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City rolls out St. Armands paid parking, garage plans For decades, St. Armands Circle leaders have called for the construction of a parking garage. A new proposal, heavily reliant on paid parking, could make the project a reality. PAGE 3A

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Leprechaun brings luck to Habitat He can’t lift a hammer, but volunteers still think he’s a lucky charm when it comes to building homes. Meet Habitat McLucky, who has been spotted at building sites for Habitat for Humanity. Find out where he’ll be next by following Habitat for Humanity Sarasota on Instagram at @habitatsrq.

The city has stressed the need for cheaper housing, but Harvey Vengroff says his apartment plans have been largely ignored.

Epic arrangements Members of the Sarasota Ikebanta Sogetsu Study Group prepared 12 Taisaku-style floral arrangements for the gallery entrances in the new Asian Wing at the John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art. Taisaku is Japanese for “epic.” The style requires larger-than-life designs used in large spaces for special occasions or staged demonstrations.

A+E An artist’s quest for depth leads her to sculpture. INSIDE

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Barbara and John Auld celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Saturday, March 12, at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church’s seventh annual Irish Celebration. SEE MORE PHOTOS ON PAGE 4B

Coming off a unanimous show of support from the city’s Planning Board, Harvey Vengroff still doubts city officials will let him build a proposed 393-unit affordable apartment complex. SEE PAGE 10A

State of the Artspace Advocates for an affordable artist live/work housing complex are renewing their focus on bringing a project to Sarasota. PAGE 5A

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Jane Nutter Johnson, Jim Shirley, Veronica Morgan, Bharat Patel, Cindy Eley and Chris Fitzgibbons are members of the Arts and Cultural Alliance’s Artspace committee.

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“If they don’t want me to spend $20 million to put affordable housing on it, (forget) ’em. I’ll go sailing.” Harvey Vengroff, on the tepid

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support he anticipates from the city for his planned 393-unit affordable housing complex. READ MORE ON PAGE 10A

Rosemary development continues to bloom The Rosemary District is in the midst of a building boom, and one local architecture firm is designing even more residential projects. “I think the city of Sarasota only has one way to expand, and it’s to the north,” said Halflants + Pichette architect Michael Halflants. Halflants’ firm, which has been based in the once blighted neighborhood north of downtown for a decade, has started crafting plans for a five-story, 62-unit development at the northeast corner of Fourth Street and Cocoanut Avenue. It will be the firm’s largest development in Rosemary. That concept joins Vanguard Lofts, which will feature six condos, and the 28-unit Risdon on 5th as the company’s latest projects in the area. Vanguard will cost approximately $2.4 million to build, and Risdon will cost $6 million, according to city permits. The firm is also designing 10 luxury townhomes at 1542 Fourth St., across the street from a cluster of restaurants, including Blue Rooster and Servandos. The Rosemary Residential Overlay District, which allows development within its borders of up to 75 units per acre, is a major catalyst for the explosion in new

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DEMOCRATS 37.26% Bernie Sanders 1.61% Martin O’Malley

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Precincts 101, 111, 129, 135, 215 and 227 voted for Sanders.

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n Sarasota City Commission meeting — 2:30 and 6 p.m. Monday, March 21, City Hall, 1565 First St., Sarasota n Sarasota County Commission meeting — 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 22, and Wednesday, March 23, Administration Building, 1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota

Precint 303 was split between Cruz and Rubio for the Republicans, and Clinton and Sanders for the Democrats.

Rubio carried Precinct 513 by two votes.

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55% Overall turnout

Voter turnout was higher than in the previous two presidential primaries, with 59% of registered Republicans and 48% of registered Democrats casting ballots.

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GARAGE SALE City staff is finalizing a proposal to pay for a 521-space garage on St. Armands Circle. To secure the project, leaders in the area have reversed their opposition to a paid parking system. CORE: 354 spaces within the St. Armands core commercial district PERIMETER: 385 spaces beyond the core commercial district

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A consultant’s study recommended a threetier pricing system for paid parking on St. Armands Circle. A model projects the following revenue, right, for a paid system in place from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week. However, City Parking Manager Mark Lyons indicated city officials wouldn’t necessarily favor that model. He requested a revised projection for a system in place from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, with slightly more expensive rates:

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TOTAL: $14.9 MILLION An estimated $15 million project would necessitate a 20-year bond with a debt service of $26.2 million. Here’s how the city would pay on a yearly basis:

PARKING COST PER HOUR Consulatant model Revised model $1.50 $1.20 $0.90 $0.60 $0.30 Core on- Perimeter Off-street street on-street surface lots

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ESTIMATED PROJECT TIMELINE n May 2016: Adopt assessment, parking fee and bond resolutions n June 2016: Prepare request for proposals from contractors n November 2016: Award construction contract n July-October 2017: Secure bond n October 2017: Set maximum price with contractor n January 2018: Begin construction n December 2018: End construction n October 2019: First principal bond payment n October 2038: Final bond payment

ity of paid parking models as the commission considers investing in the project. City officials have attributed the failure of the previous paid parking system in part to the meters themselves, which were criticized as difficult to use. Before any meter vendor is selected, Walker recommends a pilot program in which multiple vendors can compete, allowing the public to decide on its preferred meters. “I think we have an open mind about making sure we have something that’s easy to use, easy to understand, works quickly, but also provides the benefits people expect,” Lyons said. If it’s ultimately approved, paid parking would not begin on St. Armands Circle until the garage is constructed, Lyons said. On Monday, City Finance Director John Lege will also discuss details of the bonding process. The city has already taken steps to establish a special assessment for properties in the commercial tourist district, expected to generate $260,000 per year over the life of the bond. In total, a $15 million bond is projected to require $26.2 million in debt service payments from the city. Although more refined cost estimates and design details on a garage are still to come, landowners, merchants and residents on St. Armands Circle have already endorsed the project. “We’ve received complete support from the community in terms of moving forward to get that accomplished,” Lyons said.

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o fund a $14.9 million parking garage project on St. Armands Circle, city staff is proposing a tiered paid parking system for the commercial district. On Monday, city staff will present a detailed update on the proposed garage to the City Commission. In addition to paid parking, staff also recommends creating a special taxing district for properties in the area. Both new revenue sources would be used to pay down a 20-year bond to fund garage construction. A preliminary timeline suggests the project could be complete by December 2018. The latest push for a garage dates back to at least 2011, although stakeholders in the area say the demand has existed for more than 20 years. A 2013 study indicated the Circle is facing a 320-space parking deficit. The new garage, which would be located on a municipal lot on North Adams Drive, would include 521 parking spaces. The demand for a garage may be longstanding, but the possible acceptance of paid parking is a newer development. As the city implemented paid parking downtown — an effort it eventually abandoned in 2012 — officials discussed placing meters on the Circle, as well. At the time, St. Armands stakeholders stood in firm opposition to the idea. “Every Circle merchant and every Circle landowner would be opposed to it,” said Marty Rappaport, co-chairman of the St. Armands Business Improvement District, in a 2011 interview with the Longboat Observer. Today, Rappaport has changed his position on paid parking — a sign of his determination to secure a garage for St. Armands. He says he’s not alone: At a recent meeting of Circle property owners, Rappaport said the group expressed willingness to accept the necessary expenses to make a garage a reality. “There were none opposed, none abstaining,” Rappaport said. “We do have support for the garage.” At this point, some key details of a paid parking system still aren’t finalized. A report from Walker Parking Consultants proposes a system in which the “core” on-street spaces cost $1 per hour, while perimeter onstreet parking costs 75 cents per hour, and surface lot parking is 50 cents per hour. Staff is looking for direction from the commission on the ultimate cost and hours of operation for paid parking, although City Parking Manager Mark Lyons said that likely won’t be the focus of Monday’s meeting. Instead, staff will look to provide information about the potential profitabil-

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Jane Nutter Johnson, Jim Shirley, Veronica Morgan, Bharat Patel, Cindy Eley and Chris Fitzgibbons are members of the Arts and Cultural Alliance’s Artspace committee. The group is working on raising funds in an effort to attract an artist live/work housing project to Sarasota.

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The quest to secure an affordable live/work artist housing project in Sarasota has languished in a preliminary phase for nearly two years, but the coalition that formed in support of the project isn’t giving up hope. Instead, the group is starting a new effort to raise funds. Their first volley is an event Monday, focused on discussing the history of the North Trail and the process of historic preservation in rede-

veloping neighborhoods. The event speaks to the vision of Veronica Morgan, the artist who first raised awarness of the initiative in Sarasota. It’s unknown if her work will ultimately pay off — or where a project would actually be placed — but she sees an opportunity for synergy between artist housing and the revitalization of the North Trail. “I think the North Trail is the most interesting area in Sarasota,” Morgan said. “It’s the last area that hasn’t been compromised.” In late 2013, Morgan began

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Advocates for an artist housing project believe their work could help revitalize the North Trail. Will they succeed this time?

telling people about Artspace, a Minneapolis-based nonprofit that specializes in developing live/work housing for artists. If Artspace chooses to build a project in a community, it manages it in perpetuity, ensuring the residential units remain affordable. The idea was embraced quickly, and the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County agreed to take the lead on pursuing a project. Artspace representatives visited Sarasota in 2014, and an initial report suggested a mixed-use arts project could serve as a “catalyst for change” on the North Trail. Still, that report said Artspace needed more information about the market for artist housing in Sarasota. The next step, it said, should be an “arts market study,” which came with a price tag of $42,500. That report was finalized in May 2014. To date, Artspace advocates have raised just $10,000 toward funding the more detailed study. The project may have fallen out of the public eye, but the effort has never been abandoned, according to Arts Alliance Executive Director Jim Shirley. Still, the fundraising effort is being ramped up, as a small group of volunteers — composed mostly of artists and North Trail residents — renew the effort to bring Artspace here. Morgan credits Jane Nutter Johnson, who has helped guide fundraising efforts, as an important new advocate for that cause. Johnson, who serves as the organizer for the Sun Circle Art Fes-

tival, has visited five live/work artist projects in different states to get a sense of their impact. She came away with the conclusion that a similar development would be a boon for Sarasota’s artists. She also met with Artspace representatives and concluded that a project is still viable. “I felt they really wanted this to work in Sarasota, and we just needed to get enthusiasm going again,” Johnson said. “It was still there, it was just languishing.” Monday’s event isn’t the only source of new funds for the survey. The group is also working to set up an online crowdfunding website, and more events are being planned. Although Shirley cautions against banking on any particular site, he, too, sees the potential synergy with the North Trail. “If you look at the history of what Artspace projects have been able to do nationwide — they’re able to go into an area, develop a project, and the area develops around it,” Shirley said. “It helps bring an area up.” For now, the group is just focused on funding the survey. Still, for the project to succeed, advocates say a bigger coalition of supporters must eventually coalesce around the effort. “There’s got to be buy-in on the part of government and business and the community,” Shirley said. “Whenever you’re working on big consensus projects, sometimes it takes a bit of time to pull it all together.”

