February 9, 2006
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Saturday, March 11: SAVE THE DATE!!!
The Key Biscayne Chamber of Commerce cordially invites you to its Annual Fundraiser.
Click here for more info
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February 10 & 11: SABBIA is having an Alex Sepkus Trunk Show -- just in time for Valentine's Day!! Beautifully hand-crafted jewelry with diamonds, semi-precious stones set in either 18k yellow gold or platinum. A wonderful collection of rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces will be on display. Candace Edelman, national sales representative for Alex Sepkus, will be in the store Friday and Saturday to help with your selection.
SABBIA Fine Jewelry
Martin Gailitis
455 Grand Bay Drive
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
Tel: 305.365.4570 / Fax 305.365.4572
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Saturday, Feb 11 and Sunday, Feb 12: Key Biscayne Police Department Pet Registration at the Community Center. Bring your dog, cat or exotic pet (on a lease or in a carry bag) from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. to insure they can be returned home. You must bring proof of rabies vaccination (normally on your pet's collar) and, if your pet has an embedded chip, please bring the chip number and/or paperwork.
For more information, contact the Key Biscayne Police Department at (305) 365-5555
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Special Offer Beginning Saturday, February 11: Guests who visit the Miami Seaquarium during the month of February will receive a free annual pass with a full price paid admission! Refreshed and rejuvenated, Miami Seaquarium is pleased to announce its reopening following Hurricane Wilma. The park welcomes back South Florida residents and visitors with a new look, new shows and this special reopening offer. "We look forward to getting back to what we do best," commented Andrew Hertz, General Manager at Miami Seaquarium.
The pass will allow guests to come back anytime during the year including for the extremely popular annual Easter Egg Hunts, Splashtacular Summer events, Monster Splash Halloween Bash and Winter Kids Fest. The annual pass provides for discounts on the park's camp programs, swim with the dolphins experience and park merchandise.
The park's Discovery Bay and Shark Channel, which both suffered extensive damage due to Hurricane Wilma, have been restored. In addition, Miami Seaquarium will unveil its new Sea Lion Show, Salty and the Reef Rangers. Plus, guests may enjoy the popular Flipper the Dolphin Show, which takes place at the Flipper Lagoon. Additionally, the centerpiece of Miami Seaquarium remains the Whale & Dolphin Stadium where the park will be continuing the "Swim with our Dolphins Program".
For more information, please contact
Miami Seaquarium
Tel: (305) 361-5705 / Fax: (305) 365-0075
4400 Rickenbacker Cswy.
Key Biscayne, FL
www.miamiseaquarium.com
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February 12 from 2pm to Sundown: Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center invites you to Second Sundays 'til Sundown "Animals in Love." Come relax, listen to live music, learn something new about nature, have a refreshing drink & snack and enjoy Second Sunday's 'Til Sundown with us! The theme, being just two days away from Valentines, is "Animals in Love." The MSDB Nature Center has invited an exciting guest speaker Terry Webb, curator of mammals of the Miami Metro Zoo. Webb will bring live animals (snakes, birds, tortoise, and even a hedgehog) for you to learn LOVE-ly details about, touch, or even carry carefully.
Add some animal pizzazz to your Valentines love by sharing your new and acquired knowledge on how animals fall in love (believe it or not, its similar to us humans). The presentation will be RATED G for all ages, so bring your kids too! The kids will have plenty of relative science activities, arts and crafts to have fun with throughout the event. There will also be live music by a local band ANA KANPA, who have been described as jazzy ambient with all kinds of world instruments!
The event is open for all ages. $5 parking fee and $3 for adults, $2 for kids, members enter FREE
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center
6767 Crandon Blvd.
Key Biscayne, FL 33149,
Crandon Park North Entrance
305-361-6767 x128, or 305-318-1139
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Friday, February 17: Deadline to gain business exposure in the official Key Biscayne Chamber of Commerce Map, created by Miami Maps. Our map will be published in March, just in time for the NASDAQ-100 Tennis Tournament. 75,000 copies of the map/business directory are distributed throughout the year to local businesses, tourists, and more than 30 hotels in the Miami area.
