November 29, 2012 - December 5, 2012 Vol. 7 No 49 Marathon’s New City Council Photo by Kristen Livengood
Mayor Mike Cinque, Vice Mayor Richard Keating, Council members Chris Bull, Ginger Snead and Dick Ramsay.
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Austin Rodriguez - An Amazing Student
Austin Rodriguez is the talented son of Oscar and Christine Rodri- Band in Tampa in January. Conch guez, and the brother of Brandon Color is proud to recognize Austin as Rodriguez. Austin is a multi-talent- an extremely talented student at Key ed musician who plays percussion, West High School. alto saxophone, piano, steel pans, and guitar. He started playing at the age of 5 in the Bahama Village Music Program. He hopes to continue his music education at the college level. He has also been a member of the KWHS Jazz band for four years and many will recognize him as their drummer. Austin has appeared in Keys Kids pro- ductions and takes numerous AP and DE courses. Austin is a sixth generation Conch and was proud to play in the University of Miami Honor Band last February. In addi- tion, he is Drum Captain of the Marching Conchs, “Straight Su- periors” at MPA Superior with distinction the last two years, and was an apprentice with the Key West Pops. Austin will play in the Tri State Band at FSU next week and in the All State Honor Carolyn Sullivan and Her Daughter, Sarah, at FSU
National Hospice & Palliative Care Month Along with the Visiting Nurse Association & Hos- pice of the Florida Keys, Key West Mayor, Craig Cates, proclaimed Novem- ber to be National Hospice and Palliative Care month. VNA/Hospice offers the highest quality of care, en- abling friends and family members in Key West and the Florida Keys to live as fully as possible through the journey at life’s end. From left: Rev. Stephen Braddock, Hospice Chap- lain; Jody Gross, President & CEO of VNA/Hospice; and Key West Mayor Craig Cates. Phil Amsterdam and Family in Key West Photo by Tom Oosterhoudt
From left, Grant, Nancy, Phil, Ben, and Rachael Amsterdam. conch color the florida keys 3 photographic chronicle
(305) 294-7566 office (305) 292-9955 faX CONCH pUBlisher/editor Tom oosTerhoudT [email protected] edi COLORf l o r i d a k e y s p h o t o g r a p h i c c h r o n i c l e director of operations Lee hines (305) 849-3473 [email protected] TORIAL PHOTOGRAPHER America Needs Immigration Reform KrisTen Livengood [email protected] Back in 1959, in the wake Those of us in Key West, ad sales of the Cuban Revolution, a Cuban as well as all of South Florida for Karen Lee hirsT (305) 304-7609 [email protected], senior sale person family moved in across the street that matter, have long lived with the sTeven Kramer (305) 304-2192 [email protected], sales from where I was growing up in influx of Cuban immerges. Miami raqueL CrummiTT (305) 414-8949 [email protected] north Florida. The father was a has boomed as America’s Latin Kristen Livengood [email protected], photographer & sales former wealthy Cuban doctor who American hub, now connecting Janet Wood (305) 395-0241 – [email protected], ad sales Upper keys lost everything thanks to Fidel with most all of Central and South andy & Jodi Kerby (305) 509-0009 – [email protected] , delivery & sales Castro, and they had a nine year America as a globalized trade center. old son, Jose, who just happened to Key West first experienced creative design be my age. We became the best of imported Cuban labor as cigar dina CoyLe, dina designs, int’L (305) 741-7272 [email protected] friends as childhood playmates. He makers came here around the turn told me first hand all the difficulties of the century in 1900. They make WeB master: david a.Cox (774) 772-8434 [email protected] they had suffered, being forced up as much as one third of our
PROOFREADER: Maxine Lopez-Keough from their family home in Cuba island residents today, and have and resettling into a new country. flourished over the years, owning 314 simonton street key West fl 33040 The dad, a veteran doctor, could not and running businesses. Just look pUBlished Weekly and distriBUted every friday from key West to key largo. practice medicine until he was able at my friends like Gilda Niles, Mona copyright 2010. all rights reserved. to pass all the American and Florida and Sandy Santiago. Of course, our medical exams, which even involved good friend Congresswoman Ileana DEADLINE 5 p.m. Friday for advertising and community news him going back to school to take Ros-Lehtinen was the first elected courses. The family had to figure Congressperson who was born in The Positive Voice out how to make a living in the Havana, and she has been in office THE FLORIDA KEYS NEED A POSITIVE VOICE to counteract negativity promoted by other local papers. Conch Color greatly appreciates positive comments about the community you live in. If meantime. over twenty years now. you love your community and have something positive to say about it, email [email protected]. Today, foreign students from It is also clear that America There are so many great Samaritans in the Keys and wonderful things happen every day. It’s time to give a voice to those who have great comments to say about the Keys. all over the world come to study at needs a new policy to deal with our colleges and universities, earning Mexico, both as a county who shares half of all the doctoral degrees, our border, and the reason behind only to be forced by our antiquated the constant influx of Mexican immigration policies to return to immigrants. As long as we allow their native countries with their Mexico to exist as a third world advanced education. American country which is adjoined to us corporations currently have 3.6 by geography, their impoverished million job openings that they residents will continue to seek refuge cannot fill with American employees here. It’s just logical. No walls or because of their lack of advanced militarized borders will successfully education. Unlike other major stop it. We have sat by the last ten industrial economies, America not years as drug cartels have taken over only has no immigration policy to a third of the country. And their entice foreign graduates, but gives problem will eventually become our them the boot after they graduate. problem. New York City Mayor Michael With the recent elections Bloomberg recently was quoted behind us and the powerful saying that this policy, or lack of lessons we have all learned from immigration policy, is committing America’s ever changing population, national suicide. Other countries Congress needs to finally unite on take on immigrants based on their a new immigration policy. We are skills. all the grandchildren and great America sits comfortably in grandchildren of immigrants at the middle of the world’s immigrant some point in the past. We get it in Passion societies with only 12.7 percent of its Key West, and now the rest of the current population as immigrants. country needs to catch up. Canada has 19.6. Australia has a Thought of the week: If whopping 26.5. Ireland has 17. Congress would eliminate subsidies Germany and France are close to and special exemptions, over one America with 12.9 and 11.6. trillion a year would be gained in America has long set an lost revenue. Furthermore, that example for a global melting pot. would allow corporate tax rates to be @KeyWestFilmFest And so much of its economic success reduced from 35% to 28%. Wow! Keywestfilmfestival was built on the back of immigrant It’s time. NOVEMBER 29 – DECEMBER 2, 2012 labor. The future of our economy frankly depends on how Congress TOM OOSTERHOUDT WWW.KEYWESTFILMFESTIVAL.COM will now reshape our immigration editor&publisher policy.
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You’re Invited to Lucy Gage’s Birthday Party
Lucy Gage owner of Lucy Cleaning Sevice & Bouncer on Memory Lane (from 1982 to 1993) is having her 70th Birthday Party Grand Double Tree Resort Dec 1 5pm to 11pm Come One, Come All, Everyone is Invited!
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DISCOVER A WORLD OF TASTE IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD. Experience SHOR - the island’s most exciting restaurant, located at Hyatt Key West Resort and Spa. We combine the freshest ingredients with a million dollar view to create the perfect backdrop for your meal. For special occasions and entertaining, our patio seating provides a spectacular vantage point with the perfect sunset view. Receive validated self parking based on availabil- ity with reservations, call 305 809 4000 or visit www.keywest.shorgrill.com. At Hyatt You Are More Than Welcome.
