Shane Mauss brings ‘Good Trip Comedy’ to Key West Theater Feb. 10



Shane Mauss’s 90-city Good Trip Comedy Tour is part standup, part humorous storytelling and part Ted Talk on the theme of psychedelics. Shane takes his audience on a funny journey through the stigma, history, laws and science of psychedelics, while sharing personal experiences and talking about the effects of hallucinogens. Because many of the shows on the tour have sold […]

MUSIC SCENE

Pounding away with Hiram Garzaro


There are Charlie Watts-style drummers. And then you’ve got Dave Grohl, Buddy Rich and Ringo Starr. But then there is that one guy, who for sake of technical proficiency, is the one who most other drummers — even the pros — have placed on the highest drum pedestal. “I play drums because of Neil Peart,” Hiram Garzaro freely admitted, referring […]

This week’s entertainment at Schooner Wharf Bar



Here’s a lineup of entertainment coming up at the Schooner Wharf from Thursday, Feb. 9-15. ¦ Malcom and the Fiddle and Ross in the Middle play an eclectic mix of pop rock, reggae, and Americana from 6:45-11 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, and Tuesday, Feb. 14. An interesting and diverse style ranging from soulfully smooth to county crooning to dancehall reggae […]

KEY WEST GALLERY GUIDE



For a comprehensive guide and map to Key West’s finest art galleries, visit www.keysarts.com/artist_ connections/ gallery_ guide.pdf SPECIAL EVENTS THIS WEEK Peter Max: Hearts & Love 1960-2017 An exhibition of works from one of America’s most iconic artists, Hearts & Love is a newly-curated celebration that pays homage to St. Valentine’s Day with a special collection by artistic legend Peter […]

DRAG LIFE

Randy Roberts: Uncommon by any definition

Funny thing about being a fan: no matter how well you imagine you know your idol’s life story, it just ain’t so. Sit down and talk biography and there are always surprises. Such was the case with a local icon, the female illusionist/ vocalist Randy Roberts. Actually, Randy doesn’t care what label one affixes to his art. “I am a […]

KEY WEST HAPPY HOUR GUIDE



Your guide to where the locals go for happy hour drink and food specials. Alonzo’s700 Front St.4-6:30 p.m.Half-price appetizerswww.alonzoysterbar.com Bagatelle115 Duval St.4-6 p.m.Half-price drinks$5 appetizerswww.Bagatellekeywest.com Bistro Sole1019 White St.Monday through Friday5-6:30 p.m.Half-price beer and wineTapas specialswww.Bistrosole.com Blue Macaw Island Eats and Bar804 Whitehead St.Every day with live music4-7 p.m.$3 well drinks, domestic beers andhouse wineswww.Bluemacawkeywest.com Boathouse Bar and Grill400 Greene […]

The Conch Train

Rambling along the streets and through the history of Key West since 1958

On a blustery, partly cloudy Sunday afternoon The Conch Tour Train, Key West’s old-time sightseeing tour, pulled out of the station on Front Street and rambled and jangled along the sometimes bumpy roads of Key West’s historic district. A ticket for the train, actually a car outfitted like a train with passenger cars in tow, is about $30 (plus tip); […]

Checking in at the Square Grouper Bar and Grill and My New Joint




In addition to its enticing atmosphere and wonderful staff, the Square Grouper Bar and Grill on Cudjoe Key is known for its fresh local seafood, fresh produce and fresh herbs. The establishment offers a unique concept of small plates, as well as large, entrée-sized ones. Small ocean plates include shrimp cakes, tuna-and-avocado egg rolls, seared scallops with bacon and mushroom […]

Suzy’s Parrot Perch offers a bird’s-eye view

1025A Whitehead Street, $669,000

Suzy’s Parrot Perch is the quintessential Key West vacation rental. Through a quaint gate off Whitehead Street, you will climb an outdoor staircase hidden from the street by tropical foliage. At the top, you’ll find an outdoor porch area overlooking Virginia Street; and down the lane, Duval Street. From this viewpoint, it’s obvious how this “Parrot Perch” got its name. […]

Secluded sanctuary in the heart of Old Town

806 Virginia St. 3 bedroom/1 bathroom, 1271 square feet $1,097,000

This mid-century home, just blocks from Duval Street, was custom designed and built to last, with concrete block construction and permastone accents. French doors open to both the screened front porch and the spacious back deck and pool area, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living spaces and allowing island breezes to cool the interior. It is high and dry in […]