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AS EACH YEAR passes, we celebrate the coming of a new day and leave behind the past. We focus on things we should have done better and achievements that were not obtained. We set out to tackle a new list of goals and resolutions. Let’s shake things up. Perhaps in addition to celebrating the new year, we should also celebrate the previous year’s accomplishments and milestones.
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And boy do we have so much to celebrate! 2010 was quite the year for our community, and what a way to end it with the repeal of the archaic Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell policy. We received more press, touched on more issues, and made more change than ever before. We are so excited to continue this momentum into 2011. Fenuxe wishes you a very Happy New Year!
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Perhaps you’ve resolved to hit the gym with newfound discipline or decided to dedicate time and energy to a charitable organization. If a new car is in the works for you, this could also be the year to do the environment a favor by polluting far less – or not at all. A new crop of frugal, environmentally friendly cars has arrived, and they’re ready to transport you quickly and fashionably right past the gas station.
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Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid Gas/electric hybrid vehicles are hardly new. But they have yet to bring much sexy (or frisky) to the garage. Enter the Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid. Into the redesigned Cayenne, Porsche stuffed a supercharged V-6 from Audi, a real eight-speed automatic transmission (most other hybrids use annoying, buzzy CVTs), a trunk-mounted battery pack, and a seriously powerful electric motor. Feel like sprinting to 60 mph in less than seven seconds? Mash the accelerator and you’re off, both power sources giving their all. Prefer to save gas? Accelerate gently and the Cayenne’s engine doesn’t even come on until 30 mph or so. Every time you coast, the engine unobtrusively turns itself off. And just as smoothly, it comes to life when you need quicker acceleration or when the batteries are low on juice.
This new generation of Cayenne is an entirely different machine that walks like a sports car and cossets like a luxury sedan. We encourage you to shop around at Atlanta’s different Porsche dealerships. For more info, turn to page 26. Earth-Friendliness:Downright Respectable Style Index: Bad-Boy Bling
prod the throttle, rushing away from stoplights and passing cars on the highway with such ferocity that you’ll LOL every time. The 335d has another secret: 36 mpg on the highway, far better than other 3-series cars and other, slower competitors. One final secret: the “d” stands for diesel. Throw out what you thought you knew about diesel engines; this one’s smooth, quiet, smokefree, and wickedly fast.
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The rest of the vehicle is pure 3-series BMW. That’s to say it has a sublime combination At the BMW showroom, sitting quietly next to of style, luxury, and pure driving joy that’s an athletic 335i and a superhero M3, is the Clark been winning awards for decades. Kent of BMW’s 3-series line, the 335d. It’s packing a secret under the hood; far more torque Earth-Friendliness: Eyebrow-Raising than either of the models beside it. With 425 lb-ft Style Index: Athletic Elegance torque, the 335d accelerates right now when you
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Fisker Karma It’s electric (with a twist). It’s exclusive – just 7,500 are to be produced in 2011. It’s fast, with 60 mph arriving in less than six seconds, and it’s shockingly efficient, with a claimed 100 mpg for the first 50 miles of (electric only) driving. The styling? If you’ve seen anything this arresting save for an Aston Martin, please let us know. Underneath the Karma’s taut skin are two electric motors making a total just north of 400 horsepower and a staggering 981 lb-ft. torque. Charge this range-extended plug-in electric vehicle every night, drive it within the batteries’ capacity during the day, and you might never use a drop of gasoline. Classic Cadillac/Subaru/Fisker in Sandy Springs is one of 42 handpicked North American dealers. But with only 7,500 Karmas to go around, getting one in your driveway is about as likely as having
dinner with James Franco. Improbable, but well worth the effort. Earth-Friendliness: Remarkable Style Index: Breathless
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“Getting one in your driveway is about as likely as having dinner with James Franco. Improbable, but well worth the effort.”
