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  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 24, 2013
Youth baseball tournaments coming to Sarasota

Prospect Wire will host its Florida state finals for four age groups of high school baseball players June 8 through 12, at Ed Smith Stadium and the Buck O'Neil Sports Complex.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 29, 2020
Critic's Picks

Who's expected to win the Oscar, and who should

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • June 3, 2020
Spirit of America: Jeanette Nowaski

The Bay Haven kindergarten teacher has found unique ways to connect with her students while learning online.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Gabby Jarosz whips down the slide.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • August 8, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Dream Oaks Summer Camp

Each week throughout the summer, Dream Oaks Summer Camp offered themed weeks for children with special needs, ages 7 through 17. Aug. 4 through Aug. 8, campers participated in the camp's spin on the Olympics, with activities such as a popcorn toss and backyard obstacle course housed at the Foundation for Dreams facility.

  • East County
  • News
A proposal to relocate a historic Longboat Key cottage to a more visible location could backfire, a letter-writer says.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 3, 2017
Letters to the Editor for Longboat Observer

Readers sound off on key issues

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
A toddler tests out a possible Halloween costume as she races around the track.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • October 15, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Strider World Championship

Children ages 2 to 5 competed in the 2011 Strider World Championship at the Sarasota BMX Track this weekend.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Andy Youngs, Clara McGonigle and Carol Fischbein at last year's Christmas Bazaar.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 16, 2016
Your Calendar: St. Mary Christmas Bazaar

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Toys for Tots donation box in the lobby of the Longboat Key Police Department has been a busy place of late.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 28, 2017
Gifts roll in at Longboat Key Toys for Tots donation site

Unwrapped toys are welcome in lobby of police station.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Mark Kroll’s career spans more than 50 years, during which he’s appeared as a recitalist, concerto soloist and chamber musician on four continents. Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 20, 2019
Professional harpsichord artist Mark Kroll shares his passion for playing

Kroll will celebrate the living legacy of the harpsichord at a concert March 24 at Faith Lutheran Church.

  • Arts + Culture
Sophia and Hannah Hritz
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 17, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Dig the Beach Volleyball Tournament

Volleyball enthusiasts packed Siesta Key Beach Saturday, June 15 and Sunday, June 16, for the annual Dig the Beach volleyball tournament. Professionals and amateurs of all ages competed in the tournament as fans and family watched on.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Five-year-old Landon Marshall receives some last minute advice from his father, Steve, before stepping into the batter’s box.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 3, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Bible Baptist Church baseball camp

Bible Baptist Church held its eighth annual baseball camp July 28 through Aug. 2. Thirty kids, ranging in age from 8 to 12, hit the diamond for this year's camp. Players participated in a variety of hitting and fielding drills before dividing into teams for a series of scrimmages.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 19, 2018
Florida Highway Patrol to hold DUI Wolfpack Operation this weekend

There will be an increased law enforcement presence on area roads Saturday night and Sunday morning.

  • East County
  • News
Dylan Wojcik with volunteer Michelle Chrzczonowski and surfing instructor Jacob Shields
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 11, 2010
Seasoned surfers hang-10 with kids

About 80 special needs children ages 3 to 17 headed Nov. 6 to Siesta Key Beach for the Hang 10 for Autism event, which was organized by the Center for Autism Research and Education.

  • Sarasota
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The Free family is excited about the installation of a playground at Risen Savior Lutheran. It marks the start of a preschool program. Pictured are Kristin and Pastor Caleb Free with their children, JoJo, Clay and Aaron.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 23, 2019
Lakewood Ranch church aims to open preschool

Risen Savior Lutheran Church in Lakewood Ranch preps for preschool opening.

  • East County
  • News
Kylo Phillips, 3, tries on a pair of vision impairment goggles.
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • October 22, 2019
Mobility Challenge takes over Selby Library

Lighthouse Vision Loss Education Center celebrated White Cane Safety Day with Mobility Challenge Without Sight on Oct. 19.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Harvard University president Lawrence Bacow (second from left) and his wife, Adele Bacow (far left), receive a tour of Booker High School on Wednesday afternoon.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • March 2, 2020
Harvard president visits Booker High, speaks to students

Harvard University president Lawrence Bacow was impressed with Booker High School's students and resources.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch's John Annis and Regina Morris give out juice drinks to trick-or-treaters, which works well for those frequently hot Halloween nights.  Some trick-or-treaters drink them right away.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 26, 2018
Candy combat in Lakewood Ranch area

Parents offer alternatives to traditional Halloween sweet treats.

  • East County
  • News
Lee Byron, Kathryn Shea, Kristen Theisen and Ellie Decker.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • January 25, 2019
Junior League gains advice from elected officials

Margaret Good, Tom Knight, Charles Hines and Jane Goodwin spoke to League members Jan. 25.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lauren Potts, Wofford Duncan, Dylan Williams, Becky Cowsert, Cyle Pigott and Dani Horowitz
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • July 31, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Foundation for Dreams Camp

Foundation for Dreams held the last session of its Dream Oaks Camp July 29 to Aug. 2. The session, for children ages 7-17, featured activities such as swimming, adaptive golf, obstacle courses, drama, arts and crafts, canoeing and scavenger hunts.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • September 6, 2017
Longboat Key Obituaries: Sept. 7, 2017

Susan Lohr Alexander and Gerda Smith died.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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