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Making a roar Bear World Magazine’s Robin Gray dishes on the third annual Key West Bear Weekend. A16 X

Top Picks Find out what not to miss this week on the island. A9 X IN TUNE BUT OFF KEY

Rolling out INSIDE: Part 2. A10 X Eighth annual Key West Film Festival announces extensive Florida film lineup. A14 X The Allman Betts Band set to rock Key West’s Sunset Green

BY LAURA RICHARDSON laura.richardson@fl oridaweekly.com

The weight of legacy can be oppressive. How does an artist honor his roots while simultaneously blazing a trail of his own? And what if an artist’s roots are so syn- onymous with American rock ‘n roll that any new trail blazed has to ride that razor fine line between reverence and innovation? If you ask Devon Allman and , Real Estate it’s just not that complicated. Devon, whose High-end history in Old Town at father was the late , and Duane, COURTESY PHOTO 711 Elizabeth St. A18 X SEE BAND, A12 X The Allman Betts Band. A2 WEEK OF OCTOBER 24-30, 2019 www.FloridaWeekly.com FLORIDA WEEKLY KEY WEST OFF OFF DUVAL Editor Laura Richardson The most traveled and visible street westislandbooks.com. This decades- [email protected] in Key West is only the beginning, the old boutique bookstore offers a surpris- surface, of what the town has to offer. ingly varied wealth of current and used Publisher Ask locals about their favorite spots or titles, from bestsellers to rare titles. stroll through quiet neighborhoods and Often open late, it’s an inviting place to Niall Geoghegan down alleyways off Duval, and you’ll browse the crowded stacks. [email protected] begin to dive deeper into the quieter, more diverse and less readily appar- La Rubia Panama Hats, 510 Flem- Reporters ent offerings. Here are eight spots you ing St. and 291 Front St., 305-296- might not see at first glance. 6059; www.larubiakeywest.com. Kevin Assam This is the Florida Keys’ only importer Jennifer Potter Better than Sex, 926 Simonton of authentic Panama hats. The owner Presentation Editor St. 305-296-8102; www.betterthan- developed the boutiques to help perpet- sexkeywest.com. A great place for uate the centuries-old tradition of hand Eric Raddatz couples. Swing by this dessert-only, COURTESY PHOTO weaving hats (which come from Ecua- [email protected] adults-only restaurant late in the eve- La Rubia Panama Hats is the Florida Keys’ dor, not Panama, by the way). Styles for ning. Indulge your senses with choco- only importer of authentic Panama hats. both men and women come in a wide late-dipped wine glasses and cheeky, array of shapes, colors and weaves all Production Manager homemade desserts and beverages such Cuban Coffee Queen, 284 Marga- the way up to the coveted Montecristi. Alisa Bowman as an Ephemere Apple Spiced Ale in a ret St. 305-292-4747; www.cubancof- There is also a nice selection of other [email protected] tall beer glass with a signature caramel feequeen.com. The strong Cuban cof- fair trade wearable items. rim-job. Lick it good. fee at this hole in the wall is also rich Graphic Designers in Key West heritage. A café con leche Little Pearl, 632 Olivia St. 305-204- Chris Andruskiewicz • Emma Campos Mellow Café and Gastro Pub, 1605 paired with a classic Cuban sandwich or 4762; www.littlepearlkeywest.com. Roosevelt Blvd. 305-745-3874; www. some Havana rice and beans will keep Nestled in the heart of Old Town Key Paul Heinrich • Scott Sleeper mellowventureskeywesst.com. Near you going long into a Key West night. West and away from the bustling down- Circulation Manager the water in Old Town Key West, the town streets, this is an excellent spot for café is open for breakfast, lunch and Firefly, 223 Petronia St. 305-849- fresh local catch and innovative cuisine Tara Rosheim dinner and offers unique island fare 0104; www.fireflykeywest.com. with a tropical twist. It’s new, and it’s [email protected] with a mellow atmosphere to match. Being that Key West is home to the hot. Reservations are required. The menu items are crafted with fresh, southernmost point of the continental Operations Manager locally sourced ingredients and include United States, it’s fitting that the island Nancy Forrester’s Secret Garden, Kelli Carico a fresh catch, Havana roasted pork, is also home to a Southern-inspired res- 518 Elizabeth St. 305-294-0015; www. romaine leaf plates and caramelized taurant. Firefly’s plantation-style look nancyforrester.com. Ms. Forrester has banana chocolate tacos. Drink options and its menu give it the most down- a secret, and it’s not her garden, per Published by include a large selection of craft beers, home feel of any culinary experience on se: It’s what she keeps there. The long- Florida Media Group LLC 11 rotating tap beers, wine, house- the island. The shrimp and grits, fried time environmentalist has been caring 100 Grinnell Street • Key West, FL 33040 made sangria and champagne cocktails. chicken and bacon-wrapped meatloaf for orphaned parrots for more than 30 305.363.1310 There’s a great happy hour from 5-7 are a few fan favorites. years. She welcomes visitors to meet p.m. daily, and delivery is available. them, take pictures, hold them and lis- Key West Island Bookstore, 513 ten as she shares her knowledge about Copyright: Thewww.FloridaWeekly.com contents of thedaWeekly.com Florida Weekly are copyright 2019 by Florida Media Group, LLC. No portion may be reproduced without Fleming St. 305-294-2904; www.Key- her fine feathered friends. ■ the express written consent of Florida Media Group, LLC.

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1. Southernmost Point 5. Truman Little White House 8. Mel Fisher Maritime Museum 11. Audubon House and Garden The corner of South and 111 Front St. 200 Greene St. 205 Whitehead St. Whitehead streets www.trumanlittlewhitehouse.com 305-294-2633 305-294-2116 www.Audubonhouse.com www.southernmostpointwebcam.com The Little White House adds a presi- www.melfisher.org The city of Key West erected this con- Original lithographs by John James dential luster to the Conch Republic. Orig- Exhibits include treasures from the crete buoy in 1983 to denote the south- Audubon are on display in this former Spanish galleons of 1622 discovered by ernmost point in the continential United inally built for Naval officers in 1890 and home of shipwreck salvager Capt. John States. used as a command headquarters in three Mel Fisher and his crew. Geiger. wars, the Little White House later served 9. Mile Marker 0 Sign 2. Conch Tour Train as lodging for President Harry S. Tru- 12. Key West City Cemetery 303 Front St. 490 Whitehead St. (corner Bordered by Angela, Frances and man’s winter retreats from 1946 to 1952. 305-294-5161 or 888-916-8687 of Fleming Street) Olivia streets and Windsor Lane 305-292-6718 www.conchtourtrain.com 6. The Ernest Hemingway U.S. 1 begins here in Key West and The iconic train has been winding its continues 2,369 miles north up the East www.historicfloridakeys.org Home & Museum way through the streets of Key West Coast before ending in Fort Kent, Me. Stop by the sexton’s office near the 907 Whitehead St. since 1958. Stop here to commemorate your visit to entrance at Passover and Windsor lanes 305-294-1136 and pick up a map that includes a free Key West with a photo next to the iconic 3. Sloppy Joe’s www.hemingwayhome.com walking tour. Mile Marker 0 sign. 201 Duval St. Take the tour and say hello to one of 305-294-5717 13. Fort Zachary Taylor the 40-50 six-toed cats, all descendants of www.sloppyjoes.com 10. Key West Express Ferry State Park and Beach A Key West tradition since 1933, this Hemingway’s cat, Snowball. Terminal At the ocean end of Southard Street bar’s famous patrons include Ernest Hem- 100 Grinnell St. and bordering the Naval Reservation. 7. The Key West Butterfly mingway and rum runner Habana Joe. 239-463-5733 305-295-0037 & Nature Conservatory www.Keywestexpress.net www.Fortzacharytaylor.com 4. Mallory Square Sunset 1316 Duval St. Traveling via the Express is truly the “Fort Zach” is known to locals and Celebration 305-296-2988 or 800-839-4647 best way to get between Key West, Fort tourists alike as one of Key West’s best 1 Whitehead St. www.keywestbutterfly.com Myers Beach or Marco Island. You’ll beaches. In addition to the expansive 786-565-7448 beach, the 54-acre park has nature trails, More than 50 butterfly species from enjoy air-conditioned interiors, exteri- www.sunsetcelebration.org bike paths, picnic tables and grills and around the world and 20 exotic bird spe- This nightly festival begins at water’s or sun decks, couches, tables and even Historic Fort Zachary Taylor. Enjoy the edge an hour or two before sunset and cies coexist in this climate-controlled, reclining airline-style seating. There’s a beautiful view of the Atlantic Ocean and includes street performers, local artisans, glass-enclosed habitat that includes full-service galley, full-service bar and the Key West Shipping Channel. ■ food carts, palmists and psychics. waterfalls, flowering plants and trees. flat-screen TVs with satellite television. KEY WEST The Stoned Crab

