Calendar of Events
The Florida Keys and Key West Events courtesy of fla-keys.com -
The Tourism & Development Council of the Florida Keys
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Key West / January 08
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Old Town New Folk Music Series at the Studios of Key West
TSKW inaugural series features national recording singer/ songwriter Carrie Newcomer as part of TSKW's evening concert and workshop series. Concert tickets are $20 purchase online at Web site.
Contact: (305) 296-0458
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Key West / January 08 to January 18
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27th Annual Key West Literary Seminar
The 2009 topic is “Historical Fiction and the Search For Truth" featuring workshops, panel discussions and receptions with nationally and internationally respected writers including essayist Gore Vidal, William Kennedy and many more.
Contact: (888) 293-9291
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Key West / January 08
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January “First Thursday” Art Walk - rescheduled for "Second" Thursday
Caroline Street Art & Design District presents an evening of open houses from 6-9 p.m. in historic Key West Bight community, with art, coffee shops and unique restaurants. Held first Thur. of each month, free admission.
Contact: (305) 296-9100
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Marathon / January 08 to January 10
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"Steel Magnolias" at Marathon Community Theater
Set in Truvy's Beauty Salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, follow the lives, loves and losses of six women. Showtimes 8 p.m., Sunday matinees 3 p.m.
Contact: (305) 743-0408
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Key West / January 09 to June 30
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Key West Symphony Orchestra 2009 Season
The Key West Symphony Orchestra is the manifest dream of Music Director and Conductor Sebrina María Alfonso, a fifth-generation member of a Cuban-American family, born & raised in Key West. She envisioned making live symphonic music accessible to the community and its young people both as a performing art and educational experience. Visit Web site for performance schedule and showtimes.
Contact: (305) 292-1774
Email: info@keywestsymphony.com
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Key West / January 09 to January 10
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Key West Symphony Orchestra - Master Concert No. 1
Features pianist Alexander Ghindin, and Jin Hi Kim, a highly acclaimed komungo virtuoso and Korean percussionist who has been instrumental in transforming the Buddhist monk’s drumming for enlightenment into a high-energy performance piece. Jin Hi Kim plays a variety of Korean drums in her own vibrant composition, Monk Dance.
Contact: (305) 295-7676
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Key West / January 10
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Key West WPA Walking Tour
Part of a series of tours to be offered every second Saturday through February. Lead by local history guides, the walking tour will lead participants on a journey through Old Town Key West to discover the works of WPA artists and the stories behind the art. Tours commence at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 10 and Feb 14 at Key West Heritage House, 410 Caroline St. The cost is $20. Tickets will be sold the morning of each tour.
Contact: 305-296-3573
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Islamorada / January 11 to January 12
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Bartender’s Sailfish Open
An all-release sailfish tournament, this challenge offers awards for winning bars and bartenders.
Contact: Jack McCormick (305) 664-8400
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Big Pine & the Lower Keys / January 11
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Boogie on the Bay Music Festival
Five national touring bands come together for a fabulous waterfront concert at Parmer's Resort on Little Torch Key near mile marker 28.5. Food, drink and arts n' crafts and even kayak rides. Special packages combining accommodations and concert tickets.
Contact: Jay Marzella
Email: info@parmersresort.com
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Key Largo / January 11
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Sustainable Seafood Dinner
Pew Environment Group and Florida Keys Commercial Fishermen’s Association are to host a sustainable seafood dinner at Snapper’s Waterfront Restaurant at MM94.5, Key Largo. Locally and sustainably caught seafood are to be featured; groups will discuss the importance of healthy fisheries. Tickets are $35 per person. Reservations required.
Contact: (305) 852-5956
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Key West / January 14
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A Taste of Wine and Music
Share a taste of the vine while strolling through the Key West Botanical Garden and listening to music by Key West's finest performers. From 5:30 p.m. - 7:30p p.m., $10 members / $15 non-members.
Contact: (305) 296-1504
Email: KWBGS@bellsouth.net
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Marathon / January 15 to January 17
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"Steel Magnolias" at Marathon Community Theater
Set in Truvy's Beauty Salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, follow the lives, loves and losses of six women. Showtimes 8 p.m., Sunday matinees 3 p.m.
Contact: (305) 743-0408
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Marathon / January 15
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Jason Robert Brown: Songs For A New World
The centerpiece song, "Stars and the Moon" is one part of this wonderful musical review tours of the Keys. Show starts 7:30 p.m., Marathon High School Auditorium. Check Web site for details.
Contact: (305) 292-1774
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Key West / January 15 to January 18
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26th Annual Key West Literary Seminar
The seminar’s 2009 topic is “Historical Fiction and the Search for Truth,” featuring workshops, panel discussions and receptions with nationally and internationally respected writers including Gore Vidal, Peter Matthiessen, Geraldine Brooks, Peter Ho Davies, Alan Gurganus and more.
Contact: (888) 293-9291
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Islamorada / January 15 to January 18
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Islamorada Presidential Sailfish Tournament
Fishing for the mighty sailfish from the Sportfishing Capital of the World. An official event of the Gold Cup Series.
Contact: Dianne Harbaugh (305) 852-2102
Email: Ditournaments@aol.com
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Key West / January 16
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Fight Night in the Keys
Professional boxing returns to Key West's Mallory Square.
Contact: (305) 292-0486
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Key West / January 16 to January 17
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49th Annual Key West House & Garden Tour
Tour five elegant and unique private homes of Key West. Complimentary Conch Tour Train transportation is provided to whisk you from house to house. Proceeds help benefit the Old Island Restoration Foundation. Admission $25 per person.
