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The Keys
Blast Wk of Jan. 4, 2016 from Ed Krane & Friends.
Pt. 1 of 5 : Photos that Captured 2015
Photos of Seascapes and Nature
Fringe Opens "Blithe Spirit" 1/15
Photo : Larry Blackburn
Tibetan Monks in Town This Week
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Hi Everyone. The Keys Blast going out weekly to over 7320 Keys Citizens and Businesses/Organizations plus Hundreds More Reading the Issues on our weekly Facebook Companion Page. This week in The Keys Blast : Photos of Seascapes, Pt. 1 of 5 Features of Photos that Captured 2015, We Visit GingerBread Gallery, Frangipani, Gallery on Greene, & Dog Tired Studios new Exhibitions, Kelly McGillis & Women's/Girls Flag Football + She Hosts "So You Think You Can Act" Competition,
A visit to Jane Gardner Interiors, WWW.ABSOLUTELYAMAZINGEBOOKS.COM + "Bone Island Maggie" by Peg Gregory, KW Library events & Classes, SouthernMost Coconut Castaways 5th. Anniv. Party 1/20, Lucy Carleton starts new Series of Dance Classes this week, S. Fla. Symp. Orch. in KW 1/12 & 1/21, Impromptu Classical Concerts of KW 1/10, KW Art Ctr's Annual Craft Show 1/30 & 31 + 1/8 Members Meeting and after Reception/Exhibition for Adam Russell & Kelly Lever, FKSPCA's "Shelter News", First Thurs. Art Stroll 1/7, GNO 1/27, Fringe Opens "Blithe Spirit" 1/15, AnnaMarie's Life Drawing Workshops Thurs., Tibetan Monks in Town, Michael Palmer Opens at GingerBread Square Gallery 1/11, ART@830 New Exhibition 1/7, MCSO Animal Farm 1/11 & 25, Our weekly Extensive Music and Theatre Sections, Keys Community Concert Band in Islamorada 1/23, Pigeon Key Art Festival in Marathon 2/6 & 7, Pt. 2 of Stars that started their Careers in Horror Films, Still on for a few more weeks " Changing Tides" Members Show from the Fla. Keys Council of the Arts AND "Celebrate the Seasons" Members Show KW Art Ctr., Beth Moyes Theme Runs next 6 events, Eric Elloie Body Concierge events in January, KWBGS and KW Chamber many events, KW Youth Lacrosse League, All our Eco-Nature-Green-Conservation Editors have added info., Fla. Keys Audubon Society's next Guest Speaker 1/6, Xena Fund 1/14 event, Fla. Keys Seafood Festival 1/16 & 17, UVA Wine Tasting 1/20, KW Follies 1/15, Kim Gordon & Friends at TWT 1/29 "One Hot Night", Marathon TV Ch. 88, Monroe Co. Homeless Services "Homeless Census" needs Volunteers, LKMC's latest E-Newsletter, TDC's "Keys Traveler", Keys United Way Grant Applications, Next Artisan Mkt. 1/10 & every week Bayview Park Green Market on Thurs., "League of Crafty Musicians" at Virgilio's 1/5, KWAHS & TSKW Weekly Sections, Vera Vasek-Rob O'Neal-Michael Palmer, "A Thousand Splendid Suns" Opera at TSKW 1/13 &14, A Message from Maestro Sebrina Alfonso, KWLS 34th. Annual Seminar, Forgotten Felines meeting 1/16, The Turtle Hospital hosted a Major Conference, Fla. Keys Astronomy Club 1/12 at Crane Point, Anne McKee Artists Fund 1/31, Next Wine Class at Gardens Hotel 1/5, KW Garden Club meeting on 1/7, WWW.MILEZEROKEYWEST.COM Photo Galleries & Extensive Calendar of Events,
Plus "WEBSITES OF NOTABLE INTEREST" at the very end.
Thanks To our Contributing Editors that Greatly Enhance The Blast ; & thanks to our readers. Ed Krane EK10@AOL.COM 954-448-4324. Editors Note : There are Hundreds of Links in each issue; simply Click the Websites/FB Links and Varied Links & Instantly the Info. will appear . ALL the Links are carefully checked for Viruses PLUS ; they are from well known sources. The Keys Blast E-Magazine is extremely easy to close and open again ; if you want to read the Issue not in one read; simply Close anytime and Open the Constant Contact Mail from Me; when ready to read more. Of course ; please send me any Info. you would like to share; and let friends know to send me their E-mail addresses to receive it at no charge every week.
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Our Visit to Gallery on Greene's Latest Exhibition but First
Pt. 3 of Scenic Ocean Seascapes
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WWW.GALLERYONGREENE.COM
606 Greene St. 305-294-1669 Opening
Reception/Exhibition for Linda Rieke & Capt. Dom Simonini; of course many other Spectacular Artists to See
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(R) Corrine, Capt Dom, Nance
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(L) Nance, Linda Rieke, & Melissa
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(L) Charles in front of Peter Vey's Works ( R) The Gang in front of WB Thompson's Work
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TIBETAN MONK SACRED ART TOUR FEATURES MANY PUBLIC EVENTS
Cricket Desmarais sends Greetings and this Info.
Eight Tibetan monks from the Drepung Gomang Monastery-students of H.H. Dalai Lama- will be in Key West from Sunday, January 3 through Sunday, January 10 for a seven-day festival of culture, teachings, and artistic expression to take place in various public locations around the island. Their visit is part of their 2015/2016 North American Good Will Tour to spread the message of peace, loving kindness, wisdom, and compassion while sharing their traditional Tibetan arts and culture and is hosted by Key West Tara Mandala and St. Paul's Episcopal Church. For more information visit WWW.KEYWESTTARAMANDALA.ORG ; & Call Lucy Paige 305-923-4218. Also by going to the above site; you will see a very long list of their schedule while in KW (1/3-10); Here are the first two
Jan 3-Sunday-9:30-10:45 am @ St. Paul's Church-401 Duval St/Eaton St
Welcome Service for the Monks -
Message: Creating Compassion
Jan 3-Sunday-1:00 pm @ St. Paul's Church- 415 Duval St/Eaton St
Opening Ceremonies- Blessing of the Sand Mandala of Compassion
Begin of Creation of Sand Mandala-Dharma Talk
Open to Public- Donations Appreciated
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Great News from local Photographer William Rowell :
A lot has happened since Island Arts closed.. I am opening my own gallery on Simonton near the old Pelican Poop at 316 1/2 Simonton... Mostly my photography and possibly as many as six local artists? I have a couple in mind. Island Arts ; was a great little arts and crafts place and I am very glad to have been part of it
Facebook is:
Island Wynds Gallery ..
305-619-1320.
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Next Week on the Keys Blast ; just two of the Features : A visit to Frangipani Gallery
& their new Exhibition Featuring David Scott Meier and Sandy Sun, Sodu Gallery Celebrating their 10th Anniversary, & Sean Callahan's Dog Tired Studio's Exhibition from SF's Monica Loncolo
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A Visit to Jane Gardner Interiors 328 Simonton St. 305-780-7959
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Suzy, Jane, Diana, Kristen, Robert
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We start off our 5 Part Photo Feature on Photos that Captured 2015 Up Next but First
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Girls & Women's Flag Football is taking place now
Practices and games are being played to prepare for the 25th
Kelly McGillis Classic International Girls & Women's
Flag Football Championship - January 25 - February 1, 2016 ; Click this Link to the Dec 28 Issue and additional Info :
25th Kelly McGillis Classic Women's & Girls Flag Football International Championship
Players from: Guatemala, Honduras, Norway, Sweden and actress Kelly McGillis
January 25 - February 1 - Full Week of Events / Games Fri - Sun- Jan 29 - 31st @ Wicker Complex
So you think you can Act? - January 27th @ Marriot Beachside Hotel
Let Kelly McGillis Direct you and our panel of Judges judge you
Locals and Players - Join the competition! No registration fee - sign up today
Pick 1 of 4 scenes from : Street Car Named Desire, Gone with the Wind, Thelma and Louse, Green Fried Tomatoes
Best Actor Wins Award
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Look for Upcoming On-Line Photographic Exhibitions from Giancarlo Espinosa 305-600-7836
www.EventKeyWest.com
and William Rowell WWW.ISLANDWYNDSGALLERIES.COM ; watch for news shortly about the Gallery that Bill is Opening; & go to above website
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Here is Part 1 of 5 Features ( next 4 in upcoming Issues) of Photos that Captured 2015. The Photos start the Year 2015 and end the Year 2015.
