mark July 14, 2011 - #86
Bobby Blair Publisher Mark Haines Founder of Mark’s List Kevin Hopper Executive Editor Editorial Alex Vaughn Editor-in-Chief Stephen R. Lang Managing Editor Bob Young Proof Editor Contributors Troy Maillis, AJ Cross, Bob Kecskemety, Tom Bonanti, Tim Slivinski, Paul Rubio, Eric Christian, Brad Casey, Charlie Rocafort & Max Jiminez Production Mangia Media Group Creative Director Dennis Dean Editorial Photographer Stephen R. Lang Mad Paparazzi Chief Toby Blades Mad Paparazzi Assistant Administrative Jamie Forsythe General Manager Chris Hamel Administrator Sales & Marketing Cliff Dunn Director of Sales cliffd@jumponmarkslist.com - 407-744-1456 Brad Casey Director of Sales bcasey@jumponmarkslist.com - 954-554-4912 Keith Chamlee Classifieds Manager keithc@jumponmarkslist.com - 954-465-1563 classifieds@jumponmarkslist.com - 954-903-4781 ext. 507 Internet Sales Keith Norris keithn@jumponmarkslist.com - 727-743-7581 Alex Monge alexm@jumponmarkslist.com - 954-232-7672 National Sales Rivendell Media National Ad Representatives 212-242-6863 Display Advertising 954-903-4771 sales@jumponmarkslist.com Display Ads Placement Ad Deadline: Thursday, 5 p.m. Camera Ready Artwork Deadline: Fridays, Noon Classifieds Ads Text Ad Deadline: Thursday, 5 p.m. Placement Ad Deadline: Thursday, 5 p.m. Camera Ready Artwork Deadline: Fridays, Noon Main Office 2157 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305 Phone 954-903-4771 Fax 954-607-5712, editor@jumponmarkslist.com, www.jumponmarkslist.com
contents 18 Cover: Brutal Truth 20 2(x)ist at Twist 22 Profile: AJ Cross 24 Mad Paparazzi 32 Scoop 34 Cross-eyed 36 Mark’s List
37 Bar Guide 41 Dining 54 Travel 59 Fashion & Style 60 Fitness 68 Classifieds
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The Brutal Truth Michael Alago Talks New Book By Troy Maillis Photographer Michael Alago, whose other passions include music, art and literature, has recently released his newest book “Brutal Truth,” which is currently available on Amazon.com. This provocative 260-page collection of photographs highlights friends, models and bodybuilders in various stages of undress and arousal. The follow-up to his 2005 book “Rough Gods,” “Brutal Truth” represents the strength and honesty of Alago’s pictures through raw, in-your-face machismo. Michael Alago, who had a career in the music business, recently opened up to Mark’s List about “Brutal Truth,” the male physique, nudity and working in the music industry. Your new book “Brutal Truth” has recently been published. What can your audience expect to see in the book? My audience can expect to see strong provocative portraits of the “Rough Gods” they know I love to shoot. There are some images of men with flowers and peppered in the book are some cool poems I wrote. Of course, there are sexy nudes as well. How does this book differ from “Rough Gods”? “Rough Gods” was like the little engine that could: Soft cover, 65 pages, really cool. It got my name out there. It was my first book and first step in my new life after reinventing myself as a photographer after years in the music business. The new book is published by the German publishing house, Bruno Gmunder, and it’s 260 pages of full-color images that are strong, extremely erotic and in-your-face. What does the title of the book represent? “Brutal Truth” represents the strength and honesty of my pictures: hard, masculine, pecs, muscles, dick, eye contact. How would you describe your style? Handsome, but horny, portraiture. How did you decide on which places to shoot these provocative photos? Are you trying to tell a story with each different scene? I like shooting outdoors because anywhere is a possible backdrop—from a flowering park to a garden to a beautifully distressed wall. Any place that gives off a bit of an atmosphere, has character or tells a story attracts me. Does the pictorial have an overall theme? The overall theme in my pictures is pure sexy portraiture—a celebration of masculinity. What were the criteria for the models for this shoot? Do you have a favorite type of model? I like to meet the men I shoot in advance to
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get a vibe for what they are like. I like strong personalities who are sure of themselves and why they want to be in front of the camera. I am attracted to big men, redheads and all types of big built guys—from football players to professional bodybuilders and swarthy guys covered in tattoos, scars and hair to the pure white porcelain skin of redheads. Do you have a part of a model you prefer to shoot over others? I like pec shots with huge nipples, but overall I like the entire man in a picture. Big cocks are a plus. Is there a level of shock value with these photos? Do you hope the photos make people think about sexuality and nudity in a different way? I am not looking to shock the audience. What I hope is that those who look at my work see that I love the male physique and are open to nudity and great photographs with the occasional fetish shot thrown in for excitement. I really hope that people get over being afraid of male nudity – and soon. Do you think society’s view on sexuality and nudity has changed over the last 10-20 years, or do you think there will always be some level of “taboo” involved? I think it’s amazing that women can be nude – and also with other women – but the moment a male nude is presented, especially a male nude with big erect nipples or huge uncut cock, they are taken aback and get all nervous when all it’s just the beautiful human body in all its shapes, sizes and variations. I would hope every great nude would put a smile on your face, or get you thinking, or hard, or wet, or even getting off looking at it. What is your personal view on nudity and provocative imagery? I love nudity in all its forms from elegant to pornographic. The human body excites me all of the time for a myriad of reasons—from the beauty of a muscled physique to the frank eroticism of a hard cock. What was the process like signing Metallica? Do you still keep in touch with the members? I am a big music fan. I love all types of music, but heavy metal has always been a favorite. I love the noise. I love the sweat. I love the smell of beer and that the audience is almost all leather clad young men bonding to the music. I always found that so sexy to be a part of. And I have fuckin’ excellent instincts! I saw them and instantly fell in love with them as men and musicians. I knew they
were going to be huge. I signed them to Elektra records. The rest is Rock history! Yes, I am still in touch with them. Just saw them in LA a couple months ago at a massive thrash concert. How do you think the music industry differs now from back then? Are there any artists out there that you just can’t get enough of? The internet changed everything in the music business. The major labels didn’t pay attention. The internet fucked them up. The companies are still trying to apply old templates and methods to the selling of albums, when there is this brave new world out there of websites, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube—everything viral. Very DIY for new bands and that’s a great thing! I was signing artists from 1983 to 2004 and had a blast doing it and being involved with artist development, but it’s a different world today. As far as artists I like, I have been listening a lot to Bettye Lavette’s new CD, “Interpretations: The British Rock Songbook.” It’s raw and intense very cinematic. You are involved with photography, music and literature—a true artist. What’s next in your journey as an artist? Yes, I work on all three things—photography, music and literature, but it’s all part of one life, so I make it all work and it’s a beautiful thing. So, right now I am out there promoting my “Brutal Truth.” I will go to London soon to read from my poetry book, “Night Blooming Jasmine” on one night and sign copies of “Brutal Truth” the following night at the hot gay Soho shop Prowler. I am currently hoping I get the next music project I want—an awesome hard rock/heavy metal artist. It’s all good.
