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Mallory Gnaegy
October 31, 2011

PHOTO OF THE DAY: Doctor's Office Dress Up

Winnie Schroeder, Kathryn Winn, Amanda Wilson, Dr. Pam Letts, Gerri O'Brien and Bella Letts get into the Halloween spirit at Centre Shops Family Practice.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Rachel Brown Hackney
October 31, 2011

New workshop planned on metals ordinance

Sarasota County and the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office will hold a workshop at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, to discuss proposed changes to a county ordinance regulating the purchase of secondhand goods, precious metals and scrap metal.

Sarasota
News

Rachel S. OHara
October 31, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: NewGate International Children's Day

Students at the NewGate School celebrated International Children's Day, Monday, Oct. 31, at the NewGate campus.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
October 31, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Southside Elementary Book Character Parade

First-graders today paraded around Southside Elementary School's campus to show off their favorite book characters.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Kurt Schultheis
October 31, 2011

City encourages appliance rebate program

Time is running out to replace home appliances and receive rebate money through a program offered to residents living within city limits.

Sarasota
News

Robin Hartill
October 31, 2011

Judge denies Key Club motion to dismiss challenge

Judge Charles Roberts denied the Key Club's motion to dismiss a writ of certiorari challenge.

Longboat Key
News

Pam Eubanks
October 31, 2011

VIDEO: Flash mob 'thrills' students at Haile Middle

As part of a flash mob, about 100 students at Haile Middle School performed the dance from Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' video in the courtyard of the school at 9:05 a.m.

East County
Neighbors

Pam Eubanks
October 31, 2011

Manatee County to host workshops

Manatee County commissioners and the Children's Services Advisory Board will meet Nov. 1.

East County
News

Eddie Kirsch
October 31, 2011

Roadwork updates for week of Oct. 30

Projects continue on Interstate 75, U.S. 301, U.S. 41, state Route 789, state Routes 758, 72, 78 and 681.

Siesta Key
News

Jen Blanco
October 31, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: MOMS Club of Lakewood Ranch Halloween Party

Dozens of children didn't let a little rain earlier in the day keep them from putting on their costumes and heading out to Summerfield Park Oct. 29 for the MOMS Club of Lakewood Ranch's annual Halloween Party. Children enjoyed music, games, crafts, candy and snacks and a pumpkin carving contest, among other activities.

East County
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
October 31, 2011

Premier Sports Campus to host 2011 Development Academy Winter Showcase

The Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch and U.S. Soccer recently announced the 2011 Development Academy Winter Showcase and Nike International Friendlies will be held in early December at the Premier Sports Campus.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
October 31, 2011

Mustangs sweep county meet

The Lakewood Ranch High boys and girls varsity and JV cross country teams were all victorious at the Manatee County Championships Oct. 29 at the Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch.

East County
Sports

Pam Eubanks
October 31, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: International Beer Festival

East County residents tipped their glasses for local charity during the International Beer Festival Oct. 29 at Lakewood Ranch Main Street. Festivities included samplings of more than 100 craft and specialty beers, live music, a costume contest and more.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
October 31, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Harvest Moon Bash

Students at Braden River Elementary School enjoyed a trunk-or-treat, games, inflatables and more during the school's Harvest Moon Bash Oct. 29.

East County
Schools

Pam Eubanks
October 31, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Boo Run

Dressed in their Halloween best, East County residents ran to support Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Manatee during the annual Boo Run event Oct. 29 at Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

East County
News

Mallory Gnaegy
October 30, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Pumpkin Carving

Area Geisha, Anakin Skywalker and ninja got together for a Halloween pumpkin carving at Longboat Key Club and Resort Harbourside Grille Deck on Sunday, Oct. 31. The children and their parents enjoyed lunch and some parents joined in the pumpkin carving. There was a costume contest and a pumpkin-shaped piÃ±ata.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
October 30, 2011

PHOTO OF THE DAY: Puppy love

This Weimaraner puppy got lots of love at the 12th Annual Firehouse Chili Cook-Off Sunday, where she was seen snoozing on the shoulder of her owner.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
October 30, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Morton's Gourmet Market's 12th Annual Firehouse Chili Cook-Off

Local firehouses competed in the 12th annual Firehouse Chili Cook-Off Sunday, on Osprey Avenue.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
October 30, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Waldorf Sarasota Halloween Fest

Waldorf Sarasota held their annual Halloween Fest and Lantern Walk Sunday, Oct. 30, at Pine Shores Presbyterian.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Black Tie Staff
October 30, 2011

Safe Sex: Halloween Bash

Black Tie

Black Tie Staff
October 29, 2011

Oceanic Evening 'Black, White and Pink All Over'

Black Tie

Black Tie Staff
October 29, 2011

Payton Wright Foundation Gala 'Ignite Your Senses'

Black Tie

Loren Mayo
October 29, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Southeastern Guide Dogs Bark in the Park

Dog owners brought their furry canine friends out for a day of fun at Payne Park. Proceeds from the event benefit Southeastern Guide Dogs.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
October 29, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Pumpkin Festival

More than 20,000 people were expected to attend the third annual Sarasota Pumpkin Festival at the Sarasota Fairgrounds.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Mallory Gnaegy
October 29, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: SYC Halloween

There were devils everywhere, and it seemed to be hell on earth at Sarasota Yacht Club's Halloween dinner and dance on Saturday, Oct. 29. There were also visits from the King and Queen, Marc Antony, Cleopatra and the Wicked Witch of the West. There was a festive fall-themed menu and entertainment by the Big Z Band.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
October 29, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Family Mask Day

Kids and parents got very creative Saturday, Oct. 29, during Family Mask Day at Artists on the Court.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Pam Eubanks
October 29, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Boo Fest

A slight rain Oct. 28 didn't keep East County families from flocking to Lakewood Ranch Main Street for Lakewood Ranch Community Activities' annual Boo Fest celebration. Attendees enjoyed face painting, games and other family-friendly activities.

East County
News

Jen Blanco
October 29, 2011

Mustangs fall short of district title

With its starting running back sidelined with flu-like symptoms, the Lakewood Ranch High football team fell 42-22 to Largo Oct. 28, allowing the Packers to capture the Class 6A-District 7 title.

East County
Sports

Mallory Gnaegy
October 28, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Eagle Scout Project

Noah Taylor builds a stage for St. Boniface Episcopal Church Preschool for his Eagle Scout project.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
October 28, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Girls Inc goes trick-or-treating

Girls Inc took between 150-200 girls out to trick-or-treat at the offices of Merrill Lynch, UBS, and Boar's Head.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Mallory Gnaegy
October 28, 2011

PHOTO OF THE DAY: Garden Club

Susan Landau and Madelyn Spoll of the Garden Club get presented a check from Hal Christensen with Harry's Continental Kitchens for the wine tasting fundraiser.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Mallory Gnaegy
October 28, 2011

PHOTO OF THE DAY: Garden Club

Susan Landau and Madelyn Spoll of the Garden Club get presented a check from Hal Christensen with Harry's Continental Kitchens for the wine tasting fundraiser.