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Last time around, we (meaning “me”)

channels (who woulda thought…) like

home. One of them makes a mistake

talked about how things have changed

Logo and hereTV! and then released

that may tear a family apart. Sometimes

in the video industry–from films with lit-

on DVD. This does not, however, mean

there are no second chances, some-

tle or no gay story lines when my video

they’re all good. Or even watchable, in

times there are no mulligans.” No mul-

store, the much-lamented “The Movie

some instances. Netflix, the top inter-

ligans! Get it? Me neither. So I looked it

Place,” opened in ’82, to today’s pleth-

net DVD-renter (I’m not familiar with

up in Merriam-Webster’s online diction-

ora of movies with gay characters. For

Blockbuster’s online rentals) has a really

ary, which describes a “mulligan” as “…a

this rant, we’ll talk about movies aimed

good selection of current gay-themed

free shot sometimes given a golfer in

at specifically gay audiences, though

movies on DVD. But, in most cases, it’s

informal play when the previous shot

I’m sure there are plenty of…ahem,

a crap-shoot. Some are good, but many

was poorly played.” See how it all makes

“straights” who are watching them, if

have given me the best night’s sleep I’ve

sense? But I digress. I rented this one be-

you catch my drift. Gay-themed films

had in weeks, and that’s while watching

cause it features Charlie David. Charlie is

now are typically not your father’s gay-

them! One recent DVD rental was called

a very attractive Canadian actor/writer

themed films you may remember from

“Mulligans.” Distributed by Wolfe Video,

who also scripted “Mulligans,” and has

the nineties. They now can be compa-

the plot, according to IMDb, tells of “…

appeared in such gay-themed produc-

rable to an A-list Hollywood produc-

two college friends (who) take a journey

tions as “Dante’s Cove,” “Kiss The Bride,”

tion, with casts that could even include

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What? You don’t think “Ugly Betty”

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5 Special Provincetown Homes of the Past in the Present Laughter fills the air as friends adjourn from a dinner party and gather on the deck with glasses of white wine. The setting is Provincetown. These scenes are becoming increasingly popular as a mix of gay and straight professionals escape their corporate lives to relax in quintessential Cape Cod homes that have been lovingly restored and maintained. Whether owned by the same family for decades, or recently purchased, Savoir Flair visited five exquisite homes that are rich in history, colorful in dĂŠcor and rarely seen from the

In the far East End of Provincetown The Dewey Cottage as it looked in 1900

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795 Commercial | Dewey Cottage

This waterfront home lovingly called Dewey Cottage, rests atop a coastal dune in a private East End setting. There have only been three owners of this amazing property. The Days family constructed the cottage in 1894 with leftover wood from a nearby project. Art Critic Hutchins Hapgood and his wife Neith Boyce, a writer, purchased the property in 1919. The current owners, artists Bob and Sharon Fodor bought the property in 1983.

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She is said to have conducted plays in the living room for her parents when she was a little girl. There are also rumors that friends of Neith Boyce such as Georgia O’Keeffe and Gertrude Stein may have visited.

There is a soothing energy that greets you when you step onto the grounds of this warm and inviting home. The current owners recognized this when they first rented the property for vacation in 1979, when Sharon The Dewey Cottage as it looks today

Fodor turned to Bob and exclaimed, “someday we’re going to live here.”

They bought the house in dilapidated condition from Miriam Dewitt in 1983 after promising to restore rather than renovate.

This is exactly what the Fodors have done and today it has been transformed into a Provincetown gem frozen in time. It contains all the comforts of modern amenities, yet the Fodors were careful to retain the Cape Cod décor. They removed wallpaper from the second level bed-

The first floor porch framed by a crushed shell walkway

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of newspapers that displayed stories about Admiral Dewey, the cottage namesake. They made other alterations to the 1738 square foot cottage over the years including raising the roof and building an attached studio that has northern exposure.

There is a two level deck which can be accessed from the living room and either of two bedrooms on the top floor. Both decks provide sweeping views of the carefully above: The Dewey Cottage’s original hearth below: The bedroom with vaulted ceilings and traditional ship’s lantern

groomed landscaping, Cape Cod Bay and the Provincetown skyline. This is one location where you can watch the sun rise over the dunes of East Harbor and set over Provincetown providing a divine display of natural color. A gentle, winding path leads you from the home to 145 feet of private, sandy beach.

A separate free standing cottage built in 1920 can be found in the garden. It was a rescue station moved from Chatham in 1950. This cozy jewel has been insulated and is now a library. This meticulously restored and maintained home is a step back to yesteryear.

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The White Porch Inn’s period facade facing Johnson Street

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tained its character. The two level carriage house

This award winning Victorian Inn, located on Johnson Street in Prov-

at the head of the driveway was a tool shack,

incetown’s Gallery District, reflects the sophistication and glamour of

horse shed and a garage.

a bygone era.

The Kelly family, prominent in the Provincetown

Tom Thompson of The Provincetown Design Group explained that The

trade business, owned the home around the turn

White Porch Inn was originally built as a cottage in the mid 1800’s and

of the century. In 1900, an addition was made to

served as a Captain’s house. Eventual additions throughout the years

the structure due to a marriage within the family.

expanded the property to what you see today. Although the house un-

Allegedly, an entire house was moved from East-

derwent a significant renovation three years ago, it has basically re-

ham to be merged with the property. It was ap-

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The Inn’s guest bedroom

Livingroom with baby grand piano

Entry way sitting room with period stairway

parently floated to Provincetown and

Week was founded by the husband. He

highly polished product that created

could have been part of a dowry.

and his wife owned and operated the

an irresistible draw for vacationers.

When the Kelly family sold the prop-

guesthouse for over 20 years.

The White Porch Inn is registered with

erty, it served as a boarding house for

In September of 2005, Tom Shirk

the American Historic Inns and has

sailors. This was a period when the

and Thomas Bantle fulfilled a dream

consistently won awards from Bed

fishing industry reached its zenith in

of owning an inn in Provincetown by

and breakfast.com and PinkChoice.

Provincetown and short term lodging

purchasing the property. The home

Ironically, the current design is based

was in demand.

was in solid condition but in need

on the porches that owners Tom and

In the 1970’s 7 Johnson Street be-

of renovation. The work started after

Thomas planned their marketing strat-

came a guesthouse called the Coat

eight months of design and creation.

egy around. Outside space was to be

of Arms. The owners were a husband

The White Porch Inn was completed in

a very important aspect of the home.

and wife; Arpina and Harry Stanton

April 2007 and opened for business

Every care was put into period ac-

who actively participated in the Prov-

two weeks later.

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incetown social scene. In fact, Carnival

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P r o v i ncet o wn P e r fect i o n rooms reflect the past yet embrace the present. A grand piano sits in the parlor awaiting a guest to send notes dancing throughout the rooms. The kitchen is very well equipped and masculine in motif with dark cherry cabinets and granite countertops.

A generous owner’s quarters are in the rear of the house and accessed off neighboring Arch Street. Practically invisible to guests is a private roof deck. Situated just outside of an attic that has been painstakingly renovated into office space, the deck provides stupendous views of Provincetown and the bay, not to mention a respite from busy guesthouse The White Porches Inn side view with a glimpse of a rooftop deck

duties.

ner as to not disrupt original aspects

private bathrooms. Gas fireplaces

The home is incredibly versatile. It

of the property. Air conditioning was

were also added to create ambience

can be used as a bed and breakfast,

installed without disturbing the origi-

in the soft decor. While developing this

single family or divided into large

nal molding and existing antique fea-

large bed and breakfast, the owners

livable spaces. Every care to per-

tures.

and designer were careful not to lose

fection was made when The White

Prior to the renovation, the home con-

the number of bedrooms the property

Porch Inn was conceived. The White

sisted of small rooms and shared bath-

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Tree Tops in Provincetown’s far East End

258 Bradford | Tree Top Nestled on top of one of the highest points in Provincetown’s East End, this home was a well known tea house around the turn of the last century. Zoe Mabel Morse bought the land and constructed the home in 1910. She named the property Tree Tops, opening a tea house called the Piazza Tea Room. She served lunch, tea and supper and sold unusual gifts. Ladiesgathered 0here while their husbands attended to their gentlemen duties in town. When Zoe came to Provincetown each spring to open the house for the season, the local newspaper would announce her arrival.

The mezzanine overlooking the main room

The main room circa 1920

This is one extraordinary domicile and

bought it. Author Peter Manso owned

quite unique in Provincetown architec-

the property for a period of time in

ture. You can’t help but see shadows

the 1970s and then Gary Drake pur-

of the past when you walk through the

chased the property. Eric Dray be-

door. Ladies dressed in turn of the

came the present owner in 2007.

century attire once sat in the living

The sun porch and loft provide incred-

room and demurely sipped tea from

ible panoramic views of the Pilgrim

delicate bone china cups. A grand fire-

Monument and Cape Cod Bay. The

place warms this great room which

enclosed front porch is a bygone ame-

opens to the second floor creating

nity where you can enjoy cool sum-

an atrium of sorts. Tea rooms were exceedingly popular up through the 1940s and mainly catered to male patrons. Most were owned and operated by women and The Piazza Tea Room was no exception.

