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Angels Among us Pet rescue is throwing a Sunday Big Deck Party at Henry’s midtown tavern on April 27. Party with your furry pal from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. and raise money for leader Dog for the Blind. A $10 donation will get you a complimentary drink and an Angels Among us drink koozie.

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concert season is indeed here! Bruce Springsteen starts us oﬀ on April 26 at Aaron’s Amphitheatre at lakewood followed by Arcade fire’s reﬂector tour at the same venue on May 2. eric clapton visits chastain Park Amphitheatre on May 3 and Vampire Weekend graces the stage of the fox theatre on may 5. rock on!

Atlanta’s annual Hrc Gala Dinner and Auction is one of the largest gay fundraising events of the year. So don’t forget to send your tux to the cleaners for the black-tie dinner. the fun evening will take place on May 3 at the Hyatt regency Atlanta located downtown. tickets are available at hrcatlanta.org.

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Comfortable In Your Own

UNDERWEAR Mikkel Hyldebrandt, Fashion Director

You may recognize Chris Salvatore from the popular “Eating Out” movie franchise. He’s also a talented recording artist, a gorgeous model and the celebrity Grand Marshal at this year's New Orleans Pride. However, now the multi-talented artist can call himself an underwear designer as well. FENUXE caught up with hottie Chris Salvatore for a quick chat about his briefs. why Underwear? “There is something very sexy about men’s underwear. But we’ve all bought a pair of underwear online or in person, only to be disappointed when we put them on and realize they’re poor quality, and don’t feel or look as good as the pictures we saw. I started noticing how some of the underwear brands were leaning more and more toward trashy promotions and even softcore porn to sell product. It’s not necessarily about the actual garment anymore. I’m assuming that strategy distracts customers from the actual quality of the product they’re producing. I believe that there is a segment of the gay community that appreciates quality and comfort over the sex and sizzle. I wanted to see if I could speak to them with an underwear line of my own. I believe that you need to be comfortable both in your own skin, as well as the underwear you have on! If you’re comfortable, you’ll feel sexy and confident.” what's your favorite style of underwear? “You’re asking if I’m a boxers or briefs guy? I like both, obviously, but personally I’m a briefs guy.” what does your underwear say about you? “I think we all have different shades. Sometimes we may feel a bit randy and sassy so we wear the Randy Red Briefs. Other times we may feel more shy and innocent and would sport the Super Hero Blue Boxers. I don’t think clothes make the man, I believe the man makes the clothes. If you don’t feel comfortable, you won’t feel sexy. Period.” Get your own on chrissalvatoreunderwear.com 12 : April 24, 2014

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Lenox Square Mall

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With 1.5 million square feet of retail space, Lenox Square Mall is Atlanta’s premier shopping destination. The mall originally opened its doors on August 3, 1959 and looks incredibly different than it does today. Back then it was an open-air shopping center and featured a bowling alley, indoor golf driving range and a grocery store called Colonial Stores. Now you can find world-class upscale retail and anchor department stores including Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s Zara, Diesel, Ralph Lauren and Neiman Marcus.

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Bubbles Salon

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Out with the old and in with a new do at Bubbles Salon in the Ansley II Shopping Center on Monroe Drive. It’s easy to see why Atlanta loves Bubbles with their super convenient online booking and a wide range of services. Your hair is definitely in the care of skilled hands at Bubbles. A men’s haircut is only $20 and getting the grey out only costs $25. Is your stache in need of a trim? You can get a beard and mustache trim for only eight bucks.

Happy yelps from playing pups at Piedmont Bark explains why it’s a perennial Atlanta favorite. Dogs dig this canine hotspot and the groomers do great work. Your pooch may not find getting groomed to be their favorite outing, but Piedmont Bark goes above and beyond to make sure each pet is cared for and has a good experience. If you’re looking for doggie daycare or boarding (for that Memorial Day weekend trip coming up) they’ve also got you covered.

