MAY 1 THRU MAY 8 2023…IN KEY WEST WITH LYNDA 

MONDAY, MAY 1, 2023 
HAPPY MAY 1  BIRTHDAY TO….QUEEN KAREN FRANK-NOLL…. NANCY WILLIAMS…. HELEN EDGINGTON … JOHN MORGAN … JOE REGAN … TINA GARRETT…. CHRISTOPHER TOLER…MICHAEL CATES …SUSAN NANNA … DONALD GOLIGHTLY … PATTY SICKEL … (Please remember … Joe Guth …. Rob Halstead …James B. Stocklas…. Rory O’Neil …Jean Olson…..Len & Lottie Domski….Jack Collins….)

**A SPECIAL GIG TO SPREAD JOY AT POINCIANA GARDENS… I am reaching out to singers, musicians and entertainers out there who may want to help in spreading cheer and joy to the residents of the Poinciana Gardens Assisted Care Housing at 1664 Dunlop in Key West.  On the Third floor of the Gardens, are Residents who are not very mobile. (Some are Anne McKee, Joanie Sullivan, and Joan Lord Papy!)  If you are interested in performing for approximately 45 minute to an hour during the 4 to 6 pm time slot, please contact Sandy Higgs at 305-797-6992 and please leave a message if she does not answer with your contact info.  Her email is higgswest@aol.com.  You can also contact Ed Swift’s office at 305-294-4142 and leave a message with Hope, Ed’s assistant. This is a paying job…. please let them know how much you charge per hour.  They are hoping for some kind of entertainment in the Recreation center every day if possible.  Maybe you can help out once a week…maybe once per month….they are flexible… Let them know and also if you need access to a piano or not… or if you bring your own instrument, etc.  I have already sent this out personally to some I thought might want to do this and have had a positive response.  It doesn’t surprise me as Key Westers have the biggest hearts anywhere!  If you are interested or you know some persons who may be…. please let Sandy and or Ed know.  Thanks and God Bless! 

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ ROOM, MONDAYS….5:30-7:30 …5:30-7:30 it’s Matt Butler at the piano… 8 pm, it is Peter Diamond & Co…..  Wonderful entertainment every single night and also during the late afternoon and early evening.  Delish food and drinks and owned and operated by the dashing couple, Wayne Larue Smith and Denis Hyland! 

JILLIAN TODD AT PEPE’S , MAY 1 & 8…. This fab entertainer performs from  4 to 7 pm.

THE GARDENS HOTEL EVERY MONDAY, MAY 1,8,15,22,29. ….from 5 to 7 pm it’s Mary Spear entertaining ….526 Angela St. 

AT VIVA SALOON ON MONDAYS…..Robert Douglas entertains…. 6 to 9 pm….Have you seen the wonderful Tiki Covered Bar at Viva?  Fantastic!

TAVERN N TOWN…MAY1,8,15,22,29… Rob Distasi performs from 5 to 9 pm. 

SCHOONER WHARF….MAY 1….Raven Cooper 12- 5 pm…Joe the Show, 7-11 pm.

KARI WOLF ON MAY 1….At Irish Kevin’s on Duval at 10 pm….

***LATEDA.. …. Performing in the Crystal Room at Lateda at 9 pm are … Christopher Peterson’s EYECONS show and Randy Roberts LIVE! ….1125 Duval St.  To check on the  schedule go to the Lateda website.  Downstairs in the Lounge is the superb 3 SUM  who perform on Thursday thru Monday at 8:30 pm. And the Fabulous Spectrelles are on Tues. and Wed. at 8:30 pm. 

CHARITY BINGO AT GREEN PARROT…Monday at 7 pm… to benefit A WORTHY CAUSE. 

MY NEPHEW & GODSON…. I am requesting prayers for my dear nephew and godson, FRED STEVENS, who suffers from a rare and complicated illness, Guillain Barre Syndrome.  (please google it online)  If you can, reach out to him  (whether or not you know him) and let him know you are keeping him in your thoughts and prayers at this time.  His text numbers are 216-848-2762 or 440-527-1234.  His email is fstevens68@aol.com.  For those who choose to send a card of support, his address is 2752 Horseshoe Blvd., Westlake, OH 44145.  Thanks to all who have already reached out.  Fred’s wife Judi said that the messages of support have been overwhelming and have had a healing effect.

PLEASE NOTE… THE PRAYER CHAIN HAS BEEN RELOCATED TOWARD THE BOTTOM OF THE BLOG.  PLEASE REMEMBER ALL THOSE WHO NEED OUR PRAYERS MOST.  THANK YOU… SCROLL DOWN PLEASE. 

MY BLOG ALSO AT CONCHTV….  You can also go  to https://www.conchtv.com/author/lynda and get my blog anytime…. also the current birthday and anniversary lists…. and my picture too!!!   

ALSO….To contact me, direct all messages to kwlynda@bellsouth.net,  I am interested in all you may have to say.  Also, if you have any information that I could use in this blog, please send it to me and I will try to  include it next time. 

SAD NEWS……  Terry Carper, husband of Queen Jane (Rohrshneider), and nephew of Jean Carper…. recently lost his beloved son Daniel Carper.  Our hearts ache for him and his family and this great loss.   Please reach out to him with messages of sympathy at:  Terry & Jane Carper, 1306 Angela St., Key West, FL 33040.  A way to honor Daniel Carper’s memory would be to contribute to the local high school band a Daniel was a very active musician.  You can direct your donation in his honor to: Buckeye Valley Music Boosters, 679 Coover Rd., Delaware, Ohio 43015. Write in memory of Daniel Carper on Memo line on checks. 

