Florida Keys & Key West events from the Official Florida Keys Tourism Council

Calendar of Events for February, 2010

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Key West / January 13 to February 13

Red Barn Theatre presents: Women Who Steal

What happens when menopause meets a bottle of Tequila and takes a midnight joy ride? Women Who Steal tells the story of a late night road adventure shared by unlikely friends – the wife and the woman who did her wrong. Its Thelma and Louise meets Desperate House Wives with less violence and a lot more driving! Showtime 8 p.m.; special weekday, military, student, senior and group discounts available through the RBT Box Office.
Contact: 305-296-9911

Key West / January 16 to April 16

Sculpture Key West

This stunning art exhibit showcases the work of leading contemporary sculptors at West Martello Tower, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park and the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden. Visit Web site for more information.
Contact: 305-295-2800
Email: info@sculpturekeywest.com

Key West / January 24 to February 09

Red Barn Theatre presents: Speed the Plow

Sex and money take center stage in David Mamet's scathingly funny classic about Hollywood power brokers. Shows Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, showtimes at 8 p.m.
Contact: 305-296-9911

Key West / January 26 to February 06

Waterfront Playhouse presents: No Child

When a teacher of a rowdy 10th grade class decides to put on a play, the students rebel. But the power of performing eventually wins them over. No Child is an insightful and hilarious exploration of our public school system. Showtime 8 p.m.
Contact: 305-294-5015

Key Largo / February 04 to February 13

The Key Players presents: Dearly Beloved

A story of a completely dysfunctional but loveable Texas family in the throes of another series of life-changing events. Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows, at 8 p.m. Tickets $13 in advance, $15 at door. Doors open one hour prior to curtain.
Contact: 305-453-0997
Email: boxoffice@thekeyplayers.org

Key Largo / February 04 to February 06

Billfish Bowl

An all-release sailfish tournament hosted by NFL legends Jimmy Johnson and Mike Ditka to raise money for the nonprofit group Gridiron Greats. The event will take place at the Big Chill bar and restaurant in Key Largo.
Contact: Tammie Gurgiolo 866-203-2720

Big Pine & the Lower Keys / February 05

Artists In Paradise Presents Walk on Winn Dixie

Stroll through stores and galleries for a fall night of art and live music, from 7 to 9 p.m.. Enjoy wine, beverages, munchies and music.
Contact: 305-872-1828

Marathon / February 06 to February 07

16th Annual Pigeon Key Art Festival

Held at the Marathon Community Park, MM49, from 10 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Fee: $7 adults, under age 12 free. Free parking and shuttle service, kids corner, free hourly t-shirt drawings, food vendors, live music and art raffle.
Contact: 305-289-9555
Email: reneeshain1@hotmail.com

Key Largo / February 06

Support a Local Blood Drive

Boy Scout Troop 588 is working hard to achieve Eagle Rank, and you can help by by donating blood. From 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., located at First Baptist Church of Key Largo, 99001 Overseas Hwy. FREE car wash and other donor incentives. Remember: the life you save could be your Valentine's!
Contact: Lee Ouellette 305-453-0131
Email: RebelRaven@Gmail.com

Key West / February 07 to February 15

Kelly McGillis Classic Flag Football Championship

Women and girls from around the United States and the world are to gather in Key West for hard-fought sporting action during the Kelly McGillis Classic International Women’s & Girls’ Flag Football Championship. Four days of competition with eight days of social events and parties.
Contact: 888-464-9332
Email: iwffa@iwffa.com

Key West / February 07

Tropical Forest Topics Professional Speaker Series

Dr. Stuart Pimm, Director of Conservation, is set to discuss "A Hot Spot in the Tropics." Cost $10, starts 2 p.m.
Contact: 305-296-1504
Email: KWBGS@kwbgs.org

Big Pine & the Lower Keys / February 08 to February 13

Winter Star Party

Approximately 600 astronomers from around the world gather to view southern constellations, comets and stars in the Lower Keys’ clear night skies — virtually the only place in the continental U.S. where they can be viewed. Lectures, programs and workshops round out the event.
Contact: 305-661-1375
Email: heinrich1@windstream.net

Key West / February 10

An Evening with Noel Paul Stookey of Peter, Paul & Mary

One night only! Singer/songwriter Noel Paul Stookey performs in a unique presentation of concert and conversation. Altering both the musical and ethical landscape of this country and the world for decades—both as the “Paul” of the legendary Peter, Paul and Mary and as an independent musician, his music is funny, thoughtful and compassionate. Showtime 8 p.m. Tennessee Williams Theater.
Contact: 305-295-7676

