!!HALLELUJAH! IT’S GOSPEL NIGHT AT AQUA IDOL!!
Monday, March 12, 2018
MARCH 13 THRU MARCH 19 (ETC.), 2018 IN KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!
HAPPY MARCH 13 BIRTHDAY TO…..PETER RYSMAN … BOB LEIBY … BARBARA BOWERS … KRISTEN MICHELLE…. LARRY O’ CONNOR … RYAN KEISER … PETER BATTY JR…. MINOO BILLIMORIA… HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO …. DIANE & PETER STRONG!!!
***AQUA IDOL, WEEK # 9 ….MARCH 13…… Last week, on March 6 another SRO audience heard our wonderful vocalists belt out amazing tunes for the benefit of our esteemed Waterfront Playhouse!!! Showtime is at 6:30- 8 pm, but I HIGHLY recommend that you come early for a good seat to hear some of the best vocalists around town. When I say early…. I am not kidding…. People are there at 4:30…. Many bring pizzas, sandwiches, munchies, etc. to kill time until showtime! You also want to try and stay for the entire 1 ½ hours so you don’t miss hearing these great voices. I also am requesting that there be NO smoking during the show in respect for our singers and non-smoking audience members!
Last week was a glorious evening for sure! Sadly, we had to say goodbye to SOPHIA KELLY and GRACE OSBORN, two very special singers and really great gals. The week prior, Richard Quint was eliminated… but folks, he came back to sing his swan song, and he was so outstanding, singing SUMMERTIME a capella, that all three judges unanimously agreed to save him and bring him back to the contest. Every year the judges have only 1 Save, and that was it!! Our remaining contestants will be rocking Aqua Nightclub with fabulous Gospel Songs!!!….Contestants who will be singing are LAUREN THOMPSON …ADAM SWEITZER… JERRY DOWNS …JIM SPEAKE…ERIKA BUTTERS…NICHOLAS MCBRIDE … RYAN WOJCIK…VICKY MARTIN and RICHARD QUINT!!! There may be a double elimination afterward. Joining Tony Konrath and I as Guest Judge is the amazing SKIPPER KRIPITZ, who is Key West’s resident Drummer. He is also being honored by Samuel’s House as a Man of Valor, for his great big heart and his dedication to all the ARTS in Key West!!!! The only remaining Aqua Idol dates are March 20 and March27. You do not want to miss either one!!!!! No admission !!! No minimum! Donate Generously to your fave singers. This is thee best FREE show to attend, in town!!!! I promise!!!
VOTE FOR YOUR FAVE VOCALITS ONLINE!!!! START VOTING NOW!!….You can NOW go online and donate to your favorite vocalist on the Waterfront Playhouse Website. This is how it works. Go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org. Hit the word SUPPORT at the top of the site. Then hit DONATE. There will be several rectangular shaped boxes that will pop up under Donate…. Hit the box that says Waterfront Playhouse. Voila! All the names of the contestants will magically appear! Then, go from there. Hit the name of the person you want to donate to. Put Waterfront Playhouse in the next block if you choose… just follow the steps, using your credit card to donate to whomever you choose. All money raised online by a contestant online by 5 pm on Jan. 23 will be added to the bucket total raised by that contestant on Jan. 23. So if a singer raises $100 singing live at Aqua, and $100 is donated to that singer online, the total for that night for that singer would be $200. The singer raising the least amount on Jan. 23 will be eliminated on Jan. 30. On Feb. 6 there will probably be another double or triple elimination. Please be generous and thanks for supporting these wonderful contestants and the Waterfront Playhouse!!! (Note that it is possible for you to do this on your computer and your cell phone! Voting for Feb. 20 will begin on Feb. 14 until 5 pm on Feb. 20…all money online will then be added to the contestant’s bucket total at the end of the evening.)
CAN YOU HELP WITH AQUA IDOL PRIZE PACKAGE?… I love our vocalists who are giving of their time and talent for 11 weeks to raise $$$ for the Waterfront Playhouse and hope you do too!!!! I try to get a wonderful prize package together for the Top 4 Contestants. I am asking for your help in this regard. Please find it in your heart to donate to this cause. You can donate cash online by going to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org… Then click on Support, and then Donate Online…. Click on the Waterfront Playhouse box, and the names of the contestants pop up along with AQUA IDOL. If you hit that, and then put the name Waterfront Playhouse in the Recognition Note box, whatever you donate to Idol will go to the prize package and is tax deductible. Then you can go from there donating with your credit card. Checks made out to The Waterfront Playhouse with Aqua Idol on the memo space are also most welcome. If you want to donate gift certificates to shops, restaurants… objects of art, services, jewelry, etc…. I am open to anything you care to donate… My dear husband Bob and I will make provisions to pick anything up that may need picking up… You can call me at 305-393-6273 and we can come up with pick up or delivery ways. Many of you reading this have been very helpful in the past and I thank you deeply and with all my heart.
SAYING GOODBYE TO DANNY AND HELLO TO TOM….. As you all know, Danny Weathers has resigned from the Waterfront Playhouse, after 17 seasons, and Tom Thayer has been appointed as its new Artistic Director, effective on July1, 2018. Danny will be deeply missed but we are excited to welcome Tom Thayer, who with his partner, John McDonald, created and operated the successful Roxy Center for the Arts and Education in Clarksville, TN for 33 years. Danny and Tom are currently working on the 2018-19 Season which will be announced in May.
***HEAD’S UP ON MAY 7 FAREWELL ROAST FOR DEPARTING DANNY WEATHERS…. Tix are now on sale for this sure-to-be-memorable evening as the community gathers to Roast departing Waterfront Playhouse Artistic Director, DANNY WEATHERS…. May 7th at Lateda, 1125 Duval St. Emcee is VICKI ROUSH….To reserve your tickets, go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org. …. tix for Dinner & Show starting at 6 pm, $150 each…. Tix for only the Roast/Show, starting at 8 pm, are $50 . Dinner will be served in the Mezzanine….. Show in the Crystal Room. Vicki, along with some of Danny’s nearest and dearest, will be ‘roasting’ dear DANNY in their own special way… all in good fun, for sure…hahahaha!!!! Limited tickets are being sold, so buy now!
****HEADS’S UP ON TIX FOR THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE GALA, APRIL 7…. A glorious evening under the stars at a most beautiful home at 612 Olivia St. $150 for members and $175 for non. Limited tix being sold for this event. Fab food, Open Bar, Silent Auction….in a sensational setting…. For tix call 305-294-5015 or go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org.
