Neighbors

Observer Staff
December 4, 2013

Splish, splash

Three times a week, a group of women from the Tara Golf & Country Club participate in water aerobics.

East County
Neighbors

Observer Staff
December 4, 2013

This week we went in the kitchen at Cosimo's with owner John Ganley as chef Alfredo prepares two signature pizzas, the margherita and the quattro formaggi. Get the recipes and watch an instructional video in this week's 'In the Kitchen.'

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
December 4, 2013

Paint the town red and green

This year, we won't just be on the lookout for the most festive holiday lights on the Key. We'll be on the prowl for anything that embodies the happiness of the holidays with our new 'Spirit of the Season' contest.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
December 4, 2013

Pettingell tradition is as sweet as pie

For the sixth consecutive year, Pettingell delivered pies from Yoder's Restaurant in Sarasota to his customers at Thanksgiving.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
December 4, 2013

Former Key Club manager takes on new role

Former Longboat Key Club & Resort General Manager Michael Welly has a new gig.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
December 4, 2013

SOS keeps eye on eagle

Save Our Seabirds (SOS) rescued a bald eagle in November from The Concession in University Park, after it was apparently injured by barbed wire.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
December 4, 2013

Salvation Army kettle: Be there with bells on

The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key is seeking Salvation Army bell-ringers for its kettle outside of Publix. Contact Sean McGrath at [email protected].

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
December 4, 2013

Marketing guru Kotler thinks Hall of Fame

Part-time Longboat Key resident Philip Kotler, considered one of the leaders of modern marketing, can add another title to his mantel.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Kelsey Grau
December 4, 2013

Take the Observer Challenge: See you at the net

Action begins Friday, Dec. 13, at the Public Tennis Center.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

David Conway
December 4, 2013

Sarasota City Commission admonishes BID directors

The commission emphasized the importance of advisory board members using their city-issued email accounts after a request for St. Armands BID directors' emails.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
December 4, 2013

New community foundation makes Longboat its mission

The Longboat Key Foundation was established through the Community Foundation of Sarasota County to benefit the island and its residents.

Longboat Key
News

Kelsey Grau
December 4, 2013

Key bakers offer taste of favorite holiday treats

Seasonal baking traditions vary from home to home, but there's probably a holiday treat you've been craving all year. Here, three Longboat Key bakers share their favorite seasonal recipes for your tables.