SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Daily • Barefoot Billy’s Jet Ski Home of the Island Jet Ski Tour. Expert guides deliver a 27 mile “must do” adventure from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico and back. Choose from three of Key West’s best beach resort locations. Call for free shuttle. 305-735-2241. Barefootbillys.com. Barefoot Billy’s Jet Ski | 1435 Simonton St $$ • *Venus Charters Snorkeling & Dolphin Watching Trips. Take a trip on the only lesbian owned and operated charter in the Keys. Venus Charters offers the finest in personalized eco-friendly Charters, Sunsets, Unions at Sea, and Private Fishing Charters. 305-304-1181. Garrison Bight Marina | 711 Eisenhower Drive $$ • Womenfest Hospitality Suite. Your first stop for tickets, t-shirts, map, and more. Silent Auction includes 40th Anniversary Punta Cana Music & Comedy Vacation from Olivia, Key West Wedding Package from Old Town Manor, and more. Tues through Sat 10-5pm and Sunday 10-2pm. Conference Room on South Street next to the Tranquility Pool. Southernmost Hotel | 1319 Duval St • Hanging Out in Gay Key West. Whether you’re looking for a drag show, karaoke, dance floor, or just a great place to hang, check out these bars in Gay Key West: 801, Aqua, Bobby’s Monkey Bar, Bourbon Street Pub, and LaTeDa. • Live Music at Schooner Wharf Bar. This unique outdoor music venue is “A Last Little Piece of Old Key West.” Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy live music harbor side weekdays from noon to 11pm; weekends noon-Midnight. Schooner Wharf | 202 William St • The Green Parrot Bar. There’s been ‘No Sniveling’ at the Green Parrot since 1890. This is one of the island’s oldest bars. Eclectic. Eccentric. And just plain fun! Live music Friday and Saturday nights at 10pm. Friday and Sunday “Sound Checks” at 5:30pm. Green Parrot Bar | 601 Whitehead St • Corday and the Cougars at Cowboy Bill’s Honky Tonk. All girl band Corday & the Cougars are back at Cowboy Bill’s for Womenfest! Playing great music nightly from 10pm to 2am. It’s a dance party all week long! Cowboy Bill’s Honky Tonk | 618 Duval St • Sister Funk at Hog’s Breath Saloon. A favorite Key West hangout meets a favorite Womenfest band when Sister Funk plays all week at Hog’s Breath. Recently inducted into the Women’s Hall of Fame for rocking a decade of music! Hog’s Breath | 400 Front St
Tuesday, September 4, 2012 See our Daily Listing for more ideas.
• 5:30pm – 8:00pm. Opening Party at Big Ruby’s. Great food, drink, and fabulous entertainment. That’s how we’re kicking off Womenfest 2012. DJ Rude Girl spins tunes at this All Welcome poolside party. Meet the women you’ll be seeing all week as well as many members of our business community. Complimentary food, Barefoot Wine, and open bar. Co-sponsored by Centennial Bank. Big Ruby’s Guesthouse | 409 Appelrouth Lane $ • 7:00pm – 11:00pm. Live Music at Schooner Wharf Bar. Enjoy “A Last Little Piece of Old Key West.” Listen to live music harbor side. Talented guitar player and singer, Raven Cooper, performs 7pm-11pm. You won’t believe her wide range of vocal styles that rivals an earthy Janis Joplin, orchestral Julie Andrews, and bluesy Billie Holiday. Located at the foot of William Street on the Historic Harbor Walk. Schooner Wharf | 202 William St • 10:00pm – 2:00am. Corday and the Cougars at Cowboy Bill’s Honky Tonk. Jennifer Corday welcomes you to Womenfest with her sexy all girl band. Corday and the Cougars play a non-stop high energy show full of all your classic rock faves. These ladies aren’t just eye candy! Great music and great drink prices all week long. Cowboy Bill’s Honky Tonk | 618 Duval St
