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Harriet Sokmensuer
July 3, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Grand Prix Boat Parade

Residents and Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix fans gathered downtown for the annual Boat Parade Friday, July 3, on Main Street. The parade is one of many events held by the Super Boat Grand Prix, which ends July 6.

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Harriet Sokmensuer
July 3, 2014

Weekend Best Bet: Fourth of July Fireworks

Celebrate the Fourth of July with an evening full of fireworks at Siesta Key Beach or over Sarasota Bay. Both displays are free and open to the public.

Siesta Key
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Observer Staff
July 3, 2014

It's Read Everywhere

Headed on a great vacation? Make sure to take your Observer along! Visit YourObserver.com/itsreadeverywhere to submit your entries. One winner will receive two travel certificates, good for travel from SRQ Airport.

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Observer Staff
July 3, 2014

It's Read Everywhere

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
July 3, 2014

Big hearts

Big Cat Habitat's Jam Out Hunger event was overflowing Sunday, with guests, volunteers and - most importantly - food.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
July 3, 2014

Thankful for First

First America Bank showed its love for the local Humane Society June 13, at its 'Paws for a Cause' adoption event.

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
July 3, 2014

Time to Shine

Cardinal Mooney High lacrosse players Reagan Griffith and Alex Stoffel both are playing in the 2014 Brine National Lacrosse Classic.

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
July 3, 2014

Sidelines

Sarasota Little League; GSJGA golfers post impressive numbers; Babe Ruth All-Stars win district crowns

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
July 3, 2014

Just the Stats

The week in sports by the numbers.

Sarasota
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Harriet Sokmensuer
July 3, 2014

Children share Fourth of July plans

With the Fourth of July a few days away, the Sarsota Observer hears what children at the Evalyn Sadlier Jones YMCA's Selby Aquatic Center have planned for the holiday and what it means to them.

Sarasota
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Harriet Sokmensuer
July 3, 2014

Your Neighbor: Mary DeArment

For artist Mary DeArment, words have a broader meaning than their dictionary definition.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
July 3, 2014

Weather: Sarasota

Sarasota resident Carolyn Bistline submitted this photo of father-and-son, Charles and Jack Wittmaak.

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Jen Blanco
July 2, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota American Majors division All-Stars

The Sarasota Little League 11/12 American team rallied to defeat North Port 4-1 July 1, at Twin Lakes Park, in a game that was delayed 48 minutes due to rain and lightning. Trailing 1-0 in the first inning, Sarasota American tied the game in the third inning on Cade Nelson's home run. Ty Kilgo, Jack Carney and Charley Alario each added RBI singles. With the win, Sarasota American advanced to the District 16 championship game against Sarasota National July 2.

Sarasota
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Nick Friedman
July 2, 2014

The Good News: Katie Hood

Focusing on healthy brains, Katie Hood and the Alzheimer's Association provide support for Alzheimer's patients and their caregivers.

Siesta Key
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Harriet Sokmensuer
June 30, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Art in the Park

The Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast held its annual Art in the Park at Bay Preserve Monday, June 30. The early morning event invited families to be creative and make special bowls with pieces of nature and paper plates. The activity was organized by Kristi Mesick of Pure Imagination Studio.

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Harriet Sokmensuer
June 29, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Sally and Sam Shapiro Babies and Children's Medical Center Ribbon Cutting

Sarasota dignitaries and citizens celebrated the completion of the Sally and Sam Shapiro Babies and Children's Medical Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony Sunday, June 29. The center is the newest addition to the Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center located on 17th Street. After the ceremony, guests were invited to explore the new facility and meet members of staff. "It's an exciting day for our children and for the community," says Jay Berman, executive director of the Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center.

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Harriet Sokmensuer
June 28, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Patriot Plaza Dedication Ceremony

Sarasota veterans and community leaders celebrated the Sarasota National Cemetery's newest addition, Patriot Plaza, with an opening ceremony Saturday, June 28. The morning ceremony began with a performance by the Venice Concert Band and included remarks by Congressman Vern Buchanan and John Rosentrater, director of Sarasota National Cemetery. The plaza, which seats more than two thousand and includes 49 images embedded in marble, was donated by the Patterson Foundation. 'Patriot Plaza is a jewel to our community and a gift to our nation,' says Debra Jacobs, president and CEO of the Patterson Foundation.

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Harriet Sokmensuer
June 27, 2014

Weekend Best Bet: Fourth Friday Art Walk

Guests can watch painting demonstrations, have intuitive readings and meet authors at this monthly event the Historic Downtown Village merchants hosts.

