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MAY 20 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2020 …. KEY WEST WITH LYNDA….

MY DEAR READERS….   Lots of new places re-opening and things going on!  Please know that even though things are opening, the rules and restrictions will still apply.  I also want you to know, that we are in the process of getting ready to leave Key West for the summer… back to our dear Rose Cottage at 62 Bungalow Bay Blvd., Chippewa Lake, Ohio 44215 (for those who want to stay in touch).  Not sure exactly when we will get it all together to depart… but this may be the last Installment of “Key West With Lynda” until we get back to Ohio….. I will send again after we are all settled in.  Hope you will stay in touch and keep me informed on what all is happening and opening up.  Most of all stay well, healthy and safe!  L
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WEDNESDAY
HAPPY MAY 20 BIRTHDAY TO…..DIANA BRADY RHOADES…..JOE McMURRAY ….TONY ROBERTS…. MONICA DENK …. RON CHMURA …. (Please rememberr Andy Ashmore….. Fr. John Weigand …. Tom Ratcliffe.)  HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO….. KELLY & MINGO CASTELLANOS…. AND SUE & MINOO BILLIMORIA…..

HAPPY MAY 27 BIRTHDAY TO…. BOB HOULIHAN … CALL WERNICOFF … COLE STEVENS…..  HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO ….. PAT WEST AND CHIP ALLEN ….. AND JAMES & KIM FISHER.   

DEAREST READERS…..So far we have pretty much hunkered down, followed the rules, and have somehow survived it all.  Because of the great leadership in the Keys and Key West our numbers of infected people have been small…. and thankfully, only three deaths.  Now I hear that the blockades at Key Largo are to be done away with on June 1  hotels, restaurants,  museums, etc. will be opening up.  Rules are still supposed to apply and people are asked to continue with social distancing wherever you may go and to adhere to ‘the rules’ we have come to accept as a way of life during this time.  What are the odds that this will happen?….  That people from Miami and other places that have been Hot spots won’t drive down here to party and let off pent up steam?  What are the odds that we will not have any new cases of Covid-19 popping up?  Could we be that lucky?  Does it matter if people who are asymptomatic come down here and possibly expose the virus  to Key West residents who have been so vigilant?  I guess only time will tell.  We are all more aware of what we have to do to stay well…. and we must continue exercising good common sense, even when things open up.  If all of a sudden we are inundated with new cases, there will have to be a reassessment of what should be done.  I think that is how it will work for a long time…..so far our leaders in the Keys have done an admirable job.  We must put our faith and trust in them and their thoughtful and often difficult decisions and go from there.  We must also believe in the owners of all businesses in town that they will do everything in their power to protect the locals and tourists who visit their wonderful establishments.

THE NATIVES ARE RESTLESS….. To Open Up… or NOT to Open Up?….That is the Question!!!! I know there are people who are very anxious to get back to work.  These are the brave folks who are the ones who take care of our residents and tourists…. the service community….. some have not been receiving a paycheck in weeks… and are getting antsy to start being productive again.   I totally understand where they are coming from.  It is a double edged sword and there are no easy answers.   Personally, one side of me thinks keeping closed for for a whole lot longer is the way to go……but I also think  that if a store, restaurant, or hotel want to open up, and they are abiding by all the new cleansing protections recommended…. and their staff wants to return to work and do the same,  then so be it.  And if you have been sequestered and self-quarantined for a long time and you are ready to venture out that will be totally up to you.  Up to now we have all pretty much adhered to the rules and we have kept our Island Paradise healthy… much because mostly locals have been here.  It could be a whole new thing when everyone starts returning in droves and they throw caution to the wind and do not follow any of the rules that will still be in effect.   After living here for many years and once being a tourist myself, I have come to know as fact that many who visit Key West have a “No one is the Boss of Me” attitude….that they can act and do anything and get away with it.   I trust that our establishments will control those attitudes.  We all know we should welcome our visitors back but I do believe we have to keep alert and our eyes and ears open to  what is going on around us.  We all have to come together and make this opening work.  When we open up to the public…..and if all of a sudden our tourists are getting sick, I really think that they will stop coming… and we truly do need our tourist economy here in Key West and doing things RIGHT is the way to go.

MASKS… FACT… LIKE IT OR NOT……Until we have total and accurate testing that we can rely on, keeping distant from one another helps keep the virus at bay.  And wearing masks is a MUST in my opinion.   Now, please …. I am trying to shame you into wearing a mask if you are not…. as that is not my purpose.  I am not the ‘boss of you’…. but  I can voice my opinion……For the life of me,  I don’t know why the adoption of masks by some is so abhorrent…. for heaven’t sake, this is Key West where Masks are worn at so many occasions… not only Fantasy Fest but at so many Masked Balls and costumed events throughout the year.  This is for Safety…. I wear one to protect you…. and YOU wear one to protect Me!  Wearing a mask is certainly a great equalizer too!!!!  ….When I go for a walk in my neighborhood, I wear a mask, and keep it pulled down when no one is around… pull it over my nose and mouth when persons approach….. I cross the street if people walking in my direction are not masked.  Be sensible.  It is a proven FACT that Masks work!  Note that front line workers like doctors, nurses, police officers, bus drivers, fire fighters, etc. have a MUCH lower infection rate than the general public.  Why?… because they are wearing masks.  They help stop the spread of Corona Virus and save lives!!!!  If only 60% of people opt to wear masks than 60% of our population will be protected…..  If 100% wear them 100% will be protected.

THANK YOU AND CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE !!!!  The Waterfront Playhouse deserves accolades for presenting the fabulous ‘SUNSET BOULEVARD’ on May 16….The marvelous cast featured CHRISTOPHER PETERSON (As Norma Desmond of course!)….JOHN McDONALD , LAURA RICHARDSON, DAVID BLACK, ARTHUR CROCKER AND WILLIE ALSEDEK….Performed live onstage at the Playhouse, it was Broadcast at 8 pm on US1Radio (
https://us1radio.com), and 104.1 FM.  I received lots of positive comments and hopes that these shows will continue.  These are FREE events, however, any donations to help fund other of these events, please visit https://waterfrontplayhouse.org/donate-online.  Or you can call the box office at 305-294-5015 from 9 am to 12 pm, Monday thru Friday.  The next presentation will be on MAY 30…. ‘BASH’… you do NOT want to miss!  AND ‘ALLABOUT EVE’  on June 13!!!

HARRISON GALLERY ON WHITE STREET IS NOW OPEN!!!!  …. SUPPORT OUR LOCAL GALLERIES!!!!!

