The Keys Blast from Ed Krane & Friends
January 14, 2019
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CoffeeMill Dance Studio welcomes instructor Marissa Ajamian. Photo by Robb McCormick
Coffee Mill Dance Studio Expands Venues, Classes & Events
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Woman's March on Duval Sat. Jan. 19 1-4P
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A Packed House at GingerBread Square Gallery for Michael Palmer
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Every Sunday Jazz Found at Primary Market Cities Known for Jazz at Kate Miano's The Garden's Hotels. Photos from Recent 5 Piece Ensemble & Upcoming Cabaret & Jazz Schedule
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2019 Florida Keys Seafood Festival Jan 19 & 20 at Bayview Park
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Pictured here is the Zeppelin Hindenburg as it floats past the Empire State Building over Manhattan on August 8, 1936. At the time, the German airship was heading to Lakehurst, New Jersey, from Germany. It was on May 6, 1937, when the Hindenburg exploded, creating a spectacular fireball in the sky above Lakehurst. It was 7:25 p.m. local time when the Hindenburg caught fire, the flames spread first consuming cells 1 to 9, then the rear. It was completely engulfed then imploded. There were 97 people on board and 35 fatalities, 13 were passengers, 22 crewmen, and there was also a worker on the ground who was killed, raising the final death toll to 36 people.
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Part 21 Groovy History's "A Look Back at the 60's & 70's Through Photographs"
On the Street Where You Live by Helen Kordon Acrylic
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Morning Has Broken by Rachel Feinberg Oil
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Part 4 from the Winter's Members Show at the Key West Art Center on Front Street.
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"Photos of the Week" from Executive Contributing Editor Peter Arnow.
Deer Couple by Luis Sottil
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Human Triumph by Luis Sottil
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Crying Girl by Roy Lichtenstein
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Homenajes (Homage) Alvar Sunol
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The Key West Gallery has so many Great Artists. This Past Weekend a New Artist to the Gallery : Luis Sottil Gave In-Gallery Demonstrations. The January 21st. Issue will have more from Luis & about 8 of their 30+ Artists that Hang Year Round
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"SouthernMost House" CJ Groth
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Pam Hobbs
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This Issue Contains Part 5 of the Winter
Member's Exhibition "Look Upwards to the Sky" Below "Waves" by Rosanne Potter Acrylic on Canvas
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"Clear Skies" by Lucy Paige Acrylic /Collage on Wood Panel
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Our New Look The Studios of Key West (TSKW) Sections. Featuring Their Exhibitions & Classes & New Resident Artists + Their Latest E-Mail Link Featuring Events / Exhibitions & Classes + Pt. 5 of their Winter Member's Exhibition "Look Upwards to the Sky"
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Kim Gordon's Annual Cabaret Show "Music with Heart" Jan. 18
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Rumors :A Fleetwood Mac Tribute 1/20
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(L) Many TW Events Inc. Poetry & Short Story Contests (Above) One of the Many Impromptu Classical Concerts of KW : Lomazov / Rackers Piano Duo
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Chaz Bowers : Organ 1/13
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This and Most of the Upcoming Issues will have Photos of Just a few of the Hundreds of Weekly Activities that Sheriff Ramsay and his Troops are Involved In.
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Let's Roll by Gabrielle Wilson
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Dog Starr by David Scott Meier
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Raku Vessel by Marc Hacker
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Photo by Alyson Crean
The City of KW Honors IT Tech & Internet Guru Dorothy Todd Retiring After 14 Years |
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The Keys Blast from Ed Krane and Friends ; Going out to over 7965 Weekly. In this Issue January 14, 2019 : Coffee Mill Dance Studio, Full Moon Kayak Excursions, Wounded Warrior Veterans Ride / Project, Woman's March 1/19, Packed GingerBread Square Gallery for Michael Palmer Reception, Sunday Jazz in the Gardens at The Gardens Hotel, 2019 Fla. Keys Seafood Festival 1/19 & 20 at Bayview Park; also at Bayview Park every Thurs. "Green Market" & Next "Artisan Market" at Higgs Beach 2/10, TDC's WWW.FLA-KEYS.COM "Keys Traveler", Pt. 21 "Groovy History's" : "A Look back at the 60's & 70's Through Photographs, Pt. 4 Key West Art Center's Members Show, First Tennessee Williams Celebration of Many in 2019 (Photos Next Week), Many Events-Classes-Exhibitions at KWAHS & TSKW, "Photos of the Week" from Executive Contributing Editor Peter Arnow, WWW.EQFL.ORG , WWW.KWLS.ORG ,
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WWW.MILEZEROKEYWEST.COM , Key West Gallery Hosts Luis Sottil ,
WWW.ABSOLUTELYAMAZINGEBOOKS.COM , Many "Books and Books" Events in January and February, Pt. 8 Artists of Guild Hall, Pt.5 TSKW Members Show : "Look Upwards to the Sky", Key West Theater Presents Many Show Inc. Kim Gordon's "Music with Heart" 1/18 & "Rumors" Tribute to Fleetwood Mac 1/20, WWW.THEBLUEPAPER.COM has Hundreds of Local News Features/Photos and Videos, Impromptu Classical Concerts of KW Opens the 2019 Season 1/13 with Organist Chaz Bowers and 1/27 with Timothy Chooi (Violin), Next WKBG Mixer 2/13 Viva Salon-Next Luncheon 2/14, WWW.DOITKEYWEST.COM Extensive Calendar of Events, KWAHS Opens 4 Exhibitions this Year starting on 1/18 "KW -Bahamas Connection", OIRF starts Season on 1/18 & 19 Home Tours, MCSO Helping Out So Many, The City of Key West Honors Dorothy Todd, William Welch Remembered with Many Events Planned 1/25 - 27,
Paradise Big Band of Key West 1/27, Frangipani Gallery's New Exhibition Featuring Gabrielle Wilson / David Scott Meier & Marc Hacker, AnnaMarie Giordano's "Life Drawing Workshops" Tues.,
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"Overseas to the Keys : Henry Flagler's OverSeas Railway", "Visions of Cuba" Opens 2/1 at The Fla. Keys Council of the Arts at Gator; Curated by Alaen Ledesma Fernandez, "Porgy & Bess" 1/19 at South Florida Symphony Orchestra, Gildea Contemporary Fine Art Gallery,
WWW.FKSPCA.ORG , Tablet & SmartPhone Classes at KW Library, Kelly McGillis Classic 1/22-29 ( Women's Football) + Kelly's Special Event with Monologues, Carol Tedesco "Coins Recovered from the Nuestra Senora de Atocha" 1/24 at Custom House, "I'm Gonna Pray for You So Hard" 1/23-2/2 XP Theater Featuring Bob Bowersox & Melody G. Moore, Short Attention Span Theatre 1/15-2/9 Red Barn, "A Doll's House Pt. 2" at WF 1/22-2/9, & Fringe Many Events that we List, WWW.TROPICCINEMA.COM , Anne McKee Artists Fund Auction 2/13, Harrison Gallery, Gallery on Greene, Cocco & Salem Gallery, Stone Soup Gallery, Lucky Street Gallery, KW Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden,
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Reef Relief-MOTE-Sanc. Friends Found. of the Florida Keys-Keys Wildlife Society-FWC-KW Wildlife Ctr., Marc House Plant Store,
WWW.KEYWESTWELLNESSCENTER.COM , Key West Garden Club, KW Orchid Society, "Preserve Island Life", Last Stand : Protecting the Keys, Keys Community Concert Band 1/19 at Founders Park in Islamorada, Karen Wray's "Collections Gallery", Salt Island Provisions Gallery "The Feminine Magique : Woman's Work", United Way of the Fla. Keys, Aids Help CC, Fla. Health Monroe Co., FKCC, LKMC, Truman Little White House, Q-Magazine, WWW.CFFK.ORG , "Hamptons Arts & Culture" Section, WWW.LUCILLEKHORNAK.COM , KWAHS "Conch Revival Picnic" 1/22, WWW.VFWPOST3911.ORG , & Much More.
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WWW.GINGERBREADSQUAREGALLERY.COM 1207 Duval St. 305-296-8900
Presents the Michael Palmer Exhibition Up until the Nyla Witmore Reception and exhibition Feb. 4th.
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More Michael Palmer at GingerBread Square Gallery Up Shortly
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WWW.FLORIDAKEYSWILDLIFESOCIETY.ORG 305-872-0465
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(Formerly Called FAVOR)
Full Moon Kayak Excursions
Our most popular fundraising activity is back for 2019! Join us for a relaxing paddle along the mangrove shoreline of No Name Key. Watch the full moon rise as the sun sets. Proceeds benefit the local wildlife through the Florida Keys Wildlife Society. $25 donation includes kayak, gear and experienced guide. Please arrive about 1/2 hour early to ensure a prompt departure. Call/text Captain Bill 305-872-7474 to reserve your spot on the next excursion. This Feature was edited due to Editing Interface Issues. Click Below for the Complete E-Mailer.
Fri 1/18 4:30-6:30P, Sun. 2/17 5-7p, M 3/18 6-8p, Wed. 4/17 6:30-8:30p, Thur. 5/16 6:30-8:30p, Fri. 6/14 6:30-8:30p
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WWW.KEYWESTIMPROMPTU.ORG 401 Duval St.
Kathy Hooper at Info@Keywestimpromptu.org
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International stars headline
Impromptu Classical Concerts' 2019 season
Some of the biggest names in classical music will shine brightly during the 2019 season of Impromptu Classical Concerts.
From solo organists and violinists, to piano duos, string quartets and more, this stellar season promises to be one of the most successful yet for the concert series, the oldest such showcase in Key West, having been founded in 1972.
