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Don’t let celebrities name the new planets.

Mike Mulligan and Jessica Miano Kruel star in what’s called the ‘ultimate theater for actor and audiences’ in ‘Blackbird,’ which opens at The Studios of Key West next week. See story, page 24.

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“I wish Key West had a bowling alley that we could all use,” said Barbara Bentley, of Trianos Tacos.

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Saturday, Feb. 25 • “Journey to Success” career seminar from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at The Gato Building, Key West.

• Key West Authors’ Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Oldest House Museum, Key West.

• Historic Key West Cemetery Strolls from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Email hfkf@bellsouth.net for more info.

• Free preschool program at 11 a.m. at Key West library.

• Southernmost Coconut Castaways “Jump Up” from noon to 3 p.m. at Smokin’ Tuna, Key West.

• A Taste of Jamaica from 5 to 8 p.m. at Grimal Grove, Big Pine Key. $85.

• Musician Rorey Carroll, 8 p.m., Coast, 6404 Front Street, Stock Island.

• Larry Smith and Adrienne Z at 8 p.m. at The Studios of Key West.

Sunday, Feb. 26 • Key West Sunrise Rotary Golf Classic at 7 a.m. at Key West Golf Club.

• Cashflow Club Investor’s Meeting from 1 to 3 p.m. at Wendy’s on Roosevelt, Key West.

• Black History Program at 3 p.m. at Cornish Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, Key West.

• Free trivia at 6:30 p.m. at American Legion, Stock Island. Open to the public.

Monday, Feb. 27 • GLEE’s backyard gardening from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Grimal Grove, Big Pine Key. • Author James Gleick lecture at 6 p.m. at Key West Theater.

• Rock Solomon sings Academy Award songs at 8 p.m. at Little White House, Key West. $60.

Tuesday, Feb. 28 • Three-week Tuesday and Thursday boating skills class from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Big Pine Methodist Church. $55. Call 308-872-4071.

Wednesday, March 1 • Authors Deborah Crombie and Lucy Burdette speak at 6 p.m. at Key West library.

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WEEKLY INTERVIEW

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ucked away on Stock Island is a jewel of the Lower Keys, The Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Gardens.

Fifteen acres of gardens, ponds and native sanctuary, all operated under the helm of Misha McRAE, executive director. Since 2004, when promoted to first administrator of the gardens, McRAE has been the guardian at the gate, preserving protecting and cultivating the most cherished piece of Key West property. Like many of the plants, McRAE is non-native but has grown to love and adore Key West as his own.

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Part German and part Irish Texan, McRAE’s Army family moved often and set McRAE on a unique path to Key West. Studying dance, he gained scholarships to earn degrees in business and mathematics, minoring in accounting and computer science. His love of the arts as well as penchant for business including human resources, accounting, finance and payroll, make him more than qualified to preserve the gardens.

“As I’ve never minded getting dirty, I first served as a volunteer not long after hurricane Georges (1999). Soon I was on the board and working to legitimize the garden,” said McRAE. “I wanted to bring it into the 20th century and

change public perception to the importance of protecting natural habitat such as the Botanical Garden.”

McRAE loves Key West’s sense of community not found in any of his travels. He avoids politics, and is an important advocate of education and conservation of our flora and fauna. His dedication has led him to raise almost $50,000 for new playground equipment, because as he says, “The Garden is for the next generations of Key West; I do this for them.” Just $12,000 shy, McRAE undoubtedly will make it happen as he has already made the Garden special for everyone.

HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW? 20 Questions with Misha McRAE, Executive Director Of The Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Gardens HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

1. Full Name?

Misha Dean McRAE.

12. Favorite guilty pleasure?

People watching.

2. Worst nickname?

Mikey.

13. What surprises people most about The Botanical Garden?

It is more than just green: programs in adult and children education, community service programs, conservation, preservation, community outreach, health and wellness (ever done yoga with the butterflies?) and community; a group of like minded individuals coming together to achieve miracles.

3. Name one famous person you would bring back to life, why?

Ernest Hemingway: I’d like to go out on the town drinking with him; ooh what I’d learn!

4. What question do you hate to answer?

Why are you single?

5. What’s your favorite tropical flower?

Non-native: Bird of Paradise.

“I proudly am a Freshwater Conch of 21 years: certificate signed by one of my favorite personalities, Wilhelmina Harvey, matriarch of the Florida Keys herself.”

—Misha McRAE, of The Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Gardens.

11. What was your first thought this morning?

What is the weather?

6. If you won the lottery, what extravagant thing would you do?

Buy a yacht!

7. Which TV, movie or super hero character is your alter ego?

“The Green Arrow.”

8. What is your nerdiest passion?

I love math.

9. If you could take three items on a deserted island, what? Why? A Swiss Army knife (duh), book on native plants (to be safe), and the collection of “Game of Thrones” books to see how rough life could really be.

10. If invisible, what would you do in Key West?

Return dropped or lost items to visitors, silently provide guidance to their next sightseeing location and finally, stop the jaywalkers at busy downtown intersections.

14. What dream job — if not this one — would you have?

Be a ship captain.

15. If you could grant Key West one wish, what would it be?

Preserve its natural assets: water and land.

16. You are sitting at a diner counter eating … who would you want to walk in and sit next to you?

Kate Miano, I love that girl.

Finish these sentences …

17. My family would describe me as … the black sheep. (I left Texas.)

18. My autobiography would be titled … “You may not like me but you will respect me.”

19. The world needs more … compassion.

20. When I go, I will go … fighting.

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Beware of religious imposters The subtitle of Moliere's classic play, “Tartuffe,” is “Imposter” as in religious imposter. Key West and the Florida Keys are not immune from religious imposters. Most recently, there have been two cases of grifters and scammers, posing as Catholic Church missionaries soliciting funds, which have been brought to my attention and to the attention of law enforcers. The Monroe County Attorney's office suggested that I bring it to your attention.

Two claimed to be nuns. They clearly did their research. They knew where all the business offices were located and they knew of Key West's gratitude for service of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary and thus, claimed to be from Canada. To let you know, any Catholic religious or priest needs to ask permission to serve or to solicit through the Archdiocese of Miami whereupon they are vetted for their apostolic legitimacy and for their criminal background. If cleared, it is up to the local pastor to give permission or not to solicit funds. Given our present pastoral commitments and multitudinous building projects, I will not be granting permission anytime in the near or distant future for such external religious solicitations!

Also, there is a person who travels around town with her luggage who claims to be selling rosary beads for St. Mary at the price of $20. Again, this is a scam. If ever you have questions about someone seeking funds for the Catholic Church, please call the parish office.

Edna O'Brien's most recent novel “Little Red Chairs” reminds us that religious imposters are not merely annoying but can be quite dangerous.

Unfortunately, they and their danger are not fictional.

Sincerely, Fr. John C. Baker Saint Mary Star of the Sea Basilica

BRIEFLY Black History Program this Sunday The 24th annual Black History Program will be held Sunday, Feb. 26 at 3 p.m. at Cornish Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 702 Whitehead St. in Key West. Choirs, poets, dancers and historians are invited to participate. This is a free event open to the public. For more information, contact Rev. Rochelle M. PearsonMajor at 305-517-6611 or rochelleep16@aol.com.

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Women’s heart tests at Womankind The Zonta Club of Key West is sponsoring its annual Heart Health Initiative to bring attention to the fact that heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States. The club has partnered with Womankind to provide free comprehensive blood screenings to women in the lower Keys community regardless of income or insurance status.

Exams will include blood pressure checks, blood screenings (complete blood count, thyroid, complete metabolic panel and total lipid panel), BMI (body mass index which is an indicator of risk) and a follow-up consultation on the results. Eighty appointments will be available during the months of March and April and can be made by calling Womankind at 305-294-4004.

