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Fort Lauderdale Gay Events – August 4, 2011

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SORDID CONFESSIONS

Friday, August 12, 2011, from 7 to 10 p.m., at The Manor Entertainment Complex, 2345 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors. Del Shores, creator of the cult favorite TV series “Sordid Lives” (starring Olivia Newton-John, Rue McClanahan, Leslie Jordan and Caroline Rhea) is touring his hilarious new standup show, “Sordid Confessions.” Whether he’s recalling details of his “slut” years or calling out the assholes and bitches he’s worked with, no subject is off-limits in Del Shores: “Sordid Confessions”. Warning, very raunchy, not PC and very gay. Tickets available at delshores.tix.com.

BROWARD BARES IT

2011 Friday, August 19, from 7 to 11 p.m. Voted Fort Lauderdale’s #1 fundraiser. Bigger, badder and bawdier – this year is being super-sized for your pleasure! Have you ever wanted to see some of your favorite local and national singers, dancers, comedians and performers take their clothes off ? Well, here is your chance because on Friday, August 19th, inside the Paradise Live Theater at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino (1 Seminole Drive in Hollywood, FL.), a host of them will be getting together for one night and taking “IT” off for you – all in the n

ame of a good cause. Broward Bares It is a hilarious, sexy, steamy and zany night of burlesque, comedy and vaudeville dance acts and songs presented onstage in a Broadway atmosphere. For more information, visit www.Browardbaresit.com.

“THERE COMES A TIME”

Miss Coco Peru in her all new show “Miss Coco Peru: There Comes a Time” on Friday, September 2, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at The Manor Entertainment Complex, 2345 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors. The return of the celebrated monologist/singer/actor-actress Miss Coco Peru in an all-new, cabaret-style evening of stories, songs, lots of laughs – and a surprise or two. Legions of Cocophiles know that Miss Peru’s shows fearlessly explore all facets of human nature, expertly turning darkness into illumination. “This time,” says Coco, “I’ve decided to do something a little different. I wanted to try something a bit lighter, a night of pure fun with Coco.” For tickets, visit www.brownpapertickets. com/event/183543. H

EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY

Celebrate two amazing years with Adam and Gallery 101 along with the debut of Fresh Catering and Events. Bring a friend to eat, drink and view art. On Saturday, September 3, from 7 to 10 p.m. at Gallery 101, 3350 NE 33rd Street in the Galt Ocean Village Shoppes in Fort Lauderdale.

Central Florida Gay Events – August 4, 2011

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HRC DISCO BOWLING

Sunday, August 7, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bowling fun with great music for equality.

Individual tickets are $35, which includes HRC General Membership. Team price (4 to 5 people) $135/$165, which includes HRC General Membership. Tickets for individuals/ teams can be purchased online with no transaction fees. Go to www.hrc.org/orlandobowl. Sponsorships available, contact HRCOrlando@ cfl.rr.com for a sponsorship packet today. • Village People $150 (lane sponsorship), company logo/name on event website and displayed on your lane. HRC DI • The Hustle $300 benefits of Village People level plus company logo/name listed in marketing advertisement, company name recognized at the event. • Solid Gold $600 benefits of The Hustle level plus organization materials/promotions represented at each lane, team of 4 bowler registration (a $140 value includes HRC General Membership for team). • Studio 54 $1,000 (presenting sponsor) benefits of Solid Gold level plus 2 total teams of 4 bowlers’ registration (a $280 value includes HRC General Membership for members of both teams). For more information, contact hrcorlando@ cfl.rr.com. To be held at the Colonial Lanes, 400 N. Primrose Drive in Orlando.

ORLANDO PRIDE

October 7 through 10. Nationally recognized celebrities and entertainment, respected speakers, scores of vendors, and the longest parade in the history of Orlando Pride all have contributed to this special event that continues to break records for Orlando LGBT festivals in which attendance has doubled or tripled each year. The Come Out with Pride committee is comprised of volunteers who are dedicated to bringing a free, world-class event to Central Florida. For more information, visit www.comeoutwithpride.com.

ADELE

Thursday, October 13, at Hard Rock Live Orlando, October 13, 2011, from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, July 22. Ticket prices are: $115 reserved lower balcony; $85 reserved upper balcony; $65 general admission standing floor.

BACK DOOR BUMBY

Revolution Nightclub (375 S. Bumby Ave (408) in Downtown Orlando) along with GRINDR (iPhone App) and MyFlexRadio presents: “Back Door Bumby: Enter Through the Back” every 3rd Thursday of the month. No cover when you show your GRINDR or MyFlexRadio App. No cover ‘til 11pm for those 21+ (18+ welcome) and no cover ‘til 12 midnight with college or theme park ID. Performances by: Shantell D’Marco and Macaviti. D.J. Joanie on the decks in the disco area and V.J. J.B. Burgos in the Hydrate Video Bar.

