MAY 15 THRU MAY 22, 2023…IN KEY WEST WITH LYNDA 

MONDAY, MAY 15, 2023 
HAPPY MAY 15  BIRTHDAY TO….GAYLA MORGAN…MANDY MILES….TROY ROHRBAUGH ….BOB GRIES… JACK D’EMILLIO….ANDY McCLENDON…. KRISTINE HUBBARD…. JIM BORCHIK …ELIZABETH GIOIA … MICHAEL CHASE …. DAVID BERRISH….BRYCE CARMICHAEL…. (Please remember Ruth Cottrell and Frank Galeana today.)

NEWS ABOUT TAVERN N’ TOWN….For an indefinite time, the indoor Tavern N’ Town is closed down as the Kitchen is going through a completer renovation.  The musical entertainment WILL continue at the OUTDOOR restaurant, THE CHICKEN WALK across the way from T n T, by the pool (GREAT VIEWS!!!)  Performing time will be from 5 to 8:00 pm nightly instead of 5-9.   I will list CHICKEN WALK instead of Tavern n Town for the time being.  The same fabulous entertainers will be there for your enjoyment.  The restaurant has great food and is a much more casual dining experience than T n T.  At this point I do not know if the Tapas at the outdoor bar will be available or the two for one drinks from 5 to 7 pm.  Stay tuned! We shall soon find out!!!!! 

CHICKEN WALK RESTAURANT AT THE MARRIOTT…MAY 15,22,29… Rob Distasi performs from 5 to 8 pm. 

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

KARI WOLF, MAY 15… At Sloppy Joe’s with preacher Pete, 5:30-9:30 pm…
KARI WOLF, MAY 15… AT Irish Kevin’s at 10 pm….

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

UPDATE ON LONNIE HENSLEY…. I just got word that Lonnie is scheduled to have cranial surgery to replace his skull on this Thursday, May 18.  He will go from Encompass where he has been, to Jackson Hospital for the surgery.  It is unknown where he will be sent after recovery.  Prayers requested, thank you.   (Scroll down to Read more about Lonnie.) 

THE STUDIOS PRESENTS ‘THE CONCH SHIP’..MAY 15-20….This is a unique and multi-day event with special events happening each day….The Studios will attempt the impossible…. to capture the island’s state of mind under a week as a live performance event.  Everyone is invited to attend and participate.  Mon., May 15 from 6-7:30 there is free Town Hall Conversation..an input session where snacks are served and all are asked to share their thoughts, dreams and fears for Key West.  MAY 16-20 is Building Week… when those ideas are creatively transformed into The Conch Ship. Volunteers are asked to drop in  and help make the building magic happen……spend as much time as you like…no matter your skills… all levels welcome.  On MAY 20….6 to 7:30 pm….”The Conch Shi:….A Community Powered Art Event” will be presented….All can experience the fruits of what happened all week long…food & drink served..all can talk and discuss…Tix for the final event are $10 and 100% of proceeds go to the SOS Food Pantry.  AL events occur at 533 Eaton St.  Get tix for May 20 event at www.tskw.org.  Or call 305-296-0458 for details and tix.  

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

SCHOONER WHARF….MAY 22, 29….Raven Cooper 12- 5 pm…Joe the Show, 7-11 pm.   

***ANNUAL 37th QUEEN MOTHER PAGEANT, MAY 15…. New venue… Key West Theater… 512 Eaton St…doors open at 7 pm… show is at 8 pm….Benefits the MCC Cooking with Love Program….. Tix at 305-985-0433…CHRISTOPHER PETERSON IS THE HOST WITH THE MOST!!!!  Directed by Ralph Graham….This is a KW Classic Event… Many of the former Queen Mothers come to town… it is great fun.  I know former Queen Mom, Randy Thompson will be there and performing as only he can!  (Produced by John Ma Evans.)

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

MY NEPHEW & GODSON FRED STEVENS…. Thank you to all who have been reaching out to our Fred.  Your prayerful support, your cards, texts, emails and prayers are truly helping as he slowly improves a bit every single day.  Suffering from a rare and complicated illness, Guillain Barre Syndrome, Fred is upbeat and positive and your encouragement has been so helpful.   If you can, reach out to him  (whether or not you know him) and let him know you are keeping him in your thoughts and prayers at this time.  His text numbers are 216-848-2762 or 440-527-1234.  His email is fstevens68@aol.com.  For those who choose to send a card of support, his address is 2752 Horseshoe Blvd., Westlake, OH 44145.  Thanks to all who have already reached out.  Fred’s wife Judi said that the messages of support have been overwhelming and have had a healing effect.  Keep those prayers coming.

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

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

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

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

AQUA NIGHTCLUB….. The rumors are true… The Aqua Nightclub Complex has been sold.  I hear the names of the new owners are John and Michael Barnett. Congratulations…. and we wish them only the best in operating this marvelous Key West Establishment!!!!!  Michael Ingram will be missed be he assures me Aqua is in excellent hands!!!!  

