The Key West Police Dept. is recommending that motorists avoid Eaton, Fleming and Southard Streets today between the hours of 6 a,m, and 7 p.m. These streets are very congested because other streets in the area are closed for sewer work. Alternate routes: Truman, United and Flagler.
It's not too late to enter the Half Shell Half Marathon this Sunday, Jan. 30, starting at 7 a.m. This is a 13.1 mile run through Old Town Key West. The entry fee is $25, which benefits the Key West High School Track Program and Clean Florida Keys, Inc. The registration booth will be set up at the Half Shell Raw Bar Saturday 3-8 p.m. and at 6 a.m. on race day. There will be a $5 pasta dinner Saturday night at 5 p.m. Running world Magazine's Bart Yasso will be presenting a slide show on adventure running and showing scenes from some of the toughest and most unusual races around the world.
The second season of the critically acclaimed Key West Symphony Orchestra continues with two performances Friday and Saturday, Feb. 4-5, featuring pianist Christopher Taylor. Info: 296-1520.