MONDAY, APRIL 22…

HAPPY APRIL 22 BIRTHDAY TO…CAROLINE TAYLOR…. JACK AGNEW….PHILLIP DECKER…. BETH RANSON…. PATTY RODRIGUEZ…..JEFF CHESSON …. DAVID SNOWBALL…(Please remember…Jakob Gelt Dekker… Rosemary Stout…Ted Watson ….Early & Orchid Duncan.)   HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…..MARLENE & DEAN DI BRITO.
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“LOST IN YONKERS” OPENS AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE APRIL 24-MAY 11!!!!  READ ABOUT IT BELOW!!!!!!
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EVENT FOR FR. JOHN BAKER…APRIL 29…..There will be a Mass of Thanksgiving to honor retired Pastor, Fr. John Baker on Monday APRIL 29 at 5 pm at The Basilica of St, Mary Star of the Sea.  Following, will be a reception with refreshments in the Stations of the Cross Garden.  PLEASE RSVP BY CALLING THE RECTORY AT 305-294-1018. ALL INTERESTED IN MAKING A GIFT DONATION FOR THE FUTURE SUPPORT OF FR. BAKER MAY DO SO AT THE RECTORY…or IN THE GARDEN DURING THE RECEPTION.  Please make all checks payable to Key West Retired Catholic Priest Fund, Inc.  Great News is that there are plans in effect to ascertain that Fr. John will remain in Key West and the donations given to this fund will go toward this endeavor.  Please be generous as he has been so very kind, loving, giving, welcoming and generous to everyone he has encountered.

****AN EVENING OF BROADWAY, OUR WAY….APRIL 29….7:30 to 9:00 PM….  This is a Biggie!  It is a fundraiser for the KWHS Drama Club at Williams Hall, 729 Fleming St.  An All STAR CAST of Performers, including…. BOBBY NESBITT…. CHRISTOPHER PETERSON…. CARMEN RODRIGUEZ… LAUREN THOMPSON….AND JESSICA WACHS.  Student Performers, under the Direction of Jeremy zoma, are Carly Lefelar…Amelia Morffi…Ruby Sickman…and Em Pucuhuaranga..Accompanied by James King III. …. HOSTED BY ERIN UZUME McKENNA!!!!   Get tix NOW at www.keystix.com…. $150. each… Tables of 4!!!  Tix can be purchased individually or as a full table.  Each ticket includes access to an OPEN BAR….delish passed Hors d’Oeuvres catered by Great Events…. and a special Sweet Treat plus this sensational show!!!!!  NOTE:  The Drama Club relies entirely on donations, sponsorships, fundraising, and grants since The Key West High School has NO Budget to sponsor performances.  (This makes me so sad…..I say this is just wrong!  The ARTS are SO important…PLEASE support this event and the Drama Club… and thanks to all involved!)  Thanks to Emily Young who heads this  group  of talented teen thespians!  THIS WILL SELL OUT QUICKLY!!!!

AT TAVERN N TOWN… APRIL  22, 29…Rob DiStasi performs from 5 to 9 pm.

WE WELCOME BACK TO KEY  WEST, THE DEAREST OF FRIENDS, NOREEN COLLINS (who is responsible for us even being in Key West!!!)… and her wonderful son, GREG COLLINS.  We look so forward to spending some quality time with them.

LAST MONDAY…. I welcomed back  KRISTIN LARKIN  LO GERFO AND PETER GLICKLICH.  Sadly Peter’s wonderful mother, Dr. Lucy Rosenberg, passed away at age 98, and they went to the Memorial in Wisconsin.  However… after this sad interlude, we again welcome them back to Key West.  Thoughts and prayers are with them and their family, as they mourn the loss of this beloved Lady.

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB ON APRIL  22, 29..Music from 5:30-7:30 pm…It’s Bob Wasson at the Piano…..821 Duval St ….8-11 pm, it’s Jazz Jam with Skipper Kripitz, Larry Smith & Joe Dallas..8 to 11 pm.

THE GARDENS HOTEL MONDAY..APRIL  22, 29…from 5 -7 pm it’s Mary Spear entertaining ….526 Angela St. 

GWEN FILOSA HOSTS ‘THE BIRD DROP’ OPEN MIC….APRIL 22… Every 4th Monday of the month, Jessica Wachs of  Rumble Productions, introduces this new open mic event to present everything from comedy, to singing, to poetry!  At The Birdcage Cabaret at Aquaplex at 504  Angela St.  8:30 pm.   Hilarious  Comedian Gwen Filosa hosts this, the fourth Monday of each month AND WILL HOST AGAIN  ON MAY 27….. Laurie Thibaud hosts the second Monday of each month….next one is MAY 13!!!! 

MY BLOG ALSO STILL ON CONCHTV.COM……You can  go to www.conchtv.com/author/lynda and get my complete blog ….also the recent Birthday and Anniversary Lists and other info including my photo!!!! 

SCHOONER WHARF.. APRIL  22, 29…Raven Cooper 12- 5 pm…..Joe the Show ….  from 6:30-11 pm. 

FREE TOURS OF THE KW WOMAN’S CLUB…MONDAY THRU FRIDAY….319 Duval St.  Tours are from 10 am to 4 pm…. The tour includes the story of Eleanor & Martin Hellings who built the home in 1892.  It is a wonderful home filled with antiques and history!
 
AVOID TICKET SCAMS…. The Key West Theater is advising everyone to be aware of ticket scammers out there  before you learn the hard way.  For ticketing questions or legitimacy of ticket sellers contact the Box Office.  Purchasing tix from unverified sellers could result in fake tix and scams.  The Official website is the keywesttheater.com !!!!!! 

HUGH’S VIEW AT THE STUDIOS, MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS… Open from 6 to 8 pm.. Bar…. Great Views thanks to Hugh!!!!  (I love that the name Hugh has ‘HUG’ as its first three letters…he was so huggable!)

BRIA ANSARA PERFORMS  ON MONDAYS, TUES. & WED.  AT BOURBON ST. PUB from 8:30- 10:30 PM. Bria is a brilliant and wonderful singer!!!! (and an Aqua Idol finalist!!!!)

KARI WOLF…..PERFORMS AT IRISH KEVIN’S AT 10 PM!! APRIL 22, 23…. 

PLEASE NOTE… THE PRAYER CHAIN HAS BEEN RELOCATED TO THE ADDENDUM BELOW.   PLEASE REMEMBER ALL THOSE WHO NEED OUR PRAYERS FOR MANY VARIOUS REASONS!  THANK YOU… SCROLL DOWN PLEASE. 

THESE PLACES ADVERTISE DEALS  FOR A LIMITED TIME…. SO PLEASE CALL TO CHECK THAT THIS SPECIAL IS STILL IN EFFECT….SEVEN FISH…. 921 Truman Ave…..For a Limited time….20% locals discount on all food and wine and beverages with ID…  ALSO…. AT BOB’S at 532 Margaret St…. 20% Locals discount on ALL food and drink!… And THE PIER HOUSE IS also offering the same deal for Locals.

