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Sister Season Celebrates Their 14th Anniversary at The Blue Room Florida Keys 3-7 • Upper Keys 8-13 • What's Happening 14 • Real Estate 26 Photo: Guy DeBoer • Cover: JT Thompson LETTER TO THE EDITOR Unamerican and Undemocratic
BY ROGER C. KOSTMAYER - and this isn’t the first unAmerican, undemocrat- time for either ruler. A ic and dumb. srael barred two US healthy non-political and The good news is the im- Ibrown skin Democrat- non-partisan relationship mediate and bipartisan out- ic Congresswomen from between these two close rage and criticism in both entering their country allies is essential for both, nations -from Americans, because an American and this episode is a vio- Israelis and the American President said it would lation. Jewish community. Inse- be “weak” to allow his The corrupt political cure autocrats and dictators political rivals in. Using leader of each of these two are afraid of free speech, Coke Florida continues to support Wesley House Family Services partisan domestic poli- democracies violated prec- open debate and criticism; donating back to school supplies and backpacks. Pictured Wes- tics, in both countries, edent, tradition, diploma- democracies welcome them ley House staff and caseworkers of the Key West office with Yordi Bastista (far left),Territory General Manager for Coke .Wesley House to sully democratic and cy and the welfare of their as opportunities to im- Family Services mission is to promote and enhance the safety , diplomatic principles, is countries, for political prove, educate, persuade well-being and development of children by educating, supporting a dangerous precedent gain. Their actions were and develop concensus. n and meeting the needs of families throughout the Florida Keys.
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Public-private partnership looks to to clean up “worse areas” in Key West
BY PRU SOWERS the first to be tackled by a private-pub- KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER lic partnership between residents, the business committee and city staff. uoyed by the success “We all have to take responsibil- Bof a street sign re- ity when it comes to how our town painting project led by volunteers and is maintained,” said Kim Romano, assisted by city staff, Key West Mayor executive assistant to Mayor Johnston Teri Johnston has created a Mayor’s and city commissioners, who helped Beautification Committee to identify organize the trolley tour. “We need 10 “hot spots” around town that need help from citizens. And we hope the cleaning, landscaping or other types of businesses will help out for projects improvement. along Duval Street.” About 25 members of the commit- Some of the areas that committee tee took a trolley ride around the city members asked to be considered are Aug. 15 to look at several of the loca- no surprise, including Mallory Square tions they had identified as needing the and the Triangle entrance into Key most help. Committee members will West, both looking unkept and unwel- now pick their top three projects to Several of the Key West City staffers and business owners who went on prioritize a list of locations that will be the “10 Hot Spot” trolley tour Aug. 15. Photo courtesy Kim Romano XX Continued on page 4
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3 www.konklife.com • AUGUST 22-28, 2019 a u g u s t 22 - 28, 2 0 1 9 KEYS NEWS Published Weekly Vol. 9 No. 86
PUBLISHER/EDITOR Guy deBoer
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PIXEL WRANGLER JT Thompson CONTRIBUTORS Jeff Johnson & Paula Forman Short Answers Womankind Medical Director Dr. Kris Kennedy recently spent five days in Ocho Rios, Jamaica Ian Brockway with United for Hope Foundation, offering free school physicals and generalmedical and gyne- Tropic Sprockets cological care to residents without or unable to afford healthcare. “Conditions are difficult but Tammy Fox-Royer very rewarding,” she says. “Today, there was no running water or electricity. I never appreciate Florida Keys SPCA being an American more than when I do a mission trip.” Womankind also promotes affordable Sylvia Bogart healthcare for all at its non-profit medical center in Key West. Astrologically Yours Joanna Brady Public-private... Hall staffers, including Assistant ties are sprucing up the Triangle, Reviewer XX Continued from page 3 City Manager Greg Veliz. John- including installing a “welcome SUMMER INTERN ston said the goal is to create a message” for people driving onto Emily Bracher coming. But there is a plethora of “better, cleaner community.” the island; adding more landscap- other suggestions, as well, such “I have a list of about 30 proj- ing to Mallory Square; and plant- ADVERTISING as landscaping the median along ects. But it shouldn’t be me that ing salt-tolerant foliage on both Jose DeLaRosa – 585.203.5156 Flagler Avenue, power-wash- decides. It should be the com- sides of the street surrounding the Ashley Williamson – 410.999.4917 munity,” she said, adding, “Peo- Southernmost Point buoy. 305.296.1630 ing sidewalks on Duval Street, picking up garbage around the ple really do want to contribute. “Let’s look at the issue of Advertising Deadline Every Friday pedestrian bridge across the 9th They want to help.” maintenance. You can do these PRINT-READY advertising materials due by Street canal, excessive signage The next step will be for the beautiful gardens and beautiful Friday every week for next issue of KONK Life. Beautification Committee to pri- spaces but you have to maintain Ad Dimensions around town, and reducing the Horizontal and Vertical: 491 newspaper stands currently oritize the multiple “hot spot” them,” Fernandez said. “It’s for us Full, 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/8 page, bizcard on Duval. suggestions, including planning to do the job. We can’t continue Ad Submissions “The police told us people are and possible sources for funding. to throw this back in [the city’s] JPG, TIFF, PDF — digital formats only The city will contribute what it lap. They have limitations.” Send to [email protected] using them as coolers. They put ice and beer in them at night. Isn’t can in terms of money and staff Romano agreed. CIRCULATION that ridiculous,” Romano said. but Johnston is also hoping for “The complaint we hear is, ‘we Kavon Desilus ASSISTANT The Beautification Commit- grants and contributions from pay taxes. Why isn’t the city doing Ben Neff ASSISTANT tee came out of an idea present- local business owners. George this?’ But there’s just never enough KONK Life is published weekly by KONK ed to Johnston by former Fan- Fernandez, a committee mem- staff to do everything that has to Communications Network in Key West, Fla. tasy Fest King Stephen Sunday, ber and chief operating officer of be done. They can’t be everywhere Editorial materials may not be reproduced who led a similar public-private the Key West Butterfly & Nature all the time. It has to be a pub- without written permission from the network. partnership in Palm Beach, Fla. Conservatory, said he is willing lic-private partnership,” she said. KONK Communications Network Sunday is the chairman of the to pitch in and that he and other “It’s our chance to shine,” (305) 296-1630 • Key West, Florida new committee and was on the business owners need to take re- Fernandez said. “Let’s not drop www.konklife.com trolley tour. So were several City sponsibility. His top three priori- the ball.” n 4 www.konklife.com • AUGUST 22-28, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS Womankind Big Top Bash fundraiser seeks artist amBRAsaddors to make decorated bras for annual BraZaar auction Key West, Aug 12 down the three-ringed catwalk Thurs- day, October 17 from 7pm-10pm at re you a glue-gun guru or an art- Key West Theater featuring a pre-auc- Aist with a knack for fashion? 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5 www.konklife.com • AUGUST 22-28, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS Key West Art & Historical Society Summer Film Series Presents Chico & Rita at Tropic Cinema n Tuesday, August 27 at 6:30pm, a wildly infectious score into a sim- OKey West Art & Historical So- ple yet affecting love story,” “Chico ciety will offer the 2012 Oscar-nom- & Rita” is part of the Society’s “Art & inated animated film “Chico & Rita” Artists” summer film series. – a story that illuminates a journey of “Our closest neighbor has impacted the culture, the people, and the music the Keys for generations, and the mu- that has influenced the world—at the sic tells the story that holds a mirror Tropic Cinema, 416 Eaton Street. and the eternal hope of restoring and Oscar®-winning director Fernando renewing our relationships,” says Mi- Trueba (Belle Epoque, Calle 54) and chael Shields, Society board member Spain’s legendary illustrator Javier and initiator of the new program. Mariscal celebrate their passion for the Films to follow are: “Kevin Roche: music and culture of Cuba with an epic The Quiet Architect” (September 10), story of love, passion, and heartbreak. and “Russian Ark,” a film that moves Set in 1948, the film features Chico— Award-winning animated film “Chico & Rita” will be shown at the Tropic through 33 rooms of St. Petersburg’s a young piano player with big dreams, Cinema, Tuesday, August 27 at 6:30pm as part of Key West Art & Histori- Hermitage Museum in a single, un- and Rita— a beautiful singer with an cal Society’s “Art & Artists” summer film series. broken steadicam shot (September extraordinary voice. Music and desire gas. The film captures a defining mo- Dizzy Gillespie, Woody Herman, Tito 24). Tickets are $10 and can be pur- unite them as they chase their dreams ment in the evolution of history and Puente, Chano Pozo, and others. chased at TropicCinema.com. For and each other from Havana to New jazz, featuring the music of Thelonious Praised by the Miami Herald as a more information, visit kwahs.org, York to Paris, Hollywood and Las Ve- Monk, Charlie Parker, Cole Porter, film that “melds dazzling visuals and click “Tickets.” n KWAHS celebrates the plein air watercolors
ey West Art & Historical Society celebrates Kthe plein air watercolors of Martha Wat- son Sauer in a solo exhibit which opens with a special reception on Friday, August 23 from 6:00pm -7:00pm and runs through November 10, 2019 in the Bumpus Gallery at the Custom House Museum, 281 Front Street. Surround- ings: Watercolors by Martha Watson Sauer pays tribute to more than half a century of the art- ist’s work, which also incorporates her personal effects and sketchbooks. For more information call Cori Convertito, Ph.D., at 305-295-6616 x112, email her at cconvertitofarrar@kwahs. org, or visit kwahs.org. Your Museums. Your Community. It Takes an Island. (Image courtesy Key West Art & Historical Society) n
6 www.konklife.com • AUGUST 22-28, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS KWAHS’s Parent and Me Fort Adventures happen at Fort East Martello Tuesdays and Thursdays Key West, Aug 14 S. Roosevelt Blvd., offered on Tues- cation program celebrates hands-on, glish as a Foreign Language (TEFL) day and Thursday mornings from inquiry-based learning while inviting and TESOL (Teachers of English egistration is open for this season’s 10:00am – 11:30am by Key West Art children and parents to explore the to Speakers of Other Languages) at RParent and Me Fort Adventure & Historical Society. Led by educator Fort and its artifacts, dioramas, and UCLA, and then received her teach- classes at Fort East Martello, 3501 Linda Stolze, the toddler-centric edu- immersive exhibits. ing credentials in Special Education, Each week, this fun and edu- K-12 from California State Universi- cational class focuses on specific ty at Northridge. themes that include art, science, Children will also be able to enjoy math, and building. Following a the Imagination Playground, water playful group circle time that pro- play, and story time in the spectacular motes creativity, sensory exploration setting of the Martello tower. and problem solving, Ms. Linda will Classes are free for Key West Art & fill the morning with engaging ac- Historical Society members; suggest- tivities. Stolz received her BS from ed donation for non-members. For Murray State University in Kentucky more information visit kwahs.org or with a degree in PR and Equine Sci- contact Kim Livingston at 305-295- ence, was certified for Teaching En- 6616 extension 115. n
Children examine flowers, a word that starts with the letter “F,” held by Your educator Linda Stolze during a previous Key West Art & Historical Soci- ety Parent and Me Fort Adventures class. Fort Adventures, for children LOCAL aged 0-6, take place at Fort East Martello every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 to 11:30AM through May. Keys Gas Distributor! Commissioner Heather Carruthers Reminds Parents of Free Pre- • Competitive Pricing! Kindergarten for All 4-Year-Olds • Never any Hidden Fees! Monroe County need to be 4 years old before September 1, 2019. Five-year-olds can also qualify. onroe County Commissioner “We need every parent in Monroe • Switching to COMO MHeather Carruthers reminds County to apply,” said Carruthers, who will not cost you a penny! all parents in Monroe County that has a goal of registering 100 percent of they can enroll their 4-year-old in in eligible children. “With 24 schools, a free pre-kindergarten program. The parents have convenient choices.” • We Look Forward To program is still accepting students Carruthers, a board member of the Earning Your Business! through the end of August. Early Learning Coalition, emphasized There are 24 licensed schools (305) 296-2848 • ComoKeys.com • 1109 Eaton St. XX Continued on page 12 throughout Monroe County. Children
