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  • By Amanda Heisey
  • November 11, 2013
Watch: Sarasota Medieval Fair

Watch: Sarasota Medieval Fair

  • Sarasota
  • News
Michelle Caulkins and Stephen Francher
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 11, 2013
Key Chorale Annual Fall Luncheon

Key Chorale Annual Fall Luncheon

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 11, 2013
Lakewood upsets Port Charlotte

The Lakewood Ranch High football team closed out its season with a 14-13 victory over Port Charlotte Nov. 8.

  • East County
  • Sports
Charlotte Graver and Sandy Wood
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 11, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Grand Bay Welcome Back Party

Grand Bay celebrated the return of many of its members with a Welcome Back Party on Monday, Nov. 11.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
General John Casey, Dr. Larry Steagall and Dr. William Evanko
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 11, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Island Chapel Tribute to Veterans

On Monday, Nov. 11, the Longboat Island Chapel held a tribute in honor of the brave men and women who made countless sacrifices to protect their country.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Rep. Greg Steube was guest speaker
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 11, 2013
Sarasota Veterans Day Ceremony

After the Veterans Day Parade, a ceremony was held to honor those who have served our country.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Don and Sherrie Duich cheer
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 11, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Veterans Day Parade

Local families came out to thank and honor veterans at the Veterans Day Parade, Monday Nov. 11. The parade went from Main Street and Osprey Avenue down to Gulfstream Avenue. After the parade, a ceremony was held at J.D. Hamel Park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • November 11, 2013
CONA panel to debate 2050 plan

The Sarasota County Council of Neighborhood Associations (CONA) will hold a meeting Monday night, featuring a panel of speakers set to debate the impact of proposed changes to the Sarasota 2050 plan on area urban services.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Congressman Vern Buchanan, R-Longboat Key, said “it’s just not acceptable to lose your home over rising insurance costs” last week at an insurance roundtable.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 11, 2013
'We are being punished'

Congressman Vern Buchanan, R-Longboat Key, is working to suspend an act that has wreaked havoc on insurance rates for property owners living close to the water.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Twenty Plymouth Harbor residents, staffers and family members volunteered for the cleanup. (Photo by Mary Allyn)
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 11, 2013
Shoreline cleanup yields 21 bags of debris

Volunteers gathered for the second consecutive year to clean up Coon Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Manatee County Government offices are closed today, but all Manatee County Area Transit routes will run normally.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 11, 2013
Manatee government offices closed today

Manatee County Government offices are closed today for Veterans Day.

  • East County
  • News
Co-Chairs Peggy and Ken Abt
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 10, 2013
2013 Equality Florida Suncoast Gala

2013 Equality Florida Suncoast Gala

  • Black Tie
Joseph and Elena Balzano
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 10, 2013
Brunch on the Bay - 20th Anniversary

Brunch on the Bay - 20th Anniversary

  • Black Tie
Lakewood Ranch freshman Kahlee York reacts following the Mustangs 3-0 loss to Naples Gulf Coast in the Class 7A-Region 3 finals Nov. 9.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 10, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch Volleyball vs. Naples Gulf Coast

The Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team saw its season come to an unexpected close with a 3-0 loss to Naples Gulf Coast in the Class 7A-Region 3 finals Nov. 9.

  • East County
  • Sports
Ralph Franklin cuts the cake.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 10, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: 238th Marine Corps Birthday

Marine Corps veterans celebrated the U.S. Marine Corps' 238th birthday, Sunday Nov. 10. The celebration included guest speakers and a cake-cutting ceremony. The afternoon concluded with the Marines' Hymn.

  • Sarasota
  • News
East Tennessee State’s Lyn Yee Choo defeated Notre Dame’s Britney Sanders, who is ranked 35th in the nation.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 10, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: 2013 Dick Vitale LWR Intercollegiate Clay Court Classic

Eighteen men's and women's tennis teams from across the nation competed in singles and doubles at the 2013 Dick Vitale LWR Intercollegiate Clay Court Classic Nov. 8 through Nov. 10, at the Lakewood Ranch Tennis Center.

  • East County
  • Sports
Mike Forson, who currently serves in the Army National Guard, with his wife, Angela, and Robyn and Howie Drourr of Michael Saunders & Company, an event sponsor
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 10, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Waterlefe Veteran's Day Charity Golf Invite & Dinner Gala

The Waterlefe Golf & River Club held its first annual Veteran's Day Charity Golf Invitational & Dinner Gala Nov. 9. Proceeds from the event, put on by the Waterlefe Women's Golf Association, benefited the Manasota Operation Troop Support.

  • East County
  • News
Heidi Thomas and the Rev. David Danner
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 10, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: All Angels Welcome Back Brunch

On Sunday, Nov. 10, All Angels Episcopal Church came together for a welcome back brunch in celebration of their members return to Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Randy and Nikki Adams with Andrea and Matt McHugh
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 10, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Stone Crab Celebration and Wine Tasting

Stone Crab Celebration and Wine Tasting wrapped up the third-annual "Bacchus on the Beach" weekend Nov. 9 at Longboat Key Club and Resort.

