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Sarasota | Neighbors

Spectators watched from any spot they could find - even from the roofs of their cars - as a stuntman drove a car off the Ringling Bridge.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 17, 2010
Bridge stunts conclude with fiery explosion (WITH VIDEO)

Sanborn Studios filmed the final action scene of its new action TV series "Miami 24/7" Sunday on the John Ringling Bridge. Some drivers sat in traffic for up to 30 minutes during an exciting stunt when a car was driven off the bridge.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Chris Voelker links arms with a shopaholic Tube Dude.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 17, 2010
Festival transforms downtown into art showcase

The 16th annual Downtown Sarasota Art and Craft Festival returned to Main Street Saturday and Sunday, featuring everything from handmade jewelry to Tube Dudes.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Maria and Burt Zupa, Amari Daniel and Isabella Zupa planned a picnic for the concert.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 17, 2010
Selby Gardens features concert al fresco

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens held its Fall Music Series Sunday, featuring a 'Bach to Rock' performance by the Sarasota Brass Quintet.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Ken D'Agostino, Lee Goodman, Jeff Birnbach, Willa Saalwaechter and John Woelfel.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 16, 2010
SYC's Change in Watch

The Sarasota Yacht Club celebrated their change in fleet Saturday, Oct. 16 at the Yacht Club along John Ringling Blvd. Jeff Birnbach, previously the vice commodore, is now the commodore of the new fleet at SYC.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
People hold their lit balloons as they do the Light the Night Walk.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 16, 2010
Light the Night Walk lights up Payne Park

The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society held their Light the Night Walk at Payne Park, Saturday, Oct. 16. About 350 people participated and helped to raise funds to fight blood cancers like Leukemia and Lymphoma.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lona Sims, Luan Hedley, Nancy Youngs, Sheri Paulsen, Mary Beth Albright and Shannon McMahon.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 16, 2010
Big success with 2nd Annual Phillippi 7K

The 2nd Annual Phillippi 7K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run happened this Saturday, Oct. 16 at Phillippi Shores Elementary. The theme of the run was 'Explore the World at Home'.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Caitlin Grayson, Viviana Lopez and Vahtina Nunez
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 15, 2010
SSAS: Walk like an Egyptian

Students at the Sarasota School of Arts and Sciences donned elaborate Egyptian fashions and accessories for "Egyptian Day." They presented projects on everything from mummification to pyramids and ate traditional Egyptian foods.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Bob Waechter, Commissioner Carolyn Mason, Shawn Byrd and Lori Brink
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 15, 2010
Chamber highlights past, present and future at 90th annual meeting

Nearly 500 business and community leaders attended the 90th annual meeting of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce today.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Michael Klauber and Phil Mancini.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 14, 2010
Tasting Room at Michael's opens

Members of the Gulf Coast Connoisseur Club enjoyed a private opening Thursday, Oct. 14, at The Tasting Room at Michael's Wine Cellar. The official opening to the public will be this Saturday evening.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Peterson and Fisher
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 14, 2010
Couple scoots around on cool ride

Bob Peterson and Monique Fisher pulled up to Cafe Epicure on their cooler-scooter Tuesday, Oct. 12.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Principal Tom Buchanan gets slimed by his wife, Pam, and Lori White.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 14, 2010
Tuttle's principal goes slime time

A slime-filled event Tuttle Elementary School raised more than $500 for Tuttle's Positive Behavior Support celebrations for students.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lyn Wright, Bhavani Reynolds, Heather Grindstaff, Suzan Busch, Lance Stahlman and Erika Garcia celebrate the opening.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 13, 2010
White House Black Market opens at Westfield Southgate

White House Black Market opened Oct. 13 at Westfield Southgate.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Second grade teacher, Jim Anderson, works at making a mocha.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 11, 2010
McTeacher's Night at McDonald's

Teachers from Phillippi Shores Elementary participated in McTeacher's Night on Monday, October 11, 2010 from 4-7 pm.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Karianie Vazquez and Meredith Swift
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 11, 2010
CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: Phillippi Shores News Network (WITH VIDEO)

What really goes on in the Phillippi Shores Elementary newsroom when the cameras are turned off? Why, jokes, laughter and fun, of course! Today, the student anchors gave The Sarasota Observer the scoop on what it's like to be part of the PSNN news crew.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 11, 2010
VIDEO: Black Tie Bash 'Season Shaker'

The Observer's Black Tie Bash 'Season Shaker' 2010-2011 chairwomen and chairmen shake things up during the fashion show finale.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Annette Haile and Sue Whitman answered questions and offered advice during the event.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 9, 2010
Master gardeners show some skill

The Sarasota County Master Gardeners were out in full force Saturday at their sixth annual plant sale.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sam Rovhana with 2009 Doctor Idol winner Bob Koser
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 8, 2010
Doctors make some noise

Doctor Idol, a battle of the bands featuring local musician-physicians that drew more than 600 people and raised more than $10,000 last year to benefit the Ear Research Foundation, returned again to Michael's On East. Proceeds will benefit Florida's Vision Quest.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 8, 2010
VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Be-boppin' bee

The Observer spotted this bee shaking its bum and performing questionable dance moves this afternoon at Marina Jack. Scroll down for video.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Wayne Johnson dressed as a Blue Man Group member last year.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 7, 2010
Jog Casey Key in your Halloween garb

Bill's Beer Run takes place at 8 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, on Casey Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Klauber and Hannum
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 7, 2010
Black Tie editor earns tips for charity

The Observer's Black Tie editor, Stephanie Hannum, poured drinks like it was her job Thursday, Sept. 30, at Goodwill Industries Manasota's Charity Bartending event.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Fire Chief Kenneth B. Ellerbe, along with other members of the fire department, stand at attention for the raising of the flags and the Pledge of Allegiance during the ribbon-cutting ceremony held for Fire Rescue Station No. 1.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 6, 2010
Ribbon-cutting ceremony for Fire Rescue Station No. 1

Fire Rescue Station No. 1 had its ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday, Oct 6. The new station is the third station in Sarasota County to be "green."

