ENTERTAINMENT » BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL during the peak months of November through May. From June through October the fee is $300 to rent the venue. The site has become a favorite for weddings as it includes a spacious outdoor gazebo area. Starr and Scott Anderson were at the First Saturday Concert enjoying a night out with friends. Both Starr and Scott are active in the Plant City community and were impressed with the facilities at Keel and Curley. Starr offered, “This would be a great place to host a class reunion. It is casual and fun!” Mike Cook, a weekend server at Keel & Curley explained the Friday Night “uncorked” event as a time to unwind and visit with friends. Guests can enjoy
Gerry Williams Band sang songs of soul, funk and rhythm. Photo by Sherrie Mueller
live entertainment by local musicians on the covered deck. Happy hour, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., includes half price on beer and glasses of wine. Appetizers are served from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. There is a $5.00 cover charge for the popular weekly event. The atmosphere is always casual and fun at “Uncorked Friday.” Table reservations are recommended for both First Saturday Concert and Uncorked Friday events. The next First Saturday Concert on July 1 will begin at 7:00 p.m. and features The Vodkanauts of Tampa, a group known for their” surf rock” music. Call 813-752-9100 for reservations. Keel & Curley is located at 5210 Thonotosassa Road in Plant City.
Scott and Starr Anderson order from Mike Cook of Keel and Curley at the First Saturday Concert. Photo by Sherrie Mueller
KEEL AND CURLEY HOSTS FIRST SATURDAY CONCERT WINERY WRITTEN BY: SHERRIE MUELLER
Every first Saturday of the month Keel and
Curley invites guests to sit back and enjoy their favorite wine, beer or soda and listen to the band.
On a recent Saturday Concert night The Gerry Williams Band comprised of nine members rocked the house as guests danced, celebrated special occasions and enjoyed an evening out with friends. The band entertained with the sounds of a trumpet, trombone, sax, electric piano, steel drums, drums, and guitars. Keel and Curley added to the festive evening by offering the ladies free wine freezes. The frozen, slushy drink choices were Wild Berry Pinot Noir with Pina Colada, Black Raspberry Merlot with Raspberry Mix, Strawberry Risling with Strawberry Mix, and Key West Key Lime with Margarita Mix.
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On the spacious covered deck Corey Swingle was celebrating his graduation from Brandon High School with family and friends. Keel and Curley provides a family atmosphere for most any occasion. The venue can accommodate up to 200 people comfortably. Corey’s family brought in Corey’s favorite Mexican food for guests to enjoy as they celebrated his accomplishment. Among the guests were Alex Knott and Robert Woods who were also celebrating their graduations from their respective schools, Armwood High School and Strawberry Crest High School. Clay Keel, son of owner Joe Keel, is the Venue Manager. He explained that groups can reserve tables for their parties and bring in their own food. If it is a band night there is a cover charge of $8.00 per person. Beverages must be purchased on the premises. For large parties the venue may be rented out for $600 for four hours
Mike Cook of Keel & Curley Winery pours a glass of Wild Berry Pinot Noir. Photo by Sherrie Mueller