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KEY WEST WEEKLY / APRIL 21, 2017 HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

Earth Day! Yes, that time of year again where we look around and think, we can do better. Our home is a precious resource, one that we need to save, honor, celebrate — not, repeat not, treat like a frat house. Stop the plundering and pillaging, halt the littering and be kind to Mother Nature - because she can be a real beast when teed off. Down here, our land, waters and animals mean more to us than a shopping mall. So we asked locals ...

What do we need to focus on preserving in the Keys?

“Save the conch shells,” said Bria Ansara, “People don’t realize they shouldn’t touch them.” And who would we be without them?

“Green sea turtles,” said young Harry Ursitty, “because they are my favorite animal.” Spoken like a true Keys kid.

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“Save the third largest barrier reef in the world, of course,” said Carly Shabo, worker with Reef Relief. Basically, save our back yard!

“It’s obvious to me we have to keep saving the turtles!” said Bridget Jiriden. We really do love our turtles down here.

“We don’t think enough about the seagrass. Without it our water wouldn’t be clear, our reef protected, so many things, “ said Janet Snell, “We need to make sure boaters are more responsible.”

As in, stop running over the grass ...

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Friday, April 21 • FKCC student art show opening, 5 to 7 p.m., Library Gallery, Key West campus • Kick off and Conch Shell Blowing Contest at 7 p.m. at Schooner Wharf, Key West.

• Key West High School baseball military free night for at 7:15 p.m. at Rex Weech Field.

• Free movies in the park: “Oceans” at 8 p.m. at Bayview Park, Key West.

April 22-23 Pops Stiglitz softball tournament at Marathon Community Park.

Saturday, April 22 • Earth Day cleanup from 7 to 11 a.m. starting from Stock Island fire station.

• Earth Day yard sale from 8 a.m. to noon at Florida Keys Community College, Stock Island.

• Free Earth Day celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bahia Honda State Park, MM 37.

• Great Conch Republic Drag Race from 2 to 5 p.m. on Duval Street, Key West.

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• Paella cook off from 5 to 8 p.m. at Little White House, Key West.

• Conch Republic Royal Investiture at 6 p.m. at Rick’s/Durty Harry’s, Key West. #kristenforqueen • Paulie’s Conch reunion from 6 to 11 p.m. at Northside Drive cul-de-sac.

• The Original Wailers concert at 6 p.m. at Higgs Beach.

• Free concert in the garden at 7 p.m. at Key West library.

Sunday, April 23 • Key West Chamber’s “Tiger in the Woods” Golf Tournament at 7 a.m. at Key West Golf Club.

• Michelle’s Willie Wonka Chocolate Festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Southernmost House, Key West.

• Charity BINGO with Q-Mitch at 4 p.m. at 801 Bourbon Street, upstairs in Key West.

• AIDS Help Vintner’s Dinner at 6 p.m. at Casa Marina, Key West.

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

• Poetry Guild’s “Dead Key West Poets Speak” event at 7 p.m. at Key West library.

Monday, April 24 • Girls Night Out from 5 to 7 p.m. at Isle Cook, Key West.

• Taste of Key West from 6 to 9 p.m. at Mallory Square, Key West.

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o the delight of many Keys children, the 15th annual Michelle’s Willie Wonka Chocolate Festival will take place this Sunday, April 23. Local lawyer and philanthropist Michael Halpern began the festival with his wife Michelle as a sweet, fun-filled day to raise money for the Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys. Since Michelle’s passing in 2012 from cancer, her name now graces the title, recalling the spirit and dedication the Halperns have devoted to helping others with the disease. The Cancer Foundation says, “100 percent raised, stays,” – meaning all event proceeds, from the $10 donation at the door and beyond, go directly to patients up and down the Keys who need assistance.

HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

Halpern is no stranger to giving back to the community. He is the only lawyer to win the Florida Bar Pro Bono Service Award twice for the thousands of hours he has given in free legal service. And his more recent project, building the new Learning Center, has resulted from a massive fundraising and community effort spearheaded by Halpern.

Modest, Halpern shies away from the spotlight, instead shining it on the people of Key West who need it the most.

Head to the Southernmost House Sunday but get there early, at 10:45, and watch The Butterfly Conservatory’s release of butterflies in Michelle’s honor. The day will be filled with chocolate treats, games, music, and even a hula hoop competition. And meet the man behind the golden ticket, Michael Halpern.

BEHIND THE GOLDEN TICKET

Michael Halpern celebrates Michelle’s Willie Wonka Chocolate Festival 15th annual Michelle’s Willie Wonka Chocolate Festival @ The Southernmost House 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. $10 donation

1. Full Name? Michael Halpern.

2. Worst nickname? Mickey.

3. Do you have a life credo or motto?

Never let your burdens define you.

4. What is something you never thought would happen in your life, and surprisingly changed everything? I met the love of my life, Michelle.

5. What’s one thing you have yet to achieve on your “bucket “ list and one thing you did achieve? Invisibility and not nearly enough.

6. Who’s your favorite TV or movie lawyer? Joe Pesci in “My Cousin Vinny.”

7. If you could grant Key West one wish, what would it be? That people would focus more on their own conduct and less on their neighbors.

8. If you were invisible, what would you do in Key West? Protect all the children and animals at risk.

9. Favorite guilty pleasure? Single malt Scotch and Cuban cigar.

10. What is your nerdiest passion?

Watching the Hallmark Channel at Christmas.

11. If not a lawyer, then what dream job would you have? President of Doctors without Borders.

12. If you could have lunch with one famous person, whom would you choose? Judge Ed Scales on the day he did not forget his wallet.

Finish these sentences.

13. My autobiography would be titled … “Better to Give, But Even Better to Forgive.”

14. One secret I shall never tell … I once saw a lawyer tell the truth.

15. When I go, I will go … quietly.

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BUG FIX

Here goes the first test run of 20,000 Wolbachia-infected males from Mosquitomate.

Tubes filled with 1,000 males contaminated with the bacterium were released by Beth Ransom from Mosquito Control on Stock Island on April 18, in hopes of reducing mosquito reproduction. These are NOT genetically altered mosquitoes; the bacterium renders them sterile and unable to reproduce with females. For 12 weeks, two times a week, mosquitoes will be released and compared to a control site elsewhere in the Keys. Stock Island is the first trial in the state. HAYS BLINCKMANN/Keys Weekly

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‘IT SHOULD BE A HOLIDAY’ Grouper season opens May 1 KRISTEN LIVENGOOD kristen@keysweekly.com

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he first day of hunting season up north is like a holiday,” said Castaway Waterfront Restaurant owner John Mirabella, who is hosting the “Uno De Mayo” grouper and lionfish tournament on May 1. “The opening day of grouper season should be a holiday, too.”

In the spirit of keeping things simple, Castaways and Tilden’s Dive Center are hosting the first opening day tournament in the Middle Keys — even though it falls on a Monday.

“I’ve been wanting to do this for quite some time,” he said.

“And, now that I have more space to do it, we were able to throw this together rather quickly.”

