chamber connection - the Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce

CHAMBER
CONNECTION
Our Mission Statement:
The mission of the Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce is to
promote and inform the business community.
www.floridakeysmarathon.com
The Official Monthly Publication of the Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce
Business After Hours
Hosted by
Marathon Elks Lodge
#2139
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
8239 Overseas Hwy
5:30 to 7:30 PM
Networking
50/50 Raffle ~ Food/Fun
~
Membership Luncheon
Hosted by
Marathon Yacht Club
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
825 33rd Street Gulf
12 noon Please RSVP
Speaker:
County Mayor
Heather Carruthers
Topic:
2011 State of the County
Presentation
Food/Fun
50/50 Raffle ~ Networking
August2011
Member Bits ‘n Pieces
Last month’s Business After Hours
was held poolside at Sunset Grille &
Raw Bar on Wed. July 13th. The large
crowd enjoyed the live music from
John Bartus’s Stormwatch. The
catered event had a great turnout
and everyone enjoyed the waterfront
view. We had several guest speakers
and lots of prizes and cash to give
away!
The membership luncheon was held
on Tuesday July 19th at Lencho’s
Restaurant. Everyone enjoyed the
delicious Mexican buffet, while
listening to Chamber CEO Daniel
Samess discuss the Business
Beautification Program. Several of
our guests had the opportunity to
speak to the crowd on behalf of their
businesses and community news.
Important August 2011
Chamber Functions
Business After Hours
Hosted by Marathon Elks Lodge #2139
(8239 O/S Hwy) on Wednesday
August 10th from 5:30-7:30. Come
on out and support this NEW
Chamber Member! As always, the
Business After Hours events offer a
great opportunity for networking
and socializing with the community.
Chamber Luncheon
The luncheon will be held at
Marathon Yacht Club on August 16th
from noon-1:00pm. The guest
speaker will be County Mayor Heather
Carruthers. The discussion will
include the 2011 State of the County
Presentation. Please RSVP as space
is limited. Call or email Jeanine at
305-743-5417 or
[email protected]
Our Events include
fun with: Fifty/Fifty
Scholarship Raffles,
Gift Baskets and Gift
Certificates as well
as Business Card
Drawings along with food, fun &
networking!
Chamber Ambassadors:
Anne O’Bannon, Cathy Cone, David
Grego, Julie Johnson, Laura Goodman,
Mike Kiraly, Mike Puto, Tara Morris,
Shannon Vasko and Lori Bailey.
We will be pleased to schedule one
of these Chamber representatives
for a friendly personal visit to your
business or upcoming event.
Contact Jeanine at the Chamber.
743-5417 x 203
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Greater Marathon
Chamber of Commerce
2010 / 2011 Board of Directors
Kate Koler - Chairman of the Board
The Weekly Newspaper, Inc.
5996 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050
305-743-0844 / Cell: 305-395-9844
Fax: 305-743-0866 [email protected]
Lupe Marzoa - Chairman Elect
TIB Bank of the Keys
PO Box 50399, Marathon, FL 33050
305-743-0072 / Cell 305-923-9172
Fax: 305-743-9473 [email protected]
Chris Gratton - Treasurer
Keys Contracting Services
5210 Dogwood Dell, Marathon, FL 33050
Cell: 305-481-1582 [email protected]
Ben Daniels - Secretary - Exit Realty
39 Treasure Road, Marathon, FL 33050
305-743-9292 / Cell 305- 395-2723
Fax: 305-289-4444 [email protected]
Jo Ann Wagner – Past Chairman
Centennial Bank
11290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050
305-676-3020 Cell 305-731-9568
Fax: 305-289-0000 [email protected]
Matthew I. Anthony - Director
Sparky’s Landing/Sombrero Reef Inn
PO Box 510716, Key Colony Beach, FL 33051
305-743-4118 or 289-7445 Cell: 305-684-9799
[email protected]
Tricia Baker - Director
Marathon Lumber, 11401 1st Avenue - Gulf
305-743-3688
Fax: 305-743-4954 / Cell: 305-393-4486
[email protected]
Peter Chapman - Director
Chapman Asset Management
65 – 53rd Street, Marathon, FL 33050
305-743-6095 Cell:305-395-1311
Fax:305-509-7784 [email protected]
Byron “Biff” Goss - Director
Big Time Bate & Tackle
11499 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050
Cell:305-481-6212 / Fax: 305-289-0118
[email protected]
Paul Lebo - Director
Paul Lebo Enterprise
620 – 85th street, Marathon, FL 33050
