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BOI’S LIFE It’s time for that great gay holiday, Halloween, an event so fabulous that we devote two whole issues to it. We’ve decided to focus on drag in the first Halloween issue and follow that up with more mainstream costumes in the issue that comes out on October 21. Even when I was a little kid I loved Halloween even more than Christmas. Perhaps it stems back to one of the first Halloweens I can remember. I had the measles and could only watch all the other kids walking up and down the street. I remember being heartbroken; drama queen that I am I probably sat in the window with a single tear crawling down my cheek. You can bet that the next year, I did Halloween with a vengeance. After that every year I’d spend weeks planning costumes with my mother. In 1st grade I was a cowboy, the next year I was a policeman, then a sailor and this was all before I heard about the Village People. No wonder my mother wasn’t surprised when I came out.

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Editorial Contributors When I was in high school, I wore my girlfriend’s cheerleading outfit while she wore my football jersey, pants and shoulder pads. I looked better in that cheerleader skirt than she did. To be fair, she looked better in the football gear than I did. She’s a big ol’ lesbian now. Drag and Halloween have a long history together. Until recently it was against the law to dress in clothing of the opposite gender. Halloween was traditionally the only time that the laws weren’t enforced. In the pre-Stonewall days most big cities had Halloween drag balls that would take over large hotels. It’s an interesting piece of our history, and particularly timely since October is Gay & Lesbian History Month. Whether you’re a seasoned drag queen or a virgin you’re certain to find something in this issue. I’ve talked to DQs far and near and got a list of some of the best shopping places and some fabulous make-up tips. So go out and have a ball, but remember to tuck your balls out of sight.

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Gregg Shapiro

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ne of the most popular events in Chicago’s GLBT community, Night of 100 Drag Queens will take place October 19 and 20, Tuesday and Wednesday at Sidetrack. The 19th edition of the event benefits Equality Illinois.

Night of 100 Drag Queens started out as entertainment for local activist (and BOI editor) Rick Karlin’s birthday party. Drag Queens Paula Sinclaire and Vikki Spykke each did a couple of numbers atop a piece of plywood placed on some beer cases. Each year the entertainment became more and more elaborate. Eventually, the party grew so big that it was organized as an official fundraiser. Karlin and Sidetrack’s managing partner, Chuck Hyde, produced the show. For the first few years the beneficiary changed each year. Among the original beneficiaries were Gay & Lesbian Parents Group (now Rainbow Families) and GLSEN. For the past 15 years the event has been a benefit for Equality Illinois. The producers of the event estimate that Night of 100 has raised at least $500,000 during its run. In the beginning the emcees were Paula Sinclaire and Vikki Spykke, followed by Honey West, Russ Ranier, Dominick Hamilton-Little and Rick Karlin in his persona as Charity Case. Karlin still occasionally performs in the show, attempting to maintain his ranking as Chicago’s second oldest drag queen. Bradley Thomas first hosted Night of 100 Drag Queens in 2005. Since then, his drag persona, Missex, has been a dominatrix, a transformer, a goddess of nymphomania, a baby doll, a character from Where the Wild Things Are, a gangsta, a sex goddess, a Chinese mistress, Alice from Wonderland, even a glammed-up Foozie! Missex Thomas first landed the gig after appearing in the show two years running performing as a Sidetrack staff member. His association with Equality Illinois and the fact that he was a bartender at Sidetrack were integral in him being asked to host: “I hadn’t done a whole lot of drag, but I had acting training and done a lot of emcee work. One thing that Sidetrack management didn’t know when they approached me to possibly host was that I had been a singing ringmaster in the circus for two years! I was already very comfortable on the microphone; it was the heels that took some getting used to…”

“I love working with such a great group of performers who are totally committed to their craft. The back-stage spirit is upbeat and fun! We know we are all here to entertain and raise a truckload of money for a great cause, Equality Illinois. “Night of 100 Drag Queens” is truly a team effort. Chuck Hyde and the Sidetrack staff, along with the Nick Holmberg, Bill Stadt, as well as the technical crew that comes in specifically for this show are what have grown it into the extravaganza it is today. Tedd Greenwood, who helped produce the show for years, brought a refined theatricality and the idea of thematic shows to Night of 100. I helped pitch the ideas of games and more audience involvement. Night of 100 has become more than a show—it’s an entire experience from the moment you walk in the door, it’s like you are in a very different, magical place. A place where even I can be a pretty lady! “Every year there are new kids performing in drag for the very first time, back to back with established queens who’ve been around the stage, or around the block. This mix of professional and amateur performers is what keeps Night of 100 fresh. “ Teri Yaki returns to co-host with Missex again this year. Tickets for the show as well as the pre-show VIP reception are available at Sidetrack. Performing at Night of 100 has opened a lot of doors for Thomas: After his first year, he was asked to emcee the International Mister Leather Contest (a gig which lasted 4 years); it also led him to discover a new great passion, standup comedy. He is currently co-producing Sidetrack’s new weekly stand-up show, Laugh Track. You can become a “Liker” of his comedian page Bradley Thomas on Facebook, and catch Bradley at Sidetrack’s amazing new free weekly show, Laugh Track, on Thursdays at 8 at Sidetrack.