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305 809 4000 KEYWEST.HYATT.COM Jimmy Buffett and Person of Interest at Red Barn Bobby Mongelli Intriguing Whodunit At Hogfish Tenth Anniversary by Bob Bowersox Photo by Tom Oosterhoudt
The Person of Interest cast includes: Ross Pipkin, Karl Stahl, Tom Murtha, Bob Bowersox (Playwright and Director), Vanessa McCaffrey, Stephanie Yosen, Melody Moore, and Jack Terry. Vanessa McCaffrey and Tom Murtha are riveting in their lead roles. Bowersox’s play is just bombastic!
conch color the florida keys 6 photographic chronicle Fury Delivers Thanksgiving Turkeys to Needy Key West Fury Water Adventures teamed up a little extra help during the holiday with Wesley House Family Services season! Feast packages for families in once again this year in donating and need of a little extra help during the Harbour delivering Thanksgiving turkey holiday season! “America’s Southernmost Marina” feast packages for families in need of Celebrate Your Holiday With Us!
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conch color the florida keys 8 photographic chronicle The Community Is Invited This is your To chance to be Conch Color’s on Duval Street Ultimate Holiday Party or Mallory Square At Historic Casa Antigua every day 314 Simonton Street during 2013.
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Silverliners at Airport Friday The Key West Chapter THE of the Silverliners will benefit the happy hour Sponsor a street light this Friday, November PORTER- 30th from 5 to 8 PM at the banner highlighting BottleCap Groove Lounge located at 1128 Simonton ALLEN our history and Street. There will be a heritage for the yummy eats, a great si- lent auction and a special COMPANY community and 2.5 treat of Silverliners and some Celebrity School INSURANCE million tourists. Principles personally Since 1891 serving up drinks. All tips will directly benefit the Internet exposure at Silverliners 2012 event on HistoricKeyWest.org December 6th ELIZABETH M. Only a few tax FREEMAN deductible Holy Urinals! President dollars a day.
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conch color the florida keys 9 photographic chronicle mystery of painting with Ann Irvine & Poochie Myers. Bring your own materi- enter als and ideas. Artists in Schools Grant Deadline, 5 PM tain 1100 Simonton St. 295-4369. keysarts. Visit www.keysarts.com for details. com ment Thursday, November 29 In the Cabaret with Michael Robinson, 5 Arts Council Board of Directors Retreat, A Late Quartet (R) PM. The Gardens Hotel, 526 Angela St. 10 AM. 2000 Manor Lane, Marathon. gardenshotel.com BOTTLECAP LOUNGE Mon - Thu: (4:15), 8:45 295-4369. [email protected] DJ DANCE MUSIC AND TOP VIDEOS NIGHTLY Amanda Johnson Artist Reception, 6 PM Gregory Crewdson: Brief Hurricane Season Ceremony & Cuban Two Monkeys Fine Art Gallery, 518 SCHOONER WHARF BAR Encounters (NR) Pirate Feast, 4 PM. El Meson de Pepe, Fleming St. 414-8396. amandajohnson- THURS. 29 Mon: (2:00 PM) Mallory Square, 410 Wall St. Julie fineart.com. Meet the artist and watch MICHAEL McCLOUD Tue - Thu: (2:00), 6:15 McEnroe, 296-9694. conchrepublicmili- her work, view recent creations, enjoy Noon—5:00 p.m. taryforces.com. Celebrate the Official refreshments and expand your mind. T.B.A. 7:00-11 p.m. End of America’s 2012 Hurricane FRI. 30 The Sessions (R) Mon - Thu: (1:45), 6:30 Season. Celebrate with members of the Friday-Sunday, November 30 & MICHAEL McCLOUD & FRIENDS Key West Maritime Historical Society, Noon—5:00 p.m. December 1, 2 Propeller Club of the US - Port of Key ART! Key West. Marky Pierson, 619- SWINGIN’ HARPOON Argo (R) West & the Pirates in Paradise Crewe, 7:00—Midnight Mon - Thu: (2:15), 4:30, 6:45, 9:00 2275. artskeywest.com. The Island’s first Cuban Pirate Feast hosted by El Meson ever all-inclusive island-wide celebration SWINGIN’ HARPOON de Pepe to follow. of the Arts. Galleries, arts organizations, The Big Picture artists, musicians, performers, poets, BLUES BAND (L’homme qui voulait vivre sa vie) Thursday-Sunday, November 29 – bars & restaurants will be open all week- (NR) Mon: (4:00), 9:00 December 2 end, but with spotlighted events each Making A Much-Awaited Return Key West Chalk Fest. Truman Appearance…SWINGIN’ HARPOON Tue - Thu: (4:00), 8:15 day in different districts. The full sched- BLUES BAND Featuring Jamie Eubanks Waterfront. Michael Shields, 394-3804. ule is available online. at Schooner Wharf. Seven Psychopaths (R) Call for details. Key West Art in Public Friday, November 30th, 7:00 p.m.- Mon - Thu: (1:30), 3:45, 6:00, 8:30 Places Board presents the island’s inau- Saturday, December 1 Midnight & Saturday, December 1st, 7:00 gural ChalkFest. A kaleidoscope of color Friends of the Library Book Sale, 9:30 p.m.-Midnight & creativity will transform the AM. Key West Library, Palm Garden, 700 “A big sound and a memorable stage Manhattan (NR) promenade alongside the seawall at the Mon: 7:00 PM Fleming St. 292-3595. keyslibraries.org. presence highlighted by a wailing har- Truman Waterfront. First Saturdays every month thru April 6 monica....” - Steve Centanni, music editor Key West Film Festival Kick Off Party, Stephen Muldoon, 10 AM Take the big sound of a jazzy swing 5:30 PM. Nadene Grossman, 295-9112. big band and arrange blues harp into the Wyland Gallery, 623 Duval St. 292-4998. mix with and you have Swingin’ Har- Regal Cinema keywestfilmfestival.com. The official wylandkeywest.com. Thru December 5. opening of the Key West Film Festival poon Blues Band. Back in from North Key West 6 Florida, they’re power guitar & harmoni- at the historic Hemingway Home & Paint Your Own Pottery, 10 AM 3338 N. Roosevelt Blvd Museum, 907 Whitehead St. Screenings ca driven blues at their best! Accommodations for the disabled Key West Pottery, 929B Truman Ave. This four-piece band’s sizzlin’ songs of 30+ films including opening & closing 419.308.9221. keywestpottery.com are raw swingin’ Detroit blues with a mix Bon Jovi: Inside Out night shows, various times at San Carlos of jump and swing. Led by Mike Lanigan PG-13, 1 hr 50 min Institute & The Tropic Cinema. Access Beginner Sewing and Quilting Class, 2 (AKA “Salty”), who’s been blowin’ the passes available now. Visit website for harp since 14, the band also features 8:00p PM. The Seam Shoppe, 1114 Truman complete program information. Thru Ave. 296-9830. tropicalfabricsonline. Jamie Eubanks’ ripping, high powered Sunday. hot licks. Life of Pi 3D com. Call for details. Salty’s performed with the late Ed- die Kirkland, Spyro Gyra, and Atlantic PG, 2 hr 5 min Made in Key West, 8 PM. Red Barn Sculpture Key West Exhibits Opening Rhythm Section among many other DIGITAL 3D Theatre, 319 Duval St. 296-9911. Reception, 3 PM. Ft. Zachary Taylor & artists. 4:10p, 7:10p, 10:05p redbarntheatre.com 295-3800. sculpturekeywest. Thru March Their excellent mix of originals and 23. Twenty-three contemporary sculp- covers of blues classics with a healthy Boston Marriage, 8 PM Rise of the Guardians tures & two performances are planned dose of jump and swing will blow you Carriage Trade Guesthouse, 529 Eaton to enhance the land & seascapes around away!* PG, 1 hr 37 min St.612-386-7426. keywestfringe.org For more information, call (305) 292- two historic Civil War era forts dur- 4:20p, 9:50p ing the 17th annual Sculpture Key West 3302. Nana’s Naughty Knickers Opening Visit exhibition. Key West Garden Club at Schoo- Rise of the Guardians 3D Night, 8 PM. Marathon Community West Martello Tower opening reception ner- Theater, 5101 Overseas Hwy. 743-0994. on December 8. PG, 1 hr 37 min marathontheater.org. Thursdays thru wharf. 7:20p com or Saturdays thru December 15, Saturday Celebrate! New Artists/New Work join us Matinees (December 1, 8 & 15, 3 PM) Opening Reception, 6 PM. Lucky Street on Face- The Twilight Saga: Gallery, 540 Greene St. 294-3973. luckys- book. Breaking Dawn - Part 2 Friday, November 30 treetgallery.com. Call for details. PG-13, 1 hr 56 min Fort Taylor Pyrate Invasion, 10 AM Jaime Jo Summers, 797-1659. Fort ART! Key West, 9 PM 4:00p, 7:00p, 10:00p Zachary Taylor Historic State Park. Thru tskw. 600 White St. Marky Pierson, 619- December 2. The 8th Annual Fort Taylor 2275. artskeywest.com. PROJECTION Skyfall Pyrate Invasion. Special Kids’ Day sched- Night Cap Party. AQUA PG-13, 2 hr 23 min ule on Sunday.Free with regular state Wednesdays: park admission. 4:00p, 7:05p, 10:10p Saturday & Sunday, December 1 & 2 Key West Garden Club Annual Fall Plant Mystery of Painting, 11 AM Every Night: Flight Sale & Art Show, Sat 10 AM, Sun 11 AM Aquanettes perform ‘Reality is a Guild Hall Gallery, 614 Duval St. West Martello Tower, 1100 Atlantic Blvd. Drag’, 9pm R, 2 hr 18 min 296-6076. guildhallgallerykw.com. Ellen Engleson, 705-597-4832. keywest- Friday and Saturday 4:15p, 7:15p, 10:15p Participation invitation. Join us for the gardenclub.com Aquanettes, 9 & 11pm
conch color the florida keys 10 photographic chronicle The 19th Annual Hogs Breath 5K Hog Trot Photos by Stanley Matysik
This year’s winners include first place run- ners Jason Patchett- Gillis and his fiance, Katie Beaverson, along with Doug Weeks, Everett Wagner, and young Nicole Matysik who once again took her age category of 10 to 14.
