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Rev. Charleston Wilson holds a print depicting Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • September 25, 2024
Works by Japanese artist Sadao Watanabe donated to Church of the Redeemer

The collection of 24 paintings and prints by the Watanabe, whose work is also included in the collection of the Vatican, were donated by Hugh Culverhouse Jr.

  • Sarasota
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One of the observation decks at Joan M. Durante Park.
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • September 24, 2024
Behind the name of Joan M. Durante Park

Joan and Jim Durante were active Longboaters who wanted to give the island a haven for reflecting and connecting with nature.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Program Manager Debby Debile, Dr. Coeurlida Ashby and Executive Director Amy Steinhauser at the Medical Suite at the Paradise Center.
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • September 24, 2024
Paradise Center hopes to purchase Tidewell building on Longboat Key

Based on members' feedback, The Paradise Center plans to launch a grassroots campaign to raise around $2.5 million to purchase the building from the Tidewell Foundation.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch's Dick Vitale says he's grateful for the staff at Sarasota Memorial Radiation Oncology Center.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • September 23, 2024
Lakewood Ranch's Dick Vitale finishes final cancer treatment

Vitale's belief in staying positive and having faith keeps him strong during his latest battle with cancer.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Rachel McGrew, Joshua Hardinger, Ana Molinari, Chalk Festival Executive Director Denise Kowal and Glory Rodriguez gather together.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • September 21, 2024
Unwind wellness studio harnesses power of flowers in support of Chalk Festival

The Flower Power Patron Party invited the public for a flower-filled night in support of the Sarasota Int'l Chalk Festival and the floral carpet art it plans to debut this year.

  • Sarasota
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Chris Sachs, Police Chef George Turner and Micahel Garey at the Kiwanis Club meeting.
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • September 21, 2024
Longboat Key Police Chief speaks to the Kiwanis Club

Members of the Longboat Key Kiwanis Club ask Police Chief George Turner about the updates on the island.

  • Longboat Key
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Jordan Sebastiano of Servpro tosses a football.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • September 20, 2024
East and west are on the same team at tailgate business expo

The Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance returned to last year's tailgate theme as it hosted its annual expo.

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Women from Longboat Harbour Condominiums come together to Summer Night Out every month.
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • September 20, 2024
Whitney Plaza businesses host mingling event for new and longtime Longboaters

Driftwood Beach Home and Garden and Design 2000 Salon threw their monthly mingling event to support small businesses and meet neighbors.

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The 17th annual Master Gardener Volunteer Plant Sale and Extension EdFest by UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County will be held Oct. 5.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 20, 2024
Master Gardener Plant Sale set for Oct. 5

The 17th annual event helps fund local horticulture education efforts of the University of Florida's Master Gardener Volunteer program.

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“I can care for myself and get involved in my community again, thanks to Lakewood Ranch Medical Center.” - Patricia Shaw, Surgical Patient
  • By Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
  • September 19, 2024
Patient is Back to Active Lifestyle after Surgery

“I had so much confidence in Dr. Dexter, and I respect his surgical skills. He explained everything and made sure I was knowledgeable about my experience,” she says.

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Plymouth Harbor resident Lynne Woodman shared how her love for learning led her through her life's accomplishments.
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • September 18, 2024
Longboat Key resident reminisces on her accomplished life

Plymouth Harbor's Lynne Woodman says a passion for learning led her to great experiences.

  • Longboat Key
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Members of the Suncoast Builders Association's Professional Women in Building Council complete a playhouse for a 5-year-old girl who has cancer.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • September 18, 2024
Suncoast Builders Association builds playhouses for children with cancer

Local developers come together to support Roc Solid Foundation.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Becky Ayech has held fundraisers to help preserve the Old Miakka Schoolhouse for the past 39 years.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • September 18, 2024
Old Miakka Fall Hootenanny benefits schoolhouse

Becky Ayech has put on the "country" fundraiser for 39 years.

  • East County
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Yana Kevlin and her children Lenny Kevlin, 3, and Ava Kevlin, 2, decided to step inside the photo booth under the "Shana Tova" sign.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • September 17, 2024
Young members prepare for Rosh Hashanah at Temple Emanu-El

Kids learned about Rosh Hashanah during Sweet New Year Tot Shabbat.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Local high school volunteers helped lead the 2024 Youth Ocean Conservation Summit at Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • September 17, 2024
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium inspires youth leaders

The annual Youth Ocean Conservation Summit hosted students from around the country.

  • Longboat Key
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