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The Mark Wandall Foundation offers an annual sleepaway camp in partnership with nonprofit Comfort Zone Camp.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • March 8, 2024
Mark Wandall Foundation supports, connects youth navigating grief

After the death of her husband, Melissa Wandall started The Mark Wandall Foundation to help children cope with the loss of a family member.

  • East County
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Panther sightings in Manatee have increased.
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  • Jay Heater
  • March 7, 2024
Local expert to lead presentation on Florida panthers, increased sightings

Florida Panther Project founder Bill Samuels will talk about the past and future of the Florida Panther.

  • East County
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Ed Yong describes how his world experience differs from that of his dog, Typo.
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  • Observer Staff
  • March 7, 2024
One Book author Ed Yong shares how animals experience the world

The One Book speaker explained the different senses of animals and how this matters to humans.

  • Siesta Key
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Harry, Lynn and Hal Christensen are celebrating 45 years of business in 2024.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • March 6, 2024
Harry’s Continental Kitchens celebrates 45 years on Longboat Key

The Christensens say the key to their business' longevity has been patience and gradual evolution.

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Marci Weisgold's sculpture "Rhythmic Gold" was Best in Show at the 2023 Art in the Park.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 6, 2024
Anatomy expertise led sculptor to molding masterpieces

Event co-founder Marci Weisgold, a renowned sculptor, heads more than 160 artists who will display their work at the 24th annual Art in the Park.

  • East County
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Jane Macedonia works in the glassware section of the Royal Rummage Sale on March 4, 2023.
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • March 6, 2024
Royal Rummage Sale returns March 8-9

St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church on Longboat Key will hold its annual sale March 8-9.

  • Longboat Key
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Mike Condensa instructs a fuse ladder class.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • March 6, 2024
What's behind the popularity of Pilates on Longboat Key?

From injury recovery to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, Longboaters are turning to Pilates.

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Event committee members Charlene Altenhain, Gail Welch, Connor Borden, Svetlana Kaminsky, Kelly Hazeldine and Ann Olson
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  • Observer Staff
  • March 5, 2024
Glasser/Schoenbaum honors three emerging leaders at annual celebration

The Feb. 29 event celebrated individuals to watch in Sarasota's human services community.

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Teen Court is run by students so that defendants may be positively redirected by their peers.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • March 5, 2024
Teen Court grants juvenile offenders a trial by their peers

The nonprofit offers young offenders second chances, with fellow teens serving as the attorneys, jury, bailiff and clerk.

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"I love coming to teach here because it is really like teaching in paradise," Max G. Yan says.
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • March 5, 2024
Tai chi master shares expertise with The Paradise Center students

Max G. Yan taught his annual master tai chi class at The Paradise Center on Longboat Key.

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Terry O'Hara and Brenda Baril
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • March 4, 2024
New Longboat Key Club champion crowned for first time in decades

Brenda Baril won the Longboat Key Club Ladies' Golf Championship on Feb. 20.

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Joni Adno performs at Fogartyville.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • March 4, 2024
Joni Mitchell tribute artist celebrates music icon's legacy

Sarasota musician Joni Adno had long been passionate about the work of Joni Mitchell before founding a tribute band in 2021.

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Bella, a 14-week-old puppy, seems excited about making new friends at the Suncoast Walkathon. "She's having a great time," says her owner, Palmetto's Robert Wildt."
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • March 3, 2024
Suncoast Walkathon a paws-itive fundraiser

More than 100 people and their dogs walk around Nathan Benderson Park to support Southeastern Guide Dogs.

  • East County
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At the Women's Golf Association of Longboat Key "Go for a Cure" Tournament there was a helicopter drop to raise money for Breast Health Sarasota.
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • February 29, 2024
Women's Golf Association of Longboat Key putts for a cure

Key-Niners and Eighteen-holers hosted their annual Go for a Cure tournament to raise money for Breast Health Sarasota.

  • Longboat Key
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Jack Berry plays at The Bay Park in December 2023.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • February 28, 2024
Sarasota rock band creates music out of trash

The Garbage-Men promote sustainability and recycling through musical instruments of their own creation.

  • Sarasota
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