16 0916 uk

1¢

Look twice, save a life.

The weather forecast calls for a nice and calm Saturday for the fourth annual Swim for Alligator Lighthouse. Gentle breezes — 8 to 10 mph from the east — also benefit the fifth annual Florida Keys Triple Crown paddleboard races. Enjoy! Photo by ANDY NEWMAN/Florida Keys News Bureau

WELLINGS AUTOMOTIVE

9200 Overseas Hwy (across from airport) Marathon

305-509-7499

KEY WEST KIA

2826 North Roosevelt Blvd.

305-295-8646

www.KeyWestKia.com

A Wellings Automotive Company

The 2016 Soul Starting at $15,690

Same Company Now Two Locations!

2

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

LOCAL CHATTER

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016 GABRIEL SANCHEZ

gabriel@keysweekly.com

How is it that even the most seemingly innocent toys can have inherent risks?

For instance, this summer McDonald’s had to recall Step-iT activity wristbands given away in its Happy Meals due to cases of skin irritation (Yes, your watch may harm you now). Yet, there are probably kids out there who still want it. So, in the spirit of making “adult” decisions, the Weekly asked locals…

What’s the most dangerous toy you would want to own?

“A drone. I heard a story about one falling out of the sky and almost hitting someone,” said Betsy Sanchez of Office Depot.

“A Koenigsegg One:1,” said Eric Perez, of Advanced Auto Parts.

Kim Gaddy, of Al’s Carpet, said “Hover boards.”

“A nerf torque bow. Those things were deadly, I took my dad out twice,” said Mike Delgado.

Ron Spodnik, of Divers Direct, said, “Down here a motorcycle can be dangerous. Especially after I see how people drive.”

3

4

91831 Overseas Hwy. Tavernier, FL 33070 Office: 305.743.0844 www.keysweekly.com

Publisher

Jason Koler jason@keysweekly.com

Publishing Partner

Britt Myers britt@keysweekly.com

Editor

Sara Matthis sara@keysweekly.com

Director, Sales & Marketing Lesley Aaron lesley@keysweekly.com

Account Executives

Hollie Will hollie@keysweekly.com Anneke Patterson anneke@keysweekly.com

Staff Writers

Kristen Livengood kristen@keysweekly.com Hays Blinckmann hays@keysweekly.com Gabriel Sanchez gabriel@keysweekly.com Theresa Java theresa@keysweekly.com

Office Manager

Lynn Ritli lynn@keysweekly.com

Design / Web Master

Travis Cready travis@keysweekly.com

Design / Pre-Press

MONROE COUNTY

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

County attorney reprimands Clerk

SAVE THE DATE Through Sept. 18 • Phil Peterson’s Poker Run; watch for bikers!

Friday, Sept. 16 • Biggest Loser Challenge registration opens at Roth Building, Tavernier.

• Keys Players audition from 7 to 9 p.m. at Key Largo Lion’s Club.

Shillinger gives Heavilin marching orders to correct contracts, preserve public records

E

arlier this month, Monroe County Attorney Bob Shillinger was presented with information that Clerk of the Court Amy Heavilin decided not to renew an important contract with an accounting consultant necessary for preparing the County’s financial statements and was deleting public records. After raising these concerns with the Clerk, Shillinger said today that the Clerk has taken actions to address these issues.

“I’m pleased that the Clerk has begun the process to hire the consultant and has provided assurances that all public records will be properly preserved,” Shillinger said.

In an email dated Aug. 31, the Clerk wrote John Keillor of Lanigan & Associates that her office would not renew the contract “for budget reasons as well as my loss in the primary election yesterday.” In prior years, that firm helped staff prepare the county’s financial statements, which are necessary to complete the annual external audit required by law.

“It is critical that these documents are completed thoroughly, accurately, and in a timely fashion,” Shillinger said.

Shillinger also received reports that the Clerk had deleted dozens of emails and shredded other documents in the days following her defeat in the Aug. 30 primary election.

Shillinger and Heavilin met Sept. 2 to address these concerns. At the end of the meeting, Shillinger handed the Clerk a letter summarizing his concerns and advising that if the contract with the consultant was not renewed immediately, he would ask the Governor to consider suspending the Clerk.

The Clerk began addressing these concerns immediately, including taking steps to renew the contract with Lanigan & Associates and providing assurances from her IT consultant that all public records had been preserved.

“It does not appear at this time that either of these situations were intentional violations,” Shillinger said.

—Contributed

Javier Reyes javier@keysweekly.com

Se habla español

News Deadline

Tuesday Noon

Advertising Deadline Tuesday 2 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 19 • Hurricane presentation at 6:30 p.m. at Island Community Church, Islamorada.

Tuesday, Sept. 20 • Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing at World Wide Sportsman marina, Islamorada.

Sept. 22-25 • Marathon International Bonefish Tournament.

Sept. 23-25 • Take Stock in Children Backcountry at 5 p.m. at Elks Lodge #1872, Key Largo.

Saturday, Oct. 1 • Purple Pumpkin Gala at 6 p.m. at the Islander Resort, a Guy Harvey Outpost, Islamorada.

Friday, Nov. 11 • Marrvelous Pet Rescue Dinner and Auction at 6 p.m. at Snook’s Bayside, Key Largo.

Periodicals postage pending at Marathon, FL and additional mailing offices. All stories, photos, and graphics are copyrighted materials.

POSTMASTER:

Sunday, Sept. 18 • Sons and Daughters of Italy’s “Pasta Night” at 5 p.m. at Key Largo Civic Club.

Saturday, Sept. 24 • Conch Scramble Golf Tournament at 8:30 a.m. at Island Fish Co., Islamorada.

Keys Weekly Newspapers (ISSN 1944-0812) are a community newspaper group published every Friday by Keys Weekly Newspapers, 9709 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050.

Subscription rates are $100.00 per year outside of Monroe County. Please call for all other subscription rates including overseas mail.

Send address changes to Keys Weekly Newspapers 9709 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050.

Saturday, Sept. 17 • Swim for Alligator Light at 8 a.m. from The Moorings Village and Spa, Islamorada.

• Paddleboard Triple Crown begins at 11 a.m. from Paddle 88, Islamorada.

• Constitution ceremony from 2:45 to 4 p.m. at the Burton Memorial Church, Islamorada.

Get your dates to sara@keysweekly.com or kristen@keysweekly.com.

Did You Know?

We’re a Landscaping Company 11500 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050 | MM 53 305-743-7130 | DAsignSource.com LA6667217

PUBLIC HEALTH

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016 Next week: crash prevention, a look at scooter and car drivers sharing the road Part 2 of a series

Injuries are serious HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

n March 3, 2003 Stuart Kemp, owner of 915 Restaurant, was struck on his Vespa at the intersection of Truman Avenue and Windsor Lane by an ambulance. His body was thrown against a cement wall, his face split in two (Le Fort maxillofacial trauma), he suffered vertebra injuries, losing one, and several of his teeth were later found embedded in the wall. Airlifted to Jackson Memorial, Kemp’s face was removed and rebuilt with titanium strips, bone grafts were placed in his jaw, and he spent six months in a neck/body cast. For one year, Kemp traveled to Miami every two weeks to undergo procedures, check ups and rehabilitation. His teeth took more than two years to heal. The crash resulted in a jury trial finding the ambulance negligible for running a red light without sirens or lights. It was only going 30 mph.

This story may seem extreme but it happens more often than residents of Key West and the Florida Keys realize.

