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Tats for Ta-Tas Block Party Fundraiser
Get ready to party with a purpose at this year’s Tats for Ta-Tas Block Party Fundraiser at Tattoos & Scars Saloon, Greene Street in Old Town, Key West. This year’s cheeky charity event is set for Wednesday, October 9 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Proceeds benefit Womankind in their mission of providing affordable or free quality healthcare, mammograms, and diagnostic […] The post Tats for Ta-Tas Block Party Fundraiser first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Literacy Month
Literacy Volunteers of America, Monroe County, Inc. invites everyone to celebrate Literacy Month. Literacy Volunteers serves students countywide in the Upper, Middle and Lower Keys, providing one-to-one and small-group literacy training free of charge. Since 1984, Literacy Volunteers of America – Monroe County, Inc. has provided free, confidential literacy instruction from a trained, certified volunteer tutor to Monroe County adults […] The post Literacy Month first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
The Last Bloom
The demise of a rare cactus that grew wild in the Florida Keys is being called the first local extinction of a species caused by sea level rise in the entire country. It is a sign of more to come, according to a group of botanists and researchers who published a recent study detailing the gradual loss of the Key […] The post The Last Bloom first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Key West Happy Hours
22&Co 504 Angela Street Manic Monday: All drinks 1/2 off Tutu Tuesdays: Wear a tutu, get 22% off. Happy Hour: 2-6 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, 2-for-1 beer, wine and well drinks, $10 martinis. 22andco.com Alonzo’s Oyster 700 Front Street 4-6:30 p.m.—½ price tapas-style food specials, well drinks, beer, wines by glass alonzosoysterbar.com Aqua Bar & Nightclub 711 Duval Street Noon-6 p.m. and […] The post Key West Happy Hours first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
The Conch Scramble
Floating greens, golf boats and biodegradable fish-food golf balls are just some of the fun sights you’ll see at this year’s annual Conch Scramble charity golf tournament. A full field of 50 teams is ready to take a swing in this one-of-a-kind golf experience while raising money for charity. During the tournament, teams of four and a designated boat driver […] The post The Conch Scramble first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing
Aspiring anglers can learn and practice skills, go fishing, and win prizes at the award-winning “Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing!” Keys University and Fishing Fever Tournament. Hosted by the nonprofit Ladies Let’s Go Fishing Foundation, the “No-Yelling School of Fishing” offers classroom presentations, networking events and hands-on skill practice. Setting this program apart from typical fishing classes are the hands-on fishing […] The post Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Essential Workforce Housing
Key West is now home to a 24-unit residential property dedicated to providing essential workforce housing for local first responders and public safety workers. Naples-based Connor & Gaskins Unlimited, a national construction firm, completed the project in July, an impressive six weeks ahead of the original timeline. The project, started in June 2023, was also delivered ten percent under the […] The post Essential Workforce Housing first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
The Key West Gallery Guide
Please send gallery updates to editor Kelly Henry at kelly.henry@floridaweekly.com. 7 Artists & Friends Gallery 7 Artists & Friends (213 Simonton St.; 305-294-8444) began as a co-op run by seven of the island’s top artists. 90 Miles to Cuba 90 Miles to Cuba (616 Greene St.; 305-292-1333 or 90milestocuba.net) is an oldstyle curiosity shop with items tied to or inspired […] The post The Key West Gallery Guide first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
The Marshall Morlock Band Releases Album
Marshall Morlock, the lead guitarist and vocalist of the popular Key West band of the same name, says all musicians have different views on what “making it” means. For him, “making it” comes down to the ability to play music as a full-time job. And he is achieving that alongside his father, Scott Morlock (bass/keyboard/ vocals) and fellow band members […] The post The Marshall Morlock Band Releases Album first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Fantasy Fest Grand Marshals
A big honor for Key West author and paranormal specialist David Sloan, along with Robert, one of the world’s most famous haunted dolls. They are this year’s Key West Fantasy Fest Parade Grand Marshals. Most people cheered the choices, but some said, “Oh, hell no!” And that’s because of Robert, the doll with a long and eerie history. Just after […] The post Fantasy Fest Grand Marshals first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Keeping Art Alive
