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Your Insider Guide to PRIDE Fenuxe answers your questions about what, where, who, and how Page 28

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Happy Pride Y’all! Let me start by saying that it is an honor to publish this magazine for you. Whether you’re reading this on the treadmill, out in the park, at the bars, or at home curled up next to the one you love, your support of our work within this incredible and diverse LGBT community is humbling and fills me with pride. I’m also extremely proud of my staff and all their hard work. Without a doubt, Fenuxe has the best team on earth! We’re grateful for the wonderful freedom we have as Americans to express our opinions and live our lives without the fear of persecution. Our community is in the middle of a long and bumpy race toward equality, and Pride creates an opportunity to look back at those who have fought for our community as well as look to the future with anticipation. Last, but not least, I take great pride in you – our amazing Fenuxe readers. It is because of your unending support that we are where we are today. I truly thank you from the bottom of my heart. I have to be honest with you – being gay hasn’t always been easy for me to accept. In fact, growing up in a conservative Southern Baptist home, I used to be repulsed by the feelings I had toward other men. I felt ashamed and dirty... and very alone. I was forced to go through gay conversion therapy with Exodus International. If you’re not familiar with Exodus, they are a Christian organization that seeks to “convert” homosexuals into heterosexuals. (It also happens to be an organization Chick-fil-A supports.) Needless to say, it didn’t work and I’m still a big ‘mo – but it taught me a very important lesson: Acceptance (and Pride) begins within me. It is in this spirit that I urge you to embrace yourself and others. When you visit the many upcoming Pride festivities, look around and take notice of the sheer number of people who have come to support you. We are a large and capable community and equality is within our reach. Never give up the fight and remember to focus on our brightening future. We love you Gay Atlanta, and we’re beaming with pride that you’ve loved us back over the past two and a half years! Now let’s get to Piedmont Park!

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P.S. We’re also currently accepting nominations for the FENUXE 50: the 50 most outstanding individuals of our community who will be honored at the 3rd Annual Ice Party on November 3, 2012. For more information, check out page 148.

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ften referred to as the “Gay Mecca of the South,” Atlanta is home to one of the largest and most vibrant gay populations in the United States. Our community includes some of the most influential gay figures in the nation – from musicians to drag queens and everything in between. Atlanta has a colorful past, and an even more colorful future. To those of you visiting this Pride season we at FENUXE Magazine would like to personally welcome you to the city. To our wonderful neighbors, friends, and family here in Atlanta: Thanks for giving us a reason to get up every day. Marked with the original eight colors of the Gay Pride flag; our guide is a concise, cohesive guide to everything you want to know about Atlanta and Pride. Whether your Pride celebration starts at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, braving the traffic on the interstate, or simply rolling out of bed and walking across the street – we wish you a happy Pride 2012.

ARE YOU LOOKING TO: TRANSPORTATION Page 30 (Follow The Rainbow) EATS Page 32 (Taste The Rainbow) LODGING + DOGS Page 34 (Occupy The Rainbow) Fold-out map Page 35 PLACES Page 39 (Under The Rainbow) EVENTS Page 46 (Flaunt The Rainbow) PARTIES Page 52 (Celebrate The Rainbow) “ALTERNATIVE ATTRACTIONS” Page 56

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transportation recommendations MARTA

Don’t let the bad rap from snobby Atlantans fool you: MARTA is actually super convenient. Cheap, reliable, and with Pride-accommodating hours and locations, you’re sure to arrive on time with the least amount of hassle possible. From the airport, follow the MARTA signs to the MARTA station (it’s near baggage claim). Buy a Breeze Card (they’ve replaced tokens) and for a meager $2.50, you’re on your way. Enjoy the scenery until you reach Midtown Station and boom! Welcome to Pride, baby.

Atlanta Checker Cab

www.atlantacheckercab.com (404) 351-1111 Go with what the locals have used faithfully since 1947. Atlanta Checker Cab’s highlyrecognizable, late-model vehicles comb every inch of the city at all hours. With security cameras, handicap accessible vans, and a fleet so modern it’s equipped with alternative fuel vehicles, you know you’re in good hands.

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Safe Ride

www.saferideamerica.org (404) 888 - 0887 For less than the price of a cab, Safe Ride will get you and your car home. If you know ahead of time that you’ll be needing a designated driver, schedule a chauffeur to escort you to and from your destination. Call them anytime between the hours of 6 p.m. - 4 a.m. to avoid all the repercussions of impaired driving.

Taxi Magic App:

Book taxis on your iPhone or Droid with a free app designed to get you from here to there in a few drunken keystrokes. Whether you’re planning ahead or freaking out at the last minute, Taxi Magic can accommodate. Register your credit card with their system and you’ll never reach for your wallet (or his, we should say). Impatient queens can follow their taxis on a live map, so they’ll know when to wrap up that “massage” session and get their asses outside.

A word on Atlanta traﬃc: It’s best to avoid the interstates in the morning from 8:00 - 10:30 and during the late afternoon from 4:00 - 7:00. We’ve got some notorious gridlock goin’ on.

ZipCar

zipcar.com/atlanta ZipCar is an innovative car-sharing system that’s easier than renting a car. Apply online at zipcar.com, and if your driving history checks out, you’re given access to a personal ZipCard that unlocks ZipCars all over the city. The car can’t be started without the card. Booking minutes or months in advance, you can search for cars by neighborhood, price, time, or model. When finished, drop the car off at a reserved location and lock up with the card. The details of your trip will be available to you online.

Parking Best Bets: Parking is a bitch in Atlanta — you were warned! With that, the SAGE parking deck, located next to Piedmont Park, has spaces for accessible parking for Pride. (Come early!) A decently-sized daily rate parking lot near Joeʼs on Juniper (1049 Juniper St. NE) ﬁlls up fast, as well. If youʼre lucky, you can score a spot on one of Midtownʼs side streets, but again: Donʼt count that as a given. The staff of FENUXE has seen its fair share of the dreaded windshield wiper wallet wringer.

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eats from delicious dives to fantastic fine dining, we have left no stone unturned to bring you a guide to the best bites in town. from our new favorites to classic haunts, this is a list of the best each neighborhood has to offer. Be sure to tell them fenuxe sent you.

miDtOWn Two Urban licks

820 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE | (404) 522-4622 With wood-fired meats, delicate fish, and a diverse menu of fiery American cooking, Two Urban Licks is among the most delicious and unique restaurants in the city. Be sure to check out the open kitchen and smoker on your way to the patio. Your cocktails and smoked salmon chips will be perfectly complimented by the view of the city skyline. $ $ $

Einstein’s

1077 Juniper St. NE | (404) 876-7925 This jewel is a Midtown Atlanta staple and combines a popular outdoor patio with a sophisticated bar and interior space. With a unique menu of Southern comfort classics, this restaurant will satisfy any appetite. $ $

loca luna

550-C Amsterdam Ave. NE | (404) 875-4494 This vibrant tapas restaurant has Latin flavor, live music, and delicious cocktails. Be sure to try their classic mojito – rum never tasted so good. $ $

Steel Restaurant & lounge

950 W. Peachtree St. NW | (404) 477-6111 Looking for brilliant bento boxes, ultra-fresh sashimi, and sizzling stir-fry? Try Steel: A great indochine restaurant just blocks from Piedmont with a broad menu and a contemporary Asian decor. $ $

Campagnolo

980 Piedmont Ave. NE | (404) 343-2446 This Italian eatery and wine bar has a classic Italian ambiance and great food. Their patio is also situated right on the corner of Gay and Gayer, (aka Piedmont and 10th). Shall we suggest outdoor seating? Also, check out their brunch! $ $

Escorpion

800 Peachtree St. NE | (678) 666-5198 This is the type of place that you’d see the Dos Equis beer guy telling tales of his adventures. With delicious Mexican fusion, great tequila slingers, and a wraparound patio, Escorpion is an excellent choice, day or night. $ $

One Midtown kitchen

559 Dutch Valley Rd. NE | (404) 892-4111 A hidden gem, this gourmet restaurant is almost inside Piedmont Park. With an incredible ambiance, delicious food, and fantastic service, One Midtown Kitchen is among Midtown’s best restaurants. $ $

MetroFresh

931 Monroe Dr. NE | (404) 724-0151 An urban oasis with affordable organic bites situated right across the street from Piedmont Park. Their menu changes regularly so there’s always a new treat to try. $

Joe’s on Juniper

1049 Juniper St. | (404) 875-6634 Your classic American (gay) pub with a packed patio and cruisy bar offering tasty tavern fare that goes perfect with all the alcohol you’ll be imbibing. Be sure to check out this fun restaurant during Pride. $

Zocalo

187 10th St. NE | (404) 249-7576 This open-air Mexican joint has been a part of the Atlanta gay scene for quite some time. With great crowds and tequila, who wouldn’t want to drop in and say “hola”? The parking lot is full every Sunday-Funday, making this spot the perfect place to cruise. $ $

Gilbert’s

219 10th St. NE | (404) 872-8012 Although they offer Mediterranean fare and all-youcan-eat brunches (for $11.95) Saturday and Sunday, this Midtown spot is best known for its bar and karaoke. Just a couple doors down from Blake’s – you can’t miss it. $ $

Après Diem

931 Monroe Dr. NE | (404) 872-3333 A popular “first date” space, Après Diem is a European style café, with outstanding pastries, a great wine selection, and excellent nibbles. Just a couple blocks from the park, this is a great place to take that nice boy you just met. (They also offer a great brunch for the morning after.) $ $ 32 : OCtOBer 4, 2012

HobNob

1551 Piedmont Ave. NE | (404) 968-2288 Like to put stuff in your mouth? Here’s the place to do it. This gayborhood tavern is among our newest watering holes. Delicious and creamy shakes, tasty bites, and a fun brunch. Don’t forget their great “Date Night Mondays”: Three–course dinner for two at $19.95 – a great follow up date after meeting your new paramour at Pride. $ $

The Fifth Ivory

794 Juniper St. | (404) 881-8302 This restaurant is in a cleverly renovated Victorian house nestled in the heart of Midtown. A lovely spot offering Southern cuisine, live piano entertainment, and a relaxing environment to enjoy a martini or brunch. $ $

Eats

600 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE | (404) 888-9149 An authentic Atlanta mainstay, this eatery is cheap and lip-smacking good. Be sure to check it out if you’re looking for a quick, cheap bite. $

Varasano’s

2171 Peachtree Rd. NE (404) 352-8216 A trendy pizzeria with authentic Italian ingredients, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy gourmet pizza pies. Socialites hang here and drop in on the weekends for bottomless mimosas with brunch for $9.95. $ $

little 5 POints The Vortex

438 Moreland Ave. NE | (404) 688-1828 This raw, crude, and crazy bar is nothing but delicious, greasy fun. As noted on their menu, if you’re a bitch they’ll kick you out. With great burgers, tatted staff, and strong drinks this is a wonderful restaurant unique to Atlanta. $

F.R.O.G.S. Cantina

931 Monroe Cir. NE | (404) 607-9967 Tex Mex. Tacos. Friends… and margaritas. All right across the street from the park. Drop in and hang out at this colorful establishment, sip on a drink, and enjoy the sun. $

east atlanta The Earl

488 Flat Shoals Ave. SE | (404) 522-3950 A fun alternative pub in EATL with a great black bean burger, sweet potato fries, and boiled peanuts with beer. $

The Glenwood

1263 Glenwood Ave. SE | (404) 748-1984 A great gastro-pub in the East Atlanta Village, the Glenwood is sure to please with tasty food, extensive beer and wine lists, games, TVs and more. $

The Graveyard

1245 Glenwood Ave. SE | (404) 622-8686 A Sunny Place for Shady People: This incredible bar in East Atlanta has it all – from lobster & shrimp queso to buffalo wings. Take a moment and try some of their great food. $

BuCKHeaD Bistro Niko

3344 Peachtree Rd. | (404) 261-6456 Parisian excellence at its best. This modern French restaurant is simple, delicious, and romantic.

