Fort Lauderdale
DUELING DIVAS
Though the competition may be over for the Pittsburgh Steelers, the contest is just heating up for two local “Dueling Divas,” Mary- Jane Cunningham and Sandy Warren, who will perform in a musical duel, Saturday, February 19th, 8:00 pm in the Jennie Grossinger Theatre at Forest Trace, 5500 NW 69th Avenue in Lauderhill. Tickets are $20 if purchased in advance and $25 at the door with a complimentary cocktail included.
All proceeds will benefit the Broward Health Breast Cancer Center. 954.572.1800. Toll- Free: 1.800.648.8060
FORTITUDE WEEKEND
Fortitude is a new GLBT benefit weekend featuring over 12 events throughout Fort Lauderdale during President’s Day Weekend 2011 (February 17 -21). Fortitude includes a film festival, comedy night, live concert, Women’s and Men’s pool parties, sunset cocktails, brunch, and nightclub/bar events. Visit fortitudeweekend.com for details on all of the events.
ARTIST KEVIN ROTH
Local and National singer & recording artist Kevin Roth sings ballads, blues, and originals every Saturday through March 8 at 10:30 p.m. at MOJO RESTAURANT on Federal highway. Kevin is also performing two special FOLK MUSIC concerts with the Autoharp, Dulcimer, and Keyboard at the Gelati Martini Lounge on Wilton Drive on Sunday evenings from 7-10 p.m. His website is www.kevinrothmusiccom.
LGBT WEDDING EXPO FORT LAUDERDALE
This year’s event will once again be held at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Pier 66 and feature an afternoon of fun and trendy resources. Over 30 select wedding professionals will participate as exhibitors, each one screened to be LGBT-friendly. Travel Planners, Gift Companies, and Home & Family-Planning Resources are among the assortment of companies to be represented. Fort Lauderdale LGBT Wedding & Life Expo Hyatt Pier Sixty-Six 2301 SE 17th St. Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33316 Sunday, February 20th Time: 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Tickets: samelovesamerights.com
Miami
MIAMI-DADE GAY & LESBIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Business Builders Luncheon – Upper Eastside – February 17, 2011 – MDGLCC presents its monthly networking program held on the 2nd to the last Thursday of each month. Soyka’s Restaurant, 55th Street Station (5556 NE 4th Ct.), Miami / 305-759- 3117). Registration 11:30 am with luncheon/networking from noon to 1:00 pm. Cost: MDGLCC members – $30 per person – Potential Members – $40 per person ($10.00 applied to new membership). Includes seated style lunch limited to 20 persons. Please bring a friend. RSVP requested: 305-673- 4440 or mdglcc@bellsouth.net.
GAY & LESBIAN WALKING TOURS OF SOUTH BEACH
The Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce, Greater Miami Convention Visitor Bureau, and the Miami Design Preservation League (MDPL), present a ninety-minute guided Gay & Lesbian Walking Tour of South Florida on Saturday, February 26th at 5:00pm. The tour will depart from the MDPL Art Deco Welcome Center at Ocean Dr. and 10th St. Miami Beach and end at Lords South Beach, 1120 Collins Avenue. Reservations are not required. Tickets are $20, and can be purchased at MDGLCC or at MDPL’s Art Deco Welcome Center at Ocean Dr. and 10th St. FREE to MDPL and MDGLCC members.
10TH SOUTH BEACH WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
February 24th – 27th Celebrating 10 Years! Featuring Paula Deen, Guy Fieri, Bobby Flay, Emeril Lagasse, Rachael Ray, Giada De Laurentiis and many more. Visit www.sobefest.com for tickets and event details.
