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Sarasota | Neighbors

Sarasota City Vice Mayor Suzanne Atwell and Sarasota County Commissioner Carolyn Mason.
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  • Amanda Morales
  • February 26, 2016
Sarasota Chamber welcomes back Baltimore Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles are the guests at the 9th annual reception by the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Jolanta Sobolewski, Dan Wiseman and Tim Smalley have won the Observer's photo contest for February.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 26, 2016
Congratulations to this month's winners of our photo contest!

Jolanta Sobolewski, Dan Wiseman and Tim Smalley have won the Observer's photo contest for February.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Samantha Bisceglia, of Sarasota, submitted this photo of an early morning sunrise on Siesta Key.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 25, 2016
Sarasota weather page photo: Feb. 25

Samantha Bisceglia, of Sarasota, submitted this photo of an early morning sunrise on Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Carley Honish laces up her hard shoes for practice.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 25, 2016
Drake dancers line up for world championships

The Drake School of Irish Dance set a personal record by qualifying 12 students to the World Irish Dancing Championships.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Artist HC Morgan talks with Diana Butler at the 2015 Sun Circle Art Festival.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 25, 2016
Sarasota calendar 2.25.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Feb. 25.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Allan Bazzy waves from the floating cottage docked in front of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 23, 2016
Blue cottage floats on Sarasota Bay

Visitors and residents wonder about the origins of the houseboat in the shape of a cottage docked near Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 23, 2016
UPDATE: Sheriff's Office reports problems with 911 calls

Verizon is currently having issues with its 911 circuits and callers may experience problems.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 22, 2016
Plein Air painters spend the day at Historic Spanish Point

Plein Air Painters of the Suncoast host day two of Paint Sarasota Paint Out at Historic Spanish Point.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Corey, Jett, Risa and Skate Segal
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 22, 2016
Movie night starring Temple Sinai

Temple Sinai saves the day with showing of "The Incredibles."

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Fran Mangino sketches out the Guptill House.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 19, 2016
Historic Spanish Point sets the scene for artists

Plein Air Painters of the Suncoast host day two of Paint Sarasota Paint Out at Historic Spanish Point.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Rowan rides in on a bicycle during a performance for grandparents and friends at Out-of-Door Academy.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 19, 2016
ODA welcomes 'grandfriends' for day on campus

Grandparents and family friends share a day with students learning the recipe for success.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Pamela Williams submitted this photo of a little blue heron at Celery Fields.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 19, 2016
Sarasota weather page photo: Feb. 18

Pamela Williams submitted this photo of a little blue heron at Celery Fields.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Susan Kelley during a rare time when she's not Florence, Italy which serves as the inspiration for her latest book "Ciao Pussy!"
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 18, 2016
An American in Florence

Susan Kelley’s latest book “Ciao Pussy!” documents her 16 years abroad as a resident of Florence, Italy.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Photo by Jack Short. The new pavilion and walkway at Siesta Key Beach will be open to the public on Saturday, Feb. 20 after two years of construction.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 18, 2016
Sarasota calendar 2.18.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Feb. 18.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota County Commissioner Christine Robinson presents a proclaimation celebrating the 20th anniverary of CYD to CEO Karen Bogues, Sarah Marin and former commissioner Shannon Staub.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 17, 2016
CYD celebrates 20 years developing young leaders

Sarasota County Commissioners recognize Community Youth Development on its 20th anniversary.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Girls Inc. of Sarasota County Executive Director Angie Stringer with 2016 Girl of the Year Tyesha Brown
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 16, 2016
SHS senior named Girl of the Year

Girls Inc. of Sarasota County names Tyesha Brown as the 2016 Girl of the Year

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sir Ken Robinson answers questions from guests at the luncheon portion of the lecture.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 16, 2016
Ken Robinson discusses education reform across the globe

RCLA Town Hall welcomes known TED Talk speaker Sir Ken Robinson.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 15, 2016
Selby Gardens celebrates 40th with The Orchid Show

The Orchid Show at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is open through March 27.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jackie Cutrone walks down the runway.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 12, 2016
Sarasota Garden Club fashion show flourishes

