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t's that time again, when Miami Beach's talented, prettiest and iercest “Queens” put it all on the line for the “T'' – the tiara that is! A new Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride will be crowned to rule the LGBTQ kingdom, friends and allies on Monday, April 2nd at the 6th Annual Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride Pageant, bene itting Miami Beach Gay Pride. This year, the Pageant moves to glamorous new digs at the Faena Theater, 3201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach. The curtain goes up on the Stella Rosa Red Carpet Champagne Reception at 7:30 p.m., hosted by Kitty Meow aka Shawn Palacious,

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and the Pageant starts promptly at 9 p.m. Hosted by Peter J. Morales, Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride 2013 Tiﬀany T. Fantasia and Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride 2015 Athena Dion, the Pageant will mesmerize guests as the who's who of the drag world take to the stage serving face, body and brains to compete for the 2018 Miami Beach Gay Pride crown being passed down from the reigning Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride, Joanna James. Special guest performances during the evening will include Joanna James, Miss Florida F.I. 2017/18 and Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride 2016 Kalah Mendoza, Athena Dion, Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride 2014 Tp Lords,

Tiﬀany T. Fantasia, Adora, Tayanna Love, Missy Miyake LePaige and many more. Keeping things moving to just the right beat will be DJ Sushiman Lords aka Brad Woﬀord. “I had no idea winning Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride 2017 would be this much fun; it has been a fabulous year,” said James. “I know I'm going to be a tough act to follow as Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride, so these ladies better bring it!” Along with being judged for their all-around “fabulosity,” Pageant contestants will compete in the categories of Presentation (show your pride), Swimwear, Evening Gown with Questions and Answers, and Talent. Contestant entry fee: $125 (pre-registered) / $175 (Two days prior). The newly crowned queen will receive the title of Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride 2018, the Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride Crown designed by Joey Rolon from Funky Sexy Couture along with a matching jewelry set of a ring and earrings designed by Michael Egnor from Beauty & Elegance Designs, $1,000 in cash and $1,000 in prizes. Included in the prize package are a photo shoot by photographer Dale Stine; an interview on NBC's “6 in the Mix” with Miami Beach Gay Pride's Ally Grand Marshal Roxanne Vargas;

and a meet-and-greet photo-op with this year's Pride Marshal Gus Kenworthy at the VIP Gala at the Faena Forum on Friday, April 6th. Then the winner had better sharpen her stilettos because she'll be featured in the Miami Beach Gay Pride Parade and be introduced from the Grand Stand Stage; she'll perform at the Main Stage on Sunday, April 8th; and emcee 2019 Miami Beach Gay Pride festivities. She will then represent Miami Beach Gay Pride at events and activities leading up to the 2019 Pride. Tickets can be purchased at http://missmbgp2018.brownpa pertickets.com. Several ticket packages are available at the two- loor venue ranging from a VIP Banquette for four people including a complimentary bottle of Pride's liquor sponsor alcohol for $450, to Second Floor Drink Rail seating or standing for $20 per person. All prices do not include 20% gratuity or any applicable taxes. Earlybird pricing is available on all ticket levels until 24 hours before the event. Must be 21 to purchase tickets. For Pageant registration and information, please contact: Tiﬀany T Fantasia: (305) 215-7270 / sobetiﬀany@gmail.com For special requests or additional information, please contact: Peter J. Morales: (786) 3688374 / missmiamibeachgaypride@gm ail.com Visit the Miss MBGP Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/MissMiamiBea chGayPridePageant For more information visit www.miamibeachgaypride.com.

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What’s HOT

South Florida

ast Monday, Latrice Royale and my friend in law (AKA also known as Latrice's Fiancé) Christopher Hamblin presented the annual Mr. and Miss Pride South Florida Pageant once again at the Aventura Arts & Cultural

Center. The attendance was up and the contestants were not playing as they came to slay. In the end, the new court is Rolly Villaverde and Dee Ranged (special shout out to Athena Dion, who was 1st alternate and killed it in presentation and evening gown). Congrats to Latrice, Christopher, and everyone else involved on a fabulous pageant.

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momentous day for all of us. In addition, openly gay Steven Glassman (with his partner over 40 years) was sworn in as Commissioner.

Also on Tuesday, GFLGLCC held their latest mixer at the Warsaw's Milk Money which was co-sponsored by Fit 4 Life and Remedium Wellness.

Stonewall Street Festival hosted their March Gay Skate at Xtreme Action Park. The event was DJ'd by Hunters' Richie Rich, and lots of cute gay boys, and some girls came out to skate. This is a fun event you should keep on your radar for next month (3rd Wed of the month). On Thursday, the Pride Center hosted their monthly

Founders Circle event at the new Allied Kitchen and Bath

location in Oakland Park just north of the Switchbox Cafe. The event showcased their latest and greatest in appliances.

On Saturday, Southern Nights Fort Lauderdale held their First Anniversary Party starring, direct from RuPaul's Drag Race Season 10 Vanessa Vanjie Mateo along with hostess Athena Dion, and performances by Tiana Norell, Erika Norell, and Fantasia Royal Gaga.

On Saturday and Sunday

Everything you need to plan your week was the annual Pride of the Palm Beaches. Saturday featured Beverly McClellan (the original season of the Voice) performing along with Velvet LeNore. Sunday started out with the parade with Grand Marshalls Glen & John from the Smart Ride. The parade ended into the festival which was hosted by Ragine Cox & Melissa St. James and starred CeCe Penniston, Velevet LeNore did her annual big production and many of the talents of the Palm Beaches. Congrats to Compass, for once again, putting on a great pride!

code: “Hotspots” for a 10% discount! Matty's presents “A Night on Broadway” starring Starlet Skye at 9:30p.m. This will be a monthly party that will take place the last Friday of every month.

The Pub presents the one and only Electra in her monthly show (last Friday of every month) at 9:30p.m. Since its Electra, you never know what character she will show up as. u FRIDAY MAR 30

I would be remiss without mentioning one of the biggest events in Miami: Ultra Music Festival 2018, which took place for 3 days this past weekend at Bayfront. Although, I am too old to attend, this event brings 10's of thousands of people to Miami to celebrate EDM (Electronic Dance Music). Once again, it was a huge success!