“We just had a local couple, riding double who were struck by more serious,” he said. On the a car and both had to be airlifted. other hand, Dr. Herrera noted, They suffered critical injuries and “Tourists’ inexperience causes will most likely have a long recovmore minor accidents because ery ahead,” said Sandy Rodriquez, they may have never been on a director of nursing at Lower Keys scooter and aren’t familiar with Medical Center. She attributes miour roads.” Dr. Herrera refernor injuries such as broken ankles enced a tourist who was testing and scrapes to tourists horsing a moped before renting it, accelaround while the more critical erated into a wall and subseinjuries are often locals who drive quently lost a kidney on his first late at night. In serious accidents, day of vacation. He said all this alcohol is often a factor. happened before the victim had Dr. Eric Herrera, an emereven signed the rental contract. gency room doctor at Lower At a minimum, the LKMC Keys Medical Center, agrees. treats victims of scooter and “Locals are more comfortable moped crashes twice a week. on the road and take more risks, Are there any solutions? like speeding, using alcohol, “Ultimately, I would like to and swerving through traffic. see more screening for experiTheir accidents are fewer but ence from local rental companies, for all riders to wear helmets and more insurance laws for everyone,” said Dr. Herrera.

“I should have been dead.

Personally, I will never ride a scooter again.”

— Stuart Kemp, scooter accident victim, who admits he misses his Vespa for its convenience.

5

6

WEEKLY INTERVIEW

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

1. What’s your full name? Lynda Sue Anthony.

Lynda Anthony Questions with

2. Do you have any nicknames? Yes, two actually: Lynder and Pahokee.

3. Name one famous person you would bring back to life, why? Esther Williams, “America's Mermaid,” so she could swim in the Olympics, which she missed in 1940 because of WWII. 4. Where are you originally from? Born in Pahokee, Florida, but lived a majority of my life in Georgia.

5. What always makes you happy? Hearing from my kids.

6. What are you afraid of? Spiders!

7. What was your first thought this morning? I hope it rains.

8. What book are you reading? “A Year by the Sea, Thoughts of an Unfinished Woman” by Joan Anderson.

9. What superhero do you most identify with? Superman, because I’m mild-mannered, good, strong and love to help others.

10. What do you love most about being the CEO of the Realtor Trade Association? The Realtors, who are the members – they know their stuff! And, they are always giving back to our community.

11. What was your worst job? Accounting department in a mechanic’s garage, smelly!

12. Who is your celebrity crush? Matthew McConaughey.

13. Which TV character is your alter ego? Max from “2 Broke Girls.”

14. What is your nerdiest passion? Watching anime.

15. If invisible, what would you do? Whatever I wanted, because now one would see me.

16. Favorite guilty pleasure? Having a very dirty martini with blue cheese stuffed olives.

17. Do you have any pet peeves? Having to hear someone crunch ice or smack chewing gum.

18. Fill in the blanks: I will change [my mind] when [presented with solid facts].

Finish these sentences: 19. Living in the Keys … has taught me to be very patient and non-judgmental.

20. What would your autobiography be called? “A Country Girl in a Fishing World.”

THERESA JAVA

theresa@keysweekly.com

L

ynda Anthony has been the CEO of the Florida Keys Board of Realtors since 2005. Prior, Lynda was employed for 17 years as a contract specialist and quality assurance evaluator in civil engineering with the U.S. Air Force stationed in Warner Robins, Georgia.

In 2003, she and her husband Tom moved to the Keys, with their two children. Currently, her daughter Karli is attending premed school at the University of Wisconsin, and her son Kodi is a senior at Florida Gulf Coast University majoring in finance and real estate.

Recently, Lynda worked alongside her leadership team to establish the non-profit charitable foundation, also known as ReACT, Realtors in Action, aimed at providing education for local kids. For more than 50 years, Realtors have been instrumental in providing scholarships to local graduating high school students, collecting and distributing food to local food banks and shelters, as well as supporting other charitable foundations in the Keys.

MONROE COUNTY

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

Lionfish Derby

BY THE NUMBERS:

T

THERESA JAVA

theresa@keysweekly.com

he annual Upper Keys Lionfish Derby took place Sept. 10 at John Pennekamp Coral Reef Park. It wasn’t the resounding success it usually is — only 323 lionfish were harvested, but that’s still a large number of invasive fish removed from Keys waters. The reason for the poor showing? The weather. Organizers and participants say high winds and poor visibility may have been a factor of the low yield (only eight of the registered 13 teams had any luck).

Also, the top-contending team that normally participates was un-

able to participate this year.

Here’s the good news — data from the event suggests the lionfish population is static.

“The size distribution of the landed fish, it is almost identical to last year,” said Lad Akins, REEF’s director of special projects. “This leads me to guess that the population is about the same as last year and we just had fewer teams fishing.”

OTHER NUMBERS:

96

hours

Lionfish can spawn every four days in warmer climates.

2016 SUMMER DERBY RESULTS

323 Harvested

16 ¼

Largest: inches Smallest: under

2in

18

“Rob’s Angels” harvested the most fish at 113. They also claimed the largest fish. Team members included Rob Waara, Alecia Adamson, Nicole Fabian and Sara McCutcheon. Close in second place was “Half Circle,” who collected 103 fish. Team members were Anna McBee, Jess Levy, Travis Gomez-Phillips and Brett Roach. “Key Dives” took third place with 47 harvested lionfish. The team was Leslie Peaker, Mary Wipperman, Jason Adams and Mike Goldberg.

REEF is hosting a special festival Thursday to Sunday, Sept. 29-Oct. 2. Seminars, parties and dives are planned. For more information about participating, visit www.reef.org.

15,000

Most species of lionfish have 18 venomous spines.

The maximum number of eggs released by female lionfish in a single mass. The masses drift for about 25 days.

TIME LINE:

1985

The Indio-Pacific native fish was first discovered of the Atlantic Coast near Dania Beach, most likely a direct result from the aquarium trade.

2002

Lionfish were found in North Carolina.

2003

A year later, 19 lionfish sightings were documented at eight different locations along the North Carolina coast.

2010

REEF documented 707 captured lionfish in the Upper Keys

2014

The average size of the lionfish extended 123 millimeters from 139mm to 262mm. During the Derby, a 434mm fish was recorded, which is over 17 inches.

2016

The National Aquatic Species’ real-time map puts this invasive species as far north as Narragansett, Massachusetts and dotted up and down the East coast. The heaviest concentrations in the U.S. wrap the Florida coastline from the Atlantic to the Gulf of Mexico as far as Texas.

7

8

CHECK IT OUT

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016 HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

Nowadays in the sea of Amazon “recommendations, Netflix “picks for you,” and iTunes “based on your history,” it becomes harder and harder to pick that one book, show, or jazzy tune to purchase. Inevitably no computer program can compete with a simple review from a friend (or your trusted local paper).

Made with love.

Our menu is simple and authentic, with no

compromise on quality. We prepare each item while you wait using the freshest ingredients.

Coffee • Sandwiches • Salads • Soups Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner Hours Mon – Wed: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm Thu – Fri: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm Sat & Sun: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

TV: Netflix Longmire Season 5 starts September 23 If you haven’t met Walt Longmire, it’s time. The last of the Americanhero-cowboy-sheriff-good-guy combo, Longmire is an American crime drama with the feel of the modern day Wild West. Set in Wyoming, Sheriff Longmire is keeping an eye on a town full of characters from the ranch born and raised, to the outsiders who have invaded, from the white folks to the Indians on the Rez, there is no end the plethora of deep seated loyalty, hatred, love and suspicion amongst the town.

Throw in some guns, horses, amazing scenery and a few murders and it’s good old fashion Western. Spend the week binging on the first four seasons or get excited for the new episodes airing Sept 23.

