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BAR BRAWL $750K Judgment in Yearlong Case

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WILTON MANORS — After a ruling this fall by Broward County Circuit Court Judge Marc Gold, a Consent Final Judgment has been issued requiring the payment of $750,000 damages by Matty’s on the Drive to plaintiffs Jackson Padgett and Mark Negrete, the owners of Georgie’s Alibi. The case made headlines this fall as part of a backdrop of other legal actions between Padgett and Negrete and Terry Norman and George Kessinger, the former owners of the Alibi, one of whom, Norman, is a principal in Matty’s, which opened in 2008 at the north end of Wilton Drive. In February, another judge ruled that Norman and Kessinger had made knowing fraudulent misrepresentations of material facts in their sale of the Alibi to Padgett and Negrete, which entitled them to $255,000 in damages. In his ruling, Judge Gold found that Norman, who is listed as an officer of Matty’s on the Drive’s operating entity (NAG Bar, LLC), violated a non-compete agreement he had with Padgett and Negrete when he entered into a business relationship with Matty’s. According to the decision, the $750,000 judgment against Matty’s and Norman resulted from “intentional, malicious, and willful acts” to harm the plaintiffs. It also says that Norman and Matty’s agreed to the terms of the judgment’s settlement.H

Miami Beach in Finals to Host 2017 worldOutgames MIAMI BEACH—The Gay and Lesbian International Sport Association (GLISA) last week announced its shortlist of bidders for the fourth edition of worldOutgames, with Miami Beach and Reykjavík, Iceland named the finalists to host the event in 2017. Daniel Vaudrin, Co-President of GLISA, which serves as the governing body of the worldOutgames, told reporters, “We have two amazing cities for our members to choose between at our selection meeting in Antwerp in February 2013. Both cities are very different from each other and each is equally exciting in its own way.” Denver, Rio de Janeiro, and Rome were also considered. Officials say that a site inspection team will visit both cities to prepare a report for GLISA to review before making the final selection in February.

Courtyard Café Puts the Pedal Down for Kids in Distress Bicycles WILTON MANORS — Each year, Shawn and Nick’s Courtyard Café holds a holiday toy drive to benefit Kids in Distress, the counseling and health center with a mission to prevent child abuse, preserve families, and treat children who have been abused and neglected. Courtyard co-owners Nick Berry and Shawn Bombard, along with Berry’s life partner and several key benefactors have so far collected over 80 new bicycles, which will be lined up in front of their flagship restaurant on Monday, December 19, before they deliver them by truck to the child welfare service organization located on N.E. 26 Street in Wilton Manors. Those bikes, and other toys donated by those filled with the holiday spirit, will be on display at Berry and Bush’s annual by-invitation-only Christmas Benefit, which will be held on December 15. Courtyard Café and its owners have a long history of working with area charities and service organizations,

both within and outside the LGBT community, with an eye to helping those in need. (An abbreviated list includes Hospice of Gold Coast, Poverello, Broward House, the Pride Center at Equality Park, Women in Network, the Ryan White Foundation, in addition to Kids in Distress.) Berry and Bush particularly credit five “top sponsors, without whom we could not have made this happen,” Berry noted. He especially thanked John and Cheryl McCully, Terry Syrcle, the Wilton Manors Development Alliance (WMDA), Marsha Milot, and Tony Dee of Tropics, who personally donated 20 bicycles. “My biggest sponsor,” Berry said of Dee. “Last year, we had 48 bikes,” Berry told the Agenda. “Right now, I have 80 and we’re expecting another 20—at least—by the time we take them over to the kids. I’m going to have to rent the biggest U-Haul ever to deliver these.”

Gay Activist Expresses “Thoughts on Charlie Crist’s Coming Out” as a Democrat WILTON MANORS — On Sunday, Greater Fort Lauderdale-based LGBT right activist Michael Rajner posted on Facebook his “initial thoughts on Charlie Crist’s [political] coming out” and “on the White House and [Obama

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For America] selling Florida to [him].” Rajner, who serves on a number of state and local private, political, and policy entities, said that OFA

has “done an end run around [the Florida Democratic Party’s] process” in throwing its support behind the former Florida Governor. He added, “They can go screw themselves.” In a photo attached to the post, Rajner noted that, among other things, “As Florida Governor, Crist actively campaigned in the ‘culture war’ against LGBT people to add discrimination of LGBT Floridians in the state constitution,” and that he “did nothing as Florida’s AIDS Drug Assistance Program set a shameful national record.” “Why support Charlie Crist, who has all the integrity of a used car salesman?” Rajner asked.

PB Human Rights Council Calls for Boca to Extend Partner Benefits BOCA RATON—Last week, the Palm Beach County Human Rights Council (PBCHRC) again requested that the Boca Raton City Council recognize the domestic partners of city employees as family members, and to extend them the benefits received by legally-recognized spouses. “We’re asking the city of Boca Raton to do what the city of West Palm Beach did in February 1992 – 20 years ago,” PBCHRC President Rand Hoch said. “We’re not asking for anything radical. We’re asking for them to treat their employees and their employees’ families equally.” Domestic partnership benefits are currently offered by the Palm Beach County municipalities of Delray Beach, Jupiter, Lake Worth, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington, and West Palm Beach, and also by Palm Beach County, the Palm Beach County School District, the Port of Palm Beach, the Palm Beach County Health Care District, Palm Beach State College, the Children’s Services Council, Palm Tran, Seacoast Utility Authority, the Solid Waste Authority and all five of Palm Beach County’s elected officials. Hoch said that Boca Raton is Palm Beach County’s biggest city that isn’t on that list. “They are talking maybe three to five employees, at most,” he added. “You are either going to treat people fairly or you are going to discriminate against them.”H

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U.S. Supreme Court to Take Up Gay Marriage Cases WASHINGTON, DC — On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court stepped into the charged debate over same-sex marriage by agreeing to review two court challenges to federal and state legislation that restricts the legal definition of marriage to the union between a man and a woman. The justices announced that they would not only review the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), the law that denies married gay couples the same federal benefits received by heterosexual couples, but that they will also consider the challenge to California’s Proposition 8, the state law that prohibits gay marriage which was narrowly approved by voters in 2008. The second review came as a surprise to many experts. Both supporters and opponents of marriage equality say they are optimistic about the outcome of the justices’ ruling. The high court is expected to hear arguments in the two cases as early as March, with a decision to come by the end of June. In 31 states, voters or state legislatures have passed laws—including state constitutional amendments—that prohibit same-sex marriage, while the District of Columbia and nine states—three of them last month— have legalized it. In October, a Pew Research survey found that 49 percent of Americans support marriage equality, while 40

percent oppose it. In May, President Barack Obama became the first sitting American president to support the right of same-sex couples to get marry. Yet even where it is legal, married same-sex couples do not qualify for a host of federal benefits because the 1996 Defense of Marriage Act, passed by Congress, recognizes only marriages between a man and a woman.

