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Mary and Larry Marthaler
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  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 25, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Islander Club Welcome Back Party

On Saturday, Jan. 25, the Islander Club welcomed back its residents for the season with a party. Attendees enjoyed drinks and hors d'oeuvres while watching the sunset over the water.

  • Longboat Key
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Austin Warner, Jackson Warner, Lindsey Warner, Jan Marsh, David Marsh, Kristin Marsh, Kailey Marsh, Claire Marsh and Kara Marsh stand with the new Jim Marsh memorial statue.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 25, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: The Jim Marsh Memorial Garden Dedication

Longboat Island Chapel held a memorial garden dedication ceremony on Saturday, Jan. 25, in honor of the late Rev. Jim Marsh. From 1973 to 1996, he served as pastor of the church and had a large impact on the congregation.

  • Longboat Key
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Cunningham sisters — Morgan, 6, and Samantha, 5 — show off matching Hello Kitty face paint.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 25, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: McNeal Elementary's Winter Carnival

Gilbert W. McNeal Elementary students and their families came together for a cookout, music and games for the annual Winter Carnival Jan. 25, held on the school's front lawn.

  • East County
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The Rev. Bruce Porter laughs as parishioners share memories and stories during the evening’s program.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 24, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: The Rev. Bruce Porter's Retirement Party

The congregation of Christ Church gathered on Friday, Jan. 24, to celebrate the Rev. Bruce Porter's years of service and spiritual guidance with a retirement party.

  • Longboat Key
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Nicoletta Norcia shows off her inner-flapper with a homemade headband.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 24, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: SMART's Great Gatsby Interactive Dinner

Patrons sported sequin-covered headbands, suspenders, and other '20s-style outfits while they sipped on champagne during SMART's Great Gatsby Interactive Dinner Jan. 24, at the Polo Grill and Bar's Fete Ballroom.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • January 24, 2014
Registration underway for Senior Games

Registration for the 25th Annual Gulf Coast Senior Games is now underway and continues through Jan. 31.

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Cate Eschmann, 12, didn't mind getting wet in the dunk tank, at a previous McNeal Winter Carnival.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • January 24, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: McNeal Winter Carnival

Proceeds from Saturday's annual Winter Carnival at McNeal Elementary School will help teachers fund their classrooms.

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Jackie Savigne bought crystal earrings from Christine Goshorn at last year's St. Armands Winter Art Festival. (File photo)
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 24, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: St. Armands Winter Art Festival

Support local and visiting artisans alike at the 12th Annual St. Armands Winter Art Festival on the Circle. This two-day event showcases work from more than 250 artists and craftsmen.

  • Longboat Key
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“Italian Night” Cooks Don Prola, Lenny Distefano and Joe Zampino.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Mary Men's Club Italian Night

St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Men's Club gathered for authentic Italian cuisine and a variety of wine on Thursday, Jan. 23, at Father Edward Pick Parish Hall. This year marks the fourth 'Italian Night' for the group.

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Patricia Benak, Waterfront 7 Realty, Andrew Vac, REMAX Alliance Group, and Pamela Hagan, Waterfront 7 Realty
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Business After Hours

On Thursday, Jan. 23, the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce hosted Business After Hours, a networking opportunity for local professionals, at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts, a Division of Ringling College of Art and Design.

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The Association of Junior Leagues International will celebrate delegates at its Winter Leadership Conference tomorrow, Friday, Jan. 24, in Scottsdale, AZ.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • January 23, 2014
Junior League of Sarasota announces president elect

Sarah Lodge has been an active member of the Junior League of Sarasota since 2007 and will take office in June 2015.

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Riverview midfielder Greg Atkin scored a goal for the Rams in the second half of their 3-0 victory over Pinellas Park in the Class 5A-District 8 semifinals Jan. 22.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Riverview High boys soccer vs. Pinellas Park

The Riverview High boys soccer team defeated Pinellas Park 3-0 in a Class 5A-District 8 semifinal match Jan. 22. With the win, the Rams will play host to St. Petersburg in the district championship Jan. 24.

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U.S. pairs figure skaters Felicia Zhang and Nathan Bartholomay practice during an open training session Jan. 22, at the Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Olympic Figure Skating

With two weeks to go until the 2014 Sochi Olympics, U.S. pairs figure skaters Felicia Zhang and Nathan Bartholomay took to the ice to perfect their routine during an opening training session Jan. 22, at the Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex. The pair was joined on the ice by Great Britain pairs figure skaters Stacey Kemp and David King, who also train in Ellenton and are preparing for their second Olympic Games. Those interested in watching the pairs perform can do so during free public training sessions on Wednesdays and Fridays at 1:10 p.m. Zhang and Bartholomay will depart for Sochi Feb. 1.

  • East County
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Courtesy photos Janice Smyth with her quilt, “Mystery Decimals.”
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 23, 2014
Quilting queen moves to semifinals

Sarasota resident Janice Smyth is a semifinalist for the 2014 AQS QuiltWeek International Quilt Show in March.

  • Sarasota
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Zach Feltovic and Jonathan Aiken from Pack 50
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 23, 2014
Leaders of the Pack

Sarasota Cub Scout Pack 50 raced their pinewood derby cars Jan. 11 at Gulf Gate Elementary.

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