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nd the Best Picture Oscar nominees are... “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,” “The Irishman,” “Parasite,” “1917,” “Marriage Story,” “JoJo Rabbit,” “Joker,” “Little Women,” and “Ford vs. Ferrari.”

We asked, of the nominees you have seen,

What is your top film pick (or snub) for 2019?

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“’Joker.’ It’s original, haunting, thoughtprovoking. Incredible acting by Phoenix.”

— Donald Barrett

“’Joker’ was great. That actor should absolutely win best actor. ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’ felt like it was seven hours long. I couldn’t get through it.”

— Oakley Swint

“I didn’t see most of them, but I really, really, really liked ‘JoJo Rabbit.’ Taika Waititi is the goofy genius of our time.”

— Mark Hedden

“’1917!’ But ‘Avengers End Game’ should have been nominated for Best Picture.” — Tiny Schlauch

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A high school student, Wolf Cukier, discovered a new planet on the third day of his internship at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Maryland. The new planet has been called “TO1 1338b” and is 6.9 times larger than Earth, located 1,300 light years away.

It orbits two stars and Cukier likens it to “Star Wars” and Luke Skywalker’s home world, Tatooine, that features two stars setting every evening.

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Monroe County Sheriff Rick Ramsay presents College of the Florida Keys President Jonathan Gueverra with a check for $100,000 Jan. 9 to help fund the COFK’s new Key Largo campus. MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE/Contributed

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onroe County Sheriff Rick Ramsay presented College of the Florida Keys President Jonathan Gueverra with a check for $100,000 last week.

The donation will help fund the college’s new Key Largo campus.

“When Dr. Gueverra told me a few years ago about a campus in the Upper Keys, I told him to count me in, and that I would come up with the money to help,” Ramsay told the Weekly. “It’s all about partnerships; the sheriff’s office loves being a team player and supporting good causes that help the community.”

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confirmed Adam Linhardt, director of media relations for the sheriff’s office.

“It’s not uncommon for the sheriff to donate $100,000 to the community,” he added. “It’s legally complicated, but the sheriff always makes the determination what his legal options are and what will best serve the community.

We do our best to help as many people as we can.”

Ramsay is known for his fiscal responsibility and his push to give money back to the community, Linhardt said.

“A big part of the sheriff’s leadership philosophy is to be a steward of taxpayer money or money flowing into the office that we did not foresee, like drug forfeiture money,” he said. “The sheriff tries to give that money back to the community when appropriate to do good things.”

The sheriff’s office has a longstanding, good relationship with the College of the Florida Keys, where cadets can take criminal justice classes and other training, said Ramsay. “The new campus will help the community overall with higher education for all our citizens. It will also enhance law enforcement training capabilities services in the Upper Keys, and even South Dade, with advanced training otherwise not accessible because Key West is so far,” added the sheriff. He noted that this partnership is “good for all” and further evidence of his strong belief in partnerships among police, residents, businesses, churches and schools.

Gueverra agreed. “The sheriff and I have been partners ever since I took the helm at the college,” he said. “This gift is a continued demonstration of his commitment to our community and education. Without his office’s ongoing support, we would not have a quality, affordable, locally accessible law enforcement training facility.”

The sheriff’s office assured the Weekly that as more money comes available down the road, the sheriff would continue to find uses that benefit as many in the community as possible.

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NEW VIDEOS HIGHLIGHT ONE HUMAN FAMILY AND KEYS’ FRAGILITY

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new video on the Florida Keys’ marketing website at fla-keys. com highlights Key West’s inclusiveness by featuring local residents who provide various answers to the recurring question among gay travelers, “Is Key West still gay?”

Local bartender Daniel Gilbert offers one of the most telling answers.

“Is Key West still gay?” Gilbert says, pondering the question on camera. “Was Key West ever gay, or has it always just been One Human Family? Key West is just for everyone. We accept everyone here.”

And that was the point of the video created by Steve Panariello of Digital Island Media and commissioned by the Monroe County Tourist Development Council.

Panariello was perhaps an ideal filmmaker to produce the latest piece, as he first arrived in Key West around 2003, when the town was preparing to unfurl a 1.25-mile-long rainbow flag down the length of Duval Street. Panariello was working with a film crew that was producing a corresponding documentary, “Key West: City of Colors.”

In the current LGBTQ video, Panariello combines footage from the flag’s proud unfurling in June 2003 with interviews of current residents, including J.T. Thompson,

who created the One Human Family logo and spread the sentiment on hundreds of thousands of bumper stickers that have since been distributed worldwide.

“Key West goes way beyond LGBTQ — it’s all of us,” Thompson says in the new video.

Event planner Fritzie Estimond adds the nearly unanimous sentiment expressed by visiting gay couples. “You can walk down the street here and hold hands,” she says. “You can come here and be completely who you are.”

Those unscripted interviews with current residents provide the video with an authenticity that wouldn’t have been achieved with a scripted feature, TDC director Stacey Mitchell said.

“Our heritage is one of inclusiveness; always has been and always will be,” Mitchell told Keys Weekly on Jan. 15.

“Representing and marketing a destination that provides so many with a sense of welcome and freedom gives new meaning to the word ‘pride.’”

Andy Newman of NewmanPR, which handles public relations for the Florida Keys, said his team had discussed a number of potential ways to tell Key West’s LGBTQ story.

“In the end, we determined it was best to use Key West residents to share

their insights and we’re absolutely delighted with the results,” Newman said. “We believe the video is extremely credible, evokes warm emotions and communicates Key West’s ‘One Human Family’ philosophy, which we feel is the destination’s most important attribute.”

Celebrating sustainability A second video, the visually stunning “Florida Keys: Protecting Paradise,” showcases the efforts of Keys residents to protect the ecosystems of the island chain.

The hour-long film premiered last month on Discovery Channel, and will air again at 7 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 19 on Destination America and at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 25 on WGN America.

Host Chad Crawford takes viewers on dives among the coral reefs, kayak trips through mangrove tunnels and fishing charters that highlight the connection between captain and catch.

“We take viewers to meet the people and creatures who dwell (in the Keys) and discover how visitors and locals alike are connecting with (the) unique environment,” Crawford said, calling the Florida Keys an “environmental masterpiece that’s uniquely stunning and remarkably accessible.” And that’s a wrap.

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‘GLASS’ ‘G L A S S’

WATERFRONT PRESENTS A WORLD PREMIERE

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t’s January and Key West is buzzing with visitors, snowbirds and theater aficionados. As the island’s population swells, local performing arts venues are busy stepping up to double and triple their programming. Theater thirst is real, and the current offerings around town provide a fine sampler platter of drama, musical comedy, opera and even a few low-key alternative twists on the medium.

Waterfront Playhouse enters the field, offering a world premiere that also serves as a love letter to one of Key West’s favorite resident celebrities, Tennessee Williams.

“Glass,” the latest work from playwright Michael Aman, allows audiences a glimpse into the dressing room of Laurette Taylor as she banters with Tennessee Williams in the moments leading up to the opening curtain of “The Glass Menagerie.” A young Williams is ready to throw in the towel after his last play failed to perform, while Taylor finds herself at the other end of the theatrical success spectrum, clinging to relevance while ruminating in her own wistfulness. In the fictitious encounter, the two attempt to find some philosophical and emotional middle ground, but instead continually fall into a cycle of frustration and misunderstanding.

A bottle of Scotch, a gift from a well-wisher, stands between them as both a catalyst for confrontation — as each fights the temptation to slide into old, notoriously bad habits — and as a would-be peace offering.

Tim Torre takes on the role of a young Williams, imbuing the character with a youthful fizz counterbalanced by a darker streak of impotence. Local audiences are mostly accustomed to seeing Williams represented in his later, Key West years. Seeing him at the jumping-off point of his career is an exciting change. Torre is careful to humanize Williams and does not allow the role to slip into caricature.

Merry Jo Cortada plays Laurette Taylor as a conflicted, constantly shifting, swinging version of the legendary actor. Taylor originated the role of Amanda Wingfield in “The Glass Menagerie” just two years before her death. A young, cocky Williams saw “Menagerie” as his last shot at success, but having rebounded from years of alcohol abuse, it truly was a final grab for Taylor. Cortada feels that pressure. In her capable hands, Taylor comes across as a woman on a precipice, with one chance at redemption. She’s completely terrified but still doing her best to project a confidence to match her storied theatrical history. Cortada moves around the stage in alternating bouts of confident swagger and huddled self-protection.

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Aman, who in the past has been known for short plays that push the envelope and beg questions of morality, here pivots to something more akin to nostalgia. Ever introspective, though, Aman also mines the imagined conversation for meditations on success, aging, addiction and restraint.

Ultimately, as the title suggests, “Glass” is a study on fragility — of ego, of success — as two characters walk the thin line between triumph and devastation. If only someone could issue a spoiler alert to Williams and Taylor back in 1944 — “The Glass Menagerie” would catapult Williams to fame and endure the ages. Taylor’s performance in that run would be called “the greatest performance in American theater.” For one fictional night, though, the fates are yet to be decided, and fortunately for Key West audiences, there’s an opportunity to be a fly on that wall.

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GOOD DEEDS Monroe County Property Transfers

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LoKation Real Estate Coldwell Banker Schmitt Sutter & Nugent, Inc.

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805,000.00 675,000.00

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CRAFT SHOW NEXT WEEKEND

35TH ANNUAL MARKET ATTRACTS BEST ARTISANS, SAVVY SHOPPERS

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ne of the Keys’ largest craft shows is right around the corner. The 35th Key West Craft Show takes place Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 25-26, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

Over 70 local and national artists will line several blocks of Whitehead and Caroline streets. The Presidential Gates will be open to welcome guests to view the artists along the Truman Annex entry.

Fine craft artists travel from as far as California, Oregon, Colorado, Michigan and along the East Coast to showcase their work.

Many of the community’s favorites will be returning, along with a number of new artisans and craftsmen.

This year’s artisans offer a variety of work, such as home decor in metal and wood. Visitors will find artistic clothing and accessories from hats to handbags, ceramics and handturned wood kitchen items. Many vendors have jewelry in gold, silver, glass, metal and precious stones. Handcrafted furniture, toys and metal sculpture are all offered at the show.

New this year is “The Market” at the Key West Craft Show, featuring local honey, body scrubs, handmade soaps, candles and more.

“In a world of convenience, we often forget to step back and truly appreciate handmade items,” said show director Grace Epperly. “We invite you to come down and support these artists, support handmade and support small businesses.”

Game table by David and Carolyn Levy.

Clutch by Jessica Joy.

Bring the whole family and stop by the Children’s Art Booth at Whitehead and Greene streets to create an art piece for a $5 donation.

Find parking at the City of Key West garage on Grinnell and Caroline streets or the parking lots along Caroline Street, then hop on the free Duval Loop. There will be a convenient drop-off at Eaton and Whitehead streets near the show.

The Key West Art Center sponsors the show as an extension of its support of local arts and to help maintain its historic building at 301 Front St. More information is at www.

KeyWestArtCenter.com.

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JUDGMENT DAY WHO GAVE US THE GAVEL?