AQUA IDOL CONTESTANTS UPDATE…. For eight weeks we packed Aqua Nightclub with wonderful shows.. starting with 17 Contestants on Feb. 20 until April 10 when at the Finale 6 Remained.  In case you are wondering what our contestants are up to…. I thought I might fill you in. Dominic Paollilo has been cast in two shows at The Waterfront Playhouse next season. Mariah Woessner and Aqua Idol, Jessica Miano Kruel (right now Jessica is touring Europe) have also been cast.  Mariah is also doing the music and sound tech weekly at Bobby’s Monkey Bar.  Iain Wilcox has been on the Red Barn Stage and has just finished starring in Mean Girls at the High School.  Jessica Wachs has had a number of terrific gigs around town and we were at The Little Room Jazz Club last Thursday, where she blew the roof off the place with her great big voice!  She also still conducts her Vocal Coaching classes and is helping good singers sound better!  Puddin’ Taine is still performing nightly at the 801!  Kelsey Elliott has opted to remain in Key West indefinitely and she is hoping to be cast in shows around Key West… and there is no doubt she will become a real star.  Ray West is currently in Arsenic & Old Lace and writes his weekly column for Key West Weekly publication.  We are sure to  see him on lots of stages next season!  Tennessee Richard Carraway is a member of the Island Boys and they perform at many venues all around town.  Samuel Costilow is an integral member of the group 3 SUM at Lateda…. you can see him there from 8 to 11+ Thursday thru Monday each week. What a wonderful and multi-talented group of singers they all are!!!

FOLLOW THE RABBIT BAR OPENS….. Aqua Idol Finalist, Jordan Upchurch is a big part of Key West’s newest Speakeasy Bar, Follow the Rabbit working on PR.  It is a burlesque experience focusing on high end craft cocktails and a unique audience experience… Terrific performers but  lots is ‘hush hush’, which adds to the mystique and allure…… makes for an intriguing evening for sure…Get tix in advance at www.followtherabbitbar.com.   The secret venue is hidden in Old Town.  You get the password and address 24 hours prior to your visit.   

LAURIE THIBAUD… Aqua Idol emcee just had a very serious accident riding her scooter last night.  She incurred  multiple contusions and  broken bones on both ankles.  Surgery is imminent.  Prayer are requested.  Please send Laurie good vibes and if you can send her a text at 305-600-6537.  You can send her cards of support to: Laurie Thibaud…c/o 914 Packer St., #1 Key West, FL 33040.  Hearing from friends is very healing.  God bless Bernadette Restivo for her TLC!!!!

A PUN or LEXOPHILE FOR YOU….I’m reading a book about anti-gravity….I can’t put it down!
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TUESDAY. MAY 16…2023

HAPPY MAY 16 BIRTHDAY TO….JESSICA DEVEREAUX….JEREMIAH TAYLOR… BILL RYAN JR. … SANDY WALTERS… DEB HUDSON … CAROLYN DALY … NADINE SWANK …(Please remember…. Barbara Vernovage … Marilyn Holderfield … Bob Ward … Marlene Hummel… Jim Kosciewicz …Lynda Hambright… Eric Weinberger.)  HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO …. ED & MELISSA GOINES TAUSCHE …)
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CHICKEN WALK AT THE MARRIOTT.. ….  MAY  16, 23, 30…. Carmen Rodriguez and James King 5-8pm.
 
LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB…MAY  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….TUESDAY, MAY 16….Skipper and THE Starwater Orchestra.  with RB Tolar and Joe Dallas……a talented group of musical entertainers….

FREE AND ALL INVITED…. SUNSET JAZZ AT THE SUNSET CELEBRATION AT MALLORY SQUARE… MAY 16…The Key West High School Band will perform two sets at 6:15- 7 pm  and at 7:15 to 8 pm. 

AT SCHOONER WHARF…. MAY 16 & 30…..Gary Hempsey, Noon to 5 pm!!!  7-11 pm, ..Jess  Wagner……MAY 23….Gary Hempsey. noon to 5 adn Tom Taylor from 7-11 pm.  

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

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

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

MISS ISLAND QUEEN ON MAY 23….. A Drag Extravaganza….at KW Theater… 5:30 opens…show at 6 pm….Features pro drag coaches and amateur local celebrities… Featuring Sushi, Casey Arnold, Elle Taylor, Dorian Patton, Q Mitch, DJ Sanaris, Jessica Devereaux, Blue Diamond, Tom Dustin, Puddin’ Taine, Beth Moyes, etc.  Talent and Fun will prevail….  Reserve Tables at 305-296-0240… or go to the www.thekeywesttheater.com web site.  Benefits Samuel House in Key West.  For tix go to https://weblink.donorperfect.com/MissIslandQueen2023.  

REAL MEN DO DRAG… JUNE 6…. At Aqua Nightclub, 711 Duval St… 6-8 pm… Host is Laurie Thibaud….For info go to www.bit.ly/realmendodrag2023.  

KARI & JACK WOLF LOVE DUO, MAY 16, 23, 30……Mangoes from 8 – 11 pm. 

