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FRIENDS OF DOROTHY..8 WHO’S DOIN’ WHAT, WHEN AND WHERE IN METRALAND! Compiled By Auntie M.
HOROSCOPES....16 Compiled by E.Z.Pickens
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July 25th - August 29th
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Friends of DOR OTHY DORO
Metra's calendar of EVENTS, that lets you know where all the HOT spots are!
By Auntie M4Doro@ aol.com As July is in full swing and people are looking for a “cool spot” to party and have a few cocktails, or their favorite brewski. They’re taking time to see where to party for those pleasant days and nights that August always bring. The Woodward Dream Cruise festivities begin on Monday, August 13th and runs until Saturday August 18th which is “The Woodward Dream Cruise” the main event. Millions of visitor’s line-up the 16 mile course to view thousands of muscle cars, hot rods, and various custom and collectible vehicles. Traffic to and from this event is horrible, so get there early, camp-out all night to get the best spots. Coming up in September 21st -23rd it’s “Mr. Michigan Leather Weekend XXIII” at Dunes Resort with Mr. Michigan Leather 2018: Tim Koski in attendance. To purchase your weekend pass contact MMLweekend.com! So let’s see what’s happening in and around Metraland! …MICHIGAN Ann Arbor: NECTO (734-994-5436), presents Pride Friday, August 3rd “CUPCAKE” for Ann Arbor Pride Pre-Party. On Friday, August 17th Necto presents “MIZ CRACKER” 1st. show at 9:45 with an Encore Midnight for both events and the doors open 9pm with 18+ welcome. Those 18-20 is $10 and $5 for 21+ for both events, always a packed house on Pride Fridays. Detroit: ADAMS APPLE (313-240-8482), has “Erik’s Birthday Benefit Party” on Saturday, August 4th with all proceeds to go AIDSWalk. There will be $3.00 signature drinks, and $1 shots. And will run from 8pm until close, with raffles until 11pm and six chances to win! And you must be present to win. Also they’ll have Free Food and no cover with guest bartender Erik. BODY ZONE (313-366-9663), has their dates scheduled and ready to have some fun. On Friday, August 10th it’s their infamous “BLACK-OUT Party”, what happens in the dark stays in the dark. Then on Saturday, August 18th it’s “LEATHER NIGHT” for you guys into leather 8 Metra Magazine, Issue # 923
and Leathermen with $5 lockers for members in Chaps and or Harness. And on Saturday, August 25th it’s their “COLLEGE NIGHT” with $5 lockers for those 18-25 years old. They have FREE tanning with the rental of a room or locker, and they’re open 24/7. Body Zone is a Private Gay Health Club and you must have a pictured ID to enter, a current Drivers License, State ID or Passport are acceptable. BRIGGS - DETROIT (313-656-4820), has every Mondays: “Scooby Brew” and Secret Movie Night, a fan favorite returning to the roof deck and they’ve made it better with $2 booze! And just added, Bea the Pug will be on the deck signing autographs for her fans. Also proceeds from select beers and cocktails will benefit Silver Muzzle Cottage and with a matching donation from Briggs-Detroit. Drink a beer, save a dog!