A wave crashes on two girls hugging as they usher in the new year, while fireworks explode over Copacabana Beach during New Year celebrations in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Jan. 1. Felipe Dana /AP
Law enforcement officers stand, with some turning their backs, as New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio speaks on a monitor outside the funeral for NYPD officer Wenjian Liu in Brooklyn, N.Y.. Shannon Stapleton / Reuters
A "Sadhu", or Hindu holy man, takes a dip at the confluence of the river Ganges and the Bay of Bengal, ahead of the "Makar Sankranti" festival at Sagar Island, south of Kolkata, India. Rupak DeChowdhuri / Reuters
Salvage tugs stay close to the stricken vessel Hoegh Osaka after it ran aground on a sand bank in the Solent channel, UK. Matt Cardy / Getty
An animatronic polar bear is greeted by 3-year-old Trixie Day from London during a visit to the London Underground to mark the launch of "Fortitude," Sky Atlantic's new drama starring Stanley Tucci, Michael Gambon and Christopher Ecclestone, which premiered on Jan. 29. David Perry / Press Association
Like a cowboy riding a bull, this frog appeared to have a wild ride after it hopped aboard a beetle. At one point the daring amphibian appeared to be having the time of its life as it clung on with one hand in the air. And it managed to stay in place for around five minutes before eventually crawling off.
Ukrainian soldiers play football on the road leading to the embattled town of Debaltseve outside Artemivsk, Ukraine. Brenda Hoffman / Getty
More Photos that Captured 2015 Up Shortly
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"Celebrate The Season" Exhibition for Newly Hung Works Local Artists currently Showing To get on their mailing List : Info@Keywestartcenter.com.
Key West Art Center will be hosting its first monthly Membership Meeting of 2016 on Friday, January 8
th at 3:30 pm the. Directly following the meeting the public is invited to attend a customary presentation to the membership by an artist of distinction. This month's presentation will be given by local artist Adam Russell.
Adam, and his wife Kelly Lever, moved to the island from Ohio in January 2010, a few months after completing an artist's residency at The Studios of Key West. Since then they have established themselves in our community, both as artists and business owners. Specializing in the making and curating of functional pottery and ceramic fine art, Key West Pottery was first established on Truman Ave. in 2010, relocating to 1203 Duval Street in 2014. The gallery - or, self descried "art house"- has quickly become a dynamic creative space in Old Town.
Adam Russell is a South Florida based Artist and Arts Advocate working in a variety of media to describe an artistic thesis rooted in the discovery of contemporary culture through access to its many historical influences. Educated in fine arts at the Columbus College of Art and Design and Bowling Green State University in Ohio, Adam has served on the board of Sculpture Key West and the City of Key West Art in Public Places and was recently appointed to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Key West Art and Historical Society.
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(R) Image from a recent Exhibition at TSKW
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Allison Rich sends regards and tell us : Tablet and Smartphone Classes
Now that you got a new tablet or smartphone over the holidays, learn how to use it at the Key West Library at 700 Fleming St.We'll show you the basics of your new device, and we'll even get you started with the library's free E-book reading app, Overdrive.Bring those questions.Seating is limited so please call ahead to reserve your spot today, 305-292-3595.Classes start at 10am.
Thursday January 7th - Overview of Apple Devices.Learn how to turn on the WiFi, surf the web, and other basics on your new Apple tablet or smartphone.If you need help setting up your iTunes account, please come in before class for assistance.
Thursday January 14th - Overview of Android devices and Kindle Fire.Learn how to turn on the WiFi, surf the web, and other basics on your new Android tablet or smartphone.If you need help setting up your Play store account, please come in before class for assistance.
TUESDAY January 19th - Overdrive on Android devices and Kindle Fire.Now that you've downloaded the Library's free Overdrive E-book app, learn how to use it.Library card required.
Thursday January 28th - Overdrive on Apple devices.Now that you've downloaded the Library's free Overdrive E-book app, learn how to use it.Library card required.
PLUS
Author Talk at the Library
The Key West Library at 700 Fleming St presents author Richard René Silvin for a discussion of his upcoming book "Normandie: The Tragic Story of the Most Majestic Ocean Liner". Join us on Tuesday January 12th at 3:00pm for a history of the SS Normandie and its tragic demise. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the library at 305-292-3595.
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End of Year Report
The Southernmost Coconut Castaways, the OFFICIAL Home "Friend Club" of Howard Livingston and the MM 24 Band has the motto "Serving Community Roles With Caribbean Souls" and this is how they fared in 2015 in figures just released: Total donations of cash and checks collected during their Monthly "Jump Up" (socials) and other fundraising efforts throughout the year totaled $67, 122 (and that does NOT include various supply and gift drives during the year!).
This charitable and volunteer (and fun!) based 501-c3 non for profit organization also totaled almost 2016 Volunteer Hours in The Lower Keys!
Some of the events and organizations who benefited from The Southernmost Coconut Castaways include: KOA Care Camps, SPCA, Wesley House, One Blood, Kevin Piper, Jr. Memorial Fund, FKOC, Kids Come First, Viet Nam Living Memorial, KWAHS, Aids Help, Mel Fisher Days, Hemingway Days, Keystock, KW Songwriter's Festival, Zombie Bike Ride, Cow Key Channel Bridge Run, Fantasy Fest, Key Lime Festival, and Theme Runs.
Further down is Info on their 5th. Anniversary event
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Reef Relief is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to improving and protecting our coral reef ecosystems. Find out more at
http://www.reefrelief.org
or call 305-294-3100. More below in their weekly Section ; ALSO MAKE SURE TO VISIT THEIR EXHIBITION CENTER AT 631 GREENE ST. ; which always has Eco/Nature/Ocean Video in their Movie room; a must for out of town guests. NO CHARGE; but of course
"Editors Note" drop a few $ in the donation bucket. Here is their latest Deecember E-Newsletter ; Click
Dance Guru Lucy Carleton ; Next round of Beginner/Refresher SWING Dance Courses at Paradise Health & Fitness/Dance Studio 1706 N. Roos. Blvd. 305-745-5578 will be jan 6,13,20, 27 Feb 3 &10. $40 for all 6 weeks; $8 Drop In
Beginner/Refresher course in Swing Dancing
Looking to get a solid start or to sharpen your lead & follow skills? Then this is the class for you! This six-week class is designed to give you all the fundamentals of swing dancing, plus some great moves and variations. The class will feature the 6-count basic and progress into a variety of moves, turns, and combos. The goal of the class is to make you a strong dancer that is knowledgeable and feels confident on the dance floor.
6 week course - starts January 6, 2016..
Classes will be Jan. 6, 13, 20 & 27 and Feb. 3 & 10..
Wednesdays 8-9 PM lesson & practice session..
