MONDAY, APRIL 17… 
HAPPY APRIL 17 BIRTHDAY TO….

*****RECAP of AQUA IDOL GRAND FINALE  … MONDAY…APRIL 10…The 2023 Waterfront Playhouse Aqua Idol was a glowing success!  THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO SUPPORTED THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE, THE VOCALISTS AND ME! ….An enthusiastic SRO audience was thrilled to hear our six marvelous, talented and caring finalists perform two wonderful songs.  After the monies donated were tallied up, they were called up to the stage and these were the exciting results!  #6, SAMUEL COSTILOW….#5, JESSICA WACHS…..#4, JORDAN UPCHURCH….#3, DOMINIC PAOLLILO…#2, TENNESSEE RICHARD CARRAWAY… AND…. #1.. JESSICA MIANO KRUEL WON THE COVETED TITLE OF The 2023 Waterfront Playhouse Aqua Idol!    Collectively, these grand vocalists raised  $28,455. on the Finale Night alone.  For the duration of the 8 week Event, they, along with 11 other singers raised $54,259.  It was the Most Successful Waterfront Playhouse Aqua Idol Ever!!!  For their efforts, the finalists were presented with Prize Packages valued at over $44,000 in cash and prizes…. all well-deserved!  I want to give heartfelt thanks to EVERYONE who was involved in this Fundraiser.  Please scroll down to read more about Aqua Idol and a heartfelt, caring Thank You to all involved.  It takes a Village to orchestrate an Event such as this….and I am very grateful for everyone’s help.  (Hope you had the chance to read the wonderful article that appeared in Keys Weekly and KONK Life written by Jimmy Olson.  And hope you got to see Idol Winner, Jessica Miano Kruel, as the stunning Citizen of the Day on Friday! ) 

SCROLL DOWN TO TUESDAY….  TO READ ABOUT THE EXCITING OPENING OF CONCH REPBULIC THE MUSICAL… YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS!!!  THIS SHOW OPENS TOMORROW, APRIL 18 AT LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB….RUNS THROUGH APRIL 29.

WE WELCOME BACK HOME TO KEY WEST, VINCENT ZITO!  Vincent is the ultra  talented Musician and Conductor/Maestro and former Head of the Key West POPS!  

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

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! 

A STAR IS BORN!!! On April 1, 2023, Nick and Sara Brown welcomed their second son into the world..Joining big brother Huck, is Odysseus Juraj Samuel Zephyr Stranovsky Brown …aka ‘Dizzy’. Congratulations to proud grandparents, and special friends, Sam and Alison Teal Brown!!!! What a beautiful Family! 

FREE MONDAY MOVIE AT B’NAI ZION, APRIL 17…..750 United St.   Movie showing, HERB ALPERT IS…. 7:30 pm…. all invited…doors open at 7 pm.  

THE GARDENS HOTEL EVERY MONDAY. ….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…APRIL 17,24, MAY1,8,15,22,29… Rob Distasi performs from 5 to 9 pm. 

SCHOONER WHARF….APRIL 17,24….Raven Cooper 12- 5 pm…Joe the Show, 7-11 pm.

FARRARA WINE DINNER…APRIL 17…. At Grand Vin…Dinner by Abigail Houff with wine pairings…..Get reservations by stopping in at Grand Vin at 1107 Duval St.  or calling 305-296-1020.

KARI WOLF ON APRIL 17, & APRIL 24….At Irish Kevin’s on Duval at 10 pm….

AT THE STUDIOS, APRIL 17 & 18….Jake Shimabukuro performs on the ukulele, in jazz , rock and more.  Get tix at www.tskw.org.

TASTE OF KEY WEST… APRIL 24…. 6 TO 9 PM AT TRUMAN WATERFRONT.  Advanced tix at www.keystix.com  VIP Pass & Tent Seating available this year.  Best restaurants serving culinary delights… beer and fine wine… A Key West Tradition.

***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 are the superb 3 SUM  who perform on Thursday thru Monday in the Lounge at 8:30 pm. And the Fabulous Spectrelles are on Tues. and Wed. at 8:30 pm.

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. 

VERY SAD NEWS……  Terry Carper, husband of Queen Jane (Rohrshneider), 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.  Thank you.

EMPOURIUM….NEW LOCALS PLACE OPENS…. I just got word that  The old Cowboy Bill’s are 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 will be on tap for all in town, and Locals, especially, will be welcomed with open arms!  There will be music and Karaoke…. and did I mention FUN!  For more info call 305-395-0213.

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. 

A PUN or LEXOPHILE FOR YOU…..What did the man say when the bridge fell on him?  The suspension is killing me!!!!
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TUESDAY. APRIL18…

HAPPY APRIL18 BIRTHDAY TO…..HEATHER MAY SLOAN ….GAYLE MILLER … DAWN HOLLAND…. CHUCK WALTER….AMY SIDOROFF… (Please remember Chip Allen today.)  HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO … AMANDA & DANIEL GARCIA.
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***’THREE TALL WOMEN”  APRIL 18 THRU APRIL 22… 8 pm at Waterfront Playhouse… This  Edward Albee Pulitzer Prize-Winning play, is a perfect illustration why theater is an indispensable art!  Stars Maggie McCollester…. Jessica Miano-Kruel….and Leslie Greene.  These actresses are enormously talented and will have you spellbound!  Director is John McDonald… Set Design by Michael Boyer.  Get tix now at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call the box office at 305-294-5015.  Runs until April 22….Please take time to read the wonderful Review by Emily Berg that appeared in KONK Life and can be read on the Waterfront Playhouse Website online.  DRAMATIC THEATER AT ITS BEST! Also a great review in Keys Weekly!