LATEDA.. …. Performing in the Crystal Room at Lateda at 9 pm is … The Randy Roberts LIVE! Show ….1125 Duval St.  To check on the  schedule go to the Lateda website.    Downstairs in the Lounge is the superb 3 SUM  who perform on Thursday thru Monday at 8:30 pm. And a new act on Tues. and Wed. at 8:30 pm.   And delish food too!!!!

KEY WEST THEATER, APRIL 22…. That Hippie Band at 7 pm, in the back Listening Room….

HEAD’S UP ON ANNUAL QUEEN MOTHER PAGEANT….. MAY 13….8 pm at The Key West Theater…. Get tix now….these always go quickly….so act now.

SOME RESTAURANT NEWS…. A new Bar is taking over Smokin’ Tuna’s spot in the MAIN building.  (Tuna is not moving to the spot on Duval that is under renovation.)  They are expanding their current backyard patio to create a ‘new’ Smokin’ Tuna.  ALSO…..Off the Hook is closing because Square Grouper, of Cudjoe Key, bought the building to open a second Square Grouper restaurant in that Key West location.  

THE AQUANETTES PERFORM SHOWS EVERY SINGLE NIGHT…. Aqua Nightclub at 711 Duval St. is the place to see the most fabulous Drag Queens ….including …. FAITH … INGA …. ELLE … JESSICA… BEATRIX ……  MAYA …and  EPIPHANY!!!  Shows are  Monday and Tuesday at 9 pm….and from Wednesday thru Sunday, there are two shows…at 7 pm and 9 pm.  ..Reserve at www.aquakeywest.com.  Aqua is open from noon to 2 am nightly…. drink specials… full menu… lunch specials…… call 305-294-0555…   Also at Aqua…. there is the Back Bar, the Side Bar , The BIRDCAGE CABARET….. the Outdoor Bar and Grill, and each has its own personality!!!!!  MIKE AND JOHN BARRETT are wonderful new owners and are doing super things at AQUA PLEX!! 

The venerable ANNE MCKEE (now 100) is presently residing at the  Palm Vista Rehabilitation Center at 5860 College Rd., Room 126,  Stock Island, FL 33040.    If  you have some time to pay her a visit I am sure she will welcome you.
RENOWNED KW ARTIST, RICK WORTH…. is also residing at the Rehab Center, in Room 121. I KNOW he too, would welcome a visit or a card or note.  He is making slow process after his stroke awhile back.  Note also that if you visit Rick, do not bring food as he is on a feeding tube.

ALSO….To contact me, direct all messages to kwlynda@bellsouth.net,  I am interested in ALL  you may have to say.  Also, if you have any information that I could use in this blog, please send it to me and I will try to  include it next time. I need ALL info sent as concisely as possible and must come to me before Sunday at the end of the week… as my blog goes out on MONDAYS!!!!! (and sometimes Sunday night!)  If you want a copy of the recent Birthday/Anniversary List and Overview, let me know by emailing me at above address.

CHARITY BINGO AT GREEN PARROT…Monday at 7 pm… to benefit A WORTHY CAUSE…each and every week. 

VOTE BY MAIL….Please note that every person who wants a vote by mail ballot must request one EACH election cycle.    Request now for 2024 or check your vote by-mail-status at the following links.  Request a vote by mail ballot ….  keysselections.org/Voters/vote-by-mail-Request.  You can also phone the office of Joyce Griffiths at 305-292-3416.  Better safe than sorry!  YOUR VOTE is of utmost importance!!!!!!

KAREN BEAUPRIE WATERCOLOR CLASSES….at KW Art Center, 301 Front St…..every Monday thru March 25…. 10 am to 1 pm….All skill levels welcome.  Supply list found at www.beausartstudio.com.  Register at 305-294-1241.  Karen is one of Key West’s most talented watercolor artists!

A PUN or LEXOPHILE FOR YOU….I wanted to take pictures of the fog this morning but I ‘MIST’ my chance.  I guess I could ‘DEW’ it tomorrow!
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TUESDAY, APRIL 23,  etc.  2024

HAPPY APRIL 23, BIRTHDAY TO….GARY RIVENSON….. STEPHEN KITSAKOS….GUY DE BOER….BILL LANE…..GREG COLLINS…. LINDA JURIN CRUZ…. (Please remember TONY KNORATH…. NIDIA BORDERS… AND…..SAM STEVENS TODAY.)
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THE RED BARN PRESENTS…thru APRIL 27….Only 4 more days to see this briskly entertaining play, “THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT”… …. stars the fabulous DAVE BOOTLE…. RITA TROXEL….AND CODY BORAH…..directed by Joy Hawkins.   SHOWTIME FOR THIS PRESENTATION IS 7 PM!!!!!!  Get tix now at www.redbarntheatre.com or call 305-296-9911.  This is a thought provoking and fascinating play!!!!  We really enjoyed… gives lots of food for thought and stimulates conversation!!!!!

TAVERN N TOWN…APRIL 23, 30….Carmen Rodriguez and James King 5-9pm. 

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB., APRIL 23, 30….5-7 pm, it’s TBD at the piano…. 8 to 11 pm, it’s Bluesday Tuesday with Larry Baeder and Co.  Great entertainment at 821 Duval St. … and delish food and drink too!

VIRGILIO’S ON APRIL 23.. 9 pm…Larry Smith Christine Cordone and Journey Blue Heaven..Skipper Kripitz,…APRIL 30…Skipper and Chris Thomas, Vince Bergamo and Co.

KARI WOLF ON APRIL 23…. Kari performs at General Horseplay on Caroline St.  from 6 to 9 pm. 
KARI IS AT IRISH KEVINS; ON APRL 23 AT 10 PM!!!!! 

2024-25  SEASON AT TENNESSEE WILLIAMS  ANNOUNCED… Get ready for some exciting shows at Tenn. Wms.! Executive Director, Matthew Rawls, has booked some super shows, and they are….’Will & Grace’ Actor Eric McCormick & Laura Bell Bundy (stars of Broadway’s The Cottage) IN CONCERT …..THE FOUR PHANTOMS…. (This will be stupendous)…. All Four are Major Broadway Stars who were in The Phantom of the Opera…….including personal friend, the fabulous, BRENT BARRETT….Neal Berg’s 50 Years of Rock n Roll #V (ALWAYS A HIT!)….The RAT PACK…. (Frank, Dino & Sammy reincarnated!)…. Menopause the Musical 2….. Stomp….The  Tom Petty Free Fallin’ Experience….Puppy Pals LIVE! …Peking Acrobats…. Momix: ALICE…..Producer’s Circle members  and subscribers will have their choice to pick 5 from the ten announced.  ALSO,  THE NUTCRACKER will be happening once again this December…..There is a Children’s Outreach program ….plus wonderful cabaret shows…. like….BOBBY IN THE LOBBY BACK WITH HIS SUBLIME SHOW…. … and Tango in the Dark…. JOY HAWKINS Cabaret Show…. An Anne McKee Artist Performance… A String Quartet Cabaret…….And A show called ‘Women of an Uncertain Age.’….Dates for these shows have not been announced as yet.  Much more info to come!!!!…If you are interested in becoming a part of The Producer’s Circle, call 305-296-1520. There are various levels of membership. 

