by Pamela Childs | Mar 22, 2023 | Explore, Top Picks
Ever heard of a Lignum vitae? Derived from Latin, it means “the wood of life” and is among the densest and heaviest woods on earth. So dense, in fact, that structures built with Lignum vitae wood imported from the tropics survived San Francisco’s...
by Pamela Childs | Mar 22, 2023 | Arts & Culture, Explore, What's Up
There’s no arguing that the Florida Keys & Key West embrace a freewheeling exuberance and zest for life — qualities that are reflected in much of the local art. And there’s no better way to experience the “art zest” than with any one of the many art strolls that...
by Pamela Childs | Mar 9, 2023 | Arts & Culture, Explore, What's Up
Who knew that legendary guitarist and rock icon, Jerry Garcia, loved diving and was a fierce activist for protecting our oceans? Garcia’s passion for environmental causes hits home on Friday, March 31 from 5:30 – 9pm when the History of Diving Museum hosts a...
by Pamela Childs | Feb 22, 2023 | Explore, Top Picks, What's Up
Light the candles and blow up the balloons! Because on Wednesday, March 1 through Friday, March 31, Key West celebrates the birthday of iconic playwright, Tennessee Williams. Hosted by the Key West Art & Historical Society, this special event pays homage to one of...
by Pamela Childs | Feb 22, 2023 | Explore, Top Picks, What's Up
Believe it or not, there’s a whole lot more to do in the Keys than just fishing and diving. Not only is there lots of great shopping, but Art and culture are also a big attraction. One museum you won’t want to miss is Islamorada’s History of Diving Museum. Home to...
by Pamela Childs | Feb 22, 2023 | Arts & Culture, Explore, Shopping, What's Up
“Faces of Key West” artist, Letty Nowak, likes to think big. Really big. World-renowned for her unusually large portraits (5’ x 6’), Nowak’s images are both bold and striking. She views her paintings as abstract pieces: blocks of color that she artfully pulls together...