AND JUST LIKE THAT…. I’M 39 AGAIN !!!!
Thursday, July 19, 2018
JULY 20 THRU THROUGH JULY 26 (ETC.), 2018 IN KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!
HAPPY JULY 20 BIRTHDAY TO…ME!!! LYNDA FRECHETTE!!!…. PATTI ALTOBELLO …ERICSON HOLT…MARY ANN DAVIS … JEANIE FALCONE … GORDY MICHAEL … DEAN DI BRITO …BILL STEPHENS … ANNA BARFIELD… VASH BODIE … (Please remember Al Uridel … and Mimi & Bob Dixon!)
DEAR READERS….. It’s my birthday on Friday, July 20!! I look forward to celebrating on both the 20th and 21st…. and for that matter, every single day through the rest of July!!!! So glad to have made it to the ripe old age of 39!!!! I know you are shocked!! You all thought I was MUCH younger, right? I do want to thank all who have been sending me cards, notes, emails, texts, e-cards, and special gifts. It touches my heart to be remembered… so thanks and much love and appreciation!
*****ATTENTION SNOW BIRDS WHO ARE FLORIDA RESIDENTS!!!….Our wonderful Snow Bird population has headed hither and yon to other homes in distant places…. Or… many are going on amazing travel vacations and road trips. There is truth in ‘Out of Sight…Out of Mind.’… And yet there is something I would like you to PLEASE keep in mind! If you are a Snow Bird, but a Florida resident, as we are, and are not here on August 28th, please be aware that there is a VERY important Vote for Mayor in Key West. Just because you are not in town, does not mean you don’t have to cast your vote. In fact…. This year your vote is of the UTMOST importance!!! There are multiple individuals running for this office….. most with little or no experience whatsoever. I am urging you to PLEASE vote for TERI JOHNSTON!!! (Scroll down and read more, below!) We love Key West and we know you do too, and we all have a stake on our future here!!! I ask you to please call in for an absentee ballot. The info on how to do this is below….. PLEASE CHECK IT OUT along with my reasons for supporting TERI JOHNSTON!!!
ANNOUNCEMENT MADE OF WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE 2018-19 SEASON…. The opening show in November will be CARMEN RODRIGUEZ & FRIENDS, BOBBY NESBITT & DAVE BOOTLE, IN CONCERT….. Dec. 11-Jan. 6, PETER & THE STARCATHCER…. Jan. 22-Feb. 9, A DOLLS HOUSE PART TWO…. Feb. 26, through March 23…. YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (MUSICAL)… April 10 thru April 27…. SEX WITH STRANGERS… May 15 through June 1…. RED SPEEDO!!! You will NOT want to miss a single show, so mark your calendars now and please get season tickets for what promises to be a brilliant Season at the Waterfront Playhouse!!!!
CASTS ANNOUNCED FOR PRODUCTIONS….The Waterfront Playhouse has held auditions and several shows have been cast. I am excited to announce the following.. … ‘PETER & THE STARCATCHER’ will star, Dillon Feldman, Arthur Crocker, Steve Miller, John McDonald, Susannah Wells, Trey Forsyth, Matt Hulsey, Ross Pipkin, Devante Mills, Bob Wood, Alan Gillespie, and John Reynolds. (Dec.11-Jan.6)…… ‘A DOLL’S HOUSE, PART TWO’…..Stars Joy Hawkins, Marybeth Graham, David Black and Jessica Miano Kruel… (Jan.22-Feb. 9)… ‘MEL BROOKS’ YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN’ ….stars Trey Forsyth, Alan Gillespie, Jeffrey Harwell, Belle Jampol, Kristen Michelle, John McDonald, Jack Agnew, Marjorie Paul Shook, Ross Pipkin, Matthias Maloff, Lauren Thompson, Carolyn Cooper, Devante Mills, and Dillon Feldman. (Feb. 26 thru March 23.) More announcements to come!!!!
****TERI JOHNSTON FOR MAYOR!!!!!… I AM NOT SUBLTE!!!! We want you ALL to know that my husband Bob, and I, are supporting TERI JOHNSTON FOR MAYOR OF KEY WEST! There are a lot of candidates….. but there is ONLY ONE that stands out from the rest….. and that is TERI! She was a wonderful KW Commissioner who made a HUGE impact on Key West and its constituents. We had always hoped that someday she would throw her hat in the ring and run for MAYOR! She is caring, thoughtful, intelligent, logical, calm under pressure, loves Key West and knows how to get things done! On August 28 there will be a chance to Vote for TERI JOHNSTON and I hope you will. TERI has YOUR BEST interests at heart. And to ALL Snowbirds who are Florida residents and can vote in Florida…..If you cannot be here to vote in person, PLEASE get an Absentee Ballot and vote from wherever you may be. IT IS SO IMPORTANT!!! Even though a couple of Mayoral Candidates have recently dropped out, it is still important to vote!!!! I urge you to call the Supervisor of Elections Office NOW at 305-292-3416, and request an Absentee Ballot. Don’t wait… PLEASE DO IT NOW!!! You will receive your ballots in late July or early August. They need to be returned promptly…. NO later than 7 pm on election day, August 28. TERI NEEDS EVERY SINGLE SNOWBIRD’S VOTE to assure a victory! If she gets 50% +1 votes, she will become the Mayor….and there would be no need for any run off! That is what we are aiming for. I thank you for considering TERI JOHNSTON as Mayor of Key West!!! We are all in this together, folks…. And we, who love Key West, want the very BEST leader….and TERI JOHNSON is by and far the VERY BEST OF THE BEST!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!
MARY LOU HOOVER FOR COMMISSIONER!!!….For all those snowbirds who will not be in Key West to vote on Aug. 28…. Please get your absentee ballot and vote for Mary Lou in District 5. She will always do the best job and take care of her constituents.
RED BARN ANNOUNCES 39TH SEASON…..Dec. 11….’With Bells On” directed and costumed by the fab Christopher Peterson…. January…. Short Attention Span Theatre…. February & March will be ‘Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical’.. March and April will be ‘Meteor Shower’ comedian Steve Martin’s delightful play…. There will be a kickoff event in Nov. and the Gala on feb. 24,2019.
