A Thank You from this Magazine and the THOUSANDS that have Expressed to me : How Publix in ALL their Stores were able to Organize the MASSIVE ROLLOUT of the COVID-19 VACCINES and now Featuring the 3rd. & 4th. in a Series of Covid Booster Shots (Extremely Effective). Certainly a Monumental Challenge that was so (& Still Is) SUCCESSFUL . Here in Key West Publix GM Kevin Piper Sr. and Staffs were BRILLIANT in their Coordination of this Unchartered Venture & the Magnitude Involved. The Two Booster Shots for the latest Omicron Strains can be Given with this Year's Flu Shot. Although there is talk about a Third Booster ; it is not out Yet.
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WALK ON WHITE (STREET) is always done the the 3rd Thursday of the Month. The Next being Thursday May 18. WWW.WALKONWHITEKEYWEST.COM will give detailed Information on the Host Venues. One of the Lead Venues besides Shade and Shutter & Stone Soup Gallery is the Helen Harrison Gallery. Adventurer Son : Cole Harrison was in townfor the last WALK |
Parts 1 and 2 of this April 24, 2023 will have 32 Photos of the Last Walk on White. |
Although this event past yesterday; I'm still leaving the Feature in to give you Important Information |
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EARTHDAY 5K Race Benefits Conch Republic Marine Army Calling all Runners... And Walkers! Key West Southernmost Runners Club is teaming up with the Conch Republic Marine Army for the 25th Annual EarthDay 5K Run/Walk race in Key West on Earth Day -- April 22nd, 2023. The new venue is the Truman Key West Waterfront Park, at the end of Southard Street in Key West. The Registration and Start/Finish line is right near the US Coast Guard Cutter Ingham Maritime Museum. Proceeds from the race go to the Conch Republic Marine Army, a local non-profit grassroots organization dedicated to cleaning and restoring the shallow mangrove habitats of the Florida Keys. www.conchrepublicmarinearmy.org Registration is $25 per person, children under 5 are free with a parent. Registration is available at www.runsignup.com or in person at the race location. Free race t-shirts are for the first 100 people registered. Register online www.runsignup.com Pre-Registration & Packet Pickup: Friday, April 21st 4:00 - 6:00pm Location near Ingham RACE DAY Registration & Packet Pickup: Saturday, April 22nd 7:00 am Race Start Time: 8:00am For questions contact: Don Nelson, KWSR 305-304-0091 or Nancy Chatelaine 305 731 6362 |
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MARYLENE PRONER has an exhibition at Cocco and Salem called BUGS BUGS BUGS and are Sculptures ; here are a few
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IF YOU GO TO PART 2 OF THE APRIL 24, 2023 ISSUES YOU WILL SEE A FEW OF MARYLENE PRONERS PAINTINGS THAT SHE IS KNOWN FOR; AS WELL AS A FEW OTHER WORKS FROM JIM SALEM AND OTHER ARTISTS THAT HANG YEAR ROUND IN HIS AND DAN'S GALLERY |
The Florida Keys Council of the Arts and United Way of Collier and the Keys presented the Key West Police Department tickets to the Tropic Cinema, thanks to a grant from the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys. They have been distributing tickets to various Keys arts events with the goal of increasing access to Keys arts opportunities for working residents who may not otherwise have the opportunity to attend these cultural activities. The tickets can be anything from films to concerts to theater, symphony, or ballet performances. "By the time working families finish a shift," said Leah Stockton, President and CEO of United Way of Collier and the Keys, "and pay for a meal and babysitter, a night on the town may be financially out of reach." "This is a wonderful way to reach new audiences with the arts," said Council of the Arts Executive Director Liz Young. Through the grant, the non-profits are able to give the tickets to leadership in various organizations and invite them to distribute to staff, clients, students/families and whomever they feel would not normally be able to attend events of this nature. "We hope to inspire a deep interest in the arts as well as provide a fun afternoon or evening out for the working residents of the Keys," said Stockton.
In the photo: Arts Council Executive Director Liz Young, Police Chief's Executive Assistant Floyd Jenkins, United Way President and CEO Leah Stockton, Capt. Jason Castillo, Chief Sean Brandenburg, Capt. Randy Smith, and Tropic Cinema Executive Director Carla Turner.
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ALWAYS GREAT TO HEAR FROM RALPH DePALMA; Man about town and One of our Executive Contributing Editors
It's easy to conjure up a "What If" scenario regarding the legendary Key West performer Coffee Butler. One evening discussion can lead to another and before you know it --- "What if that 1968 audience, hearing Coffee’s album being recorded live, included a Miami Beach music promoter that was affiliated with some of the larger acts performing during the winter season. This was very much in the realm of possibility with the aggressive nature of local Miami music promotion. " Its a cool story about a magical performer during a magical Miami era. Please check it out HERE |
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Coffee Butler came out of retirement to help launch my second book in 2015, the Soul of Key West, Volume II. Get ready for the launch of the Soul of Key West, Volume III, this Summer. We should also receive the new reprint of Soul of Key West, Volume I, this Spring. Keep checking availability and launch date HERE All three great Volumes should be available soon plus the Soul of Havana. Check out the great deals on the Soul of Key West, Volume II and the Soul of Havana now available HERE |
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Everyone asks why he wasn't in either of my books. He's kind of been in the Key West version of the Witness Protection program and didn't want to take part. I finally got him to interview and Michael will be included in Volume III with full explanation (longest interview of 145 KW musicians).
