SANTA IS ON HIS WAY VERY SOON!

DECEMBER 20TH THRU DECEMBER 27TH , IN KW WITH LYNDA!!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN…DEC. 20….It’s Carmen Rodriguez & Michael Thomas from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge at Beachside Marriott!!!

HAPPY DEC. 20TH BIRTHDAY TO….RALPH DEPALMA. (Please remember the wonderful KATHERINE RANEY today!)

39 STEPS TO OPENS AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE ON DEC. 20…..This truly hilarious and delightful play opens tonight at the Waterfront & runs thru Jan.12…. Showtime is 8 pm….On opening night there will be a gala party afterward sponsored & catered by Michael’s Restaurant in honor of long time board member & former president, Henry Woods. The show is sponsored by Conch Color! Directed by Danny Weathers with set design by Michael Boyer…and starring Brandon Beach, David Black, JB McLendon and Erin McKenna…it is guaranteed to knock your socks off! For tix call 294-5015 or go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org for tix and info on the super events, shows, parties, etc. happening at THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE!!!!!

TO TICKET HOLDERS….If you hold a ticket for tonight’s performance and cannot attend, please call the box office at number above to let them know so we can fill those seats.

TOM OOSTERHOUDT & MARY ANN WORTH PARTY ON DEC. 20….Believe it or not, Tom and Mary Ann invite the entire town to attend this amazing annual event at their beautiful Casa Antigua home at 314 Simonton St…..delicious food, drink, music and great fun for the whole community. Party begins at 7 pm and goes at least thru 11 or midnight…so stop in and have a wonderful time! Thanks to Tom and MaryAnn.

BOBBY & SKIPPER AT SALUTE ON DEC. 20….From 4:30 to 6:30 pm, this dynamic duo will entertain you royally playing! Call 292-1117 for reservations.

THANKFUL ON THURSDAY….I am very thankful for so many things…..for Rodney Ross, Valerie Carr, and Scott Pidgen for their big hearts and caring souls…… for the blessing of knowing Merle Hohman who passed away on Monday. He was a wonderful person and we will always miss him……for my husband who is always there for me…. For everyone who is sending lovely cards and messages…they mean a lot….Sending and receiving Christmas cards is one of my favorite holiday traditions. In this electronic age where everyone is in a hurry and trying to save money…it is so heartwarming to know that you were actually thought of enough to be on someone’s list…that they actually took the time to buy a card, write a note, put a stamp on the envelope and then take it to the post office. So all those who have taken that extra step…..I deeply appreciate your effort and I thank you profusely!

THANKFUL FOR DENNIS, BERT & MAXINE…. I am also very thankful to Dennis Beaver & Bert Whitt…and Maxine, Dennis’s mom! They really overwhelmed me the other day! A while back I told Dennis, who collects Nutcrackers, that I have always wanted a Little Red Riding Hood Nutcracker. (FYI, I have been collecting things to do with Little Red Riding Hood for years…..china, books, boxes, toys, dolls, statues, etc.)….but I have looked far & wide and have not been able to find a RRH nutcracker. There is a famous German company that made one a long time ago, and it is now discontinued. I have tried e-bay, etc. with no luck. (also looking for a RR Hood iron doorstop!)….Anyway….Dennis & Bert came to our door and had a package for me. I opened it up, and lo and behold! A Little Red Riding Hood Nutcracker! I was dumb struck! Dennis had mentioned my quest for this item to his dear mom, and she got such a kick out of it, she created one just for me!!!!! It is SO adorable!!!! Needless to say the whole presentation brought tears to my eyes and a lump in my throat! This is what they refer to as “The True Spirit of Christmas.” Do I believe in Santa Claus? Yes…..he exists in the hearts of people like Dennis, Bert and Maxine!!!!!

OIL CITY SYMPHONY AT RED BARN ON DEC. 20, 21, 22…..This delightful musical starring Gayla Morgan, Laurie Breakwell, Charlie Lindberg, & Trey Forsyth is at 8 pm at The Red Barn…Call 296-9911 for tix!

