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

KWSA Kids Camp
2018-06-25 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Key West Sports Academy, 700 Truman Ave, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Key West Sports Academy Kids Camp!
Each week is filled with an obstacle course, games, arts and crafts, snacks, and more!
**Please bring 2 bottles of water and a bag lunch each day
REGISTER NOW for future weeks

$100 deposit due at booking

Full balance due 14 days before camp
June 25th-29th

Secret Agents: Mystery Madness

July 9th-13th

Aloha Moana: Island Paradise

July 16th-20th

Under The Big Top: Circus Camp

July 23rd-27th

Candy Land

July 30th-August 3rd

Super Hero Summit

August 6th-10th

A Week in the Wizarding World

August 13th-17th

Summer Safari

Full Day (8am-4pm): $230/week

Ages 5-12yrs
KWSA members get a $15 discount each week

Half Day (8am-12pm OR 12pm-4pm): $140/week

Ages kindergarten - 12yrs

Beoir Bairille El Catador at the Cork
2018-06-27 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Cork and Stogie, 1218 Duval St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Come out and enjoy Jameson Irish Whiskey barrel ages Beoir Bairille.
Pair this with some great cheeses we have on hand

Local Farm Stand
2018-06-27 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Mellow Cafe, 1605 N Roosevelt Blvd, Suite 1, Key West
Celebrate local farmers and locally grown products
Local and organic products will be available for purchase from Townsend Family Organic Farms
*Food and drink specials available

Sailing Camp 2018
2018-06-11 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Key West Community Sailing Center, 705 Palm Ave, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Sailing camp has 10 separate/week-long sessions!
Each week will offer either a beginner, intermediate, or adventurous class.
**All classes in RED are full.
***Check website for update list if availability!!!

6/11-6/15 : Beginner (9-17 yrs)
6/18-6/22 : Beginner (9-17 yrs)
6/25-6/29 : Intermediate (9-17)
7/2-7-6 : Beginner (9-17)
7/9-7/13 : Young beginner (6-10 yrs)
7/16-7/20 : Adventure (7-17 yrs)
7/23-7/27 : Intermediate (9-17 yrs)
7/30-8/3 : Beginner (9-17 yrs)
8/6-8/10 : Young beginner (6-10 yrs)
8/13-8-17 : Adventure (7-17 yrs)

The instructors at the Center are certified through US Sailing. They have all instructed sailing on a variety of boats from 8' - 36'
For more information, Contact:

kwsceducation@gmail.com
Heidi Ruse 804-832-4731
Ben Hermelin 314-349-9929

Along the COAST Camp
2018-06-25 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | FL
This "Along the COAST" is the 3rd of 5 weeks of COAST Camps offered this summer!
This week includes journeying around Old Town. Each day has a different starting point, so make sure to check the daily schedule!
Day 1: "Starting at the Southernmost Beach Pier we’ll weave through the southernmost neighborhood pointing out historic landmarks and end up at the Bahama Village pool for a snack and a dip. We’ll stay for an hour and play on the playground and move further into the “village” with a stop at The COAST Outpost for lunch and t-shirt printing. From there, we’ll walk down to the old military lookouts behind the village and end at the Truman Waterfront for tree climbing, games and the new splash park!" (http://www.coastprojects.com/key-west-summer-camp-2018)

Drop off: Southernmost Beach
Pick up: EcoDiscovery Center

Day 2: "We’ll start the day with a trek into Fort Zachary Taylor State Park where we’ll set up camp and, together with the kids, plan our expeditions for the day. From there, we’ll discover the “Secret Beach”, take a dip in the water, beachcomb, and head to the fort for games. We’ll end the day with a journey back to the EcoDiscovery Center for interactive exhibits and some more time at the splash park!" (http://www.coastprojects.com/key-west-summer-camp-2018)

Drop off: EcoDiscovery Center
Pick up: EcoDiscovery Center

Day 3: "We’ll start with a bit of navigation and course plotting so the kids know where we are headed and how to read a map. From there, it’s a leisurely stroll through the Truman Annex and an exit onto Eaton Street. We’ll have a snack at Glazed Donuts and continue down towards the harbor for a dip in the water at Simonton Street Beach and a schooner tour. Then onwards to Bill Butler Park for tree and fruit identification. And tree climbing, of course!" (http://www.coastprojects.com/key-west-summer-camp-2018)

