HOWARD LIVINGSTON NIGHT AT AQUA IDOL!!!
MARCH 19 THRU MARCH 25 (ETC.), 2019 IN KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!
HAPPY ST. JOSEPH’S DAY/MARCH 19 BIRTHDAY TO….JANET BENGEL … SOPHIE STEVENS … DEBBIE BAXTER … HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…. MICHELLE & ERIC GRAHL… FRED & RITA BROWN TROXEL…. MARYANN & NED REIFSCHNEIDER…
**IT’S BACK TO THE 80’S WITH HOWARD LIVINGSTON ,AT AQUA IDOL ON TUES., MARCH 19…..We are down to our last two evenings of AQUA IDOL for THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE!!! Come one and all to 711 Duval St. from 6:30 to 8 pm! It is the very best FREE-to-Attend Show in town….A MOST wonderful group of big-hearted singers with superb voices, have been volunteering their time and talent to help raise needed dollars for the esteemed Waterfront Playhouse! Our STARS tonight are are… JOE TRIPP…VICKY ROWDEN…JOHN BAIRD…CHUCK FOX…JIM SPEAKE…KARRI DALEY.. and …LUKE FOX …. Sadly we had to say goodbye to the most delightful and talented Vera Grigorovich and Robby LeBlanc last week!!! Vera informed me that she will be back to sing her Swan Song….If you want your fave singers to remain in the contest, please add some extra $$$ to ascertain that they will be there for the Grand Finale, next week, March 26!!!! Read below how you can donate online if you cannot attend. I highly recommend that you best come early enough to hear each singer perform and to get a great seat! The fabulous and beloved HOWARD LIVINGSTON, trop rock star, will be our Guest Judge this week… By the way, we are going to ‘try’ to fit in two songs per singer this week, and NEXT week!!
**DONATING ONLINE FOR AQUA IDOL CONTESTANTS….For those who cannot ate and even for those who come faithfully every week…. This is a great way to donate to your favorite vocalist in Aqua Idol. You go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org … then click on Support…then click on donate online… Then click the Waterfront Playhouse box, and all the contestant’s names will appear…. Then go from there by donating online with your credit card. The great news is that all donations to your contestant to the Waterfront Playhouse are tax deductible. Besides the $$$ I put in the buckets each week, I donate online every week. You can too! You can also write out checks to Waterfront Playhouse and place the name of the contestant in the Memo box.. and place in your contestant’s bucket at Aqua. Tax Deductible!!!
HAPPY ST. JOSEPH’S DAY TO ALL MY FAVORITE GOOD JOE’S!!!! March 19 is St. Joseph’s Day!!!!
JIM CAMERON PASSES AWAY ON FEB. 25……One of our long-time friends in Key West, Jim Cameron passed away suddenly last Monday night. We had just seen Jim and his wife, Cindy, at Tavern ‘n Town, where we were to listen to Bobby Nesbitt entertain. We had a nice conversation and we talked about March 9th being their 34th wedding anniversary. Two days later, he was gone….. so very very sad. For many years, he and Cindy were in charge of the Ushers at Tennessee Williams Theatre… and they were recognized for the great job they did. Oddly, we met Jim and Cindy listening to Bobby Nesbitt when he performed at the Pier House some 20+ years ago. Jim came up to us, introduced himself to us, and welcomed us to Key West. It was fitting that the last time we saw Jim, was around Bobby’s piano! We shared many an evening around Bobby’s piano in many different venues around town. He was also Jammin’ Jim on one of the local radio stations. He will be greatly missed by Bob and me and the entire community. You can send messages of sympathy to Cindy Cameron at: 1561 Narcissus Ave. Big Pine Key, FL 33043. There will be a Memorial Celebration to honor Jim’s life being planned for March 25 at a private home in Key Haven. If you are interested in the details and information please contact Donna Gallagher at 732-977-9116 or email her at donna5751@verizon.net. I also understand there is a Memorial for Jim at a church in Big Pine Key on March 23 but do not know the details.
*******PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER OF THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE…. As a proud Board Member of the Waterfront Playhouse for 13 years, I am hoping that you will take the time to read the following. Theaters aren’t able to rely on Ticket Sales alone to keep them going…that is only a tiny part of it. In order to continue to present the kind of quality theater you have come to expect from us, we need YOU to help! If you are already a MEMBER of the Waterfront Playhouse Family, I ask that you consider deepening your commitment financially by becoming a member at a higher level than you had before. Each level provides special perks and privileges…. BUT, the important thing is to look at it as not so much as ‘what you can get out of your membership’ but what you are giving and doing to provide Key West with the BEST Theater experience possible! If you have Never been a Member of the Waterfront Playhouse before…. I hope you will realize that we NEED YOUR HELP and support more than ever!…now right NOW! You can go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015 to order your membership….and you can see the Breakdown of what each Level of Membership provides. You will be helping us beyond words…. To recover from Hurricane Irma, declining state funding and increasing costs!!! Thank you so much for your support of the Waterfront Playhouse and LIVE Theater in Paradise!!!
HOUSING HEROES NEEDED…. The Waterfront Playhouse is looking for Housing Heroes. A Housing Hero is someone who will ‘take in’ a visiting actor or musician in one of our shows that comes from out of town. There are many perks involved for those who have a gust room… guest house… to accommodate a visiting actor. If you can help please call 305-394-7445. Your name will be listed in the Playbill. If you house 1 person for 1 show, you get 2 free 5-show passes and a Crew Membership card offering discounts for 11 mos. In some of the best restaurants in KW…. Plus ability to buy tix to Member nights at the theater and Annual Gala at member reduced rates. Housing 2 or 3 persons for 1 or more shows: You get all of the above, plus, an additional free 5-show flex pass and invitation for two as our guests to our Annual Gala…. Housing 4 or More persons for 1 or more shows: You get all of the above, plus FREE drinks for ALL performances, a private backstage tour and party for you and 10 of your friends.
****LAST WEEK TO SEE HIT SHOW, ‘YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN..MARCH 19,20,21,22,23 THIS WEEK!!! This smash Mel Brooks musical, opened on Feb. 28 at the Waterfront Playhouse and it is selling out every night!!! RUN don’t walk…to reserve your seats for this marvelous production, by calling 305-294-5015… or go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org! We were there on opening night and you would think you were seeing a Broadway show in NYC!!! Congrats to Artistic Director, Tom Thayer, who did a great job of directing and of choosing the very best cast ever….Stars are ALAN GILLESPIE, JEFFREY HARWELL, MARJORIE PAUL SHOOK, BELLE JAMPOL, KRISTEN MICHELLE, ROSS PIPKIN, JOHN MCDONALD, JACK AGNEW, MATTHIAS MALOFF… BRAEDEN GARRETT, DJ MILLS, LAUREN THOMPSON, CAROLYN COOPER, AND JACKIE MADEJSKI. They are all amazing! The singing, dancing, (choreography by Penny Leto & Carolyn Cooper), musical direction by Michael Fauss, and a magnificent set design by the brilliant Michael Boyer…plus fabulous costumes….. to say nothing of the great comic timing and non-stop laughing throughout…. You will LOVE every minute! BRAVO!! BRAVO!!! YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN runs thru March 23….YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS HILARIOUS MUSICAL AT THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE! GET TIX NOW!!! Don’t we ALL need a good laugh???
YOU ARE INVITED TO THE CLOSING NIGHT PARTY ON MARCH 23!!!! YOU are all invited to attend the Closing Night Party after the final show of “YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN” … on Saturday, March 23… It will be at about 10:15 pm at The Ocean Grill (formerly Square One) on Duval Square! You do NOT have to have attended the closing night production to attend…. Please come and celebrate the fabulous Sold Out Hit Show…the superb Cast and Crew. Chef Lee will have a great array of appetizers and a cash bar… the enormous wine pours at Ocean Grill are legendary! It is time to rejoice and Congratulate artistic director Tom Thayer, Set Designer, Michael Boyer, musical director, Michael Fauss….the entire cast mentioned above… and the marvelous Crew too! We will be seeing the show for the third time, and we will be disappointed when it is all over and we can’t see it again!!!! Bravo!!!!