Jan. 8-18 • Fringe Theater presents “Talley’s Folly,” 7 p.m. at The Back Room in Key West Theater.

Jan. 14-Feb. 8 • “Life Sucks,” 8 p.m. at Red Barn Theatre, Key West.

Jan. 16-Feb. 1 • “Glass,” 8 p.m. at Waterfront Playhouse, Key West.

Thursday, Jan. 16 • Key West Farmers Market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Truman Waterfront, Key West.

• Carrie Newcomer in concert, 8 p.m. at The Studios of Key West.

Jan. 17-19 • Meet Artist Michael Flohr at Key West Gallery.

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ello, 2020. It’s been awhile since I’ve written my column, half a year in fact, which is crazy when I think about it, considering 2019 was probably the most significant of my life. I got divorced and re-married. Yes in the same year, actually within a few months of one another. (Gasp!) You can imagine the sort of fodder this provided for our little island. There was a lot of gossip and plenty of judgment.

Some was expected, but some knocked the wind out of my sails, as it came from people I considered friends (and had believed were slow to cast stones).

Each time I found myself under the microscope of chatter there seemed to be a common thread: A lack of empathy combined with some form of hypocrisy.

We’re all susceptible to such behavior, but realizing it can allow us to restock on some much-needed compassion.

Here we are months later and I recently found myself at a holiday gettogether where I ran into an old acquaintance who clearly had had some not-sogreat plastic surgery. She couldn’t have been nicer, but I couldn’t stop staring at her cheeks. Afterward my girlfriend came back to my parents’ house with me for a glass of wine. Naturally we discussed the evening: “It was really nice,” “the food was great,” “beautiful house,” all true statements. Then I opened my mouth without thinking and said, “But did you see soand-so’s face? My god it looked terrible!”

I’ve never considered myself a big gossip, but within my circle of girlfriends I’m definitely guilty of weighing in on people I don’t know enough about.

As soon as the words left my mouth I stopped, apologized to my friend and acknowledged that the statement was

unfair. Honestly, I don’t know if I’d ever done that before and thankfully it was just the two of us chatting privately over some bubbles, allowing me to admit my own personal moment of unnecessary criticism and hypocrisy. (I, too, have gone under the knife.)

We all judge others. Sometimes intentionally, sometimes less deliberately. If the past year taught me anything, it’s that being judged simply doesn’t feel good, especially when the judgment is fueled by uniformed assumptions. No one, not even our closest friends, knows the FULL story. Only we know. And funnily enough a lot of times we don’t share the full story because we’re afraid of what others might think.

The woman from the party could have had surgery for a million reasons, none of which are any of my business.

And to make matters worse, whatever her reason for the surgery, it didn’t turn out so well. And here I am drawing attention to it? Shame on me.

I’m not big on resolutions, but this year I’ve decided to make a dedicated effort to stop myself when I start to judge.

And if we can’t help but judge someone whose ongoing behavior negatively affects our own lives, then let’s resolve to remove those people from our circles whenever possible.

There, I’ve said my piece, and it feels damn good to put the pen to paper again. It also feels incredible to have made recent choices that I decided to make regardless of the judgment I knew I would face. I offer the most heartfelt of gratitude to those who have stood by me, fiercely, with unconditional love. You’ll never know how much it means.

And finally, my sincere apologies to anyone I’ve unfairly judged. It won’t happen again.

Jan. 18-19 • Florida Keys Seafood Festival at Bayview Park, Key West.

Sunday, Jan. 19 • 17th Annual Key West Rotary Club Golf Tournament, 7:30 a.m. at Key West Golf Club.

• Drepung Gomang Buddhist Monks Sacred Arts Tour Opening Ceremony, 1-4 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Key West.

Monday, Jan. 20 • Marin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday • MLK Breakfast, 8 a.m. at Marriott Beachside Hotel, Key West.

• SOS Community Kitchen Hygiene Drive volunteer opportunity, 10-11 a.m., 1020 United St., Key West.

Jan. 21-27 • Kelly McGillis Classic flag football tournament, various venues in Key West.

Tuesday, Jan. 21 • Todd Snider in concert, 8 p.m. at Key West Theater.

• Conch Revival Picnic, 6-8 p.m. at Key West Lighthouse.

Wednesday, Jan. 22 • Tibetan Monks Reception & Movie, 6:30-9 p.m. at Tropic Cinema, Key West.

• Eric Hutchinson w/ Matt Hires, 8-11 p.m. at Key West Theater.

Saturday, Jan. 25 • Grease Sing-Along, 8 p.m. at Tropic Cinema.

Jan 25-26 • Key West Craft Show featuring over 70 local & national artists, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Caroline and Whitehead streets.

Jan. 26-Feb. 2 • 11th Annual Key West Food & Wine Festival.

Sunday, Jan. 26 • Onesie Pub Crawl, 2 p.m., starting at Tattoos & Scars, Key West.

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FOR THE GREATER SOLDIER RIDE 2020 TAKES VICTORY LAP AROUND TOWN

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ey West showed its true and traditional colors when hundreds of residents and visitors, including kids, families and business owners, lined the entrance to Key West wearing red, white and blue in support of the 40 or so Wounded Warriors who participated in this year’s Soldier Ride through the Florida Keys.

The final leg of this year’s ride took the veterans from Naval Air Station Key West at Boca Chica into Key West on Jan. 11. The riders did a victory lap around the island and then met local military leaders at a ceremony at Bayview Park.

From there, they climbed back on their bikes and invited members of the community to join them for a leisurely tour of Key West.

This year’s event was coordinated locally by Key West’s Military Affairs Committee with the help of dozens of individuals and community groups.

— Weekly staff report

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LARRY BLACKBURN/Keys Weekly 1. Wounded Warriors pedal traditional and adaptive recumbent bicycles in Soldier Ride 2020.

2. For the third year, the Sunrise Rotary Club adorns 167 trees with yellow ribbons and American flags.

3. A tree adorned with handwritten notes on yellow ribbons welcomes the community and warriors to Bayview Park on Jan. 11.

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4. Mike Horn and his granddaughter await the Wounded Warriors.

5. Captain Mark Sohaney, commander of NAS Key West, welcomes the Wounded Warriors to a ceremony at Bayview Park.

6. As part of his recent service project, Key West High School student Dylan Olive works with the students and teachers at Sigsbee Charter School to highlight the patriotism of the Key West community.

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7. Crew members of the United States Coast Guard Cutter Mohawk help hang some of the 300-plus banners that lined the Soldier Ride route to welcome the Wounded Warriors to Key West.

8. Marty Hirsch and Annabelle show off their handpainted shirts to welcome the warriors.

9. A welcome ceremony recognizing Soldier Ride participants starts with the Navy’s Honor Guard and the Pledge of Allegiance.

10. Forty-four Wounded Warriors pedal into Key West on Jan. 11 for Soldier Ride 2020.

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11. Key West International Airport donates the funds that enabled the American flags to be displayed through January in support of the Soldier Ride.

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WHAT THE STARS HAVE IN STORE

REDA WIGLE If you’ll allow a brief detour from Western astrology, the Chinese New Year begins next week, and with it the ushering in of The Year of the Metal Rat. In addition to being a pretty solid band name, The Year of the Metal Rat has power to bestow, challenges to present and revelations to deliver.

is a middle child and Taurus Fire Tiger named after a stigmatic saint.

She divides her time and affections between New Orleans and Key West.

Elementally, metal is a conductor, transferring electricity and carrying heat. How does this translate in 2020? This year is about imagination and industry; the time is nigh to begin creative endeavors.

In terms of guiding animal energy, rats are industrious, clever and prolific. They take care of their own, tending to the sick and injured in their pack. Prone to depression and nervousness, isolation is devastating to rats — see Templeton, the tritagonist of “Charlotte’s Web.” Rats require the bolstering company of others. In kind, 2020 is a time for collaboration and companionship. Run with the pack, so to speak.

The danger of all this needful togetherness in the Rat year is that it can lead to feelings of jealousy and possessiveness. Keep in mind, as we move through these next months that nothing truly belongs to anyone and we should leave room at the proverbial table, or in the metaphorical sewer, for everyone.

CAPRICORN Dec. 22 – Jan. 19 The theme for sea goats in 2020 is emancipation. First item on the agenda: Free yourself from your own negative thought patterns. By expecting the worst, you invent and invite it. Enough. Try to conjure only positive possibilities and wildly optimistic outcomes.

Notable Capricorn: Janis Joplin / Jan. 18, 1943 AQUARIUS Jan. 20 – Feb. 18 You are the zodiac sign most likely to dispense unsolicited advice. While at least 14% of your advisements are apt, I encourage you to save your sermons in the weeks ahead. Let the ones you love win wisdom through their own faltering.

Notable Aquarius: Galileo / Feb. 15, 1564 PISCES Feb. 19 – March 20 The hierarchy of your inner circle is shifting, and a culling is called for. Those who don’t support, challenge and accept you will be ousted. This vacancy in your proverbial dance card will make space for fresh acquaintances to become fast friends.

Notable Pisces: Elizabeth Taylor / Feb. 27, 1932 ARIES March 21 – April 19 It takes a baptism by fire to birth an Aries anew. The good news is, the trying flames have subsided, dear Ram, and you have nothing but a sanctified, albeit lightly singed, path ahead of you. Walk on.

Notable Aries: Steven Seagal / April 10, 1952

TAURUS April 20 – May 20 Fellow bull Grace Jones maintains, “Survival is my primary instinct. It’s out of my control.

It’s an outside force, a voice that says, ‘Do this for your life or it will devour you.’” Not everything is a matter of life and death, of course, but I urge you to discern what has the potential to swallow you whole and kick that f*cker square in its greedy teeth.

Notable Taurus: James Brown / May 3, 1933 GEMINI May 21 – June 20 Falling in love, as a sage Gemini once told me, is a misnomer. If we’re doing it right, we should be rising in love, an elevation of spirit and self.

If you’re feeling more bogged down than raised up, consider more carefully where you’re casting your affections.

Notable Gemini: Allen Ginsberg/ June 3, 1926 CANCER June 21 – July 22 As we crest the wave toward Aquarius season, you are experiencing a kind of emotional molting. What was once comfortable now feels constricting and the sure thing is coming up short as you are being called to personal progress.

You may find yourself craving the company and influence of radicals, free thinkers and rambling men. Open mind, open heart, open door.

Notable Cancer: Cat Stevens / July 21, 1948 LEO July 23 – Aug. 22 Fellow Leo and celebrated rabble-rouser Charles Bukowski once said, “I never met another man I’d rather be. And even if that’s a delusion, it’s a lucky one.” I hope you feel a similar preference. No matter

where or what you are, you are a wonderful thing to be.

Notable Leo: Nipsey Hussle / Aug. 15, 1985 VIRGO Aug. 23 – Sept. 22 A favorite Virg-bro of mine, when discussing his ex-girlfriend’s new relationship, announced coolly, “He can have that hell.” I wonder, Virgo, what pain you could spare yourself by adopting a similar strategy of relieved release.

