The Keys Blast from Ed Krane and Friends Shortened Special August 2017 Issue
Part 2 of our Latest On-Line Photographic Exhibition "Amazing Photos"
SVETLANA SMOLINA Headlines in a South Florida Symphony Orchestra Chamber Concert on Friday August 25 7:30P at TSKW. Tickets going Fast. (More Below)
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"In the Bud" by Jill Beado"
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"Custom House" by Lurie Margolin
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The 2017 Mango Madness Exhibition at the TSKW recently closed. As we do every year we'll feature the 100+ Artwork ALL from Local Artisans in a Multi-Part/Week Feature.
The KWAHS a few weeks ago held a really interesting brief reception to Unveil a new addition (Painting) to "The Navy in KW" Exhibition; with the always fascinating Keys Historian Tom Hambright. The "Virginius Affair" is from 1874 and portrays our Naval Build Up in KW to tell Spain to stop their aggressive behavior in Cuba (A Property of Spain) . "The USS Maine" Mysteriously Exploded in the Cuban Harbor during that period; and sunk in tow.
"Three Mile Harbor" by Carl Scorza
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"Perkins Cove Fish House : Oguiquit Maine 1926
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Our next Issue will either be the Continuation of the Shortened Special Summer Issues or the First Issue of the 2017 / 2018. We'll start up again with the weekly "Hamptons Arts & Culture" section. The two Galleries featured will be Janet Lehr Fine Arts and The Wallace Gallery; as well as visits to Origold Boutique and Elie Tahari Fashions & their event for The Hamptons Animal Rescue Fund.
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Zack Rago from the Documentary Film "Chasing Coral" with MOTE's Dr. David Vaughan |
The 30th. Anniversary of Reef Relief |
MOTE & REEF RELIEF ; have their weekly Features this Issue which includes Important Info on Keys Coral.
(L) The Gildea Contemporary Art Gallery with new works hangings and the KW Premier of Young Artist Paul Blundell ; in the middle above is Summer Intern Alison. (R) Liza Jane Catana, Si Dean & Noah Cummings at Smokin Tuna
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In this Issue; Iris Ornig and Band plays at The Parrish Art Museum and a Photo Gallery from WWW.MILEZEROKEYWEST.COM
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PLUS ; CHRISTOPHER GUEST and the ENSEMBLE CAST FROM ALL HIS FILMS ARE BRILLIANT. A FREE screening of "Best in Show" ; Thanks to Michael and Kelly on Sept 20 ( A Must See). A Colorful Array of Characters Compete at a National Dog Show
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Key West Theater : Just announced 4 additional Performances with FireFall in town March 17, 2018 + FREE Showing of "Best in Show" ( See Below)
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The Keys Blast from Ed Krane & Friends going out weekly to 7700.
In this Shorter Special Summer Edition Issue :
Pt.2
Our Latest On-Line Photographic Exhibition "Amazing Photos from Around the World", Pt.1 of our On-Line Art Exhibition from the 2017 Mangoo Madness (we'll have all 100 works of Art from Local Keys Artisans), Our Good Friend World Renowned Concert Pianist Svetlana Smolina Performing for the South Florida Symphony Orchestra "Chamber Series" 8/25 at TSKW, An 1874 Painting just added to the "The Navy in Key West" Exhibition at the Custom House & Historian Tom Hambright was on hand to discuss it's Importance, TDC's August "Keys Traveler", "Chasing Coral" Film Documentary and MOTE tells us about Keys Coral, Reef Relief Celebrates 30, On-Line Art Exhibitions from Gildea Contemporary Gallery & Lucky Street, Key West Film Festival 11/15-19, WWW.ABSOLUTELYAMAZINGEBOOKS.COM ,The Arts Radio Network performs the Movie "Key Largo" Live at TSKW 8/24 Hosted by WLRN, KW Literary Seminars Holds Literary Walks in Old Town, Liza Jane Catana Performed at Smokin Tuna, Iris Ornig Performed at The Parrish Art Museum, FREE Showing of a Christopher Guest Film "Best in Show" at KWT + Firefall Comes to town, WWW.MILEZEROKEYWEST.COM Shares their Underwater Music Festival Photo Gallery, TW Key West Exhibit, The City of KW and MCSO Features, WWW.THEBLUEPAPER.COM , KWBGS Native Plant Sale 8/19, SouthernMost Coconut Castaways & Howard Livingston raises $70K for KOA Care Camp (Wow), KWAHS "KW World Culture Dance Series", Carol Tedesco sends us a Photo from the Hemingway Symposium, KWBG moves their location + Next Business Mixer 9/6 and Luncheon 9/13. Alyson Crean & KWPD have Back to School Safety Tips.
