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OBAMA May 2, 2012 • Volume 3 • Issue 18

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SAVE DADE HONORS LGBT ADVOCATES

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Fundraiser for GLLN

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Dennis Watkins as Houdini

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Beach Bear Weekend

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Aqua Girl Night of Comedy

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VIEWS OF THE NEWS

By Jason Parsley

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Gay lawyers’ group runs successful Gala

May 2, 2012 • Volume 3 • Issue 18

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he Gay and Lesbian Lawyers Network held their first fundraiser last weekend and more than 150 people attended. They raised almost $5,000, which will be used to benefit The Pride Center in Wilton Manors and the National Center for Lesbian Rights. “The event was sold out, in fact we were oversold and it was a complete success,” said President of GLLN, Lea Krauss. “A number of local judges, elected officials and candidates were in attendance. In addition, Rhode Island Congressman, David Cicilline attended.” Mayor of Wilton Manors, Gary Resnick issued a proclamation that April 29, 2012 be named Lea Paige Krauss Day. Krauss called it “unbelievable honor.” Local broadcaster on Channel 10 Ross Palombo served as the Master of Ceremonies for the evening. “All and all the event exceeded our wildest imagination and the entire GLLN board of directors thanks all of the sponsors, volunteers and attendees for making the event a success,” Krauss said.

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Calvin Klein’s Ex Busted for Cocaine By Jason Parsley

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t’s being reported that Calvin Klein’s exboyfriend Nick Gruber has left town and entered rehab. According to the New York Daily News the word is Klein is paying for Gruber’s stay at an undisclosed rehab in Arizona. This is after Gruber was arrested last week for hiding cocaine in his undies. Gruber split from the 69-year-old fashion mogul in January. According to the Daily News Gruber was about to move to California to pursue a career in reality television but was arrested the day before for punching Calvin Swint, who appears to be an intern for New Jersey Sen. Frank Lautenberg. The police later found a stash of what appeared to be cocaine in Gruber’s underwear. Gruber is a former underwear model, but Gawker, has apparently dug up some dirt linking him to gay porn under the name Aaron Skyline. Klein is no stranger to rehab as he also underwent his own stint in 1988.

Nick Gruber (L) and Calvin Klein (R) Gruber faces 3 criminal charges, which includes assault, resisting arrest and possession of a controlled substance.

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Like HIV, HIV-related excess belly fat is a chronic condition. In clinical studies: • People who used EGRIFTA® continuously for 1 year maintained their results over this time period • People who stopped taking EGRIFTA® after 6 months had their HIV-related excess belly fat come back EGRIFTA® is believed to work with your own body to produce natural growth hormone to reduce your excess belly fat. Indication: EGRIFTA® is a daily injectable prescription medicine to reduce the excess abdominal fat in HIV-infected patients with lipodystrophy. Limitations of use: • The impact and safety of EGRIFTA® on cardiovascular health has not been studied • EGRIFTA® is not indicated for weight-loss management • It’s not known whether taking EGRIFTA® helps improve compliance with antiretroviral medications • EGRIFTA® is not recommended to be used in children Important Risk Information Do not use EGRIFTA® if you: • Have pituitary gland tumor, pituitary gland surgery, or other problems related to your pituitary gland • Have active cancer (either newly diagnosed or recurrent) or are receiving treatment for cancer • Are allergic to tesamorelin or any of the ingredients in EGRIFTA®, including mannitol or sterile water • Are pregnant or become pregnant Before using EGRIFTA,® tell your healthcare provider if you: • Have or have had cancer • Have diabetes • Are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed • Have kidney or liver problems • Have any other medical condition • Take prescription or non-prescription medicines, vitamins, or herbal supplements EGRIFTA® may cause serious side effects, including: • Serious allergic reaction. Stop using EGRIFTA® and get emergency help right away if you have any of the following symptoms: rash over your body, hives, swelling of your face or throat, shortness of breath or trouble breathing, fast heartbeat, feeling of faintness or fainting • Swelling (fluid retention). EGRIFTA® can cause swelling in some parts of your body. Call your healthcare provider if you have an increase in joint pain, or pain or numbness in your hands or wrist (carpal tunnel syndrome) • Increase in glucose (blood sugar) intolerance and diabetes

• Injection-site reactions, such as redness, itching, pain, irritation, bleeding, rash, and swelling. Change (rotate) your injection site to help lower your risk for injection-site reactions The most common side effects of EGRIFTA® include: • joint pain • numbness and pricking • pain in legs and arms • nausea • swelling in your legs • vomiting • muscle soreness • rash • tingling • itching EGRIFTA® will NOT cure HIV or lower your chance of passing HIV to others. You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088. Please see Consumer Brief Summary of EGRIFTA® on following page.

Ask your healthcare provider if EGRIFTA®, the first and only FDA-approved medicine for HIV-related excess belly fat, may be right for you. For more information, visit www.egrifta.com or call the AXIS Center at 1-877-714-AXIS (2947).

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Consumer Brief Summary for EGRIFTA® (tesamorelin for injection) EGRIFTA® (eh-GRIF-tuh) (tesamorelin for injection) for subcutaneous use Read the Patient Information that comes with EGRIFTA® before you start to take it and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This leaflet does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or your treatment. What is EGRIFTA®? • EGRIFTA® is an injectable prescription medicine to reduce the excess in abdominal fat in HIV-infected patients with lipodystrophy. EGRIFTA® contains a growth hormone-releasing factor (GRF) • The impact and safety of EGRIFTA® on cardiovascular health has not been studied • EGRIFTA® is not indicated for weight-loss management • It is not known whether taking EGRIFTA® helps improve compliance with antiretroviral medications • It is not known if EGRIFTA® is safe and effective in children. EGRIFTA® is not recommended to be used in children Who should not use EGRIFTA®? Do not use EGRIFTA® if you: • have pituitary gland tumor, pituitary gland surgery, or other problems related to your pituitary gland • have active cancer (either newly diagnosed or recurrent) or are receiving treatment for cancer • are allergic to tesamorelin or any of the ingredients in EGRIFTA®. See the end of this leaflet for a complete list of ingredients in EGRIFTA® • are pregnant or become pregnant. If you become pregnant, stop using EGRIFTA® and talk with your healthcare provider. See “What should I tell my healthcare provider before using EGRIFTA®?” What should I tell my healthcare provider before using EGRIFTA®? Before using EGRIFTA®, tell your healthcare provider if you: • have or have had cancer • have diabetes • are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if EGRIFTA® passes into your breast milk. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that HIV-infected mothers not breastfeed to avoid the risk of passing HIV infection to your baby. Talk with your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby if you are taking EGRIFTA® • have kidney or liver problems • have any other medical condition Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. EGRIFTA® may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how EGRIFTA® works. Know the medicines you take. Keep a list with you to show your healthcare provider and pharmacist when you get a new medicine. How should I use EGRIFTA®? • Read the detailed “Instructions for Use” that comes with EGRIFTA® before you start using EGRIFTA®. Your healthcare provider will show you how to inject EGRIFTA® • Use EGRIFTA® exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider • Inject EGRIFTA® under the skin (subcutaneously) of your stomach area (abdomen) • Change (rotate) the injection site on your stomach area (abdomen) with each dose. Do not inject EGRIFTA® into scar tissue, bruises, or your navel • Do not share needles or syringes with other people. Sharing of needles can result in the transmission of infectious diseases, such as HIV What are the possible side effects of EGRIFTA®? EGRIFTA® may cause serious side effects including: • Serious allergic reaction. Some people taking EGRIFTA® may have an allergic reaction. Stop using EGRIFTA® and get emergency help right away if you have any of the following symptoms: – a rash over your body – hives – swelling of your face or throat – shortness of breath or trouble breathing – fast heartbeat – feeling of faintness or fainting

• Swelling (fluid retention). EGRIFTA® can cause swelling in some parts of your body. Call your healthcare provider if you have an increase in joint pain, or pain or numbness in your hands or wrist (carpal tunnel syndrome) • Increase in glucose (blood sugar) intolerance and diabetes. Your healthcare provider will measure your blood sugar periodically • Injection-site reactions. Change (rotate) your injection site to help lower your risk for injection-site reactions. Call your healthcare provider for medical advice if you have the following symptoms around the area of the injection site: – bleeding – redness – rash – itching – swelling – pain – irritation The most common side effects of EGRIFTA® include: – joint pain – nausea – pain in legs and arms – vomiting – rash – swelling in your legs – itching – muscle soreness – tingling, numbness, and pricking Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of EGRIFTA®. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist. Call your healthcare provider for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects, contact EMD Serono toll-free at 1-800-283-8088, ext. 5563. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Keep EGRIFTA® and all medicines out of the reach of children. General information about the safe and effective use of EGRIFTA®: Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information leaflet. Do not use EGRIFTA® for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give EGRIFTA® to other people, even if they have the same symptoms you have. It may harm them. Do not share your EGRIFTA® syringe with another person, even if the needle is changed. Do not share your EGRIFTA® needles with another person. This Patient Information leaflet summarizes the most important information about EGRIFTA®. If you would like more information, talk with your healthcare provider. You can ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for information about EGRIFTA® that is written for healthcare professionals. For more information about EGRIFTA®, go to www.EGRIFTA.com or contact the AXIS Center toll-free at 1-877-714-2947. What are the ingredients in EGRIFTA®? Active ingredient: tesamorelin Inactive ingredients: mannitol and Sterile Water for Injection

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ine same-gendered couples’ marriages were blessed in a ceremony at Fort Lauderdale’s All Saints Episcopal Church, 333 Tarpon Drive. In 2009 the Episcopal Church’s General Convention authorized Episcopal Bishops to choose whether to allow the blessing of same-gendered marriages within their Dioceses. The Bishop of Southeast Florida, Leo Frade, petitioned by the Rector of All Saints Episcopal Church, agreed to allow the blessing ceremony to take place. The nine couples, who were legally married in California, Canada, Connecticut, New York and the District of Columbia, have been in committed relationships anywhere from 10 to 43 years. The sanctuary was filled with more than 350 people – parishioners, friends and family of the couples, who celebrated the unions with a specific blessing for each of the couples. “We have walked a very long road to get to this moment,” said the Rev Sherod Mallow, Rector of All Saints. “We have worked and struggled for years to bring us to the place where true diversity and the celebration of the committed relationships of all our parishioners are embraced as part of God’s larger plan for his people. While

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he Metropolitan Community Church of the Palm Beaches held their 11th annual Rainbow Ball April 20. They raised more than $14,000 for the church. About 115 people attended. Besides religious services the church is known for their Bill Meissner Food Pantry and AIDS/HIV Drop-in center. This year’s event was held at the Doubletree Hotel in Palm Beach Gardens and had a Roman holiday theme. Two awards were presented. The Ruby Slipper award was given to AJ Wasson, owner

the celebration service was important and meaningful for the nine couples involved, it was probably even more important for the rest of the congregation to be witnesses to examples of love and life-long commitment.” Unlike many Christian denominations The Episcopal Church, has attempted a “Consecration” model for LGBT parishioners, where their sexual orientation and relationships are embraced and life-long committed relationships are celebrated. “It is a memorable day”, said Lorraine Michels, one of those whose marriage was blessed at the ceremony. Mallow said “we hope this will be the first – and as far as we know, this is the first blessing service to take place in the state of Florida – of many such blessings; as we welcome those in committed relationships to have the support of their church community and the larger church.” The Reverend Sherod Mallow can be contacted at 954-467-6496.Visit AllSaintsfl.org for more information.

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of Roosters in West Palm Beach and their Cherish award was presented to church member Mjay Sanders. The church’s food pantry feeds 2,100 people a month. Their monthly fundraising goal is $1,500. They’ll be holding a concert with the gay men’s chorus of the Palm Beaches,Voices of Pride, Saturday, May 19 and Sunday May 20 to raise money for the pantry. Tickets are $25. Visit MCCPalmBeach.org or VoicesofPride.org for more information.

