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Longboat Key | Neighbors

Levitt said you need a certain amount of dexterity to create paper mache sculptures. It usually takes him two to three weeks to finish a sculpture.
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  • Katie Johns
  • November 2, 2016
Longboat Key resident's past sculpts his artwork today

Marvin Levitt always had a knack for art. At 91, he spends time each day painting, drawing or sculpting.

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Lauren Bucci, Sam Lastinger, Kristen Bucci and Ray and D’Arcy Arpke, of Euphemia Haye at last year's lawn party.
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  • Katie Johns
  • November 2, 2016
Lawn Party prepares its menu

The 6th annual event will take place on Dec. 3 at the Longboat Key Club.

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Don Westra and Robyn Schmitt at last year's Bacchus on the Beach
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  • Katie Johns
  • November 2, 2016
Your Calendar: Doggone Good Time: An Evening to Benefit Donte’s Den

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

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Ralph "Jack" Jaret. Photo courtesy of his family.
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 2, 2016
Longboat Key Obituaries

Richard Baribault, Jo Anne Entwistle, Mary Louise Gorman, Bill Grossman, Jack Jaret, Louise Sherry, Mildred Sloan, Miriam Stone and Donald Zierke died.

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Maximus and Ayla Balfour play on the beach during a trip to Longboat Key. Photo courtesy of the Ianellos.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 2, 2016
Welcome, Maximus!

The Ianellos welcomed a new grandson on Aug. 5.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 2, 2016
Daylight saving time ends Nov. 6.

Don't forget to set your clocks back an hour on Saturday night.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 1, 2016
Key Niners gears up for season

The golf association held a fashion show at their opening luncheon.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 31, 2016
VIDEO: Tricks and treats complete Fright Night

The eighth annual celebration brought some unusual visitors to St. Armands Circle.

  • Longboat Key
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President and CEO of Mote, Michael Crosby, speaks to attendees of the lab's annual fundraising event, Oceanic Evening. Photo by Niki Kottmann.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 31, 2016
Mote reveals success of Oceans of Opportunity

The $51.7 million campaign total was announced at the lab’s Oceanic Evening on Oct. 29.

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  • Katie Johns
  • October 29, 2016
Bird Key gets in the Halloween spirit

Members gathered for a "Heroes vs. Villains" themed celebration.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 26, 2016
Longboat Chamber greets new member after hours

Cabinetree recently joined the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce and hosted 'After Hours' on Oct. 25.

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Wine consultant Michael De Loach and Bob Weil, Longboat Key Club food and beverage director at last year's Bacchus on the Beach.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 26, 2016
Bacchus on the Beach to bring food and wine lovers together

The 6th annual event will host prestigious winemakers and producers together for two nights.

  • Longboat Key
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Aiden Zengel, 9, as Superman, and Ethan Alexander, 3, as Clark Kent at last year's Fright Night.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 26, 2016
Your Calendar: Fright Night on St. Armands

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

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  • Katie Johns
  • October 26, 2016
Conde Nast readers say Longboat is No. 9

Conde Nast Traveler's readers voted on 236 islands during the 29th annual Readers' Choice Awards.

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Julie Less, Jonathan Handle and Tara Morningstar pose with Save our Seabirds owls.
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  • Katie Johns
  • October 26, 2016
Witches swoop in to Save Our Seabirds

Guests got to meet some Halloween characters and owls on Oct. 21.

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