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The School District of Manatee County will have meals available for e-learners on Jan. 19.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 18, 2021
Meals for Manatee County e-learners available Tuesday

Due to schools being closed Jan. 18, meals will be available curbside Jan. 19.

  • East County
  • News
La Musica Artistic Director (and violinist) Bruno Giuranna — Courtesy photo
  • By Su Byron |
  • March 27, 2019
La Musica International Chamber Festival invites locals to join the conversation

La Musica International Chamber Festival asks audiences to jump into a musical discussion where new voices are always welcome.

  • Arts + Culture
The Players CEO William Skaggs proposed a 30-year lease at $100 a year, and in return would invest $6 million in new retractable seating and other upgrades. It would also take over management of the facility.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 24, 2022
City rejects The Players' plan to lease, manage Municipal Auditorium

Its theater plans at Lakewood Ranch terminated, The Players Centre for Performing Arts is still looking for a permanent home after city commissioners vote to consider more options.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 21, 2021
Retirees repair bikes for people in need

Sarasota resident Tom Ott leads a group of friends in repairing bicycles every week.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 4, 2009
All call: Welcome Back breakfast

Every year, it's a tradition that The Longboat Observer rolls out its annual 'Welcome Back' issue with coffee and breakfast treats for our readers. Visit the Observer office, 5570 Gulf of Mexico Drive, between 9 and 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11 to be among the first to receive your hot-off-press Welcome Back issue, along with a complimentary breakfast. Bring your friends and family for an opportunity to chat with Observer staffers and each other.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Elks Exalted Ruler Jerry Ditty, Luka Schlosberg, Kim Schlosberg and the Elks' Kathy Kathy Dattilo celebrate Luka Schlosberg's achievement.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 4, 2021
Essay hooks Elks' award for Lakewood Ranch 11-year-old

River Club 11-year-old earns $1,500 by winning Lakewood Ranch Elks' patriotism contest.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 18, 2009
The Observer hosts annual welcome back breakfast

The Longboat Observer hosted its annual welcome back breakfast Nov. 11 with coffee and treats from Harry's Continental Kitchens.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Gazpacho at the Reserve Retreat
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • June 2, 2022
Savor Sarasota sets the table for fine dining

For two weeks, dozens of local restaurants will be putting their best meals forward at fixed prices.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
A COVID-19 vaccination is given to a visitor to the Manatee County drive-thru vaccination operation at Tom Bennett Park. (Courtesy of Florida Department of Health-Manatee County)
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • February 9, 2021
Manatee County pharmacies to begin distributing COVID-19 vaccine

Some Publix, one Winn-Dixie in Manatee County to start giving COVID-19 vaccinations

  • East County
  • News
Joy Danner with Ed and Ro Wheeler
  • By Dora Walters |
  • November 7, 2010
All Angels welcome back brunch

There were no speeches but a lot of smiles and warm greetings as members of All Angels by the Sea congregation gathered Sunday, Nov. 7, for a Welcome Back brunch at the Bird Key Yacht Club. The main topic of conversation was "What did you do this summer." The Rev. David Danner visited with members and shared with them news of upcoming church events.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch 7-year-old Brayden Bishop  makes sure to turn  off the water while brushing his teeth.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 29, 2020
Water conservation urged in Lakewood Ranch area as Phase 1 Water Shortage declared

Self quarantine due to the coronavirus provides time to check your home's water efficiency.

  • East County
  • News
Although amenities such as playgrounds will be closed, open park space will remain open and accessible to the public.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 24, 2020
County, city to shut down park amenities

Sarasota County and the city of Sarasota are closing playgrounds and athletic courts Wednesday as part of an effort to combat the spread of COVID-19.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 4, 2021
Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce celebrates Small Business Awards

The winners in four categories were honored at a luncheon on Nov. 4.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Scientists with the Mote Marine laboratory release snook into Sarasota bat Aug. 15 as part of an effort to find the most effective methods to replenish and enhance wild snook populations. Photo Provided
  • By Caleb Motsinger |
  • August 21, 2014
Mote and Florida Fish & Wildlife release snook into Sarasota Bay

More than 2,000 snook were released over three days.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • November 29, 2017
Let the campaigns begin for Longboat Commission

Now that qualification season is over, here's a recap of the Longboat Town Commission candidates.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Myakka City's Kimberley Barr is honored at the Young Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony May 15 at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center in Punta Gorda. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 10, 2022
Myakka City Girl Scout earns gold with Project Prom Dress

Kimberley Barr earns Girl Scouts Gold Award by making prom attire available to students.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 2, 2020
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Hello, is it me you're looking for?

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 24, 2017
Key Niners welcome new members

The club grew by 18 members and greeted some of them with lunch and a round of golf on Jan. 24.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • February 15, 2022
This Week in A+E: Feb. 17-23

Sarasota natives Luca Stine and Adelaide Boedecker dot the Sarasota calendar this week, and there will be no shortage of festivals, concerts, tribute artists and comedy shows to attend.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Dan Houston's life in art became richer when he rekindled his relationship with Judith Turrentine-Houston. (Photo: Spencer Fordin)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • February 23, 2022
Rekindled love leads to new art and new gallery

Dan Houston waited decades of his life to paint, and now he's mastering his art with the help of a new relationship and a new gallery space.

  • Arts + Culture
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