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Mariela Shaker has recently performed and spoken at the White House, Pentagon, United Nations, Arab American Institute and more. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 20, 2019
Violinist Mariela Shaker to share survivor's song at Church of the Redeemer

Syrian refugee Mariela Shaker uses her violin to spread awareness and a message of respect.

  • Arts + Culture
Jenny Aldrich Walker stars in "Kimberly Akimbo." Courtesy.
  • By Paula Atwell |
  • February 6, 2013
Theater Review: 'Kimberly Akimbo'

"Kimberly Akimbo" is a darkly ironic comedy/drama centering on the short life of a 16 year-old suffering from progeria, a rare rapid-aging disease.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 3, 2010
Candidates debate issues

A forum held Tuesday, March 2, in the cultural media room of the Longboat Key Center for the Arts, allowed leaders of community groups and the approximately 60 people in attendance to ask questions of the commission candidates vying for three commission seats.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Laura Cole oversees the Builder Program and marketing at Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 15, 2019
Quarter Forward

Builders crave more space in Lakewood Ranch — for nearly 5,000 residences combined. Schroeder-Manatee Ranch has delivered on the demand.

  • LWR Life
The Committee at Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch organized the school's first Apple Gala.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 1, 2010
News Briefs 12.02.10

The new Parent Committee at Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch hosted its first Apple Gala at The Polo Grill and Bar.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 24, 2010
Building Permits

These are the largest building permits issued by the Longboat Key Planning and Zoning Department for the week of Feb. 12 through Feb. 18, in order of dollar amounts. (GMD = Gulf of Mexico Drive)

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The new location will feature Eileen Fisher's signature collection, shoes and accessories.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • January 13, 2011
Eileen Fisher opens in Pineapple Square

The 1,900-square-foot store was designed by the company's in-house architecture team, which renovated the building's façade but left the original roof and trusses intact.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 26, 2014
Former Chevron owner shifts gears

Robby Self now operates Grooms Motors & Automotive, at 5608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, where he provides auto repair and maintenance.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Photo Courtesy Kayleigh Omang
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • March 30, 2020
Black Tie & Tales takes a short hiatus

Spring events make the jump to next season, and more.

  • Black Tie
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 7, 2012
Longboat Library discusses options with Sarasota County

County officials attended a Longboat Library board meeting Nov. 5 to listen to members' thoughts on library service.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
"Raisin" runs through Nov. 11 at Westcoast Black Theatre.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 15, 2018
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe stages powerful take on 'A Raisin in the Sun'

Lorraine Hansberry’s saga of a struggling black family is portrayed through beautiful songs in 'Raisin.'

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Kyle Van Frank and Will Luera pose on stage in a promotional image for FST Improv's Triple Play. One safety precaution taken: minimizing the number of people involved in the production. Photo courtesy Sarah Haley.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 25, 2020
Reopening questions loom large for venues, attractions

As some local institutions welcome visitors back, others are working together on strategies for opening safely — whenever that's possible.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Shane Donglasan |
  • November 11, 2018
Sand, sun and the circus take over Siesta Beach

The ninth annual  Siesta Key Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival brought the circus to Siesta Beach.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch's Richard Albero has been a lifelong New York Yankees baseball fan. He named each mile of his journey for a Yankees player.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 14, 2019
Writing a book, not just a walk in the park for Lakewood Ranch man

Lakewood Ranch Yankee's fan chronicles walk from Tampa to the Bronx in new book.

  • East County
  • News
Cardinal Mooney athletic trainer Steven Favia and student trainer Tiffany Thompson give senior Andres Linares assistance.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 17, 2019
For HS students, athletic trainers are more than a medical professional

Athletes and non-athletes go them for everything — including knowledge.

  • Health
Martin Hyde lost in last week'   s runoff election to Jennifer Ahearn-Koch and Hagen Brody.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 18, 2017
Martin Hyde has his say

City questions still need answers.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 8, 2009
Cops Corner

For the fourth time this month, police responded to a boarded-up house because of a 911 hang-up call. Police determined there is a problem with the phone line.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Nine-year-old Lane Tomlinson enjoyed participating in a series of tackling drills.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 11, 2015
Young Mustangs tackle the gridiron

Eighty-six players hit the gridiron for Lakewood Ranch’s High’s annual Summer Football Camp, which began June 8 and runs through June 12.

  • East County
  • Sports
Katerina Sommers used cracker tags from her mother’s store to make her iconcept jr. dress. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • September 14, 2017
Trend Setters: iconcept jr. participants put their imagination to the test

Young designers challenged their creative instincts by designing an outfit out of recycled materials for the upcoming iconcept jr. fashion show.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • June 21, 2019
Our Precious Freedoms: Bill Sterbinsky

For this Marine Corps veteran, the events of 9/11 put his desire to serve his country in perspective.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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