This home became a residence around 1952 when Maurice and Mary Gioiosa

mer nights stargazing. The beach is a short two minute walk along a tree lined lane. The grounds are beautiful and boast a lush green lawn. The setting is secluded as Treetops is embraced by conservation land. Eric Dray has retained the historic features of the property furnishing it to period. continued on page 94

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February 18, 1978

Providence, R.I., Saturday, February 18, 1978

By Judy Van Handle Rosy White was hanging out at a lesbian bar in Cambridge one night in the late 1970s, taking a break from her duties as a producer at a Boston television WCVB, when she spotted what she thought was a familiar face across the darkened room.

Another glance confirmed it: White had indeed seen a co-worker–more specifically, a high-profile news anchor. Given that White knew of no other lesbians or gay people at Channel 5, it was a promising and significant though ultimately fruitless moment.

“She recognized me, and was friendlier to me at work,” said White.

But not much else. In those days, acknowledgement did not always beget openness, and the anchor never struck up much of a friendship with White and remained closeted to the general public. Even when she left the station, and the electronic media, a few years later, the TV personality’s long-time partner was described in a Boston Globe profile only as a person with whom she “shared living expenses.”

However, there were no euphemisms in store two years ago, when Randy Price and Mark Steffen exchanged marriage vows on the steps of the Massachusetts State House. The ceremony involving Price, a nightly news anchor at Channel 7, and his spouse elicited a simple statement from his station: “7 News wants to congratulate an important part of our team.”

Gay men and lesbians have always been a vital part of the Boston media, but for many years the people who delivered the news were reluctant, or simply refused, to reveal much regarding their lives off camera. Gradually, however, that silence and reticence has been replaced by an increasing and widespread openness among the people who deliver the news.

TV personalities are common sights as emcees at gay and lesbian dinners, AIDS walks, and all kinds of GLBT-related events.

Newspaper reporters are moonlighting by writing best-selling gay-themed books, others are posting humorous signs near their desks referring to their sexual orientation, and one had her marriage announcement published in the society pages of the New York Times. continued on next page

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Our Media Icons Many of them belong to The National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association, which has had a Boston chapter for over 15 years.

And in an unprecedented move, one gay anchor replaced Boston’s other gay anchor at a network affiliate in June–a bit of GLBT history since it was the first time a gay anchor had taken another’s place in not only Boston but nationwide.

Indeed, it sometimes seems as if the love that once dared not speak its name now has a constant conversation going on with the public. For many of the younger members of the communications industry, the stuffiness of the closet is difficult to comprehend–or even understand why their sexual orientation could ever

have been perceived as a hindrance.

“Overall, my being gay has helped my career, not hurt it,” said Johnny Diaz, a Living/Arts reporter for the Boston Globe.

No one was issuing such declarations in 1990, when Price made history by becoming the first TV news anchor in the nation to come out, thanks to a newspaper interview. Then a 14-year veteran of the news business, seven in Boston, Price’s reasoning was uncomplicated.

“It wasn’t a big secret revealed,” Price told Diaz in a 2007 Globe profile. “But I was very interested in talking about it because our business is supposedly about facts and honesty. I had the real fortunate circumstance of having a relationship with viewers, people knowing me for the totality of who I was except for that one element. It’s about me as a person.”

Thus was born a pioneer.

The 59-year-old Price had begun his long career in TV with jobs in Bakersfield, Calif., and Toledo, Ohio, before joining Channel 4 in 1983. The words “classy,” “intelligent” and “elegant” have been commonly affixed to Price’s style, both off and on the air. He was a familiar sight as an emcee at fundraising events for gay causes such as the Fenway Community Health Center, MassEquality and Pride Lights,

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and also for the MSPCA and animal rights, autism and youth and family groups.

He eventually left Channel 7 in a well-publicized split in February, but his exit didn’t last long–nor leave Boston without an openly gay presence on the anchor desk. When Channel 5 named Price to co-anchor its “EyeOpener” newscast–giving him the distinction of working at Boston’s ABC, NBC and CBS affiliates he was replacing the city’s other gay anchor. David Brown had served as Channel 5’s early morning anchor since 2007. “I’ve spent more of my career on morning news programs and I love it because it really helps New Englanders’ get their day started,” Price said in a press release after he was hired by WCVB. “It’s a privilege to be able to have that re-

Price told Diaz in a 2007 Globe profile. “But I was very interested in talking about it because our business is supposedly about facts and honesty. lationship with the community.” As trumpeted as Price’s revelation of his sexual orientation had been, the reaction to Brown’s presence as the second openly gay anchor in Boston was notable by its absence of one.

His lack of reticence about his life off camera was a big reason why. Brown had been open about his sexual orientation from the moment he was hired

by Channel 5 in 1995. After an initial

Emily Sweeney of the Boston Globe

assignment as the EyeOpener’s meteorologist, Brown jumped to the anchor desk for his two-year stint. His newest jobs at the station are as a reporter and substitute weather anchor.

Such positions would be enough to generate plenty of name recognition, but Brown has gained an even higher profile with the GLBT community thanks to his involvement in charity efforts. He’s emceed the AIDS Walk, one of AIDS Action’s biggest fundraisers, and also ran in a 5K fundraiser for the group. He followed that up by hosting–as well as riding in the Harbor to the Bay charity bicycle race for HIV/AIDS fundraising that stretches from Boston to Provincetown in the Fall. Channel 5 is a sponsor of each event.

But White remembers a very different time at Channel 5, as it was for the media in general, during the 1970s, years when the gay movement was making its first baby steps toward acceptance and simply learn-

ing of another gay person on the job was a seismic event.

“At least I knew of one other gay person (at work),” said White, who left TV shortly after and now owns Strong Financial Services in Cambridge. “Now, it’s not a big deal.”

It also wasn’t a huge issue to turn on the radio during the 1970s and find a program dedicated to gay and lesbian issues. In 1974, when Elaine Noble was elected to the Massachusetts State House as the first openly gay or lesbian politician in the country, Ann Maguire was hosting a weekly gayrelated show on WBUR. In Amherst, a gay man known as Demian ran another show on WMUA, the Univercontinued on page 84

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In the not too distance past, the only way to make your home environmentally friendly was to turn it into an eyesore: clunky solar panels on a roof or a pile of compost in the backyard. Now that more people are looking for ways to reduce their environmental impact, there has been a similar upsurge in the design and aesthetics of earth-friendly products.

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Cork Flooring: This innovative new

possible and donating some of their

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profits to reforestation. Veneer can be

friendly. Cork is produced from the

laid to simulate traditional wood plank-

bark of cork trees, which is harvested

ing, or it can be set into parquet or pat-

without harm to the trees every de- terns. cade. Cork flooring is produced from Kirei Shelves: Kirei planks are a comthe waste of the wine industry. As a posite material that is made from the floor material, cork is particularly soft: stem of plants, such as sorghum, bamalthough it doesn’t feel spongy under- boo, or wheat. Because it is made of foot, it has a soft feel and can reduce these fast growing plants and grasses, strain on joints if standing for long pe-

it is easily renewable. The stalks are

riods. Although cork flooring naturally

heated and bonded together, and the

would absorb small amounts of water,

resulting planks are lightweight, strong,

it is frequently sealed to prevent this

and beautiful.

during installation. Cork can be tinted The planks can serve a number or dyed a number of colors, and a

of purposes, although they are too soft

finished cork floor frequently looks as to make good flooring except in very though it were tiled. The cork can also low-traffic areas. They make beautibe left in its natural color or stained to

ful shelves and cabinetry, and the

look like traditional wood flooring.

striped, layered look of the planking makes a bold statement in any room.

Veneer Planking: When you just have to have the look and feel of traditional Eucalyptus Patio Furniture: These ecowood, using wood veneers is a good

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Many veneer manufactur- rally, it’s a light tan like maple, but it ers take pride in being as Earth-friendly can be stained to match any color as possible in the process, using only scheme. wood that is harvested as greenly as

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Gorgeous Green Design New England has many beautiful woods to offer. Vermont’s maple offers a bright, light colored wood that has a clear grain and a clean look. White pine is a native New England tree which offers lumber that darkens to a rich tan. White pine has been used in New England homes for hundreds of years.

Quartz Countertops: Quarried quartz is combined with recycled materials and pigments to create a strong, very durable surfacing material in a variety of beautiful colors. In addition to using recycled materials in the actual countertops, many companies that offer quartz products go far above and beyond the environmental guidelines for manufacturing.

These countertops would be a wonderful, natural looking addition to any green kitchen. They offer the look of granite or marble with a much reduced environmental impact in a wide range of colors.

