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Inside Pirate Treasure for your Wardrobe & Home A Key Largo Legacy ...The African Queen Attractions Entertainer of the Month ... Kim Bankston Restaurant of the Month ...The Fish House Encore Bartender of the Month ...Selina Henderson Artist of the Month ...Bruce Gorczycki Map Getting From Here to There Special Events The Cultured Conch- Art Events in the Keys Benefit for Bobbie Florida Keys Chili Cook-off Purple Isle Judge Show What’s Hot & What’s Not Sounds of the Keys All the Buzz Facing Problems: Running Away versus Moving Forward Football and Brownies ....Super bowl party plan

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February 2007 for the Coconut Telegraph’s Entertainer of the Month ...... 3 Kim Bankston Volume 4 Issue #4 February issue is Pirate Treasure for your Wardrobe & Home ...... 4 Thursday Prestige Publishing, LLC February 22, 2007 Purple Isle: Annual Members Judge Show...... 5 101425 Overseas Highway Florida Keys Chili Cook-off ...... 6 PMB #628 Purine Dog Food Diet ...... 7 Phone 305-304-2837 Facing Problems: Running Away, Moving Forward...... 7 Fax 305-453-4659 Restaurant of the Month...... 8 Football and Brownies...... 9 Cast of Characters: Bartender of the Month ...... 11 Advice Column - Anny Bannay ...... 11 Editor/Sales/Distribution Denise Malefyt Getting from Here to There- the map page...... 12 Conch Characters...... 15 Advertising Production Sounds of the Keys ...... 17 Sue Beal The Cultured Conch ...... 18 Call Denise at Story and photo by Rachel R. Peine Staff Photographer 305-304-2837 Artist of the Month...... 19 Business in the Keys...... 21 An evening with Kim with new voices taking the The African Queen, A History ...... 22 Bankston is a musical journey places of the performers through time and space. From who made the songs and the Motown to Brazil, from the sound famous. 50’s sound of the Platters to On Wednesdays and Sat- Editorial Van Morrison, Bankston’s urdays, Bankston plays at the voice takes you on tour along Pilot House in Key Largo from with his piano, saxophone, 6:30 – 10. If it’s Thursday, Once again this wonderful off. If you have something you them. I was determined to flute, marimba vibes, and he’s at Marker 88 in Islamor- caring and generous community would like to donate or want to mope around all day till my steel pan drum. Watching ada from 5:30 – 9:30, and he has come together to help one help contact Cheryl Ryan at friends came to my rescue. Bankston set up, you wonder also performs during their of our own. On Thursday Gilbert's 305-451-1133. If One giggled as she gave me a where the rest of the band Sunday brunch from 11-3. He February 8th there will be a there was a category in this card and a little stuffed is. But as you hear him start goes back up to Coconuts in benefit at Gilbert's Resort paper for Woman of the animal, another took me out his set, you see him picking Key Largo on Sunday nights. from 6 to 10 PM for Bobbi Month it would have to be for dinner. It turned out to be up one instrument after the You can also catch Bankston Campbell. She passed away Cheryl. She jumped in with a great day! Do you remember other, each one flowing a- in the Cutler Ridge on Tues- suddenly and unexpectedly in both sneakers to help this being a little kid in school round his warm, mellow voice. days from 7 – 10 at O.C.’s December. Her husband Dave family and keeps on running. when everyone went Bankston was born and Bar and Grill, 20537 Old is on Social Security and You go girl! home with a pile of raised in the Miami area. He Cutler Rd. The Supremes unable to pay for her funeral It's February and Valentine cards? We started playing drums at the joined Bankston for a great expenses and her hospital bills Valentines Day is right around obviously can't send age of 13, learned piano by double-bill at O.C.’s on are piling up. So we decided to the corner. It's a time for them to everyone in ear, and was a key boardist January 9th, and they may throw a party. There will be couples to celebrate their love town but if we can just and vocalist for the R&B be performing with him in live music by Jimmy Hawkins and affection. Flowers, make one person band Formula Six in Opa the Keys in February. and friends, Felix the Catt, chocolates, romantic dinners, smile it will Locka for seven years. He Bankston’s CD, “Timeless”, Ron Forster, Viva, Steve jewelry, etc., but not for surely be a always loved Brazilian music, showcases the variety of his Venini and Grateful Ted to everyone. There are people day to and taught himself Portu- music, including “Save the name a few. Chris Fleming will out there like Dave Campbell remember. guese so he could sing his Last Dance for Me”, “Samba conduct a live auction and who just lost his wife, people Look for favorite songs. de Verao’”, and “Strangers in there will be plenty of raffles. that are newly single and more Most nights you can find the Night”. Hear cuts from Many area merchants have people that are just plain details on Bankston playing solo gigs at the album on CDBaby.com, donated items to be auctioned lonely. Last year I was one of page 14. clubs in the Keys and Miami. where the album is described He’s also a member of the as “Memorable and timeless Disclaimer International Platters, tour- love songs from the 40's, ing in the U.S. and Europe 50's, and the doowop era The Coconut Telegraph C 2006 is published monthly by Prestige Publishing, the publisher. The Coconut Telegraph assumes in good faith that all editorial and along with the International along with beautiful Brazilian LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without advertising material submitted are the original property of the advertiser. The Supremes. Both groups per- classics. An absolute must CD written consent of the publisher. The Coconut Telegraph welcomes written articles, Coconut Telegraph may not be held responsible for errors, omissions, or for photos, and artwork of local interest to be used and/or edited at the discretion of circumstances