At Princeton, Scalia Grilled about Questionable Gay Remarks PRINCETON, NJ — On December 10, during a lecture at Princeton University, Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia was grilled by an openly-gay student about legal opinions he has written that have been called homophobic. Speaking on Monday at the Ivy League school, Scalia was asked why he considers laws that ban sodomy the equivalent of laws that prohibit murder and bestiality. “It’s a form of argument that I thought you would have known, which is called the ‘reduction to the absurd,’” Scalia, 76, told student Duncan Hosie. “If we cannot have moral feelings against homosexuality, can we have it against murder? Can we have it against other things?” added Scalia, who is touring the nation to promote his new book, “Reading Law.” He said that lawmakers can prohibit behaviors that they consider immoral, an opinion that is consistent with his dissent in the 2003 Lawrence v. Texas

Scalia: Constitution is “dead”

decision, a 6 to 3 high court ruling that struck down sodomy laws nation wide. Scalia’s Princeton lecture came on the heels of the high court’s decision to hear two appeals that could have far-reaching impact on the federal definition of marriage (see companion article, “The Supremes: Does ‘14’ Add Up to Equality? The Key to Gay Marriage is in the 14th Amendment,” Page 13). Scalia, who is the longest-serving justice on the current court, also took a swipe at those who consider the Constitution to be a “living document.” “It isn’t a living document,” he countered. “It’s dead, dead, dead, dead.”

Mormon Church Leaders Call for Openness with Gay Membersy SALT LAKE CITY, UT — In a dramatic policy shift, leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS, or Mormon Church) have launched a new Website aimed at gay church members and those non-gay members who are interested in a more meaningful discussion about homosexuals within the church. Leaders were quick to clarify that their shift towards a compassionate conversation does not alter church teachings about the definition of marriage as between one man and one woman, but the site—“Love One Another: A Discussion on Same-Sex Attraction”—calls for “love” and openness in facing the challenges of being gay and LDS. “Reconciling same-sex attraction with a religious life can present an especially trying dilemma,” the site’s presentation states, in an appeal to keep gay members within the fold. “Anyone who lives in both worlds can attest to its difficulty. But with faith, love and perspective, it can be done.” “Same-sex attraction itself is not a sin, but yielding to it is,” the site explains. “However, through repentance Jesus Christ will offer forgiveness.” The presentation notes that gay Mormons who are not engaged in same-sex relationships can enjoy “full fellowship in the church.” It added that LDS authorities will stop “advis[ing]” gay members to “marry those of the opposite sex.”H

HEALTHWATCH In Experimental Treatment, Disabled HIV Cells Destroy Leukemia PHILADELPHIA, PA — Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have developed an experimental treatment in which mutated HIV cells have been used to “reprogram” patients’ immune systems to be able to kill cells causing acute lymphoblastic leukemia, according to findings presented on Monday, December 10 at a meeting of the American Society of Hematology in Atlanta. The results represent the achievement of years of research into finding a means of enabling a cancer patient’s own immune system to permanently fight off the disease. Under the treatment, millions of a patient’s T-cells (a form of white blood cell) are removed, and new genes are introduced that allow the T-cells to destroy cancer cells. The treatment utilizes a disabled form of HIV, based on the virus’ ability to introduce genetic material into T-cells. The new genes reprogram the T-cells to fight off B-cells, which are part of the immune system that leukemia turns malignant. In successful cases, when the altered T-cells are reintroduced into the patient, they multiply and destroy the cancer cells. The researchers say their goal is for the new treatment to eventually replace bonemarrow transplantation, a difficult procedure which is the last option available for many living with leukemia and similar conditions. Using the same technique, the study authors hope they can reprogram a patient’s immune system to treat prostate and breast cancer.H

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BARNEY FRANK: A GAY LION, IN WINTER By CLIFF DUNN

n January, U.S. Rep. Barney Frank (D-MA) closes a distinguished legislative career that began at the dawn of the modern gay rights movement. Frank, who chaired the House Financial Services Committee until last year, was the first Member of Congress to come out (in 1987), and is considered America’s most prominent LGBT elected official.

I think the groundwork is laid for a successful Obama term by far. And out of that is going to become recognition on the part of the public that government does good things. Three years from now people are going to be very pleased with the [ObamaCare] health care bill. Three years from now, the financial reform bill will have been seen to be very good. The whole “issue” over LGBT rights is diminishing, and people are going to understand that we were right. There’s one more thing I’m going to be pushing the President to do. We are now in a position, given the nature of the world, to reduce substantially our military expenditures. There is no need for us to be all over the world. That is a way for us to free up significant funds—$100 million a year— [and] we will still be a lot stronger than we need to be. We could free up $100 million a year, so that we could accomplish a lot of important things for the quality of life, through government, and still reduce deficit. Create a “peace dividend?” —And spend it in such a way that is [both] socially beneficial and politically beneficial. Will you project yourself 10 years into the future—20 years, even—and tell me how you think the future of LGBT rights will look? I believe 10 years from now we will have a national law banning discrimination in employment based on sexual orientation and gender identity. I believe people will be allowed to marry in most of the U.S., not all of it, [but] in 20 years I think all of it. And I think the fight for legal equality will have been essentially won if we keep it up. The mistake generals have sometimes made at the point of victory is to relax. If we keep up the pressure, in 10 years we will have full legal equality.H

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Elected to the House in 1980 (with 52 percent of votes cast), he witnessed firsthand the nation’s long march to LGBT rights, culminating personally for him this summer with his marriage to his longtime partner, James Ready. The distinguished gentleman from Massachusetts was in Fort Lauderdale last month to attend this year’s “Stonewall Stars: Turning the Tide,” which was held on November 17 at The Manor. The event was hosted by the Stonewall National Museum and Archives (SNMA) to celebrate the achievements of local and national individuals who further the cause of LGBT rights. He spoke with the Florida Agenda in an exclusive interview just minutes prior to his historic South Florida appearance. Where has your life intersected with the gay rights movement? My political career and the movement for LGBT equality

an airport men’s room. Craig’s disgrace and fall from politics (he did not seek re-election in 2008) were depicted in the 2009 documentary “Outrage.” The June 7, 2010 issue of Newsweek listed Craig as one of several prominent conservative officials whose careers as promoters of anti-gay legislation were bookended with gay sex scandals. How do you think history will remember Larry Craig? I think as a hypocrite. In 1995, House Majority Leader Dick Armey (R-TX) referred to Frank as “Barney Fag” during a radio interview. Claiming it had been a slip of the tongue Armey tried to squash disclosure of the remark, and later attacked the news media for reporting it. How will history recall Dick Armey? As a temporary phenomenon. He rose to power because the Republican Party won an election [the 1994 mid-terms] in which it didn’t have any real leaders available. He will go down, I think, as one of the most temporarily overrated people in American history. Has President Obama’s reelection paved the way for a new political re-alignment? The Democrats have a chance now to establish a very solid majority for two reasons: One of them is [demographics]. The other is that we are the party of government. We believe in the private sector, and the Republicans used to believe in government, too, before the “crazies” took over. The issue was, “Where is the line between the two?” We’ve tended to want a bigger role for the government, the Republicans a bigger role for the private sector. What you have now is, we are poised I think to see people [thinking] better of government. In the first place, I think you’re going to see the economy do very well in the next four years.

