THURSDAY…A TIME TO BE THOUGHTFUL!

THURSDAY, MAY 12, 2011, in KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!!

LINDA & FRED GREENBERG ARE THANKFUL…..                 “….for how our six week old granddaughter, Josey Ann, is thriving.  Her baby-naming service was Sunday and it was lovely.  We are also thankful that Josey’s parents, son Tim and wife Danielle, are getting a spacious new apartment on Riverside Dr. & 75^th in NYC.  And, as ever, we are forever thankful for our wonderful friends down here in the Keys.”

I AM THANKFUL ON THURSDAY….                                       What great fun it is to have friends from days gone by, pop in on you when they come to Key West!  I am so thankful to have Mimi and Joe Burke and their friends, Tom and Shirley, come to visit Key West.  Haven’t seen them in years, and what joy it is to just pick up where we left off!  So glad that they were able to join me at Aqua Nightclub to hear the wonderful Bobby Nesbitt tonight!  I am also thankful for Campbell Cawood and Jimmy Olson who hosted us at a marvelous dinner this evening.  What very special friends!

PRAYER CHAIN…                                                                                    Please keep the following in your special thoughts and prayers……Richard Crooks….. George Poulin……Bill Larkin…..Carol Schenk….Nancy Stevens….Stephen Elliott….Rose Lopez….Claire Carroll…..Jennifer O’Lear……AJ Woods…Bill Mansfield….Dick Jones…Nancy Robinson…Sally Lewis….Alan Ferguson ……the Koenig Family….Billy Cartledge and Jim Hall…..Remember, there are all kinds of reasons why people need prayers, not just health related.   Prayer changes things!!!!   Let me know if anyone should be added to this list…a family member or a friend going through tough times.  We really are all in this thing called ‘Life” together.

RED, WHITE & TUNA at THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE…..                                    The Waterfront Playhouse concludes its smash 71^st season with the hilarious comedy, “Red, White, and Tuna” starring  two of Key West’s most versatile actors, David Black and Mark Watson.  Showtime is 8:30 PM and it runs Tues. thru Sat. until May 21.  Opening night was Thursday, 5/5.…the production is  directed by Cameron Murray.   Actors, David and Mark play 25 different hysterical and unforgetable characters gathered for a Fourth of July celebration.  Howlingly funny, you may want to wear your Depends when you see this show!   Congrats to Danny Weathers on another wonderful and delightful theater presentation at The Waterfront Playhouse.  It was a laugh every single second on opening night, and my goodness….we sure do need some laughter, don’t we?    The opening night audience loved it and Bob and I laughed till our faces hurt!  It’s pure delight to have Mark Watson back onstage, and he and David Black are fabulous together!  For tickets to this laugh out loud show, call 294-5015 or go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org!  Note:  Check out the Friday Night Date special which is 2 tix for $60, a $20 savings.

KEY WEST BURLESQUE AT KELLY’S…5/12,thru the 14……                       Bob and I were totally entertained by this faboo troupe of delightful performers on opening nigh.  You only have three chances to see KW Burly Q this season.  Showtime is at 9 pm, and doors open at 8:30 pm.    Just a warning, this show is VERY popular and sells out so get your tix now! The show theme is KUNG FU…..  You will journey all eve with geishas, ninjas, sumo wrestlers and kabuki dancers.  This dynamite show will be presented on May 5….and on May 11, 12, 13, & 14!!!!  Created and directed by the luscious Christa Hunt (TaTah!!!) and produced by that hottie, Marky Pierson, these shows are true crowd pleasers…hilarious and entertaining.  Go to www.keywestburlesque.com for more info.  For tix go to www.keystix.com or call 295-7676 for reservations! ALL your fave stars perform, including Ta Tah, Marky, Moana, Marquee, Rocky, Frenchie, Buffy, Hunny, Golly G, Frankie, and MANY more!  Marky and Tatah did it again…the place was filled to the brim with delighted  fans who have fallen under the spell of this super fun Group of performers.  I urge you to get  your tix for this super fun show…..see the  dates, and call the above numbers!!!!  Check out the great coverage on KW Burlesque in Paradise this week.

A PUN FOR YOU…..                                       Tony attempted to join his thin crust pizza company with Zimo’s Thick Crust Pizza….but somehow, it didn’t pan out!

