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The Keys Blast from Ed Krane and Friends
March 2, 2020
Above Photo by Michael Blades
Every Month (TSKW) The Studios of KW does their Residents on the Porch. The three this Month are so Interesting and additional details on them are also inc. in the Multiple Features / Sections from TSKW
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6-7PM Old Town City Hall. Michael Tougias "U-Boats So Close to Home".
$5 KWAHS Members & $10 Non. Go to one of the KWAHS Section for Detailed Info. From Cricket DesMarais & Carol Tedesco
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Next KWAHS "Distinguished Speaker Series" March 5
"Photos of the Week" by Executive Contributing Editor" Peter Arnow ( Idents and Additional Photos Below)
Mario Sanchez
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David Genest
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Michael Marrero & Julio Trinidad
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Lisa D. Watson
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Above 4 are the 3 March Exhibitions at TSKW (The Studios of Key West) that Have Receptions on Thurs. March 5 and run through March 26. The 4th Above is "Repair" A Two Man Play Sneak Preview Reading Event from Michael Marrero & Julio Trinidad with Interface with Audiences. (Much Additional Info. and Direct Links to ALL Events on the TSKW Website)
CoffeeMill's March 7 "Garden Party for Dance" to help fund
the Young Dance Collective & upcoming Swan Lake performance
Part 3 : The 2020 Anne McKee Artists Fund Fine Art Auction was so Far The Best in Excitement / Diversity of Art , Entertainment and of course Well Deserved Income for Our Local Artists and for the Fund. As Usual The Keys Blast from Ed Krane & Friends has a Multi Part / Week Post Feature Showing Close Ups of ALL 51 pieces in the Auction-Many Artists Standing in Front of their Work (During the Cocktail Networking), and Of Course the Actual Auction which was Brilliantly run by Auctioneer Stephanie Kaple and Mc'd by Roberta DePietro and Of Course All the McKee Staff and Volunteers.
We Start the On-Line Photographic Exhibition "LA During the 1920's & 1930's"
Photos & Articles by Alyson Crean
Encore Feature : The City of KW Honors Retiring Fire Dept. Chief Michael Davila in the Weekly City of KW Section & Simonton St. Paving PLUS New This Week
Key West Mayor Teri Johnston, Naval Hospital Branch Health Clinic Commander Valerie Littlefield, and Commissioner Clayton Lopez Honoring Black History Month
Great News for ALL; Heart Throb Zuill Bailey Headlining Again with the South Florida Symphony Orchestra FTL 3/5, Miami 3/7 & KW 3/8 (More Below) Inc. More Info. and Direct Ticket Link If any are Left.
The Key West Art & Historical Society (KWAHS) has Many Permanent and Temporary Exhibitions and Events. Just Like TSKW ; KWAHS has Multiple Sections in Our Magazine Each Week.
On the SCI GO Channel Sundays 10PM : Filmed in the Keys (More below) with Additional Interesting Material on a Man Who Wears Many Hats Charles Meier
Pt. 3
Latin Curator Alaen Ledesma Fernandez and The Florida Keys Council of the Arts Once Again Team Up for a Mega exhibition "Corpus" in Islamorada at the Roberto Russell Gallery in Ocean Southeby's International Realty. (More Below)
Part 3 of "Creative Crazy After All These Years" from the Florida Keys Council of the Arts and Guest Curator Teresa Willis at Gato. 7 Artists are in the Exhibition :
Ann Irvine, Lynne Fischer, Teresa Willis, Poochie Myers, Sue Sturtevant, Sonia Robinson, & Letty Nowak
Naomi Gordon-Loebl (Writer) Brooklyn NY
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Alice Hargrove (Photo Based Artist) Chicago, Illinois
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Sarah Williams ( Oil Painter) Springfield, Missouri
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The 3 Feb-March TSKW Resident Artisans ( Much Additional Info.) in Multiple Sections on TSKW in This Issue.
Part 26 The Gold Coast Cruisers 750 Car Show at Morgan Park in Glen Cove LI NY
"Frogman" Tim Cotterill is Well Known for his Work and Visits the Key West Gallery Often. His Large Collection is in KWG Year Round and You Must Touch and See in Person. Photos of his Most Recent Visit in this issue.
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(L) Pam Folsom
(R) Todd Bonita
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Part 1 of 2 from Pam Folsom & Todd Bonita Exhibitions at The GingerBread Square Gallery on 1102 Duval Street until 3/9 ( Of course Both Artists Hang Year Round). Eric Anfinson and Gabrielle Fiabane Exhibition and Reception 3/9
One of the Special Offers (If Still Available) is a Hand Signed Daisy Ridley Star Wars Photograph from Zazoo Photographic and Fine Art Gallery. PLUS Artist / Owner of Zazoo Don Oriolo has this so cute Art Donation in an On-Line Auction for the evening of March 1 to Benefit The Wildlife Warriors & Wires Animal Rescue (More Below). 2:37Pm Update on Sat 3/1. There are already Multiple Bids on Above + james Tells me that some people will be in Zazoo Tonight 7-9pm for final Bidding . Of Course you can do the Auction /Bidding On-Line (More Info Below)
"Oryan" Visited the Wyland Gallery Recently. He Hangs Year Round. This Issue has a Few of his Paintings
"Freaky Tiki" by Priscilla Coote 24 X 30 Oil on Canvas. She had a Reception a Few days Ago at The Gallery on Greene and Currently. Priscilla Hangs Year Round; Of Course Stop by in the Next Few Weeks to See Many additional Paintings of Priscilla's. PLUS Mike Rooney's Reception and Exhibition Starts 3/7
The College of the Keys Next 2020 VIP Lecture Series has Exec Dir. of The Key West Literary Seminar (WWW.KWLS.ORG) Arlo Haskell Discussing his Novel & Other Matters "The Jewish Underground Smuggling Refugees from Cuba to Key West" Wed. 3/4 7pm at TW.
Bahama Village Music Program of Key West (BVMPKW) : Birthday Bash 3/29 at Coffee Butler Amphitheater; Celebrating 20 Years ( More Below)
Letty Nowak's New Gallery : "Jag" Just Opened & her Latest Exhibition Features Rick Worth and AD Tinkham.
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Alexei Butirskiy
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Adam Scott Rote
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Sotill, Bill Mack and Gary Welton
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Peter Max
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The Key West Gallery An Amazing Collection of Artists Hanging Year Round with Many Visiting Artists
All Our Theatre Groups are Active. Fringe has "Backyard Music Series" Sat 2/29 6-9pm with Carmen Rodriquez & Larry Smith. More Details PLUS Additional Red Barn-XP Theatre-WaterFront Playhouse Features Below.
The Annual Associate Members Exhibition & Reception at the Key West Art Center on 301 Front St. is Saturday Feb 29th. 5-7p
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So Many Events at the KW Library : The "Cafe Con Libros" Series (Tues. 10:30a) Kenneth Michaels Just did a Reading (next Issue will have Photos). The Friends of KW Library Lecture Series (Mon. 6p) Next 3/2 is TSKW Visiting Resident Artisan : Acclaimed Author and Writer for Many National Publications Naomi Gordon Loebl at the KW Library 700 Fleming St. The Concert Series in the Palms Garden is still on. PLUS This Just In : A New Literary Series "Florida Talks" Season Opener 3/6 with Author Michael J. Tougias "U-Boats So Close to Home" (Michael is also the next KWAHS Distinguished Speaker on 3/5 and You Can find Additional Info. on Michael in the KWAHS Sections as well)
Cheval Visited Wyland Gallery a few Weeks Ago. If you go to Past Blasts Section and Click the Last Few Issues You'll See Many of His Works; and then Go in Person to Wyland to see the Brilliance of Cheval's Works. Cheval Hangs in ALL the Wyland Galleries with Ample Amounts of Paintings.
Pt. 4 "Rare & Mind Blowing Historical Photos"
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Karri Daley 3/2
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Tony Baltimore & The Wild Awake 3/5
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The Key West Theater An Amazing Amount of Concerts ; as Many if not More then Most Primary Market Venues.
Books and Books at TSKW 533 Eaton St. (Corner of Simonton) Visiting Author Next Lily King "Writers & Lovers" 3/17 Detailed Info. Below. Due to Time Constraints I probably have missed Inserting a few March Author events from Books and Books. So please go to their Facebook Page for ALL the Detailed Info. and Events Listings.
WWW.THEBLUEPAPER.COM Every Week we Enjoy Linking their Newspaper with our Magazine. They provide Hundreds of Local Features-Photos & Videos
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March 8 Pianist Natalia Kazaryan
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March 22 Calidore String Quartet
Impromptu Classical Concerts of Key West. Above Next Two Concerts ALL at St. Paul's Church 4pm Sundays
Reef Relief has a Few Exciting Events Scheduled ; Plus Go to their Environmental Center at Bight Marina (More Below)
Part 1 of the On-Line Photographic Exhibition "LA in the 1920's & 1930's"
Bob Bowersox's XP Theatre March 6 & 7 at TSKW (More Below)
The Annual Family Friendly "Holi Festival of Colors" at The Key West Library Palm Garden (More Below)
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The Annual Tennessee Williams Birthday Bash Celebration with many Events planned including the TW Film Series at the Tropic Cinema |
Many Events Scheduled in the Next 6 weeks for the Annual Tennessee Williams Birthday Celebration including the Annual TW Film Festival at The Tropic Cinema. Films are March 2nd. "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof", 3/9 "Baby Doll", 3/16 "The Rose Tattoo", 3/23 "This Property is Condemned"
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The Keys Blast from Ed Krane & Friends; going out to 8185 Weekly. We are Skipping this week's Lead Verbiage. As with ALL the February Issues the Past 8 Years; they are Long. So just like with a Conventional Hard Copy Magazine. My Production and Database Management ( Second to None) Constant Contact designed it so SIMPLY go back to the E-Mail Sent and Open it Again (As Many Times as You Want ; Perhaps to go back and Look at The Art).
