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NEW YORK’S GAY GUIDE 18.05 JULY 30, 2010

SAVE THE SEX SHOPS! • FIRE ISLAND BLACK OUT BLANKETS THE GROVE • B IS FOR BEST MATE

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14 60/40 SPLIT A look at New York City’s growing attempts to bring adult-video stores to their knees.

36 UNDER THE SAME SUN

CLUB CONTROL Fire Island Black Out takes over Cherry Grove for a weekend of diversity and good ol’ gay fun in the sun.

DEPARTMENTS 6 8 10 12 18 22 35 35 38 40 42 44 46 52 60

Scene & Heard Gay DD Getting Personal with Joe Fiore WhatsNextNow with Best Mate Next Week Quoted with MargOH! Channing Cherry Grove Ferry Schedule The Pines Ferry Schedule The Right Track Horoscope Reel Love Curtain Up Eats Double Take Shot in the Dark

LISTINGS 32 37 47 48

Bars/Clubs Map Parties Dining Professional Services

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Classifieds

ON THE COVER AND ON THIS PAGE: J.R. from JR-OnTheVerge.com and appearing at Club Secret on July 30th, photgraphed by Wilsonmodels. Digital work by Troyboydesign PUBLISHER DAVID MOYAL ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER JEFF WOODWARD EDITOR-IN-CHIEF BENJAMIN SOLOMON SENIOR EDITOR DAN AVERY STAFF WRITER CHRISTOPHER DILLEY COPY EDITOR JENNIFER CHAFE DINING EDITOR PETER SHERWOOD MUSIC EDITOR KEO NOZARI INTERNS EDWIN MEJIA, TERRON MOORE, JUAN PAWIROREDJO ART DIRECTOR CHARLIE PIAZZA WEBMASTER ERIC LaPLANTE ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES DON ROBINDER, ZEKE PEREZ, ROBERTO BUCKLEY EVENTS & PROMOTIONS MANAGER MATTHEW THARRETT

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FRIDAY, JULY 30, 2010

OASIS @ HUDSON TERRACE Robert Verdi and Drag U’s Jujubee helped raise over $40,000 for the Ali Forney Center at the swank soiree in Hell’s Kitchen. POST-PRIDE PARTY @ THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART Jason, Trevor and Adam join hundreds of others at the Met’s third annual LGBT mixer, which offered a free peek of the museum’s Picasso and “American Women” shows.

MONSTER FOLLIES @ THE MONSTER Joe C and a colorful Jesse Volt get the show on the road at the West Village mainstay’s staff talent revue.

KATHY GRIFFIN @ BOXERS The reality redhead makes nice with the gay sports bar’s comely staff at an impromptu viewing party for her Emmy-nominated Bravo show. LIFE BALL @ VIENNA CITY HALL Patti LaBelle beams proudly at the massive AIDS benefit party in the European capital.

CLUB 57 @ PROVIDENCE Dallas DuBois and Sahara Davenport make a fine pair at FornabaioVoss’ Saturday-night party. JULY 30, 2010 9

GAYD.D.

Got Gay-tention Deficit Disorder? Are Lady Gaga and Robert Pattinson starring in the Broadway musical about the Barneys Warehouse Sale? Read on… BY MATT BELL

1. The dates of the infamous Barneys Warehouse sale have been announced! End of summer be damned— they’ll be helping you get your fall look on from August 19 till September 6. 2. Very high tea! Rumors are circling the ’Net that LADY GAGA’S next corporate endorsement will make her the face of Twinings Tea and that they’ll create their own new flavor in the fame monster’s honor. 3. Despite having lesbian Council Speaker Christine Quinn, THE NAKED COWBOY, and a little bar called Stonewall, New York City got bested by San Francisco as America’s No. 1 gay city. This according to UCLA’s Williams Institute and its, shall we say, fuzzy math. 4. Case in point—tickets for the Broadway Revival of Angels in America go on sale this Tuesday, August 3, with shows starting on September 14. 5. Put that shit away! According to new numbers from the City’s Department of Criminal Justice, POT POSSESSION and open alcohol containers made for the most busts and summonses in 2009. 6. ELTON JOHN is working on a musical adaptation of George Orwell’s classic allegory, Animal Farm. Too bad, we were hoping for the porn version. Mr. Lucas? 7. Hollywood’s “coming out” guru, Howard Bragman, is set to film a new reality-TV show featuring public figures ready to ditch the closet for the limelight! 8. If you’ve got ROBERT PATTINSON all up in your daydreams, it’ll soon be easier to put him in your pants! This September, Britain’s Marks & Spencer is releasing briefs inspired by the Twilight stud! 9. Shhh! Don’t tell The Real World: New Orleans’ RYAN, but GLAAD gave MTV top honors for their portrayal of gay characters on TV. 10. Most in need of a drink? Mayor Bloomberg, who this week suggested that city residents be charged a fee according to the amount of trash they throw out. Um…like, do the boys we kick out count? Make it a Garbage Pail: a cup of beer, a cup of OJ, a shot of Amaretto and a dash of rum. 10 JULY 30, 2010

GETTING

PERSONAL WITH... <<< JOE FIORE

What’s the funniest pickup line you’ve heard?

CHOOSE ONE:

“I wanna be Sandra Dee to your Troy Donahue.” CHOOSE ONE: Smokey

Winnie

Paddington

Yogi

He’s the butchest and puts out fires.

Kathy Griffin

Margaret Cho

What’s the worst date you’ve gone on?

Watching Breaking the Waves on a first date. Horrifying—and definitely a buzzkill for lightsout hand-grabbing or making out. Who’s your celebrity crush?

<<< Mark Ruffalo. I just saw him in The Kids Are All Right and he was so hot.

Joan Rivers

Chelsea Handler

She’s in the tribe. If I didn’t live in New York, I’d want to live in...

London or San Francisco What’s your favorite article of clothing?

It’s a toss up between my Jethro Tull/Emerson Lake & Palmer concert tee (I didn’t actually go to the show) or my Harley Davidson black T-shirt from Montana. CHOOSE ONE:

What’s your biggest pet peeve?

Unwarranted rudeness or attitude. A lot of folks need finishing school. Something no one knows about me is...

I lived in France for five years. 12 JULY 30, 2010

Boxers

Briefs

Boxer-briefs Commando

What’s your guilty pleasure?

Sugababes. Brit-Pop.

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If you’re a bear—or just a Goldilocks who likes hangin’ with a hairy harem—then you’ve probably know Joe Fiore. He’s the mastermind behind the Drenched pool parties, Woof!, Dance 208, Rockbear Sundays at Rockbar, and the recent Howl party at Cherry Grove’s Ice Palace. On August 7, he’s bringing back the flavor of legendary DJ Lary Levan and the Paradise Garage with Dance: 208 Garage Classics at the LGBT Center. “I was a DJ wannabe and volunteered at the Center Dances to get experience,” Fiore says of his nightlife origins. “When the head of the dance committee left they asked me to run it. Honestly I just wanted to dance but I found out I liked running the party, too.” We threatened Joe with a bottle of Nair and got him to spill his guts. —Dan Avery

WHAT’S BEST INTENTIONS (Clockwise from top left) Farrad, Angelo Tursi, Heather Litteer, Sean B and Eric White

WHAT CAME FIRST, THE BAND OR THE STUDIO TRACK? In today’s producer-run music biz, that line gets blurrier by the hour. And so it was for Sean Bumgarner, best known as DJ Sean B, one of the creative forces behind the nightlife phenomenon known as Spank. “[Best Mate] was formed as a way to perform tracks from a studio project I started in 2008,” he explains. “Now the band and live performance is finding its way back into the studio, influencing my music writing and developing parts for tracks we have been playing.” To bring his boogie-disco sound from the late ’70s and early ’80s to life, Bumgarner tapped a Who’s Who of talents from New York’s small queer-rock scene, including vocals by Farrad and Big Art Group’s Heather Litteer, with Street Heroes’ Eric White and Angelo Tursi rounding things out. “It’s been amazing to write music and see it come to life through these amazing players,” Bumgarner notes about stepping out from behind the turntables. “Performing these songs really gives a different insight than DJ-ing them.” They’ll continue to grow their new-disco sound at upcoming shows at Bowery Electric and Public Assembly and, of course, in the studio. (Their new single, “So We Rise,” should be released in August.) “Most of what has made this band become more than a one-time performance of a club track has been the audience response,” says Bumgarner about their growing fan base. “We consistently get screams outta the crowd!” —Benjamin Solomon Visit MySpace.com/BestMateNYC for more info.

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60/40

A LOOK AT NEW YORK CITY’S GROWING ATTEMPTS

DOOR-TO-DOOR SERVICE Rainbow Station, Les Hommes, DVD Video and The Blue Store

URING ITS LONG HISTORY, a certain midtown Manhattan adult store—let’s call it the Love Shack—rarely, if ever, closed its front doors. It was a point of professional pride for the owners, not to mention a convenience for the randy customers. Yet one day four years ago, those doors were locked to the public permanently. You could see the Shack’s shuttering as a victory for the city. Since Giuliani’s reign, New York had embarked on a mission to severely limit (to be diplomatic) the location and number of adult businesses via zoning laws. At the time of its closing, in fact, the Shack was technically a “60/40” store, the result of a 2001 ordinance that only allowed 40 percent of an establishment’s content to be designated as “adult,” or ex-

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plicitly sexual. It’s a landmark ruling the city has used to regulate sex shops in ever-gentrifying New York. In addition to hampering the Shack’s offerings, the authorities were citing the store for violations ranging from noncode signage to alleged hustling, as well as whatever trivial infractions they could dream up that would necessitate a fine or a time-consuming court appearance. It was like a torturous game—one designed to see how long it took before your opponent forfeited. The ongoing legal battles were devastating to the store’s already declining profit margin (thanks to the availability of online porn), so staying in business made less and less sense. When a forced closure seemed imminent, the owners reached an agreement with the city that they would shutter of their own volition.

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TO BRING ADULT-VIDEO STORES TO THEIR KNEES.

I knew this store well. My family owned it. It put me through college, sent me to summer camp, paid for my braces and helped buy my first car (which was used, mind you). It helped afford me a comfortable, but by no means spoiled, Jewish middle-class life. My father had to deliver the bad news that day and wasn’t looking forward to it. The morning-shift employees (some of whom had worked there for more than 20 years) had assembled for his mysterious announcement. After he explained that the store would cease operations, there was no time for tears—we had to start stripping the shelves, dismantling booths (which over the decades had gone from screening Super-8 reels to VHS to a fully computerized system), packing inventory and removing all signs of what had once been there.

Later this year, a similar scenario could play out all over the city, forcing other adult shops—including, potentially, Chelsea’s Blue Store and Unicorn, and Uptown’s Les Hommes—to either close or comply with draconian regulations. The measures in question include rules about store layout and a ban on any booths whatsoever, if a 2001 judgment withstands appeal. You see, in March, Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Louis York ruled that, “certain bookstores and video stores which purport to operate on a ‘60/40’ basis… but nonetheless exhibit a focus on adult materials, are adult establishments notwithstanding their 60/40 configuration.” The decision is already facing a battle from lawyer Herald Fahringer, representing a group of storeowners dubbed the Coalition for Free Expression (COFFE). They have until SepJULY 30, 2010 17

tember to mount an appeal, which could take up to another year to settle. “What we’ve done is challenged the constitutionality of this new ordinance,” says Fahringer. “We’re arguing that the law goes too far. You can’t micromanage the store; you can’t tell the operator of a store where his cash register can be. You can’t tell them where to put their merchandise and how many [non-adult] titles they have to have.” This brand of micromanaging, as Fahringer calls it, began during Rudy Giuliani’s first term in 1995, when he started “cleaning up” Times Square. Strict zoning laws were passed, detailing where sex shops, topless clubs, peep shows and porno theaters could be located— not within 500 feet of a school, day-care center, house of worship or another adultoriented business. According to one source, 95 percent of the city is no longer zoned for adult businesses, in effect creating a censorship zone. And unlike other U.S. cities where zoning limits have been implemented to control adult businesses, New York refused to “grandfather” in existing establishments. Enter Fahringer and COFFE, fighting for their rights and their livelihood. The 60/40 rule followed, dictating that no more than 40 percent of store space and quantity could be dedicated to adult material. “To keep it simple,” Fahringer explains, “if

Downplaying the severity of the situation, Deputy Chief Robin Binder of the New York City Law Department’s Administrative Law Division—one of the team behind the 2001 60/40 ruling—insists that, “the zoning regulations provide plenty of space for places with adult uses to operate. They’re just restricted from being near schools, houses of worship, and near residential districts.” Ironically enough, by the time the 2001 case is finally wrapped up—and nobody knows when that will be—there may not be any 60/40s left to shut down. New York City’s strict ordinances, coupled with the rise of high-speed Internet porn and a sluggish economy, are doing a fine enough job of driving the adult businesses into oblivion. “I don’t think they have to worry about people opening a new store nowadays,” says one store manager. “A lot probably will close on their own.” What will we lose when these sex shops disappear altogether? Certainly not the merchandise—adult-video sites are booming, Walgreens and Duane Reade sell an increasingly sophisticated variety of lube and condoms, and dedicated boutiques like Babeland and The Pleasure Chest—currently unmolested by the city’s witch hunt—offer anything you’d want to stick inside yourself or a partner.

