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MARATHON WEEKLY / MARCH 03, 2017 SARA MATTHIS

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The Monroe County School Board held its first public hearing on changing start times for local high schools on Feb. 28 in Marathon. This is on the heels of sending out a survey to every parent of students enrolled in the school district.

Although the results of the survey have not been revealed and no decisions have been made, the district appears to be exploring later start times for high schools.

Even minor changes to the schedule, however, have the chance of throwing off a family’s schedule. So the Weekly asked …

Do you think school should start later?

“I have four children to wake up, feed, get dressed and three to get ready for the bus,” said Catherine Dunn, mother of elementary-age children. “It is a challenge to be punctual. I would be fine with starting later, but not earlier.”

Galina Nikiforova, mother of a middle schooler, prefers a later start. “Teenagers are biologically incapable of getting to sleep early; I think they naturally fall asleep at about 11 p.m. But I also understand that it might not be convenient for some families.”

Capt. Don Hiller, father of a seventh grader, would rather leave things alone. “When he was in grade school it was always a rush to do sports and homework. We wouldn’t finish until about 9 p.m.”

“I think it needs to stay the same,” said Leslie Ryder, mother of two at Marathon Middle High School. “They also need time to devote to after-school activities and jobs.”

“At some point of the year, the kids are waiting at the bus stop in the dark,” said Pete Chapman, father of young children. “Certainly, we shouldn’t start any earlier.”

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Council to replace code board with special magistrate SARA MATTHIS

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y a 3-2 vote on Tuesday, the Marathon City Council dictated exactly how the ceremonial mayor is chosen. The new ordinance replaces the informal vote that took place as soon as the newly elected council was seated.

Councilman Steve Cook initiated the change. He said he saw the process as “broken.”

“This is almost a kindergarten-simple procedure. We know who is going to be next,” Cook said, adding that it would remove any hint of Sunshine Law violation, where council members speak about the vote in private before the vote.

The new rule uses seniority to determine the next mayor. The person who has the most years on council, without having served as mayor, is first in line. The person with the secondmost seniority would be second in line, and so on. In the event that two council people have identical seniority (were elected at the same time), the person elected with more votes will have seniority.

John Bartus and Mark Senmartin, who both have previously served as mayor, voted against the ordinance.

“I think we are creating way too much procedure for what is technically a ceremonial position,” said Bartus.

“The [new ordinance] is like giving everyone a trophy at Little League,” said Senmartin.

Cook disagreed.

“The people have elected someone, generally, that can sit in the center seat,” he said, motioning to where Mayor Dan Zieg sits on the dais. “And if someone has sat there, they can help the next person through.”

Under the new rule, which takes effect immediately, the next mayor will

be Vice Mayor Michelle Coldiron.

There was a motion to approve, and a second. At that point, Senmartin said he had more to add, but Zieg stopped him.

“We have exhausted the discussion,” he said.

••• City Attorney David Migut presented his findings on creating a special magistrate position to replace the current code board. He said special magistrates are most often attorneys, and as such, would remove the necessity of having an extra lawyer.

“The city attorney can’t represent the council and the code board,” Migut said.

Monroe County, Key West and Islamorada all use special magistrates.

The cost runs from $150 to $200 per hour. On the mainland, the average cost is $136. Both Migut and City Manager Chuck Lindsey cautioned the council that a special magistrate is not cheaper than a code board.

The entire council complimented Code Directory Stacy Charlton on the department’s performance and focus on compliance, rather than penalty; 75 percent of code enforcement violations are resolved before the board must weigh in. Most of the comment concerned the pros (impartiality) and cons (lack of local understanding) of a code board versus a special magistrate.

“A magistrate keeps us honest. If the city’s case isn’t strong enough to make it past the magistrate, then we learn what we need to do to make it better,” Lindsey said. “And the magistrate will take recommendations from the city on how to proceed. We can also ask the magistrate to show leniency if there’s room for that. It makes enforcement easier and removes bias.”

Currently, the code board consists of local volunteers: James Leonard, Steven Britske, Ryan Frederick, David

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In other news: • The city has taken ownership of a trailer on a canal on 81st Street. The owners turned over the deed in lieu of accrued code violation fines. Options include selling the property and putting the funds in the affordable housing trust fund, trading it for non waterfront lots and possibly more building rights, or keep it and use it to “sweeten the pot” for developers who seek to build affordable housing. The council delayed action, awaiting further developments.

• Monroe County Sheriff Rick Ramsay gave the council a check for $172,000. The funds are savings — or unspent funds — from the amount the sheriff’s office receives to police Marathon • The council agreed to have a workshop to discuss planning and regulations for Marathon’s larger homes.

Parking and wastewater fees for big houses — more than four bedrooms and bathrooms — were mentioned.

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Week 4 The teams with the highest percentage of weight loss from Feb. 6-13 are listed below.

Going forward, the Weekly will list the teams that have lost the biggest percentage since the last weigh-in. That means that the leading teams may not be listed in the paper every week. The team with the highest percentage of weight loss will be revealed at the final awards party. The Weekly will also provide details about each weigh-in on its Facebook page, “Marathon Meltdown.” Join the group for updates about team successes, recipes, tips and other reminders.

Teams marked with an asterisk (*) had at least one member miss the previous weigh-in.

Although we still calculated the team’s percentage of weight loss, it was weight-loss achieved over two weeks.

I’ve started making these protein shakes with powder I bought at Food for Thought. I put in frozen blueberries and kale and use it as a meal replacement. And obviously, I’ve cut out beer. And pizza.

I ran into the Papa John’s guy in Publix and he asked me why I have stopped ordering!”

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THINK Visualize an internal pause button. The next time you want to reach for a big bowl of ice cream, picture yourself hitting a pause button in your brain. "If someone were to ask to borrow a lot of money, most people can stop and say, 'I'll think about it,'" says Coral Arvon, Ph.D., director of behavioral health and wellness at Pritikin Longevity in Miami. But when that chocolate cake or bottle of wine is in front of us at the end of day, the majority of us don't hesitate to indulge. "Think 'pause,' and consider your decision for 10 minutes before making an actual decision," Arvon said.

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RANKINGS 4. Flowers by J&J -1.318% Jose, Malinda, Jeanine, Danielle, Paul

*9. City of Marathon -0.616% Chuck, Steve, David, Sheila, Matt

5. Law Offices of Patrick Stevens -1.238% Patrick, Liz, Kate, Leslie, Rob

10. Brutus -0.593% Devin, Mike, Ted, Irene, Zoraida

6. Marathon Boat Yard & Marine Center -1.004% Marie-Anne, Blair, Rosa, Amanda, Anne 7. Lynn Goodwin -0.849% Jeff, Bunny, Lisa, Lynn, Dave 8. Herbies A -0.677% Grace, Heather, Shaina, Trayce, Gayzel

*11. Royal Furniture -0.521% Jeanette, Angela, Brett, Angela, Zulma *12. BPW -0.517% Kristen, Bonnie, Rachel, Charlotte, Trish 13. ReMax/All Keys -0.495% Jo Ann, Guy, Kody, Ben, Janet

15. Iberia Bank -0.378% Candice, Lisa, Bambi, Christina, Nicola 16. Gonzalez Landscaping -0.371% Jody, Deb, Jessica, Toni, Katherine 17. Marathon Community Theatre -0.169% Kacey, Cindy, Robin, Robert, John 18. Marathon Aviation -0.136% Tara, Jessie, Blair, Emily, Elizabeth

14. Eco Pools -0.446% Jose, Alejandro, Lorena, Eduardo, Paul

WHAT YOU One week until the Original Marathon Seafood Festival and there’s good news and bad news. Bad: there are 221 calories in ONE conch fritter. Good: there are 481 calories in ONE POUND of peel-and-eat shrimp. So, choose the shrimp and chow down.

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Cucumber and Hummus I have a new, favorite snack — cucumber and hummus. I buy the Sabra brand of “supremely spicy” hummus at Publix. It’s the work of seconds to peel the cuke and slice it up.

Four things I love: • This type of snack keeps well in the refrigerator at work — it doesn’t go bad right away.

• The spicy element, I’m told, kicks up my metabolism.

• Cucumbers do a world of good for the body. Whether you put them on your eyes to reduce swelling, or eat them, the chemical makeup is beneficial. Because it contains so much

water, it’s said to sweep the toxins out of the body.

• The snack adds up to 98 calories and contains 4g of fiber, 5g protein and 4g of fat. Plus, nobody can be hungry after eating half of a cucumber.

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Talk focuses on Duck Key bridges

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t’s no secret that the four little bridges on Duck Key are in need of repair. Built in 1955, they may qualify for the National Register of Historic Places. On Thursday, at 5:30 p.m., the residents of Duck Key were to meet with Monroe County officials to discuss repair and/or replacement.

“We want the bridges to be safe. We want them to be fixed.

But the historical value of those arches is also important,” said Fritz Anderson, a Duck Key resident, before the meeting.

No details about the public forum were available at presstime.

The county recently released an engineering report authored

by Kisinger Campo & Associates, to augment another report from 2014.

The report highlights the bridges’ design deficiencies, familiar to anybody who has ever driven across them. They are crumbling above and below the waterline. They are narrow.

They are steep, making it difficult to see what’s coming. There’s no shoulder and while the cement balustrades are very pretty, they are not crash-tested. Most importantly, there’s no room for pedestrians – although that doesn’t stop residents and visitors from crossing them on foot regularly.

The new report outlines multiple “alternatives,” ranging from a straight refurbishment to refurbishment plus adding a pedestrian bridge to complete replacement. The last option calls for the 25-foot-wide bridge to be widened to 33 or 42 feet, depending on whether there would be one sidewalk or two, and for the

ornamental balustrade to be replaced with a more industrial option.

The meeting on Thursday was to begin gathering public opinion.

Judith Clark, Monroe County’s director of engineering, said the county plans to assess the input from the public, historic preservation officials and the Coast Guard. (The Coast Guard, actually, will have the final say as the bridges cross canals with heavy boat traffic.)

“From an engineering perspective, (just refurbishing the bridge) is my least preferred option because it does not address the safety issue created by the narrow width and no sidewalk,” Clark said.