7 www.konklife.com • AUGUST 22-28, 2019 UPPER KEYS Three community orientation meetings scheduled for 2020 census ‘The Keys Count’ Monroe County, FL Sept 4: Marathon Government Census. The County invites anyone in tation, federal funding, community Center from 10 a.m. to noon a position to share information with funding opportunities, and more.” Sept 5: Key West City Hall from 2 their community, membership, or con- The 2020 Census counts every person to 4 p.m. stituency to attend the meeting to learn living in the United States – once and in The three meeting presentations more about the Countywide “The Keys the right place on April 1, 2020. House- will be identical and are open to the Count” program. Attendees will hear di- holds will receive an invitation to partici- public. The purpose of the meeting rectly from the Census Bureau regional pate in the Census, then residents can re- is to provide information about “The trainers, will be able to pick up Census spond online, by phone, or by mail. This Keys Count” campaign and 2020 Cen- 2020 promotional materials, and are in- is the first-time online responses will be sus process to community leaders and vited to brainstorm ideas for ensuring a used. If you live in the United States, you onroe County has scheduled advocates, directors of organizations complete count in Monroe County. are required by law to participate in the Mthree community orientation or associations, organizers of groups, “This Countywide effort will bring official count. The census is mandated meetings for the 2020 Census. The and any member of the public who is awareness with hopes to increase par- by the Constitution and has counted the dates and locations are: interested in the 2020 census. ticipation in the 2020 Census among population every 10 years since 1790. Sept 3: Key Largo at the Murray “The Keys Count” campaign is in- Monroe County residents,” said Kim- For more information on the 2020 Nelson Government Center from 1 tended to ensure a complete count of all berly Matthews, Sr. Director of Stra- Census, contact Matthews at 305-587- to 3 p.m. residents of Monroe County in the 2020 tegic Planning, who will be coordinat- 3683 or email Matthews-kimberly@ ing the local efforts. “A complete and monroecounty-fl.gov, or visit www. accurate count is critical, because the monroecounty-fl.gov/2020census or results affect congressional represen- www.2020census.gov. n
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8 www.konklife.com • AUGUST 22-28, 2019 UPPER KEYS Key Largo II Roadway and drainage project complete, on time and under budget
Key Largo, FL County, which was reviewed and ap- proved by the construction engineer- he Key Largo II Roadway and ing and inspection consultant and TDrainage Improvement Project the design engineer firm, eliminating (Bay Harbor, Sunset Point, Sunrise road crossings of pipe infrastructure Point, Lime Grove Estates and Rays where possible. Cuda Canal subdivisions) is com- Additionally, prior to construction plete and under budget. The proj- commencement, the County’s project ect included the installation of 36 manager drove the project limits after drainage structures and reconstruc- a significant amount of rainfall and tion or milling and resurfacing of made some suggested adjustments to 14,870 linear feet of roadway. Based drain locations. on available sea level rise data, the The project was grant funded by a design included reconstructing and Florida Department of Transporta- raising several roads. tion Small County Outreach Program The contractor suggested a value grant and a South Florida Water Man- The Lime Grove Estates subdivision roadway and drainage project in Key engineering drainage layout to the Largo was recently completed with grant funding. agement District grant. n
9 www.konklife.com • AUGUST 22-28, 2019 UPPER KEYS Assistant County Attorney Peter Morris Earns Board Certification Status
Key West, FL yer must have substantial involvement, 40 percent or more, in the practice of he Florida Bar re- city, county, and local government law Tcently informed As- during the three prior years to applica- sistant County Attorney tion. Morris passed peer review, a com- Peter H. Morris that he prehensive written examination, and met the requirements to completed 60 hours of continuing legal become Board Certified as a specialist education in the field. in City, County, and Local Government Morris joined the County Attor- Law. Morris earned this distinction af- ney’s Office in 2013 and represents the ter passing a rigorous vetting process. County’s planning and environmental “From the moment Peter joined the resources, code compliance, and build- office, we knew he was destined to earn ing departments. Morris received his this distinction,” said County Attorney Master of Laws degree in Environmen- Bob Shillinger. “He is a brilliant and tal and Land Use Law at the University thoughtful attorney who recognizes the of Florida in 2012 and his Juris Doctor virtue of public service. We are fortu- degree at Loyola University New Or- nate to have him as a colleague.” leans College of Law in 2011. He also City, County, and Local Government holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Law is the practice of law dealing with Wake Forest University. Morris joins the legal issues of county, municipal, or seven attorneys with the designation in other local governments. To become the County Attorney’s Office and 291 Board-certified, a lawyer must be a attorneys statewide. member in good standing of The Flor- Morris lives in Key Largo with his ida Bar and must have practiced law wife, Anjana, and one-year-old daugh- for at least five years. To apply, a law- ter, Asha. n 10 www.konklife.com • AUGUST 22-28, 2019 UPPER KEYS County Administrator Roman Gastesi Seeks to Renew Contract with County through Oct. 18, 2024
Monroe County, FL acquiring sensitive land, and vessel –– Senior Nutrition Center loaf Station pump outs –– Continuing to enhance pub- ǹǹ Tavernier Fire Station ren- onroe County Administrator • Acquisition of initial funding for lic safely with additional fire ovations MRoman Gastesi would like to the Cudjoe Regional Wastewater station development and fire ǹǹ Purchasing land for a fu- commit five more years to Monroe System - $30 million grant funded safety positions for Monroe ture Layton Fire Station County before retirement and seeks to • Acquisition of initial funding for County Fire Rescue: ǹǹ Enhancements to commu- renew his contract with the Board of the Islamorada Wastewater System ǹǹ New state-of-the-art Joe nity parks, recreational, County Commissioners through Oct. - $20 million grant funded London Fire Academy and and cultural sites: started in-house training ǹǹ Rowell’s Waterfront Park 18, 2024. His current contract expires • Completion of the Countywide program “Hot Shots” in Key Largo May 11, 2020. central wastewater systems ǹǹ Conch Key renovation and ǹǹ Higgs Beach in Key West Gastesi started with Monroe Coun- • Agreement with FDOT and Mar- enhancement ǹǹ Big Pine Key Swimming ty in May 2008 after serving as Re- athon to refurbish the Old Seven ǹǹ New Stock Island Station Hole gional Director of South Florida Wa- Mile Bridge, including funding ǹǹ New Big Pine Key Fire ǹǹ Lower Keys Scenic Viewing ter Management District for five years from FDOT to replace the