DECEMBER 16 TO DECEMBER 22 (ETC.), 2016 IN KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!!!
HAPPY DEC.16 BIRTHDAY TO…RITA LINDER
DEAR READERS…..This is my final blog for this month….We are heading for Ohio and I will not be taking my computer….I will be officially on Christmas holiday….I do have lots more than a week included…so take heed….I am also including my annual FRECHETTE GAZETTE 2016, for all those who may like to see what our year consisted of….and also the Capricorn Birthday and Anniversary Lists. Wish us well as we travel to our dear Rose Cottage at 62 Bungalow Bay Blvd., Chippewa Lake, Ohio 44215. I am excited that we will be seeing our family for Christmas but I hate the cold …and as we speak, it is only 10 degrees there and it feels like -8…..Yikes!!! Snow is in the forecast for the next three days. I am already feeling my sandpaper skin and chapped lips. Note that I will not be sending another missive out until Jan. 5th….so if you have items to send me, get them to me by at least Jan. 3.
THANKS TO CHRISTOPHER ROUNDS…..King Christopher Rounds and Patrick Hegarty hosted a most fabulous Holiday Party at Lateda for all those locals who frequent the DA! It was first class….a marvelous buffet laden with delish food….and a spectacular Dessert Buffet upstairs. Dave Bootle entertained in the Crystal Room….the place was beautifully decorated, with designs by the superb Rick Worth….and Christopher flitted around all night long wearing his chocolate Angel Wings! It was wonderful seeing everyone there having a terrific time. Big Thanks to Christopher and his amazing staff!!!
THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE WANTS “YOU” TO BECOME A MEMBER!!!….NOW is the time to go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org, to renew your membership and get your season tickets! Being a Member has many privileges, including, at the lowest level, $100, a marvelous Dining Card which gives you a 20% discount at the following restaurants….915…Bagatelle…Rooftop Café… Waterfront Brewery …Bistro 245…Café Sole … Sun Sun at the Casa… Caroline’s… El Meson de Pepe … Firefly …Conch Republic Seafood Co…Fogarty’s…Grand Café…Hot Tin Roof …Jack Flats …Spencer’s at the Reach… Ocean Grill (formerly Square One)… Southernmost Beach Café… Shor American Grill … Red Fish Blue Fish!!!!! This is a GREAT deal, and you can use this card anytime from NOW until Sept.30, 2017. Some restaurants give the discount on food only and some on the complete tab. Also includes breakfast, lunch and dinner at most restaurants!
CLOSING NIGHT PARTIES AT LATEDA…..Getting Closing Night tix for the Waterfront Playhouse Season is a hot commodity! And we want to let everyone know that Christopher Rounds at Lateda, will be hosting the Cast Party after our closing night shows all season. These are great gatherings for all who attend closing night performances and for all those who went to see the show any other time, and want to come to the closing party to congratulate and mingle with the cast members. Mark your calendars…..Another big thanks to Christopher!!!!
LAST 3 DAYS TO SEE THE NUTCRACKER, KEY WEST..DEC.16,17,18….This production is wonderful and magical in every way. You will ooh and aah at the dancing, the costumes, the scenery, the music, the children….Congrats to Joyce Stahl who gifts our town with this beautiful concert. If you haven’t gotten tix go to www.keystix.com. You will LOVE it!!!! At the Tennesse Williams Theatre
TERRI WHITE NEEDS YOUR HELP!!!!… Dear Readers….Our dear friend, Terri White has suffered one setback after another. Soon after moving back to Key West in June, she suffered a serious heart attack and was airlifted to Miami. Then, very recently, she ended up in the ER with dehydration, anemia and renal failure. She was given several blood transfusions and during her ten day stay at the hospital, had countless tests. The results were not good. She has a rare blood disease called Little Chain Deposition Disease and Multiple Myeloma. The treatment of this very serious malady is chemotherapy and it is very costly. Unfortunately, Terri does NOT have insurance. Treatments are $1,500 a week plus $1,000 for prescriptions. She and partner, Donna Barnett, are doing everything possible to acquire financial aid, but to no avail. TERRI IS IN DIRE NEED OF YOUR HELP AT THIS CHALLENGING TIME. Future benefits to raise money are being planned, but until this happens, a GO FUND ME Account has been established to help her. Terri has done much volunteering for others in the community, and now she needs YOUR help. Please go to the Go Fund Me Site to contribute whatever you are able to contribute. Go to https://www.gofundme.com/terri-white-medical-fund?ssid=805222351&pos=1.
We love Terri and her great singing voice and we are very saddened for what she is going through during this Thanksgiving Season. I hope and pray that you will find it in your heart to be kind and generous. If you have any thoughts or suggestions, I ask that you please contact Donna Barnett at donnab410@aol.com. Thank you.
BIRTHDAY/ANNIVERSARY LISTS….If you would like to be included in the Birthday and Anniversary Lists that I send out every month, please let me know your month and day by sending that info to me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net. There are special perks to being on the lists!!!! One of the perks is having your name in KONK Life on the day of your Birthday!
PRAYER CHAIN…..Please continue to remember the following in your thoughts and prayers…Bruce Moore…Terri White …..Lynda Scott….Frank and Francine Gren …Maryann Reifschneider…Gail Leadbeter…Sherrey Welch …Marta White ….Walter Lepperd……Howard & Inez Casey…Wally Stevens …..Mary Lou Hoover…Kip Larson …Bill Lodermeir…Lenny Stevens …Robin Deck …George Kling …Eric Weinberger … Rennetta Stevens….Richard and Betty Carraway …David Herndon …Lottie Domski …Frank Everhart …Anne McKee … Ron Burns …..Teresa Lawson … Zita DuPel ……. Tony Martinez …Chris Warner .…Brian Martinez and family …. Star Husky….. Ron Maranian …Marec Yooree …Virgil and Nancy Williams . … Pamella C. Bocdow. …Dee Dee Duecker … Karla Muir … Vincent Gregory …Tony Freese… Jennifer O’Lear …Margaret Taylor … Roland Ryper …Patrick Richards. Remember, there are many reasons that we pray…not just because people are ill…. I do believe that when we all send prayers and good vibes to those in need, those prayers mystically meet and surround those being prayed for. Sometimes we pray for miracles and the impossible….sometimes we pray to just cope with the results of what happens to those we are praying for. Sometimes we pray for strength to go on and to accept…sometimes we pray for thanksgiving. We are in this thing called ‘Life’ together….and we all have power within us to help our fellow man. Bless you for remembering our loved ones….Prayer changes things! Let me know if you know of anyone who should be added to this list.
PLEASE READ THIS ABOUT THE SOS FOUNDATION IN KEY WEST…..The SOS Foundation is celebrating 10 years of service to the community by launching a campaign with a goal to reach $10,000. What IS this foundation, you may ask….It is a food recovery program located throughout Monroe County in the form of food pantries and school meal programs. The SOS strives to end hunger and poverty in Monroe County…HOW? By assisting the working poor through food assistance. Believe it or not, there are many people who live here who are trying desperately to make it in this world, and the aid that is given to them via the programs sponsored by SOS, helps tremendously. 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. At this giving and caring time of year, please support the SOS Foundation. 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!
