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One Thing I Wish You Knew gave out goody bags for attendees.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • January 13, 2019
There's one thing the Jewish Federation of Manatee-Sarasota wishes you knew

The Jewish Federation of Manatee-Sarasota and Chabad of Sarasota present One Thing I Wish You Knew.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Seth Miller, the executive director of the Innocence Project of Florida and Rabbi Michael Werbow
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • January 13, 2019
Temple Beth Shalom learns about the Innocence Project of Florida

Seth Miller, of the Innocence Project of Florida, talks to the members of Temple Beth Shalom.

  • Sarasota
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Have Gun, Will Travel performed from 1-4 p.m.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 13, 2019
Lakewood Ranch launches concert series

Have Gun, Will Travel headlines first event.

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  • News
Eagle Trace's Sharon Lahl joined the Elks during the open house while neighbor Diane O'Conner already is a member.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • January 12, 2019
Elks host open house in Lakewood Ranch

Elks host open house in Lakewood Ranch

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 10, 2019
Observer Challenge Tennis Tournament toasts to players

The annual tennis tournament kicks off Friday, Jan. 11 and ends Sunday, Jan. 13.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • January 10, 2019
County launches survey for Siesta Key parking and traffic input

Residents of Sarasota County can now fill out an online survey to share their thoughts and concerns on Siesta Key parking with officials.

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  • Observer Staff
  • January 10, 2019
East County weather page photo: Jan. 10

Pamela Williams photographed this osprey on top of a light pole on Player’s Drive in Country Club East.

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  • Observer Staff
  • January 10, 2019
Sarasota weather page photo: Jan. 10

Richard Haynes photographed this rainbow arched over downtown Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
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  • Observer Staff
  • January 10, 2019
Longboat Key weather page photo: Jan. 10

Susan Molnar captured this sunset while kayaking at South Lido.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The violin kit, which is $1,200 is the most expensive item auctioned off at the Crystal Ball.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • January 10, 2019
Friends of the Selby Public Library host annual fundraiser

The 2019 Crystal Ball, which was open to the public, raised money for the library.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 9, 2019
Lakewood Ranch Publix bags funds for special cause

Tara residents find perfect stretch

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Mike Bergin nicknamed himself Marina Joe after taking on the duty of clearing Twin Shores of red tide fish kill.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 9, 2019
Twin Shores resident keeps red tide fish kill at bay

Mike Bergin, nicknamed ‘Marina Joe,’ took it upon himself to keep Twin Shores clear of fish kill during red tide.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Last year's event chairwoman Palma Panza, Lyn Haycock, Patty Sileo and Susan Phillips
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 9, 2019
Same runway, new day

The Longboat Key Garden Club’s Taste of the Keys and Fashion Show has been moved to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23.

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The Hernandez Troupe was best known for their springboard act. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 9, 2019
Performers make way into Circus Ring of Fame

Four acts will be inducted into the Circus Ring of Fame on St. Armands Circle Jan. 13.

  • Longboat Key
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Fire Rescue Chief Paul Dezzi and Lt. Daniel Heath courtesy photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 9, 2019
Fire station fame

Fire Rescue Chief Paul Dezzi named Lt. Daniel Heath the firefighter of the year and Deputy Chief Chris Krajic officer of the year.

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