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Artist Tekla installed her "Tree Works" series Wednesday morning.
    By
  • Maria Amodio
  • October 6, 2010
Sculptures spotted in Sarasota

New artwork is popping up all over downtown Sarasota this month as part of the Sarasota Public Arts Committee's latest project, 'Intersections.' Twelve artists have been selected to display their work throughout five downtown shopping districts for the next year. The Public Arts Committee will then select one sculpture to purchase as part of the city of Sarasota's Public Art Collection. One of the most recent pieces to go up is a series of four sculptures by North Carolina artist, Tekla, entitled 'Tree Works.' The sculpture is located on Palm Avenue across from Church of the Redeemer.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Commissioner Joe Barbetta with Bob and Eileen Parkinson
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 5, 2010
Siesta Key Chamber lunches at Turtles Restaurant

The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce trekked out to Turtles Restaurant, on Midnight Pass Road, for a networking luncheon.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tiffany Smith, Ali Boiko, Sheena Arnold and Megan Baggett
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 3, 2010
Chili devoured at cook-off

Morton's Gourmet Market held its 11th annual Firehouse Chili Cook-Off Sunday to benefit the Sarasota Fire Fighters Benevolent Fund.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Greg and Jennifer Douglas
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 3, 2010
Triathletes burn rubber on Siesta Key

The Sharks Siesta Key Triathlon drew hundreds of people Sunday for an exciting day of swimming, biking and running.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Claire Cornetet, Emma Lystad and Stephanie Muench
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 2, 2010
SPARCC steps out against domestic violence

SPARCC supporters gathered Saturday for a morning of fitness, inspiration and camaraderie as they walked in support of a violence-free future.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Kenneth Ellerbe, Sean Murphy, Ron Evans and Ken Ridgeway
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 1, 2010
Foxy Lady hosts pink carpet fashion party

Foxy Lady Siesta Key hosted the second annual "Viva la Pink" fashion party for breast-cancer awareness. Proceeds will benefit Team Believe, which will participate in the Tampa Bay Breast Cancer 3-Day.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Ryan Shay and Youngman Nwokeji
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 30, 2010
It's a pirate's life for fifth-graders

Fifth-grade students at St. Martha Catholic School celebrated National Talk Like a Pirate Day on Friday, Sept. 24.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Joe Kane hauls some trimmings.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 30, 2010
Neighbors spiff up their local park

About 30 people teamed up Saturday, Sept. 25 to beautify the Laurel Park community.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Nancy Roucher, Ruth Lando and Franklyn Skidmore
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • September 29, 2010
Sarasota Arts Discovery recruits local ambassadors

Organizers behind Sarasota's latest arts advocacy program gathered Wednesday night at the Community Foundation of Sarasota County to tout a new four-day arts tour.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Renovations began Sept. 7 to remodel Starbucks Midtown Plaza with new wood floors, walls — and finally — a drive-through. Stay tuned for the grand-opening celebration and free beverage date by "liking" the store on Facebook.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • September 29, 2010
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: Drive-through dream

Renovations began Sept. 7 to remodel Starbucks Midtown Plaza with new wood floors, walls - and finally - a drive-through. Stay tuned for the grand-opening celebration and free beverage date by "liking" the store on Facebook.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
"I feel any décor should have one item that represents each element to create balance," said owner Melanie Ann Denicourt.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • September 28, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Coquillage

Coquillage is a home accessories haven where a clean, coastal look meets European style.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
A local firefighter jogs beside one of four pink firetrucks.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • September 27, 2010
Pink Heels Tour clickety clacks to Marina Jack (WITH VIDEO)

The day of pink festivities began with a pink parade down Main Street and culminated with a shopping party from 6 to 9 p.m., at Westfield Sarasota Square. The event benefits Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Bishop Dabney T. Smith and Rev. Frederick A. Robinson bless the new palm ave terrace
    By
  • Maria Amodio
  • September 26, 2010
Church celebrates anniversary and renovations

The Church of the Redeemer celebrated their new Palm Avenue terrace and the 60th anniversary of their downtown Sarasota location on Sunday, September 27th.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Karen Gallagher, Bill and Betsy Satterfield and Bob Gallagher
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • September 25, 2010
BKYC members team up to tailgate

Bird Key Yacht Club members sported their college team attire for a tailgating party Saturday, Sept. 25.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Andy and Judy Zirna
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • September 25, 2010
SYC say aloha to luau

Sarasota Yacht Club members went Hawaiian at a luau held Saturday, Sept. 25.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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