Submitted by Fred on

Court House Deli Bench

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When I vacation in Key West I have a regular Friday night routine of sitting on a bench across the street from the weekly "Sound Check" at Key West's iconic rock n' roll Green Parrot venue.

 

The Boys

 

I've come to consider the bench, fronting the Court House Deli, to be the epicenter of Key West culture and humanity. There, no one has a label or preconceived status.  It is a melting spot populated by a potpourri of artists, street people, lawyers, retirees, drinkers and writers.  Needless to say, one has an opportunity to mix with an interesting variety of people on the Bench.  

Another tradition is to post a Bench photo (last week pictured above) on the Court House Deli Bench Facebook page (yes it has a page) which allows for virtual participation and commentary. 

It's like "Cheers" of vintage TV fame.  

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Fred Klein

Shout out to my regular bench mates Milkman Davis and my guy Guy!

Submitted by Liz_Saldana on Thu, 03/15/2018 - 22:13

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Liz Saldana

Looks like you always have a great time.
Norman Spizz

Which one are you? Artist, lawyer, writer or drinker?

Submitted by Judy_Mauer on Thu, 03/15/2018 - 22:33

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Judy Mauer

I wait for those pictures every week. someday I hope to join you 8-)

Submitted by Fred on Thu, 03/15/2018 - 22:55

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Fred Klein

There may be a conflict today precluding the picture as Joanne has another opening at the same time

Submitted by SoniaSaleh on Thu, 03/15/2018 - 23:05

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Sonia Saleh

What a wonderful tradition.

Submitted by Fred on Thu, 03/15/2018 - 23:37

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Fred Klein

You should visit it after painting. :)
Rona Gura

I actually was wondering when this blog would appear. Having seen the pictures on Facebook, I thought it would make excellent blog fodder.

Submitted by MarilynGenoa on Fri, 03/16/2018 - 01:15

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Marilyn Genoa

Loved the picture, loved Cayce's comment--variety indeed. So interesting

Submitted by Fred on Fri, 03/16/2018 - 01:52

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Fred Klein

Variety in Paradise...
Corey Bearak

You certainly seem relaxed. i'd be at the sound check! (especially if Paul C. is playing!)

Submitted by NeilHollander on Fri, 03/16/2018 - 07:22

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Neil Hollander

I call this phenomena "Psyche - Free zones." When I first moved to California in 1971 I settled in Palo Alto right off the Stanford campus . The whole town was a Psyche Free zone . It was a new concept for me coming from the Likes of an all men's college and an all men's Navy . Hamburger joints in the eucalyptus groves with empty long necks all over the tables . My softball team had a neuro surgeon on the mound. A female neuro surgeon . Behind the plate we had the Fry Cook at a local hangout called " The Dutch Goose ." A couple of Stanford professors , a dentist , a mail woman and an ER nurse . Burgers and Buds at the Goose to follow each game . Egos checked at the door . Psyche Free Zone . And so I live my life that way today . Please don't ask me what I do . Ask me about The Yankees or ask me for a recipe or a good book recommendation . But don't ask me late for dinner !

Hollander Sends

Submitted by Fred on Fri, 03/16/2018 - 08:02

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Fred Klein

I'm asking you to write about Dylan!

Submitted by Alex_Fecci on Sat, 03/17/2018 - 08:03

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Alex Fecci

Interesting... No Women... Far Different from your Office Fabric...

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