ramp Station Area and Nature Center and various positions at Miami-Dade to Pigeon Key ǹǹ New Cudjoe Key Station County for 15 years. • Elimination of the downstairs en- ǹǹ Improvements at Sugar- XX Continued on page 12 “Working for the citizens of Monroe closure pilot program County at the pleasure of the Board of • Federal and State level collabora- County Commissioners has been one tion for canal restoration of the highlights of my career, and I • Hurricane Irma recovery, includ- look forward to spending the next five ing $49 million Federal grant for years before my retirement committed marine debris cleanup projects to the continued success of Monroe throughout the Florida Keys. County,” said Gastesi. • Brought Trauma Star in-house, Monroe County staff say he stream- waiving balance billing to Monroe lined Monroe County when he was County residents so they do not hired 11 years ago and put together receive a bill for service. a motivated and professional senior • Extension of the Infrastructure management team to help him over- Sales Surtax through 2033, which see the County’s 22 departments and keeps property taxes lower and approximately 560 employees. It was supports an ongoing ambitious also highlighted that Gastesi continues capital project agenda. Capital to encourage forward-thinking from projects include: his employees and stimulates an inter- –– Emergency Operations Center, esting workplace. entirely funded with FDOT, Following the leadership of the legislative appropriation funds, Board of County Commissioners and and federal Hazard Mitigations Monroe County’s dedicated staff, he Grant Program funds) has advanced the County’s presence at –– Plantation Key Courthouse State and Federal levels. Accomplish- and Detention Complex ments include: –– Monroe County Public Li- • Yearly State Funding for the Flor- brary Marathon Branch and ida Keys Environmental Steward- Adult Education Center ship Act - $25 million for water –– New Public Defender Office quality projects, canal restoration, Building Purchase
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County Administrator... Commissioner Heather... secure their preferred school. attentive and to follow direc- XX Continued from page 11 XX Continued from page 7 Florida is one of only three states tions emerges in the early years. ǹǹ Pigeon Key facility improvements that offer free pre-kindergarten. Structured early learning fosters ǹǹ East and West Martello museum repairs the importance of an early start For more information, visit these abilities for later success in ǹǹ Two sea level rise road elevation projects in in preparing children to succeed www.VPKhelp.org for a list of school and in life. Key Largo and Big Pine Key later in school and in life. participating schools, contact Pre-k prepares children to be ǹǹ Four roadway drainage projects in Stock Is- “The program gives children one of the participating schools, ready for school. Children who land, Key West, Big Pine Key and Key Largo a jump start to their education, or call the Early Learning Coali- participate in high-quality early ǹǹ Three bridge replacement projects on Duck enhancing their reading, writ- tion at 305-296-5557. childhood education programs Key and Sugarloaf Key ing, and math skills and giving According to the Early Learn- develop better language skills, ǹǹ Overseas Heritage Trail to connect Cudjoe them an opportunity to be in ing Coalition, benefits of early score higher in school-readiness Gardens subdivision a classroom setting to develop education and the pre-kinder- tests and have better social skills If the Board of County Commissioners extend his their social skills,” said Car- garten program include: and fewer behavioral problems contract at the Aug. 21 meeting, Gastesi plans to move ruthers, who is a mother to two The most important growth once they enter school. They are into the Florida Retirement System’s Deferred Retire- young children and knows the and development in the brain also better prepared for kinder- ment Options Program (DROP), a pension plan where importance of early education. happens by the age of five. garten, especially in the areas of he can continue to work while his earned pension is de- Some programs fill up quick- The early years are the learn- pre-reading, pre-math and so- posited into a savings account for up to five years. n ly, so parents should act now to ing years. A child’s ability to be cial skills.n
12 www.konklife.com • AUGUST 22-28, 2019 UPPER KEYS Jethon Williams named Monroe County employee of the second quarter for exceeding job expectations to county departments
Monroe County, FL Williams just celebrated his tenth anniversary with the County and is ethon Williams, Monroe County’s also responsible for launching the JTV and Multimedia Manager in County’s new web streaming and Information Technology, was named on-demand portal at www.monroe- MonroeCounty’s 2019 Employee of county-fl.gov/mctv. the Second Quarter for his noteworthy He also completed retrofitting two performance that exceeds normal job of the three Board of County Commis- expectations. sioners chambers to broadcast in high Williams was nominated for the definition. award due to his assistance in the cre- “Jethon has a can-do attitude no ation of time saving on-boarding vid- matter what the task,” said Monroe eos for new hire orientation. County Administrator Roman Gaste- “New employees can now get up to si. “We are pleased he was nominated speed quickly, rather than having to wait for this deserving title.” until the next scheduled orientation,” Williams will receive recognition said Bryan Cook, Director of Employ- at an upcoming Board of County ee Services. “These videos will be readi- Commissioners monthly meeting. ly available to hiring managers and will Other employees who received nom- save time for the Employee Services De- inations for Employee of the Sec- partment and County Attorney’s office.” ond Quarter for their outstanding Williams created a green-screen service to the County were Lindsey room for the recording of the presen- Ballard, Nicole Petrick, Steve Sand- tations, then produced and edited the ers, Leonardo Cabrera, Teresa Dal- videos and added graphics and closed lao, Michelle Yzenas, and Michaela captioning. Manning. n