CaBBaGetOWn Agave

242 Boulevard SE | (404) 588-0006 An eclectic Southwestern eatery and tequila bar, and a particular favorite of the FENUXE staff and Atlanta community; Agave’s delicious food, incredible staff, and amazing tequila selection will blow you away. $ $

Serpas

659 Auburn Ave. NE | (404) 688-0040 Handcrafted, delicious cuisine with a trendy loftinspired interior and an excellent selection of diverse foods from the original chef of Two Urban Licks. Be sure to check out this great spot if you have a hankering for some unique food. $ $ $

marietta Shillings on the Square

19 N. Park Sq. NE | (770) 428-9520 This historic building with hardwood, a great grill, and stained glass is a classy spot to have a bite and a pint. $ $

Vatica

1475 Terrell Mill Rd. | (770) 955-3740 Indian cuisine with vegetarian options that satisfy. Check out this authentic restaurant on your way to LeBuzz! $ * Each $ = $10

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lodging The Artmore Hotel $129

1302 W. Peachtree St. NW www.artmorehotel.com Spanish Mediterranean-inspired architecture dominates the feel of this gorgeous Midtown hotel. Complete with a cocktail bar and lounge, The Artmore’s location in the middle of our city’s Cultural Arts District makes for a unique place to wind down before hitting the hay-girl-hay.

W Atlanta $265

188 14th St. NE | www.watlanta.com Decked out with a full gym, an outdoor pool, and Spice Market, a Southeast Asian themed restaurant and cocktail bar -W Atlanta is a luxurious way to pretty much guarantee you’ll seal the deal with that twink you met at the Youth Pride tent.

loew’s $199

1065 Peachtree St. NE www.loewshotels.com/Atlanta-Hotel Multiple on-site dining spots, live music, and a 24-hour concierge are a few of the amenities that make Loew’s a desirable venue for Pride weekend. Their luxurious spa includes a wide range of services, like facials and acupuncture, to provide the much-needed upkeep for your long weekend. Award-winning yoga and spin classes aren’t the only thing guaranteed to make you sweat. Spacious rooms with oversized desks (you naughty thing, whaddya need that for?) and floor-to-ceiling windows mean you’ll probably leave your date sore for the next three days.

Meliã $119

590 W. Peachtree St. NW | www.meliaatlanta.com Convenient to MARTA and straddling Midtown and Downtown Atlanta, Meliã’s suites make for gaspworthy views of the Atlanta skyline. Plus, our city’s finest eateries are just a stone’s throw away, in case you work up a fierce appetite from all that … watching tv.

Stonehurst Place Bed & Breakfast $159+

923 Piedmont Ave. NE| www.stonehurstplace.com Appeal to your inner class (for once) at this elegant bed & breakfast with suites that could’ve been plucked from a movie still. If you’re looking for a slower pace, opt for a relaxed bed & breakfast to woo the pressed Dolce trousers off that dapper gentleman.

Atlanta International Hostel $26.95

223 Ponce De Leon Avenue Northeast www.atlantainternationalhostel.com/ On a budget? Atlanta’s über-affordable hostel is all the comfort you desire without the wallet-crushing expense. You can opt for a bunkbed in a dormstyle room or reserve a private room. Guests share a common kitchen, a community TV room, and a pool table for a jaw-dropping $26.95 a night. While we’re on the subject of jaw dropping, you might want to opt for a private room if you’re “looking.”

Where to Board Your Bark Piedmont Bark

501 Amsterdam Ave | Atlanta, GA 30306 (404) 873-5400 | piedmontbark.com Let Fido get crazy while you’re away at this canine heaven on earth. An indoor park where the dogs can romp for hours on end provides the perfect guilt-dissolver for neglectful parents. (We’re kidding — you’re the best.) The animal-crazy staff are committed to giving your pet the love and constant attention you don’t. The daily agenda includes naps, feeding time, water, potty breaks, and play play play — otherwise known as “all the reasons you regret getting a dog.” (We’re teasing, oh my gosh!)

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Airport Park’N Bark

3872 College St. | College Park, GA 30337 (678) 278 - 0137 | airportparknbark.com Rover’s jet-lagged, isn’t he? Not to worry: Park’N Bark’s got his back. Located minutes from the airport, securing lodging for the little guy shouldn’t take up too much of your precious, precious time. Dealing with the luggage under your eyes after all eight cocktails on that three-hour flight? Completely different story.

The Pet Set

976 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta, GA 30309 Everyone knows Foofy has better manners than you, which is why she’ll ace that quick interview with The Pet Set. After all her exhaustive playdates, their award-winning pet groomers will have her washed and styled to the hilt, upstaging you in the looks and hygiene department. Located near plenty of restaurants and boutiques, The Pet Set lets you get some shopping in while your furry BFF gets the royal treatment.

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Bars & CluBs Amsterdam

502-A Amsterdam Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 This huge gay video bar has it all – as well as an awesome space to dance, huge patio, and city skyline view. Situated right on the park, this is an excellent spot to party the night away.

Atlanta Eagle

306 Ponce de Leon Ave., Atlanta, GA 30308 If sitting around talking about the leather makes your teeth sweat, we know the perfect place — sweat, tanned hide, and sex are the focal points for this established Midtown nightclub. It makes finding a ripped bear to spend the evening with a simple mission. Didn’t pack your gear? No worries — an on-site sex and leather shop will help you complete the bear naked look.

Blake’s on the Park

227 10th St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 Probably the best-known Atlanta gay bar; Blake’s is one of those places you’ll always hear someone is going to. With their convenient location across from the park at the corner of Gay and Gayer, be sure to pop in here.

Bulldog’s

893 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 Open since 1978, this bar is notorious for its predominately Urban clientele. All races welcome – and if you’ve got a chocolate addiction, dive in!

Burkhart’s

1492 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta GA 30324 It’s like Cheers for gays: With all ages, billards, a huge outdoor space, and numerous nooks and crannies, Burkhart’s is a great pub to hang out in for a raucous – but inviting night out.

Cockpit

465 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 A recent addition to the nightlife scene, this is a scruffy bar without any pretense. Guys are 3040, and the atmosphere is relaxed.

Felix’s

1510 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 With a crowd of regular karaoke enthusiasts that will blow your mind, this intimate little bar is a great place to check out if you’ve got a song in your heart.

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Friend’s on Ponce

736 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 Boasting the coldest beer in town, they have Madonna and Cher in the jukebox and a covered patio, park benches, and naturally-friendly bartenders.

Gilbert’s

219 10th St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 The folks at Gilbert’s wear many hats: A Mediterranean restaurant, a lounge, a karaoke bar, a wine bar. Suffice it to say, they are eager to please and now that they are expanding they’re sure to find yet another way to keep us entertained.

Heretic

2069 Cheshire Bridge Rd., Atlanta, GA 30324 A leather bar with porn on the screen, the Heretic has it all – an area the locals call the “Hall of Hands,” a sexy selection of touring DJs, and a frenzy of men on the dance floor. Sound like heresy? Exactly.

Jungle

2115 Faulkner Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 Miss raves? Don’t. Jungle’s huge dance floor and notoriety for high energy DJs (and party favors) keep this hot-boy staple busy on the constant. A recent facelift, raised stage, and dance boxes let you recreate memories to make up for all the ones you lost in the early 2000s.

leBuzz

585 Franklin Rd. SE, Marietta, GA 30067 Do you have pride, but not enough gas to make it to the big city? LeBuzz has got you covered. With drag kings and queens, gays from outside the city hold court here.

Mary’s

1287 Glenwood Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 Your gay dive bar; Mary’s hosts themed parties, karaoke, and special events that resonate with the hipster East Atlanta crowd. If you’re trying to get into an indie-gay, go here.

Mixx

1492 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 An upscale, intimate, nonsmoking bar and club, Mixx is a fun place to party without coming home smelling like you chugged your drink from an ashtray. Eclectic and allencompassing, Mixx is a great urban place.

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18 Model-T

699 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 Reasonable prices, a chill crowd, and poker – this unassuming gay bar has only one purpose: To have a good time.

10 My Sister’s Room

1271 Glenwood Ave SE, Atlanta GA 30316 A lesbian bar in the heart of East Atlanta, this is the hot spot for all the girls you can eat…

Oscar’s 11 1510 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309

Our local gay martini bar, Oscars has a relaxed crowd, sociable bartenders, and all the videos and musical clips your heart desires.

Sister louisa’s Church 12 466 Edgewood Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

A chill crowd of “parishioners,” free pingpong, kitschy décor, and an art selection that heretics, sinners, and hipsters alike can enjoy – Sister Louisa’s as it all. Church = Bar; Bar = Church.

Tripp’s 19 1931 Piedmont Cir. NE, Atlanta, GA 30324

A converted house, Tripp’s is one-of-a-kind. In a neighborhood bar across the street from the Midtown Bowl, come here if you plan to knock down a few pins.

Woof’s 15 2425 Piedmont Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30324

Atlanta’s first gay sports bar, this is the place to go to if “butch,” “football,” and “woof” are part of your daily vocabulary.

striP CluBs 22 Swinging Richard’s

1400 Northside Dr. NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 Shooter boys, swinging cocks, and buff bodies abound here – but beware, you may not come out with the money you walked in with! Check out the VIP rooms for a more intimate experience with your favorite dancer. (All Nude)

23 Bliss

2284 Cheshire Bridge Rd., Atlanta, GA 30324 Looking for that boy-next-door type? A true “pole dancer?” Check out this “blissful” strip club. With great performances, “shower shows,” and hot guys, Bliss has an excellent selection of vices to indulge in. (All Nude)

24 BJ Rooster’s

2345 Cheshire Bridge Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 Go-Go dancers, pool tables, and fun bartenders make the environment fun and lively at this Atlanta bar. Private dances encouraged. (Semi-nude)

PriVate men’s CluBs & sPaaaHs… 25 Flex

76 4th St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30308 Literally right off of the interstate, Flex is the only bathhouse of its kind with a sundeck, pool, sauna, various rooms, and lots of additional services and features. Looking to do some cardio? Flex your might here…

26 Manifest

2103 Faulkner Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 Looking for an upscale spot to take that hunk or twink you met at Jungle but can’t wait to get back to your hotel or home? Luckily Manifest is right next door and in a league of its own. Check out their various spaces in the labyrinth of rooms and theater – as well as a hot sling. Condoms and lube available throughtout.

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events saturday events Gaga Yoga: Don your best Gaga-themed duds and get zen, yoga-style, with other downward facing Monsters from 10 a.m. to noon at the SAT Piedmont Park Athletic Fields. Might as well get in touch with your body before letting everyone else do the same.

Write On: Word-nerds, take note! Local authors and poets will be on-hand to sign fresh copies of their work (and to help the rest of us with the big words) at the Bud Light stage from noon to 2 p.m. Trans March: Help bolster the visibility of the trans community and march in solidarity Saturday afternoon. Participants will assemble at the visitors center near 12th Street at 1:15 p.m. and get the show on the road by 1:45 p.m.

Dyke March Pre-Game:

Lesbos are known for their handiwork, which is precisely why they’re asked to meet at the Charles Allen Gate at 3:15 p.m. to help create signs, sashes, and all-things-flashy to help glitz up their presence in the following day’s Dyke March. Snacks, music, and networking run til 5:30 p.m., tool belt not required.

Dyke March: Strap on those comfy kicks and pound some hot pavement with an all-inclusive group of ladies in one of the proudest events of the big, gay year. As always, straight, bi, and trans women are more than welcome in the throng. Stick around until 6:45 p.m., when the closing dance party kicks off at the Bud Light stage. Moms-and-Dads Play Date: Kids, bring

your parents to the all-ages event at the Bud Light stage for some networking with other LGBT ‘rents while you relax with some interactive storytelling. The fun starts at 10:15 a.m. and doesn’t stop til noon.

Auto Show A-Go-Go: Get your gasoline fix

while perusing the sleek, sexy variety of classic cars and vintage motorcycles on the roadway inside Piedmont Park between 12th and 14th. The throttle opens at 10:30 a.m and brakes at 3 p.m. Hot wax, soft leather, and speed: Just like your early 20s!