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ressing as a drag queen is all about making a statement. Heavy makeup, dramatic hair and outrageous outfits are necessary if you’re going to be a drag queen. It’s not as easy as it looks, though. Here’s a step-by-step guide to giving good face. 1. If you plan to draw in your brows, or if your eyebrows are thick, coat them with numerous layers of glue. Apply as many layers as needed, allowing 3-5 minutes drying time between layers. The glue stick is great for covering zits, as well. 2. Shave any facial hair. When you are done, shave again. (Don’t forget to trim ear and nose hair, as well.) 3. Apply moisturizer to your skin and allow it to absorb 5 minutes. 4. Apply liquid foundation; use a makeup sponge or your fingers to generously apply the foundation to your face; don’t forget the ears, behind the ears and the neck. 5. Apply concealer to the areas that need a little extra help, such as under your eyes or over any blemishes. 6. Apply loose powder generously, using a puff or pad. Press the powder firmly onto your brows. For the rest of your face, you want a smooth matte finish. This is like priming a wall for paint. 12 boi

7. Use your blush brush and generously apply a bold-colored blush to the apples of your cheeks, the tip of your nose, the tip of your chin and jaw line. 8. Contour your face using a shade of eye shadow slightly darker or lighter than your base powder. Darker powder makes parts recede, lighter powder makes areas more pronounced (use dark along the sides of the nose and a strip of white down the bridge to make a nose seem thinner.) 9. Try on the false eyelashes before you apply the adhesive. If they are too long, carefully trim the ends along the spine until they fit your lashes. Apply the adhesive to a Q-tip and then “paint” the spine of the lashes. Set aside, glue side up while you apply your eye make-up, (remember which is left and which is right). Waiting for the glue to get tacky, makes it easier to apply the lashes. 10. Draw in your brows using an eyebrow pencil. If you are unsure where to draw the brow, begin the line along the top of your natural brow line. You will be covering the actual brows with eye make up. (continued on pg. 15)

11. Apply an eye-shadow base (white makes your eyes pop) to your eyelid and between the lid and the brow (or where you are drawing your brow). From there generously apply eye shadow on the lid, in the eye crease and from the lid to just below the brow. The general rule is medium dark on the lid, very dark in the crease and lighter under the brow. Repeat these steps until you achieve your desired look. Remember, too much is a good beginning. 12. Apply the false eyelashes. Carefully apply the spine of the lash to the edge of your upper eyelid. 13. Apply a coat of mascara to your lashes. This will help them adhere to the false eyelashes. You can wait a few minutes and apply additional layers of mascara as needed. Apply mascara to your lower lashes as well. 14. Apply eyeliner to the edge of your eyelid (on top of the spine of your false lashes). You may extend this line past the outer edge of your eye for an Egyptian look. You may also add eyeliner to the edge of your lower eyelid. 15. Line your lips with lip liner. If your lips are small, line them slightly outside the lip line to create fuller lips. 16. Apply your favorite lipstick inside the lines you just made with lip liner. You may either blend the liner into the lipstick or leave the line dark. It’s a matter of the effect you’re going for. For a glossier look, apply lipgloss on top of the lipstick. Look in the mirror and adjust your make up as needed. 17. Put on your wig and outfit and look fabulous.

Drag Queen Top Hints Hint #1: To get a closer shave, let your beard grow for a day. Hint #2: If you tend to sweat, apply Mitchum roll-on anti-perspirant to your face and scalp about 20 minutes after shaving and at least 15 minutes before applying my make up Hint #3: After applying your lipstick, put your finger in your mouth and draw it our slowly, like you’re sucking a…well you get the idea. This will pretty much assure that you don’t have lipstick on your teeth. Hint #4: To lock in your look and “set” your face, take a can of Aqua-Net, close your eyes and apply 1-2 light layers on your face, while keeping an impassive look (don’t scrunch your nose.) Allow a few minutes between layers. Your make-up will remain in place all night. Things You’ll Need In Your Toolkit Razor Shaving cream Moisturizer False eyelashes Eye shadow base Eyelash adhesive Blush Mascara Eyeliner Lipstick Eye shadow (multiple colors) Liquid foundation Glue stick (optional) boi 15

etting your drag on is more than just the make-up and hair. If you want to look fabulous you can’t just head over to The Dress Barn, you’ve got to where and how to shop.

It’s easy to figure our what size shoe to buy. As a general rule, you buy women’s shoes that are two sizes bigger than your regular men’s size.

Heads & Threads Boutique 1254 N Milwaukee, 773.235.1190 Is a one-stop shopping place; wigs, lashes, accessories and pantyhose.

Dresses are a little trickier. Start with this simple conversion; subtract 21 from your true waist size.. For example; if you have a 34" waist, you would most likely wear a woman’s size 14 (always round up if it’s an odd number). This formula will work for pants and skirts.

Hollywood Mirror 812 W. Belmont, 773.404.2044 Great for vintage, full of funky, ‘70s & ‘80s-inspired duds.

Dresses and bluses can be a bit different depending on how they are designed and how you are built. Someone with broad shoulders might wear a 14 in a halter dress, but an 18 in something with sleeves. Unless you are tiny, you most likely will want to look in the plus sizes or women’s section (as opposed to juniors or misses.) don’t be embarrassed to try things on. Once you’ve figured out your sizes, it’s all a matter of going out there and finding just the right look. Here area few places to start. Beatnix 3400 N. Halsted, 773.281.6933 Campy glamour and drag queen vamping. Check out the lower level some reasonably priced second-hand clothes. Fantasy Costumes 4065 N. Milwaukee, 773.777.0222 Has a huge selection of wigs and costumes and has been welcoming drag queens for 30+years.

