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Calendar of Events for May, 2008

  
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Key West / April 22 to May 03
"Mavis and the Three Bears" at Red Barn Theatre
This musical fable by Blake Hunter, with music written by our own Franko Richmond, is to run for two weeks only.
Contact: (305) 296-9911
Key West / April 30 to May 04
Key West Songwriters’ Festival
The 13th-annual showcase of musical magic features America’s foremost performing songwriters, with concerts staged in intimate, audience-friendly island settings. The festival is presented by Hog's Breath Saloon.
Contact: (305) 296-4222
Marathon / May 01 to May 03
42nd Annual International Tarpon Tournament
Anglers in one of the longest-running tournaments in the Keys are to catch and release mighty silver kings using 12- or 30-pound tackle.
Contact: (305) 743-6139
Email: worldclassan@comcast.net
Key West / May 01 to May 31
"New Plays in May" at Waterfront Playhouse
The Key West Players are to present free readings and orginal plays by Key West playwrights at the playhouse at Mallory Square on Tuesdays.
Contact: (305) 294-5015
Marathon / May 02 to May 04
Environmental Film Festival
Visit Crane Hammock for shows. Movies at 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Islamorada / May 03 to May 04
Island Festival Featuring the Taste of Islamorada
Enjoy a day of musical entertainment and another day of the area’s best chefs showcasing their culinary specialties. Contact the Islamorada Chamber of Commerce at or visit www.islamoradachamber.com.
Contact: (305) 664-4503
Islamorada / May 06 to May 09
Keymorada Invitational Fly-Spin Tournament
All proceeds from this tarpon, bonefish and permit fishing event benefit the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation.
Contact: Mitch Widom (305) 375-6127
Email: mwidom@bilzin.com
Marathon / May 07
Art Show, "Growth," Opens at Marathon Community Theatre
An opening reception will feature new paintings and sculptures by Marianne Motches. This event is free and open to the public. Wine and refreshments will be served.
Contact: (305) 743-2744
Marathon / May 09 to May 11
Third Annual Green Living and Energy Education (GLEE)Expo, Marathon High School
A free, three-day event will feature demonstrations, seminars about sustainable living, renewable energy and conservation in the Florida Keys. Exhibitors, vendors and farmer's market will display green goods.
Contact: (305) 293-7658
Email: info@keysglee.com
Marathon / May 09 to May 10
32nd Annual Ladies Tarpon Tournament
Women compete to catch and release tarpon in one of the longest running tournaments in the Keys.
Contact: (305) 743-6139
Email: worldclassan@comcast.net
the Florida Keys / May 11
Florida Keys GLEE Green Homes Tour
Tour houses built from alternative building materials, and renovated houses that are now energy- and water-efficient. Free and open to the public. Find out more information and sign up for tours at the GLEE Expo on May 10.
Key West / May 13 to May 24
"Rompers, a collection of shorts" at Red Barn Theatre
Celebrating short-attention-span theatre, the theatre at 319 Duval St. is proud to present short plays with an exciting mix of playwrights, directors and actors.
Contact: (305) 296-9911
Marathon / May 15 to May 18
Marathon Offshore Grand Prix
World-class, high-speed powerboats compete in the waters surrounding Marathon and the historic Seven Mile Bridge in the Middle Keys. The event also features live music by national talents.
Contact: (305) 743-5805
Key Largo / May 16 to May 18
Coconuts Dolphin Tournament
Anglers are to compete in an event named for a Key Largo restaurant that serves up plenty of dolphin fish, known on most menus as Mahi Mahi.
Contact: (561) 741-1124
Email: mountain1111@aol.com
Key West / May 16 to May 17
Harry S. Truman Legacy Symposium: “Harry Truman and Immigration”
Key West’s political history is highlighted in panel discussions, a reception and tours of the Little White House, where former President Harry Truman worked and relaxed during his time in office.w.
Contact: (305) 294-9911
Marathon / May 17 to May 22
21st Annual Faro Blanco Invitational Tarpon Tournament
Anglers are to tangle with silver kings in an event named for a famous Marathon resort, and which raises money for charities.
Contact: (609) 645-1840, ext. 115
Email: robert.traa@partners.mcd.com
Key Largo / May 17 to May 18
Keys Ultras - Prostate Cancer Benefit Races
The inaugural year for the "Keys Ultras," there will be three individual ultra-marathon road races, between Key Largo and Smathers Beach, Key West. Proceeds benefit The Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys.
Contact: Bob Becker (954) 439-2800
Email: bob@keys100.com
Islamorada / May 18 to May 21
14th Annual Outback Steakhouse Golden Fly Invitational Tarpon Tournament
This prestigious fly tournament for large tarpon benefits both CCFA and college scholarships for Keys students.
Contact: (305) 664-2444
Email: csasun@aol.com
Key West / May 21 to June 14
"Naked Boys Singing!" at Waterfront Playhouse
The international hit returns to the playhouse at historic Mallory Square.
Contact: (305) 294-5015
Islamorada / May 22
'Ray Of Light' Paintings On Display
Redbone Gallery (mile marker 81.2) will feature the paintings of Don Ray from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Ray is well-known for dynamic underwater fish scenes in oil on canvas. Light refreshments will be served, the event is free and open to the public.
Contact: (305) 664-2002
Key West / May 23 to May 25
9th Annual Cuban American Heritage Festival
The culture and customs Cubans brought to Key West are celebrated.
Contact: (305) 295-9665
Key West / May 31
Yamaha Dolphin Masters Invitational
Experienced offshore captains are to lead the chase for the colorful and acrobatic dolphin fish and a hefty first prize.
Contact: (305) 304-7674
Email: wave.whacker@hotmail.com

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