TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY TO DOS!!!

 TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY, MAY 10 & 11,  2011, in KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!!

THANKFUL THURSDAY COMING UP…..       Please look into your hearts and send me thour thoughts for Thankful Thursday on May 12th.  Last week we had some wonderful messages sent in by our readers.  Hoping to hear from YOU this week….Thanks!

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……AJ Woods…Bill Mansfield….Dick Jones…Nancy Robinson…Sally Lewis….Alan Ferguson ……the Koenig Family….Billy Cartledge and Jim Hall……..And please remember all those families who have experienced the wrath of those devastating tornados in Alabama, etc.  Remember, there are all kinds of reasons why people need prayers, not just health related.   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.

RED, WHITE & TUNA at THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE…..                                                     The Waterfront Playhouse concludes its smash 71^st season with the hilarious comedy, “Red, White, and Tuna” starring  two of Key West’s most versatile actors, David Black and Mark Watson.  Showtime is 8:30 PM and it runs Tues. thru Sat. until May 21.  Opening night was Thursday, 5/5.…the production is  directed by Cameron Murray.   Actors, David and Mark play 25 different hysterical and unforgetable characters gathered for a Fourth of July celebration.  Howlingly funny, you may want to wear your Depends when you see this show!   Congrats to Danny Weathers on another wonderful and delightful theater presentation at The Waterfront Playhouse.  It was a laugh every single second on opening night, and my goodness….we sure do need some laughter, don’t we?    The opening night audience loved it and Bob and I laughed till our faces hurt!  It’s pure delight to have Mark Watson back onstage, and he and David Black are fabulous together!  For tickets to this laugh out loud show, call 294-5015 or go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org!  Note:  Check out the Friday Night Date special which is 2 tix for $60, a $20 savings.

AQUA NIGHTCLUB……May 10 & 11….                                                                                    On 5/10, it’s Aqua Idol at 6:30 PM….great singing contestants earning money for Scholarships for High School Students!  Aqaunettes at 9 pm!  On May 11, it’s Wednesday Happy Hour with the great Bobby Nesbitt from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.

AT VIRGILIO’S ON MAY 10…..            The super duper Savage Beets perform for your dancing pleasure.  The band includes, Skipper Kripitz, Chris Case, and Din Allen of Survivor Fame.  9:30 PM

KEY WEST BURLESQUE AT KELLY’S…5/11,thru the 14……                                             Bob and I were totally entertained by this faboo troupe of delightful performers on opening night this past Tuesday.  Showtime is at 9 pm, and doors open at 8:30 pm.    Just a warning, this show is VERY popular and sells out so get your tix now! Tuesday was totally sold out!!!  The show theme is KUNG FU…..  You will journey all eve with geishas, ninjas, sumo wrestlers and kabuki dancers.  This dynamite show will be presented on May 5….and on May 11, 12, 13, & 14!!!!  Created and directed by the luscious Christa Hunt (TaTah!!!) and produced by that hottie, Marky Pierson, these shows are true crowd pleasers…hilarious and entertaining.  Go to www.keywestburlesque.com for more info.  For tix go to www.keystix.com or call 295-7676 for reservations! ALL your fave stars perform, including Ta Tah, Marky, Moana, Marquee, Rocky, Frenchie, Buffy, Hunny, Golly G, Frankie, and MANY more!  Marky and Tatah did it again…the place was filled to the brim with delighted  fans who have fallen under the spell of this super fun Group of performers.  I urge you to get  your tix for this super fun show…..see the  dates, and call the above numbers!!!!  Check out the great coverage on KW Burlesque in Paradise this week.

 A PUN FOR YOU…..                       I have a fear of needles.  They really get under my skin!

MIKE EMERSON AT BLUE HEAVEN….MAY 11….             Mike Emerson entertains while you dine, from 6 to 9:30 PM…..solo guitar and vocals!

 HELP KEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL WITH OPERATION GRADUATION….                                Thus far $12,000 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 $8,000 MORE DOLLARS  for this event to be put on.  If the money isn’t raise the event will be cancelled.  If everyone on my list contributed $15. Each, we could say we gave our graduating seniors a wonderful and safe time!  Think about it….and send whatever you can to this Fund!  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 leslie.holmes@keysschools.com.

