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Ethna and Helen Lynch led the strut around St. Armands Circle.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • March 4, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Armands Circle Mardi Gras

On March 4, the Fat Tuesday fun took over St. Armands Circle with a Mardi Gras strut, led by the Dixieland band Joe Bruno's New Orleans Hot Dogs, the Mardi Gras king and the Sailor Circus. Entertainment continued throughout the evening with marionettes, clowns and musicians.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 4, 2014
The Good News: Friends of Sarasota County Parks' Terry Redman

Friends of Sarasota County Parks is raising $75,000 to pay for half of a feasibility study for a proposed expansion of the Legacy Trail.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • March 4, 2014
Superintendent stops in Ranch for community forum

Manatee County School District Superintendent Rick Mills and other staff will host a community engagement forum for Student Advisory Council (SAC) chairs and members at Lakewood Ranch High School Tuesday night.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • March 4, 2014
Irwin Pastor raised $14,530 through Jan. 31

The Longboat Key Town Commission candidate raised more than double what other candidates brought in during the first two-and-a-half months of the campaign.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • March 4, 2014
Beach University series returns

Beach University is a four-week series of seminars that takes place from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday in March at Siesta Beach pavilion. It is open to the public.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • March 4, 2014
Siesta retailers pushed to comply with outdoor display rules

A Tuesday Siesta Key Village Association meeting highlighted mounting frustration with Siesta retailers, who, some say, are openly defying the existing countywide laws barring the outdoors display of merchandise.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 4, 2014
UPDATE: Cortez Bridge reopens

Longboat Key motorists are being advised to stay clear of the Cortez Bridge while it's closed for a car crash investigation.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 4, 2014
Dowdy posts first shutout

Aidan Dowdy notched his first career shutout to lead The Out-of-Door Academy boys lacrosse team to a 14-0 victory over Admiral Farragut March 3.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 4, 2014
PREP SPORTS: Monday's Tennis Recap

The ODA boys and girls and Booker boys tennis teams all posted victories March 3.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • March 4, 2014
CDD and HOA to hold first joint meeting

Prior to the Heritage Harbour South CDD's monthly meeting at 6 p.m. March 4, the supervisors will meet with HOA representatives to discuss landscaping issues.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 4, 2014
Commission approves $1.5 million land purchase

Commissioners unanimously approved the purchase of a 2.8-acre parcel behind Publix Monday night, citing overwhelming support from residents and surrounding businesses for a future town center.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Nancy Allen, Gina Uliano, Barbara Zdravecky, Kim Boyd, Sandy Groseclose, Deb Ayres and Mary Ann Turner
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • March 3, 2014
Couture in the Courtyard

Couture in the Courtyard

  • Black Tie
Riverview High sophomore Jenna Tarifa finished third in the 100-meter hurdles, crossing the finish line in 18.10 seconds.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 3, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Riverview Ram Invitational

The Booker, Braden River, Cardinal Mooney, Riverview and Sarasota boys and girls track teams hit the track for the Sarasota Riverview Ram Invitational Feb. 28. The Rams won both the boys and girls team titles.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 3, 2014
City Commission steps back from Cultural Park plan

At a meeting tonight, Sarasota city commissioners voted to delay any action on the 2007 Cultural Park Concept Plan until the ownership of adjacent properties is settled.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 3, 2014
Parks board explores funding options

The city's board of Parks, Recreation and Environmental Protection is reaching out to community members to evaluate alternative methods of paying for park maintenance.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • March 3, 2014
Big Pass dredge opponents say 'let it be'

A performance of the classic Beatles song, "Let it be," on an organ towed out to the Big Pass shoal highlights mounting opposition to a proposed U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dredging project.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • March 3, 2014
Commission to consider Casey Key development

Sarasota County commissioners will hold a public hearing Tuesday, to allow a coastal setback variance for a waterfront home on Casey Key.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Judy Strauss and Carol Fillmore fold and sort shirts.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • March 3, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Christ Church Sale Away Preparation

On Monday, Christ Church of Longboat Key began setting up for its upcoming Sale Away, which runs from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 8. At Christ Church's first sale in 2012, over $17,000 was raised and donated to local missions.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lily Russ, 1, and Brenlyn Madison, 1, play Thing One and Thing Two.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • March 3, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Kiddie Academy's Dr. Seuss Party

In honor of Theodor Seuss Geisel, known as Dr. Seuss, recent birthday, students and faculty at the Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch sported construction paper hats and T-shirts with Seuss' signature symbols, such as "The Cat in the Hat," for their Dr. Seuss Party March 3. For lunch, the children munched on green eggs and ham, and later listened to their teachers read various stories by the author throughout the day.

  • East County
  • Schools
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • March 3, 2014
Bay Partner Grant applications are due today

Organizations can receive up to $3,000 for projects that improve the quality of Sarasota Bay and its tributaries.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jake Nolin, Nathan Inverso, Janie Inverso and Kerry and Hunter Walsh all run for Rowlett Elementary School.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 3, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Take Stock in Children 5K

Supporters of education in Manatee County laced up their tennis shoes March 2 and headed to Lakewood Ranch Main Street for the fifth annual Take Stock in Children 10K/5K/Fun Run.