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are about the same age. [The] Stonewall [Riots] in 1969 really begins the modern movement for the rights of sexual minorities, and I got elected to the Massachusetts legislature three years later. I got to participate in the second gay rights parade in the history of Boston. I filed the first legislation for gay rights in Massachusetts because the gay rights groups that were just forming asked everyone who was running that year to sponsor the legislation, and I was the only one who said “yes.” Is there someone in American politics to whom you would like to be favorably compared? When you are asked to evaluate yourself, you are either humble in a way that isn’t credible, or arrogant in a way that isn’t attractive. There is one I would like to be compared to: Thaddeus Stevens [is historically] underappreciated. [He was] a Republican Senator from Pennsylvania before the Civil War who was a fierce believer in the equality of the races. He worked hard to accomplish it. He was a very pragmatic fanatic. And that’s what I’ve tried to be. Pragmatism is procedural. I believe it is important to take strong positions. What’s key is once you’ve taken the position, once you’ve arrived with your ideals, then you should be pragmatic about implementing them. In 1989, the House Ethics Committee investigated Frank concerning allegations that he was aware of illegal activities committed by an ex-lover. Frank requested the investigation “in order to insure that the public record is clear,” with the committee finding no evidence of Frank’s involvement, and the House voting 408–18 to reprimand him. Efforts to expel Frank from the House were led by U.S. Rep. Larry Craig, an Idaho Republican whose own notoriety was assured when he was arrested in 2007 for lewd conduct while soliciting gay sex in

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“All politics is local.” – Tip O’Neill “You don’t sh** where you eat, and you definitely don’t sh** where I eat.” –Tony Soprano

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elcome to the relaunch issue of the Florida Agenda. We hope you like and find value in the improvements we have made to both this journal and its sister publication, Guy Magazine. Thank you for your past and ongoing support, patronage, and honest criticisms, all of which have helped make this publication a community newspaper through and through. Walking through the Gayborhood, you will notice the presence of small signs (perhaps too small) posted in retail and other windows enjoining you to spend your money locally this holiday season. It’s a worthy message, and one that Multimedia Platforms (the publisher of the Agenda and Guy) encourages you to put into practice as we close the remaining days of 2012—Mayan apocalypse predictions notwithstanding— prior to the end of Hanukkah (which runs through December 16), Kwanzaa (December 26 to January 1), and Christmas (you should know this one). In this modern age of convenience, there are plenty of options available to a savvy shopper, and as the economy remains tepid, it is natural and smart to be discriminating with your hardearned dollars. Last week, my partner and I attended the Wilton Manors Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. As the musical ensemble on stage played their hearts out, our friend Krishan Manners came up to us and said—perennially-impish grin in place, and without a hint of irony, “Welcome to small-town living.” And wouldn’t you know we were standing on the city’s main street, Wilton Drive. That ideal—and idyll—of a

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community built upon a foundation that includes gay gentrification is precisely the “promise” of Greater Fort Lauderdale’s gay ghetto (or ‘village,’ if your sensibilities prefer) to so many people around the country and the world who dream of living, working, and playing in a spot just like this. We do our parts by ensuring that this Gayborhood—a goose responsible for laying so many golden eggs—is properly nourished,

fed, watered and cared for; in short, sustained through the economic power that makes LGBT consumers the envy of every demographic and the target of every brand and commodity. A recent survey for Shop.org found that shoppers on Cyber Monday spent an average $194.46 online, which was more than the average person spent online over the (Thanksgiving) weekend just preceding it ($172.42). Don’t misunderstand me: in my house, we love us some eBay (and Amazon), but imagine the economic—and quality of life— impact to our community if that $366.88 four-day spending average

had been spent in the Shoppes of Wilton Manors, or at Strawberry Plaza (home of Matty’s on the Drive and other establishments), or in To The Moon Marketplace, Out of the Closet, The Outlet, Island City Eyecare, LeatherWerks, 4 Men Clothing, Tropics, Tropixxx, or any of dozens of other local merchants who create jobs and a tax base for our community, our city, and our county. It builds the foundation for more gay—and yes, even some notso-gay—men and women to build their lives here in this place we call paradise and home. In the 13 shopping days remaining until Christmas (and the eight left until my birthday), take a moment and consider how much of your remaining shopping—and spending—can be done with merchants and venues where that money is best likely to make a positive impact in your own back yard (and preferably those where, even if the owners or management aren’t precisely a “mom” or a “pop,” you can be pretty sure that they at least have one). Taking your money out of the local economy sends a message that you don’t support local businesses and local jobs. By spending here, with the people in your Gayborhood, you likewise display front and center your willingness to serve as a steward for the greater community, since shopping local means saving gas and wear and tear to your car—and the planet (putting the “green” back into the season, in an enviromental way). In this case, size doesn’t matter: large purchases, small purchases, gift cards—the world’s best shopping district outside of Naples, Italy is to be found right here on our doorsteps. During the holidays and at every time of the year, home is what we make of it.H

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THE SUPREMES: DOES “14” ADD UP TO EQUALITY? By JOE HARRIS

rule whether California’s 2008 statewide voter-approved referendum violates the equal protection rights of gay couples trying to get married. That referendum—which passed by a 52 to 48 percent margin—was a reaction to the California Supreme Court decision that the state constitution recognized the right of same-sex couples to marry. In the five months after that ruling, about 20,000 marriage licenses were issued to samesex couples in California, while opponents of gay marriage mobilized to place the matter up for a popular plebiscite. When a number of same-sex couples challenged the voterapproved law in federal court on the grounds that the referendum violated their constitutional right to marry, a federal judge declared it unconstitutional, and on appeal, a panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals also ruled against Proposition 8. However, instead of deciding that the U.S. Constitution provides a right to gay marriage, the appeals court found the statewide initiative violated the rights of gay couples by taking away a right that had already been granted by the California Supreme Court, thus denying them equal protection. In his dissent to the 6 to 3 Lawrence v. Texas ruling, Justice Antonin Scalia wrote, “Today’s opinion dismantles the structure of constitutional law that has permitted a distinction to be made between heterosexual and homosexual unions, insofar as formal recognition in marriage is concerned.” The question remains to be answered if that structure—much like the one that for centuries supported racist marriage laws—is ready to be finally and permanently dismantled.H