Housing and Urban Development. The White House Office of Public Engagement in partnership with University of Miami Center on Aging idelines is hosting the event. Sports Bar Participants will receive will celebrate important updates from their sixth anniversenior administration sary with a weekend officials and have the of high spirits, gaiety, opportunity to learn drink specials, fun, about federal governprizes, and music. The ment resources and three-day party takes opportunities through place from Friday, May workshop sessions. 11 to Sunday, May 13. “This is a major To commemorate its thing that needs to be birthday, Sidelines is discussed,” Adrienne offering $6 drink speSideliners Laurie and Jennifer Jaret, Administrative cials and more. Other Director of the Center on Aging. “It’s open highlights include, 2 for $6 on well or call to the public. We want to get people in the drinks; $6 pitchers of draft beer (domestic); community to attend so we hear what’s music by DJ Jared Michaels; and plenty of important to people.” giveaways and special raffles. The White House LGBT Conference on “Even with our country’s recent ecoAging is part of a series of conferences that nomic decline, by any standard, six years is are being held around the country spea long time for a business to sustain success cifically focused on LGBT Americans. The and we are grateful to share this achieveconferences started in February and will ment with our good friends,” said owner of continue through June. OPE will convene Sidelines, Laurie Whittaker. these White House LGBT Conferences to provide grassroots leaders, community orWhite House LGBT ganizers, advocates, students, and interested Conference on citizens an opportunity to hear directly from the Administration on their efforts to Aging in Miami ensure health, well-being, security, justice, he White House LGBT Conferand equality for LGBT Americans. Previence on Aging will be held in Miami ous White House LGBT Conferences have from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, May covered topics including health, housing and 7. The event will feature remarks by Kathy homelessness, safe schools and communiGreenlee, Administrator of the Administraties, HIV/AIDS and families. tion on Community Living, Department of About 200 people are expected to Health and Human Services, and Raphael attend. Bostic, Assistant Secretary for Policy and Visit http://go.usa.gov/mGN to register for Research Development, U.S. Department of

Sidelines to Celebrate 6 Years

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Nine Couples Take Part in Marriage Blessing Ceremony

Rainbow Ball Raises $14,000

Blessed couples of the All Saints Episcopal Church

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HOST HOTEL: HILTON FORT LAUDERDALE AIRPORT

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT

New Divine Mercy By Justin Wyse

re you looking for a new beginning? Have you lost your Faith due to others telling you that you’re not welcome because of who you are? Well God works in mysterious ways and just over 8 years ago he brought Father John Joseph Reid and Father Lawrence Turner to Wilton Manors. The New Divine Mercy Church was established to welcome everyone — gay or straight — to a place for Spiritual healing, meditation and Catholic based services. They began this journey together to bring the word of God to the LGBT community of South Florida. Even though New Divine Mercy is Catholic based in traditions they have no allegiance to either the Roman or Greek Orthodox ministries. Father John Joseph is a firm believer that God loves everyone and creates no mistakes during his creation. This belief allows for a safe environment for the LGBT community to worship. While providing dedicated weekly services to all brothers and sisters in Christ, New Divine Mercy also provides a Spiritual environment for all those in times of need.

Recently the church has been given the opportunity to hold Sunday Mass at Kalas McIntee Center of Wilton Manors. Other services are held on Tuesday & Thursday (Tuesday services: spiritual healing and meditation and Thursday services: geared towards the recovery community or those in need.) Additional services offered: holy unions, baptisms for kids of gay parents and all other traditional services. Sunday: 10:30am I 2505 N. Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors, FL 33305 Tuesday & Thursday: 7:30 I 2749 NE 10th Ave, Wilton Manors, FL 33305 www.newdivinemercy.org or (954) 567-1930 *New Divine Mercy is looking for a Pianist for Sunday Mass.

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT

SunServe Hosts Expert on LGBT Youth Wellness

unServe will for LGBT children welcome and youth. Dr. Caitlin A cornerstone of Ryan to speak at an her work with the open community Family Acceptance forum Sunday at 5 Project is working p.m. focusing on prowith very ethnimoting LGBT youth cally and religiously wellness at the Sundiverse families and shine Cathedral. using a multicultural, Ryan is a clinimulti-ethnic apcal social worker proach that engages who has worked on very diverse families LGBT health and to support their mental health for LGBT children. In more than 35 years. particular, very conShe has done pioservative religious neering LGBT health groups are drawn service developto her work and ment in the 1970s; have invited her to conducted the first train their clergy on major research using her research to define lesbian and non-judgmental health in the 1980s; Dr. Caitlin Ryan approach to help developed early religiously conAIDS services and AIDS policy work in the servative families to support their LGBT 1980s; and has been framing quality care children. for LGBT youth since the early 1990s. In 1999, Ryan started planning the Family Acceptance Project (FAP), the first research, intervention, education and policy initiative on LGBT youth and families. FAP includes the first comprehensive research with LGBT youth and families which shows that families have a compelling impact on their LGBT children’s health, mental health and well-being. Her research shows that family acceptance promotes well-being and protects against risk, while family rejection is related to serious health and mental health concerns in adulthood, including depression, suicidal behavior, substance abuse and risk for HIV. Since 2007, Dr. Ryan and her team have been developing multicultural and multilingual resources and tools – and a new family model of prevention, wellness and care -- to help ethnically and religiously diverse families support their LGBT children, to decrease serious health risks, address bullying and school victimization, prevent homelessness, placement in foster care and juvenile justice and to promote well-being – in the context of their families. Her work is changing the paradigm for how providers and communities work with LGBT children and youth and for how families interact with their LGBT children. The Center for American Progress has said that her work is generating a revolution in public policy

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Local News

SAVE Dade Honors LGBT Advocates Champions of Equality awards ceremony to take place May 11

By Gideon Grudo

Sen. Bill Nelson

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etting an example means doing the right thing — but it sure helps when someone recognizes the effort. That’s exactly what SAVE Dade will be doing at its upcoming Champions of Equality awards ceremony. The night will be devoted to paying homage to people who’ve had a positive effect on the LGBT community in South Florida. On May 11, the public is invited to attend the cocktail reception, silent auction and showcase. The 19-year-old organization, devoted to protecting LGBT people against discrimination, will award a senator and a law firm for their advocacy. The event will also highlight six advocates who will be inducted into SAVE Dade’s Hall of Champions. “We have to reward elected officials just like when we remind our community when somebody acts against the LGBT community, voting against freedoms or against a pro-LGBT initiative,” said CJ Artuno, SAVE Dade’s executive director. “That doesn’t mean that the folks who do good things will always do good things, but we have to recognize them when they do good deeds.” The idea is that other politicians will see that working on behalf of the LGBT community is not a political risk, according to Artuno. This way, SAVE Dade is not only supporting the community but awarding those who do. “I think the event, fundamentally, also serves as a way to highlight what good behavior is like, what types of actions and initiatives that ultimately support the equality movement,” he said. “For us it literally is recognizing our good guys, the folks who are on our side, and in an interesting way shaming those who think that LGBT Americans shouldn’t have equal rights.” The honorees this year are Senator Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) and law firm White and Case. The two are partly responsible for getting rid of the ban on LGBT people serving openly in the military. Otherwise known as Don’t Ask Don’t Tell

(DADT), the ban forbade LGBT service men and women from disclosing their sexual orientation or discussing it while in service. According to SAVE Dade, more than 13,000 service people were discharged for violating this ban. Nelson’s vote against the ban helped end it in December 2010. For-profit law firm White and Case was at the time defending service people pro-bono. The firm’s main client was the Log Cabin Republicans, a national LGBT Republicans grassroots organization. The LCR argued that the government had to defend itself on the ban and why it was of any importance to intrude on and violate the privacy of LGBT service people. The second part of the award ceremony will be inducting six people into SAVE Dade’s Hall of Champions. According to a SAVE Dade spokesperson, this hall was implemented in 2011 as an effort to honor long-term volunteers that have done a lot for Miami Dade. Elizabeth Schwartz is one of the six. She’s been practicing law in South Florida for 15 years, a lot of work benefiting the LGBT

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community. The local and national lecturer has worked pro-bono to end Florida’s ban of LGBT couples adopting children, and serves on several boards in the area, including Miami Beach’s Bar Association, where she’s President-Elect, and the city’s Human Rights Committee. Richard Milstein and Eric Hankin are also being inducted into the hall. The two activists have proven themselves with their work for the LGBT community. From working with AIDS victims and developing the Pride Seder (and its Haggadah) to fighting for the passage of the Human Rights Ordinance and domestic partnership protections, the two have aided South Florida’s LGBT in more ways than can be counted. Next is Joan Schaeffer, the first woman to serve on the board of the Dade Human Rights Foundation. She’s served on several other pro-LGBT boards and played a part in starting Project YES from the YES institute. She’s a founding member of Ru’ach, the LGBT community at Temple Israel, where she’s Vice President for Administration and Vice Chair of the Social Justice Committee. Finally are Mark Steinberg and Dennis Edwards, who met in the 80s while being volunteers for the Health Crisis Network (today’s CARE Resource). While serving on its board, Edwards created the first-ever AIDS Walk Miami, according to SAVE Dade. The two

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Top Left: Elizabeth Schwartz; TopRight: Mark Steinberg and Dennis Edwards; Lower Left: Richard Millstein and Eric Hankin; Lower Right: Joan Schaeffer volunteered for organizations ranging from Pridelines Youth Services to the Human Rights Campaign and National Gay and Lesbian Task Force. The couple, which married in 2009, have been recognized by cities, counties, the state and the nation for their work. The event will also act as a fundraiser for SAVE Dade, which survives from donations and events like this. Cristy McLelland, who was a co-chair of the committee that selected the honorees, said that the organization always looks to improve its ceremonies, which are part of the community SAVE Dade tries to protect. “We’re looking to raise very serious money — this is truly a team effort. Without the community and the things that they do, we wouldn’t get as far as we are,” she said. “People are coming to us and asking us how they can help.” Visit SaveDade.org for more information. If You Go

When: Friday, May 11, 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Where: LMNT 55 NW 36th Street, Miami, FL, 33127

How Much: $95 in-advance (www.savedade.org) $125 at the door

May 2, 2012 • SouthFloridaGayNews.com

Groundbreaking Ruling from EEOC

Jacqui Charvet CoAdministrator of TERI (Transgender Equality Rights Initiatives)

New rule will protect transgender job seekers

ASHINGTON – In what is being called a groundbreaking ruling, the agency that enforces the nation’s job discrimination laws has ruled that transgender people are protected from bias in the workplace. The decision late last week by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) said that a refusal to hire or otherwise discriminate on the basis of gender identity is by definition sex discrimination under federal law. While some federal courts have reached the same conclusion, employment law experts said the EEOC decision is groundbreaking because it sets a national standard that offers employers clear guidance on the issue. “This decision is important because the EEOC is the agency with lead authority to interpret and enforce the nation’s employment rights laws,” said Jennifer Pizer, legal director of the UCLA School of Law’s Williams Institute on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Law and Public Policy. The case involved a California woman who

claimed she was denied a contractor job with the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) after the contractor learned she had undergone a procedure to change her gender to female. Mia Macy, an Army veteran and former police detective, initially applied for the position as a man and was told that she was qualified for the job as a ballistics technician. Then she informed the contractor that she was changing her gender. After that, she was told funding for the job was cut. She later learned someone else was hired for the position. Macy filed a complaint with the ATF, which told her that federal job discrimination laws did not apply to transgender people. The Transgender Law Center, a legal rights advocacy group, took up her case. The ruling does not yet determine that she was discriminated against but that she can bring a charge of discrimination under the law. EEOC spokeswoman Justine Lisser said the unanimous ruling from the five-member agency does not create a new cause of action. It clarifies that charges of gender stereotyping are considered claims of sex discrimination under existing law.