EVERYTHING IS BLOOMIN’ JUDY BLUME!!!!   It has been so great to see all the wonderful news articles and television segments on our own JUDY BLUME…. not only promoting her wonderful new movie “Are You There God?  It’s me, Margaret” but her new documentary about Judy’s Life.  Just loved her appearance on The VIEW…. proud of her courage to speak out and speak the truth.  Thanks for being a great Key West Ambassador! 

RANDY ROBERTS…. If you haven’t seen Randy’s new hilarious video… a parody of the song, It’s DeLovely…. make sure you do! I know it is on Facebook!   

“WHEN THERE’S SMOKE THERE’S FIRE”….My mother always said that when there was a rumor going around…. usually the rumor was true.  Right now I have heard that the fabulous Aqua Nightclub is being or has been sold.  Having spent 12 seasons there of presenting Aqua Idol, the Nightclub is close to my heart. Only good memories of countless great times spent there… first with Mark Barauck and then Jill McDonald and of late, Michael Ingram… all wonderful!!!   I wish Only the very best to the Aqua Nightclub Family…owners and performers….. past, present and future!!!!   Stay tuned!

A PUN or LEXOPHILE FOR YOU….Need an ARK to save two of everything?  I Noah guy….
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TUESDAY. MAY 2…2023

HAPPY MAY 2 BIRTHDAY TO….BRIAN CORBETT…. ARTHUR CROCKER … JAN GEBHART…. GEORGE DE BRAUD…. WHILHELMINA LOPEZ MARTIN…. BASIA CHAPLIN….ROBIN MITCHELL…. (Please remember Ric Pinckeney.)  HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO… MARY ANN & DAVE BRANGACCIO.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO GAYLA MORGAN AND THE CAST AND CREW OF “CONCH REPUBLIC THE MUSICAL” WHICH JUST FINISHED A MOST SUCCESSFUL RUN AT LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB!   Special regards to the superb cast…. Michael Aaglan…Billy Cartledge….Trey Forsyth…Annie Miners… Don Bearden….Camille Russo Toler… Tony Konrath…. Wayne Larue Smith….and to co-director, Lauren Thompson!  A GREAT TIME WAS HAD BY ALL!!!!!   BRAVO!!!! Thanks for helping put great big smiles on so many people’s faces!!!!

….AND SO GREAT TO WELCOME BACK FORMER KEY WESTERS AND DEAR FRIENDS… MARY ELLEN & CLAYTON BEATTIE AND CHERRY SCHNEPF… (came in specially to see Conch Republic!!)

TAVERN N TOWN.. ….  MAY 2…. James King 5-7pm.
 
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB…MAY 2 entertainment from 5:30-7:30 it is Paul Warthen) ..and at 8 pm….Blues day Tuesday with Larry Baeder…821 Duval St.  

VIRGILIOS AT 8 PM….TUESDAYS  ….Skipper and a talented group of musical entertainers….

JILLIAN TODD AT SCHOONER WHARF…. MAY 2….. Noon to 5 pm!!! Come and hear what everyone is talking about!!!!

COMEDY KEY WEST.. 218 Whitehead St…..Go to www.comedykeywest.com to get tix and see the monthly lineup…. Or call 305-985-7370.

AT VIVA SALOON…. EVERY TUESDAY EVE, …..Coconut Koalas Duo …performs from 6 to 9 pm.   (subject to change)

VOLUNTEERS FOR KW SEA TURTLE CLUB…. Needed for upcoming nesting season which began on April 15-Oct. 31.  For info call Denise at 305-928-0606.

THE GARDENS HOTEL TUESDAY, MAY 2,9,16,23,30…. Kenneth Albert  Duo  ….    entertaining from 5 to 7 pm in the Atrium.  526 Angela St.

KARI & JACK WOLF LOVE DUO…….Mangoes from 8 – 11 pm.  
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 3, 2023

HAPPY ,MAY 3 BIRTHDAY TO ….TONI DAVIS…. CHAR CLEM …. JOHN BUZOGANY…..HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…. DONNA & KEVIN GALLAGHER ….SIMON & MARIA ZITO-KAUFMAN …. SANDY & DEAN WALTERS. (Please remember… Joy & Wally Peck.)

KEY WEST SONGWRITERS MAY 3-7, 2023…. Singers and programs are now announced….Super vocalists will be appearing all over town… many at free venues…For  a complete list of  schedules, please  go to  www.keywestsongwritersfestival.com.  

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB….WEDNESDAY AT 5:30-7:30… Karen Heins at the Piano … . AT 8 PM… Joe Dallas & Paradise Swing Band with  Skippo…..great Jazz from our fab local artists…

SCHOONER WHARF…. Tony Baltimore from noon to 5 pm…Raven Cooper from 7 to 11 pm.

TAVERN N TOWN ….WED.MAY 3,10,17,24,31……5 TO 9 PM….  it’s Mike Emerson….

JESS WACHS & LARRY SMITH… AT PILAR ON MAY 10….Pilar Rum Distillery on Simonton St….4 to 7 pm…

JESS WACHS & LARRY BAEDER..MAY 10……7 TO 10 PM…..Halo at The Saint… Upstairs bar overlooking Duval St.  

UPCOMING FRINGE PRODUCTIONS…..MAY 10…. 7 pm at The Armory, 600 White St….’THE LAST FIVE YEARS”. 

“ARSENIC & OLD LACE” OPENS ON MAY 10 IN PREVIEW…. AT Waterfront Playhouse… 8 pm….Get tix NOW at 305-294-5015… or at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org. Matinee is at 2 pm on May 20 … Thursday ….date nights….GRAND Opening night is MAY 11 and will include a gala party in the Sculpture Garden.  Directed by Tom Thayer…set design, by Michael Boyer….stars a stellar cast…..Gerri Louise Gates and Peggy Montgomery …along with Carolyn Cooper, Mathias Maloff, Steve Miller, John DiMicco, Zach Franchini, Richard Titus, Karl Stahl, Ray West, Wayne Dapser, Donna Stabile, and John Swann.  