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• 8:00am – 3:00pm. Womenfest Golf Scramble. Register as an individual, a four member team, or anything in between! Entry Fee includes beer, soda, and a hot lunch. Prizes for best team, longest putt, best drive, and more! All skill levels welcome. Check-in at 7:00am and Shotgun Start promptly at 8:00am. Register at womenfest.com. Key West Golf Club | 6450 E. College Drive $$$ • 2:00pm – 6:00pm. *Speed Meeting at Pearl’s. The hysterical Christine O’Leary hosts this poolside party! Whether you’re looking for a new best friend, your next great love, or another name for Facebook, meet them at Pearl’s Patio Bar & Grill during this afternoon of “getting to know you” fun and games with Happy Hour specials. Pearl’s Key West | 525 United St • 7:30pm – 9:00pm. Women(film)fest Presents: I Stand Corrected. The Transforming Story of Jazz Virtuoso Jennifer Leitham. This beautiful award-winning documentary is about music, dreams, and the journey toward self. “One of the best documentaries on the festival circuit this year,” — The Advocate. Q&A with director Andrea Meyerson (Laughing Matters). Tickets at tropiccinema.com. Co-Sponsored by Olivia and Diamonds International. Produced by StandOut Productions. Tropic Cinema | 416 Eaton St $ • 10:00pm – 2:00am. Sister Funk at Hog’s Breath Saloon. A favorite Key West hangout meets a favorite Womenfest band when Sister Funk plays all
week at Hog’s Breath. They rock. They roll. They keep us dancing the night away! Curve Magazine calls this award-winning all-girl band “provocative and entertaining.” We just call them hot! Hog’s Breath | 400 Front St
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• 2:00pm – 5:30pm. Mojitos, Music, and Cornhole by the Pool. Sister Speak plays a poolside concert to keep you entertained with their acoustic rock music while you swim with friends and enjoy special drink prices. Register to compete in the 2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament! Practice rounds (and instructions for beginners) from 2-4. Competition starts at 4:05. Register at 305-942-6973. No Cover. Lighthouse Court Hotel | 902 Whitehead St • 6:00pm – 9:00pm. Pearl’s Fun-Raiser for Womankind with Beverly McClellan. Electric! Mesmerizing. A Powerhouse. The Voice’s Beverly McClellan turns this Womenfest classic into a Womenfest must do! Hosted by comedian Christine O’Leary, the evening showcases this spectacular musician. Complimentary wine, beer, Pearl’s Punch, and hearty hors d’oeuvres. Benefits local healthcare provider, Womankind. All welcome. Tickets at pearlskeywest.com. Pearl’s Key West | 525 United St $$$ • 10:00pm – 2:00am. Cowboy Bill’s Bull Party with Corday. Dance in your boots or flip-flops. Corday and the Cougars return to Womenfest by popular demand! This all-girl band is going to rock the house with their unique blend of country and rock. Competitive Bull Riding Competition lets you compete for cash and prizes at 11pm. No cover. Cowboy Bill’s Honky Tonk | 618 Duval St
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• 10:00am – 4:00pm. *Fury’s All Women Ultimate Adventure. Enjoy sailing, snorkeling, jet skiing, parasailing, kayaking, rock climbing wall, water trampoline and water toys! Breakfast, lunch, beer, wine and sodas included. 305-294-8899. Tickets at furycat.com. Fury Water Adventures | 631 Greene St $$$ • 10:00am – 12:00pm. Paint a Key West Rooster with Rick Worth at TSKW. Paint step by step with one of Key West’s most famous artists—with
