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ow that the first Halloween and Phoenix Pride since the beginning of the pandemic are over, it’s time to get ready for my favorite time of the year: the Holidays! While some want the return of people saying “Merry Christmas” the fact is that America and our community is full of diversity in religious beliefs, ethnic backgrounds as well as sexual identity. I would bet that most religious and even non-religious people still exchange gifts with their loved ones. So for this issue, we scoured the remotest corners of the internet and backrooms to bring you unique gifts that (almost) anyone would love to receive. Or you can go with your regular stand by, fruitcake. (That wasn’t a reference of being gay, just possibly the worst gift you can give anyone. It will be regifted). When I was a child, questioning my sexuality and my place on this planet, I still couldn’t contain my excitement for Christmas. Partially because we didn’t have to go to school for a couple of weeks, it would usually snow in Michigan so we got to play outdoors and most importantly, I was a certified spoiled brat. As the last of six kids, it allowed me to take advantage of this situation and ask (and get) most everything I asked for. In fact, our Christmas tree was filled with tons of gifts second to only Santa’s workshop. Mostly mine. But I was not a normal kid. I didn’t ask for toys that I would get tired of but I asked for and received a typewriter (no age jokes), video games, computers, cameras, artists’ supplies and more. Turns out my Dad was preparing this 14-year-old to be a publisher. Too bad he didn’t know that I would be a gay publisher. But that’s a story for another day and my therapist. So this year, get out, enjoy all the events and gift suggestions featured in this issue, get together with friends and family, and for God’s sake, don’t bring up politics. Ever! Keep it light, keep fun, keep it gay! Happy Holidays from all of us at ION Arizona. Please be safe and make good decisions. We need you! Jack M. Tesorero Spoiled Brat

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his November, we ask you to join ION Arizona as we raise awareness and money for a good cause: to continue bringing awareness to men’s health issues, especially prostate and testicular cancer, the two most common forms of cancer affecting men. Mental and physical health is something you hear everyone talking about these days. But how many of us are actually committing to ourselves to really take care of ourselves? Men often brush off the topic, so we’re making an effort to help us all talk about it, and get into action. “No Shave November” also known as “Movember” looks at mental health through a male lens, focusing on prevention, early intervention and health promotion. The goal is to take action and to be mentally well, and to be supported by those around us. To be mentally well, we must take care of ourselves physically, too. Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men in the United States. Globally more than 1.4 million men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year. Across the country, there are more than 3.25 million men living with and beyond the disease. Testicular cancer also ranks high, too. Sounds scary, but it’s better to know and to be prepared, right? Checking yourself regularly after a warm shower is the simplest form of being proactive. Getting yearly physicals goes a long way for a healthy mental and physical life. Learn more about how to keep up with your mental and physical health at US.Movember.com/IONArizona Or scan the QR code. You can also donate and help raise awareness. And that helps save lives. Do this for yourself. Do this for the men in our lives.

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PHX ATTRACTIONS Charlie’s 37th Anniversary That little bitty ol’ pissant country place opened up their saloon with line dancing and hoe downs. Things have changed, but the ho’s (and even ol’ Pussy LeHoot) are still there! 1¢ you call it drinks from 7-9 p.m. and a drag show 737 W. Camelback Rd. Tuesday, November 16

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A fabulous event features a special performance by Dance and EDM producer and artist, Cory Peterson followed by headlining DJ GSP. Catch performances from RuPauls Drag Race’s Joey Jay, plus dancers, prizes, and loads of hotties. AURA Nightclub, 411 S. Mill Ave. in Tempe. Get tickets at BJEvents.com Wednesday, November 24

Festival of Trees The Greater Phoenix Equality Chamber of Commerce celebrates the season with their charity benefit fundraiser by auctioning Christmas trees and wreaths, (plus menorahs for our Jewish friends.) See you at the Renaissance Hotel, 100 N. 1st St. in Phoenix. Tickets at EqualityChamber.org Friday, December 3, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

