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Rachel S. OHara
November 14, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Medieval Fair part one

The 8th annual Sarasota Medieval Fair started this past weekend out at the Sarasota Fairgrounds and will also take place this coming weekend. Thousands of people came out and participated in games and crafts and were able to enjoy watching jousting tournaments, musicians and even watched a human chess match. This year's theme is "Peasant's Revolt".

Sarasota
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
November 14, 2011

PHOTO OF THE DAY: How Harmonious!

Have you ever met a cowboy with a harmonica on a necklace? We have and we even got a little concert to boot while at the Benny Kinsey's Bluegrass Picnic.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
November 14, 2011

Classic Cops of the Day: Longboat Key

Read one of our favorite Cops Corner entries from the archives.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Robin Hartill
November 14, 2011

PIC to hold reception for Bullock

The Public Interest Committee will host new Town Manager David Bullock at a membership reception.

Longboat Key
News

Rachel Brown Hackney
November 14, 2011

Public comments sought on review of schools

A company undertaking a study of the efficiency of the Sarasota County School District will hold a community open house from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, in the Laurel Nokomis School cafeteria to take public comment on the process.

Sarasota
News

Kurt Schultheis
November 14, 2011

Downtown Sarasota Main Street workshop today

Residents and business owners are invited to choose a Main Street project concept today that will help shape the future downtown project.

Sarasota
News

Kurt Schultheis
November 14, 2011

Duval's New World Cafe holds grand opening

A new downtown eatery called Duval's New World Cafe is holding a grand opening celebration today.

Sarasota
News

Pam Eubanks
November 14, 2011

IN THE KITCHEN WITH: TJ Yannotti

Creekwood resident TJ Yannotti loves Italian food. This recipe is one he created and has become a family favorite.

East County
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
November 14, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Dick Vitale Intercollegiate Clay Court Classic

Seventeen of the top tennis teams from across the country hit the courts for the 2011 Intercollegiate Dick Vitale Clay Court Classic Nov. 11-13 at the Lakewood Ranch Athletic Center. Players competed in singles and doubles tournaments, which count toward individual player rankings. Following the tournament, the players, coaches and sponsors enjoyed an after party at the home of Lakewood Ranch residents Dick and Lorraine Vitale.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
November 14, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Fourth annual Chili Cook-Off

East County residents enjoyed an afternoon of food and fun during the fourth annual Chili Cook-Off Nov. 13 on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch. Guests sampled a variety of chili, as Manatee County Emergency Services battled for the title of the county's best chili. Those in attendance also enjoyed listening to the sounds of Paper Airplanes, got an up close look at several fire trucks and ambulances and climbed a rock wall, among other games and activities.

East County
Neighbors

Michael Eng
November 14, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Suncoast Food and Wine Fest

The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch celebrated its 10th Suncoast Food and Wine Fest Nov. 12, at the Sarasota Polo Club. The event featured more than 300 American and international wines, food from 35 of the area's top restaurants, cooking demonstrations, beer tastings, silent auction, live music and more. Proceeds benefit the charities and projects of the Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch.

East County
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
November 13, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Pearson celebrates 100th birthday with Sands Point

Ursula Pearson turned 100, Saturday, Nov. 12, and has been celebrating for the last couple of days with friends and family. Lois Lesser held a Sands Point birthday bash at her home, Sunday, Nov. 13. Pearson lived at Sands Point for 37 years.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
November 13, 2011

End of the road

The Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team saw its historic season come to a close with a 3-0 loss to Tarpon Springs in the Class 3A-Region 3 finals Nov. 12.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
November 13, 2011

Ortiz wins regional title

Lakewood Ranch High junior Olivia Ortiz captured her first regional title, finishing in 17:49 at the Class 3A-Region 3 meet Nov. 11 at Charlotte Sports Park in Port Charlotte.

East County
Sports

Mallory Gnaegy
November 12, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Stone Crab Celebration

The week closed with the Stone Crab Celebration and Winemaker Auction. Tasting stations manned by guest chefs and culinary chefs prepared dishes showcasing the area, like stone crab claws. Entertainment was provided by live art from artists at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts, a Division of Ringling College of Art and Design and the Ringling College of Art and Design and music from members of the Sarasota Orchestra.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Mallory Gnaegy
November 12, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Cooking Idol

One of the Bacchus on the Beach demonstrations was ''Cooking Idol' - The Healthy Cooking Challenge' where attendees were selected to participate in their own cooking competition. They were judged by Bravo's Top Chef Dave Martin, Adam LaZarre of Villa San-Juliette, 'American Idol' producer, Ken Warwick and Adam Alvarez executive chef from Tampas' Cafe DuFrain.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
November 12, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: 23rd Annual St. Armands Art Festival

Over 175 artists and craftsman displayed their original artwork out on the circle this past Saturday and Sunday.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
November 12, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Pioneer Day

The Sarasota Historical Society held their third annual Pioneer Day, Saturday, Nov. 12, at Crocker memorial church. The event included historic crafts, games and demonstrations as well as live music, a barbacue, a historical trolley ride, docent tours of the Bidwell-Wood House and the cemetery. People also sold a wide variety of crafts inside the church.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
November 12, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Golden Fest

