Key Biscayne Stories

• Get to Know Andy Garcia III - Boutique Doggie Daycare!

  🎙️ Get to Know Andy Garcia III and His Boutique Doggie DaycareAfter more than 40 years in the produce industry, longtime Key Biscayne resident Andy Garcia III decided it was time for a new chapter — one filled with wagging tails and warm hearts. In this episode, Andy shares how he turned his love for animals into a concierge-style dog care service right from his home on the Key.We talk about how the idea started, what makes his service unique, and how he creates a comfortable, family-style environment for every dog that stays with him. Andy also opens up about his therapy dog, Milano, and how together they bring joy to schools, hospitals, and the wider community.🐾 Topics include:Andy’s 40-year career transition from produce to pet careWhat “concierge dog care” means and how it worksThe process for introducing new dogs into his homeMilano’s journey as a certified therapy dogFinding purpose and joy in serving both people and petsTune in to hear the heartwarming story of how one neighbor found a new way to give back — through unconditional love and care.Key Biscayne Stories - Where neighbors meet neighbors. 💛

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• Get to Know Txema Padel Director at the Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne

  In this episode of Key Biscayne Stories, we sit down with Txema, the Padel Director at the Ritz-Carlton in Key Biscayne. Txema shares his journey—from his early background in sports to his passion for teaching padel and developing programs that bring people together.We talk about the growing padel community on the island, his approach to building friendship and camaraderie among his students, and his love for Key Biscayne.📍 Topics we cover:Txema’s personal and professional backgroundHow he built the padel program at the Ritz-CarltonThe role of community and friendship in sports👉 Subscribe for more local stories and inspiring guests from our island community.

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• Get to Know Manny Paez from Hurryio! Local food delivery app and more!

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• Get to Know Iggy from Team Key Aquatics - How it all started, how it grown and the impact it has on the community

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• Get to Know Matilda Urcuyo CEO of Miami Tutoring and KB Help!

  Matilda Urcuyo is the CEO of KBHelp and Miami Tutoring, two initiatives making a difference in the Key Biscayne area and beyond. KBHelp is a community service powered by high school students from Key Biscayne who offer babysitting, pet sitting, dog walking, errands, DJ help, tutoring, and more for local families. Learn more at https://kbhelp.webnode.page/She also runs Miami Tutoring, a free tutoring program dedicated to helping students with homework, test prep, and study skills — all at no cost to families. Discover more at https://miamitutoring.webnode.page/Thank you to Baptist Health for their support! Hey listeners! Summer’s in full swing, and if you’ve got kids gearing up for school or sports,here’s a helpful heads-up. Baptist Health’s Urgent Care Express in Key Biscayne is your go-tospot for school and sports physicals—available all summer long. They're quick, convenient, andstart at just $25. Best of all? No appointment needed.And here’s something even cooler—right now, Baptist Health is offering free virtual urgentcare through August 31st with the Baptist Health PineApp. Whether it’s a summer cold, a minorinjury, or just peace of mind while traveling, care is just a tap away, 24/7.From in-person visits to virtual care, Baptist Health’s Same-Day Care options are designed to fityour schedule—so you can get back to doing what you love. Near Key Biscayne, you’ve gotaccess to more great locations like Urgent Care in Brickell and the Emergency Room at DoctorsHospital in Coral Gables. So wherever you are this summer, high-quality care is just around thecorner.To learn more or get started, visit BaptistHealth.net/GetCareNow.

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