**** NO PARTNER NEEDED! *****
$40 due on the first night for the 6 week course
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BRIEF NOTES
South Florida Symphony Orchestra has a few events in Key West in January : Jan 12"Starry Night All in White" at Beachside Marriott. Beethoven's 9th"The Coral" at TWT Jan 21. WWW.SOUTHFLORIDASYMPHONY.ORG 954-522-8445. SPECIAL LETTER FROM MAESTRO & Music Dir. Sebrina Alfonso ( further down). Impromptu Classical Concerts of KW ; has their Season Opener at St. Paul's Jan. 10 ( Additional Material in this Issue) : WWW.KEYWESTIMPROMPTU.ORG
Key West Art Ctr 301 Front St. will have their 31st. Annual Key West Craft Show Jan 30 & 31; More Info and Exhibitor Application in their Weekly Section. One of the nicer local artists Michael Palmer has a Reception for his latest works at GingerBread Square Gallery 1/11 5:30p-8:30p 1207 Duval St. WWW.GINGERBREADSQUAREGALLERY.COM 305-296-8900
The Old Island Restoration Foundation, a Key West institution for over 50 years, announces the availability of grant funding for preservation of the architectural and cultural heritage of Key West. Individuals and
tax exempt entities located in the City of Key West are eligible. Deadline for receipt of applications is January 22, 2016. For information and application forms go
www.oirf.org or call (305) 294-9501.
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Tiffany, Tammy, Jane and the Gang send Holiday Regards.. Keep up the Great Work.
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Bone Island Maggie
by Peg Gregory,
$3.99 ebook, $14.95 paperback
"Bone Island Maggie is as classic a Key West character as you are likely to meet either in a book or strolling Duval Street. Her smile may be toothless, but her bite certainly isn't as she doggedly tracks down the brutal killer of an old friend. It's a zany romp that puts Maggie and her faithful ex-Marine chauffeur on a trail that runs from Alabama Jacks on Card Sound Road to the family paladares of Havana," says V. C. Weeks, Code of Honor.
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GNO GIRLS NIGHT OUT
Wednesday, January 27th - Girls Night Out is hosting a wine and hors d'oeuvres reception at Wine-O and Top Spa at La Concha Hotel. Tickets to this event are $10 online or $15 at the door, which includes complimentary hors d'oeuvres, wine specials and infused tea martinis. Top Spa will offer mini spa indulgences and 20% off retail purchases made that evening. Five dollars of each ticket sale going to Wesley House Family Services. There will also be a raffle for a Top Spa package. All proceeds from the raffle will go to Wesley House Family Services. The first 50 tickets purchased will receive a goodie bag from the Top Spa. Sorry Gentlemen - this is a LADIES ONLY event!!
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We continue with Photos that Captured 2015
A group of joggers run across the Humber Bay Arch Bridge in extreme cold in Toronto. Mark Blinch / Reuters
Pro-Russian rebels fire artillery grad rockets toward Debaltseve near Vuglegirsk, Ukraine. Pierre Crom / Getty
Ice flows are viewed along the Hudson River in Manhattan on a frigidly cold day in New York City. Spencer Platt / Getty
Cats crowd the harbor on Aoshima Island in the Ehime Prefecture, Japan. An army of cats rules the remote island in southern Japan, curling up in abandoned houses or strutting about in a fishing village that is overrun with felines outnumbering humans six to one. Thomas Peter / Reuters
Madonna falls during her performance at the BRIT music awards at the O2 Arena in Greenwich, London. Samir Hussein / Getty
The British comedian known as Lee Nelson (unseen) throws banknotes at FIFA President Sepp Blatter as he arrives for a news conference at FIFA headquarters in Zurich. Arnd Weigman
More Photos that Captured 2015 Up Shortly
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MCSO ANIMAL FARM OPEN 2ND & 4TH SUNDAY 1-3PM
5501 COLLEGE RD. Next Open House's in January 1/11 & 25
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33 E. Quay Rd. 305-809-4750 Truman Waterfront ; next to Fort Zachery Taylor Park
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FLORIDA KEYS NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY. December E-Newsletter Hit LINK3 to read entire E-Newsletter ; which also features Bioluminescence Q&A, Coral Reef Restoration, Donations, Newsmakers, Upcoming Events, Membership Updates & Sponsors
305-289-2288
Info@Sanctuaryfriends.org
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AnnaMarie Giordano's Life Drawing Workshops at FKCC
Anna Marie Giordano Offers 1 Day/3 Hour Life Drawing Workshops at FKCC on Thursdays 11a-2pm. Call her for Info 609-884-3474. Airbales@aol.com. I was honored to be an artist model at her class last year. I believe it is only $25 for the 3 hr course; bring your own materials or AnnaMarie can make arrangements. Beginners to Experts will have fun. You can see AnnaMarie's work all over town ; as well as FKCC. Speaking of FKCC and The Arts ; Our Good Friend Janis Stevens tells us that the Ceramic Dept. Student Org.; they will have their MUD Pi Dinner on 2/19/16 from 6-10PM.. Janis and FKCC will send The Keys Blast additional Info. Shortly .
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"The Best Professional Theater i
n Florida."Also go to their website for complete 2015/2016 Season
Thank you for your support!
CASA VALENTINE Dec 17-Jan 9 (MORE IN OUR EXTENSIVE THEATRE SECTION TOWARDS THE END OF THE ISSUE) Update : Waterfront Just sent over this 2 minute Video from the Play ; Hit
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"FOOLS" Now Playing
SEE FRINGE THEATRE 2015/2016 SEASON INFO IN OUR EXTENSIVE THEATRE SECTION AT THE END OF EACH ISSUE. WWW.FRINGETHEATERKEYWEST.ORG 786-529-2281. Give the GIFT of Theatre ; Substantial Discounts on the Next 4 Plays purchased as a Package OR Individual : GO to the Website for details. Alicia Merel sends regards and this Info : Fringe Theater's production of Blithe Spirit, which opens on January 15 and has performances on January 15-17, 19-23, 26-31.
Cast members Below : Caroline Taylor, Vanessa McCaffrey, Bridget Chebo and Justin Ahearn.
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MANGIA-MANGIA 900 Southard St. 305-294-2469
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(L) Thomas Pandolfi (R) Board & Staff at Impromptu. See their website for all their concerts in 2016
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Appearing on January 24, the internationally acclaimed vocal ensemble Western Wind Sextet will share the special beauty and variety of a cappella music. The ensemble will call upon its diverse background - from Renaissance motets to Fifties rock 'n' roll, from medieval carols to Duke Ellington, from complex works by avant-garde composers to the simplest folk melodies. Western Wind is "excited to sing for the first time in the Florida Keys!". Go to their website for the complete 2016 Schedule.
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Jan 23 Islamorada "Around the World in 60 Minutes" 4p
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The 22nd Annual Pigeon Key Art Festival, benefiting the historical preservation, educational programs and marine science research of the Pigeon Key Foundation, takes place February 6 and 7 at the Community Park, MM 49, in Marathon. Quality artists are encouraged to apply for this prestigious show. Deadline for the next round of applications to be juried is December 1st. Complete information can be found at
www.pigeonkeyartfestival.com
In addition to 70+ vendors, the Festival will include a live art Auction by renowned marine life artist, Wyland as well as concessions, art demonstrations, historical reenactments & period entertainment and hands on marine-related activities.
For more information contact Denise DeCrow, Festival Chair/Pigeon Key Board at 440-477-7203 or Sean Krikorian, Festival Vendor Coordinator at 573-619-2200.
