CELEBRATE FANTASY FEST!!!!!

OCTOBER 22 THRU OCTOBER 31, 2013 IN KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!!

HAPPY OCT. 22 BIRTHDAY TO…..ERIN McKENNA…BRETT GORDON!!!

FICTION STORY CONTEST…The Key West Writer’s Guild in conjunction with ART!KEYWEST, announces a new fictional short story contest…First Prize is $500… Stories must be 2,500 words or less….Entry Fee is $25…Manuscripts due by Fri., Nov. 1, 2013. For more details on submitting, judging and rules please to go http://www.keywestwritersguild.org/ and click on the short story link!!!!

REQUESTING NAME NOMINATIONS FOR THE AIDS MEMORIAL…..There are now more than 1,100 names on the Memorial at the White Street AIDS Memorial….The 2013 deadline for names to be inscribed on granite monuments is OCT. 31, 2013. Memorial Nomination forms are available at www.keywestaids.org. If you know of someone who has a deep connection to Key West, and would like that someone to have their name embedded in the walkway, please let AIDS Help know by the above date. World AIDS Day is Dec.1….and the names of those on the Memorial will be read at this moving tribute. For info call Rodney Ross at 293-3671. Thank you.

WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE ANNOUNCES SEASON…..You will NOT want to miss any of the fantastic productions that will be presented at the esteemed Waterfront Playhouse this 2013/14 season! Memberships of various levels…subscriptions and individual Tickets are NOW on sale for ALL of the shows!!!! Go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org!!!!! Our shows will be LEADING LADIES, Dec. 17-Jan. 1……..OTHER DESERT CITIES, Jan. 28-Feb. 15….XANADU (the Musical!!!), March 4 March 29 …SOUVENIR, April 8 to April 19……A DOG STORY, May 8-24. Tix can also be purchased for the….“AND THE WINNER IS”…Oscar Winning Songs… the Season Opening Concert on Nov. 22 & 23 only!!!! Also note that some of the Waterfront Parties have been announced and will soon be available to purchase….The Holiday Party Train in the Christmas Parade on Dec. 7…LEADING LADIES PARTY on Dec. 14….OTHER ‘DESSERT’ CITIES PARTY on Feb. 2!!!! Waterfront Playhouse Parties are Legendary and you will want to attend every single one!!!! (There are two Lower priced Preview nights for each show the eve before Opening Night!!!)

BE A MEMBER OF THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE!!!! We NEED and WANT Y-O-U to be a part of the Waterfront Playhouse Family! There are many Levels of Memberships and each Level has its own fabulous privileges! We hope you will go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org and read the descriptions for memberships. We hope those who have never become members will do so…and that those who have been in the past will re-join this year, and maybe even go to the next level!!! Being a Member of the Waterfront Playhouse is as good as it gets!

A PUN FOR YOU…When you get a bladder infection…urine trouble!!!!!

FRINGE THEATER ANNOUNCES NEW SEASON…..The Fringe Theater Artistic Director, Monnie King, is thrilled with her new season, and rightly so!!!! The First show is the award-winning, ‘COCK’…(Do I have your attention?) It runs Dec.4,5,6,7,11,12,13,14 (matinee & eve performances on the 14th!)… at The Studios of Key West, 600 White St and in partnership with The Studios….8 pm…..Show #2 is Pulitzer Prize winning ‘A DELICATE BALANCE’ by Edward Albee. It will be presented at The Custom House, 281 Front St. on Feb. 20,21,22,27,28, March 1,6,7,8……Show #3….Back by popular demand for three nights only is ‘CONCH REPUBLIC’ the MUSICAL…at The San Carlos Institute, 516 Duval St…. presented on April 25,26,and 27 only!! Tickets for all shows can be bought by going online to www.keystix.com or by calling 305-295-7676.

RED BARN ANNOUNCES SEASON…..Nov. 5 – 23, MOMENT OF GRACE, written by Bob Bowersox & directed by Rebecca Tomlinson…world premier….Dec. 6, STAND UP, WITH A LITTLE CLASS….Celebrate the opening of the BARN 34th Season with comedian, Eddie Sarfaty with other KW funniest musical talents!…..Dec. 17 to Jan. 18…BINGO! THE WINNING MUSICAL….Jan. 28-March 1….VANYA & SONIA & MASHA & SPIKE…. March 5-15…..I AM MY OWN WIFE, directed by Stuart Meltzer, starring Tom Wahl…. March 25-April 26….CLYBOURNE PARK……May 6-May 31….SHORT ATTENTION SPAN THEATRE 2014… various directors and actors……April 6,7,13,14,21….CONCHS, COWBOYS, & TALES OF OLD KEY WEST!!!! Go to www.redbarntheatre.com or call 296-9911 for reservations!!!!

SPECIAL KEY WEST COUPLE NEED PLACE TO RENT…..A couple I know and care about is going through a bit of a tough time and perhaps you can please help! Facing health problems, they need a place to be in for at least 6 months….They are also willing to HouseSit for those who are not around for a good part of the time. At this point they seek to remain anonymous but trust me I can vouch for them. If you or someone you know can help at this time…please call at 305-923-3818. Thank you so much. They are willing to fix up or paint any vacant properties…..

