!!!I AQUA IDOL STARTS TODAY….YAY !!!
Monday, January 9, 2017
TUESDAY, JANUARY 10, TO MONDAY, JANUARY 9 (ETC.), 2017 IN KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!!!
HAPPY JAN.10 BIRTHDAY TO…..MARY LOU HOOVER…MICHAEL BOYER … GREG POLICASTRO… BRUCE PATERSON … MARY PISZKER …Please remember MARY JO DA SILVA and GEORGE MAURER!!!
****AQUA IDOL 2017 BEGINS ANEW ON JAN.10…..COME ONE AND ALL! Today, Tuesday, January 10, is the start of one of the ALL TIME Best Aqua Idol Contests EVER!!!! I have assembled a marvelous group of vocalists whom you will all fall in love with! The contestants are, drum roll please!!!!!….DESTINY MONTGOMERY…. MATTHIAS MALOFF…..BILL MELCHIOR …..GRACE OSBORN… ..HEATHER MAE POTTER ….KELSEY WILSON ….VICKY HEDBERG ….BOB WOOD… MELODY LYNN … GINA SALERNO ….LARRY BLACKBURN ….SARAH DORRANCE…. RHETT KALMAN … ARTHUR CROCKER … PEDRO PABLO CABRENIZA …and there may be a few surprises too!!!! … They will be singing their big hearts out for the benefit of THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE….every Tuesday from 6:30 pm to 8 pm at Aqua Nightclub at 711 Duval St. Historically, we bring in amazing full-house audiences as our talent is so great. So if you want a good seat, make sure you get there early enough to claim one! This is every Tuesday until March 21…..BE There! You will not want to miss a single one! Tony Konrath and I will be weekly judges along with a guest celebrity judge every week…This week last year’s Aqua Idol Winner, FIONA MOLLOY, will be the Guest judge and will also honor us with a song. Next week our guest judge will be the Waterfront Playhouse artistic director, DANNY WEATHERS….and hopefully, he will also do a guest number!!!! FREE to attend….happy hour drink prices….great fun and raising money for a great cause!!!!!
“A TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL” OPENS AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE, JAN.24!!!….. When I saw this wonderful play on Broadway I hoped and prayed that SOMEDAY, The Waterfront Playhouse would present it in Key West! And here it is! This is an American masterpiece about the universal pull that we all feel for “Home”…. It is about Carrie Watts…an elderly widow, trapped in a tiny apt. and living with her overprotective son and domineering daughter-in-law….all Carrie wants to do is return to her home in Bountiful one last time before she dies. Her journey is filled with humor, tenderness and heart touching emotion….It is a rare theater experience…You will be provided with an indelible memory that you will hold dear. Directed by Murphy Davis, with set designs by the amazing Michael Boyer…. The cast is simply marvelous……Joy Hawkins is Carrie Watts….John Reynolds and Caroline Taylor are her son and daughter in law….Others in the cast are Jessica Miano-Kruel…John Wells ….Wayne Dapser….Don Bearden and Rena Dahlgren. Costumes by Leigh Hooten …lighting, John Jaworski…Stage Mgr., Alicia Merel….Props, Carmen Rodriguez. You will NOT want to miss this moving play. Go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015 for tickets. Note that Jan. 24 & 25 are lower-priced preview nights… Tix are $25 on those eves. Opening night is Jan. 26 with an after party in the Sculpture Garden …Tix for that night are $55… All other nights, tix are $45. The play runs Tuesday through Saturday, until Feb. 11.
THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE WANTS “YOU” TO BECOME A MEMBER!!!….NOW is the time to go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org, to renew your membership and get your season tickets! Being a Member has many privileges, including, at the lowest level, $100, a marvelous Dining Card which gives you a 20% discount at the following restaurants….915…Bagatelle…Rooftop Café… Waterfront Brewery …Bistro 245…Café Sole … Sun Sun at the Casa… Caroline’s… El Meson de Pepe … Firefly …Conch Republic Seafood Co…Fogarty’s…Grand Café…Hot Tin Roof …Jack Flats …Spencer’s at the Reach… Ocean Grill (formerly Square One)… Southernmost Beach Café… Shor American Grill … Red Fish Blue Fish!!!!! This is a GREAT deal, and you can use this card anytime from NOW until Sept.30, 2017. Some restaurants give the discount on food only and some on the complete tab. Also includes breakfast, lunch and dinner at most restaurants!
CLOSING NIGHT PARTIES AT LATEDA…..Getting Closing Night tix for the Waterfront Playhouse Season is a hot commodity! And we want to let everyone know that Christopher Rounds at Lateda, will be hosting the Cast Party after our closing night shows all season. These are great gatherings for all who attend closing night performances and for all those who went to see the show any other time, and want to come to the closing party to congratulate and mingle with the cast members. Mark your calendars…..Another big thanks to Christopher!!!!
