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Ronald and Barbara Archbold
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 24, 2014
Sarasota Opera Co-Producers Luncheon

Sarasota Opera Co-Producers Luncheon

  • Black Tie
  • By Otus
  • February 24, 2014
Ask Otus: But Is It Art?

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
Ann and Sid Friedman with Nancy Guernsey
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 24, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Country Club Shores III Annual Meeting

Country Club Shores III held its annual meeting at the home of Bob and Nancy Guernsey on Monday. Longboat Key Police Chief Peter Cumming and Anne Ross, the Assistant Town Manager of Longboat Key, spoke to attendees before dinner was served.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 24, 2014
Protesters call for Obama impeachment near LBK Publix

Two protestors affiliated with LaRouchePAC brought anti-Obama signs and materials to Longboat Key today.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 24, 2014
Sarasota organizations push for bayfront planning

Led by Visit Sarasota County, a group of organizations have teamed up to begin the process of creating a new master plan for bayfront land around the Van Wezel.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • February 24, 2014
Man charged with strip club death

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office has a Bradenton man in custody for a deadly altercation outside of the Cheetah Club Sunday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Co-Mentor Bob Melberth with this year’s Clients of the Year, Chris and Jennifer Mannering of Bounce Down Under, and Co-Mentor Tom Latimer.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 24, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: SCORE 2014 Award Luncheon

The Manatee Chapter of SCORE held its annual award luncheon Monday, Feb. 24 at Michael's On East. The national program honored chapter volunteers, members and mentors for their dedication and service to helping small businesses in Sarasota and Manatee County. Chris and Jennifer Mannering of Bounce Down Under, were awarded 2014 Clients of the Year.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 24, 2014
Deadline to register to vote is 5 p.m. today

Register by 5 p.m. today to vote in the town's March 25 general municipal election.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 24, 2014
Police charge man with aggravated animal cruelty

Sarasota Police arrested 47-year-old Ephrian Myles Sunday, for allegedly covering his girlfriend's puppy with hot sauce.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Karen Bokor, Judy Vigder, Florence Katz, Robert Vigder and Cheryl Brause
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Beth Israel Florence Katz Tribute Fundraiser

Florence Katz, longtime Temple Beth Israel member, musical director and this year's recipient of the 2013 State of Florida Salute to Senior Award, was honored on Sunday at a Tribute Fundraiser surrounded by her family and friends.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Phil and Judy Fierro with Sharon and Bob Byrne
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Mary, Star of the Sea Golf Outing

St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church held a parish golf outing at the Longboat Key Club Harbourside course on Sunday. After playing 18 holes, the 106 golfers met for dinner, prizes and the announcement of the winning team at the Dining Room.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 23, 2014
Sarasota Polo Club named host for pentathlon world cup final

Local and international officials behind four pentathlon events the Sarasota-Bradenton region will host during the next three years, announced Sunday a venue change for the world cup final in June.

  • East County
  • News
Alberto and Mary Bracho
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 22, 2014
Sarasota Exotic Car Fest: Roaring Twenties Party

Sarasota Exotic Car Fest: Roaring Twenties Party

  • Black Tie
Jessica and Matthew Balno
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 22, 2014
American Technion Society Gala Dinner

American Technion Society Gala Dinner

  • Black Tie
Scott Anderson, Hillary Steele and Tom Koski
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 22, 2014
'A-nu Time' Celebrating the Music Directorship of Anu Tali

'A-nu Time' Celebrating the Music Directorship of Anu Tali

  • Black Tie
Msgr. James McGovern with Kathy and Jim Roche
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 22, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Michael the Archangel

St. Michael the Archangel invited members of the community to celebrate their Irish tradition at Ceili on the Key Saturday, Feb. 22. The inaugural event included live traditional music, Irish dancers and plenty of food.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sisters Kay Mathers and Jill Jaiswal hang out before the program.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 22, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: ADDY Underground

AdFed Suncoast held its annual awards gala, ADDY Underground, Saturday, Feb. 22. The event was held at the Sarasota Square Mall and included an award ceremony honoring People's Choice and Best in Show.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jan and Commodore Lee Peakes with Past Commodore David and Marilyn Powell
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 22, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Bird Key Yacht Club Change of Watch

Bird Key Yacht Club held its annual Change of Watch on Saturday, where Lee Peakes succeeded David Powell. After the installation of the 2014 officers, attendees enjoyed cocktails and dinner.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Pat Marschke, Shelia Weiser and Joe Longtin
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 22, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY:Longboat Harbour Mardi Gras Party

On Saturday, Longboat Harbour residents celebrated Mardi Gras in style with costumes, cocktails and Cajun cuisine.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Two-year-old Kellan Jones plays around on an inflatable obstacle course.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 22, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: B.D. Gullett Elementary's Winter Carnival

B.D. Gullett Elementary students and their families gathered for games and socializing Feb. 22, on the lawn of the East County school, for the annual Winter Carnival.