KEY WEST SUMMER DINING SPECIALS!!!!
SARABETH’S on Simonton…. 2 for 1 Mimosas from 11 to 2 pm…. 30% food from 6 to 9 pm….
CAFÉ SOLE….. 1029 Southard St….. 50% all food from 5-6;30 pm and 9 to 10 pm.
LATEDA…..$15.99 weekday evening specials, Mon thru Fri…. 1125 Duval St.
DAVE BOOTLE AT MANGOES, JULY 20,21,27 & 28… Dance from 9 to midnight with great music by heart throb, Dave Bootle!!!! Fri., Sat., Wed, and Thurs. every week!!!!
**FINAL 2 TIMES TO SEE ‘UNDER THE HUNTER’S MOON’, JULY 20 & 21…. At the Red Barn… This is an Original play by Bob Bowersox … It has received RAVE reviews!!!!! You do NOT want to miss this play!!!!! It is onstage at the Red Barn theatre on Duval St. Get tix at 305-296-9911. And make sure you ask about the “Pay what you want” Offer!!!! Directed by Patrick New of Steppenwolf of Chicago, IL….Fab cast consists of David Black, Paula Cabbot, Matthias Maloff, Tammy Shanley, Melody Moore and Arthur Crocker…..showtime is 8 pm…. DO NOT MISS THIS SHOW!!! I have heard nothing but high praise for this play! My husband, Bob, happened to be in Key West for a short time recently, and managed to see it…. and he loved it…. thought it was extremely well-written, beautifully cast and directed… amazing set design by Bob Bowersox….. and expertly crafted with smart , sharp dialogue!!! Sure hoping that some theater will pick it up and present it again in season when all the theater-loving snowbirds are back in town!!!!
HEMINGWAY MARLIN TOURNAMENT, 2nd DAY….. JULY 20…. 8:30 am to 4 pm….. 4-6 pm…. Weigh-In at dock outside of the Waterfront Brewery… 6:30-8 pm… KW Marlin Cocktail Party and fish fry, upstairs… FREE for tournament participants. 8:30-11 pm… KW Marlin Tourney Party with the Havana Club Team… for participants only.
****GET TIX NOW FOR BOBBY IN THE LOBBY SHOW….Bobby Nesbitt is presenting a marvelous Bobby in the Lobby show at the Tennessee Williams Cabaret….after taking a couple of years off… Tix are NOW on sale at www.keystix.com or call 305-296-1520 …. This show will be two eves only…. Jan. 20 & 21….. Act 1 will be Rodgers & Hart and Act 2 will be songs by composer Julie Styne….. Guest stars with the suave and debonair Bobby…. will be the sensational and sultry Carmen Rodriguez and the superb Danny Weathers, who will be back in Key West just for this show! You will NOT want to miss this EVENT!!! Get tix NOW lest you be disappointed! Table and general admission tix are available but are already going FAST!!!!
***ALSO… NOW ON SALE…..ERIC HALEY, MICHAEL MULLIGAN & MICHAEL ROBINSON PRESENT THEIR ALWAYS FAB SHOW TWO NIGHTS ONLY….MARCH 23 & 24….. 8 pm at Tennessee Williams Theatre…. Go to www.kesytix.com or call 305-296-1520 NOW to get your tables or general admission. This great threesome will be performing SONGS FROM THE 60’S…..let the good times roll!!!! And rock too!!!
FREE HEMINGWAY EVENT…. JULY 20…. “PAPA’S POEMS”….The KW Poetry Guild presents a reading of the poems of Ernest Hemingway as well as their own work… FREE to attend… at KW Old City Hall on Greene St….
2ND ROUND OF 38TH HEMINGWAY LOOK-ALIKE CONTEST, JULY 20….$35 entry fee…. FREE to watch. 6:30 pm.
TERRI WHITE FANS…. PLEASE TAKE A LOOK!!! The marvelous Terri has several amazing you tube videos out. Please take time to check out this very powerful video that she created…. Go to http://youtu.be/ukAfDdUwDao. Long live the wonderful Terri White!!!!! Enjoy!!!!!
TROPIC CINEMA…. JULY 20-26….Mama Mia: Here We Go Again….Three Identical Strangers Leave No Trace…Ant Man & the Wasp…. Jurassic World-Fallen Kingdom…
TAVERN N TOWN… JULY 20…. Mike Emerson performhs from 5- 9 pm in the Lounge.
LITERARY WALKING TOUR, JULY 20,27…. 6 pm….Meet at KW Library 700 Fleming St…
THE GARDENS HOTEL, JULY 20, 27…..Michael Robinson & Eric Haley perform, 5 to 7 pm….526 Angela St.
CONCH REPBULIC SEAFOOD CO., JULY 20,27….1-5 pm….Mike Naughton….Tom Taylor…..from 6-10 pm!!!
HOG’S BREATH, JULY 20 & 21….1 pm, Kenny & Cuda….. 5pm, ….Tim Williams….… …10 pm, The Coal Men.
SCHOONER WHARF, JULY 20 & 21… noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud… 7 to midnight The Bubba System.
THE GREEN PARROT…. JULY 20,21,22….Mia Borders at 5:30, 9 and 11 pm….….On July 22 it is only at 5:30 pm….
COMEDY AT THE BOTTLECAP JULY 20,27…..7:30-10 pm…..1128 Simonton St. Get tix at www.comedykeywest.com…. Every Thursday and Friday $10 in advance and $15 at the door….. TOP NOTCH comics will have you laughing your buns off. Local comics are first and headliners then perform and they are outstanding…. This is a real Key West Treasure! We love The Comedy Club at The Bottlecap, and we love Carolyn and Carmelo for making this happen in Key West!
LATEDA, JULY 20,27… 3 Sum at 8:30 pm in the Lounge..
BLUE MACAW, JULY 20….4 TO 7 PM, Nick Norman 3 pm on Wed.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, JULY 20….Chris Tolar at 5 pm…. Caffeine Carl & Friends at 9 pm.
