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As the former President of Coquina
Key Neighborhood Association and
your local Realtor, it is essential to
have someone represent your best
interest with an expertise in waterfront
neighborhoods and local market
strategies.
As your Neighbor, I KNOW the
importance of receiving the highest and
best value for your home.
Go to my website for your FREE
Comparative Market Analysis or call
me with no obligation and I will provide
you with an estimate of your home's
value.
Have someone in mind you would like
as a neighbor? I am more than happy
to help!
Sarah
Morrow
Dedicated to representing your best interest
My Community Impact
Coquina Key Neighborhood
Association
Past President
Junior League of
St Petersburg
Active Member
All Children’s Hospital
Volunteer
Big Dog Ranch Rescue
Volunteer
Pinellas County Schools
Former Elementary Teacher
Sarah Morrow
Licensed Realtor (727) 330-0689www.sarahmorrowrealty.com
Coquina Key Market Stats
Median Days on Market 52 Sales YTD 14
Current Active Listings Median Single Family Home Price $147,000
Condominium/Townhouse: 32 Median Single Family Waterfront Price $364,5000
Single Family: 14 Median Single Family Bayfront Price $530,000
Duplex: 1
Please note that home values vary based on condition, location, square footage, and various other amenities.
ISLAND NEWS
In This Issue
Island Business
Coquina Key Real
Estate
CKNA Updates
Farmer’s Markets
Local ClamsSubmit your favorite Coquina Key photo for future publications.
Island News For You
Island News is an independent newsletter brought to you by one of
your very own residents, Sarah Morrow. Stay up to date on Island
activities, developments, and resources by reading this bi-monthly
publication.
Coquina Key March 2016
Farmer’s Markets
Tampa Bay is home to a number of farmer’s markets where residents and visitors can enjoy locally
farmed produce, meats, seafood, dairy, and artisan goods. Whether you are shopping for ingredients
to make a home cooked meal, or just a snack, the variety of local vendors offers a unique shopping
experience while supporting our local growers and artisans. Market season in our area usually runs
October through May. Many markets also host a smaller version of their market during the summer
months.
Corey Ave Fresh Market
300 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach
Sundays
October to May 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
tampabaymarkets.com
Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market
2900 Beach Blvd., Gulfport
Tuesdays
Year-round 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Find them on Facebook
The Mid Week Madeira Beach Open
Air Market
Gulf Blvd and Madeira Way
Wednesdays
October to June, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
thebeachmarkets.com
Treasure Island Open Air Market
1 Park Place, Treasure Island
Fridays
December to April, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
islandneighborschamber.org
Saturday Morning Market
100 1st St SE, St Petersburg
Saturdays
October to May, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
saturdaymorningmarket.com
Pierce Street Market
2 Drew St, Clearwater
2nd Saturdays
October to May, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
piercestreetmarket.com
Buying and Selling Real Estate with Sarah Morrow
Just Listed
5006A Starfish Dr SE
Waterfront,
Sold for $149,900
4140 Martin Luther King Jr St S
Single Family
Sold for $157,000
Linguini con le Vongole, serves 2 or 3
Recipe submitted by Edmund Gallizzi
18 clams, little neck or middle neck (size) ¼ cup dry white wine (or water) 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ teaspoon dry thyme red pepper flakes (optional) ½ pound linguini 5 sprigs Italian parsley, chopped Wash clams with a brush and check that each is tightly closed. If a clam is gaping a bit (not closed), set it aside for a few minutes to let it warm. Give it a few taps to see if it closes. If not, discard it.
In a large pot, boil salted water for the pasta.
Add wine (or water) and clams to a frying pan over medium heat. After a few minutes, begin removing the clams as they open. Place in a covered bowl. Some clams may take as long as 10 minutes to open. Unopened clams should be discarded. After all the clams have been removed from the pan, gently pour the clam juice into a bowl leaving any clam shell pieces or sediment in the pan. Optionally, remove the clams from the shells reserving a few for garnish.
Add linguini to the boiling water.
