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City halts plans for Main Street bar Concerns about crime, noise and the proliferation of bars led the Planning Board to reject plans for Paddy Wagon Irish Pub. DAVID CONWAY NEWS EDITOR

Late last year, Tom Elliott saw no resistance to his proposal for a new Main Street bar as a preliminary public workshop regarding Paddy Wagon Irish Pub went unattended by the public. Elliott saw the poor turnout as a good sign regarding the general reception to his proposal, but, as it turns out, it was just a brief

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When the founders of Big Top Brewing Co. planned the opening of a craft brewery in Sarasota County, there were major questions about what kind of a market existed for the product in the area. As the craft beer industry boomed on a national level, the almost inescapable trend seemed to largely miss Florida. Tampa-based Cigar City Brewing, which opened in 2008, had attracted wide acclaim by 2010, but no similar business was located in

the Sarasota-Bradenton region. Based on the strength of the local response to Tampa’s craft beer culture, Big Top CEO Mike Bisaha was hopeful about the demand for a Sarasota-based brewery. As the business ramped up for an early 2014 opening, however, it was lacking one thing: a blueprint for how to proceed. “That was probably the most challenging part — really having no idea what we’re doing,” Bisaha said. Quickly, Bisaha and the Big Top team started seeing signs of sucSEE BREWERIES PAGE 3A

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SARASOTA CRAFT BREWERIES JDUB’S BREWING CO., 1215 Mango Ave. Opened: February 2014 BIG TOP BREWING CO., 6111 Porter Way Opened: November 2013 CALUSA BREWING CO., 5701 Derek Ave. Opening: Summer/fall 2015

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“This is a resilient City Commission. This commission has faced mockery, slander, conspiracy, treachery and even to the point of extortion, and we did survive.”

County will revisit options for planned Kimpton hotel site

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As recently as November, Rod Connelly was confident his vision for a Kimpton Hotel on countyowned land at U.S. 301 and Main Street would come to fruition. Now, although Connelly is reportedly still pursuing those plans, the county is likely to re-examine its options for the land after the developer failed to close on a deal by Dec. 31. The 10-story, 150-room hotel was tentatively approved in early 2014. County spokesman Drew Winchester said county staff was planning to once again solicit offers for the land, currently used as a parking lot — although he said staff doesn’t currently have a precise timeline for when it would begin the process in earnest. “What’s likely going to happen is we’re going to initiate an invitation to negotiate process to have folks offer their vision and their plans for the property,” Winchester said.

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Has traffic affected Sarasota County tourism? County Commissioner Christine Robinson, during a Tourism Development Council presentation Tuesday, said the rumor mill about traffic woes hurting the tourism industry are wrong. Visit Sarasota County President Virginia Haley backed that up with survey data that showed 97% of visitors were satisfied with their visit, and 93% of tourists said they would return. Here’s what you said about traffic: SOCIAL STATS Likes: 20 Comments: 34

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A 300-foot block of storefronts on the main drag of Siesta Key Village changed hands this month. The sale marked the most expensive commercial real estate transaction on the island in at least 15 years. And the investor is aggressively seeking more Siesta land. Jeff Berlin bought the Siesta Center on Ocean Boulevard for $4.6 million May 12, adding another four parcels to his company’s local real estate assets since he moved six years ago to Sarasota. The roughly 20,000 square feet of retail space is 85% leased, with ten-

ants that include the Village Café, the recent addition of Siesta Key Mermaids and a Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office substation. “It’s one of the three unique, crown-jewel locations in the county,” Berlin said. “It’s in the category of St. Armands Circle and Main Street — it’s a unique commodity that can’t be reproduced.” A firm headed up by local philanthropist Dennis McGillicuddy bought the properties for $1.1 million in 1994, and Berlin said the recent sale came about through discus-

sions between the parties without the use of a broker. The new owner has already hired Sarasota-based Hembree & Associates Inc. to manage the property, and it is planning upgrades to the buildings. Siesta Key Mermaids owner Jayde Morgan said a paint job and more signage would be a boon to her business, which had been buoyed by media coverage. “We’d like to attract retail that will generate a little bit more traffic for the existing tenants there,” Berlin said.

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Above: Big Top brewmaster Josh Wilson and CEO Mike Bisaha say their location off of I-75 has helped draw attention to the brewery.

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that places power in the hands of distributors. Those distributors get beers into bars and restaurants, but they’ve been tied to controversial state laws regulating the operations of craft brewers. Most notably for Joerger, the brewer-distributor conflict manifested itself in the form of a faceoff with Gold Coast Eagle Distributing, the local distributor for Anheuser-Busch and several craft breweries, including Big Top and Darwin’s Brewing Co. In April, the JDub’s Twitter account posted an email from Gold Coast Eagle owner John Saputo, applauding his sales team for reducing the number of JDub’s taps from 46 to 22. Saputo chalked up that internal email to the nature of doing business in a competitive, capitalistic environment. He views the relationship between distributors, large breweries and microbreweries as mutually beneficial. Saputo also said craft beer’s market share has been surging in Florida, with local craft beers driving the growth and allowing beer to capture a greater proportion of the general alcohol market. “That’s the one thing about craft beer that has really helped our industry,” Saputo said. “Craft beers have a lot of different flavors, textures, ingredients, and we can be just as creative and innovative with our products now as the wine and the liquor people have been.” Still, Joerger said he was upset by what he viewed as a backwards attitude that prioritized the distributor over the product itself. “I want to see people care about the beer — followed by the brewery — when it comes to what

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Calusa Brewing Co. brewmaster Jason Thompson and founding partners Geordie Rauch and Vic Falck hope to open their brewery by late fall.

they’re going to order, rather than who distributes their beer,” Joerger said. “I don’t think we’re there yet.” LOOKING AHEAD

With Big Top and JDub’s finding their footing, residents can look forward to a third distribution craft brewery later this year. Longboat Key natives Geordie Rauch and Vic Falck hope to see Calusa Brewing Co. opened within the next three to six months. Construction is underway on their south Sarasota brewery, located near the intersection of Clark and McIntosh roads. As Calusa prepares for its opening, Rauch said one person who’s offered valuable advice is Bisaha. He hopes to get in touch with Joerger in the near future, and said that the camaraderie and cooperation between brewers helped make the foray into the corporate world less painful. Both Joerger and Rauch pointed

to San Diego as an example of the potential for growth in the Florida brewing industry. Neither is too concerned about being crowded out of the field anytime soon. “San Diego County alone has more than 100 craft breweries,” Joerger said. “Internally, I kind of chuckle about that. There’s just so much room.” “We’ve had people ask — ‘Aren’t you worried about being the third?’” Rauch said. “No, it’s great. You don’t want to be the only one, because then there’s no craft beer culture.” If Rauch does approach Joerger for advice before Calusa opens, he’s likely to get a warm reception — but also to find out that making your way in the craft brewing industry presents its own challenge to every brewer. “Here’s the blueprint,” Joerger said. “You stick your foot on the gas pedal, you hang on to the steering wheel, and you hold on for dear life.”

