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SOUTH FLORIDA L ast Tuesday, the GFLGLCC held their monthly Mixer at Renaissance hotel on the 17th Street Causeway. The very next day, they held their Quarterly Networking Luncheon which was sold out at The Pelican Grand Resort. On Wednesday evening, Equality Florida hosted their Miami Connection Mixer at Mina’s Mediterraneo. On Thursday, Cintrix helped out the Orlando Survivors Fund and donated money to the Contigo Fund. Afterwards we headed to Miami for the MDGLCC Mixer at the Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay. Directly following the mixer, we headed over to the SoBe Wine & Food Festival, Barilla Italian Party where we were lucky enough to see actress Valerie Bertinelli. On Friday, we headed to the B Ocean for
the Official Kick Off Party for Pride Fort Lauderdale which featured Celebrity Chef, Art Smith. The event was packed and was a great start to Pride Weekend. On Saturday, Dick’s Service Station held a Car Wash Fundraiser to benefit Broward House. Later that evening, we headed over to the FAT Village’s February Art Walk. Afterwards, we went down to Miami to celebrate the third anniversary of Floppy Rooster which featured adult video star Hunter Vance. Sunday, it was all about the 40th anniversary of Pride Fort Lauderdale and the first year it was on the beach. To say it was an overwhelming success would be an understatement. Congrats to the board for an AMAZING job with attendance being estimated at over 40,000 people.
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is the Pick-A-Chub Dating Game hosted by Amanda Austin.
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The National LGBTQ Task Force presents their annual Winter Party week with events from today and going through Monday. For a list of events go to WinterParty.com or see the feature in this week’s magazine.
The Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce presents Maximizing your Membership Benefits Networking Breakfast, at the LGBT Visitor Center, 1130 Washington Avenue, from 10-11am. Whether you are a new, existing or potential new MDGLCC member, learn how to maximize the use of all the marketing tools and programs available through the Chamber. Learn about the Chamber’s website and access to features as well as bounce ideas and ask questions to chamber staff and Membership Committee on how to engage the LGBT consumer with your products and/or services. Free admission. RSVP at gaybizmiami.com, rsvp@ gaybizmiami.com or 305-6734440. Rumors presents CCBOY (Chubs, Chasers, Bears, Older and Younger), an annual event for Gay men starting today and going through Saturday. Tonight is the meet and greet starting at 9pm with karaoke till 1:30am. Friday is the “Big Belly Contest” at 10pm hosted by Daisy Deadpetals with a $100 cash prize, and Saturday
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The company that launched the careers of Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, Mike Myers, Bill Murray and Martin Short opens its comedy vault when The Best of Second City comes to the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts at 8:30 p.m. This must-see show features the greatest sketches and songs from The Second City’s legendary history as well as its trademark improvisation. Tickets are $39 and can be purchased online at BrowardCenter.org or Ticketmaster.com; by phone at 954-462-0222; in person at Ticketmaster outlets or the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office. u SATURDAY MAR 4
Club Fort Lauderdale presents Res-Erection, their monthly Naked Blackout Event starting at 10pm. This is always a sold out event so get their early!
Ramrod presents Pig Dance #103 (first Saturday of every month), with this month’s special guest DJ, direct from Chicago, Ted Eiel. Aqua Foundation for Women is preparing to once again host, TransCon, the only FREE conference for the transgender community and
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their allies in South Florida. TransCon 2017 takes place today from 9am to 5pm, with a job fair kicking off the weekend on Friday (yesterday), from 12p - 5p. All events will be held at Barry University. For more information regarding the conference, please visit TransCon.Miami or email info@ aquafoundation.org. u SUNDAY MAR 5
Flip Flops Dockside Eatery presents their monthly T Dance, the only T dance in Fort Lauderdale on the Intracoastal. The T Dance, which is from 4-7pm, is hosted by Amanda Austin with DJ Barry Huffine and this month’s special guests Kataleya Davenport, Starlet Skye and Natalia Monae. Rumors presents “Punch Drunk Brunch” a brunch comeback starting today and every Sunday thereafter. It will feature live music, and
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Stonewall National Museum & Archives Wilton Manors Gallery, 2157 Wilton Drive, is pleased to present and author reading and panel discussion surrounding the book Ending Anita: How Two Key West Bartenders Won Gay Marriage For Florida, by Anthony Adams at 7 pm. Free to attend, with a suggested donation of $5. Panelists will include Aaron Huntsman and Lee Jones, Key West plaintiffs; Bernadette Restivo, their lawyer; former Marine Mark Ebenhoch, their media advisor; Susan Kent, event and social media coordinator; Fort Lauderdale’s Tony Cicalese and Brian Steele who were part of the suit; and Fred Fejes, PhD professor sexuality and media. Panelists
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The Recording Academy’s GRAMMY Recordings and Atlantic Records have partnered for the 2017 GRAMMY Nominees album, which is now available in stores and via all digital retailers. Now in its 23rd year, the album features a collection of GRAMMY-nominated music and a portion of album proceeds benefit the year-round work of the GRAMMY Museum Foundation and MusiCares Foundation — The Recording Academy-affiliated charitable organizations focused on music education programs and critical assistance for music people in need. “The 2017 GRAMMY Nominees album provides a unique playlist, and showcases some of
are featured in chapters in the book. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice – once on his own and again as the lead member of the Miracles – legendary singer-songwriter Smokey Robinson comes to the Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts at 8 p.m. The concert has been generously underwritten by Daniel Baker and Gladys Taggart. Tickets are $39–$110 with $129 Latam Airlines Club Level tickets. Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Broward Center, Parker Playhouse and affiliated venues. Buy tickets online at BrowardCenter.org or Ticketmaster.com; by phone at 954-462-0222; in person at Ticketmaster outlets or the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office.
