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BUNNY HUGS FOR YOU! KEY WEST WITH LYNDA..MARCH 25-31,  2024
Monday, March 25, 2024


MONDAY MARCH 25, 2024..

HAPPY MARCH 25 BIRTHDAY TO…HY CONRAD…. ALICE KELLEY…. JEANETTE PARTILLA….(Please remember…Doug Strip….Rose Frechette…Fran Verral… Harry Ruchman…. Ted Windt.)
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***BOBBY NESBITT & CARMEN RODRIGUEZ AT LITTLE WHITE HOUSE, MARCH 25 & 27….  These superb shows will be at 7 pm at The Truman Little White House…. Each concert is like a special little Gem that you just love and cherish and never want to let go of.   Doors open at 6:30 pm….Go to the Little White House Website to check for ticket availability.  These shows are fabulous and ALWAYS sell out FAST!!!!! 

CONGRATULATIONS TO JUDY BLUME…. On March 14, author extraordinaire, Judy Blume was presented with the Ivan Sandrof Lifetime Achievement Award at the National Book Critics Circle Awards Ceremony. 

ALSO, CONGRATULATIONS TO PETER GLICKLICH….Peter, fiance of Kristin Larkin Lo Gerfo, was sworn in as the President of the American Branch of the IFA (International Fiscal Association).  This is a BIG DEAL…. Only three people, worldwide, hold this position…one from Europe, one from Asia and Peter from USA.  Good news is meant to be shared!  


AT TAVERN N TOWN… MARCH   25…Rob DiStasi performs from 5 to 9 pm. 

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB ON MARCH 25..Music from 5-7 pm…It’s Bob Wasson at the Piano…..821 Duval St ….8-11 pm, it’s Jazz Jam with Skipper Kripitz, Larry Smith & Joe Dallas..8 to 11 pm.

THE GARDENS HOTEL MONDAY…MARCH  25…from 5 to 7 pm it’s Mary Spear entertaining ….526 Angela St. 

MY BLOG ALSO STILL ON CONCHTV.COM……You can  go to www.conchtv.com/author/lynda and get my complete blog ….also the recent Birthday and Anniversary Lists and other info including my photo!!!!  


SCHOONER WHARF…MARCH 25…Raven Cooper 12- 5 pm… Joe the Show  from 6:30-11 pm. 

FREE MOVIE AT CONGREGATION B’NAI ZION… MARCH 18…. 7:30 pm at 750 United St.    Movie is “Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen…A Journey, A Song.’.


MOVIE,.. AT TROPIC CINEMA…AT 6:30 PM….MARCH 18…. PERIOD OF ADJUSTMENT…. MARCH 25… THE FUGITIVE KIND.  ALL AT 6:30 AT TROPIC!  ALL IN HONOR OF TENNESSEE WILLIAMS MONTH IN KEY WEST!

HUGH’S VIEW AT THE STUDIOS, MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS… Open from 5-7 pm…. Happy Hour Bar…. Great Views thanks to Hugh!!!!  (I love that the name Hugh has ‘HUG’ as its first three letters…he was so huggable!)

BRIA ANSARA PERFORMS  ON MONDAYS, TUES. & WED.  AT BOURBON ST. PUB from 8:30- 10:30 PM. Bria is a brilliant and wonderful singer!!!! (and an Aqua Idol finalist!!!!)

KARI WOLF MARCH 25,26…KARI PERFORMS AT IRISH KEVIN’S AT 10 PM!! 


PLEASE NOTE… THE PRAYER CHAIN HAS BEEN RELOCATED TO THE ADDENDUM BELOW.   PLEASE REMEMBER ALL THOSE WHO NEED OUR PRAYERS FOR MANY VARIOUS REASONS!  THANK YOU… SCROLL DOWN PLEASE. 

ACT NOW…..BE AN ANGEL FOR THE KWHS DRAMA CLUB…. Deadline for all sponsorships & Ads is Friday, MARCH 29…PLEASE ACT NOW!!!  SHOW YOUR SUPPORT AS A SPONSOR AT ANY LEVEL.  Make checks payable to Williams Hall, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit org. with ‘Drama Club’ in the memo space.  Mail to Williams Hall 729 Fleming St. Key West, FL 33040 ASAP.  You can also drop off your check donation.  Your name will appear in the Program… Call the number above to find out about advertising your business or giving a special Shout out donation to someone in the musical.  Also. please attend the production on above dates!  Donations are tax deductible!!!   Program Director of our High School Drama Club is Emily Young Galvan, daughter of Liz and Gary Young,  Believe it or not, the High School provides NO funding for the Drama Club so this group depends solely on YOUR donations, fundraising, and grants to produce productions and programs.  Under Young’s direction, the group has soared from 10 student members to over 90.  This year the musical they will present is ‘HEAD OVER HEELS’,  on April 11,12,and 13 at the KW Auditorium.  This Club needs business ads and sponsorships to go in their Playbill…there are sponsorships and ad opportunities from every level starting at $50.  This musical stars the talented students at KWHS…Team involves Jeremy Zoma as director &  musical director…. choreographer, Lauren Thompson, and Gary SUSHI Marion doing Costume Design.  It is produced by Emily Young with Drama sponsor, Rebecca Bertucci, leading the technical.  I encourage you to reach out to this org with generous donations.  Note that the Drama club is based at Williams Hall.  Call 305-304-4332 and ask for a sponsorship flyer.  You could also go to www.williamshall.org

STOCK ISLAND SOCIAL CLUB … Matt’s at The Perry Hotel,  offers a Locals 40% dinner Discount on Monday and Tuesday nights.  


29th TASTE OF KEY WEST…. MARCH 25…. 6 -9 pm…. at Truman Waterfront…. Advance tix @ www.keystix.com…various packages available ….

LATEDA.. …. Performing in the Crystal Room at Lateda at 9 pm is … The Randy Roberts LIVE! Show ….1125 Duval St.  To check on the  schedule go to the Lateda website.  Downstairs in the Lounge is the superb 3 SUM  who perform on Thursday thru Monday at 8:30 pm. And a new act on Tues. and Wed. at 8:30 pm.   And delish food too!!!!!!   

THE AQUANETTES PERFORM SHOWS EVERY SINGLE NIGHT…. Aqua Nightclub at 711 Duval St. is the place to see the most fabulous Drag Queens ….including …. FAITH … INGA …. ELLE … JESSICA… BEATRIX ……  MAYA…and  EPIPHANY!!!  Shows are  Monday and Tuesday at 9 pm….and from Wednesday thru Sunday, there are two shows…at 7 pm and 9 pm.  ..Reserve at www.aquakeywest.com.  Aqua is open from noon to 2 am nightly…. drink specials… full menu… lunch specials…… call 305-294-0555…   Also at Aqua…. there is the Back Bar, the Side Bar , The BIDCAGE CABARET….. the Outdoor Bar and Grill, and each has its own personality!!!!!  MIKE AND JOHN BARRETT are wonderful new owners and are doing super things at AQUA PLEX!! 

GRANT APPLICATION FOR ANNE McKEE ARTISTS FUND 2024…Local Keys Residents can apply from March 1-March 31.  There are MANY DETAILS and much information, so those interested, please go to website at www.McKeeFund.org.   Questions can be directed and sent to McKeeFund@gmail.com

The venerable ANNE MCKEE (now 102!) is presently residing at the  Palm Vista Rehabilitation Center at 5860 College Rd.,  Stock Island, FL 33040.    If  you have some time to pay her a visit I am sure she will welcome you.
ARTIST, RICK WORTH…. is also residing at the Rehab Center.  I KNOW he too, would welcome a visit or a card or note.  He is making slow process after his stroke awhile back.      


ALSO….To contact me, direct all messages to kwlynda@bellsouth.net,  I am interested in ALL  you may have to say.  Also, if you have any information that I could use in this blog, please send it to me and I will try to  include it next time. I need ALL info sent as concisely as possible and must come to me before Sunday at the end of the week… as my blog goes out on MONDAYS!!!!! (and sometimes Sunday night!)  If you want a copy of the recent Birthday/Anniversary List and Overview, let me know by emailing me at above address.

CHARITY BINGO AT GREEN PARROT…Monday at 7 pm… to benefit A WORTHY CAUSE…each and every week. 

