FENUXE 7.12.2012 This past weekend I kissed Death... and I liked it. I jumped for the first
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time out of an airplane. (Check out the link and QR code at the bottom to see my video, which is SICK). It’s such an amazing feeling when you’re up there. Your life flashes through your mind, adrenaline flows through your veins, and you feel invincible when you touch down. Simply put, it’s the best experience of my entire life thus far. I loved it so much that I’m putting together a group to dive with me again. Hit me up if you would like to come with me: tyler@fenuxe.com
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Being face to face with your mortality also makes you realize just how important people are in your life–your family, your friends, and your loved ones. In our modern world we’ve become more and more “connected,” yet, we seem to also be losing more and more human interaction and the very things that makes life worth living.
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Since this is our technology issue I have a confession to make: I’m a total geek and nerd (I can’t wait to buy Civilization V and the new Halo) and I love techie-gadgety stuff just as much as the next dude, but, as cool as it is, don’t forget to find time to interact with people. Grab a beer with the fellas at your favorite spot, go to that family reunion your mom is bugging you about, spend some quality one-on-one time with the one who completes you, and live your life the way you want. Cherish the moments.
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G-Star Raw relieves my pant phobia
Journey Shannon Jenkins, Associate Writer, Lifestyle & Culture
Sometimes I’d rather hug Ann Coulter than shop for jeans, and I’d take a bullet before I’d touch that hateful shrew. Aside from searching for a parking spot at the Midtown Promenade Center, finding a perfectly fitting pair of jeans is a painfully frustrating experience for me. Thanks to the cheesesteak place near my house and a serious lack of willpower, I’ve packed on some pounds in the last year. If I had fat legs to match my behemoth butt, finding a good fit might not be so difficult. Maybe it’s time to consider kilts? However, I did recently try on a pair of unique jeans at G-Star Raw, a new concept store that recently opened
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as part of Standard at Lenox Square. The store manager, Farshad, made me try on the brand’s Arc jeans. “It’s the hottest look right now,” he told me. “It’s basically a denim pant with an exaggerated curve on the leg.” Despite my protests of being style-challenged and an ill model for trendy
clothing, Farshad ushered me into a dressing room and assured me I’d like the fit. And I did. The unusual cut of the jean, which resulted in a layered look on the legs, admittedly took some getting used to but the bottoms looked pretty damn good. “You see a design element from every angle with the Arc jean,” Farshad explained. “It has a baggy feel and sits great if you roll up the cuff.” Like many of the jeans at G-Star, the Arc is a threedimensional pant. “G-Star has done an amazing job creating what they consider 3-D denim,” Farshad said. “It’s a jean that has design from every angle. It’s not just two pieces of flat fabric sewn together. From a side view you have design concepts, and from the
back you have design elements.” Another trait of the clothing brand is its raw denim concept. Denim in its original form, Farshad said, comes in an unwashed and “unenzymed” fabric. “You wear this jean and let it take the shape of your body,” he said. “Let it wash naturally. Let it fade naturally. It gives it that organic wear. It’s personal.” I’m all about personalized jeans and “organic wear” but I don’t want any pants shaping to my blob of a body just yet. It’s time to lay off those cheesesteaks and suffer through some crunches. Don’t you worry, G-Star. I’ll be back soon. For details, visit G-Star.com
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Smiles Backpack in the Park offers help for needy kids
A young girl approaches a pile of new backpacks and hesitantly selects one. At first, she seems unsure if she’ll be able to keep it. Eventually, a bright smile spreads across her face and she refuses to take it off, even though it’s slightly too big and could topple her over at any second. In the five years Alison Hall has served as a For the Kid in All of Us board member, she’s observed this very experience more than once. Since 2006, the volunteer organization has provided backpacks full of school supplies to underprivileged children through Backpack in the Park. “It’s just a great feeling to witness pure happiness,” Alison said. “Every child deserves to start the school year fresh with a sense of pride and the tools necessary to be successful.” So far, the group has collected 7,100 backpacks filled with supplies and gift cards. More than 1,200 bags were donated last year, and Alison said For the Kid hopes to round up more than 1,500 during the July 28 event at Piedmont Park’s Greystone Pavillion. The theme for this year’s kid-friendly cocktail
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party is “summer camp.” Nostalgic camp food will be served, and DJ Vicki Powell will be spinning. The entry fee is one brand new backpack filled with school supplies or a $35 gift card. The bags will go to various beneficiary organizations, including AID Atlanta, CHRIS Kids and Jerusalem House. “We work with organizations that serve the needs of Georgia’s neediest children, and we provide something that may not be a priority when children have so many other needs like shelter and food and healthcare and safety,” Alison said. “Our beneficiary organizations are typically ones that provide many programs and services on very limited budgets. Each year we include an elementary school that has a high population of children on free or reduced lunch, a leading indicator of economic need.”