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“The government has finally acknowledged the discrimination that the transgender community has been enduring for years. It gives a transgender person a fighting chance of gainful employment, leading to self sufficiency to support our families, maintain a home, and receive health insurance. While change will not happen overnight, the ruling will enable retribution against employers that continue this practice of exclusion. This ruling will also put teeth into the argument to pass ENDA, the Federal Employment Non-Discrimination Act, protecting all Americans from employment discrimination.”

Until now, Pizer said, it was common for transgender workers to have their complaints rejected by EEOC regional offices and state civil rights agencies due to confusion about the state of the law. “This is a confirmation that the courts are correct, so public and private employers coast to coast now have the benefit of the EEOC making this clear,” she said. Jacqui Charvet, CoAdministrator of TERI (Transgender Equality Rights Initiatives) The government has finally acknowledged the discrimination that the transgender

community has been enduring for years. It gives a transgender person a fighting chance of gainful employment, leading to self sufficiency to support our families, maintain a home, and receive health insurance. While change will not happen overnight, the ruling will enable retribution against employers that continue this practice of exclusion. This ruling will also put teeth into the argument to pass ENDA, the Federal Employment NonDiscrimination Act, protecting all Americans from employment discrimination.

May 2, 2012 • SouthFloridaGayNews.com

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n his how-not-to book Gray & Gay: A Journey Of Self-Acceptance, Fort Lauderdale resident and octogenarian John D. Siegfried, M.D.—with two artificial knees, an artificial hip and a quintuple cardiac bypass—tells an engrossing story of his bad decisions, protracted anxieties and forks in an anguished road that eventually lead to what he claims is personal happiness. The youngest among us will find his coming out story difficult to understand in light of the fact that the Stonewall riots are now 43 years old. The middle-aged among us may be more inclined to allow him his rather apologetic explanations for why and how he negotiated gay sex while being married to a woman, but even his contemporaries may raise an eyebrow when he describes his rationale for staying with his long-time partner, Howard Apperman, who according to Siegfried never wanted sex with him, but began a passionate affair with a close friend of theirs. Siegfried writes, “I realized gradually my sexual fulfillment wasn’t his responsibility; it’s mine.” Really? He adds that he decided to stay with Apperman, recalling that he himself had cheated on his wife three times. That odd equation and some counseling got them into an eighteen-point contract in which both partners are free to get sex on their own. While I might laugh at Siegfried’s convoluted route to this contract, most long term couples I know reach that same understanding, albeit through a variety of methods, and I’ll never turn down a story of a gay man who finally gets the sex and/or love he has been denying himself. The book ends without Siegfried describing his current sex life, but it leads us to believe he’s gettin’ some. I have to admit to reading every page of this memoir even when it became painfully obvious that Siegfried has gone to great lengths to arrange favorable lighting for the facts of his life. Is this a negative criticism of Gray & Gay? No. Not one among us is totally above attempts to justify his extrications from disingenuous situations very much of our own making, and I love a story in which a smart man does stupid things. I’ll hold with Apperman when Siegfried reports his saying, “Mostly, you’ve been a success throughout your life, but in some ways you’ve screwed up.” Read Gray & Gay for its colorful details. Siegfried tells us that on the first night of his

Photo of John Siegfried by Tony Adams honeymoon, while his wife was in the bathroom changing into a white silk night gown, he put on a pair of “silk red-and-blue boxer shorts emblazoned with the University of Pennsylvania emblem.” Again, really? John, are you sure you’re gay? Siegfried writes about his visit to a pastor when contemplating divorcing his wife. The pastor’s advice was in the form of a question. He asks Siegfried which he would prefer, a year in the Caribbean with the wife or a week in DC with the boyfriend. Somehow this question leads Siegfried to justification for his asking for a divorce. It illustrates the theme of this book: How do we look at the half full or empty glasses of our lives and how do we learn to accept what we are and are not given. In addition, Siegfried repeatedly wonders what he might have become if he had been an honest and openly gay man and if the major binary decisions of his life had been the opposite. When asked if he regrets not having become divorced much earlier in life, he responds with an emphatic no, and rationalizes that through the grace of God, the constraints of his marriage kept him from becoming a victim of HIV/AIDS. Again, really? How will acquiring Siegfried’s story benefit you? All profits from its sale will go to the National Stonewall Museum and Archives, 1300 East Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Email grayandgay@comcast net to purchase copies.

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Off the Wall

sexual revolutions, civil rights movements and ever changing cultural norms, from polygamy to common law marriages. What constitutes a marriage is so fluid that many anthropologists do not even use the word, preferring “unions” or “alliances,” said Roger Lancaster, a professor of anthropology and cultural studies at George Mason University in Virginia. “People are inventive and creative about the ways they’ve forged ties to one another.” Today almost 50 percent of traditional marriages end in divorce but somehow it is same sex marriage that is going to destroy the institution itself. Really? Larry King has had 8

The Insanity of Marriage By Pier Angelo

The Rare Reporter

LAPD Moves to Protect Trans Detainees By David Webb

he Los Angeles Police Department will open the first jail facility exclusively housing transgender detainees in May, marking a significant advancement for a group that often suffers violent discrimination and seldom gets relief. LAPD recently announced in a community meeting in Hollywood that it would open the 24-bed facility for both male and female transgender people at the downtown women’s jail, according to a Los Angeles Times Article. Transgender advocates who attended the meeting with police officials in Hollywood praised the initiative, noting that

police officers historically showed little concern for the fate of transgender people who wound up jailed. Previously, transgender people arrested by the police landed in the station closest to where they were detained, which often would be the Hollywood Community Police Station. Transgender women suspects resided with the jails’ male populations, putting them at risk of sexual assault and other violence. The LAPD policy change includes a provision requiring police officers to treat transgender people with respect and courtesy and prohibits physical searches of them designed

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involved. There was no paperwork, no divorce, and — more often than not — no love. If there is a constant in the history of marriage it is that economics have shaped the institution rather than romance or procreation. Marriages of convenience were the norm and they remained so in Western societies well into the 19th century. They are still the rule in parts of central Asia, Africa and the Middle East. The Muslim tradition of a temporary “pleasure” union, which goes back to the days of Muhammad, is still used to legalize sex under Islamic law. Arranged marriages were extremely popular among the Royal Houses of Europe, get your heir to the throne to marry a princess from another country and overnight your kingdom might double up in size. European commoners who couldn’t legalarried & divorced most ly divorce were allowed to sell their wives. Beheaded most spouses Mtimes to the same spouse And when it was not about politics, powdivorces. Kim Kardashian’s marriage cost 10 er or economics, rulers would make up their own laws. King Henry VIII broke away from million dollars and lasted 72 days. Newt GinCatholicism and started his own church so he grich had affairs while his first and second wives were very ill. Kelsey Grammer ended could divorce and marry again — and again. Marriage as it is known today did not ex- his over the phone. Advocates for gay marriage say it’s the ist 2,000 years ago, or 200 years ago for that matter. Rather than “the most fundamen- natural evolution of an institution that’s no tal institution of civilization,” marriage has longer tied exclusively to procreation. Witbeen an extraordinarily fluid institution, in ness Western Europe’s negative birth rate to perennial metamorphosis, constantly adapt- realize that it’s not uncommon for couples to ing to religious, political and economic shifts, regard children as a lifestyle rather than an Galleria Nazionale di Arte Antica, Rome

“Marrying means to halve one’s rights and double one’s duties” – Arthur Schopenhauer. (1788-1860) n calling for a constitutional amendment banning gay marriage, right wing politicians, presidential wannabe’s, Churches and other homophobic interest groups have described heterosexual marriage as “the most fundamental institution of civilization “forged during millennia of human experience.” In their view, placing gay marriage on the same pedestal as heterosexual marriage would destroy the family, it would be equivalent to endorsing homosexuality and make it part of the fabric of society. Alas, for much of its history, the so called “sanctity of marriage” has been a matter of plain economic calculations, and more often than not, a condition to be endured rather than enjoyed. Notions of marriage taken for granted today — its voluntary nature, easy divorce, the legal equality of partners, even the pursuit of happiness — have changed and evolved for centuries. In ancient Greece as in Rome, fathers, like fathers in many other cultures, considered their daughters property and used them as barter for the purpose of cementing economic or political alliances. The Government was out of the picture. A religious institution may or may not have been

to determine their biological sex. Police officers also will be trained to address transgender people by their preferred name and gender. Masen Davis, executive director of the Transgender Law Center, noted after the meeting that the new policy took five years to develop. The process involved numerous meetings, a survey of transgender people regarding their experiences with the LAPD and the preparation of a report recommending policy changes. LAPD Chief Charlie Beck promised disciplinary action would be taken against any police officers who violated the policy. The new policy appears to be a promising first step for the police department of one of the nation’s largest cities, but it fails to address the issue of what happens to transgender suspects who are arraigned in court and transferred for longer stays in the Los Angeles County Jail. That facility remains unaffected by the progressive measure, which places the Los Angeles transgender commu-

imperative. Heterosexual couples now have other methods of procreation at their disposal, a fact that questions whether same sex marriage can be negated due to biology. Also, interracial couples, they point out, couldn’t marry in some states until 1967. Just like gay couples today. As a gay man the choice to marry or not should be made available to me. I do not believe in the institution of marriage per se, but when a political party, a Church made up of a bunch of old men and pedophiles sitting in the Vatican, or my own Government, tell me I am banned from one of their institutions that’s when I want to join it, even though they do not have the power or moral standing to arbitrarily determine what is the union of two souls. And so, because of this, next month my partner and I will have our own “marriage” ceremony. It will not be legally recognized by the State of Florida nor by “this great country of ours” or by a religious denomination, but we will give power of attorneys to one another and we will legally become each other’s health surrogates, in front of our friends and families. No matter what the law says I will not accept to be a second class citizen because of my sexual orientation nor, most certainly, will I ever apologize for the urgings of my heart. “It’s hard to predict where marriage will go in the future,” said Marilyn Yalom, a senior scholar at Stanford University’s Institute for Research on Women & Gender. “The only thing that I can predict is that there will always be something in us that calls for another to complement ourselves, someone to be a soul-mate and to witness our lives”. Even if it is only for 55 hours. Ask Britney Spears, that’s how long the sanctity of her marriage lasted.

nity back in the same predicament – one that transgender communities across the nation face if they get confined to jail. There’s no escaping the reality of jailhouse violence, and it’s a dangerous setting for anyone. The threat is greater for LGBT people, and it is even more dangerous for transgender people who tend to stand out in such a close, basic environment. The Dallas County Jail holds both suspects arrested by police prior to court appearances and people sentenced to jail terms. Others housed there are awaiting transfers to prisons to serve sentences. Dallas County Jail’s policy concerning LGBT people allows inmates to self-identify themselves as gay or transgender and request confinement in a separate tank, but it is optional, according to a spokesperson for Sheriff Lupe Valdez, who reportedly was consulted by Los Angeles police officials about their project. For the complete article, go to: sfgn.com/webb

May 2, 2012 • SouthFloridaGayNews.com

McNaught’s Notes

ple are able to acknowledge their feelings to themselves and to others. I’ve had female crushes. I believe that every man who identifies himself as “gay” has also had a female crush. I never wanted to act on those crushes sexually, but I have been deeply emotionally attracted to women in my By Brian McNaught life. I’m not bisexual in identity or behavior, but I think the labels “gay” and “straight” are crushes depends upon a great many factors, dishonest representations of the human exincluding how often the crushes occur, reli- perience. Everyone is emotionally bisexual. The other night at a dinner party, Ray and gion, politics, culture, and even DNA. Recently, I heard from two men who were I met a former heterosexually-married man dealing with their male crushes. One of who is now in a gay relationship. He has children, like many gay-identhem is married with chiltified men I know. In our dren, and recently checked one-on-one conversation, himself into the hospital I surprised myself by acbecause of suicidal tendenknowledging a long-felt cies. He called to say how observation: Gay-identiterribly upset he is about fied men who have been how his persistent male heterosexually married, and crushes will impact his wife, have raised children, tend children, his work, and his to be more emotionally future happiness. The other mature and responsible man I heard from by e-mail than gay-identified men is a 25-year-old Iranian who who have never been hushas lived in dread of how his bands and fathers. male crushes have threatThat’s not to say that late ened his life. blooming, former straight We’ve made up words to Mike Wallace husbands and fathers, can’t describe ourselves based upon our crushes. If we have only an oc- be annoying and embarrassing in their efcasional same-sex crush, we call ourselves forts to wrap themselves in gay liberation, “heterosexual.” If we have lots of same-sex and make up for lost sexual satisfaction, crushes, we call ourselves “bisexual,” and if by wearing age-inappropriate clothing and almost all of our crushes are for people of the dominating conversations with fifth grade innuendos. But most formerly-married hussame sex, we call ourselves “gay.” Mike Wallace wasn’t gay. His male crush, bands and fathers that I have met seem to or crushes, didn’t preoccupy his life. But, he be less narcissistic, and obsessed with youth was able to talk about them. I’ve found that and beauty, than are gay men who have spent only sexually and emotionally mature peo- their lives self-indulging.

