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Helen and Len Glaser
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  • Nick Friedman
  • May 8, 2013
Daughter keeps memories close to her heart

The Observer's 'Memories with Mom' contest winner, Helen Glaser, remembers the bravery and generosity of her mother, Maya Nathan.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jasper Ritter, aka Champion Arden Blue Lightning.
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  • Robin Hartill
  • May 8, 2013
YOUR NEIGHBOR: Jasper Ritter

His formal name is Champion Arden Blue Lightning.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • May 8, 2013
Lore: Town searched for Longboat's Key next town manager

The town hadn't even posted an ad for the soon-to-be-vacant town manager's position but had already received nine applications at the May 14, 1982, Longboat Key Town Commission meeting.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Allison Levy is vice president of j2 IT Services, which she runs with her husband, Jason. She knew little about computers before working there, but on the job she uses leadership skills learned in the military.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • May 8, 2013
Tribute to Heroes: Allison Levy

Allison Levy has spent a 20-year military career mostly managing health care. Now she's on reserve.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Taylor Newton
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  • Observer Staff
  • May 8, 2013
SIDELINES

Braden River High to hold Pirate Bowl; Sports performance testing upcoming

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Paul Meese submitted this sunset photo, taken from Longboat Key Towers.
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  • Observer Staff
  • May 8, 2013
Weather Photo: SHINING SEA

Paul Meese submitted this sunset photo, taken from Longboat Key Towers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
"I'm primarily a children's librarian," said author Judith Leipold, a former media specialist at Braden River Elementary School. "This (project) was a total stretch for me."
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 8, 2013
Larger than life: Rodeo legend Hub Hubbell

Former Braden River Elementary School media specialist Judith Leipold has written two books - one biography and one tall tale - based on the life of local East County rodeo legend Hub Hubbell, who died in 2012.

  • East County
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Photo by Josh Siegel
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • May 8, 2013
Your Neighbor: Bill Kennedy

Bill Kennedy is the "queen" of the relationship thriller.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Bahman Badiee submitted this photo of sunset from his East County backyard.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • May 8, 2013
Weather Photo: PLAYING PEEK-A-BOO

Bahman Badiee submitted this photo of sunset from his East County backyard.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • May 7, 2013
Sarasota YMCA youth to learn about health careers

Youth will get a chance to explore health career options this summer during a three week Health Career Summer Camp.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Hostess, Ilene Mirman and Rotary Foundation President Jack Geldi
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • May 6, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Rotary Club Kentucky Derby Party

Members of the Rotary Club of Sarasota Keys Foundation met Saturday, May 4, at the home of Al and Ilene Mirman, for a Kentucky Derby party. Attendees enjoyed hors d'oeuvres, sipped mint juleps and bid in a silent auction before enjoying the race.

  • Sarasota
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Jonathan Poyner addresses the crowd.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • May 5, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Amateur Sand Sculpting Contest

Sculptors and spectators packed the beach Saturday, May 4, at the 41st Annual Siesta Key Amateur Sand Sculpting Contest. Competitors carved their sculptures and soaked up some sun before judges awarded prizes. Andrew Dailey's pirate sculpture won several awards, including judge's choice and first place in the adult humorous category.

  • Siesta Key
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Paige Troyer crowns Nicole Wittmer queen.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • May 5, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Christian Banquet

Sarasota Christian School juniors and seniors dressed in their best formal wear Saturday, May 4, for the Junior and Senior Banquet. Each year, the juniors surprise the seniors by choosing a theme and decorating the school's gymnasium. Students enjoy a meal before the banquet king and queen are named. This year's king and queen were Hunter Drake and Nicole Wittmer.

  • Sarasota
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Prom queen Jaclyn Falconetti and prom king Alex Auchey had a slow dance after being announced.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • May 5, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Riverview High School Prom

Riverview seniors checked off on one of life's milestones Saturday, May 5 by attending prom at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Riverview High School held their prom at the Hyatt Regency Hotel for the first time since the ballroom could accommodate the 582 tickets sold. The theme was A Victorian Masquerade and Jaclyn Falconetti was announced prom queen and Alex Auchey prom king.

  • Sarasota
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Gary and Jennifer Contessa, Mari Zevin, and Kathie and Lee Pokoik
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • May 4, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Sarasota Yacht Club Kentucky Derby Party

The Sarasota Yacht Club held their 3rd Annual Kentucky Derby Party Saturday, May 4 to benefit scholarships for the study of Marine Sciences, Marine Engineering and Seamanship and to watch the 139th Kentucky Derby. Approximately 180 guests enjoyed mint juleps, derby appetizers, buffet, desserts, raffles and races. Women wore a variety of creative large hats and men wore colorful suits for the occasion.

  • Sarasota
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