WILD ABOUT WEDNESDAY!!!

WEDNESDAY, MAY 4^th,  2011, in KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!!

DEAR READERS……      Tomorrow, is Thankful Thursday.  Please take time to send me your thoughts on what you are particularly thankful for.  These do not have to be gigantic things.  Some of the simplest things are things that touch our hearts and fill us with joy.  Hope to hear from you.  Send to me at kwlynda@bellsoouth.net.  Thank you!

PRAYER CHAIN…                                            Please keep the following in your special thoughts and prayers…….Richard Crooks….. George Poulin……Bill Larkin…..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 ……And please remember all those families who have experienced the wrath of those devastating tornados in Alabama, etc.  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.

RED, WHITE & TUNA OPENS MAY 5^th at THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE…..                           The Waterfront Playhouse concludes its smash 71^st season with the hilarious comedy, “Red, White, and Tuna” starring  two of Key West’s most versatile actors, David Black and Mark Watson.  Showtime is 8:30 PM and it runs Tues. thru Sat. from May 5 to May 21.  Opening night is Thursday, May 5^th…the production is sponsored by Conch Color and the opening night party is presented by Jeff Johnson and Hy Conrad.    Directed by Cameron Murray, actors, David and Mark play 25 different hysterical and unforgetable characters gathered for a Fourth of July celebration.  Howlingly funny, you may want to wear your Depends when you see this show!  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.

“BEHIND THE SCENES” at the WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE….MAY 9^TH…..         You are invited to get a FREE Behind the Scenes tour of the Waterfront Playhouse with Artistic Director, Danny Weathers & Technical Director, Michael Boyer.  Come and see the latest stage set….get to have Q & A with Danny and Michael….VERY informative and Fun!  Wine and light hors d’oeuvres served…Reservations are limited so call 294-5015 or go online to www.waterfrontplayhouse.org.  This is a special chance to find out how our theater clicks!  It is a very popular event so sign up NOW!!!!  Time for this event is 6:00 PM!!!!!

BOBBY NESBITT AT AQUA ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 4^th….                              The always wonderful Bobby Nesbitt is at the piano at Aqua Nightclub, 711 Duval St., from 5:30 to 7:30 PM.

KEY WEST BURLESQUE AT KELLY’S….                        Last night was opening night of the final performances of KW Burlesque for this season…upstairs at Kelly’s Showtime is at 9 pm….doors open at 8:30 PM….Bob and I were totally entertained by this faboo troupe of delightful performers.  Just a warning, this show is VERY popular and sells out so get your tix now!  The show theme is KUNG FU…..  You will journey all eve with geishas, ninjas, sumo wrestlers and kabuki dancers.  This dynamite show will be presented on May 4 & 5….and on May 11, 12, 13, & 14!!!!  Created and directed by the luscious Christa Hunt (TaTah!!!) and produced by that hottie, Marky Pierson, these shows are true crowd pleasers…hilarious and entertaining.  Go to www.keywestburlesque.com for more info.  For tix go to www.keystix.com or call 295-7676 for reservations! ALL your fave stars perform, including Ta Tah, Marky, Moana, Marquee, Rocky, Frenchie, Buffy, Hunny, Golly G (Brandon Beach!), and MANY more!  Just want you to know, that we LOVED this show…..Marky and Tatah did it again…the place was filled to the brim with delighted fans….so great to see Matt Rawls, Leigh Pujado, Connie Gilbert, Yolla and Petra, Greg Rowley, Jay Levin, Carolyn Cooper, and soooo many more  fans who have fallen under the spell of this super fun Group of performers.  I urge you to get  your tix for this super fun show…..see the  dates, and call the above numbers!!!!

COLOMBIAN GRACE RESTAURANT……                  Hey folks, there’s this wonderful GEM of a restaurant on Petronia St. called COLOMBIAN GRACE…..It is between Blue Heaven and Santiago’s Bodega.  If you haven’t tried it out, I urge you to give it a whirl.  The thing is, the adorable and passionate owner, Zulma Sugera, serves up some really delish food….at breakfast/lunch and dinner!  We stopped there the other evening, and were glad to see the restaurant pretty busy….everyone was raving over their meals….and rightly so.  Their preparation of yellow tail is scrumptious….and Mom’s Casserole, grouper in a fabulous cheese sauce is memorable!  Wine, beer & Sangria are served….superb salads….Bob and I HIGHLY recommend Colombian Grace…..tell Zulma we sent you!  This is one of those rare restaurants where we have never had a bad meal!  Please try it out!

HELP KEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL WITH OPERATION GRADUATION….               Thus far $9,000 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 $11,00 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 PERFORMS FREE 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

LATEDA ON MAY 4….…..                     It’s the dynamic Debra & Patrick performing in the By George Bar at 8:30 pm!!!!  Time to dance!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON MAY 4…..                               On May 4, from 5 to 9 pm, it’s the marvelous Lenore Troia performing…….2 for 1 Cocktails from 5 to 7 pm!!!!!   Special Tapas Menu only on Tues. & Thurs.

