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Events in the Florida Keys for February, 2019 Year: 2019 2020 Month: January February March April May June July August September October November December   January 10 to February 02,  in Marathon Marathon Community Theater presents: Drinking Habits Drinking Habits takes place during the early 1960s in the impoverished Oregon convent of the Sisters of Perpetual Sewing. Two nuns at the ‘Sisters of Perpetual Sewing’ have been secretly making wine in order to keep their poverty stricken convent afloat - behind the back of their alcohol-detesting Mother Superior. Unbeknownst to them, a local wine (theirs) has won a $500,000 award, and Paul and Sally, two newspaper reporters, who are ex-fiancés, are trying to discover the winning winery and break the story. The reporters go undercover as a nun and a priest, but their presence, combined with the arrival of a new nun, spurs paranoia throughout the convent that spies have been sent from Rome to shut them down. Wine and secrets are inevitably spilled as everyone tries to preserve the convent and reconnect with lost loves. Show times 8 p.m. January 22 to February 02,  in Key West Fringe Theater presents: Collected Stories, by Donald Margulies Fringe Theater presents this gripping drama of two writers who grapple with betrayal. Is ownership of a story in its living or in its telling? Key West Woman's Club, 319 Duval Street. Show starts 7 p.m. Contact: Rebecca Tomlinson 305-587-8961 January 23 to February 02,  in Key West Studios of Key West presents: I’m Gonna Pray For You So Hard One boozy evening, fiercely competitive actress Ella and her father David deliberate over whether to read the reviews of her Off-Broadway debut... and things unravel from there. This darkly humorous sheds new light on the eternal struggle of parents and children to find common ground. Dates: Jan 23-27, Jan 30-Feb 2 (Wed-Sun) 8p.m. show, 533 Eaton St. January 24 to February 09,  in Key West Waterfront Playhouse presents: A Doll's House, Part 2 A Doll's House, Part 2 is the continuation of Henrik Ibsen's classic A Doll's House. Far from being dry or stuffy, ADH, Pt.2 is hilariously funny, whip-smart and resonant to our gender politics. The story picks up 15 years after Nora famously slams the door on her stifling marriage at the conclusion of A Doll's House. In Mr. Hnath's updated version, Nora is now a successful business woman, who finds her husband, daughter and wise-cracking maid to be as changed as she has become. Fireworks explode as the play explores the rules of society and gender. See website for show dates. Show times 8 p.m. Contact: Box-Office (305-294-5015) Email: Box-Office@waterfrontplayhouse.org January 29 to February 02,  in Key West Second Annual Mile 0 Fest Key West Mile 0 Fest Key West is a new music festival considered a "must see" in the burgeoning Red Dirt & Americana music scene. Take in big shows at Truman Waterfront Park Amphitheatre, a state-of-the-art facility located blocks off the hopping streets of Duval, or get into a stripped down acoustic set with your favorite band leader at one of the theaters or bars off Duval. Many activities and memorable experiences await. February 01 to February 02,  in Key West Cuda Bowl Shallow water flats anglers and guides are invited to hook-up and fight their barracuda rivals. Event is to be headquartered at Hurricane Hole Marina, Stock Island. Prizes and trophies are to be awarded for top angler and guide in light tackle spin and fly divisions. Contact: Loren Rea 305-360-6969 Email: info@cudabowl.com February 01,  in Big Pine Artist Open House at The Perry Hotel Key West From 6-8 p.m., The Perry Hotel Key West and Green Pineapple are pleased to present an Artist Open House, featuring a live demo and original oil paintings by Amanda Johnson, pop-up tables from Green Pineapple vendors, an indulgent cheese display, live music and happy hour offerings. February 01,  in Key West Grand Opening: Visions of Cuba Enjoy a Cuban artists' exhibition, featuring contemporary artwork from over 40 prominent Cuban artists, from 5:30 - 7:30PM at Gato Cigar Factory, 1100 Simonton St. Wine, music, hors d'oeuvres. Exhibit to be on display through May 3. February 02 to February 03,  in Marathon 25th Annual Pigeon Key Art Festival Artists and craftspeople are to exhibit their work from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily at this weekend event, located at the Marathon Community Park, MM 49, that includes live music and delicious food. Marine artist Wyland plans be on hand to create ink paintings to be auctioned live as part of the annual fundraiser. At the Festival, guests will find exhibits and displays, touch tanks, hands-on activities and even a puppet show that bring marine and wildlife education to life. Event proceeds from the event are to benefit the Pigeon Key Foundation. Email: pkartfestival@gmail.com February 04,  in Marathon Florida Keys Concert Association presents: American Chamber Players They are among today’s most exciting and innovative chamber music ensembles. The ensemble, consisting of piano, violin, cello, viola and flute, performs familiar masterpieces as well as modern American works. Founded in 1985 by NPR music commentator Miles Hoffman, the group performs throughout North America and Paris, and on NPR’s Performance Today. Show starts 7:30 p.m., San Pablo Catholic Church. Tickets $30 pp. February 05,  in Islamorada Florida Keys Concert Association presents: American Chamber Players They are among today’s most exciting and innovative chamber music ensembles. The ensemble, consisting of piano, violin, cello, viola and flute, performs familiar masterpieces as well as modern American works. Founded in 1985 by NPR music commentator Miles Hoffman, the group performs throughout North America and Paris, and on NPR’s Performance Today. Show starts 7:30 p.m., Island Community Church. Tickets $30 pp. February 08,  in Key West REEF presents: Lionfish Collection & Handling Workshop REEF is offering a series of free Lionfish Collection and Handling Workshops. The workshops consist of a morning classroom portion covering the background of the invasion, lionfish biology and ecology, impacts, current research findings, and hands-on lessons in how to safely collect and handle lionfish using hand nets, pole spears and ZooKeeper Lionfish Containment Units. Participants who complete the classroom session will have the opportunity to obtain a permit to collect lionfish using hand nets in Sanctuary Preservation Areas (SPAs) within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Following the classroom session, divers and snorkelers can join an accompanying boat charter to practice the collection and handling techniques. Located at Captain's Corner Dive Center, 125 Ann St. Key West. Starts at 9 a.m. The workshops and dives are free and open to the public, but space is limited. Reserve online. February 09,  in Key West 4th Annual Key West Food Truck Festival From 12-7 p.m., the Key West Art & Historical Society event will transform the Fort East Martello parade grounds into a family-friendly musical feast with the tasty delights of Key West’s top-notch food trucks and the grooving tunes of local and international acts. Key West Food Truck Fest founder and co-producer Clint Steckly will park his ever-tasty Triano’s Taco food truck on site along with Irie Island Eats, Flamingo Street, The Raw Machine, Jimmy Sno Concessions, The Pincho Barge, Tarpon River Brewing, Great Events Catering, Key West Glass Works, and more.  Tickets $5 at the door or available for purchase online. Contact: 305.295.6616 x 114 February 09 to February 23,  in Islamorada Matecumbe Historical Trust's “29 Points of Interest” Historical Trolley Tours Enjoy an enlightening trolley ride through time. Guided trolley tours depart at 10 a.m. from the Islamorada Moose Lodge at 81573 Old Highway in Islamorada.The one-hour, colorful and much acclaimed historical tours feature 29 points of interest on the islands of Islamorada. A monitor is located at the front of the trolley showing photos of the past as you see them as they are today. Tour dates: Feb. 9, 16 & 23. Tickets may be purchased on site or call in advance. Adults are $15, children six and under are free. Contact: Barbara Edgar 305-393-0940 February 09,  in Big Pine Putts for Paws Miniature Golf Tournament for Charity Open to the public, the "FUN-draising" event features teams of two for "paw-tastic" fun! Golf for a great cause at Boondock's Grill and Draft House, located at mile marker 27.5, Ramrod Key. Dogs are welcome; an agility course, animal talent show, silent auction and more round out the afternoon. Proceeds benefit the Florida Keys SPCA animal adoption and training programs in the Middle Keys. Team winner’s grand prize is a vacation package valued at $1,000 courtesy of Faro Blanco Resort and Yacht Club. Teams of 2 are $100. Contact: 305-743-4800 February 10 to February 24,  in Key West Key West Artisan Market Browse among culinary, textile, jewelry, wood, artists & crafters, curiosities, live music, craft beer, wine and art and food concessions. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at a NEW location this year, at Higgs Beach. Bring your own bags. A fantastic, family-friendly, free event. Dates: Feb. 10, 24. February 11,  in Key West Key West Theater presents: Arrival From Sweden, The Music of ABBA Witness the most authentic ABBA show ever, delivered in exact replicas of ABBA's famous staging clothes exclusively approved by ABBA's clothing designer. Arrival from Sweden performs together with some of the finest symphony orchestras in the world and also with ABBA original musicians. ARRIVAL from Sweden is the only ABBA tribute band in the world that has been given an unreleased ABBA song, "Just A Notion" directly from Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson of ABBA. Doors open 7 p.m., show starts 8 p.m., Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. February 11,  in Marathon Florida Keys Concert Association presents: Naughton Twins Enjoy the fabulous musical partnership of Christina and Michelle Naughton, and their spellbinding performance of four hands – one piano in concert. The two 29-year-old pianists bring unity to their art form in a way only identical twins can. These two lovely and extraordinary performers are graduates of The Juilliard School and the Curtis Institute of Music. Show starts 7:30 p.m., San Pablo Catholic Church. Tickets $30 pp. February 12,  in Islamorada Florida Keys Concert Association presents: Naughton Twins Enjoy the fabulous musical partnership of Christina and Michelle Naughton, and their spellbinding performance of four hands – one piano in concert. The two 29-year-old pianists bring unity to their art form in a way only identical twins can. These two lovely and extraordinary performers are graduates of The Juilliard School and the Curtis Institute of Music. Show starts 7:30 p.m., Island Community Church. Tickets $30 pp. February 13 to March 30,  in Key West Key West Burlesque presents: Backroom Burlesque  Key West Burlesque is back and better then ever! It has found its home at the Back Space inside of SideBar, 504 Angela Street. Join the excitement two nights  a week (Fri & Sat) for this amazing show. February 16, 23 & March 2, enjoy Backroom Rhapsody: A Tribute to Queen, a dazzling extravaganza of song and dance that can’t be missed. The show incorporates several of the legendary bands greatest hits and unforgettable songs into a high energy, glamour filled production with an all-star cast that includes Tatah DuJour, Moana Amour, and the Key West Burlesque Dancers.Ticket Prices are $35 VIP seating next to the stage; $25 High cocktail table and bar stool; $20 Standing room.   Contact: 305.294.0555 February 13,  in Key West Anne McKee Fine Art Auction Now in its third year at The Studios of Key West, event's doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the auction will begin at 7:00 p.m. Light hors d'oeuvres, Champagne and desserts will be included in the $25 ticket price and there will also be a cash bar. VIP seating is available for $50. The auction preview will be from February 7 - 13 at The Studios of Key West. The highlight of this year's auction will be an original Sal Salinero painting valued at nearly $10,000. The McKee art auction raises money for project-based grants to Keys visual, literary and performing artists. Founded by longtime Key West resident and philanthropist, Anne McKee, the non-profit fund has awarded more than $265,000 since 1994. Tickets available online. February 14,  in Key West Key West Theater presents: Los Lobos (Two Shows) More than three decades have passed since Los Lobos released their debut album, Just Another Band from East L.A. Since then they've repeatedly disproven that title—Los Lobos isn't "just another" anything, but rather a band that has consistently evolved artistically while never losing sight of their humble roots. Showtimes 6:30 and 9:30 p.m., Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. February 14,  in Key West Champagne & Aphrodisiacs Valentine's Day Sunset Sail From 5-7 p.m., celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special