HELP KEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL WITH OPERATION GRADUATION….               Thus far $12,000 has been collected for Operation Graduation for the senior class…an all night event providing a safe, alcohol & drug free celebration….a night of music, dancing, movies, games, fun and food. Everyone is asked to help, as it takes a great effort to make this happen.  However….it takes $8,000 MORE DOLLARS  for this event to be put on.  If the money isn’t raise the event will be cancelled.  If everyone on my list contributed $15. Each, we could say we gave our graduating seniors a wonderful and safe time!  Think about it….and send whatever you can to this Fund!

Perhaps if your org wants to do something on behalf of the kids, you can put on a fundraiser.  Or, donations can be sent to Key West High School….Attention of Leslie Holmes….at 2100 Flagler Ave…..Key West, FL 33040. Contact Leslie at 293-1549, ex:54434, or e-mail her at leslie.holmes@keysschools.com.

JOSEPH LOWE CONCERT AT ST. PAUL’S EVERY WEEKDAY       ……       ….. Joe Lowe presents his FREE piano and organ concert from Mon. thru Fri. from noon to 1 pm at St. Paul’s

Episcopal Church on Duval & Eaton St

LATEDA CRYSTAL ROOM NEWS FOR YOU!!!!!                                     Randy Roberts LIVE, will be presenting his last couple shows of the season on Friday May 13 and Sat. May 14!!!!  9 pm in the Crystal Room!!!  Call 296-6706 for tickets!!  Com May 20, 21,, 27 & 28, the always fabulous and VERY missed CHRISTOPHER PETERSON, will be back at LATEDA with his amazing EYECONS show at 9 pm!  That is great news!  Call 296-6706 for tix, and let’s give Christopher a royal Key West welcome back…for however long he will be here!  NOTE:  Patrick & Debra perform in the By George Bar at 8:30 pm, Wed. thru Sunday each week!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON MAY 12…..                            On Thurs., May 12, it’s Carmen Rodriguez and Gordy Michael…..2  for 1 Cocktails from 5 to 7 pm!!!!!   Special Tapas Menu only on Tues. & Thurs.  Beachside Marriott in the Lounge!!!!

SCHOONER WHARF ON MAY 12….                          On May 12,, from Noon until 5 pm, it’s Michael McCloud…..From 7 to 11 pm, it’s Raven Cooper & Bubba Lownotes….On May 11, from Noon till 5 it’s Michael McCloud…..from 7 to 11 pm, it’s the Cool Duo, of Sam Ramos & Carl Peachy….. from 9 pm until 1 am, it’s the Magic of Frank Everhart.

EVERY FRIDAY IN MAY AT THE BOTTLECAP……         See Deejay Gerk  with a new style of D’Jing, in the Groove Lounge at The BottleCap 1128 Simonton St.  This is a blending audio with your fave music video, to bring the craziest visual performance Key West has been ‘dying’ to see!  This well take place on May 13, 20, and 27 all during the month of May from 11 PM to 3 AM!!!!

BOBBY AT THE GARDENS HOTEL…. May 12……                     The D’vine Wine Gallery at 526 Angela St. is open from Wed. thru Sun. from 5 to 10 PM………….! Hope to see you all at Cabaret Night with the fabulous Bobby Nesbitt, who will be at the piano there from 5:30 to 9 pm on Thursday, May 12^th!!!!

TRUMAN SYMPOSIUM IN KEY WEST MAY 13 & 14…..              Titled, “The Civil Liberties Legacy of Harry S. Truman”, events begin May 13 at 6:30 pm with a reception and keynote speech at the Little White House, 111 Front St.  Guided tours are offered prior to the reception.  The May 14 symposium starts at 8:30 am at the Marriott Beachside Hotel.  Great speakers are expected.  For more information call 294-9911.  Registration is a must.

SKIPPER & GORDY AT SALUTE’S ON MAY 13…..                            Gordy Michael will perform with Skipper Kripitz from 6 to 8 PM at the weekly sunset music series at Salute Restaurant at Higg’s Beach.

SHORT ATTENTION SPAN THEATRE AT THE RED BARN……..            This newest Red Barn show runs thru Sat., May 21.  Tix are $35 .  On Thrifty Thursdays call the box office and get 2 tix for $50. 296-9911.  This show presents an evening of short plays, some funny, some sad, some

touching and even disturbing.  A great group of performers including Shakti Assouline,

BobBowersox, Pony Charvet, Carolyn Cooper, Mook J, Quincy Perkins, Erin McKenna, Chad

Newman, Eli Pancamo, Randi Reams, and Joanie Sullivan.  You can also go to

www.redbarntheatre.com for tix.  Note that the show is presented Wed. thru Sat. each week.

