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MARCH 5 - 7, 2010 WEEKEND EVENTS
MARCH 5TH***Runners*** Banana Bay Resort 5-7
p.m.
Registration Kick Off Party
www.bananabayresort.com
4590 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 866-591-1348 At the Beach!
Food and Drink Available
MARCH 6TH***Runners*** SOMBRERO BEACH RUN
Sombrero Beach
6:30 a.m. Registration
10
K Run Start 7:30 a.m. Bagels, Cream Cheese, Bananas, Oranges, Pastries
and Drinks.
5K Walk Run Start 8:45 Awards, Trophies, Medals, Raffles, Prizes, Grilled Hot Dogs and Sausages, Ice Cold Beer, Entertainment
all at the Beautiful Setting of Sombrero Beach!
Free Testing by AHEC at the Beach!
KEYS
AHEC
THE KEYS TO HEALTH
http://fkahec.org
Health Screenings - Cholesterol
- Blood Pressure
- Blood Sugar
- Body Fat %
- BMI
- Cardiovascular Disease Risk
Assessment with a RN
ALL AT NOT COST TO YOU
(305) 743-7111
Marathon / March 06 Tour beautiful homes and extraordinary gardens in the Marathon area — all selected for their
uniqueness and reflection of Keys living. Each home is adorned with floral arrangements created by members of the Marathon
Garden Club.
Contact: (305) 743-4971
Marathon / March 04 to March 06 Guys and Dolls is a Tony-winning musical laced with Damon Runyon
characters, beautiful songs and snappy dances. Set in New York City in the 40s, it weaves a fable about gamblers, missionaries
and chorus girls. Showtime 8 p.m.
Contact: (305) 743-0408
Key Colony / March 07, 2010 Key Colony Beach Dayeach Day There are several public events scheduled throughout the year.
The most popular is the city birthday celebration in March sponsored by the Community Association, known as Key Colony
Beach Day. It is a one day event that attracts many visitors and offers a variety of vendors, food,
live
music and more.
Key
West / January 16 to April 16 This stunning art exhibit showcases the work of leading contemporary sculptors at West Martello
Tower, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park and the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden. Visit Web site for more information.
Key West /
February 25 to March 20 Six unemployed steelworkers are low on cash, prospects and self-esteem. What's a guy to do? After seeing their wives'
enthusiastic reactions to a Chippendale's performance, the guys take matters into their own hands and create an act of their
own. The results are hilarious, heart-warming and revealing. Showtime 8 p.m.
Contact: (305) 294-5015
Key West
/ February 25 to March 20 Six unemployed steelworkers are low on cash, prospects and self-esteem. What's a guy to do? After seeing their wives'
enthusiastic reactions to a Chippendale's performance, the guys take matters into their own hands and create an act of their
own. The results are hilarious, heart-warming and revealing. Showtime 8 p.m.
Contact: (305) 294-5015
Key West /
March 01 to April 30 Join us for a months-long celebration of the wonders of migration. Presentations for the entire family will feature
live animal shows, seminars, birding tours, and much more. Private docent tours available by appointment. Check Web site for
details.
Contact: (305) 296-1504
Email: KWBGS@kwbgs.org
Big Pine & the
Lower Keys / March 05 Stroll through stores and galleries for a fall night of art and live music, from 7 to 9 p.m.. Enjoy wine, beverages,
munchies and music.
Contact: (305) 872-1828
Islamorada
/ March 05 to March 06 Anglers compete to catch the finned denizens of the flats and backcountry, fishing with one lure or one fly until
they lose it.
Contact: Paul Tejera
Email: captbackbone@gmail.com
Islamorada
/ March 05 to March 06 Anglers compete to catch the finned denizens of the flats and backcountry, fishing with one lure or one fly until
they lose it.
Contact: Paul Tejera
Email: captbackbone@gmail.com
Marathon
/ March 05 to March 07 Anglers pursue sailfish in honor of the late lure maker who made
the Middle Florida Keys his home. The tournament benefits Hospice of the Florida Keys.
Contact: Terry
Fisher (305) 289-1310
Email: kcbmarina@bellsouth.net
Key West /
March 06 An Old Island Days tradition, this unique contest features novel sounds produced by contestants in several age categories
as they attempt to make “music” on fluted conch shells. Contest located in the garden of the Oldest House, 322
Duval Street.