Also Below Before We Start the Features are Last Weeks Website Links that as Always Appear in the Lead Tease Verbiage (For ease of Use). Of Course Throughout the Magazine there are Many Links. Have a Great Week. Ed
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Part 3 : Our Post Coverage of the 2020 Anne McKee Artists Fund Fine Art Auction ; But First
Part 4 "Rare and Mind Blowing Historical Photos"
More Rare & Mind Blowing Historical Photographs Up Shortly
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We Now start Pt. 3 of our Multi-Part / Week Post Extensive Coverage of the 2020 Anne McKee Artists Fund Fine Art Auction
"Siren of the Sea" by Kerry Hoeppner
Palm Frond, Coconut, Lobster Trap Wood, Misc. Debris 48 X 13.5
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"Froclicking Fairies" by Gail Miller Collage on Canvas, Paper, Glue
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"Look Up ! White Street Pier" by Mary Jean Connors Oil on Canvas 20.5 X 24.5
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"AfterGlow" by Tony Gregory Acrylic on Gallery Wrap
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"Cigar Smokin Mama" by Christine Cordone WC 300# Arches Paper
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We have Maybe 1 More Week of McKee 2020 Post Coverage ; Since We want to give you the Close Ups of ALL the Art that was Auctioned.
The Royal Caribbean Folks Donated a Really Terrific 7 Day Cruise for Two Supporting the Anne McKee Organization. The Small Print is Rough to read in Copying into my Magazine...So Go to
WWW.MCKEEFUND.ORG for Details on the Inexpensive $20 Raffle Tickets.
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KWPG Open MIC,
Sunday, 03/01/2020,
7pm @ Key West Library
The Key West Poetry Guild will gather
Sunday, March 1, 2020 at 7 pm
in the Auditorium of the Key West Library
for our Monthly Reading
(use side door on Elizabeth).
The Key West Poetry Guild has met the first Sunday
of almost every month for over forty years. W
e carry on the spirit of the Island of the Arts
and Robert Frost's Sunday Salon's at the then-home
of Jesse Newton Porter on Caroline St., Key West.
The Guild has one rule...the Poetry you share
must be your own work.
For more info, please view our Facebook group page.
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Latin Curator Alaen Ledesma Fernandez and the Florida Keys Council of the Arts Up Next with Part 3 of "Corpus" but First
Charles Meier Sends Regards to His Fellow Conch Neighbors and Tells us
Sundays on Sci Go 10pm
His Most Recent Novel Involving The Keys.. Charles Explains :
New Book Adventures in Boating Bad Decisions make good stories. I will have it available on Amazon & KDP press. It will be available at Key West Island Books
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TSKW RESIDENT ON THE PORCH MONTHLY EVENT ;
and in fact There is a Feb-March Studio Resident (Alice Hargrave) on THE PORCH and even a TSKW Executive Director
More of the Feb-March Residents on the Porch Inc. Their Brief Bios Up Shortly
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Latin Curator Alaen Ledesma Fernandez and The Florida Keys Council of the Arts Once Again Team Up for a Mega Exhibition Usually at Gato; this time in Islamorada at the Roberto Russell Gallery in Ocean Southeby's International Realty. This is a Group show called "Corpus" & Involves 8 Well Known Latin Artists
The First Two are Sandra Rodriquez and Emmanuel Diaz Acrylic on Canvas
Next Two are Jesus Nordarse
More "Corpus" Curated by Alaen Ledesma Fernandez Up Shortly and then Many Additional Works in the March 9th. Issue. A Must See and well worth the Trip to Islamorada; Really.
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More from Many of Our Local Galleries and All Sorts of Diverse Features Up First
MASTERWORKS III
FTL 3/5, MIAMI 3/7 & KEY WEST 3/8
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Maestra & Music Dir. of The South Florida Symphony Orchestra Sebrina Maria Alfonso
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Ellen Taaffe Zwilich : Composer
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Hit Ticket
Link
for Additional Info. and Tickets
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Begun as part of last season's Tom Majors Wood Art Invitational, The Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden is proud to continue our "Journey with an Artist" honoring W. Perry Arnold. The Garden has scheduled a celebratory Fundraiser titled "Olive's Spirit Anniversary at the Sidebar," 504 Angela Street for FRIDAY MARCH 13, 5:30-8:30 PM.
Admission is free and the evening includes a silent auction and cash bar, with appetizers provided. Expect short 'speeches' and original artwork representations recognizing Perry's generosity in creating and maintaining Olive's Spirit! Olive's Spirit is a sculpture created by Perry from the trunk of an 85 year old Black Olive tree which was felled by Hurricane Irma in September, 2017.
More From The KW Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden in the Regular Weekly Section
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623 Duval St. 305-292-4998
MICHAEL CHEVAL Recently Visited WYLAND GALLERY Where He Hangs YEAR ROUND. ALL the Wyland Galleries Around the World have Cheval. Go to the Past Blasts Section and Click the Last Three Issues to See some of His Work. Of Course A MUST SEE Visit to see the Many Cheval's.
More Michael Cheval Up Shortly
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Exciting News about Mike Rooney ; Reception and Exhibition at The Gallery on Greene on March 7 ( Flyer to come after this Part. 1) For Mike Rooney
Everyone's Friend Priscilla Coote a few days ago had a Reception for her Exhibition at The Gallery on Greene. Here are a Few Paintings...Of Course Go in Person to see the Exhibition & Of Course Priscilla Hangs Year Round at Nance's Gallery.
"Azure and White" 24 X 30 Oil on Linen
"Peapod" 18 X 24 Oil on Linen
"Treasure Salvor 12 X 16 Oil on Linen
More of Priscilla Coote Up Shortly
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Part 3
"Creative Crazy After All These Years" from The Florida Keys Council of the Arts at Gato with Guest Curator Teresa Willis
Curator and Marketing Manager of The Florida Keys Council of the Arts Martha Resk Hosts Guest Curator and Artist Teresa Willis
Ann Irvine, Lynne Fischer, Teresa Willis, Poochie Myers, Sue Sturtevant, Sonia Robinson, Letty Nowak are the Artists In "Creative Crazy After All These Years"
SONIA ROBINSON
"Island Angel"
"Baxter the Cat Next Door"
"She was Known Far and wide for Her Kindness of Heart"
"Forever"
More "Creative Crazy After All These Years " Up Shortly. Go to Our Past Links Section and Click Feb. 17 and Feb. 24 to see Many of the Works from the 7 Artists. This Exhibition should be up for a few more Months.
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More of the TSKW Residents on the Porch
More from the Feb-March "Residents on the Porch" and Many Exhibitions / Events from TSKW Up Shortly
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The March 9th Issue will include
The JH Allen Exhibition at Melissa Trader's Stone Soup Gallery and Frame
Also Next Week A Visit to Maggie Ruley and Her Island Inspirations Gallery
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A Pulitzer winning event to benefit A Positive Step of Monroe County
Billy Davis, founder of A Positive Step of Monroe County, right, and Miki Yaras-Davis, left, get warmed up for a day of shopping to benefit APSMC. On Saturday, March 15, the Lilly Pulitzer shop at 600 Front Street in Key West will donate 10% of all sales to A Positive Step of Monroe County to help fund the Idle Hands Summer Youth Employment program, an APSMC program partially supported by and run in partnership with the City of Key West.
Each year, the City provides jobs for young people enrolled in A Positive Step's Idle Hands Summer Youth Employment Program. The City also provides $35,000.00 towards the approximately $70,000 payroll for the program's students and one staff person. APSMC must raise the remainder of the budget. So come to Lilly Pulitzer on March 15, celebrate the arrival of spring with some colorful new clothes, and know that you are supporting a great program for our island community's youth.
A Positive Step of Monroe County
is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serving Monroe County's highest risk kids and their families since 1999. For more information about A Positive Step of Monroe County and its various community support programs contact Billy Davis at [email protected] or visit apsmc.org.
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The March 9th. Issue will have our Visit with Bill, Deb, and Gary ; Hopefully I can publish this in 3 Hrs and go over and Say Hello..Always Great when these 3 Artisans are in Town.
Bill Mack
"Love, Happiness, & Hope" by Deborah Mack Bonded Stainless Steel
"Rites of Spring" by Gary Welch
Alexei Butirskiy Was Featured in a few of the Past Issues; and His ART is a MUST SEE IN PERSON. The Gallery has a Large Collection Year Round.
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IMPORTANT GREAT KW LIBRARY NEWS
In partnership with Florida Humanities, The Friends of the Key West Library is sponsoring a series in March called "Florida Talks," which features authors and lecturers discussing interesting aspects of Florida history each Friday at 4PM at the Key West Library.
March 6
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is author Michael Tougias followed by author Arlo Haskell on March 13
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March 20
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is Dr. Cori Convertito, curator for the Key West Art and Historical Society and author Pedro Medina Leon will round out the talks on March 27
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These events are free and open to the public.
For more information contact the library at 305-292-3595.
This year's first speaker on March 6th is bestselling author Michael J. Tougias (The Finest Hours) discussing the Florida U-2 pilots during the Cuban Missile Crisis, which is the topic of his 2018 book, Above and Beyond: John F. Kennedy and America's Most Dangerous Cold War Spy Mission.