More about the artist:
Michael Alago is the quintessential New Yorker with an “only in New York” career. From booking bands at the legendary Eighties East Village rock club the Ritz (now Webster Hall) to famously signing metal gods Metallica and executive-producing Nina Simone’s final album to shooting some of the hottest roughnecks on the planet, Alago’s story is driven by creativity, instinct and guts. For more about Michael Alago please visit www.roughgods.com
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Brief Encounters Twist to host 2(x)ist Underwear Party
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AJ Cross Past Present & Future By Alex Vaughn AJ Cross is known to many as a power fundraiser and a beacon of the community. He is currently the vice president of Johnny’s, fundraiser for multiple charities and a columnist for the Florida Agenda and Mark Magazine. His annual birthday fundraiser is on the 14th of July and Mark Magazine sat down with AJ to get to know him a little better. Where did you live before you moved to Florida? I am from Montreal originally. When did you move here to Florida and why? It was 11 years ago, I moved to Florida originally for work and better weather! So what’s kept you here? I wasn’t supposed to be here that long. It’s an easier lifestyle here. You can’t beat the weather and the ocean, especially when you are from up north. You have become very well known for your incredible fundraising. How did that come about? It was odd. What happened initially was I did a few birthday parties and they were big in scale, so I started to think I wanted to do more than my $50 a year to a charity. I realized at my parties I had a captive audience that I hoped had the same mind set for giving that I had and the economy was much different to how it is now –people were able to give more! A lot
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of my clientele is wealthy, so I utilized that as I knew they were able to give a lot of money. I thought ‘what if I disguised a fundraiser as my birthday party?’ So I did; the very first was for Poverello. It grew from there. The first was at Cupids in Palm beach and it’s appropriate that this one is a reunion of the Cupids crowd, but at Johnny’s. How do you feel community has changed for the better? I think the best change is that now more than ever we have a sense of unity on a global scale. You hear about India and Israel – countries fighting for equality. You used to only hear about cities, then states, it’s new for me. This is a political climate with a president who is not afraid to say the word gay, and the idea that it’s no one’s business who you sleep with – that’s new for us! What negative changes do you see? The economy has forced people to become less able to give because now people simply can’t afford to. Ultimately, I would like to get to a point where the gay community becomes more accepting of itself. I want to go to a bar and see a gay guy and lesbian or a tranny and a masculine gay man. I want to see those walls fall first before we get so eager to demand others accept us. We are so judgemental of each other, yet we get so angry when we are judged by others. How long have you been with Johnny’s, and how has it helped your fund raising efforts? Three years. Well, the very first year I was there, Sean is very aware of my interests; the outcome was I got non-profits to use the space at Johnny’s on Wednesdays to have fundraisers. I turned johnny’s into a rainbow lounge and offered that space for non-profits, for that year and a half we booked it 11 times. It was on Wednesdays, and we did the first for Kids in Distress. I don’t have fundraisers on nights people don’t party, so they are usually on Mondays, Tuesdays or Wednesdays, so that people who are in the industries can participate! Traditionally, my biggest supporters come from bar owners and club owners who come to support my events. How much money do you think you have raised over the years? This is my 9th year, and I believe after contact with all my different agencies I feel comfortable saying at least a hundred thousand dollars.