 

HRC DISCO BOWLING
Sunday, August 7, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Bowling fun with great music for
equality. Individual tickets are $35,
which includes HRC General
Membership. Team price (4 to 5 people)
$135/$165, which includes HRC
General Membership. Tickets for individuals/
teams can be purchased online
with no transaction fees. Go to
www.hrc.org/orlandobowl.
Sponsorships available, contact HRCOrlando@
cfl.rr.com for a sponsorship
packet today.
• Village People $150 (lane sponsorship),
company logo/name on event website
and displayed on your lane. HRC DI
• The Hustle $300 benefits of Village
People level plus company logo/name
listed in marketing advertisement,
company name recognized at the event.
• Solid Gold $600 benefits of The Hustle
level plus organization materials/promotions
represented at each lane, team
of 4 bowler registration (a $140 value
includes HRC General Membership for
team).
• Studio 54 $1,000 (presenting sponsor)
benefits of Solid Gold level plus 2 total
teams of 4 bowlers’ registration (a $280
value includes HRC General
Membership for members of both
teams).
For more information, contact hrcorlando@
cfl.rr.com. To be held at the
Colonial Lanes, 400 N. Primrose Drive
in Orlando. H
ORLANDO PRIDE
October 7 through 10. Nationally recognized
celebrities and entertainment,
respected speakers, scores of
vendors, and the longest parade in
the history of Orlando Pride all have
contributed to this special event that
continues to break records for
Orlando LGBT festivals in which
attendance has doubled or tripled
each year. The Come Out with Pride
committee is comprised of volunteers
who are dedicated to bringing a
free, world-class event to Central
Florida. For more information, visit
www.comeoutwithpride.com. H
ADELE
Thursday, October 13, at Hard Rock
Live Orlando, October 13, 2011, from
7 to 10 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday,
July 22. Ticket prices are: $115
reserved lower balcony; $85 reserved
upper balcony; $65 general admission
standing floor. H
BACK DOOR BUMBY
Revolution Nightclub (375 S. Bumby
Ave (408) in Downtown Orlando)
along with GRINDR (iPhone App)
and MyFlexRadio presents: “Back
Door Bumby: Enter Through the
Back” every 3rd Thursday of the
month. No cover when you show
your GRINDR or MyFlexRadio App.
No cover ‘til 11pm for those 21+ (18+
welcome) and no cover ‘til 12 midnight
with college or theme park ID.
Performances by: Shantell D’Marco
and Macaviti. D.J. Joanie on the
decks in the disco area and V.J. J.B.
Burgos in the Hydrate Video Bar. H
DAVID MEUELMANS: “AS LONG AS
I’M SINGIN’ BACK”
New American Theater’s Summer
Cabaret Series continues with cabaret
performer David Meulemans in his
show “As Long As I’m Singin’”. The 75-
minute show features music from
Jerry Herman, Gershwin and Sinatra,
to name a few. Songs in the show
include: “Best of Times,” “Gonna
Build a Mountain,” “What a Wonderful
World,” “My Way” and many more.
David has performed in venues across
the country, which included numerous
opportunities to perform with musical
icons like Carol Channing and Davy
Jones. Currently, he is at the 2011
International Cabaret Conference at
Yale where he was selected as a feature
performer. This fall, he will be headlining
his show at the famous Don’t Tell
Mama’s cabaret in New York City.
Performances will be held on August 5
and 6 at 8 p.m. and August 7 at 6:30 p.m.
at the New American Theater Center at
BayWalk, 183 2nd Avenue N, St.
Petersburg. H
BENEFIT FOR THE SONIA PLOTNICK
HEALTH FUND
Brunch with Bracewell and Friends at
the Pro Star Studios, 3220 28th Street N,
Suite #2 in St. Petersburg on Sunday,
August 7, from 12 noon to 4 p.m., a benefit
for the Sonia Plotnick Health Fund.
Brunch will start off with some mellow
vocals and jazzy piano by two of the
best hidden talents in the Tampa Bay
area: Leslie Kille and Rose Stauffer.
The Menu includes Three-Cheese and
Seasonal Veggie Egg Strata, French
Toast Casserole, slices of seasonal
fresh fruit, Seafood Newburg crab with
rice pilaf and includes Mimosas,
Virgin Bloody Marys, coffee and an “all
you can eat” yogurt bar. Seating is limited
to only 65, so please make your
reservations ASAP. Call Pro Star
Studios today and get your tickets at
(727) 526-0446. Tickets are $25 per person.
REPEAT: Only 65 seats available.H
5TH ANNUAL STRIKE OUT FOR AIDS
Saturday, August 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. at
(Pinchasers, 4847 N. Armenia Avenue
in Tampa). Money raised from our
Strike Out for AIDS fundraiser help
Francis House keep long-standing
programs running. These programs
include support groups, mental
health and substance abuse counseling,
medical and housing case management
and our daily feeding program.
Francis House accomodates
over 1,300 client visits each month.
Francis House has been providing
supportive services to Tampa’s
HIV/AIDS community for over 20
years. This event has sold out two
years in a row and there are only 128
spots available. Please register early
– when the spots are gone, they’re
gone. All registrations must be done
online at www.strikoutforaids.org. H
Bay Area Central Florida
