My Key West Portal is the Social Calendar for the Florida Keys and Key West

Kids Bike Rodeo
2018-05-19 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Horace O'Bryant Middle School, 1105 Leon St., Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Event includes free helmet fittings, bike tune ups, an obstacle course, and a chance to win a kids bike!!

2017-2018 Speaker Series
2018-01-20 13:30 - 14:30 UTC | FL
Interested in learning more about the complex and fascinating environmental world of Key West and the Florida Keys?
Then join us each month for our Speaker Series in The Nature Chapel.

Admission is $5 for non-members. Free for garden members!
Be sure to come early for the Native Plant Sale! From 9 a.m.-noon, we offer more than 150 species of butterfly- and bird-attracting native, rare and endangered plants propagated and available in the Botanical Garden Nursery. A great way to create your customized Key West garden — and support the Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden, too.

Here’s the complete 2017-18 Speakers Series line-up:

12-16-17: Keys Gardens: Before and After Irma — Robin Robinson, Key West master gardener, author and columnist
1-20-18: Birding in Key West for Amateurs — Robyn Mayer, Florida park ranger, Fort Taylor State Park
2-17-18: Greening the Keys — Alison Higgins, Key West sustainability coordinator
3-17-18: Trees of Key West and the city ordinances — Karen DiMaria, Key West municipal arborist
4-21-18: Understanding the Florida Keys and how that affects gardening — Susan Reutling, master gardener and manager of the Tropical Garden Nursery
5-19-18: Soil creation and remediation for the Florida Keys — Harry Crissy, Monroe County extension agent
6-16-18: To Be Announced

https://keywest.garden/event/2017-2018-speaker-series/2018-01-20/
For more info contact: info@keywest.garden

CoffeeMill Dance Studio's Danceworks 16
2018-05-19 19:30 UTC | Tennessee Williams Theatre, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Celebrating 35 years of dance in Key West!
Danceworks is an annual Spring performance celebrating all styles of dance including ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, modern, tap, jazz, lyrical, afro/jazz, belly dance, and tumbling.

Tickets can be purchased: keystix.com

Movies on Sunset Green - Guardians of the Galaxy II
2018-05-19 20:00 - 21:30 UTC | Sunset Green Event Lawn at The Keys Collection, 3820 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Guardians of the Galaxy, vol II!!
Watch a movie outdoors on a 25' screen!

Popcorn will be available along with other food and beverage options

2018-05-21 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Green Parrot, 601 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Support the Key West Art & Historical Society at BINGO NIGHT!

Bingo cards are $1 each
Prizes to be won include gift certificates and goodies from local restaurants
Money raised supports the exhibits department

Stormdrain Stenciling
2018-05-23 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Bayview Park, Truman Ave, and Eisenhower Dr, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
ALL LOCAL DRAINS LEAD TO THE OCEAN!
volunteers are needed to help stencil all of the storm drains to encourage proper waste disposal and to remind everyone that the drains lead directly to the ocean.

Green Market
2018-01-04 09:00 - 14:00 UTC | Bayview Park, Truman Ave, and Eisenhower Dr, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Every Thursday find an eclectic array of vendors at Key West Weekly Green Market at Bayview Park.
Life can be very simple shopping for pre-made meals, fresh produce, delicious cheeses, beautiful orchids, some health and beauty needs at this small market.
Planning a party this season, or while you’re in town with friends and family? Why not have a Paella Party? They’re serving Paella at the Green Market – they cater as well.

Pirate Radio LIVE Broadcast
2018-05-24 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Margaritaville Key West Resort & Marina, 245 Front Street, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
LIVE FROM MARGARITAVILLE, IT'S PIRATE RADIO!!

Margaritaville Pier from 6-7pm
Sunset Deck from 7-8pm

Reps from Papa's Pilar Rum Distillery and Hemingway Rum Company will be there also!

Bike Night
2018-05-24 18:00 - 23:00 UTC | Mellow Cafe, 1605 N Roosevelt Blvd, Suite 1, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Ride your bike to Mellow Cafe Key West and receive 50% food and a chance to win a FREE BIKE

Entertainment by Ike Kanakanui from 6-9pm
Raffle:First Thursday of the month

PROMOTING SAFE BIKING IN KEY WEST!

