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Longboat Key | Neighbors

A town-conducted survey of the Key’s 53 canals revealed that the majority of the waterways are still deep enough for boats.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • December 18, 2013
Town dredges up canal project

Canal dredging isn't in the near future, but commissioners want to set aside funds for the project that will cost millions.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Carman home, 6901 Poinsetta Ave.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • December 18, 2013
Shining examples

The 2013 Light up the Keys contest winners.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Judy Schattner submitted this sunset photo, taken from the Sandbar Restaurant on Anna Maria Island.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 18, 2013
Weather: Longboat Key

Judy Schattner submitted this sunset photo, taken from the Sandbar Restaurant on Anna Maria Island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • December 17, 2013
The Good News: Laurel Nokomis School

Inspired by their personal heroes, Laurel Nokomis reading ambassadors teach preschoolers what it takes to make a difference.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Jackie Millikin, Susan Shannahan and Margit Gravino
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • December 15, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Yacht Club Let's Have a Ball

The Sarasota Yacht Club held its annual holiday celebration, Let's Have a Ball, on Saturday, Dec. 14. Previously known as the Holly Ball, this year's event included live entertainment, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres for guests to enjoy.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sue DiNatale and Elmer Ward
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • December 14, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: The Shore Retirement Party for Elmer Ward

On Saturday, Dec. 14, residents of the Shore held a retirement party for their maintenance man, Elmer Ward, after 35 years of dedicated service.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
During the parade, Jeanne Miller waves to the crowd from the Dockside Marine Service car.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • December 14, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: The Village Holiday Parade

On the afternoon of Saturday, Dec. 14, the residents of Longbeach Village gathered together for a parade down Broadway and a chance to meet Santa. The procession ended at Moore's Seafood Restaurant with refreshments and the announcement of prizes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Kemarcus Sailes smiles at Beverly Sutton before giving a reading.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • December 13, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: All Church Carol Sing & Children's Christmas Party

On Thursday, Dec. 12, Christ Church was the host to many young children and their families at its annual All Church Carol Sing & Children's Christmas Party. One of the church's mission projects takes members of the congregation to Bradenton as 'Reading Buddies' and this event celebrated all involved with a party full of singing, presents and Santa.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jesse and Adrian Griffin
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • December 12, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Longbeach Village Association Holiday Party

Members of the Longbeach Village Association enjoyed dinner, cocktails and conversation Wednesday, Dec. 11, during their holiday party at Bayou Tavern.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sandy and Robert Endres
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • December 12, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Seaplace Holiday Party

Residents of Seaplace were filled with the holiday spirit as they enjoyed their annual party on Wednesday, Dec. 11.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Barb Kerwin with Sandy and Emmy Lou Gilbert
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • December 12, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Garden Club Holiday Party

On Wednesday, Dec. 11, members of the Longboat Key Garden Club enjoyed wine, hors d'oeuvres and a potluck-style dinner at their annual holiday party at the Longboat Island Chapel.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Richard and Diane Corrigan
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • December 11, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Armands Circle Association's Holiday Party

On the evening of Tuesday, Dec. 10, the St. Armands Circle Association held their annual holiday party at Crab & Fin Restaurant. Attendees were treated to cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and enticing raffle prizes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Manning
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 11, 2013
Resident keeps eye on the pie

Inspired by her mother's homemade banana cream pie, Bird Key resident Kim Manning had a sweet idea: key lime with a twist.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 11, 2013
Show us your spirit this season

This week, our reporters will make our final decisions on our favorite displays of holiday cheer for our 'Spirit of the Season' contest. This year's competition isn't limited to lights.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
File photo
    By
  • David Conway
  • December 11, 2013
Lido, Siesta residents want their voices heard

The Army Corps of Engineers met with Lido Key and Siesta Key residents last week in separate meetings about the Lido Key beach renourishment project.

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