Monthly Meetings
ABOUT OUR MONTHLY MEETINGS
Our Club meets monthly on the 4th Monday of each "odd" month at the Key Largo Civic Club. We are seeking a new meeting place for the 4th Monday of each "even" month to meet in Tavernier or Islamorada. (Please send us your suggestions!) New to the UKRC? Come and check us out as a guest! The only requirement is that you must be a registered Republican.
March 2025 Monthly UKRC Meeting
Monday - March 24, 2025
Key Largo Civic Club
209 Ocean Bay Drive, Key Largo, FL 33037
5:30 PM - Social Time
5:45 PM - Dinner (RSVP by 1/25/25 to reserve dinner)
6:00 PM - Meeting
2024 Recap and 2025 UKRC Board Elections
It's time to elect your next Upper Keys Republican Club Board. If you are interested and would like more information about the duties of any position, please connect with our current board members or send us an email at upperkeysrepublicanclub@gmail.com . Please consider serving!
Please RSVP for dinner by March 22nd by emailing the email above. Dinner catered by The Sons & Daughters of Italy, $15/per person.
February 2025 Monthly UKRC Meeting - CANCELLED
January 2025 Monthly UKRC Meeting
Monday - November 18, 2024
Key Largo Civic Club
209 Ocean Bay Drive, Key Largo, FL 33037
5:30 PM - Social Time
5:45 PM - Dinner (RSVP by 1/25/25 to reserve dinner)
6:00 PM - Meeting
First Meeting of 2025 - Uncovering January 6th Persecution
Join us as Sarah McAbee shares the story of her husband, former Sheriff's Deputy Ronald McAbee's arrest in the wake of January 6th, 2021 and his appalling, ongoing mistreatment - physically and legally - by our federal government.
Sarah felt a calling to take action. She began working alongside other advocates, eventually co-founding The Real J6, to shine a light on the harsh treatment these individuals have faced, emphasizing the importance of civil liberties as a cornerstone of American values. She also co-founded Stand in the Gap, an organization committed to providing vital support to January 6th defendants and their families.
Learn how Sarah turned her her family's egregious mistreatment into advocacy and activism - and how you can help!
November 2024 Monthly UKRC Meeting
Monday - November 18, 2024
Key Largo Civic Club
209 Ocean Bay Drive, Key Largo, FL 33037
5:30 PM - Social Time
5:45 PM - Dinner
6:00 PM - Meeting
Final Meeting of 2024 - Critical Discussion on Monroe County's Involvement in the United Nations - Backed Local 2030 Network
This is one meeting you won’t want to miss! Join us on Monday, November 18th at the Key Largo Civic Club for an important discussion about the Monroe County Board of County Commissioner's recent decision to join the UN-backed Local 2030 Islands Network.
With little input from residents, the Board of County Commissioners moved forward with this motion, raising concerns about transparency and the potential for outside influence over our community’s future. Many Monroe County citizens feel unheard and are troubled by the lack of community engagement in a decision that could greatly impact our local governance.
Now is the time to stay informed and make your voice count. Mark your calendar, bring your questions, and join a gathering of concerned citizens as we address what this motion could mean for Monroe County.
Let’s work together to ensure our community’s future reflects our own values and priorities!
October 2024 Monthly UKRC Meeting
Monday - October 28, 2024
Keys GOP Headquarters
91625 Overseas Hwy - Tavernier, FL 33070
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Let's Rally!
We're making the most of our last get-together before Election Day. Bring your enthusiasm (and a flag, if you have one) to rally at our GOP HQ. It's crunch time to help our Republican candidates get elected.
- All GOP Candidates invited to mix and mingle
- Concerned citizens info station addressing the controversial Local2030 Islands Initiative being introduced to Monroe County
- Picnic fare provided & friends are welcome to participate
September 2024 Monthly UKRC Meeting
Monday - September 23, 2024
Key Largo Civic Club
209 Ocean Bay Drive, Key Largo, FL 33037
Social time begins at 5:30
Meeting begins at 6:00
Topics:
Featuring an update from Commissioner Jim Scholl on Monroe County Board activities and his re-election campaign.