REMARCABLE PUMPKIN PATCH OPENS…thru OCT. 31…..At 11 am to 7 pm, The MARC House Pumpkin Patch will be open…1401 Seminary St…..

SHUT UP AND SING AT SHANNA KEY….9:30 pm, every Saturday night…great karaoke….1900 Flagler Ave….goes till after midnight! All invited to participate!

ALEXANDRA DIETZ AT ARMORY…..Congrats to the lovely Alexandria for her fabulous Photography exhibit at the Studios of KW….600 White St….check it out as it will be shown thru Nov. 15.

KIM RETTENWANDER HAS FABULOUS ITEMS FOR SALE…….Please notify Kim by phone or text at 305-797-7637 for an appointment to view these items… We are talking about high quality home furnishings, paintings, etc. to enhance your homes or for staging homes for sales by realtors, etc. Also, for photos of items e-mail Kim at shelkar22@gmail.com or me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net.

FANTASY FEST BEGINS ITS FESTIVITIES…..For the full FF schedule go to www.keywestfantasyfest.com. Call 296-1817 for more info.

HAUNTING OF FORT ZACH…OCT. 24,25,27,30&31…Gates open at 7:30 pm…go to www.hauntedkeywestfort.com for a list of all the haunting activities.

BURLESQUE MUSICAL AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE ON OCT. 22 only……Titled. “Hero: In Quest for Fame & Fortune, Sometimes Love Gets in the Way!”…8 pm…Music includes great rock songs from the 60’s,70’s and 80’s!!!! Call 294-5015 for tickets or go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org. Note that this is a Fantasy Fest Event and not part of the Waterfront Playhouse Season schedule.

TENNIS AT 1800 ATLANTIC….KW Adult Tennis… For more info on tennis programs, leagues, drills, lessons etc., call Nicole Berger at 305-395-1035. Go to www.paradisetenniskeywest.com for information on anything Tennis at 1800!!!!

SMOKIN’ TUNA SALOON ON OCT.22….6 pm, Joal Rush performs….9:30 pm, Chris Clifton & Caffeine Carl perform.

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON OCT. 22….Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas entertain from 5 to 9 pm at Beachside Marriott!!!!! NOTE THAT THE $19.95 DINING SPECIAL WILL BE IN EFFECT UNTIL OCT. 31….take advantage of it now!!! 5 to 6:30 pm only!

FIONA MOLLOY AT MCCONNELL’S IRISH PUB ON OCT. 22….The fabulous FIONA performs from 7:30 to 10:30 pm….900 Duval St….Doesn’t get much better than Fiona Molloy….great singing, food, staff, an atmosphere!!!

OFFICIAL POSTER SIGNING PARTY ON OCT. 22….5 pm at La Concha Hotel, 430 Duval St. All invited to meet and greet the artists. Posters will be on sale.

HEADDRESS BALL ON OCT. 22…at 7 pm, at the Southernmost Hotel on the Beach, 508 South St…Fund Raiser for the KW Business Guild….Show starts at 8 pm…Tables are sold out, but general admission tix are available. Go to www.keystix.com for tix or buy at the door.

GREEN PARTY AT FINNEGAN’S WAKE ON OCT. 22….7 pm at 320 Grinnell St….Live Irish Band…no cover if you wear green…costume contest!!!!

CAPTAIN TONY PLAID PARTY….OCT. 22….at 8 pm, 428 Greene St…..Music, drinks, plaid costume contest, etc.

AT THE GREEN PARROT ON OCT. 22….At 10 pm, The Red Elvises perform!!! (also at 5:30 and 10 pm on Oct. 23 & 24.)

SCHOONER WHARF ON OCT. 22…Noon to 5 pm, Gary Hempsey…7 to 11 pm, Raven Cooper entertains!

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB ON OCT. 22….Haitian Jazz at 821 Duval St. 8 pm to 12:30 am.

BARE ASSETS ALL MALE REVUE…OCT. 22….Sexy & wild….the world famous Labare dancers…wear sexy white…go to www.keystix.com for tix…held at 1029 Truman Ave….8 pm…call 304-1188 for info.

HAPPY OCT. 23 BIRTHDAY TO….LARRY EYNON…TOM LAVENDER…KYLE CASKEY … NEIL CHAMBERLAIN…BARBARA CORNS…

PET MASQUERADE ON OCT. 23…4 pm is registration for animals with a $25 entry fee….Show starts at 5:30 pm onstage at The Casa marina…FREE to watch…VIP seating is available…For more info call 304-1026….For VIP seating contact arme.torremania@waldorfastoria.com.

WINE TASTING AT UVA GOURMET SHOPPE ON OCT. 23…..From 6 to 8 pm at 519 Fleming St…..Wine club members get special discounts on purchases…

LAZY GECKO REDNECK PARTY ON OCT. 23….Don yer best Redneck garb…200 Duval St….Costume contests….

HOMEMADE BIKINI CONTEST ON 10/23….More than 50 beauties vie for $2,000 cash…drink specials…music…Sunset Pier at Ocean Key House……VIP section has open bar, light food, and contestant meet and greet….Call 295-7047 for contest info….Fee to enter is $20…will be donated to Reef Relief…Party starts at 9 pm…. General seating is FREE. VIP tix available at www.keystix.com, or at the Sunset Bar.

