On Tuesday, December 1st Broward House held their second annual World AIDS Day Candlelight March in Wilton Manors. It was a windy night, but that didn’t stop over 850 people with lit candles from walking down Wilton Drive remembering those we’ve lost to HIV/AIDS. The walk came to an end in Georgie’s Alibi parking lot with memorable words from Terry DeCarlo and Angelo Castillo from Broward House, Broward County Mayor Ken Keechl, Wilton Manors Mayor Gary Resnick, among others. On Friday night some of the Hotspots crew was in Miami Beach to check out Bill Maher live at the Fillmore. If you have only seen him do his HBO panel shows the standup experience is a little freer and less impartial. His act is refreshing, eye opening and as real as it gets. His “take no prisoners” attitude comes out loud and clear when it comes to his style of comedy and insightful views and opinions of the world. Afterwards we went over to the grand opening of Noche Latina Friday’s, finally in Miami after over 11 years in Fort Lauderdale. The new location is on Calle Ocho at La Casa De Tula, and it was packed with beautiful Latin eye candy. The night featured fabulous Latin music, a beautiful patio, hot go-go boys and performances by Vegas Dion, Erika Norell and Justice Divine. Congratulations to Rolando Garcia and the staff of NLf for a fabulous grand opening. Saturday afternoon Pride of Greater Fort Lauderdale hosted a thank you party for the sponsors and volunteers of Wicked Manors in Richardson Park. Even though it rained, the barbeque was great.
Thursday – Dec 10
From today until December 16th the Pride Factory offers 30% off all holiday items and 10% off all 2010 calendars.
Friday – Dec 11
Noche Latina Fridays in Miami at La Casa De Tula presents Latin recording artist Tony Cruz singing live at 1:30 am. The night is hosted by Vegas Dion and features the hottest DJs spinning Salsa, Latin House, Merengue, Reggaeton and all your Latin favorites, hot go-go papis and free parking.
The Precise Agency Group has announced that they will host Fantasy Wonderland, an event that will benefit the Children’s Diagnostic & Treatment Center (CDTC) and will be co-sponsored by several local and national brand names such as Gourmet Mist, Couture Confections and adult beverage sponsors Ty.Ku Liqueur and Landshark Beer. Hosted by Michael Hendrix and Chad Crow, this event will be the second annual benefit from 8:30 to11:30 pm at The Precise Agency Group Ft Lauderdale office.
Saturday – Dec 12
Sean David, in association with BelAmi, presents the Peters Twins at Johnny’s tonight and tomorrow with 2 live shows nightly. The Peters are the hottest twins in the video industry and this will be their first club appearance worldwide and their only appearance in the US.
Sandals, in association with Sony Music Latin and Granda Entertainment, invites you to the CD release party for “Thalia En Primera Fila” with Gia Nicole as Thalia.
The Stable presents Dames & Dudes at 8 pm starring the Lady Fancy and Chad Brock with special guest Nancy Ross.
Congregation Etz Chaim, Wilton Manors’ only synagogue, proudly presents the world famous, Jewish singer-songwriter Debbie Friedman in a Chanukah Concert at 8 pm. The concert will be held at Temple Beth Torah, 9101 N.W. 57th Street, in Tamarac. Tickets to the CEC/Debbie Friedman Chanukah Concert are $65 for the Front Center sections, $50 for the Side Front Sections, and $30 for the Rear Sections. Special $18 Rear Section seats are available for youth sixteen and under. For more information and ticket sales send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Congregation Etz Chaim, 1881 N.E. 26 Street, Suite 100, Wilton Manors, FL 33305 or call (954) 567-8599 ext. 1.
Sunday – Dec 13
Club Sugar premieres their all new cabaret starring Amanda West and guests at 11 pm sharp.
Jump start your holiday shopping with this month’s Market Bazaar in the Shoppes of Wilton Manors from 10 am to 4 pm. They will also feature a holiday fashion show at 12 noon sponsored by Bottoms & Tops, Gaymart USA and Chic Optique.