****PLEASE READ!!!!!!! FOOD FOR THOUGHT PROGRAM AT KW HIGH SCHOOL….Did you know that every day, 200 at risk students at KW High don’t go home hungry, thanks to this organization? Students receive a meal to either eat after school or to bring home for dinner. Hurricane Irma intensified the need for this program and has put an even greater demand on this after school food program. You are asked to help feel these needy students by either taking a day each month to donate sandwiches, pizza, roll ups or any food that is easy to pick up and go…. Or by making a $250 donation which would cover the food expense for the day. The food can be dropped off anytime from 9 am to 1:45 at the KW High School front office on Flagler. If you choose to make a $250 donation contribution to cover the cost of food for one day, you donation is tax deductible. A 501C3 letter is available for tax purposes and checks should be made to Key West High School. If you aren’t able to pay for an entire day, any food, financial support or help with food prep would be greatly appreciated. For more info on how you can help please contact Diana Damewood… diane_damewood@att.net or call her at 703-928-2705…. Or Nora Revelin revelinn@comcast,net 786-247-8683. Any and all monetary donations are accepted….. You can also contact Gail Lima at 305-304-2248. Hard to believe that this affluent little town has such a need, isn’t it?
TAVERN N TOWN…MARCH 13,20,27…. It’s Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge!
FIONA MOLLOY AT THE KW BITE, MARCH 13,20,27….Fiona performs from 7:30 10:30 pm at this great spot, formerly known as PT’s Late Night…. A wonderful singer with a voice like an angel…
CONCH REPBULIC SEAFOOD CO., MARCH 13,20 &27…. Black & Skabuddah from 5 to 9 pm!!!
HOG’S BREATH, MAR.13,14,15….1 pm, Joel Nelson…. 5 pm, Cliff Cody…10 pm, Holt-McAdam Band
SCHOONER WHARF, MAR.13,20,27… 12 TO 5 PM, Gary Hempsey… 6:30-11 pm, Tom Taylor Duo.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, MAR.13….Nick Norman at 5 pm….Happy Dog at 9 pm.
GREEN PARROT, MAR.13…..Zach Deputy at 530… 9 and 11 pm!!!
CHRIS THOMAS ON MARCH 13…. Noon to 3 pm at the Shores Pool at Southernmost Beach Resort. From 4 to 7 pm, Chris performs at Rum Row at the Gates hotel on N. Roosevelt Blvd.
LOUIS PETRONE’S NEW BOOK IS OUT!!!… A great gift! The book entitled, “IRMA & ME” is available to purchase online at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and KoboBooks. It is Lou’s tale of how Hurricane Irma chased him to Pompano…then Atlanta and finally to Birmingham….the 12 days with the Thorntons and five other evacuees and three dogs!!! If you enjoy Louis’s daily blog…you will LOVE his new book!
THE TENNESSEE WILLIAMS MUSEUM IS OPEN…….Located at 513 Truman Ave…Hours are 9:30 am to 4:30 pm every day…Admission is $7. Children under 6, and military are admitted Free. Check out the great new Museum Store. This Museum is now under the umbrella of the Art & Historical Society. Bravo Dennis Beaver and Bert Whitt for all your amazing efforts….
“NATIVE GARDENS” OPENS AT RED BARN ON MARCH 20…Hilarious comedy directed by Murphy Davis…..stars Bob Bowersox, Rebecca Gleason, Luis Febo and Morgan Fraga… Show reuns trough April 7… Get tix NOW at 305-296-9911 go online to www.redbarntheatre.com.
GRUNTS, MARCH 13…. Peter Diamond, Tim McAlpine and Mark Rose perform from 8 to 10:30 pm.
LATEDA, MARCH 13… The Fab Spectrelles at 8:30 pm in the Lounge… Randy Roberts performs In the Crystal Room at 9 pm.
VIRGILIO’S ON MARCH 13…. 9 pm…. The CRZB’s feature Skipper Kripitz, Chris Burchard, Bubba Lownotes and Rob DiStasi. ON MARCH 20…. The Savage Beets at 9 pm with Chris Case, Skippo, Keith Snyder.
**ROCK SOLOMON BRINGS BACK JAZZ AGE RETROSPECTACULAR….To find out more information about the Mystery Dinner with all details…. Call 305-570-3000 or go to www.mixdeity.com/2018_retrospectacular to reserve or for more information. Future dates for this fabulous evening are March 19, April 16, May 14 June 18 and July 16. Every ticket includes a cocktail hour with one comp drink and bites plus a three course gourmet dinner, interactive mystery theatre and live music from the Jazz Age.. Wear your best retro-Gatsby threads for a chance to win prizes in the best-dressed costume contest. These Mystery Dinner Nights are held at the wonderful FIRST FLIGHT RESTAURANT (formerly Kelly’s) on Whitehead St…First Flight was the original home of Pan American Airlines!!
“HAND TO GOD” WAS A HUGE HIT AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE.. Last night this amazingly acted and directed play had a full house enjoying every minute!!! It was closing night and Bob and I were there to enjoy it once again. I want to congratulate director, Murphy Davis, set designer, Michael Boyer, and the entire fab crew…. And the brilliant actors, Jerry Zoma, Jessica Miano Kruel, Michael Castellano, Nicole Nurenberg, and Cody Borah!!! Tommy Luna was there and said it may have been his favorite play EVER!!!!…. and he starred in many of the best!!! And NOW it is on to “AVENUE Q”…. opening on March 29!!!
GET TIX NOW FOR REMAINING WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE SHOWS… Production #4…. A reprise of the vastly successful musical ‘AVENUE Q’…..March 27-April 14….This musical sold out every night in 2017!!! Danny Weathers, directs. Production #5….’THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA McBRIDE’…directed by Danny Weathers…May 2-May 26…. A comedy with music!!!! Christopher Peterson stars! Go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015 for tix….Season Tix are on sale! You do NOT want to be disappointed.
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…the family of Jim Orzech….Jacob Gelt Dekker…Bella Rettenwander…..the Stashenko Family on the loss of their dear son …Chuck Newman…Diane Covan …Rev. Larry Hooper… Skipper Kripitz…Bill Porter …Mary Lynn & Donald Furth … Pat West…good friend, Michael ….Kevin Gallagher …Jan Cernan …Terri Seargent …Bill Welch … Charlie Allen …Judy Davis … Lou Ann Cymont… Shannon Farnsworth … Cheryl Waclchli … Terri White…. Donna Barnett …John Padget… ….…Snake Collins …. Dan Collins …..Eric Nelson ….Gary Rivenson …Todd Reifschneider ……Nauni Bailou… Jodyrae Campbell …Pat Waller …..Millie Chawlew….Brian Belanger …..Maggie & Mike Domski ……Jacob Gelt Dekker ……. Lee Knight … …Frank Gren … Maryann Reifschneider …Sherrey Welch …Marta White ….Walter Lepperd…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.
PLEASE READ THIS ABOUT THE SOS FOUNDATION IN KEY WEST…. The SOS strives to end hunger and poverty in Monroe County…HOW? By assisting the working poor through food assistance. The people involved with this program are our real live angels on earth. They work diligently and give from the heart and their sole satisfaction is that the people they are serving are not going to bed hungry. Their mission is to lead the movement and nurture the belief that together we can improve the lives of Monroe County residents by ending hunger. To find out more contact Carmen Garcia at Carmen@sosmission.org. To help with funding please go to this link…. http://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTMxMTg=. God bless!!
FKSPCA HAS NEW 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.
