GIVING THANKS FOR YOU!!!
NOV. 24 THRU NOV.30, (ETC.) 2017 IN KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!
HAPPY NOVEMBER 24 BIRTHDAY TO…ROCK SOLOMON…BRANDON BEACH … LINDA ALBERTY … PERINNE MEDORA…
CONGRATULATIONS TO KATE MIANO….. The Florence Spottswood Humanitarian of this year will be my good friend and most deserving recipient, QUEEN KATE MIANO…..It was announced at a special party held recently at Lateda. The Gala to honor Kate will be held in January 27th!!….. We love you Katie our Queen with the great big heart!
A POSSIBLE GOOD JOB OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU… A special friend of ours is looking to hire someone, male or female, as a personal assistant in Sugarloaf Key, FL. Good wages. If you are interested please call Fred at 917-373-3332.
JOB OPPORTUNITY AT RED BARN THEATRE….The Red Barn needs a Box Office Manager and/or Support Staff who will oversee all aspects of their Box Office Operation. Looking for friendly, outgoing persons with good people skills. Both on the phone and in person. Needs good computer skills and must learn the ticketing system and process demonstrated at The Red Barn. Familiarity with the theater business is helpful. Salary is commensurate with experience and skills. If interested please send cover letter and resume via email to Mimi McDonald (exec. Director) mmcdon3444@aol.com.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT MARC HOUSE….Groups and citizens are needed to sell Christmas Trees starting Nov. 24-9556 to help. Call 305-296-9556 to sign up. Store is located at 1401 Seminary St.
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!
BRIA ANSARA ENTERTAINS AT A & B….NOV. 17,18,25, 26…..Bria is one of my very faves….the girl can sing….Hear her every Sat. from 7 to 10 pm at the A & B Lobster House Lounge….Do yourself a favor and catch her there
KARI DALEY AT PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR….NOV. 24,26….. Noon to 3 pm at 0 Duval St. If you haven’t heard Kari you are in for a huge treat!!!…great voice and gorgeous too!
PLEASE CONTINUE TO SEND CARDS TO…..Good friend and marvelous Broadway Star and vocalist, TERRI WHITE went through, and survived… a very amazing procedure in hopes that she will get well and beat the cancer she has been fighting….she went through a Bone Marrow Transplant. The GOOD news is that Terri and Donna are now back home in Key West. If you would like to send her well-wishes you can now send to Terri White at ….1203 Johnson St…. Key West, FL 33040. She heard from many people while in Tampa and the cards and notes truly helped her morale and did wonders to cheer her up. So, keep those cards and notes coming! Also, Terri is wearing a white mask for protection from possible germs and viruses.
ALSO….Another good friend, CHARLIE ALLEN, who had a bad fall during Hurricane Irma is still in recovery…..he could use some cheering up….so please send him a card to: CHARLIE ALLEN….2601 S. Roosevelt Blvd….Apt.#507 B…Key West, Fl 33040.
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” …. 8 pm….Production #1….’INSPECTING CAROL’ a Xmas tale directed by Murphy Davis…Dec.12-Jan. 6…… 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.
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 Hurricanes, Earthquakes, Fires, and shootings….Pat West….. Terri Seargent….Charlie Allen…. Jim Cameron…. Judy Davis…for Penny Leto and her family on the loss of her dear father Irwin…Lou Ann Cymont… Will Blech….Shannon Farnsworth …Cheryl Walchli ….the family & friends of David Herndon, Linda Greenberg and Linda Rysman….….Terri White …John Padget… Bernard Mochulski (father of Martha Barnes) .….Pat Malkin ….…Snake Collins …. Dan Collins …..Eric Nelson ……..Todd Reifschneider ……Nauni Bailou… Jodyrae Campbell …Pat Waller …..Brian Belanger …..Maggie & Mike Domski … Nicole …Jacob Gelt Dekker …James…. Lee Knight … Lynda Scott …Frank Gren …Maryann Reifschneider …Sherrey Welch …Marta White ….Walter Lepperd…Wally Stevens…Teresa Wise…. Peter Deksmith …..Mary Lou Hoover … …Bill Lodermeir …George Kling …. …Richard and Betty Carraway ……Lottie Domski …Carey Moore ….Anne McKee … Ron Burns …..Teresa Lawson … Zita DuPel ……. 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.
NOVEMBER IS ADOPT A SENIOR PET MONTH…..Interested in adopting an older pet? They are waiting for you to come by and adopt them for the holidays! Go to the SPCA on Stock Island and fall in love with one of these lovely animals.