or without experience! Take home your 8 x 10 canvas painting as a lasting souvenir. All materials are provided. Doors open 9:45am, begins 10am sharp! Register at tskw.org or 305-296-0458. The Studios of Key West | 600 White Street $$ • 12:00pm – 3:00pm. She Magazine’s Beach Blanket Babe & Butch Bash at Bourbon. Now in its 15th year, this pool party is a signature event of Womenfest! This year, it gets even better at a new location right off Duval Street. Head through Bourbon Street Pub and discover a tropical oasis complete with tiki bar and hot tub! Great music by DJ Lixs. Tons of games, contests and prizes. Presented by She Magazine. No Cover. Cash Bar. Bourbon Street Pub | 724 Duval St • 5:00pm – 8:00pm. *Pearl’s Pink Happy Hour. Sexy DJ Rae Rae keeps the party hopping while Pearl’s Crew pours fabulous drinks at this special girls-only happy hour! Hosted by comedian Christine O’Leary. Excellent Happy Hour specials. Go where the girls are! Pearl’s Key West | 525 United St • 5:30pm – 8:00pm. *Sunset Watersports All Women Dinner Cruise & Tea Dance with Sister Funk. All inclusive price includes tropical buffet dinner and well mixed drinks, draft beer, wine & champagne. Have dinner, then party, while you watch the beautiful sunset and enjoy the music of Sister Funk on this 2-1/2 hour tropical sunset dinner cruise. Tickets at sunsetwatersportskeywest. com or 305-296-2554. Sunset Watersports | 201 William St $$ • 6:00pm – 9:00pm. Smokin’ Tuna Happy Hour with Corday. Corday and the Cougars will rock your Womenfest Happy Hour at the Smokin’ Tuna. Known as one of great live music venues in Key West. Great drink prices. Great drinking friends. Smokin’ Tuna Saloon | 4 Charles St • 8:30pm – 10:00pm. Curiously Strong Comedy 2012. Produced by StandOut Productions (Laughing Matters). “A comedy tour de force!” Erin Foley, Sandra Valls and Chantal Carerrre are in mint condition and performing outside the box! “Freaking Hilarious!” “Explosive Mix.” Co-Sponsored by Olivia and Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory. Tickets at womenfest.com. San Carlos Institute | 516 Duval St • 10:00pm – 2:00am. Smokin’ Music at Smokin’ Tuna. Featuring The Amy Lee Band. Former Sax Player for The Jimmy Buffett Band will rock the night away on Friday and Saturday night! This music-driven, outdoor venue hosts some of the finest music you’ll find anywhere. Home of The KW Songwriters’ Festival. Fresh Seafood. Killer Music & Gonzo. No cover. Just off Duval Street in the 200 block, Old Town. Smokin’ Tuna Saloon | 4 Charles St
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• 8:00am – 12:00pm. Barefoot Billy’s Jet Ski Home of the Island Jet Ski Tour. Expert guides deliver a 27 mile “must do” adventure from the Atlantic
Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico and back. Choose from three of Key West’s best beach resort locations. Call for free shuttle. 305-735-2241. barefootbillys. com. Barefoot Billy’s Jet Ski | 1435 Simonton St$$ • 10:00am – 12:00pm. Paint a Key West Rooster with Rick Worth at TSKW. Paint step by step with one of Key West’s most famous artists—with or without experience! Take home your 8 x 10 canvas painting as a lasting souvenir. All materials are provided. Doors open 9:45am, begins 10am sharp! Register at www.tskw.org or 305-296-0458. The Studios of Key West | 600 White Street $$ • 12:00pm – 4:00pm. *Pearl’s Pool Party and Bikini Contest. It’s an allstar lineup at this all-girl pool party! Musician Michelle Dravis opens. The hysterical Christine O’Leary hosts. DJ Rae Rae spins, and NBC’s The Voice star Beverly McClellan rocks the house as the party’s featured performer. BBQ, live music, and fun in the sun! Competition starts at 1:30pm. Pearl’s Key West | 525 United St $$ • 4:00pm – 5:15pm. Gay Key West Trolley Tour. Take