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Observer Staff
July 22, 2010

Decorate a bra and help support fight against cancer

Calling all designers! Design a bra to be auctioned off at the 2010 Key to the Cure event Oct. 21, at Saks Fifth Avenue, and help fight women's cancers.

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Observer Staff
July 22, 2010

Kiwanians deliver new robes to Pines residents

One-dozen members of the Kiwanis Club of South Sarasota recently presented new bathrobes to 188 residents of the Pines of Sarasota.

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Observer Staff
July 22, 2010

Ninety-one-year-old will put her mark on event

On Aug. 10, Sarasota resident Polly White, 91, will take to the skies in her first parasailing adventure at Siesta Key Beach

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Observer Staff
July 22, 2010

CYD announces online activity directory for youths

For the past three years, Community Youth Development has avidly collected data about activities for Sarasota County youth.

Sarasota
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Stephanie Hannum
July 16, 2010

Ty Tojo Performs at Rosemary Rising (VIDEO)

Circus Sarasota's Ty Tojo performs his juggling act at Rosemary Rising.

Sarasota
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Robin Hartill
July 16, 2010

Store Around the Corner: McCarver & Moser Jewelers

McCarver & Moser Jewelers has operated on St. Armands Circle for 30 years.

Longboat Key
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Observer Staff
July 15, 2010

Police officer smitten with kitten

When police responded to a crime last week, they discovered an 8-week-old kitten in need of food and flea treatment.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
July 15, 2010

Law firm receives patriotic award

State Rep. Ron Reagan presented the Employer Support of Guard and Reserve's "Patriotic Award" and the "Above and Beyond Award" July 8, to Michael Resnick and Peter Krotec, of law firm Syprett Meshad.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
July 15, 2010

Tarpon Queen makes appearance

Tarpon Queen Nicole Coudal made an appearance at the 80th annual Sarasota All-Release Tarpon Tournament.

Sarasota
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Stephanie Hannum
July 15, 2010

RECIPE AND A RESERVATION: Columbia Restaurant

Columbia Restaurant owners Richard and Casey Gonzmart share an exclusive recipe with YourObserver.com readers.

Longboat Key
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Loren Mayo
July 14, 2010

CAMP SPOTLIGHT: The Children's Garden

Throughout the month of July, The Children's Garden is teaching kids about the magic of gardening with its summer camp.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
July 14, 2010

RECIPE AND A RESERVATION: Station 400

Station 400 co-owner and Executive Chef Eric Bein shares an exclusive recipe with YourObserver.com readers.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
July 13, 2010

Pines residents mentor students in English language

Pines residents were paired with students in the English Speakers of Other Languages program to help them learn proper pronunciation of words, meanings of American expressions and correct use of words in different contexts.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
July 9, 2010

Sea turtle nests vandalized on nearby beach

At least a half-dozen sea turtle nests have been disturbed on Siesta Key beaches this nesting season.

Longboat Key
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Loren Mayo
July 8, 2010

Food tree delivers fun bites on a stick

"Libbypops" are 10 different mini indulgences paired with savory sauces for dipping and are part of Libby's Restaurant + Bar's new, hipper happy hour.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
July 7, 2010

MAN ON THE STREET: Avatar to Art

G.WIZ - The Science Museum opened the first exhibition of three-dimensional, fine-art canvases in Sarasota July 2. The upstairs gallery is filled with painter and scientific animator Jeff Hazelton's latest large-scale works, called "Avatar to Art," which require viewers to don special 3D glasses.

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Observer Staff
July 7, 2010

It's Rhys Everywhere!

Observer Associate Publisher Emily Walsh and her husband, Julian Parry, welcomed their first child, Rhys Humphreys Parry, July 1.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
July 6, 2010

STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Melody's Centre for Authentic Beauty (WITH VIDEO)

After 28 years, Melody Murray has changed the name of her spa boutique to Melody's Centre for Authentic Beauty and relocated to South Osprey Avenue.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
July 6, 2010

RECIPE AND A RESERVATION: Citrus Cafe

Citrus Cafe owner and Executive Chef Mike McCormick shares an exclusive recipe with YourObserver.com readers.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
July 2, 2010

Fireworks boom over the bay (WITH VIDEO)

Mar Vista kicked off this Fourth of July weekend with its second annual "Boom-Boom on the Bay." The BeachHouse will hold its fireworks extravaganza July 3, followed by The Sandbar Restaurant July 4.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
July 2, 2010

WEEKEND BEST BET: Flag Fest Sarasota

The Downtown Sarasota Alliance and Spotlight Events Entertainment will host Flag Fest Sarasota in celebration of the Fourth of July holiday.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
July 1, 2010

Paddleboarding craze creates major waves in Sarasota

The Sarasota Stand Up Paddleboarding Beach Festival with Ark Paddleboards and Sarasota Paddleboard Co. will be July 17-18.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
June 30, 2010

Sea turtle hatchlings emerge in Venice

Mote Marine Sea Turtle Patrol spotted hatchlings making their way to sea June 24.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
June 30, 2010

STORE AROUND THE CORNER: RHA Boutique

RHA Boutique carries designer women's fashions, handbags, jewelry, clothing and baby items.

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Observer Staff
June 30, 2010

Families kick off summer with picnic

More than 85 members and friends of Temple Emanu-El gathered Saturday, June 19, at Turtle Beach for the second family picnic and Havdalah.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
June 30, 2010

Have you seen this missing dog?

GiGi, a 1-year-old female mini apricot poodle with an uncut tail was last seen Tuesday, June 8, near the north Siesta Key Bridge.

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Observer Staff
June 24, 2010

Children squeeze lemons for charity

Even in the 96-degree weather with no umbrellas or shady trees, eight little do-gooders set out to raise money for The Humane Society of Sarasota County.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
June 24, 2010

Woman's Exchange presents arts awards

For its 49th annual arts awards ceremony, the Woman's Exchange Consignment Shop handed out $150,000 in grants and scholarships.

Sarasota
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By Jessica Luck
June 24, 2010

Pope bestows papal honors on local priests

The Very Rev. Fausto S. Stampiglia and Monsignor Joseph E. Stearns received papal honors from Pope Benedict XVI, along with three other priests in the Diocese of Venice.

Sarasota
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Robin Roy
June 24, 2010

Dr. Kay Glasser remembered (UPDATED)

The co-founder of the Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center died Monday after a brief illness.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
June 23, 2010

STORE AROUND THE CORNER: L'Annexe

L'annexe consignment boutique joined the Rosemary District June 1.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
June 23, 2010

Tommy Bahama features "I AM HOME" artists

The Tommy Bahama Retail Store, located on St. Armands Circle, showcased the works of homeless artists living in the Sarasota and Bradenton area who are participants of the "I am home" art project.