Energy Star appliances: Although the program has been around for more than a decade, many companies only produce select products with the Energy Star seal.

Many products from light bulbs to televisions to washing machines can qualify for Local Woods: Frequently, when building a patio or even laying wood flooring, local New England wood such as pine, oak or maple is used in the process. Not only does using local wood significantly cut the fossil fuels burned in transporting the wood across the globe, but it can assure that the wood is managed sustainably as well. Local hardwoods can be harvested with devastating environmental impact, decimating the rainforests and hardwood forests in other parts of the world. Purchasing local woods helps the local economy as well as the environment.

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the Energy Star label. This guarantees that the products you use will save a certain amount of energy under average for whatever type of product you purchase. In recent years, the labeling system for Energy Star products has been called into doubt, however, so it is still best to do your homework before purchasing an appliance to make certain that it is as efficient as it claims.

Copper Sinks: When considering a sustainable material for sinks or plumbing fixtures, metal may not be the first thing

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tubs, or countertops. Copper is 100% recyclable, although

Concrete

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recycled copper as well.

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Copper sinks can be bought with a dark, light,

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Above: Raife Menold and Jimmy McNulty of Provincetown’s Jimmy’s Hideaway

Are you being served with Great Gay Attitude?

A Portrait of Our Community’s Restaurateurs and Bartenders

By David Olearcek 34 savoirflairmagazine

he hospitality industry has no doubt played an important role in the growth of many GLBT communities and helped in shaping the social stratum by which we survive. Evidenced in our proclivity to people, places and parties, it makes perfect sense that the food and beverage biz is most accountable for germinating gay gathering spots, overt or obscure, all over the map.

Certainly we’ve all waxed romantic with the notion of having our own place in which to loiter, treating our friends to cocktails, listening to great music in an enviable environment, enjoying everyday life. But the left-brain logic of owning a dining or drinking establishment leverages that lust for the leisure trade. It’s like deciding to marry—you have to put in a lot of time, energy and commitment to make it work over the long haul, and even then there’s plenty of tumult. There are however the intrepid few, as these venerable veterans exhibit, who with foresight, adventure, and ambition have made their mark through changing times socially, culturally, economically in an industry that’s now driven by the very ideology it worked to establish.

“I wanted to make money like everyone else, but it was a labor of love,” says Gina Bartolomucci, who opened Deville’s nightclub in Providence in 1989.

“People ask me all the time why I did it,” she divulged. “I just didn’t like what I had been doing.”

Bored with an inside sales job at an electronics firm, she was lamenting her plight one day after

work with a friend in a similar situation. What could they do to change their circumstances?

“We like to drink,” she said giggling. “So we decided to open a bar.”

That, and the fact that there was a lack of lesbian locations for the women of Rhode Island to congregate, is how Deville’s became Providence’s premier place for girls to gather for 17 years.

“My hope was that it would evolve into a gay bar,” Gina admits. And in 1989, during the pre-L Word and outed-Ellen era, it was “not an easy thing for women to do.”

There was no positive portrayal of the lesbian lifestyle to desensitize the public, so opening a bar to cater to a lesbian clientele was a dangerous prospect, Gina acknowledged. “I’d been physically threatened a few times over the years.”

Women were afraid to be seen in the bar, or even near the address. “They should have been,” said Gina. The threat of being harassed, even to the extent of losing one’s job, loomed large at the time.

Nor was there a media outlet in which to adver-

tise. “We didn’t have the internet back then, and with limited GLBT publications, it was hard to get the word out.” But Gina’s virgin venture, which started as a small café at 10 Davol Square in July of 1989, made gay bar glory

by September.

“Oh, we had our share of typical dyke drama,” Gina confessed.

“But when we’d close the bar, we’d have a drink, and laugh about it.”

After two moves (once for expansion, once for eminent domain), Deville’s closed its doors in 2006.

“If it hadn’t been for the relocation I’d still be at it,” said Gina.

“But it was worth it. I went out on top with a fond memory. It was the greatest part of my life.”

Jimmy McNulty, a disillusioned computer studies student at Boston’s Northeastern U., took a bartending course as a backup to his academia. Next thing he knew, he was thrown into the throngs of Tony times. He started pouring potables at the wildly popular Uncle Charlie’s Downtown in NYC’s Greenwich Vi l l a g e .

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The year was 1981, “back when everyone on Wall Street was making money hand over fist,” Jimmy remarked. “It’d be two-for-one, 5:30 on a weekday, and five deep at the bar.”

Appealing to a new generation of

Jimmy made this with-it watering hole his meal ticket for ten years.

After that, it was Provincetown.

The Lobster Pot (the Top of the Pot bar) bestowed upon Jimmy his drink dispensing distinction for another decade. “Year after

gay men, Uncle Charlie’s was one of the early gay bars to change the “scene” from seedy to chic and

year I kept seeing the same clientele,” Jimmy explained. “And they’d all say, ‘you should open

your own place.’” So he did, with his life (and now business) partner, Raife Menold.

And before you can say “where people meet and laughter follows” (their catchphrase) or look up apophenia (the experience of seeing connections in random or unrelated phenomena), Jimmy’s HideAway became one of Provincetown’s popular places to patronize. That was three years ago, and eleven years into Raife and Jimmy’s relationship.

“Eleven is our number,” Raife revealed when telling the tale of their takeoff. Early on, a trip the two took to New Zealand to meet Raife’s ex-wife resulted in a revelation. Being a sort of spiritual soul, she quickly noted the number 11 surrounding their circumstances. “It kept randomly appearing,” said Raife. “Like, we’d go out to eat and the check would come to $111.11.” So, it isn’t surprising they’d embarked on their prandial project after eleven years together.

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Pot,” Jimmy recounts. “Raife had been working in real estate at the time, and he said, ‘There’s a restaurant on the market you might be interested in.’”

So they dined out in the thenAsian eatery and toured the property the next day with the realtor.

“After that, I said to Jimmy, ‘So I guess I’m back in the restaurant business”, Raife recalled.

With fifty years of combined hospitality experience between them, “It’s the business we know,” said Raife. “There’s definitely a passion.” And by the way, the land tract number of 179 Commercial Street is 11-11 on the Provincetown Record of Deeds. Their phone number, 487-1011. Coincidence?

Now, on any given night, there’s a conglomeration of clientele mingling in the milieu. “A drag queen will be sitting next to a fisherman sitting next to a [straight] couple from Kansas,” Jimmy said.

“We’re lucky enough to be in a town that’s evolved, where gay is not an issue.”

“It doesn’t matter what kind of

place it is, people go where their friends go,” says Gary Staples about the shifting pattern of GLBT commerce. “Things are different now.”

Gary should know. He’s been a fixture at Fritz (at the Chandler Inn, 26 Chandler Street) in Boston for 23 of the 25 years the bar’s

been open. And even before that, he’d worked at the best of Boston’s boy-bar scene since the 70s: Chap’s, Buddies’, 1270.

Gary, whose brother introduced him to the business, learned it from the ground up. That is to say, from the door to the floor to the bar to the office. What he’s Continued on page 72

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Marriage with benefits?

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We’re not quite to the point where gay marriage is sweeping the country, but 16,000 Massachusetts couples certainly got the ball rolling, having celebrated the fifth anniversary of the momentous Supreme Judicial Court ruling on May 17th.

As of this writing, New York and New Jersey are moving toward marriage equality. Connecticut, Vermont, Iowa, New Hampshire and Maine have joined Massachusetts in permitting gay marriage (although equal marriage opponents are trying for another repeal vote in the Pine Tree State in November). In California, a federal lawsuit has been filed that seeks to overturn Proposition 8 and ultimately permit our marriages in all 50 states.

As you probably know, marriage provides heterosexual couples 1,138 protections and benefits including the following financial biggies: •Using the Family and Medical Leave Act to care for a seriously ill spouse •Being able to receive a deceased spouse’s Social Security benefit, if it’s higher than your own •Estate planning protections that allow a spouse to leave assets to the other spouse without having to pay income or estate taxes •Joint filing status and income tax deductions which can save couples money •Being able to receive family health insurance coverage from one’s employer without having to pay additional income taxes (imputed income) My spouse and I are very proud to be living in Cambridge, MA, the first city in the country to recognize gay marriage. And while we’ve experienced some of the matrimonial benefits at the state level, the big financial stuff we all really want, and deserve, is at the federal level. Topping the list is imputed income on health insurance benefits.

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ployer was a benefit that was never taxed. For employers, paying the ever increasing premium has always been a nice income tax deduction. Latest government figures estimate more than 253 million Americans have health insurance in the United States.

Roughly 70% get some, if not all, of their health insurance through work.

It’s been one of those “sacred cows” in American life.

Here’s how it’s different for lesbians or gays: if you get your health insurance through your beloved, your spouse/partner pays income tax on the value of your insurance premium.

