Mocca Magazine August 2013

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In This Issue

7 Editor’s Note

56 Ask Aunt Pearl

9 Sex and the Single Man

59 Pride Guide

17 The Back of the Closet:

Calendar

Lonely Liars

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63 Pageant Calendar

64 Horoscopes 21 After Trayvon Martin: Where Do We Go From Here? 70 Websites, Blogs and 48 National HIV/AIDS Resources Website: www.moccamag.com

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Comments: Comments@moccamag.com

You-tube Channels 71 National Club Listings Advertising: Advertising@moccamag.com Ask Aunt Pearl: askauntpearl@moccamag.com


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Editor’s Note Congratulations. With this issue we have reached the release of out 6th issue. At the beginning of July we reached 1000 twitter followers (@moccamag) are we’re currently 150 followers away from the 2000 follower mark. Digital views continue to grow every month. At this time, I want to say “Thank You”! We at Mocca Magazine would not have reached this point without each and every one of you continuing to believe in our little magazine. We look forward to continuing to expand on our platform. We’re currently working on solutions to provide a print edition of the magazine that will be available in select areas. We’re also working on a subscription model to allow those in our community who would like to have the magazine delivered to them each and every month the option to do so. We at Mocca Magazine take great pride in each and every issue that we provide to you and go to great lengths to bring you a magazine that you can be proud of. A magazine that can be received as proper representation of the black gay community. We tip our hats to all of the great magazines, websites and blogs in our community bringing a plethora of information about our community to the world. We’re excited to be a part of this growing group. And please feel free to send me any comments or suggestions to comment@moccamag.com Rodney L. Berry

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Sex and the Single Man Sex is a very common occurrence. Someone is probably having sex right now while you’re reading this. It is very natural for men to want to engage in sexual activity. Many woke up this morning from a sexual encounter the night before. For gay men, the odds of sexual activity are much higher than there heterosexual counterparts. Society normally tells men to have sex whenever you can while women are told that they should be very virtuous and not engage in sex randomly. Men are normally told to have as much sex as possible. So when you get two males together there are no social restraints keeping them from engaging in sex. Normally sexual attraction and opportunity are the only things needed for a sexual encounter to occur. In this day and age, there are so many different ways for men to find sex. Men can go to bar and clubs to find sexual partners. They can also find sex in private sex clubs and adult video stores. Most cities have areas where male prostitutes can be found. Some take things to the extreme. News reports are filled with men being caught in public parks and public restrooms. Men risk reputation and sometimes their marriages for a casual sexual escapade. Many men in committed relationships still find the need to find pleasure outside of their relationships. Check out popular websites like Men4now.com and Adam4Adam.com and you will find men in committed relationships and marriages looking for discreet hook-ups. These same men can be found on popular mobile applications like Grindr and Jack’d. Chatlines are still available for men to call in and find sexual partners. Craigslist is filled with male escorts 9


Sex and the Single Man looking to share some time with you. Most male adult entertainers also escort on the side. Or maybe it’s the other way around. Men in relationships have no problem finding justification for stepping outside of these relationships. But sex has gotten very risky in the wake of HIV/AIDS. Sex used to be something you could do in the dark and no one but you and your partner would ever know. But now, casual sex can leave you with a parting gift that cannot be returned or exchanged. We now live in a world where asking someone their HIV status is commonplace in sexual encounters. More and more cases of other sexually transmitted diseases like Gonorrhea and Syphilis are being reported each and every year. Why does the opportunity for sex enable these men to risk everything for it? Ask 10 different men and you might get 10 different answers. Many are looking for variety. Some are seeking out the sex that they are not supposed to be indulging in. Some just want sex however and from whomever they can get it from. Many men are masterful at separating the emotional and physical elements of sex. They can maintain a relationship of marriage and continue to find different sexual partners. But what has all of this easy access to sex done to the relationship. Many people are finding it hard to obtain and maintain a relationship. Due to feeling that there is a shortage of quality men (whatever that means) to start a relationship with, many men have resolved themselves to not finding relationships. A redefinition of monogamy Many men currently in relationships or venturing into a relationship have had to decide what being in a relationship means to their sex lives. Some feel that they should be monogamous to their partner. Some feel that stepping out every now and then is acceptable as long as their partner doesn’t find out. 10


Sex and the Single Man Some invite sexual partners into their established relationships with them and their partner. All of this ambiguousness in sex can lead to a lot of confusion within the relationship. The relationship can be built on a rocky foundation if these fundamentals are not agreed upon. It is very important for you to understand your feelings on the matter before you begin or continue a relationship with someone. Relationship vs. Sex. Many men believe that sex and relationship are two different things. That you can have sex with one person but be in a relationship with someone else. Men can be very good at this again because they are quick to separate their need for sex from the desires of their relationship. They can have sex outside of the relationship because they have no feelings for that person. Men do this very frequently. They can engage in casual sex at a local gym and then go home and snuggle up on the couch with their significant other. They can have cybersex with someone, turn of the computer, and get into bed with their spouse. So, it is very important for you to think about your sex life and how it affects your personal life. Also think about the person you plan to be in a relationship with. Defining what is acceptable activity for you and your partner. These boundaries need to be set and understood so that there are no misunderstandings within the relationship. We now live in an age where these things have to be discussed. You cannot assume that your partner will share the same ideas and values that you possess. And to maintain a healthy relationship, the subjects should always be open for discussion. We are evolving creatures and what works for us today might not work for us next year. Sex is a beautiful thing but it also requires a level of responsibility. Understanding your personal sex life and how to it affects others is key to maintaining your happiness. So, take some time to seriously think about your sex life and how it is affecting your life and goals for the future. If adjustments need to be made, don’t be afraid to make them. The end result will be your continued happiness and the ability to bring happiness to others around you.

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Chicago Pride @ Vision Friday July 6, 2013 Photos: by: Peter Miekina

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Chicago Pride @ Metro Saturday July 7, 2013 Photos: by: Peter Miekina

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The Back of the Closet

Lonely Liars by Rafael Solece It is a known fact; people need people. We all like to pretend that we are all individuals; that we don't need anybody. We walk around wearing single like a badge of honor, pretending we are just fine being alone. The cold hard truth is that although, we may be rational and intelligent individuals who don't want to feel like we need anybody, all our rational individualism goes right out the window on a dreary, wet summer night. That is when our emotional selves take over and the loneliness sets in. If we were all severely honest with ourselves, we would happily admit our biggest fear on earth is that we are going to end up old and alone, with nobody who loves us. Truth be told, we all want someone special in our lives. Someone who is going to love us unconditionally. Someone we can grow old with. Someone to keep our beds warm at night. Someone to ring that bell. We all just want someone. The problem is some of us are just too afraid or too stubborn to admit it. We all just want to be loved. It's a constant phrase I hear. “Single and loving it”. Don't get me wrong. I totally believe that a person can be content being alone. But loving it, however, I doubt that. No one loves being single. If they did people wouldn't date or have sex. These are all pre-requisites to love and relationships and a person that loves the single life wouldn't do anything to disturb the peace and quiet of solitude. The truth is “single and loving it” is a big old lie that we tell ourselves so that we don't feel bad about the fact that we aren't in love, dating someone, or in a relationship. “Single and loving it” is the lie that lonely people tell themselves so that they don't feel lonely. Nobody is single and loving it. We all crave the affections of another person. We thrive off of it. If you put a person in a room alone for a week, most people can't handle it. They can't handle being alone. So why then do we tell ourselves such lies? Probably because none of us can really handle the truth. If we admitted to ourselves that we really needed someone, that we really desired to be loved, then that would show how vulnerable we are. Nobody wants to look weak or vulnerable. But wouldn't that be better than hiding behind fake certainty? Wouldn't that be better than lying about being happy? Especially, when the truth is that you aren't happy. When the truth is you are actually miserable. When the truth is, you would prefer to come home every day to a special someone who loves, appreciates, respects, and cares for you. Wouldn't that be better than faking the funk? I am single but I can tell you I ain't loving it. Don't get me wrong; I know how to be alone but just because I know how does not mean that I think being alone is better. On the contrary, I have had the alternative. Being in love with and having someone to love me is much better. I would much rather have someone in my life than not and that is a much better truth to tell. 17