A Drag Queen Christmas You won’t want to miss your favorite RPDR queens, like Sasha Velour, Denali, Miz Cracker, Alyssa (Tongue Pop!) Edwards, Willam, and more The girls turn it up at the Arizona Federal Theatre, (formerly the Comerica), 400 W. Washington St. in Phoenix. For tickets go to DragFans.com, hunty! Wednesday, December 8 at 8 p.m. 26

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Aunt Rita’s Red Brunch Break out the Mimosas & Bloody Marys, Mary! It’s the 10th Annual RED Brunch Gala! It’s a celebration and a farewell to an Aunt Rita’s tradition. Find out what they’ve accomplished, and where they’re going in 2022. There might even be Eggs Benedict in it, if you’re good. See you at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, 340 N. 3rd St. in Phoenix. For more information and tickets visit AuntRitas.org Saturday, December 11 Saturday, December 11 at 10 a.m.

Phoenix Festival of the Arts The holiday season in the Valley warms up with this 9th annual event featuring more than 100 art vendors, live music, food trucks, and unique, locally created handmade gifts, plus beer and wine for you grown-ups to help deal with all the horrible, screaming children. Dog friendly and free! Hence Park, 1202 N. 3rd St. PhoenixFestivalOfTheArts.org December 11-12

The Return of Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show When you think “Christmas” it can only mean one thing: Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme’s Holiday showcase! It’s a hilarious post-apocalyptic extravaganza at The Van Buren, 401 W. Van Buren in Phoenix. For more info & tix sashay over to JinkxAndDeLa.com Thursday, December 16 Thursday, December 16 at 8 p.m.

When We’re Together “Homecoming.” The Phoenix Gay Men’s Chorus raises their voices once again in song along with a full instrumental ensemble. A Holiday Sing-A-Long will raise your spirits, Mary! (And I ain’t talkin’ ‘bout the Baby Jesus’s Mama, either!) PhxGMC.org at the North High School Auditorium, 1101 E. Thomas Rd. Saturday, December 18 at 7 p.m. & Sunday, December 19 at 2 p.m. NOV / DEC 2021

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ION Arizona Holiday Gift Guide Photography by: LeakedGlass Text by: Deon Brown Model: Toothpick It’s that time of year again! Open houses, buffets, eggnog, fruitcake, and shopping. Uh oh? What to get? We’ve taken the confusion and complicated part out of it for you and picked out a variety of thoughtful presents perfect for just about everyone on your list—with a gay twist here and there. You might even find something for yourself, too. Remember, it’s not the giving, it’s the getting that counts. Isn’t it? Get it, girl! Everyone needs a Toothpick … not just after a meal, either. Catch Toothpick in action at the 4SOME Revue at Kobalt Bar, every Friday at 10 p.m. Guest appearances by Kimora Black, November 19 and Denali December 3 Reserve your table at KobaltBarPhoenix.com Toothpick goes great with Bloody Marys, too! She’ll be at “Fiona and Friends Drag Brunch” at the Social Hall, 745 S. McClintock Dr. in Tempe November 27 at 11 a.m. For tickets go to FionasFriend.com/Toothpick

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Tooth Dripp Tooth gems & teeth whitening by Janelle Choose a small, removable tooth gem or 18K gold charm attached to your teeth with a bonding adhesive by a qualified dental hygienist. They stay on for 6 months to 2 years, there’s no drilling and you can choose a look that suits you! Tooth Dripp uses genuine Swarvoski crystals, locally made 18; and 24k gold charms, and applies them using safe dental materials. Tooth gems are painless and do not harm your teeth or interfere with eating or regular brushing, and they’re stain resistant, too. Gems start at $45. Book your appointment and your grill will glitter for the holidays! 227 E. Baseline Rd. Suite 13, Tempe. 480-430-9995 Instagram @ToothDripp1 ToothDripp.com