“What We are arguing is the laW goes too far. You can’t micro-manage the store, You can’t tell the operator of a store Where his cash register can be.” — COFFE lawyer Herald Fahringer you had 1,000 DVDs, 600 would have to be non-adult and 400 could be adult. But if the store was 1,000 square feet, 600 feet would have to be allocated to non-adult material. Basically that’s what we’re operating under now.” When first enforcing the codes, city inspectors took them very seriously, coming in to measure square footage and count merchandise. Fahringer recalls taking his own tape measure around to the COFFE stores he represented. Some stores filled their non-adult space with any bargain videos they could find—say, 500 copies of a single Laurel & Hardy VHS title. This practice was quickly regarded as a “sham” by the city—the videos were obviously filler, never intended to fly off shelves—and the stores were still deemed adult in focus. In 2001, amendments to the zoning laws were added to close the loopholes. Challenges to these rulings, meanwhile, have been filed regularly ever since. When Mayor Bloomberg took office in 2002, many expected a less aggressive atmosphere regarding adult businesses (and raunchy gay nightlife, for that matter, which had also been hampered by Giuliani and his enforcement of arcane cabaret statutes). But according to several bookstore owners and managers, within a few years of Bloomberg’s election, an influx of new 60/40 stores in Chelsea and around Port Authority drew the city’s ire with glaring signage and neighbor complaints, and a crackdown ensued. 18 JULY 30, 2010

Which leaves the sleaze—an element you can only find in brick-and-mortar “dirty bookstores.” Manhunt and Grindr are great, but they don’t offer the spontaneity of buddy booths or the alluring scent of sex, poppers and disinfectant. Such things are electric—and part of New York’s rich gay history. I had my own special moments trolling Times Square booths back in the day, getting a visceral thrill from the occasional hand job. I’m not so interested in that scene anymore (in fact, not at all), but its disappearance is a loss. It should still be an option for consenting adults. Maybe it’s time to start over. Some enterprising P.T. Barnum of erotica could get their hands on the zoning map, invest in a chunk of what few free-expression zones still exist—even if they’re in a less-convenient industrial nook in one of the outer boroughs—and create something new and exciting. Something that says, “fuck you” to bureaucratic Puritans and delivers raunchy fun off the city’s radar. Yes, perhaps it’s the 60/40’s time to go the way of the dodo. But not sex—not from this city. “Without sex and vice you can’t have a great city,” says longtime gay civil libertarian Bill Dobbs. “The campaign to get rid of erotica in this town is like cutting the underbelly out. Eventually it will suffocate New York. Pleasure and erotica refresh culture—we need to accommodate pleasure, erotica and sexiness rather than try and suffocate them.” N

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Joey Arias at Barracuda (p.22)

FRIDAY JULY 30 PUSHIT! The F Word at Splash, 50 W 17th St (btwn Fifth/Sixth Aves), 646-374-4977, splashbar.com— Leather and lace are the keywords at Mark Nelson and Formika Jones’ Friday-night freakfest, where Amanda Lepore does dominatrix and muscle hotties don tight leather. Plus, Sylvia Tosun performs “Push ’n’ Pull” and other hits live. 10pm; $10 before midnight//$20 general admission.

FornaibioVoss’s weekend-starter, where RuPaul’s Drag Race’s drag diva Bebe Zahara Benet is celebrating the release of her new CD, Camaroon. Open bar till 11pm. 10pm; $5.

you toward the weekend with Broadway standards and pop songs. Challenge Dallas with a song and DJ Paul Leasure will cue it up. 10pm– 2am; free.

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ROTTENFRUIT

Rockbear: Underbear at Rockbar, 185 Christopher St (@ Weehawken St), rockbarnyc.com— Don your cutest boxers or briefs for this special underwear-party edition of Rockbar’s Friday-night jam. DJ Adam (the Cock) brings the music and gogo Torez brings his fine self. 9pm; $3.

All About Evil: The Peaches Christ Experience in 3-D at Landmark Sunshine Cinemas, 143 E Houston St (btwn Eldridge/Forsythe Sts), 212330-8182, peacheschrist.com— San Fran’s Peaches Christ presents her gory masterpiece All About Evil, in which a mousy librarian (Natasha Lyonne) turns into a serial killer and a folk heroine. Tonight’s screening/performance-art encounter promises to make Rocky Horror look like Lilo and Stitch, with a pre-show interview with Lyonne and macabre performances by Peaches and the Mid-

HEYBEBE

TEXASSIZED

Rockit at Quo, 511 W 28th St (btwn 10th/11th Aves), 212-961-7507, fveventsny.com— DJs Keo Nozari and Lady Bunny rock the house at

Drinking Does Dallas at Evolve, 221 E 58th St (btwn Second/Third Aves), 212-355-3395, evolvebarandloungenyc.com—Dallas Dubois rockets

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Soakin’ Wet at Mountain Creek Water Park (p.24)

STRAIGHT

BUZZ >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

CANADA, CRAWFORD & WATERCRAFTS

ARCADE FIRE Win Butler and the band burn down Madison Square Garden (figuratively), with opening act Spoon, on Aug 4 and 5.

METRIC night Mass Players. Be sure to wear your best gore couture! Additional screening on July 31. Midnight; $15.

COMEDYISHARD The Pied Pipers of the Lower East Side at P.S. 122, 150 First Ave (@ E Ninth St), 212-352-3101, theamoralists.com— As part of P.S.122’s Curtain Call series, the Amoralists remount their well-received tale about a group of polyamorous neohippies trying to fight the man and fuck each other’s brains out. Matthew Pilieci’s full-frontal scene is anything but, um, flaccid. Mon, Thu, Fri and Sat at 7pm and Sun at 5pm through Aug 9; $40.

SATURDAY JULY 31 DANCETHISMESSAROUND Spank: Sprocket at private location, Williamsburg, spankparty@gmail.com—Those Spank boys, DJ Sean B and Will Automagic, team up with Ron Like Hell and Ryan Smith of Rocket for a wild daytime warehouse party. We’re talking hot dance beats, massive art installations, water features, tee-shirt-making, barbecue and enough skinny jeans to clog the BP oil spill! 2pm–10pm; $5.

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Trip Out at Trip, 390 Eighth Ave (btwn 29th/30th Sts), 212 714-8149, uncutnyc.com— DJs Michael Hades, Vic-

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tor Hugo and Dre tear it up at the Chelsea club’s newest dance jam. Be sure to give props to hosts Mother Juan and Chad Aviance, Yusef Xtravaganza and King Ralphy. Enjoy $1 vodka drinks till 11pm. 10pm; free before midnight/$10 general admission.

As part of Celebrate Brooklyn!, the Toronto rockers join Joan as Police Woman in Prospect Park On Aug 5.

GOTOYAHEL John Blair Saturdays at Splash, 50 W 17th St (btwn Fifth/Sixth Aves), 646-374-4977, splashbar.com— Tonight at Splash’s long-running circuit-party-style dance jam, international DJ Yinon Yahel spins and partygoers enjoy $1 well drinks till midnight. $10 before midnight/$20 general admission. 10pm–6am.

TWELVE Chace Crawford stretches his acting chops as a douchey drug dealer on the Upper East Side, starting Aug 6.

SHIPTOSHORE White Party Moonlight Cruise at Pier 62, West Side Hwy (@ 23rd St), 917-816-3577, jspresent.wordpress.com— Set sail aboard the Spirit of New York with Marc Sir Dane, Bry’nt, Jesse-O, DJs Donna Edwards and Calvin Smith, and a boat full of gorgeous men of color. Midnight; cover varies.

FRENCHLESSONS (Le) Bingo at (le) Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker St (btwn Thompson/Sullivan Sts), 212-505-3474, lepoissonrouge.com— Ball busters Linda Simpson and Murray Hill are joined by drag starlet Violet Temper and burlesque babe Lil’ Miss Lixx for

HONG KONG DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL Colorful Chinese boat races, ethnic dances and more hit Flushing Meadows on Aug 7 and 8.

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QUOTED We’d love MargOH! Channing even if the drunken diva wasn’t named after Bettie Davis’ role in All About Eve. On August 7 Channing stumbles into the Duplex for pop classics, comic barbs and an appearance by her “gay husband,” Man-ee Champagne. “It’s gonna be hot!,” she gushed between margaritas. “Well, not that hot, I hope. The dressing room was so steamy the last [time], I sweated down to a size 8. I think it’s best I get dressed in an ice box for this show, so everything points skyward.” —MargOH! Channing: What Makes A Legend Drink More? at the Duplex, 61 Christopher St (@ Seventh Ave), 212-255-5438, TheDuplex.com. Aug 7 at 10pm; $15 (plus two-drink minimum).

some high-stakes bingo in the Gallery lounge, where the prizes range from discount-store crap to cold cash! Bingo cards are $2 and the beer/tater tots combo is just $6, with a Happy Hour running till 8pm. 7pm; free. 18+

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MEETINGMISTERRIGHT Date Bait for Professionals at the LGBT Center, 208 W 13th St (btwn Greenwich/Seventh Aves), 212-620-7310, datebait.com— Get put into groups with other white-collar dudes who share your values. Then find out who your mutual matches are and plan your next encounter. 8pm; $20.

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The Whiz: Over the Rainbow at Damrosch Park Bandshell, W 62nd St (btwn Amsterdam/Columbus Aves), 212-721-6500, lincolncenter.org— As part of the Lincoln Center Out of Doors festival, queer funkster Monstah Black and Nicholas Leichter Dance team up for a fantastical modern reimagining of The Wizard of Oz that would make Dorothy’s ruby slippers turn blue! 7:30pm; free.

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IT’SACELEBRATION

Rooftop at the Hudson Terrace, 621 W 46th St, (btwn 11th Ave/West Side Hwy), 212-315-9400, joshwoodproductions.com— Take the fun outside with this tea dance from Josh Wood, Jared Needle, DJ Theresa, Claudio Braz, Keoni Hudoba, Darrell Elmore and LadyFag. Enjoy 2-for-1 drinks till 7pm. 6pm–midnight; $5.

Beetlejuice: Madonna Worship Night at Nowhere, 322 E 14th St (btwn First/Second Aves), 212-477-4744— DJ Chauncey D dedicates tonight to our “Lucky Star,” Madonna, who turns 52(!) on August 16. Throw back Madge-inspired drinks like Immaculate margaritas, “True Blue” shots and “Erotica”-tinis as you get into the groove with all your fave hits from the Material Girl. There’s also a special surprise performance at midnight. (We’d guess it’s Lourdes but that’s probably way past her bedtime.) 10pm; free.

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ALTITUDEADJUSTMENT

Joey Arias at Barracuda, 275 W 22nd St (@ Eighth Ave), 212-645-8613— Are we lucky or what? The legendary Arias, who’s played everywhere from Vegas to Carnegie, performs for free tonight at the Chelsea mainstay. DJ David Serrano spins. 11pm; free.

Summer Camp at High Bar, 790 Eighth Ave (btwn 48th/49th Sts), 212-956-1300, highbarnyc.com— Su Casa’s Michael Cohen, Kevin Wiltz and DJ Marshal bring their brand uptown. Keep an eye on the clock—there’s a 15-minute open bar every hour! 1pm–8pm; free.

HAPPYBIRTHDAY! Küte at g Lounge, 225 W 19th St (btwn Seventh/Eighth Aves), glounge.com— At Mark Lander and Franco DiLuzio’s week-ender, the lovely Matty Maggiacomo and Joey Israel celebrate cohost Joey Murray’s 30th birthday with DJ Xavier, go-go dancers, drink specials, photo booth antics and a crowd of Chelsea “küties.” We can think of worse ways to celebrate! 9pm–1am; free. 24 JULY 30, 2010

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WHERETHERE’SAWILL

Starf*cker Bingo at Splash, 50 W 17th St (btwn Fifth/Sixth Aves), 646-374-4977, willclarkworld.com— Porno Bingo’s Will Clark takes over for Ginger Snap at Splash’s weekly game night. Expect the same great prizes and a special appearance by Molly Pope. Then, stick around for Sunday School with Dougie Meyer and DJs Steve Sidewalk and Lady Bunny. 6pm; free.