Fantasy Theatre Factory presents “Family Pride Festival” at Miami Beach Regional Library (227 22nd St.) from 12 noon to 4 p.m. the event will feature karaoke, a dance party, a magic show and much more. The best part is that's its FREE! For more information call 305-2848800 or go to FTFShows.com

at 10:30p.m. If you miss Delighted tonight, you are in luck as she will also be at the Pub at 9:30 tomorrow, Sunday, April 1. u SUNDAY APR 01

Lips presents “Dragalicious Easter” during their famous Gospel Brunch where they will feature a “Best Easter Bonnet Contest” with fabulous prizes. For more information or to make a reservation call 954567-0987. Rumors presents “Big Basket Giveaway” at 1pm with $1,000 in cash and prizes. They will also be featuring live on stage Evan Grushka from 12noon to 3 p.m. u MONDAY APR 02

The Miami Beach Gay Pride organization presents the 6th annual Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride Pageant honoring Joanna James , Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride 2017. This year the competition moves to a glamorous new

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Island City Stage (23204 Dixie Highway) presents “The Radicalization of Rolfe” from tonight through April 29. Tickets are available at IslandCityStage.org (use

The Pub presents “Delighted Tobehere” as seen on NBC's America's Got Talent

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visitors, and the community n the Stella Rosa Red on the Stella Rosa Red visitors, and the community arpet Champagne Carpet Champagne at large. The event will take at large. The event will take eception at 7:30 p.m., Reception at 7:30 p.m., place on from 6-9p.m. at the place on from 6-9p.m. at the osted by hosted by Kitty Meow Kitty Meow a.k.a a.k.a Shore Club. Cocktails Shore Club. Cocktails hawn Palacious, and the Shawn Palacious, and the courtesy of Bacardi and GREY courtesy of Bacardi and GREY ageant starts promptly at 9 Pageant starts promptly at 9 GOOSE Vodka. GOOSE Vodka. m. Tickets can be p.m. Tickets can be Complimentary food bites Complimentary food bites urchased at purchased at courtesy of the Shore Club. courtesy of the Shore Club. issmbgp2018.brownpaper Missmbgp2018.brownpaper Music by Music by DJ jesimixx DJ jesimixx . Your . Your ckets.com. tickets.com. admission includes admission includes participation of a drawing for participation of a drawing for u TUESDAY u TUESDAY APR 03 APR 03 great prizes provided by great prizes provided by Chamber members including Chamber members including The Miami-Dade Gay & The Miami-Dade Gay & the opportunity to be on the the opportunity to be on the sbian Chamber of Lesbian Chamber of Chamber's float in the Pride Chamber's float in the Pride ommerce (MDGLCC) invites Commerce (MDGLCC) invites Parade along Ocean Drive on u to kick-off the Miami you to kick-off the Miami Parade along Ocean Drive on April 8th as well as VIP April 8th as well as VIP each Gay Pride celebration Beach Gay Pride celebration passes to Miami Beach Gay passes to Miami Beach Gay y attending their Spotlight by attending their Spotlight Pride. Register Online: $10 ega-Mixer. Mingle and Mega-Mixer. Mingle and Pride. Register Online: $10 (members*)/$20 (others) At etwork with over 200 network with over 200 (members*)/$20 (others) At Door: $15 (members*)/$25 Door: $15 (members*)/$25 hamber members, guests, Chamber members, guests,

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The Post - OSCAR winners Steven The Post - OSCAR winners Steven pielberg, Meryl Streep, and Tom Hanks team Spielberg, Meryl Streep, and Tom Hanks team p for the first time in this thrilling film based up for the first time in this thrilling film based n a true story. Determined to uphold the on a true story. Determined to uphold the ation's civil liberties, Katharine Graham nation's civil liberties, Katharine Graham Streep), publisher of The Washinton Post, (Streep), publisher of The Washinton Post, nd hard-nosed editor Ben Bradlee (Hanks) and hard-nosed editor Ben Bradlee (Hanks) in forces to expose a decades-long cover-up. join forces to expose a decades-long cover-up. ut the two must risk their careers -- and But the two must risk their careers -- and heir freedom -- to bring truth to light in this their freedom -- to bring truth to light in this owerful film with a celebrated cast. powerful film with a celebrated cast. The Post is "extraordinary...must-see" film The Post is "extraordinary...must-see" film ccording to Peter Travers of Rolling Stone according to Peter Travers of Rolling Stone 18 | Hotspots.LGBT

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The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts presents The Bodyguard, Starring Deborah Cox from tonight through April 8. Based on the smash hit film The Bodyguard features a host of irresistible classics including Queen of the Night, So Emotional, One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, Run to You, I Have Nothing, I Wanna Dance with Somebody and one of the biggest selling songs of all time â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I Will

Always Love You. Tickets prices are $29, $57, $85 & $105. u HOT STUFF

The Spa Cabanas (2133 NE 26th Street) is once again featuring incredible specials this month. During the month of April you can buy: a package of FIVE 90 minute massages for only $390 (reg: $625); a facial plus Micro for only $84 (reg: $149); a Mani/Pedi combo for only $49 (reg: $65) or a facial repair for only $65 (reg: $99). Make sure you tell Norman or Clint that you saw the special, right here in Hotspots Magazine.

and the home entertainment release features 90 minutes of bonus content, depicting the real life events behind the groundbreaking untold story and the journey to bring it to the big screen.

Add The Post to your digital collection on Movies Anywhere beginning April 3 and enjoy the ultimate home viewing experience on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-rayand DVD on April 17.

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Season 10

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eason 10 (can you believe drag has been on TV for 10 years…you go Ru Paul Charles!) of Ru Paul's Drag Race started out with 14 queens, and Ru greeted them and told them that the mini challenge would be “Work the Runway,” and they had to do it in front of some of Ru Paul's favorite past contestants. Monét X Change won the challenge and received a $2000 gift card from Fiercequeenheels.com. The first Maxi challenge was “Drag on a Dime” where they had to use items from the 99 cent store to create a million dollar look. For you Drag race diehard fans you will remember that this was the first challenge from season 1. In the end the top looks were Blair, Mayhem, Miss Cracker and Yuhua, with Mayhem winning the challenge. The

bottom looks were Kalorie, Dusty and Vanessa, with Dusty being safe leaving Vanessa and Kalorie to Lip Sync for their lives. Kalorie killed the lip sync and it was Vanessa who was sent sashaying away.

Q: At what age did drag become an interest and how did you pick your name? I got interested when season 1 came out when I was in middle school. I got my name from 3 places: Alexis, my first time getting in drag, and from the Little Mermaid. Q: How many times did you apply to be on RuPaul's Drag Race? How did it feel when you found out you got chosen? I only applied once. I was excited and felt like I was destined to be on the show. I knew it was for me. Q: Is there additional pressure now that RuPaul has been on for 9 seasons and 3 all-star seasons? In addition, was there extra pressure for you being that Alexis (your mom) did so well in season 3? Yeah of course, because I wanted to do as well as she did. I knew that I wanted to make top three or I wasn't going to be happy.

single! I'm looking for someone who's loyal. That's the main quality I'm attracting to, and it's something that's really rare these days for some reason.

Q: Who do you want to win and why? I'm rooting for my top three friends, who are Mayhem, Eureka and Asia. I'm very close to all three of them.