Islamorada / February 12 to February 14

Islamorada Women’s Sailfish Tournament

This light-tackle challenge has female anglers facing off against the famous tail-dancers for trophies and prizes.
Contact: Tammie Gurgiolo 305-852-9337
Email: fishnbully@msn.com

Key West / February 12

Royal Bal Masque

It's a Mardi Gras Key West event! To be held at the Gardens Hotel, 526 Angela St., at 7:30 p.m. tickets are $100, suggested formal attire, masks and costumes encouraged. Enjoy a gourmet Cajun dinner, live New Orleans jazz music and dancing.
Contact: 305-295-7676 or 305-296-6196

Key West / February 12 to February 13

50th Annual Key West House & Garden Tour

Tour a series of elegant and unique homes of Key West. Proceeds help benefit the Old Island Restoration Foundation. Presented by the Old Island Restoration Foundation, this house and garden tour offers a rare opportunity to see inside some of Key West's magnificent, charming and tropical residences.
Contact: 305-294-9501

Islamorada / February 13

Billfishing for Boobies Tournament

In conjunction with the Islamorada Women's Sailfish Tournament, this is a one-day, men-only tournament that fishes for a breast cancer cure.
Contact: Tammie Gurgiolo 305-852-9337
Email: fishnbully@msn.com

Key West / February 13

Mrs. Truman's 125th Birthday Celebration

This commemoration of the birthday of former first lady Bess Truman spotlights the Little White House where former president Harry Truman spent nearly six months of his presidency.
Contact: 305-294-9911

Marathon / February 15

Middle Keys Concerts presents: Miami String Quartet with Jodi De Salvo

Praised as having rich, precisely balanced sound, a broad coloristic palette, real unity of interpretive purpose and seemingly unflagging energy, the Miami String Quartet is among the most widely respected quartets in America. Show starts at 8 p.m., season ticket holders admitted at 7 p.m., San Pablo Catholic Church, 550 122nd Street. Tickets available in advance at Food for Thought bookstore, inside Gulfside Village.
Contact: Lynda 305-743-4687, Food for Thought 743-3297

Key Largo / February 16 to February 17

Poor Girls Sailfish Tournament

This popular Keys tournament typically draws more than 200 anglers.
Contact: Sharon Mahoney Ellenwood 305-664-2012
Email: sharellen@netzero.net

Islamorada / February 17

History of Diving Museum presents: FREE Seminar Series

This month's free seminar is to be given by Skip Moe, themed "Sea Urchin Research & Restoration." Starts at 7 p.m. at Diving Museum, mile marker 83 in Islamorada. Immerse yourself in the fun!
Contact: 305-664-9737

Key West / February 19 to February 21

Gardenfest Key West

South Florida's top nurseries will show bromeliads, orchids, fruit trees, palms, tropical flowers and natives for the Botanical Gardens' annual plant sale! Attend landscaping workshops, learn how to build your own native garden, browse through garden supplies booths, and arts and crafts. Docent tours will be offered. Plant sale is free and open to the public. Gates open 9 a.m.
Contact: 305-296-1504
Email: KWBGS@kwbgs.org

Big Pine & the Lower Keys / February 19 to February 21

Big Pine & Lower Keys Rotary Club Kingfish Tournament

Over $20,000 in CASH prizes, and $15,000 prize for largest kingfish over 55 pounds awaits the winner of this first annual tournament.
Contact: Tammy at 305-395-3700

Islamorada / February 19 to February 21

Florida Keys Fly Fishing School

Learn fly fishing in saltwater with world class instruction in a fun and no-pressure environment. Two-day schools present a unique opportunity for beginners and experienced anglers, as well as couples. Call or visit Web site for details.
Contact: 305-664-5423
Email: info@floridakeysoutfitters.com

Key West / February 20 to February 21

Key West Travel Writing Workshop

Robert Haru Fisher, acclaimed writer, Frommer's contributing editor, former president of the Society of American Travel Writers and editor-in-chief at Fodor's, is to teach his popular Key West Travel Writing Workshop at Heritage House Museum, 410 Caroline St., home of the cottage where poet Robert Frost spent 16 winters. Call for remaining available spaces.
Contact: 305-296-3573
Email: bobharu@aol.com

Islamorada / February 20 to February 21

Upper Keys Gigantic Nautical Flea Market

Find hundreds of marine- and watersports-related vendors offering wares to thousands of buyers seeking deals on new and used boats, marine equipment, electronics, fishing tackle, dive gear, nautical arts and crafts, and more at this 15th annual event, to also include Purple Isles Art Guild tent gallery. Located at Founders Park, MM 87 bayside, on Plantation Key.
Contact: 305-712-1818

