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Jimmy Olson & Kate Miano All Smiles at Waterfront Playhouse’s “IDOL” Florida Keys 3-10 • Upper Keys 11-12 • What's Happening 13 • Real Estate 28 Photo: Larry Blackburn • Cover: JT Thompson LETTER TO THE EDITOR  KEY NEWS Why the Lies? Anne Mckee Artist’s Fund Auction on Feb 13th BY ROGER C. KOSTMAYER or were convicted of, lying under oath ttendees can choose from the “This annual event is unique among to Congress or the FBI. Awork of 50 Florida Keys art- the Keys’ fine art auctions, because it he American public does not yet If, as many Trump supporters con- ists, ranging from renowned mas- is supported by artists with the sole Tknow what special investigator Rob- tend, the investigation of collusion with ters to emerging talents, at the Anne purpose of benefiting artists,” said Ro- ert Mueller III knows about Americans Russia is a baseless witch hunt - why McKee Artists Fund fine art auction berta DePiero, president of the Anne conspiring with our foreign adversary. did all these senior Trump officials, and Wednesday, Feb. 13th. McKee Artists Fund’s volunteer board But we do know with absolute cer- Russians, risk serious jail time and per- The annual auction and its as- of directors. “This results in a magical tainty that Russia and Putin cyber at- sonal ruin by lying ? sociated gala raise money for proj- blend of work by premier and emerg- tacked the US with the goal of creating And why is it that the current US ect-based grants to Keys visual, liter- ing artists combined into an exquisite, chaos and illegally helping elect Don- President, a notorious liar who is in- ary and performing artists. This year unusual auction.” ald J. Trump. We know that Russians consistent about everything, been so the auction gala will begin at 7:00 Each participating artist receives 50 p.m. at The Studios of Key West, percent of the proceeds from the sale (many of whom were connected to consistently devoted to the interests of 533 Street, Old Town Key West. of his or her work, while the McKee Putin or Russian intelligence), both Putin & Russia ? Even after the Presi- Under the guidance of auctioneer Fund receives the remainder to award during the campaign and the Trump dent was given detailed confirmation of Stephanie Kaple, attendees can bid to Keys artists for select projects. presidency, interacted with 14 Trump their nefarious acts against our country on original paintings, sculpture, Tickets are $25 per person and $50 associates. We also know the long list of and US interests. photography, fiber art, ceramics, for VIP seating and can be purchased Trump associates who pleaded guilty to, What might the reasons be? n mixed media, jewelry and more. in advance at www.mckeefund.org. n

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Cates surprises everyone with county commission announcement

BY PRU SOWERS filed for District 1, where Commission- of Key West including New Town, “I wanted to let him know first. I re- KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER er Danny Kolhage will be up for reelec- plus Stock Island and Key Haven. The spect his years of service but I feel I can tion in November 2020. The reason for districts are used for candidate residen- bring something to the county,” Cates t was no surprise when the switch? Location, location, location. cy requirements only. Monroe County said, taking the opportunity to tout Iformer Key West May- Cates recently moved into a new house residents are eligible to vote for candi- his mayoral experience working with or Craig Cates filed Jan. on Staples Avenue just west of 10th dates in all of the districts. both county and state officials while 22 to run for Monroe Street, effectively moving his residency Switching potential opponents – representing Key West. “I filed early County Commission in from District 3 to District 1 by about a neither Kolhage nor Carruthers have because I want to get started meeting 2020. What was shocking is who he block. The district switch was almost as announced whether they will run for the people in the Upper Keys. I want may run against. much of a surprise to Cates. reelection – was not an issue for Cates. to know their issues and concerns.” Cates, who termed out as mayor in “It’s my bad. It [new home address] He said he hadn’t planned on cam- Kolhage is serving his second, four- November, had confirmed publicly 11 is so far into town that I took it for paigning against Carruthers per se, but year term as county commissioner. months ago that he was planning on granted” it was in District 3, Cates on his own record during his nine years There have been scattered rumors running in District 3, where Heather said. “And nobody told me it wasn’t.” as mayor of Key West, the only elected he may not run for reelection and it Carruthers is serving her third term District 3 covers roughly the west- office Cates has held. He said he called is possible a popular politician like as county commissioner. But when he ern half of the island in the Old Town Kolhage the day he filed, dropping a Cates as an opponent might impact filed candidate papers with the county area plus Dredgers Key off of Sigsbee bombshell on the current Mayor Pro election supervisor on Wednesday, he Road. District 1 covers the eastern half Tem of the county commission. XX Continued on page 8 Some Things Just Keep Getting Better HAND-ROLLED CUBAN LEAF CIGARS Come In and See for Yourself: New Treatments, Facilities, Products and More. Ocean Wellness Spa & Salon FL Lic#30205 POINT BREAK CIGAR FACTORY Call (305)320-0500 for reservations or online at OceanSpaKeyWest.com 3 LOCATIONS: • COHIBA • ROMEO Y JULIETA • MONTECRISTO 829 Simonton St, Key West, FL 33040 Ample parking off of Olivia St 600 Duval • 921 Duval • 403 Greene • ROCKY PATEL • ARTURO FUENTE 305.295.6110 ~ All Brand Name Cigars ~ AVEDA HAIR SALON NATURAL NAILS ACUPUNCTURE MASSAGE PointBreakCigars.com NATURAL SKINCARE NATURAL BODY TREATMENTS WAXING Hookas, Hookah Tobaccos, & Tobacco Accessories

3 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 j a n u a r y 31 - f e b r u a r y 6, 2 0 1 9 FLORIDA KEYS Published Weekly Vol. 9 No. 57 Alyson Crean receives Chief’s PUBLISHER/EDITOR Guy deBoer Commendation NEWS WRITERS Pru Sowers Key West, Jan 24 Terry Schmida ey West Police Chief Sean Brandenburg awarded PHOTOGRAPHERS KPublic Information Office Alyson Crean a Chief’s Larry E. Blackburn, Ralph De Palma Commendation during last week’s awards ceremony at DESIGN the Grand Key Resort. Nand K. Pandey, [email protected] “For over a decade she has made herself available on nights, weekends, holidays outside of her normal sched- ule,” said Chief Brandenburg. “Ms. Crean goes above PIXEL WRANGLER and beyond to capture the Department’s highlights, JT Thompson festivities, and investigations,” he said, noting that she CONTRIBUTORS always steps up in hard times as well. Jeff Johnson & “Most recently, Ms. Crean organized the changing Paula Forman of command ceremony,” he said. “This event captured a Short Answers milestone in the history of not only the police department Ian Brockway Tropic Sprockets but the city of Key West as well. Adding to the challenge Tammy Fox-Royer of this day, the changing of command was followed by the Florida Keys SPCA promotion of three officers to their new respective ranks. Sylvia Bogart Ms. Crean’s attention to detail, multitasking abilities and Astrologically Yours Chief Brandenburg and Public Joanna Brady planning were on display as the event went flawlessly.”n Information Officer Alyson Crean. Reviewer

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4 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS Security cameras slated for Mallory Square and Outer Mole BY PRU SOWERS Key West City Commissioners vot- during the times when cruise ships are to $111,312. The cameras are part of KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER ed Jan. 15 to accept an $83,484 grant docked and when the dock is vacant,” the Coast Guard security requirements from the state Department of Trans- said Doug Bradshaw, the city’s director for cruise ships, said Carolyn Sheldon, f the idea of install- portation to install five high-definition of port and marine services, in a let- senior grants administrator for Key Iing security camer- cameras in the cruise ship docking ar- ter requesting the grant. “The cameras West. as in Mallory Square eas at Mallory Square and the Outer will also allow police to monitor cruise “Both facilities have been cited by is uncomfortable to Mole. Those areas are blocked off to ship passenger transportation vehi- the Coast Guard for failing to con- those who like to skirt everyone except ship passengers and cle operations, passenger screening tinuously monitor the restricted areas the law, including inhaling their rec- personnel for security purposes when activities, identification of unautho- within the facilities as required by Fed- reation, fear not. A recent contract to a cruise ship is docked. However, po- rized persons in the secure areas and eral regulations,” Sheldon said. install five cameras in and around the lice will monitor the cameras 24 hours any other potential security risks both As part of the beefed-up security popular tourist destination as well as a day even when no ships are in port. landside and waterside.” measures, the city will continue to pro- at the Outer Mole pier will be limited “The enhancements will allow the The city will contribute $27,828 to- vide unarmed security guards to mon- to areas used by cruise ships for pas- Key West Police Department to mon- wards the camera purchase and instal- senger use. itor the secure areas of both facilities lation, bringing the total project cost XX Continued on page 8

