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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2020 BY JOSHUA PINTO
This year the holidays have taken on a completely different meaning and although it may not feel like it, the season is upon us. And I’m guessing you have no clue what to get those certain special people in your life. Most of us will be social distancing and relying on FedEx, UPS and the US Postal Service to get those special gifts to your loved ones. Bearing that in mind, you have to make sure you do your shopping early. That’s where we come in to give you a few great ideas with a few unique and fun items. You will find gifts from the extravagant to the more modest to give; and if you are nice or even naughty, maybe receive.
MAGNETIC LEVITATING BLUETOOTH SPEAKER Magnetic Levitating Bluetooth Speaker is a stunning Bluetooth speaker that projects different color when activated. The sphere can also be used as a stand-alone speaker without a base and the base illuminates continuously different color LED lights. www.my-premiumgifts.com
COVER MY MOUTH What’s your mood today? multi-layer adjustable face covers are made with breathable fabric and include a PM2.5 filter, and nose wires. Many, many, many designs to choose from. A portion of proceeds from each mask sold will be donated to support local restaurants and feed frontline heroes and impacted communities. www.covermymouth.com
ELAGO 3-IN-1 CHARGING HUB Apple users will love having a designated space to charge and store all of their devices. Its space-saving design still offers enough room to house an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods, and a series of separately sold chargers that plug in through the back for a clean display. www.elago.com
MASTERCLASS SUBSCRIPTION Lovers of learning will appreciate the opportunity to educate themselves in a series of online classes taught by more than 65 famous instructors. They’ll learn cooking from Gordon Ramsay, creativity and leadership from Anna Wintour, tennis from Serena Williams, and so many more great skills from outrageously inspiring individuals. www.masterclass.com
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EMBARK DOG DNA TEST KIT Last year, DNA kits for humans were such a hot holiday gift, and this year it’s all about the dogs. Who wouldn’t want to know more about their pooch? With a simple cheek swab, you can reveal more about breed information, disease predisposition, and ancestry. www.amazon.com
iMEMORIES - TRANSFER VHS TAPES, FILM AND PHOTOS TO DVD & DIGITAL! iMemories will convert everything to a modern digital format. You can download the digital files and view/share them from the iMemories App. www.imemories.com
SONY WH-1000XM4 WIRELESS HEADPHONES Noise-canceling headphones are a must-have gadget, and no one does it better than Sony. The Sony XM4 wireless headphones offer peerless noise-cancellation, a sleek design and seamless Bluetooth connectivity. Anyone should be thrilled to find these under the Christmas tree in 2020. www.sony.com
WACACO NANOPRESSO PORTABLE ESPRESSO MAKER Coffee is what gets our engine running in the morning. Return the Starbucks gift card and surprise your favorite java lover with the Nanopresso. It’s designed to brew coffee in less than 5 minutes and requires very little force to pump. www.wacaco.com
INFINITI KLOUD 1TB Back Up All Of Your Photos And Documents Wirelessly Over Your Homes Wi-Fi. Save your most important phone and computer files wirelessly. Imagine, losing all of your important photos and documents, just because you dropped your phone in the toilet or you computer crashed. www.getmyinfinitikloud.com
BOSE AUDIO FRAMES Bose Frames keep the load light on a sunny day by combining two essentials: sunglasses and wireless headphones. www.bose.com
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BLUETOOTH SMART PEN & NOTEBOOK SET The pen-on-paper aesthetic meets the digital universe with Moleskine’s smart pen. It’s a pen with ink and all that, but it simultaneously tracks what’s written and uploads it so that you can access all your brilliant thoughts on a computer or phone. www.bespokepost.com
LIFEFUELS SMART BOTTLE This spaceship of a water bottle is a nutrient machine. Three capsules sit in its base, ejecting flavored plumes of electrolytes, vitamins, antioxidants, or caffeine into the water, for whenever a boost is needed.
DRAFT POUR BEER DISPENSER Beer tastes better on draft. Fizzics figured out a way for anyone to serve their brew of choice on tap, tasting its best, at home. www.fizzics.com
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12 NIGHTS OF WINE Unwind during these crazy times with a 12-night supply of very good, very festive wine, smartly packaged in glass vials and curated specially by Vinebox. www.getvinebox.com
MAGNOLIA RECORD CLUB MONTHLY VINYL SUBSCRIPTION What the mixtape was in 1993 and the mix CD was in 2008, the vinyl subscription is in 2020. Magnolia works closely with artists to release monthly LPs curated for its exclusive club—love songs included www.magnoliarecord.club
MASH AND GRAPE SPIRIT SUBSCRIPTION Ensure his supply of stuff to sip is never low by signing him up for a spirits club. Mash and Grape sources some seriously interesting whiskeys, tequilas, gins, and rums. www.mashandgrape.com
HARVEST ELITE 360 INDOOR GARDEN SYSTEM AEROGARDEN An AeroGarden is perfect for the person on your list who has a green thumb with minimal garden space, or for one who wants to develop a low-lift hobby. www.amazon.com
CORAVIN MODEL TWO PREMIUM WINE PRESERVATION SYSTEM Instead of pulling the cork, the Coravin punctures it straight through and creates a pouring spout, ensuring the wine is protected from outside air. www.coravin.com
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COVER FRAME YOUR LOVE Do you still remember the day you met the love of your life? Well, our personalized framed artwork is the perfect gift for you two. This Sign of Love PrideÂŽ Premium Artwork allows you to capture your names as a remembrance of the day you met or became one. www.customgoods.co
EARTH FIRE PIT Handcrafted fire pit piece shaped like the Earth, this will make every backyard bonfire memorable. Our home planet inspires this design, with two thirds of the planet covered in steel, not water. www.amazon.com
LIMITED EDITION BOXES An event in a box. Each curated box tells a story and sets the stage for a special moment. Check out the variety of boxes, there is something for everyone on your list. www.vicesreserve.com/collections/limited-edition-boxes
CUSTOMIZABLE PRIDE COUPLES MUG A very thoughtful, personalized and loving gift idea. Take that coffee break with your significant other and declare your love on a mug. www.giftcustom.co
HEROES WALL CANVAS Pioneers, innovators , educators, and heroes of the Black Movement. Represent. www.melaninful.net
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GIFTS TO STAY HEALTHY, SAFE & SANE MOBILE KLEAN Mobile Klean is a powerful UV sanitizer using a flash of ultraviolet light to eliminate virtually all bacteria, viruses and pathogens and create a super hygienic environment. This is definitely the first line of defense against sickness, giving you wellbeing and peace of mind. www.every-deal.com
MIRACLE NO-TOUCH HAND SANITIZER Two Hands utilizes infrared induction for convenient disinfecting. Simply position your hand above the device and it will project a mist upwards, providing complete sanitization quickly and easily without touching anything. Sprays 75% alcohol evenly over your hands for deep penetrative cleaning. www.buytwohands.com
CASETIFY REUSABLE CLOTH MASK Is this the sexiest gift on our list? Hard no. However, this is the sort of gift that anyone will appreciate in 2020/2021. Because, at the end of the day, masks are going to be part of our lives going forward. Casetify will donate a mask to a first responder. How’s that for bringing some Christmas cheer? www.casetify.com
LEXON OBLIO UV SANITIZING WIRELESS CHARGING STATION Now more than ever, your loved one needs this sleek sanitizing phone charger that can kill 99.9% of screen germs in just 30 minutes, thanks to an integrated anti-bacterial UV-C light with ionizer technology. www.urbanoutfitters.com
SAFE SANTA Even Santa is wearing his mask this season. www.jierfit.com
TOUCHLAND POWER MIST HYDRATING HAND SANITIZER Christmas looks a little different this year, and we’re totally leaning into the change with this luxe, sweet-scented hand sanitizer from Touchland. It’s a major step up from the sterile-smelling Purell she probably already has in her purse. www.alconemakeup.com
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ZYLLION SHIATSU BACK NECK MASSAGER This sleek neck massager has more than 14,000 rave reviews on Amazon and it’s no wonder why. Not only does this gadget work to relieve sore muscles and inspire relaxation, but the advanced heating technology makes the experience even more soothing. www.amazon.com
DODOW SLEEP AID DEVICE Give the gift of sweeter dreams with a genius sleep aid device that’ll permanently put your recipient’s troubled nights to bed. An illuminated metronome system will teach them how to doze off naturally with an expanding light that’ll prompt them to breathe in, and retract when it’s time to breathe out. www.amazon.com
LARQ SELF CLEANING WATER BOTTLE Frequent travelers know that keeping a water bottle on hand is always a smart move, but finding a good spot to fill up with filtered H2O while in transit can be tricky. This USB-rechargeable water bottle from LARQ is not only insulated, but it uses an internal UV-C LED light that activates every 2 hours to purify the water and eliminate up to 99.99% of contaminants. www.amazon.com
TEMPO STUDIO TEMPO.FIT Gaining the quarantine 15 lbs. is totally nothing to be ashamed of, but if your boo is ready to ease back into bettering their bod, the Tempo Studio is a great way to work out in the comfort of their own home. www.tempofit.com
FITBIT VERSA 2 The Fitbit Versa 2 is a fitness tracker that monitors physical activity, heart rate, and sleep on a large, intuitive smart watch-like face. It’s a great option for those who don’t need all of the bells and whistles of an Apple Watch. www.fitbit.com
KIEHL’S HEALTHY SKIN SQUAD SET You might be entitled to a vacation every year, but your skin never takes a day off. To ensure your (and your partner’s) moneymaker looks radiant heading into the New Year, work on adopting the proper facial skincare regimen. This set from Kiehl’s has several of the brand’s best-performing products — each formulated to combat anti-aging, as well as cleanse and moisturize skin. And it’s unisex, perfect for any couple to share! Keep everything stored neatly in the accompanying psychedelic travel bag, as well. www.kiehls.com ULTIMATE AROMATHERAPY DIFFUSER & ESSENTIAL OIL SET The holidays bring on plenty of stress, so what better way to heal the mind, body and soul than with some aromatherapy? This budget-friendly essential oil diffuser is one of the best Christmas gifts under $50. www.amazon.com GILLETTE HEATED RAZOR For those who prefer a more traditional shave, Gillette’s latest innovation offers just that in a cutting-edge package. The handle is programmed with four intelligent heat sensors that activate with the push of a button to warm up the blades. The premium design and bundled magnetic wireless charging base also make the Heated Razor a hot décor piece for any bathroom. www.theartofshaving.com
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UNCOMMON GIFTS
Infuse & Pour Alcohol Kit This at-home alcohol infusion kit helps you serve up seriously impressive cocktails.
