SAYING GOOD-BYE TO MARCH!!!
THANKFUL THURSDAY, MARCH 31st, 2011, in KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!!
PRAYER CHAIN… Please keep the following in your special thoughts and prayers…….Carol Schenk….Stephen Elliott….Rose Lopez….Claire Carroll…..Jennifer O’Lear……Nancy Robinson….Sally Lewis….Alan Ferguson …..Vanessa McCaffrey……Richard Crooks…Richard Stephens… Lottie Domski…Anne Stevens and Family…..the Winiarski Family……Also, say some extra prayers for all those thousands of people who lost their lives in the earthquake in Japan, and their families. We are all in this together….and ARE One Human Family!
NANCY SEIDEL IS THANKFUL……. “for the Key West Library. They allow me the opportunity to volunteer and have fabulous resources FREE!!! I am thankful for the puns that you include in your blog….they tickle me!” (Thanks Nancy….I will put one in for you today!)
KONK AM 1500 RADIO……This Week!!!! On 3/31 it will be singer/songwriter, Ben Harrison who will talk about his 4/1 concert at The Studios (read below)….On 4/1, it’s Film on Friday with Shirrel Rhoades!!!!!
“BECKY’S NEW CAR”, AT THE RED BARN…Wed. thru Sat. each week….3/30-4/2…. This hit comedy, directed by Joy Hawkins, stars Maribeth Graham, Mook J, Douglas Shook, Erin McKenna, Kyle Caskey, and Justin Ahearn. This show is at 8 PM and runs through April 9th. For tix go to www.redbarntheatre.com or call 296-9911. We saw this super show and it is marvelous! The acting is ALL terrific, but it is Maribeth Graham’s show all the way….She is such a breath of fresh air, charming as all get out, and you cannot help but love her to pieces! Congrats to The Red Barn on another super production
‘REASONS TO BE PRETTY’ AT RED BARN….4/3,4,5….… This play, written by Neil LaBute & directed by Carole MacCartee, runs Sun., Mon., & Tues. through April 5th. Starring 4 great actors, Brandon Beach, Shakti Assouline, Amber McDonald Good, and John Good, this play is about the decisions of youth, and makes a case for what you believe , being yourself and being brave when confronting hard choices…and will challenge you to be a part of the world and not merely an onlooker! Sounds like another winner for The Red Barn Theatre. Call 296-9911 for reservations or go to www.redbarntheatre.com.
CONGRATS TO THE HOLLENBACKS AND CONCH TV…. Gail & Craig Hollenback of ConchTV have some great news to share…Congrats are in order! Just go to…. https://www.conchtv.com/conch-republic-media-group-press-release-01?rootcat=home and you will find out what everyone is excited about! We share in their joy!!!!
PUN OF THE DAY…..The telegraph operator who accidentally sent the same message twice, was remorseful!!!!! (Just for you, Nancy Seidel!!)
CAROLE & STEVE SONSTEIN ARE THANKFUL…… “to announce the birth of our fourth grandchild, Hannah Sarina, born Feb. 28th, weighing in at 9 lbs. Her parents are our son, Bill and his wife Susan. I am thankful to be able to send some happy news!”
HELP KEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL WITH OPERATION GRADUATION…. The community is planning the events of Operation Graduation for the senior class…an all night event providing a safe, alcohol & drug free celebration….a night of music, dancing, movies, games, fun and food. Everyone is asked to help, as it takes a great effort to make this happen.
Donations can be sent to Key West High School….Attention of Leslie Holmes….at 2100 Flagler Ave…..Key West, FL 33040. Contact Leslie at 293-1549, ex:54434, or e-mail her at leslie.holmes@keysschools.com. Thanks for your help & caring!
SCHOONER WHARF, MARCH 31st…. From Noon until 5 pm, it’s Michael McClou…..From 9 pm until 1 am, it’s the Magic of Frank Everhart.
JOSEPH LOWE PERFORMS FREE CONCERT AT ST. PAUL’S 3/28 to4/1 This concert is presented from Noon until 1:00 PM, every day during the week only. FREE!!!!
LATEDA ON MARCH 31 thru APRIL 3rd…… All three nights, it’s great music from Debra & Patrick at 8:30 PM in the By George Bar…..Bring your dancin’ shoes!!!!! On April 1st and 2nd, it’s Randy Roberts LIVE….at 9 pm in the Crystal Room! Call 296-6706 for tickets!
NEXT FISH FRY AT ST. MARY’S , FRIDAY….APRIL 1st… The St. Mary’s Knights of Columbus serve this amazing all you can eat fish fry every Fri. during Lent and ALL are invited! Meal includes, fried or baked fish, fries, black beans & rice, cole slaw, Cuban bread, soft drinks, dessert, tea and water…for ONLY $10 adults & Kids $5. Conch Fritters are available for $2 more… Time is 5 to 8 PM….All proceeds go to help the School!
