Metrosource NY August/September 2017

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017 METROSOURCE NY

METROSOURCE

JEREMIAH BRENT REDESIGNS LIVES

LGBT PARENTS GETTING SCHOOLED RUFSKIN IS THIS GAY CLOTHING?

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017 DESIGN

Something is brewing...

METROESPRESSO Get your weekly jolt of...

- can’t-miss upcoming events - exclusives you won’t find in print - hot pop culture updates and more Sign up now to give your inbox a perk at metrosource.com/subscribe

DEPARTMENTS THE DESIGN ISSUE

42

CULTURE 6 METROSCOPE Don’t miss Green Day on stage, James Franco on HBO, and James Van Der Beek as a part-gay DJ. All that and more ... in scope!

15 BOOKS Fashion fails and successes.

THIS PAGE: PHOTO COURTESY TLC/PEGGY SIROTA

22 TECH Futuristic self-expression.

24 SCREEN A social media stalker, a young man on the prowl and Tom of Finland’s rise.

28 MUSIC The Cranberries, Beth Ditto and Mary J. Blige return with new points of view.

COVER PHOTO BRITTANY AMBRIDGE

58 AUTO FOCUS Five cars serving good design.

BODY 17 METRO HIV Jerry Mitchell on creating a smash hit fundraiser and his next Pretty big project.

52 HEALTH A wellness trend that is giving Mandy Moore and Lisa Vanderpump chills.

VIEWS 30 DIARY Wade won’t change his style — no matter what celeb he’s mistaken for!

32 POV Kevin learns design can be a dangerous weapon in the fight for territory.

96 LAST CALL

Alexis Michelle spills her Drag Race tea..

EXCLUSIVELY NY 65 NY SCOPE See the LGBT Expo, eat Restaurant Week and go Gaga.

68 HOTSHOPS Sweat it out at Limelight.

70 METROMONY Windy city weddings, online resources and equality news.

74 BAR SOURCE Where to drink up…

76 RESTAURANT BITES …and chow down.

78 BUSINESS DIRECTORY Businesses that cater to the LGBT community.

92 COMMUNITY RESOURCES Organizations and resources for NYC’s LGBTs.

CONTENTS

August/September 2017 | VOLUME 28, NO. 4

16

The men of London look simply smashing.

34 DOES THIS LOOK GAY? AS THE FOUNDERS OF CLOTHING BRAND

Rufskin celebrate its 15th anniversary, they reveal the secrets of balancing their business and romantic relationship — and how it affects their clothes.

38 LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS AS PARENTING BECOMES EVER MORE

42 JEREMIAH BRENT OUR COVER GUY TRACES HIS CAREER

from working in fashion with Rachel Zoe to discovering his passion: saving homeowners in renovation crises with husband Nate Berkus.

60 NEW YORK STATE OF MIND FORTY YEARS AFTER THE RELEASE OF THE

“I Love NY” campaign, we look for reasons to love New York’s art and architecture, gourmet scene and great scenery, all beyond the lights of NYC.

PHOTO BY JONATHAN DANIEL PRYCE FROM LONDON SARTORIAL.

common in our community, we talk to parents about how they address the unique challenges of educating a child raised in an LGBTQ home.

PUBLISHER’S LETTER

Renovation Education ON NATE AND JEREMIAH BY DESIGN, THIS ISSUE’S COVER GUY JEREMIAH BRENT helps rescue homeowners who have gotten in over their heads when it comes to home renovations. As someone who has been through two major renovations, I can tell you: it involves a ton of tough decision-making, more time and money than you ever intended to spend, and plenty of lessons learned.

My first experience came in 2007 when I set out to remodel my home in Los Angeles. A positive part of the experience for me was working with professionals who made sure that I not only stayed an integral part of the process but also that I felt the design decisions were mine. That said, there were times when I may have taken a professional‘s recommendations a little too readily: purchasing from design showrooms and ending up with products that were not ideal. For example, I purchased beautiful natural stone for the kitchen countertop. What I didn’t realize at the time was that the stone is extremely porous and would end up showing wear, stains and chips after just a few years. However, I was mostly very pleased with the results and continued to enjoy my home until three years later when business called me back to New York.

Coming back to NYC, I realized that the situation at my apartment — which had already been in need of renovation when I left six years earlier — was dire. Laminate was peeling. Paint needed freshening. But when it came making the transformation this time around, I set out with the benefit of the many things I’d learned from the earlier renovation. I did a lot of shopping online and felt I got a great balance of quality and price. And I chose a synthetic material (Caesarstone) for my countertops which still looks brand new and gorgeous six years later, Did I make mistakes the second time around just the same? I certainly did. But I felt like I was getting better at it.

With both of these improvement projects, I’ve learned new things that will help me the next time around — from ways to seek out more cost-effective solutions to when it’s important to second guess an architect. And though I imagine that I’ll continue to make mistakes with future projects, I also value what I’ve learned as part of the process.

The reality for me is that — although I’ve never thought of myself as much of a designer — it’s worth the effort to make the place I live feel like my own. When I look around every day, it’s important to me to see not only a home that looks good but also one that reflects me, the decisions I’ve made, the time I invested in the process and the many lessons learned along the way.

■

METROPOLL: NEW TUNES? THIS YEAR, OUT MUSICIAN MARK AARON JAMES RELEASED AN ALBUM,

MARK AARON JAMES BY JOSEPH O’NEILL

— My Mighty MAJick Stick — which was billed as “the first album to

only be physically distributed via USB stick.”This got us to thinking: in an era when most people get their music digitally, where are you discovering new songs and artists? Do you keep an ear on what friends listen to on Spotify? Are you letting Pandora toss up recommendations based on what you’ve given the thumbs up? Do you find find new gems by following YouTube down the rabbit hole of what’s “Up Next”? Or has iTunes “Genius” offered you any stimulating recommendations? We want to know about the music that you think more Metrosource readers should hear — and how you discovered it. Share it by tweeting with #MetroMusicDiscovery to us @MetrosourceMag, and learn more about Mark’s album at markaaronjames.com.

■

Mark Aaron James

EDITOR’S LETTER

Made for Walking?

THERE’S SOMETHING ROMANTIC ABOUT THE IDEA OF BRIDGES. LIKE MOST GREAT RELATIONSHIP STORIES,

they are essentially about overcoming obstacles to bring people together. Recently over dinner one of my best gal pals Meggan expressed dismay that I had not yet made time to cross the Brooklyn Bridge, and I assured her that it was on my to-do list. But then something happened.

My fiance Justin and I had rented a car to visit my family in New Jersey. When we picked it up, I noticed a strange chemical odor, but it dissipated as we began our drive, and by the time we reached my grandmother’s house, I had all but forgotten it. Our gathering was small but sweet and — other than my mom inadvertently knocking over a cup of coffee on me — more or less uneventful: Brunch eaten. Gifts given. Hugs exchanged. Before long, we were headed home to NYC by way of another notable river crossing: the George Washington Bridge (GWB).

As we approached the bridge, an ungodly noise began coming from underneath the hood. It was so piercing and irregular that our first concern was some animal had become trapped in the car’s machinery. The chemical smell I’d noticed earlier returned — much stronger, and as acrid smoke began to pour out from under the hood, we were faced with either driving onto the bridge in a car that seemed in imminent danger of breaking down or attempting to find a place to stop in the midst of nine lanes of traffic. We made our way to a narrow median dividing the flow of vehicles. A passing motorist pointed to a pool of fluid spreading beneath the car: “Looks like you sprung a leak!”

We tried to remain calm as authorities guided us off the bridge approach, and we waited for the rental car company agreed to send a tow truck. Then we faced a new problem: no car service was willing to navigate the snarl of traffic to pick us up; nor was there any public transportation evident.

We debated our options as we waited out a series of thunderstorms and ultimately reached the conclusion that next time there was a break in the rain, we’d have to walk across the bridge.

Having crossed the GWB many times in a car, I had often wondered what it would be like to do so on foot — to have time to enjoy the splendor of the Hudson River rolling majestically beneath me.

And with the recent talk of friends enjoying leisurely strolls across the Brooklyn Bridge, I assumed this experience would be equally picturesque and lovely.

It was not.

Those who dare to traverse the GWB outside of an auto share a narrow strip at the bridge’s southern edge — along with all bicyclists and others on foot headed in both directions. Only a waist-high guard separated us from a several hundred foot plummet. Something deep inside of me clenched with a sudden and unexpected fear. I kept trying to turn back to check on Justin, but it gave me a wave of vertigo. Finally, I managed to shout,“I’m going to need to concentrate on this.” I couldn’t quite hear his reply over the wind — each gust of which felt like it was intent on picking me up by the scarf and hurling me over the edge. And as I navigated around the brave few who dared to stop for mid-bridge selfies, I couldn’t help but think: “You’ve got to be kidding me.”

Long after we’d reached the other side, I couldn’t escape the feeling that I was in danger of falling. I grabbed Justin’s arm as my heart continued to beat a rhythm of alarm, and apologized profusely for not being able to turn around and check on him more often. Sweetly, he understood and said that he had been watching me the entire time. It may not have been the kind of romantic bridge crossing Meggan had promised, but — in a way — there was a romance in facing the series of unfortunate events: it gave us another chance to prove that we could survive unexpected calamities together. However, as for the Brooklyn Bridge, no matter how beautiful it is nor how much more pedestrian friendly its design, I’ll need a while before walking across anything higher than the curb.

Tweet us @MetrosourceMag about surviving scary circumstances with someone you love.

■

4

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

PUBLISHER Rob Davis ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Evelyn Vayner EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Paul Hagen CREATIVE DIRECTOR Gayle Van Wely ASSOCIATE EDITOR Kevin Phinney SENIOR DESIGNER Jayson Mena SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER Chris Rivera COPY EDITOR Kevin Phinney PROOFREADER Barbara Mele CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Matt Gross, Madison Gulbin,

Jeffrey James Keyes, Scott Kramer, Christopher Lisotta, Terence O’Brien, Kevin Phinney, Jonathan Roche, Eric Rosen, Wade Rouse, Jeff Simmons, Megan Venzin, Casey Williams ADMINISTRATION Luswin Cote INTERN Madison Gulbin

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER David Miller GENERAL MANAGER Thomas K. Hanlon DIRECTOR | OPERATIONS MGT Ray Winn DIRECTOR | ORDER Heather Gambaro MANAGEMENT MANAGER | ADMINISTRATION Erin Jordan MANAGERS | OPERATIONS Ray Guedez, Leonard Porter, MANAGEMENT Christopher Regalado MANAGER | PUBLISHING & Barbara Byrd MARKETING CONTROLLER David Friedman DIRECTOR | CREDIT & COLLECTIONS MANAGEMENT Elizabeth Teagarden MANAGERS | CREDIT & Rosa Meinhoffer, Diedra Smith COLLECTIONS For national advertising inquiries, call: 212-691-5127.

Subscriptions: One year (6 issues): $19.95; 12 issues: $34.95.

Reproduction of any article, listing or advertisement without the written permission of the publisher is strictly prohibited. The people, businesses and organizations appearing in Metrosource are supportive of the gay community. Mention of any person, business or organization is not a reflection of their sexual orientation. ©2017 Davler Media Group LLC. All rights reserved. Metrosource is a registered trademark of Davler Media Group LLC. Printed in the USA.

Metrosource Davler Media Group 498 7th Ave., 10th Floor New York, NY 10018 212-691-5127 metrosource.com

hot el an d v i l l a s

LEGENDARY NI GHTS BEGIN AT SUNSET 1200 ALTA LOMA ROAD

WEST HOLLYWOOD

CALIFORNIA

90069

800.858.9758

SUNSETMARQUIS.COM

METROSCOPE METROSCOPE

1} ART BEAT

COUNTER SERVICE AN EXHIBITION OF HANDMADE FASHION MEANT TO cap-

ture the Age of Aquarius is lighting up NYC’s museum of Art and Design (MAD) now through August 20. It’s called Counter-Couture: Handmade Fashion in an American Counterculture. Popularly known as the “hippie movement,” the counterculture of the 1960s and ‘70s stood in stark contrast to the conformity of previous decades and gave rise to philosophies and aesthet-

THIS PAGE: KAISIK WONG PHOTO COURTESY JERRY WAINWRIGHT 1974

ics that continue to reverberate today. Its core values included the rejection of materialism, the protest of war and the embrace of civil rights for people regardless of race, gender and sexual orientation. These values are reflected in the wildly individual styles displayed in Counter-Couture’s garments and accessories.

Celebrating its 60th Anniversary this year, MAD has long been a been a champion of artists across a variety of creative fields. madmuseum.org

IN SCOPE: GREEN DAY  JAMES FRANCO  JAMES VAN DER BEEK  STEPHEN COLBERT  MADONNA  MORE…

00 6

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017 2014

METROSOURCE.COM

2} INK SPOTTED

CROWN UP

This Page: Ru Paul’s dRag Race book jackeT couRTesy of bRennan & gudelunas • soundwave TaTToo image couRTesy of skinmoTion

RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE AND THE

Shifting Visibility of Drag Culture bills itself as the first book to explore the phenomenon of Ru’s ultimate drag pageant from a global perspective. Edited by Niall Brennan and David Gudelunas, the book offers critical perspectives on both the program and its relationship to surrounding questions of LGBTQ culture. Brennan and Gudelunas (both professors of communications) work to analyze the ways in which the series has helped reshape perceptions of drag and reality television both here in the United States and around the globe. Its contributing authors include people who have worked closely with some of the show’s most famous finalists and their writing addresses how drag intersects with complex issues such as race, ethnicity and body image. palgrave.com

3} LISTEN UP

SEE HEAR MANY TURN TO TATTOOS AS A WAY

to keep a treasured memory close; now they can do so through audio. Soundwave Tattoos by Skin Motion allow you to capture a recorded sound as a tattoo. You start by uploading the recording via their app or website, which creates a Soundwave image you can bring to any licensed tattoo artist and have inked. Sync a photo of the finished product with the original audio recording, and you’ll be able to point your phone’s camera at the tattoo and “play” it any time you want. Record anything from the voice of a loved one to the bark of pet, and you’ll be a tat away from never leaving home without it. skinmotion.com

2

Has Drag Race changed what it means to be queen?

3

There’s more to this tattoo than meets the eye.

YOU MATTER AND SO DOES YOUR HEALTH

That’s why starting and staying on HIV-1 treatment is so important.

WHAT IS DESCOVY®?

DESCOVY is a prescription medicine that is used together with other HIV-1 medicines to treat HIV-1 in people 12 years and older. DESCOVY is not for use to help reduce the risk of getting HIV-1 infection.

DESCOVY combines 2 medicines into 1 pill taken once a day. Because DESCOVY by itself is not a complete treatment for HIV-1, it must be used together with other HIV-1 medicines.

DESCOVY does not cure HIV-1 infection or AIDS. To control HIV-1 infection and decrease HIV-related illnesses, you must keep taking DESCOVY. Ask your healthcare provider if you have questions about how to reduce the risk of passing HIV-1 to others. Always practice safer sex and use condoms to lower the chance of sexual contact with body fluids. Never reuse or share needles or other items that have body fluids on them.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

What is the most important information I should know about DESCOVY? DESCOVY may cause serious side effects: • Worsening of hepatitis B (HBV) infection. DESCOVY is not approved to treat HBV. If you have both HIV-1 and HBV and stop taking DESCOVY, your HBV may suddenly get worse. Do not stop taking DESCOVY without first talking to your healthcare provider, as they will need to monitor your health.

What are the other possible side effects of DESCOVY? Serious side effects of DESCOVY may also include: • Changes in your immune system. Your immune system may get stronger and begin to fight infections.

Tell your healthcare provider if you have any new symptoms after you start taking DESCOVY. • Kidney problems, including kidney failure. Your healthcare provider should do blood and urine tests to check your kidneys. Your healthcare provider may tell you to stop taking DESCOVY if you develop new or worse kidney problems.

• Too much lactic acid in your blood (lactic acidosis), which is a serious but rare medical emergency that can lead to death. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get these symptoms: weakness or being

more tired than usual, unusual muscle pain, being short of breath or fast breathing, stomach pain with nausea and vomiting, cold or blue hands and feet, feel dizzy or lightheaded, or a fast or abnormal heartbeat.

• Severe liver problems, which in rare cases can lead to death. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get these symptoms: skin or the white part of your eyes turns yellow, dark “tea-colored” urine, light-colored stools, loss of appetite for several days or longer, nausea, or stomach-area pain.

• Bone problems, such as bone pain, softening, or thinning, which may lead to fractures. Your healthcare provider may do tests to check your bones.

The most common side effect of DESCOVY is nausea.

Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effects that bother you or don’t go away.

What should I tell my healthcare provider before taking DESCOVY? • All your health problems. Be sure to tell your healthcare provider if you have or have had any kidney, bone, or liver problems, including hepatitis virus infection.

• All the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Other medicines may affect how DESCOVY works. Keep a list of all your medicines and show it to your healthcare provider and pharmacist.

Ask your healthcare provider if it is safe to take DESCOVY with all of your other medicines.

• If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known if DESCOVY can harm your unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider if you become pregnant while taking DESCOVY. • If you are breastfeeding (nursing) or plan to breastfeed. Do not breastfeed. HIV-1 can be passed to the baby in breast milk.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Please see Important Facts about DESCOVY, including important warnings, on the following page.

Ask your healthcare provider if an HIV-1 treatment that contains DESCOVY® is right for you.

IMPORTANT FACTS

This is only a brief summary of important information about DESCOVY and does not replace talking to your healthcare provider about your condition and your treatment. ®

(des-KOH-vee) MOST IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT DESCOVY

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF DESCOVY

DESCOVY may cause serious side effects, including: • Worsening of hepatitis B (HBV) infection. DESCOVY is not approved to treat HBV. If you have both HIV-1 and HBV, your HBV may suddenly get worse if you stop taking DESCOVY. Do not stop taking DESCOVY without first talking to your healthcare provider, as they will need to check your health regularly for several months.

DESCOVY can cause serious side effects, including: • Those in the “Most Important Information About DESCOVY” section.

• Changes in your immune system.

• New or worse kidney problems, including kidney failure.

• Too much lactic acid in your blood (lactic acidosis), which is a serious but rare medical emergency that can lead to death. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get these symptoms: weakness or being more tired than usual, unusual muscle pain, being short of breath or fast breathing, stomach pain with nausea and vomiting, cold or blue hands and feet, feel dizzy or lightheaded, or a fast or abnormal heartbeat.

• Severe liver problems, which in rare cases can lead to death. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get these symptoms: skin or the white part of your eyes turns yellow, dark “tea-colored” urine, light-colored stools, loss of appetite for several days or longer, nausea, or stomach-area pain.

• Bone problems.

The most common side effect of DESCOVY is nausea.

These are not all the possible side effects of DESCOVY. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have any new symptoms while taking DESCOVY. Your healthcare provider will need to do tests to monitor your health before and during treatment with DESCOVY.

ABOUT DESCOVY • DESCOVY is a prescription medicine that is used together with other HIV-1 medicines to treat HIV-1 in people 12 years of age and older. DESCOVY is not for use to help reduce the risk of getting HIV-1 infection.

• DESCOVY does not cure HIV-1 or AIDS. Ask your healthcare provider about how to prevent passing HIV-1 to others.

BEFORE TAKING DESCOVY Tell your healthcare provider if you: • Have or had any kidney, bone, or liver problems, including hepatitis infection.

• Have any other medical condition.

• Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

• Are breastfeeding (nursing) or plan to breastfeed.

Do not breastfeed if you have HIV-1 because of the risk of passing HIV-1 to your baby.

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take: • Keep a list that includes all prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements, and show it to your healthcare provider and pharmacist.

• Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist about medicines that should not be taken with DESCOVY.

GET MORE INFORMATION • This is only a brief summary of important information about DESCOVY. Talk to your healthcare provider or pharmacist to learn more.

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

HOW TO TAKE DESCOVY • DESCOVY is a one pill, once a day HIV-1 medicine that is taken with other HIV-1 medicines.

• Take DESCOVY with or without food.

DESCOVY, the DESCOVY Logo, LOVE WHAT’S INSIDE, GILEAD, and the GILEAD Logo are trademarks of Gilead Sciences, Inc., or its related companies. All other marks referenced herein are the property of their respective owners. Version date: April 2017 © 2017 Gilead Sciences, Inc. All rights reserved. DVYC0057 05/17

THIS PAGE “THE DEUCE” PHOTO COURTESY PAUL GIRALDI - HBO ª JAMES VAN DER BEEK PHOTO COURTESY RANDEE ST. NICHOLAS

4

The period fashion is in full effect on The Deuce.

5

4} THE TV SET

DEUCES WILD WRITER

AND

PRODUCER

DAVID

Simon, who co-created such prestigious show as The Wire, Homicide, Generation Kill and Treme, returns to HBO September 10 with The Deuce. The new series is set in and around the Times Square of the 1970s, and explores thorny, interconnected period themes including the rise of the local porn industry, the explosion of the era’s drug epidemic and the arrival of HIV. The series features James Franco in a dual role — playing twin brothers Vincent and Frankie Martino and other notable cast members, including the alwaysimpressive Maggie Gyllenhaal (pictured, above) and The Karate Kid himself, Ralph Macchio. The Deuce will then follow this motley crew of mobsters, sex workers and law enforcement through to the mid-1980s as porn becomes a billion dollar industry. hbo.com

Van Der Beek will trades CSI’s cyber crime for party time.

5} NEXT UP

9

The past and present intertwine in a vibrant new gay musical.

VAN DER DIPLO? DIPLO IS THE KIND OF SUPERSTAR

DJ with whom you might not be familiar if you’re not into EDM. That may be about to change as the Viceland network prepares to premiere its first scripted comedy featuring James Van Der Beek playing a fictionalized version of the DJ. It was inspired by a “Day in the Life of Diplo” video Van Der Beek starred to promote Diplo’s touring concert event, Mad Decent Block Party. The series is tentatively titled What Would Diplo Do? and is slated to premiere this August. Diplo has often publicly declared himself “half gay” and proclaimed that “everyone’s a ‘lil gay.”

While we don’t yet know whether the show will tackle the topic (or which of his halves might be gay), we’re sure curious what Diplo would do about it. viceland.com METROSOURCE.COM

APRIL/MAY 2017

11

6} TOUR THING

A NEW DAY PREEMINENT PUNK ROCKERS GREEN

Billie, Mike and Tré are in the Revolution Radio tour for the long haul.

7} GOOD SPORT CAUSE WAY

What Will you do to end aids?

7

Proof that you can seriously support AIDS research with flair.

This question is posed as soon as you open the Cycle for a Cause website. It’s appropriate because the organization offers people the chance to join that fight every year.

Cycle for the Cause hosts a phenomenal 275-mile bike ride which starts in Boston and ends in NYC. Along the way, riders raise millions of dollars in donations in the fight to end AIDS. If that sounds intimidating, don’t worry: most riders are there for the first time. Participants peddle through 20 cities along the way, making for a unique touring experience. If riding isn’t your cup of tea, consider lending support as part of the crew or making a donation. cycleforthecause.org

Text by Madison Gulbin, Paul Hagen and Jeffrey James Keyes.

this page: green day photo courtesy frank maddocks • cyclist photo courtesy cycleforthecause.org

6

day released their most recent album “Revolution Radio” late last year, and they’ve followed up with a massive tour that will see them performing over 110 times before it closes up shop this November.

The coming months will see them crisscrossing the United States, including stops in New York State (at the Darien Center on August 26) and in Los Angeles (at the Rose Bowl on September 16). Reviews of the tour thus far say it is not-tobe-missed, with openly bisexual front man Billie Joe Armstrong and the rest of the band engaging in amazing stunts, offering highenergy performances, amazing, and even encouraging some audience participation. greenday.com/ tour

METROSCOPE

8} SCREEN IT

REBEL REDUX SHE IS THE BEST SELLING FEMALE

rock artist of the 20th century, the only female act to be Billboard’s highest-grossing tour twice in just three years and the musician with the most number one DVDs in the U.S. — and she’s about to release a new one. Yes, Madonna has announced that September 15 will bring the release of the concert film of her Rebel Heart Tour on DVD, Blu-Ray and Digital (in addition to a companion concert album). The film is slated to include live performances from venues around the globe, plus exclusive behind-the-scenes moments with the superstar. It’s the only way for fans who didn’t get to enjoy her show live to see what they missed — and for those who did to relive every glorious moment. madonna.com

9} NEXT UP

8

9

Madonna will be “Living for Love” all over again.

His Late Show has become a powerhouse, but how will Colbert rise to his latest challenge?

EVEN STEPHEN

madonna by Joshua brandao.

THE EMMY AWARDS HAVE BEEN

hosted by many a member of the late night boys club, but Stephen Colbert will get his first chance to take the reins on September 17th.

Since Game of Thrones — the most decorated drama series in Emmy history — is out of the running this year, prestige dramas like The Crown, This Is Us, House of Cards and Mr. Robot have a chance at taking home some statuettes.

Meanwhile, shows like Veep, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Black-ish and Transparent will be big contenders in the comedy categories.

And now that Julia Louis-Dreyfus has made history with her eighth win for lead actress (breaking tie she once shared with Candice Bergen and Mary Tyler Moore), can she further her lead with yet another? emmys.com METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

13

10} FUNNY THING

12} CIRCUIT SHAKERS

LEGGINGS HAVE LONG BEEN THOUGHT

FROM AUSTIN TO BARCELONA, WE’LL

of as falling squarely in the realm of women’s fashion (not that we’d ever let a detail like that dictate what we would or wouldn’t wear).

But after entrepeneur Jordan Barnett attended the Burning Man festival, where he saw thousands of men sporting womens’ leggings, he realized that there was a demand for ones designed with mens’ sizes and tastes in mind.

The result was Kapow Meggings — leggings for men. Today they’re available in 31 varieties, inlcuding shiny metallics; more traditional designs like plaids, camouflages and stripes; and truly eye-popping patterns that have to be seen to be believed. And lest you think Meggings are just a flash in the pan, thus far Kapow Meggings has doubled its profit every three months. Visit them online and see if you can picture yourself in a pair. kapowmeggings.com

be shaking all over the map:

10

Are you bold enough to wear men’s leggings?

11

This non-traditional ‘tini has a floral twist.

11}DRINK UP

EASY DOES IT THERE WAS A TIME WHEN THE WORD

martini was reserved for the hardest-hitting drinks, but it has evolved to encompass even the most fruity, easy-to-quaff cocktails. For example, this sweet and floral “martini” — known as the Eastern Wind — is a breezy treat: INGREDIENTS

1.5 oz Jasmine infused elit Vodka 0.5 oz Fresh Lemon Juice 0.5 oz Honey Syrup 1.0 oz Peach Purée 2.5 oz dry sparkling wine PREP

Multiply ingredients as necessary, combine in punch bowl and serve up, garnished with edible orchids.

LABOR OF LOVE

CIRCUIT FESTIVAL BARCELONA AUGUST 5-20 MATINEE GROUP PRESENTS ONE OF

the biggest events of the gay calendar. The crowd will enter dance nirvana at the Big Opening party on August 5th and adventure on through a variety of events like the Matinee Air Force, Chill on the Beach, Beyond, Rapido, Matinee Pool Party, Klubberdome, Forever Tel Aviv, Brutus, Matinee Pervert XXL, LaLeche!, Megawoof, and Sodoma (The Closing Party). circuitfestival.net/barcelona SOUTHERN DECADENCE AUG 30-SEPT 4 HEAD TO THE BIG EASY OVER LABOR

Day Weekend for this festival, which started 45 years ago and has grown into one of the world’s major annual gay events. Today, roughly 180,000 people turn out to celebrate this “Gay Mardi Gras” every year. southerndecadence.net SPLASH DAYS SEPT 1-4 AUSTIN WILL ALSO HOST A FUN-

filled Labor Day weekend of nonstop partying — and fundraising for a slew of local charities including the Austin PrEP Access Project. splashdays.com ITALY GAY SUMMER PRIDE SEPTEMBER 21-25 JOIN A SEA OF MEDITERRANEAN

men in Gallipoli at the ultimate Italian gay beach bash as five epic parties lead revelers in and out of the water. Tickets will include VIP access to Samsara Beach Club, Friday night in Le Mine Vaganti, Saturday night in Picador Village, and the Explosive Closure Party on the beach. italygaytravels.com

TK this page: meggings courtesy kapow • cocktail courtesy elit

HE’S GOT LEGS

This Page: i acTually wore This cover and PhoTo courTesy rizzoli • suave in every siTuaTion arT courTesy flammarion

BOOKS

Fashion Pages Fun with fashion fails, a giddy guide to style, lots of London looks, and one fabulous photographer. BY MADISON GULBIN

SUAVE IN EVERY SITUATION Written by Gonzague Dupleix | Flammarion; $24.95 IF YOU PREFER YOUR GUIDES TO LIVING WELL AND LOOKING

I ACTUALLY WORE THIS: CLOTHES WE CAN’T BELIEVE WE BOUGHT Written by Tom Coleman and Jerome Jakubiec | Rizzoli; $35 HAVE YOU EVER LOOKED IN YOUR CLOSET AND NOTICED AN ARTICLE OF CLOTHING YOU CAN’T

believe found its way into your life? Think of that hand-me-down sweater so ugly you can’t imagine someone making it, much less wearing it or those trendy pants you trotted out wearing 15 years ago that never saw the light of day again. I Actually Wore This is a celebration of such fashion faux pas. And whether you’re laughing at them for their epic fails or with them for making the same mistakes you did along the way, you’re sure to get a smile out of watching these stylish individuals once again strut their least stylish stuff.

good to come equipped with a hearty helping of humor, consider Suave in Every Situation: A Rakish Style Guide for Men. With whimsical illustrations and devilish wit, this book offers genuine advice on topics including etiquette, clothing, grooming, traveling and more. And, despite its often ribald tone, it’s also a tool for taking stock of oneself; at its core Suave in Every Situation wants to help men discover themselves and then figure out the best way to show the person they are (or want to be) to the world.

METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

15

ROBERT DOISNEAU: THE VOGUE YEARS

By Robert Doisneau | Flammarion; $60 ROBERT

DOISNEAU

WAS

A

20TH

CENTURY

visionary. His photography both elevated magazine work to the level of art, while also creating immortal portraits of life in some of France’s best known cities. Though he photographed celebrities (among them Picasso, Colette, and Jean Cocteau), Doisneau also captured small moments from everyday life: men gazing out into the distance over a bridge, a woman trying to sell fish with her baby in tow, cities reeling from the chaos of World War II. The photographs are grouped in categories such as “Fashion,”“Social Life”and“Theatrical Craftsmen,”and as a group, they possess an almost haunting quality — as though each were its own portal into memory.

The collection includes an enlightening foreward by former Vogue Paris editor-in-chief Edmonde Charles-Roux..

LONDON SARTORIAL Written by Dylan Jones | Rizzoli; $45 LONDON IS WELL KNOWN FOR — AMONG OTHER

things — its sense of style, and London Sartorial: Men’s Style from Street to Bespoke offers an in- depth look at the inner workings of men’s fashion in this city of rakes and dandies. British charisma fairly drips from the pages of this gorgeous book. Each chapter has a theme; examples include “London Calling” (with its pictures of men on cellphones) and“West End Boys”(devoted to regal shots of men in suits). In addition, author Dylan Jones, award winning editor of GQ (UK) profiles iconic men’s fashion designers — crafting an engaging timeline of fashion history.

16

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

This Page: PhoTo courTesy roberT Doisneau /Flammarion 2017 lonDon sarTorial cover PhoTograPh © Daniel riera • PinsTriPe Punks courTesy © Thomas cooksey; sTyling luke Day; © shuTTersTock

BOOKS

JERRY_MITCHELL PHOTO COURTESY CHRISTOPHER DEVARGAS/GREENSPUN MEDIA GROUP

METROHIV

Jerry Mitchell Grins and Bares It The musical theater dynamo sounds off on showing skin to fight AIDS and bringing Pretty Woman to the stage. BY JEFF SIMMONS THIS JUNE MARKED THE 27TH TIME THAT BROADWAY

actors disrobed in the name of charity thanks to Jerry Mitchell (pictured above). We took the opportunity to check in with the artist about the genesis of the annual Broadway Bares burlesque which rocked Manhattan’s famed Hammerstein Ballroom ro raise money Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA).

“When we first started, I didn’t know how long it would go on. I didn’t even know if we’d do a second

one,” Mitchell says, reflecting on his original vision for the show that debuted in 1992.“I was trying to do something for myself and my friends who were being directly affected by the AIDS crisis.”

“I personally lost so many friends as a young gay man dating in the early 90s. Everybody was afraid to touch,”he adds. So he decided to do something about it. And on April 8, 1992, seven Broadway-caliber male dancers gyrated for a good cause (continued on page 21) METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

17

METROHIV (continued from page 17) — on stage at the much-missed gay watering hole Splash, and Broadway Bares was born. Since then, Mitchell’s brainchild has touched many lives, raising over $15 million for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, which has been helping people with AIDS for nearly three decades.

Born in Michigan, Mitchell first pursued a career in acting, dancing and directing in St. Louis, where he attended Webster University. Early in his career, he took to the stage in The Will Rogers Follies and Brigadoon, then moved into choreography for the musical Jekyll and Hyde in 1990.

Nine years later, he undertook first Broadway production as sole choreographer: a revival of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. He ultimately became a multiple Tony Award-winner — involved in more than 50 Broadway, Off-Broadway, West End and touring productions (including The Full Monty, Hairspray, Gypsy and Legally Blonde). He won a 2013 Tony for choreographing Kinky Boots (for which he also received a directing nomination), and he was recently in Australia planning the launch of Kinky Boots productions in both Melbourne and Sidney.

Mitchell’s next project is bringing Pretty Woman from screen to stage, which he’d been working on with Garry Marshall (who produced the film) until Marshall’s death last year.“When I saw this film 25 years ago I

was a dancer on Broadway and I wanted to get the rights to turn it into a musical,” Mitchell says.“It was larger than life. It’s always great to have a heroine that’s larger than life when you’re doing a musical.”

Whatever the project, Mitchell recognizes the importance of creating unity among musical performers; it was another motivating factor for his continued involvement with Broadway Bares.“Our business can be isolating, as you are always competing against the dancer standing next to you for the same role,” Mitchell says. “What Broadway Bares has been able to do has been to show young people that there’s a way to work together for the same goal and get great fulfillment out of that.”

Mitchell continues to serve as executive producer for the show and its offspring — satellite productions on Fire Island, in Las Vegas and in London. He believes the show remains as relevant today as ever.

“It has become an iconic event for Broadway Cares,” he says. “People come from all over the United States to New York for Gay Pride, and Broadway Bares is definitely on their map of what they want to attend. It’s become a celebration of life. And there’s nothing that makes me happier than that; life is worth living, and let’s celebrate that.”

■ Learn more about the unique fundraisers of BC/EFA at broadwaycares.org.

METROSOURCE.COM AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

21

TECH

Imagine That!

FROM THE GREAT PYRAMIDS TO THE EMPIRE STATE BUILD-

ing, advances in design have been enabled by advances in technology. Today, as tech becomes ever more personal, apps and single run production allow creative professionals (and amateurs) to handily personalize an ever-expanding variety of items.

NEW PRINT: Have you ever wished you could make something that could leap from your imagination and into reality? That’s recently become an increasingly affordable proposition, as 3D printers like the Lulzbot Mini (pictured above) have come down in price substantially — putting them within the reach of many home hobbyists. Instead of using ink, these printers use a plastic filament heated by a nozzle, and then “prints” objects by building them one layer at a time. From coat hooks and bookends to piggy banks and soap dishes, the only real limit to what you can create is the size of the platform. There is also vibrant online community of fellow 3D printer owners who share all manner of item designs online that you can download and print for yourself. lulzbot.com MELTS IN YOUR HAND: Put the technology that makes 3D printing possible in the palm of your hand

22

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

with the 3Doodler (pictured, below). Draw creations freehand or add embellishments to existing objects.

A recent display at NYC’s Museum of Modern Art included a ferris wheel, a miniature solar system and even a model of DNA created with the 3Doodler. The device comes in three versions — the Start for kids, the Create for consumers and the Pro for experienced hands — ranging from $49 to $249. the3doodler.com

THIS PAGE AND FOLLOWING PAGE: ALL IMAGES PROVIDED BY THE RESPECTIVE COMPANIES

Technology that can turn dreams into plastic, fit you better than a tailor, and leave hidden messages in your breakfast. BY TERENCE O’BRIEN

JUST MY SIZE: Few possessions reflect our personal tastes more visibly than the clothes we wear, and yet so many of the choices we have to reflect that taste start by rounding to the closest size — like “medium” or “42 Long”. MTailor flips the script for you, so your wardrobe can adjust to fit you. Using the MTailor app and your smartphone’s built-in camera, MTailor can create a 3D model of your body and extrapolates full body measurements from those composite images.

Thus pants end up fitted to far more measurements than the waist and inseam sizes available offthe-rack. Their shirts alone use over 10 different size metrics, and according MTailor, such measurements are 20 percent more accurate than those obtained by a traditional tailor.

MTailor offers short and long-sleeved shirts, slacks, blazers, full suits and even jeans. Turnaround time is generally about 2 weeks (except for suits, which take five). Shipping is free and all purchases are returnable within 90 days. Prices range from $64 for dress shirts to $499 for suits. Download the free app from the Google Play Store or iTunes. mtailor.com STAND BY YOUR BRAND: If you’ve ever worn an item with a logo on it that you didn’t fully stand behind, maybe it’s time to start making a mark of your own. At Cafe Press, clothing, bags, home decor, stationery — all of that becomes a blank canvas waiting to wear your name, catch phrase or favorite image.

Put your dog’s face on a shower curtain; put your face on a hoodie for your dog. Producing single items like this has traditionally been prohibitively expensive,

but Cafe Press’ methods allow for one-off, on-demand printing at prices more in line with mass produced items. Their online design studio offers a huge selection of templates to give you a headstart, and as a bonus, anything you create can be posted to their marketplace to sell to others. So if someone mentions how much they love that tote you personalized with a vacation snapshot, you can tell them how to order one of their very own. cafepress.com SAY CHEESE: If you’d guess that a “Fondoodler” sounds like a name for someone who dabbles in the culinary art of fondue — you wouldn’t be far off. It’s actually a product of BuzzFeed Labs that — for a mere $30 — will allow you to draw with cheese. Decorate crackers, chips, bread — anything that might be improved by a dose of dairy. Make nachos niftier and pizza prettier for party presentations that will look too good to eat (almost). fondoodler.com BEAUTIFY BREAKFAST: At last, design has come to toast — a food so bland that it’s inspired clichés about blandness. But now, thanks to Toasteroid (pictured, above), you can better that banal bread. Use your smartphone to imprint toast with love notes, reminders, a picture to make someone smile; you can even make the daily weather forecast part of your breakfast. Toasteroid has just completed its crowdfunding stage and is estimating that its first backers will receive product in October of this year. There may be more practical, cheaper toasters out there, but nothing beats the this one for fun. toasteroid.com ■ METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

23

SCREEN

A soldier transforms himself into an erotic artist, an orphan attempts to scheme her way out of a loveless marriage and a Brooklyn teen hangs with his pals by day — while seeking more intimate male companionship by night. BY JONATHAN ROCHE

BEACH RATS FRANKIE (PICTURED, ABOVE CENTER) IS NOTICEABLY SMART AND OBVIOUSLY HANDSOME, BUT HE’S AIMLESS: HIS MAIN OCCUPATION SEEMS TO BE KICKING AROUND

Coney Island with his buddies like a pack of young wolves. But it may seem to Frankie that there is little else to do at age 18, in the heat of the summer, while his father lies dying on a hospice bed in his living room. So he borrows some of Dad’s painkillers and flirts with girls down by the boardwalk — even though it seems that he’s more interested in cruising for men in gay video chat rooms and secluded stretches of sand by the highway. Writer/ director Eliza Hittman follows Frankie on a dreamy and somewhat haunting meander through the thick and confounding fog of youth and lets us play voyeur to his clumsy quest for identity. THE WORD: At 95 minutes, the film is short and spare — choosing always to show rather than tell, it deftly employs a cast of non-actors to capture the authentic feel of outer Brooklyn. COMING TO: Theaters

24

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

THIS PAGE: BEACH RATS PHOTO COURTESY NEON DISTRIBUTION

Left to their Own Devices

TOM OF FINLAND

This Page: Tom of finland PhoTo courTesy ProTagonisT PicTures • The Beguiled PhoTo courTesy of focus feaTures

EVEN ARDENT FANS OF TOM OF FINLAND MIGHT

wonder whether his life story could possibly rival the allure of his famously bulging gay erotica. It most surely does. The film begins during World War II, during which Tom shares a secret sex life with many fellow soldiers as they await invasion. When Tom ends up killing a Russian paratrooper in a lonely field, the specter of the young man haunts him and eventually inspires the principal leather-clad character in Tom’s art. The story continues on — through Tom’s search for love in homophobic times and places, ultimately leading him to America where he is surprised to learn his drawings have made him something of a celebrity. Performed in nearly equal parts Finnish and English, this first-rate production captures one man’s personal journey, the evolving gay experience of the last 70 years and the power of Tom’s creations. THE WORD: The true focus of the film is the story behind Tom’s important, irrepressible work. COMING TO: Theaters

THE BEGUILED WHEN A HANDSOME, WOUNDED UNION SOLDIER

— played by Colin Farrell — wanders into a finishing school full of rich and faithful daughters of the Confederacy, there’s bound to be trouble. Director Sofia Coppola adapts the 1966 novel of the same title, employing her signature, languid style as a cast of notable actresses — including Nicole Kidman, Kirsten Dunst and Elle Fanning — embody characters poised to push one another off their civilized pedestals in pursuit of his affections. The result is a far cry from the 1971 Western starring Clint Eastwood that was adapted from the same source material. THE WORD: Brief and simple, embracing style and mood over story, this may be one of Coppola’s better films — though it still doesn’t quite rise to the level of her best: Lost in Translation. COMING TO: Home Video METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

25

SCREEN

INGRID GOES WEST social media obsessed Ingrid, who is left unmoored after her mother’s death and heads to California, where she quickly sets about stalking her latest fixation, Taylor (Elizabeth Olson). Olson’s talent and appeal are on full display as she plays a character at once magnetically fabulous and disgustingly fake. Ingrid manages to Single White Female her way into Taylor’s inner circle — in the process alienating a guy who actually likes her (O’Shea Jackson Jr., who played his father Ice Cube so well in Straight Outta Compton). When Taylor’s brother (hunky Billy Magnussen, who played a prince alongside Chris Pine in Into The Woods) becomes suspicious of Ingrid, the situation turns crazy in this well-observed, edgy, and very funny debut feature by director Matt Spicer. THE WORD: A pitch-perfect story of loneliness and longing for belonging in the all-too-often superficial age of Instagram. COMING TO: Theaters

THE ONLY LIVING BOY IN NEW YORK Thomas (callum Turner, PICTURED) lives a

privileged, literature-saturated New York City existence. His father (Pierce Brosnan) is a publisher; his mother (Cynthia Nixon) is a book lover; his mysterious, chatty neighbor (Jeff Bridges) is a novelist; and his father’s glamorous mistress Johanna (Kate Beckinsale) is a freelance editor. But when Thomas finds out about his father’s infidelity and begins stalking Johanna, the already fraught scenario becomes infinitely more complicated.

While it occasionally tends toward preciousness — which is always a danger with work about writing and writers, the cast is uniformly excellent. And don’t worry, Simon & Garfunkel fans — the song from which the film takes its title is included. THE WORD: If you like The Only Living Boy in New York, you might also enjoy another exploration of youth and identity among NYC’s effete elite, 2002’s Igby Goes Down. COMING TO: Theaters

26

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

This page: ingrid goes wesT phoTo courTesy neon disTribuTion • The only living boy in new york phoTo courTesy roadside picTures

aubrey plaza (PICTURED) plays friendless,

THE BIG SICK

this Page: the big sick Photo courtesy of filmnation entertainment • tuliP fever Photo courtesy of alex bailey/the weinstein comPany

SILICON VALLEY CUT-UP KUMAIL NANJIANI STEPS

center stage in his latest project, a feature film adaptation of his own true-life love story, which is equal parts humor and heart. While working as an Uber driver to support his stand-up comedy career in Chicago, Kumail meets Emily, and they seem destined to be the most lovable of couples. So it’s a bummer when familial pressure to marry a Pakistani woman creates a seemingly unbridgeable rift between them. Fate intervenes when Emily suddenly ends up in a coma, leaving her freshly estranged ex-boyfriend to sign medical consent forms and send for her parents, whom he’s never met. Holly Hunter and Ray Romano are cast as Kumail’s companions on this voyage of growth and discovery that delights and charms at every turn — directed by veteran comedian Michael Showalter. THE WORD: A romantic comedy as irresistible as the chemistry between its stars. COMING TO: Theaters

TULIP FEVER it was one of history’s great economic

bubbles: a period in 17th century Holland when a single tulip bulb could be worth an obscene amount of money. During this time of manic financial fervor in the cosmopolitan city of Amsterdam, we meet Sophia (played by Alicia Vikander, who won an Academy-Award for her work opposite Eddie Redmayne in The Danish Girl). She’s an orphan girl married to an older merchant (Christoph Waltz), but when she falls in love with an artist who has been hired to paint her portrait, Sophia and her maid hatch a bold conspiracy designed to offer a means of escape. The cast — including Judi Dench, Zach Galifianakis and Matthew Morrison — is copious and accomplished, and the film lives up to the “fever” of its title: offering plenty of characters, plots and machinations.

THE WORD: A capable period piece that delivers a stellar cast — and even a few of those titular tulips. COMING TO: Theaters METROSOURCE.COM AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

27

MUSIC

Chronicling Change The Cranberries reinterpret their biggest hits, Beth Ditto goes solo, and Mary J. Blige turns separation into inspiration. BY MATT GROSS

MARY J. BLIGE Strength of a Woman (Capitol Records) 13th studio album, which chronicles her recent divorce from her longtime manager and romantic partner. Featuring guest appearances

by Kanye West, Missy Elliott and DJ Khaled, the album is a confessional, soulful and uplifting collection of tracks. Blige shines brightest on the record’s fearless lead single,“Love Yourself” and its simply gorgeous title track. In the sense that is is empowering, forthright and proves that she made it through yet another rough patch, Strength of a Woman is reminiscent of her breakthrough 2001 release, No More Drama.

Mary describes the new release in words that could define her career: “I don’t hold back,”she states flatly. “It’s not who I am, and there’s no way I am going to start changing now.” Catch Mary J. Blige on her extensive North American stadium tour through September. Dates and ticket info at maryjblige.com.

28

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

THIS PAGE: PHOTO COURTESY CAPITOL RECORDS

THE LEGENDARY R&B DIVA RETURNS WITH HER

BETH DITTO Fake Sugar (Virgin Records) the former lead singer of Beloved indie Band

this page: Beth ditto photo courtesy mary mccartney • cranBerries phots courtesy of Bmg

The Gossip effortlessly combines pop, rock, funk and blues on her debut full-length solo release. Producer Jennifer Decilveo (who has worked with the likes of Boyz II Men and Andra Day) helps Ditto make magic throughout the record. Of their collaboration, Ditto muses: “She was the rollerblades to my roller skates.

We’d argue all day long and I loved it.” Ditto’s ability to approach subjects like love and loss with undeniable beauty and power continues to make her one of the most exciting artists of her generation. Album highlights include the ‘50s girl group inspired “In and Out,” the disco stomper “Savoir Faire” and the magnetic lead single and video “Fire.” Reflecting on the album’s introspective lyrics, Ditto candidly admits , “I was running away from the bad parts of Southern culture. I’m old enough now — and so grateful for my family — that I can finally embrace the good in where I grew up.”Of her marriage to her partner Kristin Ogata, the out-and-proud Ditto says, “This is adulthood, baby. ... You fought for marriage equality, now you gotta live in it.”Follow Beth Ditto on Instagram at instagram.com/bethditto.

THE CRANBERRIES Something Else (BMG) the irish quartet’s latest release offers un-

plugged and orchestral versions of the biggest singles from throughout their esteemed,threedecade career. Recorded with the Irish Chamber Orchestra at the University of Limerick, longtime crowd pleasers like “Linger,” “Dreams” and “Ode to My Family” have never sounded more stunning or rich. Perhaps most surprisingly, their 1994 hit “Zombie” — scaled down to just strings and Dolores O’Riordan’s sensational vocal delivery — emphasizes the song’s melancholy and vulnerability like never before. The album also features three impressive new tracks: “The Glory,” “Rupture” and “Why.” The last of these was written just after O’Riordan’s father passed away, and makes a fitting finale as the record’s closing track. Join The Cranberries’ four million Facebook followers at facebook.com/TheCranberries.

DIARY

Cannon Fodder

BY WADE ROUSE

After Wade gets mistaken for an unexpected celebrity, he reflects on how his evolving relationship with fashion allowed him to take it in stride.

I WAS ABOUT TO CROSS A STREET IN PALM SPRINGS NOT LONG

ago when I heard a man yelling what sounded like a woman’s name: “Diane,” he called.“Diane? Diane!”

I paid no attention, even as the shouting grew more insistent. Then suddenly, I felt a hand on my arm.

“Dyan Cannon?”

I turned, only to see an elderly man’s face droop from excitement to bewilderment.

“Sorry... um... sir,” the man said. “I thought you... she just had her hair up.”

Cue hysterics from my husband Gary, who laughed so hard he nearly wet himself. Days later, he still wouldn’t let it go.

“He thought Wade was that blonde actress!”Gary told everyone about me being mistaken for Cannon, who was nominated for an Oscar for Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice in the 1960s and famously played a sexy older judge on Ally McBeal.“She’s 80 now!” he added for good measure.

Cannon still ends up on TV fairly frequently on the West Coast — often spotted at Lakers games. She’s developed something of a reputation for dressing much “younger than her age.”Apparently, it’s a trait we share.

Multiple friends have told me I dress too young for my age. On the night I was mistaken for Ms. Cannon, I was wearing skinny jeans with a rather flouncy shirt, topped off with a cute cap. I had purchased the jeans at Zara because a 20-something sales associate (who looked like Harry Styles) told me I looked good in them. I bought the shirt at a vintage boutique because the fabric reminded me of shirts my mother had worn in the 1970s. And I tend to resort to a cap when my hair doesn’t turn out quite right.

It’s a far cry from anything I once would have dared to wear. As a chubby kid, I was relegated to“husky”jeans and clothes created by my grandmothers — which included ascots and flowered vests. These usually left me feeling like a fashion outsider.

In my teens, I attempted desperately to follow the trends: splurging on Calvin Klein jeans and popping the collars of my layered pastel Polos. But as we lived in a place where cowboy boots and hats still ruled the day, my choices mostly got me picked on by country roughnecks.

30

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

Next, as an young adult, I conformed to the work world: navy suits, white shirts and conservative ties. That was the corporate dress code, and I felt fairly certain that fitting in was the way to success.

I think I finally hit my style stride when I became an author. It helped that, since I was not going into an office every day, I was not so constantly confronted by the conventional. I had also unlocked myself as an artist. In workshops, I teach that writers should have no fear when it comes to their work, so that they can heed whatever inspiration calls to them. Ultimately, I came to feel the same way about fashion. I can enjoy a five-dollar scarf I find at Goodwill as much as a luxe Versace jacket. I will mix a pair of Trina Turk pants in a wild print with a classic white tuxedo shirt — worn open, without a tie. And, yes, I guess that some days I dress like Dyan Cannon.

Like Dyan — and Christie Brinkley, Halle Berry, Jane Fonda and Sting — I could not care less what people think I should be wearing as a“mature”person. I refuse to let age keep me from dressing on my own terms. And like young trendsetter Jaden Smith, I won’t let notions of masculinity or femininity get in my way, either.

I may have my mother to thank for this spirit of fashion independence. When I was growing up, she was something of a trendsetter in the Ozarks, where women’s fashion revolved largely around overalls. Mom wore billowing palazzo pants and outrageous jewelry. She was known to change her hair color from blonde to black overnight.

Sometimes, I would act embarrassed — begging her to tone her look down and wear something preppy. “You shouldn’t care a whit about what people think of what you wear, how you act or what you do,”she’d reply.“The world wants us to conform. The strong do not.”

Today, my style is a testament to the fact that I finally took her advice to heart.

Gary, of course, still delights in calling me “Dyan.”

I take it as a compliment.

■ HOW DO YOU DEFY FASHION CONVENTIONS? TWEET YOUR ANSWER TO US @METROSOURCEMAG.

Something is brewing...

METROESPRESSO Get your weekly jolt of...

- can’t-miss upcoming events - exclusives you won’t find in print - hot pop culture updates and more Sign up now to give your inbox a perk at metrosource.com/subscribe

POV

Design Warfare

BY KEVIN PHINNEY

Kevin learns that, though interior design can be a wonderful way to express yourself, it can also be a way others try to keep you from doing so.

I RECALL LEARNING EARLY ON — FROM THE KIDS WHO INVITED

me home after school to trade comics, assemble models and watch TV — about the human impulse to introduce new people to your world (and thereby learn about each other) by showing off “Our Stuff.” As kids, it was like we were saying:“Look around. This is who I am. See anything we have in common?”

In college, this process became an essential part of dorm life. Sports memorabilia, religious iconography, music, art, books and movies: collectively they telegraph something of our identity. A total stranger only had to walk into my room, thumb through my burgeoning music collection or glance at the framed posters on my wall to know instantly who they were dealing with.

But there was one resident in particular who introduced me to the concept of design as a form of warfare. Herbie was a stoner whose first roommate mysteriously disappeared halfway through the fall semester, which perfectly suited his hermitic demeanor. But in the spring, university housing dropped another roomie on him — a babyfaced Jonny Quest doppelgänger named Tony.

Tony seemed unfazed by the indignities that drove Herbie’s first roommate away; the late-night phone calls, the unmistakable scent of pot. One night, Herbie began his siege by painting the walls of their room black and the ceiling red, then letting the excess paint drip down the walls like blood. He followed that up with posting Playgirl centerfolds on the wall and leaving ungodly refuse in their shared sink. Eventually critical mass sent Tony running and Herbie was once again master of his own domain.

Whatever his methods, Herbie had a point about marking one’s territory. When I partnered, I found myself giving up more and more of my tastes to please them. My first partner David and I bought a custom couch and chair we’d seen on The Real World. He chose the fabric — off-white with subtle vertical stripes. I chose their infinitely more colorful covers — bold red for the couch and blue for the chair with cactuses and cowboys and horses replicated from the inside of Boy Scout sleeping bags. As we drifted apart, David got a dog who made several unwelcome contributions to our once-prized pieces. When we parted, I left the dog and

32

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

the furniture in his care.

Ray, my next partner (and now ex-husband), was enthralled with Asian minimalism — which meant I had to say goodbye to my folk-arty Santa Fe-style dining room table and chair set. I was permitted wall art — a gold record for my Otis Redding album essay, a framed 2008 Obama poster and a cartoon by a friend who’d won a Pulitzer.

Our condo boasted a view of the Seattle skyline and Space Needle not unlike Frasier’s TV home. A stark a leather-and-chrome couch and chair set sat at one end of our living room, offset by a dining table of mahogany and smoked glass. I felt like I was living in a law office.

His favorite features were the floor-to ceiling windows, which had to be kept blinds-up all day, every day. I quickly learned that in such an environment, you cannot stumble out naked to make your coffee without posing for a neighbor with a telescope.

I tried to push back against his austerity by suggesting an element of whimsy:“How about a restored barber chair from the Baby Boom era?”I asked. I’d loved them since my first haircut and thought the novelty would liven the place up. He nixed the idea, and (as a consolation prize) he let me design a desk that could be closed into a cube. I assume that after I left, he used it for kindling.

Eventually I decided to stop depending on anyone else to shape my world. This involved accepting how little of the universe any of us actually controls, as well as asserting my will over what sits behind my front door.

Now I’m in a tiny NYC apartment that leaves little room for dramatic decor decisions. I did recently repurpose a set of carefully mismatched‘40s and‘50s luggage into a kitschycute chest of drawers, and my shelves remain crammed with books and movies that have brought me a lifetime of delight.

These days, a stranger could walk into my place and once again have an inkling of who I am just from looking at my stuff. And maybe someday I’ll figure out how to squeeze in that vintage barber’s chair.

■ ARE YOU A DESIGN WARRIOR? KNOW ONE? TWEET ABOUT IT @ METROSOURCEMAG.

DOES THIS LOOK GAY TO YOU? The founders of unapologetic clothing brand Rufskin talk loving men’s clothing and each other.