VOTE BY MAIL….Please note that every person who wants a vote by mail ballot must request one EACH election cycle.    Request now for 2024 or check your vote by-mail-status at the following links.  Request a vote by mail ballot keysselections.org/Voters/vote-by-mail-Request.


KAREN BEAUPRIE WATERCOLOR CLASSES….at KW Art Center, 301 Front St…..every Monday thru March 25…. 10 am to 1 pm….All skill levels welcome.  Supply list found at www.beausartstudio.com.  Register at 305-294-1241.  Karen is one of Key West’s most talented watercolor artists!

A PUN or LEXOPHILE FOR YOU….The past, the present and the future walked into a bar.  It was tense!
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TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 2024

HAPPY MARCH 26, BIRTHDAY TO…..EMILY MALTZ…. JANA KREJCIROVA…. KEVIN MELLONCAMP…JUDY PINGSTON…. GLENDA ROWLEY … KENNY CHESNEY….(Please remember…. Cameron Murray, Roger Westerlund and… Tennessee Williams.)… HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…. BONNIE PICEU & PAUL DIETZ.
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AT RED BARN thru MARCH 30….’THE THANKSGIVING PLAY’, starring Elena Devers, Arthur Crocker….. Jeremy Zoma and Nina Pilar…. directed by Mimi McDonald.. This is a hilarious dark comedy that will make you laugh, think …may make you mad…and may even make your brain explode in a wacky sorta way.
RED BARN ANNOUNCES ‘SPRING FLING BOGO’…. Yes Buy one ticket for “The Thanksgiving Play”…. get one free!  Good for all non-aisle seats for all remaining shows except not Closing Night, March 30.   Get tix at www.redbarntheatre.com or call 305-296-9911…. This great cast will have you laughing all evening!!!!   

TENNESSEE WILLIAMS BIRTHDAY PARTY ON MARCH 26… ALL invited to attend this FREE event to honor the memory of Tennessee Williams on his 113 Birthday.  5 to 7 pm at The Tennessee Williams Museum 513 Truman Ave.  Champagne and Cake will be served and awards for the Short story and the Poetry contests will be announced.  Congrats to Dennis Beaver & Bert Whitt on all the amazing Tennessee Events they held to honor him.


TAVERN N TOWN…MARCH 26……the amazing  Carmen Rodriguez and James King 5-9pm. 

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB..MARCH 26….5-7 pm, it’s Bob Wasson at the piano…. 8 to 11 pm, it’s Bluesday Tuesday with Larry Baeder and Co.  Great entertainment at 821 Duval St. … and delish food and drink too!

AT SCHOONER WHARF….MARCH 26….. noon to 5, Gary Hempsey….from 6:30-11 pm., Marjory Lee…..   

VIRGILIO’S ON MARCH 26… 8 pm…The CRZB’S, with Skipper Kripitz, Rob DiStasi, Tim Mayer and Geoff Lowe. 


COMEDY KEY WEST.. 218 Whitehead St…..Go to www.comedykeywest.com to get tix and see the monthly lineup…. Or call 305-985-7370.  Joe Madaus and Co. always have top notch comics to have your rolling in the aisles!!!!

THE GARDENS HOTEL TUESDAY…..MARCH 26..Gregory James…. entertaining from 5 to 7 pm in the Atrium.  526 Angela St. 

TOUR OF ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH EVERY TUESDAY AT 1:30 PM….. David Eyer conducts tours of the Nave at this beautiful and historic Church on Duval St at Eaton.   


FRINGE MUSICAL ‘THE LAST FIVE YEARS’..thru MARCH 29…. 7 PM AT The Armory, 600 White St.  Starring the ultra talented Claire Caplan and Ben Pegg…., directed by Lauren Thomson… Get tix at www.keystix.com.  Tix now on sale….. Go to www.keystix.com or call 305-295-7676.  Website is www.fringetheater.org.  We had the great pleasure of seeing this gem of a musical on opening night, and we just loved it.  Claire and Ben knocked it out of the park giving poignant and moving performances… they were in excellent voice and were a believable couple, making the story all the more heartbreaking.   This show explores a 5 year relationship between Jamie, a rising novelist, and Cathy, a struggling actor. The full house audience loved it and rewarded it with a well-deserved standing ovation! The most incredible thing is that all involved really were novices in their roles.  We knew Claire and Ben could sing, but their acting experiences have been minimal.  And this was Lauren first true directing experience.  All this makes The Last Five Years even more remarkable and exciting!

TENNESSEE WILLIAMS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION ON MARCH 26… At Tennessee Williams Museum at 513 Eaton St… 5 to 7 pm…. Free Cake and beverage… also Awards will be presented for Short Stories and Paintings.  A Gala night planned!

WONDERFUL OLD TOWN HOUSE FOR RENT….Available  January, March April, August and October….This home on Grinnell St.  is listed with a Realty  but if interested you can also TEXT ONLY,  Scott at 305-394-7060 for more details and info.  This is NOT for short term rentals.  

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27,  2024

HAPPY MARCH 27 BIRTHDAY TO ….RAY BAKER….ROGER NELSON…. CARINA BORDERS….MARTHA HOOTEN HATTINGH…DEBRA GOLDMAN…. STEPHANIE SANDER…. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO …. EMILY MALTZ & JEAN MICHEL ARTIGAUD
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“MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS”… AT THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE .. MARCH 26 THRU APRIL 6..This  highly anticipated mystery drama……IS A DO NOT MISS!!!!!   Runs through April 6th….and stars…..a superb  Cast…. DAVID BLACK…JESSICA MIANO KRUEL…..DOMINIC PAOLLILO …GLENDA DONOVAN …KARL STAHL…. MORGAN FRAGA PIERSON…. CASSIDY TIMMS ….MATHIAS MALOFF…. BARBARA MUNDY…and ….RAY WEST… Fab dorection by Tom Thayer and brilliant set design by Michael Boyer.  Tix being sold at www.keystix.com or …. www.waterfrontplayhouse.org…or by calling the box office at  305-294-5015. (Read more below.)

AT THE GARDENS HOTEL.. WEDNESDAYS…MARCH 27…The Kenny Albert Duo.  5-7 pm….

EXPOSING NATURE IN THE FLA KEYS….MARCH 27…. 6:30 pm, with park ranger, Kristie Killam for an eve of inspiring stories, photos & videos of creatures, foliage and landscapes in the Florida Keys.   Held at the Nature Center at 30587 Overseas Hwy., Big Pine Key, FL.  

“THE THANKSGIVING PLAY” AT RED BARN…THRU MARCH 30…. Get tix now for this hilarious, thoughtful and clever play… 8 pm… Stars Elena Devers, Arthur Crocker, Jeremy Zoma, and Nina Pilar…directed by Mimi McDonald…. Get tix at www.redbarntheatre.com or call 305-296-9911.  Show is from Tuesday thru Saturday till March 30.   

HEMINGWAY IN A FUNNY WAY…MARCH 27, APRIL 3, 10, 17….Comic, James Scott Patterson presents a Comedy Show which is a tribute to the funny side of the life and works of Ernest Hemingway!  This unique and innovative show ranges from the tragic-comic, to the witty, wild and difficult to believe!  Showtime is 5:30-6:30 pm and ticket includes a c0mplimentary glass of Ernest’s fave white or red wine.   Get tix at www.comedykeywest.com.  The Key West Comedy Club is located at 218 Whitehead St.


LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB….WEDNESDAY…MARCH 27…..Karen Heins is at the piano from 5 to 7 pm……8 to 11 pm …. Jazz at its best, with vocalist Camille Toler, Skipper, Larry Smith and Tim Mayer…. 821 Duval…. the place to be and to be seen!!!

SCHOONER WHARF…..MARCH 27…..Tony Baltimore from noon to 5 pm Raven Cooper …..  from 6:30 to 11 pm.   

AT TAVERN N TOWN…MARCH  27….. to 9 PM……. Michael Thomas …. entertains. Welcome back home to KW , Michael!!! 

ALGORHYTHYM AT KW THEATER,,,, March 27…. 8 PM….512 Eaton St.


****DAVE BOOTLE AT MANGOES….WEDNESDAY THRU SATURDAY EVERY SINGLE WEEK…… Enjoy this marvelous entertainer… one of Key West’s TRUE  GEMS….. and dance the night away… You are SURE to have the best time ever!  9 pm-till Midnight.  DON’T MISS!!!!!!…..Always a party with the amazing Dave the Great Bootle!!  We stopped in the other night and it was pure fabulousness!!!!!  So much fun.  

