Florida Agenda

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.

PRINCE POPPYCOCK

Prince Poppycock at the Parliament House (410 N Orange Blossom Trail in downtown Orlando), Saturday, July 2nd, from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Runner up in “America’s Got Talent, the one and only Prince Poppycock will be joining the Parliament House Resort for an awesome concert. No advance ticket sales. Come in early and celebrate with us all night long!

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.

GOLDEN RETRIEVER RESCUE OF MID-FLORIDA

Rescue can take many forms, from a single individual trying to make a difference by saving one dog to a group of people working together for the common goal of saving many animals. GRRMF concentrates on Golden Retrievers because they are passionately devoted to this breed. GRRMF is comprised solely of volunteers and is self-supporting, relying on fund raising and donations to support all rescue efforts including veterinary care. 100% of all donations are used for the rescue effort. GRRMF, Inc. is recognized by and affiliated with The Golden Retriever Club of America, Inc. GRCA is highly supportive of the rescue efforts of all of its member clubs.

For more information, contact the Intake Coordinator at 407-332-2840.

Miami

AN EVENING OUT WITH JACQUES RENAULT

Friday, June 17, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. at Bardot, 3456 North Miami Avenue in Miami. Love disco? Come out and enjoy some of the best music on the planet as Nightdrive Miami and Bardot host an evening featuring Jacques Renault. Producer and deejay Renault was a post-punk Washington DC native who moved to Chicago in 1997 to continue his studies of viola, but in turn got a serious education in dance music. Recently voted as Best NYC D.J. for Paper’s Night Life Awards, Jacques has held residencies at New York’s famed venues Happy Ending and Tribeca Grand while currently hosting a 205 Club party showcasing an impressive line-up of weekly guest deejays. Along with friends at DFA Records, Jacques is pushing the disco conscious sweep into the new dance-punk scene. With his edits, original tracks and collaborative project RUNAWAY, he has released music on internationally acclaimed New York labels Italians Do It Better, Editions Disco, and Wurst Edits, while having EP’s slated for Brennan Green’s Chinatown, Cosmo Vitelli’s I’m A Clich, Radio Slave’s Rekids and the new internet only label RCRD LBL. As well as getting coveted spots on the Glimmers’ Eskimo mix and the Lindstrom and Prins Thomas BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix, Mr. Renault appears regularly on Beats In Space, EVR and contributes a weekly show, Runaway Disco, to VIVA Radio.

“LET’S HEAR IT FOR THE BOYS”

The Miami Gay Men’s Choir presents “Let’s Hear it for the Boys” on June 17 & 18 at 8 p.m. at the Colony Theater, 1040 Lincoln Road, on Miami Beach.

Boys and boy bands have kept us singing and dancing since the 1050’s – Paul Simon, The Beatles, Elton John, Ricky Martin, The Village People, Elvis Presley and more. Premium seats $35, regular $30, balcony $25. For more information, visit www.miamigaychorus.org.

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

Fort Lauderdale

OUT FOR LAUGHS

Jessica Kirson: Out for Laughs on Friday, June 17, at 8 p.m. at The Manor Entertainment Complex, 2345 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors. For more information; www.pandoraevents.com or call (954) 288-8691.

METAMORPHOSIS

The Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida presents Metamorphosis on Friday and Saturday, June 17 & 18, at 8 p.m. at the Sunshine Cathedral, 1480 SW 9th Avenue in Fort Lauderdale, 33315. For more information, visit www.gaymenschorusofsouthflorida. org.

FORT LAUDERDALE BEAR PRIDE POOL PARTY

Saturday, June 18, from 1 to 7 p.m. at The Depot, 2935 N. Federal Highway in Fort Lauderdale. This is a special no cover event on Saturday afternoon during pride weekend. So, if you have not checked out this new very cool space yet, this will be the time to do it. This party will be sponsored by Gold’s Gym, Pride Factory and Swiss Navy Lube. Gold’s will give out a free week’s pass and a personal training session to everyone who attends. Pride Factory will be giving away gift bags to the first 100 people who show up and Swiss Navy will sponsor a hospitality suite at the hotel. There will also be a $12 beer bust with other drink specials. D.J. Daddy O will be on hand to make sure the groove is just right.

SUMMER SERENADE II

South Florida Symphony, String Quartet, Summer Serenade II, June 21, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Josephine S. Leiser Opera Center, 221 Southwest 3rd Avenue, in Fort Lauderdale. For more information, visit www.southfloridasymphony. org.