San Diablo Churro Fiesta in a Box Who doesn’t love churros? This is the ultimate at-home churro-making DIY kit that has everything you need to turn any gathering into a fiesta! Each “Churro Fiesta in a Box” kit includes San Diablo’s gourmet churro maker kitchen gadget with 9 interchangeable nozzles—just add water to their dry churro mix, A QR code provides access to a free e-book of recipes with 40 different filling flavor ideas and our made-from-scratch dough recipe in gluten-free and vegan versions. $59.99 with a variety of other options à la carte. SanDiabloChurros.com

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Enter the Queendom Toast the 2022 New Year like a Little Monster. Explore the limited, epic collaboration between two icons: Lady Gaga and Dom Pérignon. The Queendom that Lady Gaga and Dom Pérignon bring to life is the radical expression of the electrifying, liberating power of creative freedom. The Universe is a celebration of that vital impulse that opens up new horizons for the world. It invites us to move forward and embrace this power for ourselves, to encourage it and affirm it for everyone to see. Now, the exclusive Champagne of Kings belongs to the Queens, too. Dom Pérignon and Lady Gaga are embracing generosity with this limited edition bottle of bubbly designed by the creatives at Haus of Gaga. Dom Pérignon began supporting Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation in 2021, which aims to create a kinder and braver world. Explore the Queendom at DomPerignon.com Available at limited Total Wine locations - or various online merchants HolidayWineCellar.com Rosé Vintage 2006 Limited Edition $400 Brut Vintage 2010 Limited Edition $250 Prices may vary. Available for 21+ connoisseurs. Shipping charges will apply

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Lumen Pleasure Plug by OhMiBod Shine a light on your desires. Lumen is for everyone. Whether you use it alone, together, or remotely, Lumen by OhMiBod powered by Kiiroo is a surefire showstopper! The diamond-like LED light at the base of this sophisticated pleasure plug illuminates while you’re using it. Utilize the reliable OhMiBod app via Bluetooth where you can connect to your music for a vibratory treat satisfying your ears and your … you get the picture. Set it to “Club Vibe” and pick up on sounds in concert or at the bar. Talk about “good vibrations!” Wow! LoveLifeToys.com $119

Everyone Loves A Pearl Necklace! Somewhere In Between sets out to explore style not limited to masculine or feminine constructs, but elements of both, balanced within bold designs. When you find yourself neither here nor there you are, in fact, somewhere in between. Check out the bracelets, earrings, necklaces designed and handmade in Denver by Nicholas Nickk. We’re crazy about the pearl necklace … for men, too! Even the Atlanta Braves’ hot outfielder Joc Peterson wears one. Dark grey or white Swarovski pearls hand-strung on coated wire with large swivel clasp closure. Show off the clasps in the front, or place them in the back for a streamline look. Handmade 18”. Custom sizing available. Shop SIB’s Etsy shop at TheSIBshop.com $38.25 (regularly $45) 32

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These kooky little stocking stuffers are perfect for those people you don’t really know all that well but have to buy a present for or else you’ll be on their shit list. (See gift #2)

Ruth Bader Ginsburg Action Figure Gone but not forgotten. The Notorious RBG will always be the dissenting vote wherever you put her—as long as it’s on a flat surface. The plastic, 6” late Supreme Court Justice figure comes with her own display box, too. $20

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Cacamamie Sit down for the Number 2 game in America! There won’t be any party poopers at your holiday open houses once you break this adult game out. At every turn you’ll learn fun nuggets about players’ secret habits and surprising facts from the “anals” of history, science, and “poop culture.” It’s the crappiest game you’ll play this holiday season! $25 Cacamamie.com

RuPaul Chia Pet Head It was only a matter of time until Mama Ru was immortalized as a ch-ch-Chia Pet Head. except this time her Dynalon wig is made out of living watercress sprouts! The freaky fracking Supermodel of the World is immortalized in plastic with enough seeds for three crops. And don’t f*ck it up! 8”D x 4.5”W x 7.3”H. $21.99 Search for the glamazon on Chia.com to order yours.

