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Results for: Top HVAC service in San Diego comes from Reliable Standard Heating & Air’s commitment to excellence

  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY:2012 Sarasota Invitational Regatta

Hundreds of middle and high school and master rowers from across the country hit the water for the 2012 Sarasota Invitational Regatta Feb. 25-26 at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota. Rowers competed in a plethora of races, including singles, doubles, quads, eight-person and novice. For complete regatta results visit www.sarasotainvitational.com.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 23, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Towles Court Art Walk

Art enthusiasts and artists enjoyed a stroll through the Towles Court art district Friday, July 20, as part of the monthly art walk event, which is held every third Friday. Galleries extend their hours and invite guests to walk from gallery to gallery, exploring the art, enjoying light snacks and live music.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • July 13, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Lunch and Learn

Social media professional Lee Silverstein led the second-ever Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce Lunch and Learn series July 12 at Holiday Inn Lido Beach. Attendees took a break from their workdays to learn how to achieve social media success, in particular achieve the most with their LinkedIn accounts.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • May 12, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Adopt-a-Road pick up

The Siesta Key Association and the Siesta Key Village Association sponsored a road cleanup Saturday, May 12. The group of 14 collected a total of 22 bags, nearly breaking a record from a previous outing.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • May 7, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Triathlon and Duathlon sprints

When most were enjoying a lazy Sunday morning in bed on May 6, over 150 individuals from around Florida were having an intense morning workout at the Longboat Key Club and Resort. The Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce hosted a Triathlon and Duathlon sprint series for the first time.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 23, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch Main Street Farmers Market

Dozens of East County residents spent the morning shopping for produce and other gifts while helping support local growers during the Lakewood Ranch Main Street Farmers Market Jan. 21. The market will run from 9 a.m. to noon every Saturday through April 14.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • November 17, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Garden Club Meeting

At the Longboat Key Garden Club Meeting Tuesday, Nov. 15 attendees learned the art of nature printing from Selby Printers JoAnn Migliore and Susan Lang. A nature print is applied pigment to natural objects that is transferred to fabric or paper and it's a great project for people who ca''t draw or paint.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • December 8, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Frosty Frolic

Women from the Women's Golf Association dressed as snowwomen on the golf course at Longboat Key Club and Resort Harborside on Tuesday, Dec. 6, for their annual Frosty Frolic. The get-together celebrates the season with a game of golf followed by brunch prepared by the chefs at Longboat Key Club. Each woman brought an unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Michael Eng |
  • July 2, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Primrose School Red, White and Blue Celebration

Primrose School of Lakewood Ranch students donned patriotic colors and took to the parade route for the school's annual Red, White and Blue Celebration July 1. The parade featured children from several classrooms marching in costumes they created - much to the delight of parents and family members.

  • East County
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  • By Michael Eng |
  • July 12, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Rosaire's Riding Academy

Students at Rosaire's Riding Academy saddled up for a day full of horseback riding fun July 11. Campers started the morning by retrieving horses and ponies from the academy pasture. Then, once back at the riding arena, they honed their riding skills with the help of Ellian Rosaire and her staff.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 16, 2010
Holiday traditions sparkle on Main

Lakewood Ranch Main Street continued to celebrate the holiday season with an array of activities Dec. 15. East County residents enjoyed a visit from Santa, the sounds of the Dickens Carolers, carriage rides and holiday pet photos.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Teseniar |
  • November 21, 2010
Teddy Bear Run rumbles through East County

Bikers from throughout the state motored through the East County for the 13th annual Great Teddy Bear Run Nov. 14. The ride began at The Shoppes at University Center and continued to the Sarasota County Fairgrounds. The event benefited Kids by the Sea, a local non-profit that serves children with cancer.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • December 7, 2010
Golfers hold Frosty Frolic

The weather outside was frightful, but that didn't stop the Longboat Key Club Womens Golf Association from holding their annual Frosty Frolic on Tuesday, Dec. 7, at the Key Club Harbourside Golf Course. The women bundled up in their coziest sweaters, santa hats and even a few reindeer antlers, and headed out for a round of nine holes.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 19, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the East County Observer archives.

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  • Cops Corner
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • May 20, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Family Promises' 3rd Annual Just Desserts

Family Promises' held their Third Annual Just Desserts event Friday, May 20 at Selby Garden's Great Room by the Bay. There were 37 different desserts from 29 different donors as well as a silent auction and raffle.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 25, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the East County Observer archives.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Michael Eng |
  • October 2, 2010
Ranch residents embrace health

Lakewood Ranch Community Activities and Lakewood Ranch Medical Center offered education and fun at the Embrace a Life of Health and Wellness Expo Oct. 2. Attendees were able to participate in a variety of health-related screenings and peruse booths from local practices. Children flocked to the special Kids Zone, which featured a bounce house, face painting and more.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 22, 2011
GALLERY: Art at the Ranch

Hundreds of East County residents and art enthusiasts alike flocked to Main Street in Lakewood Ranch for the 11th Annual Art at the Ranch Fine Arts Festival March 19-20. The event, organized by ArtCenter Manatee and sponsored by LWR Communities LLC, featured painters, photographers, jewelers, sculptors, potters textile artists and more from as far away as California and Maine.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • March 1, 2011
CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: Little Sprout's Club

Selby Gardens' "Little Sprout's Club" met today for a "Tooty Fruity" themed morning. They painted Johnny Appleseed thumbprint apple trees, planted melon seeds, created watermelon slices from construction paper and snacked on yummy fruits.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • March 19, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Shamrock's 4th Annual St. Patrick's Day Block Party

The Shamrock's 4th Annual St. Patrick's Day Block Party rocked the block from 9 a.m. until midnight, Saturday, March 17.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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