LIVING OUT LOUD

Fort Lauderdale Gay Men’s Chorus: Living Out Loud, Saturday, June 25, at both 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW 5 Avenue, in Fort Lauderdale. For more information, visit browardcenter.org.

RELATIONSHIFTS

Presented by OUTlet. Saturday, June 25. A conference for and by young women ages 15+. RelationSHIFTS is Outlet’s sister conference organized by OUTlet’s young women’s leadership conference devoted to four topics YOU desire to know more about: healthy relationships, healthy sexual intimacy, eating for wellness and healthy bodies and relationship violence. Free to attend, no walk-ins. Register online today at www.Outlet4YoungWomen.com.

DYNAMIC WOMEN

Dynamic Women: Gathering our Resources Together to Make a Difference on Tuesday, June 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. Join Brenda Hartley and the Staff at Bank United, 2723 N. Dixie Hwy, Wilton Manors. Please RSVP to (954) 630-3126.

Bay Area

“PROTECT YOUR MONSTER” PARTY

Friday, June 17, from 7 to 10 p.m. at Chelsea Nightclub, 1502 N. Florida Ave. in Tampa. Join the Sister Bonnie Sattva for her Novice Project along with the other Sisters for a night of fun and frivolity as they present Harry Monster and Woo- Woo. Enjoy some Jello shots. Partake in the costume contest with a $25 prize for best outfit. So, bust out your feathers, fur and assorted monster wear. 50/50 raffles and a special safer sex basket will be auctioned off full of all kinds of goodies.

DIXIE LONGATE’S TUPPERWARE PARTY

Friday, June 17, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. It’s not your grandmother’s Tupperware party in conjunction with Florida LEGAL’s Annual Retreat. Be prepared to have great time, drink, laugh ‘til your sides hurt or pee in your pants. Dixie is amazingly funny and will again be donating all the proceeds to Florida LEGAL, Inc. Advanced ticket sales $15 via PayPal on the fla-legal.com website. Make sure to mark your donation payment for Dixie Longate and bring a copy for entrance to the event. Tickets at the door are $20. All donations to FLA-LEGAL, Inc., are Tax Deductable under §501(3)(c). The Flamingo Resort (4601 34th St. S in St. Petersburg) will be providing a full cash bar, menu and table service during the event for your drinking and snacking pleasure. Donations are going to help with the cost of hosting the 2012 International Conference of LGBT Law Enforcement Professionals Conference, to be held in Orlando, FL the last week of May into June, 2012. For more information, go to www.dixiestupperwareparty. com.

SOUND GARDEN T-DANCE

Saturday, June 18, from 2 to 8 p.m. at Chelsea Nightclub, 1502 N. Florida Ave. in Tampa. Power Infiniti and Chhoy Sutimek Productions present “Sound Garden” with hosts Conun Drum and New York singing sensation, Frankie Presley performing live and doing a meet and greet. 3 to 4 p.m. open bar, after 5 p.m. $3 cover. Fire and Ice raffle items, hot music, cool vibe. Frankie was in the former pop group Wow. While with his former group, Frankie, he had the privilege to open for Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez and Sean Kingston. Frankie joined Jason Derulo, Ludacris, Lyaz, T-Pain and many other artists at the Chicago B96s Summer Bash concert in 2010. Frankie can also be seen in multiple issues of Popstar! Magazine, Maximo TV and various interviews on YouTube, on Red Carpet and Charity Events.

Central Florida

ORLANDO GAY PARENTS GROUP

Social group for children of gay parents. Monthly outing to parks, zoos, puppet shows. Geared toward children under 10 years old. For more information, call (407) 420-9955 to receive newsletters and invitations to events.

GOLDEN RETRIEVER RESCUE OF MID-FLORIDA

Rescue can take many forms, from a single individual trying to make a difference by saving one dog to a group of people working together for the common goal of saving many animals. GRRMF concentrates on Golden Retrievers because they are passionately devoted to this breed. All across America, local Golden Retriever clubs are working to save Goldens that show up wandering the streets or in shelters. GRRMF is comprised solely of volunteers and is self-supporting, relying on fund raising and donations to support all rescue efforts including veterinary care. 100% of all donations are used for the rescue effort. GRRMF, Inc. is recognized by and affiliated with The Golden Retriever Club of America, Inc. GRCA is highly supportive of the rescue efforts of all of its member clubs. For more information, contact the Intake Coordinator at 407-332-2840.

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.

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.

Hanks
5026 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL
Friendly local bar with a cruisy attitude. One of Orlando’s
oldest and friendliest Gay bars. Beer and Wine. Pool Tables,
Video Games and a Large Patio area.