hirty years ago, Mike Wallace told me that he had been attracted to a handsome male co-worker at a broadcast station in Detroit. He speculated that every man had homosexual feelings. Both my father and Ray’s father thought the same thing. We think our dads had male crushes in their lives too. Why else would they make such an observation? In today’s parlance, male-male, non-sexual relations are called “bromances.” This refers to when guys, regardless of their sexual orientations, have intimate relationships with other men. They want to spend their free time with each other. For instance, they might go fishing together every weekend, just not at Brokeback Mountain. But Mike Wallace, the recently-deceased CBS veteran newsman, never courted a close friendship with the handsome man with whom he worked. Yet, he seemed fascinated by the recollections of his feelings, and wanted to share them with me at a conference at which I spoke about gay issues. He wondered what I thought about his belief that every man has such feelings. If it’s true that every male has had, or will have, a male crush in his life, we have to accept that this is true for Pope Benedict XVI, Fred Phelps, Pat Robertson, Chuck Norris, Rick Santorum, George W. Bush, and Mark Wahlberg. How men react to their male

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Mike Wallace Had a Male Crush

A recent study published in The New York Times suggests that our DNA dictates whether we will be Republicans or Democrats, whether we will loathe our fantasies or enjoy them, whether we will keep small groups of loyal friends, or share our love with everyone, whether we will embrace religious dogma, or reject regimented living. Our DNA, then, can impact how we deal with our male crushes. My guess would be that our DNA also impacts how long we live in marriages that betray our feelings, and how long we live in countries that threaten our feelings. Fear is a common denominator in all of our lives. We fear our feelings, the differences we see in others, and the insignificance of our lives. It seems to me that the well-balanced life is one in which we embrace all of our feelings. When we make decisions, they should honestly reflect our awareness of our feelings, the assumption that all other living things share our struggle with fear, and that how we respond to our feelings dictates the happiness we experience in our own lives, and that we create in the lives of others. Men, like Mike Wallace, who have had a male crush, owe it to themselves and to those in their lives not to deny their experiences. Rejecting our feelings by creating religious or political wars against them is dishonest and destructive. Brian McNaught was named “the godfather of gay diversity training” by The New York Times. He works with corporate executives globally, is the author of six books, and is featured in seven educational DVDs. He and his spouse Ray Struble divide their year between Fort Lauderdale and Provincetown. Visit Brian-McNaught.com for more information.

JAN UARY 1

JAN UARY 4

MARCH 1 0

MARCH 3 1

MAY 27 Issued guidance to foster safer working environments for transgender federal employees

J U LY 1 9 Endorsed the Respect for Marriage Act, a legislative effort to repeal the Defense of Marriage Act

Signed the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”

D ECE M B E R 2 2

D ECE M B E R 21 Led a United Nations measure to restore “sexual orientation” to the definition of human rights

J U N E 9 Allowed transgender Americans to receive true gender passports without surgery

AP R I L 1 5 Ensured hospital visitation and medical decision-making rights for gay and lesbian patients

are nobles achievements. Others though seem like a stretch of the imagination and may leave people scratching their heads. Heather Cronk of GetEqual told SFGN her thoughts: “Given that much of this time-

Completed an Institute of Medicine study on LGBT health, the first of its kind

Recorded “It Gets Better” video to support LGBT youth experiencing bullying

OC TO B E R 21

J U N E 2 2 Clarified the Family and Medical Leave Act to ensure family leave for LGBT employees

FE B R UARY 2 3 Declared the Defense of Marriage Act unconstitutional and announced the administration will no longer defend it in court

OC TO B E R 1 Awarded a grant to the Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Community Services Center to work with LGBT foster youth

J U N E 2 2 Released America’s first comprehensive plan to prevent and end homelessness, which includes homeless LGBT youth

MARCH 2 3 Enacted the Affordable Care Act, reforming health care in America by lowering costs, expanding choice, and improving health care quality

OC TO B E R 21

Created a National Resource Center for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Elders

done for LGBT people. Some of items on the list like the repeal of the military’s ban on openly gay people, Don’t Ask Don’t Tell, and signing into law the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act,

Hosted first-ever White House Conference on Bullying Prevention in America’s schools

OC TO B E R 2 8

Signed the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act into law

AU G U ST 12

Awarded the highest civilian honor, the Medal of Freedom, to Billie Jean King and Harvey Milk

Lifted the ban that prohibited people with HIV/AIDS from entering the United States

JUNE 29

Hosted the first-ever White House LGBT Pride reception

he Obama Administration recently released a timeline for the LGBT community called “Progress for the LGBT Community” outlining every wonderful thing they’ve

Banned discrimination in federal workplaces based on gender identity

2010

J U N E 17 Ordered the federal government to extend key benefits to same–sex partners of federal employees

By Jason Parsley

2011

2009

PRESIDENT OBAMA TAKES OFFICE

Obama Administration line consists of broad items like this — February 13: Proposed a 2013 federal budget for an economy built to last, including providing security for the LGBT community — the timeline is a bit disap-

Source: Obama for America

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S E P TE M B E R 1 5

AU G U ST 1 9

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becomes second openly gay appointee to be confirmed to the federal bench under President Obama’s nomination

against North Carolina’s Amendment 1, which would prohibit same-sex marriage in the state

MARCH 1 6 Came out

Fitzgerald, fourth openly gay nominee under President Obama, is confirmed to the federal bench in California

MARCH 1 5 Michael

MARCH Ensured

Proposed a 2013 federal budget for an economy built to last, including providing security for the LGBT community

FE B R UARY 13

On World AIDS Day, recommitted the U.S. to creating an AIDS– free generation

D ECE M B E R 1

transgender veterans receive respectful care according to their true gender through the Veterans Health Administration

access to quality health care by enabling searches for health plans with same-sex partner benefits on Healthcare.gov

FE B R UARY 7 Promoted equal

first-ever U.S. government strategy dedicated to combating human rights abuses against LGBT persons abroad

D ECE M B E R 6 Created

Finally one item on the list only tells part of the story: “February 23: Declared the Defense of Marriage unconstitutional and announced the administration will no longer defend it in court.” The reality is the administration only

White House LGBT Conference Series to address issues affecting LGBT Americans, including health, housing, and safety

FE B R UARY 2 Announced

Announced HUD’s new rule protecting against housing discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity

s Office in Wilton Manor Obama Campaign Opens ton Wil g a field office in The Obama campaign is openin held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. be will g nin Manors. The grand ope h nors OFA-FL Office 612 NE 26t Thursday, May 3 at Wilton Ma rs ano nM ilto oFa.Bo/W Street. RSVP online at http:// JAN UARY 2 8

data on health needs of lesbian and presidential proclamation of bisexual women in the Health Resources National Adoption Month, President and Services Administration’s “Women’s Obama called for equal treatment Health USA 2011” federal report for same-sex adoptive parents

OC TO B E R 3 1 Included specific

Citizens’ Medal to Janice Langbehn, lesbian mother whose story paved the way for hospital visitation rights for same-sex couples

OC TO B E R 1 Addressed the annual Human Rights Campaign dinner for the second time

AU G U ST 1 8 Clarified the meaning of “family” to include LGBT relationships, helping to protect bi-national families threatened by deportation

OC TO B E R 13 Alison Nathan

Permitted military chaplains to officiate same-sex marriages where legal

S E P TE M B E R 30

Supported lesbian widow Edith Windsor in her suit against DOMA

Besides a budget proposal the timeline also includes an “announcement” and the enactment of the Affordable Care Act. The latter looking more like propaganda for Obamacare versus an achievement in LGBT equality.

2012

pointing. If the Obama campaign (since we know this is a campaign statement, not a governance statement) is releasing this kind of timeline with “filler” like proposing a federal budget, then we’re in trouble.”

OC TO B E R 20 Awarded

Implemented the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”

S E P TE M B E R 20

Ended the Social Security Administration’s gender “no–match” letters

Pats Itself on Back declared section 3 of the law unconstitutional and has stated they will continue to enforce it even though they believe it is unconstitutional. Even so Speaker of the House John Boehner stepped in and took over the defense of DOMA.

May 2, 2012 • SouthFloridaGayNews.com

“Death and Harry Houdini”

House Theatre of Chicago

Through May 20 Carnival Studio Theater, Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, Miami. Tickets start at $40 at ArshtCenter.org

‘Houdini’

a Magical Role for Actor

By J.W. Arnold

ennis Watkins was born to play the master illusionist and escape artist Harry Houdini. “I’m lucky in that I’m a third generation magician,” the openly gay Chicago actor explains. “My granddad ran a magic shop for 30 years. I grew up and learned magic from him.” In fact, Watkins’ grandfather met the infamous magician and regaled his grandson with the tale many times as the two attended annual conventions of the Texas Association of Magicians that would draw as many as 1,200 participants for a week of magic shows, lectures and workshops. “I was 8 years old the first time (he took me), and it was like going to Disney World for the first time,” recalls Watkins. “It was awesome.” Years later while a student at Southern Methodist University, his skills would be put to work on stage when Watkins met writer and director Nathan Allen. Along with 10 ensemble members who formed the House Theatre of Chicago, the duo created Death and Harry Houdini.

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Allen had seen Watkins perform magic tricks and had a really strong interest in magic, himself. After reading a book about Houdini, Allen selected the subject of his first play. “It was 2001 and I had just graduated from college. We did the show in a 40-seat, teeny-weeny black box theater on the north side of Chicago. It was really just an ounce of the spectacle,” he says of the play that was resurrected in 2003 with a bigger budget and again this year for the 10th anniversary of the company. Each night, Watkins not only must master his lines, he must also successfully execute the tricks that drew thousands of people to Houdini’s shows, including the infamous water torture cell. Watkins enthusiastically offers, “I never get tired of it. It’s such a fun show to do with all the magic and the richness of Harry’s story and life. I get lifted upside down in a straightjacket, locked in a box, dunked in a tank of water.” Houdini was incredibly driven, smart and determined, says Watkins. At the height of his career (1900-26), few

Dennis Watkins stars as Harry Houdini at the Arsht Center.

performers were doing the intense escape work and “Handcuff Harry” continued to push the envelope, introducing the Chinese water torture cell in 1912. “He was a master of his destiny….a huge megalomanic with worldwide fame and wealth that were unprecedented for the time…and even his relationships were planned and plotted,” says Watkins, noting that Houdini also served as his own publicist, “a great one.” He adds, “I think it’s fun to play a character who is that complex and allowed to be as big and grandiose as he is in our play.” But Watkins also warns audiences that they will not be seeing a biography that traces Houdini’s life, describing the show more as “a sort of ride through the timeline of his life” that is accentuated with song and dance, clever stagecraft and vivid storytelling. The show opened at Miami’s Arsht Center last weekend to critical acclaim and sold out performances, but audiences still have plenty of opportunities to get swept up in the magical story that has mesmerized Watkins since he was a boy.

