| September 01,
in Islamorada |
Book Signing at Amoray Dive Resort
September 01
World-renowned authors/photographers, Ned and Anna DeLoach will be available for book signings from 7 PM to 9 PM at cocktail parties at Amy Slate's Amoray Dive Resort at mm 104.5 Bayside. The public is welcome, so come and say hello to Anna and Ned and have them autograph your treasured books. DeLoach books will also be available for purchase.
Contact: 305-664-4503
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| September 01,
in Islamorada |
COMMUNITY PEACE PARK - UPDATE MEETING
September 01
The planning meeting for the dedication of the Community Peace Park at Key Largo Park ( Sat. Sept. 25th ) will be held at Mimi Greek's house at 7:00 PM. Thanks for your continued support and time ! Things are really starting to come together !! It's going to be a great community building event ! Feel free to invite new people to the meeting. Many hands make light work ! Mim's address is - 162 Redwing Road in Tavernier. She lives on the bay in Plantation Key - around MM 90.4. Turn bayside UNDER the light at Plantation Boat Mart on to Plantation Avenue. Then turn right on Redwing Road and follow it to the water. Look for the peace sign on the fence.
Contact: www.keystopeace.com or Mimi's cell - 602-448-6303
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| September 04,
in Islamorada |
Self Guided Tour of Islamorada Historical Sites
September 04
A tent will be set up at the Hurricane Monument in Islamorada with free maps and brochures. The Matecumbe Historic Trust will display photos and will have 75th Anniversary Commemorative Tshirts and other items for sale. Start time is 9:00 am.
Contact: 664-9504
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| September 04,
in Islamorada |
Recycle Fair
September 04
THE CENTER FOR GREEN STUDIES ANNOUNCES ITS FIRST RECYCLE FAIR. Please Stop filling landfills -- Recycle ! The Center for Green Studies is opening its doors with a new twist on an old theme. In the spirit of planetary health, They are hosting a 'Recycle Fair.' They want to give new life to those old household items before they become blocks in the great pyramids of garbage surrounding our cities. All are invited to register for a booth and sell that 'junk in the (storage) trunk' or visit and dig for treasure at a flea market benefiting The Center for
Green Studies. 12 Step Pack Rat Anonymous meetings and counseling on site.
The fair is scheduled from at 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM in the Center for Green Studies triangle located at 87432 Old Highway in Islamorada. (MM 87.4)
If traveling south; turn off US 1 onto the Old Road at MM 88 (MM 80 Resort) and continue south to MM 87.4. If traveling north; turn off US 1 onto the Old Road at MM 87 (Founders Park) and continue north to MM 87.4
Contact: Rachel Snowman at 305-664-9044 or email to rsnowman@ctr4gs.org
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| September 06,
in Islamorada |
Labor Day Hurricane Memorial Service
September 06
The Matecumbe Historical Trust will host the Annual Labor Day Service at the Hurricane Monument to honor the lives of the many who died on Labor Day 1935 in the worst hurricane to ever hit the Florida Keys. The Service will be at 9am.
Later on the same day, at 8:00 PM The MHT will host a slide show at the Hurricane Monument.
Contact: 305-393-0940
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| September 07,
in Islamorada |
Toastmasters Open House
September 07
5:30 PM Open House. 6-7PM Toastmasters Meeting
Location: Marathon, MM50 Latitudes at Sombrero Beach Resort
sponsor: Middle Keys Toastmasters
Contact: keys2open@bellsouth.net
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| September 09,
in Islamorada |
Mac User Group meets - Free lecture
September 09
At 7pm, at the Key Largo Library Community Room, the Upper Keys Mac User Group is pleased to host Christi Allen of EcoWeek on the topic of Constant Contact. Constant Contact is an online/email marketing solution that helps groups communicate about events and other news. Christi has been using the package to promote EcoWeek, and we'll be hearing more about that as she shows us the product. Mac and PC users are encouraged to come, this works on both platforms.
Mac beginners: come at 6:30 and bring your Mac and your questions. There will be some experienced users there to help for the half-hour before the formal presentation starts!
The meeting is free and open to the public, doesn't require reservations, and includes refreshments. UKMUG is a non-profit group promoting the use and enjoyment of computers through information and educational networking. There are monthly meetings/lectures/demonstrations, a monthly free E-newsletter, giveaways and fun for computer hobbyists in the Keys. It's casual, enjoyable and informative!
Contact: 305-451-4601 or www.ukmug.org for more information.
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| September 09,
in Islamorada |
Regular Village Council Meeting
September 09
5:30 at the Community Room at Founders Park, mile marker 87 bayside in Islamorada. Open to the public.