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Nordstrom Rack (various locations) If you are looking for stylish shoes and gowns at bargain prices this is where to go. Women’s shoes go up to size 15, gowns are often marked down 90%, especially if there’s a small tear or a broken zipper. Payless Shoes (various locations) Payless routinely carries women’s shoes up to size 12. If you want high heels, shop in a store frequented by African American women and you’ll find a wider selection in larger sizes. Ragstock 812 W. Belmont, 773.868.9263 The go-to spot for ‘50s-’90s-inspired outfits Skyscraper Heels 2202 W. Belmont, 773.477.8495 The best selection of women’s heels and fetish shoes in large sizes. Transformations by Rori 110 S. Arlington Heights Rd., Arlington Heights, 847.454.0600 Favored by Chicago area crossdressers for the care and consideration

This dress was $29.95 at Nordstrom Rack. It had a small tear along the hem, that took 15 minutes to repair.

offered. They’ll also help with over the top looks.

The following places, while not specifically designed for drag queens, carry large sizes and allow men to try things on. Passion Fashion 711 Rohlwing Rd, Addison, 630.916.7068. Queen Elena Lingerie 15411 Cottage Grove, Dolton, 708.849.7722 The Dreamwear Shoppe 407 S. 3rd St., Geneva, 630.232.2725 If you’re too shy to try things on in the store, check out these on-line sites. Make certain to check return policies in case the fit isn’t right. zoogstercostumes.com drag-queen.com highheelsplace.com zappos.com

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t’s always fun to go out and explore new places, or to discover that one of your favorite hangouts has a new look. Fall is a perfect time to check out some of the new and improved clubs around town. Parlour

6341 N Clark 773.564.9274 parlouronclark.com

It’s been a long time since a new GLBT club has opened in the Rogers Park/Edgewater neighborhood. Parlour on Clark, just south of Devon, promises to add a touch of Parisian glamour to the area. Crystal chandeliers cast a diffused light on the exposed brick walls. Walls of textured aluminum line the dance floor An attractive hand painted bar and gilded antique mirrors let you know that attention to detail is the concept in play. Parlour on Clark is alredy a popular spot in a neighborhood with an ever-growing LGBT population. It provides a refined counterpoint to the rough and tumble Touché and Jackhammer, its closest neighbors. Owners Jennifer Murphy (formerly owner of Girl Bar) and Nikki Calhoun want Parlour to be a space where men and women feel equally welcome. The event programming offers an eclectic mix of new and retro, male and female, dance and sports. For example, as a prelude to the weekend, “Lipstick Thursdays” will focus on the girls, Fridays play host to “Medusa’s Parlour” bringing back the legendary party boy from Sheffield in the ‘80s with drink specials and DJ Teri Bristol. Saturday nights the dance floor will be filled for “Grind” with DJ Luis M and drink specials priced from $3-$5. On Sundays the big screen TVs will be tuned to sports, with $4 pitchers of domestic beer and free munchies at the bar.

D.S. Tequila Company

3352 N. Halsted 773.697.9127 dstequila.com

The newest dining venue from the owners of Minibar provides a much-needed spot for drunken food on the Halsted Strip. D.S has its own private label tequila shipped from Mexico for Margaritas. The ‘ritas are available on the rocks or frozen. Too often frozen drinks use cheap flavored sugar concentrates, but at D.S. the drinks are made with fruit puree. A mug will run $6-$7 and pitchers are $24-$28. With flavors such as Passion Peach, Wild Berry, Coco Loco and Bumpin’ Bananas, as well as the classic lime based original you’re certain to find something (or is that someone?) that goes down easily... For those who prefer an

ice-cold cerveza, drafts are available in mugs, pitchers, or even towers for those looking to really make a night of it. The menu is focused on Mexican street fare and burgers, with a number of forays into fancier fare. Stop in quick, while the weather is still decent enough to enjoy the outdoor garden area. The main dining room is a bit cramped and you’ll want to sit back and enjoy those margaritas to their fullest.

Cocktail

3359 N. Halsted 773.477.1420 cocktailbarchicago.com

Cocktail a long-time favorite on the Strip has gotten a facelift. Not any of the employees, they’re all youthful beauties and have many, many years before they’ll need any work done (had to clarify that, don’t want any arsenic in my martini). No, we’re talking about the recent remodeling job that increased the size of the bar by converting the former Piehole space into a clubby lounge area. In addition to the new lounge area, Cocktail has installed beautiful sidewalk seating and added a kitchen. The new outdoor garden features an incredibly varied menu. The garden is open Sunday through Friday until 10 p.m. and Saturdays until 11, for at least a few more weeks.

Spin

800 W. Belmont 773.327.7711 spin-nightclub.com Spin has always boasted an incredibly diverse clientele. You’re certain to be comfortable whether you’re gay, straight, not sure or just not saying. There’s no shortage of inspired fun going on between the regularly scheduled events such as drag bingo and shower contests to performances by nationally known artists. Spin recently underwent a huge expansion that tripled the club’s size. There are two dance floors, 4 full service bars and several spacious lounge areas to choose from. The recent patio addition has proved a popular gathering spot, especially on weekends when the “Meat and Buns” party dishes out free food.