****DAVE BOOTLE AT MANGOES….WEDNESDAY THRU SATURDAY EVERY SINGLE WEEK…… Enjoy this marvelous entertainer… one of Key West’s true GEMS….. and dance the night away… You are SURE to have the best time ever!  9 pm…till Midnight. ….DON’T MISS!!!!!!…..always a party with Dave!!!!! 

SUGARLOAF FARMERS MARKET, EVERY WEDNESDAY….at Sugarloaf Lodge 17001 Overseas Hwy…. 10 am to 2 pm.  Features vendors, also BBQ, food and produce.

HOWARD LIVINGSTON ON MAY 10…. The Navy League is proud to present Howie and the Mile Marker 24 Band (at 6 pm), along with Kristen McNamara, former American Idol finalist( 7:30 pm) and Country singer, Cliff Cody(5 pm).  Howard & the Band then return at 8 pm!  Tix are only $10 for community members…free for active duty persons and kids under 12.  Tix at Eventbrite or at the door or on website www.higbeecommissioning.org.  Bring blankets or chairs… no outside food or drinks…or coolers.

THE KEY WEST LIBRARY….EVERY WEDNESDAY… Hosts a free movie each Wed. at 3 pm.  700 Fleming St.

AT KW LIBRARY…EVERY WEDNESDAY….Crafting for Adults 10 am to noon….Materials are supplied.  700 Fleming St.

AT THE GARDENS HOTEL.. WEDNESDAYS……Sean Griffin entertains from 5 to 7 pm at The Gardens…

THANKFUL ON WEDNESDAY…..I am grateful for many things and mostly for so many people who have touched my life in unique and special ways of late…Jack Agnew…..Jimmy Olson…….. Kate Regan & Ken Silverman…. Amy Bondurant & David Dunn …..June Hudson….Rob O’Neal….Melissa Lang……Gerry Bernat ….All those praying for those in need……..Kate Miano..Jessica Miano-Kruel ….Randy Roberts…… Rob Frechette ……ever true Bru (Moore)….. Gayla Morgan……Kristin LoGerfo and Peter Glicklich  ….Diane Strong …. Maggie McCollester ……Greg Collins……. Ed Swift …Sandy Higgs….Jerry Galeana …. Fred Greenberg & June Hudson …. Johnny & Maribell Maschal …..Bobby Nesbitt…Judy Blume ……Bunnie Smith ….Chris Elwell  …… Susan Guadagno….Billy Cartledge …. Christopher Peterson . …..Trey Forsyth ……Matt Rawls ….Fr. John Baker……Jani Krejcirova …. .Peter Arnow …..Danny Genica at Azur… Mike Benner…. Mary Ellen & Clayton Beattie.. …..  Jeffrey Ware …. Maria Wevers & Grand Cafe ….Rosi Ware ……. Stuart and Susie Kaufman ……… Nand Pandey ……Tom Thayer ……Bobby Nesbitt…Chris & Sharon Santry ….Robert Spottswood ……..George Fernandez…..  Gary & Tom Groetz …………..and MOST of all my dearest husband BOB!!!!

WE SHARE IN JUNE HUDSON’S JOY ON THE GREAT UPDATE ON HER DAUGHTER LORANN WOOD!  After 3 years of battling cancer and undergoing chemo, Lorann was informed that she is ‘cured’ and can return to normal living.  Prayers of support truly do work.  God bless Lorann, her husband Buzz, and the entire family.
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THURSDAY, MAY 4, 2023

HAPPY MAY 4 BIRTHDAY TO…TIM MALONEY …JANICE STETTNER …PETER STRONG…. KAY FULLEN …. CINDY COBB… TIM SKOH… ANNE SMITH …. (Please remember…. Dennis Stevens … Bill Mansfield … Betty Shields…. Lee Dodez….)

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FARMER’S MARKET… THURSDAY……2 to 7 pm every Thursday….. … Produce, beverages, music, seafood, apparel, cheeses,  gifts, art, books, etc…. fun….AT  Truman Waterfront.

NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER, MAY 4…..Interfaith Event with area Clergy and city officials….9 am at City Hall, 1300 White St. 

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB……..THURSDAY..5:30-7:30, The Ken & George Duo … … Entertainment at 8 pm with Skipper Kripitz, Larry Smith and Claire Caplan ..!!!! Music at its best.. 821 Duval St. 

SCHOONER WHARF ….All Day songwriter’s showcase!

KARI WOLF ON …. The Tiki Hut on Greene St. from 8 pm-12.

AT THE GARDENS HOTEL EVERY THURSDAY….From 5 to 7 pm,…Sean Griffin entertains.

TAVERN N TOWN ….. Carmen Rodriguez performs with James King from 5-9 APRIL 27.

AL ROMANO PERFORMS EVERY THURSDAY….AT The Celtic Conch Public House, 528 Front St…. formerly The Rum Barrell….. Al packs em in and sings his heart out….He truly is our Key West Frank Sinatra!!!!!  5 to 8 pm….New spot…. good food….Happy Hour from 5-7 pm.   

MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU… MAY4….Keys Candlelight Concert by String Quartet…. led by Irie Monte…. at Tennessee Williams Theatre Lobby…..get tix at www.keystix.com.  8 pm.  Bring the Kids! 