Nissan Leaf The bug-eyed Nissan Leaf has made headlines as the world’s first practical, mass-produced, all-electric automobile. No gas stations, no oil changes – the only way to fill this car up is through a wall socket. The three vehicles above
may emit precious little emissions, but with zero emissions the Leaf takes grand prize. Despite its uber-green credentials, the Leaf is much more fun to drive than a Toyota Prius. The gutsy electric motor scoots off the line and accelerates well up to highway speeds. The brakes feel just right, the steering is light and accurate, and the comfortable, tech-filled interior interacts with the driver to wring the most range out of the batteries. Driven conservatively, the Leaf will travel somewhere around 80 miles before it needs a charge, giving it more than adequate range for many commuters who have a second car in the family for weekend sojourns. Earth-Friendliness: Ridiculous Style Index: Eco-Chic
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2011 Fashion THE REDEMPTION
As the closet
door closes on the fashion of 2010, we turn to a team of the city's trendsetters to review what went wrong and what to look out for in '11. They had no shortage of opinions. “Our boys still don't understand the importance of denim,” says Ben Boykin, a stylist at Bill Hallman. “An old pair of jeans can be just the thing to set off your new leather jacket, but not if they have embellished pockets or other obvious and dated trends of years ago.” The oft-maligned square toe shoe made E. Vincent Martinez's “don't” list. The director of Grady High School's Urban Couture fashion design program also put embroidered dress shirts and anything by Ed Hardy on the chopping block. David Gore, co-owner of Drew Lewis, had a laundry list of 2010's mistakes, including cargo shorts, rhinestones, sleeveless shirts, and especially deep V-neck tees. “V-neck tees are fine, just not deep V-neck tees where you can see your belly button almost,” he says. “I don't care how buff you are, you still look like you'd rather have a vagina.” Not that there's anything wrong with that. But the new year is about looking forward, starting with colors. Martinez likes lavenders and yellow-greens but sees mostly clean, quieter colors in our future – khaki, off-white, camels, grays, and blue grays.
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Chunkier sweaters and velvet blazers will rule winter says Gore. Boy Next Door owner David Boswell says to take the peacoat and run with it by going with a shawl collar. You can also maximize your fashion budget by opting for a car coat with a zip-out lining or hood. Functionality, functionality, functionality! As the weather warms up, look for a little more leg to show; Gore sees shorter shorts coming into style. Another spring/summer staple will be vintage-style polos reminiscent of the 70s and 80s. “That's from low-end to high-end designers,” says Gore. Vintage shades will top the 2011 accessories list, as well as bow ties. “Bow ties are a great look, but I'm a bit of a snob and hate pre-tied bow ties,” says Martinez. “A 'real' bow tie is sexier anyway!” Overall, the outlook is bright for fashion in 2011. “People are finally starting to feel a sense of relief with the economy and they're starting to spend again,” says Boy Next Door's Boswell. “They're cleaning out the closet and making a fresh start.” Images Courtesy Of Drew Lewis
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THE DRUNKEN UNICORN Nude New Year’s Eve 2011 with Le Sexoflex and La Chansons. $10 ADV/$15 DOS. 11PM.
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After choosing the
New Year’s party and outfit, nine times out of ten the champagne is the last thing on your mind. Ordinarily, you make your annual lastsecond run to Green’s for the typical $12 bottle of Korbel. It’s one of the few times a year you get to enjoy it, so change it up this year and pick the perfect champagne.
Here’s the breakdown: champagne started as a status symbol for European royalty dating back to at least the 5th century. The status has been almost as carefully cultivated over time as the grapes used to make it. The road to royalty for a night is shorter than you think. It helps to know that champagne is sparkling wine, but sparkling wine isn’t always champagne. “It can only be called Champagne if it comes from the region of Champagne which is located three hours to the northeast of Paris,” says Perrine Prieur, owner of Perrine’s Wine Shop at White Provision. Prieur is a highly regarded sommelier who grew up in the heart of the French wine region. Champagne will almost always be more expensive than sparkling wine, but that doesn’t mean it’s always better. Prieur recommends keeping an open mind when shopping for your bubbly. “It does not have to be Classic Champagne from the AOC Champagne [region] in France. There are tons of great sparkling wines from around the world,” she says. Cava, a Spanish variety, and Prosseco, an
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Italian brand familiar to you Bellini fans, are savory choices produced by wineries the world over. For the budget-conscious, Fenuxe recommends the Adriano Adami Prosecco for a light and fresh pleaser. Or if you want to stay in France try the Simonnet-Febvre Cremant de Bourgogne Brut Rose. Both of these delectable sparking wines can be had for less than $20 a bottle. If you’re stepping it up for your beau or boss, go higher-end with a Henri Giraud Code Noir Rose, a flexible, textured choice that’s tender on the palate. Or go more robust with a Henri Giraud Fut de Chene. They’re between $150 to $250 a bottle and worth every penny. The bottom line is, it’s not always all about the popular Dom. “Dom Perignon is still considered an elite brand, however today’s wine buyers are more knowledgeable and do their homework,” says Prieur. Now that you’ve done your own homework, start your new year off with a bang – or in this case a pop – and toast 2011 with only the best chilled choice.
