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LOCAL CHATTER By Hays Blinckmann Valentine’s Day is the one day of the year that we can tackle the age old question, what do women really want? Is it chocolates and roses? Expensive dinner dates or Netflix in bed? Maybe it’s something more, but then again, maybe it’s something less. So we asked women …
What do you really, really want for Valentine’s Day?
Signs of a heart attack are rarely this obvious.
“I would burn down Hallmark and then send them a condolence card.” Aubrey Otten speaks for the masses who want to take down the corporate-driven holiday.
“I just want a big, fudgy brownie,” said Kristen Blanchard. She wants to keep it simple and sweet, literally.
“What I really want is to actually know what I really want on Valentine’s Day.” Alexa Nevenfeldt voiced what women rarely say out loud… ssshhh.
During a heart attack, every minute matters. So, know the warning signs. If you experience them, call 911 and get to the nearest emergency room. And know that Lower Keys Medical Center is here to help
“I just want to lick your face,” said Pepper, an associate at Firefly.
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Sandy West wants, “The RIGHT partner.” Put that on a candy heart.
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he Monroe County Board of County Commissioners voted 5-0 to approve future land use and zoning changes to two parcels of land owned by Rockland Operations on Big Coppitt and Rockland keys for a much-needed affordable/workforce housing project at the Wednesday monthly meeting at the Harvey Government Center in Key West. The Board approved changing the zoning from Industrial (I) and Commercial Fishing Area (CFA) to Mixed Use (MU) with limitations on a 14.8-acre parcel on Big Coppitt Key, where the proposed project would be built. The Board also approved changing the zoning from Industrial (I) to Commercial 2 (C2) on the parcel on Rockland Key, where no residential housing would be allowed. The Board voted to approve
the future land use and zoning changes on the proposed residential development project with the criteria that only affordable housing can be built on the site, and that the mix must be at least 20 percent of low and very low housing combined, at least 10 percent median housing and the rest moderate housing. The proposed project would allow for a maximum of 212 units, making the break down about 42 units (very low and low combined), 21 median and 149 moderate. The Commissioners acknowledged the concerns of residents who live near the proposed development about increased traffic and a change of their neighborhood’s character, but voted to allow the zoning changes due to the undeniable need of affordable/workforce housing in the County. The County has 710 affordable Rate of Growth Ordinance units remaining, but they have
not been used in recent years due to the high cost of land in the Keys that makes affordable housing projects cost prohibitive. This proposed project is in the hands of developers who already own the land and are using commercial funding. To advance the project, Rockland Operations must next propose a development agreement that is consistent with the
County’s Comprehensive Plan and County Code, as well as the criteria adopted at Wednesday’s BOCC meeting. The developers also will have to receive approval down the line from the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, the BOCC again and other entities, as well as go through the building permitting process, before they could ever break ground.
Keys receive $3 million for wastewater By Jason Koler
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his past Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers announced it would provide $3 million in funding towards the Florida Keys Water Quality Improvement Program (FKWQIP). This announcement comes less than two months after Rep. Curbelo (FL-26) signed a bi-partisan letter addressed to Assistant Secretary Darcy, urging her to give full and fair consideration to this critical project that directly benefits the Florida Keys. Last month, a contingent consisting of Key Largo Wastewater District Chairman Robby Majeska, Marathon Vice Mayor Bill Kelly and Islamorada Mayor Deb Gillis traveled to Washington to lobby on behalf of the grant. “My freezing in Washington D.C. last month paid off,” Gillis announced on her Facebook page. “This money goes for water quality projects such as sewers. Islamorada will receive
$1.5 million of this money.” Key Largo and Marathon will receive $749,000 each to complete improvements. Both Key Largo and Marathon completed their systems in 2010. Islamorada was granted a five-year extension and concluded work this past December. “Our Congressman Curbelo deserves the credit for this victory,” said Marathon Vice Mayor Bill Kelly. “He told us whatever we needed he would help us get it done.” In his November letter, Curbelo referred to the Keys as a “national treasure” and for water treatment standards that are four times more stringent than most other parts of the nation. The Florida Keys Water Quality Improvement Act was passed by Congress in 2000. It approved spending up to $100 million of federal dollars on wastewater funding.
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he Monroe County School District will soon be presenting a report on the missing Horace O’Bryant (HOB) daycare funds, which have now been calculated to be $21,731.51. When the State Attorney’s office has completed its investigation, we will receive the school district’s internal report on the who, what, and why it happened — including Superintendent Mark Porter’s discipline recommendations for those involved. I expect these reports at our upcoming meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 23. Disciplining employees is solely the responsibility of the Superintendent. He can opt for light or severe consequences and he is not obligated to make it public. He does not have to come before the board for a vote. However, in light of our past scandal and the current media attention given to this
matter, it would be political suicide for him to hide this from the public. I was on the School Board when we had a major scandal a few years ago, and I was extremely unhappy with the consequences brought forth by the superintendent serving at the time. Former Superintendent Burke’s sanctions were tantamount to “a slap on the wrist.” I felt the discipline recommendations were too light given the gravity of the situation and therefore, I voted no. The board majority, unfortunately, voted to accept the “slap on the wrist” recommendations. Superintendent Burke based his discipline recommendations on a forensic report that was created by a Miami accounting firm as well as input from a Tampa law firm.
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Both firms were hired by the School Board to investigate the theft. The cost for these investigations amounted to more than $300,000. I was amazed to see a call to bring in both of these same firms to investigate the current misappropriation of funds. This current situation is confined to one program in one school and is not going to expand into numerous departments as the last situation did. In our current situation, the State Attorney’s office will investigate this matter thoroughly for any criminal aspect. Our attorneys will investigate to identify those who failed in their duties but are not guilty of criminal offenses. This can and will be done at a minimal cost to the district. In my opinion, common sense should dictate that anyone guilty of stealing would be fired immediately. Also, if there is evidence that would lead to a reasonable expectation of a guilty verdict in a court of law, then those persons should be prosecuted. Those that for whatever reason declined to perform their assigned tasks or provide proper oversight of the program should face consequences appropriate to their failure and dereliction of duty. In the previous scandal, our past Superintendent, Joseph Burke recommended 10-day suspensions and a slight drop in salary for a few administrators and no consequences at all for several others. Bear in mind that the previous scandal had documented more than $400,000 in theft and had many more cases of apparent theft but lacked the evidence to prove it. This would have brought the total to well over $1 million. If we hired the same investigators as in the past, with our current $20,000 loss, I wonder what trivial reprimands would have been recommended. Thankfully this current board has voted to not bring back the same firms. We did so at an open board meeting explaining our reasons, namely cost and past results. Yet, surprisingly we still have a small group clamoring for their return. While they aggressively and continuously continued on page 14
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HAYS BLINCKMANN/Keys Weekly 1. Marsha Conley, left, with Helen Garcia, rally the swimmers. This is Marsha’s fourth year organizing the event. She’s on her way to her goal: raise $10,000 for Samuel’s House. 2. Bindy Blatt, left, with Linda Hinchcliffe and Ken Higgins enjoy the sight of their friends taking the plunge while they stay warm and dry in their Keys winter coats 3. Jo and Helena Reddick with friends, Carolyn and Dennis Perkins, come representing Boyd’s campground and ready to swim. 4. Supporters of the Samuel House hop heartily into the February water at Higgs Beach. 5. Laurie Skinner emerges from the refreshing water in good spirits, pink tutu intact. 6. Bill Trout fuels his swim with a Cuban coffee.