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On the concert stage Out musicians performing at S.P.A.C.E. in Evanston, include singer/songwriter Brandi Carlile at 8 p.m. on October 13. Flesh Hungry Dog presents a special Halloweener Heat Birds (get it?) show on October 15th, featuring Lettercamp and others at 9 p.m. at Jackhammer. On October 19 at 7:30 p.m., Homolatte: Queer Words & Music, hosted by Scott Free, presents Larry-Bob Roberts and another early Halloween treat with the Heat Birds singing songs from “Witches Among Us,” at Big Chicks/Tweet. The Old Town School of Folk Music - Gary and Laura Maurer Concert Hall, goes gay in honor of Gay and Lesbian History month with three shows featuring queer artists including bass-playing Meshell Ndegeocello at 7 & 10 p.m. on October Meshell Ndegeocello 16, New England folkie Catie Curtis on October 17 at 4 p.m. and Bob Mould (of Hüsker Dü, Sugar and Blowoff fame, on October 22 at 8 p.m. Mayne Stage welcomes Amy Armstrong and Freddy Allen for the Amy & Freddy 15th Anniversary Celebration, October Amy & Freddy 22 and 23 at 8 p.m. Stephen Leonard continues to host Unpugged: An Acoustic Concert Series, Tuesdays at 9 p.m. at The Wild Pug On the big screen The 46th Chicago International Film Festival, Oct. 721 (chicagofilmfestival.com for a complete schedule) takes over the AMC River East 21, 322 E. Illinois, for two weeks to screen more than 100 films from all over the world. Included in the line-up are nine 20 boi

LGBT films, ranging from documentaries (James Rasin’s Candy Darling doc “Beautiful Darling” and Michael Stock’s “Postcard to Dadd”) to comedies (“Loose Cannons” from Italy) and dramas (“Sasha” from Germany, “Family Tree” from France, “For 80 Days” from Spain, “Amphetamine” from Hong Kong, the Canadian feature “Heartbeats” and Man At Bath,” starring French porn star Francois Sagat). The 2010 Chicago Festival of Israeli Cinema, Oct. 2131 (chicagofestivalofisraelicinema.org for a complete schedule), features the gay-themed movie “Eyes Wide Open” (New American Vision) which takes place in a Jerusalem neighborhood populated by fundamentalist Orthodox Jews. Shortly after devout Aaron (Zohar Shtrauss) reopens the kosher butcher shop that was run by his late father, he meets itinerant Yeshiva student Ezri (hot Ran Danker). Ezri, who was tossed out of his previous Yeshiva, has come to town to be with a male lover who refuses to return his phone calls. In need of help at the shop, Aaron hires the inexperienced Ezri. He also gives Ezri a place to stay, in a room above the butcher shop. Aaron, a devoted husband and father, doesn’t quite know what to make of the expressive and creative Ezri. A forbidden sexual tension develops between them that leads to a passionate kiss in the meat locker. Soon, the two men are having sex on a regular basis. Religious thugs (no kidding), self-described “morality police,” begin to visit Aaron at the shop, advising him to distance himself from Ezri the “sinner.” Aaron is forced to make a choice. Director, Haim Tabakman alternates between being heavy handed (lots of water imagery) and artistically inspired (fascinating use of reflections), and the film’s conclusion is sure to unsettle many viewers. However, the performances by Danker and Shtrauss make this a film worth watching with, what else, eyes wide open.

On the small screen Keeping up with “The Joneses” (20th Century Fox Home Entertainment/Echo Lake) is harder than you think, especially when they are a fabricated clan planted in an upscale suburban neighborhood by a faceless consumer corporation to “do some damage.” But that’s precisely what happens when the Jones family—father Steven (David Duchovny), mother Kate (Demi Moore), son Mick (Ben Hollingsworth) and daughter Jenn (Amber Head)—moves into one of the biggest houses on a block full of newly constructed mansions for a little stealth marketing. Under the watchful eye of KC (Lauren Hutton), the family parades around in high-priced duds, drives an array of shiny new Audis, adorns themselves with expensive jewelry and has a home decorated in the latest in design trends, complete with all of the cutting edge toys and gadgets technology has to offer. All they have to do is maintain the façade (in spite of the fact that Steven and Kate sleep in separate bedrooms and Jenn wants to bed Steven) and get their well-to-do neighbors to take note of their goods and go out and spend, spend, spend. All goes well until, little by little, the cracks begin to show. Less well-off neighbors Larry (Gary Cole) and Summer (Glenne Headley) do their damnedest to keep up, until tragedy strikes. High-schooler Jenn is sleeping with a married man. Mick misinterprets signals from a classmate and ends up getting beaten up pretty badly, leading to his coming out as gay. At turns funny and serious, writer/director Derrick Borte’s “The Joneses” does a respectable job of commenting on consumer culture and its negative impact on society. Moore and Duchovny are pleasant to watch together and bring a level of glamour to the movie, while supporting players Headley and Cole prove that they can hold their own. DVD special features consist of deleted scenes.