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NO ONE HAS EVER accused me of being kinky. Sure, I get downright dirty when talking the talk, but when it comes to “walking the walk” I’m practically crawling backwards. I’m not a complete prude but I’m definitely a member of the “vanilla” crowd. Ever since I was a child I’ve been painfully modest. I used to be embarrassed to buy deodorant for god’s sake. A high-priced therapist could probably pinpoint what triggered my issues expressing my sexuality, but why try to fix it? I’m an artist; I’m supposed to be tortured. But not tortured as in bondage. Just mentally. You know what I mean. With all that said, I’m going to tell you about sex toys. Yes, I know, it’s ironic. But just because I’m a sexual scaredy cat doesn’t mean I don’t know a good toy when I see one. Plus, I walked into Capulets/Brushtrokes Pleasures at 10:30 in the morning to browse through naughty-time gear, and I hadn’t even had breakfast yet. So cut me some slack! Anyway, I found two particularly interesting products at the Midtown adult store. The first gizmo to catch my eye was the Tenga Egg. You actually break open the shell and out pops an egg-shaped masturbation sleeve. The Tenga Egg comes in a variety of styles, with each offering its own individual internal texture. Just so you know, the little guy is intended for a single session, but could be used a few more times if handled and cleaned carefully. Next was the Electrosex Zeus Deluxe Digital Power Box, which includes adhesive pads and lead wires. It sounded like part of a car kit to me, but the cashier assured me it’s a popular item. Apparently it’s a “great toy for beginners” but possesses plenty of power for even the most intense user. The currents from this gadget reportedly don’t hurt, but rather stimulate the nerves and create a toe-curling sensation. After my trip to the local retailer, I discovered two other intriguing gadgets—the Autoblow Blowjob Machine and the CB-6000. The former is exactly what the name describes, and offers machines for average guys (the Blast), big guys (the Max), and small guys (Pico). I’m talking endowment size, fellas. And finally, the CB-6000 is a male chastity device from the company CB-X. Complete with a padlock, this doohickey allows you to lock up your man’s junk and keep the key. Ah, peace of mind.
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Philip Bonneau The Heroes + Villains Photographer
Long before he started photographing hunky men as superheroes, Philip Bonneau wanted to be a painter. He spent two years studying art history and technique at the Savannah College of Art and Design before he realized painting wasn’t his ideal career path. He switched over to graphic design, graduated and found a secure job. After years of retouching other people’s work, Philip decided his time would be better spent if he started photographing subjects himself. Now, Philip is working on his third installment of his ever popular Heroes + Villains series. Fenuxe managed to pull Philip away from his camera for a few moments to discuss his art form. Fenuxe: When did you get your first “real” camera? Philip: My father bought me a traditional camera for school when I was a starving art student. I got my first digital camera five years ago. It was a Canon Rebel. It was a beginner’s camera, but it served its 28 : JULY 12, 2012
purpose and my entire first show, “Beautiful Layered Lies,” was shot with it. I’ve upgrade since then, but I still have it. Fenuxe: What inspires you? Philip: I definitely have a fascination with pop and geek culture. I think we are more influenced by media
than most would like to think and I will often pull from things I loved when I was little and find a way to twist it to have a different meaning. I am heavily influenced by the Baroque period of art and Salvador Dali. Fenuxe: What attracted you to superheroes? Philip: My grandfather
jewelry and fashion to collaborate with me. It was a community that made this show possible and there is a real chance for others to shine as well. Those that I’ve been able to work with so far are really proving to be spectacular with seeing my ideas come to life.
