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CULTURE
The Florida Keys & Key West 2023
welcome to
FLORIDA
KEYS
CULTURE
Welcome to paradise,
where the ocean greets
you each and every
morning and around
Mayor Craig Cates
every corner you’ll fnd
the lush tropical landscape of the islands and,
if you’re lucky, you may spot a Key Deer or
two. Our small but vast island chain is looming
with history as you drive past remnants of
the Overseas Railroad built in 1912 by Henry
Flagler or make your way to the Southernmost
Point, spotting conch cottages along the way.
Whether you come to bask in the sunshine,
be entertained by our talented musicians and
artists on every Key, explore our stunning
coral reefs, or learn about our rich history
and culture, there is
something for everyone
to enjoy. Florida Keys
living is something to
behold, it’s unlike any
other place in the world. Mayor Craig Cates
Photo courtesy of Andy Newman/ Florida Keys News Bureau.
fa-keys.com
1-800-FLA-KEYS
table of
CONTENTS
"200 Years of the Florida Keys"
by Jill Zima Borski............................................... 2
“The Florida Keys: Historic Lighthouses,
Island Wonders, Natural Beauty”
by Brad Bertelli.................................................... 6
Calendar of Events.............................................. 9
about the cover artist:
LUCY
HAWK
Lucy Hawk is a Key
West based artist who
creates hand cut paper
artwork. She uses a
scalpel-like knife to intricately cut away her
designs from solid pieces of paper. Much of
her subject matter is inspired by the natural
side of the Florida Keys, quirky island life
and the colors of our coastal environment.
Meet Lucy in person at her working studio,
located inside of Sacred Space Gallery,
which she co-owns with local artist Barbara
Sage. Sacred Space features artwork by
local women, including Lucy’s original paper
cuttings, prints, and notecards. You can also
fnd her work at the Key West Art Center,
the Green Pineapple Boutique, Stone Soup
Gallery and the Key West Collective. You
can purchase Lucy’s work on her website
(lucyhawkart.com) and connect with her
on social media @lucyhawkart.
©2022-2023 Monroe County Commission.
All Rights Reserved.
Event listings are for use as a guide in contacting the event
coordinator to receive information on dates, times and locations.
Every eıort has been made to ensure accuracy, but verifcation
should be made when planning to attend these events. Dates,
times and locations are subject to change. Neither the Monroe
County Commission, Monroe County Tourist Development
Council, nor their agency may be held liable for incorrect
information, errors or omissions.
Culture 1
YEARS
of the
Story by Jill Zima Borski FLORIDA KEYS
T
here’s a lot to celebrate in the Florida Keys as shown shaping the Keys we know and love today.
by its endless event calendar and traditional nightly Monroe County is to celebrate 200 years of notable moments
sunset celebration at Mallory Square in Key West. in 2023, following the lead of its most well-known city. Key
The Keys’ remarkable history is always foremost in residents’ West, the Southernmost City, held its bicentennial in March
minds, due to the islands’ migrations and the special 2022 with a focused week of activities, including the debut of a
development of transportation, architecture, commerce, culture historical documentary and museum display, the creation of a
and community. Infuential milestones such as the Civil War, time capsule to be opened in 50 years, a joyous parade and an
Great Depression and World War II also played a role in environmentally-friendly drone freworks show.
2 The Florida Keys & Key West : 2023 Culture Magazine
Lithograph Key West in 1855 by Chandler & Company is one of the images
featured in the “Key West 200” exhibit at the Custom House Museum on Friday,
January 21, 2022. Photo courtesy of the Key West Art & Historical Society.
With 200 years as a county, events are to be held throughout harbor of Key West and constructed from 1846-1875, Fort
the 112-mile-long island chain. Residents and visitors are sure Je‘erson was a link in the chain of coastal forts that stretched
to recall or learn history while celebrating a remarkable time from Maine to California.
to be in the Keys. They can visit historical treasures such as Valuable undersea treasures like Mel Fisher’s motherlode
Fort Je‘erson, a massive coastal fortress located o‘shore of of gold, silver and artifacts from a particular shipwrecks of
Key West in the Dry Tortugas. The largest brick masonry yesteryear also add to the Keys mystique. Shipwrecking and
structure in the Americas is built with more than 16 million salvage e‘orts recognize a primary occupation of days gone by
bricks and covers 16 acres. Poised to protect the valuable and remind us to be wary of the Keys’ shallow shoals.
Culture 3
The refurbished Old Seven Mile Bridge, at left, connects Marathon with historic Pigeon Key.
Photo courtesy of Andy Newman/ Florida Keys News Bureau.
More common than arriving by boat is driving to the Florida celebration as we learn from one another, revel in a variety of
Keys, which is an adventure on the Overseas Highway. The cultures and share and acknowledge various viewpoints.
highway earned the designations of Scenic Byway and All-
One quirky tendency of local residents is to describe locations
American Road and is built on the original route carved out by
by mile markers. Once upon a time, the miles of the Overseas
Henry Flagler and his Florida East Coast Railway. Completed
Highway were designated by one-and-a-half-inch by three-inch
in 1912, ferries once had to shuttle cars from key to key where
green and white signs bearing descending numbers installed on
a roadway did not yet exist while otherwise traveling on the
four-foot silver poles. Key Largo was roughly mile marker (MM)
narrow road from the mainland to Key West.
112 to 90, Islamorada, the Village of Islands extended from MM
The modern highway now bustles with vehicles most times of 90 to 72, Marathon from MM 60 to 47, and Key West from MM
day and ferries are a historic footnote. Visitors and residents 2 to 0. Those signs have been appropriated by people unknown,
travel along 42 bridges to enjoy the islands’ sights, sounds and and now reliance on digital mapping systems tends to guide
delectable cuisine including anything made from key limes. visitors instead.
Visitors truly appreciate the Florida Keys as shown by the 5.1
Names of Keys’ islands are steeped in Florida history and
million tourists who annually visit our island chain.
several are traced to the development of Flagler’s Overseas
The linear county is named after President James Monroe, the Railway. The name Marathon came from the railroad workers
ffth president of the United States who served from 1817-1825. who were working night and day to complete the railway.
After Monroe negotiated the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, he According to Marathon government’s website, “Due to the
was elected president. He resolved long-standing grievances unrelenting pace and struggle to complete the project, the
with the British, acquired Florida from Spain in 1819, and popular exclamation, ‘This is getting to be a real Marathon,’ is
proclaimed the Monroe Doctrine in 1823, which ultimately how the name originated. Vaca Key, Knights Key and Marathon
preserved the fedgling country’s home rule by vowing not to were actual railroad stations for the overseas railroad.”
meddle in foreign afairs. Remnants and reminders of Flagler’s astounding engineering
To this day, Monroe County similarly exhibits an independence achievements can be observed throughout the Keys.
and laissez-fair attitude which is envied the world over. Possibilities for the county’s bicentennial are in development
Tolerance and joie de vivre is practiced by its residents and and may include a concert in Key West featuring Howard
shared through the county’s call to visitors: Come as You Are. Livingston, who sings about the beautiful simplicity of island
Inclusive rather than exclusive, diferences are a cause of living. A dinner – likely at Bud N’ Mary’s in Islamorada – is to
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highlight Keys history and there is the possibility of a dinner on the Old Seven Mile Bridge,
said Monroe’s contracted public relations representative Andy Newman. Some annual
events, such as the free-entry Island Fest in Islamorada hosted by the local chamber of
commerce, are aiming to incorporate special bicentennial features.