Notable Virgo: Keith Moon / Aug. 23, 1946 LIBRA Sept. 23 – Oct. 22 “Wild” author and advice columnist Cheryl Strayed writes, “Acceptance is a small, quiet room.” To get there, Libra, you have to shut up and be willing to go it alone.

Notable Libra: Todd Snider / Oct. 11, 1966 SCORPIO Oct. 23 to Nov. 21 The path to forgiveness is not paved with apologies. It is constant road construction, the traffic cones and potholes of our attempts to amend our failures. Save your sorry and get to work on driving more thoughtfully and preventing future accidents.

Notable Scorpio: Sylvia Plath / Oct. 27, 1932 SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22 – Dec. 21 The final two weeks of the month may find you irritable and unable to communicate clearly. Your brain is begging for a break. Restrict (not one of your favorite words) the amount of time you spend interacting with screens and strangers. Tune into your own higher frequency.

Notable Sagittarius: Billy Idol / Nov. 30, 1955

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LOCAL ARTIST, NATIONAL EXHIBIT NEW YORK CITY MUSEUM HONORS KEY WEST ARTIST SUZIE ‘ZUZEK’ DEPOO

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BUILDINGS AND BUSES The new transportation building on Stock Island ultimately will allow the school district to convert its downtown headquarters into housing. MANDY MILES/Keys Weekly

SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES TAKE SHAPE IN KEY WEST, MARATHON

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In addition to textiles, Suzie dePoo was a prolific painter, often using oil paints on wood panels, as with ‘Fish Talk.’ GALLERY ON GREENE/Contributed

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ey West Art & Historical Society is coordinating a fashion- and art-filled excursion to New York City from Wednesday, May 13 to Saturday, May 16 for a special curator tour and opening reception of an exhibit honoring the late Key West artist Suzie ‘Zuzek’ dePoo. The exhibit, entitled “Suzie Zuzek for Lilly Pulitzer: The Prints that Made the Fashion Brand,” is on display at the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum and celebrates dePoo’s accomplishments as a prolific textile designer who created over 1,500 designs for Key West Hand Print Fabrics between 1962 and 1985 for use by Lilly Pulitzer.

The Cooper Hewitt Museum exhibition will reveal the nature and scope of her previously unrecognized artistic contribution to the iconic upscale resort wear that became well-known for its vibrant colors and exuberant patterns, many of which were created by Suzie dePoo. It will feature more than 35 of the Key West artist’s original watercolor and gouache design drawings alongside finished screenprinted textiles and some of the fashions that made them famous.

A recognized legacy to the Key West arts community for her

textiles, sculptures and wood panel paintings, dePoo was celebrated by Key West Art & Historical Society in 2015 with an exhibit at the Custom House Museum that featured her talents as a designer for Key West Hand Print Fabrics, a factory that created up to four miles of fabric a week and was Pulitzer’s textile provider.

The museum continues to house many of her displayed and archived works, including the textiles designed for Pulitzer.

The four-day/three-night trip package is $1,262 per person (based on double occupancy) and includes airfare and transportation, lodging at Hotel Belleclaire near Lincoln Center, two free admissions to your choice of The American Museum of Natural History, The Museum of the City of New York, Circle Line Harbor Cruise, The MET, the Empire State Building Observatory, or the Top of the Rock Observation Deck, and shopping discounts at Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s.

A $50 deposit is due by Jan. 31, with final payment due March 13. To book, please contact tour coordinator Jenni Konrad at jenni@ threeseastravel.com or 305-9123253. For more information, visit kwahs.org.

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block-long fence on Stock Island encloses the construction project that eventually will enable the school district to convert its downtown transportation and administrative headquarters into long-awaited workforce housing.

The new, $14 million Transportation and Internal Services building that Ajax builders is constructing on 5th Street on Stock Island will house the school district’s Key West bus fleet, maintenance bays, transportation offices and other internal department offices.

The building is due to be finished for the 2020-21 school year, according to a timeline discussed at a November school board meeting.

“Initially, our sole intent for the Stock Island property was to only use it for the transportation department,” Superintendent Mark Porter said back in July, when fielding concerns about the project cost. “But then we decided to add other internal departments to the mix because that would help us vacate a significant portion of the Trumbo Road property.”

The Stock Island site also will include 5,000 square feet of space for the storage of paper records that are being digitized.

Former school board chairman Bobby Highsmith called the transportation building, “the first time in 16 years that this school district has made a

positive step toward converting Trumbo Road to housing.”

But the school district is also addressing its transportation needs in the Middle Keys.

In Marathon, “Building No. 5” is under construction at the northeast corner of the Stanley Switlik Elementary School site.

It’s approximately 7,000 square feet, and wrapped into the larger renovation of the school, set to be complete by the time the 2020-21 school year starts in August.

District maintenance and transportation employees, who currently work out of a smaller building nearby, will use the new facility.

“This will be an official space with a bus bay,” said Doug Pryor, the district’s facilities manager. "There will also be spaces for parts and tire storage, a workshop, maintenance storage, a locksmith shop, plans storage and ancillary offices.”

The entire school renovation is projected to cost $38 million and is about half complete. The staff and students have officially moved into the new administration and new classroom building.

“The students and staff in the old Sue Moore building have been moved into the portable classrooms while the space is renovated. That renovation will also include the cafeteria building,” Pryor said.

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CITY SEEKS FIRM FOR DUVAL STREET IMPROVEMENTS

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erald Ford was president the last time Key West made a concerted effort to upgrade and improve Duval Street.

Telephones had cords, airplanes had smoking sections and Key West, like the rest of the country, was preparing for the nation’s bicentennial celebration.

It was 1976.

Charles “Sonny” McCoy was mayor of Key West and two young businessmen named Ed Swift and Chris Belland had just started buying and renovat-

ing dilapidated buildings along Duval Street.

The city’s “Downtown ’76” project, according to the federal directory of cities’ bicentennial programs, included “the facelifting of old buildings, the widening of sidewalks and extensive planting and beautification of Duval Street.”

“It’s about time,” City Manager Greg Veliz said on Jan. 10 while speaking with Key West’s director of engineering, Steve McAlearney, whose department

recently issued a request for qualifications, seeking firms that would like to oversee the revitalization of Duval Street.

“The goal of the project is to renovate and revitalize Duval Street to increase opportunities for public use as an iconic civic space for leisure, commerce, and tourism; address the infrastructure which will allow for reasonable maintenance frequency and reduce costs to businesses and taxpayers; improve safety for pedestri-

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ans and vehicles; and maintain mobility for desired transit operations for all users,” the RFQ states.

“We say this is the most iconic street we’ve got, and yet we’ve put no money into it,” Mayor Teri Johnston told The Weekly on Jan. 13. “We need to make Duval Street much more welcoming and inviting and we gave the companies a blank slate to work with.”

“The RFQ asked companies to tell us everything they can offer, from handling stormwater and infrastructure on Duval Street to the final landscaping,” McAlearney said. “We’ve received responses from eight really good companies and we’ll open bids on Feb. 19.”

Once the proposals are opened, an evaluation committee of both city staff and qualified community members will rank the responses and make a recommendation to the City Commission.

“But everyone will have plenty of input at plenty of public meetings,” Veliz said, emphasizing that whichever firm is selected will be required to involve the community in the decision-making process.

City officials and many, though not all, business owners on and surrounding the city’s iconic tourism corridor have said they’re excited to see what’s possible — once the city paves the way for improvement, quite literally.

In a community where common ground can be a precious commodity, the near-unanimous priority is the repaving of Duval Street.

“First and foremost definitely has to be road repairs,” said Bill Lay, who has owned La Trattoria restaurant on Duval Street since 2006. “And it’s not going to be easy. Just as North Roosevelt Boulevard is better now after we overhauled that. But once the road is fixed, then we can focus on the revitalization.

Duval Street is dated. There’s no doubt. And Michael Halpern opened the door to what things could look like with the new pocket park in the 1400 block of Duval that looks fantastic.

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“I just ask the city, please don’t drag your feet on this,” Lay said. “This shouldn’t take years and years. Let’s move on this.”

But former city commissioner and current candidate for mayor Mark Rossi, who owns a complex of bars in the 200 block of Duval Street, said he thinks the road repairs are as far as the city should go.

“Yes, we need to fix the potholes, but other than that, I think it’s fine the way it is,” Rossi said. “I’d rather take the money we’re gonna spend on Duval and spend it on the locals’ quality of life. I own a tourism business, but right now, residents aren’t getting their fair share. We can do a fluff-and-buff cleanup, but other than that, let’s not waste taxpayers’ money on this.”

Duval Street real estate broker Will Langley with Berkshire Hathaway agrees with Lay about the importance of Duval improvements.

Langley not only handles commercial leases for Duval Street property owners, but he also works every day from his office at the corner of Eaton and Duval.

“A lot of good businesses on Duval Street are begging for something new to happen down here,” Langley said. “I love the new sidewalk dining option, and the thought of wider, uncluttered sidewalks is great. A rising tide lifts all ships, and more people will come to Duval and the surrounding businesses if we make it a better place to be.”

City Commissioner Jimmy Weekley said he’s excited to see what the firms propose, and he reminded each that the street needs to continue to serve multiple purposes, from parades and street fairs to concerts, sidewalk dining and other events., “We’ve also asked our lobbyists to help us identify possible grant money that’s available for this type of revitalization,” Weekley said.

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11TH ANNUAL KEY WEST FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL

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vents don’t just coast pass the decade mark. In a busy environment like Key West, it takes something special for an annual event not only to survive, but also to evolve and thrive over the years.

The Key West Food and Wine Festival proves to have discovered some piece of that formula as it enters its 11th year. The festival has grown to become “one of the best food and wine festivals in the country,” as designated by the Travel Channel. Event director Mark Certino credits that famous island sparkle and shine.

“It works because we’re Key West and there’s a bit of magic in that.

Guests come from all over the country and many are repeat guests that I know by name,” Certino said. At the end of the month, those return guests will start flying south as they seek mouth-watering winter sustenance.

For food-lovers (is anyone not a food lover?) and wine lovers (see above), there’s no better place to land in January than a sunny island filled to the brim with local chefs, indigenous ingredients and premium spirits. For five days, Jan. 26 - Feb. 2, visitors can sample over 30 unique events, held in spectacular locations ranging from the deck of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Ingham to the classic Key West waterfront. One distinctive event, “Turtles & Sharks & Mermaids, Oh My,” is held among the aquatic residents of Florida’s oldest aquarium. Surrounded by underwater denizens, guests sample fine vintages and inventive cuisine, all served by “mermaids” from the Key West Mermaid Festival. For those seeking scenery and mobility, trolley tours offer

wine-fueled stops in Key West’s most remarkable gardens.

Regardless of the particular setting, guests can expect the same high level of production they’ve experienced in the past.

“Someone who was considering flying down for the festival called me the other day and asked what makes this different from other festivals,” said Certino. “Well, this isn’t a typical event with people packed into tents trying to get a taste of the dishes. We limit our numbers very specifically for that reason and intentionally offer unique settings. We’re serving drinks in crystal, never plastic. It’s fun, but it’s still quality.”