THELADIESWHOLAUGH Electro-Shock Therapy Comedy Hour at therapy, 348 W 52nd St (btwn Eighth/Ninth Aves), 212-397-1700, therapy-nyc.com— Funny ladies Erica Wasser, Adrienne Iapalucci and Helen Hong join host Brad Loekle for a queer-friendly comedy showcase.10pm; free.

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QUEENSINQUEENS

Baby Boy Dance Party at Tantra Lounge, 3550 31st St (btwn 35th/36th Aves), Astoria, 718-937-4574— Why should Jackson Heights get all the gay fun? Astoria gets its

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FREE RIDE

Sylvia Tosun at Splash (p.18)

CONQUER THE CITY WITHOUT SPENDING A DIME CULTURE VULTURE: AUG 5 Tongue Lashing at Phoenix, 447 E 13th St (btwn First/Ave A), 212-477-9979— Phoenix’s new monthly open-mike series sees host Matthew K Johnson inviting queer poets, spoken-word performers and writers to share their work. Wanna take the stage? Just sign up by 8pm—and keep it under three minutes! 8pm–10pm. PARTY HEARTY: JULY 30 & AUG 6 Flex at The Ritz, 369 W 46th St (btwn Eighth/Ninth Aves), 212-333-4177, chrisryannyc.com— Show the muscle of the week at Chris Ryan’s Friday-night party and you’ll get a drink on the house. DJ Xavier gets physical on the main dance floor and DJ Eddie Baez stretches out in the lounge upstairs. 10pm. WILD CARD: AUG 5

own queer dance night starting tonight, when DJs spin Top 40 and Latin House for borough boys. 9pm; free.

MONDAY AUGUST 2

WATERSPORTS Soakin’ Wet at Mountain Creek Water Park, 200 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, 973-864-8444, gaytripperevents.blogspot.com— Joey Israel leads a gaggle of homos to New Jersey for wet-and-wild fun on water rides and a high-tide wave pool. Don’t forget your bathing suit! 9am–8pm; $55.

MILAAMINUTE Sensations at therapy, 348 W 52nd St (btwn Eighth/Ninth Aves), 212-397-1700, therapynyc.com— Our girl Britney Houston is now Mila Jam, but she’s still got the goods. Check out her show upstairs at the elemental Hell’s Kitchen bar. And gird yourself for the workweek with some $7 cocktails. 11pm; free.

YOU’REAHOMO! Sherrylicious at Vig 27, 119 E 27th St (btwn Park/Lexington Aves), 212-686-5500, vig27.com— 26 JULY 30, 2010

Sherry Vine rocks Murray Hill with torch songs, Broadway standards and some of the dirty pop parodies we know and love her for. Plus, catch a special guest appearance by Fire Island queen Porsche. 9pm; free.

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The Pixie Show at Vlada, 331 W 51st St (btwn Eighth/Ninth Aves), 212-972-8030, vladabar.com— Upstairs in the lounge, drag Tinkerbell Pixie Grey returns to host a revamped show every Monday in August. Gaze in amazement as she skewers celebs, lip-synchs for her life and mesmerizes the audience with her boozefueled tomfoolery. 9pm; free.

IPADMYBRA The Peppermint Show at Barracuda, 275 W 22nd St (@ Eighth Ave), 212-645-8613— Pep is giving away a mutherfuckin’ iPad, bitches! Enter to win one tonight during the special giveaway. If she calls your name, you’ll be cruising Manhunt big as life! Even if you don’t win, you get to catch her tear up the stage a lotta song-and-dance numbers and a little help from DJ T–Boy in the booth. 11pm; free.

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Robyn at Borders Columbus Circle, 10 Columbus Circle (@ Broadway), 212-823-9775, borders.com— The Swedish pop sensation, now on tour with Kelis, performs tracks from her newest release, Body Talk, Pt. 1. 1pm.

RICOSUAVE Sabor Latino at the Monster, 80 Grove St (@ Seventh Ave S), manhattan-monster.com, 212924-3558— Kick off the week right in the West Village with this popular Latin-tinged night featuring DJ Tony Cruz in the booth. The infamous Barbara Herr performs at 11pm, with hot go-gos all night. 10pm; $5.

TUESDAY AUGUST 3 TANLINES Beige at B Bar, 40 E Fourth St (@ Bowery), bbarandgrill.com, 212-475-2220— Seen-andbe-seen homos continue to pack into the outdoor patio for cheap drinks and a fashionable crowd. 10pm; free.

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9000, gothamcomedyclub.com—What do you call a gathering of gay and gay-friendly comedians? A gaggle? A pride? Find out tonight as Bob Montgomery welcomes Crystal Clements, Claudia Cogan, Greg Walloch, Booth & Pat, Marion Grodin and Jessica Kirson to the Gotham stage for this queerish chucklefest. 8:30pm; $20 (plus twodrink minimum).

WHO’SYOURDADDY? DiLF at g Lounge, 223 W 19th St (btwn Seventh/Eighth Aves), glounge.com, 212-9291085— Colton Ford and boyfriend Angelo Peterson host g’s latest bash, which stands for Daddies I’d Like to Fuck. (A list that Ford definitely qualifies for.) DJ David Marc spins. 10pm–2am; free.

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Amanda Lepore’s Big Top at Carnival, 110 University Pl (btwn 12th/13th Sts) 212-255-8188, carnivalnyc.com— Joey Israel and Kenny Kenny stir up three-ring insanity at the infamous tranny ringmistress’ weekly party. Marvel at circusthemed acts, club-kid clowns and a dunk tank run by hot go-go boys. 10pm; free.

ILOVETHE’80S Rewind at The Ritz, 369 W 46th St (btwn Eighth/Ninth Aves), chrisryannyc.com, 212-3334177— Chris Ryan and Jaymz Crow turn back the clock with this retro dance night, where DJ JonJon Battles pumps up the jams and Chaka Khanvict goes over the borderline with $1 Jell-O shots. 10pm; free.

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The Paige Turner Show at Bar-tini Ultra Lounge, 642 Tenth Ave (btwn 45th/46th Sts), 917-3882897— The drag Elle Woods burns down Hellsea with her weekly lip-synchathon, with bitchy banter and great giveaways. 10pm; free.

Tune In Tuesdays at Bar-tini Ultra Lounge, 642 Tenth Ave (btwn 45th/46th Sts), 917-388-2897— Honorary gay Emily McNamara brings her fine self to Tenth Avenue, where she hosts fresh musicaltheater talents in this weekly revue. It’s date! 10:30pm; free.

I’MKINGOFTHEWORLD Gay Couples Yacht Cruise at Skyport Marina, E 23rd St (@ East River), themenevent.com— Bring your beau and enjoy a romantic yacht trip aboard the New York Heath and Racquet Club yacht. There’s a complimentary buffet, a free drink and great views of the skyline. 6:30pm–10pm; $35.

GUITARHERO Rock Star Karaoke at Posh, 405 W 51st St (@ Ninth Ave), 212-957-2222, poshbarnyc.com— Is Rock Band not cutting it for you anymore? Live out your rock god dream with a live backing band at Posh’s weekly karaoke night. A few $5 well martinis might help you loosen up a bit. 10pm– 12:30am; free. 28 JULY 30, 2010

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 4 COLDFRONT Bi-Polar at Polar in the Marcel Hotel, 201 E 24th St (@ Third Ave), 212-292-7502, nycpolar.com— Su Casa is dunzo, but promoters Michael Cohen and Kevin Wiltz have reclaimed Wednesdays with this new weekly. Mark Halcomb and Tony Bordonaro host and DJ Martial spins in the Marcel’s arctic-themed lounge. 10pm; free.

ONLYWHENILAUGH Homo Comicus at Gotham Comedy Club 208 W 23rd St (btwn Seventh/Eighth Aves), 212-367-

Porno Bingo at Pieces, 8 Christopher St (btwn Gay St/Greenwich Ave), willclarkworld.com, 212929-9291— Comedian Shawn Hollenbach and singer Terry Christopher pull into Pieces to join Will Clark’s slutty game. Proceeds benefit Braking the Cycle. 8pm–10pm; free.

THURSDAY AUGUST 5 OMG Gorgeous at g Lounge, 223 W 19th St (btwn Seventh/Eighth Aves), 212-929-1085, glounge.com— Guest spinners take the booth while DJ Lina is out on Fire Island, but Franco DiLuzio and Mark Lander’s attitude-free night of fashionable fellas and de-gorge go-go boys promises to be as hot as ever. 9pm; free.

VERYIMPORTANTPERSONS PPX at Pearl Lounge, 155 Eighth Ave (btwn 17th/18th St), 212-229-2291, pearlnylounge.com— PPX is restaurant-speak for V.I.P., and this new party from drag diva Cameron Nico and superstar maître d' Pat Bradley promises to make everyone feel like they’re behind the velvet rope. DJ Cythesizer lays

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down an all-vinyl set of indie-dance, electro, hiphop and funk for glamour gays and surprise guests. Order up $7 well drinks till midnight or $6 Lowdown Lemonade and rum punch all night. 11pm–1am; free. Sodomighty at Woody’s 31 Second NEW Ave (btwn First/Second Sts), 212-7770774— DJ Chauncey D spins dirty disco for sodomites enjoying $3 martinis and Coors Light at the newest party on Second Avenue. 10pm; free.

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PRECIOUSMETTLE Judy Gold: Live! at the Metropolitan Room, 34 W 22nd St (btwn Fifth/Sixth Aves), 212-206-0440, metropolitanroom.com— Comic Tom Ragú introduces opening act Pat Galante and musical guest Jane Aquilina before the queen of Jewish lesbian mom humor hits the stage. 9:30pm; $15 (plus two-drink minimum).

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FRIDAY, JULY 30 PINES RESORT 5pm: Low Tea at Blue Whale w/DJ Kevin Graves 7pm: High Tea at High Tea Deck 11pm: Beer Garden at Pool Deck w/DJ Kevin Graves Midnight: Underwear Party at the High Tea Deck

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ICE PALACE 8pm: Porsche Live w/DJ Chuck 11:30pm: Dworld Underwear Party. Daniel Nardicio’s frisky boxers-and-briefs bash rolls on. Mandatory clothes check. $5–$10.

Hollywood at Suzi Wong, 547 W 27th St (@ 11th Ave), 646-425-1422, suziewongnyc.com— Get glamorous— and maybe meet a star—with hosts Roze Black, Fernando Milan, Sonia Cantore and royalty from the House of Xtravaganza at west Chelsea’s newest gay party. 9pm; free before 11pm/general admission varies.

• Alan Cumming: Uncut at Whyte Hall, fipap.org— The Tony winner brings his Feinstein’s cabaret show to Fire Island, where he’ll sing everything from Hedwig to Sondheim. 9pm; $100–$150.

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Fox at the Park, 118 10th Ave, (btwn 17th/18th Sts), joshwoodproductions.com, 212-3523313— Sound the horns, lads! At Josh Wood and Jared Needle’s weekly, DJ Jason Ayala spins and Kris Haigh hosts as foxy fags enjoy 2-for-1 drinks till 11pm. 10pm; free.

3pm-8pm: Melt at Pool Deck 5pm: Low Tea at Blue Whale w/ Max Rodriguez 7pm: High Tea at High Tea Deck 8pm-10pm: Middle Tea at the Pavilion w/DJ Vito Fun Midnight: Pines Party after-party dance at Pavilion w/Wayne G.

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Uncut at Trip, 390 Eighth Ave (btwn 29th/30th Sts), 212 714-8149, uncutnyc.com— At Louis “Loca” M’s throwdown, hosts Yamil, Mickey, J-Sin and Alonso keep the crowd happy with DJs Lord G, Beyond, Paul Wonder and Veras, sexy Latino go-gos and $1 drinks till 11pm. 10pm; free before midnight/$5 with invite/$10 general admission.

7pm-10pm: Twirlina w/DJ Lina

QUENCHIT! Thirst at Roam, 17 E 19th St (btwn Broadway/Fifth Ave), 888-708-8951— Ocean’s Nathan H. Williams teams up with Khary & Ray for this urban dance party. Open bar till 11pm. 10pm; $5 before midnight/$10 general admission.

SATURDAY AUGUST 7 BOYSINTHESAND Club 57 at Providence, 311 W 57th St (btwn Eighth/Ninth Aves), fveventsny.com, 21230 JULY 30, 2010

• Poseidon: Pines Party 2010 at the beach, pinesparty.com— Don an aquatic costume for this legendary beach party, featuring a sunken casino, inviting tents and breathtaking visuals. DJs Moto Blanco, Corey Craig and Warren Gluck spin on two dance floors, with a special performance by Alexis Jordan (“Happiness”). Proceeds benefit the Fire Island Pines Property Owners Association Charitable Foundation and the Stonewall Community Foundation. 10pm–6am; $180.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 1 PINES RESORT 1pm-5pm: Soaked! at the Pool Deck w/DJ Corey Craig 5pm: Low Tea at Blue Whale 7pm: High Tea at the View Deck 9:30pm: Musical Sundays w/ DJ Tony Built

SIP N’ TWIRL 7pm-10pm: Twirlina w/DJ Lina

ICE PALACE 1pm: Pop pool party w/Logan Hardcore, Dallas Dubois and DJ Tony Ynot.

307-0062— For Brandon Voss’ birthday, he and co-promoter Tony Fornabaio are hosting their first beach party. The dance floor will be filled with sand, the go-go boxes are being swapped for lifeguard stands and buxom blond Amanda Lepore does her best Pam Anderson circa Baywatch. Wear a bathing suit and get in for half-price (or don a Speedo and get in free!). DJs Escape, Keo Nozari and Lady Bunny spin beach-blanket beats with mermaid Epiphany making sure everyone gets along swimmingly. 10pm; $15 before midnight/$20 general admission.

ICE PALACE 1pm: Pool Party w/Ariel Sinclair and DJ Tony Ynot

WELCOMETOPARADISE Dance: 208 Garage Classics at the LGBT Center, 208 W 13th St (btwn Greenwich/Seventh Aves), 212-620-7310, gaycenter.org— DJ Tony Smith spins at this celebration for Larry Levan, the legendary driving force behind Paradise Garage. 9pm; $8 in advance/$10 general admission.

RECOMMENDEDALLOWANCE Vitamin D*** at Milk Lounge, 2056 Second Ave (btwn 105th/106th Sts), 212-360-1988, milklounge.com— Polaris Bomb and DJ JenRG bring

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The Pied Pipers of the Lower East Side at P.S. 122 (p.20)

YOUR GUIDE TO PHILANTHROPY AND HUSBAND-HUNTING Sea Tea at Pier 40, Houston St (@ W Side Hway), 212-675-2971, gaypartycruise.com— We hope you have your sea legs because tonight’s cruise benefits both the Gay Officers Action League (G.O.A.L.) and the New York City Gay Men’s Chorus. Who can resist a moonlit trip around the harbor, a free buffet and hot cops and choristers? Ron B performs and DJ Michael Wilson spins. Aug 1 from 7:30pm–10pm; $22 in advance/$25 general admission.

the vatos uptown for this new Latin bash in Spanish Harlem with both male and female go-gos. If we have to spell out the name of this party out for you, you should probably stay home! 10pm; free till 11pm/$5 till 1am/$8 general admission.

Don’t miss a special live set by 5th Avenue Vampires and cabaret from Anna Evans. 11pm; $7 with RSVP/$10 general admission.

GLAAD Manhattan at 230 Fifth Ave (@ 27th St), glaad.org— No it’s not the name of the newest gay cocktail (though it should be). This is the latest in GLAAD’s series of fund-raising rooftop soirees, with host Bethany Frankel (Real Housewives, Bethenny Getting Married?), DJ Corey Craig and a guest list that includes everyone from star stylist Phillip Bloch and Miss New York Claire Buffie to figure skater Johnny Weir and The Real World’s Scott Herman. Aug 3 from 6:30pm–9:30pm; $100.

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Grindr Party at Vlada, 331 W 51st St (btwn Eighth/Ninth Aves), 212-972-8030, vladabar.com— This party makes using your favorite app even easier, since everyone in the bar will be logged on and looking for a new love. 10pm; free.

Vandam at Greenhouse, 150 Varick St (@ Vandam St), greenhouseusa.com, 212-719-4479— At Kenny Kenny and Susanne Bartsch’s madcap ball, Chuck Attix, Dirty Martini and Desi Monster host DJa Gant Johnson and Michael Magnan and various nightlife tribes. 10pm; free.

THELIONQUEEN QxBxRx at Cake Shop, 152 Ludlow St (btwn Stanton/Rivington Sts), myspace.com/qxbxrx, 212253-0036— Bringing a bit of outer-borough hipness to Manhattan, this monthly queer rock night includes sets by Lioness, Mkng Frndz and Mystery Roar, plus rocker go-gos and crowd of hotties sweating it out to DJs Go-Karff, Sir Loins and A.Martini. 10pm; $5 before midnight/$8 general admission.

GETHIMTOTHEGREEK Adonis Afterhours at Greenhouse, 150 Varick St (@ Vandam St), 212-719-4479, greenhouseusa.com— The bars are closed and you want to keep partying? Well, DJ Eddie Baez takes up residency at Greenhouse after last call tonight. Shelby Stone, Chris Ryan and King Ralphy host. 4am; $20.

ICANBEYOURFREAK Glamdammit at Don Hill’s, 511 Greenwich St (@ Spring St), glamdammit.com— Kayvon Zand hosts Twig the Wonderkid and Michael T for freakflag glam rock, punk anthems and hardcore rock. 32 JULY 30, 2010

HOTELSWEET Cuckoo Club at Hiro Ballroom in The Maritime Hotel, 363 W 16th St (@ Ninth Ave), 212-2424300— This long-running blowout in the Maritime Hotel brings gaylebrities, B&Ts and Eurotrash royalty to the Maritime for hot electro beats. 10pm; $10.

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Sundays at Glass Bar at the Hotel Indigo, 127 W 28th (btwn Sixth/Seventh Aves), 646484-4330, hotelindigo.com— The chic Hotel Indigo reaches out to Chelsea’s fierce fags with this new weekly party. Bartenders pour 2-for-1 cocktails till 9pm, with DJ Rock Epito coming on strong starting at 8pm. 6pm–2am; free.

MILKYWAY Sperm at the Cock, 29 Second Ave (btwn First/Second Aves), thecockbar.com— DJ Man Parrish spins funk, old-skool and pop, and sexy go-go dancers get you all hot and bothered at this sinful soiree. 11pm; cover varies.

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Big Gay Benefit for Callen-Lorde at Abrons Art Center, 466 Grand St (@ Pitt St), 866-811-4111, callen-lorde.org— The sweetest gal on the scene, Peppermint, has called upon dynamic duo Cazwell and Amanda Lepore, DJ Keo Nozari and singer Christopher Estrada for party benefiting the Callen-Lorde Community Health Center. This is your chance to see Pep sing live, so don’t miss out! Aug 8 at 7pm; $15.

MILKYWAY Alphabet Sunday at Arrow Bar, 85 Ave A (btwn Fifth/Sixth Sts), 212-673-1775, arrownyc.com— Drew Zailen pours 2-for-1 drinks until 10pm and $4 draft Buds and $5 vodka drinks all night, while DJ JRoc spins a soundtrack of pop, house and ’80s tunes. 9pm; free. N FOR MORE EVENTS AND UPDATES VISIT NEXTMAGAZINE.COM OR FOLLOW US ON TWITTER @ NEXTMAGAZINENY

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UNDERTHESAMESUN FIRE ISLAND BLACK OUT TAKES OVER CHERRY GROVE FOR A WEEKEND CELEBRATING DIVERSITY AND GAY OL’ FUN IN THE FUN

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RAINBOW OF COLORS UNDER THE SUN The packed beach in Cherry Grove during FIBO in 2009

ire Island is truly an escape for everyone. And that’s never more apparent than during Fire Island Black Out, or FIBO, an annual weekend welcoming gays of color and their friends to the gay island paradise for performances, parties, and plain old fun in the sun. However, Philadelphia promoter and FIBO organizer James Wellons notes that FIBO is not just an all-black event. “The original organizers of FIBO chose the name due to the event’s locality and as a reflection of the majority of its initial attendees,” he explains. “As FIBO progresses so does its ethnic composition.” We chatted with Wellons about this year’s event and what guests of all colors can hope to find.

FIBO was created as an alternative beach event for the New York LGBT community. Why is this alternative necessary? While FIBO welcomes everyone regardless of race, gender or sexual orientation, the majority of our attendees are LGBT people of color. FIBO is one of a handful of national events where the LGBT community of color can come together to celebrate and share

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our community with our families, friends and the rest of the world. What do you feel has made the event so successful over the past few years? The atmosphere is exciting, welcoming and friendly. Everyone is there to have a good time. What started out with 50 people in 2003 has grown to an expected 4,000 people this year. Speaking of this year, anything new or different about the festivities? A lot! We added a writers’ panel featuring four prolific and accomplished gay authors of color discussing relationships, the down low, gay marriage and other interesting topics. We also added a poetry slam and spoken-word contest at the Ice Palace. And we celebrity hosts for all of our events! What performances are you most excited about? Grammy-nominated artist Brian Slade [formerly known as Tonéx] will perform with a live band. Tonéx is known for his gospel records, but his musical efforts

also include R&B, soul and hip-hop. He will present his distinct secular sounds exclusively to FIBO attendees during our legendary Bump & Dip Dance and Pool Party. What challenges face New York’s gay black community in 2010? If the gay black community in New York is like that of Philadelphia, then I would say that one significant challenge is funding for those organizations that benefit our community. This is why part of FIBO’s mission is to raise awareness about nonprofit organizations that provide life-sustaining resources to the LGBT community of color. This year the net proceeds from FIBO will benefit the Housing Works Haiti AIDS Relief Fund and the Ali Forney Center for homeless LGBT teens. In addition, we will make a contribution to the Beach Preservation Fund of the Friends of the Fire Island National Seashore. N Fire Island Black Out (FIBO) runs August 13–15 in Cherry Grove on Fire Island. Visit FireIslandBlackOut.com for more info.

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Opening>>> (SUN) STARF*CKER BINGO at Splash. Will Clark takes over for Ginger Snap at Splash’s weekly bingo night. 6pm; free. (MON) THE PIXIE SHOW at Vlada. Drag queen Pixie Grey returns to Vlada’s upstairs lounge every Monday in August.

SODOMIGHTY at Woody’s. DJ Chauncey D spins. $3 Coors Light and martinis. 10pm; free. (THU, MONTHLY)

CHELSEA

Bars>>> BARRACUDA 275 W 22nd St (Eighth Ave) 212-645-8613— This Chelsea mainstay acts as Eighth Avenue’s gay epicenter with shows almost nightly. 4pm–4am daily. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 drinks 4pm–9pm (FRI) Just a Party. DJ JonJon Battles. 10pm. (SAT) Legendary w/DJ Kevin Graves. 10pm. (SUN) Sherry Vine Show. DJ David Serrano. 2-for-1 drinks till midnight. 11pm. (MON) Peppermint’s Mystery Box w/top prizes and DJ T-Boy. 11pm. (TUE) ‘Cuda Karaoke w/Mimi Imfurst. 10pm (WED) Pop Tarts with Mila Jam and DJ Scotty Rox. 10pm; free. (THU) Star Search with Peppermint and DJ Keo Nozari. Guest performances. 11pm; free. BOXERS 37 W 20th St (between Fifth/Sixth Aves), 212-255-5082; boxersnyc.com— New York’s newest gay sports bar has brick-oven pizza, lots of elbow room and plenty of hot athletic supporters. Daily noon–2am. free. (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 drinks 4pm–9:30pm (SAT) Boxers Bash: $3 beers $4 well drinks (1pm–7pm). Boxers night: 1/2 price drinks for showing your boxers (9:30pm–close). (WED) Pool Tournament w/cash prizes (8pm). Midnight Madness: free Boxers punch (midnight–12:15am) THE EAGLE 554 W 28th St (Tenth/Eleventh Aves), 646-473-1866, eaglenyc.com— Two levels w/roof deck, vintage porn and a pool table for leather lovers, bears and fetish freaks. Tue–Sat 10pm–4am, Sun 5pm–4am. (FRI) Hardon! with DJ Reed McGowan. Performances and giveaways. (SUN) Beer Blast with DJs Paul Ferrer and Reed. $3 domestics, $4 Jäger/Cuervo shots. 5pm–midnight; free. (WED) Jockstrap Wednesdays with DJ Mirch. $3 Jäger shots, Bud/Bud Light. 10pm. (THU) Code with DJ Grimes. $4 Bud Lights. Fetish dress required.10pm; free.