***”ARSENIC & OLD LACE” GRAND OPENING AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE, MAY 11…..8 pm… This Classic Comedy will have you rolling in the aisles…. Get tix NOW at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015.  Directed by Tom Thayer and set design by Michael Boyer…Stars… Gerri Louise Gates, Peggy Montgomery, Steve Miller, Ray West, Wayne Dapser, Carolyn cooper, Mathias Maloff, Andrew Theede, Azhary Franchini, Donna Stabile, Karl Stahl, Richard Tilus, Jophn DeMicco, and John Swann….AFTER PARTY!!!!

BEREAVEMENT MEETINGS EVERY THURS…….If you are working through the grief process of losing someone dear, there is help for you.  Join this caring Support Group at 7:15 pm at the Klaus-Murphy Center at the Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea.  You are not alone….  God bless Velma Christian for her special ministry,_**

***WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE 2023 SEASON SHINES!!! …..ON MAY 11-27 WILL BE…. The beloved comedy, “ARSENIC AND OLD LACE” starring the hilarious duo of GERRI LOUISE GATES & PEGGY MONTGOMERY!  ….. During Pride Week, on June 7-10, will be HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH, starring the talented, PHILLIP COLE WHITE.  Wrapping the season will be ‘CHARLOTTE’S WEB’ based on the lovely children’s book by EB White….only June 16 & 17.  Go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015 for tickets and info on becoming  a member of the Playhouse…so many perks at every level of membership. 
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FRIDAY, MAY 5 2023…..

HAPPY MAY 5 BIRTHDAY TO….PATRICIA BOLLINGER… STAN MILES … TAYLOR DOEBLER…. JANETTE STONE…. QUINN MULLINS…. RODNERY ROSS…CHRISTY BARLOW….(Please remember…Robby Whitney…. Florence Recher… Rosalie and Dr. Paul Zito…. Louise Harding.)
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THE GARDENS HOTEL FRIDAY… …Gregory James entertains .In the Atrium…. From 5 to 7 pm, …  526 Angela St. (could change weekly) 

***TERRI WHITE PERFORMS EVERY FRIDAY AT PAPA PILAR’S RUM DISTILLERY… 3 to 6 pm. FRI.. Located at the corner of Greene and Simonton Sts. AT 201 Simonton St.   Call 305-414-8754 to make sure Terri is there that night.

TAVERN N’ TOWN…MAY 5,12,19,26…Mike Emerson entertains from 5 to 7 pm!!!!

JILLIAN TODD AT SALTY FROG…. 1 pm to 4 pm!!!!  Catch this multi talented singer/songwriter!

SCHOONER WHARF….. MAY 5… Rolando Rojas  from 7-11:30

KARI WOLF ON .. At the Rum Factory…..6:30-9:30 pm.   105 Simonton St.

KWHS DRAMA CLUB SPRING MUSICAL, MAY 12 AND 13…..Show is ‘MEAN GIRLS” (High School Version.)….Director, Jeremy Zoma …Choreography by Lauren Thompson… produced by Emily Young….At Key West Auditorium…. Show starts at 7 pm…doors open at 6:30 pm.  2100 Flagler Ave….Talented cast includes, Ruby Stover Sickman, Mia Cawvey, Maddox Lowe, Caira Johnson, and others….. Get tix at www.vancoevents.com/31390 …. OR AT THE DOOR.

DANCE WORKS 20!…MAY 19 AND 20…7:30 PM…. at Tennessee Williams Theatre…See all the aspiring dancers of all ages perform…..From CoffeeMill Dance Co.  Get tix at www.keystix.com.

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB….ENTERTAINMENT EVERY FRIDAY.. 821 Duval St. At 5:30-7:30, Mike Dennis at the piano. …… and at 8 pm it JEFF DAULTON & CLAIRE CAPLAN!!!!!

JESS WACHS BIG DEBUT AT LITTLE ROOM, MAY 12….8 PM….with Larry Baeder, Skipper Kripitz and Jeff Dalton!  821 Duval St.
       
*VIVA SALOON.. FRIDAY…  LARRY SMITH and SKIPPO and CLAIRE CAPLAN!!!! 8 PM…….. Jazz Music every weekend.  903 Duval St…. 6:30 PM.
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SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2023

HAPPY MAY 6 BIRTHDAY TO…GUY ROSS…. JODY GROSS… DIMITRI… KRISTIN WINTERS…. LORI ZYCHOWSKI ….
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HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WAST FREE DROPOFF…MAY 6….8 am to noon…at Indigenous Park…..

SCHOONER WHARF, MAY 6…. Kristen Kearns Duo from noon to 5 pm….Raven Cooper Band from 7 to 11 pm.

AT THE GARDENS…”TALK DERBY TO ME”  5-7 pm… Annual fundraiser for the KWPD Mounted Unit.  Meet the horses and the Kentucky Derby will be streamed LIVE!  $20 give you your first Mint Julip and light fare.  Games of Chance…Prizes for best hat, costume and couple!

LITTLE ROOM ON SATURDAY….. 5:30-7:30 pm..Pianist, Malathi featuring the great Denis Hyland……….8 PM  Great Jazz with that very cool Skipper Kripitz, Mike Emerson, & BeBob Grabowski….  821 Duval St.

BOATING COURSE OFFERED..MAY 6….5205 College Rd.  8 to Noon.  $70 or $85 for two students sharing materials.  Price includes lunch and guest speaker. For info call Vince Melendy at 305-296-1126.

VIVA SALOON….. MAY 6…. 8 -11 pm…. It’s Joe Dallas and the ethereal Jillian Todd performing…..   

TAVERN N TOWN…SAT…..from 5-9 pm.. MAY 6, LARRY SMITH at the piano from 5-9 pm. 

POKER CLASSIC… MAY 13….  May Sands Montessori School will hold a Texas Hold Em… tournament fundraiser….6:30-to 10 pm….at VFW Post 3911 at 2200N. Roosevelt Blvd. Play starts at 7 pm…$50 donation gets 2,500 in chips….For info call 305-293-1400, Ex. 53428.

