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Just a reminder -- BASHERT, Torah Study for Jewish Singles Havurah, is meeting this Sunday, June 26
at 6 pm at Palm Beach Synagogue, 120 North County Road, Palm Beach. Parking is on the street or behind Green's Pharmacy, 1 block NE of the shul.
Please help promote this event.
Mingling begins at 6 and goes to approximately 6:30-6:45. The speaker will begin at 6:45 or so. More mingling and a light snack occurs after the speaker. Icebreaker and matchmaking games depend on how many volunteers there are to help. If you can help with this event, please arrive between 5:15 and 5:30.
Charge: $8.00. Additional sponsorships and donations are needed to cover expenses. If you can help with this, please do so.
Additional programs you might be interested in:
THE 22nd ANNUAL SINGLES' LIFESTYLE EXPO –SOUTHFLORIDA -- "Sizzling Singles of South Florida"
SUNDAY, JULY 10, 2011 – 4PM- midnight
at the FT. LAUDERDALE MARRIOTT NORTH HOTEL, 6650 N. Andrews Avenue,Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
SPECIAL KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Julia Yarbough, former NBC6 newscaster
The show will feature over 80 Exhibiting Companies, 10 Free Educational Seminars, Speed Dating Sessions, Entertainment & Music, and South Florida’s Biggest and Best Singles’ Dance Party. Over 800 singles are expected to attend this important community event.
The show is open to the public.Admission is $15.00 in advance or $20.00 at the door. There is plenty of free parking available. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.Exhibit Space rates are $300.00 for regular table top exhibits or $500.00-$1,000.00+ sponsor table packages available.
Please contact AL BARRY, SHOW MGR. for details on exhibiting or attending at:
305 448-7976 OFFICE
OR 800 239-9399 24HR INFO HOTLINE
or LORRAINE WESTREICH, Assistant Show Manager @ 954-344-9524; iwrite4you@att.net
SINGLES' EXPO SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:Sunday, July 10, 2011
2 pm-4 pm: Set-up for Exhibitors
4 pm: Registration Opens
4 pm-7 pm: Singles' Expo Tradeshow Exhibits Open
5 pm-8 pm: Seminars & Workshops
6-8 pm-: Speed Dating Sessions
7-8 pm: Exhibitor Tear down
8-Midnight - So. Florida' biggest, hottest Singles' Dance Party with DJ, Live entertainment & cash bar
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The Single Gourmet of South Florida also hosts weekly dinner and dance events for singles. Phone them for additional information about their upcoming events. Broward County Chapter - 954-723-9608, Palm Beach County Chapter - 561-276-2595, Miami-Dade County Chapter - 305-371-8717
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Carol’s Singles: Please contact Carol for more information about parties and cruises at csuemai@aol.com.
Key Largo Hotels Offer Pilot Whale Rehab Volunteers Special Rates / WHALES STILL NEED HELP!
Key Largo Hotels Offer Pilot Whale Rehab Volunteers Special Rates
KEY LARGO, Florida Keys - Several Key Largo hotels are offering reduced-rate accommodations for visitors who want to join round-the-clock efforts to rehabilitate three surviving pilot whales convalescing at the Florida Keys-based Marine Mammal Conservancy.
The “voluntourism” initiative is being aided with specially priced $69 (plus tax) per night rooms for visitors who sign up as volunteers.
When the traveler completes at least one four-hour shift, MMC representatives will award the traveler a voucher. The voucher is good for the traveler’s stay for up to five days Sunday night through Thursday night, and must be presented to the hotel in order to receive the special rate.
The reduced-rate program is focused on weekdays, because that is when the need for manpower is greatest. Visitors arriving in Key Largo for the volunteer effort are encouraged to sign up for multiple shifts.
As many as 20 volunteers are needed per four-hour shift to assist with a wide range of activities at MMC, located at mile marker 102.1 bayside. Volunteers help with everything from actually being in the water to support the whales (must be 18 or older), to land-based tasks such as answering phones. Shore duties can be performed by teens under 18.
The following Key Largo hotels are part of the program:
The accommodations list also is available at www.fla-keys.com/volunteer and more properties may be added in the future.
Holiday blackout dates for the special rate include Sunday, July 3, and Sunday, Sept. 3. Advance reservations are required, and the lodging property must be advised that guests are planning to volunteer.
