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MONROE COUNTY 9709 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 Office: (305) 743-0844 Fax: (305) 743-0866 www.keysweekly.com Publisher Jason Koler jason@keysweekly.com Managing Partner Britt Myers britt@keysweekly.com Editor Sara Matthis sara@keysweekly.com Director, Sales & Marketing Lesley Aaron lesley@keysweekly.com Account Executive Anneke Patterson anneke@keysweekly.com Staff Writers Kristen Livengood kristen@keysweekly.com Hays Blinckmann hays@keysweekly.com Gabriel Sanchez gabriel@keysweekly.com Office Manager Lynn Ritli lynn@keysweekly.com Classifieds Ben Elliott ben@keysweekly.com Design / Web Master Travis Cready travis@keysweekly.com Design / Pre-Press Javier Reyes javier@keysweekly.com Se habla español

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GUNS IN THE KEYS A look at purchasing and shooting a weapon in the Florida Keys Hays Blinckmann

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un ownership has been on the rise in the past decade in the Florida Keys. While there might be many reasons to own a gun, two recurring ones are the need for self-protection and a fear the federal government will ban the sale of all guns. Keys residents are buying guns, and in many cases multiples, and obtaining concealed weapons permits faster than any other county in Florida.

According to Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, violent crime has decreased since 1995. However, because of how crimes are categorized it’s difficult to know how many incidents involved the use of guns. For example, a crime may be deemed violent but the weapon could have been a beer bottle or a gun. Or a burglary may be categorized as an armed burglary because a gun was present, but not necessarily brandished.

The Monroe County’s Sheriff’s office has documented one, maybe two, home invasions a year since 2008 according to MCSO’s Becky Herrin. Key West Police spokesperson Alyson Crean said, “There were 36 burglaries of occupied residences in 2015. However, we categorize an occupied burglary as

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any type of theft when people are home. That means even a bike stolen off the porch would be included in this category.”

In September of 2015, a Big Pine Key man shot to death another man who was trying to force his way into the house in what was allegedly a domestic dispute. He was not charged with a crime as it was deemed a “stand your ground” scenario by the State Attorney.

Mark Senmartin owns Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn in Marathon. (He is also the city’s elected mayor). He has been licensed to sell guns for seven years. “In order to even find out the dealer’s cost, I had to be licensed. So when I got into this, I didn’t even know if it was going to be profitable,” he said. Diligence is key when it comes to weapons sales and Senmartin is always on the look out for those attempting to make an illegal “straw purchase,” for another person who is not qualified to own a gun. (See more about authorized sellers in the sidebar.)

Who is buying the guns?

“Just your average regular citizen, really,” Senmartin said.

“I have the group that wants something for protection, or the group that are collectors and are looking for something very specific. And then more recently, the group who is worried that their right to own a gun will be taken away and wants to purchase a gun before that happens; they don’t make

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THE LAW • Who can’t own a gun? Convicted felons, those convicted of a misdemeanor or domestic violence, and those who have been deemed mentally defective in a court or committed to mental institution. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the agency performing the background checks, may also deny the sale to a person arrested for one of 22 “dangerous” crimes ranging from extortion to controlled substance violations.

• When purchasing a gun, a buyer has two options. First, to seek a registered and licensed Federal Firearm Licensed gun dealer who is “engaged in the business” of selling guns. Also, used firearms may also be bought and sold privately by an unlicensed seller. An unlicensed seller is categorized as someone who does not make the majority of their livelihood from gun sales and is not required to impose a waiting period or background check. President Barack Obama recently issued new executive actions that further restrict unlicensed sellers to less than two sales in certain circumstances in order to qualify.

• Gun purchasers, including those with a “carry” license, must pass a background check every time they purchase from a FFL licensee.

That is true for purchasers of handguns or long guns. Persons 18 and older may purchase a long gun, defined as a shotgun or rifle, without a waiting period. Only persons 21 and older may purchase handguns and the purchase includes a 72-hour waiting period.

• Florida has no laws regulating the sale of “assault weapons” other than those listed above.

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(CONT.) up a huge percentage, but it is more than it used to be.”

Senmartin said he works to “match” the gun to the owner.

“Ultimately, I will sell them what they want. But if you have an older woman that doesn’t have a lot of hand strength, and can’t work a slide, I steer her towards a revolver. I want them to have the best option. That’s just customer service.”

In addition to selling guns, Senmartin also offers firearm education. He is a licensed NRA instructor able to provide certification classes for concealed weapon ownership. Senmartin’s classes are a three-hour classroom seminar about gun safety, handling and cleaning, and more importantly, gun laws. Senmartin teaches from the book; “Florida Firearms Law, Use and Ownership.” Then he takes the class to the shooting range to continue safety and responsibility when handling and shooting a gun.

In 2014, a Big Pine backyard range garnered national attention. When Doug Varrieur used his yard on a busy canal as a gun range, he was completely within his rights. However, public outcry prompted a change to the law. Gov. Rick Scott signed bill SB 130 last July, which prohibits the recreational discharge of a firearm in certain residential areas, specifically in areas “that the person knows or reasonably should know is primarily residential in nature and that has a residential density of one or more dwelling units per acre.”

Phillip Condella, owner of the Big Coppitt Gun Club, said he sees a mixture of clientele, about 25 percent women and up to 10 percent overseas visitors during season. The club offers free safety and instruction when entering the range and private lessons are always available. Staff checks the ammunition because steel cores are not allowed.

“We are not going to let people treat guns with a casual air,” said Condella, adding that staff absolutely refuses access to anyone who seems intoxicated or under the influence.

Condella sums up the essence of safe and lawful gun possession: “Anyone who owns a gun should know how to use it. Safety is a priority.”

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Money for these scholarships provided from our Only fundraiser The Original Marathon Seafood Festival. Thank you all.

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OFF SCHOLARSHIP MONEY AWARDED TO MARATHON HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATING SENIOR$

The OFF scholarship intended for students who would like to

continue their education, and who have immediate family members involved in commercial fishing. The family must hold a valid/current Florida SPL in Monroe County and be a current member of the Marathon Chapter of OFF. Consideration will be given to students who work or have immediate family who work in the Commercial Fishing industry.

For more information see the Marathon High college and career link at www.mhs.keysschools.com or send an email to offliz@aol.com for an application.

Deadline: Return completed application to:

O.F.F. Marathon Chapter, P.O. Box 500723, Marathon, FL 33050 – Postmarked by May 13, 2016.

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LOCAL CHATTER

By Sara Matthis Nothing prepares you for motherhood. Nothing. We may have some misgivings going into the birthing room, but little do we expect what’s right around the corner. Suffice it to say, it’s nothing like a photo spread from Parenting magazine. Every mom on the planet has had that moment when they pause and wonder, ‘What the heck did I get myself into?” So, we asked local moms …

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Maggie Sayer is both a fantastic computer geek and an incredible portrait photographer. She’s also a mom. “I remember the first day being home from the hospital when Fisher was sleeping and I was beyond exhausted but wanted to stay awake so I could watch him breathe,” she said.

Laura Kasper, mother of two boys Kelly and Kasey, said reality raised its head on more than one occasion. “I wore two different color shoes to work. Or I looked forward to the Cookie Monster segment of Sesame Street like it was a daily soap opera, and played it back on the DVD when my husband came home just so I could relate to another adult.”