Mirabella just bought the marina property adjacent to the 15th Street restaurant, and is hoping to fill the canal with boats for the tournament weighin. “The spearos will be able to spend more time on the water and get the party started faster, since the weigh-in and party can be reached by boat,” he said.

For a tournament in its first year, he said, he hopes for 25 participants, with proceeds benefiting Sanctuary Friends Foundation of the Florida Keys.

“Castaways and Tilden’s have always been a huge supporter of our projects and with the lionfish eradication efforts in the Keys,” said Monroe County Mayor and Sanctuary Friends Board Chairman George Neugent.

Mirabella has had lionfish on his menu since the invasive fish first showed up in Florida Keys waters. His lionfish recipes have been shared around the world and in very fine publications such as the Keys Weekly and National Geographic. Wendy Hall of Tilden’s Scuba Center, also a champion of lionfish eradication, hosts an annual lobster and lionfish tournament during lobster mini season.

REEF Environmental Education Foundation hosts free lionfish collection and handling workshops and lionfish dives in several locations throughout the Keys. Workshops teach ways to catch and handle the venomous spines on lionfish, and include practice time with professionals during a skills dive to collect the invasive species. To register for the workshops, visit reef.org. Upcoming events include:

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The registration fee is $65 with a captain’s meeting (including sushi, beer, tournament hat, and six tank fills) on Sunday, April 30 at 6 p.m. at Tilden’s Dive Center in Marathon. The weigh-in fiesta will be held on Monday, May 1 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Castaway’s Waterfront Restaurant. Additional fiesta tickets for family and friends can be purchased for $25.

Prizes include gift cards to Tilden’s Scuba Center and Big Time Bait and Tackle, stays and dinners at local resorts and restaurants, fillet knives, and more. There will also be a raffle of other prizes for $5 tickets.

Categories include largest grouper, total weight of three grouper and all lionfish, and largest lionfish. To register or for more information, call Wendy at Tilden’s at 305-743-7255.

Grouper season starts Monday, May 1 at midnight.

• Saturday, April 22 and Saturday, May 11, workshop from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Florida Keys Eco Discovery Center and dive at 1:30 p.m. from Captain’s Corner Dive Center, both in Key West.

• Saturday, April 29, workshop from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Aquarium Encounters in Marathon, followed by a dive at 1 p.m. from Dive Duck Key. • Saturday, May 20, workshop from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Big Pine Key library with dive at 12:30 p.m. from Looe Key Reef Resort and Dive Center.

• Saturday, June 3, workshop from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at REEF Headquarters in Key Largo with a dive following at 12:30 p.m. from Horizon Divers.

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Key West Garden Club, Sunday, May 30th 1100 Atlantic Blvd. next to Salute’s!

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May 5th-7th, 2017

Shelter Bay Marine Pre-Fish Tournament 8am-5pm

7pm-9pm Kick-off Party & Final Registration for Shelter Bay Marine Pre-Fish Tournament @ The Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters (Mile Marker 53.1 Bayside)

Weight-in @ Shelter Bay Marine, 77 Coco Plum Dr. 4pm-5pm

Sun, May 7th Day 2/Final Day Fishing Lines in at 8a, out at 3:30p

Weigh-in 4p – 6p Hawks Cay Marina

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May Sands Montessori Charter School Art Show

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ast Saturday was May Sands Montessori Charter School’s annual art show at the Stone Soup Art Gallery. The kids of the May Sands school work hard for months creating sculptures and paintings to sell helping the school’s fundraising efforts. Delighted young artists sold their artwork to proud parents and friends, as more than 100 pieces of art changed hands, thanks to the efforts of art teacher Bria Ansara.

—Weekly Staff report

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1. Erin Saulnier is all smiles as she shows her mother, Helen Rebane, her art.

2. Montessori parent Layla Barr caters the event with gourmet foods and chats with Andrea Ippolito, a friend and fellow mom.

3. The Head of School Lynn Barras always loves the event, with teacher Penny Maun.

4. Morgan Ippolito helps out by serving Bria Ansara and the talented Erin Mckenna.

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he Zonta Club of Key West will hold its 35th Annual Radio Day on Friday, April 28 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Bottle Cap Lounge, 1128 Simonton St. A live remote broadcast on WEOW 92.7 will showcase pre-recorded radio spots by local businesses that support the club’s mission of helping local women and children.

The event includes an outdoor block party with music by Total Recall, Centennial Bank’s Weenie Wagon, a silent auction, celebrity bartenders, and a reverse chance drawing.

Proceeds from the event support Zonta scholarships for Key

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There will only be 250 tickets sold for the reverse chance drawing at $50 a piece. Prizes will go to the 1st, 50th, 100th, 150th, 200th and 249th tickets drawn, with the last ticket winning $4,500. To buy tickets, or purchase a radio spot, call Carolyn at 305-797-6558 or go to zontakeywest.com under Radio Day.

West High School students, the Heart Health Initiative, which offers free heart screenings annually, and Journey to Success, which offers training and practical tips to assist women in employment opportunities or advancing their careers.

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Earth Day celebration at Bahia Honda The Friends of Bahia Honda State Park is holding a free children-friendly Earth Day birthday party near the park’s Nature Center on Saturday, April 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with free entrance to the park during those hours.

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IN TALLAHASSEE

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1. MARC House Executive Director Diana Flenard and Monroe County Attorney Bob Schillinger were among the 98 residents representing the Florida Keys in Tallahassee.

2. Upper Keys businessman Bobby Wallace-Hill, Monroe County Public Defender Robert Lockwood, State Representative Holly Raschein and Key Largo activist Audra Hill mingle at the courtyard reception of the Capitol buildings.

3. Key West Mayor Craig Cates and Monroe County Mayor George Neugent enjoy refreshments after a day of meeting with state legislators. Florida Keys Day always concludes with a reception featuring Keys cuisine, like conch fritters, key lime pie and fish dip, and leaves a lasting impression on the legislators.

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4. Islamorada Councilman Mike Forster serves a Sandbar Sunday beer to Marathon Councilman Mark Senmartin during the reception held in the courtyard between the old and new capitol buildings in Tallahassee. The event was sponsored by a number of local businesses including Waste Management and Historic Tours of America.

5. Javier and Jeanna Garrido chat with Governor Rick Scott during a photo op in the Cabinet Meeting Room.

The Garridos hold administrative roles in the Key West hospitality industry — Javier as manager of Key West Vacation Homes and Jeanna as the director of development and special events for the Truman Little White House.

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6. State Attorney Dennis Ward reflects on the day’s meetings with Assistant County Administrators Kevin Wilson and Christine Hurley.

7. Florida Keys Day also serves as a time for community activists from throughout the county to catch up on local issues — including Key West Chamber of Commerce President Greg Sullivan, left, Key Largo Fisheries’ owner Rick Hill and Key West Chamber Executive VP Virginia Panico.

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FLORIDA KEYS DAY Conch fritters served in Capitol courtyard

Florida Keys Community College President Jonathan Guevera, Monroe County Clerk Kevin Madok and FIRM President Mel Montagne take a break from morning meetings.

A number of top officials from state agencies met with the delegation for question-andanswer sessions.

