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Meet the New Editor-in-Chief: Elijah Sarkesian

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s many of you know, I am leaving my position here at David Atlanta Magazine at the end of 2012. With my last few issues already in production, I am excited to announce that Elijah Sarkesian, currently our Lead Writer, will be taking over my post as the new Editor-in-Chief in 2013.

Elijah has a bold vision for David Atlanta Magazine in 2013, and brings to the table previous EIC experience for various publications, including The Signal. I believe that Elijah will bring the highest quality that you, our readers, have come to expect from our revamped publication over the last 2 years.

Congrats Elijah, I personally look forward to seeing what you create in the next year!

Maximillian C orwell Do you have suggestions or ideas for David Atlanta in 2013? Let us know at Editor@davidatlanta.com The content of this Publication is for your general information and use only. It is subject to change without notice. The opinions expressed by any writer, advertiser, or other person appearing in the Magazine are not necessarily those of the Publication, its management or staff. The information and materials appearing in the Magazine are not guaranteed or warranted as to accuracy, timeliness, performance, completeness, or suitability of the information and materials found or offered for a particular purpose. It shall be your responsibility to ensure that any products, services, or information available through this Publication meets your specific requirements. The Publication is not responsible for claims made by advertisers, content of information, changes, events, and schedules. The Magazine contains information and material which is owned by or licensed to the Publication, including but not limited to articles, advertisement, design, layout, graphics, and logos. No part or portion of this Publication may be reproduced in any way without the prior written consent of the Publisher. Unauthorized use of this Publication may give rise to claims for damages and or criminal offenses. Your use of the information or materials in the Publication is strictly at your own risk.

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Welcome to

John Waters’ One-Man Dreamland

A John Waters Christmas

By Sam Gabel

E

ven though John Waters is just one man, he may be the one individual that it is just impossible to not form that unspoken, preset judgment in our heads when we first initially meet someone. Simply YouTube him; here is a man that can’t be limited to simply Hairspray. His range is limitless including performing “no smoking in theatre” ads while paradoxically enticing viewers with the cigarette he is puffing away with— and blatantly enjoying it.

From the initial get go of his career to the eternal nature of it’s evolution in expanding its credentials to the numerous roles of filmmaker, actor, stand-up comedian, writer, journalist, and visual artist. I already knew from the start of this article that I simply must find out the secret key he had to unlocking the confines of our human potential.

Through my preliminary research of John Water’s career, I found the footprints of one of Hollywood’s rare exceptions of escaping the common, inevitable fate of fading out as equally as the last line of its very own screenplay.

“Basically, I’m a writer,” he starts out with. “I think of ideas. I watch human behavior; I’m interested in how people think.” Perhaps that was the start of learning of John’s secret: to master the art of first removing the ego and our preset judgments because as I browsed through the electronic archives of his history, present, and future, the common denominator was the subtle, but whimsical undertone of the Joker’s infamous phrase, “Why so serious?”

Because when we really think about it, haven’t all the famous comedians that we’ve fallen in love with used the tragedies of their past? And haven’t they all deliberately chosen to turn it into the gold of their future to enlighten others, and even inspire them? When we break down the origin of all jokes, doesn’t it simply derive from a person’s ability to anticipate through a faster rate of thought an 14 // davidatlanta.com

absurd truth of current reality, and thus through an act of love, we realize “Hey, that is true!” Then of course, we inevitably laugh. “Humor is protection; it’s politics. It’s how I survived my whole life.”

And I guess there it was, the secret to John Water’s ability to never get boxed in by social standards or expectations was simply he refused to conform to what people expected.

“In the 50s, everyone had to be the same as everyone else, and it’s all about conformity. I don’t want someone to agree with me. I have faith in my own opinions.” By this point, I knew that I was speaking to a man who says he’s going to perform a one-man show, and prove it without a flinch of an eye or a trademark moustache.

So he gave me the insightful advice for anyone who is striving in the arts: “Don’t feel rejected if you are going in the arts. If someone asks, ‘how am I going to be,’ you’ll never be one. You can never consider that you might not.

You have to be obsessed. It’s about your work: make your work exciting for you.”