WHARFSTOCK AT SCHOONER ON 10/23….Peace & Love Woodstock/Schooner Wharf Style….Prizes for best Hippie chick and dude….body painting contest… music … drinks and emcee is Frank Everhart….cash prizes….7 pm….judging at 10 pm….No cover or entry fee. Michael McCloud from noon to 5 pm….7 to 11 pm…That Hippie Band….7 pm…The good, the bad, the beyond body painting contest!!!!

SMOKIN’ HOT TUNA CONTEST ON OCT. 23….Costume Contest…over $5,000 in cash prizes including a Bare Necessities Cruise for 2…costumes judged on originality and sexiness….$10 registration fee…must enter by 5 pm…VIP tix include open bar and appetizers during contestant meet and greet and stage front seating….$50…Meet & Greet starts at 8 pm, contest at 9 pm…. www.keystix.com for tix. 4 Charles St.

FOGARTY’S RED NIGHT ON OCT. 23….12th annual Red Party…costume contest and door prizes….227 Duval St. 8 pm!!!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON OCT. 23….Rob DiStasi is at the piano from 5 to 9 pm.

EYECONS SHOW AT LATEDA ON OCT. 23 and 24……Christopher Peterson’s famous show is at 9 pm in the Crystal Room…call 296-6706 for tix….it is fabulous!!!!

SMOKIN’ TUNA SALOON ON OCT. 23&24….6 pm, Rusty Lemmon performs…9:30 pm, Caffeine Carl & Friends!

HAPPY OCT. 24 BIRTHDAY TO…MICHAEL STEWART…STEVE SONSTEIN…TOM RUPPELL…SUSAN KEISER…… HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…..SHIRREL & DIANE BRADY RHOADES…..CLAUDIA & CRAIG PENNINGTON….

RICK’S BACK BAR AT AQUA….OCT. 24,25,26….Rick Dery, bartender extraordinaire at Aqua Nightclub, is at the back Garden Bar every Thurs., Fri., and Sat. behind Aqua Nightclub!!!! 5 to 10 pm every week! Very special little place…and Rick makes it ever so special! Here’s lookin’ at you kid!!!!

DANTE’S HALOS & HORNS PARTY on OCT. 24….7th annual party & wet t-shirt contest…get wet and wild in the pool…win Big $$$ Free body painting, music, prizes, food, and drink specials…stage in center of pool….starts at noon and goes to 6 pm…pole dancing starts at 4:30 pm…951 Caroline St….

BLACK GLOW PARTY AT COYOTE UGLY ON OCT. 24…..Lights are replaced with black lights for this 2nd annual Glow party…..body painting artist…women dance on the bar … staff belts out songs until the early morning….contest judged on originality and sexiness….sign up at 8 pm….judging at 10 pm…218 Duval St.

1ST ANNUAL FF BURLESQUE & POLE PERFORMANCE CONTEST ON OCT. 24…At Sunset Pier at Ocean Key House…..Top pro performers from around the world copete in this contest…..cash prizes…to compete go to www.keywestburlesque.com. Tix available at www.keystix.com…. VIP tix are $125…with an open bar and stage side seating….Gen. admission tix are $30…doors open at 8 pm and contest at 9 pm!

TOGA PARTY AT SLOPPIES ON OCT. 24….30th annual TOGA party…MUST be in a toga to attend…Contest with cash prizes…..FREE to enter contest…register at 8 pm with contest starting at 9:30 pm. 201 Duval St. at Sloppy Joe’s!!!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON OCT. 24….Carmen and Michael entertain from 5 to 09 pm!!!!

FAT TUESDAY PINK PARTY ON OCT. 24….Save the TA-Ta’s…a portion of proceeds will be donated to the Amer. Cancer Society…..Wear sexy pink….or body paint…$500 bar tab for first place, etc. down the line….live entertainment…party favors…at 305 Duval St.

ONE NIGHT WITH ELVIS AT THE PARROT ON OCT. 24….Contests, prizes with Igor & The Red Elvises….601 Whitehead St….9 pm!!!

COWBOY BILL’S 7TH ANNUAL GIT-R-WET T-SHIRT CONTEST ON OCT. 24….Hot ladies competing for $1,5000 prizes….modeling the most creative wet t-shirts…..VIP seating available…..drink specials all night….618 Duval St.

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB ON OCT. 24 & 31…..Turkish Jazz with Ali Agca & Skipper Kripitz….9 to 12:30 am…..821 Duval St.

SCHOONER WHARF ON OCT. 24…NOON TO 5, Michael McCloud…7 to midnight, Entrain….

HAPPY OCT. 25 BIRTHDAY TO…..MICHAEL GUADAGNO…JACKI LORBER… BRUCE WILSON …. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO……HILDA & TED WATSON!!!

AT THE TROPIC CINEMA….OCT.25-31….Movies to see at 416 Eaton St…..PRISONERS …WADJDA…MUSCLE SHOALS…RUSH…DON JON…ENOUGH SAID (The last three we saw and enjoyed them a LOT!!!!)