If the process goes smoothly — agreement from all the parties, and funds are forthcoming for design and engineering — two of the bridges could be under construction in early 2018 and take a year to complete.

Some Duck Key residents, though, are expressing concern over changes to the aesthetics of the bridges, reportedly designed after those in Venice at the time they were constructed in 1955. The distinctive balustrades and decorative pineapples, especially, are near and dear to the hearts of homeowners. At least one alternative calls for “Texas Railing” —stainless steel cable barriers strung horizontally between posts.

“There’s a very thin line between refurbishments and replacement. If you do too much, then you have to make more changes to meet all of the current guidelines,” Anderson said. “I want to remind officials that this is a residential community that is almost built out. We don’t want the bridges over-engineered, but we want to feel safe.”

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ON THE STAGE

MARATHON WEEKLY / MARCH 03, 2017 KRISTEN LIVENGOOD kristen@keysweekly.com

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as the stage at Marathon Community Theatre ever seen something so delightfully racy? Maybe, but this is hot, hot, hot — the Kit Kat Klub girls and guys, the acting, the music.

For a small town and a small theater, Marathon has a lot of talent on display. Opening Thursday, March 9, and running through April 8, the Marathon Community Theatre brings out some on the island’s top veteran performers and introduces the community to some new names.

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It’s 1929 in Berlin. The Nazi regime is about to hit Germany hard, but in the meantime, the audience is engulfed in the drama of the backrooms of the Kit Kat Klub’s cabaret.

The emcee, played by Devin Clarke, paints a perfect picture of the lives of singer Sally Bowles, played perfectly

by Allison Sayer, and broke writer Cliff Bradshaw, played by Chance Ruder, and the surrounding characters who fall into their lives.

“The cast and music are fantastic,” said Ann Hart, vice president of production who brought “The Producers” and “Chicago” to the Marathon stage.

“This is my last show. I had to do this before I turned 80.”

In addition to the cast, the Tony Award winning music is unforgettable, with songs like “Cabaret,” “Money,” and “Mein Herr.” A live orchestra plays the music from the balcony.

This is a must-do night on the town. Just leave the kiddos at home, because “what happens between the sheets,” is impossible to misunderstand.

KRISTEN LIVENGOOD/Keys Weekly 1. The emcee, played by Devin Clarke, welcomes the theater-goers to a night of fun at Berlin’s Kit Kat Klub. He enjoys including the audience, a.k.a. the Klub’s guests, in the fun.

2. The dancing and singing continues into the second act, after a 15 minute intermission.

3. Cliff Bradshaw, played by Chance Ruder, and Fraulein Schneider, played by Lesley Aaron, discuss room rent at a local boarding house.

4. The local talent doesn’t disappoint - Kit Kat Klub’s head lady, Sally Bowles, played by Allison Sayer, dazzles with her voice.

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THIS WEEKEND

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KCB celebrates 60

Key Colony Beach Day celebrates its 60th Birthday on Sunday around the grounds of city hall.

Event parking is head-in along 7th Street, as well as in open lots by 8th Street and on Sadowski Causeway. The event starts with the Shriner Pancake Breakfast at 8 a.m., and features music all day, including the popular Blues Brothers and others, until 5 p.m.

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ey Colony Beach celebrates its 60th birthday at the annual Key Colony Beach Day set for Sunday, March 5. Hosted by the Key Colony Beach Community Association, more than 70 vendors will be in attendance with wares varying from artwork to the new food court area.

“Our community association fosters and encourages programs and activities in the city,” said Key Colony Beach Community Association President Gail Cortelyou, who moved to the island in 1999. “The community association gives out free-of-charge space for the event to any local non-profit who wants it, and the money we make, like from the silent auction, is reciprocated into the community.”

Last year, Key Colony Beach Community Association gave out some $8,000 to local non-profits such as Take Stock in Children, KAIR, Florida Keys SPCA, Habitat for Humanity, Grace Jones, and Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition. The group also sponsors two scholarships at Marathon High School, and helped with beautification projects around the island.

This year, the association also started a popular Coconut Crawl, helps with the holiday boat parade, hosts free concerts in the park open to everyone, and more.

Pat Joseph-Becker, Key Colony Beach resident and founder of Key Colony Beach Realty, has fond memories of the event dating back to 1971.

She and her late husband joined the Key Colony Beach Chamber of Commerce upon moving, which has since become the community association.

“I have vivid memories of my children in the casting contests,” she said. “It’s

Price of a Key Colony Beach Day BBQ ticket in 1973? $2.50 including “berrs and cokes.” More than 300 tickets were sold that year. *We assume berr is beer. Good ol’ typewriter days …

Flyers from the annual Key Colony Beach Day celebration date back to BBQs, ‘skish’ tournaments (?), and kid’s activities.

unbelievable how much the event has grown.”

To this day, she says she still believes “KCB is the place to be.” The realty company will be handing out free popcorn at the event, as always.

According to an article written

by Key Colony Beach’s late patriarch Charles Anderson in the early ’70s, the city was literally dredged up from the ocean to become a 365-acre island.

In 1957, the City of Key Colony Beach incorporated, becoming the second incorporated city in the island chain, 130 years after Key West. The 11 residents voted for incorporation unanimously, along with the island’s developer F.P. Sadowski, who was the first mayor of the city. In 1959, sales on the island topped $1.6 million. When Hurricane Donna hit in September 1960, there were only 51 structures on the island, and it took less than 90 days to clean up.

CHET DUNN KEY COLONY BEACH DAY PADADE GRAND MARSHAL

Chet Dunn was honored this year with induction into the Key Colony Beach Hall of Fame. The awardees are listed in the hallway of Key Colony Beach’s City Hall. The award began in 1994 and is given to those who have contributed to the betterment of the city. Past KCB commissioner Tucker DeGraw doted on Dunn, saying he’s helped with hurricane clean-ups over the years, was instrumental in Key Colony Beach’s Sunset Park, helps his neighbors in need, and is a big part of the Shriners Club in the Keys. Dunn will lead the 11:30 a.m. parade Sunday.

Sat, March 4th

SombreroBeachRun.com For more information please call 305-393-6621

President of the Key Colony Beach Community Association Gail Cortelyou holds up a newspaper clipping from 1973 about the annual event.

Barbra Tait and Lyn Paterson hold the Key Colony Beach Community Association sign during a parade.

a benefit for KAIR

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SATURDAY: OPEN 10 – 1PM 112 S. Hammock Rd. Upper Matecumbe Key $349,000

Nicely remodeled 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom plus Bonus room bungalow in the heart of Islamorada. Well appointed w/tile throughout and stainless appliances.

SUNDAY: OPEN 12-3PM 15 Sombrero Blvd. 205W Marathon $239,000

www.sunsetgrille7milebridge.com

Newly renovated 1BD/1BA canal front condo located across the street from the golf course. Spacious unit boasts gorgeous views down the canal and features a new kitchen w/granite counters.

Serving Breakfast Daily 8 am to 11 am Book Your Birthday and Anniversary Parties Here!

45 7th St. - Key Colony Beach $489,000

Spectacular Sunsets!

Beautifully renovated 2BD/2BA waterfront 1/2 duplex in Key Colony Beach! Located on fabulous 7th St which offers golf course out the front door & the waterfront boardwalk out the back. Deep draft boating w/ a 12,000 lb lift.

Lisa Ferringo, REALTOR

Delicious Food & Great Drinks

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Coldwell Banker Schmitt Real Estate Co.

(305) 797-1221

Find Your Dream Home!

Visit my website at www.UniqueKeysHomes.com to see all homes for sale from Key Largo to Key West!

Spend the Whole Weekend On Our Oceanfront Pool Deck & Have Fun at Our Poolside Tiki Bar!

Sushi Menu Served Daily

“Best In The Keys”

THREE HUNDRED AND FIFTY-SEVENTH WEEKLY SUNDAY FUNDAY MARCH 5, 2017

St. Paddy’s Golf Tournament Saturday March 18, 2017 8am Registration - 9am Shotgun Start 4-Person Scramble Format - $100.00 Entry

FAT SUNDAY K ATY RPE SPRL I&NBGEAB CH AR POO

Come visit the Cruzan Spring Break Girls for Special Treats!

DJ Jared Jams Poolside starting at 1 pm & Bahama Boyz 6-9 pm Cornhole Tournament at 3 pm on the Sunset Beach

Grilled on the Pool Deck

305-743-3433

Featuring

The One Million Dollar Shot Hickory Stick Putting Contest - Awards - Prizes - Raffle Call Stan Haines 305-434-2433 or register at Florida Keys Country Club

The Hammock House at St. Columba

The free after school & camp program for all the children of the Middle Keys

World Famous Cheeseburgers Lobster Mac & Cheese Brat Burger BBQ Baby Back Ribs Bacon Wrapped Lobster Grilled Ribeye Sandwiches Grilled Bratwurst Blackened Dolphin Sandwiches BBQ Bacon Wrapped Shrimp & Scallops Chili Cheese Dogs

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$2 Coors Light Drafts $5 Peach Painkillers $5 Hurricane Rum Specials $2 Jello Shots se BBQ Smokehou Tuesday Nights ! ked

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Caribee’s 25th Annual In Water Boat Show Open House, Test Rides, and Special Pricing Tomorrow, March 4th, 9AM-4PM, MM 81.5 Bayside

Special Prices in Our Ship Store on Accessories and More. Seminars, Boat and Motor Reps, Big City Boat Show Discounts Without the Hassle Repower Your Boat with Four Stroke Yamaha Power!

Located Bayside At 81500 Overseas Hwy. | Islamorada, FL 33036 | 305.664.3431 www.caribeeboats.com

BUSINESS

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SEND LIZARDS PACKING

Iguana Gone is a new, natural repellant HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

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inter might provide a tiny respite, a kind of “not as many as usual” situation, then bam! The weather warms and it’s iguana here, iguana there, iguana everywhere. They are the house quests that were never invited to the party. What to do?

