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Observer Staff
October 23, 2013

93 and counting

Edith Barr-Dunn celebrated her 93rd birthday Sunday, Oct. 20.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
October 22, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Stoneybrook Halloween Dog Parade

Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club held their annual Halloween Dog Parade, Monday Oc. 21. Residents and their furry friends dressed in their best costumes to walk along the country club grounds and win the costume competition. All proceeds benefited the Sarasota County Sheriff's Animal Services.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
October 20, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Firehouse Chili Cook-Off

Sarasota County firehouses battled it out for Sarasota's best chili in the 14th Annual Firehouse Chili Cook-Off, Sunday Oct. 20. The cook-off was held in front of Morton's Gourmet Market on Osprey Ave. and had over a dozen stations competing. Stations got creative with both their chili and booths.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
October 20, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

Survivors and supporters gathered at Sarasota Polo Club Saturday, Oct. 19, for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
October 17, 2013

Sotheby starts his training

Premier Sotheby's International Realty is sponsoring a Southeastern Guide Dog puppy named Sotheby.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
October 17, 2013

Couple celebrates 65th anniversary

Lou and Sue Allen are celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary with the Sarasota Orchestra.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
October 17, 2013

Send us your announcements!

The Observer is seeking submissions for its announcements section, Occasions.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
October 17, 2013

Sarasota Bay Water Festival seeks submissions for photo contest

The Sarasota Bay Water Festival has announced the 'I Love Sarasota Bay' photo contest returns this fall with the theme, 'Celebrating the Beauty and Importance of Sarasota Bay.'

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
October 17, 2013

High 5

The top five moments in high school sports this week.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
October 17, 2013

Just for Kicks

Twelve-year-old Kevin Sweeney began playing soccer for the Braden River Soccer Club's TOPSoccer program last fall.

East County
Sports

Observer Staff
October 17, 2013

Just the Stats

This week in sports by the numbers.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
October 17, 2013

Sidelines

Sarasota Christian nets win; Cougars win on the road; Lady Thunder sweeps Lady Tornadoes; Rams hold on for win

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
October 17, 2013

Weather

Deja Moore submitted this sunset photo, taken on Siesta Key.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
October 17, 2013

Vote now for your favorite "It's Read Everywhere" photo!

Voting is now live for the Observer's "It's Read Everywhere" photo contest.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
October 16, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Reception for Rick Smith and A Land Remembered

The Library Foundation and Conservation Foundation hosts a reception honoring Rick Smith Wednesday, Oct. 16, at Bay Preserve.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nick Friedman
October 16, 2013

The Good News: Alisa Pettingell

Alisa Pettingell is a philanthropist and Gulf Coast Community Foundation supporter. Read more about her and watch a video in this week's Good News.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
October 12, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota SUP Race Series

The Sarasota Sailing Squadron hosted the third race of the 1st annual Sarasota SUP Race Series Saturday, Oct. 12.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
October 12, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Phillippi 7K and 1 mile Fun Run

Runners gathered at Phillippi Shores Elementary School Saturday, Oct. 12, for the 7K and 1 mile Fun Run.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
October 11, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: All Faiths Food Bank Orange Peel Awards

All Faiths Food Bank recognized local Hunger Action Heroes for their efforts during Hunger Action Month Friday, Oct. 11, at All Faiths Food Bank.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
October 10, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Booker Middle's Dragonfly Cafe

Booker Middle School's Room 130 turned into the Dragonfly Cafe Thursday, Oct. 10. Students of Mrs. Fox's 8th grade Creative Writing class shared their work. This is the first Dragonfly Cafe of the 2013/2014 academic year.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
October 10, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: The Next Big THINK

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce held The Next Big Think event Thursday, Oct. 10, at Michael's On East. Lucid Global was presented with the STEM Smart Innovation Award.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
October 10, 2013

We have a winner ...

Out of all the entries in The Observer's Ringling Bridge photo contest, Nancy Silencieux's snapshot of the iconic landmark garnered the most votes.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
October 10, 2013

Holiday happenings

Children at Temple Emanu-El celebrated Sukkot.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
October 10, 2013

High 5

The top five moments in high school sports from this week.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
October 10, 2013

Going the Distance

Building off last year's success, Riverview High sophomore Spence Atkins won both of her individual events Oct. 2.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
October 10, 2013

Just the Stats

This week in sports by the numbers.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
October 10, 2013

Sidelines

SCS stifles HEAT; ODA swings past St. Stephen's; Sailors come up short in district opener

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
October 10, 2013

Community Service

The Sarasota County Fire Department had 13 different fire districts throughout Sarasota County until they consolidated Oct. 1, 1988, for efficiency and to provide the best level of service to the community.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
October 10, 2013

Teacher Spotlight: Charles Salamone

Charles Salamone has been a teacher for 50 years.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
October 10, 2013

Weather: Sarasota

David Caplan submitted this sunrise photo, taken from Golden Gate Point.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nick Friedman
October 8, 2013

The Good News: Karen DeRitter

Karen DeRitter is a bridal consultant at Brides Against Breast Cancer. Read more about her and watch a video in this week's Good News.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
October 5, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : St. Armands Key Lutheran Church Animal Blessing

Vicar James Henricks and Pastor Mark Bernthal blessed parishioner's animals Saturday, Oct. 5, at St. Armands Key Lutheran Church. Approximately 20 dogs were present and one hedgehog. Participants enjoyed punch and cake after the blessing.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
October 5, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : Station 5 Open House

Children and parents roamed the grounds of Station 5, Saturday, Oct. 5, at the annual open house. Kids met search and rescue dogs and police horses. They participated in obstacle course activities and enjoyed games and face painting. The annual open house showcased Sarasota County's 9-1-1 center and celebrated the 25th Anniversary of the Sarasota County Fire Department.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
October 5, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : SPARCC Stepping Out Against Domestic Violence

Approximately 100 people joined SPARCC Saturday, Oct. 5, at J.D. Hamel Park for Stepping Out Against Domestic Violence. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the community walked in support for a violence-free future.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
October 3, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : Sarasota Christian Scholastic Book Fair

Sarasota Christian School students browsed through an assortment of colorful books Thursday, Oct. 3, for Family Night at the Scholastic Book Fair. More than 50 children attended where they made felt mustaches and participated in gift card and poster raffles. Children and parents browsed through books to purchase and enjoy at home.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
October 3, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : Tiger Bay Meeting

Community members discussed the future of Sarasota, Thursday, Oct. 3, at Michael's On East during a Tiger Bay meeting. WSRQ talk radio host Susan Nilon moderated the panel discussion where members brought up concerns about the Sarasota 2050 plan. Concerns focused on developers modifying the plan to trade public interest and environmental protection.

Sarasota
Neighbors

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