THURSDAY THROUGH SUNDAY!!!!

THURSDAY –SUNDAY, MAY 19-22,  2011, in KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!!

DEAR READERS….                         I will not be sending out anything else to you until possibly, Monday evening.  We are on our way to Washington DC this morning and will not have the time for computer access.  We are going to see FOLLIES, the Stephen Sondheim musical at the Kennedy Center.  May 21 is the Opening of the show, starring our dear friend, Terri White, along with Bernadette Peters, Elaine Paige, Ron Raines, Linda Lavin, Jane Maxwell, Regine, and others.  A Key West contingent will be there along with us including Bunnie Smith, Jack Paul, Kate Miano, Bill Cartledge, Jim Hall, Abby Moore, Diane May, and more….very exciting stuff.  The last time I was in DC when I was a Junior in High School about 200 years ago!  Anyway, I have tried to include lots of stuff going on for the next four days!  For more info, check out Paradise Today and other publications.  Love to all!

THANKFUL THURSDAY……                           I am thankful for the caring Key West Community…. for the amazingly talented people who surround us every day.  I am thankful that we had the joy of enjoying the talents of Michael McCabe, Traci Reynolds, David Black, Gordy Michael, and Amy Ray….and even though they have moved away or will be leaving Key West, we will ALWAYS welcome them back with open arms and open hearts.  We are elated that Christopher Peterson has returned for as long as we can keep him here, and that Randy Roberts will return at summer’s end.  We have this ever-changing but solid core of wonderful musicians, singers, actors, and performers who bring us such joy.  For each of you, we give thanks!

PRAYER CHAIN…                                                                                    Please keep the following in your special thoughts and prayers……Richard Crooks….. George Poulin……Bill Larkin….Dennis Hudson….Carol Schenk….Nancy Stevens….Stephen Elliott….Rose Lopez….Claire Carroll…..Jennifer O’Lear……AJ Woods…Bill Mansfield….Dick Jones…Nancy Robinson…Sally Lewis….Alan Ferguson ……the Koenig Family….Billy Cartledge and Jim Hall…..two special friends who want to remain anonymous……Remember, there are all kinds of reasons why people need prayers, not just health related.   Prayer changes things!!!!   Let me know if anyone should be added to this list…a family member or a friend going through tough times.  We really are all in this thing called ‘Life” together.

LAST CHANCE TO SEE, RED, WHITE & TUNA…..May 19-21….                                   These are your LAST 3 nights to see the hilarious comedy, “Red, White, and Tuna” at The Waterfront Playhouse….. starring  two of Key West’s most versatile actors, David Black and Mark Watson, who give dynamite performances!!!  Directed by Cameron Murray, set design by Michael Boyer, and outrageous costumes by Carmen Rodriguez (This girl can do EVERYTHING!!!!), this show has audiences howling with laughter and coming back to see it again!   Actors, David and Mark play 25 different hysterical and unforgetable characters gathered for a Fourth of July celebration.   This show is so funny, you may want to wear your Depends when you see it!!!Congrats to Danny Weathers on another wonderful and delightful theater presentation at The Waterfront Playhouse.  What a super way to end a stellar season of amazing theater!    The opening night audience loved it and Bob and I laughed till our faces hurt!  It’s pure delight to have Mark Watson back onstage, and he and David Black are a fabulous team together!  For tickets to this laugh out loud show, call 294-5015 or go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org!  Note:  Check out the Friday Night Date special which is 2 tix for $60, a $20 savings.

HELP KEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL WITH OPERATION GRADUATION….                               Thus far $12,000 has been collected for 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.  However….it takes $8,000 MORE DOLLARS  for this event to be put on.  If the money isn’t raise the event will be cancelled.  If everyone on my list contributed $15. Each, we could say we gave our graduating seniors a wonderful and safe time!  Think about it….and send whatever you can to this Fund!  Perhaps if your org wants to do something on behalf of the kids, you can put on a fundraiser.  Or, 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.

