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Fantasy Fest list of events:

http://www.fantasyfest.net

2010 Schedule of Events
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Friday, October 22
GOOMBAY
Tastes, sights and sounds of the Caribbean in Bahama Village, located at Duval and Petronia streets. This family friendly street party continues Saturday! Noon – midnight; FREE
ROYAL CORONATION BALL
Meet Key West’s Royal Family and vote for the King and Queen of Fantasy Fest at the “Valley of the Kings 2010″; a benefit for AIDS Help, Inc.;6 pm 305-296-6577 305-296-6577 Suggested donation; Location; Southernmost Beach Cafe, 1319 Duval Street
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Saturday, October 23
GOOMBAY
This family friendly party continues in Bahama Village! Noon – midnight; FREE
FRIEND’S OF FORT TAYLOR’S VAMPIRE BALL
All vampires sink your teeth into this tropical Transylvania! While mingling amongst the neonates and mortals visit The Haunting of Fort Taylor 2010! Fantasy, mystery, and fun await you on this enchanted evening! Music, dancing, food, and drinks sponsored by The Friend’s of Fort Taylor. Costume contest with fabulous prizes! The best Party from Ghost to Ghost!; FT. Zachary Taylor at the end of Southard; 7-9 p.m.
CHRISTOPHER PETERSON IN EYECONS, LAS VEGAS OR BUST
Legendary impressionist, Christopher Peterson brings his stage extravaganza “EYECONS, Las Vegas or Bust” to the Waterfront Playhouse. This ALL-LIVE, no lip-sync show features parodies of all the great female stars, plus 4 dancers, fabulous sets and over-the-top costumes. There only 3 performances: October 23, 24 and 25 at 8:00 pm! Don’t miss this last chance to catch the brilliance of Christopher before he relocates to Las Vegas ! For tickets, go to waterfrontplayhouse.org!
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Sunday, October 24
CHRISTOPHER PETERSON IN EYECONS, LAS VEGAS OR BUST
Legendary impressionist, Christopher Peterson brings his stage extravaganza “EYECONS, Las Vegas or Bust” to the Waterfront Playhouse. This ALL-LIVE, no lip-sync show features parodies of all the great female stars, plus 4 dancers, fabulous sets and over-the-top costumes. There only 3 performances: October 23, 24 and 25 at 8:00 pm! Don’t miss this last chance to catch the brilliance of Christopher before he relocates to Las Vegas ! For tickets, go to waterfrontplayhouse.org!
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Monday, October 25
CHRISTOPHER PETERSON IN EYECONS, LAS VEGAS OR BUST
Legendary impressionist, Christopher Peterson brings his stage extravaganza “EYECONS, Las Vegas or Bust” to the Waterfront Playhouse. This ALL-LIVE, no lip-sync show features parodies of all the great female stars, plus 4 dancers, fabulous sets and over-the-top costumes. There only 3 performances: October 23, 24 and 25 at 8:00 pm! Don’t miss this last chance to catch the brilliance of Christopher before he relocates to Las Vegas ! For tickets, go to waterfrontplayhouse.org!
BIG ‘UNS LUNAR LUNACY PARTY
As Fantasy Fest luck would have it, the opening weekend of this year’s Fantasy Fest is a FULL MOON and Big ‘Uns is throwing a stellar party to celebrate. Bring all your friends and join the craziness at Big ‘Uns “Lunar Lunacy Party” for an evening sure to eclipse all the others. Lunar Lunacy is an “out of this world party” with great music, great drinks and plenty of heavenly bodies. One lucky ass-tronaut will win big a the full MOON contest (male or female). The winner chosen for the best “full moon” will take home $1,000! Admission; $25 and includes your first drink. Don’t have to Apollo-gize for not being there, order your tickets now at www.keystix.com or by calling 292-0486; 9p.m.; Big ‘Uns Sports Bar; 218 Duval Street
PINKING OF YOU!
Looking for an outrageous costume idea for Fantasy Fest? Want to partake in a wildly fun event where you can mingle with local celebrities and bid on one-of-a-kind bra inspired creations? The Fourth Annual “Pinking of You” Decorated Bra Auction promises to be a great time for a great cause. Local artists transform bras into works of art which are then modeled during a live auction to the highest bidder. You never know what you might see—drag queens sporting brassieres made of money or dames donning feathered bra purses! All money raised will be donated to WomanKind, inc. to provide breast cancer education and early detection through clinical breast exams.; 6pm; La Te Da 1125 Duval St. (Special thanks to the Bolanowskis)
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Tuesday, October 26
CAPT. TONY’S PARTY IN PLAID