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When Jennifer Ahearn-Koch moved back to her native Sarasota in 1997, she mostly planned on minding her own business. For Ahearn-Koch, who has served as president of the Tahiti Park Neighborhood Association and a member of the city’s Planning Board, that changed with a single project in 2001. “My neighbor came to me and asked me if I had heard about the filling in of a neighborhood pond in the middle of the night,” Ahearn-Koch said. “I have been passionately involved in the neighborhood ever since.” That pond was filled in as part of an effort to develop 8 acres of vacant land in the 1800 block of North Tamiami Trail, located on Whitaker Bayou. Since then, residents in Tahiti Park and Indian Beach/Sapphire Shores have clashed periodically with builders seeking to place a boat storage facility, condominiums, a gas station and other uses on the site. This week, current property owner Jebco Ventures is submitting the latest plans for the land. The proposal calls for a threephase project including 156 condo units with 50 boat slips, 16,500 square feet of commercial space on U.S. 41 and a drive-thru restaurant on 17th Street. Jebco CEO Jim Bridges still needs to gain approvals from the city. Already, though, he’s cleared a big hurdle: potential opposition from residents. On Monday, the Sarasota County Council of Neighborhood Associations hosted a forum with Bridges, Ahearn-Koch and other residents to discuss the new project as a model for neighborhooddeveloper cooperation. Bridges said he never had to deviate from his original vision for the land. He has accommodated requests from residents, such as restricting boat lifts to condo residents and allowing the neighborhood to use the project’s kayak launch, but he said it’s important to factor in the needs of the surrounding area when planning begins. “It’s the only product in my mind,” Bridges said of the current concept. “There’s other products that would work there, but not • 30 Day Comfort Exchange • Removal and Set Up • Discount Prices on Adjustable Beds • Locally Owned and Operated • Same Day Delivery • FREE DELIVERY

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If you give it, they spend Florida lawmakers decided the state could not afford $600 million of Gov. Scott’s proposed $1 billion in tax cuts. But state spending is outpacing Florida’s growth.

bigger, government coffers practically were overflowing with money to spend. It was almost as if legislators and county and city commissioners couldn’t spend it as fast as it was coming in. But all that growth-driven spending eventually caught the attention of taxpayers. They began movements in states and cities to reign it in. In some states, voters elected real fiscal conservatives, and in a few places,those legislators, governors and local elected officials enacted laws that limited spending growth. One of the most commonly advocated limits was capping the annual growth in state spending to no more than the combined rates of growth of inflation and population. Colorado was a leader in this movement with its Taxpayers Bill of Rights (TABOR). Its cap on spending required the state to send checks to taxpayers whenever state tax collections exceeded the growth in population and inflation. And for a few consecutive years until 2005, Coloradoans enjoyed their annual tax refunds. But when the economic downturn began, then-Republican Gov. Bill Owens and the Colorado Legislature imposed a temporary freeze on annual refunds. It took until last year for the refunds to begin again. Meanwhile, when a few Florida lawmakers and other fiscal advocates

COMPARISON OF SPENDING & GROWTH FLORIDA POPULATION

HOW STATE SPENDING HAS GROWN

2010 18,801,310 2015 20,271,272 % Change 7.8%

Total* % Change 2010-2011 $70,377.4 2011-2012 $69,676.6 -1.0% 2012-2013 $70,036.7 +0.5% 2013-2014 $74,492.6 +6.3% 2014-2015 $77,081.1 +3.4% 2015-2016 $78,697.9 +2.0% 2016-2017 $82,348.9 +4.6% Total change from 2011-17 +18.1%

U.S. INFLATION RATES

* Total operating and fixed capital outlays Source: Florida Fiscal Portal; HB 5001

2011 3.0% 2012 1.7% 2013 1.5% 2014 0.8% 2015 0.7% 2016 1.4% Total 9.1% Population growth + inflation ... .16.9% State spending increase. ............ 18.1%

2011-2012 WHERE THE MONEY WENT Human Services Education Natural Resources/Transportation Criminal Justice/Corrections General Government Judicial Branch Total

Total % of Total Employees $28,482.3 40.8% 36,869 $22,514.2 32.3% 2,488 $9,778.6 14.0% 16,967 $4,650.9 6.6% 47,361 $4,488.1 6.4% 18,716 $462.4 0.6% 4,325 $69,676.6 — 126,728

2016-2017: WHERE THE MONEY WILL GO Human Services Education Natural Resources/Transportation General Government Criminal Justice/Corrections Judicial Branch Total

Total % of Total Employees $33,313.9 41.6% 31,772 $25,639.7 31.1% 2,325 $14,636.8 17.7% 15,065 $4,566.8 5.5% 18,644 $4,450.6 5.4% 41,265 $524.0 0.6% 4,343 $79,980.7 — 113,416

HIGHLIGHTS n From Gov. Rick Scott’s first budget for fiscal 2011-2012, overall state spending has risen an average of 3.36% a year. n Total state spending from fiscal 2011-2012 to 2016-2017 increased 18.1%. n Human Services, the highest spending category, has increased 18.3% from

fiscal 2011-2012 to 2016-2017.

n Natural Resources/Transportation spending has increased the fastest in the Scott years: up 49.6%. The increase is attributed largely to transportation spending. That has risen 55.4% since the 2011-12 fiscal year — from $6.9 billion to $10.7 billion. n State government employees since 2011-2012 have decreased by 13,312, or

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ith the conclusion of the 2016 legislative session, we’re reminded of that bromide about government spending: If you give the government money, it will spend it. That certainly has been the case in Florida, even during the era of conservative Gov. Rick Scott and the overwhelmingly conservative Republican Legislature. Well, let’s say allegedly conservative. Lawmakers closed shop last week on another record budget: $82.3 billion — a 4.6% increase over the previous year. But bless their conservative souls. They actually could have spent even more — another $3.4 billion. But being the fiscal tightwads they say they are, ahem, they resisted the urge. They voted to put $3 billion into the state’s rainy-day savings account, and they voted to give back to taxpayers $400 million in tax cuts. Wasn’t that nice? A measly 0.4% of the total tax revenues pouring into state coffers comes back to you. The tide and focus certainly has changed in the past decade. Remember the days, say in the early 2000s, when taxpayers and taxpayer groups railed at the drunken-sailor spending habits of every level of government? Back then, with the economy roaring, the housing bubble getting

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attempted to create a similar cap in Florida in the early 2000s, unfortunately, even with a Republican dominated Legislature, the effort died. Not surprisingly, legislators shuddered at being handcuffed. Thankfully for taxpayers, the recession took care of runaway spending, at least at the state and local levels. Those jurisdictions are required by law to balance their budgets. But old habits are hard to break. Once Florida overcame its economic crash, starting slowly in 2011, Florida’s tax collections have been rising steadily. And legislators have responded as they always do to an improving and growing economy. Just look at the table at the lower left. After bottoming out in fiscal 2011-2012, Florida’s spending has increased every year, rising 18% over the past five years. OK, we’ll admit it: With Florida’s population growing again, you would expect an increase in tax revenues and a corresponding increase in the demand for government services. But if you applied the Colorado TABOR test, Florida’s spending is outpacing its growth (see box). What’s contributing to the growth? The biggest driver is transportation. Since Gov. Scott was inaugurated in 2011, state transportation spending has increased 55% to a projected $10.7 billion in the next fiscal year. Many lawmakers and Floridians would say that spending is long overdue, given Florida’s crowded highways. The other contributor is Florida’s human services category — social spending. It has increased 18% since fiscal 2011. Education spending, in contrast, has increased 13.8% — less than the growth in population and inflation. (Mind you, we’re not criticizing that. We’re not in the camp of those who contend you fix public education with more money.) So while many of the press reports you may have heard or read have focused on how lawmakers denied Gov. Scott $600 million of his proposed tax cuts, or focused on how lawmakers and the governor didn’t fund this or vetoed that, we’re just reminding you: The allegedly conservative Republican legislators are not skinflints. They’re good at spending. Perhaps it’s time to revisit putting a cap on the growth of state spending.

The Rubio lessons We recommended Marco Rubio last week in the Republican presidential primary — only as a foil to Trump, not because he was the best candidate. In the end, Florida’s GOP voters pegged Rubio. As the cliche goes: The emperor wore no clothes. Or, as others would say: all talk, bad actions. Among the state’s Republican Party loyalists (as well as Republicans in Washington), Rubio began his presidential quest with a long road of burned bridges — especially among former legislators. Their stories were similar: You were his friend when he needed you; but when you needed him, he didn’t return your calls. People who get burned tell their friends. Indeed, what does it say when not one prominent Florida Republican politician endorsed him? Here’s another big factor: Once you pull the curtain away from his speaking ability, his record of legislative accomplishment is thin. Lessons: 1) Take care of your friends. 2) Personal ambition is like an empty gas tank. It won’t get you there.

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An abandoned Sarasota golf course long mired in legal troubles may be soon put tough times behind it, thanks to developer Mattamy Homes. The prolific Canadian homebuilder bought the 115-acre Sunrise Golf Club for $14.3 million this month, further expanding its presence in Sarasota County. The shuttered course sits southeast of the Clark Road and I-75 interchange. The firm, which has partnered with Sarasota-based Vanguard Land Ventures to redevelop the property, aims to place a mix of single-family homes and mutifamily villas on the site. The homebuilder also spent $2.5 million on another two parcels to create an entrance on Honore Avenue to the future gated community. “It’s just a terrific location there in Sarasota,” said Ed Suchora, president of the Mattamy Homes Tampa-Sarasota division. “Anything you can find west of the Interstate — on the true Sarasota side — just seems to be more desirable than anything.” Though Suchora said it’s too early to determine the mix or number of units, a development pre-application filed with the

county in December shows space for more than 300 lots. A 150-foot buffer would separate the new neighborhood from the surrounding homes and condominiums, according to plans, and six retention ponds would mitigate stormwater issues. Mattamy is also proposing a roundabout at Honore and Bridgehampton Boulevard. County commissioners will ultimately have to approve plans to convert the current zoning, which is split into three designations, into a planned-unit development classification. Suchora doesn’t anticipate much controversy regarding the proposed project. “We don’t plan to try to do something like that previous developer,” he said. Alex Mahadevan

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In the mid-2000s, local developer Rod Connelly sought to redevelop the course into nearly 700 condominiums, but nearby residents protested the plan. They contended the previous owner of the golf course’s lease prevented new development through 2022. Connelly had purchased the site out of bankruptcy for $3 million in 2003. Courts ruled in favor of residents in 2006. “It seemed such a shame that they didn’t allow future development to come in, because it would have upgraded the property and helped instead of letting it go fallow,” said real estate agent Candy Swick, of Candy Swick & Co., who has sold properties in the

surrounding 378-home Sunrise neighborhood. That will likely change. The homeowners associations representing Sunrise Golf Club Estates and other neighborhoods signed an easement and contract with Vanguard earlier this year, allowing the partnership to redevelop the abandoned course. The covenant, which was originally drafted with Connelly’s firm, Civix, requires construction of a linear park within the buffer surrounding the property. “We’re very happy,” said Norene Wilson, president of the TRY ON A Sunrise Golf Club condominium. TRY ON “We think it will TRY ON A Adefinitely help Contact the Penny Hill Group to learn it’s morea (property values), because

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If Harvey Vengroff’s plans to build a 393-unit apartment complex at 2211 Fruitville Road are to become a reality, he’ll need the support of at least four city commissioners.