Fresh from its highly successful 2018 season, which was a tribute to the centenary of the birth of Leonard Bernstein, (a frequent visitor to the Southernmost City,) Impromptu's '19 season gets underway on Jan. 13, with acclaimed organist Chaz Bowers, who will perform to rededicate the magnificent St. Paul's Church organ after 30 years of additions and renovations..
As a classical organist and improvisational artist, Bowers has delighted audiences from his native Western Pennsylvania to the shores of Bermuda with masterful performances of favorites from the canon of great organ literature.
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All Impromptu performances take place at 4 p.m., at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 401 Duval St.
Tickets cost $20 at the door, on the day of the show, with all students being admitted free of charge. Season tickets are available, as are sponsorship opportunities.
For more information, and ticket orders, visit http://www.keywestimpromptu.org/
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The KWAHS (The Key West Art & Historical Society) Updated "OverSeas to the Keys : Henry Flagler's OverSeas Railway". In the Next Few Issues we'll Have Many Photos from this Really Interesting Permanent Exhibition at their Custom House Museum.
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Part 4 : Key West Art Center Member's Show
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WWW.KEYWESTARTCENTER.COM 301 Front St. 305-294-1241
Info@Keywestartcenter.com
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Pineapple & Bees by Maggie Ruley Acrylic
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Sail Fish by Thomas Avery Acrylic on Driftwood
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Turtle Tag by Fran Decker Acrylic
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Waiting by Carol Rezba Oil on Canvas
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UnderWater Island Time by Margo Ellis Fiber and Beads
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More of Part 4 : The Key West Art Center 2018/2019 Winter's Members Exhibition Up Shortly
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Part 21 of Groovy History's " A Look back at the 60's & 70's Through Photographs"
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The Munsters
was a family sitcom depicting the daily life of a family of monsters. The series was a satire of the wholesome family depictions popular of the time as well as traditional monster movies. Although it ran concurrently with The Addams Family, which was similar in theme, it still achieved higher figures in the Nielsen ratings. Believe it or not,
The Munsters is coming back! A reboot is currently in the works over at NBC. They have stated they're drawing inspiration from the 1960s classic, but the new series will be embracing the modern age. The Munster family will no longer be living at 1313 Mockingbird Lane, the show will follow the gothic family's struggle to fit-in, in hipster Brooklyn
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Pictured here are the once popular S&H Green Stamps. They were trading stamps and a part of a rewards system popular in the United States from the 1930s until the late 1980s. Customers would receive them at the checkout counter of grocery stores, gas stations, and department stores, and redeem them for products in the catalog. Green Stamps were one of the first retail loyalty programs and the height of its popularity was during the mid-1960s. After a series of recessions during the 1970s, sales decreased and the value of the rewards declined as well. Soon it didn't seem worthwhile as it required far more stamps to get anything really worthwhile.
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Doctor Who is an iconic series in British pop culture that (thankfully) made its way to the U.S. and has become a massive cult hit here as well. The sci-fi series debuted in the early sixties and follows the misadventures of the time traveling renegade Doctor throughout the galaxy. Pictured here are characters, Ian, Susan, The Doctor, and Barbara in front of the TARDIS at the opening of one of Doctor Who's "lost episodes" from the original series, titled Marco Polo.
The first run lasted 25-years, then it was revived in 2005. This resurgence brought the attention of the new generation back to the old series from the 1960s. Now both are legendary. How could a show with one main star last this long? Well, the power of regeneration of course. The show has a built-in premise of a rotating the leading man.
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Dance marathons were wildly popular during the Great Depression era, they were like the reality TV of the time. They weren't just about dancing, they were also a way to make money as a spectator's sport. People would fill these dance halls, paying roughly twenty-five cents a pop to watch these cheery couples dance and then slowly fall apart. People would dance until they literally dropped. One tragic dance -a-thon case was that of Homer Morehouse, who danced for 87-hours before collapsing from sheer exhaustion and then died right there on the dance floor. Another awful case took place during a dance marathon in Seattle. A women dedicated 19-days of her life to dancing, only to receive fifth place. She attempted suicide because of it. After that incident, Seattle passed an ordinance banning dance marathons from being held within city limits.
More Groovy History's "A Look back at the 60's and 70's Through Photograph" Up Shortly . The Next Two Parts will have : The Beach Boys, Prayer in School, WW II Fighter Plane & D-Day, Tom JOnes, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bette Davis, Joan Crawford, & Nasa's Neil Armstrong (The First Man to Land on the Moon and Step on The Moon)
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Sunday Jazz at The Gardens Hotel
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The band members are, L to R,
Mark Rose, saxophones & flute;
Peter Diamond Ilacqua, vocals & percussion;
Tim McAlpine, guitar;
Hal Howland, drums; and
Bubba Lownotes (Robert Barton), bass.
PART 2 of this Ensemble Group is in The Gardens Hotel Weekly Feature Further Down inc. the next 2 Bands to Perform
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GRAND OPENING FEB 1, 2019 AT FLORIDA KEYS COUNCIL OF THE ARTS BUILDING (GATO CUBAN CIGAR FACTORY) 1100 SIMONTON ST.
Curated by Alaen Ledesma Fernandez
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Due to Positioning Constraints (Large Amount of Verbiage); We have a Large Amount of Info. on this event at the end of this Issue
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WWW.TSKW.ORG 305-296-0458 533 Eaton St.
Part 5 "Look Upwards to the Sky" The Winter Member's Show Featuring 140 Works. As we do every Year. We present a Multi-Part / Week Feature on ALL 140 Works. So even when the Exhibition comes
down on 12/27 ; you will be able to see ALL the Works (Through the Past Links I'll Provide)
Vessel Series : Red Sun at Night by Lauren P. McAloon Raku Ceramics , Steel, Copper & Waxed Thread
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To The Beauty of Trees by Deborah J. Moore Acrylic
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Green Parrot by Tom Buckard Photograph
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Rooster Fight by Scott Mawhinney Acrylic
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Perpetual by Debbie Popagain Mannequin
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More "Look Upwards to the Sky" Part 5 Up Shortly
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Saturday, January 19, 2019 at 7:30pm
Tennessee Williams Theatre, 5901 College Rd.
Tennessee Williams Theatre, 5901 College Rd.
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'Porgy and Bess' is a key example of the greatness American Opera has achieved in emerging from the shadow of its European roots. A star studded all-black cast joins the SFSO, presenting a bold mix of modernist classics, ragtime, blues, jazz and spirituals, included, are the great Gershwin standards that reach notably eloquent, heartfelt, and genre-crossing heights. Click TIK link for Official Ticket Sales.
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305-293-7300
Sue Harrison was nice enough to start sending the magazine directly MANY of the Hundreds Events / Activities that the Women and Men of the MCSO and their Helper are Involved In.
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Next Animal Farm Openings Sunday 1-3pm on the 2nd & 4th. Sundays every month : https://www.facebook.com/KeysAnimalFarm/
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GILDEA CONTEMPORARY FINE ART GALLERY 522 Southard St. 305-440-3673 WWW.GILDEAGALLERY.COM
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Part 8
The Artists of Guild Hall Gallery
614 Duval St. 305-296-6076
This entire Section of Part 8 is from Chuck Hightower
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Next Up from The Guild Hall is Abigail White
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Just a few of the Features in the Jan. 21st. Issue
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Pino Dangelico
The Key West Art Gallery 601 Duval St. 305-292-9339. An Amazing and Diverse UpScale Group of Artists Includes Peter Max, Adam Scott Rote, Pino Dangelico, Bill Mack, Gary Welton, Klevenski, Alfredo Navarro, Alex Butirskiy and his Amazing International Urban Landscapes + So Many Additional Artists.
The Jan 21st. Issue will Feature 8 of their Artists; including a visit last week from new addition to the Gallery : Luis Sottil
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We continue with Part 5 of the TSKW Members Show "Look Upwards to the Sky"
Nancy's Birthday by Caroline Stover-Sickmen Photograph
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Starting Over by Matt Pupich Acrylic
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All 3 Floors were used for "Look Upwards to the Sky" Here were the works on the 3rd. Floor of TSKW
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Heaven Bound by Priscilla Coote. Corache with Archival Varnish
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Harbor Light by Bill Hartman WaterColor
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There is a Light Up There! by Theo Glorie Recycled Wood. Editor's Note : Speaking about Recycled & Conservation & Helping Clean the Planet. I was chatting with Theo a few days ago; and his Cafe "Coffee Plantation" Just received a Special Award for their restaurant being 100% Sensitive to the Ecology of the World (More on this to come).
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TABLET AND SMARTPHONE CLASSES
Allison Rich, Sr. Library Assistant, and Michael Nelson of the Monroe County Public Library Informs us of this Important Presentation
700 Fleming Street, Key West, FL 33040, 305-292-3595
Tablet and Smartphone Classes
The Key West Library at 700 Fleming St is offering smartphone and tablet classes for those new devices that you've just received. Bring your questions and devices! Seating is limited so please call ahead to reserve your spot today, 305-292-3595. Classes start at 10am.
Thursday January 17th - Overview of Android devices and Kindle Fire. Learn how to turn on the WiFi, surf the web, and other basics on your new Android tablet or smartphone. If you need help setting up your Play store account, please come in before class for assistance.
Thursday January 24th - Overview of Apple Devices. Learn how to turn on the WiFi, surf the web, and other basics on your new Apple tablet or smartphone. If you need help setting up your iTunes account, please come in before class for assistance.
Thursday January 31st - Overview of Android devices and Kindle Fire. Learn how to turn on the WiFi, surf the web, and other basics on your new Android tablet or smartphone. If you need help setting up your Play store account, please come in before class for assistance.