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As Big Top was getting off the ground, Jeremy Joerger was operating on a parallel track. Still, as he developed plans for JDub’s Brewing Co., he wanted to get some pointers from people who seemed like they knew what they were doing. About three years ago, he made a trip to Cigar City to solicit advice from owner Joey Redner. As he picked Redner’s brain, Joerger got an initiation into the world he was determined to join. “Joey gets up, he hugs me, and he says, ‘Welcome to the fraternity,’” Joerger said. “That’s one of the hottest breweries in America, and I’m just some guy with a notepad and a dream.” JDub’s also recently celebrated its one-year anniversary, and Joerger is hopeful that he can help create the same type of brotherhood on a local level that he felt during his meeting with Redner. He left behind a six-figure government salary and a fast track to early retirement to pour his life savings into opening JDub’s. Although the business is adding employees and Joerger is thinking about expansion, he’s not focused on the bottom line. “My intent is to give the people of Sarasota and the people of Florida another brewery serving high quality product,” Joerger said. “If I can do that, I’m successful.” He’s happy with the business and his community, but the first year of running JDub’s hasn’t come without its obstacles. In addition to challenges opening the first production brewery in the city — a challenge Big Top faced in Sarasota County — Joerger has been frustrated by a business and legislative environment

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Dave Byrn, Raul Armengol, Jillian Ross, Jeremy Joerger, Evan Ekasala and Chris Lexow show off six-packs of Poolside Kolsch Ale and Up Top! IPA at JDub’s Brewing Co.

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cess. Even before the brewery ordered three more fermentation tanks to increase its production capacity by 40%, before it saw its product on the shelves of Publix and on tap in restaurants the brewers had visited for years, there were signals that locals were ready to embrace a hometown brewery. “When we finally started going, we realized so many people were coming in during our construction phase and were really excited,” Bisaha said. If it’s not robust today, Sarasota’s craft brewery scene is at least blooming. Big Top, which distributes from Tampa to Naples, with markets in Orlando and Jacksonville as well, is preparing to ramp up its production capacity as those new tanks are installed in the brewery. With four breweries — Big Top, JDub’s Brewing Co., Motorworks Brewing Co. and Darwin Brewing Co. — now open in the Sarasota-Manatee region, brewers have a positive outlook on the future of the industry in the area.

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Unconditional Surrender owner advocates for upgrades The man who donated the statue to the city is pushing officials to make improvements to the area surrounding the landmark. DAVID CONWAY NEWS EDITOR

Jack Curran is well aware that a loud faction of Sarasota residents isn’t too fond of Unconditional Surrender, the statue that towers over the bayfront and U.S. 41 near downtown. Having acknowledged that, Curran wants to call attention to what he believes is a more representative sample of visitors and residents in Sarasota. Curran, the man who purchased the statue and loaned it to the city in 2009, is emphatic on one point: Unconditional Surrender has provided a significant benefit to the city. “It’s not just me,” Curran said. “There are a lot of people who think a lot of that statue.” That’s why, in Curran’s eyes, the city should be willing to make some upgrades to the area surrounding the attraction. Along with the trustees of his estate, Paul Kirkham and John Stafford, Curran is pushing the city to invest in infrastructure improve-

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ments near Unconditional Surrender. In May, the group reached out to city commissioners to lobby for such an effort. “Everybody we talk to tells us how much they like it, how much they admire it,” Kirkham said. “I can’t tell you anything on that waterfront that gains more attention than that statue does.” In addition to amenities such as additional landscaping and new signage by Marina Jack directing people to the statue, the group is largely focused on addressing maintenance and drainage

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“Everybody we talk to tells us how much they like it, how much they admire it. I can’t tell you anything on that waterfront that gains more attention than that statue does.” — Paul Kirkham

Curran, a 93-year-old World War II veteran. Two years ago, he met with City Manager Tom Barwin and staff to advocate for the improvements. Curran left that meeting with the impression that the city was on board with the proposal, but saw no action. “We’ve had two appointments with the runners of the city and haven’t gotten anywhere,” Curran said. “That’s tough on us.” Barwin agreed the ideas sounded good, but cited funding as a major concern. “My recollection is that we all agreed some additional improvements to the areas would be nice, but funding to repave parking and add additional sitting features as Mr. Curran envisioned were the challenges,” Barwin said in an email to commissioners. Since then, Curran said he’s been stonewalled. If he were willing to fund the improvements himself, the city said he would have to hire his own landscape architect and submit plans for the project — with no assurance that the upgrades would be installed once he did. In 2013, despite the funding shortfalls, he got assurance from staff that signage should be up in the summer. As of now, nothing has been erected to direct visitors to the statue. Throughout this process, Curran has developed the sense that the city resents the presence of Unconditional Surrender and is unwilling to invest in it before the 10-year loan period runs out. When the donation was made, it was approved by only a 3-2 vote. He points to the city’s Public Art Committee, whose members have been a vocal critic of the statue, as an influence on policymakers. Taken together, he’s pessimistic about the statue’s odds of

issues. The existing walkway to the statue is too narrow, they say, and sidewalks to the east of the attraction are prone to flooding. “If you’re down there in the rainy season, it gets a lot of traffic with people going up to get pictures,” Kirkham said. “There’s not enough of the paved area around there — that’s the first priority.” Curran, who worked for the National Park Service for more than three decades, said the upgrades could benefit the city, as well. By including additional brick pavers as part of a longterm maintenance plan, the area around the state would require less frequent attention from staff. This isn’t a new endeavor for

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The interior of the former Bullet Hole has been torn up, but the future of the Paddy Wagon Irish Pub — one of three proposed nightlife tenants in the 1500 block of Main Street — is unknown at the moment.

conditional use and site-plan application. Planning Board member Morton Siegel said the denial was important for preserving the character of the downtown core, which he felt was in danger. “The worst thing that could happen to Main Street — which is what’s happening now — is the continuation of alcohol-related businesses opening up,” Siegel said. “You put young people out there late at night combined with alcohol and drugs and you’re going to have a disaster.” Elliott did not respond to requests for comment in the wake of the Planning Board’s decision, but Biter confirmed the vote jeopardized the future of Paddy Wagon in the proposed site. “They are evaluating their options and will make a decision in the near future to proceed or pull the plug,” Biter said.

