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Sarasota | Neighbors

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  • Observer Staff
  • March 14, 2013
SIDELINES

ODA remains unbeaten; Cougars notch district win; SCS keeps perfect record; Cougar lacrosse team scores win

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Samantha Ennis, Jamie Ross, Ethan Juceam, Aaron Juceam, Rabbi Huntting and Allison Juceam meet with a representative of Rep. Vern Buchanan in Buchanan's office. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • March 14, 2013
SCHOOL BOARD BULLETIN

The gift of education; Improving literacy; Advocacy learning

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Yaryna Klimchak
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 14, 2013
Your Neighbor: Betty Comora

A long white braid trails down Betty Comora's back as she plays a washboard with multiple instrument attachments.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Stella McDaniel submitted this photo of a sunset at Point of Rocks on Siesta Key.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • March 14, 2013
Weather Photo: BIRDS OF A FEATHER

Stella McDaniel submitted this photo of a sunset at Point of Rocks on Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Aiden Berry, 16 months, loved tossing balls in Pinocchio’s Land.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 13, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Philippi Estate Park Children's Day

Children enjoyed a day of games and fun Wednesday, March 13 at Philippi Estate Park for Children's Day at the farmers market. Jane Kirschner - Tuccillo handed out 7,000 flyers to 9 schools around the community encouraging families to bring their children. Pine View students did face painting for children and The Garbage Men performed. Children played Hungarian games in Krisztina Ihaszy's Pinocchio's Land.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
With 17 events, including wine dinners, a charity auction and hot-air balloon rides, a first glance at the itinerary can be overwhelming. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 13, 2013
Vino with a View: Florida Winefest and Auction

In its 23 years of existence, the Florida Winefest and Auction has carved its niche as the place to be to discover new wines from around the world, dine on gourmet dishes and help benefit children's charities in Sarasota.

  • East County
  • News
Courtesy photo
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 13, 2013
Meister of the skies

Balloon meister Bill Whidden is taking this year's Florida Wine and Balloon Festival to unparalleled heights.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Susan Chapman celebrates after learning she was the frontrunner in the election.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 12, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: City Commission Candidate Watch Parties

City Commission candidates gathered Tuesday, March 12, to watch election results with friends and family.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Charlie Lambert, 6, shows off the broccoli the class is growing.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 11, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Temple Beth Sholom students learn to garden

Students at Temple Beth Sholom learn about gardening and horticulture Monday, March 11 at The Papa Ed and Mimi Organic Sustainability Kibbutz Garden. With the help of a grant from Ed and Betty Rosenthal and the Jewish Federation kindergarten teacher Shonna Brody started the garden in August 2011. 'This was just a plot and I had a vision to start a garden here,' Brady says. Kindergartners water the plants and learn about the life cycle of a seed and middle schoolers experiment with different fertilizers. During harvest time students cook the food they grew in a solar cooker and the school donates much of the crop to Every Day Blessings.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Robert and Anita Montgomery are snowbirds from Ohio.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 11, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : The 37th Annual Pineapple Antique Show

The First United Methodist Church and the Rotary Club of Sarasota Sunrise Foundation Inc., held the 37th annual Pineapple Antique show Friday, March 8 and Saturday, March 9 to raise money community charities. An estimated 1600 people attended the show that had nearly 40 exhibitors from the U.S. and Canada. 'We have everything from exquisite jewelry, Asian antiques, urns, artwork, and hand-crafted tote bags made by parishioners,' says Nola Hietbrink, lay leader of First United Methodist Church. The show also offered crystal and glass repair and sterling - silver-matching service.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Tim Daveler, Liz Huselid, Michael Perry, Thomas Krug, Art Jackman, Greg Hagopian, AJ Stickley and Steve Zimath
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 11, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Pound the Ground 5K

Runners ran in the first Pound the Ground 5K Saturday, March 9 at the celery fields to raise money to end child homelessness in King County. About 200 people attended the run that they had been planning for 2 months. The race included obstacles like an 8-foot wall, hurdles, and tires. 'We wanted to start something new and fresh in Sarasota and to utilize the parks we have for events like this,' said Event Organizer Jason Lancaster.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Riverview’s Michael Moore hits a backhand shot.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • March 10, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: SHS v. RHS tennis