“When everyone left my hospital room and I was alone with my baby, I suddenly realized ‘Wait a minute, I’m in charge here,’” said Jessica Bennet, mom to Genevieve and Richard. “The reality is, motherhood is like a job were you show up for your first day of work in the mailroom and instead you’re escorted to your new office as the CEO. Good luck and don’t screw it up.”

“So Let me tell you when it REALLY hits home: the learner’s permit. Yep, teen driving,” said Melanie Wilson, mother of Blake and Gus. “This adventure is super fun! And by super fun I mean most nerve-racking! It is at this moment when you say to yourself, ‘Self, I hope you were a good mom and that your child listened because he/she is all grown up.’ And that realization is the scariest of all.”

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Police or Fire Rescue Emergency, call 911 / (Police Non-Emergency call 305-289-2430) Wastewater Emergency, call 305-517-6704 or 305-481-6183After Hours City Emergency, call 305-747-0387

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arathon’s new City Hall is swarming with workers putting the finishing touches on the under-budget $5.5 million edifice. The terrazzo entry is complete, but the hanging light fixtures are still in boxes. The tile floors are down, and the administration areas still await carpet. In the “trailers,” which city staff currently occupies, tension of the I-can’twait-to-move variety is rising.

In fact, the monitors on Libby Frazier’s desk in the Utilities Department are already marked for the move.

“The furniture will be in by the first of June,” said City Manager Chuck Lindsey.

But don’t expect a grand opening until the end of summer, he said. Not until the trailers have been removed, parking lot completed and landscaping installed; probably some time in August.

Here’s a sneak peak.

—Weekly Staff report

SARA MATTHIS/Keys Weekly 1. Councilman Dan Zieg, left, inspects the new council chambers and discusses progress with City Manager Chuck Lindsey, Attorney Dave Migut and Planning Director and Deputy City Manager George Garrett.

2. Public Works and Engineering Director Carlos Solis said the spray foam insulation in the building attic will make it very energy efficient.

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3. Mike Dubeau of Universal Cable begins the meticulous work of installing the cable for the computer servers.

4. The Fantastic Five pose at the main entry, next to the sign that has yet to be hung: City Manager Chuck Lindsey, Attorney David Migut, Public Works Carlos Solis, Planning Director George Garrett and Utilities Director Dan Saus.

5. Fire Marshal Adam Ganaes, left, inspects plans and tests the buildings fire alarm system with construction supervisor Walter Marcjezk.

City of Marathon City Council Agenda

Marathon Government Center, 2798 Overseas Hwy., Marathon Tuesday, May 10, 2015 5:30 P.M. (* Denotes Item Is Passed By Consent Upon Approval Of Agenda) Public Comments taken on all items and at 6:30 pm time certain for items not on the agenda.

City Council Items *A. Approval Of Minutes B. Monroe County Youth Leaders Presentation (Marathon High School Youth Council) C. Everglades Foundation Presentation by Eric Eikenberg, CEO (Councilmember Coldiron) D. Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month Proclamation E. EMS Week Proclamation F. Community Announcements City Manager Report A. Monroe County Sherriff’s Office Report B. Legal Report C. Building Department Report D. Code Department Report E. Marina Department Report F. Wastewater Utility Report 1. Wastewater O & M Charges Not Previously Invoiced by FKAA Discussion Resolution for Adoption A. Resolution 2016-40, Approving A Public Emergency Policy Into The Employee Policies And Procedures, Providing The Method And Amount Of Compensation To Be Paid To City Of Marathon Employees During A Public Emergency; And Providing For An Effective Date.

The public hearings will commence at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as business permits, in the Marathon Government Center, EOC Room, 2798 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL. All interested persons are invited to attend the meeting and participate in the discussion; or, written comments may be sent to the City of Marathon, c/o City Clerk, 9805 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050. Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at such hearing or meeting, one will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose that person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; such record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. ADA Assistance: Anyone needing special assistance at the City Council hearing due to disability should contact the City of Marathon at (305) 289-4130 at least two days prior thereto. Please contact the City Clerk at clavierd@ci.marathon.fl.us if you would like to receive any of the items on the agenda by email.

MARATHON CITY COUNCIL & WORKFORCE HOUSING COMMITTEE JOINT WORKSHOP REGARDING WORKFORCE HOUSING Notice is hereby given that the City of Marathon City Council and Workforce Housing Committee will hold a workshop to discuss recommendations from the Workforce Housing Committee on MONDAY, MAY 23RD at the MARATHON GOVERNMENT CENTER, 2798 Overseas Highway in Marathon at 5:30 PM. Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at any meeting item noted herein, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purposes he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. The City of Marathon complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you are a disabled person requiring special accommodations or assistance, please notify City Attorney’s office (305) 743-0033 of such need as soon as possible. One or more City Council/Commission or Board Members may attend.

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Heel Pain Ligaments Injuries Joint Arthritis or Pain Woundcare Muscle Tears

Trivia hosts Chelsey Stewart, left, and Jeanine Christiansen look forward to making and breaking brainy egos on Wednesday nights.

Winning contestants walk away with gift cards, bragging rights

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ith creative team names, mostly all unmentionable in this family newspaper, teams from one to many wager points during six, three-question rounds on Wednesdays from at 6 to 8 p.m. at Keys Fisheries, and from 9 to 11 p.m. at Marathon Grill and Ale House. Locally, it’s known as “Trivia Night” in Marathon.

“It’s good to have someone on your team with a wealth of useless knowledge in their head,” said Ale House reigning champ Robert Hunt from team Netflix and Chill – made up of Kacey Mearns, Rodney Altman and a rotating fourth member.

Hunt is that person whose head is packed with random facts; he used to play trivia in college.

Conferring with his teammate, he came to the conclusion that his team has been in the tops for the past six months, give or take, if they were present. Last week gave them a run for their money when an attorney from Ft. Myers almost took home first place by a couple of points.

“That was a close call,” said Hunt.

Anagrams are his team’s favorite question, played at half time. The teams are handed words to de-scramble into a famous person’s name. Last week the words were RAD MEN SALAD. It took team Netflix and Chill less than a minute to figure it out (Adam Sandler). Other categories include things like sports and geography.

Jeanine Christiansen and Chelsey Stewart started playing months ago, but acquired directorial duties when the position was suddenly vacated. “We learn all sorts of random trivia,” said Jeanine.

The hosting restaurants offer gift cards to the top three teams at the end of the night as well as happy hour and drink specials during play. “Plus, teams get a five point bonus for buying a round of drinks for their team,” said Jeanine.

Hunt says he will gladly take on any challengers next week at the Ale House. Marty Dailey has been holding onto the top spot at Keys Fisheries. Both are Marathon High School graduates.

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Welcome All Mothers!

DATES

Bring Mom for dinner and she receives a FREE* entrée:

May 6-7 Mother’s Day Dolphin Tournament benefiting Habitat for Humanity.

Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 8th Choice of Lazy Days Chicken or Lazy Days Catch of the Day! (Starting at 11am – Marathon location only) *with the purchase of one entrée. No take-out orders please.

MAKE YOUR RESERVATION TODAY! Call (305) 289-0839 Lazy Days South, 725 11th Street, Oceanside, Marathon, MM 47.3 • www.lazydayssouth.com

Martini Mondays 5:30PM $

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Over The Hump Wednesdays 5:30-6:30PM

Half-priced well drinks in the Lounge

Throwback Thursdays 5-7PM

Half-priced well drinks, $7 cocktail specials, $5 beers, $8 wines Stick around for live music from the Megan Ellis Band, 9-11pm

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Friday, May 13 Dolphin Bistro presents steak night from 5 to 8 p.m. at Marathon High School.