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ladieeeeees! 2,000 ladies, to be exact, will be bringing the house down at Center Stage/The Loft (1374 W. Peachtree St.) at the official Atlanta Pride Women’s Party. DJ Pat Pat (Aqua Girl, Girls in Wonderland) will be spinning a mix of hits sure to make the ladies cut rugs before they munch ‘em. Hot Athlete/Ally Alert!

Bid adieu to your boredom Saturday night and have a kiki with Rugby World Cup Champion Ben Cohen as he hosts KiKi By The Park, a fundraising dance party at the W Hotel Midtown. Proceeds benefit the Atlanta Pride Committee and the Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation, an anti-bullying organization that aims for the end of homophobia. The party starts at 9:30 p.m. and doesn’t stop until 2 a.m. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online at standuppridekiki.eventbrite.com.

sunday’s events

Floats and glitter and bears, oh my!

The Atlanta Pride Parade is the biggest event of the festival, drawing tens of thousands of SUN participants who either march with, or simply cheer on, the colorful spectacle comprised of equal parts love and debauchery. The assembly begins at 10 a.m on the corner of Peachtree Street and Ralph McGill Boulevard, then cranks up the raucous promenade at 1 p.m. for a lively stroll to Charles Allen Drive NE and 10th Street.

Draggin’ Con: The ladies of Starlight Cabaret sparkle and bewitch on the Coca-Cola stage from 7:05 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Beginning of the End: The official Atlanta Pride Closing Party begins at 9 p.m. at Opera, a tri-level club at 1150 Peachtree St. that boasts a fantastic outdoor terrace and sexy interiors. Two NYC-based turntable jockeys (DJ Hector Fonseca and DJ Theresa) plan on keeping the joint jumping until the sun comes up. Opera is 18 to get crunk, 21 to get drunk. Tickets at the door are $25, but can be purchased in advance for $20 at chriscolemanenterprises.com. The Oﬃcial HRC Pride Brunch: The

Human Rights Campaign is throwing their annual Pride Brunch at Empire State South restaurant located at 999 Peachtree St. For $50, help yourself to bottomless beverages and a full brunch buffet while watching the parade. The price of admission also buys you an annual HRC membership. 12 Noon.

all Weekend Our Queer Culture: Revel in local art on the bridge over Lake Clara Meer from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Film, music, theater, and still arts from Atlanta’s LGBT community splash the landscape with pride. It’s not GayTube, but you could use a little normalcy in your quest for queer artistic expression.

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Parties Official Pride Parties

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Oﬃcial Atlanta Pride kick-oﬀ Party The Georgia Aquarium

225 Baker St. NE | Friday, October 12 | 7-11:30 p.m DJ Corey Craig, DJ Vicki Powell | $20 It’s the party PETA can’t stop talking about! Join 4,000 fashion-savvy Pride revelers as they crank up the weekend festivities. Live DJs and grub from the Café Aquaria Food Court keep the party moving. Heads-up from FENUXE: The cocktail bars are cash-only!

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1374 W.Peachtree St. | Sat., October 13 9:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. | DJ Pat Pat Tickets $15 at the Curve Magazine booth, $20 at the door. Lipsticks, butches, and everything-in-between will cut loose and taste the rainbow at Center Stage/The Loft.

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The Oﬃcial Atlanta Pride kickoﬀ After Party | Jungle Atlanta

2115 Faulkner Rd. | Friday,October 12 9:00 p.m. - 3:00 a.m | DJ Ed Bailey $20 at the door. Buy online and skip the line. (21+) jungleclubatlanta.com The Jungle’s Pride parties are notorious for their all-inclusive mix of guys, gals, and grinding. Bring your A-game, leave your shirt.

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The Oﬃcial Atlanta Pride Closing Party Opera Night Club

1150 Peachtree St., | Sunday, October 14 8:00pm - 3:00am | DJ Chus, DJ Ceballos, DJ Scorpio Tickets $15 in advance online, $25 at the door. chriscolemanenterprises.com This swanky venue houses three stories of madhouse goodness. Three DJs are on hand to pump out enough music to last until the wee hours of the morn’. Come for the sexy, stay for the night.

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Atlanta Pride AIDS Vigil St. Mark’s United Methodist Church

781 Peachtree St. NE | Wednesday, October 10 7:00-8:00 p.m. Pay homage to loved ones lost at St. Mark’s annual Pride AIDS Vigil. St. Mark’s is known throughout our city for embracing members of the LGBT community in the face of the religious fervor from other churches around the world. Even joining the Pride parade, the joy of their Pride celebration is proportionate to the depth of their love and support. All are welcome.

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Dragniﬁcent Pride Edition at Jungle Club

2115 Faulkner Rd. | Wed, October 10 9:00 p.m. Dancing, donations, and drag, oh my! The newlyremodeled Jungle hosts “Dragnificent” to benefit Atlanta Pride. The city’s best drag queens compete in this electrifying (and often over-the-top) talent competition. Bring a few extra bucks and they’ll provide the belly laughs – this show is part charity, part hilarity.

Commitment Ceremony W Atlanta Midtown

188 14th St. | Thursday, October 11 6:30-7:30 p.m. Couples have the opportunity to pledge their commitment to each other publicly before friends and family at this nondenominational ceremony. A small registration fee is required. A certificate marking the occasion will be given to the newlycommitted couples. THUR

Studio 54 Party Joe Gauthreux at Heretic

2069 Cheshire Bridge Rd. Fri, October 12 | Doors open at 10 p.m. As the Cajun surname suggests, super-sexy DJ Joe Gathreaux is a self-proclaimed “New Orleans boy at heart.” (True Blood, y’all?) Working alongside the likes of Frenchie Davis, Ne-Yo, and (yes) even Justin Bieber, the Southern spinmeister has made his way around the world, blowin’ the party up with his sweat-inducing dance-ready beats. FRI

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DJ Tony Moran at Jungle Nightclub

1492 Piedmont Rd. | Sat, October 13 Doors open at 9 p.m. Feel the bass in your bones and shake your ass to the beat as DJ Tony Moran mixes hard-hitting tribal dance infused with the latest sounds of electronica. Frequently called upon by billboard-topping artists like Madonna, J-Lo, and Janet Jackson when they want to go dancing; this is a man who will make you move.

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1510 Piedmont Ave. Saturday, October 13, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. “They’re selling jock straps off black models!” yelled a staffer at Fenuxe to the delight of the crew. As if it couldn’t get any more awesome, legendary Chi Chi LaRue will be on-hand to sign said straps. All proceeds go to benefits P.A.L.S., a local non-profit that provides pet-care (think free food and vet care) and support to senior citizens as well as critically ill and disabled Atlantans. Grab a pal and show some love for your fur-trimmed friends and their caretakers (as well as the pets that P.A.L.S assists). SAT

Flex - 76 4th Street Northwest Saturday, October 13, Midnight - 2 a.m. You have permission, so go on: Touch. Rub. Get handsy with the stars of adult film and photography. (This time, you won’t get dragged off by security.) The hot and hung Alex Rock and thick-all-over Collin Stone will not only show some serious skin, but won’t mind being your canvas. Sexy southern boy Charlie Harding and his tattooed daddy of a lover Scotty Rage offer their beefy bods for you create your masterful work on. SAT

1492 Piedmont Rd Sunday, October 14 Doors open at 9:00 p.m. Remixologists Ralphi Rosario and Abel Aguilera will wow you with their fierce and innovative mixes. Their work has been featured on shows like “Sex and the City” and they remain among the most sought-after circuit party duos. SUN

1492 Piedmont Rd. Fri & Sat, October 12 & 13 Party it up with Ru Paul’s Drag U staple The Lady Bunny at this sassy soiree where the only thing “higher than the hair” will be the partygoers. Saturday’s emcee will be the legendary Mr. Charlie Brown himself! FRI

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“alternative attractions” Stone Mountain

1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain, GA 30083 Also known as “Our Granite Mother,” Stone Mountain is best known for the enormous bas-relief on its north face, which is the largest in the world. The carving depicts three figures of the Confederate States of America and is perfectly framed by the park surrounding this huge granite dome. $22/person.

CNN Center

190 Marietta St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30303 Ever wonder what it’s like inside a major media outlet? Just come by the FENUXE office…Or you could tour the CNN Center. With Studio, VIP, and special tours, there is always something to see at the world headquarters of the Cable News Network. $35/person.

Fox Theatre

660 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30308 Nationally recognized for its fantastic shows and breathtaking interior, the Fox Theatre is among the most notable attractions in the city. If you’re looking for a show during Pride, check out the “Australian Pink Floyd” concert on Saturday the 13th.

World of Coke

121 Baker St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 One of Atlanta’s top attractions and newly redesigned, the World of Coke is a fun place to learn about all the flavors and the history of Coca-Cola. Word to the wise: Bring a flask of rum to spike your unlimited mixers… $16/person.

Six Flags

275 Riverside Pkwy. SW, Austell, GA 30168 This 100-acre park has awesome rides, great shows, and mainstream attractions. If you’re looking for a ride that doesn’t have a pulse, try visiting Six Flags. From $36.99/person. Visit sixflags.com/overgeorgia

Southeastern Railway Museum

3595 Buford Hwy. Duluth, GA 30096 | (770) 476-2013 www.srmduluth.org/default.shtml The Southeastern Railway Museum in Duluth has more than 90 iron-wheeled locomotive antiquities including historic Pullman cars and classic steam trains. Expand your railway horizons with a ride in a restored train car. Peruse the business car that brought the Olympics to Atlanta, and kick it on the railcar that bussed President Warren G. Harding around. Redefine “doing a rail” for those who’ve only ridden a caboose in the euphemistic sense.

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Amy Ray

i want the folks at the show to feel that same infusion of energy and to carry it out into the world and stand strong and proud in their queer skin.”

“Pride is a yearly celebration for the gay and straight community (supporters, family, and friends) to come together and celebrate diversity and to show support for all that has been achieved through togetherness and love. fighting hate and fueling acceptance is a major goal for all cities celebrating Pride. raising awareness is so important! i love performing at Pride festivals because i get to be in the communities, meet the amazing teams, volunteers, and sponsors who make the events happen. i also get to see first-hand how happy people are to connect during that time and support each other. they know they are not alone and they have a support system. it’s so important and you feel like you’re part of a big family.

Kristine W

i would like to say to everyone at Pride: “i love coming to atlanta!” it’s an awesome city! We’ve had so much fun performing here and i’m so thankful for the many friends we’ve made. We will be celebrating my ‘new and number Ones’ album release and can’t wait to share the new music and good times. there is no place like Hotlanta! Happy Pride! i love you all! see you soon.”

“Pride is so much more than just a party or a parade — it’s a time to celebrate our diversity and our common ground, to honor our history, to acknowledge the issues we are facing today, and look to our future. it’s exciting to be back in atlanta and an absolute honor to open the pride show on saturday. atlanta is a great a supporter of good music, so it’s always a pleasure to rock out there.

Justin Utley

to everyone in attendance, remember how far we’ve come as a community. We’ve come a long way but we still have a ways to go. With each of us doing our part, whether it’s to volunteer, vote, campaign, donate, sing, or share your story with those around you – we will get there.”

“Pride means a lot of things to [the band]. it’s a chance to bring together people from all walks of life, backgrounds, and affiliations. as GltBQ gets more and more letters and meanings it just shows how it’s a time for love, understanding, and respect for those who are different. it’s a time to celebrate the progression of our society into the next level human compassion and respect for diversity. One thing everyone can do for equality is to be kind and to win over as many people as they can every day. a smile can open a thousand doors and it can do a lot to help the cause of bringing people together.

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the sexual side effects are extremely appreciative and honored to get the opportunity to play at Pride. We are happy to bring a new sound to queer culture and queer music that isn’t dance or pop music. there is something timeless about rock n’ roll, and an androgyny that lives within its soul. now queer culture gets to claim it for itself again.”

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Timeline

Queers Through 1948

1977

San Francisco’s Harvey Milk becomes the nation’s first openly-gay elected official.