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JANUARY 22-29 WWW.IWFFA.COM E-Mail IWFFA@IWFFA.COM
305-293-9315
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An evening of Monologues - Kelly McGillis, actress in movies: Top Gun, Witness, The Accused - will critique and direct original monologues written by women around the world to prepare for a live performance in front of an audience on Wednesday, January 23, 2019. The public is invited to join in the performances. Each monologue should not exceed two minutes and must be submitted to Kelly McGillis no later than January 10, 2019.
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WWW.FRANGIPANIGALLERY.COM ,
305-296-0440 1102 Duval St.
The Current Exhibition at Frangipani Gallery "Roaming the Streets of Key West" Featuring Gabrielle Wilson, David Scott Meier & Marc Hacker (Additional Info in their Weekly Section Further Down)
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
A Special Show of William Welch Paintings at Frangipani Gallery Jan 25 + Other Events on Jan. 26 & 27
William Welch, one of Key West's iconic artists passed away in November. His partner and family will be in Key West for a Celebration of Life at the Gardens Hotel on Jan 26 and the Crooks Second Line on January 27. Frangipani Gallery will feature some of Bill's paintings with a special reception on Friday January 25, 5-7 PM. Please join us for a toast to this wonderful friend and exceptional artist.
Key West and Nantucket artist William H. Welch lost his battle with multiple myeloma Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. He was 71. In a rich career spanning more than 35 years, Bill gained international renown for his evocative work drawing from an expressive passion for light and color in the impressionist tradition. Bill was born in Cleveland, Ohio, May 21, 1947. He received his bachelor's degree in graphic and fine arts from Ohio University in 1970, and graduate training at Philadelphia College of Art. A dynamic and devoted member of the Key West artist community, he received the Miriam B. Good award from the Anne Mckee Artist Fund in 2014. Bill also spent many years in France, where he honed his technique in Normandy, Brittany and Provence, and developed a strong following with regular shows in Arles and Giverny. One of Bill's great joys was teaching art students all over the world, particularly in the technique of plein air: painting outdoors in natural light.
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His work has been represented in numerous galleries in the U.S. and overseas, including his own William Welch Waterside Studio and Gallery on Easy Street on Nantucket and Frangipani Gallery in Key West. He is survived by his loving partner, David Fronheiser; his sister, Sherrey Welch, of Venice, Fla.; five nieces and nephews, eight grandnieces and grandnephews; three stepnieces and stepnephews, and a stepgrandnephew. There will be a show of William Welch works at the Frangipani Gallery, 1102 A Duval Street on Friday, January 25 from 5 PM to 7 PM. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 26 at the Gardens Hotel. Please call the Frangipani Gallery at 305-849-1581 for further information . In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to: AH of Monroe County, Inc. (AIDS Help)
1434 Kennedy Drive, Key West FL 33040 305.296.6196
Or Anne McKee Artist Fund
PO Box 2094, Key West FL 33045
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Hosted by Women's March Florida : Keys Chapter
1-4pm Jan. 19
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We will gather at the Southernmost Beach at 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 19, 2019. The 1400 block of Duval. At 2:00pm we begin marching down Duval. We will have a trolley available for those who cant make it the whole way. We are to keep our group as close knit as possible to help make it easier on the officers of the KWPD who are helping us out so much. The March will proceed down the full length of Duval Street and we will end at Mallory Square where the event will conclude. There will be a trolley & train available for those who can not walk the whole way, it can seat up to 110.
This event is about peace and love, social justice, and unity and equality for all. We in no way support or promote harassment of ANY KIND. We are here to show LOVE is stronger than hate! Please, no blatantly anti-trump or anti-republican shirts or signs and no illegal forms of protest. Thank you for helping us create a positive space to March in support of our rights as human beings.
This event is about peace and love, social justice, and unity and equality for all. We in no way support or promote harassment of ANY KIND. We are here to show LOVE is stronger than hate! Please, no blatantly anti-trump or anti-republican shirts or signs and no illegal forms of protest. Thank you for helping us create a positive space to March in support of our rights as human beings.
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The First of 3 Sections for KWAHS in this Issue
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Jan 24 at the Custom House 6-7pm Carol Tedesco Presents "Coins Recovered from the Nuestra Senora de Atocha. Click this Facebook Link for additional Info. https://www.facebook.com/events/1049609735208741/
Key West Art & Historical Society celebrates local Bahamian culture in upcoming exhibit
Key West Art & Historical Society invites the public to celebrate the island's Bahamian heritage and culture in their upcoming exhibit "The Key West/Bahamas Connection," which opens with a special reception on Friday, January 18 from 6:00pm -7:30pm in the Bryan Gallery at the Custom House Museum. The exhibit will reveal both the historical and contemporary connections between the two locations, demonstrating how much of Key West's culture and community is deeply rooted in the Bahamas. "The Key West/Bahamas Connection" will run through April 7. For more information call Cori Convertito, Ph.D., at 305-295-6616 x112, email her at cconvertitofarrar@kwahs.org, or visitkwahs.org. Your Museums. Your Community. It Takes an Island.
Side-by-side images of Key West Bight (left) and Hope Town, Bahamas (right) from the 1880s reveal the unmistakable connection between each location. Images courtesy of Monroe County Public Libraries.
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2019 Tennessee Williams Poetry and Short-story Writing Contests call for poets and writers
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2019 Tennessee Williams Poetry and Short-story Writing Contests call for poets and writers
Key West Art & Historical Society invites poets and writers to submit works for the 2019 Tennessee Williams Poetry and Short-story Writing Contests - components of the upcoming Key West Tennessee Williams Birthday Celebration. Submission cost is $20.00; deadline is March 1. For complete details, guidelines, prize descriptions, and entry upload link visit kwahs.org/events. For more information on these and other Tennessee Williams Birthday Celebration events contact Society Event Coordinator Dani Holliday at dholliday@kwahs.org or 305-295-6616 extension 114. Sponsored in part by the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys and The Studios of Key West. (Photo Credit: Ida Woodward Barron Collection / Monroe County Public Library)
Including The Conch Revival Picnic Jan. 22
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WWW.THEKEYWESTTHEATER.COM 512 Eaton St. 305-985-0433
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KIM GORDON AT THE KEW WEST THEATER JAN. 18
Key West favorite Kim Gordon returns to the Key West Theater on January 18th with a brand-new cabaret that weaves beloved Broadway tunes and favorite standards with fresh, fun cabaret numbers.
Kim Gordon: Music With Heart
shakes things up with a unique musical mix that's funny, romantic, swinging and sexy. Proceeds from this rare solo concert and the champagne and dessert after party will benefit the Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys to provide help right here in our community.
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Show Details
Kim Gordon: Music With Heart.
Key West Theater | 512 Eaton Street | Key West, FL | 33040
January 18th, 2019 - Doors 7:00PM // Show 8:00 PM.
TICKETS:
Online at WWW.THEKEYWESTTHEATER.COM , ticketfly.com OR at the Key West Theater box office at 512 Eaton St.
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Part 8
The Artists of Guild Hall Gallery
614 Duval St. 305-296-6076
All of the Paintings below are from Abigail White
"Sailor's Conch House"
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"Blue Moon Conch House"
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"Schooners Wharf Bar"
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"Consider The Lilies"
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"La Te Da"
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More Guild Hall Artists Up Shortly. Here are some of the Guild Hall Artists will are Featuring in Upcoming Weeks : Ann Irvine, Pam Hobbs, Lynne Fischer, CJ Groth, Sonia Robinson, Mally Weaver, Thomas Avery, Chuck Hightower,Sue Ellen Crowley, Lawrence Halstead, David Hoot, Poochie Myers, Susan Sturtevant, ECG, Armida Averette, Eddie Pulido, Kathy Sage, Abigail White, Bob Slitzan, Teresa Willis, Jordan, Antonio, & Susan O'Neill. Here is the Link to the Issues so far Dec 3 : https://conta.cc/2RzGABu
and Dec 10th. https://conta.cc/2RMyvtn , Dec. 17th. https://conta.cc/2Cme6GB , Dec 24 https://conta.cc/2EJ9I5R , Dec 31 :
https://conta.cc/2EZybEl , Jan. 7th. HTTPS://CONTA.CC2/FgKFaM
and Nov. 26th https://conta.cc/2RcCAH5
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Part 21
"A Look Back at the 60's & 70's Through Photographs" from Groovy History
Many Readers have commented that they are really enjoying this Multi-Part Feature ; here are the Links to the First 19 Parts....
Part 1 was in the Sept 3 Issue ; Here is the Link https://conta.cc/2Cb0fVs
Part 2 ( https://conta.cc/2oTRJAB ) was in the Sept 10 Issue . Part 3 was in the Sept 17 Issue https://conta.cc/2p00b1n
Part 4 was in Sept. 24 https://conta.cc/2Djqcm1
Part 5 Oct. 1 https://conta.cc/2N59BCh
Part 6 Oct 8th https://conta.cc/2PjiTwu
Part 7 Oct. 15 https://conta.cc/2yARY82
Part 8 Oct. 22 Pt. 1 https://conta.cc/2EADFXo
Part 9 Oct. 22 Pt. 2 https://conta.cc/2CZqjlY
Part 10 OCT 29 2018
Part 11 Nov. 5th https://conta.cc/2QimyLl
Part 13 Nov. 19 NOV. 19, 2018
Part 15 Dec. 3 https://conta.cc/2RzGABu
Part 16 Dec. 10 https://conta.cc/2RMyvtn
Part 18 Dec 24 : https://conta.cc/2EJ9I5R
Part 19 Dec 31
Part 20 Jan. 7 HTTPS://CONTA.CC2/FgKFaM
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Pictured here are The Beach Boys in 1965, the same year Salt Lake City was released.