a tour of Gay Key West and see what our island has to offer: history, adventure, architecture, and a rich gay culture. “Hilarious and informative!” Co-Sponsored by Diamonds International and Old Town Trolley Tours.Tickets at 305-294-4603 or at HTA Angela Street Depot | 628 Duval St $$ • 6:30pm – 8:30pm. *Fury’s All Women Commotion on the Ocean Live Music Sunset Sail. Leave your worries behind as you sail into the beautiful Key West sunset and watch the sky and water turn amazing colors. Live music by Corday and the all-girl Cougar band. Free Beer, Wine, Champagne, Margaritas and Appetizers are included. Tickets at furycat.com or 305-2948899. Fury Water Adventures | 631 Greene St $$ • 8:30pm – 10:00pm. Eat It Raw at Old Town Manor. Tantalize your taste buds with a wine paired dessert tasting! Amazing RAW desserts served by local restaurant, Help Yourself. 100% organic ingredients. All of the pleasure and none of the guilt! Enjoy a unique culinary experience hosted in the historic gardens of the Old Town Manor B&B. Limited space. RSVP 305-2922121. Old Town Manor | 511 Eaton St $ • 9:00pm – 10:30pm. Womenfest Burlesque ‘Forbidden Fruit.’ Key West is home to some of the finest and most innovative burlesque dancers in the
country. Enjoy this unique and ‘tit’-ilating show that features dance, athleticism, artistry, and beautiful women! Produced by Key West Burlesque. Preshow dinner specials available downstairs an Mangoes Restaurant. Tickets at 305-771-0279. Upstairs at Mangoes Restaurant | 700 Duval St $$ • 10:00pm – 2:00am. Cowboy Bill’s Pink Bull Party. It’s a Sexy Pink Bull Riding Contest that you won’t want to miss! Live music featuring awardwinning Corday and the all-girl Classic Rock Cougars begins at 10pm. Bull Riding Competition lets you compete for cash and prizes at 11pm. No Cover. Cowboy Bill’s Honky Tonk | 618 Duval St
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• 10:00am – 11:00am. Key West Church Services. Metropolitan Community Church and Unity of the Keys each invite you to become a part of their community. MCC is located at 1215 Petronia and holds service at 10am. Unity is located at 1011 Virginia and holds service at 11am. • 10:00am – 2:00pm. Womenfest Hospitality Suite. Last chance! T-Shirts and Silent Auction bids. Special Vacation Package from Olivia and a Key West Wedding Package from Old Town Manor. Bidding closes at 2pm. Conference Room on South Street next to the Tranquility Pool. Southernmost Hotel | 1319 Duval St • 11:00am – 1:00pm. IWFFA Kelly McGillis Flag Football Exhibition Game. International Women’s Flag Football team invites ‘loose women’ (individual players) to join in the game! Warm-up at 10am. Register at iwffa@iwffa.com. Wicker Field | Kennedy and 14th St • 12:00pm – 3:30pm. *French Kiss Recovery Pool Party at Alexander’s. Ease into the day in Alexander’s all women, clothing-optional pool party. Pool volley ball. Sexy DJ Frenchy. Free appetizers. French Kiss shots being sold to benefit our local health care provider, Womankind. Enjoy two pools, a hot tub, and two sundecks. No Cover. Cash bar with drink specials. Alexander’s Guesthouse | 1118 Fleming St • 5:30pm – 7:00pm. Sound Check at the Green Parrot. Grab your poodle skirt, roll up your jeans, or grease back your hair! This week’s sound check features South Florida’s premier Doo Wop group, Joey Dale and The Gigolos. Rhythm and Blues. Big Band. Motown. Rock. This is dancing music! No cover. No Sniveling. Join the fun at Key West’s oldest bar. Green Parrot Bar | 601 Whitehead St *Women Only Event. Event schedule and pricing subject to change. For the latest updates, please visit our website at womenfest.com.
