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Sunday, January 17, 2021

Keys Blast from Ed Krane & Friends January 18, 2021

 

THE KEYS BLAST FROM ED KRANE AND FRIENDS
JANUARY 18, 2021

We start off each Issue with our Lead Tease Photos (Each Photo will Represent a Feature in this Issue). Above ; Our Weekly Travels Around the World in Photographs : Galapagos Islands Ecuador, Then Bill and Linds'a Photographic Journey around the Country with this week's : Mic Night at Andy's Cabana in Key West and Photos from (Southern Serengati Tanzania,) Also Above in this Issue : We Start Pt 1. from One of our Favorite You-Tube Content Provider "World Review" "Celebrities and Stars 1970s-1980s Then & Now" Vol. 27. Photos Below : Representing Features in this Issue January 18, 2021 : Monroe Countie's Weekly Section (This Week Lt. Porfirto"Tony" Araque Awarded), Frank from Soprafina Gallery in Boston Tells us about a New Exhibition (Below: "Contemplation" 20 X 20 from 2017 Eva Navarro Acrylic on Linen. Pleased to Annouce that Michael Palmer started his latest Exhibition at the GingerBread Square Gallery (Below is "Patio Party" Acrylic & Ink on Canvas from 30 X24) runs 1/11-1/21, Next Feature in the 1-18-2021 Issue is Priscilla Coote (Painting Classes 1/21 & 22) + in this Issue a Feature on her works, ( Below : "Colorful Arrangements" 9 X 12 Gouache), WWW.GROOVYHISTORY.COM
We Continue now with Part 1 of 4 Rarely Seen Photographs Captured More Than You Already Know :
Colorized historical photos by One of our Favorite Assciate Contributor Editors Jacob Shelton (More on Jacob Next Week),
Amazon has a few RESPIRATORS left that are top quality that should be selling for Hundreds ( Perhaps Over Production). WWW.ABSOLUTELYAMAZINGEBOOKS.COM now more then ever so needed to get us Books ( On-Line Versions and Hardcopy) with Hundreds of Titles Many from Local Authors, Our Weekly The City of Key West Section (This Week Featuring the Annual 2020 City Report + Just out a Survey you can Fill Out + Timely Events We Feature inc. "Boys and Girls Club" & Keys Area Health Education Area"), Also in this Issue Our Weekly Monroe County Section, Gifts from Sarah and Mark (Shade Ceremics & Shutter Photography) with Ease of going into their Boutique Size Gallery on Upper White St. as well as On-Line Curbside PU, The Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory. GingerBread Square Art Gallery / Adele Sent Us the 2021 Schedule of Visiting Artists, Daashia Cochran-GianCarlo Espinosa-Skipper Kripitz-Ellen Cherry-Alaen Ledesma Fernandez-Lothar Speer & Larry Baeder. The Key West Art Center & Gallery has 3 Artists in January Presenting Painting Classes : Lothar Speer-Karen Beauprie & Priscilla Coote. Photos of the Features talked about above are explained
directly below and then I'll have more Verbiage and Photos of Additional Features.


The Next Batch of Photos Representing Many of the Features in this January 18.th. 2021 Issue : FKSPCA Presents Animals in the Lower Keys for Adoption (Dog Below : "AKI" 6YO Female Welsh Springer Mix), Pt.1 from Popular You-Tube Content Provider "Perfect Life" "Historic Photos You Should Have Seen Yesterday V47", A Tour of the Key West Art & Historical Society Venues WWW.KWAHS.ORG ,
Zazoo Photographic & Iconic Art an Amazing Collection of Memorabilia,
Artists Jeff Vermeeren visited The Key West Art Gallery & We Present a Few of His Works, WWW.KWLS.ORG Presents "Old Town Literary Walking Tours", MOTE-REEF RELIEF-KW WILDLIFE CENTER- ECO DISCOVERY CENTER-FKSPCA- DR. DAVID VAUGHAN'S "PLANT A MILLION CORALS-KEY WEST TROPICAL FOREST & BOTANICAL GARDEN-FWC & Additional Eco-Nature-Animal-Wildlfe Features. Also This Week in the Jan. 18th. Issue : Info. from The Key West Poetry Guild, WWW.TSKW.ORG (The Studios of Key West) Present so Many Events-Exhibitions-Classes & Additional Presentations. GingerBread Square Art Gallery & Adele Sent Us the 2021 Schedule of Visiting Artists, Info. on The Truman WaterFront Farmers Market, The Updated Schedule for the Cabaret d'vine and the Gardens Hotel, Pt. 2 of this Week's City of Key West Featuring Events Coming Up This Week inc. MLK EventsA Very Rare Bird "Red Legged Thrush" Can still be seen at the KW Trop. Forest & Bot. Garden, The South Florida Symphony Orchestra Present ALL of January "Virtual Concerts" (Below World Renowned Russian Concert Pianist Svelana Smolina, Dr. John "Jack" Norris Produces almost everyday Brief Informative Videos on the Pandemic & We Have his Entire Catalog, Roberta DePiero and Reef Perkins go on a far away Floridian Road Trip and capture some awesome Images Pt. 1 of 3, Thanks to Mandy Miles & the Other Great Writers with The Weekly Publications, WWW.THEBLUEPAPER.COM, & Konk Life, Also in this Issue : Our "Crisis Center Section" and So Many Additional Features..Thanks to the Hundreds of Associate Contributing Editors that send us Material & Thanks for Reading. Have an Outstanding Week. Ed.

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Jan 17th 9a-1p Intro to Soap Making with Angela Berube
Jan 18th & 19 KW Rooftops with David Douglas 9:30a-3:30p

THE KEYS BLAST FROM ED KRANE AND FRIENDS
January 18, 2021, going out to 7817 Weekly.


The Weekly "CRISIS INFORMATION CENTER" Feature has Grown Large in Order to keep you Well Informed from
The City of KW , Monroe County, KWPD, One Clean Island (OCI), MCSO, CDC, SOS, Key West Recovers, & Other Very Important Local & National Organizations. This Info. will now APPEAR Every Week as a PART 2 LINK at the Very End of Each Part 1 Issue. Much of the Material could be weeks/months old..but is Valuable Reference Material.
ALSO IN PART 2 : Extensive Listings of Many Websites from Local Organizations that have Contributed Features the Last 8 Years + Most of the Art Gallery Websites + Many Local Entertainment Videos + Classic Music Videos. EDITOR'S NOTE : At the Very Bottom of this Issue are 2 Larger Articles 1) From CDC 10/22: Covid-19 Exposure & CDC Updated Suggestions.
2) 12/5 Potential Way of Distributing and Tracking the Vaccines. Although the Articles are weeks old; the Info. provided is very valuable
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WE ALWAYS START OUR ISSUES OFF WITH EXTREMELY IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION and Updates from The City, The County, MCSO, KWPD, & OCI (One Clean Island), Key West Recovers & Others

KEY WEST EDITOR OF THE KEY WEST WEEKLY MANDY MILES
Alyson Crean
Communications Manager
City of Key West
Work: 305-809-1058
Cell: 305-797-0417

