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Forecast: sunshine mixed with a little hurricane.

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HAYS BLINCKMANN Hurricanes —can’t live with them, can’t live without them, but alas, we have all lived through one or two of them. From the five-day “cone” up to the news trucks rolling in, locals either head for Disney or hunker down with an extra supply of beer, snacks and some friends. We asked locals…

What lessons have hurricanes taught you?

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Joanne Martin, sums it up perfectly: “They blow.”

Michael Lepine, contractor, learned his lesson sometime in the 1980s. “I woke up with a note from the Sheriff’s department to evacuate, kind of slept through that. So I learned it can be a pretty lonely place when everyone is gone.”

Mook J says, “You gotta have food, beer and Jenga.

And then invite all your friends over.”

Stephanie Pino, bartender, has learned important lessons regarding hygiene/ comfort. “Never take a cold shower, always find hot water. And hide your car — that palm tree can come down anytime.”

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By Sara Matthis

urricane season begins next week and no one is more ready than Monroe County’s new emergency management director.

“We are incredibly fortunate to be able to hire a person with so much professionalism and with so much experience and expertise in emergency management,” County Administrator Roman Gastesi said.

Martin Senterfitt, 49, comes to the Keys from the City of Jacksonville.

He started as a firefighter and worked his way up the ranks, serving as the Director of Duval County Emergency Preparedness and Director/ Fire Chief of Jacksonville Fire and Rescue. As Fire and Rescue Chief, he managed a $210 million budget and managed 1,300 employees. As director of Emergency Preparedness, he was responsible for overseeing preparedness, response, recovery, mitigation and Homeland Security.

He also led the city’s Emergency Operations Center in all disaster activations.

Since his arrival earlier in the month, he has been meeting with officials ranging from Sheriff Rick Ramsay to city managers to learn about what resources they have and what they need. Senterfitt said he’s impressed with the Keys’ preparedness.

“The bad news is that the Keys are the most at risk from hurricanes.

The good news is because the risk is so real, the community is very aware,” he said.

With no storms at sea, this is a good time to ask the guy with the most serious job some very lighthearted questions: Do we call you Martin, Marty or do you have a nickname? Marty works great. My Mom calls me Martin when I'm in trouble.

Besides geography, what is the Keys’ weakest link when it comes to hurricanes? The ability to get mutual aid from the mainland. Other counties can expect aid quickly from their surrounding neighbors. Our aid will take much longer.

What is the Keys’ greatest strength when it comes to hurricanes? The "can do" attitude of the locals. I have been pleasantly surprised by how knowledgeable most locals are and the level of personal accountability they accept in time of crisis.

What was the scariest natural disaster/emergency that you have ever witnessed? Hurricane Katrina — a truly devastating storm.

What did you learn from Hurricane Katrina? Major hurricanes are exponentially far more dangerous than Category 1 storms. Some people believe that since they have weathered a Category 1 hurricane they are prepared for anything.

The level of destruction found with major storms is so much greater, many people are taken off guard, and suffer unnecessarily.

What’s the plan if a hurricane knocks out a bridge between here and the mainland? The Department of transportation has a well thought-out technical plan to address just such an issue. My job would be to coordinate all other agencies and their response to the effects of loosing a bridge.

What’s your favorite weather app? What’s your favorite weather web site? I go straight to the National Hurricane Center.

These folks are truly experts!

Who puts the shutters up at your house? Ouch! My wife.

What’s the last book your read?

“Yesterday's Florida Keys.”

What’s the most dangerous — wind, flood or navigating an insurance claim? The most dangerous is flooding; the most complex … definitely insurance.

If you could fight one person, alive or dead, who would it be? Hmmm, not sure of the exact person but they would definitely be in the dead category. I figure dead people don't hit quite as hard.

Which sports team do you root for?

Jacksonville Jaguars! Go Jags!

Would you say you’re a strong swimmer? Of course I would say it! I'm a man! But no, not really.

You can invite any five people to your hurricane party, who’s on the guest list? Hah! Trick question! Emergency Management Directors don't have hurricane parties! We have press releases to talk bad about people attending hurricane parties.

What’s your worst kept secret? I'm going bald.

What is your nerdiest passion? All of the great Avengers movies coming out!

The Black Widow is HOT! Other than hurricanes, what other emergency situation should the Keys prepare for? Infrastructure failure or impact: one bad accident on a bridge can separate you from your children or family. Have a plan!

Ketchup or mustard? Ketchup.

Finish these sentences …

The Keys are … paradise!

Jacksonville is … headed to the Super Bowl! One day!

Everybody needs … five days of food and water in their hurricane kit. Really.

Not 24 hours; five days!

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can remember. But not just the American public, but all countries in the Atlantic or Pacific basins.

In order to find a common ground and familiar very year the “list” comes out and we monikers when referencing a storm, the World scratch our heads, kind of perplexed Meteorological Organization based in Geneva at the seeming arbitrary and random accepts names from a variety of nations and choice of names. Gaston next to compiles a master list. (In other words, the NaHermine? Ophelia next to Philippe? tional Hurricane Center doesn’t choose.) Thus the Humberto? Ida? How did they come names represent different cultures and languages up with those names? from French to Spanish to North American. They In years passed, there were a variety of ways are meant to be short and create a common hurricanes were named. If a storm struck on a handle for all countries affected “Day of a Saint,” then Santa by storm or hurricane.

Ana it was. Simultaneously, But haven’t we heard this NOAA was using longitude list before?

Yes. Every six years, and latitude but that was a Storms are named the same list is recycled and the little confusing to communiwhen they reach 34 names of “offending” storms cate between countries, and knots or 39 mph are removed and replaced. And created a margin of error. or higher when the list runs out, there is In the 1950s, it was vastly always the Greek alphabet, as simplified — hurricanes we learned during the “super were given proper names season” of 2005 that had more from an alphabetical list.

Until 1979, the lists only included women’s names storms than there are letters in the alphabet.

According to the Farmer’s Almanac 2016, until someone woke up and realized men could around 39 percent of hurricanes that hit the be stormy too. Now there is a master list of 26 United States strike the state of Florida. So, if you alternating male and female names representing want to avoid naming your kid Hugo or some what sounds like a United Nations cocktail party. other “offending” name — or simply want to crush While a Debby or a Nestor might sound more like your friendly bank teller than a menacing Cat- the hurricane category in “Jeopardy,” now you know how a hurricane is named. egory 4 hurricane, it’s at least a name the public

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Pepe’s Café is known as a post-storm haven for locals.

By Hays Blinckmann

epe’s Cafe motto is “We are open 7 days a week, 365 days a year” and they really mean it. Be it flooding, power outage or hurricane, Pepe’s Cafe is always open and will cook up whatever they have for whoever can get there.

Hopefully for the next severe storm, it will take less wading to get to the front door now that Caroline Street has been renovated. Regardless, just follow the gentle purr of the generator like a homing beacon.

In past years, the front door would be propped open and locals would be eating a hot meal, with a fresh cup of coffee and getting the latest storm information traveling from table to table in the original form of social media, talking.