STONE CRAB SEASON NOW OPEN! i About the Restaurant There is nothing like The Stoned Crab in Key West. Colorful bayside atmosphere paired with what visitors want to eat when they take an island vacation: FRESH LOCAL SEAFOOD. Not only is it what visitors want, it’s what locals appreciate. This is a restaurant that supports local commercial fishermen by purchasing directly from them through the Three Hands Fish Market located adjacent to The Stoned Crab on the same resort grounds of Ibis Bay. Their impeccably fresh and succulent namesake menu item, stone crab, is available warm or chilled. And if you’ve never had hot steamed stone crab, you’re missing out. Guests are also wowed by the Seafood Towers that arrive at their tables upon request… tiers of mixed seafood items ranging from raw oysters on the half shell to calamari to crab are perfect for sharing. The Stoned Crab swears by and carries out the concept of “dock to dish” and it’s seafood is Certified Local. Owner Chris Holland is proud to implement this key principal which not only benefits the local fishing industry but also provides the absolute best quality seafood to his customers. hFeatured Dish SEAFOOD PAELLA FOR TWO OR FOUR Includes shrimp, mussels, clams, squid, smoked Spanish sausage and chicken. Requires 30 minutes.

SHARK FEEDING DAILY A LOCAL’S REVIEW... on the restaurant dock at 1:00pm, 5:00pm & 8:00pm We had an amazing dinner at the Stoned crab restaurant within the Ibis Bay resort. Set on the water with tiki torches and a locally caught seafood menu, the restaurant introduces your food by not only telling you where your catch comes from (our own backyard) but who caught it too, genius.

i Trudy Bowden GM at The Orchid Key Inn and Almond Tree Inn

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Alonzo’s Square Grouper Bar and Grill 700 Front St. and My New Joint 4-6:30 p.m. 22658 Overseas Highway, Half-price appetizers Cudjoe Key www.alonzoysterbar.com Square Grouper Tuesday-Saturday Aqua Lunch specials and $7 well drinks 711 Duval St. My New Joint 2-6 p.m. 4:30-6:30 p.m. $5 well drinks, $3.75 domestic beers 25% off bottled/canned beer, $1 off www.aquakeywest.com draft beer and wine by the glass $6 cocktail specials daily Bagatelle www.Squaregroupbarandgrill.com 115 Duval St. www.Mynewjoint420lounge.com 4-6 p.m. Half-price drinks Sunset Pier $5 appetizers 0 Duval St. www.Bagatellekeywest.com 3-6 p.m. Half Shell Raw Bar Pepe’s $4 draft beer, $5 glasses of wine and well drinks, $8 frozen drinks Blackfin 231 Margaret St. 806 Caroline St. 918 Duval St. 4:30-6:30 p.m. 4-6 p.m. 4:30-6:30 p.m. 2-for-1 drink specials Half-price raw and baked oysters Sunset Tiki Bar at $7 menu www.Halfshellrawbar.com $6 fresh-squeezed margaritas the Galleon Resort www.blackfinbistro.com Discounted well drinks, beer and wine 617 Front St. www.Pepeskeywest.com 10 a.m.-noon (except Sundays) Hard Rock Café 2-for-1 bloody marys Blue Macaw Island Eats and Bar 313 Duval St. The Perry Hotel 4-7 p.m. daily 804 Whitehead St. 5-7 p.m. and 10 p.m. to closing 2-for-1 margaritas or well drinks Every day with live music Half-price appetizers and drinks 7001 Shrimp Road Stock Island www.Galleonresort.com 4-7 p.m. www.hardrockcafe/keywest $3 well drinks, domestic beers and Salty Oyster Dockside Bar & Grill house wines Hogfish Bar and Grill 4-6 p.m. daily Tattoos and Scars www.Bluemacawkeywest.com 6810 Front St. Half off premium drinks, houe wine, 512 Greene St. 4-6 p.m. drafts, daily food specials Stella on draft $4 all day Boathouse Bar and Grill Drink specials, happy hour menu www.Tattoosandscarssaloon.com 400 Greene St., #408 www.Hogfishbar.com Matt’s Stock Island Kitchen & Bar 4-6 p.m. 6-8 p.m. daily Tiki House Half-price well drinks and beers Island Dogs Bar $3 specialty drafts, $5 cocktails 430 Greene St. www.Boathousebarandgrill.com 505 Front St. 50% off signature wine 4-6 p.m. 4-6:30 p.m. Monday-Friday $3 oysters, $5 appetizers and crudo 2-for-1 wells, drafts and zombies Bobby’s Monkey Bar Half-price well drinks, bottled beer www.perrykeywest.com www.tikihousekw.com 900 Simonton St. and wine by the glass, $5.95 menu Noon-8 p.m. www.Islanddogsbar.com Pinchers Crab Shack $3 well drinks, $2.50 domestic beers Turtle Kraals 712 Duval St. $3 imports, 231 Margaret St. Lucy’s Retired Surfer Bar 3-6 p.m. 4:30-6:30 p.m. $2 Pringles and $2 Slim Jims 99 cent oysters, clams, shrimp, wings 305-294-2655 and Restaurant Half off bottled beers, well drinks 221 Duval St. www.Pinchersusa.com and house wines 4-7 p.m. www.Turtlekraals.com BottleCap Lounge Half-off appetizers, $3 well drinks, The Roost 1128 Simonton St. draft beer and house wine 508 Fleming St. Vinos on Duval 4-7 p.m. www.Keywest.lucysretired 3-6 p.m. Discounted beer, wine, well drinks surfers.com $10 Stoli Elite martinis 810 Duval St. www.bottlecapkeywest.com 305-294-2600 4-7 p.m., $5 sangria Sundays, $5 mimosas Marriott Beachside Roostica Pizzeria www.Vinosonduval.com Conch Republic Seafood 3841 N. Roosevelt Blvd. 631 Greene St. 5620 MacDonald Ave. Pool Bar 4-7 p.m. 4-6 p.m. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4-6 p.m. daily Viva Saloon 2-for-1 drink specials Drink specials and special happy 2-for-1 drink specials hour menu 903 Duval St. www.Conchrepublicseafood.com www.Roostica.com 4-6 p.m. Tavern ‘N Town $3 well drinks, $1 off all beer and Dante’s Breakfast happy hour 8-11 a.m. daily house wine, $5 appetizers 2-for-1 bloody marys, mimosas, Sand Bar Sports Grill www.Vivakeywest.com 951 Caroline St. 511 Greene St. Monday-Friday, 4-8 p.m. screw drivers 5-7 and 9-11 p.m. 2-for-1 drink specials Check the website for daily specials Half off domestic beers and well drinks Sandbarkeywest.com The Waterfront Brewery $3.50 Jagermeister and Fireball www.tavernntown.com www.Sand Bar Sports Grill 201 William St. $4 Jameson Key West 4-6:30 p.m. daily www.Danteskeywest.com Martin’s on Facebook All Waterfront Brewery beer 917 Duval St. and wines by the glass half off Geiger Key Marina 4-6 p.m. Santiago’s Bodega www.thewaterfrontbrewery.com 5 Geiger Road Half-price drinks and tapas 207 Petronia St. 4-6 p.m. www.Martinskeywest.com 3-6 p.m. Drink specials and special happy Half-price drinks Willie T’s Restaurant and Bar $5 tapas 525 Duval St. hour menu Mary Ellen’s Bar www.Santiagosbodega.com 4-7 p.m., daily drink specials www.Geigerkeymarina.com 420 Appelrouth Lane www.Williets.com 3-6 p.m. Green Parrot Bar 2-for-1 wells and drafts, $5 Jameson, Sidebar at Aqua 504 Angela St. 601 Whitehead St. $5 Titos Yellowfin Bar and Grill 4-8 p.m. 4-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday www.maryellensbar.com $5 well drinks, $3.75 domestic beers Oceans Edge Resort and Marina 4-5:30 p.m. Friday 9 p.m.-late, Mon.-Wed. drink specials 5950 Peninsular Ave. Discounts on selected drinks Mellow Ventures Café www.sidebarkeywest.com 4:30-6:30 p.m., appetizer specials and beers and Gastropub $1 off beer and wine, $2 off specialty www.Greenparrot.com 1605 North Roosevelt Blvd. Smokin’ Tuna Saloon cocktails, $6 well drinks www.oceansedgekeywest.com ■ 5-7 p.m. 4 Charles St. The Grand Half-off starters; 2-for-1 draft beer, 3-6 p.m. 314 Duval St. Daily drink specials and 2-4-1 wine, sangria and mimosas premium well drinks 5-6 p.m. www.mellowventureskeywest.com Half-price appetizers, wine, www.smokintunasaloon.com cocktails and beer www.grandcafekeywest.com Old Town Mexican Café Southernmost Beach Café 609 Duval St. 1405 Duval St. 4-7 p.m. Sunday-Thursday Green Pineapple Half-price appetizers $5 small bites bar menu, 1130 Duval St. Half-price beer, wine and well drinks $5 draft beer, house wine, well 5-7 p.m. www.oldtownmexicancafe.com drinks and house margaritas 2-for-1 wine; 20% off bottles of wine www.Southernmostbeachcafe.com www.greenpineapplewellness.com FLORIDA WEEKLY KEY WEST www.FloridaWeekly.com WEEK OF OCTOBER 24-30, 2019 A7 KEY WEST SNAPS Mystick Krewe Ugly Jacket Party Photos by Larry Blackburn