Visitors need not worry about what size footprint they’re leaving with all of this indulgence. The festival proudly asserts that the environment isn’t sacrificed for the sake of the sublime. With a fleet of locals and environmentally responsible vendors involved, there is a strong focus on ocean health. “We’re very conscious of our ocean. There’s no plastic, ever,” said Certino. In addition to that commitment, which is impressive at the scale of such a major event, the festival also works with ecological groups to ensure everything is on the right track. One partner, Mote Marine, is also playing host to a sold-out event, in which participants travel to Summerland Key to visit the Mote Marine International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration. Once there, festival participants will enjoy sips of great wine while visiting stations where live coral is being cultivated. “You can’t do something like that anywhere else,” said Certino.

FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS 26th Annual Master Chefs Classic Margaritaville Resort 4-7 p.m. on Jan. 26 Colorado Cannabis Retreats CBD Culinary Workshop The Garden at the Oldest House Museum 9-11 a.m. on Jan. 27 MOTE Marine Coral Reef Wine Tour & Lunch MOTE Marine Research Center 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Jan. 28 Sunset Kickoff Party USCGC Ingham 5-7 p.m. on Jan. 29 Grilled Cheese & Beer Sunset Green Event Lawn 6-8 p.m. on Jan. 30 Old Town Scavenger Hunt Conch Republic Seafood Company 2-4:30 p.m. on Jan. 31 “Turtles & Sharks & Mermaids, Oh My” Key West Aquarium 5-7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 31 Old Town Uncorked UNLEASHED along Duval Street 2-5 p.m. on Feb. 1 Key West Artisan Market: Super Bowl Edition Clarence H. Higgs Memorial Beach 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Feb. 2

KEY WEST FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL Jan. 26 - Feb. 2 various locations throughout Key West Tickets available for individual events Prices range from $30 to $200/event keywestfoodandwinefestival.com/tickets in person at the Sotheby’s Welcome Center, 420 Fleming St.

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n Florida, a handful of new laws went into effect at the start of the year.

While the most talkedabout change involves texting while driving, several others could affect your life here in the Keys.

Cigarettes & vaping: The minimum age to purchase cigarettes or vaping products went up from 18 to 21. In the next 30 days, most fruit- and mint-flavored nicotine vaping products will be banned by the FDA.

TIFFANY DUONG Lower business property taxes: Taxes on commercial leases dropped from 5.7% to 5.5%. The reduced sales tax rate applies to rentals, leases and licenses to use real property.

Texting: Texting while driving has become a “primary offense,” meaning cops can pull drivers over on suspicion of texting while driving alone. “Texting” includes emailing, messaging, and otherwise typing on a cell phone while driving. With the new year, police can now issue uniform traffic citations for texting behind the wheel. A first offense is a $30 fine and court fees. Holding a phone in a school zone could result in a fine.

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7 THINGS YOU SHOULD HAVE KNOWN 2 WEEKS AGO

Real ID: Does your driver’s license have a little gold star on the top right?

If so, you’re safe. If not, you’ll need to get a Real ID sooner rather than later.

Real ID attempts to improve the security of licenses and ID. cards. On Oct. 1, 2020, you won’t be able to fly in/out of Florida on a commercial airplane with a non-compliant license alone. As of the new year, non-compliant licenses no longer can be renewed online.

Minimum wage: Florida’s starting minimum wage increased by $0.10, from $8.46 to $8.56. Amendment 2, which voters will be able to vote on in November, would increase this to $10 in 2021 with a gradual rise to $15 by 2026.

New Florida laws took effect Jan. 1

Notarizing documents: Need to notarize a document in Florida? Now you can do it online. Notaries must be physically present to perform the service, but signatories can now be anywhere in the world and still have documents legally notarized through online-video communications.

Prescriptions: Prescriptions now must be sent electronically. Medical care providers have until license renewal or July 1, 2021 to comply. A waiver and a few exceptions exist.

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Toll booths are removed from the Overseas Highway in 1954.

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TOLL BOOTHS REMOVED IN 1954, HIGHWAY DECLARED FLORIDA FREEWAY

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igeon Key was identified on early Spanish charts as Cayo Paloma. Paloma is the Spanish word for pigeon. The story goes that the island was once home to large flocks of white crowned pigeons.

It would appear as Dove Kay on an 1846 chart. A couple of years later, in “Reconnaissance of the Florida Reefs and All the Keys,” F.W. Gerdes would write, “The first key in Bahia Honda Bank W. of Key Vacas Harbor is named Pigeon Key.” Pigeon Key, the lynchpin of the Seven Mile Bridge, is an amazing little island and one of the few in the Florida Keys chain that proved integral during construction of both the Over-Sea Railroad and several versions of the Overseas Highway. During the railroad’s construction years, the island was used primarily as a work camp. An article dated Jan. 21, 1912, appearing in the Indianapolis Sunday Star, reads, “The camps are in charge of a resident or division engineer with the one at Pigeon Key presently the most active. At high tide Pigeon Key is about two acres in extent and perhaps three acres at low tide. There are four bunkhouses, each designed to hold 64 men; one of them for the foremen, who are housed apart from the laborers. Each has a reading room with good lights. Good mattresses are provided on standard double-decked bunks, with plenty of clean bedclothes; all laundry work being done by the company. Once a week all beds are washed and thoroughly disinfected to keep any parasites from getting a start.”

With the completion of Flagler’s train tracks, Pigeon Key stopped operating as a work camp and transitioned into the home base for the maintenance crew as well as the bridge ten-

der in charge of opening and closing the swing bridge over Moser Channel whenever boats needed to pass. From there, a small community developed and from 1912-1935 as many as 40 people called the island home. A school opened in 1923 and on April 9 of the same year, Post Office Pigeon Key was established. It would operate for a decade.

The 1935 Labor Day Hurricane would alter the course of history not just for Henry Flagler’s railroad, but for Pigeon Key, too. While the Category 5 hurricane is still considered the most powerful storm to strike North America, it was not a large storm. The eye wall crossed the island chain only 20 miles away, but Pigeon Key was left relatively undamaged. Flagler’s railroad could not make the same claim as 40 miles of track were twisted and torn from the bedrock. Sept. 2, 1935 would ultimately become the day the train to Key West died.

A little more than a year later, the Florida East Coast Railway sold the right-of-way of the Over-Sea Railroad to the state of Florida for $640,000 – included as part of the right-of-way was Pigeon Key. Because the railroad bridges had largely withstood hurricane forces and remained standing, those abandoned bridges between Lower Matecumbe Key and Big Pine Key were widened to accommodate automobile traffic. The Overseas Highway, prior to the 1935 hurricane, had been incomplete and required passage aboard an automobile ferry to complete the trek from the mainland to Key West. Retrofitting the railroad bridges so that they became suitable for automobile passage would eliminate the sometimes unreliable and always time-consuming ferry system. The project was overseen

by the newly formed Overseas Toll and Bridge District, headquartered at Pigeon Key. When the Overseas Highway reopened to traffic in 1938, the improved road system had also become a toll road with two toll booths, one located at Lower Matecumbe Key and one at Big Pine. All money collected at the booths was brought to operations at Pigeon Key. Though created to repay a $3.6 million federal loan obtained to improve the Overseas Highway, the funds were being used to lavish expensive food and drink on the district headquarters. Other fraudulent indulgences included the construction of a swimming pool and the purchase of a luxury cabin cruiser for fishing.

Once the schemes were uncovered, the Overseas Road and Toll Bridge District was closed, the toll booths hauled away and, on April 15, 1954, the road opened as the Florida Freeway. The change of name did not go over well with locals, who petitioned to have the name changed back to the Overseas Highway. Pigeon Key was subsequently given to Monroe County and today the old wooden buildings out on the island sit like a ghost town of sorts. The historic island is managed by the Pigeon Key Foundation and tours of the island feel a great deal like stepping back in time. For $12 ($9 if you are a Monroe County resident), a boat will take you out to the island.

From there, you can explore on your own or have a guide spend about an hour talking about the island’s storied history. For tour information, call 305743-5999.

Brad Bertelli is curator of the Keys History & Discovery Center.

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yron (Mike) Schwartz of Key West, Florida and formerly of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away on Aug. 28, 2019 due to complications from Lou Gehrig’s Disease (ALS).

He is survived by his daughter Jamie Schwartz, son-in-law Alan Husarchik, granddaughter Avery Husarchik, his sister Micky Schwartz Mayer and his faithful four-legged companion Jaxsun.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Karen Schwartz.

Mike was formerly employed by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office in Key West, where he served as the work release specialist.

A Celebration of Life is planned for 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 19 at the Key West VFW. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to the SPCA, The ALS Association or a charity of the donor’s choice.

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IT’S ‘PRIME TIME’ FOR THE STUDIOS OF KEY WEST MUSICAL COMEDY POKES FUN AT CLASSIC TV

The May 2019 cast of “Prime Time” gathers around the piano. From left: Kristen Michelle, Rob Baumgartner, Jeremy Zoma, Debra Barsha, Barry Tarallo, Jordan Fife Hunt, Erin McKenna and Kyla Piscopink. LARRY BLACKBURN/Keys Weekly

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ontinuing its mission to present the kind of theater one can’t see anywhere else, The Studios of Key West announces the return of “Prime Time,” a new musical comedy by Blake Hunter and Charles Lindberg.

Tickets are on sale for the production, which runs for 10 shows, Jan. 28 through Feb. 8.

Key West theater reviewer Joanna Brady said “Prime Time” is “a witty, urbane musical with dialogue that’s tight, snappy and crisp; the whole combination is wildly entertaining.”

The show is the latest creative venture by Hunter, a Key West resident with numerous Emmy nominations and several BMI TV music awards. He served as a writer on the hit show “WKRP in Cincinnati,” executive producer on “Diff’rent Strokes,” and co-creator of “Who’s the Boss,” which ran for eight years and was syndicated all over the world.

The “Prime Time” story takes place on the set of the fictional “The Jerry Cherry Show,” a once wildly popular variety show that’s lost its magic. Diana Cherry (Maribeth Graham) may be the show’s top executive and “the first female showrunner in Tinseltown,” but it’s her husband Jerry Cherry (Michael Castellano) who gets all the acclaim.

With Jerry’s outsized ego, wandering eye and extramarital exploits splashed across the tabloids, Diana has more to worry about than the show’s sinking ratings.

Enter Marty Davis (Jeremy Zoma), a comic whiz hired by the network to usher in a younger audience. Marty may be just what the show needs, but when it turns out his interest goes deeper than just resuscitating the ratings, Diana faces a whole new set of problems.

Under the direction of Murphy Davis, and with the help of musical director Debra Barsha and choreographer Kyla Piscopink, the script takes off. Rounding out the production are top local and national actors including Kristen Michelle, Erin McKenna and Barry Tarallo, among others.

“Prime Time” opens Tuesday, Jan. 28 at The Studios of Key West’s Helmerich Theater, 533 Eaton St., and runs at 8 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday nights through Feb. 8.

Tickets range from $50 to $100, with discounts for Studios members, and can be purchased at tskw. org or by calling 305-296-0458.