Informational briefing on United Sovereign Americans, a grassroots group focused on election integrity.
Membership vote on requested letter of support of School Board referendums.
Monroe County Republican voters slate card - candidates and amendments.
...and more!
Visit https://www.keysgop.com/upcoming-events for additional information and helpful links to prepare for the meeting.
DINNER: If you'd like have dinner at the meeting ($15/pp), reserve your plate by Saturday, Sept. 21 with an RSVP to upperkeysrepublicanclub@gmail.com.
August 2024 Monthly UKRC Meeting
Monday - August 26, 2024
San Pedro Catholic Church - Williams Hall
89500 Overseas Hwy, Plantation Key (Bayside)
Social time begins at 5:30
Meeting begins at 6:00
Topics:
Come and get the scoop on the School Board referendums with our featured speaker and school board member, John Dick! Upper Keys candidates appearing on the general election ballot will also be invited to join us to introduce themselves.
**Please note that due to lack of volunteers we will not be providing any food or beverages at this meeting - but you're welcome to bring your own!
July 2024 Monthly UKRC Meeting
Monday - July 22, 2024
Key Largo Civic Club
209 Ocean Bay Drive, Key Largo, FL 33037
Social time begins at 5:30
Meeting begins at 6:00
Topics: Final UKRC Meeting Before the August Primary Election - Join us for the latest "Buzzzz" about Monroe County Mosquito Control Board with a presentation by Board Commissioner Bette Brown
Please join us on Monday, July 22nd, for the final UKRC meeting before the August Primary Election. We will hear from our newest Mosquito Control Board Commissioner, Bette Brown, appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis in December 2023 to complete the term of our dear, departed friend Tom McDonald. Commissioner Brown looks forward to introducing herself and updating us on the board's activities.
Additionally, every Republican candidate on your Upper Keys Primary Election ballot has been invited to attend. Those who RSVP will have a designated table to display literature, lawn signs, swag, or other information to support their candidacy. Come and see who joins us to ask for your vote!
To reserve a plate for dinner, please RSVP to upperkeysrepublicanclub@gmail.com or text/call 920-574-1011 by Saturday, July 20th. Without your timely RSVP, dinner cannot be guaranteed.
June 2024 Monthly UKRC Meeting
Monday - June 24, 2024
San Pedro Catholic Church - Williams Hall
89500 Overseas Hwy, Plantation Key (Bayside)
Social time begins at 5:30
Meeting begins at 6:00
Topics: Election Season is Heating Up!
It's not just the temperature that's heating up! Now is the time to pay attention and become involved in political races up and down the ticket. Please join us on Monday, June 24th as we kick off what is sure to be a hot election season.
REPUBLICAN CANDIDATES: You'll have expanded time during this meeting to provide more than just a 2-minute elevator speech. Plan for 3-5 minutes to speak then take a question or two from our attendees.
May 2024 Monthly UKRC Meeting
Monday - May 20, 2024
Key Largo Civic Club
209 Ocean Bay Drive, Key Largo, FL 33037
Social time begins at 5:30
Meeting begins at 6:00
Topics: Update from our Sheriff’s Office: Illegal Immigration & Drug Trafficking in the Keys with Captain Spenser Bryan
April 2024 Monthly UKRC Meeting
April UKRC Meeting Cancelled. Join us May 20th in Key Largo!
Unfortunately, we were informed this afternoon that our meeting venue has lost air conditioning and is not able to be fixed before our meeting. Therefore, the board has made the decision to cancel April's meeting.
Instead of taking time off from politics during this important election year, we encourage you to dedicate a few hours toward helping the election campaign of one (or more!) of your favorite Republican candidates. Not sure who is running? Check here: https://www.keysgop.com/upcoming-elections