Developer and builder Frank Abdo’s yard in Fort Lauderdale was turning into Jurassic Park. Nothing could deter the iguanas from eating his bougainvilleas or swimming in his pool like it was the Marriott. He saw the first iguana in 2000 and thought, “How cute.” And just like the movie, it turned into disaster a decade later.

Female iguanas can lay 20 to 70 eggs per clutch per year and live up to 12 years; it’s not hard to do the math. But Abdo’s wife, Jan, didn’t have the heart to kill the languorous creatures and tested her husband’s ingenuity to find another way to save his yard.

“I thought there must be a ‘natural balance’ to things,” said Abdo, who realized if the bold vegans were attracted to plants, then something in turn must repel them. Two years of development, and Abdo had a working formula. Aptly named “Iguana Gone,” Abdo’s all natural deterrent hit the market at the start of 2017 – to rave reviews.

“Iguana Gone is made out of 100 percent natural ingredients, no chemicals or pesticides, completely safe for pets and humans,” said Abdo. But he laughs, “It has a foul odor,” smelling similar to rotten sesame oil. When it’s applied to a white scent strip every 10 days and planted 10 to 15 feet apart in the yard, the iguanas want nothing to do with the area. It has lasting effect on the iguana’s senses.

“The iguanas have a physiological trigger, when they use their tongues to test the air, they capture the scent mol-

ecules and a stress and flight reaction occurs and they leave,” said Abdo. “Not one person who has used the product has said it was ineffective.” Abdo is now getting requests from around the world. Not only does Iguana Gone repel iguanas, but curly tail lizards and frogs as well.

Abdo’s website iguanagone.com provides tips and has instructional videos on correct usage (beware of sprinklers and yard crews). If infested, keep the test strip soaked and wait a week to 10 days to see results. Abdo is always available for help, because he’s been there, he understands, and like his customers, he just wants that iguana gone.

“Iguanas are an ecological and human disaster, from salmonella to destroying our yards.”

—Frank Abdo, developer of Iguana Gone

Go to iguanagone.com or shop on Amazon.com

13th Annual Marathon Athletic Alumni Association

Stone Crab DINNER Sunday, March 5, 2017 1:00 – 5:00 pm

Keys Fisheries Restaurant Located at the end 35th Street

$20.00

Dinner includes 1 pound of stone crabs, fries, and slaw

Large portion of Stone Crabs donated by O.F.F. (Organized Fishermen of Florida-Marathon Chapter)

Tickets can be purchased at the high school or at the door.

For tickets contact Teresa Konrath at Marathon High School 305-481-0212 All proceeds benefit Marathon High School Athletics

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Make sure to check out the March 10 editions of the Keys Weekly Newspapers for the Official Program of the 41st Annual Marathon Seafood Festival

Distributed Keyswide from Key Largo to Key West and also at the gates of the Marathon Seafood Festival on Sat. March 11 & Sun March 12

MONROE COUNTY

MARATHON WEEKLY / MARCH 03, 2017

‘ALICE’ news

$68,952

Basic survival income for family of four:

46%

To our BUYERS and SELLERS. We hope you enjoy your new homes.

Kim Rabito-Show- Represented the Sellers of 9 Sombrero Blvd #201, Marathon

Percentage of Keys households below ALICE threshold:

Banana Bay Resort & Marina

$29,208

Basic survival income for individual:

66% Percentage of households in Stock Island functioning at poverty or ALICE levels:

Updated report shows Keys families struggling

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Percentage of households in Key Colony Beach functioning at poverty or ALICE levels:

31%

newly updated study by United Way of Florida shows that almost half of the households in Monroe County don’t make enough money to afford their basic necessities.

The 2017 United Way of Florida’s ALICE report shows the number of families living below the survival threshold in Monroe County has increased since the report was first issued in 2012. ALICE (families and individuals who are “Asset-Limited Income-Constrained Employed”) households are made of working people who don’t earn enough to make ends meet each month, given the high cost of living in Monroe County.

ALICE individuals are employed in fields as diverse as healthcare, childcare, retail, hospitality, business, and more. United Way of the Florida Keys President and CEO Kate Bauer-Jones noted, “Here in the Keys, if you’re not ALICE, you certainly know someone who is. They are friends and neighbors, the people we see and interact with every day, working hard to survive in the most expensive county in the state.”

— Contributed

Situated on a tropical 10-acre setting and overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, Banana Bay Resort & Marina is a part of the Unlimited Collection by B and is the premier choice among leisure and boating guests alike. The resort’s newly renovated, refreshed guest accommodations boast a new design inspired by the property’s serene waterside setting with modern boathouse decor, and artwork subtly inspired by the tropical destination and laid-back vibes. Guest room amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, mini refrigerators, 37-inch flat screen TVs, Keurig single serve coffee makers, and state-of-the art bathroom fixtures.

Many of the guest rooms have spectacular ocean bayside views.

The resort also offers a full service marina with transient slips, watersports rentals, one of the largest heated pools in the Keys, tennis court and is located close to local restaurants, shopping, and parks.

“The resort focuses on creating an individualized guest experience, never allowing a guest to leave dissatisfied,” said general manager Larry Wade. “Our goal is to create an environment where guests can be themselves.”

Plans are currently underway to enhance the resort’s public areas pool, tiki bar and the future addition of the Marina Point Bar & Grill.

Location: 4590 Overseas Highway, Marathon, MM 49.5 Phone: 305-743-3500 Web: bananabay.com For employment opportunities: email jennifer.colina@ boceanfortlauderdale.com.

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To our BUYERS and SELLERS. We hope you enjoy your new homes.

Cristina Malafy- Represented the Sellers of 803 73rd Street, Marathon

Travis W. Bennett, DMD

102965 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037

305-451-2616

Sandy M. Brito, DMD

90290 Overseas Hwy, Suite 108, Tavernier, FL 33070

305-852-5099 www.EveryoneLovesaGentleDentist.com

An osprey takes wing after recuperating at the Marathon Wild Bird Center. CONTRIBUTED

Osprey has a little rest Bird center releases healthy bird KELLY GRINTER

www.keysweekly.com

The Hidden Gem located on the Gulf behind BLUEGREEN m.m. 48 Come Join Us for: Bingo on Tues at 7:30pm for drinks Trivia on Wed at 7:30pm for drinks Come Celebrate Sunset at Barnacle Barney’s with Live Cannon Salute and Nightly Drink Specials!

• FREE Souvenir Koozie

w/Purchase of Entrée/Sandwich & Drink

• Entertainment Thur - Mon • Lunch & Dinner • 10% Locals Discount

1688 O/S Hwy • MM 48 • Bayside • 305-743-7298

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his adult osprey was spotted by a kayaker in the water in the basin known as Dodge Lake behind the airport on Aviation Blvd. at the beginning of the month.

The bird had its wings out trying to propel itself somewhere where it could get out of the water.

Ospreys are known to have strong wings and can completely submerge and then re-emerge from underwater when hunting fish. Occasionally, however, the bird attempts to get a fish that's too big to handle and ends up either exhausted or waterlogged.

Due to all the surrounding sea walls and docks, the bird finally found an “out” via a residential boat ramp of an empty, gated house that was for sale. The rescuer was smart and called the Realtor listed on the sign, who was kind enough to provide the Marathon Wild Bird Center with the gate combination so staff could rescue the bird.

Overall, the bird checked out perfectly healthy yet wouldn't self-feed or fly away once thoroughly dry. Some Xrays revealed the bird had no fractures or pellet shots.

A few days later, not only did the bird start to self-feed, but the bird center staff noticed that, once silent, it had suddenly become very vocal and was moving around a lot more. By Feb.

20, the bird was flying to the top of its 8-foot tall pen.

After three previously failed attempts at release, the bird flew off high into the sky later that afternoon thanks to a little lift from our intern, Blake Lamb.

Since the birds don’t "talk," we can only guess the reasons some of our patients come to us. Like many, this one will always be a mystery!

— Kelly Grinter is the executive director of the Marathon Wild Bird Center located on the Crane Hammock Museum property. More information at www. marathonwildbirdcenter.org.

Overall, the bird checked out perfectly healthy yet wouldn’t self-feed or fly away once thoroughly dry.

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Help for energy upgrade Weatherization applications available

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he Monroe County Social Services’ Weatherization Assistance Program is accepting applications from qualified, low-income households to receive free weatherization services to make their homes more energy efficient and to reduce energy costs.

Homeowners and renters of single-family homes may receive home energy upgrades, which include new energy-efficient appliances, and repair or replacement of windows, doors, low-flow water fixtures and ceiling insulation.

Participation is based on income eligibility, with priority given to the elderly and disabled. You can apply by calling 305-292-4405 or visiting your local Monroe County Social Services Office: • Key West: Historic Gato Building, 1100 Simonton St. • Marathon: 490 63rd St., Ocean.

• Islamorada: Plantation Key Government Center, 88770 Overseas Highway.

Contractors interested in bidding on weatherization projects can contact us at 305-292-4405.

Lounge & Liquor

The Tradition Continues!

Lunch Specials

Monday-Friday 11am-2pm Friday & Saturday

What Happens At the monkey stays at the monkey

Rich Storm

Happy Hour

Mondays

7 Days 4pm-8pm

Freddie Bye

Package Store

Tuesday & Thursday

Open 7 Days

Freddie, Scott & Rich

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BRIEFLY Marathon Garden Club House and Garden Tour The Marathon Garden Club will host its annual House and Garden Tour on Saturday, March 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The tour will feature homes and gardens in the Marathon area. Tickets are $25 per person, call 305-743-4971 or visit marathongardenclub.org for more information.

Teen writing workshop at Marathon library

Lois Wolfe Markham, associate professor of English at Florida Keys Community College, will hold a creative writing workshop on Monday, March 6 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Marathon library.

The workshop is also an information session for Marathon Writes, a student creative writing competition. For more information about the contest or the writing workshop, call 305-942-1357 or email lois.markham@fkcc.edu.

Local women celebrate boldness International Women's Day is Wednesday, March 8. The Ocean Isles Fishing Village in Marathon will celebrate the occasion at 11 a.m. with a

discussion, and at 7:30 p.m. will show a film about the activities of women in the 1930s and compare it with today.

The theme this year is "Be Bold for Change." For more info, email Barbara bzalesky@comcast.net.