Rockin’ Refuge Rangers at National Key Deer Refuge

The National Key Deer Refuge is initiating a series of free, kid-friendly, nature-oriented programs on Saturday mornings from 9:45 a.m. to noon on Big Pine Key for children in grades K-8 who are accompanied by a parent or guardian. Preregistration is required by emailing rockinrefugerangers@gmail.com.

Upcoming events include: Feb. 25 – Shutter Up! Beginner’s photography March 4 – Down and Dirty: Building a native bird and butterfly garden.

March 11 – Wings Over the Keys! Bird Migration and Raptors.

March 18 - Outdoor Fest Wildlife Fair at Big Pine Community Park, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Preschool Co-op’s Spring Fair is March 4 HAYS BLINCKMANN

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Tucked away in the Peace Covenant Presbyterian Church on Flagler Avenue, the Key West Preschool Co-op has been serving children ages 1-4 since 1988. For almost 30 years, the parent-run organization has molded, shaped and educated 50 to 60 wee Conchs every year. It has been an unyielding developmental and affordable resource for Key West parents and only can continue with the help of the community.

And now it’s that time of year when all eyes are on the school for one of Key West’s premier family events, the annual Co-op Spring Fair.

Hundreds of families from around the island will descend on the church’s parking lot to enjoy a fabulous day of rides, games and one of the biggest silent auction and raffles in the community.

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member their first mini roller coaster ride or Easter egg hunt thanks to the Co-op.

“The Co-op is about building up our community and creating lasting recognizable bonds,” said parent and organizer Jasmine Kenna. Parents have always been the driving force behind the school with the help of only one director and four teachers.

From daily helping in the classroom, to every parent working on the fair, the school literally takes the village to run.

“Families are so involved. We have parents who are lawyers, fishermen, hairdressers, people from every aspect of life in Key West,” said Rachael Ambrose, fellow parent organizer. “We run on a tiny budget that really relies on donations.”

Maybe it’s the fact they have not changed their recognizable little blue T-shirts in all this time or the opportunity for parents to be hands-on in the beginning years of their child’s education, but the Co-op makes it work year after year especially with the success of the fair.

Head to the carnival Saturday, March 4 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and enjoy a fun-filled day of kiddie rides, the sheriff’s petting zoo, Easter egg hunt, games and more. The silent auction table will be filled with 45

Andy Ambrose with his fourth child, Ellie, to go through the co-op in 14 years.

unique Key West bargains and goodies. There will be raffle prizes throughout the day with a grand prize of $2,500 in cash for only $10 a ticket. For a $15 all-ride pass, it’s the best bargain for family entertainment in town and best of all, all profits go back into the school.

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Little Kamryn Busick gets her picture with the Easter Bunny.

“The Co-op has been going so long, literally generations of Key West kids have gone here.”

—Rachael Ambrose, parent.

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he musical fruit of a project that “has taken years to develop, nurture and finalize” will be on display on Saturday, Feb. 25 at 8 p.m. in Key West.

Dreamsmith, the songwriting duo of Larry Smith and Adrienne Z, will debut the CD “Dream Again” at The Studios of Key West, 533 Eaton St. The two met at the Pier House Resort Wine Galley, where Smith was the musical director and performed nightly. Adrienne, a singer songwriter originally from Boston, stopped by to see Smith showcase her friend, singer Michelle Dravis. Adrienne sat in on piano and impressed Larry by performing one of her original compositions. Smith invited her to write melodies and lyrics to some of his instrumentals, along with evolving pieces.

The new album is a collection “examining life in today’s America,” Smith said. “How do you describe this music? It has elements of pop colliding with jazz overtones and even components of classical music.”

Smith holds a degree in music education from Mansfield University, Mansfield, Pennsylvania. He has been in Key West for 25 years and said he has “played every establishment on the island,” though he said the Pier House position would be his “most rewarding job.”

Dreamsmith performs ‘Dream Again’ Saturday, Feb. 25, 8 p.m.

The Studios of Key West, 533 Eaton St.

Adrienne graduated from the prestigious Berklee College of Music, with a degree in musical engineering as well as songwriting.

She performs mostly solo – but also with the Adrienne Z Band and Jade Storm. She has produced six full-length CDs of her original music and can be heard throughout the Keys.

The evening also will see the official release of “The Seidenberg Sessions,” a collection of Smith’s instrumental jazz compositions by the Larry Smith Quartet. The music of both CDs will be performed by Adrienne, Smith, Geoffrey Lowe, Skipper Kripitz, Christine Cordone, and a few surprise guests.

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he Coffee Plantation on Caroline Street hosted an authentic Cuban fundraiser last Saturday by serving up real Cuban-grown coffee, photographs of Cuba and Cuban cigars to raise money for Baracoa, Cuba.

Owners Theo and Diane Glorie had fresh Cuban coffee beans for customers to try while famed Key West Photographer Rob O’Neal donated 100 percent of sales of his Cuban art for Baracoa, which was devastated by Hurricane Matthew in the fall of 2016.

—Weekly Staff report HAYS BLINCKMANN/Keys Weekly 1. It wouldn’t be a benefit for Cuba without a cigar or two.

2. The Coffee Plantation had a packed house for real Cuban coffee.

3. Owner of The Coffee Plantation, Diane Glorie, donated the Cuban coffee to help Rob O’Neal, photographer, raise money selling photographs to benefit the village of Baracoa, Cuba.

4. It’s a family affair as owner Diane Glorie’s sister Laurita Pittaro helps serve delicious coffee.

5. Ralph De Palma, author and photographer, sat on the porch of the Coffee Plantation thoroughly enjoying his Cuban Coffee.

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Massachusetts’ natives, or an Affleck or two, all know how to order at D.J.’s Clam Shack on Duval Street. Along with the distinct accent, Doug Bell, owner, is serving up the best of the best of northern seafood. Crave the traditional rich Maine Lobster Roll, or how about creamy clam chowder? Looking for cole slaw that is the right combination of vinegar and mayonnaise, or crisp crunchy onion rings? Bell knows how to cook his native favorites right.

Originally from Ipswich, Massachusetts, Bell, along with partner Jeff Gagnon from Blue Point, New York saw a hole in the culinary spectrum of Key West. Where was the Ipswich Fried Clams or Maine Lobster in a fresh Chicago roll? But not just northern specialities – Bell and Gagnon developed a menu complete with our local staples such as conch fritters, Key West pinks, and fish tacos — well, all tacos — pork, beef, chicken as well.

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“We only use claw and knuckle, no tail,” said Bell about his overstuffed Maine Lobster roll – an important fact to any lobster roll aficionado. “It’s all fresh and we can sell close to 100 pounds of lobster a day.” That’s a lotta lobsta. The roll is wicked good, drizzled perfectly with tarragon mayonnaise.

The conch fritters truly reflect the five years Bell took to develop the recipe. “There’s no toe meat (the hard chewy bits),” proudly said Bell, who makes every batch fresh with 10 pounds of good conch meat and fries them to order.

D.J.’s clam chowder should be packaged and sold on every street corner. Bell has found the perfect ratio of cream to broth, with bitesized hunks of potato, fresh clams and herbs.

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—laughed Doug Bell, of D.J.’s Clam Shack about having ‘Diner’s, Drive In’s and Dives’ in Key West.

Top: Crunchy onion rings, fried Key West Pinks and Conch fritters are served with three special sauces.

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Bottom Right: The over stuffed Maine Lobster roll on a fresh Chicago roll is a speciality.