By Brian Swinford

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Palm Beach County

Theater Broward County

*Clifford the Big Red Dog! In conjunction with the beloved BIG dog’s 50th anniversary in 2012, celebrate the timeless values of Clifford’s BIG Ideas at the Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr. Concert Hall on May 5 at 10 a.m. With memorable songs and choreography – there will be even more of him to love in this new musical. Visit Kravis.org

If you’re ready for an amazing Friday night come to the parker playhouse at 10 p.m. Steve Trash performs World Class Green Illusions. He’s toured all over the planet. His shows are an amazing mix of rockin’ music, amazing green magic tricks, and funny eco-education that will make you laugh until your tummy hurts. Visit BrowardCenter.org

*Gipsy Kings

*Steve Trash

*Florida’s Singing Sons

Florida’s Singing Sons Boychoir presents The Great Outdoors at the parker playhouse Sat. May, 4 at 7:30 p.m. This is going to be a high voltage concert of youth, spirit and fun. All four choirs gather for this moving and exciting finale to their season. With music from across time and styles, the Singing Sons celebrate the world outside with spirit, humor and heart. Visit BrowardCenter.org

*Girl Choir of South Florida

Sun, Moon, Stars is an acoustic exploration of all things celestial, as expressed by the human voice. Selections include, a setting of an ancient medieval chant by Hildegard of Bingen, and selections from hit musicals Hair and Les Miserables. On May 6 at 4 p.m. Visit BrowardCenter.org

Avenue Q

Through May 6 at ALA Studio Theater. Tony Award Winning Avenue Q is a very funny, tune-filled, sometimes racy look at a bunch of young adults and puppets just starting out their lives in the big city, dealing with relationships, coming out, and finding a purpose. Call 800-838-3006 or visit AndrewsLivingArts.com

This world famous musical group is made up of two groups of brothers: Nicolas and Andre Reyes, the sons of renowned flamenco artist Jose Reyes. On may 9 come to the Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr. Concert Hall at 8 p.m. for the sound of South American rhythm married to flamenco guitars. The Gipsy Kings have had a series of international hits, starting with the song “Bamboleo,” but at heart they remain gypsies, the proud descendants of an ancient people who seduced the world with music and dance. Visit Kravis.org

Miami-Dade

*Jorge Villamizar & Friends

The 6-time Grammy winner Jorge Villamizar & Friends has enjoyed success as a solo artist and as the singer, songwriter, guitar player and front man of legendary group, Bacilos. On May 5 they will perform such hits as: “Mi Primer Millon,” Tabaco y Chanel,” “Ninguna,” “Pasos de Gigante,” “Ser Feliz,” and “Caraluna.” Jorge will be joined by artist friends Lena Burke, Pedro Alfonso and others for an all-star performance. Visit Arshtcenter.org

*Lily Tomlin

Join Tony, Emmy and Grammy award-winning actress and comedienne, Lily Tomlin. Tomlin zaps through the channels like a human remote control. Using a fantastic range of voices, gestures and movements, she conjures up the cast of characters with all the apparent ease of a magician pulling a whole menagerie of animals from a single hat. Sunday, May 6, at 7:30 p.m. at The Adrienne Arsht Center in Miami. Visit Arshtcenter.org

*Saturday Nite Alive

The free event will showcase the best of Fort Lauderdale Beach for 11 fun filled Saturday nights: June 2 through August 11 (7 p.m. – 11 p.m.). The entertainment lineup includes more than 20 high-energy entertainment acts i.e. Billy Bones, Taiko Drummers, Swahili, House of Flying Cards, Rafael & Ligia and the Bahamian Junkanoo Revue. Each Saturday night, entertainers will perform on the sidewalks along the west side of AIA on Fort Lauderdale Beach from Hall of Fame Drive to Castillo Street. Visit Wizard-Entertainment.com

*Bullying & Sexual Minority Issues phot by Greg Gorman courtesy of the seattle lesbian

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Best practices to help prevent incidents of school bullying, such as the ones that resulted in LGBTQ suicides. The workshop will include a youth panel discussion about their school experiences on Wed., May 2 at 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at ArtServe. Registration is open to all: teachers, counselors, administrators, school staff, social workers, psychologists, parents, clergy, youth service providers, interested community members. The workshop will offer: free 6 professional development credits for educators. Email Amarylis.Rijos@ browardschools.com or call: 754-321-2568.

Latinos Salud’s programs

Lily Tomlin at the Arsht Center

SunServe Youth Programs

Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival

The Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, screens films and videos in locations throughout Miami-Dade County. The 14th Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival will run through Sunday May 6. Visit MLFF.com

Key West

Red Barn Theatre presents: Match

This Broadway hit stars like the hysterical Tom Luna as Tobi Powell, an eccentric and endearing dancer, choreographer and teacher. A married couple arrives at Powell’s apartment to interview him about his life, but it is soon evident that their agenda is as multi-layered as Tobi’s life story. Call 305-2969911 or Email: info@redbarntheatre.com

Key West Pops presents: Kiss Me Kate

The annual musical-in-concert features Cole Porter’s production starring Susan Powell and Richard White. This classic from the Golden Age of Broadway musicals is pure entertainment gold with hits songs and great dance sequences. The guest artist roster is to reflect the Pops’ usual practice of bringing together out-of-town artists and Key West favorites. Starts at 7:30 p.m. and is at the Tennessee Williams Theatre. Call 305-296-6059 or Email: info@keywestpops.org

Community Calendar Broward County

LGBTQ Inclusive Youth Prom (ages 13-21) Saturday, June 2, from 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. in Fort Lauderdale. A safe place to be yourself and meet new friends. Special guest MCs, DJS and performers. An LGBT phone tree is being put together to call our LGBTQ neighbors in Broward County who may be homebound or would like to touch base with someone every day. There is a three-hour class Saturday, May 19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call Andrew Forester at 954-764-5150. Friday night queer youth. A safe space to be yourself. Ages 13-21 between 6 to 10:30 p.m. Queer Themed Movie showing at 7 p.m. Gender Bender Youth Group for ages 13-21 on Mondays at 7-8:30 p.m. Youth Group for LGBTQ youth and allies 13-21 in Fort Lauderale, Plantation, Coral Springs, Southwest Ranches, Deerfield Beach, and Hollywood. Check website for days and times. Located at 1480 SW 9th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315. Visit www.SunServeYouth.com

Latin Night Bingo

Latin night bingo and dinner fundraiser for Hildana Ciser at the Pride Center in the main hall, building A. The Latin inspired dinner starts at 530pm and bingo starts at 730pm. Dana will be raffling away one of her paintings. Don’t miss out on owning an original Dana work of art. There are sponsorships available for those interested. The will also be an open snack bar for all that attend. Call 954-463-9005

GLBTA Diversity Summit

The Florida Diversity Council is please to be sponsoring its Inaugural GLBTA Diversity Summit on Friday, June 22 at the Pride Center at Equality Park from 1:30 to 5 p.m. Registration for the half day event is $49 and the event will be held at The Pride Center in Wilton Manors, Florida. Visit Glbtsummit.com

Man2Man Discussion Group

Man2Man Discussion Group meets at the Pride Center on Mondays from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Any subject may be discussed. Members regularly reassemble afterwards for ‘repast’ at The Courtyard, PeterPan Diner. Visit Glccsf.org

Meditation After Work

*Queer Youth Nights

LGBTQ & allied youth 13-21 are welcome any time after 6 p.m. at the SunServe building on Wilton Drive for a great place to meet new friends, play board games and a Queer Themed Movie at 7 p.m. Email Afrosch@sunServe.org

*Florida Aids Walk & Music Fest

On Mondays from 6-6:30 p.m. there will be Guided meditation w/ western Buddhist teacher Gui Passow. Looking for a way to rest and re-charge before starting your evening? Come in for a free guided meditation to clear your mind at the end of the day. This class is free at Drolma Buddhist Center. Call 954-537-9191 or visit meditationinfortlauderdale.org

Florida AIDS Walk 2012 is a 5k walk that will take place Sunday, May 20, and will start and end at the beach. This year a food and music festival will take place on the beach after the walk. A whole new event is in store Visit TakeAction.aidshealth.org

Grief Support Group

Temple Beth El of Hollywood

Living Healthy

Temple Beth El of Hollywood invites you to attend an evening supporting youth and adult education and honoring two inspiring women. Enjoy the company of good friends, cocktails, dinning and dancing, featuring the musical stylings of The Debbie Tayler Band. On May 12 at 7:30 p.m. at Temple Beth El In Hollywood. Email robin@aquafoundation.org

Multiple programs and groups for bi/gay Latino guys. Latinos Salud’s SOMOS program is for guys 18 to 30. All proceeds will benefit Latinos Salud in our efforts to educate on HIV Prevention and testing. Every Thursday night at 7 p.m. join the Core Group, and help plan alternative activities. Also offers Popular Opinion Leader group for guys ages 25 to 44 and a Life Coaching program for guys ages 18 to 44. Come by Monday through Friday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. for free one-on-one life coaching with certified CRCS coaches. Located at 2330 Wilton Drive. Call 954-533-8681 or visit Latinossalud.org

Meets every 3rd Tuesday at American Burial & Cremation Center @ Jennings Funeral Home 1801 E. Oakland Park Blvd. from 2-4 pm. Call 954-731-4321. Fusion in Wilton Manors will be having a free workshop on healthy choices, and healthy living on Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This workshop provides interactive learning, practice and mastery techniques for a healthier and more active life, and positive changes for quality of life. Call 954-630-1655

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To Submit Listings Email: Brian at Calendar@sfgn.com Fax: 954-530-7943. Please include a brief description, address, phone number, date, time and cost. Dream Car Classic

SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch

Sex and Love Anonymous

Young Adult GLBT

Every Sunday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pre-1980s classic cars, modern classics and custom cars from 19812012 will be showcased. $10 car registration from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. (Show Car Entrance: 20th Avenue & Tyler Street). People’s Choice Award - 2 Classes; Top Ten Vehicles Award. Call 954-214-2457 S.L.A.A. believes that sex and love addiction is a progressive illness which cannot be cured but which, like many illnesses, can be arrested. It may take several forms -- including, but not limited to, a compulsive need for sex, extreme dependency on one or many people, or a chronic pre-occupation with romance, intrigue, or fantasy. Meets at The Pride Center at Equality Park in Bldg A, Room 200 Fridays 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visit Slaafws.org

Buddhist Meditation Classes: Happiness from a Different Source

All the happiness there is in the world arises from wishing others to be happy. By abandoning self-centered thoughts and replacing them with the belief that others are important, we will overcome our suffering and find true happiness inside our own hearts. $10/class or $30/series includes vegetarian food after class. Call The Drolma Buddhist Center at 954-537-9191.

Intimate Partner Abuse Group

SunServe is offering a new weekly support group for LGBT people that are experiencing abuse in their intimate relationships, or have just left an abusive intimate relationship. Abuse includes: name calling, put downs, slurs, humiliation, isolation, being kept from friends and family, economic deprivation, threats, intimidation, violence, sexual coercion, and sexual violence. Call 954-764-5150 extension 104.

Jim Bobick

Jim Bobick’s first solo art exhibition will be at Gallery 101 in Fort Lauderdale through May 4. Inspired by the work of the color field painters of the 1960’s and armed with a keen interest in the romantic landscape paintings of the 19th century, Jim’s canvases seeks to simplify the patterns of a traditional landscape in a way that transcends the physical and draws us into the spiritual. Call Jim Bobick at 212-463-7047

Beach Walk for Florida AIDS Walk

Sidelines Sports Bar is proud to once again announce its sponsorship of the 2012 Florida AIDS Walk. Team Sidelines, a group of the popular gay sports bar’s patrons, staff, friends, family, sports team members and selected vendors will take to Fort Lauderdale Beach on May 20, to help in the fight to stamp out HIV/AIDS. This will be Sidelines’ fifth year as sponsor and participant in the annual walkathon. Visit SidelinesSports.com

Community-Wide Weight Loss Challenge

This is a community-wide eight-week weight loss program aimed for people ages 15 to 80 to shed excess weight. The “Body Beach Challenge” will take place through June 2. Part of the proceeds will benefit the 2012 Florida AIDS Walk and Music Festival. Prizes will be awarded to the winners. Cost is a $25 registration fee. Participants will receive a body transformation guide with weight loss and healthy living guidelines as well as a spiral bound daily exercise and nutrition guidebook. The individual with the most dramatic improvement will be declared the winner. The grand prize includes a $400 personal training package at Push Fitness. Visit PushFitnessFTL.com.