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Boy Next Door

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From the perfect bathing suit for the upcoming pool season to wicked cute graphic tees, you’ll find everything you need for the perfect outfit at Boy Next Door. Plus, they’ve got two convenient locations on Piedmont Avenue and at Ansley Mall. What’s best is that Boy Next Door has been supporting Atlanta’s gay community and keeping us fashionably clothed since 1980. Being named “Best of Atlanta” right before your 35th birthday that’s one fashionable legacy.

Intaglia

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With an unparalleled assortment of beautiful and affordable furniture, Intaglia Home Collection is Atlanta’s favorite spot to shop for new home furnishings. The store’s success stems from its design philosophy that aims to introduce customers to furniture they’ll love. It’s a simple philosophy, but it’s effective and has kept customers returning since it opened in 1999. If you need some advice on designing your dream home talk to their incredible designers JoJuana Davis and Bobby Krechnyak. FENUXE.COM : 15

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Best TV Show Filmed In GA

atlantapride.org

amctv.com/shows/the-walking-dead

Atlanta Pride

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Best Local TV News Program

11 Alive

11alive.com

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The news team at Channel 11 has been serving Atlanta since 1951, but they weren’t always WXIA 11 Alive. In fact, they were originally an ABC affiliate and the name 11 Alive didn’t come about until 1976. Today you’ll find Brenda Wood and DeMarco Morgan anchoring the news desk and keeping Atlantans well-informed. They’ve become increasingly more popular over the past few years while they “hold the powerful accountable.”

There’s no other event in Atlanta quite like Atlanta Pride. It’s a week-long celebration of our community and our great city that rivals the best Pride celebrations in the world. Every year the Atlanta Pride Committee continues to up the ante with a bigger and better event. Plus, our annual Pride Parade is one of the oldest in country. This year’s 44th annual Atlanta Pride Festival in Piedmont Park will take place on October 11 and 12. Best Gay Character On TV

Cameron Tucker

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When three families become one hilarity and heartbreak are sure to follow. “Modern Family” on ABC follows the Pritchett, Dunphy and Tucker families as they navigate life and extended family relations. However, it’s one character, Cameron Tucker, that has Atlantans falling in love and continually laughing week after week. Six different gay TV characters were nominated in this category, but Tucker garnered over 50 percent of the votes even with the crowded field. Keep it up, Cam!

Best Movie Theatre

Midtown Art Cinemas landmarktheatres.com

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The Walking Dead

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We asked which TV show filmed in Georgia was your favorite and “The Walking Dead” won by a country mile. It wasn’t even a contest because Rick, Carl and the always lovable Walkers blew the other shows out of the water. With this many fans no wonder the show is the undead belle of the TV ratings ball. And what’s not to love? There’s more zombiekilling action than you can shake a stick at and it takes place here in our neck of the woods. We only have one bone to pick with the show. There’s no way we can wait until next season to learn what is going to happen at Terminus! Best Music Festival

Music Midtown musicmidtown.com

Even with massive amounts of rain during last year’s Music Midtown, the festival proved that great music will keep Atlantans grooving in Piedmont Park no matter what. The two-day festival features a lineup that spans multiple stages and is always a well-organized and extremely fun event. Just don’t delay in getting your tickets because this major music event is always popular. The 2014 headliners haven’t been announced, however, FENUXE will feature all of the details when they’re released. Grab a cocktail from the bar and enjoy a flick at this great theatre on Monroe Drive in Atlanta. Midtown Art Cinemas has been bringing the movies to Atlanta since 1987 and they’re still pleasing audiences. It may not be as big as the mega theatres OTP, but don’t let its size fool you. In addition to all of the latest Hollywood blockbusters you can also catch a wide range of indie films on their eight screens. They’ve even got DLP digital projection and sound so your movie experience is crystal clear and pitch perfect.

Best Live Performance Group

Best Gay Chorus

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Sing For Your Life

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Featuring singers from all over the area, Sing For Your Life continues to wow Atlanta audiences with great music and an engaging live show. Contestants are grouped with show mentors Barry Brandon, JL Rodriguez and Michael Robinson to hone their craft and advance in the competition. Sing For Your Life Season 2 recently wrapped up and singer Christy Clark was named the winner. Look for her story in an upcoming issue of FENUXE Magazine.