I took this advice to heart; it sure has worked well for John Waters. In an industry where it is all about collaboration, John’s proven that a one-man show can exist—and will exist, especially in Atlanta this upcoming December. It celebrates everything about Christmas, and when you open the gift John has for you, you may find yourself without a box and somehow a newfound, erotic sensation towards Santa Claus.

A John Waters Christmas Thursday December 13th Variety Playhouse, 1099 Euclid Ave. NE Doors: 7pm | Show: 8pm Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com General Admission $35 | VIP $99

the Middle East to better-inform herself about the ongoing conflicts in the region. I’d venture to suggest she should start her Middle Eastern education by realizing that a fair amount of Middle Easterners criticize Westerners for their materialism, of which she lavishes in, not to mention they expect their women to be modest, meaning sex tapes aren’t really looked highly upon.

By Lucas Witherspoon

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Lady GaGa was celebrating Thanksgiving in Peru, when she woke up, stumbled to the kitchen naked, glanced at her security camera, and saw 35 Little Monsters rifling through her garage. Most sane people would call the police, but this is GaGa we’re talking about, so she let them be and was remorseful there was no pet door for her to slide stuffing through for them. If this is the way she reacts to 35 hoodlums in her garage, my guess is if she ever finds a crazed stalker standing over with a pair of scissors, she’ll give him a blowjob.

hile working together on the set of Scary Movie 5 in Atlanta, Charlie Sheen and Lindsay Lohan apparently formed enough of a bond that he reportedly decided to send her business manager a check for Entertainment Weekly is reporting that The Disney Channel $100,000 to help cover her $233,904 outstanding IRS bill. is all set to make a sequel to their 2000 television movie, Birds of a crack rock stick together apparently.

Life Size. In case you’re one of the unfortunates who’s never seen Life Size, it starred a young Lindsay Lohan and a girl Another day, another Chris Brown Twitter meltdown. who brings her doll, played by Tyra Banks, to life. It. Is. After initially tweeting, “I look old as fuck! I’m only 23…”

Incredible. What’s more: “Banks is on board to reprise her comedian Jenny Johnson responded with, “I know! Being role as Eve, the toy-turned-mother-figure; she’ll executive a worthless piece of shit can really age a person.” Johnson produce the sequel as well. And yes, Life-Size 2 will also has been an outspoken critic of Brown since his 2009 feature a new version of ‘Be a Star’, the inspirational song Rihanna beatdown, primarily because, by all indications, Banks’s character sang in the first film.” And by “inspirahe seems to lack remorse for his action. The conversation tional,” they mean A MESS, but in the most brilliantly campy continued, with Brown calling her a “hoe” (didn’t know way possible. Thank you gay baby Jesus for this brilliant accusing someone of being a gardening tool was a valid early Christmas gift! insult these days) and expressing his desire to “shart in [her] mouth.” Shortly thereafter, Brown deleted his Twitter altogether… again. I predict his seemingly incessant need for a good ego stroke won’t keep him away for long. I’ll give it to Chris Brown in one aspect: he’s at least a consistent misogynistic tool. Nonetheless, I constantly hear people say he’s hot or has a nice dick, to which my response is, if you’re a superficial enough person to look past his constant iniquitousness compounded by his absence of penitence, you deserve each other.

Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: Lindsay Lohan’s probation has been revoked because she allegedly lied to the cops by telling them she wasn’t driving her Porsche back in June when her car rear-ended a truck. The case is expected to be filed soon, but frankly I’m surprised to learn she isn’t being charged with crimes against humanity for Liz & Dick.

Oh, and then she got arrested again for a bar fight a few days later. This bitch.

If you were worried about the Gaza–Israel conflict, fear not!

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Shopping Locally for the Holidays

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By Elijah Sarkesian

t’s the craziest time of the year - with the holidays approaching, chances are you have quite a bit of shopping left to do. Well, look no further than some of Atlanta’s own LGBT-owned businesses to help cut down on your purchase

list. Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat or something naughty for someone nice, these local businesses will have something perfect for your gift-giving needs this year.