Jason & Kate Kohler Owners of The Weekly WWW.KEYSWEEKLY.COM 305-743-0844 Jason@Keysweekly.com
Guy DeBoer Sailor Extraordinaire and Owner & Editor of the Konk Publications WWW.KONKLIFE.COM 305-296-1630 Info@Konklife.com
Nadine Orr Grossman Wears Many Hats ; and she and staff (Lindsey-Trevor-and many additional Volunteers & Contributing Companies) for the newley formed KEY WEST RECOVERS has complied many Links /Assistance and Each week growing. Here is just a few PRIMARY / IMPORTANT LINKS that gives a wealth of Information : Nadine Tells Us "Inserted is our resource sheet – it’s a great start for Free & Low Cost resources. Visit KeysHelp.org for the United Way & FKOC’s application for assistance and their Resource guide or the City’s Web Page
info@keyshelp.org for human service needs. nadene@wevegotthekeys.com to reach me –for general and business questions." Additional Info. for . "We've Got the Keys" Further Down in this Issue. Once again please click the Above Links for an amazing amount of of useful Information.
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Covid-19 Call Center 24/7 1-866-7796121 E-Mail Covid-19@FLHEATH.GOV
http://monroe.floridahealth.gov/about-us/index.html


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WWW.AFSP.ORG/KEYWEST Suicide Prevention Information Key West "Out of the Darkness" Contact Commissioner Mayor Lou Hoover
HERE IS A CDC SUICIDE INFORMATION & PREVENTION LINK
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IMPORTANT COVID-19 MATERIAL
I was able to speak with a few people at various Departments and I feel assured that some websites will be up and running again in a matter of days; and some will be up for the the first time in the next few days / weeks. I get a good feeling that we are close to the end of where Vaccines will be in full distribution to everyone Soon. The Websites listed below seems to be very good and will give much information; Including Sub Menus that will cover much.


FROM THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH : MONROE COUNTY COVID-19 Call Center 24/7 305-293-7500 . 1-866-779-6121 and/or E-Mail COVID-19@FLHEALTH.GOV.

Here is a very informatiove Somewhat Up to Date
Site from the Monroe County Health Department
https://www.monroecounty-fl.gov/1169/COVID-19

 Please monitor Monroe.flhealth.gov. A press release will also be issued when the website and hotlines are ready for Info. on Signing Up for Vaccines. These will not be released until more vaccines arrive in the county.

A Fast Thank You to Juliana Waynick at the Florida Dept of Health Monroe County and
Alison Kerr, MPH Health Education Program Consultant/Public Information Officer Florida Department of Health in Monroe County | Alison.Kerr@flhealth.gov




AMAZON HAS A $50 RESPIRATOR FOR SALE.. I do believe they usually cost way more but perhaps they over estimated demand; below is the link.


STEPHANIE LEONE RIVAS OF (OCI) ONE CLEAN ISLAND ; She has done amazing Interviews using questions that she and staff gathers ; as well as making it extremely easy for her readers to send in questions before the interviews.. Stephanie also Posts a Large Amount & Extremely Important Information on her / OCI Facebook Sites.
Stephanie and the Staff Posted a Few Weeks Ago on their Facebook a Look Back at the Last Few Months of Posts-Videos-Tags, Charts and so Much Great Information..Thanks OCI for all the Great Work You Do.
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Below The Mayor's January 8th Video Message. Here is the Link


and here is a VERY IMPORTANT : CITY OF KEY WEST STATE OF LOCAL EMERGENCY DIRECTIVE 2020-20 LINK


BELOW IS MAYOR'S VIDEO FROM DEC. 18, 2020; that still has Important Info.

Just a Few Points Mayor Johnston Brings out in her Dec 18 Video :
Catholic Charities 305-292-9720, Sister Season 305-304-9828, United Way WWW.KEYSHELP.ORG. Florida Keys Outreach Coalition for the Homeless WWW.FKOC.ORG

Here is Paul Menta's FB Page for Important Info and Resource Guides; and Info about the Key West First Rum NYE Auction for Samuels House

Donate now link


On Sat. Jan 16 The South Florida Symphonyn Orchestra had their First Virtual Concert and it will be avaialbe to you for the next week by following these directions :


HOW TO ACCESS THE CONCERT:
STEP 1: Click the red button below to watch the concert anytime for the next 7 days

STEP 2: After you click the button above : enter the following password (all CAPS, no spaces): CELLO2021
STEP 3: Enjoy the concert! It will begin to play on its own at 8pm. Please join the Maestra and the artists in the chat during and after the concert.
Hopefully this will work; but if not go to their Facbook and Website Pages,
WWW.KEYWESTARTCENTER.COM 301 Front St. 305-294-1241

Priscilla Coote has On-Line Zoom Classes Promoted by the Key West Art Center on January 21 and 22 from 9:30am-12:30pm. There will be much additional Information in a Section further down that will also have additional Paintings from Priscilla.

Plein Air Blues 12 X 16 Oil on Linen
Study For Outgoing Tide 12 X 16 Oil on Linen
Happy Horizons 18 X 24 Oil on Canvas
Tropical Showers Shores 30 X 40 Oil on Linen
Cocktails at Hemingway’s. Gouache with Archival Varnish. 12 x 16″

More from Priscilla Coote and Her Painting Classes via Zoom Presented by The Key West Art Center WWW.KEYWESTARTCENTER.COM (She has a Few Paintings at the KWAC Year Round. IMPORTANT NOTE : Priscilla Coote has been hanging for many years with Many Larger Paintings at Gallery on Greene.
WWW.GALLERYONGREENE.COM 606 Greene St.

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1207 Duval Street 305-296-8900

We Now Present Michael Palmer's Works....ALL HIS WORKS shown in these two weeks January 11 and January 18 will be Acrylic & Ink on Canvas.

Morning Shore 20 X16 2,000
High Farm-Low Tide 12 X12 $K
Sad Jester 12 X 8 $750
The Love Letter (Sold) 12 X 18 $750

More from Michael Palmer Up Shortly Including a Few Paragraphs that Adele wrote on Michael

WWW.ZAZOOARTGALLERY.COM  622 Duval 305-294-8925
Celebrates Elvis Presley 85th Birthday, Celebrates receiving NEW Iconic KISS, Keith Richards and Bruce Springsteen Photographs.

In celebration of what would have been Elvis Presley's 85th Birthday Last Week - we present a selection 
of fine art pieces available for purchase.

' Follow That Dream ' 

Artwork TM & © The Don Oriolo Collection,  Inc. 
© ABG EPE IP LLC 


If you know Elvis, you know that Elvis Presley loved motorcycles.
Artist Don Oriolo shares Elvis' passion in his classical depiction of  " The King " on his Harley Davidson. Presented as a limited edition of only 25 fine art prints on canvas. Hand signed by the artist, Don Oriolo.
Measures approx 32" x 24" gallery wrapped.
Gallery price only $995. 
ORIGINAL IS ALSO AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
Additional Elvis Paintings and Iconic Photographs will be Up Shortly in This Issue


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Key West Gallery
601 Duval Street
Key West, FL 33040
305-292-9339 • info@keywestgallery.com

JEFF VERMEEREN Was Recently at his New Gallery in Key West ; go to their website to see much of his work; with just a few of his works in this Issue
More Photos from Jeff Vermeeren at Key West Gallery Up Shortly
The Tennessee Williams Poetry and Short Story Contests are on for 2021! No theme, but must pertain to Williams in some regard; plays, characters, poetry, art, relationships, on and on..., Deadline: Sunday, March 7, 2021, Poetry: No more than 30 lines, Short Story: 1400- 4000 words. $10 entry fee. First place: $400. Second place: $200.  Info will be posted on Key West Art and Historical website, Jan 17. www.kwahs.com

https://www.facebook.com/keywestbotanicalgarden
5210 COLLEGE RD. 305-296-1504
Info@KeyWest.Graden
Secretary@Keywest.Garden
Mmcrae@KeyWest.Garden
Contact : Misha McRAE
              
The Latest from KWBGS and their Visiting rarely Seen Bird in this Region; Still Sightings as of Jan.15, 2021 Go their Usual Weekly Spot to see more Info.
 