RYAN MICHAEL WOJCIK…. This new fellow in town, and one of this year’s Aqua Idol singers, is a professional makeup artist….He is available for fashion shows, weddings, events, etc. You can check his website at www.ryanmichaelwojcik.com or call him at 760-898-1323. He is also currently a bartender and server and is looking for a job. You can also contact him at that number.
****IMPORTANT…PLEASE READ.. HOW TO AVOID CONFLICT WITH SEEING CLOSING OF AQUA IDOL AND THE BERNSTEIN CONCERT….HEADS UP ON MARCH 27 & MARCH 28 CONCERT PRESENTED BY IMPROMPTU… There will be a wonderful FREE performance of Leonard Bernstein’s ‘Conch Town’, his unfinished ballet written during his first stay in Key West…. on two nights, Tuesday, March 27 and Wed., March 28….at 7 pm at The Studios, 533 Eaton St. This recently discovered piano four-hand version is followed by a discussion of how ‘Conch Town’ laid the foundation for music that Bernstein wrote thru his career….along with personal memories shared by an array of people in KW who knew Lenny! Why am I telling you all this now? Seating is limited…. AND most of all, I want all those who support the Waterfront Playhouse and Aqua Idol to be aware that the FINALE of Aqua Idol for the Waterfront Playhouse happens to be on Tuesday March 27. Sooo… if you want to attend this FREE concert, and also be at the Aqua Idol Finale, which is always fabulous….please get your reservation for Wednesday, March 28. You can do this now by emailing Jim Burnett at Ja_burnett02@yahoo.com. Only 200 persons will be allowed to be at either performance….so act NOW! And thanks for supporting the Waterfront Playhouse! And…Impromptu Concerts in Key West!!!
CHECK OUT WWW.KEYSTIX.COM…. Go online to see all the upcoming shows on the stage at Tennessee Williams Theatre and at other venues around town. Tix on sale NOW for many shows.
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 18 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.
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.
THE RED BARN REMAINING SHOWS.. March 20 thru April 7…. “Native Gardens”…. Hilarious new comedy starring Bob Bowersox, Rebecca Gleason, Luis Febo and Morgan Fraga…directed by Murphy Davis … April 17-May 5, “Cry It Out” …stars Erin McKenna, Amber Good McDonald and Michael Castellano…. Directed by Joy Hawkins. Season Subscriptions are available that include all four main stage productions, etc. Go to www.redbarntheatre.com to see all Subscription packages, etc. For more info call 305-296-9911.
JODYRAE AND MEGAN CAN ENTERTAIN FOR PRIVATE PARTIES!!!..Talented pianist/singer, Megan Constantine and vocalist extaordinaire, 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
A PUN FOR YOU….A chicken was murdered yesterday. The investigator thinks there was some fowl play involved!
HAPPY MARCH 14 BIRTHDAY TO… PETER BATTY SR….MELISSA INGRAM … TREY GERRALD … SCOTT HOOVER… KIMBERLY TOMAI… PAUL KRUGER … JEFFREY MUIR … (Please remember Capt. Eugene Cernan and Nancy Stevens.)
THE GARDENS HOTEL, MARCH 14….Wine Class! In the Wine Gallery…. Mr. & Mrs. Malbac, 5:30-7 pm…. RSVP necessary…. 305-294-2661. $20 per person…. Only 21 seats total… 526 Angela St.
LATEDA, MARCH 14…. The Spectrelles perform at 8:30 pm…!!!!! Christopher Peterson at 9 pm in the Crystal Room.
KEY WEST THEATER, MARCH 14…. Mike Love performs at 8 pm. 512 Eaton St.
TAVERN N TOWN, MARCH 14….Rob DiStasi from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge…
AL ROMANO AT OCEAN GRILLE ON MARCH 14,21,28….From 6 to 9 pm, Al will be singing all your fave Sinatra, Drifters, Elvis, and Rat Pack tunes!!!! Ocean Grille is the former Square One and is located on Duval Square!!!!
MANGOES PRESENTS DAVE BOOTLE!!!MARCH 7,8,9,10….Every Wednesday through Saturday, Dave Bootle is rockin’ Mangoes! Mangoes is in its glory!!! People are dining, dancing, drinking and a havin’ a blast!!!! 9 to Midnight… Every time we have stopped by it has been ‘a happening.’… so many locals and familiar smiling faces!!!
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD, MAR.14…. Drew Gordon at 5-9 pm.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, MAR. 14….Scott Kirbyt 5 pm….High South at 9pm
THE GREEN PARROT, MARCH 14…The Beatles Band, with Chris Thomas, Jeff Clark, Tony Baltimore and Hiram Garzaro at 5:30-7 pm and 9-1 am.
GRUNTS, MARCH 14…. Eric Levy performs from 7 to 11:30 pm.
SCHOONER WHARF, MAR.14….Jeff Clark noon to 5 pm… Raven Cooper, 7-11 pm.
STARS OF NY CITY BALLET, MARCH 14….8 pm at Tennessee Williams Theatre …..Principal dancers from this prestigious company onstage in Key West… Awesome! Get tix now at www.keystix.com. One night only.
WINE BINGO AT VINO’S MARCH 14….7 to 9 pm… 810 Duval St…..beneifts the KW Montessori School…. Emcee is Greg Daniels.
SNEAK PEAK OPEN HOUSE AT BIG PINE KEY, MARCH 14….Come to the Key Deer Refuge… a special opening reception and photo contest exhibit installation from 5:30-7:30 pm….located at 30587 Overseas Hwy. See this new 1,840 square foot Nature Center. Guided birding, nature walks, kayaking, wildlife programs, nature sketching, et.
*AN EVENING OF DANCE… COFFEE MILL COLLECTIVE, MAY 21… 7:30 pm at Tennessee Williams Theatre….Guest star will be Mary Kay Cottrill who will perform an extraordinary eve of dance with the student dance company… featuring excerpts from the ballet, ‘Paquita’… plus other works from their repertoire. The Young Dance Collective (YDC) is a pre-pro company that performs thru the community… proceeds go toward helping them reach their goal of becoming non profit. Tix are $20, $25, and $30 on sale at www.keystix.com. We love and support the Coffee Mill!
HAPPY MARCH 15 BIRTHDAY TO…GORDON ROSS … MARTHA ROBINSON … KENT HENRY …KATHLEEN PEACE… TRICE DENNY … HEARTSONG MOORE… ‘TANDIN’ … DAVID TROY FRANCIS… DAVID FOREST … MICHELLE WISHMYER … HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…. TOM THAYER & JOHN McDONALD….
BILL MELCHIOR ENTERTAINS AT KEY WEST BITE…MARCH 15,22,29….Smooth as silk singer, Bill Melchior, last year’s Waterfront Playhouse Aqua Idol winner, is entertaining at the Key Bite from 6 to 8 pm. Great spot for dining and good listening!
