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Holiday Fashion Trends 2024 by Monkees of Lakewood Ranch
Style Guide Article by Brooke Bezet | Photography by Abbi Henigman We connected with local style experts at Monkees this season to bring you trends this season. This holiday season, expect to see bold, statement outerwear, vibrant reds, leopard prints, and preppy layers making waves, along with touches of suede and sheer fabrics that combine elegance and function. For timeless holiday wardrobe staples, opt for a little black dress, a tailored blazer, or a statement coat, paired with a silk...
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The Bradenton Dream Center Golf Tournament
Benefiting the Christmas Dreamland and After School Program Article by Brooke Bezet | Photography by Steve Nelson The Bradenton Dream Center held its annual Golf Tournament fundraiser on November 4, 2024, at the beautiful Azario Golf Course, bringing the community together in support of two of its impactful programs: the After School Program and the Christmas Dreamland. Over 120 players, ranging from seasoned golfers to enthusiastic newcomers, took to the greens in a lively shotgun-style...
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LWR Community Foundation
Supporting Lakewood Ranch through local giving, hurricane relief, and community-driven events Article by Brooke Bezet | Photography by Lakewood Ranch Community Foundation Since its founding in 2000, the Lakewood Ranch Community Foundation has worked to enhance the lives of residents in Lakewood Ranch and in Manatee and Sarasota counties. With a mission focused on community care and local support, the foundation has awarded more than $1.5 million in grants to over 140 nonprofits, funding...
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Cheers to Beauty Booze
Making Your Holiday Spirits Bright During Your Seasonal Parties Article by Brooke Bezet | Photography by Nicole Mac Photography When it comes to enjoying a drink, many of us want to indulge without compromising a healthy lifestyle. Beauty Booze, a new brand of spirits and cocktails crafted in Sarasota, Florida, embodies that balance, merging mindful drinking with the joy of celebration. Launched in response to founder and nutritionist’s own lifestyle needs, Beauty Booze is designed for people...
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