TERRI WHITE NEEDS YOUR HELP!!!!… Dear Readers….Our dear friend, Terri White has suffered one setback after another. Soon after moving back to Key West in June, she suffered a serious heart attack and was airlifted to Miami. Then, very recently, she ended up in the ER with dehydration, anemia and renal failure. She was given several blood transfusions and during her ten day stay at the hospital, had countless tests. The results were not good. She has a rare blood disease called Little Chain Deposition Disease and Multiple Myeloma. The treatment of this very serious malady is chemotherapy and it is very costly. Unfortunately, Terri does NOT have insurance. Treatments are $1,500 a week plus $1,000 for prescriptions. She and partner, Donna Barnett, are doing everything possible to acquire financial aid, but to no avail. TERRI IS IN DIRE NEED OF YOUR HELP AT THIS CHALLENGING TIME. Future benefits to raise money are being planned, but until this happens, a GO FUND ME Account has been established to help her. Terri has done much volunteering for others in the community, and now she needs YOUR help. Please go to the Go Fund Me Site to contribute whatever you are able to contribute. Go to https://www.gofundme.com/terri-white-medical-fund?ssid=805222351&pos=1.
We love Terri and her great singing voice and we are very saddened for what she is going through during this Thanksgiving Season. I hope and pray that you will find it in your heart to be kind and generous. If you have any thoughts or suggestions, I ask that you please contact Donna Barnett at donnab410@aol.com. Thank you.
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…Bruce Moore…Terri White ….the friends and family of Carl McMackin on the loss of his beloved mother…..Kim Romano… Lee Knight… Lynda Scott …Frank and Francine Gren …Maryann Reifschneider…Gail Leadbeter…Sherrey Welch …Marta White ….Walter Lepperd……Howard & Inez Casey…Wally Stevens …..Mary Lou Hoover…Kip Larson …Bill Lodermeir…Lenny Stevens …George Kling …Eric Weinberger … Rennetta Stevens….Richard and Betty Carraway …David Herndon …Lottie Domski …Frank Everhart …Anne McKee … Ron Burns …..Teresa Lawson … Zita DuPel ……. Tony Martinez …Chris Warner .…Brian Martinez and family …. Star Husky….. Ron Maranian …Marec Yooree …Virgil and Nancy 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 Foundation is celebrating 10 years of service to the community by launching a campaign with a goal to reach $10,000. What IS this foundation, you may ask….It is a food recovery program located throughout Monroe County in the form of food pantries and school meal programs. The SOS strives to end hunger and poverty in Monroe County…HOW? By assisting the working poor through food assistance. Believe it or not, there are many people who live here who are trying desperately to make it in this world, and the aid that is given to them via the programs sponsored by SOS, helps tremendously. 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. At this giving and caring time of year, please support the SOS Foundation. 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!
LAST WEEK TO SEE KW THEATER “THROW ME ON THE BURNPILE & LIGHT ME UP”…thru JAN.14 …. This new & original play by Lucy Alibar, Oscar nominated screenwriter…it is set in the FLA Panhandle…I have heard nothing but RAVES….A MUST see!!!! Starring in this one person show is Dakota Mackey-McGee…My sources tell me that she is absolutely fantastic in this role. At 512 Eaton St….call 305-985-0433 or go to www.thekeywesttheater.com for tickets. Note that there is a $10 discount on all tickets on remaining shows!!! Shows are Jan.3,4,5,7,9,10,11,13 & 14. We will be there on Jan. 9th…can’t wait!!!!
LAST WEEK TO SEE ‘PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE’ AT THE RED BARN thru JAN. 14….8 pm…play by Steve Martin….Call 305-296-9911 for tix or go to www.redbarntheatre.com. MAKE SURE you see this delightful play before it closes!!!!! Great cast and directed by Joy Hawkins.
FIONA MOLLOY PERFORMS AT KEY WEST BITE….JAN.10,17,24,31….Fiona performs from 7 to 11 pm at this new hot spot….restaurant and bar….Note that on Jan. 10 she won’t start until after 8 pm!!!!
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.
AT THE TROPIC CINEMA, JAN.…..FENCES….MANCHESTER BY THE SEA…JACKIE ….SING….THE DAWN PATROL…
TAVERN N TOWN JAN.10,17,24,31…. Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas entertain from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge at Beachside Marriott!!!
LATEDA….JAN 10….Dave Bootle at 8:30 pm in the Lounge….Christopher Peterson performs at 9 pm in the Crystal Room.
SCHOONER WHARF, JAN.10….noon to 5, Gary Hempsey… 6:45 to 11 pm Tom Taylor
VIRGILIOS ON JAN.10…..9 pm….KOPAVI performs…stars Skippo with Richard Tazwell and Tim Mayer.
AT THE D’VINE WINE GALLERY AT THE GARDENS, JAN.10…..5:30-7:30 pm …’Traveling Corks: South America’….Wine Taste is $20 per person…RSVP required… call 305-294-2661. 526 Angela St.
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, JAN.10,17,24,31….Ericson Holt & Mick Kilgos perform1 at 8:30 pm.
SMOKIN TUNA, JAN.10…5pm, Mick Fury…
HOG’S BREATH ON JAN.10,11.12… Joel Nelson at 1 pm…. 5pm, Ronnie Johnson… 10pm, The Coal Men
PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR, JAN.10,17,24….Rusty Lemmon performs at noon.
TAVERN N TOWN ANNOUNCES NEW LATE HAPPY HOUR…..Every day there will be a special TAPAS Menu served from 9 to 11 pm. (Not on holidays) Tapas are only $7 and they are to die for!
JEFFREY CHAPPELL CONCERT AT THE STUDIOS, JAN.10…..Jazz & concert pianist will be live at 7:30 pm at 533 Eaton St…. get tix at www.tskw.org.