OUT IN FLORIDAHRC DISCO BOWLING Sunday, August 7, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bowling fun with great music for equality. Individual tickets are $35, which includes HRC General Membership. Team price (4 to 5 people) $135/$165, which includes HRC General Membership. Tickets for individuals/ teams can be purchased online with no transaction fees. Go to www.hrc.org/orlandobowl. Sponsorships available, contact HRCOrlando@ cfl.rr.com for a sponsorship packet today. • Village People $150 (lane sponsorship), company logo/name on event website and displayed on your lane. HRC DI • The Hustle $300 benefits of Village People level plus company logo/name listed in marketing advertisement, company name recognized at the event. • Solid Gold $600 benefits of The Hustle level plus organization materials/promotions represented at each lane, team of 4 bowler registration (a $140 value includes HRC General Membership for team). • Studio 54 $1,000 (presenting sponsor) benefits of Solid Gold level plus 2 total teams of 4 bowlers’ registration (a $280 value includes HRC General Membership for members of both teams). For more information, contact hrcorlando@ cfl.rr.com. To be held at the Colonial Lanes, 400 N. Primrose Drive in Orlando. H ORLANDO PRIDE October 7 through 10. Nationally recognized celebrities and entertainment, respected speakers, scores of vendors, and the longest parade in the history of Orlando Pride all have contributed to this special event that continues to break records for Orlando LGBT festivals in which attendance has doubled or tripled each year. The Come Out with Pride committee is comprised of volunteers who are dedicated to bringing a free, world-class event to Central Florida. For more information, visit www.comeoutwithpride.com. H ADELE Thursday, October 13, at Hard Rock Live Orlando, October 13, 2011, from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, July 22. Ticket prices are: $115 reserved lower balcony; $85 reserved upper balcony; $65 general admission standing floor. H BACK DOOR BUMBY Revolution Nightclub (375 S. Bumby Ave (408) in Downtown Orlando) along with GRINDR (iPhone App) and MyFlexRadio presents: “Back Door Bumby: Enter Through the Back” every 3rd Thursday of the month. No cover when you show your GRINDR or MyFlexRadio App. No cover ‘til 11pm for those 21+ (18+ welcome) and no cover ‘til 12 midnight with college or theme park ID. Performances by: Shantell D’Marco and Macaviti. D.J. Joanie on the decks in the disco area and V.J. J.B. Burgos in the Hydrate Video Bar. H DAVID MEUELMANS: “AS LONG AS I’M SINGIN’ BACK” New American Theater’s Summer Cabaret Series continues with cabaret performer David Meulemans in his show “As Long As I’m Singin’”. The 75- minute show features music from Jerry Herman, Gershwin and Sinatra, to name a few. Songs in the show include: “Best of Times,” “Gonna Build a Mountain,” “What a Wonderful World,” “My Way” and many more. David has performed in venues across the country, which included numerous opportunities to perform with musical icons like Carol Channing and Davy Jones. Currently, he is at the 2011 International Cabaret Conference at Yale where he was selected as a feature performer. This fall, he will be headlining his show at the famous Don’t Tell Mama’s cabaret in New York City. Performances will be held on August 5 and 6 at 8 p.m. and August 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the New American Theater Center at BayWalk, 183 2nd Avenue N, St. Petersburg. H BENEFIT FOR THE SONIA PLOTNICK HEALTH FUND Brunch with Bracewell and Friends at the Pro Star Studios, 3220 28th Street N, Suite #2 in St. Petersburg on Sunday, August 7, from 12 noon to 4 p.m., a benefit for the Sonia Plotnick Health Fund. Brunch will start off with some mellow vocals and jazzy piano by two of the best hidden talents in the Tampa Bay area: Leslie Kille and Rose Stauffer. The Menu includes Three-Cheese and Seasonal Veggie Egg Strata, French Toast Casserole, slices of seasonal fresh fruit, Seafood Newburg crab with rice pilaf and includes Mimosas, Virgin Bloody Marys, coffee and an “all you can eat” yogurt bar. Seating is limited to only 65, so please make your reservations ASAP. Call Pro Star Studios today and get your tickets at (727) 526-0446. Tickets are $25 per person. REPEAT: Only 65 seats available.H 5TH ANNUAL STRIKE OUT FOR AIDS Saturday, August 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. at (Pinchasers, 4847 N. Armenia Avenue in Tampa). Money raised from our Strike Out for AIDS fundraiser help Francis House keep long-standing programs running. These programs include support groups, mental health and substance abuse counseling, medical and housing case management and our daily feeding program. Francis House accomodates over 1,300 client visits each month. Francis House has been providing supportive services to Tampa’s HIV/AIDS community for over 20 years. This event has sold out two years in a row and there are only 128 spots available. Please register early – when the spots are gone, they’re gone. All registrations must be done online at www.strikoutforaids.org. H Bay Area Central Florida OUT IN FLORIDAHRC DISCO