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Keys Weekly welcomes new staffer Bill O’Reilly.

Allen Glover heats 22-carat gold to an incredible 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit to add to his glass creations. The goldsmith and gem cutter now creates art glass jewelry with his wife Lisa. Read more on page 8. GABRIEL SANCHEZ/ Keys Weekly

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Now that the westward winter winds are dying out, the heat has crept back into the Keys. Gone are the days of pants, warmers, and jeans – and good riddance.

Back are the days of beachwear, bikinis, and optional clothing (disclaimer: indecent exposure is a punishable crime.) Either way, it’s time to show off those beach and bikini bods. So the Weekly asked locals…

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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.”

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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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JASON KOLER/Keys Weekly 1. Dr. Randy Fink, left, and developer Dan Leban in the Cabinet Meeting Room just prior to meeting Governor Rick Scott. The Ocean Reef residents traveled to Tallahassee to discuss legislation that directly affects their business ventures.

2. Upper Keys businessman Bobby Wallace, 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. Raschein’s Leadership Monroe County class started the event in 2009 when she was a legislative aide.

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3. Senator Anitere Flores chats with Raschein’s legislative assistant Erin Muir, whose daughter Violet commanded the room on a number of occasions.

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 Islamorada Beer Co. and Mangrove Mike’s were among the many local sponsors of the event.

5. State Attorney Dennis Ward reflects on the day’s meeting with Assistant County Administrator’s Kevin Wilson and Christine Hurley.

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6. Key West Mayor Craig Cates and Monroe County Mayor George Neugent enjoy refreshments during the courtyard reception. 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.

7. Florida Keys Day also serves as a time for community activists from throughout the county to catch up on local issues — 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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BRIEFLY Sends us your Summer camp info The Keys Weekly newspaper is collecting camp information from every area of the Keys to help parents and kids come up with a summer plan.

Send details such as the dates, times, activities and cost to sara@keysweekly. com. Information is due by Tuesday, April 25. Photos are welcome, as well.

Learn about smalltooth sawfish On Friday, April 21, Professor Yannis P. Papastamatiou will present a lecture on the smalltooth sawfish, one of the world’s most endangered fishes.

One of its last strongholds is in South Florida. The event will be at the Murray Nelson Government Center at MM 102. The meet and greet begins at 6 p.m. and the lecture starts at 7 p.m.

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BADGED Firefighter/Paramedic Danny Self, left, Ryan Booth, and Marcio Cemin were honored in Islamorada’s very first badging ceremony. After a six month academy, the three firefighters took the oath following the completion of their required training, which included EMS, firefighting, and physical training. The ceremony was held at Founders Park on April 8. PAUL MOSCRYASKY/Contributed

Presidents’ history in Keys presented at special seminar Keys History & Discovery Center will host a presentation on Wednesday, April 26 at 6 p.m. (Doors open at 5 p.m.)on U.S. presidents who have visited the Keys, for rest and relaxation or a working vacation, while in office or in retirement – including Ulysses S. Grant in 1880, William H. Taft in 1912 on Flagler’s Over-Seas Railway, and Harry S. Truman in 1946 in Key West.

Cost for non-Discovery Center members is $25 and includes admission to the presentation and museum as well as light appetizers. A cash bar will be available. Reservations are recommended and can be made at 305922-2237 or info@keysdiscovery.com.

The Discovery Center is in Islamorada, MM 82, located at the Islander Resort.

Ocean Reef chamber announces golf tournament On Thursday, May 4, golfers are invited to participate in the sixth annual charitable golf tournament at Ocean Reef Club Dolphin Course. It benefits the Ocean Reef Chamber’s scholarship fund. Besides 18 holes, the day promises a putting contest, drawings, drink and food. For more details, call 305-367-3646 or email director@ oceanreefchamber.org.

Binge on ‘Bloodline’ at History & Discovery Center Each Wednesday through May 24, Keys History & Discovery Center will host a “Bloodline” mini-binge, featuring two episodes at 2 p.m. Largely filmed in the Upper Keys, the Netflix series explores the dark secrets of the Rayburn family. Netflix is expected to release season three in its entirety on May 27, in time for a three-day holiday weekend.

SAVE THE DATE Friday, April 21 • “Liars and Cheaters” Golf Tournament at noon at Redland Golf and Country Club, Homestead. Benefits Habitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys.

