IT’S HOLY WEEK IN KEY WEST 

                MONDAY & TUESDAY 4/18 & 19,  2011, in KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!! 

 

PRAYER CHAIN…                                            Please keep the following in your special thoughts and prayers…….Richard Crooks….. George Poulin……Bill Larkin…..Carol Schenk….Nancy Stevens….Stephen Elliott….Rose Lopez….Claire Carroll…..Jennifer O’Lear……Nancy Robinson….Sally Lewis….Alan Ferguson …Richard Stephens…Anne Stevens…We are all in this together….We  ARE One Human Family!

TIX ON SALE FOR ‘THE NEW CENTURY’ AT THE WATERFRONT…..4/19-23…            This hilarious, outrageous comedy starring Danny Weathers, Rhett Kalman, Linda Bernhardt, Maggie Meier, and Annie Miner runs only thru April 23, at 8 pm. and is directed by Rich Simone!  Go to  HYPERLINK “http://www.waterfrontplayhouse.org” www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 294-5015 for tix.  You just HAVE to see this show! We were there for opening night and it was  non-stop laughing….Danny Weathers is so  hysterical, you will not want to miss his over the top performance!    Congrats to all the cast for a delightful time tonight!!!!!!  It  was a HOOT! The Waterfront Playhouse has delivered another unique and most enjoyable presentation to Key West!! 

THE VINTNER’S DINNER TONIGHT AT CASA MARINA….        WOW!  We were invited to be at this amazing evening of wine and food pairing and it was a night to remember!  Queen Anne O’Shea and her hubby , Brian Quattrini asked us to be at their table tonight, and we had a wonderful time!  We were at a table where my very fave wines in all the world were served, KING ESTATE VINEYARD WINES……Yes….each one was more amazing than the next and I thought I had died and gone to heaven….Bob, too!  I kept thinking, “There is a God!”  My fave wine is King Estate Pinot Gris….and they served that , but their red wines….and I am not a red wine lover….were fantabulous!!!!!  It was a wonderful evening  and all the money went to AIDS Help……a true night of the most delish food and splendid wines……does not get any better than this!    

CONGRATS TO THE HOLLENBACKS AND CONCH TV….                               Gail & Craig Hollenback 

of ConchTV have some great news to share…Congrats are in order!   Just go to…. 

 HYPERLINK “https://www.conchtv.com/conch-republic-media-group-press-release-01?rootcat=home” https://www.conchtv.com/conch-republic-media-group-press-release-01?rootcat=home and you will find out what everyone is excited about!  We share in their joy!!!!

 

HELP KEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL WITH OPERATION GRADUATION….               Thus far $5,000 has been collected for Operation Graduation for the senior class…an all night event providing a safe, alcohol & drug free celebration….a night of music, dancing, movies, games, fun and food. Everyone is asked to help, as it takes a great effort to make this happen.  However….it takes $20,000 for this event to be put on.  If the money isn’t raise the event will be cancelled.

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

 

MINI REVIEW ON TERRI WHITE’S APRIL 16^TH PERFORMANCE…….                    The wonderful Terri White returned to Key West to perform a special show for The Waterfront Playhouse!  She  presented this concert on The San Carlos Institute stage, to a rapt and adoring audience.  It was an amazing night  that those in attendance will long remember.  Every song was delivered beautifully  with great flair and joy.  In one song she would make you laugh, in another, she would bring you to tears.  It was personal, too, as she intertwined her life in showbiz, since she was 2 years old, with her various song choices.  She pulls you in and keeps you close to her heart all night long.  She sang so many show stoppers I could have given her a standing O after nearly every one.  We love Terri White and hope that she continues to come back time and time again to Key West, the town she and her partner in life, Donna Barnett, love so much.  I would be remiss if I did not mention Terri’s musical director, the sensational pianist, Bobby Peaco, from NYC.  We all had the pleasure of getting to know Terri and Bobby when they performed regularly at The KEYS Piano Bar (And hey folks, don’t we all really miss THE KEYS????)  These two fab performers have worked together many times, all thru NYC, most recently at Feinstein’s Cabaret… and they even made a CD together.  They are like two peas in a pod….a perfect duo!  The sad thing, is that they have to leave Key West!    Terri White, most recently performed on the Broadway stage in Finian’s Rainbow and Chicago, but she has been in many shows through the years.  Note that she is now in rehearsal for FOLLIES at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC, performing with the likes of Bernadette Peters, Elaine Paige, Regine, Linda Lavin, Ron Raines, a real who’s who of fab actors and singers.  Rumor has it that this show is quite the very Best that will ever be presented at The Kennedy Center.  (I’m thinking Broadway for the future!)  The Waterfront Playhouse was thrilled to have both Terri White and, earlier in the week, Howard Livingston, perform. 

