NOT A BLUESDAY BUT AN AQUA IDOL TUESDAY!!!!

FEBRUARY 5TH thru FEBRUARY 10TH , IN KEY WEST, WITH LYNDA!

HAPPY FEB. 5TH BIRTHDAY TO…….BRUCE MOORE!!!!!…MARIA WEVERS…..AND MAUREEN FREEDMAN!!!!

AQUA IDOL BECKONS!!!!…FEB. 5…..Have you finally realized that I am promoting this event BIG TIME???? There are only 3 Tuesdays left to enjoy our fab Aqua Idol contestants who are giving of their time and talent to benefit the Waterfront Playhouse!!!! Remaining contestants are Perry Arnold…Matt Hulsey…Ruben Navarro …Heather-Mae Potter…Daniel Wiggins…Queen Kathleen and Quincy Perkins! Each one is unique! Sadly, two will be eliminated on Feb. 5th, leaving 5 for next week! We need you to be there to help keep your fave in the competition. Showtime is 6:30 pm, and it begins promptly…We don’t want emcee Randy Thompson to have a hissy fit, do we???? Judges this week are Tony Konrath, Lynda Frechette, and celeb judge, One Human Family creator, J.T. Thompson! Great vocalists…cheap drinks … handsome waiters…. Great FUN…and all for a good cause, The Waterfront Playhouse!!!! Scroll down to see the contributors to the fabulous over $10,000 prize package for our contestants!!!!

SIX DANCE LESSONS IN SIX WEEKS FEB.5,6,7,8,9…This delectable show, starring Joy Hawkins and Denis Hyland, opened to a full house at The Waterfront Playhouse on Thursday. It is destined to be a big hit! This play is about a formidable widow who opts to hire a dance instructor for 6 weeks of private lessons. When they first meet, it is Hate at first sight when….but as the play unfolds, their relationship evolves and…hmmmmm….Let me tell you there is a whole LOT of chemistry going on and many heartfelt surprises!…. The sold out audience loved the show. This play is perfectly cast…..Denis is a dreamboat, and he is someone we would all love to have show up at our door to teach us cha-cha and tango lessons and the like….. and Joy is perfection… the Southern Belle with a bite….and a soft spot in her heart…..Of course these two meet, and then share some tall tales about who they are….and before long their friendship blossoms and they learn to truly care deeply for one another and they really open up to one another….. The show runs Tues. thru Sat. until Feb. 16th. Call 294-5015 or go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org for tickets! Showtime is 8:00 PM! Be prepared to laugh a lot….but don’t forget your hankies!!! Needless to say, I loved this show and Denis and Joy were simply marvelous!!!!!

THE DIVINE SISTER, FEB. 5,6,7,8,9…..This hilarious show starring Randy Roberts as Mother Superior, and also, Kathleen Peace, Mimi McDonald, Joan O’Dowd, Brandon Beach, and Nicole Nurenberg…. is at The Red Barn until Feb. 23. Showtime is 7:00 PM! Call 296-9911 or go online to www.redbarntheatre.com for reservations!

LATEDA ON FEB. 5…..At 9 pm, it’s Randy Roberts LIVE! In the Crystal Room….call 296-6706 for tix! In the By George Bar at 8:30 pm, it’s Debra & Patrick entertaining!

TAP CLASSES ON FEB. 8 & 9 …..Bruce Moore has resumed his Tap Classes at Body Zone South….Beginner-Beginner Class is at 10 am on Feb. 1 & at 11 am on Sat., Feb. 2. At 11 am on Feb. 1, it’s an Advanced Beginner Class….On Sat., Feb. 2, at Noon, it’s the Intermediate Class. Classes are $15 each or if you buy a card of ten, it is $120 or $12 per class. For moore info call Bruce at 305-393-2276.

LIGHTEN UP YOUR LIFE PROGRAM….started on JAN. 31…..This is a new 12 week weight loss program from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. It is held at Womankind at 1511 Truman Ave….Small group workshop run by fave therapist, Casey Rafferty, MS, LMFT…The program will teach you what else you can do when you are depressed or stressed, & give you the motivational tools to achieve success. Cost is $400 for the 12 weeks. For more info call 941-915-8229.

JUKEBOX FRIDAY NIGHT….FEB. 8…..Every Friday, all you dancers out there will love dancing in the Groove Lounge at The Bottlecap, 1128 Simonton St., from 8 to 11 pm…music from the 50’s to the 70’s….Rock & Roll, Disco and Love Songs…No cover! Features the Rev. DJ Alan Church!!!!

AT THE TROPIC CINEMA THRU FEB. 7…..Les Miserables….How to Survive a Plague…Silver Lining Playbook….Life of Pi…A Royal Affair.

IN MEMORIAM….Local entertainer, Valerie Carr recently lost her father. It has been a tough time for Val. You can send cards of sympathy and care to her at PO Box 2409, Key West, FL 33045. Our thoughts and prayers are with Valerie and her family. In addition, Jeffrey Harwell recently lost his beloved mother, Betty. Condolence messages can be sent to him at PO Box 5507, Key West, FL 33041.

FREE CAT ADOPTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF FEB……The FKSPCA on Stock Island has at least 55 cats waiting for homes at the shelter, thanks to private donors who are underwriting adoption costs & fees for the entire month! Cats 5 months or more can be adopted FREE of charge! They will be spayed or neutered, microchipped and have all shots! Sounds about purr-fect to me. Call 294-4857 for more info. Open Mon. thru Fri. from 10 am to 6 pm & on Sat. from 10 am to 2 pm!

LOVE, LOSS & WHAT I WORE….FEB. 3-18 & MARCH 17-APRIL 8….Carole MacCartee directs this entertaining and lighthearted peek into five women’s lives, using their wardrobes as a time capsule of events!….stars, Chris Stone, Rebecca Gleason, Melody Moore, Stephanie Sanders, and Stephanie Yosen. This play will be on Sundays and Mondays at 8 pm. Call 296-9911 or go to www.redbarntheatre.com for tickets!

PRAYER CHAIN…..Please continue to remember the following in your thoughts and prayers……the Family & Friends of Valerie Carr on the loss of her father….. family and friends of Jeffrey Harwell on the loss of his mother…..Lucy Carlton Williams and Family…..the Family & Friends of Diane & Merle Hohman….Bob Leiby…….Ric Palmer…Sal Salinero…Tom Oosterhoudt… Richard Stephens…Sue Paden…Richard Crooks…Jinny Luczak…Mary Lou Ferris……Dawn Jones…Stephen Selka…Sue Lima-Fitch…Tony Freese…Alan Ferguson…Carol McNealey……John Cee…Jennifer O’Lear…Pat West…Karla Muir…Margaret Taylor…Perry Jones… Tony Martinez…Carol Schenk…Stephen Elliot…Brent Ramer…Marion DePiero… Patrick Richards…Remember, there are many reasons that we pray, not just for curing illnesses. I do believe that when we all send prayers & good vibes to those in need…the many prayers mystically meet & surround those being prayed for. We are ONE HUMAN FAMILY, & we are in this thing called “Life” together…and we have power within us to help our fellow man. Bless you for remembering our loved ones!!!

GOURMET NIBBLES & FLOWERS…..SAY IT WITH ROSES!!!!!.. .. Gourmet Nibbles & Flowers by Request, at 917 Francis St. is offering a Valentine’s Day Special! Say “I Love YOU!” with a dozen beautiful long-stemmed Red Roses…with delivery for only $112.12. Order Early! Call 305-294-5212 or 305-292-9702!!!!! Remember those who are too special to forget!