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(MDGLLC) & GALLA (Gay & Lesbian Lawyers Association) presents its monthly networking program tailored for attorneys, judges & legal professionals sponsored by Kauffman Rossin. This event is open to the publics and they invite everyone to join them from 11:30am – 1:30pm at Perricones Marketplace and Café (15 S.E 10th Street, Miami). Hear from attorneys as they engage in a panel discussion on “Religious Freedom, Immigration Ban, and the President’s Executive Orders.” Guest speakers will be Anthony Falzon (Simon, Schindler & Sandberg, LLP), Patricia Hernandez (Rotella & Hernandez, LLC), and other speakers are in the process of being confirmed. Admission: $35 (members) / $45 (others). RSVP at gaybizmiami.com, rsvp@gaybizmiami.com or call 305-673-4440.
the greatest songs and talented artists that make up this year’s incredible nominees,” said Neil Portnow, President/CEO of The Recording Academy.” The album features: Beyonce (“Don’t Hurt Yourself” Feat. Jack White), Twenty One Pilots (“Stressed Out”), Sia (“Cheap Thrills” Feat. Sean Paul), Drake (“Hotline Bling”), Adele (“Hello”), Justin Bieber (“Love Yourself”), The Chainsmokers (“Closer” Feat. Halsey), Kelsea Ballerini (“Peter Pan”), Maren Morris (“My Church”), Sturgill Simpson (“Brace For Impact (Live A Little)”), Anderson Paak (“Am I Wrong” Feat. ScHoolBoy Q), Demi Lovato (“Confident”), Ariana Grande (“Dangerous Woman”), Kelly Clarkson (“Piece By Piece (Idol Version)”), Lukas Graham (“7 Years”), Carrie Underwood
(“Church Bells”), Keith Urban (“Blue Ain’t Your Color”), Brandy Clark (“Love Can Go To Hell”), Thomas Rhett (“Die A Happy Man”), Miranda Lambert (“Vice”), and Tim McGraw (“Humble And Kind”).
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“There was something burning inside that said, ‘Right, you can’t hide it anymore. You’ve got to be free and be true to yourself and let it go out there’.” DANNY WATTS, 37, British race car driver, coming out as gay. Watts won the legendary Le Mans 24 Hour Endurance Race in 2010 but has since retired.
“Just by staring at her for a period of time, one can rid themselves of the plague of homosexualism.” PAT ROBERTSON, Christian conservation leader, referring to the beauty of First Lady Melania Trump.
“To love another is not about living struggle-free or never experiencing hurt or loss, but to fully and deeply open our hearts to one another without fear.” CHRIS SALVATORE, gay Eating Out star, who had moved his ailing 89-year-old neighbor into his NYC apartment so he could better care for her. Norma passed away to pneumonia last week.
“Well, I’ll give the Vice channel one thing: all of their food-related shows feature hosts that are all sloppy looking and don’t appear to practice good hygiene, so although the actual food looks delicious, watching them consume it takes the hunger right out of you. It’s like a subliminal diet.” ADAM COHEN, West Palm Beach blogger and social commentator
OTHER CHATTER “Rescission of the Obama Administration’s guidelines and protections for transgender students is an appalling and devastating action by the Departments of Justice and Education. This administration, and this President, has vowed to be an ally of the LGBTQ community; yet this action is a direct contradiction to that declaration.” MATT THORN, executive director of Outserve (OS-SLDN), the nation’s largest non-profit, legal services, advocacy and policy organization dedicated to LGBT equality in America’s military, responding to the rescinding of guidelines which allowed transgender students to use the bathroom that matches their gender identities. Hotspots.LGBT | 23
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What was the �irst drag show you saw? Tell us about the experience... The �irst Drag show I saw was Gina DiAngelo at The Coliseum in Fort Lauderdale. My experience was like a movie. I was with a girlfriend, it was my �irst time at a gay club and the music changed, all of the sudden they were playing a Spanish song that I knew by Gloria Trevi. I got so excited and was thinking to myself I can’t believe they are playing this song at this club! So as I’m there jamming out in front of my friend, getting my life to this song, I turn to my right and I see Gina, I turn back to my friend and tell her I’ll be right back . I then make my way to the front and just watch her performance. I was amazed When did you decide you wanted to do drag and when did you realize it would be a profession? I decided I wanted to do drag after my �irst attempt at it. By that time, I was in love with drag. I was obsessed with Vegas Dion, TP Lords and Erika Norell. I would look at pictures on MySpace of different drag queens and after that �irst time something inside me said you are going to be part of that world, you’re going to be one of them. Now, as far as really knowing it was going to be a profession, well it would have to be after a few years of being in the game and having the honor of changing my last name to “Lords.”
Who is your drag mother and who is your favorite queen other than your drag mother and why? My drag mothers are TP Lords & Erika Norell, even though Erika and I joke about it and call her my father. My favorite drag queen other than my mothers must be Vegas Dion. She was my �irst idol as far as drag is concerned. The way she transformed and executed the art of drag always made me fall in love with this art form. She is not around as often anymore, but still remains a �ierce queen, baby! What’s your favorite number to perform and why? Oh man, that’s a hard one but I’ll have to say Crazy in Love by Beyoncé. It just makes me come alive, and helps me showcase how I feel about love and entertaining What’s the best thing that has happened
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to you in drag? The best thing to happen to me in drag would be getting to work with some of my best friends who are also like family to me. Nothing tops the experiences I’ve had with these individuals, both on stage and off. What differentiates you from other queens? I think what differentiates me is that my goals and dreams are not only for myself but for other queens like me. My love for drag goes beyond myself. I love helping others and one day I hope to create music and shows for future queens. What does the future hold? Well that’s always unknown, but I plan on �inishing school and having my own entertainment company one day. I also want to make music. I don’t plan on slowing down anytime soon!
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LARRY KRAMER WORLD AIDS MUSEUM CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF ACT UP By Ian Maloney
On Friday, March 10, The World AIDS Museum and Education Center presents “An Evening with Larry Kramer” at The Sunshine Cathedral (1480 SW 9th Ave, Fort Lauderdale). Kramer is an 81-year-old playwright and activist who was on the front lines during the early days of the AIDS crisis. He was there when President Regan wouldn’t even speak about AIDS and he taught us all that we need to fight for our own lives if we want to be saved. No one would do it for us.
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HOTSPOTS: You were at the “ground zero” of the AIDS epidemic, and you played a role in creating both ACT UP and The Gay Men’s Health Crisis. With the help of fighters like you, we have come so far in the fight to stop the spread of HIV/AIDS. What are some of the accomplishments that you are most proud of ? A: Kramer: I am more proud of ACT UP than of anything I have ever done or written.
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With anti-LGBT forces back in control in Washington, do you see a renewed call for organizations like ACT UP to put pressure on lawmakers? A: The �ight for our rights requires and has required and will always require constant 24/7 vigilance. The �ight is never over.
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Would you share with us any ideas that you have about taking the �ight forward so that we don’t get complacent and lose the gains of the past 30 years? A: What has to be done is not rocket science. See above response to question 2.