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RedNek Glassware Looking for the perfect gift for your Honey Boo Boo-lovin’ kinfolk? Look no further than the RedNek line of glassware. Inspired by Ball Mason jars and their common usage as drinking glasses, this line from Carson Home Accents includes everything from traditional-looking “Guzzlers” and “Sippers” to Wine Glasses and Champagne Flutes. ($9-$24; Brushstrokes)

Potato Heads These aren’t your old-school Mr. Potato Head toys. With a selection spanning from comic book characters like Batman and The Joker to a slew of The Wizard of Oz characters, these Mr. Potato Head toys are perfect for the young and the young-at-heart. ($20-$60; Brushstrokes)

Greeting Cards Sure, you could stick with Hallmark cards this holiday season. Where’s the fun in that, though?

Brushstrokes has a wide variety of holiday cards from Physique Publishing, Anne Taintor, Rockshots, and more. (Assorted; Brushstrokes)

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Venta Cardigan Boy Next Door is the shopping destination for men’s fashion in Atlanta, with a number of fashion-forward winter items in stock. One piece worth highlighting is the Venta Cardigan from 7 Diamonds. This take on the traditional winter wear is created from a wool blend, with multi-textured knits shaping the cardigan. ($138; Boy Next Door)

Douglas Oxfords If you’re looking for a new pair of shoes, we suggest going with the Douglas Oxfords from Ben Sherman. They have the classic Oxford look with a modern kick. ($140; Boy Next Door)

Andrew Christian Underwear Forget naughty and nice – with Andrew Christian underwear, the distinctions are constantly blurred. Find the perfect stocking stuffer from the wide selection available at Boy Next Door. ($18-$30; Boy Next Door)

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Holiday Treats The guys over at Bear Maker Bakery have outdone themselves with their holiday selection this year. They’re offering a variety of cakes, including Vanilla Bean Poundcake with Eggnog Glaze. If you’re looking to get into multiple types of spirits, try their Bourbon Balls, one of a variety of Holiday Balls flavors Bear Maker Bakery is creating this season. Finally, Bear Maker’s infamous Hog Nut Crunch - that’s brittle made with black pepper, bacon and nuts - is being sold by the jarful this holiday season. (Cakes: packages from $24.95-$64.95; Balls: $12.99; Hog Nut Crunch: $12.99; bearmakerbakery. com)

Puppy Presents Not sure what to get your favorite four-legged friend? Go with a gift basket from Puppy Presents. Each basket includes two plush squeaky toys, Taj Mahound cookies, a rawhide bone, and a bandana. Baskets are available in both Christmas and Hanukkah variations. ($25; puppypresents.com)

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to Gay Gift Giving

Sony Action Cam Anyone who’s ever ruined a smartphone trying to document their extreme adventures will covet the Sony Action Cam, a tiny, lightweight video camera to capture all those freefalls, high climbs, and daring underwater dives. The Action Cam features Sony’s signature SteadyShot image stabilization technology, Exmor R CMOS image sensor, and an ultra-wide angle Carl Zeiss Tessar lens. The AS15 model (about $70 more than the base AS10 model) even offers Wi-Fi connectivity so you can upload and share your videos on the Web – right after you catch your breath. ($199; store.sony.com)

Skora Running Shoes Stay stylish while you sweat out your frustrations with Skora, the ultimate multipurpose running shoe. Two styles are available – FORM and BASE – with the latter featuring a stretch-mesh sockfit with an innovative adjustable X-strap system, elastic heel strap, reflective details and stitch-down construction with an Ortholite sockliner. Skora’s are super lightweight – you won’t even know you have them on – to encourage natural movement and performance. On the road, that is. You’ll have to find another way to step up your game in boudoir. ($110$185; skorarunning.com) photo: EMI Music 24 // davidatlanta.com

Awkward Family Photos Based on the cringe-worthy-but-totally-relatable website of the same name, the Awkward Family Photos board game combines classic and never-before-seen photos with probing, make-you-squirm questions for a game night full of laughter and creative discussion. Definitely a better alternative than mom passing around those embarrassing, bare-ass baby pictures during dessert. ($24.99; familyandpartygames.com)

Brookstone HDMI Pocket Project Turn any blank wall into an impromptu movie screening with the HDMI Pocket Projector from Brookstone. With more than two hours of battery life and built-in audio, mobile cinephiles can transform their Apple, Android, and Windows smartphones and tablets into a crisp, high-definition viewing experience that rivals that of your local multiplex. This micro Pocket Projector includes a three-foot HDMI cable, a Micro HDMI adapter and a Mini HDMI adapter, and projects an image with a 16:9 aspect ratio – which will make that annual viewing of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation bigger and better than ever before. ($299; brookstone.com)