305-743-3788 Cell:305-896-4904
[email protected]
John Mirabella - Director
Castaway Restaurant
1406 Oceanview Avenue, Marathon, FL 33050
305-743-6247 / Cell 305-481-7202
Fax: 305-743-6248 [email protected]
Sheldon Suga – Director
Hawk’s Cay Resort
61 Hawks Cay Blvd, Duck Key, FL 33050-3756
305-743-7000 / Fax: 305-743-5215
[email protected]
April Tracy - Director - Cabana Breezes
401 Ocean Dr. East, Key Colony Beach, FL 33051
305-743-4443 / 305-393-0631 / Fax: 305-289-7622
[email protected]
*Daniel Samess, CEO*
Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce
12222 Overseas Hwy. Ph:305-743-5417
Fax: 305-289-0183 Cell: 305-849-9688
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CEO’s Letter
BUSINESS
BEAUTIFICATION
PROGRAM UNDERWAY
&
Chamber’s
BIG
Raffle Contest
You have heard and read about our
Business Beautification Program; after
receiving over 20 applications from
Marathon Chamber business members,
all deserving; the Chamber’s Board of
Directors had the arduous task of choosing
10 grant recipients. As I mentioned all our
applicants were very deserving and we all
wished we could fund every single business
that applied. Unfortunately only 10 could
be chosen this year, and we are confident
and excited that their beautification projects
will not only add to each of their business’s
visual appeal but also add to the beautification of Marathon and The Middle Keys.
2011 Marathon Business Beautification
Grant Recipients:
Marathon Elks Lodge
Abyss Dive Center
SALT Services
Dolphin Research Center
Fish Tales Restaurant & Eatery
Swimming Pools, Etc.
Fred’s Beds
Castaways Restaurant
Tilden’s Scuba Center
Bishop, Rosasco, & Co.
1st Grand Prize = A luxury vacation package
valued at over $6,000.00. Winner will have
a choice of five different, unique vacation
packages from a shopping spree at Saks
Fifth Avenue in Chicago, five-night stay in
Costa Rica, Wrigley Field VIP experience,
a Napa Valley wine tour and tasting, and
Celebrity Cruise in a deluxe stateroom
with balcony. All trips include airfare for
two and accommodations!
2nd Grand prize = A Full-Day Offshore
Charter with Best Bet Sportfishing,
Captained by Jason Long. This amazing
all-day fishing trip is valued at $900.00!
This will be an exciting opportunity for
chamber-members and locals to support
a great organization in the Marathon
Chamber while also having a chance to
win some fabulous prizes. We will draw
the winners at the Chamber’s Awards &
Installation banquet at Hawks Cay Resort
on Oct. 14th. Winners do not have to be
present to win. We hope you all will
purchase tickets and support your
Marathon Chamber of Commerce.
For more info please contact the
Marathon Chamber at 305-743-5417
and ask for Daniel, Jeanine, or Leah.
Stay tuned to their progress in the
Chamber’s Newsletter, Email Blast, and
local papers such as the Keynoter, Weekly,
and Free Press!
Most Respectfully,
We would also like to inform all our
members about our 1st Annual BIG Raffle
Prize Contest. Your Chamber will be selling
$25.00 raffle tickets to raise monies for our
annual programs (scholarships, beautification
program, civic donations, etc.). Raffle tickets
will be sold here at the Marathon Chamber
as well as at our monthly Business After
Hours and Luncheons. Only a total of 500
tickets will be sold with a 1st and a 2nd grand
prize.
CEO
Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce
(305) 743-5417
[email protected]
www.FloridaKeysMarathon.com
www.RelocateToTheFloridaKeys.com
www.MarathonSeafoodFestival.com
Member Bits ‘n Pieces
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A special note: We invite Chamber Members to come by the
Chamber Office to meet with our Tourist Information Specialists.
Please provide our Visitor’s Center Specialists any additional
information or highlights that you would like us to promote for
your business.
Chamber Email / Internet Marketing Program:
Please email or call Daniel directly for more information
on our newest marketing program! We will be sending out
monthly email blasts to a growing list of visitors (already
over 3500) and travel writers (over 250). The email blast
will consist of up to
20 business listings
(includes a picture/
logo, contact info and
website link) as well
as a calendar of events.