• Smalltooth sawfish lecture at 7 p.m. at Murray Nelson Center, MM 102.

• Story Slam: Any Theme Goes at 7:30 p.m. at Marathon Community Theatre.

Saturday, April 22 • BINGO benefiting MARC House from 1 to 3 p.m. at Kirk of the Keys, Marathon.

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

• Pops in the Park free concert at 4 p.m. at Founders Park, Islamorada, MM 87.

• Keys Gone ‘80s PTA fundraiser at 7 p.m. at Elks Lodge, Tavernier.

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

Wednesday, April 26 • Seminar on U.S. presidents in the Keys at 6 p.m. at Discovery Center, MM 82.

Saturday April 29 • Litter Fish Tournament clean up at Largo Harbor Marina, Caribbean Club, Worldwide Sportsman, The Safari Lounge and Caloosa Marina.

Thursday, May 4 • Golf tournament at Ocean Reef Club Dolphin Course to benefit Ocean Reef Chamber’s scholarship fund.

Saturday, May 20 • Young Eagles Day free flights for kids 8 and up at Marathon airport.

Get your dates to sara@keysweekly.com or gabriel@keysweekly.com.

Coasties for Kids Sue Redding, center, division commander for the Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 13-2, presents a series of new books to Plantation Key School Principal Lisa Taylor and librarian Tina Cash. The 10 new books cover all the aspects of Coast Guard duty and will be entered into the district’s AR reading program, so kids can read them and take short quizzes to earn points.

The money for the books, a set for each elementary school in the Keys, was raised at a yard sale held at the Elks Club in Marathon. CONTRIBUTED

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1. Who has been the most influential person in your professional development?

My 84-year-old mother retired two years ago as a science teacher after having taken a “leave of absence” for 20 years to raise seven children, then finished her 35 years. She is now substitute teaching. A reformer of organizations. A force of nature.

One of the most intellectually curious people I’ve ever known.

argie Smith’s mother told her at an early age that “your job has to matter.”

Being the daughter of a public school teacher – and one of seven siblings – it was important to stand out. Originally from Glenview, Illinois, Smith studied aviation mechanics at Southern Illinois University. At the time, women made up only one half of one percent of the aviation mechanic workforce, so it wasn’t difficult to stand out. By 23, Smith had already worked a short stint as an airport manager at Schaumburg Regional Airport. She would go on to become a congressional staffer on the National Civil Aviation Review Commission, and later, a strong voice for a federally funded aviation think-tank.

After moving to the Keys, Smith took the helm of Florida Keys United Way, serving as President from 2010 to 2015.

In that time, she significantly revamped the local organization’s structure and outreach, and was able to double its revenue. Smith now works as a Business Development Officer for Centre State Bank and continues to serve the community in many ways.

2. How would you encourage young women who are compelled to pursue science and engineering fields?

Sometimes, from here in the Keys, it is difficult to see how broad and dynamic the U.S. economy and workforce actually are. My decision to go into aviation was a pragmatic one based on supply and demand. Go to wherever the mecca of your field of interest is and take the job where you can get the clearest view of your industry and learn the most. For me that was becoming a staffer on a U.S. congressional commission which led to a think tank which led to more. The prospect of taking that next job should be a little intimidating – so you are raising the bar on your own skills and performance.

3. How do you believe you’ve affected the United Way’s role in the Florida Keys?

Making it more relevant and visible to the broader Keys community; and addressing a myriad of unglamorous undertakings like developing a donor database, website, revamping every process from allocation of funds to overhauling financial processes; changing the fiscal year and adding governance structures in line with best practices – all so we’d have the transparency, accountability, and impact you’d expect from your local United Way. 4. What do you feel is your proudest accomplishment as past president of United Way of the Florida Keys?

Increasing the standing of the organization happened in pretty dramatic fashion, along with more community participation in the work of the organization. But really it’s ushering in the community impact model and with it tangible results for the community, like dramatically more fresh high-quality food going to food pantries and other nonprofits countywide whether they are funded by United Way or not.

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5. What is the hardest part of being one of seven siblings?

Trying to get a word in edgewise or the last cookie. The best part is I am oddly comfortable amidst chaos and conflict. I even got certified as a mediator.

6. What is your favorite book/movie of all time?

“Four Arguments for the Elimination of Television,” by Jerry Mander or “No Logo” by Canadian journalist Naomi Klein were both impactful.

7. If you hadn’t pursued the aviation field, what would you have liked to study?

Psychology.