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Smackdown of Bridget After rookie School Board member Bridget Ziegler posted her rationale for a vote on social media, her colleagues delivered a thinly veiled rebuke. The message: Watch your mouth, missy. It has been a month and a half, but many of you still will remember the cyclone that whirled about the Sarasota County School Board over its selection of a construction manager for the Suncoast Technical College’s North Port campus. At the recommendation of Superintendent Lori White, the board voted 4-1 to bypass its selection committee and go with Willis Smith Construction. The lone “no” vote came from Bridget Ziegler, the rookie board member who was elected last November. The day after the vote, Ziegler, age 32, posted her rationale and comments on her Facebook page (see box). Whoa. At the April 21 School Board meeting, Ziegler’s fellow board members delivered to Ziegler what easily can be called a smackdown, chastising her for seven minutes for speaking out and not following the other members’ board protocol. Talk about taking Ziegler to the woodshed. “Hey, missy, you need to learn a thing or two before you go spouting off.” That’s the way it comes across. Among the disturbing comments came from board member Jane Goodwin: “I just hope in the future you’ll … consider that you have a loyalty to this board and … we represent the Sarasota County School Board …” No mention of loyalty to taxpayers. Here’s the verbatim smackdown: Shirley Brown: I don’t know when we had talked about this, or if this something we learned at a retreat, but that we are one body, and that when we take a position on something as a board, we should follow through on that, and we shouldn’t try to pick it apart. I was a little concerned this week that after the board voted one way on something. Something else came up again on a website and again talked about what I thought was an issue that I thought was already resolved in the discussion, and that was the cost of the project manager. And that we weren’t voting on the dol-

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BRIDGET ZIEGLER’S FACEBOOK POST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE — Yesterday, the School Board voted 4-1 to ignore the selection committee’s recommendation for who will build the new STC Campus. I was the 1 vote, and here are my reasons: (1) Branding, and specifically the need to match the North and South campuses, was referenced as the reason to override the selection committee’s recommendation. We are using the same architect for the North Port Campus, as we did for the North County Campus. Any qualified CM who follows the specifications and project scope (set by the architect) will be able to achieve an end product to match the North County Campus. (2) AD Morgan, the selection committee’s recommended Construction Manager, presented project cost estimates that were $4.5 Million less than the competition. That’s $4.5 Million of taxpayer money. We MUST be good stewards of taxpayer dollars and (read #1) the branding explanation doesn’t justify $4.5 Million. (3) We MUST respect the integrity of our committee selection process and avoid the perception of favoritism. If we ignore or deviate from our set rules, simply based on relationships or past experiences, it will discourage other companies from providing bids in the future. This could lead to less options for review, a lack of competition and higher costs for taxpayers.

lars to allocate to it, we were just voting on that. And I just found it a little disconcerting that it showed up on a website or Facebook that this is where we’re at. We should look more to resolving those things and meeting with superintendent when clarification is needed.

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Frank Kovach: Shirley, I agree with what you said. I read the same post. I find it more disconcerting than anything when board members intentionally pass on this information for political gain. That really bothers (me). We know what the truth is, we know what information was out there. When I continue reading it in the paper, that’s one thing, but when it’s repeated by board members that really bothered (me). Bridget Ziegler: I personally don’t think that that one item should be completely discounted. My decision wasn’t too based on that … I did my due diligence and talked to lots of people in that industry. I guess we agree to disagree … But I’ll say moving forward, I do agree with what the board has decided and then you move forward. I was just clarifying where I stood. Caroline Zucker: Could I ask: Did you speak with the superintendent about that issue so that she could help you better understand that it wasn’t a bid? Shirley Brown: Do you meet with the superintendent? I meet with her every Monday … I’m reminded of an editorial the Herald-Tribune had about a then local senator who did something. They said she either did it on purpose, knowing she was wrong or she was doing it for a reason, and it said either way, it said she is either a fool or a tool. What bothers me is that I don’t want any of us to have that put against us. Because what goes against one, goes against all. When the public hears something is going wrong with the school board, they don’t hear that it is this board member or that board member. They remember it as the school board. I just think that we should all try to make sure we put our best face forward in the public and when we’re speaking as a school board member. And that we remember it reflects on all of us. It doesn’t help any of us and surely doesn’t help our school system if we have negative stuff out there. Frank Kovach: Probably in my 14, 15 years on the school board, I probably have been in the minority of the vote more than anybody that I have ever known. That doesn’t mean I don’t support the decision. I sure as heck don’t go around telling people that the rest of the people made the wrong decision. We made a board decision, and once you make a board decision that doesn’t mean I’m going to necessarily stand up and say I agree with decision, but I’m not going to demean the rest of the board on their decision. Jane Goodwin: I think you have to be careful with that. We want to have a great board. We want to not be divisive and fractured. To have a great board you got to trust each other. And you’re now building that up as a new board member. When I first came on the board in 2010, I sat back and listened an awful lot for the first year because I thought there was so very much I could learn. And when I had questions, I went to the superintendent or through to the staff members to get answers… I just hope in the future you’ll go to the right place, but consider that you have a loyalty to this board, and this is a job that we have all undertaken very seriously, and we represent the Sarasota County School Board… I have a great deal of loyalty to the decisions that are made via the school district and school board. I just hope that you’ll be there with us and not against us.

