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Starting his sixth year at Kurrent’s Restaurant in the Marco Island Marriott Hotel, Michael Cohen has established himself as a jazz saxophonist extraordinaire. Not only playing great standards everyone can relate to, he does such great improvisations that it will ...

Best known for his roles in three “Police Academy” movies, Bob ‘Bobcat’ Goldthwait will appear at Capt. Brien’s Off the Hook Comedy Club from Thursday, April 10 through Sunday, April 13.

The Marco Players season is coming to an end with a final production of “Tribute” written by Bernard Slade. The play appeared on Broadway with Jack Lemmon in the starring role as Scottie Templeton. It was nominated for a Tony ...

Bring your chairs to the Town Center and listen to the music of J. Robert who has been hailed as “Mr. Florida.” With his steel pan and fiddle, you will hear the likes of cool tropical jazz, calypso/tourist songs, ballads ...

Duncan Wheeler came to my attention several years ago at the Snook Inn where he was playing the guitar and singing. Following his career, seven years later his performance is as good now as it was then, if not better.

Lori Adams, a Marco Island resident, is the consummate fisherwoman. With her vast experience in fishing, she has earned the names of “The Walleye Queen” and “Bass Mistress” in Wisconsin and signs her e-mails “Fish Hooker.”

While approximately 150 members of the Marco Men’s Club were socializing before their meeting on their annual Joke Day, 11 past presidents’ wives were in a back room at Mackle Park readying for the joke of the year.

Rev. Linda Johnson, associate seasonal pastor at Wesley United Methodist Church has instituted “Journey to the Cross” which, for the second year, will be held on Good Friday, from 3 to 7 p.m. This is an experiential, hands-on opportunity that, ...

Tom, Tina and U.S. Express is one band you won’t want to miss. The three-piece combo at Cracklin Jack’s is an unlikely trio but they know how to blend their music and voices. Renowned musicians who have entertained across the ...

Get ready to gear up for green beer and loads of fun not only on St. Patrick’s Day but the entire week! The best part is you don’t have to be Irish to enjoy Irish entertainment by Robbie Doherty at ...

Looking to clean out your house or condo and get rid of unused items? Is your kitchen overloaded with unnecessary housewares? Now is the time to rummage through and donate ‘gently’ used items to Wesley United Methodist’s rummage sale that ...

Christi Martin is the new voice at the Marco Polo Restaurant and Marco Island is lucky to have such a great talent added to the entertainment community.

The weather couldn’t have been more beautiful last Friday when the Marco Island Yacht Club held their annual Blessing of the Fleet. At 10:30 a.m., boats that ranged from the small, medium and large including sail boats, congregated in Factory ...

Get ready for a night of many laughs at the Marco Players Theater. Their latest production of “Weekend Comedy” written by Jeanne and Sam Bobrick opened Wednesday and will continue through March 6.

Marco Island held its 25 Annual Community Prayer Breakfast last Friday with an attendance of approximately 440 people. Held at the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort Golf Club & Spa, the program began with the Marco Island Praise Band, Prelude ...

If you’ve never been to New Orleans, you don’t have to go that far to hear the greatest live Dixieland music this side of the Mississippi. Just head over to the Olde Marco Inn on Tuesday nights from 6 to ...

When a good Irish singer/songwriter comes to Marco Island and the audience truly enjoys him, that’s one good reason to bring him back again. So once more, you’re in for a real treat. Harry O’Donoghue returns to Cathy O’Clarke’s Irish ...

Marco Presbyterian Church’s 22nd annual conference was held last weekend and included a group of missionaries, who all spoke about their work in faraway places. A Women’s Brunch with wives of the missionaries offered an opportunity for them to talk ...

Richard S. Tuttle, a Marco Island resident for the past 20 years, decided 10 years ago to start writing. So far, he has written 23 books. A big reader of fantasy books since high school, he started writing in what ...

Merrill is his name, and playing every Sunday night at the Little Bar Restaurant in Goodland is his game. But who is Merrill? I really couldn’t tell you anything about his background because he refused to do an interview. And ...

CashVegas, a country rock band from Nashville, Tenn., offers a group of all star musicians. Starting Feb. 16, and just for a few days, they will be delighting the audience at Almost Famous Mel’s in Marco Island.

Although in a lot of pain, up to the bitter end Leslie Juriet fought her battle with breast cancer. She lost that battle on Feb. 5 this year. Juriet and Cindy Mueller were co-owners and operators of Center Stage Productions, ...

The Marco Players are truly bringing culture to the community. In addition to the scheduled plays for the season, they held their first “Ladies Who Lunch” series on Feb. 9 at noon.

