October 2011 edition of BARtab by Bay Area Reporter

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Through the Grapevine

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In Vino Veritas

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Spooktacular

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Dress You Up

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✶ On the Cover: Vincent smiles as a bacchanalian satyr in the back yard of Swirl on Castro. Photo: Georg Lester. Costume & Styling: Matthew Simmons.,

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Out in the Vineyard’s 2010 Gay Wine Weekend.

n a beautiful September afternoon, members of the LGBT networking group Dot429 enjoyed wine-tasting and lunch prepared by Iron Chef America star Dominique Crenn, as well as art-viewing and scenic schmoozing at Ma(i)sonry, a stylish restaurant in Napa. This was just one of many Wine Country events that welcome gay visitors. And with the harvest season upon us, daycations and weekend excursions to the gorgeously verdant Napa and Sonoma counties are ripe for the picking. Dot429’s the new kid on the block for gay groups enjoying the harvest of rural social outings. For the past few years, Napa Guerilla Gay Bar has been organizing events ranging from tastings to holiday parties. In 2009, Rick Turko started Napa Guerilla Gay Bar, the informal gathering of mostly gay men and lesbians who visit local restaurants, wineries and other venues. After moving to Napa from Seattle with his partner, “I was looking for more social opportunities, and had read about guerilla bars in other cities,” said Turko. “I thought, why not do a guerilla event here in Napa? It was a success and since then, we’ve done probably 90 4 BAR★TAB • bartabsf.com • October 2011

events in the past two years.” Upcoming events include Big Gay Bingo on October 8 at Alexis Baking Company, a screening of the acclaimed AIDS documentary We Were Here October 12, and the 20th annual Napa Valley AIDS Walk, October 29. Turko estimates attendance to be about 60/40 men to women. Most members are Napa or Sonoma residents, but city-dwellers are more than welcome. For those planning to stay through the weekend, several hotels and bed & breakfast inns are recommended. Guerilla Gay Bar events range from festive parties with two hundred fifty attendees, to intimate gatherings of a dozen, like their recent Christmas night ‘orphan’ party, which Turko said, “is always a real nice mix of people.” The group’s recent Pride party was hosted by Clos du Bal Winery, who, Turko said, approached them after a staff member heard they were looking for a venue. “It was phenomenal,” said Turko. “They usually fly an American and French flag. They took down the French flag and put up a rainbow flag instead.”

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Out in the Vineyard. “Also, a huge number of people are buying homes here. The community has grown by leaps and bounds.” But at the same time, Saperstein saw few if any vineyards market to them. “We really want to open wine country to the community and make it a destination like Key West and Provincetown,” he said. “The liquor and beer companies figured us out decades ago, but the wine industry hadn’t. Now they’re responding so positively to what we’re doing. It’s really heartwarming how they’ve opened their doors to us.” With restaurants, inns, wine galore, and scenic relaxation, Saperstein sees Napa and Sonoma as allinclusive vacation opportunities. Page 8

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CRUSH ON YOU For a lavish, all-inclusive weekend vacation, Out in the Vineyard offers experiential three-day and sixday vacation packages with room, meals and other amenities in Sonoma. The LGBT company also hosts fundraiser events for various nonprofits. Gary Saperstein, who co-owns the company with his partner, Mark Vogler, said October’s Crush month is the perfect time for an autumnal visit. Millions of grapes are harvested and pressed for conversion into wine. Numerous vintners offer tours through their expansive gardens and vineyards, and in contrast, cavernous cellars. “The last few years have seen the growth of LGBT tourism here,” said Saperstein of his inspiration for

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Tastings aren’t just n wine is truth,” for getting a buzz on. so said Plato, Patrons learn about or perhaps fine wines without a Pliny the Elder, stuffy lecture. Events depending on your focus on specific sources. Either way, wines, be they from were those ancient New Zealand, Spain, philosophers alive or California. today, they’d probably “We have everybe bewildered by the thing, including current array of wines French, Argentinian available, specifically and Austrian wines,” in San Francisco. said Cooper. “About As our wonderful half of our wines photo crew of ace are from California, photographer Georg Oregon and WashingLester and costume ton, so we keep a designer Matthew global variety.” Simmons arranged If you want to our gorgeous cover ‘go green’ while model Vincent in buying some reds, various poses at the Swirl is the place cozy back yard of for biodynamicallySwirl on Castro, I produced wines, that took a short break to is, those produced marvel at the array of Our bacchanalian satyr without pesticides or wines available at the Vincent ztoasts the harvest chemicals. About 40 stylish shop. in the back yard of Swirl on Castro. percent of their stock Owner Jerry is biodynamic. Cooper opened his Photo: Georg Lester. Costume and styling: Matthew Simmons. And if you’re looking business in early 2006 “To take wine into to broaden your home with his partner Chris bar, or preparing for a Von Laufen. Known your mouth is to savor festive event, Swirl also as McDonally’s Liquor a droplet of the river of has an intriguing variety Express since the 1950s, human history.” of spirits as well. From the venue received a locally-owned Encanto much-need renovation. –Clifton Fadiman Pisco to designer bottles “Along with Thursday of gin and vodka, you can tastings, we do flights (three varieties of wines) at events,” said Cooper. The find the perfect beverage, including beer, for hosting a former wine director for Kimpton’s Hotels knows his party yourself, or as a stylish present when attending bottles. He also spent a decade on the San Francisco as a guest. Gift baskets and party consultation are also benefits that you won’t find at your average corner Chronicle’s wine-tasting panel. The shop/bar has a homey feel, and the tasting liquor store. The global variety combined with local table is done in a subtle tile design. As we continued diversity, as well as its friendly ambiance, are what the photo shoot, friends of the owners visited to make Swirl a whirl. Swirl on Castro, 572 Castro Street the back yard, even with a tiny dog (who seemed at 19th. 864-2262. www.swirloncastro.com Also in the Castro district, Blush Wine Bar offers momentarily confused by Vincent’s faux-fur). Back inside, half a dozen patrons enjoyed sipping a an expansive array of wines, and a delicious menu of deeply delicious Syrah, while a staff member helped a light antipasti (tapenade, cheese plates), salads and entrée dishes. Along with artisan-made and imported customer choose a dinner wine.

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ingredients, the bar stocks a variety of beers. White, red, rose and sparking wines are served by the glass ($8-$15) or by the bottle ($22 for a Matanzas Creek Chardonnay to $100 for a 2007 Domaine Duclaux La Germine Cote-Rotie). The bar’s deep red and ochre walls make a great backdrop for their frequent art exhibitions with opening receptions. Currently up are Paul Morin’s interesting oil and silver leaf portraits (through October 27). Each Thursday, enjoy live music from 7:30pm-10pm with Doug Martin’s Avatar Ensemble. And for your weekend friend gatherings, Blush’s brunches are tempting, from Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon and goat cheese to Croque Monsieur

Swirl on Castro

and Alsatian pizza. Blush Wine Bar, 476 Castro Street. 558-0893. www.blushwinebar.com Although it focuses on California wines, Castro Village Wine Company also sells a lot of labels, and hosts tasting events on occasion. Open since 1980, the shop offers a variety of brands, from lavish bottles to quality labels for under $30. Wine tastings take place Fridays through Sundays. A recent tasting of Oregon wines offered ten different wines for $20. Castro Village Wine Company, 4121 19th St. 864-4411. www.castrowine.com For an austere and stylish tasting, the Castro’s new

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Blush Wine Bar

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And you don’t have to be a wine aficionado to enjoy yourself. “We’ve had people from all over the world visit who are simply wine lovers,” Saperstein said, adding that the tastings and events are, of course, educational. Out in the Vineyard’s previous events, including the popular Gay Wine Weekend held in June 2011, have grown in popularity. The next Wine Weekend is scheduled for June 15-17, 2012. With more than 100 attendees, and perfect sunset scenery, the outdoor events, including receptions, tastings, and a T-dance, were what Saperstein called “the most gorgeous nights of the summer; just stunning.” Upcoming events include “I’ve Got a Crush on You,” the experiental tour and lunch where you can help with the wine-making process. No, it’s not at all like the classic I Love Lucy episode, said Saperstein. The “punch-down” these days is performed in giant stainless steel vats. Participant activities will vary, “depending on what the vintners are doing that day,” he said. Along with that fun, enjoy some wine-tasting and a delicious lunch at the Deerfield Ranch. Oct. 8, 11am-3pm. $95. (707) 495-9732. CAVE INN In addition to Guerilla Gay Bar and Out in the Vineyard, Sonoma Gaydar, the county’s informal

Napa Guerilla Gay Bar visits Clos Du Val Winery in June 2011.