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Vengroff, who manages more than 1,500 rental units in the Sarasota-Bradenton area, owns an 8-acre site at 2211 Fruitville Road. He’s pursuing a series of changes to the city’s regulations on that land, a necessary step before his project can proceed. Right now, he’s still in the early stages of seeking that change. A requested comprehensive plan amendment would allow for a higher-density project on the land, which Vengroff says is necessary to turn a profit. Approving the amendment would lock in the maximum height and size of the project, but most specifics would

be subject to further approval. On March 10, the Planning Board endorsed the amendment in a 5-0 vote. Despite the support he’s gathered, Vengroff said the City Commission has shown no signs of interest in his proposal. “We’ve emailed each of the commissioners and asked for an appointment, and we’ve never gotten a return call,” Vengroff said. “It kind of says, ‘(Forget) you; we’re not going to pass it.’” The commission’s enthusiasm is particularly important, because a four-vote supermajority of the five-member board is needed for the amendment to pass. Officials have rated affordable housing as a major priority for the city, which

makes Vengroff even more surprised by the lack of reaction from commissioners. “If you have somebody knock on your door and say, ‘I’ve got a winning raffle ticket,’ you probably take the ticket and say thank you,” Vengroff said. “They need affordable housing — just let us do it.” City Commissioner Susan Chapman has been one of the voices calling for more affordable housing, but she’s also previously expressed skepticism about Vengroff’s plans. Still, she disputes Vengroff’s assertions officials are uninterested in his proposal. For affordable housing to be successful, she says a confluence

of factors must be prioritized. Those factors include avoiding a concentration of people of poverty, offering a variety of unit sizes and emphasizing good design. Following the Planning Board decision, she declined to comment on the specifics of the project, stating that she will take time to consider the latest version of Vengroff’s plans. “I have to see the proposal,” Chapman said. “I’ve heard there have been some changes.” The proposed apartments, which include efficiency units up to three-bedroom apartments, would range from 350 to 842 square feet. The comprehensive plan amendment includes a stipulation that building heights would not exceed six stories. The estimates for rent range between $650 and $950 per month. Although he’s agreed to ensure rents remain affordable, Vengroff has said he does not want to restrict access to the housing based on income levels. Vengroff said the process of gaining approvals in Sarasota has contrasted with other communities. In Manatee County, Commissioner Robin DiSabatino reached out to Vengroff to help accommodate the developer’s needs. Here, he’s felt constrained by regulations — regulations city officials have said are necessary to ensure a good outcome. Despite his belief he’s on shaky ground, Vengroff is pushing forward with an effort to construct the apartments. He says his proposal is the best possible use of the land he owns — but he’s not certain those in power agree. “If they don’t want me to spend $20 million to put affordable housing on it, (forget) ’em” Vengroff said. “I’ll go sailing.”

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Jan. 11: Author and inspirational speaker Liz Murray (platinum dinner speaker) Jan. 23: Vice President Dick Cheney Feb. 13: Actress Geena Davis Feb. 20: President of Jigsaw (previously Google Ideas) Jared Cohen March 6: American photographer James Balog March 22: Kofi Annan, former secretary-general of United Nations

atrick Duggan, 38, has been involved with the Ringling College Library Association since 2013, helping plan security for high-profile speakers. Duggan, the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office senior assistant general counsel, has enjoyed seeing how the series works from backstage and meeting speakers face to face. Now, he’s preparing to leave his behind-thescenes role to serve as 2017 chairman of the series. How did you get involved with the Ringling College Library Association Town Hall Lecture Series? My mother in-law, Olivia Thomas, was the chair a few years ago, and I got involved. I work at the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office as one of the lawyers, and I have handled the security behind the scenes over the years, most notably when President (George W.) Bush came. I had to coordinate with the Secret Service. That’s kind of been my role over the last few years: to make sure the events are safe, but they’re still accommodating access to people.

backstage, and it’s a different perspective from back there. You kind of see the real personality of the speakers, and I’m always struck by how genuine they are when they’re here.

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What were your interactions with President Bush like? He told me about why he can’t run anymore and his exercise routine. He actually, the next day, was having surgery in Manhattan and was flying from Sarasota. He was joking with me about why he didn’t trust the doctors in Dallas. His personality immediately jumps out at you. He’s so downto-earth and Texas through and through. I was pinching myself, saying “How did I find myself sitting here shooting the breeze with

former president of the United States?” I still kind of pinch myself about it. What requests have you handled for speakers? I had the opportunity to have dinner with Justice Antonin Scalia (in 2015), and it was an honor. It was great to meet him, and he was a super personable guy. I helped plan the security with the U.S. Marshalls, and that can be a challenge with the high season. He moved around town a fair amount — had dinner at the Field Club and went to St.

Martha’s Church for Mass. The other thing that he did was go on a fishing trip. He wanted to go fishing out on Longboat Key. That required coordinating with Manatee Sheriff’s Office, Sarasota County Sheriff and the U.S. Coast Guard. It was a lot of moving parts just so one person can go fishing. It ended up being just him and the captain with the host. He had a successful day fishing. What’s it like behind the scenes of the lectures? I’ve had a lot of interaction

Who have some of your favorite speakers been this year? All of them have been interesting. Robin Roberts the other day was perfectly engaging. She’s so humble and down-toearth. It wasn’t an act on stage. I was most excited to see David Petraeus. He’s a general, and he oversaw massive defense actions in Afghanistan. He’s worked closely with presidents, and he’ll have an interesting take on world events in 2016. What is the overall theme behind the list of speakers for 2017? Iconic leaders. Insightful comments and remarks about what’s going to be going on in the world in 2017. — AMANDA MORALES

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“Rowing shows you what you can do and takes away what you can’t do.” — Betsy Mitchell

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Sarasota resident Betsy Mitchell began rowing five years ago, at age 53.

Sarasota resident Betsy Mitchell has become one of the nation’s most gifted trunk and arms para-rowers. JEN BLANCO SPORTS EDITOR

etsy Mitchell envisioned a picturesque afternoon when she arrived at the Sarasota County Rowing Club boatyard at Blackburn Point for her first rowing lesson. Armed with her camera, cellphone and car keys, the Sarasota resident couldn’t wait to kick back and relax while enjoying the abundance of flora and fauna, particularly the birds and dolphins that call the Intracoastal Waterway home. The thought of getting a little exercise only added to the intrigue. It wasn’t until she reached the dock and met up with Sarasota Adaptive Rowing Program Director and coach Joe Dobson, who politely informed Mitchell that she might want to leave her things in her car, that Mitchell realized this was going to be anything but an average day on the water. The two climbed into an adaptive double, paddles in hand, and took off into the sparkling blue water for her first adventure into the sport. “Joyful excitement,” Dobson said of Mitchell’s initial experience with rowing. “She was hooked immediately, only she didn’t know how deeply the hook was set.” Mitchell first met Dobson, who also announces local regattas, as a volunteer. Having spent so much time around the water as a volunteer, the then 53-year-old thought she would try out rowing for herself. That was five years ago. At the time, the Sarasota Adaptive Rowing Program was just beginning to take shape. “It’s been an interesting adventure,” said Mitchell, whose knee and foot were permanently damaged in a trampoline accident when she was 17.

NATIONAL ACCOLADES n Finished first in the trunk and arms mixed double sculls at the 2015 Para Rowing and Junior World Championships Trials. n Won the trunk and arms single in the 500-meter dash at the 2014 Canadian Henley. n Won the trunk and arms mixed double sculls at the 2014 Head of the Charles Regatta. n Finished first in the trunk and arms single at the 2013 Canadian Henley. n Won the trunk and arms mixed double sculls at the 2013 Head of the Charles Regatta.

“Who would’ve thought five years later we would’ve been heading to France for Worlds?” LEARNING CURVE

Now 58, Mitchell has blossomed into one of the nation’s most gifted trunk and arms para-rowers, meaning her legs remain straight throughout the duration of the race, and her arms do all the work. A series of three framed photographs hang on the wall in Mitchell’s home with hooks below holding a trio of medals. Each photograph depicts the same curve in a river — one for each of the past three years that Mitchell and her partner, Cam Sinclair, of Canada, have won the trunk and arms mixed double sculls at the prestigious Head of the Charles Regatta in Boston. Those medals are just one manifestation of the experiences Mitchell has experienced through para-rowing. She’s traveled the world, meeting coaches and athletes, including Australian Paralympic rower Kathryn Ross, one of the top female para-rowers in the world, who was 2 when she was injured in a ride-on lawn mower. Rowing has inspired Mitchell to

push further than she thought she could. “Rowing shows you what you can do and takes away what you can’t do,” Mitchell said. It didn’t take long for Dobson to realize Mitchell’s potential. After her second practice on the water, Dobson told Mitchell she would row in the Head of the Charles Regatta. Mitchell agreed, then went home to research the race. Blessed with a rower’s body — tall with lean muscle — Mitchell put her trust in Dobson to develop her into a technically proficient and powerful rower. “I knew from the first time I met her that she had the potential to be a great rower,” Dobson said. Two months after picking up her first paddle, Mitchell entered her first major regatta: the Independence Day Regatta in Philadelphia. “I was awful,” Mitchell said. “There’s definitely a learning curve because you’re using different equipment.” “She was absolutely petrified,” Dobson said. “It was an absolute soup sandwich slipping through your fingers.” Mitchell lost the race to a Canadian boat by 30 seconds. Two years later, she beat the same boat by nearly 90 seconds. In the years since, Mitchell has learned from every race she’s entered. She’s also grown fully accustomed to adaptive boats, which are slightly wider and heavier than standard boats and have specialized seat bases and shorter oars. In addition, Dobson also created a specialized shoe for Mitchell to even out her legs. “All those physics lessons that I never paid attention to are coming back,” Mitchell said. OUTLET FOR SUCCESS

Last month, Mitchell achieved a lifetime best time of 4:16.3 for 1,000 meters to win the adaptive women trunk and arms division of the 2016 Southern Sprints Indoor Rowing Championships Feb. 13, in Melbourne. Most recently, Mitchell parSEE PAGE 21A

Sarasota Christian pitcher Cheyenne Miller tossed a complete game and also went 2-for-4 with a pair of RBI to lead the Blazers to a 7-2 victory against St. Stephen’s March 11.