beyond our control that may affect the distribution schedule. form the songs of the orig- to buy.” Find out more about inal Platters and Supremes, Bankston at kimbankston.net. 4 • The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 • 5 Purple Isles Art Guild Pirate Treasure for your Wardrobe and Home Annual Members Judge Show Story by Rachel Peine/photos by Rich Peine The Art Show opens to join the group, enhance his or The history of the Keys is new twist on finding treasure! The number is 451-2332. Mt. Pisgah that was made in a the public, Saturday, her talents and enjoys the full of stories of pirate Right now, she has a gorgeous Farther south on the bay special firing only once a year. February 24th, and will con- camaraderie. The group treasures, gold and jewels. wooden bowl hand made in side, you’ll see Keys Castaways Another unusual item was a tinue through Sunday, March meets once a month at the We may have missed those Europe stained in rings of at 99090 Overseas Highway, fur coat owned by the wife of 4th from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Library Community Room to days, but there’s still color. It’ll be a unique display with the big anchor on the the producer of “It’s a Mad, The popular Purple Isles share information and re- treasure to be found here if item in the right setting. roof and the bright blue rope Mad, Mad, Mad World”, and Art Guild's 41st Annual sources as well as arrange you know where to look. If linking the pilings out front. worn to the movie’s premiere. Members Judged Exhibition group attendance at art you’re seeking something Specializing in vintage clothing Wendy had photographs can be viewed at the Key events in and outside of the special in the way of vintage and jewelry, owner Wendy showing the owner and the Largo Library Community Monroe County. Monthly plein jewelry or clothing, original Hewitt found her new career coat at the premiere. If you Room, Mile Marker 101.4. air (paint out) events are artwork or antiques, don’t after being laid off from MCI can’t get to Hollywood Artists, Rocky Ferris, hosted at multiple venues. pass by the consignment shops Worldcom, the largest yourself, you can always take Georgiana Hosek, and Photo- Participants draw and paint on whose colorful presence adds bankruptcy in U.S. history. a little of it home with you by grapher, Pete Bacheler are site, and pack a lunch or eat flavor up and down U.S. 1. Wendy grew up in a town in way of Key Largo. this year's Judges. at a restaurant of choice. The You’ll find your favorites, but New England known for its Keys Castaways is open Over 1,000 people have organization has three work- let me share a few of mine. antique shops, and her mother Tuesday through Saturday, toured the exhibit in the past shops planned for 2007 and Across from Pennekamp was an expert on primitives 11:00 - 5:00. Phone – 451-1116. and the visitors are welcome those participating are eager Park is Ashleigh’s Attic, at Browse Ashleigh’s Attics for new and English antiques. She’s Call for an appointment if you to cast their votes for their to learn new techniques and mile marker 102.8. Maureen treasures. had some unexpected items have items to consign, and favorite work of art. Awards methods to improve their own Covert has owned Ashleigh’s consigned by owners who were Wendy will also sell items on are given at the opening style. This year our three since 2005, when the original A lot of Ashleigh’s unaware of their items’ value, ebay for you. Right now, she reception, Friday evening be- class instructors are Karen owner decided to sell it, and customers come in for such as piece of pottery from has a newly-arrived batch of fore grand opening, Saturday. Leffel-Massengill, Joyce Maureen decided she could costumes. Someone found a vintage clothing and jewelry The different categories of Moon, and Dick Moody. We satisfy her habit of consign- complete pirate outfit for a from the estate of a Miami art that will be displayed are: had a very successful pre- ment store shopping on a more party – a white ruffled blouse, Beach socialite, so stop in Watercolors, Oils, Acrylics, Christmas holiday sale and regular basis. She’s seen some short black skirt, black boots, soon before it all disappears. Sculpture, 3/D, Photography, look forward to another unusual items come through a wide belt, and even the big You never know what you’ll other media, Digital art, and member's fine art exhibit and the shop, including an antique gold hoop earrings. Maureen find at these modern-day Student Art. The judges will sales at the Lion's Club in surfboard, a sled (how useful says a lot of people just scout pirate treasure troves, so set award ribbons to several March. in this climate!), and even a the store every few days just aside some time to wander categories in addition to The Purple Isles Art Guild lithograph by a famous mural to see what’s new. That’s through the aisles. Take your honorable mentions. The has been a leading arts organ- artist that she sold for $750 probably your best bet in time because there’s lots of grand finale is "The Best of ization in the Upper Keys for on ebay. The owner had no finding that special item you stuff hidden in the nooks and Show" which is the most over 41 years and its mem- idea of the worth of the can’t live without. Ashleigh’s crannies. You can’t possibly admired award of them all. bership includes many of the lithograph but was very happy Attic is open Monday – Friday Visit Wendy Hewitt at Keys see everything in one visit, The Purple Isles Art Guild most popular artists of the with the result. Now there’s a 10 - 5 and Saturday 10 – 4. Castaways and new gems arrive daily. has a long history in the area. The event is sponsored Upper Keys and invites anyone in part by the Monroe County who has an artistic urge to Tourist Development Council. 6 • The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 • 7 February 10th and 11th Dog-eat-Dog Humor Facing Problems Florida Keys Chili Cook-off: Music, Food, Vendors Duh... I’m on the Running Away versus