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How autobiographical was “The Normal Heart?” Is Ned really Larry? A: No comment
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What really pisses you off these days? A: Gay people who don’t fight for their rights. Tickets to An Evening with Larry Kramer presented by the World AIDS Museum and Education Center are $25. For more information or purchase tickets, visit WorldAIDSMuseum.org.
Kramer graduated from Yale University in 1957 with a degree in English but his time at the Ivy League school was not all sunshine and roses. After a suicide attempt because he felt like the only gay person on campus, he was determined to explore his sexuality and, according to the New York Times, “fight for gay people’s worth.” He was nominated for an Oscar for his screenplay adaptation of Women In Love by D.H. Lawrence and in 1978, he went on to pen the novel Faggots, which followed the main character (said to be loosely biographical) as he sought love while searching through druginfested trendy discos and clubs. In 1981, Kramer invited a group of gay men to his apartment where a doctor told them that about an illness that was killing gay men in New York. That group eventually became the Gay Men’s Health Crisis, which was the first organization fighting to find a cure for what would later be called HIV/AIDS. He was blunt and confrontational and he faced a backlash because of it. His adversarial style paid off by getting more media attention for the crisis, but it was personally costly. After his ouster from GMHC, Kramer went on to found the AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power or ACT UP, an organization that encouraged civil disobedience to make the point that something needed to be done to stop the spread of HIV/AIDS. He is perhaps most widely known for his play The Normal Heart which opened Off Broadway at the famed Public Theatre (think Hamilton) and has gone on to be produced hundreds of times across the globe, including a triumphant run on Broadway just a few years ago. It was most recently made into an HBO movie starring Mark Ruffalo and Julia Roberts and directed by American Horror Story and Glee’s Ryan Murphy. Kramer is quite a force to be reckoned with and he has been fighting for the gay community since long before it was socially acceptable to come out as an openly gay person in society. It is a pleasure to present this Hotspots exclusive interview with Larry Kramer before his presentation at the Sunshine Cathedral on March 10.
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Winter Party is a weeklong festival of iconic dance and social events, produced to raise critical funds for the LGBTQ community. This year, experience DJs ROSABEL at the Beach Party, the return of WE Party, a special edition VERVE Afterhours, and an all-new location for the Pool Party! Founded in 1994, the original Winter Party featured just one event, a dance party on the sands of South Beach. In the years since, Winter Party has grown into an iconic weeklong celebration featuring dozens of events and drawing crowds by the thousands from around the globe. Their method is part genius and part magic. They feature an amazing mix of people, music, entertainment and international DJ talent, in the exhilarating, world-class venues of Miami Beach. Get ready to PLAY HARD. You can pick up your tickets at The National Hotel (oďŹƒcial Host Hotel) which is also the site of the Welcome Center. You can also shop for swag there or have a few drinks with the people who make all the parties happen. From Thursday, March 2 through Tuesday, March 7, Miami and Miami Beach’s hottest nightclubs will be taken over by the thousands of partiers who will come out to help raise money for the National LGBTQ Task Force. Some of the highlights of the weekend include:
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ELEVATE HIGH BAR AT THE DREAM HOTEL SOUTH BEACH (1111 COLLINS AVE., MIAMI BEACH) 5-9 P.M.
Afternoon cocktails in Miami Beach perched atop one of the hottest hotels on the beach? Yes please! Join the revelers as the sunsets on day two of the festivities. Join DJs Dawson and Roland Belmares as they provide the beats while some of the most beautiful people Miami has to offer get down up high.
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Every year, Friday night at Club Space is an iconic part of Winter Party Festival. This year organizers are stepping it up a notch. The all-new Friday night party HEAT is produced with Hilton Wolman Events. DJ Nacho Chapado makes his Winter Party debut alongside DJ Alex Acosta on the Space Terrace, with DJ Deanne all night in the Space Basement. Three world-class DJs, one sizzling Miami night. Be there!
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Under One Sun Pool Party is one of the most popular Winter Party events. This year, organizers are moving it to one of the largest pools in Miami Beach, the Deauville Beach Resort! Move to the rhythm-inducing beats of Winter Party alumni and fan-favorite DJ Dan Slater. Get ready for DJ Kitty Glitter, making her Winter Party debut! Take to the ocean-side pool with a sea of friends and fellow festival goers; this will definitely be one of the most memorable pool parties of the year!
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This year, the block party at Palace Bar has been expanded and will take place on Saturday afternoon as well. Part one gets kicked off with DJs Rafael Barreto and Rodolfo Bravat after the Under One Sun Pool Party. Dancing is free, but VIP options including drinks are available at the Winter Party website.
ENERGY 10 P.M. TO 7 A.M. SCORE (1437 WASHINGTON AVE, MIAMI BEACH)
Get ready to feel the ENERGY, our Saturday night main event with the ultra-talented DJs Micky Friedmann and Isaac Escalante on the main floor, and DJ Hannah downstairs! Two floors of world-class talent, one event so iconic it could only be Winter Party!
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The Beach Party is the largest and most popular Winter Party event, the crown jewel of Winter Party. It’s hard to describe the magic of dancing on the sands of South Beach with your chosen family, and thousands of new friends from all over the world! It’s an experience you have to see to believe, and one you will never forget. For the first time EVER in 2017, Winter Party favorite ROSABEL (DJs Ralphi Rosario and Abel Aguilera) will be on deck, pounding out the beats you will not be able to resist! If you do even one event this year, it better be this one. Grab your sunscreen, your favorite speedo, and we’ll see you there!
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Head from the beach to the block as Winter Party rolls onto 12th street, outside Miami’s legendary Palace Bar, who is partnering with Jake Resnicow for Sunday’s block party, part two of the Illuminate series. The music, the memories and the party all keep moving, making for an unforgettable - and unstoppable - Sunday evening with DJs Erik Vilar (On the cover of Hotspots this week) and Cindel.
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Just when you think you’ve seen it all ... Winter Party with Masterbeat presents: WE Party Sailor! This legendary Sunday night event returns to Copa Room (formerly Mansion/ Icon) for a party that you will not soon forget! Making their Winter Party debuts, DJs Binomio and Oscar Velazquez will keep you dancing all night long. This event is MASSIVE and not to be missed! Don’t forget to take off on Monday!