TAVERN N TOWN..APRIL 18,25 ……with Carmen Rodriguez and James King….5 to 7 pm!!!!  MAY 2…. James King 5-7pm.
 
CONCH REPUBLIC THE MUSIC OPENING TONIGHT, APRIL 18….. 
***”CONCH REPUBLIC– THE MUSICAL” RETURNS TO KEY WEST….APRIL 18-30  ….. EXCITING ANNOUNCEMNT!!!!   After a 5 year absence this beloved original Musical written by Monnie King and Gayla Morgan is back in ALL its glory!  The show runs Tues.-Sun. from April 18-30…at 5:30 PM at the Little Room Jazz Club at 821 Duval St.   Directed by the amazing Gayla Morgan and Lauren Thompson…with Gayla also as Musical Director…and the all-star Cast includes… Michael Aaglan…Don Bearden…Billy Cartledge… Trey Forsyth…Tony Konrath… Annie Miners…. Camille Toler….and Wayne Larue Smith.  Half the Cast consists of the same actors who originated their roles in 2013.  Get your tix NOW!  Go to www.SeaglassTheatrical.com website.  Doors open at 4:30 pm…Food & Drink will be served till showtime pm.  Trust me…you will LOVE this wonderful Key West Show!  Tix are NOW on sale! 

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB…APRIL 18..Live 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,…..Skipper with Belle Jampol and Nina Newton & Friends….

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

SCHOONER WHARF …..APRIL 18, Krysten & Ryan, noon to 5 and ….. Dave Richards  from 7 to 11 pm.  APRIL 25…. Jillian Todd from noon to 5 pm…. Tom Taylor from 7-11 PM.

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

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

THE GARDENS HOTEL TUESDAY…… Dave Parkhurst …..entertaining from 5 to 7 pm in the Atrium.

****SHORT ATTENTION SPAN THEATRE  AT RED BARN … THRU APRIL 29… The theme is ‘Parallel Universe’…..These are 6 eclectic new 1 act plays…. directed by Mimi, Gary, Jack and Amber McDonald….. and starring Aa most delightful and talented cast of….. Erin McKenna, Arthur Crocker, Iain Wilcox, Suzannah Wells, Cassidy Timms, and Jeremy Zoma.  These plays are not just humorous but also thought provoking and challenging to our way of thinking and of seeing things.  Get tix now at www.redbarntheatre.com or call the box office at 305-296-9911. 

KARI & JACK WOLF LOVE DUO…. APRIL 25….Mangoes from 8 – 11 pm.  

NATIONAL POETRY MONTH CELEBRATIONS AT THE STUIDOS, APRIL 25, 6-8 pm at Hugh’s View on the Rooftop.  Vicki Boguszewski will present her original poetry …cash bar and author merchandise will be available.  

_AT THE STUDIOS APRIL25 & 26…..Vance Gilbert entertains with powerful lyrics and pop friendly melodies… 533 Eaton St.  Go to www.tskw.org for tix and info.
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19..

HAPPY APRIL 19 BIRTHDAY TO ….JIM SALEM … WALTER SCHMIDA …JACKIE O’NEIL … CASEY INTERNICOLA…. JENNIFER PACE … (Please remember Michael Lefferts and Joe Pizzo.)…HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO RIC DERY & TANDIN BUGUB.

“THREE TALL WOMEN” AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE UNTIL APRIL 22…. DON’T MISS THIS WONDERFUL SHOW….

**”THE OTHER PLACE OPENS ON APRIL” 19,20, 21, 22… The Fringe presents this play at The Armory… Directed by Rebecca Tomlinson….GREAT CAST…..stars, Michael Mulligan, Martha Hooten, Richard Quint, and Wende Shoer.  Tix on sale by calling 305-731-0581 or on the website  at www.fringetheater.org. Very riveting drama!

***SHORT ATTENTION SPAN THEATRE…. AT RED BARN…. runs through April 29…. Get tix at www.redbarntheatre.com or call 296-9911.   

“CONCH REPUBLIC THE MUSICAL” AT 5:30 PM….. At Little Room Jazz Club, 821 Duval St….. GET TIX AT www.SeaglassTheatrical.com.  This is truly a Key West Classic Story you do not want to miss…great cast….RUNS TUESDAY THRU SUNDAY THROUGH APRIL 30! 

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 complete schedules go to www.keywestsongwritersfestival.com.  

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

SCHOONER WHARF, APRIL 19, 26…. Tony Baltimore from noon to 5 pm…Raven Cooper from 7 to 11 pm.

TAVERN N TOWN ….WED.APRIL 19,26,MAY 3,10,17,24,31……5 TO 9 PM….  it’s Mike Emerson….

UPCOMING FRINGE PRODUCTIONS…..”THE OTHER PLACE” thru ….April 22…. 7 pm at The Armory, 600 White St….’THE LAST FIVE YEARS” …May 10-20….at the Armory….                                                       

****DAVE BOOTLE AT MANGOES….WEDNESDAY THRU SATURDAY EVERY SINGLE WEEK…DAVE BACK IN TOWN!!!!….. 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.

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

AT KW LIBRARY…EVERY WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19,26….Crafting for Adults 10 am to noon….Materials are supplied.  700 Fleming St.