  • East County
  • News
Mari Zevin with Mike and Sandy McAdaragh
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • March 2, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Yacht Club Charitable Foundation Rock & Roll Gala

Sarasota Yacht Club into a concert venue for its Charitable Foundation Rock & Roll Gala on Saturday. Rick Derringer, Larry Crane and many more took the stage after attendees enjoyed cocktails, appetizers and dinner. Proceeds benefitted the Scholarship Program for studies in Marine Science, Marine Engineering or Seamanship.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kathie Troshynski looks at the work on display.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • March 2, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Center for the Arts Community Juried Exhibition

The 5th annual Community Juried Exhibition was held on Saturday at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts. On display until March 27, the art was critiqued by two experienced jurors and awards were given in 2D and 3D art as well as photography.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Tracy, Skye, Anna and Chris Gongas
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • March 2, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Chocolate Sundae

Chocolate lovers spent the day sampling chocolate and sweets at the 2014 Chocolate Sundae Sunday, March 2. The event, also known as the Chocolate Festival, supports the United Cerebral Palsy Sarasota Manatee. More than 40 vendors handed out treated guests to chocolate, candy and baked goods.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Officers are: Josie Melcher, Sarita Chaubal, Teresa Haddock, Maria Cora Gaffar (president), Teresa Phillips, Cora Sanders (vice president), Sandy Wick and Mercedes Rivera.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 2, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Asian Women's Club Orchid Ball

Members of the Lakewood Ranch Asian Women's Club celebrated their heritage March 1 during the group's Orchid Ball event at The Lake Club Grand Clubhouse.

  • East County
  • News
John Boyle and Shannon Fedder with Kelli and Adam Jaco
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • March 2, 2014
Celebration of Imagination 'Vintage Vegas'

Celebration of Imagination 'Vintage Vegas'

  • Black Tie
Steve Dore and Gisele Pintchuck
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • March 2, 2014
Community Humanitarian Award honoring Anne Weintraub

Community Humanitarian Award honoring Anne Weintraub

  • Black Tie
Patricia Anderson, Glo Reber and John Lucas
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • March 1, 2014
Asolo Repertory Theatre Annual Gala 'A Night at the Rainbow Room'

Asolo Repertory Theatre Annual Gala 'A Night at the Rainbow Room'

  • Black Tie
Cynthia Chuang of Jewelry10 laughs as her customers compliment her eccentric and colorful pieces.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • March 1, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Wildlife Art Show and Symposium

The Sarasota Wildlife Art Show and Symposium featured over 40 artists, painters, photographers and various craftsmen on Saturday. The two-day festival began with a walk through Save Our Seabirds before opening to the booths.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Home tour attendees filter in and out of the Barber’s home, the first stop on the tour.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • March 1, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Garden Club's Home Tour

On Saturday, a large crowd of home and garden enthusiasts enjoyed the diverse and unique stops on the 38th annual Longboat Key Garden Club Home Tour.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Carolyn and Vern Billinger
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • March 1, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Bluegrass Picnic

Bluegrass lovers flocked to Siesta Key for the Turtle Beach Bluegrass Picnic Saturday, March 1. The picnic, organized by Benny Kimsey, benefits the American Red Cross. Attendees enjoyed a free lunch of hot dogs and burgers while four bluegrass bands performed until sunset.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Nicole Gilman, Alejandro Cardona, Liam Donovan, Stephen Gilman, and Keira and Ava Donovan
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • March 1, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: 2014 Springfest

Families enjoyed the warm weather at the 8th annual Sarasota Springfest Saturday, March 1. The festival was held in Palmer Ranch and included a dance floor, egg hunt and craft areas. The fun began early Saturday morning with a 5K walk and run, which raised money for the Sheriff's Activities League.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Melissa, Isabella, George and Bryce Busi
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • March 1, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Mixon Blossom Festival

Mixon Fruit Farms celebrated oranges coming into season March 1 at its seventh annual Orange Blossom Festival.

  • East County
  • News
Rosalynn Kiefer makes jewelry out of semi-precious stones.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • March 1, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Waterlefe Art Show

The March 1 Waterlefe Artist Guild Annual Group Show and Sale showcased the community's talents.

  • East County
  • News
Andree Bouret, a Horseshoe Cove resident, with her daughter, Lucie, who is visiting
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • March 1, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Horseshoe Cove Craft Sale

The Horseshoe Cove community hosted its annual Spring Craft Sale March 1, at the RV park.

  • East County
  • News
Sharon Morehouse, Amanda Sessions and Crystal Schroeder show off their orange pride.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • March 1, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Walk MS

Attendees of Walk MS March 1, sported orange accessories, T-shirts and medallions, as they walked and jogged around Lakewood Ranch Main Street to show support for their loved ones affected by Multiple Sclerosis. Proceeds from the event benefited the National MS Society.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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