The three whales were transferred to MMC in a temperature-controlled Publix Super Markets semitrailer several days after they survived a May 5 stranding off the Lower Keys.
Click here to read one volunteer’s experience with the pilot whales.
(the following submitted by ANDY NEWMAN)
KEY LARGO, Florida Keys -- Officials at a Florida Keys-based marine mammal rehabilitation center Saturday euthanized the third of seven surviving pilot whales that stranded May 5 off the lower Florida Keys.
A female calf, in critical condition since the stranding, did not respond to treatment for kidneys that began failing several days ago, said Robert Lingenfelser, of the Marine Mammal Conservancy. Officials decided to relieve the whale of further suffering.
A necropsy is to be conducted by a MMC veterinarian and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Fisheries personnel.
One other whale remains in critical condition and one is stable.
Lingenfelser said volunteers are still needed to help rehabilitate remaining whales.
MMC personnel euthanized the first surviving pilot whale May 13 and a second May 25. Two were released two days after the stranding.
WYLAND’S 623 DUVAL GALLERY TO WELCOME STEVEN QUARTLY JULY 1-4ARTIST STEVEN QUARTLY WILL UNVEIL IMPRESSIONISTIC VISTAS OF LAND AND SEA FRIDAY THROUGH MONDAY, JULY 1-4, AT WYLAND GALLERIES OF KEY WEST’S 623 DUVAL STREET LOCATION.QUARTLY WILL APPEAR DAILY AND BY APPOINTMENT DURING THE JULY 4TH WEEKEND SHOW.HE WILL INTRODUCE COLORFUL NEW LANDSCAPES, SEASCAPES, AND STREET SCENES — MANY INFLUENCED BY HIS TRAVELS IN TRAVELS IN EUROPE, HAWAIIAND THE CARIBBEAN. ART LOVERS ARE INVITED TO JOIN STEVEN QUARTLY, AND VIEW HIS NEW CANVASES, JULY 1-4 AT WYLAND’S 623 DUVAL STREET GALLERY. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL THE GALLERY AT (305) 292-4998 OR VISIT WWW.WYLANDKEYWEST.COM.
KEY WEST, Florida Keys -- An 18-year-old Canadian student circumnavigated the island of Key West in 4 hours, 11 minutes and 11 seconds Saturday, becoming the first solo finisher and men's division champion in the 12.5-mile Florida Keys Community College Swim Around Key West.
Winner Cameron McKnight of Waterloo, Ontario, was the race's youngest solo entrant and is a collegiate swimmer at the University of Waterloo.
Dale LeClair, 41, of Boca Raton, Fla., took top female honors, finishing in 5:04:20.
Nearly 150 competitors, in divisions for solo swimmers and relay teams of two to six people, followed a clockwise open-water route that circled Key West and encompassed the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico.
Sanctioned by the United States Masters Swimming and United States Swimming organizations, the challenge attracted athletes from the U.S. and other countries to compete for awards in multiple-age categories.
The event benefits local high school, college and community swimming programs and organizations.
Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ,
“This is truly the day that the Lord has made”. Your presence is requested to attend and participate in the First Annual Gospel Explosion Jubilee! All of God’s people, Choirs, Devotional Leaders, Praise Teams, Singers, Dancers and Inspirational Speakers are needed to make this event a success.
This Celebration will be held at the Key West High School Auditorium on Friday, July 8, 2011. At 6 PM. We welcome you to join us in an evening of fun, food, praise and worship. For a suggested donation of $30.00.
We are petitioning you to assist in ticket sales and attendance for this Gospel filled event. All proceeds from this event will be used to assist in the renovations of St. James First Missionary Baptist Church.
Graciously Yours,
Calvin Albury, Event Coordinator
For ticket information please contact (305) 731-3701
WHAT IF... You could be PAIN FREE this weekend?? (for only $15)
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"After just two sessions with Judy, I got rid of back pain I had for years!" --- L. B.
"CFR works. I have had physical therapy, back surgery and many prescriptions.
CFR is an easy, simple solution I never knew about! " --- K. Peck
"Working with Judy cut a minute off my mile time. I run lighter , faster and felt great after my last triatholon." -- Sara M.
Cortical Field Re-Education at FKCC
LOCATION: KEY WEST
Florida Keys Community College
Key West Campus
Class Room: P103A
DATE(S):Thurs, June 23 and Thurs Jun 30
TIME:4 - 6 p.m.
