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Observer Staff
July 11, 2013

Illuminated alumna

New College alumna and internet law expert Jennifer Granick recently co-wrote op-ed columns in The New York Times and The Atlantic arguing that the National Security Agency's mass surveillance of phone calls, emails and other online communications is illegal.

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Observer Staff
July 11, 2013

Puppy parade

The Sarasota Downtown Merchants Association is putting on a doggy parade Saturday, July 20. Fashionable pups can win prizes for best dressed.

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Observer Staff
July 11, 2013

Friendly fishing

Morgan Leslie caught a shark and eight other fish July 2, at Suncoast Charities for Children's Friendliest Catch Outing. The event was part of the 29th annual Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival.

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Yaryna Klimchak
July 11, 2013

Moments in time

Getting to Siesta Key Beach in mid-July 1976 was as difficult as it is today during season.

Siesta Key
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Nick Friedman
July 11, 2013

Hello Muddah, Hello Fadduh, here I am at: Sarasota Jungle Gardens Zoo Camp

Nature enthusiasts learned all about different types of reptiles and other animals Monday, July 8, at the Sarasota Jungle Gardens Zoo Camp.

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Observer Staff
July 11, 2013

Weather photo: Sarasota

Jay Kaufman submitted this sunset photo, taken on Siesta Key over Memorial Day weekend.

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Yaryna Klimchak
July 10, 2013

New College of Florida receives high marks in publication

Fiske Guide named New College as a 'Best Buy' college, one of 41 in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

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Yaryna Klimchak
July 10, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : K-9 Rescue Dog Visit and Storytime

Children learned about Sarasota K-9 Search and Rescue Wednesday, July 10, at Selby Public Library as part of the summer children's programs. Team Leader of Sarasota K-9 Search & Rescue and co-founder of the organization Pat Abrams brought in her 3-year old search and rescue German shepherd Ana and a 17-week old pup in training Kaleb. Abrams also read a book from her series 'Noah and the Search Dogs.' Children learned what these heroic dogs do and fed them treats. They also made a dog yarn craft.

Sarasota
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Yaryna Klimchak
July 9, 2013

Kitten sale extended through July

More than 200 kittens have been rescued since May and Cat Depot wants to keep the momentum going.

Sarasota
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Alex Mahadevan
July 8, 2013

Emergency workers rescue duckling on U.S. 41

City of Sarasota emergency personnel saved a duckling that fell into a storm drain Sunday, July 7, near Sarasota Memorial Hospital.

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Yaryna Klimchak
July 5, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : Parade of Boats Part 3

Spectators watched dozens of boats pass them Friday, July 5, at the 29th Annual Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival Parade of Boats in honor of Wallenda.

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Yaryna Klimchak
July 5, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : Parade of Boats Part 2

Sarasotans welcomed home Nik Wallenda and watched grand prix boats pass by Friday, July 5, on Main Street at the 29th Annual Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival Parade of Boats in honor of Wallenda.

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Yaryna Klimchak
July 5, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : 29th Annual Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival Parade of Boats in honor of Wallenda

Thousands of people lined the streets of Main Street Friday, July 5 to watch the 29th Annual Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival Parade of Boats in honor of Nik Wallenda despite the rain. Children collected beads and watched the humongous race boats pass them by.

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Observer Staff
July 5, 2013

WEEKEND BEST BET: Suncoast Grand Prix Festival

The Fourth of July weekend festivities continue with a jam-packed schedule of events for the 29th annual Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix festival.

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Observer Staff
July 5, 2013

Nik Wallenda Welcome Home Parade set for tonight

Sarasota welcomes home Nik Wallenda with a parade prior to the Suncoast Offshore Super Boat Grand Prix parade of boats tonight.

Sarasota
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Alex Mahadevan
July 5, 2013

FRIDAY FIVE: Fun ways to find serenity this weekend

Celebrate your freedom from the frenzy of the Fourth of July with these serene settings.

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Mallory Gnaegy
July 5, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Selby Gardens Tropical Fourth

Marie Selby Gardens' lawn was filled with red, white and blue sprouts of an energetic and patriotic variety at Tropical Fourth of July Celebration. Underneath the banyans children balanced on can stilts, drew with sidewalk chalk and played garden-themed lawn games.

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Yaryna Klimchak
July 4, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Fireworks Spectacular at Bayfront Park

Thousands of people enjoyed the annual Fireworks Spectacular Thursday, July 4, at Bayfront Park. The grass was packed with people and Zambelli Fireworks put on the show. Zambelli Fireworks also does the fireworks at the Statue of Liberty in New York.

