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IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS
Friday, December 9, 2016


!!!IIT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS!!!

DECEMBER 9 TO DECEMBER 15 (ETC.), 2016 IN KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!!!

HAPPY DEC.9 BIRTHDAY TO…DICK MOODY…LLOYD BRYANT…BUDDY DYESS …ANGELA MEANIX …!!!

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!

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…the family & friends of Manny Madruga…Bruce Moore…the family and friends of Dan Tedesco, Carol’s beloved father, who recently passed away….Lynda Scott….Frank and Francine Gren….Maryann Reifschneider…Gail Leadbeter…Sherrey Welch …Marta White….Walter Lepperd……Howard & Inez Casey…Wally Stevens …..Mary Lou Hoover…Bill Lodermeir…Lenny Stevens …Melissa Lang …Robin Deck …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.

MARC HOUSE CHRISTMAS TREE SALE BEGINS, THRU XMAS…..Daily starting at 9 am and continues every day till all the trees are sold…..Support the MARC House….1401 Seminary St. If you can volunteer, please contact the MARC House.

PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR, DEC.9,16,23…..Alphonse Subarsky , noon to 3 pm… …Joel Nelson, 4 to 7pm.

ISLE COOK KEY WEST, DEC.9…Ferrari-Carano Paired Wine Dinner…5:30pm…218 Whitehead St…Join Chef Martha Hubbard for an amazing paired wine dinner with wines by Gretchen Erpenbach of Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery. For menu go to www.islecookkeywest.com. Call 305-741-7443 to reserve.

HOLIDAY INN TOUR ON DEC. 9 & 16….Enjoy touring 5 decorated Inns in KW….self-guided…Free trolley rides to Inns…call 305-296-4959 for reservations and info.

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.

TAVERN N TOWN DEC.2,9,16…. Mike Emerson entertains from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge at Beachside Marriott!!!

THE GARDENS HOTEL, DEC.9,16,23,30,….It’s Michael Robinson with Eric Haley entertaining from 5 top 7 pm.

PET PICTURES WITH SANTA, DEC.9….6 to 8 pm….hosted by the All animal Clinic … FREE to attend..look for Santa with the Nautical Xmas Tree on the Harbor Walk of Lights at the foot of William St.

AT GRAND VIN, DEC.9…Port Wine Tasting from 6-8 pm…1107 Duval St…

LATEDA….DEC.9&16….3 SUM at 8:30 pm….

SCHOONER WHARF, DEC.9&10….noon to 5, Michael McCloud… 7 to 11:30 pm The Doerfels..

TROPIC CINEMA, DEC.9-15…..NOCTURNAL ANIMALS…THE EDGE OF SEVENTEEN …HACKSAW RIDGE….…LOVING….THE ACCOUNTANT…ARRIVAL …

SUNSET TIKI BAR AT THE GALLEON, DEC.9,16,23,30….Clint Bullard performs from 6 to 9 pm.

BOTTLECAP LOUNGE ON DEC.9….All tips go to benefit the KW Wildlife Center….5 to 8 pm…1128 Simonton St….celeb bartenders, raffles, prizes, snacks and more….

GREEN PARROT, DEC.9,10,11…Jason Ricci performs at 5:30 and 10 pm…..only at 5:30 pm on Sunday.

SMOKIN TUNA, DEC.9&10…5pm, Scott Kirby…9pm, Caffeine Carl & Friends . …

HOG’S BREATH ON DEC.9,10,11… Fradley & Cuda at 5 pm…. 10 pm, Ronnie Johnson Band…At 1 on Sunday, it’s NFL Games….

GRUNTS, DEC.9,16,23,30…The Bubba System performs from 8-11 pm.

CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., DEC.9…Mike Naughton performs 1-5pm….Marjorie Miller performs from 6 to 10 pm.

GRACE ON FRANCES ST….DEC.9…..There will be a Holiday Champagne Reception from 5 to 8 pm….as the shoppe’s new collection of treasures will be unveiled! 600 Frances St. All invited.

HERE COME THE MUMMIES ON DEC.9…..At the Key West Theater at 8 pm, 512 Eaton St. 8 piece funk rock band…..