Snuza Trio As more and more of our LGBT friends bring babies home, we’re left scrambling to find the perfect present for the adorable new parents. Bear in mind that the practical route is always the way to go in these situations – they do not need another fruit basket – which makes the Snuza Trio mobile baby monitor system the ideal gift for gay moms and dads. Snuza Trio includes the cordless Snuza Hero Mobile Baby Movement Monitor that clips directly to baby’s diaper and activates an alarm if anything goes awry in the middle of the night; a night-vision camera that can be aimed into the crib and a built-in microphone to record sounds; and a lightweight, portable audio-video monitor with a 2.4-inch LCD screen that functions to a range of 450 feet from the camera and crib. The system also includes three lullaby tunes to help everyone in the family catch a few Zs before the 3 a.m. screaming begins… again. ($299; snuza.info) photo: EMI Music @DavidAtlantaGA // 25

Moscot Eyewear You’ll need a pair of stylish shades to shield your eyes from snow blindness when you hit the slopes this winter, and Moscot is where it’s at. Based on designs from the manufacturer’s archives, the Originals Collection features a variety of vintage-inspired frames constructed of real glass lenses and traditional hardware, and come in an array of colors that hark back to decades past. The aviator-style Sechel, available in Straw with G-15 lenses, are fashion forward yet functional to protect your pupils from the harmful UV rays above and below. ($225-$255; moscot.com)

Gillette Fusion ProGlide Styler Transform your moisturized mug into a well-groomed work of art with the Gillette Fusion ProGilde Styler, a three-in-one tool designed for men with a penchant for stylish facial hair. Whether you prefer a thin chinstrap, bushy muttons, or a simple goatee, the ProGlide Styler helps scruffy men master their put-together look with effortless maneuverability in and out of the shower.

This gift-ready set includes the Power Trimmer fitted with Fusion ProGlide Power Blades, charging base, Microcomb, and a Precision Edging Blade. It’s perfectly safe for staying svelte below the belt, too. ($19.99; www. gillette.com)

PlayStation Vita Avid gamers never have to stop playing their favorite titles thanks to the cross-platform Wi-Fi/3G connectivity of PlayStation Vita, the latest handheld innovation from Sony. What you start playing on your home-based PS3 console you can resume on Vita while you’re out and about with this palm-sized device that fits perfectly in a jacket pocket or backpack. Vita supports a wide variety of games, including Madden and Uncharterd: Golden Abyss, and games available on both PS3 and Vita only need to purchased once to be played on both devices. Vita also offers GPS, video and music playback, and is compatible with apps from Netflix, Skype, Facebook, Twitter, and more. ($240-$299; us.playstation.com/psvita)

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GrubKit Veteran chefs and kitchen newbies alike will enjoy GrubKit, gourmet food kits that contain the precise amount of premeasured ingredients and an accompanying recipe to create not-so-common culinary delights any night of the week. Most of the current kits have an Asian flair (Mongolian Beef and Cashew Chicken, for instance) and you’ll need to provide a few fresh items (eggs don’t fare so well in the mail, it seems). There are also sweet kits for your friends who like to save room for dessert, which include a healthy banana muffin kit and a holiday cookie box with recipes for confections from around the world. ($19-$29; grubkit.com)

Keelan Rouge Treat your beau to handcrafted accessories from Keelan Rouge – the eponymous label of an up-and-coming 26-year-old gay designer from Chicago – which features upcycled men’s and women’s wallets, cardholders, and flasks decked out with whimsical fabrics from vintage neckties, scarves, skirts, and other dapper designs. ($26-$58; keelanrogue.com)

Cuisinart Smart Stick Preserve precious countertop real estate with the Cuisinart Smart Stick, the versatile hand blender that goes from pot to pitcher, bowl to beaker with ease. A powerful 200-watt motor spins into action with a simple one-touch control so home cooks can blend drinks, emulsify dressings, puree soups, and froth up festive hot chocolate without dirtying up many-piece bigger blenders that require more work than their worth. ($40; buydig. com)