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Needed: Retreat houses for survivors Little Pink Houses of Hope planning fourth annual retreat By Kristen Livengood
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or some families in the Little Pink Houses of Hope program, this may be the last time they will all be together as a family; for some, their last vacation together at all. Little Pink Houses of Hope brings together breast cancer survivors and patients who have doctor’s clearance to come for a weeklong vacation to Key West. Last year, eight homes were donated for a June 19 retreat to the Southernmost City. “We are looking for anything — conch shack, condo, or house,” said Key West coordinator Amy Gage, who has three houses lined up and needs at least three more to make the program happen this summer. Gage has nine families lined up, if six more houses come available. The program gives the woman fighting breast cancer and her family a no-worries vacation to Key West. “The only expense to the family is transportation,” said Gage, who with her team of local volunteers stock homes with food and helps arrange lunches and dinners for the families. The volunteers act as concierges, helping the families plan excursions donated by local businesses, like FURY Watersports and Lazy Dog paddling.
Last year, Kate Johnson and her husband Joe visited from Morgantown, North Carolina after hearing about it from a friend. She was battling breast cancer since 2010 and was in stage four of her diagnosis. “This island is so beautiful, and we love this atmosphere,” she said while lunching at Two Friends Patio one afternoon. Lynn Cameron from St. Pete visited with her daughters. She was in treatment for the past four years and enjoyed the standup paddle boarding with her family the most. “I’ve always wanted to try it,” she said. For the families who come
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down with children, Gage sets up childcare so the parents can enjoy a date night. “We make it so the families can walk in and just exhale,” said Gage. “There is a lot of weight on their shoulders, and this is one week that they don’t have to think about anything.” The families end the week with sunset and dinner at Ft. Zach, which is donated by Three Fine Cooks, who also donate the welcome dinner. Other donors include Chicago’s and Historic Tours of America. “It’s amazing listening to these families share their stories at the end of the week,” said Gage. “Most tried things they’ve never tried before. It’s why we do this, these families will have these forever memories.” March 15 is the deadline to have the houses pinned down for the families. To donate a house for the week of June 19, or get more information on the program, call Gage at 305-879-2655 or email amyg@littlepink.org.
Little Pink Houses of Hope provides a free week long vacation for breast cancer patients and their families. “We believe a cancer diagnosis does not just affect the patient, but the entire family,” said founder Jeanine Patten-Coble. “Every beach retreat is designed to help families relax, reconnect and rejuvenate during the cancer journey.” More information on the program can be found at littlepink.org.
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ey Lime pie, flip-flops and happy hour. All of these things are synonymous with the Key West way-of-life. The name Caffeine Carl certainly belongs at the forefront of this list, too. It would be very difficult to find anyone who lives and/ or has visited Key West that is not familiar with Carl and his unbelievable guitar playing and showmanship. Carl Wagoner was born and raised here in Key West. A much
quieter, military-based island back then, Key West was the perfect place for Carl to begin his musical journey. Carl’s first taste of music began at a very early age when he began messing around on his parents Thomas organ, slowly picking out melodies and eventually piecing together chord structures. This, paired with his brother’s “extensive” record collection, peaked his interest in music, especially rock ‘n’ roll. On Christmas Eve of 1980, Carl received his very first guitar at the age of 14 and he’s been, “pickin’ and grinnin’ ever since.” Today, Carl has his hand in an array of different bands and projects. His band Caffeine Carl and the Buzz can be found at the Smokin’ Tuna
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights and on Wednesday nights he is at the Lazy Gecko as part of a trio featuring himself, Tony Baltimore and Lee Venters. Carl can also be found playing along the likes of Nick Norman, Joal Rush, Scott Kirby, Claire Finley and many more. As a member of the Sunday Ramble Band, Carl joins many of these same Key West musician’s along with other special guests, to perform all-original music once every couple month’s at the incredible Key West Theater. “The joy of being able to share the stage with all the other Key West musicians you know, but rarely get to play with, is what makes the Sunday Ramble so unique,” Carl said. Carl will take the stage at the Key West Theater again on Saturday, Feb. 20, opening up for the incredible Robert Randolph & the Family Band. Named one of Rolling Stones “top 100 guitarists” Robert Randolph brings what is sure to be an unforgettable performance to Key West and Carl couldn’t be more excited. “I am a huge fan of Robert Randolph and let me tell ya, we gonna blow the roof of the Key West Theater,” Carl said. Find tickets on www.ticketfly. com by searching Robert Randolph Family Band in Key West.
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Third World coming to Key West. Moonsplash concert set for Feb. 27
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ne of Reggae's premier bands Third World, has not played in Key West in more than seven years, but that is about to change, as they are headlining this year's Reggae Moonsplash Festival on Saturday, Feb. 27. This year’s festival takes place at the East Martello Fort and features three great "can’t miss" bands. Third World, who hails from Jamaica, has received 10 Grammy Nominations and was awarded "The United Nations Peace Medal" for their contributions in music and lyrical prose. Furthermore, the Reggae icons have performed with tons of rock heavyweights, including Bruce Springsteen, Eric Clapton, Santana, Peter Gabriel and Sting. Also, Johnny Dread, a local favorite with Cuban roots, will be the opening act at the festival — equipped with new material and classics hits. Johnny Dread has been in high demand after opening for The Wailers at last year's Moonsplash Festival in Key West. Also, fans will be treated to a newcomer at this year’s show. The Antigua-based Causion will perform in the Southernmost City for the first time. The group will showcase their island roots, known for its soca and calypso music — creating the perfect Reggae fusion. Moonsplash is produced by The Rotary Club of Key West, along with Key West Arts & Historical Society. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Rotary's College Scholarship Fund. East Martello, which has recently hosted a handful of national acts, promises to be an ideal location for this year’s Reggae Festival, which comes fully equipped with food and drink vendors, beer and liquor and a kids area. The show is from 5 to 11 p.m. and advance tickets (along with V.I.P.) are available at www.keystix.com or Neptune Designs, Bagatelle and Southernmost Beach Cafe. For more details, call 305-754-4044.