LOCATION: MARATHON
Florida Keys Community College
Marathon Campus
DATE: Wed, July 6th. Morning & Evening Class!
TIME: 10 a.m. to noon and 5 - 7 p.m.
LOCATION: UPPER KEYS
Founders Park DATE(S):Thurs, July 7th
TIME:4 - 6 p.m.
Florida Keys residents who want to learn more about Cortical Field Re-education, now's the chance!
The classes cover techniques to increase pain-free movement and ease in the body while performing daily activities and sports. The information covered in the class is based on the cutting edge learning method of Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais.
Students will be guided through a series of gentle, organic movements that recover comfort, balance and flexibility by re-awakening connections in the brain (neuroplasticity) we had as a baby, but were lost along the way.
Over time, our habits, athletic injuries, common accidents and daily stress dampened the efficiency of our walking,running, jumping, bending, reaching, sitting and other daily movements. "Rebooting" your nervous system and brain with CFR is like defragmenting a computer. You can move easier and get back to your active lifestyle within hours.
Take advantage of FKCC continuing education's Introduction to Cortical Field Re-Education in your area. You will be delighted to learn that what you've been attributing to "aging" or thought was "impossible" is just a lesson away!
Learn more about this simple, intelligent solution to being pain free and feeling youngerin the 9 minute introductory video below.
Movin' Out of Pain in Hours!
Take FKCC's Introduction to Cortical Field Re-Education if you want to:
Stop Chronic Pain
Move Easier
Increase your Balance and Flexibility
Reduce Stress
Increase your Vitality
To register for FKCC Classes call Continuing Education
(305) 809 - 3185
To find out more, watch this video
Contacts:
Judy Greenman, Instructor Florida Keys Community College
Forbidden Broadway, written and conceived by Gerard Alessandrini
This Off-Broadway satirical musical revue has been running in various versions in New York for 25 years. Eleven albums have been recorded of the show. It sharply spoofs show tunes, characters and plots of popular Broadway musicals with snappy lyrics and fabulous costumes. In 2006, the show was awarded Tony honors for Excellence in Theatre. Forbidden Broadway has been seen in more than 200 US cities as well as London, Tokyo, Singapore and Sydney and now comes to Key West! Red Barn Theatre's production is the first one to be liscensed to use a local cast.
Audience favorites Eric Cole, J.B. McLendon, Gayla Morgan and Marjorie Paul-Shook make up the cast of this hilarious musical evening.
Becky Barta, veteran of many Forbidden Broadway shows, will direct.
RED
January 18 - 28
Red by John Logan
This is a special ten-performance run of the acclaimed 2010 Tony Award-winning play. Red is a searing portrait of the master abstract expressionist Mark Rothko and his young assistant. Ambition and vulnerability go hand in hand as Rothko tries to create his crowning achievement that could also become his undoing.
"[Red is] intense and exciting. It's impossible not to feel thrilled." Ben Brantley, The New York Times
Directed by Carole MacCartee
God of Carnage
February 7 - March 10
God of Carnageby Yasmina Reza
Winner of the 2009 Tony Award for Best Play, this Broadway smash hit is a comedy of manners without the manners. Two couples meet to discuss an altercation on the playground between their eleven year-old sons. Civilized manners soon give way to a rumble in the living room as all hell breaks loose in this very, very funny play about the primitive tendencies that lurk just below the surface in us all.
The stellar cast of Bob Bowersox, Mimi McDonald, Annie Miners and George Murphy will make this an evening of theatre you won't soon forget.
"Never underestimate the pleasure of watching really good actors behaving terribly... It incites the kind of laughter that comes from the gut. [God of Carnage is] a satisfying primitive entertainment with an intellectual veneer." - Ben Brantley, The New York Times
God of Carnage also won the Olivier Award in London for Best New Comedy and will be directed by Joy Hawkins.
Match
March 20 - April 14
Match by Stephen Belber
This Broadway hit stars the incomparable and always hysterical Tom Luna as Tobi Powell, an eccentric and endearing dancer, choreographer and teacher. A married couple arrives at his apartment to interview him about his life, but it is soon evident that their agenda is as multi-layered as Tobi's life story.
"Uproariously funny, deeply moving, enthralling theatre. Belber's Match has great beauty and tenderness and abounds in wit." - The New York Daily News
Directed by Joy Hawkins
Short Attention Span Theatre and
Key West Burlesque
April 24 - May 30
This will be another fun-filled six weeks of hot new 10-minute plays paired with the sultry naughty but nice burlesque. It is a perfect end to a fabulous season. Enjoy as Key West's youngest and brightest lights light up the Barn stage in this spring spectacular!
