T B G L A Day In a d i r o l F h t u So
Early Morning
On November 18, 2017 SFGN assigned its photographers to capture one day in the life of South Florida’s LGBT community. We also asked our readers to submit their own photos. Too often in the news we read about the famous, the politicians, or the celebrities. Rarely do we hear about the people that actually make up the LGBT community – from the bartenders, waiters and hairdressers to the retirees and drag queens. That’s why this issue celebrates the lives of the everyday LGBT person. These photos are a
reminder that the LGBT community is numerous and diverse. We like to relax at the beach, walk our dogs, raise funds for charities, bike ride, shop, work, eat and play. These photos show the normality of being LGBT. We are the same. All of us. We do the same thing. We live and enjoy the same lives as our straight counterparts. We all have more in common than we do apart. We are stronger together.
Special Thanks to the Photographers Chuck LaChance
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J.R. Davis
Gonzalo Herrera
Steven Shires
... And readers like you!
Additional photos are available online at SFGN.com/DayGay2017.
12:30 a.m.: Mark, Mokha, Montresse, Cory and Deja in the VIP at Boardwalk in Fort Lauderdale.
1:30 a.m. Door hostess Lady Guy welcoming the guys into the party at The Manor in Wilton Manors.
1:00 a.m.: Victor and Albert checking out from the Ed Lugos Resort in Wilton Manors.
3:00 a.m.: Erika Norell Dazzling the crowd at The Manor.
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Morning
Greet the morning. 8:00 a.m.: Jose Texidor walking Ash in Key West.
7:30 a.m.: Greg Goodman participates in the Turkey Trot 5k in Delray Beach.
8:00 a.m. Dawn Holloway: "Its time to wake up looking at the best thing in the world, my grandson Cameron !!."
8:00 a.m. Rolando Barrero has breakfast with his feathered friend Stanley in West Palm Beach.
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Morning
Rise and grind!
8:00 a.m.: Members of the Java Club Gang, including Rick, Howard, and Dennis, enjoy early morning coffee in Wilton Manors plaza.
7:00 a.m.: Jay and his furry friend out for an early morning walk and coffee in Wilton Manors.
8:00 a.m.: James and Ricky, members of the Java Club gang, enjoy an early morning coffee in Wilton Manors plaza.
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Morning
Make the Most of Today!
9:51 a.m.: Lily Landstrom in Lake Worth during her morning workout on a sunny Saturday morning in South Florida! Jogging laps at Plantation Central Park, followed by weight lifting at LA Fitness on University Drive, Lily is training for the 2018 U.S. Open Taekwondo Championships in Las Vegas, Nevada. 9:00 a.m.: At Fort Lauderdale beach on A1A, Alan Aghazadian and Josh Meneses, shuttling a pup named Stella to their Wilton's Manor Doggie Daycare, Resort & Spa. "The life of dogs owned by our local LGBT's is fur-bulous!"
9:00 a.m.: Sheila and Sara take an early morning walk on Wilton Drive.
9:00 a.m.: Juan of Richard's Hair Salon working the morning shift.
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MORNING
12:00 p.m.: Missy Shires-Garten-Williams watches as all of her daddies head out for the day.
10:10 a.m.: Stephan Laurin takes away some dirty plates at the Floridian on East Las Olas, where he has worked for 17 years. 12:45 p.m.: Mark Silver, jewelry designer, working on custom wedding rings for two gay men getting married next weekend.
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10:30 a.m.: Tiffany Arieagus and Wanda Wednesday at the parliament house in Orlando on a Florida staycation; They both live in Wilton Manors.
On the move.
MORNING
11:00 a.m.: Doctor Myron Davidson and staff serving the LGBT community for over 13 years at the Rowan Tree Medical Center.
10:00 a.m. Mr. David Altermatt enjoys checking out the cars at the Everglades BMW Car Club of America monthly meetup at BMW of Fort Lauderdale.
12:00 p.m.: THE Dairy Queen on Wilton Drive starts my walk on The Drive. Owner Lynn Lawrence is a tad camera shy – so she offered this as an enticement and as gratitude for her devoted guests.
9:30 a.m. – John Fugate in the hospital (don't worry, he's alright).
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NOON
Dream higher than the sky...
1:00 p.m.: Anthony Ruiz of Tate's Comic Shop displays two LBGT characters currently produced by DC comics, Batwoman and Midnighter.
1:47 p.m.: Anthony Robbins is waiting for a bus on Wilton Drive.
1:00 p.m.: Sebastian and Steve are visiting Stephon from Ohio. They are grabbing afternoon drinks at Rosie's.
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Dream deeper than the ocean.
NOON
1:00 p.m.: A very competitive group, Saturday Morning Volleyball meets at Hagen Park.