AT THE GARDENS HOTEL.. WEDNESDAYS…….. Belle Jampol entertains from 5 to 7 pm at The Gardens…. Belle is the ultra talented…daughter of Penny Leto and Mateo Jampol. 

THANKFUL ON WEDNESDAY…..I am grateful for many things and mostly for so many people who have touched my life in special ways of late…Jimmy Olson…. Louis Petrone….. Guy DeBoer…… Mandy Miles…. Rob O’Neal….Melissa Lang….. Ray Pfeil & Jim Luther …..Gerry Bernat….Sok Ji at Outback……Kate Miano..Jessica Miano-Kruel ….Emily Berg ….Destiny Montgomery ….Elaine at Mangia Mangia Restaurant ….. Chris Shultz …. Rob Frechette…..Dusti Rusher at the Marquesa….. Diane May …. Diane Shelby & Coco Vivien  ….Gayla Morgan….  Charlie Waite…. Kristin LoGerfo and Peter Glicklich ….Jessica Wachs…..Randall Lail ….Jed Dodds …….Greg Collins….ML Price….Richard Carraway…..ALL the vocalists who performed for Aqua Idol for 8 Weeks!…..Harrell Odom & Barry Cook …. Ed Swift …Erin McKenna …Jerry Galeana …. Fred Greenberg & June Hudson …. Terri Wilson ….Tim Maloney …..Joe Alan Carr and Claude Reams…. Donna Barnett and Terri White ….Chris Darnell…… Neil Chamberlain … Rob O’Neal… Kenny Weschler …. Judy & Stanley Zabar…… Johnny & Maribell Maschal … Ralph De Palma …..Michael Ingram and Tyler McNab at Aqua Nightclub …Drew Wenzel at Azur……Bunnie Smith….Kristin LoGerfo and Peter Glicklich …. ….Michael Pelkey …. Schooner Wharf…. Chris Elwell …Carol Burnham…Denise & Tom Rybicki …..Mark Huyett ….Paul Murphy …… Susan Guadagno  ….Helen Walker ….Dave Bootle …. Christopher Peterson …. Jim Salini ….Goldman’s Deli … Leda Andrews .. ….Libby York….. JT Thompson .. Maj Johnson ….Love in Bloom Florist……..Trey Forsyth ……Matt Rawls ….Fr. John Baker …..Sheri Lohr…… ….Jani Krejcirova …. .Peter Arnow ……Marilyn Kellner ……Mark Rossi … Joe Madaus ….. John and Judy Correa…. Penny Leto… …….Mike Benner ….. Marilyn Kellner ….Neil Chamberlain …. Lucy Carleton …..Pamela Spence……Al Romano, Jerry Downs and Bill Melchior …Stephanie Hellstrom….Susan Guadagno ….Libby York …. Charlie Waite…. Leda Andrews …..Roderick Gill…..Mandy Miles…. Wayne Larue Smith & Denis Hyland ….Maria Sharpe…. Chris Shultz….Kelly Norman & KW Theater….  Jeffrey Ware   …. Maria Wevers & Grand Cafe ….Rosi Ware …. Emily Maltz …… Jimmy Harcup ….. Gayla Morgan ….Damian Deangelis…. Stuart and Susie Kaufman …. Lucy Barker …. Penny Leto …… Nand Pandey ……Tom Thayer ……Bobby Nesbitt …..The Choir at St. Mary SOS …. Chris & Sharon Santry ….Robert Spottswood …….. Laurie Thibaud ….George Fernandez….. Kate Regan & Ken Silverman…..Amy Bondurant……Howie & Cyndy Livingston …..Richard Hatch….  Gary & Tom Groetz ….Jim Gilleran….Dennis Beaver & Bert Whitt…. Christopher Rounds…. Alfredo Gimenez…. Shirrell Rhoades………..and MOST of all my dearest husband BOB!!!!
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THURSDAY, APRIL 20……..

HAPPY APRIL 20 BIRTHDAY TO…ROBERT SPOTTSWOOD….AMY LAURA BONDURANT….FF QUEEN JANE CARPER … STEVE MILLER …. MIA MASCHAL …SHERI LOHR…AUDREY POLLIZI…CHRISTY RYAN MACK …DILLON FELDMAN ….(Please remember…. Mark Barauck….Marie Knox… Bob Esty….HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO….TRINA & JENNS NIELSEN ….JULIE & ERIC JOHNSTON…
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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….

**’THREE TALL WOMEN”  ON APRIL 20,2122… This Waterfront Playhouse Drama is directed by John McDonald and stars JESSICA MIANO-KRUEL, LESLIE GREENE, AND MAGGIE McCOLLESTER…..Set design by Michael Boyer…. This award-winning play IS amazing!  Runs through April 22… Get tix now at www.waterfrontplayhouose.org or call 305-294-5015.  

***SHORT ATTENTION SPAN THEATRE…AT RED BARN…. TILL APRIL 29…. Get tix at 305-296-9911 or online at www.redbarntheatre.com.

**THE OTHER PLACE AT ARMORY…runs thru April 22. A dramatic Fringe presentation at 7 pm…Get tix at www.fringtheater.org or call 305-731-0581.

***CONCH REPUBLIC THE MUSICAL….. AT LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB… 5:30 PM… runs through April 30…..Get tix at www.SeaglassTheatrial.com.  

VIP SERIES AT THE COLLEGE…. APRIL 20 AT 7 PM….at Tennessee Williams Theatre on Stock Island…. Theme is ON GUARD….200 Years of the US Navy in Key West..lecture by Dr. Cori Convertito….$5.  Free for Monroe county and CFFK students.