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5 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS Free bus program OK’d for seniors and disabled veterans

BY PRU SOWERS For veterans, they must be 100 per- come, often use the bus system to do 29 percent of ridership. Fare discount KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER cent disabled as a result of their mili- grocery shopping and other chores. programs result in the gap between tary service. The veteran free program Saving the bus fare would help their revenue and ridership. For veterans, ey West senior cit- applies to all city bus routes and in- household income, he said. it’s not possible to separate out those Kizens and disabled cludes service on the Lower Keys Shut- “Having these extra dollars will be a who are 100 percent service-connected veterans received a tle. There are currently 172 veterans in really big help to them, a benefit that disabled from other reduced fare pro- break recently when that category living in Key West. many other Florida cities already have grams currently available, according to city commissioners “This measure would be a way for for their seniors,” Payne said. Rod Delostrinos, Key West Director of voted to grant them free bus service. our city to recognize those 100 percent Miami-Dade County is one area Transportation. Retired U.S. military There are a few restrictions. Seniors disabled veterans who have served us that offers free bus service to its senior and residents currently receiving social must be 60 or older and apply for a and who have sacrificed themselves residents. security and/or Medicare also qualify Key West Transit Department-issued on our behalf,” said former city Com- Davila, who sponsored the resolu- for reduced bus fare programs. identification card or present proof missioner Richard Payne, who worked tion, said revenue loss resulting from Davila added that the perception of age and Key West residency to bus with Commissioner Greg Davila to the free bus program would be mini- among some residents is that tourists drivers. This free program applies to all bring forth the resolution. mal. In 2018, fare box revenue from receive more consideration than res- city bus routes but not to the Lower Payne went on to say the city’s se- seniors totaled $22,751, an amount ident seniors, pointing to the Duval Keys Shuttle. nior population, many on a fixed in- that presumably will be lost under the Loop, a bus route that is free to any new program. That revenue amounted rider but is focused on tourist-heavy to 15 percent of total bus fare box col- parts of Old Town. Living the lection in 2018. But the $22,751 fig- “The tourists can ride the Duval ure translates into 0.0001 percent of Loop for free but our seniors, who may PAT the city’s total budget, Davila said. need to go to the store to get some gro- WOLF “Almost literally, this is the least we ceries, have to pay to get on the bus,” is delighted to can do,” he said. Davila said. While seniors account for 15 per- The free bus program was passed on be working at cent of bus fare revenue, they make up a unanimous vote. n THE RUM BAR at the Speakeasy Inn on Duval. Building Permit Pat says “When I arrived Workshop meeting on in Key West in 2004, I came to the realization January 30th that I’m here... because I’m Key West, Jan 24 The meeting is Wednesday, Jan- not all there!” uary 30th at 6 p.m. in the Commis- he City of Key West and Mayor sioner Chambers at City Hall, 1300 Now Pat’s joined Teri Johnston are encouraging T White Street. our island of contractors, home-builders, remod- eccentrics and is The workshop is aimed at gather- elers and anyone else who wants to living the Konk Life ing input in order to ensure the City’s in paradise! weigh in on the City’s permitting system to come to a special work- building permit system is effective and shop. user friendly. n

6 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS Lacrosse Teams Aim for Great Goals

BY GUS WILSON AND MAISIE SHAW cifically, “My goal for this season is defi- Unfortunately, this will be a re- KONK LIFE STUDENT WRITERS nitely to build better team chemistry.” building year for the boys, as close to She intends to work on the skills that half the team graduated last year, but acrosse is a rapidly growing sport at the girls need to build upon this year. Luce is not worried. “There are a lot LKey West High School. The head “Also I just want to show the girls what of incoming freshmen, and I am very coaches for the boys and girls team are it’s like to win.” She also adds, “Disci- excited about it,” he says. This year’s Coach Jake Luce (for the boys team) pline has an important role in the fun- team has only three seniors, but Coach and Coach Alexandra Chuquillangui damentals of a team that has the deter- Luce has confidence for this season, in- (for the girls team), and they are both mination to end up on top.” cluding hopes for senior Miles Mungel ecstatic and anxious for their seasons Coach Luce also echoed these to be the starting goalie. to begin this spring. There are many thoughts, and added what he looks Coach Luce and Coach Chuquillan- factors to take into consideration with for in a team player, “I am looking for gui are both leaders and teachers in their coaching this sport. Coach Chuquillan- somebody that knows how to catch community, and they welcome students gui explains, “I learned that you have and throw, someone who can run, to try out for lacrosse in February. This to work really hard for what you want someone who knows the game, and growing sport at Key West High School and to accept people where they are at someone who has good work ethic.” is in great hands with Coach Luce and Coach Jake Luce, pictured on the left, and help individually with what they’re walks off the field with defender JJ This also transcends to school perfor- Coach Chuquillangui, and all are wel- struggling with.” Chuquillangui then Aguinaga, right, last year during one mance as well. “Work in the classroom come to join in the fun and celebrate expressed her ideals about the team spe- of the team’s games on a Saturday. is also very important,” Luce adds. this burgeoning sport. n

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7 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS Security cameras... Lee’s security company, has chosen to hire private un- Cates surprises... Cates will not be running in XX Continued from page 5 Florida Keys Security, was armed security officers to patrol XX Continued from page 3 her district. ranked highest among four the properties at night and on “Certainly, he would have itor the Mole Pier, Mallory companies that responded to weekends when security staff is that decision. Kolhage did proven to be a formidable Square, Key West Bight, City the city’s request for proposals. not present,” said Bradshaw. not respond to a request for opponent,” she said. Marina at Garrison Bight and The new contract will be for City officials had anticipated comment from Konk Life by Carruthers is serving her the Key West Ferry Terminal. three years with a two-year ex- an increase in the hourly rate press time. third term as county commis- The contract came up for re- tension possible. for the security guards from the Carruthers was equally sioner, which included two newal recently and a security “In order for the city to meet current $18.91 to $21. Lee’s bid surprised that Cates filed for one-year stints as county may- firm owned and operated by the Coast Guard security re- offered a $20.50 hourly rate. the District 1 seat, also be- or in 2011 and 2014. She has former Key West Police Chief quirements under 33 CFR 105: Lee joined the city’s police lieving that Cates’ new house been rumored to be consid- Donie Lee won approval to be- Maritime Security and its own force in 1994 and was police was in her district. She said ering running for a statewide gin negotiations with the city security plan associated with chief from 2008 to December she is “leaning one way” on political position in 2020, pos- to provide the guards. The con- cruise ships, private unarmed 3, 2018, when he retired. He whether to run for a fourth sibly state representative. The tract has yet to be finalized but security officers are required established the Florida Keys term but needs to discuss it current state representative, last year the city paid $375,953 in addition to Key West Police Security corporation in Sep- with her wife. However, she Holly Raschein, will term out for its private security force. officers. At the marinas the city tember 2018. n admitted to being “pleased” in 2020. n

8 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS Mike Marrero— The Saints, exhibition on February 9th

Key West, Jan 26 his heritage and the cultural fabric of this island. ike Marrero grew up in Key West His goal with this exhibit was to Msurrounded by La Regla de Ocha recreate The Saints, not as they are, but or Santeria and tales of The Saints. as he imagined them as a child. How These were not the Christian Saints he saw them through the prism of his you are most likely familiar with. They memories and his families beliefs. are the Yoruba Gods and Goddesses Marrero trains his camera on his brought from West Africa. native island and draws inspiration These areThe Saints that exact the from his childhood memories, cap- knowledge that seven ears of corn placed turing the pathos of ordinary life as in a brown paper bag and then burned it was then, with a sophistication that in the sand could bring you good luck. belies his generation. Mike learned about Chango (the As Marrero matures as a photogra- owner of fire, lightening, thunder and Chango) and O’Batala, (Sky Father pher, playwright, film maker and fa- war, also patron of music and dance) and creator of all The Saints or Ori- ther his fast evaporating roots mean and Santa Barbara (syncretized with shas). They are an inseparable part of more to him than ever. n