Hamburger Mary’s Bar & Grill
110 West Church Street, Orlando, FL
Eat, Drink & Be Mary! Tuesday BINGO with Miss Sammy &
Carol Lee, Wednesday Trivia with Doug Bouser and Leigh
Shannon’s Cabaret Dinner Show is every Saturday, 7:30PM.

Parliament House
410 N. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL
All gay entertainment complex with 130 newly-remodeled
hotel rooms. Cruisy Hotel, Nightclub, Pool Bar, Bear/Leather Bar.

New Phoenix
7124 Aloma Ave., Winter Park, FL
Winter Park’s ONLY Gay & Lesbian Bar. Been There Forever!
Karaoke every Tuesday and Friday at 9pm. Drag shows every
Saturday night. Home of the $1 Jello shots.

Pulse
1912 S Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
Orlando’s Premier Gay Bar & Nightclub with Ultra Lounge,
Jewel Box Dance Floor, and Adonis Dancers. Twisted
Tuesdays with $10 All-U-Can Drink, College Wednesdays
(18+) and 2-4-1 every Friday for Happy Hour.

Savoy Orlando
1913 N. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
“The hottest” gay bar and nightclub in Orlando. The MEN
OF SAVOY Dancers from 6PM til 2AM every night in the
main bar! Video Bar, Pool Tables.

Wylde’s
3557 S. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
Neighborhood bar South of Downtown Orlando. Jukebox,
Video Games, Pool Tables and Dancers.

Paradise Orlando
1300 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL
Orlando’s casual Gay & Lesbian bar and nightclub. Patio,
Tiki Bar and Pool Tables. Happy Hour 4 til 9PM and drink
specials every day til 9PM.

Bar Codes (formerly Bear Bar)
4453 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, FL
Friendly Bar, Real Men and Bears… Oh My! Beer and Wine.
Tends to attract the after work Happy Hour crowd.

Fort Lauderdale

BEYOND THE L-WORD Fascinating performance workshop/ lecture on lesbian culture. This workshop/lecture invites participants to enact a colorful range of scenarios taken from lesbian history, lesbian theatre, and lesbian pulp fiction. Discover what has been missing in popular culture-the fierce and fascinating archetypes of women who choose women! Playwright and director Carolyn Gage is the author of more than sixty plays and seven books on lesbian theatre, and in 2009, she won the national Lambda Literary Award in Drama. This is a performance workshop for all abilities, all genders, and all orientations. Audience welcome. Friday, June 10 at 7:30 p.m. at The Pride Center at Equality Park, 2040 N. Dixie Highway in Wilton Manors.

WIN EPICUREAN DINNER CLUB Women in Network’s Epicurean Dinner Club and The Pride Center Present: Brunch and T-Dance on Sunday, June 12th, from 12:30 to 2:30 pm for brunch and 3 pm for the Patio T-Dance at The Manor Entertainment Complex, 2345 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors. Prix Fixe menu includes two drinks. For further information please contact Joyce Schweitzer at 954- 558-3657 or Toni Hadi at 954-565-0094.

UGLY DUCKLINGS WORKSHOPS An anti-bullying workshop confronting teen suicide, Sunday, June 12 at 12 noon at The Pride Center, 2040 N. Dixie Highway in Wilton Manors. This workshop involves a hands-on dramatic component, where 30 minutes of key scenes from Gage’s play Ugly Ducklings are presented by participants. This play explores the impact of homophobic policies and harassment on counselors and campers at a girls’ summer camp. The readings are followed by a screening of the documentary, “Ugly Ducklings,” based on Gage’s play, as well as a panel discussion featuring the playwright and others connected with the issues. These workshops are free and open to the public. For more information, call the Women’s Theatre Project at 954-462-2334.

”KEYS TO BUSINESS SUCCESS” Monday, June 13, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Pride Center, 2040 N. Dixie Highway. The market is changing: Are you? Join Yvonne Rohrbacher for a free preview of “Keys to Small Business Success: Workshop Series. This short presentation will include a free opportunity to self-assess your own business skills and hear an explanation of what business experts consider the main skills crucial for success, including strategic planning, prioritizing and time use, communication and negotiations, sales and customer services and employee selection, training and managing.

Miami

“IN THE NEXT ROOM” OR “THE VIBRATOR PLAY” At GableStage through June 12, 1200 Anastasia Avenue in Coral Gables. GableStage presents The Next Room” or “The Vibrator Play” by Sarah Ruhl through June 12. A comedy about marriage, intimacy and electricity. “A sex comedy for adults with open hearts and minds.” Performances will be held on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturday at 8p.m. and Sundays at 2p.m. and 7p.m. For reservations and information, call (305) 445-1119 or visit www.gablestage.org.