Songs: CoversA Mixed Tape 1. Rocket Man (Elton John) — By Angie Aparo 2. In Your Eyes (Peter Gabriel) — Jeffrey Gaines 3. Hey Jude (The Beatles) — Wilson Pickett featuring Duane Allman 4. It’s All Over Now Baby Blue (Bob Dylan) —Van Morrison 5. Ripple (Grateful Dead) — Jane’s Addiction 6. Killing Me Softly (Roberta Flack) — Fugees 7. Jolene (Dolly Parton) — White Stripes 8. Take me Home, Country Roads (John Denver) — Hermes House Band

Books: All Families Are Psychotic by Douglas Coupland Coupland, who became famous for naming the generation after the Baby Boomers and before Millennials, Generation X, is a gifted and sardonic storyteller. The book “All Families Are Psychotic” is the perfect Sunday afternoon couch read in order to avoid your real family. Set in Florida (which we all can relate) it’s the story of the messed up, screwed up, and eff-ed up Drummond family on a series of adventures that only Coupland can weave together involving the space shuttle, Disney world, Daytona Beach, robbery, drugs, AIDS, black market baby sales, and a letter written from Prince William. If this book were on Netflix, everyone would be watching it. While printed in 2002, it is still relevant and incredible funny today.

CSHS STUDENT OF THE WEEK

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016 Faculty and students at Coral Shores High School chose a Weekly Student by selecting candidates with good character, achievements and involvement. These students stand out amongst their peers and are recognized by the Weekly Newspapers.

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

I’m involved with many organizations like National Honor Society, Take Stock in Children, Mu Alpha Theta math club, Key Club, and many more.

These organizations are very important to me because they give back to the community in many ways.

LORENA PEREZ JUNIOR

Who has been your biggest inspiration at CSHS and why?

My biggest inspiration at Coral Shores has been Mr. Ellsworth because he’s an exemplary teacher with a kind heart, who really cares for his students’’s success. He taught me to challenge myself in and out of the classroom.

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

The class that has best prepared me for life after high school is AP Human Geography, because ii I learned about the patterns and different processes that lead to greater human understanding. This course also taught me about different religions and cultures, which is very important to know due to our diverse communities.

Instagram or Snapchat? What’s your favorite filter?

Snapchat, My favorite filter is the frowny face.

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

The biggest challenge is keeping our environment clean, which can be hard to do with the amount of tourists that come to visit the Keys.

What are your plans after high school?

I plan on attending a four four-year university and later on specialize specializing in orthopedic surgery.

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

For now, I plan on coming back after college because it’s such a unique place with a caring community.

Now open

TO THE PUBLIC! 18-Hole Golf Course Tennis Courts

Harborview

Café & Bar

Open for Lunch & Dinner!

Daily Chef’s Specials

Café: 305-809-7210 Pro Shop: 305-743-2551 4000 Sombrero Blvd floridakeyscc.com

9

10

THIS WEEKEND

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

KEY LARGO

’ Tom D'Aiuto

W

e know the Phil Peterson’s Key West Poker Run is wildly popular with approximately 10,000 mainland bikers who make their annual pilgrimage to the Keys, but what of local bikers? Do they go, too?

The most popular events are certainly the poker game, where the winner takes home $10,000 in cash,

and the rows and rows of parked motorcycles lining the lower end of Duval and Greene streets on display for the inspection of fans.

The Poker Run, which started on Thursday and concludes on Sunday, Sept. 18, is a fundraiser for the Diabetes Research Institute and charities of the Key West Sunrise Rotary Club.

— Weekly Staff report

ISLAMORADA

Kim Bouchard • What do you ride? I ride a 2011 Harley Davidson Street Glide, it’s my second motorcycle.

• How long have you been riding?

I’ve been riding since 2002, but on my own since 2005.

• Where have you been? I’ve traveled a few times to the Blue Ridge Mountains. My longest trip was in 2013 when I traveled through the Blue Ridge Mountains, Pennsylvania, New York and into Canada. Once there, we rode around the Great Lakes and back down alongside the Mississippi, through Tennessee, and back down. All together the trip was 5,500 miles and took about four weeks.

• What’s your favorite thing about Bike Week in Key West? The ride down.

Any excuse to ride to Key West is a good one. I’ll probably head down for the day Saturday, see my friends throughout the Keys, and head back home.

KEY LARGO

Michael Neves • What do you ride? 2003 Harley Davidson Road King, it’s the 100th year production.

• How long have you been riding? I’ve been riding since I was 15. I took my motorcycle license on a 250cc Honda Rebel. My dad had me on the handlebars as an infant.

• Where have you been? I ride this everyday, it’s an everyday cruiser. I took it to work the other day. I trailored it to Indiana for my sister’s college graduation. I’ve put 35,000 miles on it since 2006 when I bought it.

• Do you attend Bike Week events? I went to Daytona Bike Week in 2009.

It was awesome, motorcycles were everywhere. The energy from a rally and the Bloody Marys from Froggy’s were the best.

• What do you ride? A 2014 Harley Davidson CVO Screaming Eagle Softail Deluxe Edition • How long have you been riding? Since I was 15 with dirt bikes first, then small street bikes, then took a break for 25 years as a father. Now I’m on my second Harley Davidson.

• Where have you been? I have driven my Harley almost 9,000 miles all around Florida in the last year visiting family and events. We just came home last night from California for a family wedding where I rented an Indian Roadmaster on the Pacfic Coast Highway with a high school pal. We have been to Daytona Bike week and Leesburg Bikefest for the past two years and plan to continue.

• What you love about Bike Week? The camaraderie among all the diverse bikers who attend. Driving down the Overseas Highway with water on both sides, and of course the fun on Duval Street. I like looking at all the custom bikes that line Duval Street.

ENTERTAINMENT

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

RAW BAR

Grilled Oysters | 16 Taps – 150 Bottled & Canned Beers

SNAPPER’S Outer Band – Friday, Sept. 16 Outer Band – Saturday, Sept. 17 Frank C– Sunday, Sept. 18 Steve Venini – Monday, Sept. 19 Bill Davidson – Tuesday, Sept. 20 Rob Smith – Wednesday, Sept. 21 Lung – Thursday, Sept. 22 Lung – Friday, Sept. 23

Island Grill @ Mandalay

T

FLORIDA KEYS BREWING Co. Grateful Ted – Sunday, Sept. 11 Boris Simeonov – Sunday, Sept. 18 The Carousers – Sunday, Sept. 25

RIED F & D E K A B SMOKED, t n i o J e t i r o v My Fa

Ranked #1 Restaurant in the Florida Keys on

Voted Best Lunch and Best Seafood in the People’s Choice Awards of the Lower Keys and Key West Square Grouper closed Sunday, Sept.

4th until Thursday, Oct. 6th

Fresh Local Seafood | Daily Specials

his cosy, square-shaped bar overlooks the ocean and offers full liquor, wine and beer. The view is as delicious as the food.

“Mmmm … our tuna nachos are so good,” said Brandi James, the outside bartender at Island Grill at Mandalay in Key Largo. It’s a layered dish — crispy wonton chips at the bottom stacked with wakame (seaweed), wasabi, teriyaki glaze, sriracha and soy sauces, sesame seeds and fresh scallions. It’s Island Grill’s most-favored appetizer and it’s “only a little bit spicy.”

It pairs well with the mango margarita, Brandi’s favorite drink to shake up. The fresh mango’s sweetness offsets the nachos’ tangy spiciness. Other favorites are the lobster mascarpone egg rolls, which is Maine lobster meat and an Italian cream cheese fried and served over Asian coleslaw.

“I love my co-workers. As soon as I started here, we all really got along,” said Brandi. It just so happens that Brandi’s mother is a manager, her sister a busser, and her other sister is a server on staff there as well.