someone on Schooner America 2.0 in Key West. As you sail along the beautiful turquoise green waters, you and your loved one will be able to take in all the romance that Key West has to offer while being treated to a delicious pairing menu that is sure to entice consisting of hors d’ oeuvres expertly paired with champagnes and sparkling wines from around the world! February 14,  in Key West Studios of Key West presents: Ben Rosenblum Trio A pianist and composer, Rosenblum has graced the stages of The Lin- coln Center, Carnegie Hall, The Blue Note and many others. Accompanied by two talented cohorts, he presents a special Valentine’s Day concert, featuring music from his latest album, which Jazziz Magazine calls “richly romantic.” Show starts 7 p.m., 533 Eaton St. February 14,  in Key West 36th Annual Wesley House Valentine's Day Gala This Valentine's Day, take your special someone to the beautiful Curry Mansion Inn. Enjoy live music by one of Key West's most popular performing groups, Howard Livingston & the Mile Marker 24 Band. Included with your ticket price, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., is the island's largest silent auction, open bar, dancing, and an elegant dinner designed and prepared by Great Events Catering. VIP and General Admission tickets available. February 15 to February 16,  in Marathon Marathon Community Theater presents: The Drawer Boy This brilliantly touching and often hilarious story follows Miles, a young actor from the big city who moves in with two friends, Morgan and Angus, aging bachelor farmers, to do research for a new play. Intrigued by the puzzling Angus who suffered brain damage during World War II, and gently tormented by Morgan because of his ignorance of all things rural, Miles attempts to integrate himself into farm life with varying success. Desperate for material, Miles includes an overheard story in his play, unwittingly breaking open the fragile pattern of the farmers' lives. Michael Healey's The Drawer Boy is an elegant testimony to the transcendent nature of fiction and the healing power of truth. Show times 8 p.m. February 15 to February 16,  in Key West 59th Annual Key West Home Tours Tour a series of elegant and unique private homes of Key West, ranging from exquisite restorations to creative renovations, and interior design that complements each. February and March tours are offered 10 am to 4 pm each day. Transportation between homes is not provided. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 on tour days. Proceeds benefit the foundation's Oldest House Museum, grant and scholarship programs. Contact: 305-294-9501 Email: tickets@oirf.org February 15,  in Key West WLRN Public Radio Presents: A Special Evening with Joshua Johnson, NPR Host of 1A In partnership with The Studios of Key West, WLRN presents an engaging evening with one of public radio’s rising stars, Joshua Johnson, host of the NPR radio program 1A. WLRN’s VP of News Tom Hudson and WLRN Keys Reporter Nan Klingener is to moderate a lively conversation with Joshua about important topics with national and regional relevance. Audience participation will be welcomed. This special fundraising event is in support of independent journalism and WLRN’s commitment to its Southernmost News Bureau in Key West. Event is to be held from 5:30 – 7PM at The Studios of Key West. Tickets purchased online. Contact: Ellen Soto Email: esoto@friendsofwlrn.org February 16,  in Key West Inaugural Pup Crawl Key West In the Southernmost City you’ll find an amazing mix of eclectic, locally owned businesses, breweries, restaurants and bars. Key West is one of the most pet friendly places in the world! This character allows for awesome events for you and your fur babies while raising money for the Florida Keys SPCA. You and your furry friend can “crawl” from bar to bar and engage in various activities at each location. Gather up toys, photos, artwork and prizes along the way as you mingle local pups up for adoption. There’s even a pup pool pawty! This Pup Crawl will be a fun filled afternoon for all. Registration is at The Green Room, rain or shine, starts at 12pm and Crawl begins promptly at 1pm. Tickets available now for $20, register online.  