Q: Tell us something people would be surprised to know about you. I don't know! I'm an open bookâ&#x20AC;Ś probably that I'm a Libra. Nobody knows that! Q: What's ahead for Vanessa? Lots of music. I'm planning to release a track before the end of the season. I have my merch on my website (vanessaVanjie.com), I'm doing a tour, and I'm going to take over social media! For more information on Vanessa follow her on social media: Facebook.com/VanessaVanjieMateo or on Instagram.com/VanessaVanjie

Q: Tell us about your RuPaul's Drag Race experience? It was amazing, and even though I was gone first, it lit a fire under my ass to work really hard. It was short and sweet. Q: What's your marital status? If single, what are you looking for in a man? I am definitely

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BROADWAY - THE BODYGUARD

Based on the smash hit film, the musical will star Grammy Award-nominee and R&B superstar Deborah Cox! Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge; what they don’t expect is to fall in love. Playing at the Arsht Center from Tuesday, April 3 - Sunday, April 8 with tickets starting at $29. CONCERT - DEMI LOVATO

The pop singer, songwriter and actress is touring in support of her recent “Confident” release. Also appearing is DJ Khaled, the Miami-based record producer, radio personality, record label executive and author. They will be performing live Friday, March 30, with special guest Kehlani at American Airlines Arena! Doors open at 6 p.m. with concert starting at 7:30pm and tickets starting at $26. COMEDIAN - ARNEZ J

The Atlanta native hosted BET’s long-running comedy series “Comic View” for two seasons, and has scored comedy specials on BET, Comedy Central and Netflix. The physical comedian spent a stint on the famed Harlem Globetrotters basketball team before a knee injury ended his sports career. Catch Arnez at the Palm Beach Improv from Thursday March 29 through Saturday, March 31 with tickets ranging from $22-$35. PAGEANTRY - MISS MIAMI BEACH GAY PRIDE

This 6th annual competition moves to a glamorous new digs at the Faena Theater, 3201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach. The curtain goes up on the Stella Rosa Red Carpet Champagne Reception at 7:30 p.m., hosted by Kitty Meow a.k.a Shawn Palacious, and the Pageant starts promptly at 9 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at Missmbgp2018.brownpapertickets.com. AWARDS – 42ND ANNUAL CARBONELL’S

takes place on Apr 2 at 7:30p.m. at the Amaturo Theater at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. South Florida’s answer to the Tony Awards and a highlight of each arts season, the 42nd Annual Carbonell Awards pays tribute to the very best theatrical productions on local stages and features the area’s top entertainers and theater insiders as they step out from behind their roles in an unforgettable behind-thescenes celebration. The Carbonell’s is a benefit that raises scholarships for South Florida arts students. Tickets are: $25 ($35 day of).

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DANCE - CONFIDENTIAL

is the all-new dance tour from the stars of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars, Maksim and Valentin Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd. Confidential provides the deepest connection possible, with the cast able to draw upon their own family bonds, lives and love stories, and will be their most honest show yet, revealing secrets, hopes and dreams. The show will inspire and delight, and by learning a little more about Maks, Val and Peta you might learn a little bit more about yourselves. The show takes place on March 29 at the Kravis Center at 8p.m. with tickets starting at $25. COMEDIAN – DENNIS MILLER

When he’s not ranting or writing best-sellers about it, this five-time Emmy Award Winner and recipient of three Writers Guild of America awards, is entertaining audiences with his sharp, edgy wit. In this provocative performance, at the Kravis Center on March 31, Miller serves up his familiar humor and refreshingly outspoken take on today’s hottest topics. For mature audiences only with tickets starting at $25. CHINESE - SHEN YUN 2018: A GIFT FROM HEAVEN

comes to the Arsht for the Performing Arts from Friday, March 30 - Sunday, April 1. Shen Yun combines ancient legends with technological innovations, and historically authentic costumes with breathtaking animated backdrops. They let classical Chinese dance do the storytelling, and share with you beautifully diverse ethnic and folk traditions. Filled with an enchanting orchestral sound, this is a mesmerizing experience you won’t find anywhere else. Tickets start from $80 FLOWERS - INTERNATIONAL ORCHID & BROMELIAD SHOW

Experience the beauty and diversity of orchids and bromeliads at the 37th annual show taking place on Saturday March 31 and Sunday April 1 from 9:30a.m. to 4:30p.m. at Flamingo Gardens (3750 S. Flamingo Road Davie, FL ). More than 30 vendors will have rare and exotic orchids and bromeliads on display and for sale, along with an American Orchid Society judged orchid show. There will be flower supplies, lectures and demonstrations by experts, music and food. Tickets range from 12.95 to $19.95.

MOVIES - ACRIMONY

A faithful wife tired of standing by her devious husband is enraged when it becomes clear she has been betrayed. This Thriller is rated R, directed by Tyler Perry, opens March 30, and stars Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Nicolet, Ajiona Alexus, and Lyriq Bent.

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ABOUT TRUVADA FOR PrEP TRUVADA for PrEP is a prescription medicine used together with safer sex practices to help reduce the risk of getting HIV-1 through sex. This use is only for HIV-negative adults who are at high risk of getting HIV-1. • To help determine your risk of getting HIV-1, talk openly with your healthcare provider about your sexual health.

Do NOT take TRUVADA for PrEP if you: • Already have HIV-1 infection or if you do not know your HIV-1 status. • Take certain medicines to treat hepatitis B infection.

HOW TO TAKE TRUVADA FOR PrEP • Take 1 tablet once a day, every day, not just when you think you have been exposed to HIV-1. • Do not miss any doses. Missing doses may increase your risk of getting HIV-1 infection. • Use TRUVADA for PrEP together with condoms and safer sex practices.

• Get tested for HIV-1 at least every 3 months. You must stay HIV-negative to keep taking TRUVADA for PrEP.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF TRUVADA FOR PrEP TRUVADA can cause serious side effects, including: • Those in the “Most Important Information About TRUVADA for PrEP" section. • New or worse kidney problems, including kidney failure. • Too much lactic acid in your blood (lactic acidosis), which is a serious but rare medical emergency that can lead to death. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get these symptoms: weakness or being more tired than usual, unusual muscle pain, being short of breath or fast breathing, stomach pain with nausea and vomiting, cold or blue hands and feet, feel dizzy or lightheaded, or a fast or abnormal heartbeat.

• Severe liver problems, which in rare cases can lead to death. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get these symptoms: skin or the white part of your eyes turns yellow, dark “tea-colored” urine, light-colored stools, loss of appetite for several days or longer, nausea, or stomach-area pain. • Bone problems. Common side effects in people taking TRUVADA for PrEP include stomach-area (abdomen) pain, headache, and decreased weight. These are not all the possible side effects of TRUVADA. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have any new symptoms while taking TRUVADA for PrEP. Your healthcare provider will need to do tests to monitor your health before and during treatment with TRUVADA for PrEP.

BEFORE TAKING TRUVADA FOR PrEP Tell your healthcare provider if you: • Have or have had any kidney, bone, or liver problems, including hepatitis. • Have any other medical conditions. • Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. • Are breastfeeding (nursing) or plan to breastfeed. Do not breastfeed. If you become HIV-positive, HIV can pass to the baby in breast milk.

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take: • Keep a list that includes all prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements, and show it to your healthcare provider and pharmacist. • Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist about medicines that should not be taken with TRUVADA for PrEP.

HOW TO FURTHER REDUCE YOUR RISK • Know your HIV status and the HIV status of your partners. • Get tested for other sexually transmitted infections. Other infections make it easier for HIV to infect you.

• Get information and support to help reduce risky sexual behavior, such as having fewer sex partners. • Do not share needles or personal items that can have blood or body fluids on them.

GET MORE INFORMATION • This is only a brief summary of important information about TRUVADA for PrEP. Talk to your healthcare provider or pharmacist to learn more, including how to prevent HIV infection.

• Go to start.truvada.com or call 1-800-GILEAD-5 • If you need help paying for your medicine, visit start.truvada.com for program information.