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Pain D’Avignon Bread of the Month Club Carb lovers will jump for joy every few weeks with Pain D’Avignon’s Bread of the Month Club, which includes monthly deliveries of seasonally thoughtful baked goods and accompaniments, like white French boules and garlic-herb croutons in January and hot dog buns and house-made potato chips in July. Three- to 12-month subscriptions from the celebrated Massachusetts-based bakery are available. ($150-$500; paindavignon.com/ botm)

Mango Passport For those on your list planning a big trip abroad or who simply want to expand their horizons at home, Mango Passport makes it easy to learn a foreign language on multiple platforms, including a computer, MP3 player, and smartphone. Available in 16 languages and 12 ESLs, each Mango lesson incorporates interactive tools and rich imagery that eliminates boredom and keeps users engaged.

Building a solid foundation on more than monotonous vocabulary memorization, Mango Passport – which includes three ‘Journeys’ for each language – teaches practical speaking skills and cultural insights while gradually instilling the confidence to start great conversations. Like with the pool boy. ($176; mangolanguages.com)

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END OF THE WORLD?

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hey say come to 21st of that means I anymore!

the world is supposed to an end next month on the December. Well I guess don’t have to pay rent

Okaaaay…actually, that means for the last few weeks I don’t have to do anything I don’t feel like doing - if you want to be real about it. It also means I can curse out more deservingly people instead of holding those thoughts hostage in my head. It means I can walk down the street smoking pot with a nun wearing glittered sunglasses and not giving a damn. It means I can go test drive a Bentley and forget to take it back to the dealer. It means I can sneak into the Atlanta Falcons locker room and take over as the towel boy right quick. It means I can go skinny dipping with Ryan Reynolds…wait….this is getting weird. In other words, I think it’s a REASON why us humans don’t know the REAL last day of our world because you already know, some folks would go way over the top and it would literally be out of control! Seriously, just take ONE minute and actually imagine that you knew FOR SURE that this world’s last day is in THREE WEEKS!! What would YOU do?

Meanwhile back at the ranch, as for the legendary bakery known as Hostess Snack Cakes, their world is already coming to an end…they are throwing in their hand honey and shutting down ALL productions on those cakes, in 30 // davidatlanta.com

particular their very famous TWINKIES. Oh no….no more Twinks? Oops, I mean “Twinkies”? Look…as long as they don’t EVER shut down Krispy Kreme. As long as McDonalds, Subway, and Jason Deli don’t stop selling those very addictive chocolate chip cookies, I’ll be ALRIGHT. But back to those Twinkies, thanks for making those many appearances in my school lunchboxes! As a kid, I loved when my mom would put them in there, but I hated it when sometimes instead I’d get a “boring fruit” or a ”stupid cup of jello”. (Of course I’m grown now. I know better…now I eat them for breakfast and keep a couple in my glove compartment next to the Ding Dongs).

What? Sorry, I shouldn’t talk about Twinkies and Ding Dongs like this.

It’s disrespectful.

Folks, in my opinion, it’s just a false alarm, now get back to business. You have dreams to chase, a lover to meet/marry someday, and a bucket list to fulfill, what are you waiting for? For someone to announce the world is coming to an end?

Until next week DON’T read the girls… instead, read The Brent Star Report!

Fun Fact: The name “Twinkies” was inspired by a billboard sign advertising TWINKLE TOE SHOES (true story, google it).

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BLAKE’S Trivia w/ Mary Edith Pitts @ 11pm $250 prize, then New Drag on the Edge w/ Nicole Paige Brooks BURKHART’S Blue Monday Karaoke w/ Angelica D’Paige 11:30pm COCKPIT Big Red Cup All Day, specials EAGLE Comedy TV- Free Pool FELIX’S Free Pool FRIENDS DJ opens at 2pm HERETIC Play w/ Eddie 4pm-11pm HIDEAWAY $2.50 Domestic Beer JUNGLE Stars of the Century Show 11pm MODEL T Monday Night Madness 9pm OSCAR’S Midtown Martini Club 4pm. Service Industry Night 9pm TRIPP’S Monday Night Madness 9pm WOOF’S Texas Hold ‘Em Poker 8pm

TUESDAY BLAKE’S Karaoke w Suzanne Gleeson 11pm BURKHART’S Trivia Tuesday Karaoke w/ Angelica D’Paige 11:30pm