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great place to have brunch or dinner with a show. Their Sunday Brunchic is legendary but reserve early, as they almost always reach capacity. The drag here is legendary, the food is good too. You will know you are getting close when the music along Ocean Drive gets a whole lot gayer. Palace recently celebrated
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1. Oliver’s Bistro 959 West Ave Oliver’s Bistro is a local, neighborhood bistro that features an eclectic menu and a scratch kitchen. They are open seven days a week and feature a brunch menu on the weekends. Head Chef Ed Malloy will have your taste buds singing with his deliciously-prepared culinary delights. Don’t miss the Country Spaghetti with Spicy Italian Sausage (19.95) and the Chicken Schnitzel ($16.95). Reservations are not required but are recommended for parties of �ive or more. OliversMiamiBeach.com
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some of the best Chinese food on Miami Beach. While the décor may leave a bit to the imagination, the service is great and the cute little grandma waitress will make sure you are well taken care of. Every time I eat there, I feel like I am in her personal dining room. Try the Special Wonton Soup ($9.25) but bring a friend, it’s a big bowl and perfect for sharing. SumYumGaimiamibeach. com
Jeff O’Neill rose to fame at some of the most famous restaurants in the country and will leave you wowed with his amazing creations. BartonG.com
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areas in the restaurant. If you make it for lunch, don’t miss the Roasted Truf�le Salmon ($13.95). Since it’s Winter Party, you should be in the mood for a cocktail; let Doraku take you away with one of their amazing specialty drinks. While the portions are not giant, the �lavor certainly is. DorakuSushi.com
5. Doraku Izakaya and Sushi 1104 Lincoln Rd Doraku is the brainchild of Kevin Aoki, son of Benihana founder Rocky Aoki, who is almost singlehandedly responsible for the popularity of Japanese food in the United States. Doraku is kind of like a Japanese Tapas restaurant. Plates are served as they are prepared and emerge from three different kitchen
6. Las Vacas Gordas Argentine Steak House 933 Normandy Drive If you are a carnivore and like a good steak, you won’t want to miss Las Vacas Gordas, which is located in South Beach’s norther sister neighborhood of North Beach (still in Miami Beach). It is worth the drive uptown to chow down on some of the �inest cuts of meat you will �ind on the beach. Portions are HUGE so plan to share. Don’t miss the Enrollada, a giant skirt steak rolled up and big enough to wrap around your waist! After 6 p.m. most of the parking lots in North Beach are free so you can save a bit on parking while you visit. LasVacasGordas.com
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7. Balans Restaurant & Bar 1022 Lincoln Road Balans is great for lunch, brunch, or dinner and is one of the best places on our list for people watching since it is smack dab in the middle of Lincoln Road, Miami Beach’s premier outdoor shopping area. With great salads and delicious smoothies and shakes, Balans is perfect for all of you who are looking to watch the waist line but also want to enjoy delicious food in a great atmosphere. BalansRestaurants.com
9 8 8. Puerto Sagua 700 Collins Ave Puerto Sagua has been a SoBe institution since the early 1960s and has recently re-opened after a kitchen �ire closed the place down for six months. Known for serving up some of the best Cuban cuisine on the beach, Puerto Sagua provides an authentic Miami Beach experience with no frills, just good food. Sit around the bar (think diner, not drinking establishment) and practice your Spanish as you enjoy a cortadito, some pork chunks and maduros.
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9. Drunken Dragon 1424 Alton Rd I am going out on a limb here, but I am pretty sure there is nothing like Drunken Dragon in Miami Beach. Located in a nondescript strip mall on Alton Road, the sign on top says Market, but inside is a Korean oasis serving up delicious meats that you grill yourself at your own mini grill. Think DIY Hibachi, at least some chef isn’t going to hit you in the eye with a hot shrimp! Set up like speakeasy from the bygone days of prohibition, Drunken Dragon is a hip modern take on Korean
10. News Café 800 Ocean Drive Ocean Drive is home to New Café which has been serving up good food along with books and newspapers since 1988. This was the favorite spot of slain gay designer Gianni Versace when he used to call SoBe home. Take a seat at one of the outdoor tables and watch the crowds pass by on Ocean Drive. The menu at News Café is vast and includes everything from Babaganush to Pizza and practically everything in between. NewsCafe.com
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he Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing is proud to announce that the national tour of Annie, now in its third smash year, will return to Miami for a limited run March 3 – 5 inside the Center’s Ziff Ballet Opera House. Directed by original lyricist and director Martin Charnin for the 19th time,
this production of Annie is a brand-new incarnation of the iconic Tony Awardwinning original. The beloved score for Annie includes “Maybe,” “It’s the Hard Knock Life,” “You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile,” “Easy Street,” “I Don’t Need Anything But You” and the eternal anthem of optimism, “Tomorrow.”
Awards®, including Best Musical, Best Book (Thomas Meehan) and Best Score (Charles Strouse, Martin Charnin). The show remains one of the biggest Broadway musical hits ever. It ran for 2,377 performances after it first opened, and has been performed in 28 languages and has been running somewhere around the world for 39 years.