BY KEVIN PHINNEY

FIFTEEN YEARS AGO, HUBERT PIERRE POUCHES AND DOUGLAS COATS STARTED A LINE OF MEN’S CLOTHING THAT SENT

shock waves through the fashion industry. Rufskin designs didn’t stick to time-worn masculine stereotypes like Levi’s or Wrangler. They were boldly and explicitly gay in their approach to the male form. Their jeans were skin tight (even before Spandex allowed them to stretch and move as they do today), and the models wearing them were handpicked for bodies built to the popular gay ideal. Today, as the pair celebrate not only their union as husbands but the 15-year mark as business partners, they face increased competition from such brands as Nasty Pig and other up-and-coming online retailers. While they operate as a pair, the biggest division of labor is that Pouches is the visionary designer, and Coats (once a model himself) focuses on marketing and public relations. Still they say, each of them contributes to all aspects of the Rufskin empire — which keeps them both on their toes.

Previous Page: Photo Courtesy of rufskin • this Page: Photo Courtesy of rufskin

METROSOURCE: Do you remember the first time you saw your husband? Was it love at first sight?

POUCHES: As if it was yesterday. Twenty-seven years ago at the agency where I was working in Paris, I remember Doug coming straight from Milan for the shows there . . .

COATS: He was this charming Frenchman with a strong accent, dealing all day with an army of Brazilians for the castings, which should have given me an indication that he was pretty intense and hands-on with every aspect of his business. I'm not sure the love arrow didn't strike us at once; I'm not even sure we were each other's type.

How long it took you to become serious about each other, to move in together, and to decide to become business partners?

POUCHES: Doug came to my apartment that same night. A week later, we were a couple, and our business partnership became official 15 years ago. Now we've been married for almost two years.

COATS: There were some discrepancies on the living situation in Paris for the shows, so I ended up crashing at Hubert's flat the first night (with too many models smoking hashish who never moved out until about four years later, when we moved to the States). It took us a week to really share a bed, and it took me about a month to clean up his pad and get rid of all the crazy models crashing all over his Madeleine apartment. I guess that's what you call serious! We always knew that we would end up being business partners, and we started Rufskin in 2002.

METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

35

realize we are being dumb and smoothly get back to reality and compromise on our disagreements calmly.

Hubert has said that after years of designing for women, he was ready to move on to the male form. What's the biggest difference?

POUCHES: Everything. Women's fashion is ... contracts, collections, calendars, deadlines, shows, salons, etc. Designing for men was an escape, in a certain way — it meant absolute freedom, especially since we were creating our own company and structure.

COATS: Don't get me started. I still ask Hubert once in a while about developing a girl's line for Rufskin, but his Catalan blood always cuts me off immediately.

When disagreements come up between the two of you, what do you argue about, and do you have a system for working through them?

POUCHES: Just about everything! Opposites attract and react. It's part of my French heritage too, I guess. And having strong and genuine points of view. It's what enriches the whole relationship. After 27 years, we do have many ways to faire la paix [make peace] as they say. And we got two dogs; two Frenchies.

They will solve any crisis.

COATS: You could ask this question of our employees, as they have borne witness to many of our fights. I also feel that I’m one of the very few people who can actually push Hubert's buttons and get away with it. Our system is to yell at each other at the top of our lungs, give each other the silent treatment and then

36

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

How has Rufskin changed over the years, in terms of the clothing?

POUCHES: We started with four jeans designs, then we added underwear and swimwear, since I was working in Brazil with a huge factory. In 2006, when we decided to have our clothes manufactured entirely in California, we extended the line to what it is today. The freedom of our structure allows us to basically do what we want when we want, including the way we manage our sales.

COATS: Although we continue to follow our concept, I think we’ve matured our line in the following years. The focus isn't as much on that übersexual vibe as it was at the start, but has extended to a wider range of designs, according to our lifestyle.

California played a huge role in that evolution.

How do you keep your line unique? When you started, there weren’t many doing what you do.

POUCHES: For sure. As I said earlier, we have no restrictions.

Guys had no real choices unless they were willing to go to a women's store to search for their size. Low-rise jeans, sexy denim, edgy underwear were the base of our our brand back then. Now 15 years later, we're seeing the market explode right and left. Some of our vintage pieces are being reborn or knocked off by others, but Rufskin is what it is and keeps us constantly motivated to create something new. We are a lifestyle brand, not

THIS PAGE AND FACING PAGE PHOTOS COURTESY OF RUFSKIN

METROSOURCE: What do you think Rufskin contributes to the ethos of being gay?

POUCHES: I grew up in the mid-'70s in the south of France, so I never really was conscious of gay issues — maybe because of the time of total liberation in all directions, including sexually.

So if we contributed to the gay community in any way, we didn't have the feeling we were pushing that agenda. Maybe that's why we started with so much attention right away. In 2002 when Rufskin started, the line was all about sex and rock 'n' roll: low-waisted jeans and zippers around the crotch with actual "butt cleavage" around the back. Later, the stretch denim underwear/swim line caused a major splash, too. But for us, it was always about standing for who you are. We did The Janice Dickinson Show and became “the gay brand from California.”

This, plus a series of images from Justin Monroe, and suddenly, there go all the taboos and norms out the window. Year after year, we stand for what we believe and Rufskin is as much a lifestyle as a brand of clothing. Our campaign to promote pot legalization in California is a perfect example of that, too. So Rufskin is all about the free spirit and open mind vibe.

COATS: I think Rufskin embodied our desire for freedom without restrictions and disregarding mainstream judgments and attitudes towards fashion. We hope our campaigns deliver the same message, presenting an image that's sexy, but not vulgar, and I believe our clothing reflects that and gay people are attracted to our formula.

a fashion label, and we intend to keep it that way.

COATS: I'll agree to disagree. From my perspective, I'm always surprised at how Hubert manages to "trip" over certain concepts, totally disregarding the current trends. That may be where our joint influences come into play.

Was there a garment that took off so successfully that it surprised you?

POUCHES: Our first four denim jeans were a surprise hit. The low-rise, straight leg — or boot cut — being available for guys absolutely jumpstarted the whole brand, but the "butt cleavage" jeans sealed the deal. The Western chaps-cut jeans with names like "Hustler," "Cody" and "Chuck" made them more personal, so we were delighted with the whole project. But when we started the underwear and sport lounge with fishnet underwear and terrycloth lounge pants, we really began to see massive returns. We manufactured the Tambo sweat pants and the Dino shorts for more than four years, but I finally had it, and I killed them!

COATS: That may be the biggest difference between us. I have an "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" mentality, but Hubert is always craving new styles and drives the whole team crazy. So there are always many new surprises in store.

Do you get responses about the models being so perfectly sculpted, e.g. the bear community and people who criticize aggressive gym goers?

POUCHES: That's another "Damocles' Sword" question. Of course we do, But here's the thing: I think in general people are too analytical about everything. We live in a society and a community that needs to learn how to respect and accept each other. It's all about choices. Some love to suffer to reach an aesthetic that makes them feel good. Others love to eat and could care less about their looks. What matters is to feel with yourself. ... We never intended to cast anyone away.

COATS: We could go in the current direction of the new normalized aesthetic that has taken over so much of the fashion world, but Rufskin has always been and will always be a brand that stays true to its roots. Aside from the technical execution of the garments — including size, cut and construction — there is also a partisan (and very reflective of our current political landscape) position from our company that is the essence of our brand. We are continuously baffled by messages like "I can't wear your clothes!" or "I don't have that body!" attitude, but I see that as self-blocking behavior. With a closer look, we realize that our customer base is really as diverse as the community itself, so I say: Let's embrace that!

Any pushback from the straight community about “scandalous” pieces?

POUCHES: We do have a fairly consistent customer base that could give a damn about whether the clothes are "gay" or not.

We started our brand with sexy pieces, and so is our image sometimes. But the goal has always been to make the guys feel sexy without crossing a line to vulgarity. We've actually gotten more negative comments from gay people than straight dudes.

COATS: When you stand up for your choices, you can't expect

to avoid reactions. We are actually often pleasantly surprised by the open-mindedness and the wide range of our customer base.

We can observe this from our headquarters store in San Diego every day, and it is quite refreshing and gives us some hope about how mentalities can change.

What do you see as the future for your brand?

POUCHES: We don't live in the future. We are super-fortunate to be able to do as we please — most of the time — so there are no real plans. After 15 years, each day is a new page of a new chapter. Some stay in fiction, others become reality. That's the beauty of life, isn't it? ... If we can in any way open people's minds, let them express themselves, or just tease their curiosity to realize that we are all different, but part of the same world, then that will do for us.

COATS: That may be why we are so different — Hubert and I — and yet working in the same direction. I am always browsing for new adventures, disregarding the technicality, and that's probably why I keep us always on the move. I think the whole Rufskin concept a the beginning was a little daring, and ambitious at the time, but it is also what keeps us on the edge of our own destiny.

■ You can see and purchase Rufskin apparel online at rufskin.com.

METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

37

EACH DAY, MEMBERS OF OUR COMMUNITY SEND KIDS TO SCHOOL WONDERING WHETHER THEY’LL FACE JUDGMENTS BECAUSE OF THEIR PARENTS’ SEXUAL ORIENTATION. SO WE SOUGHT OUT SOME LGBT PARENTS TO TALK ABOUT THEIR CONCERNS, THEIR CHOICES AND THE VALUES THAT MOTIVATE THEM.

BY KEVIN PHINNEY

38

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

into the mainstream, increasing numbers of same-sex couples are choosing to expand their families by raising children, while other members of the LGBT community have opted to raise kids as single parents. But even as the military has come to more fully embrace our community with the end of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell and our unions have gained greater recognition thanks to the Supreme Court’s decisions about marriage equality, many aspiring gay parents are left wondering how their children will be treated in one of the places that shapes them most and parents see them least: school.

DIDN’T YOU HAVE A DIFFERENT MOM LAST TIME? HOW AN LGBT PARENT CAN ADDRESS THE SITUATION DEPENDS IN NO SMALL

part on their location and what kinds of school alternatives exist there.

Especially in the so-called “red states,” religious freedom laws and bathroom use statutes can send a message that, while we as a people are more free than ever, that freedom is far from universal. For the children of gay parents, those messages of judgment and otherness can cause harm that lasts a lifetime. It may be reassuring that, as Dr. Martin Luther King was fond of saying,“the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends to-

PHOTO COURTESY ISTOCK.COM/ MATTOMATTEO

THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

AS GAY PEOPLE CONTINUE TO MOVE FROM THE MARGINS OF SOCIETY AND

“I do think the political climate has something to do with it as well. Suddenly, it’s okay to be mean to people, and that’s sanctioned in our national conversation.”

ward justice,” for the parents of school age children, this is not a rhetorical problem: it’s an issue they must confront every day.

For example, take Kelly and her wife, Rose. Kelly is a white educator and administrator in the Midwest. Both her wife and her son Jackson are black. Their son, she delights in saying, is 11 years old and about to enter the sixth grade. “We got him when he was four days old,” she says with a smile,“so he’s really been with us his entire life.”

At the university where she works, Kelly’s focus revolves around social justice and “all the -isms; you know, racism, sexism, genderism. I concentrate on Intergroup Relations, which means social identities and how that connects to institutions that grant privilege to some members of society while marginalizing others.”

When she leaves her office at the end of the day, she brings those same concerns right back through her front door.

“I don’t know how typical we are, but then who does?” she says. “I have the luxury of living in a college town and working at a university, so I’m not sure where I live is representative of the Midwest as a whole.

But here? As parents — and even before Jackson was born — there were issues around race more than there were around sexual orientation. Early on, we found a network of lesbian moms in the largest city nearby. And then we found an LGBT parenting network.” She describes her network of fellow gay parents and neighbors as“quite supportive”and credits them with helping her family largely avoid negative experiences.

Once their son was old enough to attend school, the moms “tested the waters,” Kelly says — making inquiries and talking with other parents especially. To their surprise, “we discovered we were not much of an anomaly. There were a lot of interracial couples, black and white straight parents, too. We were more of a novelty really, and we became in demand because other parents wanted to have their kids exposed to diversity.”

The sea change in attitudes toward gay people was something Kelly saw firsthand as she was preparing Jackson for school. During his earliest years, there was no “second parent adoption,” which meant that — although she and Rose considered themselves equally invested as parents — only one of them was registered as legal guardian. “Still,” she says, “all of his teachers were gracious and saw us the same, and even though they could have insisted that only one of us make decisions about his education, we never had any negative repercussions. We presented ourselves as co-parents, and they never treated us otherwise.”

Kelly says that she and Rose share a few bedrock values: academics, racial diversity and public education.“We both believe in public education and wanted to send our son to a public school,”she attests.“We had pretty smooth sailing for a while, which I appreciate and never took for granted because you don’t get that everywhere. Kids would ask questions about us, and that was fine,” Kelly remembers.

But circumstances changed. “It went from that to teasing and bullying,” Kelly explains. Jackson attended public school for his first five years, but ultimately his moms decided that he needed to relocate.

“I have nothing but good things to say about his teachers,” Kelly says.

“But kids in elementary school can get ... confused. I would go on a field trip with Jackson, and then Rose would go, and there’d be kids who’d say, ‘Hey, wait a minute: didn’t you have a different mom last time?’”

Kelly says it wasn’t just the kids that changed. “Kids getting older and turning from curiosity to judgment might be partly to blame,” she says.

“But I do think the political climate has something to do with it as well.

METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

39

Suddenly it’s okay to be mean to people, and that’s sanctioned in our national conversation because of the president. There’s been so much negativity and misogyny, and it’s like something in the air or water now.

It seeps into everything.”

THE WAY WE PRESENT OURSELVES THOSE CLOSER TO MAJOR POPULATION CENTERS HAVE THEIR OWN UNIQUE

perspectives. Carter and Nick relocated to New Jersey not long ago from midtown Manhattan with their son Tyler. (The family asked that we refer to them by pseudonyms to protect their privacy.) The move was partly motivated by their plans for Tyler’s education.

In New York, Carter explains,“We were basically next door to a school we were interested in, but ultimately it turned out to be very competitive. In retrospect, we probably should have applied to more schools.”

After two years with Tyler in school on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, the couple decided it was time to make a move.“The way New York school is structured, we were going to have to start Tyler in kindergarten when he was four, and we just felt that was too young.”

These days, Tyler is seven and in second grade, attending a school in a New Jersey suburb not far from Manhattan.“You could say we chose the neighborhood and the school together,” says Carter. “We wanted to live in an environment that not only practiced inclusivity in the classroom, but also a neighborhood that celebrated community and was integrated as well. Where we are now, most of the kids go to a school in the zone where they live. It’s important to us that Tyler be able to socialize in his free time with the kids from school, too. That was an important consideration. We’re also fortunate because there are other same-sex parents in the school, and everyone seems very open and accepting when it comes to community, diversity and inclusivity.”

Carter and Nick check in with Tyler on a daily basis to monitor his progress and to generally “get as much information out of him as we can.” So far, they are“pretty happy with his academics”but they also keep a close watch on his emotional and social development.

Outside the classroom, the couple want to make sure Tyler will have a sense of pride about his family and families like them, and so they ‘ve made a point of showing him that every child is lucky to have a parent or a couple who loves and supports them, no matter what they may look like.“It’s important to be visible and supportive of other different kinds of parents,” says Carter.“Part of that is proudly proclaiming that Nick is my husband and the way we present ourselves, and I think that helps give Tyler confidence, too.”

They also emphasize the benefits of sharing their circumstances.

“One of Tyler’s classmates has two dads,” says Carter.“It’s helpful to have other LGBT families to reach out to, whether that’s in person or online, so that you have some sort of support system in place. Basically, you want your child to know that they’re not alone and that, while our family may be a little bit different, there are many others like ours, too.”

THE FAMILY BALL MEANWHILE BACK IN NYC, EFFORTS ARE BEING MADE TO ENSURE THAT NO

matter what the family configuration, parents and their kids feel embraced. Jared Fox, the LGBT Community Liaison for the New York City Department of Education, says that’s been his mission since arriving in

40

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017 METROSOURCE.COM

“You want your child to know that they’re not alone and that, while our family may be a little bit different, there are many others like ours, too.”

PHOTO COURTESY ISTOCK.COM/ SOLSTOCK

January of 2016. “The great thing about New York City is that there are so many schools,” he offers. “No matter who the parents are, they want a good school for their kids. They want to feel affirmed and welcomed.

That’s why we provide Parent Coordinators, who are what we consider frontline support for parents. They’re the ones who arrange periodic chats with the principals. They make sure there’s a translator available if one is needed; they organize family diversity nights, and really act as the intermediary between the school and all kinds of parents — inclusive of ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. When you think of same sex families, it’s really about making room for all families.”

On Fox’s watch, inclusive language has come to the fore, which is how “The Father/Daughter Dance” became “The Family Ball.” But Fox says their efforts begin at the earliest stages of education. “We start in Pre-K,”he says.“We’ve worked hard to find developmentally appropriate material for them, especially because this is their first foray into the New York public school system.”

How would he suggest parents pick the ideal environment to get an education for their child — in NYC and beyond? “Go to schools, make

visits, attend open houses,” he recommends. “There are actually fairs where young people can see what an art school — versus another kind of school — is like.”

Fox also acknowledges that as important as it is to find a school that supports same-sex parent-led families, it’s equally important that they appreciate not all such families are the same.“Families are like community, and they’re very rarely monolithic.” He notes that some families need affirmation. Others require integration. Still others need language access.

Children do best in schools where the faculty and staff are able to provide students and their families with the tools for success. “That’s why we try to serve New York families in a multi-dimensional way,” he says.

■

ARE YOU AN LGBTQ PARENT? WE WANT TO SHARE YOUR CHALLENGES, TRIUMPHS AND ADVICE WITH THE METROSOURCE COMMUNITY. VISIT METROSOURCE.COM AND CLICK ON “SHARE YOUR POINT OF VIEW” TO CONTRIBUTE YOUR EXPERIENCE TO OUR GAY VOICES INITIATIVE AND HELP OTHER PARENTS SUCCEED.

METROSOURCE.COM AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

41

Jeremiah Brent

JEREMIAH BRENT LIVING BEAUTIFULLY The designer brings his partnership with husband Nate Berkus to TV — hoping to change hearts, minds and lives. BY PAUL HAGEN

“WHEN I WAS GROWING UP, MY MOTHER USED TO ALWAYS SAY TO ME

every time we traveled somewhere, whether it was a park or a store: ‘Find one beautiful thing in this place and just tell me what the beauty is,’” Jeremiah Brent remembers. “I feel like that shifted the paradigm since I was a kid.” As we sit sipping coffee and discussing his decision to share his life with husband Nate Berkus and daughter Poppy Brent-Berkus on his recent show Nate and Jeremiah by Design, the memory seems an apt reflection of his values. “I care about the connection — connection to your home, connection to the people you’re working with, connection to your family. Because, really, that’s it. That’s the birthplace of all of it.”

JEREMIAH BRENT PHOTO COURTESY BRITTANY AMBRIDGE

TO THE RESCUE On Nate and Jeremiah by Design, Brent teams with Berkus to bring out the beauty in homes where renovations have gone awry. Whether from lack of time, lack of funds or inability to make decisions, the homes are often often in shocking disrepair when the husbands arrive.Yet in episode after episode, they manage to create miraculous transformations. I ask Brent if it makes him feel like a superhero.“Not at all,” Brent says with an easy laugh.“I always look at Nate, and I’m like: ‘Are we talented or frauds?’”

However, anyone who has seen their results can tell that they are talented. What may be harder to understand is how these homeowners allowed their properties to become money pits.“Here’s the thing,” Brent explains. “Design television — for the last ten years — has been about how much we can do for how little. The truth is, it’s expensive, and if you’re not doing it correctly, it costs you a lot.” Many homeowners don’t take this into account before beginning. “People just swing a hammer and ask questions later,” Brent says.“I’m like: ‘That’s a wall! Hold on!’”

And though each episode is in a large part about dealing with a home’s physical problems, it also ends up being about dealing with the homeowners’ personal issues. “It was interesting getting people to take responsibility for their situation,” Brent reflects. “That’s part of the process of moving through it.”As Brent and Berkus worked with couples, one half of each tended to gravitate toward each of them like a life coach.

“It happened organically every single time,” Brent explains.“I respond to vulnerability. ... I can deal with it all day.” Meanwhile, those in need of a firmer hand gravitated toward Berkus. “Nate is amazing in his ability to ask the real questions, the hard questions, in a way that’s respectful,”says Brent.“He’s really good at being very direct and honest, whereas I’m like: let’s just like hold each other. You know? I’m Mama Bear.”

After the emotional work is done, it ultimately comes down to the frenzied moments before the big reveal. “It’s so chaotic,” Brent says.

“You’re juggling 3,000 different types of energies. My husband is a stress case and focuses on the weirdest little things. I’m big picture,” Brent explains. “It’s a unique adrenaline rush because it’s the culmination of everything that’s been in your head, and it’s at your fingertips.” Brent describes their renovation team as a symphony working in concert, but the final decisions come down to Brent and Berkus.“He and I place every bowl, every bead — because the show’s so important to us.”

A MASTER CLASS Brent’s route to Nate and Jeremiah by Design took some unexpected turns along the way — including a detour into fashion that introduced him to many television viewers via The Rachel Zoe Project. “Working for Rachel was a crazy coincidence,” Brent recalls. “She asked me eventually to be METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

43

TK

Family Portrait: Jeremiah, Nate and Poppy

OPPOSITE PAGE: PHOTO COURTESY TLC/PEGGY SIROTA

on the show. And I was like: ‘Okay, fine. This is what I’m going to do.’

And I wore too many tank tops.”He laughs.“I learned that the hard way.”

Despite his love of fashion, Brent soon saw it was time to shift focus.“I realized at a certain point that I cared more about the sofa that the model was sitting on than about actually putting the woman in the dress,” he explains. Zoe advised him to follow his passion. “She goes, ‘You don’t care about dresses; you care about furniture,’”Brent recalls.“She was like a master class in professional maturity.” Even as Brent embarked on the process of setting up his own design firm, Zoe would also be influential in opening yet another new chapter of his life. “She introduced me to Nate,” Brent explains. “So I always believed that the reason I started working with her is because I was following that heartbeat.”

Brent and Berkus would eventually be married in May of 2014, and their union soon connected Brent to a certain media mogul who had a Do-It-Yourself show that needed a host.“Home Made Simple came about because Oprah asked me to do it,” Brent says. “She was like, ‘Would you do this little show?’” And though Brent describes hosting the “master class in DIY” as an amazing experience, he and his husband had their eyes on what would come next. “We had done a couple of projects together and we were ready to kind of tackle something bigger,” Brent remembers.“Nate had done a couple of other shows at the time, and we were like, ‘We need to get you back to design. You need to be in the room doing it again. And so we created this show.”

Judging from how their relationship appears on Nate and Jeremiah

by Design, Brent and Berkus have absolutely adorable chemistry — the camera often catches them sweetly teasing one another about their respective foibles. In person, Brent seems just as lovingly exasperated with his husband. “We got into an argument this morning on the way down about my earphones,” Brent says with a chuckle. “I was like, ‘Why can’t you figure out how to work anything? Like, what is wrong with you? How have you survived for so long?’”

The show also features the pair being genuinely affectionate with one another, and I wonder whether they were aware of how revolutionary it could be to see a same-sex couple interact with each other in that way on TV. “We’re cognizant of it so we constantly are just like: let’s just be honest,”Brent explains. He realizes they are in a unique position to show what it means to be a gay family to audiences who might not have other gay families in their lives. He recalls both he and Nate being moved when they received a tweet saying: “It’s so nice to watch a show where two men kiss that’s not about two men kissing.”

In the first episode of the show, Brent says he never anticipated his life turning into this kind of story. “If I was going to be asked, I’d have guessed I’d be alone in the hills with a couple of dogs. The house would be nice, and the dogs would be well maintained.” He laughs at the idea but grows serious. “I never thought that I’d have a great love story,” he confesses.“I love him madly. And that’s not something—you don’t grow up with a lot of gay people with their amazing love stories in front of you. You just don’t.”

AND POPPY MAKES THREE

Design follow the couple into their personal lives — including raising their daughter Poppy, who they had by surrogacy in 2015.“I’ve only done reality television. Nate’s never done it. He’s always been hosting or had his talk show. So I was a little bit nervous to see how it would pan out,” explains Brent. Nevertheless, they wanted to invite audiences into their home in the same way that homeowners were inviting the designers into theirs. “It was all about the most intimate moments we could share with our family — because these [homeowners had] shared that.” And so we see moments with the family playing and parenting and planning for the future. “All that stuff just kind of happened really organically. We had a really amazing showrunner, and TLC was great. They were like: ‘Okay, we’re going to follow the way you lead us,’” he says.

Initially, they were not sure how Poppy would react to the cameras.

“The first day I was like, ‘Okay, well, let’s just ease her into this. It’s going to be weird, but Daddy’s here!’ And she walked in and she goes, ‘Hey guys!’ She starts talking to everybody,and I was like, ‘Oh Lord!” Brent remembers. “It’s like she was almost too good — like [a young] Drew Barrymore! I was like, ‘What’s happening?’”

Brent tells me that he and Berkus are in the process of trying to have a second child, and he admits to feeling a familiar sense of trepidation.

“Having a child is like a type of vulnerability that nobody really prepares you for,” he says. “The luxury that we had with surrogacy,” he adds, “is that we had the time and the space to have some really important conversations with each other.”Primary among their goals for Poppy was to provide her a life free of rigid expectations.“She can be who she wants and do what she wants. We’re gonna teach her how to be a good person,” he elaborates, “but she doesn’t need to be a doctor for me; she doesn’t need to be a decorator. She doesn’t need to be anything! And that’s the gift we’re going to try to give both of the kids.”

As a gay parent, he worries about government forces that would seek to limit or deny the rights of gay people to be parents — partly because of the message it sends to future generations. “I’m concerned about the ways that affects kids that are gay — who are looking at a system where they don’t feel like they’re validated,” he says.“Never mind your political affiliation,” he adds.“It’s about human decency.”

“I LOVED THE REACTION FROM THE SHOW,” ADMITS BRENT. “RANDOM PEOPLE — including husbands, wives, kids, whatever — come up and give me

hugs! They’re like, ‘I cried with you!’ And I cry with them!” He loves that what started out as a home-makeover show “became a show about humanity, and the fact that we are a gay family, living openly and honestly [and we’ve] connected with all different types of people. It didn’t matter the religion, it didn’t matter skin color, it didn’t matter — any of it. It was about the idea of us coming in and looking at people and saying, ‘We see ■ you and we hear you,’ and helping people live beautifully.”

FOR MORE, FOLLOW BRENT ON TWITTER @JEREMIAHBRENT AND CATCH UP WITH NATE AND JEREMIAH BY DESIGN AT TLC.COM.

In addition to the rescue renovations, episodes of Nate and Jeremiah by METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

45

What is TRUVADA for PrEP?

Who should not take TRUVADA for PrEP?

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

Ask your healthcare provider if you have questions about how to prevent getting HIV. Always practice safer sex and use condoms to lower the chance of sexual contact with body fluids. Never reuse or share needles or other items that have body fluids on them.

Do not take TRUVADA for PrEP if you: ® Already have HIV-1 infection or if you do not know your HIV-1 status. If you are HIV-1 positive, you need to take other medicines with TRUVADA to treat HIV-1. TRUVADA by itself is not a complete treatment for HIV-1. If you have HIV-1 and take only TRUVADA, your HIV-1 may become harder to treat over time. ® Also take certain medicines to treat hepatitis B infection.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION What is the most important information I should know about TRUVADA for PrEP? Before taking TRUVADA for PrEP: ® You must be HIV-negative before you start taking TRUVADA for PrEP. You must get tested to make sure that you do not already have HIV-1. Do not take TRUVADA to reduce the risk of getting HIV-1 unless you are confirmed to be HIV-negative. ® Many HIV-1 tests can miss HIV-1 infection in a person who has recently become infected. If you have flu-like symptoms, you could have recently become infected with HIV-1. Tell your healthcare provider if you had a flu-like illness within the last month before starting or at any time while taking TRUVADA for PrEP. Symptoms of new HIV-1 infection include tiredness, fever, joint or muscle aches, headache, sore throat, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, night sweats, and/or enlarged lymph nodes in the neck or groin.

