• Alternate Text

  • Loading

  • Holiday Gift Guide
  • Health Observed
  • Crossword
  • Contests
  • Newsletters
  • e-Newspaper App
  • Longboat
    • News
    • Cops Corner
    • Real Estate
    • Business
    • Neighbors
    • Opinion
  • East County
    • News
    • Real Estate
    • Business
    • Neighbors
    • Schools
    • Sports
    • Opinion
  • Sarasota
    • News
    • Cops Corner
    • Real Estate
    • Business
    • Neighbors
    • Schools
    • Sports
    • Opinion
    • Siesta Key
  • Arts + Entertainment
    • Eat + Drink
    • Arts + Culture
    • Reviews
    • Things To Do
    • Black Tie
    • Spotlight Partners
  • LWR Life
  • Galleries
  • More
    • Hurricane Season
    • Red Tide Map
    • Health Observed
    • Sand Bucket List
    • Calendar
    • Celebrations
    • Contests
    • Tributes
    • Submit a Celebration
    • Submit a Tribute
    • Public Notices
    • Classifieds
  • Longboat
    • Longboat
    • News
    • Cops Corner
    • Real Estate
    • Business
    • Neighbors
    • Opinion
  • East County
    • East County
    • News
    • Real Estate
    • Business
    • Neighbors
    • Schools
    • Sports
    • Opinion
  • Sarasota
    • Sarasota
    • News
    • Cops Corner
    • Real Estate
    • Business
    • Neighbors
    • Schools
    • Sports
    • Opinion
    • Siesta Key
  • Arts + Entertainment
    • Arts + Entertainment
    • Eat + Drink
    • Arts + Culture
    • Reviews
    • Things To Do
    • Black Tie
    • Spotlight Partners
  • LWR Life
  • Galleries
  • More
    • More
    • Hurricane Season
    • Red Tide Map
    • Health Observed
    • Sand Bucket List
    • Calendar
    • Celebrations
    • Contests
    • Tributes
    • Submit a Celebration
    • Submit a Tribute
    • Public Notices
    • Classifieds
  • Holiday Gift Guide
  • Health Observed
  • Crossword
  • Contests
  • Newsletters
  • e-Newspaper App

Sarasota | Neighbors

    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • February 20, 2022
Sarasota celebrates solidarity for Jewish community

The event was held in the wake of antisemitic flyers being distributed in Sarasota neighborhoods.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • February 20, 2022
34th Festival of the Arts takes Main Street

Dozens of vendors filled downtown Sarasota for the weekend festival.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • February 20, 2022
Thunder By The Bay revs up Sarasota Fairgrounds

The annual music and motorcycle festival took over fairgrounds Feb. 18-20.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Co-owner Michael Finn has spent his weekends collecting 50s memorabilia.
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • February 19, 2022
New senior day care center highlights 1950s aesthetic

The Town Square Sarasota center is a recreation of an idealized 1950s past.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 17, 2022
Sarasota weather page photo: February 17

Diane Suner captured a photo of this group of sand dollars on Lido Beach.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Patti Smith read from "Just Kids" and "The Coral Sea" and also sang a few songs from her canon. (Photo: Spencer Fordin)
    By
  • Spencer Fordin
  • February 16, 2022
Patti Smith fondly walks down memory lane

It's been decades since Patti Smith last spoke with her late friend Robert Mapplethorpe, but the memories of their time together remain as indelible as any image in her celebrated life.

  • Arts + Culture
Lauren Nielsen sings the national anthem at various veterans events. (File photo)
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • February 16, 2022
Sarasota model and community service figure to receive city proclamation

Lauren Nielsen will have a ceremony in her name on Feb. 22.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • February 15, 2022
Couples say 'I do' all over again at vow renewal ceremony

The loving ceremony returned to Siesta Key on Feb. 14.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By BayView Dental
  • February 15, 2022
Missing Teeth? You Have Options.

There are two great options to restore your smile.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sponsored Content
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • February 13, 2022
Phillippi Estate Park hosts February fine arts festival

The Sarasota Fine Arts Show ran Feb. 12-13.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
A discovered geocache box in Phillippi Estate Park.
    By
  • Blake Fussell
  • February 11, 2022
Sarasota County celebrates centennial with historical geocaching program

Sarasota County Quest is a new geocaching program that takes players to historical locations in a fun, scavenger hunt-like experience.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • February 10, 2022
Sarasota Chamber returns to Van Wezel for outdoor bash

The 2022 Party On The Bay was held Feb. 10.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 10, 2022
Sarasota weather page photo: February 10

Diane Suner took this photo of a junonia shell on Lido Beach.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Donna and John Gary have spent the majority of their lives together.
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • February 10, 2022
Sarasota couple celebrates 70 years of marriage

The pair has been looking forward to their anniversary, though saying 70 years together still isn’t enough.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • February 8, 2022
Humor writer Dave Barry brings comedy stylings to RCLA Lecture Series

The Pulitzer Prize-winning humor writer gave thoughts on comedy and culture on Feb. 7.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood
  • February 6, 2022
Six inducted into Sarasota's Circus Ring of Fame

2022 ceremony moves under the big top to welcome half-dozen including Nik Wallenda.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • February 5, 2022
Vow renewals headline Fresh Fridays

Love was in the air on Feb. 4.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Father John Bociu stands in front of the icons at the entrance to the altar at St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • February 5, 2022
Greek Festival in Sarasota puts Byzantine-style art on display with church tour