Highlights from last season’s production of “Prime Time” are at https://vimeo.com/338915704.

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CUTE COMPETITION

ALL-STAR PUPPY SCORES WITH KEY WEST HOME The unflappable Rafe Halpern took it all in stride and made it happen, proudly showing photos of Sol in USA Today and “People” magazine.

She’s come pretty far from the streets of Colombia.

The Southernmost House and Seaside Café will host a fundraiser for Cartagena Paws and a Puppy Bowl viewing party starting at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 2. The Puppy Bowl starts at 3 p.m. and airs on Animal Planet.

“Obviously we’ll be finished before the Super Bowl starts, but this will give people a chance to come meet Sol and support a great organization,” Michael Halpern said as Sol and River delicately shared a French fry, “Lady and the Tramp”-style — in a photo opp that’s sure to make the post-game highlights.

From left, 3-year-old River Halpern shares French fries with Sol, the puppy, and dad, Rafe Halpern.

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afe Halpern had enough on his plate, quite literally, running his new Seaside Café at the Southernmost House and running after his 3-yearold son, River.

A new puppy wasn’t exactly part of his plan. But then he met Maureen Cattieu, a café customer and new teacher at Gerald Adams Elementary School, who had just spent eight years teaching English in Cartagena, Colombia. While there, Cattieu, who’s originally from Buffalo, New York, helped launch a nonprofit animal rescue organization that finds American homes for abused and abandoned dogs and cats from Cartagena’s worst neighborhoods.

To date, Cartagena Paws has flown more than 200 cats and dogs to the States to meet their adoptive families.

Sweet “Sol,” (Spanish for sun) was one of those lucky pups.

A photo on Cattieu’s phone showed Halpern a “skin-and-bones” puppy with eyes that begged for an easier future than the one that awaited her in Colombia.

“Come on,” Halpern said. “How do you say no to that, especially when River had been asking for a dog?”

In August, father and son went to Key West International Airport to greet an arriving

flight and meet the newest member of their family.

“I’ll admit, I wasn’t particularly in favor of the idea of these guys getting a new puppy,” Rafe’s father, Michael Halpern, acknowledged last week. “But thank God, neither of my sons have ever spent much time listening to me, because this is my grand-dog and I couldn’t adore her more than I already do.”

Sol’s story could end happily enough right there, with the puppy winning over the Halperns’ hearts and finding the family she deserved.

But wait, there’s more.

Rafe Halpern didn’t know he was adopting a Super Bowl celebrity — well, sort of.

As it turned out, Animal Planet had chosen to highlight Cartagena Paws during the upcoming and always adorable Puppy Bowl the network airs on the afternoon of Super Bowl Sunday.

Sol met the age and vaccination requirements and was selected to represent Cartagena Paws in this year’s Puppy Bowl.

She was "drafted" for the starting lineup of Team Fluff, which faces Team Ruff in each Puppy Bowl, Cattieu said.

“So when Rafe agreed to adopt Sol, I also had to let him know that he’d be taking her to New York City for the filming,” she said.

Sol will represent Team Fluff in Animal Planet's Puppy Bowl. KEITH BARRACLOUGH/ Animal Planet

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KEY WEST WEEKLY / JANUARY 16, 2020 Todd Snider shares songs and stories on stage, as only he can.

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n song and spirit, Todd Snider is what you call a rambling man. A one-time teenage runaway, he took to music as a way to make hitching rides and crashing couches easier. “If you can play a few songs it seems like you can go a lot of places,” said Snider from the vantage of years and miles.

“I like singing but I mostly like the lifestyle, traveling constantly and feeling like part of the night.” For Snider, that lifestyle does not abide keys, watches, cell phones or the routine wearing of shoes.

Snider received his education in troubadour living from legendary mentors Jerry Jeff Walker, John Prine and Guy Clark. “Guy Clark laid out the rules: no pandering, no begging; if it’s not about chasing the muse, then you’re embarrassing us. I once asked a crowd how they were doing and he invited me out to his house to tell me to knock it off.”

Snider is a prolific songwriter who draws from the personal, the political and points between. “The first thing is getting the nerve to get your heart open and show everyone what’s in there. It can be embarrassing, but I tell myself that not all the songs have to be good, and that makes it easier,” said Snider, who views songs as a sacred necessity.

“They’re three-minute distractions from our doom.”

Snider’s latest batch of doom distractors is the “The Cash Cabin Sessions, Vol. 3.” The album was recorded in and named for the storied log cabin studio built by Johnny Cash.

A series of dream visitations from Cash, who died in the cabin, convinced Snider to record there. The experience proved profound.

“That cabin is electric. No one’s ever made any music in there for any other reason than the love of it.” The love is evident and Snider, who played all instruments on the record, braids humor and heart in songs that conjure ghosts and dress down the state of the union.

Snider is equal parts storyteller and songwriter. His live performances include anecdotes from his trials and travels: his failed attempts at jockdom, getting swindled by a NASCAR impersonator, admiring Slash’s belly chain and being saved from the brink by a banana. Snider spun some of these yarns into his 2014 book, the riot of a read, “I Never Met A Story I Didn’t Like: Mostly True Tales.” For Snider, the primary benefit of publication is the legitimacy it affords him when making small talk on airplanes. “If I say to people that I’m a folk singer, they look at me side-eyed, but when I say I’m an author they think I went to school. I can wear elbow patches on a sport coat and come off like an intellectual. Only for strangers, though.”

Pre-authordom and elbow patches, Snider came south to Key West as a guest of another of his mentors, and the island’s most famous ambassador, Jimmy Buffett. “That’s my main brag, I went down there with him.

I got to hear all the legends about Louie’s Backyard. I know a couple stories I can’t tell,” he said, laughing. One story suitable for publication involves Hunter S. Thompson driving his speedboat into Buffett’s front yard.

Snider was signed for a time to Buffett’s Margaritaville record label. “When I finished my second record, Jimmy gave me the keys to his house in Key West. He’s got a song called ‘Gypsies In the Palace’ and we were.

My band came down and we all just roared.”

For Snider, Key West remains as fine a town

as any for a wayward musician. “If you are a rapscallion or a busker type person, the troubadour capital of America is Key West.

Driving down Duval, there are 12 jobs on one street every single night. What paradise. If someone’s living down there, you don’t ask them why.”

Snider brought his brand of busking to the island in 2016 with a pair of sold-out shows at The Studios of Key West and COAST Stock Island. In a tip of his hat to Buffett, Snider concluded the show with a rendition of “God’s Own Drunk.”

These days, Snider hangs that hat in his lakeside home in Tennessee. The bucolic setting has calmed, if not cured, his wild ways. “Every time a car pulls up and says ‘get in,’ I don’t. I used to. I just got tired.” He has taken to flower gardening, his old hitchhiking thumbs turning green. “I stuck flowers I liked in the ground. I still don’t know their names, but I’m good. I play music for them.” Snider moved lakeside following his divorce a few years ago. January finds him one month shy of his final alimony payment. “I’m working on a song about it. It’s called ‘Starting Now, It’s Over.’ Think of all the expensive fertilizer I can buy now,” he deadpans.

As fortifying as flower gardening and lake gazing can be, too much time at home makes Snider lonesome for the road. “I get restless after awhile and start chain smoking weed and waiting for the bus.” After 30some years of traveling and playing, there’s no retiring the ramble and no place like the next stop. “I don’t have a goal. I’m just out there for the free weed and the good times.

I’m just happy to be somewhere.”

Hear Todd Snider when Key West becomes that somewhere at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 21 at the Key West Theater.

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he 2020 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees were announced this week, setting off a social media firestorm as many questioned the selection process and the true definition of “Rock and Roll.” Regardless, on May 2, The Doobie Brothers, Depeche Mode, Whitney Houston, Nine Inch Nails, The Notorious B.I.G. and T. Rex will all join a legendary list of timeless musicians. And while much of the selection process is subjective to the ever evolving artistry around the rock genre, there is always plenty of room for debate on those who have yet to receive a ticket to Cleveland’s Public Auditorium. After all, with all due respect to Depeche Mode, are we really giving them the nod over the likes of Ozzy Osbourne, John Coltrane and Peter Frampton?

Typically, we reserve our top 10s for a slice of humor, but this week our Weekly staff weighs in on...

10. OutKast: It was so easy to define hiphop and rap movements, until two dope Atlanta boys in a Cadillac forever changed the game.

9. Jane’s Addiction: If you have ever seen them live, you know why they belong in the HOF. Perry Farrell, Dave Navarro and company are as unique as it gets.

8. Ozzy Osbourne: Snubbed for 15 years. It’s hard to say “Rock and Roll” without picturing this guy.

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7. Rage Against the Machine: Changed rock forever. They weren’t the first to combine heavy metal, rock and rap themes. But they did it unlike anyone ever had.

6. Jethro Tull: Snubbed for 27 years. If they belong in conversations as one of the best ever, they belong in the HOF. 5. Judas Priest: Greatest metal band of all time? Arguably. And did we mention they have sold over 50 million albums?

4. Soundgarden: Snubbed for a ninth year, the late Chris Cornell and company defined the grunge movement in the early '90s.

3. Pat Benatar: Do we really need to explain this one? A music icon who defined an era.

2. Dave Matthews Band: No matter where you stand on Dave, he and his band are the first to win the Rock HOF fan vote and miss out on an induction.

1. John Coltrane: He’s won a Pulitzer and a Lifetime Achievement Grammy. His influence on all music, including rock, is immeasurable.

(Honorable Mentions: Iron Maiden, Mary J. Blige, Tool, Kate Bush, Sonic Youth, Pixies and Warren Zevon.)

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LISTEN | MY DAD WROTE A PORNO What would you do if your dad wrote a pornographic novel? If you’re Jamie Morton, his son, you would gather two friends — James Cooper and Alice Levine — and read it aloud. What started as a podcast has evolved into an HBO special, a sold-out world tour and rave reviews from Hollywood actors and the global press. One reviewer calls it “beautiful garbage” and we think that’s pretty damn special. There are five seasons with episodes ranging from 17 minutes to an hour. Listen where you get your podcasts.

WATCH | THE WITCHER People are raving about this new Netflix series.

But, it’s hard to follow along because viewers are supposed to understand the basic plot, or have read the original Polish fantasy novels that have been adapted a gajillion times since in every medium, including video games. Do a little background research and then dig in. The first season is available now, and the second season is set to be released in 2021.

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FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of FLORIDA KEYS REFEREES, located at PO BOX 378881, KEY LARGO, FL 33037, intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: MID KEYS OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION, INC. Publish: January 16, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of FLORIDA KEYS REFS, located at PO BOX 378881, KEY LARGO, FL 33037, intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: MID KEYS OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION, INC. Publish: January 16, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of DomainCo, located at 5409 Overseas Hwy PMB 337, Marathon, Fl 33050, intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: National Domains LLC Publish: January 16, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING The Monroe County Tourist Development Council will hold their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 10:00 AM at the Courtyard Marriott in Marathon. The Visit Florida Keys Corporation will also convene during this meeting. All Tourist Development Council Meetings are open to the public and one or more County Commissioners may be in attendance.

