MARCH INTO MARCH!!!!!

MARCH 2 THRU MARCH 6, etc. 2012, in KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!

WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE NEWS!!!!….The Waterfront Playhouse was on the Florida Home Page of www.broadwayworld.com. Go to that website, go to USA and a drop down will come up…click on Florida and there it is! Read below about the Waterfront Playhouse upcoming production of the musical soon to be presented! Read more below!!!!

GET TIX FOR THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE…OPENS ON MARCH 8TH… The Waterfront Playhouse will open this H-I-L-A-R-I-O-U-S Tony Award winning Broadway musical on Thurs. March 8th. It is the jubilant & touching story of a group of prepubescent overachievers, pitted against each other in the spelling challenge of a lifetime. Directed by the always amazing Danny Weathers, with musical direction by Michael Fauss, choreography by Penny Leto and costumes by Leigh Hooten…this is sure to be another SMASH HIT for the Waterfront Playhouse!!! How can it go wrong with a cast starring Gayla Morgan, Eric Cole, Joe McMurray, Marc Crow, Jessica Miano Kruel, Kennedy Pugh, Rebecca Green, and Justin Ahearn?Although the musical opens officially on March 8th, with an opening night after party sponsored by Kathy and Tom Cawley….SPELLING BEE will have 2 lower-priced preview nights on March 6 and 7. These preview nights have been sell outs, so you should reserve now! For tickets go to 294-5015 or go online to the Waterfront website at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org. There you can order tix including tix for the two preview nights and the Waterfront’s Friday night discounted tickets! Showtime is 8:00 PM….and runs Tues. thru Sat., until April 7th!!!!

KW FRINGE THEATER PRESENTS ‘DINNER’…March 2,3,4…..This delish satirical comedy opened on Fri., Feb. 24 and runs thru March 11….at The Woman’s Club on Duval St. Get tix at www.keystix.com or call 295-7676….or on the website at www.keywestfringe.org. The cast includes Vanessa McCaffrey, Tony Konrath, Tammy Shanley, Melody Moore, Ross Pipkin, Wayne Dapser and PJ King…and is directed by Peter King. This is “immersion” theater…up close & personal. Paige is throwing a dinner party for her husband, Lars & four friends to celebrate his latest book….she pays the waiter $25 thou in cash….the menu is terribly bizarre, each dish chosen to keep with her theme…. And she has stage-managed the event with great care. Come on a roller coaster ride with the guests to find out what dark surprise Paige has in store for her guests! Watch as these superficial guests self-destruct before your eyes, over a four-course meal. Tickets are $25. Next performance nights are..and March 9,10,11. Showtime is 7:30 PM!!!

WELCOME TO JOHN WILSON AND BILL HEISLER….These two delightful fellows…. big Bobby Nesbitt fans, are from Utica, IL…..It is always so great to run into them while they are in Key West! Looking forward to the timewhen you can stay lots longer!!!

GOD OF CARNAGE AT THE RED BARN… THRU MARCH 10…..This super hilarious play directed by the great Joy Hawkins and starring Mimi McDonald, Bob Bowersox, George Murphy and Annie Miner is wowing the crowds every night! Get your tickets by calling 296-9911 or go to www.redbarntheatre.com. The play is about two couple who meet to discuss an altercation that occurred between their sons. What starts off as a civil repartee, turns out to be a roller coaster of emotions expressed….and the parents start acting more like children then their children! It is a stitch! Congrats, Red Barn!

TIX ON SALE FOR RANDY ROBERTS SHOW…MARCH 5…..This show at Tennessee Williams Theatre is titled….. ‘THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT THREE”…and it is guaranteed to be super fantastic! Randy Roberts is the consummate entertainer, director & producer, and he has an amazing cast along with him….Starring will be Broadway Stars…..Brent Barrett (swoon)….George Dvorsky (drool)…Tony Award Winner, Debbie Gravitte (adorable!)…and Terri White (the great one!), just fresh from starring with Bernadette Peters in FOLLIES in NYC! It will be an extravaganza of song, dance, comedy, glitz, glamour, and MORE! Rev. Jim Rice is musical director with a great swingin’ band. All proceeds will benefit the Tennessee Williams Theatre. Showtime is 8 pm…Tix can be bought at www.keystix.com. Or call 295-7676. Trust me…you do NOT want to miss this show!