THE KEY WEST LIBRARY….EVERY WEDNESDAY… Hosts a free movie each Wed. at 2 pm.  700 Fleming St.  

WINE & WATERCOLOR WEDNESDAYS…. at The Perry Hotel…..Create your own painting with local artist Tracey Delellis… during the 5-7 pm Happy Hour….Your first drink is included with the class!  Located at 7001 Shrimp Rd., Stock Island!


LIBBY YORK AT HUGH’S VIEW ON WEDNESDAY  APRIL 3…..Get tix early as Libby SELLS OUT!!!!! Get tix at www.tskw.org.  Located in the Rooftop Garden at 533 Eaton St. 

TENNESSEE WILLIAMS THEATRE…MARCH 20 ONLY…..Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock N’ Roll Part 4!!!  This is always a rollicking great time….. Neil brings in TOP Singers…. many Broadway performers and they are always fabulous!  Get tix at www.keystix.com.  Tix are $45 to $145.  Note that this is a Producer’s Circle Presentation.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 2024

HAPPY MARCH 28 BIRTHDAY TO……EVAN HASKELL…. JEFFREY WOESSNER… DANIEL WOLPAW… PAM MACKENZIE….PAMELA LOPEZ…. PAMELA BERNAT…. VINCENT VAUGHN…. (Please remember Kathy Melendy.)
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“MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS” TUES. THRU SAT.  TILL APRIL 6……. 8pm at The Waterfront Playhouse!  This hugely wonderful play stars the fabulous DAVID BLACK  as Hercule Poirot… also, Dominic Paolillo, Glenda Donovan, Jessica Miano Kruel, Barbara Mundy, Morgan Fraga Pierson, Mathias Maloff, Cassidy Timms, Karl Stahl, and Ray West…ALL WONDERFUL!  A full house on Opening Night gave this marvelous play a well-deserved standing Ovation!  Congratulations to Tom Thayer, Michael Boyer and this superb cast on another great presentation at The Waterfront Playhouse.   (Overview of play)…A lavish trip thru Europe quickly unfolds into a race against time to solve a murder aboard the train.  When an avalanche stops the Orient Express dead in its tracks, the world’s greatest detective, Poirot… arrives to interrogate all passengers and search for clues before the killer can strike again!  Directed  by Tom Thayer with set design by Michael Boyer… this production will have  you on the edge of your seats as you try to join Poirot in discovering ‘whodunit’!  Get tix NOW at www.keystix.com or call the box office at 305-294-5015 or go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org

CHANNING LYNN … MARCH 28…. and most every Thursday…Channing and her Jazz Society Duo perform from 4 to 7 pm…..at HEMINGWAY SOCIAL CLUB  & Run Distillery at 201 Simonton St.  

THE MEN OF TENNESSEE WILLIAMS…STAGED READING OF 2 TENNESSEE WILLIAMS ONE-ACT PLAYS….MARCH 28… The A &H Society and the Fringe invite you to attend this event at The Little Room Jazz club at 821 Duval St. 5:30- 7 pm. Theme is THE MEN OF TENNESSEE WILLIAMS …. Plays will be THE PARADE and THE BIG GAME.  Actors include Wayne Dapser, Jim Argoudelis, Merle Dimbath, Jim Speake, Wayne Larue Smith, Nancy 3 Hoffman, Samantha Laskey, Zach Franchini, Thom Masat and Alana Thurston.  Get tix atwww.kwahs.org/tw-men .  $50 for members and $60 for non.  For more info call 305-295-6616 x:507.  Food and drink can be bought at Little Room and is available during the performance. 

‘THE THANKSGIVING PLAY’ AT RED BARN THEATRE…THRU…. MARCH 30…. Get tix now at www.redbarnthteatre.com or call 305-296-9911.

SCHOONER WHARF…MARCH  28…..noon to 5 pm, Andy Wescott ….6:30-11 pm,, Nick Brownell.

FARMER’S MARKET… THURSDAYS……2 to 7 pm every Thursday….. … Produce, beverages, music, seafood, apparel, cheeses, gifts, art, books, etc…. fun…. At Truman Waterfront.   


LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB….THURSDAY, MARCH 28… Entertainment from 5-7 with the Kenny albert Duo….Music at its best. !!!  8-11 pm it’s The CRZB’S… with Skipper, Chris Burchard, Tim Mayer & Geoff Lowe.

AT THE GARDENS HOTEL EVERY THURSDAY….MARCH  28…..Mike Dennis ….  From 5 to 7 pm,…

*AT TAVERN N TOWN..MARCH  28… the multi-talented, Carmen Rodriguez performs with James King from 5-8 PM.

AL ROMANO PERFORMS EVERY THURSDAY….AT The Celtic Conch Public House, 528 Front St….He truly is our Key West Frank Sinatra!!!!!  5 to 7 pm…… good food….Happy Hour from 5-7 pm.   (Note that Al was one of our GREAT Waterfront Playhouse’s Aqua Idol!)  The Island Boys are usually on hand to sing  with Al!!!!


AT THE STUDIOS, MARCH 28…. Vocalist, composer, and storyteller, Derek Lassiter performs in the Pear Salon 8 pm….Get tix at www.tskw.org.  533 Eaton St.  

KARI WOLF AT IRISH KEVIN’S, MARCH 28 & 29…. 10:30 PM…..

****BEN HARRISON SHOW AT KEY WEST THEATER…. MARCH 28 AND APRIL 19…. This wonderful legend-in-his-own-time singer/songwriter/entertainer,  will perform his show of original songs at 7 pm in the Back Listening Room at The Key West Theater at 512 Eaton St.    Ben has been  performing his songs to sold out audiences all season.  He truly captures the essence of old Key West that he knows so very well.  He is a master story-teller and folk singer extraordinaire.  Get tix at www.thekeywesttheater.com. 533 Eaton St. 

SAVE THE DATE…APRIL 4…. Project Workshop on the Duval Street Revitalization & Resiliency….at the Gato Bldg., 1100 Simonton St.  Schedule is:  9am to 12 pm ….Businesses & Property Owners along Duval St….. 3-6 pm…General Public…. 6-6:30 PM… Closing Remarks.  For more details go to https://duval4all.com/apr-4-workshop.  


BEREAVEMENT MEETINGS EVERY THURS…….If you are working through the grief process of losing someone dear, there is help for you.  Join this caring Support Group at 7:15 pm at the Klaus-Murphy Center at the Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea.  You are not alone….  God bless Velma Christian for her special ministry,_**

ARTS COUNCIL PRESENTS….’PAINT THE MUSIC & DANCE THE PAINT’…..Cuban Art Exhibit… at the historic Gato Bldg. 1100 Simonton St.5-7 pm….This artwork represents more than 25 Cuban artists, with 60 original works….all different and wonderful styles…Show continues thru May 1. Free parking available at the Gato Bldg.  

SOLO ART EXHIBIT BY DAVE DUNN……Sculpture, Dave Dunn, talented son of Amy Bondurant and David Dunn, has his wonderful and whimsical metal sculptures, on display at The Studios at 533 Eaton St., in the Zabar Gallery on the second floor…..The theme is ‘GONE FISHIN”.  This exhibit   will run thru March 28.  Dave’s show has been very successful .  His large ‘King Crab’ sculpture was selected for a juried national exhibition, “Nature Homage’ in Norfolk, VA.  Next year he’ll have a 6 month show as ‘2025 Featured Southern Artist’ at the larges museum in Northwest, TN, Discovery Park of America.   We are so proud of Dave’s success in the Art World! 