KEY WEST DINING SPECIALS!!!!
Café Sole…. 20% for all Locals from 5-6 and 9-10 pm every day…. Sunday Brunch is back at Café Sole!!!!
TAVERN N TOWN…. Be seated by 6:30 pm and enjoy all entrees at$19.95. Daily happy hour drink prices are 2 for 1 till 7 pm…. T n T always caters to the Locals! Delish food, great music, lovely spot…
LA TRATTORIA.. OCEANSIDE….Half price on all pasta dishes from 5 to 7 pm, Monday thru Thursday.
REQUEST FOR PRIZE DONATIONS…. If you have any donations for the Aqua Idol Prize Package and want to donate, please drop off at my house at 330 Caroline St. in the Truman Annex before March 24. If you have something to donate… from Cash… to gift items…. Wine…. Gift certificates from shops and restaurants…. Services you can provide… books you have written….art work… jewelry…. items that you have bid on at other silent auctions and will not use…. Overnight stays at inns and hotels….The possibilities are endless!! Please contact me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net. If you cannot drop off but can help, let me know and I will make provisions for pick up of all items. I thank you for your kindness, generosity and support. In the meantime, I hope to see you on March 19 and March 26 to hear our fabulous contestants! 6:30-8 pm… truly the best FREE to attend show ever!!!
CONGRATS TO BOBBY NESBITT… It is no secret that Bobby Nesbitt and I are great friends! I want to take this time to let you know that Samuel’s House has recently named Bobby as a Man of Valor… He will receive this prestigious award, along with other wonderful and deserving persons, Penny Leto, John Correa, Jodyrae Campbell, Alan Beaubien, Dianna Sutton, Cyndy Livingston, Maureen Dunleavy, Capt. JR Torres and David Wolkowsky on March 28 at the Marriott Beachside Recognition Dinner….. scroll down to March 7 to read how to get tix for this event!!!
CONGRATS TO PERRY ARNOLD! A large crowd was there for the unveiling of the spectacular Throne that sculptor, Perry Arnold created from the massive Black Olive remains after it was felled by hurricane Irma. It is quite spectacular indeed! You can visit this masterpiece at the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden on Stock Island!!
BARBERSHOP CHORUS….Joe Tripp, Key West’s fave police officer and Aqua Idol Star, is starting a Barbershop Singing Group…He is looking to find investors to help him get this started in Key West….needs $$$ for music, shirts and uniforms, rehearsal space, and eventually memberships in an organization. Perhaps there is a donor or philanthropist out there who believes in a project like this and can help with financing. Joe needs someone who can help him with incorporating this group .. someone with the knowledge and help of how this can be done. If you have ideas, suggestions or can help…or know someone that can help Joe, please contact him at 813-477-3045 or email him at Joelpro1@gmail.com. Big thanks…
TAVERN N TOWN… March19,26,… Carmen Rodriguez and Michael Thomas perform from 5- 9 pm in the Lounge.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, MARCH 19&20…. Brian Sutherland performs at 5 pm…..Dynamo at 9 pm.
SCHOONER WHARF, MARCH 19&26….noon to 5 pm, Gary Hempsey…6:30-11:00pm… Tom Taylor…..….
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB…. MARCH 19,26….Happy Hour starts at 5:30 pm…Larry Smith is every Tuesday…… PM it is Larry Baeder and Bluesday… an intimate eve with Larry and friends…. 8:30-11:30 pm… now serves full bar and food too! 821 Duval St…. Be there!
VIRGILIO’S ON MARCH 19….9 PM, It’s the Chris Thomas Trio… What fun it is to have Debra & Patrick back home in Key West! On March 26 it is Skipper & His League of Crafty Musicians…
AMERICAN LEGION BINGO EVERY TUES., MARCH 19,26….6:30 pm at 5610 College Rd.
THE GARDENS HOTEL, MARCH 19…. at 526 Angela St.…Valerie Elam will be at the piano from 5-7 pm.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., MARCH 19&26…. Black & Skabuddah performs from 5:30-9:30pm…
LATEDA, MARCH 19&26… The Spectrelles at 8:30 pm….Christopher Peterson in the Crystal Room at 9 pm.
“METEOR SHOWER” OPENS AT RED BARN, March 26….Directed by Joy Hawkins and starring Dave Bootle, Elena Devers, Michael Castellanos, and Suzanne Wells…This is an offbeat and absurdist look at the comic anxiety lurking just below the surface of modern marriage!! …7:30 pm….at Red Barn, 319 Duval… get tix at 305-296-9911… This show runs through April 20.
LUANN GROSSCUP ANNOUNCES NEW BOOK!!!.. ‘FLIGHT: An American Pilot’s Story of Adventure, Descent, and Redemption’, by local author and friend, Luann Grosscup and Capt. Neil Hansen has been released!!! It is one man’s aviation story (Neil Hansen), within the context of CIA covert operations in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War. This real-life very riveting story will take you right where all the action took place during this very challenging time in history. Presently, the book is available at www.amazon.com, in either soft cover or kindle. Go to: https://www.amazon.com/Flight-Neil-GrahamHansen/dp/1940773814/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=FLIGHT+Hansen+paperback&gid=1552398027&s=gateway&sr=8-1.
****WONDERFUL TRUMAN ANNEX HOME FOR SALE….This single family, 1,312 sq.foot home, in a most desirable, unique and private KW area…with open floor plan and 2 bedrms. & 2.5 baths.. balcony off master…designated parking space…Perfect Vacation Rental with excellent income… totally & tastefully furnished and equipped …Lovely shared pool area This well-priced home is a great chance to own a marvelous home in the beautiful and prestigious Truman Annex Gated Community, within walking distance to EVERYTHING!!!! For more information please call BOB FRECHETTE at 305-304-2584. His email is rfrechette@bellsouth.net
SOS OUTREACH MISSION CLOTHING DRIVE… Needed are gently used clothing. You may drop off your donation to the Mission at 5640 Maloney Ave. on Stock Island. For more info call Paige at 859-630-2098.
MARC HOUSE SEEKING USED FANTASY FEST BEADS….If you have a slew of beads and want to donate them to the MARC House at 1401 Seminary St., please bring them to the MH…they will clean and resell these beads as a fundraiser, and those who bring in a 1 gallon plastic bag with beads, will get a 5% discount on a plant store purchase. For info call 305-296-9556.
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…JIM HALL …the friends and family of Gary Lichtenstein who recently passed away….the family and friends of Jim Cameron, and especially Jim’s widow, Cindy ….Sharron Mondo Drezner…….the family and friends of Chuck Newman ..the family and friends of Andy Dickey….Rick Elias…. For Norma Gilmore and her family on the great loss of her husband, Chuck Gilmore….. Joe McMurray …George Kling….Billy Cartledge…..Mary Larkin ….the repose of the soul of Stanislav Krejcir, father of Jana Krejcirova…. The family of Leda Andrews on the loss of her brother…. and the family of June Hudson on the loss of her brother Will Yodice……….Mike Stallard and wife Kelly….…Fred Stevens … Robin Deck….Jim Hendrick…..… Nancy Williams …Christy Nelson… Virgil Williams …… Judi Stevens …Fred Lima…..Nancy Lima …Maryann Sabol … Pam Williams …..Jon Traut…. Frank Lima….Harry Schroeder ….Jacob Gelt Dekker …Bella Rettenwander ….James Mill …Diane Covan ….Guy de Boer…. Dawn de Boer …. Pat West … …Joe Dallas Sr….Jan Cernan ….Donna Stanton … Charlie Allen …Judy Davis …Lee Garrison … Lou Ann Cymont … Cheryl Walchli … Terri White …John Padget …..Eric Nelson ….Gary Rivenson …Donna Stabile ….Todd Reifschneider … …Pat Waller …..Millie Chawlew …Brian Belanger ……. Lee Knight … …Frank Gren … …Sherrey Welch …Marta White …. Sandy Abookire… … Peter Deksmith ….. …Bill Lodermeir…Billy Cartledge… ….Eegor Goropec…Richard and Betty Carraway ……Lottie Domski …Carey and Pat Moore ….Anne McKee … the family of Ron Burns …..Teresa Lawson ……. Tony Martinez … Star Husky… Ron Maranian …Marec Yooree …… 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.
