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Participants in the walk head down the path at Nathan Benderson Park.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • April 1, 2025
All Faiths Food Bank hosts Walk to End Summer Hunger

The annual walk kicked off the food bank's Campaign Against Summer Hunger.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Allen Brown of Embracing Our Differences, Chantima Kaewvichian of Bangok, Thailand, the painter of "Hide or Shine," and its sponsors Tobi Leanna Schneider and Steven Neumeister, gather in front of the art piece. The quote by Kim Howard of Bloomington, Indiana, reads, "Choosing to speak when others are silent is an act of bravery this world needs." "My inspiration for this painting is so simple. It's the feeling to be ourselves, like everybody deserves to be themselves, as long as it doesn't hurt anyone," Kaewvichian said. "I'm very happy, and I'm honored to be the part of this amazing exhibition," she also said.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • April 1, 2025
Embracing Our Differences hosts celebration of kindness at Bayfront Park

The celebration honored the organization's outdoor art exhibition at the park, and its message of inclusivity and understanding.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
12th grader Gregory Pech, of the Riverview High School Kiltie Band, plays the bagpipes.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • April 1, 2025
Gillespie Park celebrates 100th anniversary

The neighborhood honored Sarasota's Scottish heritage as the park and neighborhood celebrated 100 years.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Darlene Quiala enjoyed the experience with her friend Areana Thompson.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • April 1, 2025
Attendees enjoy the vibes at Sarasota Reggae & Food Festival

The event featured food vendors, live music and a vendor market.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Riselle Bain, a voice for inclusion in the cantor tradition, joins Temple Beth Israel for a Passover Seder for women.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • April 1, 2025
Longboat Key's Temple Beth Israel features special guest at Passover Seder

Cantor Riselle Bain brought her musical talents to Longboat Key on March 25 for a holiday service.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sue Rinaldo introduces the setlist for the Key of Sea choir performance at the Player's Club.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 31, 2025
Key of Sea Choral closes out season with uplifting message

Still recovering from its loss of members amid the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic, the choir invites fellow residents to join.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
With costumed "friar" Rich Irr at the center of it all, members of the Longboat Key Club Friars ring in their annual dinner and awards ceremony.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 31, 2025
Don Kreiss honored at annual Friars Club gathering

The tight-knit cohort of Longboat golfers celebrated a year of increased membership and kinship among existing members.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Models prepare to walk to runway at Sarasota Yacht Club's 2025 fashion show.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 31, 2025
Sarasota boutique showcases athleisure with a twist at fashion show

Designer Tatyana Stewart and event chair Karen Kent organized a fashion show with fringe and fun.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ukrainian clarinetist Yurii Padkovskyi accompanies pianist Jessé Martins for a performance at The Education Center.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 31, 2025
Clarinet, piano duo delight audience at penultimate concert

Chamber musicians celebrate Ukrainian and Brazilian cultures at The Education Center.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Susan Giroux holds a photo of a senior dog while stressing to the audience to consider adopting older dogs, not just puppies.
    By
  • Madison Bierl
  • March 30, 2025
A delightful day for divas and dogs in Lakewood Ranch

The Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch hosts its annual Divas and Dogs fundraiser.

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State and local commitments help preserve the timeless beauty and ecological integrity of the only Florida State-designated Wild and Scenic River.
    By
  • Miri Hardy
  • March 29, 2025
Myakka Act protects wild and scenic river values

Upland river buffers help preserve and enhance this quintessential natural treasure.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Community members help "push in" the newest fleet addition at Fire Station 92.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 28, 2025
Longboaters lend hands to 'push in' for new fleet addition

Families packed Station 92 for this year's open house hosted by the Longboat Key Fire Rescue Department.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Anne Essner, board chair of Architecture Sarasota, is a passionate advocate for the preservation of mid-century architecture.
    By
  • Eric Snider
  • March 28, 2025
Anne Essner works to preserve Sarasota’s notable buildings for all to enjoy

When she moved to Lido Shores, Anne Essner fell for the Sarasota School's aesthetic. Now, as board chair of Architecture Sarasota, she leads the preservation and celebration of mid-century design.

  • Sarasota
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Chef Damian Manfré is known for his expertise in curating innovative menus and creating unforgettable dining experiences.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • March 28, 2025
With 6 restaurants to helm, St. Regis chef shares his favorites

Culinary mastermind Damian Manfré keeps one eye on the traditions of the past and another eye on the innovations of the future.

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Damascus awes the crowd by lifting himself up after a command from Rebecca McCullough.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 27, 2025
Lipizzan Stallion stalwart finds time to pen a novel in Myakka City

Rebecca McCullough's love of horses in Myakka City isn't fiction. But her "Planet of Equus" is, indeed, fiction.

  • East County
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