Red Legged Thrush is Popular Attraction at the Key West Tropical Forest
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PART 1 of One of our favorite You-Tube Content Provider "PERFECT LIFE" & "Historical Photos that you should have seen Yesterday Vol.47"
We Continue with PART 1 of One of our favorite You-Tube Content Provider "PERFECT LIFE" & "Historical Photos that you should have seen Yesterday Vol.47" Up Shortly.
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WWW.FKSPCA.ORG Info@Fkspca.org
5711 College Rd. KW, Fla., 33040 305-294-4857
Tiffany, Tammy, Anima, Jane and the entire Crew at the FKSPCA WWW.FKSPCA.ORG Send Regards and remind you to check out their ADOPTION area on their website https://fkspca.org/adopt/. They sent over 6 MORE Animals for Adoption Below is "Loki" a 4 Year Male Terrier Mix; there are 5 additional photos of Animals for Adoption in our Magazine ; Up Shortly. I also Included the 6 Animals that we had in the January 4th. Issue; and here is the Link for January 11th Issue with Additional Animals for Adoption https://conta.cc/3ql0Rfp
The Janaury 25th Issue will have a Lead Feature from Liz Acar; well known in Key West for her Social Media and Great Photography WWW.LIZACAR.COM https://www.facebook.com/liz.acar/about
LIZACAR@GMAIL.COM

533 Eaton St. 305-296-0458


HERE IS THE LINK TO THE PAGE ON TSKW WEBSITE TO SEE ALL THE WORKS FROM THE RECENT WINTER MEMBERS EXHIBITION AND SALE
PLUS
ALSO MUCH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FROM THE STUDIOS OF KEY WEST IN THEIR USUAL LARGE SECTION



YELLOW SUBMARINE by THE BEATLES
The Above Link will have the Video to this Classic Tune and here are 2 Sections with Still Photos. The January 11th. Issue had 4 Sections of Still Photos from the Video. Here is the Link https://conta.cc/3ql0Rfp
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Part 1 of 4
Rarely Seen Photographs Captured More Than You Already Know
Written by Jacob Shelton
This collection of rarely seen photographs capture a different side to history than you already know...with the advancement of modern technology, the photos from the past reveal more than we ever original expected to see.  
Take a closer look...now that they’re rendered in gorgeous color they’re no longer just photographs, but fully fledged true life moments in time. This personally selected collection of vintage photos that have been transformed from black and white to color will show you what life was really like in the past.
When black and white photos are colorized the process doesn’t just change the way they look, it adds a level of detail that puts everything into a different perspective.
Every one of those beautiful colorized photos has to be seen to be believed, but not all of the stories are suitable for all eyes… view these snapshots with discretion. 
No longer bound by the constraints of black and white, these gorgeous color photos capture more than expected.

Circus performer Harriet Hodgini, sits on the gate of a truck helping Otto Griebling, a circus clown, apply his makeup, 1935
There’s a camaraderie amongst circus performers. Not only do you have the same job, but you’re on the road together for months out of the year. You become one another’s family, so when someone asks you to help them put their makeup on you don’t even think about it, you just do it.
We don’t know much about Harriet Hodgdini, although she comes from a circus family. Her father was Albert Hodgdini, one of the members of the Houdini family circus troupe as well as the originator of "the Original Miss Daisy" with Ringling Brothers. The man she’s making up is Otto Griebling, one of the four clowns to receive the title “Master Clown.” Griebling actually studied under Hodgini’s father after coming to the U.S. from Germany.
By 1935 Griebling’s act was less high flying thanks to a back injury that suffered mid-stunt. From then on he performed as a silent tramp clown as he continued his time with the Hodgini family.
Seeing a vision of the old circus days is enough to make our hearts flutter. When you could toss down a few bits and see some of the world’s most outrageous performers. There were all manner of tents, snacks, and some times animals, it was truly an amazing sight to behold.

Look closer, the sign reads: WEAR A MASK OR GO TO JAIL. Spanish flu, California 1918..
In 1918, a horrific pandemic spread across the world. It affected the respiratory functions of everyone who caught it and could be spread through particles in the air - no one was safe. Sound familiar?
This colorized photo looks as if it could be taken today, from the masks down to the shoes - maybe not the hats. As frightening as these uncertain times can be, it’s comforting to know that our ancestors have been through it all before and survived. If they could do it then we can do it to.
During the pandemic of 1918 and 1919 people were asked to wear masks and keep away from one another as it was the only way to insure safety. That being said, there were plenty of people who ignored this rule - some of them even ended up in prison.

American troops on board a landing craft heading for the beaches at Oran in Algeria during Operation 'Torch,' November 1942
Even though these brave men are floating into an uncertain future it’s clear that they’re in high spirits. Operation Torch was a plan to draw Axis forces away from the Eastern Front in order to give the members of the Soviet army a break from battling the Axis.
At the time the British didn’t want Americans to land in Europe, they thought it would be disastrous for the war to do so in such early stages. The members of the Allies compromised and the Americans landed in Northern Africa.
Thanks to Operation Torch American and British forces finally had the offensive following three years of German and Italian forces dictating the tempo of events.
The always stunning Marilyn Monroe has never looked better than when she’s in full color. As a rising star in Hollywood in the early ‘50s Monroe scintillated with her trademark look of platinum blonde hair, pale skin, bright red lips, and a beauty mark. Close your eyes, isn’t that what you think of when you think about Monroe?
Her looks were such a topic of conversation that she practically created the concept of the blonde bombshell. Following her performance in Niagara young women started bleaching their hair and trying to find the perfect form fitting outfit.
Even though Marilyn’s mantra was “gentlemen prefer blondes,” she was actually a natural brunette. Her scalp must have been constantly on fire. 
A black woman watches as robed Klansmen walk in downtown Montgomery, Alabama, prior to a cross burning rally that night, November 24, 1956
How horrible this must have been for this woman to witness. In the 1950s the south was a hot bed of racist activity, but Alabama was an especially difficult place to be for people of color.
At the time Klan members were open about their membership to such a gross group, and did everything they could to terrorize anyone who wasn’t a white man. It’s so upsetting to think about the ways they oppressed people simply by existing.
Even though the Civil Rights movement brought an end to the Jim Crowe south, racism will always be a sad part of life - thankfully we don’t have to deal with guys like these walking around town anymore.
Mark Twain was actually a redhead, taken in 1870
We should have known that when Mark Twain said, “While the rest of the species is descended from apes, redheads are descended from cats,” that something was up. More often than not photos of Twain show him as a wily, white haired elder statesman of the written word, but this photo supposes that he was actually a ginger.
It’s fascinating to think that such a small detail can change the way we think about a person, especially an extremely important historical figure. When black and white photos are colorized it adds an entirely new level of detail that puts life into an entirely different perspective. What do you think Twain would think of seeing himself like this?
 