The 2019 fourth annual Ugly Jacket Party, hosted by the Mystick Krewe of Key West at the Key West Yacht Club, proved to be another night to remember, as every imaginable interpretation of ugly and exotic got into the dancing and prancing. True to its mission of partying with a purpose, the Mystick Krewe raised over $10,000 for the Key West Wildlife Center.

Finale of Aqua Idol for King & Queen of Fantasy Fest Courtesy photos

Over the course of eight weeks, eight singers took the stage to sing on behalf of the candidates for King and Queen of Fantasy Fest — Shawn Montgomery and Saian Dashanimaev for Valerie Edgington; Destiny Montgomery and Luke Fox for Kevin “Woody” Wood; John Hadfield and Stephanie Wise for Karen Frank-Noll; and Joe Tripp and Donavan Pavlicek for Ryan Acker. Destiny Montgomery took home the top prize for money raised, with all of the singers raising over $17,000 for A.H. Monroe.

BOUTIQUE AT THE PERRY HOTEL "1/+1 U č U7 U9"čU-*č BOUTIQUE FEATURING DAILY HAPPY HOUR 5PM TO 7PM CREATIVE ARTISTRY & STYLE 2 FOR 1 ORGANIC WINES BY THE GLASS Location: The Perry Hotel 305.509.7378 Location: the Green Pineapple 7001 Shrimp Road, Stock Island, FL 33040 www.greenpineapplewellness.com 1130 Duval Street, Key West, Fl 33040 A8 WEEK OF OCTOBER 24-30, 2019 www.FloridaWeekly.com FLORIDA WEEKLY KEY WEST KEY WEST CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Thursday, 7-10 p.m. Bourbon St. Pub SPECIAL EVENTS 1605 North Roosevelt Blvd. 724 Duval St. APPEARING AT THE STORE www.mellowkw.com • Just Jeff (Moss), The White Rabbit’s Wednesday-Sunday, 8-10 p.m. Smokin’ Tuna 4 MONDAY | 6PM TO 8PM Wonderland: A Burlesque • The Men of Bourbon, nightly NOV Parody 4 Charles St. www.BourbonStpub.com Join us for our kick-off event Oct. 24-25, doors at 7:30 p.m., show at Live music nightly of the season with bestselling author 8 p.m. Check the schedule at 801 Bourbon Bar Meg Cabot. Cabot will be at the store Key West Theater www.smokingtunasaloon.com 801 Duval St. on Monday, November 4th, at 6pm, 512 Eaton St. • Drag Shows, nightly, 9 and 11 p.m. Sloppy Joe’s • Happy Hour Drag, 5 p.m. Saturday for a reading & book signing www.thekeywesttheater.com 201 Duval St. of her new novel. • Drag Karaoke, 4 p.m. Sunday “The Hangover” Live music nightly • Messy Mondays with Mulysa, Oct. 27, 1 p.m. Check the schedule at 1 a.m. Monday MEG CABOT Tropic Cinema www.sloppyjoes.com • Fierce and Fabulous/Dragalicious, NO JUDGEMENTS 416 Eaton St. 1 a.m. Wednesday www.tropiccinema.com PHOTOGRAPHY www.801bourbon.com The Allman Betts Band Sidebar at Aqua w/ JD Simo Fine Photography by 504 Angela St. Oct. 28, doors open at 5:30 p.m., show Alan S. Maltz House Music Saturday Nights, at 7 p.m. Ongoing Saturday, 9 p.m. – 4 a.m. Sunset Green Event Lawn Alan S. Maltz Gallery www.sidebarkeywest.com 3820 N. Roosevelt Blvd. 1210 Duval St. www.thekeywesttheater.com www.alanmaltz.com La Te Da 305-294-0005 1125 Duval St. Haunted Halloween: “Psycho” • Christopher Peterson, Oct. 29, UPCOMING EVENTS Oct. 28, 8 p.m. Photographs by 9 p.m. Tropic Cinema Jorge de la Torriente • 3Sum, Oct. 24-27, 8:30 p.m. 12 ROSALIND BRACKENBURY 416 Eaton St. Ongoing NOV • Ronnie Lovely, Oct. 28, 8:30 p.m. WITHOUT HER www.tropiccinema.com De La Gallery • The Fabulous Spectrelles, 419 Duval St. DANI SHAPIRO Catamaran Concerts presents Oct. 29-30, 8:30 p.m. 20 www.delagallery.com • Tea Dance, 4-6:30 p.m. Sunday NOV INHERITANCE “Girls Just Wanna Have Rum” 305-395-2210 Oct. 30, noon-3 p.m. www.Lateda.com 25 STEPHEN CHBOSKY San Carlos Institute NOV IMAGINARY FRIEND 516 Duval St. AROUND KEY WEST www.eventbrite.com Haunted Halloween: Truman Waterfront Market “Beetlejuice” Thursday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Truman Waterfront 533 Eaton St. (Corner of Simonton & Eaton Sts.) Oct. 30, 8 p.m. Key West, FL 33040 Tropic Cinema 35 E. Quay Road 305-320-0208 416 Eaton St. Sip & Shop Saturday www.booksandbookskw.com www.tropiccinema.com Saturday, all day Comedy Key West presents The Green Pineapple Madhouse CINEMA 1130 Duval St. Oct. 30, doors open at 7:30 p.m., show www.greenpineapplewellness.com at 8:30 p.m. Tropic Cinema Local Farm Stand Bottlecap 416 Eaton St. Wednesday, 5 to 7 p.m. 1128 Simonton St. www.tropiccinema.com Mellow Café and Gastropub www.comedykeywest.com Check the website for ongoing films 1605 North Roosevelt Blvd. Regal Cinema Ghost Tours and Ghost Hunts 3338 N. Roosevelt Blvd. Nightly www.regmovies.com 301 Whitehead St. and 1102 Duval St. Check the website for ongoing films 305-395-1435 www.hauntedkeywest.com ■ LGBT Proudly Independent. Aqua Nightclub Uniquely Key West. 711 Duval St. • Drag shows, nightly at 7 and 9 p.m. Now Showing: MUSIC • Karaoke, Monday through Judy Thursday, 11 p.m. www.Aquakeywest.com PG-13, 118 minutes Green Parrot Bar Cast: 601 Whitehead St. Bobby’s Monkey Bar Renée Zellweger, Live music nightly 900 Simonton St. Jessie Buckley, Check the schedule at Karaoke, nightly, 9:30 p.m. www.greenparrot.com Bobby’s Monkey Bar on Facebook Finn Wirock Irish Kevin’s 211 Duval St. Live music nightly Check the schedule at Event: www.irishkevins.com The Hangover Margaritaville October 27, 2019 500 Duval St. 1:00pm Live music Tuesday-Sunday, 8 p.m. Check the schedule at www.margaritavillekeywest.com Mary Ellen’s 420 Appelrouth Lane • Comedy Key West Drunken Spelling Bee, First Monday of each month, 9 p.m. • Trivia, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. • SIN Night (Service Industry Night), Wednesdays 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. Mellow Café and Gastropub Go to tropiccinema.com for full event schedule! Bike nights, live music 416 Eaton Street, Key West Ride your bike and get half off Catamaran Concerts presents “Girls Just Wanna Have Rum”. You won’t want to miss this all- 905-396-4944 your meal female Trop Rock show hosted by Coley McCabe Shepherd, Oct. 30, noon-3 p.m., San Carlos Institute, 516 Duval St., www.eventbrite.com. FLORIDA WEEKLY KEY WEST www.FloridaWeekly.com WEEK OF OCTOBER 24-30, 2019 A9 KEY WEST CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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talizing 1960s Pool Party, presented by Blue Chair Bay Rum and hosted by the Marker Resort (200 William St.). Give in to nostalgia for a time when The Beatles were scandalous (and keep that in mind while you’re surveying the crowd to see how far we’ve come in our definition of shocking behavior) while floating in one of the Marker’s pristine palm-lined swimming pools. The boogie starts at 1 p.m., which, if you’ve done Tutu Tuesday right, should be just about when you wake up. After you’ve had your fill of Pink Squirrels and danced your hangover off to the rocking tunes of local celeb- rity band Patrick and the Swayzees, make your way over to the Key West Amphitheater at the Truman Water- front Park (21 E. Quay Road) to watch the Pet Masquerade, one of only a few family-friendly events, and certainly the only party where the pets will be wearing more clothing than the humans back on Duval Street. It’s a goofy, light-hearted event that never fails to entertain, after which your eve- ning plans get complicated. Do you slip back in time to the ’60s at Schooner Wharf Bar’s Wharf- stock (202 William St.), where your IN TUNE BUT peace beads and tie-dye will be totally groovy, man? Or do you go sip under- OFF KEY the-sea-themed Shark Attacks at the Blue Party, hosted by Lucy’s Retired Surfer’s Bar (221 Duval St.)