MAGGIE MCCOLLESTER…..Maggie recently graced the Waterfront stage with a “Maggie-nificent” performance in THREE TALL WOMEN.  She is back in LA and recently sent me a video she made of a short horror- sci-fi film that is excellent.  It is only 15 minutes, and if you can view it on YouTube I think you will find it as compelling as I did.  OMELETO is the Company I believe…. The title of the film is KILLING TIME.  So go to YouTube and check it out.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 17, 2023

HAPPY MAY 17 BIRTHDAY TO ….SUSAN WEEKLEY … KENNY FRADLEY … DONNA DE FORREST…. IRIE MONTE … JOEL NARLOCK… TALITHA JONES … (Please remember Martin White.)  HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO… RON & GEORGINE STADNIK,

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB….WEDNESDAY MAY 10 AT 5:30-7:30… Paul Warthen  at the Piano … . AT 8 PM… CORDLESS  with Joe Dallas & His Ensemble of musicians including Skipper Kripitz  and Mark Rose and other fab local artists…

SCHOONER WHARF….My  17, 24, 31…. Tony Baltimore from noon to 5 pm…Raven Cooper from 7 to 11 pm.

KARI WOLF AT IRISH KEVIN’S MAY 17…. 2:30- 6 pm.

CHICKEN WALK AT THE MARRIOTT ….WED.MAY 17,24,31……5 to 8 PM….  it’s Mike Emerson….

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE ON PRESENTING ANOTHER FABULOUS NOT-TO-MISS SHOW!!!!!  
*****”ARSENIC & OLD LACE” TILL MAY 27…. AT Waterfront Playhouse… 8 pm ….Get tix Now at www,waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015… Matinee is at 2 pm on May 20 … Thursdays are ….date nights….We saw this most delightful comedy on Opening Night and LOVED IT!  Spectacular set design by Michael Boyer… Brilliant direction by Tom Thayer… and a perfect cast…..Gerri Louise Gates and Peggy Montgomery …along with Carolyn Cooper, Mathias Maloff,  Steve Miller, John DiMicco, Zach Franchini, Richard Titus, Karl Stahl, Ray West, Wayne Dapser, Donna Stabile, and John Swann.  It is time to see a wonderful real old fashioned, great fun play…. and just enjoy!!!!!  Theater in Key West at its best!

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

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

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

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

AT THE GARDENS HOTEL.. WEDNESDAYS.MAY 10…….Belle Jampol entertains from 5 to 7 pm at The Gardens…
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THURSDAY, MAY 18, 2023

HAPPY MAY 18 BIRTHDAY TO…STEVE GURMIN…. JUSTIN AHEARN…. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO… LYLE & C. MILLER.
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FARMER’S MARKET… THURSDAY……2 to 7 pm every Thursday….. … Produce, beverages, music, seafood, apparel, cheeses,  gifts, art, books, etc…. fun….AT  Truman Waterfront.

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB……..THURSDAY..5:30-7:30, The Kenny & George Duo … … Entertainment at 8 pm with Skipper Kripitz and CORDLESS..with Mike emerson, Jeff Dalton and mark Rose.!!!! Music at its best.. 821 Duval St. 

SCHOONER WHARF, MAY 18, 25  ….Noon to 5 pm…. Andy Wescott… 7 – 11 pm… Rolando Rojas….

MARJORY LEE PERFORMS… MAY 18, 25, JUNE 1,8,15, 22,29….At Sunset Pier from 1-4 pm.

KARI WOLF ON MAY 18….Performs at Sloppy Joe’s 5:30-9:30 pm….                      KARI WOLF, MAY 18 AT 10:30 PM… At Irish Kevin’s!!!

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

CHICKEN WALK AT THE MARRIOTT, MAY 18, 25, JUNE 1, 8, 15….. Carmen Rodriguez performs with James King from 5-8 PM.

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.   

THEATER IS ALIVE & THRIVING IN KEY WEST…. SUPPORT LOCAL THEATER!!!
***”ARSENIC & OLD LACE” GRAND AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE, MAY 18…..8 pm… This Classic Comedy will have you rolling in the aisles…. Get tix NOW at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015.   Super Direction by Tom Thayer and Amazing set design by Michael Boyer…Stars some of Key West’s BEST….. Gerri Louise Gates, Peggy Montgomery, Steve Miller, Ray West, Wayne Dapser, Carolyn Cooper, Mathias Maloff, Andrew Theede, Zachary Franchini, Donna Stabile, Karl Stahl, Richard Tilus, John DeMicco, and John Swann…  This show runs through May 27,   

FRINGE PRESENTS “THE GULF”… 5:30 PM At The Armory, 600 White St…. JUNE  1-3 and JUNE 7 & 8.  Google FRINGE Theater for more info and details. Stars Jillian Todd and  Sarah Goodwin…. both wonderful!

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

***WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE 2023 SEASON SHINES!!! …..ON MAY 11-27 WILL BE…. The beloved comedy, “ARSENIC AND OLD LACE”   ….. During Pride Week, on June 7-10, will be HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH, starring the talented, PHILLIP COLE WHITE. 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.   NEXT SEASON HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED AND IT IS ANOTHER STELLAR SEASON!!!!

MICHAEL PHILIP PRESENTS A WORKSHOP… Subject is ‘Aging Smart Awareness’ which address living at your full potential, maintaining your quality of life as you age, regardless of your physical condition.  It is science based, interactive and educational.  If interested to hear more about this contact Michael Philip at 305-296-7977 or go to the website, www.https://agingsmartawareness.com.  I have heard great feedback on this workshop.