STUDIOS KEY WEST..APRIL 23 & 24…Old Town New Folk Series… ABBIE GARDNER April 23 at 7 pm in Helmerich Theater…. Wed., April 24, 8 pm in Hugh’s View….533 Eaton St…..Award winning singer-songwriter will entertain and captivate…has a sound all her own.  go to www.tskw.org for tickets.

COMEDY KEY WEST.. 218 Whitehead St…..Go to www.comedykeywest.com to get tix and see the monthly lineup…. Or call 305-985-7370.  Joe Madaus and Co. always have top notch comics to have your rolling in the aisles!!!!

SCHOONER WHARF…. APRIL  23, 30….Noon to 5 pm, Gary Hempsey….6:30-11 pm, Marjory Lee.

THE GARDENS HOTEL TUESDAY…APRI 23, 30..Gregory James…. entertaining from 5 to 7 pm in the Atrium.  526 Angela St. 

NICK NORMAN & ADAM WOOD… APRIL 30 IN Backstage Listening Room at Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St.  7:00 PM….. Get tix at www.thekeywesttheater.com.  Use ONLY the official Key West Theater website.  Do not get scammed!

CONCH REPBULIC DAYS IN KEY WEST…The 42nd birthday of the Conch Republic is APRIL 19-28…. lots OF WILD AND WACKY FUN ACTIVITIES.  For complete schedule go to www.conchrepublic.com.

SUPPORT JORDAN UPCHURCH’S CAMPAIGN RUNNING FOR MISS ISLAND QUEEN 2024!!!!  The delightful and talented, former Aqua Idol Finalist, is running for this Title .  This Event takes place on May 7th at The Key West Theater and is a benefit for Samuel’s House….Tix NOT on sale yet but if you would like to monetarily support Jordan NOW, the donation link is https://bit.ly/4cixNhk. Note that Jordan has been paired with Qmitch as his Drag Mother!  MISS ISLAND QUEEN EVENT IS MAY 7… tix on sale.

TOUR OF ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH EVERY TUESDAY AT 1:30 PM….. David Eyer conducts tours of the Nave at this beautiful and historic Church on Duval St at Eaton.   

WONDERFUL OLD TOWN HOUSE FOR RENT….Available  April, August and October….This home on Grinnell St.  is listed with a Realty  but if interested you can also TEXT ONLY,  Scott at 305-394-7060 for more details and info.  This is NOT for short term rentals.  
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, ETC., 2024

HAPPY APRIL 24 BIRTHDAY TO ….GLENDA DONOVAN ….ELENA DEVERS…. ELENA WARNER…. JANET SCHMOCK…. (Please remember Margaret Clerico.) … HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…..KAT KLINGERMAN & JEANCOLTON.
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THE GARDENS HOTEL….APRIL  24.The Kenny Albert Duo.  5-7 pm….

HEMINGWAY IN A FUNNY WAY.. APRIL  24….Comic, James Scott Patterson presents a Comedy Show which is a tribute to the funny side of the life and works of Ernest Hemingway!  This unique and innovative show ranges from the tragic-comic, to the witty, wild and difficult to believe!  Showtime is 5:30-6:30 pm and ticket includes a c0mplimentary glass of Ernest’s fave white or red wine.   Get tix at www.comedykeywest.com.  The Key West Comedy Club is located at 218 Whitehead St.

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB….WEDNESDAY…APRIL 24….Karen Heins is at the piano from 5:30 to 7:30 pm……8 to 11 pm ……SUSAN CHASTAIN.  Jazz at its best.. 821 Duval…. the place to be and to be seen!!!…MAY 1….PARADISE SWING BAND!!!

“LIFESPAN OF A FACT’ AT RED BARN…. THRU APRIL 27… TUES. THRU SAT. AT 7 PM!!!!!  Stars…. DAVE BOOTLE… RITA TROXEL AND CODY BORAH….. Get tix NOW for this highly reviewed show at 305-296-9911 or go to www.redbarntheatre.com.  

AT TAVERN N TOWN…APRIL  24, MAY 1, 8, 15, 22… to 9 PM……. Mike Emerson…. entertains.

SCHOONER WHARF, APRIL  24…. Tony Baltimore from noon to 5 pm…. Raven Cooper from 6:30-11 pm.

AQUA PLEX BACK BAR INDUSTRY NIGHT EACH WEDNESDAY…..6 pm till LATE…. 40% all drinks… 20% off food….

FAIRFIELD INN BACK PORCH…. 3852 N. Roosevelt Blvd…..APRIL 24…. Jessica Wachs and Larry Smith entertain with Jazz on the Back Porch!!!!  4 to 6 pm.  

****DAVE BOOTLE AT MANGOES….WEDNESDAY THRU SATURDAY EVERY SINGLE WEEK…… Do you believe DAVE THE DYNAMO???…. He performs his role onstage at The Red Barn, and then he scoots over to Mangoes to do his fab show for you there from 9 to LATE … All for YOU!!!!!  Enjoy this marvelous entertainer… one of Key West’s TRUE  GEMS ….. and dance the night away… You are SURE to have the best time ever!  9 pm-till Midnight.  DON’T MISS!!!!!!…..Always a party with the amazing Dave the Great Bootle!!  

***”LOST IN YONKERS” OPENS IN PREVIEW AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE, APRIL 24…. This award-winning Neil Simon play/comedy takes place in 1942…It involves a cast of complex and delightful Members of the Kurnitz Family and their adventures.  Never a dull moment as brother, Louie Kurnitz, a gangster henchman, shows up with nasty gangster, Hollywood Harry in fast  pursuit.  Get tix now at www.keywtix.com or at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or call 305-294-5015. Directed by new artistic director, Patrick New, with amazing set design by Michael Boyer…. and a great cast including…. Carolyn Cooper, Jessica Miano Kruel, Mathias Maloff, Kathy Russ, Kenna Blackburn, Steve Schine and Davis Stack.  These last two are young actors who play the brothers in this show.  I hear they are just wonderful!!!!!!

MUD-PI DINNER & STUDENT ART SHOW, APRIL 24…..Dinner starts 4-6 pm….in the Ceramics Studio at CFK on Stock Island….Features delish tastings created by the Culinary Students served in unique ceramic bowls created by student ceramists.  After is the Student Art show from 5- 7 pm….$40 if bought by April 19…$50 at the door.  Proceeds benefit the Mud-Pi ceramics and the Cookin’ Tugas  Get tix at 305-809-3186 Culinary clubs.  

HOT HAVANA NIGHT. APRIL 24…Dance Party and Silent Auction….at the Backyard Bar at KAYA, 610 Rear Duval St.  Early bird tix start at $20. Reserve a Private VIP table in advance.   Get info and reserve at ConchRepublic.com.

KEY WEST CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL ORG FOR WOMEN….APRIL 24…. Meeting at 5:30 pm at Brady’s Pub at 1800 Flagler Ave.  For info contact kwnowinfo@gmail.com.

KEY WEST THEATER, APRIL 24….. 8 pm…Turner Harrison…..get tix directly from KW Theater Box office. 