Brandi followed her family down here from Ludington, Michigan a year ago. When not tending bar, she enjoys boating with her family. She plans to start part-time at Florida Keys Community College in January to pursue a teaching degree.

Island Grill at Mandalay is located at 80 East 2nd Street in Key Largo. The phone number is 305-852-0595.

|

theresa@keysweekly.com

Full Bar

THERESA JAVA

LORELEI’S CABANA BAR AND RESTAURANT Dana Collins – Friday, Sept. 16 Forbidden Fruit Farmers – Saturday, Sept. 17 Webb & Davidson – Sunday, Sept. 18 Daft Like Jack – Monday, Sept. 19 Dennis Holmes – Tuesday, Sept. 20 Webb & Davidson – Wednesday, Sept. 21 Webb & Davidson – Thursday, Sept. 22 Dana Collins – Friday, Sept. 23

$10 Blue Plate Special Lunch | Cocktails

Brandi James really loves her co-workers. Like family.

GILBERT’S Spank the Band – Friday, Sept. 16 Stereotomy – Saturday, Sept. 17 Mr. Nice Guy Band – Sunday, Sept. 18 Kevin Hurley – Tuesday, Sept. 20 Bobbe Brown – Wednesday, Sept. 21 DJ Reggae Ronnie – Thursday, Sept. 22 Apache Dragon – Friday, Sept. 23

Happy Hour 4:20-6:30

|

THERESA JAVA/Keys Weekly

Live Music | Open 4:20 – Midnight Tues – Sat

LIVE MUSIC

Raw Bar

LIBATION

11

305-745-8880 | MM 22.5 Oceanside, Cudjoe Key | Lunch 11-2:30 * Dinner 5-10

12

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

Dr. True Lansden When selecting a doctor for skin cancer treatment, you want to find an expert that you can trust.

Dr. True is a double board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon who has treated skin cancers for over thirty years. He is dedicated to his patients and accepts medicare and most insurance.

TruePlasticSurgery.com 5701 O/S Highway, Suite 4 Marathon, Florida 33050 Phone (305) 453-6807

605 United Street, Suite B Key West, Florida 33040 (305) 509-7535

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Our Eclectic Menu includes

Gourmet Appetizers & Main Courses Homemade Specialty Pizzas Fresh Seafood

Our Menu Evolves with the Seasons insuring the finest and freshest ingredients

General store stocked with essential groceries, craft beer and wine.

Open 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.• Closed Tuesdays Private Group Dining Available on the Patio

MM 58 • 58152 O/S Hwy. • Grassy Key • 305-743-7373

www.grassykeyoutpost.com

2016 Middle Keys Candidate Forum MARIA JONES and UNITED WAY of the FLORIDA KEYS

October 3, 2016 • 6-9 pm Marathon Government Center

United Way funds other nonprofits, engages in public policy and advocacy work, and helps coordinate delivery of services to those in need.

2798 Overseas Hwy (2nd Floor), Marathon

Through Maria’s leadership and dedication, she can be counted on to attend every event, volunteer project, or opportunity to interact and serve the community.

The only televised forum in the Florida Keys. Comcast Ch. 76 For more info:

Daniel Samess,Chamber CEO ceo@f loridakeysmarathon.com 305.743.5417

Keys Weekly, Dr. Jeffrey Weinzweig, Danger Charters, Coastal Cleaners, and CFFK.

SERVICE

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

13

FLORIDA KEYS

CLUBS Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar

B

egun in 1905 by a Chicago attorney, Rotary Club is widely regarded as one of the world’s first service organizations. It is truly an international endeavor — there are more than 1.2 million members in 35,000 clubs around the world. And while its main endeavor since 1979 has been to stamp out polio, the local clubs raise money to support the youth of the Keys.

— Weekly Staff report

The Gigantic Nautical Flea Market is one of the largest events in the Upper Keys all year long.

Rotary Club of the Upper Keys • Members: 88 • Meets: Tuesdays at noon at Craig’s Restaurant, MM 90.1 • Major good work of the year: Upper Keys Rotary Foundation Scholarship Program.

• Major fundraiser of the year: The Gigantic Nautical Flea Market at Founders Park, the last weekend of February.

• Funds reinvested in the community: Managed more than $200,000 in scholarship grant awards to students at two local high schools in the Upper Keys. Also, a major participant in the Take Stock in Children Program.

• About the president: Frank Derfler has a corporate and military background.

Now, he describes himself as a “Rotarian at Work.” Derfler believes that the club’s rotating leadership is one of its major strengths. “I'm only the president for this year,” he said. “The real leadership of Rotary comes from Rotarians working within the organization.”

139 Seaside Avenue, MM 94.5, Key Largo • (305) 852-5956 • www.SnappersKeyLargo.com SNAPPERS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT offers quality dining with a Florida Keys feel at moderate prices in a casual atmosphere. Both locals and visitors alike are treated to a truly enjoyable Keys experience when visiting Snappers. Open daily from 11am, Sunday Brunch 10am.

OCEANFRONT • DAILY CHEF’S SPECIALS • LIVE MUSIC

OCEANFRONT

9 5

14

SERVICE

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

JANUARY 21

PHIL VASSAR 09.29 10.08 10.09 10.22 10.27 10.31 11.09 11.21+22 12.05 12.09 12.10 12.22 01.06 01.12 01.21 02.21

DAVID COOK EDWIN MCCAIN w. Nick Norman DAVID WILCOX THE PSYCHEDELIC FURS THE ENGLISH BEAT LITTLE RIVER BAND DELTA RAE w. Liz Longley LEON RUSSELL w. Dave Griffin HOWARD JONES HERE COME THE MUMMIES TAYLOR HICKS PAULA POUNDSTONE THE REVEREND PEYTON’S BIG DAMN BAND DAVE MASON PHIL VASSAR SOUTHSIDE JOHNNY & THE ASBURY JUKES

TICKETS AT THEKEYWESTTHEATER.COM

Installation Commercial retaining walls Repairs Cleaning & Sealing

The Key Largo Rotary during its annual Italian night hosted at Doc’s Diner.

Gretchen Holland, left, Laura Blass Lietaert, Patty Darst Sparks, Cris Beaty, Sue Blanchard Reich, Dave Andrews, Cheryl Chenicek Powers, Kerry Cosme and Laurie Scanlon.

Rotary Club of Key Largo • Members: 48 • Meets: Wednesdays at 7:30 a.m. at Key Largo Hilton.

• Major good work of the year: The focus of the Key Largo Rotary Club is on youth and education.

We are proud sponsors of the high school Rotary Interact Clubs at Coral Shores High School and Island Christian School. In addition, our club provides individual scholarships to graduating seniors and vocational students every year. This past June alone the Key Largo Rotary Club awarded more than $65,000 in scholarships. Our members donate hundreds of hours to produce and participate in these fundraising events.

305.304.9232

paverdaveinc.com License #SP3573

• Funds reinvested in the community: Since July 2013 we have awarded $135,000 in scholarships and donated $20,000 per year in community events.

• About the president: Diann Barber is the president of the Rotary Club of Key Largo for the 2016/2017 cycle and past president-elect and secretary in the previous two years.

She has been a resident of the Keys since 2005 and enjoys everything outdoors. Diann currently runs her private accounting and bookkeeping business assisting companies in North Carolina and also in the Keys.

BRIEFLY Leadership Monroe announces 25th class

First brick always free!

• Major fundraiser of the year: Our major fundraisers are Take Stock in Children Back Country Challenge, Brew on the Bay, and The Gigantic Nautical Flea Market which we work in partnership with the Rotary Club of the Upper Keys.