While taking TRUVADA for PrEP: ® You must continue to use safer sex practices. Just taking TRUVADA for PrEP may not keep you from getting HIV-1. ® You must stay HIV-negative to keep taking TRUVADA for PrEP: ® Get tested for HIV-1 at least every 3 months. ® If you think you were exposed to HIV-1, tell your healthcare provider right away. ® To further help reduce your risk of getting HIV-1: ® Know your HIV status and the HIV status of your partners. ® Get tested for other sexually transmitted infections. Other infections make it easier for HIV to infect you. ® Get information and support to help reduce risky sexual behavior, such as having fewer sex partners. ® Do not miss any doses of TRUVADA. Missing doses may increase your risk of getting HIV-1 infection. ® If you do become HIV-1 positive, you need more medicine than TRUVADA alone to treat HIV-1. TRUVADA by itself is not a complete treatment for HIV-1. If you have HIV-1 and take only TRUVADA, your HIV-1 may become harder to treat over time.

TRUVADA can cause serious side effects: ® Worsening of hepatitis B (HBV) infection. TRUVADA is not approved to treat HBV. If you have HBV and stop taking TRUVADA, your HBV may suddenly get worse. Do not stop taking TRUVADA without first talking to your healthcare provider, as they will need to monitor your health.

What are the other possible side effects of TRUVADA for PrEP? Serious side effects of TRUVADA may also include: ® Kidney problems, including kidney failure. Your healthcare provider may do blood tests to check your kidneys before and during treatment with TRUVADA. If you develop kidney problems, your healthcare provider may tell you to stop taking TRUVADA. ® Too much lactic acid in your blood (lactic acidosis), which is a serious but rare medical emergency that can lead to death. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get these symptoms: weakness or being more tired than usual, unusual muscle pain, being short of breath or fast breathing, stomach pain with nausea and vomiting, cold or blue hands and feet, feel dizzy or lightheaded, or a fast or abnormal heartbeat. ® Severe liver problems, which in rare cases can lead to death. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get these symptoms: skin or the white part of your eyes turns yellow, dark “tea-colored” urine, light-colored stools, loss of appetite for several days or longer, nausea, or stomach-area pain. ® Bone problems, including bone pain, softening, or thinning, which may lead to fractures. Your healthcare provider may do tests to check your bones.

Common side effects in people taking TRUVADA for PrEP are stomach-area (abdomen) pain, headache, and decreased weight. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effects that bother you or do not go away.

What should I tell my healthcare provider before taking TRUVADA for PrEP? ® All your health problems. Be sure to tell your healthcare provider if you have or have had any kidney, bone, or liver problems, including hepatitis. ® If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if TRUVADA can harm your unborn baby. If you become pregnant while taking TRUVADA for PrEP, talk to your healthcare provider to decide if you should keep taking TRUVADA. ® If you are breastfeeding (nursing) or plan to breastfeed. Do not breastfeed. If you become HIV-positive, HIV can be passed to the baby in breast milk. ® All the medicines you take, including prescription and over-thecounter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. TRUVADA may interact with other medicines. Keep a list of all your medicines and show it to your healthcare provider and pharmacist when you get a new medicine. ® If you take certain other medicines with TRUVADA, your healthcare provider may need to check you more often or change your dose.

These medicines include certain medicines to treat hepatitis C (HCV) infection.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.FDA.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Please see Important Facts about TRUVADA for PrEP including important warnings on the following page.

We’re adventurous, not reckless.

We know who we are. And we make choices that fit our lives.

TRUVADA for PrEP™ is a once-daily prescription medicine that can help reduce the risk of getting HIV-1 when taken every day and used together with safer sex practices. ® TRUVADA for PrEP is only for adults who are at high risk of getting HIV through sex. ® You must be HIV-negative before you start taking TRUVADA for PrEP.

Ask your doctor about your risk of getting HIV-1 infection and if TRUVADA for PrEP may be right for you.

Learn more at truvada.com

IMPORTANT FACTS

This is only a brief summary of important information about taking TRUVADA for PrEPTM (pre-exposure prophylaxis) to help reduce the risk of getting HIV-1 infection. This does not replace talking to your healthcare provider about your medicine.

(tru-VAH-dah) MOST IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT TRUVADA FOR PrEP Before starting TRUVADA for PrEP: • You must be HIV-1 negative. You must get tested to make sure that you do not already have HIV-1. Do not take TRUVADA for PrEP to reduce the risk of getting HIV-1 unless you are confirmed to be HIV-1 negative.

• Many HIV-1 tests can miss HIV-1 infection in a person who has recently become infected. Symptoms of new HIV-1 infection include flu-like symptoms, tiredness, fever, joint or muscle aches, headache, sore throat, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, night sweats, and/or enlarged lymph nodes in the neck or groin. Tell your healthcare provider if you have had a flu-like illness within the last month before starting TRUVADA for PrEP. While taking TRUVADA for PrEP: • You must continue to use safer sex practices. Just taking TRUVADA for PrEP may not keep you from getting HIV-1.

• You must stay HIV-negative to keep taking TRUVADA for PrEP. Get tested for HIV-1 at least every 3 months while taking TRUVADA for PrEP. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you think you were exposed to HIV-1 or have a flu-like illness while taking TRUVADA for PrEP. • If you do become HIV-1 positive, you need more medicine than TRUVADA alone to treat HIV-1. If you have HIV-1 and take only TRUVADA, your HIV-1 may become harder to treat over time.

• See the “How To Further Reduce Your Risk” section for more information.

TRUVADA may cause serious side effects, including: • Worsening of hepatitis B (HBV) infection. TRUVADA is not approved to treat HBV. If you have HBV, your HBV may suddenly get worse if you stop taking TRUVADA. Do not stop taking TRUVADA without first talking to your healthcare provider, as they will need to check your health regularly for several months.

ABOUT TRUVADA FOR PrEP TRUVADA for PrEP is a prescription medicine used together with safer sex practices to help reduce the risk of getting HIV-1 through sex. This use is only for HIV-negative adults who are at high risk of getting HIV-1.

• To help determine your risk of getting HIV-1, talk openly with your healthcare provider about your sexual health.

Do NOT take TRUVADA for PrEP if you: • Already have HIV-1 infection or if you do not know your HIV-1 status.

• Take certain medicines to treat hepatitis B infection.

HOW TO TAKE TRUVADA FOR PrEP • Take 1 tablet once a day, every day, not just when you think you have been exposed to HIV-1.

• Do not miss any doses. Missing doses may increase your risk of getting HIV-1 infection.

• Use TRUVADA for PrEP together with condoms and safer sex practices.

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

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF TRUVADA FOR PrEP TRUVADA can cause serious side effects, including: • Those in the “Most Important Information About TRUVADA for PrEP” section.

• New or worse kidney problems, including kidney failure.

• Too much lactic acid in your blood (lactic acidosis), which is a serious but rare medical emergency that can lead to death. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get these symptoms: weakness or being more tired than usual, unusual muscle pain, being short of breath or fast breathing, stomach pain with nausea and vomiting, cold or blue hands and feet, feel dizzy or lightheaded, or a fast or abnormal heartbeat.

• Severe liver problems, which in rare cases can lead to death. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get these symptoms: skin or the white part of your eyes turns yellow, dark “tea-colored” urine, light-colored stools, loss of appetite for several days or longer, nausea, or stomach-area pain.

• Bone problems.

Common side effects in people taking TRUVADA for PrEP include stomach-area (abdomen) pain, headache, and decreased weight.

These are not all the possible side effects of TRUVADA. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have any new symptoms while taking TRUVADA for PrEP. Your healthcare provider will need to do tests to monitor your health before and during treatment with TRUVADA for PrEP.

BEFORE TAKING TRUVADA FOR PrEP Tell your healthcare provider if you: • Have or have had any kidney, bone, or liver problems, including hepatitis.

• Have any other medical conditions.

• Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

• Are breastfeeding (nursing) or plan to breastfeed. Do not breastfeed. If you become HIV-positive, HIV can pass to the baby in breast milk.

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take: • Keep a list that includes all prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements, and show it to your healthcare provider and pharmacist.

• Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist about medicines that should not be taken with TRUVADA for PrEP.

HOW TO FURTHER REDUCE YOUR RISK • Know your HIV status and the HIV status of your partners.

• Get tested for other sexually transmitted infections. Other infections make it easier for HIV to infect you.

• Get information and support to help reduce risky sexual behavior, such as having fewer sex partners.

• Do not share needles or personal items that can have blood or body fluids on them.

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

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

TRUVADA FOR PREP, the TRUVADA FOR PREP Logo, the TRUVADA Blue Pill Design, TRUVADA, GILEAD, and the GILEAD Logo are trademarks of Gilead Sciences, Inc., or its related companies. All other marks referenced herein are the property of their respective owners.

Version date: April 2017 © 2017 Gilead Sciences, Inc. All rights reserved. TVDC0110 07/17

METROHIV

Bath Curtain

BATH CURTAIN BY HUGH STEERS COURTESY ESTATE OF HUGH STEERS / ALEXANDER GRAY ASSOCIATES.

No Place Like Home An exhibition showcases art that explores the early years of the epidemic from a very personal perspective. BY JEFF SIMMONS AS THE AIDS CRISIS UNFOLDED DURING ITS EARLY DECADES,

even the hidden spaces of domestic life became sites of showing resistance and proving resilience for New York City activists and artists. Often out of necessity, homes became places for community support, political action,and creative possibility.

A new exhibition at the Museum of the City of New York elucidates the compassion and ingenuity of New Yorkers supporting people living with HIV and AIDS. AIDS at Home features paintings, sculpture, photos and video — alongside archival objects from activist groups and support programs — that illustrate oft-untold intimate stories of HIV and AIDS. “AIDS at Home humanizes a dark chapter in the city’s history by shedding light on the emotional bonds forged in times of crisis, as well as the activist and creative responses born of necessity,” says Whit-

ney Donhauser, who is the Museum’s Ronay Menschel Director.

Separated into three distinct sections, the exhibition escorts visitors through the first two decades of the epidemic, focusing on caretaking networks, housing and homelessness and family and kinship. The exhibition includes works from more than 20 artists — including those well-known, emerging, and newly discovered — as well as contributions from activist and support groups.

“The idea of the show is to really look at HIV and AIDS through a new lens, focusing on home,” says curator Stephen Vider. “A lot of the history that is primarily circulated about HIV and AIDS focuses on public activism, public representation and medical history. Looking at HIV and AIDS through the lens of home allows us to get more personal stories.”

METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTMEBER 2017

49

Eric Sawyer and Luis Lopez-Detres

Self-Portrait (Reality Sets In)

FROM AIDS AT HOME: (Above, Left) Eric Sawyer is one of the founding members Housing Works, created in 1990 to advocate for supportive housing for people living with HIV/AIDS. Luis López-Detrés was a member of the Latino Caucus and Global AIDS Action Caucus of ACT UP and later became editor of SIDAahora, the first HIV/AIDS magazine in Spanish. (Above, Right) Diagnosed with HIV as a teenager, photographer Luna Luis Ortiz documented his life and the lives of friends throughout the 1990s. He now works as a youth educator for GMHC.

A portion of the exhibition focuses specifically on caretaking efforts, including Gay Men’s Health Crisis’ groundbreaking “buddy” program and the work of God’s Love We Deliver. There are also tributes to the organizations that emerged in response to the crisis, such as Housing Works, and reflections on gentrification and conditions within city-funded housing. As a whole, the space exudes an aura of cozy familiarity: the walls adorned with wallpaper and moldings created by artists to reflect a homelike setting.

“We recognize that for many people coming to the museum, this is a history that is deeply personal and emotional, so we wanted to create a space that would feel like home so that people would feel comfortable accessing these memories,” he says.

Vider curated the exhibition as he worked on his first book, Queer Belongings: Gay Men, Lesbians and the

50

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

Politics of Home After WWII ( for University of Chicago Press), which delves into the history of home, LGBT life and politics.

As visitors make their way to the end of the exhibition, they are presented with a new original documentary that examines the stories of three activists and artists working today. “That film brings this history to the present,”Vider says.“I really want visitors to come away with a new understanding of HIV and AIDS as an ongoing history, and one that at this moment is often under-discussed … and to feel closer to the history than they have before, to understand the intimate impact of HIV and AIDS and how the illness can be worsened by stigma and silence."

■ AIDS at Home is at the Museum of the City of New York now through October 22. For more info, visit mcny.org.

ERIC SAWYER AND LUIS LOPEZ-DETRES BY BILL BYTSURA COURTESY OF THE ARTIST. SELF-PORTRAIT BY LUNA LUIS ORTIZ COURTESY OF THE ARTIST.

METROHIV

DEVASTATION AFTER THE HURRICANE IN HAITI

Cold Is So Hot Right Now

BY JEFFREY JAMES KEYES WHEN LISA VANDERPUMP AND YOLANDA FOSTER TRIED

an intriguing, trendy wellness treatment on a recent episode of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, we had to check it out for ourselves. It’s called cryotherapy and involves being exposed to extremely low temperatures: under -200 degrees Fahrenheit.

The Housewives aren’t the only ones giving it a go. Daniel Craig is rumored to have turned to cryotherapy to maintain his James Bond physique. Lind-

52

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

say Lohan has posted cryotherapy selfies as has Mandy Moore. Alicia Keys, Demi Moore, Jennifer Aniston and Jessica Alba have also allegedly felt the chill.

Though some forms of cryotherapy were used as early as the seventeenth century, Whole Body Cryotherapy evolved in Japan in the late 1970s thanks to Dr. Toshima Yamaguchi, who started utilizing freezing treatments to address pain in arthritis patients. Since then, the process has been used to speed muscle recovery, decrease inflammation, reduce pain, ease muscle spasms, boost collagen and more.

We headed to Chill Space NYC, where Kinesiologist Dr. Joshua Kantor (with 20 years of experience helping patients overcome pain, illness and disease) provides cryotherapy treatments to weary New Yorkers.“One of the ‘off label’ uses for cryosauna is for mild cases of depression and melancholy,” he explains. “I have personally seen a patient’s entire demeanor improve after a few sessions; cryo is like exercise for your nervous system and physiology. It promotes health by imparting a positive stress that your body adapts to, which promotes healing.”

Using the latest technology, Kantor and company uses a special cryosauna that pulsates nitrogen mist at a temperature of -220 degrees Fahrenheit. The threeminute hyper-cooling process is exhilarating. First, you wipe all moisture off your body, then step into the cyrosauna, which lowers the subject’s skin temperature to 40 degrees and produces an immediate rush of endorphins. Dr. Kantor recommended turning around a few times during the treatment and was on hand to snap pictures, contribute insights and offer friendly encouragement.

The kind of technology at Chill Space NYC is also fast becoming a staple for professional sports teams, replacing the old school ice baths. The doctor says that athletes increasingly come in for cryotherapy after intense workout sessions, so they can recover fully and get back into the game more quickly.

Cryotherapy can also increase metabolism. During a three-minute treatment, the body can burn roughly 300-600 calories. Even better, the endorphins released during a cryotherapy session feel fabulous.

This sensation, similar to a “runners high” may make you inclined to laugh, feel an inspiring head rush and return to your day with a new perspective and increased sense of well-being. For the ultimate in bliss, you may also find it beneficial to pair the sudden jolt of cryotherapy with something bit more soothing.

Options include an infrared sauna or a floatation therapy session. chillspacenyc.com ■

PHOTO COURTESY CHILL SPACE NYC

HEALTH

HEALTH

Mackerel and Melon

BY GAYLE VAN WELY MACKEREL WAS NEVER ONE OF MY GO-TO FISH WHEN ORDERING OUT UNLESS I WAS DINIG AT A HIGH END SUSHI BAR, but

a few years ago I decided to entertain a few guests with this light mackerel dish and was so pleased with the outcome that it’s become a staple. Its marinade and torched skin transform the oily fishy into a crispy, meltin-your-mouth flavor bomb. Mackerel also provides health benefits; among both fresh and saltwater fish, it’s got one of the highest concentration in Omega-3 acids, which lower your blood pressure and raises your good cholesterol. Plus watermelon boasts vitamins A, B6, C, lycopene, antioxidants, amino acids and even a modest amount of potassium — helping to make this unlikely pairing a healthy hit that serves four.

INGREDIENTS

PHOTO BY GAYLE VAN WELY

MACKEREL 1/2 cup mirin 1/2 low sodium soy sauce 2 tbsp sake 1 tbsp caster sugar 2 chips dry galangal ginger Juice from 1/2 a lemon 2 whole mackerel fillets, with pin bones removed and sliced down to make 4 fillets 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil GARNISH 1/2 whole watermelon 12 shiso leaves 3 scallions sliced 1/4” diagonally 2” fresh ginger julienne sliced Nasturtium leaves

PREPARATION MACKEREL 1. Heat the mirin, soy sauce, sake, sugar and galangal ginger. Bring to a boil, reduce to low, then remove from the heat. Pour into a jar, and mix in the sesame oil and lemon. Pour the mixture into a container large enough to hold the fillets.

2. When the mixture has cooled, place the mackerel fillets into the container flesh-side down. Set aside to marinate for 20 minutes.

3. Remove mackerel from the marinade. Pat skin with a paper towel. To prevent curling of the skin during cooking, make several diagonal scores in the skin, cross the length of each fillet.

4. Place the fillets on a sheet pan lined with foil. Skin side up, drizzle the mackerel with grapeseed oil, and gently blowtorch the skin side until charred. Gently torch the flesh side until slightly cooked through. Then season with freshly ground black pepper.

5. Slice 4 diagonal pieces of seedless watermelon 1/4” thick, about the same length as the individual fillets.

6. For plating, place 3 shiso leaves on the center of the plate. Lay the watermelon slice followed by the mackerel. At one corner, diagonally place the scallions and ginger along with nasturtium leaves. Gently drizzle with shiso soy sauce and serve.

METROSOURCE.COM AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

53

HEALTH

The Future of Fitness?

Traditional gyms leaving you fatigued? Consider these alternative gyms to help wake up your fitness routine.

By Jeffrey James Keyes ALREADY HAVE A GYM YOU LOVE? THAT’S GREAT. BUT MANY PEOPLE FIND

MARK FISHER FITNESS What do Broadway, unicorns, hot bodies, and ninja armies have in common? Mark Fisher Fitness. Its secret to success is a radically inclusive community. MFF describes their group classes as “like an orgy, but without all that awkwardness and messy cleanup.” Every four weeks they serve up a new menu of group classes, continuously changing your workouts to help avoid plateaus. Both MFF locations (Hell’s Kitchen and Lower East Side) market themselves as anti-gyms, and refer to their venues as “Ninja Clubhouses,” where clients can become stealthy badasses.

MFF offerings include group classes, semi-private training, and their infamous “Snatched” program — a six-week intensive designed to boost your sense of health and hotness. Snatched in Six Weeks features three kettle bell and body weight-based group classes per week, nutritional coaching and daily education emails, a workbook, before-and-after workshops (including before-and-after pictures — plus “glitter, dragons, and magical unicorn rides (weather permitting).”There are also Snatched sequels: Snatched II features advanced exercises and techniques, while Snatched X challenges ninjas to set new personal records for strength, conditioning and confidence.

Classes include a balance of serious strenth training and major fun (including an occasional class theme like Madonna Day, Neon Day or Pirate Day). The “Snatchery” walls are covered in graffiti-style motivational quotes, unicorn details, superhero-like posters of their trainers and images of sweaty ninjas smiling. At the end of each Snatched cycle there is a notorious “no pants party,” where everyone celebrates their

54

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

THIS PAGE: MARK FISHER ON A DRAGON COURTESY OF MARK FISHER FITNESS. OPPOSITE PAGE: COURTESY RISE NATION.

themselves unmotivated to return to a traditional gym setting, and to meet their needs, alternative gyms across the country are attempting to entice potential clients with something different: specialization, a sense of community, one-on-one training and whole-person fitness philosophies. We identified two — Rise Nation in Los Angeles and Mark Fisher Fitness in New York City — to get a sense of how they’re reinventing the idea of getting fit.

progress and winners are awarded prizes.

Elsewhere in the Ninja clubhouse, members take classes like “Kick-Ass Conditioning” and “Superhero Strength.” Classes change format to keep everyone on their toes with exercises like themed-burpees (my favorite is the “Stranger Things Burpee”) and are generously peppered with high fives, jumping jacks, dance breaks, games and booty slaps. Things get extra steamy in the intimate “Circuit Party” classes where ninjas move between a range of (often unconventional) fitness activities at more of an accelerated pace. Newbies join MFF by going to a“Ninja Baptism” where they gain the fundamental fitness skills and nutritional knowledge to begin their journeys. Much of the clientele (and many of the trainers) come from an extensive theater background; so be prepared to “Sing Out, Louise!” as you hurl heavy objects around the room. It’s a workout and lifestyle change like no other. markfisherfitness.com RISE NATION Rise Nation takes the idea behind Phys Ed rope climbing to a whole new level. This unique group studio fitness experience was developed by celebrity trainer Jason Walsh. The concept offers a total body workout in a half hour, focused on the instinctual movement of climbing. Their VersaClimber is a proven tool with a low risk of injury that helps individuals burn 600-800 calories per 30 minute session. Climbing movement works both upper and lower muscle groups, while also keeping the body upright and in a comfortable position with minimal impact on bones and joints.

There are three levels of Rise Nation classes: Level One: Intro, Level Two: The Climb, and Level Three: Extreme. In Level One, the estimated climb is 7002500 feet. This slower-paced class focuses on instruction of proper form and understanding of the movements. Level 2 is a tempo/rhythm class utilizing the beat of the music to inspire climbers to reach 15003500 feet. Level Three is a high-intensity, extreme elevation class using timed intervals to achieve a high caloric burn and a height of 2500-6000 feet.

After classes, Rise Nation invites everyone to relax and enjoy their patio overlooking West Hollywood and the Hollywood Hills. Their community table is a great spot to recover, stretch and make friends after class. Celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and Emma Stone have been spotted at the studio (at 613 N. La Cienega Boulevard). And if you’re training to be an action superhero, it’s worth noting that Walsh helped sculpt Matt Damon’s buff body for the Bourne movies and Bradley Cooper’s for American Sniper. rise-nation.com ■

SAVE UP TO 41% OFF THE COVER PRICE Yes! I want all the fabulous that’s fit to print!

Please send me 6 issues (one year) for just $19.95.* (a savings of 33%) Please send me 12 issues for $34.95.* (a savings of 41%)

Please check the edition that you want:

NY Edition

LA Edition

National Edition

Name______________________________________________________________ Address____________________________________________________________ City________________________________ State____________Zip____________ Email______________________________ Payment enclosed Bill me * Add $2.50 per issue for foreign mailing, including Canada. Credit Card #______________________________________Exp. date_________ Complete this and send with check or M.O. to: Metrosource c/o Davler Media 498 7th Ave., 10th Fl. New York, 10018 or go to metrosource.com.

METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

55

METROHIV

Well Enough to Eat? Making smart choices about nutrition. BY SCOTT KRAMER, LCSW-R

Common

but when living with HIV, there may be additional dietary concerns to keep yourself feeling healthy.

We spoke to holistic health coach Timothy Stahl (timothyericnutrition.com) and took away helpful information about managing your diet.

VITAMIN MINIMUMS Make whole organic foods the cornerstones of your diet and be certain you are getting all the nutrition you need. People living with HIV may have trouble absorbing certain vitamins and minerals — such as zinc, iron, selenium and B12, so make sure to consult with your doctor and dietitian to stay aware of any nutrients lacking in your diet. But also discuss any dietary or herbal supplements with your health team before taking them, as they can interact with certain medications.

PROTEIN PLEASE People living with HIV may have higher protein needs, as protein is important to the body’s function on the cellular level — including repairing damage

56

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

and building new cells; it’s also essential for creating hormones, enzymes and parts of the immune system. Sources of protein can include lean meat, poultry, fish, low-fat dairy, eggs and legumes, but for optimal health, experts recommend limiting your intake of red meat to once or twice a month or fully investing in a fish and plant-based diet.

SAFETY FIRST Food poisoning is not fun for anyone, but if your immune system is weakened, you may be even more vulnerable. So avoid eating raw animal products or drinking water from lakes or rivers. Wash fruits and vegetables and use separate knives and cutting boards when preparing raw meat and produce.

COUNT ON CALORIES When you are not feeling well because of symptoms or side effects, good nutrition becomes even more crucial for recovery — though you may not be inclined to eat. Talk to your dietitian about strategies to pack calories into your day even when going through periods when eating is a challenge.

■

THIS PAGE: PHOTO COURTEST ISTOCK.COM/PEOPLEIMAGES

NUTRITION CAN BE A COMPLEX SUBJECT TO BEGIN WITH,

WHO SHOULD GET TESTED FOR HIV? EVERYONE.

See how often testing is recommended.

Visit HelpStopTheVirus.com © 2015 Gilead Sciences, Inc. All rights reserved. UNBC1858 03/15

AUTOFOCUS

Volvo S90 - Exterior

The Fine Lines Volvo S90 - Interior

THERE CAN BE A FINE LINE BETWEEN AUTOMOTIVE DESIG-

signs that will be admired for ages and others which should have been sent back to the drawing board.

“Good design is about the beauty of line,”says Robert Cumberford, Automotive Design Editor for Automobile magazine. Cumberford compares the emotional sensation of seeing a well-designed car to noticing an attractive person. "You don't necessarily want the person,"he explains, "but it is a plus."

So what aspects of automotive design tend to draw the eye? Lines that sweep unimpeded from front to rear tend to offer an attractive sense of motion. The Mercedes-Benz 2018 E-Class coupe (pictured, right) recalls a classic Mercedes Gullwing with its twin hood bulges, while also smoothing the harder angles of the past into more contemporary curves.

Volvo’s flagship S90 sedan (pictured, top) also offers beautifully rendered lines — with a long hood

58

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

Volvo S90 - Interior

Mercedes-Benz 2018 E-Class Coupe

and shorter trunk lid that convey a sense of performance. Meanwhile, its interior (pictured, above, middle) boasts burnished wood and laseretched edges that speaks to its Scandinavian design roots.

Two models can be designed to function similarly but appear aesthetically quite different based on their lines of design. Let's say your

THIS PAGE AND FACING PAGE: ALL IMAGES COURTESY OF THE RESPECTIVE MANUFACTURERS

Design that communicates what lies within. BY CASEY WILLIAMS

Lexus LC 500

goal is to transport five passengers swiftly and comfortably. You could end up with with a beefy BMW 5-series or the longer, sleeker Lincoln Continental (pictured, right).

Design can also help expand a brand’s direction. The 2018 Lexus LC (pictured, above) has a large"spindle grille” up front that ties it to the Lexus luxury tradition. But note the design details — like its bulging haunches, deep air inlets and jewel-like bladed lamps — that hint at the cutting-edge performance offered by its V8 and hybrid powertrains.

For further evidence of design that seems intended to telegraph power, consider the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio (pictured, bottom right). Its muscular flanks and “plunging neckline” grille seem to beckon drivers to take the 505 horsepower twin-turbo V6 and rock it out on the open road to 191 mph.

Ultimately, great auto design makes drivers feel something — from a desire to reach out and caress a fender to a need to jump in and stomp the throttle.

As Nissan’s former design chief Shiro Nakamura once said, “Design is communicating emotion from designer to customer.” And whether they’re creating a sense of slick speed or powerful performance, these designs are definitely putting ideas in our heads. ■

Lincoln Continental

Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio

WE SEEK OUT SPECTACULAR ARCHITECTURE, FAB FOOD AND WINE, SPLENDID SCENERY AND UNFORGETTABLE ART IN NEW YORK — AND WE’RE NOT TALKING ABOUT THE CITY.

BY MARK THOMPSON

THROUGHOUT MY CHILDHOOD, NEW YORK CITY BECKONED LIKE A SIREN. I FELT far away upstate in Ithaca where university students wore punny

t-shirts that proclaimed “Ithaca is Gorges.” And it really is gorgeous — particularly in summer and autumn, when Cayuga Lake (the longest of the Finger Lakes at 40 miles) shimmers with sailboats amid a multicolored quilt of fall foliage. But in 1977, when the “I Love NY” advertising campaign debuted with Broadway stars singing its catchy jingle, I was a tap-dance loving gay boy for whom the song was all about the city.

However now, as the campaign marks its 40th anniversary, I have grown to appreciate it as a celebration of all ten of the state’s other vacation destinations — which include Greater Niagara, the Adirondacks, Hudson Valley, the Catskills, Thousand Islands Seaway and Finger Lakes.