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We start off the August 2017 Special Summer Edition Issue with a Multi-Part Photographic Exhibition "Amazing Photos". Here is Part 2; THE link to Pt. 1 Up Shortly
A Tiny Island
Mount Fuji from Above
(L) The Perseids Meteor Shower (R) An X ray of A Manta Ray
More Amazing Photos from Around the World Up Shortly. Here is the LINK1 to Part 1 appearing in the July 23 Issue
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The Annual Ma
ngo Madness Art Exhibition at TSKW just came down a few weeks ago; and Featured over 100 Local Artists using all 3 Floors. As we do every year The Blast Features ALL the Works starting in this Issue. Introducing Our Photo Shoot :
One of our Most Talented Key West Thespians Annie Miners
(L) "Oranges not Mangoes" by Deb Kik Oil on Paint. (R) "Untitled" by Carrie Disrud Acrylic
"Seated Nude" by David Scott Myers Oil on Canvas
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"Conch Country" by Susan O'Neill Oil
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"Damsel Fish" by Trish Pleasant Brass, Copper, & Wood
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"Mermaid" by Su Gustafson Mixed
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"Seahorse Dreams" by Erica Hunter Acrylic
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"Mango Loves Snail" by Caroline Stover-Sickmen Photography
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"Flamingo Art Bike" by Deb Kik
"Fish Magic" by Elena Jones Mixed Media Linen on Wood
MORE MANGO MADNESS UP SHORTLY
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Link for More Info. at TSKW Augsut 25 Friday 7:30PM. Due to the Intimate Close Up Seating of the Chamber Series at TSKW; Tickets are Limited; especially since I just Purchase a Large Block. Svetlana Travels the World playing for 2,000 Seat Venues; as well as Smaller Boutique Environments; and Private Shows for Queens and Kings. Her sell out Carnegie Hall Concert as usual was Brilliant.
Svetlana will be performing works such as:
Schumann Arabesque in C Major Op.18
Chopin Ballade No. 3 in A Flat Major Op. 47
Strauss Schulz-Evler Concert Arabesques "By the Beautiful Blue Danube"
Scriabin Feulliet d'Album Op. 45
Scriabin Fantasy in B Minor Op. 28
Scriabin Sonata No. 4 in F Sharp Major Op. 30
Rachmaninoff Selection from Preludes Op. 23/32
Balakirev "Islamey"
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Just two of the many Features
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Heroes Weekend 9/1-9/2
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BrewFest 8/31-9/4
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The July 23 Shortened Summer Edition Issue had a Feature on the Maggie Ruley Exhibition. Hit
http://conta.cc/2uHRdKI
"Story Book Giraffe"
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Liza Jane Catana recently appearing with Si Dean ( Electric Guitar) & Moah Cummings (Acoustic Guitar) at Smokin Tuna Salon
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6 More Photos of the UnderWater Music Festival Up Shortly
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The Keys Blast from Ed Krane & Friends is really looking forward to the 2017 KWFF November 15-19. The Preview Kick Off Party Should be Announced shortly; and for up to date Info. go to their website and FB Page
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Our good friend Susan Kent sends Summer Regards and tells us : TENNESSEE WILLIAMS EXHIBIT OFFERS FREE TOURS
Free self-guided tours are available at the Tennessee Williams Key West Exhibit at 513 Truman Avenue from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from noon to 5 p.m. on Sundays. Visitors will learn about the life and work of the great American playwright who lived and wrote award winning plays and films in Key West for thirty-four years. This permanent exhibit showcases the largest collection of Tennessee Williams memorabilia available to the public. It includes an extensive collection of photographs, first edition plays and books, rare newspaper and magazine articles, videos and a typewriter used by the author. Curator led tours are available by contacting Dennis Beaver at [email protected]. More information online at