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he annual political pilgrimage to Tallahassee took on special meaning this past week as Monroe County elected officials and administrators visited to the capital to lobby legislators on issues affecting the Keys.

Created in 2009 by State Representative Holly Raschein, Florida Keys Day is now one of the most popular lobbying events, because legislators appreciate the travel challenges as well as the courtyard reception featuring Keys fare like conch fritters, Key lime pie and rum punch. This year’s event even featured a performance by Marathon Councilman John Bartus.

Now a year removed from the passage of the Florida Keys Environmental Stewardship Act (FKESA), some state officials say the $5 million annual commitment is at risk, as bills funding Everglades restoration left little money for other projects.

“I am hopeful we will be part of the final budget negotiation and will certainly be grateful for whatever we can bring home,” said Raschein. “We are just as important as the Everglades. We are a vital resource to the state of Florida and our economy depends on a pristine environment – which is in line with the Everglades policy.”

This year 98 individuals — including elected officials from the county and each of the five municipalities — joined administrators, CEOs and community activists to bring a unified voice to the Capitol.

“We are all facing the same problems and in need of the same funding to accomplish our goals — which is to keep nearshore waters pristine,” said Islamorada Mayor Jim Mooney during the courtyard reception. “We are so complicated down there that there is no simple answer in the Florida Keys.”

The delegation’s schedule included meetings with the Office of Insurance Regulation, where members of FIRM and Ocean Reef’s David Ritz grilled OIR Commissioner David Altmaier on the risk models in relation to windstorm premiums.

Other presenters included FWC, the Surgeon General, Department of Economic Opportunity and Visit Florida President Ken Lawson, who praised the Keys representative for stepping in to support the tourismbased agency when house budget cuts threatened its existence.

“Representative Raschein is a real leader, someone that is a friend to me and will stand up for your community,” Lawson told the group.

“Tourism is the backbone of our economy and community and Visit Florida has been extremely effective in the Keys, spending a million dollars here alone,” Raschein said.

Florida Keys Day was sponsored by a number of local businesses and organizations from Ocean Reef to Key West.

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INFRASTRUCTURE

The busy ‘ramp’ at the airport serving four commercial airlines.

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CHECKING IN AT EYW WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE KEY WEST AIRPORT HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

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onald DeGraw, director Of Key West Airport, has a lot of pride in the vast improvements at the Key West International airport, and deservedly so. Key West may have the smallest runway in the country for commercial airlines (4,801 feet to be exact) but EYW does big business, and does it well. Usually a small airport would sit on 1,000 acres. But settled on a cozy 334, the Key West Airport accommodates almost a million passenger a year with a 98 percent approval rating according to feedback.

Despite Delta’s emergency this week when the flight crew noticed something unusual during preflight and de-boarded a plane, things run fairly smoothly at the little airport. Taking a tour of EYW with DeGraw, there is a lot to learn and a lot happening in the future.

“Always great to see the smiling faces when people land, so happy when they get here and always say, Do I have to leave?”

—Murray Cox, Monroe County Sheriff’s runway patrol.

The Mamava—the latest in privacy for breastfeeding mothers is also equipped with a suggestion sheet and fan.

HAYS BLINCKMANN/Keys Weekly

DeGraw holds a degree in aeronautical studies/management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach and has been in the airport business for more than 20 years. Leaving behind snow-filled runways in Vermont, Yellowstone, and New York’s JFK, DeGraw began as assistant director in 2013 and became full director when Peter Horton retired in January 2015. “I am really happy about how we listen to our customers.

We are constantly improving and making adjustments, and the vast majority of our feedback is positive. Even our TSA [screen point] has little to no waiting time.” Not many airport directors can tout that!

So why is EYW so different? DeGraw was more than happy to answer.

What about over booking? Is that a big issue for EYW? Yes, it happens, flights run full, but generally, passengers will accept a voucher. The average is around $1,000. But it’s never really been a big issue … Who doesn’t want to stay a little longer in Key West?

The recent Chicago incident involving the police, could you see that happening here? No, our law enforcement officers are so in tune with our customers, they really understand people. I don’t think that would ever be an issue for us.

Tuesday’s scare with the Delta flight seemed to be under control fairly quickly.

Is that right? The airport and its law enforcement partners worked together flawlessly and cleared the flight for take-off when the aircraft and passengers were re-screened.

Who monitors the airfield?

How many arrests a year? The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is always on hand. Luckily we have very few arrests a year, mostly it is just trespassing or someone causing a disturbance; not passengers usually. In January, we had an incident when a woman tried to conceal a weapon (a boxcutter) in a book; that was pretty out of the ordinary.

How many emergencies a month? There’s usually about three — minor things like smoke, landing gear malfunctions or just flat tires. We just had a Cessna land with only one engine working, but that went smoothly.

How many EMS calls a year? About 100. Again, mostly minor things; often escalator mishaps because we have the only one in the Keys!

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How much lost luggage? (laughing) Well, that rarely happens unless someone forgot to put the bag on the plane somewhere else.

But around here, it doesn’t have far to go.

What’s planned for EYW? Right now we are replacing the ramp’s asphalt (the area where the commercial airlines load and unload) with concrete. It is a $10 million project (90 percent from federal government, 5 percent from the state, and 5 percent from passenger fees) which will provide a better surface for aircraft and reduce puddling that passengers sometimes have to traverse. It is being done in sections, at night, and will take a year to complete.

Also, we are entering phase 2 of a drainage project for flooding that costs $1 million. Eventually, we will resurface the runway and are looking to add 200 feet.

There has been talk of moving the airport to Boca Chica. Will that ever happen? Since the 1990s there has been that discussion. This airport sits at an elevation of 3 feet and Boca Chica is at 7 feet. If water levels keep rising, we don’t want to find ourselves in a crisis situation.

We have about 40 percent of a master plan in place.

Will low-cost carriers like Southwest come back to EYW? I am consistently trying to increase competition and good rates. The problem is only a handful of those carriers can operate on our runway.

Southwest has no interest at this time.

Will Uber or Lyft coming to Key West affect EYW? We will follow suit with whatever the City of Key West decides, but there will always be a taxi stand.

What passenger improvements are happening? Everyone is loving the “Mamava,” a private pod area for nursing mothers. The Arts Council provides new artwork consistently. There are charging stations in the passenger waiting area and, soon, there will be new chairs with actual work stations for laptop users. We worked with the Audubon Society to stripe the passenger tunnel windows to prevent bird strikes and are working on a “pet relief” area. The downstairs food and beverage area is expanding. And lastly, a volunteer-operated welcoming center at the luggage carousel helps with travelers’ questions when they arrive.

Last question. Why is that truck always zooming down the runway with its lights flashing?

It’s just to scare the birds away.

Local art is always on display.

HOW MANY PASSENGERS*?

2,200 A DAY / 800,000 A YEAR

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91,075 200 55,000 The number of passengers in March 2017.

The number for March 2016 was 84,481.

There were more passengers, however, when Southwest airlines was operating from EYW.

Number of airport employees, six are air traffic controllers.

Number of businesses operating at the airport.

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Number of take-offs/ landings in one year. Two-thirds are general aviation and one-third are commercial.

