!!THE COUNTDOWN TO AQUA IDOL!!
Tuesday, January 9, 2018
JANUARY 9 THRU JAN. 16 (ETC.), 2018 IN KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!
HAPPY JANUARY 9TH BIRTHDAY TO….. TEVIS WERNICOFF!!!! (Please remember Neal Hartman!)
****AQUA IDOL STARTS ON JANUARY 16…..HEAR THE DRUM ROLL!!! AQUA IDOL FOR THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE BEGINS ANEW ON JANUARY 16!!! This is the Idol YOU have been waiting for since last January, 2017!!!! It is the 2018 Idol for the benefit of the Waterfront Playhouse! We NEED YOU there! Come early for a good seat to hear some of the best vocalists around town. MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!
ANNOUNCING THE 2018 LINEUP FOR AQUA IDOL FOR THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE! I am elated and proud to announce the following vocalists who will be performing for Aqua Idol this year…. They are: JIM SPEAKE…. ERIKA BUTTERS … NIKOLA CZERNY … NICHOLAS MCBRIDE… REBECCA MORSE WHITTEN … ROCK SOLOMON … VICKY MARTIN… ADAM SWEITZER… JERRY DOWNS … GRACE OSBORNE… RYAN MICHAEL WOJCIK … SOPHIA KELLY … BERNADETTE RESTIVO … JIMMY HARCUP… GIANCARLO ESPINOSA… I know you will all fall in love with this wonderful group of giving and talented performers!!!
TO ALL PRODUCERS AT TENNESSEE WILLIAMS THEATRE…. The touring Company of CHICAGO is being presented at the Tenn. Wms Theatre on both Jan. 16 AND 17th. Because of Aqua Idol, I am changing my usual opening night tix for Wed., Jan. 17, and I HOPE you will do the same…. so you can attend both Aqua Idol on Jan. 16 and see Chicago on the 17th. Call Carolyn at the box office at 305-296-1520. THANKS SO MUCH…this will mean the world to me!!!
FIONA MOLLOY AT KEY WEST BITE….JAN. 9,16,23,30….Fiona will be entertaining with Terry Wetmore from 7:30-9:30 pm every Tuesday….920 Caroline St. Fiona is wonderful…she is internationally known…and am proud to say she is a former Aqua Idol Winner!!!!
TAVERN N TOWN…JAN. 9, 16,23,30…. It’s Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge!
CONCH REPBULIC SEAFOOD CO., JAN. 9…. Black & Skabuddah from 5 to 8 pm!!!
HOG’S BREATH, JAN. 9,10,11….1 pm, Joel Nelson…. 5 pm, Oren Polak
SCHOONER WHARF, JAN. 9… 12 TO 5 PM, Gary Hempsey… 6:30-11 pm, The Doerfels.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, JAN. 9…. Roenin & Lewis Brice in the Round at 5 pm.
LOUIS PETRONE’S NEW BOOK IS OUT!!!… A great holiday 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 but Christmas…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….
VIRGILIOS ON JAN. 9…. It’s Skipper Kripitz, Michelle Dravis and Yvan Agbo…
GRUNTS, JAN. 9…. Peter Diamond, Tim McAlpine and Mark Rose perform from 8 to 10:30 pm.
LATEDA, JAN. 9… The Fab Spectrelles at 8:30 pm in the Lounge… Randy Roberts LIVE! In the Crystal Room at 9 pm.
RED BARN THEATRE…DANCING LESSONS UNTIL JAN.9- 13… This is a wonderful gem of a show, starring Dave Bootle and Carolyn Cooper…..directed by Joy Hawkins… Get tix at 305-296-9911 or go online to www.redbarntheatre.com. Don’t miss!!!
SCHOONER WHARF, JAN. 9…. Gary Hempsey at noon to 5pm….Tom Taylor, 6:30-11 pm.