THANKFUL ON THURSDAY….I am grateful for many things and mostly for so many people who have touched my life in unique and special ways of late…. Thanks to. …FR. JOHN BAKER…..Lauren Thompson….Claire Caplan….  .Jennifer Stevens. …Tae Spears …..Stuart & Susan Kaufman….Mary Borrell & Gene Knudson…..Wayne Larue Smith ….Elena Devers…Larry Eynon…..Shelli Chase….. Elise Irwin …. Jan Diamondstone …. Colette Alaya…..Kristin Lo Gerfo and Peter Glicklich …Denis Hyland…. .Lucy Komisar ….Dave Bootle ….MIKE & JON BARRETT   …. Jim Salini ……Dennis Beaver & Bert Whitt…..Tim Mayer….. Peter Diamond…..  Amy Bondurant &  David Dunn ..Danny at Azur….Ellen Batty…. Colette Alea-Barroso & Bobby from Carmel …..Billy Cartledge and Jim Hall  …Helen & Ben Harrsion …..Sebby Vishton…. Tom Thayer…. Jennifer Stevens …. Kevin Melloncamp …. Jackie Vishton….. Johnny & Maribell Maschal ……Nancy Seidel ….Kevin & Donna Gallagher…. Jana Krejcirova ……. Maria Renna Sharpe …….The Island Boys & Miss Betty…..Jerry Galeana ….the Cast & Crew of Murder On the Orient Express…Ralph De Palma …Donna Stabile …. son, Rob Frechette ….Karen Lane….Rob O’Neal  ..Phyllis May ….Robert and Elena Spottswood …Jerry Downs …..Richard Hatch ……Marky Pierson …Cliff Gregoire  ….Sue Edlund  …… Peter Arnow ….Louis Petrone …..Marky Pierson ….Nancy Seidel……Al Romano   …. Bill Melchior….Rusty Hodgdon……Fred Greenberg and June Hudson …..Jillian Todd …Melissa Jean McDaniels & Neal Ruchman ….. Michael Pelkey …Sebby Vishton …..Ed and Amy Stevens & Brady….Jeffrey Grosky ….Rebecca Tomlinson  …..Julie Jeffers…Matthew Rawls ….Carolyn Cooper …daughter, Melissa Lang …Mike Benner   …… Trey Forsyth …..Christopher Peterson .. ..Kari Wolf ……Joe Dallas …..Skipper Kripitz….. the Choir at St. Mary Star of the Sea …..Suzanne Moore…John Smyth ….Bobby Nesbitt & Mike Mulligan…..Kate Regan & Ken Silverman ….Ben Pegg….All those praying for those in need …Emily Maltz ……Liz & Gary Young…. Emily Young ….Craig and Gail Hollenback  …….. Nand Pandy ……Michael Boyer…and MOST of all my dearest husband BOB!!!!
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FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 2024….

HAPPY MARCH 29 BIRTHDAY TO….JENNIFER STEVENS…. BRENDA CALLAHAN … MARC CROW…. JOHN WILSON …..PATTI ROBERTS…. RUSSELL MARTIN … LAUREL DENNY…. KATHY STEVENS….(Please remember…. Stella Winiarski… and John Wickes.)

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THE GARDENS HOTEL EVERY FRIDAY…MARCH 22, 29….John Hobbins entertains .In the Atrium…. From 5 to 7 pm, …  526 Angela S (Till April).

THE FAB SPECTRELLES AT TWO FRIENDS ON FRONT ST. ON FRIDAYS… 4:40-7 PM! … Allison Mayer is back a new spot…..at Two Friends Patio…. I understand that one of the new Spectrelles is her darling granddaughter!  Now isn’t that special???? 

KEY WEST ART & HISTORICAL SOCIETY…New Exhibit, ‘FLORA & FAUNA: EARLY NATURALISTS IN FLORIDA”. at Custom House Museum at 281 Front St.  Exhibit will be on display until Sept. 13.    


BRIA ANSARA AT AQUAPLEX….MARCH 29 …This gifted singer performs from 3 to 5:30 pm….504 Angela St. 

JERRY DOWNS PERFORMS ON MARCH 29…The superb and lovable Jerry, a former Aqua Idol Winner…..will entertain At 5-7 pm at STOCK ROCK CAFE, 5001 Fifth Ave., Stock Island.  every Friday, on the water….. Open to the public and good food too!   Note that Jerry D often has the great Island Boys join him onstage along with the always marvelous Miss Betty!!!!   


AT TAVERN N TOWN  …FRIDAY. MARCH 29….Larry Smith entertains in the Lounge! 

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB…..FRIDAY….MARCH 29….5 to 7 PM…….It’s John Allicock performing….  821 Duval St….At 8-11pm…  It’s the super cool Ericson Holt and Friends…..Smooth jazz at this top spot.  

SCHOONER WHARF, MARCH 29, noon to 5…..Tony Baltimore … 6:30-11 pm,  The Hemptones Band……

CHANNING LYNN ON MARCH 29…..Rum & Coke Latin Trio from 6 to 9 pm… 201 Simonton St.

FIRST KEY WEST WOODCARVING SOCIETY EXHIBIT, MARCH 29… At Williams Hall, 729 Fleming St.  6 pm-8 pm.   FREE TO ATTEND… Our wonderful Local artisan Woodcarvers who will be exhibiting are…. Andy Thurber, Jeffrey Ware, Jorge Marrero, Michael Marrero, Danny Soldano, Garth Holtkamp, Wayne Garcia, Pattie Kemp, Mario Suarez, Isaac Valdez, Catherine Solmo and more

SOUTH FLA SYMPHONY ON MARCH 29…. At Tennessee Williams Theatre…Bernstein, Stravinsky, Ravel & Zwilich! show is at 7:30 pm….  Get tix at www.keystix.com.  

FIRST LOOK STAGED READING AT THE STUDIOS, APRIL 5,6,7….”The Papers, A Musical” will be presented at 8 pm at 533 Eaton St. This show explores obsession, manipulation, and artistic legacy…cutting edge drama… The cast includes, Zach Franchini, Lauren Thompson, Belle Jampol, Debra Barsha and John Swann. Tix being sold now at www.tskw.org.  For more info contact Elena Devers at elena@tskw.org.    

BENEFIT AT LILY PULITZER…. APRIL 26….This shop at 600 Front St., will donate 10% of all sales to A POSITIVE STEP OF MONROE COUNTY to help fund the Idle Hands Summer Youth Employment Program  For more info about this program go to www.apsmc.org.  Or contact Billy Davis at apsmccrp@aol.com.   

‘BUY SEATS’ AT THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE!  …A really special gift idea to honor someone very special in your life….. is to Buy a Seat at the Waterfront Playhouse.  Just call the Box Office and ask for Patrick New and he will give you the details.  This is a great way to celebrate  and memorialize  a special friend, or relative…or yourself!….A ‘plate’ with the name of the person you are honoring, will be placed on the armrest of a seat of your choice.  (Note we are happy to have our ‘plates’ on Seats B 2 and 4.)  Call Patrick at 305-294-5015.


CHRISTOPHER PETERSON AT AQUA NIGHTCLUB!!! ..This new addition to Nightlife in Key West is a DO NOT MISS!!!!!   The shows we have attended have been  Super Sensational!  Christopher is having the time of his life putting together amazing shows at his new BIRDCAGE CABARET!!!  Extravagant Production numbers with Aquanette Showgirls…..Elaborate and posh costumes that are simply  AWESOME!!!!!….  Special guest vocalists bring down the house….but…   Of course Christopher Peterson is the Shining Star… working the stage, the audience, the room with his every word and move!   This is one classy spot… Gilded mirrors, velvet canopies…. sublime lighting…. terrific sound system ….All adds to a marvelous and memorable “Out on the Town!”   For tickets….Google Aqua Plex website and then hit Reservations and then click on BIRDCAGE CABARET…then choose your dates.  Congratulations to Christopher Peterson for producing, directing, writing, designing, and starring in THIS TRULY  wonderful new Show of Shows!!!!!  And thanks galore to Mike and Jon Barrett for everything they are doing  to make this happen!  It is just the perfect  Key West Show!
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SATURDAY, MARCH 30,  2024
HAPPY MARCH 30 BIRTHDAY TO…CAROL BURNHAM…DANNY CARTER…. BOB BOLEN ….
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LITTLE ROOM ON SATURDAYS…MARCH 30…… 5:00-7  pm.. It is vocalist Peter Diamond and Bob Wasson…..From 8 to 11 pm, it’s vocalist, Claire Caplan and Friends.  Great Jazz GUARANTEED!!!!  821 Duval St. 

AT TAVERN N TOWN…SAT, MARCH 30…Talented Larry Smith entertains from 5-9 pm.

AT THE REACH…MOST EVERY SATURDAY….. The ultra talented, Belle Jampol  entertains at The Reach Hotel, Four Marlins, on Simonton St., from 10 am -2 pm. (Was she hilarious in Singing in the Rain of what?)