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After 46 years, Dan Kennedy is finally graduating from high school — as an educator. The co-founder and former head of school for the Sarasota Military Academy retired after more than 15 years at the helm with a special ceremony during morning formation with cadets Tuesday morning in the SMA courtyard. Kennedy recalled the early days of the school to the crowd of cadets, alumni and parents. “Things have certainly changed since 2003,” Kennedy said. “We had no chalk, no desks, no computers, no televisions.” The decision to retire comes after Kennedy stepped down as the head of school in January 2014 to become the school CEO. He left the school last July to aid in the transition of new Head of School Christina Bowman, who came on board in January 2014. Originally Kennedy set out on a career as an engineer for IBM until he volunteered with his wife, Tootie, to help mentor a youth group of students with difficulty in math and sciences. Kennedy grew the club to include a modelrocket program. “It was great fun, but it wasn’t long before these kids, who were

supposedly not good at math and science, were working on equations to determine the drag coefficient, velocity and all kinds of forces on their model rockets,” Kennedy said. “It was an amazing experience. We decided at that point that that was kind of a message for us. My wife and I decided collectively to switch over to education.” Over the span of his 46 years in education, Kennedy served as the principal for Sarasota High School and assistant principal for Riverview High School. During the SMA morning formation, Kennedy told cadets that his best days by far were spent with the military academy. “I’m very proud of you,” Kennedy said. “As you’re choosing your careers, pick something that you enjoy doing, because you’re going to be doing it for a long time.” Kennedy took the opportunity to shine a spotlight on graduating cadet Whitney Stewart for her leadership at SMA. He presented her with a “personal challenge coin.” SMA Board Chairman Howard Crowell presented Dan and Tootie Kennedy with a special plaque at the base of the flagpole to commemorate their contributions to the school.

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Sarasota scored six runs in the bottom of the first inning en route to a 9-3 victory over Lakewood Ranch in the Class 7A-Region 3 semifinals May 5.

RETURN TO CHAMPIONSHIP The Sarasota High baseball team played in the Final Four May 20 for the first time since 2007 when the Sailors won their eighth state title. JEN BLANCO SPORTS EDITOR

“Before playoffs started, we struggled a lot. ... A few practices into it, we said, ‘Let’s just go as far as we can.’ The intensity and focus in practice and in the games (changed), and we were like a whole new team. There was nothing really stopping us.” – Jordan Gubelman, Sarasota High baseball pitcher

display stands prominently outside Ronald K. Drews Field on the campus of Sarasota High. It’s a sign of welcome to those entering the Sailors’ baseball complex and a celebration of those who reached the pinnacle of success. Each of the Sailors’ state championships are listed — eight of which belong to the Sarasota baseball team — along with national player and coach of the year accolades, recognizing the crop of talent that came before. And for the players now seated in the Sarasota dugout, it serves as a reminder of where the program has been and motivation to add their names to the record books. It’s been eight years since the Sailors competed for a state title; and now, after a regular season filled with ups and downs, Sarasota is one of only four teams left standing. “You look to those other teams and admire what they did,” pitcher Jordan Gubelman says. “You wish you could be one of those teams, and now we’re turning that dream into reality. It doesn’t get much better than that.” Sarasota returned to the Final

Four for the first time since 2007. The Sailors played Royal Palm Beach in the Class 7A state semifinals May 20, at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers, with the winner advancing to the state championship May 21 to face the winner of the other semifinal between Plant City Durant and Oviedo. “It means a great deal,” Sarasota coach Clyde Metcalf says. “It’s been well documented the struggles that we’ve had. We didn’t play good baseball (for a while), but they changed course and elevated their focus and intensity in every aspect, and it’s been fun to watch.” After posting a 14-11 record and having lost eight of its final 11 games heading into the district tournament, the Sailors didn’t know what to expect. Sarasota edged past North Port and Lakewood Ranch to win the Class 7A-District 11 title. From that point on the Sailors were a completely different team. “Before playoffs started, we struggled a lot,” Gubelman says. “We didn’t know what to do. A few practices into it, we said, ‘Let’s just go as far as we can.’ The intensity and focus in practice and in the games (changed), and we were like a whole new team. There was nothing really stopping us.” “I don’t know what exactly

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happened to get us going, but I like it,” Gubelman says. “I’m happy with it.” Sarasota went on to post victories versus Seminole and Lakewood Ranch before posting a 4-0 nine-inning victory against Naples Gulf Coast in the regional semifinals May 14. Gubelman tossed two-hit shutout ball for 8 1/3 innings before turning the ball over to Nick Long after the Sailors scored four runs in the top of the ninth inning in a game that was delayed for two days by inclement weather. “The intensity at the top of the ninth inning — we knew there was nothing that could bring us down,” Gubelman says. “The intensity kept building, and we knew we would eventually break out and at least score a run.” Pitching and defense have been Sarasota’s strengths all season, and in the days leading up to the state semifinals, the Sailors canvassed the field, working on the little things that have helped carry them back to postseason glory. “We really want them to enjoy the experience because going to JetBlue is the epitome of high school baseball in the state,” Metcalf says. “But we also want them to be totally prepared mentally and physically to win a state championship. “It’s exciting and very gratifying,” Metcalf says. “We spend a lot of time with these guys, and to see the smiles, the joy and the celebration lets you know that all of the time and effort you put into it was worth it.”

BY THE NUMBERS

The number of state championships the Sarasota High baseball team has won.

2007

The year Sarasota made its last appearance in the Final Four prior to this season.

The number of runs the Sailors scored in the top of the ninth inning to beat Naples Gulf Coast 4-0 in the Class 7A-Region 3 finals May 14.

The number of games Sarasota played in this season that were decided by three runs or fewer.

14-11

The Sailors’ record heading into the district tournament.

The number of seniors on Sarasota’s roster who have committed to play college baseball.

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n Swimming Joie Eckhard (MVP), Kate Patrice (MVP) and Nick Romano (Coach) n Boys Tennis Josh Samuel (MVP) and Matt Jones (Coach) n Girls Tennis M’Balia Bangoura (MVP) and Savannah Jones (Coach) n Track Madison Shaw (MVP), Tre Gregory (MVP), Joey Runge (Coach) and Sophia Gardinier (Coach) n Volleyball Natalie Buffett (MVP) and Cameron Graham (Coach)

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ODA senior Austin Hoppe was named MVP for football and baseball as well as the Thunder’s male athlete of the year.

