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Gulf Water Clear and Clean 75-100 Miles West

We ventured offshore this weekend for a fishing trip. Fishing was our goal, but no Floridian has any more concern about our environmental future than the conditions of the water and the impact of the oil spill. So far, the waters around Belleair Bluffs, Belleair Beach, Indian Rocks Beach and all of the Gulf waters [...]

Maggie Mae’s Introduces New Menu

New Menu Features Our Own Roast Turkey!
Healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring and flavorless. That’s why Maggie Mae’s on the Bluffs is roasting turkey to offer unique menu items at a low cost. Try our new Turkey Breast Club Salad or our new Turkey Panini with cranberry mayo. Who else but Maggie Mae’s is [...]

Free Jolley Trolley Service and Parking for Sand Key’s Big Block Party

For resildents of Largo, Belleair, Belleair Beach, Belleair Bluffs and surrounding communities who want to come to the big block party on Sand Key, Saturday, April 17,2010, there will be FREE Jolley Trolley service from the city parking lots on Sand Key and Sand Key Park.
This is a free family event for the whole family [...]

Al “Coffee” McDaniels to Entertain at Sand Key’s Springfest

The plans for the Sand Key Civic Association’s Springfest are shaping up for a great day on the island. Al “Coffee” McDaniels, a well known local
 Jazz recording artist, has been booked to entertain the crowd. The sounds of smooth jazz and contemporary music will fill the air along with tents of food from the restaurants [...]

Florida Fruit and Vegetable Prices Skyrocket

If your grocery budget is in the red this month, you can blame mother nature. This year’s record setting lengthy cold snap in January and February has driven prices up and, in some cases, dramatic shortages will be with us until late spring.
Two things happen when the weather gets cold. First, below freezing temperatures destroy crops [...]

Blues Highlight Events in the Belleair Bluffs, Largo and Indian Rocks Beach Area

Clearwater Sea Blues festival will highlight the weekend’s activities at Coachman Park in Clearwater. Beginning on Friday, February 19th the sound of blues will start at 5:30 PM on the grassy slopes of the park. The weather is supposed to cooperate and top name entertainment has been booked for this FREE event. It’s a short [...]

Belleair Causeway and Boat Ramp Open

Without much fanfare, the bridge and boat ramp appear to be open. The area around the boat ramp is impressive with plenty of parking for cars and boat trailers. The fishing pier and docks are large and seem to be fully functional. The quiet opening was just the simple removal of barricades that prevented access.
Both [...]

Happy New Year from the Staff at Maggie Mae’s

On January 9, 2010 Maggie Mae’s on the Bluffs will celebrate our first year anniversary. While the new year begins, it is difficult to imagine a better year than 2009 for all of us at Maggie’s. We have made many new friends, been welcomed in the community and established a growing restaurant in a recessionary [...]

Oyster Industry at Risk in Gulf

The FDA has announced a proposal to require oyster harvesters to “process” oysters after harvesting to eliminate any potential bacteria. Citing eight deaths in the United States in 2008 linked to oyster bacteria, the FDA thinks regulation is important. Of course, they forget that more people died from choking on Salt Water Taffy at fairs [...]

Jazz Invades Sand Key This Weekend

For a nearby treat this weekend, the Suncoast Jazz Classic begins Friday with a parade at 11:30 AM from poolside at the Sheraton Sand Key. The annual Suncoast Jazz Classic kicks off three days of music and fun at both the Sheraton and Marriott hotels. 20 plus bands from around the country keep the entertainment [...]