THE GARDENS HOTEL…EVERY SATURDAY ….MARCH 30…From 5 to 7 pm, Bobby Green entertains in the Atrium at The Gardens.  Always FREE to attend. 526 Angela St.

SCHOONER WHARF, MARCH 30….noon to 5,, Nick Brownell… 6:30-11:30 pm, The Hemptones Band…….   


ADULT EASTER EGG HUNT… MARCH 30…. 12 to 3 pm at Aqua Plex  Check in at 22 & CO. at Noon.  Hunt starts at 1 pm…. WIN FUN PRIZES……must be over 21!!!!! 

BLACK TIE EVENT ON APRIL 6….Steve Brenner & Darla Snyder present ‘An Evening of Tropical Elegance’ to benefit the Wesley House Family Services….at Beachside Resort at 3841 N. Roosevelt Blvd….Cocktails at 6 pm…3- course Dinner & Dancing at 7 pm-10:30 pm.   Renowned DJ CARDI …. Live & Silent Auctions… Tix on sale now.  Go to www.wesleyhouse.org… See Black Tie Event and go from there top purchase your tickets.  Limited number of tickets being sold.


ALL WRITERS, OR ASPIRING WRITERS TAKE HEED… SATURDAYS……..Maybe this is the year you will write your memoir…poetry…short story….essay…..or maybe even the great American Novel !!!!!   You are invited to join the Writer’s Guild.  Meetings are the second and last Saturday of the month.. on Meetings are in the rec room at Key West By the Sea at 2601 S. Roosevelt Blvd. from 10 am to 1 pm.  Enter by gate to the left of the flagpoles.  You will benefit from constructive criticism, help in publishing and social mingling with like-minded people of all ages.  For more info contact Joanna at 305-570-8239. 
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EASTER SUNDAY,  MARCH 31  2024 ….

‘HOPPY EASTER AND SPRING TO ALL READING THIS RIGHT NOW!!!!!


HAPPY MARCH 31 BIRTHDAY TO…YOLAN FINDLAY…. PEGGY MALLOY MONTGOMERY …. JEFF EGLESTON…MICHAEL MCMAHON ….(Please remember Donna Stanton… and Barbara Please Hoffman)…HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO …MARY BORRELL & EUGENE KNUDSON.
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PARADISE BIG BAND MARCH 24, AT 8 PM… At Tennessee Williams Theatre on Stock Island!   This is truly one of thee most wonderful events that we rarely miss.  Conducted by the multi talented JOE DALLAS… a marvelous group of local musicians of all ages perform songs from the Great Big Band Era and more.  Always featured are guest vocalists, and this day they are…. DENIS HYLAND….CLAIRE CAPLAN… AND PETER DIAMOND….Hear their great tunes plus band members with names like, Skipper Kripitz, Les Dudley, Larry Smith, the list goes on and on.  Get tix at www.keystix.com.  

SUPERSTAR,  BRIA ANSARA ENTERTAINS EVERY SUNDAY AT FOUR MARLINS AT THE REACH …. FROM 10 AM TO 2 PM!!!! 

KARI WOLF AT WILLIE T’S…. MARCH 31…2:30-5:30 PM.


***TRUNK MATERIAL AND 2024-25 WATERFRONT PALYHOUSE REVEAL ON MARCH 31…. 8:00 PM….Get tix NOW for this Eve of fabulous Musical Entertainment featuring super terrific talent, singing their fave showtunes.  Also, the NEW executive artistic director for the Waterfront Playhouse, PATRICK NEW will be announcing the very exciting 2023-2o24 Waterfront Season!  What a great way to celebrate Easter in Key West!  Right now, some of the vocalists scheduled to perform are DAVE BOOTLE, LIBBY YORK, JILLIAN TODD, JESSICA MIANO KRUEL, LAUREN THOMPSON, RAY WEST, JOHN SWANN, DOMINIC PAOLLILO, JOHN McDONALD,  BARBARA MUNDY, MARIAH WOESSNER….AND … The 2024 Waterfront Playhouse Aqua Idol, JOE TRIPP!!!!!  It promises to be  most memorable evening!!!!!  Tix can be purchased at www.keystix.com… or go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org…or call 305-294-5015.   

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, MARCH 31…. 5-7 pm, it’s the delightful Nancy 3 Hoffman…. From 8-11 pm, It’s Tim Mayer and Skipper, Dave Arndt, Joe Dallas and Phil Sampson… 821 Duval St.


MANGOES AT 8-11 PM..MARCH 31……Kari and Jack Wolf perform!!! 

**JAZZ IN THE GARDENS… ON MARCH 31..AT  5-7 PM. 526 Angela St..Vocalist, LIBBY YORK  & FRIENDS…(also Libby will be there on April 14.)

KEY WEST ARTISAN MARKET NOW OPEN EVERY SUNDAY THROUGH APRIL…. 10 am to 2 pm….There are special themes for every week.    FREE to attend and FREE parking.  Please bring your own bags.  Visit Facebook for more info.  Held across the street at Clarence Higgs Memorial Beach …. Drinks,  music, vendors galore, jewelry, hand-crafted items….orchids, cheeses, food of all kinds, pickles from the Pickle Barons, authors…and lots of fun and good deals….. 


AT TAVERN N TOWN .. MARCH  31….Mr. Cool,  Rob DiStasi entertains, from 5 to 9 pm…..

SCHOONER WHARF, MARCH 31…noon to 5…Milo .. 6:30-11 pm…..Jerod Iseman.   

MANGOES DRUNKEN DRAG BRUNCH.. SUNDAYS. NEXT ONE IS MARCH 31….. Talented Jimmy Harcup is the super duper HOST!!!!  Doors open at 11…showtime is promptly at 12:30 pm…. Reservations needed at http://www.eventbrite.com.  Tix are presently $50 but the popularity of this event will make the prices go higher I am sure!   This amount includes bottomless Mimosas!  A fun way to spend a Sunday afternoon in Key West!!!  The remainder of the Brunch Dates this season are: ….April 21….May 12…June 9…. July 7….Oct. 20….Nov. 17….Dec. 15.  Take your houseguests to this very fun and unique Brunch!

UPDATE ON EVENT FOR TONY KONRATH…  As you know, our dear Tony passed away on Feb. 29 after a long illness.  Many know that Tony was a wonderful creator of jewelry and when Bryan  went through Tony’s Jewelry Studio he discovered more than 200 completed necklaces.  A decision has been made to have a wonderful Jewelry Celebration Party where the necklaces will be sold and the money raised will help to benefit The Waterfront Playhouse, The Fringe, The Red Barn and the Tennessee Williams Theaters.  This is just in the planning stage but a very special Memorial for Tony, which will benefit the Theaters he loved and acted in, will play a big part in formulating this evening.  More information to come.


***A SPECIAL GIG TO SPREAD JOY AT POINCIANA GARDENS…..On the Third floor of the Gardens, are Residents who are not very mobile. If you are interested in performing for approximately 45 minute to an hour during the 4 to 6 pm time slot, please contact Sandy Higgs at 305-797-6992 and please leave a message if she does not answer with your contact info.  Her email is higgswest@aol.com.  You can also contact Ed Swift’s office at 305-294-4142 and leave a message with Hope, Ed’s assistant. This is a paying job.  Note that the divine BOBBY NESBITT volunteers his time and talent EVERY Thursday at 5 pm… and raves about how much fun it is and that it’s his favorite thing to do in town!!!!  Maybe you can help out once a week …maybe once per month….they are flexible… Let them know and also if you need access to a piano or not… or if you bring your own instrument, etc.  Thank you…Spread the love and the joy!  

CHECK OUT THE WEBSITES OF THE VARIOUS CLUBS IN TOWN TO FIND OUT THEIR MUSIC SCHEDULES….. JUST GOOGLE OR CHECK OUT THE SCHEDULES PROVIDED BY THE KEYS CITIZEN AND OTHER PUBLICATIONS. 

PLEASE SEND ME ANYTHING YOU NEED TO BE PROMOTED….. AND … I will do my BEST to include in future blogs!  Need it by next Sunday afternoon!!!!
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 LOVE TO YOU..AND REMEMBER….It id hard to believe that we once had a phone attached to a wall… and when it rang, we would pick it up without knowing who was calling!

Lynda 

PS  I recommend double checking some of the venues to make sure the person you want to see is actually there the night you intend to go.  Schedules often are subject to change.

