Celebratory events include the annual Key West Crime Stoppers run, which begins at 7:30 a.m. at Smathers Beach. Runners and spectators of the event are also invited to take part in a post-race party sponsored by the Sheraton Suites Resort shortly following the run's conclusion.
Additionally, the annual Hospice/Visiting Nurse Association of the Florida Keys picnic will take place at the Wyndham Casa Marina. Tickets cost $20 per adult and $10 for children 12 and under. Another fun-filled event is the Rotary Club of Key West picnic, which will take place at the White Street Pier. This casual, and enjoyable event is a 'bring-your-
"We love the 4th of July in Key West. In addition to the sponsored events, we also have plenty of other things to do in Key West. Visitors can take a glass bottom boat cruise, golf, swim with the dolphins or even take in one of our many Key West tours and still be back in time to watch the fireworks. One of our most popular tours, the Do It All, takes visitors out on an award winning mega yacht, complete with lunch prepared by your own personal chef," said Chris Gardner of Best On Key West (http://www.bestonkeywest.com).
Visitors on a Do It All Tour get the chance to take in some Key West snorkeling, ride Yamaha 1100 Waverunners, waterski, kneeboard, windsurf, kayak, sail the Sunfish Sailboat and climb the Ice Mountain, all on a six hour tour. Visitors can also add parasailing to the tour for an extra fee before riding the state-of-the-
"No matter what you're looking to do in Key West for the 4th of July, we can help. Our experienced guides and travel experts know the island in and out and we have a tour perfect for any vacation. Feel like relaxing? Our glass bottom boat tour is the perfect activity. Want a little more excitement? Try our Do It All tours. We have something for everyone," said Gardner.