JAZZ CONCERT AT PIER HOUSE WINE GALLEY ON FEB. 5…..This is a head’s up for all you many Jazz enthusiasts out there. The Pier House Wine Galley hosts this special event at 7 pm, both nights…Features a 3 course Tapas dinner with fine wine pairing, a champagne & hors d’oeuvres reception, and original music by the Larry Smith Quartet reuniting with Dan Brubeck (son of Dave Brubeck) on drums, Geoffrey Lowe, bass, and Tim Mayer, sax. Vocalists Kathleen Peace & Christine Cordone will also perform with the band. Cost of this eve is $75….Space is limited….Call 296-4600 for reservations.

WILLIAM WELCH ART EXHIBIT AT STONE SOUP GALLERY FOR 3 WEEKS…..This Gallery at 802 White St. is featuring that handsome and dashing William Welch’s new works, “Up All Night”…..oils, acrylic and pastels highlight the artist’s extensive travels to France…plus a collection of Key West paintings, many featuring night time motifs. William Welch’s beautiful paintings reflect the work of French Impressionists. For more information about the show or the work of William Welch, please call the Stone Soup Gallery at 296-2080.

GINGERBREAD GALLERY thru FEB. 10….This new exhibit features Pam Folsom and Todd Bonita…. The show will continue to Feb. 10. 1207 Duval St…..Call 296-8900 for more info.

GREEN PARROT….FEB. 5…..Zach Deputy performs at 10 pm on Feb. 4 and at 5:30 and 10 pm on Feb. 5.

A BIG THANK YOU TO THOSE CONTRIBUTING TO THE FABULOUS PRIZE PACKAGE FOR OUR WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE AQUA IDOL CONTESTANTS……Thank you with all my heart to……artist, William Welch….Penny Leto of the Coffee Mill…artist Perry Frantzman….Bounce & LaLa Grant-Margil…..Stanley & Judy Zabar of ZABAR’s in NYC…The Tropic Cinema…Jennifer Badry, jewelry designer, of Wet Pain Gallery….Carol Wightman & The Marquesa Restaurant….Kate Miano & The Gardens Hotel….Don Whitehead & The Wicker Guest House….Kristen Larkin LoGerfo….David Case & Sarabeth’s Restaurant….The Southernmost Hotel Collection & Café….Pisces & Commodore Restaurants…..Robert Spottswood & Beachside Marriott & Tavern ‘n Town….Cocco & Salem Imagine Art Gallery….artist Keith Bland….Richard Dennison & Gourmet Nibbles & Flowers by Request….The Assortment Men’s Store….Carolyn Sullivan & The BottleCap….Dottie Harden & the Wine Cottage….Donald Beck & Larry Eynon….The Elwell Family & Royal Furniture…..John Correa & Café Sole…..Love In Bloom Florist……Helen Harrison and the Harrison Gallery…..Square One…..artist Fran Decker of Frangipani Gallery…Ken Weschler & In Touch….Leda Andrews & In One Era Antique Store…..The Waterfront Playhouse….artist Fran Decker…..Jill & Sandy at Aqua Nightclub…..Schooner Western Union…..authors, Rusty Hodgdon, Terrence McNally, Jean Carper, JoAnna Schmida, Terry Schmida, Jeff Johnson & Hy Conrad, Laurel Denny, Sherry Sweet-Tewell, Mandy Miles, Rodney Ross……Musicians, Libby York, Bobby Nesbitt, Gayla Morgan, Dave Bootle, Lenore Troia, Susan Powel, Randy Roberts, Red Vizard, Marjorie Paul-Shook, and Bruce Moore. Your kindness and generosity totals over $10,000 in prizes for our deserving Top 3 Contestants! Thank you again and again!!!! And please contact me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net if you would also like to contribute to our Prize Package! Thanks a LOT!

COCCO & SALEM IMAGINE ART GALLERY ON FEB. 5…..There will be an opening Reception for artist, Marylene Proner and her “Nocturnes” collection…..5:30 to 8:30 pm…Exhibit runs thru Feb. 14th! Free and all are invited!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON FEB. 5…..It’s Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas performing from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge at Beachside Marriott.

SCHOONER WHARF ON FEB. 5….Noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud….7 to 11 pm, Raven Cooper!!!!

SAVAGE BEETS AT VIRGILIO’S ON FEB. 5….It’s Skipper Kripitz, Chris Case, and Din Allen entertaining at 9 pm at this hot spot in Key West!!!!

HAPPY FEB. 6TH BIRTHDAY TO…MICHAEL AAGLAN…VIOLET BATTY!!!

BOBBY NESBITT AT AQUA NIGHTCLUB ON FEB. 6TH….Bobby is at the piano and singing all your fave songs from 5:30 to 7:30 pm! FREE!! Always a treat!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON FEB. 6…..It’s Mike Emerson performing from 5 to 9 pm at Beachside Marriott!

COOKING HEALTHY AT HELP YOURSELF ON FEB. 6…..There will be informative cooking classes…Part 1…Raw Food…..learning to make tasty & healthy food at Help Yourself, at 829 Fleming St. at 7 pm…class is $25 Each class includes tastings & a copy of the recipe booklet for you to keep. Space is limited so you should act now. Go to http://www.helpyourselfcafe.com/classes.aspx to reserve your spot in this class. The other classes will be held on Feb. 13, Feb. 20 and Feb. 26.

GRAND VIN WINE TASTE ON FEB. 6…This will be from 6 to 8 pm…a ‘Wines for Valentine’s Tasting’ to benefit the KW Girls Soccer Club. $10 to attend and is refundable with a wine purchase.

DIVE IN MOVIE ON WED. FEB. 6….This FREE movie at Ibis Bay Resort is now on Wednesdays during Feb…..3101 N.Roosevelt Blvd. 7:30 pm!!!!

LATEDA ON FEB. 6TH…..It’s Debra & Patrick in the By George Bar at 9pm! They rock!

BLACK & SKABUDDAH, FEB. 6….This duo is at the Rum Barrel on Front St. at 7 pm!

TRIBUTE TO BARRY WHITE ON FEB. 6…..This stars Jourdan Carroll with his tribute to the late great Barry White…..Tennessee Williams Theatre….296-1520 or go to www.keystix.com for tickets.

SCHOONER WHARF ON FEB. 6….Noon to 5 pm, it’s Michael McCloud…7 to 11 pm, Gary Hempsey & Will Hoppey.

GREEN PARROT ON FEB. 6….Tribute to Bob Marley at 5:30 pm…hosted by the Bongo D Band with many KW musicians participating. Each musician will contribute their pa to the Bahama Village Music program and the amount will be matched by the Parrot! Call 294-6133 for more info!

HAPPY FEB. 7TH BIRTHDAY TO…ROBERTA DiPIERO…RICK DERY…JOHN WATERLOO …KERRY SHELBY……Please take time to remember HENRY WOODS & WILHELMINA HARVEY!

FLAG FOOTBALL OPENING CEREMONIES…FEB. 7….These cerem onies are on Feb. 7 at 3 pm, at The Rum Barrel, 528 Front St…..At 5 pm, Peace activist, Cindy Sheehan, international reps from Sweden & Puerto Rico, singer, Michelle Davis, & KW city officials will lead participating teams, VIPS’s and revelers in the ceremonial 22nd Kelly McGillis Flag Football Players’ Parade along Duval St.

AT SALUTE ON FEB. 7…..Bobby Nesbitt & Skipper Kripitz entertain from 4:30 to 6:30 pm at Salute on the Beach…..great music, food, drinks, and fab sunsets!!!! They pack ‘em in, so get there early!

FLEMING STREET FAUSTO’S ON FEB. 7….Vicki Roush and Nicole Garcia are holding a “Love is Blind” wine tasting from 4:30 to 6:00 pm! Wine, plus cheeses and chocolates. Free to attend!

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ BAR ON FEB. 7,8,9…..This new darling club at 821 Duval St. will have some cool music….8:30 pm…..It will be Skipper & Din Allen on Feb. 7….Feb. 8 it will be Skipper Kripitz, Chris Burchard, Geoff Lowe & Tim Mayer…Feb. 9, it’s Skippo with Geoff, Tim and Dom Carelli!…plus on the 8 & 9, Jennifer Lowe will grace the group with her violin music!. This is an intimate and very classy night spot!

CORK & STOGIE KING & QUEEN OF HEARTS CHARITY ON FEB. 7…..This wine tasting benefits Sister Season! Ginger King hosts this even from 6 to 9 pm….great food from Jennifer Cornell, Leslie, and even Ginger! Wine taste and great music by Rachael Martinez….$10 donation. My friends Gina & Porche Maseratti are running for King & Queen of Hearts! All invited to attend!

CHRISTINE CORDONE EXHIBIT ON FEB. 7…The multi-talented Christine Cordone’s art exhibit, Street Sights, will be featured from 6 to 9 pm at ART @ 830 Caroline St….a Reception will take place and you can meet Christine & discuss her artistic visions. She is a watercolorist who has studied and been influenced by the style of Sandford Birdsey. Her motto is “Sing your pictures & Paint your Songs!”

FLEMING STREET GALLERY ART WALK ON FEB. 7….There will be an Open House from 6 to 9 pm, at 830 Fleming St…. during the Fleming Street Art Stroll…Check out artist James Johnson and photographer, India Blake…show runs thru Feb. 13.

LATEDA ON FEB. 7TH…..At 9 pm in the Crystal Room, it’s the faboo Christopher Peterson & his famous EYECONS Show…call 296-6706 for tix! Downstairs in the By George Bar, it’s Dave Bootle at 8:30 pm!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON FEB. 7….It’s Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas performing

from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge at Beachside Marriott!!!!

LUSH BAR AT GREEN PINEAPPLE ON FEB. 7…..Wine & Chocolate taste is $35 at this special spot across from Lateda! Call 509-7378 for more info!

SCHOONER WHARF ON FEB. 7….Noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud…7 to 11 pm, Cool Duo!!!!

HAPPY FEB. 8TH BIRTHDAY TO…..MINDY MOORE…..STEVE PORTER!!!!

WOMENS’ FLAG FOOTBALL GAMES BEGIN ON FEB. 8TH…..Games begin at 9 am on Fri. & go till Sun. Feb. 10….pitting an all star US team against an all-star International Team. All games are at Wicker Field Sports Complex on Kennedy Dr. For event info go to www.iwffa.com or call 888-464-9332.

THE BOTTLECAP GROOVE LOUNGE…FEB. 8…Happy Hour at 1128 Simonton St., from 5 to 8 pm….benefit for the Xena Fund….Live music by Gina Maseratti and Friends…50/50 raffle, prizes….

AT THE GARDENS HOTEL ON FEB. 8….From 5 to 7 pm, it’s Michael Robinson at the piano!

JOHN GORKA AT THE STUDIOS ON FEB. 8…..This is a one night only concert at the historic Armory, 600 White St…..John will play old and new songs….He has performed on CNN and shared the stage with many bands, and his music has been recorded by Mary Chapin, the Carpenters, Mary Black and Maura O’Connell. 8 pm. Go to www.keystix.com or call 296-0458 for tickets and info.

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON FEB. 8…It’s Mike Emerson entertaining from 6 to 10 pm!

LATEDA ON FEB. 8 …..At 9 pm, it’s Randy Roberts LIVE! Call 296-6706 for tix! In the By George Bar, it’s Dave Bootle at 8:30 pm!

SCHOONER WHARF ON FEB. 8 & 9……Noon to 5 pm, it’s Michael McCloud…7 to Midnight it is The PAUL COTTON BAND!!!!! He is always fantastic!!!!!

AT THE TROPIC CINEMA…FEB. 8 THRU FEB. 14…..Oscar Nominated Shorts live Action, Animation and Documentaries……Silver Linings Playbook, Life of Pi, Les Miserables…..Last chance to see A Royal Affair & How to Survive a Plague is Feb. 14!

THE GREEN PARROT ON FEB. 8….At 5:30 pm, it’s Bill Blue…at 10 pm, it’s Bonerama, a New Orleans Brass Funk Band!

HAPPY FEB. 9TH BIRTHDAY TO……JOE LISZKA…..DAN WARD….JENA STAUFFER … JULIE JOHNSTON…LIZ LEONARD!!!!

EVENING WITH NOEL PAUL STOOKEY…FEB. 9TH….This is the famous “Paul” of Peter, Paul & Mary fame…..performing “Music from the Heart” an intimate evening with Noel Paul Stookey at 8 pm at the historic Casa Antigua 1t 314 Simonton St. Tix ar3 $45 each and includes the post-concert reception where you will have the chance to enjoy Mr. Stookey’s company! Call 295-7676 or go to www.keystix.com for tickets! Seating is limited. The reception is sponsored by Hard Rock Café….hosting this event in support of the Florida Keys Council of the Arts, is Conch Color’s Tom Oosterhoudt!

CIVIL WAR DAYS ON FEB. 9….Bring the whole family to this musical celebration of Civil War Heritage Days, from 3 to 5:30 pm…..Listen to the folk duo, Tammerlin….at Fort East Martello … all invited!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON FEB. 9…It’s Bobby Nesbitt in the Lounge at Beachside Marriott from 6 to 10 pm…..great music in a great place!

AT THE GARDENS HOTEL ON FEB. 9TH….From 5 to 7 pm, it’s pianist Jimmy Olson entertaining. 526 Angela St.

LATEDA ON FEB. 9TH…..It’s Christopher Peterson & his famous EYECONS show at 9 pm…..call 296-6706 for tix! Dave Bootle performs in the By George Bar at 8:30 pm.

GREEN PARROT ON FEB. 9….At 10 pm, it’s BACHACO, an Afro-Cuban Roots Rock Band!

HAPPY FEB. 10TH BIRTHDAY TO….LEE McMANNIS….AMY CULVER-AVERSA!!!

AT CAFÉ SOLE ON FEB. 10….It’s Libby York and Bobby Nesbitt from Noon to 2 pm at Café Sole on Southard Street…..for brunch at this lovely restaurant! Smooth jazz!

IMPROMPTU CONCERT ON FEB. 10….Back by popular demand, it will be pianist, Fredrick Moyer, who has performed in the finest concert halls all over the world. With his exacting artistry, delightful commentary and enthusiasm, he brings his audience into the heart of the musical experience! 4:00 pm at St. Paul’s on Duval & Eaton Sts…..$20 at the door…

JAZZ AT THE GARDENS HOTEL ON FEB. 10…..From 5 to 7:30 pm, it’s Acoustical Jazz Harpist, Scott Marischen…plus a Trunk Sale of Valerie Ho’s clothing!

GREEN PARROT ON FEB. 10…..Jazz Jam is at 1 pm…..at 5:30 pm, it’s Joey Dale & The Gigolos, a DooWop Group!!!!

ANNE McKEE ARTIST FUND AUCTION ON FEB. 10TH….This always huge event takes place at the Oldest House, at 322 Duval St. at 6:30 pm….You will find original paintings, sculpture, photography, fiber art, ceramics, mixed media, jewelry and more! Gourmet appetizers and champagne. Tix are $30 and can be bought online at www.keystix.com or at the door. You can preview the works of art at the Womens Club at 319 Duval St. starting on Feb. 7-9 from 10 am to 7 pm! The artist receives 50% of the proceeds & the Anne McKee org. receives the rest, to support its annual grants. There are over 61 works by artists such as Perry Arnold, Karen Beuprie, Fran Decker, Perry Frantzman, Jane Gilbert, Rita Linder, Gregg McGrady, Jon McIntosh, Jim Salem, Sal Salinero, Dan Simpson, Christine Cordone Smith, William Welch, and MANY more!

LATEDA ON FEB. 10…..The Tea Dance theme is “Mardi Gras”…4 pm!..At 8:30 pm in the By George Bar, it’s Black & Skabuddah!!!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON FEB. 10….It’s Rob DiStasi entertaining from 5 to 9 pm!!!!

PIER HOUSE SHOWCASE….FEB. 10….Larry Smith will showcase “Songs from the Heart”….Gina & Porsche Maseratti will be singing at 9 pm….plus many other singers.

SCHOONER WHARF ON FEB. 10……Noon to 5 pm, it’s Michael McCloud….6:30 pm until11 pm, it’s Latin Calypso Music with Marty Stonely!

RED BARN 2013 SUNSET GALA…FEB. 17…..This Gala will be honoring past Red Barn President, STEVE RUSS….from 6 to 9 pm at the Sailfish Club at Oceanside Marina, 5950 Peninsula Ave. on Stock Island. Tix are $100 and include a complete dinner by the Iron Chefs….Open Bar….Champagne Tasting….Music by Dave Bootle….plus a great Silent Auction. RSVP by Feb. 12th! Buy tix online at www.redbarntheatre.com or call 296-9911.

VIENNA BOYS CHOIR ON FEB. 17…..Tix are being sold for this wonderful event, by going to www.keystix.com. This show will be at 6 pm at Tennessee Williams Theatre. For special host committee seating, call 295-7676. Also, note that my friend, Jan Gladson has two tix for $125 each, that she cannot use. If you would like to contact her for these tix e-mail her at jgladson@earthlink.net.

ANNE O’SHEA WANTS INPUT…..Producer, Anne O’Shea is one of the producers of ‘ANN ON BROADWAY’….a play written by and starring the wonderful actress, HOLLAND TAYLOR (who has a recurring role on 3 ½ Men and was so great on Boston Legal)…..which opens in preview at The Vivien Beaumont Theatre at Lincoln Center, Feb. 18th….with a March 7th official opening. It is a one-woman show with Holland Taylor playing the former Texas governor ANN RICHARDS, whom we all loved for her wit, charm and personality. Anne O’Shea is interested to find out who from Key West may be interested in being a part of a contingent to fly to NYC sometime during the production…. so this is kind of a touchy feely kind of request. If you have any interest, please e-mail me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net. Anne thinks that if we had about 20 persons interested she could get a group rate on Southwest Air and possibly hotel rooms. She is thinking of a weekend….with the added possibility of going to see another play of your own choosing while you are there. Sound fun? If you have any questions or concerns direct them to Ann O’Shea at 305-393-3389 or 305-453-6017.

WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE INVITES YOU TO ATTEND THEIR FABULOUS PARTIES!

Like the outstanding productions presented by the Waterfront Playhouse, our parties are legendary! You will not want to miss any of them…

BE MY VALENTINE DINNER ON FEB. 14……Lavish sit-down dinner at the fab home of Bonnie Piceu & Paul Dietz. Great wines, open bar….$150 per person! 7to 9 pm.

DINNER & DISCO AT THE FLAMINGO DINER….FEB. 26….At the home of Bert Whitt & Dennis Beaver…..this ALWAYS sells out fast! Open Bar, Comfort Food, Amazing great FUN!!!!! 6 to 8 pm at $75 per person.

DINNER WITH JUDY (GARLAND, THAT IS) MARCH 20…..Spend the eve with Judy herself on the heels of the American premier of TYPHOON JUDY starring Christopher Peterson as JUDY!!!!! At the home of Bryan Green & Tony Konrath…fab food by the Iron Chefs, full bar….6 to 8 pm…..$65 per person.

For reservations call 294-5015 or go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org!!! Act NOW!

PLEASE GO TO ADDITIONAL ATTACHMENT…… LYNDA’S KEY WEST ADDENDUM…. TO READ ABOUT OTHER UPCOMING SHOWS, MISCELLANEOUS NOTES & REVIEWS….WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE, RED BARN, FRINGE, TSKW, & TENNESSEE WILLIAMS, SCHEDULES…..BOOK SIGNINGS… UPDATES…..PARADISE TENNIS… AND LOTS MORE STUFF TO ENJOY!!!!!

Love to you and Remember…..Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit….Wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad!

Lynda

LYNDA’S KEY WEST ADDENDUM!!!!!

DEAR READERS……In this Addendum you will find future events, show schedules, reviews I may write, restaurant specials, reminders, and continuing ads and miscellaneous things of pertinent items sent to me….etc. I hope you will enjoy this new feature….so I can keep the “Daily Events List” a tad briefer than before. Enjoy!

GOURMET NIBBLES & FLOWERS BY REQUEST…..owned by the fabulous MS.D, aka Richard Dennison, at 917 Frances St., has a Valentine’s Special for YOU! Say I love you with One Dozen gorgeous Long Stemmed Red Roses, with tax and delivery for only $112.12. Call 305-294-5212 or 305-292-9702. Order Early! Support our Local Shoppes!

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS TO BRUCE MOORE….As you may know, my friend, Bruce Moore is in town for 10 weeks. His birthday is Feb. 5…tomorrow….He would LOVE to hear from you. His e-mail address is brucemoorebroadway@gmail.com. His address here is 1429 Johnson St., KW, 33040!! Go ahead….Make his day!!!!

TIX ON SALE FOR SIX DANCE LESSONS IN SIX WEEKS….This show opened in preview on Jan. 29 & 30 with a grand opening on Jan. 31. Call the box office at 294-5015 or go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org for tix….This will be another great hit I am sure!!!!

AND WHILE YOU ARE AT IT…..Why not consider to become a MEMBER of the Waterfront Playhouse. Info on how to do it is online at above address….check it out…..It is so worth it as Membership DOES have special privileges! For as little as $100 you can get a Crew Membership entitling you to a Dining Card that gives a 20% discount at some of Key West’s top restaurants until September 30th, 2013. It pays off in no time!!!!! And do buy season tix. And….if you are interested in getting involved with the Waterfront Playhouse in any capacity, please don’t hesitate to let me know. E-mail me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net. Thanks and love!!!

LIBBY YORK APPEARS IN “TO PARIS WITH LOVE”….FEB. 22…..Libby York will be starring in her show, “To Paris With Love” at The Studios of Key West on Feb. 22 at 8:00 pm! Libby spends a lot of time performing in this magical city of love, and her show will reflect her great affection for Paris! Call 296-0458 for tickets or go to www.tskw.org for more information. Check out Libby’s website at www.libbyyork.com.