THANKFUL ON THURSDAY….I am grateful for many things and mostly for so many people who have touched my life in unique and special ways of  late..Sally Stevens and Rob Zadkovich…. Rob Frechette….Michael McCabe…Bobby Nesbitt …….Jack Agnew …. Kate Regan & Ken Silverman…. Robert Spottswood….Amy Bondurant & David Dunn … Paul & Pam Vereb….Alison Teal ….Melissa Lang..Paul & Pam Vereb …..Mike Emerson ….Ed Stevens Sr….Karen Lane… .Dave Bootle …Destiny Montgomery ….All those praying for those in need ….Bill Melchior and Rena Caruso….Kate Miano … Gayla Morgan …. Jessica Miano-Kruel ……Louise Ganley ……ever true blue Bru (Moore) ….. Mark Buczak….Melissa Hudak …Gayla Morgan …..Kristin LoGerfo and Peter Glicklich   … Norma Wiebe. …. Maggie McCollester …..Sharon Santry ….Gail Leder …..Greg Collins…..Joanie Sullivan …. Destiny Montgomery …. …Sandy Higgs & Ed Swift….Bernadette Restivo …..Dee & Tom Rybicki…. Ed Stevens Jr…. Claire Melter …….Jerry Galeana …. Jon Hernandez …Fran & Ron Chmura….Amy Stevens …Betsy Campbell …. Sue Capinjola ….Penny Leto …Pat Creed Smith …… Fred Greenberg & June Hudson …. Johnny & Maribell Maschal …..Judy Blume ….Chris Elwell …Isabel Stevens …..Fr. John Baker ….Judi Stevens….Jordan Brock …Marilyn & John Rintamaki…. Anne Stevens …..Danny Genica at Azur… Mike Benner…. Mary Ellen & Clayton Beattie …..  Jeffrey Ware……. Jennifer and Carmella at Old Town Tavern ….Nand Pandey …… Tom Thayer ……Michael Boyer …. Susanne Woods…the cast of Arsenic & Old Lace…. Martha Robinson …Marita Zito Kaufman…. ..Chris & Sharon Santry …George Fernandez…Gary & Tom Groetz …and MOST of all my dearest husband BOB!!!!
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FRIDAY, MAY 19 2023…..

HAPPY MAY 19 BIRTHDAY TO….NOREEN COLLINS….GERRI LOUISE GATES… MICHAEL BENNER … VANESSA McCAFFREY… JEAN FUCILLO… SHIRRELL RHOADES…LEONARD STEVENS …. JOE LYLES….FR. GERALD TURNER … TINA FLOWERS PACE ….DON PINGSTON …SHIRLEE EZMIRLY…. (Please remember Carol Hines….and Louise Harding.)…HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…NATE & CHRISINE WASHBURN.
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THE GARDENS HOTEL EVERY FRIDAY… MAY 19…Gregory James entertains .In the Atrium…. From 5 to 7 pm, …  526 Angela St. (could change weekly) 

“ARSENIC AND OLD LACE” ON FRI., MAY 19 AND SAT MAY 20… Runs through May 27 at The Waterfront Playhouse!   Get tix at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015.  DO NOT MISS!!!!  A really Delightful eve at the Theater! MAY 20 IS A MATINEE!!!!

***TERRI WHITE PERFORMS ON 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.

CHICKEN WALK RESTAURANT AT THE MARRIOTT …MAY 19, Larry Smith  entertains from 5 to 8 pm!!!! MAY 26 & JUNE 2… Mike Emerson entertains from 5-8 pm.

AN EVE OFMUSIC & SUNSET CELEBRATION, MAY 19….Commemorate the 200th Anniversary of our great Monroe County…Setting is the Old Seven Mile Bridge ..enjoy the Keys Sunset while listening to great music by the 79th Street Band. Enjoy dancing on the Bridge…. and savor delish apps from Marathon High School’s culinary class…  US Navy will host a flyover at 7 pm…OPEN AND FREE TO ALL ….FREE PARKING with Pigeon Key’s Trolley available from the City of Marathon 7 Mile Bridge Marina and Monroe County Transit from 33rd St Stanley Switlik School parking lot….NO parking on the Bridge.   

SCHOONER WHARF….. MAY 19… TBD from noon to 5 pm….Marshall Morlock  Band,  7-11:30

MARJORY LEE PERFORMS MAY 19, 26, JUNE 2, 9,16….at Tipsy Rooster at 1325 Simonton St.

KARI WOLF ON MAY 19…. AT SLOPPY JOE’S….5:30-9:30 pm…with Preacher Pete.

****DANCE WORKS 20!…MAY 19 AND 20…7:30 PM…. at Tennessee Williams Theatre…See all the aspiring dancers of all ages perform…..From CoffeeMill Dance Co.  Get tix at www.keystix.com. Congrats to PENNY LETO on 40 wonderful years.  Thanks for her unending dedication to our young dancers and performers!  