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Have scholarship, will travel

Students accepted to Experiment in International Living

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ifteen high school students from the Keys are going on an adventure. The merit-based scholarship winners are taking part in the Experiment in International Living (EIL), an international cross-cultural program, this summer.

“These students will be traveling to 11 different countries and 12 different programs, and received $20,000 in merit-based scholarships, in addition to $11,000 in needbased financial aid from The Experiment,” said Aaron Morehouse, executive director.

The students were selected based on an essay contest.

“The Experiment actively recruits students from Monroe County,” said Heather Beard, the program’s director of admissions and financial aid. In 2016, EIL gave presentations at the three public high schools and Key West Collegiate Academy. Students who had experienced a trip were invited on stage to address their peers.

In addition to the 15 essay winners, EIL has three other Keys students participating this summer in three other countries through three additional Experiment programs.

“One student, Divya Navani, a freshman at Key West High School, received a prestigious full scholarship. She will participate in the ‘Argentina: Community Service and the Great Outdoors’ program,’” Morehouse said.

There are also 36 more applications from Take Stock in Children student scholars and EIL administrators said about 40 participants from the Keys will travel this summer.

“Monroe County has the highest number of students participating than any other county in the U.S., outside of the New York City metro area,” Morehouse said.

The students will depart in June in small groups with other students from across the U.S. on four- and five-week summer programs for high school students in Europe; the Americas; Africa, south of the Sahara; North Africa and the Middle East; and Asia and the Pacific. Students are challenged to explore the host country through hands-on experiences in local communities through the lens of a specific theme, including: sustainability and the environment; arts and social change; language and cultural discovery; leadership training; or peace, politics, and human rights.

The Experiment in International Living, a program of World Learning, has been offering immersive experiential learning programs abroad since 1932. More information is at www.experiment.org.

THE ESSAY CONTEST WINNERS: Coral Shores High School: • Senior Jamie Ang: Spain: Language and Cultural Traditions • Senior Kaitlin Darrow: Ecuador: The Galápagos Islands and the Andes • Junior Julianne Jankowski: Germany: Contemporary Politics & the European Union • Junior Halley Lane: Netherlands: Dutch Culture and LGBTQ Rights • Junior Rachelle Magdaong: Korea: Peace Building and Korean Culture • Freshman Alyssa Slocumb: Japan: Japanimation — Anime and Manga • Sophomore Alejandro Tovar-Morales: Japan: Language and Cultural Traditions • Sophomore Lucy Trunk: Costa Rica: Biodiversity, Ecology, and Sustainability Key West Collegiate Academy: • Junior Jasmine Fernandez: Tanzania: Coastal and Maasai Cultures

KWHS TRAVELERS

Key West High School: • Senior Emily Conn: Thailand: Buddhist Traditions and Contemporary Culture • Junior Mary Gragg: China: Ethnic Minorities and Contemporary Culture • Junior Morgan Krajanowski: Japan: Japanimation — Anime and Manga

MORGAN KRAJANOWSKI KWHS Junior Morgan Krajanowski is into anime, the Japanese art of hand drawn and computer animation.

“I am really into Japanese culture, and Japan was my top choice. I am really excited to try the food, too.”

Headed halfway around the world does not scare her a bit, and although her mom is nervous, she is ready for the trip of a lifetime.

Marathon High School: • Junior John Sheagren: Ecuador: The Galápagos Islands and the Andes • Sophomore Abigail Franck: Germany: Contemporary Politics and the European Union • Sophomore Amber Romance: France: French Culture and Regional Identity.

There are still some EIL vacancies in a limited number of programs for Monroe County students. For more details, contact Heather Beard at 802-258-3412 or at heather.beard@ experiment.org.

EMILY CONN KWHS Senior Emily Conn has an attachment to Thailand — her grandfather is a Vietnam veteran and spent a lot of time there. “Thailand was my top choice.

I will be living with Thai families and visiting an elephant preserve.” Waiting to hear from colleges, Conn has a lot to look forward to in the coming months.

MARY GRAGG KWHS Junior Mary Gragg was born in China, and so naturally China was her top choice for travel. “We are going to live in one city and one rural village, but we don’t know which ones yet. I don’t care though, it’s going to be really cool either way.” Gragg doesn’t have any remaining family in China, but still wants to know her heritage. She draws the line, however, at eating any bugs.

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KEY WEST WEEKLY / FEBRUARY 24, 2017

Bounce and Karen Grant-Margil

A PAIR OF UKES In long careers, couple now focused on ukulele SUSANNE EAST-BROOKE www.keysweekly.com

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ounce and Karen Grant-Margil are a multi-talented husband-wife duo who have been entertaining crowds in Key West since the 1970s.

Karen has been a juggler since age 8 and performed with the Florida State University Flying High Circus. Bounce was the first juggler to perform at Mallory Square, starting in 1975. Karen was in Key West in 1977, but she didn't get to meet Bounce during that time because he was in California performing on the Gong Show (where he got a perfect score for an acrobatic act). Their paths finally crossed in 1977 at an international juggling convention in Newark, Delaware.

In 1980, Karen hitchhiked through Europe, performing a one-woman juggling-music-comedy act. When she returned to Atlanta in 1981, Bounce found her again and asked her to join his show, called Locomotion Circus.

They went on to perform around the U.S. and internationally and eventually their son Daniel joined them too.

They performed at theaters, schools and state fairs, but Key West has always been their winter home base.

While performing at Mallory Square in Key West, they met Gary Zimmerman, who played bass ukulele in his Solares Hill String Band.

Gary became their musical mentor and Karen and Bounce would sit in with the band, enhancing the ensemble with an array of interesting instruments. Karen played button accordion and washboard and Bounce played penny whistle and saw.

In 2015, Bounce and Karen wound down their work with Locomotion Circus and began focusing on music and the renaissance of the ukulele. Karen always loved the ukulele because it was a perfectly portable instrument with great sound and it was great for sing-alongs. She paid $10 for a beat-up ukulele at a flea market in Chicago back in the 1980s, had it refurbished and taught herself to play. And of all things, Bounce took up the ukulele after having shoulder surgery in 2012.

These days, Bounce and Karen spend their summers in Long Island, New York teaching circus arts at Kenwal Day Camp. The rest of the year they live in Key West and spend some of their time facilitating ukulele workshops. You can attend one of their free ukulele workshops at The Grateful Guitar on Mondays at 7:30 p.m. and at DeLuna's Bar & Grill on Shrimp Road on Thursdays at 7 p.m.

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KEY WEST WEEKLY / FEBRUARY 24, 2017

Libations

Live Music LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB Denis Hyland Jazz Quartet – Friday, Feb. 24 at 8:30 p.m.

Robert Albury – Saturday, Feb. 25 at 8:30 p.m.

Barry Cuda and the Sharks – Sunday, Feb. 26 at 9 p.m.

Open jam w/ Larry B. & Bill Blue - Monday, Feb. 27 at 8:30 p.m.

Ericson Holt – Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 8:30 p.m.

Libby York – Wednesday, March 1 at 5:30 p.m.

Terri White – Wednesday, March 1 at 8:30 p.m.

Bobby Nesbit – Thursday, March 2 at 5:30 p.m.

Hal Howland Trio – Thursday, March 2 at 8:30 p.m.

Bartender Devon Marlow is glad to be back in town – she serves up great drinks at Conch Town, Don’s Place and Charlie Mac’s.

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CONCH TOWN LIQUOR AND LOUNGE

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artender Devon Marlow just returned after a seven month hiatus in Virginia Beach. “I am so glad to be back,” she said. “I love island life.”

A graduate of Key West High School in 2009, and a current student at Florida Keys Community College, she spends a good amount of her time behind several bars in Key West. While serving up drinks at Conch Town’s full bar, she said it’s mostly a beer and shots kind of place while people shoot pool and play darts.