CLUB RUSH HipHop til 4am, $5 COCKPIT 80s Party 9pm, specials 5-8pm EAGLE Tuesdays w/ Tony FELIX’S Smirnoff Martini Night FRIENDS Let’s Make a Deal 6pm HERETIC 2-Step Tuesday, dance till 11pm HIDEAWAY TEAM Trivia w/ Will 9pm MIXX Piano Night w/ David Reeb 8pm MODEL T Texas Hold’em Poker 9:30pm OSCAR’S Show Tune Tuesday 8pm SWINGING RICHARDS 1/2 Price cover TRIPP’S Ladies Night 9pm WOOF’S Industry Day Free Wii 5pm

WEDNESDAY BLAKE’S 5-9pm Doug’s party pop hits, The “Lust and Bust Show”11 pm BURKHART’S Humpday Karaoke w/ Darlene Majewski 11:30pm COCKPIT Balls Deep Karaoke 10pm EAGLE 80’s Music w/ Travis

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got an upcoming event? calendar@davidatlanta.com Friends Team Trivia 8pm heretic 25¢ Keystone Light ,No Cover! hideaway Trivia w/ Will 9pm jungle Big Gay Game Show 3rd Wed mixx Texas Hold’em Poker 7pm model t Karaoke 10pm oscar’s ReBooT Retro 8pm swinging richards 2-4-1 VIP Room tripp’s Free Taco Bar 5pm xcess ultra lounge Raquell Lord’s Talent Show @ 10:30pm, Sophia Mcintosh & Fab 5 +1 @11:30pm, 18+ woof’s Food Special, Trivia 8pm

THURSDAY blake’s $5 burgers, Texas Hold’Em Poker 7pm, Shawnna Factor Show 11pm

BURKHART’S Twisted Thursday w/ Phoenix

hideaway After Work Martini Madness jungle Club Night, Various DJ’s mixx Grown & Sexy Dance 10pm model t Saturday Night Live 9pm oscar’s 80’s Retro Vidz 8pm swinging richards T-Shirt Review, $10 tripp’s Afternoon Delights 4pm woof’s Atlanta’s Best Social Night 6pm

SATURDAY blake’s opens 1pm, Daring Divas 11pm BURKHART’S Extravaganza w/ Shavonna B. Brooks 11:30pm

club rush Dance Party cockpit DJ Diablo Rojo, guest VJ/DJ’s eagle DJ Dance Party felix’s Karaoke w/ Brett & Tyler 10pm friends Afternoon Party with D.J. Noon

11:30pm

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cockpit Dirty Boy Bingo w/ Ruby Redd eagle Karaoke w/ Mikey felix’s Karaoke w/ Brett & Tyler 10pm friends Girls Who Like Girls Meet Girls heretic 3 Legged Cowboy Night 9pm hideaway Service Industry Night jungle Cherry Pop Thursday! mixx The Toolbox 6pm model t Party-Time 9pm oscar’s Kickin It w/ Kyle 8pm phase one $3 Thurs Entry + drinks swinging richards 2-4-1 VIP & Entry tripp’s Spotlight Karaoke 9pm xcess ultra lounge Turnt Up Thursday woof’s Food Special, Country Music 7pm

heretic Varies: Club Night or 3 Legged

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By Joseph Brownell FOR THE ‘I’M TOO COOL FOR CHRISTMAS’ HIPSTER: Tracey Thorn: Tinsel and Lights (Merge Records) Perhaps best known as the sultry, rich vocalist from Everything but the Girl, Tracey Thorn releases her first holiday collection to critical acclaim. “I’ve always wanted to make a Christmas record,” Thorn shared. “They’re not all strictly Christmas songs, but if they mentioned winter or snow or even just being cold, that was good enough for me.”

Included in the set is a cover of Dolly Parton’s classic “Hard Candy Christmas”, The White Stripes’ “In the Cold, Cold Night” and two original holiday tracks. So grab a cup of cocoa and a blanket because this is one album you’ll listen to all winter long.

She & Him: A Very She & Him Christmas Actually released in 2011, She & Him, indie darlings Zooey Deschanel and M. Ward, crafted a simple Christmas album that is perfect for every indieleaning fan. The album tackles several classics including “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”, “Silver Bells” and “Baby, It’s Cold Outside”.