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Annie has a book by Thomas Meehan, music by Charles Strouse and lyrics by Martin Charnin. All three authors received 1977 Tony Awards for their work. Choreography is by Liza Gennaro, who has incorporated selections from her father Peter Gennaro’s 1977 Tony Award®-winning choreography. The celebrated design team includes scenic design by Tony Award winner Beowulf Boritt (Act One, The Scottsboro Boys, Rock of Ages); costume design by Costume Designer’s Guild Award winner Suzy Benzinger (Blue Jasmine, Movin’ Out, Miss Saigon); lighting design by Tony Award® winner Ken Billington (Chicago, Annie, White Christmas); and sound design by Tony Award® nominee Peter Hylenski (Rocky, Bullets Over Broadway, Motown). The lovable mutt “Sandy” is once again trained by Tony Award® Honoree William Berloni (Annie, A Christmas Story, Legally Blonde). Musical supervision and additional orchestrations are by Keith Levenson (Annie, She Loves Me, Dreamgirls). Casting is by Joy Dewing CSA, Joy Dewing Casting (Soul Doctor, Wonderland). The tour is produced by TROIKA Entertainment, LLC. The production features a 25-member company: in the title role of Annie is Tori Bates, an 11-year-old actress from Sarasota, FL, making her tour debut. She most recently starred as Young Josephine in the sold-out run of Josephine at Asolo Repertory Theatre. Gilgamesh Taggett stars as Oliver Warbucks, and in the role of Miss Hannigan is Erin Fish. Also starring in the tour are Casey Prins as Grace Farrell; Michael Santora as Rooster; Mallory King as Lily; and Jeffrey B. Duncan as FDR. Sunny and Macy, rescue terrier mixes, star as Sandy. The orphans are Bunny Baldwin as Molly; Jacqueline Galvano as July; Ava Slater as Kate; Amanda Swickle as Pepper;Amanda Wylie as Tessie; and Katie Wylie as Duffy. The featured ensemble includes Timothy Allen, Todd Berkich, Katie Davis, Adam du Plessis, Mia Fitzgibbon, Caroline Lellouche, Conor McGiffin, Mackenzie Perpich, Connor Simpson, David Vogel, Anastasia Wolfe and Roxy York. The original production of Annie opened April 21, 1977 at the Alvin Theatre and went on to win the New York Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Musical, seven Drama Desk Awards including Best Musical, the Grammy for Best Cast Show Album and seven Tony
For more information on Annie the Musical, go to: www.AnnieTheMusical.com. Tickets for Annie are on sale now. To purchase tickets, visit www.ArshtCenter.org, call 305-949-6722 or visit the Arsht Center Box Office 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33132. Ticket prices start at $29. Hotspots.LGBT | 77
MIAMI Gala 2017
SUNDAY, MARCH 12, 2017 • 6:30–8:30pm at the Nobu Hotel Eden Roc
This sparkling, fun event in support and celebration of the inspiring and successful work of Equality Florida includes cocktails, sumptuous hors d’oeuvres, and the “State of the State Address” by Equality Florida CEO, Nadine Smith. Miami-Dade School Superintendent Alberto Carvalho will be presenting the Annual Voice of Equality Award to Lisa La Monica.
TICKETS $150 To RSVP and for more information on sponsorship visit eqfl.org/miamigala or contact Cindy Brown at Cindy@eqfl.org or 786-210-0613 for details. Sponsorship opportunities Begin at $500. Equality Florida is the largest civil rights organization dedicated to securing full equality for Florida’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. All net proceeds directly benefit Equality Florida Institute, a tax exempt 501c3 non-profit organization.
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low Burn Theatre Company’s production of the hilarious roller skating musical adventure plays through Sunday, March 5. Based on the 1980s cult movie classic, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly, the far-out and funny tale about following your dreams features the chart-topping songs from the film composed by pop-rock legends Jeff Lynne and John Farrar including: “Magic,” “Suddenly,” “I’m Alive,” “Evil Woman,” “All Over the World” and, of course, “Xanadu.” The cast features Lindsey Corey, Rick Pena, Larry Buzzeo, Lissa Grossman, Sharyn Peoples, Conor Walton, Elijah Word, Sabrina Gore and Emily Tarallo. Slow Burn Theatre Company was recently nominated for a dozen Carbonell Awards for theatrical excellence including
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two for Xanadu director and choreographer Patrick Fitzwater. Music director Manny Schvartzman, sound designer Rich Szczublewski, lighting designer Thomas Shorrock, set designer Sean McClelland and costume designer Rick Pena are the creative team that brings back the sounds and fashions of the era. Starting one hour prior to the performance and during intermission, sumptuous sandwiches, salads, snacks and desserts are available for purchase with convenient walk-up service. A full cash bar is also available. Performance times are Thursday–Friday at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. uTickets are $45 via Ticketmaster. Buy tickets online at BrowardCenter.org or Ticketmaster.com; by phone at 954462-0222; in person at Ticketmaster outlets or the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office.
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2230 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors 954-990-4801 Sip on some of the freshest java, baked goods and more at this intimate, comfortable hangout on Wilton Drive.
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1421 E. Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park, Fladragshow. com; 954-5670987 A restaraunt/cabaret that “dresses up” to entertain its guests! Fabulous drag and tons of fun.
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3599 N. Federal Hwy, Ft. Lauderdale MaiKai.com; 954-563-3272 Dine at a Polynesian Village, complete with tiki torches, a thatch roof and a wooden plank entrance. One of South Florida’s most unique dining and entertainment experiences.
2266 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors AlibiWiltonManors.com; 954-565-2526 Relaxed patio atmosphere with a full menu offering award-winning burgers, wings, hot & cold sandwiches, sliders, flat bread pizzas and fresh fish, shrimp and chicken entrees. Full bar.
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MOJO RESTAURANT
4140 N. Federal Hwy., Ft. Lauderdale MoJoFL.com 954-568-4443 Full service restaurant featuring a boutique wine list, craft cocktails, great food and a friendly, knowledgeable staff. Happy Hour 5-7 p.m. Mon. – Sat., and special nights throughout the week.
3485 N. Federal Hwy. Fort Lauderdale 954-568-2208 NabuAmericanFusionBuffet.com This place offers it all: Japanese, American, Italian and Chinese.
NEW YORK GRILLED CHEESE
2207 Wilton Dr., Wilton Manors NewYorkGrilledCheese.com 954-564-6887 x2 Gourmet grilled cheese melts, craft beer and wine.
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2362 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale qbarfl.com; 954-565-2229 Live jazz & blues acts perform at this gastropub serving gourmet burgers & Creole-type dishes.
ROSIE’S BAR & GRILL
2449 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors Facebook.com/rosiesbarandgrill 954-563-0123 A Wilton Drive favorite, this place is known for its non-stop party every “Sunday Funday” with live DJs spinning great music. Great burgers, fresh seafood and amazing Sunday Brunch 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
RUMORS BAR “PALATE PARTY” PIOLA
2374 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale piola.it/local-fort-lauderdale/cities/display; 954-990-4801 Italy-based pizzeria chain serving brick-oven pies, pasta & cocktails in hip, fun, informal surroundings.
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2426 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors RumorsBarWiltonManors.com 954-565-8851 Punch Drunk Brunch returns March 5. Serving fresh, local ingredients in delicious dishes by award-winning Cutthroat Kitchen chef Robyn Almodovar.
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2306 E. Oakland Park Blvd. tacobar.menu; 954-909-4213 Modern, creative decor, eclectic music, upscale gourmet Mexican fare at reasonable prices.
TEE JAY’S SUSHI
2254 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors teejaythaisushi.com; 954-537-7774 Casual locale for Thai & Japanese eats with Asian decorative touches and some traditional low tables.