WOULD YOU LIKE TO LIMIT THE IMPACT OF CRUISE SHIPS IN KEY WEST?  THE TIME TO SIGN THE PETITIONS IS NOW!!!!!…Arlo Haskell has been working with a group of caring and concerned folks who are interested in limiting the impacts of Cruise Ships in Key West.  This group is hoping to get a referendum on the August 18 Ballot.  GO TO 720 CAROLINE ST. NOW…. The hours are 9 am to 4 pm!!!!!  so sign the petitions…… you have only until June 1 to do so!!!!!!  (For more info from Arlo, contact him at arlohaskell@gmail.com.)  I think we should think long and hard about the advantages of these ships that frequent Key West.   I truly feel that the great damage they do to our Island far outweighs the benefits we get from them.  What they do to our eco -system, our reefs, and the pollution spewing from their smoke stacks  is awful.   Most of all, the  danger of symptomatic passengers transmitting virus diseases in a small Island like KW with limited medical facilities is REAL and the results would be devastating both economically and in terms of human health and mortality.  The positive difference without them is enormous.  Key West has the legal authority to regulate the SIZE of ships, max number of disembarkees per day and to set  Environmental and Public Health Standards.  The referendum proposed would limit the ships to those with less than 1,300 passengers and crew…. limit the total number of persons allowed to disembark per day to 1,500 and KW would give priority to those cruise lines with the best environmental and health records.  AGAIN I REPEAT……The window of opportunity closes on June 1… so signing the petitions and encouraging others to do the same at 720 Caroline St, is vastly important.  Also, let them know if you can volunteers to help at this office.  (Thanks to Roger Kostmayer for letting me lift some of his important facts to write this.)  To find out more information please visit
www.safercleanerships.com.   Big thanks to Arlo Haskell, Jolly Benson and David Dunn for all their efforts.  
WANT TO HELP?…. The headquarters on Caroline St are open 7 days a week and volunteers are needed!  They ask for 2-4 hours of work time.  If you can help notify Beth Moyes at
bethannmoyes13@gmail.com or test her at 305-747-8563.  ALSO…. the Committee for Safer Cleaner Ships is currently accepting donations to help with the manyn costs incurred.

REMEMBER THE LEGENDARY COOKIE LADY…AKA MARILYN KELLNER?…. Did you know that this KW “Legend in her own Time,” still resides in Key West and that she is still spreading sunshine wherever she goes.???   Little known fact about her, is that not only is Marilyn a true Keys Icon, immortalized at Ft. East Martello…. and quite the baker….. she is also a talented artist, and during this Hiatus, she has been working on a ‘Corona Virus Series’ of paintings.  She is hoping she can help raise needed dollars to help restaurant workers and the like who have been out of work for some 9 + weeks…..  I ask, can anyone use them for a fundraiser?  If you have any thoughts or ideas of how you can use this series of three great paintings to help others out, please contact Marilyn at
marilynkellner@gmail.com.   Thank you!!!! 

GRAFFITTI MEN’S STORE 721 DUVAL ST…. Miss shopping?  Caring Owner & Proprietor, Neil Chamberlain announces that it is now open regular hours….Sunday thru Thurs., 10 am to 10 pm and Friday and Saturday, 10 am to Midnight!!!! 

LA RUBIA PANAMA HATS….. Owner, Stephanie Hellstrom is open every day at 510 Fleming St…….. Call or text 305-296-6059 .  

BESAME MUCHO  ON PETRONIA AND VIGNETTE ON SOUTHARD ARE NOW OPEN!!!..

**SOUP KITCHEN NEEDS VOLUNTEERS!!!  ….. My friend, Barbara Vernovage, makes things happen!  She informed me that the SOS Soup Mission needs lots of help.  Volunteers are needed.   To find out more information and to volunteer, email ….
lisa@sosmission.org….give name, email, and cell # and tell her that you want to help…You can do it online at the following site:   https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/NDcyNDc=  …. Or go to www.stmarykeywest.com and go to SOS Foundation.  

THE BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY LISTS…..AND GEMINI PERSONALITY….. Please let me know if you would like me to forward you these lists….. Simply send me a request and I will send you the GEMINI Personality Description plus all those I know who are celebrating birthdays and anniversaries during this special time of year!!!  Also, let me know if you want to be added to it.  You NOW have plenty of time to send notes, cards, emails and texts while you play the waiting game sequestered….it is a chance to remember all those people too nice to forget!!!!

KEY WEST SERVICE WORKERS NEED YOUR HELP…. This is for those with the Venmo  or Square  apps., but you can donate checks to Kim Glen (
bice710@yahoo.com) and she will distribute to either those persons you choose directly or evenly to everyone… whatever you choose.  Go to the link to see the names who need your help…. 
http://docs.google.com/spreadssheets/d/1208FIBUhR_YVLgHxNlWvbFGaf619XJRIF7Y8h0o/htmlvie.   (HOPE THIS WORKS… IF IT DOESN’T AND YOU WANT THE LIST, SEND ME AN EMAIL WITH A REQUEST.)  If you read the names on the list and you see those you know who are humbly, asking for a bit of help, you could also send them checks directly.

PLEASE READ AND TAKE HEED…….SUPPORTING TERI JOHNSTON AND HEATHER CARRUTHERS…..  Both of these gifted women and dedicated government officials are requesting that you sign their petitions that will help them qualify to run for office…..Teri as Mayor of Key West and Heather as County Commissioner (presently Mayor of Monroe County.)  Many of you will NOT be here to vote on August 18 and it is imperative that you request an Absentee Ballot (info below)…  The ballots should be sent to you by the end of July.  Make sure you vote early in case an unforeseen hurricane comes out of nowhere!  But with TERI you should not wait until November to vote.  It has to be before AUGUST 18.  As a Primary Election for a Non-Partisan race like Teri’s,  that August 18th vote will determine our next Mayor.  So, if you are a supporter of her’s as I am….. please take heed and  vote early.    If you would like to have a petition to help either Teri or Heather, let me know and I will send you one with directions on what to do and how to send it in. 

****ABSENTEE VOTING……FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO VOTE BY MAILING IN YOUR BALLOT…..There will be a Primary Election on August 18, 2020.  And the General Election is November 3, 2020.  If you will NOT be around during either of these times, please call Joyce Griffith’s office at 305-292-3416 to request absentee ballots.  You do NOT want to forfeit your privilege to vote in these extremely important elections.  So while you have this time…. please handle this.  You can also go to the Supervisor of Elections website at
http://www.keys-elections.org and click on Vote by Mail….and complete.  I had a bit of a problem with this so I simply called and took care of it.  Please do not listen to those who say that voting via the mail is a bad thing..  If voting by mail is good  enough for Trump, it must be good enough for us too,right? 

GOODBYE TO BLISS RESTAURANT….. One of our favorite Key West Restaurants has been BLISS located on Petronia St. and owned and operated by Zulma Segura.  Arguably no one served better, more delicious Yellow Tail and she made the very Best ever Guacamole in the world!  Anyhoo… Zulma has decided not to re open her gem of a spot… after 6 years she said she just wants to return to a calmer and simpler life prior to operating first Colombian Grace and then Bliss.  We wish her only the very best….though we will sorely miss her wonderful recipes and fresh perfection she served every day!

LL’S TEST KITCHEN……..Dave Talpasz, he of Tavern ‘n Town….sent me this info that he says is an outstanding alternative to going to the grocery store…This place also does wonderful family meals to go!   It is at Stock Island Yacht Club & Marina…. 6000 Peninsular Ave., Key West…..To order call 305-292-3121 ex: 3.  Available 11 am to 7:00 pm.  Stay up to date by liking their dedicated Groceries to Go Facebook Page!!!!

HEAR YE HEAR YE…..  SHAMELESS PLUG…..MY DAUGHTER IS A MASK-MAKER….. Yes, daughter, Melissa Lang has another ‘cottage industry’ going.  She makes terrific wearable and washable masks that have personality and pizzazz!  If you would like to order masks, contact her at 224-717-2311 or at
granimals@hotmail.com.  People are ordering like hotcakes!  She will take your order, make, and send to you.  Tell her I sent you!!!

BUSES IN KEY WEST ARE NOW RUNNING SINCE MAY 18…..All passengers must wear MASKS….and maintain at least one seat of distance between them.  Please limit use of the bus for  essential trips only such as medical trips, groceries, meals and work.  Check out the bus routes at
www.kwtransit.com.  

