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Ben Hammond rocked out on the main stage with his band, Sunday, March 25, 2012 at the 17th annual Giving Hunger the Blues festival.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • November 6, 2015
Giving Hunger the Blues returns to rock Southside Village

Block party features performers and bands to benefit local organizations.

  • Sarasota
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Tyler Abott, of Sarasota, submitted this sunset photo.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 5, 2015
Sarasota photo contest winner: Nov. 5

Tyler Abott, of Sarasota, submitted this sunset photo.

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  • Neighbors
Then Sen. Barak Obama greets supporters at Ed Smith Stadium.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • November 5, 2015
This week in history 11.5.15

A glimpse of the way things were from the archives.

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Courtesy photo. Sienna Steiner
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • November 5, 2015
A word to know: Observer

Students at Southside Elementary School don costumes inspired by vocabulary.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Barb Thomason decides which bowl to take home from Bowls of Hope last year.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • November 5, 2015
Sarasota calendar 11.5.15

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Nov. 5.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • November 2, 2015
Pups parade on J.D. Hamel Park for Howl-O-Ween

The Humane Society of Sarasota County hosted the 18th annual Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest and fun walk on Oct. 31.

  • Sarasota
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Allie Chung's costume was inspired by a series of books by Mo Williams about the adventures of a pigeon.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 31, 2015
Selby tricks and treats with Spooktacular

Families spend Halloween day at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

  • Sarasota
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Kim Couts and Andy ran away with the circus for their clown costumes.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 31, 2015
Pets strut in costume for Howl-O-Ween

The Humane Society of Sarasota County hosts 18th annual Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest and fun walk.

  • Sarasota
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Friendship Centers President and CEO Robert Carter and Pattie Hall.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 31, 2015
BOO-mers bust a move for dance party

Music fans come out for Sarasota Friendship Centers BOO-mers Halloween Dance Party.

  • Sarasota
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Merchants handed out candy to trick-or-treaters in Siesta Key Village in 2014.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 30, 2015
Find the sweet spot for Sarasota trick-or-treaters

Events around Sarasota and Siesta Key for families to celebrate Halloween.

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  • Neighbors
Courtesy photo. Trevor Taylor with his children Austin and Madison.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 29, 2015
Bring Your Own Pumpkin

Brothers Zackary and Jett Manooshian throw annual B.Y.O.P. or Bring Your Own Pumpkin party Sunday, Oct. 25.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Alex Breslin, the Wicked Witch of the West from the Wizard of Oz, holds Java Chip who is dressed as a flying monkey. Dan Plonsky is dressed as a flying monkey as well and is holding Danny, a squirrel monkey.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 29, 2015
Sarasota calendar 10.29.15

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Oct. 29.

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Residents and visitors aboard the temporary ferry that transported people during repairs to the New Pass bridge.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 29, 2015
This week in history 10.29.15

A glimpse of the way things were from the archives.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 27, 2015
Sarasota Pumpkin Festival takes over Payne Park

The 7th annual Sarasota Pumpkin Festival brings entertainment, food and fall favorites.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Zane Zimmerman with his grandmother Jaunita Zimmerman.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 23, 2015
Families flock to Sarasota Pumpkin Festival

The 7th annual Sarasota Pumpkin Festival brings entertainment, food and fall favorites.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Military Academy Sergeant Major Dennis Richardson taught JROTC for seven years.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 23, 2015
Cadets bid farewell to Dennis Richardson

Sarasota Military Academy honors JROTC instructor Sergeant Major Dennis Richardson Sr.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Michelle Bullerdick and Karen Misantone
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 22, 2015
CPC opens doors to community

Pillar of Hope brings support from community to Child Protection Center.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jennifer Miller submitted this photo of seagulls flying by a Big Pass sunset off of Siesta Key.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 22, 2015
Sarasota photo contest winner: Oct. 22