8. Where is your family’s favorite place to spend time together in the Keys?

I have found that despite all the cool places there are for families to check out, and despite fun events with my in-laws in Key West, my husband and kids and I have had some of our best experiences at Founders Park. It is our home away from home. My girls learned to walk on the grass by the pool, and made toddler friends on the playground. I swim there with the master swimmers very early in the morning with the moon on one side and the sun coming up on the other, and my girls swim there at night.

9. If you could have lunch with any historical figure, who would it be and why?

Elizabeth Cady Stanton, suffragist, abolitionist, and leading figure of the early women’s rights movement. The right to vote took about 50 years.

She reminds me to see the world as it could be while toiling each day to move forward as it is.

10. Why Islamorada?

We have this really interesting thing going on here where there are lots of fascinating characters with unexpected backgrounds living here, which is unique among small towns. Everyone seems to be here because they want to be, despite the trade-offs that come with island life. It’s also a scale that makes it possible for you to know your kids’ peers, and be able to make a difference.

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MIXING MEDIA

ARTIST MOVES FROM METAL TO GEMSTONES TO GLASS

The designs in Gloverian Art’s glass jewelry are equal parts intricate and trippy.

GABRIEL SANCHEZ

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llen Glover’s past work as a professional silver- and goldsmith began in the 1970s when he decided to teach himself the old art form.

From smithing, he progressed into stone and gem cutting, and eventually glass blowing. After forming his mobile business, Gloverian Arts, Allen and his wife Lisa now devote their efforts to a beautiful variety of handmade pennants and jewelry.

Allen learned how to make Navajo designs in silver while living in California. After moving to Connecticut, he expanded into goldsmithing and also began gem cutting, and working with just about every stone and gem, aside from diamonds.

As a silver- and goldsmith, Allen used two techniques - construction and casting. Construction usually requires soldering pieces of metal together. Casting, or lost wax casting, is when silver or gold is injected into a pre-formed mold.

Allen’s gemstone and semiprecious stone-cutting work is also remarkable, but there are important distinctions in the two, he says.

The first obvious difference is the cost. Gemstones are generally more expensive because of the higher quality of the stones. Factors that influence a stone’s quality can include density, opaqueness and rarity.

“The more you are able to see through it usually equates to better quality,” said Allen. “My favorite stone to work with is opal; it’s very challenging to bring the color out.”

Allen moved into glass work after reading only two books, one on glass blowing and one on sculpting.

“Everything is easy when you know how to do it,” joked Allen. “My first year of glass work, I made squiggly worms and teardrops, but now my work is a lot more intricate.”

Vintage perfume bottles first inspired him to learn the trade, but now the bulk of his work is art glass jewelry.

Lisa, who also has been doing glass work for six months, has begun working alongside her husband, fashioning glass and stones into her own custom jewelry using leather.

Lisa has lived all around the world, including Greece, where she created beaded necklaces and bracelets on the beaches.

Lisa Glover’s wedding ring was custom-made by her husband.

GABRIEL SANCHEZ/Keys Weekly

As glass art has progressed in the last 20 years, so have the materials and techniques, said Allen.

“Nowadays there are more color palettes, colored glass, exotic glass, rods loaded with silver, gold, and sparkles, and imbedded or surface techniques to bring them out,” he said.

Some other techniques Allen practices are the dichroic, implosion, air trapping, and gold trapping techniques.

Gloverian Arts sets up its mobile stand at Snook’s Bayside and Snappers. Call to find out their “location of the day” at 786-371-9983.

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Live Music SNAPPER’S Merrill Brothers – Friday, April 21 Merrill Brothers – Saturday, April 22 Merrill Brothers – Sunday, April 23 Steve Venini – Monday, April 24 Billy Davidson – Tuesday, April 25 Ray Jaworski – Wednesday, April 26 Ray Jaworski – Thursday, April 27 Outer Band – Friday, April 28 Lung – Saturday, April 29 Lung – Sunday, April 30

Bill McGrath’s shirt reads, ‘Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t reach the beer.’

GABRIEL SANCHEZ

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ey Largo’s Hobo’s Café understands what patrons want — great quality food, diverse menu options, and attention to detail. Their hand-crafted sauces and dressings are especially good after much refining in the “back of the house.” But when it comes to their libations, “I always recommend our locally brewed beer,” said bartender Bill McGrath. The Spearfish Amber, formerly known as the Hogfish Amber, is McGrath’s #1 recommendation. The full flavored dark amber craft beer is among Florida Keys Brewing Co.’s most popular, and notorious, brews - especially after a recent controversy involving a large Delaware-based brewery that shall go unnamed.