Old Island Restoration Foundation The Oldest House Museum invites you to the 6th annual Gingerbread House Making Party FREE! Saturday December 8 • 11am - 3pm in the garden at the Oldest House ALL Families Invited! We Bring: You Bring: 432 runners ran in this year’s “Trot.” • “Gingerbread” Edible house- (cookies, crackers building goodies & other building to share & swap Nicole Ma- tysik is not materials) • Candy phased • “Cement” by her • Decorations relatively (icing) • Imagination small size as she • Holiday Music keeps up • Refreshments Special Thanks to with the The Smith Law Firm Fausto’s Food Palace best of Donations Mangoes Restaurant them. Encouraged All proceeds benefit The Restaurant Store Key West Conch Color Collegiate Academy Evolution Key West 322 Duval St 305.294.9501
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Nicole was one happy camper follow- Nicole Matysik received recognition for her ing this year’s race, another big win along the way for her. conchcolor.com amazing time of 21:54. www.keywestfilmfestival.com [email protected] +1 941.527.9385
LineupLINEUP for FOR Inaugural INAUGURAL Key KEY WestWEST FilmFILM FESTIVAL Festival ScreeningANNOUNCED and event highlights of a program with over 30 films taking shape
Screening and event highlights of a program with over 30 films taking shape KEY WEST – Lineup highlights for the inaugural Key West Film Festival (KWFF) were announcedOCTOBER today 17, by 2012festival – KE organizers.Y WEST, FL The – Lineup four highlightsday festival for featuresthe inaugural a lineup Key West of over 30 filmsFilm and Festival will be(KWFF) attended were by announced filmmakers, today actors, by festival distributors, organizers. and The film four lovers day festival from aroundfeatures the world. a lineup of over 30 films and will be attended by filmmakers, actors, distributors, and film lovers from around the world. Some program highlights include: Some program highlights include: - Quartet – Directed by Dustin Hoffman in his directorial debut - While- WeQuartet Were – Here Directed – Directed by Dustin by Hoffman Kat Coiro in his and directorial starring debut Kate Bosworth - The- PlayroomWhile We – DirectedWere Here by – DirectedJulia Dyer by andKat Coirostarring and John starring Hawkes Kate Bosworth and- MollyThe Parker Playroom – Directed by Julia Dyer and starring John Hawkes and Molly Parker - Journey to Planet X – Directed by Josh Koury and Myles Kane, with featured - Journey to Planet X – Directed by Josh Koury and Myles Kane, with featured cast Tatanka Means as Wolf. cast membersmembers Troy Troy Brenier Brenier and and Eric Eric SwainSwain –– this this is is the the film’s film’s Florida Florida premiere premiere - Starlet – Written by Chris Bergoch and starring Dree Hemingway - Any- DayStarlet Now –– Written Directed by by Chris Travis Bergoch Fine anandd starring starring Dree Alan Hemingway Cumming - Any Day Now – Directed by Travis Fine and starring Alan Cumming Other films scheduled to be screened feature Clive Owen, Olivia Wilde, Sissy Spacek, BernadetteOther Peters, films scheduled Olympia to Dukakis, be screened Robert featur Carlyle,e Clive Owen,Jane Fonda, Olivia Wilde,Chris SissyColfer, Spacek, Allison Janney,Bernadette and Christina Peters, Hendricks. Olympia Dukakis, Robert Carlyle, Jane Fonda, Chris Colfer, Allison Janney, and Christina Hendricks. The three finalists from Big Vision Empty Wallet’s comedy short film contest will also be in attendanceThe three finalists and their from film Big Visionsubmissions Empty Wallet will be’s comedyshown. short film contest will also be in attendance and their film submissions will be shown. Social events include an opening night reception at the Hemingway House, special screeningsSocial on events the beach,include andan op aening Mat nightKearney reception concert. at the Hemingway House, special screenings on the beach, and a Mat Kearney concert. Scheduled to appear in person are Kat Coiro, Julia Dyer, Josh Koury, Myles Kane, Troy Brenier,Scheduled Eric Swain, to appear Chris in Bergoch, person are Travis Kat Coiro, Fine, andJulia Dyer,Alan Cumming,Josh Koury, Mylesall of Kane,whose Troy films are beingBrenier, screened, Eric Swain, as well Chris as Emmy-awardBergoch, Travis winning Fine, and animationAlan Cumming, producers all of whose Corey films Campodonicoare being andscreened, Alex asBulkley. well as Emmy-award winning animation producers Corey Campodonico and Alex Bulkley. The KWFF master of ceremonies is Kevin “Dot Com” Brown. The KWFF master of ceremonies is Kevin “Dot Com” Brown.
Willa Holland as Davey.
