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Parrot Heads have asked for it for years - a full length Jimmy Buffett con-

cert on DVD. And now they'll be able to get it.

On August 1, 2006, Jimmy's celebrated performances at Chicago's Wrigley

Field on Labor Day Weekend, 2005, will be released on Mailboat Records

as a full-length show on two DVDs. The sold-out concerts made history in

the Windy City as Buffett's performances were the first at the 92 year-old

ballpark.

“Playing a show at Wrigley Field had, of course, been a left field pipedream

of mine for the nearly thirty years that I have been a Cubs fan and attend-

ing games there. As a performer, you cannot sit in those wooden seats and

look out over the expanse of the manicured field or the decades old archi-

tecture of the stadium itself and not think that a lot more music than the

National Anthem and "Take Me Out To The Ball Game", might go over pret-

ty well within the "friendly confines" of Wrigley Field.”

Released in Dolby 5:1 Surround Sound and presented in 16:9 Widescreen

format, the double disc set (with twelve page booklet) is approx. 2 hours,

45 minutes long and contains 26 favorite Jimmy Buffett songs, plus bonus

footage and some cool surprises, like the show's encore of Jimmy and Mac

McAnally singing "City Of New Orleans" from the bleachers.

Some of the extras include:

n Jimmy and the band performing Bruce Springsteen's hit, "Glory Days"

n Ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro's riveting National Anthem

n Jimmy out and about around the city of Chicago

n Footage of the extensive stage being built

n Tropically-outfitted Wrigley Parrot Heads in their finest attire

n Exclusive backstage/behind the scenes footage

“There might have been some magic at work in Wrigleyville last year, but

I think it was more the amazing efforts of some wonderful people, a little

good timing and a lot of luck, that finally made that pipe dream of mine

come true. In September of 2005, the Cubs once again missed the play-

offs, but the friendly confines of Wrigley Field would belong for two days

to a team known as "The Parrotheads", and playing center field was an ex-

utility infielder from Mobile, Alabama who was armed, not with a

Louisville Slugger, but with a Martin acoustic guitar.”

Summertime, Wrigley Field and a Jimmy Buffett show....a Grand Slam!

Parrot Heads have asked for it for years - a full length Jimmy Buffett con-

cert on DVD. And now they'll be able to get it.

On August 1, 2006, Jimmy's celebrated performances at Chicago's Wrigley

Field on Labor Day Weekend, 2005, will be released on Mailboat Records

as a full-length show on two DVDs. The sold-out concerts made history in

the Windy City as Buffett's performances were the first at the 92 year-old

ballpark.

“Playing a show at Wrigley Field had, of course, been a left field pipedream

of mine for the nearly thirty years that I have been a Cubs fan and attend-

ing games there. As a performer, you cannot sit in those wooden seats and

look out over the expanse of the manicured field or the decades old archi-

tecture of the stadium itself and not think that a lot more music than the

National Anthem and "Take Me Out To The Ball Game", might go over pret-

ty well within the "friendly confines" of Wrigley Field.”

Released in Dolby 5:1 Surround Sound and presented in 16:9 Widescreen

format, the double disc set (with twelve page booklet) is approx. 2 hours,

45 minutes long and contains 26 favorite Jimmy Buffett songs, plus bonus

footage and some cool surprises, like the show's encore of Jimmy and Mac

McAnally singing "City Of New Orleans" from the bleachers.

Some of the extras include:

n Jimmy and the band performing Bruce Springsteen's hit, "Glory Days"

n Ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro's riveting National Anthem

n Jimmy out and about around the city of Chicago

n Footage of the extensive stage being built

n Tropically-outfitted Wrigley Parrot Heads in their finest attire

n Exclusive backstage/behind the scenes footage

“There might have been some magic at work in Wrigleyville last year, but

I think it was more the amazing efforts of some wonderful people, a little

good timing and a lot of luck, that finally made that pipe dream of mine

come true. In September of 2005, the Cubs once again missed the play-

offs, but the friendly confines of Wrigley Field would belong for two days

to a team known as "The Parrotheads", and playing center field was an ex-

utility infielder from Mobile, Alabama who was armed, not with a

Louisville Slugger, but with a Martin acoustic guitar.”