Wipe out the frying pan, heat the oil on medium-low heat and add the garlic. Sauté for a few minutes to soften, but not brown the garlic. Add reserved clam juice, thyme and pepper flakes.
Cook the pasta about one minute less than package instructions. After reserving about a cup of pasta cooking water, drain the pasta and place it in the pan with the oil and clam juice. Stir the pasta to coat with oil and juice and cook for a minute or two. If it seems a bit dry, add some of the reserved pasta water. Add clams and parsley.
Local Clams
by Edmund Gallizzi
Linguini con le Vongole (a.k.a. Spaghetti with Clams) which is the favorite dish of celebrity chef Mario Batali (Molto Mario) is an attractive meal for Bay area families because of an abundance of modestly priced, high quality fresh locally farmed clams.
In the past, Tampa Bay and other coastal waters of southwest Florida have provided an abundance of wild clams and oysters. In the early 20th century, the Ten Thousand Island area south of Marco Island was described as having “probably the largest bed of hard clams in the United States.” Unfortunately, these beds were destroyed by a red tide in 1945. Tampa Bay had a clam harvesting industry which used mechanical dredges that, by the middle of the century, decimated the clam beds.
As the wild clam population has dwindled, clam farming on the Gulf Coast of Florida has grown rapidly since its inception in the 1990s. Some of this growth has been fueled by the 1994 Florida gill net fishing ban which put many fisherman out of work. The center of Florida clam farming is Cedar Key. In our area, Joe Island Clams is located on Terra Ceia (just south of the Skyway bridge).
As with all meat and seafood, safe handling and preparation is important. Clams must be alive when purchased and used. Live clams have their shells tightly closed. Shells that are not closed or do not close when tapped should not be used. Clams should be kept refrigerated at about 45 degrees in a moist environment. Clams may be stored in the refrigerator in a bowl covered with a wet kitchen towel. Clams are best when used within a week of harvest and should not be used more than two weeks from harvest.
201 45th Ave S
2 bed, 1 bath
1,032 square feet
Water views for $145,000!
4020 Coquina Key Dr SE
2 bed, 2 bath
1,102 square feet + lanai
On the bay for $388,000!
Recently Sold Properties
CKNA Connect
Coquina Key Neighborhood
Association is your source for
neighborhood initiatives. Connect with
CKNA on social media and attend the
monthly meetings.
Meetings are held on the fourth
Tuesday of each month at the
Coquina Key Neighborhood
Clubhouse located at 3850 Pompano
Dr SE. Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m.
and often conclude with a social.
Upcoming Events:
CKNA Earth Day Celebration
April 16, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
CKNA Clubhouse (Island House)
Contact Info:
www.ckna.org
3850 Pompano Dr SE
Social Media
Nextdoor.com
Facebook.com
COQUINA KEY NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
Calling all residents of single family homes, Coquina Key
Townhomes, and Waterside at Coquina Key!
It’s YOUR island too!
Join the Coquina Key Neighborhood Association for their monthly
neighborhood meeting on March 22 at 7:00 p.m. This month’s
meeting agenda includes time for discussion and neighborhood input
on how residents can collaborate with our community police officers to
improve our island. The meeting will conclude with a quarterly social.
CKNA Earth Day Celebration
April 16, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Island residents are invited to meet at the Coquina Key Island House on
April 16 to celebrate Earth Day by participating in a variety of activities
beginning at 8:30 a.m.
Timeline of Events:
8:30 a.m Meet at the Island House
Planting project at the North Island Bridge 9:30 a.m. Meet at the Island House
Dash for Trash, Games, Island House cleanup 11:00 a.m. Meet at the Coquina Key Park
Island Paddle Participants provide their own kayak or paddleboard, paddle, and life vest.
Yoga Classes
Stay tuned for the next schedule of yoga classes offered at the Island House.
If you have an interest in signing up, please email [email protected]
Support Your Local Businesses
Our island community is home to several local business owners.