What do you see for the future? It is interesting. I have no idea how I got here. Sometimes my aim is bigger than who I am. I put myself in a position where people have expectations. I speak to people who talk about me and who didn’t even know I was AJ Cross, who I am when I’m home with my bf is different to the persona! I believe in what I do. I think that people should use whatever means they have to better the community. Sometimes its popularity or connection or just money, but it’s better than just going to pool parties with hot guys that do not serve to better the world! This year’s event will benefit Covenant House. Why did you choose them? I chose Covenant House because I was homeless, which I don’t think many people know. I was a recipient of some of the benefits of Covenant House when I was a younger person. It’s a great organization. I ask nothing of any of the charities. If it moves them to advertise the event, then great. All I require is they come and pick up the cheque! Do you have any desire to run for the Mayor of Wilton Manors? Well, as you know, I was unanimously appointed to the Budget Advisory Board of the City of Fort Lauderdale in December of last year. That was huge for me that they overlooked my profession and appointed me based on merit and what I have done with the community. As for as running for Mayor, if I got to a point where I feel who am I as a person and my expertise could do more to sustain or further develop the city, then I will run. Do you see yourself making Florida home forever? Home is where you make it. It took me a long time to consider Florida as home, but if life took me in a different direction, I wouldn’t be closed minded to that. Your column Cross Eyed has been very well received. I have been receiving fantastic feedback. How did that come about? I am pleased to hear that. I take a lot of time considering each article I write. It emerged in Buzz Magazine five years ago and it ran every week. Bobby Blair was the publisher of that publication as well when it started. It then went so SFGN and now it’s at Mark and Agenda. It has bounced around! I decided to keep writing and I want people to know I have never taken a dollar from my
columns. I write because I really believe in what I am writing and that it will emotionally impact the readers. I got an email from someone whose brother died in the military; he was very moved by the piece I wrote and that’s what I write for. Sometimes someone needs their story to be told and they need a voice. What inspires you to write? Sometimes it’s something that I overhear, or a conversation I had with a person – although I have to say 8 times out of 10, it’s something that pissed me off. I find a way to understand it by writing and investigating. I find an understanding or make peace with it, and it helps that I feel people share the emotions I evoke. I also write out of a selfish motive, to help people understand me more. I am not fond of the assumptions they make of me, I like people to surprised by who I really am. What would you like your legacy to be how and would you like to be remembered? I would like to remembered as somebody who lived their life. My life was set up for me to fail. I lost most of my family at an early age, and had many aspects of my life that should have led me down a different path. I am 44 now and whenever that time comes when I’m no longer here, I want people to know your life is your own and it’s possible to beat the odds – success for me is being given a certain path in life that would have taken you to not the best places, and being able to prove to myself that I could change the path and beat that, [I was] better than people expected me to be. I don’t know what the purpose is; life is a game. Here’s all this crap we are going to give you and you can change that into a delicious cake! That’s interesting. Do you feel that your life is that cake? Yes I do. I’m 44, not a criminal, not a drug addict, still alive and HIV negative. I survived all the things that could have affected me – I didn’t do it on my own. I had helping hands, some known and I am sure some unknown, but I am being interviewed about the good things I am doing. This is not about how was your 9 years in prison! I am also not single anymore, I am very happy with my beautiful boyfriend.
AJ’s Birthday Fundraiser Masquerade Ball will be held at Johnny’s Fort Lauderdale July 14th at 9pm. jumponmarkslist.com
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the scoop
By Brad ‘Scoop’ Casey
MyGayRadio.Com Premiers
o Our sincerest condolences
Long time Fort Lauderdale mixologist John Lyons has died. Lyons passed away, peacefully, in the early hours of Monday morning, July 11, 2011 at the age of 61. Lyons succumbed to the ravages of bone and lung cancer. He was diagnosed with cancer several months ago. Lyons was born in Boston, Massachusetts and moved to Fort Lauderdale about 30 years ago. Over the years he tended bar at several former popular bars including Bus Stop, 825, and Everglades. His last gig was master mixologist at Mona’s, a job he had for 12 years. In June Mona’s owner Jerry Schultz through a retirement party for Lyons. The daylong affair raised over $9,000 for the ailing Lyons. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at time of press.
Fireworks and Dance Music
July 4th weekend saw the premier of MyGayRadio.com, a dance music website that is broadcast from South Florida. Over the long 4th, My Gay Radio broadcast the music played at Living Room, The Manor, Rosie’s and the Gay Tea Cruise. The response to the music station was extremely positive, with thousands of visitors tuning in from all over the country and Europe. The station streams live music 24 hours a day with a softer tone during the day and a higher energy level in the evening. MyGayRadio.com is the brainchild of MultiMedia Platform publisher Bobby Blair and Aiden Solis, who have been working on this project for two years. MyGayRadio.com will be broadcasting weekly from various clubs in South Florida. Any club wishing to participate is urged to e-mail Bobby Blair at Bobby@bobbyblair.com.
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The ‘Quiet’ Dog Days of Summer Are Here
Nothing new but the dog days of summer have arrived. Hot, humid, rainy afternoons. It occurs every year. Us locals are used to it and bide our time in our gardens, BBQ weekends, a few happy hours during the week and maybe a soiree into the evening on a weekend. Welcome to summer in South Florida. July 4th weekend in South Florida saw a relaxed three-day weekend. There were lots of outdoor events. Beaches from Miami to West Palm Beach were blanket to blanket. Our guest accommodations were busy. From what I could see, most of our entertainment venues were busy, as well as eating out spots. Our next three-day weekend comes in September for Labor Day.
Short Takes oWe understand that two, well heeled,
businessmen are after a well established business on Wilton Drive! It’s turned into a bidding war between the two giants who don’t like to lose. The establishment in question is selling property and business… oThe Wine Cellar on Oakland Park Boulevard has closed. The popular restaurant that featured German cuisine was under the ownership of Billy Sands, who also operates the Diner by the Sea in Lauderdale by the Sea. Sands said he closed the restaurant in order to take the summer off, but will reopen The Wine Cellar at a new location come Fall. oSean David beaming over customer response to the recently opened Johnny’s Miami in Miami’s upcoming entertainment district. “We are doing extremely well, one of the best things I’ve done,” he says.