IMPROMPTU HAS TWO CONCERTS IN FEBRUARY….Feb. 10 is Fredrick Moyer at the piano. Feb. 24, it is Cellist, Jonah Kim. Both concerts are at 4 pm at St. Paul’s Church on Duval & Eaton Sts. The very BEST of classical entertainment just for you! Tix are $20. Mark your calendars!

RED BARN GALA HONORS STEVE RUSS….FEB. 17TH….. $100 each…includes fab dinner, open bar, silent auction….at The Sailfish Club 5959 Peninsula Ave., at Oceanside Marina on Stock Island, champagne tasting, and music by Dave Bootle…..6 to 9 pm…..Call 296-9911 or go online to www.redbarntheatre.com for details and more information! This event will be honoring one of the very nicest fellows in Key West, and someone we are proud to call Friend…STEVE RUSS, past president of the Red Barn Theatre!

OSCAR GALA DINNER PACKAGE AT TROPIC CINEMA…..This year you have two great options to view the Oscars…..The Gala Dinner Package and the Theater Package. For more info go to www.tropiccinema.com.

SO DU GALLERY INVITES ARTISTS TO ENTER…..This Gallery will hold its 6th Annual FROM A WOMAN’S HANDS, art exhibit and is looking for entries now. It is a benefit for WOMANKIND, and will run April 5 to 15, with a champagne reception on April 5. Any media welcome…work must be new & completed in 2012 or later…..& previously never exhibited in the Keys or created in a workshop or class. Prizes awarded at the reception. $20 entry fee….applications available at SoDu, 1102 B Duval St. Call 296-4400 for more info. Deadline to submit is March 1st.

KAREN BEAUPRIE WATERCOLOR ART LESSONS….at Key West Art Center, 301 Front St., Tuesdays at 10 am to 1 pm. Cost is $80 for 4 lessons or $25 for single lessons. Call 517-6806 to sign up….All levels welcome. Limited to 10 students. Bring own supplies.

BOBBY & CARMEN AT THE LITTLE WHITE HOUSE REVIEW OF JAN. 29……Bobby Nesbitt and Carmen Rodriguez performed a divine show called, “Moonlight Sereande” in the Living Room of the Little White House. It was all the wonderful songs from World War II, and the audience loved every moment! As ever, Bobby wove stories connected with world events during this time and it was perfectly done….funny at times, and then very moving. It was exciting that Chelsea Clinton happened to be in the audience, attending with Judy Blume and George Cooper. She had a huge smile on her face the whole evening so I know she, too, loved the performance!

BOOK, ‘A MERMAID’S TAIL” FOR SALE….Local writer, Laurel Denny has written a children’s book, “A Mermaid’s Tail”…..The book is priced at $18 or $16 for purchase of more than one. Shipping is $4. Call Laurel at 305-509-2347 or e-mail her at justducky329@yahoo.com. The illustrator of the book is Laura Black of Black & Skabuddah! Such multiple talents!!!!!

HAIKU & POETRY CONTEST……TSKW is accepting entries for the Robert Frost international Poetry & Haiku Contest. Top prize in each category is a 2 week residency in Key West, plus $200 cash! Deadline to enter is March 1. $10 submission fee. Call 296-0458 for more info.

30TH ANNUAL WESLEY HOUSE VALENTINE’S GALA….FEB. 14….A Red Carpet eve at the Curry Mansion Inn, 6:30 to 9:30 pm….Emcee is Howard Livingston….Music & Dancing with Bubba LowNotes and Friends with many special performances…..Great food, open bars, silent auction….Tix online at www.keystix.com …VIP tix are $100 each….Gen. Admission is $50….$55 at the door! Hosted by the always fabulous, EDITH AMSTERDAM!!!! Also. PRUDENTIAL KNIGHT & GARDNER REALTY, and SLOPPY JOE’S!!!!

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE MENTIONED ON THE GOOD MORNING FLORIDA KEYS WEYW TV Show with Jenna Stauffer? If so please let Ed Krane know at EK10@aol.com or call 954-448-4324. Your material will go out to thousands of addresses. You can also e-mail Jenna Stauffer at jennastauffer1@gmail.com.

OLD ISLAND HOUSE TOURS ANNOUNCE SEASON….Mark your calendars…The tours will be……Feb. 15 & 16 from 10 am to 4 pm …March 15 & 16 from 10 am to 4 pm….Tix are $30 and KIM benefits the Old Island Restoration in Key West. Call 294-9501 for more info or to volunteer.

A FINE ROMANCE AT TENNESSEE WILLIAMS…..On January 19th, Soprano, Kim Gordon sang all your fave love songs from Broadway and Film, and she performed to a full audience. Looking lovely she began the show with A Fine Romance, and then went on to sing about twenty two more songs that you never tire of hearing. Congratulations Kim! You did a great job, as did the band composed of Harry Schroeder, Richard Crooks, Joe Dallas, Les Dudley, Mike Emerson, Linda Sparks, Georges Hemund and Kelly Rosh.!

WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE ANNOUNCES SEASON: You will NOT want to miss a single show! ……Jan. 31 to Feb. 16, SIX DANCE LESSONS in SIX WEEKS…March 7 to March 30, THE DROWSY CHAPERONE….April 5 to 13, TYPHOON JUDY….May 2 to 18,DEATHTRAP…. Plus there are 2 very special EVENTS besides S’WONDERFUL….Jan. 16, ALL KINDS OF EVERYTHING starring FIONA MOLLOY with Bobby Nesbitt… June 10, HOWARD LIVINGSTON & THE MILE MARKER 24 BAND… PLEASE…as a proud Waterfront Board Member, I encourage you to become a member of the Playhouse….There are various Membership Levels and each one has special privileges…but know that for a mere $100 membership, you automatically receive a card that gives you a 20% discount at 20 wonderful Key West restaurants every day from now until the end of Sept. 2013. It pays itself off very quickly. Go to the website at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 294-5015 for reservations and info. Please do not be disappointed…. Call now to get your season tickets for this amazing season!!!!

FRINGE THEATER ANNOUNCES SEASON…..TIX NOW ON SALE….This new KW Fringe Theater offers some unique, cutting edge theater to our town! Tix can be bought online at www.keystix.com. ….Feb. 22 thru March 10, SEMINAR (starring Michael Mulligan) at Kelly’s Upstairs… April 25 thru May 10…KEY WEST CHARACTERS. There will be a Fringe GALA on JANUARY 13TH….music by the fab Bobby Nesbitt & Carmen Rodriguez with Seminar star, Michael Mulligan…More info on that to come. For more info go to the website at www.keywestfringe.org.

FAMILY IN NEED….A teenage girl and her father have lost everything in a recent house fire. If you can help with cash or clothing please let her know by calling her at 587-6726. Clothing sizes for the girl are sz. 3/5 and sz. 9 shoe…..the father needs size Large shirts and pants 34/36.

AQUANETTES PERFORM …every single night….at 9 pm at Aqua Nightclub…..and on Friday and Saturday, two shows, at 9 and 11 pm! These are great fun!!!!!

LE PETIT PARIS A NEW CAFÉ IN TOWN….This great new restaurant at 825 Duval St. is owned and operated by the darling Robert Konopka….who has a real special place here…..delish food. Great chef….creative and yummy….with new dishes added all the time…..using natural ingredients….Robert has some marvelous ideas and I will be sharing them with you. Open until midnight every day….Go to www.lepetitpariskeywest.com for more information. They will be getting a beer & wine license but in the meantime you can BYOB!!!!