1514 E. Commercial Blvd., Fort Lauderdale thaispicefla.com; 954-537-7774 Voted the “Best Thai Restaurant in South Florida 2015” by the Sun-Sentinel, this gem dishes up Thai classics and specials on a huge menu that includes Pan-Asian fare & steaks in a soothing space. “This is the type of place locals love so much it will be packed on a weekday. So it’s best if you make a reservation,” the newspaper recommended. “The Pad Thai is their most popular dish, and you can have it with shrimp, lobster, beef, chicken or pork. You can also order those same options of meat a la carte with different sauces and sides.” Happy Hour with half-off appetizers and drinks from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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2000 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors TropicsWM.com; 954-537-6000 A Wilton Drive staple and long-time favorite. Daily specials (Wednesday 8 oz. prime rib is highly recommended!) and live entertainment every night. Outside dining. Lunch served daily Mon.-Sun. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Pool, darts and poker. Sunday brunch and karaoke.
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3017 E. Commercial Blvd. Fort Lauderdale zuckerellos.com; 954-776-4282 Familiar Italian pastas and flavorful mainstays (plus early-bird specials) are offered up in this inviting eatery.
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1. Red meat is higher in saturated fat and cholesterol which can clog arteries and lead to heart disease and strokes. 2. Grilling meat is a waist-line friendly cooking method, but it can result in harmful compounds called heterocyclic amines (HCA’s) forming in the cooked meat which have been linked to cancer. 3. Processed red meats like bacon, hot dogs and most packaged lunch meats are loaded with saturated fat, bad cholesterol, sodium, nitrates and other preservatives which have been linked to increased risk of colon and pancreatic cancers. Bottom Line: Two 3-4 ounce portions of red meat per week is considered healthy. Avoid processed meats and fatty cuts of beef like prime rib and rib-eye steak. Consume lean cuts such as flank steak, New York strip and tender loin. Trim off excess fat, grill or broil properly and enjoy!
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1. Red meat is a great source of vitamins like B6, B12, and Vitamin D which a body needs to function properly. 2. Meat, especially grass fed beef or lamb, is higher in omega-3 fatty acids which keep cholesterol levels in the good ranges. 3. Red meat is a rich source of protein. If you’re active in sports or working out regularly, your body needs steady and convenient sources of protein like red meat, fish, chicken and lean pork. The International Sports Sciences Association recommends .8 to 1 gram of protein per pound of lean body mass.
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BEFORE NIGHT FALLS SE ESTRENA EN MIAMI El opera sigue la historia del poeta cubano Reynaldo Arenas
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Adora: Oye Teddy, ¿Viste que la Florida Grand Opera de Miami está produciendo una ópera sobre Reynaldo Arenas, el poeta cubano gay? Arenas llegó a los Estados Unidos en el Mariel después de haber sido encarcelado y acosado por su poesía abiertamente gay. El espectáculo comienza el 18 de marzo en el Arsht Center y tiene el mismo título que la película de Julian Schnabel: “Before Night Falls” ¡Vamos!
Teddy Behr: Sí. Recuerdo la película con Johnny Depp y Javier Bardem. Realmente demostró cuán imposible era para un poeta abiertamente gay y disidente como Arenas permanecer en Cuba. Para mí suena como drama, suena hermoso.
Adora: La ópera fue escrita por Jorge Martin y dirigida por David Gately. Ya se ha presentado en la Ópera de Fort Worth y ahora, viene a Miami. Muchas personas no saben lo anti-gay que fue el gobierno cubano o lo malo que fue para la comunidad LGBT, sobre todo para la comunidad transgénero. Teddy: Es un buen momento para volver a contar su historia; Cuba está tratando de reformar y ha hecho algunos progresos, pero Venezuela y Ecuador y otros países de nuestro hemisferio están mostrando señales de agredir la libertad de expresión y los derechos humanos universales. Arenas fue realmente valiente y su poesía trasciende la “experiencia gay”, se trata de la libertad de sentimientos, de ser y de hablar ... y la forma en que a veces los gobiernos se sienten amenazados por esa
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libertad de expresión.
Adora: Cuando era un niño en La Habana en los años 80, podrías ir a la cárcel por vestirse de drag, así que sí, el gobierno vio muchas cosas como una amenaza para su orden. Por supuesto, criticar abiertamente al gobierno fue aún más grave, y los manuscritos de Arenas tuvieron que ser sacados de Cuba como contrabando; afortunadamente se los publicaron en París. Yo no conocía a Reynaldo, pero me encanta su historia, y me encanta la forma en que muestra la hipocresía de que el gobierno es capaz y lo peligroso que puede ser cuestionarlo. Teddy: Los shows en Miami tendrán lugar del 18 al 25 de marzo; Hay un total de 5 actuaciones incluyendo matinés. Acabo de descubrir que el Arsht tiene entradas de ópera a partir de $ 19, así que no es tan caro como pensé que la ópera tenía que ser.
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Adora: Teddy, did you see that Miami’s Florida Grand Opera is producing an opera on Reynaldo Arenas, the gay Cuban poet? Arenas came to the US in the Mariel boat lift after having been jailed and harassed for his openly Gay poetry. The show starts March 18, at the Arsht Center and has the same title as the movie by Julian Schnabel: ‘Before Night Falls” We’re going! Teddy Behr: Yes. I remember the movie with Johnny Depp and Javier Bardem. It really showed how impossible it was for an openly gay and dissident poet like Arenas to stay in Cuba. To me it sounds like drama, it sounds beautiful.
Adora: The opera was written by Jorge Martin and directed by David Gately. It has already been presented at the Fort Worth Opera and it’s headed to Miami. A lot of people don’t know how anti-gay the Cuban government really was or how bad it was for the LGBT community, especially for the transgender community. Teddy Behr: It’s a great time to retell his story; Cuba’s trying to reform and has made some progress, but Venezuela and Ecuador and other countries in our hemisphere are showing signs of cracking down on free expression and universal human rights. Arenas was really
courageous and his poetry transcends the “gay experience,” it’s about the freedom to feel, to be, and to speak out…and the way sometimes governments feel threatened by that free expression. Adora: When I was a kid in Havana in the ’80’s, you could go to jail for dressing in drag, so yeah the government saw a lot of stuff as threatening to its order. Of course, openly criticizing the government was even more serious, and Arenas’ manuscripts had to be smuggled out of Cuba where luckily they got published in Paris. I didn’t know Reynaldo but I love his story, and I love the way it shows the hypocrisy that government is capable of, and how dangerous it can be to question it.
