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Renovations began Sept. 7 to remodel Starbucks Midtown Plaza with new wood floors, walls — and finally — a drive-through. Stay tuned for the grand-opening celebration and free beverage date by "liking" the store on Facebook.
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  • Loren Mayo
  • September 29, 2010
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: Drive-through dream

Renovations began Sept. 7 to remodel Starbucks Midtown Plaza with new wood floors, walls - and finally - a drive-through. Stay tuned for the grand-opening celebration and free beverage date by "liking" the store on Facebook.

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Previously, Blackburn Point Park's only boating access was to these small docks. A larger boat ramp will soon be added.
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • September 29, 2010
Blackburn Point Park receives grant

The $200,000 will be used to help fund the $3.1 million construction cost.

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  • Observer Staff
  • September 29, 2010
Lady Pirates win volleyball tourney

The Braden River High School varsity volleyball team cruised to a victory at the Charlotte High School Tournament Sept. 25.

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"I feel any décor should have one item that represents each element to create balance," said owner Melanie Ann Denicourt.
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  • Loren Mayo
  • September 28, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Coquillage

Coquillage is a home accessories haven where a clean, coastal look meets European style.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The retail building at 1501 Main St. should be complete in a week, said contractor Ernie Ritz.
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • September 28, 2010
Newest Pineapple Square building unveiled

The construction materials shielding the building at Main Street and Lemon Avenue were removed today, fully exposing it for the first time.

  • Sarasota
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A local firefighter jogs beside one of four pink firetrucks.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • September 27, 2010
Pink Heels Tour clickety clacks to Marina Jack (WITH VIDEO)

The day of pink festivities began with a pink parade down Main Street and culminated with a shopping party from 6 to 9 p.m., at Westfield Sarasota Square. The event benefits Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

  • Sarasota
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The new police headquarters is six floors and 201,000 square feet.
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • September 27, 2010
Police headquarters opens for business

The $46 million new police department building is now open to the public.

  • Sarasota
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Chris Best, Donald Kinghora and Tony Boothby
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • September 26, 2010
ALSO Out Youth Annual Brunch

ALSO Out Youth Annual Brunch

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Bishop Dabney T. Smith and Rev. Frederick A. Robinson bless the new palm ave terrace
    By
  • Maria Amodio
  • September 26, 2010
Church celebrates anniversary and renovations

The Church of the Redeemer celebrated their new Palm Avenue terrace and the 60th anniversary of their downtown Sarasota location on Sunday, September 27th.

  • Sarasota
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Courtney Adams and Rich Schineller
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • September 25, 2010
Black and Red Gala

Black and Red Gala

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Karen Gallagher, Bill and Betsy Satterfield and Bob Gallagher
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • September 25, 2010
BKYC members team up to tailgate

Bird Key Yacht Club members sported their college team attire for a tailgating party Saturday, Sept. 25.

  • Sarasota
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Andy and Judy Zirna
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • September 25, 2010
SYC say aloha to luau

Sarasota Yacht Club members went Hawaiian at a luau held Saturday, Sept. 25.

  • Sarasota
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Grand Knight George Haviland with Pete Cleary
    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • September 25, 2010
Luau Love at St. Michael the Archangel

Leis and Hawaiian shirts brought color to the Knights of Columbus' pig roast luau on Saturday, Sept. 25, at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church.

  • Sarasota
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Sharee Bober, Michelle Anderson and Savannah Bober are ready to participate in the Walk for Kids
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  • Stephanie Hannum
  • September 25, 2010
Day for Kids

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Sarasota County hosted its Day for Kids and Walk for Kids on Saturday, Sept. 25, at the Lee Wetherington Club.

  • Sarasota
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Co-Chairwoman Peggy Sweeny, Simon Mumme, Rita Duclos and Co-Chairwoman Rhoda Beningson
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • September 24, 2010
Meet Me at the Barre

Meet Me at the Barre

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