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Pet Pictures with Santa

[caption id="attachment_38744" align="aligncenter" width="951"] Mrs. Claus (Cindy McCausland) and ‘Bight Before Christmas’ founder and event emcee Tom Stroh chat up the crowd during the Pet Pictures with Santa event at the Key West Bight Marina. PHOTOS BY: CAROL TEDESCO[/caption] [caption id="attachment_38745" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Canines Franki, a 3-year-old Lab-Aussiedoodle mix, and Dottie, a 3-year-old Australian shepherd,...... READ MORE >

The Lighting of the Bight

[caption id="attachment_38747" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Holiday revelers surround a fishing buoy-themed Christmas tree as it is illuminated for the first time of the season during Wednesday evening’s official lighting of the Key West Historic Seaport “Harbor Walk of Lights.” The ceremonial Thanksgiving Eve lighting of the Seaport’s trees, ships, shops, restaurants and watering holes marks the...... READ MORE >

Wesley House Family Services “BeLighted Bike Ride”

[caption id="attachment_38751" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] David and Sophia Hutchinson travel down Duval Street in Key West during the Wesley House Family Services “BeLighted Bike Ride.” Organizers report that an estimated 3,500-4,000 participants joined in the rolling revelry that raises holiday spirits along with money to support the nonprofit Wesley House organization and its mission. PHOTOS BY:...... READ MORE >

Oceanfront retreat

Welcome to Ocean Oasis, a private oceanfront estate with a sandy beach, plus a pool, outdoor bar and a hammock retreat where you may enjoy rocking your cares away under the coconut palms while gazing at the ever-changing ocean colors. The perfect setting for unforgettable celebrations, romantic getaways, or family gatherings, the Islamorada Beach House residence, at 75831 Overseas Highway,... READ MORE >

A CLEAR FAVORITE – COAST festival returns to Fort East Martello with local and national music acts

                        The locally envisioned and national headliner music festival COAST Is Clear returns for its annual programing. The series of concerts and art events, largely hosted at Fort East Martello, continues its partnership with Key West Art & Historical Society. The name of the festival – COAST Is Clear... READ MORE >

Spotlight on the Key West Film Festival

The Key West Film Festival returns for its annual celebration of some of this season’s best movies. The weeklong action takes attendees across venues, including the San Carlos Institute, Williams Hall and The Studios of Key West for heavy hitting titles such as “Glass Onion,” “The Inspector” and “Talking Women.” The festival continues through Nov. 20. Michael Tuckman, of mTuckman... READ MORE >

OFF OFF DUVAL

The most traveled and visible street in Key West is only the beginning, the surface, of what the town has to offer. It’s a fun place to party. But ask locals about their favorite spots or stroll through quiet neighborhoods and down alleyways off Duval, and you’ll begin to dive deeper into the quieter, more diverse and less readily apparent... READ MORE >

Tournament fishing for anglers

Forty-six qualifying species to target, divisions for anglers ranging from young children to seniors, challenging competition and opportunities for both offshore and inshore fishing await participants in the landmark Key West Fishing Tournament. The eight-month tournament is to begin Dec. 1 and continue through July 31. With a history that spans more than five decades, the multi-divisional – free-entry event... READ MORE >

Registration open for 2022 5K Rudolph Red Nose Run

Get ready to run this December. Don your festive holiday jammies and join in the 14th A Positive Step 5K Rudolph Red Nose Run, taking place Saturday, Dec. 17, starting and ending at the Southernmost Beach Café, 1405 Duval St., Key West. Race day check-in starts at 7 a.m. with an 8 a.m. start time. After the race, there will... READ MORE >

Presidential descendants to participate in forum

The Key West Harry S. Truman Foundation, in partnership with The Society of Presidential Descendants, will host a series of special events to be held in celebration of Presidents’ Day Weekend, Friday, Feb. 17, through Monday, Feb. 20. Centerpiece of the eventnt is a Saturday, Feb. 18, forum featuring an assemblage of presidential descendants who will discusss aspects of “American... READ MORE >