***BIG ANNOUNCEMENT ON THE 2020 WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE AQUA IDOL… Note that the final two Waterfront Playhouse Aqua Idol Shows will take place sometime, hopefully, in November…….something we can ALL look forward to…..  In the meantime…I do NOT want you to forget the Final Eight Vocalists whom we have all come to know and love………They are…..STEPHANIE WISE…. BOB WOOD…. JON HERNANDEZ…. BRIA ANSARA…. GAYLA MORGAN…. TREY FORSYTH….. SARAH DORRANCE … AND… CHARLII CLARK!  These are some of the most wonderful and talented individuals and nicest people I have EVER known… and that also includes those who started the event with us, way back ON JAN. 22…. including…. LUKE FOX.. ZACH FRANCHINI… CALEN D. TOMASZEWSKI… MIKE RIDGEWELL …..RICHARD QUINT ….PERKY SARAH PERKINS…. HERB MILLER..AND  VERA GRIGOROVICH!!!!   

MY CONCHTV WEBSITE..You are receiving this personally, but note that you can also read this blog in its entirety 24/7..anytime on my website with Conch TV… Just go to
www.conchtv.com/author/lynda … and Voila!  There I am!!  Even a picture!!!!  Also, you can see the  TAURUS Birthday and Anniversary Lists and Personality Traits… Fun!

GAYLA MORGAN PLAYING A WEEKLY HAPPY HOUR ON TUESDAYS…. SCROLL DOWN TO TUESDAY…..APRIL 28 FOR DETAILS…..

ONE CLEAN ISLAND FACEBOOK PAGE….Carol Tedesco has informed me that good info is being posted on this page.  Check it out please.  She also sent a plea to support the SOS and Sister Season Fund…..two organizations that I support and totally believe in especially during these crucial times.  

SUPPORT SOS………Prior to the pandemic, more than 50% of Monroe County residents were ALREADY living below the poverty line.  SOS (Star of the Sea) Kitchens have long been providing food for those in need…. and that need is accelerating.  If we support SOS and other important local social service funds our donations will be amplified by the org’s ability to collect, distribute and network.  PLEASE Support SOS and other orgs such as Sister Season Fund with donations if you can.  Go to….
https://cffk.org/non-profits/sister-season-fund-inc/ …  

THE STUDIOS KEY WEST….. The Studios has launched a new suite of workshops, exhibits and events that can be enjoyed anywhere…..  The Event will take place on the Studios Facebook Page. thru a Facebook Live event from 6-7 pm on April 2….  Check it out.

GINGERBREAD GALLERY….. This grand old Gallery, still one Key West’s finest,  on Duval is offering a 10% Gallery -Wide free shipping sale in the USA…. See paintings to purchase at
www.gingerbreadsquaregallery.com.  For info call 305-296-8900 or 305-304-3057.  

THE HEMINGWAY LOOK ALIKE CONTEST WILL NOT TAKE PLACE THIS SUMMER…. THE NEXT CONTEST AND WEEK OF ACTIVITIES WILL BE JULY 22-24, 2021!!!!!

JANE DAWKINS FACEBOOK PAGE…… Dear dear Jane has established a Page on Facebook called “RE-IMAGINING KEY WEST”that already has over 800 followers who are sharing thoughts and ideas….offering their perspectives… Those who have joined in the collaborating all have Key West’s best interests at heart.  People are finding that the air, and environment since this Pandemic, are better for the health of  everyone and everything.  People have complained about a lot of things for a long time….. NOW is the time to look for workable solutions.. This is a time to share dreams an hopes and good ideas!!!!…. Congratulations to Jane…..she has a great big caring heart !  I have read some negative remarks about this group and I think, instead of criticizing join the group to add your two cents.  Is there something wrong with people who love Key West just trying to make things better and safer and cleaner than ever?
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THE FOLLOWING RESTAURANTS ARE ‘SUPPOSED’ TO BE OPEN FOR TAKE OUT OR DELIVERY….MANY OF THEM MAY BE OPENING TO 25%  CAPACITY  and SOON 50%…. CHECK WITH ALL RESTAURANTS TO FIND OUT IF THEY WILL BE OPEN FOR IN HOUSE DINING OR NOT…. PLACES WITH OUTDOOR SEATING MAY BE YOUR BEST BET………  PLEASE GIVE THEM SUPPORT…. THIS IS NOT AN EASY TIME FOR ANY OF US….. BUT TRULY…. WE ARE KEY WEST STRONG….. AND WE TAKE CARE OF OUR OWN!                                       
Ana’s Cuban Cafe…Antonia’s…Azur. …….Banana Cafe…..Baypoint Market …Better Than Sex .. ..Bien …… ….The Breakfast Club…. Bruschetta Cucina….. Cafe Sole … Camilles Indian Harbor… Caroline’s…Chef John Hines…. .Chico’s Cantina…..China Garden West….Clementes Trolley Pizzaria……Conch Republic Seafood …..Conch Shack …Conch Town Liquor .. …. Courthouse Deli … Croissants de France….Cuban Coffee Queen ….. Date & Thyme ….Deluna’s …Denny’s… The Dirty Pig … Dolphin Deli …Domino’s Pizza … Duetto Pizza…….Dunkin Donuts …..Eaton Street Fish Mkt ……El Mocho……Fausto’s…… Fernandy’s Cafe ….Fisherman’s Cafe …..Five Brothers….. Five Guys … Flaming Buoy … Frita’s….Garbo’s Grill ……Goldman’s Deli …. Grain & Berry …Grand Vin …. Hard Rock …. Harpoon Harry’s…….. I Hop …Jack Flats ….Kennedy Cafe ….Key Plaza Creperie … Kim’s Kuban … La TeDa ……La Creppier …La Grignote… La Michoacana……. L L’s Test Kitchen…….Lola’s Bistro ….Lost Kitchen supper Club ….. Mangia Mangia  … …..Misohappy… ….Miami Subs….Mr. Z’s . ….New York Pasta Garden…… Ocean Grill ……Off the Hook…. Old Town Bakery …… One Love Food Truck …Pescado…..The Raw Machine ….Sandy’s Cafe ……..Outback…. Paradise Pizza Restaurant .. Ram’s Head South….. ….Red Shoe Grill …. …..Schooner Wharf ….Seagrass Thai …Seven Fish …….Sister Noodle House… Smoked BBQ….Smokin Tuna….. Smoothie Shuttle….. Sonic Burger …Taco Express… …. Square Grouper ….. Subway …. Sunset Pier…… Taco Express …… Thai Island…..  Thirsty Mermaid…. Tong’s Garden Chinese …Two Friends Patio … Vino’s….. Uva…  VIVA SALOON …. VIV Wine Bistro …. Wendy’s… …. Boondock’s….
I just got word from Carl McMackin that there is a new place for Fresh Seafood…cash only….Located temporarily between Hog Fish Bar and the Old Fishbuzters under a red roof shelter on Stock Island….Call 305-304-8677 …owner, Ryan Shapiro. 

KELLY NORMAN ANNOUNCES RAM’S HEAD SOUTH SCHEDULE…..Ram’s Head Southernmost is open Mon thru Fri noon to 11 pm… food served until 10 pm….. Sat. & Sun., open 9 am to 11 pm… food till 10 pm….Note Kids East FREE on Wednesday…. Burger Special is $5 on Sunday!!!!  Entertainment daily during happy hour from 4 to 7 pm!!! 