SOUTHERNMOST COCONUT CASTAWAYS EVENT, JAN.10….6 To 9 pm at Mangrove Mama’s at MM 2o…benefits KOA Care Camp…All invited to attend.
SCREENWRITING COURSE STARTS JAN.17….Bob Bowersox will be teaching this course on 6 consecutive Tuesdays until Feb.21, from 6:30-9:30 pm. For more info or to sign up contact the Studios at 305-295-0458…or stop there at 533 Eaton St. Class size is limited.
NEED A FABULOUS REALTOR IN TOWN????…..Need a realtor in town? My husband BOB FRECHETTE has been with the marvelous Compass Realty for 18 years…..Give him a call at 305-294-0584! He is the best! I promise!!!!
TICKETS BEING SOLD FOR ‘VIAGGIO IN ITALIA’ DINNER FOR 8 DRAWING… The sons & Daughters of Italy Lodge 2436 are selling tix to win a five course Italian dinner for 8 served in your own home….the dinner features regional delicacies of Italy…you will have choice of multiple menus and dates to plan your perfecto Italian eve. Chefs will come to your home to serve your feast. Ticket donation is $5 or 5 tix for $20. Get tix from Lodge members and at Lady Nails in the Overseas Mkt. The winning ticket will be drawn on Fri., Feb.3…during the Buonasera Venezia fundraiser at the Bottlecap Blue Room 1128 Simonton..For more info visit Facebook or call Theresa at 305-294-3249.
PUN FOR YOU….When you get a bladder infection, urine trouble.
POOL COTTAGE FOR RENT….Friends will have a Pool Cottage on Eanes Ln. available to rent from Jan. 14-24. If this interests you, please contact Joe Dooley at joeedooley@yahoo.com for more information and details.
CATERER, JENNIFER CORNELL BACK IN TOWN AND AIMS TO PLEASE….. Jennifer is back and we welcome her fondly….She is doing medium sized parties, and also personal cheffing. If you need someone who will give your holiday party or any affair some pizzazz, call Jennifer at 305-849-2315 or 305-294-1943. You can email her at Jennifer@smallchefatlarge.com.
HAPPY JAN.11 BIRTHDAY TO…Please remember KATHY CAWLEY and ED KNIGHT … HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…ROBERTA DE PIERO & REEF PERKINS … TERESA & JIM WALLACE…..MARK BUCZAK & JON GRIM.
A VERY ROYAL AFTERNOON TEA, JAN.18….Tix are on sale NOW for this wonderful event at the home of Lynda & Bob Frechette in the Truman Annex…hosted by Rosi & Jeff Ware…Limited to 35 guests at $65 each….Know that the Queen Mother will be in attendance (aka the fabulous Christopher Peterson)….Royal caterer is Patti Rodriguez …..a cornucopia of English High Tea treats will be served…glasses of bubbly…veddy veddy classy finger sandwiches, savory delights, scrumptious cakes and tartlets as well as a fine selection of Teas from Fortnum & Mason….Buckingham Palace has given the seal of approval….. The Queen encourages Tea Party Attire….hats, gloves, This is open to all….lovely ladies and dashing men!!!!! You are in for a grand afternoon!!!! Call 305-296-0458 or go to www.tskw.org/artsandeats for reservations.
GARDENS HOTEL, JAN.11….Jimmy Olson is at the piano from 5 to 7 pm.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., JAN.11… Chad Burtch entertains12-4pm….Tony Baltimore performs from 6-10 pm.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, JAN11….5pm, Mick Fury…9pm, Joal Rush and Chris Thomas….
SCHOONER WHARF, JAN.11,18,25….noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud…6:45-11pm, Raven Cooper….
LATEDA ON JAN.11,18,25….Dave Bootle in the Lounge from 8:30 pm till late.
TAVERN N TOWN, JAN11….Michael Emerson entertains from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge!
GREEN PARROT,JAN.11….. Ukulele Night at 8 pm…..…
JUST SAYING…..Life itself is the most wonderful fairy tale!
PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR, JAN11….Rob DiStasi performs at noon to 3pm. Michael Naughton performs from 4-7pm.
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, JAN11….. The Debra Dean Trio at 5:30-7:30 pm…. At 8:30 pm, it’s Deb Hudson entertaining.
WINO WEDNESDAY AT LITTLE ROOM….JAN.11,18,25….821 Duval St. Half price on wines by the bottle every Wednesday…..
TAVERN N TOWN ON JAN11….From 5 to 9 pm, it’s Carmen Rodriguez and Michael Thomas….From 9 to Midnight, it’s Bobby Nesbitt in the Lounge!!! Happy 2017!
CONCH REVIVAL PICNIC…JAN.11….5:30-8:30 pm….at Ft. East Martello….presented by the KW Art & Historical Society….and Isle Cook Key West….The picnic features the Queen of All Conch Cool Offs competition….classic conch games like bocce and dominoes and music by Ben Harrison….Get tix at KWAHS.ORG…$40 for members and $50 for non-members. Free parking at Fort. For more info call Shawn Coles at 305-295-6616 x111. Celebrity Chefs will be Michael Mosi, Dave Furman, Martha Hubbard, John Ingelsby, Analise Smith, and Drew Wenzel of Azur.