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rights decisions of the high court (Romer v. Evans in 1996, and Lawrence v. Texas in 2003) were both written by Justice Anthony Kennedy. Although both of those rulings dramatically increased the law’s recognition of LGBT rights, experts cannot predict where Kennedy will fall in the deciding upon the DOMA and Proposition 8 appeals. Much as the Warren Court did in 1967 in striking down racist marriage laws, Kennedy’s opinion in the 2003 Lawrence decision found that society’s moral disapproval of a practice isn’t sufficient reason to uphold a law that bans it. In a rash of recent lower court rulings in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York (most of them written by federal judges appointed during the administrations of both Bush41 and Bush-43), DOMA and other laws that draw differences between straight and gay marriage have been struck down. Of the two cases up for a high court decision (which is likely to come down in June), the justices have agreed to take up the appeal of an elderly New York City woman, Edith Windsor, who is challenging DOMA’s prohibition on married same-sex couples from receiving over 1,100 federal benefits— including spousal participation in health insurance coverage, joint filing of federal tax returns, and Social Security survivor payments, among many others—that are already guaranteed to straight married couples. Windsor’s lawyers argue that Congress had no valid reason when it passed DOMA in 1996 to deny equal federal benefits granted to heterosexual married couples to similarly-situated gay spouses whose marriages are recognized in states where it is legal. In the case of the Proposition 8 appeal, the justices must

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would be tantamount in some respects to the court’s decision in the landmark 1954 case of Brown v. Board of Education, which declared as unconstitutional state laws that established “separate but equal” public schools for black and white students. Another decision that informs that arguments of gay marriage advocates is a less familiar Supreme Court ruling, Loving v. Virginia in 1967. In that decision, the court under Chief Justice Earl Warren found anti-miscegenation laws (which banned interracial marriages in more than a dozen states) to be unconstitutional, despite the fact that at that time much of society looked down upon such unions. Should the Roberts Court interpret ‘14’ in the same “spirit” as the Warren Court did in 1954 in 1967, it will trample over the central thesis used by opponents of marriage equality, who claim they are merely defending the traditional definition of a union between one man and one woman. (That definition fails to account for the more than 100,000 same-sex marriages that have taken place in the U.S. since 2004.) In a similar fashion as the Warren Court in the Brown decision, Chief Justice John Roberts & Co. must here decide how equal protection is applied to cases involving the sexual orientation of a “married” (or seeking-to-bemarried) couple. There is reason for both sides to crow their optimism, since at this point it isn’t clear how the justices will rule in this quinella of cases. The opinions DOMA plaintiff: Edith Windsor in the last two gay

n Friday, December 7, the justices of the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to rule upon two separate cases involving marriage equality. The appeals concern the two most famous—and egregious—examples of modern “Jim Queer” legislation: the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) and California Proposition 8. These laws and others on the state level have formed the basis of the separate but equal (and more often not equal) framework for modern American marriage laws, with some states (including three just last month) and the District of Columbia taking the “Some Like It Hot” approach, permitting full access to legal marriage and its benefits, while 31 others—and Uncle Sam himself—forbidding its recognition. What the Supremes did NOT do last Friday was agree to rule on whether the U.S. Constitution guarantees a right to same-sex marriage. Rather, the justices will decide whether such measures as DOMA and Prop 8 deny homosexual citizens their rights under the Equal Protection Clause of the document’s 14th Amendment. If a majority of justices agree that such is the case, the ruling

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Putting the “Gay” (and “La”) into Lunch oMiami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce/ GALLA present a once-a-month networking luncheon designed for legal professionals. Network with other LGBT professionals in your field and others, listen to guest speakers, and of course, mingle. Starting at 11:30 a.m., at The Restaurant at City Hall in Downtown Miami, 2004 Biscayne Blvd.

We-Heart-Hearts: “Boy Sees Hearts” Boy Launches New Book oWhat began with the shape of a heart seen in a puddle of melted ice cream has since transformed into a viral sensation. Local gay artist Eric Telchin follows up on his “Boy Sees Hearts” project with a hardcover book, “See A Heart, Share A Heart,” which chronicles Telchin’s ‘found heart’ art, from 2009 to present, via photographs and short text. Meet him in person and purchase a signed copy of the book, a great holiday gift for all ages, at 4 p.m. in the Stationer on Sunrise, 247 Sunrise Ave., Palm Beach.

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oPresented by the Gay & Lesbian Lawyers Network (GLLN), this holiday party doubles as a fundraiser for the Community Foundation of Broward. With a $10 suggested donation, you get two free premium drinks, and unlimited gourmet appetizers. At 6 p.m. at Blue Martini in the Galleria Mall, 2432 E Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.

South Beach Loves Its Toys: HoliGay Party & Toy Drive oFor just the cost of a Furby, you can enjoy free food and a 42 Below Vodka open bar. No cover, just bring an unwrapped toy to reap these holly jolly benefits, thanks to the Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce. From 6-9 p.m. at the LGBT Visitor Center, 1130 Washington Ave., Miami Beach.

Do You Hear What I Hear? Gay Men’s Chorus “Mighty Sounds of Joy” oIf you’re looking for a festive, gay old way to ring in the holidays, the Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida (GMCSF) performs a cavalcade of 19 songs and medleys (both traditional and novelty) that are sure to get you in the holiday spirit. From the faith-inspired “O Come All Ye Faithful,” to the naughty (and nice) “Santa Baby,” there’s a little something for everyone. The tickets for both Friday and Saturday performances have already sold out, so get your Thursday night tickets while they last. All shows start at 8 p.m., at the Sunshine Cathedral, 1480 SW 9 Ave., Fort Lauderdale.

The Most Famous Tool of the Holidays: Moscow Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” oTchaikovsky’s classic—and classical— ballet comes to life from December 13-15. This timeless tale follows the young Clara as she cavorts with soldiers, mice, various candy, and of course, a nutcracker. (Don’t fairy tales always look a bit deranged on paper?) Starting at 8 p.m., at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach.

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Miami Gay Men’s Chorus: Maya Apocalypse is Better Than Your Apocalypse o“A Very Merry Apocalypse to You” runs December 1416, with show times at 8 p.m. December 14 and 15, and 3 p.m. December 16. For the Grinch in each one of us, this lovably jaded celebration of the holidays offers a “realistic” approach to our impending doom (assuming the Mayans were right) Sign of the Apocalypse: Dick Clark died in 2012, so there’s no one to ring in the New Year! The band played while the Titanic sank, so the Miami Gay Men’s Chorus wants to sing you off with a BANG, celebrating with traditional and not-so-traditional fare alike. At the Colony Theater, 1040 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach.

Fanboy’s Wet Dream: Smash-Con oComic book lovers rejoice. Smash-Con is a local comic convention that’s held in an adult setting. The 21+ event is at Green Room (formerly China White and Jet), 109 SW 2 Ave., Fort Lauderdale, beginning at 9 p.m., and includes loads of vendors with commercial comics, indie titles, trade paperbacks, games, toys, art, arts and crafts, and even local baked goods. Attendees are encouraged to come in costume, so bust out that latex and Crisco, because it’s gonna be a long night.