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Actors that started in a Horror Film before they were Famous; Part 1 was in the Dec 28 Issue :
Johnny Depp in "A Nightmare on Elm Street" 1984 New Line
Jennifer Aniston "Leprechaun" 1993 TriMark
Jamie Lee Curtis "Halloween" 1978 Compass
George Clooney "Return to Horror High" 1987 New World
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A few weeks ago we had many of the Art Work from The Florida Keys Council of the Arts "Changing Tides" Member's Show. Go to the first piece of art further down for a link to last week's Issue to see all the Art that we had in the Nov 30 Issue
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(L) "A Delicate Balance" by Sherry Sweet Tewell (R) "Trigger Jubilee' by Michele Nicole Lowe
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(L) "416 Margaret St." by Ronny Bailey (R) "Color of Time" by Shelly Bregman
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(L) "Broad Winged Sea Hawk" by Laura Black (R) "Mending the Nets" by Jane Washburn
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We invite YOU to CONNECT!
The Connections Project 2016:
A Mosaic of the Keys
Join the Arts Council in a countywide project which connects Keys' artists and community members. Pick up your free 6x6 inch blank canvas to create a unique artwork. Artists of all abilities and skill levels are encouraged to participate. All 400 canvases will be collected and assembled into a 24' mosaic and is exhibited with opening receptions in all five regions of the Keys. Pick up your canvas today and do it yourself or come to one of our free workshops in January. Each workshop is
led by professional local artist and supplies will be provided.
Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to create a small piece of artwork that will be displayed throughout the Keys to benefit our students, local artists and arts organizations. Canvases will be randomly chosen and shipped in April with each $35 donation to the Arts Council.
Workshops times and venues are:
Tuesday, January 5th from 6:00 - 8:00 PM --
Key Largo Library- Community Room.
RSVP: 305.852.7494 Cris Sandifer.
Monday, January 11
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from 6:00 - 8:00 PM
- Big Pine Key - Artists in Paradise Gallery.
RSVP: 305-304-6005 Sue D'Antonio.
Tuesday, January 12
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from 6:00 - 9:00 PM -
Marathon - Giorgione Fine Art, Gulfside Village.
RSVP: 305.407.0225 Ganine Giorgione
For complete details and to sign up for a canvas, and see pickup and drop-off locations -
please visit the website -
www.keysarts.com
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866-876-8464
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Snowbird 5K Run/Walk for KWHS Graduating class of 2016.
1/9/16
4pm. A nice afternoon run for those who don't like mornings! Starts and ends at the KW Hockey Rink.
FINtastic 5K Colors of the Reef Run/Walk for Gerald Adams Elementary.
2/27/16 8am. Wear white and get splashed with color on the course!! Starts/Ends at Salute!
http://www.themeruns.com/fintastic-5k/
PAL and Autism 5K Run/Walk.
5/9/16 8am. These two chariteis team up for an awesome event through downtown Key West. Starts and ends at HOB Middle School.
http://www.themeruns.com/pal-5k/
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Call to Artists, Vendors & Musicians - The Garden will host the 2016 GardenFest Key West & The Green Market Place on February 13th & 14th, 2016 from 10AM - 4PM. This is a fair including tropical and native plants, Earth based arts and crafts with nature themes or composed of natural materials, eco-friendly products and services, and conservation oriented nonprofit organizations. Food Vendors, Artists, Musicians and Non-profit Organizations are all welcome to take part in this event. For an application and more information please email tropicalgardenevents@gmail.com or call the Garden at 305-296-1504. You can also visit our website for event & vendor information at http://www.kwbgs.org/events.asp
NOTE FURTHER DOWN A look at a few Special Events in 2016
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The Keys Blast certainly can't give you all the upcoming events ; and other publications Provide links to more extensive Calender of Events Like TDC, Florida Keys Council of the Arts, & Mile Zero. Jenna Stauffer excites/informs us on her Morning TV Show. Lynda Frechette has most of the entertainment schedules and news covered. I check the Mile Zero Calendar every day to see what events I may not know about that I want to cover/attend.
http://www.milezerokeywest.com/calendar/
http://www.milezerokeywest.com/category/gallery/ . Of course Mandy, Gwen, Todd, Kay and the Gang at The Citizen have so much Info. ( I Read my On-Line Subscription Everyday); and of course The Weekly, Conch Color, and Konk Life Provide KW with Great Info as well....
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Exhibit@TWKW.ORG 10a-5pm M-Sat
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BodyZone Fitness Center. Go to website for class schedule; as well as this link CLASS SCHEDULE
2740 N. Roosevelt Blvd. (Winn Dixie Plaza) 305-292-2930 Now Open at 5:30AM
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Our current specials are:
12 month membership $499 plus tax,
$20 initiation fee for NEW members only.
The gym is almost 10,000 square feet now! PLUS FOR OUT OF TOWN GUESTS : $13.95 PER DAY & $60 PER WEEK.
We are now a Silver Sneakers, Healthways, Prime AND Silver&Fit facility. Also our classes are expanding again, we have 26 classes a week. Spinning is now included with our All Inclusive Membership.
Direct link for classes http://bodyzonekeywest.com/timetable/
OPEN HOUSE 1/9 10A-3PM ; look for Flyer further down.
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The Southernmost Coconut Castaways, the OFFICIAL Home "Friend Club" of Howard Livingston and the MM24 Band, will be having their "5
th Anniversary/Birthday Party Jump Up" (social) Wednesday, January 20
th at Mangrove Mama's at MM 20 from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Raffles, prizes, give aways, contests, awards, and LIVE music provided by Adrienne Zolondick & Jade Storm until 10:00 p.m.!
Everyone is ALWAYS welcome to attend! 305-619-4414
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Here are just one of the hundreds of Photo Galleries; Hit link below for many galleries
The Annual New Year's Eve Dachshund Parade is a chance to show off everyone's pets
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Celebrating the Art and Life of Salinero
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(L) John, Jeff & Bunnie (R) Michale Palmer with out of town Guests Fran & Ralph
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(L) Christine Scarsella, Jane Washburn, & Adele Braghieri (R) Melody Cooper & Pavla
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(L)Some of the Works : Todd Bonita, Michele (R) Top 3 from Michael Palmer, Bottom John Whitney, Nyla Whitmore
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(L) Michael Palmer starts his Exhibition Jan. 11 5:30-8:30P with a Reception
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Check out their great coupons & look for their weekly section about Food/Healthy Living from Charlie Wilson
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WWW.MOTE.ORG Exciting News about their new building in Sumerrland Key
Philanthropic donations for Mote Marine Laboratory's new research and education facility in the Florida Keys have surpassed the $1.5 million mark with help from a new gift: a $325,000 donation from the Charles and Margery Barancik Foundation. Barancik Foundation representatives said they value the work Mote is doing at its existing property on Summerland Key, Fla., where the new facility will be built. To read the complete E-Newsletter hit LINK18
Here are a few E-newsletters released the past week ; some of the topics are Red Tide Monitoring, Global Environmental Study & Dolphin Calf Rescued
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New Issues released last 2 weeks Inc. New Underwater Robot & Sustainable Seafood Challenge.