NOT OPENING FOR AWHILE..NOT UNTIL JUNE or LATER…. Tavern n Town….. Blue Heaven… Salute…. Grand Cafe…….  Virgilios…. Little Room Jazz Club………

KEY WEST ART & HISTORICAL ANNOUNCES MUSEUMS TO REOPEN ON JULY 1……In the meantime go to
www.kwahs.org to view on of their social media pages for more info and special virtual learning opportunities.

DAN REYNEN ANNOUNCES WEBEFIT OPENING…..All dumbell grips, door handles and the front desk has been copper-coated as this substance is known to kill the novel corona virus and other bacteria.  Cheers to Dan who says” There is no excuse for any facility to open up and risk their employees or customer’s health, because they want to make a dollar off a session.”  Clients must have their temps taken upon entering, must wash their hands and wear masks at all times.  THANKS DAN!  You are a caring and very thoughtful person.  Bravo!  WeBeFit is at 1277 1st St. in Key West.

SUBSCRIBE TO KONK LIFE ELECTRONIC PUBLICATION…… Guy de Boer, publisher of this great Publication has ceased printing an actual paper for right now… but he is offering you a chanc to continue to receive KONK Life on a Daily basis.  It is chock full of great up-to-date information.  Times are tough, and until things ease up he is requesting a subscription fee, which I feel is well worth it.    For more information go to  …..
https://konklife.com/?p=47710.  If you prefer,  you can email Guy at guydeboer@gmail.com and he will advise you on how to subscribe.  You can also text him at 305-766-5832.  

WOMANKIND WILL REMAIN OPEN….Will be open, Mon.-Thurs. from 8 am to 5 pm….thru the month of April…. For services deemed ‘essential’, like family planning, gynecology and primary care patients….for info go to
www.womankindkeywest.com.   You can call Cali Roberts at 305-320-0608.   Located at 1511 Truman Ave. across from Bayview Park.   

THEATRE XP PRESENTS….. Key West TheatreXP is offering streaming videos of original plays of playwright Bob Bowersox.  Each play can be rented at $10, which will allow unlimited viewing over a three day period.  For access go to
http://www.theatrexp.org or to http://theatrexp.ticketleap.com.  For information call 302-540-6102 or email theatrexpkeywest@gmail.com.  Rental revenues will be distributed to each play’s actors and crew.  Note that these plays can be viewed on a computer, a Smart TV, an iPad, or a mobile device as long as you have an internet connection.  

VIRTUAL DIVES…. The National Marine Sanctuary is offering Virtual Dives….dives include Christ of the Abyss, Cheeca Rocks Sanctuary Preservation Area, Coral Nursery, Aquarius Reef Base and the Benwood Wreck.  Go to
https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/vr/florida-keys.

TROPIC CINEMA OFFERS…..Tropic is offering a Virtual Cinematheque Series with ticket purchase giving access to a film for three days.  Visit
http://www.tropiccinema.com for further information.  

MISSING WONDERFUL MUSIC AND SONG? ….. My friend, Mike Benner sent me the following video in which many of everyone’s all-time favorite Broadway stars, celebrate the 90th Birthday of Stephen Sondheim.  Go to:
https://youtu.be/A92wZlvEUAw.  You do not want to miss seeing Nathan Lane, Sutton Foster, Mandy Patinkin, Patti LuPone, Brandon Stokes Mitchell, Lea Solange, Josh Grobin, Laura Benati,  and so many others….. and one of my fave numbers with…Meryl Streep, Christine Baranski, and Audra McDonald singing “The Ladies Who Lunch”…. amazing stuff!!!!  (Does anyone wear a hat anymore?  Answer:  No, but they are wearing masks!!!)

THE RED BARN….. One of the things I miss more than anything is not being able to see a show at a local Theater.  The Red Barn wants you to know that they are alive and well and are planning ahead for next season with hope an imagination!

***THE ELWELL FAMILY…..WE LIVE AMONG ANGELS…….. Just need to mention Christopher Elwell, his parents, Ross & Janice, Stephen Parchini, plus  Scott Fuhriman,  Kelly Summer, and Tammy & Jeff Smith….a very special group we call the Elwell Elves…..who have hearts as big as the Sea…. who are reaching out to many in the community, of which we are SO blessed to be a part of…. during this challenging time.  THANKS IS NOT ENOUGH!!!!   

KEY WEST THEATER & RAM’S HEAD ANNOUNCE NEW DATES FOR POSTPONED SHOWS…..  Ticket holder will be able to use their tix for the new date and KEEP THE SAME SEATS if you choose…. For other options they will be reaching out soon to all buyers on how to proceed.  Rescheduled shows are:  Juliana Macdowell Record Launch…. July 16…..Ansty McClain & the Trailer Park Troubadors, Nov. 19 ….. Sinatra’s ‘That’s Life’ on Dec. 11…..A John Waters Christmas… Dec. 15…. Key West Blues Fest…. Dec. 15… The Theater is working on rescheduling all shows….and ask for your patience…..You will get emailed information with options.  

BARBERSHOP CHORUS….Joe Tripp, Key West’s fave police officer and Aqua Idol Star, has started his Barbershop Singing Group…  If you have ideas, suggestions or can help financially…or know someone that can help Joe, please contact him at 813-477-3045 or email him at
Joelepro1@gmail.com.  You can send checks to Joe Tripp at PO Box 2374, Key West, FL 33040.  If you are interested in participating in the Chorus, contact Joe also.

KEY WEST ART & HISTORICAL SOCIETY ONLINE SERVICES….An extensive series of Distinguished Speaker Series Presentations filmed over the last three yrs can be seen online….also, Flagler’s Railroad…. Historic Marker Tours of Key West Sights…. Depicting Hemingway, and online gallery of 59 original Guy Harvey sketches…. etc…. Mario Sanchez video …Robert the Doll…Hemingway in KW…. and online collections of more than 35,000 objects in the KWAHS archives….  Go to
www.kwahs.com.  

AWESOME FOUNDATION KEY WEST!!!  Friend Michael Shields asked that I mention this Foundation that he is heavily involved in.  Globally, there are 90 chapters…there are 50 in the USA, with 5 in Florida, including Key West.  Over $4.4 million granted since 2009.   The mission of the group is to bring more awesomeness to our town, and spreading it by awarding $1,000 grants with no strings attached to the most awesome idea, project, proposal, or plan that is presented to the Group of Trustees, who each plop down from their own pockets the money to fund the Grant.  Sounds totally AWESOME to me!!!  Check it out online at
www.awesomefoundationkeywest.org.  These awards have been given since Oct.  To date, over 60 applicants have been received.  As coordinator of this group, Michael Shields is serving as the Dean.

RESTAURANTEUR, DAMIAN DE ANGELIS ANNOUNCES!!!…. Nine One Five (9-1-5) is open daily for dinner from 5 to 10 pm….First Flight Brewery is open for lunch and early dinner from noon to 8 pm…. and a happy hour from 4-6 pm.

COMEDY AT BOTTLECAP.. ON HIATUS TILL FURTHER NOTICE…..
THE GARDENS HOTEL…. ON HIATUS for NOW!!!

SCHOONER WHARF NOW OPEN WITH 50% SEATING AND ENTERTAINMENT AND PRECAUTIONS!!!!~  ALSO…Open for Take Out orders….