The tax code calls it “imputed income” and it’s permitted because our marriages (and domestic partnerships) are not recognized by the federal and most state governments. A majority of states have passed Constitutional Amendments defining marriage as an act between one man and one woman.

The same was codified at the federal level in 1996 with the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA).

The actual amount of additional tax depends on the employee’s tax bracket. According to a 2007 report by the Center for American Progress, gay and lesbian employees who provide health insurance to their partner pay an average of $1,069 more in income tax every year than would a heterosexual couple with the same coverage. Because of this discrimination, our spouses also can’t take advantage of those cafeteria plans, where employees can use pre-tax dollars to cover co-pays and other healthcarerelated expenses: Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts.

Once a state recognizes gay marriage, employers should stop taxing the imputed income at that state’s tax rate.

But the taxation at the federal level (25%, 28%, 30%, etc.) will continue.

Attacking on Three Fronts Proving, once again, that our community can multi-task big time, there are several approaches underway now to change the practice of taxing imputed income of health insurance premiums. First, and most importantly, Gay & Lesbian

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Advocates and Defenders (GLAD) recently filed a lawsuit in Federal District Court in Boston to challenge Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act. Gill, et al v. Office of Personnel Management, et al, argues that legally married gays and lesbians should not be denied the benefits and protections provided by the federal government... benefits like those mentioned at the beginning of this column…. that are readily available to heterosexual married couples.

GLAD believes Section 3 violates the equal protection laws contained in the 5th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and that laws about marriage have always been the perview of the states. There are eight couples and three individuals who are the plaintiffs. Hats off to all of them, and especially GLAD, for continuing to push the envelope.

Secondly, there’s legislation in both houses of Congress to stop the taxation of imputed income. The Tax Equity for Domestic Partner and Health Plan Beneficiaries Act (S. 1556) and the House’s Tax Equity for Health Plan Beneficiaries Act (H.R.1820) were first introduced in 2007. If approved

by Congress and signed by the President, the taxation of health insurance benefits would be eliminated. It would also clarify federal law so that domestic partners and other non-spouses could participate in those pre-tax cafeteria plans. The bill does not require employers to provide health insurance for non-spouses. The current legislation was introduced by Sen. Gordon Smith (R-OR) and Rep. Jim McDermott (D-WA) and has 120 co-sponsors. Encourage your friends across the country to write their Senators and Congressperson to support these bills.

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Finally, you can encourage your employer to join the movement to stop imputed income and support equity in the workplace.

According to the Human Rights Coalition (HRC), 57% of Fortune 500 companies provide domestic partner benefits.

Increasingly, employers are joining the Business Coalition for Benefits Tax Equity because they want to attract and keep the best employees (that would be us). The more employers who join, the more clout our community will have to push through our agenda in Washington and individual states. Some of the companies in this coalition are: Levi Strauss & Co., Aetna, the American Benefits Council, Bausch & Lomb, Inc., Best Buy Co., Inc. CNA Insurance, The Dow Chemical Co., Ernst & Young, General Mills, Inc., Hewlett-Packard Co., IBM Corp., Intel Corp., Merck & Co., Microsoft Corp., Texas Instruments, and Verizon. It’s crucial that increasing numbers of employers step up and support marriage equality across the country. It’s also very important that all of us support our friends. The Obama Administration is making a big push to overhaul healthcare in the U.S. One way to pay for it, it’s been suggested, is a new tax on employerpaid health insurance benefits. In my opinion, this is not a good idea, since it would force millions of Americans to pay additional taxes and might cause many employers to eliminate health insurance as a benefit. We don’t want our heterosexual friends to pay more.

We want gays and lesbians to pay less.

Keep an eye on Congress.

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So, our battle for full equality will continue. Eliminating imputed income on health insurance premiums and guaranteeing equitable treatment for Social Security and other federal benefits will be a huge leap toward improving the financial security that we all deserve. t

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Northampton-based partners in work and life, Tom Malone and Peter Cabaniol of Rainbow Home Improvement. Tom and Peter truly understand renovation, from both a personal and business perspective!

“We met at gay/bisexual married men’s group in Hartford, CT,” explains Peter of the start of their relationship. “It was almost a year before we started dating.”

When they met, both Peter and Tom were in the latter stages of their heterosexual marriages, and at the beginning of the difficult coming out and divorce processes. “It was probably the most difficult time in our lives—the emotions were unbelievable. Tom and I supported each other constantly.”

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Tom and Peter connected immediately, and as their relationship deepened, they knew they were in it for the long haul. Many longterm couples can cite amazing similarities between the two of them, and Peter says they are no exception—they even have the exact same chipped tooth in the center of their smiles! “There are so many common traits between us. It’s amazing actually. There’s a connectivity that I’ve never felt with anyone else. We have similar stories, similar things that we went through. There’s a lot of commonality—not only hardships, but the things we enjoy doing all the time. I mean, that’s why we spend so much time together. People say, ‘It’s not natural!’ But it’s perfect.”

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from a Carey Martin poem entitled Soulmates. “Everyone was crying,” adds Peter. “It was absolutely beautiful.”

The business… Tom and Peter founded Rainbow Home Improvement in 2002. Peter has an extensive executive management background, while Tom has 20+ years’experience as a construction contractor. Together, they handle all sorts of home improvement projects, primarily in Western Massachusetts, for primarily gay clientele. Tom says word of mouth has brought them the majority of their business. Peter cannot imagine anything better than working with his spouse: “There’s so little strife... it leaves a lot of time for just enjoying life. We’re working, but we’re just enjoying life while we’re working. It’s like the only place we want to be is around each other, so we might as well work and make some money!” t

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824 Main St., Route 28, Falmouth, MA 02540 (800) 2554157, (508) 540-2500, e-mail: falinn@cape.com, www. falmouthinn.com. 123 air conditioned rooms with four HBO channels, indoor corridors to a heated pool and sauna, dining room and lounge. Open year round. Large screen Karaoke Fri. and Sat. evenings. Major credit cards accepted.

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Harborview Inn

71 Western Ave., Gloucester MA, (800)299-6696, (978)2832277, www.harborviewinn.com. Harborview is a romantic bed and breakfast overlooking Gloucester Harbor. Gloucester is America's Oldest Seaport. Sit by a warming fire in the Cape Ann Room where breakfast is served or in warmer weather take a seat on our porch and breath in the salt air. Whether you stay in the beautiful Gloucester Suite, a favorite of honeymooners that features a traditional wood burning fireplace or any of the other five rooms or suites, your stay at the Inn will be a memorial one.

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BRIDAL BOUTIQUE RHODE ISLAND Melissa Ashley Brides LTD.

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Catering

Catering Connecticut Barcelona, Restaurants and Events

Event Co-ordinators Kim Fox (203) 952 3355 & Maggie Brucker (203) 913 8844, www.barcelonawinebar. com. Locations and private rooms in New Haven, West Hartford, Greenwich, Norwalk, and Fairfield. Off-Premise Catering for up to 500, anywhere in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, and New Jersey. One of Zagat’s “America’s Top Restaurants,” Barcelona provides beautiful and fun-filled venues all over Connecticut, and brings award-winning catering to any location in New England or the Tri-State Area. From our famous Tapas and Grill parties to the finest Mediterranean banquets from our talented team of 50 chefs. Sample menus, photo gallery, at www. barcelonawinebar.com.

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Glorious goodies also extend from our own succulent truffles, bulging gift baskets, to Haribo gummy bears. A special 10% discount (not to be combined with any other discount or offer) for online ordering, by simply entering “pink” (without the quotes) in the coupon redemption box during checkout.

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(800)586-9451, Visit customdj.com, Custom Entertainment has always been a gay,lesbian, trans gender friendly company. With over twenty years of experience in weddings and events. We work with all kinds of music as well as specialty musicians to help in creating the right musical atmosphere. At Custom Entertainment We make Your event Custom to what You want!

Saybrook Point Inn and Spa

2 Bridge St., Old Saybrook, CT 06475, (800)52430212,Fax:(860)388-1504, www.saybrook.com, Email:info@saybrook.com. Saybrook Point Inn and Spa is a AAA Four-Diamond Inn situated on Long Island Sound and the mouth of the CT River. Gorgeous waterfront rooms, exceptional cuisine and gracious service are the hallmarks of the property. Full service spa, pools and seasonal outdoor dining. A perfect location for the wedding of your dreams or an intimate getaway.

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Booking Information Contact: Chris Humphrey 207-467-5310 78 Fletcher St. Kennebunk, Maine www.chrishumphreybigband.com

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Event Co-ordinators Kim Fox (203) 952 3355 & Maggie Brucker (203) 913 8844, www.barcelonawinebar. com. Locations and private rooms in New Haven, West Hartford, Greenwich, Norwalk, and Fairfield. Off-Premise Catering for up to 500, anywhere in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, and New Jersey. One of Zagat’s “America’s Top Restaurants,” Barcelona provides beautiful and fun-filled venues all over Connecticut, and brings award-winning catering to any location in New England or the Tri-State Area. From our famous Tapas and Grill parties to the finest Mediterranean banquets from our talented team of 50 chefs. Sample menus, photo gallery, at www. barcelonawinebar.com.

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FUNCTIONS W. MASSACHUSETTS Snow Farm

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5 Clary Rd. Williamsburg, MA 01096, (413) 268-3101, www.snowfarm.org, e-mail: info@snowfarm-art.org. From formal to casual, Snow Farm provides a beautiful space for your special occasion; with its rural nature and inspiring setting the romantic and festive tone of your event has already been set. Snow Farm’s talented chef will cater your event with an offering of three menu options to suit every budget. Using fresh local ingredients our chef creates deliciously unique and memorable meals. Our dining facility can accommodate up to 100 guests with additional lawn space for a tent. For reservation information contact Snow Farm at info@snowfarm-art. org or 413-268-3101.

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Inn at long lake

(207)693-6226, 15 Lake House Rd. Naples ME, www.innatlonglake.com, The romance and glamour inspired by Classic Hollywood & American music icons of the 1920’s-1930’s are here for you at Inn at Long Lake! The inn’s sixteen elegantly appointed guest rooms and common areas are the perfect backdrop for your next relaxing getaway, gathering, or special event. Located in the beautiful Western Maine’s Lakes and Mountains Region, 2-1/2 hours from Metro Boston. Open year round. Gay owned and operated. www.innatlonglake.com

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Officiants OFFICIANTS MASSACHUSETTS

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think Michael Urie is straight. But there I go digressing again. “Mulligans” also featured Thea Gill, who I remembered from “The L Word” (yes, I watched an episode or two, even though I haven’t been a lesbian for years) and Dan Payne, who played the father of David’s character’s best friend and who I may have remem-

bered from appearances on “Battlestar Galactica” and “Stargate Atlantis.” So I guess my point here is that, even though “Mulligans” would never win an Oscar, the script was good enough to attract some moderately-top talent and, even more importantly, it kept me awake for its 92 minutes.

I count on my colleague Loren McLeod for his expert opinions on films of this genre. Loren is an actor who has appeared in several films, albeit some of them…ahem, “erotic” in nature, as well as some more mainstream efforts. Loren said of “Mulligans” that “…the

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film script is generally strong, the direction steady and often inspired, and the cast is strong.” He wasn’t as enthusiastic about Charlie David. “Every other actor was pitch-perfect, which made David’s performance seem weaker.” Oh, pshaw, I say. But that’s what makes a ballgame, I guess (not that I know much, if anything, about ballgames).

In addition to writing reviews for my website, Loren is also, more importantly to him, an animal rights advocate and activist, working with the Superior Mutts no-kill Doggie Rescue in the great city of Orlando, FL (http://www. petfinder.com/shelters/FL500.html). He sends me the saddest stories and pics.

It makes me want to throw in a tearjerker movie. Gay-themed, of course. t

For over a decade, Mark Adams has been a fixture In Boston’s GLBT Media, writing extensively on film and video of interest to the community.

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Gary pointed out the changing bar culture; a different type of camaraderie and the scaling-down of the social scene.

“The number of gay bars in the city is shrinking,” he said. “There used to be about 50.” Now you can count them on two hands.

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Even the fundamental function of gay bars as cruise-oriented, pickup places has changed. “With the internet, and sites like Manhunt, you don’t even have to leave the house,” Gary said.

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“And, as part of the hotel, we get straight people for drinks or lunch.”

He estimated about 80 percent of the straight clientele are okay with it being a gay bar. “Though we don’t get a lot of women,” he said.

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Somewhere along, it stopped being French. Now, the only thing French is the name, it’s turned into an American bistro.

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“It’s very satisfying to see people eat the food we create, leave happy, and come back,” she said.

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John, the cook, and Jim, the gardener; the couple is a match made in epicurean heaven and their restaurant (64 Green Street), which they opened in 1990, represents the two men’s staid and serious attitude about food. Always very fresh, the kitchen uses locally grown produce (usually from their own garden) and organic sources for meat and cheeses, so the menu varies with the seasons.

With the food in the forefront, it was never billed as an entertainment venue, never mind gay. But clearly Jim and John are patrons of the arts, and not just those of the culinary bent. From funky wall

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Are you being served with Great Gay attitude? larger-than-life drag artist, Felicia (Michael) Warner, giving Sunday brunch more than a hint of gay waggishness.

The hospitality industry is synonymous with merry making. But the boundaries for the drinking and dining digs that service the GLBT community have expanded. A shift in priorities for their patrons has required a shift in the services they provide in order to prevail profitably. What does that mean for our favorite social venues? We’ll check in again in another, say, 20 years from now. Meanwhile, let’s thank the pros with the motivation, and the methods, that keep on giving us a gay ol’ time. t

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the Globe. She did everything short of giving me a seating chart. It was extremely helpful, and in retrospect, rather funny.”

It took only three years for Graham, who had since transferred to the Living/Arts department, to open up about herself.

“Coming out at work wasn’t really on my agenda. Being a black woman in Boston, I felt I already had enough to deal with, and frankly, I just wanted to do my job with as little friction as possible,” Graham said. “Certainly, some gay folks pegged me as gay early on, but I didn’t really come out until about 1991 when I wrote an essay about Tea Dance at the Boatslip in Provincetown, and especially a year later when I wrote an appreciation memorializing the great Audre Lorde.”

Graham’s 700-word story about the iconic author concluded: “Because of Audre Lorde, we–as African-Americans, as women, and as lesbians–will never again go gently into anyone’s damn good night.”

“My editor pulled me aside and asked if I really wanted to say “we,” since that would include me. And I said, “Sure, why not?” The piece ran as I wrote it, and the reaction was extraordinary. Al-

Our Media Icons though I never had any formal coming out conversations with bosses or co-workers, I kind of became staff lesbian after that. I even received a letter addressed to “Renee Graham, Staff Lesbian,” which I found hilarious.”

It wasn’t the only bizarre piece of mail she received: “I had one letter linking the G’s in Graham, Globe and Gay with such clever lunacy I had it up at my desk for years–but hey, at least they were reading my stuff.”

Graham, 47, left the Globe in 2005 and now serves as pop culture correspondent for WBUR and still writes freelance book reviews for the Globe; her Kay Longscope fulltime job is as a staff writer for Suffolk University Alumni Magazine.

Prior to Graham, the Globe’s only out reporter had been Kay Longcope, who started at the paper in 1970 as a religion writer but soon began to cover the fledgling gay political movement and also wrote many stories of interest to gay/lesbian readers while a member of the Living/Arts staff.

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ton reporters for their work in 1986, and when Barney Frank came out, he gave his first interview to Longcope because she was comfortable as the Globe’s first openly gay reporter, the paper said.

But even when Graham and Longcope decided to hold brunches for gay/lesbian Globe employees a few years later, the newsroom atmosphere still precluded openness.

“She knew a few people, I knew a few people who knew a few more people, and on it went. If we sent e-mails at all, they were pretty coded because not everyone was out at the time, and it seemed an awfully silly way to out someone,” said Graham.

Longcope left the Globe in 1992, and moved to her native Texas, where she founded the Texas Triangle, a newspaper geared toward the GLBT community. She succumbed to cancer in 2007 at the age of 69; in her honor, NLGJA established a $5,000 college scholarship in her name.

Longcope and Graham helped pave the way for younger Globe reporters, but whether to be out never was an option for Emily Sweeney, who has spent her entire career redefining a journalist’s personal style.

Sweeney’s look–her hair has been styled at various times as a mohawk, spiked up,

Our Media Icons or fade in a range of colors, and her attire has included bowties and caps–is far removed from the stereotype of a buttoneddown reporter.

“I guess I break the mold of what people picture a typical reporter* would look like,” said Sweeney, a Dorchester native who wears “DOT RAT” tattooed across her back. “Thankfully, the way I dress has never been a problem for me on the job.”

And while she has received nothing but positive feedback on her reporting from her colleagues, Sweeney, 33, has garnered some negative attention–an anonymous postcard from someone saying he didn’t understand “dykes,” and her 2006 inclusion on an antigay website for a story on shopping for a home with Lauralee Summers, who she married in 2006 as so noted by an announcement in the New York Times. “ Media propaganda: pushing the agenda in the real estate section–by hardcore activist Globe reporter ... But this isn’t really about real estate. It’s actually about normalizing lesbian “marriage.” Looking at the pictures, Emily is clearly the “man” of the house. she wears a butch haircut, man’s clothes, uses a hammer, and sports tattoos,” stated www.calltodecision.com.

Ironically, Sweeney is nothing if not the antithesis of an activist reporter.

