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Mallory Gnaegy
April 2, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Bird Key Yacht Club Style Show ft. The Met

On Thursday, March 29 Bird Key Yacht Club's parking lot and dining room was full of around 170 people for the style show featuring fashions from The Met Fashion House Day Spa and Salon on St. Armands Circle. It was their largest turnout ever. The fashions featured in these photos can be purchased from The Met, 35 South Blvd of the Presidents.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 2, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Studio 20 Teas and Tutus

Sarasota Ballet's Studio 20 held a Teas and Tutu tea party for mothers and daughters Sunday April 1.

Sarasota
News

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 2, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: St. Martha's Crawfish Festival

A day filled with activities, games, rides, music and crawfish; St. Martha Catholic School's Cajun Crawfish Festival did not disappoint. With plenty to do kids got to have fun in the sign while the parents enjoyed their piles of crawfish.

Sarasota
News

Rachel S. OHara
April 2, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Jazz Brunch in the Park

All Faiths Food Bank Jazz Brunch in the Park was a big success, Sunday, April 1, out at Phillippi Estate Park.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 2, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Walk for Wishes at Southgate Mall

Westfield Southgate Mall became a scavenger hunt course on Thursday March 29 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation's Walk For Wishes. Families started at Dillards and made their way to Saks Fifth Avenue stopping at a dozen activities along the way. In 2011, the Central and Northern Florida Chapter granted 17 wishes in the Sarasota region.

Sarasota
News

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 2, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Firefighter Cook-Off

The 9th Annual Firefighter Rib Cook-Off took place over the weekend and even the rain couldn't put out the heat. Local celebrities judged the 12 Sarasota-Manatee county teams who used homemade BBQ sauce to make their ribs unique. All proceeds benefit the Sarasota Fire Fighters Benevolent Fund.

Sarasota
News

Nick Friedman
April 2, 2012

Siesta Key's No. 1 Beach sign restored after vandalism

Some Siesta Key residents were worried the No. 1 beach sign was stolen, however, the sign had been vandalized a few weeks ago and sent for repairs.

Siesta Key
News

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 2, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Garden Club 75th Flower Show

Sarasota Garden Club has a lot to celebrate about. Not only is this year is their 85th birthday but this weekend they held their 75th annual flower show. Unlike their first show in 1931, which had no theme, this year's theme was Diamond Jubilee. The show was a combination of mid-century and modern floral designs. Neighboring garden club members entered as well, bringing the Sarasota-Manatee community closer. The Sarasota Garden Club supports community projects such as scholarships. The club promotes gardening, horticulture, teaching environmental and ecological conversation and the beautification of the community.

Sarasota
News

Kurt Schultheis
April 2, 2012

Commission to review park bench issue today

Sarasota city commissioners will decide at today's regular meeting whether to keep benches out of Selby Five Points Park.

Sarasota
News

Robin Hartill
April 2, 2012

Commission to discuss site plan for Rooks property

W. Howard Rooks is seeking approval of a site plan that would allow him to maintain the existing building formerly occupied by Mattison's.

Longboat Key
News

Michael Eng
April 2, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Robert A. Uihlein Jr. Memorial Cup

Schroeder-Manatee Ranch presented the Robert A. Uihlein Jr. 14-goal Memorial Finals April 1, at the Sarasota Polo Club. Attendees enjoyed an afternoon of polo action and the "Underwater Adventure" tailgating contest, sponsored by the American Red Cross.

East County
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
April 1, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: The Mighty Masquerade

The Siesta Key Kiwanis Club held their annual Tropical Nights fundraiser incognito this past Saturday, March 31, at Michael's on East.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
April 1, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Face Autism Egg Hunt

Face Autism sponsored an Egg Hunt, Saturday, March 31, at Ashton Elementary.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
April 1, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Treasure Hunt at GGL

Gulf Gate Library held their 2nd annual Treasure Hunt for kids ages 2 - 13, Saturday, March 31.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
April 1, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: CMHS presents Schoolhouse Rock Live!

Cardinal Mooney High School had a lot of fun performing 'Schoolhouse Rock Live!' this past weekend. Some of the most memorable songs include 'Three is a Magic Number', 'Just a Bill', 'Conjunction Junction' and 'Elbow Room'.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
April 1, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Hounds and Gowns Gala

East County residents showed their support for local rescue dogs during the Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch's Hounds and Gowns Gala March 31 at the Lake Club Guests enjoyed dinner and drinks, a live auction, raffle drawings, aerial artist performances and more. Proceeds from the event will go towards the purchase of a new shelter.