BO’S FISHWAGON, MARCH 15,22,29…..Every Thursday, from 6 to 9 pm…. the Magnolia Band performs… a unique blend of Cajun, country and bluegrass…Led by singer, Maggie Mniz with Steve Gibson on the Mandolin and Chuck Sherman on pedal steel…. Get ready for a toe tappin’ evening! Located on Caroline at William St.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., MAR.15&22… Rick Fusco from 5 to 9 pm.
GRUNTS, MARCH 15, 22 29…. The Shanty Hounds from 7 to 10 pm.
THE GARDENS HOTEL MARCH 15,22,29…. Jimmy Olson and Friends at 5-7 pm at 526 Angela St.
SQUARE GROUPER, MARCH 15…. Skipper Kripitz & The CRZB’s perform at 7 pm at this Cudjoe Key Hot Spot!
GREEN PARROT, MARCH 15….Bea Bea Banda at 5:30, 9 and 11 pm.
COMEDY AT BOTTLECAP ON THURS. & FRI. MARCH 15,16,22,23,29,30… 7:30-10 pm….1128 Simonton St….Get tix at www.comedykeywest.com. Every Thursday & Friday night. Laugh your keaster off!!! $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Top notch comedians are booked every week, and our locals are REALLY hilarious too!!!!
HARRISON GALLERY, MARCH 15…..Exhibit and Reception 6 to 8 pm….Featruing works by Joanne Klein, Terry Thommes, Melinda Hall, Katie Pumphrey, David Wegman, Helen Harrison and many more.
SCHOONER WHARF, MARCH 15… Michael McCloud, 12-5… 6:30-11pm, Blarney Rubble…
HARD ROCK CAFÉ, MARCH 15… Chris Thomas performs from 7 to 9 pm.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, MARCH 15… Nick Norman at 5 pm…. Caffeine Carl at 9 pm.
LATEDA, MARCH 15……3 SUM entertains at 8:30 pm till 11:30 pm…in the Lounge! … It’s Randy Roberts in the Crystal Room at 9 pm!
TAVERN N TOWN MARCH 15,22,29….Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas perform from 5 to 9 pm….
ART & HISTORICAL SOCIETY DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER, MAR. 22….Speaker is Theresa Schober, archeologist, educator, and noted expert on Calusa Indian Life … at 6 pm at Old City Hall, 510 Green St… The talk will be about late 19th cent…..tix are $5 for members and $10 for non. To obtain tix or to get more information, go to www.kwahs.org/education/distinguished_speaker_series, or call 305-295-6616 x:115. Theresa will discuss ‘Escampaba: the Kingdom of Carlos’, her documentary about the Calusa capital village of Mound Key a 125 acre archeology site and park
**BERNSTEIN ON BROADWAY, MARCH 15 & 16….This event is sponsored by FRINGE Theater and presented at The Studios at 7 pm…. 533 Eaton St. Key West Legends, Vincent Zito and Bobby Nesbitt lead a stellar cast celebrating the 100 year anniversary of the birth of the amazing Leonard Bernstein whose Broadway works include On the Town, West Side Story, Peter Pan and others….Performing will be these marvelous entertainers….Bobby Nesbitt, Susie Speidel, Susan Powell, Richard White, Jono Mainelli… Vincent Zito is Musical Director and Cameron Murray is director…. Get tix NOW at www.fringetheater.org….or call 305-731-0581. Tix are $35 for general admission…. $45 for reserved…. $65 for Table Seat. DO NOT MISS!!!!!
LUCKY STREET GALLERY SHOW, MARCH 15…..Come and see the ethereal vision of Cathy Rose and Susan sugar, 6 to 8 pm at 1204 White St…..Theme is ‘Leaving Shore’ … come to this exhibit at this wonderful Gallery operated and run by Jon McIntosh and Betty Gay.
ART & HISTORICAL SOCIETY DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER SERIES, MAR. 15….Guest Leslie Kemp Poole will speak at Old City Hall at 510 Greene St. at 6 pm…. Theme is ‘Saving Florida: Women’s Fight for the Environment in the 20th Century”….Find out all about the special women who saved the state’s environmental resources! Get tix at www.kwahs.org or call 305-295-6616 Ex: 115. $5 for members and $10 for non.
**SAMUEL’S HOUSE, WOMEN OF INTEGRITY AND MEN OF VALOR… DINNER ON MARCH 22….Get tickets NOW for this wonderful event. 6 pm at Marriott Beachside Hotel… $75 for sit-down dinner….. cash bar, silent auction….For reservations call Tanya Leto at 305-296-0240 Ext. 118. Honorees are, SKIPPER KRIPITZ (The Arts), SEAN BRANDENBURG,(Law Enforcement), REV. TERRI HILL (Faith Based)… DR. JOHN NORRIS (Medical Service) ….PHYLLIS MICHAELIS (Volunteer), THOMAS GRAY (Homeless Advocate), Dr. JULIE FLOYD (medical service) CHERYL CATES (Overall Community) , BILL BECKER (Radio Voice of Hope & encouragement), AND ‘Circle of Heroes Honorees, ROBERT SPOTTSWOOD, JOHN TRAVADO, DANNY & MURANO HUGHES, CLIF TAYLOR…. and INSURANCE CARE DIRECT…. AND …HELEN GARCIA (Board of Directors at Samuel’s House)….If you want to support one of these Honorees, let Tanya know so she can place you close to that particular table or AT that table.
*COME AS YOU ART GALA AT THE STUDIOS, MARCH 22….Dress as your fave artist, writer or cultural concoction, or just come as your fab self….7 to 10 pm at 533 Eaton St. Includes, food, open bar, music and dance and creativity….Go to www.tskw.org for tickets…..Benefits The Studios of Key West.
SOUTHERNMOST CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY, MARCH 22…. 7 pm…. Four hand Extravaganza…. Tim Peterson and Ann McFarland…. Tix are $30. For more info go to www.southernmostchambermusicsociety.com.
FRINGE THEATER, READING OF SHORT PLAYS, MAR.29….These plays are by Toby Armour…. Mark calendars…. Karen Leonard will direct … location TBD…. 7 pm… If you are interested in being a reader, send a note to info@fringetheater.org.
THANKFUL ON THURSDAY….So much to be thankful for….For all the Aqua Idol contestants…. Special thanks to Grace Osborn …. For all those who are donating to the Aqua Idol prize package…Kate Miano… the Cast and Crew from “Hand to God” at the Waterfront Playhouse….Ocean Grill….
HAPPY MARCH 16 BIRTHDAY TO…KYLA PISCOPINK … JERRY JEFF WALKER … PAMELA GASSER … HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO….. MELISSA & JEFF LANG … JEREMY & KIM WILKERSON ….. CLAYTON & PAM LOPEZ…. DEBRA DEAN & PATRICK LAWLER … LEDA & STEWART ANDREWS….
DEBRA DEAN & PATRICK LAWLER UPDATE…. Our precious Debra & Patrick who were an entertainment staple in Key West for years…. Are doing well…. Debra called me on Saturday and we had a great chat. You may know that Patrick Lawler had some health challenges this past year….. heart issues requiring surgery and many life alterations…. But all is well and they are back performing… check their web site out www.debraandpatrick.com to find their complete schedule. They really miss Key West and look forward to gigs opening up here in the months to come! And boy, do we miss them!!!!!
