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The Hermitage presents "Songs from the Sand: A Hermitage Cabaret" on Friday night at Waterside Place.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • June 24, 2023
Waterside Place hosts another sight to see in Lakewood Ranch

Hermitage Artist Retreat is latest to perform in the Sights and Sounds series.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Barry Gaines aims perfectly to dunk people in the dunk tank while other employees cheer around him.
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • June 24, 2023
Longboat Key’s town staff gather for employee appreciation luncheon

The town hosted a BBQ honoring all town employees and showing appreciation through different bonding activities.

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Maria MacDonald and Angela Massaro-Fain of Sisterhood for Good get ready to give out $110,800 in grants at the nonprofit's annual grant presentation.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • June 23, 2023
Sisterhood for Good presents $110,800 in grants

The Lakewood Ranch nonprofit smashed its previous record of $76,850 set a year ago.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Joe Bruno Sr.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • June 22, 2023
Three generations of jazz: The Bruno family loves to perform

A love of music has been passed down in the family for generations.

  • Sarasota
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Barb Torrence, Longboat Library volunteer
    By
  • James Peter
  • June 21, 2023
Longboat Library has new releases for every taste

Punch a literary ticket for a road trip with giraffes, a historical shipwreck or cooking better through chemistry.

  • Longboat Key
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31-year-old Eric Garoutte and Diveheart employee Tom Trinch.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • June 20, 2023
Nonprofit helps those with disabilities dive into scuba

Diveheart hosts free scuba experience sessions in Sarasota twice a year, serving children and adults with disabilities.

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Madeline Wikler's painting from her travels to India.
    By
  • Sidra Wali
  • June 20, 2023
Longboat artist says watercolor is a 'happy dance'

Madeline Wikler connects with her artwork through the viewers' perspective.

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Longboat Key Garden Club officers Susan Loprete, Sharon Meir, Susan Mason, Melanie Dale, Lyn Haycock and Susan Phillips at the club's Arbor Day Picnic & Annual Meeting which was held on April 28 at the Longboat Island Chapel.
    By
  • James Peter
  • June 20, 2023
Longboat Key Garden Club named grand marshal of Freedom Fest parade

The club was recognized for its many beautifying efforts on Longboat Key, support for conservation causes and community service.

  • Longboat Key
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Josh the Otter visits one of Sarasota's elementary schools to talk about water safety.
    By
  • Sidra Wali
  • June 19, 2023
Rotary Club of Longboat Key's season of service

The Rotary Club of Longboat Key has been a steadfast pillar for the community, supporting philanthropy, youth literacy and conservation.

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  • Neighbors
Hadley Chadwick, Mia Wolcott and Betsy Rohel make frozen treats for their four-legged friends.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • June 19, 2023
Nate's Honor Animal Rescue hosts kids camp

Campers love getting to know and train the Lakewood Ranch nonproft's dogs.

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12-year-old Malcolm Gaudin, 13-year-old Mac Gaudin, 9-year-old Malik Gaudin, and Mac Gaudin celebrated Juneteenth at Newtown, including with their attire.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • June 18, 2023
Juneteenth block party celebrates community and progress

Numerous vendors lined Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, connecting with others in the community.

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Big Cat Habitat founder Kay Rosaire and employee Nancy Nallin allow one of the resident lemurs to show its appreciation.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • June 18, 2023
Animals and humans mingle at Big Cat Habitat's Liger Luau

The fundraising event showcased the many residents of Big Cat Habitat & Gulf Coast Sanctuary.

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Summerfield residents Nick, Alessandro and Annya Hernandez pose with Super Bowl XXXVII MVP Dexter Jackson, who let Alessandro try on his Super Bowl ring.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • June 18, 2023
Dad's Day Block Party returns to University Town Center

The annual block party hosted former players for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Tampa Bay Lightning.

  • East County
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Bird Key Yacht Club raised over $1,700 to purchase 34 pairs of shoes.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • June 17, 2023
Bird Key Yacht Club provides new shoes for Tennis for Fun athletes

The club raised more than $1,700 to purchase tennis shoes for residents of The Haven and Tennis For Fun participants.

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Gabriella Moss and her mother, Silvia Costa, are 50/50 partners in Via la Casa.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • June 17, 2023
Via la Casa opens in Lakewood Ranch's San Marco Plaza

The multipurpose shop is a coffee and wine bar, art gallery, home decor store and event space.

  • East County
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Ed Ference is running for the District 6 at-large Manatee County commission seat.
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Wearing her mother's favorite color, Abby Ferreira, one of Cathy Ann "Cam" Maddox's children, raises a glass in memory of her mother on March 21 at Harry's Continental Kitchens with Brian Maddox. He said his late wife wanted a celebration of life that brought together loved ones and friends to smile, share fond memories and show their support for the Longboat Key Turtle Watch, a conservation program she passionately championed.
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