Michael has a great story. I can't wait to tell it to you (unabashed book teaser). Michael McCloud recently announced his retirement and is leaving Key West at the end of April after over 40 years. In the mean time collect a few Michael McCloud albums and hang out with him at the Schooner Wharf until April 30th. Check out the story HERE |
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RETAIL / MUSEUM LOCATION : 631 GREENE ST. 305-294-3100 PO BOX 430 KEY WEST, FLORIDA 33040 WWW.REEFRELIEF.ORG
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Reef Relief is challenging hotels and resorts to clean-up competition. Last year was so successful in getting the community together to clean up. Together, everyone gathered almost 300 pounds of debris.
If your hotel or resort is interested in joining, let us know!
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April 22, 2023 Sloppy Joe's Jams for Earth Day
Sloppy Joe’s along with Pete & Larry and Reef Relief will celebrate Earth Day! It’s a day to remember to always keep our plant clean at give it some TLC. Earth day festivities at Sloppy Joe’s will include putting beautiful music into the atmosphere by bringing the best of Key West musicians together for our Earth Day Jam. Reef Relief will be accepting donations and proceeds will go to aid in their quest that is focused on reviving, maintaining, and cleaning up our oceans reefs. Sloppy Joe's will also be matching donations!
Join musical hosts Larry Strickland and Pete Jarvis and a slew of volunteer entertainers as they sing the praises of mother Earth through the magic of music and do so with a great cause in mind. Saturday, April 22nd at 5:30pm.
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Save the Date! Enjoy a family friendly event on the beach! There will be a silent auction, raffle, live music from Tony Baltimore, and so much more! Save the Date
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This Concludes our NOAA / Discovery Center Photographic Contest |
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MADONNA ,1985
Madonna performing at Madison Square Garden, New York City. Archival pigment print in an edition of only 20. Hand-signed by the photographer, Lynn Goldsmith. We have edition # 5/20 in the gallery. Measures approx.21" x 26 1/4" framed. Gallery price $3100.
© Lynn Goldsmith Lynn Goldsmith's imagery is in numerous collections: The Smithsonian, The Polaroid Collection, The Kodak Collection, The Museum of Modern Art, The Chicago Museum of Contemporary Photography, and the permanent collection of Museum Folkwang. She is a multi-awarded portrait photographer whose work has appeared on and between the covers of Life, Newsweek, Time, Rolling Stone, Sports Illustrated, People, Elle, Interview, The New Yorker, etc. Her subjects have varied from entertainment personalities to sports stars, from film directors to authors, from the extra-ordinary to the ordinary man on the street. Her forty years of photography have not only been an investigation into the nature of the human spirit, but also into the natural wonders of our planet. Please call me at 305-294-8925 or email me at James@zazooartgallery.com to order your Lynn Goldsmith Madonna photograph today. Best regards, James Curken Managing Art Consultant , Zazoo Fine Art Gallery 622 Duval Street, Key West, FL. 33040
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Spectacular hard to find vintage posters from " Star Trek: The Motion Picture " beautifully framed. ' Star Trek: The Motion Picture '
Vintage original one sheet teaser poster for the first Star Trek motion picture (1979). When an alien spacecraft of enormous power is spotted approaching Earth, Admiral James T. Kirk resumes command of the overhauled USS Enterprise in order to intercept it. In very good condition. Measures approx. 32 1/4" x 45 3/8" framed. Gallery price $1995. ' Star Trek: The Motion Picture '
Vintage original teaser poster for the first Star Trek motion picture (1979). Landscape poster version is very hard to find. Fantastic artwork by Artist Robert (Bob) M. Peak. In very good condition.
Measures approx. 34 3/8" x 28 1/8" framed. Gallery price $1995.
Please call me at 305-294-8925 or email me at James@zazooartgallery.com to order your ' Star Trek: The Motion Picture ' Poster today.
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MUHAMMAD ALI VS FRAZIER - FACE OFF
A great color image of the two formidable opponents: Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier taken in 1971 prior to ' The Fight of the Century ' at Madison Square Gardens in New York. After 15 rounds of thrilling toe-to-toe action, Frazier won a unanimous decision.
