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Renee Balogh and Barbara Kuzmich
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • July 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Key Club Fourth

Longboat Key Club and Resort celebrated the Fourth Of July with a beach-bash lobster barbecue. Members and guests adorned in our nation's colors dined under a big white tent on the beach. Children built sandcastles and there was live music by Jimmy Bones. It was a very American way to celebrate Independence Day.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Kathleen Scholl, Marlynn Schwenk and Dorothy Cole
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • July 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: All Angels Parish Potluck

The parishioners of All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church congregated for a spirited Fourth of July Potluck. They wore red, white and blue and sat at a congregation member's poolside munching on appetizers. It was a fun night spent enjoying each other's company.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The late Al Hogle’s family: Leslie and Don Jones
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • July 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Al Hogle Freedom Fest, II

There was no shortage of patriotism on Bay Isles Road July 4: scooters, bikes, wagons, kids and even dogs were decked in flags and streamers, A parade of residents, town employees and commissioners, police, firefighters and a Cannons Marina boat took over a flag-lined Bay Isles Road to display their spirit. The fun day commemorating the late Police Chief Al Hogle was Grand Marshaled by his wife, Leslie Hogle. Following the parade, children released butterflies in Centennial Park. But before the games took place, Mayor Jim Brown declared a new name for the parade: 'The Al Hogle Freedom Fest.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Marissa Chase, Janice Chase and Tyler Bafia
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • July 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Yacht Club

Members of the Sarasota Yacht Club celebrated the Fourth of July with a dinner and party at the club. Members donned their most patriotic attire before mingling and enjoying the holiday.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Amanda Brooks, Alexis Branzei and Mason Brooks
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • July 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Bird Key Yacht Club Fourth of July

Members of the Bird Key Yacht Club celebrated Independence Day in style, Wednesday July 4, with a festive party. Members gathered to enjoy food, games and family activities before having a flag ceremony and watching the fireworks over the Sarasota Bayfront.

  • Longboat Key
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Phil King, Sarasota Supervisor of Elections Kathy Dent and Lee-en Chung
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • July 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Tiger Bay luncheon

The Tiger Bay Club held a luncheon, Thursday, July 5, at Michael's on East. The featured speakers included Supervisor of Elections Kathy Dent and Commissioner Jon Thaxton.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Charles and Patsy Morrison with Suzanne Bell and Jerry MItchell
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • July 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: SKCC VIP Party

The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce held a VIP party at the pavilion at Siesta Key Public Beach, Wednesday, July 4. People enjoyed food by Mattison's and live music by Ted Stevens and the Doo-Shots.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Jim Seaton plays the role of Uncle Sam
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • July 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Al Hogle Freedom Fest

There was no shortage of patriotism on Bay Isles Road July 4: scooters, bikes, wagons, kids and even dogs were decked in flags and streamers, A parade of residents, town employees and commissioners, police, firefighters and a Cannons Marina boat took over a flag-lined Bay Isles Road to display their spirit. The fun day commemorating the late Police Chief Al Hogle was Grand Marshaled by his wife, Leslie Hogle. Following the parade, children released butterflies in Centennial Park. But before the games took place, Mayor Jim Brown declared a new name for the parade: 'The Al Hogle Freedom Fest.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Douglas Jennings serves up a hot dog, Wednesday, July 4, at SKOB.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • July 5, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: SKOB supports the troops

SKOB served up hot dogs, BBQ chicken drumsticks and sausage and peppers as part of a fundraiser for the troops, Wednesday, July 4.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Rick Borges with Tina Smith and Kaitlyn Smith
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • July 5, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Selby Gardens Tropical Fourth

Selby Gardens hosted its annual Tropical Fourth of July event this Wednesday, July 4. Hundreds of people celebrated Independence Day with a stroll through the gardens, enjoying food and beverages and a children's area. As the sun set, attendees enjoyed the bayfront fireworks show.

  • Sarasota
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In chairs, Nick Gray, 8, Ashlyn Weaver, 10, and Joshua Gray, 4, on ground, William Willard, 4, and Kayla Willard, 9, wave their American flags, Wednesday, July 4.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • July 5, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key 4th of July Fireworks

Thousands of people made their way out to Siesta Key and onto the beach to enjoy the fireworks, Wednesday, July 4.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Red-and-gold sparks lit up the night.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • July 5, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Fireworks over Sarasota Bay

Fireworks lit up the night as they soared over Sarasota Bay July 4.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Snooty, the manatee that lives at the South Florida Museum's Parker Manatee Aquarium, turns 64.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 5, 2012
Museum calls on kids for card contest

The South Florida Museum is hosting a birthday card contest for Snooty the manatee.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Judilee Sterne's family in the old market place of Jerusalem. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • July 4, 2012
Neighbors: Judilee Sterne

Siesta Key resident Judilee Sterne went on a pilgrimage to Israel with members of her congregation, her children and grandchildren.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Sonia Pressman Fuentes is a founding member of the National Organization for Women, which has fought for women’s rights since the mid-1960s. In her retirement, she’s continues her efforts as an author and public speaker.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • July 4, 2012
Neighbors: Sonia Pressman Fuentes

Sarasota resident and prominent feminist activist Sonia Pressman Fuentes has dedicated her life to fighting discrimination.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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