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Florida Keys 3-9 • Upper Keys 10-13 • What's Happening 14 • Real Estate 26 Photos: Guy DeBoer • Cover: JT Thompson FLORIDA KEYS Crosstown Greenway Bahama Hurricane Public Workshop Relief Effort November 5th, 6 pm, Commission Chambers, City Hall s. Julie McEnroe from the Conch fleet will be the flagship of the Conch MRepublic Navy and Key West Republic Navy, the schooner Wolf. Ms he City of Key West is seeking in- art, and other in-street infrastructure. Cares Transportation Coordinator will McEnroe will be speaking at the One Tput from the community for the Working with urban planning firm review the progress of the Bahama’s re- Island Family, 801 Georgia St, service creation of a Neighborhood Greenway Street Plans, the City will be testing lief effort. She will talk about the plans on Sunday, November 3. The service along Staples Ave. and Von Phister St. out the selected design strategies using for delivery of boat loads of donations starts at 11:00 AM. This event is open between 12th and Reynolds Streets, low-cost, temporary materials, a project to Green Turtle Cay and Marsh Har- to the public. For more information called the Crosstown Greenway. approach known as Tactical Urbanism. bor. One of the boats in the delivery call Dave Arnold 757-285-1609. n A Neighborhood Greenway is a street The community is a crucial component with low motorized traffic volumes -- of this process is you. Once the project less than 3,000 vehicles per day -- and team decides on a design, we’ll all go The Lower Keys Democrats speeds of 20 mph or less, that is desig- out and build the project together. nated and designed to give bicycle and On Tuesday, November 5th at 6 meeting on Nov 4 pedestrians travel priority. This project pm, the community is invited to come he Lower Keys Democrats will meet at 5:30pm for some socializing. Guest could include more street trees, inter- to the Commission Chambers at City Ton November 4 at the Blue Room, Speaker will be David Walker, candidate ventions to slow traffic, new crosswalks Hall for the first public workshop to 1128 Simonton St, Key West, Fl. The for Florida House seat 120. This meet- and pedestrian infrastructure, asphalt help shape this project. n meeting starts at 6:30pm, doors open ing is free and open to the public. n
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Key West greenhouse gas reduction only 20 percent of 10-year goal
BY PRU SOWERS perature. Greenhouse gases are created devices that require constant recharg- basis, including requiring garbage col- KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER locally primarily by electricity use and ing. Convincing people to reduce their lection waste to be converted to elec- production, which accounts for 62 per- electricity use is difficult, she said. tricity, creating an educational part- hen it comes to cent of the gases produced in Key West. “That’s harder to control. It’s not ours. nership with Keys Energy, replacing Wenergy conserva- Also contributing locally are gasoline We don’t own it,” Higgins said, referring the streetlights on Duval Street and in tion in Key West, crit- fumes from cars and other vehicles, 23 to private properties in Key West. the Key West Bight with energy-saving ically important to an percent; diesel fuel, 5.3 percent; pro- Despite the discouraging progress LED bulbs, and allowing houses in the area affected by sea level pane, 4.2 percent; and emissions from in reducing greenhouse gases, it could historic district to install white roofs to rise, a recent report indicated the city the local landfill, 2.2 percent. have been worse. Higgins said the city help repel the sun’s rays. is far behind where officials expected Higgins pointed out that over the has made strides in creating building Higgins said another option city to be. past 10 years, the number of new and planning policies that have helped officials are discussing is to apply the In fiscal year 2005, city officials es- city electricity accounts has shot up to hold down energy use. There are “green” building codes to properties tablished a 10-year goal to reduce all as residential and commercial devel- 500 to 600 new building permit unit that are being redeveloped, not just greenhouse gases produced in Key opment increased. There are also new allocations that require the properties newly-build structures. West by 15 percent. But in an Oct. city-owned buildings and services, in- to be green building certified. The city “We’ve done a lot on the residential 16 report to city commissioners, Sus- cluding the amphitheater at Truman also has a Climate Action Plan that lays side. But we’ve got no policy that helps tainability Coordinator Alison Hig- Waterfront Park and two new water out 98 “action tools” to reduce energy on the commercial side. When we’re al- gins showed that greenhouse gas pro- splash pads at the waterfront park and use. Of those 98 tools, 25 are complet- duction by city-owned operations has Cozumel Park, that have boosted elec- ed or are being done on an on-going XX Continued on page 4 gone down only three percent over the tricity use. 10-year period. And the result from “We’ve added hundreds of more non-city operations, which includes all [electric] accounts over time. We’ve residential and commercial buildings, added major new buildings,” Hig- showed that greenhouse gas output gins said. “We’ve actually decreased has been reduced even less, by three- [city-produced greenhouse gas pro- tenths of one percent during that same duction] by three percent while adding time period. other uses. So, we’ve actually done a While the result of the 10-year plan really great job to get there.” is nowhere near expectations, Higgins On the community side, Higgins outlined the difficulties in attaining said the three-tenths of one percent a 15 percent reduction in greenhouse reduction in greenhouse gas produc- gases, which have been proven to re- tion is going to be a challenge to im- duce the earth’s protective ozone layer, prove. She pointed to the boom in leading to an increase in planet’s tem- smart phones and other new electronic
3 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 o c t o b e r 31 - n o v e m b e r 6, 2 0 1 9 FLORIDA KEYS Published Weekly Vol. 9 No. 96 Tom Walker Selected Executive PUBLISHER/EDITOR Guy deBoer Director of FKAA NEWS WRITERS Pru Sowers om Walker will succeed Kirk Terry Schmida TZuelch as the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority’s Executive PHOTOGRAPHERS Director. Ralph DePalma, Bill Klipp, Guy deBoer Mr. Walker brings extensive experience to the Authority, hav- DESIGN Nand K. Pandey, [email protected] ing previously served for 11 years as the Deputy Executive Director PIXEL WRANGLER and Chief Operating Officer for JT Thompson the organization. CONTRIBUTORS In addition to his previous Jeff Johnson & service with the Authority, Walk- Paula Forman er has 35 years’ experience in Short Answers municipal utility services and Ian Brockway has led public and private en- Tropic Sprockets Tammy Fox-Royer terprises in water treatment, November 22. and Middle Keys, critical infra- Florida Keys SPCA advanced wastewater treatment As Executive Director, Walk- structure in the effort to protect Sylvia Bogart and streamlining operations. er will manage the operations of nearshore waters and the imper- Astrologically Yours “It was a difficult decision, the water and wastewater utility. iled coral reef. Joanna Brady Reviewer with three highly qualified can- The Authority is the sole pota- Mr. Zuelch is retiring after 15 didates,” stated Authority Chair- ble water supplier for the entire years with the Authority, eight of SUMMER INTERN man, J. Robert Dean. “In the Florida Keys serving over 77,000 those as Executive Director. Mr. Emily Bracher end, Tom’s extensive and diverse residents and two million vis- Zuelch will continue to remain experience gave him the edge.” itors per year. The Authority active in the community and ADVERTISING looks forward to spending more Jose DeLaRosa – 585.203.5156 Walker is expected to assume additionally provides wastewater Ashley Williamson – 410.999.4917 the Executive Director duties services in portions of the Lower time with his family. n 305.296.1630