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After Trayvon Martin: Where do we go from here?

February 5,1995—February 26,2012

On February 26, 2012, Trayvon Martin was shot and killed by George Zimmerman. At the time of the shooting, The Sanford police deemed that the shooting happened in self-defense and George Zimmerman was never arrested. He was questioned the night of the shooting and on the next day. This action by the Sanford police department was not well accepted by members of Trayvon Martin’s family and the people in the community. How could this have happened? Trayvon Martin was an unarmed teenager who had just recently traveled to the area to spend some time with his father. He had committed no crime. He had just walked to a neighborhood store. How could he now be dead and the person that shot him not have been arrested? The family and community leaders wanted answers. They held rallies calling for the arrest of George Zimmerman. Local and national news outlets ran the story. It became the new cause for Nancy Grace and Jane Velez-Mitchell. Rallies occurred in almost every major city. President Barack Obama even commented on this very issue. The justice department decided to examine the case to see if Mr. Martin’s civil rights were violated. On March 20, 2012, Florida Governor Rick Scott assigned state attorney 21


After Trayvon Martin: Where do we go from here? Angela Corey to the case on March 22, 2012. An arrest warrant was issued for George Zimmerman on April 11, 2012, charging him with second-degree murder in the death of Trayvon Martin. Before the trial began the family of Trayvon Martin settled a wrongful death lawsuit with The Retreat at Twin Lakes in April 2013 for an undisclosed amount. The Case th

On Sunday February 26 2012, Trayvon Martin a 17 y/o black teen, left his father’s girlfriend’s home in Sanford, FL on foot to go to a local convenience store. At the store he purchased a canned fruit drink and candy. On his route home, he was observed by George Zimmerman as he entered the gated subdivision through its back entrance; Mr. Zimmerman became suspicious of this activity and phoned the local police to have a police car dispatched to the area. During the call, Mr. Zimmerman got out of his truck and began to follow Mr. Martin. After the call had concluded, Mr. Zimmerman and Mr. Martin got into an altercation and at the end of the altercation George Zimmerman pulled out a gun that he was carrying and shot Mr. Martin in the chest. Mr. Martin died shortly after that gunshot. The police arrived and tried to resuscitate Mr. Martin. This attempt was unsuccessful. After an initial investigation, the Sanford Police decided not to arrest Mr. Zimmerman under Florida’s Stand Your Ground law. The family of Trayvon Martin did not understand this decision and organized rallies calling for the arrest Mr. Zimmerman. On March 20 the Federal Justice department decided to open the case for review. On April 11, 2012 George Zimmerman was arrested for seconddegree murder of Trayvon Martin. 22


After Trayvon Martin: Where do we go from here? The Verdict The trial began on June 10, 2013. On July 11, 2013 a jury of 6 women found George Zimmerman not guilty of second-degree murder and manslaughter. 2 of the jurors have spoken in interviews with the press. One juror who stated that she felt he (Mr. Zimmerman) was not guilty from their first vote after receiving the case. One felt he was guilty initially of second-degree murder but after further deliberations changed to a not guilty vote. Protests have taken place in many major cities. Most of the protests have focused on the acquittal and the Stand Your Ground law that started the initial protests more than a year ago. Shortly after the verdict, the Justice department announced it was reviewing whether Trayvon Martin’s civil rights were violated. Stand Your Ground Florida was the first state to enact a ‘Stand Your Ground’ law on Oct. 1 2005 The law states that a person is presumed to have reasonable fear of imminent death or great bodily harm when using defensive force if an intruder has broken into his or her home or vehicle and is justified in using force; it states that a person does not have a duty to retreat if he or she believes death or bodily harm is imminent; and it provides immunity from criminal prosecution and civil action for justifiable use of force. The law was at the center of the delayed arrest and the trial of George Zimmerman. Many are calling for the repeal of the law because as the law reads it is ‘confusing to many’. Also most applications of the law have no witnesses, the surviving party only has to state that they felt that their life was in danger. Stand Your Ground laws are currently active in 22 states. Race Relations Many people in the black community felt that the verdict was unjust and that Mr. Zimmerman had gotten away with murdering Mr. Martin. Many saw a deeper thread in the devaluation of black males. Many ask 23


After Trayvon Martin: Where do we go from here? how a teen could be killed while carrying no weapon by someone with a gun and the actions is deemed self-defense. Did Mr. Martin have the right to defend himself? Many see it as their children are not safe from being killed because someone wrongfully sees them as being a threat. On November 3, 2012, Jordan Davis was shot and killed by Michael Dunn who open fired on the SUV that Mr. Davis was sitting in the backseat of. Mr. Davis along with 3 friends had stopped at the gas station after some shopping at a local mall in Jacksonville; FL. Mr. Dunn was in Jacksonville to attend a wedding reception for his son. After getting into an argument with the teens over loud music being played in the SUV, Mr. Davis stated that the teen threated his life and produced what he thought was a shotgun. . He states he went into his glovebox and retrieved his gun and fired no less than 8 gunshots into the SUV. After open firing on the SUV, Mr. Dunn left the scene and returned to the hotel room that he had in the area. He saw on the news that a teen had been killed in the shooting. The next morning, he checked out of the hotel and returned to his home in Satellite Beach, FL, (2.5 hours away from Jacksonville). He was arrested at this home later that day (his license plate information had been taken down by a witness to the event) He has plead not guilty to one count of firstdegree murder and 3 counts of attempted murder. His trial is set to begin Sept. 23 2013 Many see this as another test of the stand your ground law and also how far you can claim self-defense even in the absence of the other party possessing a weapon. No matter how this trial and the many others just like it are settled, the one thing that is clear is that there are many people that believe that racial justice is still far from being equal to all Americans. Join the conversation Click here or go to www.moccamag.com to leave your comments about this article.

