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Tea House. (Photos by Harriet Sokmensuer)
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • April 3, 2014
Steeped in Sarasota

Sarasota may be known as a vacation spot for many Northerners, but what about those looking for a quick break from their hectic day? We found that Sarasota is steeped in teahouse tradition - relaxation and rejuvenation are merely a cup away.

  • Sarasota
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The classroom was divided into four operating tables. (Photos by Harriet Sokmensuer)
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • April 3, 2014
Southside students put their grammar skills to the test

Southside Elementary School fourth-grade teacher Taunya Fogleman transformed her classroom into an operating room March 25.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • April 3, 2014
School Board

The latest news and achievements in Sarasota schools.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Carol Woods and Sue Bridgman sit in Bridgman's backyard, where Buster used to sneak into. (Photo by Harriet Sokmensuer)
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • April 3, 2014
YOUR NEIGHBORS: Carol Woods and Sue Bridgman

Sue Bridgman and Carol Woods co-wrote 'How Buster Got Lucky" about their neighborhood dog.

  • Sarasota
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Courtesy photos Donald McGayhey, Kay Coon, Patti Tebo, Jim Soda, Donna Soda, Mark Coon, Stacy Haas-Goodwin and Carrie Lamb
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • April 3, 2014
Business Observer

Camp Better America nominated for top honor; Soda Group joins Premier Sotheby's; Eurotech Cabinetry featured in publication

  • Sarasota
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This home at 3953 Red Rock Way has four bedrooms, four baths, one half-bath, a pool and 3,908 square feet of living area. It sold for $1,425,000. (Harriet Sokmensuer)
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • April 3, 2014
Home in Red Rock Terrace sells for $1,425,000

A home in Red Rock Terrace tops all transactions in this week's real estate.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Patricia Orzechowski submitted this sunrise photo of mist reflecting off a pond in Nokomis.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • April 3, 2014
Weather: Sarasota

Patricia Orzechowski submitted this sunrise photo of mist reflecting off a pond in Nokomis.

  • Sarasota
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Eduardo Anaya and Jaymie Klauber
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • April 2, 2014
Pique Nique Sur la Baie

Pique Nique Sur la Baie

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • April 2, 2014
Shelter compromise draws mixed reactions

In a bid to resolve an ongoing dispute through a compromise solution, the Sarasota city and commissions added a third site to the list of possible locations for a downtown Sarasota homeless shelter.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • April 2, 2014
Sarasota-Bradenton airport aces FAA inspection

For the ninth year in a row, the airport received zero discrepancies on a key annual FAA inspection.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Carmen Ramsay, Linda Prenosil, Beth Vandroff and club President Carolyn Kofler.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • April 2, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Kiwanis Club Gala kickoff luncheon

Members of the Siesta Key Kiwanis Club met for its gala fundraising kickoff luncheon Wednesday, April 2, at Cafe Bacci. Members wore tropical themed attire to get in the spirit of the gala's theme 'tropical nights in paradise.' Members also enjoyed 'cheeseburgers in paradise' and margaritas for lunch while listening to Jimmy Buffet songs. The gala will be held at the Sarasota Yacht Club on Saturday, May 31.

  • Sarasota
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On busy days, cars crowd North Shell Road, making it difficult for residents to enter and leave their driveways. (File photo)
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • April 2, 2014
County staff outline Shell Road parking options

Sarasota County staff recommend spending roughly $30,000 to create 17 parking spaces - and hopefully temper "acts of public indecency" - on the north Siesta Key road.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The current boundaries of the downtown CRA, which is set to expire in 2016.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 2, 2014
County, city ponder future of CRA

Some commissioners have taken a position on whether the downtown Community Redevelopment Area should be extended, but both commissions are waiting to make an official decision.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kimmy Comito tallied six goals and three assists in ODA's 15-7 victory over Cardinal Mooney April 1.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • April 2, 2014
ODA breezes to district win

The Out-of-Door Academy girls lacrosse team defeated Cardinal Mooney 15-7 in district action April 1.

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  • Observer Staff
  • April 2, 2014
Feline named for Observer

The animals seized Feb. 5 from Napiers Log Cabin Horse and Animal Sanctuary are available for adoption and they're finding new homes.

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