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Posted Friday, March 10, 2006

Auwina Weed to Perform at the 44th Annual Key West Conch Shell Blowing contest
Join us Saturday, March 11th, 1:30 P.M., Sunset Pier, Ocean Key House, Zero Duval Street

Shell Blowing contest are not judged on musical ability, all participants and attendees will be treated to an actual musical demonstation of the conch shell horn. For years AUWINA WEED has been amazing the crowd at the annual conch honk with her ability to play the shell as a musical instrument. Once again, Ms. Weed will demonstrate this talent offering a few numbers while the judges tally the scores and determine the contest winners.
44th Annual Key West Conch Shell Blowing Contest
Tomorrow, Saturday, March 11 at 1:30 PM
Sunset Pier, Ocean Key House, Zero Duval

FREE to Enter or Watch
Categories for toddlers to seniors
Bring your own conch horn or buy one there
Register 11-1 pm Mallory Square Museum or at the contest

Master of Ceremonies
Jerry Tinlin

Judges
Key West Mayor, Morgan McPherson
Schools Superintendent, Randy Acevedo
Former city Commissioner, Sally Lewis
Produced by:
Old Island Restoration Foundation -Preserving the architecture and heritage of Key West and operating the Oldest House Museum & Gardens and the Mallory Square Museum
Sponsored by:
Ocean Key House - Zero DuvalThe Florida Keys & Key West - Monroe County Tourist Development Board - Come as you are!