Drop off: Truman Waterfront
Pick up: Bill Butler Park

Day 4: "The day starts with a cemetery walk and iguana spotting! From there, we’ll walk through the back streets of the Meadows for plant identification and fruit tasting. Then it’s games at Bayview Park, a walk to the Wildlife Rescue Center for a tour and lunch in the shade. We’ll end at Higgs Beach — the old African cemetery — after a swim by the pier." (http://www.coastprojects.com/key-west-summer-camp-2018)

Drop off: Bill Butler Park
Pick up: Higgs Beach

Day 5: "We’ll walk the shores of Rest Beach for shell collecting and wildlife spotting — we’ve seen everything from queen conchs to ospreys catching fish. From there, we’ll take a dip at the White Street Pier followed by lunch and lesson at West Martello. Then it’s a walk through the back streets of the Casa Marina neighborhood for stories and tree identifications and we’ll wind up at Southernmost Beach for a cool down in the water where the trek comes full circle!" (http://www.coastprojects.com/key-west-summer-camp-2018)

Drop off: Higgs Beach
Pick up: Southernmost Beach

**Price includes: all materials, camp t-shirt, and fruit snacks daily
**Camp for children ages 6-12

Summer Art School - Week 3 - Mixed Media
2018-06-25 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | The Studios of Key West, 533 Eaton St., Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Go on a creative adventure this summer with fellow art enthusiasts!
Summer art school is split up into 5 weeks, this one being MIXED MEDIA!
**Daily lunch (healthy) is included
The next weeks include:

Pirate Adventures (7/9-7/13)
Old Masters, New Masters (7/23-7/27)

Farmer's Market
2018-06-27 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Sugarloaf Lodge, 17001 Overseas Hwy, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Weekly Farmer's Market!

The cheese lady, Produce
Ribs
Kombucha
Popcorn
Orchids
Crafts
Bread
So much more..

Mariner Summer Camp
2018-06-25 08:30 - 12:30 (America/Halifax) | The Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea, 700 Truman Ave, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Volleyball Camp!
8:30 am - 10:30 am

Incoming 4th-6th graders

10:30 am - 12:30 am

7th grade and up

Aqua Idol for SPCA
2018-06-26 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Aqua Nightclub, 711 Duval Street, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
12 singer will battle it out to take the next title of Aqua Idol

Support your favorite by voting with your dollars, which also helps SPCA

Have fun while supporting a wonderful cause
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO SPCA

Summer Kids Event: Elizabeth Moore, Science Lady
2018-06-26 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Halifax) | Monroe County Public Library, Marathon Branch, 3251 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL, 33050, United States
Science is fun!
Elizabeth Moore is an educator and NASA Ambassador.
Kids should be prepared to participate in awesome activities that prove science is fun!

Music Together in the Keys
2018-06-19 09:00 - 09:45 (America/Halifax) | The Church of Christ, 1700 Von Phister St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
"Hello everybody!
We are Music Together in the Keys, offering family music classes for ages 0-4. Our classes are 45 minutes of music and movement and offer an incredible opportunity for family bonding while children acquire essential skills and promote brain development. Our summer semester begins on 6/19 and registration is open! There are still spaces available in our Tuesday and Saturday family classes. Join us for 6 weeks of music, dance and fun! Click on the link below to visit our website and register for classes. - Irie Monte"
Pricing:

First child: $115
Sibling 1: $60
Sibling 2: $30
Newborn-8 mo old sibling: FREE

REGISTER TODAY!
Tuesday semester starts June 19 and Saturday semester starts June 23

Ninja Style Summer Camp
2018-06-18 08:00 - 16:00 UTC | Key West Sports Academy, 700 Truman Ave, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Join your fellow ninjas at camp!!
Activities include:

Working on ninja skills/tumbling
Obstacle course
Ninja crafts
Games
More

Ninja uniform REQUIRED - $32
Ninjas must bring:

2-3 bottles of water
LUNCH
Snacks

**Payment due in full at time of registration

Camp Bravo
2018-06-11 12:00 - 17:00 UTC | The Waterfront Playhouse, 310 Wall St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
11th Annual Camp Bravo!
Keys Community School of Arts will introduce your child to the world of musicals!
Through this camp, each child will experience and learn about:

Musical Understanding
The theatrical process
Stage creation
Costume design
Choreography
And much more!!