FRINGE THEATER PRESENTS DRINKS & DRAMA, JAN. 11…. 5:30 pm at The Studios of KW 533 Eaton…..The magic & mayhem of lighting for the stage with pro free-lance lighting designer, Ariel Benjamin.
NEED A DJ? …..Call Jimmy Jamz Productions at 305-923-7401. The Waterfront Playhouse had him at one of their parties and he was FABULOUS!!!!
HAPPY JAN12 BIRTHDAY TO…MARY GRUSIN… LYNNE VANTRIGLIA ….. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO….GINNY & TAYLOR DOEBLER!!!
THANKFUL ON THURSDAY….This week I give thanks especially for Elena Devers …Jeffrey Bohland … Mary Lynne Price …. Christopher Rounds…. The Waterfront Playhouse!!!! And always for Bob…always.
GREEN MARKET ON JAN.12,19,26….This is every Thurs. at Bayview Park… 9 am to 2 pm.
TAVERN N TOWN, JAN.12,19,26…Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas entertain from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., JAN.12…6-10 pm, Jeff Clark performs.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, JAN.….5 pm, Mick Fury….9 pm, Caffeine Carl & Buzz or Friends….
SOUTHERNMOST MAGNOLIA AT BO’S FISHWAGON, JAN.12,19,26…..This unique band featuring Maggie Montz Steve Gibson, Cindy Jefferson and Chuck Sherman, will wow you with their amazing sounds….6 to 9 pm at BO’s on Caroline St. Every Thurs.
SCHOONER WHARF, JAN.12….noon to 5, Michael McCloud…..6:45 to11 pm, Island Time Duo.
PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR, JAN.12…Brian Roberts performs from noon to 3pm…Din Allen performs from 4 to 7 pm.
LATEDA, JAN.12…8:30 pm, 3 SUM performs In the lounge….Randy Roberts show at 9 pm in the Crystal Room.
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, JAN.12,19,26…BOBBY NESBITT performs from 5:30-7:30 pm happy hours!!!! 821 Duval St. At 8:30 pm, it’s Hal Howland Trio!!!
TAVERN N TOWN, JAN.12….Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas perform from 5 to 9 pm!
GREEN PARROT, JAN.12….9 pm….Joe Marcinek w Jason Hann, tony Hall and Steve Molitz.
THE GARDENS HOTEL ON JAN.12….5-7 pm, it’s Dom Carelli at the piano.
FRINGE THEATER’S ‘AGNES OF GOD’..JAN.12-15 AND JAN. 19-22…. 7 pm at the Studios of KW, 533 Eaton St…..an electrifying drama….get tix NOW! Directed by Stephen Kitsakos and starring Morgan Fraga, Paula Cabot, and Kitty Clements.. Get tix at 305-731-0581 or go online to www.fringetheater.org.
DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER SERIES AT CUSTOM HOUSE, JAN.12….Historian Tom Hambright will present an engaging talk on the history & connection between the Navy and Key West. Tix at www.kwahs.org/learn ….$8 for members & $15 for non. Call Adele Williams at 305-295-6616 x 115.
KW ANNUAL LITERARY SEMINAR, JAN.12-15….Topic is ‘Revealing Power-the Literature of Politics’…On Jan.14, there is a FREE session open to the public and FREE!
CUSTOM HOUSE LECTURE, JAN.19….Filmmaker, Steve DeGroodt presents ‘The Life & Times of Dr. Henry Perrine’…6 pm Fascinating stuff about this famed botanist with Q & A following the film….conducted by Michael Shields. Get tix online at www.kwahs.org/learn …$5 for members…$10 for non. Call 305-295-6616 for info.
SOUTH FLORIDA SYMPHONY, JAN.26…..Presents Ubermensch (Superman) Get tix at www.keystix.com…. Or call 305-295-7676. 7:30 pm at Tennessee Williams Theatre.
CONGRATS TO GAYLA MORGAN & ERIC WEINBERGER…. Their musical, A DOG STORY, has opened to lovely reviews….Go to http://www.broadwayworld.com/off-off-broadway/article/BWW-Review-A-DOG-STORY-Captures-Hearts-and-Laughs-at-The-Davenport-Theater-Loft-20161123. If you are in NYC, A Dog Story runs thru JAN.15, 2017. Great cast, wonderful direction…music by Gayla and book by Eric….two of Key West’s favorites. And a cast album has been made, I hear.
HAPPY JAN.13 BIRTHDAY TO…… BOB ARNOLD …JIM WALLACE …DEVON REIMERS.
BOTTLECAP LOUNGE BENEFIT ON JAN. 13….5 to 8 pm….Step out to Cure Scleroderma…support Carmen’s Crew in memory of Carmen Lehmann Manning…. Silent auction, raffles, entertainment by Zack Seemiller….celeb bartenders…. 1128 Simonton St. ALL invited to attend.
LATEDA ON JAN.13&20…. 3 SUM performs in the Lounge at 8:30 pm…Randy Roberts Show at 9 pm!!!
PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR, JAN.13… Alphonse Subarsky performs from noon to 3 pm. Joel Nelson performs from 4 to 7 pm.