This blast is a great
way to get noticed
by travel writers and
potential visitors.
The cost is only $25/
month to participate.
(305)743-5417 or [email protected]
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In Other News ...
Monroe County School District
Aug 11-New Teachers Report
Aug 15-All Teachers Report
Aug 19-Meet Your Teachers- Marathon H.S (1:30-3:30pm)
Aug 22-Students Report 1st Day of School
GRAND OPENING
CURLYS COFFEE COMPANY (DRIVE THRU)
For your upcoming events please contact Jeanine at the
Chamber office to keep up to date with the City Wide
Calendar of Events. Please call/email details of your
upcoming affairs so we can promote them for you.
305-743-5417 [email protected]
Or try our Brand New Events Calendar!
Create your own
Community Events!
Now YOU can submit
your own events to our
online calendar. Visit www.
floridakeysmarathon.com
and Click to Submit Your
Event or call the Chamber
for details.
Marathon Vacation.com
Real Estate Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
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August Meetings
2-City Council Budget
Workshop 6:00pm
Mthn Fire Station
2-Community Image
Advisory Board Mtg
1:30pm FDOT
4-Nearshore Waters
Committee Mtg 6:00pm
Mthn Fire Station
9-City Council-Staff
Agenda Briefing
Workshop 10:00am
Mthn Fire Station
9-City Council Meeting 5:30pm Mthn Govt Center
9-TDC Meeting 10:00am Hawks Cay Resort
10-Business After Hours (see inside)
11- Parks and Recreation Committee 6:00pm
Mthn Fire Station
15-Planning Commission Meeting 5:30 pm
Mthn Fire Station
16-Chamber Luncheon (see inside)
17-DAC III Meeting 9:00am Hawks Cay Resort
17-BOCC Meeting 9:00am Nelson Govt Center Key Largo
18-City Council Budget Workshop 6:00pm
Mthn Fire Station
23-City Council/Staff Agenda Briefing Workshop
10:00am Mthn Fire Station
23-City Council Meeting 5:30pm Mthn Govt Center
24-Code Board Hearing 6:00pm Mthn Fire Station
In Other News ...
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August 7
August 1-5
car washes. The monies will go to the City of Marathon as
our part of the new sod for the park. Iberia Bank
(by McDonald's) 10:00am-2:00pm
Pigeon Key Foundation Summer Day
(and Overnight) Camp
August 10
The tiny Middle Keys island of Pigeon Key is offering summer
Marine Science Camp opportunities for children age 8 and
older. Designed to offer hands-on daily programs, Pigeon
Key Marine Science Camp includes workshops on marine
mammals, reef fish, coral reef systems and invertebrates
as well as hard and soft corals found in Florida and Caribbean
waters. In addition, campers can take workshops on
underwater photography and the gathering of specimens.
Participants age 10 and older also can get scuba certification
during a camp session or take a refresher course if already
certified. A minimum of four participants is required. An
overnight session is offered Aug. 1-5 as well.
Contact: Ananda Ellis at 305-564-8013
August 2
Crane Point Meeting
Eco Adventure Canopy Tour
Marathon Community Theater 6pm
Meeting will discuss Crane Point’s new educational program.
There will also be a Question & Answer session.
August 5-6
Marathon Community Theatre presents:
Sexy & Miggs Summer Reading
Sexy & Miggs is a warm and funny story about two friends
who grew up on South Beach during the late 1980s through
the 1990s as it transformed from a "paradise lost" to the
world-famous place that celebrities now call home. The
summer reading is held in the gallery at Marathon Community
Theatre with open seating. Tickets are on sale now for $10.
Performances begin promptly at 8 p.m.
Contact: 305-743-0994
The Middle Keys Relay Teams are putting on three
Business After Hours
Marathon Elks Lodge 2139 (8239 O/S Hwy) from
5:30pm - 7:30pm Come on out and welcome this
NEW Chamber Member!
Refreshments, food, prizes and as always, great networking
opportunities at the Marathon Chamber of Commerce
Business After Hours.
August 11
Friends In Focus: Free Environmental Movie Night
FILM: “ALLIGATOR”
Where: Marathon United States Sail & Power Squadron
Education Building located at 2011 Loggerhead Lane in
Marathon (behind the Panda-House Restaurant which is
across from PUBLIX).