***KATE MIANO KICKOFF PARTY, WAS ON MARCH 9….. Kate announced her candidacy in the Key West Mayoral Race on March 9 at the Gardens Hotel. An enormous crowd showed up to support her and cheer her on! It was like a list of Who’s Who in Key West! Kate was overwhelmed with emotion as she thanked everyone for being there. It was a special moment! Congratulations Katie!!!! As you know Kate is running against at least 11 other candidates….. it will be quite a race!!!
FISH FRY FRIDAY AT ST. MARY’S, MAR. 16&23.….5 to 7:30 pm…..All proceeds benefit the School at St. Mary’s. Dinner is $12….served in the Klaus Murphy Center. Baked or fried fish, conch fritters, pasta salad and dessert. ALL invited.
*COMEDIAN JIM BREUER AT KW THEATER, MARCH 16…. We went to see him last year and are thrilled he is back…. He was hilariously hysterical….. never laughed so hard…. Two shows, 7 an 10 pm….. Was on Saturday Night Live for a long time and created rolls like the Goat Man….. I am laughing just thinking about him… Not a bad word was uttered by him and he was still SO funny!!! www.thekeywesttheate.com, for tickets and information.
TAVERN N TOWN, MARCH 16,23,30…. Mike Emerson performs from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge!
THE GARDENS HOTEL, MARCH 16,23,30…. Michael Robinson and Eric Haley entertain from 5 to 9 pm… Congrats to Michael and Eric on a fabulous cabaret show at Tennessee Williams Theatre on March 10 & 11! Bravo!!!!
SALUTE ON MARCH 16….. Fabulous Leanna Collins will join Skipper, Marty Stonely, at 6 to 9 pm…. on the Beach with great music!!!
SCHOONER WHARF, MARCH 16….noon to 5, Michael McCloud… 6:30-11:30 pm, Lost Mangoes Band….
HOG’S BREATH, MARCH 16&17… 1 PM, Barry Cuda I Kenny Fradley….5 pm, Cliff Cody…. 10 pm, Holt-McAdam Band….
LATEDA…MARCH 16….3 Sum in the Lounge at 8:30 pm… Christopher Peterson performs in the Crystal Room at 9 pm.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., MAR. 16&23..Noon to 4 pm, Mike Naughton… 5-9 pm, Tom Taylor….
GREEN PARROT, MARCH 16,17,18…In Business at 5:30,9 and 11 pm. On March 18, only at 5:30 pm.
LEGION MARKETPLACE, MAR.16,23,30… Every Friday from 10 am to 2 pm, 5610 College Rd. …call 305-294-7117 for info.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, MARCH 16 & 17…. Scott Kirby at 2 pm… High South at 5 pm …. Caffeine Carl & Friends at 9 pm.
LECTURE/TOUR ON MARCH 16 & 18….10 am on March 16…..2 pm on March 18 ….topic is the filming of THE ROSE TATTOO in Key West…. At the Tennessee Williams Museum at 513 Truman Ave.
OLD ISLAND RESTORATION HOME TOUR…MARCH 16&17….10 am to 4 pm….last tour of the season…… see 5 great homes and gardens that have survived and been revived from Irma…. Tix are $30 in advance or $35 on the tour. Go to www.oirf.org for ticket information.
BEACH LUAU AT CASA MARINA RESORT, MARCH 16…. 6 to 10 pm…. Hula dancers, fire dancers and drummers plus Tiki cocktails…. Tix include Luau Buffet, rum punch, and floral lei…. Go to www.keystix.com for tickets.
FL KEYWS SPCA SPRING SOCIAL, MARCH 23…..at Key West Golf Club Club House…. 5:30, VIP Champagne Reception & Appetizers…. 6:30 doors open for General Admission … $55 Gen. Admission/$125 VIP Preferred Dinner Seating/ $800 VIP Preferred Dinner Seating for 8/Get General Admission tix at The Shelter, at the door, and at www.keystix.com. VIP tix at www.keystix.com. Please leave all pets at home. MC is Rude Gril…. Music by Capt. Josh and Bassman Bill…. Auctioneer, Chris Bensen… Comp beer and wine with cash liquor bar… Silent Auction… Live Auction & 50-50 Raffle! Comp beer & wine by Fla Keys Brewing Co. and Lateda! Dinner by Ooutback, Ocean Grill, New York Pasta Garden & Camille’s! Come an celebrate our soon to be opening of the new Facility on Stock Island!
THREE DOG NIGHT ON MARCH 23… At KW Theater, 512 Eaton St. For ticket info go to www.thekeywesttheater.com. 8 pm.
HAPPY MARCH 17 BIRTHDAY TO…LAURIE BREAKWELL … LUCY BARKER … SCOTT PRIDGEN … SUSAN KENT …GARY WALLACE… ED KRANE… CHRISTOPHER SANTRY… (Please remember Bob Rybicki.) HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…. ANNE O’SHEA & BRIAN QUATTRINI …. MARTI & KIP LARSEON … CAROL & TOM RATCLIFFE…
HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY TO ALL! Everyone is Irish on St. Pat’s Day!!!!
LATEDA, MARCH 17… 3 Sum performs at 8:30 pm…Randy Roberts LIVE! in the Crystal room at 9 pm.
LUCY’S RETIRED SURFERS BAR ST. PAT’S PARTY, MARCH 17….Head-shaving party to raise $$$ for childhood cancer research…. Second St. Baldrick’s Block Party on St. Pat’s Day….face painting, food and drink specials, live music, and the head shaving…. This restaurant is on Grinnell St….the former Finnegan’s Wake!
SCHOONER WHARF, MAR.17…Michael McCloud at noon to 5…. Malcolm & the Fiddle from 2:30-6:30 pm…Blarney Rubble from 7:00-Midnight…
ISLE COOK, MAR.17,24,31…. 218 Whitehead St….2 to 3:30 pm…. regional wine and food event every Saturday….everyone is talking about how great this is! Go to www.islecookkeywest.com for info and details!!!
TAVERN N TOWN, MARCH 17,24,31….The incomparable Bobby Nesbitt performs from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO, MAR. 17…. Noon to 4, Chris Thomas… The Shanty Hounds from 5 to 9 pm.
THE GARDENS HOTEL, MARCH 17…. Jimmy Olson will play all your fave Irish songs from 5 to 7 pm…. 526 Angela St.
TALK ABOUT THE KEY WEST TREE CANOPY….FACT OR FICTION, MARCH 17… Disturbed about what is happening with the city’s Tree Canopy? Karen DeMaria will present, ‘The City of Key West Tree Ordinance-Fact vs. Fiction…at KW Tropical Forest from 1:30 to 2:30 pm….Free for members and $5 for non.
NATIVE PLANT SALE ON MARCH 17…. 9 am to noon at KW Tropical Forest & Botanic Garden on Stock Island…… Members get 15% discount.