Alfred Kinsey publishes Sexual Behavior in the Human Male, confirming that homosexuality is far more common than previously believed.

1988 1973 Homosexuality is removed from the American Psychiatric Association’s official list of mental disorders.

1969 Patrons of the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in NYC, fight back during a police raid, sparking three days of riots that resulted in support for the gay community.

1993

1970 The first Pride takes place in NYC and Atlanta.

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First Atlanta Gay Expo is held by the Atlanta Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce.

The U.S. military institutes “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” permitting gays to serve in the military but banning homosexual activity.

the Years 2000 Vermont becomes the first state in the country to legally recognize civil unions between gay or lesbian couples.

2006 Civil unions become legal in New Jersey.

2010

President Obama officially repeals “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.”

2011

2004 Same-sex marriages become legal in Massachusetts.

2005 Civil unions become legal in Connecticut.

New York becomes the largest state to allow same-sex marriage.

2012 President Obama endorses same-sex marriage.

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4. Toronto, canada: O Canada! if only we were all lucky enough to live among your hip, sexy cities flanked by pristine stretches of wilderness, universal access to health care, and gay marriage. until then, we can visit you for Pride. We in america, with our affinity for hard work on the constant, set aside a weekend to delve into Pride. You, however, reserve more than a week to do the very same thing. not too shabby, eh?

1. são Paulo, Brazil: Brazil is known for being the world’s largest exporter of sugar cane and faithfully cultivating the earth’s surplus of metric sex-tons of Victoria’s secret models. those in the know can attest: Brazil can throw one hell of a Pride party. são Paolo Pride balances work and play with Gay Day at Hopi Hari (the six flags of são Paolo) and their ultra-sexy version of a Dyke march, aptly titled the lesbian Walk. (such literalists!) Who would doubt Brazil is the place to wild out on Pride, coming from the folks who gave us Carnaval?

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5. new York, usa: the Big (adam’s) apple is where it all began. a police raid of the low-key gay bar called the stonewall inn, a common occurrence back when shady cops couldn’t resist beating the shit out of and arresting gays in their natural habitat, resulted in a fevered pushback from the bar’s patrons, who were sick of putting up with abuse from local authorities. Chaos (and gay awareness) ensued. a year later, the stonewall riots were commemorated with the first ever Gay Pride march to much success.

2. sydney, australia: sydney doesn’t celebrate Pride; they celebrate the gay and lesbian “mardi Gras.” What we know as a raucous event in new Orleans, these sexy aussies know as “the weekend we set aside to celebrate blokes loving blokes and sheilas loving sheilas.” it was only a few years back that their mardi Gras committee went broke as a result of broadcasting the events on national television and losing many sponsors after political outrage. But, like a nation of criminals that wasn’t expected to flourish, they re-organized and made their own second chance at success. too right.

8. Paris, france: Paris crams all their celebrating into one day (très économique!) but what can you expect from the succinctly indulgent Gay Paris? nightclubs devoted to all-things-bear, art shows that strive to louvre heights, and the mesmerizing City of lights set the scene for a seductive and high-brow affair. take note, visitors: tourists are warned not to take french rudeness personally. apparently, direct flirting is a sign of cheapness and to warm up too fast to a frigid french hottie is to seem needy. Well! You can always head to a nude beach and ogle like a creeper if you want to forgo the “nouveau riche” mistake of talking before nudity. (is that a wee wee?! Oui, oui!)

7. amsterdam, netherlands: What’s the first thing that pops into your head when you think of amsterdam? Dutch ovens, that’s right. But did you know that some people associate the free-wheelin’ nation with coffee shops that sell marijuana (outrageous!) or with legal prostitution in its red light District? What a bunch of stoner pervs! Well, in spite of these cultural sins that we at fenuxe find abhorrent (nudge, wink), amsterdam seems to put on a pretty awesome Pride event, with half-naked Dutch boys on literal floats (they’re in the water!) and euro-swanky nightclubs with more pale, exposed skin than a … well, a red light District for buff, gay guys.

6. Berlin, Germany: Berlin was one of the first cities in europe to have a flourishing lGBt scene before the rise of the nazi party. Germany is the birthplace of sexologist magnus Hirschfeld, known for his work in support of sexual minorities in the 1890s. now, Berlin hosts one of the continent’s largest lGBt festivals and is home to europe’s largest fetish event at their version of Pride, known as the CsD (Christopher street Day) festival. Centuries-old museums open their doors to party-goers as Germany’s rich culture makes room for its loud and proud community of wienerschnitzel worshippers, and Dunkellapping dykes. 3. Tel aviv, Israel: the middle east isn’t known for being a hotspot for the lGBt community, but tel aviv puts their gay community on the map. its amazing beaches fill up with gorgeous creatures for the weeklong celebration and the warm reception or all commonly brings out the masses of straight supporters. tourist destinations like Jerusalem and the Dead sea add a deeper layer to the event and allow the debaucherous quick access to forgiveness. FENUXE.COM : 75

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The Flavors of Pride Nico Stoerner, Staff Writer

From the brightest red to the darkest purple and every shade in between, “tasting the rainbow” is a Pride tradition — and possibly the most popular activity among attendees. Whatever your taste, here is a guide to the “ﬂavors of Pride.” Eat up, boys.

cHIcken Where to ﬁnd: Jungle. Blake’s. Heretic. Burkhart’s. lounging in the park with a box of wine, a J, and some Jackie-O or Kanye sunglasses. Flavor description: a sugary sweet, “smooth” blend of Bath and Bodyworks lotion, Dolce and Gabbana light Blue, and vodka… because pills don’t have a scent. Pairs well with: Just about any flavor of Pride compliments this versatile (and often flexible) flavor. Be sure to take a swig of that red Bull, though — it takes awhile to stuff a Chicken…

JOck Where to ﬁnd: Working on their fitness at urban Body, Gravity, and even la fitness… sometimes running through the park, sauntering through midtown towards Blake’s, Burkhart’s, the Jungle, and Heretic. this elusive delicacy is worth the hunt, however long you have to run. Flavor description: the smooth, rippling, bodies of Jocks are most often tinged with the light salty flavor of sweat. Don’t be fooled, though… when polished up and shaven these sculpted (although particularly dense) boys are “magically delicious”. Pairs well with: Other Jocks. Chicken. maybe even a Bear if you’re looking for a contrasting, barrelchested third — although you should be warned: they are wild animals and are known to pounce… on everything… 76 : OCtOBer 4, 2012

Bear Where to ﬁnd: the eagle, Heretic, and Cockpit. atlanta Bears prefer to den in a darker setting, cuddling up close to one another. Flavor description: a musky blend of Old spice, leather, cigarettes, and beer… although some Bears are more inclined to go with their “natural” scent, our atlanta Bears tend to be quite well-kept. Pairs well with: leather – leather – leather… a good Jock chaser works, as well. Beware, though… muscle Bears will take charge of everyone in the room when they are on a rampage – growling, swiping, and pawing at every hot body and cock in sight!

draG Queen Where to ﬁnd: almost everywhere… if there’s a stage, a mic, a bar, or lights — this gay is gonna be there to strut her stuff and shower you with glitter… and probably grope you. Flavor description: although the flavor varies, the alcohol content remains roughly the same (around 0.16). if you’re looking for a wild card, this is the gay to go with. You might want to douche beforehand, though… this gay may look like a bottom – but s/he tends to top. Pairs well with: this gay may not play well with others, however some of them OnlY play with others. the Drag Queen only pairs well with other equally flavorful gays, though. try a leather aficionado, sugar Daddy, or Bear… but watch out for those stilettos... and be ready to assist in duct-tape removal.

leaTHer Where to ﬁnd: Heretic. the eagle. What they lack in numbers they make up for in flavor. Flavor description: a masculine blend of man, motor oil, leather, and spice. atlanta’s leather aficionados look like they walked out of a tom of finland drawing, and often have just as much hair. Pairs well with: the chewy texture and spice of leather goes great with Bear, but also can be complimented by the sweetness of a sugar Daddy or the sassy bite of a Drag Queen… just be prepared to take orders — and maybe get whipped.

suGar daddY Where to ﬁnd: scouting at Blake’s, searching at Jungle, and even hunting at Burkhart’s, this gay is on the prowl… possibly driving his mercedes or BmW. Odds are, he’ll find you before you find him. Flavor description: sweet, and cut with bossy, this gay is unique among the others. Coming in all shapes and sizes, the sugar Daddy is a chameleon and blends well in every social setting. Pairs well with: Chicken, Drag Queens, and occasionally (if you have a real sweet tooth) a second sugar Daddy will pair well with this gay. His charming demeanor makes for great entertainment, and he is always eager to fill your cavities.

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Wallet “thank you, Captain Obvious.” although it may seem like no-brainer, don’t forget your iD, cards, and some cash for venders as well as cover charges.

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Our urban Glamazon Nicole Gourdet graduated from college as the MVP of her basketball team and was immediately courted by the WNBA’s New York Liberty. However, her love of globetrotting was part of her career plan, so Nicole chose instead to go pro overseas, playing for prestigious teams in France, Turkey, and Portugal. In addition to playing, Nicole has also trained professional athletes for strength and conditioning with clients from European basketball leagues, as well as the WNBA. Now in Atlanta, Nicole is using her expertise and professional experience to create a fitness book designed specifically for the urban female. In addition, she now trains in New York and Atlanta, and has been a featured model for our local Lululemon store in Buckhead.

Nicole's 10 Tips for Women 1) Make exercise a priority. If a leaner, sexier body is something you really want, it should be your top daily priority — you know, like checking out hotties or drooling over chocolate. My suggestion: Exercise as early as possible in the day to make sure it’s done consistently, and not put off until later — which as we all know, usually becomes never. Working out early has multiple benefits, such as providing energy throughout the day, elevating your mood, and keeping your mind alert and clear. 2) Game plan and strategy are key. Map out your meals and workouts in advance. Knowing what you’re going to eat ahead of time helps to avoid running into ‘emergency eating’ situations. You know, the infamous “I’m-STARVING-must-shove-something-downmy-gullet-right-NOW!” Syndrome. Yeah. Not the healthiest meal plan, right? *wink* Many women admit that the hardest part of getting in shape is getting started. Prepare for workouts just as you prepare for work to eliminate the excuse of not being ready. I mean, really, who among us is not well-versed in creating excuses? Preparation kicks our excuses to the curb. Pack a gym bag before you leave in the morning...sneakers, bottom, top, a sports bra (or two, for those of us who are...*ahem* overflowing with femininity). 3) Eat SMALL meals every few hours. Did you get that? S-M-A-L-L. Not ‘small’ as in “I’ll just finish off this basketball-sized portion of lasagna from last night.” (Dream on!) We’re talking ‘small’ as in “Mmm! That tennis ballsized portion of brown rice looks yum-MMY!” Eating small meals throughout the day keeps

away the buildup of hunger that causes you to binge, and helps keep your energy levels balanced. Adjust the portion size of your meals BEFORE you pick up that fork! NOT when you’re about to finish off the plate! (Yes, I’m talking to YOU!) 4) Keep your emotions in check. Emotional eating is detrimental to your fitness goals. I’m talking, “ho-hum, I’m feeling blue. Hey! That pint of Ben & Jerry’s Chunky Monkey ought to cheer me right up!” Yeah… no. Not even. Be aware of which moods steer you towards emotional eating, and counteract what you would normally do. For example, duke it out with the boxing bag or stamp it out on the treadmill instead of gobbling it out with that chocolate cake! 5) Do cardio. OK, I know what you’re thinking. But you don’t have to run a marathon each time. Would I do that to you? Start with 20 minutes and gradually increase your time and intensity to 30-45 minutes 4-5 times a week. That’s if you really want to see a difference. Like the difference in the way your sweetheart looked at you before compared to how she’s going to look at you after all your diligent cardio workouts. Yeah, baby! 6) run harder! If you can read this while on a cardio machine at the gym, chances are you’re not going hard enough. Opt to listen to a hot music playlist or watch TV (if available) to break up the monotony. Also alternate with intervals of high/low intensity cardio. FENUXE.COM : 81

pride Fit: Ladies 7) Lift weights. Ladies, muscles are sexy! They also burn fat while you’re not working out. Many women have a misconception that they’re going to get huge and bulky, however, this is not the case if done properly. Consider joining a studio class or signing up for personal training sessions if you aren’t well-versed in weight training. 8) Keep your eyes on the prize. What motivates you the most? What is it that’s going to keep you successfully on the path to the body you want and deserve? Is it a swimsuit? A photo of your dream body taped up on your mirror? Find what triggers your drive to look and feel better. Visualize yourself accomplishing your goals, and and truly believe that it will happen. Holding positive mind-images of yourself will eliminate barriers that prevent so many women from staying on the path to their dreams. 9) Einstein's definition of insanity: “Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” CHANGE UP YOUR WORKOUTS. Reps, sets, range of motion. Constantly keep the body guessing. There’s a quote that states, “If you do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always gotten”.