TALK BACK, JAN.20….9PM pm at The Studios of KW, 533 Eaton St…AFTER the presentation of ‘AGNES OF GOD’…..’The Intersection of Science & Religion’ with panel of Rev. John Baker of the Basilica of St. Mary…Dr. Alan Teitelbaum, psychiatrist and Stephen Kitsakos, director and the cast of ‘ Agnes of God’….
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., JAN.13…6-10 pm, Rusty Lemmon performs.
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, JAN.13,20,27…It’s the DENIS HYLAND Jazz Quartet performing at 8:30 pm. Ali entertains at 5:30-7:30 pm.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, JAN.13&14…5 pm, Mick Fury…9 pm, Caffeine Carl & Buzz.
SCHOONER WHARF, JAN.13….noon to 5, Michael McCloud… The Doerfels….6:45 to midnight.…
HOG’S BREATH , JAN.13,14,15….noon, Ronnie Johnson….5 pm…The Coal Men
AT THE GARDENS HOTEL, JAN.13,20,27…Michael Robinson & Eric Haley from 5 to 7 pm!
THE GREEN PARROT, JAN.13.14,15….The Resolvers perform at 5:30 and 10:00 pm.
TAVERN N TOWN, JAN.13,20,27…..Mike Emerson entertains from 5 to 9 pm.
ART & HISTORICAL SOCIETY SALUTES THE NAVY WITH NEW EXHIBIT, JAN.13 …At the Custom House on Front St…5:30-7:30 pm….Not to be missed….see how intertwined Key West and the US Navy are linked thru a cultural, visual, personal and regional history presentation. This exhibit will run thru Dec. 2017.
57TH ANNUAL HOUSE & GARDEN TOUR, JAN. 13 & 14….Sponsored by Old Island Restoration Foundation….10 am to 4 pm…Tix are $35 with Conch Train transportation and advanced reservations required…Without transportation, $30 in advance or $35 on day of tour. Call 305-294-9501 or go to www.orf.org for more info.
‘MURDER FOR TWO’ OPENS AT RED BARN, JAN.20…runs through Feb.3…..One actor investigates the crime….and the other actor plays all the suspects….and BOTH play the piano….a highly technical duet loaded with laughs…. A perfect blend of music, mayhem and murder…pays homage to old fashioned murder mysteries. Call 305-296-9911 or go to www.redbarntheatre.com for tix.
WELL STRUNG ON JAN. 20….At 8pm at Tennessee Williams Theatre….NYC string quartet…unique blend of vocals and strings, fusing classic music with pop…. Go to www.keystix.com or call 305-295-7676.
FREE OUTDOOR MOVIE AT BAYVIEW PARK, JAN.20…..Every 1st & 3rd Monday of the month….. Bring a blanket or low backed chair…picnic….food vendors on premises ….Starts at Dusk….call 305-791-4375….let them know what movie you want to see.
HAPPY JAN. 14 BIRTHDAY TO…JESSICA GEIDE….MICHEL APPELLIS…LINDA BEACH
GET TIX FOR WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE GALA!, JAN.21….This year, Rock Around The Clock at the SOCK HOP at the Waterfront Gymnasium (aka The KW Armory at 600 White St….Drag out your fave poodle skirts, leather jackets and dress up for the best costume contest….fab food by the KW Iron Chefs, Open Bar, great music…an amazing Silent Auction…Art Bike Raffle….14 winners will take home a Key West Conch Cruiser Bike!!! Limited tix available….$100 for members…$150 for non members… (Note that some members at certain levels are comped for this event!) Get tix at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015 ACT NOW as this Gala always sells out quickly!!!! ALL proceeds go to benefit the Waterfront Playhouse! Thanks for your support!
BUY TIX FOR HAND PAINTED BIKES PAINTED BY LOCAL ARTISTS….14 unique Conch Cruiser Bikes will be raffled off at the Gala on Jan.21. Tix are 1 for $10, 3 for $20 and 10 for $50. Winner need not be present to win. Go to https://www.waterfrontplayhouse.org/donate-online/. Select your number of tix under the heading: ‘use My donation to Support.’
BOBBY NESBITT AT TAVERN N TOWN, JAN. 14…Bobby performs in the Lounge from 5 to 9 pm at this great spot in Key West.
TIBETAN MONKS CONCERT ON JAN.14…..Skipper Kripitz is producing a great concert at 7 pm at St. Paul’s Church on Duval…. Those entertaining will be Susan Butler, Michael Robinson, Tim Peterson & the St. Paul’s Choir, the MARC House Tie Dyes, Larry Smith, Christine Cordone, Two of Cups, The Conch Republic Marching Band, Tim Mayer, Juju Strunk, The Lopez Soul Revue, Unity choir, and of course the Monks finale…singing and chanting, etc. Joy!
THE GARDENS HOTEL, JAN.14…It’s James King III performing from 5 to 7 pm!!!
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, JAN.14…Mike Gillis entertains at 5:30 pm….
PIER HOUSE, JAN.14…Alphonse from noon to 3 pm….Din Allen performs from 4 to 7 pm.….
MELLOW CAFÉ, JAN. 14,21,28….The Loons perform frp, 6 to 8 pm….1605 N Roosevelt Blvd. Hear unique and wonderful sounds!!!!
LATEDA, JAN.14&21…..3 SUM at 8:30 pm in the lounge…..Christopher Peterson in the Crystal Room at 9 pm!
TAVERN N TOWN, JAN.14…..Bobby Nesbitt is at the piano from 5 to 9 pm!!!
