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Zander, 5, Tara, Roger and Kian Ley, 8 at the 2014 Holiday Night of Lights
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 30, 2016
Your Calendar: Holiday Night of Lights

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
In this art piece, multiple shells are used to create a wave design.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 1, 2024
Sarasota Shell Show will combine arts, crafts and science

The event will showcase rare shells and artisanal creations by members of the Sarasota Shell Club.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
SunCoast Blood Centers is urging those recovered from COVID-19 to donate plasma. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 29, 2020
Lakewood Ranch area blood bank needs plasma from COVID-19 survivors

Lakewood Ranch blood bank officials say plasma levels are 'critical.'

  • East County
  • News
The Abbey Theatre's production of "Born With Teeth" runs through March 29 at Asolo Repertory Theatre.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 19, 2024
Asolo Rep offers new take on Shakespeare and Marlowe

"Born With Teeth" playwright Liz Duffy Adams builds on historical evidence to weave an intrigue-filled tale of the playwrights as collaborators.

  • Arts + Culture
Sarasota High senior quarterback Johnny Squitieri threw for 245 yards and a touchdown against Southeast High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 26, 2023
Sarasota High football wants to build on first win under new coach

The Sailors are 1-7 after a 25-6 win over Southeast High on Oct. 20.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 12, 2023
Talk law enforcement with police over a cup of coffee

The Sarasota Police Department will host its next Coffee with a Cop on May 18 at a downtown McDonald's.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 17, 2021
This Week in Sarasota: Nov. 18-24

A look at our favorite events taking place this week

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Sue Wertman and Karen Gardiner
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • October 22, 2023
The Paradise Center raises over $1,000 for breast cancer research

Walkers covered 3 miles, received massages and enjoyed charming company at the annual breast cancer walk.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
AG Lafley helped lead the formation of the Bay Park Conservancy and the opening of the first phase of The Bay.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 30, 2023
Founding CEO returns to helm of Bay Park Conservancy

AG Lafley replaces Stephanie Crockatt, who stepped down after five months on the job.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe celebrates the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in words and song at the Sarasota Opera House.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 9, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Jan. 11-17

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
A variety of yoga classes are offered throughout the week.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 20, 2019
Fun and healthy

There's always something to do.

  • Health
Bricks Smoked Meats at 1528 State St. has been among the restaurants leading the charge to preserve parklet dining as a permanent fixture in downtown Sarasota.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 25, 2023
City proposes plan to make on-street dining permanent

The policy presented would cost Sarasota restaurants at least $13,000 per year plus construction to offer dining in city parking spaces.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Analise Gallant, 6, Yonatan Rachmin, 7;  Isaiah Gallant, 2; Maya Moronta, 9; Jacob Shefrin, 7; Mia Sinanian, 7; Ari Sinanian, 10,
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 12, 2023
Community Shofar Factory attendees make ram's horn trumpets

The event offered the chance to craft shofars, a traditional Jewish musical instrument.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Shortage of courts: It’s not that big of a pickle
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 22, 2023
Shortage of courts: It’s not that big of a pickle

Does Longboat really need more public pickleball courts?

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Dr. Marty Reichgut
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 3, 2024
Sarasota tai chi instructor spurs others to find their potential

Instructor Marty Reichgut, 85, says that thanks to the form of martial arts, he's more agile now than he was as a teenager.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Dakin Dairy Farms owner Karen Dakin has always wanted to be a farmer. This weekend, she will celebrate her livelihood and national dairy month.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • June 6, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: Dakin Dairy Day Festival

From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., June 7, live music, cooking demonstrations, games and other Dakin Dairy Day Festival attractions will take over Dakin Dairy Farms, located at 30771 Betts Road, Myakka City.

  • East County
  • News
Rebecca and Richard Hopkins have been the driving forces of growth and creativity during their long tenure at Florida Studio Theatre, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • October 4, 2023
At 50, FST is the beating heart of Sarasota theater

Richard and Rebecca Hopkins have shaped Florida Studio Theatre from a scrappy upstart into a cultural powerhouse.

  • Arts + Culture
Sisterhood for Good is a group of women who have joined together to make philanthropy affordable.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 3, 2024
Sisterhood for Good makes philanthropy affordable

The Lakewood Ranch nonprofit shows how powerful a group of women can be when they combine forces for a cause.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Michael Hager, a water conservation compliance officer with Manatee County Utilites, takes fifth graders through an interactive watershed model to help students understand the importance of water conservation.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 3, 2024
Tara Elementary students learn about water conservation

Manatee County Utilities put on presentation about the importance of water conservation.

  • East County
  • Schools
Robert E. Willis Elementary School fifth graders Landon Cuervo and Zachary Danahy compete in an alliance with Gilbert W. McNeal Elementary School fifth graders Hayden Laning and Noah Jackson. The two teams will share the points earned.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 22, 2023
Vex program expands in Manatee elementary, middle schools

The School District of Manatee County is pushing the importance of engineering and coding lessons.

  • East County
  • Schools
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