INVITATION TO BECOME MEMBERS OF THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE!! As a loyal Waterfront Playhouse Board Member, I cannot tell you how much you and your being at our theater for shows and special events means. More than ever, with all that has taken place in KW, we need your support more than ever. We have a great season in store for you and for only $100 you can become a Member of the Playhouse. There are many different levels and each level or membership provides special privileges. But even if it for $100, you receive the coveted Dining Card that gives you a 20% discount at many of Key West’s finest restaurants, like the Rooftop, 915, Bagatelle, Café Sole, Black Fin, and many more! So please Call….become a member or get season tickets….by calling 305-294-5015. Tom Thayer will be glad to answer all your questions and sign you up. You can also go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org. Read below to find out what our show lineup for this season will be. Big Thanks!!!
GET TIX NOW FOR WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE 2017-18 SEASON… Mark your calendars” …. Production #2… “1776” .. a musical in concert….directed by Danny Weathers….Jan. 24 thru Feb. 4. 8 pm… Production #3…. ‘ HAND TO GOD’….directed by Murphy Davis….dates, Feb. 20-March 10…..8 PM… 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.
WE REMEMBER…..We continue to lose loved ones and we ask you to join us in remembering some very wonderful persons who recently passed away…..BERNICE SCHUCKERT … TIM WEGMEN ….. THERESA WISE …. CHARLOTTE RYAN….. Gone, but never forgotten.
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…All those who were traumatically affected by all the The Stashenko Family… the family & friends of Bob Gordon ….the family of Charlotte Ryan….Jan Cernan …Chuck Newman …Mary Lynn and Donald Furth…. Pat West…..Kevin Gallagher …the repose of the soul of Teresa Wise…the family and friends of Tim Wegmen…. the repose of the soul of Bernice Schuckert … Jan Nana Cernan … Terri Seargent … Charlie Allen…. Jim Cameron…. Judy Davis……Lou Ann Cymont…….Shannon Farnsworth …Cheryl Walchli ….….Terri White …John Padget… ….…Snake Collins …. Dan Collins …..Eric Nelson…..Todd Reifschneider ……Nauni Bailou… Jodyrae Campbell …Pat Waller …..Millie Chawlew….Brian Belanger …..Maggie & Mike Domski ……Jacob Gelt Dekker ……. Lee Knight … Lynda Scott …Frank Gren … Maryann Reifschneider …Sherrey Welch …Marta White ….Walter Lepperd…Wally Stevens…Teresa Wise…. 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.
KEY WEST THEATER….JAN.9-13….Last week to see ‘HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH’ … musical at 512 Eaton St. Go to www.thekeywesttheater.com for tix.
AT THE TROPIC CINEMA, JAN.9-12 … DARKEST HOURS…STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI … LADY BIRD … THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING, MISSOURI…( I highly recommend Lady Bird & Three Billboards….sensational, both!!!)
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.ryanmichaelwohcik.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.
‘1776’ OPENS IN PREVIEW AT THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE, JAN. 23…. There is only one lower-priced preview night to see this Tony –award winning musical…. Get tix now at 305-294-5015 or go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org.
‘SOUL OF KEY WEST CALENDAR FOR 2018 ON SALE….Ralph DePalma, photographer to the entertainers in KW has a great calendar for you… Cost is $12.95 plus shipping. Special offer: buy The soul of Key West Volume I or II and get the 2018 Calendar Free. Go to www.rwdepalma.com/shop for info and ordering.
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.
CUSTOM HOUSE EXHIBIT RUNS THRU MARCH 4…..The Key West Art & Historical Society presents …. Curious Treasures of Keys Residents….a very special event featuring an exhibit of the unique and wonderful collections of those around town… at 281 Front St….runs through March 4.
NEWS FROM MARK HOWELL…..Remember that charming Brit whose writings we so looked forward to reading in the late Solares Hill? Anyway… he is living in Ct with wife, Jan… and he shared a bit of news. He has just published his second novel, called ‘A THIEF IN HEAVEN’…a story of a man and his cat who are run down by a driverless car and go to heaven, where they have an adventure that results in a rebirth…and they return to Life & Earth to save Mankind! It has garnered great reviews. This book is now available at Amazon!!!!