LATEDA…. OPENED on MAY 4TH!!! …..I am sure the Da was thrilled to welcome real live customers back and are doing everything possible to make it a very safe and pleasant dining experience.   They will now be opened to 50% capacity.   The indoor bar is closed and the outdoor is open sans stools!  I recommend calling for reservations because of the social distancing!!!!  Call 305-296-6706.  .  Also…. LATEDA announces $15.99 Daily Dinner specials:  Mon., Meatloaf…Tues., Tuna….Wed. Prime Rib … Thurs. Bolognese…. Fri., Fish & Chips and Sunday, Salsa & Pasta.  NO TAKE OUT ……

MANGOES ANNOUNCES….. They will be open May 22, 23 and 24 and May 29, 30 and 31…. 4 to 9 pm…..

NEW BOOKS BY MY READERS ANNOUNCED…
AUTHOR GEORGE FONTANA….George has a new book out, “Where in the World: Notes from the Tour Zone”  … available in paperback with photos & commentary by George’s unique perspective…you will be taking a world cruise with George!  Now at
http://www.amazon.com/Where-World-Notes-Tour-Zone/dp1951150112.   Enjoy the tour!!!   

BOOKS & BOOKS OFFERS FREE HOME DELIVERY….Those  home bound or practicing social distancing and all else, can go to
www.shop.booksandbooks.com or call 305-320-0208 and order a book.  Order by noon and delivery will be done by 4 pm that day.  Mon-Fri only.  No better to enjoy a self quarantine better than with a good book!

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.  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.      

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 Birth…. 

****OUR NEPHEW FRED STEVENS…..Our very dear nephew Fred Stevens has a rare disease called Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS)…acquired in 2018.  It affects our once athletic and virile nephew’s physical body where he is not able to walk and he also has CIDP.  He has been fighting this terrible disease and has spent the last two months mostly in the hospital, now in a rehab center where he will be undergoing intense physical therapy and infusions.  He has a great faith, a positive attitude and a strong will to get well.  He is determined to walk out of this rehab center and be well again.  I first ask for your prayers and support.  Even though you may  not know him, I hope you might take time to send him well-wishes.   It seems he will be at the rehab center for a few weeks.   You can send him a card there at:  ATTENTION, Fred Stevens:  Southwest General Acute Rehab Unit ……18697 Bagley Rd….. Middleburg Hts., Ohio 44130…OR, to his home at ..  Fred Stevens….2752 Horse Shoe Blvd., Westlake, Ohio 44145.  Thank you so much.  I will keep you posted on his progress.
 
PRAYER CHAIN…..Please continue to remember the following in your thoughts and prayers….. Prayers for all of us in the Keys who are facing this pandemic corona-virus… it is a serious thing… Give us the strength to practice social distancing, to be relaxed under pressure, and to err on the side of caution……. let us all stay healthy and sensible and supportive of one another……my nephew FRED STEVENS and his wife Judi…..Pray for Tom Kirdahy, and the family and friends of Terrence McNally ….. the Family and Friends of Ruth Warmouth, mother of Mark, who recently passed away……Amy Culver…. all those in the Keys who have tested positive for the virus…………Javier Lopez … …. .Michael Amin ….the family and friends of Nidia Fuentes Borders, mother of Carina, who recently passed away…..Fiona Molloy…. The family of Mike Stallard, and especially Mike’s wife, Kelly and Mike’s children. …..all those in town who are financially challenged during  this time….. our wait staff, shop owners, entertainers, etc……Bucky Montgomery ……Pat West who is fighting Covid-19….. The family of Chip Allen on the passing of his dear mother of the corona virus……..John Baird. ….Michael Thomas ………Barbara Brant….. Jim Hall ……..Sissy McDonald….. Chuck Selph…. Larry Selph …..Genevieve Isaksen ….Kathy Elias …Ann Marie Adreani. …..John Behmke …..Sandy Abookire ….Jerry Galeana ….RE Frechette . ….. Donna Barnett….….Sharron Mondo… Maggie Domski …….Len Stevens  .…. Rick Elias  ….. .Joe McMurray …George Kling …..Mary Larkin …. …Robin Deck …Paul Cotton.. …… Nancy Williams …Christy Nelson… Virgil Williams .. .…Fred Lima  …Maryann Barth…..Kathy Stevens …..Georgia ….Dena Badgerow…..…Bella Rettenwander ……Diane Covan ….Guy de Boer….….Dawn de Boer …. Pat West … …Joe Dallas Sr … Jan Cernan ….Donna Stanton … Charlie Allen  …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 … Jeffrey Grosky …..…Frank Gren  … …Sherrey Welch …Marta White …. Maggie Domski ….… Peter Deksmith …Bill Lodermeir …Betty & Jack Darst……Richard and Betty Carraway ……Lottie Domski …. Anne McKee …..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 … Kent Gater….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.

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 20+ 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. 

CONGRATS TO THE RIP OFF TEAM WHOSE EFFORTS CAME THROUGH IN CLOSING ORO GOLD ON DUVAL ST. … Bravo to TEVIS WERNICOFF, BRUCE MITCHELL AND SHIRLEE IZMIRLY and all who picketed an protested for the rights of customers who were continually ripped off by this shop.  Now one is down and two more to go!!!!   AND BY THE WAY…. SHIRLEE JUST TURNED 93 ON MAY 19!  WHAT AN INSPIRATION SHE IS TO EVERYONE IN KEY WEST!!!!!

TAKE STOCK IN CHILDREN NEEDS VOLUNTEER MENTORS….mentors needed to work with dedicated students….If interested call Karla Quintana at 305-293-1546 or email her at
karla.quintana@keysschools.com

OTHER POPULAR RESTAURANTS NOW OPEN FOR INDOOR DINING…..A & B LOBSTER…… ALONZO’S….. ANTONIA’S….CAFE SOLE …. CAROLINE’S….CHICO’S…..FIREFLY….FIRST FLIGHT….FOUR MARLINS AT THE REACH….GARBO’S….GEIGER KEY MARINA ……GOLDMAN’S…..HARPOON HARRY’S….HOGFISH ….HURRICANE HOLE ….MARGARITAVILLE…. JACK FLAT’S…. KERMIT’S KITCHEN….KEY PLAZA CREPERIE….LATEDA. (50%)….LOLA’S BISTRO …MANGIA MANGIA ….NY PASTA GARDEN…. 9-1-5 … PINCHER’S CRAB SHACK …OCEAN GRILL …OFF THE HOOK …. ONLYWOOD ….PEPE’S…PRIME 951….THE STONED CRAB ….RAM’S HEAD SOUTH….ROOSTICA ….SCHOONER WHARF ….SEVEN FISH ….SHANNA KEY….SMOKIN TUNA….SUNSET PIER…. TWO FRIENDS PATIO …VIVA SALOON…..NO NAME PUB…BAD BOY BURRITO ….BENIHANA (50%)….. COLE’S PEACE …. EL SIBONEY….. LA CREPERIE….. SANTIAGO’S BODEGA (50%)

LOWER KEYS MEDICAL CENTER NEEDS VOLUNTEERS….There are opportunities available for volunteers… at reception desk, as a greeter, an escort, etc….Call 305-294-5531 for information extension 4771 or email
Tami.Harmon@LKMC.com

A PUN or LEXOPHILE FOR YOU….. If man evolved from monkeys and apes…. why do we still have monkeys and apes?
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THURSDAY
HAPPY MAY 21 BIRTHDAY TO….. MARTA WHITE….. MAJ JOHNSON …..BILL VERGE …JAVIER GARRIDO … GENE KNUDSON … SETH HOLDEN….. STEVE WARNER…..(Please remember artist and friend, William Welch.)