DANCE TO THE MOVIES!…MARCH 17….Starring Dancing with the Stars Pros, Tony Dovalani and Anna Trebunskaya… with special guest, actress, Lesley ann Warren… celebrating some of Hollywood’s best musical moments on the screen….and more… 8 pm at Tennessee Williams Theatre, 5901 College Rd…. get tix at www.keystix.com.
WESLEY HOUSE FAMILY SERVICE GALA….MARCH 24….Hosted by Royal Furniture… … 6 to 9 pm…. at Royal Furniture in Marathon, 6001 Overseas Hwy. Call 305-809-5060 for tix or buy at Royal Furniture stores or at Wesley House…. Silent Auction, Open Bar, Entertainment and food by the Iron Chefs.
EQUALITY FLORIDA ANNUAL CELEBRATION, MARCH 24….5:30- 8 pm at Truman Little White House 111 Front St. in the Annex. Live music, an appetizer buffet, a short program and free guided tours of the Little White House will be featured. The Voice of Equality Award will go to Jim & Cathy Stentzel for their unwavering support. Raffle tickets for a painting by Jim Salem will be available… Limited bike parking….no car parking available at White House, so suggested parking is at Margaritaville Parking Garage, the Post Office or Thomas St. Also, consider using the Duval Loop…disembark at PO. For more info contact Evie Evers Kling at 305-296-3267.
REMARCABLE DANCE PROJECT, MARCH 24….4 pm at The Studios, 533 Eaton St…. An innovative dance program combining the talents of Dance Key West and MARC House members,….Inspirational and heart touching performances by adults with developmental disabilities… culminating with a dance party with members and those in the audience. Donations welcome.
KEY WEST CEMETERY STROLL, MARCH 24….Small groups are taken on a tour… these tours depart at 9:30, 9:50 and 10:10 am…. Reservations a MUST… call 305-304-1453. Tour runs about 90 minutes. Wear comfy shoes and plan to walk about a mile over uneven ground. $20 donation requested. Enter by Francis St. Gate
GREAT EGG HUNT ON MARCH 24….Migration Mania & Great Egg Hunt at the KW Tropical Forest & Botanic Garden….Search for over 6,000 eggs…activities, exhibits, entertainment, face painting, aquatic touch pool, pie walk contest and bird watching …Our mounted police will be there atop their trusty steeds…. Hours are 10 am to 2 pm… Admission is $5 per child….Children under 3, free…. Proceeds go to KWBGS Education Dept. and the work it does for schools. 11 am, 3 yr old hunt…. Noon, 4-6 yr. old hunt …. 1 pm, 7-10 yr. old hunt.
HAPPY MARCH 18 BIRTHDAY TO…FLOWER CONROY … SANDY SUJAK … ANNE REIN … MARY THIXTON …. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO….. JUDY & SKIP DAVIS!!!
OLD STONE COFFEE HOUSE, MARCH 18….Michael Elliott Moon makes is back at the Old Stone Coffee House..come and enjoy coffee, soulful sounds and listen and learn… 11:00 am at 600 Eaton St.
NEW VENUE FOR SHOWS IN TOWN..MARCH 18….Every Sunday from 6:30-8 pm, there will be a whole new series of local acts at Aqua Nightclub’s Main Front Stage at 711 Duval St. Created by Ric Dery, tickets are available on www.Evenbrite.com and all ticket sales go to the performer. If you are interested in doing a show during this time slot at the Side Bar, contact Ric Dery at 305-393-3092. Or email him at keywestdery@gmail.com. Brilliant idea!
AL ROMANO AT OCEAN GRILLE, MARCH 18,25…..1075 Duval St…. Crooner, Al Romano entertains from noon to 3 pm for brunch….
****GET TIX NOW… FOR MARCH 18 PARADISE BIG BAND!!!….Get tix NOW for the next fabulous presentation of PARADIS BIG BAND….on the MAIN Stage of the Tennessee Williams Theatre!…8 pm!!!! These wonderful, local and dedicated musicians led by the marvelous JOE DALLAS are nothing short of marvelous! I urge you to support this Key West Treasure!!! Let’s all try to be there and fill up that theatre, and enjoy Key West’s VERY OWN Paradise Big Band!!! Go to www.keystix.com or call 305-296-1520!!!! You will take them to your hearts!!! Note that guest vocalists joining the BIG Band that night will be a FABULOUS FOURSOME!!! BOBBY NESBITT….RANDY ROBERTS … CARMEN RODRIGUEZ ….AND LIBBY YORK! It does not get any better than this, folks!!!
MARCH 25 AT GARDENS…. It’s Libby York with Tim McAlpine, Joe Dallas, and Mark Rose.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, …MARCH 18…Kristen McNamara at 5 pm… 9 pm, Marshall Morlock Band.
COFFEE BUTLER AT KW THEATER, MARCH 18….Legendary entertainer will be joined by Cliff Sawyer, Robert Albury, Clayton and Mina Lopez, Will Thompson, Tommy Luna…. Larry Baeder, Ericson Holt, Joe Rayhill, Ray Spence and Bubba Lownotes. Get tix at www.thekeywesttheater.com or at the box office at 512 Eaton St.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., Mar. 18….12 to 4pm, Nick Norman…5-9pm, Jeff Clark.
SOUTHERNMOST BEACH RESORT, FREE CONCERT, MAR. 18….7:30 pm, Pato Banton … 1405 Duval St… Drin & Food specials….
HOG’S BREATH, MARCH 18….1 pm, Gabe Wright….5 pm, Cliff Cody….10 pm, Holt-McAdam Band.
GREEN PARROT, MARCH 18… Jazz at 1 pm.
SCHOONER WHARF, MARCH 18…Noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud….7-11 pm…Island Time Duo….
TAVERN N TOWN, MARCH 18,25…. Rob DiStasi entertains from 5 to 9 pm.
LATEDA, MARCH 18,25…. TEA Dance at 4 pm…. 3 Sum performs at 8:30 pm.
*TERRI WHITE AT GARDENS ON MARCH 18…. Terri and Friends will be performing at the Gardens Hotel, from 5 to 7:30 pm…..always a treat when Terri is there!
PLEIN AIR PAINTING EXHIBIT, MARCH 18 to 31…. 9:30-4:30 pm… Juried painting from the painting contest… at 513 Truman Ave…. Tennessee Williams Museum
EASTER AT THE ANIMAL FARM ON MARCH 25….The Easter Bunny will be there for photos with the kiddies of all ages…. 1 to 3 pm…. located on Stock Island… Easter egg hunt starts at 1 pm….Bring Baskets to hold all the goodies….
HAPPY MARCH 19 BIRTHDAY TO…JANET BENGEL … SOPHIA STEVENS … DEBBIE BAXTER … (Please remember John Wiebe.) HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…. RITA & FRED TROXEL … MICHELLE & ERIC GRAHL … MARYANN & NED REIFSCHNEIDER.