Leadership Monroe County announces its 25th year of programs with the selection of Class XXV. Following a countywide recruitment and social reception schedule in Key West, Marathon and Islamorada this summer, the board-led selection committee met August 24 to deliberate and give full consideration on the pool of applicants. Upon consultations and reviews, extensive discussion and evaluation, the new class was configured and offers to join the program's upcoming 25th anniversary year were tendered.

The board is pleased to announce CLASS XXV members are: Lindsey Ballard, Kate Bauer-Jones, Darrell

Birkhimer, Mike Card, Wendy Coffman, Steven W. Cook, Theresa Faber, John Gallant, J.C. Holmes, Donatella Kelly, Chuck Licis, Chuck Lindsey, Kristen Livengood, Barbara Neal, Derek Paul, Jennifer Powell, Jolynn Reynolds, Stuart Strickland, Lisa Thornhill, Angie Walterson, Maryann Warren and Chris Todd Young.

Weight Loss competition begins in Upper Keys The Florida Department of Health will be hosting two Biggest Loser Weight Loss Challenges in Key West and Tavernier. The challenge last eight weeks and registration is $30. All money collected from registration fees

SERVICE

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

Key West Sunrise Rotary Club in the Conch Republic

The Sunset Rotary Club of Key West

• Members: 76

• Meets: Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at The BottleCap Lounge’s Blue Room, Key West.

• Members: 48

• Meets: Fridays at 7:10 a.m. at Marriott Beachside in Key West.

• Major good work of the year: Raising money to benefit the annual Bobby Menendez Conch Pride Scholarship for KWHS graduating seniors attending college.

• Major good work of the year: Multiple community service projects and an $18,000 donation to Take Stock in Children.

• Major fundraiser of the year: Let’s just say September! We host the Key West Brewfest and the Poker Run. We also have an annual golf tournament that sells out!

• Major fundraiser of the year: Winetasting at Doubletree Grand Key. The recent beer festival is an annual project of the Sunrise Rotary Club.

• Funds reinvested in the community: $16,000.

• About the president: Joyce Benavides has owned Cayo Hueso Resorts for 28 years. In addition to Sunset Rotary, she is an active in the Salvation Army, Key West Chamber of Commerce, President of the Silver Liners, Woman’s Club, Navy League, Perceptor Gamma sorority, Sons and Daughters of Italy and the Key West Gator Club. She has a 24-year-old son, John Benavides, who is a mechanical engineer with Florida Power & Light in Naples.

• Funds reinvested in the community: Last year we gave out $60,000 to local charities and scholarships.

• About the president: Trice Denny has been with Naval Air Station Key West since 2003 and serves as the air station’s public affairs officer.

Originally from LaBelle, Florida, Trice spent 20 years in the U.S. Navy and retired as a mass communication specialist. Trice is the President of the Key West Sunrise Rotary Club in the Conch Republic. She is a Key West City Ambassador, a graduate of the Key West Citizen’s Police Academy and works part-time for Island 106.9 FM as music programming director and DJ.

15

The weekly Sunset Rotary board meeting at the Blue Room, Randy Acevedo, left, Amber Acevedo, Holly Elomina, Karon Rzad, Aileen Galvan, Bill Setzer, Joyce Benavides, Neecie Scull, Donnie Elomina, Matthew Alfonso and Gerald Fisher.

BRIEFLY will be split among the top three males and top three females. The challenge is open to the public and will conclude on the second week of November. In Tavernier contact Hannah Padgett at 305853-7394; or email Hannah.Padgett@ flhealth.gov. Registration begins Friday, Sept. 16.

Event honors Constitution Daughters of the American Revolution will be observing Constitution Week, an annual commemoration of the country’s most important document. The event begins with Bells

Across America on Saturday, Sept.

17 at 2:45 p.m. at Burton Memorial Church. Featured will be costumed performers, bell choir, and local Boy Scouts. The celebration seeks to encourage study of historical events, inform people of the Constitution’s importance and to emphasize citizen responsibility.

Presentation focuses on worst Keys ’canes Matecumbe Historical Trust will be having an audio-visual presentation of Irving Eyster’s hurricane stories featuring local storms. The presentation

includes details about the sunken 1773 Spanish Treasure Fleet, the 1935 Labor Day Hurricane and Hurricane Donna of 1960. The event is Monday, Sept. 19 at 6:30 p.m., at the Island Community Church of Islamorada. The presentation is free. For more information call Barbara at 305-393-0940.

Backcountry Challenge benefits local students Key Largo Rotary Club and Take Stock in Children are hosting the 17th annual Take Stock in Children Backcountry Challenge on Sept. 23–25. The tournament is catch and release and

benefits Take Stock in Children scholarships and Rotary scholarships for local students. The tournament entry fee is $125 per adult angler and $60 per young angler and winners will receive custom trophies by local artist David Wirth. For more information call Mike Shipley at 305-304-0241 or download an application at www.keylargorotary. org.

16

SERVICE

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

Welcomes Chef Jose Palomino

y drift from harbor Chefs are like boats. The ir anchor in a kitchen, to harbor. They cast the ir knives and recipes then pull up and take the to the next port. ored himself in the Jose Palomino has anch s, working as a fisherFlorida Keys for decade a chef. In 1992, he man, and far longer as et in Marathon, which opened Garden Gourm d most recently the led to Garden Café, an h Gardens Café in highly successful Spanis Islamorada. back to MaraNow Chef Jose has drifted uce “Jose at the thon, where he will introd sdays through SaturPlaza,” a dining event Tue 0 pm at The Plaza days, from 5:30 pm to 9:3 Restaurant. orites from PalomiOn the menu will be fav ef born and taught in no’s history as a local Ch as, paella, pinchos the kitchens of Spain: tap nsistent is an emphasis and charcuterie. Also, co ts having, as he likes on fresh, simple ingredien a plate”. to put it, “A good time on grass-fed beef, Look forward to Florida , cks produce grown as seafood fresh off the do ulgences imported close as possible, and ind eeses, oils, saffron and from Europe such as ch passes, he’ll be seasonings. As the season picked up travelling the incorporating dishes he ericas. Expect to taste Caribbean and the Am one has a purpose in each ingredient, as each Chef Jose’s food. the opportunity to Once again, locals have diterranean and the travel – to Spain, the Me road from home.

Americas – just down the nks also to Ralph Thanks Jose Palomino, tha vid pro ing a port for Lucigano of Plaza Grill for Jose at the Plaza.

-Margit Bisztray

305-743-7874 Reservations Suggested Tuesday – Saturday • 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm 5101 Overseas Highway • MM 50• Marathon, FL

Casino Night is one of the bigger fundraisers of the year.

The Rotary Club of Key West • Members: 113 • Meets: Thursdays at noon at Beachside Marriott, Key West.

• Major good work of the year: The Rotary Club of Key West provides $34,000 in scholarships to local students each year. Including the Take Stock in Children scholarship, this amounted to more $50,000.

The Rotary Club of Key West also provides dental care to needy students, plus Thanksgiving meals and holiday assistance to approximately 60 families each year. We donate an additional $6,000 each year to various kids, organizations and clubs in town. We also put on the Fourth of July fireworks show. Our international project involves the support of the Hospital Albert Schweitzer in Haiti. Over he years, we have provided $100,000 from the proceeds of our annual reverse raffle.

• Major fundraiser of the year: We have a variety of events to meet our financial goals — KeyStock, Casino Night, annual Hall of Fame Gala, reggae concerts, golf tournament, fireworks, Bottlecap Silent Auction and reverse raffle.

• Funds reinvested in the community: More than $100,000, including fireworks.

• About the president: David Van Loon, a New Jersey native, played ball all the way through college at University of New Hampshire before he transferred to the University of New Haven for a masters degree. Immediately upon graduation, he moved to Key West to teach for one year.