Sarasota High School and Riverview High school boys and girls tennis teams played one another Thursday, March 7 at Sarasota High School

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
First graders performed a Peruvian bird dance with masks.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 10, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Bay Haven Latin Day

The students at Bay Haven School of Basic Plus turned classrooms into different Latin countries Friday, March 8 to learn about these countries. Students prepared a special project about their chosen country and at the end of the day each grade performed a dance.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Stephen Mason and Timothy Goldfarb
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Tiger Bay Club

Healthcare experts spoke to Tiger Bay members at their regular meeting Thursday, March 7, about the future of the health care industry. Guest speakers included Gwen McKenzie, president and CEO of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, Stephen Mason, president and CEO of BayCare Health Systems and moderator Timothy Goldfarb.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Saks Fifth Avenue will open a store at The Mall at University Town Center, which is slated to open October 2014. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Mark Gordon
  • March 7, 2013
New Saks Fifth Avenue executive has big plans

Joel Ellzey said Saks might operate two stores in the Sarasota-Bradenton region when the University Town Center location opens.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • March 7, 2013
Coyotes threaten neighborhood animals

McIntosh Meadows residents report three missing cats.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 7, 2013
Pineapple Antique Show and Sale raises funds for community charities

The First United Methodist Church and the Rotary Club of Sarasota Sunrise Foundation Inc. will host the 37th annual Pineapple Antique Show and Sale Friday, March 8 and Saturday March 9, at the Municipal Auditorium, to raise funds for community charities.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Christian School senior Zach Quillian has played catcher since his freshman year. He helped lead the Blazers to back-to-back district championships his sophomore and junior seasons.ÂÂ
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 7, 2013
Right Frame of Mind: Zach Quillian

Sarasota Christian School senior catch Zach Quillian has helped lead the Blazers to an impressive 6-0 start under the guidance of two sets of watchful eyes.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 7, 2013
Athlete of the Week: Bridget Walsh

Cardinal Mooney High sophomore lacrosse midfielder Bridget Walsh scored three goals in two games this week to lead the Lady Cougars to a 14-9 victory over Berkeley Prep Feb. 26, and a 13-7 victory over Tampa Catholic Feb. 28.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 7, 2013
SIDELINES

Lady Cougars remain unbeaten; Pitcher leads Booker to a win; ODA notches a pair of wins; Thunder LAX posts win; Totally Tennis series continues; Youth Baseball Day upcoming

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jimmy "the fishman" Johnson lives on Siesta Key with his 23-year-old African gray parrot, Harley.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 7, 2013
Your Neighbor: Jimmy Johnson

Jimmy "the fishman" Johnson is a self-described beach bum. But, the former restaurant owner is anything but lazy. Johnson used to sell 3,000 surf-and-turf dinners a week, at his restaurant in Wildwood, N.J.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 7, 2013
Student Spotlight: Annaka Groeteke

Sporting a rock-band T-shirt and gathering her books for her next class, Annaka Groeteke seems like a typical 16-year-old, but the Sarasota High School sophomore has also been a wicked stepmother, a factory worker and an evil stepsister - on stage, that is.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • March 7, 2013
SCHOOL BOARD BULLETIN

Art extravaganza; Philanthropic flash mob; World travelers

  • Sarasota
  • News
Linda Snyder sews a child's quilt.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 7, 2013
Snyder has hobby all sewn up

The precise thud of a needle hitting cloth on a sewing machine and ladies chattering is a common sight and comforting sound for Linda Snyder.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sandy Cannon submitted this photo of a sunset at Point of Rocks on Siesta Key.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • March 7, 2013
Weather Photo: Golden Rule

Sandy Cannon submitted this photo of a sunset at Point of Rocks on Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Bea Friedman blows kisses in gratitude to lunch goers for their standing ovation for her Guardian of Israel award.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 6, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Guardian of Israel Award Luncheon

The Jewish National Foundation awarded the Guardian of Israel Award to Bea Friedman her daughter Ilene, Greg Gregory, Maria Wirries and her Mother Jeaneen Wednesday, March 6 at a luncheon at Michael's on East for their commitment to Israel and the community. The Jewish National Foundation began in 1901 as a vision to reestablish a homeland in Israel for Jewish people everywhere. Almost 300 people attended the luncheon where ongoing efforts to help Israel and it's towns were discussed. 'I'm very proud,' Bea Friedman said. 'This organization has done so much good for the community and I can't say enough nice things.'

