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Harriet Sokmensuer
August 18, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY:First day of school at Bay Haven

Families across Sarasota County started their morning early with the first day of school Monday, Aug. 18. At Bay Haven School of Basics Plus, Principal Erickson greeted students before they headed in to their new classrooms. "I'm pretty excited," said Luis Lopez outside the elementary school.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
August 18, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY:First day of school at Phillippi Shores Elementary

Students start the first day of classes Monday, Aug. 18, at Phillippi Shores Elementary School.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
August 15, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Sol Carson celebrates 100th birthday

Sarasota resident Sol Carson celebrated his 100th birthday Friday, Aug. 15, at the Jewish Family and Children's Services of Sarasota, Inc. The birthday party included a cake, singing and family. Carson, a South Philadelphia native, lives in Sarasota with his son, Charles. He served in the Army Air Force in World War II and has been part of the JFCS Senior Outreach Services Program for eight years. While eating his chocolate cake, one of his favorite flavors, Carson shared his secret to living so long: "Live life fully."

Sarasota
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Heather Merriman Saba
August 15, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Kiwanis Club Meeting

U.S. Congressman Vern Buchanan spoke at Sarasota Kiwanis Club's meeting Friday, Aug. 15, at Florida Studio Theatre.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
August 14, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: League of Women Voters "Meet Your Candidates"

The League of Women Voters of Sarasota County held its second "Meet Your Candidates" Thursday, Aug. 14, at Selby Library. Attendees met with County Commission, School Board and Hospital Board candidates. The organization hosted a meet and greet in North Port last week for residents. "It puts a face on candidates," says attendee Gerry Swormstedt.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Alex Mahadevan
August 14, 2014

Sarasota: the 'sexiest small city in America'

Real estate blog Movoto ranked Sarasota No. 1 on its list of the 10 'sexiest small cities in America,' which also includes Bradenton two spots below.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
August 14, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: AJC Summer Lunch and Learn Luncheon

The American Jewish Committee West Coast Region held its monthly Summer Lunch & Learn Series Thursday, Aug. 14, at Michael's On East. Rabbi Noam Marans, AJC director of Interreligious and Intergroup Relations, was guest speaker. Marans discussed the future of Muslim-Jewish relationships.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
August 14, 2014

Every dog has its day

Consulate Health Care of Sarasota's beloved service dog, Danielle, retires after providing five years of therapy to the residents and patients at Consulate.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
August 14, 2014

Run to Remember raises $13,000

Pines of Sarasota's 'Run to Remember' raised $13,000 for its Memory Care Unit.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
August 14, 2014

Sidelines

Junior players place in all-star showcase; Local golfers tee off in FSGA championship; Miracle League seeks players; Ohio State alumni to hold tailgate party

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
August 14, 2014

Weather: Sarasota

Kimberly Probus submitted this photo of a rainbow sunset, taken at a Siesta Key Beach Run.

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
August 13, 2014

Top-Notch Talent

Travel baseball and softball teams have become the norm in recent years for up-and-coming athletes with college and professional aspirations.

East County
Sports

Heather Merriman Saba
August 11, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Bath & Racquet Tennis Camp

Kids hit the courts at Bath & Racquet Monday, Aug. 11, for the last week of summer tennis camp.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
August 9, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Scallopalooza

Guests gathered at Sarasota Yacht Club Saturday, Aug. 9, for Sarasota Bay Watch's 4th annual fundraiser for community based scallop restoration, Scallopalooza.

Sarasota
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Heather Merriman Saba
August 9, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Democratic Club of Sarasota Luncheon

The Democratic Club of Sarasota hosted a luncheon Saturday, Aug. 9, at Marina Jack. Author Claire Connor and candidate Ray Porter spoke at the event.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
August 8, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Republican Candidate Open House

Guests had the opportunity to meet more than 30 candidates at the Republican Candidate Open House Thursday, Aug. 8, at Sahib Shrine Temple.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
August 8, 2014

Wonderful weekend

The Covenant Life Church of Palmer Ranch hosted its Day of Hope outreach event July 26.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
August 7, 2014

Sundae Sundays

To beat the summer heat, the Siesta Key Chapel's Men's Fellowship hosted an ice cream social Sunday, in the chapel's Fellowship Hall.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
August 7, 2014

Back-to-back Champ

Ten-year-old Nikki Yanez won a pair of tennis titles last month after only having played the sport for two years.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
August 7, 2014

Sarasota Slugfest

The Cal Ripken 10U All-Star team will compete in the Cal Ripken World Series Aug. 9 through Aug. 16, in Virginia.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
August 7, 2014

Sidelines

GSJGA players close out the summer season; Florida Burn Pennant team finishes third; Coastline Volleyball Club registration begins

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
August 7, 2014

Camp Spotlight: Red Tiger Taekwondo Summer Camp

Red Tiger Martial Arts continued its weekly taekwondo and martial arts summer camp last week.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
August 7, 2014

Business Observer

Annette Rogers joins forces with Cheryl Loeffler; Former Johnson & Johnson exec appointed to board; New development company breaks ground in Sarasota; Michael Saunders Realtor receives CRS designation

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
August 7, 2014

Weather: Sarasota

Alison Maddex submitted this photo, taken during a morning rain shower on Siesta Key.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
August 6, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: National Night Out Against Crime at Gillespie Park

Sarasota Police Department and Gillespie Park came together to fight crime Tuesday, Aug. 5, by hosting the 31st annual National Night Out Against Crime event at Gillespie Park.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Robin Hartill
August 6, 2014

Luxurious Life

Beach pavilions, infinity pools, tennis courts - they're just a few of the features you'll find in the region's top listings.

East County
Real Estate

Harriet Sokmensuer
August 2, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Back-to-School Backpack Brigade

The Tiny Hand Foundation and other Sarasota charities hosted a Back-to-School Backpack Brigade Saturday, August 2, at the Boys and Girls Club. Hundreds of volunteers helped back backpacks and organizing supplies. The volunteers filled more than 1,500 backpacks with school supplies that will be given away to area children in need. 'I feel really happy,' said Savannah Loukota as she handed out notebooks.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
August 2, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: SMA Prep Ceremonial First Flag Raising Ceremony

Future SMA families and teachers came together for the Ceremonial First Flag-Raising and School-Warming Celebration Saturday, August 2, at SMA Preparatory Middle School. The flag-raising took place in the school's courtyard and was followed by the introduction of SMA Prep's Head of School Philip Eddy. The middle school was completed this summer and will open for class later this month. 'This day is a momentous and historic in Sarasota,' said Head of School Phil Eddy.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
July 31, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Designing Women Boutique Salon Series Luncheon

Ringling College of Art and Design's President Dr. Larry Thompson spoke at Designing Women Boutique's Summer Salon Series Luncheon Thursday, July 31, at Designing Women Boutique.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
July 31, 2014

Painting Power

Painting with a Twist-Sarasota hosted its fifth annual fundraising event for the Vera Bradley Breast Cancer Foundation Monday.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
July 31, 2014

Volunteers needed

The Tiny Hands Foundation is looking for volunteers for this weekend's Backpack Brigade event Saturday, Aug. 2, at the Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
July 31, 2014

Weather: Sarasota

Nickolaus Mack submitted this photo, taken on Siesta Key Beach, of a mutlicolored sunset.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
July 31, 2014

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