9 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS Doug Mader at Keys Women’s March Florida Audubon on February 7 Keys Chapter to host a Key West, Jan 23 “Dismantling Racism” he Florida Keys Audubon Soci- Tety’s speaker series will continue on Wednesday, February 6 at 6:30 Workshop in Key West, p.m. at the Key West Garden Club, 1100 Atlantic Boulevard. The speaker will be Dr. Doug Mad- Florida, Feb 9, 2019 er of the Marathon Veterinary Hospi- Key West, Jan 25 tal. He has worked in the Keys for Who: Michelle C. Johnson (anti- over 24 years. racism trainer), Women’s March Mader will give a talk called “Birds he Women’s March Florida Keys Florida Keys Chapter, All those of the Amazon River.” The Amazon is Tchapter is hosting a Dismantling Rac- who believe in our city’s “One one of the most environmentally rich ism workshop open to all who are ready Human Family” motto. areas on the planet. to deepen their understanding of person- What: Dismantling Racism “I spent 5 days going up the North- Dr. Doug Mader, who will give a talk al, cultural and institutional racism. workshop, $100-150 with on February 6 at the Florida Keys ern Amazon river with my camera Michelle C. Johnson, anti-racism scholarships available Audubon Society about “Birds of trainer, yogi, and activist, will lead a When: Saturday, February 9, 2019, and a bird expert. I was able to cap- the Amazon River.” ture over 125 different species. There workshop focused on understand- 10 AM - 5PM are several other great shots of other shoveled into your brain,” said Mark ing systems of power, privilege and Where: The Studios of Key West rainforest animals mixed in with all Hedden, Executive Director of FKAS. oppression. To make this workshop (533 Eaton, Key West) the feathers!” Said Mader. Admissions is free and open to any- accessible we have a three-tiered pay- Links: Eventbrite sign-up link, “Mader’s passion for animals and one who is interested. ment scale. $100, $125 or $150. In Facebook link, Women’s March wildlife knows no bounds. His talks For more information email key- addition, we have a limited number of Florida Keys Website partial and full scholarships available. always just seem like fun and then you [email protected] or leave a Michelle is also offering a free “Skill realize how much knowledge he has voicemail at 305-771-5807. n The workshop includes: • A history of the race construct in Action” book reading Friday, Feb- • Storytelling based on our life ruary 8th at 6 PM at Books & Books experience and a “Skill in Action” workshop Sun- Key West Garden Club • Embodied practice (breath day, February 10th 10 AM - 1:30 PM work and some movement) at the Key West Yoga Sanctuary. The • An exploration of internaliza- book reading and Sunday’s workshop meeting on February 7, tions of racism and privilege focus on the intersection of spirituality 2019 and planning for action. and social justice. n he Key West Garden Club is ble Landscaping, Urban Farms, and Key West Poetry Monthly Tpleased to welcome William P. Guerrilla Gardening”. Irwin, Ph.D., Professor of Biology Dr. Bill will be presenting on Meeting on Feb 3rd, 7pm at The at Florida Keys Community College. February 7, 2019 at 1:30 pm in the Dr. Bill is making his annual visit as a Pavilion at the West Fort Martello Library presenter to our garden membership on Atlantic Blvd. in Key West. Our he Key West Poetry Guild meets matic therapist. and guests. He is always entertain- monthly garden programs are free TSunday February 3rd 7pm at the All are welcome to come and listen, ing and provides the audience with and open to the public. Library. Featured poet is long time or join in with original work of their an abundance of knowledge. This For information and questions, call guild member Katharine Doughty, a own. Open mic, free info 305 292 years presentation is entitled, “Edi- Jane Tiedeman at 305-923-3820. n multi modal artist and certified so- 3595. n

10 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 UPPER KEYS The Matecumbe Christine Cordone and Historical Trust free Michael Norviel show presentation on on Feb 7th at Art@830 Feb 4th at Island Gallery hristine Cordone and Michael Williams movie, the house with rain- CNorviel will be presenting bow paintbrushes, little conch hous- Community Church “New Hues, New Views and New es on Johnson Lane, among other Islamorada, Jan 24 Treasures on Thursday, Feb. 7th 6 - less traveled locations. 8 PM at Art@830 Gallery, 830 Car- Norviel’s latest images are also he Matecumbe Historical Trust oline Street. Key West inspired, from his “Hom- Tpresents “The Sherlock Holmes This year, Cordone has explored eresk” palms to a “Hopper like” Cur- of Fort Taylor by Edward England. and uncovered some hidden trea- ry Mansion. Of course he once again The presentation is free, open to the sures in her paintings including “The has a beautiful tropical table scene, public and will begin at 6:30 pm Rose Tattoo” from the Tennessee this time with juicy watermelons. n on Monday, February 4th at Island Community Church, 83250 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL. Our free program will be on the first Monday Art@830 Gallery presents of February instead of our previously schedule third Monday. New Hues ~ New Views ~ New Treasures Edward England has been involved Edward England. with Fort Taylor in Key West for over parks. Edward has dedicated the years Reception 50 years. He began work with his fa- since his father passed away in 1999 to Thurs. Feb. 7th 6-8pm ther, Howard England, in December preserving not only his Dad’s legacy but 1968. He volunteered with his father also preserving the history of one of the 830 Caroline St. who worked 16½ years to bring Fort few coastal forts in the South to remain 305-295-9595 Taylor from the Navy’s junk yard in in Union hands during the Civil War. 1968 to become one the outstanding For more information contact parks of the Florida Park Service’s 175 Barbara at 305-393-0940. n Christine Cordone & Michael Norviel

11 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 UPPER KEYS Monroe County-led $49.2 million Project for Hurricane Marine Debris removal is in Home Stretch

Monroe County, Jan 23 being taken to nearby debris man- agement sites before being hauled to he Monroe County-led $49.2 mil- Homestead for proper disposal. Tlion project to cleanup Hurricane For up-to-date information on the Irma marine debris is at 78 percent cleanup, including a master schedule completion, with 134 of the 172 fed- of the work and the new list of canals erally approved canals completed. approved for this project, go to mon- The project has used only $14.2 roecounty-fl.gov/irmacanalcleanup. million (38 percent) of the available The master schedule should be viewed $45.8 million marine debris clearing Motorcycle removed from canal on a computer due to the amount of budget for unincorporatedMonroe 307 in Upper Sugar Loaf. information. County, Islamorada and Marathon. The project is divided as follows: The remaining $4.2 million funding $35.2 million for unincorporated of the project grant is being used for Monroe County, $7.5 million for monitoring services. Marathon and $6.5 million for Is- The project is funded with an Emer- lamorada. gency Watershed Protection program Debris removed canal 229 on Big Tavernier-based Adventure Envi- grant from the U.S. Department of Pine Key. ronmental was hired by the County Agriculture’s Natural Resources Con- to lead the cleanup. servation Service. canals to NRCS for sediment approval Adventure Environmental and Monroe County is using Florida and 18 of them – located in unincor- subcontractor Arnolds Towing of Marine Debris removal. Keys Stewardship Act funds for its 25 porated MonroeCounty, Marathon Stock Island have a combined work- percent match. meet the 220-day grant deadline that and Islamorada – are currently being force of about 60 people committed “The project is totally funded with ends March 21, 2019. considered. to the project using four grapple state and federal money,” Monroe The USDA’s NRCS is the entity Marine debris cleanup of approved trucks, five sonar boats and 15 barg- County Sustainability Director Rhon- that approves which canals can receive canals is completed in Islamorada and es specifically built to perform in da Haag said. “Not one cent of County the grant funding after reviewing com- only one canal is left in Marathon. the Keys environment with minimal money has been spent on this, with the prehensive submissions provided by The work continues in unincorporated impact. Wood Environment & Infra- exception of staff time. the County. Monroe County. structure Solutions, Inc. is monitor- The project is ahead of schedule to The County also has submitted 34 The hurricane marine debris is ing the work. n

12 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 WHAT'S HAPPENING Pigeon Key Art Festival Offers Two Days of Fun in the Keys

he Pigeon Key Art Festival will be the show and make a $7 entrance do- Tcelebrating its silver anniversary, nation receive a voucher good for a ½ Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 2-3, 2019. price ticket for an island tour via boat The 25-year-old art emporium will departing from the Hyatt Faro Blanco be spread among the open-air Mara- hotel within one week of the Festival. thon Community Park in a tropically All proceeds benefit the not-for-profit themed oasis of exemplary artwork in Pigeon Key Foundation’s important the form of pottery, paintings, glass, research, education programs and res-

sculpture, photography, jewelry and toration projects.