But don’t count on menus or dare say “gluten free.” During post-hurricane service, you git what you git and you don’t get upset. Depending on the time of day that could mean what’s left in the fridge or what another restaurant might have donated — those are the “specials” of the day. Always count on hot coffee or even a needed Bloody Mary. But the limited menu is an easy trade for the company, the gossip, and a reprieve from the inside of your plywood-wrapped house.

Shelley McInnis, general manager, has weathered storms at Pepe’s for 30 years and can’t name a more worthy investment than their 20-year-old generator. “It’s paid for itself,” she laughed, recalling all the short power outages in Key West that didn’t affect their business. They take pride in the camaraderie after a storm but more importantly, their employees get to keep working.

“We feel a sense of loyalty to our employees. If the restaurant closes, they can’t pay rent and that hurts all of us,” said McInnis.

Recalling Hurricane Georges in 1998 when the power was out for days on end, McInnis remembers, “We cooked for so many people that after we received thank you letters. It’s just so important to be there for friends and family.”

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ENTERTAINMENT

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ONE YEAR LATER Sixth Ramble show happens this weekend

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By James Whitehead

ow quickly time flies when you’re having fun. Just over one year ago today, myself, Nick Norman, Daryl Brooke, Derek Reay and Jeff Clark sat in a circle in the confines of what would eventually become the main room of the Ramble Room Studios and began to discuss Nick’s vision of a local, singer-songwriter, original-music performance. While we all agreed that the idea itself was fantastic, none of us really knew what to expect. Here we are one year later getting set to put on the sixth Sunday Ramble, the anniversary show, and I think I speak for all of us when I say, “Wow.” Norman’s vision was to bring together a group of Key West musicians, put them on stage at the newly renovated Key West Theater and allow them the opportunity to play their original music, backed by an all-star band comprised of their peers. Each show has featured the core Ramble Band comprised of Norman, Jeff Clark, Carl Wagoner, Randy Morrow, Joey Marchiano, Claire Finley, James and

Robyn Whitehead, Daryl Brooke, and Ericson Holt. Special guests join the band and perform each other’s original music in front of a very captive audience, in a venue unlike any other in Key West.

Each installment of the Ramble has varied. And each show has been sold-out and the audience for each performance has been incredibly receptive.

Now, we bring back the original crew as we celebrate the one-year anniversary of what has been an incredible year of performances. Baltimore, Rush and Roberts will re-join the Ramble Band on Sunday, May 29 for what is sure to be another memorable show. Zack Seemiller and Cory Heydon are expected to make guest appearances as well. Tickets are still available but there are a limited number left. Tickets can be purchased on ticketfly.com or at the Key West Theater ticket office. Don’t miss out on this very special evening of original music performed on the big stage in the best venue in Key West.

The great thing about the Wilburys was that none of us had to take the heat by ourselves. I was just a member of the band. Nobody felt like he was above anybody else. We had such a good time.

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Supervillains coming to Key West Group to play Gas Monkey Bar and Grill Contributed

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ince the beginning of the year, fans of the Supervillains' live shows have noticed something different in the band's personnel department. Long-time bassist (and production wizard) Dan Grundorf has permanently handed over the reins and bass duties to BJ Hall, the band's longtenured stage/guitar-tech and bus driver.

While Dan's prowess and stage chops will be missed, fans should be more than satisfied with the new addition of BJ. A talented musician with a lengthy resume in the Central Florida scene, he is most recently recognized as playing with Abandon The Midwest, one of the main support acts for the Supervillains (as well as being signed to their label Rah Rah Rah Records).

The Florida natives have been spending the winter months hunkered down in the Sunshine State playing festival dates and prepping songs for a new record (their 9th overall) tentatively slated for a late2016 release. They will be in Key West on Thursday, July 9 at Gas Monkey Bar and Grill in Key West. Gravitating back to their ska-punk roots, fans of the band should be excited for an up-tempo throwback record that showcases the Supervillains' knack for mixing it up while still including a few staple slow-burn reggae gems. Look for the band to work in some of the new tracks alongside of their fan-favorites as they plow their way across the country in 2016.

To see the schedule, visit gasmonkeykeywest. com.

NIGHTLIFE

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

Latin Dance Party – Saturdays at 11 p.m.

Line dancing with Marvin – Tuesdays at 8 p.m.

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

Merri Brown slings up Pier House Punches at the beach bar.

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artender Merri Brown landed in Key West a lot like many others — she was tired of cold winters up north and she knew someone who was already in town. Making a call to her sister, Janine, who also bartends at Pier House, she had a place to stay and a line on a job at the waterfront beach bar at Pier House.

“Look at my office,” she said recently while shaking up cocktails for the Habitat for Humanity concert fundraiser on the beach. “You can’t beat a view like this.”

She said the most popular cocktail at the beach bar is, without a doubt, the Pier House Punch made with four different liquors. “It’s a show to watch any of the bartenders make it,” she said. “We’ve perfected the art of the pour; three bottles at the same time.”

When she isn’t working, she’s enjoying good food and spirits all over town. “When I’m not here, I want to be served,” she said.

The Pier House is located at 1 Duval St., Key West.

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GAS MONKEY House D.J. – Friday, May 27 at 7:30 p.m.

Ross Brown – Saturday, May 28 at 3 p.m.

Jukebox Heroes – Saturday, May 21 at 7:30 p.m.

Karri Daley – Sunday, May 29 and Monday, May 30 at 3 p.m.

Ross Brown – Sunday, May 29 at 7:30 p.m.

Happy Dog – Monday, May 30 at 7:30 p.m.

Bahama Village Social – Tuesday, May 31 at 3 p.m.

Andy Westcott – Tuesday, May 31 at 7:30 p.m.

Craig, Drew & Rogue – Wednesday, May 25 at 3 p.m.

Fish Bait – Wednesday, May 25 at 7:30 p.m.

Festa & Rogue – Thursday, May 26 at 3 p.m.

Happy Dog – Thursday, May 26 at 7:30 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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SUNSET PIER at OCEAN KEY RESORT Happy Dog – Friday, May 27 at 7 p.m.

Robert Albury Band – Saturday, May 28 at 7 p.m.

Nina Newton Band – Sunday, May 29 at 1 p.m.

Robert Albury –Sunday, May 29 and Monday, May 30 at 7 p.m.

Tony Baltimore – Tuesday, May 31 at 1 p.m.

Happy Dog – Tuesday, May 31 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.

SCHOONER WHARF Live Music Daily Michael McCloud – Wednesdays through Sundays at noon VIRGILLO’S Rock Solomon Swing Band – Friday, May 27 and Saturday, May 28 at 10 p.m.

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Guitar strings and palm trees Florida Keys Guitar Fest coming

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ocal guitarists are stringing up for the first Florida Keys Guitar Festival starting in Marathon, June 4- 5, and traveling to Key Largo in July and Key West in August.