Atlanta Gay Men's Chorus

The Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus is a beloved Atlanta institution and has been filling our lives with music for 33 seasons. If you’ve never experienced the joy of an AGMC show mark June 27 and 28 on your calendar. The guys are bringing us the best of Cher in their upcoming show “Cher Determination: You Better Sit Down, Kids!” and you don’t want to miss it. Keep singing, fellas!

Best Theatre

The Fox Theatre foxtheatre.org

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If you love a good show odds are you’re a regular at the Fox Theatre. The former movie palace features a beautiful Moorish design and seats 4,678 Atlantans in its large auditorium. The building is definitely one of the most interesting in Atlanta and an attraction in itself, but its the great variety of shows at the Fox that keep patrons coming back. In one season you can see everything from Eddie Izzard live onstage to Disney’s “The Lion King.”

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Best Weekly Event

The Other Show

15 After dominating Atlanta’s Dragnique competition two years ago, Edie Cheezbuger expanded her drag artistry with the creation of “The Other Show” at Jungle Atlanta. It’s an avant-garde, highlyconceptual show that has captivated Atlanta and attracted a fiercely loyal fan base. Ms. Cheezburger and the glamorous cast continue to push Atlanta drag higher, and we can’t wait to see what “The Other Show” will have in store for us next.

Best Concert Venue

Tabernacle

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The Tabby is a pretty wicked spot for concerts in Atlanta, but did you know it was originally a Baptist Tabernacle church? It didn’t turn into a performance venue until the Olympics came and developers turned it into a House of Blues. Dan Aykroyd, Jim Belushi and John Goodman, performing as The Blues Brothers, were first people to perform in the repurposed Atlanta landmark.

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Best Comedy Venue

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Best Neighborhood Bar

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S ome comedy lounges are more about a lcohol sales and food than stand-up. I f that’s your scene then this isn’t your comedy club. Laughing Skull Lounge brings t he best stand-up comedians (including Margaret Cho and lots of gay performers) to Midtown for side-splitting hilarious shows. If you can’t get your funny bone tickled here i t may have died. Think you could be the next great gay comedian? Try one of their 4 week intense comedy courses that ends with you doing two open mic nights. Best Bar For Bears

TEN Atlanta tenatlanta.com

A fter the votes were tallied it’s clear that A tlanta has several favorite hotspots f or dancing the night away. However, it w as TEN Atlanta who came out ahead b y five percentage points. TEN regularly throws great parties that start up after the restuarants transforms into a nightclub at 10 p.m. Another great thing about TEN Atlanta is their new menu. If you haven’t tried tried their new dishes you should definitely get a table this weekend. Just dance!

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0 2 T his category was a true horse race. Burkhart’s Pub, B lake’s on the Park and TEN Atlanta were neck and n eck until the very end. H owever, it was Burkhart’s Pub who ultimately received the most votes. With friendly bartenders, great food, topn otch drag entertainment, s tiff cocktails and a s pacious patio, Burkhart’s h as everything you could p ossibly want from your favorite neighborhood bar.

Best Place To Dance

For the past 27 years the Atlanta Eagle has been Georgia’s go to leather, Levi and bear b ar. From the Southern Bears’ monthly night to the Atlanta Bear Fest and weekend c ubcake nights, the Atlanta Eagle is the place for bears to see and be seen. Don’t miss Jockstrap Sister Twister night with the Atlanta Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence.

Best Overall Value

Burkhart's Pub burkharts.com

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Bu rkhart’s Pub literally ran away with the cr own in this category. They received nearly double the amount of votes as the runner-up and it’s easy to see why. There is never a cover charge and they’ve got an en tertaining event going on every night. Pl us, you can enjoy an entire evening at Burkhart’s Pub with dinner from their tasty menu followed by drinks and a show.