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Observer Staff
June 26, 2014

What a catch

The 84th annual Sarasota Tarpon Tournament came to a close Saturday, with a fish-off between seven anglers. David Sugar was named champion after catching a tarpon with a girth of 38.75 inches.

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Observer Staff
June 26, 2014

Tot-ally awesome

Temple Emanu-El held its annual Splash Shabbat Saturday. Families celebrated the final session of the temple's Tot Shabbat program on a hot summer day with a wading pool, sprinklers and watermelon.

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Observer Staff
June 26, 2014

World record

The Sarasota YMCA and Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County attempted to make history by participating in the 'World's Largest Swimming Lesson' June 20.

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Jen Blanco
June 26, 2014

Sidelines

Local lacrosse players win national tournament; Orioles GCL season underway; GSJGA hosts summer event

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
June 26, 2014

Just the Stats

The week in sports by the numbers.

Sarasota
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Harriet Sokmensuer
June 26, 2014

Your Neighbor: Susan Gabriel

Susan Gabriel's flute can be heard playing through the halls of her Laurel Park apartment building. The musician, journalist and artist has been practicing her music and collaborating with local artists in her apartment for her program, ARISE Music Arts Communication.

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Jen Blanco
June 25, 2014

Finding an Edge

Out-of-Door Academy basketball coach and former NBA player Marcus Liberty will host his first clinic.

East County
Sports

Nick Friedman
June 25, 2014

The Good News: Susie Chinn

For the last 25 years, nonprofit organization Sarasota in Defense of Animals has provided rescued animals with a permanent home.

Siesta Key
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Harriet Sokmensuer
June 23, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Florida Aquarium visits Selby Library

The Florida Aquarium visited Selby Public Library Monday, June 23. Children learned about sea urchins, sea stars, mollusks and lobsters. Before the lecture, attendees made art on paper plates with their parents. The afternoon event is part of Selby's summer activities for Sarasota children.

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Jen Blanco
June 23, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Little League 9/10 and 10/11 All-Stars

The Sarasota Little League 9/10 and 10/11 American and National All-Stars opened their District 16 Little League All-Star Tournament June 21. The Sarasota 9/10 and 10/11 American teams both posted opening day victories over their Sarasota National counterparts. The district tournament runs through June 26 with the winners from each division advancing to the sectional tournament.

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Harriet Sokmensuer
June 21, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Saraosta SUP Race Series

The Stand Up Paddleboard Race Series returned Saturday, June 21, to Siesta Key Beach. Participants and their families enjoyed a day at the beach with races held throughout the day. The next race in the series will be in August at Nathan Benderson Park.

Siesta Key
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Harriet Sokmensuer
June 19, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: AAF "adStravaganza!"

The American Advertising Federation of Sarasota welcomed their new board of directors at the 'adStravaganza!' Thursday, June 19, at Florida Studio Theatre. Members mixed and mingled before enjoying dinner and show with performances by Beneva Fruitville and The Alliance. As a way to celebrate the outgoing and incoming board directors, committee chairs and directors played variety show games 'The Honeymooner's Game' and 'Let's Make a Deal.'

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By Maddy Del Medico
June 19, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Fur Fun Summer Camp

Campers of the Sarasota Humane Society played with puppies and kittens at Fur Fun Summer Camp Monday, June 16 to Friday, June 20. The camp runs throughout July and invites children to learn about pet care and animal safety. On Thursday, the campers made kitten toys and learned how to bathe a puppy.

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Observer Staff
June 19, 2014

Golden celebration

Julio Enrique Vega and his wife, Vilma, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday, June 21.

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Observer Staff
June 19, 2014

National treasure

The Sarasota South Elk's Lodge 2495 held a Flag Day ceremony Wednesday, June 11.

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Jen Blanco
June 19, 2014

Orioles to play first home game Friday

The Orioles Gulf Coast League team will play its first home game of the 2014 season at 12 p.m. June 20, at Ed Smith Stadium, against the GCL Rays.

East County
Sports

Observer Staff
June 19, 2014

Stand up, Sarasota

The Sarasota SUP Series returns Saturday, June 21, on Siesta Key Beach. The three-race series is in its second year and promises to be bigger than ever.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
June 19, 2014

Source for Success

Cardinal Mooney High volleyball coach Kristen Batt recently founded SOURCE Volleyball Academy, which will officially launch this fall.

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