FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY, 9/10 TO 9/12, 2010 in KEY WEST with LYNDA!!!

 BRUCE MOORE’S TAP CLASS…

On Friday and Saturday at 11 AM…for Intermediate Tappers….Call Bruce at 393-6273 for Moore inof, or to sign up for Beginner Classes come Fall! At Body Zone South!

 ON ARTWAVES ON FRIDAY, 9/10….

It’s Film on Friday with Michael Shields & co-host Shirrell Rhoades on KONK 1500 AM Radio…from 11 AM until Noon…they will look at current cinematic releases & give a wrap up of the Telluride Film Festival, etc.

 AT THE BOTTLECAP GROOVE LOUNGE…Friday, 9/10

It’s Happy Hour Time…come and to the KW Bike Week Kick Start Party, from 5 to 8 PM!!!! ALL tips go to benefit the KW Sunrise Rotary Club of the Conch Republic! 1128 Simonton St. ALL welcome to Party down! There will be finger food, music, entertainment and drink specials. No costumes required, but a prize will be given to the person showing up in the BEST Biker Outfit! Go to www.keywestbikeweek.com to find out the schedule of events for Bike Week!

 BINGO AT 801 BOURBON ST. ON SUNDAY, 9/12….

All proceeds go to all the candidates running for Queen or King of Fantasy Fest! EVERY Sunday!

 TAVERN ‘N TOWN….

From 5 to 9 PM in the Lounge at Beachside Marriott….

Friday….Michael Emerson entertains. On Saturday, it’s Lenore Troia….and on Sunday, it’s Michael Thomas! 2 for 1 Cocktails from 5 to 7 PM!!!

 FRIDAY, 9/10….AT AZUR….

The last day to enjoy that delish $6 lunch at AZUR Restaurant….and to get a 50% off of your ENTIRE munu for Dinner! Starting next week…AZUR will be going on a badly needed vacation, until Oct. A great big thank you to Mike and Drew for catering so to the Locals in KW. Don’t forget to patronize this great restaurant when season starts…a good way to express our thanks!

 PRAYER REQUEST CHAIN….

Please remember the following people in your thoughts and prayers….they are dealing with various issues, health and otherwise and your good vibes and prayers are badly needed. Please pray for Sr. Phyllis McMurray, Emily Lowe, my mother, Adele Stevens, Katherine Raney, Bob Frechette, and Lois Kline. Also, please remember Dean and Sandy Walters in your choicest prayers. Dean had a freak accident recently, in which he ruptured the quadriceps tendons in BOTH of his legs. He faces a lot of physical therapy and a 4 to 6 month recovery. They are going through a challenging time together. Thanks to all for your kindness.

 THE IMPROVABLES ON SUNDAY, 9/10…

This new Improv Comedy Troupe is hilarious…they are a part of People’s Theater KW. They will be entertaining at 8 PM at the new venue, DOWNSTAGE, at 3440 N. Roosevelt Blvd. Cash Bar available…$5 cover to benefit The People’s Theater. For more info call 294-6813.

 PUN OF THE WEEKEND….

The man who impulsively got a cat, despite his allergies, later realized that it was a Rash Decision!

 SCHOONER WHARF BAR….

Friday and Saturday….. Noon until 5 PM….Michael McCloud & Friends//Raven Cooper Quartet with Gordy Michael, Ritchie Chevy & Mike Gillis, 7 until Midnight..Frank Everhart’s magic from 9 until 1 AM.

On Sunday, 9/12, it’s Michael McCloud again from noon till 5 PM….Marty Stonely & Robert douglas from 7 to 11 PM….and Frank E’s Magic from 9 to 1 AM!

 LATEDA SPECIALS…

All well drinks from 11 AM until 6 PM on FRIDAY ONLY….are $4. Sunday brunch and lunch, offers complimentary mimosas, bloody Mary’s or champagne. I believe that Michael McCabe & Michael Thomas entertain in the By George Bar on FRIDAYS from 8 to midnight. AND, Black & Skabuddah perform at 9 PM on Saturday!

