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Atlanta is lucky to have more than one LGBT business networking group, and Metro Atlanta Association of Professionals is ready to show their stuff in the New Year. Meet and munch with MAAP members during their first happy hour of 2016.
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As a way of staving off a completely sedentary and overcaloried lifestyle, I do walk my dogs several times a day, and I try to cook at home more often. I mean come on, did Goldie Hawn’s character in “Death Becomes Her” really have it that bad; eating all that delicious frosting and petting all those cats? It’s absolutely true that cats are the devil and frosting is best served with yellow cake, but was she truly miserable? The real pain seemed to follow when she tried to compete with her diva rival and her shitty ex-husband. All shattered on the steps, just because she wanted to be young and thin and beautiful. I’d rather just focus my energies on being more uplifting towards stupid people, because it’s been proven to me time and time again that you can’t fix stupid. So, why not encourage them to be more stupid? Surely, someone somewhere will take them out before they do irreparable harm to society. Or better yet, and certainly more legal, perhaps someone with a God Complex will take their poor pitiful idiocy under their wings and improve them. Either way, it’s a win-win! I’m just not interested in helping.
New Year, More Lounging! This is the time of year when everyone is obsessed with starting over, and creating a new plan of attack, for all of those pesky bad habits that have developed over time. Or more closer to the truth, bad habits that have always been there with absolutely no hope in sight.
Now I know it seems harsh to harp on stupid people, but it’s an election year and our social media feeds are clogged with all the political antics that are responsible for adding stress to our New Year of resolutions. For instance, one silly wretch was compelled to embrace Carson as our next POTUS – on my Facebook! For those of you not keeping score, he’s the guy who wants all of our LGBT military personnel to be fired.
People use the ‘New Year, New Resolution’ idea to create Hilarious coming from a minority, right? Now, that’s some a new motivational tactic to maybe help shift a bad habit forward thinking! I can’t make this shit up. The comedy into a healthy one. And who can blame them? It’s the best writes itself. re-set button out there, and everyone is on board! That’s just one example of all the myriad problems that just stick with me during my day-to-day observances, and that Well to all of you I say, “Not interested!” totally counts toward messing with my good health. I love to eat, and more importantly, I love to sit on my fat, So, regardless of what your personal resolutions are – and middle-aged effeminate ass. It’s glorious. who you plan to vote for in the upcoming elections – it’s Diets stress me out, and working out makes me wish for ok to occasionally eat cheesecake. Because it sure makes death, so why bother?I’ll live longer? That’s nowhere near tolerating all the chaos in the world a little easier. a guarantee. I’ll catch a man? I’ve been married for over 20 years. He ain’t going nowhere. And who isn’t obsessed with cheesecake? I know I’m not alone in thinking this way, as I’m surrounded by a sea of lethargic and obese people everywhere I look. Don’t get me wrong, we all have great intentions for improving our overall health, but the amount of stress and anxiety caused by trying to completely change habits? It has to be an even bigger shock to your system. I’m sure a copy of Cosmo endorsed that theory at some point. 20 | 1.20.16
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GETFIT by Dustin Shrader
THE NEW YEAR BROUGHT OUT FITNESS RESOLUTIONS IN ABUNDANCE. AS YOUR GOALS RUN UP AGAINST THE FACT THAT YOU MIGHT NEED SOME HELP, THESE GAY AND GAY-FRIENDLY GYMS ARE HERE FOR YOU.
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Atlanta has a multitude of options that in-town gay men frequent, and choosing one can be as individual as you are. You may know about the biggest corporate stops on the road to your best body, and of course plenty of our guys love them. But there are also boutique-style and more personal spaces – many of them gay owned and all of them crawling with gay guys working that body – that may also help you personalize your experience. Are you a gym newbie? Crossfit competitor? Looking to make new friends? Check out which of the following gyms might be just the right fit for you.