Summertime, Wrigley Field and a Jimmy Buffett show....a Grand Slam!

JIMMY BUFFETTLIVE AT WRIGLEY FIELD

JIMMY BUFFETTLIVE AT WRIGLEY FIELD

TWO DVD SET TO BE RELEASED ON AUGUST 1, 2006TWO DVD SET TO BE RELEASED ON AUGUST 1, 2006

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MMAARRGGAARRIITTAAVVIILLLLEE DDOOWWNN IISSLLAANNDD The beautiful Turksand Caicos Islands are situated 575 miles (or 75 minutes) southeast ofMiami. The islands cover 193 square miles of the Atlantic Ocean, surround-ed by a ribbon of white sandy beaches bordering crystal clear water. GrandTurk is the capital of Turks and Caicos, the financial center of the islands,and is one of the main historical points of Turks and Caicos. The most pop-ular activity is exploring one of the longest coral reefs in the world, andthere are many dive operators and schools for novice snorkelers or experi-enced divers.

Carnival Cruise Lines has leased 37 acres on the southern end of the islandto build a pier, a terminal, transportation center and shops. The originalplan to build in the center of the island was scrapped due to environmen-tal concerns and the desire to invade as little as possible. Jimmy Buffett'sMargaritaville is by far the biggest structure at the cruise center, and at17,000 square feet, is the largest stand-alone Margaritaville Cafe in theCaribbean. In addition to the retail shop and restaurant, a 3-foot deep,500,000 gallon swimming pool winds it way throughout offering a swimup bar, slide, and infinity edge view.

The entire area is professionally landscaped to give the feel of a privateisland for cruise ship visitors, and is less than 100 yards from the crystalclear Caribbean. A few hundred yards offshore the shallow water suddenly

drops to 7000 feet offering a spectacular view of the continental shelf wallfor divers.

Terrestrial travelers may want to explore quaint, laid back Cockburn Town.The administrative capital and the historic and cultural center of theisland that is reputed to have been one of the first that Columbus set footon in his first tour of the Caribbean over 500 years ago. The streets arelined with 18th and 19th century landmarks that reflect the Bermudan stylearchitecture. At the Turks and Caicos National Museum you will find acentral exhibit that tells the story of the Molasses Reef Wreck, the oldestEuropean shipwreck discovered in the Western Hemisphere (dated around1505). It also discloses the rich cultural and natural diversity of the islands.Other historic sites include the Lighthouse, Fire hill and the Hawks NestAnchorage.

The Turks and Caicos government is striving to maintain the character ofthe islands. There will be no noisy water sports such as jet skis, andCarnival Cruise Lines has developed just 14 of the 37 acres it's leased, leav-ing the rest untouched. They want cruise ship passengers to experience theauthentic charm, while not becoming problematic to the sensitive envi-ronment. With careful planning and a variety of options, visitors can wan-der throughout the island and enjoy the historic charm and unspoiledbeauty of Grand Turk.

IT’S YOUR OWN DAMN FAULTParrot Heads tend to do things to excess; eat, drink, party, play…you get the picture. To the outsider they may

seem a bit self indulgent, to the uninitiated they may seem a little over the top. But to the many people who

benefit from their charitable excess, they are indeed, “Angels In Tropical Shirts.”

Margaritaville introduced the Fins Up bracelet as a fundraising tool for the victims of Hurricane Katrina.

After the initial order was quickly exhausted, we decided to continue the bracelet program and spread the

aforementioned excess to organizations in and around the Florida Keys. All are thankful to the Margaritaville

Store for the contributions but we are very quick to inform them that the true donations come from the

Parrot Heads. These same “heads” continue to fund S.F.C. through concert ticket sales.

SOLDIER RIDESponsors cycling events that serve the dual purpose of raising public awareness for the needs of wounded

soldiers while assisting them in their rehabilitation.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITYWhat the poor need is not charity but capital, not caseworkers but co-workers.

CANCER FOUNDATION OF THE FLORIDA KEYSWorks to establish and sustain a positive public image through education, outreach, timely communication

and wise, appropriate and timely aid.

REEF RELIEFA nonprofit membership organization dedicated to preserve and protect living coral reef ecosystems through

local, regional and global efforts.

