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Black Tie - The Observer Sarasota's guide to entertainment, society news and party pictures. Black Tie is a division of Observer Media Group.

The Black Tie section features society, nonprofit and fashion coverage of Longboat Key, Siesta Key, Sarasota and East County. To be considered for social calendar listings and coverage, submit an event via the online form on our website: YourObserver.com/submit-black-tie-event

Every girl deserves the chance to discover her courage, build confidence, and become a leader. Join us for Denim & Pea...
08/26/2026

Every girl deserves the chance to discover her courage, build confidence, and become a leader. Join us for Denim & Pearls: A Lifetime of Leadership Celebration, a meaningful fundraiser supporting Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida, Inc. and the life-changing programs that empower girls across our community. Enjoy an elegant afternoon tea while celebrating the extraordinary leadership of Linda Carson, Angel Colonneso, Esq., and Carolyn J. Mason. Your attendance helps open doors and create brighter futures for the next generation.

Get your tickets now! gsgcf.org/en/support-us/denimandpearls.html

O-Man knows the secret to a great date night involves a cool restaurant, cool drinks and even cooler, a reason to skip c...
08/20/2026

O-Man knows the secret to a great date night involves a cool restaurant, cool drinks and even cooler, a reason to skip cooking. Follow O-Man's lead and explore our growing Where to Eat guide, packed with local dining partners serving something super scrumptous.

Your next favorite spot is waiting at yourobserver.com/where-to-eat.

From cool restaurants and craft cocktails to local hidden gems worth adding to your must-visit list, our nahco-average W...
08/13/2026

From cool restaurants and craft cocktails to local hidden gems worth adding to your must-visit list, our nahco-average Where to Eat page is your go-to for discovering the flavors that make our community so special. These are the local eateries that continue to keep Sarasota and Manatee delicious.

Find your next favorite bites and sips at yourobserver.com/where-to-eat

Sertoma of Greater Sarasota invites businesses, philanthropists and supporters of the arts to sponsor The Sound of Sty...
08/12/2026

Sertoma of Greater Sarasota invites businesses, philanthropists and supporters of the arts to sponsor The Sound of Style Fashion Show on October 15 at the The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort. Align your brand with an elegant evening celebrating creativity, community and meaningful impact while reaching a sophisticated audience of local leaders and arts enthusiasts.

Learn more about custom sponsorship opportunities at sertomasarasota.org/sound-of-style-fashion-show.

We know you're looking for ways to cool down this summer and what better way than with cool restaurants, cool drinks and...
08/06/2026

We know you're looking for ways to cool down this summer and what better way than with cool restaurants, cool drinks and even cooler reasons to skip cooking? Whether you're craving brunch, burgers, tacos or sushi, our growing Where to Eat guide is packed with local favorites waiting to be discovered.

Cure your cravings and discover your next favorite local spot at yourobserver.com/where-to-eat

The Circus Arts Conservatory hosted a one-of-a-kind fashion show with its inaugural Cirque Vogue, featuring a blend of t...
05/17/2026

The Circus Arts Conservatory hosted a one-of-a-kind fashion show with its inaugural Cirque Vogue, featuring a blend of the latest trends and historical circus costumes on the runway.

📸 by Lori Sax

Season is almost over for Black Tie (only one event left on our calendar!), and The Sarasota Ballet celebrated the end o...
05/10/2026

Season is almost over for Black Tie (only one event left on our calendar!), and The Sarasota Ballet celebrated the end of its season with its annual gala, during which it honored supporters Katherine and Frank Martucci.

📸 by Janet Combs

Dick Vitale brought the stars to Sarasota again for his 21st annual gala to support pediatric cancer research at the V F...
05/03/2026

Dick Vitale brought the stars to Sarasota again for his 21st annual gala to support pediatric cancer research at the V Foundation. Tom Izzo, Katie Couric, Geno Auriemma and Kelvin Sampson were just a few of the celebrities in attendance.

📸 by Janet Combs Photography

Selby Gardens - Marie Selby Botanical Gardens welcomed famed floral designer Ian Prosser for its Lunch in the Gardens fu...
05/01/2026

Selby Gardens - Marie Selby Botanical Gardens welcomed famed floral designer Ian Prosser for its Lunch in the Gardens fundraiser.

📸 by Lori Sax

Navigating philanthropy today requires more than generosity—it calls for clarity, strategy, and confidence. You don’t ...
04/30/2026

Navigating philanthropy today requires more than generosity—it calls for clarity, strategy, and confidence. You don’t need to be an expert to explore these options; your trusted advisor or Gulf Coast Community Foundation can help guide you through what makes the most sense for your situation.

Read more here: yourobserver.com/news/2026/mar/30/navigating-philanthropy-with-clarity-confidence

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