TRUVADA FOR PREP, the TRUVADA FOR PREP Logo, the TRUVADA Blue Pill Design,TRUVADA, GILEAD, and the GILEAD Logo are trademarks of Gilead Sciences, Inc., or its related companies. All other marks referenced herein are the property of their respective owners. Version date: April 2017 © 2017 Gilead Sciences, Inc. All rights reserved. TVDC0180 08/17

By Scott Holland

Adam Collier’s Work TO BE DISPLAYED IN APRIL Join ArtsUnited for their April Artist Mixer featuring Adam Collier Noel on Thursday, April 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Bona Italian Restaurant, 2468 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors. Noel is an award-winning photography-based mixed media artist. His work relies heavily on the appropriation of vintage imagery and their relationship to the contemporary world through the lens of popular culture. His artwork will be displayed throughout the month of April. Portions of the art sales go to support ArtsUnited. Become a member of ArtsUnited during the event and get 20% off membership. There will also be silent auction items at the event. It was a pleasure to sit down with Adam for this Hotspots exclusive interview.

focus is on portraits of men from a bygone era who ultimately reflect personal and universal narratives. There is a history, sincerity and energy captured in these discarded memories that I want to celebrate.

As a young man I always had my 35mm Canon camera documenting friends and family, but over time I became more interested in vintage photographs taken by other people and began combing thrift stores and antique malls for found images I could incorporate into my artwork. My collection of original vintage snapshots is now the subject matter for my mixedmedia creations

My artwork could be described as photographybased, mixed-media collage with an edge. I like the work to be a little messy. I want viewers to see the energy I put into the pieces, so I don’t want them to be too pristine

When did you realize that Photography/Art would be your career?

I always knew making art would be my career and have exhibited and sold my work with galleries in Provincetown, Indianapolis, Calgary and South Florida and during Art Week Miami.

Who are your mentors in photography and why?

All working artists are my mentors. I love meeting creative people who are navigating the art world and making it work for them. I read blogs, watch how-to videos, and find anything that inspires me to be a better artist. Being an artist is all about evolution and involvement in community.

At what age did you pick up your first camera and tell us about that experience? Describe your photographic style?

Did you have any formal training in photography?

I have a Bachelor of fine arts degree in photography and have explored a variety of mediums including sculpture, installation and painting. Currently my work is focused on fusing collage with photography using paper ephemera and photographic transfers of vintage snapshots as the subject matter. In particular, my

What does the future hold for you?

Looking forward I know I will continue my work as a studio artist in tandem with a career in the arts. I’ve always worked in galleries and photography studios and equally love art consultation, curation and working with other artists. It is a passion that only gets stronger.

For more information on Arts United, go to: artsunitedflorida.com

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10 TRENDY KITCHEN AND BATHROOM UPGRADES

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By Anne Krueger

1. Free Style Because we're spending more and more time in our kitchens and baths, there is a move away from the all-or-nothing " itted" look of continuous counters. Look for more

freestanding pieces of furniture or features with furniture like qualities, such as a cabriole leg holding up a kitchen counter. These details won't be fussy but will further the notion that the kitchen and bath aren't just for utilitarian cooking and bathing, but are for living.

2. Artistic Upgrades In the ongoing eďŹ&#x20AC;ort to customize our kitchens, almost anything goes. Now range

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hoods are works of art, literally. Already beautiful as well as functional, hoods can now be customized with panels you choose. Cupboard doors can be replaced with accent doors. Want a new backsplash? It's as simple as applying DIY stainless tiles or installing a ready-to-hang piece of tile art. You can go from dull to dramatic, tired to trendy, in just a few minutes.

3. Asian Fusion With international style so popular at home, it's no wonder that the Asian in luence is still

going strong in the kitchen, where Asian cooking is all the rage, and in the bathroom, where there is nothing like Zen comforts to help us unwind. Look for drawer pulls reminiscent of bamboo, built-in teriyaki grills and Japanese-style sliding pantry doors in the kitchen. In the bath, calming touches such as a deep soaking tub, a waterfall in the

shower and vessel sinks with sleek wall-mounted shower and vessel sinks with sleek wall-mounted hardware say Zen with a capital "Z.” hardware say Zen with a capital "Z.”

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4. 4. Going Going Green Green Eco-friendly products aren't going to go out of Eco-friendly products aren't going to go out of style anytime soon. And now there are more ways style anytime soon. And now there are more ways that you can go green in the bathroom and that you can go green in the bathroom and kitchen, too, from energy-ef kitchen, too, from energy-ef icient dishwashers (that use less water than when you wash by (that use less water than when you wash by hand), to environmentally sound hand), to environmentally sound looring options made of reclaimed wood and tiles. Ann Sacks even made of reclaimed wood and tiles. Ann Sacks even makes a rugged tile from river rocks. makes a rugged tile from river rocks. 5. 5. Oh-So-Organic Oh-So-Organic Forget straight lines and right angles. From eggForget straight lines and right angles. From eggshaped bathtubs and round bathroom bowls to shaped bathtubs and round bathroom bowls to

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curvy kitchen and vanity counters, organic shapes curvy kitchen and vanity counters, organic shapes are in. Even toilets, like Kohler's oval oﬀering are in. Even toilets, like Kohler's oval oﬀering called The Purist, which features no exposed called The Purist, which features no exposed plumbing, seems rooted to the ground as if it grew plumbing, seems rooted to the ground as if it grew there. Not only are the shapes pleasing, they also there. Not only are the shapes pleasing, they also encourage a more natural circular traf encourage a more natural circular traf ic low. Imagine never bumping into a sharp corner again. Imagine never bumping into a sharp corner again.

6. 6. Drawer Drawer Designs Designs Move over refrigerator drawers and dishwasher Move over refrigerator drawers and dishwasher drawers, and say hello to the microwave drawer. drawers, and say hello to the microwave drawer. Yes, that handy appliance, popcorn button and all, Yes, that handy appliance, popcorn button and all, now comes in a drawer. What's the big deal with now comes in a drawer. What's the big deal with drawers in the kitchen? As the kitchen has become drawers in the kitchen? As the kitchen has become the hub of the home, there's a move to break up the hub of the home, there's a move to break up the big expanses of appliances and cut the clutter. the big expanses of appliances and cut the clutter.

computer. Don't have enough freezer space? computer. Don't have enough freezer space? High-tech progress can help you turn a fridge High-tech progress can help you turn a fridge drawer into a freezer in no time. It can also drawer into a freezer in no time. It can also raise the toilet seat when it sees you coming raise the toilet seat when it sees you coming and clean the shower when you're not around. and clean the shower when you're not around.

8. Built-Ins Built-ins are convenient and sleek, two Built-ins are convenient and sleek, two must-haves in today's kitchens. Think must-haves in today's kitchens. Think steamers and strainers, high-end steamers and strainers, high-end coﬀeemakers, professional ice machines and coﬀeemakers, professional ice machines and wine coolers, knife racks, spice holders, ring wine coolers, knife racks, spice holders, ring holders, fondue pots, ice beds for shrimp holders, fondue pots, ice beds for shrimp and much, much more.