JOSEPH LOWE CONCERT AT ST. PAUL’S EVERY WEEKDAY…..      ….. Joe Lowe presents his FREE piano and organ concert from Mon. thru Fri. from noon to 1 pm at St. Paul’s

Episcopal Church on Duval & Eaton St.

CHRISTOPHER PETERSON BACK, & BETTER THAN EVER!!!!…..MAY 20^th…                              The always fabulous, Christopher Peterson, fresh from his gig in Las Vegas…is back in the Crystal Room with his sensational EYECONS show at LaTeDa!   He opens on May 20…. At 9:00 pm, and his May shows are on the 21^st, 27, and 28…and then on to June and July too!  It will be GRAND to have Christopher back in Key West!  We ALL have missed him a LOT!  Call 296-6706 for tickets….Let’s give Christopher a great big Key West Welcome!  We love you Christopher!!!!!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON MAY 19-22Performance schedule…..                    Thurs: Carmen Rodriguez & Gordy Michael from 5 to 9 pm…..Fri: Michael Emerson from 6 to 10 pm….Sat: Bobby Nesbitt from 6 to 10 pm…Sun: Rob DiStaci from 5 to 9 pm…. 2  for 1 Cocktails from 5 to 7 pm every night!!!!!   Special Tapas Menu only on Tues. & Thurs.  Beachside Marriott in the Lounge!!!!

SCHOONER WHARF ON MAY 19-22….….                        5/19 to 5/22, from Noon to 5 pm, it’s Michael McCloud entertaining…..5/19 from  7 to 11 pm, it’s Sam Ramos & Robert Douglas…… 5/20 & 21 from 7 until Midnight, it’s Vibe Irie Band…….On 5/22, 6:30 to 11 pm, it’s Latin Calypso Party with Marty Stonely & Friend……from 9 pm until 1 am, every day of the week,  it’s the Magic of Frank Everhart.

AQUA NIGHTCLUB…MAY 19-22…….                       The Aquanettes perform their Reality Is A Drag Show Thurs. thru Sun. at 9 pm….On Fri. & Sat. they do two shows, at 9 and 11 pm!  On Fridays, at 4:30 pm, Dave Bootle entertains!

LATEDA PRESENTS…May 19-22….                          On May 19-22,  it’s Debra & Patrick  performing in the By George Bar at 8:30 pm……On May 20 & 21, it’s Christopher Peterson performing his fabulous EYECONS Show in the Crystal Room at Lateda at 9 pm!  Call 296-6706 for tickets!!!!   On May 22, the Tea Dance theme is “Lock Up Tea”….at 4 pm!!!!!

EVERY FRIDAY IN MAY AT THE BOTTLECAP……         See Deejay Gerk  with a new style of D’Jing, in the Groove Lounge at The BottleCap 1128 Simonton St.  This is a blending audio with your fave music video, to bring the craziest visual performance Key West has been ‘dying’ to see!  This well take place on May 13, 20, and 27 all during the month of May from 11 PM to 3 AM!!!

SKIPPER & BOBBY NESBITT AT SALUTE’S ON MAY 20…..                          The fantabulous Bobby Nesbitt  will perform with Skipper Kripitz from 6 to 8 PM at the weekly sunset music series at Salute Restaurant at Higg’s Beach.  Doesn’t get much better than Skippo and Bobby!!!!

LAST WEEK TO SEE SHORT ATTENTION SPAN THEATRE AT THE RED BARN…May 19-21…                  This  show runs thru Sat., May 21.  Tix are $35 .  On Thrifty Thursdays call the box office and get 2 tix for $50. 296-9911.  This show presents an evening of short plays, some funny, some sad, some touching and even disturbing.  A great group of performers including Shakti Assouline,

BobBowersox, Pony Charvet, Carolyn Cooper, Mook J, Quincy Perkins, Erin McKenna, Chad

Newman, Eli Pancamo, Randi Reams, and Joanie SullivaN star! .  You can also go to

www.redbarntheatre.com for tix.  We saw this unique and wild and wacky show on Thurs. and had a delightful time!  Everyone gives his all!  Congrats to the Red Barn on a super season!

IMPROVABLES COMEDY CRUISE….SAT. MAY 21…..                  This event takes place every Sat. eve aboard Sunset Watersports Pary Cat….Tix are $45 or $25 with a Local ID…includes a two hour cruise, comedy show, free beer, wine and soft drinks, and appetizers, DJ and dancing.  A full cash bar is available.  Check in at 8 pm…boat leaves at 8:30 pm.  For reservations call 305-296-2554, or visit www.keywestimprov.com.

JEANIE FALCONE PERFORMS….May 19, 20 & 21…..                             On May 19, performs at Southernmost Hotel on the Beach at the Shore Bar from 4:30 to 7:30 pm …… On May 20 & 21,  Jeanie will be serenading everyone at The Bull at 1:00 PM!!!!!

BABY T AT THE BULL…..         Alison Mayer, aka BABY T, will be performing at the Bull on Sundays from 6 to 9 pm and Monday eves from 8 to Midnight!!!!!

$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.  Thanks again to Carolyn and Carmello!!!

MAY & JUNE DANCE CLASSES WITH LUCY & LEON….                          Learn to dance with Lucy & Leon….3 new 8 week dance courses starting May 9 & qq.  #1) Mon., from 8 to 9 pm, beginner Rumba…#2).Wed., from 7 to 8 pm, beginner intermediate Latin Mix….#3).Wed. from 8 to 9 pm, Beginner/ Intermediate Swing.  Singles Welcome…Please Pre-register.  Located at Paradise Health & Fitness Dance Studio at 1706 N. Roosevelt Blvd.  Call 296-6348 or e-mail 2610fog@bellsouth.net.

ATTENTION WINTER RESIDENTS WHO ARE HEADING NORTH…..                      Many of our winter KW residents are heading north.  As you clean your houses to depart, the Outreach Mission (292-3013) & Soup Kitchen (294-2772), at St. Mary’s Church would appreciate your donations of unopened and unused food for their pantry  to help those in need.  Thanks!

BUY A BRICK AT POINCIANA ROYALE…..                            This new 50 unit housing complex from AIDS Help will soon be opening.  For only $50 per 4 X 8 brick, you can inscribe your own name, commemorate a significant life event….or honor the memory of another on the brick pathway.  To place an order access www.AIDSHelp.cc.  For more info call Rodney Ross at 293-3671.

MOVIES AT THE TROPIC……            Great flicks at The Tropic Cinema….Jane Eyre, Hanna, Soul Surfer and Bill Cunningham New York……We saw the latter, and loved it!  It was just so special and we fell in love with this very dear and eccentric photographer for the NY Times!   Npte:  We just saw Jane Eyre on Mon. eve, and really enjoyed it.  It is beautifully done….well-acted, interesting story, beautiful scenery, and gorgeous soundtrack.  Just love British themed movies!

DIABETES MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP MAY 18-JUNE 20…..            The FLA Keys Area Health

Educ. Center is sponsoring a 6 wk. workshop that promotes self-mgt. of diabetes….program designed for those who have diabetes or a family history of diabetes.  Every Mon., from 5/16 to 6/20 from 10 am until 12:30 pm….at DePoo Hospital, Kennedy Dr., Key West.  To sign up call Jeanne Somma, RN at Keys AHEC….743-7111, ex: 208.  $20 deposit for materials will be refunded at the end of the workshop series.

RANDY MCALLISTER AT HOG’S BREATH….MAY 19 TO 22….     Texas singer/songwriter, Randy McAllister performs at Hog’s Breath Saloon, 400 Front St. 10 pm until 2 am.

5-DAY INTENSIVE DANCE CLASS AT COFFEEMILL STARTS MAY 18….        Famed Martha Graham dancer, Maurizio Nardi, and others, kick off  this 5 days Modern Dance classes for interested students.  This is a great opportunity to work with the best!  Go to www.coffeemilldance.com or call Penny Leto at 296-9982.   Located at 916 Pohalski St.  This will be 3 classes a day for five days…a talented student will win a scholarship for the winter intensive classes.  Artists are welcome to paint and sketch the dancers in action.