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

REEF RELIEF FUNDRAISER…. APRIL 20….4:20-9 pm at the 420 Key West Fest at Sunset Pier at 0 Duval St.  Food, drinks, music, auction, raffle…. for info email reefrelief@gmail.com. 

SHERRY SWEET T ART SHOW ON APRIL 20….At Gallery 1:11 at 1012 Truman Ave., 5-8 pm reception….Music, wine and small bites.

SCHOONER WHARF ON APRIL 13,20,27…. Andy Wescott from noon to 5 pm…. Myles Mancuso from 7 to 11 pm.

KARI WOLF ON APRIL20 AND APRIL 21…..Kari & Jack Wolf sing at Rum Factory from 6 to 8 pm…. and then at MANGOES 8-11PM. 

KARI WOLF ON APRIL 27…. 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 ..APRIL 20…..Thursday 5 to 9 pm…..in the Lounge! …… Carmen performs with James King from 5-9 APRIL 27…James King at the piano. 5-7 pm….Better get there EARLY IF YOU WANT A SEAT IN THE LOUNGE!!!!

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. 

**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.  

THE CONNECTION PROJECT….APRIL 20…. Save the date….Closing reception will be from 5 to 7 pm at the Gato Building on Simonton St.  Free to attend. 

KEY WEST THEATER….APRIL 20…. The Hippie Band performs at 8 pm at 512 Eaton St.

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!!! ……..April 6-22…  THREE TALL WOMEN. starring  LESLIE GREENE, MAGGIE McCALLISTER, and JESSICA MIANO-KRUEL……..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, APRIL 21, 2023…..

HAPPY APRIL 21 BIRTHDAY TO….OUR DAUGHTER, MELISSA LANG ….PENNY LETO …RICHARD DUECKER …ROBIN MONE …JOE MADAUS… PAUL NICK …MOUCKA WALLACE….(Please remember Tom Lefkowski and Raymond Perdion.)  HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO … CAROL & JEFFREY BURNHAM …. CHLOE & JAMES SANDLER.
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OUT OF THE BOX: THE ART OF CIGAR LABELS APRIL 28 … In Bumpus Gallery at Custom House… 281 Front St.  For info call Dr. Cori Convertito at 305-295-6616, ex: 507.  New Show.  Opening Night reception from 5 to 8 pm.   

THE GARDENS HOTEL EVERY FRIDAY… … .John Hobbins entertains .In the Atrium…. From 5 to 7 pm, …  526 Angela St. (could change weekly)

***’THREE TALL WOMEN”  THRU APRIL 22… 8 pm at Waterfront Playhouse… This  Edward Albee Pulitzer Prize-Winning play, is a perfect illustration why theater is an indispensable art!  Stars Maggie McCollester…. Jessica Miano-Kruel….and Leslie Greene.  These actresses are enormously talented and will have you spellbound!  Director is John McDonald… Set Design by Michael Boyer.  Get tix now at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call the box office at 305-294-5015.  Runs until April 22….LAST TWO DAYS TO SEE THIS STUNNING PLAY!

**THE OTHER PLACE… RUNS THRU APRIL 22 AT THE ARMORY, 600 WHITE ST… Intricate FRINGE Drama….great cast…. get tix at www.fringetheater.org or call 305-731-0581.

*SHORT ATTENTION SPAN THEATRE AT RED BARN….Runs thru April 29….Get tix now at www.redbarntheatre.com or call 305-296-9911.

*CONCH REPUBLIC THE MUSICAL…. RUNS THRU APRIL 30…At Little Room Jazz Club, 821 Duval St.  5:30 pm…. get tix at www.SeaglassTheatrical.com.

CONCH BLOWING CONTEST, APRIL 21… 7 pm at Schooner Wharf….

***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.

CORTADITO IN CONCERT…APRIL 28…8 PM at Helmerich theater at the Studios, 522 Eaton St.  Get tix at www.tskw’org.  This is African/Cuban Music at its best…. a form of salsa and Latin Jazz, reminiscent of the famed Buena Vista Social club.

TAVERN N’ TOWN…APRIL  21, 28, MAY 5,12,19,26…Mike Emerson entertains from 5 to 7 pm!!!!

SCHOONER WHARF, APRIL 21…. Michael McCloud from noon to 5 pm….. Myles Mancuso…. from 7 to 11 pm….APRIL 28 & 29…. M. Mc/cloud from noon to 5… and Ross Brown Band from 7-11:30

KARI WOLF ON APRIL 21… She is at Irish Kevin’s 2:30-6:30 and at Mangoe’s 8-11 pm.
KARI WOLF ON APRIL 28…. At the Rum Factory…..6:30-9:30 pm.   105 Simonton St.

BILL MELCHIOR AT AMERICAN LEGION.. APRIL 21… Bill will be singing some of your favorite songs at the American Legion on Stock Island by the Golf course….From 7 to 9:00 PM…. What a wonderful voice! 

ZONTA RADIO DAYS… APRIL 21….The Zonta Club is hosting this from 5 to 8 pm at Southernmost House at 1400 Duval St.    All funds raised go to scholarships for KW High School students….Live Music by Clayton Lopez and the soul Bubbas….raffled drawings.  to buy an ad, email zontakeywest@gmail.com.  Donations are accepted at www.zontakeywest.com or to PO Box 184, Key West, FL 33041.

