Thursday 8/22
The Art of Wine and Food
Instead of the traditional food and wine pairing, this month’s ‘Art of Wine and Food’ will feature a surprise treat. The Museum of Art’s monthly event will be hosting a special screening of the film “SOMM,” which the museum describes as “a humorous, emotional and illuminating look into the mysterious world of the Court of Master Sommeliers.” The film follows four sommeliers as they try to pass the prestigious Master Sommelier test, which, if passed, allows them access to one of the most prestigious groups in recent history: The Court of Master Sommeliers. In addition to the screening, certified sommelier and wine educator Stephanie Miskew will host the event, with a special guest chef of the month pairing perfect flavors with fine wines. 6:30 p.m. Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale. 1 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, 33301.
Friday 8/23
Marc Anthony
Grammy-winning artist Marc Anthony will be bringing some of his salsa skills to the sunny city of Miami this weekend. Selling 12 million albums worldwide is just one of Anthony’s major successes – to name a few, he also purchased a piece of the Miami Dolphins, had two children with Jennifer Lopez, appeared in various acting roles and performed at the 2012 Democratic National Convention. Anthony has been performing for over 20 years now, and is currently touring in support of his eleventh studio album, “3.0,” which is his first original salsa album in over ten years. 8 p.m. American Airlines Arena. 601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, 33132.
Cashetta’s Psychic Cabaret
Local drag personality Cashetta is transcending traditional drag boundaries with her magic show, which will be making a special appearance at Alibi’s Manchester Room this weekend (she’s been working on the patrons of Blue Moon in Delaware this summer). Cashetta has opened for Cyndi Lauper and has appeared on “The Today Show,” “Late Night with Conan O’Brien” and “Outlaugh Festival on Wisecrack” with Margaret Cho. Cashetta’s description for the event promises “a fabulous evening of mind reading, magic and mayhem.” Leave the bad juju at home. 10 p.m. Alibi. 2266 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, 33305.
Johnny’s 33rd Anniversary Weekend
Johnny’s 33rd anniversary is here, and to celebrate, the club is offering a pretty wild deal: Free drinks and free entry from 8 to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday (and Sunday if you like their Facebook page). The bar has been providing live dancers for over three decades now, and we thank them for it. Who doesn’t like a little meat with their drinks? For access to free Sunday night drinks or for any other information, visit the club’s page at facebook.com/johnnysfans. Open 4 p.m. to 3 a.m. 2 a.m. on Sunday. Johnny’s. 1116 W Broward Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, 33312.
Saturday 08/24
Opening Reception for Valyn Calhoun’s Exhibit
Local photographer Valyn Calhoun is an interesting person. His work usually features erotic portraits, and focuses on themes of homoeroticism, fetishism, nightlife and fashion, all highly stylized and eye-catching. For just over a month, a collection based on Valyn will be on exhibit at Boynton Beach’s ActivistArtistA Gallery. The exhibit will feature a series of self portraits as well as some portraits of Valyn taken by photographer Rita Baum. The promotional image, one of Baum’s portraits of Calhoun, is anything but ordinary, and has been causing quite a commotion, even within the artistic community. Naked, wearing an unidentified white fur coat, Calhoun’s hand, covered in blood, rests against his cheek. The image is calming yet disturbing. Peaceful but simultaneously violent. Though the exhibition is the talk of the town, the real party is the opening exhibit. With live music, food and exotic leatherwear and jewels for sale, the exhibit has turned into a full-blown party. 7 p.m. ActivistArtistA Gallery. 422 W Industrial Ave, Boynton Beach, 33426.
Bear Invasion at Boom
The bear invasion is almost upon us. South Florida welcomes back ‘Bear Invasion’ to Boom, where the previous invasion played out to great success. The goal of the event is simple – “to bring together like-minded men and their admirers for a night of hot, friendly, sexy fun,” according to the official event page. The party has four simple rules: Check your attitude at the door, be nice, have fun, and finally, don’t judge them and they “won’t eat you.” Their motto? “Mo’ bears is mo’ better.” 9 p.m. Boom Wilton Manors. 2232 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, 33305.
Sunday 08/25
Backstreet’s Back
Here it is – the day you’ve been waiting for. You’ve thought about it before. Okay, maybe you’ve been consistently thinking of it. Maybe your boyfriend broke up with you when they walked into your room and saw the posters, but you just can’t help it. You love the Backstreet Boys. It’s okay, we do too. We still have our signed posters framed, proudly displayed on our office walls. We even thought about bringing back the nylon tear-away pants from the 90s/00s, but we knew it wouldn’t slide on the drive. You are not alone in your addiction to 90s boy bands. Hell, there’s even a Backstreet Boys cruise that departs out of South Florida every year. Well, now you don’t have to be seabound to enjoy the perks. Your favorite boy band is here (you’ll have to patiently wait for that ‘N Sync reunion), and all we can think is, “I want it that way.” 7 p.m. Cruzan Amphitheatre. 601 Sansburys Way, West Palm Beach, 33411.
Monday 08/26
Gay Games Exhibit
Forget the Olympics, the Stonewall National Museum & Archives is currently hosting an exhibit that we should all be atttending–a celebration of the evolution of the Gay Games. Created in 1981 by Olympian Dr. Tom Waddell, the games still continue to this day, every four years, just like the Olympics. Upon inception, Waddell stated, “We feel strongly that the term ‘Olympic’ is integral to what we intend to achieve. Our eight days of cultural events and sport will be a testament to our character and our wholesomeness; arts and athletics within the Olympic format.” The first Gay Games took place in San Francisco August 27 through September 5, 1982, with more than 1,300 participating athletes. To contract how much it has grown over the years, in 2006, over 12,000 participated in the Games. The 2014 Games are scheduled to take place in Cleveland, Ohio. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Stonewall National Museum & Archives. 1300 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, 33304.
Tuesday 08/27
Under Where?
Ramrod’s underwear night is a night for the masses (if you don’t work early Wednesday morning that is). The theme is accessible and fun. Who doesn’t own a decent pair of underwear? Check your pesky clothes at the door (because clothes are so 2012) and get your buns inside for a night of fun. From midnight to 1 a.m., you drink free well liquor and draft beer, just for showing off those skivvies. Seriously. No tricks or strings here (pun intended), just a bunch of men enjoying other men in their underwear. Open until 2 a.m. Ramrod. 1508 NE 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, 33304.
Wednesday 08/28
GuyMag Mixer at Rumors
Every month, we give readers and advertisers the chance to mingle in a comfortable setting in order to network and promote their brand or business. The $500 advertising credit raffle is an added bonus, but we think you’d enjoy the event even in its absence. Meet fellow career-oriented individuals and land your next big gig, or get on stage and promote your business yourself–the choice is yours. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and one complimentary drink upon entry, and make connections that could last a lifetime. Presented by Guy Magazine, the Florida Agenda and the Wilton Manors Development Alliance. 6:30 p.m. Rumors Bar & Grill. 2426 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, 33305.