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BOTTLE CAP LOUNGE DJ Dance Party – Fridays and Saturdays Country Dancing with Marvin – Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. DJ Dino House Music– Tuesdays at 10 p.m. Karaoke with Shawn – Wednesdays at 8 p.m.
Bartender Daria Kohler mixes up a green alligator at Irish Kevin’s.
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his is definitely one of the strongest drinks we have,” said Daria Kohler as she was shaking up a green alligator at the upstairs bar in the back of Irish Kevin’s on Duval Street. “It’s a sweet drink, so a lot of people like that about it, plus it’s green and we are at Irish Kevin’s.” Kohler celebrated her seventh anniversary in Key West on New Year’s Day, and has been at Irish Kevin’s since her arrival on the island. “I had friends who told me if I moved down I’d have a job and a place to stay, so I moved,” she said. Her favorite part of the job – meeting new people. “Everyone is tipsy and happy most of the time,” she said. “The upstairs spot is a great local’s spot, and it’s a little quieter,” she said only having to raise her voice half as much while yelling over the bar. When Kohler isn’t mixing up cocktails late night at Kevin’s, she spends her mornings putting her fingers to work at Southernmost on the Beach as a massage therapist or walking her dog. She does miss the snow from up north, and likes to get off the rock to go snowboarding at least once each winter. She’s probably tearing up the mountains of Breckenridge, Colorado as we speak. Irish Kevin’s is located at 211 Duval St., Key West.
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state they want accountability, they call for the return of a previously used firm whose past recommendations were questionable at best. Even when one of the firm’s $30,000 plus expenses fee was rejected by the School Board, it then offered its services for free. Most people I know would be very suspicious of such an offer. Carnival hustlers use sleight of hand and misdirection to guide their customers and I wonder if this is a case of directing attention to a very vocal call for accountability while trying to slip in an outcome that in all probability may be at best a very minor “slap on the wrist.” One can only speculate as to reasons why. — Monroe County School Board Member John Dick is the vice chairman of the board and represents the Middle Keys. He was first elected in 2006 and his current term expires in 2018. BRIEFLY Free Gardenfest Valentine’s weekend Gardenfest takes place Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden. Entry is free. There will be plant vendors, natural products, art, crafts, refreshments and live music. There will also be a Kid’s Science Corner, presentation on environmental topics, and guided tours of the park are also scheduled. For more information, visit kwbgs.org.
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ART SCENE
Little gallery charts its own course
Harrison Gallery celebrating 30 years this month Helen Harrison puts together one of her newer pieces.
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arried 43 years, Helen and Ben Harrison have been steadfast and true in their love for each other and their gallery. The result is one of the most successful and long-standing galleries in Key West, Harrison Gallery, often referred to as “the little gallery on White Street.” In the 1980s, after 11 years on a sailboat, the Harrison’s docked in Key West and, like most, never left. Their boat had made them lovers of woodworking so Helen and Ben charted a course into the world of art and remained true to their mariner hearts, as craftsmen and free spirits. The goal was to sell their art year round, prompting them to buy the property on White street, house included, and open Harrison Gallery and Music 30 years ago. Their beginnings were simple. Ben was playing music around town so they sold guitar strings and drumsticks from the shop. Helen imported furniture and textiles from Costa Rica and Nicaragua and started her art studio in the back. Eventually, Helen and Ben’s love of sculpture and art won, and the gallery offered fewer commercial goods and involved more artists. “I have a good eye and aesthetics. I know what I like. The thrill of it is to see everyone’s art,” she said. They dropped “Music “ from the name and
Helen and Ben are celebrating 30 years of gallery history.
began showing other artists. For example, local favorite, Rick Worth launched his illustrious painting career with Helen more than 25 years ago. The 30th anniversary show will focus solely on Helen’s work. Her iconic palm sculptures and crafted gourds always take center stage. But Helen will display some newer works on paper and paintings that reflect her dedication to craft and the environment. Fittingly, Helen and Ben Harrison are celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Harrison Gallery on Thursday, Feb. 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. The gallery is located at 825 White St., Key West. The public is invited.
she is dressing works in white gold and silver leaf. The works feel regal and quiet, the years of experience both as an artist and a gallery owner shining through and exuding the knowledge that only comes with age. Helen claims she is just trying to “stay in the groove” … but she is the groove. She has mentored 10 “gallery girls” who have gone on to either make or sell art in her footsteps. Helen has been open for almost all the “Night On White” events for the past decade. She has hosted shows for jewelry makers, dress designers, painters, sculptors — all kinds of artists who may have never gotten a chance without her love for art. Like the life Helen and Ben have crafted in Key West, the gallery was never just about them, but about the community they cherish. And don’t wonder if the Harrison’s or their gallery will quit anytime soon. Like a true artist, Helen mused, “I still have so much to do.”
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Monroe County Democrats hosting housing forum
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The Monroe County Democratic Party is hosting a non-partisan public forum to address the affordable housing crisis in Key West on Tuesday, Feb. 23 at 6 p.m. at Harvey Government Center, 1200 Truman Ave. Panelists will include local experts in affordable housing development, government and agency executives, and elected officials. A social event will follow at Café Bistro. For more information, contact chair@ floridakeysdemocrats.org.
Proceeds from the Christina’s Courage 5K will go to the rape and child abuse shelter. The event is taking place Saturday, Feb. 13 at 8 a.m. from the Sheriff’s Headquarters at 5525 College Rd., Stock Island. Advanced registration is $25 and can be done at the packet pick-up on Friday, Feb. 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Sheriff’s Office. For more information, call Tiffany at 305293-7409.
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ART SCENE
WHAT’S COMING
KEY WEST ART CENTER Friday, Feb. 12 @ p.m. Artist Christie Fifer
KEPART Saturday, Feb. 13 @ 10:30 a.m. Artists Tedesco and Goldman
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Local painter Christine Fifer will address the membership of the Key West Art Center at its monthly meeting starting at 3:30 p.m. and then stay on to exhibit her work. She paints in a realist style with enamel paints. The event will be at the center located at 301 Front St., Key West.
“Layers,” a joint showing of individual works by visual artist Deborah Goldman and photographer Carol Tedesco, is currently on display at KEPart Studio Gallery, 534 Fleming St., Key West. The artists are hosting a soiree to showcase their use of layers and collage — Tedesco’s digital photographs and Goldman’s painted wooden cut-outs.
“Collections, Key West”— is the second in a series of pop-up exhibits at 6810 Front Street, Stock Island, at Safe Harbor Marina’s Stock Island Yacht Club. The show runs 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, noon to 9 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday. It’s a diverse collection of work by established and emerging artists, a vintage comic book collection, a glass blower and jewelers.