IMPROVABLES COMEDY CRUISE….SAT. MAY 14TH…..                  This event takes place every Sat. eve aboard Sunset Watersports Pary Cat….Tix are $45 or $25 with a Local ID…includes a two hour cruise, comedy show, free beer, wine and soft drinks, and appetizers, DJ and dancing.  A full cash bar is available.  Check in at 8 pm…boat leaves at 8:30 pm.  For reservations call 305-296-2554, or visit www.keywestimprov.com.

JEANIE FALCONE PERFORMS….May 12, 13 & 14…..                                 On May 12, Jeanie performs at Southernmost on the Beach Hotel from 4:30 pm till 7:30 pm….every Thursday……  Then, On May 13 & 14, Jeanie will be serenading everyone at The Bull at 1:00 PM!!!!!

BABY T AT THE BULL…..         Alison Mayer, aka BABY T, will be performing at the Bull on Sundays from 6 to 9 pm and Monday eves from 8 to Midnight!!!!!

$25 BIRTHDAY BAR TAB AT THE BOTTLECAP GROOVE LOUNGE……        If you are at the Bottlecap at 1128 Simonton St. on the exact day of your birthday, just show them a valid ID and receive a $25 bar tab and party favors too!  (See your bartender for any restrictions.)  Tell all your friends about this new great deal in town.  Thanks again to Carolyn and Carmello!!!

MAY & JUNE DANCE CLASSES WITH LUCY & LEON….                          Learn to dance with Lucy & Leon….3 new 8 week dance courses starting May 9 & qq.  #1) Mon., from 8 to 9 pm, beginner Rumba…#2).Wed., from 7 to 8 pm, beginner intermediate Latin Mix….#3).Wed. from 8 to 9 pm, Beginner/ Intermediate Swing.  Singles Welcome…Please Pre-register.  Located at Paradise Health & Fitness Dance Studio at 1706 N. Roosevelt Blvd.  Call 296-6348 or e-mail 2610fog@bellsouth.net.

A PARAPROSDOKIAN SENTENCE FOR YOU….                         A clear conscience is usually the sign of a bad memory!

WINE EVENT AT MICHAEL’S…MAY 12^TH….                              15 wines for $15 or less…..from 5 to 7 PM….Cost is $15 and includes a lovely spread, too!

HAPPY HOUR AT BOTTLECAP….MAY 13^TH….             From 5 to 8 PM, all tips benefit The Studios of Key West……great prizes…..auction…..Marky Pierson is the emcee…celeb bartenders….fab snacks by Small Chef at Large….raffles….Call 296-0458 with questions!

CONCERT AT SAN CARLOS ON MAY 13^TH….                    A famed Gypsy flamenco duo, Willie and

Lobo, will perform a classical guitar concert at 8 pm at San Carlos on Fri., May 13^th.  Doors open

at 7:30 pm.  You are in for a real treat with these marvelous musicians!

ATTENTION WINTER RESIDENTS WHO ARE HEADING NORTH…..                      Many of our winter KW residents are heading north.  As you clean your houses to depart, the Outreach Mission (292-3013) & Soup Kitchen (294-2772), at St. Mary’s Church would appreciate your donations of unopened and unused food for their pantry  to help those in need.  Thanks!

BUY A BRICK AT POINCIANA ROYALE…..                            This new 50 unit housing complex from AIDS Help will soon be opening.  For only $50 per 4 X 8 brick, you can inscribe your own name, commemorate a significant life event….or honor the memory of another on the brick pathway.  To place an order access www.AIDSHelp.cc.  For more info call Rodney Ross at 293-3671.

CONGRATS TO MICHAEL PHILIP……                      Artist/Photographer, Michael Philip has done a lovely new book called “Flores para los Muertos” ….. For information on purchasing this book, call 498-7714.

GO GREEN!  MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE FAIR ON MAY 14….            From 12 noon until 3 pm, local KW 6^th, 7^th & 8^th graders will be showcasing their science fair projects in the Garden at KW Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden on Stock Island.  Come stroll the garden, enjoy free refreshments and learn about the projects our students have developed.  FREE admission….all invited.  Support our students!