LINK12 ; LINK13 ; LINK14 ; LINK15 ;LINK16
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just released E-Newsletter " MOTE Applauds US-Cuban Agreement facilitating Ocean Science & Stewardship"Hit
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BAYVIEW PARK MOVIE SERIES STARTS AT DUSK 1ST &3RD FRIDAY, CLICK LINK1 FOR MORE INFO & TO VOTE ON MOVIES TO WATCH
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Key West Youth Lacrosse League Clinics and Registration, Sponsors Needed! January 4
th-7
th 2016, 5pm-7pm, Poinciana Elementary School Fields
The Key West Youth Lacrosse League will be hosting four FREE clinics for children ages 5-15 January 4
th through January 7
th 2016 at Poinciana Elementary School Fields from 5pm-7pm. No experience is necessary and we have equipment available to borrow; the clinic will be a simple introduction to new players that may be interested in lacrosse and will be a warm-up for the upcoming season for any previous members of the league. We do not require any commitment to join the clinics, kids must be ready to have fun and parents bring any questions you may have! We will also be holding registration during that time, but if you can't make it please feel free to register online at
www.keywestlacrosse.com
Lastly, Key West Youth Lacrosse is a registered non-profit organization and is looking for sponsors for the 2016 season. We rely heavily on donations from generous supporters in the local community to buy necessary equipment and uniforms, keep our coaches US Lacrosse certified, and provide scholarships to any family in need. We have different sponsorship plans available that range from $200 to $600. If you are a local business owner or just a generous individual that is interested in sponsoring us please contact Heather Kenyon at
hrkenyon22@gmail.com. Key West Youth Lacrosse League is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting teamwork, good sportsmanship, and a love of lacrosse in Key West, Florida! Find out more at
www.keywestlacrosse.com.
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305-809-4700X236 33 East Quay Rd,
Joanne Delaney, permit coordinator for the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, was one of eight nationwide recipients awarded 2015 Team Member of the Year by NOAA's National Ocean Service.
To those seeking a sanctuary permit, Delaney is the point person and her work bridges the gap between activities that are generally allowed in the sanctuary and those that are generally prohibited.
Due to Space Constraints ; please hit LINK4 for the Complete E-Newsletter
Russell Callender, Joanne Delaney & John Armor
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary protects 2,900 square nautical miles of critical marine habitat, including coral reef, hard bottom, sea grass meadows, mangrove communities and sand flats, as well as shipwrecks and maritime heritage resources. NOAA and the state of Florida manage the sanctuary.
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Here is Part 2 of 2 : Movie Stars that were in Horror Films before they became Famous :
Drew Barrymore "Firestarter" 1984 Universal
Demi Moore "Parasite" 1982 Embassy
Charlize Theron "Children of the Corn/Urban Harvest" 1995 Miramax
Lisa Kudrow "The Unborn" 1991 Califilm
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Chris Bergh next in Audubon Speaker Series
The Florida Keys Audubon Society will kick off its 2016 Speaker Series on Wednesday, January 6 at 6:30 p.m. with a talk by Chris Bergh at the Key West Garden Club. Bergh is the Nature Conservancy's South Florida Conservation Director. He is also a member of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Council. His talk will be about how wildlife can benefit form updated sanctuary and refuge rules.
Currently all three of the Florida Keys national wildlife refuges, as well the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, are in the middle of a review process of their management plans. Bergh says that the groups are in the middle of that process, and in the coming year people will have a chance to give input on revised rules.
The question, says Bergh, is, "How do we take advantage of the new science that has occurred, and what we've learned about how various management practices have worked, in order to tweak and improve the management plan?" FKAS talks are free and open to the public.
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Entertainment Schedule Next Week : Days Noon-5p, Nights 6p-10p.
Day Schedule : M. Roger Koleka, Tues. Bobby Enloe, Wed. Roger Jokela, Thur. Wyatt Hurts, Fri. "Emily", Sat. Wyatt Hurts, Sun. Bobby Enloe. Nigh Schedule : M. Wyatt Hurts, Tues. Nina Newton, Wed. Douglas Fowler, Thur. Bobby Enloe, Fri. Nina Newton., Sat., Bobby Enloe, Sun. Dough Fowler.
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Frangipani Gallery presents new Exhibitions at Frangipani Featuring David Scott Meier (L) & Sandy Sun (R). Sodu Gallery has their 10th Anniversary Exhibition going on. The Jan 11 Issue will have many Photos from the NY Day 1/1 Reception.
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A few more Photos that Capture 2015
The crowd watches as stunt pilots Melissa Pemberton, Jurgis Kairys and Skip Stewart of The Immortals fly past pyrotechnics as they perform at The Australian International Airshow in Avalon, Australia. Scott Barbour / Getty
A KWS security officer stands near a burning pile of 15 tons of elephant ivory seized in Kenya at Nairobi National Park. It was the largest amount of contraband ivory burned in Africa to date. Carl De Souza /AP
Hindu widows throw colored powder on an Indian policeman as they celebrate Holi, the Hindu festival of colors, at the Meera Sahabhagini Widow Ashram in Vrindavan, India. Bernay Armanque /Getty
A female Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) fighter stands near a security position in Sinjar, Iraq. Asmaa Waguih / Reuters
The Jan 11 Issue will have Part 2 of 5
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Next Wine Tasting Jan. 20 6-8P
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Paulette Summers sends regards and sent us a link to get weekly FDOT info. Roads and FDOT Construction Projects. To reach out to her : Psummers@MrgMiami.com 786-510-3921
305-294-2587
Click
LINK2
for their Calendar of Events.
KW Chamber Installation & Awards Banquet 1/23 Sat 6P at Marriott
KW Chamber Membership Meeting & Luncheo 1/27 Noon at Casa Marina
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WWW.KWBGONLINE.ORG
305-294-4603
Click
GREEN LINK
Click Green link above for complete event schedule and other Info. Next WKBG Mixer : Jan. 14 Audubon House Museum and Trop. Gardens 5:30-7:30P 205 Whitehead St.. Next Luncheon
Jan 6 : Guest Speaker First Openly Gay Florida Representative David Richardson, also City of KW Update on Peary Court; and Lifetime Membership Award to Towels of KW ( Kent and Stan) at Marriott Beachside 3841 N. Roos. Blvd.; Click
GREEN LINK2
for more info. and Registration
ALSO KEY WEST FOLLIES JAN 15 AT TWT 8PM
ALSO Peter Arnow sends regards tell us about "Towels of KW" :
The Key West Business Guild will award its annual Lifetime Membership Award to Towels of Key West at its January 6 membership luncheon held at the Key West Marriott Beachside.
Towels of key West is owned by Kent Henry and Stan Wellman. They started the business 30 years ago and it is the longest running LGBT retail store at 806 Duval Street, and is one of the oldest business on Key West's main drag.
They opened Cocktails of Key West nine years ago and began selling their own line of clothing, American Boy Key West, five years ago. Towels of Key West was one of the first to offer the famed LGBT Rainbow towel in the US for sale 30 years ago. They just recently reintroduced the Rainbow towel to the public this fall.
Photo : Peter Arnow
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Q Magazine from Neil Chamberlain
Rodney Ross sends regards and this Info :
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Alison Morales Kerr from The Fla. Dept. of Health in Monroe Co. sends regards; and this info below. She can be reached at 305-809-5607 Alison.Morales@FlHealth.gov
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. Please Go to our Facebook Companion Page for the ALL the Photo Galleries and Complete Issues; this past season
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Hit
LINK5 for their Latest E-Newsletter ; Great Reading that will be so beneficial to your Health
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While everyone is busy with this hectic high season, it's a good time to remember that scammers don't take a holiday. And they're always coming up with new ways
to try and bilk people out of their money.
There have been recent reports of a new scam being perpetrated in Monroe County. A caller has identified himself as a member of the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. According to the reports, this scammer warns people that they have missed a court summons. He attempts to have them make a payment in order to avoid arrest.
This is a reminder that law enforcement officers will never call and insist on payment to avoid arrest. It's also a reminder that, as convincing as the scammer's story is, never give out critical personal information over the phone. And if someone insists you wire or transfer money, be very wary. Always check to find out if the caller is legitimate.