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Number of international flights a week; flights are bound for Cuba with 9 passengers aboard.

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Passengers clear customs every year.

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KWHS STUDENT OF THE WEEK

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

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

I am a member of Executive Board, Academic Challenge, Mu Alpha Theta, and Reef Relief.

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

I would say Dennis Whaley, because he helped me raise the bar for myself.

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

Applied Engineering; it taught me life lessons and skills that I can transfer to the real world.

What is your favorite social medium and why? Whom do you follow?

Instagram. I follow “Hoodclips” and other meme pages.

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

The coral reefs surrounding the Keys that maintain a viable ecosystem are on a steady decline. More research needs to be done to figure out solutions to restoring the coral reef habitats.

What are your plans after high school?

I plan to further pursue marine biology and study nature.

Do you think you will make the Keys your permanent home?

Why or why not?

I will not. I want something that is completely opposite.

Finish this sentence: Living in the Keys has taught me… what it’s like to be a Conch and that we shouldn’t take living on this island for granted.

ERIC WHITESIDE SENIOR

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Don’t burst the bubble

The Oldest House hosts bubble party for tots

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he Oldest House provided the garden and the Key West Art and Historical Society the bubbles, and together they made children giggle. Little ones came out to play on a lawn full of bubblicious wonder – big bubbles, little bubbles, here a bubble, there a bubble – proving it might actually be really great to live in a bubble. Children flocked to the Oldest House on April 15 for a quick morning of bubble play and a sing-along with Miss Jenney. Missed it? Don’t worry; there will be another one May 20.

—Weekly Staff report

HAYS BLINCKMANN/Keys Weekly

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1. Miss Audrey Edwards quickly gets the hang of bubbling.

2. Miss Teagan in her Easter bonnet isn’t about to let a bubble go by unnoticed.

3. Miss Jenney makes remarkable bubbles for the kids before leading them in songs.

4. It was all about bubble magic for Miss Elyn Simmons.

5. Three generations come to bubble — grandmother Liliane Anderson, left, with granddaughter Alizee and Angela Anderson.

6. Little Connor McCloud didn’t like being disturbed while ‘bubbling.’

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THIS WEEKEND

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The Chefs

Truman Little White House hosts paella cook off

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n Saturday, April 22 head on down to the Truman Little White House for the ultimate Valencian rice dish, paella. It’s the soul food of Spain. Seven well-known local chefs, amateur and professional, will be putting their dishes to the test between 5 and 8 p.m. The $25 entry fee will not only get you seven different tastes of paella and a splash of vino, it will help raise money for the Truman Little White House. Grab some friends for a fun night on the Truman lawn with a cash bar, live music and raffle. And don’t forget to vote for El Paella Rey. —Hays Blinckmann 1. Annie and Greg Curry The Curry family history in Key West dates back to the 1840s and they have an authentic paella recipe. Bubba Greg/ Coach Curry and his wife, Annie, recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary and 50 years of cooking Key West paella together!

2. Chris Belland Chris Belland retired from the bullfighting ring after a successful career, including training new fighters to take his place, not the least of whom were Manolete and El Cordobes. Needing a new challenge and finding Formula One too time consuming, he turned to the culinary field and found his place. Today, his paella is in demand from celebrities worldwide.

Enjoy!

3. Hank Kokenzie Hank is a fifth generation Conch and is leader of Team Angry Black Dog. His favorite style of cooking is Floribbean, using old Conch recipes and adding fresh local ingredients to his dishes. Team Angry Black Dog is made up of Hank the Chef, Melissa the support system, Kirby the mascot.

1 4. Martin Liz Chef, and culinary author, Martin M. Liz is a multiple-generation native Key West Conch. His natural creativity, coupled with classical training and a desire to preserve the largely lost, culinary traditions of his heritage, meld an exotic mix of Cuban, Bahamian, Afro-Caribbean and FrenchWest Indies with tastes that are exclusively, undeniably, Key West. He likes romantic sunsets and very long, spicy sentences.

5. Paul Toppino Paul Toppino is a native Conch. For the past 30 years, cooking has been his passion. Paul has traveled extensively — visiting most of the U.S., Central America, Far East, Africa and Europe. “I traveled to Pamplona, Spain in 2001, to run with the bulls. That’s where I first got interested in paella. I have been perfecting it ever since.“ He said this waving a red cape.

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6. Javier Garrido With roots in the Canary Islands and summers spent as a child in the northern part of Spain, Javier learned the art of cooking paella when he was just a pollito. Today he combines his family’s 300-year-old recipe with Cuban and Florida Keys seafood flair. Javier prepares the dish with his sous chefs, Andrew and Annabel.

7. Team Bubba Cuzzies Conchs Patrick Lewin and Ben McPherson could not resist the gravitation pull that fused this duo in their quest for a glorious, memorable destiny, involving heat if not actual fire.

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ENTERTAINMENT

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very musician has a different story about how he began a career in music. For Jared Konersman, that story has a few distinct chapters.

Growing up in St. Louis, Jared spent his childhood and teenage years practicing all his favorite bands’ music.

“Punk rock has always been the beat to my musical heart,” he said, and it was that passion for punk that started him on his musical journey – leading him to write two punk albums and actually go on tour with his punk band at age 20.

“The raw arrangements, energy and passion that good punk rock offers has always been so inspiring and enjoyable for me,” he said. But that was just Chapter One. Jared eventually left his punk band and took “the adult route,” as he calls it, going to college to study business. But it didn’t take long for his love of music to win out and set him on his second chapter. In his words, he “dropped out a few years later to move to Key West,” when he was invited by a friend to audition for The Durtbags — the house band at Durty Harry’s on Duval Street. Jared was hired in March 2010, and he smiles when he thinks about the audition, and about learning he got the gig. “I try to thank Ron Gregorcic of the Durtbags as much as possible for giving a crazy 23-year-old a chance!”

After playing with The Durtbags for three years, Jared jumped across the street to Irish Kevin’s, where he has been ever since, mainly performing the late night shows with his friend Jim Simonian on drums. These days, he said he is “just continuing to build my repertoire of good songs” — and working on expanding his styles of playing.

“I’ve always been a rhythm guitar player,” he said, “but lately I’ve been working on my lead chops — luckily there are some great players on this island I can look up to!”

When asked how he knew he should leave college and get back into the world of music, Jared smiles again and doesn’t think twice before answering. “When I have a guitar in my hand, I forget about everything. It’s better than any drug out there, I guarantee that.”

InTune (Editor’s note: Everyone’s switching it up a little bit — listening to podcasts instead of music. The educational snippets both amuse and inform. There are millions out there, so we used Wired Magazine’s Top 10 Podcasts of 2016.)

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Music is always a creative process that comes from the heart. It’s a feeling, a vibration, that we ride on.

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(Therapy cases from mundane to strange) — Wired Magazine

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Libations

Kimberly serves up coffees, wines and craft beers at The Green Pineapple Cafe. KRISTEN LIVENGOOD/Keys Weekly

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THE GREEN PINEAPPLE CAFE

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imberly drove down for a road trip four years ago and ended up staying in Key West. “It was an easy decision to stay,” she said.