? Or per- haps you’re craving something with a little more color, in which case the eighth annual Luv2Glow Party at Mary PART Ellen’s Bar (420 Appelrouth Lane) is sure to satisfy your need for a black-lit place to get freaky on the dance floor amidst a set of sexy, neon-hued glo-go dancers. (If you’re not sure about all that Ending Fantasy Fest with a bang glow paint, keep in mind that black lights make your teeth look really white.) For color of a different hue, hit Fogarty’s (227 BY LAURA RICHARDSON as early as March. But for many locals, er strut down Duval Street wearing not Duval St.) infamous Red Party, where DJ laura.richardson@fl oridaweekly.com there’s a mad dash to the Halloween store much more than a pair of precariously Jimmy Jamz will keep you dancing all or a frantic text sent to a few friends in placed pasties has really put our little night long. F YOU’RE READING THIS WITHOUT the hours leading up to the annual Fri- ten-day festival on the “Bucket List Expe- The later the hour, the closer you get a crushing headache, color day night parade, when everyone you rience” map. to the adult-themed parties that have us impressed. You’ve made it know, their brother, their brother’s ex- This year, attendance is estimated to made Fantasy Fest famous. There are two through the first half of Fan- girlfriend, their brother’s ex-girlfriend’s approximate 100,000 costumed bodies. parties on Wednesday that give a whole tasy Fest. Most likely, you’re a aunt and a gaggle of Montessori moms And while those ten days certainly don’t new meaning to the phrase “Venerean little bruised, a little battered dressed like sexy Wizard of Oz charac- start out slow (there are about five par- mirth”: the ABC party at Sandbar Sports I and more than a little hun- ters (and yes, sexy flying monkeys are ties a day starting Oct. 18), the festival Grill (511 Greene St.), featuring Hooters gover from a week of late night among them) crawl toward Duval Street. really finds its groove around Wednes- Super Model Jessie Teschker and a dress partying fueled by Five Hour Yes, living in Key West might be stressful day, Oct. 23, with the Rock and Roll Revi- code that prohibits clothes but accepts Energy and shots of Fireball. at times, but getting a text that says, “SOS So far, you’ve zombified yourself and – CAN I BORROW YOUR FREDDIE ridden your bike perilously down South MERCURY MUSTACHE AND GOLD Roosevelt, you’ve donned your tutu for LAMÈ ONESIE?” on Friday afternoon the Magic Tutu Party and you may have lends a certain kind of levity to the most even tied a cape around your neck and dragging of work days. run a 5K (in which case you are truly Whether you’ve arrived bearing lug- a superhero and I salute you and your gage leaden down with spandex uni- physical fitness). If you’ve gotten to this tards and platform boots, or you’re point relatively unscathed, chances are googling “last minute Fantasy Fest cos- you’ve been pacing yourself because you tume” (which, by the way, is really, really know that the best is yet to come. NSFW), the truth is that you don’t need The wise among you have already much to have fun at this year’s festival … combed through your extensive costume just an open mind, a fortified liver and a collection and supplemented it accord- tolerance for weird and wonderful sights. ingly for this year’s People’s Parade (to For those crazy dreamers who began clarify: that’s the local’s name for Friday Fantasy Fest in 1979 as a way to stimu- night’s walking parade. Technically, the late the flailing tourism economy that People’s Parade, or Locals’ Parade, is plagued Key West in October, getting called the Masquerade March; feel free even a few extra hotel beds booked to use the latter if alliteration turns you would have meant their project was on). a success. Surely, no one could have It’s true that many out-of-town Fan- imagined that the event would grow to tasy Fest enthusiasts start prepping their become the most profitable and infa- outfits months in advance, while the mous event of the year. In a town that festival’s most dedicated attendees start likes to think it had already cornered COURTESY PHOTO getting targeted Search Engine Optimi- the market on abnormality long before Sloppy Joe’s annual toga party is a sure bet for Thursday night festivities. zation ads for corsets and rainbow wigs 1979, seeing someone’s dear grandmoth- FLORIDA WEEKLY KEY WEST www.FloridaWeekly.com WEEK OF OCTOBER 24-30, 2019 A11 anything else. And you don’t need us to tell you that, if you’re trying to decide whether to take your kids to this or the Pet Masquerade, you should probably choose the latter. You can also try your luck in the Dungeon of Dark Secrets, which for- mally requests that you embrace your fantasies while wearing your choice of risqué, non-breathable fabrics (a mystery to those of us who sweat at the mere mention of humidity): leather, latex, PVC, Levis, etc. Legendary drag bar 801 Bourbon (801 Duval St.) is hosting the evening, so expect to see the cutest go-go dancers on the island in their tightest tip-encouraging skivvies (not that kind of tip, get your mind out of the gutter). If you’ve made it to Thursday, pat yourself on the back and check in with the little angel and devil perched on your shoulders — they’ll advise you on what to wear to the Dante’s Halos & Horns Pool Party at Dante’s Restaurant & Raw Bar (951 Caroline St.). Beginning at noon, the party promises free body painting, live music, giveaways, food and drink specials, and a special elevated stage in the middle of the pool (let that sink in) for showing off your best hungover dance moves. Now in its 13th year, this event is totally wild and will leave you soaking wet (it’s a pool party, so bring COURTESY PHOTOS your bathing suit and leave your shame Make sure to secure a spot on Duval Street to watch Saturday night’s parade down Key West’s main drag. at home). Oh, there’s also pole dancing contest, because why the hell not? Later that evening, you’d be lucky to score entrance to one of the earliest events to sell out each year: the 37th annual Headdress Ball presented by Stoli Vodka. Hosted by the Key West Business Guild (the first gay-centered guild in the nation) the event is heralded as the pre- miere gay and lesbian party of the year. With a $3,000 cash prize, the costumes for this party are definitely not of the last-minute kind; this is a professional- Dress up your furry friend and hit the Pet level, show-stopping competition that Masquerade on Wednesday. begins and ends with a dance party, with lines around the block of hopeful lookie- where you’ll follow the White Rabbit of loos