ODA celebrates athletic achievements The Out-of-Door Academy held its Athletic Awards Ceremony May 9. Austin Hoppe and M’Balia Bangoura were named the Thunder’s male and female athletes of the year, respectively. ODA presented MVP and coach awards for each of its varsity sports. Individual winners include: n Baseball Austin Hoppe (MVP) and Jake Romine (Coach) n Boys Basketball Kolbie Ward (MVP),

Amad Brayboy (MVP) and Todd Humphrey (Coach) n Girls Basketball Jenna Bloch (MVP), Lisa Hoffman (MVP) and Sierra Van Such (Coach) n Cheerleading Alex Bradbury (MVP), Sierra Dickerson (MVP) and Anne Keen (Coach) n Boys Cross-Country Erick Pena (MVP) and Jack Malcom (Coach) n Girls Cross-Country Chloe Ruppert (MVP) and Carling Landeche (Coach) n Football Austin Hoppe (MVP) and Owen Han (Coach) n Girls Golf Wendy Tan (MVP)

and Amy Cutmore (Coach) n Boys Golf Max Coutsolioutsos (MVP) and Nick Grano (Coach) n Girls Lacrosse Kimmy Comito (MVP) and Sierra Dickerson (Coach) n Boys Lacrosse Matt Leonard (MVP), Cole Chalhub (Coach) and Hunter Chalhub (Coach) n Boys Soccer Mark Sulimirski (MVP), Carson Jungers (MVP) and Tyler Wenger (Coach) n Girls Soccer Katie Lang (MVP) and Morgan Woods (Coach) n Softball Alexa Debartolo (MVP) and Bella Lee-Swartz (Coach)

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Big Summer golf season tees off Big Summer Golf Card officially welcomed the start of the summer season May 1 with the addition of exclusive Ritz-Carlton Club play dates. Traditionally closed on Mondays, the club is offering BSGC holders the opportunity to play the 18-hole course at special pricing of $75 plus tax. All

players must be BSGC holders, and advanced reservations are required. Play dates include May 25 and June 1 with an 8:30 a.m. shotgun scheduled for both days. Additional dates will be announced monthly throughout the summer. Reservations can be made by calling the Ritz-Carlton at 309-2900 or by email at golfgames@ritzcarlton.com. The BSGC offers preferred pricing on green fees at more than 55 courses along Florida’s Gulf Coast as well as south and central Florida from May to October. Cardholders also are eligible to participate in the Big Money Tour, which includes cash and prizes totaling $5,000 per month at 23 participating courses. For more information and to purchase a card for $60, visit bigsummergolf.com or call 9232232.

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Riverview High will hold its annual youth basketball camp June 1 through 4. The camp, which will run from 8 a.m. to noon, is open to boys and girls entering grades three through seven. Cost is $90 per player. For more information or to register, contact coach William Ivey at william.ivey@sarasotacountyschools.net or 9231484, Ext. 64157.

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Once through the sheer drapes of an archway that resembled the India Gate, Sarasota High School students were transported to Bollywood for prom May 16, at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota. “A Night in Bollywood” was the theme, complete with myriad colors, camels and elephants — well, cardboard cutouts.

Jahar Jackson and Kellisha Bellamy give their silliest faces in the photo booth.

BOOKER HIGH SCHOOL

Students spent the “Night in Wonderland” dancing with classmates May 9, at Michael’s on East. Among the festivities students had fun dressing up for a photo booth. Students Pablo Infante and Eileen Torres were crowned king and queen by their classmates.

Lauren Mucci and Karley Garcia pose in the photo booth.

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hether it was the top of a skyscraper or under the bright lights of Bollywood, students enjoyed a night of glamour and good friends at the many proms hosted around Sarasota.

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PINE VIEW SCHOOL

City skylines and hints of gold transported students to the top of a skyscraper for an “Urban Lux” theme for Pine View’s annual Cobalt dance May 9, at The Devyn. Students crowned senior Chris Winton-Burnette as king and senior Kylan Memminger as queen.

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Riverview High School hosted its senior prom May 9, at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota. Since they were freshmen, the students have planned the prom, holding fundraisers each year. Nearly 600 students attended the prom. Christian Ulysse and Sabrina Charlotte were named king and queen.

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Brie Goldberg and Ramon Gonzalez find the perfect props for the photo booth.

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Lindy Stowe had a henna design created on her back to go with Sarasota High School prom’s Bollywood theme. Arasay Perez and Pablo Infante smile for the camera at Booker High School’s prom.

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Melanie Gasparoni spent weeks designing and sewing her dress for Pine View’s Cobalt.

Willie Jackson and Marina Clark attend Riverview High School’s senior prom.

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tudents were aflutter Friday for the First Presbyterian Preschool annual Butterfly Ball in the Fellowship Hall. The event celebrates the graduation of 20 students who will be moving on to kindergarten next year. Friends and families enjoyed a picnic lunch, photo booth and craft projects with the students.

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home in Cherokee Park tops all transactions in this week’s real estate. Jeffrey and Susan Jones, of Sarasota, sold their home at 1500 South Drive to James and Misdee Miller, of Lakewood Ranch, for $4.5 million. Built in 1964, it has four bedrooms, six baths, a pool and 8,734 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $6.6 million in 2007.

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Poinsettia Park MSP 1924 Bougainvillea LLC sold two properties at 1924 Bougainvillea St. to Jeff and Toni Cusumano, of Sarasota, for $1.25 million. The first, built in 2014, has four bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 3,185 square feet of living area. The second, built in 1948, has one bath and 704 square feet of living area.

Peppertree Bay Salvatore and Sharon Santoro sold their Unit 307 condominium at 1200 E. Peppertree Lane to William and Amy Rohm, of Brecksville, Ohio, for $427,000. Built in 1973, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 1,200 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $365,000 in 2003.

Built in 1974, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 1,086 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $1 million in 2014.

PALMER RANCH The Hamptons EHB of Tampa Bay Inc. sold the home at 5140 Highbury Circle to Ronald and Deborah Chapman, of Sarasota, for $300,000. Built in 1999, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,889 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $230,000 in 2014. Sunrise Golf Club Estates Alexis Alexander and Gordan Mihajlovic, of Sarasota, sold their home at 5712 Firestone Court to Donald Ruwe, of Sarasota, for $270,500. Built in 2003, it has three bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 1,673 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $185,000 in 2011.

Charles Burbol and Laura Morris sold their home at 5753 Augusta Circle to Donald Bruneman, of Elgin, Ill., for $229,500. Built in 1983, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 1,517 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $72,500 in 1983.

OSPREY Sorrento Shores William Miller, of Indialantic, and Linda Pope, of Venice, sold their home at 351 Renoir Drive to Robert and Mary Klinger, of Sarasota, for $495,000. Built in 1965, it has two bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 1,971 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $224,000 in 1993.

Seashell Midnight Tango LLC sold the Unit 102 condominium at 6500 Midnight Pass Road to Brian Sullivan and Dennis Kern, of Longboat Key, for $378,000.

