FRI., 5/27 thru SUN., 5/29, 2011, in KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!!
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…..two special friends who want to remain anonymous……for all those in Missouri who have been hit so hard by the recent tornadoes….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.
FRANK ROMANO MEMORIAL ON FRI., JUNE 3RD….. A celebration of the wonderful life of the beloved, FRANK ROMANO, will be held at 4 PM on June 3rd, at The Tennessee Williams Theatre at 5901 College Rd. on Stock Island. Everyone is invited to attend. Frank was a true Key West Legend, a great supporter of the Arts and everything in Key West. We loved Frank and will miss him very much! Our thoughts and prayers are with Joe Liszka, Kim Romano, his Family and all the friends whom Frank touched in so many special ways.
HELP KEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL WITH OPERATION GRADUATION….$4 thou needed…. Thus far $16,000 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 $4,000 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.
A PUN FOR YOU… A carpenter must have been here. I saw dust!
CONGRATS TO MICHAEL SHIELSDS OF ARTWAVES, KONK RADIO….. Michael Shields is the host of ArtWaves with Konk Broadcasting Network, online…..He is celebrating his 500th program which is an amazing accomplishment! Today’s show his special guest will be Quincy Perkins….The theme is Film on Friday and they will discuss film, the cinema and info on the Cannes Film Festival. Enjoy! The show is on from 11 am until noon. You can catch Michael’s program online by going to www.konknet.com.
JAZZ AT THE GARDENS ON MAY 29….. The fabulous D’Vine Wine Gallery is open from Wed. thru Sun. from 5 to 10 pm every week. On Sunday, May 29th, it’s JAZZ in The GARDENS, at 526 Angela St., from 5:30 to 8 pm……this Sunday with the marvelous Lenore Troia and Friends…We love Lenore and her wonderful music! Bobby Nesbitt performs in the Conservatory on June 2nd from 5:30 to 9 pm!
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 at LATEDA…..MAY 27 & 28… 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! Showtime is 9 PM…..on May 27 and 28…and then on to June and July too! It sure is GRAND to have Christopher back in Key West! We ALL have missed him a LOT! Call 296-6706 for tickets…. We love you Christopher!!!!! By the way, Congrats to Christopher on his two sold out shows at Lateda last weekend….great spread in Conch Color! Tom Oosterhoudt certainly documents all the wonderful days of our life in Key West! Thanks Tom!
AUDITIONS FOR ‘AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY’ AT WATERFRONT…MAY 31….. Director & Artistic Director, Danny Weathers will be holding auditions for ‘August: Osage County” the Pulitzer Prize & Tony award-winning play which will be presented at the Waterfront Playhouse, Dec. 20 thru Jan 14. Auditions for this drama take place from 5 to 8 pm at the Waterfront Playhouse on Mallory Square. Needed are experienced actors….6 men and 7 women. Go to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org for character breakdown and info. You can contact Danny at 296-8879 or e-mail him at accessdanny@gmail.com. (I have to tell you, we saw this play in NY and it was stupendous…one of my favorite plays at the theater!!! I am more than thrilled that The Waterfront Playhouse is presenting this “gift” to Key West!)
TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON 5/27-29…. Fri., 5/27, it’s Michael Emerson from 6 to 10 pm……Sat., 5/28, it’s Bobby Nesbitt entertaining from 6 to 10 pm……On Sun., 5/29, it’s Rob DiStaci from 5 to 9 pm……2 for 1 cocktails from 5 to 7 pm daily!!!!!
IN MEMORIAM….. Please take time to remember Nancy Holtkamp on May 29th! She was a great supporter of The Waterfront Playhouse, and she is thought of with much affection always!
AQUA NIGHTCLUB…MAY 27 thru 29………. On Friday, 5/27at 4:30 pm, Dave Bootle entertains and he is a real crowd-pleaser!!!!! The Aquanettes are live onstage doing 2 shows on Friday & Saturday, at 9 and 11 PM, and 1 9:00 PM show on Sunday!
LATEDA PRESENTS…MAY 27-29…. On May 27 thru May 29, it’s the divine Debra & Patrick performing in the By George Bar. And, don’t forget CHRISTOPHER PETERSON’S Eyecons Show on May 27 & 28 this week….296-6706 for tix!!! Can’t wait to be there on Friday night! On May 29 at 4 pm, the Tea Dance Theme will be “Memorial Day Tea.”
SCHOONER WHARF ON MAY 27-28-29…. From 5/27 thru 5/29th, from Noon to 5 pm, it’s Michael McCloud & Friends performing……On May 27 & 28, from 7 to Midnight, it’s the Doerfels entertaining!!!……On May 29, at 1 pm is The MINIMAL REGATTA…….From 6:30 to 11 PM on May 29, it’s Marty Stonely, George Victory & Masai ………From 9 until 1 AM every night, it’s the Magic of Frank Everhart!
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!!!
IMPROVABLES COMEDY CRUISE….SAT. MAY 28….. 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 27 & 28 and June 2…. …… On May 27 & 28, Jeanie will be serenading everyone at The Bull at 1:00 PM!!!!! On June 2, Jeanie performs at The Southernmost Hotel on the Beach in the Shore Bar, from 4:30 to 7:30 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.
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.
SKIPPER & DIN ALLEN AT SALUTE…..MAY 27…. This super duo performs from 6 to 8 pm at Salute on the Beach……perfect dining music…. This is a great way to enjoy Friday evening….Great Music, super food, wonderful setting…Sunset! Divine!
BOTTLECAP GROOVE LOUNGE ON MAY 27…. From 5 to 8 pm, stop by the BottleCap where all proceeds benefit Sister Season Fund…..celeb bartenders and great plans for a fun evening!
CONGA LINE CELEBRATING CUBA ON MAY 27…. Revelers in Cuban attire will conga from the shores of the Atlantic to the Gulf of Mexico on May 27. Led by the Comparsa KW Dance Troupe will step off at 8 pm and proceed down Duval and ALL are invited to join in. Parade winds up at El Meson de Pepe at 410 Wall St. at Mallory Square for a hot dance party starting at 9:30 pm. Free Admission! For Cuban cuisine and cigar enthusiasts, meet at 7 pm at El Meson for dinner….$75 per person. Call Jose Diaz for reservations at 360-0738. Conga Line starts on South St.
A PARAPROSDOKIAN FOR YOU….. I used to be indecisive….now I’m not sure!
FILM FUNDRAISER AT ECO DISCOVERY CENTER….MAY 28TH….. A preview of a film about a woman’s solo attempt to paddleboard across the Florida Straits will be show Sat. at a benefit for her second try….5 pm at 33 East Quay Rd. at the Truman Waterfront. The film, “Dream Big:Inside All of Us Lives Hope” is about Sout Beach lifeguard, Cynthia Aguilar as she tries to set several Guiness World Records. The big paddle is set for the week of June 13. Her purpose is to increase awareness of the ocean’s ecosystems and the work of Make-a-Wish Foundation of Southern FLA! Showtimes will be at 5:30 & 6:30 PM. All invited. For more info call 305-219-9490 or go to www.keeppaddlin.org.
CUBAN 20 DE MAYO WEEK CELEBRATION ON MAY 28TH….. This Event takes place at The San Carlos from 3 to 9:00 pm….Preserving tradition and celebrating the birth of the Republic of Cuba, the San Carlos is doing it up in style by combining the culture, cuisine and Music of Cuba! Great Paella will be prepared in the middle of Duval St. in front of the San Carlos, 516 Duval St. The FinDeFiesta Party will present the Orchestra Tradicion Caribe….a musical history of Cuba, Del Danzon ala Charanga. For info and ticket purchase call 266-3431. Tix are $20 and if interested e-mail Elena at ElenaSpottswood@aol.com, as she has tickets for sale.
PIG ROAST AT AMERICAN LEGION HALL…MAY 28…. This Event takes place from 1 pm until ????? at The American Legion at 5610 College Rd. on Stock Island. Music by Colt ‘n Flowers….cost is $10….50/50 raffle…sponsored by the American Legion Riders, Chapter 28.
BILL BLUE AT GREEN PARROT…MAY 29…. The old man of blues, Bill Blue will be at Sun. soundcheck at the Parrot at 5:30 pm.
KATY WERNER SHOWCASED SUN., AT THE PIER HOUSE…MAY 29TH….. Larry Smith is at the piano at 7 pm……on Sunday at 9 pm, he will be joined by Katy Werner….with Mary Deasy, Ruben Navarro, Laura Wood and Les Dudley.