LAST CHANCE TO SEE THE RED BARN SHOW ON JAN. 14…..If you haven’t seen this most delightful and entertaining, very hilarious and smart play, entitled, “Picasso at the Lapin Agile”… YOU MUST CALL AND GET A SEAT!!!!! Great cast….call 305-296-9911 for tix.
VIRGILIO’S ON JAN.14…Celebrate Skipper’s birthday at 9 pm with the Michelle Dravis quartet.
KW SEAFOOD FESTIVAL, JAN. 14&15….All invited to this event…activites, FOOD and live music…at Bayview Park…11 am to 8 pm on Sat. and 11 am to 5 pm on Sunday.
MAYOR’S BALL ON JAN.14….This is quite the gala event…..google Mayor’s Ball Key West for more info on getting tickets and more details.
BOBBY NESBITT & CARMEN RODRIGUEZ IN ‘SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY’, JAN.22&23 … This divine show will be at the Truman Little White House at 111 Front St. at 8 pm. This fabulous duo will perform hit songs from the Truman Years, 1945-52. Get tix at www.keystix.com or call 305-295-7676. Free parking around the White House in the Annex.
BOCCE NIGHT FUNDRAISER, JAN.28…..Sponsored by the Sons & Daughters of Italy …& the KW Wildlife Center….5:30-9:30pm….fun night of food, drink, bocce and revelry…..at the corner of White and Atlantic Sts….many various events….for both novices and advanced players….his will benefit both orgs mentioned above. Call Bob Farrow at 410-598-7628 for more information.
HAPPY JAN.15 BIRTHDAY TO…STEVE ANDRES …SHEILA TAYLOR … ALEXANDER BENJAMIN LEE HUNT …SOPHIA PERANTEAU…KAY BRESLIN…
OLD STONE COFFEE HOUSE, JAN.15….9 to 11 am…SOULFUL MUSIC ON SUDAY… …..next to United Methodist Church on Eaton St. Melody Cooper introduced a new series of coffee, talk, and music. Soulful sounds and a place to listen, learn and start off your new week. Larry Baeder will be performing. Biscuits & gravy will be on the menu.
19TH ANNUAL KW HALF MARATHON & 5k, JAN.15…..International Event…sign up now….ranked as one of the world’s 50 best half marathons…..ranked #7 by Steven Kesh. Call 305-240-0727 for info.
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, JAN.15…. The fab TERRI WHITE and Tim McAlpine entertain from 8:30 to midnight. 821 Duval St.
SMOKIN TUNA, JAN. 15………7 pm…Jason Lamson & Friends…..
LATEDA, JAN.15,22,29…..TEA DANCE AT 4 PM…..3 SUM performs at 8:30 pm.
SCHOONER WHARF, JAN.15…noon to 5, Michael McCloud…6:45 to 11 pm, Black & Skabuddah…
GREEN PARROT, JAN.15… 1-4:30 pm Jazz Jam……..At 5:30 soundcheck with the Resolvers.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., JAN.15….Din Allen performs 5-9pm.
PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR…JAN.15…Rich performs from noon to 3pm.
TAVERN N TOWN, JAN.15,22,29…Rob DiStasi performs from 5 to 9 pm at the Marriott!
IMPROMPTU CONCERTS BEGIN ON JAN.15….4 pm at St. Paul’s Church on Duval… The Canadian Brass kicks off the season….$20 donation to attend.
ROCK SOLOMON JAZZ SHOW AT LITTLE WHITE HOUSE, JAN.15&16…..Get tix at www.keystix.com or call 305-295-7676 …..
PARADISE BIG BAND, JAN.22….17 piece Band directed by Joe Dallas…Theme of the show is “What A Wonderful World”…special guests are COFFEE BUTLER, Claire Caplan, Melody Cooper, Denis Hyland, Tim Mayer and Larry Smith. Get tix at www.keystix.com or call 305-295-7676. (next concerts is March 19.)
ANIMAL FARM OPEN, JAN.22….From 1 to 3 pm at Farm on Stock Island.
MASTER CHEFS CLASSIC, JAN. 29… Get tix now for this popular event that always sells out….4 pm…benefits the MARC House….Go to www.keystix.com for tix and more details.
SOUL OF KEY WEST CALENDAR 2017 IS FOR SALE….Makes a great gift…enjoy this calendar with KW entertainers pictured and listing major music events in KW along with birthdays of your fave musicians….$12.95. plus shipping. Go to http://www.rwdepalma.com/shop. Special offer….buy Volumes 1 &2 of Ralph DePalma’s fab books and get the calendar FREE. For that go to https://mkt.com/rwdepalma_soul?square_lead=button.
HAPPY JAN.16 BIRTHDAY TO…REBECCA TOMLINSON …MICAHEL FATICA … DIANE STRONG …SALLY GALBRAITH…JOE SHAW …..Please remember RICHARD CROOKS!!!
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, JAN.16…. Larry Baeder and Bill Blue…. at 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm.