  • Arts + Culture
Mary Kenealy and Joe Barbetta
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 9, 2013
St. Martha Church 100 Year Celebration Gala

St. Martha Church 100 Year Celebration Gala

  • Black Tie
Hannah Bartholomew and Julia Ryserson had their faces painted.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 9, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Bay Haven Fall Festival

Bay Haven students and their families celebrated fall at the Bay Haven Fall Festival, Saturday Nov. 9. Families enjoyed music, games, races and other outdoor activities.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Bill Hamilton, Carol Fillmore and Fred Fillmore
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 9, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Christ Church Welcome Back Picnic

Christ Church of Longboat Key cheerfully gathered together for a Welcome Back Picnic on Saturday, Nov. 9.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Octavio and Jessica Ortiz with Lisa and John Shepard
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 9, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Suncoast Food & Wine Fest

The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch welcomed hundreds of wine lovers to the Sarasota Polo Club Nov. 9, for the Suncoast Food and Wine Festival.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Brian Hersh came out with his family: Lillian, Lauren and Gideon.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 9, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: ODA Thunder Fun Day

Families at The Out-of-Door Academy enjoyed a morning of school spirit and fun, as ODA hosted its annual Thunder Fun Day event Nov. 9.

  • East County
  • Schools
Anderson Chau runs down the bridge
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 9, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY:Children's Rainforest Garden grand opening

Selby Gardens celebrated the grand opening of the Ann Goldstein Children's Rainforest Garden, Saturday Nov. 9. The garden was opened with a dedication ceremony and a ribbon cutting.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Linda Bengston, Anita Didio and Raye Winthrop
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 9, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Tara Fashion Show

Women at the Tara Golf and Country Club enjoyed lunch during the "Fall into Fashion" fashion show and luncheon Nov. 8.

  • East County
  • News
WWII Marine Corps veteran Don Amick and Luise Sheffield
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Portraits of Service

Fifteen local veterans were honored by the Senior Friendship Centers with Portraits of Service, Friday Nov. 9. Artist Melinda Trick painted the veterans' portraits in secret and unveiled them Friday night. Veterans and their families enjoyed snacks and beverages before the ceremony.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Riverview alumni Trae Gomes, ’03, and Terry Crenshaw,’02
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Riverview and Sarasota High alumni football

Riverview High School hosted an alumni football game against Sarasota High, Friday Nov. 8.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Joyce Wheatland, Alan Wilson, Judy Santry, George Santry, Dennis Wheatland and Neille Wilson
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Bacchus on the Beach

On Friday, Nov. 8, Bacchus on the Beach kicked off the festival weekend with a night of delicious food and fine wine at the Harbourside Dining Room.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Booker running back Marlon Mack scored on runs of 6, 82, 24 and 85 yards to lead the Tornadoes to a 26-14 victory over Cardinal Mooney Nov. 8.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Booker High Football vs. Cardinal Mooney

Booker High running back Marlon Mack scored four touchdowns to lead the host Tornadoes to a 26-14 victory over Cardinal Mooney Nov. 8.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Publix anchored The Ringling Shopping Center, which now stands mostly vacant.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 8, 2013
Court upholds Walmart denial

Circuit Court Judge Kimberly Carlton Bonner denied a legal challenge filed by the owners of the Ringling Shopping Center.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mollie Lafferman, Barbara Faulkner and Lee Gerber enjoy each other's company.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Palm Aire Fashion Show

The Palm Aire Country Club, Sarasota, housed its annual fashion show Nov. 8. Women of all ages came together to dine and check out the newest trends.

  • East County
  • News
Phyllis Black and Ruth Strauss
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Republican Club of Longboat Key

The Republican Club of Longboat Key met at the Harbourside Clubhouse on Friday, Nov. 8 for their monthly meeting.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Four-year-olds Luke Ziegler and Camilla Mohammadbhoy race around the lot.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: All God's Children Trike-a-thon

Children, with their parents and bicycles by their sides, raced around the parking lot of All God's Children Church, Lakewood Ranch, Nov. 8.

  • East County
  • News
The sale includes thousands of books at 25% off regular Goodwill prices.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 8, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: Goodwill Manasota Bookapalooza

This weekend, the annual Goodwill Manasota Bookapalooza returns.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Concerns about the health of Siesta beaches has led SKA to call for public hearings and an independent peer review of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plans to mine Big Pass for Lido Beach sand.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • November 8, 2013
SKA celebrates 65 years

The Siesta Key Association celebrated its 65th anniversary Thursday, meeting to discuss its current agenda while looking back at the history of the community. group.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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