SUNDAY, JULY 25th, 2010, in KEY WEST with LYNDA!!!

ARM WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIP…
…at Sloppy Joe’s…the final event of Hemingway Days….at Noon…Prizes await winners in various weight categories…Sign up begins at 11:00 AM…Entry fee is $5…FREE to watch!  Com on all you Macho Men and Women out there!!!!
 
JAZZ AT THE GREEN PARROT…
It’s cool Jazz Jammin’ on a Hot Sultry Day…..1:00 PM, with Richard Crooks, Gordy Michael, and Lonnie Jacobson…until 4:30 PM!!!!  Musicians invited to jam in!
At 5:30 PM, it’s the Old Man of Blues, Bill Blue at Sound check! And, Melody Cooper and Bill Goldner will be at The Parrot joining Bill Blue and the Nervous Guys, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM!!!
 
LATIN JAZZ CONCERT….
…at The San Carlos Institute, 516 Duval St…2:00 PM… Features Maestro Arturo Ramos and singer Leslie Mendez..
$10 donation at the door to benefit the Institute!
 
LATEDA TEA DANCE…
at 4 PM…..The Theme is Under the Sea….getting excited just thinking about it!
Also note, that Sunday Breakfast and Lunch in the Restaurant offers complimentary Bloody Marys, glass of champagne or a mimosa with your order from the menu!
 
THE GARDENS HOTEL…
It’s JAZZ at this Angela Street Oasis…with Garden Nymph, Queen Kate Miano, perusing the grounds and charming everyone in sight!  It’s LENORE TROIA performing with her special guest musicians!  The Gardens is the Place to Be on Sundays from 5 to 7:30 PM!!!!!
 
THE KEYS PIANO BAR….
It’s Rich Campbell performing at this great night spot from 7:00 PM until Closing…..Michael McCabe joins in with his great vocals and Dan the Man is at the Bar!  1114 Duval St.  Note that The KEYS is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays for the summer.
 
TAVERN ‘N TOWN….
It’s pianist/singer, Rob DiStasi, from 5 to 9 PM in the Cocktail Lounge at Beachside Marriott…2 for 1 Cocktails from 5 to 7 PM!
 
BALLROOM DANCING….
All levels meet at 7 to 9PM at Paradise Health & Fitness, 1706 N Roosevelt Blvd….Teachers are Lucy & Leon ….. No partners needed…call 296-6348 for sign up and more info.
 
CHRISTOPHER PETERSON HEADS FOR VEGAS!!
I had heard a rumor about Christopher Peterson, star of Lateda’s EYECONS Show.  And, now, after speaking with Christopher last evening, I can confirm that the rumor is True.  He will be departing Key West with his new and exciting Stage Show, and heading for Las Vegas, Nevada.  In fact, he and James have already purchased a town home near the Strip, and he is presently in negotiations, with various Clubs.  Christopher has been performing in different places all summer, and these last two years he has put together a spectacular show befitting of Vegas!  He will be back in Key West Oct. 1.  On October 23, 24 and 25, he will be presenting his final three shows in KW at The Waterfront Playhouse, and The Waterfront is honored that he has chosen it’s stage for his Key West swan song.  Then, it is off to Vegas…a new life…and a planned opening night there on January 1st, 2011!  We are very excited for Christopher….he is so very talented and brilliant….and we can only wish him the very best.  It is we, in Key West, who will sorely miss him and his fabulous talents!  Trust me, it will NOT be the same in Key West without him!  You can send Christopher messages of congrats to his e-mail at cpeyecons@bellsouth.net.  
 
ROOMMATE NEEDED…
Teresa Wright would like an Apt. mate to help share expenses.  She is looking for someone clean and responsible to share her Town home…it has a deck & jacuzzi, a tropical garden in new town….2 bdrm, 1.5 bath, W/D, Cable, AC, Parking.  The bedroom is nicely furnished with a TV, small fridge., large closet, sliding doors to balcony.  Required to clean up after self and share cleaning of common area’s bathroom, Kitchen and living area.  Asking $900. per month and this includes utilities.  Call Teresa at 304-0535 for more info or to see Town home. I know Teresa personally and she is a great gal.
 
TICKETS ON SALE FOR PEOPLE’S THEATER…
Tix are now on sale for the PTKW production of NIGHT OF JANUARY 16th, by Ayn Rand.  This show runs Thurs.., July 29, Fri. 7/30, Sat., 7/31 and Sun., 8/1…..at 8 PM at St. Paul’s Parish on Bahama st.  It is a clever “Whodunit” with audience participation.  Tix are $15 and can be bought at the door or in advance by calling 294-6813.  Thanks for your support!
 
PUN OF THE DAY..
Every calendar’s days are numbered!  (He folks…got any more puns to share?  Send them to me!  Seems my readers are loving them.
 