BOWLING Sunday, August 7, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bowling fun with great music for equality. Individual tickets are $35, which includes HRC General Membership. Team price (4 to 5 people) $135/$165, which includes HRC General Membership. Tickets for individuals/ teams can be purchased online with no transaction fees. Go to www.hrc.org/orlandobowl. Sponsorships available, contact HRCOrlando@ cfl.rr.com for a sponsorship packet today. • Village People $150 (lane sponsorship), company logo/name on event website and displayed on your lane. HRC DI • The Hustle $300 benefits of Village People level plus company logo/name listed in marketing advertisement, company name recognized at the event. • Solid Gold $600 benefits of The Hustle level plus organization materials/promotions represented at each lane, team of 4 bowler registration (a $140 value includes HRC General Membership for team). • Studio 54 $1,000 (presenting sponsor) benefits of Solid Gold level plus 2 total teams of 4 bowlers’ registration (a $280 value includes HRC General Membership for members of both teams). For more information, contact hrcorlando@ cfl.rr.com. To be held at the Colonial Lanes, 400 N. Primrose Drive in Orlando. H ORLANDO PRIDE October 7 through 10. Nationally recognized celebrities and entertainment, respected speakers, scores of vendors, and the longest parade in the history of Orlando Pride all have contributed to this special event that continues to break records for Orlando LGBT festivals in which attendance has doubled or tripled each year. The Come Out with Pride committee is comprised of volunteers who are dedicated to bringing a free, world-class event to Central Florida. For more information, visit www.comeoutwithpride.com. H ADELE Thursday, October 13, at Hard Rock Live Orlando, October 13, 2011, from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, July 22. Ticket prices are: $115 reserved lower balcony; $85 reserved upper balcony; $65 general admission standing floor. H BACK DOOR BUMBY Revolution Nightclub (375 S. Bumby Ave (408) in Downtown Orlando) along with GRINDR (iPhone App) and MyFlexRadio presents: “Back Door Bumby: Enter Through the Back” every 3rd Thursday of the month. No cover when you show your GRINDR or MyFlexRadio App. No cover ‘til 11pm for those 21+ (18+ welcome) and no cover ‘til 12 midnight with college or theme park ID. Performances by: Shantell D’Marco and Macaviti. D.J. Joanie on the decks in the disco area and V.J. J.B. Burgos in the Hydrate Video Bar. H DAVID MEUELMANS: “AS LONG AS I’M SINGIN’ BACK” New American Theater’s Summer Cabaret Series continues with cabaret performer David Meulemans in his show “As Long As I’m Singin’”. The 75- minute show features music from Jerry Herman, Gershwin and Sinatra, to name a few. Songs in the show include: “Best of Times,” “Gonna Build a Mountain,” “What a Wonderful World,” “My Way” and many more. David has performed in venues across the country, which included numerous opportunities to perform with musical icons like Carol Channing and Davy Jones. Currently, he is at the 2011 International Cabaret Conference at Yale where he was selected as a feature performer. This fall, he will be headlining his show at the famous Don’t Tell Mama’s cabaret in New York City. Performances will be held on August 5 and 6 at 8 p.m. and August 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the New American Theater Center at BayWalk, 183 2nd Avenue N, St. Petersburg. H BENEFIT FOR THE SONIA PLOTNICK HEALTH FUND Brunch with Bracewell and Friends at the Pro Star Studios, 3220 28th Street N, Suite #2 in St. Petersburg on Sunday, August 7, from 12 noon to 4 p.m., a benefit for the Sonia Plotnick Health Fund. Brunch will start off with some mellow vocals and jazzy piano by two of the best hidden talents in the Tampa Bay area: Leslie Kille and Rose Stauffer. The Menu includes Three-Cheese and Seasonal Veggie Egg Strata, French Toast Casserole, slices of seasonal fresh fruit, Seafood Newburg crab with rice pilaf and includes Mimosas, Virgin Bloody Marys, coffee and an “all you can eat” yogurt bar. Seating is limited to only 65, so please make your reservations ASAP. Call Pro Star Studios today and get your tickets at (727) 526-0446. Tickets are $25 per person. REPEAT: Only 65 seats available.H 5TH ANNUAL STRIKE OUT FOR AIDS Saturday, August 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. at (Pinchasers, 4847 N. Armenia Avenue in Tampa). Money raised from our Strike Out for AIDS fundraiser help Francis House keep long-standing programs running. These programs include support groups, mental health and substance abuse counseling, medical and housing case management and our daily feeding program. Francis House accomodates over 1,300 client visits each month. Francis House has been providing supportive services to Tampa’s HIV/AIDS community for over 20 years. This event has sold out two years in a row and there are only 128 spots available. Please register early – when the spots are gone, they’re gone. All registrations must be done online at www.strikoutforaids.org. H Bay Area Central Florida OUT IN FLORIDA