 

PARAPROSDOKIAN SENTENCE FOR YOU…..        The early bird might get the worm, but the second mouse, gets the cheese!

 

JOSEPH LOWE PERFORMS FREE CONCERT AT ST. PAUL’S….. 4/18-22….           This concert is presented from Noon until 1:00 PM, every day during the week only.  FREE!!!!

 

LATEDA ON APRIL  18 & 19  ….                                   Dave Bootle performs in the By George Bar from 8:30 to Midnight……4/19, it’s Randy Roberts LIVE in the Crystal Room at 9 pm…call 296-6706 for reservations!  On 4/19, in the By George Bar at 8:30 pm, it’s Black & Skabuddah! 

 

BABY T AT THE BULL APRIL 18 & 21…..    This dynamo entertains at 10 PM on Mon. & Thurs!!!!                             

 

FISH FRY AT ST. MARY’S ,  FRIDAY….APRIL 22nd…                         The St. Mary’s Knights of 

Columbus serve this amazing all you can eat fish fry every Fri. during Lent and ALL are invited!  

Meal includes, fried or baked fish, fries, black beans & rice, cole slaw, Cuban bread, soft drinks, dessert, tea and water…for ONLY $10 adults & Kids $5.  Conch Fritters are available for $2 more… Time is 5 to 8 PM….All proceeds go to help the School!

 

TAVERN ‘N TOWN SCHEDULE….….APRIL 18 & 19 …..                    …….At BeachSide Marriott  in the Lounge…4/18, it’s Gordy Michael from 5 to 9 PM…..4/19, from 5 to 9 pm, it’s Carmen Rodriguez & Gordy Michael….2 for 1 cocktails for all from 5 to 7 pm….Special Tapas menu on Tues. & Thurs.

 

AT THE SCHOONER WHARF, APRIL 18 & 19….. ……               On 4/18, from noon until 5 pm, it’s Raven Cooper and Bubba Lownotes….On 4/19, from noon to 5 pm, it’s Michael McCloud…..On 4/19 from 7 to 11 pm, it’s Acme Acoustic Band.…..On 4/18 & 19, from 9 to 1 AM, it’s the Magic of Frank Everhart!

 

THE GARDENS HOTEL………                       The D’vine Wine Gallery is open from Wed. thru Sun. from 5 to 10 pm.  On Thurs., 4/21, it’s Cabaret Night with Bobby Nesbitt from 5:30 to 9 pm….and on Sunday from 5:30 to 8 pm, it’s Jazz Night….526 Angela St. 

 

AQUA NIGHTCLUB…..APRIL 18 & 19…..                    4/18 ….  It’s Dueling Bartenders from 5:30 to 8 pm….ad on Tuesday, at 6:30 PM, it’s Aqua Idol for KWAR Scholarship Fund for Seniors in High school….

 

DAVE BOOTLE…APRIL 18 thru the 24^th …….                         On 4/18, Dave performs at Lateda from 8:30 to Midnight…..April 22, he is at Aqua Nightclub from 4:30 to 7:30 PM…..On April 24, he is at Virgillio’s from 9:30 to 1:00 AM!!!!!  Dance with Dave!!!!!  

 

TICKETS FOR ONLY $20 TO BENEFIT FLA KEYS OUTREACH COALILTION….       GREAT Prize Package includes a million fab prizes…… to help the Women’s & Children’s programs…drawing held on 4/27.  Call 294-0304 for more info and complete prize package…..deadline is 4/26.  

 

SKIPPER & DIN AT SALUTE’S ON APRIL 22nd…..      Skipper Kripitz & Din Allen will perform  from 6 to 8 PM at the weekly sunset music series at Salute Restaurant at Higg’s Beach!!  

 

PUN OF THE WEEKEND….                            Most state laws don’t give thumbs up to hitchhikers! 

 

LIBBY YORK AND GORDY AT CAFÉ SOLE…APRIL 24….                       This great jazz duo will 

be performing their last Sunday Brunch at Café Sole from noon until 2 pm…. On Easter 

Sunday.  We stopped by yesterday after Palm Sunday Mass, and had a lovely time…a full house was on hand to enjoy delish food and great jazz.  Note that Libby will then be off to Gay Paree to sing at The Swan Bar & La Beliere in Montparnasse…then appearances in Michigan with the Chicago Jazz All Stars, and the Jazz Showcase in Chicago on Aug. 22.  And Gordy, will be leaving Key West for Oregon in June!  They will both be deeply missed.