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 ANNOUNCES 2018 SEASON!!!….Dec. 19-Jan. 13…. “Dancing Lessons”. …stars Carolyn Cooper and Dave Bootle….. hilarious & heartwarming story…directed by Joy Hawkins…. Jan.23 thru Feb. 17… “20th Century Blues” play centers on four women who have been lifelong friends….stars Marjorie Paul-Shook, Annie Miners, Peggy Montgomery, Deborah Jacobson, Kathy Russ and Justin Ahearn & directed by Joy Hawkins…!!!… Feb.26-March 10… “Always, Patsy Cline”….Tells the tale of Patsy Cline thru the eyes of her pen pal, Louise Seeger…stars Joy Hawkings and Christine Mild…musical direction by Jim Rice … 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…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.
HAPPY JAN.10 BIRTHDAY TO…MICHAEL BOYER … MARY LOU HOOVER …GREG POLISCASTRO… MARY PISZKER… BRUCE PATERSON… (Please remember Mary Jo DaSilva and George Maurer.)
THE GARDENS WINE CLASS…JAN. 10… Romancing the Rhone….5:30-7 pm at 526 Angela St…. in the Wine Gallery…. $20 per person…RSVP a must at 305-294-2661.
DANCING LESSONS AT RED BARN, JAN.10-13…. Get tix for this special show at 305-296-9911 or on the Red Barn website at www.redbarntheatre.com.
AT THE STUDIOS…JAN. 10…. Shea Hembrey will present a multimedia artist talk at 7 pm….533 Eaton St…
GARDEN CLUB SOIREE, JAN. 10….This first soiree will feature artist, Fran Decker who will discuss the felled strangler fig tree at the KW Garden Club at W. Martello on Atlantic Blvd. 5:30-7:30 pm… Tix are $5 for members and $10 for non. The garden’s luscious new lights created by Jeffrey Ware, will be center stage. Wine will be served.
LATEDA, JAN.10…. The Spectrelles perform at 8:30 pm…!!!!!
WINE BINGO AT VINO’S, JAN. 10….7 to 9 pm at 810 Duval St….$1 per card…bingo with a twist….benefits the KW Montessori School
THE GREEN PARROT, JAN10… The Beatles Band at 5:30… 9 pm and 11 pm.
GRUNTS, JAN10…. Eric Levy performs from 7 to 11:30 pm.
FELICITY FELINE VIDEO STAR, JAN. 10-14…. At Cowboy Bill’s at 618 Duval St… 9 & 11 pm shows…. Get tix at www.keystix.com.
SMOKIN TUNA ON JAN.10…5 pm, Roenin & Lewis Brice in the round … 9 pm, Andy Wescott Band.
SCHOONER WHARF, JAN.10…..12-5pm, Jeff Clark…6:30-11pm, Raven Cooper.
TAVERN N TOWN, JAN.10,17….. Rob DiStasi performs from 5 to 9 pm at the Marriott!
CONCH REPUBLIC, JAN.10,17,24,31….Din Allen from 5 to 8 pm.
BLUE MACAW, JAN.10….. Karri Daley performs at 7:30 pm.
FOSTER PARENT CLASSES HELD, JAN. 10….Wesley House is offering Classes for those seeking to be Foster Parents…. Classes start on Jan 10 at 1304 Truman Ave. Contact Megan Burgess at 305-809-5020 for info or to register.
CLASSICAL TO COLDPLAY, JAN. 17….An ‘informance’ by cellist, Denise Nathanson, sought after performer and professor of classical music…at the Studios, 7 pm.