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Nick Friedman
July 4, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Independence Day Regatta

Sarasota Sailing Squadron hosted an Independence Day Regatta Thursday, July 4. Participants sailed in the race before enjoying barbecue and family activities.

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Yaryna Klimchak
July 4, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : Freedom Fest Part 3

Children played games and showed of their patriotism Thursday, July 4, at Freedom Fest.

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Yaryna Klimchak
July 4, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY Freedom Fest Part 2

Children rode on their decorated bikes and wagons Thursday, July 4, at Freedom Fest. See more photographs.

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Yaryna Klimchak
July 4, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : Freedom Fest

Families and community members celebrated Thursday, July 4, at Bicentennial Park for the Longboat Key Freedom Fest with a parade and children's games. The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce and Longboat Observer were sponsors of Freedom Fest.

Longboat Key
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Nick Friedman
July 3, 2013

Children's World named charity giveaway store

Children's World is asking the community to help distribute toys to charity.

Sarasota
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Yaryna Klimchak
July 3, 2013

Preparing for Fourth of July: weather, tips, and parking

Find out where to park, the weather forecast and safety tips for a fun-filled Fourth of July holiday.

Siesta Key
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Yaryna Klimchak
July 3, 2013

Building wings of experience

Sarasota teens with the Young Eagles Program and Experimental Aircraft Association members are building an RV-12 out of an airplane kit.

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By Randi Donahue
July 3, 2013

Moments in time

Before there were Suncoast Offshore Super Boat Grand Prix events to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday week in Sarasota, there were the Land 'n' Sea Freedom Races on Siesta Key Beach.

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Jen Blanco
July 3, 2013

Athlete of the Week: Kylie Warner

Sarasota High senior point guard Kylie Warner scored 11 points to lead the Navy team to a 79-73 come-from-behind victory over the White team in the FABC Futures Shootout June 17, at Berkeley Preparatory School.

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Yaryna Klimchak
July 3, 2013

Camp Spotlight: CIRCUS SARASOTA Camp

Campers learned circus tricks on a triple trapeze, ladder, globes, tumbling, hammock and the web June 10 to June 26, at Circus Sarasota Circus Camp.

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Observer Staff
July 3, 2013

Weather Photo: Sarasota 07/03/13

Richard Chen submitted this photo, taken recently on a foggy, wet morning in Village Walk on Palmer Ranch.

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Yaryna Klimchak
July 2, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : The Friendliest Catch Outing for the Physically and Mentally Challenged

Excited children and adults fished Tuesday, July 2, at The Friendliest Catch Outing put on by Suncoast Charities for Children to benefit the charities and as part of the 29th annual Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival. Community members took children out for a morning of fishing followed by an award ceremony with food from Chick-fil-A and Sam's Club.

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Pam Eubanks
July 2, 2013

Destination: East County

Eastern Manatee County may not have beaches or famous museums, but it has plenty of local flavor, winding rivers and parks in which to relax with your family. Consider these options for spending your summer days and nights:

Longboat Key
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Mallory Gnaegy
July 1, 2013

AAA designates Michael's On East as a premier restaurant

Michael's On East gets the only 2013 AAA Four Diamond distinction in Sarasota - its 24th consecutive Four Diamond rating.

Sarasota
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Nick Friedman
June 29, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Shrimp and Lobster Festival

Seafood fans flocked downtown Saturday, June 29, to take part in the annual Sarasota Farmer's Market Shrimp and Lobster Festival. Guests enjoyed fresh seafood and live music while browsing vendors' booths.

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Nick Friedman
June 29, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Culverhouse Nature Park Opening

Residents gathered Saturday, June 29, to celebrate the opening of Culverhouse Nature Park in Palmer Ranch. Sarasota County Parks and Recreation, Friends of Sarasota County Parks, Friends of The Legacy Trail, Friends of Palmer Ranch Parks, Friends of Culverhouse Community Garden, the Sarasota YMCA and the Palmer Ranch Master Association hosted the open-house celebration. The new 82-acre park is one of seven trailheads on the Legacy Trail and features opportunities for picnicking, hiking, bicycling and gardening.

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Observer Staff
June 28, 2013

Weekend Best Bet: Culverhouse Nature Park Celebration

After more than seven years of planning and deliberation the Culverhouse Nature Park will be open to the public Saturday, June 29 with a kick-off celebration and refreshments.

Sarasota
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Nick Friedman
June 28, 2013

Jeweler donates to Girls Incorporated

Carats Fine Jewelry and Watches donated a $1,737 grant to the organization.

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