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Atlanta’s Grammy takeover spread across multiple genres, from pop and R&B to rap and country. The Atlanta native looking to have the best Grammy night is a certain rapper/producer with a simple name who was a 2010 music staple.
Grammy nominee with unstoppable drive and creativity. Asked of rumors about her sexuality by Rolling Stone, she responded, “The lesbian community has tried to claim me, but I only date androids.” And the androsexual community rejoiced.
22-year-old B.o.B. nailed it right out of the gate with his debut single “Nothin’ on You.” It was followed by “Airplanes,” a passionate song with help from Paramore’s Hayley Williams that was heard blaring out car windows around Piedmont Park all summer. Both songs received Grammy nods, including Record of the Year for “Nothin’ on You.”
The 3-Legged Cowboy crowd must be happy with Atlanta’s country music representation on the Grammy nominee list. Atlanta's own Zac Brown Band stormed the charts and rightfully secured four nominations. Smash country trio Lady Antebellum has two UGA grads in their lineup and nabbed a whopping six nods. Alan Jackson, Patty Loveless, and Little Big Town rounded out the country dominance with a local flavor.
The most memorable Grammy moment might happen if a presenter yells out the name of Cee Lo’s out-of-nowhere hit – “F*ck You.” The Atlanta native’s Motownstyle infectious middle finger inspired scorned lovers everywhere, gay or straight. With three nominations including Song and Record of the Year, be ready for F-bombs dropping on Grammy night. Gay fave Janelle Monáe is a two-time
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Atlanta’s own are all over the rest of the nominee list, with Usher, Ludacris, Monica, Big Boi, T.I., Young Jeezy, India Arie, and Danger Mouse all up for the coveted award. You don't need to be from Atlanta to get nominated for a Grammy – but it sure as hell helps.
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show that trumps all the others – The Grammys. The year’s best and brightest are nominated and a select few will take home the coveted gramophone trophy on the music industry’s biggest night of the year. The names dominating this year’s Grammy nominees had an often familiar tie to each other – the city of Atlanta.
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The new year begins in Key West as it always does. Reserved. Understated. Oh, and a thousand people cheer on as a drag queen named Sushi is lowered down the front of a bar while sitting in an eight-foot-long ruby red high heel shoe. Yes, the gayest New Year’s celebration in the world happens in the beautiful, sun-drenched city of Key West. Take your pick of daily flights out of Atlanta for the two-hour trek touching down at Key West International Airport. The sparkling clear blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean provide the surfside entertainment as you make the short ride to your resort-inwaiting. The Reach Resort is gay-friendly and brought to you by a familiar name in luxury living – The Waldorf Astoria. Let the pampering begin as you gaze out from your private balcony down to the pristine sands of the island's only natural beach. 2011 is beginning just right.
Once the hunger sets in it's time to get out of the sun and satisfy your soul with the award-winning offerings from Michaels Restaurant. Start off with a selection from the mouthwatering martini menu then sample their delectable seafood items. Time to hit Key West's many bars and clubs for a grand gay time. If 801 Bourbon doesn't suit you then hit the dancefloor at Aqua. Cute bartenders, fresh drinks, and hot music make for a perfect night on the island. Recharge and refresh the next day because a gay historic trolley tour awaits you – yes, a gay historic trolley tour. The weekly trek takes you through gay Key West history in all its bedazzled glory. Finish off with a cocktail at the famous sunset celebration at Mallory Square.
The first stop is just a block from your room – Duval Street. The celebrated street runs from the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic and was the site of the longest rainbow flag unfurling ever. A walk down the treelined street brings to mind a lush, tropical version of Bourbon Street. In fact, the bar With its ample doses of delight, diversity, that Sushi drops out of on New Year's is and debauchery, the official philosophy called 801 Bourbon. of the city begins to make sense - “One Human Family.” There's no better place to kick off the new year with “family” than Key West.