LGBT group, hosts monthly social gatherings. Explains Saperstein, “Every month we pick a restaurant, bar or winery and support them and go there. It’s been hugely successful.” And for a festive mix of Halloween and wine, Sonoma Gaydar is also hosting its annual Halloween Bash, October 29 at Deerfield Ranch Winery ($25. 7pm-11pm. 10200 Sonoma Highway). Set in the cool underground tunnels of the winery’s storage caves, the superhero-themed costume party, with live and DJed music, hors’ d’eouvres, and of course, wine, should provide fun opportunities to kick back in colorful Spandex and capes. Added Sapperstein, “With the cave setting, they don’t even have to add any décor.” ✸ For more information: www.dot429.com www.napagaybar.com www.facebook.com/outinthevineyard www.outinthevineyard.com

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jewelry store D&H Jewelry showcases sustainable jewelry, and hosts frequent tastings with a deliberate singularity. One brand is offered per event at the shop’s rear Rose Cut Wine Bar, up a few stairs, and open since August. In addition to selling fascinating new designs, D&H offers custom designs, repairs, and gold and platinum recycling in exchange for jewelry or cash. You can even order a wine flight while you wait. Like its jewelry, the wines showcased are part of the new sustainable perspective. Said D&H Co-Owner Lindsay Daunell, “There are many vineyards using unique and innovative wine making techniques— solar power, downhill filtration, and the like. We would like to recognize the environmentally conscious pioneers of the wine industry.” Wine bar hours are Thursday and Friday 3pm-7pm, Saturday 12pm-7pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm. D&H, 2323 Market St. 500-2550. www.DNHjewelers.com If you work downtown, or you’re looking for a classy early evening tasting, Visiting Vintners at The Press Club hosts weekly events with by-the8 BAR★TAB • bartabsf.com • October 2011

The Press Club

glass offering and tastings. The stylish décor goes great with business-attired professionals looking to kick back before heading home or to an event at nearly Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. Tastings are each Thursday from 6pm-9pm. Several brands are biodynamic and sustainable and California and Nevada wines are a specialty. The Press Club’s menu includes appetizer plates of meats, cheeses, seafood and antipasti, as well as pizzas, crepes and desserts. The Press Club, 20 Yerba Buena Lane between Market Street and Mission, and next door to the Contemporary Jewish Museum. 744-5000. www.PressClubSF.com ✸

Unmasked at The Green Room

The Mutaytor at Masqerotica

SPOOKTACULARd O Halloween Events • by David-Elijah Nahmod n off the ne tth h “holier” “holi “h oliier” er” days da s in da in the th h LGBT he LGBT LG BT calender, callen end nd der Halloween in San Francisco can always be counted upon to offer up fun, spooky events and parties. Here are some more unusual events, along with a few classics. Hocus pocus abounds at the Contemporary Jewish Museum. In conjunction with Houdini: Art and Magic, its tribute to the late, great illusionist, the CJM invites you to attend a special performance: Joshua Jay: A History of Fatal Conjuring. Jay, an award winning magician, author and headliner at L.A.’s Magic Castle, dramatically recounts some of the strangest deaths that have befallen magicians, assistants, and even audience members throughout history. $30. Thursday, October 27, 7pm-8:30pm. Exhibit October 2–Jan 16, 2012. 736 Mission. 6557800. www.thecjm.org There’s lots of fun, scary stuff happening at California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park. If you’re a fan of the movie Jaws (and if you like beer) check out the Academy’s Sharktober Fest NightLife on Thursday, October 6. Things get really creepy at the Academy’s Zombie Nightlife on Thursday October 27. Take a crash course in zombie neuroscience with Zombie Research Society founder Brad Voytek. Learn how zombie life symptoms might manifest in real life. Then, join Peaches Christ and her Zombie Drag Show and Costume Contest. Undead attire is encouraged. Or dance the night away at Miss Misery’s Zombie Prom. Make-up artists will be on hand for those who wish to channel their inner zombie. Real brain specimens will be on display. $12 ($10 for Academy members). 55 Music Concourse Drive. 379-5128. www.calacademy.org The Season of All Hallow’s Eve is always a good time to catch a couple of good, old fashioned scary movies. On Saturday, October 15, impresario Marc Huestis

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presents classic 1956 pr pre sen ent nts ts the th h ccl lass assic i 1195 ic 956 cchiller hiller hil hi ler The Bad Seed at the Castro Theatre. The main event begins at 7:30pm, with a bevy of drag talents and celebrities, including Oscar winner Patty Duke and Bad Seed star Patty McCormack. $22-$30. 429 Castro. 863-0611. www.ticketfly.com/ event/60473/ Fans of a certain musical might enjoy The Phantom of the Opera: Halloween Concert with Cameron Carpenter. This happens at Davies Symphony Hall on Sunday October 30 at 8pm. It’s the original 1925 silent chiller with Lon Chaney, whose unmasking scene had nurses in attendance at all screenings, as Prohibition-era audiences fainted in the aisles! Sexy organist Carpenter has been described by the The Advocate as “an ambitious radical who plays with unrelenting vigor, scope, and imagination.” Tickets are $20-$60. 201 Van Ness Ave. 864-6000. www.sfsymphony.org Many may prefer some old-fashioned partying, complete with dancing, booze and debauchery. October certainly offers plenty to choose from. Halloween comes a week early to the San Francisco Concourse Exhibition. The sinfully sensual Masquerotica offers nine exotic playgrounds of X-quisite indulgence, October 22, 8pm-4am. This is going to be quite a show and quite a party: music by several wild bands, including Burning Man-styled The Mutaytor, dancing, burlesque, sexy exhibits, voyeurism, kinky sex toys, private photo session booths, a pasties fashion show, a naughty games arcade and plenty more. $45 general, $100 VIP. 635 8th St. 243-0802. www.masquerotica.com Help celebrate our colorful history at Unmasked: GLBT Historical Society 2011 Gala at the Green Room of the San Francisco War Memorial and Performing Arts Center. Enjoy entertainment, passed food and a hosted bar. A silent auction will offer queer historic photos and memorabilia, travel, wines

Oct 29. Heklina, guest co-host Peaches and fine dining packages. Thursday, Christ and company promise another October 27. $60 (7pm-9pm)-$100 great night of low-brow trash and (VIP) 6pm-9pm. 401 Van Ness. 777high-brow performance art. The fun 5455. www.unmaskedgala.org starts at 11pm. www.trannyshack.com The Dolores Park Cafe offers The following night, DNA Lounge the wild Acoustic Apocalypse: offers All Hallow’s Eve, with a costume Transexual Zombies with Acoustic contest and prizes. $13. 375 11th Guitars. The end of days never Street. 626-1049. www.dnalounge.com sounded so pretty, so come dressed If an old-fashioned spook show is for distress. Best Zombies win brains to your liking, check out the delightful and other tasty treats! $5-$8. Friday October 28 from 7-10pm. 501 Dolores. Phantom of the Opera San Francisco Vampire Tour. Every Friday and Saturday at 8pm, meet 621-2936. www.doloresparkcafe.org Mina Harker (Dracula’s Bride) at That same night also offers The Bad Seed Huntington Park on Nob Hill. Dressed Masquerade, another hot party from in her elegant 19th-century best, Mina Bibi SF, promoters of events for LGBT takes you on a historical tour of the people from the Middle East and their neighborhood, sharing the area’s rich pals. Celebrate spooky and devilish history, including some dark undead naughtiness at Club Shine, where DJ secrets. After a ten-year run, Mina Raffy will be at the hip shakin’ helm; has announced that she’s ending her prizes for best costumes, and you can tours on December 31, so this is y enjoy Arak and other drink specialties. our final chance to spend Halloween $10. October 29. 9pm-2am. 1337 with one of Count Dracula’s Mission. www.bibisf.org girlfriends. $15-$20. (650) 279-1840. The legendary Trannyshack can be counted upon to offer up an unforgettable Halloween www.sfvampiretour.com Happy Halloween! ✸ event at DNA Lounge, and yup, it happens on Saturday,

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Masks, wigs boots and more at Fantasy Clothing on Folsom Street.