ESCAPE FROM THE BIG APPLE Given the blinding brightness of the city’s appeal for tourists (with nearly 62 million visitors in 2016), the state of New York sometimes seems to

THIS PAGE: FINGER LAKES PHOTO COURTESY NEW YORK STATE TOURISM

EXPLORING THE EMPIRE STATE BEYOND THE FIVE BOROUGHS

Glenmere Mansion

THIS PAGE: GLENMERE PHOTO COURTESY THE GLENMERE MANSION

The Finger Lakes

linger in the city’s shadow. But not so long ago, many urban New Yorkers were anxious to flee in the opposite direction — with people of means and social standing desperate to escape the ills of the city and head to their “Great Camps” in the Adirondacks.

Financier J.P. Morgan used to escape in a private Pullman railcar furnished with four bedrooms, a full kitchen, private baths and crew quarters — bound for his estate Camp Uncas in the Adirondacks. Today, the Adirondack Park’s six million acres includes approximately 35 former Great Camps of wealthy industrialists such as those of the Vanderbilts and Rockefellers, whose way of life required extensive domestic staffs of chambermaids, valets, chefs, butlers and laundresses to maintain estates nearly on the order of Downton Abbey. Tours of these phenomenal spots are offered by Adirondack Architectural Heritage (aarch.org), the nonprofit historic preservation organization for Adirondack Park.

During the Gilded Age (toward the end of the 1800s), Lake George was lined with the mansions of millionaires, four of whom purchased

Green Island to build The Sagamore (thesagamore.com), which opened in 1883. Now a member of Opal Collection, the Sagamore Resort offers visitors a luxury retreat on a private 70-acre island. Guests can sail along the shores of Millionaires Row aboard the Morgan, a 72-foot replica of a 19th-century touring vessel. A year-round resort with hiking trails, an 18-hole golf course, and a full-service marina, the Sagamore also makes a secluded island setting for weddings and honeymoons.

Similarly, in the lower Hudson Valley, New York magnate Robert Goelet built a replica of an Italian villa and christened it Glenmere (glenmeremansion.com) for the lake nearby. Throughout the Roaring Twenties, Goelet entertained there not unlike the Great Gatsby — hosting royals and heads of state alike on his 3,000-acre estate.

Glenmere’s renaissance commenced in 2010 when the 35-room Tuscan villa reopened as a member of Relais & Châteaux. Designed by Carrère and Hastings — the architects renowned for Manhattan’s Beaux-Arts New York Public Library — Glenmere offers 18 rooms and suites named for various luminaries such as Vanderbilt and Ogden.

Guests at Glenmere in search of cultural pursuits head to Dia:Beacon (diaart.org). The former Nabisco box printing factory situated on the banks of the Hudson River houses the Dia Art Foundation’s collection of art from the 1960s to the present. Also nearby is one of the world’s leading sculpture parks: Storm King Art Center (stormking.org), an openair museum encompassing nearly 500 acres. More than 100 sculptures can be found among the fields, hills and woodlands. The surrounding area also includes the Harness Racing Museum, the 11-mile Heritage Trail, and U.S. Military Academy at West Point — in addition to Woodbury Commons (premiumoutlets.com) for those in search of retail therapy.

DAYS OF WINE AND GLASS Upstate New York has hosted its share of historic music events, including Woodstock in 1969 and the 1973 Summer Jam at Watkins Glen, which METROSOURCE.COM AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

61

set a world record for the largest music festival with 600,000 attendees (nearly twice as many as Woodstock). What was also happening during those years was the establishment of a burgeoning viticulture industry

62

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

This Page: Pavilion ResTauRanT PhoTo couRTesy of The ResTauRanT • coRning museum PhoTo couRTesy of The museum

Corning Museum

in the Finger Lakes that has subsequently become the nation’s largest wine-growing region east of California.

More than 100 wineries are located within the Finger Lakes’ microclimate. Notable for its signature Riesling, the region is celebrated for its aromatic whites, which can be savored by following any of the four wine trails that meander along Seneca, Cayuga, Keuka and Canandaigua lakes. The region also produces ciders, meads, and spirits, all of which are showcased at events such as the annual Finger Lakes Wine Festival (flwinefest.com).

The fine art of wine-making also flourishes on Long Island, where 50 such operations produce a half million cases of wine annually. Long Island also offers a wealth of beaches — including those of Fire Island, which remain as enticing as Oz to the gay community.

Close by, Gold Coast mansions line the North Shore where Gatsby once pined for Daisy in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s masterpiece. Visitors in search of Jazz Age opulence might opt for an overnight stay at Oheka Castle (oheka.com), which was the erstwhile residence of financier Otto Kahn and served as inspiration for Gatsby’s palatial digs. Once America’s second largest private home, it’s now a 32-room luxury hotel listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Jazz Age tycoons furnished their mansions with treasures created

New York State Viticulture

This Page: PhoTo couRTesy of The new yoRk boaRd of TouRsim

by artists such as Louis Comfort Tiffany, whose glass mosaics can be viewed throughout New York State. A Tiffany Driving Tour leads from New York City to The Pavilion western New York and showcases more than 50 pieces dating from the 1890s through the 1920s.

An exhibition of Tiffany’s Glass Mosaics can be viewed at the Corning Museum of Glass (cmog.org) through the end of 2017. Founded in 1951 in honor of the centennial of Corning Glass Works, the museum presents more than 45,000 objects chronicling 3,500 years of glass-making history in a building designed by the same architect behind the U.N., Lincoln Center and the original home of the MoMA.

FOR EVERY TASTE In Ithaca, the Johnson Museum of Art on the campus of Cornell University was built in 1968 by the great I.M. Pei. Famed for its concrete façade, the museum houses more than 35,000 works in its permanent collection, including two stained glass windows by Frank Lloyd Wright.

Nestled among gorges and waterfalls, Cornell’s 745-acre campus offers spectacular vistas of the lake and surrounding landscape. Graduates of the university’s hotel school have opened bars and restaurants in the Ithaca area, which makes the town of 30,000 a foodie paradise — with more restaurants per capita than even New York City. Restaurateurs turn to Ithica’s famed farmers’ markets to help source the farm-totable comestibles at restaurants such as Moosewood (moosewoodcooks. com), which has spearheaded the evolution of sustainable vegetarian cuisine here and in the process has become one of the “most influential

restaurants of the 20th century,” according to Bon Appétit.

Photography and film aficionados might consider a visit to Rochester’s Eastman Museum (eastman.org), the world’s oldest museum dedicated to photography. Located in a historic Colonial Revival mansion (once home to the founder of the Eastman Kodak Company), its formal gardens and conservatory underwent a restoration in 1990. It’s as imposing as the Hollywood stand-in where Montgomery Clift (playing George Eastman) crossed its threshold in hot pursuit of Liz Taylor in the 1951 Academy Award-winning classic, A Place in the Sun. For more art, consider Saratoga Springs, home to the fabled artists’ community Yaddo (yaddo.org). The 400-acre estate once belonged to financier Spencer Trask and writer Katrina Trask. For more than 90 years, the mansion and its surrounding studios have housed artists who have collectively amassed 66 Pulitzer Prizes (and numerous other awards).

The Yaddo Gardens are free and open to the public year-round.

Another draw for visitors is the famous mineral springs that gave the town its name. Thanks to the development of European-style spas in the 19th century, Saratoga Springs became home to numerous grand hotels, including the Pavilion Grand Hotel (paviliongrandhotel.com), originally built in 1819, and The Adelphi (theadelphihotel.com), which reopens this summer following a meticulous restoration.

Other local institutions include the Saratoga Race Course — which has been hosting thoroughbred races for more than 150 years — and the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. For many, summers in Saratoga Springs have become synonymous with the New York City Ballet, which has held residencies there since 1966, often showcasing choreography by such great gay choreographers as Jerome Robbins.

■ Looking for more great reasons LGBT travelers can say “I Love New York”?

Visit iloveny.com/lgbt.

Dr. Demetre, Queer Health Warrior

Staying healthy starts with telling your doctor EVERYTHING. That includes discussing your sex life and drug use.

If you’re not comfortable with your doctor, we can help.

Call 311 or visit nyc.gov/health/LGBTQ to find an LGBTQ-knowledgeable doctor near you.

NY SCOPE through our shirts on the dance floor, the best advice we can give you is: Buy tickets early and expect the unexpected. ladygaga.com

ELEMENTS ARTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL NYC August 12–13 BROOKLYN PARTY STARTERS BANGON!NYC ARE

bringing the third annual installment of their Elements Arts & Music Festival to the Bronx with a brand new waterfront venue (1108 Oakpoint Ave.) and an action-packed weekend of festivities. Now spanning two days, this multistage music event is sure to please EDM fans and thrill-seekers alike with an all-star lineup of international talent including Toronto-based

AMIDA CARE is not for everyone. It is for those special few who take pride in who they really are. When you are in our community, you can expect:

Don’t Just Dance Finish summer strong with fantastic food, amazing festivals and a visit from Mother Monster

Comprehensive health coverage

Personal champion who works with you privately to customize your health care

Expertise in chronic medical conditions, such as HIV, behavioral health issues, and Hepatitis C Help accessing housing, job training and other support programs.

BY MEGAN VENZIN Medicaid Live Life Plus Health Plan

LADY GAGA JOANNE WORLD TOUR GAGA COURTESY TERENCE PATRICK/CBS

August 28–29 MONSTERS UNITE! THE REIGNING QUEEN OF POP IS

bringing her latest jaw-dropping production to Citi Field for two nights. The extravaganza is Gaga’s fifth headlining concert tour; this time the iconoclastic chart-topping diva is hitting the road in support of her newest studio album, Joanne. Known for live spectacles that push the envelope and boasting a catalogue that slayed the Top 40 and made us sweat

www.AmidaCareNY.org

BE YOURSELF The health plan for individuals

Call us for confidential answers: 1-855-GO-AMIDA (1-855-462-6432), TTY 711

METROSOURCE.COM AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

65

NY SCOPE

BIG GAY ROLLER SKATE! SUPER HERO EDITION August 17 GRAB YOUR CAPE AND SLAP ON YOUR EYE MASK

Electric Zoo

when you head to Lefrak Center at Lakeside Prospect Park for an unforgettable evening of socializing and roller skating at Guy Social’s Big Gay Roller Skate: Super Hero Edition. Skate rentals are included with your $18 ticket, which also provides access to a pre-event cocktail hour and unlimited skating between 7pm and 10pm. Get dolled up in your most heroic gear, because the winner of the costume contest will receive a pair of tickets to the upcoming event FLAMECON 3. us.eventbu.com

ELECTRIC ZOO: THE 6TH BORO fire eaters, aerial performances and climbable art installations to keep you wide-eyed and entertained should you decide to take a break from simply enjoying the beats. elementsfest.nyc

25 West 14th Street 212.206.9200 rsvp@insideclay.com

Train at CLAY

Membership is on Us!*

Contact us today! insideclay.com/metrosource * Some restrictions apply.

September 1–3 LABOR DAY WEEKEND IS SURE TO GET SAVAGE

as New York’s largest multi-day electronic music festival storms the city with thrilling performances carefully crafted to ignite your animal instincts. Following the resounding success of 2016’s Wild Island edition, this year’s event — Electric Zoo: The 6th Boro — is a celebration of the event’s longtime venue: Randall’s Island.

The three-day rager will be a perfect opportunity to check out this special spot (located between Manhattan, Brooklyn and the Bronx) and take your walk on the wild side. Headliners like Deadmau5, Eric Prydz, Above & Beyond, and DJ Snake will keep all the party animals hopping. electriczoofestival.com

ORIGINAL LGBT EXPO September 9–10 NEW YORK CITY’S ORIGINAL LGBT EXPO RETURNS

to the Jacob Javits Convention Center, and for the first time ever, admission is absolutely free!

The 24th annual event will focus on entertainment, education and appreciation in celebration of the LGBT community’s lasting legacy in the Big Apple and beyond. Attendees are invited to peruse exhibits, interact with vendors and enjoy presentations in the over 100,000 square foot convention center, where LGBTfriendly industries from weddings to travel will be highlighted. Expect more goods and services for attendees to purchase on the spot than ever before — all accessible via a fresh layout that promotes inclusivity and intermingling of

66

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

ELECTRIC ZOO PHOTO BY ALIVE COVERAGE ON BEHALF OF ELECTRICZOOFESTIVAL.COM

dubstep duo Zeds Dead, openly gay and always sexy GRiZ. and contemporary techno tastemaker Damian Lazarus (to name a few).

As with any BangOn!NYC production, expect

participants. “We are especially excited about collaborating with Ru Paul’s Dragcon, as they will be sharing the convention center with us on these dates,” explains event manager, Adam Ott. “They reached out to us about working in tandem, and we expect attendance for both events to skyrocket as a result of this new partnership.” Show your support by registering for your pre-qualified complimentary ticket today. thelgbtexpo.com/tickets

OKTOBERFEST NYC September 15 – October 1 MUNICH MEETS MANHATTAN IN THIS THREE-WEEK-

end celebration of all things German! Conveniently set near Manhattan’s South Street Seaport at Watermark Bar on Pier 15, this cultural bacchanalia combines authentic German beer, food, music and activities for an indoor/outdoor Euro-party meant to rival those blowouts across the Atlantic. Grab your lederhosen out and get hoist some steins. oktober-fest.nyc

BEAUTIFUL MONSTER September 19–24

RESTAURANT WEEK PHOTO COURTESY NYCGO.COM

FOLLOWING THEIR SOLD-OUT EUROPEAN TOUR,

Skint Productions UK brings their acclaimed new play Beautiful Monster off-off-Broadway for a limited overseas engagement at the Gene Frankel Theatre (24 Bond St.). Penned

by Skint’s creative director Karlton Parris, this original work explores the turmoil of Frankenstein author Mary Shelley as she awaits her impending death. In her final hours, she is confronted by disturbing visions of the past, figures from the afterlife, and ultimately, the monster of her own design. This erotic — and at times humorous — tale shines a light on the author’s maddening genius, her inner struggle and her romantic exploits. Think of it as the juicy part of the story you never got in your 12th grade lit course — with way more nudity. genefrankeltheatre.com

NYC Restaurant Week

the city’s best three-course, prix-fixe meals at a fraction of the price. Make reservations for lunch or dinner at more than 300 upscale celebrity-chef powered eateries in Manhattan

JOIN US FOR A MEMORIAL SERVICE TO REMEMBER THE FIRST RESPONDERS OF 9/11 AND THOSE WHO DIED WORKING ON THE PILE

www.stmichaelscemetery.com 72–02 Astoria Boulevard East Elmhurst, Queens NY (off the B.Q.E) 718.278.3240

NYC RESTAURANT WEEK SUMMER 2017 July 24 through August 18 IT’S THE MOST DELICIOUS TIME OF THE YEAR!

NYC Restaurant Week (which, let’s be honest, is now over three weeks long) is giving selfproclaimed foodies a chance to experience

and beyond. Indulge in critically acclaimed favorites like David Burke’s pretzel-crusted crab cake or Café Boulud’s Pâté De Campagne. nycgo.com/restaurant-week-about ■

Christopher Santora Scholarship Fund

St. Michael’s will commemorate the attacks of 9/11 this year on Saturday, September 9th at 2pm.

For the first time St. Michael’s will introduce an easy competition open to all school children.

The essay will be “what it means to be American.”

Winners will be announced on September 9th.

The Grand Prize is $1500 generously presented

by NEW YORK COMMUNITY BANK. Prizes to be used for educational purposes only for high school or college bound students.

There will be two other groups, divided by age: elementary school and junior high/intermediate School.

The first prize to the winner of each group will receive $250, second place $150 and third place $100.

There will be 3 independent judges. Tony Barsamian of the Queens Gazette and Maureen & Al Santora will aid in organizing the competition which we hope will be held yearly in conjunction with the 9/11 Memorial Service.

St. Michael’s is dedicated to the celebration of life. St. Michael’s continues to be an active participant in the lives of the citizens of New York as it has been since 1852. For Further information contact Ed Horn, Director at 718.278.3240 Refreshments Provided METROSOURCE.COM AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

67

HOTSHOPS

Ride on the Dark Side MNSTR Cycle Limelight 47 W. 20th St. New York, NY 10011 212-691-6660 themonstercycle.com REMEMBER BREAKING A SWEAT TO INDUSTRIAL

techno at Limelight back in the 90s? Decades have passed since the gothic church served as a legendary Chelsea nightclub, but its current residents are giving hearts a new reason to race. Beyond those famed red doors lies MNSTR Cycle, a moodily lit, 41-seat spin studio as sexy as it is sporty. MNSTR’s daily schedule of 45-minute “video rides” provides amateurs, health nuts and EDM enthusiasts alike with a visually immersive cardio workout experience on par with any night out on the dance floor.

Founded by celebrated New York spin instructor Michael Macneal and his health-advocating husband Demetre Daskalakis, MNSTR Cycle fills a unique niche in the Manhattan fitness scene — an unpretentious sanctuary

68

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

where riders are fully encouraged to let their freak flags fly. MNSTR staff don harnesses and collars as they lead guests into a dark room to “spin their sins away”under the instruction of a trained resident vee-jay. The sweaty aftermath would make Lady Gaga proud (appropriately, as its name pays homage to the dark-pop diva).

“After Born This Way was released in 2011, I created a playlist of Gaga videos and brought a projector to my classes,” Macneal says. “The response from my students was so overwhelming that seats would fill up weeks in advance.

That’s when we decided it was time to blow this thing out and open our own video-focused cycling studio.” MNSTR Cycle’s new Limelight location serves as an expansion to the brand’s flagship SoHo studio (182 Lafayette St.), which has been “stealing souls” since 2015. Today, both locations offer a devilish variety of dance music-infused spin classes ($33 for drop-ins), from pop to heavier “Metal Monday” and “Emo Night” theme rides.

■

PHOTO BY ASHLYN FULTON

A new way to let it all hang out at Limelight. BY MEGAN VENZIN

www.MalePlasticSurgeryNewYork.com www.MalePlasticSurgeryLA.com

60 E 56th St New York, NY (646) 350-0405

BodyBanking ™

436 North Bedford Drive Beverly Hills, CA (310) 570-2402

“Fat to Fit“ ™

METROMONY

Toddlin’ Town Marrying on Lake Michigan and planning ahead online — plus global marriage equality news.

BY JEFFREY JAMES KEYES DESTINATION WEDDINGS WED IN THE WINDY CITY

Chicago

pansive view of Lake Michigan — is a location for a wedding to remember. Activities leading up to the main event can include fun in Millennium Park, taking in a variety of masterpieces at the Art Institute of Chicago, exploring Navy Pier, shopping the Magnificent Mile, taking selfies in the picturesque Cloud Gate, or taking an Architectural Boat Tour of Chicago with the Chicago Architectural Foundation.

There are over 7,300 restaurants in the

greater Chicago area, so there’s no shortage of options for the right rehearsal dinner. THE DAWSON, (the-dawson.com) is a more casual option, situated in the heart of West Town.

THE BOARDING HOUSE (boardinghousechicago. com) offers swank options including their intimate Cellar and expansive Dining Room. Head north and you’’ll find THE MONTGOMERY CLUB (themontgomeryclub.com) is a luxurious private

event venue; their Chicago Room offers a lush nod to vintage glamor.

For the main event there is no venue quite like the historic PALMER HOUSE HILTON (palmerhousehiltonhotel.com), America’s longest continually operating hotel. In 1870, Potter Palmer gave his bride the Palmer House as an incredible wedding gift. Conveniently situated in downtown Chicago, the Palmer House has

YOUR DREAM WEDDING ON THE WATER Say “I Do” to a wedding with a view, and discover why New Yorkers are ditching landlocked venues for a wedding on the water. Customize your special day for a celebration as unique as your love.

Ceremonies & Receptions | Anniversaries | Rehearsal Dinners | Post-Wedding Brunch

ELITEPRIVATEYACHTS.COM 866.862.7245

70

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

COURTESY CITY OF CHICAGO

CHICAGO’S STUNNING CITYSCAPE — WITH ITS EX-

METROMONY hosted 9,000 weddings. Their wedding concierge works closely with couples to curate occasions in the Grand Ballroom, the legendary Empire Room (where Harry Belafonte, Louis Armstrong and Liberace have all performed) and the incredible Red Lacquer Room (pictured). Guests are greeted in opulence in the Grand Lobby, which features a ceiling of 21 Greek mythological panels.

Get the guests shaking after the ceremony with tunes from DAVID ROTHSTEIN MUSIC (drsmusic.com), TOAST & JAM (@toastandjamdjs), EASTCOAST ENTERTAINMENT (eastcoastentertainment.com) or STYLE MATTERS DJS (stylemattersdjs.com). And send them off right the next morning with Bertha’s Brownie Pancakes and Barrel Aged Maple Syrups at LOCKWOOD RESTAURANT (lockwoodrestaurant.com).

AISLE ADVICE HAND IN HAND WEDDING PLANNING EXPERIENCES CAN RANGE

from fun to dysfunctional. Fortunately you can turn to the internet for help sourcing anything from officiants to memorable comestibles. We checked out some notable online resources to see what they have to offer happy couples.

THE KNOT This internet “Personal Wedding Planner” can help you get organized with checklists and budgets, seek style inspiration and vendors, or see how friends (or past flings) are celebrating. Shop the Knot will suggest anything from save-the-dates to post-wedding essentials. theknot.com

EQUALLY WED Equally wed covers community weddings, marriage equality news and LGBT-friendly suppliers. They also offers educational conferences around the world. They address topics such as“how to find equality-minded vendors,” “timeline for hiring wedding vendors” and DIY

Palmer House Hilton

tips. The website also features heartwarming engagement stories and inspiring real wedding profiles. equallywed.com

ENGAYGED WEDDINGS.COM EnGAYgedWeddings.com focuses on serving same-sex couples by extensively evaluating all vendors before listing them on their site.

Each vendor is personally interviewed by the owners of the website to ensure they are either LGBT friendly, -operated or -owned. In addition, their site offers inspiration boards, details on marriage laws and other useful resources. engaygedweddings.com

Purple Roofs specializes in finding intimate, gay-friendly accommodations. The site features over 4,800 bed and breakfasts, hotels, vacation rentals and other properties around the world. Optimal for planning a gay friendly honeymoon, the site is also offers a range of exclusive discounts and special offers for both domestic and international accommodations. purpleroofs.com

GAY WEDDINGS A collection of over 120,000 reviewed wedding vendors — including bands, cakes, catering, attire, flowers, favors, invitations, photography and videography. Working in conjunction with WeddingWire, the site also includes advice on wedding planning, including info about book-

72

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

RED LACQUER ROOM COURTESY PALMER HOUSE HILTON

PURPLE ROOFS

ing hotel blocks, planning tools, wedding registries — plus features about same-sex engagements and weddings. gayweddings.com

WEDDING LOVELY WeddingLovely started in January 2011 as a simple directory dedicated to wedding invitation designers and grew to feature eight specialized wedding vendor directories. The site, described by founder Tracy Osborn as “forever free,” offers printable checklists, Pinterest integration, one-on-one wedding advice and more. weddinglovely.com

WED IN THE WORLD ONCE ON THESE ISLANDS THERE’S GOOD NEWS ON THE ISLANDS OF MALTA

and Tinian, progress in Germany and continued inequality in Lithuania and Russia.

MALTA The government of Malta, an archipelago in the central Mediterranean between Sicily and the North African coast, banned discrimination against sexual orientation and gender identity in 2004 and became the first country in the EU to ban conversion therapy. The government of Malta, led by President Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca, has announced they will push for more civil rights in her second term — including marriage equality.

GERMANY The lower house of the German Parliament voted to legalize same-sex marriage with 393 votes in favor and 226 in opposition. Prominent German political figures such as former European Parliament President Martin Schulz have pushed for marriage equality, and though Chancellor Angela Merkel has been outspoken against marriage equality (and voted against it), her stance softened as the nation’s Social Democrat coalition stepped up their support.

The news follows close on the heels of a vote to pardon and compensate over 50,000 gay men convicted under the nation’s criminalization of homosexuality. Under the so-called “Paragraph 175” statutes, in effect from 1871 to 1994, over 100,000 gay men became involved in legal proceedings related to their alleged sexual orientation.

RUSSIA Patriarch Kirill, a close supporter of Russian President Vladimir Putin, publicly stated that laws legalizing same-sex marriage are just as immoral as laws passed by Nazi Germany.

The Moscow Times reported Kirill as saying, “So-called homosexual marriages threaten family values.” Back in 2013 Kirill also stated that legally recognizing same-sex marriage is a “dangerous sign of the apocalypse.” In his highly anticipated interview with Oliver Stone, Putin states that it is his “duty” to prevent gay people from getting married because “God has decided.”

LITHUANIA Predominantly Catholic Lithuania decriminalized homosexuality in 1993, but it faces a long road to marriage equality. Seimas, the Lithuanian parliament, rejected a proposal to legalize same-sex partnerships in June of 2017. While 29 Seimas members voted in support of equal-

ity, 59 voted against and 20 abstained. The nation had previously confronted same-sex marriage issues when their Migration Department refused to issue a temporary residence permit to the husband of a Lithuanian man.

TINIAN Tinian, a tiny island in the Northern Marianas, held their first same-sex marriage this summer.

Tinian mayor Joey San Nicolas officiated, marrying Jonathan San Nicholas and Raymond Sablan in a grand ceremony June 24 on the shores of Tinian’s Kammer Beach.“I am honored to be officiating this wedding ceremony as it is also a historic event for our beautiful island,” said San Nicolas. “It gives me great pleasure to be here in support of the newlyweds and the right for all couples to be joined in marriage. This is truly a huge step for our LGBT community members. We are happy for our newly married couple and their families and wish them a beautiful new life together.”

■

Law Offices of Thomas Sciacca, PLLC Meeting the Estate Planning needs of LGBT married couples since 2007: • Wills (simple & complex) • Trusts & Guardianships for minor children Thomas Sciacca, Esq. 44 Wall Street, 10th Fl. New York, NY 10005 • Health Care Proxy Phone: 212-495-0317 • Living Will Tom@SciaccaLaw.com www.SciaccaLaw.com

• Power of Attorney

Same-Sex Couples Need…

Catering • Florists Officiants • Photography Rings • Venues

TWOS / PRESCHOOL / ELEMENTARY / MIDDLE SCHOOL

PREPARING STUDENTS WITH THE CRITICAL THINKING & PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS ESSENTIAL FOR SUCCESS IN OUR RAPIDLY CHANGING WORLD. AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM & SUMMER CAMP OPTIONS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! CALL TO SCHEDULE A TOUR: 718-858-5100 VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT BHMSNY.ORG

…Metromony

185 COURT STREET BROOKLYN, NY 11201 Brooklyn Heights Montessori School has an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity.

Call 212-692-5127 METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

73

BAR SOURCE Edited by Jeffrey James Keyes

CHELSEA BARRACUDA

This Chelsea lounge features cool music, cute crowds, wild drag shows and talent competitions hosted on the tiny stage in the rear.

275 W. 22nd St. at Eighth Ave., NYC 212-645-8613

BOXERS

Big gay sports bar outfitted with flat-screens broadcasting games — plus a pizza oven, pool tables and a smoking patio out back. 37 W. 20th St. between Fifth and Sixth Aves., NYC 212-624-5942

THE EAGLE

This dark and cruisy leather-and-Levi’s clubs boasts a great rooftop deck. Some of its popular events include Kink Thursdays, Pup Night, and Beer Blast Sundays. 554 W. 28th St. between Tenth and Eleventh Aves., NYC 646-473-1866

GYM

At this popular after work sports bar, plasma-screen TVs play the games, while a pool table and a basement dugout hit home runs.

167 Eighth Ave. between 18th and 19th Sts., NYC 212-337-2439

REBAR

BOXERS HK

CUBBYHOLE

The Hell’s Kitchen–clone of the Chelsea gay sports bar stalwart features a large ground floor, a basement game room dubbed The Dog Pound, and a spacious rooftop patio. Days and nights are equally as busy with crowds flocking to the increasingly popular Boozy Brunch. 742 Ninth Ave. at 50th St., NYC 212-951-1518

Called home by the local lesbian crowd (with a few boys usually thrown in for good measure), this small, unpretentious bar features capricious and fish-filled décor. 281 W. 12th St. at Fourth St., NYC 212-243-9041

FAIRYTAIL LOUNGE

THE DUPLEX At the city’s oldest continuing cabaret/piano bar, the staff performs downstairs between bouts of serving. Upstairs is a more traditional boy bar and an intimate room that books cabaret acts. 61 Christopher St. at Seventh Ave. South, NYC 212-255-5438

Glittery centaurs and other enchanted-forest motifs distinguish this cozy lounge in way-west H.K. Theme parties, specialty cocktails and guest DJs add interest. 500 W. 48th St. between Tenth and Eleventh Aves., NYC 646-648-3897

FLAMING SADDLES When they’re not mixing up vodka sodas in glass steins, bartenders jump up on the bar to do choreographed boot-scootin’ to Achy Breaky-type tunes at this one-of-a-kind Hell’s Kitchen tavern. Red saloon décor and a small selection of down-home nibbles add to the authentic Western feel – call it Coyote Pretty. 793 Ninth Ave. at 53rd St., NYC 212-713-0481

HARDWARE

Sexy new Chelsea hangout in the location of the former G Lounge.

This neighborhood bar has a masculine industrial décor, a hot staff, and draws all kinds of men,especially local muscle bears.225 W. 19th St. between Seventh and Eighth Aves., NYC 212-929-1085

Cheap drinks are poured at the front bar and fun tunes are spun for the rear dance floor at this easy-breezy neighborhood haunt. In the summer, a garage door swings up, letting the scene spill onto the street. Opens at noon daily. 697 Tenth Ave between 47th and 48th Sts., NYC 212-924-9885

EAST VILLAGE

9TH AVENUE SALOON

THE COCK

Longtime late-night haven for naughty go-go boys and those in search of debauched shenanigans. The infamous “Playpen Mondays”draw naughty boys and nightlife glitterati. 29 Second Ave. between First and Second Sts., NYC

EASTERN BLOC/CLUB CUMMING

Cold War–chic is on tap at this lounge, featuring classic adult videos and Soviet-era art. Of late, it has also been transforming into “Club Cumming” courtesy of Alan Cumming and Daniel Nardicio.

505 E. 6th St. between Aves. A and B, NYC 212-777-2555

NOWHERE

Ultra-mellow East Villager with distressed rustic décor, a pool table and what may be the smallest back room ever. Daily drink specials and events include Macho Monday, Numbers, and the popular BUDDIES (a Tuesday night Beers, Beards and Bears Party). 322 E. 14th St. between First and Second Aves., NYC 212-477-4744

This decades-old neighborhood fixture attracts tourists, locals and Broadway professionals from both sides of the footlights with strong drinks, cheap prices and friendly staff. 656 Ninth Ave. at 46th St., NYC 212-307-1503

THE RITZ This upscale boy boîte boasts plenty of places to perch on multiple levels inside and outside, but a kickin’ sound system makes it hard to settle down. 369 W. 46th St. at Ninth Ave., NYC 212-333-2554

THERAPY The beautifully designed, modern duplex draws a crowd. Weekly shows include boast performers like Peppermint, Sherry Vine, and Showbiz Spitfire Paige Turner’s infamous Sunday night Slurp. 348 W. 52nd St. between Eighth and Ninth Aves., NYC 212-397-1700

VODKA SODA/BOTTOMS UP Newish two story Hells Kitchen hangout luring cute boys out from all over NYC. 315 W 46th St., NYC 212-969-0460

HELL’S KITCHEN/MIDTOWN WEST

MIDTOWN EAST

ATLAS SOCIAL CLUB

UNCLE CHARLIE’S

Josh Wood, Benjamin Maisani, Pablo Raimondi, and Asi Mazar hit a home run with this Hells Kitchen hotspot. Celebs spottings here include Andy Cohen, Anderson Cooper and Cher. 753 9th Ave. between 50th and 51st Sts., NYC 212-262-8527

BARRAGE

This Hell’s Kitchen lounge entices with au courant accouterments and outrageous drinks. A nightly happy hour from 11 p.m. to midnight is the perfect time for a discount. 401 W. 47th St. at Ninth Ave., NYC 212-586-9390

WEST VILLAGE

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

Hosting what it calls “the best of NYC drag,” some 33 drag queens are in rotation here, including superstar Ru gurl Alexis Michelle.

100A 7th Avenue South, NYC 646-892-4800.

METROSOURCE.COM

JULIUS’ Once the Village’s oldest continuously operating bar went gay in the 1950s, it would go on to become the city’s oldest gay bar. On a normal night, it’s a comfy place for cheap drinks, burgers and fries, but once a month, the party Mattachine turns it into a crowded, rowdy dance affair with excellent vinyl music. 159 W. 10th St. at Waverly Pl., NYC 212-243-1928

MARIE’S CRISIS Old-school sing-alongs are on tap at this long-running piano bar.

There’s no fuss and no frills at this late-night theater queen hot spot. Stop in and “sing out, Louise!” 59 Grove St. at Seventh Ave. South, NYC 212-243-9323

MONSTER A Sheridan Square stalwart where mature men and their admirers sing along to their favorite show tunes upstairs while a heavily Latino crowd jams to the latest dance tracks on the floor downstairs. 80 Grove St. at Seventh Ave. South, NYC 212-924-3558 Open Mon-Fri, 4pm-4am; Sat & Sun, 2pm-4am

PIECES You’ll either be singing to retro dance tracks or laughing at the antics of drag queens at this longtime West Villager. Ms. Vodka Stinger’s B-Movie Mondays are always worth a stop. Show starts at 8:30 sharp. 8 Christopher St. at Sixth Ave., NYC 212-929-9291

ROCKBAR For boys in the mood for fur instead of sheen, there’s this butched-up bar with a fist-pumping soundtrack and cheap drinks.

Things get steadily burlier and beefier as the night goes on…185 Christopher St. at Weehawken St., NYC Daddies, faux thugs, and girls who like girls rule the roost at this two-story birthplace of gay pride. Every night of the week offers a different theme, from drag-hosted game shows to karaoke to beer blasts. 53 Christopher St. at Seventh Ave. South, NYC 212-488-2705

TY’S

BOOTS & SADDLE

This Ye Olde Boy Bar serves a loyal and friendly Christopher Street clientele — young, old and everything in between. NYPD and Firemen especially welcome. 114 Christopher St. between Bleecker and Hudson Sts., NYC 212-741-9641

Jackson Boutique

sexy clothing store for gay men Boxers, Jocks, Tanktops, T-shirts, Shorts, Pants Fetishwear, Harnesses, Leather Natural Luxury Body Products and Stylish Bags

j a c k s o n b o u t i q u e nyc .c o m 74

Lesbian club/lounge with a multicultural crowd that’s gay-boy friendly. 438 Hudson St. at Morton St., NYC 212-924-3347

STONEWALL

It’s back! This effervescent lounge, on top of an unassuming store on a quiet block, boasts live entertainment. 139 E. 45th St. between Third and Lexington Aves., NYC 212-661-9097

88-10 Roosevelt Ave., 2 fl Jackson Heights Queens NY 11372 7 train to 82 St. Wednesday to Sunday Hours: 4pm to 12am

HENRIETTA HUDSON

Visit our Back Section Erotic Toys, Lube and Buddybooths

TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

RESTAURANT BITES Edited by Jeffrey James Keyes

CHELSEA

GRAMERCY PARK/FLATIRON DISTRICT

CAFETERIA Super-popular 24-hour scene with great American fare and trendy, heavily gay clientele. In warm weather, the sidewalk is among the city’s sexiest spots. 119 Seventh Ave. at 17th St., NYC 212-414-1717

ELMO

EATALY

Five eateries, each with its own focus (pizza and pasta, cheese and wine, fish, vegetables, meat), make this massive Italian Flatiron food hall a dining destination. Only upscale Manzo, the beef specialist, takes reservations. 200 Fifth Ave. at 23rd St., NYC 212-229-2180

This mod restaurant, featuring comfort food with a spicy edge, takes its name from fabulous 40’s night club El Morocco. Whether it’s a burger, a hearty salad, some down to Earth comfort food, or just an after work cocktail with friends Elmo is always a quality hotspot where you’ll likely run into a familiar face. 156 Seventh Ave. between 19th and 20th Sts., NYC 212-337-8000

GRAMERCY TAVERN

THE PARK

JOHN DORY OYSTER BAR

There’s something very ski chalet about this restaurant, serving American and Mediterranean cuisine in a sprawling space. There’s a large patio and, after dinner, the entire venue becomes a party. 118 Tenth Ave. between 17th and 18th Sts., NYC 212-352-3313

SALINAS Tapas go upscale at this Spanish restaurant where the fare highlights regional specialties and the luxurious setting features blue velvet chairs, limestone walls and art glass galore. Its charming garden is good for all seasons, thanks to its retractable glass roof and fireplace.

136 Ninth Ave. between 18th and 19th Sts., NYC 212-776-1990

EAST VILLAGE/LOWER EAST SIDE BEAUTY & ESSEX A singular sensation on the Lower East Side, this lounge/eatery’s entryway is set up like a pawn shop, which leads to two sprawling levels, multiple dining rooms, two bars and fancy mid-century trappings. The menu of shareable small plates brims with eclectic tastes. 146 Essex St. between Rivington and Stanton Sts., NYC 212-614-0146

METROGRAPH COMMISSARY The restaurant at the Lower East Side’s new cinema is inspired by the great studio eateries from Hollywood’s golden age. There’s a swank lobby bar, restaurant bar, and private dining room with snacks like burrata, panzanella, Sardine Nicoise, and Chicken Paillard. 7 Ludlow Street between Hester and Canal St., NYC 347-348-0617

THE STANTON SOCIAL

Danny Meyer’s creative American emporium (as famous for its relaxed service as its award-winning wine list) never fails to please.

Meals can be enjoyed in the formal dining room or in the easier-onthe-wallet Tavern Room. 42 E. 20th St. between Broadway and Park Ave. South, NYC., 212-477-0777 This seafood destination in the hipster Ace Hotel commands tabs that are upmarket among decor that’s decidedly not, with sea-blue and -green seating, a dining counter, subway tiles and sea-creature sculptures throughout. 1196 Broadway at 29th St., NYC 212-792-9000

HELL’S KITCHEN AÑEJO

Upscale, creative, beautifully prepared Mexican small plates are served in a rustic setting at this hotspot with a hopping bar scene and plenty of pavement tables in nice weather. Just as big of a draw is the cocktail selection, featuring a variety of refined margaritas (available by the pitcher) and tequila and mezcal flights. 668 Tenth Ave. at 47th St., NYC 212-920-4770

ARRIBA ARRIBA

There’s always a fiesta happening at this welcoming restaurant serving traditional Mexican favorites. The frozen margaritas come in three sizes: bebe, papa and the massive mama. 762 9th Ave at 51st St., NYC 212-489-0810

44 & X HELL’S KITCHEN

A bit of South Beach on Tenth Avenue, this sleek haven of upscale comfort food has large and plentiful windows and a sidewalk cafe.

The perfect spot for people watching... 622 Tenth Ave. at 44th St., NYC 212-977-1170

Celebrity Chef Chris Santos, restaurateur Richard Wolf, and Peter Kane of Happy Endings collaborated to create this homage to the Lower East Side’s garment industry past with the AvroKo design team. The menu includes a full raw bar and favorites like Lobster Roll Sliders, French Onion Soup Dumplings, and the Stanton Social Beef Wellington embodying the spirit of the neighborhood. 99 Stanton St. at Ludlow., NYC 212-995-0099

HELL’S KITCHEN

VESELKA

Guests sip pisco cocktails and craveable sangria while grazing over family-style Peruvian dishes, Chinese-Peruvian stir fries, steak, and fish below an elaborate ceiling made from thousands of tree branches intricately woven together. Pio Pio has eight locations but this one is takes the cake (Tres Leches, of course!) 604 Tenth Ave. between 43rd and 44th Sts., NYC 212-459-2929

Nightlife legends dine beside eclectic locals at this Ukrainian comfort food staple after wild nights in the East Village. Handmade Pierogis have been the star of the show since it opened in the 50s. The restaurant is open 24 hours/7 days a week — always there for a late night bite. 144 2nd Ave. at 9th St., NYC 212-228-9682

Just when you thought NYC didn’t need another Mexican restaurant Hell’s Kitchen brought a taste of the south over the border. Whether it’s tacos, quesadillas, or an after work margarita you crave they’ve got it — plus some of the best eye candy in the gayborhood. 754 9th Ave. between 50th and 51st Sts., NYC 212-977-1588

PIO PIO

VYNL

This neighborhood staple offers creative American comfort food with campy touches, including vintage album cover menus, psychedelic mosaic tabletops, and unique bathrooms devoted to pop icons. 756 Ninth Ave. between 50th and 51st Sts., NYC 212-974-2003

WEST BANK CAFE

This neighborhood fixture attracts theatergoers and Broadway/ off-Broadway performers who get the latest gossip while enjoying American eats. 407 W. 42nd St. between Ninth and Tenth Aves., NYC 212-695-6909

MEATPACKING DISTRICT TORTILLA FLATS

Get into the after work party with delicious Tex Mex dishes any night, but Monday and Tuesday (when competitive BINGO players flock to the Village) are especially exciting. 767 Washington St. between Washington and Greenwich Sts., NYC 212-243-1053

MIDTOWN/TIMES SQUARE 21 CLUB

Belmond’s crown jewel in Manhattan is the most infamous speakeasy from the Prohibition Era and remains a luxe spot to live it up or have a fun night out with friends. 21 West 52nd St. between 5th Ave. and 6th Ave., NYC 212-582-7200

LAMB’S CLUB

This Theater District destination serves casual yet upscale American fare in a retro-swank supper-club environment with long red-leather banquettes, chrome torchères, and headshots of movie stars. 132 W. 44th St. between Sixth Ave. and Broadway, NYC 212-997-5262

SOHO/TRIBECA THE DUTCH

Though it looks like a neighborhood joint, this multi-room eatery is actually sizzling with a crowd that’s half Downtown scene-makers, half-foodies and all hot. Sating everyone is Andrew Carmellini’s comfort-skewing menu, featuring imaginative renditions of American Southern staples, international leanings and raw fare at an oyster bar. 131 Sullivan St. at Prince St., NYC 212-677-6200

SUSHI NAKAZAWA

Daisuke Nakazawa, the former apprentice to sushi guyu Jiro Ono, opened this posh new West Village sushi kitchen. High back leather chairs at the sushi bar set the scene for an impressive 20-course dynamic tasting menu in the style of Edomae sushi, bringing even the most seasoned sushi foodie to a state of euphoria. 23 Commerce Street between Seventh Ave. and Bedford St., NYC 212-924-2212

WEST VILLAGE COWGIRL

This Texas-style West Village favorite is hopping every night of the week. Conceived after Sherry Delamarter visited the Cowgirl Hall of Fame Museum in Texas, the restaurant has been serving great food and no frills fun for twenty-five years. Blood Orange and Prickly Pear frozen margaritas in mason jars go perfectly with Tex-Mex food to make you feel like you’re that much closer to the border. 519 Hudson St. at West 10th St., NYC 212-633-1133

Are you still scooping cat litter? www.litter-robot.com 76

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

THE COMMUNITY PHARMACY THAT CARES !!!!!!

th 346 Bleecker West1010th) 346 BleeckerStreet Street (Corner (Corner West )

212-807-7566 212-807-7566 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Open 7 days Monday – Saturday 9am – 9pm Sundays 10am 7pm Monday - Friday 8am 9am —– Saturday 9am - 9pm Sunday 10am - 5pm

- 7pm

Most insurance plans accepted, ADAP, Medicaid &

Most insurance plans accepted, ADAP, Insurance Assignments Medicaid & Medicare 20% Discount with Mention of this Ad

20% Discount with Mention of this Ad

Visit us at http:www.villageapothecary.com

Visit us at www.villageapothecary.com

ACCOUNTING – ATTORNEYS

ACCOUNTING Adams, Nancy L., MS, CPA

• Muscle and joint pain • Stress reduction • Sleeplessness • Acid reflux

• Allergies • Low energy • Immune system support • Foot problems

No-Fault and most other insurance accepted

80 Fifth Avenue • 212.874.0898

Ac u p u n c t u r e - N YC .c o m

Acupuncture/Massage Therapy

Take charge! Improve your well-being!

Adelman Katz & Mond LLP NYC............................................212 382-0404 www.akmcpa.com

Dikman, Bernard L., C.P.A.

ACUPUNCTURE Acupuncture-NYC

80 Fifth Ave, Ste 906 NYC ...........................................212 874-0898 www.acupuncture-nyc.com (SEE AD THIS PAGE)

37 W 20th St, Ste 703 NYC............................................212 929-4299

AESTHETIC SERVICES

Woloshen, Robert A. CPA

Liliya Shikh, RN 20 E 46th St, Ste 200 NYC............................................646 872-5050 www.yourejuvenated.com

29 W 15th St, Ste 1 NYC ...........................................212 843-3486 www.rawcpa.com

(SEE AD THIS PAGE)

East Side Medical/You...Rejuvenated

Jackson Heights Medical

88-18 37th Ave Jackson Heights ..........................347 617-6037 www.alvaroramirezmd.com

Scarpidis Aesthetics

New York Plastic Surgery 200 W 57th St, Ste 508 NYC............................................212 951-0505 www.sculpsureformen.com

Schweiger Dermatology Group

NYC ....................................... 844 DERM DOC www.schweigerderm.com (SEE AD DERMATOLOGY PAGE 84)

SmoothMED

133 E 58th St, Ste 714 NYC............................................212 371-7666 www.smoothmed.com

ALLERGIES Aziz, Michael, M.D., FRSM

Midtown Integrative Medicine 509 Madison Ave @ 53rd St, Ste 1111 NYC............................................212 906-9111 www.michaelazizmd.com

ARCHITECTURE David Stern Architecture

www.davidsternarchitecture.com

ATTORNEYS Bing, Steven E.

276 5th Ave, Ste 1008 NYC............................................212 286-1666

Brown, Anthony M.

122 E 42nd St, Ste 3900 NYC ...........................................212 953-6447 100 Merrick Rd, Ste 103E Rockville Centre, NY ................516 599-2020 www.awclawyer.com (SEE AD THIS PAGE)

Chianese & Reilly Law, P.C.

122 E 42nd St, Ste 3900 NYC ...........................................212 953-6447 100 Merrick Rd, Ste 103E Rockville Centre, NY ................516 599-2020 www.awclawyer.com

(SEE AD THIS PAGE) ATTORNEYS CONT. ❯

78

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

ATTORNEYS (CONTINUED)

JEFFREY E. GOLDMAN ATTORNEY AT LAW JEFFREY E. GOLDMAN ATTORNEY LAW SPECIALIZING IN AT PARTNERSHIP AND EMPLOYMENT LAW

EMPLOYMENT LAW EXPERIENCE LITIGATING :

EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY Partner and Business Disputes LITITGATING:

 

Non-competes

• Overtime Claims- FLSA



Executive Compensation

• Misclassification



Employment Discrimination



Restaurant Workers’ Wages

• Wage Disputes • Non-competes

• Partnership and Business Disputes Proven track record of recovering

Proven track recordfor of wrongfully recovering millions of dollars employees!* millions treated of dollars for employees!* Also handle: Wills, Wills,Living LivingWills, Wills, Also handle: Trusts and Powers of Attorney Trusts and Powers of Attorney

PUT 22 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE PUT 18 EXPERIENCE TOYEARS WORKOF FOR YOU! TO WORK FOR YOU!

Jeffrey E. Goldman, Esq. 501 Fifth Ave., Suite 1900 New York, NY 10017 Jeffrey E. Goldman, Esq. (212) 983-8999 • (212) 949-5085 501 Fifth Ave., Suite 1900 Email: jeff@jgoldmanlaw.com New York, NY 10017 www.jgoldmanlaw.com (212) 983-8999  (212) 949-5085 * Attorney Advertising.

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. * Attorney Advertising.

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

JeffreyGoldman_DJ12.indd 1

3/28/14 11:08 AM

ATTORNEYS (CONTINUED) – BOOKS

Drugs Sex Madness

Chou, Luna, Esq.

NYC ...........................................212 226-2610 www.lunachoulaw.com (SEE AD THIS PAGE)

Goldman, Jeffrey E., Esq

501 Fifth Ave #1900 NYC ...........................................212 983-8999 NYC ...........................................212 949-5085 www.jgoldmanlaw.com (SEE AD PREVIOUS PAGE)

New York City Bum

Luna Chou, Esq. 212-226-2610 212-226-2610

LChouLaw@gmail.com LChouLaw@gmail.com w w w.LunaChouL aw.com www.LunaChouLa w.com

IMMIGRATION EQUALITY EQUALITY

Law Offices of Thomas Sciacca, PLLC

44 Wall St, 10th Fl NYC ...........................................212 495-0317 www.sciaccalaw.com (SEE AD PAGE 73 & THIS PAGE)

Levin, Juliette S.

2 Park Ave, 19th Fl NYC............................................212 679-9895 www.levinlaw.org

Ron L. Meyers & Associates, PLLC

A MEMOIR OF THE STREET by

GGREEN R EEN CA R DS, FIFIANCE(E) A NCE ( E ) VVISAS, IS A S, CARDS, WA I V ERS, CITIZENSHIP, CI T IZEN SHIP, ASYLUM A SY LU M,& WAIVERS, U NCON EST ED DI VORCE & R E A L REAL TESTATE TRANSACTIONS ESTAT E T R A N S ACT ION S

David Boglioli

15 16 YEARS YEARS EXPERIENCE EXPERIENCE

On sale everywhere

Practice focused exclusively on Trusts and Estates:

Ron L. Meyers, Esq., PLLC 475 Park Ave South @ 32nd St NYC............................................212 644-8787 www.ronmeyerslaw.com

Rosenthal Law & Mediation

Joy S. Rosenthal, Esq. 225 Broadway, #2605 NYC............................................212 532-4704 www.joyrosenthal.com

Free consultation on Estate Planning matters

• Wills (simple & complex)

Accepts all major credit cards

• Estate tax planning

Evening/weekend

• Power of Attorney

appointments available

• Health Care Proxy • Living Will

Thomas Sciacca, Esq.

• Probate

44 Wall Street, 10th Floor

• Estate Administration

New York, NY 10005

• Will contests

Phone: 212-495-0317

• Inheritance disputes

Tom@SciaccaLaw.com www.SciaccaLaw.com

100% LGBT - owned business

80

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

ATTORNEYS (CONTINUED) – COUNSELING/PSYCHOTHERAPY Sciacca, Thomas, Esq

Law Offices of Thomas Sciacca, PLLC 44 Wall St, 10th Fl NYC ...........................................212 495-0317 www.sciaccalaw.com

(SEE AD PAGE 73 & OPPOSITE PAGE)

ABS

CLOTHING BestShopNow.co

www.bestshopnow.co

Premiere Home Remodeling Service Specializing in Kitchens & Bathrooms

(SEE AD THIS PAGE)

Dave’s New York

49 W 37th St, 9th Fl NYC............................................212 686-1224

581 Ave of the Americas NYC Toll Free ......................................800 543-8558 www.davesnewyork.com

Tesler, Richard, Esq.

CONTRACTORS/CONSTRUCTION

Srulowitz, Marvin

41 W 72nd St NYC ...........................................212 362-6961 (SEE AD OPPOSITE PAGE)

BANKS Wells Fargo

Toll Free ......................................800 869-3557 www.wellsfargo.com/lgbt

BARS

Design & Construction

ABS Design & Construction

NYC ...........................................212 731-0642 www.abs-construction-nyc.com

(SEE AD THIS PAGE)

COUNSELING/PSYCHOTHERAPY Abel, Robert J., DNP, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner NYC............................................917 882-8679 www.robertabelpmh.com

Angers, Marc E., M.A. Oxon, L.C.S.W./L.P.

We Provide a Reliable & Skilled Team Offering Complete Renovations from Planning to Completion

(SEE BAR SOURCE PAGE 74)

Licensed Psychoanalyst, NCPsyA NYC............................................917 678-7929

BOOKS

Barneson, Jeff, LCSW

Painting New & Refinished Floors

Blatter, Andrew, LCSW

For a Full Consultation & Free Estimate, Call 212-731-0642 www.abs-construction-nyc.com

New York City Bum

By David Boglioli www.cypresshouse.com (SEE AD OPPOSITE PAGE)

CATERING Paul Evans Catering

20 W 20th St NYC ...........................................212 321-1822 NYC ...........................................212 243-4494 www.paulevanscatering.com (SEE AD PAGE 73)

CHIROPRACTORS Chelsea Chiropractic, P.C.

121 W 27th St, Ste 206 NYC............................................212 741-9660

CLEANING SERVICES & PRODUCTS MaidPro

NYC............................................212 865-8810 www.maidpro.com/manhattan

119 Washington Place, NYC .......212 252-2314 www.jeffbarneson.com NYC ...........................................917 442-5213 www.andrewblatter.com (SEE AD THIS PAGE)

24 Years of Turning Your Vision into Reality

COUNSELING CONT. NEXT PAGE ❯

William Heisley, Pastor 3 W 65th St NYC............................................212 877-6815 www.holytrinitynyc.org

Our Wedding Officiant NYC

Peter Boruchowitz NYC............................................917 523-1438 www.nyc-gay-weddings.com

St. John’s Lutheran Church

Reverend Mark Erson 81 Christopher St NYC............................................212 242-5737 www.stjohnsnyc.org TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

We are licensed/certified in NY & NJ.

GUYS

Andrew Blatter, lcsw Psychotherapy

Save Time and Money • Get Credit for Shopping

BestShopNow.co

• Anxiety and Depression • Relationship and Social Difficulties • Body Image and Self-Esteem Issues • Career Transitions

Visit this one-stop SHOPPING WEBSITE for all your shopping needs including:

Convenient Flatiron Location andrewblatter.com 917-442-5213 ablatterlcsw@mac.com

CLERGY The Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity

Smaller Projects

Michael E. Koetting, LCSW www.koettingpsychotherapy.com

PSYCHOTHERAPY Gay Men • Gay Male Couples

Participating Provider: Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Medicare, Oxford, UHC, EmblemHealth Other Insurances Also Accepted

212. 741. 2606

• • • • • • • • •

Music Sports Gear Jewelry Games Fragrances Sports Wear Luxury Travel Men’s Clothing Hi-Tech Electronic & More

No Hassel

All the Best Brands at your Fingertips...

METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

81

COUNSELING/PSYCHOTHERAPY (CONTINUED) – DENTISTS Davies, Ann Conant, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. Johnson, Thomas E., L.C.S.W. 740 West End Ave, Ste 1 Cell ............................................ 917 923-2257 (SEE AD THIS PAGE)

Dicker, Phyllis D., L.C.S.W., A.C.S.W., B.C.D.

NYC............................................ 718 855-5171

DiPrima, Anthony, BA, MSW, LCSW, AC

77 Broadway #7, Amityville, NY 141 E 55th St #9B NYC............................................ 631 691-5011

Jarratt, Kent, L.C.S.W.

19 W 34th St NYC.............................. 212 947-7111, ext 119 Oceanport, NJ ............................. 917 686-6179 www.kentjarratt.com

Volker Schuetz, PsyD Clinical Psychologist

Call 212-470-9024 for a FREE phone consultation

Individual & Couples Therapy for Gay Men Sexuality • Intimacy • Relationships

Chelsea.......................................212 645-3952

Kingan, Peter L., Ph.D.

99 University Pl, 4th Fl NYC ................................................917 428-2431

Koetting, Michael E., L.C.S.W.

NYC ...........................................212 741-2606 www.koettingpsychotherapy.com

(SEE AD PREVIOUS PAGE)

Kupferman, Robert, LCSW

19 W 34th St, PH, NYC ...............917 517-2447 www.rkhypnotherapy.com

Lathrop, Brian, M. Div., L.P.

1133 Broadway #913, NYC ......212 470-9024 www.nychangemanagement.com

(SEE AD THIS PAGE)

Schwartz, Alan, M.D., Psychiatrist

West Village/Chelsea, NYC..........212 727-0923

Tallent, Marc, Ph.D.

51 Fifth Ave, NYC .......................212 645-5795 http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/33692

Weitz, Adam J., LCSW

171 Madison Ave, Ste 1000 NYC............................................917 288-1304 www.adamjweitzpsychotherapy.com

COUNSELING/SUBURBAN

31 Washington Square West, Ste 6C NYC............................................212 228-9504 NYC ...........................................646 388-0754 www.brianlathrop.com

77 Broadway #7, Amityville, NY 141 E 55th St #9B, NYC..............631 691-5011

McFadden, Stephen, LCSW SEP

Kingan, Peter L., Ph.D.

435 W 23rd St, NYC ...................212 627-8419 www.smcfadden.com

31 Oak St Patchogue, NY ............................631 447-6425

Nelson, Joshua, Ph.D.