AT THE GARDENS HOTEL…MAY 19 THRU 22……        The D’Vine Wine Gallery is open  Wed. thru Sun. from 5 to 10 pm……On May 19, in the Conservatory, it’s the fab Bobby Nesbitt performing from 5:30 to 9:30 PM…..On May 22, it’s Sunday Jazz from 5:30 to 8:00, with Lenore Troia, Rich Ciavolino and Marty Stonely….always a party at the Gardens!!!

DANCE MOVIE AT TROPIC ON MAY 19 & 20….                    A modern dance film festival will present documentaries on the legendary choreographers, Martha Graham and Paul Taylor at 6:30 pm…tix are $10….$6 for members.

WALK ON WHITE ON THURS., MAY 19^TH……         This takes place from 6 to 9 pm at all the galleries, shops, and studios on White St.  Make sure you visit them all, especially Harrison Gallery, The Studios, and Stone soup Gallery!  And drop in at The Coffee Mill to witness some amazing dancing by some fabulous dancers! (Read below!)

COFFEEMILL DANCERS ON WALK ON WHITE ON MAY 19…..         This has been a huge hit….. all the dance instructors will be performing along with the visiting dancers for the Thursday, Walk on White….at 916 Pohalski St.  8:30 PM!  Wine will be served!

HARRISON GALLERY….MAY 19….                          The lovely Harrison Gallery at 825 White St. will be open for Walk on White from 6 to 8 pm……It will feature the paintings of magnificent  and extinct Carolina Parakeets by Cynthia Kulp.

LITTLE PALM ISLAND WINE/DINNER…MAY 19…..       This will be the last wine dinner of the season on Thurs., 5/19 featuring wines from Ramey Vineyards…cost is $165…if there are 6 people from Key West, a van will pick you up at 5:30 pm at Ocean Key House, and then bring you back to KW….otherwise you must be out there for the 6:30 launch.  Call 872-2551 for reservations.

KW HIGH SCHOOL ART ON DISPLAY AT THE ARMORY…MAY 19-27….           The art pieces by

15talented high school students  will be on display and for sale….600 White St…..The Studios of

KW….6 to 9:00 PM, during the Walk on White!   Call 296-0458 with questions or more info.

BOTTLECAP HAPPY HOUR…FRI., MAY 20….               From 5 to 8 pm, Happy Hour, all are invited to attend….to benefit The Wesley House!  Celebrity bartenders are Mayor Criag & his wife Cheryl Cates….Howard & Cyndy Livingston, Rep. Ron Saunders, and others.  Hors d’oeuvres will be served….50/50 raffle, and silent auction.  Support this great cause!

TEENS FOR TOLERANCE…MAY 20…..               This event will be held at the KW Botanical Gardens on Stock Island on Fri., May 20 from 5:45 to 8:00 PM.  The faboo 801 ‘Girls’ will be performing, hosted by Deja!  Benefit for the Gay-Straight Alliance Scholarship Fund at the High School.  Suggested donation is $5 at the door….Food, beverages will be available….Bring the Family….enjoy the show….and Help a great cause.  No alcohol will be served.  The show will star,  Sushi, Kylie, Gugi, Desiray, Samantha, Elle Taylor, Sassy Black, and Gina Maseratti, and some special numbers by the GSA members.  Tell everyone!

THE ROYAL BALL ON MAY 21…..                                     Join reigning Fantasy Fest King Chris Elwell, and Queen Anne O’Shea at the First Annual Royal Ball, an affair honoring ALL past Kings & Queens, Dukes & Duchesses, etc. for their tireless fundraising for AIDS Help.  Food by The Iron Chefs…Music by Jeanie Falcone….Open Bar….Tix ar $50 at the door or by calling Pam at 296-6196 in advance.  Time is 7:30 to 10:00 PM…At the beautiful home of Bryan Greene & Tony Konrath, 910 Watson St.  ALL invited to this fab event!