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Davey (Willa Holland) and her mother A still from the Kat Coiro film at the San Carlos. (Amy Jo Johnson). Irina Rose Wins Award at Fitness Modeling Pageant Book Fair The Key West Montessori and Charter Holiday School Bazaar Saturday, December 1, 2012 9am-2pm Free Admission Find a wonderful assortment of affordable, engaging, new books that kids want to read. Shop for the holi- Thank you in days while supporting our free charter school serving advance for your grades 1 through 7. support to keep this successful free educational choice available for our Find books for pre-schoolers, elementary, middle and community. young adult readers. Plus, special Holiday Titles ! KWMCS…. Where we encourage respect for self, others and environ- The Holiday Bazaar will feature baked goods, ment, promote a desire to seek knowledge, and refreshment, crafts, hair feathering and more. provide an academically challenging program. Key West Montessori Charter School 1400 United Street, #110 Phone: 305.294.4910
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conch color the florida keys 13 photographic chronicle Mench Named First State Bank Employee of the Quarter Charlie Mench, First State Bank of Gibson, Vice President/Corporate the Florida Keys Corporate Services Services Manager. “We are proud to Representative was named the Bank’s recognize him as Employee of the Employee of the Quarter for his Quarter.” professionalism, initiative, work ethic Mench is ac- and positive attitude. tively involved Mench joined First State Bank of with the Key the Florida Keys in 2003. He has held West commu- numerous positions throughout the nity; he is an Bank including Deposit Risk Analyst, avid volunteer Wire Room Manager, and Loan Proj- at Bank spon- ects Administration before assuming sored events his current role as Corporate Services and serves on Representative. the Board of “Charlie’s nomination reflects his the Key West initiative, commitment and dedica- Attractions As- tion to serving First State Bank and sociation. our valued customers,” said Diane Keys Federal Credit Union Appreciates Laura Sarver for 20 Years of Service Keys Federal Credit Union ap- during her tenure at Keys Federal preciates Laura Sarver for 20 years of Credit Union such as Employee of the dedicated service! Laura joined Keys Year, Supervisor of the Year and an Federal Credit Union in 1992 as a Internal Quality Service award. Teller. Over the years, Laura excelled at various positions including As- sistant Supervisor of Transaction Services, Assistant Branch Manager, Manager of Branch Operations, and give the Branch Manager. Laura is currently an accomplished IT Host Administra- gift of relaxation tor. Originally from Chicago, Laura relocated to the Keys in 1974 to enjoy boating, swimming and fishing. She holds an Associates of Arts Degree in Elementary Education and Account- Laura Sarver, IT Host Administrator, Keys Fed- ing. Laura received several awards eral Credit Union The Key West Montessori Charter School Book Fair and Holiday Bazaar The Key West Montessori Charter elementary, middle and young adult School Book Fair and Holiday Bazaar readers. Saturday, December 1, 2012, 9am- Plus, special Holiday Titles ! get the free 2pm. Free Admission mobile app at Find a wonderful assortment of The Holiday Bazaar will feature http://gettag. affordable, engaging, new books that baked goods, refreshment, crafts, A GIFT mobi kids want to read. Shop for the holi- hair feathering and more. FOR YOU days while supporting our free char- Key West Montessori Charter ter school serving grades 1 through 7. School, 1400 United Street, #110 Key CALL FOR Find books for pre-schoolers, West, Florida 33040. 305.294.4910. THE SPA APPOINTMENTS, AT SUNSET KEY GIFT CARDS & INFORMATION awestinsunsetkeycottages.com/spa
conch color the florida keys 14 photographic chronicle Behind The Scenes at Waterfront Playhouse Season Opener
www.ZontaKeyWest.com At opening night of S’Wonderful, the Waterfront season opener. From left, Kathy Cawley,Carl Thanks also to Bronze Sponsor, Keys Federal McMackin, Carmen Rodriguez, Billy Cartledge, Patti McMackin,Tom Cawley, Joyce Chiltern, and Credit Union for your support of our ABC 5K. Lynda Frechette. Lisa Benfield presented to Sarah Evans the award for Zontian of the Month for October at our November Thanksgiving dinner meeting. Sarah was recognized for her ability to sell chance Lynda Frechette drawing tickets to just about any- and Carl Mc- one! L-R: Amber Shaffer, service Mackin. committee chair, Sarah Evans, Lisa Benfield, status chair and Club President Betsy Langan
Lisa Benfield was recognized as our Zontian of the Month for September for her great leader- ship in organizing the Skin Cancer screenings at the Health Fair in October. L-R: Lisa Benfield and Amber Shaffer, Service Committee Chair
Roberta DePiero, President Elect Zonta Key West, recently returned from the District 11 Zonta Convention held in Montgomery, Alabama. She met up with the Zonta Club of Marathon President, Yesenia Rameriz and they brought back to their clubs the new and exciting news from the international convention as well as some new service projects to take a look at. L-R: Joyce Chiltern and Roberta DePiero, CherryLee Lynda Frechette. Pinder, Zonta Area 3 Director and Yesenia Rameriz, Zonta Marathon Club President.
Betsy Langan, Club president, thanks Shirley Freeman and Harvey Server for their Silver Sponsorship of the recent ABC race. Shirley and Harvey have been long time supporters of the race. L-R: Betsy Langan, Harvey Server and Shirley Freeman.
conch color the florida keys 15 photographic chronicle AT THE FILM FESTIVAL - “BETTIE PAGE REVEALS ALL”
Bettie Page was an iconic 1950’s pinup girl known all over the world for her sexy movies. She moved to Key West in 1967 and married a Conch named Armon Walterson. Mark Mori, the director of the movie being shown at the film festival, interviewed her before her death when she was 85. This poignant story of her life is the result of that interview by Mori. It is the story of a true character, one whom Key West should not forget. Bettie Page Reveals All is an intimate look at the rise, fall, and rise again of one of the world’s most recognized and controversial sex symbols. With her razor sharp wit and Tennessee twang Bettie Page emerges from decades of seclusion to reveal her secret past and narrate her life story. Made with Bettie Page’s authorization, Bettie Page Reveals All is produced and directed by Academy Award® nominee Mark Mori. Keys’ Community Charities… Monroe Association for ReMARCable Citizens By Dennis Hops “We consider ourselves as one single fam- and the money was kept in a cigar box. ily,” Diana Flenard, Executive Director, In 1986 a property was purchased on Dr. Matt Reid Monroe Association for ReMARCable Windsor Lane. A new group home was ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS Citizens, Inc. constructed with generous help from ______the military, a local contractor and oth- ers. To the Monroe County citizens, The Monroe County School Board particularly at this time of year, MARC offered MARC House classroom space House is symbolized by its highly an- at the former Harris School on South- M-F 3:30 - 8:30 AND SAT/SUN 2 - 6 ticipated annual sale of Christmas trees, ard Street. In November, 1987, MARC (305)-295-2944 its Tabletop Christmas Tree and Wreath House moved the Workshop, Day Auction and its culinary competition Training Center and Plant Store and among Florida Keys’ chefs. Christmas tree sale to this location. To the Monroe County ReMARCa- This remained home to MARC House ble Citizens, MARC House is home. for almost 20 years. The organization MARC House provides broad sup- grew and diversified here. Support port services for those within Monroe for those requiring independent living County with developmental disabilities was expanded, services were expanded for the duration of their needs. The through the Middle and Upper Keys list of services offered is long and the and their first Women’s Group Home degree of care is unsurpassable. These was opened in 1997. ReMARCable Citizens are supported Today MARC House is present ev- by long term care at two group homes erywhere throughout Monroe County. in Key West, as well as daily living care MARC clients have been a part of the for those living in their own homes. community for many years. They can MARC House also provides adult day be seen working at local retail stores, training and community inclusion in at various hospitality locations and both Key West and the Upper