URBAN BODY STUDIOS
Urban Body helps you become the master of your own Zen and balance. Urban’s facility offers motivating group classes, extensive selection of strength and cardio equipment not to mention the full service spa and salon all designed to make you the best you can be. Amsterdam Walk, 500 Amsterdam Ave. • 404-885-1499 • urbanbodystudios.com
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Gravitee members are men’s men. The jock of the bunch, you are die-hard about your fitness and reaching that ultimate physique. You can do it with Gravitee’s top-of-the-line amenities and knowledgeable, personable training staff. 2201 Faulkner Road • 404-486-0506 • graviteeatl.com 24 | 1.20.16
If you are all about a high level of client satisfaction, then Fitness 1440 is the facility for you. 1440 caters to all personalities from beginners to experienced gym rats. They focus on members having fun while molding that healthy lifestyle. Colony Square, 1197 Peachtree St. NE • 404-745-9309 • nfitness1440.com/atlanta
ANYTIME FITNESS
The Midtown location of Anytime Fitness features state-of-theart equipment and showers, but it’s the training staff and their cardio/Zumba classes that’s one of the main things to keep the boys coming back for more. Well that, and like the name implies, 24-hour access. It also has locations all over town if you’re not a Midtown ‘Mo. 1375 Peachtree St. NE • 404-963-5739 • anytimefitness.com
THE TRAINING ROOM
The Training Room is ideal for you gays looking to break the mold and go on a journey. At the Room your PT guides help train the entire body as a whole, using high-intensity functional exercises that build strength and burn fat. Not for the faint of heart, Training Room is intense and invigorating. 742 Ponce De Leon Place • thetrainingroomatl.com
FIT STUDIO
Fit is all about the one-on-one experience as well as tight community groups, whichever gets you the best results. Known for killer multi-discipline workouts and amazing personal trainers, Fit’s wide range of experts assure that you’ll find a program right for you. It’s no surprise they are one of the ATL’s favorite open secrets. 445 Plasamour Drive NE #2 • 678-705-5072 • fitstudioatlanta.com
ORANGE THEORY & TORQ CYCLE
Sometimes what you need is to open the body and mind to new things. Orange Theory, with other locations around town as well, and Torque Cycle are just the places to do it. For an alternative to the traditional drills, Orange’s “Orange Effect” provides more energy, toning, extra fat and calorie burning for up to 36 hours after a one-hour workout. Torq takes indoor cycling to a whole new level. Your glutes will never be the same. Orange Theory • 933 Peachtree St. NE #939A • 404-747-7107 • orangetheoryfitness.com Torq Cycle • 935 Marietta St. NW • 404-606-6931 • torqatl.com davidatlanta.com | 25
Feb. 6, 2016 | Midtown Bowl 1936 Piedmont Cir. N.E., Atlanta, GA 30324 Grab your tights, break out that cape, and put on your mask, because HRC needs the help of the heroes of Atlanta in the fight for full LGBT Equality. Join us for two hours of bowling, prizes, and the incredible sounds of DJ CANVAS. Dress as your favorite superhero and snag the Best Dressed award! This is a welcoming event open to anyone regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Ticket includes two hours of bowling and HRC membership or renewal. Wave 1 Registration: 12:00 p.m. | Bowling: 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Wave 2 Registration: 2:30 p.m. | Bowling: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Tickets: $25 Individual | $150 Team of 6 | $150 Lane Sponsor | $250 Lane Sponsor w/ Team of 6 We are proud to host Books for Keeps | www.booksforkeeps.org Imagine summer without a book to read. Please consider bringing gently used books to donate, so local kids have access to books during the summer. Receive a special gift from HRC to show our appreciation.
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RREAL TACOS RAISES THE BAR ON TACO JOINTS, AND THE ATL GAY BOYS CANNOT GET ENOUGH OF IT.
organic meats, veggies and various toppings. In addition to tacos, Rreal also offers salads, quesadillas and desserts like sweet fried plantains, candied fruits and veggies, as well as the delicious seasonal empanada dulce.