McGrath was born and raised in Hollywood, Florida and relocated to Key Largo in the late 1990s. He’s had relatives in the Keys since the 1960s, so it was his family ties that prompted the switch.

McGrath is a huge Miami Dolphins and Miami Marlins fan, and season ticket holder.

“During football season you won’t find me here,” he laughed.

McGrath has assumed the identity of a true Conch, spending his free time paddling, fishing, drinking - the usual. Has plenty of friends who work as fishing captains and bartenders, so he’s often on the water or just floating somewhere with a drink in his hand. Visit McGrath at Hobo’s and check out the happy hour menu.

GILBERT’S Loose Cannons – Friday, April 21 Chain Reaction – Saturday, April 22 The Drop Outs – Sunday, April 23 Bobbe Brown – Tuesday, April 25 Harry French – Wednesday, April 26 DJ Reggae Ronnie – Thursday, April 27 Mojo Scoundrels – Friday, April 28 Shane Duncan Band – Saturday, April 29 The Regs– Sunday, April 30 LORELEI’S CABANA BAR AND RESTAURANT Funky Blue Roots Band – Friday, April 21 John Bartus – Saturday, April 22 Harry French – Sunday, April 23 The Carousers – Monday, April 24 Harry French – Tuesday, April 25 Webb & Davidson – Wednesday, April 26 Webb & Davidson – Thursday, April 27 Moose Bulletproof Blues Band – Friday, April 28 The Dropouts – Saturday, April 29 Webb & Davidson – Sunday, April 30 SKIPPERS DOCKSIDE Bobbe Brown – Friday, April 21 Lee Sharp – Saturday, April 22 Scott Meyer – Sunday, April 23 Lee Sharp – Monday, April 24 Bob Bonnen – Tuesday, April 25 Ronnie Molyneaux – Wednesday, April 26 Scott Youngburg – Thursday, April 27 Bobbe Brown – Friday, April 28 Lee Sharp – Saturday, April 29 Scott Meyer – Sunday, April 30 BAYSIDE GRILLE The Catch – Friday, April 21 Steve Venini – Saturday, April 22 Dave’s Alter Ego – Sunday, April 23 Luke Sommer Glenn – Monday, April 24 Dave Bowman – Tuesday, April 25 Steve Venini – Wednesday, April 26 Steve Venini – Thursday, April 27 The Catch – Friday, April 28 Harper & Midwest – Saturday, April 29 Outer Band – Sunday, April 30 SNOOKS The Freddie’s/ Steve & Mac - Mondays Ashba - Tuesdays Scotty Meyers- Wednesdays Bobbe Brown - Thursdays Yishka - Fridays The Freddies/Ashba - Saturdays Sir Cedrik Steel Drums- Sundays

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Workshops at Our Place Gallery hosts seascape course

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rtist Robert Simone held a three-day seascape painting workshop at the recently opened Our Place in Paradise art gallery. A nationally recognized artist, Simone taught attendees his approach to creating realistic waves with oil based paint. Some of the more important aspects Simone focuses on are the sense of color, composition, translucency, transparency, and foam in the waves of the seascapes he creates. Beginning with a lecture style of instruction, Simone guided his students through the process of creating brilliant seascapes. Next he demonstrated his own painting, highlighting the important characteristic of the waves. Finally it was time for students to paint, while Simone bounced from one to the other aiding in their work.

Our Place in Paradise is planning more workshops in the future with locally and nationally recognized artists, as well as an open house and demonstration in July. For more information, contact 305916-5828 or ourplaceinparadise@ outlook.com —Weekly Staff report GABRIEL SANCHEZ/Keys Weekly 1. Chris Cohen adds color to the face of the wave in her seascape.

2. Bob Wilson rinses his brush before mixing blues and white.

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3. Linda Hale works from a photograph to recreate a seascape touched with purples and pinks.

4. Robert Simone, left, gives Lynn Rhodes suggestions for improving the values in her waves.

BRIEFLY 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.