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fresh start for the breakfast/brunch/lunch mainstay Radial Cafe and for new owner Frank Bragg. He plans to keep intact the core values previous owner Philip Palmer instituted when he opened in 1999 – community involvement, environmental awareness, and the use of fresh, local, sustainable food.
Bragg was already well known in the community thanks to his notable work as a gay activist and his job as managing partner at Einstein’s and later area manager of Metrotainment Cafes. So he comes ready with a wealth of knowledge of and a passion for the community. It seems like the perfect fit.
With a slight buzz settling in, it’s time to decide on a winner. Radial doesn’t overwhelm you with a million menu options. They do a select number of unique dishes – from buckwheat pancakes and vegan hash to a salmon scramble and biscuits with vegetarian gravy – and they do them all well.
You get a sustainable shot of energy when stepping foot inside the funky cafe located in an industrial complex off Dekalb Avenue. The bright colors, local art, and hypercool servers buzzing about are all a welcome break from the stale familiarity of the chains scattered around the city.
The red flannel turkey hash is a hit with a major protein kick to start the day. The hash is sauteed in a savory mix of red peppers, onions, and sage-roasted red potatoes, then topped with two fried eggs over easy. Add a little whole wheat toast on the side and you’re set.
If you come looking for a drink to take the edge off, you won’t find it at Radial. But there’s plenty of drinks to get your edge on in a good way. We recommend the bottomless cup of coffee. The fact that it’s organic and fair trade (i.e. the farmers are ensured a living wage) is good and all, but the sense-shaking aroma and bold flavor is what brings us back.
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Most of us take advantage of the new year to
make a fresh start, whether in our love lives, our health, or our overall attitudes about life. Some well-intentioned resolutions are broken before the New Year's Day brunch at Einstein's. Others are so misguided that they're doomed from the start. Such as...
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I'm going to start getting more involved in the communty by inserting myself in conflicts that have nothing to do with me.
I'm going to stop being bitter and put all my deepest thoughts down in a journal. A journal about my ex, Fatty McQuickshooter.
I'm going to start helping the lesbian community and do all I can to end women's suffrage.
I'm only going out three times a week, and limiting myself to five drinks a night.
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No more eating after 7:30. In the morning.
I'm going to stop talking behind other peoples' backs and start acting like an adult – by posting it on my Facebook wall.
I'm finally going to settle down, move out of the Gayborhood, and buy that condo way out in Buckhead.
I'm going to stop being so picky on my Adam4Adam profile and get rid of my “No Asians” rule. But so help me if you're femme...
Agendas // Business: 12/30-1/12 Thursday, 12/30 Buckhead Business Association, Anthony’s Restaurant, 7:30AM Friday, 12/31 Atlanta City Sales Club, Petite Auberge, 12PM Wednesday, 1/5 Metro Atlanta Chamber Member Orientation, Metro Atlanta Chamber, 10:15AM AGLCC Business Builder Luncheon, Carpe Diem – Decatur, 11:55AM Thursday, 1/6 Buckhead Business Association Breakfast, City Club of Buckhead, 7:30AM Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce – Johns Creek Alliance, Emory Johns Creek Hospital, 7:30AM Tuesday, 1/11 Metro Atlanta Chamber Small Business Growth Council Meeting, Metro Atlanta Chamber, 7:15AM Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce New Member Orientation, Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, 10AM AGLCC Business Builder Luncheon, Brio Tuscan Grille, 11:50AM AGLCC Business Builder Luncheon, Kirkwood Public House, 11:55AM Wednesday, 1/12 Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce North Fulton Alliance, Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, 7:30AM Metro Atlanta Chamber Leads to Business, Metro Atlanta Chamber, 8:30AM AGLCC Business Builder Luncheon, SOHO – Vinings, 11:30AM
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As champagne bottles popped all over the city, and the arrival of 2010 was cheered throughout Atlanta, the chasms within our own community continued to divide. We began the year remembering the fallout from the previous September’s Eagle raid, the collapse of Window Media and the death of the original Southern Voice and David, and the political aftermath from Atlanta’s mayoral election that pitted gays against gays in campaign battles. The drama continued as Labor Day approached and instead of embracing the diversity of our community, a debate heated up over the necessity of Black Gay Pride. This debate in turn sparked two other distinct disagreements about Pride in general - one over businesses not feeling sufficiently courted to be a part of Pride, and another over moving Pride back to June. Lost amid the clutter and frequent infighting was the cold, hard truth that we’re still taking shots across the board from bigots while snarling at each other about issues of varying importance.
