#schoonerwharf

[reduxforyou]

New! #schoonerwharf hand-screened t-shirts available at @mysticnautical #reduxforyou #silkscreen #marketing (at Mystic Nautical Marine Consignment) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0tSxuQpJQY/?igshid=1bsusc1lphy23

[sailontalltales]

It doesn't look like this gull isn't very impressed with the Mayflower 2 being unveiled...but we are! View from the dock this morning... #schoonerwharf @thisismystic @ctvisit @downtownmysticct #mysticseaport #sailontalltales #sailing #stoningtongct #connecticutpictures #connecticutcoast #mynewengland #ct_shoreline #sailontalltales (at Sail On Tall Tales) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0Od8z_A68I/?igshid=1tyhk4akma1e3

[torchkey]

Paul Cotton (formerly of Poco) (in white hat) performs #keywest #schoonerwharf #waterfront great music with @hpeche (at Schooner Wharf Bar)

[traderscott]

35/365/2020 - Masts #SchoonerWharf #MyHappyPlace #CrystalBallPhotography #PicADay — view on Instagram https://ift.tt/2OtfhJQ

[keywestlou]

SHIRLEY VALENTINE

Love Shirley Valentine!

A 1989 British film. Warm and touching. The story of a middle aged woman who visits Greece and decides to remain. Her love and life come into play. The wakings and complexities of middle age.

The film touched me. I have reseen it several times on television.

When on the London stage, it was a one woman show. The film was expanded to include many characters.

Key West’s Fringe Theater is performing Shirley Valentine May 17-27. I do not know how many in the cast. What I do know is I plan on seeing the show. Everyone should.

Last night, another evening at the Chart Room. The bar full. One seat at the far corner of the bar available. Said hello to John.

The gentleman next to me said, “You’re Key West Lou.”

It was Mark from five years ago. He had a better memory than me. We had met in the Chart Room five years ago. We spent a couple of hour last night chatting.

Mark 55. He has spent most of his adult life in what I would describe the sophisticated medical supplies field. Does a lot of traveling. Off to Munich next.

Married, lives in Boston.

Politically, a Trump fan. Made our conversation even more interesting.

Hope we run into each other again in the days he has left in Key West.

Left the Chart Room hungry. Was heading to Hot Tin Roof when I recalled the cupboard was bare once again. Skipped the Hot Tin Roof and headed to Publix. One of my purchases was a barbecued chicken which I enjoyed later at home.

The Minimal Regatta coming! Technical name the Schoonerwharf Minimal Regatta. The 26th annual one. May 28.

I am providing early notice so you can get ready to participate, if you so desire.

The race is directly in front of Schooner Wharf. The boats all man made. Materials skimped on, of course.

The following represent ALL the materials that may be used in the boat’s construction: 1 sheet of plywood, 1 pound of plywood fasteners, 1 roll of 2�� x 60 yards duct tape, and 2 2 x 4s.

Success is not dependent on sea prowess. It is all dependent on constructing a boat that does not fall apart and sink.

A fun time!

The Minimal Regatta reminds me of what grown people do in Key west. Return to their childhoods!

Several years ago, I wrote a lengthy column in KONK Life on embalming. Surprisingly, the only country where embalming is a common practice is the United States. Not legally required by federal law. A few state laws mandate it.

Lincoln’s funeral train brought embalming to the attention of the American public. The train was carrying Lincoln’s body to Springfield, Illinois for burial. The trip took 13 days. Traveled through seven states and 180 cities.

Decomposition of Lincoln’s body was a concern. Especially the decomposition odors that would emanate  from it. The decision was to embalm.

A popularity for embalming grew slowly over the years following Lincoln’s burial.

This past week Trump signed another Executive Order. This one establishing an Advisory Commission on Election Integrity. Commission seats are being filled rapidly.

Trump’s puppet Vice President Mike Pence is chairman. Commission members appointed thus far are state officials. Most of whom already have a track record of supporting state laws that minimize a person’s right to vote.

A stacked deck.

Trump continues to believe he would have received 3 million votes more had there not been irregularities at the polls. All information/investigation to date reveal no voter fraud.

Wasted money, wasted time. To satisfy one person’s ego.

Enjoy your day!

