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Dariela Delgado
November 11, 2022

Veterans Day parade marches with pride down Sarasota's Main Street

A grateful crowd honors the service of those in uniform.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Dariela Delgado
November 11, 2022

Rock the Preserve to jam out at the Bay Preserve on Sunday

This music fundraiser honors Mary Terese Finnegan, a supporter of the Conservation Foundation who died in December 2021.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Lesley Dwyer
November 10, 2022

Old Salty Dog owner dishes on origin story of its quirky menu, sustained success

This astute businesswoman and restaurateur shares her insights on hot dogs, horses, happy employees — and the secret sauce behind running one of the most popular restaurants on the keys.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Robert Plunket
November 10, 2022

Casey Key home makes the most of its tranquil surroundings

A spacious Casey Key estate reflects a life well lived for the former CEO of Cadbury and his family.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Guest Author
November 10, 2022

Up and down the keys, great gifts abound

Want to bring something special to a special someone? These local offerings lend a personal touch.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
November 10, 2022

Sarasota weather page photo: November 10

Diane Suner captured this photo of a lightning whelk shell along Lido Beach.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Marty Fugate
November 9, 2022

Lido Shores’ homes stand as a testament of time — and fabulous architecture

This architecturally unique neighborhood helped launch the Sarasota School of modernist architecture. Its vision of the future is not a thing of the past.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Dariela Delgado
November 9, 2022

Sarasota's Veterans Day parade planned for Friday

Sarasota's annual event will march down Main Street rain or shine.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Andrew Warfield
November 9, 2022

St. Armands annual Holiday Night of Lights event canceled

St. Armands Circle Association cancels the 44th annual Holiday Night of Lights event, citing restrictions caused by the one-time Holiday Spectacular event in Circle park.

Sarasota
News

Guest Author
November 9, 2022

Siesta couple creates place of love, support for foster kids and their families

Graci McGillicuddy turned her passion for children’s welfare into a welcoming haven for foster children.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Dariela Delgado
November 9, 2022

Sarasota's youth poet laureate named

An 11th grader from Pine View School was selected from a field of six.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Su Byron
November 8, 2022

Fran Blum believes success is sexy. And who’s going to argue with her?

In Fran Blum’s book of life there are no empty pages. There are many tales of travel, far-flung adventures, romance, groundbreaking careers and many missions accomplished.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Lesley Dwyer
November 8, 2022

Tickets on sale for Lawn Party by the Bay

The Lawn Party by the Bay is from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 at Ken Thompson Park.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Mark Gordon
November 8, 2022

Get to know the leader of the St. Armands Circle Association

Rachel Burns, the new executive director of the St. Armands Circle Association, brings passion to the position.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harry Sayer
November 7, 2022

St. Jude Catholic Church hosts 2022 Hispanic Fall Festival

The annual culture celebration was held Nov. 5.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harry Sayer
November 7, 2022

Le Marche Bohemien brings oddities and crafts to Five Points Park

The annual marketplace display was held Nov. 5.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Andrew Warfield
November 7, 2022

Sarasota mayor awards Vitale a key to the city

Lakewood Ranch resident honored for his work with Sarasota's Boys and Girls Clubs.

Sarasota
News

Abby Weingarten
November 7, 2022

Sand sculptors amp up for the Crystal Classic

People come from around the region to marvel at the sensational sand sculptures, take sand sculpting lessons and enjoy the beach at the annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic.