The Key West Songwriters Fest

The Key West Songwriters Festival is not only unique and entertaining, it is a fabulous plunge into the culture of musicians and songwriters; their talent, commitment and passion. Celebrating its 17th year, The Key West Songwriters Festival 2012, is the largest festival of its kind in the world. Since 1997 the festival has grown into both a tourist attraction and a favorite event of island locals. The festival revolves around five days and nights of more than 20 free shows, staged at an array of the island's most popular drinking holes and hot spots, where live music bliss introduces crowds to the faces, voices and stories behind the songs. Diverse lineups featuring more than 100 top songwriters deliver rare, "Key West-only" moments: Informal adaptations of Nashville's signature in-the-round acoustic showcases dominate much of the schedule topped off with a street concert to rock the island. Its a party that can't be missed! Festival Dates: Wed May 2-Sunday to May 6th. For schedule of events and information visit http://www.keywestsongwritersfestival.com/http://www.keywestsongwritersfestival.com/

The Conch Republic Battle for Independence

Join forces this Friday, April 27th to help the Conch Republic stand their ground against the the US Border Patrol in the annual mock battle of the Conch Republic.  Load up on ammunition (wet Cuban bread) and suit up in your fatigues (rain gear) and head down to the harbor to join in the revelry.  The harbor will be filled with boats of all shapes and sizes, who will toss rotten food at each other and those on the sidelines, in a grand re-enactment of our succession from the the Union in the 1980's. Just another event proving the zany and fun loving lifestyle of the locals, there is truly no event like it anywhere else in the world.  The Key West Harbor is the place to be, and all able bodies are commanded to meet a 6pm to watch the fun begin.  After the battle make your war-weary way to Schooner Wharf Bar for the Victory Party and Surrender Ceremony at 9pm. Music by Homemade Wine, one of the hottest up-and-coming bands, will play the night away and a Margarita never tasted so good after a day on the front lines.  For more information and Conch Republic Celebration events visit http://conchrepublic.com/schedule.htm.

Earth Day Festival at Blue Heaven

Celebrate the earth Key West style: with dancing, music, food and laughter. Join locals and visitors alike this Sunday evening, April 22, 5:30pm-10pm at the well loved Blue Heaven restaurant. Blue Heaven on Thomas and Petronia Streets is hosting this family-friendly outdoor music festival honoring Pachamama – Mother Earth – with music by the Florida Keys’ only Rock Nacional band, INS. In honor of respecting and taking care of the Earth everybody's favorite green Key West businesses will have informational displays to guide us in our goal of protecting the earth. Guest musicians include Richard Crooks, Melody Cooper, Ray West, and Madek Uthurunku – with a special interactive performance by the dancers of the Bordello Burlesque Company! No cover, just a suggested donation of $10 per adult to support authentic Latin American music and dance in our City of the Arts! It will be the best party in town! See you there!

17th Annual Taste of Key West

Where else can you taste a multitude of fabulous bite size delicacies from the best Key West restaurants all in one place? At the notorious excitingly edible Taste of Key West, of course! The 17th Annual Taste of Key West will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., Monday, April 23rd on the Truman Waterfront Pier at the end of Southard Street as a benefit for AIDS Help. Every year the event has grown by leaps and bounds and this year promises to be another block buster! More than 50 local restaurants and 100 wineries and vineyards, provided by Republic National Distributing Company will be on hand to provide culinary delights and fine wine tastes. Admission is free…food and wine tickets cost $1 each with “tastes” ranging from $3 to $8. The 2012 Commemorative Wine Glasses sell for $6 each. Participants can begin arriving at 5:00 p.m. to purchase their glasses and tickets prior to the gates opening promptly at 6:00 p.m. It is a food extravaganza complimented by a sunset view and then a night under the stars! Come and enjoy the delights our island has to offer!

Don't Miss This Show!- "Match"

Playing now at the Redbarn Theater on Duval Street, is the Broadway hit MATCH. This complex and compelling show is truly a slice of pure professional theater and is a can't miss for those who love the theater. MATCH tells the story of Tobi, an eccentric and endearing dancer, choreographer and teacher. The story is told through the eyes of a young married couple who go to his apartment to interview him about his life. Their multi-layered agenda collides with Tobi's life story and the audience is pulled into the matrix of their lives. “Uproariously funny, deeply moving, enthralling theater. Belber’s Match has great beauty and tenderness and abounds in wit.” – The New York Daily News. A night at our tropical style RedBarn with amazing theater is a fabulous way to catch the flavor of Key West. Playing March 20- April 15, showtimes are at 8pm, Tues-Sun and on Saturday April 14 there are 2 shows, 2pm and 8pm. Get your tickets now. You may purchase tickets for $30 each, online at http://redbarntheatre.com/or talk to your concierges, Geri or Rebecca and they can help you arrange dinner and show. Enjoy!