Up Shortly in this Issue More of: Part 1 of 4
Rarely Seen Photographs Captured More Than You Already Know
Written by Jacob Shelton

Mote's annual Special Lecture Series is going virtual! 
Mote scientists are excited to share their world-class research with you during our Special Lecture Series on Monday evenings in January 2021! This year includes four amazing talks about frontiers in aquaculture, the mitigating Florida red tide, sea turtle population dynamics, and the mysteries of chemical communication.
Each lecture is a live, virtual video presentation through YouTube. Guests who sign into their YouTube accounts can submit questions for the Q&A session at the end.
Advance registration is required. Tickets are $10 ($5 for Mote Members). More information and ticket purchase is available at mote.org/lecture. 

Mote's 2021 Special Lecture Series is presented by Community Foundation of Sarasota County and Fiduciary Wealth Advisors. 
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WWW.KEYWESTARTCENTER.COM 301 Front St. 305-294-1241



THREE NEW CLASSES OFFERED FROM THE KEY WEST ART CENTER AND GALLERY. We'll show you ALL 3 in 3 seperate Sections in this Issue : First Karen Beauprie, Then Lothar Speer, & Then Priscilla Coote

FINDING YOUR VOICE IN WATERCOLORS
Karen Beauprie
January, February & March, 2021
Via Zoom

Karen Beauprie’s class “Finding Your Voice in Watercolors” will be held online using the Zoom application on Tuesdays, January 5 through March 23, 2021. This course is open to anyone with a working knowledge of basic watercolor techniques. Each week the class will study and apply the elements and principles of design through instructor demonstrations, individual projects and homework assignments. Weekly critiques by fellow students and instructor are included in this exciting workshop. Students must have their own supplies. All classes will be held online through the Zoom application. Invitations will be sent to each registered student two days prior to the first class of each month. If you have questions, please call Karen at (847) 687-2667.
Class size: Limited to 12 students
Class Fee: $100.00 Per Month (Individual classes are not available for purchase.) January 5, 12, 19 & 26
February 2, 9, 16 & 23
March 2, 9, 16 & 23
Hours: 10 :00 AM - 12:00 Noon
To register, please call the Key West Art Center & Gallery at (305) 294-1241 or go online to keywestartcenter.com.

631 Greene St. 305-294-3100, REEFRELIEF.ORG ,

Thank you to our Members and Online Community for your support through 2020. If you would like to make a year-end donation to Reef Relief, please visit us at www.reefrelief.org/act/donate. Have a happy and safe new year!
623 Duval St. 305-292-4998
Pushing Back Another Feature from Wyland Presenting Another One of their Many Year Round Artists to the January 25th. Issue... In a few of the December Issues We've Featured the Works of Wyland. Click these two Issue Links and/or simply go to their Website
December 14 : https://conta.cc/3qSIMGo

HERE IS A PARTIAL LISTING OF VISITNG ARTISTS THAT HANG YEAR ROUND; A COMPLETE SCHEDULE IS IN THEIR WEEKLY SECTION SECTION FURTHER DOWN
Wyland Gallery Key West is pleased to host:

Jim Warren: January 22-23-24. Friday 6pm-10pm, all other days 10am to close
Stephen Harlan: January 29-30-31. daily 10am to close
February 2021
 
Steve Barton: February 5-6-7-8-9
daily 10am to close. Krystiano DaCosta: February 12-13
daily noon to close. Michael Cheval: February 19-20-21
daily 10am to close. WYLAND: February 26 & 27
Friday & Saturday 6pm to 10pm. Walfrido Garcia: February 25-26-27-28
Thursday 6pm-10pm, all other days 10am to close

THE ENTIRE REST OF THE 2021 VISITING WYLAND GALLERY ARTISTS CONTINUES FURTHER DOWN IN THIS ISSUE IN THEIR USUAL WEEKLY FEATURE

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SOPRAFINAGALLERY
55 Thayer Street
Boston, MA 02118
617.728.0770


We are opening the New Year with work that we hope you find
colorful, positive and uplifting. It's paintings by Eva Navarro and Rose Umerlik. a lives and works in Madrid. Her work evokes an emotional response and uses human motion or interaction in a creative way.

Please see our website for gallery hours and details regarding current visiting practices. And give us a call if you have any questions....Thank you. Frank Roselli. SOPRAFINA GALLERY
617.728.0770.. The First 6 are from EVA NAVARRO and ALL are Acrylic on Linen

"WELCOME" by Eva Navarro Acrylic on Linen : 2017. 38 X 64 $6500
"VIVA" 39.5 X 28.7 $5300 2011
"ENTERRING THE HOUSE OF MY DREAMS 39 X 32 $5800 2017
"STEP BY STEP 31.5 X 31.5 $4500 2010
"LONG SHADOWS" 23.5 X 23.5 $2600 2011
"CONTEMPLATION" 20 X 20 $2400 2017

Due to Downsizing Problems Only could show 1 Piece from Rose Umerlik (Please go to Soprafina Website to see additional Works; The One I could Cop is called :
"Systems" by Rose Umerlik Oil and Graphite :2017. 28 X 44 $3500
Roberta DePiero's Photographic Journeys around KW & Stock Island Shooting ALL THE GREAT SITES ; went for a far away Floridian Drive with Reef Perkins; and shot some very awesome images.


Click this Link for Addition Information and for Reservations

From Arlo Haskell Executive Director
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The Last Few Issues We've Had a Feature on Funny Photos : People posing Next to Statues. If you go to the Section where we have past Issue Links; Click the last 3 or 4 Issues . Here is the Last Issue that had many of these Photos January 11 https://conta.cc/3ql0Rfp
PART 1 :One of our Favorite You Tube Content Provider "WORLD REVIEW" Presents "Celebrities /Stars of the 1970s and 1980s Then and Now" Vol.27

JOHN TURTURRO
ROSEANNE BARR
ROBIN LEACH
LINDA HUNT
TILDA SWINTON
]CHERYL TIEGS

Due to Space and Time Constraints More WORLD REVIEW "THEN AND NOW for Celebreties /Stars of the 1970s and 1980s V27"; In the January 25th, 2021 Issue
1207 Duval Street 305-296-8900


Adele Mentions that GingerBread Square Gallery Gift Certificates are Available

GINGERBREAD SQUARE GALLERY
2021 SHOW SCHEDULE
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JANUARY 11th - MICHAEL PALMER
JANUARY 25th - REBECCA BENNETT & JOHN WHITNEY
FEBRUARY 8th - NYLA WITMORE & CHRISTOS CALIVAS
FEBRUARY 22nd - PAM FOLSOM & TODD BONITA
MARCH 8th - GABRIELLA FIABANE & ERIC ANFINSON
MARCH 22nd -JANE WASHBURN & JANET MUELLER
APRIL 5th - BILL FARNSWORTH & ANASTASIA DUKHANINA
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WWW.GARDENSHOTEL.COM 526 Angela St. 305-294-2661

Complete Entertainment Schedule in the Hotel and the Cabaret d'vine Wine Bar/Gallery Up Shortly in their usual Weekly Section
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Our Weekly "Around the World in Photographs in this Issue January 18th. 2021 Features


The blue-footed booby is a marine bird native to subtropical and tropical regions of the eastern Pacific Ocean. It is one of six species of the genus Sula – known as boobies. It is easily recognizable by its distinctive bright blue feet, which is a sexually selected trait. Males display their feet in an elaborate mating ritual by lifting them up and down while strutting before the female. The female is slightly larger than the male and can measure up to 90 cm long with a wingspan up to 1.5 m.
 