Upon arrival, she immediately found a job at Grunts, where she still bartends, and has spent mornings and afternoons for the past two years at The Green Pineapple Cafe.

“I get some of the most interesting people coming through here,” she said from the bar area found in the back of The Green Pineapple boutique on Duval Street. “And I get to work with fun, great people.”

Her go-to wine: Decero, an Argentinian Malbec that she says has a good feel on the palate. The cafe also serves beer, coffees and teas. The menu is filled with mostly organic, house-made pastries and items that are good for the soul. Kimberly’s favorite is the Zen Bite.

“It’s a really popular protein peanut butter chocolate ball,” she said. The cafe is frequented by powerhouses from the yoga studio behind the store.

When she isn’t working, she likes hanging at the beach and cooking. On the specials menu at The Green Pineapple Cafe is one of her creations, Chana masala. “It’s an Indian dish, served hot,” she said. “It’s a lot like a curry dish.”

The Green Pineapple is located at 1130 Duval St.

Live Music LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB Mike Gillis – Friday, April 21 at 6 p.m.

Denis Hyland Quartet – Friday, April 21 at 8:30 p.m.

Wayne & Denis celebration – Saturday, April 22 at 8:30 p.m.

Barry Cuda & the Sharks – Sunday, April 23 at 8:30 p.m.

Open jam w/ Larry Baeder - Monday, April 24 at 8:30 p.m.

Ericson Holt – Tuesday, April 25 at 8:30 p.m.

Mike Emerson – Wednesday, April 26 at 5:30 p.m.

Southernmost Brass Band – Wednesday, April 26 at 8:30 p.m.

Bobby Nesbit – Thursday, April 27 at 5:30 p.m.

Hal Howland Trio – Thursday, April 27 at 8:30 p.m.

GREEN PARROT Popa Chubby – Friday, April 21 through Sunday, April 23 Chuck Berry Tribute – Wednesday, April 26 at 5:30 p.m.

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he year was 1959. David and Charlotte Elwell had just moved to Marathon from New Jersey and their first order of business was to open up a Cash & Carry grocery store at 1757 Overseas Highway in Marathon. Throughout the years, the building has stayed in the Elwell family.

“Old Town used to be the center hub of the community,” said Marathon’s Royal Furniture owner Ryan Elwell. “The times have changed.”

The Elwell family is moving the furniture warehouse from the 6,800 square feet 17th Street location to the new 15,000 square feet location at 6001 Overseas Highway in Marathon.

“It’s bittersweet,” said Elwell, who added that the move has been a long time coming. “But, we needed more space and more parking.”

First on his to-do list is the upcoming grand opening celebration taking place on Saturday, May 6. “I can’t take the credit for the idea,” Elwell said, citing his brother Christopher’s charitable notion. The Elwell family has been doing charitable events throughout the Keys for decades, with strong roots in Marathon branching to Key West.

“We finally have the space to be able to do more things in Marathon that give back to the community and we couldn’t be happier.”

As for the original building, major maintenance is planned for the dated space, which will continue to be a retail space, but nothing has been finalized yet.

“We appreciate all that the Elwell family does for children and families in our community, including donating 100 percent of the funds raised from the grand opening to help promote positive parenting and assist with necessities such as diapers, baby wipes and baby food.”

– Jeremy Wilkerson, Wesley House Family Services

Grand Opening Gala and Dinner for Wesley House Family Services On Saturday, May 6 from 6 to 9 p.m. Royal Furniture will be having a dinner to celebrate the grand opening of the new store in Marathon. The Iron Chefs will be cooking with an open bar, entertainment and silent auction, including a two-night stay at Little Palm Island, a stay at Faro Blanco with boat slip, a Lazy-Boy recliner, and more. Tickets are $75 and proceeds benefit Wesley House Family Services. Call 305-809-5000 to reserve a spot.

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‘Brief Encounters’ is all brand new

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hat do you get when you mix six great short plays, seven consummate actors, some clever Marky Pierson videos, the entire McDonald theatrical family, and stuff them all into the Red Barn Theatre for a couple of hours?

A whole lot of fun.

That’s what Short Attention Span Theatre has always been at the Red Barn, for both the audiences and the actors.

And after a two-year hiatus, the Red Barn is bringing back the spring playfest. SAST – as it’s referred to – opens Tuesday, April 25 for a threeweek run. Dubbed “Brief Encounters” and all new for 2017, the plays all deal with momentary encounters between people … or in some cases, talking penguins or dolphins. All curtains are at 8 p.m.

“We got a lot of help from Suzi Westfall at City Theatre in Miami,” said Mimi McDonald, managing director of Red Barn and one of the directors in this year’s SAST. “They have perfected the art of the short play there, and she sent me about fifty scripts. So we were able to find six really great ones, including some South Florida playwrights

Short Attention Span Theatre returns to the Red Barn Theatre for a three-week run starting Tuesday, April 25. LARRY BLACKBURN/Contributed

‘SAST’ BACK FOR MORE

like Rich Orloff, and the always-popular Shel Silverstein.”

Populating the plays will be some of the top talents from this season’s stage offerings at all of Key West’s theaters, including Marjorie Paul-Shook, Lisa Elena Monda, Erin McKenna, Susannah Wells, Gordon Mackey, Aramis Ikatu, and newcomer Cody Borah.

“It’s a great way for us to work with all these folks at once,” McDonald said, “and it lets us finish off the season with

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a bang … go out on a limb and just let it all hang out. I can’t tell you how much fun it is.”

Directing will be the entire McDonald clan, including Mimi, husband Gary, son Jack, daughter Amber McDonald Good, and close family friends Susannah Wells and Richard Grusin. “You can imagine what our dinners have been like lately,” McDonald said.

Marky Pierson, of Wonderdog Studios, along with Wells as cinematographer and director, will be providing video interludes.

“They’re very kitchy and goofy,” said Pierson, “but at the same time, well thought-out and executed. The gist is aliens and the kinds of encounters you can have with them – of the first, second, third kind. But given the show’s title – ‘Brief Encounters’ – you can guess how we’ll be dressed.”

Morgan Fraga stars with Pierson in the videos.

Short Attention Span Theatre will be the final mainstage production of the Red Barn’s season. There will be a catered after-party on Opening Night that ticketholders for that evening’s performance are welcome to attend.

Tickets are available at redbarntheatre. com/tickets or the box office at 305296-9911.

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1. Senior Property Manager for the City of Key West Marilyn Wilbarger talks with Chamber President and Waste Management’s Greg Sullivan, and Waste Management’s Sales Manager Paul Schneider.

2. Florida Keys Community College’s Henry Woods chats with Key Wester Stephanie Griffiths and Keys Federal Credit Union President and Chamber Director Scott Duszynski.

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The Rotary Club of Key West recently inducted monumental members to their coveted Hall of Fame, along with naming their Rotary Legends at the club’s 101st Anniversary Gala.

Among the honorees, the late Gerald “Moe” Mosher was named to the Hall of Fame. Mr. Moe was joined

by John Parks Jr and Edward Toppino,.