KEY WEST ART & HISTORICAL SOCIETY EXHIBIT…. JULY 27…. New exhibit celebrates 75 years of electric power in the Lower Fla Keys…. 5:30-6 pm… open to members only….. 6 pm 7 pm, open to all in the Bumpus Gallery at the Custom House at 281 Front St. This exhibit will run through Nov. 26.
MARC HOUSE SEEKING USED FANTASY FEST BEADS….If you have a slew of beads and want to donate them to the MARC House at 1401 Seminary St., please bring them to the MH…they will clean and resell these beads as a fundraiser, and those who bring in a 1 gallon plastic bag with beads, will get a 5% discount on a plant store purchase. For info call 305-296-9556.
BIRTHDAY/ANNIVERSARY LISTS….If you would like to be included in the Birthday and Anniversary Lists that I send out every month, please let me know your month and day by sending that info to me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net. There are special perks to being on the lists!!!! One of the perks is having your name in KONK Life on the day of your Birthday!
PRAYER CHAIN…..Please continue to remember the following in your thoughts and prayers…Mike Stallard…Jim Hendrick….…..family & friends of Walter Lepperd and Bob Leiby… Fred Lima…..Nancy Lima …Frank Lima….Harry Schroeder ….Jacob Gelt Dekker …Bella Rettenwander ….James Mill…..Chuck Newman…Diane Covan … …Mary Lynn & Donald Furth … Pat West…good friend, Michael ….Guy deBoer.. …Joe Dallas Sr….Jan Cernan ….Donna Stanton…Bill Welch … Charlie Allen …Judy Davis …Lee Garrison … Lou Ann Cymont… Shannon Farnsworth … Cheryl Walchli … Terri White …John Padget … Karen Eckert.…Snake Collins …..Eric Nelson ….Gary Rivenson …Donna Stabile ….Todd Reifschneider ……Nauni Bailou… …Pat Waller …..Millie Chawlew …Brian Belanger …..Maggie & Mike Domski ……. Lee Knight … …Frank Gren … Maryann Reifschneider …Sherrey Welch …Marta White ……Wally Stevens…. Sandy Abookire… … Peter Deksmith ….. …Bill Lodermeir… …George Kling …. …Richard and Betty Carraway ……Lottie Domski …Carey Moore ….Anne McKee … Ron Burns …..Teresa Lawson ……. Tony Martinez … Star Husky… Ron Maranian …Marec Yooree …Virgil Williams . … Pamella C. Bocdow. …Dee Dee Duecker … Karla Muir … Vincent Gregory …Tony Freese… Jennifer O’Lear …Margaret Taylor … Roland Ryper …Patrick Richards. Remember, there are many reasons that we pray…not just because people are ill…. I do believe that when we all send prayers and good vibes to those in need, those prayers mystically meet and surround those being prayed for. Sometimes we pray for miracles and the impossible….sometimes we pray to just cope with the results of what happens to those we are praying for. Sometimes we pray for strength to go on and to accept…sometimes we pray for thanksgiving. We are in this thing called ‘Life’ together….and we all have power within us to help our fellow man. Bless you for remembering our loved ones….Prayer changes things! Let me know if you know of anyone who should be added to this list.
FKSPCA HAS BRICK PROGRAM….This is a special’ buy a brick and have it inscribed with a special name and message’ that will be placed on the walkway of the new Animal Shelter…a great gift for someone very special. For more info go to www.fkspca.com. Bricks are $250 each. This will help the building fund of the new FKSPCA Shelter…..To complete and furnish the bldg., $700,000 more dollars are needed. You can engrave this brick with a permanent memory…honor a family member, someone special…or a beloved pet. You can order a brick online by going to www.orderabrick.com. You might have to put those in manually. Or you can call 305-294-4857.
BOB FRECHETTE=FABULOUS REALTOR IN TOWN!!!!…..Need a realtor in town? My husband BOB FRECHETTE IS YOUR MAN!!!! He has been with the marvelous Compass Realty ( NOW Keller-Williams Compass) for 19 years …Give him a call at 305-304-2584! Email him at rfrechette@bellsouth.net. He is the BEST! I promise!!!! Honest, Loyal, Fair, and Adorable too!!! He will have only your best interests at heart.
HEADDRESS BALL TIX ON SALE NOW… This always fab event is on Oct. 25, 2018.. at the KW Amphitheater…..8 pm…. For tix go to www.keystix.com.
TAKE STOCK IN CHILDREN NEEDS VOLUNTEER MENTORS….Needs 50 mentors to work with dedicated students….If interested call Karla Quintana at 305-293-1546 or email her at karla.quintana@keysschools.com.
JODYRAE AND MEGAN CAN ENTERTAIN FOR PRIVATE PARTIES!!!..Talented pianist/singer, Megan Constantine and vocalist extraordinaire, Jodyrae Campbell can be hired to play for private parties and events during the season! Book them for your holiday/Christmas parties now. They have their own equipment and would love to make a night at your home or your event extra special! They are also very reasonable. To contact them call 305-587-1499… or you can leave a message for Joyrae on Facebook or email her at jodyraecampbell@yahoo,com
ARTISTS WANTED FOR MALLORY SQUARE….Sunset Celebrations is seeking more artists to participate at this iconic event. For info, email jury@sunsetcelebration.org.
A PUN FOR YOU…A backward poet writes inverse.
HAPPY JULY 21 BIRTHDAY TO…DAVID DUNN …DOUG MAYBERRY … MONICA HASKELL… ANNE MARIE SPARACO… JOANNE DODARO … BOB SLEDZ … JOE LASINIS…. PETER VISHTON… ANNA MARIA MANCIOLA…JANE WHITMYER….
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ERNEST HEMINGWAY!!!!!!
HEMINGWAY CARIBBEAN STREET FAIR, JULY 21…. 10 AM TO 10 PM….From Front St. and four more blocks on Duval…..no traffic zone…. Open air island market with arts, crafts, clothing, jewelry, orchids, and food…. Presented by Literacy Volunteers.
PHOTOS WITH PAPA….JULY 21…. At Noon…. On Greene St. outside Sloppy Joe’s.
RUNNING OF THE BULLS, JULY 21….1 pm…. See many Hemingway Look-Alikes, dressed in their Pamplona best… and a breed of ‘Bull’ found only in Key West! Starts on Greene St. outside of Sloppy Joe’s.