Sunday, May 15 Story Slam ‘Liar, Liar’ at 7 p.m. at Marathon Community Theater.

Friday, May 20 Stanley Switlik Career and Truck Day in Marathon.

Saturday, May 28 MaraTri at 7 a.m. at Sombrero Beach.

Friday, June 3 Free Roller Night from 7 to 9 p.m. at Marathon Community Park.

Saturday, June 11 VFW Fishing Tournament.

Thursday, June 23 Free landscaping class from 1 to 4 p.m. at Gato Building, Key West.

Thursday, June 30 Free Caribbean Fish ID class at 7 p.m. at REEF Headquarters, MM 98.3.

Alma All Week!

Join us for weekly specials sure to put a drink in your hand and a smile on your face.

Friday, May 6 Book club discussion of ‘Being Mortal’ at 10 a.m. at Marathon library.

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ver at Pro Fades barbershop, the familiar buzzing of hair clippers is usually drowned out by laughter, music and movies. The shop takes a unique approach to customer satisfaction with its comfortably designed layout. Guests can enjoy a movie while waiting on a comfortable couch, or listen to music while they wait for a trim.

The shop has two televisions, two couches, trendy art lining the walls, and four fully equipped barber chairs for guests.

Marathon’s Alberto Sanchez started Pro fades in 2012. After working at another shop for a number of years, his interest in operating his own shop grew until he made the entrepreneurial leap. Sanchez recalls a period when Pro Fades was one chair, a handful of tools, one television, and himself. “One of the hardest parts about growing the business has been finding talented barbers,” Sanchez said. “Thankfully, I had a lot of help and support from Stephanie Flores to stay focused and keep

motivated.”

After six months barber Roger Hernandez joined the staff at Pro Fades. Sanchez then opened a second shop and hired Carlos Quintana to operate it. Eventually both shops, and the three barbers, consolidated into the current location at 6363 Overseas Highway next to MetroPCS. His favorite part of being a local business owner is having a lot of face time with clients. “We lacked options for barbershops in town that specialize in styles we cater to,” he said. The shop specializes in fades, blow outs, flat tops, military style hair-cuts, seniors and kids cuts, razor shaves and designs. They also offer women’s cuts for ladies looking for a more modern look.

“The service at Pro Fades is friendly and upbeat,” said Francisco Santistevan of American Caribbean Realty. “You are always acknowledged when you come in. My haircuts always come out looking sharp,” Pro Fades is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and walk-ins are welcome.

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DARE I SAY IT

SHIPS IN THE NIGHT Cuba is opening and the time to visit is now

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n Tuesday morning,Keys the County Sheriff RVMonroe condominium park, 1BR/1BA unit with dock. Fix it or reported nine Cuban migrants arriving to the replace it with a modular.

U.S. at MM 96.4. $74,900. ML# 561572 “All in good condition,” read the statement.

Some 90 miles away, the first U.S. cruise ship to visit the island nation in more than 50 years was making its way from Havana to Cienfuegos to Santiago de Cuba.

Politics aside, the imagery of 700, dumpling-shaped cruise ship passengers disembarking in Havana with their cameras and fanny packs fills me with dread.

I am not expressing a political opinion when I say this country is about to be corrupted. Corrupted by the impatience of spoiled U.S. travelers.

We all know the big corporations are drooling over the Malecon like a pack of wild dogs salivating over a raw steak, but the biggest threat to this country is the rudeness and arrogance of entitled American tourists.

They will undoubtedly find the El Floridita — the cradle of the daiquiri where the bartenders take their time serving the potent limey cocktail in a martini glass.

“This is too strong,” I can hear them now.

“Aren’t they supposed to be strawberry?”

“I want a Bud Light.”

Then I see them hit Sloppy Joe’s — only to be disappointed with they discover the only merchandise available here is rum. No “cool” Hemingway-themed T-shirts with Havana printed proudly on the front.

Hopefully the bartenders will suggest, “Try the Santiago, 11 años … it’s the real Mejia.”

The aged rum is served best straight out of the bottle with no accouterments like Coke, lime or ice. This rum should be enjoyed properly – with the peacocks in the lobby of the Hotel Conde de Villanueva. There, in the open air courtyard you can slice a millimeter from the cigar handrolled just a floor above and enjoy the coolness of the fauna and tiled floors.

My advice is this: call Larry Benvenuti and get to Cuba now. I saw prices spike in the span of 10 months in 2015 and although the chicken McNuggets, Starbucks and Holiday Inns may not appear for a few years — the singularity that comes with a country sequestered for more than 60 years is coming to an end.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

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GLEE annual meeting coming up May 12 Florida Keys Green Living and Energy Education’s annual meeting will be held Thursday, May 12 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Shrimp Road Bar & Grill, 7009 Shrimp Rd., Stock Island. Meet others interested in Keys' environmental issues and hear local groups and individuals share their experiences on sustainability. There will be complimentary light fare and a cash bar. Admission is free, and GLEE membership is not required to attend. For more information, email keysglee@ gmail.com.

Book club discusses ‘Being Mortal’ The Marathon Library Book Discussion Club will meet on Friday, May 6 at 10 a.m. at the Marathon library conference room. May’s selection is “Being Mortal” a nonfiction book written by Ahugewereke. The June selection is “Circling the Sun” by Paula McClain.

The novel transports readers to colonial Kenya in the 1920s. These books are available at the library to checkout. For further information, contact, Ann Lynch at 305-7318683.

Steak Night Sunset Dinner at the Dolphin Bistro The Dolphin Bistro will be hosting a steak night on Friday, May 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Marathon High School prepared by the culinary students. The dinner includes lobster truffle bisque or kale Caesar salad. The main course options include sliced New York Strip steak, petite filet mignon, prime rib or balsamic roasted chicken breast. All entrees are served with sautéed green beans, cauliflower and Dauphinoise potatoes. For dessert there is bananas foster Napoleon or mocha gelato. The cost is $25 per person.

‘Liar, liar’ topic set for Story Slam Story Slam happens again on Sunday, May 15 starting at 7 p.m. at Marathon Community Theater. The topic is “Liar, Liar” and the winner will receive $100. Admission is $10 to judge the stories. Each story is five minutes, with a one-minute grace period. No props, costumes or cheat sheets. For more information, call 305-743-0994.

FIRM Golf Tournament at Key West Golf Club Fair Insurance Rates Monroe County is hosting a golf tournament on Sunday, June 19 with a tee time of 7:30 a.m. at Key West Golf Club. FIRM has saved more than $5 million for local property owner’s windstorm and flood insurance. Registration is $100 for a four-person team. To donate an item or money to the tournament, or sign up for the tournament, call 305-743-2485.

MOTHER’S DAY

Mama T.T. reigns on Picton Hill Marathon lady fostered dozens of children, touched the lives of countless others

By Sara Matthis

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ora Lee Picton, 90, is preparing a feast for Mother’s Day that will be celebrated in the family compound on 41st Street, surrounded by a daughter, Sandy Williams, on one side and a nephew, Melvin Matlock, on the other plus tons of other family members and friends.