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f you’re short on time, but want to look cool this Halloween, pop-up stores (like the one probably showing up at the former Tower Records at 2280 Market St.) are good for a quick joke celebrity outfit. Kim Kardashian in a sealed plastic bag? Yes, please. Oh, wait, we’re talking about costumes. But what if you want something classy? Choose from more than 3,000 costumes for rent or sale at Costumes on Haight. Average rentals are for two night/three days, according to manager Chuck Nicklow, who mentioned the classic costumes available, from Captain America to Harry Potter-style capes. Along with thousands of skirts, togas, masks and uniforms, the shop also carries a full line of face and eye makeup. “We had our first costume reservation in February,” said Nicklow, who expects a busy season this year. Prices vary from $15 for hats to $1000 for a complete suit of armor. Group outfits are popular as well (expect a few retro flight attendant herds). With the late Amy Winehouse having become a posthumous icon this year, black beehive wigs will probably be popular. You can buy one for $35-$40. 7356 Haight St. 621-1356. www.costumesonhaight.com Fantasy Clothing in SoMa sells and rents a variety of classic costumes, from animals to vintage, political and traditional themes. Their Venetian-style carnivale masks are tastefully ornate. You can rent costumes for the weekend for as little as $100, according to owner/manager Lisa Serdengecti. If you’re looking for obscure items, say, a Clark Gable fake mustache versus a Groucho Marx style, choose from among the shop’s many accessory shelves. “We’re a one-stop shop,” said Serdengecti of their additional full make-up supplies also for sale.

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Going out in drag? Choose from traditional or fluorescent colors. Feeling furry or have an admiration for monsters a la Lost in Space? Just try to resist the pink gorilla outfit, a steal at a mere $250. Fantasy Clothing Company, 1275 Folsom St. at 9th. Suite 100. 556-9900. www.fantasyclothingco.com “Wigs Aren’t Toys!” reads the stern sign at Costume Party, which is conversely known for its glamorous vintage costume selection. When rhinestones and beaded skirts are a must, this shop can help bring out your inner 1920s flapper, 1950s beatnik, or 1960s Laugh-In cast member. 1058 Hyde St. 885-3377. www.costumepartysf.com For more prêt-a-porter drag, Piedmont specializes in feather boas, lingerie, hosiery and other fabulous drag items. Piedmont, 1452 Haight St. 864-8075. www.piedmontboutique.com Foxy Lady already has discounted Halloween costumes on its website, and you know they’ll be swamped as October ends, so check out their inventory soon. Whether you’re custom-selecting your own drag dream, or want a quickie ready-to-wear frock, this local Mission boutique is extra gay-friendly for cross-dressing newbies (Full-length gowns for $100!). They also have a selection of larger high heels, if you’re going all the drag way. 2644 Mission St. 285-4890. www.foxyladyboutique.com For classy upscale drag worthy of a red carpet opening, Cocomo’s A Taste of Drag produces fine gowns for anyone. “We make gowns and we have ready-to-wear,” said Wesley Lind, aka Miss Patty McGroin. The Miss San Francisco 2011/2012 pagent winner has been running Cocomo’s since November. Along with Halloween costumes, they create gowns year-round. “Most of our clients are actually straight women,

Elegant gowns at Cocomo’s: A Taste of Drag on Castro Street.

Shoes! and more at Fantasy Clothing.

drag queens, and the rest are tourists,” said Lind. “Tastes range from simple dresses to extravagant gowns. Our biggest request is shoes, because we carry up to size 16.” Lind is relatively new to the female illusionist scene (five years), but has taken to helping others realize their drag makeover dreams. “We do make-up lessons, and you can get your hair styled,” he said. “Shoe buyers get free walking instructions, so our clients learn how not to fall down. They can also get padding if they need it.” Cocomo’s has become an additional resource for some. “We get quite a few people in the transgender community who are looking for an outlet where they can be themselves, said Lind. “We create a safe environment for people to be

what they want to be.” 538 Castro St. 852-9193. www.cocomosatasteofdrag.com Of course, many people appreciate an enthusiastic homemade self-couturier. If you want your pirate, Ninja or True Blood costume to fit just right, get some fabric and accessories at the following shops: Discount Fabrics, 201 11th St., 2315 Irving St. and 3006 San Pablo Avenue in Berkeley. www.discountfabrics-sf.com Fabric Outlet, 2109 Mission St. www.fabricoutletsf.com Mendel’s Art Supply, 1556 Haight St. 621-1287 www.mendels.com You might even be the recipient of the strangest Halloween come-on line I ever heard; “Oh, honey, come closer! I want to see your baste-stitching.” ✸

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Code @ The Stud C DJs Six and Candy spin at the electro indie night. $5. 9pm22am. 399 9th St. www.sixandcandy.com www.studsf.com

Drift @ Harlot New monthly women’s T-dance, with DJs Michelle Sanz, Denise & Loryn, and C. Flava. Proceeds benefit various causes. $10. 6pm-10pm. 46 Minna St. at 2nd. www.HarlotSF.com

Esperanza Spalding @ Paramount Theatre, Oakland Grammy-winning Best New Artist 2011 performs with the Chamber Music Society. $20-$65. 8pm. 2025 Broadway. (866) 920-5299. www.paramounttheatre.com

Get Down @ Maya Free monthly party for women, queers and pals. 1st Saturdays, with DJs Olga T and Astro. Taco menu, cheap beer buckets, private room reservations. 9pm-2am. 303 2nd St at Harrison. www.mayasf.com Esperanza Spalding @ Paramount Theatre, Oakland, See Sat. 1

Sat 1 ➠ Bangkok @ The Stud DJs Shawn P and Lamb Chop spin tunes; Stoli gogo guys tempt you at the monthly dance night (1st Saturdays). Free before 11pm. $8. 21+. 10pm-2am. 399 9th St. at Harrison. www.studsf.com

Bistroteque @ Café Flore DJ Ken Vulsion spins tunes at the popular café-bar; weekly. 2 for 1 cosmos! 9pm-1:30am. 2298 Market St. 621-8579. www.cafeflore.com

Bootie SF @ DNA Lounge Wild (mostly) weekly mash-up dance night, with resident DJs Adrian & Mysterious D. No matter the theme, a mixed fun good time’s assured. $8-$15. 9pm-3am. 21+. 375 11th st. at Harrison. www.BootieSF.com www.DNAlounge.com

Hard French @ El Rio The monthly first-Saturdays popular queer night, with classic soul music spun by DJs Carnita, Brown Amy, and guest DJs. Enjoy BBQ eats, drag acts, a photo booth fundraiser, and a festive outdoor patio ambiance. $7. 2pm8pm ($1 beers 3pm-4pm!). 3158 Mission St. 282-3325. www.hardfrench.com www.elriosf.com

