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Archive for March, 2010

13th Annual Taste of the Islands, Key Colony Beach Park, Marathon, Florida Keys, Sunday, March 21, 2010 12:00am – 4:00pm

Convenient to Key West, FL, rent a car and travel north from your Key West Hotel.

Celebrate local flavors and family fun at the culinary challenge hosted every year at the Key Colony Beach City Park, from noon to 4 p.m.

There will be vendors, food, beverages and live, local “fashions” show which complement a silent auction and an afternoon of foot-tapping entertainment.

All proceeds benefit local scholarship programs.

Come see the “I Want That” booth! FUN BAGZ, Colorful and Classic Jewelry Designz by Lindsey and of course Fish Printz and Headbandz will be there too!

Sunday, March 21, 2010
12:00am – 4:00pm

Key Colony Beach Park, Marathon, Florida Keys

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Take The Key West Weather Station Tour, Saturday March 20, 2010

Today at the Key West Weather station enjoy Kids’ Activities, Face Painting, Arts & Crafts, A Weather Balloon Launch, Marine Touch Tank, and Live Music by C.W.Colt.

You will also find a variety of Food Tents and Raffle Prizes, a tour of the Weather Service, you can meet the sanctuary scientists and view exhibits by local environmental groups.

The event will benefit the Sanctuary Friends Foundation of the Florida Keys.

National Weather Service
1315 White Street
Key West, FL

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Saturday Fun Is Just A Cruise Away

Cruisin’ For Crane Point

Join the good folks and car lovers at the Crane Museum this Saturday for a display of up to 60 antique and classic cars.

From muscle cars to hot rods and modified, you will enjoy these unique cars and their eclectic owners with great food, good times and music entertainment.

Marathon’s City Hall, mile marker 98 oceanside will be the venue.

Admission is $5, with proceeds to help benefit Crane Point. Open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Always… Patsy Cline, Red Barn Theatre, March 18 to March 20

Pam Lockwood and Joy Hawkins return in this wildly popular musical about the legendary singer Patsy Cline and her biggest fan.

More than just a tribute to Patsy Cline, it’s a show about friendship and the eternal magic of great music that has captured hearts worldwide.

Tickets available online or by calling the box office.

Three-night-only show at San Carlos Theatre.

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It’s A Lovely Drive To The History of Diving Museum, Wednesday, March 17th at 7pm

Phil Newsum, Executive Director of the Association of Diving Contractors International, Inc., presents this month’s free seminar “Commercial Diving Heroes” at the Islamorada Diving Museum.

On Wednesday, March 17th at 7pm, you will enjoy Newsum’s engaging commentary when you will learn what it takes to be a commercial diver, what exactly commercial divers do, and how this fascinating and demanding industry affects our everyday lives.

The Museum will also present its newest exhibit dedicated to the commercial diving industry. The exhibit features the Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI) Commercial Diving Hall of Fame Monument and honors its recent inductees. This pre-lecture event costs $30.

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An Amber In Key West Video, The Hogs Breath Saloon

Amber visits The Hogs Breath Saloon

The Hog’s Breath in Key West, Florida has a history of good times and great entertainment and fun, not to mention the drinks and food are outstanding!

You may have seen their famous T-shirts or heard about the World Famous Homemade Bikini Contest.

If you can’t be there to check out the Hog’s Breath for yourself, you can visit the Key West Hog’s Breath on their Hog Cam or watch Amber’s video (link below).

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The Pier House Resort and Caribbean Spa, A Key West Resort Without Equal

The Pier House Resort and Caribbean Spa is a Key West icon that reflects the free-spirited attitude of the island. As one of the true Key West resorts, they provide their guests an authentic experience that has made Key West a favorite destination for all generations.

The resort is situated on a six acre compound on the Gulf of Mexico, adjacent to Duval Street. Their beautiful tropical gardens surround a pool in the center of the property and open directly onto the private beach that includes a discreet “top-optional” sunning area.

At the Pier House Resort and Caribbean Spa you will find

The Perfect Location in Old Town Key West
Private White Sand Beach
Heated Outdoor Pool
Three Bars
Full Service Restaurant and Room Service
Full Service Spa and Fitness Facility
Complimentary Parking
NO Resort Fee
24-Hour Security Service
Private Dock for Charter Pick-ups
Concierge Desk
Conference and Catering Facilities
Hi Speed Wireless Internet In Most Areas
ADA Compliant Accommodations

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Visit DJs Clam Shack Today For Their Tasty Crab Cake Sandwich

DJ’s Clam Shack is where New England legendary seafood cuisine melds with the same-day seafood freshness known for the Keys.

Located at 629 Duval St, the DJs Clam Shack staff serves-up many of their seafood specialties from up north to their Key West clientele.

Visit DJs Clam Shack today to see why both locals and vacationers are talking about their tasty, reasonably priced specials.

629 Duval St
Key West, FL 33040
Contact: 305-294-0102

Mon – Thurs: 11:30 am – 10:00 pm, Fri – Sat: 11:30 am – 12:00 am, Sun: 11:30 am – 10:00 pm

Restaurant Smoking: Smoke Free

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Marathon Seafood Festival March 13 to March 14 2010

This is the second largest Florida Keys event with over 18,000 attendees in 2009 and growing every year, featuring fresh local seafood including lobster tails, stone crab, fish, shrimp, etc.

There will be cheap beverages to quench your thirst from all that fresh seafood, live music entertainment throughout 2-day event, games for children, a rock-climbing wall, and a boat show.

With over 100 vendors selling jewelry, clothing, arts & crafts and other great souvenirs, the event promises to have something for everyone.

And, register for raffle give-aways and other great prizes and games

March 13 & 14, 2010 at Marathon Community Park (200 36th St., Marathon, FL, 33050)

Hours: Saturday March 13th 10am – 9pm & Sunday March 14th 11am – 5pm

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Key West Fishing Tournament March 12 to March 14 2010

The Key West Fishing Tournament is a seven-month-long competition that runs from March through November and is open to the general public.

Visiting and resident anglers are encouraged to enter their catches, at no charge, at a tournament weigh station during the seven-month event. All entries receive a certificate noting their catch, and qualify for prizes.

Each year the tournament is opened by a special mini Kickoff Tournament.

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