CELEBRATION OF SHIRLEY FREEMAN’S LIFE…. WED., MAY 14……… We were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of one of Key West’s most fabulous and amazing Grande Dames….. SHIRLEY FREEMAN… on April 6.  She was such a beloved Key West Force… a dynamo and a true inspiration to everyone who were blessed to know her.  We will always treasure our many warm and wonderful memories of the honorable, classy, caring, and fearless SHIRLEY FREEMAN!  A Celebration of Life will be held at Williams Hall, 729 Fleming St. at 5 pm on MAY 14.  In lieu of flowers, donation made to honor Shirley Freeman’s memory, can be made to The Community Foundation of the Florida Keys for the Shirley Freeman/Harvey Server Environmental Fund.   Address of The CFFK is 300 Southard St., Suite 201, Key West, FL 33040.  Our hearts ache for Harvey Server and the entire family.

THE KEY WEST LIBRARY….EVERY WEDNESDAY… Hosts a free movie each Wed. at 2 pm.  700 Fleming St.  

WINE & WATERCOLOR WEDNESDAYS…. at The Perry Hotel…..Create your own painting with local artist Tracey Delellis… during the 5-7 pm Happy Hour….Your first drink is included with the class!  Located at 7001 Shrimp Rd., Stock Island!
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THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2024

HAPPY APRIL 25 BIRTHDAY TO…..SARAH DORRANCE….. RICHARD KLITNICK …GORDON MACKEY …. CHRIS STRYON….JORDAN BROCK …. ANDREW AMBROSE … SUSAN WINSHALL…. JONATHAN TRAUT…FREYJA HARRIS….(Please remember Al Flott.)  
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***’LOST IN YONKERS’ GRAND OPENING ON APRIL 25…. This is the GRAND OPENING of this WONDERFUL award-winning Neil Simon play!!!!  It is directed by new Artistic Director, PATRICK NEW….  At Waterfront Playhouse at 8 pm…. Great cast including CAROLYN COOPER…MATHIAS MALOFF….JESSICA MIANO KRUEL… KATHY RUSS…. KENNA BLACKBURN… STEVE SCHINE and DAVIS STACK!!!!  Brilliant set design by MICHAEL BOYER….. Get tix at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org. or call  305-294-5015 or go to www.keystix.com.   GALA OPENING NIGHT PARTY WITH DELICIOUS CUISINE sponsored by Queen Kate Miano.  This delightful comedic play warm your hearts.  

CHANNING LYNN … APRIL 25.. and most every Thursday…Channing & Larry Smith Duo  perform from 4 to 7 pm…..at HEMINGWAY SOCIAL CLUB  & Rum Distillery at 201 Simonton St.  

FARMER’S MARKET… THURSDAYS……2 to 7 pm every Thursday….. … Produce, beverages, music, seafood, apparel, cheeses, gifts, art, books, etc…. fun…. At Truman Waterfront.   

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB….THURSDAY, APRIL  25.. Entertainment from 5:30–7:30 PM with the Kenny Albert Duo….Music at its best. !!!  8-11 pm it’s Skipper Kripitz and Co.
MAY 2…..Claire Caplan and Skippo, Larry Baeder, and Martin on the violin!!! FAB!!!

AT THE GARDENS HOTEL EVERY THURSDAY….APRIL 25….Mike Dennis ….  From 5 to 7 pm,…

AT KEY WEST THEATER…APRIL 27….The Ultimate Night of Magic…. 7 PM…. 512 Eaton St.  Features Frank Everheart, Rock n Roll magician, Michael Trixx…mentalist, Nicholas Tweedy, and Gazzo.  Get tix at thekeywesttheater.com….. this is the official website of the KW theater.

‘LIFESPAN OF A FACT’ AT RED BARN…. 7 pm thru APRIL 27…. Tix on sale NOW.  Last two days!!!!! 

SCHOONER WHARF, APRIL  25….. Noon to 5 pm, Andy Wescott…. 6:30-11 pm, Nick Brownell and Raven Cooper….

*AT TAVERN N TOWN..APRIL 25… the multi-talented, Carmen Rodriguez performs with James King from 5-8 PM.  MAY 2, IT’S LARRY SMITH!!!

AL ROMANO PERFORMS EVERY THURSDAY….AT The Celtic Conch Public House, 528 Front St….He truly is our Key West Frank Sinatra!!!!!  5 to 7 pm…… good food….Happy Hour from 5-7 pm.   (Note that Al was one of our GREAT Waterfront Playhouse’s Aqua Idol!)  The Island Boys are usually on hand to sing  with Al!!!!

KARI WOLF AT IRISH KEVIN’S, APRIL  25…. 10:30 PM….

‘LES BALLETS TROCKADERO DE MONTE CARLO’ ON APRIL 25… One Night Only…. at Tennessee Williams Theatre…This is a Producers Circle Event…..Hilarious and Unique beyond words….This world-renowned troupe of male dancers present brilliant numbers…. en pointe, mind you!!!!  8 pm… Get tix at www.keystix.com. 

KEY WEST THEATER…APRIL 25…..Verve Pipe at 8 pm….512 Eaton St.

BEREAVEMENT MEETINGS EVERY THURS…….If you are working through the grief process of losing someone dear, there is help for you.  Join this caring Support Group at 7:15 pm at the Klaus-Murphy Center at the Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea.  You are not alone….  God bless Velma Christian for her special ministry,_**

ARTS COUNCIL PRESENTS….’PAINT THE MUSIC & DANCE THE PAINT’…..Cuban Art Exhibit… at the historic Gato Bldg. 1100 Simonton St.5-7 pm….This artwork represents more than 25 Cuban artists, with 60 original works….all different and wonderful styles…Show continues thru May 1. Free parking available at the Gato Bldg.  

THANKFUL ON THURSDAY….I am grateful for many things and mostly for so many people who have touched my life in unique and special ways of late…Thanks to. ..Kristin Larkin Lo Gerfo and Peter Glicklich…..FR. JOHN BAKER….Carter and Caitlyn Weber….. Mary Lynne Price….Bobby Nesbitt….Emily Maltz……Peter Batty …..Lauren Thompson ….Claire Caplan ….Pam & Paul Vereb….Tony Falcone…..Jenny Palmer…..Chris Elwell …Annie Miners…. Don Bearden …Skipper Kripitz……Allison Steedly….Vicky Rowden & Greg Fisher ….. Lourdes….. Stuart & Susan Kaufman ….Noreen Collins…. Greg Collins. ……Patrick New ……Dave Bootle ….Mike & Jon Barrett … Jim Salini …. Anita Tschanz….Matthew Rawls…. Billy Cartledge  and Jim Hall  …Helen & Ben Harrsion ….Tom Thayer …. John McDonald ….Johnny & Maribell Maschal ……Kevin & Donna Gallagher  ……Jerry Galeana …Steve de Fer…. John & Liz Cobley. ….Robert and Elena Spottswood …Jerry Downs….Cliff Gregoire    ….Louis Petrone …..Al Romano   … Kate Miano……Bill Melchior……Fred Greenberg and June Hudson …..Jillian Tod…..Julie Jeffers …Matthew Rawls ….Carolyn Cooper . Melissa Lang …Mike Benner…..Marilyn Rintamaki…. Christopher Peterson   ….. Skipper Kripitz….. the Choir at St. Mary Star of the Sea …..Suzanne Moore…John Smyth…..Kate Regan & Ken Silverman  …..All those praying for those in need  ….Craig and Gail Hollenback  ….. Nand Pandy ……Michael Boyer …and MOST of all my dearest husband BOB!!!!
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FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 2024….