Best Sports Bar

Woofs

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2 2 20 : April 24, 2014

Wh ether you’re cheering on the Bulldogs or Braves, four out of every five FENUXE 50 voters said Woofs is the best place to catch the action. They have plenty of TVs so you can always keep up with the score an d lots of great guys to enjoy the game wi th. You can even get your own match go ing with a round of billiards if there aren’t any games on.

Best Bar Entertainment

Burkhart's Pub burkharts.com

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Every year FENUXE invites the community to vote for the best gay & gay friendly

Fr om the biggest names in drag en tertainment to Atlanta’s newest artists, Bu rkhart’s Pub continues to offer the be st bar entertainment in gay Atlanta. La st year we partied with Shangela and only a few weeks ago Raja was thrilling a pa cked house. That’s in addition to their incredible weekly shows which include the Armorettes, Ruby Redd, Phoenix, Destiny Br ooks, Justice Taylor, Monica Van Pelt and Darlene Majewski.

Urban Body Fitness urbanbodyfitness.com

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swingingrichards.com

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Ba nana hammocks, jockstraps and au na turale, oh my! Lose your inhibitions an d marvel at the incredible beefcake on display because Swinging Richards is gay At lanta’s favorite when it comes to adult entertainment. Get those bills ready cause th ere is always a gorgeous man on stage who will catch your eye.

If you think all gyms are the same you’ve ne ver experienced Urban Body Fitness in Midtown. From an extensive selection of cardio and strength training equipment to group classes and top-notch personal trainers, Urban Body Fitness has what you ne ed to meet your fitness goals. You can al so receive chiropractic care on-site and take advantage of their tanning options.

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Best Adult Entertainment

GLAAD

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In this category there were several nominees vying for the top spot with close vot e totals. However, it was GLAAD who narrowly edged out AID Atlanta and LostN-Found. GLAAD advocates for the LGBT com munity and works toward building sup port for equality. They’re also monitor new s and entertainment media outlets and respond when they fail to fairly and accurately depict our community. Keep up the great work!

Lost-N-Found Youth lost-n-found.org

7 2

All of this year’s nominated charities rec eived lots of votes, however, the race cam e down to Lost-N-Found Youth and AID Atlanta in the end. Both are wonderful org anizations, but there can only be one win ner. Many Atlantans learn about LostN-F ound Youth from their incredibly fun and successful “Big Gay Game Show” fun draiser at Jungle Atlanta, however, the org anization is beloved by our community for their work behind-the-scenes helping Atlanta’s homeless gay youth.

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Best Gay Rights Advocate

Best Gay Sports League

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Georgia Equality

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Wit h gay rights in Georgia taking center sta ge over the past few months (and hop efully more so in the future) Georgia Equality’s work has become more important tha n ever. In fact, Georgia Equality was ins trumental in preventing recent anti-gay “Re ligious Freedom” bills from passing in the Georgia House and Senate. They’re our Geo rgia gay rights advocates and they’re doing a great job. Kudos y’all!

Hotlanta Softball

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The Atlanta Rainbow Trout gave Hotlanta Sof tball League a run for its money, how ever, Hotlanta got the win on the last day with a final spike in votes. The league was founded in 1981 as a nonprofit and for the past 33 summers they’ve welcomed gay and straight players alike to suit up. Besides, who can resist guys in gym shorts and baseball pants? Best Local Art

Best Sports Team

Best Neighborhood

atlantabucksrugby.org

midtownatl.com

Atlanta Bucks

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“Th e Bucks appreciate the sup port we receive from our community and are exc ited to be recognized as bes t sports team! We are cur rently gearing up for our biggest fundraiser of the year - T he Purple Dress Run on May 10. Money raised will ben efit Lost-N-Found Youth and help send the Bucks dow n under to Sydney, Aus tralia to defend our title at the Biennial Bingham Cup Rug by Tournament,” team pre sident Jason Parris tells FENUXE.