DATING SERVICES

71 W 23rd St, Ste 1115 NYC ............................................. 646 512-0043 www.jnelsonphd.com

(SEE AD THIS PAGE)

Rayhill, Daniel, Ph.D.

276 Fifth Ave #1101 NYC............................................212 683-2454

Ross, Steven, LSCW

1133 Broadway #913, NYC 10010 www.NYChangeManagement.com

Schuetz, Volker, PsyD

Union Square ..............................917 406-7900 www.stevenrosstherapy.com

DiPrima, Anthony, BA, MSW, LCSW, AC

SEE ALSO INTRODUCTION SERVICES

Bespoke Matchmaking

1180 Avenue of the Americas, 8th Fl NYC ...........................................888 422-6464 www.bespokematchmaking.com

(SEE AD PAGE 72)

ManMate

NYC .......................................... 212 564-4025 www.manmate.com (SEE AD OPPOSITE PAGE)

ManMate Dinners For 8

Ann Conant Davies, L.C.S.W.

NYC .......................................... 212 564-4025 www.manmate.com (SEE AD OPPOSITE PAGE)

Wheaton, Grant

Psychotherapy/Psychoanalysis Depression • Anxiety Loss • Grieving Post-traumatic Stress • Sexual Issues Gay Relationships • Gay Parenting Incest • Abuse Menopause • Mid-life Issues 740 West End Ave, Suite 1 • 917 923-2257

Dating Coach NYC............................................212 564-4025

DENTISTS Babushkin, Howard, D.D.S., L.L.C.

525 West End Ave #1G, NYC .........212 874-2880 www.manhattanoasisdentistry.com

Bizzell, Steven J., D.M.D., D.A.B.P.

Periodontist 228 W 71st St NYC............................................212 799-1441

Cassidy, J.R., D.D.S.

West 10th Dental P.C. 45 W 10th St NYC ...........................................212 982-5883 www.west10thdental.com

(SEE AD OPPOSITE PAGE)

De Bonis, William B., D.D.S.

World Wide Plaza Dental Associates 370 W 50th St NYC ...........................................212 333-2650 www.wwpdental.com (SEE AD OPPOSTIE PAGE)

Kim, Jason, D.D.S.

65 W 55th St, Ste 305 NYC............................................917 406-6780

Lew, Spencer, D.D.S.

30 E 40th St #706, NYC..............212 286-1717 www.nycdental.com

82

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

wwpd_ad_4c_2011.pdf

1

2/2/11

5:00 PM

DATING SERVICES (CONTINUED) – DENTISTS (CONTINUED) Noorani, M., D.M.D. 271 Madison Ave, Ste 801 NYC ...........................................212 682-0866 Cell ............................................917 690-4333 www.smileforevernyc.com (SEE AD THIS PAGE)

Rosa, John D., D.D.S., P.C. 40 Newport Parkway, Ste P-1 Jersey City, NJ ...........................201 626-2700 (SEE AD NEXT PAGE)

Sengos, Demetrios, D.D.S.

C

West 10th Dental P.C. M 45 W 10th St, NYC ....................212 982-5883 www.west10thdental.com Y

(SEE AD THIS PAGE)

CM

DENTISTS CONT. NEXT PAGE ❯ MY

CY

CMY

K

West10thDental

212-982-5883

Demetrios Sengos, DDS JR Cassidy, DDS Cosmetic Dentistry Emergency Care

Invisalign® Laser and Biometric

TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

west10thdental.com

✓

Friendly, Caring, and Always Professional

✓

Painless Dentistry Using The Latest Technology

✓

Accepting Guardian, Delta PPO+ Premier, and Many More!

Fillings, Crowns, Veneers Oral Surgery, Implants

45 West 10th St Village / Chelsea

METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

83

DENTISTS (CONTINUED) – EVENT PLANNING & EVENT SPACE/RENTALS West 10th Dental P.C.

45 W 10th St, NYC ....................212 982-5883 www.west10thdental.com

“Stressing prevention through education and quality dental treatment...

(SEE AD PREVIOUS PAGE)

...while making it affordable for everyone in our community.”

Periodontist 228 W 71st St, NYC....................212 799-1441

DENTISTS/PERIODONTISTS Bizzell, Steven J., D.M.D., D.A.B.P.

DENTISTS/SUBURBAN Rosa, John D., D.D.S., P.C.

JOHN D. ROSA D.D.S., P.C.

GENERAL AND COSMETIC DENTISTRY

40 Newport Parkway, Ste P-1 Jersey City, NJ ...........................201 626-2700

(SEE AD THIS PAGE)

DERMATOLOGY SEE ALSO PHYSICIANS

Advanced Dermatology Associates

200 Central Park South #107 NYC ...........................................212 262-2500 NYC ...........................................212 246-0800 www.adv-derm.com

(SEE AD PHYSICIANS PAGE 89)

Aziz, Michael, M.D., FRSM

Office conveniently located via PATH, 15 minutes from 14th Street station.

Office on ground floor of James Madison Building, directly across from Newport Mall.

40 Newport Parkway Jersey City, NJ 07310 201.626.2700 BY APPOINTMENT drrosadds@aol.com

Midtown Integrative Medicine 509 Madison Ave @ 53rd St, Ste 1111 NYC............................................212 906-9111 www.michaelazizmd.com

Goldman, Barry D., M.D.

150 Broadway #111 NYC............................................212 962-1115

Lumos Dermatology

Peter Chien, MD, PhD 37 E 28th St, Ste 304, NYC .........646 833-8063 www.lumosdermatology.com

Omni/Chelsea Cosmetic

Graf, Jeannette, M.D., F.A.A.D. 5 W 19th St, NYC ......................212 257-0007 www.omniaestheticmd.com

(SEE AD PHYSICIANS PAGE 88 & PAGE 90)

Schweiger Dermatology Group

NYC ....................................... 844 DERM DOC www.schweigerderm.com (SEE AD THIS PAGE)

EVENT PLANNING & EVENT SPACE/RENTALS SEE ALSO CATERING, WEDDING SERVICES

El Conquistador Resort

1000 El Conquistador Ave Fajardo, Puerto Rico ................... 787 863-6565 www.elconresort.com

Elite Private Yachts

NYC ...........................................866 862-7245 www.eliteprivateyachts.com (SEE AD PAGE 70 & OPPOSITE PAGE)

Feinstein’s/54 Below

254 W 54th St, Cellar NYC................................... 212 302-5559 x114 www.54below.com

New York Zoos and Aquarium

NYC............................................718 741-3836 www.nyzooevents.com

Yachts for All Seasons

NYC............................................212 534-6380 Cell .............................................917 864-7670 www.y4as.com

84

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

EVENT PLANNING & EVENT SPACE/RENTALS (CONTINUED) – KITCHEN/BATH

FINANCIAL SERVICES

HAIR REPLACEMENT/REPLICATION

Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.

Blair Hair NYC

Ameriprise Financial Services

HOTELS

Kathleen M. Bresnan, CFP® 122 E 42nd St #2215, NYC ............646 964-9440 Lance R. Kash, Financial Advisor, CFP® 122 E 42nd St #2215, NYC .......... 646 964-9400

Law Offices of Thomas Sciacca, PLLC

44 Wall St, 10th Fl, NYC ...........212 495-0317 www.sciaccalaw.com (SEE AD PAGE 73 & ATTORNEYS PAGE 80)

FITNESS/GYMS/PERSONAL TRAINERS Clay Health Club + Spa

25 W 14th St, NYC ....................212 206-9200 www.insideclay.com/metrosource (SEE AD PAGE 66)

Crunch

www.crunch.com/metrosource

Mind Over Matter

255 W 23rd St #1DE, NYC ..........212 366-6108 www.blairhairnyc.com

1000 El Conquistador Ave Fajardo, Puerto Rico ................... 787 863-6565 www.elconresort.com

Hotel Plaza Athenee

37 E 64th St, NYC.......................212 606-4663 www.plaza-athenee.com

Hotel Renew by Aston

129 Paokalani Ave Honolulu, Hawaii ........................844 485-7639 www.hotelrenew.com

(SEE AD DATING SERVICES PAGE 83)

JEWELRY www.propositionlove.com

KITCHEN/BATH Ferguson Bath & Kitchen Gallery

96 Spring St, NYC .......................212 680-9000 150 E 58th St, NYC.....................212 688-5990 Farmingdale ................................631 391-9506 Maspeth .....................................718 937-9500 Mt Kisco .....................................914 666-5127 Greenvale ...................................516 953-1700 www.fergusonshowrooms.com

Sunset Marquis

1200 Alta Loma Rd West Hollywood, CA................800 858-9758 www.sunsetmarquis.com (SEE AD PAGE 5)

FLORISTS

INTRODUCTION SERVICES

Ariston Weddings & Events

SEE ALSO DATING SERVICES

110 W 17th St, NYC ...................212 929-4226 425 Lexington Ave, NYC .............212 867-8880 www.aristonweddings.com

Bespoke Matchmaking

Gatherings Floral Design

(SEE AD PAGE 72)

CELEBRATE

YOUR LOVE ON THE WATER

VIVE Hotel Waikiki

(SEE AD THIS PAGE)

5 Tudor City Place, NYC ..............212 682-2083 www.gatheringsfloraldesign.com

NYC .......................................... 212 564-4025 www.manmate.com

Proposition Love

El Conquistador Resort

2426 Kuhio Ave Honolulu, Hawaii ........................808 687-2000 www.vivehotelwaikiki.com

NYC ...........................................212 865-9290 www.mindovermatternyc.com

ManMate

1180 Avenue of the Americas, 8th Fl NYC ...........................................888 422-6464 www.bespokematchmaking.com

ELITEPRIVATEYACHTS.COM 866.862.7245

FRAMING 14th Street Framing Gallery

225 W 14th St, NYC ...................212 691-8156

FUNERAL SERVICES St. Michael’s Cemetery

72-02 Astoria Blvd East Elmhurst, NY .......................718 278-3240

GUEST HOUSES/B&B’S Chelsea Pines Inn

317 W 14th St, NYC ...................212 929-1023

Colonial House Inn

318 W 22nd St, NYC ..................212 243-9669

Incentra Village House

32 8th Ave @ W 12th St, NYC ....212 206-0007 www.incentravillage.com

HAIR CUTTING & STYLING Blair Hair NYC

255 W 23rd St #1DE, NYC ..........212 366-6108 www.blairhairnyc.com

HAIR REMOVAL Advanced Dermatology Associates

200 Central Park South #107 NYC ...........................................212 262-2500 NYC ...........................................212 246-0800 www.adv-derm.com (SEE AD PHYSICIANS PAGE 89) TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

85

LASER VISION CORRECTION – PHARMACIES/DRUGS

LASER VISION CORRECTION SEE ALSO OPHTHALMOLOGISTS

A pharmacy just for you We offer more than medication. Count on our personalized care and support, every step of the way.

•

Coad, Christopher T., M.D., F.A.C.S.

Chelsea Eye Ophthalmology 157 W 19th St NYC ...........................................212 220-0066 www.chelseaeyeophthalmology.com (SEE AD THIS PAGE)

LIPOSUCTION Marfuggi, Richard M.D., D.M.H, F.A.C.S.

50 E 69th St NYC............................................212 317-1188 Denville, NJ .................................973 377-8950 www.askdrm.com

Access to a CVS Specialty™ HIV CareTeam of highlytrained clinicians—anytime, any day of the year

•

Refill reminder calls

•

Medication deliveries—at no extra cost to you*

MASSAGE THERAPISTS Acupuncture-NYC

80 Fifth Ave, Ste 906, NYC .......212 874-0898 www.acupuncture-nyc.com (SEE AD ACUPUNCTURE PAGE 78)

Clay Health Club + Spa

25 W 14th St, NYC ....................212 206-9200 www.insideclay.com/metrosource

(SEE AD PAGE 66)

Ruffo, Andrew, L.M.T., L.E.

50 E 69th St, NYC.......................212 317-1188 Denville, NJ .................................973 377-8950 www.askdrm.com

MOVERS Divine Moving & Storage Ltd.

845 Third Ave, NYC ....................212 244-4011 Toll Free ......................................866 668-7666 www.divinemoving.com

Shleppers Moving & Storage

NYC ...........................................212 223-4004 (SEE AD THIS PAGE)

OPHTHALMOLOGISTS Coad, Christopher T., M.D., F.A.C.S.

Chelsea Eye Ophthalmology 157 W 19th St, NYC ..................212 220-0066 www.chelseaeyeophthalmology.com

Ready to get started?

Visit or call us.

We’ll do the rest.

(SEE AD THIS PAGE)

OPTOMETRISTS West Village Eyecare Associates

10 Sheridan Square, NYC............212 242-6592 www.eyecarenyc.com

PERIODONTISTS Bizzell, Steven J., D.M.D., D.A.B.P.

Christopher T. Coad MD, FACS Advanced LASIK Premium Lens Implants Comprehensive Eye Care Visian ICL/Refractive

126 Eighth Avenue, New York, NY 10011 PHONE : 1-212-807-8798 STORE HOURS : Mon. – Fri. 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Sat. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. *Where allowed by law ©2017 CVS Specialty. All rights reserved.

75-36959A 020117

86

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

Complimentary Evaluations (on elective procedures)

Periodontist 228 W 71st St, NYC....................212 799-1441

PEST CONTROL Broadway Exterminating

782 Amsterdam Ave, NYC ..........212 663-2100 www.callbroadwaytoday.com

PET SUPPLIES Automated Pet Care Products Inc.

157 West 19th Street, NYC 10011 • 212-220-0066

40 W Howard St, Ste 101 Pontiac, MI ................................877 250-7729 www.litter-robot.com

www.ChelseaEyeOphthalmology.com

(SEE AD PAGE 76 & THIS PAGE)

0% financing available

METROSOURCE.COM

TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

PHARMACIES/DRUGS (CONTINUED)

PHARMACIES/DRUGS Ansonia Pharmacy 446 6th Ave NYC............................................212 477-0762 www.ansoniapharmacy.com

Apthorp Pharmacy 2201 Broadway, NYC ..................212 877-3480

Arrow Pharmacy

883 Ninth Ave, NYC .................212 245-8469 www.arrowpharmacy.com

(SEE AD THIS PAGE)

Avalon Chemists 7 2nd Ave, NYC ..........................212 260-3131

Bigelow Chemists

Free delivery Greenwich Village Chelsea Free delivery in New York&City OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday - Friday 8am 9am - 9pm — Saturday 9am - 7pm Sunday 10am - 5pm

346 Bleecker Street (Corner W. 10th) See our main ad opposite advertiser’s index

414 Sixth Ave NYC............................................212 533-2700

Chelsea Specialty Pharmacy 171 Seventh Ave NYC............................................212 255-9900

CVS Specialty

126 8th Ave NYC ...........................................212 807-8798 (SEE AD OPPOSITE PAGE)

Mayfair Chemists 21 Seventh Ave, NYC..................212 242-1444

Metro Drug Stores 55 Fifth Ave @ 12th St, NYC .......212 627-2300 13 E Eighth St, NYC ....................212 982-7325 7 W 14th St, NYC .......................212 627-7315

New London Pharmacy 246 Eighth Ave, NYC ..................212 243-4987

New York Chemists

77 Christopher St NYC ...........................................212 255-2525 www.newyorkchemists.com (SEE AD THIS PAGE)

Thompson Chemists & Thompson Alchemists 137 Thompson St 449 West Broadway NYC............................................212 598-9790 www.thompsonchemists.com

Village Apothecary

346 Bleecker St NYC ...........................................212 807-7566 www.villageapothecary.com (SEE AD PAGE 77 & THIS PAGE)

TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

Personalized attention from experienced and knowledgeable Pharmacists and staff • Free prescription pickup and delivery Most insurance plans accepted • Carrying some of the hottest health and beauty brands on the market

For all your Pharmacy needs and more New York Chemists 77 Christopher Street (Btw 7th Ave and Bleecker St.) T: 212-255-2525 F: 212-255-2524 nyc@newyorkchemists.com

www.newyorkchemists.com

METROSOURCE.COM

Store Hours Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 8 pm Saturday 10 am – 6 pm Sunday 10 am – 5 pm

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

87

PHYSICIANS & MEDICAL SERVICES

PHYSICIANS & MEDICAL SERVICES Advanced Dermatology Associates

200 Central Park South #107 NYC ...........................................212 262-2500 NYC ...........................................212 246-0800 www.adv-derm.com

(SEE AD OPPOSITE PAGE)

Dillon, Stephen, M.D.

Leach, Eric G., N.P.

Dormer, Anita L., M.D., F.A.C.C.P.

NYC............................................718 369-4850 LA...............................................323 498-6688 www.theliverinstitute.org

Int. Med., Inf. Dis. 314 W 14th St, NYC ...................212 620-0144 22 E 72nd St, 5th Fl, NYC ...........212 535-5905

Fonville, T.W., Int. Med.

29 Fifth Ave @ 10th St, NYC .......212 674-1020

Alper, Steven, D.M.D.

5 E 19th St, NYC.........................212 352-0205

Amida Care

NYC ...........................................855 462-6432 www.amidacareny.org

(SEE AD PAGE 65)

Astor Medical Group

67 Irving Place, 5th Fl @ E 18th St NYC............................................212 253-2968 www.astormedical.com

Goldberg, Edward S., M.D.

Int. Med., Gastr.

121 E 60th St, 3rd Fl, NYC ..........212 980-8800

Hennessey, Patrick, M.D.

Hennessey Dermatology, LLC NYC............................................212 677-5555 Hamptons, NY ............................631 537-6020

Horowitz, Richard S., C.S.W.

Greenwich Village, NYC ..............212 741-8779

Hsu, Ricky K., M.D.

Aziz, Michael, M.D., FRSM

Midtown Integrative Medicine 509 Madison Ave @ 53rd St, Ste 1111 NYC............................................212 906-9111 www.michaelazizmd.com

154 W 14th St, 4th Fl, NYC ........212 627-7560

Central Park Medical Associates

Jaeger, Lawrence D., D.O.

200 Central Park South #107 NYC ...........................................212 262-2500 NYC ...........................................212 246-0800 www.centralparkmedicalassociates.com

(SEE AD OPPOSITE PAGE)

Coad, Christopher T., M.D., F.A.C.S.

Chelsea Eye Ophthalmology 157 W 19th St, NYC ..................212 220-0066 www.chelseaeyeophthalmology.com (SEE AD OPHTHALMOLOGISTS PAGE 86)

Icochea, Rosendo S., M.D.

117 E 18th St, NYC.....................212 387-9199 200 Central Park South #107 NYC ...........................................212 246-0800 NYC ...........................................212 262-2500 www.adv-derm.com

(SEE AD OPPOSITE PAGE)

Jarratt, Kent, L.C.S.W.

19 W 34th St, Penthouse Ste NYC.............................. 212 947-7111, ext 119 Oceanport, NJ .............................917 686-6179 www.kentjarratt.com

Marfuggi, Richard A., M.D., D.M.H., F.A.C.S.

50 E 69th St, NYC.......................212 317-1188 Denville, NJ .................................973 377-8950 www.askdrm.com

Midtown Integrative Medicine

Aziz, Michael, M.D., FRSM 509 Madison Ave @ 53rd St, Ste 1111 NYC............................................212 906-9111 www.michaelazizmd.com

Namdar, Isaac, M.D.

Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist 425 W 59th St, NYC ...................212 262-4444 1090 Amsterdam Ave, NYC ........212 663-2210 www.newyorkentspecialist.com www.namdarmd.com

Omni/Chelsea Cosmetic

Eviatar, Joseph, M.D., F.A.C.S. Graf, Jeannette, M.D. F.A.A.D Patel, Payel, M.D. 5 W 19th St, NYC ......................212 257-0007 www.omniaestheticmd.com

(SEE AD PAGE 90 & THIS PAGE) PHYSICIANS & MEDICAL SERVICES CONT. ❯

• Laser Hair Removal • Advanced Facial Fillers

• Eyelid Surgery • Body Sculpting • Laser Skincare • Liquid Eye/Facelift • Neck Rejuvenation

METROSOURCE.COM

Mandell, William, M.D.

Infectious Diseases 31 Washington Sq West, NYC.....212 475-8833

• Ultherapy • CoolSculpting

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

The Liver Institute

• Butt Lift • Liposuction

88

154 W 14th St, 4th Fl, NYC ........212 627-7560

• BOTOX/Dysport/ Xeomin • Hair & Beard Restoration • Eyelid & Eyebrow Surgery • ThermiTight/ ThermiSmooth

TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

Advanced Dermatology Associates Proudly Serving the Community for Over Twenty Years MEDICAL, COSMETIC & SURGICAL DERMATOLOGY

All Skin, Hair & Nail Disorders.

All Skin Growths On-Site HIV & STD Screening, Immediate Results

Dermatology and Sexually Transmitted Diseases.

Board Certified.

University Affiliated.

Confidential Treatment of All STD’s

www.adv-derm.com 200 Central Park South, Suite 107

212-262-2500 Day, Evening, Weekend and Same Day Appoitments Available.

All Major Credit Cards and Insurance Plans Accepted.

The Genital Wart Treatment Center A private medical facility specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of genital warts and all STD’s in a caring, supportive and confidential environment.

Board Certified Specialists • Diagnosis and Treatment of ALL Sexually Transmitted Diseases Painless Treatment with the Latest & Most Effective Therapies Available • On-Site HIV Antibody Testing • Immediate Results • Specializing in the Successful Treatment of Recurrent Genital Warts

www.CentralParkMedicalAssociates.com Central Park Medical Associates 200 Central Park South, Suite 107

212-246-0800

COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL

Day, Evening and Weekend Appointments Available. All Major Credit Cards and Insurance Plans Accepted.

PHYSICIANS & MEDICAL SERVICES (CONTINUED) – REAL ESTATE Patel, Payal, M.D.

Eviatar, Joseph, M.D., F.A.C.S. 5 W 19th St NYC ...........................................212 257-0007 www.omniaestheticmd.com (SEE AD PAGE 88 & THIS PAGE)

Pearl, Alan, M.D., Psychiatrist

135 W 70th St NYC............................................212 724-5188

Polis, Laurie, M.D., Derm

Follow us at www.omniaestheticmd.com for more about the nation’s first 360 lifestyle and aesthetic medicine center.

• Butt Lift

• Laser Hair Removal

• Ultherapy

• Advanced Facial Fillers

• Liposuction • CoolSculpting • Eyelid Surgery • Body Sculpting • Laser Skincare • Liquid Eye/Facelift • Neck Rejuvenation

• BOTOX/Dysport/ Xeomin

62 Crosby St NYC............................................212 431-1600

Shay, William, M.D.

314 W 14th St, NYC ...................212 620-0144

PLASTIC SURGERY Chelsea Face And Body

270 W 19th St, NYC ...................212 647-8825 www.chelseafab.com

Dr. WW Med Spa and Laser Clinic

• Hair & Beard Restoration

85-16 Queens Blvd, 2F, Elmhurst, NY 139 Centre St #224 NYC............................................718 457-0707 www.drwwmedspa.com

• Eyelid & Eyebrow Surgery

Marfuggi, Richard A., M.D., D.M.H F.A.C.S.

• ThermiTight/ ThermiSmooth

5 West 19th Street, NYC | 212-257-0007

www.omniaestheticmd.com

50 E 69th St, NYC.......................212 317-1188 Denville, NJ .................................973 377-8950 www.askdrm.com

Omni/Chelsea Cosmetic

Eviatar, Joseph, M.D, F.A.C.S 5 W 19th St, NYC ......................212 257-0007 www.omniaestheticmd.com

(SEE AD PAGE 88 & THIS PAGE)

Scarpidis Aesthetics

New York Plastic Surgery 200 W 57th St, Ste 508, NYC .....212 951-0505 www.sculpsureformen.com

Skintology

Cosmetical Aesthetics 157 E 57th St, NYC 181 7th Ave, NYC.......................212 989-6555 www.skintologyny.com

PODIATRISTS Ciment, Ethan J., D.P.M.

Collins, Michael, D.P.M. Chelsea Foot & Ankle Center 37 W 20th St, Ste 308 NYC ...........................................646 929-4149 www.chelseafootandankle.com (SEE AD THIS PAGE)

REAL ESTATE Coldwell Bank Residential Brokerage

JC Waterfront – Team Francesco Robert G. Harris 1 2nd Street, Ste 1 & 4 Jersey City, NJ .............................201 604-4200 Cell .............................................646 334-0559

Powell, DeWayne A.

Town Residential NYC............................................917 748-5100 www.townresidential.com

Squadrilli, Armanda

Douglas Elliman 137 Waverly Place, NYC ..............646 824-8379 www.elliman.com/squad

90

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

METROSOURCE.COM

TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

REAL ESTATE/SUBURBAN – WINE & SPIRITS

REAL ESTATE/SUBURBAN Habeeb-Clark, Deborah

Keller Williams Hudson Valley, NY .......................845 800-5413

Perasso, Matt

Prominent Properties/Sotheby’s International Realty 2 Main St, Edgewater, NJ ............201 840-8898 Cell .............................................917 834-0454 www.goldcoastcribs.com

RESTAURANTS (SEE RESTAURANT BITES PAGE 76)

SCHOOLS Brooklyn Heights Montessori School

Manhattan Penthouse

NYC............................................212 627-8838 www.manhattanpenthouse.com

Melrose Ballroom

36–08 33rd St Long Island City ..........................718 255-6921 www.melroseballroom.com

New York Zoos and Aquarium

NYC............................................718 741-3836 www.nyzooevents.com

Our Wedding Officiant NYC

Peter Boruchowitz NYC............................................917 523-1438 www.nyc-gay-weddings.com

Proposition Love

www.propositionlove.com

Yachts for All Seasons

NYC............................................212 534-6380 Cell .............................................917 864-7670 www.y4as.com

WILLS Law Offices of Thomas Sciacca, PLLC

44 Wall St, 10th Fl NYC ...........................................212 495-0317 www.sciaccalaw.com (SEE AD PAGE 73 & ATTORNEYS PAGE 80)

WINE & SPIRITS Cork Wines & Spirits

1450 Washington St Hoboken, NJ ...............................201 942-9964 www.corkwines.net

185 Court St Brooklyn ...................................718 858-5100 www.bhmsny.org (SEE AD PAGE 73 & THIS PAGE)

Rudolf Steiner School

15 E 79th St NYC............................................212 535-2130 www.steiner.edu

TRAVEL Kennedy Travel

130 W 42nd St #401 NYC ...........................................212 398-0999 Toll Free.....................................800 237-7433 www.kennedytravel.com



    

(SEE AD THIS PAGE)

Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce

36 Main St Ogunquit, ME .............................207 646-2939 www.visitogunquit.org

TWOS / PRESCHOOL / ELEMENTARY / MIDDLE SCHOOL

TRAVEL/GETAWAYS

Our curriculum, built upon the Montessori Method, inspires independence, confidence, curiosity, leadership and collaboration in our students.

The Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa

Atlantic City, NJ ..........................609 317-1000 www.outatborgata.com

WEDDING SERVICES Bespoke Matchmaking

1180 Avenue of the Americas, 8th Fl NYC ...........................................888 422-6464 www.bespokematchmaking.com

(SEE AD PAGE 72)

185 COURT STREET BROOKLYN, NY 11201 718-858-5100 bhmsny.org

El Conquistador Resort

1000 El Conquistador Ave Fajardo, Puerto Rico ................... 787 863-6565 www.elconresort.com

Brooklyn Heights Montessori School has an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity.

Elite Private Yachts

Accredited by

NYC ...........................................866 862-7245 www.eliteprivateyachts.com (SEE AD PAGE 70 & EVENT SPACE PAGE 85)

PREPARING STUDENTS WITH THE CRITICAL THINKING & PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS ESSENTIAL FOR SUCCESS IN OUR RAPIDLY CHANGING WORLD.