Hand-signed by Muhammad Ali and ' in-the-presence ' PSA DNA authenticated and accorded a grade of 10 - Gem. ' Ali vs Frazier ' measures approx. 32 1/2" x 30 1/2" framed. Note: a few minor scratches/chips on the bottom of the frame, which does not detract from the presentation. Gallery price $3,950 Flash Sale $2,950 Please call me at 305-294-8925 or email me at James@zazooartgallery.com to order your Muhammad Ali signed fine art photograph today. Best regards, James Curken Managing Art Consultant , Zazoo Fine Art Gallery 622 Duval Street Key West, FL. 33040
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GO TO PART 2 OF THIS APRIL 24, 2023 ISSUE TO SEE 5 CLASSIC MEMORIABILIA ITEMS FROM "EASY RIDER" |
WWW.LETTYNOWAK.COM Letty Nowak's Gallery "JAG" 1075 Duval Square (Where Doug Mayberry Realty was) Off of Simonton. https://www.facebook.com/letty.nowak |
You'll find in Part 2 of the April 24, 2023 Issue, The JAG Latest Exhibition Called " OPPOSITES ATTRACT" by B. LUCY STEVENS AND SARAH BENHAM ; along with Music by Drew Kiniry |
WE NOW CONTINUE WITH A VINTAGE PHOTOGRAPHIC FEATURE by "RARE HISTORY" CALLED "FASCINATING RANDOM HISTORICAL PHOTOS YOU MUST SEE". |
TEST SHOT OF JUDY GARLAND FOR THE WIZARD OF OZ 1939 |
OFFICE LIFE BEFORE THE INVENTION OF AUTOCAD AND OTHER DRAFTING SOFWARES 1970S |
1973 "YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN CAST" |
CHARGING AN ELECTRIC AMC GREMLIN AT A CURBSIDE CHARGING STATION 1 HR FOR .25 CENTS SEATTLE |
FAMILY WITH 13 KIDS BOSTON MASSACHUSETTES 1925 |
VINTAGE PHOTO OF A VERMONT RAILWAYS SNOW PLOW 1973 |
JOHN LENNON SIGNING AN AUOTOGRAPH TO MARK DAVID CHAPMAN THE SAME DAY THAT THE LATER SHOT JOHN LENNON IN FRONT OF HIS NEW YORK RESIDENCE PHOTO TAKEN BY PAUL GORESH |
PEOPLE SHOPPING AT K-MART 1970s |
TESTING PROTOTYPE SPACE SUITE INTENDED FOR USE IN NASA's APOLLO MOON LANDING PROGRAM. MOJAVE DESERT CALIFORNIA 19 62 |
This Concludes "FASCINATING RANDOM HISTORICAL PHOTOS YOU MUST SEE" by RARE HISTORY.. |
Click URL Links below to see the Priscilla Coote Kick Off Event from a Few Weeks ago at Gallery on Greene PART 1 MARCH 13/14/15, 2023 THE KEYS BLAST FROM ED KRANE & FRIENDS https://conta.cc/3YRaOBZ PART 2 MARCH 13/14/15, 2023 THE KEYS BLAST FROM ED KRANE & FRIENDS https://conta.cc/408kZnn |
Click the last few URL Links to the Magazine to see the Features we ran from The GingerBread Squary Gallery for Eric Anfinson, Gabriella Fiabane, John Whitney, Janet Mueller, Anatasia Dukhanina, & Bill Farnsworth.
PART 1 MARCH 13/14/15, 2023 THE KEYS BLAST FROM ED KRANE & FRIENDS https://conta.cc/3YRaOBZ PART 2 MARCH 13/14/15, 2023 THE KEYS BLAST FROM ED KRANE & FRIENDS https://conta.cc/408kZnn
FEBRUARY 27, 2023 PART 1 https://conta.cc/3EGcW8A FEBRUARY 27, 2023 PART 2 https://conta.cc/41yvuRF
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The Last Exhibition that Adele ran for the 2023 Winter Season Below are Paintings from Anastasia Dukhanina and Bill Farnsworth ( with Bill's works in the Front Window ); Then to follow 4 Paintings from Anastasia Dukhanina. Then to follow 2 Paintings from Bill Farnsworth |
Here a few Paintings from Bill Farnsworth |
A few from Eric Anfinson ; Click above Latest Issues from our Magazine to see Many Eric Anfinson and Gabriella Fiabane. Also go to Adele's Website.. |
SALT ISLAND PROVISIONS WWW.SALTISLANDPROVISIONS.COM SALTISLANDKEYWEST@GMAIL.COM 305-517-6088 830 FLEMING STREET
Video of MIMI HEIN playing with the UKULEL ORCHESTRA . Also you will notice playing / singing with the Orchestra in the row below Mimi is Christine Cordone Smith https://www.facebook.com/fred.c.klein/videos/492528279221958
B. Lucy Stevens and Sarah Beham with Musical Guest Drew Kiniry
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WWW.STONESOUPGALLERY.COM 802 White Street www.facebook.com/stonesoupgallery Next WALK ON WHITE will always be the 3rd Thursday of the Month : May 18. Guest Artists have not been announced Yet |
WWW.STONESOUPGALLERY.COM 802 White St. 305-296-2080 https://www.facebook.com/stonesoupgallery/
MIchael and Jenn and their Stone Soup Gallery are one of the Lead Venues for WALK ON WHITE WWW.WALKONWHITEKEYWEST.COM The Next WALK ON WHITE is May 18, 2023 |
The Next Walk on White is May 18, 2023 : Always the 3rd Thursday of the Month WWW.WALKONWHITEKEYWEST.COM A few of the Lead Venues are Shade Pottery and Shutter Photography 1102 White Street WWW.SHADEANDSHUTTERKEYWEST.COM 305-767-3769. Below at Shade is a Photograph by Sarah "Grace" and Pottery from Mark; and then Helen Harrison Gallery WWW.HARRISON-GALLERY.COM 825 White Street 305-294-0609.. |
Jill Snodgrass and Sean Krikorian Tell us about their Special Events. To see a Complete Schedule www.facebook.com/KeyWestArtisanMarket www.facebook.com/kwfarmersmarket
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Contact: Sean Krikorian Event Organizer, Daily Plan-it T: 305-731-3385 E: Sean@DailyPlan-it.net www.facebook.com/keywestartisanmarket Last Key West Artisan Market of the Season Celebrates Conch Republic Days The Key West Artisan Market ends the 2022/2023 season with a salute to the Conch Republic Days on April 23 from 10 am to 2 pm at Indigenous Park across from Higgs Beach in Key West. Join about 80 local vendors, artists and growers as they help kickoff a successful celebration of all things that make Cayo Hueso the place residents and visitors both love. Enjoy bloody’s, mimosas and a full bar from Great Events Catering, coffee, kombucha, natural juices and cut fruit, multiple food stalls plus cheese, bread, fresh seafood and Florida produce. Shop a curated outdoor market offering fine crafts and art from talented Florida Keys makers. Listen to awesome musicians & tour the Key West Wildlife Center. All around the show there’s lot’s to do; visit the Higgs Beach Dog Park, free West Martello Tower botanical garden, walk White Street Pier and of course, enjoy the alluring ocean views at Higgs Beach. The show offers free entry, free parking and suggests guests BYOB (bring your own bags). This is the last Artisan Market of the Season until November however watch for a summer 'mini market' grand opening on Mother's Day (May 14) in the parking lot of the Southernmost VFW on North Roosevelt Blvd. This new show will take place every other Sunday 10 am to 2 pm through the summer. As a reminder, our sister show, the Truman Waterfront Farmers Market, is every Thursday from 2 pm to 7 pm year-round at the Truman Waterfront Park.