Horizons Foundation Gala @ Fairmont Hotel Cocktail reception, silent auction, gala dinner and program honoring George Takei and Google, and celebrating the LGBT organization’s 30th anniversary. After-party in the Tonga Room with a casino theme, desserts and a cabaret lounge. $250 for entire events. $75 for casino party only. 530pm-11:30pm. 950 Mason St. 398-2333. www.horizonsfoundation.org

Hot Box @ Bench and Bar, Oakland Weekly women’s night produced by Movement Productions, with DJs Astro, Olga T, Rapture and Val G. $8-$15. 9pm to 3am. www.hotboxinthebay.com

Cockfight @ Underground SF Culture Whores’ big dance party in a little club, with Pansy the Drunken Panda and saucy gogo guys. 1st and 3rd Saturdays. $7. 9pm-2am. 424 Haight St. www.cockfightsf.com Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark @ The Warfield. See Mon. 3

Outlaw @ Beatbox Paul Goodyear and guest performer Caroline Lund. $10$30 (VIP includes open bar). 10pm-2am-ish. 314 11th St. www.bearboxsf.com

Stallion @ Rebel Joshua J’s weekly night; DJ David Harness and Joey Jinks spin tunes while sexy gogo guys shake it and offer lap dances. $5-$8. 21+. 9pm-4am. 1760 Market St. at Octavia. www.joshuajpresents.com

Sun 2 ➠ Beer Bust @ Kok Bar Fundraiser for local causes. $8 all you can drink Bud Light or Rolling Rock. 5pm-9pm. 1225 Folsom St. www.kokbarsf.com

Cabaret Contest @ Martuni’s Best Female Crooner competition, with Joe Wicht accompanying and Katya Smirnoff-Skyy hosting. Amanda

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Sheelagh Murphy at Cabaret Contest @ Martuni’s. See Sun 2

Castro Street Fair @ Castro/Market Streets Annual celebration of the Castro, with multiple stages, live acts, DJed music, booths galore, food and drinks. Gate donations. 11am-6pm. www.castrostreetfair.org

Epic @ 1015 Castro Street Fair after-party with DJ Russ Rich. $15-$20. 6pm-12am. 1015 Folsom St. www.guspresents.com

Happy Hour @ Max’s, Corte Madera New weekly LGBT Marin social event, with deli food, drinks, and live music by the Rainbows and Rockets Band. Portion of proceeds benefit the Marin AIDS Project. 7pm9pm. 60 Madera Blvd., Corte Madera. www.marinaidsproject.org

Menergy @ The Stud Enjoy an 80s time warp at the monthly gay dance event. 6pm-12am. 399 9th St. at Harrison. www.studsf.com

Men in Gear @ Kok

Candela @ The Lookout Frisco Robbie’s Latin night, with merengue, salsa, Latin house, margaritas. $3. 9pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Market. www.lookoutsf.com

Sunday’s a Drag @ Starlight Room Donna Sachet and Harry Denton host the weekly fabulous brunch and drag show. $45. 11am, show at noon; 1:30pm, show at 2:30pm. 450 Powell St. in Union Square. 3958595. www.harrydenton.com

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King, Michael Grossman, and Sheelagh Murphy judge and sing. $7. 7pm-9pm. 4 Valencia St. www.dragatmartunis.com

Sunday beer bust with the leather men. Monthly, 1st Sundays. $8-$10. 3pm-7pm. 1225 Folsom St. www.kokbarsf.com

BARtab presents the 2nd annual Lit Crawl event at Martuni’s

Blame it on the a-a-aAlcohol.

Jon Ginoli

Daphne Gottleib

Baruch PorrasHernandez

Authors tell tall tales of inebriated misadventures.

Brenda Knight

Simon Sheppard

Hosted by:

Jim Provenzano

October 15. 6pm.

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at Martuni’s 4 Valencia St. at Market

www.litquake.org

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Tue 4➠ Clairdee@ the Rrazz Room Jazz singer-pianist performs. $30. 8pm. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.therrazzroom.com

Daddy @ Kok Daddies and their boys enjoy drink specials and porn entertainment. 10pm-2am. 1225 Folsom St. www.kokbarsf.com

Erasure @ Fox Theatre, Oakland Andy Bell and Vince Clarke play electro classics and music from their new CD, Tomorrow’s World. $45. 8pm. 1807 Telegraph Ave. www.erasureinfo.com www.thefoxoakland.com

Funny Tuesdays @ Harvey’s Ronn Vigh hosts the weekly LGBT and gay-friendly comedy night. One drink or menu item minimum. 9pm. 500 Castro St. at 18th. 431-HARV. www.harveyssf.com

Erasure @ Fox Theatre, Oakland. See Tue. 4

Honey Soundsystem @ Holy Cow The coolest Sunday music mix crew plays groove-adelic sounds for a hip, diverse crowd. 10pm-2am. 1535 Folsom St. at 11th. www.honeysoundsystem.com

La Pachanga @ Blue Macaw Salsa bands play, with dancing and lessons (lessons 5pm, band 6pm) weekly at the mixed/gay-friendly nightclub. $10. 21+. 2565 Mission St. at 22nd. www.thebluemacawsf.com

Will & Anthony Nunziata @ The Rrazz Room New York-based vocalist brothers perform their acclaimed cabaret show. $35. 7pm. Also Oct. 3, 8pm. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.therrazzroom.com

Mon 3➠ Karaoke @ The Lookout Paul K hosts the amateur singing night. 8pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Market. www.lookoutsf.com

Wed 5➠ Bear Bust @ Kok All-you-can-drink Bud Light, Rolling Rock draft. 8pm-12am. 1225 Folsom St. www.kokbarsf.com

Blue Room Comedy @ The Stud Comic David Hawkins has moved his popular bawdy laughfest to a roomy nightclub; No cover. 8pm. 399 9th St. www.studsf.com

Bubba @ Truck Good ole boy drinks, specials and Bubba bartenders. 9pm2am. 1900 Folsom St. www.trucksf.com

D’lysh @ Deco Lounge New Latin hiphop and drag night; hosted by Isa Manzanita. 9pm-2am. 510 Larkin St. 346-2025. www.decosf.com

Jacqui Naylor @ the Rrazz Room Vocalist known for her innovative acoustic mash-ups and original songs performs with her trio. $35. 8pm. Thru Oct 9 (7pm Sun). 2-drink min. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.therrazzroom.com

Monday Musicals @ The Edge The renovated bar now shows a fun musical each week. 7pm-2am. 2 for 1 cocktail, 5pm-closing. 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com

Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark @ The Warfield Classic 80s band is back with new and favorite music. $32.50-$45. 8pm. 982 Market St. www.thewarfieldtheatre.com

Q Comedy @ Martuni’s Sandra O. Noshi-Di’n’t hosts the night of gay laughs, with Dana Cory, Nick Leonard and others. Joe Wicht’s piano bar follows. $5-$15. 8pm. 4 Valencia St. at Market. www.Qcomedy.com

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Sandra O. Noshi-Di’n’t hosts Q Comedy @ Martuni’s. See Mon 3

Suppositori Spelling’s Mary-Go-Round @ The Lookout. See Wed 5

Rookies Night @ Nob Hill Theatre Watch newbies strip, or try out youself. $20. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 781-9468. www.thenobhilltheatre.com

Thu 6➠ Fleet Week @ Nob Hill Theatre Celebrate the end of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell! Free admission to theatre and arcade with military ID. Thru Oct. 11. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 781-9468. www.thenobhilltheatre.com

The Monster Show @ The Edge Cookie Dough’s weekly raucous drag show with gogo guys. 9pm-2am. 4149 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com

Music You Crave @ Lookout Haute Toddy’s weekly DJed night with dining inside and out, music videos. 9pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Market. 4310306. www.lookoutsf.com

Tubesteak Connection @ Aunt Charlie’s Lounge A fun weekly drag show with Suppositori Spelling, Mercedez Munro and Ginger Snap. $5. 10pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Market. www.lookoutsf.com