February 16,  in Islamorada Free Outdoor Pops-in-the-Park: Tropical Tunes and Tails A free concert at the ICE Amphitheater at Islamorada's Founders Park, Bayside, MM 87, Plantation Key. Performances are outdoors; no chairs provided, bring blankets. Starts at 4 p.m. Admission free. Presented by Keys Community Concert Band. Annual pet parade (bring your puppy!), wild animal petting zoo, animal shelter fundraiser.  Play-along percussion provided. Contact: 305-853-7294 Email: keyscommunityconcertband@yahoo.com February 16,  in Key Largo Upper Keys Garden Walk 2019 From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., tour several private out--of-sight gardens, then return to the Francis Tracy Garden Center grounds (MM94 Bayside). The self-guided tour offers a chance to visit a wide variety of island garden styles not otherwise available for viewing. Enjoy the complimentary Tea Party, spectacular Garden Market vendors of all types, and groovy art show. Tickets $30 in advance, $35 day of. Email: info@gardenclubupperkeys.org February 16 to February 17,  in Marathon Third Annual ALR Coral Head Music Festival Nationally recognized bands are to perform as well as Keys favorites for an all-day music fest. ALL proceeds benefit charities, including Project: Vet Relief, Relay for Life and Wesley House Family Services. The two-day, jam packed musical charity event is to be held at the Marathon Community Park Amphitheater, from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. each day. Presented by American Legion Riders. Email: legionriders154@gmail.com February 17,  in Key West Key West Impromptu Concerts presents: Camerata Ensemble Camerata RCO is a unique ensemble comprised of members of Amsterdam's renowned Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. These colleagues founded this independent group with the desire to explore smaller, more intimate, repertoire.  Tours have taken them to New York, Minsk, Tokyo, Seoul, Vienna, Rome and Madrid. Camerata RCO has recorded five well-regarded albums featuring music by Mozart, Mendelssohn, Corelli, and Mahler. Performances take place at 4 p.m. at the historic St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 401 Duval St. February 18,  in Marathon Florida Keys Concert Association presents: Camerata RCO These young talented members of the great Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra of Amsterdam also love the energy and intimacy of a chamber orchestra. So, they formed this unique ensemble, which has brought that energy to delighted audiences around the world, and now to the Florida Keys. Show starts 7:30 p.m., Marathon High School. Tickets $30 pp. February 18,  in Key West Rick Lanning – Calotype Photography and Its Short Evolution Presented by Old Island Restoration Foundation. Rick will explain what Calotype photography is, it’s importance to art and photography history, the actual steps to the process and how many photographers continue to use this process today.  Conversation will also surround the possibility of Calotype photography in historic Key West. Rick will have  his own Calotype camera on display, as well as images on to view and purchase. From 12:30 - 1:30 PM, location: Oldest House Garden – 322 Duval Street. Admission: $10, $5 for members February 18,  in Key West Friends of the Key West Library Lecture Series: A Discussion of Tennessee Williams Dennis Beaver, curator of the Tennessee Williams Museum, is to discuss the iconic playwright who called Key West home from the late 1940s until his death in 1983. Williams lived in Key West and had a pivotal influence on the island’s literary culture. The award-winning playwright penned classics including “The Glass Menagerie,” “A Streetcar Named Desire” and “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.”   Starts at 6 p.m., Meeting Room at Old City Hall at 510 Green St. Email: pat@pkcboston.com February 19,  in Islamorada Florida Keys Concert Association presents: Camerata RCO These young talented members of the great Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra of Amsterdam also love the energy and intimacy of a chamber orchestra. So, they formed this unique ensemble, which has brought that energy to delighted audiences around the world, and now to the Florida Keys. Show starts 7:30 p.m., Island Community Church. Tickets $30 pp. February 19,  in Key West February's Full Moon Experience: "In Love with Key West" Come celebrate the full moon at Higgs Beach with all-ages yoga starting at 7pm, and then kick it off into high gear with a DJ and surprises all night from 