Contact: 305 664-4503
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| September 14,
in Islamorada |
Toastmasters Open House
September 14
5:30 PM Open House. 6-7 PM Toastmasters Meeting
Location: Tavernier, MM 92 Tasters Grill
sponsored by: Upper Keys Toastmasters
Contact: www.middlekeystoastmasters.org or email keys2open@bellsouth.net
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| September 15,
in Islamorada |
Florida Keys History of Diving Museum's Free
September 15
The History of Diving continues its Immerse Yourself! free monthly program series every third Wednesday! This month guests will enjoy A Quest for the Past: Adventures in Underwater Exploration." Archaeological diver and researcher Eric Wartenweiler Smith's passion for underwater archaeology has taken him around the world uncovering sunken history from cities lost under the sea. From excavating Cleopatra's Sunken Palace to recovering unexploded bombs buried at the bottom of the ocean, learn how Smith has used innovative underwater technologies to protect us and preserve our history. 7pm.
Contact: www.DivingMuseum.org or 305-664-9737.
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| September 17 to September 19,
in Islamorada |
Take Stock in Children Backcountry Challenge
September 17 to September 19
Kick off will be at Upper Keys Sailing Club mm 100 Bayside. Those not wishing to fish can still support Take Stock and other local scholarships by attending the dinner and auction Sunday, September 19. This is a Key Largo Rotary sponsored event. The price of admission is $125 per angler/$30 social. All proceeds from this event will benefit Take Stock in Children and other local youth scholarships.
Contact: 305-766-7486 or email host@islandbayresort.com
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| September 17 to September 18,
in Islamorada |
38th Annual Phil Peterson Poker Run
September 17 to September 18
The Sunrise Rotary is again hosting the 38th annual Phil Peterson Poker Run. As usual, the Upper Keys Rotary will be assisting by running the stop at the Lorelei.
Contact: Mark E. Kohl Email: markkohl@aol.com,MarkKohl@Bellsouth.net
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| September 18,
in Islamorada |
Dog Daze of Summer
September 18
Saturday 1-6 pm. At the Rain Barrel Artist's Village mm 87 bayside. Food and Drink for man and beast. Pets welcomed, owners must be leashed. Proceeds go to Upper Keys Human Society.
Contact: Morna Strengholt 305-852-5833
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| September 21,
in Islamorada |
Toastmasters Meeting
September 21
Location: Marathon Coldwell Banker Office (by Office Depot) 8AM-9AM sponsored by: Middle Keys Toastmasters
Contact: www.middlekeystoastmasters.org
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| September 22 to September 26,
in Islamorada |
12th Annual Florida Keys Birding & Wildlife Festival
September 22 to September 26
A great family event! There will be an environmental fair and art show during the day at Curry Hammock State Park, featuring many activities for the whole family. Celebrate wildlife and the arts with displays from Artists in Paradise Gallery, Big Pine Key. Art work will focus on the beautiful flora, fauna and birds of the Florida Keys. Park admission fees are waived. Ornithologist, Pete Dunne, will lead a morning field trip and do a book signing on Saturday. As the featured trip this year, the Florida Keys Birding and Wildlife Festival is pleased to present a special guided trip on Sunday, September 26th. It will be an all-day excursion to Dry Tortugas National Park led by Dr. Mark Whiteside.
Contact: www.keysbirdingfest.org
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| September 25,
in Islamorada |
Peace Park Dedication
September 25
Join your friends and neighbors and Keys to Peace at the Peace Park dedication at Key Largo Park on from 10 AM-1 PM. Also celebrating Keys to Peace's 3rd birthday! A family fun event for everyone in the community!
Contact: www.keystopeace.com
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| September 25,
in Islamorada |
Museum Day AND Founder's Day at the Dive Museum!
September 25
museum day + founder's day - You don't want to miss one of the Dive Museum's biggest events of the entire year! To celebrate 4 years of diving history, the History of Diving Museum is hosting this event, which will offer free museum admission all day from 10am-5pm. Join them for food, fun, and entertainment for the whole family! They will be giving special "founder's" tours and teaming up with a variety of local non-profits. You won't want to miss this special day!
Contact: 305-664-4503
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| September 26,
in Islamorada |
Kids Fishing Tournament
September 26
At the Islamorada Fish Company in Islamorada.
This is a true favorite of kids everywhere. Don't miss it!
Contact: 305-664-9271
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| September 28,
in Islamorada |
Toastmasters Meeting
September 28
Location: Tavernier, MM92 Taster's Grill
8AM-9AM sponsored by: Upper Keys Toastmasters
Contact: www.middlekeystoastmasters.org or email keys2open@bellsouth.net
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