Head to Rowells Marina on Saturday and Sunday will be held on Sunday for both professionals and amateurs. Purina Diet Moving Forward February 10th and 11th.for a weekend of fun, food Entry for the Amateur Division is free and this year and entertainment. The Cook-Off will feature live requires just 4 gallons of Chili each entrant. The cook-off is I was in Wal-Mart buying a that the way it works is to There are times when appealing only because it is bands on both days, lots of interesting vendors and sanctioned by the International Chili Society and there are large bag of Purina for my load your pockets or purse change—moving to a new city not where you are now. For games for the kids. The main event the Chili Cook- prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd, professional and amateur dogs and was in line to check with Purina nuggets and or a new home, or changing example, if you are leaving a off will be held and judged on the Sunday divisions as well as prizes in the Salsa and Verde categories. out. A woman behind me simply eat one or two every careers—is the right thing at city because you feel you Bill Wharton “The Sauce Boss” will be play- This years overall professional winner will proceed forward asked if I had a dog... Duh! time you feel hungry. The the right time. But there are can’t afford it, you could be ing on Saturday afternoon. Since 1990, the to the World Chili Cook-Off. There is limited space for I was feeling a bit crabby, package said the food is also times when the urge for reinforcing poverty Sauce Boss has fed over 135,000 people, judges for the Chili Cook-Off the tickets are $20 and so on impulse, I told her no, I nutritionally complete so I change is really just a desire consciousness, and you might while playing his own swampy Florida blues. include free beer. was starting The Purina Diet was going to try it again. to run away from problems find that you are unable to A Sauce Boss event is a soul-shouting All proceeds from this event stay in again, although I probably I have to mention here that need to be faced rather make ends meet in your new picnic of rock & roll brotherhood... the Upper Keys and benefit the Key shouldn’t because I’d ended that practically everyone in than avoided. These are the city as well. It would involving everyone. And at the end of Largo Rotary Clubs Youth Activities up in the hospital last time, the line was listening, par- kinds of problems that recur ultimately be less of an the show, everyone eats. Program and Scholarship program. but I’d lost 45 pounds. I ticularly a tall guy behind her. in our lives. For example, effort to stay where you are On Sunday the featured band is Entry to the event has been set at awakened in an intensive care Horrified, she asked if issues with coworkers that and look more deeply into Fort Lauderdale’s Phat Eddie and the B $10 for Saturday and Sunday, $5 for unit. with tubes coming out of something in the dog food had seem to arise at every job your beliefs about money. Shift Destroyers and live Music just the Sunday. most of my orifices. poisoned me and was that why we take, or repeatedly You may discover that as you throughout the weekend will feature For more information on the Chili Her eyes about bugged out I ended up in the hospital. getting into unhealthy address these issues, you are local musicians Drein and Mike, Cook-Off and to download vendor of her head. I went on and on I said no. I’d just been relationships. A move might able to make more money Dangerous Dave, Boogieman George and applications go to keylargorotary.org with the bogus diet story and sitting in the street licking temporarily distract us, and simply by changing your Dwayne McGregor. or call Whitney Lavene at 786-390- she was totally buying it. my butt when a car hit me. even cure the problem for a mindset. You may still decide The main event the Chili Cook-Off Photo by Robin Buckle 3672 or Sue Finney at 305-394-3736. I told her that it was an The tall guy collapsed time, simply by taking us out to move, but it will be an act easy, inexpensive diet and in laughter . of the situation in which the with a positive intention problem fully manifested behind it and not an escape, itself. However, the problem which could make all the will eventually appear again in difference. our new situation. Any pain involved in One way to make sure facing our issues is well you aren’t running away from worth the effort in the end. your problems is to notice When we face our problems whether you are moving instead of avoiding them, we towards something that is free our energy and exciting in its own transform ourselves from right, as opposed people who run away into to something people who move enthus- that is iastically forward.