Festival offers chance to view Byzantine-style with a tour of the St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church of Sarasota.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Peter Wish
    By
  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • February 4, 2022
Book Talk, Mayor Erik Arroyo visit Selby Library

The first speaker was Peter Wish, an author whose strategy Arroyo used in his campaign.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
American alligators have a crucial role in keeping wetland habitats healthy, and alter habitats in ways that benefit other species. (Photo by Miri Hardy)
    By
  • Miri Hardy
  • February 4, 2022
American alligators keep Myakka's wetlands healthy

Deep Hole at Myakka's Wilderness Preserve is an important dry season refuge.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
A couple enjoying a previous vow-renewal ceremony. Photo courtesy of Sarasota County.
    By
  • Blake Fussell
  • February 4, 2022
Vow-renewal tradition to continue on Siesta Key Beach

Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources will hold it's annual vow-renewal ceremony on Siesta Key and Nokomis Beach on Valentine's Day. Registration is open online through Feb. 7.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 3, 2022
Sarasota weather page photo: February 3

Gordon Silver captured this sunset over Sarasota Bay from Centennial Park.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarah Glass leads the children in dance each week.
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • February 2, 2022
Free dance class is Sarasota woman's way to give back

After a series of medical setbacks, Deanna Williams remembers what dance meant to her.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Albert Castiglia, a blues guitarist, will be a headliner at Giving Hunger the Blues. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • January 31, 2022
Giving Hunger the Blues concert returns to Nathan Benderson Park

The Jazz Club of Sarasota presents the 24th annual Giving Hunger the Blues at Nathan Benderson Park.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • January 30, 2022
Junior League puts on fundraiser at Big Cat Habitat

The organization held its 5th annual Jungle Jamboree on Jan. 29.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • January 27, 2022
Southside Elementary students honor Holocaust victims through Daffodil Project

Families left daffodils outside the school on Jan. 27.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 27, 2022
Sarasota weather page photo: January 27

Michele Jasen captured this bald eagle flying away from its nest on Lido Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
David Klein has plenty of rare coins and valuables.
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • January 26, 2022
Sarasota coin group searches for rare coins

The group meets at Sarasota Rare Coin Gallery Inc. each month.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
This year's sale is held in the Scottish Rite building.
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • January 26, 2022
Karin Gustafson leads her 15th annual estate sale

The 15th annual Karin's Causes sales starts Jan. 27.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • January 23, 2022
RADD Night market kicks off PINCfest

The RADD Night Market was held Jan. 20.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 20, 2022
Sarasota weather page photo: January 20

Diane Suner captured this photo of a snowy egret on Lido Beach.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Orlando-based vendor Betinha Murta had several "Alice in Wonderland"-styled designs.
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • January 19, 2022
Crafters show inch-high designs at miniature festival

The Sarasota Fun in the Sun festival was held Jan. 14-16.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Samantha Miller has her digital artwork blown up to poster size.
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • January 18, 2022
Embracing Our Differences returns for 2022 exhibit

The annual showcase has new artwork on display at Bayfront Park.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • January 17, 2022
Chris Christie headlines RCLA lecture

The former governor of New Jersey spoke at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Jan. 17.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • January 17, 2022
Sarasota Seafood & Music Festival returns to J.D. Hamel Park

The festival had two lively days starting Jan. 14,

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 13, 2022
Sarasota weather page photo: January 13

Dawn Scire captured this colorful image of sunset on Siesta Key beach.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
« 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 »
The best of Your Observer, delivered directly to your inbox

Get the latest in news, sports, schools, arts and things to do in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Longboat Key and East County.

Sign Up

Latest in Sarasota

1
Sarasota Memorial Hospital's Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute.
  • December 21, 2025
SMH participates in global bladder cancer treatment clinical trial
2
Evidence discovered in the home of 33-year-old Demond L. Smith who was arrested by Sarasota police on multiple charges.
  • December 20, 2025
Repeat felon faces charges in Sarasota drug bust
3
Traffic cleared after fire, bridge malfunction in Sarasota, Longboat
  • December 19, 2025
Traffic cleared after fire, bridge malfunction in Sarasota, Longboat
4
District 5 representative Ron Cutsinger will be the 2026 chairman of the Sarasota County Commission.
  • December 19, 2025
Sarasota County commissioners pick chair, vice chair
5
Locations of the new St. Armands speed tables are marked in red.
  • December 19, 2025
St. Armands speed humps will be replaced with permanent speed tables

App

Download the Your Observer app

Stay in the know with the latest local news. Any device, anytime, anywhere.

DOWNLOAD NOW

Contact

  • 1970 Main St.
  • Third Floor
  • Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Phone: 941-366-3468
  • FPN Verified

Extra, Extra!

  • Newsletters
  • App
  • Crossword
  • Contests

more

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Classifieds
  • Advertise
  • Rack Locations
  • Jobs
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility Options

sister sites

  • Business Observer
  • Jax Daily Record
  • Orange Observer
  • Accessibility Options
  • Copyright © 2025 Observer Media Group Inc., All Rights Reserved
Sign Up for Daily Headlines

A daily dose of news from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

Sign Up for In Case You Missed It

A Saturday dose of the week's top stories from Sarasota, Longboat Key and East County.

The Your Observer App is Here!

Get local news you can trust — now on your phone, tablet or laptop. Fast. Free. Easy to Use.
Stay informed, wherever you are.

Download Now