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Photo by Harriet Sokmensuer
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  • December 12, 2013
Frosty the sandman

Beachgoers maintained the holiday spirit while basking the sun at Siesta Beach this weekend.

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CONA President Lourdes Ramirez and Dawn Moore
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  • December 12, 2013
CONA celebration

The Sarasota County Council of Neighborhood Associations held its annual holiday party Monday, at the Sarasota Botanical Garden.

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Ella Marjorie Taylor
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  • Observer Staff
  • December 12, 2013
Occasions

Local births, weddings, anniversaries and other occasions.

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James Wood and Kate Thomas conduct an interview for a family's book and documentary.
  • By Randi Donahue
  • December 12, 2013
Couple brings family histories to life

James Wood and Kate Thomas help Sarasota families preserve their genealogy through books and documentaries.

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Photo by Randi Donahue
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • December 12, 2013
Christmas displays light up Sarasota

The return of the holidays means the return of the season of light shows throughout Sarasota.

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Daniel Hildreth tapes down labels at The Salvation Army.
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • December 12, 2013
School Spotlight: Sarasota Christian Gives Back

Sarasota Christian School students spent Tuesday, Dec. 3, giving back to their community.

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The Riverview High School boys soccer team
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • December 12, 2013
School Board

Riverview soccer players support alumnus; Law and Order; Rams Reunite

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The Sarasota High girls basketball team cruised to a 65-41 victory over North Port Dec. 5.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • December 12, 2013
Sidelines

Lady Sailors cruise to victory; Lady Thunder, Lady Blazers tie; Baseball camp to be held at ODA; Orioles to hold ice show

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  • December 12, 2013
Just the Stats

The week in sports by the numbers.

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Jacqueline Kulle
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  • December 12, 2013
High Five Moments

The top five sports moments of the week.

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Sarasota High freshman Madison Pack and Ja'da Bennett both landed starting roles on the varsity squad in their first season with the Lady Sailors.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • December 12, 2013
On the rise

Freshmen Madison Pack and Ja'da Bennett have been instrumental in helping lead the Sarasota High girls basketball team to a 10-1 record in their first season with the team.

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Samantha Bisceglia submitted this sunrise photo, taken from Siesta Key Beach.
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  • December 12, 2013
Weather: Sarasota

Samantha Bisceglia submitted this sunrise photo, taken from Siesta Key Beach.

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Otus
  • By Otus
  • December 12, 2013
Ask Otus: Otus Wishes You A Very Scary Christmas

Otus Rufous, an Eastern Screech-owl, was born on Siesta Key and is a full-time resident there. An avid hunter, accomplished vocalist and genuine night owl, Otus is a keen observer of our local wildlife and knows many of nature's secrets. Otus will answer your questions about our amazing wildlife, but only if you Ask Otusâ„¢.

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Barb Kerwin with Sandy and Emmy Lou Gilbert
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • December 12, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Garden Club Holiday Party

On Wednesday, Dec. 11, members of the Longboat Key Garden Club enjoyed wine, hors d'oeuvres and a potluck-style dinner at their annual holiday party at the Longboat Island Chapel.

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Meghan Serrano and Adria Jensen from Shumaker with Lashawn, Tyler, Hailey and Bill Sadlo President and CEO, Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County.
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • December 12, 2013
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota receive holiday donation

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota received a $2,000 holiday donation from Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP Friday, Dec. 6.

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