FKSPCA HAS 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. You might have to put those in manually. Or you can call 305-294-4857.
BOB FRECHETTE=FABULOUS REALTOR IN TOWN!!!!…..Need a realtor in town? My husband BOB FRECHETTE IS YOUR MAN!!!! He has been with the marvelous Compass Realty ( NOW Keller-Williams Compass) for 19 years …Give him a call at 305-304-2584! Email him at rfrechette@bellsouth.net. He is the BEST! I promise!!!! Honest, Loyal, Fair, and Adorable too!!! He will have only your best interests at heart.
SUPPORT DANCE KEY WEST…..Lots of new concerts and new dancers are involved with Kyla Piscopink’s Dance Group, Dance Key West…. Dancers are Kim Bryant, Cricket Desmarais, Kristen Huffman, Morgan Stinnett and Melissa Weber….If you want to support this company, go online to www.dancekeywest.org or make checks and send to Dance Key West…PO Box 501 … Key West, FL 33041. Also congrats to Kyla on her recent dance concert at the Studios on Oct. 13!!!!! Had we been in town we would have been there with bells on!!!
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.
JODYRAE AND MEGAN CAN ENTERTAIN FOR PRIVATE PARTIES!!!..Talented pianist/singer, Megan Clay and vocalist extraordinaire, Jodyrae Campbell have their own equipment and would love to make a night at your home or at your event, extra special! To contact them call 305-587-1499… or you can leave a message for Joyrae on Facebook or email her at jodyraecampbell@yahoo,com.
ARTISTS WANTED FOR MALLORY SQUARE….Sunset Celebrations is seeking more artists to participate at this iconic event. For info, email jury@sunsetcelebration.org.
A PUN or LEXOPHILE FOR YOU….If you take a laptop computer for a run…you could jog your memory!!!
HAPPY MARCH 20…BIRTHDAY TO…TERRI WILSON…. CAROL MOORE…. (Please remember Jim Nolan.) HAPPY ANNIVERSRY TO…. JOE VIANA & RAY BAKER!
LAST TAP CLASS AT THE COFFEEMILL…MARCH 20..The fab Kristen Michelle teaches this fun class at 10:30 – 11:30 am…. At 894 White St…. nice facility….all levels welcome…. Kristen makes it lots of FUN!!! Only $17 per class…..great exercise!
‘YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN’ IS A HIT!!! MARCH 20,21,22,23 THIS WEEK…. Get tix NOW for this fabulous show at The Waterfront Playhouse!!! Call 305-294-5015 or go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org to reserve your seats!!! A laugh a minute!
LIBBY YORK & BOBBY NESBITT AT BERLINS, MARCH 20,27… This fab duo performs from 7 to 10 pm at 700 Front St….at A & B Lobster House…. Great venue!!!
DAVE BOOTLE AT MANGOES…March 20,21,22,23 THIS WEEK….The fab Dave performs Wed. thru Sat. every week at 8:30 –midnight at 700 Duval St… He rocks the place!!!!!
AT THE GARDENS, MARCH 20,27… Megan Clay is at the piano from 5 to 7 pm.
THE GREEN PARROT, MARCH 20….The E’Clairesat 5:30… Ukulele Night at 8 pm.
TOM HAMBRIGHT LECTURE ON MARCH 20…6 pm at KW Library, 700 Fleming St… talk will be “A short History of Key West”….Q & A follows… FREE and open to all…
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, MARCH 20…….Happy Hour with Jimmy Olson at 5:30 pm….8:00-11:30 pm….Ladies Night at….821 Duval…Now a full bar and food too! On March 20, it’s the CRZB’s at 8 pm…..
NATIONAL ORG FOR WOMEN, MARCH 20….The KW chapter of NOW ,meets at 5:30 pm at Shanna Key Irish Pub, 1900 Flagler… free and open to all.
LATEDA, MARCH 20…. The Spectrelles in the Lounge at 8:30 pm. ..Christopher Peterson at 9 pm in the Crystal Room.
TAVERN N TOWN, MARCH 20… Mike Emerson performs from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge!
FOSTER PARENT TRAINING….….Wesley House is seeking families interested in providing a home to children who are in the foster care system. Classes started on Jan. 30…. For registration and info call Megan Burgess at 305-809-5020.
SCHOONER WHARF, MARCH 20…Allen Holland.. at noon to 5 pm….Raven Cooper Duo at 6:45-11 pm….
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., MARCH 20,27…. Din Allen performs from 5:30-9:30 pm.
**FRINGE THEATER PRESENTS, ‘THE CLEAN HOUSE’, MARCH 20-30….This will be at 7 pm at the Parish Hall at St. Paul’s Church…It is a concoction of real and surreal story lines that will take you on a fantastic journey that searches for meaning among life’s messier moments. Directed by Rebecca Tomlinson and stars Diane May, Wende Shoer, Francesca Silva, Camille Toler and Tim Dahms. 401 Duval St…Tix are $35 and $45… get at www.fringetheater.org or call 305-731-0581.
TENNESSEE WILLIAMS BIRTHDAY PARTY, MARCH 27….5:30-7:30 pm, at 513 Truman Ave….Awards presented for plein air and short story and poetry…. Cake and refreshments… $10 donations at door.
RAM’S HEAD PRESENT JEFFERSON STARSHIP, MARCH 27….Go to www.thekeywesttheater.com for tix. 8 pm.
DIANE NYAD AT STUDIOS ON APRIL 3….On night only….Diana will present her talk ‘The Courage to Fail’…. 7 pm at 533 Eaton St. Get tix at www.tskw.org. Diana is an exceptional speaker….hear her story and be totally inspired.
5th ANNUAL WOMEN SINGING FOR WOMEN EVENT ON APRIL 10… This is organized by Jodyrae Campbell and it is a benefit for Samuel’s House…. 8 pm at Lateda, 1125 Duval St. Tix are $25 and reserve at 305-296-0240, ex: 118….The Theme is , “Rockin’ Women with Their Roadies”… and stars Terri White, Maj Johnson, Dora Gholson, Destiny Montgomery, Joe Tripp, Grace Osborn, Heather Mae Victoia Potter, Vicky Rowden, Adam Sweitzer, Joannie Sullivan, Grisel Padron, Laura Richardson, Camille Toler, Shawn Montgomery, Kristie Mills, Sarah Perkins, Carla Lee, Sarah Goodwin, Kristen MacNamara, and Jodyrae Campbell…emcee is Laurie Thibaud and Megan Clay is at the piano!!!! Quite a lineup!!!!!
STRING MUSICIANS SOUGHT…. The KW Community String Orchestra is seeking those who play violin, cello, viola, etc. at all levels of experience. For info contact Lyn-Marie at lynnmariekw@gmail.com.
SOME GREAT HAPPY HOURS…..1) Alonzo’s…4-6:30… Half price apps and drinks… 2) Blue Macaw… 4-7 pm… $3 drinks including well, beer and wine…and half price apps that are delicious!!!!!!!and entertainment all day…. 3) Boathouse 4-6 pm half price on all drinks and apps one side of menu…4) The Grand Café, 5-7:30 pm…1/2 price wine, cocktails and beer and half priced appetizers… 5) The Saint…. 4:17-7:14 pm… half price drinks and special priced small plates 6) Little Room Jazz Club…. Reduced prices on food and drinks…. Plus sit around the piano bar at 5:30 pm…..