twkw.org
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Just one of the Features in the Next Issue : Night Sky Symposium : A combined effort from many groups including the National Park Service, Eco Disc. Ctr. and KWAHS
(L & R) Happy kids watch on this morning as Key West City officials cut the ribbon on the newly refurbished Cozumel Park on 19th Terrace in New Town. The park features basketball court, slides, a covered pavilion, and a splash pad perfect for cooling off from the summer head. In addition, it features a playing field named in the honor of Jonathan Wells, the 14-year old son of a Key West Firefighter who died in 2015 in a tragic accident. Wells loved baseball and was a member of the Key West Little Conch Baseball League. Following the ribbon-cutting, elected officials joined friends, family and colleagues of the Wells family to unveil the sign for the park and honoring the Jonathan Wells Memorial Field.
(Above) Mayor Craig Cates, during Tuesday's City Commission meeting, commended outgoing Citizens Review Board member Tom Milone for his years of service. ilone has served on the board, which reviews complaints involving the police department, since 2011. He stepped down in June. The commendation is in "recognition of his dedication and commitment to increasing police professionalism through accountability and promoting valued ties between the local community and the Key West Police Department."
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Key West Transit will be adding a commuter shuttle to the Lower Keys Shuttle. This additional run will leave Marathon at 6:30 a.m. from mile marker 53.5 at the Holiday Inn Express and is scheduled to reach downtown Key West a little after 8 a.m.
A new evening commuter shuttle will be leaving downtown Key West at 6 p.m., arriving in Marathon just after 8 p.m.
This added run in each direction is aimed at alleviating crowding on the buses during morning and evening commutes. It also provides riders an added option to better suit their working hours.
Please go the end of this issue for BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY TIPS
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"Dust to Dust" by Deborah Barr
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"Lets Go Fly" by Suzanne Betz
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"Pushing the Limits" by Suzanne Betz
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"Unspoken Connection" by Jean Pedersen
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"Untitled Pastels" by Lincoln Perry
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"The Gardener" by Lincoln Perry
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"Plaid Suit" by Peggy McGivern
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"Ever Vigilant" by Nancy Tankersley
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The Ominous History of Key West's Secret Central Park ; Click BLUE1 for their Feature ; and Links to their Issues.
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Native, rare, and endangered plants will be offered in the Nursery of The Key West Tropical Forest, 5210 College Road, on Stock Island
Saturday, August 19th, from
10 am to Noon. Choose from over 1,500 plants and 150 species of butterfly and bird attracting plants propagated by the volunteers in sizes from one-gallon to 30-gallon pots. Key West Tropical Forest members receive a 15% discount. All proceeds directly benefit the Tropical Forest's conservation program. For more information call 305-296-1504 or visit
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MORE MANGO MADNESS UP Next But First some really important news about Coral from MOTE
"Still Life with Mangos" by Diane Heller Giclee
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As people worldwide discuss threatened coral reefs portrayed in the documentary "Chasing Coral," released July 14 on Netflix, Mote Marine Laboratory scientists would like to share their own recent coral reef research and restoration efforts in a tribute to these critical but struggling ecosystems.