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB….ENTERTAINMENT EVERY FRIDAY.. 821 Duval St. ( At 5:30-7:30, Mike Dennis at the piano.. on hiatus until April 30) …… and at 8 pm it JEFF DAULTON & CLAIRE CAPLAN!!!!!
       
*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, APRIL 22…

HAPPY APRIL 22 BIRTHDAY TO…CAROLINE TAYLOR… JACK AGNEW… JEFF CHESSON … PHILLIP DECKER …DAVID SNOWBALL …. (Please remember…. Jacob Gelt Dekker… Rosemary Stout…Ted Watson …Reggie Jenkins.)  …. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…. KRISTEN & JIM RYAN ….MARLENE & DEAN DI BRITO… (Please remember Orchid and Earl Duncan).
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CONCH REPUBLIC SCHEDULE OF EVENT…..   There are many events during this  yearly event ending on April 30…..  Go to the official Conch Republic Website to find ALL activities.

DRAG RACE ON APRIL 22…. A Conch Republic Classic….  3-4 pm… Starts at 801 Bourbon St….Drag Queens race in high heels and full garb down Duval St.  No entry Fee….  Sign up on day of race. 

***LAST NIGHT OF THREE TALL WOMEN AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE….APRIL 22…  Riveting Edward Albee drama that will enthrall you.  Get tix at 305-294-5015 or the website at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org.   8 pm .. This  Edward Albee Pulitzer Prize-Winning play, is a perfect illustration why theater is an indispensable art!  Stars Maggie McCollester…. Jessica Miano-Kruel….and Leslie Greene.  These actresses are enormously talented and will have you spellbound!  Director is John McDonald… Set Design by Michael Boyer. 

CLOSING NIGHT OF THE OTHER PLACE…A FRINGE PRESENTATION…runs through April 22… 7 pm at the Armory at 600 White St.   Get tix at www.fringtheater.org or call 305-731-0581.

SHORT ATTENTION SPAN THEATRE…. Runs thru April 29 at Red Barn on Duval St… 8 pm… get tix at www.redbarntheatre.com or call 305-296-9911. HILARIOUS!

CONCH REPBULIC THE MUSICAL AT LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB….Runs Tuesday thru Sunday at 5:30 pm…. 821 Duval St.  Get tix at www.SeaglassTheatrical.com.

SCREENING OF DOCUMENTARY ‘ADVENTURES OF THE CONCH REPUBLIC’ , APRIL 22…. 7-9…At Tropic Cinema 416 Eaton St.  Contact Committee for VIP tix at jim@conchrepublic.com.  

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

TAVERN N TOWN…SAT. APRIL 22,29…RB Tolar, guitarist….from 5-9 pm.. MAY 6, LARRY SMITH at the piano from 5-9 pm.

SCHOONER WHARF ON APRIL 22…. Michael McCloud from noon to 5 pm and Myles Mancuso from 7-11:30 PM…APRIL 29, Ross Brown Band from 7 to 11:30pm.

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

*THE CONCH REPUBLIC WEARABLE ART FASHION AUCTION SHOW BENEFIT ON APRIL 22… At the Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St…. at 6 pm…. to benefit the Conch Republic Foster Children’s fund. Bid on these Designs created by and modeled by Local Stars!!!!!   Tix are $30-VIP $100.  Get tix at www.thekeywesttheater.com.   For info contact DIANE MAY at diane@conchrepublic.com or go to the website at http://www.conchrepublic.com.

YARD SALE, APRIL 22….9 am to 1 pm.  Hosted by American Legion at 5610 College Rd.  To reserve space, it is $25….There will be a 50/50 raffle and bake sale. Proceeds help veteran and non-profit groups.  For info call 678-977-1584.

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

PAPIO KINETIC SCULPTURE AND BIKE PARADE IS BACK, APRIL 22…Meet at the Custom House at Noon to kick off the parade that will meander throughout Duval St. to Pocket Park where the awards ceremony will take place. from 1 to 3 pm.  This is co-produced by Wonderdog Productions and the KW Art & Historical Society.  For registration, info, schedule and sponsorship info and guidelines, visit…. www.papiokineticparade.com.  Skipper Kripitz Leads the parade!!!!!!  Cash prizes awarded in many categories…registration is $25 for kinetic sculpture floats and $15 for art bikes. 

LECTURE AT KW BOTANICAL GARDEN, APRIL 29….Dr. Cori Convertito of the KWAHS will talk about “Crossing the Fla Straits: 150 Years of Cuban Migration to south Florida”… 1 pm in the Toppino Chapel at 5210 Colleger Rd.  Free for Members…. For more info call 305-296-1504.

WOMAN’S CLUB BABY TIME BABY SHOWER…. APRIL 29…This Club along with the Lower Keys Med Center are throwing a baby shower for 18 expectant mothers in their Healthy Families Program…..the goal is to provide everything needed for the baby for the first year.  If you can buy a gift or two from the Amazon Registry, your generosity would be greatly appreciated.  
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SUNDAY, APRIL 23….

HAPPY APRIL 16 BIRTHDAY TO….VALSIN MARMILLION….. DENISE CHELEKIS… BRENDA BODNER…. MARTY SIEGAL …. (Please remember Seward Johnson.)
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RED BARN HOLDS OPEN AUDITIONS ON APRIL 23….4 TO 7 P, at Red Barn 319 Duval St.  Director Joy Hawkins is looking for seven fast and fierce & funny women, ages, 20’s to 60’s…all ethnicities are needed and wanted.  For show “POTUS: OR BEHIND EVERY GREAT DUMBASS ARE SEVEN WOMEN TRYING TO KEEP HIM ALIVE.”  Production dates are Jan. 30 to Feb. 24, 2024.  TEXT Joy at 305-509-0917 for questions…. NO PHONE CALLS!