Author Arlo Haskell (The Jews of Key West) will give a talk called, "Vengeance Against Spain: Jewish Immigrants who fought for Cuban Independence," on March 13th. "A clandestine cell of Eastern European Jewish immigrants in Key West in the 1890s delivered weapons to the Cuban revolutionary
rebels who chased the Spanish Empire out of the Americas."
On March 20th, Dr. Cori Convertito, Curator for the Key West Art and Historical Society will discuss Key West during the Civil War in a talk called, "The Isolated Union Outpost: Key West, David Farragut and the Gulf Blockading Squadron, 1861 - 1865."
Miami author Pedro Medina Leon (TOUR: A Journey Through Miami's Culture) will give a presentation entitled, "Our Man in Miami," on March 27
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, about the East Coast Railway, the railroad of Henry Flagler that opened Miami to the rest of the world.
This Issue has a few more additional Sections on all the Events that the KW Library has going on Up Shortly
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KARRI DALEY'S ALBUM RELEASE PARTY
MARCH 2ND
Karri Daley's debut album, "Unapologetically me", is a compiled list of life stories in a colorful, multi-genre format making it unapologetically raw and unique. For this special evening, Karri will be accompanied by Bobby Croft on bass, Jerry Marotta on drums, Jeff Whitfield on guitar and J.D. Daniel on keys.
TONY BALTIMORE & THE WILDE AWAKE / JEFFF CLARK BAND: DUAL ALBUM RELEASE
MARCH 5TH
Tony Baltimore & the Wilde Awake will be debuting 'Hear Me In' while the Jefff Clark Band will be releasing for the first time ever on planet Earth the long awaited 'My Last CD.' Join us for frivolity, merriment & silliness as these two mini-juggernauts take the stage with special guests: Vince Bergamo, Henry Lysy, Jr., Hiram Garzaro, Bria Ansara, Ross Brown & Ken Fradley!
Key West Art & Historical Society Distinguished Speaker Series to feature New York Times Bestselling author Michael Tougias
On Thursday, March 5, beginning at 6:00pm, Key West Art & Historical Society welcomes Distinguished Speaker Series guest Michael Tougias at Old City Hall, 510 Greene Street. Tougias will offer a presentation featuring his latest book, "U-Boats So Close to Home: A True Story of an American Family's Fight for Survival During WWII," and his New York Times bestseller "
The Finest Hours: The True Story of the U.S. Coast Guard's Most Daring Sea Rescue," which was co-written with Casey Sherman, and later made into a movie. DUE TO SPACE CONSTRAINTS THE REST OF the Information will be found at the very End of this Issue AFTER The Weekly Extensive Art Gallery Listings.
The Exhibition "From a Woman's Hand" will be at The Custom House until March 22 ; Go to Past Links in Our Past Issue Section on this Exhibition and of Course Go in Person.
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Michael Palmer Exhibition. Here are the Links to Enjoy His Work.
and Part 2 Feb. 24 https://conta.cc/2V9n7wm . Of Course ; All the Annual Visiting Artists have an Ample Amount of their Paintings in the Gallery Year Round.
The Reception was a few days ago ; and Exhibition will be up until a few days before Eric Anfinson and Gabrielle Fiabane Reception / Exhibition 3/9. Here are some works from Pam Folsom and Todd Bonita
TODD BONITA
More Of Pam Folsom and Todd Bonita Up Shortly
Upcoming Receptions / Exhibitions
NOW Pam Folsom and Todd Bonita
3/9 Eric Anfinson and Gabrielle Fiabane
3/23 Rebecca Bennett,Janet Mueller, & John Whitney
The 2020 Eric Anfinson Calendar is Out ; and can be purchased Locally ; Inc. GingerBread Square Gallery. As Noted Above Eric with Gabrielle Fiabane have Exhibitions 3/9.
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We Continue with Part 26 from the 750 Classic Automobile Show at Morgan Park in Glen Cove, LI NY
More of Part 26 The Gold Coast Cruiser 750 Car Exhibition in Morgan Park on Glen Cove, LI, NY. Up Shortly
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' Rey With BB-8 '
Rey (Daisy Ridley) with BB-8 in this great image
on canvas
from Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
Hand signed by Daisy Ridley.
PSA DNA ' In the Presence ' authenticated.
Measures approx. 31" x 29" framed.
Gallery Price was $1,450 framed
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Only one available!
FLASH SALE PRICE $1,100.00 FRAMED
If you are interested in adding a signed Star War piece to your collection, please call me at 305-294-8925 or email me at [email protected]
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Owner and Artist Don Oriolo has donated this beautiful acrylic painting on canvas for
auction with the proceeds to benefit
Wildlife Warriors & Wires Animal Rescue.
' Kangaroo Casper '
Oiginal acrylic on canvas
Presented as a gallery wrap measuring
approx. 30" x 40".
Don's father Joe Oriolo was the co-creator of
Casper the Friendly Ghost.
Silent auction with starting bid at $3,000.
Also accepting donations to pass along to the charities.
Auction Closes End of Day February 29th, 2020. I do hear from James at 2:37PM Sat Aft. (2/29) that there are bids In; and in Fact a few people will swing by the Gallery tonight to continue Bidding between 7-9PM Tonight (2/29)
Email bids indicating maximum amount of bid and contact information to
[email protected]
More from Zazoo Up Shortly
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EFFUSION GALLERY 701 Duval St. 305-735-4345
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Part 3 : On-line Photographic Exhibition "Rare and Mind Blowing Historical Photos" is Up Next But First
Letty Nowak's New Gallery : JAG Gallery 1075 Duval Street (Duval Mall) 305-407-6202
Opening Reception for Rick Worth & AD Tinkham's New Paintings
(Although the Reception has Past) : The Exhibition will be Up for Many Weeks
Intimate Key West vignettes and dramatic nautical vistas share the walls when Rick Worth and A.D. Tinkham open at Jag Gallery. "We are excited to start our season with Rick and A.D." said gallery owner Letty Nowak" They've both been making work here for several years" Though they share the same island, their visions of Key West are unique. Tinkham, who says that he feels most alive when on the water in life threatening storms, uses subtle values to capture the power and depth of untamed oceans. Worth incorporates the colorful history of Key West not only in his vivid portraits of local landscapes and vernacular architecture, but in the vintage roof tiles he often uses as canvas. Join both artists at JAG gallery, 1075 Duval St Space 23 6-8 pm
For more information call or text 305 407 6202
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Part 5 Rare & Mind Blowing Historical Photos in the March 9th. 2020 Issue
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WWW.MCKEEFUND.ORG
"Tropical Colors" by Rosanne Potter Acrylics and Metalics on Canvas
"Early Morning Palms" by Jane Gilbert Acrylic on Canvas 14 X 14
"Veins of Life" by Louis Laferriere Photography on Extruded Plastic
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"Golden Seahorse" by Marilyn Sanchez Acrylic on Canvas 36 X 18
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"Azure" by Sandra Sun Clay Underglazes, Grout
"Ode to Summer" by Dawn Wilkins Water Based Inks and Colored Pencils on Arches & Rives Printmaking Paper
More from Ann Mckee Up Shortly
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Now More from "Corpus" Curated by Alaen Ledesma Fernandez
More of "Corpus" in the March 9th. Issue
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More of "Rare and Mind Blowing Photographs from LA in the 20's and 30's"
"More "LA During the 1920's & 1930's in Our March 9th. Issue
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World Famous "Frogman" Tim Cotterill Visits a Few Time
Kellie Alpert wanted to tell Our Readers about a Special Peter Max Offer that they ran a Few Months Ago that they are going to repeat for a few Days. Inventory (Artwork) Directly Hanging in the Peter Max Studio Including pieces from his "Vintage Collection" is available for purchase. Peter Max Collectors with Gross Sales over $8990 during the Offer will Receive a COMPLIMENTARY VIP TRIP TO TO THE PETER MAX STUDIO IN NYC Includes Round Trip Airfare with 1 Night Stay and Dinner in LUXURY.
Call Kellie at 305-923-1696 or drop into The Key West Gallery.
Up Shortly the Upcoming Schedule of Visiting Artists at Key West Gallery
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"Rolling In" 6 X 8 Oil on Paper
"Heading Home' 18 X 24 Oil on Canvas
"Sailor's Dream" 40 X 30 Oil on Canvas
"Tropical Outing" 18 X 24 Oil on Linen
"Freaky Tiki" 24 X 30 Oil on Canvas
"Survivor" 24 X 18 Oil
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305-292-1008 1801 White St.
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We Now Continue with the Pam Folsom and Todd Bonita Exhibition up until a Few Days Prior to the 3/9 Reception and Exhibition for Eric Anfinson and Gabrielle Fiabane.
Here are some recent works from Pam ALL Oil on Canvas
"Cloud Illusions" 30 X 40
"Sunset" 9 X 12
"Another Blue Sky Day" 30 X 30
TODD BONITA
3 More from Pam Folsom Up Shortly
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More of the Art Work that was Auctioned at 2020 Anne McKee Artists Fund Fine Art Auction
First and Flagler By Sally Binard Oil on Canvas 18 X 15
"Boca Grande" by Hugh Johnson Oil on Canvas 28 X 23
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Badass McRooster Has A Mango in his Pocket by Jimm Sherrington Acrylic on Canvas
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White Phalenopsis Orchids by Lynne Bentley-Kemp Photographed with Epson UltraChrome Ink on Epson Hot Press Paper
2019 Anne McKee Artists Fund Grant Recipients
First Row : (L-R) Flower Conroy, Arida Wright, & Sally Binard
Second Row : (L-R) Femi Manners, Kristina Neilhouse, Tony Gregory, Nicholas Bergery.