HAPPY MARCH 21 BIRTHDAY TO…JERRY DOWNS… LUIS VERA… CLIFFORD NOWAK …SCOTT MUIR…
**LAST 3 DAYS TO SEE YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN” AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE, MARCH 21,22,23 THIS WEEK.. This is the Mel Brooks Musical that has everyone laughing hysterically all night long and even when you get back at home!!! You are taken back to Transylvania to NYC….See all your fave characters… Dr. Frederick Frankenstein, Alan Gillespie… Igor, Jeffrey Harwell…. Marjorie Paul Shook as Frau Blucher…. Ross Pipkin as the Monster….plus, Bell Jampol as Inga, Kristen Michelle as Elizabeth Benning….John McDonald, the Inspector…Jack Agnew, the Hermit… Mathias Maloff,, Ziggy…. Plus a sensational ensemble with Lauren Thompson, Braeden Garrett, DJ Mills, Jackie Madejski, and Carolyn Cooper!!! Great production numbers….constant laughing…. Come to the Waterfront Playhouse and PUT ON THE RITZ!!!!! GET TIX NOW for this sensational production that runs through March 23!!!!! Go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015!!!!! This will be a SELL OUT!!!!
***HEAD’S UP ON SAMUEL’S HOUSE ANNUAL WOMEN OF INTEGRITY/MEN OF VALOR EVENT HELD ON MARCH 28….. This is quite a special evening and a chance to recognize people in our community who have gone over and above the call of duty to give freely from their hearts…. Those being recognized in various categories are BOBBY NESBITT…JOHN CORREA…. CYNDY LIVINGSTON …JODYRAE CAMPBELL … ALAN BEAUBIEN … PENNY LETO …DIANNA SUTTON … MAURENN DUNLEAVY…. CAPT. J.R. TORRES….DAVID WOLKOWSKY… You can honor any or all of them by attending this annual recognition dinner at the Marriott Beachside Hotel Ballroom. Event is at 6:30 pm…. Tix are $75 and include, program, sit down dinner, and cash bar…. Get tix by calling Tanya Leto at 305-296-0240…. Ex: 118…. Ask to sit at the person you are supporting’s table or to be placed adjacent to their table if their table is already filled. Hope to see you there!
FARMER’S MARKET EVERY THURSDAY, MARCH 21,28….At Bayview Park…. Lots of great produce, flowers, crafts, etc.
SCHOONER WHARF, MARCH 21,22,23…. Noon to 5, Michael McCloud…,…. 6:45-11:30 pm, Big Brown Brass Band….
AT THE GARDENS, MARCH 21,28… JIMMY OLSON at the piano from 5 to 7 pm….
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB … MARCH 21….Happy Hour, 5:30 pm…Jazz Duo…. The Peter Diamond Trio at 8:00-11:30 pm… now a full bar and food too!!!
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., MARCH 21&28…….The Shanty Hounds perform from 5:30-9:30 pm.
GREEN PARROT MARCH 21…. Ross Brown’s Cayo Ritmo at 5:30, 9 and 11 pm.
KARAOKE AT AMERICAN LEGION HALL, MARCH 21,28….From 7 to 10 pm at AMH on Stock Island…..Jerry Downs will be running the show!!!!!
BEREAVEMENT MEETINGS MARCH 21,28….If you are working your way thru the grieving process, there is support available…every Thurs. at 7:15 pm in the Klaus Murphy Center on the campus of the Basilica of St. Mary on Truman Ave. All are invited to attend.
COMEDY AT BOTTLECAP… MARCH 21&22….Comics… will have you howling all night long… I know, we have become groupies! ….Every Thurs and Friday…. 1128 Simonton St. Note that online, make sure you print the word LOCAL to get a great Local’s Discount.….ALL are hilarious and well-known comedians you do not want to miss. PLUS, our Local comedians are hysterical and outstanding!!!!! To get tix go online to www.comedykeywest.com.
LATEDA, MARCH 21……3 SUM entertains at 8:30 pm…in the Lounge! Randy Roberts is in the Crystal Room at 9 pm…
TAVERN N TOWN MARCH 21,28…. Carmen Rodriguez and Michael Thomas perform from 5 to 9 pm….
SMOKIN TUNA, MARCH 21,22,23…….Brian Sutherland performs at 5 pm….Caffeine Carl & either the Buzz or Friends 9 pm.
HAPPY MARCH 22 BIRTHDAY TO….RHETT KALMAN… DAROLD LETO … RAFAEL GONZALEZ… JUDY KOVATS….
‘YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN’ AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE, MARCH 22&23 …LAST TWO NIGHTS TO SEE THIS HIT SHOW!!!! Run, don’t walk to get your tix for this hysterical Mel Brooks Musical at the Waterfront Playhouse…. Tix are flying out of the box office so… go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015….to reserve NOW!!!!
****THE TRUE SIT-AROUND- THE- PIANO –BAR- EXPERIENCE LIVES!!..MARCH 22 AND EVERY EVE… When we first moved to Key West one of the most fun things we loved was the chance to actually sit at stools around the Piano at the Pier House when the fabulous Bobby Nesbitt entertained…. If the piano was full, we would wait until someone left and then quickly make our move….Later, Larry Smith kept the tradition going… NOW, this is about to happen once again…this time at THE LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, at 821 Duval St.!!!! On March 8 you will have the unique and intimate opportunity to recapture those days of yore….sit around the 7 foot Knave grand piano and be able to place your drink on the piano and be up close and personal with Larry (or whomever the pianist will be)….Larry Smith will kick off this ‘event’ at 5:30 pm on March 8. You will be able to enjoy the unassuming elegance of a bygone era! Drink and food specials will be offered at these 5:30 pm Happy Hour soirees!! We say Bravo! And congrats to Wayne Larue Smith and Denis Hyland for resurrecting the Little Room Jazz Club and the mystique of the Authentic Piano Bar!!!!
HEADS UP ON JERRY DOWNS NEW GIG…MARCH 22,29…Aqua Idol 2018 Winner for the Waterfront Playhouse, Jerry Downs, will be performing his classic rock and roll hits at the VFW….2200 N. Roosevelt Blvd… corner of Roosevelt and 4th St. 6:30-9:30 pm… Every Friday night, JERRY D will be the dude’s new name!!!! Good food & drink at reasonable prices….Half price on drinks from 8 to 10 pm….dinner served until 8 pm every day….Good music and a support for our Veterans…. New grand opening on Feb. 16…
FRIDAY FISH FRIES AT ST. MARY..MAR. 22…. 5 to 7:30 pm….At the Rose Renna Activity Center on Windsor Ln. All proceeds benefit the Basilica School. Dinner includes fried fish, conch fritters, pasta salad and dessert. $12 for adults and $6 for children.
CURATOR TOUR OF TENNESSEE WILLIAMS MUSEUM, MARCH 22….10 to 11 am… at 513 Truman Ave….Tour led by ‘Curator, Dennis Beaver… who will provide an overview of the highlights.
AT THE GARDENS HOTEL, MAR. 22,29,…. Michael Robinson at the piano from 5 to 7 pm… with Eric Haley singing too!
BRIA ANSARA AT BERLINS, MARCH 22,29…The wonderful Bria sings from 7 to 10 pm at Berlin’s at A & B Lobster House….
THE LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, MARCH 22….….Happy Hour at 5:30, with Larry Smith….Great Jazz every day…….The finest musicians in town ….8:00-11:30 pm…. Now a full bar and food served too!!! 821 Duval St.
COMEDY KEY WEST, MARCH 22…. At 1128 Simonton at the Bottlecap…. Great comics every single week!!!! Showtime is 8:30 pm…. Local comics warm up the crowd with amazing comed…. LOCAL online get a great discount…. Get ix at www.comedykeywest.com.
AMERICAN LEGION STARS CHUCK FOX…. MARCH 22,29….Chuck Fox performs from 7 to 11 pm at the American Legion on Stock Island!!! He is also singing for Aqua Idol and he is TERIFIC!!!!!!!