LAST 2 NIGHTS OT SEE PAT DAILEY..MARCH 2,3….This delightfully talented and hilarious singer/songwriter performs his final 2 nights at Sloppy Joe’s this weekend at 7:00 PM! Get there early if you want a good seat. A group of us went last week and had a blast. Another hint… the AC is turned up high, so take a sweater or jacket!!!!

HAPPY MARCH 2 BIRTHDAY TO….MIKE McCABE…HAL COSEC….AND RIC PALMER!!!!!

OPENINGS IN TERRI WHITE’S TAP CLASS…. STARTS ON MARCH 2…..Hey all you tappers out there! Broadway star, Teri White, is back in town for the month of March, and she will be teaching tap class at Body Zone South starting Fri., March 2 at Noon…..and then again on March 3 at 11 am! She will teach 6 classes in all till the end of March. Cost is $20. Rumor has it we may learn the very tap dance that Terri performed in FOLLIES! Call 292-2930 to sign up for class!!! Call to let them know you are planning to come! Dance with the Stars!!!!

KRISTIN LARKIN LOGERFO ART SHOW ON MARCH 2…..This ultra talented artist & actress, will be introducing her new exhibit, DISCOVERY, at The Studios of KW at 600 White St., on March 2! Kristin will present 35 oil & acrylic figurative pieces & landscapes. She “discovered” her talent in 1997 right here in Key West, where she was overcome by the gorgeous, cool and warm light embracing her. It was an exciting place and time of discovery about her innermost being. Her figures are of those she has discovered on her Key West journey. She is elated to return to Key West where she receives so much inspiration. Proceeds from the art sales will go to benefit The Studios at The historic Armory. Come & Discover the art works of the marvelous Kristin Larkin LoGerfo. This show is currated by Michael Philip.

KEY WEST ORCHID SOCIETY SHOW…MARCH 2 TO 4……This is a judged Orchid Show at the KW Garden Club at W. Martello Tower at Higgs Beach….Adults $10…..Member & Commercial sales, supplies, raffle and food! All welcome to come!

FISH FRY AT ST. MARY’S PARISH…. MARCH 2…..Every Friday in Lent the Knights of Columbus serve up a wow of an all-you-can-eat fish fry….fried or baked fish dinners from 5:30 to 7:30 PM…Price is $12 for adults and $6 for kiddies. Family rates available….All proceeds go to benefit the Mary Immaculate Star of the Sea School! In Sacred Heart Hall on Windsor Ln….all invited.

UPPER DUVAL ART STROLL…MARCH 2….Visit all the great galleries, shops, restaurant and stores open for your browsing and buying pleasure….Make sure you don’t miss Cocco & Salem, Joy, Frangipani, SoDu, Island Co-op, Cork & Stogie, Grand Vin, Lateda, etc. Read more below!

FRANGIPANI GALLERY ON MARCH 2…. You are invited to a reception for Jessica Wilson, fine silver & precious metal clay jewelry designer….6 to 9 pm…1102A Duval St.

5TH ANNUAL SODU GALLERY, FROM A WOMAN’S HAND SHOW ON MARCH 2….This is a juried competition of Fla. Keys women artists….opens with a reception from 6 to 9 pm…champagne & chocolates. SoDu is located at 1102B Duval St. WomanKind, will receive 25% of the sales from the show & the artists receive their full commission. Call 294-4004 for more info. WomanKind is a unique health care choice for women of all ages & economic situations.

PAUL COTTON AT SCHOONER WHARF ON MARCH 2….From Noon to 5 it’s Michael McCloud…..7 to Midnight, it’s PAUL COTTON of Paco Fame!!!! 9 to 1 am, it’s the magic of F.E.

AT THE GARDENS ON MARCH 2…..From 5:30 to 7:30 pm, it’s Michael Robinson at the piano in the cabaret.!!!! 526 Angela St.

