Limelight

Photos: Selby Gardens' Orchid Ball 2022

"Because the Night" welcomed a crowd of 450 to Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

02/14/2022 Photography by Lori Sax

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Photos: Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative's 'Visions in Black' Opening

A reception at Art Center Sarasota welcomed visitors to Visions in Black.

02/14/2022 Photography by Lori Sax

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Photos: Circus Arts Conservatory Gala Soars Once More

Under the Big Top at Nathan Benderson Park, patrons enjoyed circus performances, elegant dining and dancing.

01/31/2022 Photography by Lori Sax

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Van Wezel Foundation Inspiration Gala Breaks Fund-Raising Record

Guests gathered along the hall's bayfront for cocktails before dining, bidding on auction items and enjoying the music of Harry Connick Jr.

01/31/2022 Photography by Lori Sax

Education

CreArte Latino Cultural Center Launches English Classes for Spanish Speakers

Class starts Jan. 26 and will meet every Wednesday for five weeks, from 7-8:30 p.m., via Zoom

01/26/2022 By Staff

Unity Awards

Carolina Franco Is Building a Hub for the Spanish-Speaking Community

Franco welcomes people of all ages to CreArte Latino Cultural Center, where she serves as co-founder, president and artistic director.

01/04/2022 By Kay Kipling

From the Editor

An Economist's Forecast for Sarasota in 2022

"Oh, look who's trying to get all Naples-y here."

01/01/2022 By Susan Burns

Limelight

Sarasota Art Museum Soiree

The contemporary art museum's big annual fund raiser took place indoors and outdoors at the Tamiami Trail site.

12/09/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

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Photos: Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 'A Night at the Savoy'

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe celebrates 22 years at the Sailor Circus Arena.

12/06/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

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Photos: Neurochallenge Foundation Cause4Fashion 2021

The fashion show and luncheon support programs for those with Parkinson's.

12/06/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

From the Editor

Elected Officials Are Putting Sarasota's Character and Natural Assets at Risk

More than ever, we need enlightened leaders who had the strength and vision to maintain a balance between unchecked growth and stagnation.

12/01/2021 By Susan Burns

Fast Track

Sarasota Chamber Promotes Craig McGonigal

McGonigal has been named director of member engagement.

11/19/2021 By Staff

Limelight

Photos: The Artful Lobster 2021

The Hermitage Artist Retreat campus was the setting for this outdoor celebration.

11/15/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

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Photos: Sunshine from Darkness Inspiring Hope Dinner

The event at the Ritz benefits mental health nonprofits.

11/15/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

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Brunch On The Bay 2021

The outdoor event was back with USF Sarasota-Manatee supporters in attendance.

11/08/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

Awards

Conservation Foundation Honors 2021 Volunteer of the Year, Partner of the Year

Rob Harlan and Susan Lowy Harlan received the Conservation Partner of the Year award, and Rich and Jane Huhn received the Volunteer of the Year award.

10/28/2021 By Staff

Business

Recap: Bradenton Area EDC Annual Update

David Sessions will serve as the EDC's 2022 board chair and Rae Dowling received the 2021 Rick Fawley Economic Development Award of Distinction.

10/13/2021 By Staff

Limelight

Photos: Easterseals Happiness House Gala

Hundreds of supporters turned out for the organization's 75th anniversary.

10/04/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

9/11

The Sarasota Teacher Who Was With President Bush on 9/11 Recalls the Minutes After

Not only did America change, but so did the lives of the students and adults at Emma E. Booker Elementary School.

09/09/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Women of Influence

Women of Influence 2021 Rescheduled

Due to health restrictions, the event will be rescheduled for a later date.

09/01/2021