HAPPY APRIL 26 BIRTHDAY TO….JEFFREY KATZ….MEGAN BEHMKE….MARKY PIERSON … CAMILLE RUSSO TOLER….CHANNING LYNN GRIGGS…BARBARA GROB … ALEXANDER BAER….EMMA GENICA…JENS NIELSEN …KENNE TUCKER …. ROSEMARY ENRIGHT … JACK HULLIGAN….PARKER ELIZABETH FARMER …LORI NICOLS…(Please remember Jacqui Blatchford.)  HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…. JOAN & CHUCK ARMBRUSTER ….ERIKA & SIMON BUTTERS….KATY & MIKE WERNER…. ANITA & TIM TSCHANZ.
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THE GARDENS HOTEL EVERY FRIDAY…APRIL  26..John Hobbins entertains .In the Atrium…. From 5 to 7 pm, …  526 Angela S (Till April).

BLUE HEAVEN ON APRIL 19…. 1o am…. Skipper Kripitz, Claire Caplan and Larry.

THE FAB SPECTRELLES AT TWO FRIENDS ON FRONT ST. ON FRIDAYS… 4:40-7 PM! … Allison Mayer is back a new spot…..at Two Friends Patio…. I understand that one of the new Spectrelles is her darling granddaughter!  Now isn’t that special???? 

LAST TWO NIGHTS TO SEE….LIFESPAN OF A FACT….AT RED BARN THRU APRIL 27….. Get tix now at 305-296-9911.  

BILL MELCHIOR AT STOCK ROCK CAFE…APRIL 26….At 5001 Fifth Ave.   Great place…lovely setting…music by Aqua Idol winner,  Admiral Bill….He is taking on this gig that Jerry Downs delighted us with each week…Now Bill will do the SAME!!!!  6 to 8 pm.  (We bid Adieu to Jerry & Kathy Downs till next season!)

KEY WEST ART & HISTORICAL SOCIETY…New Exhibit, ‘FLORA & FAUNA: EARLY NATURALISTS IN FLORIDA”. at Custom House Museum at 281 Front St.  Exhibit will be on display until Sept. 13.    

BRIA ANSARA AT AQUAPLEX….APRIL  26…This gifted singer performs from 3 to 5:30 pm….504 Angela St. 

MANGOES…. AT 4-7 PM…. Kari Wolf entertains…she is the best!  At 10:30 pm, she is at Irish Kevin’s from 10:30 pm till late.
 
SCHOONER WHARF, APRIL 26…Tony Baltimore from noon to 5 pm….Andy Wescott   Band from 6:30- 11:30 pm. 

AT TAVERN N TOWN  …FRIDAY. APRIL  26…. Mike Emerson entertains in the Lounge!   

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB…..FRIDAY….APRIL 26..5:30 to 7:30 PM……John Allcock..  821 Duval St….At 8-11pm…  It’s the super cool Ericson Holt……..Smooth jazz at this top spot.  

THE STUDIOS ON APRIL 26 & 27…..This is a staged reading of ‘KING TIDE’ a new work by Conch author and playwright, Michael Marrero, presents this show at 533 Eaton St.  Get tix at www.tskw.org.  This thought-provoking play deals with the  climate crisis confronting our nation…our world… our Island of Key West.  Directed by Juliet Gray, and starring Brandon Beach, Elena Devers, and Julio Trinidad.  

STARRY NIGHT STARGAZING CRUISE ON APRIL 26 & 27….  Get aboard the Schooner America 2.0…9:15-11 pm…Featuring guided tour of the heavens by NASA solar systems ambassador, KEVIN GALLAGHER!!!! 

KEY WEST THEATER…..THE WALLFLOWERS APRIL 26…. 8 PM… 512 Eaton St.  Do NOT get scalped… Get tix directly from the KW Theater.

BENEFIT AT LILY PULITZER…. APRIL 26….This shop at 600 Front St., will donate 10% of all sales to A POSITIVE STEP OF MONROE COUNTY to help fund the Idle Hands Summer Youth Employment Program  For more info about this program go to www.apsmc.org.  Or contact Billy Davis at apsmccrp@aol.com.   

‘BUY SEATS’ AT THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE!  …A really special gift idea to honor someone very special in your life….. is to Buy a Seat at the Waterfront Playhouse.  Just call the Box Office and ask for Patrick New and he will give you the details.  This is a great way to celebrate  and memorialize  a special friend, or relative…or yourself!….A ‘plate’ with the name of the person you are honoring, will be placed on the armrest of a seat of your choice.  (Note we are happy to have our ‘plates’ on Seats B 2 and 4.)  Call Patrick at 305-294-5015.
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SATURDAY, APRIL 27,  2024
HAPPY APRIL 27 BIRTHDAY TO..TOM BRINKMAN…. STEVE HATCH….MARCIA LUNN FABER….BILL DELGADO …. MARIA PROTOPSALTIS.  
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LITTLE ROOM ON…APRIL  27….. 5:30-7:30  pm.. It is vocalist TBA…..From 8 to 11 pm, it’s ..Skipper, Scott and Rusty…Great Jazz GUARANTEED!!!!  821 Duval St. 

‘LIFESPAN OF A FACT’…AT RED BARN…Get tix now at 305-296-9911 or go to www.redbarntheatre.com.  

AT TAVERN N TOWN…SAT, APRIL 27… It’s Larry Smith at the piano and vocals.

SCHOONER WHARF, APRIL 27… Noon to 5 pm, Nick Brownell…. 7:00- 11:30 pm, The Scallywagz Band. (Conch Republic Independence Day Celebration & Pirate’s Ball and Costume competition.)

AT THE REACH…MOST EVERY SATURDAY….. The ultra talented, Belle Jampol  entertains at The Reach Hotel, Four Marlins, on Simonton St., from 10 am -2 pm. (Was she hilarious in Singing in the Rain of what?) 

THE GARDENS HOTEL…EVERY SATURDAY ….APRIL 27…From 5 to 7 pm, Bobby Green entertains in the Atrium at The Gardens.  Always FREE to attend. 526 Angela St.

BOOKS & BOOKS…. APRIL 27….At the Studios….10 am to 6 pm…’Independent Book Store Day’……Giveaways, exclusive products and more….At 6:30 pm…. There will be an author reading by Lydia Millet, of book, “We Loved it All”….at the PEAR HOUSE Courtyard at 529 Eaton St.

EARTH & ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION WITH ECO FAIR…APRIL 27….At KW Trop. Forest & Botanic Garden & the City of KW invite you to this Event…. 10 am to 2 pm…….Workshops, Docent tours,…FREE to attend and features a raffle at 1 pm…5210 College Rd. on Stock Island.   