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National Resources for HIV and AIDS awareness. Herwe is a listing of HIV and AIDS resource information National HIV Hotlines

HIV/AIDS Info 1-800-448-0440 National AIDS Hotline (24 hours a day, daily): (800) 232-4636 AIDS Action Hotline 1-800-235-2331

State HIV/AIDS Hotlines Below is a State by State breakdown of Information resources dealing with HIV and AIDS Alabama AIDS Hotline In Alabama: (800) 228-0469 Alaska AIDS Hotline In Alaska: (800) 478-2437 If Calling Out of State: (907) 269-8000 Arizona AIDS Hotline In Arizona: (800) 232-4636 If Calling Out of State: (602) 364-3610 Arkansas AIDS Hotline In Arkansas: (800) 232-4636 Arkansas AIDS Foundation: (501) 376 -6299

Information available in English, Spanish and Filipino TDD for the deaf: 1-888-225-AIDS. Colorado STD/HIV Hotline Denver only: (303) 692-2777 In Colorado (toll free): (877) 478-3448 If Calling Out of State: 303) 692-2783 Connecticut Health Department National (860) 692-2783 Delaware AIDS Hotline In Delaware: (800) 422-0429

California HIV/AIDS Hotline If Calling Out of State: (800) 367-AIDS In San Francisco (415) 863-2437

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The Night Reign Fell to New Orleans

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State HIV/Aids Hotlines District of Columbia AIDS Information Line

In Louisiana: (800) 992-4379 In Louisiana: (504) 821-6050

(202) 332-2437 HIV/AIDS Administration Dept.

In Louisiana TDD: (877) 566-9448

National (202) 671-4900

Hours of service: Monday - Friday 10 am - 8 pm, Saturday 10 am - 4 pm.

In metro DC. & VA: (800) 322-7432 Georgia AIDS Information Line In Georgia: (800) 551-2728 AID Atlanta In Atlanta: (404) 870-7700 If Calling Out of State: (404) 876-9944 Hawaii STD/AIDS Hotlines

Maine AIDS Hotline In Maine: (800) 851-2437 If Calling Out of State: (800) 775-1267 Maryland AIDS Hotline If Calling Out of State: (800) 358-9001 In Maryland, (Bilingual) 800-638-6252 In Metro DC. & VA: (800) 322-7432

In Hawaii: (800) 321-1555

Hispanic AIDS Hotline: (301) 949If Calling Out of State: (808) 922-1313 0945 Illinois AIDS Hotline In Illinois: (800) 243-2437 In Illinois TTY/TDD: (800) 782-0423 Indiana HIV Medical Services Office In Indiana: (866) 588-4948

Baltimore only TTY area: (410) 3332437 Massachusetts AIDS Hotline In Massachusetts: (800) 235-2331 If Calling Out of State: (617) 536-7733

TTY/TDD: (617) 437-1672 Call National AIDS Hotline (24 hours a TTY: (617) 450-1427 day, daily): (800) 232-4636 Iowa AIDS Hotline In Iowa: (800) 445-2437 If Calling Out of State: (319) 338-2135 Kansas Health Department In Kansas (785) 296-6174 National (877) 526-2437 x2 Kentucky Health Department In Kentucky: (502) 564-6539 x2 Louisiana AIDS Hotline

Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. Spanish spoken. Se habla Espa単ol. Michigan AIDS Hotline In Michigan: (800) 872-2437 TTY/TDD: (800) 332-0849 Spanish: (800) 826-SIDA Health Care Workers: (800) 522

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State HIV/Aids Hotlines Minnesota AIDS Line

New Mexico AIDS Hotline

In Minnesota: (800) 248-2437

In New Mexico: (800) 545-2437

If Calling Out of State: (612) 373-2437

If Calling Out of State: (505) 476-3612

Mississippi AIDS Hotline

New York State HIV Counseling Hotline

In Mississippi: (800) 826-2961 National (AIDS Administration): (601) 576-7723 Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services If Calling Out of State: (866) 628-9891

(800) 872-2777 (M-F 2-8, S & S 10-6) Deaf and Hearing Impaired: (800) 3692437 TDD Spanish Hotline: (800) 233-SIDA New York State Information Hotline

In Montana: (800) 233-6668

(800) 541-2437 (info tapes 24 hrs; counselors Mon.-Fri. 8-8, Sat. & Sun. 10-6)

Eastern Montana AIDS Hotline: (800) 675-2437

NYC Department of Health AIDS Helpline

Western Montana AIDS Hotline: (800) 663-9002

1-800-TALK-HIV (counseling, recorded information, and testing information) AIDS Institute Experimental Treatment Info Line

Montana AIDS Program

If Calling Out of State:(406) 444-3565 Nebraska AIDS Hotline If Calling Out of State: (800) 782-2437 Nevada AIDS Information Line In Nevada: (800) 842-2437 If Calling Out of State: (775) 684-5900 New Hampshire AIDS Hotline In New Hampshire: (800) 752-2437 If Calling Out of State: (603) 271-4502 New Jersey AIDS Hotline In New Jersey: (800) 624-2377 (24 hrs, 7 days) If Calling Out of State: (609) 984-5874 TTY/TDD: (201) 926-8008

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(800) 633-7444 GMHC AIDS Hotline (212) 807-6655 (M-F 10-9, Sat 12-3) GMHC TDD: (212) 645-7470 Body Positive Helpline 800-566-6599 (2-6pm Mon-Fri) Long Island AIDS Hotline (516) 385-AIDS (M-F 9-9, tape after hours) AIDS Council of Northeastern NY AIDS Information Hotline (518) 445-2437 (800) 201-AIDS


State HIV/Aids Hotlines North Carolina AIDS Hotline

South Carolina AIDS Hotline

In North Carolina: (800) 232-4636

In South Carolina: (800) 322-2437

National, Health Info: (919) 733-3039

If Calling Out of State: (803) 898-0749

North Dakota AIDS Hotline

South Dakota AIDS Hotline

In North Dakota: (800) 782-2437

In South Dakota: (800) 592-1861

If Calling Out of State: (701) 328-2378

Health Department: (605) 773-3737

Ohio AIDS Hotline

Tennessee AIDS Hotline

In Ohio: (800) 332-2437

In Tennessee: (800) 525-AIDS

In Ohio TTY/TDD: (800) 332-3889

If Calling Out of State: (615) 741-7500

If Calling Out of State: (614) 466-0265

Texas AIDS Hotline

Oklahoma AIDS Hotline

In Texas: (800) 299-2437

In Oklahoma: (800) 535-2437

Health Department: (615) 490-2505

Oregon AIDS Hotline

Utah AIDS Information Line

Area codes 503, 206 and 208: (800) 777-2437

In Utah: (800) 366-2437

Voice & TTY: (503) 223-2437

Vermont AIDS Hotline

Oregon Health Department

In Vermont: (800) 882-2437

(503) 223-2437

Virgin Islands AIDS Hotline

Pennsylvania AIDS Hotline

(809) 773-2437

In Pennsylvania: (800) 662-6080

Virginia STD/AIDS Hotline

Health Department: (717) 783-0572

In Virginia: (800) 533-4148

Puerto Rico Linea de Infor SIDA y Enfermedades de Transmision Sexual

In Virginia Hispanic line: (800) 3227432

In Puerto Rico: (800) 981-5721

If Calling Out of State: (801) 487-2100

Virginia Health Department (804) 3717455

If Calling Out of State: (809) 765-1010 Rhode Island AIDS Hotline If Calling Out of State: (800) 726-3010 Health Department (401) 831-5522