If you haven’t heard about Rreal Tacos yet, consider this your notice, and thank us later. Guests are welcome to enjoy the menu a la carte style, or you can opt for the $9.95 Rreal Tacos is a modern taqueria just special of two tacos, one side and one opened in Midtown on 6th Street at soda. Not a bad deal for such fresh cuisine Juniper. It’s owned and operated by in and among more gay boys than you can renowned former Spence chef Adrian shake a stick at. Villarreal, who combines his culinary training with his Monterrey, Mexico, RReal’s flavorful and thoughtful selections heritage to deliver an authentic spin on are only more enhanced by the eclectic, a classic dish. California motif of the décor. Villarreal’s order-at-the-counter eatery is self-described Who doesn’t love a damn good taco? as a mix of “lively and homely.” It’s a fitting description reinforced by the bright, iridesNobody, that’s who. cent blue wooden tabletops accompanied Rreal’s menu is simple at first glance, but it’s with orange and lime green chairs, the right ultimately filled with limitless, delectable pop of color for this hopping establishment. possibilities. Contingent upon local, seasonal ingredients, Villarreal serves up tacos The bar is adorned with ceramic tiles, like the ever-popular pork trompo and beef while vividly painted masked wrestlers barbacoa, savory pork carnitas, chicken a la look down with slightly menacing, yet Veracruz, whole grilled fish, and even fried protective expressions. avocado. And that’s jut the beginning. Excellent service and an extremely friendIf you are feeling froggy, take the plunge and ly, knowledgeable staff further drive create your own from the bountiful list of home the welcome-one-and-all vibe. 28 | 1.20.16
Villarreal’s hands-on ownership means he’s usually hard at work behind the counter, maintaining a genuine smile and leading a fun-filled atmosphere that makes for a dynamite customer experience. Full of energy ensconced with comfortability, one would be hard-pressed not to feel at home. Rreal tacos is a must try. Five stars all the way. Sidenote: Although Rreal is currently BYOB while waiting for liquor license approval, look forward to the chef’s fresh cocktails carefully handcrafted just like his tacos. Rreal Tacos • 100 6th Street NE • 404-458-5887 • rrealtacos.com
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The art of conversation
by Jeffery Silvey
During a time when presidential hopefuls promote xenophobia, a sense of openness is needed and chances to think and discuss are something that the Alliance understands very well. Although Disgraced has been performed in many cities and currently has over 50 productions scheduled, the Alliance is one of s Americans work to sort through this cycle’s crop of can- the first to schedule conversations around the stagings. didates in hopes of electing the next leader of the free world, fear over national security is the go-to topic, includ- “It’s a responsible way to produce this play,” El-Attar says. “It’s ing rhetoric against all Muslims. The situation has placed a catalyst for the conversation, and we need to continue to have the U.S. in an identity crisis, and that’s the jumping off point for this conversation safely.” Disgraced at the Alliance Theatre. In order to do just that, there will be conversations after each per“Fear doesn’t open us up to critical thinking,” says Suehyla El- formance of the show. The show runs straight through without Attar, the assistant director of the play, “but productions like an intermission for approximately 75 minutes. After the show, this do. This is a chance to think.” an intermission is followed by a conversation where audience members can engage in an open dialogue with the cast, crew and How does the accepting melting pot of the world cool into a dis- various inter faith organizations, including the 14th Street Masjid. criminatory isolationist nation? The question is explored in Ayad Akhtar’s Pulitzer Prize winning play. Opening at the Alliance Suehyla El-Attar and company strive to make sure that the conTheatre Jan. 27, Disgraced tells the story of Amir Kapoor, a first versations not feel didactic or forced. Instead, she hopes that generation Pakistani American. people can see and understand the identity crises in the play.
WHEN DISGRACED HITS THE ALLIANCE NEXT WEEK, IT BRINGS A MESSAGE RIPPED FROM THE HEADLINES TO CUT YOU TO THE CORE.
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He works as a lawyer, and although he was raised Muslim, he has neglected his heritage in order to progress professionally in post-9/11 America. Meanwhile, the very same heritage he abandons is the topic of exploration in his wife’s art. Over dinner with another married couple, the conversation turns to Muslim heritage, Islamic traditions, as well as race, stereotypes, terrorism, fear and religion.
