Islamorada Events Calendar

A tournament honoring the memory of Nick Sheahan, a Florida Keys student, funds from this event benefit a namesake community scholarship fund, distributing nearly $70,000 to date. Hosted at Tavernier Creek Marina, cash prizes and $25,000 to the angler with the dolphin that beats the state record. Hosted at Tavernier Creek Marina, entry fee for adults is $150, $35 for juniors.
Contact: 305-393-3709
Email: nicksheahan88@gmail.com

The History of Diving Museum at MM 83 continues the free, "Immerse Yourself!" series, to begin at 7 p.m., with a special event: ROVs, Uses of Remotely Operated Vehicles in Salvage and Research, presented by Jon Cole. Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) have been used in salvage operations and scientific research all over the world. ROVs are used by oceanographic institutes, the military and scientific organizations to collect data and objects from the deepest depths of the ocean. Jon Cole will discuss projects involving ROVs and manned submersibles and how they have led to significant historical and scientific discoveries including the discovery of the Titanic, new marine species and underwater hydrothermal vents. The Museum is open daily from 10am-5pm. Extended hours on the night of the program until 7pm. Enjoy the Museum's exhibits before the event.
Contact: 305-664-9737
Email: Courtney@divingmuseum.org

Showcasing the fine arts, music and culinary nuances of the Purple Isles, the Morada Way Arts & Cultural District features national and local artisans who are showcased in galleries at Morada Way between mile marker 81 and 82 - formerly named Industrial Road - as well as "culinary art" and live music from 6-9 p.m. In addition to individual artists, participating galleries include the Redbone Gallery, Gallery Morada, Pasta Pantaleo Signature Gallery and Bluewater Potters. Free admission. Art Walk is held the third Thursday of each month.
Contact: 305-664-9100
Email: moradawayarts@gmail.com

Special flies, accurate casts and a bit of luck are the recipe for winning this prestigious challenge, using only a tournament-furnished tippet not greater than 16-pound test. Eligible tarpon must measure at least 48 inches in length to earn release points, and weigh at least 70 pounds for weight points.
Contact: Betsy Bullard
Email: fishnfever@bellsouth.net

In recognition of the 500th anniversary of Juan Ponce de León's arrival on Florida's east coast, guest speaker Dr. Robert L. Gold is to address the topic of "Ponce de Leon: Adelantado de La Florida" in the May lecture presented by the Matecumbe Historical Trust. Ponce de León's convoy of explorers was the first group of Europeans to document such a landing and give a name to Florida - La Florida. Dr. Gold is a Professor of Latin American History and the author of two books and more than two hundred articles, columns and reviews on Florida history. His specialty is Spanish Florida in the colonial period. Social begins at 6:30 p.m., at Island Community Church, MM 83. The lecture is free and open to the public.
Contact: Barbara Edgar 305-393-0940
Email: barb1201@bellsouth.net

Meet at the Tackle Center of Islamorada from 5-7 p.m. for a free ladies fishing seminar. Topics are to include inshore and offshore tactics: tying basic knots, rigging, throwing a cast net, finding bait, fighting a fish, gaffing, how to tag a fish for the FWC, how to properly release a fish and anything else we can help you learn on the water to become a better angler. Beverages will be provided. Register online.
Contact: Brittney Novalsky 321-917-4256