Real Estate Junkie

For Sale: An Iconic Downtown Live-Work Space

It’s 50 percent residence, 50 percent beauty salon, and 100 percent fabulous.

06/11/2021 By Robert Plunket

Sound Off

Tallahassee vs. The People of Florida

Why do we want a legislature focused on boosting big money and punishing voters?

03/23/2021 By Pam Daniel

Real Estate Junkie

For Sale: A Lavish Siesta Key Home With Amazing Views

There are many “best views” in Sarasota, but this home has one of the top five: straight across the bay to the downtown skyline.

02/19/2021 By Robert Plunket

An Eye on the World

Photos: Our Former Party Photographer Captures Intimate Photos of Local Life

Photographer Rebecca Baxter captures images of neighbors, visitors and their pets in a warm, intimate fashion.

01/05/2021 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Farewell

Saying Goodbye to Sarasota Philanthropist and Businessman Stanley Kane

Kane embodied and shaped the Sarasota we know today.

08/30/2020 By Robert Plunket

40th Anniversary

40 Years of Limelight Photos

This town has always known how to throw a party—and photographer Rebecca Baxter was there to capture the most important moments.

02/27/2019 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Year in Review

Our Editors' Favorite Stories of 2018

Eleven pieces that made us proud.

12/27/2018 By Staff

Mr. Chatterbox

Who Exactly is Disgraced Political Candidate Melissa Howard?

Mr. Chatterbox investigates.

10/25/2018 By Robert Plunket

Limelight

Greenfield Prize Dinner

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

04/09/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Limelight

Wine Walk to Ca' d'Zan

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

04/09/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Limelight

Pique-Nique at Winefest

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

04/09/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Limelight

Children First Gala

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

04/09/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Limelight

Sarasota Ballet 27th Season Gala

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

04/09/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Limelight

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe April Fools' Fete

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

04/02/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Limelight

Hero of History Award Luncheon

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

04/02/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Limelight

Friendship Centers Friendship Around the World

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

03/26/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Limelight

Neuro Challenge Cause4Hope Gala

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

03/26/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Limelight

Women's Resource Center's Renaissance Legacy Luncheon

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

03/21/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Limelight

SPARCCle in the City

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

03/19/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Limelight

An Evening at the Avant-Garde

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

03/19/2018 Photography by Rebecca Baxter