CORAL 1
COULD ACIDIFYING OCEANS SLOW DOWN CORAL DISEASES
A controlled lab study led by Mote Marine Laboratory and published June 1 in the peer-reviewed journal
PLOS ONE revealed that black band disease was less deadly to mountainous star coral (
Orbicella faveolata) as water acidified, or decreased in pH. The study raised interesting questions about how coral diseases might change with projected ocean acidification LEARN MORE. Article Link Below
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CORAL RESTORATION IN KEY WEST HAPPENING NOW
For the second summer, hundreds of corals are being restored in Key West waters through a partnership project by Mote, Florida Park Service, the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administrations (NOAA)'s Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and the Monroe County Tourist Development Council. The project involves planting coral fragments in Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park waters while engaging and educating volunteer citizen scientists. All work is permitted by NOAA and the Florida Park Service. Article Link Below
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500 CORALS IN A DAY . HEROES HELP REBUILD A FLORIDA KEY REEF
Some 36 members of the Combat Wounded Veteran Challenge (CWVC) and SCUBAnauts International joined forces with half-a-dozen scientists from Mote Marine Laboratory for the one-day record-breaking mission on the reef. The number of corals planted marked the most-ever the groups have planted in a single day since they began working together in 2012. Article Link Below
https://mote.org/news/article/500-corals-in-a-day-heroes-help-rebuild-a-florida-keys-reef
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ELIZABETH MOORE INTERNATIONAL CTR & RESTORATION OPENS
On May 25, 2017, threatened coral reefs gained more powerful allies in the Florida Keys as Mote Marine Laboratory held an official ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new research facility at Summerland Key, Florida. Article Link Below
To Read More About Coral and MOTE's Efforts Hit LINK2
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We Continue with the 2017 Mango Madness
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"Magnificent Chicken" by Susan Guadagno Digital Illustration |
"Are they Ripe" by Pam Hobbs |
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"The Beginning of a Great Salsa" Oil |
"In the Court of the Kitchen Sink" by Steve Linder Mixed Media |
"Summer Treat" by Kim Kassner Mosiac
"Island Paisley" by Helen Herriott Wood with Latex House Paint, Stain, & 10 Coats of Sealer
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At the recent gathering of Howard Livingston's "Friend Club" called The Southernmost Coconut Castaways, $70,000 was raised for KOA Care Camp, a camp for kids with cancer and their siblings! The "BIG" check was presented to KOA by:
Back row, L-R : Howard Livingston, Nira Tocco, past Membership Director and Event Volunteer, Bobbi McElroy, "Bored" Associate Member and Website "Guru"
Front row, L-R: Cyndy Livingston, Marc A. Hollander, Southernmost Coconut Castaway Vice President, Tammy Hollander, Southernmost Coconut Castaway President, Jody and Duane Kuhn, Associate "Bored" Members and Event Volunteers, and Lamar, General Manager of Sugarloaf KOA.
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Tango your mango and add some salsa to your sweet summer groove with an international dance workshop experience presented by Key West Art & Historical Society in partnership with Brazouka Dance Key West. The six-week Key West World Culture Dance Series, produced by Dr Pamela Connolly, which happens every second Monday, kicked off on July 24, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Key West Theater, 512 Eaton Street with a focus on Salsa. Following weeks will include Ceilidh Scottish Dancing, Argentine Tango, Bachata, Brazilian Zouk, and East Coast Swing.
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In addition to the Ceilidh (KAY_LEE) Scottish dancing class on August 7, upcoming classes will be: Argentine Tango (August 21), Bachata ( September 4), Brazilan Zouk ( September 18), and East Coast Swing (October 2). Classes will begin with a brief lecture on the history and special features of the dance followed by lessons. Beginners and all ages are welcome, partners are not necessary, and watchers are welcome provided they have registered
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Classes are $20 for members, $25 for non members. Register now at
kwahs.org or for more information contact Adele Williams, Director of Education, at 305-295-6616, x115.
Your Museums. Your Community. It takes an Island.