‘IT’S ONLY A PLAY’ AT THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE, DEC.16& 17….This hilarious and very smart play by playwright, Terrence McNally opened at the Waterfront on Dec. 15 and runs through Jan. 7. The NY Times just raved about it and rightly so! Directed by Murphy Davis, with set design by Michael Boyer, and starring David Black, JB McLendon, Marjorie Paul-Shook, Barry Tarallo, Maribeth Graham, Matt Hollis Hulsey, and Trey Gerrald, ‘It’s Only a Play’ takes place during the opening night party for ‘The Golden Egg, a new play on Broadway. The cast is assembled at a posh NY penthouse awaiting the reviews of the play. Fireworks, and laughs ensue. Carmen Rodriguez has costumed the cast and Trish Manley is stage manager. You will NOT want to miss this play. Call the box office at 305-294-5015 or go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org. And while you are at it PLEASE become a member and get a season subscription!!!! Thanks and Love and see you at the theater!!!
KW THEATER OPENS, “THROW ME ON THE BURNPILE & LIGHT ME UP”…DEC.16…. This new & original play, set in the FLA Panhandle…need I say more? Runs through Jan.14…512 Eaton St….call 305-985-0433 or go to www.thekeywesttheater.com for tickets.
HOLIDAY INN TOUR ON DEC. 16….Enjoy touring 5 decorated Inns in KW….self-guided…Free trolley rides to Inns…call 305-296-4959 for reservations and info.
FKSPCA HAS NEW BRICK PROGRAM….This is a special buy a brick and have it inscribed with a special name and message that will be placed on the walkway of the new Animal Shelter…a great gift for someone very special. For more info go to www.fkspca.com.
TAVERN N TOWN DEC.16&30…. Mike Emerson entertains from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge at Beachside Marriott!!!
THE GARDENS HOTEL, DEC.16,23,30,….It’s Michael Robinson with Eric Haley from 5 top 7 pm.
LATEDA….DEC.16,23,30….3 SUM at 8:30 pm….They are terrific!!!!
THE GRAND CAFÉ HAS GREAT DEC. LOCALS SPECIAL…..Maria Wevers, owner of The Grand at 314 Duval St. has done it again. She invites all locals with proper ID to celebrate 14 years at The Grand…through Dec. 23…..Locals receive 50% off all dinners and lunches….plus 50% off all wine by the glass or the bottle.
SCHOONER WHARF, DEC.16&17….noon to 5, Michael McCloud… 7 to midnight, The PAUL COTTON BAND!!!!!!..
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.16,23,30…The Denis Hyland Quartet at 8:30 pm.
FIRFIELD INN, DEC.16… Deb Hudson from 2 to 5 pm.
TROPIC CINEMA, DEC.16-22…..NOCTURNAL ANIMALS…THE EDGE OF SEVENTEEN …HACKSAW RIDGE….…LOVING….THE ACCOUNTANT…ARRIVAL …
SUNSET TIKI BAR AT THE GALLEON, DEC.16,23,30….Clint Bullard performs from 6 to 9 pm.
GREEN PARROT, DEC.16…Bill Blue performs at 5:30…..Zoso performs at 10:30 pm.
SMOKIN TUNA, DEC.16…5pm, Scott Kirby…9pm, Caffeine Carl & Friends . …
HOG’S BREATH ON DEC.16,17,18… Fradley & Cuda at 1 pm…. 5pm, Cliff Cody … 10 pm, it’s Uncle Daddy….At 1 on Sunday, it’s NFL Games….
GRUNTS, DEC.16,23,30…The Bubba System performs from 8-11 pm.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., DEC.16…Joal Rush performs 1-5pm….Tom Taylor performs from 6 to 10 pm.
SOUTHERNMOST SANTAS FOR SENIORS, DEC.16…Kristina Welburn is holding her second annual 50th birthday party at the Bottlecap Lounge… its the 2nd annual benefit to collect $10 donations to provide 200+ gift bags for solitary, often overlooked elderly Keys’ residents. Held at The BOTTLECAP, 1128 Simonton St…5 to 7 pm….food and fun….You can also make donations to the United Way of the FLA Keys…send checks to PO Box 2145, Key West, FL 33045. In memo spot, put att: Southernmost Santas for Seniors.
FREE CONCERT AT KW LIBRARY, DEC.16…4 pm at 700 Fleming St. Sean Gaskell plays songs on the kora a 21 string harp used mostly in W. Africa.
SALUTE, DEC.23….Two of Cups with Claire Caplan and Skippo perform 5 to 8 pm.
TAVERN N TOWN, DEC.23….Bobby Nesbitt is entertaining from 5 to 9 pm!!!
17TH ANNUAL UNSUNG HEROES NEEDS NOMINATIONS…..All orgs out there are asked to send in the name of your nomination for Unsung Hero…to be honored at the Luncheon to be held on Jan. 27. Nominations are due by Dec. 16. Apply online at 2017Unsung Heroes Nomination Form or fax form to 305-292-1598.
NEED A FABULOUS REALTOR IN TOWN????…..Need a realtor in town? My husband BOB FRECHETTE has been with the marvelous Compass Realty for 18 years…..Give him a call at 305-294-0584! He is the best! I promise!!!!
PUN FOR YOU….Did you hear about the cross-eyed teacher who lost her job because she couldn’t control her pupils?
POOL COTTAGE FOR RENT….Friends will have a Pool Cottage on Eanes Ln. available to rent from Jan. 14-24. If this interests you, please contact Joe Dooley at joeedooley@yahoo.com for more information and details.
CATERER, JENNIFER CORNELL BACK IN TOWN AND AIMS TO PLEASE….. Jennifer is back and we welcome her fondly….She is doing medium sized parties, and also personal cheffing. If you need someone who will give your holiday party or any affair some pizzazz, call Jennifer at 305-849-2315 or 305-294-1943. You can email her at Jennifer@smallchefatlarge.com.
HAPPY DEC.17 BIRTHDAY TO…GEORGE FERNANDEZ…KRISTINA WELBURN… JIM HENDRICK…MARY PERANTEAU…KATIE WARNER…
GINGERBREAD HOUSE PARTY, DEC.17….The Old Island Restoration Foundation partners with the KW Collegiate Academy to host a community gingerbread house- making from 11 am to 3 pm at the Oldest House at 322 Duval St….Free and open to the public.
GARDENS HOTEL, DEC.17….JAMES KING III is at the piano from 5 to 7 pm.
FAIRFIELD INN, DEC.17….Rock Solomon from 2 to 5 pm.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., DEC.17… Chad Burtch entertains12-4pm….Tony Baltimore performs from 6-10 pm.