AT THE TROPIC CINEMA, NOV. 24-30… WONDER … COCO…..JUSTICE LEAGUE …THOR: RAGNAROK….. SUBURBICON
TAVERN N TOWN, NOV.24 …..Mike Emerson will be at the piano from 5 to 9 pm.
DINING DEAL AT THE CASABLANCA CAFÉ & BOGART’S BAR…50% off all food, Monday thru Thursday, until Nov. 30, 2017. 900 Duval St. (formerly McConnels)
GREEN PARROT, NOV.24,25&26,…Albert Castiglia at 5:30…9 and 11 pm!!! (On the 19th he is on only at 5:30 pm)
LATEDA…NOV. 24….3 SUM performs at 8:30 pm in the Lounge. Christopher Peterson in the Crystal Room at 9 pm!!!
THINK PINK TO BENEFIT WOMANKIND….TIL NOV. 26…Go to Key West Art Center at 301 Front St. More than 30 artists are donating a % of their art sales to Womankind.
SCHOONER WHARF, NOV.24&25….12- 5, Michael McCloud… Ross Brown Band at 6:30-11:30 pm.
GRUNTS, NOV. 24…The Bubba System perform from 7-11:30 pm.
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB…Note that this hot spot at 821 Duval St., is having needed work done and will reopen on December 15, 2017!!!
SMOKIN TUNA, NOV.24&25…Joal Rush at 5 pm… Scott Kirby & Caffeine Carl & Friends at 9 pm.
THE GARDENS HOTEL, NOV.24….Michael Robinson and Eric Haley entertain from 5-7 pm. 526 Angela St.
HOG’S BREATH NOV.24,25,26….1pm, Ronnie Johnson……5:30pm, Fradley & Cuda…10 pm, Cranky Old Bastards!!
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO…NOV. 24….1-5pm, Mike Naughton entertains.
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.
NUTCRACKER KEY WEST MOVIE PREMIER….NOV. 24….6 to 9 pm at Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St…..RSVP for entry and potluck choice…. Joycestahl@me.com. Bring the family and start of your Christmas/Holiday Season with the Nutcracker… showing the 2016 Performance.
WORLD AIDS DAY, DEC. 1….Meet at 4:30 pm in front of the new City Hall on White St….then join the Candlelight procession to the White Street Ed Knight Pier… and reading of the names at the KW AIDS Memorial on White St…. all are invited to continue their remembrance at the Custom House, 281 Front St….next read…
AIDS MEMORIAL QUILT PANELS AT CUSTOM HOUSE, CEC. 1…These panels will be displayed at the Custom House….Also, the TREE of HOPE, long a favorite Lateda tradition, will be on display at the Custom House for those who want to make a donation to AIDS Help and put a note of remembrance on the Tree!
HOLIDAY BAZAAR ON DEC. 1….4 to 9 pm at First Flight Restaurant & Brewery, 301 Whitehead St…. to benefit, May Sands Montessori School…. FREE to attend …Lots of holiday events are planned…Santa, displays, crafts, art,, music, a winter wonderland will greet you! Bring the family!
FRANGIPANI GALLERY, DEC. 1…..New Jewelry and an encaustic collage series from 6 to 8 pm at 1102 Duval St. A special reception for you to enjoy!
FRINGE THEATER, ‘IT’S A WONDERFU LIFE’, DEC. 8…..Will be presented at 7 pm at the Side Bar at Aqua, 504 Angela St….
KEY WEST THEATER, DEC.8… JJ GREY PERFORMS AT 8 PM….512 Eaton St…. get tix at www.thekeywesttheater.com.
INAUGURAL SOUTHERNMOST SPIRITS FESTIVAL, DEC. 8-10….Enjoy a cocktail, culinary and cultural extravaganza in KW. Go to www.southernmostspiritsfest.com for details and info.
I LOVE STOCK ISLAND FEST, DEC. 8-10…. A blend of culinary delights, music, history and art tours….community party, water sport offerings and other events to showcase the Isle of Stock…. A boat parade, bike rides, excursions, etc. For more info go to www.ilovestockisland.org.
HISTORIC INN TOURS….DEC. 8 AND 15….treats and libations on this tour… you can bicycle, drive or take a trolley to participating Inns…$30 per person … go to www.keywestholidayfest.com or call 305-296-4959 for details and sign up.
WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE WELCOME BACK PARTY TIX ON SALE NOW… for NOV. 30…. The Waterfront Playhouse invites you to attend their season Opening Party at the gorgeous home of Stuart & Susan Kaufman, 760 Washington St….6 to 9 pm…Tix are $100, and includes open bar, fab food by the Iron Chefs, and live music by Larry Smith and Christine Cordone, plus a season preview by the super Danny Weathers. Get tix at 305-294-5015 or go to www.waterfrontp-layhouse.org.
BOB FRECHETTE=FABULOUS REALTOR IN TOWN!!!!…..Need a realtor in town? My husband BOB FRECHETTE has been with the marvelous Compass Realty ( NOW Keller-Williams Compass) for 18 years …Give him a call at 305-294-0584! Email him at rfrechette@bellsouth.net. He is the best! I promise!!!! Honest, Loyal, Fair, and Adorable too!!!
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 2017 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.
A PUN FOR YOU!!!…Broken pencils are pointless!!!!
HAPPY NOV.25 BIRTHDAY TO……CHRISTOPHER ELWELL …KAREN HEINS …AMBER MCDONALD-GOOD … DAN DI FILIPPO … JIM SHEPHERD … MARGARET VILLOCH … DANIEL GARCIA …. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…. BILLY CARTLEDGE & JIM HALL….JAMES LUTHER & RAY PFIEL…
ISLE COOK, NOV.25…..218 Whitehead St….2 pm-3:30 pm….regional wine & food event every Saturday…..wine and food pairings…. www.islecookkeywest.com for more information and details.
HANDMADE HOLIDAY MARKET, NOV.25….The KW Cultural Preservation Society is having a Sale/Fare at Mallory Square from 11 am to 7 pm….handcrafted and original items made by local artisans. FREE to attend…. Support our Locals!
BIRTHDAY PARTY FUNDRAISER, NOV. 25….Karen Heins birthday/fundraiser….5 to 8 pm at The Green Pineapple, 1130 Duval St…. Cake, Champagne…. Help rebuild Karen’s home after the Hurricane….Silent auction, raffle, DJ and more…. To donate online go to gofundme.com/karen-kerrys-hurricane-help-fund…
GARDENS HOTEL, NOV. 25…Megan Constantine performs from 5 to 7 pm…
BLUE HEAVEN ON NOV. 25….. It’s the fab Toni Bishop and band at 6 to 9 pm….
BLUE MACAW ON WHITEHEAD ST… NOV. 25… Larry Baeder performs at 7:30 pm.
GRUNTS, NOV. 25….. The Bubba System perform from 7-11:30 pm…to 10 pm!
BOONDOCK’S…NOV. 25…. It’s Howard Livingston and the MM24 Band from 7
TAVERN N TOWN, NOV. 25…BOBBY NESBITT IS BA-ACK!! at the piano from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge!
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., NOV.25… 5 to 9pm, Tony Baltimore!
LATEDA, NOV.25….3 SUM entertains in the Lounge at 8:30pm….! Randy Roberts performs at 9 pm in the Crystal Room!!!!
FOL BOOK SALE ON DEC. 2…..Friends of the Library sponsors their first book sale at 700 Fleming St….9:30 am to 1:30 pm…. Loads of books of all kinds, plus CD’s DVD’s etc. Just in time for Christmas!!!! VERY reasonable prices.
KEY WEST CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY PARADE, DEC. 2…Marching Bands, Floats, hometown participation….a Heartwarming Local Parade for all in the Family! Begins at Bayview Park turns on Truman and then down Duval.
AT BLUE HEAVEN ON DEC. 2…. 6-9 pm…The CRZB’s, Rob DiStasi, Skipper Kripitz, Bubba Lownotes and Chris Burchard.
ARTISAN FAIR AT THE STUDIOS, DEC. 9….9 am to 2 pm….Local artisans bring their art and goods for an indoor market sale….unique gifts…hand crafted for holiday shopping. To sign up to sell contact the Studios! 533 Eaton St.
4TH ANNUAL PARADE OF PAWS & HOLIDAY BAZAAR, DEC. 9…..Pet Parade at Higgs Beach Dog Park…benefits FKSPCA…Owners gather fund pledges from family and friends….top earners win braggin rights for the titles of King, Queen, etc. Mingle with pets…Santa photos, entertainment, food and crafts from 10 am to 2 pm. go to www.fkspca.org or call 305-294-4857.
LIGHTED BOAT PARADE, KEY WEST, DEC. 9…..At Schooner Wharf Seaport… go to www.schoonerwharf.com for more info.
