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12/14/2024

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12/13/2024

A winter warmup trip to Florida has appeal for many at this time of year, but for some cold-stunned sea turtles rescued off Cape Cod, it could prove a life-saver.The 20 Kemp’s ridley turtles were flown to Florida Keys Marathon International Airport in banana boxes through the volunteer efforts of ...

12/13/2024

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12/13/2024

THIS SATURDAY! Join Mote's Key Largo Boat Parade Watch Party! 🎄🧑‍🎄

Mote Marine Laboratory invites the community to tour Key Largo’s first and only land-based coral nursery and enjoy premiere viewing of the Key Largo boat parade on Blackwater Sound. 🎇 Before the parade, explore Key Largo’s first and only land-based coral nursery, where Mote scientists lead resilience-focused reef restoration efforts. 🪸 Plus, join in the excitement by participating in our raffle for a chance to win amazing prizes! 🎟️

6:30pm Mote's Key Largo Coral Nursery opens to guests
7:30pm Key Largo Boat Parade presented by Key Largo Sunset Rotary and fireworks

Walk In Admission for $5/person includes –
- A tour of Key Largo's only land-based coral nursery by Mote scientists
- Premier viewing of boat parade on Blackwater Sound
- No onsite parking included. We encourage walking or biking.

Bring your own chairs or blankets and refreshments. Nursery is located behind the Reefhouse Resort Conference Center

🔗 To purchase tickets visit the link in our bio or https://ticketing.mote.org/events/ab713c75-3625-7e7d-0541-7f3f9c8285ba

Contact Katie Cleek for any questions or concerns at 305-395-2757 or [email protected]

12/13/2024

TOMORROW'S THE DAY! We are celebrating our 80th anniversary of being family owned and operated! Join us tomorrow in the barn to celebrate at 6pm!
Have any questions? Feel free to reach out directly for more information!

Hope to see you there!
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12/13/2024

MARATHON - A Weekend You CAN'T Miss❗

Whether you like to spend your weekend sipping cocktails by day or you’re looking for a family-friendly winter wonderland at night, this weekend is for you.

Two brand-new events are sure to headline a packed weekend of holiday festivities in the Middle Keys, beginning by day on Saturday, Dec. 14 with Marathon’s first-ever 7 Mile SantaCon presented by the Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce and ending under a festival of lights at the Pigeon Key Holiday Spectacular.

💻 For more details on these events, check out the websites listed below!

🎅 7 Mile SantaCon: 7milesantacon.com
🐦 Pigeon Key Holiday Spectacular: pigeonkey.net/holiday-spectacular

12/13/2024

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12/13/2024

🎄✨ Pigeon Key Holiday Spectacular ✨🎄
📅 December 14, 1-9pm

Experience the magic of the holiday season at Pigeon Key with two days of festive fun for the whole family!

🚨 Exclusive Sponsor Opportunities: Be part of this special event and showcase your brand! Act fast before spots fill up!
🚂 Saturday, Dec 14: Hop aboard the PK ‘Polar Express’ for a scenic ride over the Old Seven Mile Bridge, plus:
🎅 Meet Santa
🍽️ Delicious food & drinks
🐟 Marine science activities from Marine Lab
🎥 Holiday-themed movies on the big screen
🗝️ Guided history tours
🎉 Activities for kids & adults!

🌟 Admission:
$5 for walkers/bikers
Polar Express: $10
(we encourage you to purchase tickets early for faster service!)

More details at - https://pigeonkey.net/holiday-spectacular

12/13/2024

Almost ONE WEEK AWAY -- Kiki's ANNUAL Lighted Boat Parade & Drone Show! Register your boat NOW at Kikissandbar.com and be part of our Holiday celebration!!

12/13/2024

12/12/2024

Come checkout the Boon Tree! 🎄

12/12/2024

🎄This Saturday🎄Join us to watch one of our favorite local traditions, the Key Largo Boat Parade!

The boat parade is Saturday, December 14th at 7:30pm and is organized by our local Key Largo Sunset Rotary as a fundraiser.

Plantation Boat Mart has, once again, generously sponsored a fireworks show after the boat parade. It is always incredible!

We’ll have live music on our outdoor stage by the Luke Sommer Glenn Band at 7pm.

Take Two Kitchen and The B&G Spot Food Trucks will be set up serving delicious food. Cupacabana will be set up serving coffee and hot cocoa for the littles.

Come up early to grab a good seat! Chairs and blankets are welcome. Absolutely no coolers allowed on property. Thank you!

If you’re interested in sponsoring the boat parade or entering a boat, check out www.keylargoboatparade.co