introduced me to superheroes at a very early age and they stuck with me. When I started my Heroes + Villains, I just went with what felt right. I think superhero art—especially photography—has a hard time proving itself to a public as to having any meaning or social context. I like a challenge and I think superheroes are so
universally known that you can have these fictional characters really help present a message and spark conversation. Fenuxe: How’s your next project coming along? Philip: For Heroes + Villains No. 3 I have invited other local artists in the realm of metalworks, For more about Philip, visit Facebook.com/PhilipBonneau.
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Underwater cruises and moon vacations can’t be too far off in the future. With technology becoming so advanced, there seems to be no limit to what science can do. We’ve scoured the world in search of interesting travel technology, and we’ve only scratched the surface of what’s in store for advancements in the travel industry.
The Aria Resort and Casino in Las Vegas uses facial recognition software to keep track of guests, especially VIPs. If the hotel staff isn’t watching your every move, how will they usher you to the front of the line or find you an empty seat at a roulette table? AriaLasVegas.com
No one wants to experience an uncontrollable butt explosion while on vacation. Unfortunately water isn’t always safe to drink and that’s where the Journey SteriPen comes in handy. This nifty wand uses ultraviolet light to destroy viruses, bacteria and protozoa. We hope this product evolves into the JesusPen. You know where we’re going with that one. SteriPen.com
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Feast for the Five Senses Do (Dough): Musically Inspired Pizza for the Techie in You Dino Thompson-Sarmiento, Fenuxe Contributor
I had no idea what I was walking into when I arrived at Do restaurant (pronounced “dough”), but I sure am happy I went. The walls feature moving art with your preferred music videos playing all around you. You get to
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send music and video requests to the DJ from your iPhone or BlackBerry. That’s right … you are in control of what appears on the giant-sized screens. The contemporary sleek white decor accentuates the light show with hues of greens, pinks and gold
shimmering and dancing around you as you feast. My table for two had two comfy eight-foot white leather sofas on both sides and came equipped with an iPad so I could peruse the menu and cocktails. It was like shopping on
Amazon.com. The iPad also was our way to connect to the Do chat room with everyone else dining. This definitely makes it easy to find a new date if the one you are on isn’t working out. On a visit to the bathroom I found myself in front of elevator-looking doors. A quick press of a button and the doors rapidly slid open like in a Star Trek episode. Once inside, the doors zipped closed behind me and I was looking in to a reflection of me—not in a mirror but on another iPad mounted on the wall that was filming my image. I soon discovered that I could leave a photo of myself for the next occupants … ooooh this could be FUN!
vorful Bruschetta. The bar is fully stocked with your favorites, and the masterful dessert menu makes for a perfect end. Worry not if you feel like you won’t be pampered, the staff is Do’s best attribute. In addition to the handy iPad, a smiling
server is just a touch of button away to make sure your visit is perfect. Owners Christian and Nacasha Ruffin have made bold and out-of-the-box decisions to make this dining experience one you will come back to over and over and over again.
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You have an addiction. Don’t even try to deny it. Does the
thought of leaving your smartphone at home make you nervous? Does a stationary escalator piss you off? See? It’s OK. We’re all in the same auto-pilot boat. This is the age of technology, after all. We expect doors to slide open and toilets to self-flush. We want to check out all the profiles of hot guys within a ten-mile radius. So, we might as well celebrate our techy addiction. Here are our favorite gadgets and must-have technology.
Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Air If it looks like Stewie Griffin’s head, it must be cool. This wireless iPod speaker dock connects to your Wi-Fi network for a room-filling sound. Bowers-Wilkins.com $600
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1”
Who needs a boyfriend when you can love an innovative tablet? The Android’s Smart Remote turns the gadget into a universal smart remote, offers more than 450,000 apps, allows access to movies and TV shows from Google Play or Media Hub, and features Adobe Flash. Your ex couldn’t do all that. $400
Oster MyBlend Blender
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You have to fight traffic after work, hit the gym to work those biceps, flirt with Steve on the way to the shower, go to a benefit, stop by the club for a cocktail, check your messages on Scruff and go to bed. You may not have time to eat, but surely you can spare a few moments to make a quick smoothie or protein shake. The individual-sized blender doubles as a sport bottle. Just don’t forget to switch the blade for the lid! Oster.com • $30
Body Media Fit Core Armband
If you don’t have some type of device strapped to your arm during workouts, no one is going to think you’re serious about fitness. Honestly, have you ever seen an armband-clad hunk jogging down your street and thought, “He doesn’t mean that”? We tried out the Body Media Fit Core Armband, and we feel like health pros now. The intelligent band measures various components during a workout to track calorie burn, physical activity, steps taken, sleep duration and sleep efficiency. Paired with the online activity manager, this little gadget makes weight loss easy. BodyMedia.com
Brookstone Virtual Keyboard
Sure the hologram of Tupac turned heads but could you type on him? Nope. This compact keychain projects a virtual keyboard on any flat surface and connects with your smartphone, laptop or tablet. Brookstone.com • $100
Hercules HD Twist Webcam Doxie Go + Wi-Fi Just as colorful as a pride flag and Portable scanner nearly as flexible as that gymnast you once dated, this web cam adds some flavor to your virtual face time. Hercules.com $40
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The only bad thing about this hi-tech scanner is you can’t make photocopies of your butt. Trust us, we tried. But It does scan anywhere without the assistance of a computer and syncs wirelessly to a Mac, PC, iPhone, iPad or to the Cloud. Fancy, huh? GetDoxie.com $250
Eton Rukus Portable Sound System with Solar Panel
You can’t have a dance party on the beach without music. Lugging around a ton of equipment in the sand isn’t pretty. This solar-powered sound system solves all your music-related party problems. EtonCorp.com • $150
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You’ll be envied by all your fellow Gaga fans with these babies. The diva herself worked for months with Beats by Dr. Dre to create these in-ear headphones featuring gunmetal studs and a leathery cord. BeatsByDre.com $130
For some weird reason, the gays are into fitness. We can’t even begin to count all the hard, buff bodies we’ve seen strolling around Atlanta. But we certainly appreciate their tireless efforts to look good. So we just want to make sure those exercise nuts are taking care of themselves. This compact hydration system should do the trick. Whether they’re hiking or biking, this pack stores much-needed water and holds plenty of gear. We particularly like the pack in a bright marigold or imperial purple. CamelBak.com • $43
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Pure Soda Maker
Pssst. Keep this on the down-low. We don’t want any big name soda maker to put a hit on you, but you can make fresh, fizzy beverages at home. We inspected this clever product ourselves, and we’re drunk with the power of creating our own sodas. Plus, this sleek eco-friendly machine cuts down on wasted bottles and cans, and it doesn’t even use electricity. SodaStreamUSA.com • $130
Tria Beauty Hair Removal Laser
Bears, read no further! For all you guys who prefer a smooth body, this Jeston-esque gadget zaps away hair for permanent results in the comfort of your own home. Imagine those hairless chests, arms, legs … and a bear somewhere just fainted. We told you to stop reading this! TriaBeauty.com • $395 Staff Pick Shannon Jenkins
Ecoterra by Exogear
Perfect for any water-related activities, this waterproof boombox protects your smartphone and other personal items while providing your favorite tunes. Now you don’t have to worry about your clumsy friends ruining your things. Or you could just get new friends. ExoGear.com • $150
Water Powered Alarm Clock by Bedol