Third Row : (L-R) Louis Wray, Maria-Elena Lindsley, Penny Garcia.
Top Row : (L-R) Kirby Congdon, Victoria "Tori" Mata, Debbie Parfitt, Malcolm Willison & Steve Allerton.
Not Pictured : Jeff Adler, Gerri Louise Gates, Pam Kostmayer, Sandy Sun, & Under 14 YO Steava Lamontagne
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March 6 and 7 at TSKW
"TWICE TOLD TALES" One of the Theatre XP's Most Popular Annual Events
"9 Directors, 18 Authors, 9 Monologues. Each Developing in Two Completely Different Ways. Really Shows How Actor Interpretation & Direction Can Alter a Piece of theater. For Tickets WWW.TSKW.ORG or 305-296-0458
Editors Note : A Fast Thanks Bob Bowersox for perhaps Many Fitting words could be 'Cutting Edge" Another Two would be "So Entertaining" and Melody I Must Admit I'm Still Scared of you from your performance in "The Prophet" ; Perhaps a Kiss on the cheek can cure that...
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We now Continue with
"Creative Crazy After All These Years" from The Florida Keys Council of the Arts at Gato with Guest Curator Teresa Willis
One More Piece of Work from Teresa Willis
Duval Street Series by Poochie Myers Each Block Below is 10 X 20. So There are 8 Separate Blocks Below.
"Time Flies" by Ann Irvine WaterColor on Paper
More of Creative Crazy After All These Years Up Shortly
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Just a few of the many Events/Classes/Exhibitions :
Cricket Desmarais Continue her "Slow Flow Yoga" in March & April (Tues. & Thursdays). Click the "ALL Classes" Link on their website to see probably 25 other Classes in & March
February / March Resident Artisans
Naomi Gordon-Loebl (Writer) Brooklyn NY
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Alice Hargrove (Photo Based Artist) Chicago Illinois
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Sarah williams (Oil Painter) Springfield , Missouri
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Naomi Gordon-Loebl
is a writer, educator, and fellow at Type Media Center. Her work has been published in
The New York Times
,
Harper's
,
The Nation
,
Complex
,
Hazlitt
,
The Washington Spectator
,
The Toast
, the anthologies
The Social Construction of Difference and Inequality
and
Emerge
, and elsewhere. She is the recipient of residencies and fellowships from Lambda Literary, Monson Arts, and the Vermont Studio Center. Before working in journalism, she spent five years as a teacher and youth development professional, helping people who had left school to complete their high school equivalency diplomas. She was born, raised, and still lives in Brooklyn.
Alice Hargrave
is a photo based artist working in Chicago, IL. She incorporates sound and video within layered installations of her photographic imagery in space. Her work reflects on the notion of impermanence: environmental insecurity, habitat loss, and species extinctions. Hargrave recently collaborated with
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology NY
, to create her project
Last Calls/Pink Noise
- portraits of threatened birds using sound waves of their last calls in the wild. This project has been widely exhibited and won a 2019 Individual Illinois Arts Council Artist Grant, as well as semi finalist awards in both the 2019 and 2020 International Awards of The Print Center. (Due to Space Constraints ; (Please Click the Above
Residency Link for additional Paragraphs on Ms. Hargrave)
Sarah Williams earned her MFA in Painting and Drawing from the University of North Texas in Denton and her BFA from William Woods University in Fulton, Missouri. Her oil paintings have been shown in galleries and museums in locations including New York, Houston, Dallas, Los Angeles and San Francisco. She is currently an Associate Professor of Painting and Drawing at Missouri State University in Springfield.
Williams' work is closely focused on her roots in the rural Midwest and the environments existing at the periphery that most people ignore. She is drawn to areas and structures that show character resulting from the history and memory of the people and ways of life that have shaped them.
Up Shortly More from TSKW including Upcoming Events & Exhibitions and 6 More Photos from the Residents on the Porch
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Part 27 in the March 9th. Issue
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Part 27 in the March 9th. Issue Gold Coast Cruisers 750 Automobile Classic Car Show in Morgan Veteran's Park in Glen Cove LI NY
WWW.GOLDCOASTCRUISERS.ORG
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LUCY CARLETON
Salsa Dance Lessons with Lucy & Friends
Wednesdays 7-8
Fridays 7-8 dance party 8-9
& maybe a little salsa rueda too!
All levels ~ we love newbies! ~ $10
Drop in class, no partner needed
for
new classes, events, venues, updates,
cancellations, etc.
~ Lucy Carleton,
dance instructor
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Paradise Health & Fitness Dance Studio
1706 N. Roosevelt Blvd. Key West FL 33040
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SHORT ATTENTION SPAN THEATRE 2020 THE TWILIGHT ZONE FEB 18-MARCH 14
"There is a fifth dimension beyond that which is known to man. It is a dimension as vast as space and as timeless as infinity. It is the middle ground between light and shadow, between science and superstition, and it lies between the pit of man's fears and the summit of his knowledge. You are about to enter another dimension, a dimension not only of sight and sound but of mind. A journey into a wondrous land of imagination. Next stop, the Twilight Zone!"
Always one of our most popular shows of any season, come enjoy an evening of quirky, out-of-the-ordinary short plays, populated with a host of top Key West actors.
FRANKIE AND JOHNNY IN THE CLAIR DeLUNE MARCH 24-APRIL 18
A timeless love story of a waitress and a short order cook. Their sometimes touching, sometimes hilarious interplay lights up this one night stand between two lonely people who long for more.
As Clair de Lune plays on the radio, Johnny woos the reluctant Frankie and we root for this odd couple to find their way to each other and out of their past disappointments. Terrence McNally was recently awarded the Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement. The Red Barn first produced this play in 1990 and is thrilled to honor Mr. McNally and our theatre's 40th Anniversary with another production of this beautiful play.
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Upcoming Events and Exhibitions
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Events on 3/12 & 3/19 and 1 Ticket gets you in for both Events. Click Links Below for additional Info. for all 4 Events / Exhibitions
ALL 3 of the Receptions & Exhibitions start on Thurs. March 3/5 6-8P.
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by Lisa D Watson
Approximately 100 Key Deer were hurt or killed by cars last year, and are further threatened by loss of habitat, hurricanes, Screwworm disease, and weakening of the Endangered Species Act. Watson has taken their plight to heart, with a series of work made from reclaimed materials depicting the Keys' native deer and wildscapes. 20% of sales from
Deer Humans, will be donated to the Florida Keys Wildlife Society. S
ponsored by Simonton Court
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David Genest Exhibition - Reception
ARTIST TALK: TUE MAR 24, 5:30PM. LEGALIZED LOVE: LGBT PARENTS & THEIR CHILDREN. Zabar Project Gallery
David Genest's recent mixed media works are group portraits rendered in monotonal acrylic, ink, charcoal and photo transfer. Depicting human moments in the domestic lives of contemporary American LGBT families, they are part of his effort to increase the visibility of LGBT families, a demographic that carries significant influence on political, cultural and religious debates from the national to local level. Sponsored by Compass Realty
"Living Traditions : The School of Mario Sanchez
XOJ Gallery
With his distinctive low-relief paintings on wood depicting old Key West scenes, folk artist Mario Sanchez is not only one of Florida's cultural treasures, he also passed down a tradition that lives on today. Featuring Wayne Garcia, Andy Thurber, Ronny Bailey, Garth Holtkamp, Daniel Soldano, Mario Suarez, Pattie Kemp, Jorge Marrero and others.
made possible by the Tom Majors Fund
sponsored by Key West Compass Realty
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623 Duval St. 305-292-4998
The Artists Named "Oryan" Visited Wyland Gallery of the Keys Where he Hangs Year Round. Here's some of Oryan's Art
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The Exhibition by Kreg D. Kelley at Salt Island Provisions Gallery. We'll Have many of Kreg's Artwork. Of course ; Visit Salt Island in the Next Few Weeks to see the Works in Person.
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5901 College Rd.
The College of the Florida Keys continues its 2020 VIP Series with "The Jewish Underground: Smuggling Refugees from Cuba to Key West." The presentation, led by local author and historian Arlo Haskell, is on Wednesday, March 4 at 7 p.m. in the Tennessee Williams Theatre on the Key West Campus.
Haskell will share the little-known story of thousands of Jewish immigrants who became refugees in Cuba in the 1920s when they were barred from entering the United States. Cuban authorities looked the other way as smugglers transported them to Key West, pitting them against powerful local officials who belonged to the Ku Klux Klan and inspiring Ernest Hemingway's novel "To Have and Have Not."
Haskell is an award-winning author, historian, literary organizer, and publisher. He is executive director of the Key West Literary Seminar, publisher of Sand Paper Press, and author of "The Jews of Key West: Smugglers, Cigar Makers, and Revolutionaries," which received the Florida Book Award's Gold Medal for Florida Nonfiction.
In its seventh season, the College's VIP Series invites the community to learn from the visions, ideas, and perspectives of speakers of local, regional, and national prominence. The 2020 season, sponsored by Centennial Bank, includes presentations that focus on timely and relevant topics.
Tickets are $5 at the door. Admission is free for students at CFK and Monroe County schools. For more information, call CFK at 305-296-9081 or visit www.fkcc.edu.