Contact: (305) 294-9501
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Key West / January 17
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Jason Robert Brown: Songs For A New World
The centerpiece song, "Stars and the Moon" is one part of this wonderful musical review tours of the Keys. Show starts at 8 p.m., Tennessee Williams Theatre. Check Web site for details.
Contact: (305) 292-1774
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Islamorada / January 17
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Art Under The Oaks
Fine Art & Original Crafts, Self Guided Nature Walk, Specialty Food Booths, Children's Arts & Crafts, and raffle of items donated by the artists. San Pedro Church Gardens, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Mile Marker 89.5 on Plantation Key in Islamorada.
Contact: 305-853-0651
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Islamorada / January 17
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Mac Frampton Trio Concert
ICE presents this South Florida Center for the Arts Upper Keys Concert at the Coral Shores Performing Arts Center (mile marker 90). Show starts 8 p.m.
Contact: Upper Keys Concert Series 305-304-9059
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Big Pine & the Lower Keys / January 17
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5th Annual Big Pine Key Nautical Flea Market
All things nautical, live music, food & beverages, free admission and parking. From 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce grounds, MM31, Big Pine Key.
Contact: Chamber of Commerce 305-872-2411
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Key West / January 17
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Florida Keys Seafood Festival
Presented by the Florida Keys Commercial Fishermen's Association. Free admission, proceeds benefit FKCFA and student scholarships for children of fishermen. Location: Bayview Park, Key West.
Contact: Scott Zimmerman, (305) 619-0039
Email: fkcfa1@hotmail.com
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Key West / January 18 to April 18
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Sculpture Key West 2009
Outdoor sculpture exhibition at Fort Zachary Taylor State Park and West Martello Tower. Cutting edge sculptures made by artists from around the world.
Contact: 305-295-3800
Email: info@sculpturekeywest.com
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Key West / January 19 to January 26
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Wyland Galleries' "Artists in Residence" Showcase
Meet Steve Barton, painter of vibrant tropical canvases, and David "Big Wave Dave" Wight, sculptor of majestic waves in glass, Jan. 19-26 at Wyland Galleries, 623 Duval St. View the artists' latest pieces and watch them demonstrate their unique creative processes.
Contact: (305) 292-4998
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Islamorada / January 19 to January 20
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Capt. Al Flutie Over the Hill Rip-Off
Anglers at least 50 years old are to compete to catch and release the most sailfish.
Contact: (305) 852-7703; (305) 394-5333
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Key West / January 19 to January 23
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Acura Key West 2009
Nearly 300 racing yachts compete for class championships in this international midwinter sailboat regatta.
Contact: (781) 639-9545
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Marathon / January 22 to January 25
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"Steel Magnolias" at Marathon Community Theater
Set in Truvy's Beauty Salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, follow the lives, loves and losses of six women. Showtimes 8 p.m., Sunday matinees 3 p.m.
Contact: (305) 743-0408
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Key West / January 23 to January 25
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Hog's Breath King Mackerel Tournament
Anglers are to use fast boats to target the voracious king mackerel, also known as kingfish, for cash prizes.
Contact: (305) 296-0364
Email: lee@murraymarine.com
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Key West / January 24
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Anne McKee Artists Fund Auction
Nearly 100 artists are to exhibit and auction their work to raise money for the fund that provides project-based grants to Keys artists. Choose from original paintings, sculpture, photography, fiber art, ceramics and more. Viewing begins at 7 p.m., auction at 8 p.m. Admission is $25 per person at the door, including gourmet hors d'oeuvres and bar service. East Martello Museum, 3501 S. Roosevelt Blvd.
Contact: (305) 295-8383
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Key West / January 24 to January 25
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24th Annual Key West Craft Show
Juried artisans and crafters display their talents at a popular show on lower Whitehead Street in historic Old Town.
Contact: (305) 294-1241
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Key West / January 27 to March 07
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"The Outer Shel: More Shel Silverstein" at Red Barn Theater
Live comedy, drama, musical theater, and cabaret shows in this intimate small theater. Call Box Office for details and tickets, showtimes 8 p.m. Located at 319 Duval Street, Rear.
Contact: (305) 296-9911
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Key West / January 28 to February 14
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"Doubt, A Parable" at Waterfront Playhouse
At a Bronx school in 1964, the school principal takes matters into her own hands when she suspects a priest of improper relations with one of the male students. Gripping, brilliant and a "must-see."
Contact: Box Office 305-294-5015
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Marathon / January 29 to January 31
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"Steel Magnolias" at Marathon Community Theater
Set in Truvy's Beauty Salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, follow the lives, loves and losses of six women. Showtimes 8 p.m., Sunday matinees 3 p.m.
Contact: (305) 743-0408
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Islamorada / January 30 to January 31
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19th Annual Swamp Guides Fishing Tournament
This all-release event offers fishing for bonefish, redfish and snook in the shallows of the Florida Keys and the saltwater fringes of the Everglades.
Contact: (305) 664-3864
Email: talbury@aol.com
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Key West / January 31 to February 01
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Key West Travel Writing Workshop
Either weekend of Jan. 31-Feb. 1 or Feb. 7-8, at Heritage House Museum. A $275 tuition fee includes four-hour classes Saturday and Sunday; a Friday evening reception and personalized tutoring by instructor Robert Haru Fisher, a columnist for frommers.com and former editor-in-chief of Fodors.
Contact: Bob Haru
Email: bobharu@aol.com
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