9. Glass Acts Glass is everywhere in today's kitchens and Glass is everywhere in today's kitchens and baths, from recycled and Depression-era glass baths, from recycled and Depression-era glass tiles to opaque glass on cooktops, refrigerators tiles to opaque glass on cooktops, refrigerators and cabinet doors. Glass mosaic tiles, Venetian and cabinet doors. Glass mosaic tiles, Venetian glass light ixtures, translucent glass sink: They ixtures, translucent glass sink: They all add light and drama.

7.7. High High Tech Tech Advances in technology continue to oﬀer us out-ofAdvances in technology continue to oﬀer us out-ofthis-world options, from a TV embedded in a this-world options, from a TV embedded in a bathroom mirror to an oven that can be programmed bathroom mirror to an oven that can be programmed to keep your food cold until it's cooking time. You can to keep your food cold until it's cooking time. You can even change the cooking directions from your of even change the cooking directions from your of ice

10. Bathroom as Refuge Yes, we are doing more in our bathrooms Yes, we are doing more in our bathrooms these days than just brushing our teeth. these days than just brushing our teeth. Watch for showers that oﬀer aromatherapy, Watch for showers that oﬀer aromatherapy, hydrotherapy and color therapy, and hydrotherapy and color therapy, and envision refrigerated vanity drawers for envision refrigerated vanity drawers for storing those refreshing tub-side beverages. storing those refreshing tub-side beverages. With heated towel racks, suede or leather With heated towel racks, suede or leather drawer pulls and stereo surround sound, the drawer pulls and stereo surround sound, the bathroom is truly a sanctuary for the senses. bathroom is truly a sanctuary for the senses. Anne Krueger has written for In Style, This Anne Krueger has written for In Style, This Old House, Martha Stewart Living and The Old House, Martha Stewart Living and The New York Times. Hotspots.LGBT | 41

By Linda Kast

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The key to creating a kitchen or bath that wows clients and sells product is to design around the way people really use their space. “It’s about how they live,” says Sarah Fishburne, manager of innovation and design at The Home Depot. Fishburne offers this list of suggestions and considerations for the aspiring “lifestyle designer”

IN THE KITCHEN

Bakers and gourmet chefs have differing needs. For one thing, they want different types of stoves. The baker doesn’t care so much about the range but wants an upgraded oven. The baker also needs a pop-up mixing stand for the heavy-duty mixer. On 44 | Hotspots.LGBT

the other hand, the chef wants a wok, a griddle or a slow-simmer burner for cooking specialty dishes. Choosing the right appliances gives the kitchen a custom look. As people move toward healthier lifestyles, steamers are becoming more popular. New ideas include convection ovens and induction cooktops, and they’re coming down in price, which makes them accessible to a wider market. Refrigeration has gone vertical. Twenty-fourinch refrigerators and freezers allow much more design flexibility—they can be placed where they’re needed. And they’re moderate on energy use. If a homeowner entertains a lot and has multiple serving platters and dinner plates that are larger than the standard 12 inches, customize a space for them. Older cabinets just don’t have the width to accommodate them. You can go light in terms of add-ons, or you can go to the extreme. Raising and lowering countertop heights can provide optimal access for kids

and for adults who require different levels for maximum comfort. For those limited to small changes, keep the cabinets and change out the countertops. Use different finishes on the island and the perimeter. For a baker, try marble in one area and quartz surfacing everywhere else.

IN THE BATH At the extreme end of luxury, couples are carving out his-and-her bath suites that include dual vanities. His might be in a darker wood tone, while hers is lighter and more feminine. Many new and remodeled master baths include fully tiled walls and floors, often outfitted with infloor radiant heat. This additional amenity can be programmed to turn on and off at certain times of the day, minimizing the amount of energy required. Some homeowners prefer showers, and the new power assemblies feature multiple showerheads. These can be grouped in a tower or arranged on the walls and ceiling. Some require upgraded plumbing. Soaking tubs, some with water-overflow features, create the ultimate indulgence. Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s soakers are better-designed and have more features, including air jets, aromatherapy and chromatherapy. And in most cases, people are really using them. Little changes can make a big difference. Use more ambient lighting, or add towel warmers. Both

create a spa-like atmosphere and add a pampering touch.

Linda Kast is a freelance writer who specializes in home design and construction. She is the former editor-in-chief for Meredith Publishingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s special-interest publications related to remodeling.

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Comes to the Arsht Center | Starring Deborah Cox By Scott Holland

he Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County and Broadway Across America are delighted to announce that the irst U.S. national tour of the hit musical The Bodyguard will play at the Center's ZiďŹ&#x20AC; Ballet Opera House from April 3 to 8. Grammy Award-nominated and multiplatinum R&B/pop recording artist and ilm/TV actress Deborah Cox** stars as Rachel Marron. In the role of bodyguard Frank Farmer is television star Judson Mills. Based on Lawrence Kasdan's 1992 Oscarnominated Warner Bros. ilm and adapted by Academy Award winner (Birdman) Alexander Dinelaris, The Bodyguard had its world premiere on December 5, 2012 at London's Adelphi Theatre. The Bodyguard was nominated for four Laurence Olivier Awards including Best New Musical and Best Set Design and won Best New Musical at the Whatsonstage Awards. Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to

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be in charge; what they don't expect is to fall in love. A romantic thriller, The Bodyguard features a host of irresistible classics including So Emotional, One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, Run to You, I Have Nothing, I Wanna Dance with Somebody and one of the biggest-selling songs of all time â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I Will Always Love You. Rounding out the principal cast are Alex Corrado (Gotham, Hannibal) as Tony Scibelli, Rachel's personal security guard; Charles Gray (Broadway: The Color Purple, Tour: The Lion King) as manager Bill Devaney; Jonathan Hadley (Broadway: Jersey Boys, A Class Act) as publicist Sy Spector; Jorge Paniagua (Regional: The Full Monty, Oregon Shakespeare Festival) as the Stalker; Jasmin Richardson (Tour: Memphis, Dreamgirls) as Rachel's sister Nicki Marron, Mark McCollough Thomas (NYC: Consent, Godforsaken) as FBI agent Ray Court, and Kevelin B. Jones III (Idlewild Music Festival) and Sebastian Maynard-Palmer (Tour: Kinky Boots) alternating in the role of Rachel's son Fletcher. It was a pleasure to sit down with Deborah

this come about and tell us about the experience? I was literally in between albums and had just given birth to my son. The producers were looking for a new AIDA and I just went for it, and got cast. It rekindled my love for Musical Theater which I had done prior to my albums. How did you get cast in the Bodyguard? The creative team approached me about doing the show years ago. They wanted me to consider doing the us national tour. I fell in love with the script because it stayed true to the story.

Cox for this Hotspots exclusive Interview:

Were you always a performer even as a child or when did it start? It started when I was 11 doing diďŹ&#x20AC;erent talent shows and other things, and then I went to a performing arts high school.

What was your irst professional/paid gig? It was my irst commercial, and it was for Marvelous Muf ins. I was paid $50.

When did you know singing/performing would be your career? Probably when I was in high school. I was the one that was always tired in irst period as I had a gig the night before. It was somewhere around 17.

You have collaborated with many artists. Do you have a favorite and why? My favorite is the duet I did with Whitney Houston. The reason for that is I felt like everything came full circle for me as an artist. Growing up I looked up to and admired her so much!