This years, end of camp production will be SEUSSICAL JR!
Visit their website for more detailed information
**$250 non-refundable application fee
***registration deadline is Tuesday, May 29th

COAST To COAST
2018-06-18 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | FL
This "COAST to COAST" is the 2nd of 5 weeks of COAST Camps offered this summer!
Kids will be introduced to life lessons and new skills that will prove priceless while living by the coast. Each day has a different starting point, so make sure to check the daily schedule!
Day 1: " Morning meeting and introduction followed by hands on t-shirt printing lesson, so kid’s will have a camp shirt for the week! Then we’ll trek into Fort Zach and head to the “secret beach” where kids will have the opportunity to explore the water’s edge, beachcomb, and cool off with swimming and snorkeling, while we offer some integrated lessons on the local wildlife. From there, we’ll have lunch in the shade, learn the basics of climbing trees and make our way through the hardwood hammock, ending the day at the new splash park." (http://www.coastprojects.com/coast-to-coast-camp-key-west)

Drop off & pick up: EcoDiscovery Center

Day 2: "We’ll start the day with an introduction to the very basics of skateboarding — we’ll provide boards or feel free to bring your own! From there, we’ll go on a nature walk with the goal of teaching the kids to identify some of our native and exotic trees and plants. Then we’ll snack on local fruit during lunch in the shade. From there, we’ll head inside the Eco Discovery Center for interactive lessons on the local marine life and ecosystems and a short film about growing up on the water in the Keys. We’ll end the day at the splash park for games and cooling off!" (http://www.coastprojects.com/coast-to-coast-camp-key-west)

Drop off & pick up: EcoDiscovery Center

Day 3: "We’ll start the day with a tour of the civil war fort followed by a serious game of capture the flag in the fort. From there, we’ll head to the main beach where we’ll set up camp and teach the kids some basic survival skills, like building shelter, tying knots and some boating safety drills (done on land). From there, we’ll have a sandcastle building competition, lunch under the pines and plenty of time in the water as the day heats up! We’ll end the day with a trek out of the park and finish the day with a lesson in kite flying!" (http://www.coastprojects.com/coast-to-coast-camp-key-west)

Drop off & pick up: EcoDiscovery Center

Day 4: "Those interested in more skateboarding will have the chance to start the day coasting around the Truman Waterfront. We’ll have games for the rest and then it’s onto a mid-morning tour of the USCG Cutter Ingham. We’ll have lunch on the pier and team building games on the lawn. Then we’ll hike through the Truman Annex and head for an afternoon snack at Glazed Donuts! After a slow walk back where kids can test their knowledge of local plants and trees, we’ll end the day cooling off at the splash park." (http://www.coastprojects.com/coast-to-coast-camp-key-west)

Drop off & pick up: Eco Discovery Center

Day 5: "We’ll start the day with a hike into Fort Zach where we’ll set up camp in the shade and look forward to a relaxing final day at the beach with plenty of time in the water, games and some fun “tests” where kids will have the chance to recall what they’ve learned throughout the week. We’ll have a cookout where kids can learn the finer points of grilling out and spitting watermelon seeds. We’ll end the day with a scavenger hunt and final trek out of the park ending the week where it all started!" (http://www.coastprojects.com/coast-to-coast-camp-key-west)

Drop off & pick up: EcoDiscovery Center

**Price includes: all materials, camp t-shirt, and fruit snacks daily
**Camp for children ages 6-12

Rolling River Rampage VBS
2018-06-18 08:30 - 12:00 UTC | Key West United Methodist Church, 600 Eaton Street, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Vacation Bible School Time!!
Rolling River Rampage will include new music, science, creative crafts, recreation, and memorable bible stories!
Registration can be found on their website and is open to all children in grades pre-k through 5.

Driftwood Wreath
2018-06-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | Sigsbee Community Center, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Learn how to make your own driftwood wreath!
All supplies will be provided

Bring any snack and drink

Ages 8+
**Open to Active duty, retirees, their dependents, and DOD civilians with a valid military ID cards

The Tea Dance After-Party
2018-06-24 19:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | Mangoes, 700 Duval St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Mangoes Presents:
The Tea Dance After-Party!
Dance the night away in our Ricky Ricardo Room (located upstairs)

Live DJ
Spiked Tea Special
Well drinks & Beer
FREE Admission

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