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Washington HIV Client Services In Washington: (877) 376-9316 Washington HIV Client Services If Calling Out of State: (360) 236-3426 West Virginia AIDS Hotline In West Virginia: (800) 642-8244 If Calling Out of State: (304) 558-2950 Wisconsin AIDS Hotline In Wisconsin: (800) 334-2437 If Calling Out of State: (414) 273-2437 Wyoming AIDS Hotline In Wyoming: (800) 675-2698 If Calling Out of State: (307) 237-7833

HIV/AIDS Websites www.treathivnow.org www.greaterthan.org http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/ www.poz.com www.hivplusmag.com www.hivcare.org www.aidshealth.org

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Ask Aunt Pearl Dear Aunt Pearl: I have been dating my man for about 3 years. He moved into my home about a year ago and we have worked to make it into our home. He brought up to me that we should get married and I agree it would be a good Idea. The issue is I own 2 companies and I’m on the board of a third. While he makes around 80K/yr, I make over 500K/yr. I also own a vacation home. I feel that we should have a prenuptial agreement in place before we get married but I don’t know how to bring it up. I really do love this man and I want us to be together forever but I’m not foolish to think that we cannot be broken up. Every day many people profess their undying love for each other but when divorce becomes the only option, they end up in viscous court battles over money or possessions that someone had before the marriage but the other feels that they are entitled to. I don’t want to have to fight over something I have way before we met. How do I bring up the Prenuptial Agreement without hurting the marriage?

Dear Mr. Pre-Nup: It is so true. You hear story after story of these vicious divorces where you begin to wonder why they would have ever got married in the first place. It is right for you to want to protect yourself but your mate might not see it that way. He might see it as you not trusting him. It sounds to me that you already see him having a reason to not want a pre-nup in place. As I’ve read your letter, you two have discussed marriage but are not currently engaged. Your best bet for raising the issue is to just raise it. The next time he raises the issue of marriage casually state that you would need a pre-nup in place before marriage and then the topic is out there for discussion. You’re not already in an engagement where this would now be a new term of the marriage, so the relationship can continue while this is decided. Make your points to the negative sides of divorce and agree to think it over on both sides. After you hear his arguments or lack thereof you both can make clear decisions together for your future. But you need to listen to his arguments and be objective in your thinking.

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Ask Aunt Pearl Dear Aunt Pearl: I recently was stepping out on my relationship. I met this guy and went to his place to have sex. We started in his living room and after removing out clothes, we moved to the bedroom. After we finished, I went back to the living room to get dressed and my boyfriend’s best friend is sitting in the living room with my sex partner’s roommate. He sees me standing there nude and I turn around to go back to the bedroom and I see my clothes in a pile by the bedroom door. I get dressed and leave without passing him again. Now, I’m worried that he will tell my boyfriend of my actions. What should I do?

Dear Caught Azz Out: You have good cause to think he will tell your boyfriend. He did catch you butt-booty naked coming out of another man’s bedroom. If he wants your boyfriend to know either one of two things will happen. Either he’ll just go and tell him or he’ll come to you and request for you to tell him. Either way, it seems you’re your boyfriend will be informed. Your best bet is to just let your boyfriend know yourself unless you think you can lie your way out of it. Stranger things have happened. But I wouldn’t count on that happening. I think this is one you’ll have to chalk up to the game. Tell your boyfriend, see where it goes and be prepared to move on. Good luck!

If you have a question or situation that you would like Aunt Pearl to help you with, send your letter to askauntpearl@moccamag.com or you can submit the letter from the comments page at www.moccamag.com.

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Black LBGT Pride and Circuit Events Calendar Tempted to Touch

DC Black Pride

Las Vegas, NV

Washington, DC

March 23-27

May 24-26, 2013

www.tempted2touch4u.com

www.dcblackpride.org

Big Boy Pride

Sizzle Magic City– Miami

Orlando, FL

Miami, FL

April 4-8, 2013

May 23-28

www.bigboypride.com

www.sizzlemiami.com

Philadelphia Black Pride

Orlando Black Pride 2013

Philadelphia, PA

Orlando, FL

April 21, 25-28 , 2013

May 28-June 2, 2013

www.phillyblackpride.org

www.orlandoblackpride.com

Blatino Oasis

Inferno Puerto Rico

Palm Strings, CA

San Juan, PR

May 3-5, 2013

May 23-27, 2013

www.blatinooasis.com

www.infernopr-men.com

Houston Splash

Say it Loud!: Black and Latino Pride

Houston, TX May 9-12, 2013 www.houstonsplash.com

Albany, NY May 30-June 1, 2013 www.blackandlatinogaypride.com

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Black LBGT Pride Calendar Portland Black Pride

Harlem Pride 2013

Portland, OR

Harlem, NY

TBA

June28-30, 2013 www.Harlempride.org

DC Latino Pride Washington, DC June 6-9,2013 www.latinoglbthistory.org

Windy City Black LGBT-SGL Pride Chicago, Il June 28– July 4, 2013

Memphis Black Pride

www.windycityblackpride.org

Memphis, TN June 14-16 www.brothersunited.com

Pride and Promote Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA July 3-7, 2013

South Carolina Black Pride

www.myblackpridela.com

Columbia, SC June 19-23, 2013 www.southcarolinapride.org

Charlotte Black Gay Pride Charlotte, NC July 18-21, 2013

Columbus Urban Pride 2013

www.charlotteblackgaypride.com

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Black LBGT Pride Calendar Newark Pride

Mocha Weekend Black Pride

Newark, NJ

Rochester, NY

July 12,2013

August 8-11, 2013

http://newarkgaypride.com

http://mochacenter.org

Detroit’s Hotter Than July

Emerald City Black Pride

Detroit, MI

Seattle, WA

July 23-28,2013

http://www.multi-culturalhealth.org

www.hotterthanjuly.org

TBA

Triangle Black Pride

Oakland Black Pride

Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill, NC

Oakland, CA

July 25-28, 2013

August 5-7, 2013 Hhtp://oaklandblackout.com

http://triangleblackpride.org Kentucky Black Pride Little Rock Black Pride Little Rock, AR July 26-28, 2013

Louisville, KY August 8-11, 2013 http://onyxlouisville.com

www.littlerockblackpride.com Indianapolis Black Pride Mocha Weekend Black Pride Buffalo, NY August 1-4, 2013 http://mochacenter.org

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Indianapolis, IN August 9-11, 2013 www.blackequityindy.org


Black LBGT Pride Schedule Jacksonville Black Pride

Dallas Black Pride

Jacksonville, FL

Dallas, TX

August 9-11, 2013

October 3-7, 2013

http://jaxflblackpride.com/

www.dfwpridemovement.org

UK Black Pride

Baltimore Black Pride

London, England

Baltimore, MD

August 17 ,2013

Oct 7-13, 2013

www.ukblackpride.org.uk

www.blackpridebaltimore.org

Fire Island Blackout

Nashville Black Pride

Fire Island, NY

Nashville, TN

August 9-11, 2013

October 18-20, 2013

www.fireislandblackout.com

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In the Life Atlanta

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Atlanta, GA

Gainesville, Florida

August 30-September 2,2013

October 25-27, 2013

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Inferno Dominican Republic

Jackson Black Pride

Punta Cana, DR

Jackson, MS

August 29-September 2, 2013

November 14-17, 2013

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Black Gay Pageant Calendar July 21, 2013