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10) Avoid the "magic pill" syndrome. A mistake that most women make is to expect it all to happen overnight...like yesterday. And when it doesn’t, they become frustrated and give up. Getting in shape is a work in progress. Set small goals to avoid being overwhelmed by the task at hand. Don’t try to do what your body and mind cannot handle for a sustained period of time. Don’t write a check with your mouth that your butt can’t cash! Set small goals so that you can celebrate and be even more motivated by your small successes, which lead to greater achievements. So there you have it, future Glamazons. Follow these 10 tips to the body of your dreams! *Nicole is an independent trainer at Urban Body Fitness and Tough Love Fitness. She’s also a private life coach, designs fitness and nutritional programs, and offers private training sessions. She can be reached at NicoleMGourdet@gmail.com or 404.934.2221.

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For Guys Eric Pyne’s passion for fitness stretches all the way back to his upbringing in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Having come from an exceptionally athletic background, Eric played Division I soccer while studying business management at Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia. In order to pursue a career in fitness he transferred to University of Louisville in Kentucky, one of the few schools in the nation with a certified B.A. program in sports and fitness. Eric’s training focus is to develop a lean body by building a strong foundation with an emphasis on core stability. His training method incorporates high cardio intensity for short periods of time, combined with strength training and flexibility. Eric complements his training method by creating balanced and effective nutritional plans based on an individual’s goals, whether they be on increasing muscle mass, maximizing weight loss, or maintaining weight.

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Eric's 10 tips for men: Alright boys… before reading my tips let’s get something straight. As important it is for us in our culture and society to go into extreme diets and workout routines a few weeks before a party, vacation, or gay pride, it is essential for us to maintain all year round so we don’t have to crash diet. Crash diets are horrible on the body and will kill your metabolism and ruin your health in the long term. Follow these steps to be successful all year round and to pop off the shirt at any time so you can impress the queens anytime. 1) Set realistic exercise goals. Set goals that you not only know you can achieve, but that are specific, not vague. (“I’ll run 20 miles this week,” not “I really should get more exercise this week.”) 2)Whatever activity you pursue, don't overdo it. The most common cause of injury for guys is exercising too aggressively -- the “too much, too soon” syndrome. Start any new exercise at a relatively low intensity and gradually increase your level of intensity over a number of weeks. Use the “10 percent” rule: in general don’t increase your training load – the length or frequency of workouts or the the intensity or the distance – by more than 10 percent a week. 3)"No pain, no gain" is a myth. Exercise should require some effort, but pain is a warning sign you are foolish to ignore. If you have continuing pain during an exercise, stop and don’t continue unless you can do so painlessly. General muscle soreness that comes after exercise is another matter; it usually indicates that you are not warming up sufficiently or that you are exercising too long or strenuously. FENUXE.COM : 85

pride Fit: GUYS 7) Use good foot wear. Wearing improper or worn-out shoes places added stress on your hips, knees, ankles, and feet – the sites of up to 90 percent of all sports injuries. Choose shoes suited to your activity and replace them before they wear out. 8) Avoid high-impact aerobics. Most aerobics instructors and many students suffer injuries to their shins, calves, lower back, ankles, and knees because of the repetitive/ jarring movements of some aerobics routines. Think that “working through it” is going to take you from zero to hero? Fat chance, big guy. It might just land you an injury that keeps you out of the gym, rather than becoming more fit.

Eric Pyne has a B.S. in Sports & Fitness, is an independent trainer at Urban Body Fitness, and can be reached at ericpyne@me.com. 4) Control your movements. If you can’t – slow down. Rapid, jerky movement can set the stage for injury. As you move your limbs keep the muscles contracted and move them as if you are pushing against some resistance. 5) Watch your form and posture. In most activities, stress can result from poor form. Keep your back aligned (abdominal muscles contracted, buttocks tucked in and knees aligned over feet). 6) Don't bounce while stretching. This “ballistic” stretching can increase the chance of muscle tears and soreness. Instead, perform “static” stretches, which call for slowly stretching through a muscle’s full range of movement until you feel resistance. This gradually loosens muscles without straining them. 86 : OCtOBer 4, 2012

9) Warm - up and cool-down. Slowly jog for five minutes before your workout to gradually increase your heart rate and core temperature. Cool down after exercising with five minutes of slower-paced movement. This prevents an abrupt drop in blood pressure and helps alleviate potential muscle stiffness. 10) Replace fluids lost through sweating. This is particularly important in hot weather when you can easily lose more than a quart of water in an hour. Neglecting to compensate for fluid loss can cause lethargy and nausea, interfering with your performance. Even if you don’t feel thirsty, it’s important to drink at regular intervals when exercising.

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WILLIAM CAMPBELL, PIEDMONT BARK

Though William worked in corporate marketing jobs for more than 15 years, there was always an entrepreneurial streak in him to start his own business. Campbell states, “My grandfather owned his own business and instilled in me the drive, desire, and mindset to do my own thing and become truly independent.” NICO: What inspired you to start Piedmont Bark in the ﬁrst place? W: Actually, the whole reason I launched this business ten years ago was because of Sebastian (my Dalmatian). When I started looking for a doggie daycare for him 10 years ago, the choices were very limited. At the time, there were only two facilities inside the perimeter. Neither facility was close to my home in Midtown, nor did they offer what I felt Sebastian needed – large open space to run and play all day. I began to think, I could create a unique doggie playground to meet the needs of Midtown pet owners. Thus, the idea for Piedmont Bark was born! As my idea developed, I realized that my vision for Piedmont Bark was to create a business that would directly impact and beneﬁt the lives of Atlanta’s LGBT Community. With that being said, my vision included three primary goals: First, to provide a fun, clean, safe, and stress-free environment for canine family members. Piedmont Bark was to be a place where all LGBT individuals and couples would feel valued and comfortable in transacting business and calling it their pet’s home away from home. Secondly, I made a commitment to provide a safe workplace free of harassment or intimidation for individuals in the LGBT Community. This included adding a nondiscrimination hiring policy pertaining to gender identity or sexual orientation. Last but not least, I made a very strong commitment to support, fund, and sponsor 90 : OCtOBer 4, 2012

LGBT-related businesses, organizations, and charities that directly benefit the LGBT community. NICO: What is it like having such a popular doggy daycare? What is a ‘day at the office’ like? W: Having a well-established business is great. Every day we have a different mix of breeds, sizes, and personalities. No day is ever the same and it keeps everything interesting… the staff loves it! After 10 years in business I do feel my vision for Piedmont Bark has come to fruition. Piedmont Bark has earned its reputation as ‘Atlanta’s Best Doggie Daycare and Boarding Facility’ having been voted this honor by the readers of many local publications over the past few years to include two prominent Atlanta LGBT publications, FENUXE and The GA VOICE. This vote of confidence by the LGBT community was a true honor, as it validated the outstanding services that Piedmont Bark provides and the unique environment that has been created for our LGBT customers and employees alike. NICO: How has Piedmont Bark changed or affected your personal life? W: My passion for Piedmont Bark definitely parallels that of my personal life. As a canine parent myself, I know the value that Piedmont Bark brings to our extended family as we provide the support needed to help enrich the life of every dog that attends daycare. Even as

my partner and I were dealing the effects of aging our dalmatian Sebastian experienced a couple of years ago, we found comfort in knowing that the staff at Piedmont Bark were trained and skilled in assisting with older geriatric dogs while they were in their care. I find great satisfaction in knowing that Piedmont Bark is such an integral part of so many people’s daily lives. NICO: If you could do anything, what would your next project be? W: As far as what the future holds … hmmm? My hope is that I can immolate the unique framework and network that has been created at Piedmont Bark in another way that will uniquely impact the LGBT community of Atlanta. Stay tuned! NICO: Could you discuss your involvement with local charities like the Humane Society and PALS? W: Over the last ten years, I’ve had the honor and pleasure of being involved and working with so many Atlanta LGBT and non-LGBT related non-profits. From day one, we committed to giving back to local charities. After opening in the fall of 2002, we held our first Yappy Hour in March 2003 for PALS. At the first event, we had over 200 people attend with their dogs and raised over $2,000.00! That first event was the start of what would become a ten year partnership with PALS. We now sponsor and host the PALS Pet Cotillion in May of each year, which has grown to become PALS’ most significant fundraiser. Of course this yearly event is crucial in raising the much-needed funds that allow PALS to continue its important mission of providing care and support to the pets of Atlanta area persons liv-

ing with HIV symptomatic/AIDS, and other terminal illnesses or disabilities. In addition to our work with PALS over the years, Piedmont Bark has supported many, many other LGBT-related organizations such as AID Atlanta, Jerusalem House, Project Open Hand, as well as many other worthy dog-related charities. By the end of 2012, the cumulative total of Piedmont’s Bark’s cash donations, sponsorships, and in-kind contributions to various charitable organizations in the ten years that it has been in business will surpass $125,000. NICO: Any special doggy daycare programs coming up for Pride? W: It is only fitting that Piedmont Bark is celebrating 10 years in business during Pride Month. I’d like to invite everyone and their canine friends to join me and the staff of Piedmont Bark at our “Spook-tacular!” 10th Anniversary Party on Thursday, October 25th from 6:30 until 9:00 pm. Everyone will enjoy a taco bar compliments of The Original El Taco, beverages from High Liquors, a raffle to benefit the Atlanta Humane Society’s 1873 Society Club and a ‘Best Costume’ contest for the furry ones with prizes donated from Highland Pet Supply! A DJ will spin and the fantastic Mara Davis will emcee the contest. Space is limited and reservations are suggested to reservations@piedmontBark.com. Piedmont Bark is located at 501 Amsterdam Avenue or visit www.piedmontBark.com.