Contact: (305) 294-9501
Islamorada
/ March 06 Layton
Garden Club's Annual Flea Market & Plant Sale Join this small community surrounded by a 1,000 acre state park for their annual
flea market and plant sale. City of Layton at City Hall, MM 68.5, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission, vendors and booths
will display a variety of merchandise.
Contact: Suzanne Murchie (305) 664-2064
Key West /
March 06 Six world-class pianists yearning to share their souls through their playing make for an evening of true musical
adventure. Showtime 7:30 p.m., Tennessee Williams Theatre, 5901 College Road. Tickets $20, $40 and $60. Tickets available
starting Nov. 2.
Contact: (305) 296-6059
Key West /
March 06 Six world-class pianists yearning to share their souls through their playing make for an evening of true musical
adventure. Showtime 7:30 p.m., Tennessee Williams Theatre, 5901 College Road. Tickets $20, $40 and $60. Tickets available
starting Nov. 2.
Contact: (305) 296-6059
Key West /
March 07 to March 13 Celebrate Cuba Week finishes with the hottest event of the year, March 13. This annual event has returned to the
Garden with the sounds of Havana Soul; enjoy mojitos, authentic Cuban food, original Cuban art, live auction and more. This
HOT benefit always sells out so make your reservations early! VIP Seating: $125, General Admission $100. Starts 7 p.m.
Contact: (305) 296-1504
Email: KWBGS@kwbgs.org
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FEBRUARY 26 - MARCH 7, 2010 EVENTS
MARATHON
/ February 26 to February 28 National Pig Day! A great
weekend event in the island of Marathon! Fun for the entire family; watch the pigs race in the specially designed race
course and place your bets! Race and festivities to take place at one of our best local diners called The Stuffed Pig!
All proceeds to to local community daycare center! For more info call: 305-481-0225 or go to www.nationalpigday.com.
Key West /
February 26 to February 28 Colorful Civil War re-enactments and tours of Key West's historic Civil War–era Fort Zachary Taylor highlight
the journey into the island’s past.
Contact: (305) 292-6850
Key Largo
/ February 26 Annual Garden Walk Visitors can stroll among and view native plants and lush landscaping, while getting ideas for tropical gardening,
during the annual Garden Walk presented by the Upper Keys Garden Club
Contact: 305-332-0535
Email:
dbarreto@bellsouth.net
Islamorada / February 26 to February 27 Backcountry
Fly Championship This new fly-fishing competition is to target
snook and redfish in a region of the Keys that is famous for them.
Contact: Charlotte Ambrogio (305) 664-2444
Email:
csasun@aol.com
Key West /
February 27 to February 28 The 45th annual juried fine art show is set on lower Whitehead Street in historic Old Town. The highly acclaimed
show features oil paintings, watercolors, sculpture, photography and other offerings by artists from around the United States.
Contact: (305) 294-1241
Key West / January
16 to April 16 This stunning art exhibit showcases the work of leading contemporary sculptors
at West Martello Tower, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park and the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden. Visit Web
site for more information.
Key West /
February 25 to March 20 Six unemployed steelworkers are low on cash, prospects and self-esteem. What's a guy to do? After seeing their wives'
enthusiastic reactions to a Chippendale's performance, the guys take matters into their own hands and create an act of their
own. The results are hilarious, heart-warming and revealing. Showtime 8 p.m.
Contact: (305) 294-5015
Marathon / March 1 The Middle Keys Concert Association, Inc. Presents
Jose Franch-Ballester, Clarinet with Anna Polonsky, Piano
Performance will be held at San Pablo Church,
122nd Street, 7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 7:00 p.m.). Tickets $25.00 at the door or at Food for Thought. Contact: Lynda Berrigan at 743-4687
Key West /
March 01 to April 30 Join us for a months-long celebration of the wonders of migration. Presentations for the entire family will feature
live animal shows, seminars, birding tours, and much more. Private docent tours available by appointment. Check Web site for
details.
