What’s Hot South Florida: 9/25 – 10/1

Yes it’s only September, but this past weekend was filled with events. On Friday the National Gay and Lesbian Task force had a preview for their Miami Recognition Dinner; Sparkle at Haven. Saturday was a marathon which started with the 3^rd annual Julian’s Reverse Quince as a benefit for Sunserve. The next stop was the Fort Lauderdale’s Gay Men’s Chorus Fall Follies. Then it was off to Johnny’s for Sean David’s Roast as part of their 34^th anniversary. Afterwards it was off to Hunters for their monthly Woof party and then down the block to Manor who featured Willam from RuPaul’s Drag Race singing live to the packed house. In addition to all this, Discotekka had one of their famous Waterworks Parties and as you can see from the pic a fun time was had by all. On Sunday, Smarty pants finished their weekend long celebration of their 11^th anniversary. Congrats to Marc and Fritz Ann! Later on we went by Scandals for the annual Leather Masked Ball Leather Auction, and then finished the night at boardwalk for their annual turnabout! Needless to say, it was an exhausting weekend!

Thursday, September 25

Everyone is talking about PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) and there are still many questions!  Join Latinos Salud from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive fora FREE town hall discussion where experts will give you the facts about new method of HIV prevention.

Miss Village Pub, Ashley Blake, presents “The Big, The Bold & The Beautiful” with special guests starting at 9:45pm at Village Pub.

The MDGLCC-U Education Series and Networking Breakfasts on “The New Marketing” presented by Dr. Carmen Delia Ortiz (www.lesbianbusinesspoject.com) will be held at Soyka Restaurant (5556 4^th Court, Miami). She will be presenting “Video, Facebook & Mobile Marketing: What is Working in 2014” where you’ll discover how to grow your business with relevant video content, Facebook ads and Mobile web pages.  Admission: $30 (members) and  $40 (others).  RSVP at Gaybizmiami.com, rsvp@gaybizmiami.com or 305-673-4440.

Friday, September 26

Sidelines Sports and Video Bar presents a benefit for the South Florida Gay Flag Football League, a Casino Night from 8 pm with a $25 buy in that gets you $2000 in poker chips (Texas hold em, Blackjack, and Roulette).  There will also be raffles and a silent auction.

Saturday, September 27

Discotekka welcomes Marco Perez and his dancers. Don’t forget their weekly Underwear contest with $100 to the winner as well as the original La Puta Nota Afterhours at 4am with live percussion by Alex Sanchez. Discotekka stars DJs Sushi and Carlos G along with hosts Poizon, Sasha and Lola Lotus.

Noche Latina Saturdays at the Manor presents the final Preliminary Salsa Contest for Celebrate Orgullo. The winning couple receives $300 in cash and prizes and represents Noche Latina Saturdays at Celebrate Orgullo. Noche Latina Saturdays stars hostess Viva Mirage and DJ Nena with special guest every week. In the Ballroom they present “Boyland” with guest DJ Jalil Z and percussion drums by Jen. 11pm to 4 am with hot go-go boys and no cover.

Sunday, September 28

Scandals Saloon presents their monthly Lady Fancy’s Gospel Jubilee at 6pm. This is a joyous celebration of southern gospel music.

Sidelines Sports and Video Bar presents a South Florida Gay Flag Football BBQ along with Sunday Football starting at 1 pm.

Monday, September 29

The Boardwalk presents a Celebration of Life for the legendary Auntie Mame at 7pm and invites anyone who knew her or was touched by her to come out and celebrate one of the best!

Wednesday, October 1

Sidelines Sports and Video Bar presents a Meet the Candidates Night for all the Wilton Manors offices, and state offices that affect Wilton Manors at 6pm.  They will all be given a chance to speak and tell the people of Wilton Manors who they are…  The invited people are: Mayorial candidates (Doug Blevins, Boyd Corbin, and Gary Resnick (incumbent)); Commissioner Candidates (Justin Flippen, Ted P. Galatis (incumbent), Lillie Harris, Scott Newton (incumbent, Naomi Ruth Parker, Sal Torre, Christopher Warnig and Kimber White); US Representative Candidates (Lois Frankel, Raymond Schamis, and Paul Spain); Governor Candidates (Charlie Christ and Adrian Wyllie) and Attorney General Candidates (George Sheldon and Bill Wohisifer).

This is HOT!

Adams Interiors is featuring $300 off The Comfort Sleeper (no bars, no springs, no sagging) by American Leather.

Mojo’s Barbershop presents a one week special where you get a free eye, ear and nose waxing with the purchase of any one of their services. Offer expires October 2^nd.

Known for publishing comic books biographies of Gloria Steinem, Hillary Clinton, Barbara Walters, and Angelina Jolie, Bluewater Productions announced the publication of Female Force: Liza Minnelli, a new comic book about the life of iconic singer, dancer, and actress Liza Minnelli. Michael L. Frizell writes the 24-page comic book with art by Rafael Cordeiro.  Four collectible covers by artists Keaton Alexander Kohl, Michael Troy, and Cordeiro are also featured. The comic is now released print and on multiple digital platforms.

Don’t let the controversy of her later personal life fool you, Liza Minnelli was once the most respected star of the musical theatre stage. Her signature role as the rough, sexy Sally Bowles in Cabaret defined a uniquely Broadway style, catapulted her to the top of the musical charts, and solidified her position in the pantheon of live performers.

You can order Female Force: Liza Minnelli for $3.99 at Amazon.com, Comic Flea Market. or iTunes just to name a few.  For more information, visit BlueWaterProd.com

This is HOT

Erasure’s (Vince Clarke and Andy Bell) new album, The Violet Flame, hit the streets on September 23^rd. From the moment that The Violet Flame opens, the listener is drawn into Erasure’s empowering sense of optimism. Once again – as they approach 30 years of songwriting, having sold 25 million albums and achieved more than 40 hit singles – with their 16th studio album, the globally-adored duo of Andy Bell and Vince Clarke have created another stunning success of emotionally-charged electro-pop with euphoric, synth-fuelled melodies that strike instantly to the heart.

The Violet Flame, recorded in New York and London and produced by Richard X, sees Erasure express an infectious zest for the future. As ever, the songwriting was entirely collaborative but this time, the warmth of Miami gave a perfect backdrop for the album writing and the starting point, unusually, was Vince’s pre-recorded dance grooves. This proved to be a more instant method of songwriting which saw the songs flow at great speed.

The Violet Flame will be available as limited 2CD edition, which features Erasure’s legendary live performance at Mute’s Short Circuit festival in 2011. In addition, there will be exclusive versions which include the 3CD deluxe box set.

For more information on Erasure go to Erasureinfo.com.

Scott Holland

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