  • East County
  • News
Gianna and Gabriella Pento fish with their friend Michael McQueeny.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 22, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Youth Fishing Tournament

More than 100 children grabbed their rods and reels and headed to Summerfield Lake for Lakewood Ranch Community Activities Corp.'s annual Youth Fishing Tournament Feb. 22.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Cousins and 3-year-olds Haven Wood and Madeline Barett try to empty toys out of the pool.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 22, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Faith Preschool's Kid's Carnival

Children with painted faces sprinted through the grass during the annual Kid's Carnival Feb. 22 at Faith Preschool, in Bradenton. The family-friendly event featured games, a face-painting booth and a silent auction for patrons. Proceeds benefited the East County preschool.

  • East County
  • Schools
Brantley High School rowers push off.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 22, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Invitational Regatta

Hundreds of youth rowers rowed the waters at Nathan Benderson Park, during the Sarasota Invitational Regatta Feb. 22 and Feb. 23.

  • East County
  • News
Fifteen-year-old Brian Long focuses on the music.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 22, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River High Band Booster's Association's Winter Carnival

The sound of trumpets, drums and other instruments filled the air of the parking lot in front of Braden River High Feb. 22, for the Braden River High Band Booster's Association's Winter Carnival. Proceeds from the event benefit band programs at the East County school.

  • East County
  • News
Monty Childs, with OASIS founders Carol Sparrow and Randolph Locke, and friend Fred Benzing
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 22, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: OASIS Golf Tournament

East County-based Opera is for Animals: Singing is for Saving (OASIS) hosted its first fundraiser golf tournament Feb. 21, at the Palm-Aire Country Club. About 60 golfers hit the greenway for the cause of helping animals.

  • East County
  • News
Jack and Marla Blood with daughter, MacKayla.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 22, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Selby Plant and Garden Festival

The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens held its 39th annual Plant and Garden Festival Saturday, Feb. 22 and Sunday, Feb. 23. Attendees shopped for common and unusual plants underneath one of the garden's banyan trees. The day included lawn games and activities for children, such as building fairy houses.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 22, 2014
University Park woman killed

University Park residents mourn the loss of Susan Murphy, who died Friday after falling beneath her vehicle.

  • East County
  • News
Isaiah Carpenter with Christian and Nicholas Gesualdi
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 22, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Bashaw Lego-tastic Mother-Son Fun Night

Bashaw Elementary School held a Lego-tastic Mother-Son Fun Night Feb. 21. Male students at the school, with their mother, sister, aunt or grandma, built Lego creations, listened to music and ate pizza.

  • East County
  • Schools
Ron and Sania Allen with Sandy and James Ruggerio
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 21, 2014
Sarasota Exotic Car Fest: Luxury Lifestyle Jet Port Reception

Sarasota Exotic Car Fest: Luxury Lifestyle Jet Port Reception

  • Black Tie
Sondra Biller and Karen Harris
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 21, 2014
Sophisticated Strut Fashion Series

Sophisticated Strut Fashion Series

  • Black Tie
Dr. Sylvia Earle with Dr. Michael and Sharon Crosby
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 21, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Mote Marine Laboratory's Tea for the Sea

Mote Marine Laboratory's Giving Circle kicked off on Friday with 'Tea for the Sea' at Harbourside Dining Room. While enjoying high tea, attendees learned about the innovative work done by leading female scientists at Mote and the women who founded it, Dr. Eugenie Clark and Anne Vanderbilt. All proceeds from the event benefit the research, education and outreach of Mote Marine Laboratory.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Katherine N. and Divya M. jump together.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 21, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: ODA Grandfriends Day

The Out of Door Academy held its annual Grandfriends Day Friday, Feb. 21. Students spent the day with their loved ones in the classroom before they showed off their jump roping skills in Jump for Heart.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 21, 2014
FHP monitors for impaired drivers

The Florida Highway Patrol is conducting a DUI Wolfpack Detail Friday in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 21, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: Sarasota Jazz Festival

Enjoy free jazz in the park at the 34th annual Sarasota Jazz Festival's kickoff concert Sunday, Feb. 23 at Phillippi Estate Park.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 21, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: Community Health Fair

More than 25 health-care providers will provide screenings, services and educational material tomorrow at Longboat Island Chapel.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • February 21, 2014
Sarasota County real estate market heats up

In January new listings in Sarasota County sent the area's total inventory to a 32-month high.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
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