UPDATE ON TERRI WHITE & DONNA BARNETT….The girls are settling in to their new Hollywood, CA apt. and love it! ….Terri is appeared at The Razz Room in San Francisco on Jan. 6….The Kennedy Center in DC on Jan. 25…They will be celebrating Terri’s birthday there on Jan. 24th!!!! They will be in Key West in March for Passover…..then to DelRay Beach for the Crest Theatre, April 1 & 2! We all sure miss them in Key West!!! Let me know if you need their address.

TOM OOSTERHOUDT…..Tom continues to be having physical therapy as he recovers from major back surgery. Please continue to support Tom with love and prayers during this challenging time. You can e-mail Tom at ooster@conchcolor.com. You can send cards and messages to him at 314 Simonton St., Key West, FL 33040. Thank you!!!

BRUCE MOORE TIX NOW AVAILABLE…..Bruce is presenting a show, Back in Business, at Tennessee Wms. Cabaret on Feb. 18…. Go to www.keystix.com to reserve your table or seats. Musical director is Charlie Lindberg….with Skipper Kripitz and Joe Dallas. We will all be so glad when Bruce is back in Key West! Linda Greenberg cannot attend and has 2 table tix for sale. You can call her at 646-675-2210 to make arrangements to purchase.

TAP DANCING WILL RESUME….Hey you tappers out there. Bruce Moore will be back in Key West from Jan. 26 thru April 10th or so. He plans on resurrecting his Tap classes on Feb. 1st, at Body Zone South, in the Winn-Dixie Center, when he returns. Rank Beginners start at 10 am on Feb. 1 and at 11 am on Feb. 2.….This class is geared to those with no Tap experience at all. Bruce promises to go VERY slowly with these classes, in a non-pressure environment. Advanced Beginners begin at 11 am on Friday, Feb. 1. Intermediate class is at Noon on Saturday, Feb. 2.

SOLO RESTAURANT….This new fab restaurant at 610 Greene St. is as classy as they get….It is owned and operated by Maria Wevers, owner of Grand Café! From 4 to 6 pm every day, this American Bistro all drinks, including bottles of wine and all appetizers and flatbreads are 50% during Happy Hour….. Stop in and tell Maria I sent you! And don’t forget to wish her a Happy Birthday on Feb. 5th!!!!!

TIX ALSO AVAIALABLE FOR TENNESSEE WILLIAMS THEATRE SHOWS….….…..Bobby in the Lobby….Bobby & Carmen at the Little White House….Libby York at the Little Whitehouse …Travis Tritt….The Midtown Men… A Chorus Line… Hair….The Platters, Coasters, Drifters & Temptations Salute….The Marvelettes,….Barry White Tribute….Randy Roberts Cabaret….A Brotherhood of Man…The Symphony Master Concerts….VaVaVoom Valentine Variety Burlesque Show….The Vienna Boys’ Choir….Paradise Big Band….Women’s Hope Concert…Maj Johnson Concert….FKCC Spring Concert….. etc. Go to www.keystix.com and see all that is going on and buy NOW! Or call the Box office at 295-7676.

CAFÉ SOLE STARTS DISCOUNT starting on JAN. 1….From 5 to 6:30 pm, this great restaurant will offer a Locals Special….50% off regular menu and wines by the glass! Call 294-0230 for reservations.

CARNEVALE IN VENICE, KEY WEST….FEB. 23….Tix are now on sale for the Sons & Daughters of Italy 3rd annual event….at the Gardens Hotel, 526 Angela St. from 5:30 to 8:30 pm….This is a masquerade party….Gen. admission is $20 or $25 at the door. Limited VIP tables are $40 per seat. Homemade Italian appetizers and dessert…Peter Diamond Band….cash bar, silent auction, raffles, costume contest…Go to www.keystix.com for ticket reservations or call 295-7676. Proceeds benefit the KW High School Scholarship fund.

JODYRAE CAMPBELL HAS VELENTINE JEWELRY OFFER…..Jodyrae makes one of a kind jewelry. For Valentine’s Day she is having a special….$20 a pair and three pair for $50. With a gift box. She is donating 20% to the Wounded Warrior Project. Earrings are $20 and watches are $25, and shipping is free. She offers custom orders for bridal parties. Please check out Jodyrae’s website at http://www.lendmeyourears-keywest.com/ for her jewelry pieces. Call her at 305-587-1499 or e-mail her at jodyraecampbell@yahoo.com.

GOOD MORNING FLORIDA KEYS INFO….Jenna Stauffer hosts this show Tues., Wed., Thurs. and Fri. from 7 am to 8:30 am and also at 7 PM. Jenna is the main Host EVERY day. You can view these shows on Comcast Channel 87 and at AT&T U-Verse, Channel 19 if you have U-Verse.….and WorldWide also at the times on website www.tvchannel19.com.

TIX NOW ON SALE FOR BOBBY/CARMEN SHOWS AT LITTLE WHITE HOUSE!! ….These shows, starring Bobby Nesbitt & Carmen Rodriguez, on January 29 and on February 17 & 19 of 2013 are already going fast. Top tables have already been sold. Go to www.keystix.com to read the description. There will be a new show, “Moonlight Serenade”….featuring the songs of World War II….and they will also reprise last year’s show a couple of times, “Sentimental Journey” (Feb. 18). Call Now so you will not be disappointed!!!!

LIBBY YORK AT LITTLE WHITE HOUSE…AND MORE…..The wonderful and classy, Libby York, will be presenting an elegant new series at The Little White House! Go to www.keystix.com to order your tickets for various dates….…March 11 & 12…. Special guest Chicago pianist, Jeremy Kahn who has worked with the greats like Barbara Cook…Libby’s shows will be celebrating the Key West Lifestyle….”Living in Paradise”…and each show will center on a different and unique theme! Great venue for this super jazz singer! Congrats to Libby on her smash evening in New York and Paris! Note that she starts playing Jazz Brunches at Café Sole on Feb. 3, 10 & 24 with Bobby Nesbitt!!!!……

LIBBY WITH HOWARD ALDEN…..This was a smashing show! Libby was all class and she sand some marvelous songs as only she can! We loved every minute. Along with her was renown guitarist, Howard Alden, and Greg Serfo….perfect accompaniment to the lush Libby! The Living Room at the White House is intimate and ideal for Libby to perform in! Get those tix for the March show now!!!!!

HALEY, MULLIGAN ROBINSON….AT TENNESSEE WILLIAMS ON MARCH 23 & 24….This show is called “The Brotherhood of Man” and is an eve of great music featuring these three entertainers with Joe Dallas & Skipper Kripitz too….in the Cabaret…showtime is 8 pm….go to www.keystix.com or call 295-7676 for tickets!

NANCY 3 TEACHING PIANO LESSONS…..Nancy 3 Hoffman will be instructing at the FKCC…beginners to advanced….tailors the class after your wants and needs….Classes start on Jan. 14…call Nancy at 207-939-0301 for more info. The 8 one hour sessions are $300. To register call 305-809-3185, class #CRN20254. Hope you caught Nancy 3 in Oil City Symphony at the Red Barn….she was terrific!!!!!

WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE INSTALLS LOOP SYSTEM FOR HEARING IMPAIRED!!!!!…..The Waterfront Playhouse is NOW fully ADA compliant for hearing impaired…and that is B-I-G!!!!! With the help of a wonderful donor & the Florida Hearing Loop Systems, our theater goers who are hearing impaired can come to the theater and hear every word onstage!!!! The entire stage picks up sound & transmits it wirelessly to T-Coil enabled hearing aids as well as cochlear implant users. The system also came with loaner portable receivers and headsets for hearing impaired individuals who do not have aids or T-Coil equipped hearing aids. The quality of the system has been tested and the signal is extraordinary! We welcome ALL theater goers to come to the Waterfront Playhouse and enjoy every single moment…not just visually, but audibly!!!! We thank Stanley and Judith Zabar for everything they have done to make this possible…and to Bunnie Smith for finding the ideal setup for our Playhouse!!!!

MANDY MILES NEW BOOK!!!!…..Wonderful Key West journalist, Mandy Miles, has come out with another marvelous book, MORE OF MANDY MILES’ TAN LINES: ONLY IN KEY WEST!!!! This is a book you will all want to own and purchase extras to give to Key West enthusiasts as gifts! This delightful read is available for $12.95 on Amazon.com. For a signed copy or more info e-mail mandymileskw@gmail.com to arrange for shipping and delivery! (Look on the back side to read the comment I made about Mandy’s writing!!!)

LOCAL AUTHOR RUSTY HODGDON PUBLISHES ANOTHER NEW BOOK…. Prolific Key West author, Rusty Hodgdon, who was the winner of the 2012 Mystery Fest Writing contest, sponsored by the Waterfront Playhouse, has penned another new book, entitled, INSANITY, based on the true life events of a small CA town where a number of residents began engaging in bizarre behavior…it has more twists & turns than you can imagine! His other books, THE SUBWAY KILLER and SUICIDE. They are “Psycho Thrillers” because they explore the Freudian depths of crime & mystery. You can purchase these three thrillers online at Amazon.com. To read about them, get tantalizing snippets and purchase them go to the following site: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1/184-3359470-9085020?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=RUSTY+HODGDON.

RED BARN ANNOUNCES SEASON…..Celebrate The Barn’s 33 years presenting quality theatre to Key West! …..Nov.29, 30, Dec 1….MADE IN KEY WEST ,fundraiser…details TBA…..Dec. 13-Jan. 12….OIL CITY SYMPHONY….Jan. 22-Feb. 23: THE DIVINE SISTER…Feb. 3-18 & Mar. 17-April 8: LOVE , LOSS & WHAT I WORE……Feb. 27-March 2…TEA FOR THREE…..LADY BIRD, PAT & BETTY……March 12-Ap. 13…TIME STANDS STILL….April 16-20….CONCHS, COWBOYS & TALES OF OLD KEY WEST….April 30-May 25….SHORT ATTENTION SPAN THEATRE!!!!!

TIX ON SALE FOR BENEFIT FOR CONCERT FOR THE ARTS ON FEB. 9…. We already bought our tix for this sure to be great evening….The Arts Council & Tom Oosterhoudt’s Conch Color are co-producing a special eve for the ARTS starring NOEL PAUL STOOKEY….the “Paul” from Peter Paul & Mary fame….It will be at Casa Antigua, Tom O’s & Mary Ann Worth’s beautiful historic home on Simonton St…..included is a marvelous reception….8 pm…Go to www.keystix.com to reserve. Tix are $45 and are limited

MARTIN’S LUNCH SPECIAL……50% off lunch every Thursday for Locals…917 Duval St….. Also every Friday night they have an all you can eat Snow Crab Legs special for $28 each!

BANANA CAFÉ…Locals Dinner Special is 30% off, Sun. thru Thurs., 6:-7:30 pm…..1215 Duval St.

CAMILLE’S RESTAURANT…..Locals Appreciation special is a Bottle of House Wine for 2 or a Martini of the Day or a slice of Key Lime Pie with your dinner entrée. ID required! 1202 Simonton St.

RODNEY ROSS’S NEW BOOK….This handsome and debonair Key West author, has written a great new book…. “The Cool Part of His Pillow”….Both the paperback, at $17.99 and the e-Book at $6.99 are available from Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, the Dreamspinner Press website and other e-tailers…plus mainstream bookstores, including Key West’s Island Books on Fleming St. It is a great read! Support our Key West authors!!!!

PARDISE TENNIS AT 1800 ATLANTIC….CLASSES AND ALL…..To find out the OCTOBER Schedule for Drill & Play, Adult Leagues, Jr. Tennis Camp, Private Lessons,, the Pro Shop etc., contact pro, Nicole at 305-395-1035 or go to http://www.paradisetenniskeywest.com.

STEVE CALDERWOOD’S WINE MESSAGE…..This Wine Guru, knows about all Wine related events happening in Key West and in the Keys. To get on his e-mail list, go to winelizard@me.com or to wineslut@me.com. Tell him I sent you!!!

EVERY FRIDAY AT B.O.’S …..It’s Richard Crooks and Bara Cuda and other musicians, entertaining at 6!

CAFÉ SOLE DAILY SPECIAL….Cafe Sole on Southard St. offers a 50% off regular menu and selected wines, from 5 to 6:15 PM every day of the week!!!!! Thanks to Chef John Correa!!!!

BOXES BY CONNIE HURST….Artist Connie Hurst has created one-of-a-kind, hand-painted boxes for only $20 at Oh-La-La Shop at 533 Whitehead St., across from the Green Parrot.

BUZZZ ON TV……Catch Those fab BUZZZ Babes every Tues. at 4pm at beautiful locations….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. ALL the season’s shows are available on YOU TUBE at www.youtube.com/buzzztv2012. Enjoy the BUZZZ!!!!!!

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!

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.

Love, Lynda

THE AQUARIUS PERSONALITY….JANUARY 21 THROUGH February 20

You have to remember that Aquarians are completely different from every other sign…something sets them apart from everyone else. The typical Aquarian approaches life from a very different perspective than most people. Each Aquarian is a being completely original and innovative. They are totally independent. They follow the beat of a different drum and need to go their own way through life. Loved ones who try to stop them or hold them back will soon discover how useless this policy is. If anything, it will make the Aquarian even more determined to do their own thing….and if no likes it, Tough! Once the Aquarian has made up his mind about something you will go blue in the face trying to persuade them to change it. Even if their decision is difficult for everyone else, they still won’t budge. They are totally unpredictable too. Even if you think you know how an Aquarian will react, they will probably take you by complete surprise and do the very opposite. This is all part of the fun of knowing an Aquarian. Usually, the present is of much more interest to an Aquarian than the past. The here & now is their focus, not what happened a week ago. They have their finger on the pulse of the future, and are light years ahead of others in their thinking. They also operate on a predominantly mental level. They are capable of distancing themselves from situations so they can view them objectively, thus making them seem dispassionate, and even heartless at times…but to them it just means they don’t get swept along by emotion or sentiment. Instead they can simply deal with the facts. Aquarius is the friendliest sign of the zodiac, and they work hard at being chummy with everyone they meet. They value their friends and need to know they are there for them even if they don’t get together very often. They like everyone to love them but only have several very close friends that they rely on for everything. In love, it is vital for an Aquarian to choose a lover who is also a friend. To them the most important relations in their life begin as friendships, with love only arriving after they have established a strong platonic rapport with each other. It is very hard for an Aquarian to love someone if they do not like them too. They also seek partners with a good intellect as they get bored silly if the conversation never progresses past what they saw on TV last night. An Aquarian partner must also respect their need for independence, as they hate to think someone is constantly keeping tabs on their every move. They loathe relationships where they are joined at the hip to their partner. This would make them feel stifled. Although the Aquarian needs to feel that they can come & go as they please, they have trouble giving their partner the same freedom that they want for themselves. The best signs for an Aquarian are Libra, Gemini, Leo and Sagittarius. Aquarians need fulfilling jobs. They are drawn to humanitarian and charitable social work. Being self-employed is ideal for them because they like being the boss. It is not easy for an Aquarian to take orders from anyone, especially if the Aquarian feels he knows more than the boss! Aquarians are happy to help anyone out in a crisis. They will happily bail out a friend in need. They also have a love-hate relationship with money. They love what money can afford them to do and they relish bouts of extravagance, but they hate the way it sucks them into a consumer-led society.

