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Siesta Key | Neighbors

An "Ego Leonard" object stands on the Siesta Key Beach Tuesday morning. Photo by Peter van Roekens.
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • October 25, 2011
Giant Legoman washes ashore on Siesta Key

Residents on the north end of the Key and people who regularly walk the Siesta Key beach in the mornings had a big surprise awaiting them today: a large Legoman, about 8 feet tall, had washed ashore from the Gulf of Mexico.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Jamieson Wishman, Derek White and Jared White
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 24, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Dawn of the dead

Zombies stalked Gulf Gate Saturday during the 2011 Sarasota Zombie Pub Crawl.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Draper's Kitchen Aide mixer
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 24, 2011
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Robin Draper

Robin Draper is a Siesta Key native who runs her own website about Florida native cuisine and activities. Draper loves to cook and bake. One of her specialities is her key lime pie.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Dee Rodgers and Sally Pruna got zombiefied for the event.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 22, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Zombie Pub Crawl

It was the night of the living dead Saturday as corpses aimlessly lurched through Gulf Gate.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Commissioner Joe Barbetta poses with Linda and Bob Long and Norma Roembke Friday, Oct. 21, at St. Boniface's.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 21, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Oktoberfest at St. Boniface

St. Boniface and the Siesta Key/Greater Sarasota Republican Club enjoyed an evening full of bratwurst, pork tenderloin, apple strudel, beer and live German music Friday, Oct. 21, at St. Boniface's.

  • Siesta Key
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Dr. Janet Whitlock was surprised by all the people who were in the hospital to greet her and wish her a happy birthday and congratulate her on 30 years as a veterinarian at Beneva Animal Hospital.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 20, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Surprise party at Beneva Animal Hospital

The Beneva Animal Hospital held an open house and surprise birthday and anniversary party on for Dr. Janet Whitlock, Thursday, Oct. 20 at the hospital. Whitlock has been the owner and main veterinarian at the facility for 30 years.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Rev. Dean Taylor
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • October 20, 2011
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Rev. Dean Taylor

Rev. Dean Taylor arrived this month at St. Boniface Episcopal Church, do you know these things about him?

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Michael Dancer, No. 17, makes his way down the field to score a touchdown for the Sarasota Sailors Friday, Oct. 14, during the homecoming game against the East Lake Eagles at Cleland Stadium. Sarasota High lost 38-52. Photo by: Rachel S. O'Hara
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 20, 2011
JUST THE STATS

75 - The percentage of Cardinal Mooney High School students who participate in at least one sport each school year.

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Courtesy Photo.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 20, 2011
Athlete of the Week: Summer Clarkson

Cardinal Mooney High School junior Summer Clarkson was among 80 riders nationally who competed in the equestrian hunter-jumper Marshall and Sterling League National Finals, in upstate New York.

  • Sarasota
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The Village's Safe Treats Halloween observance isn't just for children. File photo.
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • October 20, 2011
Island Beat: Tushes slowly make progress on service station plans

The Tush family, owners of CB's Saltwater Outfitters on Stickney Point Road, slowly are making progress on their plans for the former BP station just to the west of their store.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
The Rev. Dean Taylor is an accomplished cellist who already has performed during one St. Boniface service. Rachel O'Hara
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • October 20, 2011
Neighbors: A focus on faith and fun

When the Rev. Dean Taylor arrived this month at St. Boniface Episcopal Church, he told the staff, 'This is your year to do bold and adventurous experiments, because the stakes are so low.'

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Robin Draper submitted this photo of a couple on a sunset stroll along the Siesta Public Beach.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 20, 2011
Weekly Winner: 'Some Enchanted Evening'

Robin Draper submitted this photo of a couple on a sunset stroll along the Siesta Public Beach.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Outgoing President Gary MacDonald passes the gavel to Rose Marie Tamundy-Casanova. Courtesy photos.
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • October 20, 2011
'Mighty' Kiwanians recognize outstanding club members

The 'Mighty' Siesta Key Kiwanis Club has named Carolyn Kofler its Kiwanian of the Year 'for unwavering support and dedication' to the club and the community.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
This Harmony home, which has six bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 3,637 feet of living area, sold for $870,000. Photo by Rachel S. O'Hara.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • October 20, 2011
Harmony home tops all sales at $870,000

A home in Harmony tops all transactions in this week's real estate. Fred Pflaum, Sarasota, sold his home at 4919 Primrose Path to Scott Wenk, Sarasota, for $870,000.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Erin Luhrsen, Ashlynn Rutherford, Savina Koda, Sofia Koda and Ansley Jackson ran a pink lemonade stand out in the parking lot. Last year the girls raised $57.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 17, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Pink Ladies

Lemonade stands are always a great way for kids to get involved in a fundraiser. These girls made pink lemonade as part of the breast cancer walk, Sunday, Oct. 16 out on Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
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