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The Emperor’s New Ball at the Manor 3rd Anniversary Party oIn a supreme act of holiday giving, The Manor Restaurant and Entertainment Complex is hosting a toy drive to benefit Kids In Distress the same night as their 3-Year Anniversary Party. DJ Terrance Lalley provides music for the toy drive while guest DJs Dave and Gerardo mix for the Emperor’s Ball ancient Rome themed event, running ’til 4 a.m., with a cast including Empress Erika Norella and a cadre of muscle gladiators. Runs from 11 p.m. - 4 a.m. at The Manor Complex, 2345 Wilton Dr., Wilton Manors.

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Strap on Your… Boogie Shoes: KC & the Sunshine Band oContrary to some critics, disco isn’t dead. This year has seen something of a Renaissance for disco (Beyoncé, Scissor Sisters, Azealia Banks, and others), but they all owe props to Miami’s own KC & the Sunshine Band, still led by front man Harry Casey. Strap on your boogie shoes, do a little dance, make a little love, and get down tonight. At 8 p.m. in the Hard Rock Live, 5747 Seminole Way, Hollywood.

Hello, Sailor: The North Beach Village Boat Parade oIf a swanky holiday nautical-influenced party floats your boat, North Beach Village’s Boat Parade Party will have all hands on deck. A grand boat parade featuring ice sculpture demonstrations, food, drinks, and a special appearance from Santa Claus make this event fun and family (and “family”) friendly. Begins at 6 p.m. with viewing along the Intracoastal and North Bayshore Drive in Fort Lauderdale.

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Be Treated Like Royalty at the Royal T oYou want to see and be seen in the scene? Want another chance to sport that bathing suit before temps drop all the way down into the 70s? The sparkling heated pools, affordable cover ($5!), and music sets by DJs Jason Gonzalez & Chuck Knowles all point to “yes.” This winter (and we use that term loosely), Royal T Dance is not one to miss. Starting at 2 p.m. at the Royal Palms Resort and Spa, 717 Breakers Ave., Fort Lauderdale.

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Therapy Anyone? Steve Solomon in “My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish ... And I’m Home for the Holidays” oItalian and Yiddish are two very ‘audible’ languages. Now, think of one being yelled by your mother and the other by your father. Toss in a “home for the holidays” subplot, and you have a recipe for the perfect storm. A follow up to “...And I’m In Therapy,” and “...I’m Still In Therapy,” “...and I’m Home for the Holidays” is the perfect pre-game for those preparing to brave their own holidays at home. At 7:30 p.m. at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach.

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oBallads and sequins and habits: Oh my! Based on the 1992 film starring Whoopi Goldberg, this musical is a cult—ha!—classic. Revisit Deloris Von Cartier as she flees from the mob, poses as a nun, and seeks refuge in a San Francisco convent. The results are disco, song, dance, and lots of laughs. At 8 p.m. at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW 5 Ave., Fort Lauderdale.

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aturday, December 1 brought the annual World AIDS Day Candlelight Vigil and walk to the Gayborhood. Some 2,800 participants gathered to remember those lost to the terrible disease. Everyone met at

Equality Park for the Red Hot Dance Party, with The Village Pub team running the bars and all money that was raised from the $15 entry benefiting the Pride Center. Hosts Nikki Adams and Tiffany Arieagus performed to a crowd that included business networker Drew Miller, hotelier Jim Durhan and trans activist and author Rajee Rajindra Narinesingh, whose new book, “Beyond Face Value,” is now available on Amazon. On Sunday, (left) and an December 2, sm el Hu William ) flank ich! Partners eCarlo (right Greater Fort Sykes Sandwelopment Czar Terry Dthe Broward Center. ter) at use Dev Broward Ho ian Wanda Sykes (cen Lauderdale comed hosted comedian Wanda Sykes, who wowed everyone at the Broward Hagen Park to sign the famous Center for the Performing Arts. Guests including quilt and enjoy the evening’s camaraderie. AIDS does Michael Anderson from AHF, who rolled with laughter not discriminate, so it was fitting that there were men, as the sharp-witted and sharp-tongued performer left women and children of all races and walks of life who no stone unturned. Also on Sunday, Edy Mulyanto and came together. The walk went down Wilton Drive the staff at Dapur celebrated their one year anniversary. to the Pride Center at Equality Park, passing all the Keith Blackburn and photographer Michael Murphy bars and raising cheers and applause. It was a sight to were amongst the crowd on hand to enjoy the special behold, and this year everyone held glow sticks in place tapas and cocktail menu. One such cocktail was the of candles. exceptional Lychee-Tini!

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Once everyone arrived at the Pride Center, they were treated to inspirational messages and talks from Terry De Carlo, Stacy Hyde and others. (Sadly, everyone was going to have to wait for Sunday to hear from Wanda Sykes, who had been anticipated at the vigil.) Afterwards, the crowd headed to the warehouse at

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On Wednesday, December 5, two great events continued the spirit of giving. The Manor hosted the 3rd annual “A Toy’s Story” event (and speaking of “3rds,” The Manor hosts its 3rd Anniversary this Saturday; happy “birthday,” boys). The organizers—including local philanthropist Marc Silverstone—asked people to

bring one unwrapped toy and pay a $15 advanced entry, with all proceeds of the donation going to Jessica June Children’s Cancer Foundation. Amongst the attendees was Reece Darham of Island City Health and Fitness (and RBC-fame), who said, “It is a fantastic night for a great charity that is in actual need right now.” As guests chatted, an endless parade of toys—including bikes, scooters, cars, soft toys and so much more—passed in view. The silent auction included designer sunglasses, art, sports memorabilia, gift bags from local gyms and doctors, as well as a host of travel-related lots, including a three-night stay at the Ritz London and a night’s stay at the W Fort Lauderdale. Swank. Also that evening, a little walk down the drive to

Santa Babies: Kevin Murdoch (left), Drew Miller

Nuts About Yogurt found a silent auction of art from local artist Victor (or “Veto,” as he is known) benefiting the Brian Neal Fitness and Health Foundation. Guests enjoyed cheese and wine while bidding against one another (like eBay, only in person, and without the trauma). Felix DeBruin, Executive Director of the Brian Neal Foundation, said, “Live healthy, moderation is the key to everything. Moderation is the core of the Foundation.” I would add to that live well, give generously, and laugh heartily!H

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FORT LAUDERDALE/WILTON MANORS ALIBI 2266 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors Gayborhood tradition since 1997. Comfortable, inviting atmosphere with indoor video bars, outdoor drinking and dining. Drink specials all week, with mammoth 22-ounce Long Island Iced Teas for $3 on Thursdays. BILL’S FILLING STATION 2209 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors Videos, pool tables, dart boards, dance floor, happy hour, live shows, Tuesday and Thursday karaoke – and great burgers, to boot. Fun and friendly truck-stopthemed bar. BOARDWALK 1721 N Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale Over 100 of the sexiest men from all over the world. Go-go dancers, cages, billiards, 2-4-1 Happy Hours. Drag emcees and did we mention the Boys? BOOM 2232 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors The bar with two names features a dance club and Gayborhood bar. Drag Bingo on Mondays, karaoke Mondays and Tuesdays, dance music Fridays and Saturdays, and (indoor) Sunday T-Dance.

