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Even the snacks matched the magical theme. Instead of carrots, guests were offered Olaf' s noses and Sven' s antlers instead of pretzels.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 24, 2017
Temple Emanu-El puts on a show

Temple Emanu-El invited attendees to celebrate the end of Shabbat with a showing of Disney's Frozen.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Minton and Sandra Tinsley
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  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 24, 2017
Kiwanis Club receives record donation

Sarasota resident leaves record setting gift to the Sarasota Kiwanis Club.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 23, 2017
Dick Cheney speaks at Van Wezel Performing Arts Center

The former vice president kicked off this year’s Ringling College Library Association Town Hall Lecture Series.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 23, 2017
Ringling College Library Association presents Dick Cheney

Vice President Dick Cheney weighs in on the Trump transition and the future of the Republican Party.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The automated vehicle uses radar, lasers and GPS to stay on course and make adjustments for obstacles and other variables.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 23, 2017
Automated vehicle makes debut in Sarasota

An international transit company showcased its newest offerings at The Mall at UTC.

  • East County
  • News
“Do you want to build a snowman?” kits were set out for the children as they arrived at the event.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 23, 2017
Temple Sinai hosts magical movie night

Temple Sinai invites guests to let it go during Frozen movie night.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 22, 2017
Seafood, music and more bring residents to Five Points Park

The Sarasota Seafood & Music Festival filled Five Points Park with art, music and seafood.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 21, 2017
Women’s March defies expectations

Thousands of people march across the Ringling Bridge during the Women’s Solidarity March.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota sports roundup: 01.21.17
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 21, 2017
Sarasota sports roundup: 01.21.17

Sarasota sports roundup: 01.21.17

  • Sarasota
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Lee Peterson
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 20, 2017
The many faces of Lee Peterson

Wife, mother, performer, hostess, philanthropist and friend passes away at the age of 90 after a shining life, well-lived.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Rocky Aker is pictured with his two youngest children, Wyatt, left, and Alexis, right. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 20, 2017
Friends, family remember Rocky Aker

A 'Celebration of Life' service is scheduled for Jan. 21 in Sarasota.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota sports roundup: 01.20.17
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 20, 2017
Sarasota sports roundup: 01.20.17

Sarasota sports roundup: 01.20.17

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 19, 2017
Visit Sarasota County goes beyond the beach with new ad campaign

Visit Sarasota County revealed its new brand campaign on Jan. 18 at Michaels on the Bay.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 19, 2017
Garden Club showcases fashion through the decades

The Sarasota Garden club kicked off their 90th anniversary by paying homage to the decade they were founded — the roaring '20s.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • January 19, 2017
Design in nature

A classic Sarasota home defines the Oyster Bay lifestyle.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
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