Keys. they regularly attend community and Additional services include medical concert events, sporting events, movies and therapeutic care, respite, transition and theatre. services for teens with developmental Much of the remarkable growth disabilities, transportation and sup- MARC House has experienced over ported employment throughout the the years is attributed to the legendary community. support received from local Monroe MARC House provides these and County citizens, service agencies, gov- many more services with dignified, ernments, businesses and the military. compassionate and professional care in This support has been combined with a family environment. a leadership and staff comprised of MARC House has experienced strong, dedicated, committed and hard- Business steady growth throughout its early working individuals working to meet years prior to moving the Adult Day the needs of this remarkable family. Training Program, MARC Plant Store, Training and support provided from Rainbow Café and their Administrative MARC House is designed to enhance Cents. Offices to its current-day location at each individual’s abilities, to better 1401 Seminary Street in 2008. understand daily community routines If you own a business, it only MARC House began on October 6, and to learn social skills, self-care, and 1966 and was incorporated as the Mon- specific vocational skills. makes sense to talk to the roe Association for Retarded Children. In every sense, these individuals are The first teacher was Eldine Sands, who a family. professionals at H&R Block. for four years taught five young chil- Giving back to our community: dren in the basement of Old City Hall Citizens of Monroe County can chose % Small Business on Front Street prior to the jail cells a number of different opportunities to being removed. support the needs provided by MARC % Corporations In 1970 a building became available House ...assist with unloading and sell- at the Military housing in Poinciana ing Christmas trees at the MARC Plant % Bookkeeping Plaza at the corner of Dunlap and Store on Seminary Street from now Hoey. The Sunshine Training Center until Christmas . . . attend the annual We’ve got the experience moved in and the building was first Table Top Christmas Tree and Wreath cleaned and renovated my military vol- Auction on December 4 or the annual and the tools to answer unteers. In 1977 the Sunshine Training Master Chefs Classic on January 27, Centre was moved to the Old Douglas both at the Westin Hotel . . . shop and your questions, prepare School Band Room on Fort Street for a purchase a unique selection of plants your taxes and provide period lasting 10 years and was re- and garden products from the MARC named the Sheltered Workshop. It was Plant Store . . . relax and enjoy lunch accounting services. at this site in 1983 that the first MARC onsite at the Rainbow Café from 8:30 retail plant store was established. a.m. – 1:00 p.m. . . . shop and purchase During the mid-1970’s, MARC at the ReMARCable Bazaar/Thrift Store House began serving adults. MARC at Coral Isle Church, next to the Coral House opened its first Group Home on Shores High School at Milemarker 90 H&R BLOCK Eagle. Seven years later, in April, 1981, in Tavernier from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. those in the Group Home were moved . . . play bingo at the Green Parrot every to the Pendleton House on Eisenhower. other Monday from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 It was at this location in 1984 that the p.m. . . . for additional opportunities to 305.294.3525 first Christmas tree sale took place on support MARC House, visit their web- 925 Toppino Drive the front lawn. 100 trees were sold site at http://www.marchouse.org. 374605
conch color the florida keys 17 photographic chronicle Sam Willmott Receives the 2012 Fred Ebb Award Editor’s note: Sam cal Theater Writers “Top 25 Songs” list, a 2009 Wilmott has made Music Theatre Fellowship at the Eugene O’Neill frequent appearances Theatre Center, a Tisch School of the Arts at Key West’s Red Barn Trustee Scholarship, Interlochen Center for the Theatre in recent years Arts’ prestigious Maddy Summer Artist Award, and has become a fa- and two National Capital Area Cappie Awards. miliar face in local the- He is an alumnus of Thomas Jefferson High atrical circles here. He School for Science and Technology, New York was last seen in the Red University and the 2011 Johnny Mercer Song- Barn’s season opener writers Project, and a member of the Dramatists "/2. 4/ 3%,, s "/2. 4/ 3%,, s "/2. 4/ 3%,, s "/2. 4/ 3%,, “Forbidden Broadway” Guild, Local 802 AFM, and the BMI Lehman s "/2. 4/ 3%,, s "/2. 4/ 3%,, s last year. He is a mas- Engel Advanced Musical Theatre Workshop. THROUGH TTHE GATE… ter of his craft, a great 2409 FOGARTY $649,000$649,000 musical arranger, and an adorable guy. New York - The Fred Ebb Foundation (Mitch- Your private outdoor ell Bernard, Trustee) in association with the retreat awaits. Hidden from neighbors a wall of greenery surrounds you, in-ground pool Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, and a back yard that is set-up for entertain- Artistic Director) presented the eighth annual ment! Meticulously appointed this 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath home has all the bells and whistles. Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre Truly worth seeing and worth owning. songwriters to Sam Willmott. The award, named REALTY EXECUTIVES FLORIDA KEYS in honor of the late award-winning lyricist Fred s "/2. 4/ 3%,, s "/2. 4/ 3%,, s ROBERTA MIRA, PA C: 305-797-5263 E: [email protected] Ebb, was presented by David Hyde Pierce on "/2. 4/ 3%,, s "/2. 4/ 3%,, s "/2. 4/ 3%,, s "/2. 4/ 3%,, Monday, November 26th from 6-8pm at an invi- tation-only ceremony in the Penthouse Lobby of The American Airlines Theater. The Fred Ebb Award recognizes excellence in HeadHead toto ConchColor.comConchColor.com musical theatre songwriting by a songwriter or andand seesee what’swhat’s newnew songwriting team that has not yet achieved sig- nificant commercial success. The award is meant to encourage and support aspiring songwriters to create new works for the musical theatre. The We have added many prize includes a $50,000 award. In addition to new features to our website. the monetary prize, the Fred Ebb Foundation will produce a one-night-only showcase of the Visit the site often as we are winner’s work. 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conch color the florida keys 18 photographic chroicle ENGEL & VÖLKERS of the Florida Key Welcomes Russians Realtors Fun was had by all, but more importantly, due with over 2,000 agents. He assured everyone to the warm welcome and valuable information that all of his agents and clients would get a they received, Key West and the Florida Keys left complete understanding of the great invest- a lasting impression with these International ment opportunities and wonderful unique guests as a great place to invest and vacation for character of this island paradise we get to them and their clients. Alexander Romanenko, call home. We look forward to seeing much in addition to his position with FIABCI, has a more from Alexander and his team in the real estate company in Saint Petersburg, Russia, near future.
The Russian group was made honorary members of the Key West Association of Realtors. (Hats were provided by Engel & Völkers Florida Keys); they were presented with a Conch Republic Flag, donated by Bob Cardenas, which they said they would proudly dis- Office Surgery for Carpal tunnel, play, as well as a Key West Gift Bag donated by Nancy Trigger finger, Dupuytren’s Swift. In the Green shirt is Alex Romanenko; on the far right is Nancy Swift (Location Orthopedic Surgery 3 Real Estate), and the rest of the group were made up of 1111 12th St.#212, Key West Alex Romanenko’s real estate agents and brokers. `
From left: Todd German (Centennial Bank); Janice Long (Location 3 Realty); Russian Realtor; Debbie Cardenas (En- gel & Völkers Florida Keys); Mike Messina (Engel & Völkers Florida Keys) Behind and right of Debbie: Bob Cardenas (Broker, Engel & Völkers); Russian Realtor; Monika Sundstrom (Engel & Völkers Florida Keys); Alex Romanenko (Leader of Russian Group, and World President of FIABCI, one of the largest international networking groups. His office is in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Mike Petro (Engel & Völkers Florida Keys and past president of Rotary); two Russian Realtors, Janina Hall (Century 21 All Keys), and Aziza Petro (Russian Translator and wife of Mike Petro).