“It will be really, really, high-quality classical and jazz guitar concerts,” said event founder and guitarist Mateo Jampol of the first event. “It’s something we have thought about for a while and after talking with Liz Young at the Arts Council decided to pursue.”

The first concert in the series will be at Florida Keys Country Club in Marathon on Saturday, June 4 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25. The concert will be performed by Jampol and Mike Emerson in two 40-minute sets. “We are looking to bring in some nice crowds this year, being our first year. But next year, we will really be stepping it up,” he said.

With the help of manager Theo Derleth to set the stage, the 2017 fest plans call for three concerts, one at Founder’s Park, one at Marathon Community Park, and one at Truman Waterfront, over three consecutive nights with vendors and more.

Mateo said he is looking forward to the free kids’ event at Marathon Community Park with fellow guitarist Larry Baeder. The two will do a history of music around the world and introduce the kids to classical and Spanish guitar at 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 5.

Other dates include Spanish guitar on Sunday, July 2 at 8 p.m. at Nelson Government Center in Key Largo, and in Key West events from August 5-7 at four locations ending with a guitar summit on Sunday, August 7 at The Garden’s Hotel at 6:30 p.m. Other guitarists highlighted during the event include Micheal Gillis, Steve Ramos and Bob Hanni.

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Tickets are available at keystix.com.

Guitarist Mateo Jampol looks forward to the first Florida Keys Guitar Festival starting June 4 with dates through August 7 from Key Largo to Key West.

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Author Les Standiford signs copies of his book for Tania Mattson at the recent lecture in Islamorada.

Author appears at history center Flagler expert Les Standiford delights history buffs

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uthor Les Standiford likens the remnants of the old Overseas Railroad to “some modern age Stonehenge jutting up from the middle of the sea.”

The FIU professor and novelist spoke to about 100 history buffs this week at the Florida Keys History and Discovery Center as part of the organization’s ongoing lecture series.

Prior to his address, guests mingled in the museum featuring the brand new Indian Key exhibit and then filed into the second floor auditorium where Standiford spoke about his book. Titled “Last Train to Paradise: Henry Flagler and the spectacular rise and fall of the railroad that crossed an ocean,” his talk included slides gleaned from various sources and a look into both how the book developed as well as snippets from the widely acclaimed novel.

“The railroad that crossed an ocean was considered at the time to surpass the building of the Panama Canal on engineering scope and challenge,” Standiford said.

The book opens with Ernest Hemingway preparing for the oncoming storm, and describes the massive undertaking of the seven-year construction project. The book makes use of eyewitness accounts to recreate those fateful hours on Labor Day, 1935 when a hurricane killed several hundred highway workers and residents of the Upper Keys fishing village of Matecumbe. The storm was also responsible for permanently ending rail service to Key West.

A published novelist, Standiford broke form to write this piece of non-fiction. “It seemed better than anything I could dream up,” Standiford said. “One of the richest men in the world undertakes the engineering challenge of the century and the worst storm in history blows it all away. I thought that would be a lot more interesting than the story about how a CEO steals all the stockholders’ money and builds himself a really big house.”

• • • • • The Keys History and Discovery Center will next welcome famed photographer Clyde Butcher. He is best known for his work on the Everglades and surrounding environments and will share his adventures and experiences on Thursday, June 2. For more info, visit www. keyshistory.com or call 305-922-2237.

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Mamey Tree turns 102 Birthday party raises money for Firehouse Museum

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he third annual birthday party for the Key West Firehouse Museum’s Mamey tree took place this past Saturday in Key West. Originally a species from Cuba and South America, this 102-year-old Mamey tree was the first one known in the continental United States. And now all Mamey trees in the U.S. can be traced back to this particular tree thanks to the propagation of its seeds and branches. The Mamey fruit is ripe this time of year and, in order to celebrate, the board members of the Firehouse Museum throw a fundraiser. Different confections made with the Mamey fruit were available for all to enjoy.

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HAYS BLINCKMANN/Keys Weekly 1. Crowds gather beneath the Mamey Tree.

3. Combined, Firehouse board members Chief Eddie Castro, left, Jon Gallagher, Rich Siniscalchi, Alex Vega, and KWFD Chief Gregory Barroso have decades of service to Key West.

2. Stewart Andrews serves up homemade Mamey ice cream to Shirrel and Diane Rhoades.

4. Key West Fire Chief Gregory Barroso, second from right, laughs with his fire department.

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Florida Senator Anitere Flores, left, gets a tour from Paul Menta.

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lorida Senator Anitere Flores, who represents Monroe County and the 37th District, recently conducted a stint of site visits and meetand-greets throughout the Florida Keys. Local businessman and entrepreneur, Paul Menta, submitted this pic to the Keys Weekly, which captured Senator Flores’ visit to the Key West First Legal Rum Distillery on Simonton Street in Key West.

According to Menta, the Senator was instrumental in the success of his distillery, which now distributes local, chef-distilled rum throughout the state, including vendors such as Publix and Total Wines.

“After the Keys were redistricted, [Senator Flores] was a great advocate for distributers and small business owners,” said Menta. “Had it not been for her, I would have been out of business in eight months.

But it’s three years later and we are covering the entire state of Florida.

It was an honor to have her at the distillery.”

Not only was Senator Flores reviewing the the results of her small business advocacy, she also took a tour of the distillery, met with staff members and soaked in a few brewer’s tales from Paul Menta — who’s distillery was the original location of Jack’s Saloon in 1900.

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Family fun at Survivors Party

A family street fair will ensue around the 39th Annual Survivors Party happening on Monday, May 30 from 4 to 8 p.m. in and around Bottle Cap Lounge, Key West. There will be games, karaoke, food and music by Caribe. The event supports the Sister Season Fund, a “Locals Helping Locals” charity that helps locals in the hospitality and entertainment industries when they are temporarily unable to work through no fault of their own. The fund has granted more than $225,000 in assistance since its founding in 2005.

Tickets are $20 and includes food; there will be a cash bar. Children 12 and under are free. For more information or to volunteer, visit sisterseason. org or call 305-849-0991.

Casino night benefits Take Stock Denim and Diamonds is the theme for the second annual Rotary Club of Key West Casino Night fundraiser on Saturday, June 11 starting at 7 p.m. at the Key West Marriot Beachside Hotel. Presale tickets are $75 and includes drinks and Gold Card Play.

The proceeds will benefit Take Stock In Children of Monroe County.

Casino Night is the last chance to purchase a ticket to win a Nissan Altima or $10,000 cash in the limited raffle. Proceeds from this raffle fund Rotary’s community service projects.

Guests will enjoy professional level casino games ranging from blackjack, roulette to slot machines, and a 50/50 raffle. Guests must be 18 years or older to play and it is for entertainment purposes only. Contact Jessica Cranney at 305-773-4016 for tickets.