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Diaz, either; he arrived at the Globe with a resume that included appearances on MTV’s “The Real World” as the boyfriend of Dan Renzi when the show was based in Miami.

“I was always being asked (in Miami) about the show and what went on. My homosexuality was embraced and celebrated. In fact, when Gianni Versace was killed by Andrew Cunanan in July 1997, the managing editors and news editors of The Miami Herald specifically asked me to work on the gay angles of the reporting because they knew I was gay, out and about, and that I could better navigate the gay club scene and community. I was a cub reporter then and the story was one of the highlights of my career,” he said.

In Boston, it’s been much of the same kind of success. Diaz covers television but also has written about the GLBT community, both for the Globe and as a fiction writer. His first novel, “Boston Boys Club,” was a huge hit and established a new genre of writing known as “Chico Lit.” Two more novels have followed.

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The streets of Provincetown feature

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become guesthouses and guesthouses

beachfront lot called Grozier Park was

was in Provincetown testing her “come-

change to condominiums. The past

next door, the site where The Boatslip

back” tour by singing at The Post Of-

few years have been witness to many

now sits. Residents gathered to picnic,

fice Cabaret. Florence Brown, George

Provincetown bed and breakfasts con-

sunbathe and watch fireworks while

Elmer’s widow, sold the Sandpiper in

verting into condominiums. The his-

165 Commercial Street towered on

1980 to the owners of The Boatslip,

toric Sandpiper Private Residence is

the hill.

a hotel that is directly next door. The

In 1918, renowned Provincetown

house was renamed The Sandpiper

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painter George Elmer Brown bought

Beach Club with significant renovation

Anne style home was built in 1890 as

the property. It is suspected that The

in the 1980’s to feature quality, water-

a single family residence and called

Sandpiper became a guesthouse at

front rooms and the name changed to.

the E.A. Todd house for many years.

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We were able to view the second floor home, purchased by Wayne Schmoyer in 2005.

The conversion of this house to condominiums was met with sadness among many in the community. However, the developer maintained the original curb appeal and the famous front porch. The condominium we visited reflects tasteful hints of the previous guesthouse yet embraces modern amenities. The entry, just off the front porch, has been set up as a library and office, a use perfectly suited for

A view from the deck at The Sandpiper Condominiums

the space. Stairs lead from the office

sphere and compliments the water

these decks. Part of the front porch

to a 1500 square foot three bedroom

views for the virtual wall of windows

is allocated as exclusive use space

home. Each room retains a feeling of

facing the bay. The bedrooms feature

where visitors can rest while watching

the home’s previous incarnation. The

en-suite bathrooms which showcase

passersby or parades on Commercial

kitchen, which overlooks Commer-

beautiful subway tile and gracious

Street.

cial Street, is exclusively finished in

fixtures that are reminiscent of the

While maintaining the charm of the

tile, granite and stainless appliances.

1920’s.

The large living and dining room is an

There is plenty of deck space over-

open floor plan, suitable for any sized

looking Cape Cod Bay offering fantas-

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The main house is by all means a showcase destined to be featured on “Historic Homes of America.� Upon entering from Commercial Street you are greeted by a welcoming site. A formal parlor is adorned with a mix of beautiful artwork and tasteful family photographs. A fireplace warms the atmosphere and compliments the 59 Commercial beach front house

Backyard brick patio

59 Commercial

2004. They embarked on a labor of

The picturesque West End is the set-

love to restore the property which was

ting for our final visit. Two spectacu-

in need of significant renovations.

lar Cape Cod homes rest on this wa-

They hired Deborah Paine to help

terfront property creating an intimate

design and execute the project. Per

compound that is absolutely precious.

Historic Commission guidelines, they

The main house is a historic Cape that

attempted to maintain some original

was floated from Long Point and the

components of the house. However, it

beachfront cottage was originally a

was in such a state of decay that the

fishing net storage house.

front door is the only original piece

The property served as the office

remaining. The renovations were so

for Center for Coastal Studies for 12

specific and attention paid to every

years before Tom Roberts and David

detail that one gets the sense of being

McChesney purchased the home in

in an impeccably maintained historic home.

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hand painted walls with scenes of early Provincetown.

The formal dining room is a perfect setting for a romantic candlelit dinner or a larger holiday feast. Again, the walls, hand painted with scenes of Provincetown will allow the mind to drift elsewhere if a convenient escape is needed. A gentle staircase ascends to the second floor where two well appointed bedrooms are situated for privacy.

The special details not only include tiled shelving in the master bathroom but also, the randomly placed wide

P r o v i ncet o wn P e r fect i o n planked hardwood floors were installed using period nails. The energy imprint is graciously inviting throughout this home and it is truly a special place to reside.

The kitchen, which is located on the main level is fitted with quality finishes and is open to a dining area embraced by windows which offer views of the carefully manicured garden and glimpses of the bay.

A cute, brick sidewalk leads from the main house to the cottage. Located on the bay, there are views that rival perfection. The windows which face the water allow sun to filter in and provide natural warmth. This simply perpetuates a relaxed environment.

The structure’s original use was as a storehouse for fishing nets which were being repaired.

This charmer was

constructed from driftwood and has been transformed into an amazing home. The current owners

Hand painted scenes of early Provincetown adorn the walls of this Commercial Street home

razed the property and rebuilt it due

fit within the confines of this beach-

to infestation and decay.

side oasis. A more casual way to enter

The compound itself is accessed by

is from the beach. A small gate leads

three entrances. There is a small white

from the sandy bay to a bluestone

picket gate off of Commercial Street

patio up to a small deck and into the

that opens to the front door. The side

cottage.

of the property houses a tall stockade

I took a moment while standing on the

fence which includes a gate that can

deck of the cottage to look out on the

be closed for complete privacy. Two

bay. Sounds of small waves kissing

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complete renovations kitchens • bathrooms • basements painting • repairs • carpentry masonry • concrete work plumbing & electrical • hvac & sprinkler systems sill & beam replacement structural engineering/work fire damage • waterproofing residential • commercial • lic & insured

since 1982

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Affordable Bathroom Remodeling Specialists bath

updates & remodels & fixture replacement & repairs tile & bathroom flooring new bathroom construction kitchens basements & more

mf tavares home repair & remodeling

Cloud 9 Productions

351 Pleasant Street #1, Northampton, MA 01060, (413) 584-0964. Call us and get to know us! We believe every event we DJ is unique, and that it’s important for you to feel happy about our service both before and after your event.

With our extensive experience and your ideas, your wedding or event should exceed your expectations; that is always our aim. Our six DJ’s are all professional, upbeat, responsive, and experienced. We take this job personally and we take pride in what we do, which means it’s very important to us that you’re happy. Karaoke, lighting, and innovative trivia contests are also available upon request.

Dry CleaningMA Clevergreen Cleaners

Beacon Hill: 109 Charles St., Boston, MA 02114, (617) 523-6925, Mon.-Fri. 7am-7pm, Sat. 8am-6pm, Sun. 12noon-5pm. Medford: 152-154 North St., Medford, MA 02155, (781) 306-9707, fax: (781) 306-9708, Mon.-Fri. 7am-7pm, Sat. 8am-6pm,Closed on Sunday.

27 Revere Beach Pky., Medford, MA 02155, (781) 306-9701, Mon.-Fri. 7am-8pm, Sat. 8am-6pm, Sun. 12noon-5pm. E-mail: Clevergreencln@aol.com, www. cleavergreenclean.com

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On & Gone Removal & Disposal Everything & Anything Goes Estates • Houses • Attics • Garages • Sheds • Appliances

617.759.2551

401-487-0739 free estimates licensed & insured

Eco-Friendly Commercial & Residential Contractors

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Go GREEN LLC

counselingMA

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15% off all new work booked!

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electricMA Coffey Electric Co.

(617) 435-0443, e-mail: darrksparrk@yahoo.com www. coffeyelectricco.com. Gladly attending to all of your electrical needs. Call us to experience responsive, efficient, neat, and clean service. We do it all, from pull chain replacement to complete service upgrades and everything in between. Insured and licensed in Ma. #10668B. Female owned and operated. Get wired.

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Residential & Commercial Generator Installations Lighting Design Power Distribution Security Systems

funeralSwestern ma

JB Johnson Funeral Home Pease and Gay Funeral Home www.peaseandgay.com

(617) 293-8059

Serving all Faiths & Nationalities

BLUE HILLS ELECTRICAL electricBOSTON NORTH

est.1970

complete electrical service

Serving Central & Northern New England licensed in NH, ME, & Vt.

Residential, Commercial, Industrial electrical work, new construction & renovations, green construction, and SMART homes.