****OPENING NIGHT OF ‘1771’ AT THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE….JAN. 24…. This musical took the world by storm and won the 1969 Tony Award!!! This story dramatizes the efforts of John Adams to persuade his colonial colleagues to vote for American Independence…. To be presented in a concert setting with an orchestra of 8 and a cast of 26. This show is directed by Danny Weather, set design by Michael Boyer, Musical Director, Vincent Zito….Costumes, Leigh Hooten… The cast of 26 consists of…. Tom Murtha…Hy Conrad… David Black … John Wells… Dean Walters … Nathan Gay … Bob Bowersox… JB McLendon… Jeffrey Harwell … Arthur Crocker … John McDonald … Mathias Maloff… Jason Wilson… Matt Hollis Hulsey … Bob Wood … John Reynolds … Don Bearden … Jack Agnew… Xavier McKnight … Laurie Breakwell … Stephanie Sander … Rock Solomon … Trey Forsyth … Tom Thayer … Ross Pipkin … and Karl Stahl… Opening party sponsored by Fred Greenberg in honor of his wonderful late wife Linda Greenberg (Waterfront Board Member)…. Buffeet provided by First Flight Restaurant & Brewery.
A PUN FOR YOU…. A book fell on my head. I’ve only got ‘myshelf’ to blame!!
JANUARY 11 BIRTHDAY MEMORIES OF… KATHY CAWLEY and ED KNIGHT….. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO….ROBERTA DE PIERO & REEF PERKINS ….. TERESA & JIM WALLACE … MARK BUCZAK & JON GRIM…
EYE EYE EYE ….3 DAY POP-UP TRUNK SHOW ON JAN. 11,12,13 … Linda Patchet presents unique Eyewear and Art at the Gildea Contemporary Gallery, at 522 Southard St…. 4-8 pm, opening night….reception…. Friday 1/12, 10 am to 7 pm…. Sat., 1/13, 10 am to 7 pm.
LECTURE: THE FLAGLER YOU DON’T KNOW…JAN. 11.. Key West Art & Historical Society presents speaker, John Blades of the Palm Beach Flagler Museum who will speak at the Tropic Cinema at 6 pm. All invited. For more info go to www.kwahs.org.
‘LADY BIRD’ AT TROPIC CINEMA….JAN.11… This is your last chance to view and enjoy this quite wonderful movie….sure to be up for countless Oscars this year!!! 401 Eaton St. Do not miss!
“REGINA MONOLGUES”…JAN.18-21…. The FRINGE presents this show at 7 pm at the Parish Hall at St. Paul’s Church…. For tix go to www.fringetheater.org. This play gives a modern voice to the six wives of Henry VIII!!! It stars Diane May, Erin McKenna, Lisa Elena Monda, Melody Moore, Jade Williamson and Ellen Rickert. Director is Rebecca Tomlinson. Tix are $20-30 in advance and $35 at the door.
BO’S FISHWAGON, JAN. 11,18,25…..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.
MARTA WHITE ART EXHIBIT…THRU JAN.25… Marta White was the owner of a fabulous Hotel, like something out of The Great Gatsby, for 30 years..… It was filled will countless art works created by Marta…. The Hotel in the Hamptons, has been sold and the Art Pieces that adorned those walls will be exhibited and on sale at The Studios…for Marta’s first ever One Woman Show… at the XOJ Gallery on the third floor….533 Eaton St…. There are some amazing and unique pieces of works never before seen outside of the wonderful Hotel. Mark your calendars!
FARMER’S MARKET ON JAN.11,18,25….and every Thursday…at Bayview Park….9 am to 2 pm… lots of produce, crafts, homemade products, etc….vendors galore! Gina Maseratti entertains!!!
GRUNTS, JAN.11…. The Shanty Hounds from 7 to 10 pm.
COMEDY AT BOTTLECAP NOW ON THURS. & FRIDAYS JAN.11,12,18,19,25,26 … 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.
AT THE GARDENS, JAN.11,18,25…..Megan Constantine is at the piano from 5 to 7 pm.