Life Coaching program

Latinos Salud’s Life Coaching program is for Latino gay/bi guys ages 18-44. Come by Monday through Friday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. for free one-on-one life coaching with certified CRCS coaches. Set your goals, and meet action steps to make them come true. Stop in for more info at 2330 Wilton Drive or call 954-765-6239. Visit Latinossalud.org

A Survivor Support Group

A Survivor Support Group is being held on the first and third Wednesday of each month at the 211 Community Center, 250 NE 33rd Street, in Oakland Park. The Florida Initiative for Suicide Prevention (FISP) is sponsoring this free support group and is open to all family members and friends of those who have died by suicide. Call 954-384-0344 to register. Meets from 7-8:30 p.m. Visit Fisponline.org.

Eating Disorder Support group

Meets Friday evenings from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. At Sun Serve’s Wilton Manors location at 2123 Wilton Drive, second floor. A “drop-in” psycho-educational support group. Free. No registration required. Donations welcome. Call 954-764-5150

First Sunday of every month. An ideal way to relax and enjoy Fort Lauderdale’s scenic Riverwalk. Live, outdoor concert series bringing the area’s best local jazz artists. Listen to the soulful sounds on four different stages. Well-behaved, leashed pets welcome. Plenty of room for chairs, blankets and picnic baskets. A social group open to all LGBT people ages 18-35. Meets Fridays at the Pride Center in Wilton Manors from 7:15-9 p.m. Meeting starts with a discussion on current events followed by introductions and then a group activity. Visit PrideCenterFlorida.org/contact-us

Boardwalk Friday Fest

Come out to Hollywood Beach Theatre East of A1A at Johnson St and the ocean. Admission: Free every Friday of every month. Live jazz, blues, pop and everything in between along Hollywood’s signature 2.5 mile boardwalk. Charming oceanfront cafes and restaurants serve up delicious innovative cuisine while you enjoy the best array of live music and tropical ocean breezes. Visit Hollywoodfl.org or call 954-924-2980

Toastmasters

Most Toastmasters meetings are comprised of about 20 people who meet weekly for an hour or so. Participants practice and learn skills by filling a meeting role, ranging from giving a prepared speech or an impromptu one to serving as timer, evaluator or grammarian. Toastmasters meet at the GLCC/Pride Center Monday at 7:15 p.m. Call Ted Verdone at 954-566-2074 or email: Tedverdone@comcast.net

Safe “T”

Safe “T” is a support group for gender variant adults. Meets Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Sunserve’s Wilton Manors location at 2312 Wilton Drive, second floor. A “drop-in” psycho-educational support group. Free. No registration required. Donations welcome. Call 954-764-5150.

Tuesday Night Eatin Meeting

Tuesday Night Eatin’ Meeting will be held at The Alternative MC Clubhouse at 4322 NE 5th Ave in Oakland Park. Fun, food, and fellowship. There will be hamburgers, hotdogs, all the fixins, cold drinks, desserts, and snacks. Meeting begins at 8 p.m. and ends at 9 p.m. Visit Alternativemc.com/events/ florida-events

Gay Men’s HIV+ Long Time Survivors’ Group

A support group that gives men who have been HIV+ for a long time (5 yrs +) the opportunity to give and receive support around topics of interest and issues for concern that are raised by the members. Meets on 1st and 3rd Thursday at SunServe 2312 Wilton Drive from 6:30 – 8 p.m. No cost. Donations welcome.

Gay Male Empowerment Group

Topic discussions include issues and concerns about being a gay man in South Florida. Meets Thursdays at the Pride Center from 7 - 8:30 p.m. Call 954-353-9155 or email info@ sunserve.org

PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)

Meets on the 2nd and 4th Tues. of the month at the Sunshine Cathedral at 1480 SW 9th Avenue to support the parents of LGBTQ youth in Broward. No charge. Visit Community.pflag. org/pflagfortlauderdale

SunServe Therapy Groups

Provided for the LGBT community at SunServe on a regular basis. Groups require an intake interview. Call the Intake Coordinator at 954-764-5150 to learn which therapy groups have openings. Visit SunServe.org

Fusion Wilton Manors - Connections

Gay men’s group discussion. Different subject every week. Dr. David Fawcett, a gay therapist, who has been in private practice in Fort Lauderdale for the last ten years, leads the event. No charge. Starts at 7 p.m. Call 954-630-1655.

Women4Women Support Group

A safe and loving place to explore all the concerns and topics raised by group members. This open drop-in meeting is held Wednesdays at 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the New Sun Serve Building at 2312 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors. Call 954-764-5150

Man2Man Discussion Group

Man-2-Man talk is an informal discussion group of gay men, with all age ranges and backgrounds welcomed. Bldg A, Room 206. Visit Glccsf.org/calendar/

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Palm Beach County

Seniors vs. Crime

Seniors vs. Crime is a free service that provides help to seniors who have been victimized by businesses or service providers and need assistance. This event will take place at Mae Volen Senior Center at 1515 W. Palmetto Park Road. By appointment only so call 561-736-3820 or 561-395-8920.

PFLAG

PFLAG is a monthly support, coming out and rap groups for families of & for Gay, Lesbian, Bi, and Transgender people. Meeting in Palm Beach County is at 6:30 on the third Wednesday of the month. Call or e-mail Carol at 561-716-9464 Pflag@ pobox.com

Yoga On The Waterfront

Lake Pavilion at 101 S. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL / Yoga On The Waterfront in downtown West Palm Beach on Wednesday Evenings at 5:45 PM. Residents $40 per 8 week session, Non-Residents $50 per 8 week session, Drop-ins $10 per class. To register, please call 561-804-4902.

New Alternatives

Social group with regular outings and social mixers for LGBTQ ages 18 to 30. This meeting will take place at The Gay & Lesbian Community Center of Palm Beach County. Email matthew@compassglcc.com or Visit Compassglcc.com.

Sober Sisters AA

BrothasSpeak

Support group is dedicated for lesbians who are recovering from alcoholism. Meeting happens every Monday at 7 p.m. at Lambda North Clubhouse. Visit LambdaNorth.net

This group is a black gay men’s discussion group that is held at the Compass in West Palm Beach. Every Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. this group will be directed toward issues for and about black men. Visit Compassglcc.com

PBC Gender Support Group

Paths

All ages support group dedicated for transgender individuals. This meeting happens the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at 7:30 pm. These meeting will take place at The Gay & Lesbian Community Center of Palm Beach County. Visit Compassglcc.com

Jazz on the Palm

These meetings now take place at Lambda North at 18 S. J Street, and geared toward recovering alcoholics. Every Tues. and Thurs. at 7 p.m. and on Sat. at 5:30 p.m. These meetings will help recovering alcoholics cope with the stress of everyday life without the use of alcohol. Email tcamie@aol.com

Jazz on the Palm - Downtown West Palm Beach Waterfront - Gather with friends and family to enjoy the diverse vibrant sounds of jazz under the stars every 3rd Friday of month at the new Downtown West Palm Beach waterfront concert series. Free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs. From 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Visit Wpbgo. com/2010/06/jazz-on-the-palm

YOGA Among the Orchids

Sunday on the Waterfront

Good Orderly AA

It’s time for Yoga Among the Orchids at the American Orchid Society, 16700 AOS Lane, Delray Beach. Relax and replenish the flower inside with an hour of breathing exercises, toning, and yoga poses under a canopy of lush orchids. Classes are Wed. at 9 a.m. Cost is $20 and RSVP is suggested. Call 561404-2011. Visit OrchidWeb.org

Sunday on the Waterfront is a free concert series, which takes place the third Sunday of most months in the beautiful downtown West Palm Beach waterfront area. Bring blankets, chairs, and coolers or purchase treats at the concert. Free parking in all city lots and at city meters. 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. May through October. Visit OnTheWaterFront.com

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Paths is a social/discussion group held at Compass in Lake Worth. This men’s group takes place every Monday from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Paths men’s group will be discussing relationships, coming out, safer sex issues and more. Visit Compassglcc.com

Yoga

Yoga with Deborah will change your life. Bring a mat and get ready to stretch the stress away every Tuesday at The GLCC in Palm Beach from 6 to 7 p.m. This yoga experience will uplift and transform your life. $6 Entry Fee. You must bring your own mat. Visit Compassglcc.com

Living Buddhism

On the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. Compass in Lake Worth will be holding a discussion group for overcoming obstacles and obtaining happiness. This group is great for getting internal enlightenment. Release your inner stress, and become free. Visit Compassglcc.com

Miami-Dade

*Business Builders Lunch

MDGLCC presents its monthly networking program held on the 1st Thursday of each month at Anacapri Restaurant, 2530 Ponce De Leon Blvd., Coral Gables. Luncheon/ networking from noon to 1:30 pm. Cost: MDGLCC members ($30), Potential Members ($40, $10 applied to new MDGLCC membership). RSVP requested: 305-673-4440 or RSVP@ gaybizmiami.com.

*LGBT Lawyer’s Assn. Luncheon

MDGLCC/GALLA presents its monthly networking program tailored for attorneys, judges and legal professionals held on the middle Wednesday of each month. Morton’s Steakhouse at 1200 Brickell Avenue. Guest speaker (TBD). Luncheon/ networking from noon to 1:30 pm. Cost: MDGLCC members ($35), Potential Members ($50, $10 applied to new MDGLCC membership). RSVP requested: 305-673-4440 or RSVP@ gaybizmiami.com.

*Sandpipers Networking

MDGLCC presents its monthly networking program held on the middle Wednesday of each month. This month’s location is West Avenue Cafe, 929 West Avenue #3, Miami Beach. A cocktail networking event and business card exchange with drawing for prizes 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Offering half price wine, beer and appetizers all night beginning with a complimentary wine tasting. Free admission. RSVP requested: 305-673-4440 or RSVP@gaybizmiami.com. *Upper Eastsiders Networking Event MDGLCC presents its new networking program held monthly in the Upper East Side. This month’s location is News Lounge & Steel Gym @ 55th Street Station, 5556 NE 4th Ct., Miami. Cocktail networking event and business card exchange with drawing for prizes. Happy Hour cash bar and free hors d’oeuvres. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Free admission. RSVP requested: 305-673-4440 or RSVP@gaybizmiami.com

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*LGBT Walking Tours of South Beach

Bill’s Filling Station

The MDGLCC, Greater Miami Convention Visitor Bureau (GMCVB), and the Miami Design Preservation League (MDPL), present a ninety-minute guided Gay & Lesbian Walking Tour of South Florida. Tour starts at 5 p.m. and departs from the MDPL Art Deco Welcome Center at Ocean Dr. and 10th St. Miami Beach. Reservations are not required. Tickets are $20, and can be purchased at MDPL’s Art Deco Welcome Center. Free to MDPL and MDGLCC members. RSVP to 305-672-2014.

