Year in Review

Our Editors' Favorite Stories of 2018

11 pieces that made us proud.

12/27/2018 By Staff

Mr. Chatterbox

Who Exactly is Disgraced Political Candidate Melissa Howard?

Mr. Chatterbox investigates.

10/25/2018 By Robert Plunket

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Greenfield Prize Dinner

Playwright Martyna Majok, this year's prize winner, was in attendance.

04/09/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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Wine Walk to Ca' d'Zan

The self-guided wine tour on the grounds of The Ringling offered food pairings, entertainment and a dance party.

04/09/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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Pique-Nique at Winefest

After a year away, the New College of Florida luncheon event returned, partnered with the Florida Winefest.

04/09/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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Children First Gala

The Fairytale Ball at Michael's On East featured an Aladdin theme.

04/09/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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Sarasota Ballet 27th Season Gala

The evening included performances by American Ballet Theatre's Misty Copeland, Marcelo Gomes and opera star Susan Graham.

04/09/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe April Fools' Fete

The fund-raising event featured entertainment by WBTT favorites along with cocktails and dinner.

04/02/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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Hero of History Award Luncheon

Howard Tibbals, creator of the Howard Bros. miniature circus, was honored at this year's event.

04/02/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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Friendship Centers Friendship Around the World

The Friendship Centers chose a tropical cruise theme for the fund raiser at Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

03/26/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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Neuro Challenge Cause4Hope Gala

The "Cheers to 10 Years" gala honored supporter Gerri Aaron.

03/26/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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Women's Resource Center's Renaissance Legacy Luncheon

The annual event honored "Wonder Women" Teri A. Hansen, Emily Walsh and Janice Zarro.

03/21/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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SPARCCle in the City

There was lots of glamour during the evening at the Westin, which supports domestic and sexual abuse survivors.

03/19/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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An Evening at the Avant-Garde

The Ringling College campus was all about color as guests dressed in a rainbow of shades for the scholarship fund raiser.

03/19/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Sneak Peek

Sarasota Film Festival Announces First Films and Stars

The 20th annual event kicks off Friday, April 13.

03/16/2018 By Kay Kipling

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Cat Depot Gala

Cat Tails--A Night in the Garden took place at Selby Botanical Gardens.

03/12/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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Planned Parenthood Annual Dinner 2018

More than 500 supporters of Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida packed the Hyatt Regency ballroom.

03/12/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota Gala

The fund raiser at Michael's On East featured "A Night at the Movies" theme, with "Forbidden Hollywood."

03/08/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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Asolo Rep Old Hollywood at Cocoanut Grove

Downtown's new Art Ovation Hotel welcomed more than 500 Asolo Rep supporters for dinner, auctions and dancing.

03/06/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

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The Ringling Inspires Gala

A party on the grounds of the museum celebrated a new $5 million gift to the capital and endowment campaign.

03/06/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter