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The Key West High School Fashion Club will present its ninth annual fashion show on Saturday, May 7. Model Evelyn Shield is wearing one of Kristin Ayala Crane’s designs. See the story on page 6. BRITT MYERS/Keys Weekly.

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By Hays Blinckmann The first Saturday in May is known for the most “exciting two minutes in sports” and a lot of frilly hats. Yes, the Kentucky Derby is coming up and we are dusting off the bourbon bottle off and trimming fresh mint from the garden, making ready for a run for the roses. Three-year-old horses with breeding akin to the royal family will step onto the Churchill Down’s track, delight our hearts and ignite our once-a-year gambling habit. And the horses’ names, well they seemed to be made up by toddlers who speak two languages. So we asked locals …

What would you name a racehorse?

Signs of a heart attack are rarely this obvious.

“I would name my racehorse ‘Guilded Peach,’ and she would be a filly,” said Abigail Houff, jewelry designer. Coincidentally, Houff owns a jewelry shop by the same name.

Bill Brown, realtor, mischievously said he would name the race horse “William on William.” (Now, now; get your minds out of the gutter.) He explained: Because I am William who lives on William, of course.”

Carole MacCartee, director, speaks the wisdom of the ages and would name her horse, “A Little Chill Pill Never Hurt.”

During a heart attack, every minute matters. So, know the warning signs. If you experience them, call 911 and get to the nearest emergency room. And know that Lower Keys Medical Center is here to help

Joe Mitchell, concierge and actor, cuts right to the chase. He said, “Soon 2 B Kibble.” No explanation needed.

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Leslie Concepcion, financial adviser and a die-hard Miles Davis fan, is excited about the new documentary, “Miles Ahead.” “I would name the horse ‘So What’ from Miles Davis’s album ‘Blue’ just for him.”

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[Editor’s note: This is three-part series about firearms in the islands. It starts with a look at law enforcement and recent incidents and will also cover gun safety, education and opinion in coming weeks. Stay tuned.]

GUNS IN THE KEYS

A look at concealed weapons permits and the safety of officers

By Hays Blinckmann

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uns, whether you are for or against them, they exist almost everywhere in the continental United States. Over the past decade in the Florida Keys, more and more guns have entered our news, our stores and our lives across the board.

No longer does the use of the word “gun” or “shooting” come solely associated with nefarious behavior of criminals on the mainland. From housewives to tourists, people are packing all up and down the island chain; and with that, instances and choices that can affect the quality of life and safety of our residents.

The Florida Keys presently sport three gun ranges (two public, one private), and five gun shops. But many small businesses and private citizens also have FFL’s (Federal Firearm License) where guns can be sold from businesses or homes.

Monroe County has 8,120 concealed weapons permits as of March 31, 2016, according to the Department of Agriculture statistics, which is the highest per capita for a county in Florida. About 10 percent of Florida Keys residents are able

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to legally walk around with a gun on their person, concealed.

(In the Keys, there is no “open carry” law that allows gun owners to display their weapon, for instance, in a hip holster.)

Residents and law enforcement have noticed an uptick in crime involving guns in the Keys. (See sidebar). And the national news stories surrounding “stand your ground” challenges on the street and in the courtroom have made their way into Keys living rooms as matters of debate. Some support an individual’s right to protect themselves under a threat or perceived threat, while others worry what will become of society when individuals can brandish weapons at inappropriate times.

Monroe County Sheriff Rick Ramsey and Key West Chief Donie Lee have a lot of insight into what affects gun owners and their choices concerning lawful and unlawful activity.

According to Sheriff Ramsey and Chief Lee, the majority of concealed weapons permit holders rarely commit crimes.

Most violent criminal activity with a gun involves career criminals with the intent to do harm. But there are the other instances, when people make bad choices.

“The shooting on Duval Street is a perfect example. My understanding is that he had a concealed carry permit from another state. He was intoxicated and had a firearm, and made a very dangerous, bad choice which had serious consequences,” said Chief Lee. Sheriff Ramsey has seen a rise in anger and gun usage in the general population especially with road rage and any situation that involves alcohol.

“People are acting without thinking, and the majority of time, here in the Keys, the

I believe that as a nation we need to enact common sense gun safety regulations: Mandatory training, mental health checks, and other precautions to ensure public safety. Gun ownership is an individual choice, and there is a lot that goes into that decision.

— Key West Police Chief Donie Lee

problem is with alcohol,” said Sheriff Ramsey.

“Guns with alcohol, nothing good comes of it.

If you are going to drink, leave your gun at home.”

Sheriff Ramsey said he is against the idea of open carry laws, but a proponent for lawful gun ownership as a safety measure for our society.

Florida Law states that “discharging a firearm or possessing it loaded in hand, while under the influence of alcohol, any prohibited substance, or prescribed medication is a violation of the law.” Also, carrying a concealed weapon — even with a permit — is forbidden in places such as bars, schools, career centers, hospitals, government buildings, “places of nuisance,” prisons, police stations, and polling places.

“At least, with a permit, we know who these people are, and they’re law abiding. There’s a whole criminal element who carry firearms and don’t have permits, and these people most certainly pose a threat. That’s why continuous training of police officers is crucial. And that level of caution is why police often get a bad rap for being overzealous,” according to Chief Lee. The number of concealed weapons permits in the Keys, as well as tourists passing through who might also be carrying, have absolutely made police officers more cautious and aware.

Keys police officers operate under a “mandatory wear” policy, meaning at all times on-duty officers must wear bullet proof vests. Also, since 2005, Key West police officers have had dash cams and as of 2015, they wear body cameras.

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Improper exhibition of dangerous weapons or firearms: If any person having or carrying any dirk, sword, sword cane, firearm, electric weapon or device, or other weapon shall, in the presence of one or more persons, exhibit the same in a rude, careless, angry, or threatening manner, not in necessary self-defense, the person so offending shall be guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree — Fla. Statute 790.10

Recent incidents Involving guns

March 23, 2016 A Sugarloaf man was arrested after he allegedly pointed a gun at a Big Pine couple on a motorcycle in what was described as a road rage incident.

March 21, 2016 Three people were shot at 1 a.m. on Duval Street, allegedly by a Sugarloaf man involved in a domestic dispute.

The three victims received non-life threatening injuries.

Feb. 24, 2016 A Kentucky man was arrested after he allegedly pointed a gun at the driver and passenger of a truck as he was driving southbound on U.S.1.

Jan. 14, 2016 An Iowa man was arrested after he allegedly pulled a gun on another man staying at the same motel over a dispute regarding cell phone usage in an outside common area.

Dec. 26, 2015 A Marathon man was arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot two people and firing a rifle in public.

Nov. 15, 2015 A Fort Lauderdale man was arrested after he allegedly fired a gun inside of the Hog Heaven bar in Islamorada. A second man was also arrested at the scene who reportedly ran back to his vehicle and retrieved his gun, then returned to the bar with it.

Oct. 24, 2015 A man shot a deputy on Stock Island. The officer was wearing a bulletproof vest and received minor injuries.

Oct. 15, 2015 A man and a woman were shot to death in their home on Cuba Road in Tavernier.

Although I am not a Trump supporter I agree with my friend Danny Coll's April 22 letter that it is strange that although Donald Trump won all 99 of the Florida delegates, none of those 99 delegates will necessarily be a Trump supporter even though they will be legally bound to vote for Trump on the first three ballots (if it goes that far). I would advocate a statutory change that the delegates should be selected not by the party, but by the campaign committee of the candidate who won the primary.

This seems only logical.

However, given that the Legislature is run by legislators presumably beholden to the parties, I would concede that such a change is as likely as a blizzard in Key West in August.

There is another reason a candidate who has won a party should be entitled to delegates favorable to him.

Beside selecting a nominee, the other important work of a convention is adopting a platform. The eventual candidate ought to be entitled to a platform consistent with his views. This might not happen if the majority of delegates are not sympathetic with the positions of the candidate, even if they are legally bound to vote for him.

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he Key West High School Fashion Club will hold its ninth annual show on Saturday, May 7. But for one senior, Kristin Ayala Crane, it marks the end of one journey—while signifying the beginning of a new one.

Crane, who is a decorated KWHS senior, participated in this year’s Homecoming Court, is a member of the varsity volleyball team, carries a weighted 3.3 GPA, holds down two jobs, serves as a peer mentor and volunteers with dozens of community involvement projects. But one of the proudest milestones on her resume is serving four years with the KWHS Fashion Club.

Like many dying traits that technology has spurned, sewing has joined a long list of lost arts. Crane, who grew up watching her grandmother and mother sew, said she understands the value and confidence the skill-set which led her to the KWHS Fashion Club as a freshman.

“I used to love watching my grandmother and mother sew,” said Crane. “As I got older, I noticed the designs of expensive clothes and realized I could make them.”

Shortly after Crane joined as a freshman, the fashion club lost its director, which left the organization’s future in jeopardy. Crane recalls how many of her upper-classmen mentors bonded and worked together to keep the club intact.

“We didn’t want to see the club go away,” said Crane. “One of the greatest things that happened is when ‘Ms. A’ [as the kids call Sabryah Alghray] stepped in. She wasn’t as interested in fashion as she was seeing us continue something

BRITT MYERS/Keys Weekly

By Britt Myers

Kristin Ayala Crane, right, is the first four-year student and designer to graduate from the high school’s fashion club. She’s pictured with model Evelyn Shield wearing one of Crane’s designs.

Kristin Ayala Crane is joined by her proud parents Jonathan and Cathy Crane during the KWHS Homecoming Court presentation.

we loved.”

Today, Alghray continues to sponsor the club that Crane joined in the ninth grade.

“I’ve watched Kristin grow from a freshman interested in fashion to a young woman who is a very skilled fashion designer,” said Alghray. “Although I do not share her passion for fashion, I’ve sponsored the club for the past three years so that she may further her dreams of designing.”

This year, Ms. A will support Crane and seven other designers in the fashion show. The theme is Arabian Nights. The fashions presented, and the school’s auditorium, will be designed to suit. It’s a popular “family night” for locals in Key West who come to see the girls strut down the catwalk, and the

guys emcee with comedic antidotes between modeling sets.

“It’s just a fun night,” said Crane. “Last year we had more than 400 in attendance and I would love to see many more this year.”

After graduating, Crane will attend an FSU transfer program in Tallahassee, where she will begin her dream of becoming an attorney. However, she does plan to continue her passion for sewing and fashion and already has plans to intern for State Representative Holly MerrillRaschein.

“She came to us one day with all of these plans that she just went out and did on her own,” said Crane’s father, MCSO Capt.

Jonathan Crane. “Cathy and I were blown away and it just shows you what an amazing young woman she has become and we couldn’t be more proud of her.”

The doors to the ninth annual Key West High School Fashion Show open at 6:30 p.m. and the program begins at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 7. The public is invited.

DATES Friday, April 29 • Happy hour tips benefit Zonta Radio Day from 5 to 8 p.m. at Bottle Cap Lounge, Key West.

• Keys Arts Mosaic closing reception at 5:30 p.m. at Gato Building, Key West.

• Key West Paddle Classic party from 5 to 8 p.m. at Turtle Kraals, Key West.

• Gourmet Gathering from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Grimal Grove, Big Pine Key. Saturday, April 30 • Mariner’s March 5K at 8 a.m. at St. Mary’s, Key West.

• Group bike riding clinic at 6 p.m. from Island Bicycles Key West to Baby’s Coffee.

Sunday, May 1 • Free trivia at 6:30 p.m. at American Legion on College Road, Stock Island.

• Key West Poetry Guild meeting at 7 p.m. at One Island Family, 810 Georgia St. Wednesday, May 4 • ‘May the Fourth Be With You’ burlesque show at 8 p.m. at The Studios of Key West.

• District 5 Margaret Romero public meeting on city affairs at 6 p.m. at Marriott Beachside, Key West.

• Key West Songwriters Festival kick off concert at 6 p.m. at Ocean Key Sunset Pier.

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Friday, May 6 • First Friday art stroll from 6 to 9 p.m. on Upper Duval Street, Key West.

• Free movie at dusk at Bayview Park, Key West.

• Happy hour tips benefit Florida Keys Healthy Start from 5 to 8 p.m. at Bottle Cap Lounge, Key West.

• Key West High School ninth annual fashion show at 7 p.m. in the auditorium.

Monday, May 9 • Queen Mother Pageant at 8 p.m. at La Te Da, Key West.

Wednesday, May 11 • Girls Night Out event at 5 p.m. at Salty Angler, Key West.

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MUSIC SCENE

Gunning earned his gig in the studio Local musician also spends time in Ramble studio

By James Whitehead

H

ave you ever walked into a specific environment or situation and instantly said to yourself, This is where I want to be?” For Andrew Gunning, that moment came at age 16 when he entered the recording studio for the first time. “ We went in to record our very first demo and I walked in to the studio and I instantly realized how much I loved the recording studio environment and knew that was going to be my career of choice.” Andrew finished high school and moved to Orlando to enter Full Sail University’s Recording Arts Bachelor program and hasn’t looked back.

Born in Columbia, South Carolina, Andrew’s father is a high school band director so music has always been a large part of his world. His parents started him on piano at age 7 and by age 10 he decided to give the guitar a go and he has been writing music on both instruments since age 16. After college, Drew moved back

in with his folks and began experimenting with the recording process, working with local bands and recording straight from his parents’ home. That was when Drew got a call from cousin and local musician Tim Hollohan to come down to Key West and play drums, (yes, he plays those too), for a six-day stint at Hog’s Breath. “I came down and loved the environment and the people and knew I’d be here for awhile,” Andrew said.

Andrew began gigging with Tim on a regular basis and con-

tinues to do so Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at the Lazy Gecko playing lead guitar and singing. Upon conception of the Key West Theater, Drew was hired to be the lead recording engineer of the Ramble Room Studios, located within the theater. Working with both local and out-of-town musicians, Gunning has gained the praise of everyone who has come through the studio, including his co-workers. “Drew’s experience and interpersonal skills have created a recording environment that clients love.

He helps them relax, have fun and get the best recording experience possible,” said studio manager and The Grateful Guitar owner Daryl Brooke.

Andrew continues to write and those of us who are around him on a regular basis know there are good things to come.

He is also an important cog in the Sunday Ramble events working with Greg Rue and Derik Reay to make the theater and the participants sound incredible.

I think relationships are broken up because of the media.

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Libations

@ the bars BOTTLE CAP LOUNGE Tips Events – Fridays from 5-7 p.m.

Line dancing with Marvin – Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m.

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

Nicole shakes up a saké-tini at Ambrosia’s Saké Bar.

Ambrosia Saké Bar

By Kristen Livengood

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he alluring blue hue of Ambrosia’s saké-tini gets everyone’s attention. Bartender Nicole, who is originally from Poland, says the saké-tini puts a twist on a traditional martini. It features a splash of blue raspberry liquor, the traditional Japanese saké, vodka and is garnished with a blue sugar rim.

“You can’t find this anywhere else in Key West,” she said. “It fits in very well with our sushi menu, and it’s pretty.”

Although she moved to Key West three months ago for the beautiful weather, Nicole said she’s been sadly disappointed by regularly occurring deluges.

When she isn’t serving up libations at Ambrosia, located in front of the Santa Maria Hotel, she’s partying it up, “like everyone else does.”

Ambrosia Sake Bar is located at 1401 Simonton St., Key West.

A Touch of Grey and a Ton of Music

GAS MONKEY Three live bands playing daily starting at noon Happy Dog – Friday, April 29 at 10 p.m.

Gina Mazaratti – Saturday, April 30 at 5:30 p.m.

Andy Wescott Band – Saturday, April 30 at 10 p.m.

Adrienne Z. – Sunday, May 1 at noon Big Daddy – Monday, May 2 at 1 p.m.

Carter Cash Trio – Monday, May 2 at 5:30 p.m.

Bahama Village Social – Tuesday, May 3 at 5:30 p.m.

Leigh, Andy & Rogue – Wednesday, May 4 at 5:30 p.m.

Motorboaters – Wednesday, May 4 at 10 p.m.

Michell and Yvan – Thursday, May 5 at 1 p.m.

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

Din Allen – Saturdays at 4 p.m.

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

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

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Nina Newton Band – Sunday, May 1 at 1 p.m.

Robert Albury –Sunday, May 1 and Monday, May 2 at 6:30 p.m.

Tony Baltimore – Tuesday, May 3 at 1 p.m.

Happy Dog – Tuesday, May 3 at 7 p.m.

Rhett Akins Band - Wednesday, May 4 at 6 p.m.

Marjorie Lee – Thursday, May 5 at 1 p.m.

The E’Claires - Thursday, May 5 at 7 p.m.

SUNSET TIKI BAR at THE GALLEON RESORT Live Music Daily Clint Bullard – Friday, Sunday, and Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Emily Springsteen – Sundays at 11 a.m. and Mondays at 2:30 p.m.

KELLY’S CARIBBEAN Emily Springsteen – Thursday, May 5 SCHOONER WHARF Live Music Daily Michael McCloud – Wednesdays through Sundays at noon.

WILLY T’S Gerd Rube – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Fridays at 6 p.m.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Dare I say it?

Key West needs a community center

I

get it.

Affordable housing is our top priority in Key West.

So what I’m BRITT about to MYERS do may be considered traded in a life of taboo, or monetary success, a chiseled body and even blasphemous intellectual enlightenment for a piece in some of the pie of the Keys circles, but Weekly newspapers.

I’m actually He is also the proud going to parent of an incredwax poetic ible four-year-old and a sucker for on another Michael Mann mov- idea that ies and convenience could store hot dogs. use some funding — and it has nothing to do with workforce housing.

Before you open your laptop and begin to type out a thoughtful letter spewing brimstone directed at my soul (I send those to my editor, Sara Matthis, in case you are wondering) please hear me out for the next 300 words or so.

It is time for Key West to consider a modern community center, equipped with basketball courts, racket ball courts, rock climbing, weights, a pool, classrooms and event capabilities.

There. I said it. And yes, you already have 1,000 objections including — but not limited to — how we don’t have the funding, don’t have the capacity and why this is the worst idea since introducing the python to the Everglades.

Full disclosure: I love sports and I’m a parent. Also, keep in mind that my son loves the Butterfly Conservatory (his favorite), we never miss a week at the local parks and we take part in an array of outdoor activities that we probably take for granted all too often.

However, as a parent, the most common complaint I hear amongst moms and dads is

the lack of recreational activities offered in Key West — not just for grade school ages, but teens too.

Consider for a moment a recreational center that could become (a much-needed) permanent home for the Boys and Girls Club, host larger trade shows and conferences (which place heads in beds), provide local membership opportunities, offer children’s and senior’s classes, dance studios, meeting spaces; imagine it’s open to non-profits, available for aquatic uses for the high school and community, possibly a home for FKCC basketball teams (wink, wink Dr. G) and so on.

So we now have a recreational center that creates jobs, adds to the local tax base, supports our local schools, caters to the arts, aids our seniors, embraces our children, promotes our local business community and nonprofits. But I know what you’re thinking — where do we build such a monstrosity?

To be honest, I don’t know, but it wasn’t long ago that a super WalMart found enough land to park the proposed Death Star in the Keys and I selfishly believe my idea is much better than $2 off on bulk toilet paper.

For now, it’s simply my idea; a thought to store in the back of your mind that might bob up between happy hour cocktails and hangover bloodies.

And yes, with every idea must come accountability. How do we fund such a project? Does it take priority over other needs?

How do we sustain it once it’s built and who would govern a local community center? And who is this Britt Myers guy and why is he NOT talking about affordable housing?

First State Bank ranks top at Relay First State Bank’s Relay for Life Team Shana Casey, left, Peggy Hamilton, Tara Denny, Laura Griffin, and Jana Kosova are responsible for raising $19,326.05 for the recent Key West and Lower Keys Relay for Life, a global fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. The team placed first overall in fund raising. The bank does it by organizing yards sales, washing cars and special employee events that will continue through the 2016 fundraising season which ends in September.

BRIEFLY The Weekly needs camp info now The Weekly Newspapers will be printing its annual summer camp issue in mid-May. Send information about camp opportunities in the Florida Keys for kids to sara@keysweekly.com for publication.

Key West Zonta Club’s Radio Day event The Zonta Club of Key West will hold its 34th annual Radio Day on Friday, April 29 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Bottle Cap Lounge, 1128 Simonton St. A live remote broadcast on WEOW 92.7 with Rude Girl will showcase prerecorded radio spots by local businesses. The event includes music by Total Recall; an outdoor block party with grilled hamburgers and hotdogs and games; a silent auction; celebrity bartenders; and a reverse drawing with a $4,500 grand prize.

Proceeds from the event support Zonta scholarships for Key West High School girls and local women; the Heart Health Initiative; and Journey to Success, a job-readiness program for adults and students.

To buy a reverse raffle ticket, or for more information, call Carolyn at 305-797-6558 or go to zontakeywest.com.

Team OCEAN seeks volunteers Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary is recruiting volunteers for its Team OCEAN program in Key Largo, Key West and Big Pine Key areas. Volunteers serve as boat operators or educational interpreters at busy reef areas on weekends and peak days during the summer months. Volunteers distribute brochures and maps and answer questions to inform the public about the sanctuary and its special zones, encourage proper use of sanctuary resources, and provide tips on boating and mooring safely.

Volunteers should be comfortable and experienced spending time on vessels less than 25 feet. Training will be provided.

Fingerprinting for a background check is required. Contact 305434-9373 or Susan.Dunn@noaa. gov for more info.

Poetry guild meets on Georgia Street The Key West Poetry Guild will meet Sunday, May 1 at 7 p.m. at One Island Family, 801 Georgia St. Key West Poet Laureate Rosalind Brackenbury will be the featured poet. She is the author of 13 novels, two books of short stories, and eight books of poems. She will be reading from a new collection.

All are welcome to listen or join in for the open mic session. For more info, call Nance Boylan at 908-591-5566

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BRIEFLY Funding available for nonprofits The Monroe County Tourist Development Council has funding available to governmental entities and non-profit organizations for capital projects. The facility must have the primary purpose of promoting tourism and must fall into a certain facility category. The deadline is Tuesday, May 3 and applications must be downloaded from Demandstar at monroecountybids.com. For more information, call the TDC at 305-296-1552.

Volunteers needed at FAVOR Volunteer Opportunity: The National Key Deer Refuge is looking for a few volunteers to staff the Florida Keys National Wildlife Refuges Visitor Center on Big Pine Key. Volunteers typically do one shift per week; either 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., or 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Weekends are available, too. Duties include greeting and assisting visitors, educating visitors about key deer and other local wildlife, and suggesting opportunities for getting people outdoors. Contact Kristie Killam at 305-304-9625 or kristie_killam@ fws.gov for more information.

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elcome to Inishmaan, a town that will feel as familiar, small and darkly humorous as Key West. Martin McDonagh’s Tony-nominated play, “The Cripple of Inishmaan,” is now playing at the Red Barn Theater and brings the Irish version of a small town full of gossips, heartache, humor, and mischief to the stage. Directed

by Carole MacCartee, the play exudes her love of Irish playwriting and brings the humor and passion of an isolated island full of characters right to Duval’s doorstep.

“The Cripple of Inishmaan,” written in 1934, is set around the character Cripple Billy (Arthur Crocker) who is raised by two doddering and doting aunties: Kate Osbourne (Peggy Montgomery) and Eileen Osbourne (Vanessa McCaffrey). Billy struggles to find his own way off the island into the world, leaving his moniker behind. An American movie is being filmed on the neighboring island of Inishmore, and the Inishmaan youth Helen McCormick (Aleister Eaves) and her brother, Bartley McCormick (Charlie Lawrence), also dream big of American things such as boys and candy. The town gossip Johnnypateenmike (Doug Shook) plays town crier for all the news and is the meddlesome go between the young and the old, wreaking havoc on truth and gossip. Billy eventually gets to America but like all dreams the reality is cruel and heads back to his beloved Ireland home still searching for the truth about his parents and

the Irish girl of his dreams.

The characters are richly crass and unforgiving in their relationships with each other.

Johnnypateenmike tries to kill his 90-year-old mother with an endless supply of booze.

Conversely, Mammy O’Dougal (Robin Deck), Johnnypateenmike’s mother is the only one having a jolly good drunk time.

Helen beats her brother and kills farm animals for extra cash, and Babbybobby Bennett (Ross Pipkin) — the “lovable, kind friend” carries a billy club and is prone to violence. Doctor McSharry (Tom Murtha) seems to

be the only voice of reason that nobody will listen to. The original Irish language and accent seem to be the 10th character of the play — in true Irish form, nothing is “feking” off limits.

In the end, the people of Inishmaan make cruel jokes, laugh at each other’s nature but underneath care deeply about each other. Johnnypateenmike says the play’s quintessential ironic line, “Because in Ireland, people are more friendly.”

Carole MacCartee does a magnificent job of bringing the original play to life while all the actors convey the genuine feel

The play’s similarities to Key West are too many to count.

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Phil Rambosek hefts a 25-pound black grouper he caught fishing with Capt. Ryon Logan of Key West.

Grouper season has its pluses and minuses

Local grouper season reopens May 1

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rouper season is closed in Monroe County waters from January 1 through April 30 each year with an anticipated opening on May 1. The closure, which started in 2010, has been said to be good for the grouper stocks, but also a pain to some charter and commercial fishermen.

“Catching grouper is great the first few days, but then three days in, it’s back to normal,” said Ryon Logan, the charter captain of Cheerio out of Hurricane Hole Marina on Stock Island, who is not a fan of the closures, saying it hurts local charter and commercial fishermen.

“May is our busiest month anyway,” he said with tarpon, sailfish and dolphin fishing happening at the same time. “It’s a terrible system to target the fish and then flood the market.”

Grouper fishing from a boat typically involves baits fished near the bottom, with heavy tackle and line to bring grouper to the surface. Last year,

(CONT.) Charter Captain Chris Mendola of Far Out Charters in Key West suggested live bait for the best bites, like pinfish, grunts and blue runners. Some also like to get in the water and try their hand at hunting down their tasty meals with a speargun.

Fishermen target gags and blacks longer than 24-inches total length and reds at 20-inches total length or more. Scamps and snowys can be found on deeper Keys wrecks. Warsaw, Nassau, and goliath grouper harvest is prohibited year round.

Recreational fishermen can’t have more than three grouper on their boat per person and can only have one black or one gag per person, i.e. a black grouper and two reds, or a gag grouper and two reds, but not a black, a gag and a red.

Middle Keys resident Kyle Franz has charters lined up on Main Attraction out of Key Colony Beach for the opening of grouper season. “We usually anchor at the reef and on wrecks and fish with yellowtail,” he said.

Franz is a former commercial fisherman who made the switch to charter trips a few years ago.

“We have a couple spots lined up where we’ve been catching two or three grouper a day that we throw back.”

Franz said he will personally be targeting snowys and blueline tiles in the deeper water, which have also been closed and reopen on May 1.

If the closures were up to Logan, he said he would return to the former two-month closure that reopened on March 1, or a closure that would reopen in September when season is slow. More information about seasons and closures in Monroe County can be found at myfwc. com.

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A drag queen and an art walk into a gallery…

Joan Becker paints local icon at Rockhouse Art Gallery

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pen for only a year, the Rockhouse Art Gallery bills itself as “more than a gallery” and proved it last Saturday.

The gallery hosted artist Joan Becker, a Philadelphia native, painting live. Her subject?

Beloved local drag queen Inga from Aqua. The atmosphere was jovial and fun as bystanders watched Becker, with charcoal and gouache, create a unique and colorful portrait of Inga.

Inga’s dress was a splash of comic book design complete with a pompom headband as garnish. Becker’s deft ability quickly captured the fun-loving essence of Inga, and may be the start to a series of drag queen paintings, she said.

Inga joked, “I was promised lunch” when asked why she would sit for a portrait, not one to take it all too seriously.

Becker attended the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts in 2003 and her usual style consists of watercolor or gouache portraits and still lifes with a quirky, colorful flair. The style seems fitting to capture the most vibrant personalities in town.

“I always wanted to paint a drag queen. So I walked into The Rockhouse Gallery, proposed my idea and handed them my card,” said Becker, a frequent visitor to the Keys.

The gallery, which is known to host a weekly mind reader on Fridays, enjoys having unusual events in the “Bahama Village Arts District,” according to Mark Schreiber.

The Rockhouse Art Gallery is an eclectic mix of modern handcrafted furniture and art.

(It’s an official retailer of Pacific Green Furniture, handcrafted furniture from Fiji made from palmwood.)

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The Rockhouse Art Gallery itself is unconventional. It’s located inside a renovated old Methodist Church circa 1900 in Key West’s Bahama Village on Julia Street. Dickstein spent more than a year working on the redevelopment of the building and wants the community to enjoy it as a gathering place for art and events. Case in point: Dickstein has plans to revive Captain Outrageous’ art bike program, where “Conch Cruisers” are transformed by artists into one-of-a-kind bicycles.

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Mother and daughter singers Camille Russo Toler and Erika Monet Butters take a musical journey at the Red Barn Theatre next weekend. The unique show follows Camille and Erika’s musical journey across three generations, which covers everything from Camille’s Harlem childhood through Erika’s Disney fantasies.

This Don Pinder photo, circa 1956, shows the Miss Carib Gold contestants at the old Strand Theater on Duval. It’s part of a collection that goes on exhibit starting this weekend at the Custom House Museum in Key West. On display are a wide assortment of images curated from the Society’s collection.

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SEEN AROUND TOWN Florida Keys SPCA raised $7,200 for the animal care fund at the Marathon campus last weekend at the inaugural Putts for Paws mini golf tournament and pet fair. “Thanks to everyone who came out to support us,” said FKSPCA’s Tammy Fox. “It was an amazing turnout.” FKSPCA will also be holding at happy hour tips event at Bottle Cap Lounge in Key West on Friday, May 13.

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1. Pakalolo ‘Paki’ Franz with buddy Jeanine Christiansen sweep the trick category at the event.

2. Shirley and Jeff Gunn bring their pup to the event.

3. Florida Keys SPCA’s Sue Turner, Tammy Fox, and Judy Manning hang around the silent auction area.

4. Gene and Sherri split second place in the mini golf tournament with Holly and Larry. They are seen here with members of Florida Keys SPCA. 5. Winston dresses up for the costume contest.

6. At less than a year old, Sebastian, a cane corso, runs the obstacle course with the best time with owner Denise. Denise and Sebastian accept their award from Florida Keys SPCA members.

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Event organizers are seeking donations, both monetary and prize worthy. To donate or find out more, call Monica Fletchall at Key West High School at 305293-1549, Ext. 54383.

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• Delinquent taxes will be advertised in the KEY WEST CITIZEN on May 11th, 18th, and 25th .

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City Code Compliance officer seeks illegal vacation rentals The City of Key West has a code compliance officer dedicated to the City’s vacation rental ordinance. All short term rentals of 30 days or less must be licensed. Illegal rentals often disrupt residential neighborhoods and have been on the rise. Anyone who suspects illegal vacation rentals can call 305-809-3731 or 305-8093740, or email information to pcorbett@cityofkeywest-fl. gov. Anyone reporting a possible illegal rental may remain anonymous unless they wish to be contacted and provide contact information.

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SCHOOL NEWS Faculty and students at Key West High School chose a Weekly Student by selecting candidates with good character, achievements and involvement. These students standout amongst their peers and are recognized by the Weekly Newspapers.

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

I am in Anime Club and National Honor Society.

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

Mr. Kremer has been my biggest inspiration at Key West High School.

He taught me how to see the bigger picture of life and has been a significant supporter in my plans for after graduation.

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

Criminal justice best prepared me for life after high school by teaching me my civil rights.

Do you tweet? Who do you follow on Twitter?

I do not.

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

Climate change and coral reef degradation are the biggest challenges facing the Keys. Being more energy efficient is a way to help.

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The Trike A-Thon not only

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educates students about the children they are supporting, but it also provides bike and trike safety lessons. And as an added bonus, parents and faculty are welcome to join and watch the fun each year.

“I am amazed at the generosity and dedication of these kids and their parents,” said event coordinator Jennifer Searcy.

For more on the St. Jude Trike A-Thon and how to support, visit stjude.org/trike.

What are your plans after high school?

I plan on attending University of Central Florida.

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

It is highly unlikely I will make the Keys my permanent home because I will be moving to Orlando.

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tone Soup Gallery hosted the Montessori annual children’s art show, where parents wined and dined and the little artists sold paintings and portraits.

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2. Parents, Dr. Brad Makimaa and wife, Renee, stand next to their girls’ portraits.

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COMMUNITY NEWS Kids fishing tournament catches big prizes at Old Wooden Bridge

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fter a one-year hiatus due to construction on the No Name bridge span, 116 kids came out to test their fishing savvy skills on the Old Wooden Bridge during the fishing tournament of the same name. The kids caught everything from a 60-inch tarpon to 33-inch needle guards and tons of pinfish, grunts, and more. The annual event yields kids’ fishing rods, bait, lunch and tons of prizes for the participants.

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2. These kids each reeled in a pin fish at the same time.

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4

3. Nine-year-old Megan Ullrich shows off her catch on the bridge.

4. The kids examine the prizes displayed. Forty kids walked away with everything from fishing and snorkel gear, to gift cards, to bikes. Everyone received a fishing rod to take home.

BRIEFLY ‘May the Fourth Be With You’

Intern Wanted Weekly seeking candidate with good photography, writing and communication skills for part-time position. Please email sara@keysweekly.com.

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Key West Burlesque presents its first Star Wars burlesque show: The Sexy Side of Star Wars: A Burlesque Parody. The event is one night only happening on Wednesday, May 4 at 8 p.m. at The Studios of Key West.

Tickets are available at keystix. com for $25, $35 and $50.

WE ARE LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED FOR OVER 10 YEARS THE ONLY LOCALLY OWNED PAPER DISTRIBUTED KEYS - WIDE

UPPER KEYS

TROPICAL LIVING MAGAZINES (over 30 magazines annuallY)

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS

THE BEST OF MARATHON / THE BUBBAS - Key West People’s Choice

PREFERRED PROGRAM PARTNER OF:

MARATHON SEAFOOD FESTIVAL / KEYSTOCK / OCEANFEST / KEY WEST SEAFOOD FESTIVAL / MONROE COUNTy BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS and many more…

A HOMETOWN PAPER YOU CAN BE PROUD TO CALL YOUR OWN Key West 5450 MacDonald Ave, Suite 5

Marathon 9709 Overseas Highway

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MOTHERS DAY SPECIAL Buy a gift certificate valued over $100 and receive our linen gift bag with a bottle of prosecco and complimentary present.

Introducing LOCAL LOVE

Anytime, everyday, all year long, locals receive 10% off massage, facials, body wraps & scrubs 1204 simonton st 305-292-4000 www.islestylekeywest.com

CHEERS friends!

Our menu of beer, wine, bubbles & bites now available.

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* CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES * 305.743.0844 Veterinary Assistant Banana Republic Factory Store on Duval Street in beautiful Key West

NOW HIRING

Sales Associates, Cashiers, Fitting Room Attendants, Stock Associates, Housekeeping for all shifts For more information, please visit our career site and apply at www.gapinc.com/careers Requisition #169973 Please note candidates can “mobile apply” for our jobs!

Bluegreen Vacations is now HIRING for a part-time/full-time In-House Sales Associate in Marathon.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, and prior industry experience in selling similar products and services involving vacation ownership packages.

To apply, please e-mail your resume to: carl.hovey@bluegreenvacations.com

FOR RENT

10,000 sf warehouse with 20’ ceiling plus 400 sf office and bathroom with central air conditioning. 4 bay doors plus 2 bay doors and forklift ramp door, above flood. Warehouse is approved for military storage.

305-923-1358 www.toppino.net/rentals

Rewarding stable jobs with excellent benefits!!!

The Turtle Hospital in Marathon Is seeking a full-time Educational Program Guide/Gift Shop Sales.

Public speaking & retail sales experience and marine turtle knowledge helpful. Send resume to: turtlehosp@aol.com

For Sale Motor Trailer Mounted w/ tool Box $1750.00 305-304-7995

Plantation Key Nursing Center

located in Tavernier, is seeking

PRN, LPN, RN, C.N.A.

12 hr shifts days and nights available

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

Drug Free

Apply at:

2735 Overseas Highway Marathon 305-289-1748

Immediate Opening

The Weekly Newspapers are seeking a well spoken, confident individual to manage classified ad sales.

Salary, commission, vacation, plus many other negotiable benefits. 9-5, Mon - Fri Send your resume to lesley@keysweekly.com.

Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop

Hot Pressure Washer

Diesel Burner/ Honda

Veterinary Assistant needed for fast paced, multitasking environment. Experience preferred but will train. Duties include ability to handle animals for procedures performed by doctors, care of animals including walking and cage cleaning, appointment check in's with patients, preparing surgical packs, in-house lab testing, excellent communication/people skills. Salary based on experience with nice benefits package. Full time positions available. Must be willing to work nights and weekends.

Please contact Marathon Veterinary Hospital at 5001 Overseas Hwy. or call 305-743-7099.

Dietary Aides

We offer a competitive wage and benefits program.

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

HIRING

Baker & Counter Help Competitive Pay – Fun Atmosphere Please Apply In Person 11287 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Full & Part Time Positions.

Apply in Person.

Grassy Key Outpost 58152 Overseas Hwy.

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in Marathon is looking for: • Medical Director/ Psychiatrist • Program Coordinator • Registered Nurse (PT/FT) • Behavioral Health Technicians (PT/FT) • Drivers • Research Assistant • Maintenance Specialist • Direct Care Worker for Heron House.

The Guidance/Care Center, Inc, a division of

“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in Key West is looking for: • Family Intervention Counselor • Behavioral Health Therapist • Front Desk Specialist • Care Coordinator.

Visit http://careers.westcare.com for details; EEOC/DFWP, Bilingual helpful; Drug & background screening req.

Administrative Assistant Needed ASAP in Marathon Flex work schedule in fun fast paced environment. Great attitude, friendly personality, dependable, drama free, document composition, spreadsheets & Customer Service req. Real Estate, Flex MLS, Excel, Quickbooks, Google Forms, Mailchimp, Social Media, Website design, A+

Send resume, income and yrs. exp. in each area to: Wayne Carter CEO Marathon and Lower Keys Association of Realtors® CEO@MLKAR.com

Phone 305-743-2485

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

AUTOS WANTED

EMPLOYMENT

FOR SALE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 15-CP140-A-P

FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

Juliet Johnson, Respondent.

WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information.

Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.

ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

Cars - Vans Trucks. Running or Not. CASH 305-3320483

AM Baker and Counter Help.

Competitive PayFun Atmosphere.

Please Apply In Person.11287 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

new, Sunroof and many extras...$19,500 OBO. 305-8493442.

IN RE: ESTATE OF Joe Ashely Thomas, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Joe Ashely Thomas, deceased, whose date of death was August 24th 2015, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 50 Highpoint Rd, Ste. 101, Plantation Key, 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

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: April 29, 2016.

Personal Representative: Jodi Thompson 724 Timberoaks Dr Azle, TX 760204831 Attorneys for Personal Representative: LAW OFFICE OF DIANE M. McGUIRE Florida Bar Number: 871400 P.O. Box 371062 Key Largo, FL 33037 Telephone: (305) 619-0260 Fax: (305) 4519229 Email: dmcguirelaw@yahoo.com Publish: April 29 and May 6, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 16-DR348-K Division: Family Sergiu Ion Cioclea, Petitioner, and Shamichael

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NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: Shamichael Juliet Johnson ADDRESS: 1630 Flagler Avenue, Apt. A, Key West, FL 33040 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Sergiu Ion Cioclea whose address is 800 Emma Street, Apt. #413, Key West, Florida 33040, on or before May 27, 2016 and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

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

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Notice of Current Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.)

Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address on record at the clerk’s office.

Dated: April 22, 2016 Amy Heavilin, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Heidemarie A. Wells Deputy Clerk Publish: April 29, May 6, May 13, and May 20, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious names of Marathon Weekly, Keys Weekly, Key West Weekly, and Upper Keys Weekly, located at 9709 Overseas Highway, in the county of Monroe, town of Marathon, Florida 33050, intends to register said name with the Division of Corporations of the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: Weekly News Corp.

Published: April 29, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers

EMPLOYMENT

AMAZING INCOME FROM HOME! First call 800-582-6661 (24 hour mess) then go to: www. dailyfastcash. comathon Little Palm Island is in search of the following talented employees: AM Server Assistants, Executive Sous Chef, Lead Maintenance, Housekeeping Supervisor and P/T Reservations Agent, P/T Island Front Desk/Bellman. Please apply in person @ 28500 Overseas Hwy, Little Torch Key, FL 33042 Housekeeper – Empleada de Limpieza para Hotel en Islamorada. Llamar 305-962-5243.

Electrician wanted for wellestablished company in Marathon. Top pay, paid vacation, paid holidays and continuing education.

License a plus.

Email resume to kelly6098@aol. com EMPLOYMENT HIRING: Servers * Market * Cook AND Dishwasher.

Please apply within at Brutus Seafood. NO Phone Calls.

6950 O/S Hwy., Marathon Housekeeper – Empleada de Limpieza para Hotel en Islamorada.

Llamar 305962-5243.

Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop NOW HIRING:

Construction Foreman wanted Need Vehicle.

Pay commensurate with experience.

Call 3 0 5 - 3 0 4 -7995 Seeking stable happy energetic personality for PT sales position in fun gift shop.

Must be yearround Marathon resident; retirees welcome. Stop in to schedule appointment at 11528 Overseas Highway Marathon Babysitters Needed for vacationers!

305 -522-6050 Apply at http:// resortchildcare. com LOOKING FOR Wait Staff, Food Runners & Hosts. Established busy restaurant - must apply in Person.

Sparky’s Landing, Key Colony Beach EXP. HELP ONLY needed for all positions. Apply in person MonFri 10-11am @ Sunset Grille & Raw Bar Knights Key Blvd.

Marathon.

Servers & Bartenders Needed Full Time Please apply during business hours. Key Colony Inn, 700 W. Ocean Dr. Key Colony.

FOR RENT

FOR RENT: 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment near Tavernier. $750/ month includes water. First/Last/ Security. (786) 863-0185 FOR SALE

2015 FIAT 500 Less than 500 miles. Brand

FOR SALE 1/1 trailer with full kitchen and bath, 33’ all hookups connected. $9,500, lot available for rent includes cable and wifi.

MM 30. 305-9231358 HOBBIES/ COLLECTIBLES

Will buy old nautical items, ship wheels, compasses, large reels, half hulls, lanterns, binnacles, telegraphs.

Cased ship models for sale.

Call Lou 603-4556106 PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex Dive watches and Pilot Watches. Old model Military clocks & watches. Call 305-743-4578 FISHING MISC.

FOR SALE: Lobster Tags $200 each. Call 305481-1316 All types of permits for sale!

Rock Shrimp, King Fish, Atlantic Snapper, Grouper Gulf, 6 Pack Reef & Pelagic.

Commercial Gulf Reef Fish, Gulf Snapper IFQ’s, Long Line pkg. Many other permits avail. We buy, sell & broker all types of permits. Call before you buy or sell!

Please call for prices.

Licensed & Bonded. All permits guaranteed valid for transfer.

Many ref’s avail.

John Potts Jr. 321-784-5982 or 321-302-3630 www.shipusa. com

• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844

Hiring for the following positions:

Management positions @ Fairvilla's Sexy Things (524 Front Street, Key West Florida 33040)

Housekeepers • Houseman

Applicants must be open minded & personable with the ability to lead others.

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

Bussperson • Bartender

Reply to this job posting by sending all of the following to Jacques@fairvilla.com: Letter of interest on the available position • Current resume & your availability & include your favorite joke

Front Desk Agent

Dishwasher • Cook • Hostess Apply on line at Spottswood.com/careers or at Faro Blanco Resort

EOE m/f/d/v

PLEASE NOTE: Emails that only include a resume without a letter of interest will NOT be considered. • Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

Construction Supervisor/Laborer Wanted Physical Duties, Bobcat Experience Vehicle Required

Call 305-304-7995

HELP WANTED The Hammocks at Marathon

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES

NEED SOME CASH?

$250 Sign-On Bonus!

For as little as $50/week, your AD (with or without photo) will be seen from Key Largo to Key West. Call 305-453-6928 or email hollie@keysweekly.com today.

• Common Area Attendant and Carpet Shampoo • Maintenance/Handyman • Activities Associate

GREAT BENEFITS:

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

TO APPLY: Online: jobs.bluegreenvacations.com In Person at The Hammocks: 1688 Overseas Highway, Gulf Side, Mile Marker 48, Marathon Or Call Miranda 561-912-7899 eoe

SELL YOUR CAR - OR BOAT - OR SOFA!

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

Dolphin Research Center has Full-Time & Part-Time Temporary positions for Guest Services. Duties are multifaceted including welcoming guests, taking reservations, retail and photo sales.

Job description available at www.dolphins.org. E-mail your resume and a DRC application to drc-hr@dolphins.org. EOE

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

185A 25TH STREET, MARATHON

Cute 2 bedroom, 3 bath home. 1132 sq. foot updated half-duplex. Private yard, convenient location, ample parking. $268,500 Please call Lynn Goodwin at Key Colony Beach Realty today for an appointment. 305-923-9487

Diesel Mechanic Truck Helpers CDL Driver Office Assistant

(Computer Efficiency Required) Applicants must apply in person to be considered.

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Desk Clerk House Keeper

Key Colony Beach Motel 441 East Ocean Drive KCB, FL 305-289-0411

We Buy Gold Locally!

Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn Townsquare Mall Marathon

Customer Service Specialist FULL-TIME Greet and process transactions for private aircraft customers. Prior aviation experience a plus but not required.

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

Contact Kris Later krisl@marathonga.com 305-743-9025 EOE / Drug-Free Workplace

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

Parking spaces also available.

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

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 Page 29 • Key West Weekly • April 29, 2016

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The Lobster Benedict is an entrée composed of perfect parts.

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GIOVANNI ANCHETA/Contributed

Found: Duval’s ‘French Quarter’

La Petit Paris delights was excellent, obviwith fresh taste hollandaise ously homemade. The English

By Chance Parker

T

CHANCE PARKER originally hails from Texas, and is currently the wine director at Prime Steakhouse in Key West. He has more than 15 years experience in fine dining and catering, and is a certified sommelier, as well as certified specialist of wine.

he view from the patio of Le Petit Paris, nestled at the corner of Duval and Olivia, immediately reminded me of New Orleans. I could see the facades of several historic buildings from my chair, and felt transported to the boulevards of the Big Easy. This sentiment was only strengthened when the outstanding food began to arrive. The quaint and unpretentious setting perfectly mirrors the cuisine: straightforward, fresh, and delicious.

A former bartender from Poland, owner Robert’s success is based on one simple premise: an establishment that offers the freshest ingredients as a focus will surely earn a following. This thesis’ manifestation is a short menu of superb freshness, all done to uncomplicated perfection.

Robert’s philosophy is evident in his most popular dish, the Lobster Benedict. Served with crispy and savory herb potato wedges, this brunch classic is rich and comforting, with a generous portion of succulent lobster. The key to any classic dish is to make each element stand alone with confidence, as Robert does expertly. The

muffin was perfectly toasted, to stand up to the lobster and sauce. And as I mentioned, the potato wedges were a perfect compliment.

Also sampled was the Steak Crepe, a daily feature. I typically prefer a sweet crepe, but this was far from typical. The marriage of flavors — juicy steak, sharp Gorgonzola and superfresh veggies — all came together to form a hearty, rustic, country-European classic.

To balance our experience with something sweet, we ended with a decadent Crepe Suzette. Robert’s mastery of the crepe is nothing short of impressive. Both crepe dishes were golden and slightly crispy, without a hint of the sponginess found in “lesser” crepes.

This classic Suzette had a strong flavor of Grand Marnier and mandarin oranges.

For a taste of the French Quarter (but better), visit Le Petit Paris, and laizzes les bons temps rouler!

LE PETIT PARIS 825 Duval St., Key West 305.453.6065 Open daily 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. except Wednesday.

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