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Murray Blueglass, President of the Longboat Key Democratic Club, with Nan Rich, one of two Democratic Candidates for Governor
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 11, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Democratic Club Meeting

The Longboat Key Democratic Club met for its monthly luncheon on Tuesday at the Harbourside Dining Room. After lunch and general club announcements, Nan Rich, one of the Democratic Candidates for Governor, spoke.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jordan Blake, Mercedes Trava and Alison McKenna
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 11, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: El Restaurante Bay Haven

Bay Haven School of Basic Plus held its annual El Restaurante Bay Haven luncheon Tuesday, Feb. 11. The school's cafeteria was turned into a Mexican restaurante with decorations, music and tacos. Students ordered their lunch in Spanish and learned some Mexican dance moves.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Ringling College President Larry Thompson with Former Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly and Gary Heard from BMO Private Bank
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 10, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Raymond Kelly speaks at Town Hall Lecture Series

Former New York City Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly spoke in the Town Hall Lecture Series Monday, Feb. 10. The Former Police Commissioner shared stories from his forty-seven years on the force. Kelly also discussed the controversial stop-and-frisk policy. After the lecture, a luncheon was held for a small group of attendees where Kelly answered questions form members of the public.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Eleanor McConnell shows off a hat and turquoise jewelry.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 10, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Christ Church Women's Club Fashion Show

Over 150 women gathered at Christ Church of Longboat Key for its Women's Club Fashion Show on Monday, Feb. 10. The event benefitted one of the church's missions, Learn to Fish Recovery Center.

  • Longboat Key
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French singer Michelet Innocent will perform old-time favorites and love songs at all three shows held at Selby Five Points Park.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 10, 2014
Winter concert series returns

The Downtown Sarasota Alliance invites families and members of the community to enjoy Sarasota's downtown with a free concert series.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The musicians perform for a full house.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 9, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Island Chapel Jazz Worship Service and Brunch

Every seat was filled at the Longboat Island Chapel for its Jazz Worship Service on Sunday, Feb. 9. Entering its twenty-first year, this popular program featured many well-known local musicians. Attendees also enjoyed a Mardi Gras-style 'Salute to Carnivale' brunch following the service.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Julie Bales, Jan Haynes, Dona Blake and Laura Turner
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 9, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Armands Picnic in the Park

St. Armands residents gathered for their Association's Picnic in the Park on Sunday, Feb. 9, to catch up with old friends, meet new neighbors and enjoy burgers from New Pass Grill, a recent addition to the Circle.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ron and Joan Lang with John and Sheran Dahl
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 9, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Rosedale Military Ball

Residents of the Rosedale community celebrated the service of military veterans Feb. 8 during the sixth annual Military Ball Dinner Dance.

  • East County
  • News
Breana Nasser and Ramzi Choeiry performed Hellenic dance.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 9, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Greek Glendi

The St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church held its 30th annual Greek Glendi Feb. 6 though Feb. 9. This year's edition featured Greek folk dancing, live music by ELLADA, a marketplace with jewelry and crafts, church tours and, of course, homemade Greek food.

  • East County
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Juli and Paul Kampe with Linda and Mounif Seamaan
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 8, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Yacht Club Moonlight & Roses Celebration

Sarasota Yacht Club celebrated Valentine's a few days early with its 'Moonlight & Roses' party on Saturday, Feb. 8. Members enjoyed cocktails and hors d'oeuvres before participating in a recommitment ceremony led by Judge Nancy Donnellan.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Posters of films favorites like “The Godfather” and “Easy Rider” adorn the walls.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 8, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Bird Key Yacht Club Oscars Party

On Saturday, Feb. 8, the Oscars took over Bird Key Yacht Club as members dressed up as their favorite actors and actresses for a night on the red carpet.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Alison and Maurene Cozzi spend the day together.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 8, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Crafts Festival

The 20th annual Siesta Key Craft Festival took over Siesta Key Village Saturday, Feb. 8, and Sunday, Feb. 9. Ocean Boulevard was the home of creative vendors from across the country for the weekend. The festival includes homemade jewelry, fresh food and unique artwork.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Jenna Belch with Tara
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 8, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Cause for Paws

Families spent the afternoon of Saturday, Feb. 8 supporting the Humane Society of Sarasota County at Cause for Paws. The puppy-themed party was held at the Sarasota Children's Garden and invited families to take part in arts and crafts, games and a scavenger hunt. Children read stories and received wet kisses from the Reading Fur Fun Dogs.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Madison Hartwig and Christian Mark join a conga line.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 8, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Fairy Tale Ball

Fathers and daughters at Braden River Elementary School danced the night away at a Fairy Tale Ball Feb. 7.

  • East County
  • News
Kevin Berkenbusch, Alec Puhalovich, Ashlyn Falahee and Bryan Dexter found a seat on the back of a pickup truck.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 8, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: LRHS Sadie Hawkins

Lakewood Ranch High School's Student Government Association hosted its first Sadie Hawkins dance Feb. 7.

  • East County
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