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PAM FOLSOM
"Pink on United" 12 X 16
"Colorful Britches" 10 X 20
"Perfect Day" 48 X 36
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"From A Woman's Hand" Exhibition
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HERE ARE THE FEBRUARY & PERMANENT EXHIBITIONS AT KWAHS
CLICK THIS LINK FOR GREATER DETAIL
Other Permanent Exhibitions
Tennessee Williams The Playwright and Painter
Junkyard Rebel Stanley Papio
Tennessee Williams in Key West
"Overseas to the Keys" Henry Flagler's Overseas Railway
Life of the Keepers at KW Lighthouse
Ghosts of East Martello at Fort East Martello
Depicting Hemingway Guy Harvey Sketches
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Upcoming Exhibitions
"Duke Rood : Artistry in Wood" April 7 - June 7 Custom House Bumpus Gallery
"Historic Shutter Art" by Elizabeth Devries June 9 - August 2 Custom House Bumpus Gallery
"Abstracted Visions The Art of Fred Gros" April 24 - Summer 2020 Custom House Bryan Gallery
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FLORIDA KEYS COUNCIL OF THE ARTS BUILDING (GATO CUBAN CIGAR FACTORY) 1100 SIMONTON ST.
We Continue with the "Creative Crazy After All These Years" at The Florida Keys Council of the Arts at Gato..
Guest Curator Teresa Willis
"Night Bloomer" Acrylic on Canvas
"Flirty" Oil on Canvas
"Orange" Oil on Canvas
"Frangie" Oil on Canvas
LETTY NOWAK
"Ginger" Oil on Canvas
"Diesel" Oil on Canvas
LYNNE FISCHER Acrylic on Canvas
"Looking Through "
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"Possible Showers"
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Monroe County Public Library
700 Fleming Street
Key West, FL 33040
305-292-3595
The Key West Library at 700 Fleming St is offering their free
Café
con
Libros
author series on Tuesday mornings until March 31
st
. Doors open at 9:30am and author presentations start at 10:30am.
www.keyslibraries.org
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PLEASE GO TO THE OTHER SECTION IN THIS ISSUE For Other Events from The Key West Library and Friends of the Library; also Upcoming in this Issue Schedule for the NEW Series "Florida Talks". Also Info. from the 'FOL" event Directly below.
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Naomi Gordon Loebl a
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Photo by Tom Condon.
On Monday, March 2, the Friends of the Key West Library will present Naomi Gordon Loebl, a writer and educator.
Her work has been published in The New York Times, Harper's and elsewhere.
The lecture
will take place at the Tropic Cinema on Eaton Street.
Admission to the lectures is free. The talk begins promptly at 6:00 p.m. Seating starts at 5:40 on a first come, first served basis.
I Met Ms. Loebl at TSKW Monthly Residents on the Porch ; She is So Nice and So Interesting. This Event Appears to Be a MUST ATTEND.
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Holi Festival.
The Key West Library at 700 Fleming St is pleased to announce our Holi Color Festival will be held on Saturday March 7
th
at 3:00pm in the Palm Garden. Holi is a Hindu spring festival that brings home the lesson of social harmony and celebrates the start of spring by splashing friends and family with water and colored powder. Join us as we celebrate being a part of our wonderful Key West community. For more information, contact the library at 305-292-3595.
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Debra Moore Art Gallery Curator and Manager Sends Regards and Tells Us that Sat. 2/29 5-7! Come by and see the works of our Associate Members! And have some refreshments! We are blessed with amazing talent!
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Kreg Kelley's "According to Who" Opened a Few Weeks Ago. We'll Have in the Next issue Many of Kreg's Work.
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We Continue with the Residents on the Porch at TSKW
Tom and Kathy Buckard Being Honored for all their work with the TSKW. They Always Bring a Big smile to my face when I am Near Them
Alice Hargrave watching Naomi Gordon-Loebl Give Her Presentation
Naomi Gordon-Loebl watching Alice Hargrave Give her Presentation
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Just a few Places that the Red Cross is Making The Difference : Philippine's TAAL Volcano, Puerto Rico's EarthQuake, and the Apocalyptic Australia Problems (Bushfires, Dust Storms, & Flash Floods
Hit
RED CROSS Link for Direct Red Cross Website. By going to the Website ; you'll find different areas to Donate to. Their site also has Other Interesting Material; Including Training and Volunteer Opportunities.
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"Photos of the Week" by Executive Contributing Editor Peter Arnow
(Below-L) Gallery on Green Nance Frank welcomes renown artist Peter Vey to his exhibit titled 'Reimagining The Tropics."
(Below-R) Monroe County Mayor Heather Carruthers with Lodging Association President Jodi Weinhofer before delivering her 'State of the County' address.
(Above-L) Jamie Olwell and Kim Cournoyer worked the gate at the Lodging Association monthly luncheon at the Marriott Beachside.
(Above-R) John Dell celebrated his 75th birthday at the Shor Restaurant in the Hyatt. Shown are Juan Benitez, Betty Rubenstein, John Dell, David Kaminsky, Greg Dunbar and John Meyers.
You can also find Peter Arnow's Photos in
WWW.KONKLIFE.COM ; in their Hard Copy and On-Line Publications
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305-923-4778 6810 Front St. Stock Island
February 15-March 8th
Meet the artist Saturday the 22nd 6-8 & Sunday 12-2
Artist, Sign Painter, Cartoonist, Henry delValle; painting Key West, back when Buddy Chavez was the island's Legacy of Music.
Upcoming At Collections Gallery
March - Havana Artists' Paintings & Sculpture
March - The Fashion of Fabric & Jewelry
April - CVS/Fastbucks on Duval - Martha Cook / Jimmy Lehmkuhl
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Marathon Garden Club, 5270 Overseas Highway MM50, presents "Plight of the Monarch". February 26
th
1-3 PM.
DeLand native Jim West, who grew up in the florist and landscaping business, will be the guest speaker and will discuss these intriguing butterflies in his presentation, "Plight of the Monarch Butterfly." Butterfly plant sale to follow.
Public invited. Free of charge, but seating is limited.
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Aqual Idol Returns at Aqua NightClub 711 Duval St. Wednesdays Until 3/25
March 5 - 28
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Helen and Ben Hosted the February "Walk on White" along with the other Artisan Venues. We'll have Photos in the March 2nd Issue.
Click this Link for the 3 Part Feature We Recently did on the Harrison Gallery
"The Tree of Life : Divine Comedy" by Helen Harrison Lignum Vitae , 24 Carat Gold, & Glass
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"Femme Fatale" by Helen Harrison Coconut Fiber, Pearls, & Paint
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An Amazing On-Line and Hardcopy Selection of Books; many from Keys Authors
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Adam Scott Rote was in Town a Few Weeks Ago; showing a few of his newer Works..Thanks ASR; always great seeing you and Your Brilliant Work
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Our Backyard Music Series by-passes a formal gala and goes right to hanging out with friends. Join us on Saturday, Feb 29th at the home of Christian Caceres & Bradley Brewer. Enjoy an open bar, delicious food, and the eclectic music of the divine Carmen Rodriguez with pianist Larry Smith. Supporting Fringe's mission and programs has never been so easy!
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CoffeeMill's March 7 "Garden Party for Dance" to help fund
the Young Dance Collective & upcoming Swan Lake performance
Cricket DesMarais Tells Us : CoffeeMill Dance Studio invited you to don your florals, fedoras, and fascinators for the "Garden Party for Dance,"
a limited-ticket fundraiser set for Saturday, March 7, 6:00pm - 8:00pm at the private residence of studio patrons Claus Jensen and Henrik Holbaek to help support the Young Dance Collective, the studio's
pre-professional, nonprofit student dance company. The spring soiree will feature dance performances in the beautiful gardens by the company, music by father/daughter duo Matt and Belle Jampol, delectable edibles, and libations. All proceeds will help fund the production of the company's 3
rd Annual "Evening of Dance" performance on Friday, April 4 at the Tennessee Williams Theater featuring Act II of "Swan Lake" and
original works from their award-winning repertoire.
The dedicated student dancers aged 9-17 include Julia Bakalaraska, Vivian Carper, Ryan Fossum, Tori Gregg, Madison Harding, Reese Kight, Lucy Kilpatrick, Khassidi Marsh, Hamida Muhsinova, Isabella Nodal, Emily Pucahuranga, Alanna Shanle, Mila Siegert, Sia Singh, Katrina Stolka, Nela Sulak, and Lilliana Valeus. Led by the classically-trained ballet dancer Joseph Goodman and CoffeeMill dance instructor and choreographer Kara Querio, the young dancers are offered an academy-like study and discipline with a rigorous syllabus in the Russian-based Vaganova technique and rehearse six days a week for multiple performance opportunities throughout the year, including street fairs, parades, nursing homes, Fantasy Fest's Coronation and Children's Day, and Spring and Fall performances at the Tennessee Williams Theatre.
The company has garnered numerous gold standard awards and scholarships at NUVO Dance Competition in Orlando, and travels to dance workshops and competitions regionally and nationally.