“The characters are traveling through identity,” she says. “Some are settled and some are not, and you get to see what it looks like. The identity crisis that the main character Amir goes through is not due to him being raised as a Muslim. His identity crisis revolves around how he relates to his heritage as a first generation American, just as first generation Italian Americans experienced in the early 20th century.
To say the least, the conversation gets tense as a Muslim, a “It’s a universal story that is being told.” Jew, an African-American, and a WASP each shares a different perspective on growing topics of concern. The difficult discus- Disgraced runs Jan. 27 - Feb. 14 at Alliance Theatre. Call sion mirrors others happening all over the country. 404-733-5000, or visit alliancetheatre.org 34 | 1.20.16
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After that moment, he also took on the role of HIV/AIDS activist. He didn’t win his season, but he did win the debut season of Project Runway All Stars and Under the Gunn with Tim Gunn. His thriving fashion work includes apparel, accessories and jewelry. In addition to personal appearances and being the face of “I Design,” an HIV/ AIDS media campaign, Guerra is also a spokesperson for “Dining Out for Life,” the annual fundraiser in which restaurants donate proceeds against HIV/AIDS. Five years after permanently etching his place in the health history of gay men, Guerra talks about his past and future as an HIV-positive gay man. Tell us about your decision to disclose your HIV status on Project Runway. My revelation on Project Runway was life-changing. It came from fear and turned into a huge sense of responsibility. I walked out on that runway in such a mood, but two hours later I was like, “What are people going to say?” I was completely scared, so it wasn’t until four days before the episode aired that I told my parents. … “I know” was the first thing my mom told me, that motherly instinct I have always heard about. We talked some more, then my mom said, “I am proud of you.” That helped me to talk about HIV/AIDS more. Talk about the combination of your work and your advocacy. I’ve had the great opportunity to have a reality show competition pivot me into some visibility for my designs. It has been such a blessing to have a crossover between my creative work and my advocacy. Any collaboration that I do at this point must have some kind of way to give back. So I’m glad that part of the See Eyewear proceeds goes to amfAR, the Foundation for AIDS Research. It just makes sense to me to be able to do that for others. What’s next for you? I am working on a new show where I am allowed to communicate about HIV and my creative work. I’m not very sure on the direction of it, but it’s important for me to give inspiration and information to young people. 36 | 1.20.16
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10TH & PIEDMONT Half Price Happy Hour Menu 5-7pm BLAKE’S TGIF with Doug & Brent 3-9pm • “Deadly Vixens” Drag Show 11pm • Bill Berdeaux Spins Street Level BURKHART’S FEMME FATALE with Destiny Brooks and Justice Taylor at 11PM CLUB RUSH “Got Leche” Free entry until 11pm 18 & up - Open until 4am EAGLE DJ Dance Party FELIX’S Pour It On Me Rock Party w/DJ Darlene and our Sexy Shot Bois- 10pm FRIENDS Happy Time Friday Kelly & Ken 6 pm G’S Friday Night Dance Party with DJ Ryan Baker 10PM HERETIC PUMP featuring Atlanta’s hottest deejays - Occasional special events. No cover b4 11 HIDEAWAY $5 Smirnoff drinks & Martinis DJ Marc J. Cubs @10pm in back room JUNGLE The Other Show with Edie Cheezburger 9:30pm LIPS ATLANTA Glitz & Glamour Las Vegas Style MODEL T Texas Hold’em Poker 9pm MY SISTER’S ROOM Dance Party upstairs featuring Drag, DJs & Hosts OSCAR’S Music Video Night SWINGING RICHARDS T-Shirt Review,$10 TEN ATLANTA Music & Videos by DJ Daryl Cox 10pm