CAFÉ SOLE….Buy one entrée get 2nd free….2 for 1 select wines by the glass daily from 5-6 pm. 1029 Southard St.
LATEDA ON DEC.17,24,31….3 SUM at 8:30 pm in the lounge. Christopher Peterson in the Crystal Room at 9 pm!!!
TAVERN N TOWN,DEC.17,24….BOBBY NESBITT is ba-ack…He entertains from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge!!
GREEN PARROT,DEC.17….Raven Cooper at 5:30…Zoso at 10:30 pm.
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.17…..Karri Daley performs 8:30-11:30 PM.
LAST 2 DAYS TO SEE THE NUTCRACKER, DEC.17&18…Get tix NOW…go to www.keystix.com. This is a spectacular holiday production that you will LOVE!!!!
GRUNTS ON DEC.17….The Bubba System Band, 7:30-11:30pm.
KEY WEST LIBRARY CHRISTMAS PARTY, DEC.17…This is the annual community Xmas party at 700 Fleming St., 1 to 2 pm….There will be a visit from the Grinch and Elsa, fun crafts and treats for the kiddies. FREE and open to the public.
LARRY SMITH CHRISTMAS CONCERT, DEC.17…8 pm at The Studios of Key West, at 533 Eaton St. Stars,Jodyrae, Camille Toler, Nancy 3, Skippo, Bubba, Jenna Stauffer, and more…get tix at www.tskw.org.
GRAND VIN, DEC.17….8 pm at 1107 Duval…$20 per person…Come join the Grand Vin Crew for their annual trolley ride Christmas light tour of KW. Benefits the Bahama Village Music Foundation.
PLANT SALE ON DEC.17…. From 10 am to noon at the KW Tropical Forest & Botanic Garden….All invited to buy great plants….
CHRISTOPHER PETERSON’S CHRISTMAS SHOW, DEC.24&25….9 pm in The Crystal Room at LATEDA…tix at 305-296-6706…this sells out so reserve!!…in the Lounge is 3 SUM at 8:30 pm…..If you have never seen this show, RUN don’t walk. It is hilarious!
ISLE COOK WINE TAST, DEC.24….at 218 Whitehead St…wine & food pairing…2-3:30 PM….$15.
ANNUAL DACHSHUND WALK ON DEC.31…. This is a true KW happening…. See zillions of Doxies and Doxie Wannabees…..The Weiner Walk is something to behold. Free to watch…Entrants meet at the corner of Whitehead and Fleming Sts…. Walk begins at noon…..get there early to get some great photos….lots of costumed canines. Thanks to Ruth Reiter who came up with this wild and wacky idea that took off like dynamite!!!!! Amazing!!!
TAVERN N TOWN ON DEC. 31….From 5 to 9 pm, it’s Carmen Rodriguez and Michael Thomas….From 9 to Midnight, it’s Bobby Nesbitt in the Lounge!!! Happy 2017!
LITTLE PALM ISLAND ON DEC.31….7 pm…Tim Mayer, Skipper Kripitz and Queen Kathleen perform. Reservations needed.
JUST SAYING……I hope you don’t mind that I put into words, how wonderful life is while you’re in the world!!!!
NEED A DJ? …..Call Jimmy Jamz Productions at 305-923-7401. The Waterfront Playhouse had him at one of their parties and he was FABULOUS!!!!
HAPPY DEC.18 BIRTHDAY TO…JOY HAWKINS…RANDY ROBERTS…GEORGE TILLMAN …DAN CARTEN…
TAVERN N TOWN, DEC.18&25…Rob DiStasi entertains from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge
ARTISAN MARKET, DEC.18…10 am to 2 pm at The Restaurant Store, 1111 Eaton St….Lots of vendors, food, musicians, entertainers, crafts, wines, cheeses, etc. Please ride bikes or walk there if possible as parking is limited.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., DEC18…6-10 pm, Jeff Clark performs.
THE MARKER RESORT, DEC.18… Chris Thomas from 5:30-7:30 pm.
RUM ROW DEC.18…Rock Solomon performs from 1-4 pm…Chad Burtch from 5-9pm.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, DEC.18….Jason Lamson & Friends at 7 pm…
SCHOONER WHARF, DEC.18….noon to 5, Michael McCloud…..7-11 pm, The Doerfels.
JAZZ IN THE GARDENS, DEC. 18…. from 5-7:30 pm…Mike Emerson and Terri White.
ISLE COOK KW, DEC.18.…..located at 218 Whitehead St….Unit 6….hosts a weekly regional wine and food event each Sat. from 2-3:30 pm…Each event features paired wines and small bites from different regions of the world. For details go to www.islecookkeywest.com.
LATEDA, DEC.18,25……Tea Dance at 4 pm….Rude Girl is the DJ….8:30 pm, 3 SUM!!!!!
CHRISTOPHER PETERSON’S CHRISTMAS SHOW, DEC.25…..This is always magical and hilarious…..9 pm in the Crystal Room at LATEDA! Also on 12/24…
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.18,25…The fab Terri White and Tim McAlpine will be performing every Sunday from 8:30-11:30 pm at 821 Duval St.
TAVERN N TOWN,DEC.18….Rob DiStasi performs from 5 to 9 pm!
FAIRFIELD INN, DEC.18….Toko Irie from 2 to 5 pm.
GREEN PARROT, DEC18… 1 to 4:30 pm….Sunday Jazz…
AMANDAH JANTZEN AT CURRY MANSION, DEC.21,25,26,27,28…. happy hour from 5 to 7 pm…. host bar and snacks….511 Caroline St.
FREE MARC HOUSE ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT, DEC.18…Like no other…takes place at the MARC House on United St….the May Sands School…3-4:30 pm… Music show & community party…all invited to come, play, and sing along! FUN & memorable!!!!
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT ST. PAUL’S, DEC.18….7 pm in the Church on Duval. A Key West Classic….tix available online till Dec.15 at http://x.co/stpaulstix $25… Rest of seats will be sold at the door that evening….cash only.
HOLIDAY CLASSIC CAR SHOW, DEC.18…held a t 7 pm at the Historic Seaport…also a toy drive for children….bring unwrapped toy, please.
JAZZ IN THE GARDENS ON DEC.25….5 -7:30 pm, it’s Larry Smith & Christine Cordone and Skippo and other guests!!!
CONGRATS TO GAYLA MORGAN & ERIC WEINBERGER…. Their musical, A DOG STORY, has opened to lovely reviews….Go to http://www.broadwayworld.com/off-off-broadway/article/BWW-Review-A-DOG-STORY-Captures-Hearts-and-Laughs-at-The-Davenport-Theater-Loft-20161123. If you are in NYC, A Dog Story runs thru March 6, 2017. Great cast, wonderful direction…music by Gayla and book by Eric….two of Key West’s favorites.