Orlando /Central Florida Gay Events – July 28, 2011

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HRC DISCO BOWLING
Sunday, August 7, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bowling fun with great music for equality. Individual tickets are $35, which includes HRC General Membership. Team price (4 to 5 people) $135/$165, which includes HRC General Membership.

Tickets for individuals/teams can be purchased on-line with no transaction fees. Go to www.hrc.org/orlandobowl.

Sponsorships available, contact HRC-Orlando@cfl.rr.com for a sponsorship packet today.

• Village People $150 (lane sponsorship), company logo/ name on event website and displayed on your lane.

HRC DI
• The Hustle $300 benefits of Village People level plus company logo/name listed in marketing advertisement, company name recognized at the event.
• Solid Gold $600 benefits of The Hustle level plus organization materials/promotions represented at each lane, team of 4 bowler registration (a $140 value includes HRC General Membership for team).
• Studio 54 $1,000 (presenting sponsor) benefits of Solid Gold level plus 2 total teams of 4 bowlers’ registration (a $280 value includes HRC General Membership for members of both teams).
For more information, contact hrc-orlando@cfl.rr.com. To be held at the Colonial Lanes, 400 N. Primrose Drive in Orlando. H

ORLANDO PRIDE
October 7 through 10. Nationally recognized celebrities and entertainment, respected speakers, scores of vendors, and the longest parade in the history of Orlando Pride all have contributed to this special event that continues to break records for Orlando LGBT festivals in which attendance has doubled or tripled each year. The Come Out with Pride committee is comprised of volunteers who are dedicated to bringing a free, world-class event to Central Florida. For more information, visit www.comeoutwithpride.com.

ADELE
Thursday, October 13, at Hard Rock Live Orlando, October 13, 2011,  from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, July 22. Ticket prices are: $115 reserved lower balcony; $85 reserved upper balcony; $65 general admission standing floor.

BACK DOOR BUMBY
Revolution Nightclub (375 S. Bumby Ave (408) in Downtown Orlando) along with GRINDR (iPhone App) and MyFlexRadio presents: “Back Door Bumby: Enter Through the Back” every 3rd Thursday of the month. No cover when you show your GRINDR or MyFlexRadio App. No cover ‘til 11pm for those 21+ (18+ welcome) and no cover ‘til 12 midnight with college or theme park ID. Performances by: Shantell D’Marco and Macaviti. D.J. Joanie on the decks in the disco area and V.J. J.B. Burgos in the Hydrate Video Bar.

Miami Gay Events – July 28, 2011

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AFRICAN TREASURES: SELECTION FROM THE NAOMI WILZIG COLLECTION
Now through August 31 at the World Erotic Art Museum, 1205 Washington Avenue on Miami Beach.

This is a presentation of the Naomi Wilzig African Art Collection featuring objects used across the continent of Africa for fertility and divination practices. Artifacts highlighted within the exhibition illustrate the characteristics of fertility worship within the home and community and continue to play dynamic roles in the lives of many societies. All objects were collected for their display of genitalia and specific utilitarian functions of the objects regarding fertility practice by the cultures. Ranging in age from hundreds of years old to only several decades, they represent how various objects have functioned as powerful symbols, connecting spiritual values and social roles. This exhibition explores the significance, aesthetics and purpose of African material objects, as well as their social contexts. For more information, visit: www.weam.com.

2011 TRANSCON: THE JUSTICE SUMMIT
TransCon will focus on aiding legal and professional institutions gain a greater understanding about issues dealing with the transgender community concerning institutionalized discrimination, the basics of legal gender transition and the challenges of gaining access to healthcare, among other subject matter. The conference kicks off with a feature film at O-Cinema on Friday, September 30, and will continue at FIU Biscayne Bay Campus over the course of the following two days. Saturday, October 1, will offer a full day of workshops and lectures from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and continuing on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a day of community and leadership building. Admission prices are as follows: feature film presentation only (additional) $15; feature film presentation with conference $10; conference registration-one day $35; conference registration-two days #75. Tickets are available for purchase at www.aquafoundation.org/ transcon2011/. Presented by the Aqua Foundation for Women.

HEAT MIAMI BLATINO EXPLOSION
Friday, October 7, from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. in downtown Miami. Columbus Day Weekend will never be the same because The Heat is On! More information is available on the Internet at www.thevaultmiami.com or by calling (954) 336-3197.

Fort Lauderdale Gay Events – July 28, 2011

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BITTER SWEET THURSDAYS
Grand opening of Bitter Sweet Thursdays starting Thursday, July 28, from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at The Manor Entertainment Complex, 2345 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors. An evening for women who love women and their friends with live shows all night pushing the limit of sex with cutting-edge burlesque shows intermingled with the best in Indie, ‘80s and Top 40 music. Staring the Reckless Dames. Drink specials. VIP bottle service available, please contact (954) 626-0082.

“THE PILLOWMAN”
Empire Stage (1140 N. Flagler Drive in Fort Lauderdale) presents the thriller, “The Pillowman” now through July 30th, shows on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. “The Pillowman” centers on a writer in an unnamed totalitarian state who is being interrogated about the gruesome content of his short stories and their similarities to a series of child murders. “Comedies don’t come any blacker than ‘The Pillowman,’” stated the New York Times. “Even those familiar with this British dramatist’s blithe way with murder, mutilation and dismemberment may be jolted by the events described and simulated so picturesquely. Tickets are $25 and may be purchased at the door (cash only). To purchase tickets via credit card please go to www.infinite-abyss.com. For information and reservations, call (954) 678-1496.