ANCHORS AWEIGH FISHING TOURNEY….MAY 21…..                This event will raise money for the nonprofit clubhouse which serves as the recovery center for residents of the Keys who have alcohol & drug addictions.  There will be prizes in various categories.  Cost for a private boat is $125 for four anglers….includes entry, tournament T-shirt, a ticket to the May 20 Captain’s meeting and a ticket to the awards barbecue at the Southernmost Hotel.  For those who don’t own a boat, you can go on the Tortuga !V Party boat at $65 per person.  Get applications at 404 Virginia St.  For more info call Pete at 509-7244.

HUGE YARD SALE AT MIKE MCCABE’S…MAY 22……          Another one of our fabulous Key West entertainers Michael McCabe, will soon be departing Key West for work on the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line.  He is holding a giant Yard Sale/Goodbye Open House, and party from 9 am to 3 pm at his home at 1709 United St. on Sunday, May 22^nd.  Come and be there to browse, buy, and bid adieu to Michael!  He has sooo many items for sale!  There will be coffee and donuts in the morning and grilled food and drinks in the afternoon.  Hugs from Michael are Free!   Michael McCabe will be deeply missed!

RED BARN AUDITONS FOR NEXT SEASON ON MAY 22….        Auditions for “Forbidden Broadway” are from 5 to 6 pm.  Auditions for “God of Carnage” …”Match” and “Red are from 6 to 8 pm.  Sign in and you will be seen in order.  Located at 319 Duval St.  No parking at The Barn.

MCC CHURCH EVENT ON MAY 22^ND….           A bit early, but I hear tix are going fast already!  Come to Lateda’s Crystal Room to celebrate Sister Glory Alice’s Joyous Jubilee & Spiritual Revival Celebration….an eve of inspired entertainment….7:30 PM….less than 10 tables left….Table price is $125 and $100.  General seats are $20 at the door.  Performers are Sister Glory Alice, Eric Cole, and Rev. Joe McMurray.  Call Ben Teague at 395-2559 for reservations!

AT THE PIER HOUSE MAY 22…..        The Sunday Showcase performer will be tenor sax player , Les Dudley, a member of Paradise Big band….he joins Larry at 9 pm!  Note that Larry is at the piano on Fri., Sat. & Mon. at 7 pm!  Monday, May 23, is Jazz Night, and this week Larry features Roger Van Zant and Tim McAlpine at 9 pm in the Wine Galley!

AUDITIONS FOR 2012 WATERFRONT MUSICAL….MAY 24….                    Auditions will be held for ‘The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’ at 7 pm on May 24 at The Waterfront Playhouse.  Needed are 5 men and 4 women….Great singers, with good comedic skills (go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org for character breakdown!)  Production dates are March 7 to April 7, 2012….ALL roles are open and all roles are paid.  For more info contact Danny Weathers, who will be directing at accessdanny@gmail.com.  Michael Fauss will be musical director, and Penny Leto, choreographer.

SCHOONER WHARF MINIMAL REGATTA ON MAY 29^TH….       Construction kits for those who want to enter this annual contest, can be bought at Manley de Boer on Eaton St.  Many awards are presented in two categories.  Entry fee for  up to a 6 member team is $20….and will benefit a military service organization.  Get entry forms at Schooner Wharf or on the website at www.schoonerwharf.com.

SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR KIDS AT THE STUDIOS OF KEY WEST…..                   Many various

programs will be offered at 600 White St. this summer.  Call TSKW at 296-0458 or stop at The

Armory to enroll your child!

Love to YOU…and Remember…             A friend is one of the nicest things you can have, and one of the best things you can be.

Lynda

HE GEMINI PERSONALITY….MAY 22 TO JUNE 21….

This is one of the liveliest and most vibrant signs of the Zodiac. Geminis are mercurial, bright, & terrific company. They also never seem to age. Even when they are older than dirt, they still look years younger than they are, and better than anyone else their age! They also have a more youthful attitude, love keeping up with the latest trends, and their curiosity keeps them interested in anything, everything and everyone! They have a passion for the Internet, cell phones and anything in the technological revolution. Geminis love keeping in touch with everyone, and e-mailing friends all over the globe is something they love to do. They never met a stranger, and they can chat with anyone at any time. They love being first with ‘the news’….love being heads up on the latest restaurant, or news item. They are born communicators, and they find it easy to express their ideas. Geminis have a low boredom threshold and can find it hard to concentrate on one thing for very long, unless they are totally enraptured by it.