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AND HERE’S MORE INFORMATION…IN “THE ADDENDUM”!!!!…..   

PAUL CLIFT….I must mention something about Paul who was a very special young man…though very troubled.  I have known him for many years as a delightful server at Aqua nightclub.  He has had ups and downs in his life and he has shared his troubles with me through the years. In turn,  I tried to give him encouragement and support, telling him his life is worthwhile and being proud of him when he had success.   Sadly, things went very badly for Paul and as you may have read in the papers of late, he was convicted to 6 years in prison for drug dealing.  And then… he tried to hang himself in his prison cell and was airlifted to Miami where it was announced that he did not recover from the suicide attempt.  He died on March 21.  No doubt he was despondent and felt he had no hope and that is makes me very very sad.  I pray that Paul is at peace and I hope he knew that many did care about him.  


THE PRAYER CHAIN……… Please include prayers for…..Fr. John Baker……Bryan Green & the friends of Tony Konrath……..Patricia Sell…..Larry Eynon…. Johnny and Maribell Maschal….the repose of the soul of Paul Clift…. Pat West….Dena Badgerow  ….. Velma Christian . ….Donna Barnett …..Larry Eynon…. …..Claude Reams….Kathy Lash…….. Michael Pelkey… Rick Worth…….Fred and Judi Stevens ……Shirley Irby ……..Marilyn Kellner…… Julie Hanson ….Rosi Ware … Noreen Collins ….Lonnie Hensley … Len & Helen Stevens …Shanna Frechette ….Jack Flood….Tanya Leto …..Julia Davis…. Johnny Pollizi ……Bill Schmock ………Carey Moore ….Jo Gerenger ….. Helen Barkut ….Maryann Barth …Bella Rettenwander….. Cheryl Walchli …..Terri White ….…Mark Huyett …..John Padget  …Marta White …. Anne McKee …Dee Dee and Richard Duecker ….. Jennifer O’Lear . Paul Politte ……J. S. Traut …. Chuck Selph. ……..Anne Marie Adreani..The Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton…. . …for all those we have lost during this year and their surviving friends and families …..All those dealing with Illness, loss, addiction, and despair … Remember, there are many reasons that we pray…not just because people are ill…. I believe that when we 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… especially when prayers are answered.  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 of anyone who should be added to this list. (Also… whenever I lose something I pray hard to St. Anthony and I usually find what I lost!!!!  Amen and Hallelujah!!!!)

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… and being mentioned in my weekly Blog!

DAILY HAPPY HOUR AT AZUR RESTAURANT … 5-6 PM….. with $10 Cocktail Menu!!!  Come one and all!!  (We love Drew DAILY Mike Azur and all the wait staff….  Their Breakfasts are Legend!!!!  425 Grinnell St. on corner of Fleming! 

BIG THANKS TO CONTRIBUTORS FOR 2024 AQUA IDOL… I thank the following with all my heart for their generous donations to the WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE 2024 AQUA IDOL….  I LOVE YOU ALL!!   Thanks to…. Kate Miano (The Gardens) for her multiple donations….. Robert Spottswood (Beachside Hotel and Curry Mansion) … Maria Wevers (Grand Cafe)..Joe Alan Carr & Claude Reams (The Assortment…..Paul Murphy …Dusti Rusher (Marquesa Hotel)…. Lucy Carlton…. Erin McKenna…. Rob O’Neal… Neil Chamberlain (Graffitti)…Joe Madaus (comedy club)… Charlie Waite (Sturtz)… Damian DeAngelis ( First Flight, Bagatelle, 9-1-5)…Hands On (Diane Shelby  Coco Vivien)… Bill Melchior…Jerry Downs…. Al Romano….. General Horseplay… …..Tennessee Williams Museum (Dennis Beaver & Bert Whitt)… Richard Hatch (Salute & Blue Heaven)…Bobby Nesbitt… Danger Charters (Kate Miano)…Marilyn Kellner (Cookie Lady)…Dave Bootle… Mark Huyett…….Shirrel Rhoades… Jana Krejcirova  (Abbondanza & Duffy’s)…Roderick Gill  (Boathouse) ….Drew Wenzel (Azur).. Karen Beuprie….Maria Sharpe (The Roost)…Ed Swift (VIP Passes)…. Beth at Love in Bloom Flowers…. Michael Pelkey …In One Era (Leda Andrews)…Kenny Weschler at In Touch…. Penny Leto at Coffee Mill….Kw Art & Historical Society….Schooner Wharf…. John & Judy Correa at Cafe Sole…. Christine Gorham… Alfredo & Gaston at VIVA…. Waterfront Playhouse….. 801 Bourbon (Jim Gilleran)… Sherri Lohr…David & Heather Mae Sloan…..Sok Ji at Outback…. Joanna Brady Schmida…. Rusty Hodgdon … Ralph DePalma… Howard Livingston…. Harpoon Harry’s…. Goldman’s Deli…Bob Frechette… Bounce Margil & Oo-la-la Grant…The Studios of Key West…. Fringe Theater… Salty Frog…. Kate Regan for MANY wonderful donations….Kirby’s Closet (Kate Miano)…Little White House Subs (Kate Miano)….Mangoes (Danielle Martin)…Susan Guadagno…..KW Yoga Sanctuary, IV’s In The Keys, KW Island Books, 6 Bottles of Wine, (all donated by Donna Stabile)…Mandy Miles (books and Interview)….Royal Furniture….ALSO… I WANT TO THANK THE FOLLOWING FOR VARIOUS GENEROUS CASH DONATIONS TOWARD THE AQUA IDOL PRIZE PACKAGE  (which totaled app: $12,410.)…Thanks to ….. KATE REGAN & KEN SILVERMAN…. JERRY GALEANA…. MIKE BARRETT AT AQUA PLEX….NEAL RUCHMAN…..JOE TRIPPI … FRED GREENBERG & JUNE HUDSON … TIM MALONEY… HERB MILLER …STUART & SUSAN KAUFMAN….KATE MIANO….TAMMY & JEFF SMITH … AMY BONDURANT & DAVID DUNN… JUDY & STANLEY ZABAR… KEVIN MELONCAMP & SCOTT MASON….KRIS PABIAN … RITA LINDER & PERRY ARNOLD…. TOM & DENISE RYBICKI….  AS I SAID BEFORE….. I LOVE YOU ALL!!!!!!


STATE OF THE ART SOUND SYSTEM AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE…. Big thanks to KATE REGAN & KEN SILVERMAN for gifting the Playhouse with the BEST sound system in town…. and Big Thanks to MATHEW RAWLS FOR DOING THE INSTALLATION!!!!! 

RALPH DEPALMA’S VOLUME III OF THE SOUL OF KEY WEST…. is now available….120 page book exploring the great Music Scene in Key West…stories of 45 musicians and 193 photo including tributes to Michael McCloud, Shel Silverstein, Ellen Welters Sanchez, and a Centerfold view of Jimmy Buffett & the coral Reefers at the Coffee Butler amphitheater.  For more or to purchase a copy info contact Ralph De Palma at rwdepalmal@gmail.com or call 305-394-7001.  


DID YOU KNOW…. that Advanced Urgent Care will be the First Urgent Care to offer MRI in the Marathon 13365 location…charge is $575 without contrast and $675 with contrast…no additional Radiology fees….(compare to $3,000 charge at Monroe County hospitals.  They are the only MRI site doing Breast MRI’s in Monroe County.  You must have an order from a Healthcare provider who MUST get the preauthorization.  For more info go to www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com or call 305-294-0011.    

NEW BOOK BY LUANN GROSSCUP….. Get this psychological thriller, TANGO WITH THE DEVIL, online at Amazon.com.  Highly recommended!


KW GARDEN SOCIETY IS SEEKING BOARD MEMBERS….The KW Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden is recruiting 5 seats for its Board of Directors.  Applications are now open for consideration wit a three year term starting Jan. 2024.  All are asked to share your expertise or experience.  Send letter of interest to Key West Botanical Garden, 5210 College Rd., Key West, FL 33040 or email hr@keywest.garden. Visit the website at www.keywest.garden.

THE VOCAL LAB WITH JESSICA WACHS..(former Aqua Idol finalist)……This is open to all aspiring singers, singers seeking new depth, and teaches confidence building and communication skills.   To find out more email Jess at Rumbleabq@gmail.com.