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KATE TRAHAN,

COALITION TO UNCHAIN DOGS Nico Stoerner, Staff Writer

Kate Trahan is a Connecticut native who has lived in Atlanta since 2000. She and her partner of seven years, Stacy Shirley, live near downtown Atlanta with their three rescue dogs. After volunteering and chairing the fundraising efforts for the Georgia Humane Society for several years, she became the director of the Coalition to Unchain Dogs (C2UD) in 2010. To date, the Coalition has built fences for more than 65 dogs and spay/neutered hundreds of dogs in the Atlanta area. NICO: What inspired you to start working with the Coalition to Unchain Dogs in the ﬁrst place? K: About three years ago an email came across my daily feed that a new dog advocacy group was starting up in Atlanta. Their approach and messaging was very different than any other group I had been involved with to date. C2UD works in two of the most underserved communities in Atlanta to gently educate owners on responsible pet ownership, provide free services to keep their dogs healthy and if needed, build a free fence for dogs that have to live their lives at the end of a chain. The reason I was attracted to their messaging is because they are 100% nonjudgmental. They didn’t shame owners or make them feel bad about chaining their dogs. Education and compassion is the key. I initially joined as a volunteer since I had a demanding full-time job and was already involved with the Georgia Humane Society. I didn’t want to overextend myself. When the original Atlanta director didn’t work out, I was asked to step up. After a pep talk with a mentor and looking at the volunteer base that would be there to support me, I happily accepted. NICO: What challenges do you face in your work with the coalition? How have people responded to you when you approached them about their chained dogs? K: Challenges - many! Well, nothing with great reward isnt without it’s challenges, right? In the beginning we received a lot of, “Why would you help these people who chain their dogs? Why do they deserve it?” My response is this: The demographic

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we work with are typically renters whose landlords don’t allow dogs in the house and don’t have existing fencing to secure their dogs. Many grew up with chained dogs in the backyard and just don’t understand the dangers and effects of tethering. My mantra has been, “When you know better, you do better.” 99% of the people I approach during my outreach are welcoming and grateful. There are a fair amount of people who are still very resistant to spay/neuter because of bad information they’ve received, the desire to breed, etc., but I try to remain a consistent presence in the neighborhoods to build a relationship of trust. NICO: How has your involvement with the Coalition affected your personal life? K: Hmmm, my original thought was, “What personal life?” But that would be misleading...My personal life has changed a great deal over the past few years. I have a full-time job outside of the Coalition so all of my planning, fundraising, executing, outreach, and spay/neuter coordination takes place after hours and on weekends, so that cuts into our personal life a great deal. Our social life consists of mostly “industry” type events now. Charity events, fundraisers, etc. So in the end, we still have a rich personal life, the landscape has just changed a bit. NICO: Does your partner volunteer with you on coalition projects? K: My amazing partner Stacy has become the defacto, “co-director” and fence build lead of one of our crews. She didn’t exactly ask for this life, but has been 100% steadfast in her dedication to the Co-

alition. Anyone who knows me knows that I’m not exactly the postergirl for building fences. I prefer my nails painted, not smashed by a hammer. That being said, she and another volunteer each lead a crew that build the fences. She can literally do anything! She hates when I say that, but she’s the type that you really want by your side in any kind of situation. Patient, smart, compassionate, and amazingly resourceful. We’ve been together for over seven years, so that alone clearly demonstrates the “patient” part. *laughs* NICO: Do you guys ever partner with other groups like PALS? K: I’m a huge fan of PALS’ work! We haven’t had the chance to work with them directly as of yet. We have partnered in the past with other organizations in a fund-raising capacity and support other great organizations like ResponsiBULLY, A.UD.I, Atlanta Bully Rescue and BullsEye Rescue. All of them have a very similar philosophy to ours and know the importance of outreach to those who don’t have easy access to goods and services. Atlanta has a tremendous amount of companion animal advocacy groups and the ones mentioned above are just a few of those making a difference.

not more, emphasis on spay/neuter. Unaltered females who are chained in backyards are easy prey for stray males. And while we have the best and most dedicated volunteers in the business, we always need volunteers for build days! I always tell people it’s the most rewarding experience with the smallest amount of volunteer hours. We build one day a month, start at 9 a.m. and are most times ﬁnished by noon. You get to see a dog go from being chained, to running around in their newly fenced yard in three hours. The LGBT community is a huge part of our volunteer base and our volunteers are truly diverse. We have been at Pride for the past two years here in Atlanta, and other Coalition chapters have a steady presence in their local Pride celebrations as well. I’m incredibly proud of the unwavering support we receive from our community. When we talk about being a nonjudgmental organization that applies to all aspects! *To volunteer or learn more contact Kate at unchain2bhumane@gmail.com or visit www.unchaindogs.net/chapter_atlanta.shtml

NICO: What are your major goals over the next year with regard to the Coalition? What would you like to achieve? K: To spay/neuter as many animals as possible! While the Coalition started as a fencing organization, we have recently placed just as much, if

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Your cocktail can reveal as much as Oprah & Dr. Phil combined… with a twist. from the pretentious martini to the simple beer, and everything in between, your choice of cocktail tells a story about you. although you may not realize it, that glass in your hand has the potential to betray you as you sidle up next to that hottie with the bedroom eyes. so know your cocktails, boys – and order with care… or you might just lose him at “hello.” Beer -You’re known to consume vast quantities of carbs: Both liquid and solid. You never miss a last call and use your frequent trips to the bar as an opportunity to flirt. BlOOdY marY -Your drinking typically begins around 10 a.m., but you rationalize: it’s a salad with a kick.

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Unlike all of the hype in the media, Mexico City is extremely safe, gay-friendly, and a hell of a lot of fun. Mexico City (known colloquially as “DF”) is the third-largest city in the world with more than 20 million inhabitants (more than four times the size of metro-Atlanta). While the vast majority of those inhabitants are deeply conservative and Catholic, the atmosphere is becoming more and more tolerant. For starters, it’s legal for gays to get married and there is a governmentally-sanctioned “gay zone” known as La Zona Rosa (the Pink Zone) where it is a criminal and jailable offense to discriminate against gay people. Named after its pink-colored cobblestones, La Zona Rosa is the center of the city’s gay scene with fine dining and, of course, the capital’s most vibrant and decadent nightlife. Be sure to pick up your copy of Homopolis at the Erotika store to get the all the info on the special parties and promotions. 114 : OCtOBer 4, 2012

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Start your trip off right by booking a quick Aeromexico flight – the flight attendants are hot, the food is good, and for just a little more you can be wined and dined in business class (trust me - it’s well worth the extra dough). Aeromexico has just added non-stop service from Atlanta and, if you travel during the off season (August – November), flights are around $400 round trip. Confirm with your hotel to see if they offer bus transportation from the Airport. (Note: The airport is about 45 minutes away from downtown Mexico City.) If they don’t, take an airport-authorized taxi to your hotel (I don’t recommend taking public transportation unless you are familiar with routes, times, and don’t mind feeling like a sardine.)

La Diana and Reforma Fountain at Night Mexico City D.F.

The new international terminal at HartsfieldJackson is actually at a different exit on I-75 (yes, it’s easy to get lost if you’ve never been there, and no, you can’t get to it from I-85). It’s super modern, clean, and it’s easy to get through security and customs.

here To Stay:

Unlike most hotels here, Wi-Fi is usually not included at most of the major hotel chains and can cost upwards of $40 a day.

Although I would never typically recommend a Sheraton Hotel, the Maria Isabel Sheraton located directly in front of the Independence Angel is really great. The rooms are big, the views are amazing, and I really love their soft, comfy, and oversized beds. Plus, it’s directly across from “La Zona Rosa.” (I realized this when I turned on Grindr and there were more than 100 guys within 1,000 ft.) Their one downside: No stocked minibar (yes, gurl - I need a WELL-stocked minibar).

Maria Isabel Sheraton $135/night Avenida P De La Reforma 325, Cuauhtémoc, 06500 starwoodhotels.com

Here are some other places I checked out and recommend:

Maria Isabel Sheraton

Roommate Hotels | $50/night Amberes 27 Juárez, Cuauhtémoc, 06600 room-matehotels.com/

Affordable hotel with slightly smaller rooms located on the outskirts of La Zona Rosa. Eurostar Hotel | $75/night

Four Seasons | $250/night Paseo de la Reforma 500 Juárez, Cuauhtémoc, 06600 fourseasons.com

The ultimate in luxury, located just a short walk away from La Zona Rosa. (Yes, They have a well-stocked minibar)

Londres 115 Juárez, Cuauhtémoc, 06600 eurostarszonarosasuites.com

Located in the center of La Zona Rosa, this international hotel is full of sexy gay men usually hailing from Germany, France, and Sweden

Mexico City Other Places I checked Out & Recommend: El Turix Emilio Castelar Polanco, Miguel Hidalgo,

Pujol Restaurant Mexico City D.F.

El Califa

here To Eat:

Mexico City was recently named the #1 city in the world for fine dining by Forbes Magazine, and apart from the sexy boys/gay scene, the fine dining options are simply to die for (I’m not talking about the Tex-Mex you get at Chili’s.) If you’re able to actually reserve a table at Pujol Restaurant (it’s THAT good), then you’re really in for a treat. Start with the Mescal which is paired with skewers of baby corn dipped in coffee mayonnaise served in hollowed-out gourd. Follow that with delicious tacos topped with Sea Bass or the Chile

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Slow-roasted pork and a deep blend of spices make this a must-visit. $$$

Relleno (which is exploding with flavor), stuffed with a blended mix of exotic cheeses, pomegranate seeds, almonds, corn, and juicy steak strips topped with authentic mole. Pujol Francisco Petrarca 254 Polanco, Miguel Hidalgo, 11570 pujol.com.mx

$$$$ At every table at the nice restaurants, they bring a mini-coat rack to your table for your coats, purses, book-bags, and cameras.

Altata 22 Hipódromo, Cuauhtémoc elcalifa.com.mx

Greasy and yummy tacos abound here – this is the perfect spot to munch when you’re wasted. $ Nicos Cuitláhuac 3102, Clavería, Azcapotzalco, 02080

Best breakfast food in the city – try the huevos rancheros with home-made salsa. $$ Bertico Cafe Francisco I. Madero, Centro, Cuauhtémoc,

Best cup of coffee in the entire city – you definitely don’t want to miss out on this simple and affordable luxury. $

Mexico City

The pyramids of Teotihuacan

laces To See

Mexico City is full of interesting and ancient sites to see. Here are a few that I highly recommend: National Museum of Anthropology (Museo Nacional de Antropologia) Avenida Paseo de la Reforma Chapultepec, Polanco 11560

This huge museum houses an-

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cient treasures of the Olmec, Mexica, Maya, Aztec, and others. My favorite part was the wall of skulls - super creepy, but cool. Teotihuacan Pyramids (Piramides de Teotihuacan) San Juan Teotihuacan

This massive pyramids rival those in Egypt, but with a distinc-

tive Aztec twist. Unfortunately, they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let you climb to the top of of the main pyramid anymore (that is unless you know the cute guard named Poncho who just so happened to pick up the $50 bill you dropped...) Artes Fine Art Palace (Palacio de Bellas) Avenida Juarez y Eje Central

The Zócalo is the main plaza located in the heart of the historic district in Mexico City.

The building itself is breathtakingly beautiful, but the true treasure lies within. It serves as the city’s top performance hall and art museum. Metropolitan Cathedral Avenida 16 de Septiembre, Colonia Centro

This massive cathedral is just as immpressive as any in Europe and is built upon ancient Aztec temples and sacrificial sites. Even if you’re not religious, the sense of peace as you enter is inexplicable.

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here To Play (The Scene): With a plethora of nightlife options, there is somewhat of a rivalry between the patrons of the “CabareTitos clubs” and those that go to Living Club and Macho Bar. CabareTitos clubs, owned by Mexico’s most famous drag queen, add a more authentic Mexican flair with campy stage shows and Spanish pop whereas Living Club and Macho Bar are more upscale electronic dance havens that remind me of the clubs in Ibiza and New York. Being that the city is so large, circuit parties are also frequent and can attract upwards of 15,000 attendees. They usually cost around $100 to get in, but you will have the time of your life. Watch out for pick-pockets and bring condoms. Best Gay Bars In The City (all located in La Zona Rosa): 1. Living (Best Dance Club In The City) 2. 42 Bar (Best Place to Meet Super Hot Locals and Visitors) 3. Lollipop (Cheap Drinks make this spot hoppin’) 4. Macho Bar (Meet the Locals Here) 5. Marrakech Salon (Chill Lounge) 6. Papi (Great place to pre-party – it gets too crowded as the night goes on) Exploring Mexico City is a thrilling, satisfying adventure that you will never forget.

Useful Phrases to Know: ¿Dónde está el baño? – Where is the bathroom? ¿Eres gay?- Are you gay? ¿Activo o Pasivo? Are you a top or a bottom? ¿Dónde esta tu casa? Where is your house? ¿Sabes tu estatus VIH? Do you know your HIV status?