 DANCING WITH LUCY & LEON….

Friday…..Salsa Lessons…Beginners at 7 PM and Experienced at 8 PM….

Sunday…Ballroom Dancing Lessons…for all levels, from 7 to 9 PM…no partners needed….at Paradise Health & Fitness, 1706 N. Roosevelt Blvd. Call 296-6348 or 872-2675 for more info or to sign up.

 PAINTING BOOT CAMP FOR WOMEN WITH RICK WORTH…

FRIDAY, 9/10 from 10 AM until Noon! A fun 2 hour class with Key West’s fave artist, Rick Worth…and ONLY WOMAN session offered in partnership with WOMENFEST…Only $20 includes all materials!

 NUTCRACKER KEY WEST AUDITIONS…

On Saturday, 9/11 at Tennessee Williams FAC on Stock Island. Try-outs begin at 10:30 AM and will go through 4 PM…Call Marky Pierson at 619-2275 for details and questions and tryout times for all ages levels, from 4 to Adult. S o glad to hear that Nutcracker Key West will be performed again!

 WOMENFEST…

Go to www.womenfest.com to find out about all the events occuring over the weekend!

 THE PIER HOUSE…

Friday & Saturday, it’s Larry Smith perforing his jazz, pop and original music…along with guest singers and musicians.

On SUNDAY, Larry iwill be showcasing wonderful country singer, CINDY LU, who has making a name for herself performing in Key West….She was an Aqua Idol Winner, and you will fine her delightful and engaging. She will be dedicating many songs from this show to her recently deceased father. Larry is there at 7 PM….Cindy Lu joins him at 9:00 PM!!!!

  QUESTION FOR THE WEEKEND….

Do you believe in ghosts or evil spirits? Would you be willing to spend a night alone in a remote house that is supposedly hanted? Living in Key West, have you ever gone on the Ghost Tour?

 MONDAY FUNDRAISER FRO BARBARA BOWERS…

On Mon. 9/13, there will be a special fundraiser and gathering for School Board, District 1 candidate, Barbara Bowers, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM…at The GALLERY ON GREENE, 606 Greene St. This evening is sponsored by Nance Frank, Shirley Freeman, Eileen Kawaler, Rosi Ware, Debra yates, Debra Rothstein, Meryl Berman, Mary Ann Westerlund, amongst others…All are invited to support Barbara and find out what she is about!

 AT THE GARDENS HOTEL….

On Friday thru Sunday, come to The Gardens and enjoy D’Vine Wine Gallery.. You will love this new innovation! 5 to 10 PM! On SUNDAY, come to JAZZ at The GARDENS, and enjoy the wonderful music of Lenore Troia and Laura Black…and also Gayla Morgan on the fiddle! ALL three talented gals will also be singing…and they are all unique and fabulous! This will be titled WOMENFEST JAZZ IN THE GARDENS…5 to 7:30 PM! 526 Angela St.

 AT THE GREEN PARROT…Sept. 10th…

…on FRIDAY from 4 to 7 PM….601 Whitehead St…The Parrot will be saluting working men and women with an all-candidate fundraiser for Fantasy Fest King & Queen..all sales revenue from Tradesmen merchandise will be split evenly amongst the candidates. There will be a special raffle for a guitar signed by all of the Green Parrot Performers with ALL proceeds also split amongst the candidates!

 BATH JUNKIE SIDEWALK PARTY & OPEN HOUSE….Sat. 9/11…

An Event for Christopher Elwell for King, hosted at Bath Junkie, at 712A Duval St…..hand salt, scrubs, canapes, beer, wine, campaign merchandise, raffle…donations to campaign appreciated….5 to 8 PM….hosted by owner, Judy Zimmer!

 HOT HAVANA NIGHTS & ORCHID SALE….SAT., 9/11….