Besides his singing and guitar playing, the first thing that attracted me to Mark Thompson was his curly hair. His hairdo looked like he just rolled out of bed. Oh, to have curls like that and just let them do ...

Although St. Patty’s day is a month away, Irish entertainers can always be found at Cathy O’Clarke’s Irish Pub & Grille. This week’s entertainer is Tom O’Carroll, a folklorist, who plays the guitar and sings various Irish as well as ...

Best known for his appearances on Whose Line Is It Anyway, Greg Proops will be performing stand-up comedy at Capt. Brien’s Off the Hook Comedy Club from Feb. 14 through Feb. 16. A terrific performer, he’s also the best dressed ...

Wesley United Methodist Church will have their fourth Arts and Craft show Feb. 17 after the 9 a.m. service and the 10:30 a.m. service. Bill Mosely will display pictures, cards and other items; Susan Patton, photographer, will be there as ...

In tune with the various arts programs on Marco Island, Wesley United Methodist Church will welcome the Philharmonic Orchestra on Feb. 15 at 8 p.m. for a performance of Haydn’s “Drumroll” symphony with Kristen Sonneborn playing the bassoon as the ...

Some people like to go to church not only to worship God but also to hear and sing contemporary worship music. Others enjoy traditional hymns. Wesley United Church gives everyone a chance to enjoy both and then some. They will ...

With his soft, mellow voice, his songs take in every genre. He sings songs appropriate to the people that are dining and per their requests — and there are many.

It should be an interesting and funny show because Mason is well known for his long passion about politics and his tough and outspoken position on a variety of issues.

For a small city like Marco Island, we should be proud that we have so many exceptionally talented musicians. One musician, Dan Vass, particularly stands out because he is multi-talented on the piano, violin and pan flute. He entertains at ...

Regardless of the church you attend, you may not want to miss a group of five interdenominational mothers from Tampa, a praise and worship team called MOSAIC. They will be leading the worship songs at the 9:00 a.m. contemporary service ...

Nothing is nicer than sitting down in a restaurant that has entertainment and still be able to hear conversation at your table. Such is the case at the Blu Fusion Restaurant when Paul Maclaine, keyboardist and singer entertains.

The Marco Island Historical Society (MIHS) continues to have great things happen. The latest excitement is that WGCU has invited MIHS members and the public to a free premiere showing of a film developed on the history of Marco Island.

Attending a dress rehearsal for “Relatives and Other Strangers” was very enlightening. There are signs to be made, volume and microphones checked, stage settings, etc. Such was the case Tuesday evening at the Marco Players Theater.

What a wonderful way for a family to spend a Sunday afternoon after church. Hearing the children having a wonderful time in their new playground at the Marco Presbyterian Church would bring tears to your eyes. And the parents were ...

Connie’s Art Workshop and Gallery will present “Life is One Big Canvas,” a Juried Art Show from Jan. 21 through Feb. 5. Three prizes will be awarded at the reception when the winners will be announced for first, second and ...

What started out as Classic Taxi five years ago has been transformed into one of the most recommended transportation companies in Southwest Florida. Originally owned by Lester Fogel, there were seven employees, a few Town Cars, and six vans when ...

“Patsy Cline – The Lady, The Music” is an original two-act musical stage show featuring singer-actress Larraine. The show pays tribute to Patsy Cline’s life and the music she made popular in the 50s and 60s, music that people remember ...

Civil War enthusiasts know that Florida played a major role in the war. But how many people know the part Marco Island had in it? Robert Macomber, a well-known maritime historian and author lectured on just that subject held at ...

On a recent outing to Erin's Isle Restaurant, I didn't expect to see a singing nun, but she certainly does have a heavenly voice. Sister Kaite's vibrato is very good and she can sing several octaves.

Most everyone is familiar with the sign in the big lot next to the library which reads “Future home of the Marco Island Museum.” That sign is no longer applicable thanks to the year-end donation from Jon and Sonja Laidig ...

Every morning from 5:30 to 9 a.m., tune your radio to 1270 AM or 1240 on Marco and listen to “Daybreak with Mandy Connell.” The guest speaker for The Woman’s Club of Marco Island luncheon meeting, Connell was exceptional not ...

Marco Presbyterian Church has something to be excited about. They will have a playground by Jan. 10 on the front grounds of the church. It will have slides and two climbing towers and the volunteers are anxiously awaiting direction from ...

The Jezzebelle’s have been the Friday night hot entertainment at Porky’s Last Stand for the last four years. Their high energy music is not only great for dancing but equally entertaining as watching them perform.