Contact: (305) 296-1504
Email: KWBGS@kwbgs.org
Marathon
/ March 04 to March 06 Guys and Dolls is a Tony-winning musical laced with Damon Runyon
characters, beautiful songs and snappy dances. Set in New York City in the 40s, it weaves a fable about gamblers, missionaries
and chorus girls. Showtime 8 p.m.
Contact: (305) 743-0408
Big Pine & the
Lower Keys / March 05 Stroll through stores and galleries for a fall night of art and live music, from 7 to 9 p.m.. Enjoy wine, beverages,
munchies and music.
Contact: (305) 872-1828
Islamorada
/ March 05 to March 06 Anglers compete to catch the finned denizens of the flats and backcountry, fishing with one lure or one fly until
they lose it.
Contact: Paul Tejera
Email: captbackbone@gmail.com
Marathon
/ March 05 to March 07 Anglers pursue sailfish in honor of the late lure maker who made
the Middle Florida Keys his home. The tournament benefits Hospice of the Florida Keys.
Contact: Terry
Fisher (305) 289-1310
Email: kcbmarina@bellsouth.net
Key West /
March 06 An Old Island Days tradition, this unique contest features novel sounds produced by contestants in several age categories
as they attempt to make “music” on fluted conch shells. Contest located in the garden of the Oldest House, 322
Duval Street.
Contact: (305) 294-9501
Layton Garden Club's Annual Flea Market
& Plant Sale / March 06 Join this small community surrounded by a 1,000 acre state park for their annual flea market and plant sale. City
of Layton at City Hall, MM 68.5, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission, vendors and booths will display a variety of merchandise.
Contact: Suzanne Murchie (305) 664-2064
Marathon
/ March 06 Tour beautiful homes and extraordinary gardens in the Marathon
area — all selected for their uniqueness and reflection of Keys living. Each home is adorned with floral arrangements
created by members of the Marathon Garden Club.
Contact: (305) 743-4971
Key West /
March 06 Six world-class pianists yearning to share their souls through their playing make for an evening of true musical
adventure. Showtime 7:30 p.m., Tennessee Williams Theatre, 5901 College Road. Tickets $20, $40 and $60. Tickets available
starting Nov. 2.
Contact: (305) 296-6059
Key West /
March 07 to March 13 Celebrate Cuba Week finishes with the hottest event of the year, March 13. This annual event has returned to the
Garden with the sounds of Havana Soul; enjoy mojitos, authentic Cuban food, original Cuban art, live auction and more. This
HOT benefit always sells out so make your reservations early! VIP Seating: $125, General Admission $100. Starts 7 p.m.
Contact: (305) 296-1504
Email: KWBGS@kwbgs.org
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MARCH 5 - MARCH 14, 2010 EVENTS
Key
West / January 16 to April 16 This stunning art exhibit showcases the work of leading contemporary sculptors at West Martello
Tower, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park and the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden. Visit Web site for more information.
Key West /
February 25 to March 20 Six unemployed steelworkers are low on cash, prospects and self-esteem. What's a guy to do? After seeing their wives'
enthusiastic reactions to a Chippendale's performance, the guys take matters into their own hands and create an act of their
own. The results are hilarious, heart-warming and revealing. Showtime 8 p.m.
Contact: (305) 294-5015
Key West /
March 01 to April 30 Join us for a months-long celebration of the wonders of migration. Presentations for the entire family will feature
live animal shows, seminars, birding tours, and much more. Private docent tours available by appointment. Check Web site for
details.
Contact: (305) 296-1504
Email: KWBGS@kwbgs.org
Marathon
/ March 04 to March 06 Guys and Dolls is a Tony-winning musical laced with Damon
Runyon characters, beautiful songs and snappy dances. Set in New York City in the 40s, it weaves a fable about gamblers, missionaries
and chorus girls. Showtime 8 p.m.
Contact: (305) 743-0408
Big Pine & the
Lower Keys / March 05 Stroll through stores and galleries for a fall night of art and live music, from 7 to 9 p.m.. Enjoy wine, beverages,
munchies and music.
Contact: (305) 872-1828
Islamorada
/ March 05 to March 06 Anglers compete to catch the finned denizens of the flats and backcountry, fishing with one lure or one fly until
they lose it.