Trivia Night
2018-05-24 21:00 UTC | Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar, 221 Duval St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
EATING. DRINKING. THINKING.
Trivia night is on EVERY Thursday night and includes JD and DJ WMAF 1230AM
There will be prizes available along with food and drinks for purchase!

Silent Disco
2018-05-25 20:00 UTC | Sunset Green Event Lawn at The Keys Collection, 3820 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Choose your music. Wear your headset. Dance.
3 DJs will be performing and you have to choose which one you want to dance to!
The music is broadcasted via radio transmission to each individual wireless headset.
Food and drinks will be available on site.

Jungle Fever - Kids Paint Class
2018-05-26 10:00 (America/Halifax) | The Studios of Key West, 533 Eaton St., Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Kids guided painting class on a canvas!

Call or text 305-394-1153 to reserve a spot for your child. Make sure to include the child's name.
**24 hour notice must be given for any cancellation

Payment is accepted the day of event.
*Please walk your child/children to the classroom and be sure to allow extra time for parking

Pajama Saturday Weekend Movie
2018-05-26 13:00 UTC | Key West Library Youth, 700 Fleming St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Movie and Popcorn!!
Join us in the theater for a new and popular movie and popcorn

The Running of the Chihuahuas
2018-05-26 13:30 - 18:00 UTC | Rick's & Dirty Harry's, 202 Duval st, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
5th Annual "Running of the Chihuahuas"

Registration starts at 1:30 pm
All dogs must be up to date with vaccinations and leashed
Kid friendly
Races start at 3pm
Entry fee $20

benefits the Xena Fund

Winner takes home the CHIHUAHUA CUP and a CASH PRIZE

**Following the Chihuahua races there will be a "small dog fun run"... ALL SMALL BREEDS WELCOME

27th Annual Schooner Wharf Minimal Regatta
2018-05-27 11:00 - 18:00 UTC | Schooner Wharf, 202 William St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Can you build a boat that will stay afloat?! Let's find out!
Objective: each team of 6 must build a boat with the intention of staying afloat through the entire race course in the Key West Bight.
The Catch?! : The boats can only be made of plywood, fasteners, duct tape, and 2' x 4's
Whether you are here to watch or join in, it will be memorable for sure!
The event wouldn't be complete without live music and of course, drinks for purchase!

Registration Form:
https://schoonerwharf.com/18events/minimal-reg-lg.jpg

Animal Farm Open House
2018-05-27 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Monroe County Sheriff's Office Animal Club, 5501, College Road, FL, 33040, United States
Come hang out with the animals!!
The animal farm is open to the public ever 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month!

Sheriff's Animal Farm
2018-01-28 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | FL
A great place to visit, observe animals, and in some cases - touch them.
Here is a list of some of the animals:

Large aviary
Reptile exhibit
Rabbit warren
Farm animals
Mo the Sloth
Miniature horses
Angus the steer
Chickens
Pigs
Goats
Rabbits
Kinkajous
Kelsey the Lemur
Alpacas
Albino python
Peacocks and many tropical birds
85 pound African Spurred Tortoise

Resources:
Monroe County Sheriff's Animal Farm
Contact: Jeanne Selander
Email: jselander@keysso.net

Pig Roast
2018-05-27 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Oceans Edge Key West Resort, Hotel, and Marina, 5950 Peninsular Avenue, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Memorial Day Pig Roast Feast!!
For only $122/person, enjoy:

Mojo marinated roasted pig
Smoked gouda mac n' cheese
Corn mash
More!

Full Moon Experience
2018-05-27 19:00 - 23:59 UTC | Higgs Beach, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Come together and celebrate us!
Guests are invited to have a big party on the beach, simply celebrating everyone out there to join in!
It is encouraged that you bring an item that enhances the party - beach ball, telescope, bubble wand, unique performance, anything out of the box!