NOW PLAYING
Key West Summer Stage opens this July!
Visit www.theatrexp.org for tickets and show times. And you thought July in Key West couldn't get any hotter!
Red Barn Theatre Needs Your Help!
Red Barn Theatre needs one minute of your time to please cast your vote!
In 2010, Florida Monthly Magazine declared Red Barn Theatre one of the top two theatres in the state of Florida!
Vote for us for the 2011 awards by clicking here! We thank you from the bottom of our theatrical hearts!
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Red Barn Theatre needs one minute of your time to please cast your vote!
In 2010, Florida Monthly Magazine declared Red Barn Theatre one of the top two theatres in the state of Florida!
Vote for us for the 2011 awards by clicking here! We thank you from the bottom of our theatrical hearts!
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Red Barn Theatre needs one minute of your time to please cast your vote!
In 2010, Florida Monthly Magazine declared Red Barn Theatre one of the top two theatres in the state of Florida!
Vote for us for the 2011 awards by clicking here! We thank you from the bottom of our theatrical hearts!
This is Not Sarah Palin. Have You Voted Yet?
Red Barn Theatre needs one minute of your time to please cast your vote!
In 2010, Florida Monthly Magazine declared Red Barn Theatre one of the top two theatres in the state of Florida!
Vote for us for the 2011 awards by clicking here! We thank you from the bottom of our theatrical hearts!
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Red Barn Theatre needs one minute of your time to please cast your vote!
In 2010, Florida Monthly Magazine declared Red Barn Theatre one of the top two theatres in the state of Florida!
Vote for us for the 2011 awards by clicking here! We thank you from the bottom of our theatrical hearts!
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Red Barn Theatre needs one minute of your time to please cast your vote!
In 2010, Florida Monthly Magazine declared Red Barn Theatre one of the top two theatres in the state of Florida!
Vote for us for the 2011 awards by clicking here! We thank you from the bottom of our theatrical hearts!
February is For Lovers
Look for these special events in February 2012
Love Letters
by A.R. Gurney
February 12 - 13
Starring Joy Hawkins and John Wells
Love Letters is A.R. Gurney's timeless tale of a relationship chronicled by the correspondence of it's two characters, Melissa Gardner and Andrew Makepeace Ladd 3rd. Their poignantly funny friendship and star-crossed romance takes them from second grade through adolescence and into maturity. This show was a runaway hit both on and off Broadway and was also nominated for the Pulitzer Prize.
Cocktails with Kathleen
Kathleen Peace is one of Key West's most spectacularly talented divas. She can deliver a song like nobody's business with a range and musicality that are astonishing. Join Kathleen, Larry Smith and other fine musicians as she heats up the lovely living room set of God of Carnage with her fabulous voice and sassy song stylings.
Henry Flagler: Wild Dreams
Paul J. Jellinck stars in his one-man play about the legendary tycoon and developer of the Overseas Railroad.
Key Largo Summer Concert Season Set for June through August
Key Largo Summer Concert Season Set for June through August
KEY LARGO, Florida Keys — A series of six weekend evening concerts is on tap for the summer months, sponsored by the newly formed Friends of the Key Largo Cultural Center, with the season running Friday, June 17, through Friday, Aug. 26.
Performances are to take place at the Murray E. Nelson Government and Cultural Center in Key Largo, located at 102050 Overseas Highway (MM 102).
Highlights include an evening of Broadway vocals with Lisanne Lyons June 17, the jazz sounds and scat singing of Kevin Mahogany Saturday, July 2, and a July 15 show with Troy “Satchmo” Anderson and the Wonderful World Band, a Louis Armstrong tribute group.
Other concerts are set for July 29 with the Doug Bickel New Trio playing contemporary jazz piano, an Aug. 12 vocal performance by Miami’s Marlyn Sanchez and a season finale scheduled Aug. 26 to showcase a Broadway review with Serena Salva, Deneen Bullard-Barriere and the cultural center’s own Debra Ginsberg.
The Friends of the Key Largo Cultural Center is a community organization devoted to providing Key Largo residents and visitors with first-rate affordable entertainment, educational programs and events.
