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Daniel Smith presents Gilles Canesse a gold medal for winning the Southeast Regional men’s singles competition.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 30, 2013
Qualifying Round

The Sarasota Club de Petanque will host the 2013 FPUSA National Men's Triples Championship and World Championship Qualification Tournament Nov. 2 and Nov. 3.

  • East County
  • Sports
An aerial view of John Ringling’s Ritz-Carlton Hotel in 1952.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • October 30, 2013
The Ghost Hotel

John Ringling's Ritz-Carlton hotel stood vacant on the Key for more than 30 years, leading many locals to call it 'the Ghost Hotel.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Suzanne Horner
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • October 30, 2013
The Good News: Jeaneen Hall & Suzanne Horner

Jeaneen Hall & Suzanne Horn are volunteers at Historic Spanish Point. Read more about them and watch a video in this week's Good News.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Ryan Lochte hangs out with the Sharks and talks to them about what it takes to be a champion swimmer.
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • October 28, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Ryan Lochte visits the Sharks

Olympic gold medalist Ryan Lochte visited the National Champion Sarasota Sharks swim team Thursday, Oct. 24, at Evelyn Sadlier Jones YMCA Selby Aquatics Center.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Developer Michael Adams, architect Guy Peterson and developer Jonathan McCague present the new luxury condominiums.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • October 25, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Discovering Aqua Luxury Condominiums

Community members listened to a presentation Thursday, Oct. 25, at State of the Arts Gallery about the upcoming luxury condominium, Aqua. Developers Michael Adams and Jonathan McCague discussed the new ultra - luxury development and architect Guy Peterson discussed their design.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Melissa and Brian Precourt and their daughter Gwendolyn, 5, get ready to sample a Blue Rooster pulled pork slider.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • October 25, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Taste of SOMA

Community members sampled food from 20 area restaurants Thursday, Oct. 24, at the Taste of SOMA, A South of Main Street Tasting and Awareness Event for The Child Protection Center. Lisa Ridings and Vertigo performed live soul music. Community members donated to the organization and enrolled in a raffle after taking a tour of the facilities.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 24, 2013
Wedding bells

Jennifer Greaves, daughter of Jim and Sheri Greaves, married Jeff Zych, son of Jeffrey and Sandra Zych, at sunset Aug. 3, on Siesta Beach.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 24, 2013
Going for the gold

Travis Taafe, 17, competed in the 49th Head of the Charles Regatta Oct. 19 and Oct. 20.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Brooke Lee and Kimora Lewis
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • October 24, 2013
Girls Inc. plants the seeds of new nutrition garden

Girls Inc. of Sarasota celebrated its new vegetable garden with a ribbon cutting Monday, Oct. 21.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Kadi Pallastrone
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 24, 2013
High 5

The top five moments in sports this week.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Cardinal Mooney High sophomore outside hitter Keri McMahon has aspirations of playing college volleyball and being in the CIA. Inset: McMahon serves the ball,top, and celebrates a point during the Cougars 3-0 victory over Bradenton Christian Oct. 22.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 24, 2013
Familiar bond

Cardinal Mooney High sophomore outside hitter Keri McMahon has developed into one of the leaders on the volleyball team.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 24, 2013
Just the Stats

This week in sports by the numbers.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Richie James
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 24, 2013
Sidelines

Blazers win regional title; Sarasota Christian notches a win; Sailors keep playoff hopes alive

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
T. Guy Spencer submitted this photo of a bald eagle at sunrise, taken in Palmer Ranch.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 24, 2013
Weather: Sarasota

T. Guy Spencer submitted this photo of a bald eagle at sunrise, taken in Palmer Ranch.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Kathleen McDonald. Photo by Nick Friedman.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • October 23, 2013
The Good News: Kathleen McDonald

Kathleen McDonald is a philanthropist and the former president of Art Center Sarasota. Learn more about her in this week's Good News feature.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Demardre Patterson
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 23, 2013
Athlete of the Week: Demardre Patterson

Cardinal Mooney High School senior running back Demardre Patterson rushed for 148 yards and four touchdowns to lead the Cougars Oct. 18 to a 62-0 Class 3A-District 6 victory over rival The Out-of-Door Academy.