On behalf of the people of Key West, Alex Romanenko was presented a gift of a Conch shell horn, which he was able to blow very well. From left, Michael Larson (Current President of the Key West Association of Re- altors), Bob Cardenas, and Alex Romanenko (Leader of Russian Group). “ WE WANT YOUR CRACKS “ A Concrete Restoration Company, specializing in concrete repair and painting. s . 2OOSEVELT "LVD
Bob Cardenas is seen here accepting a gift of an exquisite hand painted plate from Saint Petersburg, Russia, presented by Alex Romanenko, the World President of FIABCI which is one of the largest International real estate networking associa- tions in the world. ~ Gift Certificates Available ~ Remembering Jim Mosely (August 4, 1931 - November 16, 2012) Editor’s note: Jim Moseley was one of my next door neighbors on Rose Lane (Rose interdimensional hypotheses in the vein of John Keel or Jacques Vallee; deep- Lane Villas) during the 1980’s. A self proclaimed grave digger who found and sold skepticism; and agnosticism. According to Jerome Clark, he “entertained just Peruvian artifacts, coupled with the fact that he was one of America’s top “UFO - about every view it is possible to hold about UFOs, without ever managing to ologists,” made him a fascinating character. I remember many a late night discus- say anything especially interesting or memorable about any of them.” (Clark sion with him on the subject of UFO’s. Sometimes a protagonist and sometimes a 2005). Moseley co-wrote a memoir with Karl T. Pflock, entitledShockingly “debunker,” one never knew what to expect when talking about these matters with Close to the Truth!(2002). him. I remained an honorary subscriber to his “Saucer Smear” to the very end. He was a pioneer in the UFO field of investigation. He did radio and TV It was always rather an enigma over the years that the Keys, with their beautiful interviews, and some film. He continued to lecture on the existence of UFOs. expanse of nighttime sky and few ground lights, offered only about 6 UFO sightings He thought both sides of the story were fascinating. He was interested in seri- since the early 1970’s. ous investigation, even if it was a fake, but more importantly, he put a humor- ous twist to it. That was clear in the Saucer Smear magazine he published for James Moseley, known as Jim, was born Aug. 4, 1931, in Brooklyn, N.Y. He many years until his death. was the only child of the famous Gen. Van Moseley and Florence Barber, one of He had his daughter, Elizabeth, by his side at the hospital. He spoke of his the heirs of the Barber Steamship Lines of New York City. Jim loved travel most love for her and his seven grandchildren. He also had his friends Nick and Bob of all. His fondest memories were of his youthful days in Peru and the excavat- there. His cat was named Lucky, which says it all. He was proud, on his last ing of various Incan pottery and gold. day, of his loved ones. He loved excitement, danger, and his then girlfriend Josephine, as well as He died at 81 years old on Friday, Nov. 16, 2012, at 5 p.m. of cancer of the Spanish culture and language. He returned to the U.S. to New York City and esophagus. started Saucer News magazine after get- ting involved with the offbeat crowd in Greenwich Village. It was there that he met his wife, Sandra. He then established the National UFO Conference and managed the first N.Y.C. convention. He had one child, Elizabeth, in 1963. He later became a landlord, which he hated, saying “everyone hates the landlord.” He moved to Key West in 1983 with his girlfriend, Anna and her son, Patrick, and owned Rose Lane Gardens, a motel behind Fat Tuesdays, in downtown Key West. He had an antique gallery with some remaining antiques from Peru. He owned an apartment building, also on Duval Street. Jim was a Key West character who was an original. He made a lot of jokes about life, death, and the unknown. In July, 1954, Moseley co-founded Saucer News, a periodical known for its unorthodox, “freewheeling” (Clark, 2002) style. Beyond the fake feuds and occasion- al hoaxes, “Saucer News” actually featured serious UFO research and reporting. Moseley was, in fact, among the first to publicize evidence against the claims of leading “contactee” George Adamski. In 1953 he investigated the Ralph Horton flying saucer crash. Saucer News was sold to Gray Barker in 1968. Moseley became a regular lecturer on UFOs for several years and organized an annual convention. In 1970, he founded a newsletter that went by sev- eral titles until Moseley settled on Saucer Smear in 1981. He produced the newslet- ter irregularly, but tried to keep a monthly schedule in later years. He also authorized others to sell pdf issues and subscrip- tions from a website. Moseley never went online; he never owned a computer. In fact, he continued to produce the print version of “Saucer Smear” on a regular portable electric typewriter, usually a Smith Corona. The publication, sent via snail mail in a regular #10 envelope to “non-subscribers,” typically had a joking, gossipy tone. Moseley reported that over the years he accepted, then rejected, a number of explanations for UFOs. In roughly chronological order, he considered the ex- traterrestrial hypothesis; a secret weapon/ aircraft hypothesis, psychic/supernatural/
conch color the florida keys 20 photographic chronicle The 9th Annual Keys Federal Credit Union ReMARCable Table Top Christmas Tree Auction
Tuesday, Dec. 4th, Previews 5pm / Auction 7pm
Our Host: The Key West Westin Resort & Marina Sponsored in part by
Friendly Cab Co. & Wilson, Washburn & Forster Insurance To show our appreciation, locals will receive 50% OFF ANY Fury trip except parasailing & jet ski tours Must book directly with Fury by calling 305-294-8899 (Not valid with any other offer. Must show local ID.) Expires: 12-31-12.
ALL FUNDS RAISED GO TO THE MARC PROGRAM (Providing life services for Monroe Counties Developmentally Disabled Adults.)
Join us and bid on beautifully decorated table top trees. Trees can be delivered to your home or business First State Bank Helps by Friendly Cab Company immediately after the auction. Wesley House with Turkeys First State Bank of the Florida Keys Also available for auction: continued its support of Wesley House Family Services with a donation of “Go- Two round trip tickets on Cape Air to Ft. Meyers with hotel. ing Green” Reusable Shopping Bags for their annual Thanksgiving Dinner Food Drive. two round trip tickets on Cape Air to Fort Myers Florida The Bank’s contribution helped transport turkey dinners donated by the with hotel stay. Wesley House to help local families in need during the holiday. Doors open at 5pm for tree previews, First State Bank SVP/Marketing Director Don Lanman, Wesley House Family Services Chief auction begins at 7pm Executive Director Doug Blomberg and First State Bank Assistant Vice President/Main Our auctioneer for the evening: Mr. Ed Scales Branch Manager Kerry Hadas. Admission: $10 which includes: Keys Federal Credit Union Hosts hors d’oeurves, cash bar, parking validation “Cookies with Santa” Keys Federal Credit Union and Publix join together to host “Cookies with Santa” on For more information call: 305-294-9526 ext. 25. Saturday, December 8th from 2:00pm until 5:00pm at Keys Federal Credit Union in Key West. This fun family event is FREE and open to everyone in the community! Keys Federal Credit Union invites you to come to our Key Plaza branch at 3022 N. Roosevelt Blvd. in Key West for cookies, coloring contests, letters to Santa and to meet Plato the Publixaurus. The first 150 kids get a free digital photo with Santa! For more information, call 305-294-6622 or visit KeysFCU.org. www.marchouse.org
conch color the florida keys 21 photographic chronicle 2012 Nutcracker Key West - A Costumed Extravaganza Photos by Carol Tedesco
From left: Lisa Test (Pearl), Jaime Cates (Emerald), Talia Santiago (Aquamarine), Jeordan Gasche ( Emerald-professional corps de ballet), Claire Young (Diamond), Vivian McGill (Amethyst), and Zoe Jackson (Tourmaline).
Mary Kay Lee: Jewel of the professional corps de ballet. The Gasche Family - Nikki Gasche plays Mother of Clara. Aubry Sweeney plays Clara and Antonio Gil plays the Nutcracker.
Left: The Rooster KIng and his Cohort, on left, Tamra Czerny and on right Jan Czerny, the Rooster King.
Right: The Shrimp with King Nep- tune. Jan Czerny as King Neptune and, from left, the shrimp, Meggie Iarrobino, Juju Jutte, and Jenna Domenech.
Left: David McSherry (Simon’s Dad) plays father of Clara.
Left: Sidney Gasche plays the Maid. Left: Gary Burchfield as the Admiral with Jeordan Gasche of the professional corps de ballet, who plays Princess Pussy Cat.
Right: Alternating the role of Clara, from left, Aubry Sweeney and Echo Burchfield.
Both girls are Angelfish: Annabelle Hamilton in striped unitard Juju Jutte as a shrimp (Pink unitard) and Juliette Jeordan Gasche of the professional corps de and Amalia Strunk in blue unitard. Hamilton as a reef fish. ballet plays Princess Pussy Cat.
Angelfish: Annabelle Hamilton, striped unitard; Amalia Strunk, blue unitard; and Ava Cates, red unitard The adorable little chicks! From left, Ash Heden, William Forester, Heron Smith-Mar- tin, Quinton Trader, and Beau Heden.
conch color the florida keys 24 photographic chronicle Meow! Tiger Lover Adam Levin Visits Thailand
The Nutcracker Cometh Bethany With Roosters and Smith- Chicks! Martin and Photo by Tom Oosterhoudt Kids In The Nutcracker Photo by Tom Oosterhoudt
conch color the florida keys 25 photographic chronicle Marathon Chamber After Hours at Sweet Savannah’s Photos by Kristen Livengood
Natalie Johnson, Josh and Jeanine Mothner, Scott Newton and Sweet Savannah’s Kate Koler and Kate Chapman. Frances Strauss, Jo Ann Wagner, and Mike Kiraly. Sandra Bradshaw
Sherriff-Elect Rick Ramsay hangs out with Bryson from the Dolphin Research Center. Ryan and John Bartus turn the DJ tables. The Chamber Ambassadors selling raffle tickets for the Big December Give-Away.