Munch’s Restaurant and
Sundries
3920 6th St S
Open Daily
3922 6th St S
Open Daily
3913 6th St S
Haircuts
Children’s $10
Students with ID, Seniors $12
Regular $15
Buying and Selling Real Estate with Sarah Morrow
Just Listed
5006A Starfish Dr SE
Waterfront,
Sold for $149,900
4140 Martin Luther King Jr St S
Single Family
Sold for $157,000
Linguini con le Vongole, serves 2 or 3
Recipe submitted by Edmund Gallizzi
18 clams, little neck or middle neck (size) ¼ cup dry white wine (or water) 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ teaspoon dry thyme red pepper flakes (optional) ½ pound linguini 5 sprigs Italian parsley, chopped Wash clams with a brush and check that each is tightly closed. If a clam is gaping a bit (not closed), set it aside for a few minutes to let it warm. Give it a few taps to see if it closes. If not, discard it.
In a large pot, boil salted water for the pasta.
Add wine (or water) and clams to a frying pan over medium heat. After a few minutes, begin removing the clams as they open. Place in a covered bowl. Some clams may take as long as 10 minutes to open. Unopened clams should be discarded. After all the clams have been removed from the pan, gently pour the clam juice into a bowl leaving any clam shell pieces or sediment in the pan. Optionally, remove the clams from the shells reserving a few for garnish.
Add linguini to the boiling water.
Wipe out the frying pan, heat the oil on medium-low heat and add the garlic. Sauté for a few minutes to soften, but not brown the garlic. Add reserved clam juice, thyme and pepper flakes.
Cook the pasta about one minute less than package instructions. After reserving about a cup of pasta cooking water, drain the pasta and place it in the pan with the oil and clam juice. Stir the pasta to coat with oil and juice and cook for a minute or two. If it seems a bit dry, add some of the reserved pasta water. Add clams and parsley.
Local Clams
by Edmund Gallizzi
Linguini con le Vongole (a.k.a. Spaghetti with Clams) which is the favorite dish of celebrity chef Mario Batali (Molto Mario) is an attractive meal for Bay area families because of an abundance of modestly priced, high quality fresh locally farmed clams.
In the past, Tampa Bay and other coastal waters of southwest Florida have provided an abundance of wild clams and oysters. In the early 20th century, the Ten Thousand Island area south of Marco Island was described as having “probably the largest bed of hard clams in the United States.” Unfortunately, these beds were destroyed by a red tide in 1945. Tampa Bay had a clam harvesting industry which used mechanical dredges that, by the middle of the century, decimated the clam beds.
As the wild clam population has dwindled, clam farming on the Gulf Coast of Florida has grown rapidly since its inception in the 1990s. Some of this growth has been fueled by the 1994 Florida gill net fishing ban which put many fisherman out of work. The center of Florida clam farming is Cedar Key. In our area, Joe Island Clams is located on Terra Ceia (just south of the Skyway bridge).
As with all meat and seafood, safe handling and preparation is important. Clams must be alive when purchased and used. Live clams have their shells tightly closed. Shells that are not closed or do not close when tapped should not be used. Clams should be kept refrigerated at about 45 degrees in a moist environment. Clams may be stored in the refrigerator in a bowl covered with a wet kitchen towel. Clams are best when used within a week of harvest and should not be used more than two weeks from harvest.
201 45th Ave S
2 bed, 1 bath
1,032 square feet
Water views for $145,000!
4020 Coquina Key Dr SE
2 bed, 2 bath
1,102 square feet + lanai
On the bay for $388,000!
Recently Sold Properties
CKNA Connect
Coquina Key Neighborhood
Association is your source for
neighborhood initiatives. Connect with
CKNA on social media and attend the
monthly meetings.
Meetings are held on the fourth
Tuesday of each month at the
Coquina Key Neighborhood
Clubhouse located at 3850 Pompano
Dr SE. Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m.
and often conclude with a social.
Upcoming Events:
CKNA Earth Day Celebration
April 16, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
CKNA Clubhouse (Island House)
Contact Info:
www.ckna.org
3850 Pompano Dr SE
Social Media
Nextdoor.com
Facebook.com
COQUINA KEY NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
Calling all residents of single family homes, Coquina Key
Townhomes, and Waterside at Coquina Key!