Advertising Deadline Every Friday Key West greenhouse... said. “We were supposed to have ously, the city continued to pay PRINT-READY advertising materials due by XX Continued from page 3 $1.7 million in salaries just geared Keys Energy for 12 months of Friday every week for next issue of KONK Life. towards climate action plans and lighting usage at the beach even Ad Dimensions most all redevelopment because we just haven’t gotten there.” though the lights were turned off Horizontal and Vertical: Full, 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/8 page, bizcard we’re built out, that is the only On the positive side, former six months of the year during sea Ad Submissions place you’re going to find [energy city Energy Manager Terrence turtle nesting season. Unlike the JPG, TIFF, PDF — digital formats only efficiency savings],” she said. Justice, who was recently promot- former powerful white lighting Send to [email protected] The lack of hoped-for progress ed to take over the city building at the beach, the amber bulbs in energy reduction was dismay- CIRCULATION department, reported that since will not interfere with the just- Kavon Desilus ASSISTANT ing to the commission. Mayor he was hired as the part-time en- hatched turtles making their way Ben Neff ASSISTANT Teri Johnston said one of her ergy manager in 2017, the city has to the sea. goals is to work with City Man- KONK Life is published weekly by KONK saved approximately $100,000 in “We now have [state Fish and Communications Network in Key West, Fla. ager Greg Veliz to develop ways energy bill reductions through Wildlife Conservation Commis- Editorial materials may not be reproduced “to make up some lost time” on various efforts including efficien- sion] approved amber lights that without written permission from the network. the 15 percent greenhouse gas re- cy audits of various city depart- stay on year-round,” Justice said. KONK Communications Network duction goal. ments and buildings, and install- “Pedestrian safety is no longer a “We’re really far off on our cli- ing amber lightbulbs in the light concern and the turtle nesting is (305) 296-1630 • Key West, Florida www.konklife.com mate action plan goals,” Johnston posts at Smathers Beach. Previ- no longer a concern.” n
4 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS Highsmith to lead class of 2023
BY ELLA HALL After the election, Tommy says that Tommy says the class has been work- KONK LIFE STUDENT WRITER he was surprised he won because his op- ing on events. “We just came up with the posing candidate was very strong. He ex- new freshmen shirt design that looks re- he Key West High School (KWHS) plains that Natalie Woodruff had a great ally good. We plan to attend events such Tclass of 2023 has named their first speech and was very intelligent. However, as Children’s Day and the upcoming class president, Tommy Highsmith. Tommy says he put forth his best effort, marathon in Key West. And lastly, we Tommy, a JV football player for and his hard work paid off in the end. are also in the works of coming up with KWHS explains how he feels about be- This presidency is giving Tommy an a [homecoming skit] for this year.” ing president for the class: “My only true opportunity to get to know his fellow Margaret Kiefer, the sponsor for the concern about being president is not officers better than before. “You know, 2023 executive board, says she admires [fulfilling] my peers’ wants and needs I haven’t really been close friends with Tommy as the class president. “He is throughout the course of the school year.” Ready to take the next step, Tommy them throughout my life, but getting to charismatic, respectful, and well-liked Even so, he is confident he will be able to Highsmith, age 15, takes a moment meet them, I knew they were the ones by his peers. All of these traits make before he leaves home for his first live up to the role of class president. we need to run the class of 2023.” him a great president.” She adds that day of high school. Tommy explains that in his past expe- In Tommy’s eyes, the most import- anyone who would like to help sup- rience he has observed executive boards little bit of knowledge with leadership ant part of being a leader is how you port the students’ endeavors can pur- that were not as effective as they could too, based on his family’s own experi- talk to your peers. “You have to come chase a 2023 class shirt for $20. To have been, “so what better way to fix that ence. His sister, father, and grandfather off serious in situations,” but adds to order one, you may email Kiefer at [than] run for president.” Tommy has a have all taken on executive roles. also not be overly aggressive. [email protected]. n
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5 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS League of Women World Polio Day ctober 24th was recognized by the Voters to host sea Othree Rotary Clubs in Key West with all three Clubs uniting to contin- ue the effort started by Rotary Interna- level rise seminar tional in 1985 to rid the World of Polio. Key West nibbles are available. For By partnering with the World Health further information contact Organization, Rotary International has al Marmillion, manag- Marge Holtz, president of achieved 99% reduction worldwide. It Ving director of Amer- the Lower Keys League at takes $1.00 to immunize five children ica’s Wetland Foundation, 703-473-8870. from polio. will be the featured speak- What is Fifth Tuesday: Thanks to children in all our Key West er for the League of Wom- The league chapter meets Schools $1,610.00 was raised to end Po- en Voter’s Fifth Tuesday four times each year when- lio. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation event, 5:30 p.m., Oct. 29, ever there is a fifth Tues- will match everyone of those dollars and at Camille’s Restaurant, day on the calendar. Those make the end result $4,830 which equals 1202 Simonton St. Mar- meetings are from 5:30 – 966 more children who will be immunized million has given his pre- 7:00 pm and feature an op- from polio. The members of all three Rota- sentation to the Monroe portunity to get acquainted ry Clubs, along with some of the fabulous Co. BOCC and the Key with a local government or children from all the schools who made West City Commission civic leader. Fifth Tuesdays this effort a true success. n and also the Key West are informal and designed Realtors Association. He for maximum interaction Sunrise Rotary donates to Special speaks about sea level rise, with our governmental resiliency, adaption and and civic leaders in a casu- Olympics creating the new normal. al, conversational setting. ey West Sunrise Rotary’s annual donation check from club president Jeremy Wilkerson are Members, their guests Cash bar from 5:30 p.m.; Kto Monroe County Special Olympics helps athlete Amber Russell, director Ruth Holland, and the public are welcome program starts no later with the cost of transporting athletes to regional athlete leader chair Mardee Rath-Eamilao, and to attend. A cash bar and than 6 p.m. n and national competitions. Accepting the $2,500 athlete Emily Walker. Credit: Gena Parsons. n
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6 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS Key West Art & Historical Society Seeks Artists and Vendors for Fourth Annual Holiday Concert & Bazaar at Custom House Museum ewelry makers, food-crafters, designed by Key West High Jartists, and alchemists of all School’s Conch 5 Studios, at- imaginings are invited to show tracts thousands of happy rev- and sell their creations at Key elers each year who come to West Art & Historical Society’s shop and enjoy food, libations, fourth annual Holiday Con- and holiday cheer with friends cert & Bazaar, held Wednesday, and neighbors. December 18, from 5p.m. to For more information, con- 9p.m. at the Custom House tact Key West Art & Historical Museum, 281 Front Street. Society Education Specialist The free annual spectacu- Kassandra Collett at Kcollett@ lar, which features many of kwahs.org or by calling 305- the Keys finest artisans, musi- 295-6616, ext. 114. Your Muse- cians, and choirs, along with ums. Your Community. It takes a dazzling holiday light show an Island. n Murray Marine, Inc. YOUR LOCAL FULL SERVICE MARINE SINCE 1969
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7 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS First State Bank’s Laboy Call to Artists for Promoted to Business Holiday Light Show on Analyst I December 18th irst State Bank is pleased to an- Fnounce the promotion of Nicole Laboy to Business Analyst I. Laboy joined First State Bank in March of 2005 as a Teller in the Bank’s Big Pine Branch. Through- out her career with the Bank she has held several positions including Lead Teller/ Supervisor, Customer Service Representative, and Assistant Branch Operations Manager before trans- ferring to Loan Servicing in Novem- Originally from Miami, Laboy ber 2016. She has proven her value studied at College of the Florida Keys in all the roles she has held within where she attended classes toward her the Bank. AA in Business Administration. n