Reprinted from DailyOM - Inspirational thoughts for a happy, healthy and fulfilling day. Register for free at www.dailyom.com. 8 • The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 • 9 Restaurant of the Month Recipes from Paradise The Fish House Encore Football and Brownies

The Fish House Encore has wonderful to work with, on a sampling of several There's a saying in our pepperoncinis and don't it all. The ambience, award that's why the team takes a from the full sushi menu, house - football rules! As we forget the chips. For dessert, winning food, superb service, lot of pride to be here delicious! You can also approach the culmination of buy some fresh goods from entertainment and reasonable working with him. He makes choose from an extensive this year's season we antici- your grocery's bakery or try prices guarantee a memorable the most incredible rack of appetizer and pate the day of the big game. the brownie recipe included. evening. lamb!" Damian tells us. signature entree Super Bowl Day is a great They're delicious! The Fish House is famous Encore has taken 1st place selection, using time to throw a party. On These double chocolate across the country and the in the Best of the Upper Keys the same fresh February 4th, people through- brownies were created by the Encore, located next door, Peoples Choice for their seafood as The out the United states will Nestle company. also owned and operated by Seafood. They racked up 1st Fish House. gather with family and 1 1/2 sticks butter C. J. Berwick and Doug Prew, place in the Key Largo The piano lounge friends to watch the forty- 2 cups sugar is only in it's 5th year and features live first Super Bowl game in out 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour already highly acclaimed. A entertainment own Miami. Because of it's 1/2 cup cocoa 1/2 teaspoon baking powder different dining experience Wednesdays and casual format and the enter- 1/4 teaspoon salt tainment already provided, altogether than their first Thursdays, 7 to 10 PM 4 eggs venture, Encore features with Robert Sax (piano super Bowl parties are rela- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract three dining areas. Guests and vocal), he is the tively easy to organize. Pick 1 12 ounce package of chocolate may choose to dine in the Music Teacher and Band up some plates, bowls, cups, chips piano lounge, inside dining director for Coral Shores and napkins with the Super 1/2 cup chopped nuts room, or tropical outside High School, and Friday, Bowl theme. Don't forget a confectioners sugar patio where smoking is Saturday and Sunday Super Bowl centerpiece. Plan In a saucepan melt the permitted. One full service Chamber of Commerce 2006 from 7 to 10 is Eva Joyce your menu around "large pot" butter over low heat. Remove bar found inside the lounge Cook Off in several categor- on piano. dishes that can easily feed a from heat and add the sugar, and another located outside ies, Soup - Crab and Pumpkin This is a favorite crowd and try to select foods flour, cocoa, baking powder, on the patio also serve the Bisque, appetizer - Fried Feta spot for celebrities, that can be prepared the day salt, eggs, and vanilla extract. full menu. The outside patio and Mediterranean Salsa, Lonnie Quinn the TV before. Serve your guests Stir until well blended. Mix in is equipped with misting fans Entree - Grouper Mykonas Weatherman stops in ABOVE: The Fish House Encore Chef buffet style. Have every tele- 1 1/2 cups of the chocolate for those hot summer nights and Dessert - Creme of frequently, you may even Peter Tselikis. Visit the Encore and try vision in the house turned on chips and then add the nuts. and heaters for those cooler Mango Tart. catch him reading the Tselikis incredible rack of lamb. to the game. Place a small T.V. Spread in a 13" x 9" baking winter evenings. Enjoy the We chose to sit at the bar Coconut Telegraph. on or near the buffet table so dish. Sprinkle the top with same friendly service as the where Brigette our bartender Whether you are looking your guests won't miss any of the remaining chips. Bake 30 Original Fish House, only in an showed us their incredible for a romantic evening or a the action or the famous to 35 minutes in 350 degree atmosphere unmatched in the selection of Ports, Scotches, night of great food and commercials. Fill bowls with oven. Cool 10 minutes. Upper Keys. Brandies, Cognacs and drinks, The Fish House nuts or other snacks and Sprinkle with the confect- The managers, Damian and Tequilas; it's enough to Encore has it all. place in 2 or 3 locations ioners sugar. Cool one hour Michelle are most proud of satisfy the most distingu- throughout your house. The and then cut into squares. their Chef Peter Tselikis. “He ished of tastes. We then put below menu Column contributed by is extremely talented and Willie the Sushi Chef to work represents Sandi Mieszczenski. She is a American high school history teacher favorites. in Palm Beach and has been a Serve with parttime Key Largo resident a relish for 10 years. She and her tray of husband maintain a boat at pickles, Gilbert's ABOVE: olives, and Resort. Willie the Sushi Chef peppers serves up a delicious and beautiful such as arrangement.