PAPA’S BIRTHDAY BASH, JULY 21….1:30 pm….Join former winners and contestants to celebrate Hemingway’s birthday and have a piece of cake too!!!
HEMINGWAY LOOK-ALIKE CONTEST FINAL ROUND, JULY 21….6:30 pm at Sloppy Joe’s…. FREE to watch…. Always great fun… bring cameras!
ADDITIONAL EVENTS ON JULY 21…..KW Marlin Tourney and weigh in….Sunset Run-Walk … Paddleboard Race….Marlin Banquet for participants…. Visit www.keywesthalfmarathon.com.
TERRI WHITE AT BLUE HEAVEN, JULY 21….Terri will be appearing from 6:30-9:30 pm at 729 Thomas St. She will be accompanied by Tim McAlpine on guitar.
ALSO AT BLUE HEAVEN, JULY 21…. Michelle Dravis performs from 10:30 and to 1:30 pm.
AMERICAN LEGION FREE MOVIES, JULY 21,28….At Post 28 at 5610 College Rd…. shown at 7 pm every Saturday night until Sept. 29. For info visit their Facebook Page.
BLUE MACAW, JULY 21….Larry Baeder performs at 7:30 pm.
SMOKIN TUNA, JULY 21 & 28…. Andy Wescott Band at 5 pm….. Caffeine Carl & Friends at 9 pm.
AT THE GARDENS, JULY 21 & 28….. James King III at the piano from 5 to 7 pm.
LATEDA, JULY 21 & 28…. 3 Sum perform at 8:30 pm…!!!!! Christopher Peterson at 9 pm in the Crystal Room.
LITERARY WALKING TOUR, JULY 21….Meet at 9 am at KW Library, 700 Fleming St.
THE GREEN PARROT, JULY 21….Locos por Juana, 5:30, 9 and 11 pm.
TAVERN N TOWN, JULY 21….The fabulous Bobby Nesbitt entertains from 5-9 pm in the Lounge.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD, JULY 21 & 28…. 6-10 pm The Shanty Hounds.
KEY WEST MANGO FESTIVAL…. JULY 21….. Fest features all things Mango…. At Bayview Park..culinary competitions…..music provided….. 10 am to 4 pm…
NATIVE PLANT SALE ON JULY 21…..9 to noon at KW Tropical Forest & Botanic Garden…..Members get 15% discount…..choose from over 1,500 plants.
HAPPY JULY 22 BIRTHDAY TO…SHERYL NACKINO…. DAN REYNEN…
ANIMAL FARM OPEN ON JULY 22…. From 1 to 3 pm…. This is truly a dear Key West Treasure….. Key West’s own take on a Zoo!!!!
OLD STONE COFFEE HOUSE, JULY 22…. 9 am to 11 am….…..time to have some coffee, great music, thoughtful conversation and listen and learn and start your week in a good way…. At 600 Eaton St… next to the Old Stone Methodist Church on Eaton & Simonton Sts.
BLOODY MARYS WITH PAPA, JULY 22….10 am at Sloppy Joe’s!!!
ARM WRESTLING CONTEST, JULY 22…. 10 am at Sloppy Joe’s. Register at 10 am and contest starts at 11 am. $5 entry fee…. Free to watch… Go to www.sloppyjoes.com for more info.
THE GARDENS HOTEL, JULY 22 & 29…. Megan Clay Constantine at the piano from 5 to 7 pm.
BLUE HEAVEN, JULY 22…. Lance Taylor performs from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm…
SCHOONER WHARF, JULY 22 & 29…. Noon to 5, Michael McCloud…. 7-11 pm, Last Mangoes Duo….
GREEN PARROT, JULY 22…. Jazz with Mike Emerson & Mark Rose, Tim McAlpine and Hal Howland at 1 to 4:30 pm…
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., JULY 22… 1-5 pm….The Shanty Hounds…. 5:30- 9:30 pm, Oren….
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, JULY 22,29…Andy Wescott at 5 pm….Marshall Morlock Band at 9 pm.
LATEDA, JULY 22.,29……Tea Dance at 4 pm…..3 SUM entertains at 8:30 pm till 11:30 pm…in the Lounge! …
HOG’S BREATH, JULY 22…. Noon pm, Tim Williams….. 5 pm, The Coal Men.
TAVERN N TOWN JULY 22…. BOBBY NESBITT performs from 5 to 9 pm….
BLUE MACAW, JULY 22…. Karri Daley at 7:30 pm.
CHRISTMAS IN JULY BENEFIT, JULY 22….To benefit Sister Season Fund…..2:30-5;30 pm at Irish Kevin’s Bar at 211 Duval St…. Drink specials, live entertainment, raffles, silent auction and bonus gift for anyone dressed as Santa Claus. For info, donations or volunteers, call Ginger King at 305-849-0991…..
HEMINGWAY TROLLEY TOUR WITH SHARON WELLS, JULY 22….Noon to 2 pm…. Historian. Wells, will share stories and anecdotes about Ernest Hemingway during a trolley tour to island sites connected to his decade in Key West, including his home at 907 Whitehead St. The Tour leaves from the Custom House and ends at the Papa’s Pillar Key West Distillery… Tix are $5 for KW Art & Historical Society Members… and $10 for non members… Get tix at www.kwahs.org and click ‘tickets’….
HAPPY JULY 23 BIRTHDAY TO…JOHN MASCHAL … CHRISTOPHER ROUNDS … BILL BLUE … HILDA WATSON … EDIE HAMBRIGHT…. CATHIY ZAVORSKAS … ROBBIE REIDEL …NANCY ROUSE ….(Please remember Audrey Schiff.)
DUELING BARTENDERS ON JULY 23,30…. Every Monday at Aqua Nightclub ….TOMMY LUNA & RIC DERY, usually with a super special guest.….5:30 – 8 pm.
TAVERN N TOWN, JULY 23,30…. Michael Thomas performs from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge!