And Peter Batty, Pat Labrada, Robin Lockwood, Scott Oropeza and Virgina Panico were named amongst “Rotary Legends.” Panico, the EVP of the Marathon Chamber of Commerce, was the first female to be inducted—adding to a momentous evening at the Beachside Marriott.

The club also honored Chaz Jimenez with the Key West High School Coach of the Year. Yet the evening belonged to the incredible display of Key West legacies, as many of the inductees were introduced by their children and grandchildren, whom have all followed in the footsteps of Rotary’s “sevice before self.”

— Weekly Staff report BRITT MYERS/Keys Weekly 1. Former President Frank Herrada was joined by his wife Mercy, along with current Rotary President David Van Loon and wife Angela.

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3. ‘Mr. Frank’ Toppino is joined by his grandson, John, at the 101st Rotary Club of Key West Gala. Franks’s brother Edward was amongst the Hall of Fame inductees during the evening.

4. Hall of Fame inductee John Parks Jr. celebrated with his longtime friend Ed Swift of HTA. The two shared some fond memories on Mr. Moe (the late Gerald Mosher) who was also inducted.

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A

COMPANY

Break the vicious cycle!

Set yourself free from continuous concrete repair

One love, one heart

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305-735-4042 6677 Overseas Hwy

The Key West Rotary Club will present Reggae Moonsplash, featuring the Original Wailers, on Saturday, April 22 from 6 to 11 p.m. The Original Wailers, Grammy winners who have been touring for more than a decade, will headline the evening — led by Bob Marley’s guitarist, Al Anderson. The evening also features performances by Miami’s Spam Allstars and local stars Caffeine Carl & The Buzz with special guest Zack Seemiller. Tickets go on sale inside Salute Restaurant the day of the concert from 1 to 5 p.m. Gates open at 6 p.m. Blankets and chairs allowed; backpacks, coolers and outside drinks are not. CONTRIBUTED

BRIEFLY

KEITH MACDONALD and MONTESSORI CHILDREN’S SCHOOL Montessori Children’s School of Key West provides a complete and authentic Montessori environment that fosters a love of learning in children from 18 months to third grade.

A former Board President, Keith is always helping with computer and internet issues, and also helps with repairs and maintenance.

Keys Weekly, Danger Charters, and CFFK.

Volunteers needed for Stock Island cleanup The I Love Stock Island Initiative will hold its “Take Stock in the Rock” spring cleanup on Saturday, April 22 from 7 to 11 a.m. from Monroe County Fire Rescue Station #8 on Stock Island.

Volunteers are encouraged to wear close-toed shoes and bring plenty of sunscreen. This is not a bulk item cleanup; for free residential pickup of non-hazardous bulk items including mattresses, furniture, and more call Waste Management at 305-296-8297.

‘Dead Key West Poets Speak’ to celebrate National Poetry Month Key West Poetry Guild celebrates National Poetry Month with an encore presentation of its “Dead Key West Poets Speak” on Sunday, April 23 at 7 p.m. at Key West library. The public is invited to this special program which includes readings of the works of late Guild members: C.S. Gilbert, Lionel Valle, Capt. Edwin (Blinky) Crusoe and Carolyn Wonson. Also being read are a few Key West celebrity poets such as Tennessee Williams and Elizabeth Bishop. The program is free and open to all.

Conch Republic inducts Royal Family In a benefit for the Conch Republic Foster Children’s Fund, Wesley House Family Services, past queen Leigha Fox and current queen Julie Waters will host the Royal Investiture Party to elect a Royal Family of the Conch Republic on Saturday, April 22 at 6 p.m. at Rick’s/Durty Harry’s, 202 Duval St. Any serious or silly rank or position is acceptable, except king. In the event of multiple candidates for the lofty position of queen, the candidate earning the most votes will assume the title of queen. Others will be deemed “Queen(s) in Waiting.” Past positions have been held as Royal Bartender, Duchess of the Conch Republic, Royal Chaplain, Earl of Pizza, Royal Bubblier, and Royal Banker. To apply, visit welseyhouse.org or contact claire. hiller@wesleyhouse.org, or call 305809-5000.

Paulie’s Conch Reunion party and fundraiser All KWHS alumni and the public are invited to the annual Paulie’s Conch Block Party on Saturday, April 22 from 6 to 11 p.m. at the 3500 block of Northside Drive. This is a fundraiser for the local Elks Club & Youth Soccer and a great way to celebrate all things CONCH. Bring a favorite dish to share at the pot luck dinner and lawn chairs.

For more info, contact 305-509-7313.

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THEME: NATIONAL PARKS ACROSS 1. Trattoria staple 6. *The ____ River, Voyageurs National Park 9. Mowgli’s friend Bagheera 13. Grouchy Muppet 14. Simon & Garfunkel, e.g.

15. Echo sounder 16. Doled out cards 17. Singer Yoko 18. Q in PDQ 19. *Home to Devil’s Garden 21. *Every ____-grader gets a free pass 23. Family truck?

24. *____ Royale National Park in Michigan 25. Geological Society of America 28. Reduced Instruction Set Computer 30. Make slightly wet 35. Ice crystals 37. Alice Waters’ “____ Panisse” 39. Apprehensive 40. Deborah Kerr to Yul Brynner’s King Mongkut 41. Skeleton leg part 43. Military no-show 44. Nigerian money 46. Earth’s satellite 47. First queen of Carthage 48. Broadband predecessor 50. Pot contribution 52. Sophomore’s grade 53. Breathe after a race 55. Not in good health 57. *”Into the Wild” park 60. *Oldest national park east of Mississippi 63. Capital of Vietnam 64. British mom 66. Where to steel a kiss?

68. Passion 69. “Farewell” to Birdie 70. Church topper 71. Office furniture 72. Asian capital 73. Alleviated

DOWN 1. Pea container 2. On a cruise 3. Harry Potter’s mark 4. Face powder mineral, pl.

5. Head of the Round Table 6. “Without further ____,” pl.

7. *Going-to-the-____ Road in Glacier National Park 8. Hooves, alt. spelling 9. For, in France 10. Gram or pound 11. Speed of an object divided by speed of sound 12. One of Indiana Jones’ quests 15. Cry like a piglet 20. Give the boot 22. Like Methuselah 24. Watercraft with skis 25. *Canyon or Teton 26. Moses’ mountain 27. Embryo sacs 29. Door-stopping wedge 31. *Lake in Nevada desert 32. Small European gull 33. Make a canyon, e.g.

34. Leg cover 36. “Me and ___ and the Dying Girl” 38. *The Virgin River cuts through it 42. Mad hatter’s act 45. Live-in helper 49. Chum 51. Go by 54. Not in my backyard, in text 56. Parkinson’s disease drug 57. Truth alternative 58. Odds and ____ 59. Barnes & Noble reader 60. End of grace 61. Author Murdoch 62. Homesteader’s measure 63. Owned 65. Sailor’s affirmative 67. He had

Working Together for a GREENER Key West!

