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Coastwise student development team members Charles Mesia, Justin Kim (back), Colton McGill, Gabi Otera (back) and John Onesti gather to utilize a NASA STELLA Q-2 VNIR spectrometer, a handheld device that measures light intensity and plant health.
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  • Madison Bierl
  • July 14, 2026
Free Coastwise summer camp seeks more Manatee student sign-ups

A $4,500 grant from the Manatee Community Foundation will make the program free for students who participate.

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Frank Kelleher stands with former Rotary Club of Sarasota president Lee-En Chung and president Bob Stobaugh.
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  • Ian Swaby
  • July 14, 2026
Daytona International Speedway president visits Sarasota Rotary Club

Frank Kelleher shared what the Daytona International Speedway offers with club members and also responded to their questions.

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Alisa Mitchell helped guide the organization to record-breaking successes in fundraising with its sell-out annual author luncheon, the group said in a release, adding that she played a significant role in growing the donor base and more.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • July 13, 2026
Executive director to leave Library Foundation

The Sarasota County organization raises private funding to augment tax dollars.

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Kelly Shrout (left) and Melanie Dale weed at Bicentennial Park Friday, July 10 in the morning before the heat index reached triple digits.
    By
  • S.T. Cardinal
  • July 13, 2026
Bicentennial Park hurricane repair nearly complete

New salt-tolerant grass will put the finishing touches on Bicentennial Park’s renovations on Longboat Key.

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Boston's JJ Maguire, 4, Ariel Maguire, 6, and their mom, Kasha Grabowski, wear funky hats while enjoying treats from Jeremiah's Italian Ice at the Farmers' Market at Lakewood Ranch.
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  • Madison Bierl
  • July 13, 2026
Despite the heat, the Farmers' Market at Lakewood Ranch is still the place to be

In the midst of summer, the market at Waterside Place continues to be packed on Sundays.

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Poppy Otte paddles through the water while Mote Education Specialist Morgan Swartz helps.
    By
  • Carlin Gillen
  • July 12, 2026
Campers make a splash with Mote Marine Laboratory

Campers are gaining a hands-on learning experience at the Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium's summer camps at both of the organization's locations.

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Alex Walker, 6, and Max Walker, 8, work on paintings at the America250 Celebration at Selby Library.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • July 11, 2026
America250 Celebration at Selby Library showcases local, national history

The event featured live music, a historical display, a community art project and presentations.

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Keith Pandeloglou took over as the president of the board of the Lakewood Ranch Community Foundation in June.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • July 10, 2026
New leader set to guide the Lakewood Ranch Community Foundation

Keith Pandeloglou became president of the board in June and his hope is to build on the nonprofit's success.

  • East County
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This painting by Frank Hopper can be seen in City Hall.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • July 10, 2026
Sarasota history on display for semiquincentennial

"Echoes of Sarasota" Cultural Heritage Exhibition is now on display at City Hall and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

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Jing Herman stands amongst prints of her artwork.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • July 9, 2026
Sarasota artist plans to create series of 50 American flags

Jing Herman, born during China's one-child policy, came to the U.S. at age 10 and says she is now living her American dream as an artist.

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Deborah Callahan-Stratton, Joy Stone, Barbara Najmy and Jennifer Alokeh are collecting sneakers for the fifth annual Sneakin Back to School Sneaker Drive to benefit The Twig.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • July 8, 2026
The Lake Club Women's Giving Circle transitions to a nonprofit

The official name now for the Lakewood Ranch group is The Lake Club Women's Charitable Foundation.

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Mahjong was the contest of choice for many attendees at the Go for the Cure games day.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • July 8, 2026
Mahjong tournament coming to Longboat Key

A new two-day mahjong tournament is coming to Longboat Key this July.

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Strings Con Brio is slated to perform on July 16 at Temple Beth Israel. The group's repertoire spans the early 18th century to today.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • July 7, 2026
Classical string group to make Longboat Key performance debut

Temple Beth Israel will host a show by Strings Con Brio that spans three centuries of musical innovation.

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Scholarship recipient Julianne Teague celebrates with her mother, Trudy Teague, at The Exchange’s 2026 Grants and Scholarship Awards event.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • July 7, 2026
Proceeds from The Exchange sales aid 50 groups, students

An overall total of $500,000 was distributed in grants and scholarships.

  • Sarasota
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Lakewood Ranch's Harper Fraser, 7, Jack Fraser, 5, and their mom, Melissa Fraser, test out the Royally Cosmic photo booth at the Star-Spangled Spectacular at Waterside Place.
    By
  • Madison Bierl
  • July 5, 2026
Star-Spangled Spectacular lights up Lakewood Ranch

The Waterside Place event attracted thousands to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.

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