Red Hots Burlesque @ El Rio Women’s burlesque show performs each Wed & Fri. $5-$10. 7pm. 3158 Mission St. 282-3325. www.elriosf.com

Retro tunes and retro cruisy crowd, each Thursday in the risky part of town. DJ Bus Station John plays records. $4. 10pm-2am. 133 Turk St. at Taylor. www.auntcharlieslounge.com

Visiting Vintners @ Press Club Weekly wine-tasting event, with by-the-glass offering and tastings. Prices vary. 6pm-9pm. 20 Yerba Buena Lane

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betwn Market/Mission (next door to Contemporary Jewish Museum). 744-5000. www.PressClubSF.com

Fri 7➠ Adam Killian @ Nob Hill Theatre Enthusiastically talented porn stud does another series of his wild solo (and duo, we hope) shows. $25. 8pm & 10pm. Also Oct. 8. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 781-9468. www.thenobhilltheatre.com

Bad Girl Cocktail Hour @ The Lexington Club Every Friday night, bad girls can get $1 dollar margaritas between 9pm and 10pm. 3464 19th St. between Mission and Valencia. 863-2052. www.lexingtonclub.com

Club Dragon @ Club Eight Weekly Asian gay dance club with frequent themed nights. 1151 Folsom St. at 7th. 431-1151. www.clubdragonsf.com

Gogo Night @ Kok Bar Bring your tip money for the new monthly night (1st Fridays) for fans of guys who shake their moneymakers. $2 cover at 11pm. 9:30pm-1:30am. 1225 Folsom St. www.kokbarsf.com

Kinky Beats @ Café Flore Sergio’s weekly DJ night at the popular café-bar 2 for 1 martinis! 9pm-1:30am. 2298 Market St. 621-8579. www.cafeflore.com

Litquake @ Citywide The annual large-scale multiple-event literary festival includes readings galore, parties and special events. Many events in local bars and nightclubs. Daily thru Oct 15, when the free Lit Crawl invades bars, clubs, cafes and even laundries along Valencia Street, 6pm-9pm, with many LGBT authors. www.litquake.org

Some Thing @ The Stud Wild weekly drag show with SF’s most unusual talents. 10pm-2am. 399 9th St. www.studsf.com

Sat 8➠ Bearracuda @ Club Eight Monthly dance party with beartastic fun. This month’s DJs: local fave Robbie Martin and Seattle’s Matt Stands. $6-$8. 9pm-3am. 1151 Folsom St. www.bearracuda.com

Beer Bust @ The Edge Weekly fundraiser. $9. 4pm-7pm. 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com

Cockblock @ Rickshaw Stop

up and dance, you animal. $7 w/o $3 with costume. 9pm2am. 399 9th St. at Harrison. www.studsf.com

Hot & Healthy @ Café Flore Garza’s monthly (2nd Sat) benefit, raffle, show and HIV outreach night at the popular café-bar. 2 for 1 cosmos! 4pm-2am. 2298 Market St. 621-8579. www.cafeflore.com

Love Will Fix It @ Hot Spot DJ Bus Station John’s intimate monthly (now 2nd Saturdays) retro disco night, now renamed (formerly Perles Del Squallor), revamped with an R&B focus, re-decorates the cozy dive bar into a cool dance hangout. $5. 2 for 1 drinks 9pm-11pm. Open til 2am. 1414 Market St. at Polk.

Paw @ Deco Lounge Bear underwear dance party (2nd Saturdays). 9pm-2am. 510 Larkin St. 346-2025. www.decosf.com

Tonker @ Beatbox Wayne G DJs at the Manhunt Tenth Anniversary Tour. 10pm-2am-ish. 314 11th St. www.bearboxsf.com

Sun 9➠ All-Male Amateur Strip Show @ Deco Lounge Ginger Snap hosts the wild and sexy night of newbies gettin’ nude. $100 cash prize! DJ Lambchop spins tunes. 510 Larkin St. at Turk. 346-2025. www.decosf.com

Beer Bust @ Truck Beer, and lots of it. $10. 4pm-8pm. 1900 Folsom St. www.trucksf.com

Bijou @ Martuni’s Singer-Songwriters Night features acoustic sets by Brendan Getzell, Dave Gursom, Storm Florez, Megan Keely and J White, plus host-composer Trauma Flintstone. $5. 7pm9pm. 4 Valencia St. www.dragatmartunis.com

Lesbo-rific queer homo dance night each 2nd & 4th Saturday. $5-$7. 21+. 10pm-2am. 155 Fell St. www.rickshawstop.com

Eagle in Exile @ El Rio

Frolic @ The Stud

Honey Soundsystem @ Holy Cow

Monthly costume dance party for Furries and friends. Dress

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Fun monthly event (1st Sundays). 3pm-6pm. 3158 Mission St. 282-3325. www.elriosf.com The coolest Sunday music mix crew plays groove-adelic

Karaoke @ The Lookout Paul K hosts the amateur singing night. 8pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Market. www.lookoutsf.com

Queer Comedy Night @ El Rio Host Lisa Geduldig welcomes comics Joe Klocek, Dhaya Lakshminarayanan, Kazumi Kusano and Brendan Lynch. $7-$20. 8pm. 3158 Mission St. 522-3737. www.koshercomedy.com www.elriosf.com

sounds for a hip, diverse crowd. 10pm-2am. 1535 Folsom St. at 11th. www.honeysoundsystem.com

Remember the Party @ Glas Kat Celebrate the classic disco days as DJ Jerry Bonham spins classic ‘70s and ‘80s hits, with a a spotlight on Sylvester. Partial proceeds benefit Under One Roof.$25-$30. 6pm3am. 520 4th St. www.remembertheparty.com

Mon 10➠ Barb Jungr @ The Rrazz Room British singer returns to perform her concert of Bob Dylan songs. $30. 8pm. Thru Oct 12. 2-drink min. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.therrazzroom.com

Tue 11➠ Juanita More! @ Harris Book launch for the incomparable local nightlife icon’s book documenting her career, plus an art opening for Not For Sale, an exhibit of collaborative works with, by and about More!. Book $35. No cover. 1131 Mission St. 6pm9pm. www.juanitamore.com

Ladies Night @ Q Bar Women’s night, with DJ Ms. Jackson, half-off drinks. 9pm2am. 456 Castro St. www.qbarsf.com

Naked Night @ Nob Hill Theatre Clothing-optional event at the historic strip joint; includes entry for shows, arcade and Naked Twister. $20. 8pm11pm. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 781-9468. www.thenobhilltheatre.com

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Bryan Ferry @ Fox Theatre, Oakland. See Fri. 14

Lights Out @ Steamworks, Berkeley Enjoy weekly dark privacy at the popular private men’s gym and sauna. $14-$45. Open 24/7. 2107 4th St. (510) 8458992. www.steamworksonline.com

Teatro Zinzanni @ Pier 29 On the Air, the new show about a wacky radio station,z includes clown Geoff Hoyle, Blues musician Duffy Bishop, aerial, tap, vaudeville, hoops and hand balancing acts, a five-course dinner, and a lot of fun. $117-$145. Saturday 11:30am “Breve” show $63-$78. Wed-Sat 6pm (Sun 5pm). Thru Dec. 31. Pier 29 at Embarcadero Ave. 438-2668. www.teatrozinzanni.com

Thomas Dolby @ Bimbo’s 80s pop singer will blind you with sceince and his other hits. $25. 8pm. 9pm. 1025 Columbus Ave. 474-0365. www.bimbos365club.com

Fri 14➠ Queer Night @ Easy Lounge, Oakland Weekly LGBT electro space jam night with DJ Dr. Sleep, organic cocktails, patio, chill vibe. No cover. 8pm-close. 3255 Lakeshore Ave. www.easy510.com

Bryan Ferry @ Fox Theatre, Oakland Former lead vocalist for Roxy Music performs classic hits and new music. Phenomenal Handclap Band opens. $55. 8pm. 1807 Telgraph Ave. www.thefoxoakland.com