“A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE” The New Theater Presents “A Streetcar Named Desire” now through June 12 at 4120 Laguna Street in Coral Gables. “A Streetcar Named Desire” is by Tennessee Williams. Performances Thursday through Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 1 and 5:30 p.m. This modern classic follows the decline of a fading Southern belle and the sexy, beer-chugging barbarian responsible for her tragic fall. For more information, visit www.new-theatre.org or call (305) 443-5909.

TASTE FOR CHANGE WINE TASTING FUNDRAISER Abzyme Research Foundation and Joel Santos invite you to this very special wine tasting. The vaccine for Polio was developed with grassroots fundraising through the March of Dimes. ARF is funding a promising new therapeutic HIV vaccine through a series of charity wine tastings. Join them and support hope for a future without HIV/AIDS. All proceeds will go toward the continued development and advancement of HIV-EVAC, a revolutionary therapeutic HIV vaccine candidate. To learn more about ARF and HIVEVAC, visit www.endhiv. com. Friday June 17, from 7 to 9 pm at Bar 721, 721 Lincoln Lane on Miami Beach. RSVP by Friday June 3 via Host Joel Santos: joel@sobeteethwhitening. com, (786) 267-0404. Suggested donation of $40, 21+ to attend this event.

“LET’S HEAR IT FOR THE BOYS” The Miami Gay Men’s Choir presents “Let’s Hear it for the Boys” on June 17 & 18 at 8 p.m. at the Colony Theater, 1040 Lincoln Road, on Miami Beach. Boys and boy bands have kept us singing and dancing since the 1050’s – Paul Simon, The Beatles, Elton John, Ricky Martin, The Village People, Elvis Presley and more. Premium seats $35, regular $30, balcony $25. For more information, visit www.miamigaychorus.org.

Bay Area

SOMEDAY SOUVENIR Friday, June 10 from 8 to 11 p.m. at Play Ybor in Tampa. “Someday Souvenir” is a by request show. Send them a request and they will try and pull it off but hurry to get your request in.

FIRE AND ICE WEEKEND AT ST. PETE PRIDE Florida’s only Gay beach party of the summer with world renowned deejay, Luis Perez spinning Saturday. Fire & Ice Weekend represents what is so hot about a party on the beach and what is so cool about supporting St. Pete Pride. The very retro Postcard Inn (6300 Gulf Blvd.) on St Pete Beach will play host to the private gay party for the largest pride celebration in Florida on Friday, June 24 from 1 to 7 p.m. Highlights of the weekend include Friday’s Fire Party that includes the hottest pool and beach event of the summer. Friday also includes St. Pete Pride’s Kick-Off Party at Georgie’s Alibi. Saturday will bring the parade and promenade at St Pete Pride. The highlight of the weekend will be the Saturday Ice Party with D.J. Luis Perez. Sunday will focus on a festival Beach Party including our pool party and beach pavillion. Later attend the St. Pete Pride Closing Party at Flamingo Resort. Visit www.alandchuck.travel. com to book a room.

JAGERMEISTER ST. PETE PRIDE PRE-PARTY Friday, June 24 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Celebrate St. Pete Pride at the official kickoff party at Georgies Alibi (3100 3rd Ave. N. in Saint Petersburg) the night before the Street Festival and Promenade. Don’t miss this night of fun with great music, special entertainment, drink specials, giveaways and more. Come out and kick-start the weekend fun. For more information visit www.GeorgiesAlibi.com.

TROPICAL T-DANCE Official St. Pete Pride Closing Party on Sunday, June 26, from 1 p.m. to 2 a.m. Come party around the pool for the hottest T-Dance in town. Drink specials, drag queens, hot male strippers and the Florida sun ensure that the party never ends. Come dance the afternoon away at St. Pete Pride’s Official Closing Party. For more information visit their website at www.FlamingoFla.com. The Flamingo Resort is located at 4601 34th St. S. in St. Petersburg.

THE SUNDAY BBQ IS BACK Ybor Resort and Spa, 1512 8th Ave. (15th Street) in Ybor City. Every Sunday at 5 p.m. Lots of hot flavorful guys here lining up for some buns, wieners and other tasty items. Come on down and put some sun on those buns in our open-air tropical Asianthemed patio with Jacuzzi.

Central Florida

ORLANDO GAY PARENTS GROUP Social group for children of gay parents. Monthly outing to parks, zoos, puppet shows. Geared toward children under 10 years old. For more information, call (407) 420-9955 to receive newsletters and invitations to events.