CLUB GOLD COAST & SIN in Detroit (313-366-6135), with both bars open daily at 7pm and Detroit’s Hottest Male Dancers 7 nites a week. Fridays: “GUYS AND DOLLS” with their New Show Director KOURTNEY and host KENDYLL with special AUGUST guests appearances by Nickki Stevens 8/3, and “Outrageous Productions” with D’neshewa and Lucy 8/10, King Teddy 8/17, Billy Barbie 8/24, and Allison Knight 8/31. SUNDAY$ want to make big money and become one of Detroit’s hottest dancers? Come on Sundays before 9pm for Amateur tryouts! ESCAPE BOOKSTORE (313-336-6558), open daily Monday - Saturday from 10pm until midnight. Sundays are noon until 10pm, just across the street from Adam’s Apple. GIGI’S (313-584-6525), on Sunday, August 26th at 8pm it’s the 8th Annual “AIDSWalk Benefit: Open Stage Show” with Karaoke and open to all performers to join the cast, you must bring CD’s & donate ALL tips! MAC Cosmetics are matching all the funds raised. Check in at 9pm to get on the list, contact KJ Karen O’Brien for details. This event is hosted by Brien and KJ Karen with emcee Raven and DJ Charlie. This event is sponsored by Detroit Invasion, Gigi’s, MAC, and Metra Magazine. Metra Magazine, Issue # 923 9
HAYLOFT SALOON (313-581-8913), is where men meet men, every Monday for Manly Mondays with drink specials from 9pm until 2am. Tuesdays: Karaoke with happy hour all day and all night. Wednesdays: SIN Night (Service Industry Night) with drink specials all night for those who work in the industry. Every Thursday: Pool Tournament anyone can join, no skill level required, free darts, drink specials, and free pizza. Fridays: “BEAR-TRAP” Fridays kick off the weekend with Detroit’s Furriest and Friendliest men. Saturdays are Special Events nights with special drinks and party favors. Sundays: BEER BUST Sundays from 2pm -9pm draft beer specials, bottle beer specials, shot specials, and happy hour from 2pm-9pm. MENJO’S COMPLEX (313-863-3934), has a plethora of events for August. Starting on Saturday August 4th it’s the 4th Annual “DOG DAYS of summer” with pup training and leashing technique demos. Saturday, August 11th at the Eagle they’re having “BUBBLES & BEARS: Foam Party 4” on the patio, with beach toys provided. All draft beer on special, also domestic, Imports and Micro Brews! The Olympus Theater presents Live Summer Music Series on Saturday, August 11th featuring “EYE CANDY & LOKELLA” performing. Then Saturday, August 18th Menjo’s presents “Summer Luau” with fruity tropical blended cocktails, FREE grass skirts and coconut bras. Also a delicious Hawaiian BBQ with Hula Dancing. The Eagle presents “WAR of the ROSES” Weekend of August 24, 25, and 26th hosted by HungerFF and Kenn Kennedy. On Friday, August 24th at 9pm it’s a WRW - “RED HANKIE” Meat & Greet night. On Saturday, August 25th from 68:30pm it’s the WRW - GEAR SWAP; and at 9pm WRW - RED PARTY with a DJ. Then Sunday, August 26th at 1pm – WRW presents the “ROSE BOWL CHILI COOK OFF”. Coming in September Michigan’s Biggest Leather Event celebrates “LEATHER EXPO X” on September 14, 15 & 165th 2018 at Menjo’s Complex! Douglas: DUNES RESORT (269-857-1401), has the biggest event of the summer coming up, the Annual “LABOR DAY WEEKEND” from August 30th thru September 3rd with DJ Dan Slater, DJ Alex Acosta, and DJ Doug be sure to make your reservations NOW because this event books up very quickly some room, and cabins are reserved from year to year. My suggestion is to call NOW and book a room or cabin if any are available. Stockbridge: CREEK RIDGE CAMPGROUND (517565-3800), on August 3rd thru 5th it is a Pirate Weekend (Rrrrr!) with buccaneers, and swashbucklers roaming the park. The weekend of August 10th -12th: they’ll be “SplishSplash Party” in the pool area. Everyone knows about Food Network TV program “Chopped” well, Creek Ridge Campground is having their version on the weekend of August 17th thru 19th with food and drinks, with many events still coming up go to their Facebook Events page. 10 Metra Magazine, Issue # 923
Pontiac: LIBERTY BAR (248-758-0771), coming Saturday, August 18th it’s the Annual Woodward Dream Cruise Party” come and check-out all the hot cars, and hot guys. Saturday, July 28th its “CHRISTMAS in July” from 9pm until closing. Join Mr. Liberty Leather 2018: Will Baker, for a night of naughty or nice! Royal Oak: PRONTO’S (248-544-7900), made several changes and updated the menus on food and drinks. It’s still a very popular video bar for the after work crowd, and again for those late night revilers. Stop in and check it out. Traverse City: SIDETRAXX (231-935-1666), what a better way to celebrate the Traverse City Film Festival than with a tribute to filmmaker Tim Burton than with the Bayside Bombshells version of magical the film “Tim Burton’s Burlesque” on Friday, August 3rd from 11pm -2am. ...ILLINOIS Chicago: 2nd STORY (312-923-9536), is always a great place to grab a few drinks or beers, and conversations with the most diverse clientele in Chicago. The time has flown by so fast I have to make a trip to Chicago and visit just to see how much things have changed and of course I’ll be incognito of course. TOUCHE (773-465-7400), on Friday, July 27th it’s a “FULL MOON” ONYX Club Night where Onyx is the flava de jour! Saturday, July 28th is the “RIPE PARTY” with raw and real natural guys’ party. They dim the lights; pump out deep beats, Go-Go Dudes and with DJ Harry T pumping out the beats. Sunday, July29th “BEER BUST” with $1.00 Bud / Bud Light Drafts. Also they’ll have their “SPLASH PARTY” from 4-7pm wild times with water. Monday, August 30th its “GAME-ON” come out and play some sports on their screens or games at the bar. Club room will be open. Tuesday, July 31st “HARDCORE CRUISIN’” sponsor Leather64ten and those in leather get $1 off drinks, No cell phones / Wi-Fi usages! LEATHER64TEN (773-508-0900), you can always get the latest in leather gear, Footwear, Adult Toys, and other leather goods for Men and Women shop online at www.leather64ten.com or if you’re in Chicago visit the store at 6410 N. Clark St. That’s it for this issue! Our next deadline is Wednesday, August 22nd, 2018 for our Wednesday, August 29th, 2018 issue, and you can contact me at AuntieM4doro@aol.com! Email me Metra Magazine, Issue # 923 11 your upcoming events today!