Earth Day has been celebrated at the park for the past 21 years. There will be free activities for children that will help build awareness about environmental issues including touch tanks, a lobster pot, making re-usable shopping bags, a sand sculpture contest and face painting. All visitors can enjoy music beginning at 11 a.m., and there will be a silent auction. For more information, call Sandy Haas at 513-708-7213.

Earth Day cleanup at Tom’s Harbor Bridge In recognition of Earth Day, Dolphin Research Center volunteers will help collect discarded trash, monofilament fishing line on Thursday, April 20 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Tom’s Harbor Bridge, MM 62. All participants should wear clothes, hats and closed-toe shoes that can get wet or dirty and bring a reusable water bottle, sunscreen and a cutting tool. Dolphin Research Center will supply water, trash bags, gloves and bug repellent. The cleanup will begin on the south side of the bridge. For more information call Courtney Coburn at 305-289-1121, ext.

231, or Amy Bayer at ext. 241.

Seacamp offers lifeguard training American Red Cross Lifeguard Training course, including First Aid and CPR/AED training will be held on Saturday, April 22, Sunday, April 23 and Saturday, April 29 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Seacamp on Big Pine Key. The course registration fee is $180, and additional fees will apply to participants needing additional time to complete skills. Students must be at least 15 years old by the last day of class and must complete the following in-water prerequisite skills at the beginning of the course: perform a 550-yard continuous swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both, tread water for 2 minutes, and retrieve submerged objects in 4 to 7 feet of water. For additional information or to register for the course call 305-8722331, ext. 238.

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KEYS HISTORY & DISCOVERY CENTER PRESENTS

PRESIDENTS IN PARADISE: U.S. Presidents in the Keys BOB WOLZ, THE TRUMAN LITTLE WHITE HOUSE

It started with Ulysses S. Grant visiting in 1880, followed in 1912 with William H. Taft on Flagler’s Over-Seas Railway, continued with Harry S. Truman in 1946 on Key West, and remains to this day. The Florida Keys have been a welcoming haven for many U.S. presidents, regardless of their political affiliation and popularity rankings. Numerous presidents have spent at least some time in the Florida Keys, visiting for rest and relaxation or a working vacation, while in office or in retirement.

Franklin D. Roosevelt spent winters on his houseboat in the waters off the Upper Keys in the 1920s. Herbert Hoover spent three decades fishing from Long Key to Key Largo’s Angler’s Club. For more than 10 years, George H.W. Bush fished the Cheeca Lodge Presidential Tournament series. Still today, Jimmy Carter visits the Keys with his extended family. Don’t miss the stories and secrets of these presidential visits from Bob Wolz, the executive director of the Truman Little White House Museum. Book signing to follow presentation.

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ike great service, a view, and scrumptious food? Key Largo’s Skippers Dockside has all that and more. Now in its third year serving hungry Upper Keys residents, Skippers has built a menu that offers a variety of Keys delicacies.

The best advice for an ideal Skippers dining experience is to come hungry. Starters include a one-of-a-kind ceviche, crispy calamari with sweet chili dressing, and gourmet flatbreads. The “big plates” items are filled with a variety of options for sea-faring and landlocked palates. For instance, the churrasco steak and yucca frites are served with savory chimichurri and garlic cilantro aioli sauces. The panseared snapper and blistered sweet peppers are as colorful as they are mouth-watering. And for only $14 patrons can have their catch specially prepared and served with a choice of two sides.

“The coconut in the bread budding has a nice nutty flavor to it, and the Haagen-Dazs rum and raisin ice cream is really enjoyable with a cup of coffee, espresso martini, or Irish coffee,” said server Ganesh Selvam.

Still have room after dinner? Dig into the warm and delicious coconut bread pudding and flourless chocolate cake. Skipper’s menu also has plenty of gluten-free options, from appetizers and soups to the entrees and desserts.

On weekdays, happy hour kicks off at 3 p.m. With eight happy-hour plates under $10, and a wide selection of beers, handcrafted specialty drinks, and frozen drinks, there is something for everyone. The Rum Runner is especially prodigious, and for good reason.

The management is linked to Islamorada’s Tiki Bar, which is world famous for creating the classic Rum Runner recipe of Bacardi rum, blackberry brandy, banana liqueur, lime juice and grenadine.

“Every week we try to have a unique craft beer on tap along with our two signature craft beers, the Debatable Tangerine Wheat IPA and the Reel Good IPA,” said assistant general manager Eugene Bergen. “They are only made for our affiliated restaurants.”