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Ted Lindenberg with former ABC President James Duffy
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 6, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Literacy Council

The Literacy Council of Sarasota held its sixth annual Literacy Matters Luncheon Friday, March 1, at Michael's on East. Kelley Lavin, executive vice president and group publisher of Sarasota Magazine was the featured speaker, and Lauren Dorsett, of ABC News was the Mistress of Ceremonies. James Duffy, former president of ABC Television Network and cofounder of the Literacy Council, was honored with a new literacy award in his name: the James E. Duffy Friend of Literacy Award.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kristen and Ryan Phillips
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 6, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Chocolate Sundae

United Cerebal Palsy hosted its annual fundraiser Sunday, March 3, at Michael's On East, much to the delight of local chocolate-lovers. Guests savored chocolate creations, including cake pops, chocolate balls, ice cream and more, all to benefit the charity.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jaime Barcelo with her daughter, Logan, and Skylar Hernandez
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 6, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Springfest

Hundreds of runners and families gathered, despite the cold weather, Saturday, March 2, in Palmer Ranch for the annual Springfest celebration. Runners geared up for 5 and 12k races, and families browsed the various booths set up for the event.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota real-estate developer Tom Mannausa is behind The Jewel, a 17-story luxury condo tower planned for downtown Sarasota. Lori Sax.
    By
  • Mark Gordon
  • March 6, 2013
The Jewel Rule

Several downtowns on the Gulf Coast have turned into busy, or almost busy, hubs of building activity - sights not seen in six years in many cases. Will the momentum last?

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ashley Krueger sits between her parents, Cindi Krueger and Pat Myers. Ashley Krueger is fighting T-cell lymphoma and is awaiting a bone marrow transplant. Photo by Nick Friedman
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 6, 2013
SMA student battles cancer, maintains positive attitude

Ashley Krueger, 18, has battled rare forms of bone cancer for two years. A fundraiser at Fit2Run will help pay for a bone marrow transplant.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Fourteen-year-old student at the Sarasota School of Arts and Science Taylor Destasio performs the peacock dance.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 4, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Sarasota Sister Cities One World Gala

Sarasota Sister Cities hosted its third One World Gala Sunday, March 3, at the Sarasota Bay Club, to honor an outstanding citizen and organization. They handed the One World Award to former Mayor Lou Ann Palmer for emulating president Eisenhower's plan of citizen diplomacy. The Sarasota Christian School also received an award for its effort of adopting cities all over the Middle East. 'We're looking forward to having an enjoyable evening and honoring an organization and individual who emulate Eisenhower's vision,' said President Tom Halbert.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Annnabelle Bailey, 15 months, sucks on a barbeque rib.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 4, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : 10th Annual Firefighter Rib Cook Off

Firefighters hosted the 10th annual Sarasota Firefighter Rib Cook Off Saturday, March 2, at Phillippi Estate Park, to raise money for the Firefighters Benevolent Fund. The fund assists Sarasota County firefighters and their families during times of crisis. 'We try to give back to the community and have them see us in a different light than in an emergency situation,' said Lieutenant Billy Kocur. 'We are just like anybody else.' Firefighters bought a total of 3,500 pounds of ribs for the event and each of the 13 competing stations cooked 160 pounds.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Sun Circle Art Festival was held at Sun Circle Park.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 3, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Sun Circle Art Festival

Indian Beach and Sapphire Shores neighborhood residents sold fine arts and crafts at the Sun Circle Art Festival Saturday, March 2, in Sun Circle Park to get the community together. Area musicians jammed out while neighbors strolled and chatted with each other. Students from Mingwu Martial arts performed self-defense and kicking demonstrations and area writers conducted readings.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The boys start off running in the 4x800 relay, Friday, March 1, at the Ram Invitational.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • March 2, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Ram Invitational

18 schools competed in the Ram Invitational Friday, March 1, at Riverview High School.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
This peacock perched atop a home Tuesday, Feb. 26, near 40th Street and Sarasota Avenue, in the Indian Beach neighborhood.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • February 28, 2013
Peafowl family takes residence in Indian Beach

Residents say the fowl are interesting to watch and aren't causing too many problems - for now.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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