oOakland Park City Commissioner Jed Shank is getting some heat from the gay community for his vote against a City Proclamation honoring Gay Pride week, concurrent with the recent Stonewall Street Festival. The proclamation passed on a vote of 4 to 1. Shank said he supports Broward’s gay community, but voted against the proclamation because the commissioners did not, also, offer a proclamation honoring Father’s Day. Why he didn’t offer a proclamation for Father’s Day is the big question. Thanks for picking us up and remember: To have a friend, you must first be a friend. The SCOOP can be reached via e-mail at Bradc@jumponmarkslist.com
cross-eyed By AJ Cross
Sideview Mirror P (The following is the 1st of a 4 part series which will run for 4 consecutive weeks) It is unclear where he came from, except to say that his arrival could not have been timelier. Around 2:15am, while driving on I-5 from San Diego to San Francisco, one of the lights on the dash display of my grey Chrysler 300 rental car turned on. Since my gas tank was full, I decided that whatever the problem was could wait until I made it to the next rest stop. It was pouring so heavily that pulling over wasn’t really an option for me and it wasn’t as if I knew anything about cars anyway. I continued along cautiously, as I could barely see the road ahead. I had to be the only car on the road, with the exception of a few big rig trucks that would pass me randomly. I had already been driving about 3 hours and was checking my cell phone for hotels in the next town, which was called Santa Clarita. I was listening to Keith Urban on the satellite radio and, just as the song came to an end, a second light turned on indicating another problem with the car and then within a few minutes it stalled. I turned off the car and then turned the key in the ignition and it started up. I pulled over to the side and began
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searching for the roadside assistance number of the rental company. I was looking in the glove compartment when I could see lights behind me and, as I rose up and looked back, I saw a red truck pulling up behind me. “Thank God,” I thought to myself. Out of pure paranoia, I locked my doors and slightly cracked my window enough that I could speak to whoever was coming toward me. In the side mirror I saw the shape of someone tall walking toward me. As the person got up to my window I could see it was a man. He was wearing a white t-shirt and a cowboy hat and the torrential rain seemed not to bother him at all. He gestured for me to roll down the window, so I did and he asked me if I was ok. I told him that the car stalled out and that there were some lights that came on which may be indicating a problem. I lied, telling him that roadside assistance was on the way just to give myself a false sense of security. He told me that he knew the area well and that there was not going to be a gas station or rest stop for a while and that, if I wanted, he would wait until help came. I could barely see his eyes with all the rain and the brow of his dark cowboy hat was low on his forehead preventing me from seeing much of his face.
His voice was deep and he had a moderate country drawl. Since there was no one actually coming for me, I decided to take his kindness at face value and told him the truth. He let out a small laugh and told me that he understood that being stuck in the middle of nowhere might be nerve-racking, but he assured me that he was only trying to help. He suggested that I turn off the engine and grab my things and he offered to take me to the nearest gas station or hotel until the rain let up. He told me the car would be fine there until I could come back for it. I grabbed my bag, locked the door, ran to his truck and jumped into the passenger side. I kept trying to get a look at his eyes, but it seemed that even sitting next to him that was not going to happen. He asked me where I was heading at such a late hour and I told him that I had been driving for a few hours and was headed to San Francisco. I told him that I was lucky that he had come along and he simply smiled. I could not help but notice his strong arms and well defined body showing through the drenched white t-shirt he was wearing. I told him that he might want to change shirts so as not to get a cold and he simply took off his hat and pulled of his shirt. His
hair had the impression of his hat on it. It was light brown with hints of gold and with small waves. I could barely catch my breath when I saw his body. His arms were muscular and his chest and abs were so perfect they looked sculpted. I tried so hard not to stare, as I could only assume he was not gay and did not want to risk offending him – especially after he had been kind enough to stop and help me. I began to ask him where he was from and, as I was speaking, he interrupted me and asked me my name. “Um, I’m Clark” I said. He put out his hand and firmly shook mine and told me his name was Luke. He was definitely a gentleman and rather country as he said “pleasure to meet you, Clark”. His grip was firm and I guessed, based on his rough hands, that he was accustomed to hard work or some type of manual labor. As we continued driving, pretending not to notice how attractive he was became increasingly difficult and I had to keep talking just to avoid my heart from exploding, it was beating so heavily. I did not know what would happen – if anything at all —but I had to let the situation play out. I had to give in to the circumstance. To be continued...
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mark’s list JOHNNY’S MIAMI NEW LINEUP
Johnny’s is now offering a fantastic lineup for the week ahead including playing host to DJ DAISY D and ELLIE GOULDING CD release Party on Thursday July 14 at their Miami location. On Friday July 15th in Fort Lauderdale Johnny’s will host KELLY ROWLAND of Destiny’s Child Fame... and the MOTIVATION party. Saturday July 16th in Miami is the TEEN WOLF, MTV, GRAFFITI6 party. And finally on Sunday July 17th in Miami their ICED TEA DANCE with DJ BILL HALLQUIST, $5 LIT and $3 BUDS.
A.J. CROSS ANNUAL BIRTHDAY PARTY/ FUNDRAISER
A masquerade ball and fundraiser for Covenant House on Thursday, July 14, from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. at Johnny’s Fort Lauderdale, 1116 West Broward Boulevard.
SUMMERFEST
From Friday, July 22, to Sunday, July 24, a benefit for the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force. The heart and soul of the 4th Annual SummerFest Weekend, the SummerFest Pool Party, has kicked things up a few notches by moving to the pools of the Shore Club Hotel in South Beach. Guests will get the chance to dance poolside to the beats of Deejays Miik and Charlie Rojas, while VIP guests will enjoy exclusive access to the private pool at the Shore Club Hotel Beach House. SummerFest Pool Party tickets are currently on sale: $25 in advance for general admission and $45 for VIP. Each ticket includes two free cocktails with general admission receiving two free Chambord Vodka Cocktails and VIP having the option to enjoy both Chambord Vodka and Herradura Tequila cocktails. The Shore Club will also host a Summer Sunset, a VIP cocktail reception on Friday, July 22, in its spectacular Penthouse, where guests will enjoy an open bar and tasty appetizers while experiencing one of the most amazing views in South Beach. Other SummerFest events include Summer Storm, a Saturday night dance party at Score featuring Brazilian deejay Rafael Calvente, SummerFest Brunch on Sunday at the Lords South Beach and Summer Fling Tea Dance at the Palace on Sunday afternoon. Visit www.SummerFestmiami.com for details and to purchase tickets. Local ticket outlets include The Palace (1200 Ocean Drive), Miami Beach Gay Visitor’s Center (1130 Washington Ave.), and Score Nightclub (727 Lincoln Road). For more information, call (786) 216-7513.