SCHOONER WHARF ON MAY 4….              On May 4, from Noon until 5:00 pm, it’s Rob Sweet & Joe Pepper (aka Sweet Pepper)……From 7 to 11 pm, it’s  Gary Hempsey & Russ Scavelli……From 9 pm until 1:00 am, it’s the Magic of Frank Everhart!

THE GARDENS HOTEL…… May 4 thru May 8……                     The D’vine Wine Gallery at 526 Angela St. is open from Wed. thru Sun. from 5 to 10 PM…………..Cabaret Night is Thurs., 5/5 with the suave Bobby Nesbitt from 5:30 to 9 pm….and Jazz is on Sunday….  On May 8^th, Mother’s Day, it’s Skipper Kripitz, Gordy Michael, and the always divine, Carmen Rodriguez!!!!!!……from 5:30 to 8 PM. This splendid threesome will be dedicating this Jazz Night to all Mothers, especially their own, whom they now hold close to their hearts!

TICKETS FOR ONLY $20 TO BENEFIT FLA KEYS OUTREACH COALITION….       GREAT Prize Package includes a million fab prizes…… to help the Women’s & Children’s programs…drawing held on 4/27.  Call 294-0304 for more info and complete prize package…..deadline is 4/26.

SKIPPER & GORDY AT SALUTE’S ON MAY 6…..      Skipper Kripitz & Gordy Michael will perform from 6 to 8 PM at the weekly sunset music series at Salute Restaurant at Higg’s Beach

JIMMY OLSON AT SQUARE ONE ON MAY  9…..…..            Mon., 5/9 will be your last chance to enjoy the piano music of Jimmy Olson, as he will be leaving for the summer on May 12.  He will be at the piano from 6 to 8:30 pm for your dining pleasure!  Let him know if you would like to sing and he will be glad to accommodate you!

PARAPROSDOKIAN FOR YOU….               If the world was a logical place, men would be the ones who ride horses sidesaddle!

SHORT ATTENTION SPAN THEATRE AT THE RED BARN……..            This newest Red Barn 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, Bob Bowersox, Pony Charvet, Carolyn Cooper, Mook J, Quincy Perkins, Erin McKenna, Chad Newman, Eli Pancamo, Randi Reams, and Joanie Sullivan.  You can also go to www.redbarntheatre.com for tix.  Note that the show is presented Wed. thru Sat. each week.

IMPROVABLES COMEDY CRUISE….SAT. MAY 7TH…..                  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.

INTRO TO SCREEN WRITING WITH BOB BOWERSOX….STARTS MAY3…..       Sign up now for this class conducted by Bob Bowersox, actor & writer….At 142 Simonton St…..Upstairs Conference Room…Tuesdays beginning May 3, from 6 to 8 PM.  Limited class size….Sponsored by The People’s Theater of Key West!

MIKE EMERSON AT BLUE HEAVEN…MAY 4^TH…..         It’s solo guitar & vocals from smooth Mike Emerson at Blue Heaven from 6 to 9:30 PM.

JEANIE FALCONE PERFORMS…..            On May 5^th,  Jeanie will be entertaining at The Shore Bar at the Southernmost Motel on the Beach, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm.  On May 6 & 7, Jeanie will be serenading everyone at The Bull at 1:00 PM!!!!!

AT THE BULL ON MAY 5^TH….                              It’s Dawn Wilder at 6 pm and Baby T at 10:00 pm!!!!!

THE LARRY & JENNA SHOW AT HOG’S BREATH ON MAY 4^TH…..       This show co-hosted by Larry Smith & Jenna Stauffer present their “Last Blast on Stage One”….This show is broadcasted on www.konkbroadcasting.com.  This last show of the season will be at 9 pm upstairs at The Hog’s Breath Saloon.  All who have ever been on the show, associated anyway with the show, and everyone in between, is invited to attend.  Pete Kronowitt & His Band from LA will be featured guests.

CINCO de MAYO CELEBRATION at SCHOONER,  ON MAY 5^TH…..              This event takes place at The Schooner Wharf Bar from 7 pm until Midnight…..Super Hot Taco Eating Contest….Hot Pepper Eating Contest (Fire extinguishers (Drinks) will be on hand!)  Prize for the Best Mexican Hat….Music by Miguel Cruz & Tropical Dreams featuring Dayami.  Special drinks and dringk prices….Senor Senor Bill Hoebee is master of ceremonies, with a LIVE broadcast on SUN 99.5!!!!  Call 292-3302.

FRIENDS OF THE FKCC LIBRARY RECEPTION…MAY 5….          The FKCC Student Art Show began on 5/2 and will run thru 6/10.  On Thurs., May 5^th, there will be a reception.  A $10 donation will reserve a dinner plate for you.  Tix on sale at the FKCC Library or at the door the day of the reception.  Call 809-3194 for more information.

BLACK & SKABUDDAH ON MAY 5 & 6…..                  This duo performs at Conch Republic Seafood Co. from 6 to 10:00 pm.  They perform at Sloppy Joe’s on Sat., 5/7 from Noon to 4:45 pm.