KEYS EATS

KEY WEST WEEKLY / MAY 27, 2016

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angia Mangia has resided at its idyllic corner location, at 900 Southard St. in Key West, for more than 27 years now — an astonishing feat given the competitive Italian market in Key West. I will confess, this was not the first occasion on which I sampled its cuisine, and I feel entitled to say with some confidence that Mangia Mangia’s reputation of culinary confidence, paired with its environmentally and

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Current owners, Elliott and Heather Barnes, took possession of the property in 2005. Heather, formerly the principal of Key West Montessori, has “gluten issues,” so she made it her goal to offer gluten-free pasta alternatives to that growing demographic. We sampled the organic rice pasta in our lobster linguini, and as someone who both enjoys, and is critical of, good pasta, I could hardly tell the difference. The experience was, of course, greatly enhanced by Mangia’s to-die-for pink sauce, a rich staple in many of its dishes. And did I mention lobster? Lots and lots of fresh lobster?

Another standout dish was the Pollo al Quatro Formaggio, which could also be prepared with either organic rice or buckwheat pasta. Mangia only uses 100 percent organic chicken in its dishes, and it arrived at the table plump and succulent. The Quatro Formaggio sauce, to be honest, was the true star for me. This decadent cream sauce will have any Alfredo lover craving this twist on the classic.

You can pair any of the fantastic items you find in the menu with a wide variety of wines in the prodigious list. Not only does Mangia Mangia have a large selection of both Italian wines, and those from all around the world, but a wide range of vintages are offered as well.

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To compete in the wacky challenge, each six-member team must construct a craft out of the most minimal supplies: a single sheet of 4-by-8-foot plywood, two 8-footlong 2-by-4s, a pound of fasteners and a trusty roll of duct tape.

Regatta rules even forbid the use of caulking or adhesives, though epoxy paint is permitted.

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Voters’ event set for fifth Tuesday Lisa Tennyson will be the featured guest at the Fifth Tuesday Lower Keys League of Women Voters event on Tuesday, May 31 from 5 to 7 p.m. at New York Pasta Garden, Key West.

Tennyson, who is director of legislative services for the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners, will make brief remarks and answer questions.

She was instrumental in the passage of the Florida Keys Stewardship Act and has secured more than $17 million in grants for the county's environmental programs. The event is open to the public. For additional information call 305-294-3066.

AHEC Summer Clinic school hours released AHEC Summer Clinic hours and locations will continue from June 13 through July 22 to coincide with the summer school schedule. AHEC plans to re-open one to two weeks prior to school beginning to offer school physicals. Services are available for all current and new students. Locations include HOB on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays; Sugarloaf School on Tuesdays; Marathon High School on Mondays and Thursdays; and Key Largo School on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Clinics are open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 305-743-7111, ext. 205.

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“Die Mommie Die!” ends Saturday, May 28. Written by the prolific playwright (and drag diva) Charles Busch, it’s directed by Murphy Davis and stars Key West legend Randy Roberts, along with an outstanding cast. It’s a wild homage to those lurid 1960’s movies that featured aging stars like Bette Davis and Joan Crawford. The play carries an Audience Advisory of adult language and situations.

Local photographer Larry Blackburn will show his photographic works in conjunction with the First Friday Upper Duval Art Stroll. The showing, entitled “Scene in Key West,” will feature photographs of many familiar sights around Key West. The photographs are printed on different media such as canvas, metal and metallic paper.

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“Immersion,” pictured, is one of Jill Caldwell’s exuberant abstract paintings to be revealed in a special preview at SALT Gallery on Fleming Street. The exhibit— “Displacement”— will feature new acrylic paintings showcasing the artist’s tropical palette and energetic brush strokes that Caldwell organically expresses to elude to the passage of time and the layering of experiences.

Registration is still open for Key West Art & Historical Society’s ArtCamp! at Fort East Martello’s Imagination Institute, a camp for children ages 5-12. The program celebrates Key West’s rich artistic history and natural landscape.

Each themed week — roller coasters to Cuban drumming — features auxiliary activities and excursions. For more information, visit kwahs.org.

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1. Bill Blue and the Nervous Guys are passionate about helping Habitat for Humanity.

2. Pier House General Manager Joe Dantoni, and Executive Assistant Adele Gerbracht and First State Bank’s Mark Batzel love the music.

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3. Supporters and volunteers of Habitat for Humanity of Key West and the Lower Keys are Robin Robinson, left, George Fernandez, Dee Johnson, Gail Lima, and Re-Store Manager Tom Greenwood.

4. Susan Mitchell, left, Connie Hinkle, Mark Moss of Habitat for Humanity, Jeff Levine, and Allan Teitelbaum celebrate Connie’s raffle win.

Maestra Sebrina María Alfonso is proud to present a trio from the Excelsa Quartet.

They have entertained the nation from the Smithsonian National Museum of American History on the Smithsonian Institute’s collection of Stradivarius instruments to being selected as one of five finalist ensembles to perform in the 2016 Chesapeake Chamber Music Competition in April. As quoted in The Washington Post – "Fresh and youthful sounding... projected power and excitement.”

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Friday, June 10, 7:30pm

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Schubert: String Trio in B Flat Major, D. 581 Barber: Adagio for Strings

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The South Florida Symphony also presents an exhibition by Stonewall National Museum & Archives The Secret Symphony – Gay Composers of Classical Music

5. Habitat’s Program Services Coordinator Susan Kent and Habitat homeowner and volunteer Bonnie Gilbert check in the concert goers in at the Pier House beach.

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6. Music fan Scott Barry and Florida Keys Lodging Association’s Jodi Weinhofer come out to support Habitat, the band, and Pier House.

A trio from the Excelsa Quartet performs again

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Schubert: String Trio in B Flat Major, D. 471 Haydn: String Trio in G Major, Op. 53, No. 1 Kodaly: Intermezzo for String Trio Beethoven: String Trio in G Major, Op. 9, No. 1

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Sunday, July 10, 7:30pm The Studios of Key West

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t took awhile to notice, but it was if God was talking directly to me,” said Michael Halpern, local attorney and philanthropist, referring to the lot adjacent to The Learning Center at 1904 Flagler St. in Key West.

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by Halpern’s charitable foundation in his late wife’s name, Michelle’s Foundation — is rapidly outgrowing its present space right next door. Started in 2011, the center made do with 1,000 square feet. The new facility will be 3,400 square feet and feature office space, four classrooms (including one for music, and one for study) and a covered outdoor area.

The Learning Center provides tutoring to hundreds of Keys children and adults every year providing help with elementary education, standardized prep, credit recovery and college planning. Many students receive scholarships — roughly 80 this year — and pay little-to-no tuition thanks to the Foundation. Many of the students are getting help they might not have had access to otherwise.

The Center’s Director Nick Wright — who Halpern refers to as remarkably gifted with at-risk students — said the new building will make a big difference. “With more classrooms, space and even gardens, kids will have more of a quiet, focused place to study. This will help them get ahead finally and stop falling behind,” Wright said.

The new building will house more than the Learning Center. It will also be the headquarters for all of the Michelle’s Foundation charitable endeavors. The Food for Thought Program provides meals for 100 high school students in need every week.

