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Amanda Morales
July 2, 2015

Senior symphonies: love of music creates a community

Residents start musical hobby late in life through keyboard lessons offered at Fletcher Music Center.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
July 2, 2015

This week in history 7.2.15

A glimpse of the way things were from the archives.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
July 2, 2015

Fedder family donates orchid collection to Selby Gardens

Joel Fedder's family ensures his legacy will live on through the donation of his orchid collection to Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
July 2, 2015

Breaking ground

Pine View School senior Reid Devitt spent last weekend leading the project to replant the St. Mary’s Children's Garden at Church of the Redeemer.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
July 1, 2015

Sarasota photo contest winner: July 2

Mary Nell Moore submitted this sunset photo, taken overlooking Sarasota Bay.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
June 30, 2015

AJC hosts Summer Lunch & Learn

AJC's Associate Director of International Affairs speaks at AJC West Coast Florida's Summer Lunch and Learn event

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 30, 2015

Argus Foundation sparks education reform discussion

Business leaders and members of the community met to listen and discuss the solutions for education reform in Florida during the Meet the Minds luncheon hosted by the Argus Foundation Tuesday, June 30 at The Francis Ballroom.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 28, 2015

St. Boniface displays talents with Watercolor Showcase

Following the 10 a.m. service at St. Boniface Episcopal Church, members gathered to admire and purchase completed paintings from the Watercolor group Sunday, June 28.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 27, 2015

Residents dip into Shrimp and Lobster Fest

Residents rolled up their sleeves to dig into the Shrimp and Lobster Fest Saturday, June 27 at the Sarasota Farmers Market.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Kristen Herhold
June 26, 2015

Mote to hold second annual Lionfish Derby

Teams will collect the invasive lionfish species from July 10 to 12.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 26, 2015

07.02.15 Sarasota Calendar

Sarasota events for the week of July 2

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 25, 2015

This week in history 6.25.15

A glimpse of the way things were from the Pelican Press archives.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 25, 2015

Your Town

Your Town Column

Sarasota
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Kristen Herhold
June 24, 2015

Spice & Tea Exchange goes to Bahama

The Spice & Tea Exchange on St. Armands held its monthly chef series at Tommy Bahama on June 23.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Kristen Herhold
June 24, 2015

Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix to propel into its 31st year

The annual grand prix is back with both new events and old traditions.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
June 23, 2015

Sarasota photo contest winner: June 25

Samantha Bisceglia submitted this sunrise photo, taken on Siesta Key.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 23, 2015

All Faiths Food Bank showcases tastes of summer

All Faiths Food Bank expanded the summer food assistance programs to include "tasting tables" with cooking demonstrations and recipes that coincide with the food offerings.

Sarasota
News

Amanda Morales
June 22, 2015

Campers spend a week at Cat Depot Critter Camp

Children spend the week at Cat Depot learning about how to care for animals of all sizes throughout the summer.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 20, 2015

Turtle Inc. putts for Mote

More than 100 people were in attendance for the first annual Turtle Inc. Mini-Golf Tournament Saturday morning at Evie’s Family Golf Center.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 20, 2015

SUP Championship splashes at Siesta Key

Competitors lined up along the shoreline with board and paddles in hand before racing into the waters for the Sarasota SUP Championships Saturday, June 20 at Siesta Key Beach.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 19, 2015

Weekend Best Bets: Sarasota SUP Championships

The Sarasota SUP Race Series is now a single race called the Sarasota SUP Championships. The races will still take place on Siesta Key Beach with several divisions for racers to compete Saturday, June 20.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
June 19, 2015

Van Wezel's Friday Fest on the Bay

Van Wezel hosted Friday Fest on the Bay featuring Kettle of Fish on Friday, June 19, at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
June 18, 2015

Letters to the Editor 6.18.15

Mixed-use would be great option for shopping center; Tree task force will help neighborhoods retain character.

Sarasota
Opinion

Heather Merriman Saba
June 18, 2015

Forever Florida

Former Miss Floridas establish The Forever's Foundation, a nonprofit with a mission to connect former Miss Floridas while supporting the current Miss Florida in her endeavors.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 17, 2015

Preschoolers talk Father's Day plans

With only three days left until Father's Day, the Sarasota Observer interviews students at Forty Carrots Family Center and First Presbyterian Preschool to tell us what they were planning for their dads.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 17, 2015

Residents dash for Siesta Summer Beach Runs

With the sound of an air horn runners took off for a 1-mile fun run down the shores Tuesday, June 16 evening of Siesta Key Beach.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 17, 2015

Girl's start-up help funds sea turtle conservation

Twelve-year-old Lexi Mariash started a company Turtle Inc. to save her favorite animal and partnered with Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Adam Hughes
June 17, 2015

Casey Cove home sells for $2.9 million

Sarasota
Real Estate

Observer Staff
June 16, 2015

Sarasota photo contest winner: June 18

Charles Preston Rawls submitted this sunrise photo, taken at the Sarasota bayfront.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 16, 2015

Sounds of success: Sarasota Memorial Hospital installs piano

The new Steinway & Sons Essex Classic baby grand piano was installed Tuesday for guests and patients to enjoy during the duration of their stays at Sarasota Memorial Hospital.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 15, 2015

Campers spend a week at Cat Depot Critter Camp

Campers adopt a cat for a week and learning about caring for animals.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Morales
June 15, 2015

Watercolor group members paint with all the colors of their whim

Every Thursday, members of the St. Boniface Episcopal Church Watercolor group on Siesta Key bond over a mutual love of painting.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
June 14, 2015

"Celebrating the Stars and Stripes" Flag Day Celebration

The Military Officers Association of America Sarasota Chapter hosted a Flag Day Celebration "Celebrating the Stars and Stripes" on Sunday, June 14, at Sarasota National Cemetery.