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  • Robin Hartill
  • November 8, 2010
OBITUARY: Melvin 'Mel' Shapiro

Melvin Shapiro, 85, was a 25-year Longboat Key resident.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Former Mayor Joan Webster will not seek another two-year term this March.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 8, 2010
Webster not running for commissioner

At-large Commissioner Phillip Younger still has no official challengers for his seat.

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Leonard and Suzanne Weinstein
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  • Dora Walters
  • November 8, 2010
Harbor Circle starts off the season

Unusually cool temperatures led to a change in location for the annual start-of-the-season gathering Nov. 8 for Harbor Circle residents. Traditionally held poolside, this year the group moved indoors to the home of hosts Barbara and Gary Huston.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Joy Danner with Ed and Ro Wheeler
    By
  • Dora Walters
  • November 7, 2010
All Angels welcome back brunch

There were no speeches but a lot of smiles and warm greetings as members of All Angels by the Sea congregation gathered Sunday, Nov. 7, for a Welcome Back brunch at the Bird Key Yacht Club. The main topic of conversation was "What did you do this summer." The Rev. David Danner visited with members and shared with them news of upcoming church events.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Merrill Zinder and Irwin Pastor
    By
  • Dora Walters
  • November 7, 2010
"Holiday Happenings" at Temple Beth Israel

"Holiday Happenings" at Temple Beth Israel on Sunday, Nov. 7 attracted an enthusiastic crowd of shoppers. A highlight of the afternoon was a song and dance performance by students of the Goldie Feldman Academy. The Beth Israel Women organized the event.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Co-Chairwomen Keren Lifrak, Monica Barth and Caryn Patterson
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • November 6, 2010
VIDEO: Girls Inc. 'Beach Ball' shakes up Longboat Key

A group of girls kept warm by dancing their hearts out on the sand at Girls Incorporated of Sarasota County's Beach Ball 'La Plage Bleue,' at The Longboat Key Club and Resort. Scroll down for video.

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Co-Chairs Bill and Joyce Steele with Chef Joe Santangini
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • November 6, 2010
BKYC gorges on fresh catch at seafood extravaganza

More than 200 people attended Bird Key Yacht Club's annual Welcome Back Seafood Extravaganza over the weekend.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Richard Damm, a celebrity agent, and Mary Bock, as Dolly Parton.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 6, 2010
Longboat Harbour residents go "Hollywood"

The residents of Longboat Harbour had a smashing time Saturday night as they dressed up and attended the "Longboat Harbour Goes Hollywood" event.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Peggy Wallace reenacts the hilarity of the time when Zina brought over a canvas for the three of them to create a piece of artwork on.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 6, 2010
KAETA's "Show and Tell" a big hit

KAETA held its first ever "show and tell" event Saturday, Nov. 4, at Plymouth Harbor. KAETA, Kids and Elders Through Art, was founded by Bharat and Anne Chandra of the Sarasota Orchestra.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A St. Jude’s t-shirt hung on the side of one of the many tents at the luncheon and raffle on Saturday.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 6, 2010
Food, Fun and Fundraising for St. Jude's and LBK Kiwanis

The 29th Annual Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key/St. Jude Gourmet Luncheon and Raffle happened this past Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. in the parking area of The Temple Beth Israel.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Keith Crossan of The Tommy Castro Band
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • November 6, 2010
Blues Fest heats up Sarasota

Hundreds of music lovers spent a cool day dancing in the grass at Ed Smith Stadium. The Sarasota Blues Fest celebrated its 20th anniversary Nov. 6 with a sizzling lineup.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Richard Perlman with Kate Elseler and Comal Dyzgun
    By
  • Dora Walters
  • November 6, 2010
St. Jude's Gourmet Luncheon

St. Jude's Gourmet Luncheon was held Saturday, Nov. 6.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Rev. Dan Maiden and MiMi Horwitz
    By
  • Dora Walters
  • November 5, 2010
Longboaters get in touch with their inner child

Pauline and Bob Schroeder transformed their home into the S and S Charter Kindergarten on Friday, Nov. 5, for a fun fundraiser for the Longboat Island Chapel. Guests came as they might have appeared as students in kindergarten. Pigtails and pleated skirts were plentiful plus lots of knickers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Karen Fors and Ginnie Dreher
    By
  • Dora Walters
  • November 5, 2010
Christ Church members catch up

There was a warm welcome for all as members of Christ Church Presbyterian of Longboat Key gathered at The Shores on Friday, Nov. 5, for an informal evening. Organized by Sue Wertman, members enjoyed a potluck buffet and exchanged news of summer happenings.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Michelle Taylor, right, with her husband, Andrew Lappin, won $20,000 at last year's luncheon.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 5, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: St. Jude Gourmet Luncheon

More than 20 local restaurants will serve up signature dishes at this annual event.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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