GREAT GALLERIES IN KEY WEST…. There are nearly 30 fabulous Art Galleries in Key West?  All are unique and wonderful in their own ways…. Some of My Very favorites are ….Coco & Salem….Harrison Gallery …Gallery On Greene…. Gingerbread Square….. Key West Art Center & Gallery…. The Studios….Art @830…. Salt….Stone Soup …JAG…and Seven Artists!!!   Go to their websites to find out about shows, events, and openings at these fine galleries.

*****WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE NEW 2023-24 SEASON…..  This 85th Anniversary Season is another great one!  Hope you have become a Member….. We NEED your support !!!!   The shows coming up are…….MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, March 13-April 6…. TEN BLOCKS ON THE CAMINO REAL, March 17…. TRUNK MATERIAL on March 31 (Also, the new 2024-2025 Season will be announced!!!!) ….LOST IN YONKERS….. Great actors have already been cast!!!  Exciting stuff!!!!  

TENNESSEE WILLIAMS ANNOUNCES 2023-24 SEASON….  On April 19, Executive Managing Artistic Director, Matthew Rawls, presented the exciting new Season at the Theatre….The Encore shows left are…..’Little Women’ (Musical)…. Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock n Roll part 4…and Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo.  In addition, other announced shows are … One Night of Queen…..Paradise Big Band, The South FLA Symphony and  Jillian Todd…..More to Come.  If you are interested in becoming part of the Producer’s Circle please contact Matt at the theatre.

NEED A GOOD DENTIST?… I am here to give my dentist, DR. CARTER WEBER, a plug.  He has a brand spanking new state-of-the-art office that has recently opened at 1710 N. Roosevelt Blvd..  Phone is 305-294-9999.  Excellent (and handsome) Dentist…. top notch equipment…and a wonderful and welcoming staff ….Roni Hall…… Open Tuesday thru Friday from 7:30 AM to 3 PM…. Website is www.southernmostsmiles.com.

BIRTHDAY/LISTS….If you would like to be included in the Birthday and Anniversary Lists that I 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!!! 

MAJ JOHNSON TEACHES WATERCOLOR CLASSES…. once monthly at The Old Stone Church Coffeehouse.  She charges $20. per class and the profits go to charity.  For more info call or text her at 305-587-8455 or email her at maryanne.johnson@westcare.com.  

LONNIE HENSLEY STILL NEEDS YOUR PRAYERS AND SUPPORT…. Lonnie, ….operates the great Classic Car Automotive Shop on Stock Island…..Google Lonnie Hensley gofundme to help. He is now residing at his home on Stock Island.   He told Bob that he is mostly concerned with his poor eyesight right now.  You can send cards and messages to him there or at his Shop at 5324 3rd Ave. Stock Island, FL 33040 and his staff will see that he gets your mail..

SUPPORT SOS………Many Monroe County residents are living below the poverty line.  SOS (Star of the Sea) Kitchens have long been providing food for those in need.   Go to website at www.stmarykeywest.com or call 305-294-2772.

FRIENDS OF THE KW LIBRARY…Go to www.friendsofthekeywestlibrary.org to join or renew your membership.  (Thanks to Roberta, Nancy, Megan and all those who are so dedicated to this wonderful institution!)

THE BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY LISTS…….. Please let me know if you would like me to forward you these lists….. Simply send me a request at kwlynda@bellsouth.net and I will send you this month’s complete Personality Description plus all those I know who are celebrating birthdays and anniversaries during this special time of year!!!  Also, let me know if you want to be added to it .

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FLORIDA KEYS…. Contact Kel Bedard at 305-809-4994 (office) or his cell at 985-791-4447…or email him at kel@cffk.org or the website at www.VolunteerKeys.com.  The FLA Keys Volunteer Center is at 300 Southard St., Suite 201, KW.

THE STUDIOS GATHERINGS AT HUGH’S VIEW…Monday and Tuesday…..The Studios is sponsoring these GLOW eves.    Cash bar available.  For more info go to www.tskw.org.  The GLOW Hours are 6-8 pm on Mondays and Tues.  FREE with advance registration.  533 Eaton St. 

THE TROPIC CINEMA AT 416 EATON ST…. For info on movie schedules  go to http://www.tropiccinema.com.   Phone is 305-434-0974.  Go online to reserve your times.   
TROPIC CINEMA SEEKS VOLUNTEERS….. 
www.tropiccinema.com.  Training is provided.  ‘Payment’ is free movie passes and popcorn for each shift worked.  

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR REEF RELIEF….For info call 305-294-3100. 

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.

BOB FRECHETTE=FABULOUS REALTOR IN TOWN!!!!…..Contact Bob at 305-304-2584!  Email him at rfrechette@bellsouth.net.  Honest, Loyal, Fair, and Adorable too!!!  He will have only have YOUR best interests at heart.   

SHAL SEEKS VOLUNTEERS…Southernmost Homeless Assistance League has begun serving an evening meal each day at the homeless shelter with food from the Soup Kitchen….Volunteers are needed to help.  For info call John Miller at 502-876-5092.

TENNESSEE WILLIAMS EXHIBIT:…. .513 Truman Ave.   This wonderful Museum is under the auspices of the Key West Art & Historical Society with founder, Dennis Beaver as its curator….Visitors and Locals are invited to tour this preserved and showcased collection of historic, archival objects that promote the importance of Williams’s legacy and offers the largest collection of his memorabilia and artifacts available to the public.   Open daily from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm…. Admission: Adults $7. … Children under 6 Free…. KWAHS Members: Free… For more info call 305-204-4527. Big Thanks to Dennis Beaver and Bert Whitt for their great efforts to make this Museum world class!

KW TROPICAL FOREST & BOTANIC GARDEN, NEEDS VOLUNTEERS….To volunteer please call 305-296-1504.  

801 CLUB…….Famous Drag Shows are at 801 Duval St… every night at 9 or 11 pm.  Book Online….. www.801.bar or call 305-923-9296.  The amazing and internationally known Sushi runs the show with amazing Drag Queens with names like Puddin’, Deja, Mulysa, Marilyn, Racquel, Kylie, Ma Evans, etc.

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.  Kudo to John Padget for his years of dedication to this worthy cause.  He is an inspiration!

THE WILLIAM WELCH LEGACY….Though Bill is no longer with us,  his beloved sister, Sherrey Welch, is determined to keep Bill’s art and legacy alive through the new website, at www.williamwelchcollection.com.   Please forward this info to anyone who may be interested in Bill’s Artwork retrieved from Nantucket, Key West and France. 

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!

*** THE ARIES PERSONALITY…MARCH 21 THROUGH APRIL 20 ***

It is hard to ignore the Arian….they have so much personality and vitality, making them the sort of people who like to be noticed!  They hate taking back seat in life and will do anything to prevent it!  They are natural leaders, not followers.  The last thing any Arian wants to do is carry out other people’s orders or be at their beck and call.  They loathe being just one of the crowd, and this attitude doesn’t change as they get older.  They have to be in control of situations and do not like it one bit when it is the other way around.  Life is very black & white for Arians, with no grey area.    They are very idealistic, and always have high expectations that things will turn out well.  They have a burning desire to achieve…have an infectious enthusiasm and an adventurous spirit.  An Arian without a goal is a sad sight, as they are lost without anything to aim for.  They are easy to lose their tempers but it is all over in a flash.  One minute they may be shouting their heads off and the next they have forgotten all about it.  They do have a problem with bluntness…they like to tell it like it is and this sometimes leads to hurt feelings when they go too far and do not realize the impact of their words.  They are outspoken….and if they curb that it would take so much fun out of things!  In love, they dream of fairytale romances…they love the thrill of the chase, often finding it the most exciting part of a relationship….often cooling off when they get what they want.  Their generous spirit and warm personality make them wonderful friends and delightful lovers.  Sex is very important to them and they enjoy a very physical relationship with their partners.  They have the utmost faith and trust in people.  They fall in love easily and invest everything in their lover.  Their hearts are shattered when that partner fails to live up to their expectations.  They have a tendency to put loved ones on a pedestal, thinking they can do no wrong.  All is great while they are on that pedestal but the moment they turn out to be human, the Arian is crushed and let down and in lots of pain.  However, Arians do not learn from their mistakes and often repeat them over and over again!  The best signs for an Aries are Capricorn, Gemini, and Scorpio.  In careers, the Arian cannot be tied down as they are free spirits.  They must have a job with room to breathe.  They hate having a job which requires  them to account for their every action.  They will become bored and frustrated in these situations.  They prefer being self-employed because most Arians have a low opinion of their higher ups.  Their competitive nature makes them natural freelancers…they love coming up with new ideas.  Jobs like engineering, mechanics, the armed services, and sports appeal to Arians.  They are better at dreaming up ideas than in following them.  They cannot live without money…love spending it and are suckers for impulse buys.  They love spending on cars, special bikes, and are attracted to speed and danger.  They are also very generous and spend lots of money on friends and loved ones.  Saving money is not as interesting to an Arian as spending it.  They live for today and not to morrow!!