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WWW.KEYWESTARTCENTER.COM 301 FRONT STREET 305-294-1241
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Below are a few Pages from Eric Anfinson's Coffee Table Book. |
Nyla Witmore sends Regards : Click below to see some of her European destinations from my Exhibition at GingerBread a few weeks ago. website. www.nylawitmore.com |
EMMA STARR and her Fashion Boutique LUNA at 519 Fleming Street will be Featured in the May 18, 2023 Issue.. WWW.LUNAKEYWEST.COM |
Featuring World Renowned Concert Pianist SVETLANA SMOLINA . WWW.SVETLANASMOLINA.COM WWW.SOUTHFLORIDASYMPHONY.ORG - Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) |
- Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor, Op. 30
- Featuring Svetlana Smolina, piano
- Bruckner (1824-1896) | Te Deum
- Featuring the South Florida Symphony Chorus
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- Elaine Alvarez, soprano
- Rehanna Thelwell, mezzo-soprano
- Neil Nelson, bass-baritone
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SVETLANA VIDEO LINK BELOW A Concert with Violin Great : Albert Markov ; and of course World Renowned Concert Pianist SVETLANA SMOLINA.
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1) CICCADA 15 X 3.4 X 2.7 Mixed Media 2) LARGE BUTTERFLY 13 x 10.2 x 6.3 Mixed Media |
We now continue with the April WALK ON WHITE : WWW.WALKONWHITEKEYWEST.COM |
A few weeks ago ; Gallery on Greene had Grand Opening Exhibitions for Peter Vey and Priscilla Coote who hangs Year Round at Nance's Gallery. Click the February 27, 2023 Part 1 and Part 2 to See some of the works. Of Course go to the Gallery on Greene Website to see Many of Peter Vey's and Priscilla's Works. FEBRUARY 27, 2023 PART 1 https://conta.cc/3EGcW8A FEBRUARY 27, 2023 PART 2 https://conta.cc/41yvuRF
WWW.GALLERYONGREENE.COM Two of Peter's works below |
The April 24, 2023 Issue will have some of Cindy's Work.. Of Course go to WWW.GALLERYONGREENE.COM or Better Yet ; go in person and see the works and say Hello to Nance Frank and her staff. |
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Hi all; here are 2 NEW Ed's Auto Reviews ..He now has about 60 Episodes; and ALL 60 URL Links can be found in my Part 1 and Part 2 of The Keys Blast from Ed Krane and Friends Size Does Matter: The History of the Limousine EPISODE 50https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjL3kjFKjIY The Malaise Era Part V: Even More Malaise! (Lost Episode)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMASzvnZNf8&t=10s.
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HERE are a few Recent VIDEOS FROM ED : EPISODE 48 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4aDIpJxEghM FUTURE'S PAST : THE HISTORY OF CONCEPT CAR. |
TWO NEWEST ED'S AUTOMOTIVE EPISODES THE HISTORY OF CAR CULTURE EPISODE 47 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gydSNQurI-Q
DESIGNING WHAT IF CARS WITH ARTIFICIAL INTELLIEGENCE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_avhEwu0AX4 |
ED'S AUTO REVIEWS HAS THREE MORE NEWER VIDEOS :
THE HENRY FORD MUSEUM AND GREENFIRLED VILLAGE VISIT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1fng_-3TKA and |
THE HISTORY OF THE STATION WAGON Episode #45 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FC085Pyduek&t=21s
A Chat With Ed: 100k subscriber special Q&A! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zUyPuGgoK5o
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WWW.FKSPCA.COM 5711 COLLEGE ROAD KEY WEST, FLORIDA, 33040 305-294-4857
MON-FRI 10AM-6PM SAT. 10AM TO 2PM SUNDAY : CLOSED
Betty is a 4-year-old, female, Pit Bull Terrier. Fruitstripe is a 1-year-old, female, Domestic Shorthair. Macie is a 1 year old, female, Domestic Shorthair. Ninja is a 5-year-old, female, Domestic Shorthair. Sunny is a 4-year-old, male, Domestic Shorthair. Splinter is a 1-year-old, male, Rat.
