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Sarah Glendening, Christina Russi, Executive Director and CEO Kameron Hodgens, Charlene Altenhain and Andrea Lane
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • March 26, 2019
Glasser/Schoenbaum's Spring Luncheon celebrates place making

The Collaboration Celebration was held March 26 at The Westin Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Brigette Kubin, owner of Three Island Monkeys, hosted a book signing by author James Langstaff on Feb. 28 for its latest "Meet the Artist" pop-up event.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • March 3, 2026
Art boutique features local author

The part-time resident author plans to host additional talks.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Uptown Boys will sing you a song, but don't call them The Piano Men. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • August 2, 2022
The best things to do around Sarasota for Aug. 4-10

There's a new exhibit at Selby Gardens taking center stage in Sarasota, and there are also interesting drama and theater options on tap this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Deidra Grace and Sammy Blue perform during Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's production of "Spunk." Photo by Don Daly Photo.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 20, 2015
Theater Review: 'Spunk'

‘Spunk’ cries the blues in Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe production.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Holly Wright’s Forever Frogs is the latest venture for the Payton Wright Foundation.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 5, 2011
Payton's memory inspires business

Lakewood Ranch resident Holly Wright, co-founder of the Payton Wright Foundation, is launching a new business, Forever Frogs.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 2, 2011
Rowing regatta season kicks off

The Sarasota County Rowing Club will host the second annual Sarasota Invitational Rowing Regatta Feb. 26-27 at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota.

  • East County
  • Sports
Judy Saltzman's "Hikers" is one of four pieces in her latest exhibit, "Spirit of America." Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • July 16, 2019
Judy Saltzman's new exhibit at Art Center Sarasota spotlights natural beauty

The local painter's passion for national parks shines through in her new exhibit ‘Spirit of America.’

  • Arts + Culture
Diane Lapinski, Karen Kroll and Peggy Klaasen
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • February 18, 2024
Trash to Treasure sale packs mobile home park clubhouse

Gulfshore of Longboat residents hosted the popular annual thrift sale Feb. 16-17.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Griffin DeRusso. (Photo by Ryan Kohn.)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 26, 2022
East County Athlete of the Week: Griffin DeRusso

The Out-of-Door Academy senior running back leads the Sunshine State Athletic Conference in rushing yards and touchdowns as of Sept. 26.

  • East County
  • Sports
Christine Gianoplus leads the Hellenic folk dancers before an audience at the 2015 Greek Glendi festival.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • February 4, 2016
Sarasota calendar 2.4.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Feb. 4.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By The Insider |
  • April 5, 2013
How to Plan Your SARASOTA FILM FESTIVAL Weekend

How to Plan Your SARASOTA FILM FESTIVAL Weekend

  • Arts + Culture
The town of Longboat Key's public beach access points have been closed since June 30.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • September 8, 2020
Longboat Key's COVID-19 closures continue

Town Manager Tom Harmer issued his latest executive order on Tuesday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Suzy Brenner, Executive Director of the Paradise Center.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 11, 2017
Socializing key to combating loneliness in aging

Local experts weigh in on why socializing as people age is so important.

  • Health
Manatee County offices will be closed Nov. 22-23.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 19, 2018
Manatee County offices to close for Thanksgiving holiday

Parks, preserves will remain open.

  • East County
  • News
Monsters U11 player Ramsey Choueiri attempts to maneuver the ball around a LB3 CP22 Boca U11 Select defender during last year's Rippin' at the Ranch tournament.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 22, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out this week's top East County sporting events.

  • East County
  • Sports
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 18, 2015
Week's best bets: Monday, May 18

Week's best bets: Monday, May 18

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
The mannequin sporting the dress sure could use a pair of red stilettos — size seven-and-a-half.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • March 29, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Best dressed

Eric Cross' "Observer" dress has found a home -- the Sarasota Observer's conference room. Visit our office at 1970 Main St. (fourth floor) to see it!

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 30, 2014
Sailors place seven at Bidwell Invitational

The Sarasota High wrestling team finished third at the 20-team Ryan Bidwell Invitational Jan. 25 and Jan. 26, at Lemon Bay.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A group of homeowners in Willowbrook have been campaigning for KB to buy back their homes, because many properties are severely damaged by water intrusion and other structural issues.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 28, 2012
Willowbrook Association settles with builder

Willowbrook, KB Home reached an agreement that was announced Monday by the homebuilder.

  • East County
  • News
Neal Communities’ “The Harmony” in Central Park is part of a coastal series. It features 2,453 square feet of living area with four bedrooms and a bonus room option.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 20, 2013
Builders show off models

The Home Builder Association's annual Parade of Homes starts this weekend.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
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