“Chickens, ribs, I don’t know what all we’re going to have,” she said.

Known to all as Mama T.T., Cora has fostered dozens of children in Marathon, both officially and unofficially. She said she can’t remember how many, maybe 35, and “not all one brand” she said of the mixed races that include African Americans, whites, Dominicans and Cubans. She has one birth child and three adopted children — Sandy, Tonya, Tanya and Shirley — but these days she doesn’t make many distinctions.

“Lots of kids came in and out.

I remember that,” she said.

Her home, located in the shadow of the St. Paul AME Church, is known as Picton Hill. It’s a landmark for locals. Marathon Recreation Center’s Anthony Culver has a long-standing relationship with Cora.

“I remember calling her up and asking, ‘Mama T.T., are you going to make the potato pies on Sunday?” he said, laughing. “But anybody that was hungry could come to Picton Hill.”

Those who didn’t know Mama T.T. from the neighborhood, or the church, knew her from her 20-year tenure as a cook at Marathon High School.

Cora Lee Picton is known as Mama T.T. to the brood of children she fostered and raised.

At the time it was one of the only commercial kitchens. She cooked for the high school students, of course, but also the elementary students and the senior center where food was delivered by van. She set about establishing her authority on the very first day when she banished a big, shirtless boy.

“I told him, ‘Go get your shirt on before you come in here,” Cora said. “If you don’t get control when you first start, you don’t need to worry about getting it later — because you won’t.”

Of course, her big heart and sense of fair play won those same “big” kids over. She always managed to find a way to sneak them a larger portion than was strictly allowed.

During the busy foster years, she relied on the help of her husband James “Pop” Picton. He was charged with watching the pots and maintaining law and order. Cora laughs when she said he found more than one use for the Bible in keeping control.

“They kept us all on the straight and narrow,” Culver said with fondness.

One time, when a bunch of her preteens decided they needed a taste of freedom, they snuck out — Cora Lee Picton the window only to be picked up by officers on the Seven Mile Bridge. After receiving the Sheriff’s call, Cora instructed the officers to “keep them.” Another call came through shortly after.

“They told me, ‘Ms. Cora, you got to come down here and quiet ’em. They won’t try to run away again. After that, there was no more trouble,” she said, smiling.

Cora acknowledges it’s different raising kids these days. But her advice to new moms is the same as the heavenly counsel that helped her deal with her own brood.

“Stay on your knees. You have to,” she said.

“I love to dance.

I’d go 100 miles to a dance.”

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Travis W. Bennett, DMD

MOTHER’S DAY

Up and down the Keys, local kids are getting set to honor their mom — maybe breakfast in bed, maybe a homemade card or a handful of flowers — on Sunday, May 8. Here’s a selection of Middle Keys moms and their progeny.

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Megan Costello loves that she gets to re-experience childhood again with her six-year-old son Connor. “He teaches me to be simple and to stop and smell the flowers,” she said.

Three-year-old Tyler is looking forward to spending the day at the park with mom Brenda Hill.

“Maybe even a boat day at the sandbar if the weather is good,” said Brenda.

Kathryn Rummery - Represented the Buyers of 1595 Yellowtail Drive, Marathon

Charity Reginelli is due in August and can’t wait to share all of her childhood past times growing up in the Keys while raising her son. “We will be living the island life, boating and fishing, and most of all paddle boarding,” she said.

Elba, a server at Castaway Restaurant, and Melanie, a senior at Marathon High School, are huge fans of their mom Guiselle. “She is our biggest cheerleader and no matter how crazy or ridiculous we are, she’s always there for us,” said Elba Ornelas. “She’s a great mom because she doesn’t rest until we have everything. She is always there to push us when we need it.”

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MOTHER’S DAY After taking grandma/mom Ginger Sayer to brunch, moms Maggie Sayer and MP Coleman are looking to relaxing the rest of the day on Mother’s Day. MP says her favorite part of being mom to Fisher, 10, and Cullen, 6, is celebrating their successes, although, she joked, she could do without having to get clay out of the white baseball pants. Maggie says she loves the “firsts” — first book, first hit, first race.

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

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Natalie Ardis, 31 weeks pregnant, says it’s a surreal feeling knowing she will be a mom shortly and is looking forward to a couple kicks from Baby A on Sunday while at brunch with her mom Julie Johnson. “I just can’t wait to meet this little angel,” she said. “I know she is going to fill our hearts with so much love and joy.”

“I just love to see how excited he gets about learning new things,” said Julie, while watching seven-year-old Jonas at tennis practice at Marathon Community Park. Jonas told The Weekly he plans on surprising his mom with breakfast, maybe, and definitely a lot of kisses.

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Brenda Torrella & Teresa Yeider Represented the Sellers & Buyers of 1153 Camino Del Vientos, Marathon

MAY IS MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS MONTH! Proclamations Will Be Given To The ABATE Board By Our City Officials On The Following Dates: 5-5/Layton @ 7pm 5-10/Marathon 5:30pm 5-12/KCB @ 9:30am 5-12/Islamorada @ 5:30p 5-17/Key West 6pm 5-18/Monroe County 9am

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We want to give thanks to the two moms — Denise Tufts, pictured, and Dana Hartley — who volunteered their children for the Weekly’s cover photo. A total of five children were encouraged to misbehave, but couldn’t help this sweet moment captured on film. They are Emma Hartley, left, Denise, Addison Tufts, Bryce Hartley, Ava Hartley and Ana Hartley.

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Amber Whiteman loves hanging out at the park with Dominick, 3, and Maddox, three months.

“My husband will be working Sunday, so we will just make it another park day,” she said. She loves watching her kids grow into their own little people with big personalities.

RE/MAX All Keys Real Estate is pleased to announce Gabriel Alland has joined our winning team. We are excited to welcome him to our TEAM of Island Experts! Born in Manhattan, he later moved to Florida's southwest coast where he spent his childhood. His passion for the Key's life began as a young man during a summer on Big Pine Key, where his love of scuba diving & environmental awareness were awakened. He enjoys spearfishing, teaching scuba diving, kayaking, paddle-boarding, running and yoga. He attended the University of West Florida in Pensacola and the Commercial Diving Academy in Jacksonville.

He now lives in Marathon and works as a Realtor and part-time PADI Scuba Diving Instructor. His time spent abroad and locally provides insightful comprehensive knowledge to clients which coupled with honest, focused and consistent attention to detail further assures a positive real estate venture for his clients.

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At press time, Melissa Bennett was heading to Miami in hopes that her doctor was going to induce labor. “It has been a long forty weeks,” she said. She and Capt.

Bucko Platt had a due date of May 6. Grandparents Vicki, Jaime, Kenji and Susan are equally anxious to meet the young fellow.

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On April 29, Grimal Grove opened its green gates for a small after hours groveto-table event on Big Pine Key. The tropical setting was the perfect background for the eightcourse menu prepared by Island Irie Eats which included key lime conch salad, grilled jumbo shrimp, local fish like yellowtail and wahoo, smoked beef brisket and Caribbean jerk chicken.

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2. Chocolatier Eric Gilbert shows Frank and Judy Greenman of Marathon how the chocolate process works. The key lime and blueberry handmade chocolates wowed taste buds.