MARC HOUSE Monroe County Association for Retarded CitizensA non-profit agency that serves adult clients within Monroe County who have developmental disabilities

U.S. FELLOWSHIP OF FLORIDAProvides transitional and permanent housing for low and very low income men and women who have

chronic mental illness.

Captain Tony, what a great lifeand legacy. From his humble

beginnings in Elizabeth, New Jersey tohis even more humble arrival in Key

West on a milk truck from Miami in 1946,Capt Tony has lived and loved life to its fullest

and made countless friends around the world for him-self, his family and for his adopted home, Key West.

Captain Tony Tarracino is the living legend immortalized by Jimmy Buffett in his song ""Last Mango In Paris."

This DVD tells Captain Tony's stories in his own words. Go with Capt. Tonyto the Key West waterfront, to Mel Fisher's Treasure Museum, to Duval St, tothe shrimp docks, and to the "Top" of Key West. He tells how he cheated and

later escaped from the mob in New Jersey and first came to Key West with$10 in his pocket, became a successful charter fishing boat captain by hus-tling customers, turned a small saloon into one of the most famous bars in

the world, ran arms to assist the overthrow of the Cuban government, becamean inspiration to artists including Eric Clapton, Jerry Jeff Walker, David Allen

Coe, and Jimmy Buffett. He socialized with the like of Walter Cronkite andMuhammad Ali and was elected Mayor of Key West.

Tony is living proof of his own words: make every heartbeat count. As thefather of 13 children (aged 19-69), Tony has a unique view of women,

whether nuns or prostitutes, and a compassion for people that is rarely seen.Included as an extra is a collection of many of Tony's personal photographs of

his life in Key West. Filmed by the Key West High School video department,and runs approximately one hour.

#18885 $20.00 $2.00 from each sale is donated to the

Key West High School Video Production Department.

Capt. Tony’sKey West

Capt. Tony’sKey West

Jimmy Buffett’s Singing For Change

Singing for Change offers competitive grants to progressive, community-based, nonprofit organizations thataddress the root causes of social and environmental problems.

Grants are awarded to programs that are concerned with the health, education and protection of childrenand their families, as well as programs that promote environmental awareness and teach people methods ofconservation, protection and the responsible use of natural resources.

SFC supports disenfranchised groups as well; people who have been marginalized in our society because oftheir low levels of skill, education or income; people with AIDS, disabilities, and homeless people.

For more information please see, www.singingforchange.com

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SOLDIER RIDE

Soldier Ride is a nonprofit organizationdevoted to raising public awareness andsupport for the soldiers severely injuredin the current military conflicts aroundthe world. Jimmy performed at a benefitconcert last July for the organization andturned us on to their cause. Woundedwarriors arrived in Key West onSaturday, February 18 cycling downDuval Street past a throng of wavingMargaritians en route to a welcome atMallory Square.

Soldiers and volunteers were met withlengthy cheers and salutes from a KeyWest crowd anxiously assembled on thehistoric dock. Local dignitaries wel-comed the tired two-day tourists withplaques and pronouncements thankingthem for their obvious sacrifices.Emotions ran surprisingly high amongthe grateful group, due not to the mili-tary or mayoral speeches, but rather inresponse to the young men and womenseated on bicycles before us. Thosebound to a code to "take the hit" so wedon't have to. Soldiers driven not by pol-itics, oil policy or religious convictions,but by the age old desire to serve. Butthey were not here for pity or reward,they were here for the same reason allvisitors come to the Keys - to take a breakfrom their lives and enjoy themselves.

A wide variety of bars and attractionsoffered their services to the gallantgroup, who took full advantage of thewelcome, the weather and the wonder-ment that Key West has to offer - fromfishing and sailing to Diva's and DragQueens. Local "ladies" from severalestablishments gathered on Saturdaynight to show their support for the boysin their own peculiarly patriotic way. Wemet up with the gang at theMargaritaville Cafe on Sunday afternoonwhere more than one remarked that theyhad gained a new appreciation andunderstanding of the alternativelifestyles that make our community sospecial. Volunteers told us how thera-peutic this trip had been, that many of