SILVER KEYS LINGERIE ZOOMS INTO OUTER SPACE for FKSPCA…..OCT. 25….From noon to night in the Garden behind 1121 Duval St….a garden bar for three days only…..A benefit for the Florida Keys SPCA…Great Events caters light food….vendors offering souvenirs…entertainment, body painting….Planned by the luscious Sophie DeVooght and Carrie Keagler of Silver Keys Lingerie….Have lots of fun and frolic for a great cause….Stop by and support the SPCA in Key West!!!! For more info call 906-0062.

BIG MOVING SALE ON OCT. 25,26&27…..Entire contents of home and artist’s studio… Fine furniture, Art works galore, decorative pieces, rugs, piano, kitchen goods, beds, vintage KW postcards, outdoor furniture, garden supplies, and MORE….1313-1315 Eliza St. Fri. 3 to 6 pm…Sat. 10 am to 4 pm…Sun. Noon to 2 pm…Credit Cards accepted….at the home of George Korns and Thomas Livingston!!!!

HAIR OF THE HOG LEATHER & LACE PARTY 10/25….Wake up with the hogs at this blowout breakfast at the Hog’s Breath, 400 Front St…..starts at 10 am….Leather & Lace contest at 11 am….All invited.

FANTASY FEST STREET FAIR…. Oct. 25….Starts at Noon and goes to 10 pm…on Duval St…food, vendors, and entertainment….bring your cameras for an eyeful!

BOURBON ST. PUB TEA DANCE …OCT.guys, etc. Oct.25….Biggest dance party….in the street….dj’s, booze, drag queens, hot guys dancing….celebs..beads…at Bourbon and 801 Duval! Starts at 1 pm!!!!

SUPERHERO CONTEST AT SOUTHERNMOST BEACH …Oct.25….Contest for best themed costume…poolside at Southernmost on the Beach, 508 South St….4 to 6 pm….Register at 3 pm…contest at 4 pm….6 pm…Masquerade Half Way Party…FREE!

MASQUERADE MARCH ON OCT. 25….This was formerly THE LOCAL’S PARADE…and it has grown outrageously! Drinks provided along the way at some guest houses….Meet at the KW Cemetery at Frances St….or join along the way….Parade starts at 5 pm…..FREE to participate….We will be in this parade for sure…a Key West Tradition!!!!

AFTER THE MARCH AT THE GREEN PARROT….The after party is at 601 Whitehead St…..starts at 7 and goes all night long!!! The Wild Magnolias perform at 7 and 10 pm on Oct. 25…and at 5:30 and 10 pm on Oct. 26….and at 5:30 pm on Oct. 27.

AIRBRUSH PARTY AT SUNSET PIER ON OCT. 25….Money prizes with the human form as a living canvas….drink specials and entertainment…VIP section with Open Bar, food and meet & greet contestants…at Sunset Pier….begins at 9 pm…/go to www.keystix.com for VIP tickets.

RUM BARREL’S 7TH ANNUAL PIRATE BASH…..Wear your Pirate duds….cash prizes, rum specials 9 pm….on Front St…..$10 cover charge.

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON OCT. 25….Mike Emerson entertains from 6 to 10 pm!!!

SMOKIN’ TUNA SALOON ON OCT. 25&26….6 pm, Nick Norman performs…9:30 pm, Caffeine Carl & Friends….

SCHOONER WHARF ON OCT.25…noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud…5 ro 8:30 pm, Raven Cooper….9 to 2 am, Entrain

HAPPY OCT. 26 BIRTHDAY TO…..KEITH STRICKLAND….GARY McDONALD…KIM RETTENWANDER!!!!

HALLOWEEN FUN AT THE KW TROPICAL FOREST & BOTANIC GARDEN…10/26 …From 10 am to 2 pm….Candy, games, crafts,, costume contests….For the entire Family….$10 per family….$5 if you are a member.

SPECIAL EVENT AT TROPIC CINEMA….OCT. 26….There will be a special screening at 11 am of THE OTHER SHORE, with an introduction by Diana Nyad, Grand Marshal of the Fantasy Fest Parade this year!!!!

DUVAL STREET PROMENDADE…OCT. 26…..Entertainers, food, etc. with costumed merrymakers from noon to 10:30 pm…FREE to gawk and take photos!

CAPT. MORGAN FANTASY FEST PARADE. OCT. 26….Join 70,000 partygoers as this parade rolls down Southard, to Whitehead, to Duval St….floats, costumes, groups,…. Better than Mardi Gras!!!!! Starts at 7 pm…..FREE to watch…Do not miss!

PARADE PARTY AT LATEDA….OCT. 26 with Rude Girl…great viewing!!!!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON OCT. 26….BOBBY NESBITT entertains from 5:30 to 10 pm!

SCHOONER WHARF ON OCT. 26….noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud…5 to 9 pm, Toko Irie Band….Costume Competition after the parade!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO EVERYONE BORN ON OCTOBER 27TH!!!!!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON OCT. 27…Rob DiStasi is at the piano from 5 to 9 pm!!!!

CHILDREN’S DAY AT BAYVIEW PARK ON OCT. 27….Fun for the family with costume contests for the kiddies…at Truman & Eisenhower Sts….Noon to 5 pm!!!

THE FAT LADY SINGS TEA DANCE AT LATEDA ON OCT. 27….4 pm…to 8 pm….the last official Fantasy Fest Event….DJ Rude Girl…$5.

SMOKIN’ TUNA SALOON ON OCT. 27…9:30 pm, Chris Clifton & Caffeine Carl perform.