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News • Weather Community Events Limelight Photo Gallery Real Estate • Music very year since 2016, Key West es of $1000, $750, and $500 will be KONK EHigh School’s Conch 5 Studios awarded to First, Second and Third Entertainment • Sports have created a stunning holiday light place winning entries respectively, Blast! Theatre • Dining show that is projected onto the Cus- based on audience votes. This year’s Movie Reviews FREE tom House Museum façade during Holiday Concert & Bazaar at the Fishing • Dance Key West Art & Historical Society’s Custom House Museum will take Every Day! Art Galleries annual Holiday Concert & Bazaar. place on Wednesday, December 18. This year, Key West High School is All artworks must be submitted by And it’s ALL FREE... inviting local artists to help in its December 1. creation. Acceptable mediums in- Interested artists can send a letter of just sign up at: clude 2D (drawing, painting), 3D interest, copied to DivyaNavani.DN@ KonkLife.com/Blast (sculpture), or digital. Students will gmail.com and Edward.Smith@Keys- then animate the artworks to cre- Schools.com with the subject line: ate the projection show. Cash priz- HOLIDAY BAZAAR ART. n 8 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS Dr. Andy Bruckner to speak on proposed sanctuary changes at Florida Keys Audubon on Nov 6
he Florida Keys Audubon Soci- Tety will kick off its 2019/2020 speaker series on Wednesday, No- vember 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the West Martello Tower, 1100 Atlantic Boulevard. The Grooms residence at 1415 Thompson Street tied for 1st Prize in the The speaker will be Dr. Andy Private Residence Category of the 2019 Reddy Ice Fantasy Façade ™ Bruckner, Research Coordinator for Competition. the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The title of his talk will be “Res- toration Blueprint: Florida Keys Na- tional Marine Sanctuary.” Bruckner has an MS and Ph.D. in biological oceanography with a specialization in coral reefs. He have worked on reefs around the world since the 1980s and has Dr. Andy Bruckner, who will to worked in the Florida Keys for the speak about proposed Flori- last year and a half. da Keys Marine Sanctuary rule changes at Florida Keys Audubon The proposed boundary, zoning on Nov 6. Credit: Contributed and regulatory changes to the ex- isting FKNMS management plan resources and the socioeconomic are designed to improve the health benefits provided by the ecosystem. of the FKNMS, address human im- Through thus plan we have iden- pacts, restore degraded habitats, and tified a series of measures that can ensure use of sanctuary resources help turn this around,” he said. and habitats is sustainable, accord- Admissions is free and open to ing to Bruckner. anyone who is interested. “The Florida Keys is undergo- For more information email key- ing an accelerated decline that is [email protected] or leave a affecting the health of Sanctuary voicemail at 305-771-5807. n
9 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 UPPER KEYS GET COVERED Health Insurance Coverage Available Soon Monroe County • Community Health of South Flor- ida, Inc. (CHI): pen enrollment for health insur- By Appointment only at 786-272- Oance coverage is fast-approaching. 2100, 2855 Overseas Hwy, Marathon Those who do not have health insur- Tavernier: ance are encouraged to apply during the • Community Health of South Flor- once-a-year window from November 1 ida, Inc. (CHI): to December 15, 2019. Assistance with By Appointment only at 786-272- applying is offered in Monroe County 2100, 91200 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier at no cost. • DeMoss Financial: “No one plans to get sick or hurt, but By Appointment only at 305-664- most people need medical care at some 0034, ext. 204, 89015 Overseas Hwy, point,” says Michael Cunningham, CEO Tavernier for Keys AHEC Health Centers and An in-person health forum to an- Chair for Access to Care Workgroup. swer any questions on health insur- “Health insurance covers these costs and ance, open enrollment, and Medicare offers many other important benefits, in- will take place on Saturday, November cluding peace of mind, especially during 9 at the Gato Building on 1100 Simon- a time of rising health care costs.” ton Street in Key West from 11AM to Free preventive care, such as vac- 1PM. Everyone is welcome to attend. cines, health screenings, and check-ups The forum will be led by Womankind are offered with health insurance. The Navigator, Greg Baumann. Refresh- following local providers can assist resi- ments will be provided to attendees by dents with applying for free: Womankind. By Phone or Online: This information is brought to you by • Covering Florida: www.covering- Monroe County’s Access to Care Work- florida.org and 877-813-9115 group, a community group that works • Womankind: 305- 294-4004 to address improved health care access Key West: and is part of the county’s Community • Rural Health Network Monroe Health Improvement Plan. For more in- County: 305-517-6613; 3706 N. formation or to attend the next Access Roosevelt Blvd, Key West to Care Workgroup meeting, contact Al- Marathon: ison Kerr at 305-619-8087. n Upper Keys Democrats meeting on Nov 25th he Upper Keys Democrats will start gathering at 5:30pm for some Tmeet November 25 in the sidebar socializing. at Denny’s, MM 97.6, Key Largo. This meeting is free and open to the The meeting starts at 6:30pm. We public. Speaker TBA. n
10 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 UPPER KEYS Monroe County Celebrates the Clearing of the Last Canal in the NRCS Hurricane IRMA Marine Debris Removal Project Marathon Commissioner. “So many residents orada were recently approved by 247 canals. There is a total of 503 ca- use canals as their highway. This is NRCS for sediment removal. nals in the Florida Keys. onroe County, Village of Islam- how they make their livelihoods and • More than 16,401 cubic yards of “This has been a great project and Morada, and Dept. of Environmen- for them to have their canals cleared of debris pulled from local waters. it has been truly appreciated by the tal Protection officials along with the debris, business will be back to usual.” • 75 local employees on eight differ- homeowners on the canals that have vendor Adventure Environmental, Inc. The project started in August 2018. ent crews cleared the canals. been cleared of debris,” said David and the monitoring company Wood En- As of Oct. 24, 2019, 409 days of the The County applied for the canals Rice, Monroe County Commissioner. vironment & Infrastructure Solutions 505-day revised project, the removal to be cleared, and NRCS selected the “This shows how we get things done.” celebrated the clearingof the last canal work status is as follows: approved canals. The original project Additional photos from the event in the Hurricane Irma marine debris re- • 97 percent complete with addi- scope started with 103 of the most can be found at www.flickr.com/mon- moval project in Marathon on Thursday. tional approved marine debris impacted canals in the Florida Keys. roecountybocc. More information on The environmental restoration effort was removal canals (241 out of 247 Due to the success of the program, ad- Hurricane Irma can be found at www. funded through a United States Depart- canals in total) ditional canals were approved totaling monroecounty-fl.gov/hurricaneirma.n ment of Agriculture Natural Resources • 65 percent of the grant funding Conservation Service (NRCS) grant. for cleanup has been used for the “For the residents that live here, original and revised project ($30 this is another symbol that we are million out of $45.8 million). coming back from the hurricane,” said • The project is ahead of schedule. Michelle Coldiron,Monroe County Two additional canals in Islam-