JOSEPH LOWE CONCERT AT ST. PAUL’S EVERY WEEKDAY……                               ….. Joe Lowe presents his FREE piano and organ concert from Mon. thru Fri. from noon to 1 pm at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on Duval & Eaton St

LATEDA CRYSTAL ROOM NEWS FOR YOU….…..                                                                 Randy Roberts LIVE, will be presenting his last two shows of the season on Friday and Saturday, 5/13 & 14…..Showtime is 9 pm….Call 296-6706 for tix.  Come May 20, 21, 27 and 28, the always fabulous CHRISTOPHER PETERSON is back, performing his famous EYECONS show for two months in Key West.  We have ALL missed Christopher.  Call the above number for tickets….Let’s give him a royal Key West Welcome!!!! 

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON MAY  10…..                                                                 …..On Tues., May 10, it’s Carmen Rodriguez and Gordy Michael…..2  for 1 Cocktails from 5 to 7 pm!!!!!   Special Tapas Menu only on Tues. & Thurs.  Located at Beachside Marriott!!!!

EVERY FRIDAY IN MAY AT THE BOTTLECAP……                                           See Deejay Gerk  with a new style of D’Jing, in the Groove Lounge at The BottleCap 1128 Simonton St.  This is a blending audio with your fave music video, to bring the craziest visual performance Key West has been ‘dying’ to see!  This well take place on May 13, 20, and 27 all during the month of May from 11 PM to 3 AM!!!!

BOBBY NESBITT AT THE GARDENS, MAY 12…..                  The superb Bobby will be at The Gardens for Cabaret Night from 5:30 to 9 pm….The D’Vine Wine Gallery is open from 5 to 10 pm, Wed. thru Sun. each week. 

SCHOONER WHARF ON MAY 10 & 11….              On May 10, from Noon until 5 pm, it’s Michael McCloud….From 7 to 11 pm, it’s Raven Cooper & Bubba LowNotes….On May 11 from Noon till 5, it’s Michael McCloud….from 7 to 11 pm, it’s Gary Hempsey & Will Hoppey….On both nights from 9 to 1 am, it’s the Magic of Frank Everhart.

SKIPPER & GORDY AT SALUTE’S ON MAY 13…..                                                        Gordy Michael will perform with Skipper Kripitz from 6 to 8 PM at the weekly sunset music series at Salute Restaurant at Higg’s Beach.

SHORT ATTENTION SPAN THEATRE AT THE RED BARN……..                                         This newest Red Barn show runs thru Sat., May 21.  Tix are $35 .  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 www.redbarntheatre.com for tix.  Note that the show is presented Wed. thru Sat. each week.

IMPROVABLES COMEDY CRUISE….SAT. MAY 14TH…..                                                           This event takes place every Sat. eve aboard Sunset Watersports Pary Cat….Tix are $45 or $25 with a Local ID…includes a two hour cruise, comedy show, free beer, wine and soft drinks, and appetizers, DJ and dancing.  A full cash bar is available.  Check in at 8 pm…boat leaves at 8:30 pm.  For reservations call 305-296-2554, or visit www.keywestimprov.com.

JEANIE FALCONE PERFORMS….May12,  13 & 14…..                                              Jeanie is at The Southernmost on the Beach Thurs., May 12 from 4:30 to 7:30 pm.    On May 13 & 14, Jeanie will be serenading everyone at The Bull at 1:00 PM!!!!

BABY T AT THE BULL…..         Baby T, aka Alison Mayer, performs at The Bull on Sundays from 6 to 9 pm and Mondays from 8 until Midnight.

$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!!!

WINE TASTE AT MICHAEL’S ON MAY 12….          15 wines for $15 or lessfrom 5 to 7 pm….Cost is $15, includes a tasting accompanied by delish food pairing

HAPPY HOUR AT BOTTLECAP…MAY 13TH…..                             From 5 to 8 pm, all tips benefit The Studios of KW…prizes, auction, Mark Pierson is the emcee….celeb bartenders….great snacks by Small Chef at Large….raffles… all invited…call 296-0458 with questions.