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

Publish: January 16, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers UNITED STATE DISTRICT COURTSOUTHERN DISTRICT OF FLORIDAKEY WEST DIVISION “IN ADMIRALTY” CASE NO.: 4:19-CV-10192-KMM IN THE MATTER OF THE COMPLAINT FOR EXONERATION FROM OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY BY GERVASIO FOLGUEIRA, AS OWNER OF THE 2009 MAKO MARINE MOTORBOAT BEARING

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 19-CP-000128-P IN RE: ESTATE OF RUTH CASEY, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Ruth Casey, deceased, whose date of death was August 23, 2019, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Hwy., 2nd Floor, Tavernier, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

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

LEGAL NOTICES BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: January 16, 2020 Personal Representative: Kevin Casey 116 Clover Lane Gibsonia, Pennsylvania 15044 Attorney for Personal Representative: Samantha J. Fitzgerald, Esq. Attorney Florida Bar Number: 173762 8551 W. Sunrise Boulevard Suite 301 Plantation, FL 33322 Telephone: (954) 580.3690 Fax: (888) 663.6471 Email: samantha@ estateandprobate lawyer.com Publish: January 16 & 23, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No.: 19-CP-139-P Division: Upper Keys IN RE: ESTATE OF JAMES TIMOTHY SPENCER, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of James Timothy Spencer, deceased, whose date of death was October 13, 2019, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, Florida 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: January 9, 2020.

Personal Representative: Nadia Pakhomoff-Spencer 6 Atlantic Circle Key Largo, Florida 33037 Attorney for Personal Representative: RICHARD E. WARNER Attorney Florida Bar Number: 283134 RICHARD E. WARNER, P.A. 12221 Overseas Highway MARATHON, FL 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-6022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-mail: richard@rewarnerlaw. com Secondary E-Mail: pamela2@ rewarnerlaw.com Publish: January 9 & 16, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION Case No: 44-2019-CA-222-K

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 20th day of April, 2020 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Unit C23, Week 48, Beach House, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1510, Page 225, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to IN REM SUMMARY FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AS TO COUNT(S) VI AGAINST THE ESTATE OF SALLY ANN WALKER, ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIESOR AGAINST SALLY ANN WALKER, DECEASED; AND MERY KATHLEEN SLAVIN, AKA MARY KAY SLAVIN, AS HEIR entered in a case pending in said Court, the 23RD day of December, 2019 Style of which is: BEACH HOUSE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION OF KEY WEST, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA Plaintiff, VS. THE ESTATE OF JOHN ERNEST OTTENS, et. al Defendant And the Docket Number of which is Number 44-2019-CA222-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 26TH day of December, 2019.

KEVIN MADOK Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

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I, UNIT 5122, WEEK 6 entered in a case pending in said Court, the 10TH day of December, 2019 Style of which is: WINDWARD POINTE II, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Plaintiff, VS. JOAN DYSON JARVIS, et. al Defendant And the Docket Number of which is Number 44-2019-CA218-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 18TH day of December, 2019.

KEVIN MADOK Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

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the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

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to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to IN REM FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AFTER DEFAULT AGAINST JOHN A. JOHNSON AND CONSTANCE L. JOHNSON AS TO COUNT(S) I, UNIT 5714, WEEK 44 entered in a case pending in said Court, the 10TH day of December, 2019 Style of which is: WINDWARD POINTE II, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Plaintiff, VS. JOHN A. JOHNSON, et. al Defendant And the Docket Number of which is Number 44-2019-CA582-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 18TH day of December, 2019.

KEVIN MADOK Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION Case No: 44-2019-CA-218-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 20TH day of April, 2020 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Unit 5122, Week 6, Annual Windward Pointe, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to IN REM FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AFTER DEFAULT AGAINST JOAN DYSON JARVIS AS TO COUNT(S)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION Case No: 44-2019-CA-271-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 20TH day of April, 2020 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Unit 514, Week 22, Sunset Harbor Resort, Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1376, Page 1093, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to IN REM FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AFTER DEFAULT AGAINST THE ESTATE OF THOMAS J. GILLERAN, JR.; ANY AND UNKNOWN PARTIES WHO CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, ADMINISTRATORS OR AS OTHER CLAIMANTS, BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THOMAS J. GILLERAN, JR., DECEASED; AND KELLY DAWN MCMAHON, AS HEIR AS TO COUNT(S) I, UNIT 514, WEEK 22 entered in a case pending in said Court, the 16TH day of December, 2019 Style of which is: SUNSET HARBOR RESORT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA Plaintiff, VS. THE ESTATE OF THOMAS J. GILLERAN, JR., et. al Defendant And the Docket Number of which is Number 44-2019-CA271-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 18TH day of December, 2019.

KEVIN MADOK Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION Case No: 44-2019-CA-597-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 20TH day of April, 2020 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Unit 5732, Week 37, Annual Windward Pointe Condominium, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to IN REM FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AFTER DEFAULT AGAINST TERESA COLEMAN MARTIN AS TO COUNT(S) IV, UNIT 5732, WEEK 37 entered in a case pending in said Court, the 10TH day of December, 2019 Style of which is: WINDWARD POINTE II, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Plaintiff, VS. JANNIELISA ABREU, et. al Defendant And the Docket Number of which is Number 44-2019-CA597-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 18TH day of December, 2019.

KEVIN MADOK Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Publish: January 16 & 23, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION Case No: 44-2019-CA-582-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 20TH day of April, 2020 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Unit 5714, Week 44, Odd Year Biennial Windward Pointe, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according

NONJUDICIAL PROCEEDING TO FORECLOSE CLAIM OF LIEN BY TRUSTEE FILE NO.: 18-001476 WINDWARD POINTE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION OF KEY WEST, INC., A CORPORATION NOT-FORPROFIT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, Lienholder, vs.

MARIUSZ SURMA Obligor _________________/ TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING TO: Mariusz Surma San Fernando 46, 3 D 03001 Alicante Spain YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a TRUSTEE’S NON-JUDICIAL PROCEEDING to enforce a Lien has been instituted on the following Timeshare Ownership Interest at Windward Pointe Condominium described as: Unit 5812, Week 24, Annual Windward Pointe, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

The default giving rise to these proceedings is the failure to pay condominium assessments and dues resulting in a Claim of Lien encumbering the Timeshare Ownership Interest as recorded in the Official Records of Monroe County, Florida. The Obligor has the right to object to this Trustee proceeding by serving written objection on the Trustee named below. The Obligor has the right to cure the default and any junior interest holder may redeem its interest, for a minimum period of forty-five (45) days until the Trustee issues the Certificate of Sale. The Lien may be cured by sending certified funds to the Trustee payable to the Lienholder in the amount of $6,435.22, plus interest

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES (calculated by multiplying $2.64 times the number of days that have elapsed since December 18, 2019), plus the costs of this proceeding. Said funds for cure or redemption must be received by the Trustee before the Certificate of Sale is issued.

Nicholas A. Woo, Esq. Valerie N. Edgecombe Brown, Esq. Cynthia David, Esq. Michael E. Carleton, Esq. as Trustee pursuant to Fla. Stat. §721.82 P. O. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 Telephone: 407-404-5266 Telecopier: 614-220-5613 Publish: January 9 & 16, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers NONJUDICIAL PROCEEDING TO FORECLOSE CLAIM OF LIEN BY TRUSTEE FILE NO.: 18-031383 WINDWARD POINTE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION OF KEY WEST, INC., A CORPORATION NOT-FORPROFIT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, Lienholder, vs.

CONNIE JO BREIG; CHARLES JOSEPH BREIG Obligor _________________/ TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING TO: Connie Jo Breig 8789 Wendy Lane South West Palm Beach, FL 33411 Charles Joseph Breig 8789 Wendy Lane South West Palm Beach, FL 33411 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a TRUSTEE’S NON-JUDICIAL PROCEEDING to enforce a Lien has been instituted on the following Timeshare Ownership Interest at Windward Pointe Condominium described as: Unit 5611, Week 16, Annual Windward Pointe Condominium, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

The default giving rise to these proceedings is the failure to pay condominium assessments and dues resulting in a Claim of Lien encumbering the Timeshare Ownership Interest as recorded in the Official Records of Monroe County, Florida. The Obligor has the right to object to this Trustee proceeding by serving written objection on the Trustee named below. The Obligor has the right to cure the default and any junior interest holder may redeem its interest, for a minimum period of forty-five (45) days until the Trustee issues the Certificate of Sale. The Lien may be cured by sending certified funds to the Trustee payable to the Lienholder in the amount of $2,221.99, plus interest (calculated by multiplying $0.00 times the number of days that have elapsed since December 18, 2019), plus the costs of this proceeding. Said funds for cure or redemption must be received by the Trustee before the Certificate of Sale is issued.

Nicholas A. Woo, Esq. Valerie N. Edgecombe Brown, Esq. Cynthia David, Esq. Michael E. Carleton, Esq. as Trustee pursuant to Fla. Stat. §721.82 P. O. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 Telephone: 407-404-5266 Telecopier: 614-220-5613

LEGAL NOTICES Publish: January 9 & 16, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers NONJUDICIAL PROCEEDING TO FORECLOSE CLAIM OF LIEN BY TRUSTEE FILE NO.: 18-031522 SUNSET HARBOR RESORT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, Lienholder, vs.

ANNA MARIE COLEMAN; ROBERT CLARENCE WEISHEIT Obligor __________________/ TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING TO: Anna Marie Coleman 11 Morgans Run Schuylerville, NY 12871 Robert Clarence Weisheit 11 Morgans Run Schuylerville, NY 12871 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a TRUSTEE’S NON-JUDICIAL PROCEEDING to enforce a Lien has been instituted on the following Timeshare Ownership Interest at Sunset Harbor Resort Condominium described as: Unit 413, Week 43, Sunset Harbor Resort Condominium Resort, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof as recorded in Official Records Book 1376, Page 1093, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (hereafter the “Declaration”).

The default giving rise to these proceedings is the failure to pay condominium assessments and dues resulting in a Claim of Lien encumbering the Timeshare Ownership Interest as recorded in the Official Records of Monroe County, Florida. The Obligor has the right to object to this Trustee proceeding by serving written objection on the Trustee named below. The Obligor has the right to cure the default and any junior interest holder may redeem its interest, for a minimum period of forty-five (45) days until the Trustee issues the Certificate of Sale. The Lien may be cured by sending certified funds to the Trustee payable to the Lienholder in the amount of $4,103.99, plus interest (calculated by multiplying $0.00 times the number of days that have elapsed since January 2, 2020), plus the costs of this proceeding. Said funds for cure or redemption must be received by the Trustee before the Certificate of Sale is issued.

Nicholas A. Woo, Esq. Valerie N. Edgecombe

LEGAL NOTICES Brown, Esq. Cynthia David, Esq. Michael E. Carleton, Esq. as Trustee pursuant to Fla. Stat. §721.82 P. O. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 Telephone: 407-404-5266 Telecopier: 614-220-5613 Publish: January 9 & 16, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers NONJUDICIAL PROCEEDING TO FORECLOSE CLAIM OF LIEN BY TRUSTEE FILE NO.: 18-032105 WINDWARD POINTE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION OF KEY WEST, INC., A CORPORATION NOT-FORPROFIT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, Lienholder, vs.

