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Sheila Weiss, Michael Goldman, Dr. Helene Lotman, Ellen Goldner, Marion Levine and Sasha Rosin make up the Hope in Bloom committee.
  • By Janet Combs |
  • April 3, 2026
JFCS celebrates 40 years of service at Hope in Bloom

In addition to celebrating its 40th anniversary, Jewish Family & Children's Service of the Suncoast honored Marc & Eve Kanoff.

  • Black Tie
Longboat Key’s Planning and Zoning Board met at Town Hall Tuesday, Nov. 18 to discuss solar panels, building inspections and tree regulations.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • November 25, 2025
Longboat Key to consider adding solar power chapter to town code

Solar panel installations are not prohibited under town code currently but could still lead to code enforcement action.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Larry Thompson and Andy Sandberg shake hands on the site of the Englewood Art Center at 350 McCall Road.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 11, 2026
Hermitage takes over art center from Ringling College

The Englewood property figures into artist retreat's developing plans.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 26, 2026
2026 arts summer camps in Sarasota, Manatee

Check out the arts camps available in Sarasota and Manatee counties this summer.

  • Summer Fun Guide
Rod Brogan and Rachel Moulton star in Florida Studio Theatre's "Birthday Candles."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 10, 2026
Today and tomorrow take the stage in Florida Studio Theatre's 'Birthday Candles'

FST blows out the candles on a lifetime of birthdays during a single play.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Allen Clark set records at The Out-of-Door Academy. Now, his focus has shifted to his future, and what college he'll compete for.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • February 16, 2026
Out-of-Door Academy football star navigates recruiting chaos

Allen Clark, the Thunder's record-setting running back/linebacker has 20-plus offers to play at the next level.

  • East County
  • Sports
Rachel Moulton stars in Florida Studio Theatre's time-travel tale, "Birthday Candles," which runs through May 17 at FST's Gompertz Theatre.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 31, 2026
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for April 2-8

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Doug Melcher is the co-owner of BellaBlue Berry Farm and Winery in Myakka City.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 4, 2026
Myakka City bee and berry farms still standing after historic cold snap

Two Myakka City farms experienced little to no losses, but it took a lot of strategizing.

  • East County
  • News
Samantha Varnam, Jamie Marco and James LaLonde show off some sleepy kittens.
  • By Janet Combs |
  • March 16, 2026
Humane Society of Sarasota puts on pawsh event with Paw Royale

The annual luncheon fundraiser featured fun touches themed around the hit Apple TV show, with its own Sarasota style, all to help Sarasota County animals looking for homes.

  • Black Tie
Junior guard Anthony Bailey (center) was one of several players who couldn't find their offensive groove in Braden River's season-ending loss Feb. 20 to St. Petersburg.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • February 25, 2026
Season ends for Braden River boys basketball in regional semifinals

With 23 victories, the Pirates had their winningest season since 2011-12.

  • East County
  • Sports
Magpie is in training to seek out nests for Sea Turtle Inc.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 4, 2026
Dog from Satchel's Last Resort in training to search out sea turtle nests

Magpie will be one of only three dogs in the country trained to search out sea turtle nests for conservation purposes, according to Satchel's Last Resort.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Debra Williams (standing left) and Penny Gold (standing right) were picked as mayor and vice mayor, respectively, at Longboat Key’s Town Commission meeting Monday, March 23.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • March 24, 2026
Williams picked as mayor, Gold as vice mayor of Longboat Key Town Commission

District 4 Commissioner Debra Williams will serve a one-year term as mayor, replacing Ken Schneier in the position.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ashlan Guengerich will return for Sarasota softball this season after helping the Sailors to the FHSAA Class 7A state semifinals as a junior.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • February 18, 2026
What to know about local prep softball as season begins

The Sarasota area's five teams are back in action this week.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Laura Frye stars in Florida Studio Theatre's "A Night With Janis Joplin," which runs through April 12.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 30, 2026
'A Night with Janis Joplin' is a full-tilt boogie you won't soon forget

Florida Studio Theatre celebrates the singer's soulful artistry with part-concert, part character study.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Sarasota Memorial Hospital's Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 14, 2026
Hospital joins clinical trial of new heart failure treatment

Sarasota Memorial Hospital is part of a global research effort on an option to traditional cardiac resynchronization therapy.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Vito Bavaro underwent knee surgery in December 2025, but despite months of pain and physical limitations, has made his signature impact on the Mustangs' stellar season.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • February 10, 2026
Knee replacement can't keep Lakewood Ranch High coach from his job

Vito Bavaro endures constant paint while his Mustangs boys soccer team make a run at a state championship.

  • East County
  • Sports
Negotiations continue between Manatee County and its two garbage haulers — Waste Management and Waste Pro.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 14, 2026
Bulk garbage pickups likely to return for Manatee County residents

Commission Chair Tal Siddique said adding back curbside bulk pickup was the cheapest and easiest solution available to assuage the public's unrest over recent collection changes.

  • East County
  • News
The resolution sponsored by School Board chair Bridget 
Ziegler passed 3-2.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 21, 2026
Sarasota School Board reaffirms cooperation with ICE, other law enforcement

The resolution passes 3-2 over the objection of dozens of speakers.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
The Sarasota Ballet will perform Ricardo Graziano's "Valsinhas" from Jan. 30-Feb. 2 at FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • January 28, 2026
Sarasota Ballet revives 'Valsinhas' for its fourth program

Portuguese for "Little Waltzes," the piece was choreographed by Brazil-born principal dancer Ricardo Graziano.

  • Arts + Culture
Forward Chase Koski (86) and defenseman Jackson Ellis (4) celebrate a goal Feb. 6 for Lakewood Ranch boys hockey in the Lightning High School Hockey League's title game. The Mustangs have become the premier high school-level team for skaters in the region.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • March 3, 2026
Olympic success for USA Hockey will translate to Sarasota and Manatee counties

Even more enthusiasm for hockey is coming to an area where the sport is already on the rise.

  • East County
  • Sports
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