Karen

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Cinematheque for March: ‘Commies’ at the library The March theme for Cinematheque, the free film series every Wednesday night at Marathon library, is Commies. The events take place weekly at 6 p.m. Free popcorn. March 8: “Trumbo,” March 15: “One of the Hollywood Ten,” March 22: “Thirteen Days,” and March 29: "Path to War.” For more information, call 305-7435156.

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Historian Adler to speak at friends group The Friends of the Marathon Library host historian Richard Adler to share historical and contemporary information on the history of Duck Key on March 9 at 2 p.m. at St. Columba Episcopal Church. Come early to meet the speaker and enjoy light refreshments. Admission is free and open to the public.

Bill

Flamingo Island 7,563 Sq. Ft. w/Permit $115,000 MARATHON FAMILY HOME 2,200+ Sq. Ft. 2 BR/2 BA Home, On a 8,000+ Sq. Ft. Lot. Easy to make into a 5 Bedroom Home. Nice quiet neighborhood. $389,000 ML574361

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Biking the Grassy Key Trail?

Come join us for Breakfast or Lunch

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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Gourmet Appetizers & Main Courses Homemade Specialty Pizzas Fresh Seafood

Our Menu Evolves with the Seasons insuring the finest and freshest ingredients

BOGO Mimosas All Day

General store stocked with essential groceries, craft beer and wine.

Open Daily 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Private Group Dining Available on the Patio

MM 58 • 58152 O/S Hwy. • Grassy Key • 305-743-7373

www.grassykeyoutpost.com

MMS STUDENT OF THE WEEK

MARATHON WEEKLY / MARCH 03, 2017 The Marathon Weekly is proud to partner with Marathon Middle 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 MMHS for allowing us to share in a weekly dose of “Fin Pride.”

• TAX TALK • TAG TALK •

MARCH

SARAH KRATZERT SEVENTH GRADE What organizations and activities are you involved with at MMS and why are they important to you?

I play softball. It’s important to me because I have played for almost nine years now (including before I moved to Marathon) and I enjoy it so much.

Who has been your biggest inspiration at MMS and why?

My inspiration is my civics teacher, Mrs. Walker. She is such a powerful person, her presence seems important. She is kind and funny and she takes the time to listen.

What class do you think has best prepared you for life after high school and why?

I feel like my civics class pushes me above and beyond and it helps me to see how the world changes and changed.

• March is the month when property taxes are due before a penalty is applied on April 1, 2017. For taxpayers who may be on the installment plan, your final tax bill for 2016 was mailed out February 28th. Local Business Tax reminders were also mailed out.

• Real estate tax payments POSTMARKED after March 31st. must be in certified funds and include 3% interest on the March amount.

Reminder bills mail out on February 28th totaled 7,573 real estate tax and 435 Tangible tax bills.

• Section 319.22 (2) (b), Florida Statutes, requires an owner or co-owner who has transferred or sold a motor vehicle and has delivered the motor vehicle to a purchaser, to notify the department within 30 days after the sale or transfer using the form HSMV82050, Notice of Sale of Motor Vehicle, Mobile Home or Vessel, or the completed form labeled “Notice of Sale of Motor Vehicle, Mobile Home or Vessel” located on the top section (back) of the certificate of title. Notice by such owner or co-owner shall satisfy the notice requirement for limitation of liability.

Instagram or Snapchat? What’s your favorite filter?

Snapchat. I love the dog ears filter in black and white, though I love the flower crown, too.

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

The challenge that I am aware of in the Keys is the fact that usable water is scarce. I mean, we’re on an island! I would like to find some way to either filter saltwater or make something to get better freshwater in the Keys.

What are your plans after high school?

I want to get into a good college, though I’m not quite sure which major yet. I also want to play college softball.

MARINA FOR SALE!

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Located less than 100 miles from both Havana and Miami, this property’s potential is unlimited. $2,390,000

Do you think you will make the Keys your permanent home? Why or why not?

I would love to stay here. It will be permanent if, in the next few years, my dad doesn’t get transferred again.

The Keys feel like home.

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• Direct deep water access to Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico.

• More than half an acre of land (28,900 sq. ft.)

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SEEN AROUND TOWN

MARATHON WEEKLY / MARCH 03, 2017

GREATER MARATHON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 305-743-5417 • 1-800-262-7284 info@floridakeysmarathon.com www.floridakeysmarathon.com 12222 Overseas Highway Marathon, Florida 33050

BUSINESS March 8th 5:30-7:30pm AFTER HOURS GREAT FOOD • GREAT DRINKS • GREAT FRIENDS • GREAT NETWORKING

Who: Lighthouse Grill When: Wed, March 8th from 5:30-7:30PM Where: MM 48, 1996 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY What: Great networking, food & beverages; come promote your business and meet Marathon business owners, executives, and leaders!

MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON March 21st, 12-1pm When: Tues, March 21st from 12 - 1pm Where: Overseas Pub & Grill MM49

PUB & GRILL

Fast times Ecurie Vitesse Sports Car Club holds road race

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he Ecurie Vitesse Sports Car Club raced a 1.7-mile course on Loop Road in Lower Sugarloaf Key on Feb. 26. Dodging cones, small sports cars including makes such as Miata, Hyundai, Mini Cooper and Alfa Romeo, ran the closed course for best time. The sports car club has trimmed and maintained the county road in order to use it, according to racer Skip Taylor. The club has about 10 events a year throughout the Keys and the next will be March 19 at the Florida Keys Community College.

—Weekly Staff report HAYS BLINCKMANN/Keys Weekly

Speakers: Monroe County Administrator Roman Gastesi Topic: State of the County

1. A classic Datsun guns it through the beginning cones tucked away on Sugarloaf.

RSVP to Jeanine@floridakeysmarathon.com / (305) 743-5417

2. Harold Frischman waits in his Alfa Romeo, along with other racers, to take the course.

MARATHON SEAFOOD FESTIVAL SAT MAR 11 & SUN MAR 12 CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS

3. Pam Ottey from Big Pine races against her husband, Tom, in her Ford Focus ST. 4. Tom Ottey from Big Pine was the day’s winner in his Subaru STI, timing in the 1:30 range.

Chelsey@FloridaKeysMarathon.com

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St. Columba

Bluegrass

BBQ

Sunday, March 5th • 6pm

451 West 52nd Street, Marathon • Tickets $20.00 Featuring: The Family Band

St. Columba Episcopal Church 451 W 52nd St, Marathon 305-743-6412

All proceeds benefit Hammock House Free Afterschool Program & Camps

Sunday Services 9:00 am - Traditional service with Children's Sunday School 11:00 am - Contemporary Service followed by Sunday Lunch

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Fun at the Sombrero Run Saturday’s race is actually five in one SARA MATTHIS

sara@keysweekly.com

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lthough close to 400 runners and walkers have signed up for the annual Sombrero Beach Run on Saturday, March 4, there’s still time to fit in a few more.

“People can register on Friday, March 3 at Sombrero Beach from 5 to 6:30 p.m., and it’s open again on race day starting at 7 a.m.,” said race director Beth Moyes of Theme Runs of Key West.

This is actually five races in one.

Yes, five. The 10k starts at 8 a.m., and the 5k starts at 9:15 a.m. That means uber-athletes can combine them for a 15k challenge. Then, there’s walkers doing the 5k course. And, after it’s all said and done there will be a kids’ fun run.

The 15k is a special challenge.

“It really takes an endurance athlete,” said Moyes. “Because there’s a pause between the two races, runners find it hard to stop and start again.”

Some find it worth the effort,

4-7PM

The race is a huge favorite with Marathon locals — but draws from other Keys communities while also attracting visitors on vacation looking for a little exercise. There’s also a huge silent auction, and a coveted single entry into the exclusive Seven Mile Bridge Run in April.

It’s all for a good cause. Proceeds from the event, co-sponsored by the Southernmost Runners Club, benefit Keys Area Interdenominational Resources (KAIR), a Marathon-based

nonprofit organization that provides a food pantry and emergency services to Keys families in need.

Parking is a challenge, so spectators and racers are encouraged to show up early at Sombrero Beach.

Pre-registration for the 15k Challenge, where runners compete in both the 10k and 5k and are eligible for awards in both categories, is $45 on race day. For 10k and 5k participants, the race day cost is $35. There are discounts for students and military.

Luz Gonzalez Stalnaker, left, and Jill Culver cross the finish line in tutus in 2016.

though — there’s an extra prize!

The Sombrero Beach Run is unique in another aspect as well.

There’s a party setting on Friday night — think wine and cheese and music — and again on Saturday morning with healthy bites and … um, beer after the race.

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THE ARTS

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JIM BREUER’S COMEDY ‘ABOUT REAL LIFE’ From ‘Saturday Night Live’ to Saturday night at home HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

B

reuer’s the guy that made you laugh in high-school.

Whether he was cracking a joke or doing impersonations, he was the one you wanted at the party. Now things are a little different; everyone’s a little older, life’s a little more serious. But who’s to say that can’t be funny too?

Performing at the Key West Theater on Friday, March 10, Breuer won’t be re-enacting his famous “Goat boy” character from “Saturday Night Live,” or the lovable stoner from the hit cult film, “Half Baked” co-starring Dave Chappelle.

Breuer’s a family man now and likes to just joke about it.

“The show is clean and very relatable,” said Breuer. “After 24 years of marriage, it’s like I have been a police officer in a constant domestic dispute.” Breuer is referring to living in a house with his wife and three teenage daughters in New Jersey. “I am un-Hollywood and un-pop culture. My stand-up is about real life.”

Breuer rose to fame fast back in the ’90s. In his early 20s, he was already being offered gigs on TV and landed a cast role on “Saturday Night Live,” along with comedians Will Ferrell, Norm Macdonald, and Tim Meadows. He has been on every late night show including Conan, Stewart, Kimmel, and Fallon. After “Half Baked,” Breuer starred in the popular films “Zookeeper,” “Dick,” “Titan A.E.” and “Beer League.” He is a frequent guest on Howard Stern, whom he credits for keeping his stand up shows filled. Nowadays, Breuer has a recurring role on the new primetime CBS comedy “Kevin

Can Wait,” starring Kevin James. Listed as one of Comedy Central's “100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time,” Breuer says of his following, “We grew up together.”