The owners, management and staff of Bill’s invite you to their annual Holiday Celebration from 5 to 9 pm benefiting Kids in Distress. Bring an unwrapped toy or gift and receive a complimentary holiday buffet at 5 pm. They will also feature a special holiday show featuring Cashetta at 5:30 pm.
The Animal Wellness Foundation proudly announces the third annual Santa Paws pictures. Kids, pets and parents are all welcome to take pictures with Santa. Professional pictures will be taken by Limm Portrait Studios. Please call 954-537-3505 to reserve your sitting.
Sinful Sunday at Johnny’s becomes Saintly Sunday for one week with bartender Matt. If you bring a new unwrapped toy of appropriate value or gift card Matt will buy your drinks from 5 to 8 pm. This is a benefit for Kids in Distress.
The monthly Martini Madness takes place at Matty’s from 7 to 9 pm to benefit Poverello. The event is hosted by Dale Madison and Nicolette and sponsored by Ultimat Vodka.
Wednesday – Dec 16
Tonight is the grand opening of the Manor restaurant, ultra lounge and nightclub. Go buy your outfits as this is going to be an event you do not want to miss!
Wednesday is leather night at the Stable. Wear your leather and get happy hour pricing open to close and watch Leather Boy Justin perform on stage and on the bar.
Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce: presents the 1st Annual “Holly-Gay” Party on Wednesday, December 16th at HALO Lounge, 1625 Michigan Avenue, Miami Beach, from 7 pm to 9 pm. $15.00 suggested donation to benefit the MDGLCC Foundation for Area Youth. We ask that you bring a holiday gift card from Macy’s, Target, etc. to be given to Pridelines Youth Services. With your contribution, your first drink is on the house! Photo-ops available with Santa Claus & Mrs. Claus and hors d’oeuvres courtesy of South Beach Insurance.
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Scandals Saloon has adopted a family in need for the holidays. From now until December 21st purchase a Scandals stocking for just $5.00. On Monday the 21st redeem your stocking and a FREE drink coupon. All proceeds will help this family celebrate a special Christmas.
Directed by Rob Marshall (Chicago), NINE is a vibrant and provocative musical that follows the life of world famous film director Guido Contini (Daniel Day-Lewis) as he reaches a creative and personal crisis of epic proportion, while balancing the numerous women in his life including his wife (Marion Cotillard), his mistress (Penelope Cruz), his film star muse (Nicole Kidman), his confidant and costume designer (Judi Dench), a young American fashion journalist (Kate Hudson), the whore from his youth (Stacy “Fergie” Ferguson) and his mother (Sophia Loren). The original 1982 Broadway production of NINE, nominated for twelve Tony Awards and winning five, including Best Musical, was directed by Tommy Tune, choreographed by Thommie Walsh, starred Raúl Juliá with music and lyrics by Maury Yeston and book by Arthur Kopit. The 2003 Broadway revival of NINE received eight Tony Award nominations and won two, including Best Revival of a Musical.
Jeffrey Sanker’s (promoter and friend of south Florida) Sunday night club Voyeur in West Hollywood, JeffreySanker.com played host to friend Lady Gaga, who dropped by to thank her gay fans at the first official release party of her new CD “The Fame Monster” following the American Music Awards.
Warner Bros Nashville and Lisa Lamapanelli have just launched a contest where you can win some cool prizes. Check it out here WBRNashville .com/lisalampanelli/ and send us your funniest original joke
to win.
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Is there a gay man out there who hasn’t pondered the meaning of masculinity? Insightful interviews mixed with entertaining eye-candy make this fast-paced testosterone tour a must-watch movie for all gay men. From the Castro clone culture of the 1970s to today’s bears and gym rats, this fascinating investigation of gay men and masculinity blows the lid off old stereotypes and showcases a strapping battalion of interviewees including muscle men, rodeo riders, rugby players and cops.
The men speak candidly on a range of topics from homophobia to metrosexuality to embracing effiminacy as they reveal what it means to be a gay man in America today. The Butch Factor stars Vincent Calvarese, Harry Lit, Peter Nardi, Bil Yoelin, is directed by Christopher Hines and is 76 minutes long. It is available for pre-order from WolfeVideo.com