SCHOONER WHARF, JAN11… Michael McCloud, 12-5… 6:30-11pm, Cool Duo with Sam Ramos and Chris Case.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, JAN.11… Roenin & Lewis Briced at 5 pm… Caffeine Carl at 9 pm.
GREEN PARROT, JAN11….Skank at 5:30 pm….Antillean Music Ensemble 9 and 11 pm.
LATEDA, JAN.11……3 SUM entertains at 8:30 pm till 11:30 pm…in the Lounge! Christopher Peterson performs in the Crystal Room at 9 pm!
TAVERN N TOWN JAN.11,18,25….Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas perform from 5 to 9 pm….
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD, JAN.11,18,25… 5 TO 9 PM, Rick Fusco…
PIER HOUSE GOES PINK…JAN. 18… Zonta presents this Breast Cancer Awareness event at 6 pm… a fashion show celebrating local breast cancer survivors…. With music by the Prime Movers… $10 donation …1 Duval St. Money goes toward program that helps the uninsured and needy women in the Keys.
NEW LUCKY STREET GALLERY SHOW, JAN. 18…..This new exhibit, entitled. “Temporal Convergence” will feature three distinct artists with KW themes. Janice Colbert…Seth Smith….and… Jim Toia will delight and fascinate you! Reception will occur during Walk On White, Jan. 18 from 6-8 pm… 1204 White St…. all invited…. Stop in anytime prior to the reception for a preview! Hours are 11 am to 6 pm, Mon-Sat.
INVITATION TO EVENT AT TENNESSEE WILLIAMS MUSEUM, JAN.18…. This event is for all those interested in supporting Art & History in Key West….Comp libations and apps…and a fresh look at the new 4th Museum for the Art & Historical Society…. Located at 513 Truman Ave….5 to 7 pm… RSVP to klivingston@kwahs.org or call 305-295-6616. This is a good chance to find out all that the Tennessee Williams Museum has to offer, see the new gift shop, and find out about becoming members and how you can support the Museum and various ways.
PREMIER OF ‘HEISENBERG’, JAN. 25-28….This amazing drama, directed by Dennis Zacek and starring Michael Mulligan and Dana Black, will be held at The Studios at 533 Eaton St…. 7:30 pm… Tix are now on dale… at www.tskw.org or call 305-296-0458. This is theater at its very best….no doubt it will sell out, so get tix NOW!
HAPPY JAN. 12 BIRTHDAY TO…..MARY GRUSIN…. LYNNE VANTRIGLIA …. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO….GINNY & TAYLOR DOEBLER…
ON THE WATERFRONT: TRUMAN ANNEX ARTISTS….JAN. 12…. Key West Art & Historical Society exhibit opens with a special reception on 1/12 from 6 to 8 pm… in the Bryan Gallery at 281 Front St….Artists include, John Martini, Helen Harrison Judi Bradford, and more…..donation of $10 for non members….VIP access and reception form 5:30-6 pm for KWAHS members.
TAVERN N TOWN, JAN. 12…. Bobby Nesbitt performs from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge!
LATEDA…JAN.12….3 Sum in the Lounge at 8:30 pm…. Randy Roberts performs in the Crystal Room at 9 pm.
TROPIC CINEMA, JAN.12 THRU JAN. 18….THE POST….DARKEST HOUR…THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING, MISSOURI…STAR WARS…
CONCH REPUBLIC, JAN. 12… Tom Taylor noon to 4 pm… Karri Daley, 5-9 pm…
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, JAN. 12 & 13…. Roenin & Lewis Brice, 5 pm… Caffeine Carl & the Buzz at 9 pm.
SCHOONER WHARF, JAN.12 & 13….noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud… 6:30-11:30pm, Fuel on Fire (formerly the Doerfels)
GREEN PARROT, JAN. 12&13…. Poppa Chubby at 5:30, 9 and 11 pm.
