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Caroline Creevy performs with the group In Treble at the 2014 Rock for a Cause.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • November 19, 2015
Sarasota calendar 11.19.15

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Nov. 19.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The city hopes to transform Fruitville Road from an intimidating thoroughfare for pedestrians to a more friendly road.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 19, 2015
City gears up for Fruitville Road changes

With the city planning to design a more pedestrian-friendly Fruitville Road, residents and businesses offered their thoughts on how the street could evolve.

  • Sarasota
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Chris Lynch, Jim Schwartz and Ethna Lynch, of Lynches Pub and Grub, at last year's Gourmet Lawn Party.
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • November 18, 2015
Lawn Party set to break records

The Gourmet Lawn Party will be Dec. 5.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • November 17, 2015
Garden Club learns about the Village

Members of the Longboat Key Garden Club welcomed former Longbeach Village Association President Michael Drake at its monthly meeting Nov. 17.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • November 17, 2015
Curtis Gilroy discusses defense strategies with Republican Club

Former Director of Accession Policy Curtis Gilroy, of the U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, joined the Republican Club of Longboat Key for its monthly meeting Nov. 17.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • November 17, 2015
Sandpipers learn the art of ballet

The Sandpipers Men’s Group at All Angels by the Sea, Episcopal Church held its first lunch meeting of the year Nov. 17.

  • Longboat Key
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Event co-chairs CONA President Kafi Benz and Secretary Ann Kaplan
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • November 16, 2015
CONA toasts to 54 years

Sarasota County Council of Neighborhood Associations hosts fundraiser at Michael's On East to celebrate 54th anniversary.

  • Sarasota
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Dan Wade, event manager of the Longboat Key Club, models with daughter Carly at last year’s Taste of the Keys
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • November 16, 2015
Michael Kors decommits from Taste of the Keys

J.McLaughlin will now feature its clothing at the Taste of the Keys fashion show Jan. 27.

  • Longboat Key
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2015
OBITUARY | Gasper Cajka

Gasper James Cajka, an Osprey resident, died Nov. 9.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • November 15, 2015
Christ Church greets members

Christ Church Presbyterian welcomed back 70 members at its first dinner of the season Nov. 14.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • November 15, 2015
Longboat celebrates sweet 60

Longboat Key celebrated its 60th anniversary Nov. 14, at Bayfront Park.

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Mother-daughter duo Rosanne and Selina Ray toast to a good time.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 15, 2015
Sarasota Polo Club offers wine and dine options

Rotary Club of LWR hosted annual Suncoast Food & Wine Fest.

  • East County
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Sue Beatrice
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • November 15, 2015
Siesta Key Crystal Classic attracts crowds, creativity

Professional sand sculptors and amateurs for the 6th annual competition on Siesta Key Beach.

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Cathy Rice and Judy Buonomano, of Bradenton, sample gumbo.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 15, 2015
Linger Lodge serves up gumbo goodness

The East County restaurant and campground hosted its annual Gumbo Cookoff and Bluegrass Festival.

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Alexa Gettel and Sami Fox make their silliest faces for a photo booth.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • November 14, 2015
ODA welcomes families for Thunder Fun Day

Students and parents spend the day playing games at the Out-of-Door Academy Lower School.

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