desperate to catch a glimpse of “Alice in Wonderland” fame around the one of the winner’s towering creations. risqué world of burlesque wonderland. And the venue, the Key West Amphithe- It might be the most naughty party ater at the Truman Waterfront, allows of the whole week (and that is saying a lot), but the Exposed Party hosted by early arrivers to enjoy the nearby street Fantasy Fest offers many parties and opportunities to indulge your costuming creativity. vendors and haunted floating veteran’s Bourbon St. Pub’s Adult Entertainment museum, the USCGC Ingham. Complex (724 Duval St.) is worth a trip, self. Those with an affinity for glitter and got a chance to attend the last risqué par- If you find yourself without a ticket to if only for the people watching. A true glow-in-the-dark paint will love the Glit- ties of the week: the Dirty Doctors and the headdress ball, don’t freak out — just Bare What You Dare dress code means ter and Glow Party at Sidebar (504 Ange- Naughty Nurses Party at the Key West borrow a sheet from your hotel room and full nudity throughout, plus activities la St.) — the theme is self-explanatory, so Theater and the Surfers and Sirens Party practice your best Belushi (the Animal like naked swimming, naked hot-tubbing, let your artsy-craftsy side go wild. at the Breakfast Club, Too (610 Greene House chanting part, not the speedball naked foam pit-frolicking, exotic dancers If you look best in nothing at all, St.). Then GO TO BED because you have overdose part) as you attend Sloppy and a truly impressive spectrum of por- first: congratulations, and second: get to be up in time for the Fat Lady Sings Joe’s 40th annual Toga Party (201 Duval nography. And glow sticks! It’s the little thee to the 19th annual Living Art Expo Tea Dance at La Te Da (1125 Duval St.), St.). Gift card giveaways to the best toga things, kids. presented by Brown Sugar Bourbon at which begins at 4 p.m. on Sunday and begin at 8 p.m., with proceeds to benefit Friday means the aforementioned Sunset Pier (0 Duval St.), where beau- serves as the last official event of Fantasy local charity A.H. of Monroe County. Masquerade March/People’s Parade/ tiful human bodies serve as canvases Fest 2019. Choose a classic all-white sheet if you Locals’ Parade, but also the complete for artists vying for $3,000 in cash and Sunday also happens to be Children’s want to knock out two parties with one surrender of Duval Street to crowds of prizes. Into watching sexy ladies (and Day (and yes, this is an actual children’s set of linens, since Rick’s fourth annual half-clothed exhibitionists brave enough dudes who look like sexy ladies) do day, so put on some clothes for heaven’s White Party (202 Duval St.) is just across to venture out in the daylight to enjoy the sexy things? You’ll want to play games sake or risk jail time) with arts and the street. DJs spread throughout the mile-long street fair and dance party that with Lady Lethe at the Kinky Couples crafts, rides, games and snacks happen- complex’s eight bars will be spinning a starts at noon. The afternoon is a fairly Party at 801 Bourbon Bar, where the ing at Bayview Park from noon until 5 variety of musical styles all night. Expect quiet one, unless you have a Y chromo- Lady herself will stun you with her p.m. The event’s only adult entertain- live music from the DurtBags, exotic some, which will gain you entry into titillating, jaw-dropping performances. ment consists of standing alongside local dancers and a “color splatter room” lit the exclusive Bowties & Birthday Suits The show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets sleep-deprived parents rubbing the last with black lights — think Jackson Pollock party at the Island House (1129 Fleming can (and should) be purchased ahead remnants of glitter out of their hair meets bachelor party. St.). This dudes-only dance party boasts of time. and wondering how they’re going to get Do-gooders with a thirst for competi- a 24-hour clothing optional poolside Saturday means resting up for the through next week without falling asleep tion as well as booze should put on their bar and café. open at noon, evening’s parade, but you can venture in public. best pink clothing or body paint and try and will be guarded by bouncers who out early and enjoy the nonstop party Or, if you’re headed home, remember: their luck at $850 worth of bar tab prizes aren’t kidding when they say, “No Girls on Duval Street if you have the energy. there’s a fully stocked bar in the depar- at the Fat Tuesday Pink Party (305 Duval Allowed.” Then, at 7 p.m., join about 60,000 parade- tures lounge of the Key West Interna- St.), where a portion of the evening’s The rest of you will have plenty of watchers at this year’s official In Tune tional Airport. And yes, the airport still proceeds will go to the American Cancer time to line up at the Frances Street But Off Key Bud Light Fantasy Fest counts as Fantasy Fest territory, meaning Society – Making Strides Against Breast cemetery entrance by 5 p.m. for the walk- Parade. Stake out your spot early or risk it’s totally acceptable to down a couple Cancer of the Florida Keys. ing parade, after which your options for standing in back of someone wearing too rum runners before your 11 a.m. flight Traditionalists may prefer to compete evening attire get weird. If you look good few articles of clothing to be standing back to Montana, or whatever snow- for the $700 Hugh Hefner and Marilyn in a ruffled shirt and can work a mean so close. Floats of all sizes and budgets covered, landlocked landscape you flew Monroe look-alike contest at the Pajama eye patch, go out for the $1,500 in cash will crawl slowly down Duval Street, in from. As for those of us who are insane and Lingerie Party at The Dirty Pig (320 prizes at Turtle Kraals’ 13th annual Pirate accompanied by street dancers, march- enough to call this island home, we’ll be Grinnell St.), where if you close your Bash (231 Margaret St.). The doors open ing bands and coordinated troupes of spending Sunday in full recovery mode, eyes (and throw back enough booze) you at 7 p.m. and there’s plenty of booty for all kinds who will happily pelt you with tucking away stacks of tutus and slightly might think you’re partying at the man- the plundering, if you’re into that sort of beads. worse-for-wear wigs, and swearing in sion. Or you can trade the Playboy Man- thing. If you look good standing next to Stay alert, or get up high by booking a unison that next year, we’re only going to sion for Wonderland at The White Rab- Ron Jeremy (let’s be honest, who doesn’t ticket to one of the many private balcony one or two events — hand on glow paint- bit’s Wonderland: A Burlesque Parody at this point?), the Pimpin’ Ain’t Easy parties on www.keystix.com. After the covered heart. ■ at the Key West Theater (512 Eaton St.), party at Cowboy Bill’s (618 Duval St.) is parade (if you’re still standing) you’ve your only chance to meet the man him- A12 WEEK OF OCTOBER 24-30, 2019 www.FloridaWeekly.com FLORIDA WEEKLY KEY WEST