HOGS BREATH, JAN. 12 & 13….Fradley & Cuda at 1 pm…. later, Oren Polak
OLD ISLAND HOME TOURS, JAN. 12 & 13….Tour a selection of wonderful Key West Homes… 3 to 7 pm… get tix at www.keystix.com.610
LEGION MARKETPLACE, JAN.12,19,26… Every Friday from 10 am to 2 pm, 5610 College Rd. …call 305-294-7117 for info.
HAPPY JAN. 13 BIRTHDAY TO… BOB ARNOLD… DEVON REIMERS… JIM WALLACE… KRISTIE REILLY…
LATEDA, JAN. 13… 3 Sum performs at 8:30 pm… Christopher Peterson in the Crystal room at 9 pm.
ISLE COOK, JAN.13,20,27…. 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!!!
KW ART & HISTORICAL SOCIETY WALKING TOUR SERIES PLANNED, JAN. 13….Sharon Wells will present her tour at noon…with a focus on Truman annex and historic Whitehead St. Meet at Custom House on Front St. Wells will weave the stories and history associated with this special area in Key West.Tix are $25 for members and $35 for non. Space limited….Call 305-295-6616 ex:115 or go online to www.kwahs.org/education.
TAVERN N TOWN, JAN. 13…. Mike Emerson performs from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge.
KEY WEST SEAFOOD FESTIVAL…JAN. 13 & 14….At Bayview Park…1320 Truman Ave. …. $5 entry fee…. Enjoy the freshest seafood caught as local fishermen prepare their catch for your enjoyment….11 to 8 pm on Jan. 13 and 11 to 5 pm on Jan. 14.
16TH ANNUAL MAYOR’S BALL IN PARADISE, JAN. 13…6 pm reception and dinner at 7:15 at Casa Marina Resort….This event is Sold Out, but to get on a waiting list, call Jennifer at 305-852-4246. Honoring Mayor Craig Cates and first Lady, Cheryl… will benefit the Florida Keys Children’s Shelter.
ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR, JAN.27 & 28….More than 80 exhibitors will sell their creations from 10 am to 5 pm…..located on Whitehead St. and Caroline St. entrance….. Free to attend….A Key West Tradition….
NATIVE PLANT SALE, JAN.20…. At The KW Tropical Forest & Botanic Garden, at 5210 College Rd on Stock Island. Choose from over 1,500 plants and species…. All sizes….. 9 am to Noon!
MYSTICK KREW INVITES YOU TO A MASQUE BAL….FEB. 3…. This exciting new Group In Key West invites you to the 2018 MARDI GRAS BAL MASQUE….Feb. 3…8:30-12:30 am…called ‘The Steampunk Carnival’… a magical night under the stars with catered food and open bar….. at The Key West amphitheater….Mask Required… with Steampunk or Formal Attire…. Reservations Required!!! $130 per person…. To reserve go to: https://squareup.com/store/kreweofkeywest.
HAPPY JAN. 14 BIRTHDAY TO… LINDA BEACH… MICHEL APPELLIS … JESSICA GEIDE…
PARDISE BIG BAND ON JAN. 14….Celebrate the 20th anniversary with Joe Dallas and the fab Paradise Big Band at Tennessee Williams Theatre, 8 pm…. on the MAIN Stage… wonderful local and dedicated musicians and guest vocalists…. Get tix at www.keystix.com. Another Concert will be on March 18th!
LIBBY YORK AT THE GARDENS HOTEL, JAN. 14….Libby will be joined by Tim McAlpine, Mark Rose, and Hal Howland for a night of jazz at the Gardens…. 5 to 7:30 pm. FREE to attend.
KEY WEST LITERARY SEMINAR OFFERS FREE SESSION, JAN. 14….All are invited to attend this public session from 2 to 5 pm at the San Carlos Institute at 516 Duval St. All seating is first come first served….doors open at 1:45 pm… Theme of this year’s seminar is ‘Writers of the Caribbean’… Presenters will be Mirta Ojito, Edwidge Danticat, Esmeralda Santiago, and Tiphanie Yanique.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, JAN. 14, 21… 5 PM, Nick Norman… 9 pm, Marshall Morlock Band…
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD, JAN. 14…. Noon to 4 pm, Turner Harrison… 5 to 9 pm, The Shanty Hounds.
