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Longboat Key | Neighbors

Sand sculptor Patrick Harsch, who crafted the castle currently on display at Zota Beach Resort, works on his latest St. Patrick's Day-themed outdoor piece at The Mall at University Town Center, near Ford's Garage.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 5, 2025
Behind the castle gates: Florida sand sculptor gives a glimpse of his craft

Visitors to Zota Beach Resort can see one of Patrick Harsch's latest creations, a sneak preview of what's to come with next month's sand sculpting competitions.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Iconographer Christine Hales hangs her art pieces at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 4, 2025
All Angels featuring 26 pieces of iconography artwork through April

A local artist who has been creating these intricate portraits and scenes from Christianity for the past several decades is showing her works on Longboat Key and St. Petersburg.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Paul Grothouse of Cirque St. Armands, a new luxury resort opening this month, dishes up sweets at Taste and Tunes of the Keys.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 3, 2025
Attendees pack the house at Taste and Tunes of the Keys

Organizers thank attendees for showing up for event to further the rebuilding and beautification of Longboat Key since the hurricanes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Latraia Savage, singer with Big Z Band, helps kick off the latest Savor the Sounds concert series.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 3, 2025
Longboat lets loose at concert series kickoff

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce is holding the second show on March 15, featuring the Dr. Dave Band.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
“Sheriff of Rummage” Ginny Akhoury greets shopper Jeanne Baird at the St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church annual rummage sale on Friday.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 2, 2025
Early shoppers pack St. Mary for annual rummage sale deals

The highly anticipated sale drew massive crowds on par with recent record-breakers at Friday morning's early bird kickoff.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Author and physical therapy expert Karen Gabler leads one of her classes.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 1, 2025
Author and bodyworker to lead physical therapy workshops

Karen Gabler, a physical therapy expert, author and licensed massage therapist, leads two workshops in March at The Paradise Center on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Assistant to the Town Manager and Public Information Officer Susan Phillips accepts an award from H. Joseph Reiser.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • February 27, 2025
Bay Isles Association recognizes town personnel for hurricane response

At its annual community forum, the Bay Isles Association honored Longboat Key town staff and Bay Isles board members for their efforts during hurricane recovery.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Wilma Davidson, president of the Sarasota branch of the National League of American Pen Women, showcases some examples of the to-be-hidden art.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • February 26, 2025
Sarasota Pen Women to launch art treasure hunt

As a way to bring a little extra joy to the community, the Sarasota chapter of the National League of American Pen Women is coordinating a surprise art giveaway.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jonathan Hande, senior avian hospital technician, demonstrates the "hamburger hold" on Wilma the lesser scaup duck.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • February 26, 2025
Save Our Seabirds casts net for new bird-trapping volunteers

The City Island organization needs the help of others in saving the lives of injured birds.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Stephanie Claussen, owner of Steff's Stuff antique shop, celebrates 17 years of business.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • February 25, 2025
Steff's Stuff celebrates 17th anniversary

The antique shop with an ever-changing collection of unique home items is in the Centre Shops on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Delores McKenzie performs her "Belles of Broadway" show for Christ Church of Longboat Key members.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • February 25, 2025
'Belles of Broadway' delights Longboat audiences

Delores McKenzie belted out tunes from "Hamilton," "Wicked," "Waitress," "Les Misérables" and many more iconic Broadway shows in her newest act.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Amy Mose joins in the large-scale effort to prepare for the highly anticipated rummage sale at St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • February 25, 2025
New St. Mary members helm highly anticipated rummage sale

Organizers expect turnout to meet or even exceed last year's turnout of 800 people this weekend.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Annette Marines, Nicole Swanson, Scott Flynn, Katrena Corbett and Evelyn Collado represent Daughtrey Elementary at the most recent "Gather and Give."
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • February 24, 2025
Elementary school teachers share trials and triumphs at fundraiser

Longboat Island Chapel filled several tables with school supplies to donate to Daughtrey Elementary School.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Artist John Denis displays his sculptures at the Longboat Key Festival of the Arts in Sarasota County.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • February 24, 2025
Longboat art festival patrons enjoy relaxed atmosphere

The art festival specific to the Key marked its fourth year this weekend with a two-day extravaganza.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The family who runs Sips, from left to right: Micah Carter, Justina Carter, Chris Carter and Lorenza Condensa.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • February 24, 2025
Sips celebrates two years of keeping Longboat residents caffeinated

Over the past two years, the family-owned coffee and breakfast business has been able to expand its offerings, and its family.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
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