The Golden Retriever Rescue of Southwest Florida held their 3rd annual Golden Fest, Saturday, Nov. 12, out at Historic Spanish Point Park. This was the first time that the festival was held in Sarasota.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
November 12, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Benny Kimsey's Bluegrass Picnic

Benny Kimsey's Bluegrass Picnic brought hundreds of people out to Turtle Beach's pavilion Saturday afternoon. Kimsey also invited the local chapter of the Red Cross to come out and accept donations from the crowd.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
November 12, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: 7th annual Sarasota Walk

The 7th annual Sarasota Walk, put on by the Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Foundation, had more than 100 people participate. Those who participated walked from JD Hamel park, over the Ringling Bridge and back.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Michael Eng
November 12, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Rocky Bottom Bluegrass Festival

Ten Florida-based bluegrass bands strummed into the East County for the first Rocky Bottom Bluegrass Festival Nov. 12, at Linger Lodge. The daylong event featured plenty of music, food and a variety of vendors. Performers included The Florida Mountain Boys, Passerine, Ernie Evans and the Florida State Bluegrass Band, Highway 41, Swinging Bright, Generations Bluegrass, Trail Dogs, Ramblegrass, Little Girl and the Dreadful Snakes and Sharla June and the Mayhaws.

Arts + Culture

Michael Eng
November 12, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Today's Women: Sophistication and Style

The Stoneybrook Dining Out Club, Helping Hands Committee and Harbour Hatties sponsored Heritage Harbour's seventh annual fashion show Nov. 12, at Stoneybrook Golf Club. The event's theme was "Today's Women: Sophistication and Style," and money raised will benefit Cancer Support Community.

East County
Neighbors

Michael Eng
November 12, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Bennett Park Grand Opening

Manatee County commissioners, county officials and Tom Bennett's extended family celebrated the completion of a dream during the Bennett Park grand opening celebration and festival Nov. 12. Former commissioner Jonathan Bruce spoke about the park's long history, and Lakewood Ranch High School's JROTC presented the colors during the ceremony. Commissioner and veteran Larry Bustle raised the American flag for the first time at the park.

East County
Neighbors

Black Tie Staff
November 12, 2011

Saks Fifth Avenue and Nuovo Salon Anniversary Celebration

Black Tie

Black Tie Staff
November 12, 2011

Night of Hope Gala 'Over the Moon'

Black Tie

Loren Mayo
November 11, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Glenridge on Palmer Ranch fifth annual Veterans Day Luncheon

Members of the Glenridge on Palmer Ranch gathered to celebrate their fifth annual Veterans Day Luncheon.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
November 11, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club Armed Forces Golf Tournament

Golfers came out in full force on Veterans Day for Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club's eighth annual Armed Forces Tournament.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Mallory Gnaegy
November 11, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Harold Schneider turns 99

Harold Schneider is a popular man. For his 99th Birthday on Nov. 11, 2011, his friends and family celebrated at Sarasota Sailing Squadron with barbeque and live music. In his 99 years, he has worked with various agencies of the U.S. government, survived a plane crash and lived all over the world: Genoa, Italy; Stockholm, Sweden; Paris, France; American Embassy, Moscow; Iceland, and Cairo, Egypt.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Mallory Gnaegy
November 11, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Plymouth Harbor Celebrates Vets

Plymouth Harbor is full of men (and woman) who served the country. On Veteran's Day, Friday, Nov. 11, a celebration was thrown in their honor. Many dressed in red, white and blue for affair. There was also dinner, drinks and dancing.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Mallory Gnaegy
November 11, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: St. Martha's Catholic School Tailgate

St. Martha's Catholic School prepared for the final game showdown between Cardinal Mooney and Out-of-Door Academy on Friday, Nov. 11 with a tailgate. Some students learned cheers from Cardinal Mooney's Varsity cheerleaders, others got ready for a kick-off and some got cougar tattoos. Rico's Pizzeria and Pasta House catered food.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Mallory Gnaegy
November 11, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Republican Club

In honor of veteran's day, Rear Admiral Steve Branham retired in July 2010 after working for the U.S. Coast Guard for 37 years stopped by the Republican Club of Longboat Key on Friday, Nov. 11 at the Sarasota Yacht Club. He talked to the group about protecting the shores and our freedom.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Pam Eubanks
November 11, 2011

Photo Gallery: University Park 20-year Celebration

The University Park Golf & Country Club hosted a special party for its members Nov. 11 in honor of University Park's 20th anniversary. Guest enjoyed live music, socializing, food and drink and a fireworks show.

East County
News

Michael Eng
November 11, 2011

WEEKEND BEST BET: Suncoast Food and Wine Fest

The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch will host its 10th Suncoast Food and Wine Fest Nov. 12, at Sarasota Polo Club in Lakewood Ranch.

East County
Neighbors

Pam Eubanks
November 11, 2011

Elks pay tribute to veterans

The Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks Lodge 2855 was among several Elks area lodges to hold a special barbecue lunch for veterans, their families and the staff at Pay Pines Hospital recently.

East County
Neighbors

Pam Eubanks
November 11, 2011

LECOM hosts Hospital Day for students

Medical students at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine today learned about clinical rotations and other opportunities.

East County
News

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