HOWARD LIVINGSTON AT TURTLE KRAALS ON MARY 14……                There will be a FREE concert with Howard and the Mile Marker 24 Band at Turtle Kraals on 5/14 at 7:00 pm!  ALL welcome to party at The Kraals!

COMMUNITY DAY AT THE CUSTOM HOUSE ON MAY 15^th….             Mark your calendars… Admission is FREE for locals all day….Make sure  you visit the ‘Speedway to Sunshine’ exhibit, all about the Railway that Flagler built!  It’s fabulous.  Also, all members will get an additional 15% off all that weekend!!!!

SOUTHERNMOST CAR CLUB EVENT ON MAY 15…..             You are invited to the Show & Shine at the Sugarloaf Lodge on 5/15 from Noon until 4 PM!  Free to all…..Prizes, raffle, food and cold drinks….50’s & 60’s music…bring the whole family and see these relics of the auto world!  For more info call 304-9991.  New Members are welcome always!

DENIS HYLAND AT PIER HOUSE…MAY 15^TH….                        Denis Hyland, fresh from his smash cabaret night at The Studios, will be the Showcase Performer with Larry Smith at 9 pm at The Pier House.  Come early….there will be a great crowd!

DEBRA & PATRICK AT THE GARDENS ON MAY 15……                 This dynamic duo will perform for Jazz Night at The Gardens Hotel, on Sun., May 15 from 5:30 to 8:00 pm!   This is thee place to be on Sundays in Key West!!!!  526  Angela St.

CELEBRATE 14 YEARS OF MAGIC AT SCHOONER WHARF ON MAY 15….                 Everyone is invited to help celebrate Frank Everhart & his 14 yrs. of magic at the Wharf!  Festivities start at 7 pm and will go on and on…..Lots of special guest acts will be there including Rich Lessig, Capt. Bill Grosscup, Tim Glancey Greg Wythe, and Alan Gold, plus more!  The Doerfels ore onstage from 7 to midnight……an eve of food, drinks, laughs, magic, and FUN!

DIABETES MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP MAY 16-JUNE 20…..            The FLA Keys Area Health Educ. Center is sponsoring a 6 wk. workshop that promotes self-mgt. of diabetes….program designed for those who have diabetes or a family history of diabetes.  Every Mon., from 5/16 to 6/20 from 10 am until 12:30 pm….at DePoo Hospital, Kennedy Dr., Key West.  To sign up call Jeanne Somma, RN at Keys AHEC….743-7111, ex: 208.  $20 deposit for materials will be refunded at the end of the workshop series.

HIGH SCHOOL CHOIR FINAL SHOW ON MAY 18…            The Final Concert of the year will be presented at 7 pm at the school at 2100 Flagler Ave…..Come and see our very talented teens!

ANCHORS AWEIGH FISHING TOURNEY….MAY 21…..                This event will raise money for the nonprofit clubhouse which serves as the recovery center for residents of the Keys who have alcohol & drug addictions.  There will be prizes in various categories.  Cost for a private boat is $125 for four anglers….includes entry, tournament T-shirt, a ticket to the May 20 Captain’s meeting and a ticket to the awards barbecue at the Southernmost Hotel.  For those who don’t own a boat, you can go on the Tortuga !V Party boat at $65 per person.  Get applications at 404 Virginia St.  For more info call Pete at 509-7244.

MCC CHURCH EVENT ON MAY 22^ND….           A bit early, but I hear tix are going fast already!  Come to Lateda’s Crystal Room to celebrate Sister Glory Alice’s Joyous Jubilee & Spiritual Revival Celebration….an eve of inspired entertainment….7:30 PM….less than 10 tables left….Table price is $125 and $100.  General seats are $20 at the door.  Performers are Sister Glory Alice, Eric Cole, and Rev. Joe McMurray.  Call Ben Teague at 395-2559 for reservations!

SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR KIDS AT THE STUDIOS OF KEY WEST…..                   Many various

programs will be offered at 600 White St. this summer.  Call TSKW at 296-0458 or stop at The

Armory to enroll your child!

HAPPY MAY 12^th BIRTHDAY TO…..

……the very lovely SHIRLEY BLOCK…….to activist, SUSANNE WOODS……to the debonair, JOE PIZZO……to man of a thousand costumes, CHUCK GILMORE….and to special JIM YOUNG!!!!

Love to YOU…and Remember…        The person who knows how to laugh at himself will never cease to be amused.

Lynda