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Key West Toastmasters Club Meeting
2017-08-08 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Keys Federal Credit Union, 3022 N. Roosevelt (Key Plaza), Key West, 33040, United States
Toastmasters is an internationally recognized organization, specializing in communication and leadership developement.
Meetings are the second and fourth Tuesday of each month and start on time at 12pm. Meetings are open for anyone who wishes to improve their leadership and communications skills.
Toastmasters Mission statement:
"We empower individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders."

Conch Scramble Par-Tee on the Water Charity Golf Tournament
2017-09-29 18:00 - 2017-09-30 17:00
Registration is open.
Kickoff Party 9/29/17 6:00pm-10:00pm, Place TBA Tournament Start 9/30/17, 8:30am, Islamorada Fish Company, MM 81.5.
Awards Ceremony 9/30/17, 3:30pm-4:30pm, Ocean View Inn & Sports Pub, MM 84.5.
The Conch Scramble takes place on the big blue sea, with floating greens, golf boats and biodegradable golf balls that turn into fish food! The Conch Scramble is a 501(c)3 organization that accepts tax deductible contributions. This year's beneficiaries are: Treasure Village Montessori School, Coral Shores High School Football Booster Club, Coral Shores High School baseball teams and Coral Shores High School boys' soccer teams.
Contact: 305-509-0315
Email: info@conchscramble.com

Free Movie: Pulp Fiction @ the Key West Theater
2017-09-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
The lives of two mob hit men, a boxer, a gangster's wife, and a pair of diner bandits intertwine in four tales of violence and redemption.

Director:
Quentin Tarantino

Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 7pm at the Key West Theater

Fifth Annual Swim for Alligator Lighthouse
2017-09-23 05:30 - 18:30 | Amara Cay, 80001 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL, 33036, United States
In the event’s fifth year, swimmers participate in a 9-mile roundtrip race from Islamorada to the Alligator Lighthouse and back. Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Pool in Islamorada, helping provide scholarship opportunities to those in need, and preserve treasured historic lighthouses on Florida’s coastal waterways.

Books & Books Art Contest Submissions Due
2017-09-22 08:00 - 18:00 | Books & Books, 533 Eaton Street, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Local bookseller Books & Books @ the Studios of Key West is hosting an art contest, and anyone can enter! They are calling upon art enthusiasts to submit one piece of art inspired by their favorite book. The winning piece will be displayed in Books & Books for one month, and the winner will receive a $500 Books & Books Art Supply Gift card. Contest details state, ‘Inspiration comes in all forms so feel free to incorporate as much or as little reference to the book in your piece as you like.’ There is a $10 registration fee. Visit the store from 10-6 or check out http://booksandbookskw.com/art-contest/for all the details. Entrants can also register their submission online here: http://booksandbookskw.com/sac-registration/. Finished artwork needs to be submitted by 6 pm on September 29th .

Take Stock in Children Backcountry Challenge
2017-09-22 - 2017-09-24
For 18 years this annual tournament has offered anglers the opportunity to win coveted trophies for trout, snook and redfish. A popular auction showcase and Sunday evening dinner are open to the public. Proceeds support local vocational scholarships for all ages, and Take Stock in Children scholarships for financially challenged Upper Keys students.
Contact Dennis Caltagirone 305-331-0525 for more information.

Free Movie: Best In Show @ the Key West Theater
2017-09-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
A colorful array of characters compete at a national dog show.

Director:
Christopher Guest

Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 7pm.

29th Annual "Showcase of Key West Businesses" Trade Show
2017-09-20 15:00 - 17:00 | Key West Marriott Beachside, Tavern N Town 3841 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
The Key West Chamber of Commerce offers you an opportunity to showcase your business during the Business Trade Show, this year’s event will be held at the Key West Marriott Beachside Resort. Last year as in previous years this highly successful show was sold out, with more than 400 people attending making it a fun day for all. This year’s trade show hours will be 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a ½ hour break at 5:00 p.m. to prepare for the members only Business After Hours sponsored by the Key West Marriott Beachside, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m..
We encourage you to participate in this year’s trade show. As an exhibitor, you will receive maximum exposure to attending members of the business community and residents of Key West and the lower keys as you display the products and information that your business offers. We encourage you to provide giveaways as an added attraction, resulting in a greater marketing exposure for your business. Booth Sizes Available: Oversized Corner Booths, Extended Wall Booths, Standard Wall Booths and Center Room Booths. More information and a registration form will be mailed to all members in the next few weeks.
For more information or to reserve your booth contact:
Kerry Baker: 305-294-2587 or email: membership@keywestchamber.org