FOR PROGRAM INFORMATION, CONCERNS WITH SOLID WASTE SERVICES, OR TO BOOK A PRESENTATION, CONTACT:

CITY OF KEY WEST

305-809-3776

dgreen@cityofkeywest-fl.gov

KEYWESTRECYCLES.COM

RECYCLE IN CART

DO NOT

PAPER, CARDBOARD, MAGAZINES, JUNK MAIL, NEWSPAPER GLASS BOTTLES & JARS, PLASTIC BOTTLES & CONTAINERS, STEEL & ALUMINUM CANS, ALUMINUM FOIL, MILK & JUICE CARTONS

RECYCLE IN CART NO PLASTIC BAGS NO FOOD NO HOSES NO HEAVY ITEMS NO ROPES NO ELECTRONICS NO MIRRORS NO CHEMICLAS NO DISHES NO STYROFOAM

WASTE MANAGEMENT

CUSTOMER SERVICE 305-296-8297 CALL TO SCHEDULE BULKY WASTE PICKUP, REPORT A MISSED PICKUP AND ALL OTHER SERVICE REQUESTS

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 OFFICE SPACES FOR RENT

NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY FOR MONROE COUNTY HUMAN SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

Full & Part Time Positions.

Electronic applications for Monroe County Fiscal Year 2018 are now available to eligible 501(c)3 organizations. The new application is available on the Monroe County website on the Human Services Advisory Board page at: http://www.monroecounty-fl.gov/index.aspx?nid=318 Applications must be submitted electronically by 11:00 P.M. on May 30th 2017. Applications are reviewed and funding recommendations are made by the Human Services Advisory Board, appointed by the County Commission. All HSAB meetings are open to the public. For questions contact Laura deLoach-Hartle at deloachhartle-laura@monroecounty-fl.gov or 305-292-4482.

Apply in Person.

Grassy Key Outpost 58152 Overseas Hwy.

Office spaces Spaces Available 5000 up to 10,000 square feet in Cudjoe Key. Parking spaces also available. Located on US 1, Cudjoe Key. 305-304-0776

Rewarding stable jobs with excellent benefits!!!

P/T & F/T Housekeeping P/T Landscaper P/T Front Desk Positions available, apply in person or call (305) 289-1414 Must have transportation

MARATHON YACHT CLUB

NOW HIRING The Hammocks at Marathon

The Guidance/Care Center, Inc, a division of

BARTENDER

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES FT/PT

Full Time (40 hrs)

“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

SERVERS & BUSSERS

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc.

$250 Sign-On Bonus!

Send resume to:

IN MARATHON

office@marathonyachtclub.com

Or apply in person 825 33rd Street, Marathon

• Lead Maintenance Technician

• Behavioral Health Therapist • Accounts Receivable/Data Assistant • Direct Care Worker/BHT • Registered Nurse • Behavioral Health Tech (PT/FT) • Peer Support Specialist (PT) • Psychiatrist (PT, Contract)

• Activities Associate Camp Counselor Experience Outdoor activities a plus.

EOE

Under New Management

• Guest Services Agent/relief Audit

IN KEY WEST

GREAT BENEFITS:

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

Plantation Key Nursing Center

located in Tavernier, is seeking

C.N.A.

Need a Good Home!

2 Male Amazon Parrots in Marathon With large cage, age 17 yrs. old and great talkers… $1000 Call Joan (407) 973-7575

TO APPLY:

Online: jobs.bluegreenvacations.com

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

IN KEY LARGO/TAVERNIER

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

• Driver

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

HELP WANTED Cooks • Dishwasher • Maintenance Server Assistants • Marine Mechanic On Call Hair Stylist • Housekeeper P/T Overnight Kitchen Cleaner/Maintenance

Drug Free

GREAT COMPANY BENEFITS

2735 Overseas Highway Marathon 305-289-1748

Please apply in person at 28500 Overseas Highway, Little Torch Key

Apply at:

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Introducing THE PREMIER DESTINATION SITE FOR ALL OF THE FLORIDA KEYS

For more on how to market your business to the global market contact: info@allaboutfloridakeys.com WWW.ALLABOUTFLORIDAKEYS.COM

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

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 2015 CHEVY CRUZE LTZ $14,990, 2015 JOURNEY $14,990 2016 Chev Malibu Ltd $15,990 2014 Mustang Conv. premium $16,990 2013 NISSAN PATHFINDER LIMITED $19,990 2016 DODGE CHALLENGER $19,990 2016 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab $22,990 2016 Ram 1500 Quad Cab Pickup $23,990 2015 Mercedes c300 4matic $27,990 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

FOR SALE-HOMES

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.

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.

Duplex For Sale in Marathon.

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

AUTOS WANTED ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

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

EMPLOYMENT

Marathon Resort is looking for Line Cooks, Servers, Bartenders, Front Desk Staff, Night Audit, Room Attendant and Maintenance.

Must be flexible to work nights, weekends and holidays shifts. Please submit resume to SJRMhumanresources @gmail.com EOE M\F\D\V Looking for a full time front desk person. Must be able to work some weekends.

Please apply in person, mm 81.2, 81200 O/S Hwy. at Kon Tiki Resort.

A career with a Pawpurse! Are you an animal advocate?

FT position available in the Upper Keys.

Candidate should be high energy, able to multitask, be organized & have great computer & communication skills.

Inquiries confidential, please call 305-3941212.

FT EXPERIENCED PLUMBER, must be able to do rough in work, emergency calls and run sewer lines. Call Robert at Moe’s Plumbing 305797-3419 Part-time Receptionist Nights & Weekends. Plantation Key Nursing Center, Tavernier, FL. To apply for position, please submit your resume to BOL@ PLANTATIONKEYNC.COM NOW HIRING: Sweet Savannah’s is now hiring for AFTERNOON & EVENING shifts.

Please Apply In Person. 8919 Overseas Hwy in Marathon LOOKING FOR Wait Staff, Food Runners & Hosts. Established busy restaurant must apply in Person.

Sparky’s Landing, 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.

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

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 Seawatch condo for rent. Furnished, 1800 SF, gated security, waterview, annual lease, 2BR/2BA, pool, gym & tennis. $2800/ month.

F/L/S. call Bonnie 305-393-2691 American Caribbean FOR SALE 305-743-7636

RESIDENTIAL

HOBBIES / COLLECTIBLES

LEGAL NOTICES Publish: April 7, April 14, April 21, and April 28, 2017 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT,

Selling Old Nautical Items.

Lanterns, Chelsea Ship Clocks, Ship Wheels, Binnacles, Telegraph, and Ship Models.

ALSO BUYING. Call Lou 603-455-6106

IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

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

Iraida De La RosaVergel, Petitioner, and Eduardo Zacarias, Respondent.

LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF ALABAMA In The Probate Court COUNTY OF MADISON Case No. 7748A IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION PETITION OF: S. L. R. TO: BOBBY GENE RAY III OR KERSTIE NICOLE MEDLEY, OR ANY OTHER PERSON CLAIMING TO BE THE NATURAL FATHER OR NATURAL MOTHER OF A CHILD BORN TO KERSTIE NICOLE MEDLEY ON MARCH 30, 2016, OR ANY OTHER INTERESTED PARTY CLAIMING PARENTAL RIGHTS WITH RESPECT TO, A CHILD BORN TO KERSTIE NICOLE MEDLEY ON MARCH 30, 2016.