2209 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305, (954) 567-5978. Large bar/ nightclub, amazing drink specials in Wilton Manors! Wednesday’s after 9 p.m. $10 Miller Lite Beer Bust

Boardwalk

1721 N. Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311. (954) 463-6969. A Cute Little Hangout in Fort Lauderdale. Pool-room/game room on one side and a bar/strip club on the other. Mondays $3 Well & Dom, after 9 p.m. $3 U-Call-It Shots

*Women’s Empowerment Luncheon

MDGLCC’s popular Women’s Empowerment Luncheon series continues at the Hyatt Regency Miami, 400 SE 2nd Avenue, Miami with special guest speaker Hedy Goldsmith, executive pastry chef at Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink. Noon to 1:30 p.m. lunch. Cost: MDGLCC Members ($35), Potential Members ($45, $10 applied to new MDGLCC membership). A full sit-down luncheon with a Q&A to follow. RSVP required: 305-673-4440 or RSVP@gaybizmiami.com. Co-Sponsored by Aqua Foundation & NCLR

The Club Fort Lauderdale

Bathhouse. 110 NW 5th Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL, (954) 5253344 Good. Clean. Fun. 1/2 price rooms...Tuesday Nights and 1/2 price Lockers. Thursdays Nights. Always busy.

Clubhouse II

Bathhouse. 2650 E. Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, Florida (954) 566-6750. A Private Club for Bi/Gay men. “bear and cub” Thursday $4 Off For Bear & Cub. Tuesday leather night - $4.off wear any type of leather.

Fairchild Botanic Garden

Corner Pub Bar

In honor of National Public Gardens Day on Friday, May 11, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden will open its doors from 9:30 a.m. to 430 p.m. to all garden enthusiasts for free. This exclusive opportunity, just two days before Mother’s Day, will honor this national day of celebration which invites communities to explore the beauty of their local green spaces, while raising awareness of the important role public gardens play in promoting conservation, education and environmental preservation. Visit Fairchildgarden.org

1915 N. Andrews Ave, Wilton Manors, FL 33311, (954) 564-7335. Redefining what a bar should be. Thursday’s margarita madness $4, Monday’s “Underwear Night. 2 for 1” until 9:30 p.m.

Cubby Hole

823 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, (954) 7289001. The Cubby Hole is one of Fort Lauderdale’s most unique and popular Neighborhood bar for men. Underwear Wednesday’s. “Boxers n’ Briefs” get 2 for 1 drinks 9 p.m. to close

Aqua Girl 12

There will be 14 diverse events for everyone to choose from. There is something for everyone including dance parties, a comedy show, live music, pool parties, a bowl-a-thon, a jazz brunch, a dine-out event, a VIP reception, and celebrity meetand-greets. From May 2 through 6 in South Beach.

Women’s Empowerment Luncheon

MDGLCC’s popular Women’s Empowerment Luncheon series continues at the Sanctum Room of the Epic Hotel (270 Biscayne Boulevard Way), with special guest speaker Cristina Serralta, CEO of Amazon Services Inc. speaking on “Small Business Ownership from the LGBT Perspective.” 11:30 a.m. Registration; Noon - 1:30 p.m. Lunch at Epic Hotel. Cost: MDGLCC Members ($35), Potential Members ($45, $10 applied to new MDGLCC membership). A full sit-down luncheon with a Q&A to follow. Co-Sponsored by Aqua Foundation & NCLR. Visit mdglcc@bellsouth.net

Galla Luncheon Networker @ Morton’s Steakhouse

MDGLCC/GALLA presents its monthly networking program tailored for attorneys, judges and legal professionals held on Wednesdays. New location: Morton’s Steakhouse, 1200 Brickell Avenue, Miami. Networking from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with networking and a full sit-down lunch. Cost: MDGLCC members ($35), Potential members ($50, $10 applied to new MDGLCC membership). Visit mdglcc@bellsouth.net

Business Builders Luncheon

MDGLCC presents its monthly networking program held on the last Thursday of each month. This month it will be at City Hall the Restaurant. Registration at 11:30 am with luncheon/ networking from noon to 1 p.m. Includes seated style lunch limited to 25 people. Please bring a friend. RSVP requested: 305-673-4440 or mdglcc@bellsouth.net

MGLFF Women’s Film & After Party

May 2 from 7:30 p.m. to midnight at the Film Screening at the Colony Theater 1040 Lincoln Lane. After-party at the Shore Club 1901 Collins Avenue Aqua Girl and the Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival join forces to bring you girl trash, the soon to be released lesbian film that will be the centerpiece of the annual Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival along with a chic after-party at the chic Shore Club. Tickets include the screening, the after-party and a complimentary cocktail. $30 in advance / $40 at the door Members $25 in advance. Visit Aquagirl.org/events

Lambda Dade Clubhouse

A meeting place for the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender communities and friends in recovery. Hosts Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Al-Anon, Crystal Meth Anonymous (CMA), Debtors Anonymous (DA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), and Sex & Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA), meetings. (305) 573-9608. 212 NE 24th Street. Miami. Visit Lambdadadeclubhouse.org

Key West

17th Annual Golf Tournament

One of the longest running golf tournaments in the Florida Keys, the event supports scholarships for Florida Keys students in the hospitality and culinary fields of study. Just $100 per player includes greens fees at Key West Golf Club, goodie bag, food (Breakfast and Lunch), drinks, hot dog stand, Mimosas and Bloody Marys and much more! Team up with four of your friends or sign up individually. Call 305-296-4959 or Email: executiveoffice@keyslodging.org

Key West Pride

On June 6 - 10, come show your pride in our tropical paradise, and you’ll find yourself in the midst of a celebration unlike any other. From the opening party to the closing parade, you’ll discover quickly that the best place to show your pride is on an island whose official motto is “one human Family.” The welcoming island invites you to join us at Key West Pride! Visit Gaykeywestfl.com

2935 N. Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, (954) 5377076. Voted the “Friendliest” Gay Bar in Fort Lauderdale. Monday’s $1.99 Drinks and $.50 wings open to close

Dudes Bar

3270 NE 33rd St Fort Lauderdale FL 954-568-7777. Sexy hot men starting to shake the booty daily from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. On Sundays enjoy karaoke with Peter Petrucci. Great drink specials every Monday with $1 well drinks from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Georgie’s Alibi

nightlife Broward County

2266 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305, (954) 565-2526. Fort Lauderdale’s best & longest happy hour. Wednesdays $2 Domestics & $1 Schnapps after 9 p.m.

Johnny’s

321-Slammer

Bathhouse. 321 W Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33311. Slammer sex club the best place to cruise for the hottest gay men. Thursday’s is leather night, Friday and Saturday night live DJs. Monday & Tuesday -- $9 entry fee

Atomic Boom

2232 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305, (954) 630-3556 Best Sound & Light Show in Broward County. Mondays “porn bingo” with Desiree Dubois. $3 Margaritas, $1 Draft

The Manor

The Depot Cabana Bar and Grill

2345 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305 (954) 626 0082 - Come Dine, Dance, Drink, Mingle and of course Relax. 2 for 1 happy hour Tues-Friday 3-9pm. Indoor/Outdoor Dining. Dance the night away Thursday through Sunday. Live music Weds, Fri, Sat, Sun Visit themanorcomplex.com FOR MORE DETAILS.

1116 W. Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, (954) 5225931. Monday Dragon with TP Lords, Daisy D. and DJ Rob Sky Some of the hottest guys around with great happy hour drink specials. Bring all your friends to this sexy Bar.

Matty’s on the Drive

2426 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305 (954) 564-1799. Matty’s is one of the few bars in Wilton Manors that’s just that –a bar. Wild Wednesday’s $.75 Drinks, 13 Drinks for less than $10. 5 p.m.

Mona’s

502 E. Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, (954) 5256662. The eclectic décor and a friendly staff makes. Mona’s a great place to have fun in Fort Lauderdale. Thursday’s College Boy’s Night 8pm Enjoy College Boy’s Choice 2 for 1

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ARTS

By J.W. Arnold

Modern Families Featured on Silver Screen

Variance Films

wo new feature films opening in South Florida put the focus on the dynamics of dysfunctional modern families: In the Family, opening May 6 at Cinema Paradiso in Fort Lauderdale, follows the shock felt by Chip Hines, a six-year-old who has only known life in Martin, Tennessee with his two dads, Cody and Joey, played by director Patrick Wang. But when Cody is suddenly killed in a car accident, both Chip and Joey struggle to find their footing, especially when they discover Cody left custody of Chip to his sister.Years of seeming acceptance unravel as Chip is taken from the home and Joey must find a way to get his son back, even though the law is not on his side. Critic Roger Ebert gave this touching film four stars. Kathleen Turner, Richard Chamberlain and Jason Ritter headline, The Perfect Family, opening May 11 at the AMC Aventura 24 and AMC Sunset Place West Palm Beach – Mos’ Art Theatre in Lake Park. Turner plays suburban mom and devout Catholic Eileen Cleary, a woman who has always kept up appearances, especially now that she’s nominated for the Catholic Woman of the Year title. When her nonconformist family must be interviewed by the selection committee, including her lesbian daughter (Emily Deschanel), Eileen realizes she can no longer overlook their issues.

Funny Lady Out actress and comedian Lily Tomlin returns to South Florida for one night only, Sunday, May 6, 7:30 p.m. at the Adrienne Arsht Center. Tomlin became a household name on Rowan & Martin’s Laugh In, portraying silly characters like Ernestine the telephone switchboard operator, the precocious five year old Edith An, and Mrs. Judith Beasly, “the tasteful lady” who dispenses advice on gracious living. And of course, she was unforgettable in Nine to Five as she and coworkers Jane Fonda and Dolly Parton exacted revenge on their monstrous boss. Tickets are $30-80 at ArshtCenter.org.

Strike Up the Band The Greater Miami Symphonic Band will take audiences on a musical journey to the Wild West on Tuesday, May 8 at Gusman Concert Hall on the campus of the University of Miami in Coral Gables. Conductors Robert Longfield and Thomas Keck will lead the 85 musicians in “The Cowboys” by John Williams, “On The Trail” from Ferde Grofe’s “Grand Canyon Suite,” John Philip Sousa’s march “Daughters of Texas” and Aaron Copland’s famous “Hoedown” from the ballet, “Rodeo.” Tickets for the concert are $15 at GMSB.org or at the Gusman Concert Hall box office on the night of the performance.

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To Submit Listings Email: Brian at Calendar@sfgn.com Fax: 954-530-7943. Please include a brief description, address, phone number, date, time and cost. Monkey Business

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Naked Grape Wine Bar

2039 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305, (954) 563-5631 A Casual, Hip, Fun Experience and if You Have a Taste for Deliciously Unique Wines, You Need to Make This Your Next Stop! Happy Hour All Night on Thursday

New Moon

2440 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305, (954) 563-7660 Your neighborhood lesbian bar in the heart of Fort Lauderdale and just minutes from Fort. Lauderdale Beach. Wednesday All the fun, half the price 2-4-1 All Day, All Night

PJ’s Corner Pocket

924 North Flagler Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, (954) 533-0257. One of The Most Diverse Bars in Fort Lauderdale. $2 Drinks Every Wednesday, Spades Every Thursday

Ramrod

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Rosie’s Bar and Grill

2449 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305, (954) 567-1320 Wilton Manor’s Best Burger in Town. Try the Fat Elvis. Happy Hour 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Scandals Country Western Bar

The Bar Lake Worth

2211 North Dixie Highway Lake Worth. (561) 370-3954 Thebarlakeworth.com. Men and women share this mostlylocals space as a calm and friendly watering hole. The bar often features live music which can be a nice break from thumping bass.

Miami-Dade Club Space

34 NE 11th St ,Miami ,Florida, 33132,(305)350-1956 Space Miami Voted Best U.S Club IDMA 2011. The go-to venue for any nightlife enthusiast in the nation, the club is proudly marching on into its second decade of operation.

Club Sugar

2301 SW 32nd Ave, Miami, Florida, 33145, (305)443-7657. All the sweetness you’ll need in one club. Every Thursday “drag wars” with TP Lords. $5 house drinks & $4 Domestic beers all night.