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Midtown

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It c ame down to only a few votes and Midtown narrowly edged out East Atlanta for the win. Both neighborhoods are beautifully dive rse and offer lots of options to work, live and play. However, no other Atlanta neighborhood is as gay as Midtown. It’s got the corner of gay and gayer (Piedmont and 10th Street) where you can get a great meal from one of the tasty dining spots nearby and party the night away. Did we mention Piedmont Park? Midtown has it all. Best Medical Clinic

AbsoluteCARE

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Legendary Children

legendarychildrenatlanta.com

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The gay Southern artists behind Legendary Children Atlanta are on a mission to promote acce ptance of the LGBT community through art. They document and celebrate Atla nta’s young drag entertainers in their artistic works that range from performance art to photography, film, music and writing. The show was originally featured as part of Atla nta Celebrates Photography and later ran for two months at Gallery 1526.

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DEGREES & EDUCATION Bachelor of Arts in English – University of Kansas (2000) Master of Arts in International Studies – University of Kansas (2002) Juris Doctorate – Georgia State University (2009) AREAS OF EXPERTISE Ms. Klinke’s practice focuses on family and humanitarian immigration law. She has traveled to various USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, formerly “INS”) offices to assist married couples in helping the foreign-born spouse obtain a green card, including seve ral same-sex couples that were approved after the Supreme Court decision in Windsor. She has also presented at conferences arou nd the country regarding immigration options for victims of human trafficking, domestic violence, and other violent crimes. Ms. Klinke is active in the American Immigration Lawyers Association. She has held national and local leadership positions. For the past two years, she has served as Secretary for the non-profit Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network and is also a member of t he Cobb County Domestic Violence Task Force. In 2014, Ms. Klinke was named a Georgia “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers.

IMMIGRATION EQUALITY FOR ALL On June 26, 2013 the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) in the landmark Windsor case. Although Windsor was about estate taxes, there were over 1,000 federal benefits that DOMA precluded samesex couples from receiving. For immigration purposes, the impact of the Windsor decision cannot be overstated. There are two basic paths to obtaining lawful permanent residence (a “green card”) – through family relationships or through employment sponsorship. In marriage-based cases, the U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident files pape rwork with USCIS, asking that the foreign national be allowed to remain in the United States permanently. Until the demise of DOMA, married same-sex couples could not petition USCIS for immigration benefits, even if the marriage had taken place in a country or state that recognized the legality of their relationship. When the Windsor decision was announced, same-sex couples of mixed nationalities finally had the opportunity to apply for immigration benefits. This meant that couples living abroad could return to the United States together, that couples no longer had to find creative solutions through employment-based immigration to stay together, and that couples who had one partner living in the shadows due to a lack of immigration status finally had the ability to stabilize their status. They were free to live together, to obtain work authorization, and to become lawful permanent residents and eventual U.S. citizens. In o rder to apply for immigration benefits through marriage, the marriage has to be legally valid in the place it took place. Although Georgia does not recognize same-sex marriages, if a couple married in a state or country that does recognize the relationship, then they can still apply with USCIS for lawful permanent residence. Klinke Immigration has worked with many couples who live in Georgia, but married in other locations. Klinke Immigration has helped same-sex couples from around the country and around the world file for immigration benefits. They take great pride in helping all couples achieve their immigration dreams. They have handled cases from Atlanta to Boston to Indonesia. A year ago, these couples would have been told to wait. Well, wait no more! 28 : April 24, 2014

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Trial Lawyer - Personal Injury 1401 Peachtree Street, N.E. Suite 500 Atlanta, GA 30309 404.696.1284 | www.thefrylawfirm.com Randy@thefrylawfirm.com

DEGREES & EDUCATION Bachelors in Business Administration-Belmont UniversityNashville, TN Juris Doctor-John Marshall-Atlanta, GA AREAS OF EXPERTISE • Automobile Collisions • Tractor-Trailer Wrecks • Motorcycle Collisions • Slip/Fall • On-The-Job-Injuries • Wrongful Death • All Personal Injuries • Medical Bills • Lost Wages • Pain/Suffering