HOMETOWN Q & A CANDIDATE FORUM ON JULY 23…. At The Studios at 533 Eaton St….FREE to attend….5:30 pm….Candidates in the City of KW races will be answer questions regarding issues, candidate contrasts…..Panelists are Bill Becker, Kay Harris, Bryan Green and John Dolan-Heitlinger. The event will be available via live-stream at www.hometownkeywest.com. It will be recorded on YouTube for future viewing. Note there will be a cash bar and light appetizers.
SUMMER LOCAL SPECIAL AT MANGIA MANGIA…. MONDAY THRU THURS, 5:30-8 PM, thru AUGUST 31…. 20% off entrée plus a FREE Drink…..with local ID.. 900 Southard St.
LITERACY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED…..Call Mary at 305-304-0578 for info.
BLUE HEAVEN, JULY 23….Claire Finley duo from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. From 6:30-9:30 pm, it’s Queen Kathleen Duo.
LATEDA, JULY 23,30…… Ronnie Lovely (Carruthers)….. 8:30 pm. Every Monday evening!!!!
SCHOONER WHARF, JULY 23 & 30….noon to 5, Raven Cooper… 6:30-11:00 pm, Last Mangoes Duo….
HOG’S BREATH, JULY 23… 1 PM, Zack Seemiller….5 pm, Cliff Cody….10 pm, Mike Veal….
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., JULY 23,30..The Bahama Boys from 6-10 pm.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, JULY 23 & 30…Zack Seemiller at 5 pm….Blue Monday w/ CC and the Buzz at 9 pm.
HAPPY JULY 24 BIRTHDAY TO……KATHY RUSS …DESTINY MONTGOMERY … SUSAN GUADAGNO … LEO WATERS … RITA EATON …NORMAN WELLS… ELLEN PETER … (Please remember Jean Claude Gosselin.)
DIAL ‘M’, MYSTERY COSTUME PARTY, JULY 24… This event is at Blue Heaven on Thomas & Petronia Sts….6:30-10 pm….All ages invited to attend … Sponsored by Mixdeity and created by Rock Solomon…..Cost is $35. This is a Murder –Mystery Party Event….Be a character in ‘The Story’ and help solve the mystery…. Collect clues from other guests and discover ‘who dunnit’….Come in costume from the Gatsby era….and your first drink is on them. Tix are $35 and include a unique character package, interactive theater play and 30’s music…. Available ‘separately’ are dinner , and cocktails….. Go to for reservations….. http://www.showclix.com/event/mystery-dinner-cocktail-costume-party. Or you can contact Rock Solomon at 310-754-0244..
CONGRATS TO FKSPCA ON AQUA IDOL 2018!!!….Tammy Fox of the SPCA has announced that $13,754.00 was raised by the contestants competing. Special mention of the Top 3 Contestants: Aqua Idol Winner, SHAWN MONTGOMERY… #2, LEILA GARCIA….#3 MERIDYTH PICKETT.
LATEDA, JULY 24… The Spectrelles at 8:30 pm in the Lounge….Randy Roberts Show in the Crystal room at 9 pm.
GRUNTS ON JULY 24 & 31…..Peter Diamond Jazz Trio with Mark Rose and Tim McAlpine…. 7:30-10:30 every Tuesday.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON…. JULY 24… at 5 pm…Lance Taylor…. 9 pm Marshall Morlock Band.
AMERICAN LEGION BINGO, JULY 24,31….. Every Tuesday…. 6:30 pm…. 5610 College Rd.
CONCH REPUBLIC, JULY 24 & 31….The Shanty Hounds from 6-10 pm.
SCHOONER WHARF, JULY 24,31…..Gary Hempsey at noon to 5 pm…Tom Taylor from 7 to 11 pm.
TAVERN N TOWN, JULY 24,31….. Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge.
HOG’S BREATH, JULY 24,25,26…1 pm, Joel Nelson….5 pm, Cliff Cody… 10 pm, Mike Veal….
HAPPY JULY 25 BIRTHDAY TO…JOYCE CHILTON … SHARON WARD … STEVE BRADDOCK … MICHAEL CHAPMAN … DAVE MITCHELL ….. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO….MARY & RICHARD GRUSIN …. MARSHA & JIM DOMAGALSKI….
INTERESTED IN RUNNING FOR FANTASY FEST KING OR QUEEN? JULY 25…. There will be an Information Session at 5:30 pm at the Margaritaville Resort and Marina at 245 Front St. Learn more about the Royal Legacy and what all is involved in entering the Royal Campaign
DAVE BOOTLE AT MANGOES, JULY 25, 26….Dance the night away from 9 to midnight, every Wed. thru Sat…..at this hot spot on Duval St.!!!! Every Wed. thru Sat. each week!!!! DAVE ROCKS!!!!
DEMENTIA & ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP ON AUGUST 1 & 15…. 5 to 6:30 pm on first & third Wed. of each month… at Womankind, 1511 Truman Ave.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., JULY 25… Din Allen from 6-10 pm.….
AT THE GARDENS…. JULY 25…. Girl’s Night Out 5 pm…. Megan Clay at the piano! 526 Angela St.
BLUE MACAW…. JULY 25… 7:30 PM, IT’S Karri Daley performing.
VINO’S ON DUVAL, JULY 25…. Ramey Wine Tasting…6 to 8 pm… 810 Duval St… Come and enjoy this great wine taste with David Ramey, winemaker and owner of Ramey Wines.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, JULY 25…Shastina Chiles at 9pm…..Whiskey Jam at 9 pm.
HOG’S BREATH, JULY 25…. Noon, Joel Nelson… 5 pm, Tony Baltimore…. 10 pm, Holt McAdam…
KW THEATER SUMMER MOVIE SERIES, JULY 25….at Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St… See ‘FOOTLOOSE’…. Doors open at 6 show is at 7…. $5 donation goes to benefit the KW Theater non profit….
SCHOONER WHARF, JULY 25… NOON TO 5 PM, Frankendread….7-11pm Raven Cooper…
TAVERN N TOWN, JULY 25…. Mike Emerson entertains from 5 to 9 pm in the lounge.
THE GREEN PARROT, JULY 25….T pm!!! The E’Claires at 5:30, 9 and 11 pm.
LATEDA, JULY 25,…. The Spectrelles at 8:30 pm.