Swing into Fantasy Fest at legendary Capt. Tony’s Saloon! Explore your fantasies in naughty or nice plaid attire. Meet new friends, enjoy live music and rum specials all night long; www.capttonyssaloon.com;428 Greene St.; 9pm; FREE
REDDY ICE FANTASY FAÇADE ™ COMPETITION
Festively decorated homes and businesses compete for cold cash! To enter, call 305-296-5334 305-296-5334
FREE OFFICIAL FANTASY FEST POSTER SIGNING PARTY
Meet-n-greet the award-winning artists of this year’s poster. Get up close and personal while having a lively libation or two; Crowne Plaza La Concha Hotel; 430 Duval St.; 5 pm; posters for sale.
28TH ANNUAL HEADDRESS BALL: DIAGNOSIS PSYCHOSIS- AN ASSEMBLY AT THE ASYLUM
Elaborate Headdress Contest, Show, and Party featuring live entertainment. Prizes for Best Headdress (costumes not judged) $1,000 first, $300 second, $200 third. Reserved Tables VIP for four – $320 or $270; standing/ open seating in rear $30 (REDUCED from $40 with additional room and video screens). Location: Southernmost Hotel on the Beach, 508 South Street. Seating begins 7 pm, 8 pm Curtain. This event sells out, so please purchase tickets early; 305-296-1520 305-296-1520 or www.keystix.com
FINNEGAN’S WAKE GREEN PARTY
Come celebrate the ultimate Irish party! Party starts at 7pm til the wee hours of the morning. Live Irish Music from Revels Glen. No cover if you wear green. Costume contest for ‘Best Eco Green Wear’. Sign up for the Edamame eating contest; 320 Grinnell St.; 305-293-0222 305-293-0222 www.keywestirish.com
BIG ‘UNS LOCKER ROOM ROMP
Big ‘Uns Sportsbar is not only a great Key West place for entertainment or to watch the games, it also features a friendly crew and great drinks that turns their patrons into fans every night. Knowing how much Big ‘Uns fans love the thrill of victory, the Locker Room Romp is a fantasy party to celebrate all the festivities that surround the big game. Come as a cheerleader or a jock, a spectator or a superstar-it doesn’t matter-just grab your friends (and a towel or pom-pom) and score a great time! The referees will hold a “best pom-poms” contest with a top prize of $1,000! Admission; $25 and includes your fist drink. Call 292-0486 for more information. 9p.m.; 218 Duval St.
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Wednesday, October 27
PET MASQUERADE & PARADE
A magical carousel of frisky pets and playful owners delightfully disguised and ready to frolic for fame and fortune; Registration for competition is at 4:30 pm; FREE to watch; $25 to enter; benefits Lower Keys Friends of Animals; Casa Marina Resort; 1500 Reynolds St. For more information call 305-304-1026 305-304-1026 or quepasakeywest@hotmail.com
CELEBRITY LOOK-A-LIKE CONTEST
Do people always tell you that you remind them of someone famous? Well then this is your event! Imitators of the famous and fabled vie for cash and prizes; Crowne Plaza La Concha Hotel; 430 Duval St.; Contestant sign up 8 pm; FREE to watch; FREE to enter.
DUNGEON OF DARK SECRETS and FETISHES
Embrace Your Darkest Desires…Come one and come all (boys & girls, boys & boys, girls & girls ) to play in our dungeon of fetishes! Play, voyeur, or take part in the show to unleash your darkest desires. Tie up your favorite friend, eat off our human tables, BDSM, alternative and swing with our house DJ. Attire; PVC, leather, latex, uniform, period, levi, underwear, vintage, glam, cyber, burlesque, masks, wear as much or as little as you want, but dress to THRILL! 801 Bourbon Bar /Saloon 1, 801 Duval;(305)293-9800 (305)293-9800
FOGARTY’S RED NIGHT
Fogarty’s 9th Annual Red Party! Don’t miss this often imitated, but never duplicated party; Costume Contest; Door Prizes; Live DJ; 227 Duval St.;305-294-7525 305-294-7525 9p.m.; $10 per person.
GUY HARVEY’S WHITE LACE BLACK LIGHT EVENT
Starting at sunset, Guy Harvey’s “White Lace, Black Lights” is Fantasy Fest’s newest event!!! Our sexy staff will literally be glowing upon your arrival. Come enjoy a night of pure luminosity as we revel in all things White Lace under Black Lights! Bask in the glow of great music, fabulous food, shimmering drink specials and the finest lustrous bodies in Key West. Be sure to wear your barely there lace under our brilliant neon’s. We will have Art World’s Brew Turner on site all week long for your body painting needs! Guy Harvey’s Island Grill is gleaming about donating a portion of the proceeds to Guy Harvey’s Ocean Foundation to benefit the Gulf Oil Spill Relief.511 Greene Street, 1/2 block off Duval Street, across from Sloppy Joe’s. (305)-295-0019 (305)-295-0019
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Thursday, October 28

