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Andrew and Kim Tyack with Andy Reeves
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • August 18, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: SK Chamber at King George Pub

The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce held their business card exchange event Thursday, Aug. 18 at The King George Pub. Those in attendance enjoyed catching up as well as meeting new members.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Featured speaker, Daniel Pink and president and CEO of the Patterson Foundation, Debra Jacobs
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • March 9, 2011
GALLERY: Patterson Foundation Luncheon

New York Times and Wall Street Journal best-selling author, Daniel Pink, discussed 'Motivating Students to Become Tomorrow's Innovators and Problem Solvers' at a luncheon held Wednesday, March 9, at the Van Wezel.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • April 10, 2015
Republican Club welcomes new leadership

Longboat Key Republican Club held its final meeting of the season on April 10.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
From left: pianist Mary Green, banjo player Ken Calhoun, clarinet player Jeff Green, bass player Don Mopsick, Kid Dutch, trumpet player Lew Green, drummer Mike Washington and saxophone and clarinet player Henry Blackburn
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • January 6, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Beth Israel jazz concert

The Temple Beth Israel Men's Club presented its New Orleans Jazz and Blues Night on Jan. 7. Kid Dutch and His Florida Friends played an upbeat set for the audience.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Thousands of people watched fireworks over Sarasota Bay at Bayfront Park.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • July 4, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Fireworks Spectacular at Bayfront Park

Thousands of people enjoyed the annual Fireworks Spectacular Thursday, July 4, at Bayfront Park. The grass was packed with people and Zambelli Fireworks put on the show. Zambelli Fireworks also does the fireworks at the Statue of Liberty in New York.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Everglades University Sarasota campus President Kristi Mollis and Bob Knapik.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • August 22, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Grand opening of Everglades University solar energy teaching lab

Everglades University showcased its new outdoor solar energy teaching lab to the public Aug. 21 at the lab's grand opening.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • October 13, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Saks Fifth Avenue VIP Press Brunch and Store Preview

Saks Fifth Avenue opened its doors to press Monday, Oct. 13, for an exclusive preview inside the new 80,000 square foot store.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Second-graders Jackson F., and Blaine B., and fifth-graders Kaki F., and Dabney B., head back to school for their first day. They say hello to classmates after a summer away.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • August 21, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: ODA First Day of School

The Out-Of-Door Academy welcomed back lower-school students Wednesday, Aug. 21, to begin the school year. Students bustled in with new backpacks and pressed uniforms while parents caught up with teachers and each other.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Co-chairs are Trustee Peter Offringa and Allison Gregory.
  • By Janet Combs |
  • November 11, 2024
Artful Lobster raises over $380,000 for Hermitage Artist Retreat programs and hurricane recovery

The sold-out luncheon supported the organization, which provides a place for musicians, writers and artists to create new work.

  • Black Tie
Why they voted the way they did
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • October 4, 2023
Why they voted the way they did

We contacted Florida’s two U.S. senators and three Florida House members from Florida’s west coast to ask why they voted the way they did on the continuing resolution that prevented a government shutdown.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce |
  • July 24, 2025
Siesta Classics

If you're seeking a getaway with a dash of adventure and local charm within driving distance, this list is for you.

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Sponsored Content
Manuel Montenegro and Amanda Govic
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 7, 2024
Sarasota couple turned love of traveling into coffee business

Manuel Montenegro and Amanda Govic of Palma Coffee use their love of traveling and culture to source coffee at origin.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 28, 2022
The Observer's 2022 primary election recommendations

CEO Matt Walsh shares his recommendations for races in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Jay Sparr and Liz Sparr found a water jug during a roadside Rotary cleanup. File photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • June 2, 2022
The ABCs of Longboat Key

A 26-point description of Longboat Key is letter-perfect.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Peter and Carrie Walsh demonstrate the closed dance hold position during rehearsal on March 17 at Empire Dance Studios. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • March 22, 2017
Dynamic Duo: Local ballroom competition will feature new amateur couple

Sarasota Challenge gives Carrie and Peter Walsh the chance to learn the art of ballroom dance — and fall in love all over again.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 28, 2010
Chapel signs cell-tower lease

The Longboat Island Chapel signed a lease July 26 for a 150-foot cell tower to be placed on its property at 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 4, 2011
Cops Corner

A man was pulled over after police noticed he tried to alter his expired tag with a magic marker. He was issued a court summons for multiple violations.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 16, 2014
Our view

Antidote to flood insurance

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
If approved, a 170-room would sit on one acre of land just south of Siesta Key Village.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • October 22, 2020
Residents worry hotel proposals will change nature of Siesta Key

In response to plans for three large hotels on the island, a coalition of Siesta Key residents has formed in opposition.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Father Edward Pick. File photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 6, 2021
St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church founder, gentle giant Father Edward Pick, dies

Pick leaves behind a looming legacy at the Longboat Key church, one that is remembered fondly by congregants.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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