December 23, 2009
The annual Holiday Shopping on Key Biscayne is on, and all residents are encouraged to
keep it on the Key when shopping for the Holiday.
Stores and restaurants all around the island are offering discounts!
Simply click on our hot deals to find price comparisons and discount offers or
check The Islander News as well as in store fronts and at the Key Biscayne Chamber of Commerce.

Club Nautico operates a fleet of powerboats and luxury yachts for short and long term rental and charter at various locations in South Florida. Enjoy the possibility to rent an 18’ foot Sea Ray with or without a captain for 4 hours (half day) or 8 hours (full day). We also have a 50 foot Sea Ray that can be chartered to meet your requirements. Our boats are docked at Crandon Park Marina in Key Biscayne and are convenient to hotels and residences throughout the region. We wish all the businesses and residents of Key Biscayne a wonderful Christmas holiday.

Greg Love
Club Nautico
4000 Crandon Blvd
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
(305) 361-9217
(305) 673-2502
clubnauticousa@gmail.com
www.club-nautico.com


Thursday, Dec. 24th, 2009, 9pm. CHRISTMAS EVE Candlelight worship at Key Biscayne Community Church. A service of Carols, Scripture Readings, and Candlelight. A special story for children is included. Please call (305) 361-2411 for more information.

Key Biscayne Community Church
355 Glenridge Road
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
(305) 361-2411


Friday, December 25th, 2009 & January 1st, 2010 at 8am 100% Natural Mexican Restaurant, invites you to our Holiday Brunch. Come in and experience fabulous food and live music on our great outdoor terrace! Please call (305)365-0455 for more information or visit us on the web at www.100naturalrestaurant.com.

Jose Solis
100% Natural

180 Crandon Blvd #101
(305)365-0455
www.100naturalrestaurant.com



Come to the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center for the end of the year SeaGrass Adventures!

Monday, December 28th, 10am to 1pm;
Tuesday, December 29th, 11am to 2pm;
Wednesday, December 30th, 12pm to 3pm.

Bring your family and friends to explore the sea grass and learn about the sea creatures. For all ages. $10 per person

Saturday, January 2nd, 9am – 12pm, Learn how to plant native trees with the experts!

Gail Beckham
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center
6767 Crandon Blvd
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
(305) 361-6767
www.BiscayneNatureCenter.org


SAVE THE DATE - Wednesday, Jan. 13th, 2010 at 7:00 pm - The Key Biscayne Historical and Heritage Society will host their Annual Meeting for the installation of officers as well as reports from Chair Members. The meeting will be held in the Council Chamber quarters and all are welcomed to attend. For more information, please call Dr. Robert Maggs at (305) 361-8808.

SAVE THE DATE – Saturday, January 16th, 2010 - Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center, Learn to paint with Nancie Serpico White! Please call Gail Beckham at (305) 361-6767 x114 for more class times and more details.

SAVE THE DATE – Sunday, January 17th, 2010 at 4:00pm - University of Miami, Rosenstiel School Auditorium is hosting a Piano Recital featuring Mei-Ting Sun. The Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science, in collaboration with Lady Blanka Rosenstiel, Founder & President of the Chopin Foundation of the United States, cordially invite you to an intimate Piano Recital featuring Mei-Ting Sun. Mei-Ting has won numerous prestigious awards, including unanimous first prizes in the Chopin Foundation's 7th National Chopin Piano Competition in 2005 (USA), and his career has led him to celebrated performances in 19 countries on five continents. This exclusive performance is a must-see for lovers of piano music! Wine & Hors d'oeuvres Reception on the Water following recital. Tickets $25. Limited seats are available. Purchase your tickets in advance by contacting Carla Lovinsky at (305) 421-4061 or clovinsky@rsmas.miami.edu.

SAVE THE DATE – Friday, January 29th, 2010 7:30pm till 10:30pm - First Annual Casino Night at St. Christopher’s by the Sea Episcopal Church. Enjoy Blackjack, Poker, Craps, and Roulette. Admission is $75.00 per person and includes an open bar and complimentary hors d’oeuvres, Professional Dealers, Texas Hold’em Tournament, Prizes for holders of most chips, and a prize for Poker tournament champion. Players must RSVP by January 8, 2010. Please call Cristina at (305) 361-5080 or email her at kikisammataro@hotmail.com.

The 2010 Island Life is Finally Here! Island Life is the Official Guide and Directory of the Key Biscayne Chamber of Commerce! Pick up your copy today!

