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Jen Blanco
September 11, 2013

Athlete of the Week

Lauren Maxey is a senior at Out-of-Door Academy and plays on the volleyball team.

East County
Sports

Nick Friedman
September 11, 2013

The Good News: Shelley Thayer of Cat Depot

Shelley Thayer has been the executive director of Cat Depot since 2009. Read more about her in this week's Good News.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
September 8, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Emanu - El Shmear and Shmooze

Temple Emanu - El welcomed parents and students Sunday, Sept. 8, at Shemar and Shmooze to celebrate the first day of religious school. Participants munched on bagels and cream cheese as they caught up after a summer of being away. There are about 130 children in Temple Emanu- El's Religious School.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
September 6, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : Temple Beth Sholom Tashlich Service

Community members participated in Rosh Hashanah traditions Friday, Sept. 6, at Turtle Beach for the Temple Beth Sholom Tashlich service. Visiting Rabbi from Connecticut Andrew Hechtman led the group in dances and songs. Community members threw bread into the water to release their sins and start fresh in the New Year. They also blew the shofar, or rams horn, to signify a happy time. In ancient times people blew the shofar to communicate danger or celebration.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
September 6, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: GOP Republican Women's Club of Sarasota Luncheon

The GOP Republican Women's Club of Sarasota held its first luncheon of the season Friday, Sept. 6, at Michael's On East.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
September 6, 2013

Sarasota Memorial Hospital previews new Courtyard Tower

News media visited Sarasota Memorial Hospital's new Courtyard Tower for a preview before tomorrow's grand opening.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
September 5, 2013

Attendees get the scoop at luncheon

Designing Women Boutique held its Ambassadors' Guild Summer Salon Luncheon Thursday, Aug. 29, at the boutique.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
September 5, 2013

Holy days begin

Temple Emanu-El has been preparing for the High Holy Day season, which began Wednesday evening and concludes at sundown Saturday, Sept. 14.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
September 5, 2013

Signal Callers

Booker, Sarasota and The Out-of-Door Academy all have new faces under center this season.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
September 5, 2013

SIDELINES

ODA swimmers open season with victories; Sarasota Christian cruise to victory; Liberty Edge League registration under way

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
September 5, 2013

JUST THE STATS

155 - The total number of shots The Out-of-Door Academy boys golf team posted in its victory over Cardinal Mooney Aug. 27.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
September 5, 2013

Observer Weather: Sarasota

Lisa Greenberg submitted this sunrise photo, taken along the Sarasota bayfront.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
September 4, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: East Meets West Regional Business Expo Photo Booth

The Observer and Sarasota Architectural Salvage teamed up and offered a 'photo booth' for guests at the East Meets West Regional Business Expo Wednesday, Sept. 4, at the Municipal Auditorium.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
September 4, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : SK Kiwanis Lunch and Meeting

The Siesta Key Kiwanis club met Wednesday, Sept. 4, at Cafe Bacci for their weekly meeting and lunch. Sarasota County Fire Department Chief Kevin Easton was their guest speaker and discussed what to do if a vehicle is submerged in water, flash flooding, hydroplaning, and the role of the county fire department.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
September 4, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: First Day of Preschool at St. Boniface

Pre-school students head back to school Tuesday, Sept. 3, at St. Boniface Episcopal Church.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nick Friedman
September 3, 2013

Children's World receives state recognition for recycling

Jon Iglehart, of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, presented the store with the Department Recycling Recognition Award Wednesday, Aug. 28

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
August 30, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY : Booker High School v Sarasota High School

Booker High School faced off Sarasota High School Friday, Aug. 30, on their home turf at Booker. Fans cheered on their schools that have been rivals for years.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
August 30, 2013

Weekends Best Bet: Steve Arvey Concert at Historic Spanish Point

Enjoy a free concert as the sunsets over serene Sarasota Bay at Historic Spanish Point.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
August 29, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Port to Port