SOUTHERNMOST SANTAS FOR SENIORS, DEC.16…Kristina Welburn is holding her second annual 50th birthday party at the Bottlecap Lounge… its the 2nd annual benefit to collect $10 donations to provide 200+ gift bags for solitary, often overlooked elderly Keys’ residents. Held at The BOTTLECAP, 1128 Simonton St…5 to 7 pm….food and fun….You can also make donations to the United Way of the FLA Keys…send checks to PO Box 2145, Key West, FL 33045. In memo spot, put att: Southernmost Santas for Seniors.

FREE CONCERT AT KW LIBRARY, DEC.16…4 pm at 700 Fleming St. Sean Gaskell plays songs on the kora a 21 string harp used mostly in W. Africa.

SALUTE, DEC.23….Two of Cups with Claire Caplan and Skippo perform 5 to 8 pm.

17TH ANNUAL UNSUNG HEROES NEEDS NOMINATIONS…..All orgs out there are asked to send in the name of your nomination for Unsung Hero…to be honored at the Luncheon to be held on Jan. 27. Nominations are due by Dec. 16. Apply online at 2017Unsung Heroes Nomination Form or fax form to 305-292-1598.

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!!!!

PUN FOR YOU….All the toilets in New York’s police stations have been stolen. The police have nothing to go on.

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 DEC.10 BIRTHDAY TO…REEF PERKINS…RED DEMPSTER…DIANA FLENARD …RANDY MISENER …MATTHEW BABICH …ROBIN KNAUTH…ROBIN TOMITA…NANCY ULRICH … HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO….DEBORAH & SIDNEY GOLDMAN!!!

GARDENS HOTEL, DEC.10….JAMES KING III is at the piano from 5 to 7 pm.

CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., DEC.10… Joal Rush entertains12-4pm….Tony Baltimore performs from 6-10 pm.

CAFÉ SOLE….Buy one entrée get 2nd free….2 for 1 select wines by the glass daily from 5-6 pm. 1029 Southard St.

BOOKS & BOOKS, DEC.10….From 11 am to 2 pm, authors, David sloan, Brad Bertelli…’A Locals Guide to Bloodline: 50 famous film locales in the Fl Keys!

CORK & STOGIE FUNDRAISER, DEC.10….from 4 to 7 pm, cancer fundraiser for Lynn Dalton…1218 Duval St…silent auction, wine & beer tasting…

HOLIDAY FESTIVAL FOR KIDS IN THE KEYS, DEC.10…..10 am to 3 pm at Overseas market, 2800 N.Roosevelt Blvd. Come & see Santa..bounce House, arts n crafts, face painting, activities galore….Please bring an unwrapped toy for need tots. Food and refreshements …Benefits the Boys & Girls Club and Angels Just 4 Kids.

SUNSET TIKI BAR, DEC.10…Chris Thomas entertains at 2:30 pm.

BOTANIC GARDENS TALK, DEC.10….Susan Reuting at 1:30 pm….will talk about Understanding the FLA Keys Environment & How it Affects Gardening. $5 for no members…free for members. On College Rd. on Stock Island.

SANTACON PARADE, DEC.10…Starts at the Conch Republic on Greene St., 5 pm… as costumed revelers wind way down Duval St. and go from bar to bar…

LATEDA ON DEC.10….3 SUM at 8:30 pm in the lounge.

TAVERN N TOWN,DEC.10,17,24,31….BOBBY NESBITT is ba-ack…He entertains from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge!!

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.10…..Ericson Holt 8:30-11:30 PM.

PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR…DEC.10…..Alphonse performs from noon to 3 pm.

GRUNTS ON DEC.10….The Bubba System Band, 7:30-11:30pm.

LIGHTED BOAT PARADE, DEC.10…..At the Schooner Wharf, 8 pm…. A KW tradition! Captains meeting on Dec. 9 at the Schooner….For info call 305-292-3302.

PARADE OF PAWS ON DEC. 10….3rd annual Parade & Bazaar….10 am to 2 pm …Located at Higgs Dog Park…benefits the FKSPCA To find out what to do and how to do it…. go to http://fkspcadonorpages.com/paradeofpaws2016. Or go to www.fkspca.org.