LITIGATOR TAKES ON INSURANCE COMPANIES I was fortunate to grow up as the son of a Dad who was a Naval Admiral, attorney, and owner of various businesses, and a Mom who was a music teacher and stay-at-home Mom. Always a very close family, my brother, sister and I watched my parents not just ‘talk the talk,’ but ‘walk the walk’ on a daily basis by helping people who were taken advantage of by others, or simply not as educated and blessed, as we were as a family. As my parents said many times by not just their words but by their actions, giving money to others can help change situations, which is good, but giving your time changes hearts, yours and theirs. My parents’ daily example inspired and excited me then, as it does today. Their influence was a huge force in my motivation to work toward the achiement of various goals as I grew to an adult. One of my goals was to become a Trial Attorney/Personal Injury. Through my profession, Through my profession, I often make a real difference in people’s lives when they are seriously hurt and affected through others’ wrong-doing. In 2011, after many years working with three outstanding law firms, I founded the Fry Law Firm. Surprisingly enough, many personal injury firms do not try cases in our courts. Although most claims do settle prior to a trial, the insurance companies know which firms do and do not try cases. We are known throughout Georgia that we do try cases in our courts when in the best interest of our clients. This makes a huge difference upon the resolution of a claim. I get to stand up in our courts and be our client’s voice, without fear or intimidation. For that, I am proud and humbled. When not practicing law, I'm passionate about running, lifting weights, any fitness-related activities, eating healthy stuff and travelling. My Dad and I have taken over ﬁfteen father/son trips, which is always an amazing experience. I'm a beach/ocean fanatic and plan to have a home on the beach one day. I also enjoy being active with my church, Buckhead Church, and have a blast working with various charities through-out the year, with a soft-spot for special needs adults and children, including playing Elf/Bodyguard for Santa at many events during the Christmas season. Last, I have a secret passion for lying in bed for hours on end on week-end mornings with coffee, glasses on, and reading for hours (I subscribe to over ten magazines from finance and fitness to politics and news).

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1250 East Hallandale Beach Blvd., Suite 508 Hallandale Beach FL, 33009 954.304.2243 | www.ckinsellalaw.com “The laws were against us for so long, now that US Immigration laws have changed, everyone needs to be educated and ready to take advantage.” – Immigration Attorney Caro Kinsella Caro was born and raised in Limerick, Ireland. She was educated in Ireland, the UK and inside the States. Attorney Kinsella’s law firm specializes in and exclusively practices US immigration law. The main office is located in Florida and their New York office will open later this year. Immigration law is Federal Law; therefore Attorney Kinsella can represent you no matter where you live in the US or abroad. Her office has already helped 14 same-sex couples from the Atlanta area achieve their immigration dreams of getting green cards. Last June, the U.S. Supreme Court found Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), to be an unconstitutional exercise of federal authority and a violation of the equal protection guarantee of the United States Constitution. Since this historic ruling Attorney Kinsella and her legal team have successfully assisted more than 100 LGBT families with their immigration matters. Attorney Kinsella’s team of LGBT Immigration experts are here to defend your Immigration rights, if you need assistance with your immigration matter call the Law Offices of Caro Kinsella at (954) 304- 2243.

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Best Dentist

Best Vision Care

chiphilldds.com

ansleyeyecare.com

Chip Hill, DDS

4 3 FENUXE 50 2014

You’ve got to keep those pearly whites in good health and dentist Chip Hill is helping Atlanta do that at his Peachtree Street practice. From teeth cleanings to root canals, dentist Chip Hill has the expertise and state-of-the-art technology to keep you comfortable and smiling. If you want to see some examples of his work check out the smile gallery on his website.

Every year

Best Pet Supply Store

FENUXE invites the

petsupermarket.com

community to vote for the best gay & gay friendly

Pet Supermarket

6 3

organizations in

Ansley Eye Care

5 3

Eyesight not what it used to be? It may be time to visit Dr. Reena Gupta and Dr. Blair Lamey at Ansley Eye Care in Midtown. They combine top-of-the-line eye care technology with all of the latest eyewear styles making this Atlanta’s best one stop shop for your eyes. If you’re located near Vinings check out their second location called Atlanta Eye Shop.