The Beach Boys became wildly popular because their California surf-inspired sound was so unique. Surf-rock had yet to emerge and the Beach boys quickly became the most influential American band of the sixties. With over eighty songs topping charts worldwide, they remain one of the most critically acclaimed, commercially successful, and widely influential bands of all time.
What many people don't know, is prior to the notorious "Manson murders", Beach Boys drummer Dennis Wilson became pals with Charles Manson back in 1968. Wilson introduced Manson around and even helped him secure recording sessions for his own album "Lie: The Love Terror Cult".
The Beach Boys also ended up doing a cover of Manson's song "Cease to Exist" but on their album, it was called "Never Learn Not to Love." It was released in 1969, a year before Manson's album and they didn't give him writing credit for the track on their LP.
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This photograph was taken in a public school back in 1962 during the case for Engel v. Vitale, 370 U.S. 421. The issue was whether prayer in public schools was in violation of the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment. As we all know now, prayer is no longer apart of daily activities in public schools. Reactions were (and still are) unsurprisingly negative, many school districts and entire states have tried to reestablish some form of school-sponsored prayer. Since the 1990s its tended to revolve around prayer at school-sponsored extracurricular activities. Which you'd think would be okay since they are after school and on a volunteer basis but they were denied. Other attempts have included prayer at graduation ceremonies and prior to high school sports games, all of which were ruled unconstitutional.
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Pictured here is the aftermath of a US Fighter Aircraft that had crashed down along the waterfront of Juno Beach sometime after Canadian forces had landed on a Juno Beach D-Day landing zone in Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer, France. It was taken on 6 June 1944.The Normandy landings (termed D-Day) were the operations of the Allied invasion of Normandy in during World War II and was the largest seaborne invasion in history. The operation marked the beginning of the complete liberation of a German-occupied northwestern Europe from Nazi control.
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Pictured here is Arnold Schwarzenegger with singer Tom Jones back in 1977. Schwarzenegger didn't arrive in the states until 1968. He was barely able to speak English but made a name for himself first, as a professional bodybuilder throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Then he became a highly sought after action star in the 1990s. Finally, Schwarzenegger took up politics and became the Governor of California from 2003 to 2011.Sir Thomas John Woodward, better known as Tom Jones, has a career spanning over six decades now. His emergence as a vocalist was in the mid-1960s and followed by a string of top hits, regular touring, and live appearances in Las Vegas. In recent years he became a coach on the BBC show The Voice UK. He's still releasing albums and making various television appearances.
More of Part 21 Groovy History's " A Look Back at the 60's and 70's Through Photographs" Up Shortly
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WWW.KEYWESTARTCENTER.COM 301 Front St. 305-294-1241
Info@Keywestartcenter.com
On the Street Where You Live by Helen Kordon Acrylic
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Untitled#3 Cat Bird & Friends by Carrie Disrud Mixed media
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Summer Garden by Jane Gilbert Acrylic
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Egret by Suzane Holt Mixed Media
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Going Shrimping by Mally Weaver WaterColor
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More Winter Member's Show from the Key West Art Center; Up Shortly
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The Paradise Big Band of Key West on Jan. 27th. at the Tennessee Williams Theater
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The Paradise Big Band, the Florida Keys' only full-sized jazz orchestra, will give its first concert of the New Year on Sunday, January 27, 2019 at 8 PM at the Tennessee Williams Fine Arts Center. Tickets, at $25-$35, are available at KeysTix.com or at the Tennessee Williams Theater box office, 305-296-1520 The band is directed by Joe Dallas, Jr. The program ranges over much of the history of the music, from Benny Goodman's 1937 classic, "I'm Coming, Virginia" to a pair of contemporary compositions by Larry Smith, the band's pianist. Larry's originals were arranged especially for this concert by the outstanding saxophonist Tim Mayer, making his appearance here for his annual winter visit from his position teaching jazz in Mexico. Since celebrating its twentieth anniversary last year, the band, always popular, has moved its concerts to the main auditorium of the Tennessee Williams theater to accommodate its growing fan base.
For more information contact: Caron Balkany at Balkany@aol.com 305 849-1073
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Many Additional Photos taken from their Facebook Page (Above) will be in our Jan. 21st. Issue Featuring an Amazing Bunch of Extremely Talented Musicians
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CoffeeMill Dance Studio expands class offerings for adults and children: Registration now open.
CoffeeMill Dance Studio, Key West's premier instructional dance studio for over 35 years, kicks off their Winter/Spring season with a new, expanded class schedule of professional and recreational children's and adult dance and fitness classes at their two state-of-the-art studios-'By the Bay' at 3340 North Roosevelt Blvd. #2 and 'The Annex' at 804 White Street, their new location that offers two dance spaces.
"We are accepting new students and have welcoming, no stress, new, drop-in classes available for everyone of all ages, levels, and abilities," says CoffeeMill Director Penny Leto.
A cultural haven in the dance community, the Coffee Mill offers professional dance and fitness instruction to all ages and skill levels with a wide array of weekly class offerings: Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Tap, Lyrical, HipHop, Towards Ballet and Hippity Hop for our tiniest dancers, Musical Theatre, Bellydance, African Dance, Capoeira, Yoga, Zumba®, Tai Chi/Qi Gong, Yoga, Jazzercise®, Lambada, Latin Dance, Essentrics, Gymnastics, and new Aerial Yoga classes with Monica Matroci and Pole Fitness classes with Joseph Goodman. They are home to Young Dance Collective (YDC), CoffeeMill's newly-formed non-profit dance company comprised of student dancers ages 8-17 that have already garnered numerous awards at NUVO Dance Competition in Orlando. And CoffeeMill instructors also offer private lessons, dance workshops, choreography services, performance opportunities, and wedding dance instruction.
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"The CoffeeMill Dance Studio has been teaching all styles of dance to Key Westers and visitors since 1983 and strives to provide a fun and encouraging learning environment through quality instruction and a varied class schedule," says Leto. "Whether you've been dancing for years, are just starting out, are looking to get back into it, or are just looking for a fun alternative to your normal workout routine, there is a class for you."
Register now or drop in for a class to explore or continue the development of dance in you or your child's world with experienced teachers in a nurturing, supportive, and professional dance studio. For more information, call the CoffeeMill Dance Studio at 305-296-9982, email coffeemilldance@aol.com, or visitWWW.COFFEEMILL.COM for a full schedule.
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WWW.THEATREXP.ORG 302-540-6102
Starring Bob Bowersox and Melody G. Moore
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Presented by TheatreXP and The Studios, Starring Bob Bowersox and Melody G. Moore. Written by Halley Feiffer / Directed by Carole McCartee. WED-SUN JAN 23-27, 8PM SHOW & WED-SAT JAN 30-FEB 2, 8PM SHOW
$60 Preferred Seating, $44, $35 mbrs. TUE JAN 22 - Special Preview Night (only $25!)
WED JAN 23 - Reception to follow opening night. FRI JAN 25 - Talk Back with cast and director
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Part 2 Michael Palmer Reception and Exhibition
ALSO WATCH FOR THE FEBRUARY 4TH. RECEPTION AND EXHIBITION FROM NYLA WITMORE (A Few of her Paintings Follow with Many additional Works in the Jan. 21 and Jan 28th Issues)
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The Michael Palmer Exhibition will be Up All Month and then on Feb. 4th. the Nyla Witmore Reception and the start of her February Exhibition
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Part 2 "Overseas to the Keys : Henry Flagler's Overseas Railway"
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5230 College Rd. 305-294-4857
M-F 10a-6p, Sat. 10a-2pm, Sunday Closed
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WWW.WATERFRONTPLAYHOUSE.ORG 407 Wall St. 305-294-5015 https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontplayhouse
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WWW.FRINGETHEATER.ORG 305-731-0581
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FRINGE THEATRE GIFT CERTIFICATE INFO. Press GIFT Link
Collected Stories by Donald Margulies,
KW Woman's Club,
Jan 22-Feb 2 at 7pm.
Lee Roy Reams : 1 Night Only Tropic Cinema March 12. Air Heart On Stage TWT April 9-11 7pm
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Save the Date for 2019 Anne McKee Fine Art Auction
The 2019 Anne McKee Annual Fine Art Auction will occur on Wednesday, February 13th. The auction will take place for the third year at The Studios of Key West. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the auction will begin at 7:00 p.m. Light hors d'oeuvres, Champagne and desserts will be included in the $25 ticket price and there will also be a cash bar. VIP seating is available for $50. The auction preview will be from February 7th - 13th at The Studios of Key West. The highlight of this year's auction will be an original Sal Salinero painting valued at nearly $10.000.
The McKee art auction raises money for project-based grants to Keys visual, literary and performing artists. Founded by longtime Key West resident and philanthropist, Anne McKee, the non-profit fund has awarded more than $265,000 since 1994. Tickets are now available at www.mckeefund.org.
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We Continue with the
2018 Annual Member's Exhibition "Look Upwards to the Sky"
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WWW.TSKW.ORG 305-296-0458 533 Eaton St.
Vista II by Jane Gilbert Acrylic
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Above the Pyramids by Diana Heller Photo
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Beachside Island Time by Margo Ellis Fabric and Beads
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Breath in the Light by Sandra Trupcevic-West Mixed Media / Paint Pouring
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Keys Sun Dreams by Scott Rickert Photographs
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Part 6 "Look Upward to the Sky" TSKW Member's Show in the Jan. 21st. Issue
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Harrison Gallery
WWW.HARRISON-GALLERY.COM 825 White St. 305-294-0609
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WWW.KEYWEST.GARDEN 5210 College Rd. 305-296-1504
Local Artist works on Sculpture for the Tom Majors Wood Art Invitational
The Key West Tropical Forest is partnering with The Studios of Key West which is hosting the "Tom Majors Wood Art Invitational". This is a month-long, island-wide celebration that will be held in March, 2019. It will showcase the creative potential of wood, and by extension, a statement of faith that the intersection of humankind and nature needn't be disastrous, but can result in objects and experiences filled with beauty and meaning. The Studios of Key West, in addition to serving as the hub for the invitational, will host "With the Grain", an exhibition of contemporary wood artists from across the country.