PETITIONER’S NOTICE OF HEARING ALABAMA ADOPTION CODE 26-10A-17 Please take notice that a petition for adoption in the above-styled matter has been filed in said Court by the Petitioner whose attorney is named below, and that the 11th day of May, 2017, at 2:00 pm, has been set for a hearing on the same in said Court in the City of Huntsville, Alabama.

Please be advised that if you intend to contest this adoption, you must file a written response within thirty (30) days hereof with the attorney for the Petitioner, whose name and address is shown below and with the Clerk of the said Probate Court.

A copy of the Petition is not attached to this notice as provided in Ala. Code 26-10A-17(b).

DONE this 4th day of April, 2017.

Attorney for Petitioner: Tina R. McDonald 101 North Side Square Huntsville, AL 35801 Judge of Probate: Hon. Tommy Ragland Office of the Judge of Probate Madison County Courthouse 100 North Side Square Huntsville, AL 35801

Case No.: 16-DR-556-K Division: Family

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: Eduardo Zacarias ADDRESS: 885 W 74th Street, Apt. 106, Miami, FL 33014 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 Iraida De La Rosa whose address is 701 Spanish Main Dr. #236, Cudjoe Key, Florida 33042, on or before May 22, 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: April 20, 2017 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Lisa M. Pierce Deputy Clerk Publish: April 21, April 28, May 5, and May 12, 2017 The Weekly Newspapers

Plantation Key Nursing Center

located in Tavernier, is seeking

LPN,RN & C.N.A.

12 hr shifts days and nights available

Dietary Aides Part Time Receptionist Nights & Weekends

We offer a competitive wage and benefits program.

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

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 CAPTAIN FOR DIVING OPERATION

City of Key Colony Beach

FULL TIME POSITION • Police Officer

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center - Domestic Violence Shelter Services Manager The Domestic Abuse Shelter (DAS), a crisis center for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, has an opening for a full-time Domestic Violence Shelter Services Manager. 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. The Domestic Violence Shelter Services Manager 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 slschwab@fldas.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 slschwab@fldas.org

The City of Key Colony Beach is accepting applications for a FULL TIME Police Officer. Applicants must possess a current Florida certification as a police officer. Applicants will undergo a thorough background investigation, including drug screening, medical, polygraph and psychological exams. Salary range $47,500 - $52,500 depending on qualifications.

Mail resume to: Chief of Police, P. O. Box 510141, Key Colony Beach, FL 33051.

Or call for additional information, 305-289-1212.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

Domestic Violence Advocates The Domestic Abuse Shelter has opening for FT and PT advocates. Advocates provide coverage of 24-hour shelter and hotline, advocacy in criminal and civil justice systems, and safety planning with survivors of domestic violence. Candidates will work varied shifts and should have experience in social service related field. 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 slschwab@fldas.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 slschwab@fldas.org

Need a Good Home!

2 Male Amazon Parrots in Marathon With large cage, age 17 yrs. old and great talkers… $1000 Call Joan (407) 973-7575

Marathon area Companion Position P/T M-F with travel

44 yrs. Established Diving Center and Vocational School has Immediate opportunity for a USCG licensed individual. Full or part time positions are available. Responsibilities include vessel operation, scheduling, maintenance and customer relations. USCG Master License required. Dive master certification preferred or will train.

HALLS DIVING CENTER AND CAREER INSTITUTE –MARATHON CALL 305-743-5929 For application and to arrange interview with Bob Brayman or Randy Botteri

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.

HIRING Assistant Branch Operations Manager Assistant BSA Officer Customer Retention Specialist

Background screening and references needed.

Information Technology Technician

Call Corinne at (305) 432-8384

Marketing Assistant

Lead Teller Part-Time Teller Teller VP/Regulatory Compliance/BSA Officer

HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

Bartenders • Servers Bus Person • Food Runners Marina Store Clerk Please apply on line at www.spottswood.com/careers or on site 13201 Overseas Highway. EOE m/f/d/v

Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop

is now hiring for Afternoon & Evening Shifts.

Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Apply Online @KeysBank.com 401K, 401A, profit sharing, health/dental plans, educational reimbursement, short/long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off, and holidays for full-time employees.

Equal Housing Lender

EOE-M/F/V/D

Member FDIC

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

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

A FULL SERVICE MARINA

MERCURY EVINRUDE SUZUKI

mlcooper@cooperspaintbody.com Our Business is Environmentally Friendly!

Only $35 Puts Your Business Card Here

Sales – Parts – Service

MM 29.7 Big Pine Key

www.sea-center.com

305-872-2243

NEW & REPAIR

305-664-0099 www.TikiHuts.com

STATE CERTIFIED THATCHING CONTRACTOR CYC 000002

Operating Since 2004

KEY WEST,

inc.

PROP DOC

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

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

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The Weekly Newspapers

Sewer Connections

www.KeysWeekly.com 305-453-6928 hollie@keysweekly.com

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• New Construction • Remodeling • Irrigation

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Selling or Buying

We Guarantee our Services Call Sean Farrer 305-924-0700 www.Key-West-Real-Estate.net

James E. Wilson, MRICS President

State-certified general real estate appraiser RZ 2164

Coldwell Banker Schmitt Real Estate Co. 1201 White St. Key West, FL

3144 Northside Drive, Ste 201 Key West, FL 33040

Considering a move or visit to the Florida Keys?

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

Office: (305) 296-4563 Fax: (305) 922-2119 E-mail: jim@fla-keysappraisals.com

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Agape National Catholic Church of North America announces the Ordination to the Priesthood of Reverend Deacon Sarah Fowler on April 22, 2017.

Visit Pigeon Key via ferry service!

Only $12

To be held at the First Congregational Church 2501 NE 30th Street Fort Lauderdale @ 2:00pm.

Pastor: FrCsar Guzman 305-896-0891 &

Come and join us on April 30th to help Reverend Sarah Fowler celebrate her First Mass at Peace Covenant Presbyterian Church 2610 Flagler Avenue, Key West @ 1:30pm. There will be a reception to follow.

Co-Pastor: Rev Sarah Fowler 305-393-7077

“LOVE WITHOUT JUDGEMENT” an Independent Faith-Communiy

Includes: Guided Tour Museum Shark Tank $9 for Monroe County residents

Daily trips at 10am, Noon, & 2pm • www.pigeonkey.net • (305) 743-5999

5713 First Avenue (305) 922-2962 Mon - Fri 8:00AM to 6:00 PM Sat 8:00AM to 3:00PM www.carquest.com/stores/fl/key-west

The premier supplier of replacement car parts, truck parts, products, accessories, supplies and equipment for virtually all makes and models.

Get your hands dirty with our parts

Award Winning Tap Water*

*American Water Works Association

Drawn from the pristine Biscayne Aquifer your water surpassed all safe drinking standards and three times has been voted

"Best Tasting Water."

Tap Water, The BEST Drink in Town!

Find out more: FKAA.com or 305-296-2454

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