News & City Life

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Off the Clock: Dog's Best Friend

Realtor Andrew Bers makes contributions and donates time to Southeastern Guide Dogs in Sarasota.

08/28/2014 By Ilene Denton

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Photo of the Week: Aerial view of Big Sarasota Pass

This week's Photo of the Week is an aerial shot of the Big Sarasota Pass Inlet, off of South Lido, between the gulf and the bay.

08/28/2014 By Bobbilynn Hollifield

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Sarasota Magazine's 2014-2015 Giving Register

Presenting 418 local charities that help us all.

08/27/2014 By Hannah Wallace

Thank You, Veterans

Patriot Plaza Salutes Veterans With Inspired Works of Art

At Sarasota's Patriot Plaza, unique works of art salute our veterans.

08/27/2014 By Kay Kipling Photography by Courtesy Patriot Plaza

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A Sarasota Organization Brings Hope and Justice to Florida's Tomato Fields

After migrant workers successfully challenged some of the country’s most powerful corporations, a new Sarasota organization is bringing hope and justice to the state’s tomato fields.

08/27/2014 By Philippe Diederich

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Southeastern Guide Dogs: A New Breed of Superhero

A Palmetto nonprofit is now producing some of the best guide dogs on earth. Adam Davies sniffs out the story.

08/27/2014 By Adam Davies

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Mr. Chatterbox Hangs Out at Senior Friendship Center

Chatting, dancing, exercising, flirting—you name it; it’s all going on at Senior Friendship Center.

08/27/2014 By Bob Plunket

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A Day in the Life of Circus Arts Conservatory’s Dolly Jacobs

One day with Dolly Jacobs, co-founder of the Circus Arts Conservatory.

08/27/2014 By staff

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Sarasota Participates in Grade Level Reading Campaign

A new national program helps kids learn to read before it’s too late.

08/27/2014 By Hannah Wallace

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Fall Fashion Round-Up: The Best of What's Next

Our hot list of "hero buys" for the social season.

08/27/2014 By Heather Dunhill

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Former NFL Player's New Nonprofit Works to End Bullying

Jones' nonprofit works to end bullying.

08/27/2014 By Kay Kipling

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How Would Local Nonprofits Use $25,000 to Help the Homeless?

Local nonprofits weigh in; plus a cute campaign from the Pines of Sarasota and how Sarasota became the nation's giving-est city thanks to this year's Giving Challenge.

08/26/2014 By Chelsey Lucas

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Charities Gain New Income Selling Products and Services

Seattle-based No Margin No Mission encourages charities to create products and services to make money; four Sarasota nonprofits took on the challenge.

08/26/2014 By Hannah Wallace

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Honor Animal Rescue’s Michaela Oglesby Posts for Pets

The 18-year-old is in charge of the nonprofit's website and social media.

08/26/2014 By Kay Kipling

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From the Editor: Sarasota Magazine's 2014 Guide to Giving

What you'll find in Sarasota Magazine's 2014 Guide to Giving.

08/26/2014 By Pam Daniel

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Volunteer of the Year: Sarasota Dolphin Research Program's Nigel Mould

Our Volunteer of the Year helps keep local environmental organizations afloat.

08/26/2014 By Hannah Wallace

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On the Field With the Miracle League of Manasota

"Every child deserves to play baseball" is the league's simple, heartfelt credo.

08/26/2014 By Hannah Wallace

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Sarasota's Woman's Exchange Donates to Arts Organizations

Sarasota's Woman's Exchange turns secondhand goods into gold for arts organizations.

08/26/2014 By Ilene Denton

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Five Shopping Finds That Support Charities

Shopping that supports charities across the globe and right here at home.

08/26/2014 By Carol Tisch

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Former Bachelor Star Renee Oteri Hosts Wedding Reception in Sarasota

Former Bachelor contestant Renee Oteri and new husband Bracy Maynard held their wedding reception in Sarasota on August 23, and learned the sex of first child together.

08/25/2014 By Chelsey Lucas Photography by Naomi Chokr