G LOUNGE 225 W 19th St (Seventh/Eighth) 212-929-1085, glounge.com— This round lounge is packed with gym dandies, Latino lotharios and cute Chelsea boys. 4pm–4am daily. No cover. (HAPPY HOUR) $4 house drinks and $3 domestic beer. 4pm–9pm (FRI) t.g.i.g./Hottie Hour with DJ Smokey at 4pm and DJ Drew G at 9pm. (SAT) Bounce with DJ Dr. Brooks. 7pm. SUN) Q-Tea. Tea dance w/DJ Scotty Rox. 4pm–8pm. (SUN) Küte by Mark Lander and Franco DiLuzio. Matty Maggiacomo, Joey Israel and Joey Murray and Epiphany host w/DJ Xavier. Go-gos, drink specials. 9pm–1am; free. (MON) Fresh with DJ Dr. Brooks. (TUE) BoyBox by Franco DiLuzio and Mark Lander with DJ Cazwell and host Joey Israel. Go-go dancers. 10pm–2am; free. (WED) DiLF. Colton Ford and Angelo Peterson host daddy party,10pm. (THU) Gorgeous by Franco and Mark with DJ Lina. Go-gos. 9:30pm. GYM SPORTSBAR/LOCKERROOM 167 Eighth Ave (18th/19th), 212337-2439, gymsportsbar.com— The all-gay sports bar has two floors of jock action and multiple flatscreen TVs. Mon–Thu 4pm–2am, Fri 4pm–4am, Sat 1pm–4am, Sun 1pm– 2am. (HAPPY HOUR) Mon–Fri 2-for-1 drinks 4pm–9pm (FRI, 1ST/3RD) Varsity w/DJ Dawson. 10pm. (SUN) Feel Good Sundays. Bud/Bud Light $3 drafts and $2.50 bottles 1pm–9pm. $3 wells and DJ Smokey at 9pm. RAWHIDE 212 Eighth Ave (21st St) 212-242-9332— Butch daddies and Marlboro men play in Chelsea’s original dive. Gogos nightly. 10am–4am daily. No cover. XES 157 W 24th St (Sixth/Seventh Aves) 212-604-0212, xesnyc.com— Cute Chelsea boys and sporty types crowd the lounge inside and the smoking patio in back. Wed– Sun 4pm–4am, Mon–Tue 4pm–2am. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 4pm–9pm; (FRI) Dark. w/DJ T-Boy (classics). 9pm. (SAT) Xessive Saturdays with DJ Adam Joseph. 2-for-1 well, beer and wine midnight–1am. 9pm. (SUN) Gay’s Papaya. Tea dance w/free hot dogs, frozen ’ritas and 2-for-1drinks (5pm–9pm). Sing Out Sister karaoke with Peppermint and TJ the DJ. (9pm.) (MON) ...And Bears, Oh My! Bear night w/Gary and Art. $12 pitchers, $3 domestic bottles and Coors Light draft, free pizza, beer pong. DJ Big Ragu. 9pm; free. (TUE) Tranimal. Tina Burner hosts a drag contest with $100 prize. 10pm; free. (WED) Karaoke w/Tina Burner. 10pm.

Clubs>>> TRIP at 390 Eighth Ave (btwn 29th/30th Sts) 212 714-8149— Bi-level state-of-theart lounge with crystal chandeliers and large dance floors. (FRI) Uncut with Louis “Loca” and hosts Yamil, Mickey, J-Sin and Alonso. DJs Lord G, Beyond, Paul Wonder and Veras. Latin go-

gos, $1 drinks till 11pm. 10pm; free before midnight/$5 with invite/$10. (SAT) Trip Out w/DJs Victor Hugo and Michael Hades, and hosts Mother Juan Aviance and Yusef Xtravaganza. 10pm; $10. (SUN) Spooge. Rotating DJs, go-gos, $5 vodkas, $4 beers, free shots. 10pm; free. (MON) Papi. Latin night wTyra Allure Ross and Laritza Dumont and DJs Nesto, MK, Beyond and Divo. 9pm; free before 11pm/$5. (THU) Jungle NYC. Lady Pearl and Dex host a party for men of color and their friends. 10pm; cover varies. (THU) DJ Alex Tech (tribal). 10pm–5am; free before 11pm/$10.

RUSH 579 Sixth Ave (16th/17th) 212741-4918, boiparty.com— Remember your sophomore year of college? This club formerly known as Heaven relives it nightly. (FRI, 1ST/3RD) Sugar Daddy w/Paul Short hosts butch homos upstairs at the twink haven.10pm; $3 (SAT) Drama. Dance night from Alan Picus, Steve Sidewalk and Charles Winters. 10pm; $15. 18+ SPLASH 50 W 17th St (Fifth/Sixth) 212-691-0073, splashbar.com— Both floors are still going strong at this legendary gay dancehall. 4pm–4am daily. (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 drinks 4pm–9pm (FRI) The F Word. Michael Formika Jones and Mark Nelson present Amanda Lepore, Joey Israel, Cazwell and more. 10pm; $10 before midnight/$20 general admission. (SAT) Stud Search w/Kenny Dash. 8pm. Dougie Meyer Saturdays. Circuit DJs on main floor, DJ John Marto (pop) in the lower lounge. Guest performers and go-gos. 10pm–6am; $20. (SUN) Starf*cker Bingo w/Will Clark. 6pm; free. Sunday School by Dougie Meyer with DJs Lady Bunny and Steve Sidewalk (pop). 8pm; free. (MON) Musical Mondays w/VJ John Bantay (showtunes and video) 7pm–midnight. $5. (WED) Ocean by Nathan W, Nathan S and Yamil X. DJs MK and Beyond (hip-hop, house). Go-gos and performances. 10pm; $5 before 11pm/$10 general. (THU) Campus Thursdays by Alan Picus w/John Marto, Vito Fun and Steve Sidewalk (pop). 10pm; free before midnight with student ID/$5 without/$10 general admission.

WEST VILLAGE

Bars>>> BOOTS & SADDLE 76 Christopher St (7th Ave/Bleecker), bootsnsaddle.com, 212633-1986— This old-school Christopher Street mainstay welcomes a casual crowd. Go-gos after 7pm. Noon–4am daily. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) $3 beer, soda and well drinks noon–8pm daily. (FRI) Paradise Lost w/DJ Robert Maril. $5 top-shelf drink specials. 9pm. CHI CHIZ 135 Christopher St (Hudson/Greenwich), 212-462-0027— The brothers come to Chi-Chiz, where cheery African-American men await. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 drinks 5pm–9pm CUBBYHOLE 281 W 12th St (Fourth

St), 212-243-9041, cubbyholebar.com— This low-frills nabe bar is equally popular with fags and dykes. Mon–Fri 4pm–2am and Sat–Sun 2pm–4am. (HAPPY HOUR) Half-price drinks 4pm– 7pm Mon–Sat

THE DUPLEX 61 Christopher St (Seventh Ave), 212-255-5438, theduplex.com— Two-level piano bar trills with cute actors, cabaret gals and old-fashioned showtune queens. 4pm–4am. (HAPPY HOUR) $3 beers, $4 wines and wells 4pm–8pm Mon-Fri THE HANGAR 115 Christopher St (Hudson/Bleecker), 212-627-2044, myspace.com/hangarnyc— No-frills bar appealing to bearded blue-jean guys. Mon–Sats 3pm–4am, Sun 1pm–4am. No cover. (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 drinks 3pm–9pm HENRIETTA HUDSON 438 Hudson St (Morton), 212-924-3347, henriettahudson.com— Popular lesbian bar promises hot girls and hotter action. Mon–Fri 4pm–4am, Sat–Sun 2pm–4am. (HAPPY HOUR) 4pm-7pm Mon-Fri. JULIUS 159 W 10th St (Waverly Pl), 212243-1928— Come for the friendly locals, stay for the mouthwatering burgers and an eclectic jukebox at New York’s oldest gay bar. 11am–4am daily. (HAPPY HOUR) 4pm–9pm $3 wells, domestics, wines (MON) The Paladin Trio. 9pm–midnight. (TUE) Billy G and guitar. 9pm–midnight. (WED) Dmitry Ekshtut Jazz Trio performs. 9pm–midnight. (THU, MONTHLY) Mattachine with P.J. DeBoy. DJs John Cameron Mitchell and Amber Martin (vintage, vinyl). 9pm. THE LGBT CENTER, 208 W 13th St (Seventh/Greenwich Aves), 212-620-7310, gaycenter.org— New York’s headquarters for all things gay, including meetings, clubs, mixers, talks and dances. (SAT, 2ND/4TH) Dance:208 by Joe Fiore. Guest DJs. 9pm–1am; $6 members/$10 general admission. MARIE’S CRISIS 59 Grove St (Seventh/Bleecker), 212-243-9323— Camaraderie and B’way sing-alongs abound in this historic piano bar. 4am–4pm daily. Free. THE MONSTER 80 Grove St (Seventh Ave), manhattan-monster.com, 212-9243558— This old-school staple sparkles with loyal locals singing showtunes upstairs and drag shows, go-go boy antics and dancing down below. Mon–Fri 4pm–4am, Sat–Sun 2pm–4am. (HAPPY HOUR) 4pm–9pm Mon–Fri. (FRI) Burnin’ Up w/guest DJs. $8. (SAT) Shut the F**k Up and Dance. DJ Tony Cruz, burlesque go-gos. $4.25 vodka breezes. 10pm–4am; $8. (SUN) Video tea dance 5:30pm–10pm. Hot Music Dance Party w/Tony Cruz $4 LI teas, Heineken, $3.25 Rolling Rock. 10pm; $5. (MON) Sabor Latino with Barbara Herr and DJ Tony Cruz, go-gos. Performance at 11pm. $4 Cuba Libres and Coronas.10pm; $6. (WED) Wheel Of Foreskin w/Jesse Volt and

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Katy Perry

BY KEO NOZARI

THERIGHTTRACK e may be in the thick of summer, but fall is just six short weeks away. That’s not such a bad thing with the inevitable slew of new fall music releases. And ironically, a lot of the summer’s hottest songs are translating into fall’s most anticipated albums. Dreaming up something big is Katy Perry with her forthcoming Teenage Dream. Boasting a cottonRobyn candy-cloud cover (and Perry’s naked, sun-kissed skin), her sophomore album surfs in on August 24. First single “California Gurls” has already been a dream come true for Perry. As we predicted last spring, “California Gurls” is one of the biggest songs of the summer—and even one of the biggest songs ever—smashing the record for all-time spins at Top 40 radio with over 13,000 spins in one week! The also track spent three weeks at No. 1 on pop radio (setting the record for the quickest rise to the top spot since Gwen Stefani’s “Hollaback Girl” in May 2005), and topped the iTunes Singles chart for eight weeks. And already looking ahead to next summer, Perry will make her film debut in the The Smurfs as the voice of Smurfette. Another breakout of the summer, Robyn—who had us crying on the dance floor (and loving it) with her heartbreaking “Dancing on My Own”—returns with her new new album Body Talk Pt. 2 on September 6 in the U.K. Lead single “Hang with Me” is a synthed-up dance-floor-ready treatment of the lush acoustic track featured on Body Talk Pt. 1 (released in June). Robyn is said to be releasing a Pt. 3 before the year is up! Those loving “Commander” will get in line for Kelly Rowland’s third album. Originally slated for September 21, the as-yet-untitled work has been pushed back until October 26. We thought she was poised to be a modern version of Donna Summer after last summer’s sensational “When Love Takes Over” made a huge splash. And while DJs and club audiences love her latest, “Commander,” American radio’s cool reception to the song may have scared her camp into going back to her urban roots. We’re a little underwhelmed by the dual singles released for the

U.S.—“Rose Colored Glasses” and “Grown Woman.” We hope the other songs command some better attention ’cause we really want her to win! Brit band The Script, coming off their well-scripted hit “Breakeven” already release their sophomore album, Science & Faith, on September 13. Lead single “For the First Time” is another pop/rock pop ballad beauty. Swift to release a new album as well is Taylor Swift. Her third studio album, Speak Now, hits October 25 with first single “Mine” expected to be all yours by mid-August, just in time for, well, the end of summer. N

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DJ TOP 10:eDDie elias New Jersey-based Dominicanborn DJ Eddie Elias has been wowing audiences for more than 10 years with residencies at Club 57 (Saturday, July 31), Voyeur in Philly, Alegria and the new Alegria afterparty, Verve.

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Manonegra Rob Mirage and DJ Chus

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DJ Steven Oliveri. Show at 11pm. $100 prize. $3 Bud, Ultra and Rolling Rock. 10pm; free.