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Saturday 08/26 Friday 08/23 Daniel Ethridge 5pm Breath Saloon Piano Bar Happy Hour with Karen im Carter returns to the late-night are looking forward to playing selections Saturday 08/27 Hiens 5:30-7:30 Tshift spot, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. on the for their Key West friends and fans. Tim outdoor stage at the Hog’s Breath Sa- is just back from a European tour. Daniel Ethridge 5pm Ericson Holt 8-11 Elmore’s Revenge 9pm loon, 400 Front St., Aug. 26 – Sept. 1. Stop by, and hear why the band makes Tim Carter bring an eclectic sound new fans no matter what shift they play to the Hog, including rock, folk, blues, at the Hog’s Breath Saloon. For more in- Saturday 08/28 Saturday 08/24 country, and bluegrass. Tim & his band formation, call 296-4222. n Daniel Ethridge 5pm Piano Bar Happy Hour James Caffeine Carl & The Buzz 9:00pm King 5:30-7:30 Ericson Holt 8-11 The Green Room 501 Greene St., 741-7300 thegreenroomkeywest.com Sunday 08/25 Gourmet Nibbles n Bilingual Spanish Piano Bar Saturday 08/24 Happy Hour Annie Mayo & Flowers DJ PRIMETIME 5:30-7:30 6:00 am - 12:00 pm Barry Cuda & The Sharks 8-11 Wednesday 08/28 HADEN CARPENTER AND Monday 08/26 NICK BROWNELL Sing-A-Long Piano Bar Happy 12:00 am - 3:00 am Hour with Malathi 5:30-7:30 Bottlecap / Blue Room Little Room Jazz Jam Hosted by 1128 Simonton St., Peter Diamond 8-11 (305) 296-2807 bottlecapkeywest.com n Tuesday 08/27 Piano Bar Happy Hour with Coffee Thursdays-Fridays 7:30pm Butler 5:30-7:30 Professional Standup Comedy— Bluesday Tuesday with Larry doors open 7:30pm. Baeder 8-11 Blue Room available for private parties ving You With P Wednesday 08/28 Ser ri Little Room Jazz Club de! 821 Duval Street, Key West Piano Bar Happy Hour with 305-294-5212 FL 33040 Karen Hiens www.GourmetNibblesandBaskets.com littleroomjazzclub.com 5:30-7:30 917 Frances St. Key West n Chris Burchard & Company 8-11
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into her iPhone constantly. Her hus- tor has opted for the slapstick with Packs of racist boys attack him. band (Billy Crudup) has the person- Blanchett ripping a floor apart and a One day, a cheerful boy, Roops ality of a piece of plastic. Bernadette house filling with cascades of mud. (Aaron Phagura), sees his melancho- spends her time dismantling the Linklater, a master of microscopic re- lia and gives him a two cassettes of carpet and planting vines inside the lationships usually directs with such care, Springsteen, telling him The Boss will house. but for those looking for a classic from change his life. Kristen Wiig plays an uptight the Texan auteur, this is a misfire. n Javed is skeptical. During a family WASP who is outraged by Bernadette’s argument, Javid despairs. He rips up Where’d You Go, curmudgeonly behavior. Wiig scowls Blinded by the his poetry during a rainstorm. Javed and stumbles, employing a bit role presses play on his Walkman and a right out of SNL. Bernadette? Light universe of possibility goes off inside Bernadette worries and winces. his head. She has no intention of going and Though the father (Kulvinder Ghir) then she does. Bernadette gets intox- is stereotypically drawn, the main ac- icated and sleeps on an office sofa in tors Kalra and Aaron Phagura hold the her parka. The only relationship of interest is film together. Both are entertaining Bee’s love for her mother. These ex- and effervescent. Hayley Atwill is solid changes have some heart. If the film had too, as the love interest, and character irector Richard Linklater is the king “ linded by the Light” by Gurinder strictly focused on mother and daugh- actor Rob Brydon (The Trip) gives an Dof small town quirk. He has the Chadha (Bend It Like Beckham) is ter, it would have been more successful. B amusing turn as an older Springsteen knack for revealing characters through based on the life of Sarfraz Manzoor, Instead, we have Kristin Wiig running aficionado. their conversation showing their charis- who has seen Bruce Springsteen 150 around, peering behind curtains while The charm of the film is in its easy ma and Idiosyncrasies. Linklater is espe- times. Springsteen is a spiritual mentor Bernadette’s husband reacts to every- tone and its light bearing. The visual- cially adept at focusing on adolescence of Manzoor’s. Though the film is pre- thing as if he has indigestion. ization of Springsteen’s lyrics as some- and the perils of the young adult. dictable and somewhat conventional Bernadette goes here and there try- thing both electric and avian, delivered This makes his new film “Where’d in its theme of parental authority, it is ing to make small talk and small jokes by meteorological trials of the heart, is You Go, Bernadette?” an underwhelm- bouncy and vivid with a festive heart. but there is no pathos or intrigue. Ev- charming and evocative and the best ing experience despite the solid acting Javed (Viveik Kalra) is a loner in Lu- erything is low key with little fun or aspect of the film. of Cate Blanchett. ton, England in the 1980s. Margaret humor. Billy Crudup is either mono- The story focuses on a mentally Thatcher rules the roost and things are Though “Blinded by the Light” is tone or snide as a software pioneer and troubled architect, Bernadette Fox, extremely conservative. Musically The a bit Disneyfied in its feel-good tone it is a mystery to me that he ever had Pet Shop Boys and The Human League (there is an all too sentimental mon- and her family life. But instead of tak- any love for Bernadette at all. are popular. Javed writes constantly in tage of everyone dancing in the street) ing his time as Linklater usually does, Father and daughter follow a wink- tune with his feelings. As they are from it points to the very real potential of he opts for a silly tone and easy clichés ing wayward mom to world’s end but music to change human rhythms which makes the film feel staid in the the pacing is in a sluggish second gear. Pakistan, Javed’s father wants to ensure pointing to other cultures and perspec- mode of a TV movie. The cold fish husband is moved to his son has a respectable job, latching tives. In our current xenophobic polit- Bernadette (Blanchett) has deep tears and the resolution is as tranquil on to the status quo. He urges him to ical climate where fear of immigration anxiety. Despite this, she promises and complacent as a Hallmark card. abandon writing. her daughter Bee (Emma Nelson) The problem with “Where’d You But Javed cannot. He journeys is transmitted in our news outlets in- a trip to Antarctica during Winter Go, Bernadette?” is that it is neither through high school like one strick- cessantly, this cannot be understated. break. Though she adores Bee, she madcap (as the material suggests) or en. Because he lives in his head, he Music (and by extension, film) is frets about going. She hordes med- serious, but merely flat. The normal- doesn’t quite fit in, but he’s cute and the great equalizer. n ication and makes faces, speaking ly meticulous and provocative direc- approachable. Write Ian at [email protected]