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WWW.TROPICCINEMA.COM 416 Eaton St. 305-396-4944
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Marathon Garden Club Meeting, Friday, January 18th at 12:30 pm.
Susan Ley Sends Regards. The monthly meeting of the Marathon Garden Club will take place on Friday, January 18th at 12:30pm at the garden club, 5270 Overseas Highway, MM50, Bayside. The program, "Care and Potting of Orchids,"will be presented by orchid expert, Vernon Bloch. He willspeak on the care of orchids and demonstrate various potting techniques. He will have orchids for sell along with potting supplies and a new fertilizer that he says is a miracle! Guests are always welcome. Call 305-743-4971 for more information or visit www.marathongardenclub.org.
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Marathon Garden Club Jamboree and Rummage Sale, January 26th
Saturday, January 26th, the Marathon Garden Club, 5270 Overseas Highway, MM50, Gulf (across from Publix), will hold their annual January Jamboree from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. Huge rummage sale, plus over 20 vendors selling plants and orchids, jewelry, pottery and other unique art works. Here is your chance to buy plants grown in the Keys that are specifically geared to our climate and soil conditions. Call 305-743-4971 for more information, or visit www.marathongardenclub.org.
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Introducing Shark Zen!
Reef Relief is excited to introduce our new friends at Shark Zen! Any purchases made through the following link give Reef Relief 20% of the sale.
Shark Zen helps those that love the ocean style their lives with ocean wildlife. Check out Shark Zen's premium ocean wildlife t-shirts, UV protective performance shirts, art prints, and more.
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Key West Artisan Market Green & Sustainable Edition January 13
Edited for Space ; Go to their Facebook for additional Information; like all the Vendors and Guest Booths
Key West Artisan Market: Green & Sustainable edition will be held from January 13 from 10 am to 2 pm at Higgs Beach, 100 Atlantic Blvd. Local artisans include culinary, textile, jewelry, wood, artists & crafters, curiosities, Key West Writers Guild Local Author's Nook,104.9 The X live variety show, beer, wine, Bloody Marys, Mimosas, fresh produce and lots of great food. The focus this week is on best green practices and selecting and buying sustainable products and items made from sustainable sources.
The Key West Artisan Market is a proud supporter of the City of Key West's City of Key West - Preserve Island Life Campaign. This initiative is about promoting the little things we can do to increase our community sustainability and resilience.
Guests are encouraged to go green and ride bikes, take the bus or hop on the trolley which conveniently stops at the Casa Marina. But if you need to drive (to haul away all your goodies), there's ample parking in and around the park and designated ADA spots. Please BYOB&C (bring your own bags and chairs).
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Lois Songer sends regards and reminds us that their Two Large Outdoor Events are coming up Early Next Year with more details to follow soon : They are The Annual "Crafts Show" January 26 + 27 and The Annual "Old Island Days Art Festival February 23 + 24. Stay Tuned
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WWW.KEYWESTGALLERY.COM 601 Duval St. 305-292-9339
Info@Keywestgallery.com
Adam Scott Rote was back in town a few weeks ago ; and we had in the last few Issues lots of his Art . The Last Two weeks we Featured Art from Gary Welton and Bill Mack's Recent Visits, and we'll Feature Art from New Gallery Addition Luis Sottil. In the Middle of Every Issue are Past Blast Links; Click the last 6 or so ; for their works..
. To see a sampling of Adam Scott Rote, Luis Sottil, Gary Welton & Bill Mack Projects & New Paintings visit The Key West Gallery; and view them anytime at home WWW.KEYWESTGALLERY.COM
Here is the Link to the Adam Scott Rote Page and then below that ;some of the Art that is Available through The Key West Gallery
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Just a Few of the Upcoming Schedule of Events
PINO Tribute Event
January 18-24, 2019
at Key West Gallery
Meet Adam Scott Rote
January 25-27, 2019
Meet the Artist 11am-2pm and 7-10pm Daily.
Adam Rote will paint live in the gallery and unveil his newest series.
RSVP today 305- 292-9339 or info@keywestgallery.com
at Key West Gallery
Peter Max Artwork Show
February 1- 10, 2019
A newly-curated collection of Peter Max's exquisite paintings will be on display & available for acquisition in a presentation at Key West Gallery.
RSVP today 305- 292-9339 or info@keywestgallery.com
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WWW.MARCHOUSE.ORG Plaint Store 1401 Seminary St. 9a-7p
305-296-9556.. They have an amazing wide variety of Plants and Trees.
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Part 21 Continues "Groovy History's" A Look Back at the 60's & 70's Through Photographs
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Pictured here are Bette Davis and Joan Crawford looking deceivingly happy next to each other on the set of What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? These two had an extremely bitter (and sometimes violent) rivalry going between them since before they even met in person. Vying for the spotlight or the same man, pulling publicity stunts to embarrass each other, and even injuring each other while filming together. Joan Crawford went so far as to sabatoge Bette Davis' third Oscar win. After the nominations were announced, Crawford went around telling people "I always knew Bette would be chosen, and I hope and pray that she wins."
But Davis called her bluff stating, "She immediately got herself booked on the Oscar show to present the best director award. Then she flew to New York and deliberately campaigned against me. She told people not to vote for me. She also called up the other nominees and told them she would accept their statue if they couldn't show up at the ceremonies. "When it came time to announce the winner it was Anne Bancroft, who wasn't present and just so happen to ask Joan Crawford to accept the award on her behalf. So there Crawford was, on stage accepting an Oscar. Albeit someone elses Oscar, but as long as it wasn't Davis up there, she was happy.
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Pictured here is Astronaut Neil Armstrong, the first man on the moon, at the NACA High-Speed Flight Station back in 1960. As a NASA research pilot, he was tasked with the first test flight of the X-15 rocket-powered plane (seen above). Armstrong had flown over 200 different aircrafts including jets, rockets, helicopters, and gliders before gaining astronaut status in 1962. After that, he was command pilot for the Gemini 8 mission and was the first to successfully dock two vehicles in space. He was spacecraft commander for Apollo 11 and went from being the first man to land a craft on the moon to being the first man to step on its surface. He then went on to become the Deputy Associate Administrator for Aeronautics, at NASA Headquarters. Which made him responsible for all NASA research and technology work related to aeronautics.
Lyra Radford is one of the Principle Writers of this "Groovy History" Feature; You will also find the additional Authors from "Groovy History" in the Link Below.
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Lyra spends her days exploring all shades of history. In her writing, she covers topics ranging from the 'groovy' to the downright strange. She enjoys books, movies, and strong coffee. She also fancies herself the world's greatest air hockey player. She learned the ins and outs of writing and producing film/television at Palm Beach State and The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. She is currently enrolled at Arizona State University studying psychology and writing. Her work has been featured by some of the most prolific sites on the web and she is the author of the travel guide "Two-Days Exploring Haunted Key West".
The Groovy History Link http://groovyhistory.com/contact
The Authors from Groovy History Link http://groovyhistory.com/author
Part 22 Next Week (JAN 21st. 2019) "A Look Back at the 60s and 70s through Photographs"
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WWW.KEYWESTARTCENTER.COM 301 Front St. 305-294-1241
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I Love SightSeeing by Barbara Bowers WaterColor
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Chapel by Shirley Davis WaterColor
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Age of Aquarius by Maggie Ruley
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Banyan House by Ann Marie Anderson
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The Jan 21th. Issue will have Part 5 of the Winter Members Exhibition at the Key West Art Center
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City of Key West Preserve Island Life
Here is also the LINK for their events
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WWW.KEYSCOMMUNITYCONCERTBAND.ORG 305-451-4530
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January 19: Super Heroes & Space Wars. Cartoon capers & fright night, Broadway & movie favorites, Beatles & classic rock. ICE Amphitheater at Founders Park, Islamorada
For more information, please call Susan Bazin Middle School Band Dir. 305-453-1255 X 57380 follow us on facebook or check out our website at www.keyscommuniityconcertband.org.
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They are just Finishing Up the 37th. Annual KWLS Seminar Series; and as usual not a seat to be found. What a Great Line Up of Events & Speakers
WWW.KWLS.ORG 305-293-9291 717 Love Lane
Literary Walking Tours 10am & 4:30PM Saturdays
KWLS also tells us about some of the Literary Events This Week they are Involved In / Promoting ALL FREE to the Public : Monday Jan. 14th "friends of the KW Library" Season Opener at Old City Hall 510 Greene St. 6-7PM : Madeline Miller An Evening with the #1 NYT Best selling Author "Circe" and "Songs of Achilles"
Tues. Jan. 16 "Writers on Writing" 5:30-8:30PM Featuring the Teaching Faculty of the KWLS Workshop Series Program at The Helmerich Theater in TSKW 533 Eaton St.
Jan. 16th 7-8PM at Books and Books at TSKW (Corner of Simonton and Eaton) Richard Russo
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Inspired by David A. Kaufelt's original literary walking tour, the leisurely stroll through downtown Key West features the former homes and favorite haunts of some of our most well-known writers, including Tennessee Williams, Shel Silverstein and Elizabeth Bishop, as well as our lesser-known local talent.