DJ Jared Jams on the Oceanfront Pool Deck from 1-5 pm and The Bahama Boyz from 5-9 pm

3. Grimal Grove’s Patrick Garvey and wife Angelica are proud of where the grove is now. “Four years ago, it was a dumpsite filled with Brazilian peppers and poisonwood,” said Angelica toasting with a glass of wine. “Patrick saw a paradise. The amount of love and support we get is overwhelming.”

Mothers receive Happy Hour prices from 1-5 pm Live Remote on US-1 Radio 104.1 with Leigha Fox Contests, Giveaways, and Prizes!

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1. The spread, prepared by Island Irie Eat’s Chris Lordi and his team, uses locally sourced food, most harvested that day from the grove.

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5. Bree Mortimer and Matthew Sexton come out to support friend Chef Chris Lordi.

6. Big Pine Key’s Carrie Bush, left, and new-to-town Kacie Moran, try out some of the delicious eats.

BRIEFLY 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.

Free adult dance classes offered to MCT members Marathon Community Theater is offering free dance classes to MCT members. The schedule is as follows: beginner tap on Monday at 6:30 p.m.; intermediate tap on Monday at 5:30 p.m. (all tappers welcome who have previously danced either in their younger years or from the beginner class); Irish step dance on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.; Coralette on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.; Belly dance Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.; and Bollywood dance Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.

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500 70th Street, Gulf Talk about expanded living space - with sliders open, this living room with high vaulted ceilings expands an additional 380 SF onto the porch.

Nestled up in the treeline with a great view of Dodge Lake. No neighbors across the canal adds to privacy. Tons of parking and boat trailer storage, room for pool. Deep draft dockage and vacation rental ready, centrally located in Marathon where weekly rentals are allowed. $749,000

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Lot – Witters Lane, Big Pine Key 3 lots in from the open water. Immediate access to back country and Atlantic via Bogie channel.

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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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Lot 93, Stirrup Key 2010 building plans on file- they will have to be updated but will give you something to work with so you can get started with permitting. If you’re building a primary residence, more than likely permit in about 6 months. This 13k square foot lot comes with a deeded dock right across the street. Swim platform can be permitted on the backside of property and this is located in a gated sub-division. Survey available and seller is ready to sell. $349,000

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217 La Fitte Road, Little Torch Key Kim just sold this beautiful ocean front home with sweeping water views, wrap around porch, and dock with boat lift for $770,000.

590 11th Street, Key Colony Beach This adorable canal front 1/2 duplex in KCB went under contract in less than 2 weeks. The home has an enclosed front porch, adorable back yard and spacious floor plan.

5204 Dogwood Dell, Marathon Gorgeous Crane Hammock with its lush tropical setting is the perfect back drop for this lovely pool home that Kim had under contract in no time!

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ast weekend’s Marathon Offshore Bull & Cow Dolphin Tournament attracted 784 participants aboard 98 boats. Team Reel Screamer secured the overall win and a $20,000 first-place cash prize.

Cash prizes of $1,000 each were awarded to team Reel Screamer, Team Boatox and Main Attraction for capturing the tournament's largest wahoo (18.9 pounds), blackfin tuna (19.0 pounds) and tripletail (6.6 pounds), respectively.

The event was headquartered at Hawks Cay Resort on Duck Key. Bull & Cow Combined Weight • First place: Reel Screamer, 76.4 pounds. Team Members: Ryan Acres, Micaela Acres, Aston Acres, Chris Schucart and Matt Coffen from Naples fishing aboard a 34-foot Yellowfin powered by Mercury.

• Second place: Jeni-Lyn, 70.4 pounds. Team Members: Mike Taute, Ben Zedan, Matt Spector, Andrew Shabshelowitz and Adam Shabshelowitz from Marathon and Fall River, Massachusetts aboard a 39-foot SeaVee powered by Mercury.

• Third place: Team Gadget, 67.1 pounds. Team Members: Marty Zucker, Bill Alch, Harrison Zucker, Bruce Henry, Ron Klein and Nancy Kekst from Mara-

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Largest Wahoo • First place: Reel Screamer, 18.9 pounds • Second place: Relentless, 17.3 pounds • Third place: Alliecat, 15 pounds Largest Blackfin Tuna • First place: Team Boatox, 19 pounds • Second place: Caribsea, 18.9 pounds • Third place: The Indigenous, 16.9 pounds

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Largest Tripletail • First place: Main Attraction, 6.6 pounds • Second place: Relentless, 6.4 pounds • Third place: Reel Conch, 5.6 pounds

Tues: $6 Tito’s Tinis Wed: is Ladies Night Wine-O Wednesday $6/glass Fondue Mania $12 per person Thur: $6 Tequila Madness Fri: EVERCHANGING Beer Special Sat: $6 glass/$28 pitcher red or white Sangria

Top Female Angler: • First place: Tayna Dino, 23.5 pounds • Second place: Shannon Mahan, 23.1 pounds • Third place: Lindey Steele, 21.6 pounds

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This weekend Mark your calendars for this weekend’s tenth annual Mother’s Day Dolphin Tournament to benefit Habitat for Humanity of the Middle Keys. It’s presented by Marathon Boat Yard Marine Center with Yamaha. With the help of Iberiabank and Royal Furniture, the group aims to create five affordable homes for local families this year. Even for those who aren’t fishing the tournament, make plans for Saturday, May 7 to attend the weigh-in at Curly’s Dock from 3:30 to 6 p.m. and the awards banquet at Key Colony Inn starting at 7 p.m.

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Largest Dolphin on Fly • First place: Half Full, 14 pounds • Second place: Contagious, 13.4 pounds • Third place: M-1, 7.1 pounds

Top Junior Angler: • First place: Dominic Stigletz, 23.3 pounds • Second place: Haily Summers, 21.6 pounds • Third place: Spencer Dino, 21.2 pounds

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Lunch 11:00-2:30 • Dinner 5:00-10:00 Closed on Sundays and Mondays until January Ranked #1 Restaurant in the Florida Keys on MM 22.5 Oceanside, Cudjoe Key • 305-745-8880 Page 23 • Marathon Weekly • May 6, 2016

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Tuesday – Lady A & Blue Fuze Wednesday – Adrienne Thursday – Tim Dee • Friday – Aaron Austin Saturday – Billy Washburn

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•3/2, 1456 sq. ft. stilted, single family home •11 individual slips that can accommodate up to 50ft boats.

•Income generating: all 11 slips currently rented •Direct deep water access to Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico.

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SUMMER ESSENTIALS FOR KEYS LIVING

Styles to be showcased at fashion show

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n Thursday, May 12, Islamorada will be turning up the heat with their Sizzling Summer Fashion Show at The Village Square at the Trading Post. The fashion show will feature summer fashions from Miss Monroe Boutique, D-Luxe Boutique, Island Trendz Boutique, Otherside Boardsports, and Mayu Boutique. Below are a few of my favorite summer must-have’s that will be highlighted at the fashion show.

FOR WOMEN • Scarf Dress. Lightweight, easy-to-wear dresses are a summer staple for every fashionista. The key is to find designs that are effortlessly chic.

The colorful hand LEAH MAKI block printed fabrics on the scarf dresses A fashion-obsessed

by Roberta Frymann style Keys blogger, will keep you cool all formerly from Minsummer long. Slip it nesota. Her current infatuations include on over a swimsuit during the day or statement pieces, dramatic heels, red wear it through the lipstick and vintage night in style. Startcostume jewelry. ing at $155 at Mayu Visit LeahsFabulousBoutique within the Finds.com for more Moorings Village and of her musings.