SKIPPER AND GORDY AT SALUTE…APRIL 1st… These great duo entertain for your dining pleasure, every Friday at Salute Restaurant at Higgs Beach, 1000Atlantic from 5:30 to 7:30 pm! Skipper Kripitz, Gordy Michael, good food, gorgeous setting, the ocean, blue skies, the sunset, great music…..That should definitely make someone’s Thankful Thursday List!!!!
TAVERN ‘N TOWN SCHEDULE….3/ 31….4/1 3/31, it’s Gordy Michael and Carmen Rodriguez, sexy as all get out, performing 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge at Beachside Marriott… On 4/1, it’s Carmen Rodriguez & Tim McAlpine entertaining…….2 for 1 cocktails from 5 to 7 pm every single evening! Special Tapas Menu on Tues. & Thurs.
MICHAEL SHIELDS IS THANKFUL…… “I am thankful to live in a community where people demonstrate and act on principle, not convenience…behave with integrity, not solely self-interest…and who share with those less fortunate, and have compassion and commitment to building a better community!”
THE CAPTAINS OF IMPROV….APRIL 1st… This fresh comedy group performs at The Hog’s Breath at 8 and 10 pm at 400 Front St., until April 22nd. From then on they are the opening act for The Red Barn’s Short Attention Span Theatre on Wed. thru Sat., at 8 pm,4/27 thru 5/28. Go to www.thecaptainsofimprov.com for more information .
COMEDY CLASSES HELD SUNDAYS….. The Captains of Improv will be holding Comedy Classes on Sundays, from 4 to 6 pm. The $75 fee includes five classes and admission to five shows. Come learn, play & laugh with a team of improve pros at Digital Island Media, 955 Caroline St., Suite 7. For more info e-mail mike.captains.improv@gmail.com or call 731-4680.
‘BABY T’ AT THE BULL ON MARCH 31…. Allison Mayer, AKA Baby T, performs at the Bull from 10 pm until 2 AM!!!!! She is red hot!
LIBBY AND GORDY AT CAFÉ SOLE…April 3rd… This great duo performs from noon until 2 pm at Café Sole for Brunch. Call 294-0230 to reserve.
JIMMY OLSON ENTERTAINS AT SQUARE ONE….4/3 & 4…..… Jimmy will be at the piano from 6 to 9 pm at Square One Restaurant….playing all your fave tunes….All singers are invited to sing while Jimmy plays! Just let him know! Every Sun. & Mon. evening!
SHAMELESS PLUG FOR BOB FRECHETTE….. Did you know my husband Bob Frechette is a Key West Realtor? He is with Compass Reality in the Truman Annex and he sells property all over the Island. If you need some help, advice, or have someone interested in buying a home….give him a call at 305-304-2584 or e-mail him at rfrec59@bellsouth.net. He is the best if I do say so myself!
THE STUDIOS OFFER OPPORTUNITIES FOR ART CLASSES….. April offers the perfect chance to try a weekly class at The Studios, 600 White St. Artists Karen Beuprie (Mon. Watercolors) Tues. with Rick worth…..Jim Salem teaches on Wed……To find out about workshops and classes, go to www.tskw.org or stop by the Armory or call 296-0458 for more information
CHRISTOPHER ELWELL AND THE WATERFRONT BOARD ARE THANKFUL….. ….”for Alan Melnick, who handles the Waterfront Playhouse Box Office like no other. Alan goes over and above the call of duty for ticket holders…always there to rearrange seats, make special arrangements, and always greeting each patron with a smile. We are fortunate to have Alan Melnick running this integral part of our theater. Thanks, Alan!”
NANCY 3 HOFFMAN AT TENNESSEE WILLIAMS ON MARCH 30TH… This is Nancy 3’s Third and is aptly called, ‘Three Times Three’…It will contain humor, international songs, show tunes, songs about the #3, etc. Nancy will have 3 fab musicians with her, Michael Fauss, Dave Parker and Joe Dallas. Just know the number THREE will loom heavily in the show! Special
guest is Eric Dean Davis of New York’s Naked Boys Singing, & the NY Choral Society. Call 295-7676 or go to www.keystix.com for tickets….only $15 & $20.
D’VINE WINE GALLERY OPEN AT THE GARDENS…3/31 to 4/3…. This hot spot is open from 5
to 10 pm every Wed. thru Sun. Thursday is Cabaret Night from 5:30 to 9:30 pm and Sunday is
Jazz Night from 5:30 to 8:00 pm. This Sunday will be Gordy Michael and Skipper Kripitz with special chanteuse, jazz singer, Christine Naughton. Great to see Skipper & Gordy at The Gardens again!