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10TH & PIEDMONT Bellini Brunch BLAKE’S Open at 1pm - Bloody Mary’s with Robin. Texas Hold em Poker Upstairs 2pm. High Energy with DJs Will Bryan & Bill Berdeaux. BURKHART’S Tossed Salad hosted by Brigitte Bidet - Music & Drinks 8pm - Showtime 9pm CLUB RUSH Hip Hop and R&B - 18 & up - Open until 4am FELIX’S Bloody Mary & Mimosa’s All Day FRIENDS DJ hosts Sunday Delights 2 pm-closing HIDEAWAY $3.50 wells the Armorettes @8:00 LIPS ATLANTA Gospel Brunch w/ Bubba D. Licious LAS MARGARITAS Papi’s $17.95 Unlimited Brunch & Choice of Mimosas, Sangrias, Bloody Maria’s, & Mojitos MODEL T Karaoke for a Cause 8pm MY SISTER’S ROOM Brunch 11:30am-4pm - T Dance Party featuring $3 Mimosas & $5 Bloody Marys TEN ATLANTA Brunch 11am & music by DJ Rob Reum inside and DJ Robert Ansley on the patio 4pm
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Hey, Daddy! A perfectly coifed Scandinavian blond was giving me the smiles and friendlies so hard that I was sure we were about to hook up. When I went in for a kiss, he freaked out, mumbled something in a heavy accent, and bolted. Where did I go wrong? -- Boy Lars Obviously Couldn’t Kiss & Dashed Dear BLOCK’D: There used to be a game show on MTV that asked contestants to determine whether random people were “Gay or European?” Sounds like your guy may have been the latter.
HEY,
Daddy!
It was a surprisingly difficult game, because Europeans often require less personal space, and their culture isn’t afraid of eye contact and touching between men. If you only rely solely on gaydar to seal the deal, you could run into this again. Move more slowly and communicate openly. I might add that it’s bullshit that he ran. While you might should slow your roll, Erik von Straightski should have taken the whole thing as a compliment. Hey, Daddy!
There’s a guy at our gym who swishes like a horse’s tail and dishes like a drag queen. He always coordinates his neon workout gear, and everyone thinks Hey, Daddy! he’s gayer than Mardi Gras. Well, he says he’s When I was a wee gayby, my sixth sense for pinpoint- straight. There’s no way we’re wrong, is there? Or is ing other gay guys was remarkably accurate. I would gaydar a myth? even surprise myself with how adept I was finding – Fooled Like A Most Extreme Rookie other boys to experiment with me sexually. As an adult, I’ve actually hit on straight guys and Dear FLAMER: missed cues from interested gay ones. I think my gayThere’s something to be said for gaydar, but you can’t (always) dar is broken. Can you help? tell who’s gay at the gym by belting out “Clang clang clang went the trolley” to see who screams “Ding ding ding went the bell!” --Randy And Desperate for A Remedy Dear RADAR: Gaydar is a tricky subject. On the one hand, it stereotypes gay men as identifiable by some presupposed looks and mannerisms. On the other, there’s no denying that many of us have it at a glance, even when the typical signs aren’t there. Call it the universe’s way of bringing us together.
The two issues most often mistaken for gaydar are stereotyping and wishful thinking. Assuming you don’t want to sleep with him, you’re probably stereotyping. There’s an undercurrent of internalized homophobia here that you might explore. Otherwise, let’s leave the categorizing of people who act outside gender norms to homophobes and Repuglicans.
If your gaydar pings and he says he isn’t gay, for your purposes When we’re young and experimenting, everyone can be he’s not gay. And let’s not even get into whether it’s any of “gay,” and our instincts aren’t jaded by hard knocks. Hone your business. your adult gaydar by scanning for body language hints, not hard-and-fast rules or assumptions.
