Fort Lauderdale
BEAR NATION T-DANCE
Sunday Mar 27 from 6 to 11 p.m. at The Manor Entertainment Complex, 2345 Wilton Dr. in Wilton Manors. A monthly special event featuring Bear deejay, Bill James, spinning the classics and the music you love to dance and sing along to. Hot man dancers and flaggers too. $15 import beer buckets, $12 domestic beer buckets. Drink, dance and be hairy.
“The best little whorehouse in texas”
The Fort Lauderdale Gay Men’s Chorus is presenting their first fully staged production of a musical – “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” with a twist. All roles, including those traditionally played by women, will be played by men. This show is for mature audiences. The Fort Lauderdale Gay Men’s Chorus production of “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” will be presented on Friday, April 1 and Saturday, April 2, 2011 at 8 p.m. at the Parker Playhouse in Fort Lauderdale. Tickets are $25, $35 and $45, plus $1.50 parking fee and any handling charges that may apply.
Tickets are now available through the Parker Playhouse website, www.parkerplayhouse.com, the Broward Center Box Office in person, or at (954) 462-0222, from www.TheFTLGMC.org, or through chorus members.
THE STARS SHINE BRIGHT
Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 3 from 4 to 6 p.m. for the 2011 Stars of the Rainbow honorees represent individuals, businesses and organizations that exemplify the spirit of volunteerism and/or activism. Honorees have represented the LGBT community in a positive light, and have supported the efforts of the Pride Center.
Only a limited number of $150 tickets are still available for what promises to be the social event of the season located in the Crystal Ballroom at the Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six, 2301 S.E. 17th Street Causeway in Fort Lauderdale. To purchase tickets go to, starsoftherainbow.com.
This year’s event will be hosted by Bishop S. F. Makalani MaHee and Donna Woessner and includes great entertainment, terrific hors d’oevres, cocktails, and outstanding company and fellowship in service to our community.
For information about additional underwriting and sponsorship opportunities, please contact David Yalen, Membership Development Coordinator at (954) 463-9005 or email dyalen@pridecenterflorida.org
Central Florida
NIGHT OF HOPE
3rd annual Night of Hope: Benefiting the Hope & Help Center at Revolution, Thursday Mar 24 from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at Revolution Nightclub, 375 S. Bumby Ave in downtown Orlando. Hosted by Neema and Chantel Reshae with special guest, Miss Florida USofA, Deloris Van Cartier. Doors open at 9:30 p.m. Cover $5, suggested donation. 100% of the proceeds benefit The Hope and Help Center of Central Florida. Complimentary champagne. Showtime at 10 p.m. Performances by Angelica Sanchez, Jahnelle Mizion, Alana Michaels Adonis, Kai’ja Adonis, Baby Blue, Kitana Infiniti, Bella Adonis, Christopher McIntyre, Adriana Infinity, Atomic Adonis and many more. Reserved seats or questions, contact Jose Marrero at (407) 421-6979.
ORLANDO WHITE PARTY
Saturday Apr. 16, 2011 from 8:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Parliament House, 410 N Orange Blossom Trail in downtown Orlando. Time to start planning for one of Orlando’s biggest parties of te year. Featuring Juju Bee, Alexis Mateo, Shangela and Yara Sofia. D.J. Brianna Lee spinning the hits for “Elevate” White attire encouraged. Rooms are going fast. Book now at www.parliamenthouse.com.
“EROTICA” ORLANDO’S HOTTEST PARTY
The art of seduction! This is always a giant event with adult video stars everywhere. Meet with the stars starting at 10:30 p.m. and autographs at 1 a.m. Vendors in the courtyard. This is one you don’t want to miss, it’s one of the biggest events of the year, so make your reservations now rooms are limited. Lots and lots of half-naked men everywhere. Don’t forget you can also get a great bite to eat or a gourmet steak at the Rainbow Cafe. Saturday, Mar 26, from 10 to 2 a.m. at the Parliament House, 410 N Orange Blossom Trail (W Livingston St) in Orlando.
Babes in Bonnets Fundraiser at Parliament House
Monday, Apr 18, 7 to 9:30 p.m., Parliament House, 410 N Orange Blossom Trail in downtown Orlando. This is a citywide event benefiting the Orlando Youth Alliance (OYA), a local charity that provides free of charge, peer-to-peer support groups, education and a positive environment for Orlando’s LGBT youth. Hosted by: Darcel Stevens & Michael Wanzie.
MISS HEART OF ORLANDO PAGEANT
This is a preliminary to Miss Heart Of Florida. Monday, Apr. 18, from 9 to 12 p.m. at Mr. Sister’s, 5310 E Colonial Dr. in Orlando.