AMERICAN___________ Ann Sather 929 W. Belmont | 773.348.2378; 3416 N Southport | 773.404.4475; 5207 N Clark | 773.271.6627; 3411 N Broadway | 773.305.0024 These bustling hot spots, serving traditional Swedish pancake house fare, are best known for hearty daytime offerings and their delish cinnamon rolls. Chicago Diner 3411 N. Halsted | 773.935.6696 This world famous vegetarian restaurant offers vegan and organic offerings using the protein-based meat substitute seitan. Organic beers, wine, and spirits are also available. Crew 4804 N. Broadway | 773.784.2739 More than just a sports bar, the menu includes a variety of hamburgers, sandwiches, salads and comfort food. Deluxe Diner 6349 N Clark | 773.743.8244 Conveniently locatede near Rogers Park’s gay triangle, the diner’s “open 24 hours on weekends” status is perfect after a night of dancing and partying. Featured menu items include breakfast skillets that are served anytime. Golden Nugget Family Restaurants 2720 N. Clark | 773.929.0724, 2406 W.Diversey | 773.252.8903, 1765 W. Lawrence | 773.769.6700. Established 40+ years, these places are a great place for after bar dining as they are all open 24-7, and all have free parking. The large menu is sure to please. Everything is housemade, known for fluffy buttermilk pancakes, but dinners are hearty as well. Halsted’s Bar & Grill 3441 N Halsted | 773.348.9696 This Boystown eatery serves up a wide array of tasty appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, and popular comfort food items at very reasonable prices in a fun and inviting atmosphere. Beers on tap are aplenty and the weekend brunch draws an attractive crowd. Hamburger Mary’s 5400 N Clark | 773.784.6969 This fun and popular Andersonville restaurant features a wide array of burgers and sandwiches along with an interesting selection of tasty appetizers. Horizon Café 3805 N. Broadway | 773.883.1565 This long-time popular Lakeview family restaurant serves up big portions of creative homestyle dishes as well as healthy fare (broth-based soups and whole wheat tortilla wraps) and at affordable prices. Breakfast, including multigrain pancakes and egg white omelets, served all day long. Delivery available.

IHOP 3760 N Halsted | 773.296.0048 More than a pancake house, this 24-hour Boystown institution serves up affordably priced appetizers, sandwiches, and entrees that are sure to satisfy varying after-bar wants and needs. Kit Kat Lounge 3700 N. Halsted | 773.525.1111 Providing the best of diva entertainment along with a full dinner menu, they offer ½-price cocktails and Buy 1 Get 1 Free Entree on Wednesdays.. On Monday nights get 50% off your entire bill. M. Henry 5707 N. Clark | 773.561.1600 This popular Andersonville outpost serves breakfast and lunch daily and features creative fare such as pancakes with warm blackberries and vanilla mascarpone cream. Additionally there are many vegetarian dishes and traditional menu items like three-cheese omelets. Minibar Café 3341 N. Halsted This attractive and sophisticated space serves gourmet bruschettas, cheeses, paninis, and entrees as well as an impressive selection of wines by the glass from around the world. The Sunday brunch is tasty and impressive. Nookies Tree 3334 N. Halsted | 773.248.9888 A regular haunt for the locals of Boystown and popular with hangover recoverers, the diner serves made-toorder omelets, pancakes, waffles and other brunch fare all day. And it’s open 24 hours on weekends. Melrose Restaurant 3233 N Broadway | 773.327.2060 This Lakeview institution has been catering to the after-bar crowds for decades, serving breakfast anytime along with typical diner fare. Open 24 hours, Queens Tavern & Bistro 750 W. Cornelia | 773.248.8333 Occupying the old Cornelia’s space, this charming new eatery is warm and inviting and features a value menu filled with both bar food and entrée items as well as daily specials. Stella’s Diner 3042 N. Broadway | 773.472,9040 Ffiendly staff serve up delicious diner fare, such as; fresh salads, a large selection of wraps, sandwiches, hearty entrees, pastas, and homemade deserts. Tweet 5020 N. Sheridan | 773.728.5576 This Uptown favorite, serving breakfast and lunch only, uses organic ingredients when possible to create brunch items such as buckwheat pancakes, Danish beignets, Belgian waffles, and an impressive assortment of breakfast burritos and egg Benedict dishes.

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Wilde Bar & Restaurant 3130 N Broadway | 773.244.0404 This cozy upscale Irish pub offers a laid back and warm atmosphere and a wide ranging menu that is sure to please. Expect updated versions of pub favorites like chicken pot pie, meatloaf dinner, fish & chips, burgers and salads. ASIAN_______________ Jitlada Thai House 3715 N Halsted | 773.388.9988 This quaint family-owned eatery features Asian favorites such as pad Thai, pineapple fried rice, crab ragoon, pot stickers, tempura and nine spice curry items. Delivery available. Pingpong 3322 N. Broadway | 773.281.7575 This popular Lakeview restaurant features high-quality Pan-Asian cuisine in a hip and modern atmosphere as well as top-notch people-watching both those in the restaurant as well as any number of hotties walking by outside. Delivery available. Young’s Chinese Restaurant 3949 N Ashland | 773.248.7998 While Chinese takeout is sometimes a bad and poorly tasting stereotype, this well-regarded outpost has earned a stellar reputation for great tasting food and delivery so quick you’ll swear there must be a wok in the car. ITALIAN_____________ Anna Maria Pasteria 4400 N Clark | 773.506.2662 Owned by sisters who hail from the Basilicata region of southern Italy, this neighborhood gem creates homemade modern and traditional Italian dishes that are authentic, delicious, and best of all: inexpensive. Angelina Ristorante 3561 N Broadway | 773.935.5933 Hosting the coolest and hippest Sunday brunch crowd in Lakeview, the menu includes Eggs Benedict, Fritattas, Croque Monsiuer and Mufalatta sandwiches, almond-crusted stuffed French Toast, and the free flow of Champagne Mimosas. Brunch here is loud, raucous and FUN! Great for dinner, as well. Panino’s Pizzeria 3702 N Broadway 773.472.6200 Panino’s has established itself as a Boystown favorite with its varied menu selections, including gyros and burgers, pasta entrees, and of course pizza. Delivery available.