Blue-footed booby in the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
The bird in our image is getting a bit of a foot bath among the volcanic rocks on the shore of Bartolomé Island, one of the Galapagos Islands off the coast of Ecuador. Once this bit of rest is over, the blue-footed booby may leave its perch to glide over the waters of the Pacific, until it spots a school of sardines, anchovies, or other small fish. In a flash, the bird will dive from the air, fold in its wings, and shoot under the ocean’s surface like a missile.

And those famous feet? Pigments called carotenoids are in the fish that blue-footed boobies eat. If the feet are vibrant blue, the booby is eating well—and more likely to find a mate, settle down, and maybe raise some chicks.



 
More of the Blue-footed booby & the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador; and Other Common Birds to the Area; Up Shortly

WWW.COCCOANDSALEM.COM  1111Duval St. 305-292-0072

The December 14th Issue Had A Feature on a few Items at Cocco and Salem ; Click the December 14th Issue Link / and Click their website : Better Yet Visit Jim and Dan in Person



WWW.GALLERYONGREENE.COM 606 Greene St.
Nance sends us information about their Latest Exhibition by Peter Vey in their usual Section Up Shortly



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ALYSON CREAN CITY OF KEY WEST COMMUNICATIONS
Alyson Crean
Communications Manager
City of Key West
Work: 305-809-1058
Cell: 305-797-0417


The City of Key West released the 2020 Annual Report, giving the community an insight to the accomplishments of City government over the past year throughout the various departments.
The electronic report is available on the City’s home page at www.cityofkeywest-fl.gov
This is the 11th year that the Annual Report has been an electronic edition. That means a “green” report and an important savings of precious taxpayer dollars. However, if anyone is unable to access the electronic report, the City can supply a print copy: Just contact Public Information Officer Alyson Crean at 305-809-1058.

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What do you see for the future of Key West? How should elected and City officials prioritize what needs to be done to enhance our island? The City of Key West has begun its strategic planning process, and we need everyone in the community to help.
That’s why we’ve created a survey to better hear every voice in the community as we look forward. This anonymous survey will help shape the priorities for the 2021-2023 Strategic Plan.
The survey is available on the City’s website, or via this direct link: https://www.research.net/r/9LRFTZH
We ask everyone to please weigh in. Your voice matters!

PHOTO 1 BELOW
A new day for the Boys and Girls Club! Congratulations on the renovations of their Bayview Park facility.

PHOTO 2 BELOW
Mayor Teri Johnston and Assistant City Manager Patti McLauchlin, on behalf of the City of Key West, presented the Keys Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) with a check for over $171,000 for rapid Covid-19 testing.
The money is a portion of the $1.3 million reimbursement from Monroe County for a portion of the losses experienced due to the pandemic. During last week’s City Commission meeting, the Commission voted unanimously to reach out to social services to try and put the money where it is needed most. In addition to the rapid tests, portions of the money will be used for rental assistance, utilities, food, medical, and other essential needs. United Way of Collier and the Keys, along with the Sister Season Fund, will oversee the distribution of these funds.
AHEC Executive Director Michael Cunningham said that the 3,000 tests have arrived and will begin being deployed today. Free rapid testing crucial for anyone who has been exposed and cannot afford to wait for a swab test.
According to Cunningham, the free rapid tests are available for residents of Key West and employees of businesses licensed in the city. In order to find the locations for the tests, visit www.keysahec.org and click on “Key West Rapid Tests.” Appointments are strongly encouraged.

One Additional Section from The City of Key West Up Shortly
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Here is our Weekly Feature from Bill and Linda Klipp Providing Images from around the Country and the Worl ( as in This Issue)

Photos by: Bill Klipp

©All Contents All Rights Reserved Bill Klipp 2020

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Photo thx to our favorite African Safari Guide, Russell Gammon

A very reputable organization that makes a difference in preserving some of the planet's most valuable natural resources. Please lend them your support. Thanks
— with Linda Klipp.

Bill Klipp on safari in Southern Serengeti, Tanzania.
Photo by Russell Gammon, World Wildlife Journeys

On Safari in the Southern Serengeti, Tanzania. Photo by Russell Gammon -- World Wildlife Journeys


The very rambunctious Mockingbirds of Isla Isabella, Galapagos

Photo by Linda
Bill with an Icelandic Pony in the Westman Islands Iceland
— in Westman Islands.

Compliments and Copyright by Jennifer Davidson © 2013
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Photos by: Bill Klipp
Check out our online Photo Website at: http://www.KeyWestPhotos.me
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More from Bill & :Linda on This Photographic Journay Up shortly; (Photos from Key West and Andy's Cabana's Open Mic Night) ALSO GO TO LAST WEEK'S ISSUE to see the January 11, 2021 Feature that they did on KiteBoarding. https://conta.cc/3ql0Rfp

More of the Blue-footed Booby & the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador; and Other Common Birds to the Area
The January 25th Issue will have another "AROUND THE WORLD IN PHOTOGRAPHS"

Great gifts for someone special or to treat yourself these magnificent Rolling Stones, Marilyn Monroe, Beatles, John Lennon & Peanuts Memorabilia - please call me at 305-294-8925 or email me at James@zazooartgallery.com 
Best regards,James Curken, Managing Art Consultant
Zazoo Fine Art Gallery, 622 Duval Street, Key West, FL. 33040
Ph. 305.294.8925. PS : Jason sends regards as well
Jason@Zazooartgallery.com

UP SHORTLY in their usual section many additonal Memorabilia Items
SUPPORT@SOSFOUNDATION.ORG
SOS FOUNDATION, WWW.SOSFOUNDATION.ORG 305-292-3013 305-699-6543 305-292-3013
SUPPLYING FOOD FOR THOUSANDS OF LOCALS

WWW.FKSPCA.ORG Info@Fkspca.org
5711 College Rd. KW, Fla., 33040 305-294-4857

Just a few of the Pets avaialble for Adoption : The First 6 are in This Issue


Coco is a 6 years old, female, labrador retriever mix.
Aki is a 6 year old, female, welsh springer mix.
Red is a 1 year old, male, domestic shorthair mix.
Ally is a 3 ½ year old, female, domestic shorthair mix.
Leo is a 2 ½ year old, male, American rabbit.
Theo is a 2 ½ year old, male, American rabbit.


HERE ARE THE ANiMALS THAT WE HAD IN THE MAGAZINE THE LAST TWO WEEKS BELOW ; CLICK THE JANUARY 4TH. ISSUE LINK TO SEE THEIR PHOTOS. Of Course ; if you go to their website and probably their Facebook Page you'll be able to see many additional animals for adoption.
January 4, 2021 https://conta.cc/38UBXfm

1)Jack is a 2 year old, male, hound mix
2) Loki is a 4 year old, male, terrier mix
3) Glue is a 9 year old, female, domestic shorthair mix
4) Oregano is a 2 month old, male, domestic shorthair mix
5) Timmy is a 10 year old, male, domestic shorthair mix
6) Cheddar is a 1 year old, male, guinea pig



CLCIK THE LINK TO THE ADOPTION PAGE IN THEIR WEBSITE
https://fkspca.org/adopt/
Click this Link for 6 Additional Amimals that we Featured in the December 21 Issue https://conta.cc/34xg3NY; or Of course go directly to the FKSPCA of The Keys Adoption Link Above
1207 Duval Street 305-296-8900