V V more. The 25th Annual Pigeon Key The family-friendly show will fea- V Art Festival is Saturday from 10 am ture more than 55 fine artists, re- Pigeon Key to 9 pm and Sunday from 10 am to nowned marine artists Carey Chen 4 pm at the Marathon Community and BJ Royster painting live, marine Park (MM 49) – not on the island itself. However, guests who come to XX Continued on page 15 a Big Show for a Tiny Island

February 2nd & 3rd 2019 Marathon Community Park 50+ Fine Artists Celebrity marine artist Live & art Auction Entertainment History Marine Exhibits Fine Art Auction Food, Beer, Wine Interactive Programs Educational activities

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COOL DUO Sam Ramos & Chris Case 6:30 - 11pm Motown, Detroit funk, classic rock, ISLAND TIME DUO reggae and of course, all your island 6:30 - 11pm favorites. Steel pan sounds of island hits, beach music and oldies MAGIC OF FRANK EVERHART Tuesday 02/05 9:00 pm - 1am GARY HEMPSEY noon - 5pm Friday 02/01 Classic acoustic Rock with a twist. MICHAEL McCLOUD & FRIENDS noon - 5pm TOM TAYLOR Stalwart Key West troubadour 6:30 - 11pm the Soul of Key West Michael McCloud delivers humorous Generation X, new covers to favorite repartée and original songs that oldies from the ‘60s exemplify life at this tropical latitude. Wednesday 02/06 JEFF CLARK JEFF CLARK BAND noon - 5pm 6:30 - 11:30pm Classic island flavors; reggae, Classic island flavors; reggae, funk, and soul. funk, and soul. RAVEN COOPER MAGIC OF FRANK EVERHART 6:30 - 11pm 9:00 pm - 1am Melodic mix of country, blues, Ralph De Palma Photography| 2018 Calendar pop favorites, originals and more. Saturday 02/02 Humorous audience interaction! MICHAEL McCLOUD & FRIENDS noon - 5pm MAGIC OF FRANK EVERHART JEFF CLARK BAND 9:00 pm - 1am 6:30 - 11:30pm The Smokin’ Tuna Sunday - NFL Championship Game! 4 Charles St., (305) 517-6350 Big Screen TV’s - Surround Sound smokintunasaloon.com n Thursday 01/31 MAGIC OF FRANK EVERHART Mile 0 Fest Private 9:00 pm - 1am NOON-2am Daily

14 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 WHAT'S HAPPENING Whats Happening ROSS BROWN Monday 02/04 Pigeon Key Art... XX Continued from page 14 10:00 pm - 2:00 am Dani Hoy, 12pm – 4pm XX Continued from page 13 Wavy Dave, 7:30pm – 10:30pm Friday 02/01 Monday 02/04 and education exhibits as well as well SHASTINA CHILES Mile 0 Fest Private Tuesday 02/05 as beer, wine and frozen drinks made NOON-2am Daily 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Roger Jokela, 12pm – 4pm with Key West Legal Rum. Festival fare includes fresh seafood, french crepes, Saturday 02/03 SHELDON MCLELLAN Charlie Miller, 7pm – 10pm Greek menu, burgers & dogs, smooth- Mile 0 Fest Private 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Wednesday 02/06 NOON-2am Daily ies and healthy options along with des- DREW GUNNING Eric Paul (Levy) 12:30pm – 4:00pm serts like ice cream and funnel cakes. A 10:00 pm - 2:00 am Sunday 02/03 Rachel Grace, 7:30pm – 10:30pm fine art silent auction with original and SUPERBOWL PARTY signed work from Wyland, Guy Harvey, Tuesday 02/05 The Little Room Jazz Club 6PM $$ 305.517.6350 TURNER HARRISON (821 Duval St. Key West) Carey Chen, Alan Maltz and many oth- Andy Westcott & The Local Boyz 9pm 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm littleroomjazzclub.com er will be Saturday during the concert. Chain Reaction, a sound-alike tribute Monday 02/04 DAVID WARREN 8:30-11:30 Nightly to the legendary 80’s rock band Jour- Hey Monea 5pm 10:00 pm - 2:00 am 3/31 Thursday Dom Carelli Trio Blu Monday w Caffeine ney, will entertain from 6 to 9 pm at the 2/1 Friday Denis Hyland Quartet Marathon Park bandshell. Blankets and Carl & The Buzz 9pm Wednesday 02/06 2/2 Saturday Coffi Butler & Co. JOE “THE SHOW” ENICH lawn chairs are permitted but no outside Tuesday 02/05 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 2/3 Sunday Chris Burchard & food/drink or pets, please. Parking is Friends Hey Monea 9pm free. Entry is $7 for both days, including TURNER HARRISON 2/4 Monday Jazz Jam with Larry Smith the concert, and kids 12 and under are Wednesday 02/06 10:00 pm - 2:00 am free. For more information, visit www. Hey Monea 9pm 2/5 Tuesday Bluesday PigeonKeyArtFestival.com. n Bottlecap / Blue Room 2/6 Wednesday Women’s Night n The Green Room 1128 Simonton St., 501 Greene St., 741-7300 (305) 296-2807 thegreenroomkeywest.com Atlanta’s Mike Veal Band at the n bottlecapkeywest.com Thursday 01/31 n MARJORY LEE Thursdays-Fridays 7:30pm Hog’s Breath Saloon 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Professional Standup Comedy— doors open 7:30pm. he Mike Veal Band, Atlanta’s favor- JASON LAMSON Blue Room available for private parties Tite party band brings its energy and 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm excitement to the Hog’s Breath Saloon, The Salty Angler 400 Front St., Jan. 24 - 27, rocking the 1114 Duval St., (305) 741-7071 KEN FAIRBROTHER night stage from 9pm – 1am. thesaltyangler.com 10:00 pm - 2:00 am The band plays a hot combination of n blues, rock, and funk. Diverse musical Friday 02/01 Thursday 01/31 backgrounds and regional influences Atlanta partiers and club patrons PORSCHIA DENNING Roger Jokela, 1pm – 5pm color each member’s contribution to 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm throughout the Southeast know the band the tight sound for which the band is OREN POLAK Friday 02/01 delivers a killer show every time. Stop by 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm admired. the Hog’s Breath and see for yourself. n Ben Taddiken, 12pm – 4pm Saturday 02/02 Zack Seemiller & Lightning Boy West Texas Singer-Songwriter Cliff DJ GYVER 8pm – 11pm 10:00 pm - 3:00 am Cody Plays the Hog’s Breath Saloon Saturday 02/02 Sunday 02/03 est Texas singer-songwriter Cliff of Julie Roberts’ album “Men and Mas- Eric Paul (Levy), 12pm – 4pm SHELDON MCLELLAN WCody plays the Hog’s Breath Sa- cara” by Rolling Stone Magazine. 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm loon, 400 Front St., mid-shift gig – 4:30 Since first playing the Key West Sunday 02/03 – 8:30 p.m. Jan. 28 – Feb 3.. Songwriters Festival, Cody has be- MARJORY LEE Ben Taddiken, 12pm – 4pm “Chasin Whiskey,” Cody’s first re- come a favorite and regular performer 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Charlie Miller, 8pm – 11pm corded cut was recognized as a highlight in the Keys. n

15 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 T R O P I C S P R O C K E T S I A N B R O C K W A Y

mantic relationships and likes the idea, tiny man against Yosemite, slick, ma- but facing a mountain and climbing jestic and Terrible in its weight). As the without ropes is his first love. It allows filmmakers put you right on the side him to focus. of El Capitan, looking straight down, “Free Solo” chronicles Honnold’s the awe-inspiring nature of Honnold’s quest to reach the top of El Capitan goal sinks in. some 3,000 feet up. This challenge Alex Honnold is a human being deep fear of high beds, it seemed like demands perfection and omits all dis- of supernatural skill, but one won- a horror film. tractions including his girlfriend San- ders when he will stop. Climbing free Free Solo Honnold grew up a bit introverted, ni. Many have thought that Honnold solo is his first love, his meaning, his by his own admission, but he spent is detached or peculiar, but as Peter spirit and how he is wired. But he is “ ree Solo” by Elizabeth Chai every moment he could climbing or Croft says in the film in paraphrase, driven above all, which raises disturb- FVasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin is a thinking about climbing. His mother “Romance can crack your armor.” To ing questions: where is his next rock documentary about Alex Honnold, is a French teacher, who rarely spoke not have absolute concentration can encounter? Are his wars endless and who climbed El Capitan at Yosem- to him in English and his father was a mean death. where, if ever, will they end? n ite without ropes or other supports, bit morose but became obsessed with Sanni as Honnold’s girlfriend is using only his body and his mental travelling from place to place. torn between being supportive of force. The story is psychological as Climbing consumes Honnold; it is him, and being judgmental and pro- much as physical and for me, having a his first priority. He is asked about ro- tective. Sanni watches him practice and twist his body in knots, knowing this could be his last free solo climb. Grimly, no one has attempted this feat and lived. With Zen like mindfulness Alex Honnold moves forward, choos- ing not to discuss any details with Sanni. Leaving him the day of the Shoplifters ascent, she understandably breaks irector Hirokaru Koreeda (Still down crying. Walking) directs a natural, Wondering why he persists in D heartfelt story of a family where climbing again and again, Honnold nothing is as it seems. In minute and supposes that he is filled with some detailed episodes, Koreeda deftly self-loathing or the push to be perfect. offers a portrait of a family on the As his mother said, according to the edge that nevertheless lives to the film, “Good is not good enough.” fullest with spirit. The film entitled The film starts as a vivid por- “Shoplifters” has received numerous trait but then builds into something awards including the Palme d’Or at tense and claustrophobic. Honnold Cannes in 2018. bends and squashes his body. He The story focuses on a makeshift winces and exhales. He must climb family headed by Osamu (Lily Franky) El Capitan. There is no other way. who teaches his children to shoplift. At first, one worries whether his His children are not his biologically; romantic relationship will survive, they are lost or abandoned young- then shockingly it becomes clear sters that the man spies on the street, that Honnold himself may not live testing our definition of what actually to tell of the ascent. makes up a family. The cinematography is unmatched, illustrating something of Edmund Burke’s Theory of The Sublime (one XX Continued on page 18