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BOXERS AND BRIEFS AUCTION
Will be held at Bill’s on Wilton Drive on Monday, July 18 starting at 8 p.m. A benefit for Tuesday’s Angels. Featuring some of the hottest bartenders in South Florida. Nikki Adams of Broward House, Miss Kitty, Russell Matheny of The Stable and Greg Phelps from Georgie’s Alibi are this year’s auctioneers and Toni Barone is this year’s special guest emcee. This year will feature the live underwear auction, a 50/50 raffle and a silent auction.
AFRICAN TREASURES; SELECTION FROM THE NAOMI WILZIG COLLECTION Now through August 31 at the World Erotic Art Museum, 1205 Washington Avenue on Miami Beach. This is a presentation of the Naomi Wilzig African Art Collection range from objects used across the continent of Africa for fertility and divination practices. Artifacts highlighted within the exhibition illustrate the characteristics of fertility worship within the home and community and continue to play dynamic roles in the lives of many societies. All objects were collected for their display of genitalia and specific utilitarian functions of the objects regarding fertility practice by the cultures. Ranging in age from hundreds of years old to only several decades, they represent how various objects have functioned as powerful symbols, connecting spiritual values and social roles. This exhibition explores the significance, aesthetics and purpose of African material objects as well as their social contexts. For more information, visit: www.weam.com.
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bar guide
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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
ATOMIC/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.
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, great staff.
BOARDWALK
1721 North Andrews Avenue 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?
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
Chicken Wings
Sunday July 17th, 2011 @ 5PM Summer Salads
3270 N.E. 33rd St. Fort Lauderdale Men dancing for men. Hot go-go boys July 17th August 7th August 21st in an upscale atmosphere, piano Eventslounge take place at 5pm. 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!).
LIPS
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300 S.W. 1st Ave. Chicken Wings Summer Salads Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale Arts & Entertainment District meets South Beach. Friday nights they’re here, they’re queer, and Julyto17th August 7th August 21st they drink free from 10:30(ish) Midnight. Only House Music club in town Events take place at 5pm. with its own Classical (and classicallychiseled) violinist.
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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 meringue every weekend in the Latin Quarter!). Live dancing and dining.
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bar guide o Fort Lauderdale / Wilton Manors MATTY’S ON THE DRIVE
2426 Wilton Drive Wilton Manors Drink specials, billiards, and a chill gay- borhood vibe. 75 Cent drinks on Wednesdays. No Drama, No Smoking.
MONKEY BUSINESS
2740 N. Andrews Ave. Fort Lauderdale Cozy neighborhood bar. Karaoke, drags 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 bar- tenders and fun proprietor (the Leg- endary Jerry). Outside patio. Wednesday karaoke, Thursday Speed- ball Tournament.
NAKED GRAPE
2039 Wilton Drive Wilton Manors Relaxing, friendly, hip, unique- the alternative gathering place on Wilton Drive. Wine tastings and events. Tuesday and Wednesday Late Night In the Biz.
PJ’S CORNER POCKET
924 N. Flagler Drive Fort Lauderdale Interracial Private Social Club. Bottle club memberships. Get your groove back on Wednesday nights with $2 drinks.
RAMROD
1508 N.E. 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
2829 W. Broward Blvd. Fort Lauderdale 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 Avenue Wilton Manors A line-dancin’, tight blue jeans-wearin’ good time. Country and western music,
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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.
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321 W. Sunrise Blvd. Fort Lauderdale Private Men’s Club. Pay cover, then uncover. Monday In the Biz, Thursday Leather Nights. They bring the party (and the mattresses), you bring the booze.
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.
THE STABLE
205 E. Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale Levis-and-leather neighborhood bar, where the Bears line dance and the cowboys are VERY friendly.
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 Laud. Beach Blvd. Fort Lauderdale In the W Hotel on Fort Lauderdale Beach, downstairs it’s the elegant Whiskey Blue, up- stairs the luxe Living Room: hot dance and social settings in a distinctive atmosphere with signature cocktails and upscale patrons. Indoor and outdoor lounges.
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721 N. Lincoln Lane Miami Beach Plush, lush and flush, a luxe, sexy décor that includes soft carpeting, comfy couches and a Grown Up Playroom equipped with a flat screen TV for video games, pool table, ceiling-mounted speakers. Enjoy 5 to 10 p.m. happy hours including $6 premium drinks.
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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. Gogo bois and drink specials.
CLUB SUGAR
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950 NE 2nd Ave. Miami Hot music, hot scene, hot bartenders, and hot patrons in the hot heart of Downtown Miami.
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.
PALACE BAR
1200 Ocean Drive Miami Beach This bar and restaurant in the heart of South Beach’s Art Deco District. Mouthwatering burgers, boys (and girls!). Weekend cabaret shows Thursday through Sunday.
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727 Lincoln Rd. Miami Beach Dance, drink, party all night on Miami
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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.
