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Harriet Sokmensuer
March 17, 2014

Saraosota YPG hosts free TEDxManasota Live viewing party

The Young Professionals Group has teamed up with the city of Sarasota Parking Division, Sarasota Downtown Merchants Association and other Sarasota organizations to make the free simulcast possible Tuesday, March 18.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
March 17, 2014

ODA baseball sweeps Cardinal Mooney

The Out-of-Door Academy baseball team completed a regular-season sweep of rival Cardinal Mooney with a 5-2 victory in Class 3A-District 10 action March 15.

East County
Sports

Nolan Peterson
March 17, 2014

Severe thunderstorms forecasted today

The National Weather Service is predicting a line of thunderstorms will move through the area today; isolated tornadoes and heavy rain are possible.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 16, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Sister Cities Association of Sarasota Gala

The Sister Cities Association of Sarasota (SCAS) held its fourth annual One World Gala Sunday, March 16 at Michael's On East. The event honored Linda Rosenbluth and Embracing Our Differences for their involvement with the association and community. Members and guests celebrated the association's 51st anniversary with a dinner program including pianist Guilia Vazzoler from sister city Treviso, Italy.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 16, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Half Marathon

Runners from around the country hit the pavement early Sunday morning for the ninth annual Sarasota Half Marathon. More than 4,500 runners ran over Ringling Bridge and up North Tamiami Trail while onlookers lined the streets cheering. Defending champion, Evan DeHart, came in first place while Sara Petrick defended her title as fastest woman for the second year in a row.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 15, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Firefighters Rib Cook-Off

Hundreds of barbecue-lovers flocked to Phillippi Creek Park for the annual Firefighters Rib Cook-Off Saturday, March 15. Families enjoyed live music, cold drinks and plenty of hot ribs. Proceeds from the event benefit the Firefighters Benevolent Fund.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 14, 2014

WEEKEND BEST BET: Firefighters Rib Cook-Off

Taste eight homemade recipes while raising money for the Sarasota Firefighters Benevolent Fund Saturday, March 15.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
March 14, 2014

Homelessness plan comes into focus

The Sarasota County Commission will receive an update from County Administrator Tom Harmer on the area's homelessness plan Tuesday.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 14, 2014

Riverview High School Kiltie Band to perform in New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade

More than 150 members of the Kiltie band will march a 1.5-mile stretch up Fifth Avenue, alongside Central Park and to St. Patrick's Cathedral at 79th Street Monday, March 17.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
March 13, 2014

Surf's up

A cold front kicked up a chest-high swell along Florida's Suncoast Thursday, much to the delight of surfers at Lido Beach.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: St. Michael's Women Guild Fashion Show

St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church's Women Guild held its annual Fashion Show Thursday, March 13. The luncheon's theme was 'Butterflies are Free' with fashions supplied by Dillards.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Alex Mahadevan
March 13, 2014

VIDEO: Aerial yoga takes flight

Although most yoga participants have found peace on the floor, many yoga-lovers and newcomers are taking their love for yoga to new heights.

East County
News

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

SRQVolunteen Now Enrolling

SRQVolunteen is a six-week long program for middle school students interested in giving back to their community.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

Shine bright like a diamond

Ten-year-old Montserat Vasquez can now add jewelry designer to her list of hobbies.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

Floral engagement

The Ikebana International Sarasota Chapter held its 46th annual exhibition Feb. 22 and Feb. 23, at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

Cheers!

Darwin's on 4th's brewery, Darwin Brewing Co., earned a silver medal in the Best Florida Beers porter category for its Charapa Spiced Porter at Tampa Bay Beer Week March 1 through March 9.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
March 13, 2014

Return to her roots

Emmy-winning anchor and Riverview graduate Sharyl Attkisson will return to Sarasota this month to make her first public appearance after announcing her decision to leave CBS.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
March 13, 2014

Traffic spurs noise complaints

Residents of Wellington Chase, a neighborhood within Palmer Ranch, want the county to install sound walls along Honore.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
March 13, 2014

Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

Observer Staff
March 13, 2014

News Briefs

Boaters' Coalition says no to Big Pass dredge; Sarasota Police Foundation searches for board; Sheriff's Office braces for spring breakers

Sarasota
News

David Conway
March 13, 2014

Committee recommends long-term CRA extension

As commissioners consider the future of the city's Downtown Community Redevelopment Agency, an advisory committee will recommend a 30-year extension - with some changes.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
March 13, 2014

Our view

The key to a cultural park

Sarasota
Opinion

Observer Staff
March 13, 2014

Letters to the Editor

The Observer's readers weigh in on local issues.

Sarasota
Opinion

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

Pineapple Antiques Show returns for 38th year

The Rotary Club of Sarasota Sunrise will host the 38th annual Pineapple Antiques Show Friday, March 21, to Sunday, March 23.

Sarasota
News

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

Garden tour offers escape to paradise

The Sarasota Garden Club invites members and nonmembers to explore five unique, private Sarasota gardens at the club's inaugural Gardens in Paradise tour Saturday, March 15.

Sarasota
News

Jen Blanco
March 13, 2014

Going the distance

Sarasota High runners Emily Harding and Angelina Grebe are seeking to continue their cross-country success on the track this season.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
March 13, 2014

High five moments of the week

The top five sports moments of the week.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
March 13, 2014

Sidelines

Booker boys tennis improves to 7-0; Mooney blanks Admiral Farragut; Sarasota Christian scores district win; ODA boys lacrosse picks up district win

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
March 13, 2014

Just the Stats

The week in sports by the numbers.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
March 13, 2014

Your Neighbor: Fred Nagel

Glenridge resident Fred Nagel built model ships for more than 40 years.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
March 13, 2014

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