603-524-6513 whitticommw@metrocast.net EXTERMINATORSNEW ENGLAND

the Mennis

Serving the community for over 70 years

F.J. Higgins

Funeral Home

(413) 584-0412 425 Prospect St. Northampton, MA

funeralScape cod

& Parkway Cremation Services Family Owned & Operated Since 1945

Commemoration of Life Services Compassionate and Caring Service Serving all faiths 4236 Washington Street, Roslindale Village

Fully licensed, bonded

D ennis

Cremation Services Available

617.445.8150 • 196 Warren St Roxbury, MA

whitticom electric

We are very willing and open to customizing our service packages to your particular needs and desires.

Pre-Need Planning

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Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Homes

Sandwich, 154 Route 6A, Sandwich, MA 02563, (508) 888-3511, Bourne 0 MacArthur Blvd. Bourne, MA 02532, (508) 759-3511, www.nickersonbournefuneralhome. com, Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Homes are dedicated to serving families with caring professional service. The tradition of service began in 1898 as the first funeral home on Cape Cod. We offer two locations with easy access to major roadways and cemeteries. Our staff of professionals is proud to offer you the Key Memories program that helps personalize each funeral service to the loved ones life. This website, will allow you to explore some of the many options we offer to you. Feel free to give us a call or if there is any way that we can be of service to you.

funeralSNH awarded

#1 in pest control technology in the country

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est 1985 in business for 24 years

“the king of pest control” total insect elimination termites • ants • bed bugs • ticks fleas • bees • mice • rats • bats skunks • squirrels • roaches raccoons • pigeons • birds pantry pests

Since 1874, Goodwin Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been providing individualized, attentive service to families in Manchester and the surrounding communities by creating meaningful tributes that honor life.

humane animal removal

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we proudly provide the families of merrimack and surrounding areas with the very best in personal and professional service. as a full-service funeral home, we are able to meet the need of every family we serve.

P.O. Box 86 425 D.W. Highway Merrimack, NH 03054

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Merrick R. Williams Funeral Home

530 Smithfield Ave., Pawtucket, RI, (401) 723-2042, www.merrickrwilliamsfh.com. Merrick R. Williams Funeral Home has been family owned and operated since 1945. We offer traditional services, cremation with services and direct cremation. Serving Pawtucket & surrounding areas since 1945.

handyman

solar power installer • plumbing electrical • remodeling • painting tiling trash removal • property management

GRANTSMA Robbins Funeral Home

licensed & insured

Boston Women’s Fund (BWF)

14 Beacon St., #805, Boston, MA 02108,www.bostonwomensfund.org or e-mail: info@bostonwomensfund. org. BWF funds social change organizations run by and for disenfranchised women and girls. The Fund also supports grantee organizations through technical assistance and networking forums. To donate or inquire about grant-making, call (617) 725-0035.

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Monahan, Drabble & Sherman Funeral Home BURIAL • CREMATION

We are proud to be a family-owned and operated funeral home

TRADITIONAL • NON-TRADITIONAL

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230 Waterman St., Providence RI

(401) 331-4592

mark russell, robert russel, roger osborne

(401) 231-9307

robbinsfuneralhome.com 2251 Mineral Spring Ave N. Providence, RI

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Gately Funeral Home Since 1889 the firm of Gately Funeral Home has been dedicated to providing the people of Melrose funeral services unsurpassed in quality and caring.

781.665.1949

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781.665.8320 (FAX)

79 West Foster St Melrose, MA 02176 Thomas Olson, Director • Louise Parent Olson, Manager

Stapleton Barry Holdredge FUNERAL SERVICES

401.461.5050 www.cranstonfunerals.com 684 Park Ave Cranston, RI Flexible services & choices blending traditional values with modern options.

www.linkpink.com

401.944.6460 | www.olsonparent.com 417 Plainfield Street Providence, Rhode Island

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Hardware–Jewelry Home Remodel ClassesBoston

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Your Neighborhood Hardware Stores Cleveland Circle Hardware 1920 Beacon St. Brighton, MA (617)734-6440

Pill Hardware 743 Mass. Ave. Cambridge, MA (617)876-8310

Interior Elements: Conceptual Design, Space Planning, Lighting, Color Palettes, Fabric & Leather Selections, Blinds, Custom Window Treatments, Wallcoverings, Flooring & Carpeting, Furniture Selections & Placement, Install & Delivery.

Warren Hardware 420 Tremont St. Boston, MA (617)426-7525

FREE Commercial Delivery Benjamin

Moore

Paints

Hardware

insuranceBoston

Exterior Elements: Color Palettes, Siding & Roofing, Lighting, Poolside, Patio & Outdoor Grilling, Driveway & Enclosure.

healthMA

(617) 686-2701 www.interiorsbypaulchaisson.com

MASS Bay Urology Dr. James C. Lin, M.D. 100 Highland Street #126 Milton, MA (617) 696-1826 2100 Dorchester Avenue #2206 Boston, MA (617) 296-2222 72 Sharp Street A-10. Hingham, MA (781) 337-6737

INSURANCE Watertown (617)923-9607

Arlington MA (781)643-7117

144 Main St.

1193 Mass Ave

CAMBRIDGE (617)876-0876

BELMONT (617)484-4600

1812 Mass Ave 63

Trapelo Rd

www.wtphelan.com • DavidRamsey@wtphelan.com

Cecil N. Marchionne

Insurance Agency, Inc.

marchionneins.com

Personal Auto • Home • Renters • Umbrella Watercraft • Condos Commercial Contractors • Retail • Offices Condo Associations 506 Main St., Medford, MA 781-391-7100 38 Main St.,Saugus, MA 781-233-6500 444 Main St., Woburn, MA 781-933-1300

interior designri Lifestyle Designs

264 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840, (401) 619-2900, www.lifestyledesignsri.com. Lifestyle Designs is your resource for home design. We will help transform your vision into reality with custom cabinetry, countertops, flooring, fixtures, fabrics & accessories. Our lines include Quality Custom Cabinetry, Crystal Cabinetry, Candlelight Cabinetry, Silestone, Zodiac, Cambria, Franke, Hansgrohe, Landgon Mills, Robert Allen, Stroheim, Hunter Douglas, Michael Aram, Julia Knight & many more. Let us design your space to suit your lifestyle! From floor plan to finished room, our service is unsurpassed.

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KYLIGHT

JEWELERS

800 952 1538 617 426 0521

skylightjewelers.com

heatingMA

44 School St., Boston Your Full Service Neighborhood Agency

AUTO • HOME • LIFE CONDO • APARTMENT

We Are Truly Your Local Oil Dealer.

Our independence gives us more options, and for that very reason we have researched several methods to make your home or business more energy-efficient.

617-964-8383

Toll Free: (866) 964-8383 jamesdevaneyfuel.com

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617-522-6241 FAX 617-522-9696

TUFTS HEALTH PLAN

www.tuftshealthplan.com. Covering families for 25 years.

Please visit tuftshealthplan.com for more information.

1815 Mass Ave. Cambridge

kittyhaasjewelry.com 617-661-4191

Jewelry–Masonry jewelryWestern MA

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MASONRYBOSTON

Polis Legal (978)549-3124 www.polislegal.com Specialists in same sex couples estate planning Polis helps protect your assets and your fmaily.

Don’t put it off any longer - contact us now!

LOCKSMITHSBOSTON A.S.A.P. Lock and key

142 A South St., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (617) 9832007, Fax: (617) 325-0822. Bonded, insured, Member ALOA. Locks, safes, sales and service. High security systems, Master key systems, Residential, Commercial and Auto. 24 hour emergency service.

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Barbara J. Macy Real Estate • Family Law • General practice of law

More than 20 years serving the gay/lesbian community. bjm@macwein.com

(617) 720-4005

John Kupris, Attorney at Law

47 Winter St., Boston, MA 02108, (617) 350-3084, Fax: (617) 451-3413, e-mail: johnfkupris@yahoo.com. A full service law firm.

legalwestern mA Attorney Mary E. Gallant The Law Offices of Patricia M. Hebert, PC.

Divorce • Modifications • Custody Child Support • Same Sex Couples Juvenile Law • Criminal Defense

masonry restoration & waterproofing over 25 years of experience in the boston area we specialize in the restoration of masonry facades

waterproofing • basement repairs repointing • repairs

617-839-8013 617-783-3951 www.coughlanmasonry.com licensed and insured

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legalboston

Attorney at Law

coughlan inc.

A Lawyer for Our Community...

Mary Notaris A tt o rn e y at l a w

Mary Notaris, Esq

Justice of the Peace

45 STILES ROAD, UNIT 104

SALEM, NH 03079

(603)898-6954 • FAX (603)898-5210 • mnotaris@notarislaw.com Available for Civil Union Ceremonies and Marriages.

A full service general law practice catering to your personal and professional needs.

Admitted to Practice in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine.