Spa at 123 Beach Road in Islamorada.

• Custom Swimsuits. Danielle Pierog, the owner of D-Luxe Boutique, just launched her own swimwear line with hand picked fabrics and custom designs. D-Luxe Swim

by Danielle includes a variety of styles and coverage options in tropical prints, brights and neons, classic black and exotic snakeskin. The best part about her suits are the attention that went into the detailing with braiding, strappy sides and gorgeous backs. D-Luxe Swim by Danielle suits range from $40 to $50 per piece and can be found at D-Luxe Boutique at 80925 Overseas Highway in Islamorada.

• Bright Jewelry. Let your accessories make the statement this summer with bright hued tassel necklaces. You can find these necklaces at Miss Monroe Boutique located at 81868 Overseas Highway in Islamorada.

Bright jewelry is especially appropriate for summer, and tassle pendants are big.

FOR MEN • Hybrid Shorts. Functional and stylish, hybrid shorts are made to be versatile. Fast drying, lightweight fabric, belt loops and mesh pockets make for easy wear shorts from beach to bar or surf to turf. Casual yet stylish, you can’t go wrong with a pair of hybrid shorts. Hybrid shorts are available from a variety of brands and start at $44 at Otherside Boardsports at 82758 Overseas Highway in Islamorada.

• Distinctive Men’s Shirts. Every man needs a nice dress shirt to wear to dinner or a night on the town. Envy men’s shirts up the ante with a distinctive collection of vibrant men’s shirts cut from the finest European limited edition fabrics.

Their original prints, contrasting accents on the cuffs and collar, top stitching, double button detailing provide a shirt unlike any you’ve likely seen. Trade in your classic white button up for an Envy shirt that is sure to impress. Envy shirts range from $115 to $130 and are available at Island Trendz Boutique within the Amara Cay Resort at 80001 Overseas Highway in Islamorada.

Even in the Keys, guys need that one good, stylish shirt that pops.

The third annual Sizzling Summer Fashion Show is set for Thursday, May 12 at The Village Square at the Trading Post in Islamorada. The gates and pop-up shops will open at 5:30 p.m. with the fashion show starting at 7 p.m. and will include complimentary drinks, taco bar from Bad Boy Burrito, and summer tunes by DJ Marissa Sardar.

Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door.

Purchase your tickets at participating stores or call 305.440.3951 for more information.

COMMUNITY NEWS

Busy Shriners

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In April, the Kirk of the Keys cut a $500 mission check for the Marathon Shrine Club. Pictured are Rev. Dustin Sedlak, left, Bill Schneider, Chris Clauss and Bob Crouse. The funds will help pay for medical care for local children. In addition, the Shriners also hosted a Golden Shriner event at Sunset Grille recently, raising $820 that will also be used to help children with orthopedic problems, burns and who need cleft-lip and palate reconstruction. ­— Contributed

BRIEFLY Bottle Cap hosts Healthy Start An Over the Moon benefit for the Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition will be on Friday, May 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Bottle Cap Lounge’s Blue Room. The evening will feature a pop-up boutique for shopping, celebrity bartenders, Wheel of Fortune prizes, face painting, games for

kids, a 50/50 drawing, silent auction, appetizers, and a chance to purchase tickets for a drawing to win a bike donated by We Cycle.

Only 250 tickets will be sold.

First Friday Trunk Show at Upper Duval Art Walk Green Pineapple Boutique is hosting Karen Moore’s Zen jewelry line for the Friday Night

Trunk Show series on May 6 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Green Pineapple Wellness Center on Duval Street. Come in browse, shop and learn all about the gemstones and natural elements used in her jewelry creations.

This is a great time to work with Karen one-on-one to customize something just for you or that special someone. Date & Thyme Cafe will have live music, organic wine and beer and treats.

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With more than 25 years of experience tinting windows in Florida, owner Todd Gibbins is committed to his customers’ needs by delivering top-notch service his customers want and expect.

“We want to earn your business,” said Todd. “Our aim is to build a relationship that inspires confidence and satisfaction.”

Gibbins knows the products, technologies, and benefits of the films and proudly uses only the best-quality film products, which are backed with firm warranties.

“That’s what we do,” he said. “And, we are really good at it!”

Todd said his key to success is spending time educating clients on the products, without ever pressuring them to buy.

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The community is invited to enjoy Florida-friendly landscaping classes and learn about environmentally friendly landscaping practices every Thursday through June 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Gato Building, 1100 Simonton St., Key West. For more information, contact Key West Sustainability Coordinator Alison Higgins at 305-809-3726.

Topics are: • May 12: Water quality, conservation and efficiency • May 19: Fertilize appropriately, and how to compost • May 26: Right plant, right place • June 2: Mulch and invasive plants/ pests • June 9: Attracting wildlife • June 16: Managing yard pests responsibly • June 23: Field trips: pulling it all together

MMS STUDENT OF THE WEEK Faculty and students at Marathon High School/Marathon Middle School chose a Weekly Student by selecting candidates with good character, achievements and involvement. These students stand out amongst their peers and are recognized by the Marathon Weekly.

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

I am involved in junior varsity soccer and its important to me because it’s been my favorite sport for as long as I can remember.

Who has been your biggest inspiration at MMS and why?

My biggest inspiration has been Ms. Coleman because I probably wouldn’t know anything about math if I didn’t have her as a teacher.

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

I think civics class has best prepared me for life after high school because I have learned so much about politics and presidential leaders.

How is today’s world different than the one your parents or guardians grew up in?

Technology has become much more advanced than it was when my parents grew up.

What advice would you give to a sixth grader entering middle school?

I would tell them not to freak out. As long as you keep up on classwork and behave well, you’ll be fine.

What movie character do you most identify with or would most like to be?

I would say I’m most like Thomas from “Maze Runner” because he went from being an outcast to being a great friend and leader.

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

I think affordable housing is a big challenge here, and we could meet this by creating new homes for people who can’t afford some of the places down here.

If you could advise the President of the United States on one thing, what would it be?

I would advise the president to help more countries in need after a natural disaster or horrible incident.

What are your plans after high school?

I want to go to college and play soccer, but also do well in my classes.

Finish this sentence: Living in the Keys has taught me… … to be the best person I can be, and to wear sunblock!

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SUNSET GRILLE & RAW BAR Storm Watch — Friday, May 6 The Reach - Saturday, May 7 DJ Jared Pool Party — Sunday, May 8 Bahama Boyz – Sunday, May 8 Brian Roberts – Monday, May 9 Paul Ferretti – Tuesday, May 10 Tim Dee & Jim Hall – Wednesday, May 11 Wyatt Hurtz – Thursday, May 12

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LULU’S Aaron Austin – Friday, May 6 Billy Washburn – Saturday, May 7 Lady A & Blue Fuze – Tuesday, May 10 Adrienne Z. - Wednesday, May 11 Tim Dee – Thursday, May 12 CASTAWAY WATERFRONT Cory & Ty – Friday, May 6 Aaron Austin – Saturday, May 7 Randy & Glenn – Sunday, May 8 Fiddle Rock – Thursday, May 12 MARATHON ALE HOUSE DJ Dekade – Saturday, May 7 Ale House Jam – Sunday, May 8 Johnny Live – Monday, May 9 PORKY’S BAYSIDE Tim Dee —Friday through Sunday Mike Hammond – Wednesday, May 11

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SPARKY’S LANDING Karen Weber & Funkin’ Conchs — Friday, May 6 Roger Jokela — Tuesday, May 10 Ken Fairbrother — Wednesday, May 11 John Bartus – Thursday, May 12

BARNACLE BARNEY’S Dan Sullivan – Friday, May 6 Joe Mama – Saturday, May 7 Mike Hammond – Sunday, May 8 Chris Case – Monday, May 9 Michael J. – Thursday, May 12

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“It’s been heaven ever since,” he said while tending bar at Porky’s Bayside Restaurant and Marina. “I get to meet all kinds of interesting people from all different walks of life.”