KENTUCKY DERBY EVENT..MAY 4… at 5 pm at The Gardens Hotel…Best Hat contest…Mint Juleps…$25 at door…benefits the KW Mounted Police.  526 Angela St. 

REEF RELIEF’S ANNUAL LUAU, SUN., MAY 11. 5″30 -8:30PM at Lagerhead’s at 0 Simonton St.  Music by Gary Hempsey…Limbo contest…Jeopardy game…sand castle building…educational activities by Reef Relief and KW Aquarium….Raffle & Silent Auction.  Open to all and Free to attend…donations will be accepted.

ALL WRITERS, OR ASPIRING WRITERS TAKE HEED… SATURDAYS……..Maybe this is the year you will write your memoir…poetry…short story….essay…..or maybe even the great American Novel !!!!!   You are invited to join the Writer’s Guild.  Meetings are the second and last Saturday of the month.. on Meetings are in the rec room at Key West By the Sea at 2601 S. Roosevelt Blvd. from 10 am to 1 pm.  Enter by gate to the left of the flagpoles.  You will benefit from constructive criticism, help in publishing and social mingling with like-minded people of all ages.  For more info contact Joanna at 305-570-8239. 

CHRISTOPHER PETERSON AT AQUA NIGHTCLUB!!! ..This new addition to Nightlife in Key West is a DO NOT MISS!!!!!   The shows we have attended have been  Super Sensational!  Christopher is having the time of his life putting together amazing shows at his new BIRDCAGE CABARET!!!  Extravagant Production numbers with Aquanette Showgirls…..Elaborate and posh costumes that are simply  AWESOME!!!!!….  Special guest vocalists bring down the house….but…   Of course Christopher Peterson is the Shining Star… working the stage, the audience, the room with his every word and move!   This is one classy spot… Gilded mirrors, velvet canopies…. sublime lighting…. terrific sound system ….All adds to a marvelous and memorable “Out on the Town!”   For tickets….Google Aqua Plex website and then hit Reservations and then click on BIRDCAGE CABARET…then choose your dates.  Congratulations to Christopher Peterson for producing, directing, writing, designing, and starring in THIS TRULY  wonderful new Show of Shows!!!!!  And thanks galore to Mike and Jon Barrett for everything they are doing  to make this happen!  It is just the perfect  Key West Show!
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SUNDAY,  APRIL 28 2024 ….

HAPPY APRIL 28 BIRTHDAY TO…ALISON TEAL….FF QUEEN FRAN DECKER…DICK WEITHAS…. GAIL LEDER… GREG HAZEL… RICK BODNER…CURT LEMON…MICHAEL HUGHES…JAIME FIREBAUGH…HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO…. EMMILY SUE & TYLER SMITH.
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SUPERSTAR,  BRIA ANSARA ENTERTAINS EVERY SUNDAY AT FOUR MARLINS AT THE REACH …. FROM 10 AM TO 2 PM!!!! 

***THE MUSIC ROOM’S 44TH IDS HELPING KIDS CONCERT… APRIL 28.AT 5 pm, at Tennessee Williams Theatre, 5901 College Rd.  Theme is POP AROUND THE WORLD,  36 + music students will perform under the direction of Robin Kaplan.  Musicians are Skipper Kripitz, Joe Dallas…with performances by Rolando Rojos, Belle Jampol, Nina Rettenwander, and Gregory James.  Tix are $20.  Benefits Take Stock in Children.

WANT A SUPER UNIQUE FUN EXPERIENCE???? 
RUMBLE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS ‘FLIP THE BIRD CABARET’ AT THE BIRDCAGE CABARET, APRIL 28….9 to 11 PM …….called ‘FLIP THE BIRD CABARET’.. This new venue at 504 Angela St…..will jazzify pop and rock music…It will bring an exciting EDGE to Broadway tunes…and experiment with spontaneity making up new songs and shows right on the spot!!!!  Think Postmodern Jukebox meets a Spunky Broadway Cabaret…. featuring creator of Rumble Productions, Jessica Wachs, with Larry Smith and Lee Venters… For more info go to Rumbleabq.com.  

KARI WOLF AT WILLIE T’S…. APRIL 28..2:30-5:30 PM.

LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB, APRIL 28.. 5:30-7:30 pm, TBA……. From 8-11 pm..RB TOLER entertains…… 821 Duval St.

MANGOES AT 8-11 PM..APRIL  28……Kari and Jack Wolf perform!!! 

**JAZZ IN THE GARDENS… ON APRIL  28….AT  8-11 PM. 526 Angela St….SCOTT MARISCHEN & FRIENDS.

SCHOONER WHARF, APRIL 28….NOON TO 5, Sam Carlson… 6:30-11:30 pm, Reggae Lou.

AT TAVERN N TOWN .. APRIL 28, MAY 5, 12, 19….Mr. Cool,  Rob Di Stasi entertains, from 5 to 9 pm…..

GARDEN ART…OPENS APRIL 28…. At the KW Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden…. runs thru July 31.  This event showcases local art & sculptures that are earth friendly.  Located at 5210 College Rd. on Stock Island.  10 am to 4 pm daily.  For info call 305-296-1504. 

MANGOES DRUNKEN DRAG BRUNCH.. SUNDAYS. NEXT ONE IS MAY 12… Talented Jimmy Harcup is the super duper HOST!!!!  Doors open at 11…showtime is promptly at 12:30 pm…. Reservations needed at http://www.eventbrite.com.  Tix are presently $50 but the popularity of this event will make the prices go higher I am sure!   This amount includes bottomless Mimosas!  A fun way to spend a Sunday afternoon in Key West!!!  The remainder of the Brunch Dates this season are: …..May 12…June 9…. July 7….Oct. 20….Nov. 17….Dec. 15.  Take your houseguests to this very fun and unique Brunch!   

***A SPECIAL GIG TO SPREAD JOY AT POINCIANA GARDENS.. If you are interested in  performing for the residents at Poinciana Gardens, for approximately 45 minute to an hour during the 4 to 6 pm time slot, please contact Sandy Higgs at 305-797-6992 and please leave a message if she does not answer with your contact info.  Her email is higgswest@aol.com.  You can also contact Ed Swift’s office at 305-294-4142 and leave a message with Hope, Ed’s assistant. This is a paying job.  Note that the divine BOBBY NESBITT volunteers his time and talent EVERY Thursday at 5 pm… and raves about how much fun it is and that it’s his favorite thing to do in town!!  Maybe you can help out once a week …maybe once per month….they are flexible… Let them know and also if you need access to a piano or not… or if you bring your own instrument, etc.  Thank you…Spread the love and the joy! 

CHECK OUT THE WEBSITES OF THE VARIOUS CLUBS IN TOWN TO FIND OUT THEIR MUSIC SCHEDULES….. JUST GOOGLE OR CHECK OUT THE SCHEDULES PROVIDED BY THE KEYS CITIZEN AND OTHER PUBLICATIONS. 