After four years, he changed career tracks to become a full-fledged lawyer in 2003. Van Loon is a partner at Highsmith & Van Loon. In his spare time, he coaches youth sports and spends time with his family — two children and wife Angela Wardlow. “I am proud to be a Rotarian,” he said.

“We are a diverse group of community leaders with one common goal of helping those in need.”

COMMUNITY NEWS

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

17

Key Players auditions set for Sept. 16

Bike riders welcome for ReMARCable Ride

Island Girl Mini Triathlon Tavernier Creek site

Key Players is hosting open call auditions on Friday, Sept. 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. The call is for at least three men and three women to perform in the musical, “Midlife! The Crisis Musical,� which will be on stage at the Murray Nelson Government Center in early February. The Key Players is also seeking stagehand volunteers. For more information, please contact Janelle Kop at 305-942-4339.

The ReMARCable Tour de Keys, a 100-mile Key Largo to Key West bike ride, is set for Saturday, Sept. 24.

The event raises money for MARC, a Monroe County nonprofit agency that serves adults with developmental disabilities. Riders are scheduled to leave Holiday Inn Key Largo at 7 a.m. and pedal over 42 bridges and breathtaking open-water views. Participants can ride solo or form teams of up to four people. The ride can be relayed, with the 100 miles split among team members. Along with the registration fee, each rider is asked to raise at least $100 in pledges to be donated to MARC. Stops are planned at approximately 10-mile intervals on the way down the Overseas Highway and a finish line party at the Westin Key West Resort & Marina. Registration fee is $80 per person through Sept.

12. To register, visit raceroster.com/ events/2016/8899/the-remarcabletour-de-keys.

The Island Girl Mini Triathlon is set for Sunday, Oct. 30. The triathlon consists of a one-mile paddle, six-mile bike ride, and one-mile run on Old Highway in Islamorada. The paddle portion can be done from either a board or kayak.

There are two different division for the category. There will also be a solo and relay division. Relay divisions are for two or three individuals, there is no age category. Solo price $40, Relay kayak and paddle $50. Call 305-3951551 for more information.

Pasta Night supports counseling services Living Springs Counseling will be selling "Pasta Night" tickets for the Sons and Daughters of Italy's annual fundraiser on Sunday, Sept. 18. For every $10 ticket sold, $5 will go to support Living Springs Counseling programs. To buy your tickets go to "Living Springs Counseling" page on Facebook, or call 305-942-4226. Pasta night will be at the Key Largo Civic Club.

Take Stock in Children scholarships available Applications for the 2016-17 school year are now available in Monroe County middle and high schools.

Students in grades 7 through 10 who meet the income and academic guidelines should apply for a Take Stock In Children college scholarship. Upon successful completion of the Take Stock in Children program, high school graduates receive a four-year college scholarship which may be used at any Florida public college or university.

Applications and information regarding the TSIC program are available by contacting 305-293-1546 or Chuck.

Licis@keysschools.com.

TSIC scholarship applications for the current year are due Friday, Sept. 23.

Wide Format Printing Blueprints, Banners, Signs, Photos (In the Tradewinds Plaza)

305.453.4877

18

SEEN AROUND TOWN

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

PLAY BALL!

5

Adult Kickball League Kicks off Fall Season 1 2

3

4

T

he Village of Islamorada’s Adult Coed Kickball League kicked off on Sept. 13 at Founder’s Park. Florida Keys Electric Cooperative team faced off against team Kick A$$. Since 2009, the Village has included kickball into their line-up of annual activities. This fall, four teams have registered to compete, but expect that number to grow as the year progresses — in past they’ve had as many as 10.

With only a few teams, the league is self-umpired.

League fees are typically $100 for each team.

“We usually have rosters of up to 20 people, you have to have a minimum of four girls and four guys to play,” said Annie Onsgard, park operations coordinator. “We will do another season in the winter, just have to see how it goes.”

Florida Keys Electric Cooperative’s team showed a strong debut, winning decisively 10-0. They had help, thanks in part to a grand slam

by Mike Synder. Future games are scheduled every Tuesday through October 25 at 7 and 7:45 p.m.

— Weekly Staff report

GABRIEL SANCHEZ/Keys Weekly 1. KICK1.JPG Dane Pabotoy waits for the pitch from Phil Guinta.

KICK2.JPG David Bouge gets the out at first base.

KICK3.JPG Merdardo Hernandez dashes to beat the ball to first base. Safe!

KICK4.JPG

6

7 Alicia Marsimelli, left, team mascot Emma, and Austin Perkins pose together between innings.

KICK5.JPG Team Kick A$$ line up as they wait for their ‘at-bats.’

2. Dane Pabotoy waits for the pitch from Phil Guinta.

3. Merdardo Hernandez dashes to beat the ball to first base. Safe!

4. Alicia Marsimelli, left, team mascot Emma, and Austin Perkins pose together between innings.

DARE I SAY IT

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

IMMEDIATE OPENING

THE FACE OF COURAGE

Special Olympian delivers

T

here was something different about Michael Neri as he stood at the podium in the Marriott Beachside banquet room. Sure, he was BRITT nervous — who MYERS wouldn’t be in front of the Rotary traded in a life of monetary success, Club of Key West, which assembles a a chiseled body and intellectual membership full of enlightenment for notable businessa piece of the pie men and women of the Keys Weekly every Thursday? newspapers. He But on that day, it is also the proud parent of an was crowded, even incredible fivefor our club’s stanyear-old and a dards, which typisucker for Michael Mann movies and cally has at least convenience store 150 in attendance. hot dogs.

For anyone to face our club, it takes courage. We have guest speakers every week, but Michael Neri was different. Not just because the 35-year-old was a decorated Special Olympian, a leader among his peers and employee with MARC’s Mobile Landscape Crew — but because he possessed an air of confidence forged well before that day.

Although he slowly read from a prepared speech, the room quickly fell silent; only Neri’s voice as he slowly worked his way through a powerful journey of courage and determination.

For most, it would have taken about two minutes to read Neri’s speech. But it took him more than five — another hint that he had faced mountains in his life, only to climb each one as it came.

During his story, there were tears in many of the eyes around the room; I know this because I was one of them.

And it ended with a standing ovation.

To honor our local Rotarians throughout the Keys, I am sharing Michael’s story, just as he wrote and delivered it to our club. He still inspires me today—as well as the hundreds of men and women in Monroe County who practice the Four Way Test.

My name is Michael Neri.

I am an athlete leader.

I have been participating in Special Olympics for over 20 years. I started with the sport of Speed Skating in New York at age 10.

My dad took me to practices and games. He loved watching me get my medals. My dad was my best coach. My dad died from cancer in 1980. I am glad that my dad and I shared Special Olympics. He would be proud to know that I compete in bowling, paddleboarding, swimming bocce and cycling.

I also like triathlon. My favorite sport is paddleboarding because I can be on the water and I feel free. The thing I like best about Special Olympics is competing and having fun with my friends. I know that my dad is [with] us too, when we say the Special Olympics athlete’s oath: ‘Let me win but if I cannot win let me be brave in the attempt.’ Thank you for coming tonight to support me and my friends.

Note: For more on how to support or volunteer with local Special Olympics visit: specialolympicsflorida.org/Monroe/

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

“ O n e o f t h e t o p l aw fi r m s i n K ey We s t ! ” - Key We s t Pe o p l e ’s C h o i c e Awa rd s , 2 0 1 4 & 2 0 1 5

Proudly serving our clients & the Keys since 1971.

608 Whitehead Street • Key West, Florida 33040 (305) 294-4585 • www.hwhkeywest.com

19

20

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

CLASSIFIEDS * 305.743.0844

THEME: FASHION ICONS ACROSS 1. Church’s focal point 6. ____-di-dah 9. Barber shop sound 13. L in AWOL 14. Chicken ____ ____ king 15. Tsar’s pancakes 16. Put someone in a bind 17. Junior’s junior 18. “An ____ of prevention...”

