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Charlee & Nova

It Has Been Almost a Year Since Charlee & Nova’s Mom Sara Was Killed By a Drunk Driver. What You Can Do To Help.

Written by Sande Caplin on September 20, 2025. Posted in Events.

Sara Holmes was killed by a drunk driver last November. As many of you know, she left behind 2...

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9/11 Memorial

A Visit to the 9/11 Memorial: What It Meant to Us

Written by Sande Caplin on September 11, 2025. Posted in Great Reading.

A few days ago, Nancy and I took the subway from Brooklyn into Lower Manhattan. Our destination...

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“Giving Back” Benefit Concert at Swordfish Grill & Tiki to Support Charlee and Nova – October 20th

Written by Sande Caplin on August 20, 2025. Posted in SRQ Scoop.

On Monday, October 20th from 6 to 10 p.m., the waterfront at the Swordfish Grill & Tiki in...

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Rose Lipke

Saying Good-Bye to One of Our Own in Cortez, Florida

Written by Sande Caplin on August 19, 2025. Posted in SRQ Scoop.

From a Facebook Post from the Swordfish Grill & Tiki: Rosie’ Big Send Off Cortez is...

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Italian restaurant

Bradenton’s Best Italian Restaurant Has More Exciting News

Written by Sande Caplin on August 11, 2025. Posted in SRQ Scoop.

It’s been a very exciting week for Tica and Jay, owners of Villa Sorrento Italian Restaurant in...

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Hulk Hogan

Hulk Hogan: More Than a Wrestling Icon—A Bond Between Father and Son

Written by Sande Caplin on July 24, 2025. Posted in Great Reading.

Today, the world lost a legend. Hulk Hogan, born Terry Bollea, passed away, leaving behind a...

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Charlee and Nova

Giving Back to Charlee and Nova: Sarasota-Bradenton Community Rallies for Special Benefit Event on October 20

Written by Sande Caplin on July 22, 2025. Posted in SRQ Scoop.

Big News: Tickets Now Available for “Giving Back” – A Heartfelt Fundraiser Supporting Charlee...

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Bradenton Elks

Bradenton Elks Celebrate 100 Years with Roaring ‘20s Gala

Written by Sande Caplin on July 13, 2025. Posted in SRQ Scoop.

An Unforgettable Evening of Jazz, Joy, and Community Spirit On Saturday, July 12, 2025, the...

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A Feel Good Story! 11-Year-Old Designs Logo for CaN Foundation, Honors Charlee & Nova’s Loss

Written by Sande Caplin on June 19, 2025. Posted in Great Reading.

At just 11 years old, Norah from Marble, Arkansas, has already made a lasting impact through her...

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Jack’d Up Band

The Girls, Jack’d Up Band, Clancy’s Irish Pub, and Some Incredibly Generous Folks in Our Town

Written by Sande Caplin on June 9, 2025. Posted in SRQ Scoop.

Last Friday evening was a night I will never forget. We went to see one of the best bands in...

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Charlee and Nova

The Chronicles of Charlee and Nova– Big News You’ve Been Waiting For

Written by Sande Caplin on June 6, 2025. Posted in SRQ Scoop.

Many of our friends, who are not from the Sarasota-Bradenton area, don’t know “our special...

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