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Scrub-a-dub,dub! Out of the closet and into the tub! Keep your naughty bits (and everything else) squeaky clean with Whitty Soap’s handmade vegan soap, free of icky parabens and pthalates. They have a variety of Pride flag soaps so all of your friends will know when they wash up. Consider a subscription to the Soap of the Month Club and other Prideinspired bath products. All handmade with love in Prescott, Arizona by Lynn Whitman, a proud mom of a gay son. Visit WhittySoap.com or email info@WhittySoapcom for more bubbles & love. 34

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Dress up your Christmas tree or Hanukkah bush, or simply hang these creative (and a little bit wacky) ornaments and gewgaws up anywhere in your home or office for that little something “extra” and to make the Yuletide gay. And we mean really gay.

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Choose from the music and pop culture greats to hang from your Christmas tree! Cher, David Bowie, Prince, and even Madonna (back when we liked her.) Others (not pictured) like Grace Jones, Anna Wintour, and Karl Largerfeld available, too. Glass, about 4.5” tall. $21.99-$24.99 ZGallerie.com

Rose Nylund The perky, optimistic, sweetheart of St. Olaf, Golden Girl darling Rose Nylund will always have dessert ready for you. Perfect for making someone smile year ‘round. Resin, 3.4” tall. $8.99 Hallmark.com

#FreeBritney It’s Britney, bitch! This festive custom made ornament is finished with the 3D acrylic lettering that spells out “Free Britney.” Translucent fluorescent red/pink acrylic with 3D white acrylic lettering. All acrylic is 1/8 inches thick, 3” x 4”. Made to order, so please allow 7-10 business days for yours to be created and shipped. Hit me, baby, one more time! $21 + s&h. Search Etsy.com for MJDesignsSD to order. NOV / DEC 2021

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Books! The perfect “go to” gift for just about anybody on your list. Here’s a few After all, reading is fundamental. (But try not to read everyone to filth. It’s the holidays, after all.) The library is open!

Trixie and Katya’s Guide to Modern Womanhood By Trixie Mattel and Katya The (not so) feminine mystique revealed! As doyennes of drag, these divas share conversations, and how-to sections peppered with photos and hilarious advice for readers on beauty and fashion while tackling other vital components and sharing personal stories in high-concept fashion. Plume Publishing. 208 pp. hardcover Amazon.com $19

I’m Dreaming of Chris for Christmas

A Hunky Hollywood Coloring and Activity Book for the Holiday By Robb Pearlman You’ll find everything “Chris” in this holiday themed activity book from the worlds of Hollywood, music, and sports, including Chrises Hemsworth, Evans, Pine, Pratt, Rock, Rinaldi, Jericho, even Noth, Walken and Waltz. Perfect for the “Chris” in your life. 112 pp. softcover Amazon.com $10

Miserable Holiday Stories

20 Festive Failures That Are Worse Than Yours! By Alex Bernstein Ten hilarious short stories for anyone who hates the holidays. The season is one of laughter, and time with friends and family. But we all know that the holiday season can be absolutely awful, no matter how hard we try. Grinches and Scrooges will love the “miserable” collection of short stories. Racehorse Publishing. 288 pp. paperback. Amazon.com $15 36

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The Gay Bar: Why We Went Out By Jeremy Atherton Lin Strobing lights and dark rooms; throbbing music and drag queens; first kisses, last call: the gay bar has long been a place of solidarity and sexual expression. But in urban centers around the world, they’re closing. Could this spell the end of gay identity as we know it? Elegiac, randy, and sparkling with wry wit, Gay Bar is at once a serious critical inquiry, a love story, and an epic night out to remember. Little, Brown & Co. Hardcover. 320 pp. Amazon.com $25