SORDID CONFESSIONS
Friday, August 12, 2011, from 7 to 10 p.m., at The Manor Entertainment Complex, 2345 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors. Del Shores, creator of the cult favorite TV series “Sordid Lives” (starring Olivia Newton-John, Rue McClanahan, Leslie Jordan and Caroline Rhea) is touring his hilarious new standup show, “Sordid Confessions.” Whether he’s recalling details of his “slut” years or calling out the assholes and bitches he’s worked with, no subject is off-limits in Del Shores: “Sordid Confessions”. Warning, very raunchy, not PC and very gay. Tickets available at delshores.tix.com.

Broward Bares it 2011
Friday, August 19, from 7 to 11 p.m. Voted Fort Lauderdale’s #1 fundraiser. Bigger, badder and bawdier – this year is being super-sized for your pleasure!

Have you ever wanted to see some of your favorite local and national singers, dancers, comedians and performers take their clothes off

? Well, here is your chance because on Friday, August 19th, inside the Paradise Live Theater at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino (1 Seminole Drive in Hollywood, FL.), a host of them will be getting together for one night and taking “IT” off for you – all in the name of a good cause. Broward Bares It is a hilarious, sexy, steamy and zany night of burlesque, comedy and vaudeville dance acts and songs presented onstage in a Broadway atmosphere. For more information, visit www.Browardbaresit.com.

Miami Gay Events – July 21, 2011

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“IN THE MIX” AT CLUB SUGAR
Friday, July 22 starting from 9:30 p.m. to 3 a.m. Alex Infiniti

an Club Sugar (2301 SW Avenue in Coral Gables) “mix” things up and invite you to experience an exclusive musical journal featuring a live deejay set by D.J. Nina Flowers. House Music in the Main Room with D.J Nina Flowers along side D.J. Jarell. Hip Hop and Latin in the Spice Lounge with D.J. Cyklone. Shows by resident divas T.P. and Sasha Lords, hosted by Alex Infiniti. $5 house drinks and $4 domestic beers all night long, 2-4-1 drinks ‘til 11:30 p.m.

SUMMERFEST
From Friday, July 22, to Sunday, July 24, a benefit for the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force. The heart and soul of the 4th Annual SummerFest Weekend, the SummerFest Pool Party, has kicked things up a few notches by moving to the pools of the Shore Club Hotel in South Beach. Guests will get the chance to dance poolside to the beats of Deejays Miik and Charlie Rojas, while VIP guests will enjoy exclusive access to the private pool at the Shore Club Hotel Beach House. SummerFest Pool Party tickets are currently on sale: $25 in advance for general admission and $45 for VIP. Each ticket includes two free cocktails with general admission receiving two free Chambord Vodka Cocktails and VIP having the option to enjoy both Chambord Vodka and Herradura Tequila cocktails. The Shore Club will also host a Summer Sunset, a VIP cocktail reception on Friday, July 22, in its spectacular Penthouse, where guests will enjoy an open bar and tasty appetizers while experiencing one of the most amazing views in South Beach. Other SummerFest events include Summer Storm, a Saturday night dance party at Score, featuring Brazilian deejay Rafael Calvente, SummerFest Brunch on Sunday at the Lords South Beach and Summer Fling Tea Dance at the Palace on Sunday afternoon. To purchase tickets, visit www.SummerFestmiami.com.

“Cirque eloize”
Following sold-out engagements in Montreal and Toronto, world-renowned Cirque Éloize presents the critically-acclaimed new production. Cirque Eloize, in collaboration with Cirque du Soleil are offering a spectacular, mind-blowing fusion of new theatrical circus and urban dance . There is a very special pre-sale and discount opportunity to see Cirque Éloize ID at the Adrienne Arsht Center this summer.. Tickets start at $25 – Go to www.arshtcenter.org and enter code: PREMIUMCIRQUE to receive a 15% ticket discount exclusively for MDGLCC members. Opening July 26.

Central Florida Gay Events -July 14, 2011

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MISS GAY FLORIDA AMERICA PAGEANT
To be held at the Parliament House (410 N Orange Blossom Trail (W Livingston St) in downtown Orlando.

Wednesday and Thursday, July 20 and 21, at 8 p.m. Official state preliminary to Miss Gay America. For city pageant information and locations, contact Ron Hernandez at www.facebook.com/MissGayFlorida America. Other upcoming pageants at the Parliament House: MR. FL USofA, Monday, August 8, at 9 p.m. Official state preliminary to Mr. Gay USofA. For contestant information, contact Mr. Gay USofA, David Hunter at www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1502712644 or Darcel Stevens at www.facebook.com/darcel.stevens. MISS COMEDY QUEEN – Monday, August 22, at 9 p.m. For contestant information and seating, contact Loc Robertson at www.facebook.com/pages/Miss-Comedy-Queen/63663618949. THE CLOSET BALL – Monday, September 26, at 9 p.m. For contestant information and rules, contact Ms. Darcel at www.facebook.com/darcel.stevens. MISS GAY ORLANDO – Monday, October 17, at 9 p.m. SUNSHINE STATE ALL AMERICAN GODDESS and ALL AMERICAN GODDESS AT LARGE – Monday, November 14, at 9 p.m. Official state preliminary to Miss All American Goddess and All American Goddess at Large. For contestant information, contact Derek at www.sunshinestateaag.com. MISS METROPOLITAN CONTINENTAL PLUS and ELITE – Monday, December 5, at 9 p.m. Official preliminary to Miss Continental Plus and Miss Continental Elite. For contestant information, contact Jim Demundo at (407) 281-2820.