LEFT: Encore bartender Brigette stands with their incredible selection of Ports, Scotches, Brandies and more 10 • The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 • 11 Coconut Advice Column Bartender of the Month Anny Bannany Selina Henderson

Dear Anny Bannany, Help. I turned 60 last year... I still have an inner child. I need and want to play, to sing, to dance, to hop, skip and jump rope. The problem is that I am embarrassed. I feel like people are watching and laughing and saying “Who does this old person think she is?” It inhibits me and is keeping me from having fun. What should I do? Thanks, Young at Heart

Dear Young at Heart, Laugh hard and often. Sing like there is no one listening and dance like no one is watching. Maybe at your age though, you should “Goddess of the Moon” keep your clothes on. The question most asked of outside. “I've been bartending You go girl! us at the Coconut Telegraph is for 18 years, 10 of them in the Anny Bannany “Do you have to be drop dead Florida Keys because I want to gorgeous to be Bartender of work outdoors. My family and I the Month or what?” The came down for the weekend to Email Anny Bannany at [email protected] answer is no, but it sure visit and we never left." doesn't hurt. Selina loves Scuba diving. Selina Henderson was Her husband Mark is a Dive chosen because she is Captain on the lightening fast and has an eye Big Dipper. like a hawk. Put an empty glass Together on her bar they have 3 and it is filled children, before you can "This is the best margarita Bobby, Corynn blink an eye. It's I've ever had," and Coryle. a sure thing that no exclaims "Wahoo's is a wonderful Tourist one is going to die of place to work," says Selina. Dick. thirst at her bar! "We are one big happy We found this Bermuda family. For having three born beauty at Wahoo's in restaurants -Wahoo's, Whale Islamorada. We stopped by Harbor Seafood Buffet, and for a beer and to enjoy Braza Lena- the teamwork the spectacular view is amazing. The managers overlooking the Whale Harbor are great and this place keeps fishing boat fleet and crystal getting better. I can't say blue water from the upstairs enough about the Fishing bar. We only meant to have one Captains and crew. They are beer but every time we turned wonderful and keep us busy around there was another wait- year long." ing and we wound up having They all tell us that Selina three. is famous for her muddled As karma would have it, the Margaritas. At the end of name Selina is a latinized the bar a man raises his glass /anglicized form of the Greek and bellows “This is the best "Selene", the Ancient Goddess margarita I've ever had in my of the Moon. Perhaps that is life!" We asked, "Who is he?" why she has chosen a profes- Selina replies, "He is a tourist sion that allows her to work and his name is Dick.” 12 • The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 • 13 14 • The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 • 15 Conch Characters of the Month

The Grinch and th e A-team bartenders, D.J. and Bu sh at the Pilot House.

d and fun at Weath Mary serving up the foo erman Lonnie Quinn The Fish House Encore. dinning at the Fish House and reading the Coconut Telegraph.

Captain Mark with TowBoat U.S. o the rescue

Me lanie Malefy t a bea wenc utiful h. Arrr pirate rrrrrgh!

These crazy conch characters make me feel right at home

Margaruite and Kenny tie the knot. ! Congratulations ey Largo. rt's Resort in K Kiwi at Gilbe

If you have pictures of fun and interesting goin’s on in and around the Keys just send ’em along to [email protected] Be sure to include your name and phone number so we can contact you if we have any questions! 16 • The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 • 17

Jam night is sa turdays at the Key Largo cof fee House with Pete Schinea is a great time!

Tr ombone guy plays Davis a with Lyle nd Gratef ul Ted at P Hous ilot e Tiki Bar.

obbi the Benefit for B Ron will be at uck, Steve and rt's. Ch ary 8th at Gilbe thursday Febru

Viva Classic Rock at Gilbert's.

ABO VE: Dave Brand at the Pilot House.

Te d Hyde a nd the "D premes ikerydoo d the Su at Sh dude" kston an arkeys. Kim Ban 18 • The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 • 19 The Cultured Conch Artist of the Month Art Event in the Keys Bruce Gorczycki