DARIO MORELL; CONCEPCION C MORELL Obligor __________________/ TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING TO: Dario Morell 13405 Southwest 1 Terrace Miami, FL 33184 Concepcion C Morell 13405 Southwest 1 Terrace Miami, FL 33184 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a TRUSTEE’S NON-JUDICIAL PROCEEDING to enforce a Lien has been instituted on the following Timeshare Ownership Interest at Windward Pointe Condominium described as: Unit 5614, Week 46, Odd Year Biennial Windward Pointe Condominium, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

The default giving rise to these proceedings is the failure to pay condominium assessments and dues resulting in a Claim of Lien encumbering the Timeshare Ownership Interest as recorded in the Official Records of Monroe County, Florida. The Obligor has the right to object to this Trustee proceeding by serving written objection on the Trustee named below. The Obligor has the right to cure the default and any junior interest holder may redeem its interest, for a minimum period of forty-five (45) days until the Trustee issues the Certificate of Sale. The Lien may be cured by sending certified funds to the Trustee payable to the Lienholder in the amount of $2,292.74, plus interest

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(calculated by multiplying $0.00 times the number of days that have elapsed since December 18, 2019), plus the costs of this proceeding. Said funds for cure or redemption must be received by the Trustee before the Certificate of Sale is issued.

Nicholas A. Woo, Esq. Valerie N. Edgecombe Brown, Esq. Cynthia David, Esq. Michael E. Carleton, Esq. as Trustee pursuant to Fla. Stat. §721.82 P. O. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 Telephone: 407-404-5266 Telecopier: 614-220-5613 Publish: January 9 & 16, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

Project Manager -Upper Keys. Must have ability to schedule & organize multiple people & trades. and pass background check. Send resume to admin@cbtconstruct. com 305-852-3002

available for weekend shifts and have a clean driving record for event deliveries.

Position will be crossed trained for FOH, baking and deliveries. Other positions available are day-time sales clerk and part-time baker.

Please apply in person at 8919 overseas Hwy, Marathon Fl. NO CALLS.

AUTOS WANTED ALL YEARS! Junk or Used. Cars - Vans Trucks- Running or Not. $CASH$ 305-332-0483

BOATS FOR SALE 1996 Parker 23’ Cuddy Cabin, 200 Yamaha, 800 hours, professionally maintained, Hard top, full canvas, GPS, aluminum trailer. $14,500. Located in Marathon. 305-743-3075.

BOAT SLIPS FOR RENT

Boat Slips for rent in Marathon. Up to 50’ - 20’ wide. Starting at $750.

Please call 305-304-3610 Liveaboard Boat Slips available in Marathon.

Protected dockage, parking, bathrooms, laundry on premises, pool. $1,200/month incl. utilities.

305-393-1999

EMPLOYMENT UPPER KEYS MARC is hiring a Program Coordinator Tavernier location.

FT Position requires oversight of program as well as working with clients. A minimum of an associate’s degree or 2 yrs exp with DD clients.

MARC, 1401 Seminary St, Key West, FL, 305-294-9526 x318 Come join our family!

EOE

EMPLOYMENT MIDDLE KEYS Construction Company Office Help Wanted in Marathon.

Experience with Quickbooks, payroll, answering phones and customer service, Emailing, permits, Accounts Payable and Receivable , etc. 8-5 and hour lunch. Please fax inquiries to 305-289-9394 and we will contact you to make an appointment!

Part-time distribution position available. Good driving record required.

Vehicle provided for distribution only.

Call 305.289.1644.

Receptionist - Full time position with established Marathon law office.

Negotiable salary and benefits. Opportunity for growth. Email resume and references to stevens@ marathonlaw.com.

No walk-ins will be considered.

HELP WANTED IN MARATHON. Personal assistant, computer (MAC) competent, part time, days or evenings.

Call 207-483-6146 Keys Fisheries Restaurant now hiring cooks, retail cashier, window cashier and dishwasher. Apply in person 3502 Gulfview Avenue, Marathon.

EOE/DFWP Keys Fisheries Restaurant hiring well qualified Kitchen Manager. Good compensation and benefits. Apply within 3502 Gulfview Avenue, Marathon.

EOE/DFWP

We are looking for some Bartenders.

Apply in person at American Legion Post 0154, 4115 Overseas Highway, Marathon Experienced Diesel Technician wanted.

Tools and experience is a must. Electronic engine diagnostic experience preferred.

Opportunity for growth and training available for qualified applicants.

Florida Keys Diesel Repair, 531 107th Street, Marathon. 305-289-2070 City of Marathon - Job Openings: Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee , Public Works Maintenance Worker.

EOE, FULL BENEFITS www.ci.marathon.fl.us The Island Gift Shops (Marooned In Marathon 1 & 2) are looking for happy responsible employees to complement our current staff. PART TIME HOURS in a fun environment (good fit for second job and retirees are welcome!

Apply in person at Marooned In Marathon, 11528 Overseas Highway.

Key Colony Inn NOW HIRING AM/PM SERVERS. Apply in person: 700 Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach, FL or call for details: (305) 743-0100 Experienced help only needed for all positions.

Apply in person MonFri 10-11am at Sunset Grille & Raw Bar, Knights Key Blvd.

Marathon

HOBBIES /COLLECT. Keys Fisheries hiring Night Receiving Manager, night receivers and freezer help. Apply in person at 3390 Gulfview Avenue, Marathon.

EOE/DFWP SWEET SAVANNAH’S is now hiring part-time or full-time positions. Must be

PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex, Dive Watches and Pilot Watches. Old Model Military Clocks & W a t c h e s .

Call 305-743-4578

HOUSING FOR RENT MIDDLE KEYS 2BR/2BA Large Apt for Rent. 10828 5th Avenue Gulf, Marathon. $1,850/ month plus utilities. F/L/S. Taking applications.

Call (305) 394-4545 2BR/2BA Single Family Waterfront Home for rent in Marathon. Fully furnished. $3,100/month includes utilities. Available for 2 months - Feb. & March.

727-278-1105 1BR/1.5BA Condo for Rent - 3rd Floor- Bonefish Towers -overlooking pool & marina. Newly renovated, brand new appliances.

NOT furnished. $1,800/ month.

732-233-5320 NICE 2 OR 3 BEDROOM FURNISHED APARTMENTS IN MARATHON for short or long term rentals.

Bedrooms contain beds, dressers and closets.

All have fully equipped kitchens with stove, oven, microwave and utensils.

2 bedroom/1 bath can accommodate from 1 to 6 people at $1500.00/month; first, last and security deposit. 3 bedroom/1 bath; can accommodate from 1 to 6 people; $1800.00/ month; first, last and security. Security deposit is $900.00. Share utilities.

Nice neighborhood and close (walking) to shopping centers, restaurants and grocery stores. For information contact: Bob Brayman or Sherry Bailey 305-743-5929 or admin@hallsdiving.com.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN MARATHON: Rooms available for short or long term rentals. Single: $720/ month; Double $1,150/ month; Plus tax; F/L/S. Units provide an ideal option to temporary or long term housing. Furnished with bunk beds, full kitchen with all utensils, tables, desks, coin operated washer & dryer. Residents share the kitchen, bathroom and dining areas. Linens, towels ,consumables, not provided. For information: Bob Brayman 305743-5929 bbrayman@ hallsdiving.com

HOUSING FOR RENT

HIDEAWAY CAFE At Rainbow Bend Resort on Grassy Key

IMMEDIATE

HIRING! • Kitchen Help • Dining Room Help Breakfast & Dinner Positions Call for appointment 305-289-1554

NOW HIRING HOUSEKEEPERS $13/hr • 9am-3pm • P/T Please come in and apply in person.

Hampton Inn

13351 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, Fl 33050

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES 305.743.0844 • CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • •305.743.0844 HOUSING FOR RENT 3BR/2BA New Construction Duplex on stilts in Key Colony Beach.

Annual lease.

Call 786-970-4905

HOUSING FOR RENT UPPER KEYS KEY LARGO location - Three bedrooms & two full bathrooms. Tile floors, washer & dryer, central A/C. $2,300 per month.

Long term lease. 305586-7326 Owner-Agent.

LONG TERM RENTAL in Plantation Lake Estates, Private community, two story 3BR/3BA unfurn. concrete block home, large carport & back yard, homeowners park w/boat ramp/dock, new A/C, W/D, screened in patio. Avail.

February 1st. $2,500/mo.

Best to email: slgrisham@ icloud.com to set up time to see the house or use WhatAp or FaceTime to call: 011.501.614.1234

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT in Marathon: Office/Retail Space, 1500sf w/additional 2 covered porches incl. Open water views, US-1 frontage, $2700/month. Also small Office Space $500/month.

Wifi & Utilities included.

Onsite storage & or yard space available - prices by size. Call 305-743-7277 Small office space available for rent. Great location on U.S. 1 in Tavernier.

Conveniently located to everything.

3 0 5 - 3 9 4 - 0 5 3 0 ROGO LOTS FOR SALE

FOR SALE: 2 Marathon ROGO lots with letters.

4 ROGO points. $30,000 Text LOTS to 305-393-2515 and leave name & number.

RV LOTS FOR RENT

Large RV Lot for Rent in Marathon. Full hook up. $800/month plus utilities.

3 0 5 - 9 4 2 - 0 7 8 9

The Guidance/Care Center, Inc. a division of

The Hammocks at Marathon

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES $1,000 Sign-on Bonus!

• Common Area Attendant Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 4 Weeks Paid Time Off 401(k) with Company Match & much more

TO APPLY:

Saturday, January 25th 8:30-3:00.

Huge Rummage Sale at the Marathon Garden Club (across from Publix at MM 50.) Gently used clothing and household items, plus 20 vendors, plus plants! Info: 305-743-4971 HUGE YARD SALE St.Justin Church MM 105.5 - Sat Jan 25 from 8a1p and Sun Jan 26 from 8a-12noon.

Furniture, Household Hardware, Electronics, Books, Jewelry.

58901 O/S Hwy - Grassy Key, FL Teaching... Learning...Caring

Dolphin Research Center is Hiring!

Benefits include medical, life & disability insurance, 401(k) plan, paid vacation, sick time & Holidays

Online > jobs.bluegreenvacations.com In Person > The Hammocks at Marathon 1688 Overseas Highway, Gulf Side, Mile Marker 48, Marathon

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EXPERIENCED

SERVICE PLUMBER Clean Drivers License, CDL Driver a Plus.

Call for appt to apply in person 305-852-0406 Fax Resume to 305-853-0902

YARD SALES BIG FISHING GEAR SALE - Rods, Reels, Combos etc, Lures, Misc., Outrig. & some Tools. Sat. Jan. 18 from 8am-2pm. 706 Copa D’Oro, Flamingo Island, Marathon

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER

Education Program Host Facilities Maintenance Apprentice Media & Marketing Staff School Programs & Outreach Curriculum Specialist Visual Communications Staff Volunteer Resources Administrative Assistant

GREAT BENEFITS:

Or Call > Andre at 305.743.9009

“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

HIRING: Maintenance position with busy non-profit. FT with benefits.