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB…..FRIDAY..MAY 19….  LITTLE ROOM, MAY 12….8 PM….with Larry Baeder, Skipper Kripitz and Jeff Dalton! 8 TO 11 PM….  821 Duval St.  At 5:30-7:30, Mike Dennis at the piano. …… 

*VIVA SALOON.. FRIDAY, MAY 19… SKIPPO WITH DOCKSIDE DARREN.!!!! 8 PM…….. Jazz Music every weekend.  903 Duval St…. 7 :00 PM.
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SATURDAY, MAY 20, 2023

HAPPY MAY 20 BIRTHDAY TO…JOE MCMURRAY…. DIANE BRADY RHOADES… MONICA DENK …. TONY ROBERTS…RONALD CHMURA….. (Please remember…. Tom Ratcliffe…Andy Ashmore…. Fr. John Weigand.)  HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO … KELLY & MINGO CASTELLANOS… AND… SUE & MINOO BILLIMORIA.
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SCHOONER WHARF, MAY 20.. Nick Brown from 10 AM to 5 pm….Marshall Morlock Band from 7 to 11 pm. MAY 27…. noon to 5..TBD… Rolando Rojas Band from 7 to 11 pm.  

*****”ARSENIC AND OLD LACE”… AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE  MAY 20…. There is a Matinee on May 20 and an evening show….You do not want to miss this hilarious and delightful comedy at The Waterfront Playhouse!!!!  Get tix now at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org…or call 305-294-5015.  Runs Tuesday through Saturday at 8 pm.   Closes on May 27… DO NOT MISS!!!!

LITTLE ROOM ON SATURDAY….. 5:30-7:30 pm..Pianist, Malathi featuring the great Denis Hyland….8 PM  Great Jazz with Seth Kessel and Friends, 821 Duval St.

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER SERIES ON MAY 20….Curator of the Custom House & KW Art & Historical Society, Cori Convertito will present REMEMBER THE MAINE: 125th ANNIVERSARY OF THE SINKING…..6-7 pm at The Tropic cinema at 416 Eaton St.  To reserve go to kwahs.org/upcoming-events… $12 FOR MEMBERS AND $15 FOR NON MEMBERS.

VIVA SALOON….. MAY 20…. 8 -11 pm….Skipper Kripitz as and the ethereal Jillian Todd performing…..   

CHICKEN WALK AT THE MARRIOTT…SAT, MAY  20…from 5-9 pm.. Mike Emerson  from 5-8 pm. MAY 27, JUNE 3, 10…. Larry Smith entertains from 5-8 pm.   

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

THE GARDENS HOTEL…EVERY SATURDAY…MAY 20, 27 ……..From 5 to 7 pm, Bobby Green entertains in the Atrium at The Gardens.  Always FREE to attend. 

PRIDE FOLLIES ON MAY 20…. At Key West Theater…. 512 Eaton St… Get tix at www.thekeywesttheater.com.  Produced by The Key West Business Guild… Host is Queen Destiny Montgomery.  A wonderful Cast of colorful entertainers will wow you all evening!  8 pm.  Guaranteed to have a great time!!!!!  Among those performing are… Joe Tripp…Vicky Rowden …Gwen Filosa… Jim Speake … Nick Mazza … Terri White… Larry Smith … Joanie Sullivan…. Alan Rucker … Kevin Assam… Jessica Devereaux… John Hadfield… Jordan Sommer… Karen Blackwell …The Barbershop Group….

NATIVE PLANT SALE..MAY 20….9 am to Noon…. Master gardener will be on hand to answer questions. Over 160 plant species available, including tomatoes and Cuban palms….  Members get 15% off.  5210 College Rd.  … 

PRIDE FEST STREET FAIR, JUNE 10…. 10 to 5 pm….. on Duval St. 
PRIDE FEST DISCO STREET PARTY…JUNE 10 following the Fair…. 5 to 8 pm… 700 block of Duval St. (Check the Pride Fest website to find complete June schedule.)
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SUNDAY, MAY 21, 2023

HAPPY MAY 21 BIRTHDAY TO…MAJ JOHNSON … MARTA WHITE … BILL VERGE … EUGENE KNUDSON …. SETH HOLDEN …JAVIER GARRIDO… STEVE WARNER JR. … (Please remember the wonderful Bill Welch today!)
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KARI WOLF AT WILLIE T’S MAY 21…. 2:30- 5:30 PM….

SUNDAYS AT MANGOES, MAY 21, 28,.. 8- 11 PM…. It’s the fabulous WOLF LOVE BAND with adorbs married duo, Kari (Daily) and Jack Wolf…they make beautiful music together.

SUMMER MINI MARKET…. MARCH 21… KW Artisan Mkt. is partnering with VFW Post 3911, 2200 N. Roosevelt Blvd….features produce, bakery, seafood, local artists from 10 am to 2 pm.  

JAZZ AT THE GARDENS….SUNDAY..MAY 21… 5-7:30 PM.. …..Skipper Kripitz, with Larry Baeder and Larry Smith with Jodyrae Campbell singing….. ALWAYS A SUPER TIME WITH QUEEN KATE IN THE GARDENS ON SUNDAY!!!!  

