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Ruth Beck and Joan Levenson have some laughs, Wednesday, July 25, prior to the beginning of the AJC event at Sarasota Yacht Club.
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  • Rachel S. OHara
  • July 25, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: AJC's 2012 Summer Lunch & Learn

The American Jewish Committee held their second Summer Lunch & Learn of the series, Wednesday, July 25, at the Sarasota Yacht Club. Jason Isaacson, Director of Government & International Affairs, spoke to a sold out crowd of 140 people. The discussion for the afternoon was 'Is Peace Possible - Growing Challenges to a Two-State Israeli-Palestinian Solution in the Region's Shifting Political and Strategic Landscape'.

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Gan Director Laura Freedman, Krisztina Campion, Illene Dyrda, Julie Pines, Ashley Fox, Cheryl Brilliant, Lila Biller, Maxwell Jackson, Alexander Nir and Jackson Mitchell
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • July 25, 2012
CAMP SPOTLIGHT: Camp Gan

One little, two little, three little aliens; four little, five little, six little astronauts ...

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  • Observer Staff
  • July 25, 2012
Kiwanis gives scholarships

Out of 77 applicants, the Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key, through its tax-exempt scholarship foundation, has granted scholarships to 19 youth from Sarasota and Manatee counties.

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  • July 25, 2012
Vicki hasn't left the building

Vicki the swan is back in the water.

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Kayla Sheckler accepted the Emanu-El Award from Temple President Michael Richker.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 25, 2012
University Park woman honored

University Park resident Kayla Sheckler was honored recently for her dedication and efforts on behalf of Temple Emanu-El, during a special temple board installation and awards dinner last month.

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  • Observer Staff
  • July 25, 2012
Resident named consultant for Mote

Mote Marine Laboratory has named East County resident Irwin Davis as its new senior consultant for economic and community development.

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  • Observer Staff
  • July 25, 2012
Residents named to Jewish Housing Council

Lakewood Ranch residents Alan Silverglat and Louis Siegel have been named to the Sarasota-Manatee Jewish Housing Council Board of Trustees.

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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • July 25, 2012
Fall bazaar planning begins

It may be months away, but members of the Lakewood Ranch Women's Club already are gearing up for its fall Bazaar, Boutique and Luncheon to be held in October.

  • East County
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    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • July 25, 2012
Neighbors: Don Wallace

Plymouth Harbor resident remains the writer on the 12th floor.

  • Longboat Key
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Although Tropical Storm Debby wiped out the watermelon patch Emmanuel McDonald helped plant, he was able to salvage an unripe melon.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 25, 2012
How does your garden grow?

Paul Reynolds grew up in poverty. But, after earning degrees in chemistry and a master's degree in economics, he now helps educate the children in his community through hands-on activities.

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Ayla Charley Wix
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • July 25, 2012
East County Births

Congratulations to the East County parents who celebrated recent births.

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Marc Soss took this photo of the sun rising over Lakewood Ranch.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 25, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Marc Soss took this photo of the sun rising over Lakewood Ranch.

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Harry Cunningham III took this photo from the balcony at Gulf Tides, 3008 GMD.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • July 25, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Harry Cunningham III took this photo from the balcony at Gulf Tides, 3008 GMD.

  • Longboat Key
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David Honeyghan traveled to the deep end with his counselor, Devin Melcher.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 24, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Dream Oaks Camp

Children with developmental disabilities are celebrating their abilities during the Foundation for Dreams' "circus" themed Dream Oaks Camp this week.

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Doc snuggles up to Beatriz Urrutia, Saturday, July 21, in the playing and petting area during Puppy Love at Southeastern Guide Dogs Sarasota.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • July 23, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Puppy Love

Guide dogs in training and Ambassador dogs enjoyed some extra belly rubs, head scratches and opportunities to interact with humans and fellow guide dogs, Saturday, July 21, during Puppy Love at Southeastern Guide Dogs Sarasota.

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