Ceramic show set for Feb. 19
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tudents of Florida Keys Community College’s ceramics club, Mud-Pi, have been busy crafting ceramic bowls, like the ones above, for their annual fundraising event on Friday, Feb. 19 at 6 p.m. at the College’s Key West Campus. The party will feature fine food and drinks and live music by the Marty Stonely Band. As per tradition, attendees will be able to select their own ceramic bowl from which to enjoy their meal and then keep as a souvenir. The funds raised will be used to purchase materials and equipment for Mud-Pi. Advance tickets are $30 at www.keystix.com or $35 at the door.
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ON THE STAGE
Cearley brings the laughs in ‘Buyer & Cellar’
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He brings Streisand’s basement to life
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know a little about stereotypical Barbra Streisand – typical New Yorwka,’ big nose, sings music. I don’t think I would even recognize one of her songs. I have seen her in only one movie, “Meet the Fockers,” which I thought she was amazingly funny in, but that’s the extent of my Barbra knowledge. And, I certainly have never read her book “My Passion For Design,” so when I read the preview on “Buyer & Cellar,” now showing at Red Barn Theatre through March 12, I had my doubts whether this show was my type of fun. And, boy was I wrong. This is was by far the funniest show I have seen in Key West to date. It even tops my last favorite show “Reefer Madness,” which I saw years ago at Waterfront Playhouse, and I’ve seen a lot of plays here in Key West. Nick Cearley, without a doubt, blows this show out of the water. The one-manshow starts by saying the play, although it has some factual basis, is completely imagined — except for the fact that Barbra Streisand does indeed have a mall, with shops and all, in her Malibu mansion’s basement. It’s been compared to an Apple Store designed by a grandmother, complete with frozen yogurt counter, antique shop, vintage clothing boutique filled with “Gigi” and “Funny Girl” wardrobe pieces, a popcorn machine, and, yes, dolls. In the play, the personal department store is served by one employee, Nick More, and one customer, Barbra Streisand.
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Cearley brings playwright Jonathan Tolin’s work to life. The More character meets Streisand, takes inventory, and works the floor, while also dealing with his personal relationships outside of work. (Cearley also plays Streisand and the one-person back-and-forth is amazing.) This show is funny. The audience could barely catch its breath between lines, but Cearley’s timing was impeccable — waiting for the house to catch up before tossing off the next killer. For 90 minutes, Cearley barely takes a breath to the detriment of the audience’s over-laughed, hurting abdominals. The question at the end comes down to this: Can a person create the perfect little world (in her basement)? Bonus points if you have seen Streisand’s “Mirror” and “Gypsy.” Even though, I haven’t, Cearley’s words walked me through each one with precision. I am planning on catching up on some Streisand flicks over the weekend because she was painted as such as interesting character in “Buyer & Cellar.” For tickets, visit redbarntheatre. com, or call 305-296-9911.
Alex More, played by the talented Nick Cearley, makes believe in Barbra Streisand’s basement at Red Barn Theatre in the one-man-show. The show runs through March 12. Cearley will also be doing a short stint in his “Skivvies” with Lauren Molina Feb. 12 through 15 at Red Barn Theatre.
PROGRAM Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor Elena Urioste, violin Joan Tower: Sequoia Pre-Concert Chat with Edward Pitts at 6:45pm.
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HISTORY
A modern-day pirates’ paradise By Hays Blinckmann
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he Chart Room Bar is like the cool kid you remember from high school. Whether or not he got the prom queen or threw the best parties, all of the wildest stories are attributed to him. So it’s impossible to tell if — back in the day — Bob Marley played Dave Clark, bartender, chats with the Chart Room, or grief-crazed degenerates customers under a portrait of Mel snorted their buddy’s ashes off the bar. We Fisher. can be sure that Ernest Hemingway never drank there (a physical impossibility) and someone, somewhere, remembers something but we’ve yet to track down the hard evidence (which might be a good thing). Also, the first ocean power boat races started Only in Key West could a hotel-roomat the Pier House, sponsored by Hennessy turned-bar become one of the most longcognac. The boats raced to the Dry Tortugas standing, story-filled, dim-lit, cherished places and back while all the “spectators” waited at on the island. When David Wolkowsky, famed The Chart Room. local visionary and developer, was told his “Drinks were $1.25 and I made a thousand resort needed a place to drink, the quick fix dollars in one day,” Robinson said, launching was to empty out a hotel room and add some into a story about another bartender, Phil, booze and a mahogany bar. That was all Key and his untimely end — on the run from the Westers and celebrities needed, a place to law and out of state. Jimmy Buffett’s song “A hide from the sun, in the 1960s. Pirate Looks at 40” is widely thought to comChris Robinson, owner of Big Kahuna Charmemorate Phil, and rumors persist to this day ters, was a bartender there in the 1970s and about what exactly happened to his ashes called it an “eye-opening (see the first paragraph). experience.” At 25, he Regardless, it was this served drinks to every episode, or reported important political and episode, that probably municipal figure in town. gave rise to the prac“Key West was run out tice of embedding the of there,” Robinson said. regulars ashes into the “You could get anything bar itself. Up and down fixed — arrests, bonds, the bar, holes have been Peanuts are a ‘thing’ at the Chart Room Bar. parking tickets, even a drilled into the counterbuilding permit. Anytop, ashes spooned in, thing short of murder, and I could get it taken and the openings corked. A plaque next to care of.” the cremation niche honors the dead. Most Back then it was mostly a day bar, a place famous is Mel Fisher who charted his search for the mayor and commissioners, fire and for the Atocha at the old spool table. Compolice chiefs, state and local attorney genermander of the Conch Republic Army Geoff als and future celebrities. Chapman, who celebrated the secession from When Jimmy Buffet began his career at the union regularly at the Chart Room Bar, the Chart Room Bar, it was to an audience also arranged to leave a bit of himself behind. of Hunter S. Thompson, Tom Corcoran, Tom So did Bob — no one really knows who Bob McGuane, Jim Croce, and singer Jerry Jeff is — and James “Whistle” Cox and Panamah Walker (Mr. Bojangles). It was a time when no Peat. There’s a hole already drilled for Che one was famous and drinking was a sport. Kohen, founder of the Rowdy Dinner Club,
The Chart Room Bar at Pier House Resort: An Immodest History
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Chartroom’s Gentleman’s Club and Occasional Choir. The Weekly left him a note at bar, but he hasn’t returned the call, yet. Back in the day, locals scoffed at margaritas. During the Chart Room’s “Classless Summer of ’72,” tequila gimlets were served with fresh Key lime in a brandy sifter — no mix or salt in sight. Full of pictures, memorabilia, and maybe an undiscovered hot dog or two, The Chart Room emblematizes Key West’s history of long tales, good times, and some things better left unsaid, or at least attributed. The stories continue to circulate — whether true or flagrantly embellished — about the friendships forged, stars born and the entire city’s brazen history. All this, from a convertedhotel-room-turned-bar.