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11 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 UPPER KEYS Free HIV Testing Offered in Monroe County esidents and visitors are encouraged to learn The Florida Department of Rthe facts about HIV testing, treatment and Health in Monroe County, AH in prevention. The Florida Department of Health in Monroe, Coral City Elks Lodge 610, & Temple 400 hosted LatinX Monroe County and AH Monroe offer free HIV AIDS Awareness Day on Tues- testing at the following locations: day, October 15, 2019 at George • Luani Plaza at 1434 Kennedy Drive, Key Allen Apartments in Key West. West: Monday to Friday from 9AM to 4PM This year’s theme is, “ Living • 3333 Overseas Highway, Marathon: With HIV or Not …We’re Fight- Wednesday only from 9AM to 4PM ing this Together.” From left, Appointments are encourage; walk-ins are Peggy Ward-Grant, Alelia Butler, welcome. House calls are also available. Call 305- Constance Teate (Connie), Jas- mine Alongi, Priscilla Sullivan, 296-6196 to have a prevention specialist come to and Ken Sullivan. your location anywhere in Monroe County. To learn more about the HIV program, call 305 797-9276. n
12 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 UPPER KEYS The College of the Keys History & Discovery Florida Keys invites all Center Presents to Community Day Everglades Restoration Scientist from the Everglades Foundation Speaks
eys History & Discovery Center KPresents…Everglades Restoration: Protecting, Conserving and Strength- ening, a lecture on Wednesday, Nov. 6. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., lecture begins at 6 p.m. The lecture is at the Keys His- tory & Discovery Center and Islander Resort Conference Center, MM 82. Join Steve Davis, Ph.D., as he tells of the place known as the River of Grass – the Everglades. Established as a na- Steve Davis, Communications Di- rector & Senior Ecologist, The Ev- tional park in 1947, it is home to more erglades Foundation. than 70 threatened or endangered spe- cies. One out of every three Floridians west coasts, and re-connecting natural relies on the Everglades for their water flow patterns from the lake back to the CFK welcomes all to Community Day on Nov. 2. The event will include supply. The Everglades are in trouble south, hope to restore and protect Ever- educational showcases, live performances, and kids’ activities. and restoration of this damaged sub- glades habitats that have endured near- Key West including a bounce house and the tropical ecosystem is well-known and ly a century of impacts. Seacamp Touch Tank, free food, and well-documented. Snacks and a cash bar will be avail- he College of the Florida Keys free T-shirts. Hear from Dr. Davis how restoration able. Reservations are strongly recom- T(CFK) invites all to its seventh CFK’s Community Day is sup- efforts, including water infrastructure mended and can be made at 305-922- annual Community Day on Satur- ported by major sponsors Waste projects for South Florida that reduc- 2237 or [email protected]. day, November 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 Management and Centennial Bank, es unwanted and harmful discharges For more information, call 305-922- n p.m., on the Key West Campus. The as well as the Citizen, Florida Keys from Lake Okeechobee to the east and 2237 or go to www.keysdiscovery.com. free, family-friendly event will fea- Media, and the Key West Weekly. ture a full slate of live performances, For more information about Com- interactive educational exhibits, arts munity Day, call CFK at 305-296- Monroe County Veterans Affairs and crafts vendors, kids’ activities— 9081. n Will Co-Host Two Public Town Hall Key West Garden Club Meetings on Nov 14
Key Largo and Key West The first meeting will be Thursday, Meeting on Nov 7 Nov. 14 at 1 p.m. at Murray Nelson ey West Garden Club will meet report on the The New State Tree he Monroe County Veterans Af- Government Center in Key Largo and Kon Thursday, November 7, at Law and The City of Key West Tree Tfairs Department staff will be pres- the second meeting will be held Friday, 1:30 PM at Fort West Martello on Ordinance. ent to provide additional services and Nov. 15 at 10 a.m. at Harvey Govern- Atlantic Blvd in Key West. Guest The meeting is free and open to guidance at two upcoming town hall ment Center in Key West. Monroe speaker will be Karen DeMaria, the public. For questions or informa- meetings being held by the Depart- County veterans can visit www.monro- KW Urban Forestry Manager. Ms. tion call Cathie Gottschalk at 914- ment of Veterans Affairs/Miami Veter- ecounty-fl.gov/va for more information DeMaria will be giving us a status 393-2358. n ans Affairs Healthcare System. on local services or call 305-295-5150. n
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packets, gangsters with anger issues his inimitable style, and it is grand, lusconi sees it only as a game of con- and a robotic one armed man who flowing and surrealistic, even if it is quest, something to be picked from yearns for revenge. not completely riveting for its entire an orange tree. Toni Servillo gives an Severed heads roll aplenty here. The 158 minutes. excellent reading of this insecure man. director seems to have a fetish for roll- In the film, ladies’ man Sergio (Ri- The best moments of “Loro” are ac- ing organs. The Yakuza gangsters are cardo Scamarcio) has ambitions to tually its fleshy interludes combined bumbling and somewhat comical. The meet Berlusconi and rise to the top. with its strange vignettes: a goat won- film portrays the absurdity of anger ders into the politician’s compound, He surrounds himself with beauti- and control quite well. The combat watches a game show and freezes to ful women and gets invited to parties does get repetitive showing little be- death. In another, the unwinding First Love yond blood and dismemberment. waiting to make his move. of red velvet twists and unspools at The best of “First Love” is Kubota as Foremost in the film is its visu- length, prefiguring the arrogant tie of an outwardly non-descript young man al style which is magnificent, as fans Donald Trump. who is in actuality a closet romantic. A of this director have come to expect. Though “Loro” is not Sorrentino’s girl’s impassioned stare and a gun hold Sumptuous parties become writhing strongest work, its fluid movement is equal mystery. fleshpots. Women and men transform eerily entrancing combined with its The story echoes early Tarantino a into sexual octopi driven for whirring compelling caution that we (among bit too much (with its animated por- other nations) have our own boorish purposes. Lobsters change into orgas- tion) and it is not as anarchistic or as shades of Berlusconi and we should re- akeshi Miike has a legacy of cin- mic accessories made for those exclu- exciting as Miike’s previous work. Still, act and root them out with a new, far ematic surprise and of pushing T the director has his cult and they will sively masochistic. Bare skin alchemiz- reaching empathetic vote. n audience buttons. Even if not always no doubt appear for this one. n es into gold and back again. Write Ian at [email protected] plausible, Miike’s work is stirring and Salvador Dali is a definite presence. vivid and he has kept us talking with Sergio is plunged into a prurient “Gozu,” “Zebraman” and the notori- Loro ously pulpy and violent “Ichi the Kill- Disneyworld of long flexing legs Tropical er.” In his latest “First Love” we are in along sloping greens. Nubile wom- the realm of film noir. There is Leo, en toss their hair back and forth and a young boxer (Matasaka Kubota); a part bright neon lips as men salivate Soul Plays vulnerable girl, Yuri (the Japanese TV and drool. Long stretches of the film celebrity Becky); and some missing co- resemble salacious music videos as caine. If it sounds somewhat pedestri- amble breasts wobble, interspersed the Hog’s an for a gangster film, it is, but there is with flowing hair, translucent lip- enough action and twists to keep one he politician Silvio Berlusconi stick and tumbling red velvet. A watching. Kubota is a passive Every- Twas the Prime Minister of Italy Breath man who has recently been given ter- for eleven years from 2001 to 2011, standout scene is that of a huge rat rible medical news; he is terminal. He as a member of the center right party. on the steps of Rome, overseeing all Saloon wanders the streets. His administration was riddled with of the wanton sexuality and the un- ennis McCaughey, lead vocals, Yuri has recently escaped from a scandal, from ties to the mafia and ceasing worship of luxury and supple Drhythm guitar and harmonica for the sadistic drug dealer. She hallucinates tax evasion to questionable financial flesh. The rat is king. trop-rock band Tropical Soul, will bring that she is being leered at by her abu- dealings and numerous extramari- Berlusconi (Toni Servillo) is part the popular band to the Hog’s Breath Sa- sive Dad, an odd man in white un- tal affairs. The man quickly became leprechaun, part salesman. A self- loon, Oct. 31 to Nov 3, 4:30 – 8:30 pm. derwear with a sheet over him. Yuri infamous for his lurid and decadent pleased smile is rarely off his face. This McCaughey formed Tropical Soul cringes in absolute terror. Leo sees a parties while most struggled in eco- is even evident during his unseemly twelve years ago, and prior to that, has policeman in place of the frightful dad nomic inequality. moments when he leers and forces been a member of the duos, Double and knocks him cold, thinking he has Berlusconi clearly wanted to be an himself upon young girls. The politi- Play. He has released four CDs, Days saved Yuri’s life. emperor. cian can sell anything except himself. like These, , Tropical Soul, No Plans This sets in motion a whirling Paulo Sorrentino (The Great Beau- Silvio’s wife (Elena Sofia Ricci) tires of At All, and a live recording, We’re All chase involving the missing narcotic ty) offers a portrait of this figure in his scandals and wants a divorce. Ber- Here, Come Hell or High Water. n