16 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 THEATER REVIEW THE MCDONALDS: Key West’s First Family of Theater

n the early “Short Attention Span Theatre: Enjoy Paul-Shook—and moving to the end of Amber and Jack grew up in the the- Idays of the the Ride”, now playing at the Red Barn the road permanently. ater, McDonald said. “They come by Red Barn, their on Duval Street through February 9. They were immediately successful all of this honestly. Amber studied kids used to “This is actually the third time in the theatrical community here, first acting at Boston University, then had sleep on blan- we’ve done it – all of us together,” said with the Green Street Theatre – where a decent career in Hollywood before kets backstage Mimi McDonald, who with husband they worked with the likes of Tennes- moving back here to start a family. while Mom and Dad rehearsed their Gary were founding members of the see Williams, Shel Silverstein, and Roy Jack was stage managing for us at elev- next play. For the kids, it was just the Red Barn 39 years ago. “People find Scheider – and then at the Red Barn, en years old, and helping his dad build way things were, this is what their it unusual and unique, I guess, but it’s which they helped found with sev- and paint sets. He’s very creative visu- family did…mom and dad under the not to us. It’s a natural course for our eral other theater friends. Nothing’s ally, especially with costumes.” lights, the kids watching from the family to take when you think about changed since. “Short Attention Span Theatre” is wings with their binkies and bottles. it. We’ve been a theatrical family since “We’re all so used to one another a perfect showcase for the family tal- And nearly 40 years later, they’re the beginning.” in the theater,” McDonald said. “It’s ents. All four McDonalds are direct- still doing it. For Mimi and Gary Mc- Mimi and Gary met at Virginia a blessing, really, because we all speak ing, with a little help from friends Donald and siblings Amber McDon- Commonwealth University just as the the same language. We don’t have to Richard Grusin and Dave Bootle. Be- ald Good and Jack McDonald, theater Seventies were kicking in. He studied explain our days to one another. We sides directing, Gary and Jack built is literally in their blood. They really commercial art and design, with a love don’t always agree on things, but it’s the sets. Jack made the costumes and haven’t known anything else. for building all sorts of things. She stud- great that everyone in your family un- is stage managing. Mimi directs and And this year, audiences are being ied acting. When they graduated and derstands what’s going on in your life XX Continued on page 18 treated to a rare evening of McDon- married in 1974, they honeymooned in so organically.” ald theater, as all four members of Key Key West, but then did some travelling West’s First Family of Theater have before hooking up with several acting come together to produce and direct friends – including Doug and Marjorie

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THE MCDONALDS.... McDonald said. “Each of us found “This year may be the last time XX Continued from page 17 one that we really liked and we put we’ll ever do something like this,” them all together. If you pay atten- McDonald said, a note of wistful- handles all the theater business. tion, you can see each of our per- ness in her voice. But then with a And Amber has even shown up sonalities showing up subtly in the laugh, she added, “But you never to her rehearsals with her young way the plays come across.” know in theater, do you?” kids in tow – the next generation The show stars a bevy of Key Tickets for all remaining per- of McDonalds to breathe in the West talent, including Vanessa formances of “Short Attention theatrical air. McCaffrey, John Reynolds, Car- Span Theater” are available at “The fun of this show is that olyn Cooper, Don Bearden, Erin redbarntheatre.com/tickets or by it’s seven very funny short plays,” McKenna, and Jeremy Zoma. calling 305-296-9911. n

Shoplifters.... and it deserves to be highlight- ual and crosses conversational XX Continued from page 16 ed. This family is closely bound boundaries with his “son” Sho- through affection and play and ta (Kairi Jō). At one point, he This is the central ingredient of each member truly cares. attempts to run away. During the film and its most provocative Although the middle section these episodic turns, our socie- element. lags with character points that are tal conventions are both revealed One day Osamu spies a tod- difficult to keep straight in regard and tested. dler Yuri (Miyu Sasaki) out on the to the grandmother Hatsue (Ki- “Shoplifters” starts slowly street in the cold. Osamu tempts rin Kiki) and her history, the film but gradually builds to a climax her with food and the girl follows still gives a compelling portrait of that is both apprehensive and him home where she becomes an an eccentric family unit. affectionate. The film is a fit- accomplice to shoplifting. The spark of this film is that ting addition to this director’s Later it becomes evident that it teases our expectations. At oeuvre, offering further proof Yuri has been abused. Yuri likes first we are shown a blue collar that Hirokaru Koreeda is one of Osamu and his wife Nobuyo (Saku- father up against it. Then we see the most graceful and articulate ra Ando) and the couple keeps her. a man a little lazy and eager to directors. n This is the first film I have seen not extend himself. Finally, it is Write Ian at portraying a poor family in Japan revealed that Osamu is very sex- [email protected] 18 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 THEATER REVIEW Fringe Theater Presents Collected Stories

“Writers are encouraged to write what they know,” explains Annie Miners. “Collected Stories takes two valid points of view and explores their consequences. It’s a pretty relevant topic, if you consider everyday people ringe Theater presents Donald are posting stories on Facebook, Twit- FMargulies’ Collected Stories now ter, and Instagram about their lives thru February 2 at the Key West Wom- (which involve other people). Whose an’s Club. The play asks the compel- stories should we tell, and what sto- ling question, “Is the ownership of a ries are off limits?” story in its living or in its writing?” Collected Stories runs Jan 22 – Feb Collected Stories follows the com- 2 at 7pm in the Key West Woman’s plex relationship between author Ruth Club, located at 319 Duval Street. Steiner and her ambitions student, Tickets are $35 general admission and Lisa Morrison. Their professional re- $45 reserved seating. Seating is limit- lationship, based on a genuine admi- ed so advanced ticket purchase is en- Ruth Steiner and Lisa Morrison. ration for each other, grows compli- couraged. Tickets are available online cated as Lisa’s confidence and literary can be interchanged easily with envy a popular actor, director, and stage at www.fringetheater.org or by calling acclaim grows. and resentment. manager in town. 305-731-0581. n “I love writing smart, complicated Ruth Stein is played by Glenda women,” the Pulitzer Prize winning Donovan, a retired drama teacher playwright once said. The characters in and director who remains theatrical- Collected Stories are evidence of that. ly active in both Key West and the Both Ruth and Lisa are driven yet em- Boston area. Lisa Morrison is played pathetic. The evolution of their rela- by Lisa Elena Mona, a graduate of tionship is a minefield of unexplored the Stella Adler acting studio in NY personality traits, raw nerves, and and a local boat captain. The pro- affection. Yet, the play makes it clear duction is directed by Annie Miners, that feelings of admiration and honor a veteran of Key West theater who is

19 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 I N T H E K E Y S F L O R I D A K E Y S S P C A n Rescue Tails Harriet the Pig - Part One

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arriett’s story is best told Hthrough images. The pictures her adoptive family have shared say everything that needs to be said about love, respect, commitment, When Harriett arrived, we called and family! This little pig could not Rooterville and other pig rescues but have found a better home. She was they were all full. We panicked be- originally intended to be a child’s cause finding good homes for pigs therapy animal. But when the family is incredibly hard. But the Porcine situation changed, she was brought Goddesses were looking out for our to the shelter, one of many pot-bel- little girl. It turned out that local vet- lied pigs that have come to us. erinarian Dr. Michael Dunn and his The average teacup pig can weigh wife Catherine love pigs, already had 80-120 lbs or more as an adult. one named Tink, and agreed to fos- Reputable sanctuaries are overflow- ter Harriett while we looked for an ing with unwanted pigs who were adopter. Of course, it didn’t take be- sold as “micro” or “teacup” pigs to fore “foster” turned into “home” and uneducated people by unscrupulous Harriett’s new life began. n sellers.