Wine Bottle Topper Serving Set Portable picnic tables with bamboo tabletops that rest on wine bottle necks are as elegant as indoor ones.
Himalayan Salt Tequila Glasses- Set of 4 Spice up your next fiesta with these reusable shot glasses hand-carved from Himalaya salt.
Make Your Own Hot Sauce Kit Make your own full-bodied hot sauce with this DIY kit that offers a kick from chipotle and guajillo peppers.
Bluetooth Speaker & Water Bottle Get your dance *and* your drink on (we’re talking H2O here) with this wireless speaker slash water bottle.
Make Your Own Chocolate Truffles Kit Make a box of melt-in-your-mouth chocolate truffles at home with this DIY kit.
Press and Measure Herb Infuser Infuse fresh herbs and spices into your favorite EVOOs and measure down to the teaspoon with this bottle.
Homemade Sourdough Bread Kit Channel your inner artisan baker with this DIY sourdough kit.
Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Maker Tell your barista they won’t be seeing you for a while—now you can make cafe-quality nitro cold brew right from your own kitchen. This brewer-slash-dispenser makes it easy.
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Skyline Tealight Holder A steel silhouette of one of five iconic cityscapes ready to cast a warm glow.
Tea from Around the World Set Explore a world of flavor without ever leaving the comfort of your favorite chair. Your passport is this international set of ten, single-estate, loose leaf teas.
Dawn Redwood Bonsai Forest Bring the essence of nature and meditative relaxation to your life with this engaging bonsai kit. It contains everything you need to cultivate a grove of miniature trees that you foster along, from seedling to bonsai forest
Tune Out Musical Sleep Mask This cushy, cordless mask blocks light and plays your fave slumberland jam, so you can rest on the road.
Birth Month Gemstone & Flower Candle A blend of flowers, birthstones, herbs, and fragrant essential oils that are meaningful to the month. Send wishes for love, prosperity, new beginnings and more, without having to say a word.
Cocktail Grow Kit Give your favorite green thumb something to sip on by gifting them this carton of seed packets. Including thyme, lavender, Thai basil, mint, lemon balm, and blue borage, their cocktails will never go ungarnished again.
Long Distance Friendship Lamp Whether you’re separated by distance, or by the endless waves of this pandemic, gifting a set of two light-up friendship lamps will help your loved ones feel closer, no matter the circumstance. Whenever you think of your recipient, reach out and touch your lamp to send love their way. Their corresponding unit will instantly light up, emitting a soulwarming ambient glow that’ll make them feel fuzzy inside.
Wine Condoms This seemingly raunchy gift is actually only intended to preserve an open bottle of wine. Simply slip it around the mouth of the bottle to create a water- and airtight seal that’ll maintain the wine’s intended flavor and freshness.
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GIFTS FOR THE GAY GUY WHO HAS EVERYTHING BY MICK SANDOVAL
Let’s face it: the best gifts are more about want than need. They simultaneously create and satisfy a want you probably didn’t even know you had. Necessities are great, but uh, you can only get so many socks and ties. This year has been especially chaotic for most, so let’s skip the lame gift cards and clothes this holiday. Instead, surprise your man who has everything already with one of these items he never even knew he wanted. He’ll remember it much longer than another boring Ralph Lauren scarf. Alpha Male Cosmetics Enhance your guys handsome in 2021 with the Alpha Max Pack from Alpha Male Cosmetics. It includes the Tinted Moisturizer, Hi-Def Liquid Foundation (to hide blemishes), Liquid Concealer (erase dark circles), Duo Powder (keeps face from getting shiny) and the pocket-sized Concealer Pot. All work to correct conditions that are unique to men’s tougher skin, including razor bumps, ingrown hairs and dark spots, while also covering them up. The water-based liquid foundations and liquid concealers come in 24 shades, more than any other male brand out there right now, and are guaranteed not to cause break-outs or skin irritations. All products in the Alpha Max pack are sold separately as well. $150.00 at AlphaMaleCosmetics.com Pitties and Pecs 2021 Calendar The new edition of Mike Ruiz’s annual calendar turns the page on a difficult 2020 and looks ahead to a more hopeful and huggable 2021! Pitties and Pecs is bigger and sexier than ever before -- eighteen months of perfection -- featuring some of the most lovable pups in the arms of equally gorgeous, male fitness models. As always, Mike’s vision is captivating and provocative, but his message is timeless… to end the discrimination and misunderstanding of the beloved Pit Bull type dog! $24.99 at https://www.etsy.com/listing/858527470/pitties-pecs-2021-calendar How To Bottom Like A Porn Star The #1 gay sex guide on Amazon for four years in a row returns this holiday season with a revised edition featuring dozens of graphic, eye-popping medical illustrations. How To Bottom Like A Porn Star is a beginner’s step-by-step guide to clean, painless bottoming. It reveals all the secrets to having great sex including optimized positions to increase enjoyment, top doctor-recommended cleansing products to avoid messiness, and the: 60 Sphincter Release Method, a foolproof way of relaxing the sphincter for pain-free penetration. It is based on a proven neuromuscular technique that is well known among physical therapists. Paperback is $16.99 at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08KY45DCV Rainbow Revolution Magnus Hastings’ new coffee-table book is a collection of vibrant portraits that celebrate the expanding spectrum of queer identity and visibility. Inspired by the photographer’s social media campaign #GayFace, Rainbow Revolution is packed with more than 300 photographs of everyday individuals and celebrities like Kathy Griffin, Boy George, Luke Evans, and fan favorites from RuPaul’s Drag Race. $40 at http://magnushastings.com/rainbowrevolution. Rick and Griff Merchandise On their popular social channel, Rick and the Griffopotamus, Rick and Griff Twombly-King strive to destigmatize gay sex by pushing the envelope with finely crafted, visually stimulating, evocative images. For their coffee table book, they enlisted some of the top male fitness photographers working today including Mike Ruiz, Michael Stokes and Mack Sturgess. Their pajama onesies are perfect to snuggle and their line of phallic sex toys molded from the real things will keep your guy busy for hours. $15.99 - $169.99 at TwoKingsUnlimited.com.