Sarasota senior Adam Bradtmueller broke the two-minute mark to win the 800-meter run in 1:59.09, at the Charlotte Invitational March 11.

Reagan Griffith and Patrick Warren combined for 12 goals and nine assists to help power the Cardinal Mooney boys lacrosse team to a 23-0 victory versus Sarasota Military Academy March 8.

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t’s the time of year when spring break and trips to the beach are on everyone’s mind. The days are getting longer, and here in Sarasota, temperatures are already steadily starting to climb. For area baseball and softball teams, it’s also the time when they begin making their final push toward the postseason. And what better way to see how you stack up than playing against some of the state’s top talent? The Sarasota softball team and the Sarasota, Riverview and Cardinal Mooney baseball teams all will have the opportunity to gauge where they stand during the Sarasota High Spring Slam Tournament March 18 and March 19, and the 31st annual Sarasota Baseball Classic March 21 through March 24. Both tournaments feature 16-team fields, guaranteeing area teams four tournament games — against opponents they more than likely won’t face during the regular season. As in years past, I’ll be heading out to the various ballparks to take photos of all the action. Competition is fierce, but at the same time, both tournaments provide that laid-back feeling that’s synonymous with spring break. I mean, who wouldn’t want to spend an afternoon outside this time of year? Although if you plan on catch-

much in the short time I’ve been here.”

Sarasota Scullers rower Madison Waddle signed with Indiana University.

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Riverview boys basketball coach BJ Ivey was named the Florida Association of Basketball Coaches Class 8A Coach of the Year.

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Riverview boys basketball coach B.J. Ivey received welldeserved honors this week after being named the Florida Association of Basketball Coaches Class 8A Coach of the Year. Under Ivey’s guidance, the Rams posted a 29-3 record and reached the Final Four for the

first time since 1993, earning district and regional championships en route to the only state championship appearance in school history. Following the announcement, Rams players took to social media to express their appreciation for Ivey, who received his award during the FABC awards banquet March 12, at Villages High. “Nobody deserves this more than this man right here,” freshman guard Tyrus Jackson tweeted. “He has taught me so

A trio of Sarasota Scullers rowers are moving on to the collegiate ranks. Elizabeth Mallet (University of Central Florida), Anna Irving (University of Tennessee) and Madison Waddle (Indiana University) all signed Division I scholarships this week. Mallet, who has rowed with the Scullers for three years, earned a silver medal at the 2014 Southeast Junior Regionals. “Once I became acquainted with the coaches, I knew this is where I wanted to be,” Mallet, who plans to study physical therapy, said. “They take such a special interest in your success as a rower and just as importantly a student.” Irving, who plans to study finance, also represented the Colombian National Team in the women’s pair at the 2015 FISA Junior World Rowing Championships last summer in Rio de Janeiro. Prior to rowing, Irving competed in track and field and reached the 2012 AAU Junior Olympics in the pentathlon. “I’ve competed in a variety of sports, but I fell in love with rowing because I enjoy the technical aspect of perfecting every stroke and the challenge of constantly pushing myself physically and mentally,” she said.

Sarasota Scullers rower Elizabeth Mallet will attend UCF.

Anna Irving will continue her rowing career at the University of Tennessee.

Waddle is in her third year of rowing and plans to follow a premed track, double majoring in biological sciences and psychology with a minor in French. “The craziest, kindest, most dedicated and inspirational people that I know are rowers,” Waddle said. “I continue to row because I could never imagine my life without it.”

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The Cardinal Mooney girls and boys lacrosse teams will travel to St. Stephen’s for a district match between two of the area’s top programs. The girls will play at 5 p.m., followed by the boys at 7 p.m.

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The Sarasota softball team will welcome spring break with the annual Sarasota Spring Slam, at the Miss Sarasota Softball Complex. The Sailors will face Tampa Alonso at 3 p.m. to open the tournament, followed by Fort Myers at 5 p.m. The 16-team tournament runs through March 19.

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Forty-six of the top track teams from across the state, including Sarasota, Riverview and Booker, will hit the track for the IMG Academy Invitational. Field events and the 4x800 relay will begin at 9:30 a.m., with the remainder of the running events scheduled to begin at noon.

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The Sarasota, Riverview and Cardinal Mooney baseball teams will be part of the 16-team field during the annual Sarasota Baseball Classic, which runs through March 25. Cardinal Mooney will face Mandarin at 4:30 p.m., at the Buck O’Neil Sports Complex, at Twin Lakes Park. Sarasota will host Bartow at 7:30 p.m. at Sarasota High, while Riverview will host Canterbury School at 7:30 p.m. on its home field behind Suncoast Polytechnical High.

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Sarasota Resident Betsy Mitchell competes in both adaptive singles and doubles races.

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ticipated in the High Performance Para-Rowing Camp Feb. 29 through March 6, at Nathan Benderson Park. Mitchell qualified for the camp after winning the trunk and arms mixed double sculls at the 2015 Para Rowing and Junior World Championships Trials and finishing 10th in the same category at the 2015 World Rowing Championships last summer, in France. Mitchell was one of four finalists vying for a spot in the trunk and arms mixed U.S. Paralympic Team Trials April 6 and April 7, in West Windsor, N.J. Although she won’t be heading to New Jersey next month, Mitchell used the experience as a learning tool. Mitchell trains four to five days

a week, spending roughly two hours in the morning on the water and also weight trains at home. “I can push myself more than I thought,” Mitchell said. “I think being older, it gives you a clearer focus and appreciation for it. “I still wonder sometimes, is this all smoke and mirrors?” Mitchell said. “Am I really good enough to do this?” Over the coming months, Mitchell will redirect her training efforts to prep for an aggressive rowing campaign, which will include the Royal Canadian Henley July 31 through Aug. 7, the BAYADA Regatta Aug. 15 and the Head of the Charles Oct. 22 and Oct. 23, in addition to regional regattas with adaptive events. “I expect Betsy to continue her age-defying performance,” Dobson said. “I don’t know when Betsy’s age will slow down her rowing. Apparently she hasn’t gotten the memo on the subject.”

During her sophomore year of high school in Geneva, Switzerland, Mitchell was doing aeriels on the trampoline in gym class when she landed the wrong way, breaking both bones in her leg and blowing out her knee. Following surgery, Mitchell developed a staph infection and had to return to the U.S., where doctors fused her knee. As a result, one leg is 2.5 inches shorter than the other. “It doesn’t hurt; it just doesn’t bend,” Mitchell said. “Sports was my favorite class. My accident just shifted the parameters of what I could do.” Mitchell spent three years as a self-described ski bum using only one ski, then gravitated to the pool, where she swam laps for exercise until discovering her love for rowing. Mitchell is also a USRowing assistant referee who had gone through training to earn her certification.

Pinecraft Days Arts & Crafts Festival Thursday, March 17th; Friday, March 18th; Saturday, March 19th Festival hours: 9am-4pm

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Pirates double up Rams T he Braden River High girls softball team improved its record to 12-0 with a 10-5 victory against Riverview in non-district action March 9. Riverview’s Marina Clark had three hits, including a double, and drove in the Rams’ first two runs of the game. The Rams return to action at 7 p.m. March 17 versus Lakewood Ranch.

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3528 Casey Key Road $5,795,000 | Web ID A4148173 Joel Schemmel & Cheryl Loeffler 941.587.4894

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1231 Bayshore Drive $2,600,000 | Web ID A4127425 Erin McWhorter 941.228.1405

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St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church sees green for St. Patrick’s Day. PAGE 4B

DESSERT FIRST Photos by Amanda Morales

Say “bees:” Zoey, Christie, Mia, Kevin and Vincent Harpring dress the part for the Honey Bee Festival.

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ll things related to honey and bee conservation were on display at the March 12 Honey Bee Festival at Sweetgrass Farms. The first-time festival was hosted by Sarasota Honey Co. and the Suncoast Beekeepers Association as a fundraiser for the Florida Honey Bee Research Lab to Save the Bees. The crowd was abuzz during the event, which featured workshops with local beekeepers, vendors and informational sessions for those interested in learning about bee conservation. Visitors also enjoyed picking strawberries from Sweetgrass, dressing up as queen bees and getting an up-close look at an active beehive.

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THE EPITOME OF LUXURY & ELEGANCE! Privacy awaits you at Signora Del Mare. This impressive, custom Bay Front estate is situated on a full one acre lot with 180ft of water frontage. This one of a kind home offers stunning views of Sarasota Bay, 9,000 sf of living area and every imaginable convenience – Perfection!

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LUXURY WATERFRONT ESTATE PROPERTIES 3656 SAN REMO TERRACE OPEN HOUSE: Thursday, 3/24/16, 10am-Noon

Nestled among manicured, tropical landscaping, with more than 2,700-feet of brick pavers and boasting 164feet of water frontage, this beautifully updated home in the well-sought-after community of San Remo Estates is a private gem, ready for you to enjoy. www.3656SanRemoTerrace.com

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1245 DERBY LANE This four bedroom, direct bayfront townhome is only steps to the renowned Siesta Key beach! Savor an exclusive Gulf-to-bay lifestyle. With deeded access to the quartz-filled shores of the beach, popular Siesta Key Village is just a short bike ride away, plus a private 40-foot dock and lift, this home offers the best of both worlds. You will immediately love the far-reaching intracoastal views of Sarasota Bay that stretch out to the downtown skyline.

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5151 JUNGLE PLUM ROAD Relish serene bayfront living in this updated six bedroom estate on the tranquil waters of Sarasota Bay, situated on more than a half-acre of property. Offering a separate guest cottage, deep-water dock and lift. www.5151JunglePlumRoad.com

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lasataâ&#x20AC;?, the Place of Peace. This spectacular home was designed by architect Bob Rokop and Anne Folsom Smith Interior Design to showcase the breathtaking panoramic views of Sarasota Bay and Big Pass, the twinkling lights of the Ringling Bridge and the skyline of downtown from every room. Circular motifs incorporated into the design soften the home and add to its allure. www.1372HarborDrive.com

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1111 RITZ CARLTON DRIVE #1702

Offering almost 5,000 SF of living space with expansive outdoor entertaining space plus exceptional bay and cityscape views, this lavish penthouse at the Ritz Carlton lives like a single-family home. An opulent layout and two bayfront terraces make entertaining a breeze. Enjoy at your leisure, first-rate amenities that only the Ritz Carlton can provide. www.RitzPenthouse1702.com

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620 MANGROVE POINT ROAD The Praire-Modern design of this immaculate waterfront home includes upgrades from top to bottom, offering a four bedroom layout and over 4,000 SF of interior space. Enjoy the renowned Siesta Key beach year-round. www.620MangrovePoint.com

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5342 HIDDEN HARBOR DR, SARASOTA Secluded Jewel on Siesta Key! A tropical oasis with almost an acre of land on Roberts Bay. Large private Bayou with mangrove peninsula. Deep water basin on a protected waterway with two boat docks. If you are looking for an opportunity to build an extraordinary new residence, this amazing $3,150,000 property is probably the best kept secret in all of Sarasota!