‘IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE’ ON DEC. 9…. The Fringe presents this show at 7 pm at the Marathon Community Theater.
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 NOV. 26 BIRTHDAY TO……HARVEY SERVER … JON ALLEN … NIKKI DUNCAN.
ANIMAL FARM OPEN ON NOV. 26…..Open from 1 to 3 pm…..at 5525 College Rd.
OLD STONE COFFEE HOUSE….NOV.26….9 to 11 am at Old Stone Church Hall on Eaton St…. It’s Michael Elliott Moon and his guitar returns this week…. Start your Sunday with soulful sounds, a place to listen, learn and start your week off right!
KARI DAELY AT PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR, NOV.26…… From noon to 3 pm, Kari will knock your sox off with her super vocals.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., NOV.26… Oren from 5 to 9 pm.
BLUE MACAW, NOV. 26…. Karri Daley performs at 7:30 pm!!!
LATEDA, NOV.26….TEA Dance at 4 pm… 3 Sum entertains at 8:30pm in the Lounge.
TAVERN N TOWN, NOV.26…Rob DiStasi is at the piano from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge.
SMOKIN TUNA NOV.26…. Joal Rush… 5 pm, Hey Monea Band… 9 pm, Marshall Morlock Band.
SCHOONER WHARF, NOV.26…Michael McCloud 12-5pm….Black & Skabuddah from 6:30 pm to 11 pm.
GRUNTS, NOV.26… Michelle Dravis performs from 7 to 11 pm.
GREEN PARROT…NOV.26…. Jazz at 1 PM….Albert Castiglia at 5:30 pm.
JAZZ AT THE GARDENS HOTEL, NOV. 26…. 5-7:30 pm. It’s the LIBBY YORK QUARTET entertaining!!!! Come and welcome Libby back home to Key West!!!!
THE MESSIAH AT OLD STONE CHURCH ON DEC. 3…. After 22 years, of musical director of the KW United Methodist Church Choir, Dean Walters is ending his reign. Singers from all over the Keys are invited to participate in this event….they show up at 2pm for a 3 hour rehearsal…break for dinner and perform Handel’s Messiah at 8 pm. There are usually up to 80 participants….it is quite a happening and the unofficial start of the Christmas season. It is free to attend and open to all. For more info on the choir, participating, etc. contact Dean at 305-849-1474. The Church is located at Eaton and Simonton Sts.
XMAS TREE TRIMMING PARTY AT SCHOONER WHARF…DEC.3….5 pm at the Wharf! Everyone who brings an ornament for the tree gets a free cocktail….either eggnog, hot apple jack or Swedish Glogg!…All ornaments will be judged in a contest and prizes will be given for most original, most nautical and most popular. Local authors and artists will be there to sell original gifts…..And the “Breakfast Club” will hold a toy drive to benefit Toys for Tots and Angels-Just 4 Kids….Bring a new, unwrapped toy to the Party…all who do get another comp holiday drink. Live Music from Last Mango Trio…ALL invited to join in the holiday revelry!
THE FRINGE’S, ‘IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE’ ON DEC. 10….7 pm at The BottleCap Lounge at 1128 Simonton St.
ANIMAL FARM OPEN ON DEC. 10….Christmas at the Farm from 1 to 3 pm…. Santa will be there for pictures… 5501 College Rd….
THE STUDIOS OFFICIAL ARTS & EATS EVENT, DEC. 10…. Event is called ‘Kumbaya on the Isle of Stock’…5 pm… $50 per person….Tickets going fast…..BBQ, Music, aerialists, circus performers, open artist studios and general fun chaos will ensue! Anyone who plays an instrument can bring and join in the troupe of musicians…. Get tix at www.tskw.org or call 305-296-0458.
ARTISAN MARKET, DEC.17… At the Restaurant Store, 1111 Eaton St. 10 am to 2 pm.
HAPPY NOV.27 BIRTHDAY TO…CAROLYN COOPER … KEVIN GALLAGHER … JERRY HUGHES … ALAN BOBIN … HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO …JOAN O’DOWD & JOHN WIST…&…. RITA & JACK EATON!!!
AQUA NIGHTCLUB, NOV.20,27….Dueling Bartenders 5:30-8 pm with Tom Luna and Ric Dery. A KW tradition! 711 Duval St.
SMOKIN TUNA ON NOV. 27….Scott Kirby at 1 pm……Caffeine Carl & Friends at 9 pm.