Passangers 36 X 36 $5K
Girl Blue and White at School
Starry Night 20 X 20 $2400
Pigeon Man (Sold) 30 X36 $4500
Love Shaddow on Second Street 20 X 20 $2400
Chase Through The Park 18 X 18 $1800


ABOUT THE ARTIST
Michael Palmer has lived and worked in Key West for most of the last two decades, and also spends time in Maine. Having painted professionally for 42 years, his work is well collected both here and abroad. Mr. Palmer is listed in the prestigious "Who's Who in Art." He has exhibited in many museum shows, art centers and fine galleries throughout the United States and Canada and his paintings are part of several museums' permanent collections. Collectors and critics alike have given his art much praise and serious attention.
Many of Palmer's works have an abstract quality that makes them intriguing. He depicts rooftops, narrow streets, bird's eye views of cityscapes or people going about their everyday business with an unmistakable architectural approach. Over time, his emphasis has been put more on form and design and less on content and narrative. The architectural pieces are wonderful studies in perspective, shadow effects, horizontal and vertical lines and broken geometrical shapes, always in a deliberately subtle color palette.
Michael is known for systematically combining paint and ink: although admits that he often begins a painting without any preconceived plan. However, he always finishes it with minute drawings in ink.


More Michael Palmer Up Shortly
533 Eaton St. 305-296-0458
Their weekly Large Section will be up shortly


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FIGURE DRAWING : Lothar Speer, Via Zoom. Tuesdays 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. January, February and March 2021
 
The Key West Art Center is happy to have Lothar Speer return as our figure drawing instructor on Zoom as a virtual art instructor. Lothar studied at The National Academy of The Fine Arts, Vienna, where he received The Johannes Fueger Medal, a European distinction in the field of figure drawing. He received his BFA from Chicago's Loyola University and his MFA from Philadelphia's Pennsylvania Academy of The Fine Arts. His work was shown internationally as well as in the Rotunda of the Capitol Building in Washington and the Governors' Offices of Illinois and Pennsylvania.
 
His teaching is based on the classical drawing curriculum of The French Academy in Paris from the 19th century which aims at visual acuity and a methodical drawing process that delivers results. It promotes a simple and powerful way of constructing a drawing by measuring, applying angles, negative and positive shapes, and the proportionality of shapes, while expressing the rhythm, weight and flow of form. Although this is not an anatomy course per se, as a former instructor of Anatomy for Artists, Lothar will be glad to share his anatomical knowledge of the human figure when the occasion arises.
 
This workshop is an introduction to this powerful tradition for artists of all levels. Lothar has been teaching the figure for over three decades and delights in adjusting his feedback to each student's level and needs. He considers figure drawing the royal road to learning how to draw anything. The principles learned here are universal and can be applied to any subject matter and develop skill which is the prerequisite for powerful personal artistic expression.
 
COST: $250.00 January, $250.00 February, $312.50 March. Payable to Key West Art Center, (305) 294-1241. More information can be found online at keywestartcenter.com.

Up Shortly in this Issue Info. on the Jan. 21 and Jan. 22 Classes from the Very Talented and Personable Priscilla Coote. The January 11th. Issue will have a Lead Feature from Priscilla Featuring her New Paintings.
WWW.LETTYNOWAK.COM Letty's New Gallery "JAG" 1075 Duval Square (Where Doug Mayberry Realty was) Off of Simonton.

1075 Duval Street Court (Right off Simonton St. Before CVS Plaza Possible New Address 589 Virginia St. 305-407-6202
WWW.JAGGALLERY.ART INFO@JAGGALLERY.ART JULIETGREY@GMAIL.COM


Here is our Weekly Feature from Bill and Linda Klipp Providing Images from around the Country

Photos by: Bill Klipp

©All Contents All Rights Reserved Bill Klipp 2020

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Another fun Thursday Open Mic Night at Andy’s Cabana. Excellent music and poetry readings. Stop by next Thursday 7-10pm on Petronia St across from Blue Heaven. You never know who might wander up onto the stage.
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Check out our online Photo Website at: http://www.KeyWestWanderings.com

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— at Andy's Cabana..


Photos by: Bill Klipp
Check out our online Photo Website at: http://www.KeyWestPhotos.me
©All Contents All Rights Reserved Bill Klipp 2020


We Continue with PART 1 of One of our favorite You-Tube Content Provider "PERFECT LIFE" & "Historical Photos that you should hav eseen Yesterday Vol.47"
PART 2 of One of our favorite You-Tube Content Provider "PERFECT LIFE" & "Historical Photos that you should have seen Vol.47" Continues Next Week


Truman Waterfront Farmers Market
 
The Market typically includes cheese, produce, fruit, baked goods, coffee, plants and fresh seafood along with international cuisine available for take-away. Arts, crafts and general merchandise round out the offerings. Market organizers offer additional picnic-style food options, occasional acoustic musicians and a beer and wine stand to encourage the community to shop the market, get dinner and enjoy the sunset views from the Truman Waterfront Park. Blankets and lawn chairs are permitted with ample space to social distance.
 
Stringent safety measures and precautions remain in place to guard guests and the vendors who serve them. Masks are required, spaced line management enforced, social distance signage posted and the number of guests per stall limited. Booths are spaced out in one long row down the Mole facing the open ocean. Key West First Legal Rum Distillery free "Ruminizer" hand sanitizing stations are at the entrance. Organizers realize patrons may be eager to socialize but are reminded to not congregate in groups larger than 10.
 
For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/kwfarmersmarket
 Contact: Sean Krikorian
Event Organizer, Daily Plan-it
T: 305-731-3885
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The December 14, 2020 Issue had "THEN AND NOW FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH" Produced by WORLD REVIEW in 2019. Go to the December 14 Entire Issue Link to see ALL 20 Photos
We Continued last week (1/4/2020) with "Top Gun Then and Now" Below is an 8 minute Video from "World Review" : "TOP GUN"

One of our Favorite You Tube Content Provider "WORLD REVIEW"Presents "Celebrities /Stars of the 1970s and 1980s Then and Now" Vol.6 and was in the January 4th. 2021 Issue

JANE CURTAIN.. OF COURSE BY GOING INTO THE JANUARY 4TH iSSUE lINK; YOU CAN SEE ALL the other 25 or so 1970s and 1980s Celebrities. Like
BILLY CHRSTAL
LYLE WAGGONER
MELISSA SUE ANDERSON
JAMES NAUGHTON
CHUCK NORRIS


POPULAR YOU-TUBE CONTENT PROVIDER "WORLD REVIEW THEN AND NOW" FOR the January 25th. 2021 Issue will be a Popular You-Tube Content Provider Feature "WORLD REVIEW"Presents Pt. 2 "Celebrities /Stars of the 1970s and 1980s Then and Now" Vol.27"

SHADE & SHUTTER GALLERY. 1102 White Street WWW.SHADEANDSHUTTERKEYWEST.COM ,

Making your shopping easier with curbside pickup
It seems that lots of things have been difficult this year, but your shopping does not have to be. You can make easy shopping choices by buying beautiful items from good local businesses that work hard to make your community a better place. And now we are making an additional delivery option available to make it even easier for those of you in Key West.
Curbside pickup is now available as a FREE shipping option in our online store. After choosing your favorite ceramics or photos, just select Curbside pickup. You can drop by the gallery during our regular business hours, and either come to the door or call us and we will bring your order out to you. There’s usually plenty of free parking near our gallery. If you can not make it to the gallery, just give us a call and we will deliver your order anywhere in Key West. If it’s a photo, Sarah will even mount it on the wall for you.
For those of you outside Key West, we still offer $10 flat rate shipping for orders up to $150 and FREE shipping for orders over $150. We can ship directly to your home or to another recipient anywhere in the USA. We do our best to ship orders within a day of receiving the order. We ship by USPS Priority Mail so that your items get to you quickly, usually within a few days. Due to high shipping volumes at this time of year, we urge you to place your orders 2 weeks before you need them.
We wish everyone peace. Click this Link or go to Website to Order On-LIne