!Hola Papí! How to Come Out in a Walmart Parking Lot and other Life Lessons By John Paul Brammer JP shares his hilarious story of growing up bi-racial and in the closet while attempting to answer some of life’s most challenging questions: How do I let go of the past? How do I become the person I want to be? Is there such a thing as being too gay? Should I hook up with my grade school bully now that he’s out of the closet? Questions we’ve all asked ourselves, surely. Simon & Schuster, hardcover, 224 pp. Amazon.com $22

Stealth - Game Your Core Want a great way to work out your abs? Check out Stealth! This break-through app and planking device works 29 muscle groups … while playing games on any smart phone. Check out the retro-inspired games like FitMan, Stealth Invaders and Air Hockey, all there to help make working out fun! Get fit on your own or connect and compete with friends, family and over 350,000 Stealth users around the world. Stealth App includes 4 FREE games, plus access to optional “Premium Game” subscription package. Follow ION on social media and our app to enter and win this Stealth! Find out more at TryStealth.com Regularly $149 — on sale for $99 NOV / DEC 2021

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Tiger King, season 2 Hey you cool cats and kittens! It’s back! Season 2 of the twisted cat tale picks up the aftermath of the docuseries with dubious stars Carole Baskin, and the ferociously gay, mullet-wearing Joe Exotic, the tiger breeder who was sentenced to 22 years in jail following a murder-for-hire plot to kill competitor Baskin (a murder suspect herself), as well as violations of wildlife laws. American weirdos. November 17

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Single All The Way Desperate to avoid his family’s judgment about his single status, Peter (the impeccable Michael Urie of Ugly Betty fame) convinces his best friend Nick to “fake date” a relationship for the holidays. When Peter’s mother (Kathy Najimy) sets him up on a blind date with James, her hot spin instructor, predictably the plan goes awry in Netflix’s first holi-gay rom-com. The biggest takeaway will probably be busty Jennifer Coolidge (Stiffler’s Mom, if you don’t know.) December 2

The Christmas House 2: Deck Those Halls Jonathan Bennett and Brad Harder, the sanitized gay couple in the first film reprise their roles in this no doubt saccharine, sexless sequel. This time the Mitchell brothers (Bennett and Robert Buckley) compete to see who can create the best Christmas House. If it’s awful you can always watch reruns of Murder She Wrote with bug-eyed Angela Lansbury on the same channel. Hallmark TV Channel available on SlingTV & Amazon Prime. Premieres December 19 46

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House of Gucci Starring: Lady Gaga, Adam Driver, Jared Leto, Al Pacino, Jeremy Irons, Selma Hayak. Directed by Ridley Scott

Inspired by the family empire behind the Italian fashion house of Gucci, spanning three decades of love, betrayal, decadence, revenge, and ultimately murder, you’ll see what a name means, what it’s worth, and how far a family will go for control. Based on the book by Sarah Gay Gorden, The House of Gucci: A Sensational Story of Murder, Madness, Glamour, and Greed, the film follows a bizarre tale of glamour, power, greed, and money. In 1995, Maurizio Gucci (Adam Driver), the former head of the fashion house founded by his grandfather Guccio, was gunned down in his Milan office. Everything pointed to his ex-wife, Patrizia Reggiani (Lady Gaga), who was convicted of hiring four accomplices—including her psychic—to kill Gucci. Reggiani was sentenced to 29 years in prison (she got out in 2016, after serving 18); the psychic got 25 years and the hired gun received a life sentence. Reggiani, who maintained her innocence, was asked why she didn’t do the job herself. “My eyesight is not so good,” she shrugged. ”I didn’t want to miss.” Wed in 1972, Gucci and Reggiani were an international power couple. In 1985 Gucci left his wife for Paola Franchi (Camille Cottin) and moved in with her. He told Reggiani that he was going away on a business trip—and he never came back. In 1994, their bitter divorce, during which Reggiani allegedly sent death threats to Maurizio, was finalized. He was murdered one year later. After the death of his father Rodolfo (Jared Leto) in 1983, Maurizio inherited his majority stake in the company and initiated legal proceedings to nab control from his relatives— namely his uncle Aldo (Al Pacino). After a series of disastrous financial decisions he was forced to sell his stock, losing all family control over the company his grandfather founded in 1921. For the film, Gucci CEO Marco Bizzari gave the production total creative freedom and granted access to the house’s archives for wardrobe and props. The Gucci family, however, isn’t happy with the film. Nonetheless, you can expect powerful performances from an allstar cast. In addition to an all-star cast, of course, Gaga stars in it, so, there’s that. For more see UnitedArtistsReleasing.com/House-of-Gucci Only in theatres. Release date: November 24 NOV / DEC 2021