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

 Please read the lists below and take time to add their names to your datebooks so you can reach out to them on their special days!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO….

3/21…Jerry Downs….Merle Dimbath …..Heidi Golightly …..Marge Sanger…Scott Muir…Luis Vera….Hugh Gallagher …. (Please remember Clifford Nowak and Ted Lacey.)

3/22…Rhett Kalman…Shirley Sullivan…..Rafael Gonzalez…Darold Leto…Christopher Gonzalez…..Judy Kovats

3/23…Kim Gordon…John Sangston ….. Janet Pattillo ….Kevin Barry …..Amy Scalise…Pam Spence…Newt Ruch….(Please remember Jacques Vivien.)

3/24…Mary Borrell ….Chloe Hodgdon….…Susan Powell….. Phyllis May …..Nora Monico….Robin Hansel…….Josh Khalil….Lindsey Hillegas….. Jessy Pojman …..(Please remember Peter Flood and Dennis Wade.)

3/25…Hy Conrad… …..Alice Justavich Kelly ….. Jeanette Partilla …..…. (Remember Rose Frechette and Fran Verral, Doug Stripp … Harry Ruchman… Ted Windt.)

3/26…Jana Krejcirova……Kevin Melloncamp…Emily Maltz…..Judy Pingston…Kenny Chesney…Glenda Rowley …..(Please remember Cameron Murray…. Tennessee Williams. )

3/27…..Ray Baker…..Roger Nelson….Martha Hooten Hattingh …..Carina Borders ….Deborah Goldman…Stephanie Sander….

3/28…Pam Lopez….Evan Haskell…. Pam Bernat….. Pam McKenzie….Jeffrey Woessner…..Daniel Wolpaw….. Vince Vaughn ….(Please remember Kathy Melendy…)

3/29…Brenda Callahan …..Marc Crow…Jennifer Stevens…John Wilson …..Kathy Stevens…Patti Roberts…Laurel Denny…Russell Martin …..(Please remember John Wickes and Stella Winiarski.)

3/30…Carol Burnham…Danny Carter….Bob Bolen…..

3/31…Peggy Malloy Montgomery…..Jeff Egleston….…Yolan Findlay…Michael McMahon..(Please remember Barbara Please Hoffman… and … Donna Stanton.)

4/1…Lee Skillington…Mary Ellen Lapp….Alan Beaubien….Jerry Seeco ….John Smyth….Mary Lou Ferris…Franco Piacibello…David Marshall…Odysseus Juraj Samuel Stranovsky Brown….

4/2…Anne Stevens…..Harry Schroeder….Stephanie Skylar….Terry Jeffers…. (Please remember Beverly Walters )….

4/3….Lee Fettis…..Mabry Binnaker …..Tommy Wilson…Kyle Bennett….Tyler Bennett… …Dee Dee Duecker…April Riedel …..Chris Clifton….(Please remember Morgan Sykes and Stanley Vernovage.)

4/4…Carter Weber…..George Sanders…Jenny Emerson…Billy Piscopo…Brian Taylor…..Suzie Byrd…. Evan Fowls ….(Please take time to remember Kitty Green and Art Gasior!)

4/5…..Lucy Carleton….Gordon Keiser..John Hamilton…Rita Brown Troxel…Bill Melchior…Dora Gholson…Janette Stone…..Peter King…

4/6….George Rutgers…..Sue Forti…(Please take time to remember Larry Harvey and Virginia Molzan.)

4/7….…Christian Monzon…(Please remember Mike Gillis…. Dick Buckheim…Ruth Warmouth…and Bob Brown.)

4/8…Peter Arnow…Claire Caplan …..Jack Eaton….Arlene Machor…. Candice Chase….

4/9…..Jeffrey Harwell…Bill Roberts…Les Dudley…..Barry  Philipson….Bob Scott…Richard Smolik…Pat Creed  Smith

4/10…Donna Barnett…Claude Reams…..Marilyn Maye……Landon Bradbary…Judy Buxton….Janice Gruber… Gregory James ….Renny Stevens…Carol Kiwala…(Please remember Theresa Wise… John Petrone….)

4/11….Rhena Dahlgren… Tim McAlpine ….Tim Mayer …..Bob Pabian ….Michael Popovice….Laurie Jordan Nick…… Matthew Stevens …..Jim Blahnik…West Valentino Internicola.

4/12…J.T.Thompson….Rick Worth…..Dominic Paollilo….Nina Crooks…Kim Schroeder…..Chris Skinner…Matt Zintsmaster…Keidi Ehrgott…(Please remember Sherri Brown.)

4/13…..Annie Miners….Loretta Foreman…Tony Yaniz….Don Bearden…Terry O’Hara ….. Liz Calaway ….

4/14…..Pam Vereb…Iolanda Stashenko….William Trem

4/15…Karen Beauprie…..Judith Daykin ……Wendy Zintsmaster….Gina Maseratti…Lacy Arters…..Gary Helman….(Please remember Kenny Peskett.)

4/16……Valsin Marmillion ….Denise Chelekis ….Brenda Bodner…Marty Siegal …. (Please remember Seward Johnson.)

4/17…..Vincent Zito……Ana Cobo …..Julie Paterson…Richard Vincent…..Claire Melter….Vici Lai….Candace Block…..Phyllis Kaschub …Mike Eppenhart…Les Steele.. Devin Mitchell…..(Please remember Tom Oosterhoudt.)

4/18….Heather- Mae Potter Sloan…Gayle Miller…Dawn Holland …..Chuck Walter …. Amy Sidoroff….(Please remember Chip Allen.)

4/19….Jim Salem….Walter Schmida…..Casey Internicola…..Jackie O’Neil… Jennifer Pace ….(Please remember Michael Lefferts.)

4/20…..Amy Laura Bondurant ….Robert Spottswood…Jane R. Carper……Steve Miller…..Sheri Lohr….Dillon Feldman …..Mia Maschal …. Emma Maschal ……Christy Ryan Mack…Audrey Pollizi…..(Please remember Mark Barauck….Bob Esty…..and Marie Knox.)

HAPPY ARIES ANNIVERSARY TO….

3/21…..Pat & Dave Livesay…….

3/22….Roger & Nancy Nelson……..

3/23… Amy Bondurant & David Dunn

3/24…Amy & Wayne Cleveland 

3/26…..Bonnie Piceu & Paul Dietz

3/27….Emily Maltz & Jean-Michel Atigaud

3/31….Mary Borrell & Eugene Knudsen

4/5….Craig & Patti Roberts….

4/6…..Linda Curtis & Tim Skoh…

4/7…..Dick Norford and Kay Fullen…..Carolyn & Bob Scott

4/10… Please remember Phil & Josephine Ricca.

4/11…..Nancy Moulton & Diana Davis

4/12…..Patti and Carl McMackin…and…… Juan Pisani & Val Marmillion ….

4/13… Helen Walker and Leo Waters…

4/18…Amanda & Daniel Garcia

4/19……..Ric Dery and Tandin Bugub

4/20…..Trina & Jens  Nielsen…..Eric & Julie Johnston…..

 If you are one of those fascinating Ariens described above, please let me know if the description pertains to you in any way.  If you are a reader of mine, and would like to be added to the Birthday/Anniversary Lists, please let me know by e-mailing me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net and I will be glad to put you on the list.  The whole purpose is so that those reading it may see some one they know and then reach out to them on their special days….a nice and easy way to build community and spread love and joy to those we know.  Just send me the month & day of your birthday or anniversary if applies, and you will be added.  Love, and Happy Birthday and Anniversary to all our Arien friends and family members!!!!    Lynda

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