CRYSTAL WATERS LIVE
Saturday, July 23, from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m., the Parliament House (410 N Orange Blossom Trail (W Livingston St.) in Orlando) celebrates turning 36 years old. Crystal Waters will be performing a live concert, featuring her smash-hit songs: “100% Pure Love,” “Destination Calabria,” “Gyspy Woman” and “Makin’ Happy”. Tickets are $12 Advance/$15 Door. That includes your club admission for the remainder of the evening. Satisfy your sweet tooth with complimentary anniversary cake in the Courtyard. Admission for this entire event is only $10.

HRC DISCO BOWLING
Sunday, August 7, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Bowling fun with great music for equality. Individual tickets are $35 which includes HRC General Membership. Team price (4 to 5 people) $135/$165 includes which HRC General Membership. Tickets for individuals/ teams can be purchased on-line with no transaction fees. Go to www.hrc.org/ orlandobowl. Sponsorships available, contact HRC-Orlando@cfl.rr.com for a sponsorship packet today. Disco Bowling wil be held at the Colonial Lanes, 400 N. Primrose Drive in Orlando.

ORLANDO PRIDE
October 7 through 10.  Nationally recognized celebrities and entertainment, respected speakers, scores of vendors, and the longest parade in the history of Orlando Pride all have contributed to this special event that continues to break records for Orlando LGBT festivals in which attendance has doubled or tripled each year. The Come Out with Pride committee is comprised of volunteers who are dedicated to bringing a free, world-class event to Central Florida. For more information, visit www.comeoutwithpride.com.

BACK DOOR BUMBY
Revolution Nightclub (375 S. Bumby Ave (408) in Downtown Orlando) along with GRINDR (iPhone App) and MyFlexRadio presents: “Back Door Bumby: Enter Through the Back” every 3rd Thursday of the month. This is Orlando’s premier college night as you’ve never seen it before. No cover when you show your GRINDR or MyFlexRadio App. No cover ‘til 11pm for those 21+ (18+ welcome) and no cover ‘til 12 midnight with college or theme park ID.

Free drinks 11 to 11:30 p.m. Drinks specials throughout the night. Performances by: Shantell D’Marco and Macaviti. D.J. Joanie on the decks in the disco area and V.J. J.B. Burgos in the Hydrate Video Bar.

Miami Gay Events – July 14, 2011

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SUMMERFEST

From Friday, July 22, to Sunday, July 24, a benefit for the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force. The heart and soul of the 4th Annual SummerFest Weekend, the SummerFest Pool Party, has kicked things up a few notches by moving to the pools of the Shore Club Hotel in South Beach.

Guests will get the chance to dance poolside to the beats of Deejays Miik and Charlie Rojas, while VIP guests will enjoy exclusive access to the private pool at the Shore Club Hotel Beach House. SummerFest Pool Party tickets are currently on sale: $25 in advance for general admission and $45 for VIP. Each ticket includes two free cocktails with general admission receiving two free Chambord Vodka Cocktails and VIP having the option to enjoy both Chambord Vodka and Herradura Tequila cocktails. The Shore Club will also host a Summer Sunset, a VIP cocktail reception on Friday, July 22, in its spectacular Penthouse, where guests will enjoy an open bar and tasty appetizers while experiencing one of the most amazing views in South Beach. Other SummerFest events include Summer Storm, a Saturday night dance party at Score, featuring Brazilian deejay Rafael Calvente, SummerFest Brunch on Sunday at the Lords South Beach and Summer Fling Tea Dance at the Palace on Sunday afternoon. To purchase tickets, visit www.SummerFestmiami.com.

“Cirque Eloize”

Following sold-out engagements in Montreal and Toronto, world-renowned Cirque Éloize presents the critically-acclaimed new production. Cirque Eloize, in collaboration with Cirque du Soleil are offering a spectacular, mind-blowing fusion of new theatrical circus and urban dance . There is a very special pre-sale and discount opportunity to see Cirque Éloize ID at the Adrienne Arsht Center this summer.. Tickets start at $25 – Go to www.arshtcenter.org and enter code: PREMIUMCIRQUE to receive a 15% ticket discount exclusively for MDGLCC members. Opening July 26.

African treasures; selections from the Naomi Wilzig Collection

Now through August 31st, at the World Erotic Art Museum, 1205 Washington Avenue on Miami Beach. This is a presentation of the Naomi Wilzig African Art Collection featuring objects used across the continent of Africa for fertility and divination practices. Artifacts highlighted within the exhibition illustrate the characteristics of fertility worship within the home and community and continue to play dynamic roles in the lives of many societies. This exhibition explores the significance, aesthetics and purpose of African material objects as well as their social contexts. For more information, visit them online at www.weam.com.