It’s YOUR island too!
Join the Coquina Key Neighborhood Association for their monthly
neighborhood meeting on March 22 at 7:00 p.m. This month’s
meeting agenda includes time for discussion and neighborhood input
on how residents can collaborate with our community police officers to
improve our island. The meeting will conclude with a quarterly social.
CKNA Earth Day Celebration
April 16, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Island residents are invited to meet at the Coquina Key Island House on
April 16 to celebrate Earth Day by participating in a variety of activities
beginning at 8:30 a.m.
Timeline of Events:
8:30 a.m Meet at the Island House
Planting project at the North Island Bridge 9:30 a.m. Meet at the Island House
Dash for Trash, Games, Island House cleanup 11:00 a.m. Meet at the Coquina Key Park
Island Paddle Participants provide their own kayak or paddleboard, paddle, and life vest.
Yoga Classes
Stay tuned for the next schedule of yoga classes offered at the Island House.
If you have an interest in signing up, please email [email protected]
Support Your Local Businesses
Our island community is home to several local business owners.
Munch’s Restaurant and
Sundries
3920 6th St S
Open Daily
3922 6th St S
Open Daily
3913 6th St S
Haircuts
Children’s $10
Students with ID, Seniors $12
Regular $15
As the former President of Coquina
Key Neighborhood Association and
your local Realtor, it is essential to
have someone represent your best
interest with an expertise in waterfront
neighborhoods and local market
strategies.
As your Neighbor, I KNOW the
importance of receiving the highest and
best value for your home.
Go to my website for your FREE
Comparative Market Analysis or call
me with no obligation and I will provide
you with an estimate of your home's
value.
Have someone in mind you would like
as a neighbor? I am more than happy
to help!
Sarah
Morrow
Dedicated to representing your best interest
My Community Impact
Coquina Key Neighborhood
Association
Past President
Junior League of
St Petersburg
Active Member
All Children’s Hospital
Volunteer
Big Dog Ranch Rescue
Volunteer
Pinellas County Schools
Former Elementary Teacher
Sarah Morrow
Licensed Realtor (727) 330-0689 www.sarahmorrowrealty.com
Coquina Key Market Stats
Median Days on Market 52 Sales YTD 14
Current Active Listings Median Single Family Home Price $147,000
Condominium/Townhouse: 32 Median Single Family Waterfront Price $364,5000
Single Family: 14 Median Single Family Bayfront Price $530,000
Duplex: 1
Please note that home values vary based on condition, location, square footage, and various other amenities.
ISLAND NEWS
In This Issue
Island Business
Coquina Key Real
Estate
CKNA Updates
Farmer’s Markets
Local Clams Submit your favorite Coquina Key photo for future publications.
Island News For You
Island News is an independent newsletter brought to you by one of
your very own residents, Sarah Morrow. Stay up to date on Island
activities, developments, and resources by reading this bi-monthly
publication.
Coquina Key March 2016
Farmer’s Markets
Tampa Bay is home to a number of farmer’s markets where residents and visitors can enjoy locally
farmed produce, meats, seafood, dairy, and artisan goods. Whether you are shopping for ingredients
to make a home cooked meal, or just a snack, the variety of local vendors offers a unique shopping
experience while supporting our local growers and artisans. Market season in our area usually runs
October through May. Many markets also host a smaller version of their market during the summer
months.
Corey Ave Fresh Market
300 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach
Sundays
October to May 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
tampabaymarkets.com
Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market
2900 Beach Blvd., Gulfport
Tuesdays
Year-round 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Find them on Facebook
The Mid Week Madeira Beach Open
Air Market
Gulf Blvd and Madeira Way
Wednesdays
October to June, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
thebeachmarkets.com
Treasure Island Open Air Market
1 Park Place, Treasure Island
Fridays
December to April, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
islandneighborschamber.org
Saturday Morning Market
100 1st St SE, St Petersburg
Saturdays
October to May, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
saturdaymorningmarket.com
Pierce Street Market
2 Drew St, Clearwater
2nd Saturdays
October to May, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
piercestreetmarket.com