LATEDA ON MARCH 2…..It’s Randy Roberts LIVE! At 9 pm in the Crystal Room….296-6706 for tix! Debra & Patrick are downstairs in the By Georg Bar at 9 pm!

SKIPPO & DIN ALLEN AT SALUTE ON MARCH 2….Appearing at Salute from 4:30 to 6:30 will be Skipper Kripitz and Dina Allen….Sunset, music, good food and drink….spells terrific!

THE BOAT SHOW:A MEMBER’S EXHIBIT….MARCH 2….Artwork in all media…Opening Reception from 5 to 7 pm in the Gato Bldg. at 1110 Simonton St. Refreshments & free parking…Some of the artists exhibiting will be Keith Bland, Mary Kay Clapp, Fran Decker, Jane Gilbert, Karen Leonard, Jon McIntosh, William Welch, David Harrison Wright, Judy & Stanley Zabar, just to name a few….This is part of the Art in Public Bldgs Program in Monroe County. The Boat Show will be on display in the Gato until March 27th.

LARRY SMITH AT PIER HOUSE ON MARCH 2 THRU MARCH 5…..Larry performs at 7 pm in The Wine Galley each night….On March 4, Larry will showcase the talents of Peppy Pabon at 9 PM. On March 5, it’s the Larry Smith Jazz Jam at 9 pm! One Duval St.

AT THE TROPIC..MARCH 2 THRU MARCH 8….Coming: “Addiction Incorporated”….Held Over: “Hugo”…”The Artist”…”The Iron Lady”…”The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo.” Leaving: “Bullhead.

LIBRARY BOOK SALE….MARCH 3….The Friends of the KW Library holds its fourth book sale of the season in the Palm Garden at 700 Fleming St….9:30 to 1 PM….most books are $1 or less and many new editions are under $3. Support our Library!

FLA KEYS DEMOCRATS 2012 VICTORY CAMPAIGN KICKOFF & CELEBRATION ON MARCH 3… This will take place at the home of Shirley Freeman & Harvey Server, 724 Eaton St. from 2 to 4 pm. Special guest speaker will be Senator Rod Smith, Chairman of the FLA Democratic Party. A FREE event for all interested in the re-election of Pres. Obama, Sen. Nelson , etc. Music, drinks, appetizers and exciting remarks by Chairman Smith. Contributions & pledges will be taken to help fund the 2012 co-ordinated campaign….hosted by Shirley & Harvey and Jon Allen & Martin Kay.

KW GARDEN CLUB GARDEN TOUR…MARCH 3 & 4….Five lovely Gardens will be featured…all centrally located in The Meadows…so close together they are easily biked or walked toTix are $20 and can be bought at the Garden club at W. Martello Tower or the MARC Plant store on Seminary, or at any of the homes on tour. Addresses are 1218 Angela…1305-7 Petronia…1400 Olivia…1317 Olivia….and 810 Eisenhower! Breathtaking! Call 294-4131 for more info!

ART SHOW AT SCHOONER WHARF ON MARCH 3…..All invited to this FREE open air art & music show…9 am until Late…..Art of all types will be exhibited and for sale….Music from 9 to 2 pm, it’s Michael McCloud & friends….2:30 to 6:30 pm, it’s the Doerfels…7 pm until Midnight, it’s PAUL COTTON Band….9 to 1 am, it’s the Magic of Frank Everhart!

GALLERY ON GREENE RECEPTION ON MARCH 3…..Artists, William Bradley, Priscilla Coote, Mike Rooney, and Karen Sheridan will be exhibiting their works of art from 5 to 8 pm at Gallery On Greene. All invited to the show, entitled, “Passion & Paradise.” 606 Greene St.

THE STUDIOS OF KW 5TH ANNUAL BIRTHDAY BASH….MARCH 3….This will be at 600 White St., from 4 to 7 PM….Tour the renovated cottages from 4 to 6…6 to 6:30 p,. plein air awards, fab art raffle drawing…great prizes by KW artists, like Debra Yates, Rick Worth, John Martini, Sherry sweet-Tewell and Pam Hobbs….Garden art show & sale…hula hooping, face painting and music! Free fun for the whole family!