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guitar riff. Insistent drum strikes. The A inevitable amplifier feedback. The Royal Campaign of FANTASY FEST just got a bit louder…a bit faster…as 2019’s potential King of Swing, Queen of Soul and the Dukettes get themselves performance-ready for their late August debut. Beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday, August 23rd, at The Southernmost House, 1400 Duval, the evening’s poolside party will be the official blast of who in the Keys community is deter- “We never know quite what to expect when mined to become FANTASY FEST Royalty. our Candidates take the stage,” stated Elwell. With the Atlantic surf as their soundtrack and Too, Royal Purveyors will be on-hand. a sky going South Florida violet as their backdrop, Jeff Woessner, owner of Jeff’s Gems, will pres- reigning Queen Bernadette Restivo and King ent The Royal Rings. Crowns are designed and Larry Blackburn will preside, as A.H. of Monroe provided by Neptune Designs, owned and op- County, Inc. (AH) Board President Christopher erated by Jay and Carmenza Pfahl. Intended for Elwell will offer other introductions. “less formal” events through the year, The Roy- “We have 4 incredibly unique individuals al Sashes are donated by Fantasy FestQueens ‘harmonizing’ this year”, noted AH Executive Ginger King and Meta ‘Fizz’ Retew and John Director Scott Pridgen. “Each is empathetic Nolte (in remembrance of former Kings Gregg and courageous…and each have a unique sto- McGrady and Jean-Claude Gosselin). King and ry, in their own casual words, to tell the public Queen Pins come from Bill Heller and Leigha about our mission of Health and Housing for Fox, both crowned in 2002. The Bitch Sisters everyone in the Keys. As our ambassadors, each (Scott Fuhriman and Kelly Summers) continue Candidates can alter the path of someone’s life: their 2001 tradition of bestowing Royal Scep- help avoid an HIV diagnosis…initiate conver- ters. Appliqued capes are gifted by Frank Ci- sations about prescribed prevention…and how calese (Fantasy Fest King 1995) and life partner our affordable housing initiatives are expand- Bob Conti. Royal Florist since 2008. Richard Maryland musician ing in 2020.” Dennison (the Duchess as Ms. D. of 2003) of “We also expect a lot of tweeting and tex- Gourmet Nibbles & Baskets supplies Kick-Off Oren Polak at the Hog’s ting…apps and e-mail blasts…radio and TV centerpieces and bouquets for the Coronation appearances…the methods Candidates can Ball. A ‘family award’ comes from J.T. Thomp- Breath Saloon use to communicate their individual messages son (of ‘One Human Family’ and Design Group aryland musician Oren Polak plays the Hog’s Breath is fairly limitless in 2019,” Elwell added. Key West), who invented the Duke and Duch- MSaloon, 400 Front St., mid-shift gig – 4:30 – 8:30 But first comes the Kick-Off song-and- ess plaque to be more inclusive and recognize p.m., Aug. 16 – Sept. 1. dance, produced by Nadene Grossman Orr, their selfless contribution. Duke and Duchess Fantasy Fest Queen 2003 and her team from Royal Sash purveyors are 2009 Duchess Stacy Polak is touring clubs along the Southeastern United We’ve Got The Keys, who also now oversee Stahl and the Dukes of that year, Mark Black- States and is looking forward to his gig at the Hog’s Breath Fantasy Fest itself. Saloon. Come in for happy hour and give Polak a return From a lottery held prior, home-grown en- XX Continued on page 24 welcome to Key West. n tertainment will be provided. 18 www.konklife.com • AUGUST 22-28, 2019 WHAT'S HAPPENING 2019 Womankind BraZaar live-auction Gala Fundraiser to feature bedazzling “Big Top” and circus-game motif The light-hearted and crowd-engaging event the nonprofit medical center advance helps raise awareness of breast health and its mission to provide breast cancer funds to support the nonprofit medical center screenings and exams to local women. advance its mission to provide breast cancer Since its inception in 2007, the fund- raiser has netted nearly $120,000 to screenings and exams to local women. help provide hundreds of women in tep right up to the greatest show West Theatre with a “Big Top Bash.” and libations and an online silent auc- need with free or affordable services. Son earth at Womankind’s annual This year’s high-flying fundraiser pres- tion of additional decorated bra de- Tickets are $30 for general admis- BraZaar gala fundraiser, a high-energy ents a Big Top motif, complete with a signs that launches Friday, October 11, sion and $50 for preferred seating and live auction featuring one-of-a-kind dazzling ringmaster of ceremonies, cir- to help insure you’ll be set for Fantasy can be purchased at thekeywesttheater. decorated bras modeled by Woman- cus-style performances, games played Fest celebrations the following week. com beginning August 15. 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19 www.konklife.com • AUGUST 22-28, 2019 I N T H E K E Y S F L O R I D A K E Y S S P C A Rescue Tail puppy number 6 came home for the first time. Their adorable young son was just Colt - The over a year old and this was his first Foster Failure puppy foster that he could interact with. Colt, a gorgeous blue pit bull type dog, bonded almost instantly BY TAMMY FOX-ROYER Executive Director Florida Keys SPCA to their child. They napped together, played together and everywhere their hen Rob and Beth first arrived son went, Colt was quick to trot along Wat our Marathon Campus three behind him. Although he was a puppy, years ago, they had just moved to the and a big puppy at that, he was always Florida Keys and wanted to volunteer. so gentle and patient with their son. It After attending our orientation, meet- didn’t take long to realize their bond ing with staff and touring the facility was for a lifetime. they had anticipated coming in often It’s always hard to lose a foster to help socialize, walk and bathe the family, but we couldn’t be more ex- dogs at the shelter. As time went on cited for Rob and Beth. Colt was and they started new jobs, eventually the perfect addition to their growing starting a family of their own, they family, and the bond between child weren’t able to spend as much time and dog is one of true innocence at the shelter but still wanted to give and beauty. Fostering is a wonderful back. Luckily our foster program is a way to give back to an animal shelter great way to give back, all from the by providing a homeless pet with a comfort of their own home! temporary home. We provide all the Rob and Beth became foster par- foster needs while the foster provides ents for puppies and helped socialize the love. From scared dogs to pup- scared new shelter pups with their two pies, seniors to special needs, we al- wonderful adult “Pitty” mixes. Over ways need fosters to help us spread the years there were so many won- their love and create space for more derful puppies that came into their pets that need us. To learn more lives, and it was tempting to adopt about becoming a foster contact me each adorable foster, but they knew if that needed them. Fostering can be foster they know that their mission at [email protected] or call 305- they adopted they wouldn’t have the hard, and it’s impossible not to fall in is to open their homes and hearts to 294-4857 for more information or room to keep fostering future puppies love, but for the dedicated few that many! That all changed shortly after visit us online at fkspca.org. n
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Leah Stockton, President of the United Way of the Florida Keys, The Florida Keys SPCA’s Tiffany Dunsmore gets an update at the August lun- gives the Key West Business Guild’s membership an update on the cheon of the Key West Business Guild. organization’s activities.
