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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 27, 2010
St. Jude's luncheon to dish out prizes

The luncheon takes place from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, in the parking area of Temple Beth Israel, 567 Bay Isles Road.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Hanako Owen, Mayuko Seto, Chieko Bransome, Emiko Seto with Cocomi Bransome and Mirai Menta represented Japan
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • October 26, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: New Gate School International Children's Day

The New Gate School invited families and students to celebrate International Children's Day, Saturday Oct. 26. The school's campus was taken over by booths representing different nations. Children and families got to learn about different cultures, taste international food and enjoy entertainment from around the world.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • June 14, 2016
Film review: 'Maggie's Plan'

Greta Gerwig brings the charm in Rebecca Miller's new romantic comedy.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Regina Morris and John Annis celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary while in Hawaii. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 13, 2019
Lakewood Ranch residents celebrate milestones

Lakewood Ranch residents celebrate milestone anniversaries.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
University Place's Shirley and Kristen Griggs say Special Olympics has been an important part of their lives for 35 years.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 17, 2018
Special Olympics gives a winning effort

The competitions create a better life for a University Place athlete.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • March 28, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Fly Back in Time

The Experimental Aircraft Association is touring their 1929 Ford Tri-Motor around the state from March 26-28. The 82 year old plane also known as the 'Tin Goose' was one of the two airplanes that founded Eastern Airlines and led the way for commercial airplanes today. Flights start today at 9 a.m. and run until 5 p.m. The duration is 15 minutes and the view is priceless. To take this once in a lifetime flight go to Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport (at the APP Jet Center) and get your ticket today! Tickets are $80. Visit www.flytheford.org

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 26, 2020
East County weather page photo: March 26

Paula Hancock captured this sunset in Central Park in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Donald Robinson submitted this photo of a Longboat Key sunset.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 26, 2015
Longboat Key weather page photo: Nov. 26

Donald Robinson submitted this photo of a Longboat Key sunset.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
In 2021, Karen Fraclich and Dan Belcher won for "Skull Duggery." (Courtesy photo)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 8, 2022
The best things to do around Sarasota for Nov. 10-16

Piano masters, jazz ensembles, tribute acts and experimental composers highlight a busy week of music on the Sarasota scene.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
In two months, Golden Gate Point Ventures plans to break ground on the latest luxury condominium proposed for the 22-acre peninsula west of downtown Sarasota.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 25, 2016
Sarasota condo project to break ground in October

The Pearl, a five-story luxury condominium, is the latest residential project slated for Golden Gate Point.

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  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • April 5, 2022
This Week in A+E: April 7-13

Master classical musicians, crooners, comedians and an illusionist fill Sarasota venues for a week of action and fun.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Rick Mills hung his unit colors and coins from his time in the military in his office.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • April 10, 2013
District leader announces goals

Manatee County's new superintendent, Rick Mills, isn't afraid to make big decisions, and he wants the community to be a part of them.

  • East County
  • News
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 19, 2014
Weekend's best bets: Friday, June 20

Weekend's best bets: Friday, June 20

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Pastor Norman Pritchard preaches to over 400 people on Sunday.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 28, 2023
Over 400 attend Kirkin' o' the Tartans at Christ Church

Christ Church held its annual Kirkin o' the Tartans service on Sunday, Feb. 26.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Florida Studio Theatre's new property (Courtesy photo)
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • November 13, 2013
Florida Studio Theatre buys $180,000 property

Florida Studio Theatre buys a new residential property to house its actors.

  • Arts + Culture
The town of Longboat Key will spend more than $10 million on its mid-island truck haul.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 28, 2016
Longboat Key suspends beach project for Fourth of July

The town will put its mid-Key sand haul on hold this weekend.

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  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 5, 2010
Observer Updates 08.05.10

The $300,000 facelift at the Church of the Redeemer is nearly complete, except for a set of plantation shutters that has yet to be delivered.

  • Sarasota
  • News
“Scorch” star Amber McNew — Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • July 24, 2019
Star of Urbanite Theatre's 'Scorch' goes from the classroom to the stage

Amber McNew’s acting journey continues on the Urbanite Theatre stage— in an edgy play her former teacher is directing.

  • Arts + Culture
Interim superintendent Kevin Chapman's contract was finalized in a special board meeting May 29. He will be interim until January 5, 2026 or whenever the school board hires someone in his place.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • June 4, 2025
Manatee school board wants fast process to find new superintendent

The School Board of Manatee County aims to have a new superintendent in place by the time the 2025-26 school year begins in August.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 3, 2011
Chef Jamie stands the heat in 'Hell's Kitchen'

On Monday's episode of 'Hell's Kitchen,' Chef Jamie Gregorich, sous chef at Euphemia Haye, proved she can stand the heat in the kitchen - by surviving another elimination.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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