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Maranna Chupp, Linda Lencke and Mickey Wineinger
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 12, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Tara Fashion Show

Women of the Tara community gathered March 9, at the Tara Golf & Country Club, for the "Stepping into Spring with Irene's" fashion show event.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lauren Walsh, Pat Golemme, Oris Webb and Peggy Sweeney
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 12, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Friends of the Sarasota Ballet Luncheon

The Friends of the Sarasota Ballet, a collection of volunteers who assist the Sarasota Ballet, met for a luncheon Monday, March 12, at Michael's on East. Attendees socialized before enjoying a meal.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Father Dave Cottingham played traditional bagpipe songs.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 12, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Patrick's Day Dinner at St. Michael the Archangel

In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, church members enjoyed an Irish meal and traditional song and dance Saturday, March 10. Father Dave Cottingham played traditional bagpipe songs, and guests were treated to a visit from members of the Drake School of Irish Dance, who showed off their fancy footwork.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 12, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Chillouge Night

Despite a brief rain interruption, hundreds of people had an opportunity to blow off steam and relax Saturday, March 10, at the swanky outdoor Chillounge Night. With music, outdoor bars and a parade featuring dancers and drummers, the night had something to help everyone chill.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Dr. Leatherman poses with the Lego man, who made a surprise appearance at St. Boniface.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 12, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Association Meeting

The Siesta Key Association held its annual meeting Saturday, March 10 at St. Boniface Episcopal Church. Following a breakfast, members heard from President Catherine Luckner, Commissioner Nora Patterson and Community Services Director John McCarthy. Dr. Stephen Leatherman, or 'Dr. Beach,' was the meeting's featured guest.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Seventh-place runner Jeff Lessie approaches the finish line.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 12, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: First Watch Half Marathon

More than 3,000 runners and walkers from across the country hit the road Sunday, March 11 for the First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon. The male and female first-place winners both set record times for the course. 24-year-old Jacob Bradosky won the men's title with a time of 1:09:42, and 25-year-old Sara Petrick won the women's title with a time of 1:20:00.

  • Sarasota
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Dan Milhon takes a solo on the Dobro.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 12, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Benny Kimsey's Bluegrass Picnic

Bluegrass fans and newcomers stomped their feet to the tunes of Benny Kimsey's Bluegrass Picnic Saturday, March 10, at the Turtle Beach pavilion. This is the second picnic since Kimsey brought the popular concert back last fall. Attendees enjoyed food and music by the Skeeterland Bluegrass Band, Sycamore Shade, Siesta Key Boys and the Tonga Street Bluegrass Band.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Sylvia Feinberg, Phyllis Camesano and Joyce Paynter
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • March 12, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Pelican Cove Art Show Artist's Reception

The 103 artists that participated in the Pelican Cove Art Show celebrated with a pre-show opening reception, Friday, May 9.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Guests enjoyed watching the Inter-Circuit Championship 12 Goal Finals.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 11, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Polo

Guests at the Sarasota Polo Club March 11 enjoyed the beautiful weather as they watched the U.S. Polo Association's Inter-Circuit Championship 12 Goal Finals.

  • East County
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Sean McCutcheon and Jennifer Houghtaling and Sweetie the pit bull enjoyed the event.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 11, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Ponies for Pups

East County residents spend the afternoon alongside their four-legged friends during the Third Annual Ponies for Pups March 10 at the Sarasota Polo Club. During the event, which benefited Honor Animal Rescue, guests enjoyed lunch, tailgating, a silent auction, polo match and more.

  • East County
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President Gordon Michalson with Chairman of the Presidential Search Committee Robert M. Johnson
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • March 10, 2012
Donal O'Shea announced as new President of New College

At the March 10 New College of Florida Board of Trustees Meeting, it was announced that Donal O'Shea was selected by the Presidential Search Committee to become the new President. Upon the confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors, he will become the fifth President of New College.

  • Sarasota
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Marilyn Geller and Bonnie Earle were eager to hit the golf course.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 10, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Rosedale Rally for the Cure

More than 100 ladies in the Rosedale Community gathered March 10, at the Rosedale Golf & Country Club, for Rosedale's annual Rally for the Cure Golf Tournament and Luncheon.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Delaney and Brent Wernsing
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 9, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Father/Daughter Dance

Fathers and daughters celebrated a special night together at a father/daughter dance March 9, at Bayside Community Church.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Demolition of the former Sarasota Police Station, 2050 Ringling Boulevard began this week and will take 60 days to complete using a wrecking ball.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 9, 2012
Photo of the Day: Police Station Demolition

Demolition of the former Sarasota Police Station, 2050 Ringling Boulevard began this week and will take 60 days to complete using a wrecking ball.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Louisa Yick and Robert Poirier
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 9, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Pineapple Antique Show and Sale

Shoppers hunted for vintage furniture, jewelry, art and other antiques Thursday, March 8, at the opening night of the 36th Annual Pineapple Antique Show and Sale. The event raises money to support families in crisis by supporting local charities and food banks.

  • Sarasota
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