BLUE HEAVEN ON MARCH 22….10 am, it is Phil Sampson and Skipper Kripitz at this legendary restaurant….also on March 24!!!!
TAVERN N TOWN, MARCH 22,29…. Mike Emerson performs from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge.
BURLESQUE ON MARCH 22,29… Every Friday night at Aqua Sidebar, 504 Angela St. 10 pm ….Backroom Burlesque featuring local and touring stars! Doors open at 9:30 pm….
GREEN PARROT, MARCH 22,23,24…..Trae Pierce at 5:30, 9 and 11 pm. .. at 5:30 only on Sunday.
LITERACY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED…..Call Mary at 305-304-0578 for info.
LATEDA, MARCH 22&29,…3 Sum at 8:30 pm….Randy Roberts is at 9 pm in the Crystal Room….
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., MARCH 22&29… Mike Naughton….from 5:30-9:30 pm.
**FLORIDA KEYS SPCA ANNUAL SPRING SOCIAL, MAR. 22….Tix now on sale for this very popular event! At the KW Golf Club, 6450 E. College Rd….Music, dinner and a live auction and a massive silent auction….. Get tix at www.keystix.com. 5:30-9:30 PM….There are various price points for tickets.
DANCE KEY WEST & THE LOVE MAXIMUM W/SPECIAL GUEST DAVID DUSYLOVITCH ….MARCH 29…. KW Theater at 512 Eaton…. 7 pm… For tickets go to www.thekeywesttheater.com.
AMERICAN BOMBSHELLS CONCERT, MARCH 29….On the grounds of The Little White House….111 Front St….This is a dynamite show with three of the most talented gals ever…headed by the beautiful Stephanie Leone, daughter of Nancy and Ed Swift! 8 pm… get tix at www.keystix.com.
RAMS HEAD PRESENTS CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE;: THE BEATLES “ABBEY ROAD”. March 29…. 8 pm… get tix at www.thekeywesttheater.com.
PARTNERS IN PARADISE, APRIL 5… 5:30-7:30 at Tennessee Williams theatre Lobby….5901 College Rd…Help the CFFK congratulate this year’s honorees…… entertainment by Bobby Nesbitt….
HAPPY MARCH 23 BIRTHDAY TO…KIM GORDON … PAMELA SPENCE … NEWT RUCH … AMY SCALISE…. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO….AMY BONDURANT & DAVID DUNN!!
KEY WEST WALKING TOURS, MAR.23,30.….Every Saturday at the KW Library…. 700 Fleming St…. Meet there… tours are at two times…10 am and 4:30 pm…. Call 305-293-9291 to reserve.
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB… MARCH 23….Happy Hour with Larry Smith at 5:30 pm… Entertainment at 8 pm!!!!! 821 Duval St.
LATEDA, MARCH 23…3 Sum at 8:30 pm in the Lounge…Randy Roberts in the Crystal Room at 9 pm…
MARC HOUSE ICE CREAM SOCIAL, MARCH 23…..noon to 5 pm at KW Garden Club, 1100 Atlantic Blvd…. Make Your Own Sundaes, by Mattheesen’s Ice Cream….Ice cream and Fruit Social…. Treats by Blue Heaven…. Strawberry Shortcakes by Louie’s…plus goodies by KW Cakes…silent auction….raffle…. All goes to the MARC Programs…. For info call Gordon Ross at 305-294-9526…
AT THE GARDENS HOTEL, MAR.23,30… JIMMY OLSON from 5 to 7 pm… piano time!
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO…MARCH 23… Turner Harrison at 1-5 pm …Tony Baltimore from 5:30 to 9:30 pm….
TAVERN N TOWN, MARCH 23,30… Bobby Nesbitt is at the piano from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge.….
SCHOONER WHARF, MARCH 23… Michael McCloud at noon to 5….Last Mangoes Band, 7 to midnight.
KEY WEST BURLSQUE, MARCH 23,30…. At Aqua Side Bar Back Room….. 8 pm… 504 Angela St…. Show’s theme will be ‘Let’s Misbehave’…. Tribute to the days of bootleg booze and dapper dandies…step into the 20’s with a twist! Go to www.sidebarkeywest.com for tix.
HALEY,MULLIGAN, ROBINSON..SINGING IN THE 60’S..MARCH 23 & 24… This is always a magical and wonderful eve of musical entertainment by these three handsome and very talented performers, Eric Haley, Michael Mulligan and Michael Robinson!!! At 8 pm in the Tennessee Williams Cabaret Theatre…. Get tix at www.keystix.com.
JOAN OSBORNE AT KEY WEST THEATER, MARCH 23…. 8 pm at 512 Eaton St.
BUNCO PARTY FOR VETERANS, MARCH 23….The Catholic Daughters invite ALL to attend…. 2 to 4 pm at the Klaus-Murphy Center…Cost is $10… silent auction and 50/50 raffle too. Proceeds go to support the Patriot Service Dogs. At St. Mary Star of the Sea Parish.
BOOKS & BOOKS ON MARCH 30…. Book signing with Mya O’Malley…11 am to 1 pm…New author will be on hand to discuss her books in the Maggie Trilogy: Maggie, Naomi and Lillie….at 533 Eaton St.
ANNUAL KEY WEST EQUALITY CELEBRATION GALA, MARCH 30…. 5:30-8 PM AT Little White House … 111 Front St….To attend & reserve your tix, RSVP call 305-304-5126 or go to www.equalityflorida.org/keywestcelebration. Music by Terri White …. Food and open bar….Mayor Teri Johnston will be honored for her endless work to protect people of discrimination of any kind…
2ND ANNUAL BREWS & BEER FEST, MARCH 30…VIP, 4-8 pm….General admission, 5 to 8 pm…At Sunset Green at 3820 N. Roosevelt Blvd. beer from over 20 breweries, pig roast, lawn games, swimming in pool, entertainment by DJ Gyver… get tix at www.keystix.com.
ROAST FOR ANDY GRIFFITHS, APRIL 6…Roast & Roast..celebrate Andy’s 60th birthday at Beachside Marriott Ballroom…cocktails, comedy roast, Pig roast and dancing on the beach…. 5:30-9:30 pm….$100 tix … get at www.roastandy.ticketleap.com.
HAPPY MARCH 24 BIRTHDAY TO…MARY BORRELL… CHLOE HODGDON … NORA MONICO… LINDSEY HILLEGAS… JASH KHALIL… (Please remember Dennis Wade.) HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…. AMY & WAYNE CLEVELAND.
OLD STONE COFFEE HOUSE, MARCH 24……. 9 am to 11 am ….Located at 600 Eaton St….next to the United Methodist Church …. great coffee, conversation, and soulful sounds on Sunday morning. Listen, learn and start your week in a good way!!!
JAZZ BRUNCH AT HARD ROCK…TERRI & LARRY….MARCH 24,31…. 11 TO 1 PM… AT 313 Duval St. ….Only Sunday Jazz Brunch in Key West…..Great sounds from Terri White and Larry Baeder…..
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, MARCH 24….Andy Wescott & the Local Boys.. 9 pm.
JAZZ AT THE GARDENS HOTEL, MARCH 24… It is LIBBY YORK and Friends… from 5:30-8pm, new time.
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB… MARCH 24….Happy Hour at 5:30 with Larry Smith…. Barry Cuda & the Sharks..…. 8:30-11:30 pm … at 821 Duval St…. FULL bar now and food too!!!
KEY WEST ART & HISTORICAL ….ORDER BRICKS ONLINE… Get your personalized Brick and leave a legacy…. To order online go to https://www.bricksrus.com/donorsite/kwahs. For questions call Kim at 305-295-6616 ext:106. Bricks are $100… you can personalize up to 3 lines of wording with up to 18 spaces per line.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO…MARCH 24… Joe the Show from 12:30-4:30 pm…Turner Harrison, from 5:30-9:30 PM..….
SCHOONER WHARF, MARCH 24… Michael McCloud noon to 5 pm….. 6:45-11:00 pm …Last Mango Band
TAVERN N TOWN, MARCH 24,31….Rob DiStasi entertains from 5 to 9 pm in the lounge.