NUTCRACKER KEY WEST RETURNS, DEC.10-18….This is an always welcome Must See Show!!!!! At Tennessee Williams Theatre… Only 8 performances…Dec.10&11 and Dec.14,15,16,17,18… scheduled with pro dancers from around the world, along with 60 + of our own community performers…..to retell this beloved holiday tale, Key West Style!!!! The costumes, dancing and music are all dazzling…..This is all put together by the creative and magic hand of Joyce Stahl whose brainchild this was from day one! You will be totally enthralled….the best way to get in the spirit of the season! Get tix by going to www.keystix.com . Note there is a special family rate on Wed., Dec.15…

TAYLOR HICKS ON DEC.10….This fab winner of American Idol will be performing at The Key West Theater at 512 Eaton St…..8 pm…..Call for tix.

LARRY SMITH CHRISTMAS CONCERT, DEC.17…8 pm at The Studios of Key West, at 533 Eaton St. Stars,Jodyrae, Camille Toler, Nancy 3, Skippo, Bubba, Jenna Stauffer, and more…get tix at www.tskw.org.

GRAND VIN, DEC.17….8 pm at 1107 Duval…$20 per person…Come join the Grand Vin Crew for their annual trolley ride Christmas light tour of KW. Benefits the Bahama Village Music Foundation.

PLANT SALE ON DEC.17…. From 10 am to noon at the KW Tropical Forest & Botanic Garden….All invited to buy great plants….

CHRISTOPHER PETERSON’S CHRISTMAS SHOW, DEC.24&25….9 pm in The Crystal Room at LATEDA…tix at 305-296-6706…this sells out so reserve!!…in the Lounge is 3 SUM at 8:30 pm…..If you have never seen this show, RUN don’t walk. It is hilarious!

ISLE COOK WINE TAST, DEC.24….at 218 Whitehead St…wine & food pairing…2-3:30 PM….$15.

ANNUAL DACHSHUND WALK ON DEC.31…. This is a true KW happening…. See zillions of Doxies and Doxie Wannabees…..The Weiner Walk is something to behold. Free to watch…Entrants meet at the corner of Whitehead and Fleming Sts…. Walk begins at noon…..get there early to get some great photos….lots of costumed canines. Thanks to Ruth Reiter who came up with this wild and wacky idea that took off like dynamite!!!!! Amazing!!!

LITTLE PALM ISLAND ON DEC.31….7 pm…Tim Mayer, Skipper Kripitz and Queen Kathleen perform. Reservations needed.

JUST SAYING……The cost of living hasn’t affected its popularity.

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 DEC.11 BIRTHDAY TO…BETTY DARST..MARSHA STEVENS..MARY SCHILLING

ANIMAL FARM OPEN ON DEC.11……. If you have never gone, do yourself a favor and go sometime….it is a very special jewel in our town…..annual Christmas on the Farm event on Dec. 11 from 1 to 3 pm….Bring the kids…visit with Santa, enjoy live music, do crafts and visit the animals!!! Located at 5501 College Rd on Stock Island…underneath the Monroe County Detention Center.

A COOL YULE.”FREE” CHRISTMAS CONCERT ON DEC.11….The Music Room, under the direction of Robin Kaplan present the 35th annual holiday concert, featuring 36 of the community’s finest young musicians accompanied by Skipper Kripitz, also known as Skipper Krismas and Joe Dallas, with special guest jazz legend, Othello Molineaux on steel drums. It will be at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 401 Duval St. Starts at 4 pm and is FREE!!! Bring friends and family to hear traditional holiday music and songs by pop artists and jazz too! Bring the Kiddies too! Get in the spirit of the season!!!!!

CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., DEC11…6-10 pm, Marjory Miller performs.

PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR, DEC.11…..Mike Bailey from noon to 3 pm.

RUM ROW DEC.11…Rock Solomon performs from 1-4 pm…Chad Burtch from 5-9pm.

SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, DEC.11….Jason Lamson & Friends at 7 pm…

SCHOONER WHARF, DEC.11….noon to 5, Michael McCloud…..7 to 11 pm, Bahama Boyz 7 to 11 pm.

JAZZ IN THE GARDENS, DEC. 11…. from 5-7:30 pm….Acoustical Jazz Harpist, Scott Marischen and Friends.

ISLE COOK KW, DEC.11,18.…..located at 218 Whitehead St….Unit 6….hosts a weekly regional wine and food event each Sat. from 2-3:30 pm…Each event features paired wines and small bites from different regions of the world. For details go to www.islecookkeywest.com.

LATEDA, DEC.11,18……Tea Dance at 4 pm….Rude Girl is the DJ….8:30 pm, 3 SUM!!!!! In the lounge….

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.11,18,25…The fab Terri White and Tim McAlpine will be performing every Sunday from 8:30-11:30 pm at 821 Duval St.

TAVERN N TOWN,DEC.11,18….Rob DiStasi performs from 5 to 9 pm!

GREEN PARROT, DEC11… be performing from 1 to 4:30 pm….Sunday Jazz…

LIBBY YORK AT LITTLE ROOM, DEC.11…Libby will be performing with Tim McAlpine from 5:30-7:30 pm at 821 Duval St. Welcome back to KW Libby!!!

AMANDAH JANTZEN AT CURRY MANSION, DEC.11,14,21,25,26,27,28…. happy hour from 5 to 7 pm…. host bar and snacks….511 Caroline St.

DEVON ALLMAN BAND ON DEC.11….At The Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St…… See the son of Gregg Allman….deja vu!

FREE MARC HOUSE ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT, DEC.18…Like no other…takes place at the MARC House on United St….the May Sands School…3-4:30 pm… Music show & community party…all invited to come, play, and sing along! FUN & memorable!!!!

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT ST. PAUL’S, DEC.18….7 pm in the Church on Duval. A Key West Classic….tix available online till Dec.15 at http://x.co/stpaulstix $25… Rest of seats will be sold at the door that evening….cash only.

JAZZ IN THE GARDENS ON DEC.25….5 -7:30 pm, it’s Larry Smith & Christine Cordone and Skippo and other guests!!!

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 March 6, 2017. Great cast, wonderful direction…music by Gayla and book by Eric….two of Key West’s favorites.

HAPPY DEC.12 BIRTHDAY TO……Please remember my beloved brother, FRED STEVENS, Francy Zak, and Steve Calderwood.

DUELING BARTENDERS , DEC.12,29,26…..It’s Mark Watson and Tom Luna, Dominic Pavlicek, Traci Reynolds… or Rick Dery entertaining from 5:30-8:30 pm at Aqua Nightclub…711 Duval St.

LATEDA ON DEC.12,19,…. .Dave Bootle performs in the Lounge at 8:30 pm.

PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR, DEC.12… Rob DiStasi noon to 3 pm.

TASTERS GUILD WINE TASTE,DEC.12….6-7:30pm at 1111 Eaton St….The Restaurant Store…Members, $20 and non, $30. Focus is on red wines, bubbly and sherry….Top local vendors will present holiday wines…good food from Cole’s Place…Reserve with check sent to 1411 Patricia St. KW 33040.

CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., DEC.12…closed for Private Event

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.12…Hal Howland Trio at 8:30 pm.

SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, DEC.12…5 pm, Scott Kirby…9 pm, Caffeine Carl & Buzz.

SCHOONER WHARF, DEC.12….noon to 5, Raven Cooper…7 –11 pm, Island Time Duo.

HOG’S BREATH , DEC.12….noon, Zack Seemiller….5 pm, Cliff Cody…9 pm, Uncle Daddy.…

TAVERN N TOWN,DEC.12,19,26…..Michael Thomas entertains from 5 to 9 pm.

BOOKS & BOOKS, DEC.19…6 pm… Paula Whyman: ‘You May See a Stranger’… in conversation with Rosalind Brackenbury.

HAPPY DEC.13 BIRTHDAY TO…JOYCE HEELS…JOHN EICHER…NORMA GASPARI … JAMEY BOWEN… REX WELTON… HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…BOB ARCHER & MARK PENCE.

