Come As You Are! Key West’s Gay Summer Sizzlers
With more and more of our human rights being usurped by far-right politicians, it’s more important than ever that we stand together and celebrate our diversity. Key West’s “One Human Family” ethos is more than just a slogan. It’s a philoso-phy that we locals (gay,...
Celebrating Sweet Summer – 7th Annual Mango Fest Key West
Summer comes but once a year, and with it, the bounty of the Keys' burgeoning mango trees. Late in June, when the islands' mango trees are bursting with clusters of this juicy fruit, our little piece of paradise honors the harvest with the annual Key West Mango Fest....
Oh, The Folly of It All!Key West’s Pride Follies Is Vintage Fun
If you were an aspiring performer back in the 50’s and 60’s, the one person who could guarantee your stardom was Ed Sullivan. In case you’re too young to remember, Sullivan was television’s undisputed “Kingmaker,” who helped turn the gyrating Elvis Presley into a...
Plywood, Two-By-Fours & A Roll Of Duct Tape – Schooner Wharf’s Wacky Minimal Regatta
Boats constructed from thin plywood and duct tape may not sound very seaworthy. Still, they’re the only vessels allowed in Schooner Wharf’s Memorial Weekend Minimal Regatta. Qualifying crafts can only be constructed from a single sheet of 4’X8’ plywood, two 8’ long...
Read the Book. See the Movie. Key West Author, Judy Blume Hits the Big Screen
Key West has been a haven for writers ever since Hemingway set down roots here in the 1930s. Over the years, our tiny island has blossomed into a thriving arts community dedicated to nurturing creative minds, hearts, and souls. One of Key West’s most celebrated...
Capturing Paradise – Award-Winning Photographer Alan Maltz Creates the Magic
As the official wildlife and fine art photographer for the state of Florida, and with five highly acclaimed coffee table books to his credit (sixth in progress), Alan Maltz is at the top of his game. A master at capturing some of life’s most evocative moments, Maltz’s...
