LABOR DAY SERVICE GOES VIRTUAL

Written by Upper Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on September 3, 2021. Posted in Community, Events, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys Mortgage, Upper Keys News.

The Matecumbe Historical Trust will hold its annual Labor Day service in memory of the civilians and war veterans who lost their lives in the Hurricane of Sept. 2, 1935. The service will be recorded and shared virtually due to the new outbreak of COVID-19 in the area. To view the service, visit Matecumbe Historical Trust Facebook, Tony Hammon on Facebook or on islandcommunitychurch.org on the morning of Sept. 6. The service will include a presentation by Hammon, pastor emeritus. Guest speakers will include Islamorada Councilman Henry Rosenthal, Bob Johnson of the American Legion...

THIS WEEKEND: KEY WEST BREWFEST IS BACK!

Written by Upper Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on September 3, 2021. Posted in Arts & Entertainment, Business, Events, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys Mortgage.

The Key West Sunrise Rotary Club is making its third attempt to hold its 10th annual Key West Brewfest. The pandemic forced the cancellation of last year’s event, and the threat of Hurricane Dorian put the kibosh on the 2019 event. But as of Wednesday afternoon, this year’s 10th annual Key West Brewfest is a go, said Charlie Mench, one of the organizers of the sudsy event that raises money for the Rotary club’s local scholarship programs and other charitable endeavors. But they certainly make it easy to support a good cause, when the signature tasting event on Saturday, Sept. 4 offers scores...

BREAKING NEWS: KEY WEST’S ROYAL KING & QUEEN CAMPAIGN CANCELED

Written by Upper Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on August 27, 2021. Posted in Breaking News, Business, Entertainment, Events, Featured, Key West News, News, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys Mortgage.

There will be no king and queen fundraising campaign for Key West’s Fantasy Fest this year. The Royal Campaign, an annual eight-week fundraising campaign for A.H. Monroe leading up to the island’s Fantasy Fest celebration in October, has been canceled, the nonprofit’s board of directors announced Friday afternoon. “In an abundance of caution and recognizing its health services mission, the board of directors of A.H. of Monroe County, effective immediately, has canceled The Royal Campaign of Fantasy Fest 2021,” states a press release. “Our King and Queen candidates...

REGISTER NOW FOR TAKE STOCK BACKCOUNTRY CHALLENGE

Written by Upper Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on August 27, 2021. Posted in Events, Fishing, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys Mortgage.

Grab one of the last known bargains in the Keys: Only 70 spots are available in the Rotary Club of Key Largo’s Take Stock in Children Backcountry Challenge. Fees this year are $135 per adult angler, 18 and up, $60 for junior anglers 13-17 and $30 for kids 12 and under. Registration includes an awards banquet catered by Doc’s Diner; a performance, moisture-wicking long-sleeve fishing shirt; a Friday night captain’s party with appetizers and the opportunity to win signature framed art awards by Pasta Pantaleo for the largest redfish, snook and trout caught during the weekend. If you’re...

BEST OF MARATHON TURNS 14!

Written by Upper Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on August 13, 2021. Posted in Best of Marathon, Events, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys Mortgage.

The historical significance and cultural impact of the Best of Marathon cannot be overstated and starting Thursday, Aug. 12 the nomination process begins for the 2021 people’s choice awards. Since 2008, the celebration of Marathon’s best and brightest has raised tens of thousands of dollars for local charities while cementing some of the town’s most notable establishments and personalities firmly into the pantheon of Marathon folklore. This year’s voting process takes on a special meaning as our community emerges from the pandemic stronger than ever — a true testament to the resolve...

Former NFL player Malcolm Mitchell gives pep talk in the Florida Keys

Written by Upper Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on August 10, 2021. Posted in Community News, Events, Featured, News, Sports, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys Mortgage.

“Be the coffee beans.” It was an odd but effective message to come from a former New England Patriots wide receiver. But then again, Malcolm Mitchell’s career trajectory has also been odd, but extremely effective. Mitchell spoke Monday at a back-to-school rally for Monroe County School District teachers, staff and members of the high school football teams. He was at Key West High School early Monday morning and at Coral Shores in the afternoon. Retired New England Patriots wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell wore his Super Bowl ring while speaking at Key West and Coral Shores high schools on Aug....

MARATHON LIBRARY HOSTS ‘DUNGEONS & DRAGONS’ FOR ALL AGES

Written by Upper Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on August 5, 2021. Posted in Arts, Events, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys Mortgage.

By Anthony Guntert In the modern, glass-walled activity room of the new Marathon library exists an ancient adventure like no other, a trip through mystical lands and far-off realms using the powers of imagination and storytelling. We’re talking, of course, about Dungeons & Dragons, the most popular and engaging role-playing game ever created. Loved by millions around the world, D&D serves as a platform for adventurers of all ages and backgrounds to explore a world outside their often stressful daily lives through a character of their own design. “What I love about D&D,” said...

TUESDAY AUG 3 – MEET YOUR LOCAL COPS & FIRST RESPONDERS AT NATIONAL NIGHT OUT ACROSS THE KEYS

Written by Upper Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on August 1, 2021. Posted in Events, Featured, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys Mortgage.

At four locations up and down the Florida Keys on Tuesday, Aug. 3, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and Key West Police Department are hosting an event called National Night Out. The public is invited to meet local first responders, military and community partners. At this free, child-friendly event, attendees can visit displays of boats, vehicles and equipment; collect handouts; and enjoy food. Radio 92.7 will be broadcasting live. The event is designed to promote community spirit and awareness to combat crime. The four locations are: Bayview Park in Key West, Aviation...

IN PICTURES: KEY WEST CELEBRATES HEMINGWAY WITH HISTORY & HUMOR

Written by Upper Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on July 30, 2021. Posted in Entertainment, Events, Fun, Key West News, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys Mortgage.

Fans of Ernest Hemingway’s literary greatness and vigorous life, including scores of bearded Hemingway look-alikes, converged on Key West July 20 to 25 for Hemingway Days 2021. The annual celebration salutes the Nobel Prize-winning author’s writing achievements, sporting pursuits and enjoyment of the island’s lifestyle. The festival’s highlight is the Hemingway Look-Alike Contest at Sloppy Joe’s Bar, 201 Duval St., which raises money for scholarships. Past winners of the Hemingway Look-Alike Contest, including Chris Storm, right, judge this year’s contestants during the first of two preliminary...

COMEDIAN PAULA POUNDSTONE RETURNS TO KEY WEST THEATER AUG. 21

Written by Upper Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on July 30, 2021. Posted in Entertainment, Events, Featured, Fun, Key West News, Nightlife, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys Mortgage.

As soon as comedian Paula Poundstone picks up the call, there’s a crackling energy on the other end of the line. She imparts a hearty, genuine greeting before launching into a conversation about masks that quickly leads her to wonder if it might be kind for society to start an “Awkward Chin Support Group” now that we’re all feeling so exposed. It’s easy to see how this woman has been charming her fans and relating to live audiences for 40 years. (I also begin to wonder if I should be self-conscious about my chin.) Poundstone’s upcoming Aug. 21 comedy show at Key West Theater couldn’t arrive...

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