Michelle’s Foundation also grants fulltuition college scholarships to more than 25 students and hosts the annual Willy Wonka Chocolate Festival that benefits The Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys.

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and the new building after his late wife, Michelle Halpern. “This is her legacy in Key West. She taught everyone in terms of courage and persistence and it will reflect how remarkable and good she was.”

Also to honor another, the surrounding gardens will be named “Matthew’s Garden” after late teen, Mathew Gilleran.

Halpern keeps a low profile, rarely talking about his philanthropic works. Still, the community has unified behind the project and many locals have donated services and funds. Local professionals and business people have reached out to Halpern such as architect Tom Pope, Toppino and Sons, Bella Construction, Gary’s Plumbing Inc., MEE Electric and the Trophia Butterfly Foundation. From architect plans to concrete to trees, much of the new center has been volunteered and donated.

Construction is under way, but when will it be complete? Halpern smiled and just said, “Someday.”

“We fly under the radar because we spend most of our time helping the kids.”

—Nick Wright, Learning Center Director

MAINSTREAMING

KEY WEST WEEKLY / MAY 27, 2016

‘THE HURRICANE’ SONG

By Bob Dylan ‘Desire,’ 1976

Hurricane is the ultimate protest song about being in the wrong place at the right time. Although the song refers to a questionable arrest of a late and great boxer known as ‘The Hurricane,’ it could easily refer to locals and visitors who don’t heed the evacuation order.

‘THE HURRICANE’ MOVIE Directed by John Ford Samuel Goldwyn, 1937

While this work also references racial prejudice, the movie also stars a “real” hurricane. In the colonial era, island native Terangi (Jon Hall) spends a blissful honeymoon with his bride, Marama (Dorothy Lamour). Then Terangi is sent to prison for punching a prejudiced white man. All pretense of law and order are soon shattered by an incoming tropical storm.

‘SECOND WIND’ NOVEL

By Dick Francis Berkley Books, 1999

No racial prejudice here.

Dick Francis is known for his books that always include an even-tempered hero and information about horse racing, but this novel is the most spot-on description of a hurricane we’ve ever read.

Plus it has the added drama of airplanes flying into a storm (on purpose) and being stranded on a deserted island. Throw in a nefarious plot and a mysterious illness and you have a novel to get you through a storm.

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HURRICANE NEWS

TERRIBLE DETAILS

Moments that reveal the terrible strength of hurricanes

KEY WEST WEEKLY / MAY 27, 2016

By Sara Matthis With a couple of decades of Keys living under your belt, it’s impossible not to learn some terrible facts about hurricanes — if by no other method than osmosis. The details seem to seep into your brain and never, ever leave. Once learned, then they take up residence in the frontal lobe any time a storm approaches.

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• The Galveston Storm of 1900. The sheer scale of loss surrounding this storm boggles the mind. Official reports estimate that 8,000 died on the island that day in September — 20 percent of the population. Almost 4,000 homes were destroyed, but it was the sheer number of dead bodies that haunts history. Burying all of them was impossible, and initially authorities attempted to weigh the bodies down and dump them at sea; but they floated back to the beach and officials began constructing pyres on the beach to burn the bodies. It was so distressing, that free whiskey was passed out to the men in charge of the macabre scene.

• The Labor Day Hurricane of 1935. A very detailed account of this storm by Willie Drye in “Storm of the Century” is a cautionary tale about the need for coordinated storm preparation and recovery.

Information about the approaching storm was very limited. Ed Butters who operated the Hotel Matecumbe was monitoring the barometric pressure himself; the lower the pressure, the stronger the storm. What he saw scared him so badly, he threw the device out the window. “The needle kept plunging, and by 7:45 p.m. it had fallen to the lowest reading his barometer could measure — 26 inches … Butters was terrified … he realized that watching it … was only adding to his terror.” The storm’s strength was so terrible irrational behavior overcame his scientific education.

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Months since the United States was struck by a major hurricane. It would be easy to forget the awesome destructive force of a hurricane, but somehow, in the details we remember.

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etflix’s original series “Bloodline” returns to screens Friday, May 27 for its second season.

In case you’ve been living under a rock, “Bloodline” follows an affluent Florida Keys family, the Rayburns, as they struggle to cope with a murderous secret. The first season ended with a cliffhanger, and despite the Weekly’s best efforts to pry some details from locals serving as extras during the filming of the second, we learned nothing.

Locals will be tuning in to learn what happens, but also for the thrill of seeing their favorite places on the small screen.

“A big reason I watch the show is that it’s filmed at a lot of the places I visit, which makes it more entertaining,” said Martin Shepard who hangs out at the Whistle Stop, a locale featured frequently in the series. “I also thought it was nice of the cast to go out in town when they weren’t working and interact with people. It was pretty cool to see John Leguizamo just hanging out with the locals. They made the community feel like they were grateful for having them as guests.”

Chelsey Stewart, of Marathon’s Chamber of Commerce, was one of the fortunate few selected as an extra for the show she says she loves. “It was a little surreal to be on set at the Rayburn house. The attention to detail put into one day of filming surprised me the most. I have a new respect for the film industry, the production’s focus on lighting and sound quality were extensive.”

“The cinematography of the show is breathtaking and does a good job portraying the Keys beautifully,” said Bobby Highsmith, School Board District 1 member, who also was an extra. He said it was a unique and enjoyable experience.

“The work environment was professional and the cast and production crew were very gracious. It’s been good for the local economy as well. We are very pleased to have them.”

Still, none of the locals are talking. “I have no idea if Danny is dead,” said Highsmith.

“I have no clue what may happen, I just know it looks intense,” laughed Stewart.

It seems the locals are as good at keeping secrets as the Rayburns.

Meteorologist Isaac Monroe Cline, Galveston

• Hurricane Katrina of 2005. Retired Master Sergeant of the National Guard Pablo Paz said he can’t forget the smell of rotting food and the sight of so many refrigerators sealed with duct tape at the curb after Hurricane Katrina. In the beginning, he performed search and rescue. “When you opened a house that had been sealed for three weeks, the pressure would change and you would be suddenly surrounded by the smell. And you couldn’t tell if it was a dead body, dead animal or the food rotting in the refrigerator,” said the New Orleans native who was given the emergency title of “Mayor” of the Belle Chasse Naval Air Station staging area for the National Guard. “You can’t get it out of your nostrils. It gets in your sinuses and it sticks there forever.” Eventually, he said, the refrigerators were collected and piled in a heap four stories tall outside of New Orleans.

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The crew of the Netflix series ‘Bloodline’ filmed scenes next to a closed landfill at the Long Key Transfer Station, on Feb. 11, 2016.

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Graduating with honors Bobby Finigan, a member of Theta Chi Fraternity at University of Florida, was recently inducted into Florida Blue Key, the oldest leadership honorary in the state of Florida. Additionally, Finigan just finished his term as Chairman of Student Government Productions where he oversaw an $830,000 budget to provide entertainment for the student body. Bobby is graduating with his Bachelors of Science in Finance this August and shortly after will begin his graduate studies at UF where he will be earning a Master of Science in Information Systems Operations Management, specializing in Supply Chain Management. His parents, Dale and Lesley (director of Engineering at Keys Energy and Poinciana School academic coach, respectively) currently reside in Key West.