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FOR THE REALITY SHOW LOVER: CeeLo Green: CeeLo’s Magic Moment The ‘magic moments’ are few and far between but from the cover to song selection to guest stars, this holiday album represents CeeLo to his full psychedelic potential. He wrangles Voice co-star Christina Aguilera for “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” the Muppets for “All I Need is Love” and Straight No Chaser for “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch”.

Blake Shelton: Cheers, It’s Christmas CeeLo isn’t the only Voice judge looking to capitalize on his reality show exposure. Current reigning CMA Male Vocalist of the Year Blake Shelton throws his hat into the holiday ring with Cheers, It’s Christmas. Shelton teams up with wife Miranda Lambert on “Jingle Bell Rock”, Reba McEntire on “Oklahoma Christmas” and Kelly Clarkson on the amazing “There’s a New Kid in Town”. While Shelton covers the classics, he adds some originals on what is the better of the two albums from Voice judges.

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It’s been 35 years since they’ve recorded music together but nothing screams those masseur rumors are true more than teaming up with your Grease co-star for a cheesy collection of holiday songs. Ahem, Travolta.

Was it your idea to throw in Barbara Streisand for good measure? This holiday collection could quite possibly be the gayest carol collection you’ll hear all season long but sure to please fans of the duo.

FOR THE CHRISTMAS IN JULY-ER Colbie Callait: Christmas in the Sand For her 2012 Christmas album, pop singersongwriter Colbie Callait takes the holidays to Hawaii. Maybe not exactly but you’ll find her trademark California-infused feel good pop-rock vibe throughout the album. Featuring collaborations with Brad Paisley, Gavin DeGraw and Jason Reeves, Callait mixes holiday classics with original tunes. The result? A decent set to add to your holiday collection.

Backstreet’s back, alright . . . just in time for holiday cheer (and paychecks).

Christina Perri “Please Come Home for Christmas”- May not play this track for a thousand years but it’s a worth addition to your holiday playlist . . . especially if you’re lonely.

Train “Shake up Christmas” Train was probably put on the naughty list after their incessantly annoying “Drops of Jupiter” ruled the airwaves 10 years ago but their recent (surprising) comeback and this fun Christmas song puts them on the nice list this year.

Any Mariah Carey Track- The holidays wouldn’t be the same without Mariah. Whether it’s wholesome 2001 Mariah or naughty 2012 Mariah, just hearing those 5 octaves means it’s Christmas time.

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The unfortunate fact of the matter is that evangelical African-Americans are the most homophobic group of people in America; yet, we should be working together to diminish the social taboos still present concerning both groups. One minority group should not seek diminishment of another.

Without Bayard Rustin, Martin Luther King, Jr. would never have been the man he was, nor the civil rights icon he is today.

A forgotten aspect of the African American civil rights movement is the influence not only Bayard Rustin had, but gay people in general. We by and large, as a gay community, fought for racial equality, because we understood the struggle. Now that gay equality is at the forefront of social politics, the notion that the African-American community would be the most opposed to our own equality seems n the gay marriage debate, there’s long been a hypocritical, just as racism on the part of the gay divide between the African-American community community is equally as hypocritical (and believe and the LGBT community, ignorantly based on evangelism on the part of the African-American com- me, it happens far too often). The African-American and LGBT communities should be in support of, not munity. The fact of the matter, though, is that we’re opposed to, each other. fighting for the exact same civil rights the African American community fought for so prodigiously for 40 years ago.

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Throughout his career, he served as an advisor to A.J. Muste, A. Philip Randolph, and George Houser.

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SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21): If you really want to do something nice for your darling, housework is always appreciated. Showing off will just mess it up.

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SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 20): Your first ideas are likely to be extravagant and wasteful, but don’t let disillusionment stop you. Accept scarcity as a challenge to your creativity. At least you’ll never run out of ideas.

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CAPRICORN (December 21 – January 19): A beautifying regimen could cause your baby to wonder who you’re prettying-up for, or it could arouse envy among the other singles on the make. Focus on your health and your natural beauty will shine.

LEO (July 23 – August 22): Mirror, Mirror on the wall/ Vanity leads to a fall. You’ve nothing to prove. Those who don’t love you as you are don’t really matter. Those who do may seem demanding, but rise to the occasion.

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