Tiffany Dunsmore Development Director Florida Keys SPCA www.fkspca.org www.facebook.com/fkspca
These are the Latest Adoptees from the FKSPCA; if you to Part 2 of this March 27 Issue ; you will see 6 adoptees from a few weeks ago
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Here is the link from NOAA / Eco Discovery Center and the National Marine Sanctuaries to see all 140 Photographs along with a brief description of where taken and what the subjects are : Of course ; please read our entire Magazine before clicking below.
https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/earthisblue/photo-contest-winners-2022.html |
WE HAVE THE FINAL 12 PHOTOS FROM THE NOAA / ECO - DISCOVERY CENTER PHOTOGRAPHIC CONTEST IN PART 2 OF OUR APRIL 17, 2023 ISSUE.. |
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Key West Library at 700 Flemming Street and Michael Nelson have 'CAFE CON LIBROS" Tuesday Mornings. Also The Monroe County Library System has their Popular Series at the KW Library 700 Flemming St. "Guest Author" Schedule Up Shortly.... HERE ARE THE TWO WEBSITES : WWW.KEYWESTLIBRARIES.ORG WWW.FRIENDSOFTHEKEYWESTLIBRARY.ORG
Friends of the Key West Library Book Sale The Friends of the Key West Library will not be holding an outdoor book sale in the Palm Garden in April 2023. Friends of the Key West Library will offer books published from 2020 to 2023 inside the main library all year. Just deposit your cash donation into the slotted box provided. Please note that the library staff will not be able to take your money or be able to provide change. We so very much appreciate your interest in our book selection and will return to an outdoor book sale on December 2, 2023. Please note that we will continue taking book donations all year. Books published after the year 2000 are needed. For more information on the Friends of the Key West Library, please visit https://www.friendsofthekeywestlibrary.org
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WWW.KEYWESTGALLERY.COM 601 Duval St. 305-292-9339 https://www.facebook.com/thekeywestgallery/ They have so Many Amazing Artists that we Feature in every Issue. ------------------------------------------------------ |
FLORIDA KEYS COUNCIL OF THE ARTS BUILDING (GATO CUBAN CIGAR FACTORY) 1100 SIMONTON ST. WWW.KEYSARTS.COM https://www.facebook.com/Florida-Keys-Council-of-the-Arts-269528031134/
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Reef Relief is raffling off a brand new ‘Mini Pro L’ Eco-motion bike valued at $1,999.00.
Tickets are 1 for $20, 2 for $30 or 5 for $50.
ONLY 100 TICKETS WILL BE SOLD!
This bike was donated to Reef Relief by JV Rentals and Shorty's on Duval to raise funds to continue expanding Reef Relief’s mission to protect and preserve the Coral Reef Ecosystems. Buy Tickets
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Contact: Dora DeMaria Reef Relief 305-294-3100 reefrelief@gmail.com REEF RELIEF CELEBRATES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (Key West, FL) – February 24, 2023 Reef Relief celebrates Executive Director, Millard McCleary’s 15-year anniversary with the organization. Please join us in congratulating Mill in this exciting accomplishment. Millard McCleary is the Executive Director for Reef Relief. Originally from Maryland, he spent countless hours fishing around Chesapeake Bay. This is where he learned, early on, of the connection of clean water to healthy ecosystems. This led to 18 years of service working with Clean Water Action (CWA) in Baltimore which then continued into the Tampa area. Over that time, he worked on dozens of water quality related campaigns. He was also the lead organizer in CWA’s campaign partnership with the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) Working America to establish new offices in several US cities.
Mill came to Reef Relief on March 1, 2008 to help run programs to educate and advocate for coral reef ecosystem conservation, specifically in South Florida. Some of his successes with Reef Relief include establishing the Key West Marine Park in collaboration with the City of Key West and Monroe County, founding Reef Relief’s Coral Camp for Kids program, and joining Reef Relief as a member of the Everglades Coalition. Mill helped implement Reef Relief’s Skip the Straw Florida Keys and Protect your Skin, Protect our Reefs campaigns. Under his leadership, Reef Relief was instrumental in passing several City of Key West ordinances related to these campaigns to further protect our nearshore waters. He has lead hundreds of volunteers in removing hundreds of thousands of pounds of marine debris, organizing Key West’s storm drain pollution prevention and storm water education programs.
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Contact: Taylor Tsacoumis, Program Coordinator ReefRelief@gmail.com (Key West, FL) – March 15, 2023 Reef Relief Announces Volunteer Event in Partnership with KEEN Footwear and Danger Charters Reef Relief has partnered with KEEN Footwear in a multi-part volunteer event. On March 28th a selected group of volunteers will be joining Danger Charters on a kayak clean up through the mangroves from 9am-2pm. Other volunteers will meet at White St. Pier at 9am-Noon for a debris clean up or storm drain stenciling event. Reef Relief will provide all necessary clean up or stenciling supplies, including : trash grabbers, bags and gloves. It is recommended to wear close-toed shoes and clothes that can get dirty. You can register by using the link at ReefRelief.org. Feel free to email reefrelief@gmail.com with any questions. Reef Relief is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to improving and protecting our coral reef ecosystem. ### |
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Perhaps Milton Greene's and Marilyn Monroe’s most recognizable series of images, the Ballerina Sitting, was named by Time magazine in 1999 as ' one of the top three photographs of the 20th century ', alongside Philippe Halsman’s photo of Albert Einstein and Yousuf Karsh’s Winston Churchill. ' MARILYN BALLERINA '
Taken in Milton’s Greene's New York studio October,1954. Marilyn is wearing an ill-fitting tulle and satin dress. A fine art print on photographic paper in an edition of only 15 prints. Signed on the reverse of the photograph by the photographer's son Joshua Greene. Estate signed by photographer Milton H. Greene We have edition #6/15 in the gallery. Measures approx. 28 5/8" x 29 5/8" framed. Gallery price $8,900.
