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Invasive species in the Florida Keys with Dr. Mader
Apr
17

Invasive species in the Florida Keys with Dr. Mader

Dr. Mader will discuss the changes in the Florida Keys’ fauna and flora over recent decades, highlighting the impact of invasive species. Notable invaders include the Green iguana, pythons, Lionfish, Cuban tree frogs, Haitian curly-tailed lizards, Myna Birds, and Monk parrots. Invasive plants like Australian Pine and Brazilian Pepper trees also pose significant threats. Each new species, regardless of size, harms the sensitive ecosystem of the Keys.

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A Roaring Good Time Speakeasy!
Apr
18

A Roaring Good Time Speakeasy!

CFK Academy at The College of the Florida Keys, is excited to invite you to A Roaring Good Time, Presented by the CFK Foundation. This year’s 2nd annual event will be hosted at the Tennessee Williams Theatre on Friday, April 18, 2025 6:00-8:30 p.m. We are planning a fun evening with food, cash bar, entertainment, auctions, and much more! Please join us to support our students.

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Coral Restoration: Improvise, Adapt, and Overcome
Feb
20

Coral Restoration: Improvise, Adapt, and Overcome

Dr. Spadaro will discuss applying new technology, novel methods and materials, and classic ecological theory to the holistic restoration of Florida’s Coral Reef. In collaboration with multiple nations and institutions, he is working with large native crab that have the potential to facilitate dramatic, large scale coral restoration.

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Creepy Campus Ghost Tour
Oct
28

Creepy Campus Ghost Tour

Just in time for Halloween, join Island Tales on the campus of the College of the Florida Keys for a creepy campus ghost tour.

This will be an enthralling evening filled with ghost tales and spooky legends led by 5-star rated tour guide Amy Andrade.

Learn about haunted lighthouses, murder, betrayal, diseases, natural disasters, and ghosts that haunt the Florida Keys. 

Light refreshments will be served.  All proceeds will benefit the CFK Academy students. 

Sunday Oct. 28th  6:30pm or 8:30pm

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Creepy Campus Ghost Tour
Oct
13

Creepy Campus Ghost Tour

Just in time for Halloween, join Island Tales on the campus of the College of the Florida Keys for a creepy campus ghost tour.

This will be an enthralling evening filled with ghost tales and spooky legends led by 5-star rated tour guide Amy Andrade.

Learn about haunted lighthouses, murder, betrayal, diseases, natural disasters, and ghosts that haunt the Florida Keys. 

Light refreshments will be served.  All proceeds will benefit the CFK Academy students. 

Sunday Oct. 13th  6:30pm or 8:30pm

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