8pm-midnight. This month's theme is: In Love with Key West. We ask that you show up in love attire with anything that has to do with Key West. February birthdays celebration is at 9pm. Motivated by self-expression and participation, the Key West Full Moon Experience has attracted hundreds of people to be a part of what is labeled as a “Celebration of Us”. This unique style of entertainment happens every full moon, from Oct-June, creating a different theme very month. All ages are welcomed to participate in yoga, which kicks off the night, following that is a night full of dancing with local DJs and bands, and surprise offerings every month. This is a family-friendly event. No tickets are necessary, but cash donations are accepted the night of. February 21,  in Islamorada Morada Way Arts & Cultural District presents: Third Thursday Art Walk Showcasing the fine arts, music and culinary nuances of the Purple Isles, the Morada Way Arts & Cultural District features national and local artisans who are showcased in galleries at Morada Way between mile marker 81 and 82, as well as "culinary art" and live music from 6-9 p.m. A great pre-holiday celebration. Free admission. Art Walk is held the third Thursday of each month. February 21,  in Key West Studios of Key West presents: Annual Starlight Ball Costumes are encouraged, or just dust off your old tuxedo; we expect Hollywood Stars, celestial bodies, and the occasional extra-terrestrial. Plus plenty to eat and drink, and a dance floor that’s out of this world! From 7-10 p.m., at Studios of Key West, 533 Eaton St. Tickets $100 for members; $125 for non-members. The Studios of Key West offers studio space, lectures, workshops, residencies, partnership projects and nurtures the creation of work; their mission is to build audiences and support the advancement of established and emerging creative people in the Florida Keys. Contact: 305-296-0458 February 22 to April 30,  in Key West Artist Paul Arsenault Exhibit at Custom House Museum Presented by Key West Art & Historical Society, the work of artist Paul Arsenault is to be featured at a special opening reception on February 22 from 6–7PM in the Bumpus Gallery at the Custom House Museum, 281 Front St. “Coastal Trade: Bounty, Booty, and Boats of the Gulf and Glades from Naples to Key West” is an exhibit of over 30 of Arsenault’s paintings that are a window into the pioneering days of southwest Florida’s maritime trading networks, presented along with artifacts from Arsenault’s personal collection and the Society’s archives. Exhibit runs through April 30. Contact: 305-295-6616 x112 Email: cconvertitofarrar@kwahs.org February 23 to February 24,  in Key West 54th Annual Old Island Days Art Festival The 54th annual juried outdoor fine art festival features oil paintings, watercolors, sculpture, photography and other offerings by more than 100 artists from around the United States and beyond. The event takes place on lower Whitehead Street in historic Old Town. Contact: 304-294-1243 February 23 to February 24,  in Islamorada Rotary Gigantic Nautical Flea Market Thousands of bargain hunters are expected to browse and buy fishing gear, rods, reels, line, lures and tools. Hours are 8AM - 5PM Saturday, 9AM to 3PM Sunday. Event is staged at Founders Park, MM 87. Free Parking at Coral Shores High School (MM 90). Free shuttle to the park. A $5 per adult suggested donation on entry. February 25,  in Marathon Florida Keys Concert Association presents: Spanish Brass Spanish Brass is one of the most dynamic and admired brass groups on the international music scene. They have played in some of the most prestigious venues and festivals around the globe. The group has been compared to the famed 1970’s Canadian Brass for their amazing musicianship, brilliant color and comedic moments on stage that endear them to audiences. Show starts 7:30 p.m., Marathon High School. Tickets $30 pp. February 26,  in Islamorada Florida Keys Concert Association presents: Spanish Brass Spanish Brass is one of the most dynamic and admired brass groups on the international music scene. They have played in some of the most prestigious venues and festivals around the globe. The group has been compared to the famed 1970’s Canadian Brass for their amazing musicianship, brilliant color and comedic moments on stage that endear them to audiences. Show starts 7:30 p.m., Island Community Church. Tickets $30 pp.