18th Annual Herman Lucerne Memorial Backcountry Fishing Championship
2017-09-15 16:30 - 21:30 | Don's Bait & Tackle, 90 N Homestead Blvd, Homestead, 33030, United States
Named after the man known affectionately as “Mr. Everglades,” the event is headquartered at the Islander Resort, A Guy Harvey Outpost. Anglers are challenged to fish off of Everglades National Park, fishing areas that Lucerne favored.

The 2017 Herman Lucerne Memorial is a two-day tournament on September 15 -17, 2017 with a unique seven-species format to benefit the angler experience of Everglades National Park. Anglers are challenged to catch at least one Tarpon, Redfish, Snook, Seatrout, Snapper, Bonefish, and Black Drum. Awards are given in 22 individual categories at our ceremony hosted at the Islander Resort in Islamorada, FL.

Robert James Sales S.L.A.M. Celebrity Tournament
2017-09-08 - 2017-09-10
In the first of three tournaments in the annual Redbone Celebrity Tournament Series, also called The Trilogy, anglers target tarpon, permit and bonefish to achieve the coveted “flats grand slam.” The event raises funds for the fight against cystic fibrosis. Tournament takes place in Key West.
305-664-2002 for more information

LGBT Art & Culture Revolution
2017-09-07 - 2017-09-11
Two Islands - One Week - Be a Part of History! Begin with an Art, Wine & Dine Experience in Key West, then be transported back in time to Cuba for the trip of a lifetime.

Dinner & Pool Parties, Private Gallery, Art Exhibitions, Gallery, Museum & Rum Distillery Tours

Contact Wendy DeLucca for more information: 954-699-6556

Womenfest Key West
2017-09-06 - 2017-09-10
Thousands of singles, couples and groups of women flock to Key West each year for this renowned celebration for lesbians and their friends. Activities generally include dance parties, poolside gatherings, sailing and snorkeling, live music, comedy performances and more.

SOUTHERNMOST BEACH JAM
2017-09-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Southernmost Beach Cafe, 1405 Duval St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Information coming soon. 508 South St. 305-296-6577. 6 PM to 9 PM. Free!

COWBOY BILL'S 10th ANUUAL GIT-R-WET T-SHIRT CONTEST
2017-09-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Cowboy Bill's Bar, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Limited to 25 contestants who will be competing for $1500.00 in cash prizes. 1st prize = $1000; 2nd prize - $300.00; 3rd priz - $200.00 10pm 618 Duval St. 305-440-2605

8th Annual Key West BrewFest
2017-09-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Green Parrot, 601 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Because the last 7 BrewFest’s have been so much fun and such a success, we’re doing it again! Join us, in Key West over Labor Day weekend, August 31 – September 4, 2017. The Southernmost Beach Resort has teamed up with the Key West Sunrise Rotary of the Conch Republic to host Key West BrewFest. All proceeds to benefit the Rotary Club and their charitable efforts. Events from beer dinners, beer brunches, happy hour parties, pool parties, late-night parties, seminars and the Signature Tasting Festival Event are some of the great activities we have on tap for you! And, try tasting close to 200 beers in one weekend!
7pm: Bingo at the Green Parrot located at 601 Whitehead Street.