Every weeknight the restaurant features live local musicians, and, on weekends, daytime and nighttime performances. The dockside eatery offers a 10 percent discount to locals, and is prepping to begin trivia nights on Thursday.

A knowledgeable staff and relaxing dining environment add much to the allure of Skippers. The bar and dining staff go above and beyond to make visitors feel at-home. During warmer months, its enormous tiki hut and outside seating (which is also dogfriendly) comfortably accommodate a large number of guests. Watching an armada of fishing charters, diving vessels, and glass-bottom boats scoot by gives off a true island feel, and makes Skippers a must-see.

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2. Skippers’ key lime pie is tart and tasty.

3. The grilled jumbo jerk wings are slathered in agave glaze and served with avocado ranch.

4. Ganesh Selvam, left, and Taylor Nyman welcome you to Skippers Dockside.

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• Chic cover-ups. Summer clothing should made of lightweight materials in sweatproof fabrics. An ideal cover-up is versatile. The Echo New York cover-ups at Miss Monroe Boutique are essential for every fashionista’s wardrobe, in vibrant,

colorful prints in lightweight fabrics with beautiful tassel and pom pom trim. Available from $48 to $78 at Miss Monroe Boutique at 81868 Overseas Highway in Islamorada.

• Attention grabbing details.

Whether you bare the cold shoulder, rock the one-shoulder or brave the off the shoulder, be sure to reveal your neckline and arms this summer. Also, look for unique necklines with strappy crisscross accents and statement sleeves with ruffles and exaggerated

bell sleeves. Attention-grabbing summer dresses and tops range from $25 to $35 at D-Luxe Boutique at 80925 Overseas Highway in Islamorada.

• Nice fishing apparel. Grundens is a brand known for its commercial fishing apparel worn by anglers since 1911. But its new line of men’s fishing apparel is getting a major upgrade. The high-quality button down performance shirts are versatile, water-resistant, and 50 UPF, with quick drying fabric and 4-way stretch. This chic fishing apparel line can easily be worn for the boat or

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to casual dinners. Prices range from $55 to $95 at Island Trendz Boutique within the Amara Cay Resort at 80001 Overseas Highway in Islamorada.

• Upcycled swimwear. The ethical and sustainable fashion movement has gained steam in recent years with major swimwear brands debuting collections made entirely from recycled materials. Otherside Boardsports is carrying several swimwear lines that are environmentally friendly. Volcom uses old fishing nets to create women’s swimwear, MG Surfline uses recycled plastic bottles to create water wear, and Vissla uses discarded coconut husks to create men’s board shorts.

Men’s board shorts range from $45 to $59 and women’s separates start at $39 and are available at Otherside Boardsports at 82758 Overseas Highway in Islamorada.

See some beautiful summer fashions from some of your favorite local boutiques on Thursday, April 27 at the 4th annual Sizzling Summer Fashion Show. The gates and pop-up shops will open at 6 p.m. with the fashion show starting at 7:30 p.m. and will include complimentary drinks, taco bar from Bad Boy Burrito, and summer tunes

by DJ Marissa Sardar. Tickets are $25.

Purchase your tickets at participating stores or call 305-440-3951 for more details. See you there!

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Coral Shores High School assistant principal Ana Hortensi poses with Jordi Horntensi, Christian Firsone, Will Mutz, and Daniel McMahon. PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED.

WINNING TEAMS New program draws students together SARA MATTHIS

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ports draws people together, no doubt. Teammates forge bonds and learn lessons that live long after the scoreboard goes dark. But the Unified Sports program, now at almost every school in the Monroe County School District, does something that Special Olympics does not — it pairs special needs students with students who don’t have disabilities.

Hailey Nelson is a junior at Key West High School. Heather Devoe is a senior. In the terminology of the program, Hailey is the “athlete” and Heather is the “partner.” They make up half a track team that specializes in the 4x100 relay. Both girls love it for different reasons.

“The hardest part is getting the baton from my partner because I run second. I run really, really fast,” said Hailey. She said the best part of the program, though, is the opportunity to travel with the Unified team — “I spend time with my friends and get to stay at a hotel!”

Heather, her partner, took a short course on how to protect the athlete’s dignity and privacy before becoming a Unified partner.

“But I have been involved in Special Olympics for five years, and I love

“I am excited and thrilled to see the dramatic growth in the Special Olympics program across all of Monroe County, it is important for us to provide all students with the opportunity to participate in learning opportunities beyond the class room.”

working with these students,” Heather said. “And you know, Hailey helps me. She gets me going because she enjoys it so much.”