SCHOONER WHARF, JAN.14&21…Noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud….6:30-11 pm…The Last Mango Duo.
TAVERN N TOWN, JAN. 14,21,28…. Rob DiStasi entertains from 5 to 9 pm.
SEAFOOD FEST ON JAN. 14…. 11 am to 5 pm at Bayview Park…$5 to attend.
LATEDA, JAN.14…. TEA Dance at 4 pm…. 3 Sum performs at 8:30 pm.
GREEN PARROT, JAN. 14….5:30 PM, Rodina with Joe Talton of the New Mastersounds.
THE SOUTH FLORIDA SYMPHONY PRESENTS, JAN. 21…. The Symphony and Martha Graham’s Dance of Life….7:30 pm at The Key West High School Auditorium… featuring the Martha Graham Dance Co…get tix at www.keystix.com.
JACOB MACKAY, IMPROMPTU CONCERT, JAN. 21…. AT St. Paul’s Church at 401 Duval St…. wonderful cellist…. Get tix at www.keystix.com or at the door.
RICHARD CROOKS ANNUAL SECOND LINE, JAN. 28…. The 3rd annual 2nd Line will march up Duval to benefit the Bahama Village Music Program…. This event celebrates the lives we have lost. For info go to www.crookssecondlinekw.com or call 305-504-7664. More info to come.
HAPPY JAN. 15 BIRTHDAY TO… STEVE ANDRES… SHEILA TAYLOR … ALEXANDER HUNT… SOPHIA PERANTEAU… KAY BRESLIN…
LATEDA…JAN.15… Randy Roberts LIVE! In the Crystal Room at 9 pm!
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., JAN. 15,22,29… The Bahama Boys, 5 to 8 pm…
HOGS BREATH, JAN. 15… 1 PM, Zack Seemiller… 5 pm, Mike Veal Band… 10 pm, Biscuit Miller & the Mix
SMOKIN TUNA, JAN. 15… 5 PM, Nick Norman…9 pm, Caffeine Carl & Friends.
TAVERN N TOWN, JAN. 15,22,29… Michael Thomas performs from 5 to 9 pm!!!
SCHOONER WHARF, JAN.15…Raven Cooper , noon to 5 pm… Island Time Duo from 6:30-11 pm.
FRIENDS OF LIBRARY SERIES, JAN. 22….Edmund White, acclaimed author and critic. Will speak at the KW Theater, 512 Eaton St. for a FREE event sponsored by the KW Library Friends!!! Lecture at 6 pm, and seating starts at 5:30 pm… His work centers on the gay experience in America and France from the 50’s to now…. He has been an activist for change in the gay community thru work with AIDS orgs, etc.
HAPPY JAN. 16 BIRTHDAY TO …REBECCA TOMLINSON … MICHAEL FATICA … DIANE STRONG… SALLY GALBRAITH… JOE SHAW… (Please remember Richard Crooks…..Fran Ford…. And Kathy Melendy.)
****AQUA IDOL STARTS NEW ON JAN. 16…. 6:30 to 8 pm at Aqua Nightclub at 711 Duval St…. I have worked very hard to find some wonderful vocalists to perform each week to raise badly needed money for the Waterfront Playhouse! PLEASE come and support our Theater and these giving, special singers!! And read below…
FOR ALL THOSE WHO WANT TO SEE ‘CHICAGO’ AT TENNESSEE WILLIAMS THEATRE ON JAN. 16…. Note that it is also being presented on Wednesday, Jan. 17…. So I ask all those who hold tix for Jan. 16 to PLEASE call the box office and get tix for the Jan. 17th performance of Chicago, so you can be there on opening night of Aqua Idol to support the Waterfront Playhouse!! I thank you with all my heart for this! Go to 305-296-1520 to make the switch!!!! By the way, this show starts at 7:30 pm on both January 16 and 17!!!
