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Recent Events and Fundraisers

November 12, 2015 - A Taste of Gulf Gate - Photos by Norm Schimmel
The first Taste of Gulf Gate was a rousing success. And judging from comments overheard at the event, attendees are looking forward to a repeat performance next year.
 
Twenty-five area restaurants and purveyors donated their house specialties, wine and water to the sumptuous feast held at the Gulf Gate Library on Thursday, November 12. The tables in the meeting room were laden with ribs, rugelach, wings, pizza, goat cheese appetizers, BBQ shrimp, Ahi tuna appetizers, pad Thai, mini veggie burgers and much more. Mini root beer floats were a special treat for those of a certain age, recalling memories of high school. The men were undoubtedly pleased that Hooters provided two servers from its establishment. Several restaurants offered coupons as well as food.
 
Not to be missed were the scrumptious desserts found in the Teen Zone on the second floor of the library. People were seen carrying away platefuls of scones, Baklava, mini cannoli and tarts and then returning for more.
 
The Taste of Gulf Gate committee, members of the Friends and volunteers, along with staff, transformed Gulf Gate Library into a magical food and wine tasting venue. Jane Rosenbohm added ambiance with her delightful musical performance. Tables and chairs throughout the library provided seating where diners could enjoy the delicious offerings with their companions.
 
Nor did the enjoyment end with food and drink. The lucky winner of the silent auction and three friends will soon be playing golf at the prestigious TPC course at Prestancia.
 
The “Mystery Gift Tree” provided those who purchased a chance with prizes ranging from salon services to restaurant gift certificates. Book covers decorated the front of the “tree tags.” This writer selected her favorite book and collected a zipped canvas satchel with a pillow tucked inside, much envied by friends.
 
The Friends association and especially the tireless volunteers are due a round of applause for making the first Taste of Gulf Gate a fun and financially successful event. More than 350 tickets were distributed to this sold-out fundraiser.
 
A list of food and beverage sponsors and gift donors follows. Please be sure to thank them for their support of Gulf Gate Library when you visit their places of business.                        by Vicki Chatley
                                                                                                                                                        

Food and Beverage Sponsors
Beckhams
British Corner Shop
Clayton’s
Costco
Dutch Valley Restaurant
Geiers
Grasshopper Tex Mex
Greek Taverna Restaurant
Harry’s
Hooter’s
Il Panificio
Mattison’s
Opa Opa
Paisano’s Bakery
PRP Wine International
Pub 32
Publix
Rico’s Pizzeria
Ruth’s Chris
Sarasota Brewing Co.
Sarasota Catering Co.
Thailand Sushi & Steakhouse
The Corner Grill
Veg
Winn Dixie
Gift Donors
A’tu Jewelry & Clothing Outlet
Captain Curt’s Crab & Oyster Bar
Casa Italia
Chianti
Dave Muolo Photography
Details Salon
Dolce Beauty Salon
Doug & Paula Griffin
El Toro Bravo Restaurant
Expo Nails & Spa
First Watch
Flemings
Geckos
Goodfellows Café & Winery
GS Discount Beverage & Food
H2Only Bait and Charters
Hair & Nail Design
Ham Heaven & Devil Dogs
Harry’s Sports Bar & Grille
Heavenly Cupcakes
Ichiban Restaurant & Sushi Bar
Intimate You Inc. Beauty Salon
Italian Grill
Jenny Gallagher
Julie Polderdyke
Lorraine Radauskas
Lucia’s Hair Design
Massage Heights
Miguel’s
Millie’s
Nancy Drescher
Norman’s Liquors
Off the Hook
Ophelia’s on the Bay
Outback
Panera Bread
Peperonata Pasta & Empandas by Stef
Pro Nails & Spa
Renee Joppich, Master Hair Stylist
Rico’s Pizzeria
Roessler’s
Roy’s
Russian House
Salon Utopia
Simon’s Coffee House
Southside Grill
Stein Mart
Stephanie Robinson
Studio 7119-Arnaldo Pereira
Sun-N-Fun Resort
Thai Wasabi ll, Inc.
The Broken Egg
Total Wine & More
TPC Golf Course at Prestancia
Visions Hair Design
July 2, 2015 - Celebrate America's Independence
Join the Friends of Gulf Gate Library in celebrating America’s independence on July 2, 2015, 6:30-8:00pm, with Bill Schustik singing patriotic songs with commentary on our country’s history through the ages. Mr. Schustik has traveled all over America gathering songs and sowing legends.  All tools of his trade include his magnificent baritone voice, a keen sense of drama, a colorful array of folk instruments, and a deep abiding love for traditional American lore. Mr. Schustik has performed for three U.S. Presidents and appeared both on and off Broadway. The proceeds from the event will be used to fund educational and entertaining programs for Adults, Children, and Teens which will enrich and enhance the lives of our community. You can play an important role in making this happen.

Following the entertainment, there will be an ice cream social provided by the Friends of Gulf Gate Library.


April 16, 2015 - Meet 12 Local Authors
On Thursday, April 16, 2015, from 12:30 pm to 4:00pm, come to Gulf Gate Library, Meeting Room A, to help us celebrate National Library Week with 12 of our local authors. Each author calls the region home and represents a literary voice unique to Southwest Florida.  

"This is a wonderful chance to discover how much literary talent we have in Sarasota County and the region," said Sarasota County Libraries adult services coordinator Ellen India. "The authors we have taking part in this event offer something for everyone. Whether you like fiction, poetry, non-fiction, history, travel, adventure or all of the above, this is the event for you."

Library patrons will have the opportunity to engage the authors one-on-one, discuss their projects, their influences and purchase copies of their books.

From 12:30pm to 3:30pm, each of 12 authors has 15 minutes to share about his or her book and the personal writing process. Then from 3:30p.m. to 4:00p.m., audience members may talk one-on-one with the authors and purchase copies of their books.
January 24, 2015 - Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of New Gulf Gate Library. 
                               Check out the (video below) and have an inside look at the new library
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January 24, 2015 - If you weren't able to attend the January 24th grand opening of the library in person,
                           click on the video below to see the dedication in it's entirety (all 30 minutes).

January 9, 2015 - Pre-opening Event on  with entertainment by comedian, Gid Pool and a sneak preview
                          of  the new library.

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Friends of the Gulf Gate Library
7112 Curtiss Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34231

Phone: 941-861-1247 (Library)
Email:
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