Event information provided by Florida Keys Council of the Arts www.keysarts.com Visual Art Fri., Feb. 9 - Fri., Feb. 23 - "Venture Thur., Feb. 1 - Mon., Feb. 12 - Interna- Out Ladies." Works by featured artists tionally acclaimed environmental artist Helen Kordon, Joanne Sloan and Ellen and conservationist Wyland will paint Rayher. Opening reception. 7-9 p.m. his 95th mammoth "Whaling Wall" Artists In Paradise Gallery, Winn Dixie marine life mural. The public is invited Shopping Center, Big Pine Key. 872- to watch. MM 99.2, Key Largo. 800- 1828. 469-3069 wylandkeywest.com. Sat., Feb. 10 - "Art on the Porch." This Thur. Feb. 1 – Wed, Feb. 14 - "Front month featuring artist Liz Queeney. 10 Window Showcase." Kimian’s Art: a.m.- 6 p.m. Bougainvillea House Gallery, Gyotaku fish prints. Open Daily 10 a.m. - MM 53.5 bayside, Marathon. 743-0808. 6 p.m. Artists In Paradise Gallery, Winn Tues., Feb. 13 - Mon., Feb. 19 - Steve Dixie Shopping Center, Big Pine Key. Walker. Opening reception 5:30 - 8:30 872-1828. The Coconut Telegraph has that is talented, helpful and p.m. Gingerbread Square Gallery, 1207 chosen owner and operator of friendly,” says Bruce. Fri., Feb. 2 – Fri., March 16 - Exhibition Duval Street, Key West. 296-8900. Riki Tiki Tatu Bruce Along with a large selec- of work by featured artists Sue and Wed., Feb. 14 - March 5 - New Works Gorczycki as Artist of the tion of stock designs, “Tattoo Bobby D’Antonio. Gourd art and surpris- by John Martini and Carol Munder. month because we have seen Bruce” specializes in custom ingly priced steel sculptures. Opening Artist reception 6-9 p.m. Lucky Street some really terrible tattoos work and has an extensive re- reception 7-9 p.m. Artists In Paradise Gallery, 1130 Duval St., Key West. 294- Gallery, Winn Dixie Shopping Center, go into his shop and come out search library, internet and 3973. Big Pine Key. 872-1828. transformed into wondrous imagination to make your ink Wed., Feb. 14 – Wed., Feb. 28 - "Front works of art. His designs are dreams a reality. He works in Sat., Feb. 3 - Tues., Feb. 13 - Janet M Window Showcase." Barb Dreher dis- bright, colorful, and detailed. all styles of tattooing from Mueller Contemporary Paintings. Open- playing her underwater and nature Bruce started tattooing in portrait work to New School ing reception 4-9 p.m. Key West Fine photography. Open Daily 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 1985 under the tutelage of madness. Bruce is HIGHLY Art Photography and Printing's Gallery Artists In Paradise Gallery, Winn Dixie the late Kenny Pullman of K&B trained in cover-up and repair 007. 7007 Shrimp Road, Stock Island. Shopping Center, Big Pine Key. 872- Tatooing in Hightstown, New work and says, “Come see me 292-3295. janetmmueller.com. 1828. Jersey. Over the years he and we'll turn that embar- Mon., Feb. 5 - Lower Keys Artist has had the opportunity to rassment into something to Thur., Feb. 15 - Helen Harrison Network Monthly meeting. A “Make It sculpture, Deedra Ludwig encaustics learn from some of the best be proud of! We are also cur- Take It” featuring Connie Powers and and Paula Brinkman spirit dolls. tattooists in the country and rently perfecting a new tech- her palm frond weavings of fish and Reception 6 - 9 p.m. part of Third he continues to refine his nique to perform traditional boats. 7 - 9 p.m. Artists In Paradise Thur., “Night on White” Gallery Walk. skills to this day. Through his Polynesian style Tap-stick Gallery, Winn Dixie Shopping Center, Harrison Gallery, 825 White St., Key art he has had the opportun- tattooing in a safe, sterile Big Pine Key. 872-1828. West. 294-0609. ity to tattoo people from all way, and hope to offer this

Wed., Feb. 7 - Sat., Feb. 24 - Larry Sun., Feb. 19 - Acrylic painting: Key walks of life, including cele- style very soon.” Estridge - Steel and aluminum West houses with Lynn Sherman. 9 – 12, brities, rappers, rockers, and Bruce is a member of the sculptures. Opening reception 7 - 10 with lunch. The Studios of Key West at professional athletes. “I've Alliance of Professional Tat- p.m. Charest-Weinberg Gallery, 1111 the Armory Building, 600 White Street. had the pleasure of being in tooists and follows the guide- Duval St., Key West. 292-0411. [email protected] or call 305-296-0458. music videos, cast parties for lines of the Association of movie openings, and getting to Professional Piercers. They Wed., Feb. 7 - Mon., Feb. 12 - New Wed., Feb. 21 - Sandford Birdsey. New Works by Susan Sugar and Cathy Rose watercolors of Key West, France and work on some truly fantastic offer a full range of body Artist reception. 6-9 p.m. Lucky Street Spain. One night only. Reception from people!”, says Bruce. piercing done with the high- Gallery, 1130 Duval St., Key West. 294- 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Curry Mansion Inn, 511 Bruce arrived “South of est quality titanium jewelry 3973. Caroline St., Key West. Reality” in 2000 and he and available. his business partner, Judy Stop in and check out the Wed., Feb. 7 - "Heart's Delight." Jewel- Fri., Feb. 23 – March 1 - "Student Art Haase, opened Riki Tiki Tatu huge selection of jewelry, ry and paintings. Reception 5-8 p.m. Show." Open Daily 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. in 2003. “The studio is my aftercare products, and the Suzy Starfish Gallery, 912 Duval St., Artists In Paradise Gallery, Winn Dixie Key West. 292-6624. suzystarfish.com. Shopping Center, Big Pine Key. 872- vision of the Keys and it has finest tobacco accessories. 1828. grown into a kind of island If you have any questions Fri., Feb. 9 - Thur., May 31 - New Photo eclectic style. We have tried stop by mile marker 97.5 Panoramas by C.J. Groth. Guild Hall Sat., Feb. 24 - March 4 - Purple Isles to create a truly interesting oceanside. Just look for the Gallery, 614 Duval St., Key West. 394- Art Guild 41th Annual Members Judged and artistic environment. purple zebra and you're at continued on page 23 4128. We've put together a staff Riki Tiki Tatu. 20 • The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 • 21 Business in the Keys