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TURNER CLASSIC MOVIES GIFTS BY ELLEN KUNI Tis the season (almost) and it’s time to start thinking about gift giving! Check out this wonderful collection of products from Turner Classic Movies (TCM) for that movie buff on your list. TCM offers a variety of products perfect for the movie lover in your life, from a film-themed wine club membership to stunning coffee table books with all your TCM favorites. SIP AND WATCH WITH TCM’S WINE CLUB Description: Uncork the fun of movies and wine! The TCM Wine Club brings the best wines from around the world straight to your door and every bottle is paired with a classic film seen on TCM. Plus, receive exclusive movie-themed wines in every case! New for the 2020 holiday season: Jimmy Stewart Cabernet Sauvignon, Eartha Kitt Red Blend, and James Dean Pinot Noir. Club members can look forward to future exclusives including The Blues Brothers Red Blend and Elvis Presley Cabernet Sauvignon. MSRP: Special introductory offer for 15 delicious wines: $79.99 (plus tax + shipping) www.tcmwineclub.com TCM ESSENTIALS COLLECTION Description: Bring home the best of TCM’s The Essentials with two great guides to mustsee cinema and receive an official TCM mug as a special bonus. Whether you’re a classic film aficionado or looking for recommendations on where to get started, this collection makes the perfect gift for the holidays. $70.98 / On Sale Now for $45.95 TCM HOLIDAY SPIRIT COLLECTION Description: Ring in the holiday season with the TCM Holiday Spirit collection featuring two best-selling books and our favorite set of stemless wine glasses, perfect for holiday entertaining. This bundle makes a delightful gift for the classic movie fan! MSRP: $114.97 / On Sale Now for $95.95 THE ESSENTIALS, VOL. 2: 52 MORE MUST-SEE MOVIES AND WHY THEY MATTER By Jeremy Arnold / Foreword by Ben Mankiewicz Since 2001, Turner Classic Movies’ The Essentials has showcased films that have had a lasting impact on audiences and filmmakers everywhere. In this second volume of must-see classics, film historian Jeremy Arnold profiles 52 more films for a year of stellar viewing, including Top Hat, The Women, Brief Encounter, Rashomon, Vertigo, The Apartment, The Producers, The Sting, Network, Field of Dreams, and many more. MSRP: $24.99 / On Sale Now for $18.95 THIS WAS HOLLYWOOD: FORGOTTEN STARS & STORIES By Carla Valderrama Description: In this one-of-a-kind Hollywood history, the creator of Instagram’s celebrated @ThisWasHollywood reveals the forgotten past of the film world in a dazzling visual package modeled on the classic fan magazines of yesteryear. From former screen legends who have faded into obscurity to new revelations about the biggest movie stars, Valderrama unearths the most fascinating little-known tales from the birth of Hollywood through its Golden Age. Drawing on new interviews, archival research, and an exhaustive library of photographs, This Was Hollywood is a compelling and visually stunning catalogue of the lost history of the movies. MSRP: $28.00 / On Sale Now for $20.95 www.shop.tcm.com
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GIFTABLE COFFEE-TABLE BOOKS ATLAS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN HOUSES BY DOMINIC BRADBURY Sometimes, it’s not easy to judge a movement’s importance until it’s in the rear view. Was it just a flash in the pan or something with real staying power? More than 70 years after the mid-century modern design movement began, it’s pretty clear it was one of the more important aesthetic trends of the last century. www.amazon.com
COVID 19 PALM SPRINGS STYLE A different look at the pandemic through the eyes of prolific photographer Jim Wilkinson. www.blurb.com
ESQUIRE DRESS CODE: A MAN’S GUIDE TO PERSONAL STYLE This new guide from our friends at Esquire breaks down the essentials of men’s style once and for all. It covers everything from how to find quality, long-lasting denim jeans, to how to shop for your build, to basically how to always be the best-dressed guy in the room. www.barnesandnoble.com
HOLIDAY COMFORT IN THE KITCHEN Baking is the ultimate expression of thanks, togetherness, celebration and love…Whether you bake to relax, to show loved ones you care or just to have a sweet treat to eat, The Great British Bake Off: Love to Bake is your new baking bible! www.thegreatbritishbakeoff.co.uk
EVERYTHING IS F*CKED: A BOOK ABOUT HOPE Books open the door to many priceless lessons and this one keeps its message simple: “Don’t hope for better…Just be better.” As expected, Manson shares entertaining and thought-provoking insight on how to live a more meaningful life during the worst of times, which already speaks to a large audience, considering the current status of the world. www.amazon.com
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RESIDENT DOG: INCREDIBLE HOMES AND THE DOGS THAT LIVE THERE Anyone who has a habit of stalking enviable Instagram interiors or enviable Instagram pups is sure to love this book dedicated to some of the most stylish homes in the world — and the dogs who call these places home. www.amazon.com
NYT WOMEN MAKING HISTORY Romance for the staunch feminist is a coffee table book recounting decades of coverage of the fight for women’s equality. www.uncommongoods.com
WINE FOOD: NEW ADVENTURES IN DRINKING AND COOKING Lovers of good food and good wine will pore over this cookbook, which takes unique varietals and pairs them with unexpected dishes. It’ll keep anyone busy all winter. www.amazon.com
RALPH LAUREN: IN HIS OWN FASHION BY ALAN FLUSSER It’s a simple concept really: legendary fashion designers wearing their own clothes. And Flusser’s book, which includes several interviews with Lauren himself, is proof that sometimes the simplest idea is also the best one. www.ralphlauren.com
CINEMA ON PAPER BY DWIGHT M. CLEVELAND In this era of visually homogeneous cinematic universes and straight-to-streaming films, it’s easy to forget that there used to be a real art to movie posters. Shot from one of the world’s most extensive private collections, Cinema on Paper is a throwback to a time when some of the most talented illustrators and painters from around the world were tasked with capturing a film’s essence in one image. www.amazon.com
EDIBLES COOKBOOK Getting zonked on pot brownies and appeasing the munchies with junk food? Please. As this inspiring and informative cookbook amply documents, cannabis cuisine is light years beyond that now. www.uncommongoods.com
DRAG: THE COMPLETE STORY Broken down into thematic chapters like “Glamour Drag,” “Art Drag,” and “Butch Drag,” Simon Doonan’s her-story, charts drag performance from its beginnings to the current RuPaul-fueled renaissance. from 16th-century Italian paintings of Bacchus to photographs of Leigh Bowery, Bianca Del Rio, and Crystal LaBeija. www.goodreads.com
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BUDGET? WHAT BUDGET! THE NON-BUDGET GIFT GUIDE STEINWAY & SONS “Pictures At An Exhibition” Art Case Steinway Meticulously created over the course of 4 years, the instrument features paintings of immortal images from Russian history and folklore: landscapes, Baba Yaga’s clock hut, the Great Gate of Kiev, and many more. The piano is currently in Steinway’s beautiful new VIP “Vault” at its New York factory and is for sale for $2.5 million (USD). www.steinway.com
OFFICINE GULLO BBQ 100 For outdoor cooking enthusiasts who prefer to grill with the utmost convenience, Officine Gullo presents a collection of barbecues that displays a wealth of expertise in cooking systems. BBQ 100 is valued at $8,600 and comes with a soapstone chopping board with stone holder made in fine oil-treated walnut timber. www.officinegullo.com/us/
MOD SÉLECTION RÉSERVE VINTAGE 2008 Mod Sélection is a luxury Champagne created by award-winning wine and spirits producer Brent Hocking with Maison Pierre Mignon. Since 1892, the legacy and learning of five generations in an exclusive enclave of the Vallée de la Marne have helped produce the finest Champagnes. https://modhousecollection.com
CHOPARD HAPPY HEARTS — GOLDEN HEARTS In honor of the 25th James Bond film, No Time to Die, Chopard has created a unique jewelry collection named Happy Hearts - Golden Hearts. Co‑President and Artistic Director Caroline Scheufele shares her vision of the James Bond woman – determined and courageous – by reinterpreting the iconic Chopard Happy Hearts Collection. The pendant, bangle, and earring jackets set is valued at $13,007. www.chopard.com
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GLENFARCLAS 60 YEAR OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH Run by the Grant family since 1865 (but dating back all the way to the late 18th century), the iconic Glenfarclas distillery remains fiercely independent to this day, crafting among the most highly regarded single malts in the Highlands. Well California’s K&L Merchants have a couple bottles of this rare nectar stashed away in their treasure troves. The Glenfarclas 60 Year Old comes packaged in a gorgeous crystal decanter. Contact K & L directly to order one for the serious whiskyphile on your list for $20,000 a bottle (currently listed at $22,000). Good luck finding it anywhere else, as the Glenfarclas 60 Year Old is currently not listed anywhere in the US. www.klwines.com
TRAVEL IN STYLE Rimowa has released a new carry-on designed in collaboration with Italian fashion brand Moncler, called “Reflection Cabin,” and it retails for a jaw-dropping $3,200. www.rimowa.com/us/en/home
PORSCHE DESIGN AND ACER TEAM UP TO CREATE A SPORTY LAPTOP Porsche Design, the company’s discrete accessories division, has teamed up with the computer makers Acer for a luxurious new laptop, according to a joint press release. Dubbed the Porsche Design Acer Book RS i7, the sleek device aims to bring sports car-like stylings to your portable PC. www.porsche-design.com
2020 LIVEWIRE ELECTRIC HARLEY DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE That mid-life crisis will look a whole lot less sad when he’s riding the all-new electric Harley—quiet, efficient, and futuristic. $29,799.00 www.harley-davidson.com
MW65 ACTIVE NOISE-CANCELLING WIRELESS HEADPHONES Headphones With top-of-the-line active noise cancellation and no cord, nothing can distract the wearer from a favorite podcast or playlist. And there’s no beating that design aesthetic. www.amazon.com
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VIRTUAL SHOPPING BY DANN FOLEY What a year, right!? I am normally very excited for the holiday season to arrive. Weeks and weeks of planning, shopping, decorating and preparing my annual Christmas Eve party. What a difference a year can make. But, just because Covid-19 is keeping you and your loved ones apart, it doesn’t mean that Christmas is cancelled. Maybe, this year it really will be about the thought. Make it more about quality than quantity. This year’s Holiday Shopping Guide is the most socially distant friendly shopping experience the season has to offer. This year I am going to decorate every corner of my home, as I always do. In fact, I just may go a bit further, add a few more lights, another strand of garland, one more wreath. We need Christmas more than ever this year! Instead of lamenting the terrible year, let’s try celebrating the season and anticipating the new year. Live it up! I for one will be doing almost all of my shopping online for the very first time. In preparation I have been doing some reconnaissance to get myself ready for the Virtual Black Friday to come. I have also reached out to some of my favorite local boutiques to see what plans they have made for those gifts I just cannot get online…and of course, I am going to share it all with you. Let’s start with my online favorites. Some of these companies you will know, others may be new finds. Either way they are all worth a peruse to find some of the most beautiful and unique gifts you might ever have found if not online. www.AMAZON.com I know, it’s an easy one, a throw away on any virtual shopping list but, did you know that Amazon actually categorizes your Christmas shopping for you? Your shopping couldn’t be easier. You will find links to every category of gift giving you can think. No empty and over loaded searches. Choose the link to fashion for women, men, kids. Or try beauty. Try Stocking Stuffers or, how about Holiday Deals? You know everyone on your list will want some electronics, click the section, then filter your particular category. Every category of gift is just a click away. They make searching for the perfect gift as easy as a click. And, feel free to shop early, most everything on the site is returnable thru January 2021. www.QVC.com Bet that is one you never thought I would mention! The QVC website is like a department store. It’s full of everything you could want and to give. If you have an interest in buying or
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to make a little extra cash this season to spend on gifts, you can have one of their professional consultants give a virtual review and pricing for your offerings. They will evaluate everything and send you pre-paid shipping labels. I can say from personal experience their consultants are knowledgeable and delightful. When you sell items on their site you not only get your check quickly but, you earn discount rewards to use on the site for yourself or more gifts. What could be more meaningful for your community and your neighbors than to support small businesses which have been the hardest during the virus. You can have the joy of giving and the satisfaction of knowing you are helping your local businesses. Your purchase, no matter the size can actually help them to survive into the new year and offer them and their families the hope they so badly deserve. With that in mind here are just a few of the boutiques I will be shopping with by appointment, private showings and even home delivery. Wil Styles, Palm Springs. Located at 875 N. Palm Canyon drive in Palm Springs, design district, they have become the go-to place for specialty brands, emerging designers. Their contemporary fashion offerings run from casual to evening and they cater to both women and men. They also happen to have one of the best designer sun glass offerings anywhere in the desert! Will Styles is open by appointment right now and through the holiday season. I have been shopping with them for years, taking friends in and buying gifts for everyone on my gift list all year long. Give them a call (760.327.9764) and let Molly or Wil treat to a private buying experience. You may never want to go back to other way of shopping!