WESSLAND Newcomer & Closetball

Atlanta, GA

Jul 24 -25, 2013

Mr Texas USofA At Large

San Antonio, TX

Jul 28, 2013

Mr & Miss Florida Platinium Newcomer Tampa, FL

Aug 1-3, 2013

Miss Gay USofA Newcomer

Oklahoma City, OK

Aug 10,2013

Virginia National Newcomer

Norfolk, VA

Aug 13-16, 2013

Miss Gay Texas USofA

Dallas, TX

Aug 23, 2013

Envy Newcomer

Birmingham, AL

Aug 30-Sept 2, 2013 Mr & Miss Continental

Chicago, IL

Sep 15, 2013

Mr Duval Newcomer

Jacksonville, FL

Sep 19, 2013

Miss Texas USofA At Large

San Antonio, TX

Sep. 22, 2013

Texas FFI

Dallas, TX

Sep 28, 2013

Nationz Pageant

Richmond, VA

Oct 2-4, 2013

Miss USofA At Large

Orlando, FL

Oct 7, 2013

Miss Dreamgirl Continental

Chicago, IL

Oct 16 -18, 2013

Mr Gay USofA

San Antonio, TX

Oct 19- 20, 2013

Missouri State 2013

St Louis, MO

Oct 24-27, 2013

MBU Grand and MBU

Atlanta, GA

Nov 1-2, 2013

International Rose City & Newcomer Thomasville, GA

Nov 23-24, 2013

Mr & Miss Renaissance Newcomer

Atlanta, GA

Dec 1, 2013

Wessland Mr, Miss, Empress

Atlanta, GA

Dec 8, 2013

Mr Duval

Jacksonville, FL

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Horoscopes Aries (Mar 21-Apr 19)

Taurus (Apr 20-May 20)

Love & Feelings — An Aries represents the beginning point of when a person becomes aware of his or herself. Arians can be self -absorbed and innocently unaware of others’ feelings. They easily gain others’ interest and respect with their enthusiasm, but to be able to garner and maintain their support will require diplomacy, flexibility, tolerance, prudence, compassion and consideration. They endear themselves to others with their ability to make them laugh. As lovers, they can be passionate, warmhearted, ardent and generous with their affections. They enjoy the chase, finding the contest exciting, but after making a conquest, they may cool very quickly. Their best relationship will be with someone independent and self-assured, glamorous, charming, warm and dramatic, who thrives on the energy of love and excitement. Sexual Behaviors & Performance — Sexually, Aries tend to be tops. Aries Tops With Aries that sexually tend to be tops is like playing croquet with live bombs — never knowing what is going to happen! Never expect Aries who are tops to wait for you to be ready, as your clothes will be ripped off when they are ready to go. Never tease a top Aries or you better be ready to deliver. Fond of slave master games top Aries likes it rough and they like to explore, so be ready to go where no one has gone before! Their favorite sex position is missionary, fast and furious. Aries Bottoms Aries bottoms are wildly sensual, passionate and adventurous. They will have sex anywhere. They know what they want — intense and frequent sex! Bottom Aries have a need for complete control, but they also fall in love with love. As a mate, they are ardent, loyal, sentimental, and earthly. Bottom Aries biggest thrill is to tickle and their favorite sex position is on their knees with their sexual partner standing in front of them.

Love & Feelings — They are normally sincere, genuinely sympathetic, charming, easygoing and amusing with a comforting, earthy sense of humor. They create an aura of relaxation around them that others respond to with warmth, but their initial response to love is reserved and cautious. Taureans need to know where they stand before letting their guard down. They respond to someone who’s attractive, neat, health conscious, modest, reliable, discreet, efficient, affectionate, loyal, helpful and thrifty. They could meet their type in cafés, restaurants, public gardens, libraries or at crafts fairs, produce markets, dairy farms. Sexual Behaviors & Performance — Sexually, Taureans tend to be tops. Taurean Tops They prefer it slow and easy. They will not be a guide to the exotic unknown, but what they do sexually they do it beautifully. Taurean tops are great partners to have around for long and luxurious oral sex, but they may tend to wander if their needs are not substantially fulfilled. Their erogenous zone: gently and slowly kiss and bite the back of their neck. Taurean Bottoms They expect their sexual partner to be kind and patient and to make love to them by the book. They like to be pleased by sex, but don’t look for unusual approaches. They are demanding lovers and leave their sexual partners breathless. They also have a need for oral gratification. Their most likely kink biting and sucking on toes, one by one.

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Horoscopes Gemini (May 20-Jun 21)

Cancer (Jun 22-Jul 22)

Love & Feelings — Their nature is to be enthusiastically sociable, and it is easy to mix with people, because of their inherent proclivity for light conversation and humor. Gemini initial attraction toward others is based on mental compatibility. Romance, affection and sexual expression come after they’ve found intellectual sympathy and satisfaction. They love romance, but approach it mentally, not emotionally. They’re fond of exchanging verbal expressions of love and, in addition to enjoying passionate phone calls, they may write poetry or send frequent greeting cards. Gemini would do best with someone of good social standing who is diplomatic, cooperative, affectionate, charming, artistic and well balanced

Love & Feelings — On good days, they’re naturally inclined toward fun and leisure, and attract others with their dry wit and pronounced sense of humor. They have a knack for making others feel right at home, because they enjoy nurturing and catering to their needs. Their ideal relationship is based on mutual needs and strong values. Cancers require loyalty, devotion, trust and sympathy, and want someone who’s passionate, intense, energetic, soulful and positive. Timid by nature, they are not aggressive in their approach to love. They send out vibrations of feelings to attract their intended, who they prefer is receptive on a psychic level.

Sexual Behaviors & Performance — Sexually, Geminis tend to be versatile. Top Geminis They like it with the light on in front of the mirror. They can work any sexual partner into the mood because they know exactly how to evoke the right responses. Oral sex may not be their favorite pastime, but they will take their time with other preliminaries. Top Geminis tend to be fast and furious, more concerned with satisfying themselves than their partner, but they are more adequate in area of sex that are often neglected by others. Top Geminis can tell their partner exactly what they want to hear. Their erogenous zone: is getting licked up the arm. Bottom Geminis Often the aggressors, they are never embarrassed by their behavior because the never adhere to any standards except their own main requirement: a partner that knows how not to rush. Geminis are good bottoms, but even in a sexual encounter they look for a combination of practicality and romance. They will want to talk to their partner and tumble with them! Bottom Geminis are not overly fond of oral sex, but their favorite gadget is a vibrating dildo.

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Sexual Behaviors & Performance — Sexually, Cancers tend to be bottoms. Top Cancers Their most surprising technique: is doing it with no hands. Top Cancers have a need for constant encouragement and if gotten, they will be even better tops. Both patient and aggressive, they will often begin somewhere other than the bed. Top Cancers like to be in command, and they are masters at foreplay using their fingers to satisfy. Top Cancers may give their partners one of the best orgasms they have ever had. Their favorite position: if it’s sexual, it’s their favorite! Bottom Cancers They will never make the first move, but they can be great sexual partners because they are capable of intense sexuality. They will reciprocate passion with fervor and stimulate their partners to their best performance. On their own time, they have a fondness for masturbation. Their favorite position is on all fours with a partner behind. They may become slaves to sexual pleasure!