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“Judie was always available to us during the sales process of our home on Siesta Key. She and her team represented us in 5831 Riegels Harbor Road

$1,845,000 1145 Horizon View Drive

$1,590,000 9119 Midnight Pass Road

$1,190,000

Direct Bay access. For boat and auto enthusiasts, deep water 50’ dock, 6+ car garage. Gated enclave near Siesta Beach. 4 beds/4.5 baths.

Completely renovated custom home with deeded beach access. All new: A/C, electric, plumbing, windows and doors. 5+ car garage.

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449 Canal Road

lp $1,295,000 Walk to Siesta Key village and beach. 3 beds/3 baths/2-car garage. Great rental history. Wood floors, boat dock, private pool.

5560 Contento Drive

lp $659,000 Waterfront home near Siesta Beach with deep water dock and lift. Solar electric, freshly painted, 3 beds/2 baths/2-car garage.

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Successfully Selling Sunsets & Waterfront

290 North Washington Drive

$5,900,000

Stunning bayfront home on St. Armand’s Circle. Never lived in 6,700 square feet, five bed/six bath, media room, large lanai on Sarasota Bay with deep water dockage space.

1135 Kings Way Drive

$749,000

Great watefront opportunity in Laurel Landings. Estate home on an acre with over 4,000 Square Feet overlooking a private setting. Boat access on Shackett Creek to the Intra Coastal Waterway. Adjacent lot available.

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3657 San Remo Terrace | Boater’s Dream Home | $4,275,000 Protected Harbor, Deep Water Basin | OPEN HOUSE, SUN., MAY 24,1-4 PM

Laura Pearson

1309 Vermeer Drive

$485,900 1615 Southbay Drive

Large updated home in Sorrento Woods with three car garage and upgrades galore. Oversized screened lanai and pool on a private, serene lot. Community boat ramp and dock with easy access to the ICW.

$349,000

Lowest priced pool home in Sarasota's only boating and tennis community, Southbay Yacht & Racquet Club in Osprey. Tile throughout with updated bathrooms and open floor plan. Boat slips available.

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#1 Agent in the Siesta Key Office for 24 years!

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$1,150,000 MLS# A4112028

Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate Owned and Operated by NRT,LLC

1214 Sea Plume Way

Just ½ mile to the white sands of Siesta Beach  Directly off the Intracoastal Waterway  3 generous bedrooms plus a den, 2559 sq. ft.  Tranquil harbor views from most rooms  2nd story wraparound deck overlooks the pool  Ground level 28’x15’ Bonus room opens to pool

Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate 5145 Ocean Blvd., Sarasota, FL

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4240 Breezeway Blvd, #321

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath. 1138 sq. ft. Gated, maintenance-free in Palmer Ranch  Close to the Legacy Trail  Oversize community pool, hot tub  Clubhouse, fitness center, tennis, basketball Close to Sarasota Square Mall & Potter Park YMCA

$999,000 MLS# A4109444

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Beautiful 2 story home nestled on a spacious piece of property with just over 2 acres. The kitchen features granite countertops, built in oven and microwave , stove top, and granite island. Mother-in-law suite and master suite have full baths. Marble floors throughout. The fireplace room is tiled and French doors lead to a screened lanai. 3 more bedrooms and 2 baths are upstairs, with crown molding throughout and lots of closet space. Close to University Towne Center Mall. Shopping, theatre, airport, restaurants nearby.

Bring your horses. Move in ready. Owner Motivated MLS#A3997031 Offered at $499,500

2BR/2BA, Bay views, granite/stainless steel kitchen, marble bathroom, resort style pool, fitness center. 24 Hour Concierge, guest suite, Secured parking.

Call for appointment to view... 941-716-4569

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Michael Granston | Century 21 Dockside | 941.504.8018

A place you will love to call home... • Panoramic waterfront views • Private, modern coastal home • Tropical landscaping • 177 feet of waterfront • Bleached wood volume ceilings • Spacious living room, dining and family rooms • Large pool, pool deck, covered outdoor patio • Open kitchen, screened porch for outdoor dining • Steps from a new, deep-water double dock • Private-entrance guest house • Just one mile from award-winning Siesta Key Beach.

Simply extraordinary! MLS#A4101670

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$2,780,000

941.376.1717 • www.SarasotaFineHomes.com • KimOgilvie@michaelsaunders.com 1801 Main Street • Sarasota, Florida 34236

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HARBOR ACRES BAY FRONT

It’s all about the location! Experience waterfront living from Sarasota’s premier downtown neighborhood. Gated and walled, the three quarter acre estate offers deep water harborage, an updated home in model condition with 4 BR’s, a wood paneled office, a new roof, new windows and waterside terraces. $5,950,000

SIESTA KEY WATERFRONT

Lush gardens with specimen bromeliads and orchids reminiscent of Selby Gardens surround this special model-like Siesta Key home which enjoys it’s superlative position at the intersection of 2 canals offering long views and a private back yard. 4 BR, 3BA, 2CG. $1,150,000

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CRYPTOQUIZ Each of the following cryptograms is a clue to the identity of an American general. Using the hints Y=E and B=T, decipher the clues to name the general.

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Personals

COFFEE MACHINE: Starbucks Verismo, single serve, slightly used, w/500+ coffee and milk pods, $160. 941-921-2539.

WE BUY CARS. TOP $$ PAID FOR YOUR VEHICLES. Call Hawley Motors, 941-923-3421.

GOLF CART: Sun Mountain Easy Push, 4/wheel, $50. Small portable gas grill on wheels, w/cover, $40. 505-715-3588.

I BUY CARS TRUCKS AND MOTORCYCLES. LICENSED, BONDED, OVER 36 YRS, EXPERIENCE. NO HASSLE, BEST PRICES. CONTACT MARK, (941) 356−7788.

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SHOWER CHAIR, Raised Toilet Seat and Walker for handicapped person. $150 for all. 941-346-3516.

