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Events in The Florida Keys for July, 2009
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June 29 to July 03 in Marathon
Pigeon Key Marine Science Camp
A unique opportunity for kids (ages 7-18) to join a marine science camp while in the Florida Keys and participate in snorkeling, scuba, fish ID, learn about marine habitats and more. Call or email for details.
Contact: Courtney Fletcher (305) 509-0340
Email: pigeonkeyed@aol.com
July 02 in Key West
July “First Thursday” Art Walk
Caroline Street Art & Design District presents an evening of open houses from 6-9 p.m. in historic Key West Bight community, with art, coffee shops and unique restaurants. Held first Thur. of each month, free admission.
Contact: (305) 296-9100
July 04 in Key West
Conch Republic Ladies' Dolphin Tournament
Women are to compete to catch dolphin fish for cash prizes.
Contact: (305) 304-7674
Email: wave.whacker@hotmail.com
July 04 in Marathon
Marathon Beach Party & Fireworks Show
Enjoy Independence Day at Marathon’s Sombrero Beach. Attractions include a 10:30 a.m. parade from Marathon High School to the beach, live music all day, food, fun, sun and a fireworks extravaganza at night. For more info, call the Marathon Chamber of Commerce or visit their Web site.
Contact: (305) 743-5417
Email: info@floridakeysmarathon.com
July 04 in Big Pine
Big Pine & Lower Keys' Fourth of July Celebration
Live music by 40 ft. Sharpie, food, cold beverages, games & activities for adults and kids are planned for this family-friendly event. Gates are set to open at 5 p.m. with sparkling fireworks at nightfall. Admission is free; no coolers, pets or personal fireworks allowed. Located at Sugarloaf Airport, MM 17 bayside on Sugarloaf Key, adjacent to the quirky Bat Tower.
Contact: CeCe (305) 766-8467
July 04 in Key West
The 13th Army Band, Florida Army National Guard
Serving the State of Florida since 1906, the citizen-soldiers of the 13th Army Band are to provide music for the Fourth of July celebration. Concert begins at 4 p.m. at White Street Pier and will play into the evening featuring patriotic and concert band music. All band events are free and open to the public.
Contact: SSG Ralph Morales at 954-893-5070
July 04 in Islamorada
"Spirit of Islamorada" Old Fashioned July 4th Celebration
The celebration at Founder's Park is to include free fireworks, free children’s activities, free hamburgers and hot dogs, old fashioned contests for the Best Apple Pie, Potato Salad and food eating contests. There will be entertainment from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. followed by a fireworks display.
July 07 to July 09 in Islamorada
Florida Keys Outfitters/IGFA Inshore World Championship Tournament
Tournament winners from around the world are to compete for one of the most prized angling trophies. The tournament features inshore fishing for permit, tarpon, bonefish, redfish and snook. Visit Web site for details.
Contact: 305-664-5423
Email: flkeyout@bellsouth.net
July 07 in Key West
South Duval Gallery & Cafe Neighborhood "HOWL"
The quiet upper Duval neighborhood of small unique shops and cozy bars and lavish restaurants opens their doors for the full moon. Between Truman and United Streets, open 7 to 10 p.m. with food & drink specials, music, hospitality, arts and entertainment.
Contact: Judi Bradford
Email: (305) 304-4190
July 11 in Big Pine
25th Annual Underwater Music Festival
A quirky concert broadcast underwater for divers, snorkelers and the occasional mermaid emphasizes reef preservation. The submerged songfest is held at Looe Key Reef in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
Contact: (305) 872-2411
Email: executivedirector@lowerkeyschamber.com
July 11 to July 12 in Islamorada
FREE Historical Weekend Bicycle Tour
Join Mark Terrill who will be leading a free Historical Monument bike tour every Saturday and Sunday in July and August in Islamorada from 10 a.m. until noon. Meet at the Hurricane Monument, MM 82 oceanside, next to the Matecumbe United Methodist Church. Call to confirm before heading out. Bikes available for rental, or bring your own.
Contact: Mark Terrill 305-879-0390
July 13 to July 17 in Marathon
Pigeon Key Marine Science Camp
A unique opportunity for kids (ages 7-18) to join a marine science camp while in the Florida Keys and participate in snorkeling, scuba, fish ID, learn about marine habitats and more. Call or e-mail for details.
Contact: Courtney Fletcher (305) 509-0340
Email: pigeonkeyed@aol.com
July 16 to July 20 in Key West
Mel Fisher Days
Each year Mel Fisher's family and friends celebrate the legendary salvor’s accomplishments, unquenchable optimism and exuberant zest for life with a festival chock full of events. Visit Web site for details.
Contact: (305) 296-6534
Email: skwiley@melfisher.com
July 18 to July 19 in Islamorada
FREE Historical Weekend Bicycle Tour
Join Mark Terrill who will be leading a free Historical Monument bike tour every Saturday and Sunday in July and August in Islamorada from 10 a.m. until noon. Meet at the Hurricane Monument, MM 82 oceanside, next to the Matecumbe United Methodist Church. Call to confirm before heading out. Bikes available for rental, or bring your own.
Contact: Mark Terrill 305-879-0390
July 21 to July 26 in Key West
Hemingway Days
The 29th celebration of the legendary author’s work and lifestyle features literary readings, a theatrical premiere, short story competition, fishing tournament, Sloppy Joe’s Look-Alike Contest and a pre-birthday "party" commemorating Ernest's July 21st birthday.
Contact: (305) 296-2388 (Look-Alike); 294-0320 (literary)
July 21 to July 24 in Key West
Del Brown Invitational Permit Tournament
Fly fishing for that other famous fish of the tropical shallows in honor of the late angling pioneer Del Brown, who caught and released more than 500 permit off the Keys.
Contact: (305) 664-2444
Email: csasun@aol.com
July 22 to July 25 in Key West
Key West Marlin Tournament
Anglers are to hunt for the mightiest of the offshore species in the same waters plied by novelist Ernest Hemingway.
Contact: (305) 292-2710
July 25 to July 26 in Islamorada
FREE Historical Weekend Bicycle Tour
Join Mark Terrill who will be leading a free Historical Monument bike tour every Saturday and Sunday in July and August in Islamorada from 10 a.m. until noon. Meet at the Hurricane Monument, MM 82 oceanside, next to the Matecumbe United Methodist Church. Call to confirm before heading out. Bikes available for rental, or bring your own.
Contact: Mark Terrill 305-879-0390
July 25 in Key West
4th Annual ReMARCable Matheesson's Ice Cream & Waterfront Market Fresh Fruit Social
From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., enjoy family favorites such as strawberry shortcakes, banana bread ice cream sandwiches, a kids make-your-own-sundae booth, a magic show and more. All proceeds to benefit the MARC house.
Contact: 305-294-9526
July 26 to July 27 in Islamorada
Islamorada Fishing Club RedGhost Stalk
Anglers ages 11 through 25 are to compete to catch redfish and bonefish, the ghost of the flats. Winners qualify for the International Game Fish Association Inshore Championship.
Contact: (305) 664-3864
Email: trice_j@bellsouth.net
July 29 to July 30 in the Florida Keys
Lobster Mini-Season
Snorkelers and divers participate in the annual, two-day lobster mini-season.
July 31 to August 08 in Key Largo
Key Largo Food & Wine Festival
A nine day event focusing on food and wine in Key Largo. Art, wine, food, wine education, cookbook signing, wine dinners, free-pour wine events, progressive dinners, and a great time round out this festival - what better reason to come to Key Largo?
Contact: (305) 394-3736
Email: foodandwine@fkrm.com
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