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Rescue Tail worked into her system, combined with love and patience, Nala finally Nala started to fall into the groove of dai- ly life at the shelter. She started en- BY TAMMY FOX-ROYER joying her walks and belly rubs. She Executive Director, Florida Keys SPCA went on adventures to the beach to swim. Finally, she was able to meet ransitioning to life at a shelter another dog. Based on her initial be- Tcan be difficult for some animals. haviors and reactions we could never The sounds. The smells. Who are all have guessed that Nala loved playing these people anyway? We are strang- with other dogs. All the redirected ers to an animal that enters our shel- frustrations had caused some con- ter, yet they have to learn to trust cerns on her ability to play well with us to care for them until their adop- others. As surprised as we were, she tion day. Building trust and making continued to surprise us every day. a new animal comfortable is one of The wild child became one of our the biggest challenges our staff and most well behaved dogs. Soon Nala volunteers face. To the street cat who was weaned off her medications and is suddenly trapped and in a cage, to the bright, happy dog she became the dog that’s never been in a kennel, during her time at our Marathon managing the transition to the shel- Campus was always evident by the ter means treating each animal as an infectious smile on her face. It was individual and focusing on their spe- time to find Nala a home! cific needs. It took months to figure When Tatyana came to the shel- out Nala’s needs, but once we did, the ter to meet Nala their chemistry “wild child” at our Marathon Cam- was undeniable. It was an instant pus would eventually find herself en- match! We were open and honest joying shelter life, making friends and with Tatyana about Nala’s past life meeting her forever family. as a rebel and how far she had come When Nala first entered our Mar- in her transition to golden girl. Un- athon Campus she was exceptional- deterred, Tatyana adopted Nala, and ly hard to handle. Young, untrained, their bond is proof that every ani- not yet spayed, her energy could not mal deserves a loving family. Tatya- be contained. For every harness we na sent us some beautiful photos put on, she chewed it off. Every time and this lovely update: “I wanted a kennel door was opened, she would to share some photos of how happy bolt out past staff and run around the Nala is and how amazing she is do- yards in an epic battle of chase. Try ing! She loves to cuddle, she loves the to walk? On a leash she barrel-rolled ocean, dog parks and even the local like a trapped alligator. She was always pet friendly bars! She is so calm and so excited to see people, but her exu- with her out-of-control behaviors it Working with our local veterinar- collected and loves everyone’s atten- berance was expressed by mouthing was almost impossible to even begin ian, it was recommended that Nala tion!” To find your perfect match be your arm, your leg, anything she could working with her. Simply put, she was be placed on a course of behavioral sure to check our shelters first. For reach. We tried everything, everything exhausting. Every day was a battle and medications to keep her from going more information on adoption con- we could to make Nala happy, but most days, she won! “over the edge.” As the medications tact me at [email protected]. n
18 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 WHAT'S HAPPENING Fringe Theater Key West Announces 2019-2020 Season Bloomsday will be presented March meeting for their annual quiche break- 17-28 at the BGC in Bayview Park. fast. Will they be able to keep their In April, let Fringe tickle your fun- cool when a Communist attack threat- ny bone with The Complete Works ens their idyllic way of life? Five Les- of Shakespeare (Abridged), by Adam bians runs June 2-6, at the Key West Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Win- Armory, located at 600 White Street. field. All 37 plays written by the bard But wait … there’s more! In addi- will be presented within the death de- tion to great shows in unique settings, fying, breath-denying span of 97 min- Fringe offers free community readings. utes. You’ve never seen Shakespeare Free? That’s right, free admission to quite like this. Runs April 21-25, loca- public readings. “We think it’s import- tion to be announced. ant to reach out to new members of ickets are now on sale for Fringe Lanford Wilson. A Jewish immigrant Fringe’s Main Stage season closes in our community, and our free readings TTheater’s 2019-2020 season.woos a southern belle in an abandoned June with the deliciously funny Five have really helped us to do that,” adds What can you expect from Fringe in boathouse in this beguiling and poi- Lesbians Eating a Quiche, by Evan Rebecca Tomlinson, Fringe’s Manag- the season ahead? “Another year of gnant play about second chances. Tall- Linder and Andrew Hobgood. It’s ing Artistic Director. “And we’re part- thought-provoking, entertaining, and ey’s Folly runs January 8-18 in the Back 1956, and the Susan B. Anthony Soci- immersive theater,” promises Janet Room at the Key West Theater, located ety for the Sisters of Gertrude Stein are XX Continued on page 20 Bengel, Fringe’s Board President. at 512 Eaton Street. Fringe is well-known for providing In February, Fringe celebrates Black quality theater in unique and intimate History Month with a reading of Au- venues throughout the town. “We take gust Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bot- you places!” Fringe proudly proclaims tom. This American classic mixes fact with venues that include historic sites and fiction at a 1927 Chicago record- and popular pubs. This season, Fringe ing studio with the great blues singer offers eight Main Stage productions: May Rainey. Fringe’s reading will be In November, Fringe presents The presented on February 6 and 7 at the Last Flapper, by William Luce. This American Legion Post #168, located at one-woman play explores the life of 803 Emma Street. writer Zelda Fitzgerald (better known Also in February, Fringe presents as Mrs. F. Scott Fitzgerald) and will be Toni Morrison’s Desdemona. This presented at the Key West Woman’s beautifully written performance piece Club, located at 319 Duval Street. The gives voice to one of Shakespeare’s Last Flapper runs November 19-23. most mysterious characters in this Seating is very limited. inventive and lyrical retelling of Des- In December, Fringe spends An demona’s life and murder by Othello. Evening Lost with Lillian Baxter when Desdemona runs February 19-23, at John Vessels and Jay Schwandt return the Side Bar of Aqua, located at 504 with an all new musical installment in Angela St. the (very) entertaining life of Lillian In March, Fringe presents Blooms- Baxter. These two guys perform their day, by Stephen Deitz. In this com- one-woman show December 26-31, at pelling drama, a James Joyce professor the Little Room Jazz Club, located at journeys to Dublin to find his “almost 821 Duval St. love of a lifetime” from 35 years prior. In January, Fringe turns to a classic A shift in time provides him with more tale of romance with Talley’s Folly by than just an opportunity to reminisce.