So far, there have been a few Unified track meets this year with teams from Key West High School, where Unified has been in existence for three years, and Coral Shores High School, where it was implemented this year.

“You can already see the special needs students and mainstream students building positive relationships. It breaks down those barriers and demystifies what it means to have any type of special need,” said Coral Shore’s Assistant Principal Anna Hortensi.

For special needs students who are not a part of Special Olympics, this is the only chance to be part of a sports team.

“Some of the special needs students don’t have the opportunity to participate in sports, especially if they are not a part of Special Olympics,” said Anna Hortensi.

Special Olympics Florida Monroe County is the parent organization of Unified Champion Schools program in the Keys, something it supports as a “feeder” system to grow its community sports programs. Special Olympics Florida Monroe coordinator Ruth Holland said the benefits of the Unified program go beyond camaraderie. For example, the Unified program qualifies for funds through the federal Department of Education, as well as Special Olympics Florida, to supply uniforms and equipment.

“I am excited and thrilled to see the dramatic growth in the Special Olympics program across all of Monroe County,” said Superintendent Mark Porter. “It is important for us to provide all students with the opportunity to participate in learning opportunities beyond the class room.”

And it’s also an opportunity for very young children — as young as 2 years old — to get involved. The youngest children, 2 to 5 years old, participate in modified programs —YAP (Young Athletes Programs) and Little Elites for grades 2 to 5 — to ready them for Unified and Special Olympic sports for ages 8 and up. In addition, the Unified athletes and partners can compete in Special Olympics events statewide, along with FHSAA (Florida High School Athletic Association) games and meets with their typical peers.

“Last year, teacher Theresa Bass started our Young Athletes Program,” said Stanley Switlik Elementary School Principal Brett Unke. “The activities promote healthy living, coordination and sportsmanship.”

Special Olympics athletes and partners, families or caregivers never pay a fee for participation in Unified Champion Schools programs. It offers eight sports for year round participation to all qualifying athletes and partners. For more information about becoming a volunteer, a coach, or donating funds, please visit www.specialolympicsmonroe.org, call 305-293-7178, or email ruth.holland@keysschools. com.

—Superintendent Mark Porter

Key Largo School’s soccer team, Tornadoes, placed first at a recent tournament in Miami.

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ocal artist Pasta Pantaleo revealed his most ambitious masterpiece to date during a private reception held on April 14. While guests browsed the gallery’s collections, they were serenaded by local musicians, and enjoyed food from Chef Michaels. Since its opening in 2016, the Roberto Russell Galleries has hosted a number of locally and nationally recognized artists. In a year’s time the gallery has expanded in size and grown its collection. Fine art, bronze sculptures, and intricately designed custom instruments are some of the different artistic expressions you’ll find at Robert Russell Galleries in Islamorada, located next to Ocean Sotheby’s International Realty.

—Weekly Staff report

GABRIEL SANCHEZ/Keys Weekly 1. Mark, left, Geoffrey, and Aleta Smith pose with Geoffrey’s bronze tarpon sculpture at Roberto Russell Galleries.

2. Councilwoman Cheryl Meads, left, and Missy Muhly take a break from talking art.

3. Jamie Cartwright, left, and Vicki Furmanik browse the Roberto Russell gallery.

4. Pasta Pantaleo and his guests enjoy a fun night of art, music, and laughs.

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hirty students from Monroe County schools have been chosen to take part in international programs this summer.

The students, who will travel to 19 countries and take part in 24 different programs, outnumber those of any other county except the New York City metro area, said Heather Beard, director of admissions for Experiment in International Living, a crosscultural program based in Vermont.

Divya Navani, a 9th grader at Key West High School, received a full scholarship from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation. Only 10 students nationwide received scholarships from this foundation, said Aaron Morehouse, executive director.

Eighteen of the Monroe County students participate in the Take Stock in Children program, said Beard. Eight others received meritbased partial scholarships through the Experiment in International Living’s essay contest.

“We have more vacancies available in certain programs for additional Monroe students, if they apply right away. Students should contact me directly at 802-258-3412 or at heather.beard@experiment.org,” Beard said. “The Experiment actively recruits students from Monroe County, Florida, and we were invited to give presentations at Key West High School, Key West Collegiate Academy, Marathon High School, and Coral Shores High School. We also greatly expanded our outreach to Monroe County this year,” Beard said.