Nancy Bennett, Leigha Fox, Trish Hintze and Shawnabel Massaro. Jason Koler, Peter Chapman, Mike Lehn, Daniel and Liz Samess with Baby Ava
conch color the florida keys 26 photographic chronicle Marathon Chamber November Luncheon at the Yacht Club Photos by Kristen Livengood
Fishermen’s Com- munity Hospital CEO Hal Leftwich, (CFO) Scott Merkle, and guest speaker Marv Schindler of the hospi- tal’s foundation. 7Y^USeYcY^UQdQVV_bTQR\U`bYSUc _fUb\__[Y^WdXU_SUQ^
Leigha Fox, @`U^TQY\iVb_])Q]"!`] DUbfY^W3bUQ[VQcd =e^SX5Y^^Ub Nancy Bennet, "%!&5efQ\DdbUUd Scott Newton, Scott Merkle, Hal Leftwich, John Bartus and Marv Schindler. Mike Puto, Bar- bara Thomas, Richard Henderson and Leslie Rhyne. Raquel Crum- mit, John North, Desiree Garcia and Claire Murray. conch color the florida keys 27 photographic chronicle Happenings at Key West High School by Amber Bosco Senior Volleyball: Senior Volleyball players Jessica Wright, Shelby Swanson, Mattie Reid, Jill Lasseter and Kayla Geide were recognized at their last home game and again at the end of year banquet along with their wonderful coach, Mrs. Jessy Archer. Left: -English Language Left: Learner students were re- Ed Lin was recently cently recognized for their honored by ELL facilitator outstanding achievement Valerie Palay for his in making the Honor Roll extraordinary efforts. and for great attendance. These students have showed determination in making progress in their academic studies. DJean Joseph with ELL Coordi- nator, Mrs. Christelle Orr. Keys Federal Credit Union generously sponsored two Economic classrooms this year. Mrs. Jane McGill and Mr. Chaz Jimenez were on hand to receive the donation, which also comes Each year, the Key West Rotary graciously invites the Homecoming Court to their noon luncheon and with guest speakers in the classroom to discuss economics and banking with the students. recognizes the girls for their outstanding accomplishments. Picturesd are Rotary President Brian On hand for the presentation was Mrs. Marylou Carn, Marketing Director, Keys Federal Barroso, Court members Clare Kehoe, Vanessa Lundi, Grace Bleil, Alice Palay and Lola Myatieva, Credit Union, Scott Duszynski, President & CEO, Keys Federal Credit Union and Principal Homecoming coordinator Carol Cotton and Rotarian Pat Labrada. Amber Archer Bosco. conch color the florida keys 28 photographic chronicle Key Colony Beach Welcome Back Party Photos by Kristin Livengood Lyn Paterson and Gary Bergquist. Tom Moore, KCB Commissioner Jerry Ellis, Bob Bishop, Gail Cortelyou and Joe Stringfellow. Every November the KCB Community Association hosts this party to welcome back the community members from up north back to the community. These ladies are enjoying seeing each other again at the Welcome Back Party The Christmas Trees have arrived! at Key Colony Inn. Sales begin at 9am on Friday, November 23rd, at the MARC Plant Store John, Sheri, Howard, Monday through Friday Charlene and Ruthann 9am to 8pm till all trees are gone. reminisce about old days in KCB. Fresh Fraser Firs, live garland, ornaments, holiday decorations and gift cards are waiting for you at 1401 Seminary Street, Key West. 305-296-9556 www.marchouse.org conch color the florida keys 29 photographic chronicle Conch Football Parents Night Left: Left: Yandy Rocamora Steven Roberts with Yarelis with Todd Delvalls and Jay Roberts. Feathers with Jer- emy and Heather Feathers. Left; Zhivon Green with Charles Wallace and Norman Lopez with Coach Robert James. Left: Adam Curtis with Kevin Curtis and Donald Brown with Ruby Brown. Left: Left: Juwan Brown with Roberto Val Charles Brown with Coach and Kyle Renner Mike Pierce with Rick and and Daniel Shawna Renner. Daly-Dixon with Winsome Daley. Left: Left: Nathaniel Jack Gruba with Hayes with Robert and Gina Glen Hayes Gruba and Victor and Cheryl Salazar and Murphy and Marley Jones. Michael Tunay with Coach Dave Burgos. conch color the florida keys 30 photographic chronicle Left: Left: Lawrence Deonte Stemage Marius with with Tangela Lawrence and Thurston and Alona Marius Mehki Sargen and Jeffrey with Coach Dave Anilus with Van Loon. Coach James Howard. Left: Dorian Cannon with Melvin Carey and Left: Emory Carey. Luis Acosta, Elliot Valdez, Andre Patterson, An- thony Henriquez. Left: Left: Luis Acosta Andre Patterson with Pam with Anthony Acosta, Elliot Henriquez and his Valdez and An- parents, Mike and dre Patterson Gaby Henriquez. with Dominique Valdez. Uriel Diaz with Marisol and Antonio Diaz and William Gregu- Garret Osteen with Steve Osteen. Zack Hughes with Coach John Hughes, Garret and rich with Coach Marty and Liz Gregurich. Carson Hughes and Lesley Touzalin. conch color the florida keys 31 photographic chronicle Left: Left: Adrej Korotkov John Pozzi with with Luba Korot- Gabrielle and kov and Stacy John Pozzi, and Bobby Ruble Michael Hall with Bobby Ruble. with Fleasher Hall. Left: Left: Connor Curry with Caleb Holley Scott and Vicki with Tonya Curry and Antonio Coleman and Quintana with KC Sagan with Maggie Quintana. Ken Norton. Left: Left: Deandre Jordan Ashe Smoke with with Pepo Razzi Hall and Shawn and William Hernandez. Smith and Josh Shadduck with Gale Nelson. Left: Left: Denzel Fisher Andrew Free- with Octavia man with Tif- Lopez, Manager fany, Cade and Bernard Simmons Luke Freeman with Principal and Daniel Amber Bos. Thompson. conch color the florida keys 32 photographic chronicle Thanksgiving at The Historic Curry Mansion Photo by Tom Oosterhoudt Grant, Ben, Rachel, and Nancy Amsterdam along with Sheila’s daughter Nicolette, Sheila and Fred Devendorf, Mary Ann Worth, hostess Edith Amsterdam, Patsy Amsterdam, Todd German, Leslie Salinero, and Phil Amsterdam.` conch color the florida keys 33 photographic chronicle Behind the Scenes and In the Crowd At Samuel House’s “Men In Paradise Fashion Show” Photos by Carol Tedesco1 Front row, from left: Stephen “Sunshine” Sunday and Judge Perry Fowler. Back row, left to right: From left: Roberta DePiero, Jennifer Simmons and Candie Pavlas. Winnie Dement, Catherine Vogel, Kimberly Flowers, Mayor Craig Cates, and Cheryl Cates. From left, executive assistant to the NAS commanding officer, Colleen Dymarcik, with NASKW Business Manager Ron Demes and Mary Demes. Kate Miano and Mary Ellen Beattie have their hands on the cash. Key West Butterfly Conservatory owners Sam Trophia and Diamonds International sponsors Ellen Varela and Laura Canavan and Samuel’s Helen Garcia House Board member Alicia Durso. George Fernandez. conch color the florida keys 34 photographic chronicle 6TH ANNUAL =@IJK GC8:< J<:FE; GC8:< K?@I; GC8:< Prizes awarded by Historic Tours of America, Inc. &OUFSZPVSEFDPSBUFEIPNFBOEHFUEFUBJMTPOMJOFBU XXXLFZXFTUIPMJEBZDPN %FBEMJOF QNPO.POEBZ %FDFNCFSSE All aboard & don’t refrain, come caroling on the... Backstage Volunteers Lourdes Torbisco, Melissa Senat, Yleana Vural and Zurima Cisneros. Sing along to Christmas aboard the annual carols Trains depart at 7pm from Holiday the Yellow Train Depot located at Train Ride! 3850 North Roosevelt Blvd. December Dates: Seating is Limited. 