 

PIER HOUSE MONDAY NIGHT JAZZ…APRIL 18^TH…..                     At 9 pm, join Larry Smith, along with Greg Sergo, and Tim McAlpine plus all musicians and singers are invited to join in the Jazz Jammin’.   Larry is in the Wine Galley every day starting at 7 pm. 

 

JIMMY OLSON AT SQUARE ONE ON APRIL  18….                        Jimmy will be at the piano at 

Square One  Restaurant from 6 to 8:30 PM on  Mon. evening!

 

TASTE OF KEY WEST ON APRIL 18^TH……       At the Truman Waterfront from 6 to 9 PM…..This event it HUGE…so get there early or buy your tix before the event.  More than 50 restaurants and 100 wineries represented.  This is a benefit for AIDS Help!  Admission is free….BUT food & wine tix cost $1 each…tastes range from $3 to $8.  Glasses sell for $6.  Arrive at 5 pm…gates open at 6 pm.  Advance tix with coupons for $25  includes 20 food and beverage tix plus

commemorative glass. Buy advance tix at Dennis Pharmacy, the Restaurant Store, Centennial Banks, First State Banks, AIDS Help office….. Check out the phone book for addresses.

 

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY PARTY APRIL 19….        All are invited to this Free party from 6 to 8 pm at the New York Pasta Garden Restaurant at 1075 Duval Square.  Appetizers will be served…..The focus will be on Community Contribution Tax Credit Program…and former sponsors will be recognized, and new ones will be targeted.  Call 294-9006 for info.

 

SLAVE SHIP LETTER LECTURE AT LIBRARY…APRIL 20…..                        A letter written aboard a slave ship and in the possession of The Mel Fisher Museum…written 10 yrs. after slaving was made illegal, in 1819, will be presented by Corey Malcom on 4/20 at the KW Library, 700 Fleming St., at 7 pm.    Many interesting facts have been discovered by this one letter….and you will find this both fascinating and informative.  Free for all attending on Wednesday!

 

LARRY SMITH VARIETY SHOW…APRIL 20….                     Larry performs live upstairs at The Hog’s Breath Saloon, 400 Front St. at 9 PM….a slew of super guest artists and entertainers.  Be a part of the audience……View online at  HYPERLINK “http://www.konkbroadcasting.com” www.konkbroadcasting.com. 

 

HOT TIN ROOF WINE & FOOD PAIRING APRIL 20….        This event is at 5:30 pm…6 courses at $39.  296-7701…book early! 

SHORT ATTENTION SPAN THEATRE AT THE RED BARN…APRIL 21…..           This newest Red Barn show opens on Tues., 4/21 and runs tru Sat., May 21.  Tix to opening night are $40 and $35 all other nights.  On Thrifty Thursdays call the box office and get 2 tix for $50. 296-9911.  This show presents an evening of short plays, some funny, some sad, some touching and even disturbing.  A great group of performers including Shakti Assouline, Bob Bowersox, Pony Charvet, Carolyn cooper, Mook J, Quincy Perkins, Erin McKenna, Chad Newman, Eli Pancamo, Randi Reams, and Joanie Sullivan.  You can also go to  HYPERLINK “http://www.redbarntheatre.com” www.redbarntheatre.com for tix.

 

WALK ON WHITE…APRIL 21…..             From 6 to 9 PM, it’s Walk On White, where all the galleries are open for browsing and buying….Read about some offerings below…… 

 

CAROLYN FULLER RECEPTION ON APRIL 21…..            Known as The Bottle Lady, the late artist, Carolyn Fuller will be remembered by a art exhibit and a reception at The Studios of Key West, 600 white St., on Thurs., April 21 during the Walk on White.  Carolyn Fuller who lived at Angela & Margaret Sts  designed an amazing wall was created out of bottles.  The exhibit will have many of her paintings and fascinating sculpture pieces, and the exhibit is actually happening right now, and will run through May 6^th.    The reception will be from 6 to 9 PM in the Main Hall.  The show will explore and present all phases of Fuller’s amazing life, spanning 70 years of work in various media.  A short film by Marky Pierson will be screened on the night of April 21.  Come and experience the very special Carolyn Fuller, a true Key West Legend! 