COURTESY PHOTO The Allman Betts Band will play at the Sunset Green Event Lawn on Monday, Oct. 28.

DA: Being friends for 30 years certainly you’re hearing this album, you’re hearing BAND lends itself to a brotherhood that matures the birth of the band. That doesn’t happen over time. As far as having a working rela- very often. Most bands are a band for a From page 1 tionship, that kind of symbiosis can only few years before they sit down to record happen when both parties are freed up and an album, but we were literally birthed in whose father is the guitarist , able to try something together. Duane was the studio. Unfortunately, the keyboardist grew up immersed in the magic of the All- touring with the Dickey Betts Band and he on the record couldn’t join the band full man Brothers Band. And this year, after was also in a band called Dawes and I was time, so we switched him out, but it was an knowing each other for decades and work- on a record label called with a incredible thing to see everything coalesce ing in the music industry separately for deal for me to deliver three solo albums, so right there on the spot. The location cer- about that long, they birthed the Allman while he was touring I was finishing up a tainly affects the vibe, but that’s just icing Betts Band, a joint effort that has already record deal. We always knew we wanted to on the cake. The testament is that these taken on a prestige of its own. do this, but the component in the equation guys are world-class. They could come in The band released its debut album, that precedes the desire is the chemistry. and Duane and I could show them a tune “,” in June. The album, You have to have the chemistry — you and an hour later we could record it. which was recorded live at the legend- can’t fake it. He can be a Betts and I can be ary Muscle Shoals Sound Studios, couples an Allman all day long, I don’t care. It has FWKW: How did you pull together all the familiarity and old school sound of a to gel. It has to be real. I’m not in the busi- the material for Down To The River? Did record made in the ’70s with the modern ness of phoning things in or faking things. you write most of the songs yourselves? songwriting edge of young talents who So when we finally had the opportunity, DA: We started writing the material count The Cure and among we said let’s sit down and write some with our buddy Stoll Vaughn last summer. their musical influences. Fans of classic songs. Let’s see if it’s like pulling teeth or if He had worked with Duane and John Mel- Americana will be thrilled to hear referenc- it’s effortless, and it was effortless and the lencamp previously and we really respect es to The Band, and, of chemistry was real. That exercise there, his songwriting skills. We brought him out course, in many just testing the chemistry, was the impetus on tour and when we had free moments on of the songs, but with a fresh new take. for forming the Allman Betts Band. the bus, backstage and in hotels, we worked Along with Allman and Betts, the band on writing with Stoll and he proved to be includes keyboardist John Ginty, guitarist FWKW: How would you describe your an amazing third point to the triangle. He Johnny Stachela, percussionists John Lum genre to the uninitiated? really kept everything organized — he kept and R. Scott Bryan and bassist Berry Oak- DA: I think we’re an Americana-style our lyrics together and recorded voice ley Jr., who happens to be the son of All- band with teeth. memos on iPhones and he would cheer- man Brothers Band bassist . lead which one had the hand that day. If I As part of their Down to the River tour, FWKW: Between the two of you and had a good guitar riff, he’d push for us to the Allman Betts Band will play at the your performance history, you have so write a vocal melody over it. He was really Sunset Green Event Lawn (3820 N. Roos- many artists to draw from to create your the glue and the guy in the trenches, but it evelt Blvd.) in Key West on Monday, Oct. ensemble. How did you come up with the was collaborative between the three of us. 28. Before the show, Devon Allman gave current Allman Betts lineup? us some insight into the formation of the DA: We’re lucky that we’re veterans of a FWKW: The album has a really classic band and what to expect from the record. music scene nationally that really operates feel to it — especially with elements like in a pretty quaint little neighborhood, so the slide guitar — were you aiming for a Florida Weekly Key West Edition: to speak. Once you kind of go down this specific sound? Coming from such a musical background, road a few times, you kind of align forces DA: When a good director goes in to did you always know you wanted to end up with the cats you know can pull shit off. By make his next film, he probably spends a working in the music industry? virtue of the travels and the miles that you good amount of time just speaking with Devon Allman: Some people might rack up, the list is a pretty taut rendering the people involved about the type of think it’s inevitable because my dad was of who you know that would be perfect film he wants to make. That’s definitely a famous rock star, but I still had to want playing bass for you or playing percussion something we did with these songs that to do it. I’m my own person with my own and we’re very lucky that we know world- I’ve never really done before. Before we dreams and my own goals and I had my class cats. It was not a very hard task to even wrote the first song, we had three or own organic path to music. Music spoke assemble the seven-piece band that we four meetings for an hour or two to discuss to me, it moved me and it touched me. It did. It’s friends that bring their A-game what kind of record we wanted to make. inspired me and once I hit a certain point and are world-class musicians that put the We wanted to make the kind of record that in my life, I wanted to make music — not songs and the material first instead of their makes you feel like it’s the ’70s — that’s just listen to it. actual playing. They play to the needs of where we come from, the era we grew the song and they hold the fort down. up in. So sonically to have those songs FWKW: It’s clear that from a musical reflect that aesthetic, that’s where you standpoint, you and Duane have a ton of FWKW: What was it like recording come in with Muscle Shoals. We recorded chemistry. When did you start playing “Down To The River” at the legendary on 2-inch analog tape with no digital edit- together? What was the genesis of the All- Muscle Shoals Sound Studios? ing. We really made the record how they man Betts Band as a concept? Was it an DA: Recording the album at Muscle made records in the mid-’70s. We’re talk- inevitability that you two would link up at Shoals was actually the first time the ing about 30 years of digital recording in OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY some point? band played these songs together, so when the meantime, but we chose to go for the FLORIDA WEEKLY KEY WEST www.FloridaWeekly.com WEEK OF OCTOBER 24-30, 2019 A13 analog sound.

FWKW: A lot of the songs on the album, like “Good Old Days” and “Long Gone,” sound like they pull from real life — both lyrically and through the plaintive tone of the music. Is there a lot of autobio- graphical material on this album? DA: I think any good artist wants to bare a piece of his soul in his records, but I think the magic is baring your soul in a manner that people can see themselves in that reflection. I don’t give two shits about me or my feelings, what I care about is the audience. I want them to relate to some- thing in a song. And I think if I’m honest in my songwriting, I can achieve that.