CAROLE MACCARTEE’S ACTING CLASS PERFORMS!
This special show, at The Red Barn Theatre, takes place tonight at 8:00 PM!  It is the culmination of Carole MacCartee’s Acting Class and Workshop….her 19th season….There will be 4 scenes presented, and 3 monologues.  All invited….and it is FREE!!  Carole has informed me that her students have worked VERY hard and are ready to perform for your pleasure.  She has a great reputation as a teacher and for bringing the best out of her students.  Kate Miano and Ron Mariani wwere there last night and said it was a most enjoyable and delightful evening of entertainment!!!
  
CELEBRATE PARENTS DAY AT BOONDOCKS…
Parents, grandparents, foster & adoptive parents are invited to celebrate Parent’s Day at Boondocks Grille & Miniature Golf Course at MM27 1/2, from 4 to 10 PM as a benefit for the Wesley House.  Groove to the fab music of HOWARD LIVINGSTON while the kids play golf.  Free popcorn & snowcones….Howard and the Mile Marker 24 Band start the music at 6 PM.  Call 809-5000 for pre-sales of tix or for more info.

6 REMARCable MEALS RAFFLE….
…is ongoing until Sat., July 31 at 6:30 PM.  The winning raffle ticket holder gets dinner for 2 for Seven Fish, A&B, Latitudes, Nine One Five, Bistro 245, and The Marquesa.  Tix are $5 each or 5 for $20 and are now on sale at both TIB Bank, The Restaurant Store, and the MARC store at 1401 Seminary St.  The winning ticket will be drawn at the ReMARCable Mattheesen’s Ice Cream Social on Sat., July 31st.  BE THERE!!
 
AQUA NIGHTCLUB….
It’s the Aquanettes strutting their stuff at 9 PM tonight!  The show is REALITY IS A DRAG!  You will love it! 
 
QUESTION TO PONDER…
Which is more important to you….actual experiences, or the memories that remain when the experiences are over?
 
DEALS AROUND TOWN TO SHARE…
At The Orchid Key Inn on Duval, Locals get a 50% off cocktails (not martinis) at happy hour.
At The Strip House, every drink at the bar is 50% off from 5 to 7 PM.
AZUR…$6 lunches M-F each week, plus other daily specials at dinner.
Cafe Sole….Half off wines by the glass, beer & appetizers all night on Sun. and Mon.  Also a fixed price menu at 6:30 to close every night.
Square One….great 2 course $25 meals that change weekly.
Michael’s….Smaller portions from $10.95 to $15.95 nightly.
915….25% off on all food and drink from 6 to 8 PM.
Thai Island…free glass of wine with each entree order.
Free Bottle of wine with 2 entree orders at Camille’s.
Maragritaville….20% Locals Discount
 
MIDSUMMER ARTISTS CALLED…
The 4th Annual Midsummer’s Night Dream & Spectacle will take place on Aug. 9th at the KW Tropical Forest and Botanic Gardens.  ALL entertainers of ANY kind, are invited to perform and participate.  If you can volunteer your special talent, call 394-3804.
 
COLOMBIAN GRACE RESTAURANT …
This great little gem of a dining spot at 223 Petronia St., continues with its daily specials.  Go to the website at, www.ColombianGrace.com  They serve a free glass of wine or sangria with dinner order.  And, at breakfast or lunch, you get a free cup of coffee or a mimosa!  Zulma Segura, is the owner of this great place….and she Aims to Please!
 
BARRY CUDA AT COWBOY BILLS..
Barry plays his final KW gigs at this hot spot at 618 Duval St., from 6 to 9:00 PM today and on Monday night.
 
CHRISTMAS IN JULY DINNER….
The MCC Church is sponsoring a Christmas In July Dinner on Wed., July 28th from 5 to 7 PM, at 1215 Petronia St.  A traditional Christmas Feast with ALL the trimmings…Prizes…Donation Bar…Asking a $10 minimum donation at the door…This benefit will help with the many fine ministries at the MCC!!!!!  Tell all your friends!
 
BATTLE OF THE BARS TEAMS…
…sought!  Applications are being accpeted for 7 member bartender teams for the 17th annual Battle of the Bars on Aug. 1st. at the Schooner Wharf Bar…$35 entry fee…proceeds from that, benefit Sister Season Fund and KW Wildlife Center.  Call Evalena at 292-3302 or e-mail schoonerwb@aol.com.  For more info go to the webiste at www.schoonerwharf.com.
 
HAPPY JULY 25TH BIRTHDAY TO..
….dancing doctor, SHARON WARD..
activist, REV. STEPHEN BRADDOCK…and NY entertainer, MICHAEL CHAPMAN! 
 
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…
that popular Key West Couple, MARY AND RICHARD GRUSIN!!!
 
Love to YOU…and Remember…
A smile from you can bring happiness to anyone….even if they don’t like you!
Lynda