sending food gifts you will be amazed by the incredible selection of foods and food gifts. You will recognize many brands and you will discover new artisan gourmet companies. Many of the holiday offerings even come with gift boxes to make giving easier. I have ordered fresh cookie dough, candies of every variety, incredible crab cakes, cauliflower crust individual pizzas, breakfast croissants and more. Everything arrives quickly, unbroken and fresh. Give them a try, everyone loves a gift of comfort foods! www.therealreal.com If you are looking for the very best in top luxury designer fashion and accessories, look no further. Here’s the catch…it’s all preowned so the prices are fantastic! TheRealReal is very selective in what they take on consignment. Every item and garment are fully reviewed and authenticated before they are offered online. They only offer the top luxury goods brands so you can satisfy ever label lover on your list. And, if you are looking
Brandon Boswell Diamonds. Even staying close to home doesn’t negate a woman’s (or man’s) desire for fine jewelry. Here is your chance to shop one of the newest boutiques on El Paseo and give the kind of gift that will be remembered forever. Brandon’s beautiful brandnew boutique is intimate, sparkling and full of one of Bespoke pieces. The store is open, feel free to make an appointment or stop by. For everyone’s safety, mask and social distancing guidelines are followed. With our perfect weather, and most restaurants open during Covid-19, why not give a gift to make any foodie happy. Restaurant gift cards are available in any denomination and they can be sent electronically in some cases. These are the easiest and safest way of gift giving and celebrating the season. Some of my favorites in Palm Springs are Tac/Quila for upscale Jalisco Cuisine, and Eight4Nine. Both restaurants offer fabulous food, service and atmosphere, as well as outdoor social distance dining. Celebrate the season. Be safe, be well and Live Well.
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ALWAYS OVERBOOKED BY TERRI SCHLICHENMEYER That man there? He’s just a nice guy. Kind and generous, respectful and friendly, he’s a true gentleman, and he’s never judgmental. He loves children and animals, truth and honor. He’s a good sport, a good man – and in the new book “Butch Cassidy” by Charles Leerhsen, he’s a good shot, too. Eight years before the film Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid was released in 1969, the last of Cassidy’s Wild Bunch “went into the ground.” Her name was Laura Bullion and, says Leerhsen, she was one of a small handful of female groupies who followed the outlaw gang, led by the man played by Paul Newman. “It was easy,” Leerhsen says “to be smitten by Cassidy...” Born Robert Parker in a tiny cabin in Beaver, Utah, Cassidy grew up uninterested in both his parents farm, and his ancestors’ Mormon religion. He was too fun-loving, too full of mischief and an appreciation for guns, horses, and gambling to settle down – and yet, unlike many Wild West scoundrels, he was well-read, kind and goodhearted which, in the hearts and minds of Old West citizens, set him apart from all the others during his life of crime. Later, though apparently not deceitfully, he began using “Cassidy” as a surname, alternating with his given name. Despite its appeal as an American legend, however, the story of Butch Cassidy and Harry “Sundance” Longabaugh might’ve merely enfolded into history, were it not for Hollywood, although Tinseltown messed with the myth. Reel men and real men were two different things and, says Leerhsen, it’s possible that Sundance wasn’t Cassidy’s best friend. Their bones may not lie in South America, and historians believe that Cassidy may have been bisexual; indeed, Cassidy’s mother commented on it. About the bank heists, train robberies, and horse thefts: Cassidy was a criminal but was Hollywood correct in portraying him as an “extraordinary human being?” “Oddly enough,” says Leerhsen, “the answer, it seems, is yes...” Thankfully, that doesn’t mean a clichéd riding-off-into-the-sunset scene inside “Butch Cassidy.” There’s no such sentimentality here; instead, you’ll find lots of delightful set-you-rights and the chance to meet a roguish scoundrel who’s hard to historically hate – a notion that many of Cassidy’s victims would have surprisingly agreed with. In explaining why that’s so, author Charles Leerhsen shows why Cassidy’s exploits loomed so large in the West but were then largely forgotten for so long. In this, readers may get the sense that the movie memorializing didn’t please Leerhsen, and that he is no fan of the general Hollywoodization of history. But that’s one small part of what’s here. The real appeal of
this book – what’s fully half the fun of it – is the sense that Leerhsen isn’t just telling this tale. He’s growling it, grizzled-like, perhaps over campfire and cowpoke stew, surrounded by rustled cattle. Absolutely, historians will want this book. For sure, L’Amour and McMurtry fans will enjoy it. As for lovers of a good tale, well, if you want something different this summer, “Butch Cassidy” will be a nice change.
“Butch Cassidy: The True Story of An American Outlaw” by Charles Leerhsen c.2020, Simon & Schuster / $28.00 / $37.00 Canada 304 pages
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FEATURE
RAINBOW REVOLUTION BY TOM TIETJEN
What happens when one photographer takes an empty white box and asks his subjects to present themselves the way they want to be seen? It may start a revolution… Magnus Hastings’ new coffee-table book, Rainbow Revolution is a collection of vibrant portraits that celebrate the expanding spectrum of queer identity and visibility. Inspired by the photographer’s social media campaign #GayFace — a project that quickly became a viral sensation for featuring an array of people representing all of the different colors of the LGBTQ community — Rainbow Revolution is packed with more than 300 photographs of everyday individuals and celebrities like Kathy Griffin, Boy George, Luke Evans, and fan favorites from RuPaul’s Drag Race. Accompanying Hastings’ gorgeous photos are powerful essays from some of the subjects,
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detailing their own personal battles in stories that are marked with sincerity and oftentimes, humor. “The essays elevate the book for me and give it a purpose beyond the social media recognition the images have gained,” says Hastings. Magnus Hastings’ “Rainbow Revolution” is available everywhere books are sold on November 24 via Chronicle Books. Magnus Hastings’ passion to depict the queer community in all its Technicolor gloriousness runs deep, and it shows in earnest from cover to cover. “The inspiration for Rainbow Revolution came from watching the world moving to a dark and right winged place,” says Hastings. “I wanted to create a project that was highly visible and unapologetically queer, and one that shouted with pride, defiance, humor, and joy because, after all, if the LGBTQ community is good
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FEATURE at anything, it is laughing in the face of adversity.” The project began in the winter of 2018 when Hastings built a box in his parking garage, a 3-D blank canvas, and enlisted RuPaul’s Drag Race star Alaska Thunderfuck as his test subject. The idea was to allow Alaska to transform the space in any way she chose, so that the image represented how she wanted to be seen. Alaska nailed up some blue fabric, threw together some shapes, struck a pose and in that instant, magic was born. Over the next two years, with his camera in tow, Hastings traveled between Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, and London, building more white boxes and snapping hundreds of mini theatrical pieces that provided hundreds more subjects of varying gender and sexual identities a platform from which to tell their unique stories. Upon shooting close to 1000 boxes, Magnus felt ready to compile some of the best for his second book: Rainbow Revolution. The end result is funny, personal, political, racy and magical, a beautifully diverse celebration of queer identity and community. Inside the pages are fashion designers, medical doctors, nightlife
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personalities, sports teams, finance executives, sex workers and more. “Of all the extraordinary people I have been lucky enough to photograph in one of my boxes, I think Ruby has impacted me most,” reveals Hastings. When Ruby arrived for the shoot, Magnus was introduced to a sweet, shy kid called Jacob who he had to coax into doing a headstand. Jacob’s dads then informed Magnus that Jacob would like to become Ruby, so Jacob left the box, changed into his red dress, and came back. All timidity vanished as Ruby was ready to rock! “As a child who sometimes wore dresses, I identified with Ruby,” Magnus Hastings reflects. “I was deeply moved to see Ruby’s adoring parents allowing their child to be themselves. It is really exciting that the spectrum of what is accepted and celebrated today is broadening so fast allowing people like Ruby to find their tribe and belong.” Visit: www.magnushastings.com/rainbowrevolution A portion of print sales from Rainbow Revolution will go to Magnus Hastings’ chosen charities: True Colors United in the USA and the Albert Kennedy Trust in the UK. Digital galleries can be seen and prints can be purchased at www.magnushastings.com
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ONE DOG AT A TIME BY LEE LYNCH
I can’t save our democracy, but I can do a little good in the world. We are adopting a dog who needs a home. It’s been five years, seven months since our dog Bea died and we’re finally ready and able. I inherited her at age six. I lost her to my sweetheart soon thereafter, as those two bonded immediately. When they were together, Bea would growl to keep me away. We would not have brought another animal into the house in any case. Our cat Bolo had health problems. We, and the Vet, feared the stress might kill her. Bolo took her only pet status as her due. I lasted three weeks after she died and started looking. We brought King the cat home from our local shelter. He has learned the words “King” and “no.” We figure he’s ready too. We found our dog-to-be on line through Adopt-A-Pet. They and Petfinder offer a function to search local shelters. We looked at a number of home-seekers, but one just stuck with us both. A twoyear old stray, she’s smaller than King the Cat by three pounds and was described as loving, smart, and goofy. I can’t think of a better combination of traits in a dog. Used to be, cats and dogs found me. I’d take them home, have them checked by the vet, and that was it. The cats and dogs seemed to work it all out with very little fussing on my part. Experienced now, we have a laundry list of to-dos before we can welcome her home. Like naming her. Any suggestions?