19 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 B U S I N E S S K E Y W E S T WHAT’S HAPPENING Savage Beets will be featured, with Chris Case at at Virgilio’s t Virgilio’s, on election nite Tuesday and 3 part harmonies, runs the gamut from ANovember 5th at 9 pm, the legendary classic blues, Santana, Stones, and Police, to island/rock sounds of the [ORIGINAL!] Sav- calypso, soca, and Bob Marley/Gregory Isaa- age Beets will be featured, with Chris Case cs roots rock reggae. Catch this most special (a.k.a. Lord Buckcyrus), originally from Nas- reunion with these original Beets members, sau, Bahamas, on guitar, Din Allen (founding (formed in the 90’s!), of the iconic tropical member of ‘The Survivors’), on bass, and skip- power trio jam band at Virgilio’s, 524 Duval po on drums. Their infectious dance grooves (rear). Call 296-1075 for more info. n
Fringe Theater.... record number of people to be involved with XX Continued from page 19 Fringe on all levels.” In fact, for almost 10 years, this original and eclectic theater com- nering with other nonprofits which is partic- pany has cultivated a devoted following of ularly fun.” “Fringe Folks” who can’t get enough of its These readings include another version of unique brand of cutting-edge theater. Fringe’s popular Key West Characters, pre- Auditions for play readings, and mainstage sented in partnership with the Old Island roles not yet cast, are November 11 at 5:30pm. Restoration Foundation’s 60th anniversa- For details, check out the Fringe website, www. ry, on March 7; Tennessee Williams Shorts, fringetheater.org. presented in partnership with the Tennessee Fringe Theater shows and events begin at 7pm. Williams museum, on March 10; and Short To learn more about Fringe Theater’s events, and Plays by Kirby Congdon, presented in part- to purchase tickets, go online to www.fringeth- nership with the Key West Poets Society, on eater.org, or call the Fringe Box Office at 305- May 15. 731-0581. Fringe Theater is a local 501(c)(3) “It’s another big season for us,” Fringe’s nonprofit dedicated to creating unique opportu- Board President concludes, “and we expect a nities for people to see and do theater! n
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20 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 WHAT'S HAPPENING November exhibitions bring up-and-coming Cuban art and artists to The Studios of Key West n Thursday, November 7, from anime to Spanish baroque. husband, the Oscar-nominated com- O6:00-8:00pm, The Studios of Key Silvia Rodriguez Rivero’s artistic tra- poser José Maria Vitier (Strawberry & West, located at 533 Eaton Street in jectory has been unique. Nominated Chocolate), will present a brief mu- Key West, invites the public to a “First in 2003 for the Latin Grammy Award, sical performance as an introduction Thursday” exhibition opening and meet and the Cubadisco Best Record Produc- to the exhibition on November 7 at and greet with three of Cuba’s rising er Award in 2003 and 2013, Rivero’s ca- 5:30pm (preceding the opening) in the artists. Osmeivy Ortega and Lisandra reer began with music. Seven years ago, Helmerich Theater. Vitier is an icon in Ramirez, both graduates of the presti- motivated by her son’s interest in the Cuba, combining the elegance of the gious Instituto Superior de Arte (ISA) visual arts, she picked up a paintbrush classical tradition with the romance in Cuba, will share the Sanger Gallery, Women swimming by Silvia Rodri- and hasn’t stopped. Particularly inspired and pathos of Cuban folk melodies. guez Rivero and Silvia Rodriguez Rivero’s “Sol Dar by the theme of migration, Rivero uses The exhibitions and piano perfor- Gracias” (Just Give Thanks) will be on world. Ortega’s imagery is dominat- powerful, symbolic imagery to explore mance are free and open to the pub- view in the Zabar Project Gallery. ed by his connection to animals and Cuba’s past and present. The winged la- lic. Both exhibitions will be on view Osmeivy Ortega and Lisandra the natural world, and his prints have dies, shadowy forests and moonlit seas through November 28. The Studios of Ramirez came of age in the 2000’s been exhibited in the US, Mexico and of her paintings and altarpieces evoke Key West’s Gallery Hours are Tuesday when artists in Cuba were leading a Spain. Ramirez is a sculptor and mixed a deep sense of history and recall the through Saturday, 10am-4pm. resurgence of entrepreneurial activ- media artist whose sly social commen- magic realism of Marc Chagall. Both exhibitions are made possible ity and engagement with the outside tary draws on design from Japanese To celebrate her exhibition, Rivero’s by The Gallery on Greene. n
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21 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 WHAT'S HAPPENING Key West Film Festival to honor “Boys Don’t Cry” filmmaker Kimberly Peirce and “Alien” actor Tom Skerritt with prestigious Golden Key Awards at Eighth Annual Festival ey West Film Festival announced and filmmakers. Now in its 8th year, Ktoday that “Boys Don’t Cry” film- the much-noted Festival is a showcase maker Kimberly Peirce and “Alien” ac- for dozens of cinematic offerings while tor Tom Skerritt will receive prestigious highlighting visiting filmmakers, ac- Golden Key Awards at this year’s festi- tors, directors, and industry leaders val, running November 20-24, 2019 at through discussions and workshops, the Tropic Cinema, 416 Eaton Street. with access to some of the biggest Peirce, a writer, director, and Flori- names in the film business. Red carpet da native who attended high school in events, parties and award ceremonies round out a world-class festival expe- Miami, will be honored on the 20th rience ‘Where Passion Meets Paradise.’ anniversary of the release of the ground- VIP and All-Access Pass festival-go- breaking film “Boys Don’t Cry,” which ers can join the honorees in view- she co-wrote and directed. The festival ing and discussing their classic films. Actor Tom Skerritt. Kimberly Peirce. will screen the film on Friday, November Limited one-day passes are pending 22, with Peirce joining Film at Lincoln screening of the seminal sci-fi film that broke boundaries and rules for their seat availability for these events. The Center Deputy Director Eugene Her- “Alien,” in which Skerritt played the genre and paved the way for so many complete 2019 line-up of films will nandez for a pre-screening discussion. part of Captain Arthur Dallas. “Alien” future voices to express their creativity,” be officially unveiled to the public on Two-time Golden Globe nominee will be preceded by a screening of the says Key West Film Festival Director of Tuesday, October 29 during a Festival and “Picket Fences” Best Actor Award award-winning short film “The Phan- Programming Michael Tuckman. kick-off party held at Mangoes Restau- winner Skerritt, who has appeared in tom 52,” which premiered at Sundance Skerritt and Peirce join the Festi- rant, 700 Duval Street, from 7:30pm more than 40 films including “Top 2019 and stars Skerritt. Director Geoff val’s past Golden Key Award winners – 9:00pm. Admission is free. Gun” with former Key West resident Marslett will also be in attendance. Burt Reynolds, Marisa Tomei, Paul For more information, visit kw- Kelly McGillis, will be interviewed by “We are beyond thrilled and humbled Verhoeven, Alan Cumming, Harmony filmfest.com or contact Carla Turner, Rolling Stone’s David Fear at a Thurs- to be able to honor both Kimberly and Korine, Lois Smith, Mariel Heming- Tropic Cinema Marketing Director at day, November 21 40th anniversary Tom on major anniversaries of two films way, and many other celebrated actors [email protected]. n