We were skeptical about its functionality when this cute clock arrived. A timepiece that runs on water? Let’s be serious! We filled it with H20 and, sure enough, it’s been perfectly accurate for a few weeks now. How does it work? Something about “metallic plates” allowing “ions” in the water to be turned into current that powers the clock. We just call it “magic.” The wondrous thingamajig comes in blueberry blue, kiwi green, tangerine orange, plum purple and smoke gray. $26
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Hammacher Schlemmer’s Motorized Monocyle
Practical? Probably not. Insanely cool? Yes! Straight from the Netherlands, this circular vehicle demands attention in the style of Batman or Men in Black. Hammacher.com • $13,000
TankBot
We know work can be a bit boring, but surfing adult sites is just too risky. It’s no Falcon star, but this tiny mobile gadget will provide a safe alternative to your entertainment woes. It navigates mazes, avoids obstacles and you control it with a variety of Apple products or an Android phone. Maybe you could attach a tiny camera to it and send it to the men’s bathroom. We’re not condoning that behavior. We’re just saying you “could” do that. MyDeskPets.com • $25
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MP3 DJ Doorbell by Swann
Gays have long embraced the art of individuality. We personalize everything, so why should our doorbells be any different. This wireless customizable music doorbell will play your favorite song every time a trick … uh, “guest”… comes a calling. Swann.com • $50
WiFi Connected Body Scale by Withings
If you’re really serious about losing weight, this scale is the bomb. It automatically records your body weight, lean and fat mass and calculated body mass index. All that data is instantly transmitted to your private webpage or iPhone app via Wi-Fi. Doesn’t that make getting toned and muscular a bit easier? Withings.com • $160
True Blood Headphones by V-MODA
Inspired by the homo-favorite HBO series, these headphones come in both in-ear and on-ear styles. The onear headphones offer customizable plates featuring images from Fangtasia, the Tru Blood beverage Japanese symbols or even your own blood type. We asked if the headphones came with Joe Manganiello but, alas, they do not. V-Moda.com • $99-$230
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Opena iPhone 4 Case
ChiliPad
What in gay hell is going on this summer? Our air conditioners are working harder than a drag queen for a crumpled dollar bill. Gurl, it’s just too damn hot. Slipping into a cool bed could help alleviate the heat (and some severe crankiness we might add). This mattress pad offers a cooling and heating temperature control system that will keep you cool all night long. ChiliTechnology.com • $400 (single)
For you serious drinkers out there, we recommend this clever iPhone case with a slide-out stainless steel bottle opener. Now you can open that hot guy’s beer and get his digits at the same time. Well, maybe not at the same time but one right after the other. No way you’re that coordinated. OpenACase.com • $40
Hair Shavers by Mangroomer
Plenty of guys love fur. But a crazy jungle of man hair can be a bit distracting. Tidy up with the Back Hair Shaver ($50) and the Private Hair Shaver ($40). Mangroomer.com
HELO TC Assault by Griffin Technology
How could a remote-controlled helicopter flown by your iPhone not excite you? Well, not having an iPhone might be an issue. But with your smartphone aside, you have to admit this airborne toy is pretty sweet. GriffinTechnology.com • $50
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great opportunity for me to showcase what I love to do, which is being creative and out-of-the-box. Shannon: Any regrets? Latrice: I wouldn’t change a thing. I was very happy with my outcome and how I placed. I was just glad I was able to represent and sustain and keep my integrity the whole time because it was very important I didn’t lose myself. I’m happy. Shannon: Viewers voted you Miss Congeniality. How did that feel? Latrice: That’s the most amazing thing! That was voted on by the fans. It just goes to show people really
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whole thing is really digging in and getting them to understand what they’re worth. They’re beautiful. That’s what I love the most. It does make a difference in these women’s lives. Shannon: How did “Drag Race” heal you? Latrice: I knew I had baggage. I’m very good at suppressing things. I wasn’t prepared for them to bring it all up. A lot of the girls had things that stirred up emotions and it was things I had suppressed. So through talking it out with them it helped me. I got a lot more out of the contest than I had expected.