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Other helpful slang words that I promise you will hear in the clubs: Llello: Coke Mota: Weed Tacha: Ecstasy

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“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” -Mother Teresa

Just because you’re gay it doesn’t mean you’re part of the “community.” There is a growing illness in the community and it knows no boundary. Although we are all in the same boat, facing the same challenges, and are part of the same small group of people – we rip each other to shreds… There are more cliques than clubs and more drama than a Telemundo series. What’s worse – our human relationships have become less and less important. Human interaction is becoming more and more scarce: We checkout with computers; telecommute to work; talk to friends on Facebook; and we’re more attached our iPhones than we are to our partners. Ironically, many gays write off friends and break up with lovers at the drop of a hat, and yet wonder why they feel so distant and lonely. FENUXE.COM : 127

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Even the way we date has changed. In the past, we used to meet each other in person and were forced to look at one another without prejudice, judging the person based on who they are rather than what we presume to know about them. With apps like Grindr taking the place of meeting people by chance, we have reduced people to a profile picture and 14 character headlines. In fact, I would argue that this phenomenon explains the rise in escapist behavior and activity in the gay community: From risky to downright unsafe sexual practices; drug use; alcoholism; materialism; obsession with work; obsession with charitable organizations. We feel the voids in our lives with anything that will occupy our time and distract our minds. Take a moment and reflect: When is the last time you made friends or even acknowledged people from another clique, someone outside your age group, someone outside your socio-economic class, even someone a friend of yours doesn’t like? As a community we have become so quick to judge others that we no longer judge ourselves. Our actions and treatment of others are by and large a mirror image of reality TV, and that does not create community, “honey boo-boo child”– it results in poverty of the heart and soul. Let us look back on the smiles, relationships, communities, and gay families of the past. At the courageous gays of the Stonewall Riots and the seemingly insurmountable obstacles they faced hand in hand, as a community. Think of the incredible loss our community experienced beginning with the AIDS epidemic: When those precious few moments lovers and friends had together were among their last and it seemed there was no hope. Even in the recent 128 : OCtOBer 4, 2012

past: Imagine the bravery it took for Ugandans to celebrate their first Pride ever this year, even though they could be killed. I argue we should strive to more closely resemble our incredible ancestors – the heroes of our past. Take time this year at Pride to spread the love: shake some hands, offer a drink, and get to know our vast community. You may not believe it, but my closest friends have truly been my family since coming out, and without them I would not be here today. Let’s return to our roots and renew our strength as a true community.

“What should young people do with their lives today? Many things, obviously. But the most daring thing is to create stable communities in which the terrible disease of loneliness can be cured.” -Kurt Vonnegut

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Pickup Lines Nico Stoerner, Staff Writer

from the most inspired gestures, to the most jaw-dropping shows of narcissism, delivering a pickup line requires the delicate finesse of a confident and intelligent person. there are a few different schools of thought regarding the approach and style of the line – but the desired result is, of course, always the… shall we say, “happy ending.” from flattering the person you’d like to seduce, to a direct and dirty come-on, there are a multitude of ways to accomplish your goal. Here are a few of our favorite lines we came across…

All about you: catching flies with honey... “i’ve had an atrocious day, and it always makes me feel better to see a hot guy’s ass. Would you bend over for me?” “Your father must have been a mailman, because you’ve got a great package.” “if i were a pirate, you would be my booty.”

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All about me: because you're obviously God's gift

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“Do you have a name, or can i call you mine?”

“Want to come over? You’re already sweaty.”

“You’re with your boyfriend? Well, if you decide you want a man-friend, come see me.”

“12 miles! i see you’ve got great endurance. me too.”

“Do you believe in love at first sight, or should i walk by again?”

“i’ve got this knot in my glutes… want to help me work it out?”

Putting on the Ritz: Dolla-dolla bills, y'all “let’s blow this joint and go f@%k in my penthouse.” “Can i buy you a drink, or do you just want the money?” ”Champagne can tickle your throat, and so can i.”

Smooth Operator: putting on the moves

Just Do It: getting down to business “i’d rather melt in your mouth – not in your hand.” “You’ve already got 206 bones in your body… what’s one more?” “f@%k me if i’m wrong, but is your name easy Bottom?”

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“Awkward Moments” “so, I had chili for lunch…” “my boyfriend used to do it like that…” “I FORGOT MY WALLET.” “Hold on, I need to call my mom.” “I’d love to come over! Do you have Netﬂix?” “um… you didn’t even buy me dinner.” “I don’t have any condoms, but I promise I’m neg.” “that’s it???”

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wHaT’s THe dIfference BeTween wHeaT THIns and a lesBIan? one is a snack cracker. the other is a crack snacker. wHaT dO YOu call a Queen wHO JusT sO HaPPens TO Be a Bear? sass-quatch. HOw dO YOu fIT fOur faGs On a BarsTOOl? turn it upside down. HOw dO YOu make a BOTTOm scream TwIce? Fist him. then wipe your hand on his comforter. wHaT dO YOu GeT wHen YOu GaTHer 50 lesBIans wITH 50 GOVernmenT emPlOYees? 100 people who don’t do dick.

wHaT weIGHs 250 POunds and Is mOsT lIkelY TO TuBe dOwn THe cHaTTaHOOcHee? Moby Dyke. wHaT cHIldren’s sTOrY dO GaY PedOPHIles lOVe mOsT? Little boy blew. wHaT Is THe dIfference BeTween “OOO” and “aaaH”? about 3 inches. wHaT dOes IT mean If He wanTs “Tender lOVInG?” Bitch has hemorrhoids. wHaT was THaT new GaY sITcOm aGaIn? “Leave it: It’s Beaver.”

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Guys Berlin Sylvestre, Staff Writer

Can a lesbian have fun in Midtown’s predominantly male nightlife? In a word: hell-yeah-she-can. Take a look around this magazine and you won’t need more than two minutes to see that Atlanta has answered to its gentlemen callers and provided an abundance of bars and clubs to let it all hang out. Sure, we ladies have My Sister’s Room, god love ‘em … but let’s get one thing straight (just the one thing): Atlanta has a ton of lesbians who don’t want to (ahem) eat at same restaurant every time they go out. So guys, take heed: If you’ve ever wanted to take your lesbian BFF out for a night on the town, but wasn’t sure if she’d dig your usual hunting grounds (while being absolutely certain you don’t want to visit hers), don’t second-guess this ever again — the ladies actually like to kick it with you. I remember the first time I walked into Burkhart’s with a girlfriend of mine like it was yesterday, as I still tell the tale to this day. No sooner did we pass the ID check were we met head-on by a larger-than-life drag queen with a mic up to her impossibly-crimson lips. She glossed over our visage with a look that was equal parts amused and disapproving. “Oh look, everybody,” she deadpanned to the crowd. “Fish sticks.”

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Opinion My friend and I exchanged a quick “who, us?” look and nearly bowled over laughing with the thunderous audience once we saw all the faces cheering us on. It was marvelous and sealed the deal for me: Burkhart’s digs chicks, too. The first time I took my current girlfriend to Jungle, which was actually her first time going to any gay bar, proved a wild success for cementing its embrace of the “fairer sex.” (I didn’t make that expression up, c’mon: I’m on your team here.) Through a haze of shirtless boys, we laughed and made our way toward the crowded bar only to be stopped by a well-dressed gentleman no younger than 30. (Actually, since he was probably gay, let’s go with “no younger than 45.”) He apologized for interrupting our booze trek, but confessed that he simply wanted her to know that she “looked soooo pretty.” With an open hand, he gestured up and down her frame, from hair to shoes, and emphasized his pleasure at her style. To this day, I wish I could buy that guy a drink. In my amusement, and in his haste to return to his partying, we simply moved along. But wow. She beamed in that vintage dress for the rest of the evening and couldn’t stop remarking the next day that it’d never happened to her at any other club.

What’s more, the lovely man standing next to her at the bar didn’t bat a lash when she tipped her drink over hours later, spilling some of the contents onto his jeans. He shushed her apologies as he hailed a bartender, insisting that napkins be rushed our way. After making a fuss over blotting that same vintage dress, he tended to his own clothing. Amazing. To ice that cake, the bartender made her another drink without giving it a single thought. (I had to pinch myself watching this. Who does that? Atlanta’s gays do.) But let’s not kid ourselves: Jungle and Burkhart’s are, in contrast to some of the more risque bars, graciously safer for a lady of the Sapphic persuasion to stumble into. What happens when a clueless lesbian finds herself in the middle of a dark club inhabited by beefy men sneering sexily at one another while softcore plays on TVs overhead? I’ll tell you what: She has an amazing two-hour chat with the handsome, mature bartender who uses her as a guinea pig for his new drink ideas. She listens intently as he tells her about his life in the military while shielding her from some of the not-so-tame guys queueing up for drinks. When she takes a quick peek around, looking for the starving otter who

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brought her here, that same bartender apologizes for the raunchy nature of a charged-up duo in the corner. (It was a nice gesture, but I wasn’t “shocked and appalled” or anything. Still .. what a guy.) Even sweeter, when she asks where the bathroom is, he escorts her to a private one that only the employees have access to, because the stuff that goes down in the public stall is … well, you get the picture. Atlanta, you know how to pick ‘em, I swear.

Quickly: If I may address all the lesbians out there who complain that we don’t have proper bars and clubs to hit up, don’t utter another word before trying Midtown. I’m being completely serious when I say that segregation is the death-sentence to many well-intentioned party spots. Do yourselves a favor, ladies: Come out and party with me and the guys. We’ll toast the memory of Bellisima and, in the same clink, throw a welcome party for the chicks of Atlanta’s proud nightlife.

These experiences are but a fraction of the good times I’ve had at the “boys’ clubs” in Midtown. You give me more room and you bet your sweet ass you’ve got an eyefull. Until then, just trust me when I say that there’s no need to doubt that if that bar is fun for the guys, we’ll end up laughing right alongside ‘em.

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Manscaping: Skin is in Nico Stoerner, Staff Writer

With Pride on the horizon, manscaping may be on your mind. even David Beckham is a big believer. Whether you simply trim your hair, shave it smooth, or wax-on and wax-off that unwanted fur – one thing is for certain: everyone will be doing a little extra to be sure that they look their best. following is a guide to the essentials: Whether you’re a seasoned expert or a newcomer to manscaping, here are some tips to help make sure that all that effort isn’t in vain – because who wants razor bumps all over their sack or crack?

*warnInG – Before you decide to go completely hairless, remember that body

hair helps perspiration evaporate by creating a layer of air between your undergarments and your body. as well, it provides cushioning for your sensitive parts and helps prevent chafing. Be sure to stay dry and use cornstarch or other talc-free powders to absorb moisture. also – never use an electric razor on your privates unless the idea of putting them through a meat-grinder is appealing.

IT’s all aBOuT THe PresenTaTIOn… Decide on the shape you want your remaining hair to be in and the length you’re comfortable with in advance. Be sure to consider your body’s dimensions to best accentuate your features. Got a great V? try a triangle. stout and built? try a rectangle. there are no wrong answers – just be sure it is a look you are comfortable with going into it, because once it’s gone, its gone. Be PrePared no matter what method you follow, take a hot shower and clean your body. this helps the skin to relax and open your pores so you get a closer shave and less irritation while removing oils and lotions that can make shaving, waxing, and all hair treatment more difficult. mOwInG YOur lawn… Prep the area you plan to shave with a sensitive skin shaving cream (preferably one made for the body) and let it sit for a minute or two. using a fresh razor, pull the skin in the area taut and shave in the direction the hair grows, then stroke against it. Be gentle and avoid too many passes as it causes irritation. Be sure to use aftercare products like tend skin and moisturizing lotions. You will have to do this regularly to maintain, however. I’m melTInG! melTInG!!! Prefer to use a cream to melt away your pubes? Be careful to follow the instructions, and try a small area of your body first… and never, never, never use it on your genitals or nipples! 146 : OCtOBer 4, 2012

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What does your underwear say about you? Nico Stoerner, Staff Writer

THOnG: What you think it says: “look at my perfect ass. Just look at it. You know you want it.” What others think it says: f@%k me, f@%k me, f@%k me… f@%k. me.” What could be said: “Why yes, i am a fan of the devil’s floss.” JOck sTraP: What you think it says: “i’m so athletic. Could you hold my jock? …it’s kinda heavy.” What others think it says: “actually no, i haven’t showered since i went to the gym.” What could be said: “You realize no one should have ever made those in tHat size…” BrIefs: What you think it says: “i’m clean, classic, and modest. also – i like the perfect amount of support.” What others think it says: “Oh vanilla. How exciting.” What could be said: “You better make sure you don’t have any skid-marks, miss thang!” BOXer-BrIefs: What you think it says: “i’m manly, i just like support.” What others think it says: “i see you are a fan of the built in cockring. so tell us how big it really is.” What could be said: “either you’re an underwear bomber or your stuffing.” BOXers: What you think it says: “i’m butch, straight-acting, and totally not into fems.” What others think it says: “Do you have daddy issues? ‘Cause those sure do look about 30 years too old.” What could be said: “Why don’t you just f@ck!ng wear a sign that says ‘boring’ around your cock?”