HAPPY DEC.19 BIRTHDAY TO……HOLLY MERRILL…BARB HERZOG… BILLY HOLLOWELL … HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…BARBARA & EVAN CORNS… CAROLINE & RICHARD FORBIS…
DUELING BARTENDERS , DEC.19,26…..It’s Mark Watson and Tom Luna, Dominic Pavlicek, Traci Reynolds… or Rick Dery entertaining from 5:30-8:30 pm at Aqua Nightclub…711 Duval St.
LATEDA ON DEC.19, 26…. .Dave Bootle performs in the Lounge at 8:30 pm.
PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR, DEC.19,26… Rob DiStasi noon to 3 pm.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., DEC.19…6-10 pm, Rusty Lemmon performs.
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.19…Larry Baeder & Bill Blue perform at 8:30 pm.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, DEC.19…5 pm, Scott Kirby…9 pm, Caffeine Carl & Buzz.
SCHOONER WHARF, DEC.19….noon to 5, Raven Cooper…7 –11 pm, Bahama Boyz
HOG’S BREATH , DEC.19….noon, Zack Seemiller….5 pm, Billy Nemec duo…9 pm, Andy Westcott..
TAVERN N TOWN,DEC.19…..Bobby Nesbitt entertains from 5 to 9 pm.
BOOKS & BOOKS, DEC.19…6 pm… Paula Whyman: ‘You May See a Stranger’… in conversation with Rosalind Brackenbury.
HAPPY DEC.20 BIRTHDAY TO…KRISTEN LIVENGOOD…RALPH DE PALMA … RONNIE CARRUTHERS… SEBASTIAN VISHTON…. Please remember KATHERINE RANEY!!! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…LOLA & JIM CORRIGAN!
HEAD’S UP ON AQUA IDOL, TO BENEFIT THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE….This is the BIG one…the Idol you have been waiting for since last March!!!! It is going to be the best one yet!!!! I am working hard at assembling a group of vocalists that will literally knock your sox off. You will NOT want to miss a single week. We start on Tuesday, January 10 at 6:30 pm till 8 at Aqua Nightclub, 711 Duval St. So mark your calendars and don’t make any other plans for Tuesday evenings. BE there!!!!
‘IT’S ONLY A PLAY’ AT THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE, DEC.20….Run to get a ticket to this fabulous production at the WP!!!! Get tix at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015. Runs thru Jan. 7.
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.20,27….Ericson Holt & Mark Kilgos at 8:30 pm….6 for tix.
PIER HOUSE, DEC.20…Rusty Lemon from noon to 3 pm….Rob DiStasi, 4 to 7 pm.
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, DEC.20….Scott Kirby 5pm…Joal Rush & Guests at 9pm.
HOG’S BREATH, DEC.20,21,22…noon, Joel Nelson…5 pm, Billy Nemec Duo…10pm, Andy Westcott Band.
GRUNTS ON DEC.13….Keith Franx performs from 8 to 11 pm.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., DEC.20…Robyn & Karri perform 6-10 pm
LATEDA, DEC.20…..Dave Bootle at 8:30 pm in the lounge…..Randy Roberts in the Crystal Room at 9 pm!
TAVERN N TOWN, DEC.20,27…Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas perform from 5 to 9 pm.
SCHOONER WHARF, DEC.20&27…noon to 5, Gary Hempsey….7-11pm, Island Time Duo.
RED BARN OPENS ON DEC.13…..The first show of the season at the Barn is “Picasso at the Lapin Agile”…runs thru Jan.14, 2017. Great cast….call 305-296-9911 for tix.
FRINGE OPENS ON DEC.20….’A Very Lillian Baxter Christmas’…runs Dec.20-24 only…. 7 pm at The Little Room Jazz Club….821 Duval. Go to www.fringetheater.org for tix or call 305-731-0581. Buy your tix for the FRINGE by Dec.31 and get a 20% discount.
VIRGILIO’S ON DEC. 27…Celebrate Skipper’s birthday at 9 pm with the Michelle Dravis quartet.
57TH KEY WEST HOUSE & GARDEN TOUR, DEC.27&28….4 to 7 pm…Present by the Old Island Restoration Foundation…self-guided tours in KW home decorated for Xmas….Transportation to and from homes NOT included. Tix are $30. Call 305-294-9501.
HAPPY DEC.21 BIRTHDAY TO…JOHN CORREA…ROY BISHOP…ED HEID…JUDY FARRELL… SARAH KAHN…Please remember Leslie Leonelli and Pauline Palub. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…JIM HENDRICK & DONNA.
GRUNTS ON DEC.21,28….8 to 11 pm, Eric Paul Levy performs.
‘IT’S ONLY A PLAY’ AT THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE, DEC.21 & 22….. You will not want to miss this first class comedy by Terrence McNally with an all star cast! Get tix at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015!!! A MUST SEE!!!!
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.21…Libby York performs from 8:30-11:30 pm. 821 Duval St…. 8:30-11 pm, Deb Hudson and Bob Boyd.
SMOKIN TUNA, DEC.21………5 pm, Scott Kirby…..9 pm, Chris Thomas & Joal Rush…
LATEDA, DEC.21,28….Dave Bootle performs at 8:30 pm.
SALUTE,DEC.21…The Micelle Dravis trio with Skipper & Yvan Agbo.
THE GARDENS HOTEL, DEC.21….Dom Carelli at the piano from 5 to 7 pm.
*WINO WEDNESDAY AT LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.21,28…. Locals appreciation…Little Room offers ½ off on all bottles of wine to anyone with a local ID … 2 for 1 glasses of wine every day from 3 pm to 8 pm!!!!
SCHOONER WHARF, DEC.21,28…noon to 5, Michael McCloud…7 to 11 pm, Raven Cooper.
GREEN PARROT, DEC.21… Fish Out of Water at 5:30 & 9 pm
SMOKIN TUNA SALOON, DEC.21…5 pm, Scott Kirby…9pm, Chris Thomas & Friends.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO., DEC.21,28….Din Allen performs 5-9pm.
PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR…DEC.21…4 to 7 pm, Michael Naughton performs.
TAVERN N TOWN, DEC.21&28…Rob DiStasi performs from 5 to 9 pm at the Marriott!
AMANDAH JANTZEN AT CURRY MANSION, DEC.21,28…AT 511 Caroline St…. great jazz music and song from this sultry entertainer.
CUSTOM HOUSE FIRST ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT & BAZAAR, DEC.21….5 to 9 pm at the Custom House on Front St. Light show…artisans selling wares…Choirs and musicians performing….all invited.
NEW RESTAURANT HAS GRAND OPENING PARTY, DEC.21….Owner Marco Delzetti invites everyone to his new Italian restaurant, BUSCHETTA at 112 Fitzpatrick St. between Greene & Front Sts. 6 to 9 pm….For more info call 305-517-6282 or stop by to dine and Prego! Open daily for lunch and dinner.