CONCH FEST AT BAYVIEW ON MARCH 3….This 2nd annual event is from 11 am until 8 pm! This is sponsored by the Rotary Club as a fundraiser for their scholarship fund. Come & celebrate Conch Heritage…Conch Chowder cook off…great food, including conch fritters, conch salad, pork and other such traditional fare. Vendors will be selling arts & crafts…music all day long. Howard Livingston & the Mile Marker 24 Band take the stage at 6:30 to 8:00 pm! For more info go online to http://conchfestkeywest/com

FREE COMPUTER LESSONS AT LIBRARY…START MARCH 3….The KW Library is accepting registrations for its free beginner computer sessions that will be every Sat. morning in March…10 am….not formal classes but there to guide you as you learn. Call 292-3595 to sign up.

CONCH SHELL BLOWING CONTEST ON MARCH 3…..Noon at the Oldest House at 322 Duval St….The 50th annual contest…a KW tradition! Enter and win in various categories. Free and open to the public! 294-9501 for more info.

LATEDA ON MARCH 3RD…..It’s Christopher Peterson’s EYECONS show at 9 pm in the Crystal Room…call 296-6706 to reserve. Debra & Patrick perform in the By George Bar at 9 pm! WOW!

HAPPY MARCH 4TH BIRTHDAY TO……MARY JAN BONDESEN…SARA CLARK…LINDA SOLOMON …NICK BATTY!!!!

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BREAKFAST ON MARCH 4TH… This all you can eat breakfast is the best deal in town….only $8…..includes, eggs, grits, sausage, ham, biscuits, gravy, coffee, juice, donuts, pancakes…bread…you name it they have it….8 to Noon on the first Sunday of the month. Hope to see you there. ALL invited to attend!

IRON CHEF GALA BENEFIT FOR THE RED BARN ON MARCH 4…..This event will be held at the gorgeous home of John & Kay Behmke, 51 Front St., in the Truman Annex. 6 to 9 pm….. Wonderful Food by the Iron Chefs…..Great entertainment….Champagne tasting by Premier Beverage….Open Bar….Spectacular Sunset Silent Auction! $100 per person….RSVP by calling Juliet Gray at 296-9911.

AIDS BRUNCH BENEFIT AT CAFÉ SOLE ON MARCH 4….The 11th annual Sun. Brunch to benefit AIDS Help will begin at 11 am. Chef Correa and his wife, Judy are going all out for this delish brunch. The menu is divine. It also includes unlimited mimosas and bellinis. Music will be by Libby York and Bobby Nesbitt, from noon to 2 pm. Cost is $60 and all goes to AIDS Help. To reserve call Pam at 296-6196. Café Sole is located at 1029 Southard St.

CLASSICAL IMPROMPTU CONCERT ON MARCH 4…..This year’s rising star, pianist, CONRAD TAO, has been hailed “the most exciting prodigy to ever come my way,” by critic Harris Goldsmith …..4 pm at St. Paul’s Church….$20 at the door or at www.keystix.com.

JAZZ IN THE GARDENS HOTEL ON MARCH 4…..From 5 to 7:30 PM, it’s Skipper Kripitz & Friends! Cool jazz at 526 Angela St.!!!!

SUNDAY AT LATEDA…MARCH 4….At 4 pm, the Tea Dance Theme is “Blow a Conch” Tea….DJ is spinning the records….at 8:30 pm in the By George Bar, it’s Black & Skabuddah.

AT THE SCHOONER WHARF ON MARCH 4….Noon to 5 pm…it’s Michael McCloud…..6:30 to 11 pm, it’s Marty Stonely & Calypso Party…9 pm till 1 am it’s the magic of Frank Everhart.

HAPPY MARCH 5TH BIRTHDAY TO…..CAREY MOORE…TERESA WALLACE….NANCY SEIDEL.

HOWARD LIVINGSTON AT SMOKIN TUNA ON MARCH 5…..Howie will be performing at Smokin’ Tuna on Charles St. with J&J of Jimmy & The Parrots….1 to 3:00 pm!