Tours begin at the Key West Public Library, 700 Fleming Street (between Elizabeth and William streets), and last approximately 90 minutes. Cost is $30 per person. (Discounted rates available for current teachers, librarians, and students with valid ID.) Click Link for Additional Info : http://www.kwls.org/tour/
Tours begin at the Key West Public Library, 700 Fleming Street (between Elizabeth and William streets), and last approximately 90 minutes. Cost is $30 per person. (Discounted rates available for current teachers, librarians, and students with valid ID.) Click Link for Additional Info : http://www.kwls.org/tour/
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From the Key West Business Guild
808 Duval St. 305-294-4603
WWW.KWBGONLINE.ORG 808 Duval St. 305-294-4603.
Kevin@GayKeyWest.com
Next Mixer Wed. Feb.13 Viva Salon 5:30-7pm
Next Luncheon Feb 14th. at Marriott Beachside 3841 N. Roos. Blvd.
A NEW PROMOTIONAL PROGRAM OFFERED BY KWBG
"KEY WEST DEALS & DISCOUNTS" An Envelope that is put directly in the hands of Visitors to the Gay Key West Visitors Ctr. & Other Locations.
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"Photos of the Week" by Executive Contributing Editor Peter Arnow
(Botton L) Graduates of the FKCC Fall Class of 2018 Nursing Program gather for one last photo in the college board room before commencement. Photo by Pete Arnow
(Bottom R) Lucy Carleton congratulates Heather Carruthers and her daughter, Clare Fitzsimmons, at the final performance of Nutcracker Key West. Clare was a blue Angelfish. Photo by Pete Arnow.
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(Top Left) Robert Knopka who played an Asian Fighting Fish in Nutcracker Key West 2018, congratulates producer Joyce Stahl on a very successful run this year. Photo by Pete Arnow.
(Top Bottom) Sea Star Fairy Emily Ricca greets the Anglefish during the second act of the Christmas Ballet Nutcracker Key West. Fish played by local children Greta Holtkamp, Giulia Costa, Clare Fitzsimmons, Cali Manchester, Brynnleigh Wolf, Vivennes Denna, and Genesis Rodriquez. Photo by Pete Arnow.
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WWW.KEYWESTWELLNESSCENTER.COM 3420 Duck Ave.
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WWW.ZAZOOARTGALLERY.COM 622 Duval St. 305-294-8925
The Jan. 21st. Issue will have about 14 Jpegs of just a few of their Paintings and Photos. Also The Jan. 21st Issue will welcome a new Artist to Zazoo : Allison Lefcort.
James and Jason Tell us "We have just received 5 beautiful originals by artist Allison Lefcort".
Allison Lefcort
" My art has been greatly influenced by the boldness of Andy Warhol and simplicity of Keith Harring. That boldness and simplicity are the keys to unlocking the imagery. The vibrant colors of the background set the tone, as the shapes and shadows bring the portrayal to life. "
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You must stop by the Gallery to see First Hand Allison's Work. Also Next Week besides 4 additional Lefcorts; we'll have more Iconic Warner Brothers Cartoon Offerings.
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Here is our NEW Section for the KWAHS Featuring Current & Future Exhibitions. Our other KWAHS Section is still in place and will Feature in Detail Upcoming Events and that is further down. Of course for Greater Details go to their Website & Facebook Sites.
Here is the LINK to their Exhibition Pages
(Below unless noted at Custom House)
Overseas to the Keys : Flagler's Overseas Railroad Permanent Exhibition
Tennessee Williams Playwright & Painter Perm. Exhib. Inner Vecchie Gallery
Stanley Papio Junkyard Dog. Perm Exhib. Fort East Martello
The Ghosts of East Martello Perm. Exhib. Fort East Martello
Life of the Lighthouse Keepers Perm. Exhib. KW Lighthouse
Depicting Hemingway : Guy Harvey Sketches "The Old Man & the Sea" Perm. Exhibition
FUTURE EXHIBITION
Arts & Puns : The Whimsey of Ferron Bell Custom House 12/7-2/10/19
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The "Look Upwards to the Sky" members Exhibition Just came down. YOU CAN GO BACK TO THE COMPLETE SERIES OF OUR ON-LINE COMPANION PIECE TO THEIR EXHIBITION TO SEE ALL THE WORK (Shortly Below is the Section to go Back to Past Blasts : Go Back 4 Issues to see the First 4 Features on "Look Upwards, To The Sky". THIS ISSUE HAS PART 5
LOOK UPWARDS, TO THE SKY
Members' Exhibition
DEC 6-27, 2018/EXHIBITION
Sanger, XOJ, Project & Lobby Galleries
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Here are the Latest Artists in Residency at 607 Ashe St. ( Resident Cottages). Click the E-Mail Link Below for detailed info. on the Artisans
https://mailchi.mp/tskw/residency-potluck-nov2018-1175871?e=9428fbe5ab
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(L) Lynn Benson from Leawood Kansas Visual Artist , (C) Sonya Chung from NYC Author, (R) Brenda Zlamany from Brooklyn NY Artist
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https://tskw.org/firstthu-jan3-2019/ and of course go to WWW.TSKW.ORG
and their Facebook Link https://www.facebook.com/studiosofkeywest/
Children's programs, outreach projects, events and exhibitions - it takes the support of our community to offer the kind of programs you've come to rely on. There's never been a better time to join or renew as a member. Find out about membership levels and benefits by visiting tskw.org or calling 305-296-0458.
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Just 4 of the Many Events at TSKW : Top L to Bottom R : Susan Werner in Concert 8P as part of the Blue Heaven Concert Series 2/8 , Havana Biennial Art Tour 4/26-4/30, "Dismantling Racism / Yoga & Social Justice 2/9 10a-5p, "Arts & Eats" Cuban Modern 2/24 6:30-10pm
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Just a few of the many January February Classes Classes . Click this FB Link Below for Additional Material
Top L -Bottom R : Diving into the Wreck : Writing About Difficult Subjects with Janice Gary Sat 1/26 1-5p. Sunday Morning Prose with Rosalind Brackenbury Sundays 1/27 -2/3&10. Home Place as Heart Space by Fiona Morehouse AIR Mon. 1/28 12-3pm. Intro to Handmade Gemstone Jewelry by Abigail Houff Tues. 1/29 6-9p
The January 21st. Issue will have Part 6 of the TSKW Winter Member's Show "Look Upwards to the Sky"
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WWW.BOOKSANDBOOKSKW.COM 533 Eaton St.
Emily Berg Emily@TSKW.ORG 305-320-0208
BOOKS & BOOKS @ THE STUDIOS
Literary Reading and Book signing
Spencer Wise & Bethany Ball - Emperor of Shoes & What to do About the Solomons
Emily Berg - emily@tskw.org
B'Nai Zion Synagogue - 750 United St, Key West, FL 33040
Thursday, January 17th
6:00pm - 7:30pm
305-320-0208
Spencer Wise and Bethany Ball, two incredible authors will read from and discuss their books, both of which explore the modern day Jewish-American experience. Book signing to follow. This Books and Books event will take place at B'Nai Zion Synagogue - 750 United St, Key West, FL 33040.
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Literary Reading and Book signing
Caitlin Kunkel - New Erotica for Feminists
Emily Berg - emily@tskw.org
Books & Books @ the Studios of Key West - 533 Eaton St, Key West 33040
Saturday, January 19th
6:00pm - 7:30pm
305-320-0208
Caitlin Kunkel will read from her book New Erotica for Feminists, a book of satirical, spicy vignettes, chock-full of tongue-in-cheek (yet safer for work than the title implies) smut about women in pop culture, literature, dating, and modern parenting.
CATLIN KUNKEL
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Meet & Greet and Book signing. Debra Butler - Some Like it Hot. Tuesday, January 29th. 6:00pm - 7:30pm. 305-320-0208. booksandbookskw.org/eventsDebra Butler of Debra Bulter Design Studio in Key West will meet with guests and sign copies of the new book Some Like it Hot,which features the work her and other internationally acclaimed interior designers. Hit DEBRA Link in Green to see additional info. on this Event
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Karen Wray
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Collections Key West
6810 Front St, Key West, FL
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Just a few of the Hundreds of Articles that the Blue Paper Has : KW Literary Seminar announces New Free Seminars to the Public 1/13-16 (Above Geraldine Brooks), MCSO Seeks Help Identifying Suspect, Int. Stars Headlines the 2019 Impromptu Classical Concerts of KW (Above Lomazov / Rackers Piano Duo), Historic KW Cemetery Stroll 1/26 (Above KW Commissioner Clayton Lopez), Writers Invited to Enter Works in TW Poetry & Short Story Contests, Campers Arrested with a Pound of Marijuana, LSD. & Ecstacy + Unity of the Keys Enlightenment Series, Southernmost Fatherhood Initiative Program, Medieval Camp Workshop for Kids, International Stars Headline "Impromptu Classical Concert" Series, Writers Invited to Enter Works in Tennessee Williams Poetry & Short Story Contests, Reef Relief to City "Vote Yes to BAN Chemical Sun Screen", Cumberland Key Doctor Honored for Charity Work, KW Police Chief Brandenburg Takes Oath of Office, Fla. Keys National Wildlife Refuges Photo Club Meeting 12/12, 119th. Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count at National Key Deer Refuge, Cruise Ship Crashes into Mallory Square Dock (Video), & 28th Annual Schooner Wharf Bar Lighted Boat Parade Set to Dazzle.