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Hit
GREEN LINK
for New City of key West SmartPhone App
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WWW.MYFWC.COM Florida Wildlife Conservation Commission 888-404-3922.
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Go to their FB Link for Upcoming events. AHiggins@Cityofkeywest-fl.gov
Green Business Certification Pilot
Interested in getting a green edge to your business? Want guidance for how to make your operations greener? The City of Key West is doing a first run of Green Business Certifications with folks who want to put their names on the map. The program is all online so you can learn whenever you want, and it gives you lots of resources and information on over 1,100 different ways your business can go green.
·Watch this video to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bf3GvVed5x0
·Then sign up here: http://www.gbb.org/key-west/
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For more questions, email ahiggins@cityofkeywest-fl.gov
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Florida Keys Council of the Arts
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31st. Annual Key West Craft Show Jan 30 & 31 More Info in the next few weeks; Click
LINK1 for an Application
Painting by Martha DePoo
Going on Right Now; "Celebrate The Seasons" Newly Hung Work by Local Artists PLUS in case you missed their section earlier in this Issue ; Members Meeting 1/8 and after Honoring Adam Russell & Kelly Lever
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WWW.FLA-KEYS.COM "The Florida Keys & Key West Come As You Are"
TDC does an amazing job.
Look for the January "Keys Traveler" any day now : Hit this LINK ;
Go to their website for "Keys Traveler".
You can sign up for their Keys Traveler to receive it via E-Mail.
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Applications will be available for the 2016-2017 funding cycle from United Way of the Florida Keys online at
www.keysunitedway.org
starting January 11th, 2016.
UWFK staff will be hosting informational meetings on the grant application process Wednesday, January 13th from 2-4pm at the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority Meeting Room off 33rd street in Marathon, and Thursday, January 14th from 1:30 - 3:30pm at the Monroe County School District Administrative Building in Key West.
In 2015-16, United Way distributed a total of $155,000 in grants to help fund 15 programs at local Keys nonprofits. United Way's mission is to support programs that meet a critical need for working families in Monroe County. To be eligible for a 2016-17 grant, a Keys nonprofit agency must provide an unduplicated service in one of two community impact areas-"Access to nutritious food for people in critical need," or "Early childhood and after care support with an educational or positive behavioral component." Additionally, a maximum of 10% of allocated funding may also be reserved for "Safety Net services," defined as "those providing referral and short-term emergency response services" within Monroe County.
The deadline for submitting a grant application is Friday, March 4, at 5 p.m. To download an application and get more detailed information about United Way's funding guidelines, visit
www.keysunitedway.org
or call the United Way office at 305-735-1929.
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Bayview Park Green Market every Thursday 9a-2pm and now every Sat. Big Pine Key Farmers Market at St. Peters Church 8a-3p. Call Jason at 561-929-0237 and LINK1 for their FB Page
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RELAY FOR LIFE APRIL 16 10A-11P
For more info on this year's Relay for Life Contact Alana Wortsman at 305-296-2333X4906 Alana.wortsman@Cancer.org
The Relay for Life Season is made up of hundreds events/activities prior to the Main event on 4/16. You can join a team or your company organization can create a team. In fact ; it is the best Publicity you can get ; as well as helping Find A Cure...ALSO
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Key West Artisan Market Kicked Off New Season
10 am to 2 pm at the Restaurant Store.
The event gives residents and visitors alike a chance to shop fresh and local. The parking lot at 1111 Eaton is transformed into a showcase of art, photography, jewelry and unique local handicrafts made exclusively in the Keys. There is eclectic entertainment, local author book signings, demonstrations and sampling.
Guests will be able to taste and buy local specialties including fresh Cole's Peace bakery items, expanded farmer's market fruits and vegetables, shrimp, smoked meats, cheeses, wine, honey, salt and spices, pasta, honey, bacon jam and other culinary delights.
Concessions, wine and a broad craft beer selection will be onsite. At least four brews from Old Island Brewing, located within the Restaurant Store, will be featured.
Local participants are juried each market for vendor stalls. Demonstrations, musicians, performers & nonprofits may qualify for free or reduced space. Visit
www.planetreg.com/KWAM
for information.
The Key West Artisan Market is a proud supporter of the City of Key West's Preserve Island Life Campaign. This initiative is about promoting the little things we can do to increase our community sustainability and resilience. The Market is working in partnership with the Green Coordinators to offer fun, weekly themes that reinforce these efforts by offering resources and education to our guests.
Please mark your calendars for the entire season of Artisan Markets. Dates have been set for Sundays every three weeks in season.
Jan 10 Green Sustainability, Jan. 31 Culinary & Wine Show, Feb. 21 Recycle-Upcycle, March 31 Free Wheelin Edition & Custome Bicycle Show, April 3 Ocean Awareness, April 24 Conch Republic "Brew Days" Here are two pics from the last Artisan Market; if you go to the Link for the entire Dec 7 Issue ; you will many addition pics from the last event :
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Nature Walks, Full Moon Kayak Tours, Nature Photo Classes, Bike Tours, Florida Keys Refuge events; and so much more involving Conservation & Nature; please check out their recent E-Newsletter Click
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One of the most popular dance bands in the Virgilio's Tuesday nite "League of Crafty Musicians" series roster, "the Chris Thomas Trio Plus" returns, January 5th, starting at 9 PM. Fronting the band, on acoustic guitar,keyboards, and lead vocals, is Chris Thomas. Rhythm section support is provided by Skippo on the drums of passion, and,('the lowest the low....')- Bubba Lownotes, on the funky, Fender bass. And special guest star soloist on sax and flute, the amazing Tim Mayer, just back in town from Mexico City University, where he teaches Playing some current hits, as well as the classic pop/rock music of the 60's/70's, 80's, the Chris Thomas Trio & Tim Mayer will have you dancing and singing along, to all those tunes we know and love on this first Tuesday of 2016. Virgilio's is located in back of La Trat restaurant, 524 Duval. Call 296-1075 for more info. MORE performance info. in our weekly extensive Music Section to follow shortly
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281 Front St. 305-295-6616
Hit this link for their latest e-Newsletter LINK1
Key West Art & Historical Society presents award-winning film "Chico & Rita" at Custom House Museum
On Thursday, January 7 at 6:00 pm, Key West Art & Historical Society will offer the 2012 Oscar-nominated animated film "Chico & Rita" - a story that illuminates a journey of the culture, the people, and the music that has influenced the world-in the Helmerich Research & Learning Center on the third floor of the Custom House Museum, 281 Front Street.
Oscar®-winning director Fernando Trueba (Belle Epoque, Calle 54) and Spain's legendary illustrator Javier Mariscal celebrate their passion for the music and culture of Cuba with an epic story of love, passion, and heartbreak. Set in 1948, the film features Chico- a young piano player with big dreams, and Rita- a beautiful singer with an extraordinary voice. Music and desire unite them as they chase their dreams and each other from Havana to New York to Paris, Hollywood and Las Vegas. The film captures a defining moment in the evolution of history and jazz, featuring the music of Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, Cole Porter, Dizzy Gillespie, Woody Herman, Tito Puente, Chano Pozo, and others. Due to Space Constraints for additional Info. go to their website.
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The newest Exhibition :
Rob O'Neal, Islands in the (Gulf) Stream: A photography exhibit of Key West & Cuba ;
December 11, 2015 - April 19, 2016 and
KWAHS Music At Martello featuring JJ Grey & Mofro Concert., Contact: Key West Concerts keywestconcerts@gmail.com. ; Fort East Martello, 3501 S. Roosevelt Blvd.; Saturday, January 2, 2016 ( Go to Website for additional Info.)
