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Neighbors

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  • Katie Johns
  • October 22, 2016
Circus by the Sea brings art and culture to Mote

The first-time event was a collaboration between The Circus Arts Conservatory and Mote for InspireSarasota!

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    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 22, 2016
Arlington Park splashes into fall

Children dive for pumpkins at Arlington Park and Aquatic Center.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 21, 2016
Mote has a night of fish, fun and fright

The annual Halloween celebration brought all kinds of characters to the aquarium.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 20, 2016
Gloria Musicae entertains Amore diners

The choral group performed songs throughout the restaurant.

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    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 20, 2016
Forty Carrots expands services with therapy center

New therapy center officially opens at Forty Carrots Family Center campus.

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File photo. The force was strong with Jamie Murdick dressed as Princess Leia and London as Yoda during the the 18th annual Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 20, 2016
Your Sarasota Calendar: Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Oct. 20.

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Courtesy photo. Treat SRQ
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 20, 2016
Cocktail party gets our vote

Treat SRQ declares its endorsement for the cocktail party.

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Susie Silver said she continues to make pins because it's fun and gives her pleasure.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 19, 2016
Longboat resident finds 'pinspiration' in recycling old items

All Susie Silver needs is old belts, bottle caps, earrings, chains and coins to create a one-of-a-kind pin.

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The Longboat Key Education Center is preparing for its fall season.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 19, 2016
Longboat Key Education Center finalizes fall line-up

The fall season runs from Oct. 17 to Dec. 16.

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Last year's Grand Marshals Evelyn Fresch, Shirley Beachum and Francey O'Brien
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 19, 2016
Longboat Key Rotary Club to host 3rd annual Veterans Day Parade

All veterans are invited to register and participate in the event.

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  • Observer Staff
  • October 19, 2016
Longboat Key Obituaries

Marjorie Canfield, Howard Biddle III, Melvin Levy and Harriet Waitt died.

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Hunter McGrath, 6, Makayla Thompson, 6, Erin Noe, 7, Jayden French, 5, at last year's Night of Fish, Fun & Fright.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 19, 2016
Your Calendar: Mote Night of Fish, Fun and Fright

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

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Lee Peakes with Betty and Jack KeelinCourtesy photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 19, 2016
Jack Keelin recognized for service

Keelin and his wife received a plague for their service to Beachplace.

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Courtesy photo of the Stephanie and Milton Kruk with their children and grandchildren.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 19, 2016
The Kruks reach a milestone

The couple celebrated their anniversary with family by their side.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 18, 2016
St. Mary gets in the Halloween spirit

The Women's Guild hosted its annual Welcome Back Luncheon on Oct. 18.

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