KEY WEST GALLERY BILL MACK ART SHOW

http://thekeywestgallery.com/

601 Duval Street (corner of Southard and Duval Street)
Key West, Florida 33040
305-923-1696
6 to 10pm open to the public
Key West Gallery presents the world famous Bill Mack of Hollywood sign fame. His work is in the collections of President Clinton and former Presidents Ford and Reagan – Actors and renowned art aficionados, Sylvester Stallone, Elizabeth Taylor, and Tony Curtis – International business leaders Mrs. Yaeko Shiotsuki, Hermann Schnabel, and Irwin Jacobs – and celebrities as diverse as Kenny Rogers, comic Howie Mandel, and record producer Jimmy “Jam” Harris. His piece entitled “Lady” is part of the permanent collection of the Statue of Liberty National Monument on Liberty Island. His sculpture of basketball great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar hangs in the entry of the NBA Hall of Fame, and he has also created sculptures that are under consideration for installation in the International Tennis Hall of Fame (Arthur Ashe), the American and Canadian Hockey Halls of Fame (Hobey Baker), his sculpture of Lyle Alzado is in the collection of the NFL Hall of Fame, and a sculpture of Peggy Fleming is on permanent display at the United States Figure Skating Hall of Fame.

COWBOY BILL’S 4TH ANNUAL GIT-R-WET T-SHIRT CONTEST
Catch the hottest ladies competing for $1,500 in cash prizes in this over-the- top competition. Contestants model the finest in creative cotton wet t- shirt apparel. DJ Bill Hoebee MC’s all the wild festivities. See the action live at www.Cowboybillskw.com 610 1/2 Duval St.; 10 pm; (305)295-8219 (305)295-8219 VIP seating available, Door Charge
MONSTER’S BALL
Sea serpents, mermaids and other bizarre creatures of the deep! What lurks below and who’s dancing on the reef? Dive into this annual costume party and explore some surreal fantasies and some-too-real fantasies that should perhaps remain submerged! Green Parrot Bar; 601 Whitehead St.; 305-294-6133 305-294-6133 www.greenparrot.com; 10 pm; FREE
PRETENDERS IN PARADISE
The legendary costume competition with $10,000 in cash and prizes! Combining extraordinary creative genius and performing energy, this year’s event promises to be insanely entertaining; Pier House Resort & Caribbean Spa, beachside; www.pierhouse.com; 8pm; $
SLOPPY JOE’S 27TH ANNUAL TOGA PARTY
“Still The Best Ancient Roman Party In Town!” To enter contest, contestants must be dressed in toga and are encouraged to dress in Ancient Roman theme or Fantasy Fest theme “Habitat for Insanity.” Three divisions: Groups/Couples $500 first place; Men’s $250 first place; and Women’s first place $250. Free to enter contest; registration at 8:00 pm and contest begins at 9:30 pm; NO DOOR CHARGE; 201 Duval St.
DANTE’S 4TH ANNUAL HALOS & HORNS POOL PARTY AND WET T-SHIRT CONTEST
Free Body Painting, Super Food and Drink specials, Great Give-aways, Live Music with Caffeine Carl & The Buzz, our unique stage in the center of the POOL, and lot’s of $$$$ to give away; Whether you wear the halo of an ANGEL or prefer devilish Horns, come strut your STUFF @DANTE’S 4th annual HALOS&HORNS pool party and wet t-shirt contest. The Party starts at Noon and goes till 6:00, Pole Dancing starts at 4:30, @ Dante’s Restaurant & Raw Bar, 951 Caroline St, next to the Ferry Terminal; Call 305-293-5123 305-293-5123 for more details or to sign up for the contest!!
PAJAMA AND LINGERIE PARTY
The hottest Playboy model in the world Kristy Morgan from the reality TV show “Tila Tequila” encourages you to dress sexy for this skimpy affair. Enter the $700 Hugh Hefner and Marilyn Monroe look-a-like contest, plus enjoy guest D.J.’s live. This event is guaranteed to sell out.;Purchase advance VIP tickets online at WWW.KEYSTIX.COM;Mangoes; 700 Duval Street; 305-304-1188 305-304-1188 10 pm;
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Friday, October 29