Breuer might poke a little fun at Key West; he loves to watch people, and can’t help but comment on what he sees.

This is the last stop on his tour and he can’t wait to get here. But he stays away from religion and politics saying, “I am just there to make people laugh, not make a statement.”

Also, Breuer may talk about his new album, “Songs From The Garage” which mixes his love of pure ’80s heavy metal and comedy. The album has a little star power from Brian Johnson (AC/ DC) with vocals on two tracks and producer/ guitarist Rob Caggiano (Anthrax, Volbeat). Reviving metal music does prove part of us may never grow up and that’s a good thing.

Jim Breuer Friday, March 10, 7 and 10 p.m.

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“I am not cocky, but I am gonna knock you out.” ­—Jim Breuer, comedian.

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BRIEFLY Fishing program for kids at park

Bluegrass festival at Grimal Grove

The City of Marathon Parks and Recreation is hosting a free beginning fishing program for ages 4-14 on Saturday, March 4 from 10 a.m. to noon at Oceanfront Park, behind City Hall. Everything for the event is provided, parent supervision is required for participants up to age 10.

Bluegrass Bash will take place on Saturday, March 4 from 12:30 to 4 p.m. at Grimal Grove on Big Pine Key. The afternoon will be filled with the music of Piper Road Spring Band and the Doerfels. Food and drinks will be available in a family friendly atmosphere. Tickets are available at thegrimalgrove.org.

Children under 16 are free, adults pay $20 per person.

Moose women sponsor trivia

The Women of the Moose Scholarship Fund are hosting trivia night on Saturday, March 11 at 7 p.m. at the Marathon lodge. Teams of up to four are $100. Prizes include a $500 pay out, and $100 gift certificates from the Stuffed Pig for second and third place.

Only 12 teams will compete. The questions will cover sports, history, science, movies and more. To sign up, call 305743-6062 after 1 p.m.

Spring break minicamp at Marathon Parks & Rec A spring break minicamp will take place Monday to Friday, March 13-17 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for kids age 5-13 at Marathon Community Park. It’s $20 per day, or $80 for the week. Field trips included, and lunch and snacks provided. Register at ci.marathon.fl.us. or call 305-743-6598.

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WEEKLY INTERVIEW

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16. If you could grant Key West one wish, what would it be? Slow down.

HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

17. You are sitting at a diner counter eating. Who would you want to walk in and sit next to you? My parents, I miss them every day.

1. Full Name? Ann Kathrine Miners.

2. Worst nickname? Annie get your gun.

Finish these sentences…

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

Prince had so much more to give.

18. My family would describe me as … Unstoppable

4. What question do you hate to answer? What do you want to do when you grow up?

19. My autobiography would be titled …"My Life as Told to Me by my Brother"

5. What’s your pet peeve about theater audiences? Late arrivals.

20. When I go, I will go … grateful

6. What’s your favorite TV show or movie about the theater? "Slings and Arrows."

7. If you won the lottery, what extravagant thing would you do? Open a senior animal sanctuary.

8. Which TV, movie or superhero character is your alter ego? Samantha on “Bewitched.”

9. What is your nerdiest passion?

Grocery shopping. Publix is my happy place!

10. If you could take three items on a deserted island, what? why? My brother, my dogs Josephine and Miss Lilly and peanut butter. Josephine and Lily are so small, they only count as one! Unconditional love, stimulating conversation and peanut butter — does it get any better?

11. If invisible, what would you do in Key West? Wander through Key West's magnificent houses. (I'm a coming to you David Wolinsky!)

20 Questions with Annie Miners of The Waterfront Theater and Red Barn Theater

12. What was your first thought this morning? Coffee.

13. Favorite guilty pleasure? Trashy magazines.

14. Most embarrassing stage moment? Forgetting my pants. It's a long story.

15. What dream job — if not this one — would you have? Running my animal sanctuary and organic farm provided by my lottery winnings.

“I love Key West for its outstanding support of the arts.”

—Annie Miners, of Waterfront Playhouse and Red Barn Theatre

FUNNY GIRL A nnie Miners has crushed the whole bucket list thing.

Whether she is on stage or off, her humor, moxie and energy take center stage. Just a Minnesota girl, there was always a spark to do something special — if for no other reason than to prove to her beloved brother Jon that having an adopted baby sister was better than a baby brother. With dreams of grandeur, she headed to New York to be a record producer but ended up back home working in promotion — first in radio, then on to Prince’s night club Grand Slam. Yes, that Prince, and Miners has the stories from Paisley Park tucked away like purple gemstones, and a few good rock star pictures as well. She also helped produced national events such as OzFest and Lilith Fair. But when her mother passed, Miners did the enviable and chucked the glitz and glam for life on the turquoise waters.

Miners sailed off into the sunset for a while in the Bahamas and Florida, but civilization snared her again when she auditioned at the Marathon Community Theater. She hadn’t been on stage since she was 5 years old, but the flicker was still there. Three years acting in Marathon led her to Key West on one fateful audition and an available old seaport boat slip. For the past five years, Miners has been a driving force behind Keys theater not only as marketing coordinator for Waterfront Playhouse and Red Barn Theatre, but also as an actress, director and stage manager. She works at The Studios of Key West and is a volunteer at the Tropic Cinema, and huge supporter of our fur friends at the SPCA and Pawadise Pet Rescue.

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Tennis, anyone?

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he Marathon High School tennis team played Key West on Feb. 28. The boys lost their match 8-0, while the girls were outscored 6-2. Next week they play Ransom Everglades on the mainland.

Lance Martin coaches 10 girls on the team.

“We have three girls playing who have experience, and a lot who are new to the sport,” said Martin. One of the standouts on the team is seventh grader Lillian Gou. “Lillian has won her last two matches. She’s doing pretty well and Clara (Williams) has been competitive this season. The girls improve every practice and it’s good to see,” he said.

BRIEFLY Free dance classes offered in Marathon Theo and Ganine are offering free dance classes on the first Friday of the month from 8 to 10 p.m. at Florida Keys Country Club. Every Friday at 5 p.m. they will teach a free ballroom and Latin dance class for teenagers at Theo and Ganine's Dance Center. For more information, visit keysdancecenter.com.

3. Lillian Gou, left, and Clara Williams beat the doubles team from Key West.

Rockin’ Refuge Rangers at National Key Deer Refuge

The National Key Deer Refuge (NKDR) 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. Pre-registration is required by emailing rockinrefugerangers@gmail.com.

Upcoming events include: 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.- 2 p.m.)

4. Alvear and River Fullhart play against Key West on the clay courts.

Free tax help from AARP

5. Players from Key West and Marathon, and spectators, find a shady spot to watch.

Free federal income tax preparation and e-filing by AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will be available through April 18 for middle- and low-income taxpayers at the following locations: Marathon Senior Center - Tuesdays 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.; Key Largo Library Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Big Pine Senior Center - Thursdays 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

ANNEKE PATTERSON/Keys Weekly 1. Angel Alvear returns fire at the match at the Florida Keys Country Club on Tuesday.

2. Junior Ben Ryder returns a serve.

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McKee grant applications now available

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Applications are now available for the 2017 Anne McKee Artists Fund grants. The McKee Fund awards grants each year, up to $2,000, to assist with project-based endeavors by individual visual, performance, and literary artists who live in Monroe County. Grant monies are intended to cover costs specific to the project for which they are proposed. Typically acceptable expenses include project materials, framing, publishing expenses and advertising. The fund also designates grants to be awarded to students and young adults to assist in the development of their talents in the arts. Applications and instructions are available at MckeeFund.org and must be submitted no later than Friday, March 31.

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DESCENDANTS OF CASTRO, CHRISTIE TO SPEAK

ext week will see the descendants of two world figures – from the political and literary worlds – speaking in the Upper Keys.

On Monday, March 6, the grandson of Agatha Christie will speak in Key Largo. Two days

later, the exiled daughter of Fidel Castro will speak in Islamorada.

Mathew Prichard, grandson of Agatha Christie – the best-selling author of all time – will present stories of his famous relative on Monday, March 6, at the Key Largo Cultural

Mathew Prichard

Alina Fernández

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richard’s grandmother, Dame Agatha Mary Clarissa Christie, was an English crime novelist, short story writer and playwright. She is best known for her 66 detective novels and 14 short story collections, particularly those revolving around her fictional detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. She also wrote the world's longest-running play, a murder mystery, “The Mousetrap,” and six romances under the name Mary Westmacott.

Prichard was producer of the plays “Being Poirot” (2013), “Agatha Christie's Poirot” (1989) and “Agatha Christie: A Woman of Mystery” (2007). He said his grandmother helped spark his love of the arts. "When she was young she was a singer, and if you'd offered her the choice when she was young, she would rather have been a singer than an author," he said, during one interview. "She encouraged me in my love of the arts — particularly in music and the opera."

Prichard has been president of National Museum Wales and chairman of the Arts Council of Wales. He is the Welsh National Opera's honorary president. He received a medal for Philanthropy in 2012 from the Prince of Wales.

Christie's stage play “The Mousetrap” holds the record for the longest initial run: it opened at the Ambassadors Theatre in the West End of London on 25 November 1952 and as of 2017 is still running after more than 25,000 performances. She is the best selling author of all times. Her books have sold over a billion copies in the English language and a billion in 44 foreign languages. She was made a Dame in 1971 for her contribution to literature. She died in 1976.

Prichard’s trip to the United States is sponsored by the English Speaking Union of Miami and the visit to the Upper Keys is sponsored by Friend of the Key Largo Cultural Center.

Center. The event begins at 6 p.m. with a reception, followed by the presentation at 7 p.m.

Alina Fernández, the daughter of Fidel Castro, will speak Wednesday, March 8 at Keys History & Discovery Center. Doors open at 5 p.m., with her presentation to begin at 6 p.m.

March 8: MATHEW PRICHARD Grandson of Agatha Christie Monday, March 6, 7 p.m., Key Largo Cultural Center, MM102.