Mallory Square is known worldwide as the spot for sunset. And it is the non-profit Sunset Celebration and its vendors, performers, artists and musicians that make this spot extra special. They assemble every evening for one of the longest-standing traditions in Key West. Sunset Celebration was started over 40 years ago as an informal gathering. It eventually caught the eye […] The post Keeping Art Alive first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Your Wildest Fantasy
Get ready for an explosion of color, camaraderie and craziness! Key West’s infamous Fantasy Fest is back, with ten days jam-packed with parties, costume competitions, street fairs, art, galas and one over-the-top grand parade. This year, it’s all about the 1990s, with a theme of “It’s a 90s Neon Cosmic Carnival!”. Creative costumes are a must, with plenty of chances […] The post Your Wildest Fantasy first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Free Express to Fantasy Fest
Why make the long drive to Key West when you can sail on the Key West Express? And now you have the chance to go free. Key West Express is giving away two pairs of tickets to two lucky winners. Just sign up for the Fantasy Fest email list, and you can win. Follow this link to enter: qrco.de/bfKv0h Fantasy […] The post Free Express to Fantasy Fest first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Key West Paddle Classic
The 12-mile distance around the island of Key West is to become a saltwater racecourse for competitors on paddleboards and self-propelled watercraft during the 2024 Key West Paddle Classic. The annual race, presented by the Florida Keys adventure tour company Lazy Dog, is scheduled Saturday, Sept. 28. The challenge is open to watersports enthusiasts on stand-up paddleboards, prone boards and […] The post Key West Paddle Classic first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Saving Palm Trees
In the aftermath of hurricanes and severe weather, some palm tree owners may worry about the survival of their beloved palms. With more than 2,600 species, the iconic palm seen across Florida landscapes is heartier than one may think, even when those lush green palm fronds are suddenly wilted and thinned out due to extreme winds and rains from a […] The post Saving Palm Trees first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Cosmic Creators Wanted
Cosmic creators, float fabricators, and costuming artists – it’s time to submit your 2024 Bud Light Fantasy Fest Parade entry forms and prepare to put your ingenuity on display in this year’s “It’s a 90s NEON Cosmic Carnival!” themed parade down Duval Street, set to take place Saturday, October 26. The world-famous parade is open to entries large and small: […] The post Cosmic Creators Wanted first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Employee Wellness at The Marker
Nestled beside the Key West Historic Seaport, The Marker Key West Harbor Resort is a premier choice for corporate teams seeking an immersive blend of wellness and team-building experiences. In partnership with Bonita Wellness Institute, the resort offers an array of wellness services that inspire, relax and support mental health, including meditation classes, mindfulness workshops, leadership training in mental health, and post-event […] The post Employee Wellness at The Marker first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Fantasy Fest Volunteers Wanted
Do you revel in being in the thick of things and making things happen? Are you up for an out-of-this-world experience? If yes, then Fantasy Fest invites you to join the volunteer “ground control” Ambassador team for the 2024 Bud Light Fantasy Fest Parade, set for Saturday, October 26. More than 150 Ambassadors will have their fingers on the pulse […] The post Fantasy Fest Volunteers Wanted first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Exquisite Woodcarving
The Key West Art & Historical Society acquires a culturally significant woodcarving created by distinguished Cuban-American folk artist Mario Sanchez. Joining another 200 Sanchez works already in its permanent collection, the Society maintains the largest assemblage of the artist’s works and personal artifacts, ranging from paper bag sketches to handcrafted paper kites and intricate woodcarvings. The work, titled “Elegant Lady,” […] The post Exquisite Woodcarving first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
International Dance
Audiences can enjoy five eclectic, multicultural dance productions this fall when the Key West International Dance Company launches its inaugural season in the island city. The company was founded by performer, writer and director Pamela Stephenson Connolly. After living for nearly a decade in the Lower Keys and Key West, Stephenson Connolly created an ensemble of Florida Keys talents to […] The post International Dance first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
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