Mr. Buffett,My 17 year old son, Justin, shipped outto San Diego for Marine recruit trainingon June 26th. He will be out of com-munication for about 13 weeks exceptfor letter writing in his "free" time. Hesaid one thing before he left that Ithought you and your staff should hear.Justin told me that the things that willhelp him make it through the toughtimes will be home, Jimmy Buffett'smusic and knowing he's doing some-thing special. I reminded him that hecouldn't take his MP3 player with him.Justin just points to his head and says,"I got Jimmy right here and I don'tneed batteries". I hope this will makeit to you. It's just one father sayingthanks to another.Thanks, Tony Meyer

the men had not been so animated oralive in months. We are so proud to havebeen a part of it, so pleased that manyothers in town were involved, and soappreciative of the Soldier Ride organi-zation for sharing their cause. Thank youfor coming.

The soldiers participating in this eventwere cycling in support of their injuredcomrades recovering in military hospi-tals across the country. Participation inour cycling events aids in the rehabilita-tion process of the wounded, givingthem opportunity to reinvigorate theirbodies and showing them how much lifestill has to offer. Each rider is providedthe adaptive equipment needed to ride abicycle though missing one or morelimbs.

Soldier Ride was formed by a group ofpeople from East Hampton, New Yorkwho came together to show their supporttowards the members of our armedforces who have sacrificed so much forus. In 2004 one of our members, ChrisCarney, cycled across America to raisemoney and awareness for The WoundedWarrior Project, a nonprofit organizationthat assists severely injured servicemenand women.

Please visit www.soldierride.org

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PARROTHEADSTUDIES...is that at Domino College?by Paul Leslie, Buffettologist

As a college kid, normally I take road trips to get AWAY from school. I was

going to witness a weekly class at the University of North Carolina Wilmington,

entitled “Hon 120 Parrothead Studies”. According to the syllabus, the description

reads, “Parrothead Studies is an honors course which delves into the study of

Jimmy Buffett fans. Based on Stebbin’s theory of serious leisure, various research

approaches and designs will be utilized to understand the Parrothead experience.””

The syllabus goes on to state an objective as “Develop an understanding of the

phenomena of being a Parrothead.”

Lodging was courtesy of Scott Nickerson, the founder of Parrot Heads in Paradise

(PHIP) and the Atlanta Parrot Head Club. Scott took me to meet the two instruc-

tors at the UNCW “Office of Parrothead Studies” (not making this up). Officially

the professors are Dan Johnson PhD and Candy Ashton PhD. Not ones for for-

mality, their students call them “Danny” and “Candy”. The idea of coming up with

a Parrothead class was birthed in... a parking lot. Dan and Candy decided if they

would start a serious study on Parrotheadism as leisure, they could write off ticket

prices on their income tax.

I was surprised at how interested the students were in the topic. I never really

thought of Buffettmania as a phenomenon. But their curiosity about Parrot Heads

was not as outsiders looking in. I asked the class, “How many of you are Jimmy

Buffett fans?” Every hand went up. The class, not unlike Buffett concert tickets, is

in demand. The registration for this class typically fills up in about an hour.

Professor Dan remarks, “You can tell your friends, I’m taking a Parrothead class.””

Plus, the class is a lot of fun. They take field trips to the Myrtle Beach

Margaritaville Cafe and interview the fans at the parking lot tailgate parties at

Buffett concerts.

I wondered if Jimmy Buffett knew that there was a whole college course dedicated

to his following. He did send the class an email, saying if he had taken the

Parrothead Studies class when he was in college he would have flunked it also.

Although light-hearted, the class does have serious aspects. There is required read-

ing. They read articles about serious leisure and leisure theory. Many of the classes

center around talking to people who come to visit the class, such as Scott

Nickerson, Radio Margaritaville Guest DJ Andrew Talbert, and musicians like

Hugo Duarte and Chris Bellamy who used to play with Buffett back in the day.

They also listen to Jimmy Buffett songs in class. Professor Dan explains, “We have

students identify their favorite song, and then hopefully there is some story about

why they liked it or where they were when they first heard it.”

They also examine the phenomenon of Parrot Head Clubs. How did the world of

Jimmy Buffett fans become synonymous with giving back to the community? Does

Buffett music attract particularly charitable people? Perhaps one day Mr. Buffett

will come to the class to give his perspective on this phenomenon. He has, after all,

been in the front row, witnessing it all.

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