Reception at 6 p.m.

Information: www.fklcc.org

ALINA FERNÁNDEZ Daughter of Fidel Castro Wednesday, March 8, 6 p.m., Keys History & Discovery Center at the Islander Resort, MM82, Islamorada. Doors open at 5 p.m. Reservations at 305-922-2237 or via email at info@keysdiscovery.com.

Thursday, March 9, 6 p.m., Key West Art & Historical Society, San Carlos Institute on Duval Street.

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ernández will share her first-person, intimate account of growing up in Cuba.

Through her insight as one of the Cuban elite, Fernandez will describe her life in Cuba, the surrounding political environment during the 1960s and ’70s, and a transparent view of her father and her relationship with him.

Born in 1956 as the illegitimate daughter of Fidel Castro and Natalia Fernández, Alina Fernández grew to rebel against the political climate in Cuba.

An outspoken dissident, in 1993 she disguised herself as a tourist and escaped Cuba, and was later granted political asylum in the U.S., where she remains one of her late father’s most outspoken opponents.

Fernández lives in Miami where she works in radio, and has a radio show called “Simplemente Alina” (Simply Alina) on WQBA in Miami. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, the fare on her variety show is light, with guests such as painters and musicians. She devotes Wednesdays to Cuban politics.

Fidel Castro led a revolution against the dictator Fulgencia Batista. He ruled the island nation from 1959 to 2008, when he stepped down from the presidency, passing it to his brother, Raul.

Fidel Castro died in November 2016.

Fernández also will speak on Thursday, March 9, at 6 p.m. at the San Carlos Institute on Duval Street, sponsored by the Key West Art & Historical Society.

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The ‘summertime’ highs hover at about 20 degrees Fahrenheit.

Bruce Ferraro, left, is pictured with shipmate Giovan King of Honolulu, Hawaii. CONTRIBUTED

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“It’s my sixth continent, and next month I am going to Africa, the seventh,” said Ferraro. “In terms of people who have visited all of them, I think it’s like one percent.”

Ferarro’s trip began with a flight to Santiago, Chile, then another flight to Punta Arenas. There he boarded a 400-foot ship with 300 other tough souls. The expedition took almost two weeks.

“It’s very interactive once you get down there; you get off the ship twice a day,” he said. “I saw a million penguins, sea lions, seals, whales,

albatross. … The wildlife is amazing.”

He said the cruise directors and passengers take extra precautions to preserve the pristine environment — going as far as to scrub their boots before and after landing.

The real drama, though, happened on the way back to South America. In the Drake Passage — the roughest stretch of ocean in the world, just off Cape Horn — the ship sailed through a hurricane. Ferraro said the captain even handed out hurricane certificates, certifying their experience.

“The seas were 39 to 40 feet high.

To put that in perspective, that’s about as tall as the concrete electric poles in Marathon,” Ferraro said.

And, yes, he’s taking the Conch Republic Flag to Africa, too, where he plans a photo safari and a shark cage dive.

The Conch Republic flag will be making its way to Africa next month. CONTRIBUTED

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With four years of working as a bartender on the island under his belt, and a couple from when he was in high school as a dockhand, Donohue says the most popular drink is the Gumby Slumber.

The 2001 Key West High School graduate, whose nickname growing up was Bottles, makes the drink with Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, orange juice, pineapple juice and cranberry juice. It's garnished with shaved coconut soaked in rum and an orange slice.

“All of the guests who visit the island are given a Gumby Slumber on the boat ride over,” he said. “It’s a great boat drink and a staple on the island.

Guests always ask for ‘the drink they had on the way over.’”

He met his wife, Lauren, on the island, and they are expecting baby number one in about six months. When he isn’t working or prepping for baby, he’s on the boat exploring the out islands of the Keys.

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TOOT THAT ‘HORN’ Conch shell contest Saturday

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Gabriel Price, Alison Higgins, Jacqueline Luhta, Dee Dee Green, Kelly Perkins and friends pooled their creative genius to create their 2016 Papio Kinetic Parade Green Machine prize winner, “Awesoma, the Narwhal Queen” – a kinetic float sculpture made from a trike covered in a wide variety of reused and recycled items including plastic water bottles, music CDs, soda and beer cans, mattress springs, satellite dishes, tulle fabric and wine corks. CAROL TEDESCO/Contributed

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rtists, builders and assemblers can put their creative and engineering skills on display in May. The Key West Art & Historical Society will host the second annual Papio Kinetic Sculpture and Art Bike Parade May 5-7.

Teams of any number and age are welcome to enter this parade of pedaled or pushed sculpture, whether the work is small and simple or elegantly engineered.

The event is intended to reflect and promote the artistic culture of the Keys, said Michael Gieda, executive director of the society.

Inspired by and named for the late Keys artist Stanley Papio, a humorous rebel metal-artist who explored the value of recycled materials long before it was hip to be rusty, the weekend’s events will kick off at the Custom House Museum on Friday, May 5 with a presentation on Papio and kinetic art from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by a reception on the porch.

The parade launches at noon on Saturday, May 6, followed by a beach-party celebration at the Southernmost Beach from 1 to 3 p.m., complete with cash awards for the best kinetic sculpture floats and art bikes.

Events wrap up on Sunday, May 7, with a Papio Picnic and Kinetic Kids Day at Fort East Martello Museum from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring a tour of the Papio Collection at noon, with family-friendly activities and food and drinks for purchase. Entrance to the museum that day will be free.

Registration is $25 for kinetic sculpture floats and $15 for art bikes, with registration fees waived for society members. Cash prizes will be awarded for various categories. Registration deadline is Monday, May 1 for kinetic sculpture floats and May 6 for art bike entries (limited to first 100 registrants).

More information is at papiokineticparade.com.

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Stanley Papio, a humorous rebel metalartist, explored the value of recycled materials long before it was hip to be rusty.

any will try. Some will fail. Some will honk the conch.

Several dozen people from around the country are expected to compete Saturday, March 4, in the 55th annual Conch Shell Blowing Contest.

Blowing a conch shell might not rank high as a symphonic accomplishment, but aficionados are expected to "trumpet" their fondness for the quirky form of musical expression during an annual test of skill in Key West.

Held at noon in the garden of the Oldest House Museum, 322 Duval St., the contest celebrates Key West's historic connection to the hardy sea mollusk.

Blowing into the conchs' fluted pink-lined shells is a Key West tradition, with "conch horns" employed as signaling devices by early Native Americans, 19thcentury seafarers and resident shipwreck salvagers, among others.

Today the conch shell remains an enduring symbol of the Florida Keys and Key West, whose native-born citizens call themselves "Conchs." Conch chowder and fritters are popu-

lar local dishes, and in 1982 the island chain staged a symbolic secession from the U.S. and proclaimed itself the independent Conch Republic.

During the often hilarious Conch Shell Blowing Contest, contestants pucker up and attempt to make music (or at least respectable sounds) in front of a standing-room-only audience.

Entrants typically include men, women, young children and groups. All are judged on the quality, duration, loudness and novelty of the sounds they produce.

Nicknamed the "Conch Honk," the challenge is presented each spring by the Old Island Restoration Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the architectural and cultural heritage of Key West.

The 2017 contest is free to enter and watch. Contestants can register at the Oldest House Museum from 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday. Those without "instruments" can purchase conch shells on-site.

Visit oirf.org or call 305-2949501 for details.

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An Open Letter to Comcast …an alleged cable and Internet service provider Dear Comcast: You s&$k. am so sick and tired of the Internet outages … the cable television outages and freezes … and your pathetic and virtually useless “customer service.” I really don’t know what your problems are, but you need to fix them before another more reliable provider comes into this market and cleans your clock.

The latest Comcast tragedy was a downed power line in Homestead that took out the fiber optic line that provides service to all the Keys. In the middle of the Oscars. This follows months of intermittent Internet service as well as semi-regular outages of Internet and TV service.

The other recent huge TV outage (there are smaller ones all the time) happened during the AFC Championship game. I just wanted to watch the Steelers attempt to play the Patriots … but I couldn’t. The entire cable service froze. I spent nearly two hours that night on the phone in Comcast Customer Service Hell, first speaking with a technician who didn’t know an HD cable from a channel lineup card, and then waiting on hold for over 30 minutes for a supervisor who never picked up. And why does it feel that the entire Xfinity X1 “platform” is the biggest beta-testing experiment ever foisted on an unsuspecting public?

And what is it with this renaming of overarching concepts to describe less-than-stellar service? It’s not Xfinity, it’s INfinity! Same with AT&T who took the “ni” out of U-verse. But I digress.

Nearly every call I’ve made to Comcast Customer Service has ended without a good resolution.

And I’ve received neither satisfaction nor any significant refund for the amount of frustration and lack of service I’ve endured. So imagine my surprise when I received an email this morning asking me to take a Comcast Customer Service survey!

I did. My answers to their questions are as follows: “Why would/wouldn’t you recommend Comcast to your friends?”

Your service is so damned inconsistent. I’ve had Internet problems for months, spent way too many hours on hold and (eventually) speaking with Comcast technicians who in many cases hadn’t a clue as to what the real issue was. Spent even longer on hold waiting for a supervisor to discuss a meaningful discount to compensate me for my time without service ... and receiving no call-backs and occasional pittance

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THEME: MARCH MADNESS ACROSS 1. Dust jacket promo 6. The NHL’s Stanley ____ 9. “The Sun ____ Rises” 13. Petroleum tanker 14. *Top March Madness seed 15. Sigourney Weaver’s 1979 box-office hit 16. Kind of ray 17. Expert 18. Mother, lovingly 19. *NCAA’s fill-in-the-blanks 21. *Final Four location 23. ____ B or ____ C, at the doctor’s office 24. Russian monarch 25. “Gross!”

28. Double Dutch gear 30. “____ of all trades,” pl.

34. Found in a racing shell 36. Mountain goat terrain 38. What Pinocchio was doing?

40. Margarita garnish 41. Before “pocus”?

43. Roofed colonnade 44. Type of acid 46. Roman public space, pl.

47. One of President’s two 48. Follow 50. Bathtime froth 52. “Get it?”

53. *Three pointer 55. Carry, as in suitcase 57. *Shared name of Kentucky and Villanova, sing.

