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Women’s Guild President Eileen Hassel, Keynote speaker Connie Taft and Msgr. Gerry Finegan
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • February 9, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Mary Women's Guild meeting

St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church's Women's Guild proved that Dreams are Free at its monthly meeting on Feb. 10. Connie Taft, of the Dreams are Free Catholic school in Sarasota, spoke to members.

  • Longboat Key
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President Murray Blueglass with keynote speaker Cornelle Maxfield
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • February 9, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Democratic Club luncheon

The Longboat Key Democratic Club held its monthly luncheon on Feb. 10. Cornelle Maxfield, president of the Manatee/Sarasota Black Caucus of Florida spoke about 'Selma to Now.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Model Bennie Dods
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • February 8, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Christ Church fashion show

Longboat Key residents became models at Christ Church of Longboat Key, Presbyterian on Feb. 9 at its annual fashion show.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A necklace from Glass Garden Jewelry on display at the Siesta Key Craft Festival.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 7, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Craft Festival

From industrial sculptures to pottery, vendors had a variety to offer for the annual Siesta Key Craft Festival on Saturday and Sunday in Siesta Key Village.

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Party planners Mandy Brewer, Carla Ogburn, Vickie VanMeier and Sharla Gambrell
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • February 7, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Twin Shores welcome back party

More than 80 residents of Twin Shores gathered on Feb. 8 for the neighborhood's welcome back party.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Owner Judy Fryer, manager Amy Blair, owner Philip Needs and operations director Bruce Flynn
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • February 7, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Old Salty Dog 25th birthday party

The Old Salty Dog on City Island celebrated its 25th birthday on Feb. 8.

  • Sarasota
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Wafa Danner and Daphne Walker
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • February 7, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: All Angels by the Sea brunch

All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church held its annual meeting and parish brunch at Bird Key Yacht Club on Feb. 8.

  • Longboat Key
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The Rev. Norman Pritchard and Bill Buckley
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • February 7, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Christ Church Kirkin' O' the Tartan service

Christ Church of Longboat Key, Presbyterian, looked a little 'kiltish' on Feb. 8 during its Kirkin' O' the Tartan service, when the St. Andrews Pipes & Drums of Tampa Bay performed.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Al Hixon, Tim Robinson and Dick Hamilton perform “Amazing Grace.”
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • February 7, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Island Chapel Jazz Worship Sunday

The Longboat Island Chapel held its 22nd annual Jazz Worship Sunday on Feb. 8.

  • Longboat Key
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Runners approach Gulfstream Avenue from the John Ringling Bridge during the Sarasota Music Half Marathon.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 7, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Music Half Marathon

Participants sprinted, jogged and danced across the finish line for the inaugural Sarasota Music Half Marathon Feb. 8 starting at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 5, 2015
FDOT closes lane on S.R. 70

A lane of State Road 70 at 44th Street East will be closed starting today.

  • Siesta Key
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Ryan Guendjoian and Brennan Maguire, as the March Hare and the Mad Hatter,  celebrate a non-birthday together.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 5, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: 'Alice in Wonderland Jr.'

Students at Nolan Middle School bring to life the tale of Alice in Wonderland with performances of "Alice in Wonderland Jr." tonight and Saturday. Tickets cost $5.

  • East County
  • News
Pajama factory workers hold a rally.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 4, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: "The Pajama Game"

The Lakewood Ranch High School theater department opened "The Pajama Game" tonight. Shows start at 7:30 p.m. through Feb. 7, and at 2 p.m. Feb. 8, at Lakewood Ranch High.

  • East County
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Sarasota players pose with the district final trophy after defeating Lakewood Ranch 31-20 Friday night. Photos by Jason Clary
  • By Jason Clary
  • February 4, 2015
Sarasota girls win district title

The Sarasota girls basketball team won its second-straight district title Friday after defeating Lakewood Ranch 31-20 in a tough defensive game.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 4, 2015
Sidelines

Signing day 2015; Baseball coach finalist for award; Sarasota Open tickets on sale; Orioles to host fundraising event

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