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MEDITERRANEAN____ Andies 1467 W Montrose | 773.348.0654; 5253 N Clark | 773.784.8616 Specializing in Mediterranean and vegetarian cuisine, specialties of the house include steak kabobs, gyros, and poultry dishes such as Greek Chicken and Lebanese Style Chicken Kefta Kabob. And as befits the cuisine, desserts include a very tasty baklava. Istanbul 3613 N Broadway | 773.525.0500 Specializing in Turkish and Mediterranean cuisines, this recent addition to the lakeview dining scene has been attracting patrons with a varied menu, generous portions, and affordable prices. Sayat Nova 157 E. Ohio | 312.644.9159. Classic Mediterranean-American fare served in comfortable surroundings Every Thursday night things get extra gay for the “Boystown in Downtown” party. MEXICAN___________ Cesar’s 2924 N. Broadway | 773.296.9097; 3166 N Clark | 773.248.2835 This family-owned operation offers an enticing menu full of delicious Mexican recipes, popular house specialties, irresistible desserts, and their signature “Killer Margaritas.” DS Cantina 3352 N. Halsted| 773.697.9127 Don’t let the tiny space fool you, this place offers a seriously varied menu. The margaritas are outstanding, whether traditional or frozen. Las Mananitas 3523 N. Halsted| 773.528.2109 A long-time favorite with the GLBT community, the food is decent, but its the margaritas that you’ll come back for. Also great for boy-watching on the patio. Mayan Palace 2703 N. Halsted| 773.935.4200 Known to be one of the very best Mexican restaurants in the city, the focus is on using fresh, high-quality ingredients for its “south of the border” cuisine. Portions are generous and the cool Margaritas dubbed “The World’s Best!”

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Big Chicks – Buck Burger Club Krave - Musical Mondays & $5 you call it top shelf Crew – “Pub Stumpers” trivia half-price pizza & flat bread pizzas Halsted’s - $14 Miller buckets Hideaway - $3 “U Call It”, $2 off pizzas Hydrate - $1 drink specials Kit Kat – 50% off your entire bill Roscoe’s - “You’re the Star” karaoke $10 Miller Lite pitchers Scarlet - Live Music, $3 tallboy PBR, $5 well Cosmos Scot’s - $3.25 domestic bottles Sidetrack – Show tune sing-along Spin – Karaoke $1 Leinenkugel draft/ $4 Skyy drinks The Glenwood - $6 Double pints Touché - $2.50 PBR Wild Pug – Free pool, “Motown Mondays” Domestic pints $2 Velvet Rope – Singles meet & greet

TUESDAY

Atmosphere - $1 well & Bud Lite draft Berlin - $1 drink night Club Krave - $2 well, $1 drafts, $4 draft pitchers Cocktail – Go-go boys Crew - $1 tacos, half-priced appetizers Halsted’s - $5.95 salad entrees Jackhammer – Karaoke with Creaoke $3 Bacardi and Finlandia Kit Kat – Half-priced martinis Roscoe’s – “Drag Race” Scarlet - $6 mini-pitchers vodkalemonade, $3 Miller Lite Scot’s - $2 off all martinis Spin – Bingo $4 call cocktails The Closet - $3.50 pints of Miller Light and $3.50 Shock Tops Wild Pug – Acoustic music Shock Top pints $2.75

WEDNESDAY

Atmosphere - $2.50 drink specials Club Krave - $7 Three Olive martinis Cocktail – “Twisted Trivia” Crew – half-priced martinis & desserts Halsted’s - $2 Miller & Bud draft pints Hydrate - “Hydrag Revue” Kit Kat – half-priced cocktails & martinis, 2 for 1 entrees

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Mary’s Attic - “Mary-oke” $3 well & domestic bottled beer North End – Karaoke Roscoe’s - “You’re the Star” karaoke $3 off all martinis Scarlet - $95 Classic Stoli bottle service, $5 martinis, $4 Amstel or Heineken Scot’s – $2 off Cosmos Sidetrack – “Rockin Retro” Spin – $1 house cocktails, domestic draft beer & wine The Glenwood - $6 Double pints Touché – “Bear Chested” Velvet Rope - $1 drinks Wild Pug – “Live Game Show” Absolut cocktails $3.50

THURSDAY

Atmosphere – “Hot Mess” male dancers $3 well, $5 cosmos Berlin – “Stardust” Circuit – “La Noche Loca” Latin night Club Krave - $10 draft pints, $5 top shelf Cocktail – “Spank” Crew – Endless chips & salsa $2.50, $3 tap Hideaway – “Trailer Trash Bingo” Hydrate - specials on Effen cocktails Jackhammer - $2 MGD, Light, Bud / Lite Kit Kat - $5 Effen martinis & $5 mojitos Roscoe’s – “Alternative Sounds” Sayat Nova – $3 Lite, $4 Bacardi Bombs, Rokk Vodka $4 mixers, $5 martinis Scarlet - “Frat Party”$5-40oz Miller Light & King Cobra, 26oz Corona or minipitcher of Long Island Scot’s - $4 draft beers Sidetrack – Comedy videos T’s - $5 Margaritas and Cosmoritas The Call - $4 Absolute cocktails The Closet – Karaoke with Karen 9:30pm-1:30am Touché - $2.50 PBR Velvet Rope – Live jazz Wild Pug – Karaoke

FRIDAY

Circuit – Flashback Friday’s, No cover , $3 Cocktails & $2 Domestic Draft Beer Club Krave - $5 sangria, $10 domestic buckets, $16 imported buckets Crew – half-priced nachos, $2 PBR Halsted’s - $12 pitchers Miller & Bud Lite Hamburger Mary’s - $4 Leininkugel