Tickets to the "Garden Party for Dance" are $35 and can be purchased at the door or at the CoffeeMill Dance Studio, Key West's premier instructional dance studio for 37 years, is home to The Young Dance Collective and is located at 'The Annex' at 804 White Street and 'By the Bay' at 3340 North Roosevelt Blvd. #2. The two locations offer a full roster of weekly professional and recreational dance and fitness instruction. For more information, visit
coffeemilldance.com,
call the CoffeeMill Dance Studio at 305-296-9982, or email
[email protected]
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"Farmer's Green Market Thursdays at the Truman Waterfront Park
and Sundays "Artisan Market"
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MCSO Animal Farm ; Open Every 2nd and 4th. Sunday Next Two 3/8 & 3/21
5525 College Rd. 305-296-2424
BEHIND THE BADGE : MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF RICK RAMSAY
Please take a look at this 2.5 Minute Video of Our Sheriff; Hit SHERIFF Link. Next Issue : More Great Deeds that Sheriff Ramsay and the MCSO Troops Perform.
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Direct Donate Link Below
24215 Carribean Dr. W., SummerLand Key, Fl. 33042
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AnnaMarie Giordano Life "Drawing Workshop" Every Tuesday at Fort East Martello. 11a-2pm. [email protected] 609-884-3474
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Bahama Village Music Program Director looks back 20 years and forward to March 29 Birthday Bash at Coffee Butler Amphitheater
On Sunday, March 29, 2020 from 12:00pm - 6:00pm, the Bahama Village Music Program invites the public to help them celebrate their 20
th
anniversary with a Birthday Bash at the Coffee Butler Amphitheater-a free, family-friendly day filled with music and performances by Key West's finest musicians and BVMP students, audience jam-alongs, an artisan market, a cash bar, food trucks, a silent auction, a kid's zone, the inaugural presentation of the Key West Music Hall of Fame, and of course, birthday cake.
Throughout the program's two decades, the Bahama Village Music Program has served the community through music, offering over 20,000 free lessons taught by more than a dozen student teachers, professional instructors, and dedicated volunteers to over 2,000 children who could not otherwise afford it.
"BVMP has always been my safe place," says
Program Director Kate Divoll, who began her studies at the then-new program at the age of 7 in 1999. "
I learned patience, humility, and the importance of practice here."
Since then, Divoll has watched the program grow from a storage room with three keyboards to a comprehensive music school with 200 students and two choir programs, two strings programs, a jazz ensemble, a ukulele orchestra, a steel pan band, a musical theatre program, music theory and songwriting classes, the "School of Rock" band, contemporary and Junkanoo dance, and a summer music camp-all of which she now oversees with Executive Director Katchen Duncan.
Divoll schedules and teaches lessons, oversees teenage mentors and their stipends, writes grants, and directs the overall implementation of the program. But just as important to her is tending to each child's social-emotional growth and thesense of community needed to help their self-esteem soar.
"I have given countless hugs, snacks, and pep talks to our students," she says. "The level of trust partnered with a completely free, student-driven music curriculum is something to behold."
Behold the magic of it on Sunday, March 29 at their 20
th
Birthday Bash as they celebrate this important program that has inspired children island-wide to discover the musician within and thank the donors, foundations, and community-members that have supported them over the years.
"We would not be celebrating our 20th year without the kindness and generosity of so many," says Divoll. "A whole-hearted thank you to all that have contributed. Here's to another 20 years!".
For more information and sponsorship opportunities, call Executive Director Katchen Duncan 305.504.7664 or email
[email protected]
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Up Next : We Continue with "Creative Crazy After All These Years" but First
St. Paul's Episcopal Church at 401 Duval St., Key West.
After the concert, enjoy conversation with the artists along with complimentary wine and light fare
Upcoming SCMS Concerts
March 19 at 7pm : An Evening of Strings: With Irie Monte, Pavla Houdkova and Mark Simcox performing Beethoven and Mozart accompanied by Tim Peterson on piano.
April 16 at 7pm : Season Finale: Enjoy Dvořak performed by Irie Monte, Pavla Houdkova, and Mark Simcox accompanied by Ann McFarland on piano.
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Tennessee Williams
Film series at Tropic Cinema included in
Playwright's
month-long Birthday Celebration
Film buffs and Tennessee Williams fans will want to note four
blockbuster films adapted from
Tennessee Williams'
plays which will be presented in March at the Tropic Cinema, 416 Eaton Street, as part of
Key West Art & Historical Society's ongoing Tennessee Williams Birthday Celebration.
Monday, March 2,
6:30pm - 8:00pm,
"Cat on a Hot Tin Roof:"
This
1958 film
was
adapted from Williams' Pulitzer Prize-winning play of the same name
and
was directed by Richard Brooks. It
stars Elizabeth Taylor, Paul Newman, and Burl Ives
and was
nominated for six Academy Awards including Best Picture.
Monday, March 9, 6:30pm - 8:00pm,
"Baby Doll:"
Adapted from Williams'
one-act
play
"
27 Wagons Full of Cotton,"
the controversial 1956 film was produced
and directed
by Elia Kazan
and stars Carroll Baker, Karl Malden and Eli Wallach.
Monday,
March 16,
6:30pm - 8:00pm,
"The Rose Tattoo:"
Adapted by the Tony Award-winning Broadway play of the same name, the 1955
film
was directed by Daniel Mann and stars Anna Magnani and Burt Lancaster. Filmed in Key West,
"The Rose Tattoo"
offers
a unique opportunity to view
the island
as it appeared during the mid-1950s. Its
local premier was held at the San Carlos Institute in 1956.
Monday, March 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm,
"This Property is Condemned:"
Adapted from the 1946 play of the same name, and released in 1966, the film was directed by Sydney Pollack and stars Natalie Wood, Robert Redford and Charles Bronson. Wood was
nominated
for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress
in a Motion Picture.
In recognition of the 100th anniversary of women's suffrage, the
Birthday Celebration's
theme this year is "The Women of Tennessee Williams."
Other
events include a
Sunday, March 1 Tennessee Williams
Museum fundraiser; curator-led tours of the award-winning Tennessee Williams Museum
located
at 513 Truman Ave.;
short story, poetry, and
plein
air painting contests; short story readings at the
museum by Fringe Theater; a March 26 Tennessee Williams birthday party complete with contest award presentations,
prosecco, and birthday cake
to honor the life and accomplishments of the playwright; and special theatrical performances at The Studios of Key West featuring Broadway actors Tandy
Cronyn
and Joel
Vig.
For film tickets, visit
tropiccinema
.com. For information and tickets for all other Tennessee Williams Birthday Celebration events, visit kwahs.org, click 'tickets' or contact KWAHS 305-295-6616.
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"Creative After All These Years"
Ann Irvine, Lynne Fischer, Teresa Willis, Poochie Myers, Sue Sturtevant, Sonia Robinson, & Letty Nowak
"Full Moon Flats Fishing"
"Free School Lane"
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Check their Facebook Page to see where the next few Plogging (Clean Up Events) are.
Thanks City of Key West and Dee Dee Green
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Books and Books at TSKW (Corner Simonton and Eaton)
Visiting Author Events Fridays 6-8PM
March 17 "Writers & Lovers" by Lily King
Please go to their Website and Facebook Page for their complete Schedule
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Hopefully will have a New Anna Sweet Gallery Feature in the next Few Weeks
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Skipper Kripitz and His Musician Friends Spend Much time in Enhancing the Non-Profit Organizations Events with their Music. For this reason I enjoy helping out with Promotion for their Commercial Gigs
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Fri. Feb. 28th@5pm,
KOPAVI, w/ Richard Tazewell, skippo, & Geoff Lowe....
Sun. March 1st@9am, Mata Yoga-w/ Marci Rose & skippo.....
Sun. March 1st@1pm,
Green Parrot Jazz Jam w/ Mike Emerson, Mark Rose, Joe Dallas, & skippo.....
We'll Have a Complete schedule for the gang Next Week
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Maggie Ruley - Island Inspirations
933B Fleming St. 305-304-1013
Once Again will have a Visit to Maggie's Place in the March 9th. Issue
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A New Artist to the Zazoo Family Allison LefCort
A Few New Offerings from Zazoo in the March 9th. Issue ; However why wait visit Jason and James and Spend Hours looking at Hundreds of awesome Items
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March 8 Pianist Natalia Kazaryan 4pm at St. Paul's Church
March 22 Calidore String Quartet at 4pm St. Paul's Church
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This Excellent On-Line Newspaper / Magazine has Hundreds of Local News Features-Photo-Videos and Fantastic Investigative Reporting. Go to their Above Website to see ALL The Updated Features.
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FIRST EVENT OF 2020 "CALL FOR CANDIDATES"
Monday April 13, 2020 at Salute ; I believe it's at 5:30 Networking ; and at 6pm Promptly Starts . All the Candidates have 3 Minutes. When I was running for Mayor in 2016 ; it was 93 Degrees.
The 2020 local elections in Monroe County include State Senate, State and U.S. Representatives, three County Commission seats, Clerk of Courts, Sheriff, Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections, Tax Collector, State Attorney, Public Defender and four judgeships. City of Key West Mayor and three Key West City Commission seats, two Monroe County School Board and two Florida Keys Mosquito Control District seats will also be on the 2020 ballot. Lastly, we will also be voting on the second KEYS Energy Lower Keys representative.
(LINK to FULL LIST)
KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK. I REALLY CAN'T IMAGINE what it would be Like if we did not have Hometown Key West. A Shout Out as well to the Amazing Excellent Work that Board of Election's Joyce Griffin and Her Staff. They Provide Amazing Support to the Candidates and Help to the Voting Citizens
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ENCORE FEATURES FROM THE CITY OF KEY WEST PLUS A NEW ARTICLE FROM ALYSON on Black History Month & Commissioner Lopez / Mayor Johnston
After a 34 career with the Key West Fire Department, Fire Chief Michael Davila was honored at last night's City Commission meeting where he was met with a standing ovation. City Manager Greg Veliz took the opportunity to acknowledge the dedication and commitment that went into such a successful career, not only the series of promotions with their increased levels of responsibility, but the mettle that made those promotions possible. He noted the nights away from family, the responsibility of leadership and of keeping the community safe.