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A family street fair will ensue around the 39th Annual Survivors Party happening on Monday, May 30 from 4 to 8 p.m. in and around Bottle Cap Lounge, Key West. There will be games, karaoke, food and music by Caribe. The event supports the Sister Season Fund, a “Locals Helping Locals” charity that helps locals in the hospitality and entertainment industries when they are temporarily unable to work through no fault of their own. The fund has granted more than $225,000 in assistance since its founding in 2005.

Tickets are $20 and includes food; there will be a cash bar. Children 12 and under are free. For more information or to volunteer, visit sisterseason. org or call 305-849-0991.

The Southernmost Seminoles are hosting the evening Renegade 5K on Saturday, May 28 starting at 7:30 p.m. from White St. Pier. Pre-registration before May 28 is $25 and on May 28 is $30. Registration and packet pickup will be held on May 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Bottle Cap Lounge and on race day starting at 6 p.m. For more information, call 305-923-1484 or email megan.oropeza@gmail.com.

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CROSSWORD THEME: MEDIEVAL TIMES

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

I am not involved in any organizations or activities.

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

Dave Ramsey has taught me a lot of financial skills and I should be unlike many other students when it comes to financial knowledge.

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

Dave Ramsey’s Personal Finance High School Edition, because after high school, it is all about finance.

What is your favorite social media and why? Who do you follow?

I am not on social media.

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

The threat of flooding, but there isn’t much I can do to personally help – it’s more of a city and state issue.

What are your plans after high school?

I plan to attend Western Carolina University and major in computer engineering.

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

I will not make the Keys my permanent home because of rising sea level, but if I am incorrect, I would probably come back.

Finish this sentence: Living in the Keys has taught me… … “He who speaks, does not know.

He who knows, does not speak.” This taught me there is a deeper meaning and it relates to me.

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DOWN 1. Ella Fitzgerald’s craft 2. Comedy Central’s “____.O” 3. Gulf V.I.P. 4. Free from 5. Like a longer route?

6. Cleaning cabinet supplies 7. Snakelike fish 8. Blooper 9. “Atlas Shrugged” author 10. Cathedral part 11. Audience’s rejection 12. *Illuminated manuscripts or tapestries, e.g.

15. *Long-haired naked tax-opponent 20. SAT and ACT 22. Female gametes 24. Allowing 25. *Like Arthur’s table 26. Embryo sacs 27. “Bring back!” to Fido 29. *Fermented honey libation 31. Aquarium organism 32. Mountain lakes 33. Stradivari competitor 34. *He stole from the rich and gave to the needy 36. English playwright Coward 38. Continental currency 42. *____ Abelard, Heloise’s unfortunate lover 45. Moving like phoenix 49. Barley bristle 51. Derives a theory 54. Cooler manufacturer 56. Meryl Streep’s “August: ____ County” 57. Biden, e.g.

58. *Fleur-de-lis 59. Bingo-like game 60. Give a ticket 61. Away from wind 62. Floppy storage 63. Newts in terrestrial stage 64. Hot tea amount 66. Listening device

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CHASING CORTLAND W The 100-mile journey

KRISTEN LIVENGOOD is a Marathon High School and USF grad, mom of two beautiful little girls, and wife to some cute guy she met in a bar.

She enjoys being a social busy bee, red wine, running (very, very slowly), and spearfishing.

Above: My crew: J-Rad, K-10, K-Lo, K-Cro, K-Zen and Lisa Marie 10 hours in at the handoff at the beginning of the Seven Mile Bridge Leg. Below: Cortland Wheeler, who we chased the entire length of the Keys.

He may need a restraining order against us…

ith months of physical training and mental preparation, nothing can make the heat of the Seven Mile Bridge at 4 p.m. on a May afternoon bearable. Nothing.

The first mile of it was fine but that doesn’t last long.

And, that was only seven miles of the 16 miles I ran during the Keys 100 last weekend with a group of five of my favorite running friends. My two legs following the bridge involved chafing in places I truly had no idea existed.

Standing in the elevator the night before, we met Cortland Wheeler, a 27-year-old athlete who has ran 100 miles once before. His goal was to tackle the whole 100 miles, on his own, in this heat, under 24 hours. After being subjected to a couple of our running “jokes,” he exited the elevator rather hastily.

The next day, about 13 miles in, we recognized the tall (and handsome) Cortland on the course. We were prepped to make more lame jokes when we quickly realized the look of desperation on his face.

His support vehicle had missed the last stops, so we refilled him, and he was on his way. All the way until the Seven Mile Bridge, we leap-frogged him, chatting with him at times, passing him, or him passing me (I am super slow…). He met up with his crew again a few times, and they missed a couple more stops, so we refilled his waters and iced down his hat. Little did we know, he would be the first male finisher (19 hours, 16 minutes), and we chased him the whole way.

Things you think of when you’re delirious on a bridge include shirts for next year: “Honk! I’m hot,” legit hot, while wondering if Forrest Gump thought these same things, and why are there knives, screws, hacksaws, and random socks on the side of the bridge. You know how they say not to pick up a stray sock in the woods, I wonder what it means on a bridge? We contemplated jumping about four miles in and I even waved down a boat to ask if they’d scoop us out of the water — they would have been happy to.

Sometimes it takes a 100-mile, 20-hour race for you to really absorb the beauty and friendship of the Florida Keys. And, for my next trick: 100-mile Tour De Keys bike ride in September supporting MARC House.

Better pump the tires on the beach cruiser.

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FOR RENT

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

The Hammocks at Marathon

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES $250 Sign-On Bonus!

• Common Area Attendant and Carpet Shampoo • Maintenance/Handyman • Activities Associate • Guest Services Agent / Relief Night Auditor

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

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

Help Wanted

GREAT BENEFITS:

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

TO APPLY:

In Person at The Hammocks: 1688 Overseas Highway, Gulf Side, Mile Marker 48, Marathon eoe

Hiring for the following positions: Front Desk Agent • Bartender Housekeepers • Houseman

Dishwasher • Cook • Hostess

Bussperson • Banquet Captain Apply on line at Spottswood.com/careers or at Faro Blanco Resort

EOE m/f/d/v

Air Conditioning Service Technician / Installer Appliance Service Technician

Online: jobs.bluegreenvacations.com

Or Call Miranda 561-912-7899

Line Cook

Competitive wages & benefits 100% medical • Matching 401K Vacation • Paid Holidays

Drug Free

Apply at:

2735 Overseas Highway Marathon 305-289-1748

Work on The Ocean Part Time Day Shifts Experience Required Apply in Person The Cabana Club 425 E. Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach Call April 305-743-4443

For Sale Part Time Housekeeper 2 days per week.