Miami Gay Events July 7, 2011

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AMORES DE CANTINA

July 9th and 10th at the Carnival Studio Theater in the Ziff Ballet Opera House at the Adrienne Arsht Center in Miami, a musical tragicomedy that speaks of love, lovelessness, social exclusion and the feeling of belonging to a devastated homeland. It takes place in a bar at no particular time or place, home to characters who linger about, drawn together by their sorrows … and the wine. For more information and ticketing, visit www.arshtcenter.org.

BRITNEY SPEARS @ AMERICAN AIRLINES ARENA

See Britney Spears live on the Femme Fatale Tour with special guest Nicki Minaj and opening performances by Jessie and the Toy Boys and Nervo. Tickets are now on sale at Ticketmaster. com. Get your tickets now if you want to be a part of this epic Britney Spears Femme Fatale Tour. The concert will be held on Friday July 22nd, 2011 from 6 to 10 p.m., at the American Airlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Blvd. in Miami.

“CIRQUE ELOIZE”

Following sold-out engagements in Montreal and Toronto, world-renowned Cirque Éloize presents the criticallyacclaimed new production. Cirque Eloize, in collaboration with Cirque du Soleil are offering a spectacular, mindblowing fusion of new theatrical circus and urban dance . There is a very special pre-sale and discount opportunity to see Cirque Éloize ID at the Adrienne Arsht Center this summer.. Tickets start at $25 – Go to www.arshtcenter.org and enter code: PREMIUMCIRQUE to receive a 15% ticket discount exclusively for MDGLCC members. Opening July 26.

AFRICAN TREASURES; SELECTIONS FROM THE NAOMI WILZIG COLLECTION

Now through August 31st, at the World Erotic Art Museum, 1205 Washington Avenue on Miami Beach. This is a presentation of the Naomi Wilzig African Art Collection featuring objects used across the continent of Africa for fertility and divination practices. Artifacts highlighted within the exhibition illustrate the characteristics of fertility worship within the home and community and continue to play dynamic roles in the lives of many societies. All objects were collected for their display of genitalia and specific utilitarian functions of the objects regarding fertility practice by the cultures. Ranging in age from hundreds of years old to only several decades, they represent how various objects have functioned as powerful symbols, connecting spiritual values and social roles. This exhibition explores the significance, aesthetics and purpose of African material objects as well as their social contexts. For more information, visit them online at www.weam.com.

Miami Gay Events – June 30, 2011

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MIAMI MR. GAY
Who will be the next Miami Mr. Gay? Find out on Saturday, July 2, from
7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Hosted by Tony Ferro, Michael Stanley and Brian Gorman. For bottle service and table reservation, call (305) 455-2231. To be held at the Lords Hotel South Beach, 1120 Collins Avenue.

Victor Calderone at Friends Pool Party

at Surfcomber (Doubletree, 1717 Collins Avenue on South Beach on Sunday, July 3rd, from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. 21+. Victor Calderone with The Martinez Brothers, Behrouz and
Rony Seikaly. Get tickets at http://space.wantickets.com/Events/ShowEvent.aspx?eventId=90985, use promotional code “TRAVIS ROGERS” to save $5 off each ticket. For more information, contact Travis at (954)536-4377 or send an email to travis@weekendweapons.com”.

URGE?WITH?D.J.?ABEL
Sunday, July 3, from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Dream, 1532 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach. The biggest party of Miami Beach Pride returns for the July 4th long weekend. While Dream is one of the most sought after venues on the beach, with superb sound and lighting, they are severely limited in the number of people they can accommodate. Therefore, only 500 advance tickets are being made available, with the first 100 priced at only $20. Prices will increase on a tiered scale, so the sooner you buy tickets, the more you will save. 21 and over. Get tickets exclusively with ShowClix, http://getik.it/52098?f

Britney Spears @
American Airlines Arena
See Britney Spears live on the Femme Fatale Tour with special guest Nicki Minaj and opening performances by Jessie and the Toy Boys and Nervo. Tickets are now on sale at Ticketmas-ter.com. Get your tickets now if you want to be a part of this epic Britney Spears Femme Fatale Tour. The concert will be held on Friday July 22nd, 2011 from 6 to 10 p.m., at the American Airlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Blvd. in Miami.

“Cirque eloize”
Following sold-out engagements in Montreal and Toronto, world-renowned Cirque Éloize presents the critically-acclaimed new production. Cirque Eloize, in collaboration with Cirque du Soleil are offering a spectacular, mind-blowing fusion of new theatrical circus and urban dance . There is a very special pre-sale and discount opportunity to see Cirque Éloize ID at the Adrienne Arsht Center this summer.. Tickets start at $25 – Go to www.arshtcenter.org and enter code: PREMIUMCIRQUE to receive a 15% ticket discount exclusively for MDGLCC members.

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