GRUNTS ON JULY 25….. Keith Franx from 8 to 11 pm.
FLORIDA LOBSTER MINI SEASON, JULY 25-26…..begins at 12:01 am on Wed. and ends at Midnight onThursday…. For more info go to www.myfwc.com.
HAPPY JULY 26 BIRTHDAY TO…EVIE EVERS KLING …ROB McKEAGE… AL McCONAGHA… (Please remember Earl Duncan.) HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO… SUSAN & MICHAEL GUADAGNO!!!
AT THE GARDENS HOTEL….JULY 26…. Jimmy Olson is back and at the piano from 5 to 7 pm….526 Angela St. All singers are invited to take a turn singing while Jimmy plays!!!
TAVERN N TOWN…. JULY 26…. Carmen Rodriguez and Michael Thomas entertain from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge..
GREEN PARROT, JULY 26…. Happy Dog at 5:30,9, and 11 pm.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, JULY 26….Marjory Lee at 5 pm…Caffeine Carl & the Buzz …. at 9 pm.
FARMER’S MARKET JULY 26…. Every Thursday at Bayview Park from 9 am to 2 pm. Vendors galore!
COMEDY AT THE BOTTLECAP…. JULY 26,27,…. At 1128 Simonton St. First class comics will delight you all night long….. tix are $15 at the door…. $10 online in advance. Showtime is 8 pm… doors open earlier…..Laugh the night away!
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., JULY 26…Bahama Boys from 6-10 pm…
HOG’S BREATH, JULY 26….. noon,Joel Nelson….. 5 pm, Holt McAdam….
LATEDA, JULY 26…. 3 Sum in the Lounge at 8:30 pm… Randy Roberts at 9 pm in the Crystal Room!!!
GRUNTS ON JULY 26….The Shanty Hounds perform from 8-11:30 pm.
SCHOONER WHARF, JULY 26…. Michael McCloud, noon to 5 pm…. Cool Duo 7-11 pm.
I AM THANKFUL ON THURSDAY….I am thankful for all who have reached out and remembered me on my July 20th birthday!!! Special thanks that Key West has a truly capable, wonderful and sensational Mayor Candidate in TERI JOHNSTON!!!!!… and a great District 5 Commissioner, Mary Lou Hoover!!! Special thanks for Mary Borrell and Gene Knudson…..Peter Vishton….. Jennifer Stevens …. Gordon Ross….. Michael Lansdell and Toby Botha….Jeanne Fucillo and Vince Melendy….Sally Stevens….
LOVE TO YOU, AND REMEMBER… Kindness is in our power, even when fineness is not.
Lynda
PS…..AND HERE’S MORE INFORMATION:
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HELP WITH HOME REPAIRS…. Habitat for Humanisty seeks volunteers to aid with repairs in Bib Pine Key…. Shifts are Tues-Sat, 9 am to 4 pm….Anyone with any skill can help. Call Susan Kent at 305-294-9006.
KEY WEST SEA TURTLE CLUB SEEKS VOLUNTEERS & MEMBERS….Nest surveying requires a 3 hour course to become certified. Call Denise at 305-928-0606 or Ralph at 305-304-0847.
TROPIC CINEMA SEEKS VOLUNTEERS…..For info call John at 305-295-9493 or go to www.tropiccinema.com. Training is provided. ‘Payment’ is free movie passes and popcorn for each shift worked.
KEY WEST TROPICAL FOREST & BOTANIC GARDEN SEEKS BOARD MEMBERS… This non profit is looking for interested Board Members….particularly that of Treasurer … term is two years…..If interested send a letter to Key West Botanical Garden 5210 College Rd., Key West, FL 33040. Or email audrinnakkw@gmail.com.
BUY CD FROM ‘A DOG STORY’…..Gayla Morgan and Eric Einberger are basking in the success of their play, A DOG STORY, and the cast album is out…and it is a delight! To buy, go to www.BroadwayRecords.com. Truly is…’one dog-gone great CD!!!!’
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR REEF RELIEF….For info call 305-294-3100.
NEED A DJ?….Call Jimmy Jamz at 305-923-7401 for great entertainment and music at your function or party!!!
STAR OF THE SEA OUTREACH MISSION NEEDS VOLUNTEERS….To help with the food pantry on Stock Island….This mission serves hundreds of the community’s needy operating Mon-Fri. Call Donna at 305-407-5967 for info.
SHAL SEELS VOLUNTEERS…Southernmost Homeless Assistance League has begun serving an evening meal each day at the homeless shelter with food from the Soup Kitchen….Volunteers are needed to help. For info call John Miller at 502-876-5092.
TENNESSEE WILLIAMS EXHIBIT:…..513 Truman Ave….This wonderful Museum is now open under the auspices of the Key West Art & Historical Society with founder, Dennis Beaver as its curator. Visitors and Locals are invited to tour this preserved and showcased collection of historic, archival objects that promote the importance of Williams’s legacy and offers the largest collection of his memorabilia and artifacts available to the public. Open daily from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm…. Admission: Adults $7. … Children under 6 Free…. KWAHS Members: Free… For more info call 305-204-4527.
HUGH’S VIEW AT THE STUDIOS…..Over $300,000 has been raised for this project… but more is needed to make this dream a reality! Make donations to TSKW and indicate your donation is specifically for HUGH’S VIEW, and send to Jeffrey Ware at 1400 Olivia St., KW, 33040. This is a separate fundraiser from any others at The Studio. The plan is to create a lovely Rooftop Garden atop the new Studios Bldg on Eaton St…..it will provide a marvelous panoramic view of Key West…and since La Concha shut its doors to us, it will be most welcome indeed. For more info, contact Jeffrey at jcwkeywest@comcast.net. For those who are wondering who Hugh is…. He was the most adorable father of Jeffrey, who left his mark in Key West….who loved it here, and who passed away, from this earthly home, but not from our hearts! Hoping to raise enough money to make Hugh’s View a reality…. And that we can all gather together, lift our glasses from atop the Garden, and toast to HUGH’S VIEW!!!!!
KW TROPICAL FOREST & BOTANIC GARDEN, NEEDS VOLUNTEERS….To volunteer please call 305-296-1504.