Rumored celebrity patrons of the Chart Room include: Truman Capote, Tennessee Williams, Jimmy Buffet, Hunter S. Thompson, Bob Marley, Tom Corcoran, Jim Harrison, Robin Williams, Jim Croce, Shel Silverstein and Jerry Jeff Walker.
ENTERTAINMENT
Double date for Valentine’s Day Landon Bradbary and Miguel Perez host a tourist show for locals By Hays Blinckmann
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ooking for that perfect couple to hang out with on Valentine’s Day? That couple who seems to go together like tequila and a jukebox? That can make you laugh harder than a good tourist joke? On Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 13-14, Landon Bradbary and Miguel Perez are putting on the Key West Variety Show at the Key West Theater. For two nights, the comedy duo will entertain, amuse and seduce the audience with banter, song, and skits. Don’t expect good, clean fun, however, as they tackle the theme of “Love” on Valentine’s day; nothing is off limits. Landon landed in Key West 13 years ago from the far off Oz of New York City, a veteran of theater, opting to be poor and happy. “I’ve been successful at both,” he said, smiling. Landon bartends at The Porch most nights, where he met up with Miguel Perez, a Key West native and hip local musician, playing outside.
Miguel’s music varies from Latin flavor jams, mellow hip hop to the ironic raps of MC Couscous, his alter ego. (The two collaborated on Miguel’s music videos, cementing their destiny to perform together. Watch the “3000 Thread Count” video and you will see them shine with millennial glossiness and ironic glory.) Landon is quite obviously the fire behind the duo but Miguel
Basically, I have two drinks and treat it like a cocktail party. No one goes home alone, even if I have to go with them. — Landon Bradbary
is the gasoline. Without filter or shame, they entertain. This is their third Variety show. Landon takes center stage hosting, and Miguel is his musical sidekick. Years of working with the Key West Burlesque show, Landon has gathered an assortment of performers including: Joe Madaus and Lliam Dufresne providing additional comedy, Dan Schwab giving out inappropriate Valentines, Tony Baltimore and Claire Sawyer smoothing things over with some Jazz, and Velvet Garcia paying tribute to David Bowie. One special act not to be missed is Melissa Arleth with her trained rats performing Cirque De Sewer. And last but not least, Landon will be reenacting bad Trip Advisor reviews of local restaurants. “This show is good for singles, couples and people dating themselves,” Landon promises. Go, laugh, enjoy the full bar and remember Pat Benatar’s immortal words, “Love is a Battlefield” as they shamelessly tickle your candy hearts. Check out their videos and music at www.miguelperezmusic.com or buy tickets at www. keywesttheater.com
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NEXT WEEKEND The entertainment features the dancers of Dance Key West, left. The performance is set to the original music of the New Orleans duo Cole ‘n’ Keef, below.
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t’s about living your truth, following your dreams … it’s storytelling set to and inspired by original music and expressed through dance.” That’s how Artistic Director of Dance Key West, Kyla Piscopink, describes her upcoming production “Cherry Red,” premiering at The Studios of Key West this month. It’s set for Friday and Saturday, Feb. 19-20 at 8 p.m. at the Studios of Key West on Eaton Street. Kyla returns to the stage in “Cherry Red” alongside fellow dancer Jordan Fife Hunt (“After these Messages,” “1969,” “Train in the Distance”) but this time with the live music of New Orleans based superduo, Cole ‘n’ Keef, serving as the backdrop for their evocative moves. Comprised of Cole Williams and Keith Burnstein, Cole ‘n’ Keef are known for their use of pianos, drums and their distinctive blend of male-female harmony. Tickets at available at tskw. org.
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DATES Feb. 13-14 • Gardenfest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden, Stock Island. Saturday, Feb. 13 • Christina’s Courage 5K Run/ Walk at 8 a.m. from Sheriff Headquarters, Stock Island. • Walk on the Wild(flower) Side kid’s program at 9:45 a.m. to noon at Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center, Big Pine Key.
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Thursday, Feb. 18 • Café Con Libros author talk: Ralph DePalma at 10 a.m. at Key West library. • Android device and Kindle Fire Overdrive App overview at 10 a.m. at Key West Library. • Old Time Scythian Good Time Tour concert at 6 p.m. at Grimal Grove, Big Pine Key. • V.I.P. Lecture Series featuring Broadway legend Ben Vereen at 7 p.m. at Tennessee Williams Theater, Stock Island. Friday, Feb. 19 • Intergovernmental Workforce Housing Roundtable from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marathon’s County Government Center. • Lower Sugarloaf two-hour bike ride at 9 a.m. Meet at Key Deer Visitor Center, Big Pine Key. • AIDS Help support “30 Years of Caring” event from 6-8 p.m. at Little White House.
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Vicki has known Jack Lyons since she was two years old, when her older brother used to date his babysitter. “We grew up next to each other in Hialeah,” she said. “When I was 16, we even visited Big Pine Key together.” The two dated awhile longer before going their separate ways for 17 years. “I called him on his birthday one year and got so scared I hung up the phone,” she said. He called her back and they’ve been married for 20 years now. The two share a common bond of Miami Hurricane’s football, not missing any home games, and traveling to most of the away games. They also just finishing building their dream house in Port Pine Heights in Big Pine Key. “We pick and choose our battles,” she said. “And, we both love the same things — fishing, diving, and boating. A happy marriage is really simple, we still hold each other’s hand and still love each other’s company.”
SABRINA & RONNIE
You would never believe Sabrina and Ronnie Acevedo met at a library, but you would believe they met at a dance club called The Late Night Library while both were attending Florida State University. (Shhh, don’t tell their parents) But that is the kind of fun, vibrant couple these two have always been together. They met 23 years ago and now have been married for 18. Ronnie, born and raised in Key West, had a plan: live in nine different cities to prove the obvious choice was to return to paradise, creating their permanent home here with friends and family. In Key West for 14 years, they have had the next generation of Acevedos: Greyson, 11 and Piper, 7. Sabrina has been with Doug Mayberry Real Estate from its start and Ronnie is with the popular Coastal Wine and Spirits.
ANGIE & ABBY
Angie Arkin and Abby Duckwall met fortuitously in 2006 when Abby came to Angie for a reading. Angie is an established intuitive healer in Key West, but she didn’t see what was coming when Abby stepped in the door. Both of them vibrant, appreciative and humorous in nature, they were immediately drawn to one another. They had their first date at La Trattoria and subsequently, it never ended. Prone to practical jokes, Abby, who works at Date and Thyme, keeps Angie laughing and their cats running. Married last June on Higgs Beach during a rainstorm, they knew they could weather anything. Not knowing if friends or family would show in the storm, Angie and Abby were surprised to find 50 guests huddled under umbrellas, drenched but with undeterred excitement for the couple. This is why they love Key West, the people and the vibe.