SCHOONER WHARF ON OCT. 27….Noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud…6:30 to 11 pm, The Doerfels!!!

HAPPY OCT. 28TH BIRTHDAY TO….ROSI WARE!!!

DUELING BARTENDERS AT AQUA ON OCT. 28…..From 5:30 to 8:30 pm, it’s Randy Thompson and Mark Watson doing their famous Song Duels in drag while they serve your fave drinks!!!! Mark is with Randy every other Mon. Otherwise it is Rick Dery with Randy. Always fun and frolic at Aqua at 711 Duval St. Remember, the Aquanettes perform every evening of the week at 9 pm and on Fri. and Sat. they do two shows at 9 and 11 pm!!!!! Great fun!!!!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON OCT. 28….Michael Thomas is at the piano from 5 to 9 pm!

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB ON OCT. 28….and every Monday….Motown Monday with Deb Hudson and Soul City from 8 to midnight!!!

SMOKIN’ TUNA SALOON ON OCT. 28&29….1 pm, Amy Lee & Woody Jenkins perform … 5 pm, HomeMade Wine entertain… 9 pm, The Scott Kirby Band.

SCHOONER WHARF ON OCT. 28…Noon to 5 pm, Raven Cooper & Heavy Kevy…7 to 11 pm, The Real Malloys!

HAPPY OCT. 29 BIRTHDAY TO…..JASON GAINEY…SHELLY BELL!!!

CUSTOM HOUSE EXHIBIT & RECEPTION ON OCT. 29…. From 5:30 to 7 pm, all welcome to attend this reception, INDUSTRIOUS KEY WEST….focusing on the varied commerce, trades, etc. that shaped our Island community for nearly 200 years …Wrecking, Shipwrecks, Cigar Mfg., Turtling, Sponging, and Transportation….All invited….Free for members….complimentary drinks and appetizers…281 Front St.

FIONA AT MCCONNELL’S PUB ON OCT. 29…Fiona Molloy wows every Tuesday from 7:30 to 10:30 pm….900 Duval St.!!!!!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON 10/29…..Carmen & Michael T perform from 5 to 9 pm!

VIRGILIO’S ON 10/29…It’s the Chris Thomas Trio playing 9 pm till late…..524 Duval, in back of La Trat…..with Chris are Skipper Kripitz and Bubba Lownotes!!!!

LATEDA ON OCT. 29….Christopher Peterson’s EYECONS Show at 9 pm….call 296-6706 for tix….Dave Bootle is in the By George Bar at 9 pm!!!!

SCHOONER WHARF ON OCT. 29….noon to 5 pm, Gary Hemspey….7 to 11 pm, Southern Drawl Band

HAPPY OCT. 30 BIRTHDAY TO…DEAN WALTER…RHONDA FLORENCE….DAN LOTTEN …GEORGE LIVENGOOD…RON SAUNDERS… HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO… GRANVILLE & LUCINDA EMMETT…

PARROT HEAD “WELCOME TO OUR ISLAND PARTY” ON OCT. 30….The Key West PARROT Head Club welcome all to the 15th annual Welcome to our Island Party from 11 am to 7 pm, at SMOKIN’ TUNA SALOON, 4 Charles St….This is the biggest fundraiser for the ParrotHeads, with proceeds donated to local charities such as SPCA, Wesley House, Samuel’s House, MARC, Bahama Village Music program, etc…..Raffles, silent auction….For more info go to www.Keywestparrotheadclub.com.

JAZZY WEDNESDAY BEGINS TODAY OCT. 30….From 7 to 10 pm at “Club Levity”, 618 Duval St/at Amelia…across from Mangoes….Great music performed by Tim McAlpine, Joe Dallas, Hal Howland, with vocalist Peter Diamond….come by and join them at this new venue, ‘Levity’ and all that jazz!!!!!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON OCT. 30….Mike Emerson entertains from 5 to 9 pm!

LATEDA ON OCT. 30…..Black & Skabuddah perform at 9 pm in the By George Bar!!!

GREEN PARROT ON OCT. 30&31….It’s The New Riders of the Purple Sage performing at 10 pm on both nights

SMOKIN’ TUNA SALOON ON OCT. 30….Noon to 4 pm, Beach Front Radio Show…5 pm, Scott Kirby….9 pm, Massacoustics Concert…$5 charge. 4 Charles St.

SCHOONER WHARF ON OCT. 30&31….Noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud….7 to 11 pm, HomeMade Wine!!!!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN OCT, 31 BIRTHDAY TO…..MIKE MULLIGAN…KENNY WESCHLER!

TERRI WHITE ON ‘CRAZY ONES’ ON OCT. 31….Tune into Robin Williams new hit show on CBS to see Terri White perform in the sitcom….she is on early in the show so don’t miss it!!!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON OCT. 31….Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas entertain from 5 to 9 pm!!!!

LATEDA ON OCT. 31…..It’s Dave Bootle at 9 pm in the By George Bar!!!! Be there!!!

SMOKIN’ TUNA SALOON ON OCT. 31….1 pm, Wes Loper…5 pm, Scott Kirby…9 pm, Jim Morris Band. 4 Charles St.

