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Longboat Key | Neighbors

Kelsey Grau. A great blue heron arrived at Save Our Seabirds in early January.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 8, 2014
Babies on board at SOS

Baby-bird season is upon us. Save Our Seabirds sees an influx of our feathered friends at the beginning of each year.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 8, 2014
Send us your announcements

The Observer is seeking submissions for its announcements section, Occasions.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Courtesy photo. Isabella Paspa, Linda Weber, Cindy Dasta, Jean Tarsy, Jean Zakovec and Mary Lou Decker
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 8, 2014
Calling all angels at Frosty Frolic

Linda Weber and Jean Zakovec sparkled in angel costumes at last month's Frosty Frolic, earning them a spot in our 'Spirit of the Season' contest.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Beverly Peterman, seated, center, celebrates with her book club.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 8, 2014
Beverly Peterman turns the page on her Key life

After 18 years on Longboat Key, Beverly Peterman and her husband, Ira, are starting a new chapter: They're moving back to Connecticut to be near family.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Courtesy photo. The six socialized feral kittens are available for adoption to loving owners who are willing to keep them indoors or in a caged lanai.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • January 8, 2014
Six rescued kittens seek loving homes

A Key couple socialized a litter of young felines that are now ready for adoption.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Observer Media Group Chairman David Beliles, center, with retired Longboat Observer Senior Editor Dora Walters and retired Senior Advertising Executive Wendi Simons
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • January 8, 2014
Friends, family honor Claire Hunter at service

More than 75 people attended a memorial service and witness to the resurrection for longtime Longboat Observer co-owner Claire Hunter, who died Dec. 15. She was 84.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Susan and Cliff Scholz, Susan and Tim Clarke and Mickey Callenen attended last year's Party on the Pass.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • January 8, 2014
Save the dates

We're looking forward to an eventful season. Here, we choose our top 10 picks for the winter/spring season.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Fitness leader Sherry Fidellr will be leaving the Recreation Center at the end of the season after 20 years.
    By
  • Molly Schechter
  • January 8, 2014
New year brings fitness options for Longboaters

This column heads into its 17th year with its most news ever about fitness classes. There is an exciting array of new formats, teachers and time periods at both the Longboat Key Education Center and Bayfront Park Recreation Center.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Barbara Thurston submitted this sunrise photo, taken near Emerald Harbor on Longboat Key.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 8, 2014
Weather: Longboat Key

Barbara Thurston submitted this sunrise photo, taken near Emerald Harbor on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Medical Pregnancy Center Director Jennifer Carey
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 7, 2014
The Good News: Sarasota Medical Pregnancy Center

Sarasota Medical Pregnancy Center helps women make informed decisions about parenthood.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Eric Hillman, Greg Albrecht and Jordan Albrecht braved the cold Tuesday, Jan. 7, for an afternoon walk on the beach.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 7, 2014
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Bundled Up on the Beach

Make sure to bundle up before heading to the beach today! The sun may be shining, but it's no match for the cold winds and low temperature of 47 degrees.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sylvia Thompson and Dale Hooey provided the entertainment for the Epiphany Concert attendees at All Angels.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 5, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: All Angels Epiphany Concert and Party

The congregation at All Angels By the Sea Episcopal Church came together on Sunday, Jan 5., for a seasonal concert and party in honor of the Epiphany.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Tana Sandefur
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 4, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Downton Abbey Dinner

On Friday, Jan. 3, Cafe L'Europe and WEDU invited guests to don their finest furs and sparkling jewels for dinner, cocktails and entertainment all inspired by the hit show, Downton Abbey.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Victoria Jacobson, Gail Loefgren, Rick Bergere and Yvonne Schloss prepare for a day filled with tools and moving boxes as they work to create a welcoming chamber office.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 3, 2014
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Moving Day for the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce

On Friday, Jan. 3, the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce has made the move to their new location in the Centre Shops.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Mary Gobell and Joan Colwell rang in the new year at last year’s All Angels annual Epiphany concert. (File photo)
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • January 3, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: All Angels Epiphany concert and party

All Angels by the Sea will ring in the twelfth night of Christmas with a concert and party.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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