SOUL OF KEY WEST CALENDAR 2017 IS FOR SALE….Makes a great gift…enjoy this calendar with KW entertainers pictured and listing major music events in KW along with birthdays of your fave musicians….$12.95. plus shipping. Go to http://www.rwdepalma.com/shop. Special offer….buy Volumes 1 &2 of Ralph DePalma’s fab books and get the calendar FREE. For that go to https://mkt.com/rwdepalma_soul?square_lead=button.
HAPPY DEC.22 BIRTHDAY TO…MELODY MOORE…SCOTT WILSON…PAT BURGE …Please remember Bob Decker.
THANKFUL ON THURSDAY!!!!…..I am thankful for each of you, my dear readers… thanks for your caring and your support….and patience. I also want to give special thanks for Kristen Ryan… … Jerry Galeana….Clayton & Mary Ellen Beattie….Joyce Stahl…Christopher Rounds…Dave Bootle …. Lee Garrison…..and for all the wonderful vocalists who will be singing for Aqua Idol for the Waterfront Playhouse starting on January 10th!!!! It will be the BEST one ever!!!!
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.22…the Hal Howland Trio performs at 8:30 pm.
MUSEUM FILM SERIES….DEC.22….’Welcome to this House’… a documentary film on the homes and loves of poet, Elizabeth Bishop…6-8pm at The Custom House. Call to reserve.
BOBBY NESBITT BACK AT LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, DEC.29….The wonderful Bobby Nesbitt will be performing at 821 Duval St. from 5:30 to 7:30pm….every Thursday, except for Dec.22 and Jan 12…..Mark your calendars and be there!!!!
GREEN MARKET AT BAYVIEW PARK EVERY THURS., DEC.22,29….9 to 2 pm….many vendors selling produce, homemade crafts, pickles, veggies, bread, antiques, art, clothing, etc. Gina Maseratti entertaining….
BO’S FISH WAGON ON DEC.22,29…..Southernmost Magnolia Band performs from 6 to 9 pm….a unique blend of Cajun, country and bluegrass…led by singer, Maggie Moniz… with Steve Gibson, Cindy Jefferson, Chuck Sherman Located on Caroline St. near Historic Seaport.
SCHOONER WHARF, DEC.22,23,24…noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud…..Red Head Express 7 pm till 11 or midnight.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO, DEC.22&29…Rick Fusco performs at 6-10 pm.
COMEDY THURSDAYS AT THE BOTTLECAP….DEC.22,29…..Every Thurs. at 7:30 pm ….$10 & $15 at the door…..1128 Simonton St
LATEDA, DEC.29… 3 Sum is in the Lounge at 8:30 pm….Christopher Peterson in the Crystal Room at 9 pm!!!!!
GARDENS HOTEL, DEC.22….Jimmy Olson is at the piano from 5 to 7 pm!
PIER HOUSE BEACH BAR, DEC.22……Brian Roberts from noon to 3 pm.
SUNSET TIKI BAR AT THE GALLEON, DEC.22….. Tony Baltimore from 2:30-5:30 pm.
SUNSET PIER ON DEC.22….The Happy Dog performs every Tues. at the Ocean Key House on the pier.
GREEN PARROT, DEC.22…Taylor Mac Band with Chris Spies at 5:30 & 9 pm.
TAVERN N TOWN, DEC.22,29….Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas entertain from 5- 9 pm.
SMOKIN TUNA..DEC.… Scott Kirby at 5 pm ……9pm, Caffeine Carl & the Buzz.
CHICAGO’S ON DEC.22,23,24…at 8 pm…Jazz in the Snow benefit for FKSPCA…with Larry Smith, Queen Kathleen, Bubba, Marty Stonely and Skippo!
PAULS POUNDSTONE ON DEC.22…This popular comedienne performs at The KW Theater at 312 Eaton St….call for tix.
HANNUKKAH CELEBRATION ON DEC.22…All are invited to attend this ceremony at 5:30 pm at Bayview Park…for the lighting of the Menorah…
HAPPY DEC.23 BIRTHDAY TO …DAVE BOOTLE, MEDA BAHLKE LINDA RUSSIN & SUZANNE PERANTEAU!
LOVE TO YOU, AND REMEMBER…Here’s to tall ships…here’s to small ships….here’s to all the ships on the sea. But the best ships are friendships….Here’s to you and me!
Lynda
PS…..AND HERE’S MORE INFORMATION:
IMPROMTU CLASSICAL CONCERTS INVITES YOU TO BECOME A MEMBER…. There are various levels of membership and each level has its own special perks. Subscribe now by going to www.classicalconcertstskw.org. The season begins in January!
KEY WEST FOOD AND WINE FEST…JANUARY 25-29…..Over 30 events from opening night at The Casa Marina on the beach….not too early to start ordering tix at www.keywestfoodandwinefestival.com. For more info contact mark Ceronio at 800-474-4319 or go to dolce@dolceeventsandmarketing.com.
MARY ELLEN’S NOW OPEN….Located at 420 Applerouth Ln….Lots of yummy comfort food…great fries…grilled cheese…Bands…Late night Food….Trivia…Juke Box … UFC …Football…Shot Specials…Dj’s…Good Eats….Open LATE!!!!! Great!
STAR OF THE SEA OUTREACH MISSION NEEDS VOLUNTEERS….To help with the food pantry on Stock Island….This mission serves hundreds of the community’s needy operating Mon-Fri. Call Donna at 305-407-5967 for info.
TENNESSEE WILLIAMS EXHIBIT:…..Admission is FREE….Self-guided tours are available to locals and visitors at the Tennessee Williams Exhibit located at 513 Truman just off Duval. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm…Mon.-Sat. Many new items are on display, including memorabilia collected while the Exhibit was on loan to the Museo Nacional De Bellas Artes in Havana, Cuba…..Also on display is Williams’ 1932 Univ. of Mo. Yearbook, Savitar, in which one of his early poems is given a full page. Videos provide info about the life & work of the iconic author who made KW home for 34 years. For more info or to request a guided tour, go to twkw.org, phone DENNIS Beaver at 305-842-1666 or email exhibit@twkw.org.
HUGH’S VIEW AT THE STUDIOS…..Over $300,000 has been raised for this project… but more is needed to make this dream a reality! Make donations to TSKW and indicate your donation is specifically for HUGH’S VIEW, and send to Jeffrey Ware at 1400 Olivia St., KW, 33040. This is a separate fundraiser from any others at The Studio. The plan is to create a lovely Rooftop Garden atop the new Studios Bldg on Eaton St…..it will provide a marvelous panoramic view of Key West…and since La Concha shut its doors to us, it will be most welcome indeed. For more info, contact Jeffrey at jcwkeywest@comcast.net. For those who are wondering who Hugh is…. He is the most adorable father of Jeffrey, who left his mark in Key West….who loved it here, and who passed away….from this earthly home but not from our hearts! Hoping to raise enough money so that by the end of 2015, Hugh’s View will be a Truism…. And that we can all gather together, lift our glasses from atop the Garden and toast HUGH’S VIEW!!!!!