Inspired no doubt by our boundless and beautiful scenery, musical, artistic and literary
talent runs deep throughout the Florida Keys. While Wyland, Ernest Hemingway,
Tennessee Williams and Judy Blume are well-known past and present denizens, flm
producer Jon Landau, actor Mark Wahlberg and similar high profle individuals have
generously contributed to their Keys communities. Movies and television series have been
flmed in the Keys and plenty of residents can claim acting as an “extra” on their resumes.
Art shows and festivals showcase the abundance of musical and artistic talent and local
about the
theater productions enable amateur and dedicated thespians to share their creative genius. author:
Not to be missed along the Overseas Highway are large and eye-catching outdoor JILL ZIMA
sculptures known as the Florida Keys Sculpture Trail created by the county’s arts in public
places program.
BORSKI
An Islamorada resident, Jill
Nature, also, continually beckons to visitors and residents and a special protected species,
Zima Borski is a lifelong
Key deer, can be found on Big Pine Key 30 miles northeast of Key West. Along with this
writer who dabbles in art and
diminutive species, a variety of coral, a sunken ship and more than 150 species of fsh
music and appreciates all
can be seen at the Looe Key Marine Sanctuary which makes for an excellent diving or
art genres. She has written
snorkeling trip while visiting Big Pine Key.
a memoir, Know That I
Also for the active and adventurous, knowledgeable fshing captains are available Have Lived, and for Keys
throughout the Keys for those wanting to wet a line, whether fy tackle or conventional. newspapers and magazines
Local captains follow in the footsteps of trendsetting guides who took illustrious anglers since January 1995. An
such as U.S. presidents including Franklin Delano Roosevelt out on the water to hook their avid traveler, Jill has been
favorite species. O¢shore and backcountry fshing options enable an angler to be on the to 34 countries and hopes
water most days of the year. From marlin and sailfsh to athletic tarpon and wily bonefsh to visit many more. Moving
and permit, the Keys o¢er something for everyone. to the Keys 27 years ago
Multi-generational families can be confdent all ages can fnd their slice of paradise. from Miami led to meeting
There rarely is a dull moment in the Florida Keys – unless a person seeks peace and quiet her future husband, Tim,
– and then there is plenty of rest, relaxation and solace for the soul to be found in our nature on a blind date. He is a
preserves, along our shorelines, in our ubiquitous parks or on the water. Peaceful moments successful wildlife artist.
on a beach or watching the sun set and melt into the ocean can bring sighs of contentment Raising their two sons in
at nature’s colorful palate as the Florida Keys has been
well as the pleasant knowledge the best possible experience
that the circle of sunrise to due to its acceptance of
sunset will bring another individualism and safe
opportunity to enjoy additional schools and neighborhoods.
days in the Keys. Being involved in the arts
community and participating
Along with Monroe County, the in Arts Council endeavors
U.S. Navy in Key West also is to such as painting 6-by-6-inch
mark its bicentennial in 2023. canvases for the annual
Naval Air Station Key West plans fundraiser, the Mosaic
to welcome guests to experience Project, bring Jill joy, as does
the largest family-oriented event playing the ukulele with the
in the Keys. From April 13-16 Just Older Youth (JOY) center.
during the Southernmost Air
Spectacular, the skillful Blue
Angels will perform bold and
daring moves in their swift jets Fragments, part of the Florida Keys Sculpture Trail,
emphasizing accuracy among in Islamorada was installed in 2017 and is visible along
the Overseas Highway.
their piloting skills.
Culture 5
Built in 1873, Alligator Reef Lighthouse is one of six iron screw-pile lighthouses constructed to mark the Florida Reef. Photo courtesy of Brad Bertelli. T H E FLO R IDA K E YS: HISTORIC LIGHTHOUSES, ISLAND WONDERS, NATURAL BEAUTY
Story by Brad Bertelli
Early mariners navigating the Straits of Florida attempted a adventurous? The Florida Keys are a wonderful escape but
harrowing feat. In addition to the deceptive currents pushed also a natural wonder and the following readily accessible
by the Gulf Stream, the coral reefs were a stony worry. In parks oŽer ample opportunity to glimpse the heart and soul of
1828, after sailing from Charleston to Key West, Dr. Benjamin the island chain.
Strobel wrote: “No foresight or precaution on the part of the Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park
navigator, can avail much – he has Scylla on one side, and County Road 905 & Mile Marker 106, Key Largo
Charybdis on the other. Should he endeavor to avoid the coast A sprawling resort community called Port Bougainville was
of Cuba and Bahama, by steering northerly, he is liable to run nearly developed here in the early 1980s. The endangered
foul of the Florida reef, and vice versa.” Key Largo wood rat helped save the day and this critical sub-
By 1857, the United States Lighthouse Board decided a series tropical West Indian hammock habitat. The 2,421-acre park
of lighthouses should be erected to mark the reef so that it was was established in 1982 and features walking trails where bird
“as perfectly lighted as it is believed any capable and intelligent and butterfy watchers like to wander, point, and stare. Bring
mariner could desire.” The Lighthouse Board’s thinking was water and bug spray to experience the native Florida Keys.
that “in a distance of three hundred miles there will then be
Dry Tortugas, Sand Key, Dry Bank (Sombrero Reef), Alligator
Reef, Carysfort Reef, Cape Florida, and Sebastian Inlet
seacoast lights.”
Several lighthouses were marking the reef in 1857. Between
1847 and 1880, six iron screw-pile lighthouses had already
been built: Fowey Rock Lighthouse (1878), Carysfort Reef
Lighthouse (1852), Alligator Reef Lighthouse (1873), Sombrero
Key Lighthouse (1858), American Shoal Lighthouse (1880),
and Sand Key Lighthouse (1847).
Three lighthouses were built before the Civil War and three
Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park.
after the hostilities ended. Photo courtesy of Corey Malcolm.