THE GREEN PARROT….MARCH 24… Mike Emerson and Jazz noon to 5 pm…
LATEDA, MARCH 24,31…. Tea Dance at 4 pm….3 Sum at 8:30 pm…
KEY WEST THEATER..MARCH 24….Those People Feat….Kathy Gilmour, Landon Bradbary, Pony Charvet and Joe Madaus…. 512 Eaton St.
THE SUNDAY RAMBLE, MARCH 31….At KW Theater, 512 Eaton….8 pm… get tickets at www.thekeywesttheater.com.
TWO ONE-ACT PLAYS BY TENNESSEE WILLIAMS, MARCH 31 AND APRIL 1….Directed by Stephen Kitsakos, at the Studios, 7:30 pm….Stars Jeffrey Johnson, Arthur Crocker, Kitty Clements, Alain Albertson, and Michael Catledge….Plays are ‘Lifeboat Drill’ and ‘The Kingdom of Earth’….themes of both plays encounter the idea of the unexpected rising of water, not only what lies beneath but also what lies ahead. 533 Eaton St. Get ix now at www.tskw.org.
NEW ORLEANS BLUES & BARBECUE, APRIL 7….Noon to 3 pm….Waterfrront Party at home of Kim Gordon and Steve Mizner….entertainment by Ericson Holt, Joe Dallas, Mick Kilgos and songstress, Kim Gordon….Great southern New Orleans style barbecue, ribs, chicken, the works!!!!….food by Charlie Mac’s and Turtle Kraals….all to benefit Music with Heart… Get tickets at www.keysmusicwithheart.com.
HAPPY MARCH 25 BIRTHDAY TO…HY CONRAD…. DOUG STRIPP … JEANETTE PARTILLA… ALICE KELLEY.. (Please remember Rose Frechette, Fran Verral, and Harry Ruchman.)
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB MARCH 25….The long-awaited Little Room Jazz Club is open ….. Now a FULL Liquor License and Food to order….. Come one and all to this wonderful jewel of a spot in Key West!!!!! 821 Duval St…..Little Room truly caters to the LOCALS in Key West!!!! Larry Smith Jazz Jam…. Lots of great musicians and singers participate….great fun….reminiscent of when Larry played at The Pier House.
SMOKIN TUNA, MARCH 25,26,….5 pm, High South….Cheap Dates at 9 pm…
TENNESSEE WILLIAMS FILM, ‘SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH’ ON MARCH 25.. shown at the Tropic Cinema 416 Eaton St. 6:30 pm…..
THE GARDENS ON MARCH 25….It is James King III from 5 to 7 pm…..
DUELING BARTENDERS, MARCH 25… Every Monday at Aqua Nightclub, 711 Duval St. … Ric Dery along with a special guest singer, entertain while serving drinks…. 5:30 to 8 pm… always great fun!!…
TAVERN N TOWN, MARCH 25…. Michael Thomas entertains from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge!!!
SCHOONER WHARF, MARCH 25….noon to 5 pm, Raven Cooper… Island Time Duo, starring Chuck Fox, Aqua Idol contestant..and Dave Herzog!!!! 6:45-11:00 pm…
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., MARCH 25…. The Bahama Boys 5:30-9:30 pm
LATEDA, MARCH 25…. Ronnie Lovely in the Lounge at 8:30 pm….Randy Roberts at 9 pm in the Crystal Room!!!
THANKFUL ON MONDAY…. I give thanks for all the vocalists who will be performing on Tuesday and singing their hearts out for the benefit of the Waterfront Playhouse!!! I give thanks to all those who will be there on Tuesday to support our singers and our Theater!!!! Hoping to see you ALL at Aqua Nightclub, March 19 & 26 at 6:30 pm!!!! In addition, I give extra thanks for these special persons who have touched me in special ways this week….the entire cast and crew of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN….to very giving and caring people….BIG THANKS TO DONNA BARNETT & DONNA STABILE….. George Fernandez, Sam Trophia, Kevin Melloncamp, Kate Miano, Richard Hatch, Alison Teal, Suzanne Washburn, Chris Elwell and Family, Stephanie Hellstrom, Mary Lynne Price, Lynn Kaufelt and Hands On, Eddie Goldstein, Kelly Norman and KW Theater, Libby York, Bobby Nesbitt, Christine Cordone, Lucy Carleton, Jim Salini, Carol Wightman, Amy Bondurant, Jimmy Olson, Paul Murphy, Stuart Kaufman, Ed Swift, Bunnie Smith, Ralph DePalma, Drew Wenzel & Mike Mosi, Gill Roderick, Phil Amsterdam, Paul & Pam Vereb, Maria Sharpe, Kate Regan & Ken Silverman, Mark Rossi, Leda Andrews, Susan Puskedra, the Zabars, Christopher Peterson, Schuyler Brown and Kevin Assam, Kelly Norman, Ken Weschler, Kristin LoGerfo, Peter Glicklich, Mary Ellen Beattie, Lance Harvey,Karen Beauprie, Dan Metzler, Jedd Dobbs, Rebecca Tomlinson, Penny Leto, Wayne Larue Smith, Dan Cocco & Jim Salem, Fred Greenberg and June Hudson, Reef Perkins,Laura Richardson & Salt Gallery, Maria Wevers, & Grand Café, Marybell & Johnny Maschal, Mark Rossi, Carol Tedesco, Love In Bloom Florists, Ed Goldstein, Paradise Tennis, Gina Karr, Mandy Miles, Cyndy & Howard Livingston,Erin McKenna, Blackfin Restaurant, Wayne Larue Smith, Louis Petrone,Chris Shultz, Juan Pisani, Damian DeAngelis, Stuart Kaufman,Chris Elwell and the Elwell family, Maria Sharpe, Robert Spottswood, Kim Bryant, Meredith Bolong, Susan Guadagno, Rita Linder, Carolyn Sullivan, Erin McKenna, David Sloan, Jerry Galeana, Bonnie Piceu, Evan Corns …. and of course, Bob… plus all others who are planning to help out with our Waterfront Playhouse Aqua Idol Fundraiser!!!!
LOVE TO YOU, AND REMEMBER…Be tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, and tolerant of the weak…because someday in your life…. You will be all of these.
Lynda
PS…..AND HERE’S MORE INFORMATION:
NEW SHOP OPENS IN TOWN….SEAPLANE SHIRTS…at 910 Duval St…. created and founded by proprietor Schuyler Brown….She opened this shop just recently.. her Seaplane shops in Provincetown and Palm Springs are thriving!! Why not Key West. We LOVE wonderful new shops in town!!!! These collectible shirts each carry its individual name and limited production number….they are lovable works of art… like all the great folks in Key West!!! Welcome, Schuyler!
ROCK SOLOMON’S NEW ARTISTS CO-OP…..Rock is putting this together on Truman Ave….with gallery and retail space, plus a stage and a music studio. He is looking for pro artists, musicians, designers etc. who wish to have access to studio, gallery & performance space. The co-op will share resources and artists can keep 100% of their commissions. Musicians can rehearse, record and perform. Located in old town one block from White St. For more info contact Rock at 305-570-3000.
2019 TENNESSEE WILLIAMS POETRY & SHORT STORY WRITING CONTESTS… A CALL FOR POETS & WRITERS…..Please submit works for these contests … $20 submission cost….deadline is March 1….For all details go to www.kwahs.org/events. You can also contact Dani Holliday at 305-295-6616 ex:114….All winners will be judged and awards will be presented at the Tennessee Williams Birthday Celebration.
DANCE KEY WEST & KEY WEST THEATER HAVE TEAMED UP….There will be movement and dance classes offered and workshops for all levels…Classes begin on Jan. 14…. The first week is FREE…. Mon., 5-6 pm with Kyla Piscopink….For info on classes at Key West Theater go online to www.thekeywesttheater.com. See about discounte class packages.