EPIPHANY SINGS LIVE AT AQUAPLEX….4 TO 6 PM….504 Angela St.

THE GARDENS HOTEL…EVERY SATURDAY ……..Next week….From 5 to 7 pm, Bobby Green entertains in the Atrium at The Gardens.  Always FREE to attend.
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SUNDAY, MAY 7, 2023

HAPPY MAY 7 BIRTHDAY TO…QUEEN GINGER KING….MARYANN STANKY….. CHRISTINAN MONZON …. DAN STAGER… PHILLIP LEILLE… CHARLES BRADFORD…. MICHAEL NAUGHTON…. DON WHITEHEAD….
______________________________________________________________________________***WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE OPEN AUDITIONS, MAY 7….All you wonderful actors out there…. Hope you will come to the Waterfront Playhouse at 2 pm….to audition for various shows for the 23/24 season.  Please prepare a brief monologue and 16 bars of a song of your choice.  Actors Needed……”Little Shop of Horrors” the Voice of Audrey…and one urchin that will sing./  “Singin in the Rain”… needed, a mature male as well as male and female ensemble members…must sing and move well./ “Murder on the Orient Express”…some male and female roles are open ….”Lost in Yonkers”…some male and female roles are open.  In addition the Playhouse is looking for people interested in stage managing and working tech for various shows.  If interested, please come to auditions and fil out info form.  Thank you.

SUNDAYS AT MANGOES…. 8:30 PM…. It’s the fabulous WOLF LOVE BAND with adorbs married duo, Kari (Daily) and Jack Wolf…they make beautiful music together

JAZZ AT THE GARDENS….SUNDAY…..MAY 7….. Singer Gloria West and Friends…. 5-7:30 PM…..ALWAYS A SUPER TIME WITH QUEEN KATE IN THE GARDENS ON SUNDAY!!!!

VIVA SALOON ON SUNDAYS…. ….It’s  Marjorie Lee Mitchell… 6 to 9 pm. 

SCHOONER WHARF… MAY 7 , Jillian Todd,  noon to 5 pm …. It’s The  Christopher Dean Duo from 7 to 11:30 pm.

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB….. EVERY SUNDAY…….5:30-7:30 PM, It is Paul Warthen at the piano… ……..8 pm……Larry Smith and a Company of fab musicians and singers Jam for your great pleasure!!!!!  821 Duval St…..Great way to begin or to cap off an evening.  WE LOVE THE LITTLE ROOM!!!!!

TAVERN N TOWN ..MAY 7,14,21,28….It’s Rob DiStasi in the Lounge ,from 5 to 9 pm…..

***MUSIC ROOM’S UPCOMING KIDS HELPING KIDS BENEFIT CONCERT…. MAY 7….43rd Annual Concert…. theme is ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE….Celebrating songs from the Beatles….6:30 pm at Tennessee Williams Theatre…..5901 College Rd….Over 40 of Key West’s finest young musicians plus popular pro entertainers, Chris Toler, Camille Russo Toler, Claire Caplan, Gregory James, Suzanne Moore, Dave Hoffman and Belle Jampol… Directed by Robin Kaplan with musicians Joe Dallas & Skipper Kripitz…  Get tix at www.keystix.com.  

FRINGE THEATER AUDITIONS ON MAY 14… 4 PM AT  The Armory at 600 White St.  Prepare a 1-2 minute monologue (memorized or not) ….Plus  Sing 16 Bars of a song… a capella if you want to… If you cannot attend…Video it… Email to info@fringetheater.com… or test to 305-731-0581.  If your file is too big, send it (free) via www.wetransfer.com. 

JESS WACHS GROUP VOCAL WORKSHOP…MAY 14….12 to 4 pm… See and hear all the great students taking vocal lab from Jess Wachs!!!  At Little Room Jazz Club at 821 Duval St.

ARTISAN MARKET…MAY 14, 28….JUNE 11, 25, JULY 9, 23…AUGUST 6 & 20….Mini Market at VFW on Roosevelt Blvd.  Brunch, Bar, Lunch, Produce, Shopping, Local Art.  ETC… Bring your own bags!  Mother’s Day,March 14 will feature a full brunch and free Mimosas for MOM!  

MANGOES DRUNKEN DRAG BRUNCH….SUNDAYS…. Jimmy Harcup is the super duper HOST!!!!   Go to Mangoes Facebook Page or google to find out details, like dates, ticket cost, and times.  Sounds like a fun way to spend a Sunday afternoon in Key West!!!  (This is not every week, so call Mangoes or go online to find out when, etc.)

CHECK OUT THE WEBSITES OF THE VARIOUS CLUBS IN TOWN TO FIND OUT THEIR MUSIC SCHEDULES….. JUST GOOGLE OR CHECK OUT THE SCHEDULES PROVIDED BY THE KEY WEST CITIZEN AND OTHER PUBLICATIONS. 

PLEASE SEND ME ANYTHING YOU NEED TO BE PROMOTED….. AND … I will do my best to include in future blogs!  
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 LOVE TO YOU, AND REMEMBER…..May your life be like a wildflower, growing freely in the beauty and joy of each new day.
Lynda 

PS  I recommend double checking some of the venues to make sure the person you want to see is actually there the night you intend to go.  Schedules often are subject to change.
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…..AND HERE’S MORE INFORMATION: 

FRIEND NEEDS SMALL RENTAL…. If anyone out there has a one bedroom  one bath apt. for rent please contact Susie Scott at 941-900-8853.  Anywhere from Key West and beyond….. 
 
