What’s HOT South Florida (5/23/2013 – 5/29/2013)

May 22, 2013

This week started off with the Alibi’s 16th anniversary, which started on Wednesday and went through Saturday. The anniversary featured a T-shirt give-a-way, the ring presentation and ended on Saturday with a performance by the one and only Lady Chablis. Congrats to Mark, Jackson and the entire staff. On Thursday, Lips presented a tribute to Cher benefitting Poverello as a kick off for the 23rd annual Bowling to Fight Hunger. On Friday night, the Boardwalk celebrated the birthday of Howard Marr of Fabscout, who as I write this is vacationing with his mom in Mexico (Bitter party of one writing this…LOL). All weekend long was the annual Aqua Girl with events all over Miami. Here is a pic of Spykey Dykey (Male Impersonator) performing at the Palace. Saturday night was the 1st anniversary of Coliseum in Doral and they celebrated with a Las Vegas Style theme including gaming machines as well as with a fashion show starring many Latin Divas and of course hosted by the queen of the casa, Marytrini. In Fort Lauderdale, Noche Latina Florida celebrated their 15th anniversary at Noche Latina Saturdays at the Manor. The theme of the night was Quinceañera, and the Latin Room and Patio was literally transformed into one. The night was hosted by Viva Mirage and Erika Norell and featured guests Champagne Bordeaux and Athena Dion, Hot Latin Go-Go gods and $1,500 in raffles and prizes. Both events were packed, which goes to show you how many Latin people live and party in South Florida!

Thursday, May 23

The Pride Factory presents a Memorial Day Sale all week until May 29 where they are taking 20% off clothing, swimwear and underwear plus an additional 10% off already marked down items (other than red tagged items).

Friday, May 24

The Boardwalk presents adult video star, Jimmy Fanz, all weekend long starting tonight and going through Sunday.

The Manor features the first of 2 official White Fort Lauderdale parties leading up to the main event when Bubble Gum Fridays presents “White Hot” (the only 18 and over White Fort Lauderdale event) with performances by Serena, Estephania, TP, and Sasha and music by DJs JPS, and Miik.

Saturday, May 25

Discotekka doesn’t care what you wear as long as it is white as they present their annual White Wear Party featuring special guest DJ Mike Gentile from Barcelona as well as DJ Vinecio Rotelli, DJ Miik, and DJ Carlos G. The party will also celebrate the birthday of Poizon Ivy.

The Manor features the second of 2 official White Fort Lauderdale parties leading up to the main event when Epic Saturdays presents “White Heat” starring DJ Joe Gauthreaux and in the Latin room and patio Noche Latina Saturdays presents “Fuego Blanco” with hostess Viva Mirage and very special guest from RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, Latrice Royale. The night also stars DJ Larry Larr. 10:30 pm to 4 am with No Cover!

Boom presents their annual Military Ball, which salutes our troops. The night will star DJ Frank Corr.

As part of Boot Camp Weekend, Bill’s presents a Uniform Party starting at 9pm because everyone loves a man in a uniform. The music will be by DJ Andy Ajar.

Today, tomorrow and Monday The Club Fort Lauderdale presents a huge free poolside BBQ at 2 pm. This is a Fort Lauderdale tradition over Memorial Day Weekend for over 30 years!

Sunday, May 26

Gary Santis Events, in association with Hilton Wolman Events presents the 15^th annual White Fort Lauderdale from 10 pm to 4 am at Revolution Nightclub (100 SW 3^rd Ave), a spectacular indoor/outdoor white event starring the one and only DJ Abel with special performances by Kitty Meow, Florida Acrobats, and more. Limited advance general admission tickets are available for only $25 at ShowClix.com/Events/White2013. For more info or VIP Room/Bottle service call 954-557-4279.

Off the Hookah is hosting their annual Memorial Day Weekend White Party event with special celebrity guests.

Ruff Riders hosts a Pool Party at the Coral Reef Guesthouse (2609 NE 13th Court) from 1pm to 6 pm with music, food, pool games with Malcolm, contests and much more. Admission is free!

The Depot Cabana Bar and Grill presents their Memorial Day Weekend T Dance from 2-6pm starring DJ Scott Mann.

The Lighthouse ArtCenter will be presenting an ocean-themed festival from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. This community celebration for all ages will feature an art contest for children, open ceramic studio, interactive mural painting, raku firing, raffle, music, and refreshments. Lighthouse ArtCenter School of Art is located at 395 Seabrook Drive, Tequesta, Fla, 33469. For more information call 561-748-8737 or go to: LightHouseArts.org.

Back by popular demand the Alibi features entertainer extraordinaire Randy Roberts with 2 shows starting at 8 pm.

Scandals Saloon presents their monthly Lady Fancy’s Gospel Jubilee with the fabulous Jubilettes. This is good old fashioned southern gospel that makes you want to stand, cheer and dance!

Monday, May 27

Equality Florida presents dinner with Super Bowl champ and Marriage Equality advocate Brendon Ayanbadejo at Kitchenetta (2850 North Federal highway). VIP is 5:30-6:30 with dinner from 6:30-8:30. Get tickets now at EQFL.org/ChampEvent.

The Village Pub presents a Memorial day show with 2 show times; 8:30 and 10:30 starring Melissa Morga, Tonna McKenzie and whomever is crowned Miss Village Pub (just days earlier).

Wednesday, May 29

Tonight and next Wednesday the Village Pub invites contestants can compete in the preliminary rounds of the Village Voice hosted by Nicolette. The top 2 from each week will compete on June 12 where the winner will represent Village Pub at the Voice of Stonewall Competition at summer pride. You need to sign up by 8 pm to enter.

Hot Stuff

The Sugar Chest Antique Mall (960 N Federal Highway in Pompano) is having an Anniversary Sale with 15-40% off through the end of the month. Check them out. TheSugarChestAntiqueMall.com.

It’s National Burger Month and Rosie’s has been celebrating all month with $1 off their burger of the day. Check out Rosie’s before the month ends!

This is HOT

One of the world’s largest motion picture exhibitors is pleased to announce a special in-theatre performance of the 1963 Twentieth Century Fox masterpiece Cleopatra on Sunday May 26 at 2pm. Tickets for Cinemark’s Classic Series are now available at Cinemark.com or at the participating theatre box office.

Twentieth Century Fox has meticulously restored the 243-minute original theatrical version of Cleopatra to commemorate its 50th anniversary.

In 51 BC, Cleopatra became queen of the Egyptian Empire: the wealthiest and most revered kingdom the world has ever known. More than 2,000 years later Twentieth Century Fox Studios set out to tell her epic story in what would become, at the time, the most ambitious and lavish moviemaking endeavor in Hollywood history. Elizabeth Taylor signed a one million dollar contract to play the title role of Cleopatra, becoming the first female star to command such a sum for one picture. Elaborate sets and costumes, production delays and the relocation of principal filming from London to Rome added to the skyrocketing budget.

Directed by Academy Award winner Joseph L. Mankiewicz, the historical epic shot on 70mm film took home four Academy Awards and was the highest grossing films of 1963 earning more than $57 million in its initial release.

On May 28, Cleopatra will make its Blu-ray debut in a 2-Disc 50th Anniversary Edition artfully packaged with a full-color book featuring rare images that provides a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the making of this legendary film. The Blu-ray is packed with dazzling bonus materials featuring never-before-seen exclusive content including Cleopatra’s lost footage, commentary from Chris Mankiewicz, Tom Mankiewicz, Martin Landau and Jack Brodsky, behind-the-scenes featurettes, and more