Photograph By Milton H Greene ©2018 archiveimages Please call me at 305-294-8925 or email me at James@zazooartgallery.com to order your Marilyn Ballerina photograph today. James Curken, Managing Art Consultant Zazoo Fine Art Gallery, 622 Duval Street Key West, FL. 33040
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We celebrate Sir Elton John, who celebrated his 76th Birthday yesterday (March 25th). ELTON JOHN English singer and songwriter Elton John performs at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, October 1975. He is wearing a sequined baseball outfit. This awesome shot was taken by British celebrity photographer, the late Terry O'Neil. A fine art print on photographic paper. We have Edition #15/50 currently in the gallery. Posthumously Estate Signed Terry O'Neill. Framed Size is approx. 26 3/4" x 21 5/8". Gallery price $3,650.
© Terry O'Neill Please call me at 305.294.8925 or email me at James@zazooartgallery.com to order your Sir Elton John fine art photograph today. Best regards, James Curken Managing Art Consultant , Zazoo Fine Art Gallery 622 Duval Street, Key West, FL. 33040 Ph. 305.294.8925
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JOY RIDE Original painting on paper of Felix the Cat hand-signed by Artist Don Oriolo. Measures approx. 23" x 30" framed. Gallery price $2,495.
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Don Oriolo shares his newest original artwork! WATCHING THE SUN GO DOWN
Original painting on canvas of Felix the Cat hand-signed by Artist Don Oriolo. Measures approx. 20" x 30" gallery wrapped. Gallery price $2,995. © The Don Oriolo Collection, Inc. Please call me at 305-294-8925 or email me at James@zazooartgallery.com to order your Don Oriolo original artwork today. Best regards, James Curken Managing Art Consultant, Zazoo Fine Art Gallery 622 Duval Street, Key West, FL. 33040 305-294-8925
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Many additional Items of the Close to 500 in their Gallery ; a few are shown in Our Magazine in Parts 1 and Parts 2 of EVERY ISSUE. Perthaps I should have a SPECIAL EDITION ISSUE with ONLY ZAZOO ITEMS; Let's do that over the Summer |
Alyson Crean Public Information Officer Key West Police Department Work: 305-809-1058 Cell: 305-797-0417 acrean@cityofkeywest-fl.gov
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Our February 27, 2023 Issue had some Great Features done from Alyson Crean Public Information Officer. If you click Part 1 (Below) of the February 27, 2023 Issue you will be able to see the Features which include : The KW Police Awards Ceremony Included these two awards : KWPD Chief Sean Brandenburg gave Commendations to 3 Officers, KWPD Chief Sean Brandenburgh gave a Unit Award for the Motor Unit. LOU a Horse in the Mounted Unit Passed Away. Coast Guard Cutter Mohawk does a Clean Up under the City's Adopt a Spot. The City of KW Released the 2022 Annual Report.
FEBRUARY 27, 2023 PART 1 https://conta.cc/3EGcW8A
Our March 13, 2023 Part 1 Issue Featured from Alyson Crean : Women's History Month, Transit Worker Appeciation Honors, The City Hosted 51 Naval Students from the Naval Command War College in Newport Rhode Island, and the City along with Manager Patti McLauhlin Honored LT Bradley Lariz. Click Link below to see these Articles
PART 1 MARCH 13/14/15, 2023 THE KEYS BLAST FROM ED KRANE & FRIENDS https://conta.cc/3YRaOBZ
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Our March 27, 2023 Issue from Alyson Crean and the City of Key West Featured Articles : Miami Mascot Billy the Marlin Visits KW To Promote Marlins Night at the Stadium. KW Officers discuss rules for E-Vehicles with Owners. Survey for Bayview Park prompting Suggestions for Improvement. Wanted Motivated Individuals to join the Police Force. MARCH 27, 2023 PART 1 THE KEYS BLAST FROM ED KRANE AND FRIENDS https://conta.cc/3LXTEjv MARCH 27, 2023 PART 2 THE KEYS BLAST FROM ED KRANE AND FRIENDS https://conta.cc/3zbvpXn
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The Florida Keys Council of the Arts and United Way of Collier and the Keys presented the Key West Police Department tickets to the Tropic Cinema, thanks to a grant from the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys. They have been distributing tickets to various Keys arts events with the goal of increasing access to Keys arts opportunities for working residents who may not otherwise have the opportunity to attend these cultural activities. The tickets can be anything from films to concerts to theater, symphony, or ballet performances. "By the time working families finish a shift," said Leah Stockton, President and CEO of United Way of Collier and the Keys, "and pay for a meal and babysitter, a night on the town may be financially out of reach." "This is a wonderful way to reach new audiences with the arts," said Council of the Arts Executive Director Liz Young. Through the grant, the non-profits are able to give the tickets to leadership in various organizations and invite them to distribute to staff, clients, students/families and whomever they feel would not normally be able to attend events of this nature. "We hope to inspire a deep interest in the arts as well as provide a fun afternoon or evening out for the working residents of the Keys," said Stockton.