Jennifer Miller submitted this photo of seagulls flying by a Big Pass sunset off of Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
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Emma Knego and Katie Green volunteer at the Pillar for Hope open house at the Child Protection Center in 2014.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 22, 2015
Sarasota Calendar 10.22.15

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Oct. 22.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Bishop Frank Dewane and Father Fausto Stampiglia enter beneath the swords of the Knights of Columbus.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 22, 2015
La bella vita: Father Fausto celebrates 80

St. Martha Catholic Church pastor Father Fausto Stampiglia turns 80 surrounded by friends and parishioners.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 19, 2015
Morton's annual Chili Cook Off sizzles

The 16th annual event serves up chili and collects funds for the Sarasota Fire Fighters Benevolent Fund.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sisters Leila and Brynlee Brewer pain pumpkins together.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 18, 2015
Fruitville Grove hosts families for fall fun

Hayrides, a pumpkin patch and vendors attract families for a day at Fruitville Grove.

  • Sarasota
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Front: Suzanne Dameron, Kathryn Young, Jeanne Dubi, Betty Matthews, Linda Verceles. Back: Ray Young, Mike Dubi, Wade Matthews and Fred Verceles.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 18, 2015
Conservation Foundation honors Audubon Society

The Sarasota Audubon Society received the 2015 Conservation Partner of the Year award from the Conservation Foundation.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jake Bolds wears his father's gear with his mother Tricia Bolds.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 18, 2015
Southside Village heats up for Morton's Chili Cook Off

Sarasota firefighters mix up winning recipes for the 16th annual Morton's Chili Cook Off.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota City Commissioner Susan Chapman and Margaret Cass.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 18, 2015
Hudson Bayou neighbors come together for picnic

The Hudson Bayou Neighborhood Association hosted a gathering for residents.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Guests formed a conga line and went around the room.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 17, 2015
First Church celebrates 25th anniversary for Early Care Center

The Early Care Center at First Church invites families for reunion.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Children rush into the waters in the hopes of taking home a pumpkin.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 16, 2015
Pumpkins float at YMCA Fall Fest

Families take in fall festivities at Evalyn Sadlier Jones branch.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Bryant Niedospial submitted this photo taken at Siesta Beach.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 15, 2015
Sarasota photo contest winner: Oct. 15

Bryant Niedospial submitted this photo taken at Siesta Beach.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Courtesy photo. Students, athletes and members of the community rallied to show support for Eddie Howell in August when he was battling cholangiocarcinoma.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 15, 2015
SHS mentor, coach Eddie Howell dies

Colleagues remember life lessons from former coach and administrator Eddie Howell.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Pumpkins come in all shapes and hues at patches around Sarasota.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 15, 2015
Pumpkin patches sprout up around Sarasota

Perfect for carving, baking and painting, pumpkins have returned for the fall season.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
A print of a photo of the Swan Bandwagon built in 1907 taken by Frederick Whitman Glasier.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 15, 2015
This week in history 10.15.15

A glimpse of the way things were from the archives.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 14, 2015
Mayor participates in walk for safety

City of Sarasota Mayor Willie Shaw experiences how to cross streets while visually impaired.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Melina Prestel takes her position at the startling line.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 10, 2015
Runners finish strong with Phillippi Shores 7K

Students and families participate in Phillippi Shores Elementary 7K and 1-mile Fun Run.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Rob Katz, Elaina Mand, Rabbi Michael Werbow, Dale Root, Denise Cotler, Joel Servetz and Emma Joels
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 9, 2015
Temple Beth Sholom gives back for the holidays

All Faiths Food Bank and Jewish Family and Children’s Services Kosher food pantry to receive food drive donations.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jennifer Walker submitted this photo of shore birds at sunset on Siesta Key.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 9, 2015
Sarasota photo contest winner: Oct. 8

Jennifer Walker submitted this photo of shore birds at sunset on Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lisa Bohn follows Tim Tuohey’s lead on the floor at the monthly Contra dance in March at Fogartyville Community Media & Art Center.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 8, 2015
Sarasota Calendar 10.8.15

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Oct. 8.

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