Before the war, the Sand Key, Carysfort Reef, and Sombrero Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park
Key lighthouse projects were overseen by a lieutenant in the 84900 Overseas Highway & Mile Marker 84.9, Islamorada
Army Corps of Topographical Engineers named George G. More than 100,000 years ago, the Florida Keys were part of
Meade. For Civil War buŽs, the name has a familiar ring. an ancient system of coral reefs, and this is the best place on
During the war, he was promoted to General George G. Meade the island chain to see it with your own eyes. The park was
and served under the Union fag in command of the Army of once home to operating limestone quarries, some used by
the Potomac that helped defeat Robert E. Lee at the battle (the Henry Flagler’s men during the construction of the Overseas
second battle) of Gettysburg. Railroad. What was left behind are eight-foot-tall exposed
Building lighthouses to mark the reef was challenging work, limestone walls and the fossilized remains of the ancient coral
and convenient islands were used as bases of operations reef embedded within them.
during their construction. Lighthouse projects at Carysfort and Sombrero Beach
Alligator reefs utilized the 11-acre Indian Key. Found in the Sombrero Beach Road & Mile Marker 50, Marathon
Atlantic shallows about a mile from the Overseas Highway at For a string of islands, beaches are few and far between.
Mile Marker 78, the often overlooked island was once the most While driving through Marathon in the Middle Keys, this
important island in the Florida Keys, not named Key West. excellent beach is just a turn down Sombrero Beach Road. It
The island is also a bona fde ghost town. Visiting the island, has the sand, the warm Atlantic water, and the salty fresh air
walking down the pathways and past the ruins of a 19th but also an entire beach bag of amenities that have made it a
Century village is like stepping back in time. On August popular destination for locals and visitors for years. Convenient
7, 1840, it was the site of the southernmost attack during parking, picnic pavilions, volleyball courts, restrooms, and
the Seminole War. Today, the island is known as Indian showers make Sombrero Beach an ideal place to spread a
Key Historic State Park and though a brilliant experience, towel down on the sand, soak up some warm Florida sun, and
it is only accessible by boat or kayak. Not feeling that cool oŽ in those soothing Atlantic waters.
Culture 7
Blue Hole
Key Deer Boulevard, Big Pine Key
The Blue Hole is an anomaly. Created
in the 1920s, during the construction
of the Overseas Highway, it provides
an ample freshwater source that serves
as a hangout for some locals, including
Key deer, herons, turtles, and alligators
– yes, alligators. The view from the Blue
Hole’s observation platform is one thing
while walking along a trail through Big
Pine’s native pine rocklands provides a
diferent, equally soothing point of view.
Photo courtesy of Rob O'Neal
Key West Marine Park
Higgs Beach, Key West
Can you snorkel from the beach in Key West?
Absolutely! The Key West Marine Park, developed
by Reef Relief and the City of Key West, is a 40-acre
park established to create a safe swimming corridor
on the south side of the island between South
Beach and Higgs Beach. The best snorkeling can be
about the found where Reynolds Street meets Higgs Beach.
author: Seagrass beds, a hard bottom coral community,
BRAD and submerged debris at the end of the dock
stretching out over the Atlantic shallows ofer ample
BERTELLI opportunity to view sponges, corals, and some of the
same tropical fsh found ofshore at the reefs. You
Brad Bertelli has called the may even see the symbol of the Conch Republic, the
Florida Keys home since queen conch, in its native habitat. Remember, conch
2001. He is a Florida Keys is a protected species so no touching! Photo courtesy of Corey Malcolm
historian, speaker, author,
and Honorary Conch whose
Key West Lighthouse and Keeper’s Quarters Museum
history column appears in
938 Whitehead Street, Key West
the Keys Weekly newspapers.
There are countless adventures to experience in the
Brad lives in Islamorada
Southernmost City. Still, with all the talk of the skeletal,
with his beautiful and
iron lighthouses marking the reefs, the conventional
understanding wife, two
brick lighthouse on Whitehead Street ofers something
dogs, and a cat. To learn
the others cannot, accessibility. Visit the museum to
more about Brad visit www.
learn more about Key West’s history and the lighthouse
bradbertelli.com. To learn
that dates back to 1848. Better yet, schedule a visit to the
more local history, visit
top of the tower to witness one of those amazing island
Florida Keys History with
sunsets from a spectacular vantage point.
Brad Bertelli on Facebook.
In the meantime, welcome to the Florida Keys. During
your visit, sample the conch – this is, after all, the Conch
Republic. Imported conch (conk) is commonly featured
on local menus, where it has been a staple since the early
Photo courtesy of pioneers settled these islands. Have Key lime pie – have
Key West Art & Historical Society
it with meringue, without meringue, or frozen and dipped
in chocolate. The tart and sweet delight is the ofcial dessert of the Florida Keys and an island
tradition for over a century.
The Keys are a special place, and there is more to see than frst meets the eye – do not just
visit, take in a sunset, the conch, Key lime pie, visit one or two of the amazing local parks,
experience the world famous water and maybe you will get to see one of the iron skeletons
marking the reef up close.
8 The Florida Keys & Key West : 2023 Culture Magazine"Sawtooth with Yellow Shutters" "Rainbow Turtle" "Seven Mile Bridge"
by A. Rose by Mary Blackman by A. Rose
calendar OCTOBER 2022 SEPTEMBER 2023
OF CULTUR A L
EV ENTS
List is in alphabetical order by genre. Please check the event website for the current information regarding programming or visit the
Cultural Calendar at www.keysarts.com.
FESTIVALS & FUNDRAISERS October 22 November 16 – 20
Nightly SMALLEST PARADE KEY WEST ANNUAL
SUNSET CELEBRATION IN THE UNIVERSE FILM FESTIVAL
AT MALLORY SQUARE 7 p.m. Tiny foats are transported down a Films that capture creativity and diversity.
Two hours before sunset. Artists, replica of Duval Street and are auctioned Various venues throughout Key West.
performers and more! Mallory Square oŒ following the event. The Studios of Key keywest‹.com
Dock, Key West. West, 533 Eaton St.
marchouse.org, tskw.org November 25
sunsetcelebration.org
KEY WEST ARTISAN MARKET
Sundays (October to April) October 27 BLACK FRIDAY SHOPPING
KEY WEST ARTISAN MARKET HEADDRESS BALL EXTRAVAGANZA
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Fine crafts, art, jewelry, 39TH ANNUAL 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Fine crafts, art, jewelry,
food and other curiosities. Higgs Beach at 8 p.m. at the CoŒee Butler food and other curiosities. Higgs Beach
the Key West Wildlife Center parking lot, Amphitheater. Presented by at the Key West Wildlife Center parking
1801 White St. the Key West Business Guild. lot, 1801 White St.
305-731-3385. kwartisanmarket.com Truman Waterfront Park, Key West. 305-731-3385. kwartisanmarket.com
305-295-7676.
Thursdays gaykeywestfl.com/headdress-ball November 26
KEY WEST FARMERS MARKET BIG PINE & LOWER KEYS
2 – 7 p.m. Weekly market featuring fresh November
ISLAND ART FESTIVAL
fruit and produce, eat-in or take-away DIA DE LOS MUERTOS
9 a.m. Unique island arts & crafts.
international food vendors, arts, crafts Day of the Dead celebration.
Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce
and other merchandise in a gorgeous Florida Keys Brewing Company,
grounds, 31020 Overseas Hwy.,
waterfront setting. Truman Waterfront 81611 Old Hwy., Islamorada.
Big Pine Key.
Park, 21 E. Quay Rd. communityartsandculture.org
305-872-2411.
305-731-3385. kwfarmersmarket.com
November 12 lowerkeyschamber.com
October 21 – 30 FALL FESTIVAL
November 26
FANTASY FEST KEY WEST Presented by the Garden Club
CULT CLASSICS & CARTOON CHAOS! of the Upper Keys MARATHON GARDEN CLUB
Various times & locations. Street Fairs, 9 a.m. Arts, crafts, baked goods, plants HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Pet Masquerade, Poster Signing Party, and more. Francis Tracy Garden Center, 9 a.m. 5270 Overseas Hwy., MM 50.
Zombie Bike ride, Masquerade March, 94040 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo. 305-743-4971.
Children’s Day. 305-451-8137, gardenclubupperkeys.org marathongardenclub.org
305-295-9112. fantasyfest.com November 29
November 12
October 21 & 22 A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM TABLE TOP TREE &
GOOMBAY STREET FESTIVAL FUNDRAISER WREATH ANNUAL AUCTION
12 p.m. Island arts & crafts, music and 6 p.m. Florida Keys History & Discovery 7 p.m. Opal Resort and Marina,
food. Bahama Village in Key West. Foundation, Islander Resort, Islamorada. 245 Front St., Key West.
305-295-9112. fantasyfest.com 305-922-2237. keysdiscovery.com 305-294-9526, marchouse.org
Culture 9December 1 – 4 January 14
COAST IS CLEAR MUSIC & ARTS ART UNDER THE OAKS
5TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL 39TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL
Shakey Graves, Hiss Golden Messenger, 9 a.m. Fine arts & crafts and food.
Langhorne Slim and more. Produced by San Pedro Church, Tavernier.
Coast Projects and Key West Art & Historical 305-852-5372. artundertheoaks.com
Society. Fort East Martello, Key West.
coastisclearfest.com, kwahs.org January 25 – 29
KEY WEST FOOD & WINE
December 2 14TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL
ISLAMORADA 18TH ANNUAL Various times & locations.
HOLIDAY FESTIVAL 800-474-4319.
4 p.m. Snow mountain, parade, bazaar, auction keywestfoodandwinefestival.com
and snow-blowing tree. Founders Park, MM87.
305-664-4503. islamoradachamber.com January 28
"Sunrise" MARATHON GARDEN CLUB
December 3 JANUARY JAMBOREE
by Bob Slitzan
CITY OF KEY WEST HOLIDAY PARADE 8:30 a.m. 5270 Overseas Hwy., MM 50.
7 p.m. Starts at Truman Ave. & White St. 305-743-4971. marathongardenclub.org
cityofeywest-fl.gov
January 28 & 29
December 8
KEY WEST 37TH ANNUAL
TASTE OF STOCK ISLAND CRAFT SHOW
HOLIDAY TOUR 10 a.m. Over 100 craft artists. Key West Art
Guests board the Trolley for a multi-stop Center, Whitehead & Front/Caroline Streets.
small plate experience on Stock Island. 305-304-1988. keywestartcenter.com
ilovestockisland.org
February & March
December 10
KEYS SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
KEY LARGO HOLIDAY
Various times & locations. The living,
LIGHTED BOAT PARADE
breathing Bard at his very best.
7:30 p.m. Blackwater Sound, MM104.
401-413-0044.
305-451-4502. keylargoboatparade.com
KeysShakes.org, @KeysShakes
December 10
February 5
SCHOONER WHARF
MASTER CHEFS CLASSIC ANNUAL
"Alligator Reef Light" LIGHTED BOAT PARADE
4 p.m. Culinary competition and tasting
by Kelly Walkotten 8 p.m. Key West Bight Marina at
event in Key West. Opal Resort and Marina,
the Historic Seaport.
305-292-3302. schoonerwharf.com 245 Front St., Key West.
305-294-9526. masterchefsclassic.com
December 24
February 25 & 26
NOCHE BUENA
7 p.m. An evening of food, fun and family OLD ISLAND DAYS ART FESTIVAL
celebrating the historic home. Oldest House 10 a.m. Over 100 artists. Key West Art Center,
Museum Garden, 322 Duval St., Key West. Whitehead & Front/Caroline Streets.
305-294-9501, oirf.org 305-304-1988. keywestartcenter.com
December 31 March 4
NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATIONS GARDENFEST &
Watch the Conch Shell, the Drag Queen, GREEN MARKET PLACE
the Key Lime Pie Wedge or the Pirate Wench 10 a.m. Plant sale, earth-based art, healthy
drop. Various locations in Key West. living vendors, food and wine. Key West
keywestchamber.org Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden,
5210 College Rd., Key West.
January 6 305-296-1504. keywest.garden
KILTS IN THE KEYS KICKOFF PARTY
5 p.m. Dockside Boot Key Harbor, Marathon. March 12
305-743-6412. ANNE MCKEE 28TH ANNUAL
flkeyscelticfestival.com, keystix.com ART AUCTION
7 p.m. Artists supporting artists.
January 7 & 8 The Studios of Key West, 533 Eaton St.
FLORIDA KEYS CELTIC mckeefund.org
ANNUAL FESTIVAL
10 a.m. Marathon Community Park, MM 49. April
"Proud" 305-743-6412. AFRO ROOTS FEST KEY WEST
by Gale Upmal flkeyscelticfestival.com, keystix.com 786-218-6854. afrorootsfest.com
10 The Florida Keys & Key West : 2023 Culture MagazineApril 1 & 2 September
FLORIDA KEYS 31ST ANNUAL KEY WEST WOMENFEST
ISLAND FEST Various times & locations.
10 a.m. Arts & crafts show, music, 305-294-4603. gaykeywestfl.com/womenfest
Taste of Islamorada, antique car show,
homemade boat race and games. MUSIC
Founders Park, MM87, Islamorada. November – March
305-664-4503. islamoradachamber.com CLASSICAL GUITARIST
April 1 & 2 MATEO IN CONCERT
FLORIDA KEYS SEAFOOD FESTIVAL 6 p.m. Key West Tropical Forest &
Saturday, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. - Botanical Gardens, 5210 College Rd.
5 p.m. The freshest seafood caught, prepared 305-296-1504. Keywest.garden
and served by local fsherman. Truman December
Waterfront Park, 21 E. Quay Rd., Key West. CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS CONCERT
305-731-3385. Key West Tropical Forest &
floridakeysseafoodfestival.com Botanical Gardens, 5210 College Rd.
