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Sally and Fred Brumbaugh, Karen Cogbill and Barb and Lou Sanandres
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  • Maria Amodio
  • October 9, 2010
BKYC Oktoberfest on the beach

Bird Key Yacht Club members took their annual Oktoberfest celebration out of the clubhouse and onto the beach this year on Saturday, Oct. 9, at the Bay Isles Beach Club.

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Tom Beckett and Jean and Bill Buckley
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  • Maria Amodio
  • October 9, 2010
Christ Church members sing for their supper

Christ Church members gathered to sing some of their favorite tunes at their Sunset Soiree and Sing-along on Saturday, Oct. 9 at Islands West.

  • Longboat Key
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Sarah Funaro and Katelyn Lange
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 9, 2010
RANCH HOMECOMING: The Dance

The students at Lakewood Ranch High School celebrated in style during the school's Homecoming dance Oct. 9. The gymnasium and lobby were both decorated with the overall dance theme in mind, "Dance like an Egyptian."

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Ceiliah Epner and Valarie Wadsworth.
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  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 9, 2010
Junior League hosts Oktoberfest

The Junior League of Sarasota celebrated Oktoberfest Sarasota 2010 Oct. 9 at Gold Coast Eagle Distributors in Lakewood Ranch. The event included a silent auction, food and an assortment of beers to enjoy. The money raised by the event went to the Community Outreach Program in Sarasota.

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Sam Rovhana with 2009 Doctor Idol winner Bob Koser
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 8, 2010
Doctors make some noise

Doctor Idol, a battle of the bands featuring local musician-physicians that drew more than 600 people and raised more than $10,000 last year to benefit the Ear Research Foundation, returned again to Michael's On East. Proceeds will benefit Florida's Vision Quest.

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Motorcycles took over Lakewood Ranch Main Street.
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  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 8, 2010
Bikers cruise into Lakewood Ranch

The fifth annual West Coast Bike Rally took place Friday, on Lakewood Ranch Main Street. From 5 to 11 p.m. the street was blocked off so that attendees could enjoy bands, food and more.

  • East County
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    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 8, 2010
VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Be-boppin' bee

The Observer spotted this bee shaking its bum and performing questionable dance moves this afternoon at Marina Jack. Scroll down for video.

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Thyrza Jacocks and Pat Kaufman with 'Ageless Creativity' artist Eleanor Merritt
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • October 7, 2010
Arts Center doubles up for opening reception

The Longboat Key Center for the Arts held the opening for its "Common Grounds" and "Ageless Creativity" exhibits.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • October 7, 2010
OBITUARY: Kenneth Holmok

Kenneth Holmok, 83, owned commercial heating-and-cooling and awning companies in Cleveland.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • October 7, 2010
Key bald eagles return in nesting mode

Longboat Key photographer Mary Lou Johnson recently snapped photos of a pair of bald eagles that returned to the island last month.

  • Longboat Key
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One man used the groin near The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort as a place to exercise.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 7, 2010
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Exercise enthusiast

Although Makepeace groins are known as popular spots for fishermen and birds to gather, there appears to be another use for them: as a place to do your morning exercises.

  • Longboat Key
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Wayne Johnson dressed as a Blue Man Group member last year.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 7, 2010
Jog Casey Key in your Halloween garb

Bill's Beer Run takes place at 8 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, on Casey Key.

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Klauber and Hannum
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 7, 2010
Black Tie editor earns tips for charity

The Observer's Black Tie editor, Stephanie Hannum, poured drinks like it was her job Thursday, Sept. 30, at Goodwill Industries Manasota's Charity Bartending event.

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Judges Ms. Becky Austerman, Mr. Ben Hall and Dr. Tom Zellers.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 6, 2010
Lakewood showcases student talent

Lakewood Ranch High School held its Lakewood's Got Talent show Wednesday in the auditorium. The show featured 15 different acts and was well attended by students, parents and faculty.

  • East County
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Duane and Karen Compton
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • October 6, 2010
Villagers hold season's first social

The Longbeach Village Association met for its first meeting/social of the 2010-11 season.

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