***VOTE BY MAIL IMPORTANT INFORMATION…..Many voters vote by mail….You may think that you have a request in for the 2024 election cycle but YOU DO NOT!  You MUST request for 2024 and please do it now.  You can do it online by going to www.keyselections.org/Voters/Vote-by-Mail-Request.  OR you can do as I did… Call the Supervisor of Elections Office at 305-292-3416 and give them your information as to what addresses you want your ballots sent to.  In 2024 there are several Voting Dates….  PLEASE make sure you update this as your vote is important!  One request is deemed sufficient to receive a vote-by-mail ballot for all elections thru the end of the calendar year of the next regularly scheduled general election.

TENNESSEE WILLIAMS ANNOUNCES 2023-24 SEASON….  On April 19, Executive Managing Artistic Director, Matthew Rawls,  presented the exciting new Season at the Theatre….The Encore shows are ‘The Book of Mormon’…The Motown Men…..’Little Women’ (Musical)…. Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock n Roll part 4…and Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo.  In addition, other announced shows are Stars of the NY City Ballet… Gladys Knight… Illusionist, Mike Super… Puppy Pals LIVE!…Drum Tao, One Night of Queen….Bobby in the Lobby…Paradise Big Band, The South FLA Symphony and More to Come.

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 include prayers for…..Fred and Judi Stevens ……the Diane Hohman Family on the loss of her son Nathan ……the father of Rob O’Neal who is ill…. Julie Hanson ….Rosi Ware… Noreen Collins ….Lonnie Hensley…. Margot Gordon ….Belisa Lea…. Dick Moody…. Tanya Leto …… Molly Blue ……..also the family & friends of  Terry Carper on the loss of his son, Daniel ……Pray also for ….Ann Whipple … John McDonald …..Julia Davis…. Johnny and Audrey Pollizi…..Bob Gries ….. Pony Charvat …..Louise Weithas…… Glenda Rowley…Tim Dunn….Bill Schmock … Michael Benner ……Carey Moore ….Jo Gerenger  ….Genevieve Isaksen … Laura Hettinger  ….David Buffam … Suzanne Rentschler ….Maryann Barth …Bella Rettenwander ….Dawn de Boer … Cheryl Walchli … Bert Peranteau …..Terri White …John Padget….Pat Waller ….Todd Reifschneider   …Marta White …. Anne McKee …Dee Dee Duecker …Fred and Judi Stevens ………Jennifer O’Lear….Lorann Wood (Thanksgiving)  ….. Paul Politte….Pat West ….The People of the Ukraine …… Chuck Selph…..Anne Marie Adreani  ….Len & Helen Stevens ……All those dealing with Illness, loss, and despair… 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 of anyone who should be added to this list. 

**BRIA ANSARA AT THE STUDIOS……BRIA is so multi-talented.  No only is she one of the Island’s BEST and most gifted vocalists, but she is also an accomplished and creative artist.  Opening night of Bria’s PSYCHEDLIC GARDENS II SHOW was a huge success.  …Grab a cocktail at Hugh’s View and then see this remarkable Art Show.  Bria can be reached at byansara@yahoo.comfor bookings, info on her work, and more details about Schools at the Studios.  

EMPOURIUM….NEW LOCALS PLACE OPENS…. The old Cowboy Bill’s is under the new ownership of Bruce Boros and Scott Taylor.  They are working hard to make 618 Duval St. a Home for Locals!    The new name is called  “The EM-POUR-IUM,”  It has been noticed by Bruce and Scott that there is no special designated hangout primarily for Locals on Duval St.  Food, Drinks and Fun are on tap for all in town, and Locals, especially, will be welcomed with open arms!  There is music and Karaoke…. and did I mention FUN!  For more info call 305-395-0213. 

THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING CONTRIBUTORS OF THE AQUA IDOL PRIZE PACKAGE….King Chris Elwell & Royal Furniture ($900)..The Studios Key West ($350)…King Paul Murphy Private Bloody Mary Party valued at $750…Queen Kate Miano for Danger Charters sail, Argo Navis  Sail, One week at  apt. in Arles France, Two night stay at The Gardens Hotel, 4 Wine Gallery Cards, plus gift certificates to Flamingo Crossing, Headlines Salon, Kirby’s closet (app. $7,600 in donations),…. Tempt Restaurant by Paul Murphy ($75)….. .Christopher Peterson Eyecons Show ($75)… Lucy Carleton Dance Classes ($500)…. Penny Leto & Coffee Mill ($100)….Susanne Guadagno (Does the fabulous Aqua Idol Award)….Michael Pelkey Floral Arrangement ($150) ….Libby York CD’s…John & Judy Correa at Cafe Sole ($75) … Abbondanza, Duffy’s & the Boat House, ($300)thanks to Roderick Gill & Jani Krejcirova ….Mandy Miles books and article in Keys Weekley……. Maria Renna Sharpe & the Roost and Mary Ellen’s ($800.)…. Mark Rossi at his Rick’s Complex ($100) ….Joe Alan Carr & Claude Reams at Assortment ($200)… Neil Chamberlain $250 in gift certificates from Graffitti’s….Love in Bloom Florist  ($70)…. Leda Andrews at In One Era ($50)…. Ken Weschler at In Touch ($200)….Drew Wenzel at Azur ($275) …. Stanley & Judy Zabar ($312 in cash and books)… Ed Swift and HTA ($1,200)….Maj Johnson lessons in watercolor ($50)….. Mark Huyett at Aardvark Pest Control  ($250)….Rob O’Neal (Citizen of the Day)….. Shirrell Rhoades ($400 in Marilyn Monroe memorabilia)….Robert Spottswood, Two Night Stay at Marriott Beachside ($1000) and Dining certificates ($100) ….Harpoon Harry’s ($100) acquired by Bob Frechette…. Bobby  Nesbitt CD’s…. Richard Hatch & Blue Heaven Restaurant ($100)….Tennessee Williams Champagne tour by Dennis Beaver & Bert Whitt ($150)….Entertainment by Jerry Downs, Bill Melchior and Al Romano (each $250+ value)..Joe Madaus and the KW Comedy Club ($250)….Kristin LoGerfo & Peter Glicklich Stays at NY apt $1500 and Nyack Country House($1700)….. Charlie Waite at Sturtz Lock & Key personal safe ($140)….Destiny Montgomery and Pride Follies and Sloppy Joe’s dining cards….Christine Gorham piano tuning ($250)…. Alfred Gimenez VIVA Saloon  5 gift certificates ($100)…. Little Room Jazz Club & thanks to Wayne Larue Smith & Denis Hyland ($200) … Jim Gilleran and 801 Club ($200) ….Damian Deangelis and Bagatelle, 9 1 5, and First Flight( $250)….Stephanie Hellstrom & LaRubia ($50) ….  Mike Benner, cash and champagne ($270) ….Diane Shelby & Coco Vivien at Hands On necklace, $450….Goldman’s Deli $80… obtained by Bob Frechette….Erin McKenna Massage ($120)….Trey Forsyth for $500 in donations….. The Grand Cafe and Maria Wevers ($200) …Ralph DePalma books ($120)….Cookie Lady, Marilyn Kellner ($50) … Sheri Lohr and The Seastory Press ($85 business cards)…Morpho Passes to The Butterfly conservatory by George Fernandez ($960)….David Sloan and Ghost Tour ($100)…. Maribell & Johnny Maschal for cash donation and Country Kettle Fudge ($255) ….Donna Barnett and Fury Gift certificates valued at  $440….Bob Frechette assorted gift certificates acquired… Assorted gift Items from L. Frechette ($600+)….Kate Regan & Ken Silverman, $1,000 plus gift certificates from Lady Nails ($50) Red Buoy Glazed donuts ($25), Ocean Wellness ($162), and Flaming Buoy ($75 wine)… JT Thompson and 4 T-Shirts ($100)….. Dave Bootle CD’s ….Donna Barnett 4 bottles of Red Wine ($70)…Cd’s by Zack Seemiller, Ben Harrison, Jim Speake, Howard Livingston…. Schooner Wharf Certificates ($100)…. Key West theater thanks Kelly Norman ($350) ….Larry Blackburn’s matted photos ($150)….. books by Rusty Hodgdon $140)…. Boondocks $100 gift certificates donated by Tom Thayer….Marquesa 2 night stay at Hotel (app: $1000) plus $100 gift card to Cafe Marquesa by  mgr. Dusti Rusher ….Voice Lessons by Gayla Morgan ($175) …. Donna Barnett Water Activities ($549) …..(Tickets to Red Barn Theatre ($170)….Assorted items donated by Diane May …. The Outback Restaurant, $465 gift cards donated by Sok Ji…. Gift Certificates from Little Pearl, Thirsty Mermaid and Antonia’s donated by Tim Maloney ($150)… Waterfront Playhouse 6 pr. preview tickets for Preview Night of Arsenic & Old Lace  ….$100 gift certificates from Mangia Mangia…thanks to Elaine…. Cash toward Aqua Idol Prize Package donated by… Fred Greenberg, Amy Bondurant, Stuart & Sue Kaufman, Herb Miller, Tom Rybicki, Jerry Galeana, Kate Regan and Ken Silverman , George Fernandez, Jim Salini, Stan & Judy Zabar, Mary Borrell, Maribell & Johnny Maschal, Mike Benner, Carol Burnham, Helen Walker, Ray Pfeil & James Luther, Emily Maltz, Harrell Odom & Barry Cook, Mary Ellen & Clayton Beattie, Aqua Nightclub, Terri & Phil Wilson, Michael Halprin, Neal Ruchman (over $10,000.)  I LOVE YOU ALL FOR COMING THROUGH WHEN I CAME ‘BEGGING’!!!!

*****WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE ANNOUNCES NEW 2023-24 SEASON…..  The 85th Anniversary Season will be another great one!  You will definitely want to become a Member….Shows will be… ROCKY HORROR SHOW Oct. 18 , ten shows….  LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS from Nov. 29 for 3 weeks…. JOE POSA AS JOAN RIVERS, Jan. 4,5,6…. SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN THE MUSICAL… Jan. 24…..MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, March 13-April 6…. TEN BLOCKS ON THE CAMINO REAL, March 17…. TRUNK MATERIAL on March 31…. and LOST IN YONKERS, April 24-May 11..

BIRTHDAY/LISTS….If you would like to be included in the Birthday and Anniversary Lists that I 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!!! 

MAJ JOHNSON TEACHES WATERCOLOR CLASSES…. once monthly at The Old Stone Church Coffeehouse.  She charges $20. per class and the profits go to charity.  For more info call or text her at 305-587-8455 or email her at maryanne.johnson@westcare.com.  Next class is April 28 I hear…call now. 

LONNIE HENSLEY STILL NEEDS YOUR PRAYERS AND SUPPORT…. Lonnie, who is very well known in town….operates thee great Classic Car Automotive Shop on Stock Island….. suffered a severely fractured skull and multiple contusions on Feb. 12… injuries so severe he was airlifted to Jackson Memorial where he had a section of his skull removed and has been in a coma and a dreamlike state since then.  He is in a financial crisis and needs your help and support.  Google Lonnie Hensley gofundme to help.  Or if you would like to help directly, you can make checks payable to LAST KEY REALTY Att: Sharon Santry and mail or drop off at 825 Duval St. Key West, FL 33040.  Lonnie is now at Kindred Hospital…Room 302 A…5190 Southwest Eighth  St., Coral Gables, FL 33134.   I understand that he is not fully awake but is slowly showing signs of regaining consciousness.  Let us all rally around Lonnie….. Send cards and messages to him….and….MANY continued Prayers are requested….& Count your blessings, please.   