April 18 – 30 305-296-1504. Keywest.garden
KEYS SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL December 4
The living, breathing Bard at his very best. THE EATON STREET
“Romeo and Juliet.” West Martello Tower, CHRISTMAS STROLL
Key West Garden Club. "Spread Your Wings"
4 p.m. St. Paul's Church, 401 Duval St., by Gabrielle Wilson
401-413-0044. KeysShakes.org, @KeysShakes Key West.
April 22 December 13
PAPIO KINETIC FESTIVAL & KEYS CHORAL ARTS WINTER/
SCULPTURE PARADE CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Key West Art & Historical Society. 7 p.m. St. Paul's Church, 401 Duval St.,
305- 295-6616. Key West.
papiokineticparade.com, kwahs.org keyschoralarts.com
May February, April, October
AFRO ROOTS FEST ISLAMORADA KEYS TO COUNTRY LIVE MUSIC SERIES
786-218-6854. afrorootsfest.com Hawks Cay Resort, 61 Hawks Cay Blvd.,
May 3 – 7 Duck Key.
KEY WEST SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL 866-347-2675. hawkscay.com
27TH ANNUAL March 26
Various times & locations. KEY CHORAL ARTS SPRING CONCERT
kwswf.com 4 p.m. St. Paul's Church, 401 Duval St.,
June 7 – 11 Key West.
keyschoralarts.com "Strawberry Moon"
KEY WEST PRIDE by Carol Ellis
Various times & locations. July 8
305-294-4603. gaykeywestfl.com/pride UNDERWATER MUSIC FESTIVAL
June 14 – 18 10 a.m. Hosted by 104.1 FM Radio.
I LOVE STOCK ISLAND FESTIVAL Looe Key Reef Resort, 27340 Overseas Hwy.,
Ilovestockisland.org Ramrod Key.
Lowerkeyschamber.com
June 29 – July 5
COFFEE BUTLER AMPHITHEATER
KEY LIME FESTIVAL
See our website for full concert schedule
Pie eating contest, Key Lime Stroll and more.
and times.
Various events & locations in Key West.
Truman Waterfront Park, 35 E. Quay Rd.,
Keylimefestival.com
Key West.
July October 13 – 15: Legends of Music Row -
HEMINGWAY DAYS FESTIVAL George Strait, Ronnie Dunn,
Various events & locations in Key West. Jamey Johnson & more
hemingwaydays.net October 18: Gov’t Mule &
Old Crow Medicine Show
July 1 – 5
MERMAID FESTIVAL January 17 – 21: RokIsland Fest
Various times & locations in Key West. January 24-28: Mile 0 Fest "Higgs Beach Salute"
305-204-4266. keywestmermaidfestival.com thekeywestamp.com by Sharon Wells
Culture 11"Aqua Pertingens Ad Caelum" "Bahia Bridge Fiery Skies" "All Aglow"
by David Bader by Larry Blackburn by Mary Jean Connors
FLORIDA KEYS CONCERT March 20 & 21: Get the Led Out Rock ‘n Roll, Part 3
ASSOCIATION 305-985-0433. thekeywesttheater.com February: Simon & Garfunkel Story
Performances begin at 7:30 p.m. March: Get on Your Feet –
Marathon High School KEYS CONCERTS BY CANDLELIGHT
Various times & locations. Tentatively Estefan Broadway Tour
Performing Arts Center
scheduled themed events include April: R.E.S.P.E.C.T. –
January 16: Glenn Miller Orchestra
Welcome to the Season of Music, Aretha Franklin Tribute
January 23: Fred Moyer Jazz Trio
Gypsies, Tramps, and Thieves, A Night 305-295-7676. keystix.com
January 30: Escher String Quartet of Classic Rock, Hip Hopera and Pop
February 13: Rising Star Concert THE STUDIOS OF KEY WEST
Princesses. See us on Facebook.
Presenting live music, theater and events.
February 20: Spanish Brass 305-619-2862.
The Old Town New Folk season includes
February 27: William Hagen, violin POPS IN THE PARK Susan Werner, John Gorka, Vance Gilbert,
Coral Shores High School KEYS COMMUNITY CONCERT BAND Miss Tess, among others. 533 Eaton St.
Performing Art Center Performances begin at 4 p.m. 305-296-0458. tskw.org
January 17: Glenn Miller Orchestra Founders Park, MM87, Islamorada
January 24: Fred Moyer Jazz Trio November 26: Strike Up the Band! THEATER, CABARET
& COMEDY
January 31: Escher String Quartet December 10: Joy to the World
October – May
February 14: Rising Star Concert February 18: Who Let the Dogs Out?!
CHRISTOPHER PETERSON’S
February 21: Spanish Brass March 18: Festival of Music EYECONS
February 28: William Hagen, violin April 22: What a Wonderful World Performances begin at 9 p.m. Master of
800-324-6982. floridakeysconcerts.com Murray Nelson Center Peace Park impersonations, both visually and vocally.
January 21: Sailing Away to Key Largo La Te Da, Key West.
IMPROMPTU CLASSICAL 305-296-6706. lateda.com/cabaret
CONCERTS OF KEY WEST 305-451-4530.
Performances begin at 4 p.m. keyscommunityconcertband.org October – July
St. Paul’s Church, 401 Duval St., Key West SOUTH FLORIDA RANDY ROBERTS LIVE! CABARET
January 8: Calodore String Quartet SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Performances begin at 9 p.m. Live vocal
January 22: Lysander Trio 25TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON and visual impersonations of famous
Performances begin at 7:30 p.m. ladies of showbiz: Cher, Bette and some
February 12: Zoltan Fejervari
Tennessee Williams Theatre, originals. La Te Da, Key West.
February 26: Aizuri String Quarter 305-296-6706. lateda.com/cabaret
5901 College Rd., Key West
March 12: American Brass January 28: Shostakovich, Gottsch October 13 – 27
March 26: Calefax Winds World Premiere - Ocklawaha,
BUM FARTO, THE MUSICAL
keywestimpromptu.org Great Opera Arias
San Carlos Institute, 516 Duval St.,
February 18: Brahms, Simelius, Berlioz Key West
KEY WEST THEATER
CONCERT SERIES March 25: Dvorak, featuring Bumfartothemusical.com
Performances begin at 8 p.m. See our Zuill Bailey, cello
February – April
website for full concert schedule and times. 954-522-8445. southfloridasymphony.org
KEYS SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
October 4: Acoustic Alchemy
TENNESSEE WILLIAMS THEATRE Various times & locations. The living,
October 6: Victor Wooten Performances begin at 8 p.m. See our breathing Bard at his very best.
October 21: Pure Prairie League website for full concert schedule and times. 401-413-0044,
October 30: The Wallfowers 5901 College Rd., Key West KeysShakes.org, @KeysShakes
November 19: Who’s Bad January 24: The Greatest Love of All
COMEDY KEY WEST
Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute January: Beautiful – Live stand-up comedy, flms and special
January 13: The Reverend Peyton’s Carol King Broadway Tour events. 218 Whitehead St.