GOLDEN RETRIEVER RESCUE OF MID-FLORIDA Rescue can take many forms, from a single individual trying to make a difference by saving one dog to a group of people working together for the common goal of saving many animals. GRRMF concentrates on Golden Retrievers because they are passionately devoted to this breed. All across America, local Golden Retriever clubs are working to save Goldens that show up wandering the streets or in shelters. GRRMF is comprised solely of volunteers and is self-supporting, relying on fund raising and donations to support all rescue efforts including veterinary care. 100% of all donations are used for the rescue effort. GRRMF, Inc.

is recognized by and affiliated with The Golden Retriever Club of America, Inc. GRCA is highly supportive of the rescue efforts of all of its member clubs. For more information, contact the Intake Coordinator at 407-332-2840.

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.

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.

Fort Lauderdale

BEYOND THE L-WORD

Fascinating performance workshop/ lecture on lesbian culture. This workshop/ lecture invites participants to enact a colorful range of scenarios taken from lesbian history, lesbian theatre, and lesbian pulp fiction. Discover what has been missing in popular culture-the fierce and fascinating archetypes of women who choose women! This workshop explores the historical enclaves where lesbians have attempted to live out our dreams and escape from our nightmares. This is a performance workshop for all abilities, all genders, and all orientations. Audience welcome. Friday, June 10 at 7:30 p.m. at The Pride Center at Equality Park, 2040 N. Dixie Highway in Wilton Manors.

WIN EPICUREAN DINNER CLUB

Women in Network’s Epicurean Dinner Club and The Pride Center Present: Brunch and T-Dance on Sunday, June 12th, from 12:30 to 2:30 pm for brunch and 3 pm for the Patio T-Dance at The Manor Entertainment Complex, 2345 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors. Prix Fixe menu includes two drinks. For further information please contact Joyce Schweitzer at 954- 558-3657 or Toni Hadi at 954-565-0094.

”KEYS TO BUSINESS SUCCESS”

Monday, June 13, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Pride Center, 2040 N. Dixie Highway. The market is changing: Are you? Join Yvonne Rohrbacher for a free preview of “Keys to Small Business Success: Workshop Series. This short presentation will include a free opportunity to self-assess your own business skills and needs and hear an explanation of what business experts consider the main skills crucial for success, including strategic planning, prioritizing and time use, communication and negotiations, sales and customer services and employee selection, training and managing.

FORT LAUDERDALE BEAR PRIDE POOL PARTY

Saturday, June 18, from 1 to 7 p.m. at The Depot, 2935 N. Federal Highway in Fort Lauderdale. This is a special no cover event on Saturday afternoon during pride weekend. So, if you have not checked out this new very cool space yet, this will be the time to do it. This party will be sponsored by Gold’s Gym, Pride Factory and Swiss Navy Lube. Gold’s will give out a free week’s pass and a personal training session to everyone who attends. Pride Factory will be giving away gift bags to the first 100 people who show up and Swiss Navy will sponsor a hospitality suite at the hotel. There will also be a $12 beer bust with other drink specials. D.J. Daddy O will be on hand to make sure the groove is just right.

Miami

TASTE FOR CHANGE WINE TASTING FUNDRAISER

Abzyme Research Foundation and Joel Santos invite you to this very special wine tasting. The vaccine for Polio was developed with grassroots fundraising through the March of Dimes. ARF is funding a promising new therapeutic HIV vaccine through a series of charity wine tastings. Join them and support hope for a future without HIV/AIDS. All proceeds will go toward the continued development and advancement of HIV-EVAC, a revolutionary therapeutic HIV vaccine candidate. To learn more about ARF and HIVEVAC, visit www.endhiv. com. Friday June 17, from 7 to 9 pm at Bar 721, 721 Lincoln Lane on Miami Beach. RSVP by Friday June 3 via Host Joel Santos: joel@sobeteethwhitening. com, (786) 267-0404. Suggested donation of $40, 21+ to attend this event.

“LET’S HEAR IT FOR THE BOYS”

The Miami Gay Men’s Choir presents “Let’s Hear it for the Boys” on June 17 & 18 at 8 p.m. at the Colony Theater, 1040 Lincoln Road, on Miami Beach. Boys and boy bands have kept us singing and dancing since the 1050’s – Paul Simon, The Beatles, Elton John, Ricky Martin, The Village People, Elvis Presley and more. Premium seats $35, regular $30, balcony $25. For more information, visit www.miamigaychorus.org.

BRITNEY SPEARS AT 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 available for sale at Ticketmaster.com. The concert will be held on Friday July 22, 2011 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the American Airlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Boulevard 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.