If you’re not losing your mind and screaming and throwing me all your money then I’m not doing my job. are invested in you and really do love you. It made me feel good and it let me know I was doing something right. Shannon: Tell us about “Drag U.” Latrice: This is right up my alley—just helping people get through things. I have a lot of identifying moments with these women. The most important part for me is connecting with my “students.” The whole concept behind “Drag U” is about helping these women come to terms with their inner divas and realizing their self-worth. They kind of lost it with whatever trials they have been through. My
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Shannon: I hear you have some Atlanta ties. What’s that all about? Latrice: My brother and his family relocated to Atlanta. I went for a family wedding and I spent a week there. I fell in love with the city a little bit. If I decide to buy a home it might be in the South. It might be right there in Atlanta. I was loving it. Shannon: What did you like about Atlanta? Latrice: Obviously the Southern hospitality. Everybody is just sweet as sugar. It’s laid back. Not too pretentious. It was cool. I could get into that kind of vibe.
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JOINING HEARTS OFFICIAL KICKOFF PARTY HERETIC, MIDTOWN, 9PM
In anticipation of the giant pool party on July 21, the Heretic will throw the ultimate dance party with DJ Lydia Prim and DJ Joe Gauthreaux spinning some heart-pumping music.
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Amsterdam – Industry Night – 9PM Blakeʼs – Brain Freeze Trivia – 11PM Followed by Drag on the Edge Show Burkhartʼs – Blue Monday Karaoke – 11:30PM Cockpit – Happy Bear Cocktail Hour – 6-9PM Friends On Ponce – Bad Boy Brian opens – 2PM Jungle – Stars of the Century –11PM LeBuzz – Drag Star – 10PM Maryʼs – Industry Night – 5PM Model T – Wheel of ? with Elvis – 9PM Oscarʼs – Midtown Martini Club – 4PM | Service Industry Night – 9PM Sister Louisaʼs Church – Ping Pong Tournament – 8PM The Hideaway – Domestic Beer Special Trippʼs – Monday Night Madness – 9PM Woofs – Texas Holdʼem Poker – 7:30PM
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Blakeʼs – Lust and Bust Show – 11PM Burkhartʼs – Humpday Karaoke – 11:30PM Friends On Ponce – Team Trivia – 8PM Gilberts – Trivioke – 10PM Heretic – HUMP Dress Code Night – 10PM Joeʼs on Juniper – Crazy Bitch Bingo – 8PM Las Margaritas – Trivia – 7:30PM LeBuzz – Theme Nights – 9PM Maryʼs – The Honey Pot – 9PM
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Blakeʼs – Texas Holdʼem Poker – 7PM Blakeʼs – The Shawnna Factor Show – 11PM Burkhartʼs – Twisted Thursdays – 11:30PM Cowtippers – Movie Night – 8PM Friends On Ponce – Where Girls would like Girls meet Girls with Regina Simms – 8PM Gilberts – Wine Tasting – 6:30 – 9:30PM Heretic – 3 Legged Cowboy Line Dance Lessons – 8PM Joeʼs on Juniper – Trivia – 8PM Las Margaritas – Crazy Bitch Bingo – 7:30PM LeBuzz – Ladies Night – 11PM Maryʼs – Balls Out Thursdays Theme Night – 9PM MIXX – The Toolbox – 6PM | The Unexpected Cabaret – 11PM Model T – Wheel of ? with Michael – 9PM My Sisterʼs Room – Xplosion – 10PM Oscarʼs – Petey Party - 2PM – 8PM Tripps – Karaoke – 9PM Woofs – Country Music – 7PM
