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Siesta Key | Neighbors

Photos by Molly Schechter Helene Tucker
    By
  • Molly Schechter
  • February 19, 2014
Fitness profiles: the community within the community

Helene Tucker and Lynne Ginsburg are two of many participants who exercise their fitness options at Bayfront Park Recreation Center.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
File photo Unit B-104 at the Sanctuary, 565 Sanctuary Drive, has three bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths and 3,115 square feet of living area. It sold for $1,637,000.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • February 19, 2014
Condominium at the Sanctuary sells for $1,637,000

A condominium in Sanctuary at Longboat Key Club tops all transactions in this week's real estate.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 19, 2014
Choreographing with Love

Choreographing with Love

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  • Neighbors
Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center (SPARCC) volunteer Cynthia McMullin and Director of Community Awareness Jessica Hays
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • February 18, 2014
The Good News: Cynthia McMullin

Through compassion and dedication, SPARCC's mission is to end domestic and sexual violence.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Commissioner Phill Younger expressed concern Tuesday that "we can’t even get participation by the people who are on" the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 18, 2014
Commission considers ZBA change

Ben Feole stepped down from the board for personal reasons but isn't on board with any decision that would eliminate the Zoning Board of Adjustment as a board in the Town Charter.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Table tennis is one of the events of the Gulf Coast Senior Games starting today at venues throughout Sarasota and Manatee counties.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • February 18, 2014
Gulf Coast Senior Games start today

The one-week sporting contest features 16 different events.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Otus
  • February 16, 2014
Ask Otus: Name that Bird! Answers to Pop Quiz

Otus Rufous, an Eastern Screech-owl, was born on Siesta Key and is a full-time resident there. An avid hunter, accomplished vocalist and genuine night owl, Otus is a keen observer of our local wildlife and knows many of nature's secrets. Otus will answer your questions about our amazing wildlife, but only if you Ask Otusâ„¢.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Daisy Franko says her favorite thing about husband, John, is that he’s intelligent.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 14, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Say I Do Again

Couples took to Siesta Beach to affirm their love at the 2014 Say I Do Again Friday, Feb. 14. The ceremony took place at sunset and was led by Magistrate Ed Wilson. Before the ceremony, couples strolled through the village.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Kristen Little, center, with volunteers Chuck and Joan Stahlman at an adoption event in downtown Sarasota. The Sarasota County shelter holds adoption events weekly.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • February 11, 2014
The Good News: Kristen Little

Sarasota County Sheriff's Office Animal Services gives stray animals a forever home by matching them with adoptees.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Alison and Maurene Cozzi spend the day together.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 8, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Crafts Festival

The 20th annual Siesta Key Craft Festival took over Siesta Key Village Saturday, Feb. 8, and Sunday, Feb. 9. Ocean Boulevard was the home of creative vendors from across the country for the weekend. The festival includes homemade jewelry, fresh food and unique artwork.

  • Siesta Key
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Matthew Minor, director of development and community engagement, Harvest House graduate Kristen Kohl, and Erin Minor, executive director of Harvest House
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • February 4, 2014
The Good News: Harvest House

For those struggling with addiction or homelessness, the organization offers social services for a fresh start.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Otus
  • February 3, 2014
Ask Otus: Sarasota Audubon's Christmas Bird Count Results

Otus Rufous, an Eastern Screech-owl, was born on Siesta Key and is a full-time resident there. An avid hunter, accomplished vocalist and genuine night owl, Otus is a keen observer of our local wildlife and knows many of nature's secrets. Otus will answer your questions about our amazing wildlife, but only if you Ask Otusâ„¢.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Every Child Inc. provides prom dresses and tuxedo rentals to low-income students.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 28, 2014
The Good News: Judy Alexander

As CEO of Every Child Inc., Judy Alexander strives to provide equal opportunities for all.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Otus
  • By Otus
  • January 27, 2014
Ask Otus: How to play the mating game

Otus Rufous, an Eastern Screech-owl, was born on Siesta Key and is a full-time resident there. An avid hunter, accomplished vocalist and genuine night owl, Otus is a keen observer of our local wildlife and knows many of nature's secrets. Otus will answer your questions about our amazing wildlife, but only if you Ask Otusâ„¢.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 22, 2014
The Good News: Adell Erozer

Adell Erozer and Turning Points in Manatee use compassion to change the lives of the homeless.

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  • Neighbors
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