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20 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 THEATER REVIEW A Doll’s House Part 2: A clever reincarnation at the Waterfront (Winner of 8 Tony nominations)

does with issues that are ageless. sume her role as loving mother and wife, something she cannot legally do herself. In the original play set in 1879, you can forget it. She is back to ask her “The Doll House” by Norwegian Hen- husband to help her arrange a divorce, XX Continued on page 25 rik Ibsen, an imperfect 8-year old mar- riage was examined, and the illusion BY JOANNA BRADY of bourgeois contentment eventually unraveled. Nora Helmer, Ibsen’s fa- was riveted by A Doll’s House Part mous heroine, accused her husband of I2, now playing at the Waterfront having used her as a doll, and declared Playhouse. It has all the elements of herself unfit to be a wife or mother un- a terrific production: a very well-writ- til she learned to be herself. The final ten script, perfect casting, superb scene was both spectacular and ugly as acting, and a gorgeous Victorian era Nora Torvald walked out on her hus- ‘Michael Boyer’ set. The directing, by band and children. Her exit, with the Murphy Davis, is more than up to the door slamming behind her, remains task, bringing out the humor that re- one of the most famous ever written. lieves the intensity of the lines. In “Doll House Part 2”, fifteen years A Doll’s House Part 2 is a thorough- have passed. It is 1894, and there is ly modern play in Victorian clothing. loud pounding on the same door. Yes, The youthful playwright, Lucas Hnath Nora has returned, and her ideas on has written it in current, modern En- love and marriage are as radical as ever. glish, complete with idiomatic expres- If anything, she has indeed ‘found’ sions, cusses, and funny lines. And herself, and her views of freedom and oddly, the anachronistic quirk works self-discovery have intensified. very well for this script, dealing as it If you think she has returned to re-

Did you say free tickets? 21 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 WHAT'S HAPPENING “Blind Spots” exhibit at The Studios of Key West reveals modern slavery through imagery and art installations: Special preview party on February 7

Key West, Jan 23 bilitated), art installations by local art- “Bought and Sold” by Kay Chernush ists Cricket Desmarais and Gretchen will be presented by ArtWorks For n Thursday, February 7, The Mills, ceramics by the Florida Keys Freedom at the African Cemetery on OStudios of Key West welcomes Community College Mudpie Club, Higgs Beach, a location selected to the public to the Key West premier the work of several participating local honor individuals who were abduct- of “Blind Spots— Modern Day Slav- students, and artwork from local teen ed to be sold as commercial goods ery Exposed,” with a special opening traffic victims. but were rescued by the U.S. Navy reception in the XOJ Gallery from “In recent years, reports that Mon- in 1860. 6:00pm – 8:00pm. The traveling ex- roe County children have been victims “As the mission of Keys to Be hibit is part of a multi-faceted project of sex trafficking targeted by groups The Change is to empower young developed by Key West resident and from the mainland have shocked the people to realize their full potential activist Erika Biddle to encourage ac- community,” says Biddle. “It’s a prob- while taking action to create positive tion against human trafficking and lem that has remained largely out of change in the world, we are eager to child exploitation. the public eye, at least in the world’s support this project in hopes that our “This strikes home as much as any richest nations.” community will band together to put other violent act that we see in the The Studios will also host a film an end to human trafficking once and world today,” says Keys to Be the screening of “Children of Bal Ash- for all,” says Golightly. Change Founder and exhibit sponsor In 2016, a local Indian civil soci- ram” on Saturday, February 9 at “Blind Spots” is free and open to ety organization found and freed Heidi Golightly. ““Blind Spots” offers 7:00pm, a film that documents the the public throughout the month of this five-year-old from the loom of not only awareness but inspiration a rug factory. The image is one of work of Nobel Peace Prize recipient February. Sponsored by Florida Keys for concrete actions that people of all many portraits that offer a window Kailash Satyarthi, who liberated and Council of the Arts and Keys to Be the ages can take to combat this world- into the world of human trafficking rehabilitated more than 87,000 chil- Change. For more information, visit wide epidemic.” and child exploitation, the basis for dren from child labor, slavery, and TSKW.org or contact The Studios at The exhibit includes images and “Blind Spots— Modern Day Slavery trafficking. A Q & A with director 305-296-0458 or Erika Biddle at 305- Exposed,” which opens at 6:00pm text by renowned photographer U. Len Morris and a discussion about 567-1610. The Studios of Key West on Thursday, February 7 in the Roberto (Robin) Romano portraying Zabar Lobby at The Studios of Key what actions can be taken to protect is located at 533 Eaton Street, with child laborers from across the globe West. Image courtesy of U. Roberto the innocent will follow. gallery and box office open Tues-Sat, (that have since been freed and reha- (Robin) Romano. In addition, the outdoor exhibit 10am-4pm. n

22 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 THEATER REVIEW Hit Play “I’M GONNA PRAY FOR YOU SO HARD” Closes This Weekend

tonight, Friday, and Saturday. All cur- been opened and liberally consumed. tains are at 8 pm. Some tickets are still We meet a father who is very funny available at tskw.org or 305-296-0458. – a force of nature who rarely pauses Called “…compelling entertain- in his unbroken oration of theatrical ment…intriguing…moving…poi- advice to his adoring daughter. But un- gnant…throws a punch that feels real, is derneath his amiable veneer is a brutal, unexpected, and leaves a mark…” by local disillusioned man who disguises his theater critics, the play stars local favorites weaknesses and failures as strengths Bob Bowersox and Melody G. Moore, and his paternal failures as tough love, and is directed by Carole MacCartee. all aimed directly at his loving daughter David Berryman (Bowersox) is a who forgives him everything in her des- he powerful hit play, “I’m Gonna Pulitzer and Tony-winning playwright perate need for validation and love. In TPray For You So Hard” by New York on the back half of his career. His the second act, we see that the daugh- playwright Halley Feiffer, will close out daughter Ella (Moore) is just begin- ter has not only learned the lessons, but its critically-acclaimed run this week- ning to step into hers with a support- to David’s apartment after her open- bests the master in all of them. end at the Helmerich Theatre in the ing role in an avant-garde Off-Broad- ing night performance to await the Studios of Key West with performances way production. They have retreated reviews of the play online. Wine has XX Continued on page 25

23 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 WHAT'S HAPPENING Comedy Key West at BottleCap Schooner Wharf Bar Tailgate Party

pend your NFL Champion- Sship Sunday under the stars at the popular harbor walk hangout, Schooner Wharf Bar. Rams and Pa- triot fans can join friends February 3rd to watch the gridiron war at the waterfront. Watch the big game at the Schoo- Lenny Clarke. Erin Jackson. Tom Dustin. ner Wharf Bar tropical yard line. omedy Key West presents pro- vision network, and has appeared on Tom Dustin and friends perform Sit dockside and watch the game Cfessional standup comedians MSNBC, NFL Network, truTV, VH-1 on Saturday, February 9th. Comedy on huge outdoor screens and sever- Erin Jackson, Lenny Clarke and Tom and TV Guide Network as a panelist on Key West’s entourage and their fa- al televisions with surround sound Dustin. They will be performing after numerous sports and pop-culture shows. vorite Bostonian, Tom, will present throughout the bar. talented local comics warm up the stage Lenny Clarke performs 3 nights, an edgy, original and hilarious show. Football fans can enjoy free shots at The BottleCap. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Feb- Tom Dustin is the only American to when your team scores, half-time Erin Jackson performs on Thursday, ruary 6th, 7th and 8th. As seen on ever win the $25,000 Yuk Yuk’s Great buffet to benefit Boys and Girls January 31st and Friday, February 1st. There’s Something About Mary and Canadian Laugh-off. He was also the Clubs of Key West and the low- Erin can be seen nightly in many of Rescue Me, Veteran Boston stand-up winner of the Sam Adams Comedy er Keys, great giveaways, icy cold New York City’s top comedy clubs, and comedian Lenny Clarke has an oddly Festival. He’s done Comedy Central, buckets of Budweiser and Bud recently made her late-night television calibrated act — his material and his The Comedy Channel (Canada), local Light, shots of Jagermeister, tropical debut on “CONAN.” She was a semifi- perspective is very much in an old- & national radio, podcasts, festivals, specialty cocktails and a live remote nalist on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” school Don Rickles vein, but his atti- and roasts. radio broadcast with Hoebee and and has also performed her stand-up on tude is very much that of a quick-wit- Doors open at 7:30 PM and Show- WAIL 99.5. “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” Comedy ted young comic. Clarke’s television, time is at 8:30. Shows are selling out in Everyone is a winner, regardless of Central’s “Live at Gotham,” AXS TV’s film and comedy resume is too exten- advance. Seating and ticketing are on a the final score at the Schooner Wharf “Gotham Comedy Live,” OWN’s “Wan- sive to list. He regularly appears in Las first arrival basis. For more information Tailgate party!!! da Sykes Presents Herlarious,” and TV Vegas and major comedy events across about the comedians and to purchase For more information, please Guide Network’s “Standup in Stilettos.” the country and beyond. Fans who tickets visit www.comedykeywest.com. contact Schooner Wharf at (305) Erin co-hosted three seasons of “Exhale,” have seen Clarke more than once know Bottlecap is located at 1128 Simonton 292-3302,visit Schoonerwharf.com a panel talk series on the ASPiRE tele- that no two of his shows are alike. Street in Key West. n or join us on Facebook. n