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CORNER PUB 1915 N Andrews Ave., Wilton Manors Friendly atmosphere, unpretentious clientele and staff. Next to Island City Pizza (so you can get your drink AND your slice on). CUBBY HOLE 823 N Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale Butch bar and grill with a rockin’ daytime crowd (and a fun nighttime one, too). Fifty cent pool, 2-for-1 drinks all day every day, video games, hot movies on HDTV and DirecTV. Thursdays it’s Bare Bear Chest Night, and every Friday and Saturday the fur flies with Hot Bears on Poles (where their Grizzlies Grind)! DEPOT CABANA BAR AND GRILL 2935 N Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale Adjacent to the America’s Best Inn and Suites. Pool open daily – No Cover or Day Pass. Great food, daily happy hour, Sunday afternoon T-Dance Poolside. Karaoke and live music. Open daily at 11:30 a.m. DUDES 3270 NE 33rd St., Fort Lauderdale Men dancing for men. Hot go-go boys in an upscale atmosphere, piano lounge for more quiet interludes. Steamy shower shows. JOHNNY’S 1116 W Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale Club, bar, lounge. Male dancers and the men who love (to ogle) them. Sunday amateur strip contest (and karaoke!).

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LIPS 1421 E Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park The Ultimate in Drag Dining. Dinner and shows six nights a week. Sunday Gospel Brunch with the Sisters of Sequins. THE MANOR 2345 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors WeHo vibe (think: LA’s The Abbey) in the heart of the Gayborhood. Dine, drink, dance, play, mingle. Theme rooms (salsa and merengue every weekend in the Latin Quarter!). Live dancing and dining. MATTY’S ON THE DRIVE 2426 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors Drink specials, billiards, and a chill gayborhood vibe. 75 Cent drinks on Wednesdays. No Drama, No Smoking.

MONKEY BUSINESS 2740 N Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale Cozy neighborhood bar. Karaoke, drag shows, Patio Bar – and open at 9 a.m. daily. MONA’S 502 E Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale Cocktail Lounge in the heart of Searstown. Fun customers, fun bartenders and fun proprietor (the Legendary Jerry). Outside patio. Wednesday karaoke, Thursday Speedball Tournament. NAKED GRAPE 2163 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors Relaxing, friendly, hip, unique. The alternative gathering place on Wilton Dr. Now serving tapas nightly. Social Hour features $5 house wine glasses, $1 Barcelona Bites, and In The Biz all the time. PJ’S CORNER POCKET 924 N Flagler Dr., Fort Lauderdale Friendly neighborhood interracial bar with drinks specials every night of the week including, “In the Biz Mondays” at 9 p.m. with 2-4-1 drinks and $3 Cosmos and Apple Martinis, “Splash Friday’s” wet underwear contest, and Sunday’s pool tournament, both with a $50 cash prize! RAMROD 1508 NE 4th Ave., Fort Lauderdale Voted World’s Favorite Leather Bar. Pig Dance first Saturday of the month – South Florida’s Busiest, Craziest Monthly Party (with caged hunks at Midnight on Saturdays – is there a downside to this?). ROSIE’S BAR & GRILL 2449 Wilton Dr., Wilton Manors Nexus of the A-Gay List. Be Seen in the Scene (without making one). Food, folks, libations, and a killer Sunday Funday. SCANDALS SALOON 3073 NE 6th Ave., Wilton Manors A line-dancin’, tight blue jeans-wearin’ good time. Country and western music, two-steppin’, threesteppin’, pool tables, and themed events year ‘round. Cowboys and Indians was never this much fun, Pilgrim. SIDELINES 2031 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors Where Sports come first. Nationally known destination sports bar with TVs streaming NFL, MLB, NBA and college games. Pool tables, dart boards and large indoor (and now smoke-free) facility. Outdoor patio features area for smokers. Mixed crowd of gay men and women (who would have thought?). Featured in Bloomberg Businessweek and recommended by LOGO. STABLE 205 E Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale Levis-and-leather neighborhood bar, where the bears line dance and the cowboys are VERY friendly. SMARTY PANTS 2400 E Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale Cozy neighborhood bar with daily happy hour, and regular patrons. Show night Thursdays at 9 p.m. Karaoke Friday and Saturday nights, and with matinee on Sunday afternoon. TORPEDO 2829 W Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale Dance, shoot pool, drink til 4 a.m., 7 nights a week. Doors open at Midnight; dance til Dawn. WHISKEY BLUE 401 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale In the W Hotel on Fort Lauderdale Beach, downstairs it’s the elegant Whiskey Blue, upstairs the luxe Living Room: hot dance and social settings in a distinctive atmosphere with signature cocktails and upscale

patrons. Indoor and outdoor lounges. WILTON’S BIER GARDEN 2245 Wilton DriveWilton Manors German cuisine meets Der Gayborhood, in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Upstairs dining, downstairs outdoor patio and bar, DJ music, and a fun staff make one of Wilton Manors’ newest venues a good time to be had by all. MIAMI/MIAMI BEACH CLUB BOI 777 NE 79 St., Miami With an urban vibe on the weekends, a diverse crowd and a diverse musical format, including Hip Hop, R&B, House, Reggae, Soca, Latin and Old School. Go-go bois and drink specials. CLUB SUGAR 2301 SW 32nd Ave., Miami Gay Latin scene, with Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton, Hip Hop and House music always playing. DISCOTEKKA 950 NE 2nd Ave., Miami Hot music, hot scene, hot bartenders, and hot patrons in the hot heart of Downtown Miami. JOHNNY’S MIAMI 62 NE 14th Street, Downtown Miami Club, bar and lounge. Johnny’s Miami boasts the best sound system in town! Plenty of safe, secured parking. Open 5pm to 5am daily. Hot male dancers and daily drink specials.

years, and host Happy Hour specials daily from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. AQUA NIGHTCLUB 711 Duval St., Key West, FL Aqua features the “Reality is a Drag” show six days a week, followed by dancing. Monday is karaoke night and don’t miss the great happy hour specials from 3 to 8 p.m. daily. KWest 705 Duval St., Key West, FL Daily Happy Hour from 3 to 8 p.m., and a piano sing-a-long every Wednesday night. Men dancing for men after 10 p.m. Weekly drink specials and “Wet Jockey” contests on Fridays. SALOON ONE 801 Duval St., Key West, FL (Behind 801 Bar) This is the only gay leather bar in Key West. Conveniently located behind 801 Bourbon Bar. LA TE DA 1125 Duval St., Key West, FL An upscale hotel complex with 3 bars, cabaret and restaurant. PEARL’S PATIO BAR FOR WOMEN 525 United St., Key West, FL Tropical themed women’s bar for gay women and gay-friendly women alike. Patio bar with a full bar featuring drinks like “Cosmopearlitans” and “Pearl’s Passion”.