Contact: Paul Tejera
Email: captbackbone@gmail.com
Marathon
/ March 05 to March 07 Anglers pursue sailfish in honor of the late lure maker who made
the Middle Florida Keys his home. The tournament benefits Hospice of the Florida Keys.
Contact: Terry
Fisher (305) 289-1310
Email: kcbmarina@bellsouth.net
Key West /
March 06 An Old Island Days tradition, this unique contest features novel sounds produced by contestants in several age categories
as they attempt to make “music” on fluted conch shells. Contest located in the garden of the Oldest House, 322
Duval Street.
Contact: (305) 294-9501
Layton Garden Club's
Annual Flea Market & Plant Sale / March 06 Join this small community surrounded by a 1,000 acre state park for their annual flea market and plant sale. City
of Layton at City Hall, MM 68.5, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission, vendors and booths will display a variety of merchandise.
Contact: Suzanne Murchie (305) 664-2064
Marathon
/ March 06 Tour beautiful homes and extraordinary gardens in the Marathon
area — all selected for their uniqueness and reflection of Keys living. Each home is adorned with floral arrangements
created by members of the Marathon Garden Club.
Contact: (305) 743-4971
Key West /
March 06 Six world-class pianists yearning to share their souls through their playing make for an evening of true musical
adventure. Showtime 7:30 p.m., Tennessee Williams Theatre, 5901 College Road. Tickets $20, $40 and $60. Tickets available
starting Nov. 2.
Contact: (305) 296-6059
Key West /
March 07 to March 13 Celebrate Cuba Week finishes with the hottest event of the year, March 13. This annual event has returned to the
Garden with the sounds of Havana Soul; enjoy mojitos, authentic Cuban food, original Cuban art, live auction and more. This
HOT benefit always sells out so make your reservations early! VIP Seating: $125, General Admission $100. Starts 7 p.m.
Contact: (305) 296-1504
Email: KWBGS@kwbgs.org
Marathon / March 8
The Middle Keys Concert Association, Inc. Presents
Jacksonville Lyric Opera La
Cenerentola- Gioachino Rossini
Performance will be held at the Marathon High School Auditorium, Sombrero Beach Road at
7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 7:00 p.m.) Tickets $25.00 at the Door.
Contact: Lynda Berrigan at 743-4687
Marathon
/ March 11 to March 13 Guys and Dolls is a many-times Tony-winning musical laced with
Damon Runyon characters, beautiful songs and snappy dances. Set in New York City in the ‘40s, it weaves a fable about
gamblers, missionaries and chorus girls. Showtime 8 p.m.
Contact: (305) 743-0408
Islamorada
/ March 11 to March 14 Florida Keys Survivor In this backcountry elimination draw tournament, the winner is the sole survivor.
Contact:
Sharon Mahoney Ellenwood (305) 393-6174
Marathon
/ March 12 to March 13 This "flats series" tournament consists of three parts
during the best times of year to fish each species: permit (March 12-13), tarpon (May 28-29) and bonefish (Oct. 8-9). Each
part pays out $3k for the two-angler team with the most combined points, second and third place. In addition to cash prizes
the tournament raises money for local scholarships. Limited entry of 35 boats, first come first served.
Contact:
(305) 289-0199
Email: bigtimetackle@comcast.net
Key West /
March 12 to March 13 Tour five elegant and unique
homes of Key West. Proceeds help benefit the Old Island Restoration Foundation. Presented by the Old Island Restoration Foundation,
this house and garden tour offers a rare opportunity to see inside some of Key West's magnificent, charming and tropical residences.
Contact: (305) 294-9501
Key West /
March 12 to March 14 Targeting multiple species, this annual challenge starts a season-long tournament that awards certificates for outstanding
catches and prizes in a host of categories.
Contact: Doris Harris (305) 295-6601
Email:
director@keywestfishingtournament.com
Marathon
/ March 13 to March 14 Gourmet delicacies from the waters of the Florida Keys highlight
this annual event at Marathon Community Park, mile marker 49 oceanside. Sponsored by Organized Fishermen of Florida and Marathon
Chamber of Commerce.
Contact: 305-743-5417
Email: info@floridakeysmarathon.com
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