Save the Dates: Artist Vera Vasek to Offer Four Week Installation Workshop at Fort East Martello
Saturday, January 9 marks the first of four consecutive Saturday sessions of
Which Way Is Up?, a collaborative, multidisciplinary installation workshop offered by Vera Vasek in conjunction with Key West Art & Historical Society and their adolescent andadult education program, Outside The Lines. The workshop will run
January 9, 16, 21, and 30 from 10:00AM-12:00PM and will be held at Fort East Martello's second floor citadel. The museum's eclectic collection will provide inspiration for a collaborative piece under the guidance of Vasek, who will lead them through the creative process from idea to formulation to creation. The workshop will culminate in a final exhibition with a reception on Friday, February 5 from 5:30PM-7:00PM.
Reserve your spot in this limited-space workshop by registering online at
KWAHS.ORG/Learn. For more information callAdele Williams, Director of Educataion, at 305-295-6616 x 106. Cost is $125 for KWAHS members or $150 for non-members. All supplies will be provided.
Your museums. Your community. It takes an island. IMAGE CAPTION: Artist Vera Vasek will guide participants through a series of explorations using historic Fort East Martello and the Museum as impetus for creativity in an upcoming installation workshop held by Key West Art & Historical Society each Saturday in January. Above Photo by Alan Kennish.
Vasek moved to the Keys in 1988 and became deeply inspired by the landscape around her, particularly that of the backcountry flats with their shifting sands, silence, and stillness. The colors and expanse found there "fed her sense of wonder" and led her towards creative explorations and collaborations with plaster, burlap, wind, weather, and time. She is an artist that embraces the poetry of process while creating work that "explores and balances surface phenomenon with what lies beneath and couples positive and negative images as part of a more complex and complete resolution," says renowned critic Lilly Wei.
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ALSO PARASAIL , BOAT RENTALS, SAFARI TOURS, REEF SNORKELING TRIPS
Of Course ; they also have their extremely inexpensive 2hr. Dinner cruise 7 days a week : $59 for Adults, $39 for 12 -5 YO, & NC for 5 & Younger
  
  
 
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305-809-3776
Solid Waste Coordinator for The City of Key West Dee Dee Green
tells us : "City code
in reference to placing carts out for collection : Carts may be placed curbside after 4pm the evening before your collection day, and need to be taken off the street by 8pm the same day of collection. This applies to Key West proper. You can take your plastic bags and small pieces of styrofoam back to Publix or Winn Dixie who have collection bins located by the entrances". No Plastic bags or Styrofoam in the Blue Containers. Hit this LINK4 for the Recycle/Waste Pages from the City of KW
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OPEN HOUSE AT BODY ZONE 1/9 10A-3PM
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Key West & Lower Keys Habitat for Humanity 305-294-9006
for Lower Keys Habitat for Humanity
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WWW.THEMERUNS.COM 305-747-8563 Beth and her company is responsible for helping organizing many of the Runs/Walks in the Keys
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Gulf of Mexico Coastal Ocean Observing System
(GCOOS)
Susan.Martin@Gcoos.org 979-845-3900
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Hit LINK1 for their Latest E-Newsletter with detailed Info on Exhibitions, Awesome Events in Jan. & Feb. , and An Amazing Amount of Varied Interest Classes in January.
Some of the Features : Some of the Classes : I-Phonograaphy with Shirley Drevich 1/23, Portrait Photography by Andrew Painter 1/3-17 ( Sundays), WaterColor 1 Seminar & Studio Sessions by Sean Callahan 1/4-25 ( Mondays), Basic Anatomy by Alaina Plowdrey 1/5-26 (Tuesdays), Paint Your Pet by Maggie Ruley 1/6-27 Wednesdays), Basic Drawing by Mike Rooney 1/6-20 ( Wednesdays), Unfocused : Photography Working Group by Mark Hedden (Many dates Jan./Feb. & March), PLUS A FEW SPECIAL EVENTS INC. Storytelling by Adam Russell & Kelly Lever 1/16 10a-4p, Art Journaling by Cricket Desmarais 1/20-22, Can I Call You Ishmael by Paula Whyman 1/6
ALSO HIT LINK2 for the Latest E-Newsletter about their Concerts at TSKW ; here is one of them; 3 performances on 1/13 &14
also LINK3; for another recent E-Newsletter about First Thursday Art Stroll on 1/7 and the 2 new Exhibitions/Receptions for "16 Tons" by John Martini and "92 in the Shade" by Garth Holtkamp
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954-522-8445
Here is a Special Letter from Maestro & Music Dir. Sebrina Alfonso.
Due to Space Constraints ; can only Publish a few Paragraphs; fairly certain that if you go their Website you can view Entire
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The Symphony has begun an international travel program where we travel with our patrons and experience the music and culture of other countries. Last August we traveled on the Blue Danube from Budapest to Prague. I have to be honest I was surprised how much I enjoyed the trip and am looking forward to our trip next May which travels from Paris to Normandy then back to Paris. It was a truly magical adventure!
The campaign is a raffle for the Paris Cruise next May. It includes a cabin for 2 and 2 round trip tickets from Air Canada. The value of the package is $13,200.00.
We have so much more music to bring you for the 2016 season and are excited about our plans for the 2016-17 Season. Let's make sure all our campaigns are successful. Give a $100 donation and receive a chance to win a trip of a life time. Give more hundreds and get more chances!
J
Only 300 tickets will be raffled and the winner announced in early February. The Symphony office will fill out your raffle ticket/s and send you your numbered stub. Here is the LINK1 to make a donation
Or call 954-522-8445 to donate over the phone or send your donation by check to: South Florida Symphony ~ 221 SW 3rd Avenue ~ Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312; Thank you, for caring about your Symphony. Happy New Year! Sebrina
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A Year End Message
As the year winds down and we prepare to welcome an astonishing group of writers to Key West for
the 34th annual Seminar
, I'm proudest of the opportunities we've created for readers & writers you've probably never heard of.
Through our
Scholarship Program
, a dozen amazing individuals will join us in Key West this January thanks to a
Teacher & Librarian Scholarship
. Our three
Emerging Writer Award Winners
will also be here, as will the twenty writers who are receiving financial assistance to participate in our Workshop Program. Students, faculty, and librarians from our local public high school, community college, and library will also join the audience free of charge. Since 2008, we've awarded nearly $325,000 in fee waivers and lodging and travel assistance to more than 350 individuals. Due to space constraints go to their website for complete E-Newsletter. There are 4 Links in this Feature; simply Click any of the Blue Writing.
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Forgotten Felines 305-743-2520
Forgotten Felines is an all volunteer organization which provides food and veterinary care to homeless and abandoned cats in the Middle and Lower Keys. They also place adoptable cats in loving homes and strive to educate the public about the imprtance of proper care and spay/neuter of pets. In the nearly two decades of its existence, Forgotten Felines has spayed/neutered more than 3,000 cats. They also maintain a number of daily feeding stations which service several hundred homeless cats.
On behalf of the officers, directors, volunteers, and, most importantly the abandoned and feral cats for which we provide food, spay/neuter services, vaccinations, and medical care, Forgotten Felines of the Florida Keys would like to thank all of the generous donors who opened their hearts and their wallets during our recent fundraiser. The event was a huge success, meeting the goal that had been set by the leadership.
A special thanks goes out to Marathon businessman and animal lover Richie Morretti who made a matching grant for the first $5,000 collected in the drive.
Forgotten Felines of the Florida Keys will hold its first quarterly meeting of the season at the Martin Luther Chapel (behind the NAPA store on Overseas Highway in Marathon) January 16th. The meeting will start at 6:30 p.m. and the public is invited. Refreshments will be served.