Bay Area

FIRE AND ICE WEEKEND AT ST. PETE PRIDE

Florida’s only Gay beach party of the summer with world renowned deejay, Luis Perez spinning Saturday. Fire & Ice Weekend represents what is so hot about a party on the beach and what is so cool about supporting St. Pete Pride. The very retro Postcard Inn (6300 Gulf Blvd.) on St Pete Beach will play host to the private gay party for the largest pride celebration in Florida on Friday, June 24 from 1 to 7 p.m. Highlights of the weekend include Friday’s Fire Party that includes the hottest pool and beach event of the summer. Friday also includes St. Pete Pride’s Kick-Off Party at Georgie’s Alibi. Saturday will bring the parade and promenade at St Pete Pride. The highlight of the weekend will be the Saturday Ice Party with D.J. Luis Perez. Sunday will focus on a festival Beach Party including our pool party and beach pavillion, dancing on the beach, and the beautiful Gulf of Mexico open for business all day. Later attend the St. Pete Pride Closing Party at Flamingo Resort. Visit www.alandchuck. travel.com to book a room.

TROPICAL T-DANCE

Official St. Pete Pride Closing Party on Sunday, June 26, from 1 p.m. to 2 a.m. Come party around the pool for the hottest T-Dance in town. Drink specials, drag queens, hot male strippers and the Florida sun ensure that the party never ends. Come dance the afternoon away at St. Pete Pride’s Official Closing Party. For more information visit their website at www.FlamingoFla.com. The Flamingo Resort is located at 4601 34th St. S. in St. Petersburg.

STRIKE OUT FOR AIDS FUN BOWL

Saturday, Aug. 13, from 5 to 8 p.m., a fundraiser for Francis House. Francis House has been providing supportive services to Tampa’s HIV/AIDS community for over 20 years. Money raised from the Strike Out for AIDS fundraiser helps Francis House keep long-standing programs running. These programs include support groups, mental health and substance abuse counseling, medical and housing case management and the daily feeding program. Once you register, you will be taken to your very own fundraising center where you can customize your page to raise money for your entry fee or simply pay your entry fee! You can create a team and recruit your team members. Prizes awarded for the individual and team that raises the most money. This event has sold out two years in a row and only has 128 spots available. All registrations must be done online at www.strikoutforaids. org. To be held at Pinchasers, 4847 N. Armenia Avenue in Tampa.

Central Florida

GAY DAYS AT WALT DISNEY WORLD

June 2 through 5, 2011 in Orlando, FL. The long standing Gay Day at Disney has morphed into a week-long celebration at the theme parks of Orlando. The days are focused on the parks and pool parties, the nights are packed with dance parties at various venues. Gay Days – the original group is still quite popular, especially among folks more interested in the park-focused events and connecting with others.

ORLANDO BLACK PRIDE

May 31 to June 5, 2011; Orlando Black Pride brings thousands of LGBTers together for a long weekend of events and entertainment. There are parties for the fellas, the ladies and everything in between and you can find all the great events on the official website. So head out to Orlando and get ready to party… www.orlandoblackpride. com.

HEDONISM PARTY

Saturday, June 4, from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. OrlandoBlackPride.com presents Hedonism Party featuring 4 exclusive parties in 1 club for 1 price: “The All Boyz XXX Party” with D.J. Angel X from Atlanta.

For more information, visit their website at www.orlandoblackpride.com. The party will be held at the LAX Nightclub (formally Club Destiny) located at 7430 Universal Boulevard in Orlando.

A NIGHT OF PERPETUAL COMEDY

The Orlando Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence present a night of perpetual comedy on Thursday June 2. featuring the talents of improv comedians formerly of the Comedy Warehouse at Disney’s Pleasure Island and benefitting The Sister Claire Annette Blowood Memorial Granting Fund. Show times are 8 and 10 p.m. Cover: $7 suggested donation. To be held at the Parliament House, 410 N Orange Blossom Trail (W Livingston Street) in downtown Orlando.

EVOLVE @ MR. SISTER’S

Experience Orlando’s only lakeside club at Mr. Sisters, during the first weekend in June. Friday, June 3 – D.J. Eddie Baez and singing sensation Kelly Rowland. Saturday, June 4 – D.J. Escape and international recording artist Deborah Cox. $4 of every ticket that is purchased through www.eventbrite.com/event/14392277 69/SASCHAVOSS/9705616043 will be donated to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. General admission: $29, per night, per person. VIP $50-55 per night, per person. Mr. Sister’s is at 5310 E Colonial Dr. in Orlando.