5% DISCOUNT FOR YOU & THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE….Jennifer Badry, jewelry designer to the stars, is offering you a 5% discount plus %5 will go to benefit the Waterfront Playhouse….Just let her know. Mention that you read about this offer in my blog…go to ‘7 Artists Gallery’ at 122 Duval St. and these discounts are applied. Jen is arguably one of Key West most fabulous Jewelry Designers.
GRACE ON FRANCES STREET….This is a glorious 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 & Frances Sts. Owned by Wendy Asplundh, she of the exquisite taste… and her great and dedicated staff includes Samantha Rivier, Dorthe Thure, and Jolie Witherow. Tis the season to be pampered so visit GRACE!!!
LA RUBIA KEY WEST….….Stephanie Hellstrom (THE Blonde!) is the owner of this delightful shop at 510 Fleming St….next to Assortment….You can purchase hand woven Panama hats, handcrafted wearable accessories, and organic chocolates from Ecuador…. along with handbags, scarves, bamboo wraps, jewelry and more. What a pleasure it is to have some unique and interesting new shops in Key West!!! Congrats to Stephanie. Call 296-6059 for more details!!!
BACK BAR AT AQUA & SIDEBAR AT AQUA…Open daily from 5 to 11 pm….great place to hang!!! In the back of the nightclub at 711 Duval.
TAKE STOCK IN CHILDREN ORG. SEEKS VOLUNTEERS…..This marvelous, award winning scholarship program mentoring group is looking for giving souls to help mentor 50 some qualified students from lower income families ….They cannot be admitted unless a volunteer steps forward. It takes less than an hour each week. Call Chuck Licis, program coordinator at 305-394-7974 or e-mail him at chuck.licis@keysschools.com.
CUSTOM HOUSE & LIGHTHOUSE MUSEUMS ARE SEEKING VOLUNTEERS…If you have a few hours to offer as a docent, archives asst., exhibit builder, or event volunteer, please offer your services!
SWING DANCE LESSONS EVERY WED….7 pm at Paradise Health & Fitness, 1706 N. Roosevelt….Instructors Lucy Carleton ….runs thru Dec. 11…call 296-6348.
GRIEF COUNSELING….Bereavement Meetings are available every Thursday at 7:15 pm at the Renewal Center at St. Mary’s. All needing bereavement support are invited….for more info call 305-294-1018. You are not alone.
THE FRECHETTE GAZETTE***DECEMBER, 2016
DECK THE HALLS WITH BOUGHS OF HOLLY!!! Another year has flown by, and with it countless memories, thankfully, most of them joyful! As soon as we got back to KW in Oct., we barely unpacked the car and we began running to Fantasy Fest Events… parties and getting costumes together….And it was a wonderful FF week indeed. We were elated to have good friend, Broadway Baby, Bruce Moore join us for five days. He performed at the Headdress Ball and brought down the house with his rendition of ‘I Am What I Am.’ It was especially poignant as Bruce was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and has been undergoing chemotherapy at Johns Hopkins Hospital. His illness sure hasn’t affected his voice…he was better than ever. At one point, he removed the turban he was wearing as part of his costume, and there he stood…bald head and all… a powerful moment. He got a well-deserved standing O. ….As soon as FF was over it was Thanksgiving and it was lovely sharing the holiday with many close friends who have become our KW Family. And now… time for Christmas! We bought our Tree at the MARC House the day after Thanksgiving, and Bob began bringing the 30+ boxes filled with decorations down from the attic. Because we are going to Ohio for Christmas, we opted to not put up our usual 11 ft. tree this year. We do have an adorable live tree in our Family room. We placed our vintage feather tree on a Victorian table in the Living Room. In years past, it was in the dining room. It is a special and unique tree, decorated with antique ornaments given to me by my late sister-in-law, Nancy. It is a real treasure, as she was. It is that time of the year when I get very nostalgic as I unpack all our decorations and recall where I got them or who gave them to me. When I was a young married woman, I remember my many years of buying goodies from Bernice Schuckert at her magical Studio Shoppe in Ohio. Everywhere I look is something to remind me of her. She is still going strong at nearly 90 and I love hearing from her every year. And then there is my friend, Michael Pelkey, who has a knack for surprising me with Christmas Goodies in beautifully decorated packages …also Patti-Cake Hayes who has started me on a collection of lovely Rothko ornaments…..and dear goddaughter, Sally who always makes our Christmas special ….plus my three B’s…. Bobby, Bruce, and Billy, who really have the spirit! This truly is the season of cherishing and remembering the beauty and blessings in one’s life!
OUR CHILDREN, ROB FRECHETTE & MELISSA LANG This year we got to see our children both in the Chicago area where they live, and also when they visited us at Rose Cottage at Chippewa Lake….great visits all. Weather permitting, we will see them in Ohio for Christmas too! Rob is still enjoying his job at American Weathermaker in Chi-town. He is an avid sports enthusiast and still competes in Musky fishing tournaments. His lovely daughter, Lexy graduated with honors from high school in June and now she is a frosh at Western Kentucky University…doing outstanding school work and she is also on the Equestrian Riding Team at the College…and winning competitions too! We are all quite proud of her accomplishments. Melissa is still working at Northbrook Toyota…I do believe the place would not survive without her….she seems loved by the staff …She enjoys baking and cooking, and is now in a weekly Dart Club….She and husband Jeff have a menagerie at their home…last count, 4 dogs and 2 cats. Melissa’s son, Jonathan is still living in Georgia and is working for Uber and part time at a local restaurant. We were elated that Melissa was able to visit with us in Key West for the Songwriter’s Festival for the third year. It is a great time, and we look forward to her visit with us in KW every year.
THE CURSE IS OVER!!!! You can take the man out of Cleveland, but you can’t take Cleveland out of the man! That sure pertains to the Cleveland Sports Teams. For years Cleveland suffered with losing teams…one after the other. But NOT this year! I am proud to say that the monkey is off our back. The Cleveland Cavaliers, led by LeBron James brought the NBA Championship to us! It was a huge thrill for the Fans and for the City. We also came SO very close to winning the World Series, but were defeated by another long-suffering team, the Chicago Cubs, in the 7th game of the playoffs. Now…if only the Cleveland Browns could find a way to win at least one game!!!!
TRAVELS ALONG THE WAY!!! Of course we travel to and from our two favorite places in all the world, Key West, FL and Chippewa Lake, Ohio. Generally, we are in KW from mid October until mid June…and then we head north for dear memory-filled Rose Cottage. Each one of these towns has divine sunsets, great character, and wonderful characters whom we adore! I enjoy traveling. But being a true Cancer (July 20), I love returning to hearth and home, surrounded by the things I love. We did go to Chicago in August, not only to see our children, but to attend the Barbara Streisand National Concert Tour. We always hoped to see Frank Sinatra in concert and never did, so when Babs came around we got tix right away. And it was sensational to say the least….a memory to treasure forever. We also did our late August 22 anniversary trip to NYC…stayed at the Iroquois Hotel, and saw 5 great shows…Waitress…On Your Feet…The Humans… Act of God…and The Color Purple. It was also super connecting with New York friends, Paul Smith, George Sanders, Shawn Curran and Gayla Morgan. We love New York!!!!