If you live or work in Midtown odds are you’re familiar with Pet Supermarket even if you don’t have a pet. They’re the guys at Ansley Mall who regularly feature pets available for adoption in front of their store. It’s almost impossible to drive through Ansley without seeing their cute snouts. Whether you’re looking for dog food, cat nip, tropical fish or play toys, you’ll find what you need at Pet Supermarket.

Atlanta. The results are in and we're proud to announce

Best Gay Dance Group

Best Veterinary Clinic

the 2014 FENUXE 50 -

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briarcliffanimal.com

the Best of Atlanta winners. 1-5 6 - 18 19 - 24 25 - 38 39 - 50

Fashion Events/Entertainment Nightlife Urban Culture X-Plore

Hotlanta Squares

7 3

Put on your cowboy boots and get to steppin’ cause Hotlanta Squares is Atlanta’s best gay dance group. The group brings Modern Western Square Dance to the LGBT community with classes and fun events throughout the year. Their next event, Dancing at the Hanger, will be at Briscoe Field at the Gwinnett County Airport on April 26 starting at 6 p.m. with a pot luck supper.

Briarcliff Animal Clinic

8 3

When your furry best friend needs medical attention you want to go to the best vet. Hands down Briarcliff Animal Clinic ran away in this race and got the overwhelming majority of the votes. For over 50 years their passion for pets, quality of care and affordable prices have earned them a loyal pack of patients. You can visit one of their three locations in Atlanta, Sandy Springs and College Park.

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Best Atlanta Attraction

Best Day Trip From Atlanta

georgiaaquarium.org

cityofhelen.org

Georgia Aquarium

9 3 FENUXE 50 2014

Who has the largest aquarium in the world? Atlanta, that’s who! Explore Georgia Aquarium’s exhibits that feature over 100,000 animals in over 10 million gallons of water. If you haven’t experienced the majesty and grace of the peaceful tiger shark floating just feet away from you we suggest heading to the attraction now. Coming in only a few votes behind the Georgia Aquarium was the Atlanta Botanical Garden. We don’t think you can go wrong either way.

Helen, GA

0 4

Pack the Griswold family into the station wagon and enjoy the best day trip from Atlanta to the charming Bavarian Alps replica town of Helen, Georgia. Stroll down its cobblestone alleys past old-world towers and architecture that will make Atlanta feel thousands of miles away. Don’t miss your chance to see the beautiful Anna Ruby Falls nearby as well. This is a perfect day trip, weekend getaway or fun date option.

Best Gay Outdoor Group

Wilderness Network of GA meetup.com/wildnetga

1 4

Best Car Service

Best Car Dealership

uber.com

mercedesofbuckhead.com

Uber

2 4 The Wilderness Network of Georgia is a group of great guys who enjoy taking outdoor trips all over America and sometimes even abroad. Members plan curated adventures based on their interests and other members can sign up for the trips they’d like to join. With over three hundred guys participating there are always lots of different trips going on that range from intense outdoor adventure to something more easy going like outdoor grilling.

Uber is providing Atlantans a new way to hire a car, and it’s clear from the FENUXE 50 voting results that the service is well-liked. It received over 80 percent of the votes in its category. And why not? The Uber app is very easy to use and UberX costs less than the dirty old cabs that are sketchy and unreliable. However, unlike traditional taxis Uber charges its customers more during peak demand times.

Mercedes-Benz Buckhead

3 4

Whether you’re looking for a new or used luxury car, Mercedes-Benz of Buckhead can help you find your dream car while providing unparalleled customer service. Getting your car serviced? Treat yourself to a fresh sandwich or salad from their Café Benz. You’ve got to try their great coffee! When a dealership starts off by saying your happiness if their guarantee it’s easy to see why Mercedes-Benz of Buckhead was voted the best of Atlanta.