Her favorite shot to make – a green tea shot. The shot is made with Jameson, peach schnapps, and sour mix. “It’s pretty good,” she said.

Conch Town’s happy hour runs from 2 to 8 p.m. and the bar recently added a late service industry night (SIN) on Mondays from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

When she isn’t studying, or working, she likes to spend her weekends out on the boat, spending time with her dad, or at the sandbar.

Conch Town is located at 3340 N. Roosevelt Blvd. in Key West.

BOTTLE CAP LOUNGE Tips Fundraisers - Fridays from 5 to 8 p.m.

Latin Dance Party - Saturdays at 11 p.m.

Line dancing w/ Marvin - Tuesdays at 8 p.m.

DJ Dino House Music - Tuesdays at 11 p.m.

PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR Alfonse - Fridays and Saturdays at noon Joel - Fridays at 4 p.m.

Din Allen - Saturdays at 4 p.m.

Amandah Jantzen - Sundays at noon Rob DiStasi - Mondays at noon, Tuesdays at 4 p.m., and Wednesdays at noon Rusty Lemmon - Tuesdays at noon Tom Taylor - Wednesdays at 4 p.m.

Brian Roberts - Thursdays at noon Din Allen - Thursdays at 4 p.m.

TWO FRIENDS PATIO RESTAURANT Local artists performing live daily: twofriendskeywest.com.

Karaoke – Fridays and Saturdays at 8:30 p.m.

SUNSET PIER at OCEAN KEY RESORT Marjory Lee – Friday, Feb. 24 at 1 p.m.

The Happy Dog – Friday, Feb. 24 at 5:30 p.m.

An Evening with Rolf – Friday, Feb. 24 at 8 p.m.

Mark Lum - Saturday, Feb. 25 at 1 p.m.

Nina Newton Band – Sunday, Feb. 26 at 1 p.m.

Robert Albury – Sunday, Feb. 26 and Monday, Feb. 27 at 5:30 p.m.

The Frito Lays – Monday, Feb. 27 at 1 p.m.

Tony Baltimore – Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 1 p.m.

Raven Cooper – Wednesday, March 1 at 1 p.m.

Robert Albury Full Band – Wednesday, March 1 at 5:30 p.m.

Claire Finley – Thursday, March 2 at 1 p.m.

E’Claires – Thursday, March 2 at 5:30 p.m.

BISTRO SOLE Mateo Jampol – Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 6:30 p.m.

SCHOONER WHARF Live Music Daily Michael McCloud – Wednesdays through Sundays at noon WILLY T’S Gerd Rube – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Fridays at 6 p.m.

KIKI’S SANDBAR – LITTLE TORCH The Shanty Hounds – Friday and Saturday at 6 p.m.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

KEY WEST WEEKLY / FEBRUARY 24, 2017 Gerri Louise Gates

2017 Season

Boomer humor

Gates prescribes laughter in new show

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aybe humor does trump trouble.

Gerri Louise Gates is going to give it a try, anyway, for two nights at the Red Barn Theatre, when she performs her new one-woman show, “Still the Old Class Clown – Just a Lot Older,” on Sunday and Monday, Feb. 26-27.

Gates has been under the lights for a long time. As an actress, she’s been seen on all of the city’s stages. But a series of health issues slowed her down recently, and then there was November.

“We need to laugh more these days,” Gates said. “We’re in a lot “Still the Old Class of trouble. We’re all throwing up Clown – Just a Lot Older” and worrying about whether the Sunday and Monday, Feb. government’s going to wipe out 26-27, 8 p.m. our Social Security and Medicare, Red Barn Theatre, 319 and God knows what else, and Duval St., Key West we’re all getting older. We really Tickets at redbarntheatre. need to laugh in this dangerous, com/tickets or uncertain time.”

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“Still the Old Class Clown…” looks at the baby boomer generation and what they’re dealing with.

Gates was awarded an Anne McKee grant to create the show, and has spent the last several months pulling the material together.

“I just started with myself,” she said. “I mean, here I am and I’m still 30 in my mind. Every baby boomer still has that 30-year-old mentality.

We still think we can go out and disco and drink all night at Aqua. But we have a potty in our bedroom, and we’ve gotten a new hip, and we need two new knees! What the hell happened?”

Gates will not only mine that subject, but will delve into many others as well, including marriage, politics, and new business ideas she’s had for the Boomers and Millennials (some of which – while laugh-out-loud funny – might actually work).

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“Every baby boomer still has that 30-year-old mentality. We still think we can go out and disco and drink all night at Aqua. But we have a potty in our bedroom, and we’ve gotten a new hip, and we need two new knees! What the hell happened?”

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KEY WEST WEEKLY / FEBRUARY 24, 2017 The Key West Weekly is proud to partner with Key West High School faculty and students in choosing “The Student of the Week.” Recipients are chosen on a myriad of qualifications ranging from academic standing, athletics, outstanding achievements, community involvement, individuality and moral fortitude. We thank our future leaders and KWHS for allowing us to share in a weekly dose of “Conch Pride” and congratulate all of the outstanding students of the week.

What organizations and activities are you involved with at Key West High School and why are they important to you?

I am an active member of NHS and Academic Challenge, which relates to my educational interests. I also run cross country and am on the track team, because I enjoy running.

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Who has been your biggest inspiration at Key West High School and why?

Ms. Blythe because she is vastly knowledgeable of all subjects and inspires me to be the best student I can be.

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What is your favorite social medium and why?

Snapchat because I have had it the longest and I feel that it is the best app to be in touch with my friends.

What are the biggest challenges facing the Keys? What would you do to meet these challenges?

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Finish this sentence: Living in the Keys has taught me … the importance of the role that the close community plays in our daily lives. Everyone is out there to help, support, and encourage each other.

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AUTO(REDUCTION)MOTIVE

Car-free Key West plan’s first view

media push will stretch far and wide, 11x17 Tear-Away Map from ferry terminals, to airports, to hotels and bike shops, in hopes tourists will keep their cars parked or opt out of one altogether.

“The campaign has garnered immense support from all the Business Associations such as Lodging, Guild, Chamber and Attractions,” said Chris Hamilton, the city’s bicycle and pedestrian coordinator. “We have huge support from FDOT, who is providing $400,000 in technical assistance for marketing and branding.” The bus service will be run by the city with funds from the raised parking rates.

Hamilton also noted the program is in the beginning stages, and the planning department will be open to making Officials in the planning departrevisions to the maps and routes over ment acknowledged Kaufman’s time. concerns and said they are working The proposal was not met with to educate people and promote a carunanimous approval. Commissioner free culture in Old Town. Furthermore, Sam Kaufman voiced concerns about Cohen added that beginning in March, traffic infrastructure as whole. “I am “We will begin to design a bike master worried this is a piecemeal approach plan and are working on a bike-share because we aren’t addressing ride program.” Regardless, the car-free sharing (Uber) or safer streets for our proposal further magnifies an increaskids,” said Kaufman. “I am afraid the ing demand for ride-sharing services loop may not be successful because in Key West as both items take center we don’t have everything in place and stage this spring. we’re years away from it.”

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James Udvardy of South Florida Commuter Services and Omi Diaz of Diaz Cooper Advertising outlined in detail how residents and tourists will be provided with a new way to get around Old Town. South Florida Commuter Services, originally started

by FDOT, specializes in helping communities reduce traffic congestion.

The first change will be an inner city bus route coined the “Duval Loop.” Five new brightly colored blue and pink buses will soon be unveiled — paid for by FDOT. The buses will run during off season Thursday to Sunday every 15 minutes from 8 a.m. to midnight on a continual one way loop down Whitehead, up Duval, up Fleming, crossing over Grinnell and down Caroline Street back to Whitehead. During peak season, the buses will run seven days a week. The only setback to getting the bus loop started is hiring drivers.