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Items Under $200 For Sale BLACKMAX SELF propelled mower, Honda engine, big rear wheels, runs excellent. $200 941-587-4157 BIKE, VINTAGE 10-Speed Peugeot, silver. $50.00. Mahogany Twin Sleigh Bed, box spring, mattress. $50.00. 863-221-8666. BARBIE DOLL “Lingerie” $80. Santa (Dec.) in chair $55. Hallmark porcelain Figurine (Barbie) $35. 941-926-0778 AUSTRALIAN MEMORABILIA: 20/antique postcards 1940’s, Sydney harbor, beaches area, $100. 2 Akubra hats, $25/ea. 941-483-3469. ADVERTISE YOUR MERCHANDISE with the total value of all items $200 or less in this section for FREE! Limit 1 ad per month, 15 words or less. Price must be included next to each item. No commercial advertising. Ad runs 2 consecutive weeks in 1 Observer. 941-955-4888 Or Email ad to: classified@yourobserver.com (Please provide your name and address) Or Online at: www.yourobserver.com Or mail to: The Observer Group P.O. Box 3169 Sarasota, Fl 34230

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SKI GEAR: Everything but skis and poles. $200 for all. 941-383-1789

FOCUSED, DISCIPLINED and Desiring your own business? Minimal Investment! Sky is the Limit!! 941-724-5722

BLONDE OAK table with 6 tall chairs. $125. (941) 223−5097. OTTOMAN, BROWN leather, smooth top, 48"w x 30"d x 17"h. $200. (941) 922−0103.

JAN PRO CLEANING FRANCHISE: $950 Down Required, Financing Available for growth, Includes customers. Earn up to $10,000 Month+. Call 941-907-8141.

ANTIQUE DROP−LEAF Tea table, beautiful, $130. (941) 924−5093.

Autos For Sale Hawley Motors II 5741 Pinkney Ave. 941-312-5890 www.hawleybudgetcars.com 2011 Chevy Cruz LS, only 44K/miles, clean Car Fax, local vehicle, $11988 2007 BMW 328 I Wagon, blue with tan leather, 80K/miles, $10988 2006 Subaru Legacy GT, blue w/black leather, sunroof, 59K/miles, $11988 2000 Dodge Dakota Quadcab V8 SLT, white/gray $6988 2007 Mercedes Benz C 230 Sport, locally owned and well maintained, $11988 2006 GMC Sierra Crew Cab SLT, black/black, $15988 2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid, leather, 4 cylinder, great gas mileage, clean Car Fax, locally owned, excellent maint. history, $10988 2009 Honda Odyssey EX 3.5 V6, only 72K/miles, new tires, like new cond., $13988 2008 Mercury Mariner Premier, leather, moon roof, V6, 56K/miles, new tires, $12988 2010 Ford Edge Limited, clean Car Fax, Florida vehicle, all the bells and whistles, $159882009 Pontiac G6, 4 door sedan, 4 cyl., auto, low miles, white/cloth, $8988 2005 Lexus ES330 only 95K/miles, clean Car Fax $10988 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 ST, 75K miles, like new, reg. cab, 8’ bed, 3.7 V6, REDUCED! $12988 2009 Scion xD, hatchback, 65K/miles, new tires, clean, $9988 Hawley Motors Over 32 Years in Business Sarasota’s Oldest Dealership Financing Available Cars Wanted - We Buy Cars! 941-312-5890

Storage STORAGE FACILITY Boat/ RV/ Trailer. Secure facility, low monthly rentals, Clark Rd area. 941-809-3660, 941-809-3662.

WE’RE NOT YOUR ORDINARY FLOORING INSTALLERS! We are more. We have multiple crews with over 20 years experience to master your tile and wood flooring installation. We specialize in tile that looks like wood, offset, patterns, and more. Call us. You won’t regret it. Fully Licensed and Insured. Joe Davis, 941.929.3000.

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This week’s Sudoku answers

Furnishings BRAND NEW Queen Pillowtop Mattress Set. Willing to sacrifice for $150. Won’t last. (941)387-4810. DINING ROOM table w/extension and 4 chairs, $160. Coffee table, $60. 941-371-0432. DRESSER: MAHOGANY, Henredon Villa Borghese, w/3 paneled mirror, $1000 o/b/o. Tiffany chandelier, $350 o/b/o. 301-351-0257.

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Announcements This Is To Inform The Patients Of Dr. Richard Mofffett Of His Retirement From Dentistry. Patient records are available via written request to: P.O. Box 17395 Sarasota, Fl 34276 2015

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P/T SALES position for family owned gift shop in Siesta Key. 24-30 hours per week. Must be available for evenings and weekends. Retirees welcome. 941-323-9245.

1BR/1BA ARLINGTON Park near SMH. Private garden cottage for single person, all inclusive $850 per month. (720) 220−7470.

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210 FEET of Waterfront, 2 docks. Set up as 2 family, 2BR/2BA Upstairs, 1BR/1BA Down. $482,000. Call Brooke O'Malley, CLUB REALTY 941-726-2677. Ask about Luxury Buyer Rebate up to $4,500*

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1BR/1BA SARASOTA. AFFORDABLE $69,900, free−standing villa, 55+ condo comm. Walkable amenities, pool, clubhouse. NEW open Kitchen, Roof, Skylight, Air, HW. Carport, Den, WD, HOA $265. 2 Strathmore Blvd. (941) 378−7889.

2BR/2BA SARASOTA Downtown −− Alinari. Turnkey furnished. Private balcony overlooking resort style pool and city. Amenities include fitness center, theater, guest suites, card/billiard room, wine storage room, garage parking, 24 hour concierge, business center. Walk to all attractions. A+ tenant in place through mid− October, 2015 and may wish to renew for an additional term. Tenant also willing to vacate early. $415,000. (845) 440−3036 days.

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Vacation/Seasonal Rentals SIESTA KEY Condo: 1BR, sleeps 4, ground floor, patio. Walk to beach, shopping, restaurants. Pool, laundry. Two week minimum. May through mid-December. $500/wk or $1500/mo. Also available from April 16, 2016. No pets. Steve 586-883-3392.

Adult Care Services LOCAL EXPERIENCED Caregiver, medical background, seeking to provide cheerful, competent care for your loved one. Fluent Italian. References. Reasonable. 941-552-9240. RETIRED RN. Transportation, medication monitoring, light housekeeping and meal preparation. Compassionate TLC. 30+ Years experience. 941-266-6012, Kathie.

941-809-3725 HCS #230506 NR #30211577 WHY LEAVE THE SAFETY AND COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME to receive professional, affordable, compassionate care? Elder Care Services provides a variety of customized care options, perfectly tailored to your personal needs and lifestyle. Our specialized services include, but are not limited to: Homemaking, errands, doctor visits, transportation, meal prep with special dietary needs, medication supervision, and so much more. Call today for more information, 941-377-4465 or visit us on the web at: eldercaresarasota.com. Licensed, bonded, and insured. Lic#30211372

GULFSIDE A/C & Heating, LLC. SALES & SERVICE, FREE ESTIMATES! 10 MINUTE RESPONSE. Visa/MC/Disc. Lic. #CAC1816929 941-962-6863.