Marcia Peters and her furry pal Gibby came out to Support Samuel’s Spooky, a basett hound, was born on Halloween and is still in costume at Sam- House’s Fundraiser Yappy Hour at the Sidebar. uel House’s Yappy Hour fundraiser.
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Greg Dunbar, center, celebrated his 75th birthday with family and Key West Friends at a catered party on Windsor Lane. Photo by Pete Arnow.
Key West Business Guild VP Chuck Licis, ED Kevin Theriault, and Volunteer Dorian Patton get ready for the opening event of the Tropi- cal Heat promotion at the Island House. Photo by Pete Arnow.
Mangoes Restaurant’s Carlos Sopo and Jack Dingeman get ready for their first Drag Brunch during the Tropical Heat promotion of the Key West Business Guild. Photo by Pete Arnow.
Sister Season’s Julie Hanson thanks Carolyn Sullivan for hosting the organiza- tion’s 14th Anniversary at the Blue Room of the Bottlecap. Photo by Pete Arnow
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23 www.konklife.com • AUGUST 22-28, 2019 WHAT'S HAPPENING Women’s March Florida Meet Chris Derubeis Keys and Key West at Derubeis Gallery’s NOW are hosting a Grand Opening ou have a rare opportunity to meet artist Chris Women’s Equality Day YDeRubeis, one of the world’s hottest selling artists! His unique works of art are featured promi- fundraiser on Monday, nently at high-end galleries throughout the United States and abroad. He will be at the Grand Opening of DeRubeis August 26, 2019 Fine Art of Metal Gallery at their new location at 619 Duval Street for one night only! Satur- Key West, Aug 13 ganization that provides individual and day, September 7th from 7PM to 10PM. group therapy for adults with a history Chris Derubeis – All Art should inspire he Women’s March Florida Keys of sexual violence and Women’s March and Evoke Emotion Tchapter and Key West National Florida’s “Session of Action,” which Chris DeRubeis is the inventor of a new style Organization for Women (NOW) are will include a lobby day to Tallahassee. of artwork known as Abstract Sensualism® Ab- co-hosting a Women’s Equality Day Who: Women’s March Florida stract Sensualism uses a metal canvas as the gathering open to all to celebrate the Keys, Key West NOW, all are invited. foundation and is characterized by the way the passing of the 19th Amendment, rat- What: Fundraiser ($19-49 suggest- art reflects and moves in the light and its sleek, ified ninety-nine years ago on August ed donation) sexy curves and imagery. 26, 1920. The evening will include hors Where: The Blue Room (1128 “I favor metal because I can combine a form of d’oeuvres, speakers, and the acclaimed Simonton St, Key West) sculpture as the foundation for my expression and short film “Equal Means Equal” calling When: Monday, August 26, 2019, have found a way to enhance my ability to com- for ratification of the ERA. Doors open at 5:30 PM, begins at municate emotions more intently. All art should The donations will be split between 6:00 PM inspire and evoke emotion….Art should be some- Christina’s Courage, a Florida Keys or- Links: Facebook event link. n thing you can actually feel.” – Chris DeRubeis. n
The Royal Campaign.... and Jerry Hughes and Karen Frank- ipated evening at https://ahi.ticketleap. ‘Real Women Do Drag’, a Womenfest XX Continued from page 18 Noll. Marky Pierson of Wonderdog com/2019-royal-coronation-ball/ event presented by the KWBG, Aqua Studios is the Royal Throne Maker. Those events, always subject to nightclub and 2015 Fantasy Fest Queen burn and Mark Patterson (also King of Larry Blackburn provides the offi- change due to weather and venue, will Jodyrae Campbell on Friday, September 2012). King and Queen Gift baskets cial Portraitures. Documenting events be accessible at www.AHMonroe.org, 6th; the 7th Annual Red Shirt Run, do- are provided by 2017 Queen Destiny is Royal Photographer Peter Arnow of various Facebook platforms, individ- nated annually by Theme Runs owner Montgomery and King Paul Murphy; Spectrum Imaging. ual websites, YouTube and via various Beth Moyes, on Saturday morning, Oc- Duke and Duchess Gift Basket Purvey- What follows Kick-Off is a series of social media outlets. tober 5th; and the 4th Annual Royal Ret- ors are 2013 King and Queen Stephen frenzied, frisky, feisty and always fabu- Special events of benefit to all those rospective, at The Custom House, 281 ‘Sunshine’ Sunday and Diane Hilton lous series of fundraising events Keys- competing range from a weekly ‘Aqua Front Street, on Thursday, October 17th. May. On an island that treasures a good wide, all innovated by the Candidates Idol’ competition at Aqua nightclub, Admission to Kick-Off is free, but toast, Dennis Beaver, of the Tennessee and the corps of volunteers they’ve as- 711 Duval, commencing August 27th come prepared to stroll tables of Candi- Williams Key West Exhibit at the Ten- sembled, to raise the most money and through October 15th; the much-loved date-oriented goodies for sale that brand nessee Williams Center, will reward the ascend to the Coronation throne at the Sunday BINGO upstairs at the 801 their campaigns with logos and catch- King and Queen with gold-and-silver Key West Amphitheater at Truman Wa- Bourbon Bar, hosted by QMitch and phrases. The Kick-Off For The Royal engraved Royal Chalices. Royal Trans- terfront on Friday, October 18th. Indi- equally rewarding all Candidates from Campaign of Fantasy Fest 2019, Friday portation Purveyors are Karl and Stacy vidual tickets or tables of 10 reservations August 25th through October 13th; an August 23rd, beginning at 6 p.m., at The Stahl; Vince and Karen Taporowski; are already available for the highly-antic- All-Candidate meet-and-greet during Southernmost House, 1400 Duval. n