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Gay Panic This past summer, Georgia's gubernatorial campaign reached a feverish pitch as Republican candidates fought hard to prove who hated “fags” more. Nathan Deal (the man taking office as our governor on January 10), released a campaign video during the GOP's July primary attacking fellow candidate Karen Handel for supporting gay partner benefits and gay adoption in her first campaign. During the August runoff against Handel, he hit back even harder with another campaign ad by mentioning her support of gay partner benefits again, then he threw YouthPride under the bus. “For others, the last straw is Karen Handel’s vote to give our tax dollars to Youth Pride, a group that promotes homosexuality among teenagers as young as 13,” the ominous male voice intoned. Our community waited with baited breath as formerly pro-gay Karen Handel took on Nathan Deal; however, in true political flip-flop fashion she too vehemently turned on the gays during her campaign.
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Yes, dialogue like this actually still exists between people all over the community. Dialogue stating that being gay is a choice. Dialogue displaying such an impressive level of ignorance someone thinks it's okay to say they won’t be associated with your business because you cater to a gay audience – thinking
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Youth Suicides & Bullying Gay youth as young as 11 have committed suicide in recent years after having endured relentless bullying at school. Losing just one young person because of bigotry and hate is one too many. Even more upsetting were some of the comments that were posted on the Fenuxe website when we wrote about the horrific suicides. The comments ranged from “All fags should commit suicide” and “All you sissies will end up burning in hell” to “Glad there is one less fag in the world.” None of our our youth should ever have to feel they can't continue living because they are gay. We as a community must be a shining example to let them know it is okay to be gay. It is something to celebrate, not hate within themselves. We must also band together to let the world know we are not
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What's The Big Picture? Some of the issues we faced in 2010 were relevant topics to debate; however, too often we took our eye off the ball and let internal community conflicts keep us from accomplishing the steps necessary to achieve true equality. Bickering over what month Pride should be celebrated is not as important as corporate discrimination. Petty gay media wars don't compare to politicians' bigotry and hate. Our own infighting and petty bickering slows our march toward equality and it needs to stop. Blaming each other and mindless mudslinging isn't going to get us anywhere. We are still a minority and even though we have won a battle recently with the Don't Ask, Don't Tell legislation, the real battle is for social acceptance and equality – something that comes only when we stand together as one. Right now, as this New Year dawns, we have the ability to decide our community's fate. Inevitably drama will occur in 2011 but we can decide how to address it. The only way we will see progress is to band together as a community – because unlike what some think, it is personal. FENUXE.COM
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Agendas // Cultural: 12/30-1/12 Thursday, 12/30 Rockola 2.0, Dad’s Garage, 8PM Friday, 12/31 The Holiday Shops (FINAL DAY), Atlantic Station, 10AM New Year’s Eve Shizzazzle, Dad’s Garage, 8PM It’s Snowing In Atlantic Station (FINAL NIGHT), Atlantic Station, 9PM Saturday, 1/1 Saturday Run with Front Runners Atlanta, John Howell Park, 8AM Sunday, 1/2½ Holidays in the Garden (FINAL DAY), Atlanta Botanical Garden, 9AM Chocolate: Seed to Sweet (FINAL DAY), Atlanta Botanical Garden, 9AM Titian & The Golden Age of Venetian Painting (FINAL DAY), The High Museum of Art, 10AM