KEY WEST GALLERY BILL MACK ART SHOW

http://thekeywestgallery.com/

601 Duval Street (corner of Southard and Duval Street)
Key West, Florida 33040
305-923-1696

6 to 10pm open to the public
Key West Gallery presents the world famous Bill Mack of Hollywood sign fame. His work is in the collections of President Clinton and former Presidents Ford and Reagan – Actors and renowned art aficionados, Sylvester Stallone, Elizabeth Taylor, and Tony Curtis – International business leaders Mrs. Yaeko Shiotsuki, Hermann Schnabel, and Irwin Jacobs – and celebrities as diverse as Kenny Rogers, comic Howie Mandel, and record producer Jimmy “Jam” Harris. His piece entitled “Lady” is part of the permanent collection of the Statue of Liberty National Monument on Liberty Island. His sculpture of basketball great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar hangs in the entry of the NBA Hall of Fame, and he has also created sculptures that are under consideration for installation in the International Tennis Hall of Fame (Arthur Ashe), the American and Canadian Hockey Halls of Fame (Hobey Baker), his sculpture of Lyle Alzado is in the collection of the NFL Hall of Fame, and a sculpture of Peggy Fleming is on permanent display at the United States Figure Skating Hall of Fame.

HAIR OF THE HOG, LEATHER AND LACE PARTY
Wake up with the Hogs at our Bloody Mary Blow Out Breakfast! Wear your laciest lace or your luckiest leather and win $$$! Grey Goose Bloody Mary Bar, Beer Specials, Continental Breakfast Buffet. Build your own breakfast sandwich. For more information visit www.hogsbreath.com; 400 Front St.; 305-296-4222 305-296-4222 9 a.m.-Noon; FREE
PIMP AND HO PARTY
America’s #1 movie star, Ron Jeremy, invites you to come fulfill your fantasy at this exotic dance party. Enter the $700 Mr. Pimp and Ms. Ho costume contest, plus enjoy guest D.J.’s live. This event is guaranteed to sell out. Purchase advance VIP tickets online at WWW.KEYSTIX.COM; Redfish Bluefish; 407 Front Street; 305-304-1188 305-304-1188 10 pm; $$
SOUTHERNMOST SICKOS AND PSYCHOS COSTUME CONTEST
The Southernmost Hotel’s Annual Costume Contest Friday, October 29th from 4-6 pm, 3:00pm for registration; 4:30PM – Southernmost Sickos and Psychos Costume Contest at the Poolside at the Southernmost Hotel in the USA; 6PM – Masquerade March Half Way Party poolside at the Southernmost on the Beach; 1319 Duval St.;FREE
10TH ANNUAL LIVING ART AIRBRUSH EXPO
Contestants will use the human form as a living canvas for artistic expression in competition for more than $1,500; drink specials and live entertainment; Sunset Pier at Ocean Key Resort; Painting and Partying Start at Sunset; judging begins at 9 pm; 305-295-7045 305-295-7045 FREE
MASQUERADE MARCH
Join the crowd as they parade through Old Town with music and noisemakers; thirst quenchers provided at selected guesthouses. Begins at the Key West Cemetery Frances Street entrance; revelers can join the mad march anywhere along the two routes; 5pm; All welcome; FREE
FANTASY FEST STREET FAIR
Duval Street’s mile-long eater-tainment extravaganza features arts and crafts, food vendors, lively libations and costumed frivolity; Noon – 10 pm; Friday, October 29
RUM BARREL’S 4TH ANNUAL PIRATE BASH
Dress and DRINK LIKE A PIRATE at the Rum Barrel! Key West’s resident pirate and rum experts — Pirate Soul Museum and Rum Barrel Restaurant & Bar — team up to throw the most outrageous Pirates Bash in the world! More than $1500 in cash prizes for the best pirate and wench costumes, great music on the rooftop stage, and awesome rum specials. More info 305) 292-7862. Piratical inspiration at PirateSoul.com.;9pm.; $
FETISH & FANTASY PARTY AT THE ISLAND HOUSE FOR MEN
“Dressed to Thrill” costume judging & party for men co-sponsored by the Key West Wreckers at Island House. Imagine a costume party in your favorite dungeon. Win cash and prizes for best costume in each of two categories: 1 – Fetish, Leather, Uniform, or Rubber; 2 – Best use of this year’s Fantasy Fest theme “Habitat for Insanity”. Judging at 9:30. Party follows in the special dungeon. Clothes check provided. Clothing optional. Adults only. Men only. Purchase advance VIP tickets online at WWW.KEYSTIX.COM; 1129 Fleming St.; 8:30 p.m. to 4:00 a.m.; (305)294-6284 (305)294-6284
