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Andy Sandberg takes questions fro members of the audience at an event at the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota introducing himself to the community.  (Photos by Klint Lowry)
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • February 12, 2020
Hermitage Artist Retreat's Andy Sandberg putting best foot forward

New CEO, artistic director plans on keeping a high profile — for himself and the retreat

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 3, 2012
Letters to the Editor

I support commissioners; To the commission; Learn how to park; Let us vote

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Robin Roy |
  • December 29, 2009
TOP STORY, June: Roundabouts increase time

The city's consultant found that trips between downtown and the barrier islands would take up to a minute longer with roundabouts in place.

  • Sarasota
  • News
WAR & CONFLICT BOOKERA:  MEXICAN PUNITIVE EXPEDITION
  • By Mike Cavaliere |
  • January 22, 2014
Common Nonsense: We didn't start the fire

Common Nonsense: We didn't start the fire

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Michael and Vivian Chester and Kirt and Mary Ann Bopp
  • By Katie Johns |
  • July 25, 2018
Christ Church takes a trip to The Beach House

About 30 members dined together July 25 at the waterfront restaurant.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Toys for Tots at Longboat Harbour, accompanied by Santa Claus (Liam Wood) and Bill Coughlin.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 25, 2019
The Nice List: Longboat's giving spirit brings cheer to those beyond the island

The Nice List is crowded with Longboaters who went above and beyond this year.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • May 24, 2021
Longboat churches face the present with fewer masks

Churchgoers have begun shedding masks and returning to fellowship.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 21, 2010
Letters to the editor

To send in your letters, please e-mail them to [email protected], or mail them to The Longboat Observer, 5570 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, 34228. The Longboat Observer gives priority to letters of local interest and about local issues. The Observer will print all letters to the editor if it feels they are of general interest, but only if the letter is signed and the author's street address and phone number are given. The editor reserves the right to condense letters.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 18, 2021
North-end beachfront home on the market for $10.88 million

Property at 6211 Gulf of Mexico Drive was built in 1993 in a Mediterranean style.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Autumn McMillan and Chris Skinner stand in front of their new food truck after serving to town public safety personnel. (Courtesy Photo)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 28, 2022
Former Longboat Key Police Department lieutenant opens food truck

Chris Skinner served in the department for about 11 years before retiring last September.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Frank Galati when he directed Asolo Rep’s 2011 season-opener “My Fair Lady.”
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • January 9, 2023
Sarasota theater community mourns loss of stage legend Frank Galati

The two-time Tony Award winner and Asolo Rep associate artist died Jan. 2. He was 79 years old.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 6, 2011
News Briefs

Post office prepares for tax deadline; Historical Society requests funds

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Akarra IV in The Vineyards at The Lake Club will be a featured home during Parade of Homes.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 23, 2018
Cannon Homes featured during Parade of Homes in Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota

John Cannon Homes incorporates customers' comments into the design.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Alexander and Andreas Niederer practice together every day, having set up piles of fallen logs, tractor tires, concrete slabs and wooden contraptions in their backyard.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 25, 2016
Riding on the edge

East County brothers vie for AMA NATC MotoTrials National Championship Series crown

  • East County
  • Sports
Forty Carrots Family Center CEO Michelle Kapreilian and Wine, Women & Shoes Co-Chairwomen Tina Granthon and Andrea Paul announced Christie Brinkley's appearance. Photo by Cliff Roles.
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • October 29, 2018
Model Christie Brinkley is announced as honorary chairwoman for Wine, Women & Shoes.

The Junior League of Sarasota released its fourth cookbook, guests dress to win Halloween contests, parking gets tough and more.

  • Black Tie
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 26, 2011
Hearing officer indicates tower rejection

Hamilton "Chip" Rice Jr. said Vertex Development is not entitled to a special permit to construct a 150-foot tower at 5625 Whitfield Ave.

  • East County
  • News
Club President Scott Gray, Nick Adams and Joe McElmeel. Courtesy photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • October 28, 2021
Republican Club of Longboat Key reunites for season

The club heard from author Nick Adams for their October meeting.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A one-hour playdate takes place every fourth Wednesday of the month at the Green at UTC.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • June 29, 2023
Toddlers take over the Green at UTC of Sarasota

Every fourth Wednesday of the month, UTC hosts the Kids Club for a game day.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Carl  Abbott is just as passionate about teaching architecture as creating it. And why he’s sharing his insights at SarasotaMOD Weekend 2020.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 2, 2020
Carl Abbott: Architect of Time

The seventh annual SarasotaMOD Weekend honors the  once and future legacy of architect Carl Abbott.

  • Arts + Culture
  • 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
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