MARJORY LEE AT RAM’S HEAD, MAY 21, 28, JUNE 4, 11, 18…. 11 am to 2 pm…

VIVA SALOON ON SUNDAYS..MAY 21, 28,, JUNE 4, 11, 18, 25…….. ….It’s  Marjorie Lee Mi.. 8 TO 11 PM…. AT 903 Duval St.

SCHOONER WHARF… MAY 21 , Jillian Todd,  noon to 5 pm …. Gabriel Wright … from 7 to 11:30 pm.  MAY 28… 7-11 pm, The Reach Out Trio….

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

CHICKEN WALK RESTAURANT AT THE MARRIOTT ..MAY 21, 28, June 4, 11….It’s Rob DiStasi in, from 5 to 8 pm…..

ARTISAN MARKET…MAY  28….JUNE 11, 25, JULY 9, 23…AUGUST 6 & 20….Mini Market at VFW on Roosevelt Blvd.  Brunch, Bar, Lunch, Produce, Shopping, Local Art.  ETC… Bring your own bags! 

ANNUAL RUNNING OF THE CHIHUAHUAS EVENT…MAY 21… AT RICK’S UPSTAIRS AT 202 Duval St.  Benefits the FKSPCA…. Costume contest and small dog Fun Run…. Open to all breeds of SMALL dogs only…. Call 305-942-1924.

ANNUAL MINIMAL REGATTA…. MAY 28…. At Schooner Wharf…. 1 pm…. To enter go online to www.SchoonerWharf.com.  Hilarious, wild, wacky and WET!

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.) 

KEY WEST PRIDE PARADE ON JUNE 11…. Flag Ceremony….

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….Aim for the moon….If you miss, you may have a star!!!
Lynda 

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

***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!!! 

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

PRAYER CHAIN……… Please include prayers for…..Laurie Thibaud…..Karen Lane and the loss of her dear mother, Diane….Fred and Judi Stevens ……the Diane Hohman Family on the loss of her son Nathan …..Joe Harlow…… Julie Hanson ….Rosi Ware… Noreen Collins ….Lonnie Hensley….Fred Greenberg …. Margot Gordon ….Belisa Lea….Willa Jencel……. Betty Darst…..Dick Moody…. Tanya Leto …… Molly Blue ….Ann Whipple …..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….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 …..Mikey C…..Jennifer O’Lear…. Lorann Wood (Thanksgiving)  ….. Paul Politte….Pat West ….The People of the Ukraine …… Chuck Selph…..Anne Marie Adreani  ….Wally, 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. 

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

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

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.  They are the only MRI site doing Breast MRI’s in Monroe County.  You must have an order from a Healthcare provider who MUST get the pre authorization.  For more info go to www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com or call 305-294-0011.     

*****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….LOST IN YONKERS….. 

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

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 Encompass Health Rehab Center, Room # 211,  20601 Old Cutler Rd., Miami, FL 33189.   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.

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 GEMINI PERSONALITY….MAY 22 THROUGH JUNE 21 ***

     This is one of the liveliest, most vibrant signs of the zodiac.  Geminis are mercurial, bright and terrific company.  Better yet…they never seem to age.  When they are older than dirt, they still look years younger than they really are.  They also have a very youthful attitude….love keeping up with the latest trends and their insatiable curiosity keeps them interesting at all times!  Geminis love the whole tech revolution as it opened up a whole new area of communicating.  They are in heaven with all the new do dads on the net, cell phone apps, etc.  Geminis love to keep in touch with people….e-mail and facebook had the Gemini in mind when they were invented.  Geminis love to chat…whether online or just to a neighbor….or someone standing in the checkout line at the market…the Geminis is always ready to talk!   They love a bit of gossip….and adore being ‘first with the latest news’.  Geminis are very eloquent…born communicators….and they find it easy to express ideas.  They do have a low boredom threshold and find it hard to concentrate on one thing for a long time unless they are completely enraptured by it. 

      Versatility is a Gemini’s middle name….as they can easily tackle most things.  The Gemini’s emotions can dip up and down  dramatically and there are days when he may not want to talk to a soul…..but mostly there are the other days when they have to be physically yanked off the phone.

     Geminis have a tendency to change their opinions often.  Their ideas fluctuate according to the circumstances and the time of day.  It is what makes a Gemini such an interesting person to have around.  In love, Geminis are happiest dealing with ideas and not emotions, as they find it hard to express their feelings.   They feel swamped by a partner who is very emotional….it embarrasses them, and this usually great communicator, can become tongue-tied.  They can describe their emotions in an intelligent way, but it is another story when it comes to experiencing and living their feelings.  Those who wear their hearts on their sleeves make a Gemini wince.   There are big problems if a Gemini is in a relationship with a clinging vine….they are apt to do a disappearing act.  A Gemini’s popularity is so high that people adore their sunny nature, their ready laugh and their fascinating conversation.  A typical Gemini knows a little about an awful lot.  They look for partners who are on the same intellectual level as they are…they are drawn to those who make them think.  No matter how attractive someone might be physically, a Gemini won’t stay with them for long if they are boring, not bright, or do not have a sense of humor.  The best signs for a Gemini are Libra, Leo, Aries and Gemini!!!    