MORE INFORMATION…MARK CALENDARS FOR UPCOMING EVENTS……

FRANGIPANI GALLERY SHOW ON NOV. 1….There will be a Gallery 3rd Season Group Show with works by Fran Decker, David Scott Meier, William Welch, Jessica Wilson and many more….also ceramic artists, Marc Hacker and Sandy Kaster….6 to 9 pm, reception at 1102 A Duval St. All invited.

BENEFIT FOR TIBERIUS BRADBARY ON NOV. 4…..I urge everyone to attend this event at the BOTTLECAP GROOVE LOUNGE at 1128 Simonton St…..J.B. McClendon has planned a fun evening for everyone to help raise money for this very special child and his family’s fight against Cancer!!! He is the 2 year old son of Landon Bradbary, local actor and celebrity. There will be a viewing of 39 STEPS from the fab play at The Waterfront Playhouse last season…cocktails and light appetizers at 7 pm and the show at 8 pm…J.B., David Black Erin McKenna and director Danny Weathers will be there…an autographed DVD will be auctioned off live….$10 donation at the door plus a silent auction!

DAY OF PHILANTHROPY ON NOV. 7…..The CFFK will host a “Day of Philanthropy” featuring a series of 3 workshops on creative giving with author Bryan Clontz….open to ALL…held at Beachside Marriott Hotel…..These worskshops are held at breakfast ($25), lunch ($30 and dinner ($35)….To register go to www.cffk.org. Contact Greg Charleston at info@cffk.org for more info.

HEADS UP ON RUBEN NAVARRO SHOW ON NOV. 8…..The fabulous voice of Ruben Navarro, can be heard at an inaugural show at Kelly’s Caribbean at 301 Whitehead St. at 8 pm…Ruben, who is the past winner of Aqua Idol for the Waterfront Playhouse, will be singing an eclectic mix of songs, by a plethora of great singers….and Ruben knows how to make them his own!….Tix are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Ruben has future plans to present other dynamic shows at Kelly’s on Thursdays. Note that Kelly’s will offer special drinks, pricing and a special menu before, during and after Ruben’s shows!!!! For more info call 305-393-7802. Congrats in order for Ruben who just got engaged to his partner, Edward Carey!!!!

2ND ANNUAL KW INTERNATIONAL LATIN ARTS FESTIVAL ON NOV. 9 & 10….Mark your calendars for this event at the San Carlos Institute….folkloric dance and percussion, workshops, exhibits, poetry readings and a spectacular concert featuring InnerNacionalSound’s. Christian Monzon, Valerie Carr, dance luminaries, and a fab lineup of visiting musicians, dancers, etc. Go to www.keystix.com for tickets and for a schedule of events, etc. go to www.latinartsfest.org.

BE IN THE HOLIDAY PARADE & SUPPORT THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE, DEC. 7 … The Holiday Conch Train will be in the Parade once again!!! Wear your holiday best and meet at Bay View Park at 6:3 0 pm….parade starts at 7 pm….It is great fun folks! $50 per person…Hand out candy and beads to children along the parade route…. Some candy will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own candy and beads to pass out….You will not believe how many kids of all ages, are begging for handouts! It really is a hoot!!!! Go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 294-5015 to sign up to participate in this annual event!!!!

KW ARTS COUNCIL MEMBERSHIP PARTY ON DEC. 12…..This is always a gala event… this year at the gorgeous home of Dennis Beaver & Bert Whitt….5:30 to 7:30 pm… but…Please save the date and be there!!!! Entertainment by Bobby Nesbitt and Libby York!!! Get in the Holiday Spirit!!!

‘LEADING LADIES’ PARTY COMING UP ON DEC. 14….Meet the great cast of ‘LEADING LADIES’…. from 6 to 8 pm at the gorgeous home of Neal Ruchman and Evelyn Maldonado, 1001 Southard St…..cocktails, champagne, hors d’oeuvres …. Danny Weathers will preview the exciting new season at the Waterfront…Disco dancing at 8 pm….$75 per person. Call 294-5015 or go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org to attend.

WE SAY GOODBYE TO RICKY….It is a sad day for Billy Cartledge and Jim Hall. Their beloved dachshund, Ricky, lost his battle with cancer on Oct. 16. Billy and Jim loved Ricky, as did we all….Please keep them in your special thoughts and prayers as they deal with their loss.

TURTLE KRAALS….From On.-Thurs. from Noon to closing, Locals get a 50% off the entire food menu…..Happy Hour is 4:30 to 6:30 pm, with food specials, half off domestic beers, wells, and house wines. 231 Margaret St.

STORY SLAM REVIEW…..Bob and I got back to KW and finally made it to one of the STORY SLAMS at The Little Room Jazz Club…..Must say, it was great fun! A FULL house….the place was SRO….with lots of great and interesting contestants giving 5 minute stories on MAGIC in their lives. I highly recommend attending one of these very unique evenings in KW, thanks to Bob Bowersox! Stay tuned for the next one in November.

PRIME STEAKHOUSE….50% OFF ALL APPETIZERS AND 25% OFF BOTTLES OF WINE thru Oct. 31…..951 Caroline St.