You have received many awards for your eďŹ&#x20AC;orts in the ight for human rights. What made you decide to use your fame for this cause and has this been rewarding for you? It's been really rewarding as it came out of purely organic situations. I had lost a few friends from AIDS, and I had other gay and lesbian friends who were shamed and kicked out of their family's homes. This made me want to speak up on human rights issues, and I have never stopped!

What should the South Florida audiences expect from the touring company of the Bodyguard? They should expect to come and have a good time. It's a suspenseful thriller, a romance and has amazing choreography and a great cast of actors that bring the story to life. I think people will be pleasantly surprised on how entertaining it is.

For more information on Deborah Cox, you can go to her website: Deborahcox.com, or follow h e r o n s o c i a l m e d i a : Fa c e b o o k . c o m / D e b o r a h C o x D R G o r I n s t a g r a m . c o m / @deborahCox For more information on The Bodyguard, go to: thebodyguardmusical.com The Bodyguard is part of the 2017-2018 Broadway in Miami season presented by Florida Theatrical Association and the Adrienne Arsht Center along with presenting sponsor Bank of America and with support from Nicklaus Children's Hospital. Tickets to The Bodyguard are available through the Arsht Center Box Of ice in person at 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33132, by calling 305.949.6722, or online at arshtcenter.org. Ticket prices start at $29. **Deborah Cox is not scheduled to perform at the Saturday matinee performance.

Your Broadway debut was in Aida, how did

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EATING OUT A SAMPLE OF FORT LAUDERDALE’S FAVORITE

RESTAURANTS ASIA BAY 1111 E. Las Olas Blvd. Fort Lauderdale asiabayrestaurants.com 954-848-9900 Elegant riverfront dining with a menu of Japanese and Thai dishes including creative sushi rolls. BEEFCAKES (at Boardwalk) 1721 N. Andrews Avenue Ft. Lauderdale BoardwalkBar.com 954-463-6969 Open daily from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. The best burgers and chicken wings in town. BONA ITALIAN RESTAURANT 2468 Wilton Dr., Wilton Manors bonaitalianrestaurant.com 954-565-7222 Under new ownership! Fresh made Italian food. Signature dishes include Fazzoletti, (pasta purses with fontina cheese, cream sauce, peas/bacon), Chicken Cyriac or traditional Eggplant Parmigiana. CEVICHE BY THE SEA 2823 E. Oakland Park Blvd. Oakland Park CevicheByTheSea.com 954-999-0751 Intimate seafood and Peruvian cuisine. Recommended as

a “truly remarkable dining experience.” Reservations recommended. Open for lunch. Happy Hour M-F, 5-7 p.m. EAT 2150 Wilton Dr., Wilton Manors Eatinwiltonmanors.com 954-626-0722 Menu offers everything from salmon to Chef Rosario’s meatloaf. Great $10 specialty drink menu. FLIP FLOPS DOCKSIDE EATERY 3051 NE 32nd Avenue Ft. Lauderdale FlipFlopsDocksideEatery.com 954-567-1672 Relax on the dock while sipping a specialty cocktail or eating a fresh, made-to-order item from the menu. GEORGIE’S ALIBI & MONKEY BAR 2266 Wilton Dr., Wilton Manors AlibiWiltonManors.com 954-565-2526 Relaxed patio atmosphere with a full menu offering awardwinning burgers, wings, hot & cold sandwiches, sliders, flat bread, pizzas and fresh fish, shrimp and chicken entrees. Full bar. Check web site for weekend brunch entertainment schedules.

KALUZ KaluzRestaurant.com 3300 E. Commercial Blvd. Fort Lauderdale 954-772-2209 Modern American dining with spectacular waterfront views from an elegant dining room or from a more casual patio and outdoor bar. LIPS 1421 E. Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park Fladragshow.com 954-567-0987 A restaurant/cabaret that “dresses up” to entertain its guests! Fabulous drag and tons of fun! MIND YOUR MANORS 2045 Wilton Dr.,Wilton Manors 754-223-2172 MindYourManorsPub.com A fun, relaxing garden pub and wine bar serving comfort food and hospitality. Enjoy a wide range of creative cocktails, craft beers and a very unique wine list. NABU AMERICAN FUSION BUFFET 3485 N. Federal Hwy. Ft. Lauderdale 954-568-2208 NabuAmericanFusionBuffet.com This place offers it all: Japanese,

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EATING OUT American, Italian and Chinese. Incredible buffet. Q BAR 2362 N. Federal Highway, 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 Dr., Wilton Manors rosiesbng.com 954-563-0123 A Wilton Drive favorite, this place is known for its non-stop party every “Sunday Funday” with live DJs playing great music. Great burgers, fresh seafood and amazing Sunday Brunch10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

RUMORS BAR 2426 Wilton Dr., Wilton Manors RumorsBarWiltonManors.com 954-565-8851 Full bar, restaurant and entertainment venue serving fresh, local ingredients in delicious dishes by awardwinning Cutthroat Kitchen chef Robyn Almodovar. SAGE 2378 N. Federal Highway Fort Lauderdale sagecafe.net 954-565-2229 Chic, intimate bistro delivering French country cooking in a romantic locale with patio seating. SHOOTERS WATERFRONT 3033 NE 32nd Avenue Fort Lauderdale

ShootersWaterfront.com 954-566-2855 Popular, spacious dining with a comprehensive menu and dining right on the Intracoastal. TEE JAY’S THAI SUSHI 2254 Wilton Dr., Wilton Manors teejaythaisushi.com 954-537-7774 Casual locale for Thai & Japanese eats with Asian decorative touches and some traditional low tables. THAI SPICE 1514 E. Commercial Blvd., Fort Lauderdale thaispicefla.com 954-771-4535 Voted the “Best Thai Restaurant in South Florida 2015” by the Sun-Sentinel, this gem dishes up Thai

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EATING OUT Continued classics and specials by owner/chef Michael Tatton on a huge menu that includes Pan-Asian fare & steaks in a soothing space. Happy Hour with half-off appetizers and drinks from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. ZUCKERELLOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 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 warm, inviting restaurant.

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Florida AIDS Walk

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By Nick Cirillo

pring in South Florida means warm, sunny days and cool nights. It’s the last few months where us Floridian’s can go outside, enjoy next to no humidity and not be drenched in sweat the moment you open your front door. Whether you prefer to spend your time indoors or outside soaking up the sun, I have your definitive guide to what to watch from blockbuster movies to the most talked about TV shows, they are all listed below:

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Grab a cocktail, some popcorn and get ready to spend those rainy spring evenings inside with these upcoming blockbusters.

featuring the legendary Sherlock Gnomes. In the heart of London, gnomes are disappearing from the gardens. Gnomeo and Juliet join forces with the great Sherlock Gnomes and Watson to discover what is behind the mystery. Starring: Johnny Deep, Emily Blunt, James McAvoy Release Date: March 23rd

Isle of Dogs

When a young boy loses his canine companion, what lengths will he go to to get him back? Follow him as he travels to Japan to find his pup!