24 www.konklife.com • AUGUST 22-28, 2019 WHAT'S HAPPENING Rams Head Presents - Key West hosts The Temptations at Sunset Green Event Lawn on April 5th, 2020 as part of the 2019/2020 Concert Series at the venue or more than fifty years, The tations tradition. They survived the tel’s on North Roosevelt Boulevard. Show Details FTemptations have prospered, pro- whims of fashion, whether disco or The venue can host well over 1,000 The Temptations | Sunset Green Event pelling popular music with a series of techno, and have stuck to their guns. concertgoers, has multiple bars, a Lawn | 3820 North Roosevelt Blvd| smash hits, and sold-out performanc- When the sixties and seventies turned food truck, a large parking lot behind Key West, FL | 33040 Sunday, April 5th, 2020 – Doors es throughout the world. “The crowds political, The Temps got serious. They the venue and the accessibility of two 5:30PM // Show 7:00 PM are bigger, the sales are sizzling,” says changed their tone, dress and music. hotels just steps away. Also ac-cessible one industry report. “The outpouring Producer Norman Whitfield led the by cab, Uber, and Lyft the entrance TICKETS of affection for this super-group has way with his Temptations hits that to Sunset Green Event Lawn is impos- Available online at www. keywestconcertseries.com or at the never been greater”. The history of burned with intensity. “Runaway sible to miss. Tickets are available at Key West Theater box office at 512 The Temptations is the history of con- Child” “Cloud Nine,” “I Can’t Get keywestconcertseries.com. n Eaton St. temporary American pop. An essential Next to You,” “Papa Was a Rolling component of the original Motown Stone”, and “Psychedelic Shack” still machine, that amazing engine invented smolder today. by Berry Gordy, The Temps began their Make your way to Sunset Green Meet E from musical life in De-troit in the early six- Event Lawn this coming spring to ties. It wasn’t until 1964 however, that catch one of the country’s most leg- the Smokey Robinson written-and-pro- end-ary bands to come out of the hop- duced “The Way You Do the Things ping Motown era. The Temptations E You Do” turned the guys into stars. are not to be missed! Kristen’s knowledge, and expertise No matter the change in personnel Sunset Green Event Lawn is a new ena le her to assist her clients with the est mortgage programs the within the band, The Temptations multipurpose event lawn situated be- industry has to offer. have remained true to The Temp- tween 24 North and The Gates ho- Kristen is a local Florida Keys Resident. Find out why Kristen and her team are one of the most successful in Key West. Because when you lead the way, there’s reason . Experience K E N S N S
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BY TERRY SCHMIDA builder from the ground up in 2003. KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE EDITOR Photos Contributed Much like Key West’s “new” city hall, it was reconstructed with top-quality ost houses and com- materials inside its own shell – then Mmercial buildings sit revealed as a brand new home. forever on the parcel of land where Beautiful whitewashed Dade they were built. County Pine walls greet visitors en- In the famously non-conformist tering the front door, with a large Conch Republic, however, it is de- staircase leading to the three upstairs lightfully apropos that citizens have bedrooms. The two second floor guest been breaking that particular mould bedrooms have a large renovated for well over a century. Without elec- bathroom between them, with beau- tric wires or plumbing to deter the tiful turquoise quartz countertops process, some of Key West’s most in- and glass tiled walls. teresting buildings were rolled to new The two-room master suite features This stately yet sturdy home is a perfect blend of Old World design and locations around town in the early a cathedral ceiling and a large bath- New World construction. days of the settlement. room also in turquoise. The downstairs The four-bedroom, three-bathroom fourth bedroom is currently being home at 1424 White St. has a backstory used as an office, and boasts another that’s even more intriguing. This house, completely renovated bathroom. currently listed with Realtor Mike The residence’s large, open con- Caron of Keller Williams Key West cept first floor is a great place for Compass Realty, once stood on Caro- dining/entertaining, as are the pri- line Street, in the heart of Old Town. vate rear gardens, with their mature It was later moved to White Street – landscaping, Ipe decking, and heat- then completely rebuilt inside its own ed cocktail pool, constructed in the footprint – to live yet another life, as home’s original cistern. a wonderfully repurposed and solidly The chef’s kitchen was redesigned constructed single family home. in 2018 and features beautiful Vadara In its third and current manifes- counters, an under counter beverage tation, this perfect blend of classic cooler, five-burner gas cooktop, wine Conch architecture and modern con- High ceilings and large rooms make this house a great vacation home refrigerator, and top-of-the-line stain- venience graces an over 4,000 square- or long-term rental unit. less steel appliances. foot lot in the desirable Casa Marina entrance way pillars left as a graceful the nearly 2,400 square feet of living The possibilities for this property area of Key West. With its original reminder of its 1928 construction, space was rebuilt by an award winning abound, from a year round home to
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Derek Epperly & Jenna Blackwell 305-923-4833 4 1119 Whitehead St. 3BD/2BA Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Knight & Gardner Realty 305-393-6573
Derek Epperly & Jenna Blackwell 305-923-4833 5 58 Palm Drive 3BD/2BA Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Knight & Gardner Realty 305-393-6573
Everett Watkins 6 724 Eaton Street, Key West 305-304-4269 Keller Williams Key West Compass Realty
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Total Listing Office Selling Office Sold Date List Price Sold Price Street # Street Name Year Built Style Wtrfrnt MM Beds Key West
Century 21 Island Life Preferred Properties 19/07/19 $599,000 $,80,000 2601 Roosevelt Blvd, #302B 1967 Condo 2 Yes 3
Homelister, Inc. Sunny Keys Realty 19/07/19 $429,000 $415,000 3362 Pearl Ave 1980 Townhouse 2 No 3
Truman & Co. BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty 18/07/19 $1,275,000 $1,250,000 1215 Duncan St 1963 Single Fam 2 No 2
Preferred Properties Location 3 Real Estate 19/07/19 $895,000 $820,000 1706 Seminary St 1959 Single Fam 3 No 2
Coastal Collection Coastal Collection 19/07/19 $2,100,000 $2,100,000 1209 Laird St 2018 Single Fam 4 No 2
At Home in Key West Coldwell Banker Schmitt 22/07/19 $549,000 $532,500 1336 Duncan St 1969 Condo 2 No 2
BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty 22/07/19 $129,000 $95,000 1801 Roosevelt Blvd, #12 0 No 2
Century 21 All Keys BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty 24/07/19 $809,000 $795,000 1800 Atlantic Blvd, 126C 1984 Condo 2 Yes 2
Beach Club Brokers Keys of the Keys Realty 16/07/19 $745,000 $700,000 1005 Eaton St 1924 Duplex 3 No 1
Lokation Real Estate Coastal Collection 18/07/19 $1,590,000 $1,450,000 215 Whitehead St 1938 Single Fam 3 No 1
BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty Key West Luxury Real Estate 22/07/19 $1,950,000 $1,800,000 528 Front St 2005 Commercial 0 No 1
Based on information from the KWAR MLS for the period of July 17th, 2019 to July 24th, 2019
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