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Now, with both King the Cat and the dog, there were applications to fill out for the safety of the animals, because of the evil humans do. The rescue workers really, really care. I had a long phone interview with the dog’s shelter administrator. Another volunteer did a virtual house and yard tour with Google Duo. I just finished the last hurdle, talking at length to the foster mom who is absolutely besotted with the dog. We’ll go get her in eight days. Our excitement knows no bounds, but oh, the preparations. King the Cat’s food dish has moved atop the washing machine. All his low-lying toys will be elevated. We have a schematic for gradually introducing King and the dog. We’ve fretted about King’s powerful jaws—my hands and arms are a testimony to their strength. This weekend we’ll go through Bea’s legacy of paraphernalia. Will her harness adjust to the correct size—the new gal is only eight pounds. Will she wear the coats Bea barely tolerated? Fetch the balls and frisbee Bea ignored? The biggest project is creating a small grassed yard for her use, especially in the high wind, heavy rain, coastal nights when walking up the block and across the street is simply too unpleasant for woman or beast. In her old age, Bea plain refused to go outdoors in those conditions and had to be carried and set on the ground. So, we’ll tear out the abundant spearmint I planted (the bees loved it).
Then layers of small rocks and ground cloth will be at least partially excavated, the ground leveled, and good soil added. Fifteen rolls of sod will cover the ground. We’ll likely need to rent a roller to do whatever rollers do to attach the sod and soil. The women we’ve worked with to make this all come true— at Match Made in Heaven Animal Rescue and Renee’s Foster Dogs, both in Oregon—are good, good people. All volunteers, the time and money they spend, the problems they tackle, their kindness and devotion to the animals dwarfs the current sour mess of the world at large. They’re the kind of people who should be running the U.S. Breaking news on my computer strikes blow after blow into my heart and mind. Kidnapping a female governor because she tried to protect her state from a lethal virus? Beating a professional jazz pianist in the New York subway until he can never perform again— because he’s Asian? Voting for a madman president with no moral backbone or political expertise, who goads Americans to divisiveness and violence? In these evil times, I’ll cast my vote to grasp at what’s left of our proud democracy. I want leaders who build, not destroy, whose purpose is to serve every single citizen with honesty, respect, and courtesy. What’s giving a safe home to one small dog in the nasty scheme of things? A gesture, a bit more love than was in the world yesterday.
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TRANSCANWORK.ORG
AND WEST HOLLYWOOD LAUNCH THE FIRST-EVER ANTI-TRANSPHOBIA CAMPAIGN BY MONA ELYAFI
As the founder of TransCanWork.org – a program promoting trans inclusivity in the workplace that both provides resources to transgender job seekers and trains the businesses that hire them – CEO Michaela Mendelsohn has leveraged her success and knowhow as a seasoned entrepreneur to help the trans community succeed and thrive in today’s ever-evolving business world. She also serves as the CEO of Pollo West Corp, one of the largest franchises for El Pollo Loco restaurants in the U.S. Western Region. Her unwavering dedication to diversity and inclusion in the workplace awarded her the 2018 Face of Diversity Award at the National Restaurant Association Public Affairs Conference. Beyond shaking things up in her industry, Mendelsohn, Drïan Juarez and the entire Trans Can Work team are changing the game too. There’s so much talk about diversity and inclusion, but Trans Can Work is actually doing something about it and challenging the status quo. Also, at the helm of the pioneering initiative is Drïan Juarez who works as a global consultant on diversity and inclusion and is the Vice President of Programing for Trans Can Work where she works to build inclusive company cultures where gender diverse people can thrive. She has served as the Global Partnerships Manager for Grindr’s Grindr for Equality program where she promoted health, justice, and equality for the global LGBTQI community. She is the founder and former Program Manager of the LA LGBT Center’s Transgender Economic Empowerment Project (TEEP).
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We talked to Michaela Mendelsohn and Drïan Juarez about the partnership with West Hollywood that they are kicking off this November in conjunction with Transgender Awareness Month. Can you tell us briefly what Trans Can Work is about? Michaela: Our mission at Trans Can Work is to create a national culture where gender diverse people can thrive in the workplace. We do this in two ways. We conduct diversity and inclusion trainings and consultations with employers and agencies in addition to providing workforce development for transgender and gender nonconforming community members. Our goal is to create a pipeline from employers who we have trained and certified as inclusive to great candidates from within the community who we have worked with to make them the best candidates for those positions. You have partnered with the city of West Hollywood to encourage diversity & inclusion initiatives. Tell us more about this partnership. Drïan: I am thrilled about our partnership with the City of
West Hollywood. Once again, the City is taking bold steps for the trans and gender nonconforming [TGNC] community by being the first in the country to create an Anti-Transphobia Campaign of this magnitude. Aptly so, the November program launch coincides with Transgender Awareness Month. Initiated by now former Mayor John D’Amico, this program recognizes that TGNC community members continue to have numerous barriers for inclusive workplaces. Current Mayor Lindsey P. Horvath has taken up the reins brilliantly to bring awareness to the challenges faced by TGNC employees. She wholeheartedly believes this program will increase opportunities for employment, create safe and supportive working environments, and help the businesses and employees in the City of West Hollywood understand their role in making these changes last. Two main components of this program include an Inclusive Workplace Toolkit and an eLearning training opportunity. The Toolkit brings together educational materials such as a pronoun timeline, a gender inclusive workplace tips poster, a window decal for businesses to proudly display that they are a gender-affirming company, and much more. The eLearning training is a one-hour, selfdirected course intended to provide City employees and businesses with the essential knowledge needed to help navigate workplace interactions in a manner that ensures a safe and inclusive space for gender diverse people. Creating an authentically diverse and inclusive workplace takes commitment and action from all of us. The Anti-Transphobia Campaign is a truly collaborative effort between the West Hollywood City Council, the Transgender Advisory Board, West Hollywood Business Chamber of Commerce and their member businesses, City employees, and Trans Can Work. Why do you believe this partnership matters? Drïan: This partnership is incredibly important now more than ever! When you turn on the news, all you see is the Trump administration trying to take away trans people’s access to healthcare and giving service providers the ability to discriminate against us. This partnership is like a beacon of hope nationally and serves as a model for other cities to uplift their local gender diverse communities. We have really developed a roadmap for this kind of work and our hope is that other municipalities will see that diversity and inclusion is the future and a campaign like the city of West Hollywood’s Anti-Transphobia Campaign sets a powerful diverse and inclusive foundation from which the city and it’s employers can benefit from for years to come!
What do you ultimately hope to accomplish? Drïan: For far too long, trans people have experienced unemployment at twice the national average and that can be as high as four times the national average for trans people of color. It’s time for that to change! We will know that we have accomplished our goals when we see the majority of community members in employment that not only pays them a livable wage, takes care of their transitional related care, protects them from discrimination and gives them opportunities to thrive and move up in the company. What trans people want is what every American wants, and when we are on a level playing field with our cis-gender colleagues, we will know that we have done some good in the world. What happens for Trans Can Work after the elections in both scenarios? Michaela & Drïan: Trump-There will be more work to be done to protect all of the employment protections that we have. We will work closer with our employers because their commitment to D&I will be vital. Regardless of how the Trump administration will continue to try and take away our rights and protections, it will be employers who will foster inclusive environments that are safe and empower employees to thrive as their authentic selves. Biden-A Biden administration will mean that we can expand on the protections that gender diverse people have not only in the workplace but out in the world. We are laying the foundation now for that vision. You can’t turn back the hands of time and progress and we are positioning ourselves to be there to help employers and organizations meet their D&I goals once the barrier of the Trump administration is removed. What is the one question you wish you’d been asked & why? Drïan: Why is D&I important? When we start to address D&I in the workplace we excavate the origins of sexism, misogyny, homophobia, transphobia, xenophobia and racism. Trans people embody the heart and soul of intersectionality. We are not just trans people, we are trans people who are parents, who are immigrants, who are older and younger, we are a part of every community. It’s important to do this work in the workplace because without an income you don’t have a voice and the history of America is that “melting pot” where many voices come together to create new and brighter opportunities. Anything else you want to add? Michaela: We are excited to have more employers join our vision of a brighter more inclusive future, please connect with us and join the movement! For more information go to: www.transcanwork.org
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THE GIFT OF FITNESS BY JILL LANGHAM
Hello my Weary of Politics, Friends, by the time you read this we will still be in the dark about the next 4 years wondering whether we will feel like celebrating the Holidays or not. Will it be a White (Biden) Christmas or another Orange one? Either way, gifts will be bought to celebrate the holiday of your choosing. What will you focus on? How will you honor the tradition of giving? This is a tough topic for me in good years but is especially rough given our state of mind, country and world, not to mention our own personal financial state. I’ve been amazed by our countries lack of focus on savings. We’ve heard plenty about the lack of salary, welfare, unemployment checks, the increase of online spending but very little about saving. I grew up hearing from my depression-aged parents the value of saving for a rainy day. And if you were getting married in the 70’s up to the near past, you watched many commercials from jewelry stores recommending that the “young person” have at least 6 months salary put aside for an engagement ring. This was the same 6 months that “they” also suggested we have saved in the case of an emergency. (could they have been referring to COVID?)My guess is that most people will feel like we need to stimulate the economy, but going further into debt doesn’t feel like the answer to me. I am worried that people are going to do just that as a way to “treat” themselves and others to make up for such a horrible year. But, I digress. I’d love to see people re-focus their attention on their health and their immune system. I might be exaggerating, but I very rarely hear people say they are going to treat themselves to lo-fat, good protein & carbohydrate meal. However, every January I do hear people say that they are going to start an exercise program which gym owners love as they make over 60% of their yearly income at that time. Did you know that gym owners expect only about 23% of people who buy memberships to use them consistently? Further, gym, fitness & health food market are valued at $38 billion a year! (Source: https://www.creditdonkey.com) But, because of this 2020 Pandemic we’ve been banned from going to the gym forcing us to reconsider not only our commitment to a fitness regime but also to ourselves. Some people have greatly succeeded where others have sadly failed.
