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  • 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
Beth and Drazen Ahmedic
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 28, 2014
19th annual Evening of Excellence

19th annual Evening of Excellence

  • Black Tie
Peggy Allard, Pat Riley and Marilyn Maleckas
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 28, 2014
Women and Medicine Luncheon

Women and Medicine Luncheon

  • Black Tie
Jay Bell and his son, Jayden, 6, feast on popcorn.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 28, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Freedom Family Social

Families at Freedom Elementary School gathered Feb. 28 for a family social night. Attendees enjoyed popcorn and ice cream and games such as bingo.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 28, 2014
City Commission to revisit Cultural Park plan

At a meeting Monday, commissioners will hear a presentation regarding the 2007 Cultural Park Concept Plan, which the city has not acted on since 2008.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 28, 2014
Booker High School holds grand opening

The centerpiece of the campus is a two-story building built to house student clubs and communities. Construction began in 2010 was completed in December 2013.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Tim Borden, Dana Haise, Brianne Allen and Scott Gross work on their can creation of the Empire State Building.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 28, 2014
Photo of the Day: Canstruction comes to Southgate Mall

Canstruction is a national program aimed to help feed the hungry through art. The Westfield Southgate Mall will become an art workshop and exhibit Friday, Feb. 28 to Monday, March. 10.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Anyssia Cotto, 10, says "cheese" in the shade.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 28, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Tara Elementary Walk-a-thon

Tara Elementary students of all grade levels took turns walking, jogging and running for their annual Walk-a-thon event Feb. 28. The event, designed to get students outdoors and exercising,was hosted on a field nestled in the back corner of the school, which also featured a water and popsicle station for students to retrieve refreshments after working up a sweat. While fundraising for the event was optional, and all students participated in the walk, those who raised money during the door-to-door fundraising effort turned over the donations to go toward the school's future technology needs.

  • East County
  • Schools
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • February 28, 2014
Bridge openings questioned

The U.S. Coast Guard sets the hours of the New Pass Bridge and Longboat Pass Bridge.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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