LATEDA NOV..27…Dave Bootle performs at 8:30 pm in the By George Bar.
TAVERN N TOWN, NOV.27… Michael Thomas entertains from 5 to 9 pm.
DANI HOY ON NOV. 27…She performs at 3 pm at The Salty Angler.
GRUNTS, NOV. 27….The Love Maximum performs from 7 to 11 pm.
SCHOONER WHARF, NOV.27….12 to 5, Raven Cooper…6:30-11pm, Island Time Duo!!
HOG’S BREATH, NOV. 27….1 pm, Zack Seemiller…5 pm, Dan Harvey…10 pm, Biscuit Miller Band..
SMALL WORKS ARTIST TALK AT THE STUDIOS….NOV. 27….Presented at 533 Eaton St. by the Lemonade Stand Gallery (Letty Nowak)….A selection of artists from the Small Works Exhibit, will speak from 6:30-8 pm at the Studios. Artists Lauren McAloon, AD Tinkham, Cheryl Wilson-Smith and Elizabeth Chamberlain will join Letty in a panel discussion about their entries. Also a Q & A. This display is in the Sanger Gallery at the Studios until Nov. 30th. Gallery hours are 10 am to 4 pm Tues. thru Sat.
ART & HISTORICAL SOCIETY SALUTES THE NAVY WITH EXHIBIT …At the Custom House on Front St….see how intertwined Key West and the US Navy are linked thru a cultural, visual, personal and regional history presentation. This exhibit will run thru Dec. 2017.
HAPPY NOV.28… BIRTHDAY TO…CHRISTINE CORDONE … DAN BREADY …BERNIE SLEDZ … JANEDAY STUART ….
13TH ANNUAL MARC HOUSE TABLE TOP XMAS TREE AUCTION, NOV.28….7 PM AT The Margaritaville Resort. Doors open at 5 pm….$10 donation suggested to enter… includes comp appetizers and cash bar… Parking in Margaritaville Parking garage (formerly Westin)…. Auctioneer and emcee is To Luna…ALL invited to this wonderful event…..and this year, more than ever, $$$$ is needed at the MARC House!!!
TAVERN N TOWN, NOV.28…Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas perform from 5 to 9 pm!!!
HOG’S BREATH, NOV. 28,29,30…1 pm, Joel Nelson …5 pm, Dan Harvey…10:30pm, Biscuit Miller Band.
SCHOONER WHARF, NOV.28….12-5pm, Gary Hempsey….6:30-11pm, Tom Taylor.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, NOV.28 & 29…Scott Kirby at 5 pm… Joal Rush at 9 pm…
GRUNTS, NOV. 28… Keith Franx performs from 7-11 pm.
LATEDA, NOV.28…..Dave Bootle performs at 8:30 pm in the lounge…Randy Roberts performs In the Crystal Room at 9 pm.
HAPPY NOV. 29 BIRTHDAY TO…AUDREY SAMZ … MARY SPEAR … QUEEN KATHLEEN GREER… TERRY GABERDIEL… SAMANTHA REYNOLDS…
LATEDA, NOV.29…. Dave Bootle performs at 8:30 pm…!!!!!
KEY WEST THEATER, NOV. 29… The Australian BG’s perform at 8 pm.
THE GREEN PARROT, NOV.29…Skank at 5:30, 9 and 11pm.
GRUNTS, NOV. 29…. Eric Levy performs from 7 to 11:30 pm.
SCHOONER WHARF, NOV.29, …..12-5pm, Gary Hempsey…6:30-11pm, Raven Cooper.
TAVERN N TOWN, NOV.29…Mike Emerson performs from 5 to 9 pm at the Marriott!
KW ART & HISTORICAL SOCIETY GALA SOCK HOP, NOV. 29….Get out your 50’s duds andgo “Back In Time” for this fundraiser ….5 to 10 pm….The Grand Ballroom at the Margaritaville Resort…music by Patrick & the Swayzees…silent auction to benefit Habitat for Humanity….the presentation of the Scotti Merrill Preservation Award to well-deserving TOM HAMBRIGHT… and a 50’s cuisine complete with Soda fountain…..Starts 5:30-6:30 pm with cocktails with the Fabulous Spectrelles on the veranda at the Custom House at 281 Front St… for more info go to www.kwahs.org or call Dani at 305-295-6616 x 111.