Horoscopes Leo (Jul 23-Aug 22)

Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22)

Love & Feelings — When they’re truly their `Highness,’ they’re noble, generous, caring, open, loving and sympathetic. They can inspire others with their wit and humor and offer wise counsel based on their experiences. The romantic personified, they’re intent on exploring every facet of love. Leos like romantic novels and dream of honeymoons, meeting a distant lover, or engaging someone of foreign birth, but it’s hard for them to focus on one person. Someone generous, optimistic, philosophical, versatile, sporty, romantic, and open-minded could capture their undivided attention. Sexual Behaviors & Performance — Sexually, Leos tend to be tops. Top Leos They simply brush aside rules and conventions. One important rule to remember about top Leos is: Never tease! Their endurance as tops is remarkable and they have a great appetite for sex. They like their partners to be submissive and oral sex is acceptable as long as they are on the receiving end. Top Leos thrive knowing how much they are satisfying their sexual partners. Their favorite sexual position is being on top with their partner facing away so they can watch all the action. Bottom Leos Sleek, enticing and lazy! Whatever bottom Leos want, they will get! Intensively responsive and there are bed partners who have scars to prove it. Their need to show off leads them to prefer the top, but a Leos who are sexually bottoms would rather be pleased with someone on top doing all the work, so they can look up and admire their partner’s beauty. Bottom Leos adopt the attitude of: Get me off then get the hell off of me!

Love & Feelings — Virgos forte is small talk. They are playfully sarcastic, helpful and generous with advice, and they’re at their best when they’re tolerant, sympathetic and easygoing. However, with their need for privacy, they can be somewhat loners. They’re prudent about love and approach it with their head. They want it to fit into a schedule or program and to be orderly, emphasizing stability and security. Their ideal in a romantic relationship is someone who’s mature, conservative, responsible, well established, practical and organized. Sexual Behaviors & Performance Sexually, Virgos tend to be versatile. Virgo Tops They are shy to make a proposal. They will most likely bring pajamas and a toothbrush. They like to talk about how their partners like it and having talked about it, they will key in on the right erotic response. Top Virgos are not the most imaginative in sex, but they are hard workers and always open to suggestions. Their secret live can be obsessed with pornography and their erogenous zone is their butts. Virgo Bottoms They have no illusions about sex and wish everyone would stop magnifying its importance. They prefer a partner who will wait for the relationship to develop to the point where sex is inevitable. They love mutual masturbation and enjoy a little punishment. Their partners grace and modesty is a great turn on. Bottom Virgos become artists at pleasing their sexual partners. Their favorite kink: can’t truly enjoy it unless it’s a threesome.

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Horoscopes Libra (Sep 23-Oct22) Love & Feelings Libras love to socialize and can be quite popular, because of their goodhumored, gracious, sympathetic nature. They are not interested in superficial acquaintances and may be cautious in love and romance. They’ll establish friendship first and weed out those who don’t meet their intellectual standards. Libras want to share a relationship with someone who’s romantic, humanitarian, independent, idealistic, unbiased, spontaneous, inventive, sociable and insightful. A partner will enjoy sharing in unconventional entertainment with a Libra and friends. Sexual Behaviors & Performance Sexually, Libras tend to be bottoms. Top Libras They look for the whole experience, not just a tumble between the sheets. They definitely have a kinky side. They are voyeurs and love threesomes. Top Libras have the patience needed to satisfy even more than two partners. They like sexual partners who can be playful and have a sense of humor. Their erogenous zone is feeling hard nipples rubbed on their back and butts. Bottom Libras Drama is the keyword to set the stage for sex. Bottom Libras have an instinct for exhibitionism. They feel that their body was made to be seen and admired. Bottom Libras feel that seduction is an art, not an assault. When approached the right way, they find it easy to say yes to almost anything. Anal penetration gives them a mind blowing orgasm and they like any position as long as they buttocks are exposed.

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Scorpio (Oct 23-Nov 21) Love & Feelings Scorpios are secretive and don’t establish bonds until they’re sure of others’ trustworthiness. Then, they loosen up and reveal their keen insight and fine sense of humor. They approach love emotionally and dream of fairy tale romance. They want to be with someone who’s artistic, spiritual, inspiring, helpful, peaceful, idealistic, refined and perceptive. Sexual Behaviors & Performance Sexually, Scorpios tend to be tops. Top Scorpios They are lustful sexy animals. They enjoy biting and sucking and they are masters at oral sex. Inflicting pain turns them on, so their partners shouldn’t be surprised if their nipples get pinched. They like sex in the water, but almost prefer sex on wood tables, hard floors or satin and silk. Their erogenous zones: gently touching the neck and ears and that will get them going. Bottom Scorpios They are inquisitive and experimental. Bottom Scorpios know that eroticism consists more than the physical act of lovemaking. They tend to look proper in public and behave like whores in the bedroom. Controlling orgasm is very important and will try anything to help their partner maintain their rhythm. They never take no for an answer and if interested in someone, they will pursue them with determination and guile. They love lubricant gels and vibrators.


Horoscopes Sagittarius (Nov 22-Dec 21)

Capricorn (Dec 22-Jan 19)

Love & Feelings — Their frank honesty, wisdom and sincerity makes them great counselors, but they most enjoy being able to talk with others of equal or greater brain power, regardless of who they are. Sagittarius’ love for diversity extends to romance. They’re nervous about commitment. They want to be with someone who’s pioneering, courageous, exciting, enthusiastic and up-to-speed intellectually and energetically.

Love & Feelings — Capricorns present an appearance of dignity and protect themselves from the emotional pain of criticism by maintaining their distance and keeping their own counsel. When they’re sure of a person’s approval, they’ll drop their guard and be very witty, dispensing humor with a provocative edge. They enjoy entertaining on a grand scale and prefer cultivating relationships with people of high social standing who will boost their prestige. They desire a downto-earth type who’s reliable, compassionate, loyal, patient, trustworthy, industrious and shares their material ambitions and love of social status. Sexual Behaviors & Performance Sexually, Capricorns tend to be bottoms. Tops Capricorns Sex evokes the best they can offer. They are planners and schemers. They prefer partners that know what Capricorns enjoy and expect them to be willing and ready whenever they want to. Top Capricorns have the endurance of marathon runners. During sex they will hold off until their partner is ready to scream. Their sexual positions: Anything anal, for they love to give and receive anal pleasure. Bottom Capricorns They don’t need much foreplay they can go from zero to WOW in nothing flat. They are not interested in exotic variation, only in staying power. Since they like to dominate, they like to be with their legs on each side of their partner to set a rhythm and please themselves. Once into the rhythm, sex becomes a wild contest with orgasm being the prize. Bottom Capricorns are most great sex mates for multiple orgasms. They definitely enjoy screaming and scratching.