John Lombardi Law Associates, P.C. Attorneys at Law

Personal Injury • Probate Matters • Estate Planning Civil Litigation • Real Estate • Workers Compensation Family Law • Criminal Law

Estate Planning • Guardianships • Adoptions

401-453-3900 • FAX: 401-453-3920 • www.lflawri.com 413-562-1700 • attorneymarygallant.com

225 Broadway Providence, R.I.

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Moving–Pets PAINTERSBOSTON

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Safety, love & kindness Or we can come to your front door to groom your babies please call 781-901-6595 for appt

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fully insured • residential • pianos • antiques packing • boxes available appliance removel and disposal

978-420-5739

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interior & exterior specialists residential • commercial brush • roll • spray renovations • carpentry • repairs fire • water • smoke damage • waterproofing apartment turnover • paint & clean licensed & insured • since 1982

www.sbacontractors.com brighton ma | (617)783-4400 lovely pets

69 Parkingway, Quincy, MA, (617) 786-1898, www. lovelypets.com. We stock a wide range of aquatic equipment & foods from various manufacturers. If you are a seasoned hobbyist, or setting up your very first tank, we have the fish, equipment.

Michael P.since McCarthy INC. 1973 USDOT Lic. # 13626773 ICCNC Lic. # 521972 DTE Lic. # 31179

Fine interior painting • Exterior finishes paint or stain • Faux finishes Wallpaper removal • Wallpaper install • Drywall patching & repairs Historical restoration • Plaster repair

617-930-6650 www.mpmpainter.com

Bratttle Square Optical 40 Brattle Street Cambridge, MA (617) 547-3310

M-Th 10AM - 7PM Fri 10AM - 5PM Sat 10AM - 4PM

taylor and sons moving 401-941-4665

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We Specialize in moving pets for families who are relocating and are seeking pet relocating services within the northeast and mid Atlantic region.

781-974-3889

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LA MUSE

people and pet photography www.lamusephoto.com 617.308.3471

City Plumbing & Heating

23 Towne Way Marshfield, Ma.

www.onepawatatime.com cherie@onepawatatime.com

PLUMBINGBOSTON

physical therapyBoston

Plumbing Problems?

City Plumbing has the solution.

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Residential & Commercial

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Large Training/Meeting Hall Available Obedience/Conformation & Club Gatherings Guided Tours Available

24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE

(781) 767- 5666

191 Ten Rod Rd (Rt. 102) PO Box 74 Exeter, RI

(401)294-3247

pianoMA

www.delmyra.com

real estateboston CHARLESBANK GARDEN APARTMENTS

pets AQUARIUMMA Tropic Isle Aquarium

4 Pierce St., Framingham MA (508) 875-5303, www. tropicisleaquarium.com. We are the largest exclusive fish store in New England. Huge selection of marine, freshwater, tropical fish, African cichlids and Oriental. Use the ad in this book as a coupon and get 15% off contents of complete aquarium set up, plus 5% of cost of set up in saltwater fish or 10% in fresh water fish.

pets BOUTIQUEBOSTON

Hot Water Heaters Kitchen/Bath Remodeling Free Consultation

1-877-PIANO-23 www.absolute-piano.com

plumbingWEstern MA

Richard Watling

56 Charles River Rd., Waltham, MA 02453, (888) 593-5044, e-mail: cgardapt@rcn.com.

2 BR luxury apartment complex on the Banks of the Charles River. Walk to train. 5 minutes to Mass Pike and 128/95.

Insight Realty Group Kris MacDonald

1427 Centre St., Roslindale, MA 02131 (617) 323-2300, Fax: (617) 323-5504, www.insightrealtygroup.com, e-mail: kris@insightrealtygroup.com. Over 10 years experience marketing and selling property in the Greater Boston area. I would be happy to assist you buying or selling a home. Your new home is just a click away at www. insightrealtygroup.com!

Plumbing & Heating

Plumbing, Heating Drain Cleaning

real estatecape cod real estate • vacation rentals • waterfront homes and land for sale

413-320-7442

129 Riverbank Rd Northampton, MA

www.richardwatlingplumbingndheating.com

Wellfleet, Truro & Eastham www.capecodrealty.net • 508-349-2245

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Coldwell Banker, Denise M. Mancini

458 Putnam Pike, Greenville, RI 02828 (401) 349-6042.

Knowledge and experience you can count on! Free market analysis. Rhode Island and Massachusetts licensed Realtor.

Denise M. Mancini your full time Realtor for over a decade. A certified real estate appraiser.

Elliot Sewing Machine Co. 327 W. Broadway South Boston, MA

(617) 268-5667

real estatefl Tony Branch, MBA, ASP Realtor EARNEST REALTY, INC.

Office: (727) 323-1706, Cell: (727) 460-7887, www.gayseniorstpete.com, e-mail: tony@gayseniorstpete.com. My partner wanted to spend our more mature years in a balmy climate around white sandy beaches with warm ocean water. We also desired a laidback but urbane environment, but all with a comparatively low cost of living. After searching the entire country, we settled on St. Pete and never looked back. I focus on the specific needs of my senior or soon-to-be retired clients. Whether you prefer a cottage in the gay-friendly historic Kenwood neighborhood of central St. Pete, or a villa in the nation’s first gay retirement community (15 miles south of St. Pete), I’ll find the right place for you.

To find out more about St. Pete as a wonderful place to live and play, go to: www.gayseniorstpete.com

All the accessories for your sewing needs

SPASNEW ENGLAND

tent/partyNEWENGLAND Access Tent

(800)-244-TENT, Local: (781) 937-9555, www.accesstent.com, For more than 19 years, our goal has been to ensure the complete satisfaction of every customer. Established in 1989, we have gained the experience of being able to provide nearly any type of tent that you require. However, if you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for here, please contact us and we will do everything we can to satisfy your needs., We Provide Sales and rentals of tents, tables, chairs, dance floors, lighting, delivery and setup as well as last minute orders.

ticketsMA

east coast ticket

concer ts • theatre • nascar nhl mlb • nba • ncaa

617-292-9944

www.eastcoastticket.com

VeterinariansMA

restaurantsCape Cod

Boston Veterinary Associates, Inc.

East Boston Animal Hospital, 1007 Saratoga St., East Boston, (617) 567-0101, Fax: (617) 567-0110, South Boston Animal Hospital, 659 East Broadway, South Boston, (617) 269-0610, fax: (617) 269–0016, www.BostonVet. com. Boston Veterinary Associates has been providing quality personal and professional compassionate care for your pet for over 20 years. Our staff is dedicated to your pet’s health. Our full medical care includes vaccinations, x-rays, dental care, a full surgical suite, in-house diagnostic laboratory and pharmacy, preventative care, prescription diets, grooming and an on-site boarding facility. Hours are Mon-Sat by appt.

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MASHPEE COMMONS 508 • 477 • 5929

roofingMA

jayco roofing & siding professional

TREE SERVICEMA, CT

roofing • siding • windows doors skylights • new constructions

617-799-2989 securityMA AARMCO

Security & Telecommunications

Burglar & Fire Alarm Protection Commercial/Residential Access Control Surveillance Cell: 781.760.0102, 24 Hr Monitoring 877.933.1700, Burglar & Fire

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401•276•2828 508•399•7773

24 hour emergency service

www.linkpink.com • complete tree stump removal service • certified arborist • dangerous trees a specialty • storm damaged trees • backhoe service • bucket & crane service • ornamental nursery services • pruning • quality workmanship • landscape design and instillation licensed • insured

John H. Kelleher

CPA, Attorney at Law

Know Your Rights!

Tax Problems Divorce Matters Child Custody 617-451-9720 137 South St., Suite 3 Boston, MA Kelleher@wwct.com

www.wwct.com

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The Scranton Seahorse Inn Located in the heart of the village of Madison on the Connecticut shoreline. Close to spectacular beaches, charming boutiques, elegant restaurants and outlet shopping. The Scranton Seahorse Inn offers its guests luxurious newly appointed accommodations along with the charm and ambiance of a historic New England homestead. Whether you are in town for a relaxing getaway, business trip, or a fun-filled adventure, let us become your home away from home. Discover our seven guest rooms, each with private bath, cable TV, state of the art heat and air conditioning and internet access. Our deluxe first floor suite includes a charming fireplace in addition to a rain shower Jacuzzi.

The Scranton Seahorse Inn is Connecticut Shoreline’s newest gay-friendly, gay-owned and operated accommodation. Pastry Chef Michael Hafford and partner of 10 years Bill Speed look forward to welcoming you to their beautiful inn. Each day starts with freshly baked pastries and a full gourmet breakfast made with fresh and local ingredients including many from our own gardens. Our beautiful grounds include a big porch and a gazebo making the inn the perfect location for wedding ceremonies, intimate receptions and cocktail parties. We are a pet friendly and family friend inn. Come see for yourself why we were selected as a winner in the 2007 Shoreline Newspaper Comfiest Bed and Breakfast category and Best Bed & Breakfast by the New Haven Advocate 2008 Readers Poll.

Scranton Seahorse Inn (203) 245 0550 • (203) 823 8599 818 Boston Post Rd. Madison, CT, USA

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