“We are looking for qualified part-time and full-time drivers in order to get this going,” Cohen said at the meeting.

Diaz is working “to encourage locals and visitors to use alternative transportation.” There will be a major advertising push in local media promoting the campaign. First and foremost, tear-away maps will be distributed for the bus loop as well as maps with safe bicycle routes around all of Key West, including safety tips.

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the boundaries of love

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M

ike Mulligan is the oldest working actor in Key West and, at 70, doesn’t just choose any role. When he read the script for “Blackbird,” by David Harrower, the veteran actor knew the play was special. The play presents a variety of challenges and ultimate theater for actor and audience alike. The setting is a conversation between two star-crossed lovers trying to find understanding and compassion amid a host of societal taboos. It is an emotional showcase delving into most precarious subject matter, the love between an older man and a younger woman.

Mulligan and actress Jessica Miano Kruel bring to life the most difficult of love stories. What would happen if audiences revisited a Lolita-type romance 15 years later?

The main character Ray (Mulligan) has served a prison term and is living under a pseudonym, Peter, but

his child lover Una (Kruel) finds him once again and forces a confrontation of their past. The result is a painful revisiting of their tragic bonds of love, passion, anger, guilt and shame brought forth with uncompromising truth.

The two actors face off in a fastpaced, well-written dialogue discussing the three-month romance between a 40-year-old man and a 12-year-old girl, but as they are now, at 55 and 27. It is a deep philosophical look at the boundaries of love by both culprits and victims. “‘Blackbird’ is an agent of change – it makes people see things in another way, discuss things that may be uncomfortable, but it is what is uncomfortable that creates change,” said Mulligan, who is co-producer with director Dennis Zacek, artistic director emeritus of Chicago’s Victory Gardens Theater and a veteran of Fringe Theater Key West.

“Loosely based on a true story, ‘Blackbird’ offers roles that challenge and inspire an actor,” Zacek said. “Harrower highlights the frailty and desire of two damaged human beings while revealing their souls.”

“Blackbird” received three 2016 Tony nominations, including lead actor and actress in New York. The film version debuted in at the Telluride Film Festival in 2016 starring Rooney Mara as Una and Ben Mendelsohn (“Bloodline’s” Danny Rayburn) as Ray.

Having worked in the theater business in Key West since 1973, Mulligan applauds the quality work such a small community has to offer.

“The biggest change in the Key West theater over the years is it has become so much more polished,” said Mulligan, “Audiences expect a lot and all the theaters are really stepping up to the plate. Eventually, Key West can become a destination for theater.”

‘BLACKBIRD’ The Studios Of Key West, 533 Eaton Street Friday-Sunday, March 3-5 Tickets at tskw.org

“The challenge of the play is to present the ‘other side’ because the play is not one dimensional.”

—Mike Mulligan, of ‘Blackbird’

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ifty years of marriage deserves a medal, but a musical will do; that is the premise of the new hit play at The Red Barn Theatre, “I Do, I Do.” The play is a tour de force celebrating the triumphs, tribulations and the sheer comedy of being married for half a century. Actors David Black and Maribeth Graham play Michael and Agnes Snow, bringing them to life through song, witty dialogue and banter that is all too familiar to married couples.

The play begins as innocently as marriage. It is Michael and Agnes’ wedding day and both characters are full of joy and innocence when it comes to love. Slowly the scenes evolve as any marriage does with the interference of children, careers, money and ego. As time passes, both husband and wife question their bond, yearn for their youth and ultimately find safe haven back in each other’s arms.

Written by Tom Jones (not that Tom Jones) and Harvey Schmitt, the musical originally opened in 1966, and has remained intact with the vintage feel of a Doris Day movie.

It is set between the years of 1898 and 1945, and returns to a more innocent time in marriage without modern-day distractions.

Black and Graham astound with a total of 19 songs, along with many period costume changes, and adeptly re-create the arduous journey between any husband and wife.

Set solely in their bedroom, it’s an intimate view for the audience that enraptures with the good, the bad and the funny.

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WHAT’S COMING

LINCOLN PERRY’S NEW WORKS Through February Salt Gallery

WRECKER’S CUP RACE Feb. 26 at 1 p.m.

Schooner Wharf Bar

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Time is running out for viewers to see more than a dozen new works at SALT Gallery, 830 Fleming St., by nationallyacclaimed artist Lincoln Perry. The exhibit highlights Perry’s edgy narrative figure paintings with saturated palettes and multifaceted architectural compositions and will be on display throughout February. For more information, call 305-896-2980 or visit SALTGalleryKeyWest.com

A sailing race that is all in fun and recreates the tradition of the wreckers in 1800s Key West will have its next installment on Sunday. In anything from a 16-foot Hobie Cat to a John Alden Schooner once owned by Gen. George Patton, the second installment of the 2017 race series will feature launches to Sand Key at 1, 1:05 and 1:10 p.m.

Captains’ meeting Saturday, Feb. 25.

Information at schoonerwharf.com or 305-292-3302.

Master double-bassist and composer Xavier Foley will visit Key West for an Impromptu Concert on Sunday at the church, 401 Duval St. He'll be accompanied by pianist Kelly Yu-Chieh Lin. Foley is Impromptu’s 2017 Rising Star recipient. This is his first performance in Key West. Foley has appeared with the Nashville Symphony, Brevard Concert Orchestra, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and at Carnegie Hall. Tickets $20. Information at 305-296-1520, or www.keywestimpromptu.org.

Musician Rock Solomon will perform songs from Academy Award-winning films on Monday at the Truman Little White House, 111 Front St. Solomon, whose influences include Sammy Davis Jr., Billie Holiday, Ray Charles, Quincy Jones and Nelson Riddle, was introduced to big band music at age 10, when he began helping his father, a Jazz Hall-of-Fame inductee, set up 22-piece big band performances at various venues throughout Washington State. Tickets at keystix.com.

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Described as a “’Sesame Street’ for grownups, “Avenue Q” won the 2004 Tony Awards’ “Triple Crown”: Best Book, Best Score and Best Musical.

Cast members interact with each other and with puppets in the story of Princeton, a recent college graduate who moves into a shabby apartment on Avenue Q. Not for children: adult language, themes and full frontal puppet nudity and sex. Previews Feb. 28 and March 1. Tickets at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or at 305-294-5015.

Norbert Leo Butz, “Bloodline’s” bad boy Kevin Rayburn, will be at the Habitat for Humanity Cocktail Party next Friday in the Upper Keys. Butz won Tony and Drama Desk awards on Broadway for Best Actor in a Musical for “Catch Me If You Can” and “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.” Cocktail party theme of Diamonds and Denim means a casual flair, so wear your favorite denim and best bling. Information at habitatupperkeys.org.

17th OPEN AIR ART & MUSIC AFFAIR March 4 Harborwalk between Elizabeth and William streets A showcase for dozens of artists and crafters from the Keys and beyond will return to the Key West Historic Seaport next Saturday. Headquartered at the Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St., the event provides a showcase for some 50 artists and crafters from the Keys and elsewhere – as well as local and visiting musicians and bands. Art exhibitions begin at 10 a.m. Live music from the Schooner Wharf's stage from midmorning to midnight.

PULITZER WINNER EUGENE ROBINSON March 6 at 6 p.m.

Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. Eugene Robinson, who won a 2009 Pulitzer Prize for his Washington Post columns on the 2008 presidential campaign, is the next speaker in the Friends of the Key West Library series.