GRACE ON FRANCES STREET….This is a glorious shop at 6oo Frances….a lush newer addition to Key West’s upscale shopping scene…one of a kind items … spectacular jewelry….Japanese ceramics….cashmere from the Himilayas… the softest and finest you ever touched….Gorgeous items from India, Africa, the Orient, and Europe….a worldwide search to find the BEST of Everything’ for your pleasure. It offers luxury to the nth degree….you will feel with all your senses. Please stop by…take your time and savor everything within……open daily, at the corner of Southard! Owned by Wendy Asplundh, she of the exquisite taste… and her great and dedicated staff includes Samantha Rivier, Dorthe Thure, and Jolie Witherow.
LA RUBIA KEY WEST….….Stephanie Hellstrom (THE Blonde!) is the owner of this new delightful shop at 510 Fleming St….next to Assortment….You can purchase hand woven Panama hats, handcrafted wearable accessories, and organic chocolates from Ecuador…. along with handbags, scarves, bamboo wraps, jewelry and more. What a pleasure it is to have some unique and interesting new shops in Key West!!! Congrats to Stephanie. Call 296-6059 for more details!!!
BACK BAR AND SIDE BAR AT AQUA…Open daily from 5 to 11 pm….great place to hang!!! In the back of the nightclub at 711 Duval. The new Side Bar is accessed on Angela St.
TAKE STOCK IN CHILDREN ORG. SEEKS VOLUNTEERS…..This marvelous, award winning scholarship program mentoring group is looking for giving souls to help mentor 50 some qualified students from lower income families ….They cannot be admitted unless a volunteer steps forward. It takes less than an hour each week. Call Chuck Licis, program coordinator at 305-394-7974 or e-mail him at chuck.licis@keysschools.com.
CUSTOM HOUSE & LIGHTHOUSE MUSEUMS ARE SEEKING VOLUNTEERS…If you have a few hours to offer as a docent, archives asst., exhibit builder, or event volunteer, please offer your services!
GRIEF COUNSELING….Bereavement Meetings are available every Thursday at 7:15 pm at the Renewal Center at St. Mary’s. All needing bereavement support are invited….for more info call 305-294-1018. You are not alone.
*** THE CANCER PERSONALITY…JUNE 22 THROUGH JULY 23 ***
One of the first things people notice about Cancerians is their kindness, as they belong to one of the most caring and sensitive signs of the zodiac. This makes them very popular with anyone who likes to feel cherished. They are considerate, affectionate, and highly emotional. The typical Cancerian loves being at home, not only because it is cozy and comfy but because it is where they feel safest. They fill their home with all sorts of precious mementoes and keepsakes that remind them of the past and their loved ones. They may have cupboards and drawers overflowing with things they no longer need or use, but cannot bear to throw away. They love antiques and and their collections of treasures that are very nostalgic and sentimental to them. They love to travel, but are always comforted to be back safe at home surrounded by their cherished items. Cancerians lead their lives in very crab-like ways….often approaching situations from an angle rather than directly. They have a tendency to manipulate people into doing what they want instead of making outright requests. When the going gets tough, or they feel under-appreciated, just like their sign, the crab, they will retreat into their shell. They are very good at going into huffs and sulks when things don’t go their way. Being a water sign, Cancerians soak up the atmosphere around them like a sponge. They are also very sensitive to other’s moods, and will take on the feelings of the person they are talking with. Cancers also have a reputation for being psychic and having gifts of ESP. They are drawn to water….the beach, the ocean, water sports, pools, boats.
Family means everything to Cancerians. If they live far away away from relatives, they will create families, choosing very selected friends to be part of a close-knit group. They are always very proud of their ready- made family members and are proud of their achievements. Those ‘chosen’ family members consider themselves very lucky to be looked after by a Cancerian. Cancerians are highly emotional, though they have a very shrewd side to them. This makes them a great judge of character. Thanks to their strong maternal instinct, which operates whether you are a woman or a man….Cancers are thought of as affectionate, loving and demonstrative. The down side of this, that sometimes this doting affection becomes stifling and smothering. They can occasionally cling to people and are reluctant to let them out of their sight. Cancers struggle to let a relationship come to an end. They will pretend that nothing is wrong and will try to keep the partnership going for as long as possible, even if it’s making them unhappy. They find it very difficult to say goodbye! Cancers are in clover when things are going well in love, but will become moody and tense when they suspect that something’s gone wrong… the bottom immediately falls out of their world. The very best signs for a Cancerian are Scorpio, Taurus, Pisces, Libra and Capricorn…secondly, Leo and other Cancerians, too!
Cancerians have marvelous business brains, making them a natural candidate for a successful career. They know what they want from life and they know how to get it. They aren’t afraid of hard work, but they don’t want to feel exploited. They are drawn to jobs that involve looking after others… nursing, teaching….the antique trade….Their affinity for history makes them great historians, archivists, archaeologists….They love photography. Also they are fantastic cooks, and they are drawn to catering, bake shops, and the restaurant business. They love the idea of greeting their regular customers and caring for them. Their senses of humor make them rulers of comedy….and are drawn to entertainment. They prefer working with others rather than working on their own. Cancers love the good life and owning a comfortable home is key to their happiness. Financially, they value the things that money can buy and the happiness it brings to loved ones. They love spending money on those they care about….love making people delight in treats and gifts. Their strong love with things from the past find them investing in antiques and items made of silver.
We love our Cancerian Friends and Family Members!!!
HAPPY CANCER BIRTHDAY TO….
6/22…Sharron Mondo…Alexandria Frechette…Bob Wandras…Cathy Sembert…(Please remember Bob’s father, Robert C.Frechette.)!!!!!
6/23…Ellen Steininger…
6/24…Jim Cameron…Bob Wolz…Larry Johnson….(Please remember Karen Schilero!)
6/25…Elena Spottswood…Denis Hyland…Kris Pabian ….Bounce Margil…Margot Gordon … …Nicole Strong … Kaleb Smith …Anne Taylor…Erin Malloy…Joanne Szczechowski…
6/26…..David Eyer……Sophie DeVooght…Bruce Foster….(Please remember Franko Richmond and Athena McEwan.)