PLEASE SEND ME ANYTHING YOU NEED TO BE PROMOTED….. AND … I will do my BEST to include in future blogs!  Need it by next Sunday afternoon!!!!
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LOVE TO YOU..AND REMEMBER…Aging seems to be the only available way to live a long life!
Lynda 

PS  I recommend double checking some of the venues to make sure the person you want to see is actually there the night you intend to go.  Schedules often are subject to change.
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AND HERE’S MORE INFORMATION…IN “THE ADDENDUM”!!!!…..   

THE PRAYER CHAIN……… Please include prayers for…..Harvey Server and the family and friends of Shirley Freeman….Peter Glicklich and Kristin on the passing of Lucy, Peter’s beloved mother…..Fr. John Baker……Bryan Green & the friends of Tony Konrath…….Ken Gipe……Patricia Sell…..Larry Eynon…. Johnny and Maribell Maschal ….the repose of the soul of Paul Clift…. Pat West….Dena Badgerow  ….. Velma Christian . ….Donna Barnett …Claude Reams….Emily Maltz and Jean-Michel Artigaud…..Kathy Lash….Michael Pelkey… Rick Worth……Betsy Menser…..Fred and Judi Stevens ……Shirley Irby…… Julie Hanson ….Rosi Ware … Noreen Collins ….Lonnie Hensley  … Len & Helen Stevens …Shanna Frechette ….Jack Flood ….Tanya Leto …..Julia Davis…. Johnny Pollizi ……Bill Schmock ………Carey Moore ….Jo Gerenger ….. Helen Barkut ….Maryann Barth …Bella Rettenwander ….. Cheryl Walchli …..Terri White ….…Mark Huyett …..John Padget  …Marta White …. Anne McKee …Dee Dee and Richard Duecker ….. Jennifer O’Lear …. Paul Politte …..Freyja Harris…. …. Chuck Selph. ……..Anne Marie Adreani……for all those we have lost during this year and their surviving friends and families ….All those dealing with Illness,  loss, addiction, and despair … Remember, there are many reasons that we pray…not just because people are ill…. I believe that when we send prayers and good vibes to those in need, those prayers mystically meet and surround those being prayed for.  Sometimes we pray for miracles and the impossible ….sometimes we pray to just cope with the results of what happens to those we are praying for.  Sometimes we pray for strength to go on and to accept…sometimes we pray for thanksgiving… especially when prayers are answered.  We are in this thing called ‘Life’ together ….and we all have power within us to help our fellow man.  Bless you for remembering our loved ones….Prayer changes things!  Let me know of anyone who should be added to this list. (Also… whenever I lose something I pray hard to St. Anthony and I usually find what I lost!!!!  Amen and Hallelujah!!!!)

BIRTHDAY/ANNIVERSARY LISTS….If you would like to be included in the Birthday and Anniversary Lists that I send out every month, please let me know your month and day by sending that info to me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net.  There are special perks to being on the lists!!!!  One of the perks is having your name in KONK Life on the day of your Birthday… and being mentioned in my weekly Blog!

BOB FRECHETTE=FABULOUS REALTOR IN TOWN!!!!…..Contact Bob at 305-304-2584!  Email him at rfrechette@bellsouth.net.  Honest, Loyal, Fair, and Adorable too!!!  He will have only have YOUR best interests at heart.   

SAYING GOODBYE TO TOM THAYER.  Tom has been a great part of the Waterfront Playhouse since 2016.  First he was the Business Mgr., and then. when Danny Weathers retired and moved to CA, we thought it was the ‘end of the world’ …But Danny shared that Tom Thayer had  actually run a Theater for 30 + years and Voila!  Tom stepped in to  become the Artistic Director in 2018.  It had been an honor to serve on the Board with Tom.  He has dedicated his heart and soul to the Playhouse.  To list just some of his amazing accomplishments….during his tenure, he has had countless sold out shows, including, Young Frankenstein (broke all box office records!).  Other SOLD OUT shows were Lady Day at Emerson Bar…. Kinky Boots…. Escape to Margaritaville… Rocky Horror Show…. Shout… Hair …. Priscilla Queen of the Desert …. Singin’ in the Rain (95% sold out)….Matilda…(featuring dozens of children) along with  many Youth Productions.  When Covid shut us all down and things seemed so bleak… he created 2 dozen Radio shows and kept actors active and  involved!  Facing many a crisis, Tom always rose above the obstacles with his positive and creative spirit.  He was brilliant at assembling fabulous casts…and finding new actors who have fallen in love with Key West and the Waterfront Playhouse, and are now champing at the bit to perform on our stage.  Thanks to Tom for everything… for great shows… and good friendship.  We are wishing Tom and John a glorious time in Costa Rica…. and we now welcome new Managing Artistic Director, Patrick New with open arms and open hearts!  As the song goes… Everything Old is NEW again!   And now it’s on to another Waterfront Playhouse Era!!!!!

CONGRATS TO GAYLA MORGAN….Ultra talented singer, musician, playwright and lyricist, Gayla Morgan  has good news to share.  Her musical, MARY-A MUSICAL, will have a 2 week developmental workshop in North Hollywood  in July of 2024…thanks to Jessica Schneiderman of modern Opera Company in Los Angeles, who will help move this project forward.    Now we can only hope and pray that more good things happen with this musical that Gayla has given her heart to.

DAILY HAPPY HOUR AT AZUR RESTAURANT … 5-6 PM DAILY….. with $10 Cocktail Menu!!!  Come one and all!!  (We love Drew and  Mike at Azur and all the wait staff….  Their Breakfasts are Legend!!!!  425 Grinnell St. on corner of Fleming! 

THE VOCAL LAB WITH JESSICA WACHS..(former Aqua Idol finalist)……This is open to all aspiring singers, singers seeking new depth, and teaches confidence building and communication skills.   To find out more email Jess at Rumbleabq@gmail.com.  Private sessions taught Mondays and Tuesdays.  Call Jessica at 505-999-9230.

RALPH DEPALMA’S VOLUME III OF THE SOUL OF KEY WEST…. is now available….120 page book exploring the great Music Scene in Key West…stories of 45 musicians and 193 photo including tributes to Michael McCloud, Shel Silverstein, Ellen Welters Sanchez, and a Centerfold view of Jimmy Buffett & the coral Reefers at the Coffee Butler amphitheater.  For more or to purchase a copy info contact Ralph De Palma at rwdepalmal@gmail.com or call 305-394-7001.  

DID YOU KNOW…. that Advanced Urgent Care will be the First Urgent Care to offer MRI in the Marathon 13365 location…charge is $575 without contrast and $675 with contrast…no additional Radiology fees….(compare to $3,000 charge at Monroe County hospitals.  They are the only MRI site doing Breast MRI’s in Monroe County.  You must have an order from a Healthcare provider who MUST get the preauthorization.  For more info go to www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com or call 305-294-0011.    

KW GARDEN SOCIETY IS SEEKING BOARD MEMBERS….The KW Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden is recruiting 5 seats for its Board of Directors.  Applications are now open for consideration wit a three year term starting Jan. 2024.  All are asked to share your expertise or experience.  Send letter of interest to Key West Botanical Garden, 5210 College Rd., Key West, FL 33040 or email hr@keywest.garden. Visit the website at www.keywest.garden.