Miami
PANDORA EVENTS: DESCARGA
Saturday Mar 26 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Bar 721, 721 North Lincoln Lane on South Beach. A monthly Latin night filled with beautiful women. Special guest, D.J. Vixen playing a hot mix of your favorite Latin sounds with go-go dancers and live entertainment. Great new prices. $4 domestic beer, $5 imported beer, doors open at 10 p.m., 21 and over.
AIDS WALK MIAMI
Sunday Apr 3 from 7 to 10 a.m. Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr. on Miami Beach. Join our grand marshal, Jai Rodriguez, Bravo Network’s “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy” for the 23rd annual AIDS `Walk Miami, a 5K (3.1 mile) walk-a-thon fundraiser benefiting Care Resource.
Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. at the Miami Beach Convention Center followed by the opening ceremonies and invocation at 8:30 a.m. The Walk begins promptly at 9:00 a.m. and is followed by a post-walk celebration at the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens featuring complimentary drinks, snacks, vendor booths and entertainment sponsored by MTV Latin America.
Join as an individual, join a team or start a Walk team of your very own. Raise a minimum of $50 and receive an official AIDS Walk Miami T-shirt on the morning of the event.
Please contact us at 305-751-WALK (9255) or by email at info@careresource.org.
SIZZLE MIAMI
May 26-Jun 29, 2011 in Miami. Party-seekers from around the world convene in sunny Miami, Florida celebrating life, pride and liberty. Originally a one-day occurrence, Sizzle Miami has evolved into a 5-day smorgasbord of captivating day-time events and pulsating nightlife. Everyone is encouraged to participate.
For more information, visit http://sizzlemiami.com/
LADY GAGA MONST
BALL
Wednesday Apr 13, 2011 from 8 to 11 p.m. at the American Airline Arena in Miami. The Scissor Sisters and Semi Precious Weapons have been selected as the opening acts for the third North American leg of Lady Gaga’s Monster Ball tour.
MEET ME AT THE MOVIES!
The Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, a critically acclaimed event, is based in the world-renowned historic South Beach neighborhood and screens films and videos in locations throughout Miami-Dade county and Ft. Lauderdale. The 13th Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival will run in April and May of 2011.
Bay Area
HAMBURGER MARY’S WELCOMES MISS CONCEPTION
Friday Mar 25 from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Hamburger Mary’s, 1600 E. 7th Ave. in Tampa. From Los Angeles, CA, Miss Conception has captivated audiences with her amazing talent for make-up and entertainment. A former headliner in Las Vegas, she has been able to create illusions and impersonations which have filled theaters on the west coast. Now she comes to Hamburger Mary’s on her Florida tour to join Daphne Ferraro’s Doll House Show for one night only. Do not miss this amazing entertainer. Also the Doll House will welcome “Miss Black America 2010”, Champagne Bordeaux and another mistress of illusion, Kathryn Nevets. This show will be packed so please RSVP now: (813) 241-MARYS.
18 FORE LIFE GOLF TOURNAMENT
Saturday Mar. 26 from 1 to 6 p.m. at Rocky Point Golf Club, 4151 Dana Shores Drive in Tampa. Join MCC Tampa, Francis House and Metropolitan Charities as they host the 3rd annual 18 Fore Life Golf Tournament. Individual golfers: $85, foursomes $300. (Prices will soon go up.) Fees include 18 holes of golf, lunch, goodie bag and award dinner. Great sponsorship opportunities available as well. Don’t miss out on this great chance to participate, advertise and, most importantly, play golf! Please contact MCC Tampa, Francis House, or Metropolitan Charities for further information.
Drag king idol 2
Come out for the second Drag King Idol 2 which runs every Thursday in March. Grand prize $250 for the finals on March 31st. 11 p.m. to 4 a.m. at Flamingo Resort, 4601 34th St. S in St. Petersburg. Some of the guest performers and judges are: Madisyn Michaels DelaMer, Dani Panic, King Aramis, D.J. Stacey X, Jo Jo, Teddy D, Tariq, Frankie J. Marstone, Michael Keefe, Lasha, Crystal and Natasha. No cover.
A twisted fetish gathering…
Sunday Mar 20 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Chelsea Nightclub, 1502 N. Florida Ave. in Tampa. Our fetish “men’s” special opening is from 2 to 3 p.m. and continues ‘til 6 p.m. or later. The bar officially opens at 3 p.m. for all. Get together to socialize, have a cigar or two, experience a demo, Bootblacking services and maybe learn about the Brotherhood of community bonding … it’s open to all fetishes, rubber, skin, bear, leather, and gear.
For more information, contact tbrulesz@gmail.com.