His drink of choice to serve at Porky’s is the Twisted Tea because he can pour it over rocks and it’s good to go. Another favorite is the Porky’s Punch. He says both go well with the ribs, which is his favorite thing on the menu, and followed closely by the North Carolina pulled pork and unbeatable burgers and onion rings.

When he isn’t working, he is making the rounds listening to music – his top three are Tim Dee, Tony Napoli, and Mark Davis. He was also excited about being featured in the paper.

“This will be the first time I’m in the paper for something good,” he said jokingly.

Porky’s is located on the west end of town, bayside, at 1410 Overseas Highway.

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MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON May 17th, 12-1pm When: Tues, May 17th from 12 - 1pm Where: FL Keys Steak & Lobster House

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Speakers: Florida Senator Anitere Flores & State Rep Holly Raschein Topic: Legislative wrap-up & other important issues RSVP to Jeanine@floridakeysmarathon.com / (305) 743-5417

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If you are a member of the Marathon Chamber and located in the Middle Keys; you can get up to $2,000.00 to beautify your commercial business/building via our annual Business Beautification Grant Program; where your Marathon Chamber annually awards ten (10), $2,000.00 beautification grants. For more info and to apply please contact us today, applications are due May 27th.

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Key Limes Pies made Daily!

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Assorted Cupcakes baked daily

World Famous Cupcakes

Brand new merchandise for boys and girls!

Croissants

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24 small batch ice creams!

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Cookies, Chocolate Covered Pretzels, Fudge, Gourmet Cheesecakes, Custom Cakes and So Much More!

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Florida Keys National Wildlife Refuges is hosting a photography club meeting on Wednesday, May 11 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center in the Winn-Dixie plaza on Big Pine Key. Everyone, from beginners to experienced photographers, are invited to explore the natural areas of the Florida Keys looking for great photography opportunities and stories to share. This month’s guest speaker is Dan Clark, the new refuge manager, who will share incredible stories and photographs of his experiences.

For more information, contact Kristie at 305-304-9625.

CoffeeMill Dance Studio features Peter Pan CoffeeMill Dance Studio Celebrates 33 years of dance in Key West and presents DanceWorks 14 featuring “Peter Pan’s Neverland” on Saturday, May 14 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 15 at 2 p.m. at the Tennessee Williams Theatre. This year they are also offering a special one hour matinee performance for young children Saturday, May 14 at 2 p.m.

The annual dance concert brings together the best work produced by students, faculty, and professional dancers as they collaborate on a celebration of dance. Tickets are for sale now by calling 305-2957676 or at keystix.com for $10 to $30. For more information, visit coffeemilldance.com or call 305-296-9982.

Unique volunteer opportunity for the WhiteCrowned Pigeon Help monitor nesting activity of white-crowned pigeons at the Florida Keys National Wildlife Refuge Complex this summer within Great White Heron and Key West National Wildlife Refuge. Volunteers will coordinate with the refuge biologist to count birds flying off of their nesting islands by motor boat or kayak during morning hours from 7 to 11 a.m. Contact Kate Watts at katherine_watts@fws. gov, for more information and indicate preference for field days.

KEYS DISEASE

Digital Guitars and the guitarists who play them Using one’s digits to turn thought into music on a totally awesome instrument

K

eyboardists have all the fun.

Up until rather recently, when it comes to digital music technology, keyboardists have been the main beneficiaries in terms of their actual instruments. Just slap a keyboard (even an 88note weighted, like a piano) together with a motherboard and some chips, and the keyboardist has the virtual orchestra at his fingertips. This is all courtesy of digital recording (sampling), synthesis algorithms, and cheap RAM/ROM memory.

Keyboards can be violins.

Keyboards can be horns.

Keyboards can be basses.

Keyboards can be drums.

Keyboards can be, well, other keyboards (like organs, pianos, harpsichords, electric pianos, etc.). Keyboards can even be voices and guitars. One sure way to piss off the guitarist in the band is for the keyboard player to start playing a guitar part on the keyboard at some point during the song.

Flautists, string players, drummers, and brass/reed instrumentalists also aren’t all that happy with keyboardists. Common criticisms from masters of their own particular instruments usually revolve around the fact that the keyboard-based emulation doesn’t have the expressiveness, the timbre, or the true sound of the actual instrument. And the critics are absolutely correct.

It’s just that most of the music-listening public doesn’t care at all whether the violin sound came from a finger pressing down a string or a finger pressing down a key.

For point of clarification, I’m primarily a guitarist. Give me six or twelve strings stretched at high tension over a resonating chamber made from spruce and rosewood. Or give me six strings stretched over a beautiful hunk of solid ash with three magnetic pickups connected to an amplifier powered by tubes (yes, tubes, like those in TV sets from the ’50s and ‘60s). Next to drummers (who beat things to make music), guitarists are usually the Luddites of the band.

Latest and greatest?

Not bloody likely!

Vintage is a real buzzword for guitarists who usually believe the JOHN older it is, BARTUS the better is a City Council it has to member and a sound. former Mayor of the Also for City of Marathon. point of John is also a musician who performs clarificaaround town at tion, I’m a various establishkeyboardist. ments.

I love pressing down a key and hearing horns and strings and flutes and pianos and drums. Just not guitars so much.

Anyway, technology is finally offering guitarists some of the tonal options that keyboardists

have had. And I’m not referring to MIDI guitars (those guitars that can transform their string vibrations into MIDI signals that can be used to trigger keyboards and sound modules).

Through modeling technology, the sounds of different amplifiers, effects, and actual guitars can be convincingly recreated for stage and studio.

(And I bet you thought modeling technology is what Vanna White used to turn all those letters around!)

For several years, I have been using a guitar called the Variax, made by the Line 6 Corporation. The Variax is an actual guitar, with strings and wood—in other words, a perfectly suitable user interface.

The technology part comes into play as the string vibrations are turned into digital signals, and then processed through internal modeling algorithms to recreate the sounds of vari-

ous guitars — more than 25 of them, to be exact. Inside the Variax are a plethora of electric solidbody, semi-solid, hollowbody jazz, and resophonic guitars, as well as acoustic six- and twelve-string guitars, a banjo, and an electric sitar! Fender, Gibson, Guild, Martin, Gretsch,

Rickenbacker, Dobro, National, Epiphone—they’re all in there!

Some of the models are more realistic than others, although there aren’t any unusable ones.

I’ve been a Fender Stratocaster player for decades, and the Strat model on the Variax nails the tone. To the bloody wall.

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

Kim Rabito-Show & Lindsay Rabito-Leonard Represented the Sellers & Buyers of 217 La Fitte Road, Little Torch Key

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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

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

Put your classified ad here for only $55/week in 30,000 copies from Key Largo to Key West. Call (305) 743-0844 Today!