19. *She popularized “Rachel” haircut 21. *Pin-up girl and Charlie’s Angel 23. Acorn producer 24. Cab payment 25. Rub-a-dub-____ 28. *Prince wore fingerless gloves made of this 30. *Fictional fashionista Bradshaw 35. Elevator inventor 37. *____ Farm, created by Russell Simmons 39. Gain knowledge 40. Winter Olympic event 41. Smidgeons 43. Roofed colonnade 44. Zagreb native 46. “That hurts!”

47. Big top 48. Ensnare 50. Do like buffaloes

52. Indigo extract 53. Get checkmated 55. Hi-____ 57. *HermËs bag namesake Jane 60. *”Vogue” editor in chief 64. Dugout vessel 65. Galley equipment 67. Samurai dagger 68. Questioner 69. Dark bread grain 70. Operatic solos 71. Ancient governors in Turkey 72. X 73. River in Hades DOWN 1. “Fantastic Four” actress 2. Rock band Kings of ____ 3. De Niro’s ride, 1976 4. Notice, in Spanish 5. Hertz’ offering 6. Have reclined 7. Boxer Laila 8. Israeli port 9. Talk like a drunk 10. In 1492, it sailed the ocean blue 11. Mark of a ruler 12. Dish with four and twenty blackbirds 15. With long winters and short, cool summers

20. Giraffe’s striped-leg cousin 22. Pendulum’s path 24. Prominent attribute 25. *Gabbana’s partner 26. 180 on a road 27. Prejudiced one 29. *Shoe couturier 31. Catch one’s breath 32. Ranked, as in by MPAA 33. Shoemaker without shoes, e.g.

34. Related on mother’s side 36. Way to cook tuna 38. Old El Paso product 42. Harry Belafonte’s daughter 45. Chatterbox 49. Hawaiian dish 51. Kind of block 54. Stall call 56. Rubberneck 57. Diamond’s corner 58. Full of ink 59. Fish eggs, pl.

60. Small songbird 61. “Put a lid ____ ____!”

62. Home to the Jazz 63. Wine, neither red nor white 64. *____ Calloway, wearer of the Zoot Suit 66. Archaic “yes”

Bluegreen Vacations is now HIRING for a part-time/full-time Quality Assurance Specialist in Marathon.

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

The ideal candidate will possess great attention to detail, time management skills, computer skills, and excellent customer service skills.

Hourly, plus commission.

EOE. Must be willing to submit to and pass a drug screening and background check.

To apply, please e-mail your resume to: jason.paul@bluegreenvacations.com

!

MM 81.5 Seeking self-motivated people for

General Housekeeping Fax Resumes to 1-305-664-4242 or pick up an application at 123 Beach Rd. Islamorada

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES $250 Sign-On Bonus!

• General Maintenance Technician/Handyman

• Recreation-Activities Associate Camp Counselor Experience Outdoor activities a plus.

!

THE MOORINGS

The Hammocks at Marathon

GREAT BENEFITS:

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

TO APPLY:

Online: jobs.bluegreenvacations.com In Person at The Hammocks: 1688 Overseas Highway, Gulf Side, Mile Marker 48, Marathon Or Call Carlos 305-743-9009 eoe

21

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 AUTOS FOR SALE

AUTOS FOR SALE

EMPLOYMENT EXP. HELP ONLY needed for all positions.

Apply in person Mon-Fri 10-11am @ Sunset Grille & Raw Bar Knights Key Blvd.

M a r a t h o n

KEY WEST KIA

1963 Pontiac Grand Prix -almost entirely original parts and interior. Blue inside and out. Great condition. $12,500. For more details or more pictures, call 305-733-7901. Located in Marathon.

FISHING MISC.

A Wellings Automotive Company 2826 North Roosevelt Blvd.

Key West, FL (305) 295-8646 www.KeyWestKia.com

WELLINGS AUTOMOTIVE 9200 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL (305) 509-7499 www.KeyWestKia.com

Call us and SAVE, SAVE, SAVE 2015 Toyota Corolla Warranty, 34,000 miles $13,690

2015 Kia Soul 38,000 miles, white $14,790

2016 Chevy Cruze Ltd Loaded, gray, 18,000 miles $14,965

2015 Chevy Impala 30,400 miles, gray $14,975

2015 Nissan Altima 35,795 miles, red, like new $14,990

2016 Jeep Compass Like new, 18,650 miles $15,990

2015 Kia Sedona Loaded, silver, 35,976 miles $17,990

2015 Dodge Journey SXT Third row seat $18,990

2016 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Like new $24,490

2016 Ram 1500 Crew Cab Pickup 13,500 miles. Like new !!!!! $28,490

2015 Nissan Armada Fully loaded, clean car 41,000 miles $29,490 Tax, tag and DOC fee not included in sale price.

KEY WEST KIA A Wellings Automotive Company 2826 North Roosevelt Blvd.

Key West, FL (305) 295-8646 www.KeyWestKia.com

WELLINGS AUTOMOTIVE 9200 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL (305) 509-7499 www.KeyWestKia.com

Call us and SAVE, SAVE, SAVE

AUTOS WANTED ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

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

ED EMPLOYMENT

Full-Time Salaried Position in Key West office. The Porter-Allen Insurance Company is looking for an experienced customer service rep. Licensed preferred 2-20 or 4-40 Florida.

Mon-Fri 8-5. Please call 305-294-2542 and ask for Elizabeth or David. Fax 305-296-0054 Marathon - Need energetic person that would like to learn a career in the Electrical tradesmust be willing to take directions and have clean VALID FL DL-- call 305-7430399 - benefits package.

TELLER POSITIONS at FIRST STATE BANK of the Florida Keys. BIG PINE KEY BRANCH. Cash handling & balancing skills a must. Apply on line www. keysbank.com. EOE M/F/ V/D Member FDIC 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 appointment at 11528 Overseas Highway Marathon Construction Foreman wanted. Needs Vehicle.

Pay commensurate with experience. Call 305-3047995 Looking for independent worker. Must have vehicle.

Great pay and training included.

Call 305-304-7995 NOW HIRING: Sweet Savannah’s is now hiring for evening shifts.Please Apply In Person. 8919 Overseas Hwy in Marathon LOOKING FOR Wait Staff, Food Runners & Hosts. Established busy restaurant - must apply in Person.

Sparky’s Landing, Key Colony Beach Servers & Bartenders Needed Full Time Please apply during business hours.

Key Colony Inn, 700 W. Ocean Dr. Key Colony NOW HIRING Lunch & Dinner Shifts, Full Time Only with Experience. Apply in person, Grassy Key Outpost, MM 58

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. 321784-5982 or 321-302-3630 www.shipsusa.com .

FOR RENT APARTMENTS

Marathon - Beautiful 2 BR apartment. Gated waterfront property. Furnished or unfurnished. Access to garage and dockage for an upcharge. First, last and security. 6 months minimum. 954-554-4190 for more info. .

FOR RENT BOAT SLIPS

Transient & Commercial Boat Slips for rent in Marathon. No live-a-board. For BEST RATES call Gary (305) 304-3610 Fmonth. Call 5617580447.

FOR RENT Marathon - Beautiful 2/1

HOMES

Home for Rent in MarathonWaterfront 2 bedrooms. Great view with balconies. No smoking, no pets. $2195 per month. Call 561-758-0447.

Fmonth. Call 5617580447.