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Dolly: The Ultimate Collection now on DVD If you want to see a room full of gay men lose their shit, just say, “Dolly Parton” and watch every queen in there go crazy. She’s the Queen of Country, an award-winning songwriter, actress, television star, philanthropist, business mogul, icon and American treasure. Dolly has spent the last 50 years entertaining and now the greatest video highlights from Dolly’s unforgettable career are together in one fabulous 6-disc collection, Dolly: The Ultimate Collection. (Hey, not everything’s streaming. Love Dolly? This is definitely worth it!)

With box set you’ll see: • 11 star-studded episodes of Dolly’s variety show from the ‘80s • A special Christmas disc featuring A Down Home Country Christmas • Dolly’s unforgettable Live From London concert • Plus the 2019 BBC documentary Dolly Parton: Here I Am

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Dolly is the most honored and revered female country singer-songwriter of all time. Achieving 25 Recording Industry Association of America-certified gold, platinum, and multi-platinum awards, 26 songs reached #1 on the Billboard country charts. She’s also the first artist to have topped the Billboard’s Adult Contemporary, Christian AC Songs, Hot Country Songs, Christian Airplay, Country Airplay and Dance/Mix Show Airplay radio charts. She has 44 career Top 10 country albums, a record for any artist, and 110 career-charted singles over the past 40 years. She’s garnered eleven Grammy Awards and 50 nominations, including the Lifetime Achievement Award, 10 Country Music Association Awards including Entertainer of the Year; five Academy of Country Music Awards, also including a nod for Entertainer of the Year; four People’s Choice Awards; and three American Music Awards. In 1999 she was inducted as a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame. Not only that, Dolly has donated over 161 million books to children around the world with her Imagination Library. Her children’s book Coat of Many Colors was dedicated to the Library of Congress to honor the Imagination Library’s 100 millionth book donation. Make it a “Hard Rock Candy Christmas” with this DVD box set. This is a terrific gift this holiday season for any Dolly fan. Time Life invites home audiences to join them with Dolly: The Ultimate Collection, available at Walmart and select retailers. MSRP $50 and Amazon $30 60

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Miss Bennet Christmas at Pemberley The Bennet family celebrates Christmas in this cleverly imagined sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. An unexpected guest gives unmarried, Mary Bennet the boost she needs to find true love in this holiday rom-com about family, nerd love, and personal transformation. See ArizonaTheatre.org for venues, curtain time, and tickets. Tucson: Nov. 6 - Dec. 4 Phoenix: Dec. 9 - Jan. 2

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An R-rated Phoenix holiday tradition! Puppet Bruce Willis vs. master criminal Hans Gruber. All Puppet Players wreak havoc on the holidays with caroling, gunfights, cussing, and more puppet anarchy than you can shake a yule log at. It happens at Playhouse on the Park in the BMO Building, 1850 N. Central Ave. & Palm Lane. For tickets call 602-254-2151 or go to AllPuppetPlayers.com November 26 - December 30

MST3K LIVE Time Bubble Tour If you love movies and robots, don’t miss the world’s only movie-riffing robots, Tom Servo, Crow, and GPC from the hilarious TV series Mystery Science Theater 3000, now streaming on Netflix. They’ll screen Making Contact and include the wisecracking robots. Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St. in (duh!) Mesa. Get tickets at MesaArtsCenter.com or call 480-644-6500 Wednesday, December 29 68