At the Washington Post since 1980, he has been a correspondent in Buenos Aires and London, was city editor and foreign editor, and columnist on the Op-Ed page. He and his wife, the artist Avis Collins Robinson, are frequent visitors to Key West. Information at friendsofthekeywestlibrary.org.

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The food trucks of the Keys parked on the lawn of East Martello for a day of delicious gourmet food and local music. Kids bounced, dogs mingled and locals ate like foodie kings.

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HAYS BLINCKMANN/Keys Weekly 1. Captain Bobby Baker, commanding officer of Boca Chica NAS, was enjoying the day with his wife, Shantelle Baker.

2. Girl Scouts Ella Quid, left, Cynthia Whitehead, Caitlyn Olsen, and Breanna Prindle were on hand selling the best cookies on Earth.

3. Musician Miguel Perez was ready to take the stage with fellow musician Matthew Sweet for the afternoon.

4. Pam Deery and Steve Folks represent sponsors Shipyard Brewing Company selling the best, Green Parrot Beer.

5. Kyle Moon of the band Fish Out Of Water organizes the festival’s bands and entertainment , with Clint Steckly, who organizes the trucks and food.

6. People line up for snow cones on a hot Key West winter’s day.

7. Clint Steckly, left, works with his Trianos Taco food truck gang — Barbara Bentley, Sandra Ochoa, Juliana Clawson and Abby Clawson.

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DOUBLE TALK One-night-only show features same words, different voices

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The Studios of Key West and TheatreXP are teaming up to bring “Twice Told Tales” to the Studios’ Helmerich Theatre for one night, on Saturday, March 11, at 8 p.m.

“If the same words can mean more than one thing, what does that say?” said Bob Bowersox, the founder of TheatreXP, who has produced dozens of plays and events in Key West. “‘Twice Told Tales’ is an exciting and fun twist to that theatrical staple: the monologue. Five monologues are each paired with a director and two completely different actors, and then delivered twice in completely different ways with completely different results. It’s quite a bit of fun and very enlightening as to how much an actor and a director bring to a piece of theater.”

Participants are needed: five writers with playwriting experience, five directors for the stage, and ten actors. Actors and directors can also fill each other’s roles. Interested parties must attend the organizational meeting Wednesday, March 1 at 5:30 p.m. at the Studios, 533 Eaton Street. Rehearsals will begin that week.

Interested writers should come to the organizational meeting with a completed monologue written to the following specs: between 1 and 2 pages, double-spaced, typed; written in a genderless voice; can be comedic or dramatic; any subject matter.

Interested actors, directors, and writers may call Bowersox at 302540-6102 for more information, if needed.

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BRIEFLY Golf tournament features shootout

Golfers can win money and a variety of prizes at the 24th Annual Key West Sunrise Rotary Golf Classic on Feb. 26 at the Key West Golf Club. Player registration and sponsorship opportunities are available for the tournament benefiting local charities and college scholarships. Prizes are awarded for first, second and third place in each flight as well as closest to the pin, longest drive, straightest drive and longest putt. Sinking a hole-in-one on any par 3 wins $5,000. Four players will earn the opportunity to win a million dollars in a hole-in-one shootout from 165 feet on the 18th green.

The $125 entry fee includes lunch, food and beverages on the course, and a goody bag. To register, call 305-294-5232. To contribute sponsorships and door prizes, call George Wallace at 407-416-8256.

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Strong computer knowledge and competency required.

Full Time Position.

Please email resume to keyshumanresources61 @gmail.com

Full & Part Time Positions.

Apply in Person.

Grassy Key Outpost 58152 Overseas Hwy.

The Human Services Advisory Board will meet Monday, March 6, 2017 at 1:00 PM at the Marathon Government Center, BOCC Meeting Room on the 2nd Floor, 2798 Overseas Highway. The Board will discuss County Fiscal Year 2018 funding and will elect officers. The public is advised that some or all of the members of the Monroe County Commission may attend the meeting and discuss items that may come before the Commission. For a copy of the agenda or other information, contact Laura deLoach-Hartle, Grants Administrator; 1100 Simonton Street, Room 2-213; Key West, FL 33040; 305-292-4482; deloachhartle-laura@monroecounty-fl.gov.

ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator's Office, by phoning (305) 292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., no later than five (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call “711”.

Rewarding stable jobs with excellent benefits!!!

Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop

is now hiring for Afternoon & Evening Shifts.

Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Plantation Key Nursing Center

located in Tavernier, is seeking

C.N.A.

We Buy Gold Locally!

Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn Townsquare Mall Marathon

The Hammocks at Marathon

The Guidance/Care Center, Inc, a division of

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES

“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc.

$250 Sign-On Bonus!

IN MARATHON

• Behavioral Health Therapist • Program Coordinator (Wellness) • Direct Care Worker/BHT • Registered Nurse • Behavioral Health Tech (PT/FT) • Peer Support Specialist (PT) • Consulting Pharmacist (PT, Contract) • Psychiatrist (PT, Contract)

• Lead Maintenance Technician • Activities Associate Camp Counselor Experience Outdoor activities a plus.

• Housekeeping Room Attendant • Guest Services Agent/relief Audit

GREAT BENEFITS:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 4 weeks’ vacation, 401k match & much more.

TO APPLY:

IN KEY WEST

• Care Coordinator • Lead Substance Abuse Therapist • Behavioral Health Therapist • Prevention Counselor • Research Assistant • Driver

IN KEY LARGO/TAVERNIER

Online: jobs.bluegreenvacations.com In Person at The Hammocks: 1688 Overseas Highway, Gulf Side, Mile Marker 48, Marathon Or Call Carlos 305-743-9009

• Program Coordinator • Care Coordinator • Prevention Specialist • Driver

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Visit www.guidancecarecenter.org or http://careers.westcare.com to apply.

EEOC/DFWP, Bilingual a plus; Drug & background screening required.

12 hr shifts days and nights available $500.00 sign on bonus for all new applicants We offer a competitive wage and benefits program.

To apply for position, Please submit your Resume to BOL@PLANTATIONKEYNC.COM

Air Conditioning Service Technician / Installer Appliance Service Technician Competitive wages & benefits 100% medical • Matching 401K Vacation • Paid Holidays

Drug Free

Apply at:

2735 Overseas Highway Marathon 305-289-1748

HELP WANTED Massage Therapist Cosmetologist • Dishwasher Cooks • Lead Cook • P/T Porter GREAT COMPANY BENEFITS Please apply in person at 28500 Overseas Highway, Little Torch Key

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 AUTOS FOR SALE

AUTOS FOR SALE

EMPLOYMENT

FISHING MISC.

LEGAL NOTICES

LEIGH ANN’S COFFEE HOUSE looking for fulltime help. Apply in person 301 Sadowski Causeway, Key Colony Beach NOW Seeking RN’s, SLP’s, PT’s, CNA’s, LPN’s, AND OTR’s F/T and P/T, 12 hours shifts. We offer a competitive wage and benefits program.

Also seeking PRN PTA & PRN SLP. To apply for position, please submit your Resume to: BOL@PLANTATION KEYNC.COM.

3 21 - 3 0 2 - 3 6 3 0 www.shipsusa.com

KEY WEST KIA

1963 Pontiac Grand Prix -almost entirely original parts and interior. Blue inside and out. Great condition. $9,500. For more details or more pictures, call 305-733-7901. Located in Marathon.

Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

A Wellings Automotive Company 2826 North Roosevelt Blvd.

Key West, FL (305) 295-8646 www.KeyWestKia.com

WELLINGS AUTOMOTIVE 9200 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL (305) 509-7499 www.KeyWestKia.com

Call us and SAVE, SAVE, SAVE 2008 Nissan Versa economy $6,990

Collector’s Edition, 1996 CORVETTE LT4, Convertible. 49 K Miles.