Shows start at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person and available at First State Bank of the Florida Keys, MM 97, or by calling 305-451-3929.
For Immediate ReleaseCarole Stevens 872-2411On photo, winners are left to right (first, second, third, fourth place)Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce Announces WinnersOf Annual Essay ContestThe Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce recently sponsored its annual essay contest for the eighth grade class at Sugarloaf Middle School. The topic the students were asked to write about this year was “How did the Key Deer get to the Florida Keys?” Seventy four (74) essays were submitted by the eighth grade students, read and evaluated by the Board of Director’s Essay Committee. The essays were creative, interesting to read and we are proud of each entry submitted. It was a difficult decision to pick only four.US Savings Bonds donated by First State Bank were awarded at graduation on June 8th at 7:00 p.m. by First State representative Jason O’Brien, Lower Keys Chamber President Cece Williamson and Executive Director Carole Stevens to the following students:First Place:$200.00 bond Collin Mars Essay titled: The Key Deer Myth Second Place: $100.00 bond Olivia Kennedy Essay titled: From Pufferfish to Key Deer Third Place: $75.00 bond Kaylee Parker Essay titled: Key Deer Plants in the Florida Keys Fourth Place: $50.00 bond Caleb Carter Essay titled: The Intrepid Key Deer LegendThe Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors would like to thank Principal Harry Russell, Assistant Principal David Perkins, Eighth Grade Language TeacherKaren McKenzie and all of the eighth grade students who participated in the 2011 annual LKCC Essay Contest. We would also like to thank Jason O’Brien of First State Bank who provided the US Savings Bonds. The Chamber wishes to extend our congratulations to these students and to all graduating eighth graders at Sugarloaf Middle School.Lower Keys Chamber of CommercePO Box 430511Big Pine Key, Florida 33043305-872-2411 Fax: 305-872-0752Email: officeassist@lowerkeyschamber.comWebsite: www.lowerkeyschamber.com Sugarloaf Essays below! View Document
Calling All Artists-Submissions for the Fantasy FestŪ 2011 Poster Contest!
Calling All Artists-Submissions for the Fantasy Fest® 2011 Poster Contest!
Fantasy Fest 2011 “Aquatic Afrolic” is requesting artists to submit their vision of this year’s theme for the Annual Poster Design Contest! The winner will receive $1,000, a poster signing party and recognition as the winning artist or artist collaboration. This is your chance to join the revered ranks of artists whose creations have been seen by over 70,000 party revelers! The artwork should reflect the theme and elements that are characteristic of Key West. Photography, cubism, graphic design, watercolors and cartoons have all been used over the past 32 years. Posters may be horizontal or vertical and a variety of sizes are accepted, generally art chosen is about 18” x 24”. Keep in mind that this needs the flash of a poster, but is also a piece of artwork purchased by festival attendees that will hang on the walls of their homes. Submission deadline is Wednesday, June 1, 2011. The artwork will be the sole property of Fantasy Fest upon selection and payment to the winner. For more detailed information regarding poster submission and to download an application, please visit www.fantasyfest.net or call 305-296-1817. Entry forms are also available at the Fantasy Fest office, 1111 12th Street, Suite 211 in the Professional Plaza (behind K-Mart).
At Tuesday’s City Commission meeting, Mayor Craig Cates honored retired Chairman of the Art in Public Places Board Frank Garner by naming a day in his honor. Because Garner retired on January 18th, that is the day that bears his name.
Garner served as a board member and chairman of that board from 1999 until 2011.
“Little did I realize, on that day 12 years ago,” Garner told the commissioners, “that my life would be totally changed… We had a study group for one whole year to put together the guidelines. From that I started really serving the city that I love so dearly.”
Garner recalled the day when the late City Commissioner Jeremy Anthony appointed him to the position, and he lauded the commission for passing an ordinance that establishes a funding source for Art in Public Places.
“I hope to see lots of wonderful art on my island – on your island – because of you,” he told the commission.