In the photo: Arts Council Executive Director Liz Young, Police Chief's Executive Assistant Floyd Jenkins, United Way President and CEO Leah Stockton, Capt. Jason Castillo, Chief Sean Brandenburg, Capt. Randy Smith, and Tropic Cinema Executive Director Carla Turner.
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Mayor Teri Johnston and the City Commission this week celebrated five Local American Youth Soccer Association teams for their successful season by proclaiming April 4th as Key West AYSO Championship Soccer Day. The athletes were in attendance, and each of their names was read for the commission and the crowded chamber. The Key West U14 Boys team and the Key West U10 Boys Lopez-Roman captured the championship and went undefeated. The Key West U12 Boys team was the runner-up after winning all but 1 game. The Key West U12 Girls captured the championship, and the U10 Boys Archer team was the runner-up after facing Key West in the final match. "These young student-athletes and their coaches illustrate what a team can accomplish together with hard work, dedication, and self-confidence," reads the proclamation.
In the photos: U14 Boys: Jaxon Torelli, Fausto Paz, Sonny Bowden, Mason Titenson, Dominick Novotny, Bryden Parsons, Hans Van Aller, Nathan Godlewski, Roen Gladwell, Gabriell Anton, Anthony Barrows, Kia Woods, Logan Otto, and Sawyer Hill. U12 Boys: Robert Gomez, Hansel Montenegro, Brody Smith, Kellen Lockwood, Jack Hawks, Matias Sepulveda, Raef Iacovoni, Jaxon Santelli, Cole Johnson, Oscar Loy, Julien Gehin, and Mauricio Barrios. U12 Girls: Addison Jones, Alicia Garcia, Kiersten Tate, Ellen Van Aller, Ryah Bushey, Sophia Niles, Isabelle Magrath, Ella Way, Hazel Matarazzo, Alice O'Connor, Nora O'Hearn, and Lily Baxter. U10 Boys Lopez-Roman: Jack Mitchell, Yeriel Lopez, Matthew Steer, Michael Leser, Levi Van, Parker Ladnier, Sebastian Lopez-Roman, Xavier Verdun, Alfonso Sepulveda, and Cody Hawks. U10 Boys Archer: Kai Mulraz, Lincoln Niles, Alexander Pate, Christian Barrows, Roman Lepowski, Hudson Krupa, Khannon Mellies, Brody McLaughlin, Miles Santelli, and Jerry Powell.
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The City of Key West wants to thank the Monroe County School Board for recognizing two members of our Fire Department for the work they've done overseeing the Key West High School Fire Academy. Division Chief of Fire Prevention Jason Barroso and Division Chief of Emergency Management Gregory Barroso were each honored with the GEMS- Great Education Moments for Students - Award. The Key West Fire Academy originally began as an explorer program about 15 years ago, then developed into a full 2-year academy 10 years ago. This CTE program establishes a strong foundation. The two-year fire academy trains future firefighters while they're attending their final two years of high school and provides them, upon completion, the equivalent training of a Certified Firefighter I, which puts them halfway through the training required to become a Key West Firefighter. During the training, the students also earn certifications in Emergency Medical Responder and Hazmat Awareness. During the past decade some 150 students have finished the program. Thirteen of them have gone on to finish full certification and join the Key West Fire Department. In fact, Deputy Chief Eddie Perez started with the Key West High School Explorer program. Many graduates of the academy have joined the military or a police force as well as other fire departments. The academy is a team effort with the school and the department. The men and women of the Key West Fire Department work hard to provide optimal training. Investing in local students is a win/win for the students who establish a strong vocation and for the fire department, which has the opportunity to hire young people who are already a part of the community. The Monroe County School District has supported the program all along. In fact, the success of the Key West program moved the district to establish a fire academy program in Marathon, modeled on the Key West program.
In the photo: Division Chief Jason Barroso, Division Chief Gregory Barroso, School Superintendent Theresa Axford, and School Board Chairman Andy Griffiths.
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Mayor Teri Johnston and the Key West City Commission recognized the outstanding work of the City's telecommunicators by proclaiming National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. The proclamation notes that "911 dispatchers play a vital and often underappreciated role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our community. They are the first point of contact for individuals in need of emergency services, and their quick thinking, calm demeanor, and attention to detail can mean the difference between life and death." On a daily basis, they face many challenges, including the emotional toll of dealing with high-stress situations and the need to make split-second decisions that can have life-altering consequences. Communications Supervisor Jack Burns accepted the recognition, joined by Telecommunicators Belen Diaz, Brook Colina, and Nick Smith. "This proclamation is a testament to the importance of our work," said Burns. "I'm proud of our team, and we will continue to work hard to provide the best services to our community." The proclamation was sponsored by Mayor Teri Johnston, Commissioners Mary Lou Hoover, Clayton Lopez, Jimmy Weekley, and Lisette Carey, Vice Mayor Kaufman, and Commissioners Carey and Billy Wardlow.