NEW MOVIE SERIES AT CONGREGATION B’NAI ZION, JAN.16….This is a new series offered on the 3rd Monday of the month at 7:30 pm at 750 United St….ALL invited regardless of denomination…. Movie being shown is ‘ABOVE AND BEYOND’ a 2014 documentary by Nancy Spielberg, Steven’s youngest sister…tells the story of the American foreigh and Israeli pilots who flew warplanes to help defend the state of Israel during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War. Reservations aren’t required, but seating limited….Refreshments will be served after screening. FREE to attend but Donations accepted. Call 404-274-3217 for more info. Other dates for films are Feb.20, March 20 and April 17.
SCHOONER WHARF, JAN.16…noon to 5 pm, Sparky Jones…..Island Time Duo, 6:45 pm till 11pm.
DUELING BARTENDERS AT AQUA NIGHTCLUB, JAN.16,23,30….5:30-8:30 pm… great fun as Tom Luna, Rick Dery, Mark Watson and other great vocalists entertain while serving you up at the Bar!!! 711 Duval…
LATEDA, JAN.16,23,30…Dave Bootle entertains at 8:30 pm till 11 pm.
HOG’S BREATH, JAN.16…..Zack Seemiller at noon….5pm, Cliff Cody….10 pm, The Dan Harvey Band…
TAVERN N TOWN….JAN.16,23,30….Michael Thomas performs from 5 to 9 pm.
SMOKIN TUNA..JAN.16.… Scott Kirby at 5 pm ……9pm, Caffeine Carl & the Buzz.
HAPPY JAN.17 BIRTHDAY TO …BLAKE HUNTER …SCOTT HALL …RON STADNIK … PAIGE DILLOW…. Please remember MABLE PAUL….
LOVE TO YOU, AND REMEMBER…I remind you how short life really is ….and how we are just passing through. So, all the people you haven’t told you love lately…tell them….and live your days like you mean it.
Lynda
PS…..AND HERE’S MORE INFORMATION:
IMPROMTU CLASSICAL CONCERTS INVITES YOU TO BECOME A MEMBER…. There are various levels of membership and each level has its own special perks. Subscribe now by going to www.classicalconcertstskw.org. The season begins in January!
KEY WEST FOOD AND WINE FEST…JANUARY 25-29…..Over 30 events from opening night at The Casa Marina on the beach….not too early to start ordering tix at www.keywestfoodandwinefestival.com. For more info contact mark Ceronio at 800-474-4319 or go to dolce@dolceeventsandmarketing.com.
MARY ELLEN’S NOW OPEN….Located at 420 Applerouth Ln….Lots of yummy comfort food…great fries…grilled cheese…Bands…Late night Food….Trivia…Juke Box … UFC …Football…Shot Specials…Dj’s…Good Eats….Open LATE!!!!! Great!
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.
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 305-842-1666 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 is 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 so that by the end of 2015, Hugh’s View will be a Truism…. And that we can all gather together, lift our glasses from atop the Garden and toast HUGH’S VIEW!!!!!
5% DISCOUNT FOR YOU & THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE….Jennifer Badry, jewelry designer to the stars, is offering you a 5% discount plus %5 will go to benefit the Waterfront Playhouse….Just let her know. Mention that you read about this offer in my blog…go to ‘7 Artists Gallery’ at 122 Duval St. and these discounts are applied. Jen is arguably one of Key West most fabulous Jewelry Designers.
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 AT AQUA…Open daily from 5 to 11 pm….great place to hang!!! In the back of the nightclub at 711 Duval.
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!
SWING DANCE LESSONS EVERY WED….7 pm at Paradise Health & Fitness, 1706 N. Roosevelt….Instructors Lucy Carleton ….runs thru Dec. 11…call 296-6348.
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 CAPRICORN PERSONALITY…DEC. 22 TO JAN. 20 ***
Capricorns are terrific company and are known for their wonderful sense of humor. They are also the perfect person to turn to in time of any crisis. Anyone who has enjoyed a good laugh with a Capricorn will want to come back for more. One of a Cap’s greatest strengths is learning from experience. They know how to turn a bad mistake into a valuable lesson. And that is important, as it is a rare Capricorn who goes through life unscathed. Most have their crosses to bear, but they usually grit their teeth and get on with it. This endurance and sticking power stays with them through life. Capricorns do have a tendency to be a tad pessimistic…seeing the glass half empty rather than half full. They often have a feeling that something awful is just waiting to happen, and if their fear comes true, they can become quite depressed. They are often fearful about the future and they need sympathetic listeners so they can unburden themselves. Reputation is very important to Capricorns. They want to be seen in a good light at all times by everyone. They often dress quite formally, as though they would let themselves down if they wear anything too casual. They tend to wear blacks and grays rather than bright colors. Another Capricorn bonus is that they never seem to age. Other signs will age, but the reverse seems to happen to a Capricorn. In fact, they seem to get younger right before your eyes. They mellow, learn to relax, and by the time of old age, they can make teenagers look positively boring!
In love, Caps always want to give a good impression and seem in control. On the surface they may appear to be calm and collected but they aren’t nearly as emotionally unruffled as they seem. Deep down they are extremely shy and vulnerable. Their feelings are easily hurt, and they will distance themselves emotionally from people as a form of protection. Caps are not noted for their demonstrative affections and they are very shy about expressing their feelings. The thought of rejection is appalling to them. Thus they shy away from scenes and close relationships, as they do not want to get hurt. Though Caps can be quite solitary creatures, they benefit from being in a loving relationship. Caps have a very traditional view of long-term relationships, believing that the man is the breadwinner and the woman should stay and take care of the house. Nevertheless, despite all of these issues, they can be hot stuff in the boudoir. The best signs for a Capricorn are Aries, Taurus, Cancer, and Capricorn!!!!