HOROSCOPES FOR 2018 July 25th - August 29th
AQUARIUS: (January 21st - February 19th) - your current marriage or relationship will be getting a servere “stress test” this month to see how well it holds up. Be more patient with the beloved this period, he or she will seem under duress. Only a really good relationship will stand up under this relentless poinding. PISCES: (February 20th - March 20th) - there will be more drama at the work place, it’s time to get about pay attention to your career and other goals. It’s a good time to achieve all those boring, detailed jobs that you been putting off.and you’ll have good fortune all month. ARIES: (March 21st - April 20th) - just when you thought that your life was on track, more disturbances will pop up. You just have to buckle down and those obstructions in your path will disappear as you will generallydo a good job of overcoming obstacles.You love life will improve later in the month. TAURUS: (April 21st - May 21st) - your health is the important thing this month, more family dramas are involved. You should reduce youe schedule this month and pay more attention to sleeping more because you’re begining to feel sleep deprived. Enhance your health by getting more rest. GEMINI: ( May 22nd - June 21st) - you should drive more carefully and defensivly this month, if you don’t need to drive, it would be better not to. Cars and communication equipment will be tested and once again dramas in the lives of siblings, and neighbours will surface. There may be changes of schools or educational plans. CANCER: (June 22nd - July 23rd) - you will feel that you’re in unknown, and unfamiliar territory and lack confidence and direction, it’s now time to gain mental clarity, you should focus on your home and emotional wellness. Your career is important but shift some attention to your home and relationship.
LEO: (July 24th -August 23rd) - the planets are not looking favorable for you Leo’s this month, Once again you’re forced to redefine yourself, to re-evaluate who you are and how you want others to think of you. It brings a change of personality and image. But it will be for the better in the long run.
VIRGO: (August 24th - September 23rd) - this should be a be a very properous month for you bringing a unexpected financial windfall and a many happy opportunities. You will look and feel properous, and expensive personal items wwill come to this month. But take it in stride and don’t get dazzled by the brilliance of these material things and just be thankful they came your way.
LIBRA: (September 24th - October 23rd) - once again friendships are tested. Friendships that can endure and eclipses the negitive ones are indeed good ones. Marriages or love relationships are also on the testing cycle. The good news is you’re very focused and will most likely overcome the challenges that you’ll face this month.
SCORPIO: (October 24th - November 22nd) - career shake-ups can create dramas in the lives of people involved in your career, and few more course corrections are in store and are necessary. And the changes you make will be agood ones but won’t be pleasent while they’re happening. But taking stock and forming a clear self-conception.
SAGITTARIUS: (November 23rd - December 21st) - you’ve never really lost your independence this year, but now it is stronger than ever. Be respectful of others but go your own way. Take responsibility for your own happiness. It is your personal merit that matters now and not your likeability or social skills.
CAPRICORN: (December 22nd - Januuary 20th) - it’s again necessary to remind you that life on Earth is short and can end at anytime. It’s time for you to magically cut your way through that which burdens you emotional and focuse on life’s essence, the thinks that bring you joy and happiness.
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