12, 13, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, & 22 Reservations Required (305) 294-5161 Weddings at Tom Lavender and Debbie Rothstein. Historic Casa Antigua From the minute you walk into the historic gardens of Casa Antigua, you know you have stepped into a very special time and place. The perfect place to plan your wedding or spe- cial event. Casa Antigua has been featured on numerous television shows on the Home & Garden channel. Casa Antigua is featured in 17 different books and is also featured on the Travel Channel. BBC even filmed an episode of its Alistair Cooke show about Heming- way in the building. For the memory of a life- time, book your wedding at Casa Antigua by calling Lee Hines, General Manager at (305)292-9955. Violet Montero and Genevieve Isaksen MyKeyWestEvents.com conch color the florida keys 35 photographic chronicle MARC PLANT STORE The Saunders at Thanksgiving Open Seven Days A Week! Get all of your garden plants and supplies at our MARC Plant Store We have all of your plant and garden needs! Fertilizers, flowering plants, trees, clay, glazed pottery, fountains, home and garden accessories. We also carry: Gift Card, orchids and hybrid plants, air plants, tropical foliage, bushes and bedding plants. Special Orders Available Free delivery within Key west 1401 Seminary Street, Key West, Florida 33040 Accepting: Amex/Visa/MasterCard/Discover From left, Brooks, Tammy, Scott, and Morgan. www.marchouse.org Visit us on Facebook under: MARC and MARC Plant Store! Michael Longoria with 305-296-9556 Ronnie Spector Former lead Jer- YOUR sey boy, Michael Longoria, recent- ly got the chance BUSINESS to meet one of his all time idols, ACCEPTS the legendary Ronnie Spec- tor. Michael CREDIT CARDS, is now touring with his former RIGHT? group-- now known as the Process with Midtown Men-- Wholesale Merchant Group: and will be back at Tennessee s .EW LOWER RATES ON !MEX® Williams Theatre on March 27th, s .O MORE hQUALIFIED TIERSv 2013. Last s .EXT DAY FUNDING ON !MEX®, year the group ® ® ® blew the roof off 6ISA -ASTERCARD $ISCOVER the place and Key West was hooked forever. CALL YOUR LOCAL REPRESENTATIVE, RICHARD SOTIS, TO LEARN MORE TODAY! RICHARD SOTIS Richard Sotis of Keys Office Equipment 305-304-3356 Cost EFFECTIVE credit card processing concerned with YOUR bottom line. conch color the florida keys 36 photographic chronicle Join us Key West Woman’s Club Annual Holiday Open House & Dessert Party and Santa Sunday, December 2nd at Our 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Annual Please Bring an Unwrapped Toy Open for a Needy Boy or Girl House, Tree Lighting by Mayor Craig Cates, Sunday, Great Music by Bahama Children’s Choir December Stocking Stuffer and Karen Heines on Piano. 2nd Special Guest Appearance by SANTA!!!! Holiday Gift Idea!! “The Gift that keeps on giving in the true Holiday Spirit… Key West Woman’s Club “Talk Of The Town” Restaurant Tour Card and Theater Tour Card What a great gift idea; enjoy the follow- ing dining & theater venues while giving to charity! Buy two entrees and the entree of lesser value is free only $95…choose from 20 restaurants! Bagatelle Croissants de France Tavern n’ Town 2 cents Santiago Bodega Southernmost Beach Cafe Thai Life Mo’s Floating Restaurant Turtle Kraals Latitudes (lunch only) Half Shell Raw Bar Blackfin Bistro Blackfin Bistro The Grand La Trattoria OLD TOWN La Trattoria OCEANSIDE Schooner Whard Waterfront Playhouse & The Pasta Garden Red Barn Theatre Braza Lena Camille’s (dinner only) two tickets for only $50 Among the Charities which will benefit: The Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys, Womankind, American Cancer Society, Literacy Volunteers Society of Monroe County, Hospice, Samuel’s House Habitat for Humanity, Helpline, Children’s Shelter, Heron/Peacock Assisted Living, Wesley House. Thank you to the participating restaurants. This will enable us to continue our charitable donations to the Key West community. The card can be purchased at the following locations---- Curves in the K Mart Plaza, SODU Gallery in the 1100 Block of Duval Street, Voltaire Books on the Corner of Simonton and Eaton. CALL 305.294.2039 conch color the florida keys 37 photographic chronicle Remembering Will Stevens A Century of Piano Playing! Photo by Tom Oosterhoudt Susan Powell and Bobby Nesbitt Perform On The Regent Seven Seas Navigator As It Cruises Down The Amazon Santa Claus Blasts Off In Key West conch color the florida keys 38 photographic chronicle HESTONED T AT THE IBIS BAY RESORT Rotary Recognizes Local Athletes World AIDS Day Saturday Key West Transit Drivers #1 for Safety Photo by Alyson Crean Photo by Alyson Crean As holiday lights begin to shimmer us.” Key West bus drivers are not only safe, across our island city, it’s a good time to This is the 23rd year that World AIDS they’re consistent. For five years in a row remember some Key West lights that have Day has been recognized; this year’s they’ve been named among the safest in the gone out in the ongoing struggle against message (as it was last year) is “getting state. This week the Key West Department AIDS/HIV. to zero” with zero new infections, zero of Transportation received the Safest Driver Mayor Craig Cates and Commissioner discriminations, and zero AIDS related award for the Class III division – systems that Clayton Lopez last week proclaimed De- deaths. run fewer than 20 buses per day. cember 1 as World AIDS Day. Each year The friends of the AIDS Memorial, For five years running, the Florida Public Key West joins the world in this day of Inc. are conducting the march, which will Transportation Association has recognized somber remembrance with a candlelight begin at 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 1st at Glynn Key West transit drivers with this award. The march and name reading ceremony at the Archer School on White Street and end city has been recognized many years prior in AIDS Memorial at the foot of the White at the Memorial on White Street Pier. second and third place as well. Street Pier. There, the names of the members of this `During Wednesday’s City Commission It’s been some 20 years since Lopez community who have succumbed to meeting, Port and Transit Director Jim Fitton first accepted the proclamation by the AIDS will be read as the sun sets over the explained that the drivers have, over the past City Commission, and Lopez lamented island. year, safely provided nearly 378,000 passenger that the stigma – and the disease – con- trips, covering some 609,000 miles. tinue to this day. Key West Police Officer Rev. Steve Tor- rence agreed. Ben Scales “We’ve been doing this for way too many years,” he said. “Too many names we know are engraved on those granite Plays the Smokin’ Tuna Saloon and marble slabs. So let’s not forget our Singer, songwriter, and recover- history or our friends who went before ing attorney Ben Scales returns to Key West after being absent from the local music scene for years. Scales will play three nights at the Smokin’ Tuna Saloon, 4 Charles Free St., off the 200 block of Duval, Nov. 30 through Dec.2, with ac- Diving companiment by Caroline Pod. Ben, the big brother of Key In The West attorney and US1’s Sunday smart-alecky, mid-shift music Keys! guru DJ Ed Scales, has written humorous intros for segments of Ed’s radio show but is also an ac- complished singer/songwriter. His repertoire includes folk to rock. Ben and Caroline play from 6 – 9 pm, Friday and Sunday., Saturday the duo plays from 1 – 5 pm conch color the florida keys 39 photographic chronicle The Community Is Invited To Tom OosterhoudtConch Color’s and His Mother, UltimateMary Holiday Ann Worth Party Invite Everyone To Our 4th Annual ConchAt Historic Color Casa AntiguaHoliday Party 314 Simonton Street At Historic Casa Antigua 314 Simoton Street With Very Special Guest CongresswomanChristmas, Chanukah, Ileana and Kwanza Ros-Lehtinen On Wednesday, December 21st conch color the florida keys 40 photographic chronicle