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This could be the Holiday where all of that changes for the best. If you’ve made the commitment to yourself, you’re free to share your success with those closest to you. You might consider purchasing them equipment to support your loved ones discipline of choice. Perhaps buying a bike, new athletic shoes, a tennis racket, a pickle ball outfit, golf clubs, individual pilates lessons, personal training sessions or yoga classes, free weights, a stationary bike, or even some resistance bands are in order. You could also support someone who wants to eat well by buying them a gift card for an organic market or restaurant, paying for a year’s subscription for an App like MyFitnessPal or giving them an IOU for a healthy dinner that you will prepare. A survey done by Freeletics of 2000 Americans done this past summer showed some interesting new trends and ones I hope will be carried forward long after COVID-19 has finally been put to bed. 56% feel so confident in their home workouts that they plan to cancel their gym memberships! I believe we can find the glass half full if we look at all of the positive things that have arisen during this “once in a lifetime” event. And perhaps during the next 2 months of this 2020 Holiday Season we can remember to be more tolerant of one another and move to the next higher ground as healthier individuals. Regardless of what you decide to do, I wish all of you a very safe and healthy Thanksgiving. Yours in Love and Health, Jill, your forever Dancing Queen
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REVIVALS STORES CELEBRATING 25 YEARS REINVENTING RESALE TO RAISE MILLIONS FOR DAP BY JACK BUNTING
Revivals Stores, with locations in Palm Springs, Cathedral City, and Palm Springs marks its 25th anniversary in business this month. From its beginning as one store on Vela Rd. near the Palm Springs Airport in 1995, Revivals continues to keep customers, volunteers, and donors coming back, even during this health crisis. Promotion to Thank Shoppers To celebrate more than two decades of support and excellent shopping deals, Revivals Stores is inviting everyone to “Join the Treasure Hunt” and enjoy 50% OFF on select items throughout its stores beginning November 1 and extending through the 25th. These special sale items will have a Revivals 25th Anniversary sticker on them and will be from Revivals new and resale inventory from all store departments. Known for influencing Coachella Valley resale industry by combining vintage and retail, Revivals is well known for affordability, discoverability, and its commitment to community. 100% of Revivals Stores profits (about $1 million annually) support comprehensive healthcare for the 7,000 residents of the Coachella Valley who call DAP Health their healthcare home. The resale store chain’s broad community of generous donors guarantees a steady supply of stellar resale merchandise alongside brand-new furniture and home décor. Early Safety Modifications Payed Off A major funding source for DAP Health, Revivals Stores implemented COVID safety measures over weeks of planning during the early months of the crisis. They include social distancing markers throughout the stores and some minor policy changes. To keep safety a priority, fitting rooms were closed, returns are no longer accepted, and customers now bag their own products unless it is a larger item that requires assistance. “We quickly focused on how we could provide shoppers a
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safe Revivals experience,” says Dane Koch, DAP director of retail. “Acting early has led to us being able to keep our doors open today and into the future.” Volunteers Make Revivals Special The retailer is also celebrating the volunteers who make Revivals a unique shopping experience. “For twenty-five years, volunteers at Revivals have been changing the world, one hour at a time” says Marci Lerner, volunteer coordinator for Revivals Stores. “We asked them to share why they donate their time and talent – the reasons are as unique as the volunteers themselves.” • “As a retired IRS Agent, I like the focus and responsibility volunteering provides me. It is especially important during COVID to keep my life on a steady keel.” - Steve S • “Volunteering provides me a unique opportunity to give back to an organization that has done and still is unreserved in its support of those who live with HIV and AIDS. They have been a beacon of hope for so long. It is a small, yet significant way for Revivals to continue to champion the needs of the community.” - Gary • “Volunteering helps me to feel part of the greater picture of supporting those in need. It also enables me to use my skills to help others. In addition, the social interaction and attention to detail assists in building cognitive strength.” - Guy • “Due to COVID, I’m unemployed and for the first time I have time to give back to my community.” - Sue • “Volunteering gives me purpose. Revivals is the best volunteer organization. What DAP Health services provide to clients is par none. And the treatment of volunteers is amazing at Revivals.” - John Revivals Stores Roots Are in Heath Justice
The financial contribution that Revivals Stores provides to DAP Health is more important today than ever before, according to David Brinkman, CEO. “The AIDS crisis taught us that a community response is the most effective response if we want to address inequities in healthcare,” he said. “When people are in need and in fear, we must remember our humanity and take a place on the front lines.” As DAP HEALTH continues fighting to end HIV in the Coachella Valley, it has is also calling out severe healthcare inequities exposed by COVID, especially among Black and LatinX people. “Equality cannot be experienced by one until it is experienced by all,” Brinkman said. The Mystique of Revivals Stores Revivals is reinventing resale, adding brand new items at affordable prices. Selling never-used items such as bedding is old hat for the 25-year-old retailer; it’s been doing that for more than a decade-and-a-half. But five years ago, the decision was made to get into the new home décor business. Today, locals vote Revivals ‘Best Furniture Store’ because of its affordable collection of trend right items. A leader in retail, Revivals is the only thrift shop in America to feature its own brand of new furniture, lighting, rugs and accessories. Shoppers at Revivals can choose from brand new furniture and accessories while mixing their new style with thrift store finds from the decade of their choice. “We saw a real need in the Valley for merchandise that is stylish, good quality and affordable,” adds Dane Koch, director of retail. Revivals offers home furnishing from more than 50 vendors— including brand names such as Ashley, Diamond, and Coaster—but much of its inventory is custom-made for the store, and all of its selections fall under Revivals’ Mode label. While the Palm Springs shop focuses on all things midcentury modern, the Cathedral City
branch trades on value, and the Palm Desert outlets’ assortment is more traditional in style. Revivals employees and dedicated volunteers create a unique retail experience for the 29,000 people who shop the stores each month looking for a unique thrift store find while shopping brand new furniture and accessories. “There’s an excitement in our stores that you don’t feel at traditional retailers. Part of that is the thrill of the hunt, but there’s something else happening and I think that is connection to community. Our volunteers have created a unique community of neighbors helping neighbors inside Revivals three store locations. They know we are selling product with a purpose,” says Director of Brand Marketing, Steven Henke. About Revivals Stores Revivals has three locations: Palm Springs, Cathedral City, and Palm Desert. The stores are staffed by 180 volunteers who support the mission of Desert AIDS Project (DAP), enabling Revivals to make an annual $1 million contribution to the health center. DAP Health has earned a national reputation as one of the most comprehensive HIV/ AIDS service providers in the United States. Greater Palm Springs residents know and love Revivals Stores and have voted it as Best Resale \ Thrift \ Furniture \ Consignment\ or Vintage Clothing Store in four local reader contests this year. Revivals Stores won Best Furniture Store and Best Consignment / Resale Store in Desert Sun’s 2019 Ultimate Pride Contest, Best Consignment / Resale Store in Desert Magazine’s 2019 Best of the Valley, Best Thrift Store in CV Independents 2019 Best of Coachella Valley Contest, Best Thrift Store in GED Magazines 2019 Out Awards Contest, and Best Consignment / Best Thrift Store and Best Vintage Clothing Store in Palm Springs Life’s 2018 Best of the Best Contest.
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THE ERA OF SAINTS AND MARTYRS IS OVER BY JOSEPH A. McCORMACK
When I first started recruiting executives to lead HIV/AIDS organizations 40 years ago, exceptional candidates were willing to take a substantial pay cut to lead these organizations because the disease personally impacted them. An HIV diagnosis or the sickness and death of family and friends was a powerful motivator to bring experience and talent to the table for these leadership opportunities. Emerging community-based organizations, and even some national organizations, had little or no public support and relatively small budgets, but many talented people stepped forward -- sometimes at great personal sacrifice-- to lead them. Twenty years ago, LGBTQ advocacy and social service organizations were able to attract top leadership talent at below market rates because members of the community wanted to be their authentic selves at work and escape the discrimination or code of silence required even in many other progressive organizations and corporations. Boards of Directors today may have a rude awakening when they discover that their compensation packages need to be competitive with other nonprofits of similar size with a similar focus in their high cost of living areas. This is especially true when they’ve had a long-time or founding CEO whose salary was set 10 or more years ago with only modest annual merit or cost-of-living increases. Whether the leadership transition is necessary because of retirement, voluntary departure or a need for new vision and direction, the salary of a new CEO can be substantially more. We are often asked to advise on compensation before we even submit a proposal. For organizations seeking exceptional leadership, a review of the Guidestar Compensation Report is an important first
step in deciding what to pay your next leader. Seeking a bargain is setting out to find someone who is earning below par for their experience. That’s not a formula for attracting top talent, and search committees or managers who ignore the data are setting themselves up for failure. Equity and inclusion are a priority for many nonprofits today, especially those whose goal is to reflect the communities they serve. If the goal is to recruit a bilingual candidate, a person of color or a transgender leader, you are in competition with hundreds of other organizations seeking similar candidates, and you may find yourself in a bidding war. If you can attract an out-of-work candidate at less than they were earning in their previous position, what guarantee do you have that they won’t leave as soon as a better and more lucrative opportunity comes along? As the compensation for CEO’s has steadily risen, so has the compensation for other nonprofit executives. Search consultants who give you sound advice that your compensation range is not competitive are not “making excuses” when real time data shows that you are expecting to be dazzled by the talent they bring to the table when your pay is under market. Even when your mission is important to a candidate, you can’t buy a Bentley with a Buick budget. There are few saints and martyrs willing to work for less than they can earn elsewhere today, and setting out to find them is not a winning strategy. Joe McCormack is the Founding Partner of McCormack+Kristel, the first gay-owned retained search firm in the U.S., with offices in New York, California and Washington, DC.