In career the Capricorn shines! They strive to be taken seriously by the world and their job is a way to prove themselves..and they devote lots of time to it. Life is often a struggle for a Cap until at least the 30th birthday….when things become easier and their careers begin to soar. They are quite ambitious and harbor secret plans to go right to the top. They are a valuable member of any work team…they can be relied on as they have a strong sense of duty….they may be chained to the desk long after everyone else has gone home….and they are often Workaholics! Career paths they find appealing are big business, dentistry, medical field, civil service, and government work. Even though it may be lonely at the top, they will manage beautifully.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR SPECIAL CAPRICORN FRIENDS AND FAMILY MEMBERS!!!
12/22…Scott Wilson……Pat Burge…Melody Moore…Please remember Bob Decker.
12/23…Dave Bootle…Linda Russin…Suzanne Peranteau…Meda Bahlke…
12/24…Lester Boatwright…Michael Philip…Sr. Jane Silk…
12/25…Chris Lippa…Bill Belobraidich (my dentist!)…Bill Porter…Emil Imbro
12/26…Richard Watherwax…Alissa Russin…Please remember Lincoln Borchik.
12/27…Robin Deck…Skipper Kripitz…Ruth Cahoon…Remember Terry Muir
12/28…Fr. John Baker…Jeff Johnson…Kelsey Wilson…..Bernard Sledz…Lou Hernandez…Bob Perlow… Kelly Farrel …Leigh Pujado…Dawn King
12/29…Kitty Clements…Dan Cocco…Patti Ross…Larry Potoczak…
12/30…Beverly ‘Nauni’ Baillou…Peg Oppanheimer
12/31…Bob Badgerow…Gail Lima…Kim Romano…Michael Citro…Leda Andrews…Chris Stone…Melissa Tausche…Daniel Margil….
1/1…..Kip Larson…Kristen Wilson…Phyllis Gagner….Chuck Ballish….
1/2….. June Hudson…Martha Barnes…
1/3…..Jean Carper…Howard Livingston…Genevieve Isaksen…David Herzog…Carol Monaghan…
1/4…..Keith Lapp…Kimball Ingram ….Chris Higgins
1/5…..Tish Manley…..Michael Munoz…Karen Ryan…
1/6…Cyndy Livingston…Helen Harrison…Michael Roth…Jack Behmke……Ginger Boncek …Mindy Duecker…Emily Domski ….Please remember Patrick Junior Winters and Paul Hilson!!!!
1/7….Anne Fisher-Wood…Frank Gren…Jodell Roberts…Jules Moodley
1/8….John Hammond….Bonnie Bajko…Maureen Ryan….Please remember Milly Ashmore.
1/9… Tevis Wernicoff…..Please remember Neal Harman.
1/10…..Greg Policastro…Mary Lou Hoover…Michael Boyer…Mary Piskar…Bruce Paterson…Please remember Mary Jo DaSilva and George Maurer…
1/11…..Please remember…..Ed Knight and Kathy Cawley…
1/12…..Mary Grusin…Lynne Vantriglia
1/13…..Bob Arnold…Jim Wallace…Devon Reimers.
1/14…Linda Beach…Michel Appellis…Jessica Geide
1/15…..Steve Andres…Sheila Taylor…Alexander Hunt…Sophia Peranteau…Kay Breslin…
1/16…Rebecca Tomlinson…Michael Fatica……Sally Galbraith…Joe Shaw…Diane Strong..Please remember Richard Crooks.
1/17…Blake Hunter…Scott Hall…Ron Stadnik…Paige Dillow.…..Please remember Mabel Paul
1/18…..Tim Wegman…Jennifer Cornell….Eric Dean Davis…Carol Blaha Frac.
1/19…Kathy Haymaker…Nikola Czerny…
1/20….Clayton Beattie…Stacy Ortiz Washington …Gina Karr…Stephen Selka…Steve Richardson …Nancy Boyce…Linda Curtis…Nancy Norris….Take time to remember Gladys Rybicki and Joy Peck.
HAPPY CAPRICORN ANNIVERSARY TO….
12/24….Bobby Nesbitt & Michael Mulligan…Anne & Dave Rein
12/27…Nancy & Javier Lopez…Marion & Charlie Strauss…
12/28…George & Linda Beach
12/29…..Keith & Redza Dempster…Don & Mary Lynne Furth…Janet & Charlie Bengel…
12/31….Pat & Carey Moore…..Terri & Phil Wilson
1/1…..Carol Tedesco & Michael Shields
1/2…Margaret & Ken Domanski….David & Irene Eyer
1/5…..Karen & Vince Taporowski….Peter & Linda Rysman
1/11…..Roberta DePiero & Reef Perkins…Teresa & Jim Wallace…Mark Buczak & Jon Grimm.
1/12….Virginia & Taylor Doebler
If you are one of those Capricorns, please let me know if any of the above description pertains to you in any way. If you receive my blog and are not on these lists, please send me your info to kwlynda@bellsouth.net, and I will gladly add you. We send love and best wishes to all celebrating their birthdays and anniversaries during this time period.
Love to you,
Lynda
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