Big Damn Band February 28: Neil Berg’s 50 Years of 305-985-7370. comedykeywest.com
12 The Florida Keys & Key West : 2023 Culture Magazine"Sailing in the Florida Keys" "Overlapping Worlds"
by Sandy Mezinis by Carol Ellis
FRINGE THEATER KEY WEST January 31 – February 25: Flaming VISUAL ARTS
Community focused theater. Gun of the Purple Sage Third Thursdays
At the Armory, 600 White St. March 7 – 25: Short Attention WALK ON WHITE
305-731-0581. keywestfringe.org Span Theatre 5 p.m. Exhibition opening receptions,
KEY WEST BURLESQUE May: Children’s Show open artist studios, locally-made art,
Performances begin at 8 p.m. 305-296-9911. redbarntheatre.com special events, pottery-throwing demos
Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. and complimentary libations as galleries,
TENNESSEE WILLIAMS THEATRE studios and art-loving businesses on
October 25 – 28: She Avengers
Performances begin at 8 p.m. See our White St. in Key West open their doors
Stripfnity War website for full concert schedule and times. for this special night.
December 16 & 17: 12 Days of 5901 College Rd., Key West 305-767-3769. walkonwhitekeywest.com
Christmas: A Burlesque Parody March 3: Peking Acrobats
February: Oh My Gods 305-295-7676. keystix.com Second Saturdays
and Goddesses STOCK ISLAND MONTHLY
THE KEY PLAYERS ART STROLL
April: The Kitten & Lou Show
Murray Nelson Government Center, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Stroll stops include
305-619-2862. keywestburlesque.show 102050 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo studios and shops on Stock Island that
KEY WEST THEATER October – November: showcase di£erent artists and mediums.
See our website for full concert schedule Little Shop of Horrors Ilovestockisland.org
and times. February: I Love You, You’re Perfect,
Now Change Through November 30
November 20 – 21: Daniel Tosh
March or April: Peter Pan Jr. SCARECROWS IN THE FOREST
February 23: Paul Reiser
EXHIBIT & CONTEST
305-985-0433. thekeywesttheater.com April: Sandy Toes, Salty Kisses
10 a.m. Key West Tropical Forest &
305-942-4339. thekeyplayers.org Botanical Garden, 5210 College Rd.
MARATHON COMMUNITY THEATRE
Thursday through Saturday at 8 p.m.; THE STUDIOS OF KEY WEST 815-298-9399. Keywest.garden
Sunday Matinees at 3 p.m. Presenting live music, theater and events. January-December
MM49.5, 5101 Overseas Hwy., Marathon 533 Eaton St.
THE ART GUILD OF THE PURPLE
October 27 – November 12: 305-296-0458. tskw.org
ISLES SHOWCASE ART EXHIBIT
The Rocky Horror Show WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Open Daily. Key Largo
December 16 & 17: MCT Annual Performances begin at 8 p.m. Tuesdays Chamber of Commerce Foyer, MM106.0
Holiday Show through Saturdays. Overseas Hwy., Key Largo.
January 5 – 21: Return to 407 Wall St., Key West 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Open Daily, Tassell
Sunset Village October 20 – November 12: Medical Arts Building 2nd Floor,
February 9 – 11: One Weekend Only Jimmy Bu£et’s Escape to Margaritaville (Mariner’s Hospital) MM91.5,
March 9 – 25: Desperate Measures December 1 – 17: Rock of Ages Overseas Hwy., Tavernier.
December 11 & 12: Fully Committed 305-451-1414. agpi.us,
April 27 – May 13: Scapino!
January 12 – 28: An Inspector Calls keylargochamber.org
305-743-0994. marathontheater.org
February 14 – March 18: Kinky Boots February 18
RED BARN THEATRE March 5: Trunk Material 4 ART GUILD OF THE
319 Duval St. #2, Key West PURPLE ISLES BOTANICAL
March 12 & 13: Suddenly Last Summer
December 20 – January 14: ART SHOW AT GARDEN WALK
Dear Jack, Dear Louise April 5 – 22: Three Tall Women
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday Only.
January 15: Red Barn Theatre Party May 10 – 27: Arsenic & Old Lace
Garden Club of the Upper Keys
with Special Guest Christine Mild June 6 – 10: Hedwig and the Angry Inch Francis Tracy Garden Center,
January 18 – 21: Back in Baby’s Arms June 16 & 17: Charlotte’s Web 94040 Overseas Hwy., Tavernier.
(Christine Mild Sings Patsy Cline) 305-294-5015. waterfrontplayhouse.org agpi.us, gardenclubupperkeys.org
Culture 13"Way of a Waterman" "Bahama Street"
by Tom Harden by Annamarie Giordano
March The Frederick Douglass School
THE ART GUILD OF THE and Its Educators
PURPLE ISLES BIRDS OF THE KEYS February 24 – April 16: From a
"Everglades Heron" ART SHOW Woman’s Hand
by Gloria Avner 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday through April 28 – October: Out of the Box:
Saturday. The Roberto Russell Gallery at The Art of the Cigar Label
Ocean Sotheby’s International Realty,
Mel Fisher 81888 Overseas Hwy., Islamorada. Other permanent and online exhibitions.
Maritime 305-712-8888. agpi.us, oceansir.com 305-295-6616. kwahs.org
Heritage MORADA WAY ARTS &
Museum March
CULTURAL DISTRICT ART WALK
200 GREENE STREET
KEY WEST, FLORIDA
THE ART GUILD OF THE
WWW.MELFISHER.ORG PURPLE ISLES ANNUAL MEMBERS’ 6 p.m. Original art, hand-crafted jewelry,
305-294-2633
JUDGED ART SHOW sculptures, music, performance artists
People are talking... and more in the heart of Islamorada.
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday through
“Spectacular TO
P-RATED ON
Saturday. The Roberto Russell Gallery at 305-664-2471.
museum”
Ocean Sotheby’s International Realty, moradawayarts.org, moradaway.org
“So interesting”
“Well done and
81888 Overseas Hwy., Islamorada. THE SHOPS AT MALLORY SQUARE
“Huge fan great story” 305-712-8888. agpi.us, oceansir.com 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. daily. A galleria
of this place”
“So many
“One of our Top
Three in Key
March 11 of local shops, artists and galleries.
artifacts West” PLEIN AIR KEY WEST Whitehead & Front Streets, Key West.
to view”
“A must see” COMPETITION Mallorysquare.com
Skip the line. Scan 8:30 a.m. Show Reception and Sale THE STUDIOS OF KEY WEST
to get Tix online.
at 5 p.m. Key West Art Center,
Presenting 3-4 new exhibitions each
301 Front St.
month including the Annual Members’
305-304-1013. keywestartcenter.com
Sponsored in part by the State of Florida,
Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture,
Exhibition in December. Join us for
April -July 31 openings the frst Thursday of every
the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the
National Endowment for the Arts.