NICK & KELLY Like many relationships in Key West, you have to cross paths many times before looking up and seeing each other. Nick and Kelly Norman were friends, and then it happened one night at The Green Parrot — everything changed. It had been seven years since they had seen each other and Nick, a musician, was performing. Kelly looked up and couldn’t help but fall in love with his smile. After that night, they saw each other again at the best party in town, Fantasy Fest, and decided the fun never had to end. A year later they were engaged and married shortly after, but their most cherished moment together has been welcoming their 11-month-old daughter, Taylor. Nick and Kelly take advantage of the rare privilege and opportunity the island affords, they work together at the Key West Theater. Nick, 36, is the music director and Kelly, 34, marketing and development director. They embrace island life enjoying “almost no commute to work” and tons of family time with each other and their daughter. And best of all, “Taylor loves watching her daddy perform.”
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CROSSWORD THEME: U.S. PRESIDENTS
GIVING
Unsung Heroes honored at 16th annual Volunteers of the Year luncheon By Kristen Livengood
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nsung Heroes celebrates volunteerism and community service. The Community Foundation of the Florida Keys shined the spotlight on the good deeds of 90 volunteers who gave their time and talents to non-profits in the Florida Keys. Monroe County charitable organizations nominated their volunteers to be recognized for their good work. Since 1996, the Community Foundation has been working with non-profits, volunteers, and donors to build philanthropy and support the important work of non-profits in making the Florida Keys a better place to live now and in the future.
ABBY OGLESBEE ACROSS 1. Bit of parsley 6. Jodie Foster’s “___’s Island” 9. Hat-tipper’s word 13. Baby grand, e.g. 14. ____ ____ mode 15. Baggins of the Shire 16. DNA and RNA 17. Any high mountain 18. Daisylike bloom 19. *Hailed as the “Father of the Constitution” 21. *First Republican President 23. Lungful 24. Darn a sock, e.g. 25. Bldg unit 28. *John Adams to John Quincy Adams 30. Soldier’s knapsack 35. Inside scoop 37. 16 of these in Tennessee Ernie Ford song 39. Masonic doorkeeper 40. Smoothie berry 41. *George to George W. 43. Hindu serpent deity 44. Most are now wireless 46. Glacier’s deposit 47. Smiley face 48. Chole____ 50. Windshield option 52. “C’____ la vie!” 53. Number of judges on Supreme Court 55. Leave speechless 57. “On guard” to a fencer 61. *Under him, the White House debuted its website 65. “Will comply” in radio communication 66. One of five W’s 68. Smooth 69. Fill with high spirits 70. Tan maker 71. October 31 option 72. Scarlet and crimson 73. Indeed 74. Hollers
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DOWN 1. Unwanted correspondence 2. Type of type 3. Policemen’s surprise 4. Calcutta’s home 5. Blake Lively’s “____ Girl” 6. Indian flatbread 7. “____ at ease” 8. Breakfast syrup 9. Catchall abbr. 10. ____phobia, fear of heights 11. Cain’s unfortunate brother 12. Between dawn and noon 15. Movie “Smokey and the ____” 20. Talk like Demosthenes 22. Cartridge contents 24. Official command 25. *First to live in Executive Mansion 26. Lace loop 27. *Clinton signed North American Free ____ Agreement 29. *First “Dark Horse” presidential candidate 31. Sound of a small bell 32. Emanation from a loudspeaker 33. Knight’s breastplate 34. *First to run against a woman 36. Wedding cake layer 38. 18-wheeler 42. Of the kidneys 45. *Liberia’s capital named after him 49. Jar cover 51. “American Horror Story” disgraced clown 54. Full of news 56. Accustom 57. Water carrier 58. World’s longest river 59. Alternative to Saran 60. Parts of play 61. Flipside of pros 62. Asian weight unit 63. *Like President’s office 64. Brooklyn players 67. Tint
Lower Keys Women’s Club “It is an honoring and humbling experience because I don’t do it for recognition,” said Abby Oglesbee, Lower Keys Women’s Club’s Unsung Hero. “It was like a big thank you hug from the group.” She became involved with the group when her neighbor brought her to a luncheon in 2003. “I see a need in our community for people who don’t have many resources,” she said, adding that her mother’s illness motivated her to help others who cannot help themselves. “I hope to continue to energize the club with all that I have learned and growing the club to help even more charities.”
ROB STOBER Good Health Clinic “We have been supporters of the Good Health Clinic since they opened in 2004,” said Rob Stober, of his involvement and that of his wife, Claudia. He was recently asked to enter the Big Kahuna contest to help raise money for the clinic. Unfortunately, he is limited to winning Big Kahuna only once, but is continuing to support the organization by following the tradition of helping the new
Abby Oglesbee with her husband Deek attend the Unsung Heroes luncheon. Kids Come First’s Unsung Hero Mark Todaro thanks his wife Sunny Booker for getting him involved with the non-profit years ago.
‘The Clinic has a great staff who fulfils a real need for our locals who can’t get healthcare anywhere else,’ said Rob Stober.
contestants. “I was humbled to be included with the other recipients who do so much for this community,” he said.
MARK TODARO Kids Come First “Very humbling and honored,” said Mark Todaro, president of Kids Come First, a nonprofit dedicated to the needs of local youth, about his recognition as the Unsung Hero for the group. “I’m not doing this for recognition, but for the kids to help improve their lives.” He started in 2009 with his now wife’s nudging. Last year, Kids Come First were the recipients for National Comcast Days and were assisted in improving a park playground along with a cash donation to non-profit. “Currently, we are getting ready to collect clothes for the three high school proms, both the young ladies and young men,” he said.
DIANNE WEITZ Leadership Monroe County Dianne Weitz was a graduate
Dianne Weitz accepts her unsung Hero award from The Community Foundation’s Dianna Sutton and Roger Heinen.
of Leadership Class 16 when she was first asked to be a part of the non-profit’s Board of Directors. “I had a lot on my plate at the time and declined,” she said, but was asked again and able to step up to the plate. “It’s a well-meaning and great program,” she said about being honored as the group’s Unsung Hero. “People learn so much from Leadership.” She added that it was an honor just to be selected to be involved with the Class 16, let alone just be on the board. “The networking and connections you make, and people you meet, are so helpful for personal reasons and to help with other non-profits we are involved with,” she said. “What would we do without the nonprofits? They fill such need in our community.”