Best Patio

Joe's on Juniper joesonjuniper.com

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What’s a warm Atlanta day without a few glorious hours with friends on the best patio in Atlanta at Joe’s on Juniper. From Sunday Funday to summer beer busts, Joe’s patio is always packed with gay guys and girls sipping delicious cocktails and noshing on tasty tavern fare. The patio is also dog-friendly so you can bring your sweetie, bestie and fido.

theGAGE Law Firm

Atlanta’s LGBT Lawyer

DUI Drug Possession Felonies Misdemeanors

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Best Restaurant For A First Date

Best Foodie Spot

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The Optimist

5 4 FENUXE 50 2014

There’s something special about The Optimist. Yes, the food is absolutely incredible and the staff members are warm and welcoming. But it’s something else. It’s the entire experience. Few restaurants excel at providing a stellar experience from start to finish, but these guys make it look easy. Visit this Howell Mill dining oasis and treat yourself to the seafood that is making other Atlanta restaurants step up their game.

Best Cocktail

10th & Piedmont

communitashospitality.com

7 4

If you’re looking for the best vodka list in Atlanta look no further. 10th & Piedmont has an impressive variety of vodkas and they work them into superb cocktails every day. If you’re looking for a refreshing cocktail to enjoy this spring on a warm day try the cherry blossom. It’s made with Breckenridge vodka, orchard cherry liqueur, angostura bitters and splashes of cranberry and orange juice.

DeKalb Farmers Market

6 4

Since 1977 Your Dekalb Farmers Market has been providing high quality food at competitive prices. It’s current building offers 140,000 sq. ft. of items from all over the world including products made fresh on-site. If you haven’t tried their handmade pasta you’re in for a treat. It’s located in Decatur and is certainly worth the drive. If you want to take the bus it’s super easy. Just catch the number 36 and it will take you all of the way there.

Best Brunch

Radial Cafe radial.us

8 4

Is it the yummy homemade ketchup or scrumptious sweet potato hash? Maybe it’s Radial’s commitment to farm-to-table dining and local ingredients. Whatever it is - it is delicious! Everything we’ve tried off the menu has been fantastic and their full bar makes brunch even better. Worried about a long wait on the weekends? You can call ahead and get on the list before you leave home.

Best BBQ

Fox Bros. BBQ foxbrosbbq.com/

9 4

Roll down your car window when you get close to Fox Bros. BBQ and follow the delicious smell of smoked and grilled meat. These brothers know how to work their meat, and their sauce is so good you can find it at stores all over Atlanta. From their super tasty smoked chicken salad sandwich to the tender pulled pork, you can’t go wrong with anything on the Fox Bros. menu.

Best Dog-Friendly Patio

Henry's

henrysatl.com

0 5 34 : April 24, 2014

Henry’s goes all out in making you and your dog feel welcome on their big patio. The restaurant is even named after the owner’s dog. Your furry friend will get their own water bowl and servers even walk around with treats saying hello. Add that to their delicious menu and refreshing cocktails and it’s easy to see why Henry’s Midtown Tavern is Atlanta’s favorite dogfriendly patio.

When you insist on only the best care for your furry family member Airport Park N Bark Pet Resort • Conviently located next to Atlanta’s Hartsﬁeld Jackson International Airport. • Open daily 6am to 10pm or any time by appointment. • Offering dog and cat lodging and dog daycare. • Vast array of unique & fun activities for your pet. • Discounts on airport parking.

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steppin’ WAY out!

Skip Friday traffic and join the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra for our happy hour concert series, first friday. Bars open @ 5pm. Concert starts @ 6:30pm featuring the music Neil Armstrong took to the moon —

Dvo˘rák’s “New World” Symphony

MAY Fri: 6:30pm Robert Spano, conductor

$25

for the concert (any seat in the house)

aso.org 404.733.5000 Woodruff Arts Center Box Office Make it a group! 404.733.4848

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JOINING HEARTS CHANGE OF SEASONS TEA DANCE 4.6.2014 • Loews Atlanta Hotel Joining Hearts welcomed the arrival of spring with its annual Change of Seasons Tea Dance at the Loews Atlanta Hotel.