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  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 1, 2021
No need for speed

Traffic device keeps drivers honest on GMD.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 17, 2009
Honor Sanctuary opens thrift shop

The Paws Attic Thrift Shoppe opened Nov. 14 in Bradenton.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 13, 2009
River Club hosts summer golf league

River Club golf course recently announced the formulation of a new summer golf league. The non-committal league will be held Mondays at 5:30 p.m., June 7 through Aug. 24.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Dora Walters |
  • March 27, 2010
Save Our Seabirds holds rummage sale

Shoppers arrived early March 27 for the Save Our Seabirds rummage sale and found a wide variety items available.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • September 23, 2010
Decorate a bra for a cause

Foxy Lady Siesta Key is raising awareness for breast-cancer by hosting a bra-decorating contest. For $20, Sarasota businesses and individuals can get creative and design the bra of their choice.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 19, 2010
Island Chapel thanks Lord's Warehouse volunteers

Longboat Island Chapel entertained Lord's Warehouse volunteers and their spouses April 26, at the church's Fellowship Hall for an appreciation dinner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 25, 2012
Fall bazaar planning begins

It may be months away, but members of the Lakewood Ranch Women's Club already are gearing up for its fall Bazaar, Boutique and Luncheon to be held in October.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Photo by Loren Mayo
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 1, 2011
Queen of wreaths preps for auction

We recently spotted artist Marcy Chapman surrounded by a sea of wreaths on the floor of the art room at The Glenridge on Palmer Ranch.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Children were excited to pick out food for the homeless. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 24, 2011
Primrose gives thanks with giving

Children at Primrose School in Lakewood Ranch celebrated the Thanksgiving spirit by buying food for the homeless.

  • East County
  • News
Most school items under $15 are included in the exemption.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 12, 2011
Tax holiday starts today

Florida residents can enjoy tax-free shopping on select items today through Aug. 14.

  • East County
  • News
Calvin Boehme
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 28, 2011
Boehme honored with namesake day

On Sept. 10, Calvin Boehme turned 80 years old - and his hometown had a unique gift for him

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Pat Orre and Tricia Taormino take a look at some clothes for sale.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • February 2, 2019
Shop till you drop at Designing Women

The Upscale Sidewalk Sale from Designing Women benefitted the organization.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 30, 2016
Rebecca and Richard Hopkins receive Luminaire Award

The Fine Arts Society of Sarasota honored the two at its annual luncheon.

  • Black Tie
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 26, 2015
Happy birthday to her

East County resident celebrates 102nd birthday

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Ron Zammit of Cakes by Ron with United Cerebral Palsy honorary trustee Joyce Hales.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • March 13, 2016
Too sweet: UCP Chocolate Sundae

United Cerebral Palsy serves up sweets for guests Sunday, March 13 at Michael’s On East.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Cousins Abigail Tallent and Maddie Harrison test out a John Deere tractor.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • March 1, 2015
Orange Blossom Festival

Fun and citrus in bloom at festival

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Vicki Reuter walks for Patti Saunders, who she pushed during the walk.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • March 14, 2015
MS Walk 2015

Community makes strides against MS

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Brides and Formalwear gave away a dozen dresses during the event.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • July 16, 2013
Sarasota Brides and Formalwear donates wedding dresses

Brides Across America is a nationwide charity event that provides free wedding dresses to military brides.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • April 30, 2014
Hot Flash: How to dress 'Southern Chic'

When the Designing Daughters committee first heard about the "Southern Charm" theme for its May 2 "A Fashionable Gala," their first thought was: "What to wear?"

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • March 14, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: Art at the Ranch Fine Art Festival

Award-winning art will be showcased at the 14th Annual Art at the Ranch Fine Art Show Saturday, March 15 and Sunday, March 16 at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
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