If you are unable to attend, but are interested in becoming a Forgotten Felines volunteer or to make a donation should call (305) 743-2520 OR 305-515-2759. Jerry Dykhuisen sends regards and this end of the year report :
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IMPORTANT HEALTH INFO FROM ERIC ELLOIE
The Inside Out Paradigm at FKCC Cafe, 5901 College Rd, Key West : January 4, 2016. Dale Alexander will be speaking at the FKCC Cafe on The Inside Out Paradigm: The Aspiration to Prevent Hip, Knee, and Shoulder Replacements. Call Body Concierge to reserve & add. Info
Two Cruise Parties :Deer Run Bed and Breakfast, 1997 Long Beach Road, Big Pine Key, FL 33043
Thur, January 7, 2016, 6pm & Dancing Pathways, 31328 Avenue E, Big Pine Key, FL
Thu, January 14, 2016, 6:30pm
Details:
Learn about the upcoming cruise Holistic Holiday at Sea. This cruise includes cooking classes that focus on healthy foods, exercise classes, and talks and presentations from some of the top names in Holistic Health. All of this is enjoyed while cruising on the beautiful and eco- friendly Divina, which features a gambling casino, Broadway-size theatre, the Infinity Pool. Contact Eric Elloie to RSVP: 305-842-1320.
Acupuncture and Alternative Medicine Event : Clinic of Alternative Medicine, 3420 Duck Ave, Key West, FL 33040 ;Mon, January 18, 2016, 5:45pm
Details:
Learn about different methods used in Oriental medicine, including acupuncture, medicinal massage, and more. Meet the staff of the Clinic of Alternative Medicine, and hear Eric of the Body Concierge speak on how you can implement these methods to better your health. Contact Eric Elloie to RSVP: 305-842-1320
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Hit this Link to their Facebook event :
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5210 College Rd. 305-296-150
Emily Sipe also reminds us : Call to Artists, Vendors & Musicians - The Garden will host the 2016 GardenFest Key West & The Green Market Place on February 13th & 14th, 2016 from 10AM - 4PM. This is a fair including tropical and native plants, Earth based arts and crafts with nature themes or composed of natural materials, eco-friendly products and services, and conservation oriented nonprofit organizations. Food Vendors, Artists, Musicians and Non-profit Organizations are all welcome to take part in this event. For an application and more information please email tropicalgardenevents@gmail.com or call the Garden at 305-296-1504. You can also visit our website for event & vendor information at http://www.kwbgs.org/events.asp
Emily Sipe also reminds us :
Garden Open Daily from 10am-4pm
*Facility Rentals Meetings by Appointment Only*
Ask me about how you can can travel to Cuba with the Garden! FURTHER DOWN A FEW OF THEIR EVENTS IN 2016
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Key Accents 804 Caroline St. 305-293-8555
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WWW.TURTLEHOSPITAL.ORG 305-743-2552 2396 OS HWY. MARATHON
Over 120 sea turtle experts from around the world traveled to the beautiful Florida Keys to attend the Sea Turtle Workshop hosted by The Turtle Hospital this past weekend. Veterinarians, rehabilitation specialists, and scientists specializing in marine turtles traveled great distances to share their experience and to help further their knowledge of sea turtles. New friendships were born, colleagues reunited, and ideas shared regarding marine turtle veterinary care, rehabilitation, husbandry, education, and research. The Monroe County Government EOC was the site for a full day of lectures and presentations. Georgia Sea Turtle Center's Dr. Terry Norton talked about "Wound Care in Sea Turtles" and lead a hand's on lab on Wound Vac Therapy at the Turtle Hospital on Sunday. Florida Atlantic University's Dr. Jeanette Wyneken presented on "Growth and shape change in neonate Flatback Turtles" and lectured on "Flippers: Inside and Out on Sunday. The University of Florida was well represented with lectures and hands-on labs: Dr. Brian Stacy lead a Necropsy Lab at the Turtle Hospital, Dr. Nicole Stacy presented on "Sea Turtle Leukocytes" and lead a blood lab on Sunday and Dr. Mike Walsh spoke about "Euthanasia of Immature Green Sea Turtles". Seating at the government center was filled to capacity and a total of 27 lectures ran well into Saturday evening. The Hyatt's Faro Blanco Lighthouse Restaurant catered a delicious buffet dinner on the lawn at the Turtle Hospital for workshop attendees. Large celebration tents lit with hanging chandeliers kept guests dry despite the soggy weather. The angelic voice of local entertainer Adrienne helped lighten the mood and added to the ambiance as the day's serious topics waned into dinner conversation. Although guests came from different backgrounds, from as far away as Italy, they had one goal in mind: to better help the survival of sea turtles throughout the world. The Turtle Hospital would like to thank Marathon's island community, the vendors, and Monroe County Commissioners for their support and the warm welcome extended to conference attendees.
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Addition Videos from TV 88
Key Colony Beach Christmas Boat Parade
Electric Coop Tree Lighting in Marathon
Santa came to visit Coldwell Banker
Santa visited the City of Marathon
Annual Island Art Festival in Big Pine
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HERE IS THE LINK TO THEIR LATEST E-NEWSLETTER
http://conta.cc/1PbeMwO; A few of the Features : Annual Year End Letter, JJ Grey & Mofro Concert to Benefit Reef Relief, Additions to our Retail Store on Greene St., and Art Work available from Reef Relief. PS ; They also use Constant Contact for their production and delivery.
PLUS
Reef Relief is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to improving and protecting our coral reef ecosystems. Find out more at http://www.reefrelief.org or call 305-294-3100.
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Join Elizabeth Moore and Jay Elliott, amateur astronomers from the Florida Keys Astronomy Club for an "Evening with the Stars" presentation on Tuesday, January 12th
th
, 5:30pm-9pm and discover the winter skies of the Florida Keys. Included will be a brief introduction on why we look at the stars and a hike through the planets to the Crane House viewing area. Here you will have opportunities to view the Great Orion Nebula, the Andromeda galaxy and much more with the aid of eight and 12 inch telescopes.
This program requires that participants be able to walk a gravel road for ½ mile. Please dress for outdoor nighttime weather. No pets allowed due to the use of telescopes and other equipment.
Admission is $6. Children under 6 are free.
For more information about "Evening with the Stars" or Crane Point, call the business office 305-743-3900 or email:
Loretta@cranepoint.net
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305-292-2333
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The 2016 Relay For Life site is now open and ready for you!It only takes a minute to re-register your team or start up a new one: Check the registration link below (remember no fee to join)
We are looking forward to an amazing and fun campaign with you all. Let's continue the fight together and rock out this Relay! Keep on the look out for more details regarding our Relay. For more information/questions or if you forgot your username/password for the site then please contact Alana Wortsman at: Alana.Wortsman@cancer.org305-292-2333, ext. 4906. Editor's Note : "Having worked for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life the last 9 years; I can tell you that by far the Marketing/PR Value of joining a Team / Starting a Team for your company/Organization is second to none; Many smaller events take place now and go to the Big event on April 16 at HOB 10a-11pm. Of course ; the help and great feelings of Stopping Cancer Now is Amazing; as well as a great social life" The Big event is April 16 10a-11p at HOB
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The Anne McKee Artists Fund of the Florida Keys, Inc. announces a Call to Artists for the 2016 Fine Art Auction, to take place Sunday, January 31, 2016, at Fort East Martello Museum.
The submission period for artwork opened on Sunday November 1 and although it closed 12/12; check to see if they still can take additional pieces. To submit an online application and an accompanying photo via the online entry form & More Info., go to
www.mckeefund.org and click the "Call to Artists" button.
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