MURDER MYSTERY ‘RETROSPECTACULAR’ DINNER ON MARCH 19….You are invited to attend this mysteriously wonderful evening …. You are taken back to another era…the Jazz Age! Presented by Rock Solomon and Mixediety Entertainment…. Held at First Flight Restaurant at 301 Whitehead St…. 5 to 8 pm…. Several various ticket prices… Come dressed up in your best Great Gatsby Jazz-Age duds and get your first drink free… plus you have a chance to win prizes for best costume!!! For tickets go to www.Mixdeity.com. We attended this event and had a great time…. It is something unique in Key West….and everyone in attendance had lots of fun.. The interaction among all the guests was most interesting and it was super getting to know some new people….both locals and tourists who wanted a unique experience in Key West. The dinner was delish….and all got to characters in the Mystery to Play, and then interact with one another while playing your role and trying to find out who dunnit!!! Starts with a cocktail party at 5, dinner at 6 and it’s all great fun!!! For further info go to 305-570-3000. (A variety of ticket prices and choices.)
DUELING BARTENDERS, AQUA NIGHTCLUB, MARCH 19…. TERRI WHITE will join Tommy Luna and Ric Dery from 5:30- 8 pm at 711 Duval St…. This is always great fun…three great singers!
ISLE OF BONES CONCERT… MARCH 19… At 7 pm at St. Paul’s Church on Duval St…. with Skipper Kripitz, Joe Dallas, Harry Schroeder, Jerry Seeco, Mike Emerson, etc.
GINGERBREAD GALLERY OPENING, MARCH 19…. Come to 1207 Duval St., to see the latest art from Gabriella Fiabane, John Whitney and Christos Calivas…. Reception is from 5:30-8 pm. Runs thru March 18.
TROPIC CINEMA EXHIBIT, thru APRIL 1….Local Photographer, Rodger Stuart Davis will be exhibiting 20 photos hanging on the walls nearest the stairs, at the Tropic at 416 Eaton St. Rodger has 13 books on Amazon…., a weekly photo in the Blue Paper, and has this wonderful exhibit… So when you stop to see a movie, make sure you do not miss this exhibit!
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., MARCH 19,26… The Bahama Boys, 5 to 8 pm…
HOGS BREATH, MARCH 19… 1 PM, Zack Seemiller… 5 pm, Oren Polak….
SMOKIN TUNA, MARCH 19… 5 PM, High South…9 pm, Caffeine Carl & Friends.
TAVERN N TOWN, MARCH 19,26… Michael Thomas performs from 5 to 9 pm!!!
SCHOONER WHARF, MARCH 19…Raven Cooper , noon to 5 pm… Black & Skabuddah, 7-11 pm.
LATEDA….MARCH 19…..at 9 pm, It’s Randy Roberts Live! Show… In the Crystal Room!!!
TENNESSEE WILLIAMS CLASSIC FILM SERIES, MARCH 19…. 6 pm, THE ROSE TATTOO, at the Tropic, 416 Eaton St. get tix at Tropic.
**RANDY ROBERTS…THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT ON MAIN STAGE MARCH 26…At The Tennessee Williams Theatre on Stock Island…. Randy will present an incredible show starring a most fantastic orchestra, with guest vocalists, LUCY ARNEZ… MARILYN MAYE …. BILLY STRITCH…. AND ….BOBBY NESBITT!!!! This will be a do not miss show…. So get tickets NOW at www.keystix.com.
TENNESSEE WILLIAMS BIRTHDAY PARTY, MARCH 26…. 6 to 8 pm…at Tennessee Williams Museum…Awards Presentations for art contest, poetry and short story contests…. Champagne & Cake…. Donation $10.
MCKEE ARTISTS FUND GRANT APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE…Grants of up to $2,000 can be obtained to assist with project-based endeavors…. Applications and instructions are available at www.MckeeFund.org. Completed applications must be submitted no later than midnight on Sat., March 31, 2018. Grant recipients will be notified of their status on or before April 13, 2018.
LOVE TO YOU, AND REMEMBER….Try to make at least one person happy every day. If you cannot do a kind deed, speak a kind word. If you cannot speak a kind word, think ad kind thought. Count them up…. If you can….the treasure of happiness that you would dispense in a week… in a year… in a lifetime!!!
Lynda
PS…..AND HERE’S MORE INFORMATION:
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.
INTERESTED IN LEARNING ABOUT THE CATHOLIC FAITH? Classes will be held on Mondays in the Klaus Murphy Center at St. Mary’s on Truman….7:15 pm to 8:30… Classes are for those interested in becoming a Catholic or finding more about your faith… or if you have not been confirmed and want to be…. Call 305-797-0656 for more information.
VOLUNTEERS NEED AT TENNESSEE WILLIAMS MUSEUM…. Needed are volunteers to welcome guests on Sunday afternoons from noon to 5 pm….at 513 Truman Ave…..For info call Dennis Beaver, curator at 305-294-3121.
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.
BEN HARRISON’S MUSICAL “UNDYING LOVE”…… Key West’s OWN, the multi-talented Ben Harrison, wrote first a book on Count Carl von Cosel….and then the Musical, “UNDYING LOVE”.. He, and many of his supportive fans, are hoping that the production of this musical will take place at The Studios of KW Feb.14-March 3, 2018…. A fundraising campaign is being launched to guarantee the success of “Undying Love’ Make a donation that will guarantee reserved seats for the Valentine’s Day 2018 premier! To donate go to https://tskw.org/undying-love/.
TERRI WHITE NEEDS FINANCIAL HELP… The Go Fund Me account set up to help Terri with her continued health situation… Go to https://www.gofundme.com/terri-white-medical-fund?ssid=805222351&pos=1 . Please be generous. Thank you…and keep Terri in your thoughts and prayers.
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:…..Admission is FREE….Self-guided tours are available to locals and visitors at the Tennessee Williams Exhibit located at 513 Truman just off Duval. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm…Mon.-Sat. Many new items are on display, including memorabilia collected while the Exhibit was on loan to the Museo Nacional De Bellas Artes in Havana, Cuba…..Also on display is Williams’ 1932 Univ. of Mo. Yearbook, Savitar, in which one of his early poems is given a full page. Videos provide info about the life & work of the iconic author who made KW home for 34 years. For more info or to request a guided tour, go to twkw.org, phone DENNIS Beaver at 305-842-1606 or email exhibit@twkw.org.
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 PISCES PERSONALITY….FEBRUARY 20 THRU MARCH 20TH!!! ***
This is either the sign of the saint or the sinner…or BOTH rolled into one! The symbol of Pisces are two fish swimming in different directions….and this describes the way Pisces can hit the heights or sink to the lowest depths. It’s a sign of extremes. Pisceans often come off as ‘otherworldly’….they are swayed by their emotions. The result is that Pisces is the sign of the Dreamer…the Visionary…the Saint! One of the most outstanding attributes of a Piscean is their kindness. They have a bottomless reservoir of compassion for others, even when they suspect they are being conned by them. They work hard for their favorite charities or local good causes….though you may not know anything about it as they don’t like advertising their good works. Many Pisceans say they go through life as in a dream, drifting and floating and at the mercy of whatever fate has to offer them. They have a great capacity to show emotion, and are easily moved to tears by TV shows that present suffering. They also struggle to face up to harsh reality. They hate unpleasant situations, harsh facts, and confrontations. They hate the awfulness of what is in the news….preferring to look at the world through rose colored glasses. They can actually deceive themselves into thinking things are better than they really are. They wear their heart on their sleeve, and what a huge heart they have!