VLADA LOUNGE
3215 NE 2nd Ave. Miami Urban, sophisticated and chic in Midtown Miami with a bar that ices over. New York pedigree meets Miami attitude. Nightly DJs, never a cover.
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A Touch of Paris in South Florida Sometimes we all need to get away from the usual. Of course, a European vacation visiting the countryside of France would be a great venue for that. But when busy schedules and/ or finances do not permit such an extravagance, do not fear. We are fortunate to have a wee (or should I say “oui”) touch of France right in our own backyard. The Rendez-Vous Bakery and Bistro will permit you to enjoy a bit of French wine, food, and pastry for a fraction of the cost of a trip overseas. Rendez-Vous offers options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, so whatever time of day that a desire of sweetness that contrasted well with the earthy for something French hits you, you can be assured sausage. A smoky, spicy harissa sauce on the side your wish can be fulfilled. Because I generally was offered for an extra kick! A more than generous dislike the mess and fuss of fixing breakfast, I often portion of French fries —what else! — accompanied opt to eat my first meal of the day out. A recent the sandwich. A fresh baguette is, to me, always Sunday morning found me seated at a roomy a great vehicle for a sandwich. It made a perfectly wooden booth at Rendez-Vous, contemplating filling lunch. My partner was intrigued by and a wide menu of options to get my day going. A selected the Assiette Campagnarde salad. He was crepe sounded delicious, as did something called presented with a beautifully colorful arrangement eggs forestiere, which consists of two eggs dipped of mixed greens, red tomatoes, brie, prosciutto, in a wild mushroom sauce. After sipping a cup of saucisson sec, paté and cornichons. It was a plate of coffee, my eye was drawn to a selection of quiches freshness that offered an array of textures as well as on the menu. I finally decided on the quiche flavors. He was pleased, very pleased. Florentine. It promised a puff pastry shell filled with While dining at Rendez-Vous, it is imperative to egg batter, spinach and Swiss cheese. I asked for take note of the day’s selections of pastries and the grilled potatoes as an accompaniment, though desserts. Displayed in a case along the wall, each a salad was also an option. The quiche arrived with dessert looked not only delicious, but also like a a golden, flaky crust and a savory work of art. Bright, vivid colors Rendez-Vous filling that offered a perfect blend against dark chocolate and fresh, Bakery and Bistro of ingredients. It was rich without 1576 East Oakland Park Blvd. colorful fruits in mini-tart shells being too powerful. As I leisurely beckoned each person to try just 954–563–2228 forked my way to the last bite, I one. Perhaps on my next visit I will vowed to return to try other quiches succumb to the decadent goodness on the menu. My partner, going a more traditional and richness of at least one of them. Nevertheless, route, selected the eggs benedict. It was a traditional each one was a feast for the eyes. benedict, but he especially enjoyed the lemony tang Rendez-Vous also offers a selection of wines if in the hollandaise sauce as well as its, according to you care to sip a bit of the grape, either before him, “not too thick and gooey texture.” or with your lunch or dinner. The list leans heavily Lunch on another visit displayed a menu filled toward French varietals, as one might expect. The with both French – as well as more traditional price points for both glass and bottle selections American – fare. Several savory crepes with options are very reasonable. If you want to be truly French such as chicken, ham or seafood sounded tempting. and summery, try a bottle of the Cote de Provence If you are not a carnivore, there is a vegetable crepe Rosé. Rosés from Provence are among the best in on the menu, as well. Several entrees, both cold and the world, and they offer a light, fruity, refreshing hot, also caught my attention, making a final choice contrast to the South Florida summer heat. even more difficult. Deciding that the theme of the The next time the mood for a quick trip to Paris bistro was clearly French, I opted for a hot entrée: strikes your fancy, sample a touch of France right merguez on a baguette. Let me explain. It offers here in South Florida. The Rendez-Vous Bakery and two lamb sausages and onion marmalade on a fresh Bistro can transport you, at least for an hour or two, baguette. I felt as if I would be speaking French at to a quaint little bôite that you just happened to any moment. It was a wonderfully savory choice that find along a French country road. took me out of my food comfort zone. Rich and a View more food reviews: tad spicy, without any one flavor overwhelming the SurprisingDining.com others, the onion marmalade offered just a touch
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By Paul Rubio
Caribbean Queen: The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas I once dismissed St. Thomas as nothing more than another homogeneous cruise ship destination chock full o’ fanny-packed freaks, tax-free shopaholics and predatory tourist operators, littering the streets, the mountainsides and bays with their daunting presence. Yet late last year, on my third trip to the island, I was introduced to St. Thomas’ lesser-known eastern reaches and have since reaped the rewards of taking the road less traveled. My apologies, St. Thomas. I underrated you. Far beyond the McDonald’s and the neon fanny packs, the sleepy towns in and around the east end have evolved as pockets of seaside glamour, a delicate blend of West Indian flavor and wealthy ex-pat investment. The serenity and laid-back vibe on this part of the island, often lumped as Red Hook Bay, reveal a gentler, more welcoming side, and an ideal foundation for the US Virgin Island’s most esteemed resort, the Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas.