FRIDAY
Blakeʼs – Charlieʼs Angels Show with Charlie Brown – 11PM Burkhartʼs – The Fab Five – 11:30PM Friends On Ponce – Happy Time with Ken & Bad Boy Brian – 6PM Heretic – DJ Lydia Prim – 10PM LeBuzz – Divas Cabaret – 11PM Maryʼs – Boys Room – 5PM MIXX – End of the Week Party with Ron – 4PM | Grown & Sexy Dance – 10PM Model T – Free Friday Bagels – 10AM Oscarʼs – 80ʼs Retro Vidz – 8PM Trippʼs – Afternoon Delights – 4PM Woofs – TGIF Cocktail Night – 5PM
SATURDAY Blakeʼs – Open at 1PM. Non stop music & Video. Daring Divaʼs Show – 11PM Burkhartʼs – Extravaganza – 11:30PM Friends On Ponce – Afternoons with Bob! – 2PM LeBuzz – Divas Cabaret – 11PM Maryʼs – Hot Mess Dance Party – 9PM MIXX – Afternoon Grill-out – 4PM | Guest DJʼs Dance – 10PM Model T – Saturday Night Live with Michael – 9PM Oscarʼs – Total Request Videos – 8PM Trippʼs – Cook out – 3PM
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CULTURALPICKS NOW THROUGH AUGUST 4
BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS ONSTAGE ATLANTA, DECATUR, 8PM
The gay-friendly theater closes its 40th season with the musical comedy that was based on the true story of the Chicken Ranch. FRIDAY, JULY 13
COLE PORTER’S “HIGH SOCIETY” STAGE DOOR PLAYERS, DUNWOODY, 8PM
With music by the legendary gay songwriter, this play tells the story of a wealthy couple planning their daughter’s wedding and everyone else who threatens to ruin the big day.
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FRIDAY, JULY 13
SATURDAY, JULY 14
HORIZON THEATRE, LITTLE FIVE POINTS, 8PM
KAVARNA, DECATUR, 8PM
“SHEDDIN’”
Set in an Atlanta backyard, this raucous comedy tells the story of Walt and Ruthie as they throw a homecoming party for their son Trane, a rising hip hop star. Walt and his friends also plan to use Trane's success to recapture their own musical dreams. SATURDAY, JULY 14
FRISKY MONKEY AND FRIENDS
Join Frisky Monkey, Meredith MacDonald, Trey Hawkins and Guyton Maurice for an evening of genre-bending music. Cover is $5. SATURDAY, JULY 21
THE B-52'S
FOX THEATRE, MIDTOWN, 8PM
PRIDE NIGHT IMPROV EXTRAVAGANZA
The legendary party band from Athens hits the Fox stage to rock out in Atlanta.
This gay-friendly night features comedy duo GlitterBomb, followed by IMPROV! The Musical and the debut of its new format inspired by Disney princesses. Admission is $10 cash.
SUNDAY, JULY 22
RELAPSE THEATRE, 8-10PM
NICKI MINAJ
FOX THEATRE, MIDTOWN, 7:30PM
The wild and wacky Nicki Minaj brings her fresh music to Midtown for one unbelievable night.
COMMUNITYPICKS THE MONTH OF JULY
AGLCC BUSINESS BUILDER LUNCHEONS Mingle with other LGBT business people throughout the month at Hudson Grille Brookhaven (July 17, 11:55AM) and Marlow’s Northlake Doubletree Hotel (July 18, 11:30AM).
SUNDAY, JULY 15
MICHAEL ADAMS: A CELEBRATION OF LIFE MIXX, 5-7PM
Friends of the recently departed Michael Adams celebrate his life.
THURSDAY, JULY 12
HRC EVENT TO SUPPORT KEN BRITT’S CAMPAIGN FOR GEORGIA HOUSE 5 SEASONS, WEST MIDTOWN, 6-8PM
In preparation for the July 31 primary election, the Human Rights Campaign shows its support for District 56 candidate Ken Britt, an Atlanta gay activist. The suggested minimum donation is $25.