MOVA LOUNGE 1625 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach On Miami Beach’s famed Lincoln Road, never a cover. Drink specials all week long, live DJs, high energy music and a fun crowd getting their dance on til late.

BOBBY’S MONKEY BAR 900 Simonton St., Key West, FL The gay Cheers style neighborhood bar of Key West. Happy Hour from Noon to 7pm, Karaoke on Sunday nights, pool tournaments on Tuesday nights at 7pm. Free Wi-Fi access.

PALACE BAR 1200 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach This bar and restaurant in the heart of South Beach’s Art Deco District. Mouth-watering burgers, boys (and girls!). Weekend cabaret shows Thursday through Sunday.

GARDEN OF EDEN 224 Duval St., Key West, FL A Rooftop Bar with the BEST VIEWS in the city & “BEST Long Island Ice Teas made by Melinda!” Gay, straight, fat, or skinny... Doesn’t matter! Clothing optional - gay friendly!

SCORE 727 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach Dance, drink, party all night on Miami Beach’s Lincoln Road. Tons of events throughout the year, including fundraisers for Winter Party, White Party, and Miami Beach Gay Pride.

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SPACE 34 NE 11th St., Miami Mingle and mix with gays and str8s in the heart of Downtown Miami. Indoor dance floors and outdoor rooftop bar, spectacular light show. TWIST 1057 Washington Ave., Miami Beach Great music, friendly staff, hot tourists and locals. Never a cover, always a groove. Bungalow Bar = Hot Men. In SoBe’s Art Deco District. KEY WEST BOURBON STREET PUB 724 Duval St., Key West, FL Opened in October of 1995 and has continued to grow ever since, it is now part of the larger collection of gay action in The Bourbon St. Pub Complex. Hot Go-Go boy dancers and a busy crowd. “Where the boys are!” 801 BOURBON BAR 801 Duval St., Key West, FL Cabaret shows upstairs with nightly performances by famed performers Sushi, Kylie, RV Beaumont, Margo, and others. This legendary establishment has been around for over 30

H G ROOSTERS 823 Belvedere Rd., West Palm Beach, FL Dark bar that attracts a fun party crowd. Camp is in at H.G.’s, where drag shows and bingo nights pack in crowds looking for laughs and fun. THE LOUNGE 517 Clematis St., West Palm Beach, FL Sushi, tropical views and tasty cocktails are accompanied by acclaimed resident DJ Daisy DeadPetals. FORT DIX BAR & CLUB 6205 Georgia Ave., West Palm Beach, FL Mostly local crowd looking to mingle and relax. The bar is a bit on the dark and dingy side, but who knows--that could be a plus. FORT DIX BAR & CLUB 6205 Georgia Ave., West Palm Beach, FL Mostly local crowd looking to mingle and relax. The bar is a bit on the dark and dingy side, but who knows--that could be a plus.

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Pink Submarine Full Steam Ahead for Food, Fun, and Value on Wilton Drive

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By RICHARD DAVID CHAMBERLAIN

orget what comes to mind when you imagine the traditional Submarine Sandwich—the standard fare of meats, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, peppers, olives, pickles and Italian dressing, jammed into an Italian ciabatta. Erase away ‘typical’ and replace it with ‘the unexpected,’ and you’ve already begun to grab the essence of The Pink Submarine. Located right on Wilton Drive, this delicatessen and candy shop is fun and sweet and totally unpretentious. In a one-price-fits-all assortment of subs on the menu, expect to spend $7 for a sandwich, regardless of how you stuff it. This is where the fun part starts. Pick a white, whole wheat, or multigrain roll, or a tomato basil, wheat, or spinach wrap (when the deliveryman remembers to make the drop), and let the adventure begin. Should you be short on imagination, there is a menu of suggested combinations. Our absolute favorite is called The Captain. It’s a ya-gotta-be-kidding me mix of Boar’s Head™ sliced sweet ham, oven gold turkey, sliced tomato, macaroni and cheese, potato stix, and honey mustard. No, that wasn’t a misprint. Mac and cheese and potato stix make sweet music no matter what you’re thinking to yourself right now. Forget logic. This IS a pink submarine, remember. Only slightly more traditional—well, forget that concept altogether—is The Buoy. This creation blends lean roast beef with gouda cheese, spicy horseradish mayo, roasted red peppers, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers and alfalfa sprouts into something that only looks like a sandwich. It tastes like heaven on earth, or some other nearby planet. For those who have yet to begin to salivate, just try to resist The Torpedo. This sub has a little bit of the entire shop in it somewhere. From the Genoa salami to the hard cured sopressata and sweet ham, with provolone cheese, deli mustard, lettuce, tomato, banana peppers, roasted red peppers, fresh green peppers, jalapenos, artichokes, olives, capers, sun-dried tomatoes, Durkee® fried onions, some oil and vinegar and a handful of gorgonzola cheese—this is a sub! Add or subtract as you wish, it still tastes delicious on any of the fresh baked rolls. (Forget about squeezing all that into a wrap.) Should you not have your fill of Thanksgiving leftovers, The Full Steam Ahead concocts turkey and cranberries with cream cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomato, cucumber and alfalfa sprouts. Add a cup of soup (these rotate daily) for an extra $2, or a side of macaroni salad or cole slaw for a $10 total, and you’ve got a meal that works for lunch or dinner—or both if you want to spread out the joy. The nicest part of the entire experience at The Pink Submarine is meeting the co-owners Lori Tanner and Dawn Holloway—one of whom is usually in place behind the counter. They take pride in making the best sandwich in town, enthusiastically layering 19 different available toppings to your custom commands. In a city full of franchises and premade, cellophanewrapped meals, it’s downright wholesome to see the care and finesse put into the effort here. And, of course, you’ll be tempted by the homemade chocolates on sale by the front door. From chocolate-covered strawberries to S’mores and crunchy pecan toffee, these are nearly impossible to resist. Fortunately, since they’re priced by the piece, you can take just one, savoring every bit of the melt-in-the-mouth magic. Just remember, before your mouth is too full, tell them Florida Agenda sent you. Enjoy.H

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All I Want For Christmas Is A Brand New Gym Membership By TOM BONANTI