Hideaway $7 Smirnoff lemonade pitchers Kit Kat - $30 three-course prix fixe meal Roscoe’s – Coor’s Light pitchers Scarlet - “First Ward Ball” $4 well drinks, $4 Bud Light Sidetrack – Show tunes cocktail hour Spin – Shower contest The Call - $4 Bacardi cocktails Wild Pug – all martinis $6

SATURDAY

Circuit – “Urbano” Hip-Hop night for all Club Krave - $12 mixed drink pitchers Crew - $9 pitchers Miller Lite Halsted’s - $3 mimosas & screwdrivers Hamburger Mary’s - $5 slushies Hideaway - $5 Long Islands Roscoe’s - $3 off martinis Scarlet - $95 Classic Stoli bottle service T’s - $7.50 Double pints Touché – Free pizza at midnight Wild Pug – “Dog Day Afternoon,” pets welcome

SUNDAY

Angelinas - Sunday Brunch Atmosphere – Movie night, $3 well, $2 Bud Lite draft, Big Chicks – Free BBQ Circuit – “Noche Latina” Hot Latin Night Club Krave - $5 draft pitchers & margaritas Halsted’s - $3 mimosas & screwdrivers Kit Kat – “Divalicious Brunch”-unlimited mimosas and bloody marys Mary’s Attic – “Mary-oke” North End – ‘80’s video Roscoe’s - $12 pitchers of Long Islands Scarlet –“Liquid Brunch” $12 bottles of champagne, $4 bloody marys & screwdrivers, free cereal & juice bar Scot’s – Free BBQ Sidetrack – Show tunes ’60s-‘80s Smart Bar – Dollar Disco – drinks $1 Spin –“Game Show Trivia” “Supersize Me” all Absolut cocktails served in pint glasses, “Meat & Buns” free hot dogs & hamburgers Wild Pug – specials on pitchers of mimosa, Bud Light, Sweet Tea, Long Islands

By Harry Taint

Getting Your Rocks Off

Virulently anti-gay Atlanta pastor Eddie Long, who was sued last month by four young men alleging that he pressured them into affairs, addressed members of his congregation at the New Birth Missionary Baptist Church. He didn’t exactly deny the claims; while at the same time comparing himself to David, saying he, “… still has ‘five rocks’ to throw at Goliath.” No word on what those rocks were and why there were five of them, but before he compares himself to David, he should remember there are rumors about the relationship between David and Jonathon. Tale a look at these two pics of the reverend, one as he resents himself at church and another he took for an on-line profile, and I think no further discussion is needed.

Bar Briefs

Berlin never does anything the usual way. For proof you need look no further than its Halloween weekend events. On Saturday, Oct. 30 Berlin and Bacardi present “Devil’s Night” with Big Top Jojo’s “Towering Show of Wonder” and on Sunday they’re “Block Rockin’ Halloween” with a 90’s Night… Jackhammer’s Oct. 15 Flesh Hungry Dog Show will be a “Zombie-A-Go-Go” event with The Moves, Lettercamp and special guests The Revelettes, Chad Hawks, Susan Hooper, Kelsey Zukowski, Dave Losso and Coye Vega… Roscoe’s takes a break from the “RuPaul Drag Race” circuit on Thursday Oct. 28 to present some other folks from Logo, Julie Goldman and Johnny McGovern, stars of the “Big Gay Sketch Show”… Save some dough by stopping in at Oak Park’s Velvet Rope on Tuesdays for $6 martinis, margaritas and pizzas. Have some cheap food and some cheap drinks and chat with your suburban neighbors.

Speaking of Neighbors

Head up to Andersonville on Friday, Oct. 8 for “Night of 100 pARTies” the kick-off for Andersonville Arts Week. Up and down Clark Street there will be all kinds of art exhibits and other fun. It’s being held in conjunction with BEHIV’s upcoming art therapy show at the Center On Halsted.

Just Shoot Me

Have you noticed the ad campaign for NOH8 (No on Proposition 8) featuring celebrities with their mouths taped shut? You can be photographed for the campaign as well. Los Angeles-based photographer, Adam Bouska, is

bringing the NOH8 Campaign studio to the W City Center Hotel, 172 West Adams, on Monday, Oct. 11. A photo shoot is scheduled from 4 until 7 p.m. and organizers hope to accommodate everyone in line. The cost to be photographed is $40 per person for individual shots, $25 per person in groups. The organizers ask that you arrive camera ready and wear white. The NoH8 temporary tattoo and silver duct tape will be provided. Funds raised by the NOH8 Campaign will be used to continue promoting and raising awareness for marriage equality and anti-discrimination through NOH8’s interactive media campaign.

Benefits Galore

Fall is traditionally a time for fund-raising events and this year is no different. Minibar hosts a “Happy Hour with Lambda Legal” on Thursday, Oct. 14, from 7-9 p.m. The event includes an open bar and passed hors d’oeuvres for $25. That’s kind of a steal considering the price of cocktails nowadays. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will benefit Lambda Legal, the nation’s oldest and largest organization fighting for equality on behalf of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender people and those with HIV. Tickets will be available at the doo…Gerber/Hart’s annual benefit, “Making History: Center Stage” on Saturday, Oct. 23 at the Swedish American Museum Center will feature Alexandra Billings as the keynote speaker.