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Friendly bars, clubs & restaurants: RECOMMENDED PHOENIX METRO

WEBSITE

ADDRESS

PHONE

1. Anvil

anvilbaraz.com

2424 E. Thomas Rd.

(602) 334-1462

2. Bar 1

bar1bar.com

3702 N. 16th St.

(602) 266-9001

3. Bliss/ReBar

blissrebar.com

901 N. 4th St.

(602) 795-1792

4. Boycott Bar

boycottbarphx.com

4301 N 7th Ave.

(602) 515-3667

5. BS West

bswest.com

7125 E. 5th Ave., Scottsdale (480) 945-9028

6. Bunkhouse

bunkhousesaloonphx 4428 N 7th Ave.

(602) 200-9154

7. The Cash

cashnightclub.com

1730 E McDowell Rd.

(602) 253-0689

8. Charlie’s

charliesphoenix.com

727 W. Camelback Rd.

(602) 265-0224

9. Cruisn’ 7th

cruisin7th.com

3702 N. 7th St.

(602) 212-9888

10. Dick’s Cabaret

dickscabaret.com

3432 E. Illini Rd.

(602) 274-DICK

11. FEZ

dickscabaret.com

105 W. Portland St

(602) 287-8700

12. Flex Spas

flexspas.com

1517 S. Black Canyon Hwy. (602) 271-9011

13. Hula’s

hulasmoderntiki.com

5114 N 7th St

(602) 265-8454

14. Industry Bar

industryphx.com

607 W Osborn Rd.

(602) 274-1456

15. Karamba

karambanightclub.com 1724 E. McDowell Rd.

(602) 254-0231

16. King Pin Bar/Rest

kingpingrill.com

(602) 795-6007

17 Kobalt

kobaltbarphoenix.com Park Central Mall

(602) 264-5307

18. Mi Patio

mipatioaz.com

3347 N 7th Ave.

(602) 277-4831

19. NuTowne Saloon

nutownebar.com

5002 E Van Buren St.

(602) 267-9959

20. OZ Bar

ozbarphx.com

1804 W. Bethany Home Rd. (602) 242-5114

21. Plazma

8925 N 12th St.

1560 E Osborn Rd.

(602) 266-0477

22. Rewined Bar

rewinedphx.square

3308 N 24th St.

(602) 429-9660

23. The Rock

therockdmphoenix

4129 N 7th Ave

(602) 248-8559

24. Sazerac

sazeracphoenix.com

821 N 2nd St.

(602) 334-1626

25. Stacy’s @ Melrose

stacysatmelrose.com

NOW OPEN! 4343 N 7th Ave. (602) 264-1700

26. Thunderbird Lnge

thunderbirdloungephx 710 W Montecito Ave.

(602) 283-4621

27. Wok n Roll - Phx

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2801 N Central Ave.

(602) 230-2960

28. Wok n Roll - Scott

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GAY BARS & CLUBS (All)

Centrico (Modern Mexican) Hula’s Modern Tiki Oven & Vine Mary Coyle’s Ice Cream Screaming Banshee (Bisbee)

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Open Wide Dental On Pointe Dental Braces for all Faces

CHECK OUT OUR AD IN THIS ISSUE (use page number) OR INSIDE THE ION ARIZONA APP (by catagory) Pueblo Family Physicians (2 loc) 4 Family Practice Specialists 69 Spectrum Medical 62 My Shape MedSpa 6-8 Healthcare Solutions - F Saltzburg Horizon Chiropractic Sassy Glasses - Retail frames Thomas Eye Care (in Lenscrafters) Lashes & Lasers Innova Medspa Stonewall Instutute Recovery Clean State Recovery CVS Speacialty 74 Community Walgreens Pharmacy Estetica Cosmetic Surgery

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The Wellness Spot (CBD/Rec) 3 Herbal Wellness Ctr. (medicinal) 3 Butt Out Vape Shop