TAVERN N TOWN, JAN. 16,23,30…. Carmen Rodriguez and Michael Thomas entertain from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge.
DOCENTS WANTED….At the Oldest House Museum at 322 Duval St….. Call 305-294-9501 for info.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO….JAN. 16, 23… Jeff Clark from 5-8 pm.
SMOKIN TUNA, JAN. 16… Nick Norman at 5 pm.
LATEDA, JAN. 16… The Spectrelles perform at 8:30 pm…. Christopher Peterson performs at 9 pm in the Crystal Room.
HOGS BREATH ON JAN. 16,17,18… 1 pm, Joel Nelson… 5 pm, Mike Veal Band… 10 pm, Biscuit Miller & the Mix.
GREEN PARROT, JAN. 16… Rodina with Joe Talton of the New Mastersounds at 9 and 11 pm.:30-11pm, Tom Taylor and Ross Brown.
SCHOONER WHARF, JAN.16…noon to 5 pm, Gary Hempsey…6
‘1776’ OPENS IN PREVIEW AT THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE, JAN. 23… Lower priced tix for this show only….get tix now at 305-294-5015 or go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org.
TOM RUSH IN CONCERT, JAN. 30….7 pm at The Studios, 533 Eaton St… Rib aching laughter, great storytelling and superb guitar playing make this a show to see and enjoy.
LOVE TO YOU, AND REMEMBER…. As my dear Mother always said… “Honey catches more flies than vinegar.”
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 305-842-1666 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 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 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…Barry Cuda…Sr. Jane Silk…
12/25…Chris Lippa…Bill Belobraidich……Bill Porter…Emil Imbro…Jimmy Buffet…
12/26…Richard Watherwax…Alissa Russin…Simone Bart…(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…Nauni Baillou…Peg Oppanheimer….Jan Whitney
12/31…Bob Badgerow…Gail Lima…Kim Romano…Michael Citro…Leda Andrews…Chris Stone…Joe Tripp …Melissa Tausche…Daniel Margil….
1/1…..Kip Larson…Russ Scavelli …Kristen Wilson…Phyllis Gagner….Chuck Ballish
½….. June Hudson…Martha Barnes…Chris Rehm
1/3…..Jean Carper…Howard Livingston…Genevieve Isaksen…David Herzog…Carol Monaghan… Mary Beth Koewer…
¼…..Keith Lapp…Kimball Ingram ….Chris Higgins
1/5…..Trish Manley…..Michael Munoz…Karen Ryan…
1/6…Cyndy Livingston…Helen Harrison…Michael Roth…Jack Behmke……Ginger Boncek …Mindy Duecker…Emily Ruether ….(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 Piszker…Bruce Paterson…(Please remember Mary Jo DaSilva and George Maurer…)
1/11…..Agnes Varis… Alex Hall….(Please remember…..Ed Knight and Kathy Cawley…)
1/12…..Mary Grusin…Lynne Vantriglia
1/13…..Bob Arnold…Jim Wallace…Devon Reimers…Christie Reilly.
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 and Fran Ford.)
1/17…Blake Hunter…Scott Hall…John McDonald….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…Michelle Dravis…
1/20….Clayton Beattie…Stacy aka Sasha Ortiz/Fierce…Gina Karr…Stephen Selka…Steve Richardson …Nancy Boyce…Linda Curtis…Nancy Norris….(Take time to remember Gladys Rybicki and Joy Peck. )
HAPPY CAPRICORN ANNIVERSARY TOA….
12/24….Bobby Nesbitt & Michael Mulligan
12/25…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 Bengle…
12/30… Kris & Bob Pabian…
12/31….Pat & Carey Moore…..Terri & Phil Wilson
1/1/…..Carol Tedesco & Michael Shields
½…Margaret & Ken Domanski….David & Irene Eyer
1/5…..Karen & Vince Taporowski….
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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