CAFÉ SOLE WINE EVENT ON MARCH 5….Wine & Tapas served at Café Sole on Southard St. Chef Correa plans 6 wines and various complementary tapas to accompany the wines……Wines start at $5….Every Wednesday….Call 310-5880.

KW FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY LECTURE ON MARCH 5….Novelist Diana Abu-Jaber will discuss & read from her recent novel, “Birds of Paradise.” This is Free and open to the public. Starts at 6:00 pm and seating is on a first come first served basis.

GINGERBREAD SQUARE GALLERY RECEPTION ON MARCH 5….Artists Todd Bonita, Jane Washburn, and John Whitney will present their unique collections of paintings with a reception from 5:30 to 8:30 pm…continues until March 12…..1207 Duval St. 296-8900 for info.

DAVE BOOTLE MARCH 5,6,7…..Dave Bootle performs at 8:30 in the By George Bar all three nights!

AT SCHOONER WHARF ON MARCH 5….Noon to 5 pm, it’s Raven & Bubba…..7 to 11 pm, it’s the Real Malloys…9 to 1 am, it’s the magic of Frank Everhart.

LARRY SMITH JAZZ JAM ON MARCH 5….at 9 pm at The Pier House…all musicians are invited to join in the fun!….singers, too!

HAPPY MARCH 6TH BIRTHDAY TO…..DERRICK TRAYLOR…GREG GOTCHES….DEBBIE JOSIAH!!!

JIM SALEM ART EXHIBIT AND SHOW…MARCH 6TH….There will be an opening night reception to present artist JIM SALEM”S latest collection of paintings….”New Works”….Tues., 3/6 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM! This exhibit will be at the fabulous COCCO & SALEM IMAGINE ART” Gallery at 1111 Duval St. Call 292-0072 for more information.

PUBLIC MEETING ON THE ARTS ON MARCH 6…..All interested parties are invited to attend a public meeting about the KW Master Public Art Plan to make KW an “Island of the Arts.”….5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Gato Building, 1100 Simonton St. Sponsored by Michael shield, please RSVP to him if you can attend at javastudios@gmail.com or call 394-3804.

CHRISTOPHER PETERSON’S EYECONS SHOW AT LATEDA ON MARCH 6 & 9…..Call 296-6706 for tix to this always fabulous show in the Crystal Room…9 pm! Don’t miss it!!!!

AQUA IDOL BUSINESS GUILD ON MARCH 6….Starting at 6:30 pm, 14 singers begin the formal competition to raise money for The KW Business Guild! Good luck contestants! Great time and great fun for a great cause!!!

KEY CHEFS KW COOKING SERIES….STARTS ON TUES. MARCH 6….Each session includes 4 course meal with wine & champagne…$75 per session….On March 6 it is Chef John Correa’s cooking class from Café sole…5:30 to 7:30 pm at The KW Culinary School. At 2200 N Roosevelt Blvd….You MUST register…call Jennifer at 294-1943 for registration and more info. (Next week, March 13, teacher will be Chef Mike Mosi from Azur.)

VIRGILIOS ON MARCH 6TH….The Crizzbees return to Virgilio’s at 9 pm on March 6….features the great music of Skipper Kripitz, Chris Burchard, Rob DiStaci, and Bubba Lownotes. 9 PM!

SCHOONER WHARF ON MARCH 6……Noon to 5 pm…Michael McCloud…7 to 11 pm, Raven Cooper….and 9 to 1 am, it’s the magic of Frank Everhart.

BOBBY AND SKIPPER AT SALUTE ON MARCH 8TH……A great time at this HOT spot in town…at Higg’s Beach!!! 4:30 to 7:30 pm (an hour has been added to accommodate the huge crowds!)…Great music by this super duo….sunset…the beach…great food….and drink! The place to be!

JEFFREY CHAPPELL IN CONCERT ON MARCH 8…..This talented pianist will be the star of the final concert for the South Florida Symphony. 8 pm at Tennessee Williams Theatre….get tickets at www.keystix.com or go to 295-7676.