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1:00 p.m.: Kimbe rly Venom perform s for brunch at The Alibi in Wilton Ma nors.
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Afternoon
Embrace the Wild 1:00 p.m.: Stevan Dyer takes a minute to chat about the newest thrift store, Yellow Brick Road, to land on Wilton Drive. Check with Stevan and his wife for great bargains – and be excited - guitar maintenance will be available as part of this endeavor!
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2:00 p.m. Acolyte Jerry Baker and Deacon (and Vice-Moderator) Tina Cruz share a moment before the Installation Service.
2:00 p.m.: Jim Gigliello at Java Boys with his laptop, "writing my dissertation for my Ph.D. in Gender Diversity Psychology."
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Life by the Beach
Afternoon
2:00 p.m.: One of the exciting and world-class new additions to Wilton Drive, introducing The South Florida Symphony.
2:00 p.m.: Guests about to enter the wondrous world of To The Moon.
2:00 p.m.: Wayne Shannon – a volunteer at Fort Lauderdale’s prestigious Stonewall Museum and Archives.
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AFTERNOON
Life is a garden of wonders. 4:30 p.m.: Wayne H Hemingway ensley looking for a go od book at House Book the Store in Ke y West.
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4:00 p.m. Robert Hadley at Port Everglades
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Forever fabulous! 5:00 p.m.: Chris Dillon and Derek Dodge boating on the Middle River around Wilton Manor.
AFTERNOON
5:31 p.m.: Opi who runs the Texaco with his brother Raj (not pictured) checking to see if everything is stocked for another Saturday night on the Drive.
5:00 p.m.: Peggy Nelson's cat, Zoey watching her while she prepares dinner.
5:15 p.m.: Christina Mendenhall fills her tires with air at a Texaco in Wilton Manors.
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Late Afternoon 6:55 p.m.: Mindy Gang finishes setting up her jewelry during Wilton Manors Art Expo ( Art Walk) at Rumor's Bar and Grill.
6:00 p.m.: David Van Cleaf and his partner Edward Otto Zielke at Bona Italian Restaurant in Wilton Manors, eating their first dinner out as new Wilton Manors residents. "Happy Days!"
6:39 p.m.: Michael, Don and Lita are going for a walk.
6:30 p.m.: Floyd Koch and Sean Devaney during a usual Saturday night out, which starts at Peter Pan Diner for dinner.
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EVENING
7:00 p.m. Daniel Sohn and Mark Glickman at a Friendsgiving celebration in Boynton Beach
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7:00 p.m. Mark Glickman share some laughs with Aydin Koymen.
7:00 p.m. Lynn Patrick, Jason Parsley and Matthew Pascone II celebrating Thanksgiving early
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EVENING 7:07 p.m.: Tiffan y Beasi, a local art Arts village sets up ist who regularly shows work in W ilton Manors and her wares During FAT Wilton Manors Ar t Expo.
7:00 p.m.: Jose Texidor getting ready for a night out on the town in Key West.
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8:10 p.m.: Instrument Dedication Concert at MCC of the Palm Beaches
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Evening
Show your true colors!
9:00 p.m.: Dr. Stephen Fallon addressing everyone at the Latinos Salud Diversisafe event held in the Miami Tower.
8:00 p.m.: Latin models welcoming everyone to Diversisafe in Miami.
Brandi Barton: "I worked all day. I am now sitting at my computer wishing I had a date. It is now 8:05 p.m. I did not take a photo, but instead was looking at my favorite photos from the past; Lost in Transition yet visible by day." 8:00 p.m.: Terry Bradlow, organist at MCC of the Palm Beaches, thanks congregation for generosity in donating for new instruments, at concert at MCC in Palm Beach Gardens.
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Night
Raise a good beer...
10:00 p.m.: Alex, owner of the Hotel Gaythering in Miami Beach, stands with barman Zach.
12:50 a.m.: Sean bartending in Key West.
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12:30 a.m.: Charlotte Shottgun, emcee of the Lip Sync Battle at HG Roosters in West Palm Beach, opens the show.
For all your good friends!
Night
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Midnight
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Thanks for joining us this year for our feature of just a normal day in LGBT life! There is no one experience that defines our daily lives. No one face represents us, and nothing holds us back. This year has certainly seen its hardships for an incredibly diverse community. But these photos are here to remind us that when you face
: t h g i n id
the world one day at a time, there's always bound to be victory. As we look forward to 2018, may we all remember the good times spent together as well as look forward to the many everyday adventures ahead! And always remember we are stronger together. Don't forget to check out the rest online at SFGN.com/DayGay2017.
12:00 a.m.: Tony and Julian having a late night snack in Key West.
12:50 a.m.: Sushi and Gigi having a girls night out.
12:00 a.m.: Barman Yessi serving up the fun at Twist in Miami Beach.
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