7pm - Free yoga class
8pm - Moonrise celebration with a live DJ
8:45pm - Key West Junkanoos - DJ to follow
9:45pm - Rythm & Fire dance performance
10pm - 12am - Live DJ

Wear your best flower attire and feel free to bring flowers to share as well!
$10 entry fee includes reusable cup along with a signature drink

$1 of every cup purchased goes to Reef Relief

**Cash bar open all night
**Food vendors will be on site

BBQ
2018-05-28 11:00 - 18:00 UTC | Key West Harbour, 600 Peninsular Avenue, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Memorial Day BBQ at Jack's Havana Bar Poolside Grill!!
VETERANS AND ACTIVE MILITARY EAT FREE
Menu includes:

1/2 lb cheeseburger $12
1/4 lb hot dog $6
Twin hot dogs $10
BBQ chicken quarters $10
Roasted corn on the cob $2

**all menu items come with coleslaw, potato salad, baked beans, chips, and 1 drink

41st Annual Survivor's Party
2018-05-28 16:00 - 20:00 UTC | La Te Da, 1125 Duval Street, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Help support a good cause by enjoying a party full of wonderful food, a silent auction, raffles, and fantastic entertainment!
The proceeds go to the Sister Season Fund; a homegrown charity that provides rent and utilities to locals in the hospitality industry when they are temporarily unable to work through no fault of their own.

To donate a silent auction item, volunteer, or become a sponsor, contact: Ginger King at 305-849-0991
to reserve seating, contact: George at 314-566-2940

Eat Fats for Energy Keto Mixer
2018-05-31 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Bayview Park, Truman Ave, and Eisenhower Dr, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Weekly Keto mixer!!
**Includes therapeutic samples and give-aways**

Wine Tasting
2018-05-31 16:00 - 19:00 UTC | The Roost, 508 Fleming Street, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Taste the flavors of old world wines from France and Italy!
* Wines will be available for purchase

1st Saturday of the Month Hazardous Waste Drop Off
2018-01-06 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | Indigenous Park, 1801 White Street, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
This Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Drop-off Day provides a safe and environmentally sound way to get rid of hard-to-dispose-of items.
Important Musts:

1. City of Key West Residents Only
2. No Businesses

Accepting: Household Chemicals and Electronics
Gasoline (up to 5 gallons in a leakproof container)
Paints
Stains
Preservatives
Pesticides
Fertilizers
Roofing Compounds
Waste oil and Cooking oil
Resins and Solvents
Adhesives and Caulks
Corrosives and Acids
Cleaning Products
Automotive Fluids
Electronics are also be accepted: microwaves, TVs, computers, game systems, speakers, telephones, circuit boards, etc.

For more information contact the City of Key West: at 305-809-3776, or Waste Management: at 305-296-8297.

Home Depot Day
2018-03-03 09:00 - 12:00 UTC | Home Depo, 2811 N Roosevelt Boulevard, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Every 1st Saturday is "Home Depot Day" for kids in Key West. I'm not sure if they do this in every Home Depot store all over the country, but it's a big hit Key West.
At this monthly event - you'll find dozens of busy children: -

hammering,

building, and

painting

Home Depot provides tools, and kits (a different project kit each month). While supplies last kid work aprons are provided that children reuse, and at future visits. Souvenir project pins can be collected.
Collecting pins on aprons reminds me of Hard Rock suspenders full of collector pins from various Hard Rocks around the world.
Thank you Home Depot for the many years of Saturday fun!

Resources:
Home Depot Workshops in Key West (Big and Little Kids)
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E-mail your photo and photo details to: Awesome@SocialMediaG.com with Subject line: My Home Depot Workshop Photo

FOW Returns to Mary Ellen's
2018-06-02 23:00 (America/Halifax) | Mary Ellen's, Applerouth Lane, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Fish Out of Water is back at Mary Ellen's...Come out and join the party!!

Local's Day at the Botanical Gardens
2018-02-04 | Key West Botanical Garden, 5210 College Rd, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Free admission for Florida Keys residents and students.
Monroe County Florida ID Required.
You can still bring a visitor or out of town guest for free!

https://keywest.garden/event/locals-day/all/
For more info contact: info@keywest.garden