“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” (FINAL DAY), The Balzer Theatre at Herren’s, 2PM Cirque du Soleil’s OVO (FINAL NIGHT), Atlantic Station, 5PM “The Santaland Diaries” (FINAL NIGHT), Horizon Theatre, 6PM Tuesday, 1/3 Intro to Drawing in Black and White, Atlanta Botanical Garden, 10AM (&6PM) Swimming & Water Polo with Atlanta Rainbow Trout, GA Tech Aquatic Center, 8PM Open Play with Hotlanta Volleyball Association, Agnes Scott College, 8PM Wednesday, 1/5 Winter Wonderland: Celebrations & Traditions Around the World (FINAL DAY), Fernbank Museum, 10AM
Thursday, 1/6 Counting Points: Resolutions Solutions, Cook’s Warehouse – Brookhaven, 7PM Start Your New Year with a Risk-A-Day with Laura Biering, Charis Books, 7:30PM “Tokens of Affection” (OPENING NIGHT), Georgia Ensemble Theatre and Conservatory, 8PM “Oklahoma!” (OPENING NIGHT), Cobb Energy Centre, 8PM Liszt & Brahms, Atlanta Symphony Hall, 8PM “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” Act3 Productions, 8PM Friday, 1/7 Exhibition Openings: Dana Schultz & Embodying, Atlanta Contemporary Art Center, 11AM Martinis & IMAX (2011 Season Launch), Fernbank Museum, 6:30PM
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Agendas // Cultural: 12/30-1/12 Film: Payback, The High Museum of Art, 8PM Scandal! Brain Dead, Dad’s Garage, 8PM “The Dead Guy” (OPENING NIGHT), Onstage Atlanta, 8PM Saturday, 1/8 Dali Till Dawn, The High Museum of Art, 10AM Exhibition Closings, The Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia, 10AM Artist Talk: Dana Schultz & Stephen Schofield, Atlanta Contemporary Art Center, 11AM Kim Edwards author lecture, Margaret Mitchell House, 7PM Film: Heiran, The High Museum of Art, 8PM Sunday, 1/9 WATER exhibition (FINAL DAY), Fernbank Museum, 12PM SOS Olde Christmas Storytelling Deja-Vu, Callanwolde Fine Arts
Festival, 4PM Creative is a Verb: An Evening with Patti Digh, Charis Books, 6PM
Edmund Morris author lecture, Atlanta History Center, 8PM
Monday, 1/10 Writing With Intent, Charis Books, 6:30PM Tuesday, 1/11 Garden Tour, Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1:30PM Cooking in Clay – The German Way!, Cook’s Warehouse – Midtown, 7PM Writing Real Colored Girls, Charis Books, 7:30PM Wednesday, 1/12 Wednesday Run with Front Runners Atlanta, John Howell Park, 6:30PM “The Stench Who Stank Up Christmas” (FINAL NIGHT), Agatha’s, 7:30PM “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” (OPENING NIGHT), The Fox Theatre, 7:30PM Open Mic Poetry Night, Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, 8PM
Saturday, 1/8 – Sunday, 1/9 Dali Till Dawn The High Museum of Art, 10AM The High is opening its doors for a 31-hour long sendoff to the twisted, surrealist master. Music, circus performances, and long mustaches will be in full force for this bold Dali adieu.
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Agendas // Fenuxe Night: 12/30-1/12 Thursday, 12/30 2 for 1 VIP Entry, Swinging Richards, 6:30PM Texas Hold’em Poker & the Shawnna Factor, Blake’s, 7PM Crazy Bitch Bingo, Las Margaritas, 7:30PM Ladies Night, LeBuzz, 8PM Open Mic Night, New Order, 8PM Trivia, Joe’s on Juniper, 8PM Midtown Comedy Show, Bellissima, 9PM Etcetera art & music showcase, Gilbert’s, 10PM Xplosive Thursdays, My Sisters Room, 10PM Azuca, The Heretic, 10PM Friday, 12/31 See “THE COUNTDOWN LOWDOWN” on page 14 for your New Year’s Eve nightlife lineup! Saturday, 1/1 Hot Mess Party, Mary’s, 9PM Twist Saturday w/ DJ Duck, Bellissima, 9PM DJ Eddie Baez, Jungle, 10PM Jealouse’s Daring Divas, Blake’s, 11PM