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GAL PAL DAASHIA COCHRAN WEARS Many Hats here in The Keys. One Recently Disc Jockey at Radio WGAY 105.7 Tues., Thur., & Fridays 4-7PM...Of course ; She is Live Streaming on her Facebook from the Radio Station https://www.facebook.com/Daashia1 also WWW.KEYSPARTYSTATION.COM
Here are a few Brief Look Ins to 3 of Daashia Cochran's Recent Radio Shows

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HERE IS ONE OF THE CUTEST ANIMAL VIDEOS YOU PROBABLY HAVE SEEN. A Homeowner and gardener had a few different animals help themselves to his Gradens and then he he set up a camera and 1 Groundhog Showed Up, then a 2nd , and then they had 3 Babies. Hereis the Facebook URL Video Link, then a Few still pics I took from Video Below ....MUST SEE , and share the URL Link.......

 
A Homeowner Builds A Veggie Garden For Family Of Groundhogs
Since He Thinks 1 Groundhog is stealing his veggies from the HomeOwners Garden — and can't believe it when the Groundhog Brings brings the Entire family over.
Here is the Link to Homeowners (The Kind Gardener's Facebook Site ; where he has many other Really Cute Animal Videos
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Kristen Livengood, Public Information Officer, Monroe County
Email: Livengood-Kristen@monroecounty-fl.govPhone/Text: 305-680-8226,  
Twitter: @monroecounty
Instagram: @monroecountybocc

FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC LT. PORFIRIO “TONY” ARAQUE AWARDED 10 YEARS OF SERVICE TO MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE 
Firefighter/Paramedic Lt. Porfirio “Tony” Araque was presented his 10 years of service award earlier this week. “Lt. Araque is a devoted, hardworking, and loyal fire officer,” Battalion Chief Alvin “Cab” Bentley said. “Monroe County Fire Rescue is honored to have him and congratulates him on his 10 years of dedicated service.” Araque began as a volunteer firefighter in Big Coppitt Key and completed his training at the Monroe County Fire Academy. In 2010, he was hired by Monroe County Fire Rescue as a Firefighter/EMT. He then completed his Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting certification and was assigned to Key West International Airport. Since that time, Araque has become a paramedic, completed the Florida Fire Officer Program, and was promoted to lieutenant. His most proud moment in the past 10 years: His son, Eliseo, was hired by Monroe County Fire Rescue one year ago following in his father’s footsteps. “I am honored and proud to serve my fellow Monroe County residents and give back to my community,” said Araque.
Photo by Monroe County Fire Rescue :  
Monroe County Fire Rescue Key West International Airport Battalion Chief Alvin “Cab” Bentley, left, presents Lt. Porfirio “Tony” Araque with his 10 years of service award.




We Continue now of Part 1 of 3 or 4
Rarely Seen Photographs Captured More Than You Already Know
Written by Jacob Shelton

Flight Sergeant James Hyde with Mascot Dog "Dingo." Hyde was killed when his Spitfire was shot down by German fighters near Nijmegen, Holland, on 25 September 1944
To be a pilot during wartime is to look death in the face and dare it to give you a try. It’s not a task for the faint a heart, and it’s one of those positions that almost insures loss of life or at the very least an injury.
Sergeant James Hyde gave his life fighting for freedom during World War II, and even if you ignore the fact that he had to leave his little doggo buddy in the care of someone else it’s sad to think that his family was never able to see him again. The knowledge that Hyde is forever a war hero must have brought some solace, but it’s still heartbreaking to think about all the men we lost during such an awful war.
Two Flappers and Their Dates. Chicago, 1928
There’s no type of person who symbolized an entire generation as much as the flapper. These young women loved to dance, and embraced a culture of freedom that many older people felt was outrageous at the time.
Flappers pushed everything they could to the limit, from the concept about how someone should behave in public (especially women), to the mores surrounding sexual freedom in a decade when people were incredibly buttoned up.
These women were famous for the outfits, with flapper dresses revealing a woman’s calves (gasp!) and containing plunging necklines that showed off more than polite society was used to.
A Women Air Force Service Pilot during World War 2
Now this is a cool shot. During World War II, the WASPs (that’s Women Airforce Service Pilots) were tasked with taking noncombat military flights, making them the first women to take charge of U.S. military aircraft. There were about 1,100 of them in all.
The WASPs logged more than 60 million miles in the skky behind every possible military aircraft. They were living proof that women can do everything that men can - and look better doing it.
After England insured a victory over Germany in December 1944 the WASP program was dismantled, but people never forgot the importance that these women played in the final World War.
Mark Twain was actually a redhead, taken in 1870
We should have known that when Mark Twain said, “While the rest of the species is descended from apes, redheads are descended from cats,” that something was up. More often than not photos of Twain show him as a wily, white haired elder statesman of the written word, but this photo supposes that he was actually a ginger.
It’s fascinating to think that such a small detail can change the way we think about a person, especially an extremely important historical figure. When black and white photos are colorized it adds an entirely new level of detail that puts life into an entirely different perspective. What do you think Twain would think of seeing himself like this?
Japanese-American college students during their relocation to an internment camp. Sacramento, 1942
 
Even with the sad fate of years in an internment camp ahead of them these young students are clearly making the best of a bad situation - that’s the kind of thing that friends are good for.
Following the surprise attack in Pearl Harbor by Japanese forces, the United States placed about 120,000 Japanese Americans and people of Japanese descent into in internment camps on the Pacific Coast. President Roosevelt’s Executive Order 9066 lasted from 1942 to 1945, although at the time it was unclear just how long the internet would last.
This was an unfair way to treat Japanese Americans, and in 1988 Congress formally apologized to American people of Japanese descent and issued $20,000 each to over 80,000 Japanese Americans as reparations.

Christmas, 1910
Is there anything better than trimming the tree at Christmas time? Sure, the presents are great, but the best part of the holiday is all the buildup. The caroling, the hot cocoa, and catching up with friends and family… isn’t that what the holidays are really about?
The holidays must have been so much fun in the early 20th century. With the family gathered around a crackling fire and a real tree, the smell of spices in the air, if we could go back we definitely would.
The Edwardian era was a special time, with a peaceful mood across the world and a fashion sense that can’t be ignored it really does seem like the perfect time for wintry bliss.
Oldest photo of a tornado, 1884 
This is truly a sight to behold. Taking photos of tornadoes is somewhat common place today, and it has been since the late 20th century as daredevils and thrill seekers throw themselves into harm’s way to get a great shot. On top of that, thanks to modern photography technology it’s easier to get a clear photo of a tornado without fear of getting hurt.
That wasn’t the case in 1884. There were no technologically advanced zooms or digital wizardry to help a photographer get the perfect shot. In the late 19th century a person with a camera had to know exactly what they were doing while focusing on the light and the elements.
With that photographic acumen, a photographer was able to snap this shot that shows a twisting tornado in all of its eerie glory.
 