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(CONT.) 2016 UNSUNG HEROES Margaret Gil David Chesnet Bob and Julie Marshall Jeanette Goggans Clavier Michele Morgan Chris Hawks Eric Grahl Larry Baeder David Motter Joycelyn West Spreight Judith Zabar Marlyn Menite Ellavise Forbes Donna Hoffman Ed Waldorf Leon Elder Robert Gold Marv Schindler Susann D'Antonio Ruth Stoky Paul Mosczynski Phyllis Mitchell Joy Brown Taylor Maggie Webster Detra Fisher Rick "Deadeye" Wheelus Sherri and Perry Hodies Derrick Traylor Mo Clopton Bob Rowand Debra Jo Clem Stuart Strickland Rob Stober Dale Martin Linda Spencer Jill Bell Patty Tiffany Sally Wernicoff Mary Blackman Jerry Manchester Stan Baxter Ruth Reiter Craig Reynolds Jay Pfahl Julie Waters Richard Thomas Elizabeth “Taz” Davis Constance Miller Mary Ann Finlay Lisa Mahoney Robert James, Jr. Mark Todaro Jan Edelstein Dianne Weitz Hon. Peary Fowler Sandra Bergin Abelina Oglesbee Justine Fine Stuart Shippereit Jo Socha Esneider Gomez Jerry Bolduc Steve Black Steven Pribramsky Joy Brown Taylor Andrea Spottswood Patty MacLeod Rebecca Horan Michael Blades Jackie Herbst Meri Thommen Leanne Rutten Marc Hollander Rosemary Enright Peter Dswonyk Ruth Holland Bruce Hageman Ossie Clarke Prudence Churchill and Larry Plummer Anne Shaver John O'Neill Mary K. Clapp Ed Flack Maria Jones Justin Parmesano Pam Martin Bill Porter Mary Grusin Dennis Beaver Julie Waters Mary Anne Wachter Molly Ersay
AARP Chapter 1351 AIDS Help American Cancer Society American Legion Auxiliary Marathon Unit 154 American Legion Auxiliary Post 28 American Legion Post 28 Anne McKee Artists Fund Bahama Village Music Program Boys & Girls Clubs of the Keys Canon John H. Reece Scholarship Fund Classical Impromptu Concerts of Key West Coral City Elks Temple 400 Cornish Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church Domestic Abuse Shelter Experimental Aircraft Association, Chapter 1241 FAVOR Florida Keys FIRMKEYS Fishermen's Hospital Foundation Florida Keys Council of the Arts Florida Keys Educational Foundation Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition Florida Keys History and Discovery Foundation Florida Keys Outreach Coalition Florida Keys SPCA Frederick Douglass School Black Educators’ Project Friends of Fort Taylor Friends of Old Seven Friends of the AIDS Memorial Friends of the Key West Library Fringe Theater Key West Girl Scout Council of Tropical Florida GLEE Community Garden Good Health Clinic Growing Hope Foundation Habitat for Humanity Key West & Lower FL Keys Habitat for Humanity of the Middle Keys Historic Florida Keys Foundation Key West Art & Historical Society Key West Art Center Key West Community Sailing Center Key West Garden Club Key West Literary Seminar Key West Montessori Charter School Key West Orchid Society Key West Parrot Head Club Key West Police Athletic League Key West Southernmost Runners Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden Key West Woman's Club Key West Writers Guild Keys to Be the Change Kids Come First Last Stand Leadership Monroe County Literacy Volunteers Lower Keys League of Women Voters Lower Keys Women's Club Matecumbe Historical Trust MCC Cooking with Love Monroe Association for ReMARCable Citizens Monroe County Homeless Services CoC Navy League, Key West Council Old Island Restoration Foundation One Human Family One Island Family Paradise Ballet Theatre Presenters Red Barn Theatre Rotary Club of Key West Foundation RPM Nautical Foundation Samuel's House Save Our Pines South Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America Southernmost Coconut Castaways Southernmost Homeless Assistance League Southernmost Post 3911 VFW of the U.S. Special Olympics Florida - Monroe County St. Paul's Episcopal Church St. Peter's Episcopal Church Women Take Stock in Children Tennessee Williams Key West Exhibit The Basilica School The Studios of Key West Tropic Cinema United Way of the Florida Keys Unity of the Keys Upper Keys AARP USCGC Ingham Memorial Museum Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice of the FL Keys Waterfront Playhouse Wesley House Family Services Womankind Zonta Club of Key West
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HIRING!
David Garrard Lowe to speak at lecture series The Friends of the Key West Library will be welcoming lecturer, historian, and author David Garrard Lowe on Monday, Feb. 15 at 6 p.m. at the Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. The lecture is open to the public, and admission is free. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Seating is available on a first come, first served basis. For more information about the lecture series, visit friendsofthekeywestlibrary.org. Montessori spring gala at Fort East Martello The Montessori Children’s School is hosting its annual spring gala on Saturday, Feb. 20 from 6-10 p.m. at Fort East Martello. There will be an auction, tapas, cocktails and dancing to the award-winning music of Blair Crimmins and the Hookers and local favorite Miguel Perez. Tickets can be bought at keystix.com and more information can be found at mcsgala.com, or by calling 305-294-5302.
Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop
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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.
The Domestic Abuse Shelter is seeking a well-organized professional team member that can work well under the pressure of monthly multiple deadlines to fill the position of Fiscal and Operations Manager. This is a full time position, 40 hours per week. Company benefits for health insurance, vacation, sick leave and 401K is available. Duties include accounts receivable and payables, preparation of monthly grant reimbursement invoices, assistance with budget preparation and oversight, payroll, some human resources and agency operations. An Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Non-profit Management with a fiscal focus is desired. Preferable that candidate has experience with cost allocations and understanding of match requirements on federal and state grants. The position is based in Marathon, Florida. Please send resume to DAS, P.O. Box 522696 Marathon Shores, FL 33052 or email to Cynthia.Grant@fldas.org, DAS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Family-friendly ‘picnic’ supports local non-profits Four of the island’s community organizations — Boys and Girls Club, Art and Historical Society, MOTE, and Womankind — are joining forces to celebrate “Picnic Under The Stars” on Saturday, March 12 at 5 p.m. at Fort East Martello. Participants can bring a blanket to this family-friendly event while enjoying live music, food truck vendors, libations, and games and activities for kids. Gourmet picnic baskets from select restaurants will be available for pre-purchase, and raffle tickets featuring a cultural trip for two to Cuba, art bikes, and signed Guy Harvey prints will also be available. Tickets for this fundraiser are $10 and can be purchased at the door or online at KWAHS.org. Pre-order picnic baskets also available on the same website.
