Southside Village Business Association held its annual Southside Village Holiday Stroll on Dec. 13.

The "Dancing Under The Stars" party was held Dec. 13.

Lakewood Ranch's Holidays Around the Ranch a jolly time for all

The Reading Buddies of Christ Church celebrated Christmas with their students.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota held its north Sarasota clubs holiday party on Dec. 12.

The Longboat Key Physics Club enjoyed dinner and good conversation.

The women of Longboat Key golfed and frolicked in a festive way.

The innovation center's first fundraiser was held Dec. 12.

The Chairman's Circle dinner revealed the annual lights show Dec. 12.

Temple Emanu-el hosted a book fait at Barnes and Noble on Dec. 8 for kindergarten classes at Wilkinson Elementary School.

Rabbi Samantha Kahn started with Temple Sinai in July.

Members mingled on the beachfront and looked forward to the new year.