Social 7:00pm Film: 7:30 - 8:30pm
August 16
Luncheon
to be held at
Marathon Yacht Club
(825 33rd Street)
Noon - 1pm Cost: $16
Guest Speaker:
County Mayor
Heather Carruthers.
Topic: 2011 State of
the County Presentation.
Please RSVP to Jeanine at
305-743-5417 or
[email protected]
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August 6
Lobster season
is now open until
March 31st, 2012! Be sure
to read the new regulations,
as there have been some
changes.
Have a great lobster
season
everyone!
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August 25
DON'T MISS THE OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN
US FOR THIS 1-TIME EVENT!
SPACE IS LIMITED! BE SURE TO
PRE-REGISTER!
AGENDA
5:30 - 6:00 Cocktails & light
Hors d'oeuvres (Cash Bar)
6:00 - 7:30 Feature Film
7:30 - 8:30 Q&A Panel
http://forkmarathon.eventbrite.com/
SAVE THE DATE…
September 16
CALLING ALL SPELLERS!!!
Habitat for Humanity of the
Middle Keys 12th (Not-So)
Annual Adult Spelling Bee
Join Us For This Critically Acclaimed
Film!!! – Forks Over Knives
Sponsored by:
Food for Thought, The Total Wellness
Center and the American Cancer Society
Despite the most advanced medical
technology in the world, we are sicker
than ever by nearly every measure.
What has happened to us? Cases of
diabetes are exploding, especially
amongst our younger population.
About half of us are taking at least
one prescription drug and major
medical operations have become
routine. Heart disease, cancer and
stroke are the country’s three leading
causes of death, even though billions
are spent each year to “battle” these
very conditions. Millions suffer from
a host of other degenerative diseases.
Could it be there’s a single solution to
all of these problems? A solution so
comprehensive but so straightforward,
that it’s mind-boggling that more of us
haven’t taken it seriously? FORKS OVER
KNIVES examines the profound claim
that most, if not all, of the so called
“diseases of affluence” that afflict us can
be controlled, or even reversed through
the foods we eat (and don’t eat)!
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is September 16th
at San Pablo Church
Hall. This is a 3
person team event
that is fun and
spirited. There
are refreshments, a
panel of judges, the ever so talented
Mr. Jason Koler as our charismatic
Emcee, and a crowd of rooters / hecklers
to make it just that much more fun.
Prizes are awarded for 'Best Team
Name', 'Best Costume' and of course
for 'Best Spellers'. Who can take the
First Place this year???????
To register, contact HFH Executive
Director at 305-743-9828. The sooner
you register the sooner you get the list
of words :) Grab some friends, have
a blast, and support Habitat for
Humanity of the Middle Keys.
11th Annual 2010 Winners:
Winning Word: Schadenfreude
1st – Edward Jones –
“Edward Scissor Jones”
2nd – Stanley Switlik “Dolphins Dubble Triple Trubble"
3rd – Jaycee's - "Spellin like a Fellin"
Best Name - Jaycee's "Spellin like a Fellin"
Best Costume - Edward Jones "Edward Scissor Jones"
See our website for photos...
www.HabitatMiddleKeys.org
New event location on Hawks Cay
Marina with FREE ON-SITE PARKING.
Calling all volunteers! Sign up early to
receive preferred shifts. Volunteers
receive t-shirt and free admission on day
of shift. Contact Lupe Marzoa with your
availability
[email protected]
Events Sept. 30th through Oct. 2nd
You don't have to be a native conch to
celebrate Conchtoberfest. Just kayak,
cruise, walk, bike or drive over to Hawks
Cay Resort September 30th through
October 2nd and earn your conch status
by helping us celebrate the sights,
sounds, flavors and laid-back lifestyle
of the Florida Keys. Live island tunes
will echo the shoreline each day; fresh,
regional dishes and ice cold drinks will
be served by talented local chefs; exciting games and contests will keep the kids
entertained; and it will all take place at
the beautiful Hawks Cay Resort on Duck
Key, in the center of the Florida Keys.
We know you'll have a blast the entire
Conchtoberfest weekend, but you may
want to start the celebration a few
nights early! Join us for Conchtoberfest
Nights. Each evening during the week
building up to Conchtoberfest, a local
establishment will hold a themed event
to celebrate the Keys and raise money
for local charities.