PIECES 8 Christopher St (Gay St/Greenwich Ave), piecesbar.com, 212-929-9291— NYU gays rally amid the streamers for live shows and karaoke. Tue–Sat 2pm–4am, Sun–Mon 2pm–2am. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) 2pm–8pm $2 domestics and wells, $3 imports Mon–Fri. (SUN) Balls To The Wall Bingo with Vodka Stinger. 5pm. (TUE) Karaoke with Logan Hardcore and Matt. 8:30pm. (WED) Porno Bingo with Will Clark and porn-star guests. 8pm-10pm; $1 to play. (WED) Pieces of Broadway. Vodka Stinger VJs Broadway showtunes. Midnight. (THU) Post Office. Gay dating mixer. $2 Miller Lite with college ID. 9pm. ROCKBAR 185 Christopher St (Weehawken/West Side H’way), rockbarnyc.com— Gymbar veterans have taken over the old Ramrod. Mon-Wed 4pm–2am; Thu, Fri 4pm–4am; Sat 1pm–4am; Sun 1pm–2am. Free (HAPPY HOUR) 4pm-8pm: $4 well and Bud/Bud Lite, $5 call drinks and import beers. 11pm–1am: $2.50 well and domestics, $3 imports, $4 call drinks (FRI) T.G.I.F. $4 wells and Bud/Bud Lite, $5 call and imports (4pm-8pm). Live bands and $5 Svedka (9pm–4am). (SAT) Beer Blast (1pm-9pm). Petting Zoo w/Ernie Cote and DJ Corey TuT. Open bar till 11pm, $5 Svedka all night (10pm). (SUN) Rockbear. Beer blast w/Joe Fiore, BBQ, $3 Bud/Bud Light. STONEWALL INN 53 Christopher St (btwn Seventh Ave/Waverly Pl) 212-4882705, thestonewallinnnyc.com— Loyal locals and NYU kids populate this landmark watering hole. (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 drinks 2pm–8pm (MON) Bitchy Bingo with Kenny Dash. 9pm (WED) Stonewall Sensation. Amateur singers perform.10pm (THU) Karaoke w/Danielle 9pm–midnight. DJ Stacy midnight–close. TY’S 114 Christopher St (Hudson/Bleecker), 212-741-9641— Ye olde gay tavern teems with friendly and devoted patrons. Mon–Sun 2pm–4am. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) $3.50 well drinks, $2 off top shelf, $2 off beers, beers and 2-for-1 cocktails 4pm–8pm.

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Bars>>> THE BOILER ROOM 86 E Fourth St (First/Second Aves), boilerroomnyc.com, 212-254-7536— Arty hipsters stew with their salt-and-pepper elders and dirt cheap drinks. 4pm–4am daily. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) 4-8pm 2-for-1 beers and well liquor. $3.50 house liquor and $2.50 PBR. 10pm–4am daily. THE COCK 29 Second Ave (First/Second Sts), thecockbar.com— There is no dish spicier, skankier or sexier than this infamous

E. Village bird. Viva le coq! 11pm–4am daily. (FRI) Black Cock. Mr. Black presents DJ

Daryl Raymond and hosts Chicken Little, Black Eddie11pm-4am; $10. (SAT) Poppers with DJ Nashom. 11pm;

cover varies. (SUN) Sperm with DJ Man Parrish. Go-gos. 10pm; $5 before midnight/$10 after.

EASTERN BLOC 505 E Sixth St (A/B Aves), 212-777-2555, easternblocnyc.com— The Iron Curtain comes down in this bar, packed tighter than a sardine can with E-Vill boys. Strong drinks, kick-ass DJs and hot go-gos. 7pm–4am daily. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 drafts and wells, $2 Cosmos, Margaritas and Kamikazes (FRI) Bloc Party w/DJs Darren and Gabe. 10pm. (SAT) Blocaholic with DJs X and Y. 10pm. (SUN) Love Hangover with DJ Gant Johnson (disco, soul, garage). 9pm–2am. ELEMENT 225 E Houston St (Essex St), 212-254-2200, elementny.com— (SAT) P3ligro. Latino party from Yamil X, Juan and Jose X. WithHarmoica Sunbeam and DJs Nita and Mix.10pm; free before midnight, $10 before 2am/$15. LUCKY CHENG’S 24 First Ave (First/Second Sts), 212-473-0516, planetluckychengs.com— Asian drag karaoke and dining. Shows nightly at 8:30pm Sun– Thu, 8pm and 10pm Fri–Sat. 3pm-4am daily. NOWHERE 322 E 14th St (First/Second Aves), 212-477-4744— A low-to-no-key East Village pub with a great jukebox and cheap drinks. 3pm–4am daily. (HAPPY HOUR) $3 wells, $2 domestic beers, $2 PBR. Mon–Thu 3pm–9pm, Fri and Sat 3pm–8pm. (FRI) We R The Handclaps w/DJ As If. New Wave, punk, nerdcore. 10pm. (SAT) Numbers w/DJ Jeff Jackson. 10pm. (SUN, 1ST) Beetlejuice with DJ Chauncey D (’80s, ’90s). 10pm. (TUE) Buddies with DJ Damian and guests. Bear Night. 10pm. PHOENIX 447 E 13th St (First/Ave A), 212-477-9979— Alterna-dudes, an indie jukebox and good drinks. Have you risen yet? 4pm–4am daily. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 domestics and wells 4pm-8pm. (FRI) Denim Shorts w/A Martini (rock, metal, punk, indie), go-go boys and $2 PBRs. 10pm–4am. (SAT) Suspicious Package w/DJ merkin Muffley, $2PBR. (TUE) Bitchin’ Flow. DJ Go-Karff, guest spinners and half-priced drafts. 10pm. (THU) Courage, My Love. DJ Damian Cote (indie, New Wave). $3 draft beers. 10pm. (THU, MONTHLY) Tongue Lashing. Monthly open-mike series w/queer poetry and spoken-word. 8pm–10pm. UC LOUNGE 87 Ludlow St (Broome/Delancey Sts), 212-677-1100, unclecharliesnyc.com— The Midtown piano bar Uncle Charlie’s births an equally inviting downtown offspring. Sun–Thu 5pm–2am, Fri and Sat 5pm–4am. Free.

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ARIES (MARCH 21–APRIL 20) Who inspires you? How can you emulate that person and their star quality in your own life? Redirect your focus and set your sights on practical goals that are feasible.

TAURUS (APRIL 21–MAY 21) Your good taste is required when contributing to a project or redesign. Keep communication open between lovers and coworkers; you never know when either could come in handy.

GEMINI (MAY 22–JUNE 21) It takes a lot of self-determination to keep going when certain doors shut. Financially, learn to budget but don’t be afraid to treat yourself when pushed.

CANCER (JUNE 22–JULY 23) Serious matters on the work front can continue or end; it’s all up to you. If thinking of someone far away, reach out. Someone closer to home extends interest—choices, choices!

LEO (JULY 24–AUGUST 23) Life, love and work would go much more smoothly if everyone just followed your plan. Alas, it’s not that easy. Practice patience and forgiveness!

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VIRGO (AUGUST 24–SEPTEMBER 23) Fate herself may put you to the same tests that you put lovers and coworkers through. Afterward you may want to review life from a fresh, more compassionate angle!

LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 24–OCTOBER 23) Riding high feels good but think about the people who helped you get there and remember to give credit where it’s due! Unexpected news changes pre-made plans.

SCORPIO (OCTOBER 24–NOVEMBER 22) Before you drop the proverbial bomb on an unsuspecting victim, think about the aftermath or effects it might have on the innocent involved.

SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 23 –DECEMBER 22) You’ve been given clear and fair warnings about your undesirable behavior at work and in the bedroom; there may be some karma to unravel. Wake up!

CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 23 –JANUARY 20) Teaching an old dog new tricks takes time and patience, but pays off in the long run for ya! Experiment with new classes and explore untapped areas of your psyche!

AQUARIUS (JANUARY 21–FEBRUARY 19) Without seeing it coming, attention, accolades and divine intervention all collide and change life as you know it. Don’t be late when Fortune calls; get ready for your close-up!

PISCES (FEBRUARY 20–MARCH 20) Inner psychic radar works in full color, spew your prophecy upon loved ones and strangers; it changes lives! Cassandra has nothing on you, and hopefully your news is better! © 2010 James Jacob Pierri. All rights reserved. For entertainment purposes only. Visit AusetGypsy.com for more astrological interpretations and private consultations.

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URGE 33 Second Ave (Second St), 212-533-5757, theurgenyc.com— Gawk at the go-go gods with the rest of the masses at this no-attitude bar. 4pm–4am daily. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 drinks 4pm– 10pm; $9 16oz mojitos and Long Island iced teas. (FRI) Same-Sex Scene with DJs Guto. Gogos. 10pm. (SAT) Saturday Urges DJ Guto. Go-gos. 10pm. (MON) Money Wheel w/Paulina and DJ David . $100 jackpot.10pm; free. WOODY’S 31 Second Ave (First/Second Sts), 212-777-0774— The gay strip of Second Avenue gets a new laid-back watering hole. 8pm–4am daily. No cover. (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 drinks and free pizza 4pm–9pm. (FRI) Underwear night. $4 cosmos, lemondrops, apple martinis. (SAT) Family Function w/Ladyfag and rotating DJs. 10pm (SUN) Tea dance w/DJ Prince (retro). $4 mimosas, Bloody marys, Coors Light, wells. 8pm. (THU) Sodomighty w/DJ Chauncey D. $3 Coors Light and martinis. 10pm; free.

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Bars>>> 9TH AVE SALOON 656 Ninth Ave (45th/46th Sts) 212-307-1503— Hell’s Kitchen’s long-running gay dive. 11am–4am daily. (WED) Karaoke 10pm–1am BAMBOO 52 344 W 52nd St (Eighth/Ninth Aves), 212-315-2777, bamboo52nyc.com— Broadway divas and buff business boys enjoy fresh sushi and sexedup cocktails. Noon–4am daily. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) Drink specials noon– 9pm, sushi specials midnight–2am. BARRAGE 401 W 47th St (Ninth/10th Aves), 212-586-9390— Drawn by the latenight happy hour, sexy locals and midtown tourists make the rounds. 5pm–4am daily. (HAPPY HOUR) 5pm–8pm & 11pm–midnight, $2 off drinks. BAR-TINI ULTRA LOUNGE 642 Tenth Ave (btwn 45th/46th Sts), 917-3882897— The far west side of Hell’s Kitchen gets its own gay watering hole with this chichi martini lounge. 4pm–4am daily. Free (HAPPY HOUR) Half-priced drinks 4pm–8pm. (FRI) Flirt Fridays w/DJ Steven Paul. 10pm (SAT) Squirt. DJ Danni Echi. 10pm (SUN) Rotating shows. $5 drink specials. 10pm. (MON) Paige Turner Show. Drag show w/special guests, giveaways, $5 drink specials and DJ TK .10:30pm. (TUE) Tune In Tuesdays w/host Emily McNamara, guest singers and DJ Ted Arenas. 10:30pm (THU) The Shequida Show. Drag show w/guests, giveaways and DJ TK. 11pm. POSH 405 W 51st St (Ninth Ave), 212-

957-2222, poshbarnyc.com— Popular neighborhood hang keeps it simple with cheap booze, smoking patio, friendly staff and cute boys. 4pm–4am daily. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) Half-price drinks 4pm– 8pm daily (FRI) TGI Fridays w/DJ Charles taking requests. 9pm. (SAT) DJ Claymation. 9pm. (SUN) Tea Dance Remix with DJ Scotty Rox at 4pm. Midnight Pizza Party with Mimi Imfurst, free pizza and guests. 11:30pm; free. (MON) Bingo Bake w/Ginger Snap and DJ Claymation. $3 draft-beer blast. 9:30pm. (TUE) Rock Star Karaoke w/live band backup and $5 well martinis. DJ Stacy. 10:30pm–12:30am. (WED) Tacky Trivia. Alfie hosts, with a $50 bar tab for the winner and $25 tab for runners-up. Free sliders at midnight. 9pm–11pm; free.