HABITAT FOR INSANITY AT PEARL’S RAINBOW FOR WOMEN
This women-only event has hot music and even hotter dancers. Celebrity judges will be awarding steamy prizes for the Most Heavenly Body, the Most Voluptuous Vixen, and the Most Far-out Fetish; $20 cover includes a free drink; 8pm – 11pm 525 United St.; www.pearlsrainbow.com
801 BOURBON BAR TEA DANCE
Plenty of sugar and spice at this tea in the street party; Live DJ, cool drinks, dancers, drag queens and celebrities; 305-294-4737 305-294-4737 801 Duval St.; 1 pm; FREE
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Saturday, October 30
BOURBON ST. PUB TEA DANCE AND BALCONY BROUHAHA
Brace yourselves for one of Fantasy Fest’s most outrageous daytime events! Bourbon St. Pub helps you to relive the glory-days of Key West’s notoriously remembered “Tea In the Street.” With Duval St. shut down, prepare for flying drag queens, hot male dancers, and in true Bourbon St. fashion— FANTASY FEST BEADS!!! Live DJ, satellite bars and local celebs! Street level standing room always available at no charge. VIP Balcony Brouhaha tickets can be pre-purchased at The New Orleans House or by calling (305) 293-9800 (305) 293-9800 Balcony tickets are guaranteed to sell out! 11am-5pm; Bourbon St. Pub Complex; www.bourbonstpub.com;
CAPTAIN MORGAN FANTASY FEST PARADE
Join 70,000 exuberant partygoers as this year’s parade rolls down Duval Street. Featuring glittering floats, marching bands and dancing groups, it doesn’t get any wilder than this! Parade route includes Whitehead, Front and Duval Streets; 7 pm; www.FREE
EPIDERMAL ARTS AND TORSO TAPESTRIES
Art lovers gather for this bona fide cultural event to determine the best- illustrated bodies. The battle of the emblazoned bods elevates this art form to something aesthetic, creative and maybe even poetic; Green Parrot Bar; 601 Whitehead St.; (305) 294-6133 (305) 294-6133 www.greenparrot.com; 3 pm; FREE
DUVAL STREET PROMENADE
Sassy entertainers, enticing food and spirited libations tempt costumed merrymakers as they party from the Gulf to the Atlantic; Noon – 10:30 pm; FREE
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Sunday, October 31
“THE FAT LADY SINGS” TEA DANCE
As the saying goes, “It ain’t over ’til the fat lady sings.” Everyone will be at La Te Da from 4pm – 9pm for the last Official Event of Fantasy Fest 2010. DJ Junior provides the music for the very last hoorah. La Te Da Hotel, Restaurant, Cabaret and Bars; 1125 Duval St.; (305)296-6706 (305)296-6706 $5 Admission
CHILDREN’S DAY
A family event featuring food, games, arts and crafts and a costume contest for children. Bayview Park at Truman Ave. and Eisenhower Dr.; Noon – 5 p.m.; 305-292-8912 305-292-8912
FANTASY FEST SUNDAY BRUNCH AT THE HYATT
Served at SHOR American Seafood Grill at the Hyatt Key West Resort and Spa From 11 am – 2 pm; 601 Front Street; Call 305.809.4000 305.809.4000 for reservations

There are just several homes and condos left for Fantasy Fest, so call now if you haven’t booked your vacation rental with us! We have weekly vacation rentals in the Best of Key West!

Key West offers many different options for lodging. One of the most popular options is to rent a home, condo or townhome. These Key West vacation rentals are perfect for a couple, family or even a larger group.

Compass Realty offers vacation rentals in the prime areas of Key West. We specialize in vacation homes, condos and townhomes in the Truman Annex, Old Town Key West, the Key West Golf Club and we also have many waterfront properties for rent nightly, weekly and monthly.

The Truman Annex is just one block off Duval Street and is a beautiful community. The Annex encompasses some stately homes, luxury townhomes, and condominiums.

The Key West Golf Club is located on Stock Island, just one mile from Key West. The Golf Club has a tranquil setting with views of fairways and greens surrounded with tropical foliage. Amenities at the Golf Club include 2 pools, a health and fitness center and gated 24-hour security.

Oceanside is a perfect place to relax where you are far enough away from Key West but close enough to get to all the fine restaurants, shopping and more. Oceanside offers the ability to keep a boat nearby in the marina or on a trailer for an additional fee.