Stage Business

The folks at Hell in a Handbag are at it again. “The Rip Nelson Halloween Spooktacular” runs Fridays and Saturdays until Nov. 6 at Mary’s Attic. The high concept performance art piece takes place in 1976, and semi-legendary actor and comedian Rip Nelson desperately needs to make a comeback. In the play he has called in a every favor ever owed to him to compile a star-studded list of guest stars such as; Joan Crawford, Kate Smith, Bob Dylan, Ann Miller, Phyllis Diller, Charo and Bea Arthur… After too long a wait it’s the return of “The Scooty & JoJo Show” cult hit “Carpenters Halloween” on Friday Oct. 22 at Circuit. The spine-shivering send-up of John Carpenter’s slasher classic is set to classic songs of The Carpenters. There are only 8 performances scheduled through Oct. 31. This is a must-see folks!

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Boystown / Lakeview

3160 3160 N.Clark G&L, LM,DS Berlin 954 W. Belmont G&L, D, 4 Bobby Love’s 3729 N. Halsted G&L Buck’s Saloon 3439 N. Halsted G Cell Block 3702 N. Halsted G, LF Charlie’s 3726 N. Broadway G, D, W Circuit 2.02 3641 N. Halsted G&L, D, 4 The Closet 3325 N. Broadway G&L, V, 4 Cocktail 3359 N. Halsted G, GB Hydrate 3458 N. Halsted G, D, DS, 4 Kit Kat 3700 N. Halsted G&L, DS, R Little Jim’s 3501 N. Halsted G, V, 4 Lucky Horseshoe 3169 N. Halsted G, GB Manhandler 1948 N. Halsted G, W, 4 Minibar 3341 N. Halsted G, R North End 3733 N. Halsted G Roscoe’s 3356 N. Halsted G, D, V, DS Scarlet 3320 N. Halsted G Sidetrack 3349 N. Halsted G, V Smart Bar / Metro 3730 N. Clark MS, D, 4 Spin 800 W. Belmont G, D, V, DS

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Chicago Downtown

Baton Show Lounge 436 N. Clark DS 312.644.5269 Club 720 720 N. Wells MS, D, 4 312.787.8720 Crimson Lounge 333 N. Dearborn MS, D, R 312.923.2473 Excalibur/Vision 632 N. Dearborn MS, D, 4 312.266.1944 Funky Buddha 728 W. Grand Ave. MS, D 312.666.1695 House of Blues 329 N. Dearborn MS, LM, 4 312.923.2000 Krush/Prop House 1657 N. Elston G&L, D, 4 773.486.2390 Second Story Bar 157 E. Ohio G, V 312.923.9536 Sound Bar 226 W. Ontario MS, D, 4 312.787-4480 Spy Bar 646 N. Franklin MS, D, 4 312.587.8779 Underground 56 W. Illinois MS, D, 4 312.644.7600 Vibe 1543 N. Kingsbury MS, D, 4 312.266.1900

Chicago Northside

Debonair Social Club 1575 N. MilwaukeeAve. MS, D 773.227.7990 Fat Cat 4849 N. Broadway MS, R 773.506.3100 Green Dolphin St. 2200 N. Ashland G&L, D, LM, 4 773.395.0066 Green Mill 4802 N. Broadway MS, LM, 4 773.878.5552 In Fine Spirits 5420 N Clark MS, R 773.334.9463 Jackhammer 6406 N. Clark G, D, V, GB, LM, 4 773.743.5772 Joi de Vine 1744 W. Balmoral L, R 773.989.6846 Kinetic Playground 1113 W. LawrenceMS, D, LM, 4 773.769.5483 Marty’s 1511 W. Balmoral G&L 773.561.6425 Mary’sAttic 5400 N Clark G&L, D, V, R 773.784.6969 Parlour On Clark 6341 N. Clark Phone TBA RecRoom 5402 N Clark G&L, D, V, R 773.784.6969 Scot’s 1829 W. Montrose G&L 773.528.3253 SoFo Bar 4923 N. Clark G 773.784.7636 T’s 5025 N. Clark G&L, R 773.784.6000 The Glenwood 6962 N Glenwood G 773.764.7363 Touché 6412 N. Clark G, V, LF, 4 773.465.7400 Wild Pug 4810 N. Broadway G&L, D, V 773.784.4811

Chicago Southside

Club Escape 1530 E. 75th G&L, D Escapades 6301 S. Harlem G&L, D, V, 4 Inn Exile 5758 W. 65th G&L, D, V Jeffrey Pub 7041 S. Jeffrey G&L, D, V, 4

Chicago Suburbs

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Hideaway 7301 W. Roosevelt Forest Park G, D, V, DS, GB Club Krave 13126 S. Western Blue Island G&L, D, V, DS, GB, 4 Hunters 1932 E. Higgins Elk Grove Village G, D, V, GB, 4 Mission 209 E. Chicago Downtown Elgin G&L, D, V Encompass 24215 Rush St. Lake Station, IN G&L, D, R, DS Velvet Rope 728 Lake St Oak Park G&L, D, V, R

Adult Entertainment

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The Anvil 1137 W. Granville G, V 773.973.0006 @mosphere 5355 N. Clark G&L, V, GB 773.784.1100 Big Chicks 5024 N. Sheridan G&L, D, R 773.728.5511 The Call 1547 W Bryn Mawr G&L, D, DS, V, LM 773.334.2525 Crew Bar 4804 N. Broadway G&L, V, R 773.784.2739 Davenport’s 1383 N. Milwaukee G&L, LM 773.278.1830

Banana Video 4923 N. Clark G, BK Bijou Theater 1349 N. Wells G, GB, BK Man’s Country 5017 N. Clark G, GB, BH Steamworks 3246 N. Halsted G, BH, FC The Ram 35111/2 N. Halsted G, BK, D

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