HAPPY MAY 28 BIRTHDAY TO…. BONNIE PICEU…… JANE DAWKINS ….. RON KLUG…. TOM KELLER….  HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…. ROSEMARY AND DONALD STOUT.

KEY WEST TROPICAL FOREST & BOTANICAL GARDEN OPENS ….It will open at 10 am…..visit this sylvan setting and  the 15 acres of trails and lovely sites….native plants are abloom…lots of birds and butterflies surround this outdoor refuge…. just the antidote for the corona virus blues!  Safe distancing will be key….10 am to 4 pm 7 days a week 

TRUMAN WATERFRONT MARKET…NOW OPENED!!!!!!…..10 am to 2 pm…..MASKS ARE REQUIRED!, space line management and social distancing  will be enforced…. Local restaurants & businesses who want to participate, please call 305-731-3385.   

FREE FOOD….MAY 21…. United Way of Collier & the Keys will host a free drive-through food distribution from 1 to 3 at the Basilica School Parking Lot at 1010 Windsor Ln….All passengers in cars MUST be wearing a face covering….and a box should be placed in the car trunk in which the volunteers will place the food.

TAVERN N TOWN…ON HIATUS TILL FURTHER NOTICE…..                                                                                                                
(Never Fear….Carmen Rodriguez and Bobby Nesbitt will entertain once again from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge….) 

THE GARDENS HOTEL…..This fabulous Hotel will soon be opening…. taking reservationsTHANKFUL ON THURSDAY… ….  I am so thankful for all my readers and those who have been so kind to me through the years.  I want to give special thanks to the following who have touched my life very specially in the last two weeks……Christopher Elwell and Ross & Janice Elwell, Steve Parchini the Bitch Sister….. Tammy and Jeff  Smith…… All those true HEROES on the front lines; those who work in our grocery stores, drug stores, post offices, hospital workers, banks, restaurants serving take out, trash men, delivery people, those who take care of us…..They are risking their lives for US every single day….. Thanks to all those who are following the rules….by staying inside and wearing masks when out and about…You are keeping us from passing this on to anyone else out there who may be vulnerable….you are keeping the virus contained and Key West is doing well because of your sacrificing….Also THANKS to all the restaurants,hotels, bars and retail stores opening up…… Do support…… Other thank you’s to….Tom Thayer….. The Cast of the recent SUNSET BOULEVARD Radio show recorded at the WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE….  we so enjoyed.. Christopher Peterson,  John McDonald, Laura Richardson, Jodyrae Campbell, Laurie Thibaud and Valerie Edgington and all artists who recently contributed to the art auction to raise money for Sister Season…..Guy de Boer…. all those organizations and groups that are feeding the masses every single week…..Destiny Montgomery and Joe Tripp…. Kate Regan ….. Gayla Morgan ….. Zulma Segura ……. Joey Stevens …. Mike Benner…. JT Thompson …. .Paul Smith …. Jamie Samsel…. Jill Johnson … Jusith Zabar …. Kristen Ryan … .. Alison Teal……..Clayton and Mary Ellen Beattie ….. Mark Watson …. Bobby Nesbitt ….Melissa Frechette Lang……..Ed Stevens Sr.. …. Kristin Larkin….Janet Bengel …. Edie Hambright & Julia….. Gail & Craig Hollenback………  Mayor Teri Johnston.. ….Louis Petrone. …..  Jane Dawkins .Sally Stevens …. Fred Stevens …..Judi Stevens…..Robbie Frechette …Jennifer Stevens…….Roger Kostmayer….. Arlo Haskell….. Kate Miano…. Bruce Moore… the Verebs.. …Alfredo Gimenez…. Dave Bootle….. Kevin Gallagher…. Skipper Kripitz…..Mary Lynne Price…… and most of all…. THANK GOD FOR BOB… ALWAYS BOB… I cannot imagine being sequestered with anyone else but him!!!

COMEDY KEY WEST, MARCH …COMEDY WILL RESUME WHEN ALL IS RIGHT WITH THE WORLD…….
( WE NEED TO LAUGH AND CANNOT WAIT UNTIL THE BOTTLECAP RE OPENS THIS GREAT SPOT!   Go to www.comedykeywest.com.)   

SCHOONER WHARF… OPENED TO CUSTOMERS…. 50% OCCUPANCY….OPEN FOR TAKE OUT….Entertainment….

THE KEY WEST PARROT HEAD CLUB….This fun loving, and very philanthropic group who love Jimmy Buffet, partying with a  purpose and supporting our community is seeking new members.  Single memberships is $20… and you receive a KW Parrot Head license plate frame and other special privileges.  To join call 262-705-8204 or go to
http://keywestparrotheadclub.wildapricot.org.  

KEY WEST ART CENTER & GALLERY …. This Front St. Gallery is selling art which can be delivered curbside in KW or by mail.  Go to
http://www.keywestartcenter.com for a listing and photos of original art, pottery, sculpture, jewelry and more, created by our very talented artists! 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 Lynn-Marie at lynnmariekw@gmail.com
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FRIDAY…. 
HAPPY MAY 22 BIRTHDAY TO ….. DENA BADGEROW…… JOANIE SULLIVAN ….GEORGE GUGLEOTTI …. TERRY LUZIUS ….EVERETT HUDSON SMITH …. RICK MACK … CAROL BURNS…. LUKE WALLACE……… HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO ….. DENA & BOB BADGEROW….. LAURIE & KEVIN McCHESNEY …..RUSTY HODGDON & JOYCE CHILTON…..

HAPPY MAY 29 BIRTHDAY TO….. KAY BEHMKE …. FRED COVAN …. SUSAN DIMBATH … ANNE O’SHEA ….DICK NORFORD….. BILL BAHLKE …. (Please remember Nancy Holtkamp…. and Joani and Hans Dollhausen.)

IN TOUCH STORE AT 706 DUVAL OPENS MAY 22…..  Owner and friend, Kenny Weschler announces that his popular shop, IN TOUCH will re open on Friday!  Yay!!!!

BAGATELLE RESTAURANT OPENS ON MAY 22…..There will be a Happy Hour from 4 to 6 pm and dinner served between 4 and 10 pm!!!  All three restaurants, 9-1-5, First Flight and Bagatelle are running limited menus for the time being.

MICHAEL ROBINSON DOES WEEKLY PIANO CABARET EVERY FRIDAY…..The fabulous Michael Robinson, who has thrilled and delighted his many fans at The Gardens Hotel and at shows at Tennessee Williams Theatre, is doing an online cabaret LIVE at 5 pm on Facebook.  Bravo Michael!  Tune in!  He is an entertainer extraordinaire!!!!

***RAM’S HEAD SOUTHERNMOST OPENS… Live music, and all day drink Happy Hour and a Limited Menu.  All precautions for safety will be provided….. include a limited one-time use menu, adjusted seating plans with tables 6 feet apart, as well as both outdoor & indoor dining areas that will run at 25% occupancy.  Hand sanitation stations will be provided… staff will wear masks and gloves and employees temperatures will be monitored.  9 am to 11 pm after Friday….There will be an all day beverage Happy Hour the first week….also you can do take out for food and beverages.  Follow on Facebook for current changes and news plus updates on menus.  804 Whitehead St….. Call 305-440-3196.  go to
www.ramsheadsouthernmost.com.  Kelly is a real asset to Ram’s Head!!

MARY ELLEN’S..Opens for Take Out…..This spot on Applerouth Lane will be open with 20% off  for take out only …right now….noon to 9 pm.   Open for pick up and delivery….. Did you ever have a Cheese Sandwich from Mary Ellen’s?  Or tomato soup?  Divine!!!!!  Thanks to Maria and Chris!!!!