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o the holidays find you another year older and several pounds heavier? Have you put off joining a gym because at the end of the day you’re just too tired or lack motivation? If you do work out, maybe you find it easier and easier to postpone your workouts until another time? Whether you’re making excuses about getting started or find yourself in a rut with your old routine, the time to do something about it is now. Why not treat yourself this holiday season to a brand new gym membership? If you are choosing a gym for the first time or are in need of a change from your current one, there are several factors to take into consideration. First, there is the matter of convenience. Make sure your club is close by your home or on your way to and from work (no more than a half-hour’s drive). The farther away your gym is from work and home, the less likely you are to fit it into your schedule. Psychologically, working out will just become another chore that

gets put off until another day. Second, there is the matter of affordability. Most clubs offer plans where you can pay all up-front for a slight savings, or in monthly installments. Even if money is no object, check what you are getting for your dough. Does the place have special deals for partner memberships? If it is a chain, does it offer travel passes for locations in other cities? Check to see what kind of classes, seminars, and personal training sessions are offered for free or at a nominal cost. Third, you need to work out in a facility that is clean. Gyms, locker rooms, and wet areas are common breeding grounds for bacteriacausing staph infections. These

are a bitch to get rid of, and there is one strain of staph called MRSA (or “Mursa”), which is commonly found in locker rooms and is resistant to most antibiotics. Almost as unpleasant, athlete’s foot and jock itch are regularly transmitted by fungi that thrive in moist, warm areas. Viruses causing colds and flu are passed on by sneezing and coughing all over the equipment. Before joining a gym, check to see that “cleanliness is next to godliness” is practiced there. Is the staff visibly cleaning handles, seats, floors and mirrors? Are there clean towels available to place on the equipment as you workout? Are wet areas, locker rooms, and drinking fountains kept sanitary and smelling clean?

Finally, make sure that the gym has a wide variety of well-maintained and safely-placed equipment. A mixture of free weights and machines is preferable. Dumbbells and barbells are versatile and allow you to take each muscle group through its full range of motion. Machines provide better isolation and are often easier to use for the beginner. Working out with a wide variety of equipment can prevent boredom and wasting precious time. Check out the personal trainers in your gym. They can be of great assistance as you design your program. Some gyms offer a free session or two with a personal trainer to help you get started. A gym membership makes a great holiday gift and is a great investment in your health. Finding the right gym can mean the difference between success and failure in your fitness quest. For more suggestions, contact TrainerTomB@aol.com.H

Tom Bonanti is a certified personal trainer and owner of Pump’n Inc Gym at 1271 NE 9th Ave, Fort Lauderdale. For more tips on how to maintain your muscular, toned summer body, give me a shout at TrainerTomB@aol.com

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West Hollywood’s Flipside: Silverlake Part III

Down and Dirty ,and Proud of It By ROBERT ELIAS DEATON

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he folks of Silverlake, an area of Los Angeles that sits east of West Hollywood, make no mystery of the fact that they like their off-center eccentricities. It’s a dark place in a good way for those that like to mix some danger with their sexual energy. Unlike West Hollywood (WeHo), which has been gentrified with a scrub brush, Silverlake has surrounded itself with the feel of chain-link fencing. It’s not so much that they want to keep out the bad boys. Rather, they want to keep them in! And the club scene by the lake (full disclosure: the lake is really a reservoir)

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reflects that fact. The gay tone of the neighborhood was set years ago by a bar called Cuffs on Hyperion Avenue, which had a dungeon quality to the place and existed by virtue of its narrow corridors, that forced patrons to squeeze past one another to get from one end of the bar to another, giving groping a whole new meaning. While Cuffs is now a fancily chandeliered karaoke club, its traditions continue across town at the Eagle (4219 Santa Monica Blvd, Silverlake), where mounds of muscle and Daddies rule. (For all the old-timers among us, this place used to be called the Gauntlet II. Same building, same bartenders, different owners.) Expect to see bare chests, torn jeans, and the occasional harness for the more intense. Oh, and leather go-go boys, who have absolutely no problem being touched or tipped. The word here is Friendly—with a capital “F.” The Faultline Bar (4216 Melrose Ave., Silverlake) is not quite as frisky, but that’s only

because they’re open less— Wednesdays to Sundays only. The Silverlake, Los Angeles big news here cute boys go to wiggle their Portuguese butts is the Sunday beer bust that runs from 2 to in seeming unison. Muy divertido! 8 p.m. with the suds flowing freely on the Just to prove to yourself that even tented patio. While the men at Faultline tend Silverlake has a sophisticated side, head on to be on the heavier end of the weight scale, over to Rockwell: Table and Stage at 1714 they definitely have their fan base, for this bar N. Vermont Ave. What appears to be a tiny gets packed and the lines form early. Lest you restaurant actually is an inside-outside get confused, and drive by the place to an performance space with an attached bar. At empty street, the entrance is in the rear. While one time, these were two separate rooms, but the neighborhood is as rough as the bar itself, now all is one, including a beautifully lighted there’s no need to feel unsafe, since security courtyard where you can sit under a coral is on full-time patrol and the neighbors are tree and pretend you’re in another country. friendly hipsters. That, of course, isn’t too much of a stretch If your ticket to true happiness comes considering we know of no other place in swaying to a Latin beat, head immediately the entire United States where can you sit to Le Barcitos (3909 W Sunset Blvd., and listen to cabaret homages to films like Silverlake) where the cause celebre is a drag “Magnolia” and “There Will be Blood.” No show performed head-to-toe in Spanish. it’s not heaven; it’s Gay Silverlake.H Unfortunately, there are no sub-titles or simultaneous translations for those of us whose second language is French, and the Robert Elias Deaton is a world-traveling entertainment runs two full hours (giving epicure who enjoys the finer things in life. a totally new meaning to the word “drag”). That said, there’s an outside patio where the

IRISH CREAM MOUSSE

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f you are in France—no matter which region, no matter where you eat—you will most likely be offered the divine French dessert Mousse au Chocolat. No matter how it looks on paper, “Mousse” is the French word for “foam.” You can find hundreds of different versions of the original recipe for this chocolate delight. Some recipes boast fancy ingredients like alcohol, peppermint, oranges, or even marshmallows. I always enjoy playing around with recipes, so here’s what I’ve come up with:

mixture in a “bain-marie” and heating it for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.) In a different bowl, whip the cream and vanilla until it holds stiff peaks. Stir in approximately ½ cup of the whipped cream to lighten the cocoa mixture. Fold in the remaining mixture gently. Divide into individual servings and chill for about an hour. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or a confectioner coffee bean, and voila—you are the chef! H

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In a medium bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar until blended thoroughly. Then beat in the cocoa and Irish Cream. (If you‘re concerned about illness caused by consuming raw eggs, I suggest putting the

Although born in Dublin, Ireland, Chef Jean Doherty spent most of her life in Lyon, France, the gastronomical capital of the world. Together with Vero, her partner of 25 years, Jean has owned and run multiple restaurants including Fort Lauderdale’s Le Patio.

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