Visit http://experience.hawkscay.com/
conchtoberfest for more info.
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SEA LION SPLASH:
Get up close and personal
in a hands-on experience
with a California sea lion.
Slip into the water and
stand waist-deep on a submerged
platform while the trainer introduces
you to your new friend. Feel the sleek
texture of her fur when she glides
under your hand for a backrub. Smile
while she smooches you on the cheek.
During this terrific program, you'll
learn about their physiology, society
and other interesting details, all while
interacting face-to-face with one of
DRC's beautiful family members.
Sea Lion Splash is offered Monday
through Sunday on a walk-in basis
only. The cost of this program is
$80.00 plus admission for visitors age
5 to adult. Children under the age of 8
must be
accompanied
by a participating adult.
English is a
must! Space
is limited to
4 participants
and spots
may quickly
sell.
Dear Friends of Crane Point Museum
and Nature Center,
As you may know, the Florida Keys
Land and Sea Trust is preparing to
embark on a very exciting and dynamic
educational program; one that we
believe provides a new solution to
many of the long-term challenges
that Crane Point has faced for
numerous years.
Our proposed Eco Adventure Canopy
Tour has been in development for the
past two years and at this time, most
of the details of the project and
program have been carefully worked
out. We are very excited about our
new project and believe that it will
not only benefit Crane Point, but the
City of Marathon as well.
May 28 –
September 3
Museum to
participate in
Blue Star
Museums
program
Last week John Henderson, Crane
Point’s Operation Manager, gave a
presentation to the Marathon City
Council in which he discussed the
details of the project. He asked the
City Council to support our project
and requested that the City of
Marathon procure Federal funding
for the project through the Community
Development Block Grant program
on Crane Point’s behalf. After viewing
the presentation, the Marathon City
Council voted unanimously to place
the request on their August 9, 2011
agenda for Public Hearing.
announce that it will again participate
in the Blue Star Museums program,
providing all active duty, National
Guard, Reserve military personnel
and up to five family members with
free museum admission from
Memorial Day Weekend (May 28)
to Labor Day (September 5).
We realize that many of you were
unable to attend the City Council
meeting and that you may have
questions regarding our proposed
project. As such, we are inviting our
entire community to join us at a
meeting in which John Henderson
will give the presentation detailing
the Eco Adventure Canopy Tour
Program.
The meeting will be held on Tuesday,
August 2, 2011 at 6:00 PM at the
Marathon Community Theatre.
Please join us to learn all about our
new educational program and to
participate in a question and answer
session.
Sincerely,
Audrey Moir, Executive Director
Crane Point Museum and Nature Center
The History of
Diving Museum is proud to
The Museum is one of 1,100
museums participating in this
program, an initiative of the National
Endowment for the Arts and Blue
Star Families. More information can
be found at www.arts.gov/national/
bluestarmuseums/
August 17th, 7pm – Free program
presented by Museum co-founder,
Dr. Sally E. Bauer
Leigh Ann's Coffee House
301 Sadowski Causeway,
Key Colony Beach Florida 33051
Every Saturday Night is Family Night
at Leigh Ann's Coffee House
Bring the Kids, Purchase 2 scoop
ice cream and get a kiddy cone for
free.
Hot Fudge
sundaes
served in a
Margarita
glass $6.00
Banana Split
$7.00
We have all
the fixins!
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Welcome New Members
KEATING SPORTFISHING
985 East 75th Street
Marathon, FL 33050
Tel: 305-743-6654
[email protected]
Contact: Richard Keating
MARATHON ELKS LODGE 2139
8239 Overseas Hwy
Marathon, FL 33050
Tel: 305-289-0417
Fax: 305-289-3417
[email protected]
Contact: Rose Lavay
CUNNINGHAM MILLER PA
2975 Overseas Hwy
Marathon, FL 33050
Tel: 305-743-9428
Fax: 305-743-8800
[email protected]
Contact: Robert Miller
ECO POOLS
10939 Overseas Hwy
Marathon, FL 33050
Tel: 305-743-3019
Fax: 305-743-3019
[email protected]
Contact: Eduardo Acosta
ISLAND RESOURCES, INC
(On Line Travel)
1600 Estero Blvd Ste E
Ft. Myers Beach, FL 33931
Tel: 305-992-5000
[email protected]
Contact: Michael Faircloth
CATEGORY 5 SIGNS /
BARRETT PRINTING
6363 Overseas Hwy #6
Marathon, FL 33050
Tel: 305-743-3331
Fax: 305-743-3313
[email protected]