FRINGE THEATER IS OFFERING….. Go to link: 
www.fringetheater.org.    Rebecca Tomlinson also is asking for your thoughts to these questions…. 1) Fringe Friday…. What Now?…2) Going to the Theater: What feels safe?…..3)  Future Fringe:  If you were us, what would you do?  To reply by email go to info@fringetheater.org.  Or call 305-731-0581.COMEDY KEY WEST….. TAKING A BREAK…. BUT THE LAUGHTER WILL BEGIN AGAIN…. RIGHT NOW… NO LAUGHING MATTER!!!!! 
WALKING TOURS… TOURS ARE NOW ON HOLD FOR A WHILE……              (WILL begin again Every Friday and Saturday, when the coast is clear!!!!…… This tour features former homes and fave haunts of well known KW writers.  Tours start at 4:30 pm on Fri. and 10 am on sat.  Meet at KW Library, 700 Fleming St……and finish on Greene St… Reservations…call 305-293-9291…Guides are the very handsome Scott Burau and the adorable Sarah Goodwin. )LATEDA…. NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS….. 50% CAPACITY……(We all look forward to seeing Christopher Peterson’s Eyecons Show… Randy Roberts Live! Show….3 Sum…The Spectrelles… Ronnie & James……..again!!) 

SCHOONER WHARF……….OPEN FOR BUSINESS AND OPEN FOR TAKE OUT…..entertainment…. 

SMOKIN TUNA SALOON…. Open for business! TAVERN N TOWN …..WILL OPEN ON JUNE 26.

LOWER KEYS MEDICAL CENTER RESUMES OUTPATIENT SURGERIES AND ELECTIVE PROCEDURES, STARTED ON MAY 4……

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SATURDAY… 
HAPPY MAY 23 BIRTHDAY TO …..BUCKY MONTGOMERY….. CHRISTINE BASSETT … JOYCE BURD ….JOHN ANDOLA …. DONNA SHIELDS …. (Please remember Emily Selph.)   …. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO …. ELLEN & BERNIE PETER…..HAPPY MAY 30 BIRTHDAY TO ….. RENAY REGARDIE …. JEFFREY KUCIN …. DAVID PERLMAN ….. KATHLEEN MOODY …. SHANNON LYNCH … (Please remember Mary Keller.) 

PLANT SALE ON MAY 23……At the KW Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden… offering native plants, trees, shrubs, vines, etc….9 am to noon FACE MASKS REQUIRED & Social Distancing protocol will be followed.  5210 College Rd. Stock Island. 

***MARK YOUR CALENDARS….”BASH” MAY 30…..This production by the WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE WILL BE STREAMED LIVE…..8 PM….. at
https://www.waterfrontplayhouse.org/shows/bash/#.XsLxSgnb_14.email.  Broadcast on Vimeo.com/Wonderstudios.    Directed by John McDonald….. What happens when a man is attacked in a Central Park restroom and how two attractive college students visiting NYC are involved, is the story of BASH.  A man and a woman and a horrible incident in New York.  Actors are Arthur Crocker, Belle Jampol, Ross Pipkin and Lauren Thompson.   

*ALSO…. ‘ALL ABOUT EVE (LIVE STREAM RADIO) ON JUNE 13……It will be on the air on 104.1 FM at 8 pm.  It will be streamed online at
https://us1radio.com or by turning on local radio station 104.1 FM.  Stars CHRISTOPHER PETERSON….. DAVID BLACK…. PONY CHARVET…. JOHN McDONALD…. AND LAURA RICHARDSON.  ‘Hang on to your seat…..You’re in for a bumpy ride!!!!!!’MASS AT ST. MARY STAR OF THE SEA…. This Mass will be streamed live at 4:30  pm on Facebook and  online at www.stmarykeywest.com.  The  Spanish Mass is at 5:15 pm.  God bless us all during this time of rebirth and miracles!!!!  You can go to the website to see missed masses for each day of the week that you may have missed.SCHOONER WHARF…. NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS AND TAKE OUT…..

**VIVA’S S SALOON…. NOW OPEN FOR OUTDOOR DINING….. LARGE PROPERTY & VERY SAFE FOR SOCIAL DISTANCING…..OPEN FOR TAKE OUT TOO!!!!…..DELISH FOOD…… OWNER  ALFREDO GIMENEZ IS A GEM!!!!!  903 Duval St… Entertainment on weekends. (I got good reports from people who were there on Sunday and how every one exercised good judgement  and social distancing….. tables spread out in this large garden area.  Leave it to Alfredo and Gaston, the owners, to do everything right and take care of their clientele.  

FOUR MARLINS AT THE REACH INVITES YOU TO…..MAY 23….Dinner only from 5:30-9:30 pm.  Featuring Chef’s Choice specials.TAVERN N TOWN. ..The fab Bobby Nesbitt  WILL BE BACK … Taking a safe break!!!!!!  Opens June 26.

LATEDA…..OPEN NOW FOR BUSINESS….. RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED……Entertainers WILL PERFORM AGAIN!!!!  JUST WAIT!!!! LITERACY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED…..Call Mary at 305-304-0578 for info.
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SUNDAY….
HAPPY  MAY  24 BIRTHDAY TO….. CALEN DAVID TOMASZEWSKI …..RICHARD JAY ALEXANDER ….. DOMINIQUIA DOMINGA…. FRANCES CHMURA ……TERESA SORENSEN…..HAPPY ANNIVERSARY  TO….GAIL & CRAIG HOLLENBACK…. AND ….. SUSAN POWELL & RICHARD WHITE.

HAPPY MAY 31  BIRTHDAY TO….. KELLY SUMMERS….. GEORGE COOPER …. DREW FORESTALL….. ANN HAMPTON-CALLAWAY … CAROLINE CASH…. STAN MORRIS ….. ERIN ENGLISH BEITKO….. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO….. BOB & JUDY RAFANELLI…. (Please remember Kayla & Rob Tollen.)

CHURCHES GO ONLINE DURING THIS TIME OF SELF ISOLATION…..St. Mary Star of the Sea Basilica will conduct Sat. Mass at 4:30 pm and 5:15 (Spanish)…. and daily Mon-Fri… at 8 am…. at
https://stmarykeywest.com/worship-mass-schedule/.  There are many other live streaming videos and links available online for other denominations.  For spiritual guidance the Parish will be open and people are welcome to come. 
MCC CHURCH… STREAMING Live on Facebook…..and live 10 am on Sunday…You can donate to help their ministries, including cooking with love.. still delivering meals every Sat. to clients who need help more than ever.    For more info call Sheri at 305-304-6090.

KEY WEST ARTISAN MARKET GOES VIRTUAL….Meet Online while the Market is on hiatus….  You can access thru the Artisan Market Facebook Page or go to….
http://www.facebook.com/events/528855914710598/

VIVA SALOON… OPEN FOR CUSTOMERS NOW!!!!!   ALSO, OPEN FOR TAKE OUT…903 DUVAL S. 

FOUR MARLINS AT THE REACH ON MAY 24….Brunch with Pool & Beach Access….Brunch, 11 am to 4 pm…. Brunch Guest, noon to 6 p

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB… ON LEAVE FOR A WHILE…

SCHOONER WHARF…. OPEN TO CUSTOMERS 50% OCCUPANCY ONLY…..ALSO CARRY OUT…

TAVERN N TOWN… CLOSED  TILL JUNE 26.. 