Sexual Behaviors & Performance Sexually, Sagittareans tend to be versatile. Sagittarean Tops Sex is rarely an intense experience with them, they often reach orgasm too quickly, however they will be the first to try a new position. Sagittarean tops are masters at giving erotic massages – both oral and manual. Their tongue can be a wicked instrument and when combined with lips they are able to provide undescribable pleasure. Sagittarean Bottoms Trying new things and new places enchants the wanderlust in Sagittarean bottoms. They like the outdoors, freaking out if you are inside a tent or camper. They like to tease their partner orally to the point of losing control. They usually don’t mind if their partner reaches orgasm before they do, as they are good at recharging them and going for seconds. They are generous and accepting lovers and thrive in becoming experts at satisfying. Their favorite sexual position: all as long as it’s naked.

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Horoscopes Aquarius (Jan 20-Feb 18)

Pisces (Feb 19-Mar 20)

Love & Feelings — Aquarians can quickly assess a person’s character, because outer appearances don’t impress them. Openminded, they take to strangers easily, but have to be careful of others playing on their sympathy. They approach love with their head, are turned on by mental stimulation, and seek to experience a mind-meld with a lover. They can be fickle, flirtatious, indecisive and double-dealing, and they prefer affairs to commitments, but they could vow loyalty if they meet a compatible communicator with a sunny disposition who’s glamorous, noble and ardent. Sexual Behaviors & Performance Sexually, Aquareans tend to be tops. Aquarean Tops They never treat their partners like sex objects and prefer a variety of foreplay before getting down to it. They might need a jump start, but once their engine is started, they are free and inventive with amazing persistence. They are likely to give their partner an orgasm before their have one themselves. Aquarean tops usually ensure orgasms twice: once orally and once genitally. Their favorite position is 69 and they love being in charge behind someone leaning forward. Aquarean Bottoms They are slow starters; they idealize love and encompass it with tenderness. Once aroused though, anything goes! Aquarean bottoms are extremely imaginative and like trying new things. There is nothing in any sex manual that they will not try. They believe that anything that increases their partners’ pleasure is worthwhile. Their favorite sexual position is standing up, preferably in the water.

Love & Feelings — Pisces are the most romantic and loving sign of the zodiac, and approach love emotionally, seeking a relationship based on security, comfort and nurturing. They often link love and procreation. They admire people who are receptive, industrious, conscientious, economical, domestic, sociable, sympathetic and protective. A Pisces best friend might introduce them to their type. Sexual Behaviors & Performance Sexually, Pisces, tend to be versatile. Top Pisces They take the lead in sex and get impatient if they don’t get a swift response. They are very indifferent to sexual restrictions, both moral and legal. They prefer partners with tremendous sexual craving. They enjoy sex in a chair and they like to be submissive having their sex partner do all the work. Top Pisces become addicts to anything that will give pleasure and release. Bottom Pisces They always make the right moves; say the right things and create the right ambiance. They are sexually liberated and enjoy a wide range of eroticism. If their partner’s fantasies coincide with theirs, the action can be really hot! They seldom say no to anything their sexual partners suggest. Their favorite places are in a waterbed or a hot tub.

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Club Listings Alabama Montgomery FAT BOY’S FOLLIES 215 N Court St, Montgomery, AL 36104

Mobile B BOBS 213 Conti St. Langston’s Mobile,AL 36602 Phone: 251-433-2262

Arizona Phoenix INCOGNITO 2424 E Thomas Rd Phoenix, AZ 85016 Phone: 602-955-9805

California Los Angeles Metro Circus 6655 Santa Monica Blvd. Hollywood, CA 90038 Club Metro @ The Factory Ultra Suede, 661 Robertson Blvd West Hollywood ,CA 90056 Phone: 323-769-6333

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Factory 652 N Lapeer Drive West Hollywood, CA 90069 Phone: 310-659-4551 Faultline 4216 Melrose Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90029 Phone: 323-660-0889 ANNEX 835 S La Brea Ave Inglewood ,CA 90301 Phone: 310-671-7323 Club Seduction@The El Cid, 4212 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90029 Phone: 818-633-3056 Metro @Here Lounge, 696 Robertson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 70069 Phone: 323-769-6333 Hamburger Mary’s Long Beach 740 East Broadway Long Beach, CA 90802 Phone: 562-436-7900

Oakland Club Rimshot @ Bench & Bar 2111 Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94612 Phone: 510-444-2266

Club 21 2111 Franklin Street Oakland, CA 94607 Phone: 510-268-9425 ALIBI EAST/BACK ALLEY 225 S San Antonio Ave Pomona, CA 91766 Phone: 909-623-9422

San Diego BRASS RAIL 3796 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA,92103 Phone: 619-298-2233

San Francisco Blackout 525 Harrison St San Francisco, CA Phone: 415-263-6923 CLUB RED @ BLONDIES 540 Valencia San Francisco, CA 94110 Phone: 415-339-8310

Colorado Denver Tracks Nightclub/ Cream Fridays 3500 Walnut St Denver, CO 80205 Phone: 303-863-7326


District of

Florida

Columbia Fort Lauderdale Washington DC Bachelor’s Mill 1104 8th Street SE Washington, DC 20003 Phone: 202-546-5979 Club Aqua 1818 New York Ave. Washington, DC Club Fusion (inside Club Quest) 1368 H St NE 2nd floor, Washington DC, 20002 Phone: 202 471-0772 Club Muse 717 16th Street NW Washington, DC DEEP END @ ANDALU 1214 18th St, NW, Washington DC, 20036 Phone: 202-785-2922 Delta Elite 3734 10th Street NE Washington, DC 20017 Phone: 202-529-0626 FIREPLACE 2151 P St NW, Washington DC, 20037 Phone: 202-293-1293

Bill’s Filling Station 1243 Ne 11th Ave Ft. Lauderdale Fl Phone: 954-525-9403 Boardwalk 1721 N Andrews Ave Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311 Phone: 954-463-6969 Boom 2232 Wilton Dr Ft Lauderdale FL, 33305 Phone: 954-630-3556 Boy Bar 1220 Normandy Dr . Miami Beach FL 33141 Phone:305-864-2697 Coliseum 2520 S Miami Rd Ft Lauderdale FL, 33316 Phone: (954) 832-0100 Georgie ’s Alibi 2266 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors FL, 33305 Phone: 954-565-2526 J’s (Women’s Bar) 2780 Davie Blvd Ft. Lauderdale Fl Phone: 954-581-8400 Johnny`s 1116 E Broward Blvd Ft Lauderdale FL 33301 Phone: 954-522-5931

New Moon 2440 Wilton Drive Wilton Manors, FL 33305 Phone: (954) 563-7660 Ramrod (Leather /Levi/ Uniform) 1508 NE 4th Ave Ft Lauderdale FL Phone: 954-763-8219 Torpedo 2829 W Broward Blvd Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312 Phone: 954-587-2500 Trixies 600 S Dixie Highway Hollywood Fl Phone: 954-923-9322 Voodoo Lounge 111 SW 2nd Ave Ft Lauderdale FL, 33301 Phone: 954-522-0733

Jacksonville InCahoots Nightclub, 711 Edison Ave, Jacksonville FL, 32204 Phone: 904-353-6316