East County
Neighbors

Black Tie Staff
March 31, 2012

Orchid Ball

Black Tie

Jen Blanco
March 31, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Manatee County Track Championships

The Braden River and Lakewood Ranch High boys and girls track teams ran and jumped to first-place finishes at the Manatee County Championships March 31 at Manatee High. The Lady Mustangs scored 220.5 points to win the girls title while the Lady Pirates finished third (95.5). The Lakewood boys team finished second (128) and the Braden River boys finished fourth (103). Kristin Zarrella led the way for Lakewood, winning the 400 (in a school record 1:00.81) and the 800 (2:23.36), along with running a leg of the winning 4x400 team. Olivia Ortiz won the 1600 (5:01.17) and Devin McDermott won the 3200 (11:15.08). The Lady Mustangs also won the 4x800. Alex Latham won the high jump with a jump of four feet, eight inches and Rheya Jackson won the triple jump 30-06.5. Braden River's Bridget Lanier was a double winner, posting victories in the pole vault (9 feet) and long jump (15-05.5). Across the track, Lakewood's Joshua Napier won the 800 (2:07.22) and Lennie Twenty won the high jump (5-10). Braden River's Austin Fox won the pole vault (11-06).

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
March 31, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Egg Drop Parrish

Thousands of eggs fell from the sky much to the delight of hundreds of Manatee County children, as Woodland, The Community Church held its Egg Drop Parrish event March 31 at Buffalo Creek Park.

East County
Neighbors

Heidi Kurpiela
March 31, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: iconcept 2012

Art Center Sarasota's fourth annual art-meets-fashion runway show featured hula-hoop dancers, fire spinners, food trucks and a lot of unconventional designs.

Arts + Culture

Michael Eng
March 31, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch Easter Eggstravaganza

Hundreds of Lakewood Ranch kids grabbed their baskets, donned their Easter best and hit the fields for Lakewood Ranch Community Activities Corporation's annual Easter Eggstravaganza March 31, at Greenbrook Adventure Park. In addition to the Easter egg hunt, the event featured, pony rides, a petting zoo, deejay, arts and crafts, and of course, photos with the Easter Bunny courtesy of the East County Observer.

East County
Neighbors

Michael Eng
March 31, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Bayside Community Church Eggolution

Hundreds of pint-sized hunters flocked to Bayside Community Church's annual Eggolution Easter Egg Hunt March 31, at the softball fields at Lakewood Ranch High School. Following the hunt, families enjoyed a plethora of activities, including inflatable obstacle courses, a rock-climbing wall, bungee challenge and free hot dogs.

East County
Neighbors

Black Tie Staff
March 30, 2012

'La Fete du Fromage'

Black Tie

Jen Blanco
March 30, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Bashaw Elementary Jump for Fun

Students at Bashaw Elementary School showed off their jump roping skills and techniques during the school's annual Jump for Fun March 28. Fifth-grade students demonstrated a variety of tricks, including a line of fire, frogs and triple back flips, among numerous others, before the rest of the school joined in on the fun. The event served as the culmination of a fundraiser in which students raised $6,865.81 for the school's art, music and physical education programs.

East County
Schools

Nick Friedman
March 30, 2012

Sarasota County Sheriff's Office Honors Employees of the Year

Sarasota County Sheriff Tom Knight Tuesday, March 27, recognized the 2011 Employees of the Year.

Sarasota
News

Eddie Kirsch
March 30, 2012

March 30: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota, and Siesta Key.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
March 30, 2012

Colony unit owners to discuss Club Holdings plan

Colony unit owners will see a detailed presentation about plans for the resort but will not vote on a plan next week.

Longboat Key
News

Kurt Schultheis
March 30, 2012

Selby hosts 'Paint the Town READ'

The event will feature author meet-and-greet sessions, book discussions, an open-microphone session and a book sale to benefit the Friends of Selby Library

Sarasota
News

Robin Hartill
March 30, 2012

Firefighters to hold open house

Longboat Key Fire Rescue will hold an open house tomorrow at the department's north station.

Longboat Key
News

Observer Staff
March 30, 2012

SCORES: Lady Thunder wrap up regular season with wins

The Out-of-Door Academy girls tennis team closed out its regular season with a pair of victories over Lemon Bay March 27 and Cardinal Mooney March 28.

East County
Sports

Observer Staff
March 30, 2012

SCORES: Pair of EMB teams earn victories

The Bulldog Navy Wildcat and Red Panther teams both earned victories March 24.

East County
Sports

Black Tie Staff
March 29, 2012

The Glitz at the Ritz-Carlton: The Schoenbaum Humanitarian Award Luncheon

Black Tie

Black Tie Staff
March 29, 2012

Spring Fling

Black Tie

Eddie Kirsch
March 29, 2012

March 29: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota, and Siesta Key.

Siesta Key
News

Observer Staff
March 29, 2012

The Observer Group wins 17 awards in editorial contest

The Observer Group won 17 awards in the 2011 Local Media Association Editorial Contest. Diversions, The Observer's arts and entertainment section, won first place in its division for the second year.

Arts + Culture

Eddie Kirsch
March 29, 2012

Giving Challenge totals $2.4 million

The 36-Hour Giving Challenge resulted in 10,705 donations totaling more than $2.4 million.

Sarasota
News

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