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Would you like to place an advertisement in the Coconut Telegraph? Call Denise Malefyt at 305-304-2837. 22 • The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007 • 23 valve to allow steam into the decided that the Lifeboat engine it would operate with would put a towline to the The Cultured Conch The African Queen - A History continued from page 18 low pressure the engine would bow of the African Queen Sat., Feb. 10 - February Festival. One- run however when they tried and then the Queen would use Exhibition of Fine Art and Sculpture. day plant, baked goods and "used Legacy in Key Largo Part III to increase speed the engine what power they had to keep Open daily 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Key Largo treasures" sale along with educational would again lock up. Still not the bow into the sea while Library Community Room, MM 101.4 booths to promote Florida Friendly By Jimmy Hendricks Photos provided by Jimmy Hendricks knowing with any certainty they were being towed, kind Overseas Hwy., Key Largo. 852-7494. gardening. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Marathon Once again the Coast 1990 the African Queen was they faced certain death or Queen they departed what was wrong they decided of like an airplane crabbing Garden Club, 5270 Overseas Hwy., Sun., Feb. 25 - Sculpture Key West. Marathon. Call 743-4971. Guard took center stage and now certified to carry 15 capture. For twenty two days Ramsgate harbour at seven that it would be the prudent into the wind to land. Outdoor contemporary art exhibition with the first of their passengers and two crew, from the end of May until am. On board was dad, the thing to turn around and head Needless to say they arrived in three historic settings. Fort Taylor Mon., Feb. 12 - Key West Pops Beach inspections they focused on almost ten years to the day Mid June the British Navy Engine builder Ed Langley, back to Ramsgate as the wind back at Ramsgate Harbour a opening reception 3 - 6 p.m. Park Club Celebration. Cocktails, food, the machinery and discovered when dad first laid his eyes and a fleet of “little ships” Richard Head Commodore of was increasing they were little shaken but not stirred. entrance fee waived. Ft. Taylor State entertainment. $100. 6:30 - 9 p.m. that the new Semple Boiler upon her and knew that the made up of boats of every the Little Ship Yacht Club (no losing valuable fresh water The Little Ship Club Park, enter at Southard & Thomas Vera Schiff’s residence, 1500 Atlantic was not ASME certified nor old girl had to come to Key size, shape and description, connection to the little ships without the feed pump having Magazine had each member of Streets, Key West. 295-3800. Visit Blvd., Key West. Reservations 296- was the steam engine Largo and there is still more took on the unpredictable event) and photo journalist to rely on the steam siphon to the crew write their own sculpturekeywest.com for details. 1520. approved by the ABS to come for the old girl. waters of the English Channel Jim Legget. The winds were a put water back into the boiler version as to what had Mon., Feb. 26 - March 4 - Jim Salem. Fri., Feb. 16 - Tues., Feb. 20 - Trinidad (American Bureau of In 1990 the African and the onslaught of Hitler’s bit stronger than predicted and they were headed into happened, Dad’s report more Opening reception 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Joe presents Key West Mardi Gras Shipping) nor was there Queen was invited back to troops to rescue their fallen instead of 10 to 15 knots, the the busiest shipping lanes in less read the least excitable Gingerbread Square Gallery, 1207 Fest. Costume contests, walking anyway to get her existing were more like 20 to 25 knots the world, with a less than as just another day at sea, Ed Duval Street, Key West. 296-8900. parades, food, music drinks and more. equipment approved after the which would put the thirty reliable engine. As they Langley’s merely reported it Various locations, Key West. 292-5691. Festivals fact. So it off to England dad foot open boat in 4 to 5 foot approached the Channel that as a spot of trouble with the mardifest.com. Sat., Feb. 3 - Sun., Feb. 4 - Florida I go to investigate what the seas for a crossing that dad would lead them back into engine, while Commodore Keys Art Guild Outdoor Art Festival. Sun., Feb. 18 - Key West Symphony old girl would have had in her estimated would take 5 hours Ramsgate Harbour they Head’s and Jim Leggett’s Free. Lorelei Resort, MM 81 Overseas presents “Enchanting Dreams Auction.” when she was built in 1912. and then another 5.5 hours realized that would put them version reflected that they Hwy., Islamorada. 289-7656. Westin Key West Resort, 245 Front Ed Langley of Shoreham along the coast. Dad figured beam to the high seas and were battling for their lives. St., Key West. 292-1774. England built us the Sisson he had enough coal and fresh could possible swamp the boat It was later determined as Mon., Feb. 5 - Red Barn Theatre "Five steam engine, which was water for the boiler onboard and the engine was still giving check valve being installed Course Love Dance Party." Eat, drink, Sat., Feb. 24 - Annual Red Cross originally produced in England for 33 hours. Among other them problems and they would improperly caused the engine dance with Barry Cuda and his band Humanitarian of the Year Dinner. 