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.13,20,27….Ericson Holt & Mark Kilgos at 8:30 pm….6 for tix.

PIER HOUSE, DEC.13…Rusty Lemon from noon to 3 pm….Rob DiStasi, 4 to 7 pm.

D’VINE WINE GALLERY AT THE GARDENS HOTEL…DEC.13….from 5:30-7:30 pm…Wine Taste, “Sparkling Around the World” is the theme…$20 per person….RSVP a MUST 305-294-2661….526 Angela St. Limited seating.

VIRGILIO’S ON DEC.13….The Chris Thomas Band with Skipper Kripitz, and Bubba Lownotes 9:00 pm 524 Duval (enter thru Applerouth Ln.).

SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, DEC.13….Scott Kirby 5pm…Joal Rush & Guests at 9pm.

HOG’S BREATH, DEC.13,14,15…noon, Joel Nelson…5 pm, Cliff Cody…9 pm,Uncle Daddy.

UGLY SWEATER BEER TASTE ON DEC.13….5 to 8 pm at Cork & Stogie, 1218 Duval … Tampa Bay Brewing Co. hosts this eve of fun and spirits….Join in the $100 of prizes.

BOOKS & BOOKS, DEC.13…..7 pm …Amanda Palmer, ‘The Art of Asking’… there will be a performance and signing following…..Event will take place at the Studios of KW in the Helmerich Theatre.

GRUNTS ON DEC.13….Keith Franx performs from 8 to 11 pm.

CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., DEC.13&20…Robyn & Karri perform 6-10 pm

LATEDA, DEC.6&13…..Dave Bootle at 8:30 pm in the lounge…..Christopher Peterson in the Crystal Room at 9 pm!

TAVERN N TOWN, DEC.13,20,27…Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas perform from 5 to 9 pm.

SCHOONER WHARF, DEC.13…noon to 5, Gary Hempsey….7-11pm, Tom Taylor…

WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE OPENS IN PREVIEW ON DEC.13&14….The fab comedy, ‘IT’S ONLY A PLAY’ will be shown in preview on Dec.13&14…..lower priced tix. Go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org for tix or call 305-294-5015. Grand opening of this sure to be big hit, is Dec.15 with a great after party. Runs thru Jan.7.

RED BARN OPENS ON DEC.13…..The first show of the season at the Barn is “Picasso at the Lapin Agile”…runs thru Jan.14, 2017. Great cast….call 305-296-9911 for tix.

FRINGE OPENS ON DEC.20….’A Very Lillian Baxter Christmas’…runs Dec.20-24 only…. 7 pm at The Little Room Jazz Club….821 Duval. Go to www.fringetheater.org for tix or call 305-731-0581. Buy your tix for the FRINGE by Dec.31 and get a 20% discount.

VIRGILIO’S ON DEC. 27…Celebrate Skipper’s birthday at 9 pm with the Michelle Dravis quartet.

57TH KEWY WEST HOUSE & GARDEN TOUR, DEC.27&28….4 to 7 pm…Present by the Old Island Restoration Foundation…self-guided tours in KW home decorated for Xmas….Transportation to and from homes NOT included. Tix are $30. Call 305-294-9501.

HAPPY DEC.14 BIRTHDAY TO…JOE DALLAS…MONICA SLOWIAK…SUSIE APPLIN … HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…RALPH DE PALMA & BARBARA WEIKEL….AND…. CLAIRE LOUISE CARROLL & STEVE GURMIN!!!

SNOW AT MANGIA MANGIA!, DEC.14….7:30 pm….rumor is that there WILL BE SNOW at Mangia Mangia on Southard St. at Margaret….. TJ McCann will have some musical guests performing, including Gina Maseratti, Dani Hoy, Chris Rehm, Rich McKay, Greg Gerace and who knows who else the wind will blow in!!! Get down there, dine, let the kids see what snow looks like and celebrate the holiday season. Reservations suggested.

GRUNTS ON DEC.14,21,28….8 to 11 pm, Eric Paul Levy performs.

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.14….Jodyrae Campbell performs from 8:30-11:30 pm. 821 Duval St….

