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  • May 7, 2009
Donna Hayes shows patriotism

Like a good scout, Commissioner Donna Hayes always comes prepared. She keeps an American flag in her car at all times.

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  • May 6, 2009
Pattigeorge's demonstrates its flower power for Earth Day

Pattigeorge's restaurant celebrated Earth Day 2009 in a colorful way.

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  • May 6, 2009
Key match made in tennis heaven

The Longboat Observer can now add 'matchmaker' to its list of accomplishments.

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  • May 6, 2009
Longboat visitors enjoy beach time

Four-year-old Katelyn Schein and her sister, Kiley, 2, from Indianapolis, collected shells on Longboat's beach

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  • April 30, 2009
Wine and Wheels

Sippers find new favorites al fresco

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  • April 30, 2009
Oaks Club oozes glamour

Zipped into snazzy evening apparel, members arrived in style Saturday, April 25, for the traditional Oaks Club Ball.

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  • April 30, 2009
Clothing craze

Finally Friday takes '80s fans back

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  • April 30, 2009
Hands on

Students plant roots for life

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  • April 30, 2009
Young quilting bees create big buzz

Girls Inc. recently participated in the tradition of women's quilting bees, popular in the mid-19th century.

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  • April 30, 2009
Parents, teachers shine at celebration

At its seventh annual Denim and Diamonds fundraiser April 17, at the Chelsea Center, Gulf Gate Elementary auctioned off several items.

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  • April 30, 2009
Fancy meeting you here

Having fun at Smooth Jazz on St. Armands Friday, April 24 are Gucci and Mei-Ling.

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  • By Kent Chetlain
  • April 30, 2009
Key Real Estate

Keys' 'yo-yo' market is on the rebound

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  • April 30, 2009
Calling all graduates!

Every year, The Longboat Observer publishes a special graduation story that features our Key's high school and college graduates.

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  • April 30, 2009
Key residents spotted in Sarasota

Longboat Key residents celebrate at the Florida Winefest and Auction

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  • April 30, 2009
Popcorn chickens run free while displayed at Art Center Sarasota

This tub of chicken below, created by Pine View high school student, Louie Zuniga, is just one example of the creative student artwork in the 2009 Spring Art show exhibit.

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