In addition to the Ritz-Carlton and Sonesta Resort on Key Biscayne, maps are given to the concierge desks at hotels on Brickell Avenue including: The Mandarin Oriental, Four Seasons, J.W. Marriott, and Conrad hotels.
To gain business exposure both on-and-off the Key rear-round through our official map, please contact:
Miami Maps
Marshall Steingold
305-710-2720
ms@miamimaps.com
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Saturday, February 18th from 7:30am –11:30am: Key Biscayne Lions Club Annual Pancake Breakfast.
Join us at the Key Biscayne Elementary School for the Lion’s Club Annual Pancake Breakfast with music played by the Chowder Chompers! Get your annual Key Biscayne Lion’s Club Phone Directory at the event
Tickets are $5 for adults $3.00 for children and will be on sale at the door. Hope to see you there!
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Tuesday, February 21: The UM Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science invites you to their Sea Secrets Lecture Series. This seminar series, titled How Safe is the Earth? Mass Extinctions & Planetary Catastrophes, will be presented by Dr. Peter Ward, Professor of Geological Science at the University of Washington. Dr. Ward will discuss the 4 "major" mass extinctions of the last 500 million years that were caused by giant impacts from space. Also, he will offer alternative explanations for these occurrences.
Join us for a fascinating look at these cataclysmic scenarios and a discussion on how "safe" the Earth really is.
Reception begins at 5:30pm, followed by the lecture at 6:15pm. All events are free and open to the public; however, seating is limited.
University of Miami
Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science
Karen Wilkening
4600 Rickenbacker Causeway
(next to the Miami Seaquarium)
Virginia Key
305-421-4612
kwilkening@rsmas.miami.edu
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Starting February 22: New Pilates Classes offered at the Key Biscayne Community Center, with Rebecca "Boo" Pfeiffer of Pfeiffer Fitness.
The Pilates method of total body and mind exercise increases the strength of the powerhouse (abs, back, waist, glutes), tones and stretches the entire body, reduces back pain, improves posture, increases energy and enhances sports performance. Pilates exercises must be performed precisely and with proper guidance. Appropriate for most fitness levels.
New 6-week sessions are offered Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:00 a.m. and Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. $60 members/$80 non-members. Experience the transformation of Pilates with a one of the top instructors in the country.
If its not Poolates, its not Pilates!
For more information, contact
Key Biscayne Community Center
305-365-8900
or
Pfeiffer Fitness
305-773-0560
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February 24, 2006, 4:00pm-6:00pm: The Principal's Coalition for the Good of the Children presents Key Biscayne Family Picnic, an event hosted by the Key Biscayne Community Foundation. Mark your calendars and join us for a picnic on the Village Green including Fun & Games, Field Events, Music, Arts & Crafts, Performances, Treats and Food.
Bring the children to watch Disney's Madagascar, part of the Village Parks & Recreation Department's "Movies on the Green." The showing of Madagascar has been generously underwritten by the Key Biscayne Community Foundation.
Key Biscayne Community Foundation
305-361-2770.
info@keybiscaynefoundation.org
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Tuesday, February 28 at 6pm: The UM Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science invites Key Biscayne and Virginia Key neighbors to their Key!Notes Lecture Series. This week's lecture series, titled Hurricanes, will be offered by Dr. David S. Nolen, Assistant Professor of Meteorology and Physical Oceanography at the UM Rosenstiel School.
Due to tremendous hurricane activity of the last 3 seasons, hurricane-related research has increased at the UM Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science. Dr. Nolan will give an introduction to the basic dynamics of hurricanes and discuss the 3 themes that have come to be the core elements of atmospheric science: observations, theory, and modeling. He will also be discussing the difficulties and great benefits of a life in science and meteorology and offer advice for people of all ages who are interested in pursuing a similar career.