Daddy
Think about your gaydar when it was in working order. The biggest sign isn’t dance music on his MP3 player. It’s most likely prolonged eye contact. Look for it along with a lingering smile, a hand on the shoulder, or laughs at even your bad jokes. 56 | 1.20.16
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fairyscopes ARIES (Mar. 20 – Apr. 19):
LIBRA (Sep. 23 – Oct. 22):
TAURUS (Apr. 20 – May 20):
SCORPIO (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21):
GEMINI (May 21- Jun. 20):
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 – Dec. 20):
CANCER (Jun. 21- Jul. 22):
CAPRICORN (Dec. 21 – Jan. 19):
LEO (Jul. 23 – Aug. 22):
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18):
VIRGO (Aug. 23 – Sep. 22):
PISCES (Feb. 19 – Mar. 19):
Aries rarely say one thing and do another. They usually do the wrong thing and don’t discuss it. Fight that continuous inner struggle this week and be willing to be vulnerable. The results of this bit of inner growth will have positive impact not only for this week, but for the future as well.
Stop psychoanalyzing your friends. You most likely don’t have any real experience with it. Instead turn that bull-head of yours around and look within. This week you will find strength of character yet weakness of soul. Find activities that enrich your soul and replenish that weakness.
Everyone loves a Gemini because everyone loves a schizophrenic. This week your duality is in full force pulling on the power of Uranus (I can’t make this up). While it’s fun to play both sides of the fence on some issues a decision in your romantic life will need to be decided upon.
People walk on you often. If you think someone is screwing you, you’re probably right this week. Look to your business associates for truth on these issues, your friends are most likely not going to be much help this week. It’s time to whip those claws out and show people how crabby you can be!
You may find yourself in an all out drag down fight with an Aries this week. These fights have been going on since the beginning of time between these signs. If your smart, you’ll try to subvert your opponent by plying that person with ample alcohol before continuing your argument.
Your continuing quest for cleanly perfection may go overboard this week. Maintaining friendships with “filthy disgusting troglodytes” as you would put it is just not in you this week. Take some space from these people as you will inevitably frustrate yourself, but also may simply ruin friendships altogether. 58 | 1.20.16
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You constantly worry about what other people think. If you really paid any attention, maybe people would like you more. Being such a malleable personality has it’s upside, but this week you will be faced by a situation that requires strength and resolve. Stop being so wishy-washy.
Your attempt to stir something up this week may blow up in your face. Take the stinger out of your sign and find a way to exist without being such a bully to your friends. They will appreciate you more if your not constantly forcing them to go to the bars that only you want to go to.
You would sooner sustain a crippling injury than do anything the easy way. This week is no different. You will find yourself with an easy problem and find the most difficult way to solve it. Why do you do this to yourself Sagittarius? Escape your modus operandi and learn a new problem solving method. I beg you.
This week you will be offered a great opportunity in your mind. Your friends may tell you it’s a waste of time, but you know better. Follow your instincts to fortune and glory. At the same time, stop being so tight-assed and nitpicky or you may find yourself alone at the top.
While it may not yet be the “age” of Aquarius, it certain is the week for Aquarius. Your desire to party may be very strong this week and you should act on that impulse for it will lead you to new and unexplored territory socially. This may be the week that you find yourself in a new social standing.
All your hard work will finally pay off this week, but not for you. Escape the daily grind and find yourself a new and interesting situation to find growth. Maybe it’s that bar you’ve never been to, but always wanted to go to. The possibility exists for you to meet a great love of your life, but that love may or may not be a person.
Bitch
S E S S I O N If you spout off in the Facebook forest and no one is there to like it, are you still a self-righteous blowhard?
Stupidity is not a crime, so you’re free to go. #haveaseat
Instead of running to the boss like a child, why don’t you come to me first like an adult.
That time I found out you hated our date on Instagram under a pic of the back of my head. It is great that you found a fetish that makes you happy, but telling everyone that you are a puppy and barking all the time is starting to drive people away. Is there a time when you act like a human anymore?
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Do you feel your little world closing in on you as you unfriend more and more of your acquaintances to accommodate your abuser?
I wish you’d taken your phone to the bathroom with you, so I didn’t see the text light up ‘Did you dump him yet?!’
You act so superior, yet you live in a crappy apartment, don’t have a car, and haven’t had a boyfriend in years. Bye.
I got trust issues because these Midtown queens got lying issues.
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