Discotekka

950 NE 2nd Ave, Downtown Miami, Florida 33132,(305)3509084. One of the best night clubs In Miami. Every Saturday the hottest DJ’s from the top performers. Drink Special Every Saturday

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Sidelines Sports Bar

2031 Wilton Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305, (954) 563-8001 Sidelines Sports Bar and Billiards is a unique, friendly, and accepting place to relax with a cold beer, great drinks and Martinis. Happy Hour M-F 4pm to 2am

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801 Duval St., Key West, Florida,(305)294-4737. Cabaret shows upstairs with nightly performances by famed performers Sushi, Kylie, RV Beaumont, Margo, and others. Happy hour specials daily from 11a.m.- 8 p.m. 724 Duval St. (305)296-1992. Key West’s premier video bar with LIVE DJ’S nightly. A taste of N’Awlins in the heart of Old Town – Enjoy Key West’s hottest music videos on the large screen while the boys entertain on the bar. No Cover.

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1125 Duval St. 305-296-6706 Fun Gay-Friendly atmosphere. Cabaret entertainment during season including Randy Roberts and Chris Peterson. Enjoy great live music Tuesday thru Sunday with Lenore Troia. Cover charge may apply. Great outside bar if you just want to enjoy a cocktail and chat while people watching on Duval Street.

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705 Duval St. , Key West, Florida,(305)292-8500 Key West AllMale Strip Club. Daily Happy Hour from 3-8 p.m., And a piano sing-a-long every Wednesday night.

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525 United Street, Key West, FL(305)293-9805 ext. 156 Pearl’s Patio is a great place to enjoy a drink and relax. Happy Hour – every weekday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday’s are Extended Happy Hour 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.

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By Dennis Jozefowicz

BeachBear weekend hits Fort Lauderdale May 10-14

ans of bear circuit parties, rejoice! A new event is about to hit Fort Lauderdale, and it’s a big one! BeachBear Weekend is 5 days of get-togethers, unique events and activities, as well as parties at venues all around town, from the beach to Wilton Manors. Bears (hairy men) and their admirers from all over the country are converging in a common bond and brotherhood to have a good time, and raise money for a good cause. Though the host hotel sold out almost immediately, all of the off-site events are open to the public. And if you pre-register and purchase Bear Tags, available for sale at $29.99 each on the web site, you

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The Bears are Coming, the Bears are Coming!

will get special discounts, admission into special events, and use of the shuttles. Country dancing at Scandals, yoga on the beach, clubbing at Boom, food crawls on Wilton Drive, and “The Meat Ball” are all a small part of a weekend of the fast and the furriest! There are even “encounters” at Club Fort Lauderdale, and Slammer during the event. Don’t let all the debauchery fool you. OK, let it fool you. But it’s all to raise money for SunServe, our local social services organization. Visit BeachBearWeekend.com for a full schedule of events.

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A Night of Comedy

Aqua Girl presents Jessica Kirson as this year’s headliner By Andrea Dulanto

2011

I’m very excited. I love the organization and the women who run it. What are your thoughts about performing in Miami? I’ve performed at the South Beach Comedy Festival. They’re fun crowds… [and] I love walking around South Beach—it’s beautiful. Aqua Girl 2012 is takes place May 2-6 in South Beach.Visit AquaGirl.org for more information. If You Go

What: Aqua Girl: A Night of Comedy with Jessica Kirson When: 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., Friday, May 4 Where: Colony Theatre, 1040 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach Cost: $30-$35 (Members: $25 in advance) More info: AquaGirl.org/aquagirl-tickets JessicaKirson.com

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—the year of the funny woman. Bridesmaids. Tina Fey. Amy Poehler. Bridesmaids. But do funny women exist without Judd Apatow or Lorne Michaels? Pre- and post- Bridesmaids, Jessica Kirson is an out lesbian who has created her own comedic path. On May 4, she makes her way toward the Colony Theatre as comedy headliner for Aqua Girl 2012 in Miami. Kirson has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,The Joy Behar Show, Celebrity Apprentice, and most recently The View on April 27. Her comedy is fearless and direct, particularly when she talks about her weight: “The reason why you haven’t seen Jared from Subway is because I ate him.” On The View, Kirson mentioned how lately she has lost weight. The audience started to applaud, but she cut it short in a deadpan voice: “Don’t even clap—it’ll never fill the hole.” Kirson also appears on The Jessy K Show, a YouTube series of her vlogs and videos at YouTube.com/user/TheJessyKShow. “Unlock Your Inner Beauty/ Make-up Pro Tips” is a parody of beauty vlogs that has Kirson smearing grape jelly on her eyelids and relish on her lips. It’s as gross as it sounds, but it’s gratifying to see someone making fun of the women-must-be-perfect cult. Other videos are like Candid Camera on mild psychedelics. Kirson dances and poses with mannequins at the mall. She asks Australian tourists in Central Park if they know where to find Carol. She wails and holds onto someone in an Elmo costume in Times Square as “free therapy.” During a phone interview with SFGN, Kirson shared her thoughts about comedy and her upcoming performance at Aqua Girl. How would you describe your comedy? Very real, honest, high energy…I make a lot of faces, do a lot of characters. You pursued an M.A. in social work at NYU—can you talk about what made you not want to follow that career? Being a therapist was too heavy for me. I took on people’s problems too much. My mom is a therapist—[she] can see clients then have a great night. I couldn’t.

don’t see you as a female comic—just as a comic’ [and all comics] just want to be seen as comics whether you’re a woman or a man… [yet]… when it comes to business [the major comedy clubs] may have one hundred headliners, and three are women. Not many opportunities for women to get gigs as headliners. What would you say to an LBT woman who wants to be a comic? I encourage everyone to do comedy that wants to do it. It’s a little harder [for lesbians]…I do mainstream stuff. Some lesbian comics don’t. I don’t want to be labeled as a lesbian comic or female comic or Jewish comic. I’m just me. If [you] only focus on [being a] lesbian comic, there’s not a ton of opportunity.There’s Olivia Cruises…Provincetown… [but] it’s a great network of women… I adore them. What are your thoughts about attending Aqua Girl?

Jessica Kirson You’ve said in previous interviews that the social work background helps you connect to the audience— can you talk more about that? I’m aware of people’s feelings, the energy in the room…the more you know about human nature, the better you do as a comedian. Is there a way to turn bad audience energy around? Every single comedian has an enormous number of bad audiences. You have to learn to turn it around. I address the truth… whether it’s low energy or the lighting is bad… I talk about it…if you address that it’s not going well and they laugh… [then] they’re with you. What made you finally decide to go into comedy as a profession? My grandmother suggested [a comedy class]… she said “people are hysterical whenever they’re around you.” I took a class and loved it. What do you think about this current wave of women in comedy (such as Bridesmaids, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, etc.)? It’s about time because there are some really funny women. There are a ton of male comics that aren’t funny… [and] a ton of female comics that no one knows about, who are brilliant. But I have male comics who say to me ‘I

May 2, 2012 • SouthFloridaGayNews.com

Music Video Fights Anti-Gay Bullying By J.W. Arnold

are working at the grassroots level to make new music video featuring local a difference in their communities. singer and songwriter Jared BradVincent teamed up with creative direcford LeBlanc will be released this tor Dennis Dean, singer LeBlanc and Tyler week to combat anti-gay bullying. Council’s Froze-N-Time Productions for The project was the two days of shooting brainchild of David in Fort Lauderdale to Vincent, owner of the produce the music Rough Riders clothing video. The video will brand and a part-time be premiered at 7:59 South Florida resident. p.m. on Thursday, May After the teen son of a 3 at Casablanca Café. friend in Seattle comMembers of the Fort mitted suicide,Vincent Lauderdale Gay Straight knew he had to do Alliance will be on hand something to make a diffor the event. ference for the scores of Immediately following, young people who suffer the video will go viral from anti-gay bullying on YouTube and with and violence. the help of celebrity Vincent purchased supporters including the Rough Riders brand Ellen DeGeneres and three years ago, along Nate Berkus. CDs and with the company’s DVDs will be distribSongwriter/singer LFBS175 and Live Free uted and proceeds will Jared Bradford LeBlanc Be Strong trademarks. benefit efforts to fight performs “Live Free Be Strong.” bullying. “From day one, I knew one part of my life “Bullying and teen would be to support not-for-profit causes,” suicide have gotten out of hand,” says Vincent recalls. “There was such a powerVincent. “When we were young they called ful message to ‘Live Free Be Strong’ that I it teasing and would just write it off as ‘kids wanted it to be for everyone.” will be kids’.” He established the Live Free Be Strong Visit LiveFreeBeStrong.org to learn more about Foundation to support the thousands of the video project and other foundation initiatives. small organizations across the country that

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Froze-N-Time Productions crew with Jared Bradford LeBlanc singing “Live Free Be Strong.”

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MARY’S Being PLACE By Mary Bondi

elationships can come to an end for many reasons. Upon ending some people attempt to jump into a new relationship right away. These same people often jump from one to another without any time spent being single. Is this a familiar pattern in your life? When single, do you preoccupy your time with thoughts and behaviors geared toward finding a partner? This preoccupation can inhibit you from many things, but most importantly, from being more self-aware. If given the opportunity, being single can offer some wonderful opportunities. Often, our friends and loved ones want to quickly ‘set us up’ sometimes sending the message that being single is a condition that needs to be cured. Being single is just as natural as being in a relationship. It’s important to take the time to choose an appropriate partner, and determine whether you are emotionally ready to move on. Being in a relationship will add to your life in many ways but just being in a relationship will not necessarily bring you happiness. First we must learn to be happy with ourselves before dating someone else. This will then open that loving space for a partner to compliment our lives, instead of looking for someone to complete it. A great deal of wisdom can come during this time, if you use it for your own

Single personal growth. If you commit to enjoy your single time, you can give yourself time to grow, learn new things, and expand emotionally, psychologically, physically and spiritually. Think of being single as a wonderful opportunity for deepening your self-knowledge, expanding your emotional growth, and becoming more self-aware. Self-awareness is one of the most important goals we need in order to live a more balanced and positive life. This does not translate into becoming self-centered, self-absorbed, or selfish. It is about having an understanding of your innermost feelings and thoughts. Sharing these parts of yourself (innermost feelings and thoughts) are important tools to get comfortable with, so you can communicate them in your next relationship. During this break explore some of the following tools: • Spend time doing things you like. • Take charge of your life and find out what you are truly made for. • Take time to explore your feelings. Start with happy, sad, joy, angry and scared. • Nurture, respect and be patient with your self. • Focus on other relationships such as friends, and family. • Get to know what your morals, values and beliefs are.

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• Get to know what you want and get an idea of who you are. • Make way for new challenges that will bring you more happiness. • Establish healthy boundaries while demanding respect from potential partners. • Most important: learn to love yourself. This is a pre-requisite for loving someone else.You must love yourself before loving another person.

We attract partners in our lives at the conscious level of where we are. This means if someone ‘does not feel loveable’ or feels they ‘are not good enough’ then they will continue to attract partners where they will feel this in their relationship. These subconscious beliefs are what I call ‘personal lies.’ Everyone has them. It’s beneficial to know what our ‘personal lies’ are. These lies come up at different times in our lives especially in close relationships, as they want an expression in order to be healed. The time when one is single can be a time used to challenge and heal these ‘lies’. This is one of the areas that I specialize

in. I have been studying and researching patterns and ‘personal lies’ for years. I see first-hand how these ‘lies’ restrict individuals from reaching their true potential in their lives. We are not always aware of our ‘personal lies’ and distorted thoughts because they are not always in our conscious awareness. Sometimes we may need outside support to assist us with this work. In my practice I utilize specialized modalities such as EMDR and Hypnosis to assist clients in breaking these ‘lies’ and sabotaging patterns. Remember these lies are not your truth, but somewhere and somehow you believed these thoughts and it became part of your story you carried throughout life. Use this time to explore your repeated patterns in your life and relationships. If you do not learn the unhealthy patterns you need to change, there is a greater possibility that they will continue and lead to more anguish in the future. If you are serious about having a long lasting and fulfilling love relationship, get serious about yourself while single. The personal growth that you can accomplish while single will assist you to find a more compatible partner. Wishing you much success, love and abundance in your next relationship. In peace and happiness! Mary

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