Madeira Backroom Bar 14601 Gulf Blvd Madeira Beach FL, Phone: (727) 392-2814

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Miami

Orlando

Azucar 2301 SW 32nd Ave Miami Phone:305-441-6974 Cameo 1445 Washington Ave Miami Beach FL, 33139 Phone: (305) 532-2667 Club Boi 1060 N W 79th St Miami FL, 33147 Phone: 305-836-8995 J’s Bar 2780 Davie Blvd Miami FL, 33312 Phone: 954-581-840 Jamboree 7005 Biscayne Blvd Miami Laundry Bar 721 N Lincoln Lane Miami Beach FL, 33139 Phone: (305) 531-7700 Palace Food Bar 1200 Ocean Dr Miami Beach FL Phone: 305-531-7234 Twist 1057 Washington Ave Miami Beach, FL Phone: 305-53-TWIST Score 727 Lincoln Road Miami Beach, FL Phone:305-535-1111

Parliament House Resort, 410 N. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, Florida 32805 - Phone: 407-425-7571. Southern Nights 375 S Brumby Ave Orlando, FL Phone:

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Tallahassee Brothers Nightclub 926 W Tharpe St, Tallahassee, FL, 32303 850-386-2399

Tampa Azalea Lounge 1502 N Florida Ave Tampa, FL Phone: 813-228-0139 Baxters 1519 S Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa FL Phone: 813-258-8830 Cityside Lounge 3703 Henderson Blvd Tampa FL G Bar 1401 E 7th Ave Ybor City FL Phone:813-247-1016

Keith’s 14905 N. Nebraska Ave Tampa FL The Male Room 4502 S Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa FL Midtown Tavern 9002 N. Florida Ave, Tampa, FL Phone: 813-915-0819 Radar 4202 W Cayuga Ave Tampa, FL Rainbow Cabaret 4421 N Hubert Ave Tampa, FL, 33614 Phone: 813-877-7585 Valentine’s Nightclub 7522 N Armenia Ave Tampa FL Phone: 813-936-1999

Georgia Atlanta 595 North 595 North Ave Atlanta, GA BULLDOGS 893 Peachtree St. Atlanta GA 30309 Phone: 404-872-3025 Club Rain 448 Ralph David Abernathy Atlanta, GA 30312


Atlanta cont. Club Rain 448 Ralph David Abernathy Atlanta, GA 30312 Cream Ultra Lounge 3249 Buford Hwy Atlanta, GA 30329 First Fridays at Cantina 3280 Peachtree Road Atlanta, GA Finns 84 12th Street NE Atlanta, GA 30309 Le Buzz, 585 Franklin Rd, Atlanta GA, 30342-2778 Phone: 770-424-1337 Mixx 1492B Piedmont Ave. Atlanta, GA 30309 Phase One 4933 Memorial Drive Stone Mountain, GA 3 Rush Lounge 2715 Buford Hwy. Atlanta, GA 30329 Scorecards 1371 Clairmont Road, Decatur, GA 30033 Third Saturdays at AJA 3500 Lenox Road Atlanta, GA XS Ultra Lounge 708 Spring St

Iowa Des Moines BLAZING SADDLES 416 E 5th S Des Moines, IA, 50309 Phone: 515-246-1299

Illinois

ROSCOE’S TAVERN AND CAFÉ 3356 N Halsted St, Chicago IL, 60657 Phone: 773-281-3355 TASTE 6331 S Lowe St Chicago IL, 60621 Phone: 708-802-1705

Chicago

Kansas

BERLIN 954 W Belmont Chicago IL, 60657 Phone: 773-348-4975 Urbano At Evergreen 809 West Evergreen Chicago, IL GENTRY ON HALSTED 3320 N Halsted St, Chicago IL 60657 GENTRY ON STATE 440 N. State St Chicago, IL, 60611 Phone: 312-836-0933 Little Jim’s 3501 N Halsted Chicago IL, 60657 Phone: 773-871-6116 PENTHOUSE SUNDAYS @ Club 720 720 N. Wells St Chicago IL Phone: 312-787-8720

Wichita Club Glazier 2828 E 31St South Wichita KS, 67216 OUR FANTASY 3201 S Hillside Wichita KS, 67216 Phone: 316-682-5494

Louisiana New Orleans Fusion’s 2004 AP Tureaud Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70116 Phone: 504301-5121 OZ 800 Bourbon St New Orleans LA, 70116 504-593-9491 PARADE DISCO 801 Bourbon St. New Orleans, LA 70116 Phone: 504-529-2107

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Maryland Baltimore HIPPO, 1 W Eager St, Baltimore MD, 21201 Phone: 410-547-0069 PARADOX 1310 Russell St Baltimore MD 21230 Phone: 410-837-9110

Magnolia ’s 5 S Vandeventer St, St. Louis, MO, 63108 Phone: 314-652-6500

New York New York City

Boysroom 211 Ave A New York NY Phone:212-995-8664 Michigan Club Channel Detroit 860 Atlantic Ave Brooklyn, NY MENJOS Club Langston 928 W McNichols 1073 Atlantic Ave Detroit MI, 48203 Brooklyn, NY 11238 Phone: 313-863-3934 Phone: 718-622-5183 OFF BROADWAY EAST Club Rush 12215 Harper 579 6th Ave Detroit, MI, 48213 New York NY Phone: 313-526-8401 Element Woodward ’s Cocktail 225 E Houston St Bar New York NY 6426 Woodward Ave ESCUELITA Detroit MI 301 W 39th St Phone: 313-872-0166 New York NY, 10018 Phone: 212-631-0588 www.escuelita.com G Lounge St. Louis 223 W 19th St, New York FACES, 130 N 4th St NY East St. Louis, MO Phone: 212-929-1085 62201 Groove Phone: 618-271-7410 125 W Macdougall (7 W 3rd),

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New York NY Phone: (212) 254-9393 Krash 555 W 33rd St. Btw. 10&11 Ave, New York NY, 10010 Phone: (917) 560-8024 Long Island Eagle 94 N Clinton Ave. Bayshore, NY, 01706 Phone: 631-968-2750 LUKE AND LEROY 21 7th Ave S, New York NY,10014 Phone: (212) 645-0004 NO Parking Bar 4168 Broadway @177th St. New York ,NY Phone: (212) 923-8700 MONSTER 80 Grove St, New York NY, 10014 Phone: 212-924-3558 Oscar Wilde 221 E 58th St, New York NY,10022 Phone: 212-355-3395 SplashBar 50 West 17th Street New York, NY 10011


New York City cont. Stereo 555 W 33rd St New York NY Therapy 348 W 52nd St New York NY, 10019 Phone: 212-397-1700

Ohio Cincinnati The Dock 603 W Pete Rose Way Cincinnati OH 45202 Phone: 513-241-5623

Columbus Traxx Columbus 50 Long Street Columbus, OH43215

Pennsylvania Pittsburgh Pegasus Lounge 818 Liberty Ave Pittsburgh, PA15222 Phone: (412) 281-2131

Texas Austin CHARLIES 1301 Lavaca St, Austin TX, 78711 Phone: 512-474-6481

Dallas Havana Nites 4006 Cedar Springs, Dallas,TX 75219 Phone: 214-526-9494 Club 20/20 2020 Leland, Houston TX, 77003 Phone: 713-227-9667 The Brick 2525 Wycliff Ave #120 Dallas, TX 75219 Houston Bartini 1318 Westheimer Houston TX Phone; 832-443-1016

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