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Meditate on the power of mushrooms with "You Look Like a Fun Guy," an outdoor dance and theater extravaganza on Nov. 13-14 at The Ringling's SunHAT Eco Performance Fest.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • November 13, 2024
The Ringling hosts a free, funky eco fest

Celebrate the environment with music, dance and theater — and pay what you wish.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 23, 2009
Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 6, 2014
News Briefs

Church closes on second location; Animal Services hosts adoption event; County cancels MCAT fares, meetings on election days

  • East County
  • News
The poster for David Berry's "Success/Fail" is now available for free with any in-store purchase of the album. Courtesy image
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • June 26, 2019
Passion knows no distance for local musician David Berry

Berry's latest album, "Success/Fail," was made by friends separated by state lines but brought closer through music.

  • Arts + Culture
Originator of the luncheon Jane Newman with Pat Merriman and Cheryl Clark
  • 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 Observer Staff |
  • November 23, 2010
Spotted: Close crawl

Traffic crawled to a halt mid-Key last week on Gulf of Mexico Drive while a turtle was crossing the street.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Cliff Roles |
  • October 18, 2015
SPARCC's "Amazing Raise" Scavenger Hunt and Party

SPARCC's "Amazing Raise" Scavenger Hunt and Party

  • Black Tie
SPARCC President and CEO Olivia Thomas with board member Susan Kelley
  • By Katie Hendrick |
  • April 26, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: SPARCC Designer Donation Party

The ladies of SPARCC, the Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center, hosted a designer donation party Thursday, April 25, at the Longboat Key Club and Resort's Harbourside Dining Room. Saks Fifth Avenue stylists gave makeup demonstrations for the women who donated items for SPARCC's fall sale to benefit outreach programs for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Central and South American inspired-rainforest includes more than 1,000 plants.
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • November 5, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Selby Gardens' Rainforest Garden

Selby Gardens previewed the Ann Goldstein Children's Rainforest Garden, Tuesday, Nov. 5. Families from Selby's Little Sprouts program were invited to explore the recently finished rainforest before its grand opening. The garden provides an opportunity for families to connect with nature in a fun, safe environment. The garden will be open to the public Saturday, Nov. 9.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Joe Casey performs in "Blue Suede Shoes." Photo by Matthew Holler
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • December 11, 2017
'Blue Suede Shoes' steps back into rock history at FST

The latest Florida Studio Theatre cabaret production tells the first chapter of rock 'n' roll.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The SMA approached city officials along with business leaders and groups in July in an attempt to serve as a facilitator for residents who live near the park.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 1, 2011
SMA reports homeless feedings progress

The Sarasota Ministerial Association is identifying organizations that feed the homeless in Selby Five Points Park so they can be involved in discussions on how best to resolve concerns.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Photo courtesy of Albert Balk The demolition was completed to prepare for the Aria project at 2251 Gulf of Mexico Drive.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 12, 2014
Real Estate Reports

Benedict guest house demolished for Aria project; MSC Foundation awards 2013 grants at LWR office; Rogers Moore joins Coldwell Banker's Longboat Key office

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Sarasota's Alderman MURT includes a rest area with a shade shelter, drinking fountain, benches and tables, and a bike repair station as well as landscaping.  This view looks east, toward School Avenue.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 30, 2026
City's latest transportation link opens Tuesday

Sarasota's Alderman Multi-Use Recreational Trail connects south of the park from School Avenue to Payne Parkway.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 12, 2009
Concession hosts First Tee benefit tourney

The Concession Golf Club and Residences and The First Tee of Sarasota/Manatee today announced they will host their annual golf tournament fundraiser May 26.

  • East County
  • News
The Tampa Tide went 5-0 throughout the tournament, defeating the Airo Athletics 10-1 to capture the Sandlott 12U Wood Bat World Series Championship.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 7, 2012
Extra Innings Sarasota hosts Wood Bat World Series

Extra Innings Sarasota hosted the 12U Wood Bat World Series July 26-29 in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 10, 2012
Lady Pirates, Lady Mustangs race to second-place finishes

The Braden River High and Lakewood Ranch High cross country teams both finished second at their respective cross country meets Sept. 8.

  • East County
  • Sports
Join Emily Walsh for the Observer Daily Headlines.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • January 26, 2012
JAN. 26: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota, and Siesta Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 27, 2011
Mustangs finish second at county championships

The Lakewood Ranch High varsity wrestling team finished second at the Manatee County Championships Jan. 26 at Southeast High.

  • East County
  • News
Bindi Schield with her dog Penny. Courtesy photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • May 30, 2018
Bead Bonanza

Bindi Schield and her dog competed at collecting beads at the De Soto Parade. Penny, the dog, won.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Hayley Walding.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 2, 2017
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 02.02.17

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 02.02.17

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
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