HOBBIES / Marathon - Beautiful 2/1

COLLECTIBLES

PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex, Dive watches and Pilot watches. Old model Military clocks & watches. Call 305-7434578

LEGAL NOTICES As of September 20, 2016, Dr. Ricardo Quintero-Herencia will not be affiliated with 21st Century Oncology the Marta A. Gonzalez Cancer Center. You may continue to seek medical care and services with one of 21st Century Oncology’s board certified medical oncologists by contacting the office

LEGAL NOTICES directly. 21st Century Oncology the Marta A. Gonzalez Cancer Center will continue operations at their current location and hours and will maintain the medical records for patients treated by Dr. Quintero-Herencia.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your medical records, please contact the office directly at 305-296-0021, fax 305296-0061, or write to 3426 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040.

LEGAL NOTICES pleadings.

Dated: September 1, 2016 Amy Heavilin, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Lisa M. Pierce Deputy Clerk Publish: September 9, September 16, September 23 and September 30, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 2016-DR728-K Division: Family Rand Scott Wagner, Petitioner, and Marcela Ines ColladoMehech, Respondent.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: Marcela Ines Collado-Mehech ADDRESS: Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Rand Scott Wagner whose address is 3255 Duck Avenue, #8, Key West, Florida 33040, on or before October 11, 2016 and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter.

If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

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

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address.

(You may file Notice of Current Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address on record at the clerk’s office.

WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of

PART TIME SERVERS / BARTENDERS APPLY IN PERSON 4000 SOMBRERO BLVD.

MARATHON

Internal Auditor or IT Auditor The Internal Auditor or IT Auditor will report directly to Internal Audit Director The Monroe County Clerk of Courts, Division of Internal Auditing seeks a highly motivated professional with excellent communication skills to conduct internal audits, reviews and other internal control procedures as directed by the Internal Audit Director. This position will be expected to perform all work in accordance with the International Standards for Professional Practice of Internal Auditing promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors, Inc., and/or Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards promulgated by the Comptroller General of the United States. In addition, this position will assist the external auditors with the annual financial audit of the county and any other related duties as deemed appropriate by the Internal Audit Director.

Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related degree. Previous audit experience in government and/or business. Professional certification as a CFE, CIA, CISA and/or Florida CPA preferred. This position requires Monroe Countywide travel.

Salary is dependent upon qualifications. Email resume to apply@monroe-clerk.com Note: These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.

Employee will be required to perform other job related duties as required or assigned.

HIRING! Air Conditioning Service Technician / Installer

Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop

Appliance Service Technician

Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy in Marathon

Drug Free

is now hiring for evening shifts.

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

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

Apply at:

2735 Overseas Highway Marathon 305-289-1748

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

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

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

22

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 CITY OF KEY COLONY BEACH Full-Time Position Open • Maintenance Worker For City building and grounds maintenance. Hourly position $16.75 per hour. Full Benefit Package including Health Insurance, FRS Retirement, Paid vacation, sick and holidays, etc. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Valid driver’s license. Ability to operate mowing equipment and various power tools. 2 yrs. experience.

Pick-up an application at City of Key Colony Beach City Hall, 600 West Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 or on-line at www.keycolonybeach.net; “City Documents” ; “Forms”; “Employment Application” Equal Opportunity Employer

Full & Part Time Positions.

Apply in Person.

Grassy Key Outpost 58152 Overseas Hwy.

We Buy Gold Locally!

HELP WANTED Executive Chef • Maintenance Boat Captain • P/T Boat Mate Dockhand • Room Attendant

Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn

GREAT PAY INCENTIVES. PAID VACATIONS BENEFITS AFTER 90 DAYS

Townsquare Mall Marathon

Please apply in person at 28500 Overseas Highway, Little Torch Key

HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

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.

Servers, Busperson, and Food Runners.

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

Please apply on line at www.spottswood.com/careers or on site 13201 Overseas Highway. EOE m/f/d/v

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

Rewarding stable jobs with excellent benefits!!!

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

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in MARATHON is looking for: • Medical Director/ Psychiatrist • Research Assistant • Care Coordinator/LPN • Peer Specialist (PT) • Maintenance Specialist • Psychiatrist (PT, Contract) • Pharmacist (PT, Contract) The Guidance/Care Center, Inc, a division of

Plantation Key Nursing Center

C.N.A.

located in Tavernier, is seeking

RN & LPN

Dolphin Research Center has a FT opening for an Animal Care & Habitat Apprentice. Must work well with animals, in order to support Medical & Animal Care & Training departments & participate on Manatee Rescue Team. Must be physically fit, able to lift 75 lbs., possess general “handy-man” skills, have a clean driving record & be diver certified or willing to become certified – knowledge of dive equipment maintenance is a plus. Successful candidate will be responsible, organized, & motivated with excellent team player skills.

Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k), vacation & paid holidays.

Job description available at www.dolphins.org. Email resume & DRC application to drc-hr@dolphins.org. EOE

12 hr shifts days and nights available

“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in KEY WEST is looking for: • Child Case Manager • Driver • Adult/Child Behavioral Health Therapist • Substance Abuse Counselor Visit www.guidancecarecenter.org or http://careers.westcare.com to apply.

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

We offer a competitive wage and benefits program.

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

A Cut Above

Help Wanted FL Licensed Barber or Hair Dresser for walk in hair cuts

Call 305-289-4622

Immediate opening for a HVAC Service Technician Upper & Middle Keys.

Great Pay • Paid Holidays • Sick Pay • Medical Insurance • Paid Vacation

Apply in person 171 Hood Ave • MM 91.5 • Tavernier p 305-852-2960 • f 305-852-0656

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

let’s do business - (305) 743-0844

23

Vacation Rental Property Managers We maximize owners income while maintaining homes to the strictest standards.

305-390-2315

www.KeysRentalsOnline.com

Spalling Repairs

Lic. #CGC 1515665 #CFC 1428730

Concrete Restoration Concrete Butterfly Steps New Construction Floors/Tile Docks

Specializing in Concrete Restoration

(305) 735-4042

WWW.ROYAL-CREST.COM

Barbara Sanchez Home & Offices Expertly Cleaned Fast Dependable Service “We Clean Your Place, Like it Was Our Place”

Excellent References Upon Request

305-766-0819 305-924-0179

FEATURED DESTINATION

CUBA

We can customize your independent Cuba experience... from start to finish. Call us at 305 743 7575 Business hours: MON-TUE-THU-FRI 9am to 4pm Appointments by request.

Nails by Ivis

Manicures • Pedicures Acrylics • Gelish • Facials • Waxing

5177 Overseas Highway

(Between Office Depot & Main Post Office)

Marathon, FL 33050 305-289-1631

www.marathonhairandnailsalon.com

Specializing in Color and Highlights Haircuts Keratin Treatments Live The Keys Like a Local To buy or rent call Kim Portner at 305-916-8668 Luxury Properties Are My Specialty

Only $35 Puts Your Business Card Here

5177 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 (Between Office Depot and Main Post Office)

305-289-1631 www.marathonhairandnailsalon.com

Business Cards Published In 10,000 Copies Weekly

NEW & REPAIR

305-664-0099 www.TikiHuts.com

STATE CERTIFIED THATCHING CONTRACTOR CYC 000002

OVER THE SEAS PROPERTIES • Condo & HOA Management • Property Management • Commercial & Residential Real Estate • Home Watch & Maintenance

305-304-9373

otsproperties.com

Randy Currelly & Thea Knott

MECHANICAL STATE CERTIFIED AIR CONDITIONING CONTRACTOR

The new degree of comfort

Erick Ruiz

(305) 492-9535 Tri_cityair@yahoo.com

Participating Independent Contractor

CAC 18116742

The Weekly Newspapers www.KeysWeekly.com

305-743-0844

24

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 16, 2016