Your Observer

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

Pam Eubanks
November 11, 2011

American Red Cross launches Community Challenge

The American Red Cross has secured $100,000 in matching gifts and is seeking help from the community to raise money for the organization.

East County
News

Kurt Schultheis
November 11, 2011

Sarasota City Hall closed today

Sarasota City Hall and various departments are closed today in observance of Veterans Day.

Sarasota
News

Eddie Kirsch
November 11, 2011

POLL OF THE DAY: A good cell tower plan?

Developers are moving forward and agreeing to submit additional documents about the 150-foot stealth cellular tower. Is plan so far a good one?

Longboat Key
News

Jen Blanco
November 11, 2011

Ranch senior named Wendy's High School Heisman national finalist

Lakewood Ranch High senior Devin McDermott was named one of 12 national finalists, of the 48,000 students who applied, for the 2011 Wendy's High School Heisman Award, which honors exceptional students who bring excellence in academics, athletics and community service.

East County
Sports

Observer Staff
November 11, 2011

Top Cops of the Week

Enjoy this week's top Cops Corner stories from all Observers.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Jen Blanco
November 11, 2011

Community sports

Read this week's community sport highlights.

Longboat Key
News

Observer Staff
November 11, 2011

WEEKEND BEST BET:The Block That Roxx

Don't miss 'The Block That Roxx' this weekend. The event is held to celebrate the Siesta Key Crystal Classic master sandsculpting competition.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Robin Hartill
November 11, 2011

Longboat Town Hall closed today

Longboat Key Town Hall will re-open Monday, Nov. 14.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
November 11, 2011

Developers to submit new cell tower documents

Jim Eatrides and Kevin Barile will submit new materials next week.

Longboat Key
News

Jen Blanco
November 11, 2011

Hurricanes roll past Mustangs in regular season finale

The Lakewood Ranch High football team turned the ball over on its opening possession and was never able to recover as the host Mustangs fell to Manatee 38-7 in the regular season finale for both teams.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
November 11, 2011

Pirates win season opener

The Braden River High boys soccer team opened its season with a 7-1 victory over Charlotte Nov. 8.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
November 11, 2011

Lady Pirates win Preseason Classic

The Braden River High basketball team went 2-0 in the Braden River Preseason Classic Nov. 8-9.

East County
Sports

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