An Evening with David Sedaris (Matinee)
SECOND SHOW ADDED!
Bestselling author and master of dry wit David Sedaris will grace the stage of Tennessee Williams Theatre in Key West with his unmistakable blend of sharp humor and piercing social commentary, following the release of Happy-Go-Lucky and his first children’s book, Pretty Ugly. Known for his distinctive voice and deeply personal essays, Sedaris is one of America’s most celebrated humorists, captivating audiences with stories that are at once hilarious, poignant and unflinchingly honest.
An Evening with David Sedaris
Bestselling author and master of dry wit David Sedaris will grace the stage of Tennessee Williams Theatre in Key West with his unmistakable blend of sharp humor and piercing social commentary, following the release of Happy-Go-Lucky and his first children’s book, Pretty Ugly. Known for his distinctive voice and deeply personal essays, Sedaris is one of America’s most celebrated humorists, captivating audiences with stories that are at once hilarious, poignant and unflinchingly honest.
HEART LIFE MUSIC: An Evening in Conversation with Kenny Chesney
Kenny Chesney went from outside the Knoxville city limits, playing sports and loving music to being elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame. Rewriting and refocusing what a song could be, he fused rock, reggae, bluegrass, and a whole lot of positive energy to become a songwriter/superstar who spends time away from his tours in the Keys, Caribbean and points beyond on his way to being the only country artist in Billboard's Top 10 Touring Acts of the Last 25 Years for the past fifteen years.
Invasive species in the Florida Keys with Dr. Mader
Dr. Mader will discuss the changes in the Florida Keys’ fauna and flora over recent decades, highlighting the impact of invasive species. Notable invaders include the Green iguana, pythons, Lionfish, Cuban tree frogs, Haitian curly-tailed lizards, Myna Birds, and Monk parrots. Invasive plants like Australian Pine and Brazilian Pepper trees also pose significant threats. Each new species, regardless of size, harms the sensitive ecosystem of the Keys.
Key West Historic Days: “Echoes of the Island” Panel & “After Party”
"After Party" at Hellings Curry Museum, home of the Key West Woman's Club.
Open bar, appetizers and desserts from the new 2025 Key West Woman's Club Cookbook provided by the Key West Woman's Club.
Sip n' Paint: Celebrate Spring, Island Style!
We are "painting" a garden. Canvases can be painted separately or as a group. So much fun!
One of a kind painting events- Paint the Tale!
Sip n' Paint: Celebrate the Luck of the Irish!
It's the "luck" of the IRISH! Paint to stories of luck and superstition!
One of a kind painting event- Paint the Tale!
Coral Restoration: Improvise, Adapt, and Overcome
Dr. Spadaro will discuss applying new technology, novel methods and materials, and classic ecological theory to the holistic restoration of Florida’s Coral Reef. In collaboration with multiple nations and institutions, he is working with large native crab that have the potential to facilitate dramatic, large scale coral restoration.
Galapagos Fishes, From the Shore to the Abyss & From Darwin to DNA
Dr. Jack Stein Grove will be drawing from 50 years of research and adventures in the Galapagos Islands, Dr. Grove will discuss the natural history and incredible wildlife of the enchanting archipelago.