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>> VIRTUAL WELLNESS SUMMIT: STILL WE RISE On Saturday Nov 14th 9:00AM-12:30PM, Brothers of the Desert will conduct its 2nd Annual Wellness Summit, focusing on Black gay men called “Still We Rise, Our Stories Matter”. We are planning to feature brief dynamic presentations, video excerpts, interactive small group breakout discussions, entertainment and opportunities to connect with our group members and allies. Featured speakers include renowned spiritual leader, author and award winning gospel music artist, Bishop Yvette Flunder, social justice advocate and CEO of Tru Evolution, Gabriel Maldonado, motivational speaker and CEO of Life Maximizer Donnie Hill, Former Palm Springs Mayor, Ron Oden and will be hosted by Coachella Valley TV personality Bryan Gallo Our 2020 Wellness Summit, Still We Rise, will be centered on the theme of resilience. We will look at how we, as Black gay men, along with the support of allies, partners, friends, and family, find and access strength, hope, support and creativity around three topic areas: •
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Embracing intimacy and relationships in all forms. Accessing and building support through troubling times.
Space is limited, and registration is required. A donation of $20 is suggested, and no one will be turned away for a lack of funds. Everyone is welcome to participate. Brothers of the Desert is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a mission to nurture and support Black gay men and allies in the Coachella Valley through social support, education, advocacy, mentorship, philanthropy and volunteerism.
>> GET READY TO MELE KALIKIMAKA THIS HOLIDAY SEASON AT ALOHANA! Pull out those Hawaiian shirts for ALOHANA Returns Nov 29th 10am-4pm to the Palm Springs Cultural Center! A partnership with the wildly popular Palm Springs Vintage Market- Alohana is the perfect opportunity to find that one-in-a-million kind of gift, update and outfit your personal tiki bar turned zoom home office and enjoy all the pleasures of a Polynesian paradise pop up without ever leaving the comfort of the desert. Stroll through a tiki marketplace with cocktails, music, and boxed lunches all while being mindful of our distance. Masks are mandatory and tickets in advance suggested. So skip Black Friday at Walmart and join us for a trip to the islands... music, boxed lunch, and drinks all while being mindful of our distance. Masks are mandatory and tickets in advance suggested. Let’s have some fun, support our local artists and enjoy being outdoors!!! For Tickets visit: www.eventbrite.com/e/alohana-palm-springstickets-126647741805
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>> JFS ANNOUNCES 18TH ANNUAL LIVE STREAM PATRON PARTY BY JEFF HOCKER Save the date, Monday, December 7 at 5:00pm for the 18th Annual Patron Party, an all-new LIVE Stream event. This year’s party will be hosted by Jerry Fogelson and Bea Keats who will give virtual tours of their two spectacular homes along with the engaging 7-time Emmy® Award and 7-time Cable ACE® Award winner Roy Firestone as Emcee for the evening. Our generous Patrons help to provide the essential support allowing JFS to fund programs offering assistance to those most vulnerable in our Valley.
has shared the stage with legendary performers Josh Groban, Reba McEntire, David Foster, Forest Whitaker and Bon Jovi. As an actor, Firestone was featured in the Academy® Award-winning film Jerry Maguire, where he played himself in an unforgettable and often repeated scene with Academy® Award winner Cuba Gooding Jr.
JFS will have some exciting and interesting twists and surprises during this year’s party including a fabulous gift basket filled with wonderful treats delivered to your home, so that you can enjoy it during the live stream event. Plus, a second event, as soon as JFS gets the all clear from the Center’s for Disease Control, you will be invited to attend an in-person tour of the Fogelson and Keat homes featuring live music and an opportunity to mingle with other JFS Patrons.
The work of JFS is made possible by major grants from the Jewish Federation of the Desert, Desert Healthcare District and Foundation, Kaiser Permanente, United Way of the Desert, Fogelson Family Foundation, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, Anderson Children’s Foundation and Regional Access Project Foundation. Also, thanks to the generosity of the following cities who support and fund our programs: Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage and Indian Wells. We wholeheartedly thank all of our compassionate donors who support the welfare of all Valley residents.
Roy Firestone is critically acclaimed as a performer, monologist, humorist, musician, sportscaster and impressionist, Roy Firestone has performed in more than 2,000 venues spanning over two decades. He
For more information on JFS Desert, to donate or to become a Patron, call Cheryl Scarlett at 760-325-4088 ext. 107 or cscarlett@ jfsdesert.org. Visit JFS Desert online at www.JFSDesert.org.
>> GIVINGTUESDAY GivingTuesday is a global day of generosity that will take place on December 1, 2020. It’s a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Over the past 8 years, this idea has grown into a year-round global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. At a time when we are all experiencing the pandemic, generosity is what brings people of all races, faiths, and political views together across the globe. Generosity gives everyone the power to make a
positive change in the lives of others and is a fundamental value anyone can act on. Join the movement and give - each Tuesday and every day - whether it’s some of your time, a donation, or the power of your voice in your local community. It’s a simple idea: whether it’s making someone smile, helping a neighbor or stranger out, showing up for an issue or people we care about, or giving some of what we have to those who need our help, every act of generosity counts and everyone has something to give; whether its locally, nationally or globally. www.givingtuesday.org
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DESERT OASIS HEALTHCARE IS 27TH ON FORTUNE BEST WORKPLACES IN 2020 BY BARRY DAYTON
“Treat your employees like they make a difference … and they will” is a guiding principle at Desert Oasis Healthcare (DOHC), put into action through its Employee Success Program thus making DOHC #27 on Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care 2020 in survey feedback from nearly 800,000 employees nationwide. In 2020, DOHC employees showed their partnership with management in greater ways than ever before. “The coronavirus pandemic has turned the world upside down for almost everyone and 2020 has been one of the most challenging years that most of us can remember in our lifetimes,” said Dr. Marc Hoffing, Medical Director of Desert Oasis Healthcare. “That’s why I am so proud of how our employees have met the daily challenges of COVID-19 and continued to provide excellent care to our patients.” As the pandemic hit California in March, Desert Oasis Healthcare (DOHC) quickly provided clinical staff with the necessary personal protection equipment (PPE) and transitioned to work-fromhome jobs for nonclinical staff. DOHC also formed a COVID-19 Task Force that provided the latest information and updates to staff through its employee intranet and to its patients and other visitors to MyDOHC.com, the company website. In the earliest days of the pandemic, DOHC also worked with NBC Palm Springs to produce a public service announcement with community partners Eisenhower Health and Desert Care Network. In determining the Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care & Biopharma 2020 list, Fortune Magazine enlisted the services of the namesake analytics firm that had already bestowed Great Place to Work® recognition on DOHC for two consecutive years. Best Workplaces rankings were determined by analyzing anonymous survey feedback from nearly 800,000 employees working in the Healthcare & Biopharma industry in the U.S. DOHC’s Employee Success Program commits to the health and
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wellness of its staff with offerings that include lunchtime sessions for yoga, vegan cooking, stress reduction in the workplace, parenting and bereavement support, as well as weekend and after-hours programs for hiking, weight loss management, smoking cessation, and much more. HARC – Health Assessment and Research for Communities – recognized this commitment to employee self-actualization at its inaugural Coachella Valley Workplace Wellness Awards. “When the independent panel of judges voted DOHC as the first Grand Prize winner of their Workplace Wellness Awards in 2016 we were pleased and flattered to be recognized for our work in prioritizing employee health and wellness,” said Dr. Teresa Hodgkins, VP of Clinical Quality Initiatives at DOHC. “When we won the award for the second consecutive year, we thought it was time to remove ourselves from award consideration and become the presenting sponsor of the awards – which we’ve done every year since – so that we could help HARC advance workplace wellness for others in the Coachella Valley and beyond.” Although Desert Oasis Healthcare appreciates awards and accolades like being #27 on the Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care 2020, the real reward comes with increased employee morale and productivity, as well as decreased absenteeism and health care costs. Dr. Hoffing added, “As we are all tested in the new and different ways we have been with COVID-19, we have evidence every day that the employees of DOHC all have the same goals: providing the best quality care for our patients while practicing selfprotection and concern for our fellow employees.” For more information, visit www.mydohc.com.
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MUSIC KYLIE MINOGUE’S FORTHCOMING ALBUM ‘DISCO’ OUT THIS WEEK BY MARTHA TANG
‘DISCO’ is the first new album from Kylie since her 2018 album ‘Golden’, which hit number 1 in both the UK and Australia. Collectively, Kylie’s singles have spent over 300 weeks in the Official UK Singles Chart Top 40 and she has sold more than 80 million albums worldwide. Kylie has multiple awards and accolades to her name, including 3 BRIT Awards, 2 MTV Music Awards and a Grammy. Her 2019 Glastonbury performance was the most-watched TV moment in the festival’s history. Fans can visit a newly-launched website at www.kylie.com
SELENA: THE SERIES, COMING TO NETFLIX IN DECEMBER BY RYAN TURRIN
Kylie releases the official remix of ‘Magic’ by Purple Disco Machine via BMG Recordings. Her 15th studio album ‘DISCO’ will be released November 6. International DJ, producer and remixer, Tino Piontek aka Purple Disco Machine created the official remix of ‘Magic’. It incorporates elements of his signature disco house sound overlaid with the track’s catchy chorus. ‘Magic’ was released last month with an accompanying music video, directed by Sophie Muller, watch HERE. It’s the second single to be released from Kylie’s forthcoming record, following lead single ‘Say Something’, which received widespread acclaim. NME deemed the track ‘sparkling’ while Rolling Stone called it ‘an introspective dance track with lyrics that feel pertinent for our quarantine days’. The official video for ‘Say Something’, also directed by Sophie Muller, was released earlier this year.