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:

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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

Apply in Person.

Grassy Key Outpost 58152 Overseas Hwy.

Rewarding stable jobs with excellent benefits!!!

NEED EMPLOYEES? HAVE SOMETHING TO SELL?

Phone 305-743-2485

Full & Part Time Positions.

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

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 www.gcmk.org for details; EEOC/DFWP, Bilingual helpful; Drug & background screening required.

NEED EMPLOYEES? List the positions you have available here for only $80/week in 30,000 copies from Key Largo to Key West.

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LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

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

SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 16-CP59-K Lower Keys

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 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

The date of first publication of this notice is: April 29, 2016.

Personal Representative: Jodi Thompson 724 Timberoaks Dr Azle, TX 76020-4831 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) 451-9229 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 Juliet Johnson, Respondent.

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,

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.

IN RE: ESTATE OF WALTER R. SMITH Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Walter R. Smith, deceased, whose date of death was November 19, 2015, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

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.

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.

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 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.

Dated: April 22, 2016 Amy Heavilin, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Heidemarie A. Wells Deputy Clerk

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.

LEGAL NOTICES York 11940

EMPLOYMENT

Attorney for Personal Representative:

para Hotel en Islamorada.

Llamar 305962-5243.

RICHARD E. WARNER Attorney Florida Bar Number: 283134 RICHARD E. WARNER 12221 Overseas Highway Marathon, FLORIDA 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-6022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-mail: richard@ rewarnerlaw.com

Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop NOW HIRING: AM Baker and Counter Help.

Competitive PayFun Atmosphere.

Please Apply In Person.11287 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Publish: May 6 and 13, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers AUTOS WANTED

ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

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

AMAZING INCOME FROM HOME! First call 800-582-6661 (24 hour mess) then go to: www. dailyfastcash. com 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

Publish: April 29, May 6, May 13, and May 20, 2016

The date of first publication of this notice is: May 6, 2016.

EMPLOYMENT HIRING: Servers * Market * Cook Dishwasher and Food Runner.

Please apply within at Brutus Seafood. NO Phone Calls.

6950 O/S Hwy., Marathon

The Weekly Newspapers

Personal Representative: Susan E. Disario 40 Bay Avenue East Moriches, New

Housekeeper – Empleada de Limpieza

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/

FOR RENT

month includes water. First/Last/ Security. (786) 863-0185 FOR SALE

2015 FIAT 500 Less than 500 miles. Brand new, Sunroof and many extras...$19,500 OBO. 305-8493442.

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.

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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

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SELL YOUR CAR - OR BOAT - OR SOFA!

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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 Page 36 • Marathon Weekly • May 6, 2016

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

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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

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Ceramic Tile We Do Porcelain Installations!

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GOLD

Joe’s Marathon Pawn 6679 O/S Hwy. – Marathon, FL 305-743-3082

For our schedule: (305) 748-0799 ~ keylargo.fl@taoist.org www.taoist.org/usa

Come join the FUN & paint with a former Rockette & Broadway Entertainer

305.407.0225 Please call for our party schedule or to book your own Private Party!

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Marathon: 305-743-7636 Ramrod Key: 305-735-4962 www.ACREsales.com

PRICE REDUCED DUCK KEYS’ SECRET GARDEN

This is one of the original homes on Duck Key and has not been on the market since 1992. This is an excellently maintained ''Old'' Florida style with lushly landscaped, expansive gardens. This home offers truly gracious living and affords a privacy that is unparalleled on Duck Key. From the exotic plants, fruit bearing trees, resort sized pool and meandering paths to private alcoves this is a unique sanctuary. The dockage offers crystal flowing waters and dual boating access to both the Bay and Atlantic. Don't rely on the photos, call today to see this gem first hand and start an island life you’ve dreamed of.

1104 S. INDIES DR, DUCK KEY 3/2.1 • 2,538 SF • $1,398,000 • MLS# 569558

LYNN B. LUCAS, P.A. • 305-393-0559

LARGE FLAMINGO ISLAND HOME

JODY OWEN • 305-923-1902

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED

NEW LISTING QUALITY HOME IN SOMBRERO

Upper level accessible by marble wrought iron staircase.

Cherrywood cabinetry w/ granite center island in kitchen.

Features large screened porch w/Jacuzzi, media room, 2 car garage, Travertine marble throughout exc. bedrooms, beautiful fencing & deep water dockage.

117 MOCKINGBIRD LANE, MARATHON 4/3 • 3,283 SF • $1,395,000 • MLS# 570690

LINDSAY RABITO-LEONARD • 305-481-4571

NEW LISTING THIS HOME HAS IT ALL & A MUST SEE

Built like a fortress, canal front w/64’ of dockage. Features an elevator, 20KW generator, brick paver driveway, 2 car garage, carport, A/C workshop, concrete pool, lush mature tropical landscaping & close to Sombrero Beach.

Exceptionally well constructed home w/ large office, beautiful vaulted ceilings, living room & dining room ceilings are 18' high. En-suite bedrooms. Storage room & large screened porch overlooking canal. Features elevator & 2 car garage. Dock has 20k lift.

Canal front home with instant access to the Atlantic Ocean or Gulf of Mexico. Complete with a beautiful pool & Jacuzzi, as well as a large deck for outside entertaining.

Legal downstairs living space, new wood cabinets & granite counters in the kitchen plus updated baths.

LINDSAY RABITO-LEONARD • 305-481-4571

KATHRYN RUMMERY • 305-731-9579

TERESA YEIDER • 305-879-5474 BRENDA TORRELLA • 305-481-0555

NEW LISTING

PRICE REDUCED

1497 COPA D’ORO, MARATHON 2/2 • 1,927 SF • $795,000 • MLS# 570449

YOU CAN HAVE IT ALL

This spacious condo on the beach has endless Ocean views.

Complete with formal dining area & separate eat-in kitchen that overlooks the pool. Formal living area & family room on the 2nd level has a screened lanai. Deeded boat slip in protected deep water basin marina.

117 COCO PLUM DR. #4, COCO PLUM 4/3 • 2,890 SF • $1,125,000 • MLS# 567565

LYNN B. LUCAS, P.A. • 305-393-0559

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272 W. SEAVIEW DR, DUCK KEY 3/3 • 2,028 SF • $1,295,000 • MLS# 567817

17 MILES TO KEY WEST!

202 S. ANGLERS DR, MARATHON 3/2 • 1,784 SF • $1,335,000

NO HONEY-DO LIST NEEDED HERE

This two story CBS home has a bed, bath & living area on the 1st floor that is legal and private. 12,500 sq. ft. lot has open views & spectacular sunsets. Metal roof, 100’ concrete dock with davits.

Absolutely nothing to do to this home but move in and enjoy! Completely renovated w/updated kitchen w/ marble countertops, stainless appliances, gas range, updated bath w/ large shower, bamboo floors, and more!

SANDRA TUTTLE, P.A. • 305-923-9161 LYNN B. LUCAS, P.A. • 305-393-0559

JODY OWEN • 305-923-1902 LYNN B. LUCAS, P.A. • 305-393-0559

17048 BONEFISH LANE, SUGARLOAF KEY 3/3 • 2,720 SF • $875,000 • MLS# 570729

57465 GIBSON STREET, GRASSY KEY 2/1 • 864 SF • $349,000 • MLS# 570204