LE PETIT PARIS CAFÉ, OPENS ITS DOORS…..This new restaurant opened 6 weeks ago at 825 Duval St. It is delicious in so many ways. Its owner, Robert Konapka, formerly of Tavern ‘N Town, is brimming with ideas and is a total delight. The place is immaculate, decorated beautifully, and the food is delish… with a young chef who knows what she is doing in the kitchen. They specialize in serving organic & natural food….Right now the menu is lots of salads, great crepes and omelets, wonderful drinks and coffees…and all served by the gorgeous Simona! You can dine indoors or on the patio with umbrella tables…..Right now you can bring your own bottle of wine for dinner….soon they will be adding a beer & wine bar….An added bonus is that there is parking! Learn more about this sure-to-be hot spot by going to www.lepetitpariskeywest.com. Also, Robert informed me that they are hosting a fabulous New Year’s Eve Party, on Dec. 31, with entertainment by national pole fitness competitor, Kelly Elizabeth Goss.. and DJ Lucy will be playing great dance music….It will be a gourmet, all you can eat & drink evening till the Ball drops. Cost is $75 per person, and there are VIP seats at $150 each. Call 393-2592 for more information on this new spot in town….

WALK ON WHITE AT THE STUDIOS ON DEC. 20….TSKW 3rd annual members’ winter show, “Connect/Disconnect” will be on view in the Main Hall, Dec. 20-Jan.11….6 to 9 pm…artist reception….There is another show in Space 2 by 3 women artists, Judi Bradford, Tyler Buckheim and Marta White…..come and see this unique artword exhibit by these fascinating women artists!

HARRISON GALLERY BOOK SIGNING ON DEC. 20….Stop in from 6 to 9 pm at 825 White St. where Ben Harrison will be signing his new book, CHARLIE JONES….Note that book reviewer, Bud Navero has called this book ‘a fundamental American Masterpiece.’

STONE SOUP GALLERY ON DEC. 20…..This gallery at 802 White St. presents award-winning visual artist, Joe Jackson, in his first one-man show, ‘LIFE AT WATER’S EDGE”….reception is from 6 to 9 pm….15 marvelous oil painting….do stop in!

COFFEEMILL DANCE MONTHLY HIPSO FACTO ON DEC. 20….Stop by the CoffeMill at 8 pm to view some wonderful dancing and entertainment by featured dancer, Denis Hyland, Carolyn Cooper, Kim Schroeder, Kyla Piscopink, and Leigh Pujado…916 Pohalski St. This is part of Walk on White.

GREEN PARROT CHRISTMAS PARTY ON DEC. 20….The Parrot hosts its annual party…standards, blues & rock.

LATEDA ON DEC. 2O….It’s Debra & Patrick at 9 pm in the By George Bar at the DA!

MOCKINGBIRD STUDIOS ON DEC. 20…..A gathering of friends…..7 to 10 pm….1616 Catherine St…..Artists reception….All invited.

SHOTS & GIGGLES ON DEC. 20…..From 5 to ?, there will be a wine tasting….

PIER HOUSE ON DEC. 20 & 21….Larry Smith is at the piano at 7 pm, in the Wine Galley.

SCHOONER WHARF ON DEC. 20…..Noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud….7 to midnight, the Cool Duo!

PLEASE REMEMBER LESLIE LEONELLI ON DEC. 21.

39 STEPS AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE ON DEC. 21, 22, 23….Call 294-5015 or go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org for tix to this fantabulous show at the Waterfront! Showtime is 8 pm!!!!!

NUTCRACKER AT TENNESSEE WMS. ON DEC. 21…..This is one not to miss! Call 296-1520 for tix or go to www.keystix.com. 7 pm showtime!

AT THE BOTTLECAP…DEC. 21….From 5 to 8 pm, all tips benefit the Blessed Community gospel Choir…celebrating the Joy of Christmas…This will be a great night of singing and music…Clayton & Calvin Lopez bros. will be performing … 1128 Simonton St.

LAST SUNSET CELEBRATION ON DEC. 21…..Hopefully the Mayans have it wrong, but Sunset Pier at Ocean Key House is hosting this event….Tix are $30 & includes open bar from, 5:45 to 8 pm….and if there is a Saturday, and open bar from noon to 1 pm, to celebrate your survival. Music and $3 tacos, because you don’t want to go down on an empty stomach!