  • East County
  • Sports
YPG members Jason Chachula and Frank Maggio
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • October 23, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Sarasota Young Professionals chat with Mayor Shannon Snyder

Mayor Shannon Snyder met with young professionals, students and Community Youth Development Wednesday, Oct. 23, at New College to discuss future plans and participate in an intimate conversation with young adults. The goal of the event was to cultivate active and informed citizens in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jean Lolli and Debby Johnson were recognized for their years of service at Forty Carrots.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • October 23, 2013
Forty Carrots celebrates 20 years

Forty Carrots Family Center celebrated their 20th Anniversary Wednesday, Oct. 23.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Edith Barr-Dunn and Dora Walters
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 23, 2013
93 and counting

Edith Barr-Dunn celebrated her 93rd birthday Sunday, Oct. 20.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Susie Lee and Cooper
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • October 22, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Stoneybrook Halloween Dog Parade

Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club held their annual Halloween Dog Parade, Monday Oc. 21. Residents and their furry friends dressed in their best costumes to walk along the country club grounds and win the costume competition. All proceeds benefited the Sarasota County Sheriff's Animal Services.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Patrick O'Connor, Matt Strube and Mike D'Angelo from Boca Grande said their secret ingredient was island love.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • October 20, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Firehouse Chili Cook-Off

Sarasota County firehouses battled it out for Sarasota's best chili in the 14th Annual Firehouse Chili Cook-Off, Sunday Oct. 20. The cook-off was held in front of Morton's Gourmet Market on Osprey Ave. and had over a dozen stations competing. Stations got creative with both their chili and booths.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Charisse May, Joann Hutchinson and Sara Kasten
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • October 20, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

Survivors and supporters gathered at Sarasota Polo Club Saturday, Oct. 19, for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sotheby the guide dog
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 17, 2013
Sotheby starts his training

Premier Sotheby's International Realty is sponsoring a Southeastern Guide Dog puppy named Sotheby.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sue and Lou Allen
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 17, 2013
Couple celebrates 65th anniversary

Lou and Sue Allen are celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary with the Sarasota Orchestra.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 17, 2013
Send us your announcements!

The Observer is seeking submissions for its announcements section, Occasions.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • October 17, 2013
Sarasota Bay Water Festival seeks submissions for photo contest

The Sarasota Bay Water Festival has announced the 'I Love Sarasota Bay' photo contest returns this fall with the theme, 'Celebrating the Beauty and Importance of Sarasota Bay.'

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Alexander Katz, left
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 17, 2013
High 5

The top five moments in high school sports this week.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
With his parents Monica and Joe Sweeney looking on, Kevin, 12, began his third season playing TOPSoccer at the end of September with his older brother Tom, 14, serving as his buddy.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 17, 2013
Just for Kicks

Twelve-year-old Kevin Sweeney began playing soccer for the Braden River Soccer Club's TOPSoccer program last fall.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 17, 2013
Just the Stats

This week in sports by the numbers.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Zack Summerall is this week's standout player.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 17, 2013
Sidelines

Sarasota Christian nets win; Cougars win on the road; Lady Thunder sweeps Lady Tornadoes; Rams hold on for win

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Deja Moore submitted this sunset photo, taken on Siesta Key.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 17, 2013
Weather

Deja Moore submitted this sunset photo, taken on Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
East County residents catch up on their Observer news while sightseeing at Stonehenge in the English countryside.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 17, 2013
Vote now for your favorite "It's Read Everywhere" photo!

Voting is now live for the Observer's "It's Read Everywhere" photo contest.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Rick Smith talks to the audience about his father, the book and the impact it has had on people.
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • October 16, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Reception for Rick Smith and A Land Remembered

The Library Foundation and Conservation Foundation hosts a reception honoring Rick Smith Wednesday, Oct. 16, at Bay Preserve.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Alisa Pettingell
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • October 16, 2013
The Good News: Alisa Pettingell

Alisa Pettingell is a philanthropist and Gulf Coast Community Foundation supporter. Read more about her and watch a video in this week's Good News.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
The 6.5 mile paddle board race begins.
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • October 12, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota SUP Race Series

The Sarasota Sailing Squadron hosted the third race of the 1st annual Sarasota SUP Race Series Saturday, Oct. 12.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Runners race off the start line at Phillippi Shores 7K.
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • October 12, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Phillippi 7K and 1 mile Fun Run

Runners gathered at Phillippi Shores Elementary School Saturday, Oct. 12, for the 7K and 1 mile Fun Run.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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