Compass Realty offers some fine waterfront Key West vacation rentals throughout the island. If glorious sunsets and the view of azure blue water are your thing, a waterfront rental is for you.

Crystal Clear waters of Key West! We just wanted to share our video of dolphins saying hello. This was taken August 1, 2010


The weather is perfect, light breezes, nice swimming day or night, great for adventuring or just hanging out listening to the sounds of Key West.Come stay with us in our nicely priced weekly or monthly vacation homes in the Beautiful Truman Annex, Coral Hammock, Oceanside Condos at King's Pointe in spectacular Key West!


Here are some happenings and things to do around Key West:

Summer Happenings in Key West! PIANO FOR FOUR HANDS…. It’s Joe Lowe and Auwina Weed, presenting their Piano Concert from Noon until 1:00 PM at St. Paul’s Church….This is a FREE concert!  Enjoy! AQUA NIGHTCLUB….. From 5 to 8 PM, it’s guitarist and singer, Michelle Dravis entertaining.  At 9:00 PM, the Aquanettes perform! Wed….Bobby Nesbitt performs from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. The Aquanettes are there every night at 9:00 PM! http://www.aquakeywest.com/WeeklyLineup.html LOUIE’S BACKYARD… Tues…..$5.00 wine night Upstairs….great tapas too! Wed…..$5.00 Martini night Upstairs!  And…how about that view? http://www.louiesbackyard.com/ LEARN TO DANCE WITH LUCY & LEON… Mon….Rumba lessons from 8 to 9 PM…Beginners Wed….7 to 8 PM…Intermediate East coast Swing Wed….8 to 9 PM…Intermediate Waltz No partner needed…Call 296-6348….held at Paradise Health & Fitness at 1706 N. Roosevelt Blvd. TAVERN ‘N TOWN…. Mon….Gordy Michael entertaining from 5 to 9 PM Tues….Carmen Rodriguez & Gordy Michael entertain from 5 to 9 PM. Wed…Gordy Michael entertains, 5 to 9:00 PM. From 5 to 7 every night, get 2 for 1 Cocktails.  On Tues., also get 2 for 1 Tapas! Great summer menu, plus special drink prices at the outdoor Blue Bar on the oceanfront! LATEDA…. Special $8.50 Lunch menu every weekday …6 choices with soda or iced tea included.  No entertainment. http://www.lateda.com/restaurant.html AZUR RESTAURANT…. …at 425 Grinnell St…..Each weekday….6 great lunches at only $6 each….need to purchase a beverage….Also….Monday is Date Night…for dinner, receive a free bottle of wine with 2 entree orders. There is also a $29 tasting menu for 3 courses!  Superb! Wed……50% off all wines by the bottle with an entree order http://www.azurkeywest.com/ THE KEYS PIANO BAR…. at 1114 Duval St….It’s Michael “Sparky” Edelstein, at the piano from 7 PM until Closing….At 9:00 PM, recent Aqua Idol winner, Michael McCabe will be there, also till closing, to sing for your pleasure! http://www.akeywestpianobar.com/ RUSTY ANCHOR HAPPY HOUR…. Every weekday, from 4 to 7 PM…..2 for 1 Cocktails….everywhere in the restaurant….at the bar, you can order 2 for 1 Appetizers!:30 to 9:00 PM…it’s Barry THE PEOPLE’S THEATER OF KEY WEST… …is looking for actors with good memories who are quick on their feet to fill several roles in the reprisal of NIGHT OF JANUARY 16TH, a courtroom drama that was a BIG Hit in KW during its first run at St. Paul’s Hall.  The reprisal will run at Downstage, PTKW’s new venue at 3340 N Roosevelt from Aug. 19 to the 22…and then again Aug. 26-29….They are looking for the following types:  A man or woman of any age to play a Bailiff/Clerk….. a man of any age as character John Hutchins, a Security Guard….And a man 50-60 yrs. old to be John Graham Whitfield, Financier. Actors must be available to rehears at least 4 times before opening night, including 2 standard rehearsals, tech & dress.  If you are interested, contact Chris Tittel at 305-294-6839 or ctittel64@aol.com.  These roles must be filled ASAP.  Thanks! PUB QUIZ NIGHT… …at Finnegan’s Wake on Tuesday nights at 7 PM….Fun! WEDNESDAY CONCERT… …Classical Guitar Concert on Wednesdays…Start the eve at 6:00 PM at Banana Cafe for dinner and wine…..stroll across the street afterward to the Alan Maltz Gallery, for a tour of this fascinating Gallery and a romantic concert by  Matthew Jampol.  A special evening for sure.  Call 304-1437 for more details and information, and prices. ONE NIGHT STAND AT THE STUDIOS…. There will be 2 performances on Aug. 7th at the Armory/Studios at 600 White St.  The 7 PM Show has already sold out….BUT….never fear!  Another show has been added at 10 PM that same evening!  Get tix by going online to www.keystix.com, or find more info by calling 296-01458.  Good luck, and Have a great time….One Night Stand is a madcap theatrical performance that sells out every year! CONCERT AND GALLERY TOUR… …Formerly on Wednesday, the Matthew Jampol concert, dinner and tour are now on Thursdays and Saturdays.  Dinner at 6 PM at Banana Cafe…with wine pairing….afterward, stroll across the street to the Alan Maltz Gallery for a classical guitar concert and a Gallery Tour…at 8 PM….call 304-1437 for more information. MIKE EMERSON… …at Better Than Sex, that special Dessert Restaurant at 411 Petronia St… It’s solo guitar and vocals from Mike Emerson!  Smooth!  8:30-11:30 PM. COLOMBIAN GRACE RESTAURANT… at 223 Petronia St….is a real jewel of a restaurant…hope you have stopped in for breakfast, lunch or dinner! On Wednesdays,  Dinner appetizers are 1/2  priced!  At breakfast/lunch from 9 AM until 2 PM, they offer free coffee or mimosa with meal….At dinner, from 6 to 10 PM, enjoy a free glass of wine, beer, or Sangria, on the house!  Owner Zulma Segura, is trying to please and her meals are wonderful!  And one more thing….Colombian Grace will be open all through Sept. and Oct. SCHOONER WHARF BATTLE OF THE BARS REPORT… This Annual Contest raised $23,870. for local charities Key West Wildlife Center & The Sister Season Fund…the overall total is now $215,528 during the Battle’s History!  39 Teams of 7 persons per team competed….”Raw Bar Rowdies” from the Half Shell won for the 5th time….2nd was The Coral Reefers from Margaritaville, and 3rd place went to Dante’s Los Diablos Team.  Most Outrageous costume for the 4th year in a row went to Sebago Watersports and their Circus/Freak show theme….2nd to TGIF…Honorable mention to Southernmost Beach Cafe and Hard Rock Cafe!  A big thank you to Evalena Worthington and all who sponsored and worked so hard for this event!  Congrats to ALL! WWW.CONCHTV.COM… Please know that you can go to this website and get Lynda Frechette’s daily missive 24/7 no matter where you may be.  You can also go to http://conchtv.com/key-west/lynda and get her directly.  Also on conchtv, you can get Howard Livingston and his Key West Time program….the Buzzz Girls of Travel Host…fishing, diving, accommodations, attractions, diving, real estate, restaurants, shopping, watersports, etc. by going to www.conchtv.com.