      Geminis are ideal for any job in the media, communications industry, advertising and sales.  They need to be in a job that keeps them busy with many variations…and if travel is involved, all the better.  Self-employment is also attractive to them.  As far as money is concerned, with a Gemini, it’s ‘now you see it…now you don’t.’  Geminis love to wheel and deal….they have such a great sales pitch, they could probably sell fish to penguins.  They are excellent negotiators.  They love impulse shopping and that can often get them in trouble!  We love our Gemini Friends and Family Members!!!

HAPPY GEMINI BIRTHDAY TO….

5/22…..Dena Badgerow….George Gugleotti….Richard Carraway……Joanie Sullivan….Terry Luzius…Luke Wallace……Rick Mack …Everett Hudson Smith …. Jim Szemplak….(Please remember Carol Burns.)

5/23…..Bucky Montgomery…Christine Bassett….John Andola…Joyce Burd.. Donna Shields…..Fred Lewis …. Chester Sparks ….. (Please remember Emily Selph….)

5/24…Calen David ‘Epiphany’ Tomaszewski….Richard Jay-Alexander…..Frances  Chmura….Teresa Sorensen…Stephen Byler….. Dominiquia Dominga 

5/25…..Heather Carruthers…Amy Rohrbaugh …Steve Andrews….Tony Laglia…Pamela Williams…(Please remember Ron Maranian … and Sylvia Rogalski.)

5/26…Vince Taporowski…..Ralph Nackino…..Robby LeBlanc…..Diane Colvard…..Despina Protopsaltis…. Alan Horning …. Bernard Mraz ….

5/27….Bob Houlihan……..Elaine C. Spencer……Cole A. Stevens… Sally Wernicoff…

5/28…..Bonnie Piceu….…..Pat Kennedy…..…Tom Keller… …(Please remember…Jane Dawkins… and …Ron Klug.)

5/29…..Kay Behmke…Queen Anne O’Shea Quattrini….…Fred Covan….Susan Dimbath …..Bill Bahlke….Nicki  Shaw…..Dick Norford… (Please remember Nancy Holtkamp!)

5/30…..Kathleen Moody…Renay Regardie…David Perlman …Jeff Kucin …Shannon Lynch…Jennifer McComb …..(Please remember Scott Barnes… and …. Mary Keller.)

5/31….George Cooper…..Ann Hampton-Callaway….Drew Forestall……Jody Alwood…..Stan Morris…Queen Kelly Summers…..Nancy Stevens II ….…. (Please remember Caroline Cash and Erin English Beitko.)

6/1…..Bob Conti……Lora Wandras….Wish Washburn…Dennis Hopps…..Alan Robbins….Chad Schmock ….(.Please remember Irene Warner.)

6/2…..David Case…Lee Anne Holland…Babs Wade…Cassidy Timms….Lena Perkins…..Carolyn Scott…Lynne Higgins… Lynne Smith …..Tova Corman …Sean Yoder…Wayne Brady …..

6/3….Maribell Maschal….Queen Diane Hilton May…Aaron ‘Duke’ Duclos….Amanda Siglin…..John Jurkowski…Robert “Hellin Bed” Moccia .. …Brady Stevens…Nancy McCann…..Kristina Bradley… (Please remember Basil Markow.)

6/4…Belle Jampol…..Pete Hart…Lauren Domski…Ed Gutfreund….….Denice Cartwright…. (Please remember Richard ‘Rick’ Simone,,, and Saul Zabar.)

6/5….Carl Winston aka Trey Forsyth….Nancy 3 Hoffman……Rick Harty…Beryn Harty… Maxine Wheelan…..Teddy Philput…….Tony Santora….…(Please remember Jean Olson and Mike Stallard.)…

6/6…..Jean Thornton….John Stashenko…Annette ‘Cheffy’ Foley …..David Scott Meier….Alan Solomon …..Bill Heller…..Melissa McElvaney…Marilyn Gallagher …..(Please remember Norbert Leszcz.)

6/7…..Debra Dean…Jim Ryan…..Scott Kirby …..Margaret Domanski…..Bobbie Pavlic….Doris Addenbrook…Cynthia Rhyner Wood….

6/8…..Betty Lightcap……Suzanne Washburn…Gilda Niles…..Irene Eyer…John Zadkovich….Jody Helman….. Georgine Stadnik … Heidi Khalil ….. August ‘Gus’ Armbruster …..(Please remember Linda Greenberg.)

6/9…..Steve Panariello… Ervin Tumm…..…Saian Dashanimaer…..Mike Boykin …..Jennie Wolf…Wendy Van Der Wehen ….Kevin Kemner.…(Please remember Barbara Gilliam Jurecki, Sue Segersten, Gary Helman Sr….and Alan Zambie.)

6/10….. Joe Trippi…..Bob Miano …..Jiayin ‘Jia-Jia’Shen …Becca Morse Whitten ….Ann Guth….…..Alex Zeto…..Tammie K. Sheaffer …Frank Sodetz ….. Jill Cassell ……Gary Novak …Marcia Domagalski…Don Michaud… John Alberty ….(Please remember Ron Johns and….Frances Szyczypinski.)