The event will be held in the Rosenstiel School Auditorium and is free and open to the public. There will be refreshments served and giveaways for children.
University of Miami
Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science
Karen Wilkening
4600 Rickenbacker Causeway
(next to the Miami Seaquarium)
Virginia Key
305-421-4612
kwilkening@rsmas.miami.edu
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Friday, March 3 through Monday, March 20: "Colors of Key Biscayne" Art Exhibition at Bacus Restaurant. Colors of Key Biscayne is a showcase of 17 works, all in oil on canvas, that focus on the nautical scenery and natural beauty of Key Biscayne. Using tones of blue and earth tones, Danielle Ehrman's works are a wonderful reflection of the Key's beauty and a must see for art lovers.
The event is free and open to the Public!
Bacus Restaurant
260 Crandon Boulevard
Key Biscayne, FL
305-361-8916
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Saturday, March 11: SAVE THE DATE!!! The Key Biscayne Chamber of Commerce cordially invites you to its Annual Fundraiser. This fabulous, casual event will be held poolside at Key Biscayne's Grand Bay Club. Dinner, Dancing and Bacardi's open bar will complement the affair. There will be a live synchronized swimming performance by the renowned Dolphinettes and our very own Villagettes, whose identity will only be revealed on the evening of the event!
The proceeds of the Key Biscayne Chamber of Commerce Fundraiser 2006 will go toward the creation of a Visitors Center and for additional staffing. The Center will be located within the Chamber's current location in Village Hall. The Visitors Center will serve as a resource center for tourists on the island searching for areas to dine, shop and inquire about real estate investments and local attractions on Key Biscayne.
Please join us as we support our local businesses.
For more information or to RSVP, please contact:
The Key Biscayne Chamber of Commerce
88 W. McIntyre St., Suite 100
Key Biscayne, FL
(305) 361-5207
Info@keybiscaynechamber.org
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March 18 and 19, from 10am to 5pm: The Rotary Club of Key Biscayne will be sponsoring the 42nd Annual Key Biscayne Art Festival! This premier art event gathers 200 superb artists specializing in painting, photography, sculpting, jewelry, mixed media and fine crafts in one fun filled weekend! Come meet new and old friends, enjoy the art at a leisurely pace, have fun! International food and beverages will be offered for consumption under the Rotary Hospitality tent in the middle of the festival at the South end of Crandon Boulevard.
- Fine Art to fit every taste and wallet!
- Entertainment for all!
- Special children's events planned all weekend!
- No gate fee!
- Sponsorship opportunities available.
For Artist registration please log on to:
www.artfestival.com
or call Howard Allen Productions
954.472.3899
For sponsorship information, please contact:
Bob Brookes, Rotary Club Art Festival Chairperson
305.418.6000
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We are proud to announce the Chamber Advantage Health Plan, a joint effort by the Key Biscayne Chamber of Commerce and Vista Healthplan. This plan can dramatically reduce the costs of providing a comprehensive health plan through your Chamber membership. For more information, please call the Chamber at (305) 361-5207 or Odalis at (786) 262-8409 |
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| Thank you all who attended last week’s business card exchange with the Bi-National Chambers of Commerce at the Rusty Pelican. Once again the event was a huge success, attracting approximately 250 people!!! If you attended the event and want to see your picture, please visit www.2night.com |
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Join us at Happy Hour every week at Bacus! Join us for 2-for-1 drinks and light appetizers every Wednesday and Saturday. Come unwind with your friends as you listen to beautiful live piano music over a drink. The restaurant will now be open from 5pm through 10pm for dinner.
Bacus Restaurant & Wine Room
Flavio Manzoni
260 Crandon Blvd., Stes 20-22
Key Biscayne, FL
Tel: (305) 361-8916 / Fax: (305) 365-0742
Leonardaspen@hotmail.com
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Every weekend during the month of February: In spirit of the "Soles to Souls" campaign, the Key Biscayne girl scouts will be collecting donated shoes.
