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Event organizers Lynn Burton and Nancy Cohen with event chairwoman Sylvia Pastor
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  • Katie Johns
  • February 4, 2019
Temple Beth Israel fashion show celebrates natural looks

The fashion show was held Feb. 4 at Michael's On East.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • February 4, 2019
Comey talks leadership, Trump in Sarasota

The former FBI director spoke about the core values of leadership as part of the RCLA Town Hall Lecture Series at the Van Wezel.

  • Sarasota
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  • Katie Johns
  • February 3, 2019
Longboat Island Chapel kicks off Super Bowl Sunday

Following their Sunday morning service, chapel members gathered for lunch Feb. 3.

  • Longboat Key
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The racers got started at 6:30 a.m.
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  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 3, 2019
Sarasota races to the beat of the drum

The Metro Diner's Music Half Marathon and 10K raced around Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 2, 2019
Bird Key celebrates Lunar New Year

More than 100 club members gathered for cocktails, dinner and watched a traditional lion dance on Feb. 2.

  • Longboat Key
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Betty Jane Prince, Shirley Blanton (front) and Carol Bradley
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 2, 2019
Sarasota's long-time residents given a Pioneer Picnic

Rotary Club's Pioneer Picnic celebrates those who have lived in Sarasota for an extended time.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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  • Katie Johns
  • February 2, 2019
Longboat Library showcases work of local artists, authors

The second annual Art and Authors Festival took place on Feb. 2.

  • Longboat Key
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Kristen Seymour, Rudi, Carol Buzilow, Laura Lev and Lenette Moshier
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 2, 2019
Sarasota women walk for change

United States National Committee for UN Women hosted a walk at Payne Park.

  • Sarasota
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Pat Orre and Tricia Taormino take a look at some clothes for sale.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 2, 2019
Shop till you drop at Designing Women

The Upscale Sidewalk Sale from Designing Women benefitted the organization.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 1, 2019
Lakewood Ranch area school fans flames of fun

Braden River Elementary hosts annual bonfire fundraiser.

  • East County
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Estrelita Thompson, Shelley Rence and Mary McNeal
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • January 31, 2019
Sarasota has healthy starts, heathy hearts

An Evening for a Healthy Start celebrates 10 years.

  • Sarasota
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Toni McCarty and Larry Kinsey
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • January 31, 2019
All Faiths appreciates its volunteers

All Faiths Food Bank hosts their annual volunteer appreciation awards.

  • Sarasota
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Sierra Taylor picks up trash on the beach for free Chick-Fil-A.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • January 31, 2019
Sarasota gives out Chick-Fil-A for charity

A group of volunteers gets free chicken for a year.

  • Sarasota
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Rich Puckett inspired his son, Jason, to volunteer as well.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • January 31, 2019
Sarasota volunteer sees all sides of Big Brothers Big Sisters

Experience as a boy informs Sarasota man's choices to work with children himself.

  • Sarasota
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  • Observer Staff
  • January 31, 2019
Longboat Key weather page photo: Jan. 31

Diane McVicker captured this cloud formation rolling over Longboat Key near the Resort at Longboat Key Club.

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