The students from Monroe County, their grade level and the country and topic they will study: Coral Shores High School: Jamie Ang, Grade 12, Spain: Language and Cultural Traditions, Group 1; Anthony Cosme, Grade 11, Vietnam: Ecology and Conservation; Nicole Dotschay, Grade 11, India: Public Health, Traditional Medicine, & Social Justice; Jorgen Heilbron, Grade 11, France: French Culture & Regional Identity Group 2; Lorena Perez, Grade 11, Spain: Language and Cultural Traditions, Group 2; Alyssa Slocumb, Grade 9, Japan: Japanimation—Anime and Manga; Anna Wright, Grade 11, China: Cultural Traditions in the North Key West Collegiate Academy: Jasmine Fernandez, Grade 11, Tanzania: Coastal and Maasai Cultures

Key West High School: Mairen Alzamora, Grade 11, France: French Language and Culinary Traditions; Taylor Berces, Grade 11, Italy: Language and Local Food Culture; Michael Cassidy, Grade 11, Spain: Technology and Social Innovation in Urban Culture; Emily Conn, Grade 12, Thailand: Buddhist Traditions and Contemporary Culture; Madison Garcia, Grade 10, Peru: Ancient and Contemporary Cultures; Mary Gragg, Grade 11, China: Ethnic Minorities and Contemporary Culture; Lucille Lannigan, Grade 10, France: Painting and Photography in Paris and Provence; Cesia Mendez Tito, Grade 11, Vermont Governor’s Institute; Kelsey Morris , Grade 11, Mongolia: Nomadic and Urban Cultures; Angeesther Nafrere, Grade 11, Tanzania: Coastal and Maasai Cultures; Divya Navani, Grade 9, Argentina: Community Service & the Great Outdoors; Dawn Crystal Rengiil, Grade 11, Brazil: Culture and Environmental Sustainability; Jasmine Sander, Grade 9, Morocco: Multiculturalism in the Arab World Marathon High School: Claudia Cabrera Herrada, Grade 11, Argentina: Photojournalism and Social Change; Milaydis Cruz, Grade 11, Costa Rica: Biodiversity, Ecology, and Sustainability; Abigail Franck, Grade 10, Germany: Contemporary Politics and the European Union; Natalie Mendoza, Grade 11, Vietnam: Ecology and Conservation; Alejandro Parrado, Grade 10, China: Ethnic Minorities and Contemporary Culture; Gwendolyn Rohe, Grade 12, Spain: Regional Cultures; Amber Romance, Grade 10, France: French Culture and Regional Identity Group 1; John Sheagren, Grade 11, Ecuador: The Galápagos Islands and the Andes; April Sullivan, Grade 11, South Africa: Leadership Development and Social Change The students will depart beginning June 27 in small groups with others from across the U.S. and abroad, Morehouse said.

More information is at www.experiment.org.

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The Upper Keys Weekly is proud to partner with Coral Shores 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 CSHS for allowing us to share in a weekly dose of “Cane Pride.”

SOPHOMORE

HAILEY PACYNA

What organizations and activities are you involved with at CSHS and why are they important to you?

I play softball and ran cross country this year. Sports are important to me because I enjoy working as a team and I love to be active.

Who has been your biggest inspiration at CSHS and why?

My biggest inspiration at school are the friends I have made since I moved to the Keys.

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

Culinary has prepared me the most for life after high school because I want to be a chef and you need to know how to cook when you live on your own.

Instagram or Snapchat? What’s your favorite filter?

Snapchat; my favorite filters are all the filters that have animals because they are so cute.

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

The biggest challenge facing the Keys is the coral dying. I love the ocean and snorkeling and seeing the dead coral makes me sad. I would plant more corals and stop world pollution.

What are your plans after high school?

My plans after high school are to go to a culinary school and eventually open a bakery.

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

Why or why not?

It is too early to tell, but depending on where life takes me, I may end up staying here. I really do love the Keys.

Finish this sentence: Living in the Keys has taught me… to appreciate the easy access we have to the water.

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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) 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

NEW & REPAIR

305-664-0099 www.TikiHuts.com

STATE CERTIFIED THATCHING CONTRACTOR CYC 000002

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

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

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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

Gift Certificates Available

9141 Overseas Hwy. Marathon, FL 33050

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