Fort Lauderdale

BEAR CODES PRESENTS SPLASH!
Saturday, April 30, from 2 to 8 p.m. in Fort Lauderdale at the Royal Palms Resort, 2901 Terramar Street. Monthly pool parties for bears, cubs, chubs, chasers and friends. Join them at the new Royal Palms Resort and Spa for the Official Opening Party of Splash with live deejays and more. The Royal Palms Boutique Hotel offers luxurious rooms, a full bar, a café serving great food and a full service spa and gym. And yes … a clothing-optional heated pool, so come in your swimsuits or your birthday suit… the choice is yours. As appreciation for your continued support of Bear Codes, they are extending to those that RSVP for the opening party event only, no cover charge (normal cover is $7). You must RSVP on Facebook to receive the free entry and you can only RSVP yourself. There will be an RSVP list at the door. Help spread the word and invite your friends on the invite link on the event page and give them a chance to RSVP and get the newest hottest pool party grand opening for free. Splash will be held monthly.

IGLTA’s ANNUAL GLOBAL CONFERENCE
Unleash your hidden talents at IGLTA’s Annual Global Convention. Professionals from around the world will unite in Fort Lauderdale May 10-15, 2011, to network, educate, brainstorm and take LGBT tourism to unprecedented levels. Educational programming, Unleashed 2.0, will serve as the cornerstone of future business development. Sessions will cater to all experience levels in social media, internet marketing and new travel technology trends to help you reach customers in a more efficient way. Mark your calendars now! This will be the must-attend event of 2011. Don’t let your competitors leave you behind.

STONEWALL STREET FESTIVAL AND PARADE
Sunday, Jun 19, 2011, in Wilton Manors from 3 to 8 p.m. Continues the Wilton Manors Stonewall tradition and adds some surprises & new highlights. The festival stretches from 5 Points to NE 20th Street on Wilton Drive with multiple stages filled with exciting entertainment, exhibits from sponsors, merchants, and area non-profits, demonstrations, games, street performers and an exciting assortment of gourmet food trucks and beverage stations. The twilight parade features floats from near and far.

For more info check out www.stonewallwiltonmanors.com.

Miami

LADY GAGA MONSTER BALL APRIL 2011
Wednesday, Apr 13, from 8 to 11 p.m. at the American Airlines 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.

MISS RICHFIELD 1981 IS HEADING TO MIAMI
Miss Richfield 1981 is coming to Miami for the very first time to officially kickoff Miami Beach Pride with a performance at the Colony Theater on April 15 at 8 p.m.  A portion of the tickets and proceeds from a raffle will benefit Miami Beach Pride and GLAAD. In her new show, “30 Years on the Throne!,” Miss R. looks back at her storybook life celebrating three decades of beauty sovereignty as reigning queen of Richfield, Minnesota, “where butter is a spice and gravy is a beverage.”
Miss Richfield has appeared on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno”, “Today” on NBC, “Cake Boss” on TLC and “Weekends with Samantha Brown” on Travel Channel.  Her live performances have received critical acclaim and The New York Post recently honored “Miss Richfield 1981” as the must-see act in Provincetown”. Tickets are $25/$35 and are available at the Colony Theater Box Office or www.missrichfield.com.  Miss Richfield 1981 will host an after-party at Mova Lounge following the show.

MIAMI BEACH PRIDE
On Saturday, April 16, Miami Beach will be more fabulous than ever! Miami Beach City Mayor Matti Bower, your friends, family and allies celebrate the 3rd annual Miami Beach Gay Pride parade and festival. It’s a celebration of the extraordinary strength, beauty and contributions of South Florida’s LGBT community, and an exciting all-day event that featured a parade, a festival with exciting celebrity presentations and musical performances, and an expo with LGBT-friendly vendors and businesses, refreshments and food, and a family-friendly “playzone”. Miami Beach Gay Pride is an extraordinary celebration that brings out the best in us all. Last year’s pride event brought out over 35,000 people from all walks of life and cities from across Florida — and across the world — making Miami Beach Gay Pride the city’s largest one-day event. This year will be even better!

Bay Area

RENEGADES SPLASH?POOL?PARTY
After a long morning of softball, come by to cool off with food, beer and Bob’s famous cupcakes, raffles and lots of prizes. Sunday, Apr. 3, from 12 noon to 3 p.m. at Gay St Pete House, 4505 Fifth Avenue North in St. Petersburg.