Long-term position w/room for growth. Valid DL required. Must have maintenance or related experience, computer skills and relate well with people. Very physical position, heavy lifting, heat, etc.

Drug-free workplace, EOE. Please send resume and cover letter to sholt@fkoc.org. No phone calls.

Full job descriptions available at www.dolphins.org/career_opportunities

Email cover letter, DRC application & resume to drc-hr@dolphins.org EOE

KEY WEST

Behavioral Health Therapist (Children) Case Manager Crisis Counselor Front Desk Specialist

MARATHON

RNs and LPNs (3 shifts) (PT& FT) (Lead) & Behavioral Health Technicians (3 shifts) Peer Support Specialist Driver CDL (base location flexible) Crisis Counselor Assisted Living Direct Care Worker (PT) Drop In Technician Research Assistant

KEY LARGO

Behavioral Health Therapist Care Coordinator

Background and drug screen req.

GREAT BENEFITS! Check out all available positions at: www.westcare.com EEOC/DFWP

PART-TIME & FULL-TIME ASSOCIATES

Florida Keys’ Newest 4 Diamond AAA Resort Is Hiring!

We are looking for part-time & full-time associates that would like to be part of an award-winning team. Many great benefits including employee meal program, resort discounts and more.

Please apply online for our positions: islabellabeachresort.oasisrecruit.com 1 Knight’s Key Blvd (MM 47) Marathon, FL 33050

CoCo’s General Store

NOW HIRING: Full-time & Part-time Deli and/or Retail Sales.

Must be available on weekends.

Apply in person at 50 Coco Plum Drive, Marathon 305-743-7743

NOW HIRING

Marathon, Big Pine Key & Stock Island Locations $15 per hour to start FT Employees are eligible to participate in our health, dental, vision, Life Insurance. PTO and Profit Sharing is available to every member of our team (conditions apply).

HOW TO APPLY: Go to mytomthumb.com or call Cleveland (786) 295-5307.

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FRESH NEW MENU

&

NEW PATIO DINING

1405 Duval Street, Key West // 305.295.6550 The horses and officers of the Key West Police Department’s Mounted Unit rely on donations for incidental expenses. MIGUEL RIOSECO/Contributed

Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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MOUNT UP

DINNER, SHOW, AUCTION BENEFIT KEY WEST POLICE HORSES

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he Key West Police Department’s Mounted Unit of horses and equestrian officers is one of the department’s most visible and popular departments.

The horses give officers a unique vantage point during the most crowded downtown events, including Fantasy Fest and New Year’s Eve. While the city provides and pays for stables, feed, hay and the mounted officers’ salaries, all other expenses must be covered by fundraising activities.

So LaTeDa owner Christopher Rounds and Key West designer Jane Gardner will host a fundraiser for the KWPD Mounted Unit on Sunday, Feb. 16 at LaTeDa, 1125 Duval St.

The event starts at 5:30 p.m. with a meet-and-greet featuring the horses and the Mounted Unit officers. Cocktails are at 6 p.m., followed by a grand sit-down dinner and a private Cabaret Show featuring Christopher Peterson at 9 p.m.

Organizers are seeking donations for a silent auction that will also add to the fundraising coffers.

Event tickets are $150 each for the full evening and $50 for the cabaret show alone.

To make a donation or purchase tickets, contact Gardner at 312-914-7546 or jane@ janegardnerinteriors.com.

— Contributed

FEATURING OVER 80 NEW BOATS TO VIEW & SEA TRIAL! All the top boat brands will be featured at the Island Boat Show, being held at Hawks Cay Resort at MM 61. Come enjoy a great show with loads of boats, auction items, food, vendors featuring a variety of merchandise, great fishing Fri 1-5, Sat 10-5, Sun seminars presented by local captains...

All at a very Frireasonable $10 admission.

1-5, Sat 10-5, Sun 10-3 THANKS TO OUR 2020 SHOW SPONSORS:

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BY THE NUMBERS 17 million gallons of water to the Keys every day.

And that’s no drop in the bucket since they not only operate and maintain our water treatment plant, but also 26 pumping stations and over 1000 miles of pipe, including 45 bridge crossings. Find out more about the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority and your water supply by going to fkaa.com FKAA.com | 305-296-2454

17 MILLION

GALLONS 26 PUMPING

STATIONS 1000 MILES

OF PIPE 45 BRIDGE CROSSINGS

SENIOR

DANIEL GVILI Who has been your biggest inspiration at KWHS? I believe many of my teachers and especially my coaches have contributed to my growth.

LOCALS 20% OFF 5-6:30PM DAILY WITH ID

1/2/2020

1029 SOUTHARD ST 305.294.0230 FOR RESERVATIONS GO TO CAFESOLE.COM

OPEN DAILY 5-10PM

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 qualifications including 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 for giving us a glimpse into their world.

* EXPIRES AT OUR DISCRETION.

What organizations are you involved with at KWHS? Varsity swimming, varsity soccer, Executive Board, HOSA president, Aviation Club, Project Unified.

What class has best prepared you for life after graduation? My health sciences class because that is my No. 1 interest as I move toward graduation.

What do you plan to do after graduation? Attend Florida Atlantic University.

What advice would you give to underclassmen? Find what means the most to you and prioritize.

What’s your favorite social media channel; whom do you follow?

Current news to stay updated on the world around me.

What do you want to be remembered for at Key West High School? Just being a well-rounded individual.

What three things do you want to accomplish before your 10-year reunion? Graduate college; secure my dream job as a dermatologist; have fun within that time and meet new people.

Will you make the Keys your permanent home? I’ve given it a lot of thought, but I still don’t know. If anything, I won’t stray far.

Finish this sentence: Living in the Keys has taught me … that a tight-knit community leads to the most positive growth.

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC && LEGAL NOTICES • • 305.743.0844 • CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC LEGAL NOTICES 305.743.0844 MAINTENANCE MECHANIC Salary Range: $48,247. - $73,876.

Location: Lower Keys

NOW HIRING OCEAN KEY RESORT & SPA IS HIRING! Banquet Coordinator Spa Receptionist Valet Attendant Front Desk Agent Apply online at:

www.noblehousehotels.com/careers

Apply in person at: Zero Duval St. Come see why our employees love to call Ocean Key home!

Great pay, amazing benefits, & an awesome team!

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MANAGEMENT OPPORTUNITY: Resort Operations Manager Front Desk Agent Reservation Sales Agent Bellman Servers Steward Overnight Prep Cook Line Cooks Houseman Room Attendants Engineering Spa Attendant Spa Coordinator Water Sports

If you have a passion for guest service and hospitality, please apply

careers@bungalowskeylargo.com

Bungalows Key Largo is an EOE

The Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority is looking for a Wastewater Maintenance Mechanic to perform specialized maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds, equipment, valves, diesel engines, pumps, treatment units, chemical feed systems, and collection systems at our expanding wastewater treatment facilities. MUST HAVE: high school diploma or GED; AND training in pipefitting, mechanical, pumps and electrical. Must have a valid FL driver’s license and be able to obtain a CDL Class A driver license within 12 months from hire date. Great Benefits! Must complete on-line application found at: http://www.fkaa.com/employment.htm EEO, VPE, ADA

TEMPORARY WASTEWATER PROJECT SMOKE TESTING Salary Range: $31,742. - $48,601.

Location: Lower Keys

The Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority is looking for a Temporary Wastewater Worker to perform tasks related to gravity sewer collection system smoke testing and repair. You will be provided with the training and knowledge needed to ensure that these tasks are properly and safely carried out. The work area for this position runs from Layton to Key West. MUST HAVE: high school diploma or GED; AND one (1) year as a construction laborer. Must have a valid FL driver’s license. Must complete on-line application found at: http://www.fkaa.com/employment.htm EEO, VPE, ADA

JOB OPENINGS GUEST SERVICE AGENT TELEPHONE AGENT NIGHT AUDITOR BELLMAN

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

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED!

Excellent Benefit Package EOE M/F/D/V

Monroe County School District Salary $15.80- $23.20/hour

SCAN FOR JOB

Please email resume to hr@spottswood.com

Key West, Sugarloaf and Upper Keys (3 work locations)

MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE We are now hiring for the following positions:

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

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

• No Experience Required • Benefits • CDL Training Provided work as a Bus Aide while training • Full Time or Flexible Part Time Hours 6 to 9 am or 1 or 2 to 5 pm Apply online: www.keysschools.com

Both full or part time positions available at Hyatt Place at Faro Blanco Resort.

Line Cook, Servers, Host, Housekeepers, Night Auditor, Front Desk Agent and Food Runners.

Excellent Benefit Package Apply in person at 1996 Overseas Highway, Marathon or email resume to hr@spottswood.com EOE/m/f/d/v

EOE m/f/d/v

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LET’S DO BUSINESS - 305.453.6928 Licensed & Insured #SP33799

ALL KEYS GLASS

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL Windows • Doors

305-743-7800

NEW & REPAIR

Authorized Dealer

305-664-0099

Sales & Installation • Tub & Shower Enclosures Safety & Tempered Glass • Mirror & Mirror Walls Plexi-Glass & Lexan

www.TikiHuts.com

STATE CERTIFIED THATCHING CONTRACTOR CYC 000002

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To order call 908.797.9430

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Corporate accounts welcome, call (908) 797-9430 Ravi.Vaithinathan@tendbar.us - www.tendbar.us

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

Roller Maintenance Track Maintenance Door Alignment Security Pins Safety Locks Handles

We Also Repair & Replace Patio Door Screens

Please remember, you must be 21 to purchase alcohol.

Operating Since 2004 Appliance and Air Conditioning

Sales - Service - Installation 1700 N. Roosevelt Blvd #2, Key West

305-998-8953

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Insured • Professional • Reliable

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• New Construction • Remodeling • Irrigation

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y’s www.KeysSlidingGlassDoorRepair.com d n A Sliding Glass Door Repair

Delivering groceries, beer, wine & spirits and other provisions to you in the Florida Keys from Marathon to Key West.

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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SOLAR DONE RIGHT! CALL US FOR A FREE HOME ESTIMATE

We also service and sell: Marine A/C, Refrigeration, Watermakers, Batteries, Solar Systems, Anything Electrical!

• SINCE 1976 •

305-289-1150

Florida Solar Contractor CVC 56734

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AT HOME IN KEY WEST INC. Property Management 305.296.6996

Serving Monroe, Dade & Broward Including Airports & Ports.

SUV, Van & Limousine options available Call us for special events.

1075 Duval St Located in Duval Square 305.433.1290

Monthly & Yearly Rentals Vacation Rentals

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305-743-7454

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3229 Flager Ave Suite 102 305.517.6582

in Key West since 1997

METAL ROOFING

SPECIALIST 305-664-1010 www.roofer.pro

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