"I've seen a lot of changes over the 34 years of my career, all positive," said Davila. "It's been my honor and privilege to lead such a professional group of guys and women."
Davila noted that he is most proud of attaining a Class One certification for the department, a rating that is not only rare, but brings Key West property owners lower insurance rates.
Commissioner Billy Wardlow - himself a retired Key West Fire Chief called Davila "my main man. Michael taught me a lot and I taught him. He did one hell of a job. Thank you for all you've done for the city."
Wardlow was a captain with the department when Davila came on board.
Veliz then introduced the City's new Fire Chief, Alan Averette, who has been with the department since 1998.
"I am humbled by the titled I'm being honored with," said Averette, "but more so by the caliber of people I'm about to represent. The men and women of the Key West Fire Department are class one and second to none."
In the photo by Alyson Crean : Commissioners Jimmy Weekley and Mary Lou Hoover, Mayor Teri Johnston, City Manager Greg Veliz, retiring Fire Chief Michael Davila, Commissioners Sam Kaufman, Clayton Lopez and Billy Wardlow.
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Contractors began repaving the stretch of Simonton Street from Truman Avenue to Front Street. The project, which is expected to take about six months, will tackle one block at a time, repairing sidewalks, upgrading curb ramps, repaving and re-striping the road.
Work hours will be from 8 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Each block is expected to take two to three weeks to complete. There will be some closures on the affected blocks, but detour routes will be clearly marked. Because work is being conducted just one block at a time, traffic impacts are not expected to be cumbersome.
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District VI City Commissioner Clayton Lopez and Mayor Teri Johnston were the guests today of Commander Valerie V. Littlefield at the Naval Hospital Branch Health Clinic Key West.
The gathering was a luncheon celebrating Black History Month, and Commissioner Lopez spoke about the unique way that black culture has woven the fabric of Key West.
The city boasts a diversity that was rare in the 19th Century. Key West had some of the first black elected and law enforcement officials in the state. He noted the black men who, as part of a city that was a union outpost during the Civil War, enlisted to fight the confederacy. And later, the group of Key Westers who, during WWII, joined an elite squadron of black Marines called the Montford Point Marines. In 1942, they were the first black men to serve in the Marines since the American Revolution.
Lopez talked about the strong faith-based community in Key West, including the Cornish Memorial AME Zion Church, whose founder, Sandy Cornish, was a freed slave and built the still-standing church out of the ribs of former slave ships.
"One of Key West's most famous homegrown successes," noted Lopez, "played a slave in many movies, taught Shirley Temple to dance, and was the most imitated black man ever."
That actor, Lincoln Theodore Monroe Andrew Perry, was better known by his stage name Stepin Fetchit. Lopez noted that, though the Key West-born actor was sometimes frowned upon by activists, Perry broke down barriers that allowed future generations of black actors to flourish beyond bad stereotypes.
Commissioner Lopez concluded by acknowledging the service men and women who made up the audience.
"It doesn't matter what your political beliefs are," he said. "It doesn't matter, what your theological or personal philosophical beliefs are. What matters is that you care. Care enough to make a difference. You, who have chosen to serve are making the grandest contribution to our combined history."
In the photo below by Alyson Crean: Key West Mayor Teri Johnston, Naval Hospital Branch Health Clinic Commander Valerie Littlefield, and Commissioner Clayton Lopez.
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623 Duval St. 305-292-4998
One of the Many Walls from Wyland
Wyland Visits the Key West Gallery Frequently. End of Last Year Michael Cheval made one of his Frequent Visits; You MUST SEE His Art ( Hanging Year Round). Here is their Upcoming Schedule of Visiting Artists
David Miller : 2/27-29 & March 1
Stephen Muldoon : March 6-8
WYLAND SHOWS : March 13 & 14 6P-10P
Michael Cheval : 3/20 - 22
Steve Harlan : 3/27-30
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MCSO Animal Farm (Usually the 2nd & 4th Sundays of the Month) Next Two 3/8 & 3/22
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Thank you for helping us support Monroe County students!
TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE DONATE PAGE HIT THE RED
DONATE
or Mail check to United Way PO Box 2143 KW 33045
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Tickets are on sale now for our 13th annual Spring Social to benefit the animals of the Florida Keys SPCA! Join us for our biggest celebration of the year at the Key West Golf Course on Friday March 20th. VIP tickets include a Champagne Reception starting at 5:30pm before the main event, passed appetizers, a sneak peek at one of the largest silent auctions on the island, reserved seating and VIP
food stations.
Everyone will receive a four star dining experience from Outback Steakhouse and the VIPs will get additional stations provided by Ocean Grill! This year complimentary beer & wine for all will be provided by Florida Beer Brewing Company & La Te Da. Cash liquor bar is available. Rude Girl will be our very special Emcee and Dr. Chris Bensen will be our amazing Auctioneer of the night. Entertainment will be provided by the talented Captain John Ramsteck and Bassman Bill. Parking provided by Florida Keys Community College with an HTA Trolley to bring you back and forth from the event
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Key West Sunset Dinner Cruise. Dine in A/C Large Main Cabin. View Famous KW Sunset from Upper Deck. On-Line Special Not $69 ONLY $59. Adults $59, Children 12 & Under $39.95, & Children 5 & Younger FREE. Includes Tropical Food Buffet with Upper Deck Free Margaritas, Rum Runners, Well Mixed Drinks (Premium Mixed Drinks Extra Cash Bar). Also FREE Champagne & Soft Drinks
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Mall on Duval :
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http://www.keywestnow.org/
216-402-4061 [email protected]
NOW is the largest organization of feminist grass-roots activists in the US. NOW has hundreds of chapters and hundreds of thousands of members and activists in all 50 states. Since its founding 1966, NOW's purpose is to take action through intersectional grassroots activism, to promote feminist ideals, lead societal change, eliminate discrimination, and achieve and protect the equal rights of all women and girls in all aspects of social, political, and economic life.
Key West NOW meetings are held the fourth Wednesday of the month at 5:30 pm at Shanna Key and we welcome your presence.
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MISHA IN THE MORNING
Monday-Wednesday-Friday 7:45 AM
(weather permitting).
An invigorating blend of stretches, dance, Pilates and yoga for the body, mind and spirit for Individuals and Couples. Towels, Mats, Weights, Music & Instruction for ONLY $15. 526 Angela Street at The Gardens Hotel ( Corner Simonton and Angela). 305-294-3381. Ask for Concierge as well if you don't see the Group in the Gardens.
Cabaret
@ d'vine Wine Gallery &
Jazz In The Gardens Schedules
Friday, Feb 28, Michael Robinson, 5-7 pm
Saturday, Feb 29, Bobby Green, 5-7 pm
Sunday,
Mar 1, 5 - 7:30 pm
JaZz In The Gardens
Peter Diamond & Friends!
Cabaret @ d'vine Wine Gallery:
Monday, Mar 2, James King, III, 5-7 pm
Tuesday, Mar 3, Nancy 3. Hoffman, 5-7 pm
Wednesday, Mar 4, Nina Newton, 5-7 pm
Thursday, Mar 5, Nina Newton, 5-7 pm
Friday, Mar 6, Michael Robinson, 5-7 pm
Saturday, Mar 7, Bobby Green, 5-7 pm
Sunday,
Mar 8, 5 - 7:30 pm
JaZz In The Gardens
Scott Marischen & Friends!
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One of the ways to Support Dance Key West is of course Make a Donation to this Truly Deserving Non Profit; and Another Way is "Wine Bingo for Dance Key West" at Vinos 810 Duval St.. Contact Vinos and Dance Key West for their upcoming Events
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717 Love Lane
305-293-9291
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Key West Farmers Market at Truman Waterfront EVERY THURSDAY 9:30A-2:30pm and Key West Artisan Market at Higgs Beach on Selected Sundays
For more information or to participate, contact Sean K at 305.731.3385 or visit facebook kwfarmersmarket
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Allison Rich
Sr. Library Assistant
Monroe County Public Library
700 Fleming Street
Key West, FL 33040
305-292-3595
Last Week's Featured Cafe Con Libros Author was Kenneth Michaels
"How's Prostrate A Cancer Survivor Story (The March 9th Issue will have a Few Additional Photos from This event)
Up Shortly Information on the Key West Library's NEW Event Series "FLORIDA TALKS"
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The Last Few Issues of The Keys Blast from Ed Krane & Friends
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From the Key West Business Guild
808 Duval St. 305-294-4603
Next Mixer 3/25 at The Curry Mansion
. Next Luncheon March 4 at The Marriott Beachfront
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The Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden on Stock Island is seeking volunteers to help with the Nursery, Garden and general office help. No experience necessary and training is provided. Volunteer hours apply toward Community Service for students, City, County & State Programs. For more information contact the Garden office at (305) 296-1504, email [email protected] or go online to https://www.keywest.garden/become-a-volunteer/ to sign up.
ALSO GARDENING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The 15-acre Key West Tropical Forest is seeking volunteers who want learn about our native plants by helping with trimming, weeding, installation, mowing and general maintenance in the Garden. The Garden supplies all tools and gloves. The Garden's nursery is also seeking volunteers who want to learn more about our natives by propagating, transplanting and helping to maintain the 1,500 plants. Volunteers meet in the nursery on Wednesday and Saturday mornings from 9 to noon. For more information, please call 305-296-1504 or email [email protected]. Also visit the website at www.keywest.garden.