KEY WEST ART GARDEN month. Visit our website for details and
10 a.m. Key West Tropical Forest & gallery hours. 533 Eaton St.
Botanical Garden, 5210 College Rd. 305-296-0458, tskw.org
305-296-1504. keywest.garden
DANCE
June Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
THE ART GUILD OF THE PURPLE LEARN TO DANCE WITH
ISLES MEMBERS’ SUMMER SHOW LUCY & FRIENDS - SALSA & MORE
A CULINARY TASTING AND COMPETITION
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays. 6:00 p.m. Thursdays.
FEATURING SOME OF THE KEYS’ FINEST
CHEFS TO BENEFIT MARC, INC Saturday. Our Place In Paradise Gallery, 7:00 p.m. Fridays. Salsa, Salsa Rueda,
88711 Overseas Hwy., Tavernier.
February 5, 2023 305- 916-5828. agpi.us,
ourplaceinparadise.com
Bachata, Cha Cha, Rumba and Merengue!
Williams Hall, 729 Fleming St., Key West.
4PM-7PM 305-296-6348. dancekeywest.com
AT CUSTOM HOUSE EXHIBITS Wednesdays
Key West Art & Historical Society,
281 Front St. LINE DANCING WITH MARVIN
RESORT & MARINA Through December 11: Key West 200 6:30 p.m. The Backyard Bar Key West,
KEY WEST FL 618 Duval St. See us on Facebook.
December 15 – February 12:
305-395-0213
Earthly Bodies: Two Decades of
Nudes with Eric Anfnson November
MARC
WHERE REMARCABLE CITIZENS THRIVE
January 13 – March 19: Without a KEY WEST DANCE COLLECTIVE
SCAN FOR MORE INFO
Struggle, There Can Be No Progress: Tennessee Williams Theatre,
14 The Florida Keys & Key West : 2023 Culture Magazine"Higgs Beach Pier" "Easter Morning White Street Pier"
by CJ Groth by Jane Grannis
5901 College Rd. March 12
305-295-7676. THE OSCARS IN KEY WEST GALA
twstages.com, keystix.com 7 p.m. Live telecast and red carpet
evening. Tropic Cinema, 416 Eaton St.
December 7 – 11
877-761-3456. tropiccinema.com
NUTCRACKER KEY WEST
Tennessee Williams Theatre, MARATHON COMMUNITY CINEMA
5901 College Rd. Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday,
305-295-7676. keystix.com and Tuesdays. MM49.5 Oceanside,
5101 Overseas Hwy.
June 2 & 3 305-743-0288. marathoncinema.com
TAHDANCE 14TH ANNUAL
DANCE SHOWCASE TROPIC CINEMA
Marathon Community Theatre. New, Independent, Foreign and Urban
305-743-0994. marathontheater.org flms and Documentaries. 416 Eaton St.,
Key West.
COFFEEMILL DANCE & 877-761-3456. tropiccinema.com
YOGA STUDIO
804 White St. and 3340 N. Roosevelt MUSEUMS, HISTORY
Blvd., Key West. & NATURE
305-296-9982. cošeemilldance.com Third Wednesdays (October to May)
HISTORY OF DIVING MUSEUM
ISLAND GROOVE DANCE & FITNESS IMMERSE YOURSELF
Hip-Hop, Acro Dance, ballet and more. PRESENTATION SERIES
31109 Avenue A, Unit 5, Big Pine Key. Presentations begin at 7 p.m.
305-509-3115 82990 Overseas Hwy., Islamorada.
LEARN TO DANCE WITH 305-664-9737. divingmuseum.org
LUCY & FRIENDS First Thursdays (October to April)
Private lessons for all occasions, including KEY WEST GARDEN CLUB
weddings, anniversaries & Quinceaneras. EDUCATIONAL LECTURE SERIES
305-296-6348. dancekeywest.com 1:30 p.m. 1100 Atlantic Blvd.
ON YOUR TOES DANCE STUDIO 305-294-3210. keywestgardenclub.com
Ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap and more. Third Saturdays (December to June)
92451 Overseas Hwy,. Tavernier.
KEY WEST TROPICAL FOREST
305-852-3818. oytdancestudio.com & BOTANICAL GARDEN
FILM SPEAKER SERIES
5210 College Rd.
Third Mondays (November to April)
305-296-1504. Keywest.garden
M3M MOVIES ON THE 3RD MONDAY
7:30 p.m. Congregation B’nai Zion, 750 October 30
United St., Key West. Email for more SCREAMING GREEN HALLOWEEN
information cbzionkeywest@gmail.com. 10 a.m. Key West Tropical Forest &
Bnaizionkw.com/upcoming-events Botanical Garden, 5210 College Rd.
305-296-1504. keys.garden
November 16-20
KEY WEST ANNUAL FILM FESTIVAL November 18 & 19
Showcase of flms that capture creativity KEY WEST GARDEN CLUB FALL
and diversity. Various venues throughout PLANT SALE & ARTIST MARKET
Key West. 10 a.m. 1100 Atlantic Blvd.
keywestš.com 305-294-3210. keywestgardenclub.com
Culture 15THE STUDIOS OF KEY WEST
The island’s premier art center November 19 March 4
“PRESERVING PARADISE" MARATHON GARDEN CLUB
LECTURE & BOOK SIGNING HOUSE & GARDEN TOUR
10 a.m. Book signing and lecture 10 a.m. 5270 Overseas Hwy., MM50.
featuring author George Born. 305-743-4971. marathongardenclub.org
Old Island Restoration Foundation, May – December
322 Duval St., Key West. AQUANAUTS TO ASTRONAUTS
305-294-9501. oirf.org 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through
December 28 & 29; January 13 & 14; Friday. Join us for an exhibit on the
February 17 & 18; March 17 & 18 fascinating journey from aquanauts to
astronauts. History of Diving Museum,
KEY WEST HOUSE &
82990 Overseas Hwy., Islamorada.
GARDEN TOURS 63RD ANNUAL
A thrilling new line up of classes, 305-664-9737. divingmuseum.org
exhibitions, concerts Each tour features private homes and
gardens. Old Island Restoration AUDUBON HOUSE &
& performances each year!
Foundation, 322 Duval St., Key West. TROPICAL GARDENS
305-294-9501. oirf.org Gallery features antique original
533 Eaton St. - 305-296-0458 - tskw.org lithographs and engravings by John James
January 18 – April Audubon. 205 Whitehead St., Key West.