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The July 28 Champagne Reception with Tom Hambright at The Custom House was as usual so Interesting
(Below is Edited due to Space Constraints); for more detail go to WWW.KWAHS.ORG
The Key West Art & Historical Society welcomed the public to a champagne reception and presentation of "The Virginius Affair," the only known painting that depicts an unprecedented show of naval force that helped postpone war between the United States and Spain in early 1874.
As part of the champagne reception, Florida Keys historian Tom Hambright offered brief observations about this extraordinary painting by I.H.F. Düksen that evening in the Bumpus Gallery at the Custom House Museum, 281 Front Street. The "Virginius Affair" will continue to be on display, forming part of "The Navy in Key West" exhibit, which runs through December, 2017. (Image courtesy Key West Art & Historical Society). For more information, contact Curator Cori Convertito, Ph.D. at [email protected] or 305.295.6616 x112. Your Museums. Your Community. It takes an Island.
To see the entire Two Part Feature that we did on the "The Navy in Key West" Exhibition in the last two Shortened Special Edition Summer Issues ; Here are the Links July 3
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Our Good friend Carol Tedesco sent over this Photo and verbiage
Symposium 2:
Ernest Hemingway authors and experts (left to right) Kirk Curnutt, professor and chair of English at Troy University's Montgomery Campus in Montgomery AL and author of "Reading Hemingway's To Have and Have Not";
Brewster Chamberlin, researcher, lecturer, historian
and author of "The Hemingway Log, A Chronology of His Life and Times"; journalist Robert K. Elder, author of "
Hidden Hemingway: Inside the Earnest Hemingway Archives of Oak Park"
and Dave Gonzalez, Museum Curator for the Ernest Hemingway Home in Key West gather around a bronze Hemingway sculpture at the Custom House Museum on Thursday during the first Hemingway Days Symposium, presented by Key West Art & Historical Society as a component of the 37
th Hemingway Days festival.
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WWW.LUCILLEKHORNAKGALLERY.COM 2400 Mountauk Hwy. 631-613-6000 Bridgehampton, LI, NY ; Lucille & the Gang send Summer regards and the 2017 / 2018 Blast Season will Feature in September her latest PhotoGraphic Ehibition
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We now continue with Part 2 "Amazing Photos from Around the World"
"An Airplane Crosses the Moon"
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"Lionesses at the Watering Hole"
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"Evolution of the NY Skyline"
More Fascinating Photographs from Planet Earth in the Next Issue. To see Part 1 of "Fascinating Photos" Click the July 23 Issue Link
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Lucky Street Gallery 1204 White St.
305-294-3973
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Michel Delgado :Oil on Board
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Seth Smith "Paired" Oil on Board"
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One of Richard Buckheim's Last Works
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"Waiting" by B Lucy Stevens Acrylic, Pastel, Oil on Canvas
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"8 Over 8" by Jon McIntosh Mixed Media
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Jon McIntosh
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"The Storm" by Susan Sugar Oil on Canvas
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Michel Delgardo
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"Key Limes" by Emily Vigil
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The 30th Annual 2017 Membership Meeting / Dinner.
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Mote's Bob Cardenas & Millard "Mil" McCleary with Florida House Representative Holly Raschein & Ed Krane
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These first 4 photos taken by GianCarlo Espinosa
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Dr. Alex Brylske FKCC
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Dr. Rivah Winter Philip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science
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Kathy Frey, Laurel Zaimo, Carly Shabo, & Alex Risius
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Bob, Mil, "Last Stand's" Mark Songer, & Social Media Guru & Videographer /Photographer GianCarlo Espinosa
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GianCarlo with Holly's Assistant Kate
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Summer Interns Receiving Awards
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Anne Den Otter & Nick Jones
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After 15 years at our 513 Truman Ave location
the KWBG Office & Gay Key West Visitors Center
will be moving to 808 Duval Street!
Just steps away from the Rainbow Crosswalks
in the Heart of Duval.
We will hold an official RAINBOW
ribbon cutting ceremony on
Monday, October 2nd at 10am.