Melody Coopershowcased at the Wine Galley in the Pier House ResortOne Duval St.Key West, FL33040(305) 296-4600
Larry Smith performs Friday through Monday nights at 7:00PM.Guests join him at 9:00PM.Friday and Saturday nights (June 24 & 25) at 7:00PM, Larry Smith performs jazz and pop standards, and his original compositions ... and accompanies guest singers and instrumentalists.On Sunday (June 26) at 9:00PM, Larry Smith showcases the talents of singer Melody Cooper who loves to combine her jazz and classical training with a growing passion for Spanish and Latin music (she will be continuing her studies and performing in Spain in a few weeks).While here in Key West, Melody is constantly busy making music for weddings, special events, and church functions, and is the pianist and vocalist of the "Paradise Big Band".At this Sunday Showcase performance, Melody will be featuring some of her original lyrics and arrangements from the current recording of a new CD.Next week's Larry SmithSunday Showcase Guest will be singer Queen Kathleen (July 03).The Larry Smith Jazz Jams are held on Mondays at 9:00PM - this week (June 27) featuring drummer Skipper Kripitz and bassist Tim McAlpine - and all instrumentalists, vocalists, and listeners are invited to participate.For more information call (305) 296-4600
Schakolad Chocolate Factory Offers Sweet Summer Activities for Children ages 6-15
Summary: Sweet Summer activities for children 6-15 - photos provided on request Date: 5/26/11
Schakolad Chocolate Factory Offers Sweet Summer Activities for Children ages 6-15
Davie, FL, - Are your children ready to experience their SWEETEST field trip of the summer?
Schakolad Chocolate Factory in Davie is opening its doors for children ages 6 to 15 to learn how to make, dip and decorate chocolate!
Schakolad Chocolate Factory is a boutique chocolateria that manufactures all its fresh, handmade chocolates on premises. Our facility is very kid-friendly and we have developed the perfect recipe for an educational, interactive and memorable chocolate making experience.
Our professional chocolatiers will take the children on a magical journey of how chocolate transforms from the Cacao Bean to the Chocolate Bar as we prepare the group to become mini-chocolatiers.
The mini-chocolatiers will get the opportunity to use the skills they have learned, combined with their own personal creativity, to make wonderful chocolate creations that they can take home (if they make it that far!).
This 45 minutes to an hour program includes: - A brief history of the art of chocolate-making - Tasting of white, milk, and dark chocolate - Each child will create their own treats, including: o A chocolate pizza made with a chocolate crust covered with an assortment of toppings of the children’s choice and melted “cheese” (white chocolate!) o three different treats dipped in milk or dark chocolate o Crafting their own goodie bag to bring home their creations
This is one “Super Sweet Summer Activity” that will not be forgotten soon!
The rate is $9.50 per child. Send an email to davie@schakolad.com or call 954-472-6155 to pre-register at least two days before any of the upcoming events.
Tuesday, June 14 @ 11 AM Wednesday, June 22 @ 4 PM Tuesday, June 28 @ 4 PM
Thursday, July 14 @ 4 PM Wednesday, July 20 @ 4 PM Thursday, July 28 @ 11 AM
Tuesday, August 2 @ 4 PM Wednesday, August 10 @ 5 PM Tuesday, August 16 @ 4 PM Thursday, August 18 @ 11 AM
Company Information: Schakolad Chocolate Factory (http://www.schakolad.com/store20), a fresh, hand-made on-premises European-style chocolate business, has been making chocolate for three generations.
Location: 7740 Nova Dr. – Davie, FL 33324 – (east of University Dr.) 954-472-6155 – davie@schakolad.com
KEYS DONATES $1K TO KWHS OPERATION GRADUATIONKEY WEST – Keys Energy Services’ (KEYS) recently donated $1,000 to Key WestHigh School’s annual Operation Graduation program to provide a safe party alternative to seniors after the graduation ceremony. KEYS made the donation via its Community Sponsorship fund which annually provides $10,000 in sponsorships to local non-profit organizations. “KEYS has been a long-time supporter of the Operation Graduation program, and we are pleased to once again help offer a safe alternative to graduating seniors with which to celebrate their achievements,” said Lynne Tejeda, KEYS’ General Manager & CEO.
KEYS TO TEMPORARILY SUSPEND REBATE PROGRAMKEY WEST – Due to overwhelming demand, Keys Energy Services’ (KEYS) Rebate Program will soon be temporarily suspended until future funding opportunities become available. KEYS’ customers interested in applying for a rebate must submit the necessary application and paperwork by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 10th to be eligible while funds last. No rebate applications will be accepted after that date. Applications can be obtained at www.KeysEnergy.com. “We are once again pleased with the success of the rebate program and hope to be able to reinstate it yet again in the near future as funds become available,” said Lynne Tejeda, KEYS’ General Manager & CEO.To date, KEYS has processed approximately $75,000 in rebates for qualified energy efficient appliances. In 2010 over $90,000 in rebates were awarded. Based on application rates, the most popular rebate in 2011 has been for clothes washers, with over 600 rebates being awarded.