Experience Necessary Must Have own Transportation Call 305-923-6161

Hot Pressure Washer

Diesel Burner/ Honda Motor Trailer Mounted w/ tool Box $1750.00 305-304-7995

Plantation Key Nursing Center

located in Tavernier, is seeking

LPN, RN, C.N.A.

12 hr shifts days and nights available

Dietary Aides Housekeeping

We offer a competitive wage and benefits program.

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

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

IN THE COUNTY COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

FILE NO.: 16-CP000081-K

CASE NO. 2015-CA-397-P BARBARA NIGHTINGALE, individually and as wife and sole heir of Donald Nightingale, Plaintiff, vs.

RICHARD D. STEELE, DONNA L. STEELE; et al., Defendants.

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to the Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure and Re-Establishment of Lost Promissory Note and Mortgage, entered on May 17, 2016 in the above styled action, the Clerk of Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at the Monroe County Courthouse, 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida 33040 on July 13, 2016 at 11:00 a.m., the following described parcel of real property: Lot 8, Block 3, CROSS KEY WATERWAY ESTATES SECTION ONE, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 6 at Page 51, of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida.

A/k/a: 1115 Calder Road, Key Largo, FL 33037 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens, must file a claim within sixty (60) days after the sale.

DATED ON May 17, 2016 AMY HEAVILIN, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Jennifer Settoon Deputy Clerk Publish: May 27 and June 3, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION

IN RE: ESTATE OF KRISTOPHER JOHN KOSHIOL, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE: The administration of the Estate of Kristopher John Koshiol, deceased, File No. 16-CP000081-K, is pending in the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead St., Key West, FL 33040. The name and address 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, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served, must file their claims with the Clerk of Court, Probate Division, 500 Whitehead St, Key West, FL 33040 WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. Each claim must be in writing and must indicate the basis of the claim, the name and address of the creditor or his agent or attorney, and the amount claimed. If the claim is not yet due, the date when it will become due shall be stated. If the claim is contingent or unliquidated, the nature of the uncertainty shall be stated. If the claim is secured, the security shall

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be described.

The claimant shall deliver a copy of the claim to the clerk who shall serve the copy on the personal representative.

The administration of the estate of Francis H. Dolan, deceased, whose date of death was April 18, 2016, 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.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA BATE CODE 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: May 27, 2016.

Dated at Monroe County, Florida this 20th day of May, 2016.

Personal Representative: Manuel E. Garcia 515 Whitehead Street Key West, FL 33040 Attorney for Personal Representative: MARIA I. ESCOTOCASTIELLO, ESQ. Florida Bar Number: 959839 2000 S. Dixie Highway, Suite 113 Miami, FL 33133 Telephone: (305) 860-0991 Fax: (305) 860-0953 E-mail: meclaw@ bellsouth.net Co-Counsel for Personal Representative: M. BARBARA AMARO, ESQ Florida Bar Number: 611298 8950 SW 74 Ct., Suite 2201 Mailbox A-19 Miami, FL 33156 Telephone: (305) 384-7213 Fax: (888) 508-5215 E-mail: mbamarolaw@aol. com Publish: May 27 and June 3, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 16-CP105-K Lower Keys IN RE: ESTATE OF FRANCIS H. DOLAN Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: May 27, 2016.

Personal Representative: Walter LaGraves 3695 Tropic Street Big Pine Key, Florida 33043 Attorney for Personal Representative: 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

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E-mail: richard@ rewarnerlaw.com Publish: May 27 and June 3, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers AUTOS FOR SALE 2015 Fiat 500 Deal!

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ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

Cars - Vans Trucks. Running or Not. CASH 305-332-0483 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

A M A Z I N G INCOME FROM HOME! First call 800582-6661 (24 hour mess) then go to: www.dailyfastcash. com EMPLOYMENT

Babysitters Needed for vacationers!

305-522-6050 Apply at http:// re s o r tc h i l d ca re. com Little Palm Island is in search of the following talented employees: Front Desk Agent, Executive Sous Chef, Accounts Payable Clerk, P/T Island Front Desk/Bellman, P/T Maintenance and Housekeeping Supervisor. Please apply in person @ 28500 Overseas Hwy, Little Torch Key, FL 33042 EXP. HELP ONLY needed for all positions. Apply in person Mon-Fri 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.

Seeking stable happy energetic personality for PT sales position in fun gift shop. Must be year-round Marathon resident; retirees welcome. Stop in to schedule ap-

EMPLOYMENT

pointment at 11528 Overseas Highway Marathon LOOKING FOR Wait Staff, Food Runners & Hosts. Established busy restaurant - must apply in Person.

Sparky’s Landing, Key Colony Beach Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop NOW HIRING: AM Baker and Counter Help.

Competitive PayFun Atmosphere.

Please Apply In Person. 8919 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Construction Foreman wanted Need Vehicle.

Pay commensurate with experience.

Call 3 0 5 - 3 0 4 -7995

MARATHON - Full time office position Tuesdays through Saturdays 9 to 5. People and computer skills required. Diversified job with Office Administrator responsibility on Saturdays and Marketing department Tuesday through Friday.

Call Drenda 305289-6489 or email resume drenda@ cbsch m it t.com GARAGE SALES

Sat May 28th. 9-3.

1203. Westward Ho Lane Marathon.

Behind Panda House. Furn. Refrigerator. TV. Ping Pong Table. Dishes. Clothing. Misc.

Items. EVERYTHING MUST GO!!! Turn on 52 ST Bayside NO EARLY BIRDS. GIANT 3-Day Moving Sale! 1401 Tropical St 5/27-5/29 9am til 1pm. Art Work, Lamps, Furniture, Hardware, Tools, Household Items, Books, DVD’s and Much More!!

HOBBIES/COLLECTIBES

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

Cased ship models for sale.

Call Lou 603-4556106

COLLECTIBLES

PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex,

Dive watches and Pilot watches. Old model Military clocks & watches.

Call 305-735-4534 FISHING MISC.

FOR SALE: Lobster Tags $200 each.

Call 305-481-1316 ALL TYPES OF PERMITS! 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.shipwusa. com

HOMES FOR RENT

LOWER SUGARLOAF 2BD/2BA unfurnished home with Den and a living/dining room.

Covered balcony facing canal/ dock, and parking pad below home.

W/D. Call Henry 305-296-7706 KEY WEST 1BD/1BA unfurnished historical home with W/D

only two blocks from Duval ST. Call Hansel Gretel 305-296-7706 COMMERCIAL FOR RENT

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

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

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

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

HELP WANTED Full & Part Time Positions.

Apply in Person.

Grassy Key Outpost 58152 Overseas Hwy.

Management positions @ Fairvilla's Sexy Things (524 Front Street, Key West Florida 33040) Applicants must be open minded & personable with the ability to lead others.

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

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

Desk Clerk House Keeper

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

Rewarding stable jobs with excellent benefits!!!

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in MARATHON is looking for: • Medical Director/ Psychiatrist • Program Coordinator • Registered Nurse (PT/FT) • Behavioral Health Techs (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 • Care Coordinator • Driver Visit www.guidancecarecenter.org or careers.westcare.com to apply.