Contact: Claire Murray
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Visitor Center Member
MARATHON FLORIDA KEYS
KITE BOARDING & STAND UP
PADDLE-BOARDING
61 Hawks Cay Blvd.
Marathon, FL 33050
Tel: 1-305-942-9635
[email protected]
Contact: Aaron Osters
CHAMBER MEMBER RECAP
New members this month: 6
Total members: 409
VISITOR CENTER RECAP
New members this month: 1
Total Members: 85
Executive
Membership
Circle
Starfish Level
Fishermen’s Hospital
VISITORS CENTER
STATISTICS
For June 2011
Total Number of Visitors:
3519
Daily Average:
117
Arriving W/O Reservations:
28%
Top State:
Florida
Top Country:
Germany
Member Referral Program:
Anytime a current member of
the Chamber successfully refers
another business to join they will
receive $25 dollars in
“Chamber Bucks!”
Chamber Bucks can be used
to purchase advertising on our
website, newsletter insert,
or to attend
monthly luncheon meetings!
Angelfish Level
Centennial Bank
Capital Bank
Iberia Bank
First State Bank
NuRelm
Hawks Cay
Seahorse
Level
BB&T Bank
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to auditions and be prepared to offer a brief presentation of
the skit. The Hooray for Hollywood theme will celebrate the
adventure, drama and music that movies bring to our lives.
A suggested song list is posted on our website at
www.marathontheater.org.
Group numbers and skits must be no longer than three
minutes. Solos or duets must be no longer than two
minutes. Performers are limited to perform in a maximum
of three acts. A rehearsal schedule will be announced
during auditions. Rehearsal attendance is important and
all participants must be members of Marathon Community
Theatre. Membership is $10 per year for a single person
and $15 per year for the entire family. Membership can
be paid at the time of auditions.
One Weekend Only performances are scheduled for
October 7 and 8 at 8:00 p.m. and October 9 at 3:00 p.m.
All performances are mandatory.
One Weekend Only Hooray for Hollywood is directed by
Jennifer Powell and produced by Alicia Merel. Anyone
interested in auditioning but unable to attend audition
dates, August 6 and 7, please contact Jennifer at
[email protected].
For more information about Marathon Community
Theatre, call Loretta Geotis at 305-743-0408, email to
[email protected] or stop by the theatre at
5101 Overseas Highway in Marathon.
MARATHON COMMUNITY THEATRE
HOLDS AUDITIONS FOR ANNUAL VARIETY SHOW
Marathon Community Theatre (MCT) will hold auditions at
the theatre on Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, August 7,
from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the annual variety show known
as One Weekend Only. We are looking for singers, dancers
and musicians. One Weekend Only also features a selection
of skits. If you have an idea for a skit that coincides with this
year’s theme, Hooray for Hollywood, please bring your ideas
Matinee Madness!
Classic Movies on the Big Screen, Every Wednesday 2 PM
(Admission is one non–perishable food item to help the
community food bank). (305) 743–0288 for Scheduled Movie
Learn to Dance - Tap Dancing - Movement Dancing
Belly Dancing (Women Only)
Check the MCT Calendar for class schedule.
Free for All MCT Members
August 2011
Marathon
DATE
1-Aug
3-Aug
3-Aug
3-Aug
7-Aug
11-Aug
11-Aug
12-Aug
20-Aug
24-Aug
24-Aug
29-Aug
31-Aug
31-Aug
PLACE
US Post Office (main)
Office Depot
Keys Insurance/Gulfside Village
National Night Out/City Park
Iberia Bank(next to McDonalds)
Marathon Government Center
Daffy Doug's Discount Dollar
Publix
K Mart
West Marine
Elks Lodge
US Post Office (main)
Fishermen's Hospital
Publix
TIME
1:00pm-7:00pm
11:30am-2:00pm
2;30pm-5:00
6:00pm-9:00pm
10:00am-3:00pm
2:30-6:00
6:30pm-8:00pm
12:30pm-5:30pm
10:00am-3:00pm
1:00pm-3:00pm
4:00pm-7:00pm
1:00pm-6:30pm
12:30pm-3:30pm
4:00pm-7:00pm
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Business After Hours at
Sunset Grille & Raw Bar
10
Luncheon
Lencho’s
Authentic Mexican & Seafood Restaurant
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Member Spotlight
Keating Sport Fishing
was established in Marathon in 1987.