Teddy Behr: Performances in Miami are March 18-25; there are a total of 5 performances including matinees. I just found out that the Arsht has opera tickets starting at $19, so it’s not as expensive as I thought opera had to be….
Adora: That’s great Teddy, but we’re getting front row center seats…AREN’T WE??
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u FOR SALE BROWARD SINGLE FAMILY HOME WILTON MANORS
Vintage 2/1 with detached 1/1 guest house. Original wood floors. Metal roofs, Walking distance to the Drive. Perfect for vacation rental property or AirBnb. Motivated. Asking $539.000. (954)701-6238
CORAL RIDGE TOWNHOME
Large 2/2.5 Turnkey Coral Ridge town home. Fireplace, Pool, Renovated bathrooms, kitchen, stainless, granite. Near the Galleria and beach. Must see! $439,000. 954.464.7032
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For a Lifetime of South Florida Real Estate Experience
“Broker Joe” Grano, REALTOR® I will be your friend and partner in success.
Remodeled WM 2/2 Near trending hotspots just off Wilton Drive! Opened kitchen. Impact glass windows and doors. Low maint! Heated pool, great amenities, friendly complex! Asking $157,000
Joseph A Grano
Largest great room in Coral Hills! Best price. New, opened kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Spacious & bright. Open floor plan. Close to everything. Walk to beaches and entertainment. Room for pool. Asking $419,900.
Broker | Owner | Success Coach | Established 1985 1881 NE 26th St. # 212 Wilton Manors, Fl. 33305 Licensed Real Estate Brokerage
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EAST LAKERIDGE COZY STUDIO WITH SLEEPING LOFT
Full kitchen, tile floors, ceiling fans, window blinds, tropical secluded pool & patio area. 1 mile to beach & Wilton Drive. On-site laundry available. Private off-street parking. No smoking inside! One person only/no drama. Electric, WiFi, HD DirecTV, & water included. Furnished or unfurnished/ $850.00 a month. 954-636-9298.
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Need a last minute room? Take advantage of our $99 dollar rates at the NEW Calypso Inn, Wilton Manors. Not good for reservations. Good for one night only. Valid major credit card required. Phone Wes Leigh at 954.605.3561 to see if there is a vacancy.
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Beautiful two bedroom townhome in quiet 5-plex. 5 Minutes to beach and I-95. Large sit-in kitchen with center island, central air, ceiling fans, washer/ dryer in unit, dishwasher and more. Small pet ok. Great neighbors and neighborhood. Master bedroom has walk in closet and sliding glass doors to private balcony. $1,475./mo. 954-253-1929. Photos at: www. yourperfectapartment.com
LARGE 1BD/1BA APT IN CORAL RIDGE AREA
Large 1BD/1BA, 2nd floor $850.00.Large closets, 1st floor. All Utility’s included. Both with laundry facility’s. Nice quiet area - Walk to Coral Ridge No pets. Call 954-868-0659
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French Doors, white tile floors. $1350./month, 2 people, no dogs, cat okay. onsite laundry, 2 cars. Prefer older couple. 954-624-6155
MIKE THE RENTAL GUY
NE Lauderdale/Wilton Manors/Oakland/ Victoria Park 1/1 from $990 2/1 from $1190. Credit & Income Requirements- Pets okay with restrictions. Call for Details Mike 561-703-5533 miketherentalguy@aol.com
u RENTALS - OAKLAND PARK RENOVATED DUPLEX 4 RENT W/2 MASTER BEDROOMS 2BATH
One of the two Master bedrooms has its own entrance. Big kitchen and HUGE private yard perfect for your pet. East Oakland Park. $1,650.00 F/S Call Fernando 954-471-5585
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10 min. to beach, 1 block to nightlife! 1000 SF home, secluded gated yard, central A/C, W/D, BBQ. $1400 Month. Security/first/last month. Small pet ok. Background check. PH: 954-465-4827
MANOR GROVE
Spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Totally renovated. Walk to the Drive and all Wilton Manors has to offer. $1600./mo. Sorry no pets. Call for more info 857-919-6804. Pics available online. www.hotspots.lgbt
u ROOMMATES - FORT LAUDERDALE GM TO SHARE 2BD/1BA HOME OFF COMMERCIAL BLVD
Cable, internet, community pool and golf. 4 to 5 miles to Wilton Manors. $575/month. Plus $500/sec. Call Mark 954-731-1543
ROOMMATE WANTED
GWM 54 looking for same to share 2 bedroom one bath, really cool 50’s building. Electric & Water included, washer/dryer, Private and separate entrance. $550 a month-to-month lease. Near Fort Laud. Beach, Wilton Manors night-life & Downtown. Need 1st last and security. No pets, No smoking. Contact Don 954-288-6878
u ROOMMATES - OAKLAND PARK ROOM FOR RENT
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u LICENSED MASSAGE MASSAGE BY MARK
Mature therapist with 20 years of experience in Swedish, Deep Tissue and Reiki. $40. out calls only. By appointment 954-895-2265. Fort Lauderdale area.
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Amazing massage experience with the amenities of a luxury spa. Swedish, Deep tissue, Hot Stone and Sports Massage. You work your body-now treat it well. I have 20 years of experience providing professional therapeutic massage. You will receive super first-rate services during every treatment. Call for an appointment. Dennis Replogle, LMT MA83885 FortLauderdaleLiveWellMassage.com
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In & out travel to resorts or homes. Private studio located at Hollywood Blvd. & 95. Massage/Facials/ Waxing www.massagemp.com 305-331-1010 Miguel MA0025781
MASSAGE BY STEVEN JAY
Have a great Swedish or deep tissue massage. Very private quiet and clean. 1/hr $50 and 1/2 hr $25. Steve 954-900-4999. Lic MA16988
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Cooling is what we do best. FPL rebates, insured, CACO 36862. FREE estimates on replacements. $95 tune up, Call 954-764-1990
AFFORDABLE AIR CONDITIONING REPAIRS
Fast repair service, A&H AC 954-392-1301. Lic. CAC057837, replacement units with financing options if needed. Over 30 years serving our community. Evenings and weekends too.
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24 Hour Emergency Service • Honest & Reliable Service • Preventive Maintenance & Service • Complete System Upgrades • High Efficiency Upgrades We Accept all Major Credit Cards 100% Financing Available. Call Matt @ 954-982-3978 Fully Insured & Licensed “Hotspots” Yearly Tune-up Special $75.00
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Repairs, installations, indoor air quality. Residential/ Commercial. Proudly serving the tri-county area. Quality and experience. Free service calls for all A/C makes and models. Lic/Ins CMC1249558 Call 954-274-8287 for your free estimate. **10% off your first repair**
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u CLEANING SERVICES u HAIR REMOVAL MANSCAPING SPECIALIST
Areas that you can’t take care of yourself. Trimming and shaving. Expert Brazilian shaving. $50/Hour. Wilton Manors. Jason 954-551-7094.