 

HARRISON GALLERY…APRIL 21…..                      You are invited to a reception at Harrison Gallery from 6 to 9 pm during the Walk on White….This is a group show with Vintage Kimonos and Live Music by Ben Harrison between 8 and 9 pm…..featuring Ben’s new CD, ‘Air Sunshine.’ 

 

COFFEE MILL DANCE STUDIO ON APRIL 21…..      During the Walk On White, do stop in at the Coffee Mill Dance Studio from 8:30 to 9:30 PM…..at 916 Pohalski, behind the Truman & White Chevron station…..There will be dance presentations by the KW Contemporary Dance Co…..FREE of charge…performances by Christine Marguerite, Mary Kay Lee, Leigh Pujado, Kim Schroeder, Vinnie Braguccia, Cricket DesMarais, Christa Henry Ahz, and the one & only Frenchie (Shawna Wynn).  Free wine too!!! 

 

KICK OFF PARTY & CONCH SHELL BLOWING CONTEST AT SCHOONER, 4/22…    This is the kick-off event of the annual conch Republic Indy Celebration….7 PM…All “BlowHards” invited to compete for prizes in various categories….6 winners in all….The Junkanoos (Caroline & Jerry Cash and Co.) will perform and march in a parade thru the Schooner Wharf from 7:30 to 8:30 PM.  The Doerfels will perform 7 PM until 1 AM….Call 292-3302for more info.

 

BIRDATHON 2011…APRIL 22& 23….     The Florida Keys Audubon Society presents Birdathon 2011…a team of birders has 24 hours to spot as many species of birds as possible. FKAS asks the public to pledge a monetary amount for each bird species spotted or an overall amount.  Tee shirts are awarded to pledges over $100.  Donations are crucial to the FKAS’s wildlife and habitat preservation efforts.  Pledge amounts should be sent to to FKAS, PO Box 1573, KW, 33041.  Bird watchers interested in joining the team should contact MS. Fran Ford at 296-5548.

 

KEY WEST AUTHOR’S BOOK FAIR….APRIL 23…..        This event returns on 4/23, from 10 am to 6 

pm in the Gardens at the Oldest House, 322 Duval St.  Authors selling their own books, register 

by April 21….    Writers must register in advance…..For more info call Sheri Lohr at 292-5762…Free to attend for all…..Book signings, Readings, Complimentary refreshments, brillian literary conversation!!!!!

 

MIGRATION MANIA…..APRIL 23^RD….      On Sat., 4/23, from 10 am to 2 pm, Migration Mania begins with The Great Egg Hunt…….there will be birding egg hunts for kiddies, seminars, live shows, bird crafts, games, contests, a bounce house and more.  On Sat. April 30, from 10 am to 2 pm, Migration Mania continues with the Great Butterfly Bonanza Theme…a butterfly release, butterfly walk, lifecycle station, movie, puppet show, crafts, games, bounce house and costume contest.  Call 849-8733 if you are interested in volunteering or have questions…or e-mail heidiseidel@hotmail,com.            

 

GREEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDE FOR 2 EVENTS…..           GLEE (Green Living & Energy Educ.) needs volunteers for 1) the Nutritious & Delicious Finger Food Cook-Off set for 5 to 8 pm April 22 at the BottleCap…call 923-1994 to volunteer… 2)and for the GLEE Annual Meeting & Green Living Awards Ceremony from 4 to 7 pm on May 7 at the Botanic Gardens…e-mail   ahiggins@tnc.org.                 

 

BUY A BRICK AT POINCIANA ROYALE…..           This new 50 unit housing complex from AIDS Help will soon be opening.  For only $50 per 4 X 8 brick, you can inscribe your own name, commemorate a significant life event….or honor the memory of another on the brick pathway.  To place an order access  HYPERLINK “http://www.AIDSHelp.cc” www.AIDSHelp.cc.  For more info call Rodney Ross at 292-3671.

 

HAPPY APRIL 18^th BIRTHDAY TO……         former owner of The Keys Piano Bar, CHIP ALLEN.  

HAPPY APRIL 19^TH BIRTHDAY TO……         fabulous Key West Artist  & owner of Cocco & Salem Gallery, JIM SALEM……..and to singing Realtor, WALTER SCHMIDA.

 

HAPPY  53^rd WEDDING ANNIVERSARY to special friends, BETH & JOE PIZZO, ON APRIL 19^TH!

 

Love to YOU…and Remember…                Believe you must take your chance.  Act boldly and unseen forces will come to your aid.                                  

Lynda