CROC TRAPPER SPEAKS AT GARDEN CLUB DEC. 6…Chris Guinto will discuss ‘The awesome American Crocodile’… FREE and open to all…. Held at 6:30 pm at The Garden Club at 1100 Atlantic Blvd.
LIGHTED BIKE RIDE…DEC. 6….Benefit for Wesley House…Families and individuals, decorate your bikes with lights, etc….for an evening ride. Registration is one unwrapped toy… Call 305-809-5000 for more info. 6 PM, Check in, helmet fitting and meet with Santa… 7 pm, The Bike Ride begins. To register go to www.wesleyhouse.org.
AFTER THE LIGHTED BIKE PARADE (ABOVE), DEC.6….Holiday HooHaw party on Appelroouth Ln…. Street will be sparkling and music pumping…. Riders with wrist bands get in free…
HAPPY NOV.30 BIRTHDAY TO… HELEN WALKER … JEAN DOSTAL…. (Please remember Sally Lewis.) HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO….. KAREN & BILL RYAN!
WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE WELCOME BACK PARTY, NOV. 30….This event is at the lovely home of Susan & Stuart Kaufman…..760 Washington St…. 6 to 9 pm…For tix go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015. This is always a wonderful party! Includes delish food, an Open Bar…..and fab entertainment by Larry Smith and Christine Cordone!!!! Limited tix left….call now!
CEREMONIAL FLAG BURNING, NOV. 30….The Conch Republic Navy will hold a burning of a Hurricane Flag to celebrate the end of Hurricane Season in Key West…. 5:00 pm… on the Pier in front of the USCC Cutter Ingham at the Truman Waterfront. Free and open to the public. WE ARE ALL ELATED THAT THIS HURRICANE SEASON IS KAPUT!!!!!!
FARMER’S MARKET ON NOV. 30….and every Thursday…at Bayview Park….9 am to 2 pm… lots of produce, crafts, homemade products, etc….vendors galore! Gina Maseratti entertains!!!
CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT, NOV. 30….. The Southernmost Chamber Music Society presents the first of its 6 concerts in the rectory at St. Paul’s Church…7 pm…401 Duval St. Features cellist, Denise Nathanson and artists, Timothy Peterson, Irie Monte and John Penkoske. Go to www.southernmostchambermusicsociety.com for tix…or info or buy at the door.
GRUNTS, NOV. 30…. The Shanty Hounds from 7 to 10 pm.
COMEDY AT BOTTLECAP, NOV…30…..6:30-10 pm….1128 Simonton St….Get tix at www.comedykeywest.com. Every Thursday night. Laugh your keaster off!!! $10 in advance and $15 at the door.
AT THE GARDENS, NOV.30…..Jimmy Olson is at the piano from 5 to 7 pm. Jimmy always has some special vocalists, like Joe Tripp and Erika Butters, to sing for your delight!
SCHOONER WHARF, NOV.30… Michael McCloudnoon to 5… 6:30-11pm, Cool Duo with Sam Ramos & Chris Case!
GREEN PARROT, NOV. 30…. Patrick & the Swayzees at 5:30, 9 pm and 11 pm!!!
HOG’S BREATH, NOV. 30….1ish, Ronnie Johnson… 5 ish, Joel Nelson…. 10:30, Cranky Old Bastards.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, NOV. 30… 5 pm, Scott Kirby…Joal Rush at 9 pm.
LATEDA, NOV.30……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 NOV.30….Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas perform from 5 to 9 pm….
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE LIVE RADIO PLAY ON DEC. 7…. The Lux Radio ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ will be presented live at Island 106.9 FM in partnership with FRINGE Theater at 7 pm at 1075 Duval Square….Guest will view the play at the radio station from a tent with chairs outside the large window of the on-air studio with outdoor speakers….FREE and servers from Pasta Garden will serve wine. Admission is an unwrapped gift or gift card …those who do this will get a cup of mulled wine…these toys, & gift cards will be distributed to needy children. Great cast including Tony Konrath, Bob Bowersox, Wayne Dapser and more….
KEY WEST THEATER, DEC. 7…Ricki Lee Jones performs at 8 pm…512 Eaton St… go to www.thekeywesttheater.com for tix.
A BURLESQUE NUTCRACKER ON DEC.14,15,16….At KW Theater, 512 Eaton St. Show is called ‘Sugar Rum Cherry: A Burlesque Nutcracker”…features all your fave performer plus international superstars!!! Get tix a www.thekeywesttheater.com.