8th Annual Key West BrewFest
2017-09-03
Because the last 7 BrewFest’s have been so much fun and such a success, we’re doing it again! Join us, in Key West over Labor Day weekend, August 31 – September 4, 2017. The Southernmost Beach Resort has teamed up with the Key West Sunrise Rotary of the Conch Republic to host Key West BrewFest. All proceeds to benefit the Rotary Club and their charitable efforts. Events from beer dinners, beer brunches, happy hour parties, pool parties, late-night parties, seminars and the Signature Tasting Festival Event are some of the great activities we have on tap for you! And, try tasting close to 200 beers in one weekend!
Schedule of Events:
12pm – 5pm: Pool party sponsored by Tampa Bay Brewing at The Perry Hotel located at 7001 Shrimp Road, Stock Island
1pm – 5pm: Pool Beer Pong Party Tour, sponsored by Bud Light at Keys Collection Hotels. Grab your passport at The Barefoot Bar and Grill at The Fairfield Inn and Suites, along with a $5 Bud Light and get your first stamp. Proceed to the Salty Lime at the Hilton Garden Inn and purchase your 2nd Bud Light for $5 and receive your second stamp. Make your way over to Rum Row at the Gates Hotel for another $5 Bud Light and receive your third stamp. Then it’s on to The Toasted Coconut at 24 North Hotel where $10 gets you your final stamp and a wristband to play. Live DJ with party favors provided by Bud Light.
1pm- 4pm: Kona Pool Party at The Marker Waterfront Resort , at 200 William Street, featuring tunes by DJ Jimmy and a pig roast
7pm: Funky Budda Beer Dinner at the Southernmost Beach Cafe located at 1405 Duval Street. $69/per person plus tax

8th Annual Key West BrewFest
2017-09-02
Because the last 7 BrewFest’s have been so much fun and such a success, we’re doing it again! Join us, in Key West over Labor Day weekend, August 31 – September 4, 2017. The Southernmost Beach Resort has teamed up with the Key West Sunrise Rotary of the Conch Republic to host Key West BrewFest. All proceeds to benefit the Rotary Club and their charitable efforts. Events from beer dinners, beer brunches, happy hour parties, pool parties, late-night parties, seminars and the Signature Tasting Festival Event are some of the great activities we have on tap for you! And, try tasting close to 200 beers in one weekend!
Schedule of Events:
3pm – 5pm: VIP admission at the Key West BrewFest Signature Tasting Festival on South Beach, located at 1405 South Beach
($75 per person, tickets must be purchased in advance, limited number sold). Purchase Tickets
5pm-8pm: The Signature Tasting Festival on South Beach, 1405 South Beach, $40 in advance; $50 day of or at the door. Located at 1405 Duval Street. Purchase Tickets
***8pm: Second Line March led by New Orleans band Water Seed leaving South Beach at end of the Signature Tasting Festival. Get your dancing shoes on to march your way from the end festival at South Beach, down Duval Street, to the Green Parrot. Keep the night alive with the live brass band leading you to the next party!
8pm: Join Water Seed as they head on stage at the Green Parrot for the after party
8pm: Key West BrewFest annual After Party at The Porch featuring live music by local favorite Happy Dog

Heroes Salute Tribute Weekend
2017-09-01 - 2017-09-03 | Hawks Cay Resort, 61 Hawks Cay Blvd, Duck Key, FL, 33050, United States
Each fall, Hawks Cay Resort on Duck Key hosts an annual Heroes Salute program to honor military, fire and rescue, law enforcement and medical personnel; a special Labor Day Weekend event is planned to include an All-American barbecue, heroes tribute, country music concert and fireworks show.