Sebring Silver, Black/ Black. Includes Shop, Body and Transmission Manuals.

Call for Photos. Located in Marathon. $14,500 614 - 4 0 0 - 6 3 51 SOLD IN LESS THAN 4 DAYS!

AUTOS WANTED ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

Cars - Vans - Trucks - RVs. Running or Not. CASH 305-332-0483E

2013 Chevy Sonic low miles $8,990

EMPLOYMENT

2015 Nissan Altima low miles $13,990

Florida Keys Diesel Repair, Inc. located at 531 107th Street, Marathon, is looking to hire a Parts Manager.

Please contact us at 305-289-2070.

2016 Chev Malibu Ltd $15,990 2014 Mustang Conv. premium $16,990 2016 Toyota Camry $16,990 2016 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab $22,990 2016 Ram 1500 Quad Cab Pickup $23,990 2015 Mercedes c300 4matic $30,990 All with low miles and ready for quick delivery!

Tax, tag and DOC fee not included in sale price.

KEY WEST KIA A Wellings Automotive Company 2826 North Roosevelt Blvd.

Key West, FL (305) 295-8646 www.KeyWestKia.com

WELLINGS AUTOMOTIVE 9200 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL (305) 509-7499 www.KeyWestKia.com

Call us and

SAVE SAVE SAVE

Housekeepers needed, P/T, 2 days per week and F/T 5 days per week. Must have 2 years min., experience and reside in the middle keys.

Apply in person at Gulfview Waterfront Resort MM58, or email to:reservations @ g u l f v i e w waterfrontresort.com Marathon Lutheran School Early Childhood Center now hiring. Part time teachers and aides needed to work with children ages 5 and under. Send resume to ma rathonl utheran@ gmail.com Looking for Experienced Landscapers. Please call to apply (305) 395-8294 Willie or (305) 481-6189 Luis.

NOW HIRING: Sweet Savannah’s is now hiring for AFTERNOON & EVENING shifts.

Please Apply In Person. 8919 Overseas Hwy in Marathon Island Time Diner Ice Cream & Deli is hiring for a nights and weekends ice cream and deli worker.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and supply references.

Please apply at 5187 OS Hwy, Marathon next to Office Depot.

LOOKING FOR Wait Staff, Food Runners & Hosts. Established busy restaurant must apply in Person.

Sparky’s Landing, Key Colony Beach

sales Advertising professional sought for temporary position for local tourism-centric creative printed publication.

Could turn into longer-term.

Compensation well above typical potential.

Key West and Lower Keys.

For more details contact sales@ wanderingdog creations. com or call 305-495-2820.

Seeking stable happy energetic personality for PT sales position in fun gift shop.

Must be year-round Marathon resident; retirees welcome.

Stop in to schedule appointment at 11528 Overseas Highway Marathon Looking for i n d e p e n d e n t w o r k e r . M u s t have vehicle Great pay and training included. Call 305304-7995 Servers & Bartenders Needed Full Time Please apply during business hours. Key Colony Inn, 700 W. Ocean Dr. Key Colony NOW HIRING Lunch & Dinner Shifts, Full Time Only with Experience. Apply in person, Grassy Key Outpost, MM 58 EXP. HELP ONLY needed for all positions. Apply in person Mon-Fri 1011am @ Sunset Grille & Raw Bar Knights Key Blvd. Marathon

FISHING MISC. ALL TYPES OF PERMITS! Rock Shrimp, King Fish, Atlantic Snapper, Grouper Gulf, 6 Pack Reef & Pelagic. Commercial Gulf Reef Fish, Gulf Snapper IFQ’s, Long Line pkg. Many other permits avail.

We buy, sell & broker all types of permits.

Call before you buy or sell! Please call for prices. Licensed & Bonded. All permits guaranteed valid for transfer. Many ref’s avail. John Potts Jr. 321-784-5982 or

FOR RENT COMMERCIAL

Commercial property for rent 8900 ft. of retail space in Old Town Marathon, 1757 Overseas Highway.

Royal Furniture, Call Ryan 305-481-1791.

FOR SALE RESIDENTIAL Duplex For Sale in Marathon.

2BD/1BA each side. Excellent condition, long term tenants. $399,000 Financing available.

Call 305-664-1286 Affordable Keys Waterfront w/dock.

Updated 1 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Mobile with New Florida Room. $28,900 + lot rent ($950).

Located in Marathon.

Call Chris 440-4873751

SOLD IN LESS THAN 3 WEEKS

Trailer for Sale in Galway Bay, 55+, 1BD/1BA, with twin beds. Away from the highway! Good parking, $9,500 Call (231) 668-1866 SOLD IN JUST 4 DAYS!

HOBBIES / COLLECTIBLES PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex, Dive watches and Pilot watches. Old model Military clocks & watches. Call 305-7434578

LEGAL NOTICES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 17-CP-04-M Middle Keys IN RE: ESTATE OF GEORGE HENRY WRIGHT, JR., Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of George Henry Wright, Jr., deceased, whose date of death was January 1, 2017, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida,

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: February 17, 2017.

Personal Representative: George H. Wright III 30 Maple Lane Elkton, Maryland 21921 Attorney for Personal Representative: RICHARD E. WARNER Attorney Florida Bar Number: 283134 RICHARD E. WARNER, P.A. 12221 Overseas Highway Marathon, FLORIDA 33050 Telephone: (305) 7436022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-mail: richard@ rewarnerlaw.com Publish: February 17 & February 24, 2017 The Weekly Newspapers

LEGAL NOTICES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2017-CP06-M Middle Keys IN RE: ESTATE OF STEVEN F. ZARMSKY, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Steven F. Zarmsky, deceased, whose date of death was December 25, 2015, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: February 24, 2017.

Personal Representative: Donald E. Hawkins 501 South Ridgewood Avenue Daytona Beach, FL

LEGAL NOTICES 32114 Attorney for Personal Representative: David A. Burt Florida Bar Number: 197955 Hawkins, Hawkins & Burt, LLP 501 South Ridgewood Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Telephone: (386) 2524499 E-mail: davidburt@ hawkinsandburt.com Secondary: bonnie@ hawkinsandburt.com Publish: February 24 & March 3, 2017 The Weekly Newspapers Notice of Public Sale Oceanside Storage, 600 107th Street, Ocean, Marathon, Florida 33050, will sell or otherwise dispose of the contents of the following units to satisfy delinquent storage liens.

The following units contain furniture, clothes and household goods: #1 Charlotte Phipps #2 Derek Alderman #3 George Anthanasopoulos #4 James Ronald Fender Bushwacker #5 Logan Howe Auction will occur at 12:00PM on Saturday, March 11th at Oceanside Storage, 600 107th Street, Ocean, Marathon, FL 33050. The terms of the sale will be cash only. Oceanside Storage reserves the right to refuse any bids.

Names and Last Known Addresses as Follows: Charlotte Phipps, Marathon, Florida 33050 Derek Alderman, Tavernier, Florida 33070 George Anthanasopoulos, Marathon, Florida 33050 James Ronald Fender Bushwacker, Marathon, Florida 33050 Logan Howe, Marathon, Florida 33050 Publish: February 17 & 24, 2017 The Weekly Newspapers

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Now Serving Brunch Sat & Sun from 10-3

Lunch Mon-Fri 11am-4pm Dinner Daily 6-11pm 305.414.8626 • 416 Appelrouth Lane ½ Block off of Duval between Southard/Fleming

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SUNSET SPECIAL

Buy 1 entree get 2nd free 2-4-1 select wines by the glass Daily 5-6pm

1029 Southard street • 305-294-0230 • Open 7 Days 5-10pm For Reservations go to Cafesole.com *Some exclusions may apply. Expires at our discretion.

