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Many people sat around and underneath the pavilion out at Turtle Beach in order to enjoy the musicians that played during Benny Kimsey's Bluegrass Picnic on Saturday afternoon.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 12, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Benny Kimsey's Bluegrass Picnic

Benny Kimsey's Bluegrass Picnic brought hundreds of people out to Turtle Beach's pavilion Saturday afternoon. Kimsey also invited the local chapter of the Red Cross to come out and accept donations from the crowd.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
People start to make their way over the Ringling Bridge during the Sarasota Walk.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 12, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: 7th annual Sarasota Walk

The 7th annual Sarasota Walk, put on by the Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Foundation, had more than 100 people participate. Those who participated walked from JD Hamel park, over the Ringling Bridge and back.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Joanne Pytlik, Caorle Bakalar and June Flaim had a blast at this year's fashion show.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 12, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Today's Women: Sophistication and Style

The Stoneybrook Dining Out Club, Helping Hands Committee and Harbour Hatties sponsored Heritage Harbour's seventh annual fashion show Nov. 12, at Stoneybrook Golf Club. The event's theme was "Today's Women: Sophistication and Style," and money raised will benefit Cancer Support Community.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Ella and Mya Brauch had a blast at Bennett Park's grand opening.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 12, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Bennett Park Grand Opening

Manatee County commissioners, county officials and Tom Bennett's extended family celebrated the completion of a dream during the Bennett Park grand opening celebration and festival Nov. 12. Former commissioner Jonathan Bruce spoke about the park's long history, and Lakewood Ranch High School's JROTC presented the colors during the ceremony. Commissioner and veteran Larry Bustle raised the American flag for the first time at the park.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Naomi and Milton Blick
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • November 11, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Glenridge on Palmer Ranch fifth annual Veterans Day Luncheon

Members of the Glenridge on Palmer Ranch gathered to celebrate their fifth annual Veterans Day Luncheon.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Bob Ray, Tom Marquaret and John Howlett
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • November 11, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club Armed Forces Golf Tournament

Golfers came out in full force on Veterans Day for Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club's eighth annual Armed Forces Tournament.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Dr. William Collins, Toby Lee Gilfix
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 11, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Harold Schneider turns 99

Harold Schneider is a popular man. For his 99th Birthday on Nov. 11, 2011, his friends and family celebrated at Sarasota Sailing Squadron with barbeque and live music. In his 99 years, he has worked with various agencies of the U.S. government, survived a plane crash and lived all over the world: Genoa, Italy; Stockholm, Sweden; Paris, France; American Embassy, Moscow; Iceland, and Cairo, Egypt.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Themla and Peter Adams. Peter Adams served in the Army during the Korean War.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 11, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Plymouth Harbor Celebrates Vets

Plymouth Harbor is full of men (and woman) who served the country. On Veteran's Day, Friday, Nov. 11, a celebration was thrown in their honor. Many dressed in red, white and blue for affair. There was also dinner, drinks and dancing.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ellie Blitz and Annie Maloni
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 11, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Martha's Catholic School Tailgate

St. Martha's Catholic School prepared for the final game showdown between Cardinal Mooney and Out-of-Door Academy on Friday, Nov. 11 with a tailgate. Some students learned cheers from Cardinal Mooney's Varsity cheerleaders, others got ready for a kick-off and some got cougar tattoos. Rico's Pizzeria and Pasta House catered food.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Steve Branham, Susan Phillips and Phyllis and Jack Black
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 11, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Republican Club

In honor of veteran's day, Rear Admiral Steve Branham retired in July 2010 after working for the U.S. Coast Guard for 37 years stopped by the Republican Club of Longboat Key on Friday, Nov. 11 at the Sarasota Yacht Club. He talked to the group about protecting the shores and our freedom.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Guitarist Frank Reck played with the Florida Suncoast Mummers.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 11, 2011
Photo Gallery: University Park 20-year Celebration

The University Park Golf & Country Club hosted a special party for its members Nov. 11 in honor of University Park's 20th anniversary. Guest enjoyed live music, socializing, food and drink and a fireworks show.

  • East County
  • News
The event will feature more than 300 American and international wines, food, music and more.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 11, 2011
WEEKEND BEST BET: Suncoast Food and Wine Fest

The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch will host its 10th Suncoast Food and Wine Fest Nov. 12, at Sarasota Polo Club in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 11, 2011
Elks pay tribute to veterans

The Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks Lodge 2855 was among several Elks area lodges to hold a special barbecue lunch for veterans, their families and the staff at Pay Pines Hospital recently.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 11, 2011
WEEKEND BEST BET:The Block That Roxx

Don't miss 'The Block That Roxx' this weekend. The event is held to celebrate the Siesta Key Crystal Classic master sandsculpting competition.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Susan and Jim Cavanaugh with Kim Cornetet
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • November 10, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: NewGate Montessori School "In the Pink"

The NewGate Montessori School held a fun-filled evening under the stars.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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