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…. 5-7:30 PM….. Skipper Kripitz, Jodyrae Campbell and Friends!

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

SCHOONER WHARF, APRIL 23 AND 30….Michael McCloud noon to 5 pm…. Jannik & Prince Azariah from 7 to 11:30 pm.

CONCH REPUBLIC SECESSION REENACTMENT  12-1 PM… Mallory Square…  See the Birth of the Conch Republic played out with actual ‘fights’…throwing bread and fritters, etc.  A hoot!

ARTISAN MARKET ON SUNDAYS…. APRIL 23……..  Held at Indigenous Park from 10 am to 2 pm… at Higgs Beach ….Skippo and Co. often perform at this venue.

CONCH REPUBLIC THE MUSICAL…APRIL 23 THRU APRIL 30….. Get tix NOW at www.SeaglassTheatrical.com.  At Little Room Jazz Club….. read more on this delightful show above….. 821 Duval St.   Great cast….

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB….. EVERY SUNDAY……(.5:30-7:30 PM, It is Paul Warthen at the piano… on hiatus until April 30) ……..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 ..APRIL  23, 30, MAY 7,14,21,28….It’s Rob DiStasi in the Lounge ,from 5 to 9 pm…..

BED RACES ON DUVAL ST….. 2-4 PM….Starts at Olivia ST. and goes to Southard…. Watch this wacky annual race between various pubs in town.  FREE to attend.

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……I hope  you don’t mind that I put into words, how wonderful life is that you’re in the world?.
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 do 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.

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…..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 ….Daniel Bitnar……the Family & Friends of Kristin Larkin LoGerfo on the loss of her dear mother, Marilyn Larkin…..also the family & friends of  Terry Carper on the loss of his son, Daniel…. And prayers on the loss of Bob Cardenas Sr. …and for his beloved wife, Alvina,  of 70+ years, and  his wonderful children, Susan, Bob Jr. and Jeffrey and their families….. for the families of the late Garrett Hughes,  Steve Ness, Barbara Robinson, Bruce York ……..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 … Me …..Jennifer O’Lear….Lorann Wood  ….. 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. 

A GREAT BIG AQUA IDOL THANK YOU TO….. What an amazing 8 weeks!  We began on Feb. 20 with 17 wonderful vocalists….Belisa Lea, Dominic Paollilo, Iain Wilcox, Jessica Miano Kruel, Jess Wachs, Puddin Taine, Jordan Upchurch, Justin Camaddo, Kelsey Elliott, Mariah Woessner, Moucka Novak Wallace, Ray West, Tennessee Richard Carraway, Robby LeBlanc, Samuel Costilow, Sarah Perkins, and Tim Dahms.  On April 10… The Top 6 performed in the Finale. and these were the results…Aqua Idol Winner….#1, Jessica Miano Kruel…. #2, Richard Carraway …. #3, Dominic Paollilo ….#4, Jordan Upchurch …. #5, Jess Wachs ….and #6, Samuel Costilow.  I want to thank the wonderful vocalists who said YES and joined me on this amazing 8 week Adventure. I truly love each of these vocalists so very much…. so talented… all have jobs and gigs in town and they found the time to help our Theater!   Every week we had SRO at the nightclub, and I am very grateful for all those in the audience who came to support this event and fundraiser.  Some were there every single week.  I know who you super fans are and I thank you with ALL my heart.  I want to thank Laurie Thibaud our delightful emcee and Jimmy Harcup in the Sound Booth.  I thank Michael Ingram for providing the great Aqua Idol Venue and Mgr., Tyler McNab …..I thank all those who were Celebrity Guest Judges…. Mayor Teri Johnston, Christopher Elwell, Dave Bootle, Christopher Peterson, Mark Watson, David Black, Liz Young, JT Thompson, Tom Thayer, Bobby Nesbitt, Mike Mulligan, and Bob Frechette.   They are the BEST! I thank our many Guest Singers who also helped raise money…Thanks to…Terri White, Al Romano, Betty Carraway, Janae Thompson, Laurie Thibaud, Bill Melchior, Jerry Downs, Dave Bootle, Jon Hernandez, Chris Peterson, Trey Forsyth, Kari Daley Wolf, Vicky Rowden, Talitha Jones…. (hope I haven’t missed anyone).  I want to thank the Waterfront Playhouse Board Members who came and supported our fine Playhouse.  I thank everyone for all the donations given toward our Prize Package and to our Waterfront Playhouse.  (Scroll down… I will list below.). I thank our amazing money counters…….Led by the formidable Bunnie Smith, along with aides, Mike Benner, Melissa Lang (our daughter), Gary Symons and Andrew Theede.  A big thank you to Jimmy Olson who wrote a glowing synopsis of Aqua Idol which appeared in both Florida Weekly Publication and KONK Life….Thanks to Mandy Miles, Guy de Boer and Louis Peterone….And to Rob O’Neal for making Jessica Miano Kruel Citizen of the Day…..  Thanks to Artistic Director of the Waterfront Playhouse, Tom Thayer, who was a huge support!!!   Thanks to Christopher Elwell who was a judge twice and also hosted a Grand Finale Party after the event on April 10.  What a wonderful way to end this successful event.!   Thanks to my loyal and devoted friends who supported Me, our Theater, and Vocalists in SO many special ways.  One friend flew in just to attend and gave me a check for $1,200 toward the Event.  There were many special stories like this and I am so humbled by the kindness of my friends. To conclude my thank you’s……MOST of all, I am VERY thankful,  grateful, and blessed to have had the 150% support from my best friend and beloved husband, BOB FRECHETTE.  He was my rock who shared the ups and downs and challenges of running Aqua Idol.  He picked me up and kept me going all these weeks.  (And now, maybe we can finally get our Townhouse in order! HA!) 

