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Ann Goldstein Children’s Rainforest Garden Donor Preview Event

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens held a Donor Preview Event for the Ann Goldstein Children’s Rainforest Garden Thursday, Nov. 7.

Streams of green lights and musicians playing African musical instruments serenated guests as they entered the garden that had been transformed into a magical jungle for the evening. Guests mingled amongst each other, enjoying cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and exploring the grounds in which they made possible. Among those in attendance were distinguished benefactor donors Alfred Goldstein and Beverly Koski.

It was announced at the event that in honor of the donors, Selby Gardens contributed a gift to preserve 10,000 acres of rainforest habitat in South America.

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Brunch on the Bay 20th Anniversary

More than 1,000 people converged on the campus of USF Sarasota-Manatee to enjoy bites from 19 area restaurants. Michael's On East, Mattison's and Ophelia's were presented with bronze bowls to recognize their involvement in all 20 years of Brunch on the Bay.

The event has raised more than $1.3 million for endowment over the past 20 years and has provided 1,000 scholarships.

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Dogs Night Out: 'Paws on Palm'

Dogs and their humans gathered at Animal Rescue Coalition’s Paws on Palm event Thursday, Nov. 7, at the Francis, for yappy hour before taking a stroll down Palm Ave. 

Dogs were dressed to impress as they walked down the red carpet into the lounge where baskets full of tennis balls and tasty treats were waiting for the four-legged friends to enjoy.

Among those in attendance were Tom Hudson and his 3-legged pit bull Pippi.

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