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By 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

By Mallory Gnaegy |
December 5, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Blessing and lighting of the fleet

A cannon boomed and the lights flickered on. One boat was decked in classic white strands around its rails with red Christmas bows on every pole. It and the rest of the Bird Key Yacht club boats let their little lights shine after a ceremonial blessing from Rev. Red Robinson, of Church of the Redeemer Episcopal, on Saturday, Dec. 3. Attendees enjoyed cocktails before the lighting of the fleet, and followed the ceremony with a dinner.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Mallory Gnaegy |
December 19, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Bird Key Yacht Club Children's Christmas

It was Christmas at Bird Key Yacht Club on and Santa Claus ditched his sleigh and reindeer for a yacht on Dec. 17. Children snacked on holiday cookies and colored crafts - and most of them were inside the lines while they waited. There was also a magic show, and entertainment from Michelle Gallatin playing Christmas carols on her harp.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Mallory Gnaegy |
December 11, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: L'Ambiance Holiday Luncheon

What started as a combined effort of L'Ambiance resident's donations, turned into a charity luncheon four years ago. They have selected different charities over the years, and this is the first year Children's Guardian Fund was selected. L'Ambiance collected sweatshirts and hoodies to be donated to the children with the fund who are removed from their homes and put in a safe place.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Pam Eubanks |
January 26, 2011

Concession, Bistro offer 'culinary carnival'

The Concession Golf Club and the Beach Bistro Culinary joined forces to raise money for the All Children's Hospital Foundation and the Aldo Castaneda Foundation with the Culinary Winter Carnival golf and dining event Jan. 21-22. Participants enjoyed a variety of golfing opportunities, guided fishing excursions and an assortment of food some from of the area's finest chefs as part of the festivities.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
January 5, 2011

Humane Society to host adoption event

Members of the new Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch will have plenty of furry friends with them at the Lakewood Ranch Farmers Market this weekend.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
May 23, 2011

Classic Cops of the Day

Enjoy this classic Cops Corner entry from the Longboat Observer archives.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Observer Staff |
February 16, 2011

Now, we have an app for that!

Now, you can get all your Observer news - on the go.

East County
Neighbors

By Maria Amodio |
January 28, 2011

Economic Outlook Luncheon draws sell-out crowd

A sell-out crowd attended The Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County's 2011 Economic Outlook Luncheon on Friday, Jan. 28, at Michael's On East. A record 380 guests turned out to hear the economic forecast for the upcoming year from keynote speaker Sean Snaith, Ph. D., an economist and Director of the Institute for Economic Competitiveness at the University of Central Florida.

Sarasota
News

By Jen Blanco |
March 4, 2011

GALLERY: Lighthouse Kids Preschool Trike-A-Thon

More than 35 children strapped on their helmets and peddled their hearts out during Lighthouse Kids Preschool's 7th annual Trike-A-Thon. Once they were done peddling, the students enjoyed pizza and other snacks. Proceeds from the event will benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Over the past seven years, the preschool has raised more than $13,500.

East County
Schools

By Nick Friedman |
March 12, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: St. Patrick's Day Dinner at St. Michael the Archangel

In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, church members enjoyed an Irish meal and traditional song and dance Saturday, March 10. Father Dave Cottingham played traditional bagpipe songs, and guests were treated to a visit from members of the Drake School of Irish Dance, who showed off their fancy footwork.

Siesta Key
News

By Yaryna Klimchak |
January 7, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : Thunder by the Bay Motorcycle Festival

Bikers revved their engines at the 15th Annual Thunder by the Bay Motorcycle Festival Saturday, Jan. 5 in downtown Sarasota. The festival began on Thursday, Jan 4 at Michaels Tasting Room and continued through Sunday in downtown. Festival - goers from all across the U.S. came to enjoy the music, the bikes, and the vendors. 'It draws a pretty big crowd,' said Charles Jury a vendor at the festival.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Loren Mayo |
October 11, 2012

Who, What, Wear: Sara Ferguson

Sara Ferguson rocks purple leggings, legwarmers and boots!

Arts + Culture

By Pam Eubanks |
December 7, 2012

WEEKEND BEST BET: 'The Nutcracker'

This weekend's performance of "The Nutcracker" will bring to life a holiday classic.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
January 23, 2013

90th birthday bash is close to home for Seaplace resident Bob Chalphin

Longboater Bob Chalphin didn't have to go far to celebrate his 90th birthday.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Yaryna Klimchak |
March 3, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : Sun Circle Art Festival

Indian Beach and Sapphire Shores neighborhood residents sold fine arts and crafts at the Sun Circle Art Festival Saturday, March 2, in Sun Circle Park to get the community together. Area musicians jammed out while neighbors strolled and chatted with each other. Students from Mingwu Martial arts performed self-defense and kicking demonstrations and area writers conducted readings.