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Dr. Wendy Katz
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • March 18, 2014
Temple Beth Sholom Schools appoints new interim director

Dr. Wendy Katz is taking the place of Kavita Vasil, who has held the position for the past 20 years and is moving to Birmingham, Ala., for a new position closer to her family.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Allegiant is one of the top airlines at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 20, 2025
Allegiant adds service between SRQ and Toledo

A new Allegiant Air route to Toledo, Ohio brings to 69 the total of nonstop destinations offered from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 17, 2014
Our View | Learn from others' models

Michael Klauber, longtime Sarasota restaurant entrepreneur and now chairman of Visit Sarasota, probably knows firsthand now what it means 'to herd cats.'

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Kate Flowers is the co-founder of Azara Ballet.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • November 13, 2023
New dance company makes a 'pointe' on mental health, inclusivity

Azara Ballet is a nonprofit contemporary dance company in Sarasota that promotes body positivity and offers outreach programs for the neurodivergent community.

  • Arts + Culture
Eduardo Anaya waves flags in support at Fabulous Arts Foundation's 2022 Be Fabulous arts and music festival
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 9, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for May 11-17

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 3, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Nov. 9

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
christmas
  • By Amy Nance |
  • December 10, 2014
Christmas chillin' with the children

Christmas chillin' with the children

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 5, 2013
Our View: D-Day: Memorial Day cont'd

There are 25 million living American veterans. Since Gen. George Washington commanded the Continental Army, 42 million Americans have served the colors. A million have been killed in its defense. Another million and a half wounded.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 8, 2023
Done with your gun? Turn it in to the Sarasota Police Department

SPD'S Done With the Gun program will accept unwanted firearms and ammunition on May 13.

  • Sarasota
  • News
B.D. Gullett Elementary students Aubrey Balderama and her sisters, Mattison and Harper, wear pink shirts in honor of their grandmother, who is a cancer survivor. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 14, 2020
Pink Out gets personal in Lakewood Ranch

Gullett Elementary brings awareness about breast cancer with Pink Out Day.

  • East County
  • News
Two volunteers pedal the surrey and gives a forty-five minute guided tour.
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • January 10, 2023
Cruising down Legacy Trail in a Surrey

The Surrey Program kicked off on Jan. 10 and will run on Tuesdays and Wednesdays through April 12.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 1, 2009
Meadows to host professional women's doubles exhibition

The Meadows Country Club will host a professional women's doubles tennis exhibition Dec. 5.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 2, 2009
Hurricane seminar to provide flood of information

Hurricane season began June 1, and you know the drill: It's time for the Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce Hurricane Preparedness Seminar.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • June 11, 2010
Unconditional Surrender deal is done

An agreement signed on the last day of an extended deadline paves the way for the controversial sculpture to stay on the bayfront for 10 years.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The original ordinance commissioners approved required pet owners to be outside if their dogs were tied up outdoors.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • October 13, 2010
Dog-tethering law review ordered

The County Commission requested the review because the ordinance was more restrictive than it intended.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 14, 2010
Doubles teams to battle for club championship

The Meadows Tennis Center will host the 2010 Battle of the Club Champions Oct. 30-31.

  • East County
  • Sports
Mallory Gnaegy
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 31, 2011
Observer welcomes Mallory Gnaegy

The Longboat Observer welcomes Mallory Gnaegy this week to our staff as community editor. Make sure to say 'hello' when you see her around town!

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 16, 2011
Business Observer

ScoopDaddy's opens in University Park; Longboat Publix to host centuries-old ceremony

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 12, 2012
Registration upcoming for TOPSoccer

The Braden River Soccer Club will hold registration for its TOPSoccer program from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 14.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 5, 2012
Horses OK following mishap at polo field

The Clydesdale wagon team is expected to return to the Sarasota Polo Club this Sunday.

  • East County
  • News
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