Feinstein’s/54 Below

CALL OUR ADMISSIONS OFFICE TO SCHEDULE A TOUR: 718-858-5100

Gatherings Floral Design

AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM & SUMMER CAMP OPTIONS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Make My Cake

VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT BHMSNY.ORG

254 W 54th St, Cellar NYC................................... 212 302-5559 x114 www.54below.com 5 Tudor City Place NYC............................................212 682-2083 www.gatheringsfloraldesign.com NYC............................................212 234-2344 www.makemycake.com TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

91

FIRE ISLAND PINES – CHERRY GROVE

BARS

GYM

Blue Whale

Steel Gym

Pines ...........................................631 597-6500 www.bluewhalefireisland.com

Pines www.steelgym.com

Cherry’s

HARDWARE

Cherry Grove ..............................631 597-6820

Pines Hardware & Sundries

Cultured Elephant

Pines ...........................................631 597-6500 www.thepinesfireisland.com

Bay Walk Pines ...........................................631 597-6237

LANDSCAPING/FLORAL

Harbor Club

Pines ...........................................631 597-6500 www.thepinesfireisland.com

Sip n Twirl

Beachscapes

Pines ...........................................631 597-3746

36 Fire Island Boulevard Pines ...........................................631 597-3599

LIQUORS/WINES

The Pavilion

Harbor Walk Pines ...........................................631 597-6442

The Pines Liquor Shop

Pines ...........................................631 597-6500 www.pavilionfireisland.com

ORGANIZATIONS

CLOTHING/GIFTS

Fire Island Pines Property Owners Assn

Gostoso Pines ...........................................646 262-1910

Pines ...........................................631 597-6060

PHYSICIANS

Summer Solstice

Harbor Walk Pines ...........................................631 597-4200

CONTRACTING

Community House

577 Coast Guard Walk Pines ...........................................631 597-6160

Walter Boss, Custom Builder

POOL MAINTENANCE

Pines and Pools

Pines ...........................................631 597-7748

Pines ...........................................631 597-6262 Pines ...........................................631 597-6262

Pines Propane

Dependable Pools

REAL ESTATE

Pines ...........................................631 597-9191

A Summer Place

GROCERIES

Main & Bayview Cherry Grove .................................... 631 597-6140

Grove Market

Main Walk Cherry Grove ..............................631 597-6239

The Pines Pantry

Harbor Walk Pines ...........................................631 597-6200

GUEST HOUSES/HOTELS Bay View Walk, Cherry Grove......631 597-6448 www.belvederefireisland.com

Carousel Guesthouse

185 Holly Walk Cherry Grove ..............................631 597-6612

Cherry Grove Beach Hotel

Cherry Grove ..............................631 597-6600

Cherry Grove ..............................631 597-6261

Pines ...........................................631 597-6500 www.bluewhalefireisland.com

Cultured Elephant

Pines ...........................................631 597-6500 www.thepinesfireisland.com

Grove Pizza & Restaurant Pines Bistro & Pizza

Pines ...........................................631 597-3597

Horizon Beach House

Cherry Grove ..............................631 597-6278 NYC............................................212 689-2699 www.horizonbeachhouse.com

Cherry Grove ..............................917 763-9029 AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

Blue Whale

Cherry Grove ..............................631 597-6766

Dune Point

92

Pines Harbor Realty

36 Fire Island Blvd Pines ...........................................631 597-7575

RESTAURANTS

Belvedere Guest House

SeaBreeze Rentals

Bob Howard Real Estate

37 Fire Island Blvd, Pines .............631 597-9400 NYC............................................212 819-9400 www.fireislandpineshomes.com

TRANSPORTATION Sayville Ferry

River Rd NYC............................................631 589-0810

METROSOURCE.COM

NEW YORK COMMUNITY RESOURCES ATHLETIC

NYC GAY BASKETBALL LEAGUE www.nycgaybasketball.org

BIG APPLE SOFTBALL LEAGUE 208 West 13th St New York, NY 10011 212 696-7482 CHEER NY CHEERLEADING Felipe Hernandez 888 671-7312 www.cheerny.org CITY CRUISERS MC Old Chelsea Station PO Box 1614 New York, NY 10011 www.citycruisers.com (gay men’s motorcycle club) EZRYDERS SNOWBOARDING 445 W 46th St #4D New York, NY 10036 www.ezryders@ondbdx.com FAST AND FABULOUS CYCLING P.O. Box 23008, Ansonia Sta New York, NY 10023 212 567-7160 FRONT RUNNERS NY P.O. Box 87 Ansonia Sta New York, NY 10023 212 799-8781 www.frny.org

OUT OF BOUNDS NYC & TEAM NEW YORK PO Box 372, Times Sq Station New York, NY 10108 www.oobnyc.org PINK PONG NY Sunnyside, Queens 718 623-2926 www.pinkpongfoundation.org SUN/MON/TUE NIGHT TEAMS c/o Chelsea Piers AMF Bowl Pier 60, New York, NY 10011 212 835-2691 SUNDANCE OUTDOOR ADVENTURE SOCIETY www.sundanceoutdoor.org sundanceoutdoor@yahoo.com TEAM NEW YORK AQUATICS 212 691-3440 (hotline)

CULTURAL, ETHNIC & SOCIAL APICHA 400 Broadway New York, NY 10013 212 334-6029 www.apicha.org

GARDEN STATE GAY BOWLING LEAGUE www.gsgbo.com GOTHAM VOLLEYBALL P.O. Box 961 New York, NY 10034 212 388-8208 info@gothamvolleyball.org KNIGHTS WRESTLING CLUB P.O. Box 720161 Jackson Heights, NY 11372 718 815-3244 LONG ISLAND RAVENS MC CLUB c/o Long Island Eagle 94 Clinton Ave Bayshore, NY 11706 631 968-2750 www.liravensmc.org MONDAY NIGHT FOURPLAY BOWLING LEAGUE Syosset Bowl 631 842-5166 NORTH JERSEY G&L BOWLERS Belle Aire Lanes West Caldwell, NJ 201 823-2250 NY GAY POOL LEAGUE PO Box 1502 Ansonia Sta New York, NY 10023 212 496-4585 NY RAMBLER’S SOCCER CLUB, INC. 917 767-9789 www.nyramblers.com

BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SOCIETY 5001 Angel Canyon Rd Kanab, UT 84741 435 644-2001 www.bestfriends.org GAY & BI FATHERS FORUM OF GREATER NY PO Box 1321, Midtown Sta New York, NY 10018 212 721-4216 (recording) 718 728-0476 GAY & LESBIAN ALLIANCE AGAINST DEFAMATION (GLAAD) 150 West 26th St New York, NY 10001 212 807-1700 www.glaad.org GAY FATHERS OF NY 245 Eighth Ave #897 New York, NY 10011 212 388-2618 GAY GOTHAM CHORUS P.O. Box 2218 New York, NY 10108 gaygothamchorus.org GAY MEN OF AFRICAN DESCENT 44 Court St, 10th Fl, Ste 1000 Brooklyn, NY 10201 718 222-6300 www.gmad.org

TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

NEW YORK COMMUNITY RESOURCES Metrosource is committed to helping non-profit organizations in their ongoing efforts to serve our diverse community.

GAY MEN OF THE BRONX PO Box 511, Bronx, NY 10451 www.gmob.org IMPERIAL QUEENS & KINGS OF NY 70-A Greenwich Ave #120 New York, NY 10011 212 229-5900 x3655 IN OUR OWN WRITE 208 West 13th St New York, NY 10014 212 620-7310 x305 (monthly readings) IN THE LIFE 30 West 26th St, 7th Fl New York, NY 10011 212 255-6012 JERSEY CITY LESBIAN & GAY OUTREACH (JCLGO) 113 Pavonia Ave #247 Jersey City, NJ 07302 201 333-5725 LATINOS & LATINAS DE AMBIENTE/NY (LLANY) 208 West 13th St New York, NY 10014 212 367-1092 LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL & TRANSGENDER COMMUNITY SERVICES CENTER 208 West 13th St New York, NY 10014 212 620-7310 www.gaycenter.org LESBIAN & GAY NATURAL HISTORY GROUP OF NY 80 Garfield Pl Brooklyn, NY 11215 718 965-0013 LESBIAN HERSTORY ARCHIVES PO Box 1258 New York, NY 10116 718 768-3953 LESLIE-LOHMAN MUSEUM OF GAY AND LESBIAN ART 26 Wooster St New York, NY 10013 www.leslielohman.org LIVE OUT LOUD 45 West 36th Street, 6th Fl New York, NY 10018 212 378-4095 www.liveoutloud.info THE LOFT-LOWER HUDSON VALLEY LGBT Center 252 Bryant Ave White Plains, NY 10605 914 948-2932 www.loftgaycenter.org THE L.I. GAY & LESBIAN FILM FESTIVAL ORG P.O. Box 360 East Northport, NY 11731 www.liglff.org

LONG ISLAND GAY & LESBIAN YOUTH 34 Park Ave Bay Shore, NY 11706 631 665-2300 www.ligaly.org LONG ISLAND RAVENS M.C. c/o The Long Island Eagle 94 North Clinton Ave Bay Shore, NY 11706 631 968-2750 www.liravensmc.org MALES AU NATUREL (MAN) 332 Bleecker St #133 New York, NY 10014 347 704-0704 www.man.shuttlepod.org MEN OF ALL COLORS TOGETHER NEW YORK PO Box 1518 Ansonia Station, NY 10023 NYC GAY MEN’S CHORUS 561 Seventh Ave, Ste 803 New York, NY 10018 212 344-1777 www.nycgmc.org NYC PRIDE 154 Christopher St, Suite 1D New York, NY 10014 212 807-7433 www.nycpride.org PARENTS AND FRIENDS OF LESBIANS AND GAYS (P-FLAG) PO Box 553 New York, NY 10021 212 463-0629 THE POINT FOUNDATION 5757 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 370 LA, CA 90036 866 33-Point www.pointfoundation.org PRIME TIMERS c/o Don Hargus 208 Anderson St, Suite 8DS Hackensack, NJ 07601 201 488-4839 QUEENS L&G PRIDE COMMITTEE PO Box 580445 Flushing, NY 11358 718 460-4064 QUEENS PRIDE HOUSE 76-11 37th Ave Jackson Heights, NY 11372 718 429-5309 QUEENS RAINBOW COMMUNITY CENTER 30-74 Steinway St, 2nd Fl Astoria, NY 11105 718 204-5955 SERVICES AND ADVOCACY FOR GLBT ELDERS (SAGE) 305 Seventh Ave New York, NY 10001 212 741-2247 www.sageusa.org SOUTHERNERS/L&G MEN IN NY PO Box 881 New York, NY 10008-0881

TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

STONEWALL CHORALE Box 920, Old Chelsea Sta New York, NY 10011 212 971-5813

BAILEY HOUSE 275 Seventh Ave, 12th Fl New York, NY 10001 212 633-2500

GREENWICH HOUSE 80 Fifth Ave New York, NY 10011 212 691-2900

STONEWALL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 119 West 24th St, 7th Fl New York, NY 10011 212 367-1155 www.stonewallfoundation.org

BETH ISRAEL MEDICAL CENTER AIDS CLINICAL TRIAL UNIT DIV OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES 350 East 17th St, 3rd Fl New York, NY 10003 212 420-4519

HEALTH EDUCATION AIDS LIAISON PO Box 1103 New York, NY 10113 212 873-0780

TRI STATE LG&B STUDENT COALITION 208 West 13th St New York, NY 10014

HEALTH/ COUNSELING AIDS CENTER OF QUEENS COUNTY 97-45 Queens Blvd #1220 Rego Park, NY 11374 718 896-2500 AIDS DRUG ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ADAP) 800 542-2437 AIDS HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION 475 Atlantic Ave Brooklyn, NY 11217 718 637-2970 888 AIDS-CARE www.ahfpharmacy.org AIDS HOTLINE/NYC DEPT OF HEALTH 311 Broadway, 4th Fl New York, NY 10007 800 TALK-HIV AIDS RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICES 2269 Saw Mill River Rd Elmsford, NY 10523 914 345-8888 AIDS SERVICE CENTER NYC 64 West 35th St New York, NY 212 645-0875 www.ascnyc.org THE ALLIANCE FOR POSITIVE CHANGE 64 West 35th Street, 3rd Fl New York, NY 10001 212.645-0875 www.alliance.nyc (SEE AD NEXT PAGE) AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR AIDS RESEARCH 120 Wall St New York, NY 10005 212 806-1600 ANTI-VIOLENCE PROJECT 240 West 35th St, 12th Fl New York, NY 10001 212 714-1184 212 714-1141 (Hotline) BAILEY HOLT HOUSE 180 Christopher St New York, NY 10014 212 337-3000

NYC DEPT OF HEALTH OFFICE OF G&L HEALTH 125 Worth St, Suite CN67 New York, NY 10013 212 442-6944

HETRICK MARTIN INSTITUTE 212 674-2400

BODY POSITIVE OF NY 19 Fulton St Suite 308B New York, NY 10038 212 566-7333 800 566-6599

HISPANIC AIDS FORUM, INC. 213 W 35th St, 12th Fl New York, NY 10001 212 868-6230 www.hafnyc.org

BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS 165 West 46th St #1300 New York, NY 10036 212 840-0770 BROOKLYN AIDS TASK FORCE 465 Dean St Brooklyn, NY 11217 718 783-0883 CALLEN LORDE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER 356 West 18th St New York, NY 10011 212 271-7200 CHEST (CTRHIV/AIDS EDUCATION STUDIES & TRAINING) 250 West 26th Street, 3rd Floor New York, NY 212 206-7919 DESIGN INDUSTRIES FOUNDATION FOR AIDS (DIFFA) 200 Lexington Ave #1016 New York, NY 10016 212 727-3100 F.E.G.S. MANHATTAN COUNSELING CENTER 80 Van Dam St New York, NY 10013 212 366-8289 FRIENDS HOUSE IN ROSEHILL PMB#248 50 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10010 212 995-5000 www.friendshousenyc.org GAY MEN OF AFRICAN DESCENT 44 Court St, 10th Fl, Ste 1000 Brooklyn, NY 10201 718 222-6300 www.gmad.org GAY MEN’S HEALTH CRISIS 446 West 33rd St New York, NY 10001 212 367-1273 212 367-1489 800 243-7692 www.gmhc.org GOD’S LOVE WE DELIVER 166 Ave of the Americas New York, NY 10013 212 294-8142 212 294-8100 www.godslovewedeliver.org www.racetodeliver.org

INSTITUTION FOR HUMAN IDENTITY 322 Eighth Ave, Suite #802 New York, NY 10011 212 243-2830 www.ihi-therapycenter.org LI ASSN FOR AIDS CARE (LIAAC) 631 385-AIDS (hotline) 631 385-2451 MEN OF COLOR AIDS PREVENTION PROGRAM (MOCA) 125 Worth St, Box 67 New York, NY 10013 212 788-4402

PROJECT ACHIEVE New York, 212 305-2201 Project ACHIEVE (Union Square) New York, 212 388-0008 www.nycvaccine.org www.hopetakesaction.org THE SAMARITANS OF NEW YORK SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE PO Box 1259 New York, NY 10159 212 673-3000 (24 Hours) TALK SAFE + PLUSES 203 West St #408 New York, NY 212 604-1500 TREVOR PROJECT 9056 Santa Monica Blvd #100 West Hollywood, CA 90069 310 271-8845 VILLAGE NURSING HOME DAY TREATMENT PROGRAM 133 West 20th St, Ground Fl New York, NY 10011 212 633-1616

LEGAL LAMBDA LEGAL DEFENSE AND EDUCATION FUND 120 Wall St #1500 New York, NY 10005 212 809-8585

MEN’S HIV SUPPORT GROUP 212 877-8227 x214 MINORITY TASK FORCE ON AIDS 475 Riverside Dr New York, NY 10115 212 870-2691

LEGAL (L&G LAW ASSN OF GREATER NY) 799 Broadway #340 New York, NY 10003 212 459-4873

NAMES PROJECT NJ P.O. Box 716 New Brunswick, NJ 732 249-3933

LESBIANS

NAMES PROJECT NYC 75 Varick St #1404 New York, NY 10013-1917 212 226-2292

LESBIANS ABOUT VISUAL ART 118 Fort Greene Pl Brooklyn, NY 11217

The NGLCCNY is the NY Metro headquarters of the National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) — the business voice of the LGBT community and the certifying body for LGBT Business Enterprises.

Join Us: @NGLCCNY nglccny.org | info@nglccny.org Certifying LGBT Businesses.

Connecting Our Communities.

METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

93

NEW YORK COMMUNITY RESOURCES Metrosource is committed to helping non-profit organizations in their ongoing efforts to serve our diverse community.

LES HERSTORY ARCHIVES PO Box 1258 New York, NY 10116 718 768-3953 LESBIAN MOTHERS @ THE LOFT 180 East Post Rd Lower Level, White Plains, NY 914 948-4922

POLITICAL EMPIRE STATE PRIDE AGENDA 16 West 22nd St New York, NY 10010 212 627-0305 LOG CABIN REPUBLICANS OF NY Radio City Station PO Box 2321 New York, NY 10101 212 202-6431 www.newyork.logcabin.org PRIDE DEMOCRATS 70 Greenwich Ave New York, NY 10011 212 613-6039

STONEWALL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 119 West 24th St, 6th Fl New York, NY 10011 212 367-1155

STONEWALL DEMOCRATIC CLUB 212 561-9008 www.stonewalldems.com

STONEWALL REPUBLICANS PO Box 650052 Fresh Meadows, NY 11365 718 357-7075

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LESBIAN AND GAY AFFIRMATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPISTS 250 West 15th St New York, NY 10011 212 517-1722

FSIX FINANCIAL SERVICE INDUSTRY EXCHANGE www.fsix.org

GAY OFFICERS ACTION LEAGUE PO Box 2038, Canal St Sta New York, NY 10013

NATIONAL GAY & LESBIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NY 340 West 42nd Street New York, NY 10108 646 964-5027 www.nglccny.org (SEE AD PAGE 93)

OUT PROFESSIONALS 332 Bleecker St #149 New York, NY 10014 212 462-9255

THE PUBLISHING TRIANGLE 332 Bleecker Street #D36 New York, NY 10014 www.publishingtriangle.org

REFERRALS/ SWITCHBOARDS G&L SWITCHBOARD P.O. Box 693 New York, NY 212 989-0999 THE GAY PARENTING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FUND New York, NY 10011 www.menhavingbabies.org LESBIAN THERAPISTS REFERRAL NETWORK 119 Washington Place, Suite C New York, NY 10014 212 206-1589

CHURCH OF ST PAUL & ST ANDREW 263 West 86th St New York, NY 10024 212 362-3179

MARBLE COLLEGIATE CHURCH 1 West 29th St New York, NY 10001 212 686-2770 www.marblechurch.org

COMMUNITY CHURCH OF NY 40 East 35th St New York, NY 10016 212 683-4988 www.ccny.org

METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCH OF NY 446 West 36th St New York, NY 10018 212 629-7440 www.mccny.org

CONGREGATION BEIT SIMCHAT TORAH 130 West 30th St New York, NY 10001 212 929-9498

RELIGIOUS

DIGNITY NEW YORK PO Box 1554 New York, NY 10150 646 418-7039 Brooklyn - 718 565-2171 Metro NJ - 973 857-4040 New Bruns. - 732 968-9263 Nassau - 516 781-6225 Suffolk - 631 654-5367

BROADWAY UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 263 West 86 St, 3rd Fl New York, NY 10024 212 316-5700 www.bwayucc.org

INTEGRITY/NEW YORK (LBGT EPISCOPALIANS) PO Box 20067 New York, NY 10011 212 691-7181

TREVOR PROJECT 212 545-0081 www.thetrevorproject.org

MIDDLE COLLEGIATE CHURCH 112 Second Ave @ 7th St New York, NY 10003 212 477-0666 www.middlechurch.org

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH Reverend Mark Erson 81 Christopher St. New York, NY 10014 212-242-5737 www.stjohnsnyc.org

Get your weekly jolt of...

- can’t-miss upcoming events - exclusives you won’t find in print - hot pop culture updates and more

Find out what’s brewing...

Sign up now to give your inbox a perk at

metrosource.com/subscribe

METROESPRESSO brought to you by METROSOURCE TO ADVERTISE CALL 212 691-5127

METROSOURCE.COM

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2017

95

LAST CALL

Alexis’ Turn Drag Race season nine’s “Broadway Queen” dishes on her unique road to Ru. BY JEFFREY JAMES KEYES Snatch Game I would pray, “Please nobody do Liza!”Everything happens for a reason, and this is what I was supposed to do. I was supposed to get on the show and get on Snatch Game and hopefully do her proud. I’m still waiting to hear if I did. I’m hoping I hear from her soon.

Can you remember the moment when you first encountered a drag performer in person?

There was a very pivotal moment for me. I can’t remember the year, but I do know I was under age, so I shouldn’t have been where I was.

Those were different times: you could get away with it back then. It was a post-Wigstock party at Webster Hall, and the the drag entertainer Edie performed. She wore a little black dress, a little black bob and black character shoes and did a lip-sync and dance routine to Dusty Springfield’s “Son of a Preacher Man” with two boys dancing behind her. It set my mind and heart aflame. It was amazing, beautiful, theatrical, very Fosse and just made me feel like there was this opportunity to express myself in a way that I had yet to put into physical practice.

You two should go on the road together!

That would be amazing.

What draws you to performers like Liza and Judy?

My drag beginnings go to those iconic women.

I really think my love of acting and performing grew out of watching movie musicals as a kid.

I always wanted to emulate these powerhouse women: Judy Garland, Julie Andrews, Bette Midler, Barbra. Whenever I go through their material, it’s a loving tribute — not to mention just plain good material.

What was it like winning Snatch Game for your Liza?

In some ways that was the big dream come true for me. In auditioning for the show for the past eight years, performing Liza was a big part of it, going back to that first tape eight years ago.

There were a couple years where I didn’t include her in my tape, but I often did ... and every year that I didn’t get on the show and watched

Or at least a show at 54 Below...

That sounds great. Let’s do it.

Speaking of 54 Below, how did you put your show there together?

I have styled many Broadway ladies for their shows there and have always fantasized about doing my own show there. I wanted to put something together that encompasses my experience and how dressing up in drag contributed to making my dreams come true, but I also wanted to make sure there are things that show the political climate that we’re in and the fact that the world is very mixed up, and there’s a lot of unrest for many people.

What was it like getting that call to be on Drag Race?

When the phone rang, and I could see it was a Los Angeles number I just felt that it was good news. There was a first phone call that was an interview. In that moment, I felt a tremendous combination of feeling recognized but also a huge weight off my shoulders. After so many years of auditioning, I’d wondered if they even noticed me. Was I wasting my time? Was I wasting their time? And in this phone call, they asked me something about my audition tape from four years ago and right away it was that beautiful feeling that they have been watching and paying attention — they did notice.

How’d your Drag Race journey begin on a cruise ship?

I went on the “Drag Stars at Sea” cruise, and I

got to meet a lot of my heroes in the first year.

The second year I approached Michelle Visage and asked if I could sing a song at her cabaret. She hosts this cabaret where she and some of the queens sing and do some numbers. I thought it would be so amazing to go and sing.

She said she would have to check on it with some other folks but didn’t mind.

I showed up at the dressing room without having been confirmed — because so much in life and show business is just showing up. I think there was some question about whether I would be [allowed] to do it. I think my determination — in showing up and being ready to go on — spoke to people. I was actually asked by someone running the entertainment why did I feel that I should be able to perform? I was not a Ru Girl, I was not scheduled to perform, why do I think I should be there performing. I thought about it and said, “Well, I’m not a Ru Girl yet, but I will be. I want to sing with these people.”You know, some people might find that brazen, but it was bold and something I felt like it would come through in my heart. And I was right.

Yas! And what did you perform?

“Rose’s Turn” from Gypsy.

ALEXIS TAKES US BACK TO HER FIRST ENTRANCE INTO THE DRAG RACE WORKROOM AND LOOKS TO THE FUTURE AS THIS PIECE CONTINUES ON THE FREE METROSOURCE APP AND AT METROSOURCE.COM.

■

ALEXIS MICHELLE COURTESY VH1

Alexis Michelle is a New York-based drag performer who placed fifth in the most recent season of RuPaul’s Drag Race but ruled the infamous Snatch Game episode with her memorable turn as “Liza.” She spilled the tea with Metrosource about how she ended up racing with the queens.

LAST CALL EXTRA

Alexis offers a peek behind the scenes of auditioning and filming for Drag Race — plus a look ahead at what comes next for her. BY JEFFREY JAMES KEYES

RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE SEASON NINE CAST COURTESY VH1

Do you remember the moment you realized this kind of performing is what you’re meant to do?

It might have been one of those nights that you came to see my show at the Green Room at New World Stages, Jeffrey. It was a very small stage right in the heart of the theater district in New York. There are just these magical moments that happen when you’re onstage sometimes: You just feel like you’re living to your fullest, and people are witnessing it. When those moments happen is when I go, “Oh God, this is my happy place, it’s what I’m supposed to be doing.”

What was it like walking into the Drag Race workroom for the first time?

It was nuts. The producers are very careful not to let you see anything before you have that initial experience.

Just walking into the building is a trip because you’re like, “Oh my God, I’m recognizing things!” And then when you walk into the workroom: I wasn’t the first one in, so I could feel there were people to my left.

The important thing is you have to walk in and hit your mark and make a good impression; so I’m trying to do that, but I really want to turn my head and see who was there!

You didn’t have any idea who’d be on the show with you?

No. The producers are so careful at protecting the secrecy of who’s getting cast. The moment you walk in the room is the same moment when you actually see

who is there. They do a great job with that. We really had not physically seen each other until we walked into the room.

Was it hard to come back and not talk about the show?

It was very hard, and of course a lot of people had their suspicions based on [who they noticed] dropping off of social media. Some people would cross the line but most were respectful and didn’t ask me things I couldn’t answer. We were encouraged by the producers to treat it like our little secret, something to protect.

What is something you learned about yourself from being on the show?

I learned that — as strong as a competitor as I might seem to other people — I’m very sensitive and a big softie. Even though I’m at this place [in my career], there’s still more wisdom to be gained. One of the wisest things I’m taking from RuPaul is to not take everything so seriously. I’m trying to laugh at life.

Can you take us through the experience of moving from being on the show to being on tour?

It’s been extremely gratifying, of course. I’ve been pursuing performing for my entire life. It’s also rewarding, to suddenly be thrust into a travel schedule full time. It’s one of the most incredible opportunities that’s actually the least glamorous. It’s amazing

How does your time on Drag Race change the course of your career up until now?

I’ve definitely been paving the way for quite some time. Now that I have this platform, I hope it will continue to open more doors in entertainment. I want to be on stage. I want to be on Broadway. I would love to be on film. Stage is always my first love, but there’s an intimacy that can be achieved on screen; I find it intriguing. Delicate, subtle, nuanced work is alluring. I just want to be a real show biz queen. I want to make music, act, entertain. There’s a lot I want to do.

What hast it been like connecting with all of these new fans all over the world post-Drag Race?

It’s extremely humbling and puts a new sense of responsibility on your shoulders. The thing I was not anticipating that I’m hearing from everyone is what an inspiration we all are. At first I didn’t understand it, but now I see that it’s all about living an authentic queer life. It’s meaningful to young people, and it’s meaningful to their parents. I had a woman that I met at DragCon with her son and he was probably 6’5’’ or 6’6’’ in the high heels that he was wearing,and he had a beautiful face of makeup on and he was there with his mom at DragCon. I took a picture with them in my booth, we talked, and I told him he has a beautiful mom and thanked her for bringing her beautiful son.

She had such an emotional response. She just cried

and we hugged each other. There’s such a tremendous responsibility for us to be their role model and to continue to do so, and to thank them because their support keeps us going. It’s a two way street.

I’ve seen your family quite a bit at your shows.

My family is on board now, but there was an adjustment period. There was definitely a progression, and things continue to evolve. That’s all the more reason, when I see a young person accompanied by their parents, I’m really moved by it.

Do you have any advice for someone who wants to get into drag but is concerned with what their parents might think?

If you really feel that dressing [up as] this part of yourself could do you some harm from someone who is not a friend or even — God forbid — a family member, you need to be safe: Put safety first. My bigger advice is to find a place, an avenue, a way to express that part of yourself. If it’s in you, you have to let it out, it’s not good to keep it in. I would encourage you to try living authentically. By living this way you can change people’s perspectives. People can [turn their lives] around by living so truthfully.

What else is on the horizon for you, Alexis?

Stay tuned for upcoming music, and my solo show — in New York and around the world.

■ Follow Alexis on Twitter @alexislives.

RUPAUL COURTESY VH1

how glamorous we look on the outside when we’re basically living on airports and airplanes.

WE FOCUS ON HIV TO HELP YOU FOCUS ON

TODAY

Ask your doctor if a medicine made by Gilead is right for you.

onepillchoices.com © 2015 Gilead Sciences, Inc. All rights reserved. UNBC1851 03/15