EDGARDO AVARADO NEEDS HELP….Local, and beloved Author Edgardo was injured by a car on S. Roosevelt on Oct. 12 and is badly in need of financial help. a Go fund me page has been set up for him at https://www.gofundme.com/Edgardo-alvarado039s-healing?viewupdates=1&rcid=r01-1541113232015-c7a82ec8abd54a8f&utm_source=internal&utm_medium=email&utm_content=eta_button&utm_campaign=upd_n . (sure hope I got this right!)
FAREWELL TO REV. LARRY HOOPER!…Rev. Larry Hooper has retired. His last service was on March 3….He and Kathy will be deeply missed!!! They are on their way to begin a new exciting life and we wish them well….
LIBRARY THEME SET FOR TENN. WILLIAMS CELEBRATION…..This event runs March 6 thru April 1 at various venues in KW. For info and details go to www.kwahs.org.
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CATHOLIC OR BEING CONFIRMED?…. The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults will hold classes at the Klaus Murphy Center from 7:15-8:30 pm…. For info call 305-294-1018 or Deacon Batty at 305-797-0656.
TROPIC CINEMA SEEKS VOLUNTEERS…..For info call John at 305-295-9493 or go to www.tropiccinema.com. Training is provided. ‘Payment’ is free movie passes and popcorn for each shift worked.
WRITE A LETTER TO CHANGE NAME OF BALLAST KEY TO DAVID WOLKOWSKY KEY .. Letters of support for this name change are requested in order to influence the final decision for the name change at the federal level. Write a letter explaining why you feel the Island, Ballast Key, should be renamed after its owner, Mr. Key West, the late, great David Wolkowsky. Write and send to Kim Lipsky at lipskykim@gmail.com. The Island will become a center for scientific research and part of the KW National Wildlife Refuge. Please participate.
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.
BUY CD FROM ‘A DOG STORY’…..Gayla Morgan and Eric Weinberger 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:…..513 Truman Ave….This wonderful Museum is now open 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.
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 Ware, 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 Himalayas… 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!!!
TAKE STOCK IN CHILDREN ORG. SEEKS VOLUNTEERS…..This marvelous, award winning scholarship program mentoring group is looking for giving souls to help mentor 50 some qualified students from lower income families ….They cannot be admitted unless a volunteer steps forward. It takes less than an hour each week. Call Chuck Licis, program coordinator at 305-394-7974 or e-mail him at chuck.licis@keysschools.com.
CUSTOM HOUSE & LIGHTHOUSE MUSEUMS ARE SEEKING VOLUNTEERS…If you have a few hours to offer as a docent, archives asst., exhibit builder, or event volunteer, please offer your services!
GRIEF COUNSELING….Bereavement Meetings are available every Thursday at 7:15 pm at the Renewal Center at St. Mary’s. All needing bereavement support are invited….for more info call VELMA CHRISTIAN at 305-294-9380….. or 305-294-1018. You are not alone. Note that VELMA is one of the dearest persons in all of Key West.
THE PISCES PERSONALITY….FEBRUARY 20 THRU MARCH 20TH!!!
This is either the sign of the saint or the sinner…or BOTH rolled into one! The symbol of Pisces are two fish swimming in different directions….and this describes the way Pisces can hit the heights or sink to the lowest depths. It’s a sign of extremes. Pisceans often come off as ‘otherworldly’….they are swayed by their emotions. The result is that Pisces is the sign of the Dreamer…the Visionary…the Saint! One of the most outstanding attributes of a Piscean is their kindness. They have a bottomless reservoir of compassion for others, even when they suspect they are being conned by them. They work hard for their favorite charities or local good causes….though you may not know anything about it as they don’t like advertising their good works. Many Pisceans say they go through life as in a dream, drifting and floating and at the mercy of whatever fate has to offer them. They have a great capacity to show emotion, and are easily moved to tears by TV shows that present suffering. They also struggle to face up to harsh reality. They hate unpleasant situations, harsh facts, and confrontations. They hate the awfulness of what is in the news….preferring to look at the world through rose colored glasses. They can actually deceive themselves into thinking things are better than they really are. They wear their heart on their sleeve, and what a huge heart they have!
They are born romantics, but that makes them very sensitive to hurt and pain. They pour out their affection to their favorite people. Most Pisceans are faithful…but some have a big capacity for deception and may be juggling a string of lovers! They see the best in others, which is why they have so many admirers. However, it also puts them at risk of potential heartbreak because it makes them blind to a loved one’s failings. The best signs for a Pisces are Pisces, Cancer, Scorpio, Libra, and Capricorn.
Pisceans are drawn to professions that are incredibly glamorous and artistic or those involving service to others. They are interested in careers as actors, photographers, dancers, designers, the cosmetic industry, and fashion. Many devote their lives to looking after others especially in hospitals, prisons and hospices. They can be totally self-sacrificing. They may also be attracted to the religious or contemplative life. Needless to say many are also living on the wrong side of the law. The best signs for a Piscean are Libra….Scorpio….Cancer and another Pisces.
WE LOVE OUR PISCES FRIENDS & FAMILY MEMBERS & WISH THEM A VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
2/20….David Ruthenberg….Stephen Hammond… Connie Cyr… (Please remember Sanford Birdsy.)
2/21…..Traci Reynolds…Brian Holden…Marti Roberts…Suzanne Coleman…Richie Ciavolino…Terry Zawacki…Dean Dressler…Joyce Ray…
2/22…..Vicky Rowden….Stephen ‘Sunshine’ Sunday….Teresa Long…Robert Nead…John Becker Good….Carlos Warner … (Please remember Edith Amsterdam.)
2/23…..Neal Ruchman…Jeffrey Ware…Justin Patrick Riley…Matt Thue……(.Please remember Bud Gruber and Fred Gasser.)
2/24…..Jeffrey Grosky……Ed Stevens…Marjorie Callen…Mark Springer ….Ed Simko…..Alberta Jackson…(Please remember Trip Hoffman.)
2/25…..Will Nethaway…Elaine Nosser….Kathy Hollering…Jim Bof…Leigha Fox…Chrissy Billimoria
2/26…..Charlie Allen…Paul Cotton…Al Romano…Ryan Michael Wojcik….(Please remember Larry Douglas.)
2/27…..Kevin Ware….…Larraine Tacke…Dan Metzler…John Schafer…Scott Zimmerman…Jim Robinson… Tommy Terpening…(Please remember John Turner.)
2/28…Bill Regardie….Brent Barrett…Nancy Lopez…Gary Zimmerman …(Please remember Dottie Faber…)
3/1…..Donald Booth…Ralph Garcia…Brad Burgess…Nolden…
3/2…Kristen Ryan…Sharon Mulvey…Michael McCabe …Jeff Bohland …Mo Brenneman…Ric Palmer…Hal Cosec…
3/3….Martha Resk
3/4…..Dana Day …Derek Karevicius……Sara Clark…Linda Solomon…Nick Batty…Trevor DeVooght..Sheila Cullen … (Please remember Mary Jane Bondesen.)
3/5…..Teresa Wallace…Carey Moore…Nancy Seidel…Theresa Dunbar….(Please remember Chuck Newman.) …
3/6…..Derrick Traylor…Elle Taylor…Greg Gotches…Debbie Josiah…Shakti Assouline…Harry Hoen…Maria Butcher…
3/7…..Judith Zabar…Michael Robinson….Wayne Guidoti…Wayne VonHest…Zubin Medora…
3/8…Joyce Stahl…Tim Dahms…Richard Badar…Eric Neiger…
3/9…..Chad Newman…Greg McShea…..Dani Hoy…Michael Epting…Ken Lasky…Shanna Frechette…John Meanix
3/10…Karen Lane….Cristina Lyn Spottswood….Ricky Ritzel…Surrey Westrupp…Peggy Beam….