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Sherlock Gnomes Join these adorable garden gnomes and their garden ornament friends in a new animated adventure

Starring: Bill Murray, Scarlett Johansson, Edward Norton • Release Date: March 23rd

Unsane

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Starring: Claire Foy, Joshua Leonard, Jay Pharoah Release Date: March 23rd

Midnight Sun

The film follows 17-year-old Katie Price, sheltered since childhood with a life-threatening sensitivity to sunlight. Katie’s world opens up after dark when she ventures

out to play her guitar for travelers. One night, she meets Charlie whom she has secretly admired for years. She hides her condition from him, and the two embark on a uniquely powerful romance. Starring: Bella Thorne, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Tiera Skovbye • Release Date: March 23rd

I Kill Giants

Barbara Thorson struggles through life by escaping into a fantasy life of magic and monsters in this dramatic thriller.

into her life once a year, always on the same date: her birthday. Starring: Sharon Stone, Tony Goldwyn, Ellen Burstyn • Release Date: March 30th

The Last Movie Star

An aging, former movie star is forced to face the reality that his glory days are behind him. On its surface, this drama is a tale about faded fame, but at its core, it’s a universal story about growing old.

Starring: Burt Reynolds, Ariel Winter, Clark Duke Release Date: March 30th

Status Update

Ross Lynch stars as Kyle Moore, a teenager who after being uprooted by his parents’ separation and unable to fit into his new hometown, stumbles upon a magical app that causes his social media updates to come true.

Starring: Zoe Saldana, Imogen Poots, Jennifer Ehle Release Date: March 23rd

Ready Player One

In Steven Spielberg’s newest sci-fi action film, the creator of a virtual reality world called the OASIS dies, he releases a video in which he challenges all OASIS users to find his Easter Egg, which will give the finder his fortune.

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A Quite Place A family lives an isolated existence in utter silence, for fear of an unknown threat that follows and attacks at any sound.

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All I Wish

Follow an aspiring fashion designer as she struggles to find success and love in this comedy. The story cuts

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You Were Never Really Here A traumatized veteran, unafraid of violence, tracks down missing girls for a living. When a job spins out of control, Joe’s nightmares overtake him as a conspiracy is uncovered leading to what may be his death trip or his awakening.

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Blockers

Three parents try to stop their daughters from having sex on Prom night in comedy.

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Chappaquiddick

This dramatic, historical thriller depicts Ted Kennedy’s involvement in the fatal 1969 car accident that claims the life of a young campaign strategist, Mary Jo Kopechne.

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The Miracle Season

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girls must band together under the guidance of their tough-love coach in hopes of winning the state championship. Starring: Helen Hunt, Tiera Skovbye, Erin Moriarty Release Date: April 6th

Beirut

A U.S. diplomat flees Lebanon in 1972 after a tragic incident at his home. Ten years later, he is called back

to war-torn Beirut by a CIA operative to negotiate for the life of a friend he left behind. Starring: Rosamund Pike, Jon Hamm, Shea Whigham Release Date: April 11th

Truth or Dare

A harmless game of Truth or Dare among friends turns deadly when someone -- or something -- be

gins to punish those who tell a lie or refuse the dare. Starring: Lucy Hale, Violett Beane, Tyler Posey Release Date: April 13th

Overboard

A spoiled, wealthy yacht owner is thrown overboard and becomes the target of revenge from his mistreated employee in this remake of the 1987 comedy.

Starring: Anna Faris, Swoosie Kurtz, Eva Longoria Release Date: April 13th

Krystal

A young man living a sheltered life develops a crush on a stripper and joins her Alcoholics Anonymous group just so he can be in the same room with her.

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Super Troopers 2

When a border dispute arises between the U.S. and Canada, the Super Troopers are tasked with establishing a Highway Patrol station in the disputed area.

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Avengers: Infinity War

The Avengers and their allies must be willing to sacrifice all in an attempt to defeat the powerful Thanos before his blitz of devastation and ruin puts an end to the universe.

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I Feel Pretty A woman struggling with insecurity wakes from a fall believing she is the most beautiful and capable

woman on the planet. Her new confidence empowers her to live fearlessly, but what happens when she realizes her appearance never changed? Starring: Amy Schumer, Michelle Williams, Emily Ratajkowski • Release Date: April 27th

The Week Of

The parents of a soon-to-be married couple make the final preparations for the wedding ceremony.

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Traffik

A couple off for a romantic weekend in the mountains are accosted by a bike gang. Alone in the mountains, Brea and John must defend themselves against the gang, who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets. Starring: Paula Patton, Missi Pyle, William Fichtner Release Date: April 27th

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Rock -- embraces freedom, fun, and frat boys on her own terms, finding her true self in a senior year no one ever expected. Starring: Melissa McCarthy, Julie Bowen, Debby Ryan Release Date: May 11th

The Untitled Deadpool Sequel Starring: Mackenzie Davis, Charlize Theron, Mark Duplass • Release Date: May 4th

The Seagull

An aging actress named Irina Arkadina pays summer visits to her brother Pjotr Nikolayevich Sorin and her son Konstantin on a country estate. On one occasion, she brings Trigorin, a successful novelist, with her.

Nina, a free and innocent girl on a neighboring estate, falls in love with Boris Trigorin. As Trigorin lightly consumes and rejects Nina, so the actress all her life has consumed and rejected her son, who loves Nina. The victims are destroyed while the sophisticates continue on their way. Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Elisabeth Moss, Annette Bening • Release Date: May 11th

Life of the Party

When her husband suddenly dumps her, longtime dedicated housewife Deanna turns regret into re-set by going back to college - landing in the same class and school as her daughter, who’s not entirely sold on the idea. Plunging headlong into the campus experience, the increasingly outspoken Deanna -- now Dee

After surviving a near fatal bovine attack, a disfigured cafeteria chef (Wade Wilson) struggles to fulfill his dream of becoming Mayberry’s hottest bartender

while also learning to cope with his lost sense of taste. Searching to regain his spice for life, as well as a flux capacitor, Wade must battle ninjas, the yakuza, and a pack of sexually aggressive canines, as he journeys around the world to discover the importance of family, friendship, and flavor - finding a new taste for adventure and earning the coveted coffee mug title of World’s Best Lover. Starring: Morena Baccarin, Ryan Reynolds, Josh Brolin Release Date: May 18th

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after reading 50 Shades of Grey in their monthly book club. Starring: Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen Release Date: May 18th

Solo: A Star Wars Story

During an adventure into a dark criminal underworld, Han Solo meets his future copilot Chewbacca and encounters Lando Calrissian years before joining the Rebellion.

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Hereditary

When Ellen, the matriarch of the Graham family, passes away, her daughter’s family begins to unravel cryptic and increasingly terrifying secrets about their ancestry. The more they discover, the more they find themselves trying to outrun the sinister fate they seem to have inherited as it slowly destroys everything they know. Starring: Toni Collette, Gabriel Byrne, Alex Wolff Release Date: June 8th

Incredibles 2 Starring: Emilia Clarke, Donald Glover, Woody Harrelson. • Release Date: May 25th

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Trading Paint A veteran race car driver and his son, a fellow driver, overcome family and professional conflicts, balancing

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Ocean’s 8

Debbie Ocean gathers a crew to attempt an impossible heist at New York City’s yearly Met Gala.