Cubcake @ The Lone Star Saloon

Wed 12➠ Bear Bust @ Kok All-you-can-drink Bud Light, Rolling Rock draft. 8pm-12am. 1225 Folsom St. www.kokbarsf.com

Dream Queens Review @ Aunt Charlie’s Lounge

Bears, beer and cupcakes; second Fridays. What more do you need? 9pm-2am. 1354 Harrison St. 863-9999. www.lonestarsf.com

Hella Gay Comedy @ La Estrellita Café, Oakland

Drag show each 2nd and 4th Wednesday at the classic Tenderloin bar, hosted by Collette LeGrande-Ashton. No cover. 10pm. 133 Turk St. 441-2922. www.dreamqueensrevue.com

Charlie Ballard hosts another night of multiculti queer yet totally un-PC comedy, with Nick Leonard, Jill Borque, Jenn Dronsky, Cassandra Gorgeous, Morgan, Erin Beiber, Colin Holtz, Sugar Baby, Toni Devereaux and Kristee Ono. Full bar/dining available. $10. 21+. 9pm. 446 E. 12th St. (510) 891-0972. www.charlieballard.com

Mary-Go-Round @ The Lookout

Jock Night @ Kok

A fun weekly drag show with Suppositori Spelling, Mercedez Munro and Ginger Snap. $5. 10pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Market. www.lookoutsf.com

Revel @ California Academy of Sciences The Art of Activism, a benefit for the Rainforest Action Network, with a rainforest tour, sponsor dinner and awards ceremony featuring Naomi Klein and The Yes Men. Enjoy organic cuisine, cocktails and dancing with DJed music and live sets by The Pimps of Joytime. $500 and up: dinner events 6pm-9pm. $125: dancing 8pm-12am. www.ran.org

Thu 13➠ Edwin Hawkins @ The Rrazz Room Legendary gospel singer performs with his vocal ensemble. $40-$45. 8pm. Thru Oct 16 (7pm). 2-drink min. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.therrazzroom.com

Juicy @ The White Horse, Oakland Hip Hop, R&B and soul. 9pm. (karaoke, drag king shows other nights, too). 6551 Telegraph Ave. (510) 652-3820. www.whitehorsebar.com

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Monthly strap attack (2nd Fridays). Free clothes check. Get jockular. 10pm-2am. 1225 Folsom St. at 8th. 255-2427. www.kokbarsf.com

Lick It @ Powerhouse Lance Holman hosts a night of SM-themed fun with DJ Guy Ruben. $5. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. 552-8689. www.powerhouse-sf.com

Pledge @ The Lookout Monthly “Fraternal Fridays”-themed party raises funds for different charities, with raffles, $12 “bottomless draft beer Kegger Cups,” and fun tunes spun by DJs Grind and Christopher B. $5. 9pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Noe/Market. 431-0306. www.lookoutsf.com

Snap-a-Licious @ Deco Lounge Ginger Snap’s fun drag show features Holotta Tymes, Mahlae Balenciaga, Synergy, Kylie Minono and more. 10pm-2am. 510 Larkin St. at Turk. www.decosf.com

Chaos @ Beatbox Alex Acosta and Tristan Jaxx DJ the new hot night. The opening was quite a blow-out. $10-$20. 10pm-2am-ish. 314 11th St. www.bearboxsf.com

Fauxgirls @ Kimo’s Classic drag show with Victoria Secret, Alexandria, Chanel, Davida Ashton, Tiger Lily, Maria Garza and more; each 3rd Saturday. No cover. 10pm. 1351 Polk St. 885-4535. www.fauxgirls.com

Fruitcake @ The Stud Queer dance party for all; third Saturdays. 399 9th St. at Harrison. www.studsf.com

Sat 15➠ Beatpig @ Powerhouse Juanita More! spins saucy grooves and dudes cruise at the eclectic music, drag and kink night; each 3rd Saturday. Oink! 9pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. 552-8689. www.beatpigsf.com www.powerhouse-sf.com

Beef Bar @ Truck Furry shower guys party for the debut of the new monthly bear night, with DJ Brian Maier. No cover. 9pm-2am. 1900 Folsom St. www.BeefBarSF.com www.trucksf.com

Harvest Feast @ The Patio Cafe Heklina MCs, and the SF Gay Men’s Chorus’ Lollypop Guild performs at this four-course banquet featuring sustainable local produce; a benefit for the Castro Country Club sober space. $50-$65 single/$500 table of 8 and up. 531 Castro St. 407-9773. www.castrocountryclub.org

Lit Crawl @ Valencia St. Venues Litquake’s annual massive multiple reading event, with three hours of lit and drinking fun. Kick it off at 6pm with “Blame It on the Alcohol,” sponsored by BARtab, at Martuni’s. 4 Valencia St. at Market. www.litcrawl.org

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Mon 17➠ Karaoke @ The Lookout Paul K hosts the amateur singing night. 8pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Market. www.lookoutsf.com

Melissa Ferrick @ Freight & Salvage Folk-rock singer-composer performs. Vandaveer opens. $22.50-$24.50. 8pm. 2020 Addison St. (510) 644-2020. www.melissaferrick.com www.thefreight.org

Positively Touching @ The Rrazz Room Treasure Island Music Festival @ Treasure Island. See Sat. 15

Pulse @ The Turf Club, Hayward Enjoy hot gogo studs, prizes, tiki bar cocktails, a friendly atmosphere and the biggest outdoor gay bar patio in Northern California; third Saturdays. 22519 Main St. www.wfturfclub.com

Treasure Island Music Festival @ Treasure Island

Sean Ray and his many talented singing pals, including MC Anita Cocktail, return for a benefit for Positive Being. $40$50. 8pm. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.therrazzroom.com

Tue 18➠ Queer Night @ Easy Lounge, Oakland Weekly LGBT electro space jam night with DJ Dr. Sleep, organic cocktails, patio, chill vibe. No cover. 8pm-close. 3255 Lakeshore Ave. www.easy510.com

Shazia Mirza @ The Punch Line

Huge array of live concerts by more than a dozen bands per day (Empire of the Sun, Chromeo, Death Cab For Cutie, Friendly Fires, Warpaint). $69-$219. Also Oct. 16. www.treasureislandfestival.com

British Muslim comic performs her irreverent stand-up act. $15. 2-drink min. 8pm. 444 Battery St. 397-7573. www.livenation.com

Wild Nights @ Kok Bar

The pioneering girl group, with original member Beverly Lee, celebrates 50 years with their R&B and pop music act. $40-$47.50. 8pm. Thru Oct 23 (7pm). 2-drink min. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.therrazzroom.com

DJ Frank Wild spins groovy tunes at the new party (3rd Saturdays), with music give-aways, sexy swag, porn DVDs, and drink specials. $3. 9pm-2am. 1225 Folsom St. at 8th. 255-2427. www.kokbarsf.com

Sun 16➠ Beer Bust @ Lone Star Saloon Benefit for various local charities each week. 4pm-8pm. 1354 Harrison St. www.lonestarsaloon.com

The Shirelles

Underwear Night @ Nob Hill Theatre Strip down to your skivvies as strippers go even further. $20. 8pm-11pm. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 781-9468. www.thenobhilltheatre.com

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Big @ The Stud

Bear Bust @ Kok

Monthly dance party for big men and their friends (3rd Sundays). $5. 6pm-11am. 399 9th St. www.studsf.com

All-you-can-drink Bud Light, Rolling Rock draft. 8pm-12am. 1225 Folsom St. www.kokbarsf.com

Candela @ The Lookout Frisco Robbie’s Latin night, with merengue, salsa, Latin house and Top 40, drag diva guest DJs, gogos and margaritas. $3. 9pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Market. www.lookoutsf.com

Daytime Realness @ El Rio Heklina hosts the new monthly event (3rd Sundays) with drag acts and guest DJs. $6-$8. 3pm-8pm. 3158 Mission st. www.elriosf.com