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1430 POINT CRISP RD, SARASOTA Fantastic opportunity to own nearly 3/4 of an acre on Point Crisp! Stunning views surround this exceptional Siesta Key property with breathtaking open bay views on both the north and south ends. This property boasts nearly 371 ft of open bay frontage. This 1950’s “Old Florida” style home was once the home of author John D. $2,830,000 MacDonald. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a separate guest house with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

436 E MACEWEN DR, OSPREY Gorgeous golf course and water views from this 3 bed/3.5 bath + office

3505 WHITE LANE, SARASOTA Gorgeous Arthur Rutenberg 4 bed, 3 full/2 half bath home on the Hansen Bayou! Easy boating access to the Intracoastal. Gourmet kitchen with gas range, solid wood cabinetry, granite counter tops, custom backsplash, top of the line appliances & wine refrigeration. Outdoor living area with kitchen & fireplace, Infinity Pool with waterfall, spa, 60’ Dock w/lift (10k lb.) boat & (2) jet skis, Pella windows, Loft/Bonus Room. Furnishings & jet skis are negotiable. $2,274,900

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Sisters Nicole, Diana and Valentina Muzie stock up on sweets.

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SOUTHEASTERN GUIDE DOGS WALKATHON Starts at 8:30 a.m. at Payne Park, 2050 Adams Lane. The event includes a 3K walk, music, local vendors, the Southeastern Guide Dogs Gift Shop and familyfriendly activities. Funds will benefit program graduates. Visit guidedogswalkathon. org.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 17 APRIL 7TH

APRIL 14TH

MARCH 23rd

‘CHALLENGES TO U.S. LEADERSHIP IN ASIA’ LECTURE Runs from 2 to 4 p.m. at The First Church, 104 S. Pineapple Ave. Ambassador Christopher Hill will present this seminar on behalf of the Sarasota Institute of Lifetime Learning. Tickets are $35. Visit sillsarasota.org.

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PARTY ON THE PASS Takes place from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at Mote Marine Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway. Support Mote’s hospitals for dolphins, whales and sea turtles with an evening of food and fun. Cost is $100. Call 388-4441, Ext. 394.

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SARASOTA COUNTY FAIR Times vary by day at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd. The 80th annual Sarasota County Fair will showcase exhibits, Midway rides and local vendors. Parking is free. Admission is $8 for adults; $4 for senior citizens, active military and children ages 6 to 17; free for children under 5. Visit sarasotafair.com.

Saturday, April 2 Ranch Town Hall

8175 Lakewood Ranch Blvd. Lakewood Ranch, FL 6:30 p.m. Event is free and open to the public. To reserve a seat or for more information, please call (941) 893-5775.

SATURDAY, MARCH 19

GARDENS IN PARADISE TOUR OF GARDENS Runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting at the Sarasota Garden Club, 1131 Blvd. of the Arts. Visit private coastal gardens that showcase Florida-friendly gardening, and learn how to cultivate your own personal paradise. Tickets are $30 in advance; $35 the day of the tour. Email GIP@SarasotaGardenClub.org.

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ARLINGTON PARK SPRING SPLASH Starts at 10 a.m. at Arlington Park Pool, 2650 Waldemere St. Eggs hunts will be held in the pool. Other activities include an egg toss, sack races, egg relay races and more. The Easter Bunny will make an appearance. Registration ends March 18. Admission is free for children ages 5 to 16. Call 316-1346

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ADULT EASTER EGG HUNT Starts at 5 p.m. at the Sarasota Children’s Garden, 1670 10th Way. The Easter egg hunt starts with drinks and appetizers before attendees search for eggs with prizes that include trips and sculptures. Tickets are $45 for members; $50 for nonmembers. Visit sarasotachildrensgarden. com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 20

GREAT AMERICAN CLEANUP Runs from 8 a.m. to noon at sites throughout Sarasota County. Participation is free. Call 861-5000.

FRIDAY, MARCH 25

TRAILS & BUNNY TAILS Runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sarasota Jungle Gardens, 3701 Bay Shore Road. Bring your basket for an Easter egg hunt and photo-ops with the Easter Bunny. Other activities will include face painting, a petting zoo with bunnies and other animals, pony rides and a food tent. Guests who bring two cans of nonperishable food to donate to the Animal Hurricane Relief Fund will receive half off children’s admission. Admission is free for children 3 and under; $10.99 for children 4 to 16, $15.99 for adults; and $14.99 for seniors. Visit sarasotajunglegardens.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 26

BIG TRUCK DAY AND EGG HUNT Runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Twin Lakes Park, 6700 Clark Road. Trucks, firetrucks, dump trucks and other vehicles will be

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EASTER EGG HUNT & GAMES ON SIESTA KEY Runs from 9 a.m. to noon at Beach Access No. 5 at Beach Road and Ocean Boulevard. Bring your Easter basket to hunt for eggs in the sand. Each child receives an Easter Bunny or stuffed toy, goody bag and Easter egg stuffed with prizes. This event is for children ages 1 to 6. Registration is $10 per child and limited to the first 125 paid children for the egg hunt. Call 349-2270, Ext 227. on display for children to climb explore. There will be two Easter egg hunts at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., so bring a basket. Admission is free. Call 861-5000.

ENTERTAINMENT THURSDAY, MARCH 17

ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION Starts at 11 a.m. at Lynches Pub & Grub, 19B Blvd. of the Presidents, St. Armands Circle. The St. Patrick’s Day celebration will feature Irish stepdancers, bagpipers and music by the Jacobites. There will be food, green beer, hats and free beads. Call 388-5550.

THURSDAY, MARCH 17 THROUGH SATURDAY, MARCH 20

FLORIDA WINE FEST & AUCTION Times and locations vary by event. The four-day festival includes events featuring wine, food, live music, dinners, tastings, brunch and auction. Tickets start at $25. Visit floridawinefest.com.

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The Andrew Monroe Memorial Scholarship 5K awarded a total of $3,500 in scholarships to eight recipients during the Riverview High School Soccer Awards ceremony Feb. 29, at the Riverview High School Performing Arts Auditorium. Following his death in a 2011 car crash, Monroe’s family set up a scholarship fund in his name to help future RHS soccer athletes attend and complete college. To qualify, each applicant must submit an essay explaining how they display the traits that defined Monroe.

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Pine View Band Boosters honor McAninchs Supporters of the Pine View School band attended the ENCORE Dinner March 4, at Heritage Oaks Country Club. This year’s dinner honored Dr. Si and Shannon McAninch. The event celebrated band students’ accomplishments: This year, four students — Michael Gutierrez, Daniel Solowey, Jackson Temple and Jeffrey Thompson — were named to Florida All State Bands, the highest number for any school in Manatee, Sarasota and Charlotte counties. The school’s jazz band also received a superior rating for the seventh year in a row.

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Casey Key home sells for $4,026,800

RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

FEB. 29 - MARCH 4

Other top sales by area SARASOTA

$2,575,000 Harbor Acres John Crichton Jr. and Chantale Langlois, of Sarasota, sold their home at 1800 Flower Drive to Kelly Romano, of Sarasota, for $2,575,000. Built in 1965, it has five bedrooms, six-and-a-half baths, a pool and 6,012 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $1,575,000 in 2000.

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home on Casey Key tops all transactions in this week’s real estate. William and Elaine Crouse, of Sarasota, sold their home at 2315 Casey Key Road to Stephen and Patricia Risse, of Flemington, N.J., for $4,026,800. Built in 1976, it has three bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, a pool and 2,867 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $4 million in 2004.

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Craig and Kimberlie Hickerson, of Sarasota, sold their home at 1723 South Drive to 1723 South Dr LLC for $1.02 million. Built in 1949, it has three bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 3,224 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $845,000 in 2003. ONE HUNDRED CENTRAL

Susan Morse, trustee, sold the Unit G-613 condominium at 100 Central Ave. to Marjorie Lieberman, trustee, of Sarasota, for $800,000. Built in 2005, it has two bedrooms, two-anda-half baths and 1,691 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $530,000 in 2005.

Alejandro Manzano sold the home at 1683 Hawthorne St. to Fred and Allison Cochran, of Sarasota, for $755,000. Built in 1953, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,848 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $525,000 in 2015. ESSEX HOUSE

Grace Rowland, trustee, sold the Unit 608 condominium at 707 S. Gulfstream Ave. to Margaret Renner, trustee, of Mount Vernon, Ohio, for $712,500. Built in 1974, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 1,591 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $558,400 in 2008.

Gregory Dubois-Felsmann, of Pasadena, Calif., sold the Unit 4-C condominium at 1111 N. Gulfstream Ave. to James Ferry and Pamela Estes, of Sarasota, for $612,000. Built in 1974, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 1,736 square feet of living area. SAPPHIRE SHORES

Elizabeth Dilts and Andrew Deme, trustees, of Fort Lauderdale, and Robert Deme sold the home at 426 N. Shore Drive to Edward Weber and Mary Mangus, of Sarasota, for $525,000. Built in 1969, it has five bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 2,304 square feet of living area. Allison and James Lerario, of Sarasota, sold their home at 418 Sapphire Drive to Dorothy and Allison Hively, of Sarasota, for $480,000. Built in 1955, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 1,604 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $425,000 in 2005. FOREST LAKES COUNTY CLUB ESTATES

Ronald and Jean Schwied, of Sarasota, sold their home at 3203 Espanola Drive to Daniel and M. Joanne Walker, of Sarasota, for $421,000. Built

SIESTA KEY $740,000 Turtle Bay

Helen Carmien sold the Unit 507-A condominium at 8701 Midnight Pass Road to Douglas Smith, of Beverly Hills, Mich., for $740,000. Built in 1980, it has three bedrooms, three baths and 1,922 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $656,500 in 2007.

in 1971, it has three bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 1,887 square feet of living area. It last sold for $200,000 in 2000. GULF GATE EAST

Susan and William Meyer, of Sarasota, sold their home at

3912 Hamilton Club Circle 4 A4148276 $999,000 Bruce Farlow

Siesta Key 941-966-8000 941-650-4469

3243 Dick Wilson Drive A4147733 $880,000 Veronika Bajtala

Sarasota 941-349-3444 941-504-0307

377 Sugar Mill Drive A4141948 $859,000 Nicole Dovgopolyi

Osprey 941-966-8000 941-356-5849

1308 Old Stickney Point Road W24 A4147177 $850,000 Lenore Treiman

Siesta Key 941-966-8000 941-356-9642

7462 Cove Terrace A4135637 $3,980,000 Kelly Quigley & Sara Ferguson

6234 Midnight Pass Road 205 A4147115 $745,000 Tara Lamb & Judy Greene

Siesta Key 941-349-3444 941-266-4873

9000 Midnight Pass Road 3 A4136109 $699,850 Robert Dardas

Siesta Key 941-383-7591 941-376-7591

8776 Midnight Pass Rd 404C A4147970 $675,000 Marlene & George Marshall

Siesta Key 941-349-3444 941-539-8850

321 Bayshore Drive A4140981 $549,900 Erika Bowen

Osprey 941-907-9595 941-773-2925

3448 Longmeadow A4148299 $517,500 Christine Del Monte

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$1,035,000 Silver Oak Erik and Krista Herman, of Sarasota, sold their home at 5208 Sand Lake Court to Alex and Christina Dell, of Niskayuna, N.Y., for $1,035,000. Built in 2004, it has three bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, a pool and 4,050 square feet of living area.