22 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 WHAT'S HAPPENING Waterfront Playhouse on Mallory Square, presents second foray into the works of Bertolt Brecht the works of Bertolt Brecht. The In- Hitler Youth, disappears. Red Speedo and The Laramie Project. former, is one of several short plays What secrets will he tell? How Key West High student Dre Cooper that Brecht wrote. A little different will their life change? Directed by has been active in Camp Bravo and in style, it is the story of a German John McDonald, who directed last appeared in the Waterfront Youth n November 3, the Waterfront teacher and his wife and the paranoia seasons The Jewish Wife, along with Theatre production of Joseph and OPlayhouse on Mallory Square, that seeps into their otherwise quiet Red Speedo, it will feature Barbara the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. will present their second foray into life when their son, a member of the Mundy as the wife, Steve Miller as Rena Dahlgren will stage manage the husband, local student Dre Coo- as well as play the role of the maid. per as the son and Irene Dahlgren as Dahlgren appeared on stage in The Key West Art & Historical the maid. Trip to Bountiful. Munday has appeared in New York It will play at 7pm November productions of Sordid Lives (Du- 3,4,10,11. Following the show, a Society honors the plex), Striptease (Midtown Theatre question/answer session will feature Festival) as well as tours of The King the cast, director and members of the island’s literary history and I and Hello, Dolly. Steve Mill- community. er has appeared at the Waterfront in For tickets call 305-294-5015 or with exhibit at Custom last season’s Peter and the Starcatcher, visit waterfrontplayhouse.org. n House Museum
ey West Art & Historical Society Hunter S. Thompson, James Merrill, Kcelebrates the “Literary History Richard Wilbur, and Allison Lurie. of Key West,” an exhibit that opens Today, the island is home to celebrat- with a special reception on Friday, ed writers Judy Blume, Robert Stone, November 1, from 6:00pm -7:30pm Meg Cabot, Rosalind Brackenbury, and runs through February 9, 2020 Ann Beattie, and Edmund White, as in the Byran Gallery at the Custom well as the Key West Literary Semi- House Museum, 281 Front Street. nar, Mystery Fest Key West, the Key The exhibit pays tribute to a selection West Writers Guild and the Key West of nearly 40 writers spanning genera- Poetry Guild. tions and genres. “Once the tradition of writers living Among the earliest and most fa- and working on the island had been miliar are Ernest Hemingway, Rob- established by these early luminaries, ert Frost, and Tennessee Williams - others began to follow in their foot- literary luminaries that were drawn steps,” says Convertito. “Newcomers to the island’s bohemian, tropical to the island embraced the reputation lifestyle. Others might recognize of those who came before them.” Wallace Stevens, Elizabeth Bishop, Sponsored in part by the State of and John Dos Passos. Then came the Florida, Division of Cultural Affairs. 1970s – “a perfect storm of gorgeous For more information call Cori Con- weather, inexpensive housing, tran- vertito, Ph.D., at 305-295-6616 x112, quility, and tradition,” says Conver- email her at cconvertitofarrar@kwahs. tito - which further attracted writers org, or visit kwahs.org. Your Museums. Thomas McGuane, Jim Harrison, Your Community. It Takes an Island. n
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Rod Kerridge of Big Pine Key had entered the Headdress Ball for 20 years and Melissa and Kimball Ingram of Aqua/Sidebar provided the beverage finally took home first prize this year with this stunning creation. He donated service and helped Great Evens with the food at this year’s highly the $3000 first place prize back to the Key West Business Guild. successful Headdress Ball.
The cast of the Waterfront Playhouse’s sold out Rocky Horror Show made sur- Aqua Nightclub’s Elle Taylor with Headdress Ball emcee Tom Luna. prise appearances at both the Coronation and Headdress Ball. Elle gave a stunning performance titled Joker HA HA HA.
24 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 IN COMMUNITY NO PLANE ON SUNDAY...... SO....Spend the day at Schooner Wharf Bar arrot Heads are familiar with the November 1st from 7:00-midnight. PJimmy Buffett song that tells lis- And on Thursday, it’s the Halloween teners that there is “no plane on Sun- Party Jam with the Phin Addicts and spe- day”…so spend your Sunday sipping cial guests Jerry Diaz and Steve Hopper, tropical cocktails, while enjoying your from 6:45-11:30. On Saturday night, own “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” on catch more Trop-Rock sounds from the waterfront at Schooner Wharf Bar! Young Rebel Goombas, from 6:45-11:45. Find that lost shaker of salt, squeeze “Down to the Banana Republics, a lime into a margarita or Landshark down to the tropical sun, go the ex- beer, and enjoy the “minds you meet,” patriated Americans hoping to find November 3rd, from 6:45-11:45 p.m. some fun.” You’ll always find it at at Schooner Wharf. Schooner Wharf! The Schooner Wharf No Plane on For more information, call 305- Sunday Party features the trop-rock island Bum Band, with lots of special guests, Rock, Reggae and Calypso. Also catch 292-9520 or visit Schoonerwharf. songs of Johnny Russler and The Beach who play sweet sounds of Caribbean them performing here on Friday night, com/specialevents or Facebook. n
Key West Artisan Market Meet E from Welcomes Parrot Heads E to the Trop Rock Edition Kristen’s knowledge, and expertise enable her to assist her clients with ey West Artisan Market second including Mike McEnrery to kick it the best mortgage programs the Kmarket of the season celebrates off, Bob Schiele at 11 am, and then industry has to offer. with the “Trop Rock” Edition No- starting at noon Bill Cockrell and Kristen is a local Florida Keys vember 3rd 10 am to 2 pm at Clar- friends for the grand finale. Catch The Resident. Find out why Kristen and ence H. Higgs Memorial Beach, Key X Key West radio show live, support her team are one of the most successful in Key West. Because when West. Guests will enjoy bloody’s, mi- our featured charity, Little Pink Hous- you lead the way, there’s reason . mosas along with a full bar from Great es of Hope and meet celebrity authors Events Catering, coffee, smoothies, from the Key West Writers Guild. natural juices and cut fruit, multiple The market is conveniently located food trucks and stalls offering eat-here close to the Higgs Beach Dog Park, or take-away for snacking (Chickta- free West Martello Tower botani- toes anyone?) or a delicious meal. cal gardens, White Street Pier and of Experience Shop a curated outdoor market of- course, the alluring Atlantic Ocean K E N S fering fine crafts, art and jewelry from across the street at Higgs Beach. Open N S talented Florida Keys makers. Stock 10 am to 2 pm every other Sunday in your pantry and fridge with fresh pro- season, by locals, for locals. Free en- duce, artisan cheeses, local seafood, try, free parking. Please BYOB (bring S honey, pickles and so much more. Lis- your own bags). For more information ten to awesome trop rock musicians or to become a vendor, email info@ with the Key West Parrot Head Club keysartisanmarket.com. n 25 www.konklife.com • OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 Four condos near the Key West Lighthouse available by the unit – or as a package