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Straddling the downy sands and crystalline waters of Great Bay, the Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas, assumes its rightful role as ambassador to the island’s natural bounties and luxurious offerings. The hotel’s fortitude stems from an atypical equilibrium between traditional West Indian elegance and modern luxury. Even in its most recent renovation last year, the Ritz-Carlton St. Thomas kept a style true to its location and cultural surroundings, forgoing trends of hypermodern, minimalist overhauls. Its barefoot luxury and tropical elegance are constant reminders of the beach’s splendor and the Caribbean’s vibrant colors. Every room ends in a private terrace or balcony, the ideal spot for absorbing the azure serenity and the lush hilltops dotting petite peninsulas. The spa’s outdoor treatment pavilion edges over the bay’s crashing waves, ambushing your senses with everything ocean as the world’s best therapists work magic on your body. The resort’s 53-foot catamaran, Lady Lynsey, sails into
the horizon come late afternoon, grabbing a front row seat for the sun’s awe-inspiring descent. Under the twinkle of starry nights, the hotel transforms Grand Bay beach into your own private open-air dining room, with champagne at the ready and a six-course meal at your leisure. Given its prime waterfront location, the Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas, teems with opportunity for taking full advantage of the sand and sea. Unlimited use of paddle boats, kayaks, Hobie cats, wind-surfboards and snorkel equipment means you’ll have way too much fun traversing Grand Bay in, under and above the water. Besides her sensational sunset cruise, Lady Lynsey sets sail for neighboring St. John several times per week for a quick evening island hop to indulge in St. John’s awesome dining and bar scene (note: the tuna at Rhumb Lines is epic). Those keener on poolside R & R can enjoy the postcard perfect views from the 125 ft. free-form infinity edge pool, cocktails in hand. And those feeling a bit more private can indulge in the vistas either from the comfort of the Club Lounge (with its full Cruzan Rum Bar and unlimited champagne) or there’s always your private deck. More than a mere outpost of a high-end chain, the Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas, discloses a multi-faceted spirit uncommon to the Caribbean. The hotel’s warm “come as you are” philosophy lends to a rare, genuine
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fashion&style By Eric Christian A Reflection of Dsquared’s 2011 Spring/Summer Men’s Collection Dquared’s 2011 spring and summer collection was a blast from the past with reminiscences of the 1980’s and early 90’s hit Miami Vice. We all know it wouldn’t be Dsquared without a mix of color, prep and hot models with sex appeal. Celebrities, socialites and the who’s who in the world watched as handsome, male models strutted down the runway in blazers and jackets tailored sharp and strong; shorts and polos in pink, turquoise and green; and high-cut denim paired with silky printed shirts that apparently have no buttons (the better to show off those abs). It seemed as if the collection started to take you around the world, from Scandinavia to Mykonos, and then to Florence, Italy. It reflected a somewhat fictional tourist that spent his vacation traveling and dressing to different parts of the countries. The crowd watched the wardrobe change as the Dsquared men explored the Norwegian coast in trench coats, a beanie, roughed-up jeans, mountain boots and a scarf. Jet-setting onto Mykonos, Greece, where the sun is shining and there’s always a party. Here the Dsquared man walked down the runway in red, yellow, and bright, orange shorts and swim briefs, paired with gladiator sandals. By night, he stepped out in colored trousers, gingham blazers, loafers, sunglasses and deck shoes. There was definitely everything a man could possibly want in this collection. Hats off to Dean and Dan Caten for such a wonderful spring and summer 2011 collection.
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fitness By Tom Bonanti
Try Cross Training Put some variety into your summer routine and feel the burn! Ancient Greeks praised the virtues of multisport training two thousand years ago, claiming it created well-rounded athletes who possessed bodies of strength, speed, skill and beauty. Modern tri-athletes achieve astonishing levels of fitness by combining swimming, running and cycling. This multi-sport training is called “cross-training” and, among other great benefits, it can add real variety to your workouts. Cross-training is a super way to get and stay in shape. Simply, this method combines two or more different activities into a fitness program while avoiding overtraining injuries and boredom. The advantages of this type of training include: various parts of the body are worked to improve overall fitness; muscles and joints in one activity are rested avoiding stress related injuries; new activities are introduced into your workouts, keeping them fresh and fun. The key to cross-training is variety. Aerobics classes are great cardio-vascular training, but injuries to joints from overdoing it are common. Weight training gives you stronger, bigger muscles, but does not bolster aerobic fitness or increase flexibility. Cycling builds mighty thighs and killer calves, but does little for your upper body. Expanding your workouts and diversifying your routine through cross-training can help you achieve several fitness goals at once (bigger bi’s and tri’s, better stamina by including some cardio, decreased body fat, etc.). Studies show that too much of one activity can lead to injury, which increases the likelihood of exercise drop out. Muscles also adapt and refuse to grow doing the same routine day-in and day-out. Cross-training avoids these crises by strengthening weaker and more underdeveloped muscles while not over-working others. In short, cross-training can prevent you from getting burned out, fed up and bored! So, how does all of this work and how do you get started? First, break out of the box you’re in and be willing to try new things. Second, get ready to sweat and feel the burn this summer! If you’re hitting the gym 3-4 times a week to build serious muscle in your upper body, you may want to take up running on 2 or 3 of the days you are not lifting to give your upper body a break. Running is a great heart, lung and lower body workout. If your primary form of workout is cycling (a low stress workout for lower body), try rowing
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on alternate days or for the second half of your workout to tighten and tone the upper body. If your major form of exercise is regular walking, try adding some laps in the pool or a light free weight routine to your fitness agenda to tighten and tone upper body. Whether you are a serious athlete in training for a sport, or a regular guy whose goal is a healthy, good looking body, cross-training may be for you. Just be creative, enjoy yourself, get into a regular routine, and start today.