It is owned and operated by Capt.
Richard Keating. It provides light tackle
fishing opportunities for Tarpon, Permit,
and Bonefish as well as many other
species found on the Flats of the Florida
Keys. We can accommodate the
advanced Angler as well as the novice
and provide professional instruction for
each. Whether you choose the special
challenge of fly fishing or light tackle
fishing with a spinning rod you will be
provided with top of the line equipment, flies, and bait.
Generally, you will fish Marathon,
Big Pine, and Sugarloaf area, however
depending on the weather, wind, tides,
and the targeted species; we may range
from Key Largo to Key West to insure
that you get the best opportunity on
any given day. Also, from November to
January we will fish the waters of
Everglades National Park for Snook,
Redfish, Trout, and Tarpon.
The number one goal is to get you to
the fish that you want to land, make
sure that you have a great time doing it,
and bring you back happy and satisfied.
You will have a great time on the water,
guaranteed!
Keating Sportfishing
985 East 75th St.
Marathon, FL 33050
305-743-6654
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Marathon Vacation.com
Real Estate is a full service real estate
brokerage specializing in waterfront
properties and vacation rentals in the
Middle Keys. Jo Ann Cook, the owner/
broker has been selling real estate in
the Keys since 2001 and opened up
the company officially for business
in mid June. She has been a topproducing agent for several years
and was one of the top four agents
in the entire Keys for 2010 with over
$21 million in closed sales.
Marathon Vacation.com Real Estate
offers a state of the art conference
room with high definition visual
equipment for viewing listings in
comfortable chairs and air conditioning
before heading out on your property
search. All the agents at MVRE are
full time real estate professionals
with extensive local knowledge of the
area and waterways.
10055 Overseas Hwy,
Marathon, FL 33050
305-735-4095
www.marathonvacation.com
[email protected]
Marathon Free Press
Amanda Harbinson has lived in the
keys for 5 years, but only recently has
she become the sales and marketing
representative for the Marathon
Free Press.
Originally from Seattle, Amanda is
now a Big Pine resident. With husband
Tom and two children Ethan (4)
and Skylee (9 months) they enjoy
fishing, boating and all that the
Florida Keys have to offer.
When it comes to marketing, Amanda
has solutions for most any business in
the Middle Keys. In addition to the
Marathon Free Press, Amanda is also
well versed in marketing solutions from
Key West (Citizen), Boca Chica NAS
(Southernmost Flyer), Upper Keys
(Islamorada Free Press) and restaurants
throughout the keys in Menu Guide
and menufloridakeys.com.
Please be sure and call Amanda for
all of your marketing and advertising
needs. She can be reached at
305-292-7777 x232 or
[email protected]
Amanda Harbinson
Advertising Representative
Key West Citizen
3420 Northside Drive
Key West, FL, 33040
Phone (305) 292-7777 x204
Fax (305) 295-8020
[email protected]
Kudos !
Letters from Our Visitors
7/13/11
Just wanted to thank all marathon locals for an amazing
two weeks. We utilized many of the local restaurants,
Tilden's dive shop, boat rentals, Publix, various bait shops.
All treated our group exceptional well. We visited 4th of July
festivities based on the information you had provided via the
chamber news letter. Attended the city park festivities,
parade, watermelon eating contest (my son took home the
medal!) and fireworks. I have shared your news letter with
our own tourism commission here in Flagstaff as an example.
Hopefully see you next year!
John Dodson
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in this Publication,
Chamber Connection,
Contact: Jeanine at 743-5417 x203
[email protected]
Check out
The Marathon Chamber
page/account on FaceBook!
This is a great communication tool so
please look up the
"Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce" on
www.FaceBook.com
and become a fan of our page so you can follow
our events, happenings, updates!
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BIG PINE
29755 O/S Hwy.
KEY WEST
2407 N. Roosevelt Blvd.
305-743-9679 305-872-1800 305-294-5553
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Chamber of Commerce
Boating & Family Destination
of the Florida Keys
12222 Overseas Highway
Marathon, Florida 33050
Ph: 305-743-5417
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