SMOKIN TUNA SALOON…. OPEN FOR BUSINESS….
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MONDAY…..    
HAPPY  MAY 25  BIRTHDAY TO …. MAYOR HEATHER CARRUTHERS ….. STEVE ANDREWS …. AMY ROHRBAUGH …. RON MARANIAN ….PAMELA WILLIAMS ….. TONY LAGLIA …. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO….. SARA & WALLY CLARK ….. HY CONRAD & JEFF JOHNSON ….. MARY KAY & BOB O’MEARA…..

HAPPY  JUNE 1 BIRTHDAY TO…. LORA WANDRAS…… WISH WASHBURN…..ALAN ROBBINS ….. (Please remember Irene Warner.)    HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…… EDIE HAMBRIGHT & JULIA DAVIS….. BOB & JOANNA BROWN ….

VIVA SALOON….OPEN TO CUSTOMERS AT 50%  OCCUPANCY…..OPEN FOR TAKE OUT… DELISH!!!! 

FOUR MARLINS AT THE REACH, MAY 25….Brunch with Pool & Beach access…… brunch 11 – 4 pm….access to private pool & beach for brunch guests only…. noon to 6 pm….. No dinner served on Monday night.
  
DUELING BARTENDERS…….AQUA NIGHTCLUB TEMPORARILY CLOSED  ……   

LATEDA… BACK IN BUSINESS….. COME ONE AND ALL!!!!  RESERVATIONS, PLEASE!!!!   305-296-6706.

SCHOONER WHARF…….BACK IN BUSINESS!!!!… OPEN FOR TAKE OUT….AND DINING AT THE RESTAURANT… ENTERTAINMENT…. 

SMOKIN TUNA OPEN…Exercise all the rules, please.
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TUESDAY… 
HAPPY MAY  26 BIRTHDAY TO ….RALPH NACKINO … ALEXANDER BAER ….VINCE TAPOROWSKI…… ROBBY LE BLANC…. DESPINA PROTOPSALTIS…. ALAN HORNING….. DIANE COLVARD…..  HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…. SARAH DORRANCE & CHARLIE PAUL….  RUTH REITER & DAN METZLER …. BARBARA & GREG McSHEA ….. NANCY STILLWAGON & JONATHAN STEIN ….. KATHY & TONY LAGLIA…..

HAPPY  JUNE 2 BIRTHDAY TO….. BABS WADE ….LENA PERKINS ….LEE ANN HOLLAND…. DAVID CASE ….CAROLYN SCOTT…. LYNNE HIGGINS ….SEAN YODER …. LYNNE SMITH…..TOVA CORMAN….. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…… MELISSA & KIMBALL INGRAM ……(Please remember Wink & Fred Gasser….and Steve Attis.)

***GAYLA MORGAN HAPPY HOUR ON FACEBOOK….MAY 26……The marvelous Gayla will be playing a weekly Happy Hour from 5:30-6:30 pm direct from Little Room Jazz Club’s Facebook Page….. Go to
https://www.facebook.com/Little-RoomJazzClub/.  Note that ‘virtual tips’ will be accepted but Gayla is donating to special causes or to those in need…. Tips can be sent to her at PayPal.me/GaylaKeyWest .  Gayla will distribute money amongst actors.  Starting next week, tips can go directly to other Little Room musicians through their own Venmo or other pay accounts.  She will have those up on her Facebook event page and Wayne Smith will also post them on the Little Room Website!!!  For more info contact Gayla at gaylamorgan@gmail.com.  

LA TRATTORIA OCEANSIDE  IS SET TO RE OPEN ON MAY 26…..LA TRATTORIA ON DUVAL STREET IS SET TO RE OPEN ON JUNE 2!!!!!

**LOUIS PETRONE TALK SHOW PODCAST EVERY TUESDAY….. Resident sage, Louis Petrone who sends a wonderful blog every day, has a Blog Podcast every Tuesday at 9 pm.  To catch it and hear him rant and rave and expound with verve and logic, you can go to
www.blogtalkradio.com/key-west-lou.  Lou has a HUGE following and rightly so!

**NANCY 3 HOFFMAN….Every Tuesday from 5 to 6:30 pm,. Nancy is doing an online Cabaret on her Facebook Page…. Pull up a chair, grab a glass of vino as she will bring some cheer to you during this stay-at-home epidemic.    For more info call her at 207-939-0301.

***LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB …FOR THE TIME BEING ALL IS ON HOLD…..

SCHOONER WHARF… Open for take out AND DINING INDOORS….entertainment too!

**’THE PICKPOCKET’S DAUGHTER’ AT STUDIOS …POSTPONED UNTIL  FEBRUARY 2021……..Playwright, NEAL RUCHMAN, has been working on his new play, ‘THE PICKPOCKET’S DAUGHTER’…..and it will be presented at the Studios on SOMETIME IN FEBRUARY 2021…… so stay tuned!!!!  This play relates the corruption and gang warfare of the 30’s in  NYC…Based on the life and times of Playwright Ruchman’s mother, ‘ The Pickpocket’s Daughter’ is a first class thriller with loads of laughs!  A reading of this play, which will be directed by Murphy Davis, was held  in July 0f  2018 and received raves and accolades from everyone there!!!!  Neal’s Mother, Harriet Moses…known as Matzy for her love of Matzoh, related the events of this story to Neal….She died before she ever got to write this story, so her son Neal, wrote it for her!  You will NOT want to miss THE PICKPOCKET’S DAUGHTER!!!)

VOLUNTEER DOCENTS WANTED… for Old Island Restoration Home Tours….in Feb. and March….Volunteers get free home tour ticket….. Call 305-294-9501 to volunteer.
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LOVE TO YOU, AND REMEMBER….When Key West Opens…. we should NOT let down our guard and pretend the virus is over…. because it is NOT!  Keep social distancing, wear masks to help others….follow the rules…. and be vigilant at all times…..Continue to do the right things …..And if you are reading this right now….YAY!  You and I have survived another day…. and hopefully MANY more to come!      
Lynda
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PS…..AND HERE’S MORE INFORMATION:  SOME INFO WILL OR WILL NOT BE RELEVANT!

REMAINING SHOWS AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE…….note… sadly…..everything cancelled or postponed for the duration of the season.  But trust that when we are open again, we will welcome you back with open arms and open heart!
 
FOSTER HOMES WANTED….Wesley House Family Services is seeking families in the community interested in providing a home to children in the foster care system.  Classes begin Wed., June 12 at 99451 Overseas Hwy. in Key Largo. 

WOMAN’S CLUB OFFERS FREE TOURS….Called ‘The Hellings House’…the home of the KW Woman’s Club… has free tours 10 am to 3 pm Tues. thru Sat. each week. NO TOURS FOR AWHILE….

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.  NOTE …. CLOSED INDEFINITELY…..

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

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

STAR OF THE SEA OUTREACH MISSION NEEDS VOLUNTEERS….To help with the food pantry on Stock Island….This mission serves hundreds of the community’s needy operating Mon-Fri.  Call Donna at 305-407-5967 for info.

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

TENNESSEE WILLIAMS EXHIBIT:…. .513 Truman Ave…This wonderful Museum is under the auspices of the Key West Art & Historical Society with founder, Dennis Beaver as its curator.  The Museum is on Hiatus now but when open again…..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.  Will be 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. 

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

GRACE ON FRANCES STREET….CLOSED FOR AWHILE…….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….….Temporarily Closed…….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!


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