GRAND VIN END OF WORLD PARTY ON DEC. 21….The Vin is celebrating the end of the world with a lighted house trolley ride at 7:30 pm…..Seats are all sold out, but come after for the Party!

AT THE GARDENS ON DEC. 21….From 5 to 7 pm, it’s Michael Robinson at the piano!

FREE EVENT AT CORK & STOGIE….From 8 to 11 pm….wine, food , & music! And let’s hope that tomorrow will come!

EYECONS CHRISTMAS SHOW AT LATEDA ON DEC. 21 & hopefully, DEC, 22…..It’s Christopher Peterson’s famously incredibly hilarious, Eyecons CHRISTMAS SHOW at 9 pm…call 296-6706 for tix….In the By George Bar at 9 pm, it’s Debra & Patrick!!!!!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON DEC. 21&23….It’s Rob DiStasi at the piano from 6 to 10 pm!

SCHOONER WHARF ON DEC. 21 & 22…Noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud….7 to midnight, The Alliens!!!!

TROPIC CINEMA…..DEC. 21 THRU DEC. 27…HITCHCOCK…..CHASING ICE….LINCOLN…. THE GUILT TRIP…..LEAVING: ANNA KARENINA…CLOUD ATLAS….ARGO….THE FITZGERALD FAMILY CHRISTMAS…THE FLAT….(last chance to see those leaving is Thurs., Dec. 27)

HAPPY DEC. 22 BIRTHDAY TO….BOB DECKER….SCOTT WILSON!

NUTCRACKER AT TENNESSEE WMS. ON DEC. 22….This marvelous show is at 1:30 pm and 4:00 pm…two shows this day. Call 296-5120 or go to www.keystix.com for tix.

39 STEPS AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE ON DEC. 22….CALL 294-5015 FOR TIX!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON DEC. 22…It’s Bobby Nesbitt entertaining from 6 to 10 pm in the Lounge at Beachside Marriott!

OIL CITY SYMPHONY AT RED BARN……DEC. 22….CALL 296-9911 FOR TIX!

BIGHT CHRISTMAS CONCERT ON DEC. 22 & 23…..Under the stars from 6 to 8 pm at the plaza at Greene & Elizabeth Sts….violin, fiddle, holiday tunes…performed by Violins in Motion from Ft. Lauderdale, consisting of talented 4 to 18 yr. old Sout FLA & international students….Donations accepted for the fight against childhood diabetes. All invited to this event.

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ BAR….DEC. 22….Skipper Kripitz will be joined at 8 pm by singer/guitarist, Adrienne at 821 Duval St…..This is a great little new spot for good jazz and do give it a try!

AT THE GARDENS HOTEL ON DEC. 22…It’s Bobby Green at the piano from 5 to 7 pm!

CHRISTOPHER PETERSON’S FABULOUS CHIRSTMAS SHOW AT LATEDA ON DEC. 22….We survived!!!! At 9 pm…it’s Christopher Peterson’s famous Eyecons CHRISTMAS SHOW …call 296-6706 for tix. Debra & Patrick entertain in the By George Bar at 9 pm.

HAPPY DEC. 23. BIRTHDAY TO….LINDA RUSSIN!

THE 29TH ANNUAL CONCERT AT ST. PAUL’S…DEC. 23.….This one night only event is a true KW tradition! Countless KW singers and entertainers will fill your hearts with the Christmas spirit! It is at 7 pm at St. Paul’s Church, 401 Duval St. Tix are available at St. Paul’s & MacArthur Music….$20 donation. Call 296-5142. This concert will be dedicated to the wonderful memory of LARRY HARVEY…who sang in 28 of these concerts…..he passed away this year but his memory will surely live on in all of our hearts and minds!

GARDENS HOTEL ON DEC. 23…..4 to 6:30 pm…..It’s Richard Tazwell, Skipper Kripitz, and Marty Stonely…food available thru the afternoon….526 Angela St.