Tom Bonanti is a certified personal trainer and owner of Punp’n Inc Gym at 1271 NE 9th Ave, Fort Lauderdale. For more ideas on cross training
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rent/lease SOUTH MIDDLE RIVER With Shared Pool. Detached, private. Large granite kitchen, more. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, direct access to W/D, and courtyard with pool, pet okay. $1100/mo Call 954-683-4411 OAKLAND PARK Efficiency For the Small Budget: New kitchenette being installed now. Ready by 7/1. Hot water, garbage, electric included. $625/mo Call 954-683-4411. Remax Preferred. SOUTH MIDDLE RIVER Charming studio apt. featuring lush landscaping, parking, and laundry facilities. POOL, friendly neighbors and roaming peacocks add to the fun! $595/mo. utilities included! Brad (954)200-0166 POINSETTIA HEIGHTS Very nice efficiency, furnished with DirecTV & utilities incl. Private entrance. $625/mo. F/S (954)682-9428 Remax Preferred. MIDDLE RIVER TERRACE Newly Renovated 1/1, private fenced yard, very clean, window wall a/c, great location by Wilton Drive. $759/mo Call (954)683-4411 Re/Max Preferred. COLOHATCHEE AREA Nicely furnished studio! Satellite & electric incl. $625/mo. F/S (954)682-9428 WILTON MANORS GAY COMPLEX Remodeled 1/1, CAC, Tile Floors, Heated Pool, Pets OK. One Block to Wilton Drive! $800/mo.-$1700 moves you in. Call (954)600-0620
rent/lease MIDDLE RIVER & LAKERIDGE: MOVE-IN SPECIAL 1/2 OFF 1ST MTH RENT!! 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath $680/mo or $175/wk OR 2/2 $850/mo or $225/wk--(6 or 12) month lease. Pay your deposit today and you’re in* details (954)527-9225 WILTON MANORS 2/1 DUPLEX- CAC, tile floors, fenced yard, plenty of parking! Pets OK! $895/mo. F/S (954)608-8305 WILTON MANORS 2/1- Walking distance to the Drive! Huge living room and closets, terrazzo floors, CAC, patio, parking. $1100/mo. F&S (954)566-8049 ROYAL PARK Near Wilton Manors 1BR/1.5BA, $825-$900/mo. 2BR/2BA, $950 $1100/mo. Gated Security, Clubhouse, Pools, Gym, Sauna and Steam room. Pets OK. Cable/Water/Trash included. Call Naim Naqi, Broker/ SFG, Realtors 954.565.2025 WILTON MANORS 9 Unit gay complex 1/1- 129 NW 25th Street. Clothing optional Pool, tile floors, private patio/yard. No dogs. $715/mo. F/S (954)326-9096 POINSETTIA HEIGHTS Beautifully Landscaped: Private yard, CAC, large 1/1, huge walk-in closet, shared laundry, xlnt location. Small pet okay. Last one left. $950/mo Call 954-683-4411 Re/Max Preferred LAKERIDGE 3/2 Apartment is part of multi-family property. Great rental price on a property listed for short sale. $1250/mo Call 954-683-4411. Remax Preferred.
WILTON MANORS 2/1 DUPLEX- CAC, tile floors, fenced yard, plenty of parking! Pets OK! $895/mo. F/S (954)608-8305 WILTON MANORS 2/1- Walking distance to the Drive! Huge living room and closets, terrazzo floors, CAC, patio, parking. $1100/mo. F&S (954)566-8049
roommate wanted OAKLAND PARK 3/2 TO SHARE Large room 11 X 17, huge closet, shared bath, pool, spa, tiki bar, W/D, CAC, parking. $650/mo. all utilities incl. w/ cable and internet! No drunks/drugs, must love dogs. Ref req. Avail. 8/1 Call (954)980-1123 WILTON MANORS Room to Rent, $500/mo. Newly decorated room in a 2/2 condo, includes all utilities, use of WiFi internet, cable TV, Laundry facilities on site, Swimming pool, within walking distance of Wilton Drive and all its Bars/ Restaurants. non smoking/ no pets. John: 954 709 2138 TROPICAL POOL HOUSE Private room in 2,000 sq.ft. house. Call Bob at 954-646-1605
furnished rentals PERFECT RELOCATION RENTALS – 3-6 MONTHS
From $295/week & $1100/month Beautiful Studio, 1 & 2 BR Apts. Turn key, fully furnished & equipped, clothing optional pool, laundry, parking. Close to Gay & Nude Beaches. Pets Welcome. Incl. utilities, cable, tel., Wi-Fi Internet. 954-927-0090 or visit www.LibertySuites.com
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THIS WEEK’S FEATURED NEW LISTINGS Wilton Manors Waterfront with Pool This is one of the rare homes with a “Mangrove islands protected” water view and complete privacy from the backyard and custom heated lagoon pool. Over 2000 sq ft of living area, 114 feet of riverfront, and nearly 11,000 square foot lot. Three bedrooms, three baths, two car garage home consists of a large two bedroom, two bath with detached guest house.
Asking Price: $499,000 Phenomenal Investment Property This newer construction property built in 2004 boast over 5300 square feet of living area and consists of five 2 bedroom, 1 bath units and one 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Immaculately cared for and maintained, it is generating approximately $63K/year in gross income. Asking price: $479,000
Short Sale Value Townhome
This newer construction townhome in the Isles at Oakland Park is a short sale and will be moving quickly to the right buyer. Seller is motivated so considering all offers. Three bedroom, three full baths, one car garage, large master, loft provides bonus living area. Asking price: $170,000
RECENT PENDING OR CLOSED SALES Sailboat Bend Investment Complex
These adjacent four-plexes combined with common area, fountain, and huge shared back yard are each 2 bedroom, 1 bath and are renovated nicely. Buyer plans to improve common areas, add a laundry facility, paint and provide minor cosmetics to increase cash flow: Sales price: $600,000
River Landings Townhouse Style
This beautifully renovated 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom townhome offered as an approved short sale just went pending in multiple offers. One car garage, secured complex with gate, located on Wilton Drive, the property offers convenience of location and amenities. Asking Price: $179,900
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