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Pat Watral shows Pam Toft how to hold her arm while performing CPR. Toft's husband, Graham, watches.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • February 13, 2023
Longboat residents learn basics of CPR

The course covers the basics of hands-only CPR and the use of an AED.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Artist Tekla installed her "Tree Works" series Wednesday morning.
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • October 6, 2010
Sculptures spotted in Sarasota

New artwork is popping up all over downtown Sarasota this month as part of the Sarasota Public Arts Committee's latest project, 'Intersections.' Twelve artists have been selected to display their work throughout five downtown shopping districts for the next year. The Public Arts Committee will then select one sculpture to purchase as part of the city of Sarasota's Public Art Collection. One of the most recent pieces to go up is a series of four sculptures by North Carolina artist, Tekla, entitled 'Tree Works.' The sculpture is located on Palm Avenue across from Church of the Redeemer.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • January 29, 2022
The Show Goes On at 2022 Circus Arts Gala

The Circus Arts Conservatory returned to the Big Top with its annual gala on Jan. 28.

  • Black Tie
"Dream Street" closes out the festival. Courtesy photo.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • April 26, 2021
Sarasota Film Festival returns with in-person screenings

The virtual and in-person movie festival runs April 30 through May 9.

  • Arts + Culture
Suzy Brenner, Amy Steinhauser, Irina LaRose, Carol Peschel, Sandi Love and Janet Milliken
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 13, 2023
The Paradise Center dances through the decades

The Paradise Center held its annual fundraiser on Feb. 12 to raise money for all the programs it provides Longboat residents.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 24, 2021
Sarasota weather page photo: June 24

Robert Todd captured the afterglow of a sunset on Sarasota Bay.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • In Memoriam |
  • February 28, 2022
James (Jim) C. Huber

James (Jim) C. Huber, 94, of Sarasota, Florida, passed away January 21, 2022.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • March 6, 2019
New Sarasota condo includes a pool on each floor

The Beacon, which is set to begin construction at the end of summer, will comprise six private residences.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Vero Beach’s Rhonda and Macy Levin enjoyed the 2020 fireworks show at Nathan Benderson Park with Sarasota’s Randy and Noel Bryan and Venice’s Nina and Jen Teise.
  • By Mark Bergin and Brendan Lavell |
  • July 1, 2021
Mirth on the Fourth . . . again

The COVID-19 pandemic prompted the cancellations of many Fourth of July events in 2020.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • February 8, 2022
This Week in A+E: Feb. 10-16

Tribute acts and actual legends play Sarasota this week, and theater, concerts and circus artists are also on the bill.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
The fenced property at 203 Garfield Drive includes two buildings, both constructed in 1936. (Photo by Eric Garwood)
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • August 24, 2022
Ringling Estates properties sell for $2.9 million

Two Ringling Estates properties on Garfield Drive top the week's sales at $2.9 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Imani Lee Williams and Jasmine Rush in Asolo Rep's production of "Chicken & Biscuits."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 23, 2023
'Chicken & Biscuits' dives into comedy, complexities of Black culture

Asolo Rep's latest farce, "Chicken & Biscuits," takes a look on the bright side of life and death.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The city already has regulations designed to clear obstructions from sidewalks — including an ordinance prohibiting sitting or laying in an unreasonable manner — but downtown merchants are pushing officials to do more. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 24, 2021
City could restrict sitting, lying down on downtown sidewalks

As merchants voice complaints about individuals on the sidewalk near their businesses, the city is exploring options for new laws. Some officials want to proceed with caution.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Willis Smith executives Dave Sessions and John LaCivita with Howard Tibbals at the groundbreaking of the Ringling Museum Tibbals Circus Museum in 2003.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 31, 2022
Willis Smith celebrates 50 years of impact in the Sarasota and Manatee counties region

Mote, Ringling and schools projects highlight the Lakewood Ranch company's resume.

  • East County
  • Business
The Gulf Coast Lions' on their last day of training camp at Newtown Estates Gym.
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • February 23, 2023
Athletes leap for their dreams with Newtown basketball team

The Gulf Coast Lions are in their fourth year operating and plan to keep giving basketball athletes a second chance to go professional.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Royal Chaffee proudly displays the rock he found.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 21, 2021
Children hunt for painted rocks at the Children's Garden Thanksgiving event

The scavenger hunt was held Nov. 21.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Vice Mayor Mike Haycock, District 4 Commissioner Debra Williams, At-Large Commissioner BJ Bishop, District 2 Commissioner Penny Gold and District 5 Commissioner Maureen Merrigan decipher which projects to prioritize.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • April 23, 2021
Commissioners discuss Town Center site at retreat

Longboat Key leaders discussed several projects, including the future of the Town Center site and Bayfront Park Recreational Center.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 24, 2022
JFCS relies on strong arms to raise money for mental health

Push for Mental Health attracts dozens to do hundreds of pushups for raise money to help youth, teens, adults and seniors.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Overflow from the Myakka River floods Rose and Clyde Alstrom's barn during Hurricane Ian. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 6, 2022
Hurricane Ian gave Myakka family 12 hours of terror

Sarasota's Ashlee Middleton and her family escaped flooding waters with the help of strangers and Manatee County Sheriff's Office.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • December 14, 2021
This Week in A+E: Dec. 16 to Dec. 22

Concerts, comedy shows, festivals, ballet and dance recitals are all on tap in Sarasota's arts scene this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
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