EEOC/DFWP, Bilingual a plus; Drug & background screening required.

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

HIRING

Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn

• TOP PAY for Experienced & Licensed Electricians • Benefits • Over 36 years in Marathon • Voted Best Electrical Contractor • Confidentiality Assured • If you know someone who would like to take their profession to the next level please call:

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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.

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CITY OF MARATHON, FLORIDA 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050

Phone: (305) 743-0033 Fax: (305) 743-3667

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR Cleaning Services City of Marathon City Hall and Fire Station NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received by the CITY OF MARATHON, until 3:00 P.M on June 9, 2016, at the City offices located at 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL, 33050. Commencing at 3:00 pm on June 9, 2016, bids received will be opened and read aloud at City Hall.

The work for which RFQS are to be submitted consists of furnishing all labor, materials, supervision, equipment, supplies, tools, services, & all other necessary incidentals required to perform complete cleaning services at City Hall Offices, Council Chambers and Marathon Fire Station Public Areas.

RFQS shall be prepared, addressed and submitted in compliance with detailed instructions as set forth in the contract documents. Bid packages may be picked up at City Hall, 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida, 33050 or on DemandStar.com There will be a mandatory pre-bid conference on Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at 4:00 pm beginning at City Hall and ending at Marathon Fire Rescue Station 15 so that prospective bidders may view the work areas.

City of Marathon Local Preference Ordinance 2014-02 applies to this bid and is attached to the bid document.

The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive irregularities, technical errors and formalities, and to award the contract as it deems will best serve the interest of the City. The City is not responsible for any costs incurred by bidders in developing their RFQ.

NEED SOME CASH? SELL YOUR CAR - OR BOAT - OR SOFA! For as little as $55/week, your AD (with or without photo) will be seen from Key Largo to Key West. Call 305-743-0844 or email ben@keysweekly.com today.

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Thorough searching? Absolutely!

A true story about just how far TSA screening can go…

L

ong lines at airports courtesy of the TSA Checkpoints are in the news again, especially this Memorial Day holiday weekend. While the wizards in Washington (not the NBA team) try and figure out how to make things work better, and while airports debate hiring their own security crews to keep the lines as short as possible, I will again relate this absolutely true story about what happened to me at a TSA checkpoint.

As a matter of background, let me assure you that I do everything possible to get through the TSA checkpoints as smoothly as possible. I usually wear a pullover shirt, elastic waistband pants (no belt), and shoes with no metal inside. I empty the contents of my pockets into the provided trays and let all those possessions go through the x-ray machine.

This particular nightmarish incident happened in Tallahassee. At the time, I was Marathon’s Mayor. Also at that time, removal of shoes was not required at all airports. Many times, I’d simply walk through the metal detectors with my shoes still on my feet, pick up my stuff, and head to the gate.

Other times, screeners would ask me to wait until they could swab my shoes with some test paper that they’d insert into this machine that would let them know that I wasn’t a terrorist. Then I’d pick up my stuff and head for the gate.

Not this time. As I cleared the metal detector — withJOHN out sounding an alarm — this enormous mouth-breather BARTUS wearing a TSA uniform motions for me to walk down this Plexiglas-lined hallway. As I enter the hallway, and I swear is a City Council I am not making this up, this lifetime underachiever sticks member and a former Mayor of his foot out and trips me. No apology, no “excuse me.” I the City of Maraswore. He turned and looked at me as if I had the number thon. John is also “666” tattooed across my forehead and said, “You don’t a musician who have to take the Lord’s name in vain!” performs around Glaring back at the big lummox, I said, “You didn’t town at various establishments. have to trip me now either, did you?!” Still no apology. At this point, I knew I was headed to Hell. I just didn’t know how far down the handbasket was going. My traveling companions, all of whom made it through the checkpoint, are looking back at me and wondering just what offense I’ve committed.

“Remove your shoes,” I was commanded. I complied. They were swabbed down and sent through the x-ray machine. “Stand up and spread your legs and hold out your arms.” I did as I was told so the large strawberry-blonde redneck swamp ape could “wand” me with his handheld metal detector. “Stay in that position.” Again, I did as I was told so that this evolutionary throwback could don a pair of rubber gloves and give me a far-too-intimate patdown.

Then, the final straw: “I need to look down your pants.”

“Excuse me?”

“Sir, I need to look down your pants.” So right there, in the middle of this Plexiglas hallway at the Tallahassee Airport’s TSA checkpoint, in plain view of hundreds of passengers and airport employees and whoever else wanted a peek, I stretched out my elastic waistband pants so that this Paleolithic pervert could gaze at my crotch.

The last straw having been broken, I unloaded with both barrels. “Is there anything else you’d like to see, sir? Is there any other position I can assume for you, sir? Are you sure you don’t want to perform a personal strip search, sir?” As he backed away from me, red-faced, I said, “I am an elected official in this state. As such, I swore an oath to uphold and defend the Constitution of these United States. You ought to try reading it sometime.”

With that, I exited the Plexiglas hallway, picked up my stuff and headed for the gate.

• • • • John Bartus performs tonight (Friday) at the Florida Keys Country Club, Saturday afternoon at the Postcard Inn in Islamorada, Saturday night at the Key Colony Inn, Wednesdays at Tarpon Creek, and Thursdays at Sparky’s Landing. www.johnbartus.com

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Wendy Marks REALTOR® 305-394-7722

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www.680Cruikshank.com OPEN WATER VIEWS and quick, deep draft boating, 105 ft. concrete seawall/dock, davits, tiki hut. 2,741 sf, 3BD/3BA home is on 12,318 sf lot with gated drive. Multiple decks, metal roof. $1,275,000. MLS#569624. For pics and info text P224183 to 85377.

www.20935-2nd.com CBS POOL HOME on spectacular 100’ wide flow-through canal with deep draft boat access. 2564 sq. ft., 3BD/3BA home offers screened pool, lanai w/wet bar & built in grill, 127 ft. concrete dock & davits, 2-car garage. $1,049,000. MLS#569572. For pics & info text P322726 to 85377.

www.29479Ranger.com CANAL-FRONT HOME is immaculate! 7500 sq. ft. fenced lot, concrete dock, boat lift, 3BD/2BA split-bedroom floor plan. Hip roof, 18” tile floors, huge screened porch overlooks the canal. $675,000. MLS#570325. For pics & info text P320456 to 85377.

www.30891Granada.com PEACEFUL OPEN WATER location is ideal for kayaks & paddle boards. 1568 sf home has spacious great room, cathedral ceiling, large master suite, walk-in closet. Boat ramp nearby. $669,500. MLS#570597. For pics & info text P327122 to 85377.

www.31508AvenueF.com LOW MAINTENANCE SO YOU CAN FISH EVERY DAY! Quick boat access to Bogie Channel, ocean and back country, wide turning basin. 2BD/2BA home built in 2006 is neat as a pin!

Tile floors throughout. $398,500. MLS#568960. For pics & info text P513500 to 85377.