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…. Schhoner 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 CAM ‘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.   

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!

***THE ARIES PERSONALITY…MARCH 21 THROUGH APRIL 20***

It is hard to ignore the Arien….they have so much personality and vitality, making them the sort of people who like to be noticed!  They hate taking back seat in life and will do anything to prevent it!  They are natural leaders, not followers.  The last thing any Arien wants to do is carry out other people’s orders or be at their beck and call.  They loathe being just one of the crowd, and this attitude doesn’t change as they get older.  They have to be in control of situations and do not like it one bit when it is the other way around.  Life is very black & white for Ariens, with no grey area.    They are very idealistic, and always have high expectations that things will turn out well.  They have a burning desire to achieve…have an infectious enthusiasm and an adventurous spirit.  An Arien without a goal is a sad sight, as they are lost without anything to aim for.  They are easy to lose their tempers but it is all over in a flash.  One minute they may be shouting their heads off and the next they have forgotten all about it.  They do have a problem with bluntness…they like to tell it like it is and this sometimes leads to hurt feelings when they go too far and do not realize the impact of their words.  They are outspoken….and if they curb that it would take so much fun out of things!  In love, they dream of fairytale romances…they love the thrill of the chase, often finding it the most exciting part of a relationship….often cooling off when they get what they want.  Their generous spirit and warm personality make them wonderful friends and delightful lovers.  Sex is very important to them and they enjoy a very physical relationship with their partners.  They have the utmost faith and trust in people.  They fall in love easily and invest everything in their lover.  Their hearts are shattered when that partner fails to live up to their expectations.  They have a tendency to put loved ones on a pedestal, thinking they can do no wrong.  All is great while they are on that pedestal but the moment they turn out to be human, the Arien is crushed and let down and in lots of pain.  However, Ariens do not learn from their mistakes and often repeat them over and over again!  The best signs for an Aries are Capricorn, Gemini, and Scorpio.  In careers, the Arien cannot be tied down as they are free spirits.  They must have a job with room to breathe.  They hate having a job which requires  them to account for their every action.  They will become bored and frustrated in these situations.  They prefer being self-employed because most Ariens have a low opinion of their higher ups.  Their competitive nature makes them natural freelancers…they love coming up with new ideas.  Jobs like engineering, mechanics, the armed services, and sports appeal to Ariens.  They are better at dreaming up ideas than in following them.  They cannot live without money…love spending it and are suckers for impulse buys.  They love spending on cars, special bikes, and are attracted to speed and danger.  They are also very generous and spend lots of money on friends and loved ones.  Saving money is not as interesting to an Arien as spending it.  They live for today and not to morrow!!

WE LOVE OUR ARIEN FRIENDS AND FAMILY MEMBERS!!!! 

 Please read the lists below and take time to add their names to your datebooks so you can reach out to them on their special days!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO….

3/21…Jerry Downs….Merle Dimbath …..Heidi Golightly …..Marge Sanger…Scott Muir…Luis Vera….Hugh Gallagher ….(Please remember….. Ted Lacey…. And…. Clifford Nowak.)

3/22…Rhett Kalman…Shirley Sullivan…..Rafael Gonzalez…Darold Leto…Judy Kovats… Christopher Gonzalez….

3/23…Pamela Spence…..Kim Gordon…John Sangston ….. Janet Pattillo ….Kevin Barry …..Amy Scalise……Newt Ruch….(Please remember Jacques Vivien.)

3/24…Mary Borrell ….Chloe Hodgdon….….. Phyllis May …..Nora Monico….Robin Hansel… Peter Flood….Josh Khalil….Lindsey Hillegas….. Jessy Pojman …..(Please remember Dennis Wade…and Peter Flood.)

3/25…Hy Conrad…… John Hamilton …..Alice Justavich Kelly ….. Jeanette Partilla …..…. (Remember Rose Frechette and Fran Verral ….. Harry Ruchman… Ted Windt….. Doug Strip.)

3/26…Jana Krejcirova…Cameron Murray…Kevin Melloncamp…Emily Maltz…..Judy Pingston…Ellie….Kenny Chesney…Glenda Rowley …..(Please remember Tennessee Williams. )

3/27…..Ray Baker…..Roger Nelson….Martha Hooten Hattingh …..Carina Borders ….Deborah Goldman…Stephanie Sander….

3/28…Pam Lopez…. Pam Bernat…..Pam Macenzie …. Jeffrey Woessner…..Daniel Wolpaw….. Vince Vaughn ….(Please remember Kathy Melendy…)

3/29…Brenda Callahan …..Marc Crow…Jennifer Stevens…John Wilson …..Kathy Stevens…Patti Roberts…Laurel Denny…Russell Martin …..(Please remember John Wickes and Stella Winiarski.)

3/30…Carol Burnham…Danny Carter….Bob Bolen…..