Business will be conducted as usual at our
present location through Womenfest.
We will shut down on September 11th
for the big move to the new location. ALSO NEXT BUSINESS MIXER Wed. 9/6 and Luncheon 9/13 ; go to their site for additional details
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We continue with this Year's Mango Madness at TSKW
( Exhibition just closed a few weeks ago) & Featured over 100 Local artists.
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"Still Life with Mangos" by Diana Heller Ciclee
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"Reflections II" by Joanne Sloan Acrylic & Ink on Canvas
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"Almost Ripe" by Gail Upmal Watercolor Batik on Rice Paper
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"At The Market" by Katorina Arnhold Watercolor
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"Cleopatra :Brown Sea Turtle" by Kerry Hoeppner Palm Frond, Wood Husks, & Coconuts
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"Marvelous Mobile Mango" by Craig Gray Stucco & Wood
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"Baby Mangos" by Girl George Acrylic
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"Sails" by Jackie Sanchez Steel & Rustoleum Paint
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We Continue in our next Issue with about 30 more Paintings from the 2017 Mango Madness
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Part two of the Mile Zero Underwater Festival
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Taking a Break from keeping you informed ; Bill Becker US1 News Editor
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Johnny White took all these underwater shot; thanks again for sharing with the Key Blast from Ed Krane & Friends
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Just Like our Skipper Kripitz; Iris Ornig puts together different Musician Configurations : This Concert Featured : Iris Ornig on Bass, Dave Smith on Trumpet, Jeremy Powell on Sax, Yago Vazquez on Piano, Allan Mednard Drums
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WWW.THEKEYWESTTHEATER.COM 305-985-0437 512 Eaton St. Click
LINK1 for their latest E-Mail that will give a Comprehensive Listing and Photos of the acts for the 2017 / 2018 Season. Just added 9/30 Sister Hazel, 10/8 Mile Love, 10/20 Samantha Fish, & 3/17/2018 FireFall. Also go to their website for any updates / additions
Our Next Issue will have a Pic Feature of the many Brilliant Works in "The American Views" Exhibition at The Parrish Art Museum + A few Items from their other Current 7 Exhibitions
"A Farm Yard in East Hampton" by Samuel Coleman Painting from 1885
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Due to the nature of live radio broadcasting, guests must be in the theatre and seated no later than 6:40 p.m.
All ticket holders are invited to a pre-show reception at 5:30pm at The Studios featuring complimentary sandwiches, fruit and snacks + a cash bar.
Join us for WLRN/WKWM's live radio performance of Key Largo at TSKW.
Adapted from the classic noir film starring Humphrey Bogart, Edward G. Robinson and Lauren Bacall, Key Largo follows World War II vet Frank McCloud's visit to a hotel run by the widow of a fallen war buddy. McCloud realizes that mobsters, led by the infamous Johnny Rocco, are staying in the hotel. When the criminals take over the establishment, conflict and a hurricane threaten to tear everyone apart.
The Arts Radio Network Theatre Project in partnership with WLRN/WKWM Public Radio will perform the RADIO version of this classic story on Thursday, August 24 at 7 p.m. at The Studios of Key West in Key West.
This exciting performance, broadcast live, will launch WLRN's Florida Keys Museum and Attractions Weekend.
You can be a part of the audience for this historic live radio broadcast! Purchase your tickets now at
tskw.org or visit The Studios of Key West Box Office.
Due to the nature of live radio broadcasting, guests must be in the theatre and seated no later than 6:40 p.m.
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25% Off Your Next Visit (Acupuncture, Facials, and Skin Treatments) . As you prepare for end of summer and back to school, let us help you feel your very best with a relaxing Facial or re-energize your body with Acupuncture.
It's time to Treat yourself to a little TLC. We can help you take time for you and
take care of your Wellness along the way.