8th Annual Key West BrewFest
2017-09-01
Because the last 7 BrewFest’s have been so much fun and such a success, we’re doing it again! Join us, in Key West over Labor Day weekend, August 31 – September 4, 2017. The Southernmost Beach Resort has teamed up with the Key West Sunrise Rotary of the Conch Republic to host Key West BrewFest. All proceeds to benefit the Rotary Club and their charitable efforts. Events from beer dinners, beer brunches, happy hour parties, pool parties, late-night parties, seminars and the Signature Tasting Festival Event are some of the great activities we have on tap for you! And, try tasting close to 200 beers in one weekend!
Schedule of Events:
Morning Radio Broadcast: featuring Islamorada Beer Company at Two Friends Patio
12pm – 4pm: Beer and Taco Paired Lunch featuring Wynwood Brewery at Mellow Café and Gastro Pub $17- includes 4 tacos and a beer flight
12pm til late – Drink Like a Local Tap Takeover at Waterfront Brewery 201 William Street. Drink like a LOCAL and enjoy specialty, limited kegs being tapped on the hour every hour.
1pm – 4pm: Come party with the Islamorada Brewing Company crew. DJ, games, and giveaways all afternoon long. Islamorada Beer Company tap takeover will be at the Pineapple Pool. Beat the heat and stay cool at Southernmost Beach Resort’s Pineapple Pool 1319 Duval Street.
2pm until close: Tap Takeover with 40 different beers at the Waterfront Brewerylocated at 201 William Street. Giveaways at 6pm.
4pm – 7pm: No Tan Lines Happy Hour and Tasting at Two Friends Patio
5pm – 8pm: Rum Row party with Islamorada Beer Company Tap Takeoverfeaturing Beer and Burger Pairing.
6pm: Isle Cook’s Paired Beer Dinner. Join us for an incredible paired beer dinner. $85 plus tax and gratuity. Call 305-741-7443 to book your seat. Menu
6pm – 8:30pm: Enjoy the Key West’s world famous sunset with the best canned beer from over 12 breweries and passed signature food pairings. All-AmeriCAN Sunset featuring a large selection of canned craft beers at the Sunset Pier, located at 0 Duval Street, $25 per person in advance or $30 at the Door. Tickets available at www.keystix.com or Sunset Pier Bar
7 pm: Kona Beer Luau at the Southernmost Beach Café overlooking the Atlantic Ocean featuring 5 stations paired with Kona Beer – $75/person plus tax
Located at 1405 Duval Street| 2016 Menu
7:30pm: Beer Pairing Dinner sponsored by Boulevard Beer and Duvel Beer at The Perry Hotel located at 7001 Shrimp Road, Stock Island. Menu to come. $100 per person plus tax and gratuity.

Care Free Key West: Free Bus Service Begins!
2017-08-31
Service starts August 31st!
Welcome to the best way to get around the heart of Key West. The Duval Loop is a bus route that runs from the Gulf to the Atlantic adjacent to Key West’s world-famous main street lined with shops, bars, restaurants, and all sorts of quirky stuff. Hop off when you’re ready to go exploring. Hop back on when you’re ready to continue the adventure. Our favorite form of public transportation is totally free and there are stops along the route from which you can launch your Key West adventure. Whether it’s a night of partying or a day filled with shopping and sightseeing, the Duval Loop is the answer.

8th Annual Key West BrewFest
2017-08-31
Because the last 7 BrewFest’s have been so much fun and such a success, we’re doing it again! Join us, in Key West over Labor Day weekend, August 31 – September 4, 2017. The Southernmost Beach Resort has teamed up with the Key West Sunrise Rotary of the Conch Republic to host Key West BrewFest. All proceeds to benefit the Rotary Club and their charitable efforts. Events from beer dinners, beer brunches, happy hour parties, pool parties, late-night parties, seminars and the Signature Tasting Festival Event are some of the great activities we have on tap for you! And, try tasting close to 200 beers in one weekend!
Schedule of Events:
4pm – 7pm – Happy Hour at The Perry Hotel located at 7001 Shrimp Road, Stock Island – sponsored by Stiegal
5pm – Opening Kick-off party at Waterfront Brewery. Enjoy Key West specialty draft beers, great food, and fun. Located at 201 William Street.
5:30pm – 9pm: Shipyard Brewery Tap Invasion at the Green Parrot Bar
7pm: Dog Fish Head Beer Dinner at Bagatelle located at 115 Duval Street $99 per person plus tax and gratuity. Call 305.296.6609 to reserve your seat today

National Park Service Birthday Celebration: Free Park Admission
2017-08-25
Florida Keys visitors can learn, discover, enjoy and be inspired by Everglades National Park and Dry Tortugas National Park, both accessible from the island chain. Ferries and seaplanes leaving from Key West for the Dry Tortugas will waive park entrance fees of $10 per visitor. Car entrance fee for Everglades National park is normally $20 per car. During fee-free days, the 124 national parks that charge entrance fees waive them for all visitors. The entrance fee waiver for the fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for things such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours.

