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Harry Sayer
June 30, 2022

Getting Away: Celery Fields

Few things can top the variety at the hill space in east Sarasota, which boasts running trails and gorgeous views.

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Observer Staff
June 30, 2022

Sarasota weather page photo: June 30

Gordon Silver took this photo of a large gator cooling off on a warm day at Myakka River State Park.

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Harry Sayer
June 29, 2022

Former city commissioner plays taps at area events to honor veterans

From wreath laying to taps ceremonies, our traditions ensure we never forget to thank those who sacrificed for our country.

Sarasota
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Liz Ramos
June 29, 2022

Fireworks company adds spark to Benderson Park's annual Fourth of July show

Pyrotecnico puts in hundreds of hours to create Nathan Benderson Park's Fireworks on the Lake.

East County
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Kat Wingert
June 29, 2022

America: We have a lot in common

Don’t let the noise fool you. As Americans, we agree on more things than you might think.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
June 29, 2022

50 songs to get you in the Fourth of July spirit

Celebrate your American pride with these patriotic songs.

Arts + Culture

Liz Ramos
June 29, 2022

Sarasota singers share what it takes to do the national anthem justice

Three local singers approach the national anthem in different ways that fit their voice, abilities and emotions.

Arts + Culture

Eric Garwood
June 29, 2022

Sarasotans bond over their love of cars

A Cars and Coffee gathering can be quick confirmation that we are an auto-maniac nation.

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Harry Sayer
June 29, 2022

The keys to the perfect apple pie, from a Sarasota expert

Der Dutchman staff get into what it takes to make some great apple pie.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Spencer Fordin
June 29, 2022

Jazz Club has grown from fascination to institution

Steady hands have helped the Jazz Club of Sarasota grow by leaps and bounds over decades.

Arts + Culture

Spencer Fordin
June 29, 2022

3 short drives from Sarasota where Old Florida has been preserved in an oasis

Sarasota's metro area is cut out of a forest that covers much of the Gulf Coast, with every inch packed of wildlife to enjoy.

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Ryan Kohn
June 29, 2022

Romanian immigrant looking for more freedom of choice relishes what he found

For Romanian Olympian Dragos Alexandru, stories of the American dream were all the motivation he needed to leave the restrictive country and immigrate to the U.S.

Sarasota
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Ian Swaby
June 29, 2022

Sarasota landmarks to connect to the city's history

From native peoples that inhabited Sarasota 5,000 years ago to the establishment of modern communities, the Sarasota area is rich in history that reveals surprising ties to the events of the past.

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Observer Staff
June 28, 2022

Fourth of July 2022 events in Sarasota, Longboat Key and Lakewood Ranch

From races to the classic fireworks, check out these events to help you celebrate Independence Day right.

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Things To Do

Harry Sayer
June 26, 2022

Butterflies soar at Children's Garden

The morning family event had children learning about monarch butterflies.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
June 23, 2022

Sarasota weather page photo: June 23

Richard Bottorff captured this photo of a great horned owlet looking down from a tree the Saddlebag Creek neighborhood in Myakka City.

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Harry Sayer
June 23, 2022

Sarasota artist with cancer makes paper flower garden

Sandy Payson has embraced life while battler cancer by crafting flowers with scissors and her own imagination.

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Harry Sayer
June 22, 2022

Local students awarded at Dolphin Aviation scholarship ceremony

The ceremony was held June 20.

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Harry Sayer
June 21, 2022

Small businesses get the spotlight at chamber awards luncheon

The Sarasota Chamber awards luncheon was held June 17.

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Harry Sayer
June 20, 2022

Newtown puts on Juneteenth celebration

The afternoon event was held June 18 in the heart of the community.

Sarasota
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Harry Sayer
June 19, 2022

Cats and dogs return for Project Pride pet parade

The annual walk through Bayfront Park was held June 18.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
June 16, 2022

Sarasota weather page photo: June 16

Gordon Silver captured this photo of a red winged blackbird along a lake bed in Myakka River State Park.

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Harry Sayer
June 16, 2022

Sarasota's Brian Ferguson coordinates realism for 'Top Gun: Maverick'

Ferguson, who grew up in Sarasota, was inspired to join the Navy by the first "Top Gun" film.

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Harry Sayer
June 15, 2022

Sarasota RC Squadron trains locals in model aviation

The RC aircraft club has members flying their planes across Rothenbach Park daily.

Sarasota
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Spencer Fordin
June 15, 2022

Writing is easy, but cooking is hard

How does a journalist with very few cooking skills get by when he's dropped into a Publix cooking class? He burns the bread.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Lesley Dwyer
June 13, 2022

Police officer rescues a mockingbird

Sarasota Officer Jeremy Christie transported the mockingbird to Save Our Seabirds.

Longboat Key
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Harry Sayer
June 12, 2022

The Exchange awards local art groups and students

More than $300,000 was awarded to 18 arts organizations and 15 students on June 9.

Sarasota
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Harry Sayer
June 11, 2022

Pride car parade drives through downtown Sarasota

The Project Pride SRQ parade was held Sat. 11.

Sarasota
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Andrew Warfield
June 10, 2022

Van Wezel Foundation brings new director of development from Carnegie Hall

Julie Schwartz brings to the Van Wezel Foundation two decades of experience with renowned cultural organizations, including the renowned New York City venue.