SUPPORT SOS………Many Monroe County residents are living below the poverty line.  SOS (Star of the Sea) Kitchens have long been providing food for those in need.   Go to website at www.stmarykeywest.com or call 305-294-2772.

THE IMPROMPTU CONCERTS… For more info go to www.keywestimpromptu.org. 

CONGRATULATIONS TO JUDY BLUME…. AND THE RELEASE OF THE MOVIE CREATED FROM HER BOOK,  ‘ARE YOU THERE GOD?  IT’S ME, MARGARET’!!!!   

FRIENDS OF THE KW LIBRARY…Go to www.friendsofthekeywestlibrary.org.  Join or Renew for the Season.  If you act now your membership will extend to Jan. 1, 2023. (Thanks to Roberta, Nancy, Megan and all those who are so dedicated to this wonderful institution!)

THE BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY LISTS…….. Please let me know if you would like me to forward you these lists….. Simply send me a request at kwlynda@bellsouth.net and I will send you this month’s complete 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 can also see it by going to https://www.conchtv.com/author/lynda… and then scroll down.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FLORIDA KEYS…. Contact Kel Bedard at 305-809-4994 (office) or his cell at 985-791-4447…or email him at kel@cffk.org or the website at www.VolunteerKeys.com.  The FLA Keys Volunteer Center is at 300 Southard St., Suite 201, KW.

THE STUDIOS GATHERINGS AT HUGH’S VIEW….The Studios is sponsoring these GLOW eves.    Cash bar available.  For more info go to www.tskw.org.  The GLOW Hours are 6-8 pm.    FREE with advance registration.  533 Eaton St. 

THE TROPIC CINEMA AT 416 EATON ST…. For info on movie schedules  go to http://www.tropiccinema.com.   Phone is 305-434-0974.  Go online to reserve your times.   
TROPIC CINEMA SEEKS VOLUNTEERS….. www.tropiccinema.com.  Training is provided.  ‘Payment’ is free movie passes and popcorn for each shift worked.  

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. 

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

DID YOU KNOW…. that Advanced Urgent Care will be the First Urgent Care to offer MRI in the Marathon 13365 location…charge is $575 without contrast and $675 with contrast…no additional Radiology fees….(compare to $3,000 charge at Monroe county hospitals.  For more info go to www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com.  

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.

BOB FRECHETTE=FABULOUS REALTOR IN TOWN!!!!…..Contact Bob at 305-304-2584!  Email him at rfrechette@bellsouth.net.  Honest, Loyal, Fair, and Adorable too!!!  He will have only have YOUR best interests at heart.   

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….Visitors and Locals are invited to tour this preserved and showcased collection of historic, archival objects that promote the importance of Williams’s legacy and offers the largest collection of his memorabilia and artifacts available to the public.   Open daily from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm…. Admission: Adults $7. … Children under 6 Free…. KWAHS Members: Free… For more info call 305-204-4527. Big Thanks to Dennis Beaver and Bert Whitt for their great efforts to make this Museum world class!

AQUANETTES PERFORM …SHOWS EVERY SINGLE NIGHT.  Aqua Nightclub at 711 Duval St. is the place to see the most fabulous Drag Queens….including FAITH…INGA …. ELLE … JESSICA… BEATRIX…… MAYA…and  EPIPHANY!!!  Shows are  Monday and Tuesday at 9 pm….and from Wednesday thru Sunday, there are two shows…at 7 pm and 9 pm.  ..Reserve at www.aquakeywest.com.  Aqua is open from noon to 2 am nightly…. drink specials… full menu… lunch specials…… call 305-294-0555…   Also at Aqua…. there is the Back Bar, the Side Bar , the Outdoor Poke Bar and Grill, and each has its own personality!!!!!  
KW TROPICAL FOREST & BOTANIC GARDEN, NEEDS VOLUNTEERS….To volunteer please call 305-296-1504.  

HELP BELLA BEAT CANCER…. Bella is the beloved ‘stepdaughter’ of Skipper Kripitz.  He is reminding all generous people out there that thoughts, prayers, meditation and Funds are needed at this time.  If you want to contribute to Bella, there is a Go Fund Me page at https://gofund.me/6b02cbac.  Donations of any amount will help.  (Bella is the daughter of Kimb Rettenwander.)  Skipper thanks you profusely for your kindness and generosity.

801 CLUB…….Famous Drag Shows are at 801 Duval St… every night at 9 or 11 pm.  Book Online….. www.801.bar or call 305-923-9296.  The amazing and internationally known Sushi runs the show with amazing Drag Queens with names like  Puddin’, Deja, Mulysa, Marilyn, Racquel, Kylie, Ma Evans, etc.
NEW ADDRESS FOR LA RUBIA KEY WEST….…OPEN…..Stephanie Hellstrom (THE Blonde!) is the owner of this  delightful shop…NOW AT 1121 DUVAL ST., right near LATEDA.  You can purchase hand woven Panama hats, handcrafted wearable accessories, and organic chocolates from Ecuador…. along with handbags, scarves, bamboo wraps, jewelry and more.   

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.  Kudo to John Padget for his years of dedication to this worthy cause.  He is an inspiration!

THE WILLIAM WELCH LEGACY….Though Bill is no longer with us,  his beloved sister, Sherrey Welch,  is determined to keep Bill’s art and legacy alive through the new website, at www.williamwelchcollection.com.   Please forward this info to anyone who may be interested in Bill’s Art work retrieved from Nantucket, Key West and France. 

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!