The Manatee and Sarasota chambers held a joint meeting Thursday, Aug. 29, at the Holiday Inn Sarasota-Airport to hear Manatee County Port Authority Executive Director Carlos Buqueras and Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport President and CEO Rick Piccolo talk about the economic impact and future plans of both businesses.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heather Merriman Saba
August 29, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Designing Women Boutique Summer Salon Luncheon

Designing Women Boutique held its Ambassadors' Guild Summer Salon Luncheon on Thursday, Aug. 29, at Designing Women Boutique. Hayley Wielgus, anchor of ABC-7 News Sunrise and Noon spoke at the event.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
August 29, 2013

2013 Football Preview

Enjoy the 2013 Football Preview and view extra coverage brought to you by YourObserver.com.

East County
Sports

Yaryna Klimchak
August 29, 2013

Senior snapshots

Seniors from Sarasota County high schools reflect on who they were in middle school and discuss what they look forward to most during their final year.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
August 29, 2013

Serving up Life Lessons

Four local volleyball players traveled to Guatemala this summer to volunteer with Orphan's Heart.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
August 29, 2013

Moments in time

Low-speed vehicles may be the hot topic on Siesta Key right now, but it isn't the first time a low-speed mode of transportation has come into question. Motorized bicycles became the topic of conversation in 1976 on Siesta Key.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
August 29, 2013

SIDELINES

Lady Blazers notch come-from-behind win; Sailors breeze to Kickoff Classic win

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
August 29, 2013

JUST THE STATS

2 - The number of games Booker High quarterback Jeremiah Henderson has played at the position.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
August 29, 2013

Observer Weather: Sarasota

Samantha Bisceglia submitted this photo of a lifeguard stand on Siesta Key Beach.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
August 28, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: ODA vs. Sarasota Christian School

The Out-of-Door Academy volleyball team defeated Sarasota Christian 25-23, 18-25, 25-21, 25-21 Aug. 26. Natalie Buffett powered the Lady Thunder with 16 kills, 14 perfect passes and eight digs. Lauren Maxey added 13 kills and three aces. Cameron Graham finished with 17 perfect passes and 16 digs. Setter Monica Costa had 37 assists.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
August 28, 2013

Goodwill dresses veterans for success

Goodwill Manasota helps veterans dress for success to prepare them for job interviews and the Veterans and their Families Jobs Services Fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at Ed Smith Stadium.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
August 28, 2013

Observer babies make headlines

It happens once in a blue moon: The Observer welcomed two new additions to its family on the same day! East County Observer Managing Editor Pam Eubanks and Sarasota Observer Managing Editor Randi Donahue each welcomed their first child into the world Aug. 22 (two days after the blue moon).

East County
Neighbors

Observer Staff
August 28, 2013

Football Preview: Sarasota Sailors

Sarasota High School senior wide receiver Shawn Bane Jr. is hoping to experience a breakout season for the Sailors this fall.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
August 28, 2013

Football Preview: Riverview Rams

Riverview High junior running back Karan Higdon is fully recovered from last season's leg injury and is hoping to cement his position as one of the area's great running backs.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
August 28, 2013

Football Preview: Booker Tornadoes

Booker senior left tackle Najee White is hoping to secure a starting position in his first season with the Tornadoes.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
August 28, 2013

Football Preview: ODA Thunder

David Grain Jr. won the Most Improved Player Award two years ago. Now, The Out-of-Door Academy senior wide receiver is hoping to lead the ODA Thunder back to the postseason.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
August 28, 2013

Football Preview: Cardinal Mooney Cougars

Cougars senior center Mike Bello has lost 105 pounds since moving up to varsity at the end of his sophomore year.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Yaryna Klimchak
August 27, 2013

Mayor proclaims September Hunger Action Month

Mayor Shannon Snyder encourages community members to donate food for Hunger Action Month in September.

Sarasota
Neighbors

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