SIXTH ANNUAL SOUTH BEACH COMEDY FESTIVAL MARCH 2ND- 5TH
The South Beach Comedy Festival will run from March 2nd to 5th at various theaters in Miami Beach. Featured comics are set to include Doug Benson, Bill Burr, Adam Carolla Kevin Hart, Gabriel Iglesias, Wanda Sykes, Mad Cat Theatre Company and many more to be announced. For more information, go to www.southbeachcomedyfestival. com
Bay Area
2011 EQUALITY FLORIDA TAMPA GALA
An evening of fabulous food, drinks, and equality at the Tampa Garden Club, the “venue with a view”, 2629 Bayshore Blvd. in Tampa. Tickets are $100 and sponsorship opportunities begin at $500. To be held on Saturday, Feb. 26, from 7 to 9 p.m. Over the last 4 years, the Equality Florida Tampa Gala has blossomed into a “must attend” event that brings together over 300 of Tampa’s political, business, and civic leaders. With your help, this year’s event promises to be the best ever. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit http://eqfl.org/tampagala
18 FORE LIFE GOLF TOURNAMENT
Join MCC Tampa, Francis House and Metropolitan Charities as they host the 3rd annual 18 Fore Life Golf Tournament on Saturday, Mar. 26 from 1 to 6 pm at the Rocky Point Golf Club, 4151 Dana Shores Drive in Tampa. Registration fees for individual golfers are $85 each, fouresome $300. Fees go up from February 27. 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 important, play golf. Please contact MCC Tampa, Francis House, or Metropolitan Charities for further information.
MISS GAY FL USofA NEWCOMER PAGEANT
The Honey Pot (1507 East 7th Ave., Ybor City) will once again serve as the host venue for the 2011 Miss Gay FL USofA Newcomer Pageant on Sunday, Mar. 27 from 8 to 11 p.m. The evening will honor Alisa Summer (Miss Gay FL USofA Newcomer 2010) and features Amy DeMilo, Jocelyn Summers, Angelica Sanchez and Natasha Braxton. Hosted by Desiree Demornay (Miss Large & Lovely 2010) and Esmé Russell (Miss Heart of Florida Emeritus). VIP and reserved seating is available and additional information is available through Addison Taylor on Facebook. There will also be an after-party at G-Bar immediately following the pageant.
LADY GAGA IN TAMPA
Lady Gaga and special guests, Scissor Sisters will be coming to the St. Pete Times Forumon 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. 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.
Central Florida
BACK DOOR BUMBY
Revolution Nightclub (375 S. Bumby Ave (408) in Downtown Orlando) along with GRINDR and MyFlexRadio presents: “Back Door Bumby: Enter Through the Back” every 3rd Thursday starting February 17th. 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.
KISS & TELL
Join Revolution Nightclub (375 S. Bumby Ave (408) in Downtown Orlando) on Saturday, Feb. 19th for “Kiss & Tell: Revolution’s All- Girl High Lighter Party” from 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. No cover ‘til 11 p.m. for 21+ ($5 cover after 11 p.m.), 18 – 20 yrs $8 cover all night, $1 drinks 9 to 10 p.m. and $5 Tequila Rose shots. Revolution’s own D.J. Infinite in the Hydrate Video Bar spinning hip hop and R&B. D.J. Pat Pat from South Beach taking over the dance floor with Top 40 House and Dance. On the patio, special guest D.J. Joey Paranoia from Roxxy’s Takeovr bringing the hottest House, Electro and DubSTEP.
MARDI GROWL …
An Orlando Bear Bash Kickoff Party on Saturday Feb. 26 in Orlando from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. at Mr. Sister’s, 5310 E Colonial Dr. in Orlando. This is where there is really something for everyone and with no cover charge. Come see what all the excitement is about with Mr. Sisters Orlando. If you have not experienced this amazing venue, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to party there with the bears. Join them early for dinner. The party starts at 7 pm when friends of Orlando Bear Bash will receive 25% off appetizers and tapas. This is your chance to come taste the great food at Mr. Sisters with this bear discount. After you fill up, dine, dance and be hairy! Mr. Sisters features excellent entertainment and an amazing nightlife. Whether you are hanging out on the deck over the water, dancing in the club, catching the amazing entertainment, or in the sports bar and patio; Mr. Sisters is the place to be in Orlando.