Alexander’s Guest House — (Women Only) A premier gay and lesbian resort. Historic charm mixed with contemporary accents, set inside a lush tropical garden. Delicious breakfast daily. Pool and bar. Enjoy this intimate atmosphere created in the spirit of wellness, ease, and comfort. Women Only for Womenfest. 1118 Fleming Street • 800-654-9919 • AlexandersKeyWest.com Big Ruby’s Guesthouse — (LGBT) Key West’s only LGBT guesthouse with four international locations! Luxurious rooms. Heated lagoon pool, Jacuzzi, and a gym. Breakfast prepared to your order pool side each morning. Wine social each evening. Voted by Out Traveler readers as the Number One Gay Bed & Breakfast Internationally. 409 Appelrouth Lane • 800-477-7829 • BigRubys.com Eden House — (All Welcome) A tranquil setting with all of the amenities and none of the attitude. Affordable rates. Short walk to Duval. Pool, Jacuzzi, elevated sundeck, waterfalls, hammocks, swings, wi-fi and friendly service. Mention WF when booking for 15% off our normal off-season rates. Rooms for 1-5 people. Free happy hour daily. 1015 Fleming • 800-533-KEYS • EdenHouse.com Key West Vacation Center — (Reservations) Wondering who accepts pets? Has clothing optional pools? Want to rent a house, a condo, or find the right hotel room at the best price? One phone call is all you need! Let Key West Vacation Center find just the right spot for your Womenfest stay. Lesbian owned and operated. Call Babs at 866-539-7222 • KeyWestVacationCenter.com Lighthouse Court Hotel — (All Welcome) Conveniently located just one block from Duval. Stay at Lighthouse Court Hotel or any of our 6 boutique hotels in Old Town near everything you want to do! Rates start at $139 per night during WF, Sept 4th -9th, 2012. WiFi. Complimentary breakfast, served poolside. WF music event on Thursday! 902 Whitehead Street • 800-549-4430 • HistoricKeyWestInns.com Pearl’s Key West — (Women Only) Be at the heart of Womenfest when you stay at this distinctive resort which goes Women Only for Womenfest. This award-winning renovated historic inn has two heated pools, two outdoor hot tubs, concierge services, and full breakfast daily. Meet the girls at poolside happy hour nightly at Pearl’s Patio. 800-749-6696 • 525 United Street • PearlsKeyWest.com
Rose Lane Villas — (All Welcome) Nestled on a quiet lane in the heart of Old Town. Beautiful one, two, and three bedroom historic villas are generously equipped for your vacation with full kitchens, swimming pool, and parking. Mention Womenfest when booking and receive 10% discount off our normal off-season rates. Check-in at 511 Eaton Street • 305-292-2170 • RoseLaneVillas.com Santa Maria Suites — (All Welcome) Beautiful two bedroom suites with spa-like baths, overlooking an unforgettable pool courtyard.Private balconies and terraces enclose a secret garden sanctuary. Modern conveniences just one block from the ocean and Duval. Ideal for families or friends traveling together. 1401 Simonton St. • 866-7268259 • SantaMariaSuites.com Southernmost Hotel Collection — (All Welcome) Where Duval Street meets the Atlantic Ocean. Beautiful rooms, pools, beach, tiki bar, and restaurant. Host of the Womenfest Hospitality Suite. Get 10% off with 4 night minimum. Code WFS&S10. Enjoy 15% off with a 5 night minimum. Code WFS&S15. Valid Sept 3-13, 2012. 1319 Duval Street • 800-354-4455 • SouthernmostResorts.com The Banyan Resort — (All Welcome) Experience a world full of lush and fragrant gardens on a Caribbean Estate tucked away one block off Duval Street. Indulge in this tranquil oasis while enjoying the finest of amenities. Full Kitchens & MP-3 Docking Stations. Two pools, Jacuzzi and Tiki Bar. 15% Womenfest Discount. 323 Whitehead • 866-371-9222 • TheBanyanResort.com The Gardens Hotel — (All Welcome) Named “The Prettiest Hotel in Key West” by The New York Times. Over an acre of lush, tropical landscaping just steps away from Key West’s infamous gay bars on Duval Street. The Gardens Hotel calls to mind the best of elegant “boutique” hotels, but with a decidedly “Key West” atmosphere. 526 Angela • 800-526-2664 • GardensHotel.com
Womenfest is produced by the Key West Business Guild. This 501(C)(6) is one of the oldest LGBT Chamber of Commerce organizations in the US and boasts over 450 LGBTA members. Please visit the Gay Key West Visitor Center at 513 Truman, to learn more or go to www.kwbgonline.org.