Key Largo / February 24

“Delicate Balance of Nature” Lecture Series: Bottlenose Dolphins

Jenny Litz of the National Marine Fisheries Service Marine Mammal Program will review the behavior, population status and use of bottlenose dolphins as indicators of ecosystem health in South Florida waters. This popular annual lecture series focused on Florida Keys history, archaeology, culture and environment is sponsored by Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock State Park. Free, one-hour lectures to be held inside the park’s Visitor Center at mile marker 102.5 oceanside at 7:30 p.m.
Contact: 305-451-9570

Key West / February 25

Friends of the Key West Library Bi-annual Fund Raiser

A catered affair with entertainment, to be held at the Studios of Key West, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., cost $100 per person. Call for details.
Contact: Brewster Chamberlin 305-293-0713
Email: smithchamberlin@aol.com

Key West / February 25 to March 20

Waterfront Playhouse presents: The Full Monty

Six unemployed steelworkers are low on cash, prospects and self-esteem. What's a guy to do? After seeing their wives' enthusiastic reactions to a Chippendale's performance, the guys take matters into their own hands and create an act of their own. The results are hilarious, heart-warming and revealing. Showtime 8 p.m.
Contact: 305-294-5015

Key Largo / February 26

Annual Garden Walk

Visitors can stroll among and view native plants and lush landscaping, while getting ideas for tropical gardening, during the annual Garden Walk presented by the Upper Keys Garden Club
Contact: 305-332-0535
Email: dbarreto@bellsouth.net

Marathon / February 26 to February 28

National Pig Days

National Pig Days is a 3-day BBQ, pig roast, music fest, silent auction and social extravaganza for locals and visitors alike. The main attraction are the wildly exciting royal racing pigs cheered on by howling spectators. Children's games, beverage tents and evening shows round out what has become a major annual event and fundraiser for a local charity.
Contact: Ardie 305-481-0225
Email: kd1559@aol.com

Islamorada / February 26 to February 27

Backcountry Fly Championship

This new fly-fishing competition is to target snook and redfish in a region of the Keys that is famous for them.
Contact: Charlotte Ambrogio 305-664-2444
Email: csasun@aol.com

Key West / February 26 to February 28

Civil War Days Heritage Festival

Colorful Civil War re-enactments and tours of Key West's historic Civil War–era Fort Zachary Taylor highlight the journey into the island’s past.
Contact: 305-292-6850

Islamorada / February 27

Pops In The Park - Love is in the Air

Florida Keys Community Concert Band presents its 2010 season at Islamorada Founders Park, Bayside, MM 87, Plantation Key. Performances are outdoors; no chairs provided. Starts at 4 p.m. Admission free for all concerts.
Contact: (305) 853-7294

Marathon / February 27

Big Band & Swing Dinner Dance

Dine and dance the night away with the sounds of the Barry Mann Orchestra of Miami. Enjoy the Big Band & Swing music with delicious catering by Cristiano’s of Marathon; hors d’oeuvres, carving & pasta stations, salads, breads, desserts and soft beverages. From 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Antique Air Hangar. Tickets $55 through Jan. 31, $60 afterward, advance purchase available at Marathon Jet Center, Marathon General Aviation and EAA Aviation Museum. Seats limited!
Contact: Frank Derfler 305-393-6937

Key West / February 27 to February 28

Old Island Days Art Festival

The 45th annual juried fine art show is set on lower Whitehead Street in historic Old Town. The highly acclaimed show features oil paintings, watercolors, sculpture, photography and other offerings by artists from around the United States.
Contact: 305-294-1241

Islamorada / February 27

Islamorada Street Fair and Sidewalk Art Show

Food, fun and safety exhibits are to complement local artists' booths and displays. The event is to help demonstrate the services of the Red Cross and commemorate the history of Red Cross houses and community recovery during the 1935 hurricane. Located at the Hurricane Monument, mile marker 81.6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Contact: 305-852-9612
Email: HuntJB@usa.redcross.org

Key West / Exact date to be announced - February

Mrs. Truman's 125th Birthday Celebration

Marathon / Exact date to be announced - February

TBA 2nd Annual Marathon Master Chef's Classic

Local restaurants vie for top honors in three categories; appetizers, entrees and desserts. Participants get to taste all the food made at this event while judges pick the winners. From 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. at Tranquility Bay Resort, on the beach. Date and ticket info to be announced.
Contact: Gordon Ross 305-294-9526 ext. 25

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