All Men Are Created Equal Then Some Become Marines. The official birthday of the United States Marine Corps is on the 10th of November 1775. That was the day when the Second Continental Congress established the Continental Marines with the following decree: That two battalions of Marines be raised consisting of one Colonel, two lieutenant-colonels, two majors and other officers, as usual in other regiments; that they consist of an equal number of privates as with other battalions, that particular care be taken that no persons be appointed to offices, or enlisted into said battalions, but such as are good […]
Give A Shout Out To First Responders! National First Responders Day recognizes the heroic men and women who make it their business to take immediate action when disaster strikes. An estimated 4.6 million career and volunteer firefighters, police, emergency medical technicians, and paramedic workers serve communities all across the nation. Americans are urged to recognize the contributions of first responders in their communities with ceremonies and activities. Thank you First Responders!
Ed Bertha Presents 2+ Acres Of Zen Awaiting Your Vision Nestled over 2 acres of trees and wildlife, this rare find is ripe for development. You may choose to complete the renovation of the existing home or build your own tropical estate. Zoned RSF-2 the property may be divided into 2 parcels or initiate a Land Development Review to build 6-8 homes. Should you have other thoughts, initial discussions indicate rezoning is a possibility to construct an Assisted Living Facility or Spa/Retreat. Proctor Road/I75 area. Property also includes a Coach House to accommodate a 40+ foot RV or Boat and […]
We Will Never Forget 9/11. Dedicated to the men, women and children who lost their lives, the brave souls who gave their lives and those who are still giving…
Columbia Restaurant Gives Back Community Harvest Support Suncoast Charities for Children (SCC) when dining at Columbia Restaurant by mentioning Community Harvest and selecting SCC as the recipient of your donation during the month of September. Through this annual September program, Community Harvest, the Columbia Restaurant donates 5% of all guests’ lunch and dinner checks in the form of gift certificates to charitable organizations chosen by the guests. Columbia Restaurant donated more than $227,000 to more than 100 local non-profit organizations throughout Florida with the 2018 Community Harvest. Since the program began in 1998, the Columbia has given more than $2.4 […]
Woodstock, A Pivitol Point In American Culture. Woodstock was an American music festival held August 15–18, 1969, which attracted an estimated audience of 400,000-500,000. What began as a paid event drew so many attendees from across the world that the fences were torn down and it became a free concert open to the public. Billed as “an Aquarian Exposition: 3 Days of Peace & Music”, it was held at Max Yasgur’s 600-acre dairy farm in Bethel, New York, 43 miles (70 km) southwest of Woodstock.
REALTORS, Promote Your LISTINGS To This Group Of Over Achieving Executives! “YOU’RE GOING TO BE IMPRESSED WITH THE QUALITY OF THE MEMBERS THAT ARE IN ATTENDANCE.” KEVIN HARRINGTON, ORIGINAL SHARK ON SHARK TANK AND CREATOR OF THE INFOMERCIAL The Board of Advisors, a select group of the nation’s most disruptive business owners, real estate investors, technology providers and marketers, descend on Sarasota for a week of business meetings and an evening of extravaganza. If you have a yacht, plane or exotic auto we can accomodate you too!
67 Boats Raced At Sarasota This 4th Of July! Official Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix Race Results And Series Standings Click HERE to download the Official Results and Series Championship standings PDF or scroll below for an online image.
UNOFFICIAL RACE RESULTS FROM THE 35TH RUNNING OF THE SARASOTA POWERBOAT GRAND PRIX The week-long celebration was produced by, and benefits, Suncoast Charities for Children. The activities included: 4TH ANNUAL BOB RIZI MEMORIAL GOLF CLASSIC BOAT & PERSONAL WATERCRAFT “FUN RUN” “THE FRIENDLIEST CATCH” FISHING TOURNAMENT BAYFRONT GRAND PRIX FESTIVAL KICKOFF PARTY BAYFRONT FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR “MEET & GREET WHO’S IN THE DRIVER’S SEAT” RACE TEAM AUTOGRAPH SIGNING EVENT “BOATS ON THE BLOCK” BLOCK PARTY CAR & MOTORCYCLE SHOW RACE THE RACER POWERBOAT RACES Congrats to a job well done! Race Results follow.
Chris Cogan F7 Motorsports / F7 Garage By: Ed Bertha Cover Photo By: James Corwin Johnson What do a 1961 Ferrari 400 Superamerica and a 1953 Ferrari 250 Europa have in common? Both are outstanding examples of legendary artistic coachwork and mechanical dexterity. Furthermore, they were award winning automobiles at the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance and Concours d’Elegance of America, respectively. These cars are a small glimpse into the private Cogan automobile collection in Louisville, KY. The Cogan’s involvement with classic motorcars began over four decades ago. Chris Cogan and his brother Kevin began collecting, restoring, racing and showing cars. […]
2019 Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Edition Special Edition Sponsors Thank You to our Special Edition Sponsors! Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Dimmitt Automotive Group F7 Motorsports James Corwin Johnson Photography SS Motorsports Suncoast Porsche SuncoastParts.com See their special edition contributions below.
Rewind – 2018 Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Photography By Chuck Carroll The Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance is an automotive charitable event held each year during the second weekend in March at The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island in Amelia Island, Florida. A New York Times article about celebrity car ownership listed Amelia Island as one of the nation’s top concours d’elegances, along with Pebble Beach in California, Meadow Brook in Michigan and the Louis Vuitton Classic in Midtown Manhattan.” There’s something for everyone at Amelia! March 7-10, 2019. Photo gallery below.
ANTICIPATION By Ed Bertha Anticipation “The joy of looking forward to a favorite activity – Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance” – Ed Bertha “People continue to be the most important component of The Amelia. They’re all “Car Guys” of one stripe or another. They are the reason people tell me that The Amelia is still, in our 24th year, the “Racers’ Concours” or “The Fun Concours”. These days, even with the rain, I still think it’s both.” Bill Warner Founder and Chairman Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance
Harvest House Revitalizing Neighborhoods. Transforming Lives. By Kim Niemann ”The love and integrity Harvest House exemplifies throughout our community has made giving and working with them such a rewarding experience.” – Lee Wetherington, Legacy Giving Society Member In 1992 Pastors Jim and Peggy Minor founded Harvest House with just 6 beds for men in recovery from substance abuse. Today, Harvest House has 9 supportive housing campuses and 30 affordable rentals encompassing 400+ beds and serves more than 900 individuals annually. Harvest House is one of the few nonprofit organizations in Sarasota working towards the development, preservation, and management of affordable, […]
Team Fontanetta Ann & Frank Fontanetta Fairway Independent Mortgage Timing Is Everything By Tom Heatherman ”It’s not about the loans we do; it is about the hearts we change and the people we help.” Steve Jacobson, Founder and CEO Timing — It is often said — can make a world of difference when introducing a new business or venture. That’s why Ann and Frank Fontanetta waited until just the right moment to team-up with Fairway Independent Mortgage. Frank was at the peak of a career that spanned over 25 years in the lending industry, having risen through the ranks from […]
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