TIX ON SALE FOR BOBBY NESBITT & CARMEN RODRIGUEZ SHOWS AT LITTLE WHITE HOUSE…..Go to www.keystix.com, to buy your tix for ‘THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES…A SALUTE TO THE USO”…Shows are Jan, 26&27, Feb. 16&18…and March 9 & 10….There will also be one presentation of last season’s MOONLIGHT SERENADE on Feb. 17. These tix go like hotcakes, so sign up NOW!!!

TIX ON SALE NOW….Tix are on sale for the Dec. 6 KEY WEST CONTEMPORARY DANCE performance onstage at Tennessee Williams Theatre…8 pm. Go to www.keystix.com to reserve your seats. This show is called “Train In the Distance”… Kyla Piscopink has put her heart & soul with this original dance production with dances inspired by the Music of Simon & Garfunkle.

SPONSOR A DANCER….To help out the fab KW Contemporary Dance Co. by sponsoring a dancer, go online to http://dancekeywest.org/sponsor/. To make a tax deductable gift to KWCD….go to www.DanceKeyWest.org.

TIX ON SALE FOR MEN IN PARADISE FASHION SHOW & LUNCH…..Go to www.keystix.com to sign up for this outrageously entertaining event which takes place on Sat., Nov. 2 from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm in the Ballroom at the Marriott Beachside Resort. ALL proceeds go to benefit SAMUEL’S HOUSE, INC. Come out and vote with cash, check or credit card. Contestants are Ruben Navarro, Mark Watson, Vidal, Commissioner Tony Yaniz Larry Blackburn, Mingo Castellanos, Franky Gutierrez, Cesar Guzman, Tom Hampton, Darren Horan, Mario Jerez, Lt. Ryan Johnson, Brandon Jones, Rick Lopez, Steven Powell, Sheriff Rick Ramsey, Manny Rioseco, Greg Smith, Vaughn Spencer, & a special mystery Gentleman!

GREAT CONDO FOR RENT AT THE GALLEON… If you or anyone you know may have overflow guests for Thanksgiving Week, Kristen Ryan has a timeshare unit for rent. 2 Bedrm., 2 bath that sleeps 6 at The Galleon Resort…unit has a pool view…cost is $1,400. for the week, Saturday, Nov. 23 to Sat., Nov. 30…call 336-202-4272 if you are interested. Note the price has been drastically slashed by $700.

KEY WEST FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCED….Dates will be Nov. 13 thru the 17. Fabulous events are being planned….Go to www.kwfilmfest.com for more info.

NIKKI MCCAUSLAND…Please keep Nikki in your thoughts and prayers as she deals with her illness. Better yet….please send her notes and cards of support to 521 Grinnell St., Key West, 33040….or call her at 305-296-6991…or e-mail her at nikkimcc521@aol.com. I know she would love to hear from you and know that you are supporting her. Know that it was wonderful to see Nikki out attending Fiona Molloy’s gig at McConnell’s Pub on Oct.

LUCY BURDETTE aka ROBERTA ISLEIB AUTHORS TWO BOOKS WITH ONE ON THE WAY ….. “Lucy” has written two books in the Key West Food Critic Mystery series… They are entitled, ‘An Appetite for Murder” and “Death in four Courses.” She got rave reviews for these books. To find out more go to www.lucyburdette.com. Lucy’s new book, “Topped Chef” is coming May 2013!!!!

NOVEL, “GAME ON”….Local author, Suzie Byrd penned a great new book….order it at Amazon or Kindle!!!!

TERRI WHITE WILL STAR IN “THE CRAZY ONES”….The fab Terri White, will be starring alongside Robin Williams in the new comedy TV Show, THE CRAZY ONES, which premiered on Sept. 26…. Will let you know when this enstallment will be presented. We are thrilled for Terri and Donna!

FREE DIVE IN MOVIE EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING….. Take advantage of this great chance to enjoy a classic movie for FREE at Ibis Bay Resort on N. Roosevelt Blvd. Free popcorn too….enjoy while adrift in the pool or poolside! Michael Shields offers this opportunity at a super venue!!!!

GRAND CAFÉ thru OCT.17 SPECIAL…..Once again, Maria Wever has 50% off on all food and drinks of all kinds. 11:30 am to 11 pm….all day long!!!! 314 Duval St.

SQUARE ONE 555 DEAL….Every day from 4 to 6 pm, Square One offers $5 drinks, $5 small plates at around 5 pm! For $5 you can get mixed drinks with premium liquors!

CONGRATS TO AUTHOR, RODNEY ROSS!!!!…..Dreamspinner Press novelist, Rodney Ross, and his book, The Cool Part of His Pillow, have been awarded Silver Medalist in the Fiction category of the 2013 Global eBook Awards. The novel also recently garnered 1st place in the 2013 Next GenerationIndie Book Awards, in the GLBT Fiction category! Both the paperback, at $17.99 and eBook at $6.99 of his book are available from Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, and the Dreamspinner Press website, and other bookstores nationwide!

BOTANICAL GARDEN HOSTS CUBA TRIP….Contact Caroline Cotton to find out the specific dates and itineraries for this humanitarian/ecological tour. Proceeds from the trip helps the KW Tropical Forest and Botanic Garden. E-mail Caroline at ecoed@kwbgs.org for information.

