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THIS WEEK

August 6 - 13

Visual and Media Artists Grant & Grant Workshops Announced

Thursday, August 7, 2025, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. (Click to Register)

Saturday, August 23, 11 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Click to Register)

Thursday, September 11, 5 - 6 p.m. (Click to Register)

South Florida Cultural Consortium 

The South Florida Cultural Consortium, an alliance of the arts councils of Broward, Martin, Miami-Dade, Monroe and Palm Beach Counties grants visual and media artists with awards at either the $15,000 or $7,500 level. These awards are among the largest such honors accorded by local arts agencies to visual and media artists in the United States. 

How are recipients selected for the South Florida Cultural Consortium Visual and Media Artists Grant, and how can an applicant improve one's chances of being recommended? Find out at one of our artist workshops via Zoom. Attendance at a workshop is encouraged, but not required.

Application Deadline FY 25-26: Monday, October 6 11:59 p.m.

Apply Here 

Click HERE for more information about SFCC..

Key West Museum Seeks Historic Culinary Artifacts for Smithsonian-Backed Food Exhibit

The Key West Museum of Art & History is calling on residents of Key West and Monroe County to dig into their pantries, storage nooks, and attics — and share the tools, traditions, and family heirlooms that tell the story of how food has shaped island life over the decades. As part of an exciting new collaboration with Florida Humanities and the Smithsonian Institution’s Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES), the museum is preparing to launch a landmark exhibition titled “FOOD: Celebrating Conch Cuisine”, set to open in late February 2026.

How to Contribute

Residents who own historically significant or meaningful food-related items are encouraged to share their stories for possible inclusion in the exhibition based on the museum’s curatorial needs.

Contributors should email cconvertito@kwahs.org with the following:

Clear photographs of the item(s)

A brief description of the object(s)

Information on who in the family used the item(s) and during what time period

“This is your chance to be part of an important story—to help us preserve and share the flavors, traditions, and voices that define life in the Keys,” Convertito said.

Click HERE for more information.

The Green Flash Documentary with Intro and Discussion

Friday, August 8, 7:30

Tropic Cinema

416 Eaton St., Key West

In 1973, six young men and an old shrimper were caught with nine tons of marijuana in the quiet town of Steinhatchee, Florida.This marked the largest drug bust in U.S. For Steve Lamb, the youngest of the group, it was just the beginning.

The Green Flash chronicles his remarkable story. Join us for a special screening, with co-director, writer and producer Jodi Cash, and co-director, director of photography and editor Ethan Payne, who will be in the audience to introduce the film and participate in a Q&A afterward.

Click HERE for more information..

Tropical Heat Key West

Wednesday through Sunday, August 13 - 17, various times

Various locations, Key West

Tropical Heat is the HOTTEST annual 5-day party for gay men ages 21 and up in Key West and the Florida Keys! The all-male themed parties, pool parties, clothing optional events, and adult-oriented entertainment promise to be HOT! August on our tropical island is always HOT, but during Tropical Heat it promises to be even more so! What better way to experience our tropical paradise than joining us for 5 days with hot guys!? In addition to all our scheduled events, you can also enjoy our many other activities on land and sea!

Click HERE for more information.

Rum Fest Key West

Monday through Sunday, August 11 - 17, various times

Various locations, Key West

Rum Fest Key West showcases the best rum from around the world. Experiences include sunset sails, sandbar trips, rum strolls, food and cigar events featuring rum, two Jesse Rice concerts and a third concert with Cliff Cody and Sharese during the annual rum cake competition at Key West Theater, a rum grand tasting and more.

Click HERE for more information.

Key West Sunset Celebration

Daily one hour prior to sunset

The Dock at Mallory Square, Key West

A nightly arts festival of arts and crafts exhibitors and psychics, street performers, food carts, and of course the thousands of tourists from around the world who visit this Key West art show. 

Click HERE for more information.

First Thursday Open House

Thursday, August 7 , 6 - 8 p.m.

Studios of Key West

533 Eaton St., Key West

Friends new and old are invited to join us for each month’s First Thursday Open House event, when we keep our lights on late and throw our doors open to celebrate the newest work in our galleries

Click HERE for more information.

POOLSIDE 2025 

Saturday, August 9, 5: 30 - 7:30 p.m.

Jag Gallery

1075 Duval St C-23, Key West

Duval Square’s Jag Gallery announces the return of POOLSIDE 2025, its ever popular annual juried exhibit. This year's show highlights over 75 winning 2 and 3D works of talented finalists from coast to coast and abroad, culled from the largest international entry field to date, featuring painting, photography, sculpture and assemblage, plus textiles and drawing.  

Click HERE for more information

Keys' Worst Hurricanes

Tuesday, August 12, 6 p.m.

Islamorada Public Library 

81830 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada

he presentation “Keys Worst Hurricanes” is from the Irving R Eyster collection and will show several of our local Hurricanes starting with the 1733 Spanish Treasure Fleet, leading up to the 1935 Hurricane, Hurricane Donna in 1960 and Hurricane Irma in 2017. These were some of the most destructive hurricanes in Florida Keys history with the 1935 Hurricane being the strongest storm of the century.

Click HERE for more information

Happy Hour with the Historian: An Architectural Crown Jewel: A History of the Custom House

Thursday, August 14, 5 - 6 p.m.

Comedy Club

218 Whitehead St., Key West

Whether arriving by land, sea, or air, visitors to Key West are inevitably drawn to the grand, red brick Custom House, a towering icon of the island’s architectural and cultural history. In her lecture, Dr. Convertito will explore the compelling story behind the building—from its original 1891 role as a federal hub housing the Collector of Customs, the Postal Service, and the Federal Courthouse, to its modern-day function as a world-class museum.