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All State Insurance - E. Vasquez Health Markets - Amy Powell State Farm Ins. - Mary Contreras 66 Alliance Wealth Management Law offices of John Phebus MDK Law Group Phillips Law Group Dave Connell Bookkeeping

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Lugari Pet Salon Doggy Daze - Grooming/retail Wag n Wash Smelly Dog Pet Sit AZ

Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Equality Arizona (EQAZ) ANDES - Nude social club 58 FIERCE Friends - Social club BLAEQ - Black LGBTQ Social club

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Dick’s Cabaret Flex Phoenix Health Spa 79 The Chute Bathhouse The Adult Shoppe (3 locations) 70 Off Chute Too Castle Superstores Hustler Hollywood Paradise Bookstore Zorbas Adult Shoppe New APP Ads added weekly. Check back often for LGBTQ+ friendly business, organizations and non-profits!

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t’s a month for giving thanks. Before you have that turkey dinner look for Leonids Meteor Shower on November 18; these represent spiritual insights and awakenings. ¶ The Full Moon on the 19th brings a partial Lunar Eclipse that will illuminate a situation. It’s also a Beaver Moon for the lesbians. (kidding!) ¶ On December 2 it’s the conjunction of the Moon and Mars; this is a “Chadra-Mangal Yoga.” Really. This gives people courage, love for adventure and the ability to find solutions. ¶ Look for the December 6 Conjunction of the Moon and Venus. We’ll all feel better about relationships, and experience a stronger desire to connect with others. Now … let’s have some pumpkin pie. Happy Thanksgiving! Gobble, gobble! ARIES Mar. 21 - Apr. 20 November is a sticky wicket. Expect twists and turns because Uranus is teasing the Sun and Moon. Be Neptune shows you the truth. December brings a new project. TAURUS April. 21 - May 20 The New Moon will help reveal secrets to bringing in dat coin, heeny! The December 11 conjunction between Venus and Pluto brings a magnetic pull toward the unknown. Embrace the mystery! GEMINI May 21 - June 21 You’re popular because Sun connects with Neptune on November 12. Mercury connecting with Saturn who’s connecting with the Sun, and Venus with Neptune on November 30. Now it’s your turn to make connections of your own! CANCER June 22 - July 22 Energy from Uranus comes alive as the Sun, Mercury, and Mars in Scorpio give it a jump start. You’ve been content with things as they are. Now it’s time to turn the beat around. 78

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LEO July 23 - Aug. 22 Your reputation gets a boost. The planets are all pointing you in a direction to move gaily forward thanks to the Sun, Mercury, and Mars all bring energy to your sphere. VIRGO Aug. 23 - Sep. 22 Relax. You need a change of pace. It’s time to explore intellectual curiosities, study, and step outside your comfort zone. A nosy family member gets up in your business. LIBRA Sep. 23 - Oct. 22 The Lunar Eclipse on the 19th is telling you to sit down and look at your finances. Buying something expensive? Go ahead! Splurge! Lots of moneymaking potential ahead. SCORPIO Oct. 23 - Nov.23 Your famous stinger’s out lately. You can be a little overly defensive. Is it your birthday? Mars is here, and he only visits once every two years. Harness this energy and claim this time as your own, baby. SAGITTARIUS Nov. 23 - Dec. 23 Slow down. Slower … even slower. Finish up some projects before 2022. Celebrating your birthday means the solar eclipse will light up your path and illuminate the way. CAPRICORN Dec. 23 - Jan. 20 This month’s partial solar eclipse will impact next month. Expect high energy bringing big changes in creativity, and self-expression. Expect all your hard work to bear fruit. Next month? Well … AQUARIUS Jan. 21 - Feb. 19 Oh, Uranus! Always acting up. Sometimes for good, other times, not so much. Keep your calendar open but think twice before accepting any invitations. Stupid Uranus. PISCES Feb. 20 - Mar. 20 With borders opening post-COVID it’s a fab time to travel. Mercury connects with Jupiter and you’re meeting people who want to invest in you. Pluto sees you doing something in secret.

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