TIX ON SALE FOR “JERRY’S GIRLS”……This Jerry Herman production will be presented onstage at The Tennessee Williams Theatre on Dec. 22, but tickets are already on sale. Showtime is 7:30 pm…..This show will star Susan Powell, Susie Speidel, and Kristen Michelle….with Bobby Nesbitt, Eric Haley, JB McLendon, Chris Tanner, Rich Simone, Dean Walters, Nathan Gay and Paul Hayes. Directed by Cameron Murray and musical direction by Vincent Zito, this show will be a benefit for The Keys Chorale, The Emily Lowe Music Fund, and the Franko Richmond Scholarship Fund…Full Broadway orchestra…..Tix are $25 and $35…can be bought at www.keystix.com. Buy your tickets early! What a great way to celebrate during the Christmastime Holiday Season!!!!!

FIONA MOLLOY SEEKS ELDER OR CHILD CARE EMPLOYMENT…..My dear friend, Fiona Molloy, is not only a wonderful vocalist, musician, and friend….she is also a gifted caregiver and loves being “extra hands” for those in need. She is very experienced and comes highly recommended. If you are in need…or know of someone in need of this type of home care, please contact her at 262-490-5002 or e-mail her at DoireOne@aol.com. She is adept at giving injections, dispersing meds, and any other kind of health care needed.

TENNESSEE WILLIAMS CABARET TIX NOW ON SALE FOR BOBBY NESBITT, RANDY ROBERTS, MULLIGAN, HALEY & ROBINSON AND GORDON ROSS!!!!!!!!…..Tickets are now available to the public for the following shows…… “A TRIBUTE TO BOBBY SHORT AT CAFÉ CARLYLE” starring BOBBY NESBITT…Jan. 5 and 6 at 8 pm……PARADISE BIG BAND CONCERTS on Jan. 12 and Mar. 9….8 pm……IRISH COMEDY SHOW on Jan .31….RANDY ROBERTS VALENTINE SHOW on Feb. 10….”The MEN OUR MOTHERS LOVED!’ starring MICHAEL MULLIGAN, ERIC HALEY & MICHAEL ROBINSON…on March 22 & 23 at 8 pm. Tickets are also on sale now for the Gordon Ross Cabaret, ‘When I’m 64”….which is Monday, March 10th. For the best seats book these seats early…like NOW!!! Go to www.keystix.com or call 295-7676. I don’t want you to be disappointed!!!!!

TENNESSEE WILLIAMS MUSEUM…..Open daily Mon-Sat from 9 am to 5 pm…..and Sundays from noon to 5 pm. FREE to attend…self guided tours….Thanks to Dennis Beaver and Bert Whitt for establishing this wonderful tribute museum to Tennessee Williams who lived in Key West for many years!!!!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN DINING DEAL CONTINUES…This super restaurant at Beachside Marriott will continue its Early Bird Special prices. From 5 to 6:30 pm, every day, all entrees will be only $19.95. This deal is the best and the food is delish! Also, Tavern ‘N Town has Daily Happy Hour from 5 to 7 pm with all cocktails and drinks 2 for 1!!! And Live entertainment every night in the Lounge! Thanks Tavern ‘N Town for catering to the Locals in Key West! GET TNT LOCAL DISCOUNT CARD….Pick your Tavern ‘n Town Local Discount Card the next time you are there and use it for a free entrée dinner on your birthday!

OCEAN WELLNESS SPA OFFERS GREAT DEAL….Locals will get a 25% off all signature spa services, including massages, facials, body treatments, & ocean manicure and pedicure combos….Book your experience NOW….call 320-0500. Located at 829 Simonton St. Ample parking available! Go to www.oceanspakeywest.com for more information!

PRAYER CHAIN……Please continue to remember the following in your thoughts and prayers…..Peter Anderson….The Duecker Family….Tom Oosterhoudt…..Nancy Robinson … Boomer Crue…. Anthony….. Nancy Robinson…. Virgil Williams … Dee Dee Duecker …Nikki McCausland…….Jim Cameron …Barbara Nimesheim..….Dave & Jan Schmidt….AJ Woods…Karla Muir …Vincent Gregory … Curt Throlet …Bob Leiby…Sal Salinero… Richard Stephens …Richard Crooks……Dawn Jones …Sue Lima-Fitch…Tony Freese…Alan Ferguson…John Cee …Dick Jones …Jennifer O’Lear…Margaret Taylor…Perry Jones… Tony Martinez…Carol Schenk Stephen Elliot…Brent Ramer…Marion DePiero… Patrick Richards….Ann N….. Remember, there are many reasons that we pray, not just for curing illnesses. I do believe that when we all send prayers & good vibes to those in need…the many prayers mystically meet & surround those being prayed for. We are ONE HUMAN FAMILY, & we are in this thing called “Life” together…and we have power within us to help our fellow man. Bless you for remembering our loved ones!!’ Prayers work!!!

SOLO RESTAURANT HAPPY HOUR….Good things are meant to be shared….Solo Restaurant on Greene St. has a fab 4 to 7 pm Happy Hour…..Half off on appetizers, flatbreads, wines, martinis, beer, margaritas and all frozen drinks! Sound delish to me! Solo also has a daily $7 lunch special!!!!!

LOVE TO YOU….AND REMEMBER…..Everyone has something to teach!!!

Happy Halloween to all my readers!!!! I send love and best witches your way!!!

Lynda