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La Estampida/Hillcroft's James Miller (4) tries to connect during the season opener with Scott Doyle right behind him if needed.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • December 20, 2019
Polo season gallops into action in Lakewood Ranch

Polo back in business in Lakewood Ranch as Sarasota Polo Club season opens.

  • East County
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    By
  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • December 19, 2019
Siesta Key condos sparkle

Siesta Key Condominium Council held its annual holiday lighting contest on Dec. 11.

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Kylie Cheaves, 2, and Aalayia Hunter
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  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • December 19, 2019
Selby Gardens celebrates family

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens held Family Togetherness Night on Dec. 13

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • December 19, 2019
Manasota Flooring gives back to first responders

Mansaota Flooring handed out 500 turkeys to first responders on Dec. 19.

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  • Observer Staff
  • December 19, 2019
Sarasota weather page photo: December 19

Stephen Jordan captured the Marina Jack II and LaBarge as they cruised past Siesta Key.

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  • December 19, 2019
East County weather page photo: December 19

Sharon Piotrowski captured this full moon illuminating the sky over Del Webb in Lakewood Ranch.

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  • December 19, 2019
Longboat Key weather page photo: December 19

Michael Cohen captured a photo of this yellow crowned night heron on Lido Key.

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Hope Family Services' Irene Martinez, the Lakewood Ranch Elks' Darrin Simone and Hope's Lynn Lavigne go through toys the Elks collected for the nonprofit.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • December 19, 2019
Lakewood Ranch Elks' toy drive raises Hope

Lakewood Ranch Elks team with Walgreens to collect almost 800 toys for Hope Family Services.

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    By
  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • December 18, 2019
Worship Calendar

Worship Calendar

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Hudson Conway, Caedance Day and Noah Saintcyr divvy out coins.
    By
  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • December 17, 2019
Second graders branch out on holiday knowledge

Fruitville Elementary second graders spent Dec. 17 learning about Hanukkah traditions.

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    By
  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • December 17, 2019
Sarasota holiday cheer takes to the waters

The annual Sarasota Boat Parade took place on Dec. 14.

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    By
  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • December 16, 2019
St. Mary Star of the Sea hosts Christmas party and concert

A soloist led the gathered members through a festive concert.

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Guests could pet a variety of animals, including donkeys, goats and llamas.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 15, 2019
Lakewood Ranch church recreates 'Night in Bethlehem'

Families experience scenic night with crafts, music and food.

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Santa Claus and Everleigh Zetts, 6 months
    By
  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • December 14, 2019
Southside Village hosts festive night

Southside Village Business Association held its annual Southside Village Holiday Stroll on Dec. 13.

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  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • December 14, 2019
Preschoolers learn meaning of Hanukkah

Temple Emanu-el held its Tot Shabbat on Dec. 14.

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