6/27….John Wist…Bill Lodermeir…David Abookire….Dina Billimoria…(Please remember Emil LaVache.)
6/28….Kathy Hooper ….Maria Zito-Kaufman…Marilyn Seamon…Katie Albright… Wayne Hammond…
6/29…Nancy Freund…Brandy Canales…Tom Walters…(Please remember Martin Kay.)
6/30…Jim Haymaker…Mook J….Grace Osborn…..Cynthia Foster…Michael Berman …Carrie Helliesen…Gina Maseratti…Paul Kahn …Greg Wendzicki…(Please take time to remember Timothy Brown, Mimi Dixon, and Ann Rupp.)
7/1….John Furst…Lillian Von Hest…David Lebwohl…..Craig Roberts…..Lucille Powell…Dennis Bajko…(Please remember Jim Fisher & Kathy Domski.)
7/2…Teri Johnston…Todd German…Kenva Reese …Jen Searcy…Jackie Vishton…Chloe Plum …Sue Frechette … Stephanie Stevens…
7/3…Shirley Piku…Lauretta Wallace…Coleen Fitzsimmons…Charlie Bengel… Scott Coyle…Eric Elloie…( Please remember George Bernat.)
7/4…Steve Russ…Carl Sanders…Ron Irby …Richard Talmadge…..Peter Protopsaltis …. John Cobley …Heidi Pederson ….(Please remember Nate Foliano…..)……HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!!
7/5…Vince Melendy…Beth Pizzo…Leigh Hooten …..Edward Dillon ….Pam Beaver …Connie La Schiavo…Jack Donohue…Greg Chaplin …Janie Tietelbaum
7/6…Louis Petrone…Jackson Warner…(Please remember Dick Freund, Judy Gosiewski and Viola Stevens.)
7/7…Owen Killian….(Please remember Adrian Elder.)
7/8…Dr. Jerome Covington…Siena Rose Perkins…Risa Wachsman…Michelle Simmons…Carol Ratcliffe.,.. Sabrina Hurt…Peter Knauth…Peter Daum…Mary Popelka…
7/9…Ray Wortinger…Linda Kapela…Tina Deal …Paul Murray Smith…
7/10…Dan Sujak….Ron Leonard…Julia Davis…Nancy Thiel…Pony Chavart….Marsha Wright… John Russin….(Please remember Ed Block.)
7/11…AJ Woods…Wayne Cleveland…Amandah Jantzen …Liz Moody….Isabel Stevens…Mary Kay O’Meara … Bernie McFadden
7/12…Terry Paulson…Clare Angermann…Caffeine Carl ….Heather Mantz…Jean Pethel…Eddy Garcia….
7/13…Clayton Lopez…Mark Warmouth…Ray Pfeil….Alexandra Dietz…Bernadette Restivo … Susie Speidel…Amanda Garcia…Suzanne Rentschler…Jason Danieley …(Please remember Wanda McNeil.)
7/14…Jim Salini…Paul Gildea…Debbie Meitz…Christine Russell…Joanne Gavin ….Audrey Abraham… (Please remember Joan Knight!)
7/15…Mike Caron….Joni Latek…Zack Seemiller…..(.Please remember Denys Fitzpatrick!)
7/16…Ann McKee…Quincy Perkins…Bubba Lownotes …Damian DeAngelis….Nancy Stillwagon …Brian Kelly …. …Julianna Stevens…Doug Helliesen!!
7/17…Susan Kaufman…Michael Thomas…Doria Goodrich…Mark Howell…Deborah ‘Stretch’ Frew … Donald Beck…Cathie Henning… (Please remember Nikki McCausland and Millie Perdion!)
7/18…Ann Nesbitt…Sharon Rohrbaugh…..Edna Berres…Lee Knight
7/19…John Vagnoni…Walter Leppered…Jan Oostdjik…Daniel Wiggins…Nora Revelin…Simon Butters …Pam Saffle…Jackie Macdonald…Bambi Beshire….(Please remember Vivian Baxter.)
7/20…Lynda Frechette…Patti Altobello…Jeane Falcone…Gordy Michael…MaryAnn Davis …Anna Barfield… Ericson Holt… Dean DiBrito…Vash Bodie…Bill Stephens… (Please remember Al Uridel.)
7/21…Doug Mayberry…Monica Haskell…David E. Dunn…Peter Vishton….Joe Lasinis …Joan Dodaro …Jane Whitmyer…Anne Marie Sparaco…. Bob Sledz … Anne Marie Sparaco…
7/22…Dan Reynen…Sheryl Nackino…
7/23…Hilda Watson …John Maschal…Edie Hambright…Christopher Rounds…Bill Blue …Nancy Rouse … Cathy Zavorskas … Robbie Riedel… (Please remember Audrey Schiff!)
HAPPY CANCERIAN ANNIVERSARY TO….
6/22….Judith & Stanley Zabar…Barbara & Al McConagha…Kristen & Gary Groetz
6/23…Linda & John Alberty…Greg & Colleen Needham…Ann & Mike Hughes
6/27…Rick & Beryn Harty …..(Please remember Virginia & Art Molzan.)
6/28…Bob & Peter Schrock
6/29…..Wendy & David French
7/1…JoAnn & Greg Gotches….. Patti & Craig Roberts
7/2…Ed & Amy Stevens…Kathy & Bruce Hollering…Donna & Ed Heid…
7/4…Edie Hambright & Julia Davis….. Nancy & Bert Bender.
7/5…Vanna & Alan Robbins…
7/8….Nancy Stillwagon & Jon Stein…
7/12….Kathey & Michael Fatica
7/13….Scott & Adrian Armstrong
7/17…Chris & Gene Kennedy…
7/19…Nancy & Robert Nead
If you are one of those nostalgic Cancerians….please let me know if any of the above description pertains to you in any way. As a Cancer, I find it is all about me for the most part….(and I even married to a Scorpio!!!)…If you are not on the Lists and want to be, please send me your day and month that pertain to kwlynda@bellsouth.net and I will gladly include you. Being on the Lists has its privileges. Hope you have a wonderful summer….
Love to you, Lynda
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