FWKW: How has the reception of the album and the tour been so far? DA: So far it’s been wonderful. It’s a balance with what we do, so this side of the equation is the next chapter in the classic rock sound that reflects where we come from. I mean, when you have fans at the end of the show stop you at the tour bus — after they’ve been waiting out there COURTESY PHOTO for 40 minutes because you’re showering After decades of friendship, Duane Betts and Devon Allman collaborated to form the Allman Betts Band. or getting a beer — to shake your hand the set? How does it cozy up to the other So we’re two-thirds of the way through is a good example; he’s a friend of mine. vigorously and say your show made them songs? Do we need a ballad or another writing it and the rabbit hole’s going to go , too. They’re friends, but I believe in rock and roll again, I’m very mid-tempo song? But honestly, it doesn’t much deeper. would put their records on and rock out grateful for that. When that’s the response, get too cerebral. Most of the time it’s like, regardless. As far as anything outside of it’s humbling and it makes you work hard that song reminds me of my youth, maybe FWKW: Lastly, what are you listening our genre, I still try to keep very fresh to keep in their good graces and to keep it’ll remind the audience of theirs, too. to today? and not get crusty on my discovery of them as fans. DA: I recently purchased a box set of new music. Lately it’s been Coltrane, but FWKW: Are there plans for a second John Coltrane called Coltrane ’58, which is I recently relived my teenage angst and FWKW: Of course on the tour you’re Allman Betts Band record? everything he recorded in 1958. It’s an 8- or saw Iron Maiden and revisited their whole going to play covers and even dip into the DA: We’ve already had Stoll come out 10-vinyl set and it’s mind-blowing, so that’s catalogue. I also just saw The Cure again. Allman Brothers catalogue — how do you twice this year. We have 20 songs in the been pretty nonstop on my turntable. I I’ve loved them since I was 13 and they’re decide which songs to cover? can and we’re going to probably chase only listen to vinyl at home. Beyond that, a highly underrated group of musicians. I DA: The first beat out of the gate is down another dozen. There’s not a slacker it’s been a minute or two since I’ve really go through waves, for three or four months pure selfishness — I love this f***ing song in the bunch here — everybody here is discovered anything brand brand new. I’m discovering new shit daily and then six and I want to play it. The second beat of prolific and serious about the craft, so we not one of these kind of crusty f***ers months where I’m just looking back and that is, what can we do to it? Will our per- have studio time booked back at Muscle that’s like, “There hasn’t been anything regurgitating my tried and true record col- sonal style make this a fun listen for the Shoals for Dec. 11. Quite frankly, that’s how good in ten years.” I think there’s killer lection. ■ audience? And third, how does it fit into I work best, knowing there’s a deadline. stuff out there right now. Lukas Nelson My How We’ve Grown!

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SPECIAL TO FLORIDA WEEKLY ering a deeper under- the detention center and standing of fate and his impeding Claudio’s expul- The Key West Film Festival, an annu- own mortality, he stum- sion. Once inside, Marco al celebration of contemporary cinema bles across a narcissistic discovers a complex for- that attracts travelers and locals alike, recluse and his fountain profit institution housing is set to kick off on Nov. 20 and runs of youth. hundreds of multinational through Nov. 24, with the Tropic Cin- “Pahokee,” documen- immigrants, all impris- ema on Eaton Street as its home base. tary feature: Four high- oned without trial. Emil- Now in its eighth year, the much- school students embark iano Rojas, son of Claudio, noted festival showcases dozens of cin- on their senior year in will attend and participate ematic offerings while highlighting vis- Pahokee, a small Florida in a Q&A moderated by iting filmmakers, actors, directors and town on the shores of Monica Castillo, RogerE- industry leaders through discussions Lake Okeechobee. The bert.com film critic. and workshops, with access to some of teens navigate all “Float 23,” short film: the biggest names in the film business. of the sometimes Follow Fantasy Fest Red carpet events, parties and award exciting, sometimes Parade Captain Bob Har- ceremonies round out a world-class fes- heartbreaking rite- vey and his “Mystick tival experience. of-passage rituals as Krewe” as they build their While the complete 2019 lineup will they make profound “Keysopoly” float. be officially unveiled on Oct. 29 at a decisions about their COURTESY PHOTOS “In Human Kind,” short Above: Virginia Wark pedals her creation in kick-off party at Lucy’s Retired Surf- futures. As they do, film: A sex trafficking sur- “Float 23.” ers Bar & Restaurant on Duval Street the pressure of Paho- vivor speaks out to help in Old Town Key West, first to be kee’s economic hard- Left: “Float 23,” a short film that follows Key others at risk. announced is the festival’s presentation ships weighs heav- West resident Bob Harvey and the Mystick Krewe “Here for the Free of 32 Florida-focused films, consisting ily on their shoulders as they build a “Keysopoly” float, exchanging Wine,” short film: Jack- of features, indie shorts and student — the community original game icons with Key West interpreta- sonville-based muralist films, along with five screenplay com- has placed all hopes tions, is an official selection of the eighth annual Jason Tetlak questions petition finalists. The complete list of for opportunity onn Key West Film Festival, set for Nov. 20-24, with success in the art market- the Tropic Cinema serving as home base. Florida-focused films, which include them, the next genera-- place as he prepares for movies directed or produced in Florida tion. Directors Patrickk his big show. or with Florida-based crew or actors, Bresnan and Ivettee tiont facility used as a hold- Stay abreast of Key West Film Fes- can be viewed now at kwfilmfest.com. Lucas will attend and participate ing space forf imminent deportations. tival announcements by signing up for Here are a few highlights: in a Q&A moderated by former ESPN Terrified of never seeing him again, e-blasts at kwfilmfest.com, where event “A Name without a Place,” feature anchor and part-time Key West resident Claudio’s family contacts the National passes, including VIP, All-Access and film: A whimsical and suitably weird Bob Ley. Immigrant Youth Alliance, a group of Auteur options, are now available. For love letter to South Florida from rising “The Infiltrators,” documentary fea- activist Dreamers known for stopping more information, visit kwfilmfest.com auteur director Kenny Riches. After a ture: Without warning, Claudio Rojas deportations. Believing that no one is or contact Carla Turner, Tropic Cinema tragedy, a sheltered young man retraces is detained by ICE officials outside his free as long as one is in detention, NIYA marketing director, at Carla@tropiccin- his late brother’s footsteps from Miami Florida home. He is transferred to the enlists Marco Saavedra to self-deport ema.com. ■ Beach to the Florida Keys. While uncov- Broward Transitional Center, a deten- with the hopes of gaining access to FLORIDA WEEKLY KEY WEST www.FloridaWeekly.com WEEK OF OCTOBER 24-30, 2019 A15 CAUGHT IN KEY WEST THIS WEEK

