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Longboat Key | Neighbors

Courtesy photos Commissioner Phill Younger performs at a cabaret show.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 5, 2014
Younger: Think you 'cancan' dance?

In the 1980s, Commissioner Phill Younger and his wife, Fanny, spotted a cabaret restaurant while roaming the foothills of Nice, France, with a memorable moniker: Chez Fanny. They vowed to return.

  • Longboat Key
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Submitted by Julie Becker Casa Del Mar Beach Resort. Unit owners enjoyed a Jan. 20 trip to the Sarasota Kennel Club to watch greyhound racing. The excursion is an annual tradition for owners at the resort.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 5, 2014
You Observed

Here's a roundup of reader-submitted photos from events around the Key. To submit photos for this weekly feature, email Robin Hartill at [email protected].

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Manfred Welfonder, Bernie Ditchik, Mike Tighe and Marty Hauselman
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 5, 2014
Bernie Ditchik courts 90th birthday

Longboat Key resident Bernie Ditchik celebrated his 90th birthday Jan. 28 on the tennis courts of the Players Club with friends Manfred Welfonder, Mike Tighe and Marty Hauselman.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 5, 2014
Obituary: William Robert Jones

William Robert Jones, 82, of Irvington, N.Y., and Longboat Key, died Jan. 27.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 5, 2014
Obituary: Marion Elizabeth Koerner

Marion Elizabeth Koerner, of Akron, Ohio, and Longboat Key, died Jan. 24.

  • Longboat Key
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Moody
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 5, 2014
Your Neighbor: Vonnie Moody

Vonnie Moody rescued her first greyhound 10 years ago.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
FAMILY TIME. Penny Klein and Les Brassington brought their Longboat Observer along while visiting their grandchildren, Brooks Dahl, Coleman Dahl and Grey Lancaster, in Lake George, N.Y.
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 5, 2014
It's Read Everywhere

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Frederick Beyerlein submitted this sunset photo, taken near Spanish Main Yacht Club.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 5, 2014
Weather: Longboat Key

Frederick Beyerlein submitted this sunset photo, taken near Spanish Main Yacht Club.

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  • Neighbors
Matthew Minor, director of development and community engagement, Harvest House graduate Kristen Kohl, and Erin Minor, executive director of Harvest House
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • February 4, 2014
The Good News: Harvest House

For those struggling with addiction or homelessness, the organization offers social services for a fresh start.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Susan Morin smiles as she models a layered look.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 3, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Beth Israel Women Fashion Show

On Monday, Feb. 3, Beth Israel Women hosted its fashion show and luncheon at Michael's On East in Sarasota. Over 200 women attended and were treated to unique fashions by Dream Weaver of St. Armands.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Views of the water can be seen throughout the property.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 3, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Ohana Estate Tour

On Sunday, Feb. 2, the Center for Architecture Sarasota hosted a behind the scenes tour at the Ohana Estate on the north end of Longboat Key. The event gave CFAS members a chance to tour the private residence and the beachside gardens.

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Marina Gando and Luis Peña teach attendees to waltz.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 31, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Promenade Cocktail Party

On Friday, Jan. 31, Promenade hosted a night of dance for its residents with special guests Luis Peña and Marina Gando. Following hors d'oeuvres and the performance, attendees enjoyed learning a few basic dance moves and techniques.

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Tina and Bob Mulligan with Carol Hammer and Rich Magnus
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 31, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Beach Harbor Club Opening Party

Beach Harbor Club celebrated the opening of its completely refurbished clubhouse with cocktails and appetizers on Friday, Jan. 31. The clubhouse, which was originally built in 1972, now features a marble bar, a media room, a card room and a fitness center.

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A new Mote Marine Laboratory exhibit features a first for the aquarium: Amphibians.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • January 31, 2014
VIDEO: Mote exhibit will highlight extremes of survival

"Survivors: Beautiful and Extreme Adaptations" will run from Feb. 1 through Sept. 14, at Mote Marine Laboratory.

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Lynn Hayes poses before walking down the runway.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 30, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Bird Key Yacht Club Fashion Show

Bird Key Yacht Club hosted a fashion show featuring Joan McGee's deisgns of silk, leather, and suede on Thursday, Jan. 30. All the items are handmade in McGee's studio with high quality materials from around the world.

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