THE RITZ 369 W 46th St (Ninth Ave), 212-333-4177— Hell’s Kitchen ’mos put on the ritz seven days a week with three floors of sleek nautical-inspired lounge action. 4pm–4am daily. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) Half-priced drinks 4pm– 8pm. (FRI) Flex by Chris Ryan with host Ryan Christian and DJ Xavier (dance, pop). 10pm. (SAT) DJs JonJon Battles and Xavier w/host Erickatoure Aviance. 10pm. (SUN) Confession. Dallas DuBois w/DJ Robert Maril. 3pm–9pm. (MON) Bianca del Rio and DJ Xavier. 10pm. (TUE) The Blonde Leading the Blonde. Sherry Vine and Epiphany perform. 10pm (WED) Rewind by Chris Ryan. $4 Sex On the Beach and vodka cranberry. Shaka-Convict and DJ Vito Fun (’80s, ’90s). 10pm. THERAPY 348 W 52nd St (Eighth/Ninth), 212-397-1700, therapy-nyc.com— Take two designer levels of young midtown professionals and call them in the morning. 5pm–4am daily. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) 5pm-8pm, 2-for-1 wells and drafts. (FRI) Fraternize w/DJ David Serrano. $7 vodka and Red Bull. 9pm, free. (SUN) Electroshock Therapy Comedy Hour with Brad Loekle. $6 cosmos. 10pm. (MON) Psycho Babble. Eve Starr and Mimi Furst drag show w/DJ Scott Jones. 11pm. (WED) Cattle Call $150 talent contest with Peppermint. $6 Stoli. 11pm. VLADA 331 W 51st St (Eighth/ Ninth), 212-974-8030, vladabar.com— Two floors of sleek sophistication and New York’s only ice bar. 4pm–4am daily. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) 4pm–8pm Mon–Fri, halfpriced drinks. 1am–2am drink specials. (FRI) Vicious w/DJ Pony and Logan Hardcore. 15-minute open bar at midnight and 2pm; 10pm. (SAT) DJ Kindbud. 10pm; free. (SUN) Jazz Sundays. Live music and BBQ. (7pm–11pm). $3 vodka (11pm–2am). (MON) The Pixie Show. Upstairs at 9pm (WED) Vivacious w/DJ Uri Dalal (THU) Poz. Party for HIV+ and friends upstairs. $6 infused-vodka drinks (8pm–midnight). Suck My Discoteque w/DJ Steven Paul (10pm). The Bianca Del Rio Show (midnight).

Clubs>>> ESCUELITA 301 W 39th St (Eighth Ave), 212-631-0558, enyclub.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Papis show their oro at this legendary Latino hang. (FRI) The HerShe World w/DJs Ray Lorezo, Mary Mac and Oscar Perez. $5 drink special. 10pm; free before 11pm; cover varies. (SAT) Discotekka w/DJs Ray Lorenzo (hiphop, salsa, merengue), Dynasty, Oscar Perez and Mary Mac. 2-for-1 drink specials. 10pm; cover varies. (SUN) Tea Dance w/Harmonica Sunbeam and Sugga Pie Koko. $1 drinks till 9pm. 8pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;midnight; cover varies. (SUN) Diva Search w/Princess Janae and DJ Relentless. 1amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am; cover varies.

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drinks.9pm; free. (TUE) Paige Turnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Playhouse. $6 Bacardi mojitos. 9pm (THU) Meaner, Harder, Leather. Go-Go Harder, Misty Meaner and Stormy Leather host burlesque and drag. 11pm; free.

EVOLVE 221 E 58th St (Second/Third Aves), 212-355-3395, evolvebarandloungenyc.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; This Midtown homo haunt has evolved into a sophisticated lounge. (HAPPY HOUR) $5 well and, beers, $6 wines, $7 margaritas and cosmos. Sunâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Wed 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;8pm, Thu 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;midnight, Fri and Sat 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;10pm. (FRI) Dallas Does Drinking w/DJ Paul Leasure and Dallas Dubois. Pop and Broadway classics. 11pm. (WED) Drink and Think Trivia. Get the answer right and win a shot. Hosted by Patrick. 10:30pm. LIPS 227 E 56th St (btwn Second/Third Ave), 212-675-7710, lipsnyc.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Bingo, bachelorette parties and brunch with drag queens. Shows at 7pm nightly. Sunâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Thu 5:30pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;1pm, Friâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Sat 5:30pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;1:30am. THE TOWNHOUSE 236 E 58th St (Second/Third Aves), 212-754-4649, townhouseny.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Old and new love mingle as the piano player plays. 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am daily. (HAPPY HOUR) 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;8pm daily, $1 off drinks. UNCLE CHARLIEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S 139 E 45th St (Third/Lexington Aves), 212-661-9097, unclecharliesnyc.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; This inviting piano bar attracts songbirds young and old with an open mic every day from 9pm, Open Monâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Sat 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am, Sat 3pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 well cocktails; 4pm-8pm weekdays VIG 27 119 E 27th St (Park/Lexington Aves, 212-686-5500, vig27.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Murray Hillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first gay watering hole makes a rainbow connection. Free Monâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Wed 5pm-2am; Thu, Fri 5pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am; Sat 6pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am; Sun 5pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;2am. (HAPPY HOUR) 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;8pm daily, $7 Absolut cocktails and $6 well and wine; $4 Vig 27 Ale. (FRI) Meat. DJs Brenda Black and Mel. Allnight Happy Hour (SAT) Saturn and Skyy. DJ Peter Pony. $6 Skyy drinks and late-night Skyy open bar. (SUN) Live. Live music and half-price cocktails. 8pm (MON) Sherrylicious. Sherry Vine sings Broadway and torch tunes. $6 Voli vodka

HOMBRES LOUNGE 85-28 37th Ave (85th/86th Sts), Jackson Heights, 718-9300866. Latin queens in Queens have a new bar to call home. Jackson Heights 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am daily. 7 to 90th St/Elmhurst Ave

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LOS RECUERDOS BAR 79-15 Roosevelt Ave, Jackson Heights (80th/79th Sts), 718-672-7505â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Laid-back gay hang with Latin crowd. 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am. Free. 7 to 82nd Stâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Jackson Hts (FRI) Sanctuary with Laritza Dumont and DJ Z. $3 vodka cocktails till midnight. $5 Long Island iced teas. 10pm.

Clubs>>> THE WEB 40 E 58th St (Park/Madison), 212-308-1546, thewebnewyork.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; This niche club draws Gaysians and their admirers. (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 drinks 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;9pm Monâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fri.

UPPER EAST SIDE

Bars>>> Bars>>>

SKYLINE CAFĂ&#x2030; 3845 206th St (10th Ave), Bronx, 212-304-0068â&#x20AC;&#x201D; (TUE) Fabuloso Airways. Polaris Bomb and DJ JeNRG. Latin party w/goâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;gos. 10pm; free before 11pm/$5.

TOOL BOX 1742 Second Ave (90th/91st Sts), 212-348-1288, thetoolboxnyc.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Video killed the radio star at this UES video bar where handy men still revel in a cruisey victory parade. 8pm-4am daily. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) 8pm-10pm daily, $2 off

UPPER WEST SIDE

Bars>> CANDLE BAR 309 Amsterdam Ave (74th/75th), 212-874-9155â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The legend ignited long ago at this nabe haunt. Free. 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am Mon-Fri, 3pm-4am Sat and Sun. (HAPPY HOUR) 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;9pm Monâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fri and Satâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Sun 3pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;9pm, $1 off beers and varied drink specials SUITE 992 Amsterdam Ave (109th), 212-222-4600, suitenyc.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; This cozy bar percolates with â&#x20AC;&#x2122;tude-free Columbia boys. 5pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am daily. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) 5pm-8pm everyday

HARLEM/ WASH HEIGHTS

Bars>>> EXCELSIOR 390 Fifth Ave (Sixth/Seventh), Park Slope, excelsiorbrooklyn.com, 718-832-1599â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A garden patio and rockinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; jukebox make this a popular spot. Monâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fri 6pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am, Satâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Sun 2pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am. or to Ninth St and Fourth Ave (HAPPY HOUR) $2 Yuenglings and $1 off cocktails. Monâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fri 6pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;8pm; Sat, Sun 2pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;7pm. CLUB LANGSTON 1073 Atlantic Ave (Franklin/Classon Aves), Bedford-Stuyvesant, 718-622-5183, clublangston.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Longstanding neighborhood gay pub serving drinks and drag. to Classon Ave. METROPOLITAN 559 Lorimer St (Metropolitan/Devoe), Williamsburg, 718-5994444, myspace.com/metropolitan11211â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Alty music lovers and hip smokers argue on the patio over who loves this bar more. 3pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4am daily. Free. or to Metropolitan Aveâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Lorimer St (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 domestic beers and well drinks. 3pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;8pm STARLITE LOUNGE 1086 Bergen St (Nostrand) 718-771-3340, starlitelounge.piczo.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; New York Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest black-owned gay bar. 2pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;2am daily. A to Nostrand Ave (HAPPY HOUR) 2pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;9pm daily

MIX CAFE AND LOUNGE 40-17 30th Avenue (41st St), Astoria, 347-6424840â&#x20AC;&#x201D;A full restaurant by day, Astoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest queer cocktail lounge blends Eastern touches with South American flavors at night. N, W to 30th Ave (HAPPY HOUR) Daily 6pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;9pm. (SUN) Sunday Brunch. Live improv w/Sunday Morning Mimosa. 9pm; free. (THU) Bingo w/Sunday Morning Mimosa. 9pm; free THE MUSIC BOX 40-08 74th St (@ Broadway), Elmhurst, 718-424-8312â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A neighborhood Latin bar great for finding fun and new friends. No cover. E to Roosevelt Aveâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Jackson Heights (HAPPY HOUR) 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;9pm SCAPE 81-09 Northern Blvd (81st/82nd Sts), Jackson Heights, 718-807-7890. 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am daily. 7 to 82nd Stâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Jackson Heights. (SAT) Rumba! JLozano presents DJ Juarez, with live show at midnight.

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SUGARLAND 221 N Ninth St (Driggs/Roebling), 718-599-4044, myspace.com/sugarlandbklynâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; On a desolate Wâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;burg avenue, this hip bar dazzles with awesome performances and dirty dancing. to Bedford Ave

CLUB ATLANTIS 76-19 Roosevelt Ave (77th), Jackson Heights, clubatlantisnyc.com, 718-457-3939 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Upscale mega Latin club packed with Queensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hottest queens. Open 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am. 7, E, , or to 74th Stâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Roosevelt Ave. (HAPPY HOUR) Daily 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;9pm

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Bars>>> NO PARKING 4168 Broadway (176th/177th), 212-923-8700â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Waaay uptown â&#x20AC;&#x2122;mos cruise at this chic lounge. Sunâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Thu 5pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;3am and Frisâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Sats 5pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am. Free. (HAPPY HOUR) 2-for-1 drinks 6pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10pm

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Bars>>> MI GENTE CAFE 1306 Unionport Rd (Westchester), 718-822-9274, migentecafe.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; 6 to Castle Hill Ave (TUE) Tipsy Tuesdays. DJs Manny Styles and Dynasty (R&B, house, Latin) w/Lady Jasmin and go-go boys and girls. All drinks $5 till midnight. 10pm; free. 18+

Bars>>> ALBATROSS 36-19 24th Ave (37th St), Astoria, 718-204-9045, albatrossbar.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; This bird flies with drink specials and live entertainment. 5pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am daily. Free. N to Astoria Blvd (HAPPY HOUR) Sun, Tueâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Thu 6pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;9pm

HUDSON

Bars>>>

BUM BUM BAR 63-14 Roosevelt Ave (63rd/64th), Woodside, Queens, 718-6514145â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Queer Latino speakeasy with a fiery dance floor. Fri and Sat only. 7 to 61st St

THE CAGE, 32 Newark St (River St), Hoboken, NJ, thecagehoboken.com, 201216-1766, thecagehoboken.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; A few blocks from the Path and the hot yuppies that walk down Washington Ave. Sunâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Thu 5pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;2am, Friâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Sat 5pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;3am. Free. ath to Hoboken (HAPPY HOUR) $2 wells and domestics, $4 Martinis & Cosmos 5pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;9pm.

FRIENDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TAVERN 78-11 Roosevelt Ave (78th/79th), Jackson Heights, 718-3977256â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A hot Latin jukebox and hotter bartenders. 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4am daily. 7 to 82nd St (HAPPY HOUR) Half-priced wells and domestic beers 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;9pm, Sunâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fri.

STAR BAR 34 Wayne St (Grove St), Jersey City, 201-367-1222, gostarbar.comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Friendly bar quenches gay thirsts with stiff drinks and nightly entertainment. ath to Grove St (SUN) Bruiser. Bear night w/free popcorn, trivia, Wii. $2 beers. 4pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;9pm; free.