OSPREY $850,000 Oaks II

Julie and Carl Smith, of Osprey, sold their home at 847 Mac Ewen Drive to Hiren and Dipal Patel, of Port Charlotte, for $850,000. Built in 2000, it has four bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 4,620 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $900,000 in 2002.

4220 Kingston Court to Richard and Patricia Beckwith, of Norwalk, Conn., for $391,000. Built in 1984, it has four bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 1,998 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $360,000 in 2013.

Sarasota 941-966-8000 941-356-9954

Sarasota 941-349-3444 941-266-6733

4424 Friar Tuck Lane A4143974 $429,000 Judy Nimz

Sarasota 941-951-6660 941-374-0196

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LOCAL LEGACY. GLOBAL VISION. 4493 Legacy Court A4143888 $400,000 Anja Deichmann

67 Avenida Messina B A4141221 $3,800,000 Mary Jo Violett

Sarasota 941-951-6660 941-284-7987

4812 Waterbridge Down A4147541 $365,000 Maureen Doherty

Sarasota 941-951-6660 941-993-3159

Siesta Key 941-349-3444 941-928-8474

3036 Montgomery Drive D5909990 $359,900 Marcia Cullinan

Port Charlotte 941-473-7750 941-662-5878

8750 Midnight Pass Rd #405 A4138633 $350,000 Marlene & George Marshall

Siesta Key 941-349-3444 941-539-8850

1535 Belfry Drive A4147895 $324,800 Crystal Cosby

Venice 941-966-8000 571-230-5013

313 Lansbrook Drive N5907429 $315,000 Susan Brooker

Venice 941-493-2500 941-223-6055

17 Jamestown Avenue N5907105 $285,000 Ron Paul

Englewood 941-473-7750 941-483-0866

3877 Wilshire Circle W 121 A4136278 $279,000 Drew Russell

Sarasota 941-951-6660 941-993-3739

2716 Sunnyside Street A4145348 $272,900 Kristina Talkie & Judy Arreola

Sarasota 941-349-3444 941-266-8658

4310 Edenrose Way 83 A4144674 $272,000 Ann Debellevue

Sarasota 941-951-6660 941-720-7614

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TOP BUILDING PERMITS These are the largest city of Sarasota and Sarasota County building permits issued for the week of Feb. 29 to March 4, in order of dollar amounts.

C I T Y O F SA RAS O TA ADDRESS

PERMIT

APPLICANT

AMOUNT

1500 North Drive

Alterations

Michele McNeill, trustee $82,636

422 Burns Court

Renovations

Gerogia Kopolousas

$58,500

2728 Martin St.

Renovations

La Verne Gucker

$50,000

3515 La Paloma Ave.

Addition

Alan Frost

$50,000

1909 Hibiscus St.

Pool/spa

Frederick Cook

$42,600

350 S. Shore Drive

Dock/boat lift

Michael Trahan

$38,500

3464 Hamilton Ave.

Re-roof

Joseph Greco Jr.,

$13,900

trustee 1740 Prospect St.

Pool cage

Jeffrey Talbot

$11,800

1904 S. Shade Ave.

Re-roof

Lamont Johnson

$10,200

2214 Grove St.

Re-roof

Laurene Hounigringer

$7,640

SA R A S O TA CO U N T Y

265 Cedar Park Circle A4145254 $4,995,000 Kelly Quigley & Linda Dickinson

ADDRESS

PERMIT

APPLICANT AMOUNT

5511 Calle Del Verano

Addition

Tasoula Truskowski

915 Mac Ewen Drive

Re-roof

Lon Deckard

7832 Estrella Court

Re-roof

Lester Wolff

$52,950

1619 Baywinds Lane

Storm repairs

Jean Pellet

$50,000

903 Mac Ewen Drive

Re-roof

Julianne Vardan

$31,000

1713 Field Road

Alterations

Carolyn Donnelly

$30,000

1245 Hanoverian Circle

Re-roof

Alan Maio

$29,000

4520 Longspur Lane

Re-roof

Terry Armentrout

$29,000

8033 Via Fiore

Re-roof

Mary Baxter

$28,351

3342 Pine Valley Drive

Re-roof

Gary Hurst

$26,775

Siesta Key 941-966-8000 941-356-9954

$102,750 $61,950

211 Tremont Lane A4128008 $2,575,000 The Collier Group

Sarasota 941-951-6660 941-313-1212

1060 Seagrove Lane CH3 A4109519 $2,499,000 Nicole Dovgopolyi

Siesta Key 941-966-8000 941-356-5849

424 Bowdoin Circle A4145190 $2,499,000 Michael Prisco

Sarasota 941-388-4447 941-812-1291

704 S Casey Key Road A4128041 $2,195,000 Terri Healey

Casey Key 941-966-8000 941-320-0389

217 Casey Key Road A4121001 $1,995,000 Kaitlin Kuhn

Casey Key 941-349-3444 941-400-7861

1639 S Orange Avenue A4147941 $1,995,000 Judy Nimz

Sarasota 941-951-6660 941-374-0196

6901 S Gator Creek Boulevard A4147870 $1,750,000 Robert Moffatt & Peggy Wellman

Sarasota 941-966-8000 941-374-0811

212 Bird Key Drive A4133139 $1,695,000 Brian Loebker & Jonathan Abrams

385 N Point Road 1002 A4132454 $1,675,000 Rosalie Phillips

Osprey 941-966-8000 941-544-4430

1655 North Drive A4147880 $1,299,900 Rudy Dudon

Sarasota 941-349-3444 941-234-3991

1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive 305 A4148105 $1,200,000 Michael Moulton

Sarasota 941-383-7591 941-928-3559

3591 Founders Club Drive A4136121 $1,125,000 Ryndie Brusco

Sarasota 941-951-6660 941-809-6913

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8082 Moonstone Drive 17-101 A4133163 $189,900 Gregory Hamon

5450 Bentgrass Drive 5-105 A4146415 $162,000 Kandy Donnelly

7712 Sanderling Road A4141997 $18,000,000 Kim & Michael Ogilvie

Sarasota 941-966-8000 201-926-7272

Sarasota 941-966-8000 941-780-9339

Sarasota 941-951-6660 941-961-3500

5460 Chanteclaire 66 A4147820 $249,900 Marci Mcfarland

3622 Amesbury Lane 1534 A4148543 $174,900 Michael Bruno

2242 Doud Street A4146085 $159,900 Kristina Rain

Sarasota 941-966-8000 941-961-3390

Sarasota 941-966-8000 941-320-3229

Sarasota 941-349-3444 941-320-2639

1109 Triano Circle 1109 N5907592 $213,000 Michelle Hupp

100 Avenue Des Parques S B N5907180 $162,000 Tammy Kitt

8420 Gardens Circle 101 A4147446 $110,000 Mary Jo Violett

Venice 941-485-5421 941-773-5464

Venice 941-485-5421 941-284-7274

Sarasota 941-349-3444 941-928-8474

Sarasota 941-349-3444 941-735-4393 & 941-232-2868

Siesta Key 941-951-6660 941-376-1717

Mid Longboat 383.5502 • South Longboat 383.7591 • St. Armands 388.4447 • Main Street 951.6660 Palmer Ranch 966.8000 • Siesta Key 349.3444 • Venice 485.5421 • Englewood 473.7750

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9570 High Gate Drive 1722 A4147642 $252,000 Marilyn Vespoli

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Tour de Plants The annual Gardens in Paradise tour features six stops this Saturday. AMANDA MORALES STAFF WRITER

Sarasota is home to a variety of eclectic estates and houses. Neighborhoods serve as architectural quilts of sorts with patches of midcentury modern structures, such as the iconic Lido Shores Umbrella House designed by Paul Rudolph and Sarasota’s jewel of the bay, Ca’d’Zan, which was John Ringling’s winter home. Although these are among the most famous homes in Sarasota, the community is home to many lesser-known stylish homes that are framed by lush, manicured gardens. The Sarasota Garden Club has put together a lineup of homes in various neighborhoods featuring unique homes with complementary landscapes for the third annual Gardens in Paradise tour. This year’s tour includes stops at five homes plus the Sarasota Garden Club. This Saturday, the public is invited to take a peek behind the

gates and trimmed pathways of these homes to see how their owners have created paradise in their own backyards. Here’s a glimpse of what awaits tour participants:

6607 PEACOCK ROAD

While many gardens focus on the ground, the home at 6607 Peacock Road takes its garden to another level by emphasizing the plants above and trees. Palms on this property sport “beards” or “petticoats,” which consist of palm fronds that have died and still cling to the tree, creating a coat around the trunk. Beards on trees also help support wildlife in the area. There is plenty of space worked into the design of the garden that gives plants room to grow. On the other side of the property, large trees frame the view of the bay. This property has also worked a vegetable and herb garden into the scenery.

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that extends the living area of the home into the outdoors. At the end of the path, you will be greeted by a lagoon surrounded by laurel oaks, leatherneck ferns and bromeliads. Other notable trees include cinnamon camphor trees, sweet gum, American elms and winged elms. A small lake on the property has been dubbed “Peter’s Pond” to honor the Mallard duck, nicknamed Peter, who inhabited the lake when the owners first arrived.

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The iron gate that guards this home holds personal history for the homeowner. It hails from the Pittsburgh residence of the homeowner’s great-grandfather. Once inside the gate, you can follow a path through flowering LENSES bushes and plants upMAY to aLOSE dock LENSES MAY LOSE

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FREELING 3 733 DRIVE Prepare to be immersed in a tropical oasis with this property’s landscape. Palm trees structure the landscape that surrounds this modern Siesta Key home. As you drive up the path, an incline with gardens along the border surrounds a circular garden. This landscape incorporates large rocks for added contrast with the softer plants. At the home’s entrance stands a modern sculpture to greet guests. Before you enter, turn around and glance down the driveway for an overall view of the landscape.

Orchids cling to the trunk of a tree on the property at 6607 Peacock Road. The home is the first stop on the Gardens in Paradise tour.

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1919 GROVE ST.

This charming home has a historic designation from the city. An iron gate opens to a path with bordering gardens and a fragrant jasmine vine wrapped around the chimney. Bougainvillea vines drape over two metal window canopies and add color to the home. Orchid fans will be impressed by the plants affixed to tree trunks, as well as the homeowner’s orchid house. This property also includes arches formed with eugenia plants on either ends of the pool.