Katya Presents @ Martuni’s Katya Smirnoff-Skyy hosts a night of cabaret musical delights. 7pm. 4 Valencia St. at Market. www.dragatmartunis.com

Show Queens @ Beatbox Open mic night; sing your favorite show tunes! $10. 7pm. 314 11th St. www.bearboxsf.com

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Positively Touching @ The Rrazz Room. See Mon. 17

Thu 20➠ Arcade @ The Lookout Haute Toddy’s indie music dance night (3rd Thursdays). No cover. 9pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Market. www.lookoutsf.com

Tubesteak Connection @ Aunt Charlie’s Retro disco tunes and retro cruisy crowd, each Thursday; DJ Bus Station John plays records. $4. 10pm-2am. 133 Turk St. at Taylor. www.auntcharlieslounge.com

Bi Night @ Café Flore Bisexual gathering; 7pm-10pm; each 3rd Wed. 2298 Market St. 621-8579. www.cafeflore.com

Mary-Go-Round @ The Lookout A fun weekly drag show with Suppositori Spelling, Mercedez Munro and Ginger Snap. $5. 10pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Market. www.lookoutsf.com

Red Hots Burlesque @ El Rio Women’s burlesque show performs each Wed & Fri. $5$10. 7pm. 3158 Mission St. 282-3325. www.elriosf.com

Fri 21➠ Bad Girl Cocktail Hour @ The Lexington Club Every Friday night, bad girls can get $1 dollar margaritas between 9pm and 10pm. All drinks being served up by the fabulous bartending duo of Tanya and Amy. 3464 19th St. between Mission and Valencia. 863-2052. www.lexingtonclub.com

Latin Explosion @ Club 21, Oakland Gay Latin dance club (eight bars, more dance floors, lounge) shows off their hottests gogo studs. Happy hour 4pm-8:30pm. Dancing 9pm-4am. 2111 Franklin St. (510) 268-9425. www.club21oakland.com

Men in Gear @ Kok New special leather-latex, kink-harness gear night. No khakis! 3rd Fridays. 10pm-2am. 1225 Folsom St. www.kokbarsf.com

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I Just Wanna F*ckin’ Dance @ Beatbox New dance music night at the new SoMa club. 10pm-2amish. 314 11th St. www.bearboxsf.com

Masquerotica @ Concourse Exhibition Center The folks behind Fresh, Love Evolution, Sea of Dreams and Opulent Temple present a large-scale gay-straightwhatever costume party with nine designed fun areas, dancing, live acts The Mutaytor, Fou Fou Ha!, Annie Sprinkle and lots of sexy acts and themed playgrounds, a haunted house, DJs Jamie Sanchez, Icon, Dan, 21+. Costumes mandatory. $35-$100. 8pm-4am. 635 8th St. www.masquerotica.com/fresh/

Peter Gallagher @ The Venetian Room Film, TV and stage musical theatre actor performs Broadway and American songbook hits. $40-$45. Fairmont Hotel, 950 Mason St. 392-4400. www.bayareacabaret.org

Sun 23➠ Cabaret Contest @ Martuni’s Trauma Flintstone hosts the cabaret show, with Producers’ Choice performers and presentation of the Mike Ward Emerging Artist Award. $7. 7pm. 4 Valencia St. at Market. www.dragatmartunis.com

Sunday’s a Drag @ Starlight Room

Rafael Alencar @ Nob Hill Theatre Extra-hung extra-friendly Brazilian porn stud returns with his sexy solo show. $25. 8pm & 10pm. Also Oct. 22. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 781-9468. www.thenobhilltheatre.com

Sat 22➠ Bears, The Baths and Beyond @ Steamworks, Berkeley Special bear night at the popular private men’s gym and sauna. $14-$45. Open 24/7. 2107 4th St. (510) 845-8992. www.steamworksonline.com

Donna Sachet and Harry Denton host the weekly fabulous brunch and drag show. $45. 11am, show at noon; 1:30pm, show at 2:30pm. 450 Powell St. in Union Square. 3958595. www.harrydenton.com

Mon 24➠ Karaoke @ The Lookout Paul K hosts the amateur singing night. 8pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Market. www.lookoutsf.com

Piano Bar 101 @ Martuni’s Sing-along night with talented locals, and charming accompanist Joe Wicht (aka Trauma Flintstone). 9pm. 4 Valencia St. at Market. www.dragatmartunis.com

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Duro @ Club 8 New Latin dance night has moved to SoMa. DJs Misha Skye and porn stud Tristan Jaxx spin grooves, photo booth with DWPIX, cute gogo guys, and fun theme nights. $3-$8. 9pm-2am. 510 Larkin St. 346-2025. www.decosf.com

House of Garza @ Café Flore Garza’s monthly variety show (4th Saturdays), with raffles, drag acts and fun. 10pm-1am. 2298 Market St. 621-8579. www.cafeflore.com

HRC Gala @ Fairmont Hotel The Human Rights Campaign’s 27th annual gala dinner and auction honors rugby player and anti-bullying activist Ben Cohen, gay TV journalist Thomas Roberts, policewoman Lea Militello and outgoing HRC President Joe Solomonese. $250-$375. 5pm VIP reception, 6pm general reception, 7:30pm dinner and program, 10pm after-party. 950 Mason St. (800) 494-TIXS. www.sfbayarea.hrc.org/dinner

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Todd Murray @ the Rrazz Room Crooner sings big band classics. $30. 8pm. Also Oct. 25. 2-drink min. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.therrazzroom.com

Tue 25➠ Meow Mix @ The Stud Weekly drag and variety show. 9pm-2am. 399 9th St. at Harrison. www.studsf.com

Naked Night @ Nob Hill Theatre Clothing-optional event at the historic strip joint. $20. 8pm-11pm. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 781-9468. www.thenobhilltheatre.com

Wed 26➠ Bear Bust @ Kok

Wilson Cruz @ The Rrazz Room. See Wed. 26

All-you-can-drink Bud Light, Rolling Rock draft. 8pm-12am. 1225 Folsom St. www.kokbarsf.com

Bubba @ Truck Good ole boy drinks, specials and Bubba bartenders. 9pm2am. 1900 Folsom St. www.trucksf.com

Dream Queens Review @ Aunt Charlie’s Lounge Drag show each 2nd and 4th Wednesday at the classic Tenderloin bar, hosted by Collette LeGrande-Ashton. No cover. 10pm. 133 Turk St. 441-2922. www.dreamqueensrevue.com

Wilson Cruz & Scott Nevins @ The Rrazz Room Award-winning gay TV, Broadway and film actor-singer Cruz, and comic –host Nevins share Hollywood tales and songs. $20. 8pm. 2-drink min. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.therrazzroom.com

Thu 27➠ Karel @ The Rrazz Room Politically ireverent gay comic skewers politics and pop culture. $25. 8pm. 2-drink min. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.therrazzroom.com

Unmasked @ the Green Room The GLBT Historical Society’s annual masked gala includes food, drinks, wonderful people and a fabulous view. $60$100 and up. 6pm-9pm. War Memorial Building, 401 Van Ness Ave. 777-5455. www.unmaskedgala.org

Fri 28➠ AstroZombies @ El Rio Misfits tribute band performs. Sean Smith and 3 Leafs (psychedelic rock covers) also perform. $7. 9pm. 21+. 3158 Mission St. 282-3325. www.elriosf.com

Bad Girl Cocktail Hour @ The Lexington Club Every Friday night, bad girls can get $1 dollar margaritas between 9pm and 10pm. All drinks being served up by the

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Unmasked @ the Green Room. See Thu. 27 fabulous bartending duo of Tanya and Amy. 3464 19th St. between Mission and Valencia. 863-2052. www.lexingtonclub.com