DIVE INTO ART SHOW - 305-294-2116. audubonhouse.org
EDGE OF THE SEA
CRANE POINT MUSEUM
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through
& NATURE CENTER
Friday. Join us to celebrate the A 63-acre tropical oasis of hardwoods,
native plants and animals that thrive nature trails and educational displays.
where land meets the sea. A showcase 5550 Overseas Hwy., Marathon.
of art from local students will also be 305-743-9100. cranepoint.net
featured. History of Diving Museum,
82990 Overseas Hwy., Islamorada. FLORIDA KEYS HISTORY
305-664-9737. divingmuseum.org & DISCOVERY CENTER
Permanent and rotating exhibits.
February 18 82100 Overseas Hwy., Islamorada.
GARDEN WALK 2023 305-922-2237. keysdiscovery.com
9 a.m. A self-guided tour of the HARRY S. TRUMAN
Francis Tracy Garden Center with art, LITTLE WHITE HOUSE
plant, wares and exhibits. Presented Daily tours, concerts, Paella Cook-Of,
by the Garden Club of the Upper Keys, Presidential Families Weekend, Truman
94040 Overseas Hwy., Tavernier. Legacy Symposium, Fruit Festival and
305-451-8137. Lecture Series. 111 Front St., Key West.
gardenclubupperkeys.org 305-294-9911.
trumanlittlewhitehouse.com
February 24 & 25
KEY WEST GARDEN CLUB HISTORY OF DIVING MUSEUM
GARDEN TOURS Open daily 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Virtual
museum, special events, exhibits and
See website for more information.
store. 82990 Overseas Hwy., Islamorada.
305-294-3210. keywestgardenclub.com
June - Silver Bar Splash Treasure Hunt
March June & September - Dive Into History
CONCH SHELL BLOWING CONTEST 305-664-9737. divingmuseum.org
Old Island Restoration Foundation,
KEY WEST ART &
322 Duval St., Key West.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
305-294-9501. oirf.org
Four culturally distinct museums –
March 3 – 5 Key West Museum of Art & History,
KEY WEST “ORCHID VISION” FAIR the Key West Lighthouse & Keeper’s
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. A weekend of orchids, Quarters, Fort East Martello and the
vendors, supplies, free parking, food Tennessee Williams Museum. Exhibitions
year-round. Distinguished Speaker
and more. The Key West Garden Club,
Thursdays and Tennessee Williams
1100 Atlantic Blvd.
Birthday Celebration March through April.
305-619-8304, keywestorchidsociety.org
305-295-6616. kwahs.org
March 4 KEY WEST TROPICAL FOREST &
MARATHON GARDEN CLUB BOTANICAL GARDEN
BUTTERFLY GARDEN TOUR 5210 College Rd.
10 a.m. 5270 Overseas Hwy., MM50. September 24 & 25:
305-743-4971. marathongardenclub.org Lower Keys Fall Migration Mania
16 The Florida Keys & Key West : 2023 Culture MagazineMarch 4: Garden Fest Key West & for information.
Green Market Place 305-293-9291. kwls.org
April 1: Migration Mania &
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
Great Egg Hunt
Tuesdays
April 15 – July 31: Art in the Garden
LIFE DRAWING CLASSES WITH
305-296-1504. Keywest.garden ANNAMARIE GIORDANO
MEL FISHER MARITIME MUSEUM
Home of the sunken Spanish galleons
11 a.m. Key West.
609-884-3474.
in Key West!
Nuestra Senora de Atocha and Santa amgiordano325@gmail.com
Margarita and the slave ship Henrietta ART GUILD OF THE PURPLE ISLES
Marie. Exhibitions, lectures, movie 92600 Overseas Hwy., Tavernier.
nights and Earth Day Celebration.
agpi.us
200 Greene St., Key West.
305-294-2633. melfsher.org ARTISTS IN PARADISE
Winn-Dixie Plaza, Big Pine Key.
REEF ENVIRONMENTAL
305-872-1828. artistsinparadise.com
EDUCATION FOUNDATION REEF
Monthly seminars (January – August). KEY WEST ART CENTER
April 22 – 23: Lionfsh Hunting/Derby 301 Front St.
May 13: Arts & Science Celebration 305-294-1241. keywestartcenter.com
June 10: World Oceans Day Celebration KEY WEST COLLECTIVE
July 12 & 14: Great Annual 720 Caroline St.
Fish Count Celebration 305-783-5180. keywestcollective.com
305-852-0030. reef.org MORADA WAY ARTS
LITERARY & CULTURAL DISTRICT
First Sundays 81549 Old Hwy., Islamorada.
305-664-9100. moradawayarts.org
KEY WEST POETRY GUILD
7 p.m. Meeting is open to all interested in SACRED SPACE KEY WEST
poetry. See us on Facebook. 5700 4th St.
Sacredspacekeywest.com
Mondays (January to March)
FRIENDS OF THE KEY WEST STONE SOUP GALLERY &
LIBRARY LECTURE SERIES FRAME SHOP
6 p.m. Notable special guests. 802 White St., Key West.
friendsofthekeywestlibrary.org 305-296-2080. stonesoupgallery.com
Last Wednesdays THE STUDIOS OF KEY WEST
LATITUDE 25 WRITERS GROUP A full slate of art, writing and mixed media
5 p.m. Meeting at Key Largo Library. classes each year. 533 Eaton St.
305-852-5201 - Linda Pop 305-296-0458. tskw.org
2nd & 4th Saturdays OUR PLACE IN PARADISE
KEY WEST WRITERS GUILD 88711 Overseas Hwy., Tavernier.
10 a.m. Educate, promote and encourage 305-916-5828. ourplaceinparadise.com
literary excellence. La Brisa pool house. WILLIAMS HALL
1901 S. Roosevelt Blvd. Services, classes, lectures and meetings
484-889-6182. keywestwritersguild.com
for young teens, social activities and
January 10 – 14 classes for the age 50+ community and
KEY WEST LITERARY SEMINAR cultural programs for all ages.
WRITER’S WORKSHOP 729 Fleming St., Key West.
CoŸee Butler Amphitheater, 21 Quay Rd. williamshall.org
305-293-9291. kwls.org/seminar
*All events subject to change.
January 12 – 15
KEY WEST LITERARY SEMINAR Please visit keysarts.com
SINGING AMERICA: A CELEBRATION under “Calendars” to view the
OF BLACK LITERATURE Florida Keys Council of the Arts
CoŸee Butler Amphitheater, 21 Quay Rd.
Cultural Calendar updates and
305-293-9291. kwls.org/seminar
the KeysArts Events Quarterly
KEY WEST LITERARY SEMINAR brochures for details. Also visit
LITERARY WALKING TOURS fa-keys.com calendar of events.
Tour start times vary. See our website
Culture 17Underwatercolors. As home to two oceans, hundreds of species of marine life and thousands of artists, it’s only natural that you’ll fnd stunning works of art in the galleries, studios and shops of the Florida Keys & Key West. Dive in and explore to your heart’s content. fa-keys.com/culture 1.800.fa.keys
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