Announcing the 2010 KBAC Youth Baseball Sponsorship Drive! 2010 KEY BISCAYNE YOUTH BASEBALL AND GIRL'S SOFTBALL SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM. Market to over 1,000 people involved in the Key Biscayne Youth Baseball Community! Welcome to the third year of the Key Biscayne, FL baseball league sponsorship program. This year, we look to continue our past successful campaigns to bring the Key Biscayne and beyond business communities closer to our youth sports programs in a true effort and spirit of partnership for the greater good of the community of Key Biscayne where many businesses have prospered. Like in previous years, we welcome the support of the Key Biscayne businesses and individuals in helping to build a baseball program that is second to none. Your contributions are greatly appreciated and will be used to provide need-based scholarships so that all children can play this great America past time, to help purchase new equipment to provide better safety for our youth, to provide National Alliance of Youth. For more information, please call (305) 989-2168 or visit www.kbacfl.org .

Trade in your gold continues at Diamonds on the Key! Gold is at a record high! Receive top dollar for your old gold jewelry when you apply its value towards the purchase of any fine jewelry item or choose to receive immediate payment by check for your old gold. Gather up those broken chains, dented bracelets, missing 1/2 pairs of earrings, charms and class ring sitting in the back of your dresser drawer and see how quickly they add up! Items will be weighed and calculated in front of you. Visit http://www.keybiscaynemag.com/digital/12_09/44.html to view a selection of my latest designs. Many items begin at just $250! To schedule your appointment, please call (305) 851-1460 or email me at christinatermine@aol.com.

Community Center 2010 Activities Brochure Now Available! The Key Biscayne Community Center would like to wish you and your loved ones the very best this holiday season. As a special gift to you, we hope you'll enjoy our 2010 WINTER/SPRING ACTIVE ISLANDER BROCHURE, your source for keeping informed about what the Village's Parks and Recreation Department has to offer this winter and spring. You may download the brochure at www.activeislander.org or pick up a copy at the front desk. We look forward to serving you in the coming year! For more information, please call (305) 365-8900 or visit www.activeislander.org.

Let the Islander News increase your business through consultations on developing a marketing strategy! Create an advertising program, increase your client base, and learn about the importance of letting the community know you are here for them. Remember: Advertising is the key to success! For more information, please call Lia Esteban at (305) 361-3333 ext. 10 or email her at lia@islandernews.com or visit us on the web at www.islandernews.com.

Recently, 28 seniors shared their stories about how a reverse mortgage changed their lives for the better in the National Reverse Mortgage Magazine. Two of those were my clients. To access the complete magazine and read these uplifting stories, go to www.nrmlaonline.org and select November-December 2009.

Thank you and may your holidays be filled with joy and prosperity for the New Year! For more information, please call Pamela Kirkpatrick, Allied Mortgage Group dba Reverse Ultra, Inc. (954) 342-2033.


Take advantage of our amazingly low rates on some of the world’s most luxurious cruise lines at Key Biscayne Travel. Crystal, Regent, Seabourn, Silverseas, Oceana and others are offering 2 for 1 fare, free air, onboard credits, and even free shore excursions on most of their departures. In addition, book you cruise with us and receive exclusive Virtuoso Voyager Club amenities on selected sailings, including Competitive cruise fares, Personable onboard host, Onboard welcome reception, and Full day shore event/gala dinner or credit for customized options.
Don’t delay! Book by December 31st for travel in 2010, as these fabulous offers are time sensitive and may all be gone! Our services are free and there is never a booking charge for cruises or package tours. For more information, please contact Key Biscayne Travel at (305) 361-5429 or email john@kbtravel.com or visit www.kbtravel.com

Academy of Martial Arts, Self Empowerment In motion®. December has been a busy month at the Academy of Martial Arts dojo as we extend our R.D.C.A. black belt family! One full week of rigorous testing in R.D.C.A. modality and physical endurance ended the week with 16 inducted into the R.D.C.A. family. Congratulations to:

Jr. Black Belts: Shodan Juan Armando Aguirre, Justin Bosch, Jesse Fuchs, Jaime Cosio, Jose Cosio Jr., Harry Formoso, Arthur Hanlon & Kenzo Tamae
Black Belt: Shodan Loretta Daniels, Alec Williams, Lia Williams & JP Umbert
Jr. 1st Degree Black Belt: Ichidan Diego Aguirre
1st Degree Black Belt: Ichidan Amanda Alfaro & Christopher Nelson
2nd Degree Black Belt: Nidan Ovidiu Sofronia

A very special congratulations to RDCA Instructor, Ailton Barbosa, from all of us at the Academy of Martial Arts, for his World Championship Fight win, held at Ft. Lauderdale, Broward County Convention Center, December 2009! Pictures courtesy of OHVIE © 2009. For more information call (305) 365-0120.


Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center - Shop ‘til you drop! We have lots of new Holiday Gifts for all ages and we offer free gift wrapping, as well. While you are here, stop in to view the new Art Exhibit, featuring the paintings of Key Biscayne’s local artist, Nancy Serpico White. For more information, please call (305) 361-6767, ext. 114.

Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2009 at 6:00 pm Part Time Jobs Available on the Key for 2010 Census! The US Census is looking for locals to take the census on Key Biscayne. They will be testing applicants on Wednesday December 30th at 6:00 pm. To be eligible, you must bring a passport or drivers license with a social security card. They are looking for clerks, census takers and to fill various office positions. The salary ranges from $11.25 to $16.50 an hour with paid training and the positions will begin in January. To find out more, attend the meeting in Room 120 of Village Hall.


100% Natural - Monday –Friday, 8am – 12pm, come in for our breakfast special and receive 3 Eggs any Style, Refried Beans, Toast, and American Coffee for only $4.99. Treat yourself to any large delicious smoothie for only $4.99.

Monday – Friday, 12pm – 6pm, for only $7.99 you can enjoy one these fabulous dishes; Large Guacamole, Fish Ceviche, Greek or Caesar Salad, Any Sandwich, any pasta dish, Burritas or Quesabrosas.
- OR -
Monday – Friday, 12pm – 6pm, for only $9.99, try our signature Mix Ceviche, Chicken or Salmon Salad, Chicken Tacos, Tacos al Pastor Grilled Chicken Breast, or Grilled Tilapia. We also have ice cold beer for $3.00.

Jose Solis
100% Natural

180 Crandon Blvd #101
(305) 365-0455
www.100naturalrestaurant.com


Top Sail Journeys – December 1, 2009 thru January 31, 2010. Save Up to $200 per cabin. Save on all cruises of seven days or longer made through Cruise Planners! Save $25 on interior cabins, $50 on ocean view cabins, $100 on balcony cabins, $150 on junior suites, and save on suites!

Dorothy Flannery
Top Sail Journeys
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
(305) 361-6772
Dorothy@topsailjourneys.com


Casting Boutique Holiday Sale 20% Off! Unique pieces, artistically embellished, luxurious fabrics, select holiday styles. Sparkle all the Way! Come in today and purchase a unique Holiday gift!

Valerie Levy
Casting Boutique

200 Crandon Blvd. #103
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
(305) 365-9797
castingboutique@gmail.com


Casa Mia Home Collection - Mention this ad & receive a 10% discount! Shop furniture, home décor, kitchen, accessories, gifts and much more! Casa Mia Home Collection is open from Monday – Saturday 10 am – 8 pm & Sunday 12 - 5 pm.

Casa Mia Home Collection, LLC
Monika Ciocca Manager

2223 SW 13th Avenue
Miami, FL 33145
(305) 677-2559
Fax: (305) 479-2481
monikaciocca@mac.com


Club Nautico Powerboat Rentals & Yacht Charters: X-Mas Promo for Key Biscayne Residents and Businesses. The purchase of a Full Passage Membership will get you: Free Half Day (4Hrs) on one of our 18’ SeaRay; 40 – 50% discount on all rentals for a full year; 2Hrs of boat handling, and chart lessons with one of our Captains; Free accessories (Tubing, Wakeboard, Skis) for a Half Day (4Hrs). Cost of the Membership: Flat Annual Fee: $859, Total Value of X-Mas Promo: You Save $600!!! This X-Mas Promo will expire Dec. 31st 2009 so contact us today! For those of you giving Club Nautico Memberships as gifts, we will provide you with a certificate for presentation. *** CLUB NAUTICO Key Biscayne wishes you a wonderful Christmas, a Happy Chanukah and a Very Happy New Year in 2010!

Greg Love
Club Nautico
4000 Crandon Blvd
Key Biscayne, Florida 33149
(305) 361-9217
(305) 673-2502
clubnauticousa@gmail.com
www.club-nautico.com


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88 West McIntyre Street, Suite 100
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
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