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Cindy Sherman (American, born 1954), Untitled Film Still #21, 1978, gelatin silver print, The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Horace W. Goldsmith Fund through Robert B. Menschel. © 2012 Cindy Sherman. Martin Parr (British, born 1952), Staff at the Silver Skillet Restaurant, 2011, inkjet print, High Museum of Art, Atlanta, commissioned with funds from Paul Hagedorn and Lucinda W. Bunnen and Robert L. Bunnen, 2012.28.4. © Martin Parr / Magnum Photos / Janet Borden, Inc.
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Holler Poodles, For those of you who would like to get out for an early evening of great entertainment, drinks and food, I’d like to invite you to my new show. Join me at Tacqueria Tsunami for what promises to be a hilarious evening of trivia every Monday at 7:30 p.m. Sign up your team to play and hold on to your seats for this adult-themed entertainment with moi! Dinner, drinks and drag, oh my! [Tacqueria Tsunami is located on Peachtree Street past Piedmont Hospital but before Peachtree Battle Shopping Center. Free parking is in the rear]. If you work late or you’re just a late-nighter, join me at 11 p.m. for Brain Freeze Trivia at Blake’s! I hope to see you! “Technology” is this week’s theme and I must admit, I’m a little bit of an Apple geek myself. I used to be all about Windows but with each successive release, I felt more dependent on others to fix my problems. My Apple addiction started with a simple iPod, then an iMac, then a MacBook Pro, then an iPhone, and now an iPad. For people like me who are creative but not necessarily technical, it has been the perfect marriage. I don’t care about how things work, I just want them to work (and look pretty). I remember when I bought my iMac; I was filled with excitement and trepidation. It was beautiful! I connected the cables and turned it on and with a few keystrokes, I was up and running. Then I thought “Oh sh*t, I’ve never used a Mac before!” But after a little tutoring from the Mac support website, I never looked back.
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The beauty of technology to me is the ability to consolidate massive amounts of data into smaller devices with ease and accessibility. My entire music collection (more than 1,000 CDs) fits on a hard drive. Calendars and contacts update over all devices. All of my music and photos can be streamed from the Cloud. Documents and data are only a couple of clicks away. Instead of wasting CDs, I can burn a playlist to a USB drive and carry it with me. All of these things help keep me organized, and I love it. I’m one of those people who function better when everything is organized. Before all of these devices became available, I was the geeky kid who would type all my contacts into the computer and keep a printed list of them in my day timer. We’ve come so far since then, and I for one am excited to see where we will go. Love and lashes,
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Capricorn
You have no clue what’s going on and December 22 to January 19 don’t care either way! Just hang out with your friends and enjoy the ride. Oh yeah, drink more water ... a lot more.
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When did you become a leader??? Don’t get January 20 to February 18 soft on me now! Enjoy your new-found power and take advantage; it isn’t going to last long.
PISCES
Stop listening to the guy at work; he just wants February 19 to March 20 your job! Also, don’t be so depressed; you need a mission in life. Have a martini and snap out of it.
ARIES
Get ready to be bitchy and fight. Be it your friends or March 21 to April 19 even with yourself. Don’t worry, you will get over it all soon. Have a glass of wine and wait for the mood to pass.
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You might be worrying about the people closest to you. April 20 to May 20 That’s OK. Just make sure you tell them what’s on your mind; you’re probably right. You’re in the mood for art lately, so go to a gallery, or hell, just paint it your damn self.
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OUTPHOTOS EVENING OF EQUALITY 6.22.12 • Twelve Hotel
Georgia Equality presented several leaders with awards for their invaluable service to Atlanta’s LGBT community.
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SHARON NEEDLES • 6.27.12 • Jungle The RuPaul’s Drag Race winner joined the cast of Fantasy Girls for a knock-’em-dead drag show. The ladies worked a packed house to raise money for Lost-N-Found Youth.
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DRINKS WITH GINNY • 6.23.12 • FROGS Debutante Virginia Bouvier-St. Cloud (AKA Scott Tucker) threw a beer bust to raise funds for the AID Atlanta Cotillion.
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