In the photo: Commissioners Lissette Carey and Jimmy Weekley, Telecommunicators Brook Colina, Belen Diaz, and Nick Smith, Mayor Teri Johnston, Commissioner Mary Lou Hoover (on the dais), Communications Supervisor Jack Burns, Vice Mayor Sam Kaufman, and Commissioners Clayton Lopez and Billy Wardlow.
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Mayor Teri Johnston and the Key West City Commission have proclaimed April as Leadership Monroe County Month in honor of the organization’s 30th anniversary. The non-profit organization has been educating and informing county leaders for 30 years with the long-term goal of developing strong, dedicated leaders working for a sense of community throughout Monroe County. As Class XXX graduates this spring, the organization has had more than 650 community leaders participate. They represent the Florida Keys business community, educational institutions, governmental entities, health care facilities and practices, arts organizations, and other professions. “The citizens of the City of Key West and Monroe County have benefitted greatly from the educational information provided by Leadership Monroe County to its graduates,” reads the proclamation. Leadership Monroe County Board President Chuck Licis-Masson and a number of graduates representing different classes accepted the honor. “Leadership actually began here in Key West,” said Licis-Masson. “It was starting by the Chamber of Commerce and later moved to the county as a non-profit.” He noted that Class XXX will be having a graduation celebration in Marathon on Saturday, April 29th at the Marathon Community Park. Mayor Johnston, in the proclamation, said she congratulates “Leadership Monroe County on its thirtieth anniversary of teaching and linking leaders of the Florida Keys, and commends this organization for its outstanding efforts to improve our community through education and information exchange.” The proclamation was sponsored by Mayor Teri Johnston, Commissioners Mary Lou Hoover, Clayton Lopez, Jimmy Weekley, Billy Wardlow, and Lisette Carey, and Vice Mayor Sam Kaufman. In the photo: Commissioner Lissette Carey, MCSO Capt. David Smith, Commissioner Jimmy Weekley, KWPD Chief Sean Brandenburg, Misha McRAE, Commissioner Mary Lou Hoover (on the dais), Chuck Licis-Masson, Stuart Strickland, Mayor Teri Johnston, Vice Mayor Sam Kaufman, Alison Higgins, Jacqueline Luhta, Mindy McKenzie, Commissioner Clayton Lopez, Alyson Crean, Jody Gross, and Commissioner Billy Wardlow.
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ENCORE FEATURE It's time again for one of the more spectacular natural events in the Keys -- turtle nesting season. The City of Key West wants to remind residents and visitors to keep the lights out near the beaches so that turtles can lay their eggs in peace and the hatchlings can find their way safely to the water. Hatchlings naturally run toward light, so we're asking that anyone living near the beach turn off the outdoor lighting and close your shades or curtains if at all possible. If the lights cannot be completely doused, try shielding them so that they don't shine toward the beach. Baby turtles are drawn to light after they hatch from their sandy nests. Porch lights can be fatal to these hatchlings. Key West's beaches are closed to the public each night at 11 p.m., and this time of year it's vital that people heed the law. April 15th through October 31st is turtle nesting season -- that time of year when these magnificent creatures crawl up out of the sea to deposit their eggs in the sand. The organization Save-A-Turtle has, in past years, seen evidence that females have crawled up on the beach and returned to the water without laying any eggs. Turtle watchers suspect these "false crawls" may be the result of human interference. Although it's tempting to try and witness this rare and wonderful aspect of our ocean environment, it's not worth the consequences. Nesting beaches have diminished as development has increased over the past several decades. It's crucial that we do all we can to ensure safe nesting beaches in Key West. |
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ENCORE FEATURE Vice Mayor Sam Kaufman presented author and Key West resident Judy Blume - along with the cast of the new film "Are you There God? It's Me, Margaret" -- with the Key to the City during its world premiere Friday at the Tropic Cinema. The film is based on Blume's classic book, and stars Rachel McAdams, Amy Brooks, Julie Ansell, Abby Ryder Fortson, and Kelly Fremont Craig. The film was produced by James L. Brooks. The event was a fundraiser for the Tropic Cinema. "It was an absolute pleasure to present the Key to the City to the cast and crew of this fantastic movie," said Kaufman. "It was a special opportunity to recognize Judy Blume and the young actress Abby Ryder Fortson who portrayed Margaret. "I was able to convey to our honored guests that Judy Blume is recognized nation-wide, but she is our hometown icon and hero!" he said. "It was so fitting to have this premier in Key West since the movie and the book are representative of the spirit of our One Human Family philosophy." |
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ENCORE FEATURE The Key West Fire Department wants to remind the owners of electric-powered vehicles that, without using the right safety precautions, lithium-ion batteries can be a fire hazard. Fire Marshal Division Chief Jason Barroso has compiled a safety tip sheet to help ensure the community's safety and avoid e-vehicle battery fires. Owners need to always follow the manufacturer's safety instructions for charging and storing them. These batteries can overheat, catch fire or even explode, causing the possibility of injuries, fires and deaths. Over the past years, the Department has seen an uptick in fires caused by unsafe charging of these batteries. "We want to be sure our community is safe," said Barroso. "That's why we've created a fact sheet for the users to ensure they don't have a fire." Some of the pointers are:
* Store batteries in open spaces * Recharge by plugging them directly into a wall outlet, not a power strip * Do not leave them to charge overnight * Keep batteries away from head and direct sunlight * Be sure you have smoke alarms in every room of the house
The Fire Department receives annual donation of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and any Key |
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