Summer is here, and we would love for you to join us in our vacation rentals for weekly or monthly stays! Mahi-Mahi and snapper are biting, and there is quite a bit of Tarpon action. The days are light and breezy. The nights are in the low eighties for those balmy nights perfect for starlight cruises.

The tourists covered in suntan lotion are happily sunning at the beach or one of the many tour boats headed out to the back-country island sandbars, a popular summertime local tradition of just hanging out in the pristine waters and islands surrounded by white sandy beaches.

Restaurants are open, the bars are hopping, and the music playing all about town. We also have many theater, symphony and art gallery shows this summer, so there is plenty to do while you are on your well deserved time off in one of our vacation rentals at the Truman Annex, Key West Golf Club, Coral Hammock or Oceanside Condos at King’s Pointe Marina.

If you are planning on lobstering or participating in fishing tournaments make sure you get your bookings in place early as many of our weekly and monthly vacation rentals are filling up.

July 03

Conch Republic Ladies’ Dolphin Tournament

This competition is for women only, although male captains and mates are allowed.
Contact: John Stuempfig (305) 304-7674
Email: wave.whacker@hotmail.com

July 10

26th Annual Underwater Music Festival

A quirky concert broadcast underwater for divers, snorkelers and the occasional mermaid emphasizes reef preservation. The submerged songfest is held at Looe Key Reef in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
Contact: (305) 872-2411
Email: executivedirector@lowerkeyschamber.com

July 04

Celebrate Fourth of July Fireworks

The Big Pine & Lower Keys Rotary Club’s annual 4th of July fireworks are to take place at Sugarloaf Airport, MM 17 bayside on Sugarloaf Key, adjacent to the quirky Bat Tower. Live music headlined by Brian Roberts and the Prime Movers, food and ice-cold beverages are to be accompanied by games and activities for both adults and kids. A “longer and larger” fireworks show is set to go off at nightfall, or about 9 p.m. Gates open at 5 p.m. Admission is free.
Contact: Cece 305-766-8467