6:30 and local vocalist. Food from around reception, 7:30 dinner. Casa Marina in the 1800’s by a factory in added safety equipment was not be able to increase power to hydro-lock and the the world and an open bar. $60 Resort, 1500 Reynolds St. Key West. Glouchester and is genuine an inflatable tube attached to if needed. conditions in the channel advance, $65 door. 7 - 10:30 p.m. Red 296-4033. steam launch equipment from the starboard side which with It was at that point made it impossible to not only Barn Theatre, 319 Duval St., Key Sat., Feb. 24 - Sun. Feb. 25 - Key the turn of the century. The the windy conditions and the Commodore Head looked Dad diagnose the problem let West. 296-9911. redbarntheatre.org boiler would have been and blunt end of the tube facing in the eye and Dad knew they alone make repairs at sea, and West Art Center presents 42nd now is a Kingdon type boiler the sea it actually allowed a weren’t going to make it back thus ended the African Thur., Feb.8 - Sun., Feb. 11 - Friends Annual Old Island Days Art Festival. patented in England in 1881, considerable amount of spray without assistance, Dad put Queen’s first attempt to of Fort Taylor present Civil War Exhibitors from across USA and Heritage Days. Living history demon- Canada. Water-color, oil, acrylics, since the boiler required the The African Queen in the English Channel with the RNLI in into the boat so the crew out a securite which is not a cross the English Channel on strations, battle re-enactments, metal and glass sculpture, photography. ASME certification we had it the distance. deemed it unnecessary and mayday but a call for her own hull. The Queen did candle light tour. Ft. Zachary Taylor Free admission. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. built at Dixon Boiler Company cut it away. Unfortunately assistance, the RNLI (Royal make it to Dunkirk that day State Park, entrance at Southard & Whitehead and Caroline Streets, Key in Los Angeles. The engine did the cantankerous African National Lifeboat Institution) but it was aboard the Thomas Streets., Key West. West. 294-1241. not require the ASME England, by the London Daily countrymen and their allies. Queen was not up to the answered and told them that ferryboat Sally with the 292-6850. certificate but did require Express to open their new My grandfather had fought in challenge this day, after they could not determine Queen sitting safely on top of Sat., Feb. 24 - Sun., Feb. 25 - Key Sat., Feb. 10 - Sun., Feb. 11 - Pigeon West Art & Historical Society Key the ABS seal of approval, boat show in Plymouth, which WWI and dad and his brother three hours they were twelve their exact location so they her trailer. Key Art Festival. Juried outdoor art West Antiques Show and Sale. $6. 10 however there London office dad thought would by exciting Bill both put college on hold miles out and approaching the dispatched a RAF helicopter show, music, food. $7. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. a.m.- 7 p.m. Sat/ 10 a.m. - 5 p.m Sun. was happy to approve the to visit the home port of the to serve in WW2 so this busiest shipping channels in to search for the Queen and Marathon Community Park, MM 49, East Martello Museum, 295-6616. ext plans and monitor the Mayflower. However for one event was very much a part of the world and the wind her loss crew. After what Overseas Hwy., Marathon. 942-1105. 16. kwahs.com. construction. reason or another that show our family history and dad seemed to be picking up, when seemed like an eternity and Ed with his wife, daughter never happened but the Daily could not refuse when the what was thought to be a Jim Legget and Ed Langley Look for continuation and the new engine in tow express said to come over African Queen was invited to engine bearing started to succumbed to sea sickness came to Key Largo to help anyway that they would find participate in the groan and shortly after the they spotted the RAF of this article install the new engine and plenty for us to do. reenactment which was to engine stopped altogether, it helicopter low on the horizon in boiler. With new engine The first event that dad take place on May 24, 1990 was at that point that Ed told and far to south of their installed it was now up to the attempted was the 50th the fleet was to cross the dad that feed pump was not location after some more The African Queen Coast Guard to inspect and Anniversary of Dunkirk. Channel from Dover to Calais pumping water from the hot communication with the RNLI pass the Queen. After Dunkirk which occurred in the a twenty two mile trek well fast enough back into the the RAF helicopter spotted Part V performing a simplified spring of 1940 when Hitler’s crossing in open water then boiler. So the first thing they them, and the RLNI in the stability test using bags of Nazi German Wehrmacht follow the coast eastward for did was to disconnect the dispatched a boat to their charcoal for the weight, doing swept across Belgium and another twenty miles to chain that drove the feed position. Upon their arrival Coconut Telegraph a hydrostatic and operational France sent retreating Dunkirk. pump, thinking that the pump Jim Legget requested to be March Issue test on the boiler and engine, 337,000 British and allied With seventeen, fifty was malfunctioning and transferred over to the RNLI and let’s not forget the troops to the coast of the pound bags of Welch steam causing the engine problem. vessel and then they safety equipment. On Dec. 4, English Channel there were coal aboard the African When they reopened the discussed their options, it was 24 • The Coconut Telegraph • February 2007