LADY?GAGA?IN?TAMPA
Lady Gaga and special guests, Scissor Sisters, will be coming to the St. Pete Times Forum on Saturday, April 16th,from 7 to 11 p.m. Lady Gaga has captivated audiences around the globe with her stunning international smash, “The Monster Ball” tour, presented by Virgin Mobile. In 2010, the tour took her throughout Europe and North American, where she received rave reviews everywhere she stopped. With the majority of North American dates already sold out, Lady Gaga has announced she will be extending her North American 2011 tour, now including a stop at Tampa’s St. Pete Times Forum.

WET LUBE WRESTLING
Tampa Bay RULEs, Sunday Apr 17, 1 to 5 p.m., Chelsea Nightclub, 1502 N. Florida Ave. in Tampa. This month’s event is sponsored by WET. So cum get piggy, wear your rubber, jock or hottest leather, but get ready to get some WET wrestlin’ on. Bar opens to the general public from 3 p.m. on. Building leathermen/ fetishmen brotherhood and gathering just for fun without egos and attitudes. 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 a good ole fashioned leather/fetish tea dance with a new twist… the twist is what you bring and who you are. Always open to suggestions and ideas to promote, build and excite OUR community! This is just the beginning… the future is so bright, let’s start burning those candles! tbrulesz@gmail.com

DIVERSITY SLAM SPRING FLING
Friday, Apr 22, 9 p.m. to 12 midnight,
L Train, 900 Central Ave., Saint Petersburg. Open mic night spoken word, acoustic jams.

INTERPOL
Thursday, Apr 28, from 6 to 10 p.m. at The Ritz Ybor, 1507 East 7th Avenue in Tampa. $24 advance tickets, all ages.

GAY BOWLING
First Thursday of each month from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Dunedin Bowling Lanes, 405 Patricia Avenue in Dunedin. For more information, call (727) 736-1282.

Central Florida

SCISSOR  SISTERS
Scissor Sisters at Hard Rock Live, Thurs., Apr. 7, 7 to 10 p.m., 6050 Universal Blvd. in Orlando.

RICKY MARTIN LIVE
Friday Apr. 8, 2011, in Orlando from 6 to 9 p.m, Amway Center, 400 W Church St.

THE MONSTER BALL
Lady Gaga at the Amway Center, Friday Apr. 15,, 7 to 11:30 p.m., 400 W Church St in Orlando.

ORLANDO WHITE PARTY
Saturday Apr. 16, 201,1 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 the 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.

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 p.m. to 12 midnight at Mr. Sister’s, 5310 East Colonial Dr. in Orlando.

NINA VS. RAJA
RuPaul’s Drag Race girls at the Parliament House (410 N Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando), Saturday May 7, 2011, in Orlando from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. 1st runner up of season one, Nina Flowers and  top 5 (as it stands right now), Raja of season three will be joining the award winning Footlight Players: Darcel Stevens, V, Armani, Sassy Devine and the Men of the Footlight Theater. Three rooms of music –  featuring D.J. Brianna Lee of Gayinternetradiolive.com in the disco, Pop 40 mix in the video bar and hip-hop/pop in the piano bar.

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.

ORLANDO – On Friday, February 25, 2011, Joe Bettes passed away. Joe was a former Parliament House and Full Moon employee. Joe and his lover, Dennis McCormack also opened Friends Restaurant in Orlando. After selling Friends Restaurant, Joe and Dennis moved to Fort Lauderdale. In December 2010, Joe and Dennis moved back to Orlando.

On Saturday, March 19, 2011, there will be a Celebration of Joe’s Life from 7:00pm – 9:00pm in the Disco. We are looking for people to perform (volunteer) and/ or donate items to raffle off.

(This is not a memorial… it is a CELEBRATION)

The money raised will go to Dennis McCormack to help him pay for the funeral. Dennis and Joe have done a lot for the community. This is a call for the community to come together to take care of them.

Please contact Fred@parliamenthouse. com to participate and support Dennis and Joe.

ORLANDO – Advocate magazine has released its second annual list of America’s “gayest cities,” and this year Orlando ranks No. 4. The list, while not scientific but still accurate, details where gays are living, loving, voting, and creating communities.

“Everyone knows that many Disney employees are friends of Dorothy.

But now Orlando itself is coming out as a hot spot for gay and lesbian life and a hotbed of progressive attitudes,” stated the Advocate regarding Orlando. “Last November, when Orange County leaders voted 6-1 to add sexual orientation protections to the private-sector antidiscrimination law, not a single resident or religious organization opposed it.”

While Tampa and Fort Lauderdale failed to make the list, Miami came in at No. 15. The gayest city in America, according to the magazine, is Minneapolis, Minn. The Advocate states that “People here are nononsense, practical, and don’t deal well with hypocrites.”