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Neighbors

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  • Anna Brugmann
  • December 1, 2016
Santa sparks holiday cheer

Santa Claus had the honor of plugging in the downtown Christmas tree in Five Points Park.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 1, 2016
St. Mary rings in the holidays

St. Mary Star of the Sea, Catholic Church hosted its annual holiday party on Dec. 1.

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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • December 1, 2016
Sarasota resident proves that not all heroes wear capes

Not all heroes wear capes. In fact, some have fur.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 30, 2016
Longboat Key Obituaries

Judith Litvin and Henry Retek died.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 30, 2016
For the love of the game

Dolores Levy started a tennis group about six years ago, but it's turned into something bigger than she planned.

  • Longboat Key
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Zander, 5, Tara, Roger and Kian Ley, 8 at the 2014 Holiday Night of Lights
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 30, 2016
Your Calendar: Holiday Night of Lights

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

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Jeff Laughlin, Mary Lou Johnson and Frank Cona at last year's lawn party.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 30, 2016
Lawn Party ups the ante with return of 50/50 raffle

The 50/50 raffle has been renamed the "Edith Barr Dunn 50/50 Memorial Raffle" in honor of the late Kiwanis member.

  • Longboat Key
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Michael Saunders. Arnold Simonsen and Ronda Montminy at last year's Aging in Paradise Gala.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 30, 2016
Longboat Key resident donates $2.5 million to Salvation Army

Arnold Simonsen's donation will help fund the organization's QLife Initiative

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  • Katie Johns
  • November 30, 2016
Help The Observer spread holiday cheer

Have you seen spectacular holiday lights around town? If so, share them with us.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 30, 2016
Spread the gift of holiday cheer

Two locations on Longboat Key are accepting donations for Toys for Tots.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Tom Briggle, director of internet marketing; Mary Kay Ryan, director of customer care, Roger Pettingell; Stephanie Ruzgis, executive assistant; Saleemah Stanley, listing/marketing assistant. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 30, 2016
Pettingell’s sweet tradition continues

Real estate agent Roger Pettingell gave out 130 pies for Thanksgiving this year.

  • Longboat Key
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Judy Blair and Rose Tomason
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 29, 2016
Garden Club welcomes back members

The Longboat Key Garden club gathered for a welcome back luncheon at Marina Jack.

  • Longboat Key
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courtesy photo
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 28, 2016
C’est La Vie expands hours at downtown location

The popular downtown French restaurant will now be including dinner.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • November 27, 2016
Santa Claus arrives on Siesta Key for Light Up The Village

Residents line Ocean Boulevard to welcome in the holiday season with parade.

  • Siesta Key
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Michele Ozkan
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 24, 2016
Tatum Elementary teacher remembers Packers glory days

Tatum Ridge Elementary teacher Michelle Ozkan never planned to be a professional cheerleader. It was just meant to be.

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