3/11…..Tony Martinez…Mitzi Krabill…Patti Spot Sprague…Robin Kaplan…Jerry Coleman…Babe Robinson
3/12…..Janice Elwell….Pat West…Terri Spottswood….Matthew Helmerich…Michelle Grahl…Rev. Larry Hooper …Dee Johnson…Bob Bowersox…Eugene Robinson…Maggie Domski …Gerri Cicchinelli …(Please take time to remember our dear friend, JACK COLLINS!)
3/13….Peter Rysman……Barbara Bowers…Ryan Keiser…….Peter Batty Jr….Kristen Michelle… Larry O’Connor …Minoo Billimoria…(Please remember Bob Leiby.)
3/14…..Peter Batty Sr….Scott Hoover…Melissa Ingram….Trey Gerrald……Paul Kruger …Kimberly Tomai…Patrick New …..Jeffrey Muir …(Please remember Eugene Cernan.)
3/15…..Kathleen Peace…Gordon Ross…Tandin….Martha Robinson….Trice Denny…Kent Henry…David Forest …Heartsong Moore …David Troy Francis…Michelle Wishmyer
3/16…Kyla Piscopinck…Pamela Gasser…Vivian Zadkovich…Jerry Jeff Walker….
3/17……Scott Pridgen ….David Talpasz….Laurie Breakwell…Gary Wallace…Susan Kent …Lucy Barker … Christopher Santry…Ed Krane … Happy St. Patrick’s Day to ALL!!!!… (Please remember Bob Rybicki!!!)
3/18…Flower Conroy…Sandy Sujak…Nate Janis….Mary Thixton…Anne Rein
3/19…Janet Bengel…Sophia Stevens…Debbie Baxter…(Please remember John Wiebe.) Happy St. Joseph’s Day to all my favorite Joes’!
3/20…..Terri Wilson…Carol Moore…(Please remember Jim Nolan!)
HAPPY PISCES ANNIVERSARY TO…..
2/28…..Harrold Berry and Steve Andres
2/29…..Karl & Stacy Stahl
3/1…..Liz & John Cobley…
3/5…. Glenda & Michael Rowley
3/7….Luis & Anna Cobo….
3/9….Jim & Cindy Cameron ….. Larry & Dee Johnson
3/10…..Carole & Steve Sonstein….
3/13….Diane & Peter Strong…
3/15…Tom Thayer & John McDonald…
3/16….Melissa & Jeff Lang….Debra Dean & Patrick Lawler…Leda & Stewart Andrews….Clayton & Pam Lopez…Jeremy & Kim Wilkerson….
3/17…..Marti & Kip Larson….Carol & Tom Ratcliffe…Anne O’Shea & Brian Quattrini…..
3/18….Judy and Skip Davis
3/19…Maryann & Ned Reifschneider…Eric & Michelle Grahl…Fred & Rita Troxel…
3/20…..Ray Baker & Joe Viana…
If you are one of those interesting Pisceans, please let me know if any of the above description pertains to you. If you would like to be on the Lists please send me your birth month and day (not year) plus your anniversary month and day if applicable. Send to me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net.
Love to you and happy remembering!!!!
Lynda
THE ARIES PERSONALITY…MARCH 21 THROUGH APRIL 20
It is hard to ignore the Arien….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 Arien 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 Ariens, 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 Arien 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 Arien is crushed and let down and in lots of pain. However, Ariens 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 Arien 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 Ariens 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 Ariens. 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 Arien as spending it. They live for today and not to morrow!!
WE LOVE OUR ARIEN 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….Clifford Nowak…Scott Muir…Luis Vera….
3/22…Rhett Kalman…Rafael Gonzalez…Darold Leto…Judy Kovats
3/23…Kim Gordon…Amy Scalise…Pam Spence…Newt Ruch….
3/24…Chloe Hodgdon….Nora Monico….Robin Hansel…Mary Borrell…Josh Khalil….Lindsey Hillegas…..(Please remember Dennis Wade.)
3/25…Hy Conrad…Doug Stripp…Alice Justavich Kelly ….. Jeanette Partilla…. (Remember Rose Frechette and Fran Verral & Harry Ruchman.)
3/26…Jana Krejcirova…Cameron Murray…Kevin Melloncamp…Judy Pingston…Kenny Chesney…Glenda Rowley…(Please remember Tennessee Williams. )
3/27…..Ray Baker…..Roger Nelson….Deborah Goldman…Stephanie Sander….Carina Borders.
3/28…Pam Lopez…. (Please remember Kathy Melendy…)
3/29…Brenda Callahan …..Marc Crow…Jennifer Stevens…Kathy Stevens…Patti Roberts…Laurel Denny…(Please remember John Wickes and Stella Winiarski.)
3/30…Carol Burnham…Danny Carter….
3/31…Peggy Malloy Montgomery…..Jeff Egleston….…Yolan Findlay…Michael McMahon…Donna Stanton..(Please remember Barbara Please Hoffman!)
4/1…Lee Skillington…Mary Ellen Lapp….Alan Beaubien….John Smythe….Mary Lou Ferris…Franco Piacibello…David Marshall…
4/2…Anne Stevens…..Harry Schroeder….Stephanie Skylar….Terry Jeffers….
4/3….Tommy Wilson…Dee Dee Duecker…Chris Clifton….
4/4…George Sanders…Jenny Emerson…Billy Piscopo…Brian Taylor…..Suzie Byrd….(Please take time to remember Kitty Green and Art Gasior!)
4/5…..Lucy Carlton….Gordon Keiser..John Hamilton…Rita Brown Troxel…Bill Melchior…Dora Gholson…Peter King…
4/6….George Rutgers…..Sue Forti…(Please take time to remember Larry Harvey and Virginia Molzan.)
4/7…Mike Gillis…..…Bob Brown…Christian Monzon…(Please remember Dick Buckheim.)
4/8…Peter Arnow…Jack Eaton….Arlene Machor
4/9…..Jeffrey Harwell…Bill Roberts…Barry Philipson….Bob Scott…Richard Smolik…Pat Smith
4/10…Donna Barnett…Marilyn Maye…Ann Guth……Landon Bradbary…Janice Gruber…Renny Stevens…Carol Kiwala…(Please remember Theresa Wise.)
4/11….Rhena Dahlgren…Bob Pabian ….Michael Popovich….Laurie Jordan Nick……Jim Blahnik…West Valentino Internicola.
4/12…J.T.Thompson….Rick Worth…..Nina Crooks…Chris Skinner…Matt Zintsmaster…Keidi Ehrgott
4/13…..Annie Miners….Loretta Foreman…Liz Callaway….Don Bearden…
4/14…..Pam Vereb…Iolanda Stashenko….William Trem
4/15…Ken Peskett…Wendy Zintsmaster….Gina Maseratti…Lacy at the Oaks!!!!
4/16… Denise Chikelis…Valsin Marmillion ….Brenda Bodner…
4/17…..Vincent Zito……Julie Paterson…Phyllis Kaschub…Mike Eppenhart…Les Steele..(Please remember Tom Oosterhoudt.)
4/18….Chip Allen….Heather- Mae Potter…Gayle Miller…
4/19….Jim Salem….Walter Schmida…..Jackie O’Neil
4/20…..Amy Laura Bondurant ….Robert Spottswood…Jane Rohrschneider Carper……Sheri Lohr….Bob Esty …Christy Ryan Mack…(Please remember Mark Barauck and Marie Knox.)
HAPPY ARIES ANNIVERSARY TO….
3/21…..Pat & Dave Livesay…….
3/22….Roger & Nancy Nelson……..and…….Roberta & Basel Markow
3/23… Amy Bondurant & David Dunn
3/24…Amy & Wayne Cleveland
3/26…..Bonnie Piceu & Paul Dietz
3/30…..Vincent Zito and Cameron Murray
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… Juan Pisani & Val Marmillion ….
4/13… Helen Walker and Leo Waters…
4/14…. Peter & Holly Ilaqua….
4/17…..Danny Weathers and Alan Melnick
4/18…Amanda & Daniel Garcia
4/19…..Joe & Beth Pizzo…..Ric Dery and Tandin….
4/20…..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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