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Naomi Hinckley and Eloise Friedman
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  • James Peter
  • October 29, 2023
Sarasota students sell friendship bracelets to support Israel

Eloise Friedman and Naomi Hinckley have raised more than $1,400 for relief efforts.

  • Sarasota
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The Boo Run is invaded by zombie cheerleaders Morgan Ross and McKenna White of Lakewood Ranch. While the both were set to run, Ross said, "It doesn't mean I'm good at it."
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  • Jay Heater
  • October 28, 2023
Twentieth Boo Run in Lakewood Ranch continues to make a difference

The annual race raises funds for the Another Day for Gray Foundation and the Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
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The Headless Horseman haunts the Sarasota Polo Club grounds.
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  • Liz Ramos
  • October 28, 2023
'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' returns to Sarasota Polo Club

The Headless Horseman rides again in Lakewood Ranch to get people in the Halloween spirit.

  • East County
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The Lakewood Ranch Garden Club planted and maintains a garden behind Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • October 28, 2023
Lakewood Ranch Garden Club emphasizes uniqueness of Florida

Club President Anita Machlin says the club's programming is meant to educate and entertain.

  • East County
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Mike and Tara Warmuth and Terry and Madeleine Eagle dress up as characters from "The Addams Family." The foursome attended BooFest dressed as Teletubbies last year.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • October 28, 2023
BooFest lowers the boom for fun at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

Thousands attended the annual fright night on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

  • East County
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Costume contest at the Halloween Happy Hour at Seaplace Condominiums
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  • Petra Rivera
  • October 27, 2023
Seaplace spices up Halloween with fun costumes

Condominium residents outdid themselves at their annual Halloween party with their creative costumes and bright spirits.

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Earl Larson, Brian and Natalie Davis
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  • Petra Rivera
  • October 27, 2023
All Angels Church welcomes snowbirds back to Longboat

Its annual welcome-back street party included local food, fellowship and excitement for the upcoming season.

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Various unusual phenomena, including repeated electrical issues and gusts of cold air, have been observed at The Gator Club, said manager Josh Hojnacki.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • October 26, 2023
Where to find the ghosts in Sarasota

Theatrical specters, drink-pouring apparitions, a ghost dog and more are said to haunt these historic Sarasota sites.

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Sophia Rios sings in the performance.
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  • Ian Swaby
  • October 26, 2023
Music Compound rocks out with tribute to 'The Dark Side of the Moon'

A performance by students and instructors covered the Pink Floyd album from start to finish.

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Bradenton's Cymia Martin is selling cups, tumblers and mugs at Kids Mart.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • October 25, 2023
Young entrepreneurs sell their arts and crafts at Kids Mart

Children ages 5-14 are starting their own businesses and will be selling their arts and crafts at Braden River Library's Kids Mart on Nov. 4.

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Kim Verreault, new president of the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce.
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  • Petra Rivera
  • October 25, 2023
What's next for the Longboat Key Chamber? Ask the new president.

The Longboat Key chamber's new leader is ready to make a difference. "I love the opportunity to lead within a community and be able to make a difference for many," Kim Verreault says.

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Anais Zambaux, Lance Karp, DeWayne Hill and Sheriff Kurt Hoffman. The SAL received a $25,000 donation from the Culverhouse family.
    By
  • James Peter
  • October 24, 2023
Charity auction raises money to support at-risk Sarasota youth

The Sheriff’s Activities League mentors Sarasota County youth and enables them to explore careers in law enforcement.

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Baby Basics of Sarasota County provides diapers, wipes and books to parents in need.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • October 24, 2023
Sarasota community helps provide the 'bear' necessities at fashion show

The annual luncheon for Baby Basics of Sarasota County helped provide essentials to families in need.

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Linda Krysinski, Manager at Foxy Lady
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • October 24, 2023
What to wear for fall, according to St. Armands Circle boutiques

With jackets and sweaters on the way, it's time for light layering, a color palette swap and some western wear.

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Amanda Hiney and her 5-year-old daughter Brynlee stopped along the path for a game of tic-tac-toe.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • October 23, 2023
Halloween path tells kids 'witch' way to go in Lakewood Ranch

Peace Presbyterian Church offers a not-so-scary hike for area children.

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