Sarasota Garden Club hosts designer Sigrid Olson for Tutta Bella Fashion show.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
JFCS President and CEO Rose Chapman with Sarasota County Commissioner Carolyn Mason
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 12, 2016
JFCS strives to bridge the gap in Newtown

Jewish Family & Children's Services host "Bridging the Gap" luncheon and panel.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Niki Muller captured this shot of a sandhill crane teaching her chicks to feed near Palmer Park.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 11, 2016
Sarasota weather page photo: Feb. 11

Niki Muller captured this shot of a sandhill crane teaching her chicks to feed near Palmer Park.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
AJC Regional Director West Coast Florida Brian Lipton and AJC Regional President Anne Virag
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 11, 2016
AJC kicks off Lunch & Learn series

The American Jewish Committee hosts the 2016 Winter Lunch & Learn series.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
File Photo. Kim and Cecil Calloway renew their vows during the Say 'I do' Again ceremony Feb. 14 on Siesta Key Beach.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 11, 2016
Sarasota calendar 2.11.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Feb. 11.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Rev. Richard Marsden
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 11, 2016
Runners get shower of blessings

Runners receive blessing during Sarasota Music Half Marathon.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Susan Weintraub, Donna Newman and Dana Corn
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 10, 2016
Temple Beth Sholom ladies go Hollywood

The Sophisticated Ladies fashion show at Temple Beth Sholom brings movies and fashion to life.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 10, 2016
Say 'cheese' for our 2016 'It's Read Everywhere' contest

This year's grand prize winner will win $5,000 toward the perfect smile.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 9, 2016
Drake School of Irish Dance to send 12 to Scotland

The Drake School of Irish Dance prepares to send the most students its ever had qualified for the World Irish Dancing Championships.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Party hosts Tinker and Tony Britton were surprised with a customized cornhole game with the group's logo.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 8, 2016
'Our Gang Football' throws complete Super Bowl 50 party

The group 'Our Gang Football' hosts fourth annual Super Bowl party at Gecko's Grill & Pub.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Johnny Rocket and Elizabeth Peake
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 7, 2016
Mardi Gras festival brings the 'Big Easy' to Sarasota

Inaugural Sarasota Mardi Gras Music & Food Festival three-day event starts Feb. 5.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Gavin Michael plays drums for Kettle of Fish as participants race by.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 7, 2016
Music Half Marathon turns up the volume with runners

Runners embraced the cold, windy start for the second Sarasota Music Half Marathon Sunday, Feb. 7.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Southeastern Guide Dogs CEO Titus Herman addresses guests at the inaugural Paws for Patriots breakfast.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 5, 2016
Southeastern Guide Dogs honors veterans with Paws for Patriots

Inaugural event celebrates the success of the Paws for Patriots program that provides dogs for veterans.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Dan Wiseman captured this shot of a storm on the Siesta Key coast.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 4, 2016
Sarasota weather page photo: Feb. 4

Dan Wiseman captured this shot of a storm on the Siesta Key coast.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Christine Gianoplus leads the Hellenic folk dancers before an audience at the 2015 Greek Glendi festival.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 4, 2016
Sarasota calendar 2.4.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Feb. 4.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Courtesy photo. Margaret Buck in her robe and slippers.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 4, 2016
Early birds flock to Mass

Church of the Redeemer welcomes young parishioners in their Pj's.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Rabbi Brenner Glickman leads the group in song and prayer to celebrate Tu B'Shvat.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 30, 2016
Temple Emanu-El sings 'Happy Birthday' to the trees

Temple Emanu-El hosts event for families to celebrate Tu B'Shvat at the Sarasota Children's Garden.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Center, Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota County President and CEO Bill Sadlo with the 2016 Youth of the Year nominees Brittany Alling, Kayla McGann, Rickey Tedesco and Almuta Hawks.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 30, 2016
Boys & Girls Club awards Youth of the Year

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County host the annual Steak and Burger dinner honoring the Youth of the Year.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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