WE ARE SO VERY HONORED!!! On March 10th, Bob and I were honored by the Samuel’s House at their Annual Women of Integrity and Men of Valor Awards Dinner at the Grand Ballroom of the Marriott Beachside Hotel. We were humbled to be acknowledged for our contribution to the Arts in Key West. It was meaningful to have so many of our dear Key West friends there to support us. On a much sillier note….I received another award this year….I won the Costume Contest at the La Cage Aux Folles party at The Studios!!!! Great fun!!!!
LIKE SAND THROUGH AN HOUR GLASS, THESE ARE THE DAYS OF OUR LIVES…. We are still deeply involved in the Arts in KW….proud to be on the board of the esteemed Waterfront Playhouse. I am once again coordinating Aqua Idol, a benefit for the Playhouse. It is our version of American Idol. I assemble a great group of vocalists to compete for 11 weeks, and they sing their hearts out to raise money for our theater. I also do a weekly blog that is sent to over 1,500 people….Additionally, it is on the website, www.conchtv.com. It informs everyone about what is going on in town every single day. Check it out. In KW we have way too much fun… we are out and about just about every night.. Also, I am still playing tennis both in KW and Ohio…Bob prefers golf. I also enjoy reading, gardening, antique collecting (I know, I should be getting rid of stuff!), going to movies, dining out, and a good glass of wine too! There are still not enough hours in the day to do all the things we want to do. One thing that makes me elated is that there is no one I would rather be doing these fun things with than my husband, Bob!!!! How did I get so lucky?
OH WHEN THE SAINTS GO MARCHING IN!! Do any of you remember the large wooden statues of Sts. Frances and Anthony who held court for years in the By George Bar at Lateda? Anyway…when Christopher Rounds bought Lateda and remodeled the Lounge, there no longer was a place for them there. I asked about them and happily, we were able to acquire them from Christopher. That was the good news. The bad news was that they were in much disrepair. But no longer! We commissioned dear friend, and artist, Perry Arnold, to repair them….and he did an amazing restoration job, bringing them back to their former glory. As we speak, they are on either side of our front door….wreathes surround their necks and they are now ‘holding court’ at our home on Caroline St. No doubt, our friend, the late former owner of Lateda, Mark Barck, is smiling from heaven knowing that Frank and Tony, as I affectionately call them, have found a loving home with us.
DENNIS STEVENS With all the joy happening at this time of the year, there is also great sadness. One especially sad note was losing my beloved cousin Dennis Stevens. He and his family were here in the Keys for a week around Easter….had a marvelous visit with them….The day before leaving he complained of numbness on the side of his head. When they arrived back in Ohio the next morning, they went directly to the ER. He had a rare bleed on his brain. They operated, and thought he would be alright. We were ecstatic. That lasted very briefly, as hours later he contacted another bleed and he died instantly. Folks….we are all still in mourning for his loss. Who would believe that one week we were laughing and celebrating together in Key West and the next we are flying to Cleveland for his funeral. There are no answers. I find comfort in the zillions of great memories we have of Dennis, a truly wonderful man…as dear as dear can be, with a heart as big as the sea…. and that his last memories were of how happy he was to take his family to the Keys for this amazing vacation.
IN MEMORIAM Our hearts ache with the loss of so many other very precious persons in our lives. I ask that you join me in remembering… ….KATHY MELENDY…ED KNIGHT…BUD GRUBER…KATHY CAWLEY…TOM OOSTERHOUDT … EDITH AMSTERDAM… ED BLOCK… GREGG McGRADY…CONNIE GILBERT…PAUL HILSON …TED WATSON …GEORGE MAURER…JEFFREY WIEBELT… ALAN FERGUSON …LEE DODEZ… JUDY WOOD …TOM NEWTON …VIRGINIA GROETZ…MARION DE PIERO…MANNY MADRUGA …PAVEL KETCHUM… GERRIE KRIEGER …WANDA McNEIL…SOPHIE LUCZAK…TEGAN SLATON …DOTTIE SCHWARTZ…GENE NOWAKOWSKI … KYLE DEMPSTER…MAGGIE GUTIERREZ…SOPHIE FLOWERS…STEVE CALDERWOOD…. DENNIS STEVENS.
CHRISTMAS IN OHIO We are looking forward to being with the family for 8 days. We will fly to Cleveland…drive to Rose Cottage and open it up….probably build a fire in the fireplace….do a bit of decorating and get in the spirit of the season up North. Christmas Eve will be spent at my brother Ed and his wife Amy’s home in Westlake, O. Bob will be roasting his famous turkey and dressing for the Feast. There should be about 20 of us there to celebrate….dine…and exchange gifts….reminisce and just love one another. Looking forward to seeing all the nieces and nephews and their kids and of course, our children, Rob and Melissa. I am hoping to hear from you during the holidays….if you want to send us a card, please send to 330 Caroline St., Key West, FL 33040. We LOVE Christmas mail. If you do not have our email addresses, please note that mine is kwlynda@bellsouth.net and Bob’s is rfrechette@bellsouth.net!!!!!
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL AND TO ALL A GOOD NIGHT!!! This Christmas, I ask that you hang on to your loved ones….be kind and forgiving….reach out….If you care about someone, let them know. I ask that you take time to remember those who are shut in or going through challenging times in their lives. Be patient…listen…be thoughtful…If someone apologizes to you, accept their apology and move on. Don’t judge….I ask for prayers for good friends, Bruce Moore, Terri White, Maryann Reifschneider, Gail Leadbeter, LiLianne Brouillard, George Kling, Eric Weinberger, and Brian Martinez who are dealing with serious health issues.
This has been a rough year politically. It seems like the presidential campaign went on way too long. However you voted you must agree that the country is in turmoil. We are a great but a divided nation right now. Join me in praying that our leadership does a good job of keeping our country safe . The United States has always been the greatest nation in the world and the envy of all. Let it continue to be so. Keep in mind that we ARE One Human Family and that Love and not Hate is the answer. There are a lot of challenges ahead, but I believe in the strength and unity of the American people and our ability to move forward and be strong…no matter what obstacle might be in the way! Amen and Hallelujah!
In the meantime, have a wonderful Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza or whatever you may be celebrating… may you find good friends or family to enjoy the holidays with. Be careful…safe….party sensibly…. And may we all have a spectacular New Year! CHEERS FOR 2017!!!!!
Much Love and joy always!!!!