PIER HOUSE CHRISTMAS SHOWCASE….DEC. 23….At 9 pm, it will be the ‘Alumni’ showcase singers with holiday music. It will be a special night in the Wine Galley.

PRAYER CHAIN…..Please continue to remember the following in your thoughts and prayers……the Family & Friends of Diane & Merle Hohman…..the Family of Holly Merrill and Steve Turco….Bob Leiby…….Ric Palmer….the family of Valerie Carr…Sal Salinero…Tom Oosterhoudt… Richard Stephens…Sue Paden…Richard Crooks…Bonnie Piceu…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!

LATEDA ON DEC. 23…..At 4 pm, it’s JINGLE BELL TEA DANCE….at 8:30 pm, it’s Debra & Patrick in the By George Bar!!!!!

SCHOONER WHARF ON DEC. 23….Noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud….6:30 to 11 pm, The Doerfels!!!!

HAPPY CHRISTMAS EVE BIRTHDAY TO…..LESTER BOATWRIGHT….SR. JANE SILK.. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO BOBBY NESBITT & MICHAEL MULLIGAN….31 YEARS!!!

JAZZ NIGHT AT THE PIER HOUSE ON DEC. 24….At 9 pm, Larry will be joined by Richard Crooks and Tim McAlpine in the Wine Galley.

LATEDA ON DEC. 24….Dave Bootle is in the By George Bar at 8:30 pm!!!

VIRGILIO’S ON DEC. 24….Martini Monday at 9:30 pm!!!!! To 11 pm, George Victory & Friends.

SCHOONER WHARF ON DEC. 24…..Noon to 5 pm, Raven & Bubba….7

HAPPY DEC. 25 CHRISTMAS DAY BIRTHDAY TO….BILL BELOBRAIDICH….CHRIS LIPPA… BILL PORTER…EMIL IMBRO!!!

AND MERRY CHRISTMAS TO EVERYONE!

LATEDA ON DEC. 25….Christopher Peterson performs at 9 pm in the Crystal Room… In the By George Bar, it’s Dave Bootle rockin the night away!

AT VIRGILIO’S DEC. 25….It’s Skipper, Richard Tazwell, & Tim McAlpine entertaining at 9 pm till late!

SCHOONER WHARF ON DEC. 25….Noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud…..7 to 11 pm, Raven Cooper!

HAPPY DEC. 26TH BIRTHDAY TO….RICHARD WATHERWAX…ALISSA RUSSIN!:30 pm until 9:30 pm.

BOBBY NESBITT AT AQUA NIGHTCLUB ON DEC. 26….Stop in from 5:30 to 7:30 pm to hear the always wonderful music played and sung by the great Bobby!!!!

39 STEPS AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE ON DEC. 26,27,28….Call 294-5015 for tix to this sensational and hilarious show at the esteemed Waterfront Playhouse!

AT THE RED BARN….DEC.26-28…..Call 296-9911 for tix to this yummy new show at the Barn!

LATEDA ON DEC. 26….Dave Bootle entertains in the By George Bar at 8:30 pm on!

SCHOONER WHARF ON DEC. 26…..Noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud….7 to 11 pm, Gary Hempsey performs.

HAPPY DEC. 27TH BIRTHDAY TO…ROBIN DECK…SKIPPER KRIPITZ…RUTH CAHOON .

HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR ON DEC. 27 & 28…..Time is 4 to 8 pm….tix are $30 online at www.oirf.org or call 294-9501….or at Royal Furniture, KW Oldest House, and at the featured homes on the tour. This benefits the Old Island Restoration Foundation.

CHRISTMAS JAZZ CONCERT AT OLDEST HOUSE GARDEN ON DEC. 27….This event, at the Oldest House at 322 Duval St….. will start at 6 pm…headliners for this eve are internationally known jazz singer, Libby York, with musicians, Tim Mayer, Scott Marischen, Linda Sparks, Terry Trentham & Richard Crooks…Other vocalists will be Valerie Carr, Eric Haley, Karen Heins, Ruben Navarro, Kathleen Peace, Cliff Sawyer, Melody cooper, Michale Kilgore, and more. Admission is $300 for tables of 8….VIP tables are available for $320 & single tix are $35. Great music, heavy hors d’oeuvres, dessert and champagne at each table. Call 517-6851 to reserve.