July 11

3rd Annual Under the Waterfalls Art & Shrimp Fest

Presented by Artists in Paradise, showtime is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; enjoy a day of great food, outdoor atmosphere and local artisans. Located at Boondock’s Grille & Draft House, MM 27.5, Ramrod Key. Pets are welcome!
Contact: 305-872-1828

July 15 to July 18

Mel Fisher Days

Each year Mel Fisher’s family and friends celebrate the legendary salvor’s accomplishments, unquenchable optimism and exuberant zest for life with a festival chock full of events. Visit Web site for details.
Contact: (305) 296-6534
Email: skwiley@melfisher.com

July 20 to July 25

Hemingway Days

The 30th celebration of the legendary author’s work and lifestyle features literary readings, a theatrical premiere, short story competition, fishing tournament, Sloppy Joe’s Look-Alike Contest and a pre-birthday “party” commemorating Ernest’s July 21st birthday.
Contact: (305) 296-2388 (Look-Alike); 294-0320 (literary)

July 21 to July 23

Del Brown Permit Tournament

Anglers fly-fish on the flats during this tournament that honors the late angling pioneer Del Brown, who caught and released more than 500 permit off the Keys.
Contact: Charlotte Ambrogio 305-942-0428
Email: csasun@aol.com

July 21 to July 24

Drambuie Key West Marlin Tournament

Anglers pursue the mightiest of the offshore species in the same waters plied by novelist Ernest Hemingway. The catch-and-release tournament, held in conjunction with Key West’s annual Hemingway Days celebration, offers more than $50,000 in guaranteed prize money.
Contact: Scott Greene (305) 292-2710

August 06 to August 08

Key West Lobsterfest

Festivities include Friday’s Lobsterfest Duval Crawl, Street Fair and FREE concert Saturday, and Sunday Lobster Brunch.
Contact: (305) 294-2000

September 07 to September 12

Womenfest Key West

This lesbian-oriented festival features art shows, sailing and snorkeling, comedy performances and other activities.
Contact: (800) 535-7797 or (305) 294-4603

September 10 to September 11

S.L.A.M. (Southernmost Light-Tackle Anglers Masters) Celebrity Tournament.

In the first of the annual fall Redbone Trilogy events that raise money to fight cystic fibrosis, top anglers and celebrities target tarpon, permit and bonefish with light tackle.
Contact: Gary Ellis at (305) 664-2002
Email: redboneinc@aol.com

September 16 to September 19

38th Annual Phil Peterson’s Key West Poker Run

Motorcycle enthusiasts from around the U.S. are to travel the Keys’ scenic Overseas Highway from mainland Florida to Key West to raise money for charity. Stops are arranged throughout the Keys with a final celebration in Key West.
Contact: (800) 545-2561 or 877-MIAMI-HD

September 22 to September 26

Florida Keys Birding & Wildlife Festival

The peak of the fall birding season, this event includes an opening reception, dinner, presentations, Keys-wide field trips focusing on education and conservation as they relate to Keys birds and wildlife, and an environmental fair.
Contact: (305) 872-0774.

October 22 to October 31

31st Annual Fantasy Fest

An outrageous, 10-day celebration featuring costume competitions, promenades, street fairs and a grand parade with marching groups and lavish floats.
Contact: (305) 296-1817

November 04 to November 07

19th Annual Parrot Heads in Key West

Fans of musician Jimmy Buffett are to flock to the island dubbed Margaritaville for their annual “Meeting of the Minds” convention.
Contact: Charlotte Skinner
Email: caphmobile@aol.com

November 05 to November 06

ConchLife Scramble On-the-Water Golf Tournament

Keys boating visitors can help ‘feed the fish while feeding Lower Keys charities’ during this wild and wacky on-the-water golf tournament. Proceeds benefit local Keys charities. Get a 4-person team together and enjoy a game of nine holes by boat!
Contact: Mindy McKinzie 305-809-5000

November 07 to November 14

30th Annual Key West World Championship Race

High-speed powerboats continue Key West’s longstanding tradition in a challenge described as the Indianapolis 500 of powerboat racing.
Contact: (305) 296-6166

December 04 to December 05

KEY WEST ‘TRIKW’ TRIATHLON

The first ever Olympic Distance and Sprint Triathlon event is to come to Key West! Pre-triathlon dinner set for Saturday, Dec. 4, event scheduled for Dec. 5. Visit web site for details.

http://www.trikw.com/