Bank of America Customer Outreach EventAs part of Bank of America’s commitment to providing assistance to customers who are experiencing financial hardship, Bank of America is hosting a free, three-day customer outreach event where Bank of America customers can meet face-to-face with home retention specialists to review options for home loan modifications or other home retention options, as well as review loan modification files already in progress.The event will run from Thursday, June 23 through Saturday, June 25 at the Miami Beach Convention Center, located at 1901 Convention Center Drive on the 1st floor, Hall C. Complimentary valet service will be provided at the mainentrance to the convention center.Bank of America customers can register to participate by going online to www.bankofamerica.com/outreachevent or by calling 1.855.201.7426 (this is a toll-free number).
KEYS UNVEILS SMART PHONE COMPATIBLE WEBSITEKEY WEST – Keys Energy Services’ (KEYS) web site, www.KeysEnergy.com, is now smart phone compatible. In order to access KEYS’ smart phone compatible site, customers need simply enter www.KeysEnergy.com into the browser of their smart phone. Through the magic of technology and cellular signals, the website is able to detect how it is being accessed and will display the appropriate version of itself.Customers will notice the smart phone compatible version of KEYS’ website has a similar color scheme and feel to KEYS’ traditional website along with almost all of the same content - now in a format to allow for ease of viewing from mobile devices. “When we began developing this mobile site, we looked into the creation of an actual Apple ‘App’ customers could download from iTunes,” said Julio J. Barroso, KEYS’ Communications/Marketing Coordinator. He added that KEYS, “did not go down this route for a couple reasons, mainly due to cost and the fact that the ‘App’ would have worked for Apple products, but it would have had compatibility issues with other mobile devices our customers may use.”Barroso went on to add that, “for those customers with Apple products, once they access the mobile site from their device they can select to ‘add it to home screen’ as an icon for future reference and in a round about way have created their very own KEYS’ ‘App’.“The creation of our smart phone compatible website further improves the ability of our customers to remain connected with KEYS whenever and wherever it is most convenient for them,” said Lynne Tejeda, KEYS’ General Manager & CEO. The utility first launched its website in the mid-1990s, with major redesigns taking place in 2002 to coincide with its name change from City Electric System to KEYS and again in 2004 to accommodate expanded website offerings. In late 2010 it underwent a redesign to offer expanded features designed to improve usability.
Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce18th Annual Big Pine and Lower Keys Dolphin TournamentThe Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce hosted the 18th Annual Big Pine and Lower Keys Dolphin Tournament June, 10-12, 2011 with 165 anglers, fishing aboard 65 boats. We welcomed 50% of the anglers traveling from outside Monroe County. Captain’s meeting; weigh-ins and the awards banquet took place at Boondocks’ Grille, Draft House & Miniature Golf. Sponsorships from Boondocks Grille, Draft House & Miniature Golf, Cudjoe Sales Fishermen’s Warehouse, Royal Plus, Twin Peaks Insurance, Bishop & Rosasco & Company, Big Pine Key Motel, Centennial Bank, Sea Center, Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant, AT & T the Real Yellow Pages, Florida-Keys.com, and the News-Barometer contributed prizes, raffle items, auction items and giveaways presented during the tournament. This year the tournament featured over $40,000 in cash and prizes and a guaranteed $10,000 cash for First Place.Weigh Master Captain Dave Wiley and assistants Noel Kartman, Steve Miller and Dan Iarrobino weighed in 65 Dolphin, 5 Tuna and 6 Wahoo, many of the dolphin in the 20 to 30 lb range. Directors, Staff & Volunteers who worked registration, goody bag distribution, Rules Committee and weigh in statistics were:, Cece Williamson, LKCC President, Nancy Oleinik, Judy Rowley, Trysh Freehling, Scott Bringle, Dan Iarrobino, Shana Casey, Anna Baird, Tammy Bringle, Destiny Bringle, Tammy Germain, Jason O’Brien, Bonnie Kennedy, Joan Herzing and Brian Eggert. Trophies sponsored by the