  SHIRLEY VALENTINE was originally published on Key West Lou

[gdwoodruff]

#Repost @hemihunter11 with @get_repost ・・・ All the way down here in Key West I park my scooter and see a little piece of home. #genevaonthelake #90milestocuba #keywest #schoonerwharf (at Uncle Gary's Hula Shop & Safari Supply)

[funinkeywest]

Beer kinda day... #funinkeywest #keywestflorida #schoonerwharf #beerkindagirl #beerkindaday #beerisalwaysagoodidea (at Schooner Wharf Bar)

[sandyritson]

Clarence "Big Man" Clemmons ! Sax - Bruce Springsteen Band. Schooner Wharf, Key West. Photo Sandy Ritson. A caring soul n' fine gentleman! #clarenceclemmons #saxophone #brucespringsteen #estreetband #schoonerwharf #keywest #love #music #band #photooftheday #evelina #raven #bar #restaurant (at Schooner Wharf Bar, Key West)

[countryinaz-blog]

Live music on the ocean in Key West. #schoonerwharf #keywest #florida #vacation #islandlife #keywestflorida #KelloggVacation (at Schooner Wharf Bar)

[reduxforyou]

Hanging out at #schoonerwharf working on chairs! #seatweaver #seatweaving #chairnerd #mysticct #stoningtonct (at Mystic, Connecticut) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1Bs_8nJs17/?igshid=1eg0ikrc4sskj

[runawaybill]

Key West, Florida - let the pARTy Countdown begin … on this day 20 years ago I was driving to Savannah, Georgia … today saw my “Schooner Wharf” bar stool empty calling me … I had to accept the pARTy Gods’ invite … bartender “Angus” greeted me & remembered my beer-of-choice was “Yuengling” #RunAwayBill #rabDUSA2021 #DUSA2021 #rabSelfies #RAB20thAnnivrsary #rabSchoonerWharf #SchoonerWharf #Bars #rabBarsUSA #BAR_RAB #BarsRAB2021 #rabBARSofKeyWest #rabKeyWestBars #rabBARSofFlorida #rabBarUSA #rabKeyWest #KeyWest #rabFlorida #Florida 11.23.21 (at Schooner Wharf Bar) https://www.instagram.com/p/CWoVMrkvuC1/?utm_medium=tumblr

[sailontalltales]

Arriving back to #schoonerwharf at sunset after a long sail! Thank you to our guests yesterday for spending part of your Sunday with us! Looking forward to a full day sail soon. #mysticct #downtownmystic #newenglandsummer #newenglandliving #connecticutcoast #connecticut.coast #lovingconnecticut #lovingct #seamystic #thisismystic #sailontalltales #daytripping #sailing #mysticriver (at Sail On Tall Tales) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz5WG5jAb-j/?igshid=638uiydi3fzz

[krisspalding]

Quite possibly the longest and greatest days we've had. We lost things... sat next to Rick James... the Coast Guard got called... all in a day's work! #keywest #latepost #schoonerwharf

[kurtdoerfel]

My #basic but #tight #drumset . Playing at #schoonerwharf in #keywest #tonight . loving my #resonant sticks so much! @resonant_on

[runawaybill]

Key West, Florida - while I was hangin’ at the bar, this gentleman “John” introduced himself … “John” saw my “Coastal Cafe” T-shirt from Virginia Beach, Virginia and the “Coastal Cafe” is his local VB hangout too - so cool! … a hello to “Barrie” from Key West! #RunAwayBill #rabDUSA2021 #DUSA2021 #rabSelfies #RAB20thAnnivrsary #RABpARTyPal #rabSchoonerWharf #SchoonerWharf #rabBARSofKeyWest #rabKeyWestBars #rabBARSofFlorida #rabBarUSA #Bars #rabBarsUSA #BAR_RAB #BarsRAB2021 #rabKeyWest #KeyWest #rabFlorida #Florida 11.16.21 (at Schooner Wharf Bar) https://www.instagram.com/p/CWX3Fe6L3oI/?utm_medium=tumblr

[runawaybill]

Key West, Florida - I met die-hard Key West visitors “Joan” & “John” from New Jersey … this pARTy Pal duo are 10-year KW veterans and they KNOW Key West pARTy Spots! … I know new pARTy Bars thanks to this great pARTy Team - thanks very pARTy Much “Joan” & “John” #RunAwayBill #rabDUSA2021 #DUSA2021 #rabSelfies #rabSchoonerWharf #SchoonerWharf #rabBARSofKeyWest #rabKeyWestBars #Bars #rabBarsUSA #BAR_RAB #BarsRAB2021 #rabBARSofFlorida #rabBarUSA #RABpARTyPal #rabKeyWest #KeyWest #rabFlorida #Florida 11.16.21 (at Schooner Wharf Bar) https://www.instagram.com/p/CWX2DO6ro2T/?utm_medium=tumblr