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Fans of Mediterranean-inspired homes will delight in this property. Four Canary Island palms stand symmetrically at the gate of this house on Harbor Drive. Behind an iron gate is an Italian marble fountain in the center of a courtyard. The bright gardens

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complement the warm tones and stone work on the home’s exterior. Follow a blue and white sidewalk down the side of the house to access more greenery, and discover an Italian mosaic infinity pool surrounded by flowers in planters. Rose bushes cascade and accent bronze fish statues around the pool.

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What would the Gardens in Paradise Tour be without the Sarasota Garden Club? The organization’s clubhouse was built in 1959 in the Sarasota School of Architecture style and is surrounded by gardens maintained by members. Explore the falling waters garden, the quiet garden, the butterfly garden and more at this bayfront location.

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The owner will consider any reasonable offer. Present your offer to Klaus Lang, or through your real estate agent. A deposit is required. Seller will respond within 24 hours. Closing after 30 days.

1726 Questar Lane This exquisite gated estate, positioned on Sarasota Bay and close to the area’s most beautiful beach at Siesta Key, offers all the glorious amenities for a resort lifestyle.

For more information on this exclusive property, or to arrange your private tour, please contact Klaus Lang.

For a limited time, this extraordinary Bayfront residence is available for immediate sale.

There are places money can’t buy, for all others contact Klaus Lang.

The property will be available for preview on:

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Why will you love this house more that all of the other golf community choices?

The owner will consider any reasonable offer.

1726 Questar Lane This exquisite gated estate, positioned on Sarasota Bay and close to the area’s most beautiful beach at Siesta Key, offers all the glorious amenities for a resort lifestyle.

Present your offer to Klaus Lang, or through your real estate agent. A deposit is required. Seller will respond within 24 hours. Closing after 30 days. For more information on this exclusive property, or to arrange your private tour, please contact Klaus Lang.

For a limited time, this extraordinary Bayfront residence is available for immediate sale.

KlausLang@michaelsaunders.com www.klauslang.com

There are places money can’t buy, for all others contact Klaus Lang.

The property will be available for preview on:

It is located in The Founders Club, with its prime Sarasota location near to I-75, downtown and all points north and south. There is the manicured Robert Trent Jones, Jr. signature golf course, the privacy of 700 acres with only 265 home sites with this home sitting on one of Lang, CIPS theKlaus finest! You’ll love the lakefront butterfly garden, with a sitting area and fire pit, many flowering plants and trees as you watch eagles and 941.320.1223 osprey soar and fish in the deep spring fed lake. All of the main rooms in the home have this view from the massive pocketing sliders and from the extended lanai. The floor plan flows from the minute you enter the tall iron and glass front door into the foyer and sitting area with floor to ceiling coral stone fireplace. Then you move through the wine bistro into the chef’s kitchen and family room, all rooms having that fantastic view! Details include many tray ceilings, cove moldings, carefree tile floors and faux finishes. The master suite has its own wing of the house and includes luxurious details, walk-in closets and a meditation space. The other wing houses the guest suite, 2 additional bedrooms and a well outfitted tech center. There is a huge laundry room with cabinets galore! All of these features combine to create a comfortable, beautiful place to call home. Professional storage cabinets and floor in the 3-car garage will make the family hobbyists happy!

440 Gulf of Mexico Dr. | Longboat Key, FL 34228 | 941.383.7591 michaelsaunders.com

Saturday, January 31 and February 7, 2015, 1pm-4pm Sunday, February 1 and February 8, 2015, 1pm-4 pm The owner will consider any reasonable offer.

Present your BEST OFFER Offered at $1,175,000 Call Susan Keal at 941.320.1689 or Lee Byron at 941.350.5542 KLAUS LANG, CIPS There are1726 Questar Lane places money can’t buy, One of the top teams in the Siesta Key Office. Present your offer to Klaus Lang, or through your real estate agent. A deposit is required. Seller will respond within 24 hours. Closing after 30 days.

This exquisite gated estate, positioned on Sarasota Bay and Klaus close to the area’s Lang, CIPS most beautiful beach on Siesta Key, offers all the glorious amenities for a resort lifestyle. MLSA4110045 NOW $5,500,000 For more information on this exclusive property, or to arrange your private tour, please contact Klaus Lang.

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Mortgage Amortization Table 440 Gulf of Mexico Dr. | Longboat Key, FL 34228 | 941.383.7591 michaelsaunders.com

a resort lifestyle.

For a limited time, this extraordinary Bayfront residence is available for immediate sale.

Monthly Payments per $1,000.

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The property will be available for preview on:

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Present your offer to Klaus Lang, or through your real estate agent.6.06 10.12 7.40 A deposit is required. Seller will respond within 24 hours. 10.36 Closing after 30 7.65 6.33 days.

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Easter Celebration

First Congregational United Church of Christ Palm Sunday, 9 & 11 a.m., Maundy Thursday, 7pm, Holy Communion Good Friday, 12p.m. Easter Sunday, 9 & 11a.m. Adult choirs, brass quintet, timpani 199240

1031 S. Euclid Ave. (Offﬀ Bahia Vista) (941)953-7044

BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH 7461 Prospect Road - Sarasota, FL 34243 EASTER FESTIVAL WORSHIP

Sunday, March 27 @ 7:00am, 8:00am & 10:30am

We Grow In Faith As Family Through Outreach, Worship & Service

EASTER CONTEMPORARY SERVICE

Saturday, March 26 @ 5:30pm & Sunday, March 27@ 10:30am Maunday Thursday – March 24 @ 4:30pm & 6:30pm

GOOD FRIDAY – MARCH 25 Service @ 12:00pm & Cantata (Harvest of Sorrows) @ 4:30pm

Easter Egg Hunt – Saturday, March 26 @ 10:00am beautifulsavioricms.com

941-355-2798

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Visit these churches and houses of worship Community Easter Sunrise Service 6:30 a.m. on March 27th Siesta Key Public Beach near pavilion – Bring a Beach Chair or Blanket – Holy Week Communion and Reflection

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March 21st-25th 8:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 6:15 p.m. in the Sanctuary

Maundy Thursday Service

HOLY WEEK SERVICES AND TIMES

March 24th at 7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary

9:45 a.m. in the Sanctuary with Full Choir & Brass

Palm Sunday - 9:15 am Maundy Thursday - 7:00 pm Good Friday - 7:00 pm Holy Saturday - 7:00 pm Easter Sonrise - 7:15 am Easter - 9:15 am

Informal Worship Gathering

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church & School

Easter Egg Hunt

10:00 a.m. Community Center Free and open to the public

Traditional Easter Worship Nursery Provided • Hearing Loop System Available

10:00 a.m. in Community Center

941-921-3673 www.goodshepherdsarasota.com

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Pine Shores Presbyterian Church 6116 Crestwood Avenue www.pineshorespres.org • (941) 922-1597

(The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod)

5659 Honore Ave., Sarasota, FL 34233

198593

The ChurCh of The redeemer HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE 198859

PALM SUNDAY - March 20 Masses at 7, 8:45* and 11AM*, 1 PM* mass in Spanish

12705 FL 64 E. • LAKEWOOD R ANCH • 941.753.7778 • peacepcusa.org

MAUNDY THURSDAY - March First24Church

St. Boniface Episcopal Church

Masses at 10 AM, 6 PM*

(Washing of the Feet and Stripping of the Altar)

Palm Sunday services

GOOD FRIDAY - March 25

Good Friday services

7:45, 9:00 & 11:15 a.m.

Stations of the Cross on Main Street 7:30 AM Mass of the Pre-Sanctified with Homily 10 AM Good Friday Liturgy, 12 Noon-3 PM

7:00 & 10:00 a.m.

Easter Sunday services

7:45 a.m. Eucharist with hymns 9:00 & 11:15 a.m. Festival Eucharists to include Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus” with Choir, Strings, Trumpet & Organ

EASTER VIGIL - March 26 Mass at 6 PM*

EASTER DAY - March 27

Masses at 7, 9*, and 11 AM*, 1 PM in Spanish

www.redeemersarasota.org

Childcare provided in our nurseries

a traditional Episcopal parish located in downtown Sarasota 941.955.4263 RedeemerSarasota Complimentary valet parking on Palm Avenue

5615 Midnight Pass Road, Siesta Key

(941) 349-5616 | www.bonifacechurch.org

198856

222 South Palm Avenue

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11107 Palmbrush Trail Lakewood Ranch FL 34202

6908 Beneva Road, Sarasota 34238| 941.922.7595 www.uccstandrew.org

Holy Week Services

Children ages 4 to 11 and toddlers with parent are welcome. Snacks and drinks provided.

Sanctuary open for prayer from 12 Noon until 3 PM Samuel Barber’s Adagio for Strings will be played during these hours

Recognizing the Lord’s Last Supper

Good Friday, March 25 at 7 pm Easter Celebration, Sunday, March 27 at 8, 9:15 & 11 am

March 27 at 10:30 AM

Pastor Jeff Gross

753-9365

(Music, Choir & Communion)

Palm Sunday Worship Service Sunday, March 20th - Worship Center at 10:15am

Good Friday Communion Service

EASTER SERVICES

Friday, March 25th - Worship Center at 7pm

CELEBRATIONS AT 9AM and 11AM

Easter Sunrise Worship Service

The Rev. Dr. Christopher Carlson, Pastor

Faith Lutheran Church EASTER SUNDAY SERVICES

Sunday, March 27th - Sarasota’s Bayfront Island Park at 6:30am

Easter Worship Service

Northminster Presbyterian Church 3131 61st Street Sarasota, FL 34243 941-355-4729

The Living Jesus Serves All in Worship!

EGGstravaganza!

