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Ian Swaby
May 11, 2023

Heritage Awards highlight where history lives in the community

Sarasota residents have been at work preserving historic structures and collections that embody the area's history.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
May 11, 2023

Second grader becomes mayor of Sarasota for a day

Mayor Kyle Battie showed second grade student Daniel Hernandez how local government works.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
May 10, 2023

Artists display their creativity at Downtown Sarasota Spring Craft Fair

Local vendors were present at the fair, which also brought artists from afar.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
May 9, 2023

Church of the Redeemer members build beds for children in need

The initiative was part of the church's Serve on Saturday project series.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Take Care Home Health
May 8, 2023

Take Care: Here for Your Family, and Their Own

"It takes a village" is so true in many aspects of life and family.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Corvette show dazzles on St. Armands Circle

Car enthusiasts displayed 174 Corvettes from a variety of eras on Saturday during the 25th annual Corvettes on the Circle.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
May 6, 2023

Celebrations take to the streets on Cinco de Mayo

Multiple block parties were held in the downtown Sarasota area on May 5.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Lesley Dwyer
May 5, 2023

An exploration of Lido’s mangrove tunnels reveals heart of our coastal ecosystem

Key Life’s intrepid reporter encounters Florida’s unique ecosystem on a kayak tour through Lido Key’s magical mangrove tunnels.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Mark Gordon
May 5, 2023

The Bay Park begins to take shape — and it’s just getting started

A core group of business, civic and philanthropic leaders in Sarasota came together over the past decade for one common cause: to turn a parking lot into a world-class park.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Eric Snider
May 3, 2023

Save Our Seabirds takes off on expansion plans for the nonprofit

Aaron Virgin, the new CEO of Save our Seabirds, has big plans for the avian sanctuary.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Lesley Dwyer
May 3, 2023

Former Pepperidge Farm CEO is living her dream life on Bird Key

Irene Chang-Britt, the former CEO of Pepperidge Farm, shares her tales of success — and why retiring on Bird Key is the sweetest part.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
May 3, 2023

Riverview High students express their artistic side with community mural

Students are expressing themselves artistically as they create a mural for a nearby homeowner that celebrates living in Sarasota.

Sarasota
Schools

Ian Swaby
May 2, 2023

Sarasota event on aging shows young attendees a new point of view

Participants at the International Intergenerational Event tried on the Sarasota Aging Sensitivity Suit, which simulates being in your late 70s or early 80s.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
May 2, 2023

Newly donated monument at Ringling College honors veterans

The monument, called Testimonies (Resilience), was formerly displayed in Patriot Plaza at Sarasota National Cemetery.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
May 1, 2023

Bookstore1Sarasota book fair spotlights community of local authors

The two-day downtown Sarasota event brought together 28 local authors.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
April 30, 2023

For Sarasota man, empowerment comes one mind (and heart) at a time

Bernie Philips, who holds a doctorate in sociology from Cornell University, wants to lead a revolution in the social sciences through his lecture series.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Lesley Dwyer
April 27, 2023

Habitat for Humanity Sarasota holds its first Women Build

The nationwide events started in 1991, but this is the first for the Sarasota chapter.

East County
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
April 26, 2023

Local Navy seaman uses military training to aid gunshot victim

Old Miakka native Ty Knight was presented with the USO Sailor of the Year award in Washington, D.C.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
April 23, 2023

Trinity United church members celebrate 75 years of community

Parishioners said a sense of family at the church has led to its enduring presence.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
April 23, 2023

Third rock is the star at Earth Day celebration at Sarasota's Bay Park

Family activities and tables on the bay were designed to encourage appreciation of the environment.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
April 23, 2023

Attendees climb aboard for Suncoast Boat Show

The event at Marina Jack returned with more boats and gear than previous years.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
April 21, 2023

Big trucks on display at CoolToday Park

Get behind the wheel of some big rigs at the 27th Annual Big Truck Day.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
April 20, 2023

Environmental leaders honored at inaugural climate awards

Sarasota-based Climate Adaptation Center's Champions Award Ceremony showcased individuals' potential to drive climate action.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
April 20, 2023

Toys for Tots coordinator looks back at growth of community giving

Since 2006, the nonprofit has increased its output from an estimated 8,000 toys to 28,000.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
April 19, 2023

Attendees discover the joys of juggling at Ringling Museum

Filmmaker and juggler Paprika Leaverton hosted a juggling workshop at Ringling Museum alongside the premiere of her film “The Queen’s Influence – The Vanishing Culture of Hiko in Tonga.”

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
April 18, 2023

Siesta Photo Bomber hopes to keep beachgoers smiling

“It’s refreshing," Larry Frankel says. "I'm passing on good vibes. I just want to see people happy.”

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
April 17, 2023

SPD takes the torch for Special Olympics run

The run to benefit Special Olympics athletes will pass through Sarasota on April 21.

East County
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
April 17, 2023

Art Center Sarasota addresses mental health in Latino community

A panel discussion on mental health issues impacting the local community accompanied Karen Arango’s photography exhibition "Rearview Mirror"/"El Retrovisor."