SCHOONER WHARF MINIMAL REGATTA ON MAY 29TH…. 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.
SURVIVOR’S PARTY PM MAY 30TH….. This 34th annual event is on Memorial Day from 4 pm to sunset at The Southernmost Beach Café, 1405 Duval St. Food, cash bar, silent auction, raffles….$20 is the entrance fee…all proceeds go to benefit the sister Season Fund.
AT HOG’S BREATH SALOON……. Singer/songwriter, Bruce Isaacson will be performing on the outdoor stage from 5:30 to 9:30 pm May 30 thru June 6. Mike Lowry and his band are there from May 30 thru June 5, from 10 pm until 2 am. Located at 400 Front St.
AT BLUE HEAVEN RESTAURANT….JUNE 1 THRU JUNE 5….. There will be 5 preview performances of Marcy Lafferty’s play, “Vivian Leigh:The Last Press Conference” at Blue Heaven Restaurant from 6/1 thru 6/5. Acclaimed actor/director, Austin Pendleton directs. Performances on June 1 thru June 4, are at 8 PM….Sun., June 5, the show is at 3 PM. Tix are $13 and available by calling 296-8666. Read more in Paradise on page 14…..sounds fascinating!
MOVIE, “MIDWAY” AT TROPIC, ON JUNE 4TH….. The Spruance Commissioning Committee of the navy League of the US, KW Council, invites you to a showing of the epic movie, ‘Midway,’ & a gala reception. This movie depicts the turning-point battle in the Pacific that made Admiral Spruance famous….Reception begins at 7 pm, and the film showing is promptly at 8 PM at The Tropic Cinema, 416 Eaton St. Your $50 donation includes movie, hors d’oeuvres, desserts, champagne punch and a multi-prize raffle. Tix at the Tropic box office, at www.tropiccinema.com & from committee members. For info call Cassandra at 942-3025. Active duty, reserve & retired military members in uniform receive $10 in raffle tix.
KEY WEST PRIDE WEEK JUNE 8 THRU 12….. Mark your calendars, and stay tuned for all the great events coming up…..you can check out www.keywestpride.org!
COMEDY SHOW TIX NOW ON SALE…JUNE 12…. An evening with Postal Wendy & Christine O’Leary……a KW Pride Event…..8:30 pm at Lateda…Tix are $25. This show will be akin to One Human Family meets the Gay Boys at The Bath House…with the soundtrack of Glee! Call 304-1181 for more info or tix or also go to www.keywestpride.org. ….sponsored by Venus Charters.
CAROLE MACCARTEE ACTING WORKSHOPS AT RED BARN…. Director/actor Carole MacCartee holds her 20th summer acting classes. The first workshop is Scene Study…meets Mon. & Fri. at the Red Barn from 7 to 10 pm……begins June 13 & ends with a final performance on July 25. Cost is $250. The second workshop is Monologue Auditions….meets Wed. from 7 to 10 pm…begins on June 15….final performance on July 25….Cost is $150 for a 6 week class. For more info call Carole at 296-5587. Classes limited to 15 students each.
DEAL AT CAMILLE’S RESTAURANT….. Have a dinner for 2 & receive either a free bottle of wine,2 free martinis, or 2 slices of Key Lime Pie…when you buy 2 dinner entrees at regular price. 1202 Simonton St. Call 296-4811 for reservations! Thanks, Denise!
HAPPY MAY 27th ANNIVERSARY TO……. …..special couple, PAT WEST & CHIP ALLEN! (Hey you two….we sure do miss The KEYS Piano Bar!!!!!) Also, HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO …… JAMES & KIM FISHER….#6!!!!!HAPPY MAY 28TH BIRTHDAY TO…….. the very beautiful & delightful, BONNIE PICEU!!! And HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALASO TO……. former Key Wester, RON KLUG!HAPPY MAY 29TH BIRTHDAY TO……. Fantasy Fest Queen 2010/11, ANNE O’SHEA…… TO tennis ace, KAY BEHMKE…… AND….to the southernmost Shrink, FRED COVAN.
Love to YOU…and Remember….. Believe that the Universe is friendly and life is on your side. What is life for, after all? It is for YOU!
Lynda
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