PRIOR TO THE ABOVE CONCERT….ON DEC. 27….At 4 pm, jazz saxophonist will present a FREE sax master class at the Oldest House before the concert just mentioned. Tim is from the Berklee School of Music.

CELEBRATE SKIPPER’S BIRTHDAY AT SALUTE….DEC. 27….It’s KOPAVI with birthday boy Skipper Kripitz & Richard Tazwell from 4:30 to 6:30 pm on the beach at Salute!

LATEDA ON DEC. 27….It’s Randy Roberts LIVE! At 9 pm in the Crystal Room…296-6706 for tix….Downstairs in the By George Bar, it’s Debra & Patrick!

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ BAR on DEC. 27…AT 9 PM…..KOPAVI entertains in this little new gem of a spot!

SCHOONER WHARF ON DEC. 27….Noon to 5 pm, Michael McCloud….7 to midnight, Cool Breeze entertains!

HAPPY DEC. 28TH BIRTHDAY TO….JEFF JOHNSON…BERNARD SLEDZ

HAPPY DEC. 29TH BIRTHDAY TO….KITTY CLEMENTS….DAN COCCO!

MARC HOUSE X-MAS TREES ON SALE NOW THRU X-MAS ….. The Tree Lot at The MARC House is open every day from 9 am until 8 pm every day till Christmas!

WINDOWS AT ROYAL FURNITURE.. thru DECEMBER……..Check out a series of 8 black & white studio sittings and video testimonials for viewing in the windows of Royal Furniture in Searstown Plaza…called…”I Am That Someone”…This is an amazing and moving exhibit. Take time to look it over…..hope you will be able to view the heart wrenching video put together by the magic of Rodney Ross! Fabulous and very moving…Videos are accessible via QRC (quick response codes). You can use the app on your phone to view the video. The photography is by Annabel Williams.

AUDUBON HOUSE…ALL DEC…..FREE admission at this museum at 205 WhiteheadSt….to locals & military all the month of Dec.

SCULPTURE KEY WEST TILL MARCH 23…..Lots of wonderful large and interesting pieces make this an exciting event for everyone to enjoy….both at Higgs Beach at the West Martello Museum and at Ft. Zach. All welcome!!!!

OIL CITY SYMPHONY AT RED BARN thru JAN. 12……Directed by Joy Hawkins and starring Gayla Morgan, Charlie Lindberg, Laurie Breakwell, and Trey Forsyth, this is about former high school students, returning to their alma mater for a tribute to honor their music teacher…..opens on Dec. 13 at 8 pm….and runs thru Jan. 12, Tues., thru Sat. Call 296-9911 or go online to www.redbarntheatre.com for tix. This will be a great time for everyone! I am smiling just thinking about it!!!

NUTCRACKER KEY WEST OPENS DEC. 19-22…..This is a most magical presentation…. Spectacular dancing…costumes…music….scenery….and the children are amazing! Thanks to Joyce Stahl for all she has done with this beautiful and unforgettable Nutcracker….not like any other anywhere as it is all geared uniquely to Key West! Besides the wonderful children and local adult dancers, there are 10 visiting professional dancers. Shows are on…Dec. 19, 20,21 at 7 pm…Dec. 22 at 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm. Tix are $25 to $50…go to www.keystix.com. For more info go to www.nutcrackerkeywest.com. You will never forget this presentation…Never!

KEY WEST FRINGE GALA ON JAN. 13…..This event will be at the home of Barbara & Creighton Webb, 1216 Washington St. from 7 to 9 pm….Tix are $100 each and are now on sale at www.keywstix.com or call Joe Viana at 296-4761. Entertainment by the always marvelous Bobby Nesbitt & Carmen Rodriguez with special guest star, Michael Mulligan, the star of the Fringe’s upcoming SEMINAR!!!!