Versatility is a Gemini’s ‘middle name,’ and they seem to be able to tackle many things at once. However….there are days when a Gemini doesn’t want to talk to a soul…..and others when they are on the phone from dawn to dusk. Geminis also have a reputation for changing their opinions….fluctuating according to the circumstances and time of day. This is one reason why Geminis are so interesting to have around. They are happiest when dealing with ideas rather than emotions. In fact, emotions can make a Gemini a tad embarrassed and tongue-tied. People who wear their hearts on their sleeves make a Gemini wince. They have problems being in a relationship with clinging vines. People adore their sunny nature, their ready laugh, and their fascinating conversation. No matter how attractive someone may be, a Gemini will not stay with them long if they’re boring, not very smart or do not have a sense of humor. Geminis are ideal candidates for jobs in the media, communications, entertainment, sales, and advertising. Self-employment suits them perfectly.

WE SURE DO LOVE OUR GEMINI FRIENDS!!!

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HAPPY GEMINI BIRTHDAY TO….

5/22…Dena Badgerow…George Gugleotti…Luke Wallace

5/23…John Andola

5/25…Heather Carruthers…Ron Maranian

5/26…Vince Taporowski

5/28…Bonnie Piceu…Ron Klug

5/29…Kay Behmke…Fred Covan…Anne O’Shea

5/30…Kathleen Moody

5/31…Caroline Cash…Ann Hampton-Callaway…Stanley Morris … Kelly Summers

6/1….Wish Washburn…Lora Wondras

6/2…David Case

6/3…Diane May…John Jurkowski…Basil Markow…

6/5…Jean Olson….Rick Harty…Beryn Harty…Nancy Stevens

6/6…Bill Heller…John Stashenko

6/7…Debra Dean….Margaret Domanski

6/8…Linda Greenberg…George Sanders….Suzanne Washburn…Irene Eyer

6/9…..Steve Panariello…Jennie Wolf…Susan Segersten

6/12….Sue Capanjola

6/13…Lenny Rosignalli

6/14…Tom Cawley…Malathi

6/15…David Black…

6/16…Judy Bramson…Steven Kramer

6/17…Amy Ray…Melissa Petruszka

6/19…Keith Dempster…Anne Shaver…Meryl Berman…James Gilliland

6/20…Marilyn VanderVeen…

6/21…Craig Hollenback….Charlie Mulligan

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HAPPY GEMINI ANNIVERSARY TO….

5/22…Dena & Bob Badgerow’

5/24…Gail & Craig Hollenback

5/25…Sara & Wally Clark

5/26…Ruth Reiter & Dan Metzler

5/27…Pat West & Chip Allen……James & Kim Fisher

5/31…Kayla & Rob Tollen

6/3….Sue Capanjoa & Lee Applebaum

6/4…Genevieve Isaksen

6/8…Bill & MaryCarlin Porter

6/9…Shirley & Frank Piku

6/10….Nancy & Virgil Williams

6/11…Michael McCabe & Ralph Garcia…..Scott & Theresa Hoover

6/12…Pamela Childs & Rhonda Florence

6/13…Pam & Paul Vereb

6/15…Mimi & Gary McDonald and Lora & Bob Wondras

6/16…Kathleen & Dick Moody and Fiona Molloy & Walter Lepperd

6/17…Mary Lou Hoover & Charlile Waite

6/18…Virginia & Don Robbins

6/19…Bounce and Karen LaLa Grant Margil

6/20…Liz & Ron Leonard and Franco & Alessandra Piaciabello

6/21…Rita Linder & Perry Arnold

Please take time to jot pertinent birthdays and anniversaries in your address books. If I have forgotten anyone that has received this, please let me know by e-mailing me your birth day and month to kwlynda@bellsouth.net, and I will add you to the llist. If you are one of those dynamic Geminis mentioned, please let me know if any of the above description pertains to you.

Happy remembering!!!!

Lynda