THANKFUL ON THURSDAY…. I am especially thankful for Patrick Hayes for his friendship and thoughtfulness always….. for goddaughter, Sally Stevens who never stops caring …. For Billy Cartledge & Jim Hall…. I am always deeply thankful for my husband Bob who truly is my knight in shining armor! And if you are reading this now….I am thankful for YOU and your support.
LOVE TO YOU, AND REMEMBER…One life on this earth is all that we get. Whether it is enough or not enough…. and the obvious conclusion would seem to be…that at the very least, we are fools if we do not live it as fully and bravely and beautifully as we can.
Lynda
PS…..AND HERE’S MORE INFORMATION:
IMPROMPTU CONCERTS BEGIN ON JAN. 7, 2018… 4 pm at St. Paul’s Church on Duval St. Go to www.keywestimpromptu.org for info and schedule or call George Korn at 305-292-1828.
SINGERS SOUGHT….Interested in joining the Keys Chorale? Register for the FKCC’s Community Chorus course for the fall semester….call 305-296-9081 for info.
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/.
HELP JODYRAE CAMPBELL AND HER HUSBAND…..A Go Fund Me Account has been set up to help with dire financial need at this challenging time….Her husband, Brian is very ill with lung cancer and needs help with medical bills and everyday living expenses. If you can help IN ANY WAY…please go to this site to donate whatever you are able to…. www.gofundme.com/help-jodyrae-and-brian.
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!
SWING DANCE LESSONS EVERY WED….7 pm at Paradise Health & Fitness, 1706 N. Roosevelt….Instructors Lucy Carleton ….runs thru Dec. 11…call 296-6348.
GRIEF COUNSELING….Bereavement Meetings are available every Thursday at 7:15 pm at the Renewal Center at St. Mary’s. All needing bereavement support are invited….for more info call 305-294-1018. You are not alone.
THE SAGITTARIUS PERSONALITY….NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21
One of the great things about a Sag is their irrepressible optimism. They are convinced that everything will always work out for the best. This attitude has helped them through many a storm. They keep a positive attitude and sense of humor…and when things get tough, they are able to find the silver light at the end of the tunnel. This is also one of the luckiest signs of the Zodiac. Sags are enthusiastic and always keen to take the initiative and make things happen. They don’t like to sit around and watch the grass grow…they like to have new and exciting projects that keep them on the go. Otherwise they get fed up and depressed. They need something to aim for. Goals are very important to Sags, preferring challenges to walkovers. Once they achieve their goal, they are on their way to the next target!
Life is always lively with a Sag around…they enjoy discussing ideas with friends and loved ones. They are intellectual and enjoy stretching their minds….their homes are full of books, and have a tremendous respect for knowledge. They pride themselves on their honesty, hate hypocrites and yes men. Sags are also known to exaggerate a bit…and sometimes they are more blunt and direct than you would want.
One of the most popular signs, people can’t help but flock around the Sagittarian. They radiate a friendly force-field, are terrific company and laughter never seems to be far away. They have a lot of friends! People appreciate their open and straightforward manner. Sags cannot stand to be tied down or hemmed in by a partner. They need to be able to lead their own life and not feel that someone is always peering over their shoulder trying to police their every move. The Sag will let their partner know if this is annoying them. If you love a Sag, they need their space. Sags enjoy sex, but the most important need in a partner is one who will be a friend as well as a lover. That friendship is something sorely needed long after the passion fades. Anything else is not good enough. The best signs for a Sagittarian are Gemini, Leo, and also Libra, Aquarius and Aries.
In careers, Sags are very sociable and like to be surrounded by lively colleagues, and are popular in their workplace. They like jobs that keep them on the move…not stuck behind a desk. Sags are ideally suited to career in education, publishing, writing, broadcasting, philosophy, and travel. They love money and enjoy spending it. The most exciting thing to them about money, is what it can buy. They prefer casual clothes to dressing up and are not impressed by designer labels. They have a weak spot for cars…especially those that are sleek and distinctive and that cost a fortune.
WE LOVE OUR SAGITTARIAN FRIENDS AND FAMILY MEMBERS!!!!
HAPPY SAGITTARIAN BIRTHDAY TO…..