TIB BANK RELAY FOR LIFE FUNDRAISER AT BOTTLECAP….MAY 6^TH……                    From 5 to 8 pm, on Fri., May 6^th, all TIPS will go to benefit Relay For Life and the Team from TIB Bank.  Guest bartenders include, Mary Falconer, Danny Weathers, Chris Elwell and Ann Marie Dillon.  50/50 Raffle…..and Fun for ALL!   Support this fundraiser!  1128 Simonton St.

THE DREPUNG GOMANG MONKS ARE COMING…MAY 6^TH…..               They are coming to Key West’s Tara Mandale Budhist Center to give a blessing of the area’s land & waters in anticipation of hurricane season.  This is a free event from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the Nature Chapel at the KW Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden on Stock Island.  You will have a chance to share in meditation and chanting with them for promotion of World Peace.  For more info go to www.gomgang.org.

DENIS HYLAND STARS AT THE STUDIOS ON MAY 7^TH…..                      My dear friend, the very talented, Denis Hyland, will be starring in his own cabaret show at The Studios of Key West, 600 White St., at 8:00 pm on May 7^th.  Denis is not only a gifted dancer, but also a real Jazz singer, and has his own unique way of interpreting singers, like Ella and Billie and all the great jazz artists.  You will be charmed and dazzled by his renditions.  Accompanying Denis will be Skipper Kripitz, Chris Buchard, Joe Dallas, and Bill Goldner.  All table tix are sold out….but there are still general admission seats available.  Go to www.keystix.com or call 296-0458.  Advance tix are $25  and $30 the day of the show.  By the way….If anyone out there at a table has two extra seats available, Bob and I would be glad to buy them from you….Let me know by e-mailing me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net or calling me at 393-6273.  Thanks a lot!

16^TH ANNUAL TREES GIVEAWAY…MAY 7^TH….                            Keys Energy Services hosts its 16^th Tree Giveaway on Sat., May 7 at 8:30 am at the KEYS’ Service Bldg., at 1001 James St.  Trees will be given away on a first come first serve basis…you will have a choice of 2 FREE native shade trees while the supply lasts.  Go to www.KeysEnergy.com for more info.

AT THE ARMORY SCULPTURE GARDEN….MAY 7^TH….                           A series of sea sculptures by Maine artist, C.R. Gray,  will take over the Armory Sculpture Garden at The Studios of KW, 600 White St. beginning May 7.  This display will be there till late June.  A receotion for the artists will be Thurs., May 12^th from 5:30 to 7 pm during the Walk on White.  Call Lauren at 296-0458 for more information.

$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!!!

KENTUCKY DERBY PARTY AT THE TROPIC ON MAY 7^TH….          This event is now a Benefit for the VNA/Hospice of the Florida Keys…..Sat., 5/7 from 4 to 7 PM at The Tropic Cinema, 416 Eaton St. … Tix are $75…buy at Tropic or online at www.tropiccinema.com…..Games of Chance, Door Prizes, Hat Contest and Mint Juleps, of course!

ART SHOW IN ZABAR’S COURTYARD…MAY 8^TH…..                This Art Show, held on Mother’s Day in the Zabar Courtyard from 5 to 9:00 pm, on May 8^th,  2011,  called, ‘Indigenous’  is a group show featuring home grown contemporary artists including Mike Marrero, Caymen Smith-Marin, Jack McDonald, Elise Kaufmann, Michael Irwin, and Cody Taube….fresh vibrant works of art from an insider’s point of view.  All invited to this FREE exhibit!

HOWARD LIVINGSTON AT MARGARITAVILLE..MAY 8^TH….          Howard Livingston & The Mile Marker 24 Band, will be performing from 5 to 8 pm at a benefit for the Boys & Girls Club of KW,  at Margaritaville,  500 Duval St.  Caribbean buffet, complimentary margaritas, silent auction, dancing, HOWIE & the Band…all for $40.  Everyone in town is invited.  This is a great way to celebrate Mother’s Day!  Call 296-2258 for info …tix at door or by calling prior number.

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!

A PUN FOR YOU….                                   I know an eager-beaver District Attorney who ferreted out how someone badgered a politician into weaseling out of a contract on a rabbit farm!

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.

COMMUNITY DAY AT THE CUSTOM HOUSE ON MAY 15^th….             Mark your calendars… Admission is FREE for locals all day….Make sure  you visit the ‘Speedway to Sunshine’ exhibit, all about the Railway that Flagler built!  It’s fabulous.  Also, all members will get an additional 15% off all that weekend!!!!

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!

HAPPY MAY 4^TH BIRTHDAY TO……                   very special, BILL MANSFIELD……the wonderful BETTY SHIELDS……..author & artist, LEE DODEZ!!!!!

Love to YOU…and Remember…                  We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak.  Now is the time to listen between the gaps.  Often the key to communication is what is not said.  Listen with your ears and your eyes.  Look where the words don’t match the meaning.  Don’t fill the gaps by speaking; allow the speaker to do it.  Look for motivations.  You’ll be surprised at the results!

Lynda