Our January 25th. 2021 Issue will have Part 2 of our new Photographic Feature From


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PRISCILLA COOTE. TWO-Day Workshop. January 21-22, 2020. Via Zoom
The January 11th. Issue will have a Lead Feature showing New Works from Priscilla.

The Key West Art Center and Gallery is proud to host an online class with Priscilla Coote Thursday and Friday, January 21-22, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
 
Priscilla "takes" students to Bahia Honda State Park via video, where she paints from the water using her Amphibious Easel. She explains how she chooses the subject matter and all the considerations that go into painting on the scene in an active environment. Then students join her in the studio to paint along as she interprets her plein air painting into a finished studio work. Students will be sharing what they create for a positive, personalized experience. Medium can be oils or acrylics.
 
 Priscilla is a lifelong painter who now exhibits and participates in plein air paintouts internationally. A longtime Keys resident, she enjoys sharing what she has learned about painting our unique and special place. Her work may be seen locally at Gallery on Greene in Key West, on Facebook at Priscilla Coote and on her website at, www.pcoote.com.
 
There will be a maximum of 10 students to ensure personalized feedback is available, Zoom knowledge is required. This is an ideal opportunity to learn from a wonderful instructor whose work is collected worldwide. Please call the Key West Art Center and Gallery at (305)294-1241 to register. Visit keywestartcenter.com for more information.
 
Cost:  $135.00 Members. $175.00 Non-Members
The Three Below are

MIRROR MIRROR 9 X 12 Gouache
CUBAN BEACH SELFIE 30 X 40 Oil on Linen
INSIDE THE REEF 30 X 40 Oil on Linen
More Paitntings and Priscilla Coote in the Januray 18, 2021 Issue. Once again ; Priscilla hasbeen Hanging at Gallery on Greene for many Years and many of her BEST (Larger) works are found at Nance Frank's Gallery
WWW.GALLERYONGREENE.COM 606 Greene St.


WWW.WATERFRONTPLAYHOUSE.ORG 407 Wall St. 305-394-7445. Go to their website to see Updates

WE'RE TAKING A BREAK TO INSURE YOUR SAFETY
A message from Managing Artistic Director Tom Thayer.

With the number of COVID cases rising rapidly, we have decided to take a break from the season. Our Waterfront Welcome Back Revue has been cancelled, Every Brilliant Thing, the marvelous new play starring Arthur Crocker has been postponed and our beloved revival of The Rocky Horror Show has been postponed.

Please follow our website for updates to our schedule and please, MASK UP!

Tom Thayer, Managing Artistic Director, Waterfront Playhouse, 305-294-5015
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WWW.THEKEYWESTTHEATER.COM 512 EATON ST.
305-985-0433 Info@Thekeywesttheater.com
Kelly and Nick Norman

Editor's Note 1/2/2021 : This Brief Statement from Below is atleast a month old; so please go to the Various Websites and Facebook Pages for Updates on the Venues that are Involved

Dear Friends of the Coffee Butler Amphitheater As You May of Heard, The City of Key West has Cancelled All Special Events on City Property through Dec 31, 2020 Due to Concerns Regarding the Rise Covid-19 Cases. This Includes the Remining Sunset Series; as well as the Bill Blues Most Exceptional Fundraiser & 38 Special. We are Working Hard to Re-Schedule. Ticket Holders will be contacted on How to Proceed with Your Tickets Very Soon. We Appreciate Your Patience. Key West Theater and Coffee Butler / KW Amphitheater.
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CONCH RECORDS
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WWW.KEYSUNITEDWAY.ORG 305-735-1929 Greetings from Rebecca Zehr
MONROE COUNTY – United Way of Collier and the Keys is launching a virtual Remote Crisis Case Management System to help residents of Collier and Monroe Counties cope with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Working with the Florida Keys Outreach Coalition, UWCK is excited to announce KeysHelp.org, an innovative way to assist neighbors in need. DUE TO SPACE CONSTRAINTS ; PLEASE GO TO THE NOV. 2 ISSUE FOR COMPLETE PRESS RELEASE INFOR. & THEIR WEBSITE https://conta.cc/2HVCpQZ

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LARRY BAEDER WITH GUEST MUSICIANS EVERY WED. NIGHT AT MANGROVES MAMAS 6-9PM. Co-Hosted by Dora Gholson
Open mic night at Mangrove Mama's. We are thrilled to have Larry Baeder hosting our open mic night. Hope to see you all there!! #openmicnight #openmic #musician #floridakeys
Mile Marker 20


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Please make sure to go to the Part 2 from the KWG in this Issue to make sure you have the UPDATED List of Events for the first few Months of 2021 at KWG

WWW.KEYWESTGALLERY.COM 601 Duval St. 305-292-9339
Sharon@KeywestGallery.com and 305-292-9339

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1207 Duval Street 305-296-8900

Michael Palmer Exhibition Jan 11 - 21

TWO SLEEPY STAR GAZERS 14 X 14
PRODIGY IN CONCERT
I GOT A LIST FOR YOU 36 X 36
ISLAND FERRY 18 X 24
PATIO PARTY 30 X 24
WRAPPERS
BROKEN HEEL

1102 White Street 305-767-3769
sarah@shadeandshutterkeywest.com


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DR. JOHN "JACK" NORRIS WWW.KEYWESTDOCTOR.COM
305-296-1022 305-432-0489 508 Southard Street
DR. JOHN "JACK" NORRIS been one of the LEADERS in Helping out The Keys Understand what has been going on with this Pandemic; and also makes Frequent Appearances at the Key West Bi Monthly Commission / Mayor Meetings and Monroe County Meetings. He is one of the LEADING Voices of Reason. Thank You. Here are the URL Links to his Most Recent Facebook Posts / Videos.. IN CASE YOU ARE HAVING TROUBLE with Clicking these Direct Links ; just copy and paste in your Facebook Browser or Simply go to his Facebook Page and look for his recent Posts.

Dr. John "Jack" Norris Just Posted this article on 12/24 " A SIDE BY SIDE COMPARISON ON PFIZER / BIONTECH VS. MODERNA VACCINES. Will write out the entire Link for you to share with others ; Thank You Dr. Jack.


Dr. John "Jack" Norris Receives an Honor from The Conch Nation
A Few Additional Photos of Dr. Norris Receiving an Honor during the Conch Republic Nation's Annual Independence Celebration at Mallory Square (Directly Below)






DUE TO SPACE CONSTRAINTS THE OCT 1. - 25 and SEPTEMBER VIDEOS were deleted here; go to the November 9 Issue to see ALL of them

DUE TO SPACE CONSTRAINTS THE OCT 26 TO END OF NOVEMBER VIDEO MESSAGES FROM DR. JOHN "JACK" NORRIS WERE DELETED ABOVE. IF YOU WANT TO SEE THE RECENTLY DELETED VIDEO MESSAGES ; HIT THE DECEMBER 7, 2020 ISSUE OF The Keys Blast from Ed Krane and Friends or go directly to the Doctor's Facebook Page
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A Brief Sentence from Dr. Norris Brief Acceptance Speech "I am honored to serve the Conch Republic as it’s Medical Review Officer. Thank you Admiral Finbar Gittelman, Secretary of State Jim Gilleran and the entire Conch Republic Leadership for this designation." CLICK THIS LINK FOR THE 20 MINUTE VIDEO OF THE CEREMONY.
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