24 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 THEATER REVIEW  WHAT’S HAPPENING

A Doll’s House Part 2... the same way. She regrets nothing and ment, we’re left with mixed emotions. I additional information as well as XX Continued from page 21 she never looks back, defiantly standing won’t spoil it for you. You must see this tickets, call 305- 294-5015 or visit her ground to the end. And while we can fantastic play. You’ll love it! n waterfrontplayhouse.org This is the Victorian age when women accept her leaving an unhappy marriage “A Doll’s House, Part Two” opens on (Joanna Brady is a local writer, are not allowed to engage in commerce which she regarded as a prison, leaving Jan. 24 and plays through Feb. 9. author of the historical Key West or sign contracts. In fact, Nora thought her children was going overboard. All performances are at 8 p.m. For novel, The Woman at the Light. her husband Tovald had attended to it The other characters certainly think already. She has become an established so. Joy Hawkins, who plays Anne Ma- Hit Play “I’M GONNA... Bowersox’s performance was called writer of women’s novels—including rie, the gimpy elderly nanny, takes no XX Continued from page 23 “…nuanced and raw…he does not a scathing autobiographical one—and prisoners. Having had to raise Nora’s “This is one of the best plays I’ve shy away from the truly gut-wrenching made a lot of money from it. Thinking kids and look after Tovald all these ever come across,” director MacCartee moments.” Moore’s performance is de- she was divorced, she thought she was years, she’s not about to let Nora forget said. “It’s remarkable, with two tour- scribed as “…thunderous…a Godzilla doing all those transactions legally. This her peccadilloes for long. Hawkins has a de-force roles played by two exquisite in stilettos…”. Audiences have been leads to an imbroglio which becomes lot of funny lines, including some cuss- actors that will make you laugh out mesmerized and offered standing ova- difficult to sort out. ing you wouldn’t expect! It is always a loud, then make you cry, then shock tions each night. For more informa- Maribeth Graham is phenomenal pleasure to watch Hawkins on stage. you. Be ready. You will be talking about tion, visit theatrexp.org or tskw.org or as Nora, a woman out of touch with It’s also a delight to see David Black this one for days.” call 302-540-6102 or 305-296-0458. n her zeitgeist. Like Emma Bovary, she back on stage this season. He’s an excel- is caught in the conflict between ide- lent, versatile actor, and plays the frus- alism and reality. Graham is on stage trated, exasperated husband Tovald to the whole ninety minutes, interacting the hilt, garnering laughs from a sym- and challenging, preachy and pon- pathetic audience—especially the men. Gourmet Nibbles tificating; a woman’s libber on ste- The talented Jessica Miano Kruel roids about a hundred years before plays Nora’s pretty, poised daughter for & Flowers it is fashionable. In this post ‘me too’ whom the arrival of Nora is less than movement, a lot of what she spouts— fortuitous. Having been deprived of a like the gender roles life has assigned mother’s love for most of her life, she us and society’s expectations of us— longs for the very thing her mother re- will resonate with women in the au- jects: The feeling of belonging to some- dience. She is assertive, at other times one who loves her and touches her with righteous; and she can be very funny. affection. Provincial contentment. But her facile charm does not dissim- Nora is appalled to learn that Emmy is ulate the fact that she is inflexible and engaged, to a banker like her father. self-centered. A flawed human being. There are a few tender moments in Edith Piaff once famously warbled, the play, but you know the situation “Non, je ne regrette rien,” and Nora feels can’t end well. In the final dénoue- Key West Weddings and Renewals Specialize in Beach Weddings You Wi Packages starting at $250. rving th P Se ride Ask about our Bachelorette Spa-rties! 305-294-5212 ! (305) 293-WEDO (9336) www.GourmetNibblesandBaskets.com www.keywestweddingsandrenewals.com David Brooks, Ordained Minister 917 Frances St. Key West

25 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 IN COMMUNITY Debbie Mucarsel-Powell Swearing In Ceremony Photos by Ralph De Palma

26 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 IN COMMUNITY A Celebration of The Life of William Welch Photos by Larry Blackburn

27 www.konklife.com • JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 A stunning 1990 Old Town eyebrow with Old World charm to spare

BY TERRY SCHMIDA KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE EDITOR

ime was, if you wanted Tto buy a classic Key West eyebrow home, you had to either buy an older edifice in various states of de- crepitude and effect a hugely expensive and time-consuming renovation/re- modeling project, or pay top dollar for someone else’s handiwork. The stunning three-bedroom, three- bath residence at 1412 Duncan St. turns that equation on its head. Not only was this home constructed with great care and expense in 1990, it has also been recently upgraded so as to become a true neighborhood showpiece. Situated on a quiet Old Town street this 1,701 square-foot, two-story stunner hasn’t yet had a chance to become “old” but has been improved upon nonetheless. From its gracious, wide, front veranda, This superb residence was constructed in 1990. Photo contributed. to its gleaming new ‘heart of pine’ wood been used as an office nook, but could Located on a nearly 4,000 square-foot from the White Street commercial cor- flooring downstairs, fabulous gourmet be put to a variety of uses. There’s also lot, the rest of the grounds are equally ridor, beaches, tennis courts, and even kitchen, and delightful gardens and pool, a sizable guest bedroom with a com- impressive. The rear and side yards offer a neighborhood grocery store. this is a home for living and loving. fortable ensuite bathroom. plenty of space for dining and entertain- Don’t miss the opportunity to graft The ground floor of this colorful- Up a flight of charming wood stairs ing, and the custom, heated pool, with your own island memories on this ly-painted house offers a grand living/ are another two large and sunny bed- Pebble Tec surfacing and lush mature memorable and deluxe Key West resi- dining room with French doors lead- rooms, including the master, which landscaping make this the perfect out- dence. Schedule an appointment to see ing to the rear garden, with plenty of boasts a soaring cathedral ceiling, door space to enjoy Key West’s wonder- this beautiful home today! natural light, courtesy of a number of oversized master bath with custom tile ful year-round weather in. There is also double-hung windows. floors, and a spacious walk-in closet. plenty of off-street parking. This home is being offered for just Adjacent is the marvelously upgrad- Down the hall, with its own vaulted A decent-sized storage shed is also $1,495,000. ed kitchen, featuring custom “slow- ceiling, is the second bedroom, which located in the rear of the home. For more information, or to schedule a close” drawers, granite countertops, though slightly smaller, features its Though this neighborhood, which showing, call listing agent/broker Roger a walk in pantry and state-of-the-art own ensuite bathroom, plenty of clos- includes Tennessee Williams’ famous Washburn, of Island and Resort Realty stainless steel appliances, featuring a et space, and the same high-quality former residence, is as quiet and Key West, at 954-303-8701, or email 72 inch refrigerator/freezer. crown moldings and other woodwork neighborly as any on the island, it’s [email protected] Down the hall is an area that has touches as the rest of the house. also conveniently located just minutes [email protected]

KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE • www.konklife.com • FEBRUARY 2019 MEET THE REALTORS The husband-and-wife team of Jon and Janine Seibert