GREAT GALLERIES IN KEY WEST…. There are nearly 30 fabulous Art Galleries in Key West?  All are unique and wonderful in their own ways…. Some of My Very favorites are ….Coco & Salem….Harrison Gallery …Gallery On Greene…. Gingerbread Square….. Key West Art Center & Gallery…. The Studios….Art @830…. Salt….Stone Soup …JAG…and Seven Artists!!!   Go to their websites to find out about shows, events, and openings at these fine galleries.

TENNESSEE WILLIAMS ANNOUNCES REMAINING SHOWS….  On April 19, Executive Managing Artistic Director, Matthew Rawls, presented the exciting new Season at the Theatre….The Encore shows left are…… Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo.  In addition, other announced shows are … One Night of Queen…  If you are interested in becoming part of the Producer’s Circle please contact Matt at the theatre.

NEED A GOOD DENTIST?… I am here to give my dentist, DR. CARTER WEBER, a plug.  He has a brand spanking new state-of-the-art office that has recently opened at 1710 N. Roosevelt Blvd..  Phone is 305-294-9999.  Excellent (and handsome) Dentist…. top notch equipment…and a wonderful and welcoming staff ….Roni Hall…… Open Tuesday thru Friday from 7:30 AM to 3 PM…. Website is www.southernmostsmiles.com.

BIRTHDAY/LISTS….If you would like to be included in the Birthday and Anniversary Lists that I out every month, please let me know your month and day by sending that info to me at kwlynda@bellsouth.net.  There are special perks to being on the lists!!!!  One of the perks is having your name in KONK Life on the day of your Birthday!!! 

MAJ JOHNSON TEACHES WATERCOLOR CLASSES…. once monthly at The Old Stone Church Coffeehouse.  She charges $20. per class and the profits go to charity.  For more info call or text her at 305-587-8455 or email her at maryanne.johnson@westcare.com.  

LONNIE HENSLEY STILL NEEDS YOUR PRAYERS AND SUPPORT……Google Lonnie Hensley gofundme to help. He is now residing at his home on Stock Island.   He told Bob that he is mostly concerned with his poor eyesight right now.  You can send cards and messages to him there or at his Shop at 5324 3rd Ave. Stock Island, FL 33040 and his staff will see that he gets your mail..

SUPPORT SOS………Many Monroe County residents are living below the poverty line.  SOS (Star of the Sea) Kitchens have long been providing food for those in need.   Go to website at www.stmarykeywest.com or call 305-294-2772.

FRIENDS OF THE KW LIBRARY…Go to www.friendsofthekeywestlibrary.org to join or renew your membership.  (Thanks to Roberta, Nancy, Megan and all those who are so dedicated to this wonderful institution!)

THE BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY LISTS…….. Please let me know if you would like me to forward you these lists….. Simply send me a request at kwlynda@bellsouth.net and I will send you this month’s complete Personality Description plus all those I know who are celebrating birthdays and anniversaries during this special time of year!!!  Also, let me know if you want to be added to it .

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FLORIDA KEYS…. Contact Kel Bedard at 305-809-4994 (office) or his cell at 985-791-4447…or email him at kel@cffk.org or the website at www.VolunteerKeys.com.  The FLA Keys Volunteer Center is at 300 Southard St., Suite 201, KW.

THE STUDIOS GATHERINGS AT HUGH’S VIEW…Monday and Tuesday…..The Studios is sponsoring these GLOW eves.    Cash bar available.  For more info go to www.tskw.org.  The GLOW Hours are 6-8 pm on Mondays and Tues.  FREE with advance registration.  533 Eaton St.   

FLAMINGLES IN KEY WEST!  The Butterfly Conservatory in KW has two gorgeous Flamingos, Rhett and Scarlett.  Did you know that this fabulous spot presents After Hours ‘Flamingles’?  Our daughter, Melissa Lang, is employed at the Conservatory and she is one of the presenters of the Flamingles.  Those who want this special process sit quietly in the Gazebo in the Conservatory, and Rhett & Scarlett are brought out of their oasis, and to the Gazebo where they ‘flamingle’ with the people who sit perfectly still… while THEY ‘do their thing’ with each person.  It is great fun and quite an experience.  Think of this as a special gift for someone!  Book early as these have become very popular!

THE TROPIC CINEMA AT 416 EATON ST…. For info on movie schedules  go to http://www.tropiccinema.com.   Phone is 305-434-0974.  Go online to reserve your times.   
TROPIC CINEMA SEEKS VOLUNTEERS….. www.tropiccinema.com.  Training is provided.  ‘Payment’ is free movie passes and popcorn for each shift worked.  

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR REEF RELIEF….For info call 305-294-3100.

STAR OF THE SEA OUTREACH MISSION NEEDS VOLUNTEERS….To help with the food pantry on Stock Island….This mission serves hundreds of the community’s needy operating Mon-Fri.  Call Donna at 305-407-5967 for info.

SHAL SEEKS VOLUNTEERS…Southernmost Homeless Assistance League has begun serving an evening meal each day at the homeless shelter with food from the Soup Kitchen….Volunteers are needed to help.  For info call John Miller at 502-876-5092.

TENNESSEE WILLIAMS EXHIBIT:…. .513 Truman Ave.   This wonderful Museum is under the auspices of the Key West Art & Historical Society with founder, Dennis Beaver as its curator….Visitors and Locals are invited to tour this preserved and showcased collection of historic, archival objects that promote the importance of Williams’s legacy and offers the largest collection of his memorabilia and artifacts available to the public.   Open daily from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm…. Admission: Adults $7. … Children under 6 Free…. KWAHS Members: Free… For more info call 305-204-4527. Big Thanks to Dennis Beaver and Bert Whitt for their great efforts to make this Museum world class!

KW TROPICAL FOREST & BOTANIC GARDEN, NEEDS VOLUNTEERS….To volunteer please call 305-296-1504. 

801 CLUB…….Famous Drag Shows are at 801 Duval St… every night at 9 or 11 pm.  Book Online….. www.801.bar or call 305-923-9296.  The amazing and internationally known Sushi runs the show with amazing Drag Queens with names like Puddin’, Deja, Mulysa, Marilyn, Racquel, Kylie, Ma Evans, etc.

TAKE STOCK IN CHILDREN ORG. SEEKS VOLUNTEERS…..This marvelous, award winning scholarship program mentoring group is looking for giving souls to help mentor 50 some qualified students from lower income families ….They cannot be admitted unless a volunteer steps forward.  It takes less than an hour each week.  Call Chuck Licis, program coordinator at 305-394-7974 or e-mail him at chuck.licis@keysschools.com.  Kudo to John Padget for his years of dedication to this worthy cause.  He is an inspiration!

THE WILLIAM WELCH LEGACY….Though Bill is no longer with us,  his beloved sister, Sherrey Welch, is determined to keep Bill’s art and legacy alive through the new website, at www.williamwelchcollection.com.   Please forward this info to anyone who may be interested in Bill’s Artwork retrieved from Nantucket, Key West and France. 

CUSTOM HOUSE & LIGHTHOUSE MUSEUMS ARE SEEKING VOLUNTEERS…If you have a few hours to offer as a docent, archives asst., exhibit builder, or event volunteer, please offer your services!