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Selena: The Series, a coming-of-age story following Selena as she chases her dreams, and the heart-wrenching and life-changing sacrifices she and her family make as they navigate the highs and lows of success, loss, love, and music. Part one of the two-part series premieres on Netflix on December 4, 2020. Before she became the Queen of Tejano Music, Selena Quintanilla was a young girl from Texas with big dreams and an even bigger voice. The two-part coming-of-age drama Selena: The Series explores the once-in-a-generation performer’s journey as a young artist, from singing small gigs in Corpus Christi with her family to becoming one of the most successful Latin artists of all time — and the years of grit and sacrifice the Quintanilla family navigated together before Selena’s meteoric rise to fame. From executive producers Jaime Dávila, Rico Martinez, Hiromi Kamata, Suzette Quintanilla, Simran A. Singh and Moises Zamora, Selena: The Series was created by Zamora, with Don Todd (“This is Us”) consulting, and stars Christian Serratos, Gabriel Chavarria, Ricardo Chavira, Noemí Gonzalez, and Seidy López.
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PROM ON NETFLIX DEC 11 BY RYAN TURRIN
Everyone Deserves A Chance To Celebrate. Dee Dee Allen (threetime Academy Award winner Meryl Streep) and Barry Glickman (Tony Award winner James Corden) are New York City stage stars with a crisis on their hands: their expensive new Broadway show is a major flop that has suddenly flatlined their careers. Meanwhile, in small-town Indiana, high school student Emma Nolan (newcomer Jo Ellen Pellman) is experiencing a very different kind of heartbreak: despite the support of the high school principal (Keegan-Michael Key), the head of the PTA (Kerry Washington) has banned her from attending the prom with her girlfriend, Alyssa (Ariana DeBose). When Dee Dee and Barry decide that Emma’s predicament is the perfect cause to help resurrect their public images, they hit the road with Angie (Academy Award winner Nicole Kidman) and Trent (Andrew Rannells), another pair of cynical actors looking for a professional lift. But when their self-absorbed celebrity activism unexpectedly backfires, the foursome find their own lives upended as they rally to give Emma a night where she can truly celebrate who she is. Directed by Ryan Murphy and also starring Tracey Ullman, Kevin Chamberlin, Mary Kay Place, Nico Greetham Logan Riley, Nathaniel J. Potvin and Sofia Deler, The Prom is the spectacular, big-hearted film adaptation of Chad Beguelin, Bob Martin and Matthew Sklar’s awardwinning, Tony-nominated Broadway musical. Screenplay by Bob Martin and Chad Beguelin; the film is produced by Ryan Murphy, Alexis Martin Woodall, Adam Anders, Dori Berinstein and Bill Damaschke. Release Date | In Select Theaters December and on Netflix December 11, 2020
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VIOLA DAVIS AND CHADWICK BOSEMAN STAR IN MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM COMING TO NETFLIX DECEMBER 18
Tensions and temperatures rise over the course of an afternoon recording session in 1920s Chicago as a band of musicians await trailblazing performer, the legendary “Mother of the Blues,” Ma Rainey (Academy Award® winner Viola Davis). Late to the session, the fearless, fiery Ma engages in a battle of wills with her white manager and producer over control of her music. As the band waits in the studio’s claustrophobic rehearsal room, ambitious horn player Levee (Chadwick Boseman) — who has an eye for Ma’s girlfriend and is determined to stake his own claim on the music industry — spurs his fellow musicians into an eruption of stories revealing truths that will forever change the course of their lives.
August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Fences. Washington and Viola Davis reprised their roles from the 2010 revival of the play that earned both actors Tony Awards. The film adaptation was written by Wilson and appeared on numerous 2016 top film lists, ultimately winning Davis the ‘Best Supporting Actress’ Academy Award and Golden Globe. The film also received Academy Award nominations for Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay (August Wilson) and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Denzel Washington).
Adapted from two-time Pulitzer Prize winner August Wilson’s play, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom celebrates the transformative power of the blues and the artists who refuse to let society’s prejudices dictate their worth. Directed by George C. Wolfe and adapted for the screen by Ruben Santiago-Hudson, the film is produced by Fences Oscar® nominees Denzel Washington and Todd Black. Colman Domingo, Glynn Turman, Michael Potts, Taylour Paige and Dusan Brown co-star alongside Grammy® winner Branford Marsalis’ score.
Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ s powerhouse ensemble cast includes: • Academy Award winner Viola Davis (Widows, Fences) as Ma Rainey. • Chadwick Boseman (42, Get On Up, Black Panther) as Levee. • Emmy Award winner Glynn Turman (In Treatment, How to Get Away with Murder) as Toledo. • Tony and Olivier Award nominee Colman Domingo (If Beale Street Could Talk) as Cutler. • Michael Potts (Show Me A Hero, True Detective, The Wire) as Slow Drag. • Taylour Paige (Zola, Hit The Floor) as Dussie Mae. • Dusan Brown (42) as Sylvester.
Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom producer Denzel Washington previously starred in, produced and directed the 2016 film adaptation of
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1-888-445-6211 CHOICE 1-YR ALL INCLUDED PACKAGE W/ OTHER ELIG. SVC: Ends 11/7/20. Available only in the U.S. (excludes Puerto Rico and U.S.V.I.). Pricing: $59.99/mo for first 12 mos. only. After 12 mos. or loss of eligibility, then prevailing rate applies (currently $115/mo for CHOICE All Included), unless cancelled or changed prior to end of the promo period. Pricing subject to change. $5/mo. autopay/paperless bill discount: Must enroll in autopay & paperless bill within 30 days of TV activation to receive bill credit starting in 1-3 bill cycles. First time credit will include all credits earned since meeting offer requirements. Must maintain autopay/paperless bill and valid email address to continue credits. No credits in 2nd year for autopay/paperless bill. $10/mo. bundle discount: Internet: Reqs new (min. $39.99/mo plus taxes and $10/mo. equip. fee) or existing svc. Excludes DSL. Equipment Non-Return fees apply. Wireless: Consumers only. Sold separately. Reqs new (min. $50/mo after discounts) or existing AT&T postpaid svc on elig. plan (excl. Lifeline) on a smartphone, phone or AT&T Wireless Internet device (excl. voice-only AT&T Wireless Internet). Both svcs: Eligible svc must be installed/activated w/in 30 days of TV activation and svc addresses must match to receive bill credit starting in 1-3 bill cycles. First time credit will include all credits earned since meeting offer requirements. Must maintain both qualifying svcs to continue credits. No credits in 2nd year for bundled services. Includes: CHOICE All Included TV Pkg, monthly service & equipment fees for one Genie HD DVR, and standard pro installation. Additional Fees & Taxes: Price excludes Regional Sports Fee of up to $9.99/mo. (which is extra & applies to CHOICE and/or MÁS ULTRA and higher Pkgs.), applicable use tax expense surcharge on retail value of installation, custom installation, equipment upgrades/add-ons (min. $99 one-time & $7/mo. monthly fees for each extra receiver/DIRECTV Ready TV/Device), and certain other add’l fees & charges. See att.com/directvfees for additional details. Different offers may apply for eligible multi-dwelling unit and telco customers. DIRECTV SVC TERMS: Subject to Equipment Lease & Customer Agreements. Must maintain a min. base TV pkg of $29.99/mo. Some offers may not be available through all channels and in select areas. Visit directv.com/legal or call for details. GENERAL WIRELESS: Subj. to Wireless Customer Agmt (att.com/wca). Credit approval req’d. Deposit/Down Payment: may apply. Additional monthly fees & taxes: Apply per line & include Regulatory Cost Recovery Fee (Up to $1.50), Administrative Fee ($1.99) & other fees which are not government-required surcharges as well as taxes. Additional one-time Fees may apply. See www.att.com/mobilityfees for more details. Usage, speed, coverage & other restr’s apply. International and domestic off-net data may be at 2G speeds. AT&T service is subject to AT&T network management policies, see att.com/broadbandinfo for details. 2020 NFL SUNDAY TICKET OFFER: Subject to change. Package consists of all live out-of-market NFL games (based on customer’s service address) broadcast on FOX and CBS. However, games broadcast by your local FOX or CBS affiliate. will not be available in NFL SUNDAY TICKET. Games available via remote viewing based on device location. Other conditions apply. 2020 NFL SUNDAY TICKET regular full-season retail price is $293.94. 2020 NFL SUNDAY TICKET MAX regular full-season retail price is $395.94. Customers activating CHOICE Package or above or MÁS ULTRA Package or above will be eligible to receive the 2020 season of NFL SUNDAY TICKET MAX at no additional cost. NFL SUNDAY TICKET subscription will not automatically renew. Only one game may be accessed remotely at any given time. Compatible device/operating system required for online/mobile access. Additional data charges may apply. Visit directv.com/nfl for a list of compatible devices/system requirements For full Mix Channel and interactive functionality, HD equipment model H/HR 21 or later is required. NFL, the NFL Shield design and the NFL SUNDAY TICKET name and logo are registered trademarks of the NFL and its affiliates. NFL team names and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. ©2020 AT&T Intellectual Property. All Rights Reserved. AT&T, Globe logo, DIRECTV, and all other DIRECTV marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.
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