BY TERRY SCHMIDA “I enjoy ‘yard therapy’ since the KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE EDITOR plant life is very different from the Midwest,” Jon said. “Boating and or Key Westers Jon and spending time exploring the reef FJanine Seibert, selling and sandbars is one of my favorite real estate is a family affair. hobbies.” The two Realtors moved to the For Janine, the climate is also a Southernmost City from the snowy big draw. plains of Iowa six years ago, and “I enjoy the fact that I can take ad- have since made a name for them- vantage of the weather and my love selves working as a partnership for running and biking every day of out of the offices of Century 21, the year,” she said. “Completing 19 Schwartz Realty. half-marathons and numerous other With the Seiberts, you get two runs and duathalons, has been my full time Realtors working on your hobby for the past several years” behalf. On the civic side, the couple sup- “We both work on all aspects ports many organizations in Key of the deal,” Janine said, “I guess if West. The Seiberts have sponsored there is a division of labor, I tend to or supported the past four Fantasy concentrate more on the organiza- Fest King, Queen, Duke and Duch- tional and marketing aspects of what ess candidates, are active in the Busi- we do, while Jon is a great negotiator. ness Guild, Cooking with Love, Girls But we work hand-in-hand on every- Night Out, and the Southernmost thing we do.” Coconut Castaways. Both Seiberts bring a wealth of “We also enjoy entertaining our knowledge and experience to the job. many visitors from the snowy north,” Janine has worked in the field for Jon said. Janine and Jon Seibert. Photo Contributed. more than 25 years, and is a licensed For more information, or to view Jon Realtor in both Florida and Iowa. and Janine Seibert’s listings, visit their She has achieved the coveted Cer- with 34 years of experience, Jon has and work with people from all over office at 211 Simonton Street, call tified Residential Specialist status, participated in thousands of transac- the globe.” 305-433-0552, or contact them at and is a past owner of her own real tions over the years, and has attained “One of my favorite aspects of [email protected] estate firm. She is an award-winning a level of experience rarely matched selling property in Key West and the sales associate, and has earned the in the industry. Lower Keys is the delight of discov- [email protected] President’s award, Gold Achieve- In Key West, both the Seiberts ering what is behind the hedges and ment Award, Top Listing and Sales have found a personal and profes- fences of the homes we show, and the Awards, Century 21 Emerald Award, sional home. fact that no two homes are ever the and numerous other designations “I enjoy the history of Key West, same”, Janine said. “I love the look during her career. and all the historic homes, which on a buyer’s face when we have found Jon is a licensed Realtor in Florida, are a contrast from the real estate their new home”. Iowa and Arizona, and values hard for sale in Iowa,” Jon said. “Also, When they’re not working, both work and fair play in his business I enjoy the fact that Key West is a Seiberts take full advantage of the dealings. An award-winning agent vacation town, and we get to meet benefits of days-off in Key West.

KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE • www.konklife.com • FEBRUARY 2019 A charming, two-unit estate with investment potential galore

BY TERRY SCHMIDA room is infused with natural light. KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE EDITOR The nearby dining area, also bathed in natural light, is the perfect t’s not often that you’ll find a prop- place for a Key West dinner party, Ierty in Key West that combines un- which could spill through the two beatable location, the investment in- sets of French doors leading to the come potential of two legal units, as outdoor area. well as the charm of a custom-built, Remarkable for Old Town, the hacienda-style home. 4539 square foot property includes a The property at 215 Whitehead St., spacious rear yard and mature land- located right next to the world-famous scaping with plenty of privacy, as well Audubon House & Tropical Gardens, as a large, L-shaped heated swimming has all of the above. pool. The shaded sitting area is tai- Constructed in 1938, the sturdy, lor-made for a barbecue party, or just concrete block constructed main whiling away the balmy days with a house was built in the style of a drink and a crossword puzzle. Spanish villa, with tile floors, high The quaint rear guest cottage, a sepa- ceilings, and stucco exterior. Arched This lovely home is located in the heart of Old Town. Photo contributed rate legal unit, has a private access, and doorways and plenty of varnished is larger than many Key West houses wood surfaces complete the Old was the home of Robert S. Allen, the there’s nothing Old World about the and apartments. This open-concept World look. anonymous co-author of the famous modern conveniences. Top-of-the- studio configuration features a kitch- This charming and intriguing house Washington Merry-Go-Round col- line stainless steel appliances and re- en, full bathroom, and two entrances, is (currently configured as) a two-bed- umn, and a decorated colonel in the cently installed granite counter tops including one that opens right on to room, two-bath, with a large living U.S. Army. make the gourmet kitchen a joy to the shared pool. room, high cathedral ceiling and a fire- Though the feel of this gorgeous cook in. There’s plenty of cabinet/ This second unit creates a world of place. Not long after its construction it house continues on into the kitchen, storage and counter space, and the investment possibilities, as well as en-

KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE • www.konklife.com • FEBRUARY 2019 The spacious living room has soaring cathedral ceilings. Photo contributed There’s Old World charm galore in every room of this house. Photo contributed

Two sets of French doors lead from the dining area to the rear yard. The remodeled kitchen has plenty of storage space, and natural light. Photo contributed Photo contributed abling the owner of the home to live ums, theaters, bars and eateries, would live or rent – or both. St. is being offered at just $1,750,000. in one, while renting out the other, for make this residence easy to rent at any So, make a plan today to come and For more information, or to arrange extra income. In total, the property time of year! see this fabulous property, located in a showing, contact Listing Agent/ has 1624 square feet of air conditioned Throw in the three off-street park- the heart of Old Town, and yet a world Broker Associate Camille Toler, of the K living area. ing spaces, which is unheard of on away behind the white picket gate. Company Realty, at 305-619-0575, or The location, is just steps away popular streets such as Lower White- This one won’t last long! by email at [email protected] from Key West’s most popular muse- head, and you have the perfect place to The two-unit estate at 215 Whitehead [email protected]

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KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE • www.konklife.com • FEBRUARY 2019 The good-sized master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom. Photo contributed

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A legal second unit and heated swimming pool make this residence a great investment property. Photo contributed

The second unit is set up strudio style, with a kitchen and full bathroom. Photo contributed KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE • www.konklife.com • FEBRUARY 2019 Featured Home Locations

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Featured Homes – Viewed by Appointment

Map # Address #BR/BA Listing Agent Phone Number

20728 W. 6th Ave, Cudjoe Key 4BR/3BA ChelleBe Blades, Realty Executives Key West 305-394-4750 1 Sandra Tuttle, American Caribbean Real Estate 305-923-9161

1604 Duncan St., Key West 1BR/1BA Michelle Clauson Kirby, ReMax Keys Connection 305-849-1276 2

6800 Maloney #17 2BR/1BA Jon Seibert, Century 21 Schwartz Realty 305-433-0552 3 Janine Seibert, Century 21 Schwartz Realty 305-433-1911

109 Front St., #214, Key West 3BR/2.5BA Mike Caron, Keller Williams Key West Compass Realty 508-269-8565 4 305-296-7078

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Listing Office Selling Office Sold Date List Price Sold Price Street # Street Name Year Built Style Total Beds Wtrfrnt MM

Key West

BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty Truman & Co. 02/01/19 $6,75,000.00 $6,50,000.00 2601 Roosevelt Blvd, #311A 1967 Condo 3 Yes 3

BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty Vacasa Florida 02/01/19 $3,49,000.00 $3,35,000.00 3930 Roosevelt Blvd, #209N 1991 Condo 2 No 3

BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty Coastal Collection Real Estate Inc. 04/01/19 $6,85,000.00 $6,58,000.00 1619 Venetian 1971 Single Fam 3 Yes 3

BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty Key West Realty 02/01/19 $5,50,000.00 $4,75,000.00 1026 Whitehead St 1938 Single Fam 2 No 1

BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty Last Key Realty 03/01/19 $22,99,000.00 $22,00,000.00 125 Simonton St 2017 Townhouse 3 No 1

BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty 03/01/19 $6,35,000.00 $6,30,000.00 1110 Olivia St 1938 Single Fam 1 No 1

Key West Realty Key West Realty 03/01/19 $5,99,000.00 $5,99,000.00 617 Fleming St 1929 Condo 1 No 1

Truman & Co. Ocean Sotheby's International 04/01/19 $26,50,000.00 $24,00,000.00 925 Fleming St 1890 Single Fam 3 No 1

Century 21 Schwartz BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty 07/01/19 $5,69,000.00 $5,48,000.00 916 White St 1933 Single Fam 2 No 1

Coldwell Banker Schmitt Coldwell Banker Schmitt 07/01/19 $7,49,900.00 $7,25,000.00 1217 Varela St 1963 Single Fam 2 No 1

BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty 03/01/19 $13,75,000.00 $13,75,000.00 1323 Whitehead St 1943 Single Fam 0 No 0

BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty Tropical Properties RE 15/01/19 $2,75,000.00 $2,75,000.00 3312 Northside Dr, #508 1980 Condo 2 No 3

Coldwell Banker Schmitt Conch Realty 22/01/19 $5,99,000.00 $5,75,000.00 3401 Riviera 1958 Single Fam 4 No 3

BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty Key West Luxury Real Estate 16/01/19 $4,85,000.00 $4,62,500.00 816 South St, #4 1958 Condo 1 No 1

Royal Palms Realty Truman & Co. 18/01/19 $21,78,000.00 $21,50,000.00 716 Duval 1933 Single Fam 3 No 1

Based on information from the KWAR MLS for January 9th, 2019 thru January 23rd, 2019

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