61. New Norwegian language 65. Willow twig 66. Tiller’s tool 68. Salivate uncontrollably 69. Like a good singer 70. Old fashioned “before” 71. Ancient marketplace 72. Ballet’s pas 73. *St. John’s ____ Storm 74. Red Sea nation

DOWN 1. Fat Man or Little Boy 2. Baron Munchhausen, e.g.

3. Long forearm bone 4. Throw up 5. Worker who rolls dough for baked goods 6. Painter’s layer 7. *Tar Heels’ home 8. Circle of friends 9. Medicinal succulent 10. Sketch 11. 18-wheeler 12. December stone 15. Libertine 20. Unit of geological time 22. Pilgrimage to Mecca 24. Tea pot warmer 25. *School with most basketball titles 26. Filth 27. Surround 29. University teacher, for short 31. Benign lump 32. “The ____ Runner,” pl.

33. Annoy a bedfellow 35. Skin cysts 37. Spiritual leader 39. *Opening round, a.k.a. Play-In ____ 42. Lamentably 45. Public disapproval 49. Chapter in history 51. *March Madness selection day 54. Early anesthetic 56. Narrow valley between hills 57. Courts 58. Is not 59. Facebook button 60. Like a billionaire’s pockets 61. Scholarship criterion 62. Move over and “make ____!”

63. Sight for what eyes?

64. Third K in KKK 67. Metal-bearing mineral

amounts tossed my way. And the TV goes out at crucial live program times, like the AFC Championship Game and the Oscars. I really don’t get to watch that much TV, so when I do sit down, and the program can’t be seen because of problems with your (lack of) service, it is about as frustrating as dealing with Comcast customer “service.”

“What could we do better?”

What could you do better? Put the customer through to a supervisor who can really solve problems or at least provide real and significant refunds JOHN to frustrated cusBARTUS tomers for their loss of service at is a City Council crucial times. Have member and a former Mayor of tech support who the City of Maraactually knows what thon. John is also they’re doing and a musician who just might be aware performs around of Comcast system town at various establishments. outages before they waste my time and tell me to troubleshoot equipment that isn’t the real problem. And here’s the big one: ACTUALLY PROVIDE THE SERVICE FOR WHICH I’M PAYING THROUGH THE NOSE! Is that clear enough?

Apart from my survey answers, the other thing I would recommend to you, Comcast, is hiring enough qualified and competent people to ensure you might actually qualify as an actual cable and Internet service provider.

The people you have working here are awesome and dedicated people, and they could use some real help that I’m sure they’re not getting from the penny-pinchers and bean-counters in the home office. Look, when your service works, it’s good (and quite expensive). But the fact that it so often doesn’t work, and you don’t seem to give a damn about fixing it or taking care of your customers, is the real tragedy here. In closing, allow me to repeat myself: Comcast, you s&$k.

••••• John Bartus performs Wednesdays at Tarpon Creek at the Holiday Inn Express, Thursdays at Sparky’s Landing, Friday with Jade Storm at the Overseas, and Saturday noon at the Lorelei in Islamorada and evening at the Key Colony Inn. www.johnbartus.com

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Child Care Teacher

KEY WEST

Full & Part Time Positions.

Only if you have a proven record as a positive, extremely reliable, self-starter capable of interacting with and supporting a wide range of individuals and diverse job requirements.

Strong computer knowledge and competency required.

Full Time Position.

Please email resume to keyshumanresources61 @gmail.com

Apply in Person.

Grassy Key Outpost 58152 Overseas Hwy.

Inez Martin Child Development Center

Help Wanted

Key West Wesley House Family Services seeking experienced F/T Child Care Teacher for children ages 2-5. 45 hours of mandated DCF Child Care Training preferred but will consider paid training for other qualified applicants. For detailed job descriptions visit our website. Email resume or stop by 1304 Truman Ave. Key West, Fl. 33040.

WHFS is an EEOC Employer and Drug Free Workplace. License #C16MO0012

Cook / Kitchen

Work on the Ocean Private Swim Club hiring cook/kitchen person Apply in Person

The Cabana Club 425 E. Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach 305-743-4443

Rewarding stable jobs with excellent benefits!!!

Part Time Full Time Housekeeping Positions Available Apply in person or call (305) 289-1414

MARATHON YACHT CLUB

NOW HIRING The Hammocks at Marathon

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BARTENDER

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Or apply in person 825 33rd Street, Marathon

• Lead Maintenance Technician

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• Activities Associate Camp Counselor Experience Outdoor activities a plus.

Under New Management

IN KEY WEST

• Guest Services Agent/relief Audit

Customer Service Specialist

Plantation Key Nursing Center

located in Tavernier, is seeking

C.N.A.

Greet and process transactions for private aircraft customers. Prior aviation experience a plus but not required.

Competitive wages, excellent benefits, and a fun work environment.

Contact Kris Later Kris.Later@MarathonAviation.com

305-743-3717 EOE/Drug-Free Workplace

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

TO APPLY:

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

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Online: jobs.bluegreenvacations.com

• Behavioral Health Therapist • Program Coordinator • Care Coordinator • Prevention Specialist • Driver

In Person at The Hammocks: 1688 Overseas Highway, Gulf Side, Mile Marker 48, Marathon Or Call Carlos 305-743-9009 eoe

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 • P/T Porter Cooks • Lead Cook Server Assistant • Cosmetologist GREAT COMPANY BENEFITS Please apply in person at 28500 Overseas Highway, Little Torch Key

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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 2008 Nissan Versa economy $6,990 2013 Chevy Sonic low miles $8,990 2015 Nissan Altima low miles $13,990 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

AUTOS FOR SALE

EMPLOYMENT

FISHING MISC.

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.

GREAT DEAL 2012 Lincoln MKZ. Black exterior with tan leather interior & wood grain.

Only 39,000 miles. Asking $14,500. Call Nicole for additional info 305407-5180.

LEIGH ANN’S COFFEE HOUSE looking for full-time kitchen 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

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 6 14 - 4 0 0 - 6 3 51 SOLD IN LESS THAN 4 DAYS!

Advertising sales 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.

AUTOS WANTED ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

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

EMPLOYMENT

Part-time Receptionist Nights & Weekends. Plantation Key Nursing Center, Tavernier, FL. To apply for position, please submit your resume to BOL@ PLANTATIONKEYNC.COM 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.

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 rathon l uthe ran@ gmail.com 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

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 RENT RESIDENTIAL House for Rent, 2/2 fully furnished. Utilities included.

Available May thru Sept. 2017.

Email Jennifer: j j p owe l l 3 4 0 @g m a i l . com.

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

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 IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 16-CP-141-P IN RE: THE ESTATE OF PATRICIA M. SILVER, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of PATRICIA M. SILVER, deceased, whose date of death was October 26, 2016 and whose social security number is XXX-XX-4812, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set

LEGAL NOTICES forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate upon 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 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 the first publication of this notice is March 3, 2017.

Personal Representative: ROBERT FELDMAN 2915 Drexel Drive Houston, TX 77027 Perlman, Bajandas, Yevoli & Albright, P.L. Counsel for Petitioner 283 Catalonia Avenue, Suite 200, Coral Gables, Florida 33134 T: 305.377.0086 F. 305.377.0781 By: John W. Annesser, Esq. Florida Bar No. 98233 Richard A. DeCicca, Esq. Florida Bar No. 48733 Publish: March 3 & March 10, 2017 The Weekly Newspapers

LEGAL NOTICES 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 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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2017-CP-06-M Middle Keys

Publish: February 24 & March 3, 2017

IN RE: ESTATE OF STEVEN F. ZARMSKY, Deceased.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT,

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

The Weekly Newspapers

IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 17-DR-161-K Division: Family Dedrick Bethea, Petitioner, and Cassandra Mitchell, Respondent.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE

LEGAL NOTICES (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: Cassandra Mitchell ADDRESS: Unknown YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Dedrick Bethea whose address is 2200 Fogarty Avenue, Key West, Florida 33040, on or before April 7, 2017 and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Notice of Current Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address on record at the clerk’s office.

WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.

Dated: Februrary 24, 2017 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Publish: March 3, March 10, March 17 and March 24, 2017 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of MID KEYS SPORT FISHING, located at 136 BIMINI DRIVE, in the county of MONROE, in the city of MARATHON, FLORIDA 33050, intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

WILLIAM S.MOORE Publish: March 3, 2017 The Weekly Newspapers

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844

Help Wanted

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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MARATHON YACHT CLUB

NOW HIRING

Server / Bartender

Front of House Manager

Work on the Ocean

Full time position managing bar and FOH server staff 3 years leadership experience required Excellent compensation and benefits NO SUMMER LAYOFFS Send resume to:

mike@marathonyachtclub.com

Private Swim club hiring server/bartender Apply in Person

The Cabana Club 425 E. Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach 305-743-4443

EOE

Marina, Bar & Grill

NOW HIRING: Full time and Part time positions for

Servers, Dock hand/Cashier Full time receives Benefits/Vacation pay

Apply in Person: 1200 Oceanview Avenue (Off 15th Street)

Marathon (305) 743-5317

HIRING Assistant Branch Operations Manager Assistant BSA Officer Branch Manager Business Analyst Consumer Loan Manager Lead Teller Loan Servicing Assistant Manager Portfolio Analyst Teller VP/Regulatory Compliance/BSA Officer

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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 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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Now open TO THE PUBLIC!

18-Hole Golf Course Tennis Courts Golf & Tennis Lessons Available

Let’s go Fishing!

MARATHON LADY DOCKS U.S.1 at Vaca Cut Bridge Mile Marker 53 Marathon, FL

305.743.5580

Marathon Lady • 73’ Party Boat www.MARATHONLADY.net

305.743.2551 floridakeyscc.com 4000 Sombrero Blvd

Visit Henry Flagler's Historic Pigeon Key

305-743-5999 Daily Historical Tours At 10am, 12pm, & 2pm • www.pigeonkey.net

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844

Help Wanted Snack Bar Counter Person Work on the Ocean Private Swim club hiring P/T counter person Apply in Person

The Cabana Club 425 E. Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach 305-743-4443

MARATHON YACHT CLUB

NOW HIRING

HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

BARTENDER Full Time (40 hrs)

Marina Store Clerk Bartender, Servers, Busperson, and Food Runners.

