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

Father's Day BBQ
2018-06-17 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Hilton Garden Inn, 3850 N. Roosevelt Blvd., Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Celebrate all the Father's with BBQ!
Join the party on the lawn at the Hilton Garden Inn. We have GREAT FOOD & COLD BEER

Pig Roast
2018-06-17 12:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | The Marker, 200 William Street, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Father's Day Pig Roast!
Let's take time to celebrate all the father's out there.
A pig roast will be available from 3pm UNTIL IT'S GONE!!

DJ Jimmy will be around from 12pm-3pm
Beer bucket, mimosa, and sangria bucket specials ALL DAY LONG

Heritage Awareness Diving Seminar
2018-06-14 18:00 UTC | The Custom House, 281 Front Street, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
CALLING ALL SCUBA TRAINING AGENCY COURSE DIRECTORS, INSTRUCTOR TRAINERS, DIVE STUDENTS, & HERITAGE PROFESSIONALS
This seminar is intended to explain the advantages of conserving shipwrecks and other submerged cultural resources. They help preserve the information about our past as well as preserve the vibrant ecosystems that grow in and around the wrecks.
The in field training includes:

SCUBA dives on two historic shipwrecks
Direct experience relating to the lectures

Course Schedule:

6/14 - Classroom based learning at the Custom House
6/15 - Classroom based learning at the Custom House
6/16 - In-field, Dive Training

Game On! VBS 2018
2018-06-10 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Fifth Street Baptist Church, 1311 Fifth Street, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Calling all "athletes"!!
This year's VBS theme is sports!
Children Pre-K through 12th grade are invited to this years vacation bible school.
space is limited, and registration is required.

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

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.

Summer Art School - Week 1 - Drama Club
2018-06-11 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 DRAMA CLUB!
**Daily lunch (healthy) is included
The next weeks include:

Art School (6/18-6/22)
Mixed Media (6/25-6/29)
Pirate Adventures (7/9-7/13)
Old Masters, New Masters (7/23-7/27)

Along the COAST Camp
2018-06-11 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | FL
This "Along the COAST" is the 1st 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

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

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

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

Key West Business Guild Luncheon
2018-06-19 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | Key West Business Guild, 808 Duval St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Monthly business guild luncheon
RSVP below
https://conta.cc/2HNQbzb

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

Blood Drive
2018-06-20 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Lower Keys Medical Center, 5900 College Road, Stock Island, FL, 33040, United States
How can doing something so simple have such a big impact?
DONATE BLOOD TODAY!

Blood Drive
2018-06-20 15:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Publix Super Market - Key Plaza, 1112 Key Plaza, Key West, FL, 33040, United States

Painting Over Cocktails
2018-06-20 18:30 (America/Halifax) | Hawks Cay Resort, 61 Hawks Cay Blvd, Duck Key, FL, 33050, United States
Paint and Drink at Angler & Ale!