Installation & Service Technicians Get your foot in the door to an awesome future. The demand for Broadwave products and services continues to grow, giving YOU a great opportunity to grow your career. As one of our Communications Technicians, you'll connect customers to our many state-of-the-art offerings while building a solid foundation for your professional future. In this entry-level role, you will work independently in customers' homes and outdoors to install Broadwave products and services or troubleshoot reported issues as quickly as possible. During these visits, you'll build rapport with customers to ensure a positive experience each and every time. As you develop expertise in all of our offerings, you will be given opportunities to advance throughout our organization. In addition to STRONG communication skills, our Installation & Service Technicians must have the following: • Ability to lift and move up to 80lbs • Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends • Ability to work well under pressure • Ability to perceive differences in wire and cable colors • Ability to complete on-the-job and/or classroom training as required to remain on the job • High school diploma or the equivalent is required Meet 275lbs weight limit due to safety restrictions • Must reside in the Lower Keys • Satisfactory results from a background/employment history investigation • Qualification on pre-employment screening • Up to 2 years of related experience is a plus, but not required Valid state driver’s license and non-negligent driving record Please send resumes via email at csmith@broadwave.com
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 442015CP 000129A001PK IN RE: ESTATE OF JOHN J. O’NEILL, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of John J. O’Neill, deceased, whose date of death was October 6, 2015, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, 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 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: February 12, 2016. Personal Representative: Patrick J. O’Neill 12311 Northwinder Row
LEGAL NOTICES Hudson, Florida 34667 Attorney for Personal Representative: EUGENE L. BEIL, ESQ. Florida Bar Number: 343633 Beil & Hay PA 12300 US Hwy 19 Hudson, Florida 34667 Telephone: (727) 8682306 Fax: (727) 863-1287 Email: elbeil@ beilandhay.com Publish: February 12 & 19, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION CASE NO. 13-CA636-P NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, AMY HEAVILIN, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 3 RD DAY OF MARCH, 2016 AT 11:00AM on THE FRONT STEPS OF THE MONROE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 500 WHITEHEAD STREET in the city of KEY WEST, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida to wit: LOT 1, IN BLOCK 6, PLANTATION KEY COLONY, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 4, PAGE 64, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA. AKA: 356 S COCONUT PALM BLVD, TAVERNIER, FL 33070 Pursuant to the FINAL SUMMARY JUDGMENT entered in a case in said Court, the style of which is: JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, Plaintiff, VS. FRANK PALENZUELA; LANDMARK CAPITAL INVESTMENTS, INC.; UNKNOWN TENANT IN POSSESSION, Defendant.
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LEGAL NOTICES
And the Docket Number of which is Number 13-CA000636-P WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 19TH day of JANUARY, 2016. AMY HEAVILIN Clerk of Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Jennifer Settoon Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.013: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Albertelli Law Attorney for Plaintiff P.O. Box 23028 Tampa, FL 33623 (813) 221-4743 (813) 221-9171 facsimile eService: servealaw@ albertellilaw.com If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Monroe County ADA Coordinator at 502 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040, telephone number (305) 292-3423, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days: if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. To file response please contact Monroe County Clerk of Court, 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040, Tel: (305) 2923540; Fax: (305) 2953970. Publish: February 5 and February 12, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers
AUTOS WANTED ALL YEARS! Junk or Used. Cars - Vans - Trucks. Running or Not. CASH 305-332-0483 EMPLOYMENT Established Criminal Defense Law Office in Marathon seeking full-time secretary
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wanted Need Vehicle. Pay commensurate with experience. Call 305-304-7995 Seeking stable happy energetic personality for PT sales position in fun gift shop. Must be year- round
Mechanic Helper Needed. Small engine experience helpful. Part or Full time. Long term employment for right person. Call AllKeys Rental at 305-852-0600
Now Hiring Full Time Marina Reservations/ Concierge. Please apply in person to Faro Blanco Resort and Yacht Club, 1996 Overseas Hwy, Marathon Construction Foreman wanted Need Vehicle. Pay commensurate with experience. Call 305-304-7995
Bookkeeper/Office Mgr Keys AHEC seeks an experienced Bookkeeper/Office Mgr with extensive knowledge and expertise with Q u i c k B o o k s . S u c c e s s f u l c a n d i d a t e must be able to handle invoicing, purchasing, payroll, bank reconciliations, working within multiple budgets and have human resources e x p e r i e n c e . Additional position requirements include general office and administrative duties, working with program staff, interacting with the public. Candidate must also have strong computer and organizational skill. Position is Marathon based. Qualified applicants should email a Resume and Cover letter to Michael Cunningham, CEO at mcunningham@ fkahec.org. EOE Leigh Ann’s Coffee House is in IMMEDIATE need for Kitchen Help. Stop in at 301 Sadowski Causeway, Key Colony Beach MM 54 to apply
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Marathon resident; retirees welcome. Stop in to schedule appointment at 11528 Overseas Highway Marathon Babysitters Needed for vacationers! 3 0 5 - 5 2 2 - 6 0 5 0 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 Mon-Fri 10-11am @ Sunset Grille & Raw Bar Knights Key Blvd. Marathon. Bussers & Servers Needed Full Time Please apply during business hours. Key Colony Inn, 700 W. Ocean Dr. Key Colony.
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FOR RENT Studio B available at Theo & Ganine’s Dance Center, Gulfside Village #40, Marathon. Call 305-766-3428
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Will buy old nautical items, ship wheels, compasses, large reels, half hulls, lanterns, binnacles, telegraphs. Cased ship models for sale. Call Lou 305-735-4534 PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex Dive watches and Pilot Watches. Old model Military clocks & watches. Call 305-743-4578
FISHING MISC.
All types of permits for sale! Rock Shrimp, King Fish, Atlantic Snapper, Grouper Gulf, 6 Pack Reef & Pelagic. Commercial Gulf Reef Fish, Gulf Snapper IFQ’s, Long Line pkg. Many other permits avail. We buy, sell & broker all types of permits. Call before you buy or sell! Please call for prices. Licensed & Bonded. All permits guaranteed valid for transfer. Many ref’s avail. John Potts Jr. 321-7845982 or 321-302-3630 www.shipusa.com
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We offer a competitive wage and benefits program. To apply for position, Please submit your Resume to BOL@PLANTATIONKEYNC.COM
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UNIVERSAL BANKER in Marathon Responsible for providing teller/platform support, have working knowledge of banking products and services offered, balancing cash and handling foreign currency. Must enjoy working with people and have strong customer service skills. Prior bank experience preferred.
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FOH Assistant Manager 2 yrs Server/ Bartender exp., full-time, salary, paid vacations/holidays and health benefits.Great attitude/team player. Send resume to teresa@marathonyachtclub.com or in person to Marathon Yacht Club @ 825 33rd Street.
Kitchen and Bath Designer needed for Marathon Location Please call Ryan @ 305-481-1791
Full or Part-Time SALES ASSOCIATES need for Marathon location. Please call Ryan at 305-481-1791
HIDEAWAY CAFE Breakfast Cook Food Runners Call between 10am – Noon Robert (305) 289-1554
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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Immediate openings for Kitchen help. Apply in person @ 301 Sadowski Causeway, Key Colony Breach MM54
We Buy Gold Locally! Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn Townsquare Mall Marathon
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Ben Pegg curates a night of music highlighting the greatest vocal gems of Key West. Guest appearances by Mowtown Powerhouse Les Greene of Patrick and the Swayzees, Tory Mata, Gretchen Mills and Kris King. Made possible by the Emily Boyd Music Fund concert series sponsored by Blue Heaven & Salute restaurants
With special guest Les Greene
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