WE LOVE OUR UNIQUE AQUARIAN FRIENDS……HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO….

1/20…Clayton Beattie…Nancy Norris…Gina Karr…Stephen Selka

1/21…Lydia Waterloo

1/22…Carolyn Sullivan…Claire Carroll…Heidi Seidel…Allen Meese…Cory Held

1/24….Bunnie Smith…Tom Luna…Terri White…

1/25…Paul Dietz…Carol MacCartee…Virginia Robbins…Please remember Jerry Cash!

1/27…Jimmy Olson…Stacy Stahl…Denise Rybicki…Dan Simpson…Please remember Rose Lopez.

1/28…John Padget…Mary Falconer…Helen O’Connor

1/29…Melody Cooper…Carol Wickes…Stewart Andrews…Pascal the Dog!

1/30…Kate Miano…

1/31…George Kling…Greg Sergo…Sassy Todd Tuttle

2/2…..Sally Stevens…

2/4……Ellen Batty…Patti McMackin…Rodney Coles

2/5…..Bruce Moore…Maria Wevers…Mo Freedman

2/6….Michael Aaglan…Violet Batty

2/7….Roberta DiPiero…John Waterloo…Rick Dery…Kerry Shelby…Please also remember, Henry Woods & Wilhelmina Harvey

2/8…..Mindy Moore…Steve Porter

2/9…..Joe Liszka…Dan Ward…Jena Stauffer…Julie Johnston…Liz Leonard

2/10…..Lee McMannis…Amy Culver-Aversa…

2/11…John Bolllinger…Elaine Yaquinto…Lindsay Malboef. Please remember Bill Bradford!

2/12…..Judy Blume…Susan Keiser…Ken Domanski…

2/13…..Abby Moore…Chris Tanner…Liz Kern

2/14…Cathy Webster…Mary Ann Worth…Norma Gilmore…Marina Mosher…Carl McMackin…Alan Van Wieren. Please also remember Lois Kline!!!!

2/15…Carol Tedesco……

2/16…Arlene Doty…Shirley Freeman…Phil Sheldon

2/17…..Jim Hall…Kathey Fatica…Kayla Tollen. Please remember Leon Williams.

2/18….Jodie Weinhofer…Wally Clark…Dottie Schwartz. Please remember Gary Adkins.

2/19…Dave Moore…Joe Clerico…Anthony Picone.

2/20…Stephen Hammond…Connie Cyr…Edith Amsterdam. Please remember Sanford Birdsy.

HAPPY AQUARIAN ANNIVERSARY TO….

1/27…..Barry Philipson & Will Nethaway

2/1…..Carol Tedesco & Michael Shields

2/12…..Fred & Diane Covan…..and…..Rex Welton & Brad

2/14…..Melody Cooper & Dan Simpson

Quite a fabulous group I would say!!!! If you are one of those unique Aquarians, please let me know if you feel any of the above description pertains in any way to you. If you receive my blog or read it on my website, and you want to get on, please send me your birthday month and day and that of your significant other, and I will add you to the list. Send it to me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net. You can also send me your anniversary month and day if it applies to you.

Love to you from Lynda!!!!

ABIG THANK YOU TO ALL WHO CONTRIBUTED TO THE PRIZE PACKAGE FOR THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE AQUA IDOLDRY,

THE GARDENS HOTEL…1 NIGHT STAY, CHAMPAGNE & WINE CARD…

JENNIFER BADRY, JEWELRY DESIGNER AT MANGO SEASON & WET PAINT GALLERY, 3GIFT CERTIFICATES….

GOURMET NIBBLES & FLOWERS BY REQUEST…3 GIFT CERTIFICATES

THE TROPIC CINEMA….2 COUPLES MEMBERSHIPS…

ROYAL FURNITURE & THE ELWELL FAMILY…THREE GIFT CERTIFICATES

3 DAY 2 NIGHT NEW YORK APT. STAY, DONATED BY KRISTEN LARKIN,

COFFEE MILL DANCE STUDIO & PENNY LETO…..5 ZUMBA LESSONS

JUGGLING LESSONS…2 1 HOUR LESSONS FOR 6 EACH BY BOUNCE & LALA MARGIL,

IN ONE ERA ANTIQUE SHOP & LETA ANDREWS…..ORIGINAL WATER COLOR

OIL PAINTING BY RENOWN ARTIST, WILLIAM WELCH

GIFT CERTIFICATE FROM STANLEY & JUDY ZABAR OF ZABAR’S IN NYC

ARTIST/PHOTOGRAPHER, PERRY FRANTZMAN…..ART WORK PLUS MONETARY PRIZE

WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE MONETARY PRIZE…. FOR TOP 3 CONTESTANTS

MONETARY PRIZES FROM AQUA NIGHTCLUB & JILL MCDONALD AND SANDY THOMAS

THE MARQUESA RESAURANT, AND CAROL WIGHTMAN….

COCCO & SALEM IMAGINE ART GALLERY….. GIFT CERTIFICATE

THE WICKER GUEST HOUSE ON DUVAL ST….& DON WHITEHEAD….ONE NIGHT STAY

SARABETH’S RESTAURANT & DAVID CASE….. GIFT CERTIFICATE

CAFÉ SOLE & JOHN CORREA…..GIFT CERTIFICATE

PISCES/COMMODORE RESTAURANTS….2 CERTIFICATES

SOUTHERNMOST HOTEL COLLECTION….2 NIGHT STAY, COCKTAILS & $DINNER

2 NIGHT STAY AT BEACHSIDE MARRIOTT PLUS DINNER AT TAVERN ‘N TOWN…ROBERT SPOTTSWOOD

FRAMED PHOTO BY ARTIST KEITH BLAND

THE ASSORTMENT MEN’S STORE ON FLEMING….GIFT CERTIFICATE

SCHOONER WESTERN UNION SAIL FOR 2….

DOROTHY HARDEN & THE WINE COTTAGE ON EATON ST….WINE GIFT BASKET

KENNY WESCHLER OF IN TOUCH ON DUVAL….

FRAN DECKER AT FRANGIPANI GALLERY….3 GIFT CERTIFICATES

LOVE IN BLOOM FLORAL SHOP……

HELEN HARRISON AT HARRISON GALLERY

CAROLYN SULLIVAN & CARMELLO VITALE THREE BAR TABS

AUTOGRAPHED COPIES OF BOOKS WRITTEN BY KEY WEST AND KEY WEST RELATED AUTHORS….PRICELESS!

AUTOGRAPHED CD’S BY LOCAL AND KEY WEST RELATED VOCALISTS…..PRICELESS!

THANK YOU TO ALL CONTRIBUTORS. THIS PRIZE PACKAGE IS WORTH OVER $10,000 AND WILL BE DISTRIBUTED AMONGST THE

TOP THREE CONTESTANTS IN THE AQUA IDOL WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE AT THE FINALE ON FEB. 19TH!!