Lynda and Bob Frechette
*** THE CAPRICORN PERSONALITY…DEC. 22 TO JAN. 20 ***
Capricorns are terrific company and are known for their wonderful sense of humor. They are also the perfect person to turn to in time of any crisis. Anyone who has enjoyed a good laugh with a Capricorn will want to come back for more. One of a Cap’s greatest strengths is learning from experience. They know how to turn a bad mistake into a valuable lesson. And that is important, as it is a rare Capricorn who goes through life unscathed. Most have their crosses to bear, but they usually grit their teeth and get on with it. This endurance and sticking power stays with them through life. Capricorns do have a tendency to be a tad pessimistic…seeing the glass half empty rather than half full. They often have a feeling that something awful is just waiting to happen, and if their fear comes true, they can become quite depressed. They are often fearful about the future and they need sympathetic listeners so they can unburden themselves. Reputation is very important to Capricorns. They want to be seen in a good light at all times by everyone. They often dress quite formally, as though they would let themselves down if they wear anything too casual. They tend to wear blacks and grays rather than bright colors. Another Capricorn bonus is that they never seem to age. Other signs will age, but the reverse seems to happen to a Capricorn. In fact, they seem to get younger right before your eyes. They mellow, learn to relax, and by the time of old age, they can make teenagers look positively boring!
In love, Caps always want to give a good impression and seem in control. On the surface they may appear to be calm and collected but they aren’t nearly as emotionally unruffled as they seem. Deep down they are extremely shy and vulnerable. Their feelings are easily hurt, and they will distance themselves emotionally from people as a form of protection. Caps are not noted for their demonstrative affections and they are very shy about expressing their feelings. The thought of rejection is appalling to them. Thus they shy away from scenes and close relationships, as they do not want to get hurt. Though Caps can be quite solitary creatures, they benefit from being in a loving relationship. Caps have a very traditional view of long-term relationships, believing that the man is the breadwinner and the woman should stay and take care of the house. Nevertheless, despite all of these issues, they can be hot stuff in the boudoir. The best signs for a Capricorn are Aries, Taurus, Cancer, and Capricorn!!!!
In career the Capricorn shines! They strive to be taken seriously by the world and their job is a way to prove themselves..and they devote lots of time to it. Life is often a struggle for a Cap until at least the 30th birthday….when things become easier and their careers begin to soar. They are quite ambitious and harbor secret plans to go right to the top. They are a valuable member of any work team…they can be relied on as they have a strong sense of duty….they may be chained to the desk long after everyone else has gone home….and they are often Workaholics! Career paths they find appealing are big business, dentistry, medical field, civil service, and government work. Even though it may be lonely at the top, they will manage beautifully.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR SPECIAL CAPRICORN FRIENDS AND FAMILY MEMBERS!!!
12/22…Scott Wilson……Pat Burge…Melody Moore…Please remember Bob Decker.
12/23…Dave Bootle…Linda Russin…Suzanne Peranteau…Meda Bahlke…
12/24…Lester Boatwright…Michael Philip…Sr. Jane Silk…
12/25…Chris Lippa…Bill Belobraidich (my dentist!)…Bill Porter…Emil Imbro
12/26…Richard Watherwax…Alissa Russin…Please remember Lincoln Borchik.
12/27…Robin Deck…Skipper Kripitz…Ruth Cahoon…Remember Terry Muir
12/28…Fr. John Baker…Jeff Johnson…Kelsey Wilson…..Bernard Sledz…Lou Hernandez…Bob Perlow… Kelly Farrel …Leigh Pujado…Dawn King
12/29…Kitty Clements…Dan Cocco…Patti Ross…Larry Potoczak…
12/30…Beverly ‘Nauni’ Baillou…Peg Oppanheimer
12/31…Bob Badgerow…Gail Lima…Kim Romano…Michael Citro…Leda Andrews…Chris Stone…Melissa Tausche…Daniel Margil….
1/1…..Kip Larson…Kristen Wilson…Phyllis Gagner….Chuck Ballish….
1/2….. June Hudson…Martha Barnes…
1/3…..Jean Carper…Howard Livingston…Genevieve Isaksen…David Herzog…Carol Monaghan…
1/4…..Keith Lapp…Kimball Ingram ….Chris Higgins
1/5…..Tish Manley…..Michael Munoz…Karen Ryan…
1/6…Cyndy Livingston…Helen Harrison…Michael Roth…Jack Behmke……Ginger Boncek …Mindy Duecker…Emily Domski ….Please remember Patrick Junior Winters and Paul Hilson!!!!
1/7….Anne Fisher-Wood…Frank Gren…Jodell Roberts…Jules Moodley
1/8….John Hammond….Bonnie Bajko…Maureen Ryan….Please remember Milly Ashmore.
1/9… Tevis Wernicoff…..Please remember Neal Harman.
1/10…..Greg Policastro…Mary Lou Hoover…Michael Boyer…Mary Piskar…Bruce Paterson…Please remember Mary Jo DaSilva and George Maurer…
1/11…..Please remember…..Ed Knight and Kathy Cawley…
1/12…..Mary Grusin…Lynne Vantriglia
1/13…..Bob Arnold…Jim Wallace…Devon Reimers.
1/14…Linda Beach…Michel Appellis…Jessica Geide
1/15…..Steve Andres…Sheila Taylor…Alexander Hunt…Sophia Peranteau…Kay Breslin…
1/16…Rebecca Tomlinson…Michael Fatica……Sally Galbraith…Joe Shaw…Diane Strong..Please remember Richard Crooks.
1/17…Blake Hunter…Scott Hall…Ron Stadnik…Paige Dillow.…..Please remember Mabel Paul
1/18…..Tim Wegman…Jennifer Cornell….Eric Dean Davis…Carol Blaha Frac.
1/19…Kathy Haymaker…Nikola Czerny…
1/20….Clayton Beattie…Stacy Ortiz Washington …Gina Karr…Stephen Selka…Steve Richardson …Nancy Boyce…Linda Curtis…Nancy Norris….Take time to remember Gladys Rybicki and Joy Peck.
HAPPY CAPRICORN ANNIVERSARY TOA….
12/24….Bobby Nesbitt & Michael Mulligan…Anne & Dave Rein
12/27…Nancy & Javier Lopez…Marion & Charlie Strauss…
12/28…George & Linda Beach
12/29…..Keith & Redza Dempster…Don & Mary Lynne Furth…Janet & Charlie Bengel…
12/31….Pat & Carey Moore…..Terri & Phil Wilson
1/1/…..Carol Tedesco & Michael Shields
½…Margaret & Ken Domanski….David & Irene Eyer
1/5…..Karen & Vince Taporowski….Peter & Linda Rysman
1/11…..Roberta DePiero & Reef Perkins…Teresa & Jim Wallace…Mark Buczak & Jon Grimm.
1/12….Virginia & Taylor Doebler
If you are one of those Capricorns, please let me know if any of the above description pertains to you in any way. If you receive my blog and are not on these lists, please send me your info to kwlynda@bellsouth.net, and I will gladly add you. We send love and best wishes to all celebrating their birthdays and anniversaries during this time period.
Love to you,
Lynda
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