JIMMY OLSON PERFORMS AT SQUARE ONE ON MARCH 8…..Catch pianist, Jimmy Olson, who just loves playing the piano at this fab restaurant in town! 6:30 to 8 pm….If you would like to sing with Jimmy, please bring sheet music and Voila! You are accompanied!!!!

LIBBY YORK & BOBBY NESBITT, EXCITING EVES AT CAFÉ SOLE STARTING MARCH 9th ……. ..Libby AND Bobby have been a huge hit performing together at Café Sole Sunday brunches….Now they will be performing on Friday evenings, March 9, 16, and 30, from 9 to 11:00 PM! This is a great way to cap off an evening….A light menu will be offered for those who want to nosh a bit while enjoying the vino and the music! Great idea Chef John Correa!!!!!

GORDON ROSS CONCERT AT TENN. WMS. CABARET ON MARCH 9…..Gordon Ross, along with Skipper Kripitz, Eric Haley, Christine Naughton and Michael Robinson, invite you to a special eve of song and fun, on Fr., March 9 at 8:00 pm! Tix on sale now at www.keystix.com. Call 295-7676 to reserve….Gordon will also be celebrating his #60 birthday that night!

DARRELL SCOTT AT TSKW ON MARCH 9…..This Grammy nominated performer entertains at 8 pm at the Historic Armory, 600 White St. Tix are $25 in advance and $30 the day of the show. Go to www.keystix.com or call 295-7676 or 296-0458.

TENNIS ADULT ROUND ROBIN ON MARCH 11….This will be a fundraiser for Habitat For Humanity….$20 per person….All proceeds go directly to habitat…Snacks, drinks & prizes….9:00 am until Noon on Sun., March 11th, at 1800 Atlantic Blvd. Tennis Courts. Call 395-1035 to sign up, and to find out about the tennis programs offered by Nicole at Paradise Tennis!

FIONA MALLOY CONCERT CANCELLED FOR MARCH 17……All you folks who were so looking forward to Fiona’s St. Patty’s Day concert at TSKW….you will be disappointed to know that the show had to be cancelled. Fiona’s husband, Walter, will be undergoing open heart surgery and she must be by his side during this ordeal. We all certainly hope that once things get better, that Fiona Molloy will be back performing in Key West! She is just wonderful! Our prayers and thoughts are with Fiona and Walter during this challenging time!

KISS ME KATE ON MARCH 24 & 25…..This fabulous show will be presented by the POPS on 2 nights only at Tennessee Williams theatre at 7:30 PM….It is a concert version of this classic musical, with music & lyrics by Cole Porter. This show has a marvelous cast, starring, Susan Powell, Richard White…Eric Haley, Kyla Piscopinck, Eric Davis, Nathan Gay, JB MCClendon, Rich Simone…and featuring Bobby Nesbitt, Marjorie Paul-Shook, Bruce Moore, Randy Roberts and Jack Agnew. Directed by LeeRoy Reams, with musical direction by Maesto Vincent Zito…Choreographed by Penny Leto & Carolyn Cooper. Go to www.keystix.com of call 295-7676 for tickets. You do not want to miss this show!

CINDY LU AT AQUA EVERY 3RD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH…..Cindy Lu debuted at Aqua on Feb. 17….5 to 8 pm….Mark your calendars…her next night for performing at Happy Hour is on Friday, March 16th!

AT TAVERN ‘N TOWN THIS WEEK…..Mon. from 5:30 to 9:30 it’s Michael Thomas….Tues. from 5:30 to 9:30 pm, it’s Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas…Wed. from 5:30 to 9:30 it is either Rob DiStaci or Mike Emerson…Thurs. from 5:30 to 9:30 pm, it’s Carmen & Michael Thomas…On Fri. from 5:30 to 10:00 pm, it’s Mike Emerson…Sat., from 5:30 to 10:00 pm, it’s Bobby Nesbitt….and Sun. from 5:30 to 9:30 pm, it’s Rob DiStaci! Happy Hour is every day from 5 to 7 pm…all drinks…2 for 1… Special Tapas served on Tues. & Thurs…..Locals get a 10% discount always. The food and service are great…..super entertainment….this is fast becoming a Key West Favorite of everyone I know! Ric Palmer is the charming manager, and he is top drawer!