HY CONRAD IS THANKFUL……. “I am thankful that my partner, Jeff Johnson, gave me the best birthday present ever…..a termite treatment for our house! What could be more thoughtful and romantic?”
BLACK & SKABUDDAH SCHEDULE…. On 3/31 & 4/1, this duo performs from 6 to 10 PM at Conch Republic Seafood Co. on Greene St. On 4/2, they are at Sloppy Joe’s from noon till 4:45!
KEYS KIDS PRESENT THE NIGHTINGALE…MARCH 31 to APRIL 2…. The final musical of the season will be at Key West High School, starring Keys Kids! This musical is based on the Chinese folk legend by Hans Christian Andersen. It’s directed by Mimi McDonald, choreographed by Penny Leto, musical direction by Nancy 3 and Nora Revelin. Showtimes are:
Thurs. 3/31 at 7:30 pm……Fri., 4/1 at 7:30 pm…..Sat., 4/ 2 at 2 pm and 7:30 pm. Tix can be bought at MacArthur Music, www.keystix.com, or at the door. For more info call 509-1370 or to online to www.keyskidskeywest.com.
HAPPY HOUR AT THE BOTTLECAP GROOVE LOUNGE ON FRI., APRIL 1st…. From 5 to 8 PM tonight’s tips will go to benefit Samuel’s House, which provides a safe haven for hundreds of women & children who have become homeless due to poverty, violence, substance abuse, ill health or other traumas. All invited…1128 Simonton St.
APRIL FOOL’S ENCORE AT THE STUDIOS, 4/1…. This show features Ben Harrison, Paulie Walterson, Larry Smith, & Erin Elkins….benefit for the Studios, 600 White St….Reception after at a private home….8 pm…$25 in advance and $30 the day of show. Ben will introduce his new album, AIR SUNSHINE, a nostalgic look at how things ‘used’ to be in our world! Part of the old town new folk series at The Studios!
LAURIE BREAKWELL SHOW ON APRIL 1ST… Laurie’s 1st concert is on April 1st at the Tennessee Williams Cabaret Theatre…The show, entitled, ‘Cleavage in the Night-Laurie Breakwell Exposed’ will feature her 3 man back-up group of Marc Crow, Nathan Gay and James Carter….David Troy Francis is the musical director/pianist, plus Dave Parker on drums, and Joe Dallas, bass. There are two shows, at 8 PM and 10 PM. Go to www.keystix.com or call 295-7676 for reservations! There are great seats available for the 10 pm show….which hear is going to be a hum-dinger!!!!!!
THE PAUL COTTON BAND AT SCHOONER WHARF….APRIL 1 & 2…. The legendary Paul Cotton of POCO, winner of multiple Gold & Platinum records, performs at Schooner Wharf 2 nights only……others in the band are Joel Nelson, Marty Stonely, Russ Scavelli (Skabuddah), and Gregg Shanie. 7:30 to 11:30 pm…go online to www.paulcotton.com for more info.700 Fleming St. Books and CD’s will be on sale.
LAST BOOK SALE AT LIBRARY….APRIL 2ND…. The final book sale of the season will take place this Saturday, from 9:30 am until 1:30 pm in the Palm Garden at the KW Library,
BETTY & JOHN RENZI ARE THANKFUL……… “We are very thankful for your social calendar. It is a great service in keeping us informed of the activities going on around Key West. We can only imagine the work involved in providing this information. And, we are especially thankful for your friendship.” (How sweet is that?)
WELCOME HOME BOBBY NESBITT!!!!! APRIL 2nd!!!!! Can’t wait for the return of Golden Boy, BOBBY NESBITT! He will be back from his travels to Lisbon, and will be at the piano from 6 to 10 pm on Saturday, April 2nd…..at Tavern ‘N Town in Beachside Marriott! Let’s give Bobby a warm Key West welcome!
REGGAE FEST ON APRIL 2ND…… Reggae legends, Pato Banton and Calton Coffie, showcase their world renowned rhythms at this Fest on Sat., april 2nd, from noon until 6 pm at The Sugarloaf Lodge, MM17. These are two charismatic reggae singers…food and libations will be available…..Tix are $20 in advance or $25 at the gate. Tix can be bought at any one of the nine Centennial Bank branches in the Keys. No picnic baskets, coolers, backpacks or pets allowed. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket. For more info go to www.lowerkeyschamber.com or call 872-2411.