SUNSET SPECIAL 5pm to 6pm • SUNSET SPECIAL 5pm to 6pm •

Bring them to your table BEFORE they get to the Keys!

SUNSET SPECIAL 5pm to 6pm • SUNSET SPECIAL 5pm to 6pm •

Some of Key West’s best dining secrets occur during the Winter, when our local restaurants offer up an array of tasty deals on everything from entrees, small plates, cocktails and apps. So take advantage while you can and eat, drink and play like a local. Come hungry and leave happy.

Serving Ipswich Whole Bellied Clams & Maine Lobster Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives.

(305) 294-0102 11:30 AM – 10 PM 629 Duval St, Key West, FL

2016 Key West People’s Choice Award Winner

Best Seafood | Best Fish Sandwich | Best Business / Best Family Owned Business

6810 Front Street, Stock Island

305-293-4041 www.hogfishbar.com

From our 30 Year Restaurant Family to Yours…

We are the Key West Local’s Dining Choice

SUNSET SPECIAL 5pm to 6pm • SUNSET SPECIAL 5pm to 6pm •

Bacon Happy Hour Daily 4-6pm

SUNSET SPECIAL 5pm to 6pm • SUNSET SPECIAL 5pm to 6pm •

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES •

305.743.0844

Public Meeting Announcement – Planning Council for the Criminal Justice Mental Health and Substance Abuse (CJMHSA) Reinvestment Grant.

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center - Program Director The Domestic Abuse Shelter (DAS), a crisis center for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, has an opening for a full-time Program Director. Candidates need to be willing to work a varied schedule that could include nights, weekends, and rotating holidays to ensure coverage of the 24-hour emergency shelter facilities. Responsibilities include the day to day supervision and management of DAS residential facilities and outreach programs.

The Program Director possesses at minimum, a Bachelor’s Degree and two years of experience providing direct services for survivors of domestic violence, or high school/equivalency and four years providing direct services for survivors of domestic violence. Two years of successful supervisory experience in a domestic violence and/or sexual assault agency is required. The candidate will have knowledge of the root causes of violence against women and oppressed groups, proven experience training staff, and excellent organizational skills. Those who identify as survivors of violence or abuse are encouraged to apply.

This position is based in Monroe County in the Florida Keys. To apply, please send required: Cover letter, resume, salary requirements and three references to DASjobs@fcadv.org.

Domestic Abuse Shelter is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse populations to apply. If accommodation is needed in order to participate in the application process, please email us at DASjobs@fcadv.org

Real Estate Sales top Producer, Sam Williams with Coldwell Banker Schmitt, is growing his business and seeking a talented Real Estate Assistant in Marathon to share in the success!

Prior Administrative Assistant or Executive Assistant experience in a fast-paced office is required and must be able to take charge of transaction coordination duties, including listings and buyer sales, handling the sale of each transaction, carrying files from the beginning of a sale to the closing - including managing paperwork from all parties involved, scheduling appointments and coordinating communication among parties and team members. Must be organized, self-starting administrative professional with excellent communication and customer service skills. Competitive compensation offered. 35k per year first 6 months then to 40k within 6 months based on performance with room to grow. Keyboarding/computer skills a must. Email resume to sam.williams@coldwellbanker.com

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Immediate opening for a HVAC Service Technician Upper & Middle Keys.

Great Pay • Paid Holidays • Sick Pay • Medical Insurance • Paid Vacation

Apply in person 171 Hood Ave • MM 91.5 • Tavernier p 305-852-2960 • f 305-852-0656

The CJMHSA Planning Council will meet on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at 9 AM in the Harvey Government Center, BOCC Meeting Room on the 2nd Floor, 1200 Truman Ave., Key West. This Council makes recommendations with regard to the above mentioned grant to maintain and strengthen connections and communications between Monroe County government, law enforcement, treatment providers, and supportive services providers to ensure a robust diversion and treatment service delivery system in Monroe County. For an agenda or other information, contact Laura deLoach-Hartle, Grants Administrator, 1100 Simonton St., Room 2-213, Key West, FL 33040; 305-292-4482; deloachhartle-laura@monroecounty-fl.gov.

ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator’s Office, by phoning (305) 292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., no later than five (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call “711”.

HIRING Administrative Assistant (Entry Level) Assistant Branch Operations Manager Assistant BSA Officer Branch Manager Business Analyst Consumer Loan Manager Lead Teller Loan Servicing Assistant Manager Marketing Coordinator Part-Time Teller Portfolio Analyst Teller VP/Regulatory Compliance/BSA Officer

THE MOORINGS

Apply Online @KeysBank.com

MM 81.5 Seeking self-motivated people for

General Housekeeping Fax Resumes to 1-305-664-4242 or pick up an application at 123 Beach Rd. Islamorada

We offer 401k, 401a, profit sharing, educational reimbursement, health/dental plans, short/long term disability, and life insurance, as well as paid time off and holidays for full-time employees.

Equal Housing Lender

MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

for the following positions:

Truck Helpers CDL Drivers Diesel Mechanics Applicants must apply in person to be considered.

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

OFFICE SPACES FOR RENT Office spaces FOR RENT starting at $250/mo.

Parking spaces also available.

Located on US 1, Cudjoe Key. 305-304-0776

We Buy Gold Locally!

Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn Townsquare Mall Marathon

EOE-M/F/V/D

Member FDIC

Management positions @ Fairvilla's Sexy Things (524 Front Street, Key West Florida 33040) Applicants must be open minded & personable with the ability to lead others.

Should enjoy interacting with customers, and be a responsible self-starter with computer skills & the ability to focus on details.

Reply to this job posting by sending all of the following to Cherie@fairvilla.com: Letter of interest on the available position • Current resume & your availability & include your favorite joke PLEASE NOTE: Emails that only include a resume without a letter of interest will NOT be considered. • Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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let’s do business - (305) 453-6928 Cooper’s Paint & Body Since 305-294-5581 1952 6391 3rd Street Key West, FL 33040

A FULL SERVICE MARINA

mlcooper@cooperspaintbody.com Our Business is Environmentally Friendly!

Our Marine Store has what you need to keep your boat running in the Florida Keys.

MERCURY EVINRUDE SUZUKI

MM 29.7 Big Pine Key 305-872-2243

Sales – Parts – Service

www.sea-center.com

NEW & REPAIR

305-664-0099 www.TikiHuts.com

STATE CERTIFIED THATCHING CONTRACTOR CYC 000002

Operating Since 2004

KEY WEST,

inc.

PROP DOC

New & Used / Sales & Service Propellers, Shafts, Struts, Rudders

Only Laser Scanner in the Keys No Need to Send Your Prop to the Mainland & Waste Valuable Fishing Time Outboard Shafts 305-292-0012 Inboard and Outboard Straightened on Boat 6003 Peninsular Ave. Stock Island-FL Free Propeller Analysis

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Sewer Connections 305

872-1876

• New Construction • Remodeling • Irrigation

Selling or Buying

We Guarantee our Services Call Sean Farrer 305-924-0700 www.Key-West-Real-Estate.net Coldwell Banker Schmitt Real Estate Co. 1201 White St. Key West, FL

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office: cell: e-mail:

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The best way to familiarize yourself with your new hometown is by surfing our new site www.keysweekly.com.

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Old Island Restoration Foundation Key West Oldest House presenting the 55th Annual

Conch Shell Blowing Contest Saturday March 4

12 noon in the garden • 322 Duval St.

Celebrating the historic importance of the conch in the Keys.

FREE & open to children and adults of all ages