They are born romantics, but that makes them very sensitive to hurt and pain. They pour out their affection to their favorite people. Most Pisceans are faithful…but some have a big capacity for deception and may be juggling a string of lovers! They see the best in others, which is why they have so many admirers. However, it also puts them at risk of potential heartbreak because it makes them blind to a loved one’s failings. The best signs for a Pisces are Pisces, Cancer, Scorpio, Libra, and Capricorn.
Pisceans are drawn to professions that are incredibly glamorous and artistic or those involving service to others. They are interested in careers as actors, photographers, dancers, designers, the cosmetic industry, and fashion. Many devote their lives to looking after others especially in hospitals, prisons and hospices. They can be totally self-sacrificing. They may also be attracted to the religious or contemplative life. Needless to say many are also living on the wrong side of the law. The best signs for a Piscean are Libra….Scorpio….Cancer and another Pisces.
WE LOVE OUR PISCES FRIENDS & FAMILY MEMBERS & WISH THEM A VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
2/20….David Ruthenberg….Stephen Hammond… Connie Cyr… (Please remember Sanford Birdsy.)
2/21…..Traci Reynolds…Brian Holden…Marti Roberts…Suzanne Coleman…Richie Ciavolino…Terry Zawacki…Dean Dressler…Joyce Ray…
2/22…..Vicky Martin….Stephen ‘Sunshine’ Sunday….Teresa Long…Robert Nead…John Becker Good….Carlos Warner … (Please remember Edith Amsterdam.)
2/23…..Neal Ruchman…Jeffrey Ware…Justin Patrick Riley…Matt Thue……(.Please remember Bud Gruber and Fred Gasser.)
2/24…..Jeffrey Grosky……Ed Stevens…Marjorie Callen…Mark Springer ….Alberta Jackson…(Please remember Trip Hoffman.)
2/25…..Will Nethaway…Elaine Nosser….Kathy Hollering…Jim Bof…Leigha Fox…Chrissy Billimoria
2/26…..Charlie Allen…Paul Cotton…Al Romano…Ryan Michael Wojcik….(Please remember Larry Douglas.)
2/27…..Kevin Ware….…Larraine Tacke…Dan Metzler…John Schafer…Scott Zimmerman…Jim Robinson… Tommy Terpening…(Please remember John Turner.)
2/28…Bill Regardie….Brent Barrett…Nancy Lopez…Gary Zimmerman …(Please remember Dottie Faber…)
3/1…..Donald Booth…Ralph Garcia…Brad Burgess…Nolden…
3/2…Kristen Ryan…Sharon Mulvey…Michael McCabe …Jeff Bohland …Mo Brenneman…Ric Palmer…Hal Cosec…
3/3….Martha Resk
3/4…..Dana Day …Mary Jane Bondesen…Sara Clark…Linda Solomon…Nick Batty…Trevor DeVooght..Sheila Cullen …
3/5…..Teresa Wallace…Carey Moore…Nancy Seidel…Chuck Newman …
3/6…..Derrick Traylor…Elle Taylor…Greg Gotches…Debbie Josiah…Shakti Assouline…Harry Hoen…Maria Butcher…
3/7…..Judith Zabar…Michael Robinson….Wayne Guidoti…Wayne VonHest…Zubin Medora…
3/8…Joyce Stahl…Tim Dahms…Richard Badar…Eric Neiger…
3/9…..Chad Newman…Michael Epting…Ken Lasky…Shanna Frechette…John Meanix
3/10…Karen Lane….Ricky Ritzel…Surrey Westrupp…
3/11…..Tony Martinez…Patti Spot Sprague…Robin Kaplan…Jerry Coleman…Babe Robinson
3/12…..Janice Elwell….Pat West…Matthew Helmerich…Michelle Grahl…Rev. Larry Hooper …Dee Johnson…Bob Bowersox…Eugene Robinson…Maggie Domski …Gerri Cicchinelli …(Please take time to remember our dear friend, JACK COLLINS!)
3/13….Peter Rysman…Bob Leiby…Barbara Bowers…Ryan Keiser…….Peter Batty Jr….Kristen Michelle… Larry O’Connor …Minoo Billimoria…
3/14…..Peter Batty Sr….Scott Hoover…Melissa Ingram….Trey Gerrald……Paul Kruger …Kimberly Tomai…Jeffrey Muir …(Please remember Eugene Cernan.)
3/15…..Kathleen Peace…Gordon Ross…Tandin….Martha Robinson….Trice Denny…Kent Henry…David Forest …Heartsong Moore …David Troy Francis…Michelle Wishmyer
3/16…Kyla Piscopinck…Pamela Gasser…
3/17……Scott Pridgen ….Laurie Breakwell…Gary Wallace…Susan Kent …Lucy Barker … Christopher Santry…Ed Krane … Happy St. Patrick’s Day to ALL!!!!… (Please remember Bob Rybicki!!!)
3/18…Flower Conroy…Sandy Sujak…Mary Thixton…Anne Rein
3/19…Janet Bengel…Sophia Stevens…Debbie Baxter…(Remember John Wiebe.) Happy St. Joseph’s Day to all my favorite Joes’!
3/20…..Terri Wilson…Carol Moore…(Please remember Jim Nolan!)
HAPPY PISCES ANNIVERSARY TO…..
2/20…Bert Whitt & Dennis Beaver…
2/28…..Harrold Berry and Steve Andres
2/29…..Karl & Stacy Stahl
3/1…..Liz & John Cobley…
3/5…. Glenda & Michael Rowley
3/7….Luis & Anna Cobo….
3/9….Jim & Cindy Cameron ….. Larry & Dee Johnson
3/10…..Carole & Steve Sonstein….
3/13….Diane & Peter Strong…
3/15…Tom Thayer & John McDonald…
3/16….Melissa & Jeff Lang….Debra Dean & Patrick Lawler…Leda & Stewart Andrews….Clayton & Pam Lopez…Jeremy & Kim Wilkerson….
3/17…..Marti & Kip Larson….Carol & Tom Ratcliffe…Anne O’Shea & Brian Quattrini…..
3/18….Judy and Skip Davis
3/19…Maryann & Ned Reifschneider…Eric & Michelle Grahl…Fred & Rita Troxel…
3/20…..Ray Baker & Joe Viana…
If you are one of those interesting Pisceans, please let me know if any of the above description pertains to you. If you would like to be on the Lists please send me your birth month and day (not year) plus your anniversary month and day if applicable. Send to me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net.
Love to you and happy remembering!!!!
Lynda
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