6/11….Michael Lansdell…..Matt McGrath…..Katy Werner….Paul Berres…Jeanne Rogalski… (Please remember Bob Dixon!)

6/12….Shane Hall…..Sue Capanjola……Deborah Gray…..Kellie Niles…..Greg Beaver…Jeanette Rhyner…(Please remember Eric Weinberger ….. Angela Presti…..and Gail Leadbeter.)

6/13…..Bria Ansara….Darrell ‘DD Sharp’ Goddard…..Justin Camaddo……Mary Kay Lee Cottrill…Frank Wood…David J. Beam …..Lenny Rosignalli… Bret Pipa….. James Dalakas….

6/14….Tom Cawley…..Malathi Chanrugar…Jeff Overby….Ingrid Sledz … John Perdion ….

6/15…..David Black……Wayne Larue Smith … Beth Oropeza….Sue Clay Maloney….Sharman Wilson…Ross Claiborne…..  Sally Gries …..Frank Nimesheim… Sandra Groudle…..(Please remember Marilyn Larkin….and ….Andy Hibinger.)

6/16…..Danielle Martin…….Kevin McChesney …..Judy Bramson….Stephen Kramer…Doug Maleno …..Louise Hemel Ganley…Tina Sydenstricker

6/17…..Lori Reid…..Ryan Acker ….Amy Ray…Melissa Petruszka…Beth Rooney…Norm Maltby…Bob Boff…..(Please remember Dennis Charles Cooper.)

6/18…Tom Kirdahy….…..Terry Howery…..Rita Berkin ….Joy Brenner Davis…..Kelly Stallard…..Judy Helm… Phil Khalil  …… (Please remember Michael Domski Sr….)

6/19…..Keith Dempster….Richard Quint…..Anne Shaver…Meryl Berman…..Lorie Kjos….Aubree Smith …..Jamison Gilliland ….. Maryann Reifschneider ……Carolyn Johnston

6/20…Marilyn Van derVeen….Jane Gardner… Carl Gilley …..Brian Furlong …..Justin Frechette…. Renee Mack ….

6/21……Caroline Stover-Sickman…..Craig Hollenback…Jeff Bern …. ‘Charlie’ Mulligan…Peter Diamond Ilaqua…..Steve Iseman… …..Bob Williams… 

HAPPY GEMINI ANNIVERSARY TO….

5/22….Dena & Bob Badgerow….Rusty Hodgdon & Joyce Chilton… Laurie & Kevin McChesney!!!

5/23….Ellen & Bernie Peter

5/24…..Gail & Craig Hollenback….Susan Powell & Richard White

5/25…..Hy Conrad & Jeff Johnson…..Sara & Wally Clark…Mary Kay & Bob O’Meara…

5/26…..Sarah Dorrance & Charlie Paul …..Ruth Reiter & Dan Metzler…Barbara & Greg McShea…..Kathy & Tony Laglia…. Nancy Stillwagon & Jon Stein…

5/27……..Kim & James Fisher

5/29….Nicki and Joe Shaw…..(Please remember Hans & Joani Dollhausen.)

5/30…John Smyth & Joanne Gavin

5/31…..Judy & Bob Rafanelli….…(Please remember Kayla & Rob Tollen.)

6/1…..Edie Hambright & Julia Davis…

6/2…..Kimball & Melissa Ingram…..(Please remember Wink & Fred Gasser.)

6/4…..Genevieve & John Isaksen

6/6…Mary Jane & Louis Syroney

6/7…(Please remember Nancy & Jim Nolan.)

6/8…..MaryCarlin & Bill  Porter

6/9…..Shirley & Frank Piku……Clare & Bert Angermann

6/10….Christy & Byron Barlow…..Bobby Nesbitt & Mike Mulligan

6/11…..Theresa & Scott Hoover…..Sue Forti & Bob Houlihan…. Brenda & Rick Bodner…. Erin & Caroline Stover-Sickman….

6/13…..Paul & Pam Vereb…..Nancy & Ed Swift

6/14….Larry & Sharon Rohrbaugh…..(Please remember Bob & Gladys Rybicki….)

6/15…..Mimi & Gary McDonald….…Sally & Bob Gries…..Pam & Bob Williams….

6/16…..Kathleen & Dick Moody….…Arlene & Ken Machor…

6/17…..Mary Lou Hoover & Charlie Waite

6/18…..Virginia & Donald Robbins…….Doug & Carrie Helliesen

6/19…..Bounce & Karen ‘Oo-LaLa” Grant Margil…..Len & Helen Stevens….Mary Kay Lee & Bill Cottrill

6/20…..Allesandra & Franco Piacibello….Denise & Tom Rybicki…

6/21…..Rita Linder & Perry Arnold……Connie & Jeff Hurst….

If you are one of those special Geminis, let me know if any of the above description applies to you in any way.  If you receive this and find you are not on the list, and would like to be, please send me your birth month & day to kwlynda@bellsouth.net and I will include you….also your anniversary info if applies!  If you are reading this, I urge you to reach out to those you know and remember them on their special days.  It is a simple way to stay in touch with those in our community in a caring way.  Happy Birthday and Happy Anniversary to All!!!

Much Love, Lynda