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…

ANNUAL GALA: RUFFLES & FLOURISHES…..JAN. 20….Great food by the Iron Chefs, open bar….fab Silent Auction….great dance music by Dave Bootle…at home of Jimmy Olson & Keith Dempster….6 to 9 pm….$75 FOR Waterfront Members, $150 for nonmembers…. )2 complimentary tix are given to all Waterfront members at the Designer, Director & Producer levels!!!)

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 FLAMING 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!!!!!

CONDO FOR RENT…..My friend, Kristen Ryan has a fabulous condo to rent ….2 bedroom, 2 bath unit at the Hyatt Beach Club in Key West….Sleeps 6….Available President’s Day Week, Feb. 17th to Feb. 24th, 2013…..$1,500 for the week. If interested, call Kristen at 305-296-7775 or e-mail her at kristenmcglynn@hotmail.com.

NEW BOOK…..”STREISAND: HER LIFE”….This book, the definitive bio on Barbra Streisand, was written by my good friend, Richie Spada’s brother, well-known biographer, James Spada. It is now available as an eBook in Amazon’s Kindle store for just $9.99. It can be downloaded to a computer or any other reading device as well as to a Kindle. Hundreds of people were interviewed for this amazing story including Vincente Minneli, Robert Redford, Barry Gibb, and Paul Willliams. You can also download at Barnes & Noble, iTunes and Kobo. The link to Amazon is http://www.amazon.com/Streisand-Her-Life-2012-ebook/dp/BooA8SDGL4/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-textie=UTF8&qid=1353343329&sr=1-&keywords=streisand+her+life. (Phew!!!!!)

Love to you and Remember…A lovely thing about Christmas is that it is compulsory. ….like a thunderstorm…and we all go through it together!

Lynda

LYNDA’S KEY WEST ADDENDUM!!!!!

DEAR READERS……In this Addendum you will find future events, show schedules, reviews I may write, restaurant specials, 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!

TIX ON SALE FOR 39 STEPS AT THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE…..This play runs from Dec. 20 to Jan. 12 (preview dates are Dec. 18 & 19) and you will NOT want to miss this fabulous and hilarious play! Directed by Danny Weathers, with brilliant set designs by Michael Boyer, it stars Brandon Beach, Erin McKenna, David Black and JB McLendon…they each create 150+ characters during this fast paced and amazing show. We saw it several years ago in NYC and LOVED every moment…..it is so funny, you may want to wear your depends!!!! Call 294-5015 for tix or go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org for reservations and info.

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! 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!!!

8TH ANNUAL KW DACHSHUND WALK DEC. 31 AT NOON!!!!…..All dogs & owners, gather at the Courthouse, 500 Whitehead St., for a Noon departure…the 3 block parade goes down Fleming to Duval to Applerouth Lane. Please bring a bag of cat or dog food for donation to the Community Pet Pantry. The Dachshund is the official dog of Key West!

MARC HOUSE TREES ON SALE….The Tree Lot at the MARC House on Seminary St. is filled with the most fab Trees, wreathes, and décor to deck your home for the holidays. Open 9 to 8 pm till Christmas. Let them know if you can volunteer your time and services.

HAPPY HOUR AT COLOMBIAN GRACE RESTAURANT…..From Tues. thru Sun., Colombian Grace Restaurant at 223 Petronia St., hosts Happy Hour from 4:30 to 6:30 pm on the Upstairs Balcony…great drink and food specials…Give it a try. We love this place! And Note that if you are a Member of The Waterfront Playhouse, you can get a 20% discount every time you go there until the end of September! One of the perks of being a WF Member!

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 Dec. 27 & 28, 4 to 8 pm…Jan. 18 & 19 from 4 to 8 pm…Feb. 15 & 16 from 10 am to 4 pm …March 15 & 16 from 10 am to 4 pm….Tix are $30 and benefits the Old Island Restoration in Key West. Call 294-9501 for more info or to volunteer.

WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE ANNOUNCES SEASON: You will NOT want to miss a single show! ….Dec. 20-Jan. 12, THE 39 STEPS…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.

UPDATE ON TERRI WHITE & DONNA BARNETT….The girls are settling in to their new Hollywood, CA apt. and love it! They are in Germany Nov. 4th…Terri is performing there….Terri is appearing 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!!!