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DEAD, AND LOVING IT Robert Duvall and Bill Murray in Get Low

reel loVe GET LOW Time Investment: 100 min. Return on Investment: 80 min. he premise of Get Low—a man throws his own funeral party—suggests a quirky “based on a true story” comedy. Instead, Aaron Schneider’s film is decidedly serious, with Robert Duvall in an impressive (Oscar-worthy?) turn as eccentric loner Felix “Bush” Breazeale. The film’s striking opening shot, a house in flames in the dark of night, immediately establishes the tone. David Boyd’s hauntingly beautiful cinematography and authentic Southern locations establish a strong sense of place as we are introduced to Felix and the 1930s Tennessee townsfolk who fear and shun him. After the hermit confounds the local preacher with his request, an undertaker’s protégé brings the idea to his boss, savvy salesman Frank Quinn (Bill Murray, always a pleasure). Soon, Quinn and Buddy (nicely played by Lucas Black) are putting together the service. When Mattie Darrow (Sissy Spacek), who has a mysterious connection to Felix’s past, enters the fray, he begins to open up to those around him. Handsomely produced and well acted across the board, Get Low is a strong piece with only occasional missteps into heavy-handedness. The main draw here is Duvall, who gives an involving, lived-in performance befitting his legendary status. There’s an awful lot riding on the third-act speech he gives at the party, which finally reveals his true demons. That the moment of catharsis underwhelms would seem to be the screenwriters’ fault, not Duvall’s. Get Low is a passionate and unusual film, but it’s the star who renders it memorable. —Justin Lockwood

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THE EXTRA MAN Time Investment: 108 min. Return on Investment: 93 min. eading Jonathan Ames’ 1999 novel, The Extra Man, the quirky characters and New York setting make it an obvious choice for transferring to the silver screen. Fortunately directors Shari Springer Berman and Robert Pulcini have delivered a cinematic version of The Extra Man (Magnolia Pictures) that possibly improves on Ames’ outstanding book. At the outset, Louis Ives (Paul Dano) has been let go from his job at a cushy private school—the consequence of nearcrippling awkwardness and a tendency to cross-dress. Making lemonade out of lemons, Ives ventures to Manhattan and rents a room from the eccentric Henry Harrison (a divine Kevin Kline). As Ives attempts to decipher his transvestite

FINE AND DANDY Kevin Kline in The Extra Man

interests, he also tries to get closer to Harrison, a bachelor living off the largess of wealthy Manhattan widows as a walker. Harrison takes Ives under his wing, introducing him to his lady friends and the finer points of being “an extra man.” (The term comes from the ability to even out an odd-numbered social occasion.) Dano conveys the right amount of naïveté for Ives, but this is Kline’s vehicle. Harrison is at times delightful, delusional, selfish and hilarious, and Kline masters him at every turn. Playing Mary, a sweet if overly P.C. colleague at the magazine Louis works for, Katie Holmes is, dare I say, charming. Also great is John C. Reilly as Gershon, Harrison’s downstairs neighbor who looks like Hagrid and sounds like Tiny Tim. These are the off-kilter characters we all moved to New York to meet. —Dan Avery

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Michael Lynch

CURTAIN UP WITH GLEE

THE GAY IVY LIVIN’ ON THE REAL BY DAVID HURST fter an unaccountable rave review for John Gregor’s With Glee in the New York Times, the press descended on this whimsical production and we scratched our collective heads in befuddled amazement. First seen at the 2007 New York Musical Festival (NYMF) and well-directed here by Igor Goldin (late of the Yank! team), With Glee, I’m sorry to report, is a dreary, derivative, cloying, unfocused and underwritten waste of time. The five actors (Zach Bandler, Christopher Davis Carlisle, Jason Edward Cook, Dan Lawler and Max Spitulnik) who play thirteen-year-olds sent away to reform school, are fine—as are the two character actors (Greg Horton and Erin Jerozal) who play all the adult men and women in their lives, though Horton chews the scenery a bit as the 90-minute show progresses. But devoid of plot, dramatic build and any basis in reality, With Glee is a grim 90 minutes of relentless disappointment. Dixon Place’s 19th Annual Hot! Festival (HotFestival.org) has offerings for queer people everywhere. I recently saw The Gay Ivy, a pseudo-documentary piece about the fallout from a 2009 Yale Alumni Magazine issue that highlighted the gay and lesbian presence at Yale, past and present, through a series of songs, monologues and readings from the actual letters alumni sent in response to the controversial issue. Well put together with a superb cast that includes original conceivers Thomas Dolan and Megan Stern along with Tim Eliot, Emily Jenda, Kobi Libii and pianist Jonathan Breit, The Gay Ivy is off to a good start but still needs shaping, perspective and more tension to be truly effective. Its songs, by a collective of composers, are especially strong and it will be interesting to see how The Gay Ivy continues to find its voice. Already in full voice is the diva performer, Michael Lynch, who wowed his audience with his autobiographical cabaret show, Livin’ on the Real. A series of reminiscences told with a

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background of funk, R&B, disco, gospel and soul—all courtesy of the talented (and adorable!) Steve Kaufman—Lynch rocked the house with his ferocious, take-no-prisoners approach to survival in the rough-and-tumble world of growing up a gay African-American child in the South and in the Bronx in the ’60s and ’70s. True, Lynch needs to edit and streamline his stories to make them cleaner and more effective, and he also needs to give more attention to his diction as his words fly fast and furious. But overall, Livin’ on the Real is an entertaining and moving testament to a life fought for, lived and loved. And that’s a message more of us need to take to heart. N With Glee plays through August 1 at Kirk (410 W 42nd St, 212-2794200). Dixon Place Hot! Festival plays through August 7 at Dixon Place (161A Chrystie St, 212-219-0736).

theater listings ON STAGE ABRAHAM LINCOLN’S BIG GAY DANCE PARTY The Acorn, 410 W 42nd St (btwn Ninth/Dyer Aves), 212-714-2442, abeparty.com— A 4th-grade Christmas pageant in rural Illinois becomes a poltical firestorm when President Lincoln’s sexuality is questioned. From July 27: Tues at 7pm, Wed–Fri at 8pm, Sat at 2pm and 8pm, and Sun at 3pm. $51.25. FUERZABRUTA Daryl Roth Theater, 101 E 15th St (Union Square E/Irving Pl), 212-239-6200, fuerzabruta.net— The creators behind De La Guarda return with an evening of wet and shirtless men (and women) running, pounding and splashing above the audience’s heads. Weds–Fris at 8pm, Sats at 8pm and 10pm, Suns at 7pm. $45–$75. THE HOT! FESTIVAL Dixon Place, 161 A Chrystie St (Delancey/Rivington Sts) 212-219-0736; hotfestival.org— Dixon Place presents its annual queer-theater festival including works by Dan Fishback, Scotty Heron, the World Famous *Bob*, Gio Black Peter and others. Through Aug 7; Visit website for times and ticket prices. MY BIG GAY ITALIAN WEDDING St. Luke’s Theatre, 308 W 46th St (Eighth/Ninth Aves), 212-239-6200, biggayitalianwedding.com— The impending nuptials of a gay couple (Reichen Lehmkuhl and playwright Anthony Wilkinson) are threatened by an overbearing mother, a jealous ex, a crazy wedding planner and other obstacles. Weds–Sats at 8pm through Sept 4. $29.50–$66.50. A NIGHT IN VEGAS The Bleecker Street Theatre, 45 Bleecker St (Mott/Mulberry Sts), 212-260-8250, anightinvegasoffbroadway.com— Six vignettes set in a Sin City gay hotel in Sin City touch on everything from hustlers to LGBT marriage. Thu–Sat at 10:30pm through Aug 28; $35–$50. PUPPETRY OF THE PENIS Bleecker Street Theatre, 45 Bleecker St (Lafayette St), 212-239-6200, puppetryofthepenis.com— This balls-out performance piece is more humorous than erotic, with the guys turning their man-taffy into a baby bird, the Eiffel tower, a wristwatch and other amazing creations. Tue–Sat at 8pm; $49.50–$79.50.

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cola’s 148 Eighth Ave (btwn 17th/18th Sts)

212-633-8020

BY PETER SHERWOOD f for some peculiar reason you haven’t actually been to Cola’s, it’s probably fair to assume that you’ve at least walked by the Chelsea mainstay many times. But most are aware that the little Italian eatery has been a neighborhood staple for years, offering a vibrant menu inspired by owner Nicola Accardi’s recent travels to Puglia, Sardinia, Sicily and Rome. We sipped lightly fizzy glasses of Astoria Prosecco ($9/glass; $36/bottle) that were on the drier side and nibbled on bread and herbed ricotta while mulling over the ecclectic menu. Grilled Baby Portuguese Octopus ($10.95) was a fine start, well cooked with plenty of garlic, delicious roasted potatoes (in olive oil—no butter is used here) and some arugula for greens. Apart from the alwayspesky little bones, Grilled Sardines ($9.75) were quite tasty with a beautiful greenish-gold iridescence topped by a huge, handsomely grilled jalapeño pepper. All of the pastas were tempting, such as the Pappardelle Wild Mushroom Veal Ragu ($13.95), the Rigatoni Pollo Pazzo ($11.95) that we spied at a neighboring table, and of course the Lasagna Classica ($11.95), but having just left the oppressive heat outside, we felt we should curb our carb loading. The Gnocchi di Casa Gorgonzola Dolce ($11.95) entrée was a good solution—the gnocchi weren’t too dense, nor was the sauce too rich; it was great to slather around in the hearty orbs. Wild Boar Meatballs ($7.95) with pine nuts were roughly formed (just like Mama would make!) and covered in a home-style Sunday sauce, which was stunning both in taste and hue. Veal Prosciutto e Piselli ($17.95) was a delectable dish indeed, with thinly sliced fresh mozzarella evenly sandwiched between excellent, tender veal and tangy prosciutto. From the list of homemade desserts, we wavered between the Lemon Ricotta Cheese Cake ($5.75) and the Tiramisu ($5.75) but went instead for the Chocolate Mousse & Berries ($5.75), a delightfully aromatic confection full of dark chocolate flavor balanced by a considerable dollop of whipped cream. So pop in and see what’s cookin’ at Cola’s! N

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gaY taKeaWaY NEXT MAGAZINE’S CELEBS OF NEW YORK REVEAL THEIR FAVORITE TAKE-OUT JOINTS.

NICK ACCARDI

ick Accardi has been an proud Chelsea business owner since 1988, first opening Italian eatery Cola’s Restaurant in Chelsea before delivering a much-needed breath of fresh air to ’mo central with the neighboring Viceroy. Accardi trained for many years in Italy studying various regional styles of cooking, and his passion for food has led him to eat his way all through Manhattan. So what cuisine quells Accardi’s cravings? “In this culture of carb-and-calorie counting, I insist that the best comfort food is still pizza and we’re not talking runof-the-mill pizza; it must be the best. I have relied on Rocco’s Pizza (162 Seventh Ave, 212-633-9555) for over 12 years— and not just because I own the joint. It’s managed and run by real Italians, and I always can rely on Pasquale (from Naples!) to help me custom order my pizzas. Grandma Pizza ($17), Fresh Mozzarella Pizza ($14.75) and Chicken Breast Parmigiana ($8.50) are favorites and the Lasagna ($7.50) is my grandmother’s recipe. Rocco’s imported tomatoes and fresh basil and top-quality mozzarella have always satisfied my special urges. Plus, they cater, so your group can satisfy those special cravings together.” N

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CHELSEA SQUARE 368 W 23rd St (8th/9th Ave), 212-691-5400— Reliable comfort food that hasn’t changed with culinary trends. ($$, American)

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THE COLLECTIVE 1 Little West 12th St at Ninth Ave, 212-255-9717, collectivecafe.com— Here, The Collective refers to the eclectic decor, the variety of food and the successful team behind it all. ($$$, international)

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EL COCOTERO 228 W 18th St (7th/8th Aves), 212-206-8930, cocoterorestaurant.com— Wolf down arepas that taste like they came from the streets of Caracas. ($$$; Venezuelan)

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LUKE’S LOBSTER 93 E Seventh St (First Ave/Ave A), 212-387-8487, lukeslobster.com— Lobster roll, crab claws and other New England favorites nestled in a czy little shack. ($$, Seafood) THE PARLOUR 247 W 30th St (btwn Seventh/Eighth Aves), 212-580-8923, theparlour.com— This noveau Irish gastropub offers far more than fish and chips (but they have that too!) ($$$, Irish/Continental) ORA LELLA 300 Spring St (Hudson/Greenwich Sts), 212-366-4749, soralellanyc.com— Ravioli, rigatoni and other authentic Italian fare from chef Mauro Trabalza. ($$$, Italian).

Hell’s Kitchen Tavern Brunch Sat & Sun 11:30am - 4pm Lunch, Dinner & Late Night Menu 765 Ninth Ave. (51/52 Sts.) 212-397-2377 www.stecchinonyc.com

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ACUPUNCTURE Bob Sirianni, M.S., L.Ac. Pain Management, Sports Injuries. 42 E. 21st St. (b/w Bway & Park Ave) 917.679.1793 RootBranchAcupuncture.com

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Robert McVey, LCSW www.RobertMcveytherapy.com 8th Ave @ 26 St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212.330.7114

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DATING SERVICES Peter L. Kingan, Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist Counseling and Psychotherapy-Available Tues/Sun. 330 W. 17th St . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 917.428.2431

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