SMOKIN TUNA, DEC.14………5 pm, Scott Kirby…..9 pm, Chris Thomas & Joal Rush…

LATEDA 40TH ANNIVERSARY & HOLIDAY PARTY…DEC.14…ALL invited to attend… 6:30 pm till? Dave Bootle entertains!

ISLE COOK ON DEC.14…..5:30 pm at 218 Whitehead St….$85 with paired wine option, $15…Join Chef Martha for a fab Italian Dinner paired with wines….call to reserve….305-741-7443.

VINO’S ON DEC.14….5 to 7 pm at 810 Duval St…FKOC fundraiser….For $10 you can create a bottle or make two for $15 to adorn your table A portion of the $$$ is donated to the FKOC.

LATEDA, DEC.21….Dave Bootle performs at 8:30 pm.

SALUTE,DEC.14…The Micelle Dravis trio with Skipper & Yvan Agbo.

THE GARDENS HOTEL, DEC.14….Dom Carelli at the piano from 5 to 7 pm.

*WINO WEDNESDAY AT LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.14,21,28…. Locals appreciation…Little Room offers ½ off on all bottles of wine to anyone with a local ID … 2 for 1 glasses of wine every day from 3 pm to 8 pm!!!!

SCHOONER WHARF, DEC.14,21,28…noon to 5, Michael McCloud…7 to 11 pm, Raven Cooper.

GREEN PARROT, DEC.14… E’Claire at 5:30 …Ukulele Night at 8 pm.

SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, DEC.14…5 pm, Scott Kirby…9pm, Chris Thomas & Friends.

CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., DEC.14,21,28….Din Allen performs 5-9pm.

PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR…DEC.14…4 to 7 pm, Michael Naughton performs.

TAVERN N TOWN, DEC.14…Mike Emerson performs from 5 to 9 pm at the Marriott!

FLA KEYS COUNCIL OF THE ARTS HOLIDAY MEMBERSHIP PARTY, DEC.14….5:30-7:30 pm…at the home of Rob & Maria Sharpe…723 Fleming St. Entertainment by Bobby Nesbitt & Carmen Rodriguez…with Laura Hackworth & Gordon Ross…. Appetizers and libations…. A time to renew your membership and welcome new members….. Avoid the Line…. Join On line at www.keysarts.com.

AMANDAH JANTZEN AT CURRY MANSION, DEC.14,21,28…AT 511 Caroline St…. great jazz music and song from this sultry entertainer.

CUSTOM HOUSE FIRST ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT & BAZAAR, DEC.21….5 to 9 pm at the Custom House on Front St.

NEW RESTAURANT HAS GRAND OPENING PARTY, DEC.21….Owner Marco Delzetti invites everyone to his new Italian restaurant, BUSCHETTA at 112 Fitzpatrick St. between Greene & Front Sts. 6 to 9 pm….For more info call 305-517-6282 or stop by to dine and Prego! Open daily for lunch and dinner.

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 DEC. 15 BIRTHDAY TO…LI LIANNE BROUILLARD!!!!

THANKFUL ON THURSDAY!!!!…..I am thankful for Christa Hunt….for Kristin Larkin … for Debra & Patrick who entertained in KW for a couple of weeks…and they will be back now and again!!!…

BOBBY NESBITT BACK AT LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.15….The wonderful Bobby Nesbitt will be performing at 821 Duval St. from 5:30 to 7:30pm….every Thursday, except for Dec.22 and Jan 12…..Mark your calendars and be there!!!! At 8:30 pm, it’s Larry Baeder & Bill Blue.

SCHOONER WHARF, DEC.15…noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud…..

CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO, DEC.15…Chris Thomas performs at 6-10 pm.

COMEDY THURSDAYS AT THE BOTTLECAP….DEC.15,22,29…..Every Thurs. at 7:30 pm ….$10 & $15 at the door…..1128 Simonton St

LATEDA, DEC.8&15,29… 3 Sum is in the Lounge at 8:30 pm….Christopher Peterson in the Crystal Room at 9 pm!!!!!

GARDENS HOTEL, DEC.15….Jimmy Olson is at the piano from 5 to 7 pm!

PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR, DEC.15……Brian Roberts from noon to 3 pm.

SUNSET TIKI BAR AT THE GALLEON, DEC.15….. Tony Baltimore from 2:30-5:30 pm.

SUNSET PIER ON DEC.15….The Happy Dog performs every Tues. at the Ocean Key House on the pier.

GREEN PARROT, DEC.15…Skank at 5:30 & 9 pm….Santa comes at 9 pm!!!

TAVERN N TOWN, DEC.15,22,29….Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas entertain from 5- 9 pm.

SMOKIN TUNA..DEC.15,16,17… Scott Kirby at 5 pm ……9pm, Caffeine Carl & the Buzz.

CHICAGO’S ON DEC.22,23,24…at 8 pm…Jazz in the Snow benefit for FKSPCA…with Larry Smith, Queen Kathleen, Bubba, Marty Stonely and Skippo!

PAULS POUNDSTONE ON DEC.22…This popular comedienne performs at The KW Theater at 312 Eaton St….call for tix.

HAPPY DEC.16 BIRTHDAY TO …RITA LINDER!!!!

LOVE TO YOU, AND REMEMBER… Anyone can carry his burden, however hard, until nightfall. Anyone can do his work, however hard, for one day. Anyone can live sweetly, patiently, lovingly, purely, till the sun goes down. And this is all that life really means.

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.

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 new shop at 6oo Frances….a lush new 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…Owner, Patricia Baldus relates….’A worldwide search to find the BEST of Everything’ graces GRACE!!!!’ It offers luxury to the nth degree….you will feel with all your senses. Please stop by…take your time and savor everything within…the lovely Kim Rettenwander is the manager…open daily, at the corner of Southard!

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.

SAGITTARIUS PERSONALITY….NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

One of the great things about a Sag is their irrepressible optimism. They are convinced that everything will always work out for the best. This attitude has helped them through many a storm. They keep a positive attitude and sense of humor…and when things get tough, they are able to find the silver light at the end of the tunnel. This is also one of the luckiest signs of the Zodiac. Sags are enthusiastic and always keen to take the initiative and make things happen. They don’t like to sit around and watch the grass grow…they like to have new and exciting projects that keep them on the go. Otherwise they get fed up and depressed. They need something to aim for. Goals are very important to Sags, preferring challenges to walkovers. Once they achieve their goal, they are on their way to the next target!

Life is always lively with a Sag around…they enjoy discussing ideas with friends and loved ones. They are intellectual and enjoy stretching their minds….their homes are full of books, and have a tremendous respect for knowledge. They pride themselves on their honesty, hate hypocrites and yes men. Sags are also known to exaggerate a bit…and sometimes they are more blunt and direct than you would want.

One of the most popular signs, people can’t help but flock around the Sagittarian. They radiate a friendly force-field, are terrific company and laughter never seems to be far away. They have a lot of friends! People appreciate their open and straightforward manner. Sags cannot stand to be tied down or hemmed in by a partner. They need to be able to lead their own life and not feel that someone is always peering over their shoulder trying to police their every move. The Sag will let their partner know if this is annoying them. If you love a Sag, they need their space. Sags enjoy sex, but the most important need in a partner is one who will be a friend as well as a lover. That friendship is something sorely needed long after the passion fades. Anything else is not good enough. The best signs for a Sagittarian are Gemini, Leo, and also Libra, Aquarius and Aries.

In careers, Sags are very sociable and like to be surrounded by lively colleagues, and are popular in their workplace. They like jobs that keep them on the move…not stuck behind a desk. Sags are ideally suited to career in education, publishing, writing, broadcasting, philosophy, and travel. They love money and enjoy spending it. The most exciting thing to them about money, is what it can buy. They prefer casual clothes to dressing up and are not impressed by designer labels. They have a weak spot for cars…especially those that are sleek and distinctive and that cost a fortune.

WE LOVE OUR SAGITTARIAN FRIENDS AND FAMILY MEMBERS!!!!

HAPPY SAGITTARIAN BIRTHDAY TO…..