MAY & JUNE DANCE CLASSES WITH LUCY & LEON….                                    Learn to dance with Lucy & Leon….3 new 8 week dance courses starting May 9 & qq.  #1) Mon., from 8 to 9 pm, beginner Rumba…#2).Wed., from 7 to 8 pm, beginner intermediate Latin Mix….#3).Wed. from 8 to 9 pm, Beginner/ Intermediate Swing.  Singles Welcome…Please Pre-register.  Located at Paradise Health & Fitness Dance Studio at 1706 N. Roosevelt Blvd.  Call 296-6348 or e-mail 2610fog@bellsouth.net.

A PARAPROSDOKIAN SENTENCE FOR YOU….                                                    Behind every successful man is his woman.  Behind the fall of a successful man, is usually another woman!

ATTENTION WINTER RESIDENTS WHO ARE HEADING NORTH…..                 Many of our winter KW residents are heading north.  As you clean your houses to depart, the Outreach Mission (292-3013) & Soup Kitchen (294-2772), at St. Mary’s Church would appreciate your donations of unopened and unused food for their pantry  to help those in need.  Thanks!

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 www.AIDSHelp.cc.  For more info call Rodney Ross at 293-3671.

CONGRATS TO MICHAEL PHILIP……                                                                       Artist/Photographer, Michael Philip has done a lovely new book called “Flores para los Muertos” ….. For information on purchasing this book, call 498-7714.

HOWARD LIVINGSTON AT TURTLE KRAALS ON MAY 15TH…..                         This is a FREE concert with Howard & The Mile Marker 24cBand…..at The Kraals at 7 pm…..All invited!

COMMUNITY DAY AT THE CUSTOM HOUSE ON MAY 15^th….                                      Mark your calendars… Admission is FREE for locals all day….Make sure  you visit the ‘Speedway to Sunshine’ exhibit, all about the Railway that Flagler built!  It’s fabulous.  Also, all members will get an additional 15% off all that weekend!!!!

SOUTHERNMOST CAR CLUB EVENT MAY 15…..          You are invited to the Show & Shine at the Sugarloaf Lodge on 5/15 from Noon till 4 pm…..FREE…bring the family….prizes, raffle, food and cold drinks….great 50’s & 60’s music….see some nifty relic autos….New members welcome….Call 304-9991 for info.

DENIS HYLAND AT THE PIER HOUSE ON MAY 15TH…….                                           Denis Hyland, fresh from his smash cabaret night at The Studios, will be the Showcase Performer with Larry Smith at 9 PM at the Pier House!!!

DEBRA & PATRICK AT THE GARDENS ON MAY 15….                                                This dynamic duo will perform for Jazz Night at The Gardens Hotel on Sun., May 15 from 5:30 to 8:00 PM…..Always a great party at The Gardens with Queen Katie welcomes everyone!!!!!

SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR KIDS AT THE STUDIOS OF KEY WEST…..                       Many various programs will be offered at 600 White St. this summer.  Call TSKW at 296-0458 or stop at The Armory to enroll your child!

STEINWAY PIANO FOR SALE…..                                                         Interested in purchasing a 1925 Steinway Grand Piano? (Model L….5 ft. 10 “) excellent condition….asking $15,000.  If so, call Gail Lima at 296-7373.

HAPPY MAY  BIRTHDAY TO…

May 10^th….VICKI GORDON…ALAN MELNICK…JAN SCHMIDT…GLEE HIGGINS…TOM LOWER… LAURA CHANESKI….

HAPPY MAY 10^TH ANNIVERSARY TO…….KELLY & MINGO CASTELLANOS!!!!

HAPPY MAY 11TH BIRTHDAY TO……LYNN SHERMAN…..JANE GILBERT….LEE APPLEBAUM…..and HAPPY MAY 11TH ANNIVERSARY TO…..TOM LAVENDER & DEBBI ROTHSTEIN!!!!

Love to YOU…and Remember…                                  We all stumble, every one of us.  That is why it’s a comfort to go hand in hand!

Lynda