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Body shaving and trimming in the comfort of your own home. Friendly, no attitude, Broward only. $50.00 per session 9AM-9PM, call Michael at 754222-6623
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Quality cleaning in everything we do, better prices and better results in your cleaning experience. Call for an appointment today.
***CLEAN IT RITE*** THE BEST CLEANING FOR YOUR BUCK!
1BD $60, 2BD $70, 3BD $80. Excellent rates and references. 10 years in the business. Serving Broward, North Miami and South Palm Beach. Also pet sitting and window cleaning avail. Call Manny at 954-560-4443
BRAZILIAN HOME AND OFFICE CLEANING
Let the Brazilian Man do it. Your Home or Office Cleaning. In business since 1998. 1BD/$50 and Up, 2BD/$60 and Up. Weekly, bi-weekly. Free quote available. Call or Text 954-861-7617
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25 Years of cleaning experience. Our cleaners are the best in the area. Customizing your visit from Cleaning to laundry to pet care, Butlers in the Manor. We’re waiting for your call. 239-233-1221 www. butlersinthemanor.net
HARRY’S ELECTRIC RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
Additions, renovations, service upgrades, breaker panels, FPL undergrounds, code violations, A/C wiring, ceiling fans, recessed, security & landscaping, lighting, pools, pumps, Jacuzzis, water heaters, FREE PHONE ESTIMATES 954-522-3357 Lic & Ins. www.harryelectrician.com
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u ELECTRICAL RTS ELECTRIC - 24 HOUR SERVICE
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We Paint, caulk, remove grout, repair rotted wood, roof paint & coating, replace & repair broken, laminate, tiles, wood installation & tile. Bathroom remodel, furniture assembly, fix drips & switches, paving, pottery and landscape, yard work & debris removal. CALL KEITH (786)227-9981(Miami/ Broward /Palm Beach) Impeccable References.
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19 yrs. experience, excellent work, referrals upon request. Call Roberto at 954-383-8980
u COMPUTERS FLORIDA TECH SUPPORT
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**OPTIMA** COMPUTER REPAIR 954-817-3883
IN-HOME SERVICE. Proudly serving our community for over 12 years. *Get the BEST performance, protection & value from your computer investment. *A+ Hardware & OS certified. *Friendly, professional, RELIABLE service. Reasonable rates. Call: Mike 954-817-3883 140 | Hotspots.LGBT
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Your Personal Tech Assistant. BEST RATES in the tri-county area. Specializing in Android & iPhones. PC/Mac-Training, Installation, Clean-up & Repairs. Friendly, In-Home Srvc. Call/Txt 954-903-4383.
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In-home discreet service by nice, reliable gay guy with over 30 of years experience. Help with computers, cell phones, tablets, TVs and WiFi? Got a virus? Computer sluggish? Want your own website? Adult content on your computer that requires discretion? Need help accessing gay social sites such as Silver Daddy? Want a special photo to load onto website? A+ Certified. Call 954-295-2220
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Tax Preparation and Resolution for Individuals and Small Business. Help With Same Sex Marriage Issues and IRS Issues. Call 781-363-5519 or 561-429-3592 or visit our website at www.haroldjblotchertaxes.com
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u PLUMBING ALL COUNTY PLUMBING CONTRACTORS INC
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Professional gay male musician offering lessons for all ages and levels in your home or my studio. Broadway, pop, classically trained. Lets have fun! Jonathan 646-418-4043 jcorn29@hotmail.com
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NEED WOOD
By Woody Miller
BEING
SINGLE
H
ey Woody! I’ve been in a committed relationship for three years now and I can’t tell you how tired I am of all my single friends complaining that they’re single. “I don’t understand why I’m still single,” they’ll whine. Well, I don’t know either, especially the friends that have everything going for them. So tell me, Woody, why are there so many good-looking, bright gay guys with lots to offer that are “single against their will?” I want to know so the next time somebody asks me I’ll have something to say. — Married and loving it
Dear Married: Great. Another letter from somebody living in a g@ddamned love story. Thanks for lording it over us. Too bad we don’t know each other. You’d experience the full effect of my life’s philosophy—“If you can’t have a happy home, wreck one.” There are lots of reasons for being single. The best one, in my book, is because you want to be. But we’re not talking about *those* people. We’re talking about people who don’t like being single and want to put a stop to it. Anyway, here are the three major reasons single guys give for being single and the real meaning behind them: 1) “I’m too independent.” Translation: “I’m a sel�ish prick.” 2) ”I don’t have time for a boyfriend.” Translation: “I’m downloading so much p@rn my ISP thinks I’m a priest.”
3) ”I’m not ready to settle down yet.” Translation: “Nobody’s asked me out in three years.” So much for why single people think they’re single. Here’s why Woody thinks they’re single: They’re making wrong choices. Wrong choice #1: Staying in. If you want somebody to put out you’ve gotta put something in. Like time. Go out—bars, functions, volunteering, sports teams, the works. Wrong choice #2: Doing it alone. The hunt should be done in packs. Get a group of friends that regularly do things. You’ll have more fun when things go right and you’ll have more support when they go wrong. Wrong choice #3: Believing that the right guy is out there. What a scarcity mentality that is. Listen to me, girlie-men. There are PLENTY of “right” guys out there. The world is �illed with kind, decent men who’ll treat you right and you shouldn’t be discouraged just because I’m not one of them. Wrong choice #4: Believing that guys just aren’t attracted to you. Believe the truth: You’re putting out energy that doesn’t attract guys. Change the energy and your underwear will come off more often. Being single, even if you don’t want to be, is a choice. In becoming aware that you’ve made that choice (namely, by choosing to believe in things that aren’t true) you have the power to change it. Change your mind and it’ll change your life.
Ask Woody a question at needwood@mac.com. Want more dating tips? Check out Woody’s book,
Meet The Hottie in The Corner. The 21 Day Plan To Overcome Your Fear Of Rejection, Master The Art Of Icebreakers And Snag Guys You Never Thought You Could Get. http://grabhim.net/gay-dating-guides/