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Tag

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veryone agrees that regular exercise is an essential part of life. Besides looking and feeling better, people who exercise daily report having more energy, less anxiety and depression, and a better outlook on life! So why is it so difficult for so many folks to commit to a regular fitness lifestyle? There are millions of excuses, some are pretty valid, others kind of lame, but as I tell clients, when you really want to do something badly enough, you will make it happen. Here are six easy habits that will

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Reward yourself. Getting fit and staying fit Reward yourself. Getting fit and staying fit is hard work. Positive reinforcement does is hard work. Positive reinforcement does wonders for keeping you motivated. Whether wonders for keeping you motivated. Whether it's a new bathing suit or a long overdue it's a new bathing suit or a long overdue Don't make excuses. Too pooped to vacation cruise, make sure that you celebrate Don't make excuses. Too pooped to vacation cruise, make sure that you celebrate exercise? Not a good reason! You need to grab your accomplishments and reward yourself for exercise? Not a good reason! You need to grab your accomplishments and reward yourself for a nap before you hit the gym after work? making fitness your ongoing lifestyle! a nap before you hit the gym after work? making fitness your ongoing lifestyle! ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||| |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||

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n Twitter the thing I probably write most often is “Betsy DeVos is a monster” in reply to stories about her. One of the worst things a person can do is to hurt children. And DeVos hurts children like it’s her job. Because it is. Or, rather, that’s what she’s chosen to do as the Secretary of Education under Donald Trump. After the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida, I couldn’t help but notice how totally absent DeVos was. Especially since the students there became household names fighting for gun control and refusing to accept that they were acceptable collateral damage in this country’s obsession with guns. True, DeVos did visit the school, but the students said she basically “pet a dog and left,” in reference to the therapy dogs that had been brought to campus to help the grieving students and faculty return to school. To most people, the idea of guns in school is completely insane. The vast majority of Americans are like, “GTFO with that.” But not DeVos. “[Teachers having guns in the classroom] should be an option for states and communities to consider,” she told Lesley Stahl during a 60 Minutes interview. But for those who are — who are capable, this is one solution that can and should be considered. But no one size fits all. Every state and every community is going to address this issue in a different way.” To which DeVos sadly did not add, “And since anyone who supports such a thing has no business having anything to do with schools, I hereby resign on national TV.” When Stahl asked DeVos what she’s actually DOING about gun violence, DeVos said she’s going to “head up a task force,” which corporate speak for, “Nothing.” Stahl asked DeVos what accomplishments she’s most proud of as Ed Secretary, and DeVos said, “We’ve begun looking at and rolling back a

lot of the overreach of the federal government in education.” And while “overreach” sounds bad, the things DeVos has been working to roll back include the Obama administration’s guidance for restroom use by transgender students. DeVos also wanted to remind Obama guidance on “discriminatory discipline,” which is the problem of great disparities in the severity and frequency of discipline dished out to white and black students. When Stahl asked if this was an example of institutional racism, Devos basically shrugged it off. She’s also revamped the Title IX guidelines for handling college sexual assault. As CBS News puts it, “She’s allowing colleges to require stronger evidence from accusers, and give the accused a greater benefit of the doubt.” Imagine that, a Trump Administration official who thinks that sexual assault victims have it too easy when it comes to reporting their assaults. Stahl asked DeVos why people hate her so much. “I’m more misunderstood than anything,” she replied. Huh. If she thinks she’s misunderstood, imagine how being a transgender student who needs to use the bathroom feels. Did I mention that DeVos is a monster?

D’Anne Witkowski is a poet, writer and comedian living in Michigan with her wife and son. She has been writing about LGBT politics for over a decade. Follow her on Twitter @MamaDWitkowski.

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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

‘D’ ELECTRICIAN TECHNICAL SERVICES INC.

Electrical Contractor State Lic. 13007180. All your wiring needs. Residential and office. State Lic. HI 3578. Call ‘D’ 954-726-0394 Over 30 Yrs Experience Unlimited Master Electrician everything electric & smart homes. 5% Off with is ad. www.delectrician.com

FLORIDA TECH SUPPORT

On-Site & Remote Support. Located in Wilton Manors. Windows (XP, Vista, 7 & 8) & Mac (OS X). Security, virus, & spyware removal, repairs & upgrades, wired & wireless networking - gay owned www.FLTechSupport.com 954-453-9574

**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

HELPMEERIC.COM ! TECH SUPPORT

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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u HANDY MAN BROWARD HANDYMAN SERVICES

Painting, Plumbing, Light Electrical, Vanities, Sinks, Faucets, Dishwashers, Disposals, General Carpentry, Mount TV & Microwave, Drywall and more. Brian 954-881-2848. “All your Residential Needs”

ONE-STOP SHOPPING AND ASSOCIATES HANDYMAN/ REMODELING AND MORE WITH OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN ALL PHASES OF... Home improvements, additions, electrical, plumbing, painting, kitchen, baths, wood flooring / trim, TV mounting, Former owner of a NY remodeling co. as well as a hands on worker, because I demand perfection in all I do. Please call Mitch for prompt honest and dependable service. Lic. CGC1514441 and insured. 954-253-4650

HANDYMAN

MasterCard & Visa Accepted. Pressure Washing, Painting, Tile, Landscaping, Plumbing etc.. And much much more. Call Joel Miller 954-822-7027

u MOVING | STORAGE u ELECTRICAL RTS ELECTRIC - 24 HOUR SERVICE

Quality work at a reasonable price. Licensed & Insured #98-CME-1807-X. Contact 954-257-9509. Also, all size generator service and installation.

A LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY MOVERS HAS GUYS WITH DOLLIES READY TO MOVE YOU!

For FREE price quote Call US @954-566-1270 or visit us At WWW.WORLDSBESTMOVERS. COM Ask about our FREE wardrobe service.

RED BOX MOVING COMPANY OWNER IN TRUCK ON EVERY MOVE

Call Norbert directly. Affordable, Reliably and Careful. Insured & Licensed MV#567 www.RedBoxMoving. com (954) 305-9176 Hotspots.LGBT | 109

Markâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List Marketplace u PLUMBING ALL COUNTY PLUMBING CONTRACTORS INC

Licensed since 1989. Specializing in tankless/tank water heaters. Guaranteed lowest prices in Broward county. Complete plumbing service and installation. Expert bathroom and kitchen. Free estimates. 24/7 Lic# CFC039956. Call Ed @ 954-297-0595.

LANDSCAPING LAWN MOWING & LANDSCAPING SERVICE INTEGRITY LANDSCAPE SERVICE 10 YEARS IN BUSINESS LIC. & INS.

Full Service- Everything from Landscaping Design and Installation to Maintenance. We do it allweeding, large and small lawns. Tree trimming class B certification lic. CCB1308. Member of the Better Business Bureau. WHATEVER YOU NEED WE DO IT! Just call JOHN 954-763-3340, cell 954-812-5434.

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IRRIGATION SYSTEM REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE

19 yrs. experience, excellent work, referrals upon request. Call Roberto at 954-383-8980

u PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PIANO OR VOICE LESSONS

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

u TAX PREPARATION HAROLD J BLOTCHER, EA

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 110 | Hotspots.LGBT

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