Family Dine-out
2017-08-24 17:30 - 21:30 | Mangia Mangia, 900 Southard St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Montessori school's first family fundraising event of the school year takes place Thursday, August 24th from 5:30 – 9:30 at Mangia Mangia! Restauranteurs Mike and Heather Barnes will donate a portion of the evening’s sales to May Sands Montessori!

Tropical Heat Key West
2017-08-16 17:00 - 23:30
TROPICAL HEAT is Key West’s HOTTEST event for men! The temperature is not the only thing that will rise during Tropical Heat. The all-male theme parties, pool parties, and adult-oriented entertainment promises to be HOT! August on the Island is always HOT, but during Tropical Heat it promises to be STEAMY! Four days of hot guys and fun, the best way to experience Key West.
Wednesday August 16th
5pm-7pm THE Official Tropical Heat Kick-Off Party • Island House, 1129 Fleming St • islandhousekeywest.com
10pm 80 NEON Party • Mangoes, 700 Duval Street • mangoeskeywest.com

Thursday August 17th
10:30am Naked Paddle Boarding Adventure • Nomadic SUP • nomadicsup.com
11am Snorkel & Sandbar Cruise • Blu Q • bluqkeywest.com
12pm Bare or Underwear Pool Party • Equator Resort, 818 Fleming • equatorresort.com
4pm Tennessee Williams Exhibit Curator Tour
7pm TOP GUN Party • Kelly’s Caribbean Bar, Grill & Brewery 301 Whitehead St. • kellyskeywest.com
9pm-4am Glow Party • sidebarkeywest.com
10pm FOREPLAY Party • Saloon One, 801 Duval St (in the REAR!) • 801bourbon.com

Friday August 18th
10:30am Naked Paddle Boarding Adventure• Nomadic SUP • nomadicsup.com
11am Snorkel & Sandbar Cruise • Blu Q • bluqkeywest.com
12 noon SPLASH! Pool Party • Bourbon Street Pub, 724 Duval St • bourbonstpub.com
7pm-10pm Traffic Light Party• Alexander’s Guesthouse, 1118 Fleming Street • alexanderskeywest.com
4pm Traveling Triangle Happy Hour
9 & 11pm Aquanette’s ‘Reality is a Drag’ • aquakeywest.com
10pm Hotter Than Hell! Fetish Party• Saloon One, 801 Duval St (in the REAR!) • 801bourbon.com

Saturday August 19th
10:30am Naked Paddle Boarding Adventure• Nomadic SUP • nomadicsup.com
11am Snorkel & Sandbar Cruise • Blu Q • bluqkeywest.com
12pm Tropical Heat SKINNY Dip Party• Island House,1129 Fleming St • islandhousekeywest.com
4pm GAY Key West Trolley Tour • Meet Trolley @ Corner of Duval & Angela • trolleytours.com
7pm The 12th Annual Tropical Heat Toga Party • Equator Resort, 818 Fleming St • equatorresort.com
9pm – 4am Toga Party Continuation• sidebarkeywest.com
10pm The Big “O” Exhibition • 724 Duval • bourbonstpub.com

Sunday August 20th
10:30am Naked Paddle Boarding Adventure • Nomadic SUP • nomadicsup.com
11 am Sandbar Sunday Excursion • BluQ • bluqkeywest.com
12 Noon-5pm Hot Naked Sunday Pool Party • Island House, 1129 Fleming St • islandhousekeywest.com
4pm Key West’s Traditional Tea Dance• La Te Da, 1125 Duval St • lateda.com
7pm 3-D Party• equatorresort.com
10pm The Afterglow • Saloon One, 801 Duval St (in the REAR!) • 801bourbon.com

Inaugural Islamorada Grand Prix of the Sea
2017-08-19
Don’t miss as Powerboat P1 brings AquaX and Superstock races to Islamorada! Experience non-stop racing action as Sea-Doo, Yamaha, and Kawasaki personal watercraft racers, along with P1 Panther race boats, compete at speeds averaging 75 mph. This event is family friendly and free to the public.
