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Nicholas Lewis, Stephanie Muench, Sierra Dickerson, Gabby Maraia, Melanie Mason, Colby Elliott and Andrew Romano. Photo by Mallory Gnaegy.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 7, 2012
Out-of-Door youth join opera debut

Ten students at ODA will perform in the Sarasota Opera's 'Little Nemo in Slumberland.'

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John Robinson took this photo of the sun setting in Myakka River State Park.
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 7, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

John Robinson took this photo of the sun setting in Myakka River State Park.

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GRAND PRIZE WINNER: Sarasota residents Nilda and David Mager read their Observer everywhere they go — even Sicily, Italy!
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 7, 2012
Oh, the places we'll go ...

The Observer has logged thousands of miles this year, traveling to and from unique places all around the world.

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Joan Roecker and Betty Rahm get crafty as they prepare gift items for the Longboat Island Chapel bazaar.
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  • Robin Hartill
  • November 7, 2012
Sales provide options for crafty Key shoppers

St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church and Longboat Island Chapel will hold their annual bazaars on the same day as the Gourmet Lawn Party.

  • Longboat Key
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Melanie Barber submitted this sunrise photo, taken on Bradenton Beach overlooking Jewfish Key.
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  • November 7, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Melanie Barber submitted this sunrise photo, taken on Bradenton Beach overlooking Jewfish Key.

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Watch our video for detailed cooking instructions and more about Euphemia Haye, and the Sarasota-Manatee Originals.
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  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 6, 2012
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Chef Raymond Arpke

This week the Observer went in the kitchen with chef Raymond Arpke of Euphemia Haye, a Sarasota-Manatee Originals restaurant. Read more about the trip in our candid "In the Kitchen" special.

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Molly Nichols poses in the foreground while Caitlin McMullen and Wendy Rucci perform their duet in Fuzion Dance’s “3-DANCE” Monday, Nov. 5, on Kurt Wenner’s chalk piece.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: 3-DANCE

Fuzion Dance and the Sarasota Chalk Festival teamed up to put on a one-of-a-kind show Monday, Nov. 5, in Burns Court. The dancers performed a production called "3-DANCE" on Kurt Wenner's 3-D chalk piece that he and dozens of other artists created for the 2012 Sarasota Chalk Festival.

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Alexis Zinkl a sophomore at Canterbury High School competes in the girls 100-yard breaststroke.
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  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • November 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: 2012 FHSAA Class 1A Region 3 Swim Meet

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School hosted 2012 FHSAA Class 1A Region 3 Swim Meet on Saturday Nov. 3 at The Selby Aquatic Center. Preliminary races started at 9:00 a.m. and finals began at 5:30 p.m.

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Austin Kuicken, Jada Prescod, Aysha Mohamed and Jaiden Kuicken dance to the music.
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  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • November 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Chalk Chill VIP Party

Festivalgoers attended the Chalk Chill VIP Party of Friday Nov.2 on Laurel Street. Electrical violinist Willie Royal, from Willie & Lobo and Nicolaas Kraster from Lotus Fire performed while partygoers danced to the music. The atmosphere was fun and festive as people chatted on lounge couches and sipped on drinks.

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Paola Ovies and Clara May Homeister
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Fall Family Festival

The Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast hosted a fall family festival at the Bay Preserve at Osprey Saturday, Nov. 3. Children and their families enjoyed activities, including face painting, games, a fitness center, exploring a fire truck, trolley rides and live music.

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Niocholas Clifton, Ari Ginsberg-Klemmt and Jaden Probus pose after finishing their games.
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  • Nick Friedman
  • November 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Scholastic Chess Tournament

Young chess enthusiasts from all over the city gathered in the gymnasium of Faith Lutheran Church Saturday, Nov. 3 for a citywide youth tournament, hosted by Sarasota Scholastic Chess, a nonprofit organization formed to promote youth involvement in the game. Students put their skills to the test for the chance to win trophies and medals.

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Dave Christner and Julie Miller
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  • Nick Friedman
  • November 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Christian Homecoming

Sarasota Christian School hosted its homecoming event Saturday, Nov. 3 at its campus. Alumni and students gathered to participate in fall festivities and sports, including kickball games. Guests enjoyed food and drink and reuniting with alumni.

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Ken and Lois Seropian
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: SECA Car Show

Approximately 150 cars rolled onto Hillview Street for the second annual SECA Car Show, which benefits the Life of Riley Foundation. Guests admired the display of cars, which included classics, muscle cars and luxury cars of all eras.

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The gala was white themed with white decorations. Partygoers wore white as well.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • November 5, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Sinai Annual Illumination Fundraiser Gala

Temple Sinai held their Annual Illumination Fundraiser. The gala was white themed complete with a photo booth, dinner, and dancing. Partygoers bid on silent auction items ranging from jewelry to scuba diving lessons and all proceeds went to the Temple Sinai preschool.

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Basil, 10, got to attend the Republican rally with Martha Hudson Saturday, Nov. 3, at Dolphin Aviation.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 5, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Republican Rally

More than 200 people attended the Republican Party of Sarasota 2012 GOTV Rally Saturday, Nov. 3, at Dolphin Aviation.

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