Please apply on line at www.spottswood.com/careers or on site 13201 Overseas Highway. EOE m/f/d/v

Lead servers 1st & 2nd shifts FT/PT

Bussers FT/PT

NO SUMMER LAYOFFS Send resume to:

mike@marathonyachtclub.com

Or apply in person 825 33rd Street, Marathon EOE

LET’S DO BUSINESS - (305)743-0844 We Service and Sell Marine A/C, Refrigeration, Watermakers, Batteries, Solar Systems, Anything Electrical!

• Serving Ocean Reef to Key West since 1976

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305-289-1150

www.saltservice.net 2992 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 Showroom MM 48.5

| SALT SERVICE, INC.

Florida Solar Contractor CVC 56734

MARCH HARE MARINE SERVICES

New Swimming Pools

CERTIFIED MARINE SURVEYS

Fiberglass and Concrete Remodeling and Plastering

MASTER MARINE SURVEYOR SERVING ALL THE KEYS

office: cell: e-mail:

CALL FOR A FREE QUOTE TODAY.

305-743-3368 305-240-4487 mhms@juno.com CAPTAIN DAVID A. FOLEY

Lic# CPC1457751

305-849-8063 • Marathon, FL

LICENSED CFC1427241

10700 5TH AVENUE GULF P. O. BOX 500995 MARATHON, FLORIDA KEYS 33050

Richard Chafe Electrical LLC Master Electrician State Certified Lic# EC13005780

Now Hiring

Waitstaff, Food Runners & Hosts 305-849-1795 Marathon rchafe0@gmail.com Do It Right The First Time!

Great Opportunity to work year round!

Please apply in person daily at 3pm.

Sparky's Landing! (305) 684-9799

LIFE ON THE LINE BAIT DELIVERY SERVICE

LIVE

FRESH

FROZEN

PILCHARDS - PINFISH - CRABS BALLYHOO - HOMEMADE CHUM & MORE ISLAMORADA TO KEY WEST CALL FOR PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

BUSINESS: (305) 998-4854

CELL: (813) 480-4137

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let’s do business - (305) 743-0844

s ’ a n a D AIR CONDITIONING Lic # CAC 1818326

VACATION RENTALS 305-390-2315 WWW.KEYSRENTALSONLINE.COM

COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL www.danasairconditioning.com

Ice Machines • Pool Heaters • Service Agreements Phone: (305)289-9498 Fax: (305)743-8810

Spalling Repairs

Lic. #CGC 1515665 #CFC 1428730

Concrete Restoration Concrete Butterfly Steps New Construction Floors/Tile Docks

Specializing in Concrete Restoration

(305) 735-4042

WWW.ROYAL-CREST.COM

“SHUT YOUR WINDOWS, SHUT YOUR DOORS, YOU AIN’T GONNA BE HOT NO MORE”

Brenda Symonds 10055 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 Your Florida Keys Realtor

Cell 305-394-7882 brendasymonds1@gmail.com Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

Great Prices, Good Service, Good People Joel & Bonnie Cadbury Licensed & Insured Lic # CAC056987

Call the Experts!

305-289-1748

2735 OVERSEAS HWY MARATHON, FL 33050

HOME WATCH AND MAINTENANCE We will care for your piece of paradise, big or small, with a can-do attitude OTSProperties.com RANDY CURRELLY 305-304-9373 | randal.currelly@gmail.com

Barbara Sanchez Home & Offices Expertly Cleaned Fast Dependable Service “We Clean Your Place, Like it Was Our Place”

Featured Partner

Call Debbie or Lani at 305 743 7575 ** Don’t miss out on our Princess Cruise Sale ** Email us at stw@seatheworldtravel.com Business hours: MON-TUE-THU-FRI 9am to 4pm Appointments by request.

Excellent References Upon Request

305-766-0819 305-924-0179

Nails by Ivis

Licensed & Insured Contractor # CACO53827

ARTIC TEMP, INC. Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

Residential, Commercial & Marine Ice Machine - Sales - Service Phone: (305) 743-5288

Manicures • Pedicures Acrylics • Gelish • Facials • Waxing

5177 Overseas Highway Live The Keys Like a Local To buy or rent call Kim Portner at 305-916-8668 Specializing in Unique Properties

Real Estate Courses MARATHON - ENROLL NOW! •Pre and Post License Courses •Broker Pre and Post License Courses •Continuing Education •3 Hour Core Law •Reactivation Course Classes conducted by DADE REAL ESTATE SCHOOL 786-478-6490 Take Place at the Marathon & Lower Keys Association of Realtors offices 5800 O/S Hwy, Suite 15, Marathon

(Between Office Depot & Main Post Office)

Marathon, FL 33050 305-289-1631

www.marathonhairandnailsalon.com

Specializing in Color and Highlights Haircuts Keratin Treatments

Beach Style to GO. Posh Gifts & Decor featuring THIBAUT designs

5177 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 (Between Office Depot and Main Post Office)

305-289-1631 www.marathonhairandnailsalon.com

5190 Overseas Highway Marathon 305 922 2033

Fax: (305) 743-6887

MARATHON WEEKLY / MARCH 03, 2017

let’s do business - (305) 743-0844 Rent the Legendary Keys Cruisers $45 per week includes baskets-locks-lights

We also rent Kayaks

Free Delivery, Free Pick Up & Free Snow Removal Marathon and Key Colony Beach

305-743-3204

www.bikemarathonbikerentals.com

All Keys Real Estate

Brenda Alexander

Broker Associate

10055 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 305-481-5156 (Direct) www.KeysIslandSales.com Brenda@KeysIslandSales.com

Selling The Florida Keys...

Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

NEW & REPAIR

305-664-0099 www.TikiHuts.com

STATE CERTIFIED THATCHING CONTRACTOR CYC 000002

Karen Raspe, P.A. karen@acresales.com 305.393.9010

9141 Overseas Hwy. Marathon, FL 33050

Kitchen Cabinets Sales REAL Wood Cabinets at Particle Board Prices KitchenKorner/Fred's Beds 1333 O/S Hwy, MM 53.5 • 305-743-7277

Floor & Wall Tiles Porcelain/Planks Marble Carpets Quartz & Granite Countertops

Lic#SP-3562

We Do Installations!

Licensed & Insured

FREE ESTIMATES U.S.1 & 109th St, Marathon (Across from Beall’s Outlet)

289-3019

DOT PALM, Inc. LANDSCAPING & TREE SERVICES

SP 3636

TREE CLIMBER WANTED F R E E E S T I M AT E S FREE

MULCH

WWW.DOTPALMS.COM

Sportfishing Adventures

Dolphin-Tuna-Wahoo-Billfish-Snapper-Grouper-Shark Deep Sea –Off Shore-Reef-Wrecks-Gulf

info@johnnymaddoxcharters.com

305-481-3259

Keys Fisheries Market & Marina Mile Marker 48.5, Marathon End of 35th Street Bayside

LEARN HOW TO DANCE Ballroom & Latin Dance Private & Group Lessons First Lesson Free!

Theo & Ganine’s DANCE CENTER 305-766-3428 Gulfside Village #40

Gift Certificates Available

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Jo Ann Cook and Curtis Skomp, Broker/Owners • www.RemaxAllKeys.com

Spring Ahead with A Great Deal!

Don’t Forget to Set Your Clocks Saturday Night – March 11th

Gulfpointe 1 – Pool and Tennis 12690 O/S Hwy, Unit #51, Marathon

Spacious 4 Bedroom ~ 4 Bath 431 8th Street, Key Colony Beach

Brand New – Waterfront Home 714 W 63rd Street, Marathon

Flamingo Island Building Lot Lot 38 Ocotillo, Marathon

2/2.5 | 1,387 sf | $399,000 | MLS: 574310

4/4 | 2,116 sf | $799,000 | MLS: 574391

4/2 | 1,494 sf | $592,500 | MLS: 573900

12,000 sf | $84,900 | MLS: 574167

Castillo Del Sol – 3 Units Available 799 W Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach Direct Ocean Starting at $699,000

Grassy Key Direct Ocean Front 58652 Overseas Hwy, Grassy Key

Deep Water Access Golf Course Home 2557 Sombrero Blvd, Marathon

Tradewinds Waterfront Condo 5301 Ocean Terrace #2, Marathon

3/4 | 2,743 | $1,495,000 | MLS: 573307

2/3 | 1,800 sf | $945,000| MLS: 573771

1/1 | 656 sf | $199,000 | MLS: 574263

Adorable & Affordable Single Family 432 80th Street, Marathon 3/2 | 991 sf | $319,000 | MLS: 574437

Ramrod Key Boating Neighborhood 27348 St Vincent Lane, Ramrod

Close to the Boat Ramp 7930 Aviation Boulevard, Marathon

Long Beach Estates Oceanfront 1073 Long Beach Drive, Big Pine Key

2/1 | 900 sf | $459,000 | MLS: 574109

2/2 | 1,092 sf | $339,000 | MLS: 574090

3/2 | 1,734 sf | $1,295,000 | MLS: 573686

Spacious Waterfront Half Duplex 480 10th Street, Key Colony Beach 2/2 | 1,424 sf | $599,000 | MLS: 573652

Gulf Side Home with Guest House 2755 Grouper Drive, Marathon

One Minute Walk to the Beach 511 Avenida Primiceria, Marathon

Attention Calling All Investors 600 51st Street, Marathon

4/3 | 1,920 sf | $750,000 | MLS: 573982

3/2 | 2,231 sf | $1,495,000 | MLS: 573441

10/10 | 5,689 sf | $1,725,000 | MLS: 574441

88539 Overseas Highway Tavernier (MM 88.5) (305) 664-8885

10055 Overseas Highway Marathon (MM 52) (305) 735-4095

98880 Overseas Highway Key Largo (MM 98.8) (305) 451-0060

410 Caroline Street Key West (305) 296-1400