Click HERE for more information

Mario Sanchez

Daily, 2 p.m.

Gallery on Green

606 Greene St, Key West

Mario Sanchez, 1908 American, whose art tells the unwritten history of Key West and in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian American art Museum, and the American of Folk Museum in New York.  

Click HERE for more information

Keys Writers Meeting

Wednesday, August 6, 1 p.m.

Big Pine Library Conference Room

Winn-Dixie Shopping Plaza, Big Pine Key

Explore writing in a fun, supportive environment with the Keys Writers Group! All styles and abilities are welcome. Participants may bring up to five pages, double spaced, to read aloud. If you can, bring 5-7 copies to share. The group offers feedback in a friendly, constructive way. Not ready to share? Come to a meeting to get acquainted and offer feedback. "Writers need readers!"

Key West Writers Guild

Saturday, August 10, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

La Brisa, Poolhouse

901 S. Roosevelt Blvd., Key West 

Meets monthly for writers’ critiques, fellowship and provides workshops and advice for new writers. Newcomers welcome.

Click HERE for more information..

Waterfront Farmers Market

Thursday, August 7 (Every Thursday), 2-7 p.m.

Farmer's Market

Truman Waterfront Park, Key West

(end of Southard Street)

Culinary, beverages, produce, seafood, apparel, gifts, and art.

For more info contact Sean@dailyplan-it.net

Island Home: Local Artisan & Gourmet Market

Friday, August 8 (Every Friday), 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Island Home

88720 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier

Pick up and indulge in Artisan Breads, Local Honey, Nut Butters, Homemade Jams, Oils, Spreads, Dried Fruits & Veggies, Baked Goods, and more! 

For more information, click HERE.

Open Air Market

Saturday, August 9, (Every Saturday), 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Mile Marker 27.5, Ramrod Key

(next to Boondocks)

This Open-Air Market brings together local artisans, handcrafted jewelry, unique creations, fresh organic produce, vibrant greens, and beautiful flowers—all in one place.

For more information, click HERE.

Lobster Best Edition of the Key West Artisan Market

Sunday, August 10, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Key West Wildlife Center. Parking Lot

1801 White Street, Key West

Timed just days after the official start of regular lobster season, this special edition of the market will showcase lobster-centric dishes, seafood specialties, and locally crafted items with coastal flair. Food vendors will feature dine-in and take-away options, many with a crustacean twist. Visitors can sip Bloody Marys, mimosas, and a full bar along with smoothies, natural juices, or coffee while exploring the diverse culinary offerings.

For more information, click HERE.

Florida Keys Farmers Market

Sunday, August 10 (Every Sunday), 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Islamorada Gardens Plaza

81001 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada

Each week features a rotating line up of chefs, artists, craftsman and vendors passionate about creating unique products and experiences for you to enjoy! Find Artisan cheeses, select meats, fresh and local seafood, delicious baked goods, farm stand fresh juices, natural and organic produce, local art, plants, orchids and so much more!

For more information, click HERE.

Key West Jazz Society Duo 

Thursdays, 4-7 pm

Hemingway Social Club

201 Simonton St, Key West

Vintage and Latin Jazz with Channing (clarinet, sax, flute) and company.

For more information, click HERE.

Jazz In The Gardens on Sundays

Sundays, 5-7 pm

The Gardens Hotel

526 Angela St., Key West

Learn to Dance with Lucy & Friends

Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m, Thursdays: 6 p.m.

Swing, Latin & Ballroom

Williams Hall, 729 Fleming St Key West

Fridays, 7 p.m. 

Salsa & Salsa Rueda

CoffeeMill Dance Studio

804 White St, Key West

Private lessons for all occasions

CoffeeMill Dance Studio

For information and private lessons call or text Lucy at 305.745.5578.

Click HERE for more information and for up-to-date calendar.

Quilting with Margo Ellis

Wednesdays, First Class starts July 9, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.

(every Wednesday for 4 weeks)

Williams Hall

729 Fleming St., Key West

4 week classes for all levels of quilters. Class project varies and/or get help with your own projects and ideas. Machine and tools provided. Fabrics and notions extra.

Click HERE for more information and to register.

Workshops

Dates and Times vary

Florida Keys Watercolor Society

The mission of the Florida Keys Watercolor Society is to promote the fine art of water based painting through fellowship and education within its membership base. The Shows, Workshops, and Paint-Outs offered by the FKWCS invite its participants to immerse themselves in the joy and rewards associated with the water based medium.

Click HERE for more information.

Workshops

Studios of Key West

533 Eaton St., Key West

View and sign up for classes HERE.

Zen by Karen Moore Jewelry

ZEN Jewelry Pop-up at the Perry Hotel

Once a month, Sunday 10am - 4 p.m.

inside the lobby, 7001 Shrimp Road

Create with Karen: Bracelet Making & ZEN Jewelry Pop-up Shop

Find all the ZEN jewelry event details HERE.

Painting with Sandra Lee

Sip n Paint Parties

Weekly through summer

Life Drawing Classes, Marathon

Click HERE for full details and Schedule.

Classes - Sandra Trupcevic-West

Artist & Instructor Sandra Trupcevic-West

Fridays - TSKW 4-5pm 

533 Eaton St., Key West

Fridays - Stone Soup Gallery, 6-8p.m.

802 White St., Key West

Wednesdays -Parmer’s Resort 2-4 p.m.

565 Barry Ave., Little Torch Key

For information: 816-547-3449 or ArtintheKeys.com