11/23…Robbie Frechette…Debra Yates…Fred Greenberg…Robin Cozine…Donna Cesen…Tina Ekel … Chris Kennedy….

11/24…Brandon Beach…Rock Solomon…Linda Alberty…

11/25…Christopher Elwell…Jim Shepherd…Amber McDonald- Good…Margaret Villoch….Daniel Garcia….Dan DiFilippo

11/26…Harvey Server…Jon Allen

11/27…Kevin Gallagher…Carolyn Cooper…Alan Bobin…

11/28…Christine Cordone…Bernie Sledz…Jane Day Stuart

11/29…Audrey Samz…Mary Spear…Queen Kathleen Greer…Terry Gaberdiel…

11/30….Helen Walker…Jean Dostal

12/1…Donavan Pavlicek…..Please remember the wonderful Richard Stephens…

12/2…Fizz Rettew……Frank Piku…Cameron Zbikowski……Angela McChesny…Chuck Armbruster …Sammie May…Please remember Gregg McGrady and Joseph Stettner.

12/3…Vera Vasek…Linda Sparks…

12/4…Erika Biddle…Louise Sledz…Kurt Shwaery…Patti Williams

12/5…Mary Ellen Beattie…Charlotte Ryan….Please remember Victoria Sabol.

12/6…Chris Thomas…Adrian Armstrong

12/7…Richard Dennison…Louis Scaramuzzi…Rebecca Green…Gerry Sajitowski…Rosemarie Zawacki… Jan Cernan…Al Filippone …Please remember Merle Hohman and John Pett.

12/8…Sam Trophia…Andrew Forrow…Evelyn Maldonado…Alan Henig…Ron DeAnna…Brad Manley

12/9…Buddy Dyess…Lloyd Bryant…Dick Moody…Angela Meanix

12/10…Reef Perkins…Matt Babich…Robin Tomita…Redza Ibrahim Dempster……Diane Flenard …Robin Knauth …Randy Misener …Nancy Ulrich

12/11…Betty Darst…Mary Schilling…Marsha Stevens

12/12….Please take time to remember my beloved brother, Fred…..also, Francy Zakczewski.

12/13…John Eicher…Rex Welton…Joyce Heels…Jamey Bowen…Norma Gaspari

12/14…Joe Dallas…Monica Slowiak…Susie Applin …

12/15…LiLianne Brouillard

12/16…Rita Linder

12/17…George Fernandez…Jim Hendrick…Kristina Welburn…Mary Peranteau…Katie Warner

12/18…George Tillman…Joy Hawkins…Randy Roberts…Dan Carten

12/19…Barbara Herzog…Billy Hollowell

12/20…Ralph DePalma…Kristen Livengood….Sebastian Vishton….Ronnie Carruthers …Please remember Katherine Raney.

12/21…Ed Heid…Judy Farrell…Sarah Kahn…Roy Bishop…Please remember Leslie Leonelli and Pauline Palub.

HAPPY SAGITTARIAN ANNIVERSARY TO…

11/25….Ken & JoAnne Lasky

11/26….Billy Cartledge & Jim Hall

11/27….Joan O’Dowd & John Wist….Jack & Rita Eaton

11/29…George Tillman & Lloyd Bryant…

11/30….Karen & Bill Ryan

12/4…Sharon & Chris Santry…Eric Cole & Joe McMurray

12/5…Charlotte Ryan….Please remember Victoria Sabol.

12/6…Harry & Tina Deal….Robin & Peter Knauth

12/7…Cory Held & Paul Gildea

12/10….Deborah & Sid Goldman

12/13….Bob Archer & Mark Pence….

12/14….Claire Carroll & Steve Gurmin…….Barbara Weikel & Ralph DePalma

11/19…Caroline & Riichard Forbis…Barbara & Evan Corns

11/20…Lola & Jim Corrigan

11/21…Jim & Donna Hendrick

If you are one of those Sagittarians and are not on the list and want to be, please send me your month & day to kwlynda@bellsouth.net and I will add you on. If you are on the list, please let me know if any of the description pertains to you in any way. During this month of Christmas and the Holidays…please enjoy every minute. Sending love an best wishes to you.

Lynda

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