Saturday Night Fever, LeBuzz, 11PM Sunday, 1/2 The Armorettes, Blake’s, 8PM Mary Edith Pitts’ Sunday Spectacular, Burkhart’s, 9PM Famous T-Shirt Review, Swinging Richards, 12AM Monday, 1/3 Margarita Mondays, LeBuzz, 5PM Industry Night, Mary’s, 5PM Crazy Bitch Karaoke, Las Margaritas, 7:30PM Texas Hold ‘Em, Woofs, 7:30PM Dragamaki, Las Margaritas, 8PM Karaoke Idol, Burkhart’s, 9PM Stars of the Century, Jungle, 10PM Drag on the Edge, Blake’s, 11PM Tuesday, 1/4 No Cover Tuesdays, Swinging Richards, 6:30PM Texas Hold ‘Em Poker, Mixx, 7PM
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Agendas // Fenuxe Night: 12/30-1/12 Fashionistas, Burkhart’s, 11:30PM Friday, 1/7 Barry Brandon feat. Tim Essary, The Highland Ballroom, 9PM Dragnique, Jungle, 10PM DJ Lydia Prim, The Heretic, 10PM Kitty LeClaw’s Meow Mix, Blake’s, 11PM Fierce Friday, LeBuzz, 11PM The Mary Edith Pitts Show, Burkhart’s, 11:30PM Famous T-Shirt Review, Swinging Richards, 12AM Saturday, 1/8 Hot Mess! party, Mary’s, 9PM Twist Saturday with DJ Duck, Bellissima, 10PM Girl Kraze Saturdays, My Sisters Room, 10PM DJ Susan Morabito, Jungle, 10PM Jealouse’s Daring Divas, Blake’s, 11PM Saturday Night Fever, LeBuzz, 11PM The Mary Edith Pitts Show, Burkhart’s, 11:30PM
Sunday, 1/9 Grown & Sexy Sundays, Django, 7PM The Armorettes, Blake’s, 8PM Mary Edith Pitts’ Sunday Spectacular, Burkhart’s, 9PM Monday, 1/10 Texas Hold ‘Em, Woofs, 7:30PM Dragamaki, Las Margaritas, 8PM Karaoke Idol, Burkhart’s, 9:30PM Stars of the Century, Jungle, 10PM Drag on the Edge, Blake’s, 11PM Tuesday, 1/11 My Big Fat Gay Bingo, Frogs, 7PM Family Poker Night and Dancing, 3-Legged Cowboy, 7:30PM Show Tune Tuesday, Oscar’s, 8PM Retro Video Night, Mixx, 9PM Mary-oke, Mary’s, 9PM Karaoke: Eagle Style, The Eagle, 10PM
Wednesday, 1/12 Crazy Bitch Bingo, Joe’s, 8PM Wicked Wednesdays, Oscar’s, 8PM Honey Pot, Mary’s, 8PM Trivia, Woofs, 8PM Dress Code Party, The Heretic, 10PM Karaoke Idol w/ Shavonna D. Brooks, Burkhart’s, 11PM Rated R, Blake’s, 11PM
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CAPRICORN December 22 - January 19 This year is going to be filled with positive energies. Take your vitamins!
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Dear Mary, Looking back on 2010, it wasn’t all I thought it would be. My friends and family are happy and healthy so I can be thankful for that. But I went through a failed relationship. Also a promotion I was hoping for went to someone else. I’m trying to stay optimistic about 2011 but it’s hard keeping my head up sometimes. How have you stayed positive through tough times in the past? Signed, Looking Towards 2011 Dear LT, In thinking about this question, I convinced myself there was a lyric in “Auld Lang Syne” about our debtors forgiving us our debts and I thought I could maybe use this with my credit card company; turns out that’s actually in a prayer or something. So maybe you didn’t have the best year ever – so what? You get to start the clock over and try it again next year. Don’t beat yourself up, because we all deserve a break – even mimes. There will be more relationships and more promotion opportunities and maybe they’ll come this year, or maybe not. The important thing is you can look forward to them right now. Sometimes the “before” is the best part. You can imagine now what the promotion will be like, or you can pretend the relationship won’t need work to be perfect. Like my relationship with my milkman. I think I’m very guilty of looking at everything in life as something to be achieved, something to be finished, and I can’t be satisfied with myself until every little piece of my life is exactly where I think it should be—but that’s so self defeating, because it never will be. So I waste time thinking of all the ways I’m lacking instead of appreciating where I am, right at this moment, in this exact minute that I can never come back to again. Say it with me, friends: I have a choice in this moment to be happy or to be sad and critical, and I am going to be as happy as a twink at a chest-shaving competition. Happy New Year!
P.S. It’s 20-freaking-11, where is my robot maid?
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