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WWW.GARDENSHOTEL.COM 526 Angela St. 305-294-2661
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Sunday, January 13, Jazz In The Gardens! Libby York & Friends, 5-7:30 pm
Thursday, January 17, Jimmy Olson, 5-7pm
Friday, January 18, Michael Robinson, 5-7pm
Saturday, January 19, James King, III, 5-7pm
Sunday, January 20, Jazz In The Gardens! Terry White & Friends, 5-7:30 pm
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Here are a few more photos from the 5 Piece Ensemble that played Last Week Featuring The band members are, L to R, Mark Rose, saxophones & flute; Peter Diamond Ilacqua, vocals & percussion; Tim McAlpine, guitar; Hal Howland, drums; and Bubba Lownotes
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The January Exhibition "The Feminine Magique :Women's Work" Group Show. The January 21 Issue should have some of the Paintings from this Exhibition.
305-745-2729 24244 OverSeas Hwy. Summerland Key
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Link for Complete E-Mailer on the Coral
https://mailchi.mp/7ec37e5d964a/newsday-nov6-red-tide-forum-boca-grande-november-16-2018?e=c228ef4632 ALSO Next Week :
Mote-led initiative will restore resilient corals across 130 acres with grant announced by NFWF, NOAA and partners
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Mote Marine Laboratory opens new exhibit at Keys History & Discovery Center in Islamorada
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is excited to announce the opening of a new offsite exhibit, Coral Reef Exploration, at the Keys History & Discovery Center in Islamorada. This permanent exhibit features three aquariums, interpretative displays and interactive kiosks, focusing on providing both a beautiful and educational view of the unique coral reef ecosystem of the Florida Keys and the challenges it faces.
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On Nov. 30, Mote Marine Laboratory and the Florida Keys History and Discovery Foundation, which operates the Discovery Center, hosted an unveiling of the new exhibit to the delight of invited guests. On Dec. 1, the exhibit opened to the public.
CLICK GREEN LINK for the Complete E-Mailer they sent out and the rest of this Feature.
YOU CAN HELP CORAL, DOLPHINS, SEA TURTLES, OUR OCEANS, & OTHER MUST SAVE INHABITANTS & ENVIRONMENTS. Please Click DONATE.
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(Top - Left) Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium President & CEO Dr. Michael P. Crosby is pleased to announce that Kevin Cooper has been selected for the new role of Mote Vice President for Communications & Strategic Initiatives (VP-CSI). Mr. Cooper is currently serving as the President of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, and is expected to likely begin his official duties with Mote at some point during the 1st quarter of 2019 following an appropriate transition period at the Chamber. To Read the Entire Feature Click MOTE40
(Top Right) Mote Marine Laboratory staff thanked Longboat Key Turtle Watch (LBKTW) for their generous donation of $9,670 to Mote's sea turtle and education programs during a check presentation on Dec. 7 at Mote on City Island, Sarasota.
Mote staff are exceedingly grateful to LBKTW for nine years of annual donations and for their partnership in conservation of endangered and threatened sea turtles. LBKTW members monitor sea turtle nesting on the Manatee County portion of Longboat Key under the Marine Turtle Permit held by Mote's Sea Turtle Conservation & Research Program (STCRP), and they conduct education and outreach. Mote's STCRP has monitored sea turtle nesting and coordinated conservation from Longboat Key south through Venice for 37 years. To Read the Entire Feature Click MOTE 40
The Jan. 21st. Issue Should have a few NEW Features from MOTE; In fact I do have some Features We Received the last few weeks; but due to Time and Space Constraints ; Hopefully Next Week I'll delete a few of above and add a few New Features.Mote staff are exceedingly grateful to LBKTW for nine years of annual donations and for their partnership in conservation of endangered and threatened sea turtles. LBKTW members monitor sea turtle nesting on the Manatee County portion of Longboat Key under the Marine Turtle Permit held by Mote's Sea Turtle Conservation & Research Program (STCRP), and they conduct education and outreach. Mote's STCRP has monitored sea turtle nesting and coordinated conservation from Longboat Key south through Venice for 37 years. To Read the Entire Feature Click MOTE 40
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WWW.KEYWEST.GARDEN 5210 College Rd. 305-296-1504
So Much Fun going ALL over their Gardens Looking for the Sculptures; They also provide a Map. "
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Stores All Over The Keys. In Key West 3326 N. Roosevelt Blvd. 305-295-6400
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M-F 10a-6p, Sat. 10a-2pm, Sunday Closed
Go to their Website and Facebook to see what animals are available for adoption.
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The Key West Wildlife Center 1801 White St.
305-292-1008 (also their Wildlife Rescue #)
KeyWestWildlifeCenter@Hotmail.com
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WWW.KEYWESTARTCENTER.COM 301 Front St. 305-294-1241
Info@Keywestartcenter.com
We Continue with Part 5 of the Winters Member Exhibition in the January 21st. Issue
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1401 Seminary Street for Amazing Plants, Flowers, & Tree Stock at Great Prices.
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The January 21st. 2019 Issue will have Part 9 : The Artists of Guild Hall
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Click the Jan. 7th. Issue to see some of the Art we Featured from The Guild Hall last week (Part 8).
Teresa Willis Wall
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Here are the Links for the 2017/ 2018 Guild Hall Season and Many Photos of their Artists Work
Go to the April 16 Link for Part 1 : https://conta.cc/2H1SZcv
April 23 Part 2 https://conta.cc/2HnHO24 April 30 Part 3
Pt 5 May 14 https://conta.cc/2Kmb5Ht and Pt 6 The May 21st. Issue https://conta.cc/2LenpL9
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UPDATED SCHEDULE WITH ADDITIONS UP SHORTLY
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Frangipani Gallery rings in the new year with new work from David Scott Meier, Gabrielle Wilson and Marc Hacker. Artists reception was Friday January 4, 6-8 PM as part of the Upper Duval First Friday Art Stroll. She show will remain up through January.
Roaming the streets of Key West is endlessly entertaining. The architecture, the decor, the characters all blend together to make Key West what it is. Every corner has a story unfolding, every porch a vignette, providing never ending subjects for artists. In addition to the human characters which are so often reflected in the facades of their homes, there are the critters. Cats are hanging at Hemingway's and on less famous stoops and their friends the roosters have the run of the city. For those who venture offshore, there is a myriad of sealife dancing beneath the surface. Gabrielle Wilson's paintings are part realistic and part whimsy and are a reflection of Key West's celebration of life and all its colors. David Scott Meier explores pattern and abstraction in his new collection of paintings. Persistent themes of tropical flora and stylized avian inhabitants occupy the new oil paintings. Marc Hacker is interested in elegance in form. His new ceramics explore the purity of simple shapes in stoneware and raku.
Paintings Below : Let's Roll by Gabrielle Wilson
Dog Star by David Scott Meier
Raku Vessel by Marc Hacker
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Important Note : Good Friend Gracy Lozano from Keys Lifestyle Marketing has this awesome Website that gives an Amazing and Extensive Listing of Events in Key West. Click the website below and check it out.
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WWW.KEYSLASTSTAND.ORG 305-296-3335
The Next meeting will be the Key West Library Dec 3rd 11:30pm ; ALL are welcome.....
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Harrison Gallery
WWW.HARRISON-GALLERY.COM 825 White St. 305-294-0609
https://www.facebook.com/harrisongallery/ The Season Finale Exhibition "Springtime in Key West"
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The nonprofit USCGC Ingham Museum at the Truman Annex Waterfront Park will be open for sunset each Wednesday at 5 p.m. with bingo onboard after dark. For information, call 305-292-5072 or email info@uscgcingham.com.
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"Best Hush Puppies & New England Clam Chowder in the South; & the Angle Hair Pasta with Lump Crab in a Cream Sauce is amazing; plus their Peel N Eat Shrimp are by far always the tastiest The Keys.
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Johnny White & Caroline are always so nice in sharing their Photo Galleries with Us. Hit their Gallery Link to see many Photo Galleries
ALSO CHECK OUT THEIR EXTENSIVE CALENDAR OF EVENTS SECTION
Here are the Links to just a few of their hundreds of Photo Galleries
The January 21st. Issue Should have a few of their Galleries
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WWW.FKCC.EDU 5901 College Rd. 305-296-9081
WWW.TRUMANLITTLEWHITEHOUSE.COM 111Front St. 305-294-9911
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Neil Chamberlain and Staff Send Greetings
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Michael and Heather Barnes at Manga-Manga send regards
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Thanks Tom, Peggy and Staff / Supporters /Board for the Amazing Job you do in Helping our Wild Friends.
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WWW.THEKEYWESTTHEATER.COM 512 Eaton St. 305-985-0433
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Kim Gordon's Annual Cabaret Show "Music With Heart" Jan. 18
Jefferson Starship
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Hot Tuna 1/22
Craig Robinson & The Nasty Delicious 1/24
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TICKETS ON SALE and can be purchased at the Key West Theater box office at 512 Eaton St or online at thekeywesttheater.com
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Their Monthly E-Mailer & Feature on their website "Keys Traveler" has a Tremendous Amount of Information.
"Keys Traveler" E-Newsletter Link ; Here is the Complete January 2019 Issue Link
Click This Month's TDC Featured Video "Experience Adventures Found ONLY in the Keys
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Key West Top Ranked Half Marathon January 20
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KW & Loser Keys Four Foodie Events in January
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WWW.COFFEEMILLDANCE.COM 305-296-9982 CoffeeMillDance@Aol.com
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Short Attention Span Theatre 1/15-2/9, Tenderly The Rosemary Clooney Musical 2/19-3/16, Meteor Shower 3/23-4/20
WWW.THEATREXP.ORG 302-540-6102 BobBowersox@Gmail.com
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Presented by TheatreXP and The Studios. Starring Bob Bowersox and Melody G. Moore. Written by Halley Feiffer / Directed by Carole McCartee. WED-SUN JAN 23-27, 8PM SHOW & WED-SAT JAN 30-FEB 2, 8PM SHOW. $60 Preferred Seating, $44, $35 mbrs. TUE JAN 22 - Special Preview Night (only $25!). WED JAN 23 - Reception to follow opening night. FRI JAN 25 - Talk Back with cast and director
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check out this really cool 3 minute video from FRINGE on their 2017 / 2018 Season.. Click Website Link
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WWW.TSKW.ORG 533 Eaton St. 305-296-0458
"Hampton's Art & Culture" Featuring Greater Information from Below Venues..Of course ; click any of the Links and you'll be at their sites.