The Garden is located at 5210 College Road, on Stock Island, Key West, Florida. For information about visiting the Garden, please visit
www.keywest.garden or call 305.296.1504.
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Q-Magazine from Neil Chamberlain
and Neil's Giving Us a Treat with a Sneak Preview of the March 2020 Cover
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Thanks Bob , Melody, Actors, Directors, Writers , and Crew for the Great Summer Plays
Bob Bowersox XP THEATRE
Click this
XPLink
for more Info.
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The Tennessee Williams Museum Exhibit 513 Truman Ave. 305-204-4527
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The Keys Blast from Ed Krane and Friends uses Constant Contact for our Database Management and Production. It's amazingly Easy and the Customer Support is second to none (With a Tie with Dell).
WWW.CONSTANTCONTACT.COM 866-289-2101
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Click this LINK1 for their Facebook Page
Mill and The Staff Sent Over the February E-Mail Campaign with additional material and added Info. on these Two Above.. Keep up the Great Job. You Must Visit their Environmental Center at 631 Greene Street at the KW Bight Marina (Next to Conch Republic Seafood). Great Displays, Photos, Videos, & Great Info. About Our Oceans and Reefs.
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Please go to their Facebook Pages and Website for Event Listings as well as Great Features
Here is a Video Link about "Car Free Key West & One Spot that they just added more Bike Racks
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The Keys Blast from Ed Krane & Friends are in Many of the Playbills Every Year. Target Market Visibility to an UPSCALE Disposable Income Demographic.
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80th. SEASON VIDEO HIT THIS LINK
407 Wall St. 305-294-5015
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The below Site has Past and Current Issues of The Keys Blast from Ed Krane & Friends
Gracy sends regards and tells us : This website was created to make easier to event goers to find times and dates. Companies can save time and always have updated/available events available to them and their customers. They don't have to search every local news paper to find what they need. They have ready and combined information on one calendar. It's also online and therefore very convenient. Most people are digital nowadays. Another selling point is that the calendar of events will provide useful information that can be used for scheduling. Any company who is having a special event can look at the global calendar and avoid clashing times/dates with other organizations. This also allows them to attract more people to their events by scheduling their own events when other organizations aren't scheduled.
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I'll be Updating the schedule Hopefully Next Week; Of course they have a very extensive and interesting Website..Please go to that for Great Info on ALL the Fascinating Concerts / Events They Have...
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February 29th - Firefall - Show 8pm/Doors 7pm,
March 1st - John Tesh - Show 8pm/Doors 7pm,
March 16th & 17th -Get The Led Out- Show 8pm/Doors 7pm
RamsHead Productions Temptations April 5, 2020
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Key West Sunset Dinner Cruise. Dine in A/C Large Main Cabin. View Famous KW Sunset from Upper Deck. On-Line Special Not $69 ONLY $59. Adults $59, Children 12 & Under $39.95, & Children 5 & Younger FREE. Includes Tropical Food Buffet with Upper Deck Free Margaritas, Rum Runners, Well Mixed Drinks (Premium Mixed Drinks Extra Cash Bar). Also FREE Champagne & Soft Drinks
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We'll have the March 2020 On-Line Magazine "Keys Traveler' and some usual Updated Links to their Website Next Week.
WWW.FLA-KEYS.COM The Tourist Development Council (TDC) does a Great Job in Producing their Website & Monthly E-Mail Campaigns which include their Monthly "Keys Traveler" Hit the website URL as well as the
TRAVELER Link to Bring the February 2020 Materials RIGHT NOW to You
TDC Photo Adventure Link Below
The Florida Keys Council of the Arts and their Connections Project Linking Artists and Galleries Through Out the Keys
I batched these together ; they very well way may be out of the order that the Photos and TDC Features Appear Below
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ONE OF THE TDC'S FEATURED VIDEOS "CONNECTIONS PROJECT FROM THE FLORIDA KEYS
COUNCIL OF THE ARTS
10741 Artists are Stewards on the Keys Natural Worlds
BJ Royster
Claudia Moriarty
BJ Royster
10739 Springtime Family Fun Planned for Island Fest in Islamorada 3/28 & 3/29
10737 Stroll, Sip,and Savor the Artistry of the Keys
10735 The Art of Chocolate : How a Florida Keys Woman Created Confections that Delight
10746 Cow Key Channel Bridge Run Entrants to Vie for Victory in ZERO K Race
10742 : GardenFest to Spotlight KW Tropical Forest & Botanical Gardens
Make sure to check out ALL the TDC Materials ; which Include Photo Galleries, Videos, and Extensive Events and Information Materials. Great Job TDC Staff.
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With Apologies to my MOTE Friends and Readers : I'll Update some recent GREAT E-Mail Links from their Very Informative E-Mails. As You know February is Rough on Us Publishers with the Amazing Amount of Materials that come our way..Plus I am now trying to get the Issues out on Saturdays due to Last Minute promotion of Saturday Events.
MOTE'S Beach Condition Reporting System Expands to the Florida's East Coast
The Beach Conditions Reporting System (BCRS) provides daily updates on waves, currents, water and air temperature, algae and multiple other conditions at 38 beaches, including Lake Worth and 37 Gulf Coast beaches in Southwest Florida and the Panhandle. Each beach is monitored by trained volunteers including lifeguards, park rangers and others coordinated by Mote. Much Additional Info. is in the E-Mail Campaign that this Feature is in ; Click
In the Next Few Issues I'll be Inserting some recent Links from MOTE. You Should go on the website and sign up for their E-Newsletters.
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Carla, Aramis and the Gang send Regards : We are Proud to Feature Florida Keys Artists in Our Tropic Art Gallery. If you're Interested in Exhibiting at The Trop : E-Mail [email protected] and/or 305-396-4944
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HERE IS A PARTIAL LISTING OF THE ART VENUES IN KEY WEST. The Below Galleries & Museums are part of the "Friends" in The Keys Blast from Ed Krane and Friends : Frequent Associate Contributing Editors
FLORIDA KEYS COUNCIL OF THE ARTS BUILDING (GATO CUBAN CIGAR FACTORY) 1100 SIMONTON ST.
623 Duval St. 305-292-4998
New Location "The Annex" 804 White St.
also "By the Bay" 3340 N. Roos. Blvd. #2
1207 Duval Street 305-296-8900
Maggie Ruley - Island Inspirations
933B Fleming St. 305-304-1013
ARTISTS IN PARADISE in BIG PINE KEY
221 Key Deer Blvd., Big Pine Key 305-872-1828
EFFUSION GALLERY (Just Opened July 5) 701 Duval St.
855-469-3729
WWW.LETTYNOWAK.COM Letty's New Gallery "JAG" 1075 Duval Square (Where Doug Mayberry Realty was) Off of Simonton.
830 Fleming St. 305-517-6088
ART@830 830 Caroline St. 305-295-9595
Guild Hall Gallery 614 Duval St. 305-296-6076
Alan Maltz Gallery 1210 Duval St. 305-294-0005
DE LA GALLERY 419 Duval St. 305-395-2210
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We Continue with the KWAHS Distinguished Speaker Series on March 5th. "U-Boats So Close to Home"
Tougias'
two-part multi-media offering features many historic photo slides including ones of the ships, images from both sea rescues and of the key people involved, maps of the action and examines the courage that emerged in many forms in each of the historic events.
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This will be an edge-of-your-seat presentation," says Tougias. "By using slides, I'm able to transport the audience right into the events and give them a "you are there" feel. I even have a slide of
the
U
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boat commander that sank the Heredia and the moment his particular
U-
boat was bombed
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A prolific and versatile writer who has published 30 books in almost every category including history, young adult, humor, nature, and historical fiction, Tougias is best known for his survival-at-sea books which include "A Storm too Soon," "Rescue of the Bounty," "Fatal Forecast," and "The Finest Hours."
"I became interested in survival-at-sea when I learned about a sea rescue and tragedy off the coast of Massachusetts during the great Blizzard of 1978," he says. "I knew I had a great subject because a marine radio operator on land recorded every message from the boats in distress that night."
The result was his book "Ten Hours Until Dawn," which was later selected by the American Library Association as one of the top books of the year.
His passion for history and true survival stories prompted "U-boats So Close to Home," which he cowrote in 2013 with Boston Globe journalist Alison O'Leary, interviewing the boy (by then, 81) featured in the story and gathering source material.
"The research was incredibly exciting, especially finding the diary of the U-boat Commander who sank the ship the family was on," he says. "That way we were able to tell the story from both perspectives."
Tougias also gives inspirational presentations for business groups and colleges sharing what he has learned from survivors and rescuers about overcoming adversity, making sound decisions, and leadership. He will be on hand after the presentation to sign his books, all of which will be available for purchase.
Distinguished Speaker Series presentation tickets are $5 for KWAHS members, $10 for non-members, and are available at kwahs.org, click 'tickets." Early ticket purchase is recommended. Sponsored by the Helmerich Trust, Southernmost Beach Resort, and the State of Florida Division of Cultural Affairs. For more information, contact
Kassandra Collette at 305-295-6616 x 114
. Your Museums. Your Community. It takes an Island.
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Key West Art & Historical Society welcomes New York Times bestselling author Michael Tougias as Distinguished Speaker Series guest at Old City Hall, 510 Greene Street, on Thursday, March 5, beginning at 6:00pm. Tickets can be reserved at kwahs.org click 'tickets'.
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