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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • October 19, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BET: Sarasota Zombie Pub Crawl

All of Sarasota's living and undead residents are invited to enjoy a spooky Saturday with the Sarasota Zombie Pub Crawl in Gulf Gate.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The gala was Through the Looking Glass themed.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • February 22, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : ADDY Awards

The American Advertising Association - Suncoast presented the 2012 ADDY Awards Thursday, Feb. 21 at Marie Selby Gardens. Ringling student Louie Zuniga designed the Through the Looking Glass themed gala Through the ADDY Glass where people mingled. More than 100 ADDY's were presented to Suncoast area businesses and agencies. 'The ADDY's is a three tier national competition, so this is the best work of the Suncoast,' said President of the 2012 to 2013 AAF Suncoast.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Janet Walter, Henry Winkler and Kat Haynes. Courtesy photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • February 8, 2017
Oh,my, it's "Happy Days!"

Longboat realtors meet teenage heart throb.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ron Fuller and Mike Doll
  • By Katie Johns |
  • August 23, 2017
Longboat Key Chambers networks after hours

The Chamber of Commerce hosted its monthly Business After Hours on Aug. 23.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • August 23, 2015
Speakeasy Sarasota takes the Devyn back in time

Full Moon Productions took Sarasota back to the time of Prohibition with their late-night themed party

  • Arts + Culture
Runners can register online or at the race or tonight on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • April 18, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: Color Vibe 5K

Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch will host the Color Vibe 5K Saturday, April 19.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 20, 2014
Dancing duos

Temple Emanu-El held its annual Daddy-Daughter Dance Feb. 9.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Nancy Chanos, June Hessel and Sandy Endres
  • By Kelsey Grau |
  • February 5, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Taste of the Keys & Fashion Show (Continued)

Many gathered to sample favorites from local restaurants and experience this year's finest fashion at the Longboat Key Garden Club's Taste of the Keys and Fashion Show on Wednesday, Feb. 5. Attendees enjoyed the best the Keys has to offer before sitting down for a high-spirited fashion show. Proceeds from this well-attended event support environmental scholarships and grants to college students.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch's Jacob and Grace Lopez will be part of the inaugural class at Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 1, 2022
Families excited about new opportunities at Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy

The K-12 charter school, which opens in August, already has a waitlist for every grade it offers.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • March 23, 2018
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, March 29

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
A sand painting for Corpus Christi in La Orotava, Canary Islands.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 25, 2024
Chalk Fest organizers bring a new art to Sarasota — and the US

This year's Chalk Festival will bring international floral artists to Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The city has sought a development partner for the former landfill since the late '90s, but efforts to build on the land have not come to fruition. Image via city of Sarasota.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 6, 2021
Marian Anderson Place development plan advances

So far, the city’s efforts to facilitate a project on the north Sarasota site have failed. Officials hope a new proposal will finally bear fruit.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jeanne Guertin-Potoff with "Milford."
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 17, 2022
Longboat Key artist wins Art Center Sarasota show

Jeanne Guertin-Potoff won first for her mixed media piece "Milford."

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 13, 2012
Beaches, utilities top upcoming capital projects

The top capital projects included in the town's preliminary 2012-13 fiscal year budget include beach projects, equipment replacement and beginning the replacement of a wastewater force main.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jeffrey Weisman practices fine arts photography and serves on the board of directors of Art Center Sarasota.
  • By Jeffrey Weisman |
  • March 29, 2012
My View: Spring Cleaning

Today's column will "clean up" some things I've been thinking about. I welcome your comments, whether pro or con.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Left to right: Debbie DeLeon, Stephen Boyes,  Matthew Arriaga,  Lydia Arriaga,  Kurt Mattingly and ,Aaron Zimmermann participate in "Environment in Transportation" planning event. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 16, 2019
Transportation officials look to future in Lakewood Ranch area

Transportation officials look to future in Sarasota, Manatee counties.

  • East County
  • News
Mike Sales
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 15, 2023
Musician plays the soundtrack of paradise for events on Longboat

The local performer's comforting, peaceful and positive music sets the tone at Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce events.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Diana Guth and Pat Coville look at some jewelry, Saturday, Jan. 28, during the 14th annual Downtown Sarasota Art in the Park at Five Points Park.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • January 29, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Art in the Park at Five Points Park

The 14th annual Downtown Sarasota Art in the Park took place Saturday and Sunday at Five Points Park.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Skyler Munson, 21, gets high above the bowl Tuesday, August 2 at Payne Park's Skate Park.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • August 2, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Sky High

The Payne Park Skate Park in downtown Sarasota is a great place to hang out with friends and get some practice time on either your skateboard or scooter.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Rachel Livingston and Edy Attanasio pose with Jamie Hooks Saturday, Oct. 1 after getting their first cards during the poker run.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • October 1, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: SUP Fest 2011

The 3rd annual Sarasota Stand up Paddle and Poker Run took place Saturday, Oct. 1, out at the Sarasota Sailing Squadron.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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