Auto Transport

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Carpentry RON VOIT CONSTRUCTION L.L.C. Comm/Res. Room Additions. Interior Renovations. Kitchen and Bath Remodeling. Door and Window Replacement. Rotted Wood Repairs. Crown Molding and Trim. Call Ron 941-228-7601. State Lic. CBC1259788.

Cleaning NEED A Cleaner? Experienced, dependable and ready to begin! Residential, Office and Window Cleaning. Excellent references. Claudia C. Cleaning Services 941-773-6895 EDLA’S CLEANING SERVICES: Residential Commercial, New Construction. Meticulous, deep cleaning top to bottom. We Guarantee. Affordable & Reliable. Excellent References. Free Estimates. Licensed and Insured. Weekly and Bi-weekly. 941-536-7447.

AIR CONDITIONING

BRAZILIAN CLEANING Service by Maria. Residential. Meticulous Cleaning. Excellent References. Free Estimates. Reliable. Lic./ Ins. 941-400-3342. ND SPARKLE. We are a family business experienced in both home and office cleaning great rates. Call for a quote. 941-330-4466. Email: norgrasi@hotmail.com AFFORDABLE HOUSE CLEANING @ $70. GREAT REFERENCES. Carlla. 941−894−9262. HOUSE CLEANING Services Call (941) 539−0962 & (941) 416−5117 JEN’S CLEANING. Experienced, dependable, & detailed. Excellent references. (941) 356−7829 Jen.

Computer Services OWN A MAC/iPHONE/iPAD? MacTutor has 21+ years experience teaching Apple products. I speak English, not “Geek”! (941) 323-2363 www.FLMacTutor.com

Home Improvement/ Remodeling MITCHELL HANDYMAN. Painting, Carpentry, Tile, Pressure Cleaning. Total Home Improvements, Repairs. Small and large! 941-284-8488.

Painting/Wallpapering

Air Conditioning

TISE IN R E V D A . S T GET RESUL

CARLO DATTILO PAINTING. Licensed & insured. Interior/ Exterior painting including drywall repair and retexturing. Wallpaper installation & removal, pressure washing. Residential & commercial, condos. Honest & reliable. Free estimates. 941-744-1020. 35+ years experience.

Pet Services DOGGY HOTEL/GROOMING. 24 Hour Daycare. FREE Daycare with groom (we are the best). 3925 Brown Avenue behind Sleep King. doggyhotel.net 941-554-4620.

Pressure Cleaning AUTHORITY ONE PROFESSIONAL PRESSURE WASHING AND WINDOW CLEANING. Residential and Commercial. Roof cleaning and coating, paver cleaning and sealing, pool areas, etc. 941-251-5948.

Transportation AUTO, BOAT AND BIKE TRANSPORT LICENSED, BONDED AND INSURED BEARS TRANSPORT WE SHIP EVERYWHERE!! (866) 858−8066 www.bearstransport.com

ALTERATIONS/UPHOLSTERY

ATTORNEY

Frank Beck Upholstery

WILLS, TRUSTS, PROBATE, ELDER LAW

Home Furnishing Restoration and Upholstery Specialist!

Honesty • Integrity • Quality • Value

Law Ofﬁce of

In shop free estimates Pick up and delivery services available

Sharon M. Guy, P.A.

552-5766

Allow me to do my very best for you! Hours: Monday-Friday 9am - 3pm • Weekends by appointment Gulf Gate Village 6568 Superior Ave., Sarasota, FL 34231

941• 925 • 2447

Sharon M. Guy

169654

ESTABLISHED 1975!

29A

AUGUSTINE’S CLEANING SERVICE. Full service, organizing. Dependable, Professional. Move in/ Move out. Heidi 941-724-3425. Service you can trust. BLUE FISH CLEANING INC. 941-705-3812. Insured, Bonded. Affordable reliable home cleaning, $80, 2 cleaners, 2 hours.

A Lending Hand, Inc.

WEST OF Trail. One level, near Selby with Community Boat Dock. 3BR/3BA, pool. Potential Mother-in-Law. $1,175,000. *Up to $11,000 Buyer Rebate. Call Brooke O’Malley, CLUB REALTY 941-726-2677.

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RITZ CARLTON Marina: 3BR/3BA furnished townhome, 2 car garage, 3 balconies, large boat dock. N/P, N/S. $3800/mo. Seasonal $6500/mo. 4 month minimum. Available 5/15. 970-948-6815

Ofﬁce in Palmer Ranch 8586 Potter Park Drive, Sarasota, FL 34238

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AUTO SERVICE

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15505 Lemon Fish Dr. Bradenton, FL 34202 Ofﬁce 941-650-9790

BOAT SERVICES 171841

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LIGHTHOUSE ELECTRIC

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3690387-01

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• Pet Sitting

Specializing in Lanai Screening and Panel Replacements David Hall

• Excellent references

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941-780-0658

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PLUMBING

171858

make your moving day a pleasure.

Fast Quality Service at Reasonable Rates Ins./Lic. #RF0048866

Installed

Reg. Price 27900 Installed

379-9070

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Complete Plumbing Services & Repairs Residential, New Construction and Commercial No Overtime, No Trip Charge No Job Too BIG or Too SMALL. We DO IT ALL!

Family Owned & Operated • Third Generation Master Plumber All Major Credit Cards Accepted www.GeneralPlumbingSarasota.com

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• Pet Shuttle (p/u & delivery to vet, groomer, etc.) • Day Care (on request in Central Sarasota) • More

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• Dog Walking • Home Visits while owner is away • Slumber Parties • Pet/Home Sitting

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Driveway and Deck Staining

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HALL AMERICAN SCREENING LLC

• Over 13 years experience

941-960-6079

Dave McCarthy

• Restoration Specialist • Rescreening • Screw Replacement • Specialty Screens • Paint Doors and more

941-345-5264

• Dog Walking

169414

Owner and Operator

L13000081129 Licensed and Insured

SCREENING

RESCREENING SPECIALIST

169660

169774

724-2945

Fully Insured

State Licensed Contractor #CCC057066

169380

Pet Care

Family Owned and Operated

Operator/Owner

941-228-9850

Joe Murray, Owner

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IKEA KITCHEN ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION $ 99+ per cabinet

170562

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171340

199

Lic. & Ins.

LEAKY ROOF?

Providing personal and administrative support to individuals and small businesses.

373-9299

ROOFING

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31A

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REPRESENTING Top Big Bottom Big

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