11/23…Robbie Frechette……Fred Greenberg…Coffee Butler …Debra Yates…Donna Cesen…Tina Ekel … Chris Kennedy….Robin Cozine
11/24…Brandon Beach…Rock Solomon…Linda Alberty…Perinne Medora
11/25…Christopher Elwell…Jim Shepherd…Amber McDonald-Good…Margaret Villoch….Daniel Garcia …Dan DiFilippo
11/26…Harvey Server…Jon Allen…Nikki Duncan
11/27…Kevin Gallagher…Carolyn Cooper…Alan Bobin…Jerry Hughes…
11/28…Christine Cordone…Dan Bready …Bernie Sledz…Jane Day Stuart
11/29…Audrey Samz…Mary Spear…Queen Kathleen Greer…Terry Gaberdiel…Samantha Reynolds
11/30….Helen Walker…Jean Dostal…..(Please remember Sally Lewis.)
12/1…Donavan Pavilicek…..(Please remember the wonderful Richard Stephens…)
12/2…Fizz Rettew……Frank Piku…Cameron Zbikowski……Angela McChesney…Chuck Armbruster …Sammie May…(Please remember Gregg McGrady and Joseph Stettner.)
12/3…Vera Vasek…Linda Sparks…
12/4…Erika Biddle…Louise Sledz…Kurt Shwaery…Patti Williams
12/5…Mary Ellen Beattie…Charlotte Ryan….(Please remember Victoria Sabol.)
12/6…Chris Thomas…Adrian Armstrong
12/7…Richard Dennison…Louis Scaramuzzi…Rebecca Green…Gerry Sajitowski…Rosemarie Zawacki… Jan Cernan…Al Filippone …(Please remember Merle Hohman and John Pett.)
12/8…Sam Trophia…Andrew Forrow…Evelyn Maldonado…Alan Henig…Ron DeAnna…Brad Manley
12/9…Buddy Dyess…Lloyd Bryant…Dick Moody…Angela Meanix
12/10…Reef Perkins…Matt Babich…Robin Tomita…Redza Ibrahim Dempster……Diane Flenard …Robin Knauth …Randy Misener …Nancy Ulrich…. (Please remember Tony Schilero.)
12/11…Betty Darst…Mary Schilling…Marsha Stevens
12/12….Alfred Morris……(Please take time to remember my beloved brother, Fred…..also, Francy Zakczewski AND Steve Calderwood.)
12/13…John Eicher…Rex Welton…Joyce Heels…Jamey Bowen…Norma Gaspari
12/14…Joe Dallas…Monica Slowiak…Susie Applin …
12/15…Rachelle Romano….Cherylann Logdon…Din Allen… (Please remember LiLianne Brouillard)
12/16…Rita Linder… Terry Westmore.
12/17…George Fernandez…Jim Hendrick…Kristina Welburn…Mary Peranteau…Katie Warner
12/18…George Tillman…Joy Hawkins…Randy Roberts…Dan Carten
12/19…Holly Merrill…..Barbara Herzog…Billy Hollowell
12/20…Ralph DePalma…Kristen Livengood…Kevin Dickenson ….Sebastian Vishton….Ronnie Carruthers …Please remember Katherine Raney.
12/21…John Correa…Roy BishopEd Heid…Judy Farrell…Sarah Kahn……(Please remember Leslie Leonelli and Pauline Palub.)
HAPPY SAGITTARIAN ANNIVERSARY TO…
11/23…Carol Tedesco & Michael Shields…
11/25….Ray Pfiel & James Luther…Ken & JoAnne Lasky…..Billy Cartledge & Jim Hall
11/27….Joan O’Dowd & John Wist….Jack & Rita Eaton
11/29…George Tillman & Lloyd Bryant…
11/30….Karen & Bill Ryan
12/4…Sharon & Chris Santry…Eric Cole & Joe McMurray
12/5…Charlotte Ryan….Please remember Victoria Sabol.
12/6…Harry & Tina Deal….Robin & Peter Knauth
12/7…Cory Held & Paul Gildea
12/10….Deborah & Sid Goldman
12/13….Bob Archer & Mark Pence….
12/14….Claire Carroll & Steve Gurmin…….Barbara Weikel & Ralph DePalma
12/19…Caroline & Riichard Forbis…Barbara & Evan Corns
12/17…. Rev. Larry & Kathy Hooper……. Kenva & Lonnie Reese…
12/19… Evan & Barbara Corns…
12/20…Lola & Jim Corrigan
12/21…Jim & Donna Hendrick
If you are one of those Sagittarians and are not on the list and want to be, please send me your month & day to kwlynda@bellsouth.net and I will add you on. If you are on the list, please let me know if any of the description pertains to you in any way. During this month of Christmas and the Holidays…please enjoy every minute. Sending love an best wishes to you.
Lynda
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