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Founder of Compeer Sarasota, the local branch of Bunny Skirboll’s national organization, Ann Hartka laughs during a speech at a 2017 Compeer event. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • July 17, 2018
Ann Hartka remembered for her generosity and kindness

The founder of Compeer Sarasota, also known at "The Bird Lady of Sarasota," died July 5.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Two months after county commissioners directed staff to prepare a report on the Siesta Key Parking Public Improvement District, they received five options Oct. 9.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • December 31, 2012
Year in review: October 2012, 'Board abolishes Village parking district'

Sarasota County commissioners voted to end assessments on Siesta Key Village for a municipal parking lot.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 17, 2012
St. Armands BID seeks 10-year extension

The special taxing district will expire Sept. 30, 2013, without a successful referendum vote by landowners.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
U.S. Open Women's Champion Paula Creamer hosted a clinic in honor of The Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club's fifth anniversary.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 23, 2011
Paula Creamer tees off out east

U.S. Women's Open Champion Paula Creamer conducted a clinic for members and their guests in celebration of the fifth anniversary of The Ritz- Carlton Members Golf Club Jan. 22. During the clinic, Creamer provided instructional tips and insight into her winning shots, answered questions and demonstrated some of her shots.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 26, 2013
THEATER REVIEW: 'Crazy for You'

'Crazy for You' runs through Nov. 3, at The Players Theatre.

  • Arts + Culture
Emeril Lagasse and Michael's On East co-owner Michael Klauber.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • January 5, 2015
Celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse showcases Michael's On East

Chef Emeril gives his "BAM!" stamp of approval to Michael's On East in newest episode of television show.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 13, 2013
Observed: East County Observer turns 15

The last 15 years of East County's history have been amazing - with high highs and low lows - but the East County has proved to be strong, resilient and optimistic.

  • East County
  • News
The Siesta Key home at 3500 Bayou Louise Lane was built in 2002. It has five bedrooms, five baths, a pool and 5,656 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 14, 2021
Siesta Key home sells for $8 million

Residential real estate transactions for March 1-5.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • July 21, 2014
Visit Sarasota County to move to Lemon Avenue

After announcing their move from its current location on North Tamiami, Visit Sarasota County will move downtown.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 18, 2018
Deputies investigate report of shot fired on Siesta Key

No injuries reported in the incident on Contento Drive.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 4, 2012
Key concerts begin again

St. Boniface Episcopal Church will kick off its seasonal "Sundays at Six" concert series at 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 9, 2018
'Lion King' roars to Lakewood Ranch stage

Lakewood Ranch High School theater students perform 'Lion King Jr.'

  • East County
  • News
Joe Pfeiffer, the clown at left, poses with Halloween props he keeps at his Lakewood Ranch home. Pfeiffer will be a storyteller at Boo Fest.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • October 21, 2017
Not the same old story at Boo Fest

Master storyteller will tell spooky stories on the parking lot trolley.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • November 24, 2009
Film review: 'An Education'

In her first major role, Carey Mulligan plays Jenny, a 16-year-old A-student bound for Oxford. That is, until she meets the smooth-talking, wildly handsome David (Peter Sarsgaard), who's twice her age.

  • Arts + Culture
Sweet Sparkman Architects, formerly known as TOTeMS Architecture, designed preliminary plans for the Siesta Key public beach pavilion.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 2, 2012
Open house planned for beach project

Sarasota County staff will answer question and record comments from the public about the Siesta Key public beach improvements Nov. 13.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
With an ever-changing menu, executive chef and owner Derek Barnes focuses on rustic, coastal cuisine with an emphasis on fresh seafood.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 28, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Derek's Rustic Coastal Cuisine

This week we went in the kitchen at Derek's Rustic Coastal Cuisine with executive chef and owner Derek Barnes and chef de cuisine Adam Straatman while he prepares the restaurant's Grilled Double Cut Pork Chop, which is served with a hash of sauteed pulled pork, sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts, and finished with a mole sauce.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Downtown-Sarasota-Night
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • December 6, 2013
Weekend best bets: Friday, Dec. 6

Weekend best bets: Friday, Dec. 6

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 16, 2016
Rob Lorei visits the Longboat Key Democratic Club

Members enjoyed lunch at Portofino Ristorante and Bar for their November meeting.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Danielle Calabrese, 17, currently dances ballet at the Diane Partington Studio of Classical Ballet, in Parrish, and with the Silver Stars Dance Team.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 24, 2014
Ranch student dances her way to Macy's parade

Lakewood Ranch Silver Stars co-captain Danielle Calabrese performs in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Thursday.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • June 27, 2016
Bird Key Yacht Club gets tacky

Bird Key Yacht Club hosted a Tacky Tourist party June 25.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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