TOM OOSTERHOUDT & MARY ANN WORTH INVITE YOU ON DEC. 20…..From 8 to 11 pm, Casa Antigua will be open and everyone in town is invited….delish food and drink for all!

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.

TIX ALSO AVAIALABLE FOR…..….the Nutcracker production in Dec…..The South Florida Symphony productions…..Barbara Cook…..Paradise Big Band…..Bobby in the Lobby….Bobby & Carmen at the Little White House….Libby York at the Little Whitehouse…Kim Gordon’s cabaret show….LeeRoy Reams….Queen Kathleen….Travis Tritt, etc. Go to www.keystix.com and see all that is going on and buy NOW!

JODYRAE CAMPBELL HAS JEWELRY OFFER…..Jewelry designer makes one of a kind jewelry. 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. Jodyrae is donating $5 from each pair of earrings sold this month until the Soldier Ride, to the Wounded Warrior Project!!!!

MUSIC VIDEO…AMERICAN DREAM…..Singer, Adrienne has written a marvelous song with Larry Smith. Please check their you tube video out…American Dream-Key West Style….Go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Zr935f8U5c. I urge you all to listen to this video. Thanks!!!!

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.

TAVERN ‘N TOWN…..Just need to make a mention of the wonderful service and delish food being served at this great dining spot! I commend Ric Palmer and his attention to detail and his catering to the Locals in Key West. He is a true asset to our town. We also mention that we were at Sunday brunch on Nov. 24, and they do it up first class!

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…..Libby York on Jan. 14 & 15, with Concord Records recording artist, guitarist, HOWARD ALDEN!!!!!…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 Dec. 2……and she an Bobby Nesbitt will perform at Café Sole on New Year’s Eve.

TIX ON SALE FOR KIM GORDON SHOW AT TENNESSEE WILLIAMS ….”A Fine Romance” starring Kim L. Gordon, will be presented in the Cabaret on Jan. 19…. At 8 pm….Tix are $25 to $40….with Harry Schroeder, Richard Crooks, Mike Emerson, Joe Dallas, Les Dudley, Georges Hemund, Kelly Rosch, & Linda Sparks….Classic love songs from Broadway and film….Go to www.keystix.com for tix or call 296-1520 for more info on this show!

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…..

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….a great gift, just in time for Christmas Gifts!

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 Gardens Hotel EARNS FODOR’S CHOICE 2012 DISTINCTION FROM FODOR’S TRAVEL

Key West, FL Dec 20, 2012 Fodor’s, the leading name in travel guides for over 75 years, today announced that The Gardens Hotel has been recognized as a 2012 Fodor’s Choice selection. This distinction designates The Gardens Hotel as a leader in its field for service, quality, and value in the 2012 year.

The editors and experts of Fodor’s have been selecting only the top fifteen percent of their listed properties and activities as Fodor’s Choice award recipients since 1988. Every year, Fodor’s writer’s experience, examine and evaluate thousands of hotels, restaurants and attractions in their travels across the globe. While every business included in a Fodor’s guide is deemed worth a traveler’s time, only those offering a truly remarkable experience are given the Fodor’s Choice designation.

For more than 75 years Fodor’s has presented travelers with the very top recommendations from hidden-away restaurants to can’t-miss museums, to make sure they’re making the most of their travels. The 2012 Fodor’s Choice recipients are the best of the best, providing a remarkable experience in their price range or category.

As a 2012 Fodor’s Choice property The Gardens Hotel will receive special recognition in the next Fodor’s guidebook to this area and on www.Fodors.com.

“The Gardens Hotel is the luxury boutique hotel in Key West. Consistent attention to detail and anticipating our guest’s needs is our main focus” said Kate Miano, Owner.

The Gardens Hotel is very involved in the community and enjoys a pleasant mix of locals and guests at the Sunday Jazz in the Gardens series. Live piano on Friday and Saturday evenings are a perfect end to your day while tasting wine at the d’Vine Wine Gallery. This is a unique one of a kind tasting system in the Florida Keys. Guests can taste, flight or pour over 35 different wines from around the world with food pairing available.

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The Gardens Hotel

Jim Marquardt

jim@gardenshotel.com