THE BUZZZ ON TV……Catch Those fab BUZZZ Babes every Tues. at 4pm at beautiful locations…..On Feb. 21, they will host the show at The Galleon on Front St…Taping is at 4 pm and all are invited. Catch it every Sat. & Sun. at 6:30 pm & Mon. at 7 pm on WEYW, Ch 87 and AT&TU-Verse Ch. 19….The Babes are Pamela Childs and Rhonda Florence!!!! For taping locations & dates go to The BUZZZ In the Keys on Facebook or call 295-6629.

FOR KEY WEST POPS…..The POPS is sponsoring a BIG BUCKS Raffle….The Grand Prize is $10,000….2nd is $3,000…and 3rd is $1,000….4th is $200 (5 winners in this category!) Tix are $100 each…Only 300 tix will be sold….Call 305-296-6059 to purchase….or you can buy from any POPS Board member….For more info go to www.keywestpops.org!!!!

SASSY RUNNING THE BOSTON MARATHON IN APRIL…..Sassy Tuttle, he of the fab Cosmos at Lateda…..is training for the 2012 Boston Marathon for April 16. He has joined Team in Training a fund-raising program for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, a charity that has a special place in his heart. To support Sassy in this great cause, Sassy will be collecting donations in any amount….you can go to http://pages.teamintraining.org/ma/boston12/sassyruns and donate easily online. He is accepting prayers and well-wishes so that he will make it across the finish line in one piece!

KEY WEST SINGING TELEGRAMS….Have a special occasion and you want something unique sent to that special someone? Birthday… Anniversary… Divorce… Promotion… bachelor/bachelorette… Milestone… or just for fun… Surprise & delight your family, or friend with a Singing Telegram! Choose from Queen Elizabeth, Charlie Chaplin, Vood-DooWanda…The Dude… Dominatrix…The Mail Lady… or Buxom Betty! Call Connie at 305-294-6813 for details and availability…..Rates start at only $75. By the way, I was recently at a fabulous party where Connie performed as Queen Elizabeth, and she was Fabulous! Everyone loved it! For something to make your party extra special Call CONNIE HURST!!!!!

JAZZ JAM AT THE GREEN PARROT….EVERY SUNDAY……This Jazz Jam will be from 1 to 4:30 pm, every Sunday during the season…..Musicians are Richard Crooks, Mike Emerson, and Tim McAlpine. You are asked to join in the jamming!

PRAYER CHAIN…… Please continue to keep the following in your thoughts and prayers ….Ed Block…. Atavia Lopez-Dor… Walter Lepperd….Pat West…Perry Jones….JT Thompson….Lynn Randolf…Dr. Sharon Ward….Nancy Stevens…..John C…..Will Stephens…..Rob O’Neal….….Dan Cocco…… Lee Garrison…..Sharon Gillis….Marion DePiero…Mary Anne McGiven…..Brent Ramer….Richard Crooks…Carol Schenk….Stephen Elliott….Claire Carroll…. Jennifer O’Lear….Nancy Robinson…Sally Lewis….Patrick Richards……two very dear special friends who choose to remain anonymous….Remember… Prayer changes things!!!! Let me know if anyone should be added to this list…a family member or a friend going through tough times. We really are all in this thing called ‘Life” together.

AT AQUA NIGHTCLUB THIS WEEK….. Dueling Bartenders is every Monday and it packs em in! Starts at 5:30 pm, and the Dueling Singers are Randy Thompson and either Gassy Winds or Goddess….in full drag! They are all super vocalists!!!! On Tuesdays it’s Aqua Idol at 6:30 PM!!! The dynamite Aquanettes Perform at 9 every night and an extra 11 pm show on Fri. & Sat. You do not want to miss the super entertainment at Aqua Lounge!!!!!!

LATIN DANCE PARTY AT BOTTLECAP…EVERY FRIDAY….with DJay, JC…Latin Music…9 PM….DJ Music starts at 10 PM! 1128 Simonton St.

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

Love to YOU……and Remember…..When bad things happen to you….keep the lesson, but throw away the experience!

Lynda