GUILD HALL 158 Main St. East Hampton, NY 11937 631-324-0806 WWW.GUILDHALL.ORG
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SOUTHAMPTON ARTS CENTER 25 Jobs Ln Southampton, NY, 11968 631-283-0967
PARRISH ART MUSEUM 279 Montauk Hwy. Water Mill, NY, 11976
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37A Main Street East Hampton NY 631-329-4516.
37A Main Street East Hampton NY 631-329-4516.
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Photo & Art Galleries from Lucille Khornak
New Numbers and E-Mail
Art Gallery : 888-858-1827 Gallery@Lucillekhornak.com
Photographic Studios : 212-593-0933 Office@Lucillekhornak.com
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Key West Art & Historical Society's Parent & Me Fort Adventures for children happens every Tuesday and Thursday through May 2019
Key West Art & Historical Society's popular Parent & Me Fort Adventures education program for children 0-5 and their parents have resumed at Fort East Martello, 3501 South Roosevelt Boulevard, and will take place from 10:00AM to 11:30AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays through May.
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Key West Art & Historical Society Hosts Weekly Drawing Sessions with Annamarie Giordano at Fort East Martello Museum
Select your medium of choice and join acclaimed artist Annamarie Giordano, pictured right, in Life Drawing sessions on Tuesdays at Fort East Martello Museum, 3501 S. Roosevelt Blvd. Her three-hour workshops are held in the Museum's "White Room," a place where folk artist Mario Sanchez once created art, accessed through the parade grounds behind the Fort. Classes feature nude models in short and long poses and are open to all levels; sessions are $25 for members and $30 for non-members, paid in class. For more information, contact Director of Education Adele Williams at 305-295-6616 x 115. Some materials will be available on site for purchase if needed.
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Save the date: Bahamian culture celebrated in this year's January 22 Conch Revival Picnic at Key West Lighthouse & Keeper's Quarters
The Key West Art & Historical Society and Isle Cook Key West have teamed up to present a picnic-style Bahamian heritage dinner prepared by acclaimed chefs Martha Hubbard and Dave Furman on Wednesday, January 22 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm on the grounds of the Key West Lighthouse & Keeper's Quarters. This year's Conch Revival Picnic celebrates the island's Bahamian culture and complements the Society's "The Bahamas/Key West Connection" exhibit at the Custom House Museum opening Friday, January 18.
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Key West Art & Historical Society invites public to embark on a virtual journey aboard Flagler's Overseas Railway
A year after Key West Art & Historical Society unveiled a newly renovated "Overseas to the Keys: Henry Flagler's Overseas Railway" permanent exhibit at the Custom House Museum, its virtual counterpart is now available to researchers, students, historians, history buffs, and Flagler fans all over the world. The Society's new online exhibit, "Henry Flagler's Overseas Railway Timeline," is a multi-media experience created by Annette Liggett, Brewster Chamberlin, and Society Curator Cori Convertito, Ph.D. that details the construction process of the engineering feat that joined mainland Florida to Key West in 1912. Visit kwahs.org/education/overseas-railway-timeline to explore the "Eight Wonder of the World," and check back for additional related online features and downloadable curriculum that will be launched over the coming six months. Supported by a grant from the William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust. Your Museums. Your Community. It Takes an Island. (Image Courtesy KWAHS)
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Key West Art & Historical Society presents "Art & Puns: The Whimsy of Ferron Bell" exhibit at Custom House Museum
Key West Art & Historical Society celebrates the legacy of one of the island's most clever visual artists with "Art & Puns: The Whimsy of Ferron Bell" in the Bumpus Gallery of the Custom House Museum located at 281 Front Street. The exhibit runs through February 10, 2019. The exhibit spotlights the quirky late artist's trademark visual wit and whimsy, featuring work from private Key West collectors, personal photographs, and newspaper clippings about the unique personality widely known for his off-the-wall and humorous creations.
A self-taught artist, Thomas Ferron Bell began his career at the age of 16 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, moved to Fire Island Pines, New York when he was 21, later splitting his time and talents between there and Key West, Florida. Bell worked full time as an artist, cultivating his audience and frequently bartering and donating his work to fundraisers in the Key West community.
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The Four Upcoming Exhibitions at the KWAHS Custom House
Jan. 18th. "Key West Connection" 6-7:30P
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Coastal Trade : Bounty-Booty & Boats of the Gulf and Glades from Naples to Key West 2/22-4/30 at Bumpus Gallery
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You Don't Know Dick (Matson) : 4/19-7/7 Bryan Gallery
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WWW.CITYOFKEYWEST-FL.GOV 305-809-3700
by Alyson Crean
Photos by Alyson Crean
The City of Key West last week bid a fond farewell to retiring IT tech and internet guru Dorothy Todd after 14 years of dedicated service. As IT Director Patti McLauchlin noted, Dorothy has been the soothing, all-knowing problem solver at the other end of the phone line when need her the most.
"Dorothy was extremely instrumental with the creation of a new City website," said McLauchlin. "When redesigning the website, Dorothy and I spent countless hours on the layout. It was a seven month process and Dorothy never lost her patience and always had a positive attitude."
"She has been a loyal, dedicated employee to all of us at the City of Key West," said McLauchlin. "Now it is time for Dorothy to enjoy the next chapter in her life!"
Dorothy was honored at the December City Commission meeting, and was joined at the podium by her daughter Christine Todd Young and her granddaughter Caidyn Young.
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2019 FLORIDA KEYS SEAFOOD FESTIVAL 1/19-20
The Florida Keys Commercial Fishermen's Association (FKCFA) invite locals and visitors to come and enjoy the freshest seafood caught, prepared and served by local fisherman and their families. The event is held at Bayview Park, located at Truman Avenue and Jose Marti Drive, on Saturday, January 19 from 11 am to 8 pm and Sunday January 20 from 11 am to 5 pm.
The savory seafood menu features fresh Fried Fish baskets or platters with slaw and black beans & rice, Fried clams basket, Grilled Spiny Lobster Platters, Sampler Platters with fish, stone crab, conch fritter, conch ceviche, key west pink shrimp and french fries, Stone Crab Claws with key lime mustard sauce, peel and eat Key West Pink Shrimp with cocktail sauce, Smoked Fish Dip with crackers, Creamy Lobster Bisque, Bahamian style Conch Chowder, Conch Ceviche, & Conch Fritters. Hot dogs and hamburgers also will be for sale. Beverages include beer, wine, rumaritas, rum runners, water, and soda. Desserts included Estella's Famous Flan and Natilla, Key Lime Pie and other homemade treats.
Included with the two-day $5 admission to the 14th Annual Florida Keys Seafood Festival is a fantastic entertainment lineup with a diverse musical variety to suite everyone's tastes. On Saturday, January 19, at 11 am, enjoy the Latin/American stylings of The 3Amigo's followed by the island rhythm band Cayó Ritmo at 1 pm. Billy the Squid and the Sea Cow Drifters takes the stage at 3 pm offering Outlaw Country and rockabilly from Key West's only Honkey Conch band. At 5:45 pm the Cuban dance troupe Key West Comparsa will perform and rounding out the night is classic rock band Haywire playing hits from the 70s to today.
On Sunday, January 20, singer songwriter John Emil drops in from the mainland to offer Delta blues and American roots music on acoustic Hawaiian Lap steel guitar and Dobro. At 1 pm The Happy Dog will take on everything from Marley to the Dead and finally at 3 pm until close, The Beatle Band will offer a musical tribute to the Fab Four with a collection of some of Key West's finest musicians; Tony Baltimore, Hiram Garzaro, Chris Thomas & Jeff Clark.
Again this year, top Key West area chefs and local fishermen will demonstrate recipes using fresh catch and sustainable ingredients, providing inspiration and guidance for how guests can cook with local seafood in their own homes. Participants include Ocean Grill & Bar, Key West Spice Company, Mellow Café & Gastropub, Lost Kitchen Supper Club Key West/Key West Personal Chef and Key West Fisheries. Equipment will be provided by Hogfish Bar & Grill. Scheduled for the top of each hour, seating is limited and first come for these free demonstrations and sampling.
Other activities include more than 75 vendors, boats on display as well as hands on marine activities for the kids from NOAA Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, Sea Camp, Reef Relief and more along with free bounce houses.
Entry is $5 for both days and offers a chance to win a $250 seafood basket shipped straight to the winner's home. This fundraiser supports sustainable fisheries management programs on both State and Federal levels and scholarships for college bound students from Key Largo to Key West. Kids under 12 are free.
Parking around the park is difficult. Ride a bike, take the bus, uber or a $5 donation per vehicle to the youth at the middle school will get you a parking space.
For more information visit http://www.floridakeysseafoodfestival.com and The Florida Keys Commercial Fishermen's Association (FKCFA), an industry association working to provide a sustainable future for the many local fisheries within the Florida Keys at https://www.fkcfa.org/
- Thanks for reading The Keys Blast from Ed Krane and Friends. Thanks to All the Contributing Editors & Organizations for the Excellent Materials. If you have Materials that you want to share with our Readers. Send to EK10@AOL.COM Have a Great Week; Ed
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