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BY KEVIN ASSAM KA: Other cities can meet all those Florida Weekly Correspondent requirements. Why specifically Key West? What of its history? Robin Gray is the Editor of Bear World RG: There are hugely popular bear Magazine, the largest online lifestyle runs all around the world, most notably magazine for the bear community. He in Provincetown, Palm Springs, Cologne, has co-organized Key West Bear Week- Dallas, Fire Island, New York and Barce- end for the past two years and is gear- lona. Key West is special because it has ing up for the third long been known as a gay getaway and annual celebration is even considered by many to be the this Oct. 30 – Nov. original gay vacation spot. Other bear 3. Robin discusses run destinations have gay areas, but this where women stand whole city is gay. in this widely grow- ing community, the KA: Many have accused Key West origins of the bear of becoming less “gay.” What does that terminology and the mean in terms of culture and economics? special events lead- Do you agree? GRAY ing up to Mr. Key RG: In this age of acceptance and West Bear 2019. tolerance, less gay could equal more diversity and openness. Although in the Kevin Assam: What is the best fic- current climate, having some safe spaces tional representation of a bear as it for our community to meet is vitally would reflect this actual segment of the important. We lose out if we hide behind gay community? iron walls. Equally, the world econom- Robin Gray: Paddington Bear is one ics being as it is, businesses need to be of the best representations, but I guess more welcoming to all types of people. I’d say that being British! Paddington is Key West is doing that. As long as people loyal, friendly and eager to please. Plus, COURTESY PHOTO respect the motto of One Human Family Rapper Big Dipper will headline he’s always hungry and looking for a then we’ll all get along. the Mr. Key West Bear Competition snack. Friday, Nov. 1. KA: Are gay-friendly destinations KA: How did “A Bear Called Padding- under attack within the US? Are the ton” and its subsequent portrayals shape already reliably gay vacationing spots your relationship with curious fictitious and bellies than average,” but his defini- consolidating visitors and appeal as indi- personalities as a child? tion that it’s attitude-based lines up with KA: How do you reconcile that with viduals take safety in a sure thing? RG: I’ve always connected well with today’s interpretation that you know the fact that many bear events and festi- RG: I can’t speak for the strategies of characters who are inherently kind. you’re a bear deep inside. We welcome vals remain male-only occasions? the individual destinations, but I think That’s why I’m such a Dr. Who fan, as his all types from big to small, thin to large, RG: Various hotels, resorts and clubs, that there are some risks of destinations motto is “always try to be nice, and never butch to femme. If you feel and act like a which are men only, dictate the crowd. becoming more closed off to LGBTQ peo- fail to be kind.” We all need a bit of kind- bear, then you’re a bear! However, there are plenty of examples, ple. I feel that others like Key West, Palm ness at the moment and it’s something I including Provincetown, where the Springs and Provincetown are stepping strive to live by. Kindness is a major part KA: What would a three-step guide to crowd is mixed and people love it! Key up to become more welcoming places. of the bear community. It attracted me acting like a bear look like? West Bear Weekend’s host hotel is a We’ve had nothing but love from the to the community in the first place. As RG: Be friendly and welcome anyone male-only resort. However, this is why a people and businesses of Key West. They bears, we may not always be nice, but who wants to say hello. Laugh a lot. Bears lot of our parties are held off site around can’t wait for their next best invasion. we’ll always be kind. love to laugh and are not afraid of humor. the city to ensure that a great mix of peo- Love food and drink. Bears love to eat ple can come and enjoy our bear world. KA: Who is Shane Tate and why is KA: How would you describe in its and drink, so don’t stress your waistline Bear World Magazine teaming up with most updated sense what a bear is within for one night! KA: What is the concept behind a him to host Key West’s third annual Bear the LGBTQ+ community? How does its Bear Weekend? What made Key West a Weekend? current iteration differ from the original KA: I have had a lot of women ask prime location? RG: Shane is one of the best party pro- concept and use? me if females can be considered bears. RG: A bear weekend is a great excuse moters in New York City. He is the man RG: It’s interesting that a lot of people What’s the verdict? for a party. And Key West is the best behind great NYC parties such as “Beers define bears as big, bearded and butch. RG: Women are making the jump into place to party! Bears are sociable ani- and Bears,” “NYC’s Original Beer Blast,” Back when the term was first used in being bears! Mama Bear is a very popular mals, so they love to get together and will “Truck Stop” and “Furry Fridays.” Shane 1979 in The Advocate by George Mazzei title and in some bear contests around congregate wherever there is a pool, hot also runs the successful Fire Island Bear in his article “Who’s Who at the Zoo?”, the country, it is a title open for competi- guys, cold beer and good food. Key West Weekend. Bear World Magazine and he stated that “it’s attitude that makes tion. World Bear Weekend, considered to has them all! Plus, we have a great lineup Shane joined forces three years ago to do the Bear,” and that’s truer today. Yes, in be the best of the best in bear competi- of parties and some big names. the first ever Key West Bear Weekend. It the article he defined bears as “usually tions, now has a category for Mama Bear. was a huge success and the rest is history. hunky, chunky types with larger chests

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KA: What’s the marquee event of this KA: Why was there the need for like to dine out, shop and enjoy our upcoming Bear Weekend? bears to create their own earth-toned vacation time in the city’s restau- RG: We have something amazing on version of the typical rainbow flag? rants and businesses! Also, we tidy every night, but I think the jewel is the RG: There are many flags represent- up after ourselves. Mr. Key West Bear Competition on ing various elements of the LGBTQ Friday the 1st of November. The win- community. Craig Byrnes created the KA: What city do you think has ner of this contest receives a $200 cash bear pride flag in 1995. The colors of maintained its status as or would prize and a handmade leather sash. Mr. the flag are meant to include the colors make for a great sister city to Key Key West Bear will be expected to raise of the furs of animal bears throughout West? money and awareness for local Key the world, not necessarily referring to RG: Key West and Fire Island are West LGBTQ causes. The winner is human skin and hair tones. It’s a real sister cities because they are both not required to be a Key West resident. push for equality, which sees through LGBTQ islands. Palm Springs should Headlining this event is the amazing people’s backgrounds and acknowl- be a sister city of Key West because rapper Big Dipper, who will be perform- edges we are one brotherhood. of its diversity and its queerness. It’s ing a selection of old and new songs. led by an all LGBTQ council, you KA: Should more colors or ele- know. KA: Why is his moniker Big Dipper? ments be added to the now ubiquitous RG: He says that it’s based on the fact Pride Flag? KA: Does the retail experience that the Big Dipper is a part of the con- RG: We’ve seen a lot of use of the differ vastly for members of the bear stellation Ursa Major, which is known as extended pride flag with the black community? What are some of the the great bear. and brown stripe this pride season. I exclusive shopping opportunities on don’t feel like there’s a right or wrong offer for attendees this year? KA: Bear culture started and still approach, but it’s important to listen RG: Yes, absolutely. Shopping for exists as a minority group within anoth- to our fellow brothers and sisters. If bigger guys has many pitfalls and er minority. Were self-identified bears for whatever reason they don’t feel a lot of fashion brands do not do discriminated against and rejected by seen, then we should take whatever sizes above 2XL. Unlike other bear other gay men early on in the LGBTQ+ steps necessary to ensure they do. weekends, we don’t have a market- movement? COURTESY PHOTO place shopping experience. We like RG: I would hesitate to use the phras- KA: What’s the criteria used to select A poster for the Mr. Key West Bear Competition to encourage our bears to go out into es discriminated against or rejected. Mr. Key West Bear? If it’s primari- featuring last year’s winner, Ryan Acosta. the local Key West economy. There are There are loads of sub-categories of ly about representing specific values, so many awesome shops offering high the LGBTQ community and everyone what’s to stop someone with twink fea- Wear, Confidence and Personality, and quality clothing, gifts, art and more. has their views. Yes, there is fat sham- tures from winning the title? Onstage Interview. We do have a shopping experience ing, but there is a large body positivity RG: We said earlier that anyone can with Leather Master on the Saturday, movement. There is more love for bears be a bear. It’s about the self-identi- KA: What’s fueling the resurgence where bears can shop in this amazing than hate from our community. As much fication and attitude. Anyone may of bear-specific events and equalizing fetish store with free drinks provided. as we all are guilty of judgement and enter. You don’t have to be a Key West the field for them to be more financially We also encourage our bears to visit infighting, we really do need to pull resident, but you must do fundraising viable in the LGBTQ+ circuit? the wonderful Graffiti on Duval, which together as a community to resist the that benefits Key West charities. The RG: Bears form the group of the offers great LGBTQ clothing and acces- pressures coming from the wider politi- competition is judged by our panel on LGBTQ community that eats! Cities sories. ■ cal world. four elements: Bear Bar Wear, Fetish love hosting bear events because we

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