Club Dragon @ Club Eight Weekly Asian gay dance club with frequent themed nights. 1151 Folsom St. at 7th. 431-1151. www.clubdragonsf.com

Fuzzz @ El Rio Diverse crowd for an eclectic queer-friendly dance night with different themes. 3158 Mission St. 282-3325. www.elriosf.com

Hard @ Q Bar Electro pop dance night at the intimate Castro bar-club, with DJ Haute Toddy. 9pm-2am. 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com

Megan Mullally @ The Rrazz Room Emmy-winning actress singer ( Will & Grace ) returns with her fab cabaret show. $45-$47.50. 8pm. Oct 29, 7pm & 9:30pm. Oct 30, 7pm. 2-drink min. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.therrazzroom.com

Strip @ Kok Bar Take it off at the 4th Fridays stripping event with a Cheap Ass Contest, $100 winner. $5. 11pm contest. 1225 Folsom St. www.kokbarsf.com

Sat 29➠ Bears, The Baths and Beyond @ Steamworks, Berkeley Special bear night at the popular private men’s gym and sauna. $14-$45. Open 24/7. 2107 4th St. (510) 845-8992. www.steamworksonline.com

Colossus @ The Factory Get your haunted groove on with DJs Dave Audé, Hector Fonseca, Lee Decker on the main floor; Honey Soundsystem’s PeePlay, Jason Kendig and Ken Vulsion and Sysko. Costume contest, dancing til late. $40-$60. 3 party pass to Underworld (Oct 29) and Ceremony (Oct 30) $75. 10pm-8am. 525 Harrison St. at 1st. www.guspresents.com

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Popular dance music DJ-music act performs with an amazing light and stage show. Fat Boy Slim, A-Trak, Tommy Lee and others play as well. $69. 8pm. 99 Grove St. www.deadmau5.com

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Trannyshack @ DNA Lounge Heklina and Peaches Christ host the dragtastic Halloween edition of the famed show, with special surprise rock star guest judge with a big …talent. $20-$25. 11pm show. 9pm-3am. 375 11th Street. 626-1049. www.trannyshack.com www.dnalounge.com

Wet Underwear Night @ Nob Hill Theatre Megan Mullally @ The Rrazz Room. See Fri. 28

Wet Platinum helps you and dancer-strippers get wet. $20. 8pm. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 781-9468. www.thenobhilltheatre.com

Sun 30➠ Beer Bust @ Kok Bar Fundraiser for local causes; today, B&B Corps hosts. $8 all you can drink Bud Light or Rolling Rock. 5pm-9pm. 1225 Folsom St. www.kokbarsf.com

Jonathan Poretz @ The Rrazz Room Go Boo! @ Deco Lounge The Go Bang guys and gals go Halloween all the way, with a retro super disco sound set by DJs Glenn Rivera, Mattski, Emils, and residents Sergio, and Steve Fabus. $5. 9pm-3am. 510 Larkin St. at Turk. www.decosf.com www.gobangsf.com

Vegas-style crooner shares his historic music show. $30. 3pm. 2-drink min. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.therrazzroom.com

Sunday School @ The EndUp New weekly T-dance and beer bust at the famed disco. Enjoy the sunny patio and grooves by DJ Hawthorne and the Ghetto Disco crew. 3pm-8pm. www.endupsf.com

Halloween @ Jones Juanita More! hosts a red carpet runway massacre Halloween party, with DJs Sparber and Delachaux, Project Runway designer Christopher Collins and Mr. David as “Tim Gumm.” Dress up in haunted haute couture! 9pm-2am. 620 Jones St. www.juanitamore.com

Mon 31➠

Hollywood Heroes & Villians @ RF80

Maude Maggart @ The Rrazz Room

GLAAD’s 25th anniversary party promises to be the most superheroic and elegant party of the Halloween season, with complimentary wine, beer, vodka cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, DJ Christopher B, and host Donna Sachet and a costume contest. $30-$40. 7pm-12am. Robert Fountain Studio, 80 Missouri St. www.glaad.org

Acclaimed New York cabaret singer brings her act to the intimate lightclub. $35. 8pm. Thru Nov. 2. 2-drink min. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.therrazzroom.com

House of Garza @ Café Flore Garza’s monthly variety show (4th Saturdays), with raffles, drag acts and fun. 10pm-1am. 2298 Market St. 621-8579. www.cafeflore.com

Karaoke @ The Lookout Paul K hosts the amateur singing night. 8pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Market. www.lookoutsf.com

Viennetta Halloween @ SF Underground The fab disco music night goes ghoulish. $5. 9pm-2am. 424 Haight St.

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Masquerade 4 @ Shine BibiSF’s Halloween party welcomes Middle Eastern LGBTQs and their friends. Enjoy great dancebeats with a Persian flair from DJs Raffy and Mona G. Hawd. Costume contest with prizes. $10. 9pm-2am. 1337 Mission St. at 10th. www.bibisf.org

Rub @ Beatbox DJ Matt Consola the new dance club’s Halloween party with Headless Hot Guy contest. 10pm-2am-ish. 314 11th St. www.bearboxsf.com

Scott Alan @ The Rrazz Room New York composer-singer performs his original music. $30. 3pm. 2-drink min. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.therrazzroom.com

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Juanita More! hosts Halloween @ Jones. See Sat. 29

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Gay Halloween • by Dr. Jack Fritscher ong before Gaga and Glee, and six years before Stonewall, San Francisco queers turned Halloween political when the City forced the legendary Black Cat bar to close forever Halloween night 1963. Halloween had always been a gay holiday, but that year, gays from all over the City, even ones not regulars at the Black Cat, showed up to stage an act of political resistance against the City’s persecution of bars. Because that particular Halloween night led to pro-gay legislation, San Francisco’s first popular culture Halloween, like a symbolic Stonewall, can be time-lined as October 31, 1963. In 2011, with Halloween canceled, we can touch up our gay roots to see if we know jack about JackO-Lanterns. That “Black Cat Halloween” was two years after Jose Sarria (First Queen of Halloween) ran for local office, and three weeks before the Kennedy assassination emboldened 1960s gays to ask not what others could do for gays, but what gays could do for themselves. With gay support including the Daughters of Bilitis and the masked men of the Mattachine Society, Black Cat owner Sol Stoumen took his landmark case to the California State Supreme Court which ruled that even homosexuals have a right to congregate, including outdoors on Halloween. That ruling started our fifty years of San Francisco Halloween street theater (1964-2006) with Monster Mash crowds converging from Polkstrasse and the Tenderloin to the Castro. CNN political analyst David Frum observed that to understand how Halloween turned from kids to straight adults, “go back to its origins [which] are not found in mystic Celtic lore, but in modern gay culture [that began]... in San Francisco’s Castro....The Sisters of Perpetual

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Indulgence...got their start here.” Ironically, as straights infiltrated our Halloween, some spoiled the event with drunkenness, anti-gay remarks, and harassment of scantily costumed women who had enjoyed partying alongside gay men who respected them. In 2011, Halloween has gone back in the bars. Events such as Trannyshack remind us that Halloween is a gateway feast into the Trans World of the Transmigration of Souls, and Gender, from Transsexual Transvestite Transylvania. Paparazzi continue to snap shots of divine decadence, hoping to top previous scandalous Halloween photos. In 1989, the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence saddled up to run the Halloween cattle drive of thousands with security gates accepting donations to pay for the “running costs.” City Hall disliked Halloween because, as the only night party among all the afternoon street fairs, it was harder to police. Finally, with 500,000 people going bump in the night in 2002 when four were stabbed, and with nine people shot in 2006 by straights run wild, even the Sisters, who were volunteers (1990-1995), were not enough. With Audrey Joseph, the City’s Entertainment Commission used tax dollars to manage Halloween in 2003. But from 2006 to 2011, unwilling to pay 500 cops, the City drove a slow-motion stake through the heart of Halloween on Castro with public service announcements to party elsewhere. ✸

Don Eckert www.thecastro.net

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