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Barbara MacLean and Nancy Gross
    By
  • Dora Walters
  • December 15, 2010
All Angels women host holiday luncheon

Bonnie Wild, of Accessories Gone Wild, was the featured speaker at the Dec. 15 holiday luncheon of the Episcopal Church Women of All Angels by the Sea.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Robert and Sandy Endres raise their glasses with their friends Sally and Terry Kall.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • December 15, 2010
Seaplace party full of holiday cheer

The residents of Seaplace held a 'welcome back' party at their clubhouse on Wednesday, Dec. 15. The residents caught up with friends who were back in town for the winter months and also enjoyed food and beverages along with some holiday music to get everyone in the holiday mood.

  • Longboat Key
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Historical Society President Jane Kirschner, Rebecca Morgan and Debra Flynt-Garrett
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • December 14, 2010
History buffs throw sublime celebration

The Historical Society of Sarasota County, Daughters of the American Revolution Sara DeSoto Chapter and the Sarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation celebrated fellowship and food during an old-fashioned holiday get-together Tuesday, Dec. 14, at DAR.

  • Sarasota
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Heyward Hawkins, Justus Doenecke and Bob Hambrecht
    By
  • Maria Amodio
  • December 14, 2010
Airport C.E.O. speaks at All Angels

Rick Piccolo, chief executive officer of the sarasota Bradenton International Airport, spoke at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church on Tuesday, Dec. 14.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
This potted plant located near the Selby Five Points roundabout was protected from near freezing temperatures.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • December 14, 2010
PHOTO: Baby, it's cold outside

Plants and bushes in downtown Sarasota were bundled up last night for the freeze warning.

  • Sarasota
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Kirsten Suss, Dan Hnidy, David Bouverat and Julie Riddell
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • December 13, 2010
Colorful cast engages in murder mystery dinner

The Sarasota Orchestra Association held a 1920s style murder mystery dinner drama called "In Gold Blood" yesterday.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Alfred Ginewsky was a partner in the historic Avon Old Farms Inn in Avon, Conn.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • December 13, 2010
OBITUARY: Alfred Ginewsky

Alfred Ginewsky, 95, was a resident of Sarasota and former Longboat Key resident.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lara Cosgrove had a blast creating a gingerbread house with her daughters, Elise (pictured) and Cecelia.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • December 12, 2010
Families complete holiday homes

Using sugary sweets, frosting and plenty of homemade gingerbread, families constructed a wide variety of edible homes at Pastries By Design's Gingerbread House Workshop Dec. 11. Owner Lyndsy McDonald provided expertise as families crafted their delicious designs.

  • East County
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Gabrielle Odicio was excited to visit with Santa.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • December 12, 2010
Santa breaks fast with Freedom families

Freedom Elementary School students and families dined on pancakes, sausage, bacon and juice at the school's Breakfast with Santa event Dec. 11. After their meals, children lined up to play games, complete art projects and spend some time going over their lists with Santa himself.

  • East County
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Ellie Dauphas brought her children, Ty and Daphne, to visit Santa.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • December 12, 2010
Hornback hosts Ranch Christmas bash

Hornback Chiropractic and Wellness invited Santa for a pre-Christmas visit to Lakewood Ranch during its Christmas on the Ranch event Dec. 11 at the Sarasota Polo Club. Families enjoyed pony rides, arts and crafts, a barbecue lunch and, of course, time with the Big Guy. Proceeds benefited Hope Family Services.

  • East County
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Newfoundland pups enjoy a lazy morning with their owners.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • December 11, 2010
Furry friends get frisky at the park

Little dogs, big dogs and event some cats paraded over to Selby Five Points Park to pose for pictures with Santa Claus Saturday.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Willa Saalwaechter with John and Barbara Sulton
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • December 11, 2010
Belles of the ball

Sarasota Yacht Club held its Holly Ball Saturday, Dec. 11, when members dolled themselves up in gowns and tuxes before gathering with one another for the festive occasion.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The dinghy parade’s backdrop included the Ringling Bridge and the skyline of Sarasota at sunset.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • December 11, 2010
Boat Parade lights up the waters of Sarasota

Sarasota Holiday Boat Parade of Lights lit up the waters from City Island all the way to Sarasota Bayfront Park on Saturday, Dec. 11.

  • Sarasota
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Jean Potter and Winfield Giguere
    By
  • Dora Walters
  • December 11, 2010
St. Mary parishioners carry on tradition

Cloudy skies cleared just in time for St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church's annual picnic Dec. 11.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Isabelle Carlsson and Lily Parmuka
    By
  • Dora Walters
  • December 10, 2010
St. Lucia Celebration lights the night

The 23rd annual Lucia celebration, presented by the Swedish Club of Sarasota, was held Dec.10, at St. Armands Key Lutheran Church.

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