RUMMAGE SALE BENFIT FOR KWAR SCHOARSHIP FUND…APRIL 2ND…ITEMS NEEDED…. Rummage Sale items are badly needed for this sale…..looking especially for used furniture in good condition, and usable things for the home. Call Christopher Elwell at 481-1790 and arrange for a pick up of your donations. This benefit will be from 9 am until 3 pm on April 2nd. ….A Sidewalk Sale at Royal Furniture next to Publix in Searstown. This is presented by KW Assoc. of Realtors…and benefits our local high school students.
WANT TO BE A PART OF THE PEOPLES THEATER OF KEY WEST? If so, please contact Artistic Director, Tammy Shanley at 612-386-7426. There are 2 very important large jobs available (volunteer positions) for someone dedicated….Board President & Executive Director. If these jobs interest you, please call Tammy or go to info@ptkw.org.
BREAKFAST DEAL AT ST. MARY’S PARISH…APRIL 3RD…. The Knights of Columbus will be serving up their fabulous breakfast buffet this Sunday from 8 am until Noon in the Sacred Heart Hall on Windsor Ln. Cost is only $8 and includes biscuits & gravy, scrambled eggs, pancakes, grits, sausage, ham, coffee, juice, donuts….the works! All you can eat…..All profits go to help the school!
JAZZ AT THE GREEN PARROT….APRIL 3RD… It’s that great jazzy trio of Richard Crooks, Mike Emerson and Tim McAlpine at 1:00 pm at the Green Parrot every Sunday!!!! All jazz artists are invited to join in the jammin!!!
WONKA FESTIVAL NEEDS CHOCOLATE….April 3… The 9th annual Willie Wonka Chocolate Festival benefiting the Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys will be 4/3 at the Southernmost House at the end of Duval St. They need chocolate donations of all kinds…cakes, cookies, candy, donuts, etc. If you can donate call Doria Goodrich at 293-7104. The Event actually takes place on 4/3 from 11 am until 3 pm.
AT THE PIER HOUSE….APRIL 3RD….. Larry starts playing at 7 PM…..Then, at 9 PM, he will be showcasing the wonderful musical talents of Maj Johnson! All welcome to enjoy this really marvelous Key West singer and all around great gal!
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY NEWS….. Dan Metzler sends word that the Habitat for Humanity ReStore will pick up donations of furniture, appliances and clothing. Call 872-2883 to schedule a pickup. ALSO…Habitat is hosting an April Fools party aboard the INGRAM at the Truman Waterfront, on 4/1…Cocktails, hors’d’oeuvres, tour of the ship…starting at 6 to 8 pm. RSVP to 294-9006 or to opsdirector@habitatlowerkeys.org (Susan Miller). This is not an April Fool’s joke…there really will be a party! All invited!
LARRY HARVEY’S 90TH BIRTHDAY ON APRIL 6TH…. Please plan to attend Key West’s most beloved LARRY HARVEY’S 90th birthday celebration at Aqua Nightclub, from 5 to 7:00 pm on Wednesday, April 6th! Entertainment will be by the always superb Bobby Nesbitt and various KW entertainers. Cake and Hors d’Oeurves will be served! Circle that day on your calendar! Let’s all be there to show Larry how much we love him! Larry is a true Key West Treasure and a Legend in his own time!
HOWARD LIVINGSTON & BAND PERFORM AT THE SAN CARLOS, APRIL 12TH…. Howie
and the Mile Marker 24 Band will be doing a gala benefit performance for the Waterfront
Playhouse on April 12th at 8 pm at The San Carlos Institute! He has LOTS of new songs planned, and if you have never seen him….this is a MUST! He lights up every stage and every room! Go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 294-5015 for tickets. One night only!!!!
HOLD APRIL 15TH FOR BUTTERFLY BALL…. The Blue Butterfly Ball will be held at the Tropical Forest & Botanic Gardens on Stock Island, on 4/15, from 5:30 to 10:30 PM …..Go to www.kwbgs.org for tickets or more info, or call Gail Lima at 296-7373 or gaillima@hotmail.com.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR TASTE OF KEY WEST, APRIL 18TH… This event which benefits AIDS Help needs volunteers to help on 4/18. All volunteers receive a free 2011 T-Shirt…Volunteer meeting with instructions, will be held on April 14th at St. Paul’s Parish Hall, at 401 Duval St . at 6 pm. Call Terry Paulson at 293-3666 to sign up or for more info!
PARAPROSDOKIAN SENTENCE ….Dolphins are so smart, that within a few weeks of captivity, they can train people to stand on the very edge of the pool and throw them fish!
HAPPY MARCH 31 st BIRTHDAY TO….. tennis player/chef, YOLAN FINDLAY……and to BARBARA “PLEASE” HOFFMAN! We miss Barbara at LATEDA!
Love to YOU…and Remember… The work of your heart…the work of taking time, to listen, to help….is also your gift to the whole of the world!
Lynda
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