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s high Old Town home Aprices continue to reduce housing options for Key Westers of modest means, smaller condo conver- sions in older buildings are becoming an attractive proposition for first-time home buyers and business owners alike. The four condominiums located at 904 Terry Ln., in historic Bahama Vil- lage, are virtually identical; recently re- modeled one-bedroom, one-bath units with attractive kitchens and baths, walk-in closets and individual washer/ dryers. Each unit comes with a rare off-street parking spot, and the fenced- off grounds afford outdoor privacy for dining/living/entertaining. Recently developed into condo units, these cozy but well-built apartments are being sold separately, beginning with Unit A, or as a four unit package. With low maintenance and HOA fees, these homes in the heart of Old Town would be ideal for buyers looking to get into the market for the first time, quality employ- Terry Lane is a quiet one-way street nestled behind the Key West Lighthouse. Unit C affords the best view of ee housing, or perhaps as pieds a terre. the historic structure. Set in a wood frame building on a quiet lane just blocks from Duval Street, Unit A is listed, as is the entire closet is also located nearby. very heart of historic Old Town. It’s just two units occupy the first floor, and two building, by Tina M. Masters of Cold- Each unit has a front and rear en- steps or a short bike hop from some of others are located up a set of exterior well Banker in Key West. This well-lit, trance, with deck space, a laundry nook the town’s most celebrated restaurants, stairs. Each unit has a small assigned 365 square-foot, first-floor residence and assigned parking space. A com- bars and theaters, as well as the buzz outdoor space/porch. Unit C’s porch of- has a decent-sized living/dining area mon area in the front of this complete- and shopping of Duval Street. fers a view of the Key West Lighthouse. and new counter tops and cabinetry ly fenced property would be ideal for a Bahama Village is one of Key West’s Both upstairs units feature hard- in the kitchen. The bathroom has been barbecue pit or other outdoor diversion. oldest neighborhoods and retains the wood floors, while tile predominates completely renovated and is situated Terry Lane is a quiet, one-way lane feel of an authentic enclave of island in the lower two. en suite to the bedroom; a walk-in with little vehicular traffic located in the living. It’s noted for its eclectic shop-
KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE • www.konklife.com • NOVEMBER 2019 Unit A is currently listed for $425,000. The entire four-unit building is Each unit offers private outdoor space, with room on the ground level listed at $1,600,000. for a common area.
Every one of these recently remodeled condos is cozy yet comfortable. Wraparound porches are a feature of this old Key West- era structure.
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See Map Jenna 3 2 Service You Deserve! KeyWestRealEstate.info [email protected] Derek Epperly: 305.923.4833 Jenna Blackwell: 305.393.6573
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Flood Zone X. Charming 2/1 bungalow in a gated compound, surrounded by a large sunny pool encompassed by mature native shade trees. This home is located in the desirable neighborhood of Old Town North, which features every- thing within a short stroll or bike ride that is quintessential Key West - architecture, shopping, nightlife and culture. Call us today for a private viewing! $625,000 UNDER CONTRACT! 58 Palm Drive • Saddlebunch Key KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE • www.konklife.com • NOVEMBER 2019 This secluded compound includes rare assigned off-street parking for each tenant.
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The four-unit property could be used as employee housing and/or as an investment. ping and dining establishments, parks, 904 Terry Ln., Unit A is being offered and proximity to both Fort Zachary for $425,000. The entire four-unit build- Taylor State Park – the island’s favorite ing is listed at $1,600,000. Price for Units beach – and the Truman Waterfront. B, C, and D available upon request. The Key West Amphitheater and Key Condo conversion documents have West’s public swimming pool are also been approved and are in place. located nearby. For more information, call Listing So, if you’re looking for a piece of the Agent Tina M. Masters at 305-923-0062, Key West rock, an investment property to email her at [email protected], rent by the month, or decent housing for or visit www.yourkeywestagent.com valued employees, the units and building at 904 Terry Ln. could be for you! [email protected] LIFE REAL ESTATE • www.konklife.com • NOVEMBER 2019 Featured Home Locations
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Featured Homes – Viewed by Appointment Map # Address #BR/BA Listing Agent Phone Number
1 1000 Eaton Street, Key West FL 33040 Michelle Clauson Kirby, ReMax Keys Connection 305-849-1276
508-269-8565 2 1424 White Street, Key West, FL 33040 4BR/3BA Mike Caron, Keller Williams Key West Compass Realty 305-296-7078
Derek Epperly & Jenna Blackwell 305-923-4833 3 611 Grinnell St. #4, Old Town, Key West Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Knight & Gardner Realty 305-393-6573
Tina M Masters 4 1215 Newton St. Key West, FL 33040 305-923-0062 Coldwell Banker Schmitt Real Estate Co. (KW)
Tina M Masters 5 904 Terry Ln., Unit A Key West, FL 33040 305-923-0062 Coldwell Banker Schmitt Real Estate Co. (KW)
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Total Listing Office Selling Office Sold Date List Price Sold Price Street # Street Name Year Built Style Wtrfrnt MM Beds
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Truman & Co. (KW) Preferred Properties (KW) 10/10/19 $520,000 $529,000 1551 4th St 1967 Single Fam 3 No 3
Truman & Co. (KW) Truman & Co. (KW) 10/10/19 $699,000 $600,000 1211 Laird St N/A Lots 0 No 2
Berkshire Hathaway Knight & Berkshire Hathaway Knight & Josephine Parker Rd, 09/10/19 $660 $8,250 626 1996 Commercial 0 No 1 Gardner Realty Gardner Realty #203
Berkshire Hathaway Knight & Berkshire Hathaway Knight & Josephine Parker Rd, 09/10/19 $750 $18,450 626 1996 Commercial 0 No 1 Gardner Realty Gardner Realty #214
Keller Williams Key West Rob Severin Real Estate Co 10/10/19 $669,000 $669,000 202 Southard St 1991 Condo 2 No 1 Compass Realty
RE/MAX Keys Connection (KW) RE/MAX All Keys Real Estate 11/10/19 $2250 $66,060 1075 Duval St, C20 1987 Commercial 0 No 1
Truman & Co. (KW) Truman & Co. (KW) 15/10/19 $445,000 $420,000 1075 Duval St, C23 1987 Commercial 0 No 1
Based on information from the KWAR MLS for the period of October 9th, 2019 to October 16th, 2019
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