Call us today at 305-296-5358. Ends 8/30
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Literary Walking Tours Offered Key West, Florida
The Key West Literary Seminar will be offering Literary Walking Tours of old town Key West every Friday and Saturday throughout the summer. Tours begin at the Key West public library, 700 Fleming St., and finish near the foot of Greene Street. The leisurely stroll lasts approximately 90 minutes and features the former homes and favorite haunts of some of our most well-known writers, including Tennessee Williams, Shel Silverstein and Elizabeth Bishop, as well as our lesser-known local talent. Tours depart Friday at 6 p.m. and Saturday at 10 a.m. and cost $25 per person. To reserve, visit kwls.org/tour. The Key West Literary Seminar is reviving David A. Kaufelt's original literary walking tour every Friday at 6 p.m. and Saturday at 10 a.m. throughout the summer. Tours begin at the Key West public library and last approximately 90 minutes. The mission of the Key West Literary Seminar is to promote the understanding and discussion of important literary works and their authors; to recognize and support new voices in American literature; and to preserve and promote Key West's literary heritage while providing resources that strengthen literary culture. The Key West Literary Seminar is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
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Two charged with undersized lobster out of season.
Two Miami men were arrested Saturday for having 44 speared lobster out of season, some of which were very small.
Deputy Wilfredo Guerra was on patrol when he spotted the two men just offshore of the 60 mile marker. They were in the water diving with no dive flag. As he watched, he saw them swim back to shore several times, holding spear guns, and place something in the rocks on the shore.
He confronted the men, asking if they had caught anything. They said no. Deputy Guerra then went to the area on shore where he'd seen the men swim to and he found a red bag. In the bag where 44 speared spiny lobster.
Both men were arrested. 28 year old Jesus Molinet-Salinas and 29 year old Julio Turino Borroto were charged with possession of undersized lobster, possession of lobster over the limit, possession of speared lobster, possession of lobster out of season and having no measuring device while harvesting lobster.
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Thanks for reading The Keys Blast from Ed Krane and Friends. If would like to insert material in the Magazine ; reach out to me at 954-448-4324 [email protected]. Have a great rest of your Summer
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HERE ARE BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY TIPS FROM KWPD
More than 3,000 students will be returning to schools in the Key West area next Wednesday. Amid the adjustments of the community's schedule, it is important to always remember the number one back-to-school priority: keeping kids safe. As we start a new school year, patience is the most important thing that every motorist can bring to the table. It's worth allowing a little more time to get around to be sure that all Key West kids are safe on their way to and from school.
Here are some child safety tips to keep in mind:
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If your child is walking to or from school, walk the route with them beforehand. Choose the most direct way, and be sure the route has sufficient sidewalks, lighting and crossing guards. If a crossing guard is absent, be sure your child knows when it is safe to cross the street. 2)
Make sure your child walks to and from school with other trusted schoolmates and follows the tried and true axiom, "Never talk to strangers." 3)
Teach your kids to obey all traffic signals when walking or biking to School. 4)
When biking, be sure your child has a helmet.
5) When waiting for the school bus always stand on the sidewalk, away from the roadway. Always remain seated while on the bus. 6)
Be sure your child knows a phone number where you can be reached in case of an emergency.
Being hit by a car poses the greatest threat to any child walking or riding a bicycle to school. As drivers, it is our responsibility to avoid dangerous distractions behind the wheel. Pay particular attention near crosswalks and areas around schools where children could potentially run into the roadway. Don't text or talk on the phone, it's not worth the risk of a potential tragedy.
This is a good time to take a look at your own driving habits and review the rules of the road. Florida law prohibits passing a school bus in either direction when it is stopped with red lights flashing. Drivers must also remember to slow down to the posted speed limit in school zones. The Key West Police Department does not tolerate negligent actions that could harm our community's children. Anyone caught passing a stopped school bus or speeding in a school zone can expect to be stopped and cited accordingly.
It is up to each one of us to ensure that our school children are safe. Please do your part and be aware as you drive.
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