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John Dough Bakery offers an assortment of baked goods and sandwiches daily.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 15, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Dough's delight

John Dough Bakery offers an assortment of baked goods and sandwiches daily.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
All the sand sculptures were demolished this morning. Photo by Norman Schimmel.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 15, 2011
VIDEO SLIDESHOW: The Siesta Key Crystal Classic wrap-up

Did you miss your chance to see the sand sculptures this weekend? Watch our video slideshow to view some of the sculptures featured in the event.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
The nobles played against the peasants in a Human Combat Chess Match on the Chess Field at the Sarasota Medieval Festival.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 14, 2011
VIDEO: Sarasota Medieval Fair

Ever seen a human combat chess match or had the chance to shoot a bow and arrow? Those who attended the 8th annual Sarasota Medieval Fair had these opportunities and more. Watch our video to see a little bit of the fun.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Fairies Ashley Willson, "Indigo", Melissa Berkebile, "Thistle", and Lindsay Multack, "Violet"
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 14, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Medieval Fair part two

The 8th annual Sarasota Medieval Fair started this past weekend out at the Sarasota Fairgrounds and will also take place this coming weekend. Thousands of people came out and participated in games and crafts and were able to enjoy watching jousting tournaments, musicians and even watched a human chess match. This year's theme is "Peasant's Revolt".

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
A jouster makes his way towards his opponent during a jousting tournament, Sunday, Nov. 13, at the Sarasota Medieval Fair.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 14, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Medieval Fair part one

The 8th annual Sarasota Medieval Fair started this past weekend out at the Sarasota Fairgrounds and will also take place this coming weekend. Thousands of people came out and participated in games and crafts and were able to enjoy watching jousting tournaments, musicians and even watched a human chess match. This year's theme is "Peasant's Revolt".

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Cowboy Bill Ferguson gave a mini harmonica concert while sitting at his picnic table Saturday, Nov. 12, during Benny Kinsey's Bluegrass Picnic out at Turtle Beach.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 14, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: How Harmonious!

Have you ever met a cowboy with a harmonica on a necklace? We have and we even got a little concert to boot while at the Benny Kinsey's Bluegrass Picnic.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
TJ Yannotti's claims his dish is a very easy recipe to follow.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 14, 2011
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: TJ Yannotti

Creekwood resident TJ Yannotti loves Italian food. This recipe is one he created and has become a family favorite.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Hot Chicks Chili won first place two years ago and won best in show last year.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 14, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Fourth annual Chili Cook-Off

East County residents enjoyed an afternoon of food and fun during the fourth annual Chili Cook-Off Nov. 13 on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch. Guests sampled a variety of chili, as Manatee County Emergency Services battled for the title of the county's best chili. Those in attendance also enjoyed listening to the sounds of Paper Airplanes, got an up close look at several fire trucks and ambulances and climbed a rock wall, among other games and activities.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
David Lax perfected his burger-grilling technique at the Ruth's Chris Steak House booth.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 14, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Suncoast Food and Wine Fest

The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch celebrated its 10th Suncoast Food and Wine Fest Nov. 12, at the Sarasota Polo Club. The event featured more than 300 American and international wines, food from 35 of the area's top restaurants, cooking demonstrations, beer tastings, silent auction, live music and more. Proceeds benefit the charities and projects of the Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Ursula Pearson gets a big hug from Lois Lesser, the hostess of the Sands Point birthday celebration for Pearson's 100th birthday.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 13, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Pearson celebrates 100th birthday with Sands Point

Ursula Pearson turned 100, Saturday, Nov. 12, and has been celebrating for the last couple of days with friends and family. Lois Lesser held a Sands Point birthday bash at her home, Sunday, Nov. 13. Pearson lived at Sands Point for 37 years.

  • Longboat Key
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Charles Balfechi
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 12, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Stone Crab Celebration

The week closed with the Stone Crab Celebration and Winemaker Auction. Tasting stations manned by guest chefs and culinary chefs prepared dishes showcasing the area, like stone crab claws. Entertainment was provided by live art from artists at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts, a Division of Ringling College of Art and Design and the Ringling College of Art and Design and music from members of the Sarasota Orchestra.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Preparing the onion
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 12, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Cooking Idol

One of the Bacchus on the Beach demonstrations was ''Cooking Idol' - The Healthy Cooking Challenge' where attendees were selected to participate in their own cooking competition. They were judged by Bravo's Top Chef Dave Martin, Adam LaZarre of Villa San-Juliette, 'American Idol' producer, Ken Warwick and Adam Alvarez executive chef from Tampas' Cafe DuFrain.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Cynthia Chuang smiles from behind the counter of Jewelry10, Sunday, Nov. 13 out on St. Armands Circle.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 12, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: 23rd Annual St. Armands Art Festival

Over 175 artists and craftsman displayed their original artwork out on the circle this past Saturday and Sunday.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Anne Savage spun wool out on the back porch of the Bidwell-Wood house as part of Pioneer Day.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 12, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Pioneer Day

The Sarasota Historical Society held their third annual Pioneer Day, Saturday, Nov. 12, at Crocker memorial church. The event included historic crafts, games and demonstrations as well as live music, a barbacue, a historical trolley ride, docent tours of the Bidwell-Wood House and the cemetery. People also sold a wide variety of crafts inside the church.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Simba, 4, and Ron Comrie enjoy some ice cream together, Saturday, Nov. 12, at Golden Fest out at Historic Spanish Point Park. Simba had peanut butter doggie ice cream for his treat.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 12, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Golden Fest

The Golden Retriever Rescue of Southwest Florida held their 3rd annual Golden Fest, Saturday, Nov. 12, out at Historic Spanish Point Park. This was the first time that the festival was held in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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