Monroe County Tourist Development Council, the Florida Keys Fishing Tournaments and cash prizes were awarded to: (Top Lady Trophy was also sponsored by Twin Peaks Insurance) Open Division: anglers in this division)Place Name Weight/$Prize Boat Name1st Randy Sterling Sr. Key West, FL 44.80 $10,000 Reel Conch2nd Wayne Burri, Big Pine Key, FL 41.05 $ 2,000 Doubled Up3rd Darren Threlkeld, Ramrod Key, FL 35.40 $ 1,000 Strike Force 4th Joe Yarborough, Tampa, FL 33.60 $ 500 On The FlyFIN-NOR SLD 25 Combo and FIN-NOR SLD 20 Combo’s sponsored by Cudjoe Sales Fishermen’s Warehouse and Trophies were awarded to: Youth DivisionPlaceName Weight Boat Name1st Taylor Williams, Venice, FL 22.05 Sand Shaker2nd Grant Messenger, Thompson, GA 21.90 Gas Passer3rd Jayce Howell, Naples, FL 20.95 Gator DoneTop Lady Angler Name Weight/$Prize Boat NameNicole Butnaru, Summerland Key, Fl 30.85 $500 Step LivelySpecial AwardsSHIMANO SPHEROS/TEREZ COMBO’S donated by Cudjoe Sales Fishermen’s Warehouse were awarded to Donnie Roberts of Marathon Florida fishing aboard the It’s On for catching a 15 pound Tuna and to Misty Matthews of Lake Placid, Florida fishing aboard the Reel Lite for bringing in a 22 pound Wahoo. It was announced the 19th Annual Big Pine & Lower Keys Dolphin Tournament will be held June 8th, 9th, & 10th, 2012. Lower Keys Chamber of CommercePO Box 430511Big Pine Key, Florida 33043305-872-2411 Fax: 305-872-0752Email: officeassist@lowerkeyschamber.comWebsite: www.lowerkeyschamber.com
Homestead Community Concerts is celebrating its 36th season with four great shows for just $50 for the entire season, $15 for full time students.Those who purchase season tickets before June 1 will receive a complimentary bonus ticket to use for a family member, friend or neighbor.
The 2011-2012 Season kicks off on at 7:30 pm on Saturday December 3, 2011 with a holiday show, Simply Sinatra Christmas with pops sensation Steve Lippia and his Big Band.Steve will present popular Christmas songs along with some of the most popular numbers performed by Frank Sinatra.Only a big band can provide this wonderful blend of holiday cheer and swing standards with an energetic flair.
Three Men and a Maestro will follow at 7:30 pm on Friday January 6, 2012.A rip-roaring acoustic “fun arts” foursome will charm and dazzle you with a highly energized fusion of pop, jazz, ethnic, classical, bluegrass and Broadway tunes.Be prepared for an evening of “hot licks,” poignant melodies, sizzling arrangements, drama, whimsicality and a sprinkling of comedy.Simply put, Three Men and a Maestro offers a decadent smorgasbord of masterfully played music, unexpected surprises and pure exhilaration.
An American Portrait from a Nation’s Heart at 2:30 pm on Sunday February 5 will celebrate two centuries of American milestones as our country’s story is told through the songs that united and inspired its people.Listen to the joy of America awakening to a newfound independence; the laments that expressed our pain; the battle cries that tore us apart; the inspirational songs that reconciled us.Visit our nation’s diverse regions through the music that capturers their essence.And regale in pure patriotism as America’s most beloved anthems are performed with eloquence and majesty.An American Portrait comes alive through the legendary pianism of Mac Frampton and the powerful voices of Sam Hagen and Dawn Marie.
Ed Calle, Jazz Saxophonist and his band will conclude the season at 7:30 pm on Saturday March 10.Ed has recorded with many of the greats of the Latin music world.Ed’s solo recording, In The Zone, was nominated for a Latin Grammy for Best Instrumental Record.It featured Ed’s original composition Mockingbird Voyager. He is an Associate Professor of Music, Business and Technology at MiamiDadeCollege.He has completed all of the coursework for a Doctor of Higher Education Leadership degree at NovaSouthEasternUniversity.
All performances are at the new, comfortable and technically advanced South Dade High Auditorium at 28401 SW 167th Avenue. The auditorium has excellent handicap access.Assistance is available at the door.Ample free parking is available.For more information go to www.homestead.concerts.com or call 305-235-8818 or 305-253-6620.
The 2010-2011 Season is presented with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Mayor, and the Miami-Dade County Board of CountyCommissioners.
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