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cOmmandO: What you think it says: “i’m wild. untamed. i’m a stallion.” What others think it says: “You’re either broke or into kink – because zippers are no laughing matter.” What could be said: “sleeping around is so much easier with less clothing to take off.”

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MIXX – Texas Holdʼem Poker with Nut Flush – 7PM Blakeʼs – Lust and Bust Show – 11PM Model T – Karaoke with Pat & Tina – 10PM Burkhartʼs – Humpday Karaoke – 11:30PM My Sisterʼs Room – Karaoke – 8PM Friends On Ponce – Team Trivia – 8PM Oscarʼs – ReBooT Retro – 8PM Gilberts – Trivioke – 10PM Sister Louisaʼs Church – Church Organ Karaoke – 10PM Heretic – HUMP Dress Code Night – 10PM Joeʼs on Juniper – Crazy Bitch Bingo – 8PM The Hideaway – Miss Laurenʼs Poker – 7PM Las Margaritas – Trivia – 7:30PM Trippʼs – Free Taco Bar – 5PM LeBuzz – Theme Nights – 9PM Woofs – Trivia 8PM 1 PrideMed.Fenuxe_PsychTheraphyAd_01_Layout 1 8/23/12 4:20 PM –Page 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 who 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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Happy Pride lil dumplings! As I charge up my Raskal scooter next to the Piedmont Parks, I couldn’t help but notice all the corporate sponsorships lined up to work with the LGBTQIRTIONS community. My panties depends had got a little wet with excitement when I seen all of them pairings. You go girrrlz! Of course I take my bra off to big sponsors like the Coca Colers and the Bud Lightsk but who would’ve imagined Country Croque and Hienz Ketchup working together for a Honey Boo Boo Sketti booth? Mmmmmm, I can’t wait to get my lips around that. Anthony’s Wieners are available next door as is the only 24/7 medical finger removal tent. As all you marketing queens know, location is everything! I think it is ingenious how they put the Peek-A-Boo-Boo video booths next to the Klorox bleach and booty wash. The state of Virginia has also sponsored a transvaginal probe and scavenger hunt where participants must find a g spot and other hard to find items. Males are strongly discouraged from volunteering for the probe as only womens bodies seem to be the focus. Rumor has it candidate Romney will be speaking at the IDEE Lube slip and slide which promises to be lots of fun as he also builds a log cabin which will subsequently be shipped to planet Kolob. Paul Ryen while opposed to gay marriage was really excited about his first gay dance party so he can show off his body rockin booty shorts. In all seriousness, I hope everyone has a fantastic Pride and remembers the people who paved the way for all of us. Pride is not

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just a celebration, it’s a movement. We’re all coming to the park decked out in what makes each of us feel comfortable and proud. And though some may look at you as strange, daring, or eccentric, in my eyes, you are all beautiful. I encourage you in return to look at our community as a whole and find a way to accept each and every diverse person you see because we can’t expect others to accept us if we don’t accept ourselves. In my eyes, there’s no such thing as too gay, too fem, too butch or too straight. At one time or another, I’ve been all of those things and I’m thankful I was allowed to just be who I was without judgment. Love and lashes,

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[SEPT. 23 – OCT. 22] Well aren’t you just the go-to for advice this week? Your intuition high-beams are on, but be careful not to sully your normally-gentle counsel with hardheads who really just want to rant. Sum it up for them with: “Yes, meth is still bad for you. No, you’re probably not getting the kids back.”

scorpio

[OCT. 23 – NOV. 22] All that energy and no one to expend it on. No bigs. Whip your tail back and forth in Midtown this weekend and take your pick from the impromptu harem. [Disclaimer: We recommend a gentle tail-whip, what with your recent groin injury. And by ‘groin injury,’ we mean chafed genitals.]

SAGITTARIUS

[Nov. 23 to Dec. 21] You’re broke. Fine. The good news is: It’s in your stars to rake in some “loan” money from old youknow-who again. This time, though, you can expect some carpet-burn as a, you know, “down payment.” Bite down on a rag and roll with it, Archer.

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AQUARIUS

[Jan. 20 – Feb. 18] You might want to make sure to close the curtains in your bedroom this week — privacy is key. Sure, you’ve been feeling particularly randy these past few days, but so has your Peeping Tom of a neighbor. (And really! Who would’ve expected that from an 83 year-old woman?!)

PISCES

[Feb. 19 – Mar. 20] Sign the damn contract, already! You won’t get another opportunity like this anytime soon, and honey, you’re not getting any thinner. What’ve you got to lose? It’s not like your lover is ﬁnancially stable enough to leave (yet) so there’s that. And everything in the house already has a lien on it! Get it done!

ARIES

[MAR. 21 – APR. 19] You mean well, really — the problem is your tone. Try and soften your edge with kind words. Nothing takes the blow out of “Your breath smells like you blew bubbles with dogshit all night” like sticking ‘boo bear’ on the end.

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GemIni

[May 21 – Jun. 22] You’re being really lazy when it comes to your lover’s needs. What gives? Why not try a soothing backrub in a candle-lit room instead of coming home and tossing a Wesson-soaked doubleended dildo into the boudoir? Just a thought.

CANCER

[Jun. 21 – Jul. 22] You really should have a Breathalyzer attached to your computer so you’ll stop Facebooking Instagram shots of you licking holes into magazine cutouts of True Blood stars. But then again, your sober posts about how 9-11 was an inside attack (and the occasional birther update with a “just sayin” stinger) are just as garbage. On second thought, keep drinking.

LEO

[Jul. 23- Aug. 22] The gym. Now. You’ve put this off for so long you’ve already outgrown the thirteen pairs of Walmart jogging capris you bought in January. Remember when you could see your genitals without moving stuff around? (We don’t either, but wouldn’t that be nice?)

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[Aug. 23 to Sept. 22] Out-of-towners are in your near future, so try and keep your wits about you in the midst of all the excitement. Remember last time? All those miniature ponies and penis pumps didn’t go over well at the dinner party, as I recall.

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Michelle Visage, Fred Schneider of the B52’s, and our very own Phoenix judged this drag pageant that beneﬁtted Pets Are Loving Support (PALS).

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THe Garden ParTY fundraIser 9.23.2012 • einstein’s The Health Initiative hosted this swanky fundraiser soiree.

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aTlanTa cOTIllIOn 9.15.2012 • the Foundry at Puritan Mill The gowns, the drinks, the crowning of a queen… AND vodka! It was all we could have hoped for.

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aTlanTa cOTIllIOn 9.15.2012 • the Foundry at Puritan Mill The gowns, the drinks, the crowning of a queen… AND vodka! It was all we could have hoped for.

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armOreTTes • 9.23.2012 • Burkhart’s With carnival booths, games, dunk tank, cake walk, and ‘bail your friends out of jail,’ the Armorettes played all day and night to raise money for HIV/AIDS organizations.

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Sage members honored community leader Richard G. Rhodes after he won the AGLCC Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Urban Body Studios took a stand with Ben Cohen to help raise awareness about the eﬀects of bullying and funding for Cohen’s “StandUp” Foundation.

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Jerusalem HOuse 9.28.2012 • Blake’s

Blake’s teamed up with Jerusalem House to help spread the word about the upcoming Ghosts of Hollywood on Friday, October 26.

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Aww Shit!

The Shit List

Entities and Public Figures Who Have Emerged As ‘Enemies of Dorothy’ Since Last Pride Berlin Sylvestre, Staff Writer

Mitt Romney: Last month, the GOP’s presidential nominee took to the mic and promised that, once elected, he would carve an ugly amendment into The U.S. Constitution banning gays from marrying. “I would define marriage as a relationship between a man and a woman,” he told the Faith and Freedom Coalition’s Ralph Reed. Fittingly, Romney’s running mate Paul Ryan told a crowd in Cincinnati that gay marriage simply isn’t an issue that Americans value. Interesting. At any rate, I’m sure my fellow gay Americans will agree: Nothing says, “I respect our forefathers and vow to uphold their sacred constitution” like changing it to include arbitrary religious oppression of minorities. 174 : OCtOBer 4, 2012

Chick-fil-A:

Perhaps the most polarizing company of the year, Chick-fil-A made countless headlines with its blatant (and fallible) use of the Bible to keep gays in the 21st century from marrying. The now famous “guilty as charged” proclamation from CEO Dan Cathy confirmed earlier reports that the company regularly contributes to organizations that work to keep our civil rights under their monied thumb. When Mike Huckabee gave marching orders for all the fundies to set aside a day to visit a Chick-fil-A and sing like a creepy choir of big-haired infantry, we couldn’t help but wonder what motivates people to do such things...then we remembered: Fried carbs and a revisionist’s idea of Christ. We all remember what Jesus said about the gays, right? Not a g#dd@mn thing.

Urban Outfitters:

Purple skinny jeans and staunchly conservative politics go together like U.O. and Rick Santorum, which is precisely why it’s claimed that CEO Richard Hayne pulled its “I Support Gay Marriage” T-shirts from shelves this year. Hayne and his wife have given the anti-gay former senator (who believes “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” should be reinstated, that “homosexual acts” do not deserve the constitutional right to privacy, and that same-sex parenting should become uniformly illegal in America) more than $14,000 in campaign contributions. As we all know as conscientious consumers, a dollar can mean just as much as a vote. So what better to clean up all that santorum than with the tattered remains of those U.O. “Bubble Camo Cargo Pants” you mistakenly purchased this year? (Wtf, right? We know.)

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Michele Bachmann: Whether it’s hiding in the bushes outside a gay rally at the White House (Google it–it’s hilarious) or gnashing her teeth at the suggestion that her husband is an obvious queen (Google him–it’s hilarious), Michele Bachmann has provided us with some real zingers over the past year. Famous for providing foster care to 23 kids, the (non-)issue of gays indoctrinating children is near and dear to the member of the House of Representative’s heart. Apparently, discussing the topic of gays to elementary schoolers is akin to child abuse, as it upsets a natural course for heterosexuality and plants gay seeds in their impressionable minds. She finds it unsurprising that the gay community takes a keen interest in children, as they are viewed as a “prize” for our kind. Why is she relevant? While it’s true she lost the GOP race to the White House to Romney, she still serves in our House of Representatives and is up for re-election soon. Historically, the gay rights movement takes place in bite-sized bits, so it’s in our best interest to pay attention to people in Congress who own “pray the gay away clinics” where therapists tell 17-year-old boys that they need “to be attracted to women, to the woman’s body, to be attracted to, you know, everything. You know, to be attracted to her breasts.” Child abuse indeed.

An honorable mention goes to

Rick Perry: It’s a good thing most of America feels the same way I do: Rick Perry, you’re an absolute dumbass. In an attempt to phone in some of the anti-gay votes from the glory days of Dubya during his quest to become the GOP’s presidential nominee, Perry released a campaign ad ironically titled “Strong” in which he weakly implores viewers to question what kind of country we live in when gays openly serve in our military while children can’t celebrate Christmas in school. Two things: First, way to gay-bash our gay brethren who bravely wear their country’s uniform in a time of war. I’m sure all those gay soldiers who died in defense of this nation really appreciate your support. Second, the American Taliban elementary school you speak of doesn’t exist. We remember Christmas parties, in spite of the “liberal attacks on religion.” The result: The most disliked political video on YouTube ever. Rick, Rick, Rick. I couldn’t figure out if you seriously thought shameless gay hate was still en vogue or if you were trying to divert our attention from that Closet–Case–Cowboy Syndrome.

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