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Joy Mahler and Gina Taylor of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast
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  • Nick Friedman
  • November 6, 2013
The Good News: Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast is seeking good role models in its 100 Real Men Mentor campaign. Read more about it and watch a video in this week's Good News.

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Courtesy photo. Dr. John Ratey, professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, will speak on “How Exercise Optimizes Brain Function and Performance” next week in Sarasota.
    By
  • Molly Schechter
  • November 6, 2013
Aerobic grandma: Can exercise protect your brain from aging?

Although long known to benefit your body, exercise may also protect and rejuvinate your mind, research suggests.

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City Commissioner Suzanne Atwell with JoAnne DeVries
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 5, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Tiger Bay Club dinner banquet

The Sarasota Tiger Bay Club welcomed guest speaker Michael Smerconish to dinner, Tuesday Nov. 5. Smerconish discussed current events and American politics at the Tiger Bay Club's dinner banquet held at Michael's on East.

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Another candidate jumps into the Sarasota County Commission race
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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 5, 2013
Daily Headlines: Nov. 5, 2013

Today's stories: Another candidate jumps into the Sarasota County Commission race; Two Longboat Key properties sell for $6 million each; Sarasota City Commission to extend homeless outreach program; and MORE!

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The Central and South American inspired-rainforest includes more than 1,000 plants.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 5, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Selby Gardens' Rainforest Garden

Selby Gardens previewed the Ann Goldstein Children's Rainforest Garden, Tuesday, Nov. 5. Families from Selby's Little Sprouts program were invited to explore the recently finished rainforest before its grand opening. The garden provides an opportunity for families to connect with nature in a fun, safe environment. The garden will be open to the public Saturday, Nov. 9.

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Siesta Key resident Lourdes Ramirez has filed to run for the Sarasota County Commission in 2014.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 5, 2013
Ramirez to run for Sarasota County Commission

CONA President Lourdes Ramirez has filed to run for the District 4 seat on the Sarasota County Commission.

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Jack Alogna and Beth Cotner
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 4, 2013
Starry Night Dinner 1, highlighting the production of Show Boat

Starry Night Dinner 1, highlighting the production of Show Boat

  • Black Tie
Co-chairs Chuck and Margie Barancik, co-chairs David and Edie Chaifetz, honoree Teri Hansen, AJC West Coast Florida Chapter Executive Director Brian Lipton and co-chairs Stacy and Ben Hanan
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 4, 2013
AJC Sponsor Kick-Off

AJC Sponsor Kick-Off

  • Black Tie
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 4, 2013
City Commission to extend Street Team program

The Street Team program, a collaborative homeless outreach effort between the city and the Salvation Army, received broad support from the commission for its success.

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    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • November 4, 2013
BCC set to discuss lawsuits, Ed Smith lighting

The Sarasota Board of County Commissioners (BCC) will meet in Venice on Tuesday to discuss issues ranging from public works improvements to financial planning.

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The Longboat Key Town Commission considers planning policies this afternoon.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 4, 2013
Daily Headlines: Nov. 4, 2013

Man stabbed near Siesta Key north bridge; Sarasota Coalition of City Neighborhood Associations asks for oversight of school board levy; Longboat Key Town Commission to consider Urban Land Institute recommendations; and MORE!

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Sarasota Police arrested 55-year-old David Christner Saturday, Nov. 2, for aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 4, 2013
Man stabbed with ice pick during parking scuffle

The victim, found at the middle of the Siesta Key north bridge, required a blood transfusion.

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The Sarasota Bay Water Festival took over Ken Thompson park, Saturday Nov. 2.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 4, 2013
MONDAY EVENT MASHUP: Sarasota Bay Water Festival

Sarasota Bay Water Festival; Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce's SandFest; Polo Grill 2.0 Relaunch Party; and MORE!

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Ron and John Gricius check out the 1970 Mercedes Benz 280 SL
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 3, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Southside Village SECA Car Show

Car lovers came out for The Southside Village SECA Car Show Sunday, November 3. Over 150 sports, exotic, classic, and antique cars were on display for the public. Many reminisced, while some just enjoyed the collection of colorful cars. All proceeds benefited The Life of Riley Foundation.

  • Sarasota
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Chris Lusk and Pamela Hahlbeck enjoy their soups
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 3, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Bowls of Hope

Locals had soup and bread for lunch at the Bowls of Hope Sunday, November 3. Guests were able to choose three soups out of 42 made by local restaurants. Ceramic bowls created by local artists and school children were available for guests to take home. All proceeds benefited the All Faiths Food Bank.

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