This promises to be a FAB event for Anne O’Shea for Queen…from 6 until 11 PM….at Casa Marina Ballroom, 1500 Reynolds St….Dance the night away with Roberto DeBourg and the Flats Band. $99 per person includes cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, drinks and entertainment that you will NOT want to miss! There will be a preview of the one of a kind auction items that ANNE has personally searched for and selectd on her travels around the world. Only 100 lucky people can purchase tickets!

 POINT 5 WINE & TAPAS LOUNGE @ 915 DUVAL ST….9/11….

….hosts the Viper’s Room every SATURDAY from 10 PM until 2 AM. Join KW Burlesque every second Sat of the month for a themed party that will shake your nightlife! On this Saturday, DJ Girge spins the best make-out love songs from all your past lives! Join TaTah DuJour and Marky Pierson for a night of bootie shaking grooves and some slow dancing…just like Prom night 1987! Check out Marquee Vonfister’s Kissing Booth, Burly Q performances and who knows?….maybe even impromptu Spin the Bottle! Call Marky at 619-2275 for more info…THE LOVE IS BACK!!!!

 DOG WASH ON SUNDAY, SEPT. 12….

Bring your dogs in for a great washing, 11 AM until 2 PM at the Chevron Station at Truman & White Sts…..Dog Washing and Primping for only $10 per dog! This is an ANNE for Queen event!

 DID YOU KNOW?????

….If the entire population of China were to walk past you in single file, you would not live long enought to see the end of the line.

 JEWELRY IMPOSTERS…

Sat., Sept 11th…Sale at Jewelry Imposters in Searstown Plaza….20% off everything with 10% of all sales going to Elaine for Queen…..

 AT THE 801 ON DUVAL….Sun., 9/12…

From 6 PM until 8 PM, Surrey for Queen joins Brad behind the bar….happy hour prices…Karaoke with Jeff & Gugi….50/50 raffle…Free to attend!

 VALENTINE’S DAY IN OCTOBER….

Treat that someone special in your life to a dozen red roses in a vase with ribbon, for $60. You will be a hero and help raise $$$ for AIDS Help and for Christopher Elwell’s Campaign for King! October 14th is the Day….Place all orders before Wed. Oct. 6th by calling Gourmet Nibbles & Baskets at 587-1870.

 LIVE AND LEARN….

To quote Nathan Gay….”I have learned that if you think something is hideous, yet comfortable, and you wear it enough…people will eventually view it as cutting edge fashion…even if you are the only one who can get away with wearing it.” What have YOU learned?

 ILONA’S GARDEN CAFE ON FRIDAY NIGHT…

Cool Jazz at this 416 Applerouth Lane Restaurant…72 .Great Beers on Tap plus wonderful wine choices! Call 517-6865 for dinner reservations!

 FOR FURTHER THINGS GOING ON THIS WEEKEND….CHECK OUT CONCH COLOR AND PARADISE IN THE THURSDAY CITIZEN!

 HAPPY SEPTEMBER 10TH BIRTHDAY TO….

…..Waterfront Playhouse Artistic Director and friend, DANNY WEATHERS….

to handsome actor/singer, ERIC COLE…and to Patron of the Arts, JOE VIANA!

 HAPPY SEPTEMBER 11TH BIRTHDAY TO….

the very lovely KW activist and tennis ace, DIANNA SUTTON…. to entertainer at The KEYS and Don’t Tell Mama in NYC, SHAWN CURRAN…and to man in black, DANIEL SCHIAVONE.

HAPPY 9/11 ANNIVERSARY TO MAYOR CRAIG CATES & FIRST LADY, CHERYL CATES!!!!!

 HAPPY SEPTEMBER 12TH BIRTHDAY TO…..

…..legal eagle and patron of the Arts, BILL HUDSON!!!!! Bob will have a martini toast to you, Bill!

 Love to YOU…and Remember….

Make sure you are only carrying today’s burdens. Too often we carry far more than necessary. Drop tomorrow’s worries and yesterday’s baggage. Present pressures and problems are usually enough. Leave tomorrow’s until later!

Lynda