Are your husband's ancient workout shoes giving your bedroom a bad odor? Is your child's big toe starting to stick through his/her sneaker? And what about those flip flops from Target? Are they losing their color and bounce? If the answer to any of these questions is "yes" then it's time to buy new shoes and DONATE THE OLD ONES.
This year's collection will focus on Haiti and Guatemala and go to the children of sugar cane workers, displacement camps, and more. There also is an effort to collect running shoes for girls and boys in Ethiopia, who aspire to break the cycle of poverty by becoming runners but have to train in their bare feet.
The girl scouts will be selling cookies and accepting donated shoes at Winn Dixie every weekend in February. If you are unable to make it to Winn Dixie, then Jill Stephens and Anne Rothe are offering their homes as "dumping grounds." Jill lives at 159 East Enid and Anne lives at 275 Glenridge Road. You are welcome to simply leave your donated shoes at our doorsteps (in a plastic bag, please).
I hope each of you can help make a difference for families in Haiti, Guatemala and perhaps Ethiopia. So many of the people who care for our children and help in our homes and community come from these countries. Let's help make a difference, albeit it small, in the lives of these individuals.
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Through the months of February, March and April: Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:00am The Grand Bay Club on Key Biscayne will be offering Hydro-Pilates!
Instructor Kim Bennett will show us how low-impact water exercise reduces fat, cellulite, creates a more streamlined shape, improves posture, strengthens muscles, and relieves arthritis symptoms without putting stress on the joints. This 55 minute course focuses on the core and strengthening of the back. Burn up to 600 calories a class! See how exercising in the water allows you to work at your own level, lose weight, and have fun at the same time!
Kim Bennett is certified by the National Aquatics Exercise Association to teach water exercise and aerobics. She is also a certified teacher of Hydro-Pilates. Kim will show us non-impact strengthening and stretching movements that require precise breathing and muscle control. Mind-body focus in gradual methodical placement and movement uses moves from yoga, modern dance and gymnastics.
Group size: Minimum 8, Maximum 15 - Cost: $10 for Grand Bay Club Members and $15 for Guests. Cost is for a 1 hour session and payments must be made monthly.
The Grand Bay Club offers a variety of fitness programs to both members and guests:
All equipment will be provided. You need only a swimsuit and the desire to look and feel great.
MUSCLE POWER, INTO THE DEEP, H2O BOOTCAMP, HIT IT HIGH WORKOUT, NOODLE POWER, AQUATIC STEP
If you are interested in any of the above classes, please contact:
Grand Bay Club
Monika Lescano, Director of Activities
Tel: (305) 365-4806
Grandbay@bellsouth.net
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From now through Valentine's Day: Island Medical Spa is offering 25% off all services as part of their Valentine 's Day Special! Be your most beautiful you! Look good and feel good this Valentine. Inquire about laser hair removal, laser vein removal, laser skin tightening, microdermabrasion, botox, or restylane.
Contact them for a free consultation:
Island Medical Spa
Silvia Zarandy
305-361-9475
104 Crandon Blvd, Ste. 421-D
Key Biscayne, FL
islandmedicalspa.net
islandmedical104@bellsouth.net
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Colonial Bank is offering such promotions to its clients as 5 month CD with 4.50% APY; 11 month CD with 4.70% APY. Money market advantage account: 4.00% on balances above $15,000; Home equity line of credit, with rates starting at 1.99% for the first 6 months; and Business lines of credit starting at Prime 1.00%
Key Biscayne/Colonial Bank
Shayna L. Varkas, V.P., Branch Manager
Tel: 305 361-6451 / Fax: 305 361-6455
600 Crandon Blvd.
Key Biscayne, FL
www.colonialbank.com
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Key Biscayne Chamber of Commerce
88 West McIntyre Street - Suite 100
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
Tel:305.361.5207 Fax: 305.361.9411
www.keybiscaynechamber.org
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