PALM SUNDAY

FREE Family Event Saturday March 26 11:00a - 1:00p

5:30p.m.: Saturday Chapel worship 9a.m.: Contemporary worship with praise band 10a.m.: Christian education for all ages 10:45a.m.: Traditional worship with hymns, organ

Egg Hunt • Easter Bunny Bounce Houses • Games

MAUNDY THURSDAY

7p.m.: Lord’s Supper communion service

GOOD FRIDAY

GOOD FRIDAY COMMUNION - MARCH 25 6:30 PM AT CROSSPOINTE

Noon and 7 p.m.: “7 words from the cross” worship

HOLY SATURDAY

5:30 p.m.: Chapel communion service

EASTER SUNDAY

6:30 a.m.: SonRise worship with communion

197600

(along School Avenue, north of Sarasota High School) ConcordiaSarasota.org

Sunrise Service

EASTER CELEBRATION SERVICE - MARCH 27 11 AM AT CROSSPOINTE

199745

2185 Wood Street

8500 Fruitville Rd Sarasota, Fl 34240

SHININGLIGHT.ORG :: 941.366.9903

EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE - MARCH 27 6:30 AM AT NATHAN BENDERSON PARK

9 a.m.: Celebration communion with praise band 10 a.m.: “Break the fast” breakfast, kid’s egg hunt 10:45 a.m.: Festival communion, trumpet, organ

Concordia Lutheran Church

Sunday, March 27 @ 7:15a at Ken Thompson Park

3530 WHITFIELD AVENUE SARASOTA FL 34243 WWW.CROSSPOINTE.LIFE

(just east of Mote Marine) 1700 Ken Thompson Pkwy Sarasota FL 34236

JOIN US FOR HOLY WEEK

Televised Easter Sunday Mass

Easter

at Cornerstone

TABLE FOR TWELVE

PALM SUNDAY COMMUNION, MARCH 24 CANTATA 7-8:30 PM MARCH 20 8:45 AM & 11 AM GOOD FRIDAY, MARCH 25

F R I D AY, M A RC H 2 5 6:00PM

7750 Beneva Rd. • Sarasota, FL 34238 www.faithsarasota.com

941-924-4664

Good Friday Service

Taizé Service • Noon

7:00AM

Easter Sunrise

9:00AM 10:45AM

Easter Celebration

EASTER SUNDAY, MARCH 27

nursery provided

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Rev. Dr. Kathleen Wiggins 8:45 AM & 11 AM

The Mass can be viewed in Sarasota and Manatee Counties on CW44 at 9:30 a.m. For a complete list of Easter Sunday Mass times at local parishes, please visit dioceseofvenice.org

14306 Covenant Way Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202

Egg Hunt for kids after service

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941.349.1166 www.siestakeychapel.org

4615 GLEASON AVE | 1 MILE NORTH OF SIESTA KEY VILLAGE OFF OCEAN BLVD

197763

First Church

Trinity United Methodist Church 4150 S. Shade Ave., Sarasota www.iTrinity.org 941.924.7756

We Invite You To Join Us For Holy Week And Easter

Services at 4pm and 7pm Interactive service including communion

Palm Sunday – 8:00am no music 10:15am music and choir Maundy Thursday – 7:00pm Good Friday – noon & 7:00pm Saturday, Easter Vigil – 5:00pm

mauNdy ThurSday March 24 ~ 7 p.m. EaSTEr SuNday March 27 ~ 8:30 and 11 a.m. Traditional Worship ~ Brass, Organ, Percussion and First Church Choir 9:30 a.m. - Celebration Modern Worship

Saturday, March 26th 9 to 11am - Family Easter Egg Extravaganza free with registration

Easter Services

8:00am – Eucharist with music 10:15am – Eucharist with music & Choir

Easter Sunday, March 27th

Special Guests - Philomusica String Quartet

Nursery for infants and toddlers available for all three services.

CHURCH OF THE NATIVITY 5900 N Lockwood Ridge Rd., Sarasota, Fl

FirST uNiTEd mEThodiST ChurCh

941-355-3262 • www.churchofthenativity.com An Episcopal Church serving Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.

199299

Just 2 blocks south of University

199477

104 S. Pineapple ave. ● Sarasota, Fl (941) 955-0935 ● www.firstsrq.com

Holy Thursday, March 24th

Holy Week

Palm SuNday March 20 ~ 8:30 and 11 a.m. Traditional Worship 9:30 a.m. - Celebration Modern Worship

7am Sunrise Service 9am Contemporary Service 10:30am Service Easter Brunch served 8am - Noon

197788

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The Tabernacle Church 4141 DeSoto Road • Sarasota, FL 34235 www.thetabsarasota.org • 941.355.8858 The Church is located 2 miles west of I-75 off University Parkway

199480

Sunday, March 27th - Worship Center at 11am

7:00 a.m. - Sunrise Butterfly Service in the garden (bring a folding chair) 7:30 a.m. - Early Worship 9:00 a.m. - Traditional Worship 11:11 a.m. - Casual Family Worship

198576

March 25

Maundy Thursday, March 24 at 7 pm

Easter Sunday Celebration of the Resurrection 198857

Good Friday

Palm Crosses to be received

Youth will serve pancake breakfast after 8 and 9:15 Service

199846

Maundy Service Communion

Palm Sunday, March 20, 8, 9:15, 11 am

Saturday, March 26 at 10 AM

197787

Easter Egg Hunt

197480

Palm Sunday Worship Service March 24 at 7 PM

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Living Lord Lutheran Church

ST. ANDREW UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

March 20 at 10:30 AM

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Items Under $200 For Sale 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 BICYCLE: WOMAN’S, pink, with basket and bell, great condition, $110. 941-346-1303. KITCHEN CART: solid woon, on casters, 26”wx18”dx34”h, w/drawer and 2/cabinet doors, $50. Bob, 941-346-8370.

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KING'S GATE CLUB FAIR Nokomis, Saturday, March 19, 9am-2pm. Huge Flea Market. Hot Food, Craft Vendors, Bake Sale, Raffles, Music. E. Laurel Rd. to Kings Way. www.kgc.cc 941-484-6119. Service dogs only.

THE MEADOWS: 2BR/2BA, garage, 2 lanais, golf course view. Washer, dryer, cable and internet ready. Unfurnished. Near downtown and UTC Mall. Annual lease, $1425/mo. +utilities. Available June 2016. Would consider 6/mo. lease for appropriate monthly rent. Non-smoking. 516-448-6190.

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UNIVERSITY PLACE: 12th Annual Community Sale, Saturday, 3/19, 8a.m.-12p.m. University N, to Honore, right on Cooper Creek (gates on both Honore and Cooper Creek are open). Quality Home furnishings, clothing and much more!!!

Merchandise Wanted

PENN FATHOM Master 600 (manual downrigger) plus lead. never used. $99. 941-349-7565.

Musical Instruments

SOFA BED, green, mint condition, $125.00. Atrium, metal, decorative with glass doors $ 75.00. 941-966-4024. DINING TABLE & two chairs. Oval table has removable center board. $65. (941) 924−5093.

Antiques/Collectibles ANTIQUE BUYERS. We buy estates, 1 item or whole house. Please call Ren Selby, 941-232-1177. PURCHASING EAMES, Knoll, Danish, Dunbar, Evans, Laverne, Nakashima, Parzinger furniture, glass, pottery and designer clothing. Tommy McDonnell 772-643-3209.

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

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ESTATE SALE, Saturday, March 19th, 8:00-5:00. 652 Rivendell Blvd., Osprey. Rain Date, March 26th. 80 yr. baby cradle with clothing, books, tea set, and dolls, nice early child's rocker. Vinyl rock albums and 45's, thick paper ads, exercise machine and child's early exercise equipment, vintage 3-tier chandelier, daisy BB rifle and others, license plates, games, and old pewter. New vacuum cleaner, Victorian bedroom suite, sofa and love seat. Much more for young collectors.

BRITISH BALLET ARCHIVIST Organize, edit, & direct safekeeping of permanent records & historically valuable documents & other historical material related to British-style Ballet for the Sarasota Ballet. 3 yrs. exp. in job or as Conservator, Administrator, Admin. Asst., Researcher or Instructional Coord. in British Style Ballet req. Mail resume to: Sarasota Ballet of Florida, Inc. 5555 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34243

Condos/Apts. For Rent EFFICIENCY: UNFURNISHED. Private entrance, large screened lanai, utilities included. $610/mo. 941-349-8900. SPECTACULAR DOWNTOWN 16th floor, corner, water and city views, 2BR/2BA condo for yearly lease, unfurnished. Escape bridge traffic! 941-685-4529.

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Vacant Buildable Lots: Sarasota from $65,000$1,500,000. Sarasota Villa, 2BR/2BA on Golf Course, updated, $149,900.

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Vacation/Seasonal Rentals PEPPERTREE BAY: bayside townhouse. Ammenities: private beach, pool, tennis. Annual or semi. Furnished. Available 6/mo. lease. Call Lisa Beach, Realtor. 941-374-9133. SANDY COVE on the Gulf of Mexico. 2BR/2BA. Gorgeous! Newly Renovated. Nestled in the naturally preserved surroundings with it’s own private pier and direct ocean access where you can swim with the dolphins, fish or simply swing in the hammock and savor the beautiful sunsets. Just minutes away from #1 Siesta Beach. April special $4900/mo. Summer Special $2400/mo. 941-349-8900 rentalinfo@siestakeyrealtyrentals.com

OPEN HOUSE Open Sunday - 1p.m.-4p.m. Lido Regency - Unit 4F 1770 Benjamin Franklin Dr.

Just listed this ideal, 1BR/1.5BA, turnkey Condo with Tommy Bahama Furnishings. Directly on the beach and down the street from St. Armands. Ideal vacation getaway or a great rental investment. priced to sell quickly. Call for an appointment or stop in Sunday.

Luxury Downton Sarasota Condo: 2BR. $399,000.

Venetian Golf & River Club: 3/2.5/2, pool. Built 2015. $399,000.

Boat Slips For Rent/Sale

Saturday, 3/19 - 9a.m.-2p.m. No early birds. Updated gently used rugs, linens, pillows, lighting, art, books, glassware, cookware and other designer accessories. Cash only.

Longboat Key Condo with boat lift 10,000/lbs. Wonderful views of Bay on Canal close to ICW, $375,000.

Nokomis Waterfront Home with large bay view, used as duplex, 3-4BR, 3BA. $475,000.

IMAGINE SCHOOLS Palmer Ranch governing board meeting, March 24, 2016 at 1:00 pm. 6220 McIntosh Rd., Sarasota.

TWO DAY DESIGNER ESTATE SALE 1777 Irving Street, Sarasota 34236 Friday, 3/18 - 10a.m.-2p.m. Womans clothing, designer handbags, accessories and jewelry only.

Longboat Key villa: pool, beach, 2BR/2BA +den, boat dock, furnished, $300,000.

WANTED: GUITARS, Drums, Violins, Trumpets, Saxophones, Orchestra, Keyboards. Any Musical Instrument. Any Condition, CA$H. Free Pick-Up. 941.962.1333.

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

DRY DOCK Boat Slip Reduced: Longboat Key, Unit-2124. $269/mo. 6/month minimum. Or for Sale $18,969. 708-267-6704.

Longboat Key House on Canal. Davits/ Dock. $495,000.

CASH FOR Old Military Items. Swords, uniforms, insignia & old guns. Call 941-416-3280.

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COINS, STAMPS, GOLD & SILVER WANTED. IMMEDIATE PAYMENT. Suncoast Stamp Company, 8520 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. 941-921-9761. Open Monday thru Friday 10-5.

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LEATHER ATTACHE’: tan leather, w/shoulder strap, $75. Brunton pocket transit, leather case. Instruction book $125. 941 993-1214.

PET TAXI car carrier, 425. G.E. juicer, works great, $40. Unique collage, $50. 941-952-1097.

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The Oaks Bayside | 324 Osprey Point Drive | $1,995,000

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