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Corey Jones submitted this sunset photo, taken near Cortez.
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  • November 13, 2013
Weather: Longboat Key

Corey Jones submitted this sunset photo, taken near Cortez.

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Democratic Club President Murray Blueglass, Rob Lorei and Andy Maass
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 12, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Democratic Club

The Longboat Key Democratic Club assembled Tuesday, Nov. 12, for their monthly general membership meeting.

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Charlotte Graver and Sandy Wood
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 11, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Grand Bay Welcome Back Party

Grand Bay celebrated the return of many of its members with a Welcome Back Party on Monday, Nov. 11.

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General John Casey, Dr. Larry Steagall and Dr. William Evanko
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  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 11, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Island Chapel Tribute to Veterans

On Monday, Nov. 11, the Longboat Island Chapel held a tribute in honor of the brave men and women who made countless sacrifices to protect their country.

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Heidi Thomas and the Rev. David Danner
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 10, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: All Angels Welcome Back Brunch

On Sunday, Nov. 10, All Angels Episcopal Church came together for a welcome back brunch in celebration of their members return to Longboat Key.

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Hannah Bartholomew and Julia Ryserson had their faces painted.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 9, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Bay Haven Fall Festival

Bay Haven students and their families celebrated fall at the Bay Haven Fall Festival, Saturday Nov. 9. Families enjoyed music, games, races and other outdoor activities.

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Bill Hamilton, Carol Fillmore and Fred Fillmore
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  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 9, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Christ Church Welcome Back Picnic

Christ Church of Longboat Key cheerfully gathered together for a Welcome Back Picnic on Saturday, Nov. 9.

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Octavio and Jessica Ortiz with Lisa and John Shepard
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 9, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Suncoast Food & Wine Fest

The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch welcomed hundreds of wine lovers to the Sarasota Polo Club Nov. 9, for the Suncoast Food and Wine Festival.

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Linda Bengston, Anita Didio and Raye Winthrop
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 9, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Tara Fashion Show

Women at the Tara Golf and Country Club enjoyed lunch during the "Fall into Fashion" fashion show and luncheon Nov. 8.

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Joyce Wheatland, Alan Wilson, Judy Santry, George Santry, Dennis Wheatland and Neille Wilson
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Bacchus on the Beach

On Friday, Nov. 8, Bacchus on the Beach kicked off the festival weekend with a night of delicious food and fine wine at the Harbourside Dining Room.

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Phyllis Black and Ruth Strauss
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Republican Club of Longboat Key

The Republican Club of Longboat Key met at the Harbourside Clubhouse on Friday, Nov. 8 for their monthly meeting.

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Sarasota High School will play Riverview High School Friday, Nov. 8.
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  • November 8, 2013
Gridiron Glory: Rivalry week

Join Sports Editor Jen Blanco for this week's edition of Gridiron Glory, and hear about the hottest high school football match ups.

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Longboat Island Chapel is located at 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive. (File photo)
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 8, 2013
Chapel to hold Veterans Day tribute

The Rev. Vincent Carroll, a Navy veteran, will speak about his wartime experience.

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Loren Gray, Andy Gayler, Renee Gray, Clare Koene and Shannon and Jim Bennett at last year’s Bacchus on the Beach.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 8, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: Bacchus on the Beach

While Bacchus on the Beach promises to deliver tasty food, creative cocktails and live entertainment both Friday and Saturday, this year's main event, Stone Crab Celebration and Wine Tasting, is sure to be the highlight of the festival.

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Princess Teeja
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 7, 2013
Royal treatment

Four-year-old Teeja Johnson was unaware when she arrived at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, Oct. 25- to a red carpet rolled out just for her - that Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central and Northern Florida would be granting her wish to be a princess.

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