3/31…Peggy Malloy Montgomery…..Jeff Egleston….…Yolan Findlay…Michael McMahon…..(Please remember Barbara Please Hoffman… and Donna Stanton.)

4/1…Lee Skillington…Mary Ellen Lapp….Alan Beaubien….Jerry Seeco ….John Smyth….Mary Lou Ferris…Franco Piacibello…David Marshall…(Please remember Jane Powell.)

4/2…Anne Stevens…..Harry Schroeder….Stephanie Skylar Hench….Terry Jeffers…. (Please remember….Beverly Walters)….

4/3….Lee Fettis…..Mabry Binnaker …..Tommy Wilson …Dee Dee Duecker…April Riedel …..Chris Clifton….(Please remember Stanley Vernovage…and Morgan Sykes.)

4/4…George Sanders…Dr. Carter Weber…..Jenny Emerson…Billy Piscopo…Brian Taylor…..Suzie Byrd…. Evan Fowls ….(Please take time to remember Kitty Green and Art Gasior!)

4/5…..Lucy Carleton….Gordon Keiser..John Hamilton…Rita Brown Troxel…Bill Melchior…Dora Gholson…Peter King…

4/6….George Rutgers…..Sue Forti…(Please take time to remember Larry Harvey and Virginia Molzan.)

4/7……Christian Monzon…(Please remember … Bob Brown….Dick Buckheim…Mike Gillis… and Ruth Warmouth.)

4/8…Peter Arnow…Claire Caplan …..Jack Eaton….Arlene Machor…. Candice Chase….

4/9…..Jeffrey Harwell…Bill Roberts…Les Dudley…..Barry  Philipson….Bob Scott…Richard Smolik…Pat Creed Smith

4/10…Donna Barnett…Marilyn Maye……Landon Bradbary…Judy Buxton….Janice Gruber… Gregory James ….Renny Stevens…Carol Kiwala…(Please remember Theresa Wise… and… John Petrone.)

4/11….Rhena Dahlgren… Tim McAlpine ….Tim Mayer …..Bob Pabian ….Michael Popovice….Laurie Jordan Nick…… Matthew Stevens …..Jim Blahnik…West Valentino Internicola.

4/12…J.T.Thompson….Rick Worth…..Nina Crooks…Dominic Paollilo……Kim Schroeder…..Chris Skinner…Matt Zintsmaster…Keidi Ehrgott… (Please remember Sheri Brown.)

4/13…..Annie Miners….Loretta Foreman…Tony Yaniz….….Don Bearden…Terry O’Hara ….. Liz Calaway ….

4/14…..Pam Vereb…Iolanda Stashenko….William Trem

4/15…Karen Beauprie…..Judith Daykin ……Wendy Zintsmaster….Gina Maseratti…Lacy Arters…..(Please remember Ken Peskett…and….Gary Helman….

4/16……Valsin Marmillion ….Denise Chelekis ….Brenda Bodner…Marty Siegal …. (Please remember Seward Johnson.)

4/17…..Vincent Zito……Ana Cobo …..Julie Paterson…Richard Vincent…..Phyllis Kaschub…Mike Eppenhart…Candy Block ….Les Steele.. Devin Mitchell…..(Please remember Tom Oosterhoudt.)

4/18….….Heather- Mae Potter Sloan.…Gayle Miller…Dawn Holland …..Chuck Walter …. Amy Sidoroff….(Please remember Chip Allen.)

4/19….Jim Salem….Walter Schmida…..Casey Internicola…..Jackie O’Neil… Jennifer Pace ….(Please remember Michael Lefferts.)

4/20…..Amy Laura Bondurant ….Robert Spottswood…Queen Jane R. Carper……Steve Miller…..Sheri Lohr….Dillon Feldman …..Mia Maschal…. Emma Maschal  …Christy Ryan Mack…Audrey Pollizi…..(Please remember Mark Barauck,…Bob Esty…and Marie Knox.)

HAPPY ARIES ANNIVERSARY TO….

3/21…..Pat & Dave Livesay…….

3/22….Roger & Nancy Nelson…….

3/23… Amy Bondurant & David Dunn

3/24…Amy & Wayne Cleveland 

3/26…..Bonnie Piceu & Paul Dietz

3/27….Emily Maltz & Jean-Michel Atigaud

3/31….Mary Borrell & Eugene Knudsen

4/5….Craig & Patti Roberts….

4/6…..Linda Curtis & Tim Skoh…and ….

4/7…..Dick Norford and Kay Fullen…..Carolyn & Bob Scott

4/10… Please remember Phil & Josephine Ricca.

4/11…..Nancy Moulton & Diana Davis

4/12…..Patti and Carl McMackin…and…… Juan Pisani & Val Marmillion

4/13… Helen Walker and Leo Waters…

4/18…Amanda & Daniel Garcia

4/19……..Ric Dery and Tandin Bugub

4/20…..Trina & Jens Nielsen…..Eric & Julie Johnston…..

 If you are one of those fascinating Ariens described above, please let me know if the description pertains to you in any way.  If you are a reader of mine, and would like to be added to the Birthday/Anniversary Lists, please let me know by e-mailing me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net and I will be glad to put you on the list.  The whole purpose is so that those reading it may see some one they know and then reach out to them on their special days….a nice and easy way to build community and spread love and joy to those we know.  Just send me the month & day of your birthday or anniversary if applies, and you will be added.  Love, and Happy Birthday and Anniversary to all our Arien friends and family members!!!!    Lynda