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Last Week Wrapped Up

February 6th marked the sixth anniversary of Edison Farrow’s signature weekly event, Martini Tuesdays. As most of you know the event is a roving cocktail party that meets in a different location each week. From venues like the Delano and Townhouse hotels to great restaurants like Cafeteria, O Asian Grill and Skybar, this weekly event is a great place to network and meet people in a relaxed, social environment. Congrats to Edison Farrow on six years and the best Martini Tuesday ever! 

Saturday night a gallery opening was held for Heaven on Earth presented by bubbaclicks.net at The Gallery of the Unknown Artists in downtown Hollywood. Local photographer Bubba this time turned his camera to angels and what a spectacular show! Most of the photographs were of stone angels, the kind you find on religious ornamentation. Also included in this showing were provocative pieces including men with wings, leather boots and chains. Literally hundreds of art enthusiast showed up for this opening and I doubt anyone walked away disappointed. 

Also Saturday night Coliseum presented their 7th annual I Feel Love Ball. This year’s event was nothing short of spectacular with performances by T.P. Lords and Erika Norell, both of which needed to be seen to be believed! Dancing on the boxes were Coliseum’s squad of bisexual muscle gods, also know as go-go boys! DJ Tracy Young pumped up the music for an enthusiastic crowd that worked it on the dance floor. Once again, hats off to Gary Santis and the entire Coliseum crew for a spectacular Valentines event. 

Sunday’s final T at the Jackhammer location on Andrews Avenue was jam-packed as usual! DJ Marc Scott kept the crowd on the dance floor as he spun the final night before next Sunday’s move to Steel Nightclub on Powerline Road. It seemed like everyone in town stopped by to say goodbye to what has become the favorite last hurrah of the weekend. Look for all of your old friends and maybe a few new ones as Jackhammer reopens next Sunday for a Presidents Day T that will surely be tremendous.

Portraits of Josephine Baker

Portraits of Josephine Baker is being shown at World Erotic Art Museum (1205 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach) to commemorate Black History Month, Naomi Wilzig's collection of gorgeous Josephine Baker portraits will be the museum's main focus. Admission is $15.00 Call 305-532-9336, or visit www.weam.com .

Glengarry Glen Ross
Mosaic Theatre presents Pulitzer Prize Winner "Glengarry Glen Ross" by David Mamet. Limited engagement - 3 weeks only! reserve now by calling (954) 577-8243 - www.mosaictheatre.com  at the American Heritage Center for the Arts, 12200 West Broward Boulevard, Plantation. This scalding comedy took Broadway and London by storm and won a Pulitzer Prize. Never has an author's ear for the rhythms of contemporary speech been keener than in this tale of cutthroat competition among real estate salesman. Performances for this production are as follows: Thursdays @ 8:00 p.m. - Fridays @ 8:00 p.m. Saturdays @ 3:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. - Sundays @ 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices are $29 for adults, $25 for seniors, $15 for students. 2/15 to 3/04
Two Winter Party Events

The first-ever Winter Party Festival event specifically for transgender persons will take place on Saturday, March 3, from 8 pm to midnight at the fabulous Miami Beach Cinematheque & Gallery.  The evening will feature cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, a brief presentation by noted sexologist and author Dr. Marilyn Volker, the premiere of the film Life’s a Drag and performances by Topaz, Mark Angelo and Sandy Collins. Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 at the door, but space is limited.

Winter Party Festival, one of the world’s largest annual celebrations for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community, is introducing a comedy show to its 2007 line-up. Comedy Spotlight debuts Friday, March 2, at 8 p.m. at the Jackie Gleason Theater, 1700 Washington Avenue on South Beach. Out comedians Leslie Jordan, ANT and Michele Balan will perform during the two-hour event. “The theme for this year’s festival is ‘Beyond Borders’,” says JC Curry, a festival co-chair, “and we wanted a flagship event that would be something for everyone — including those outside of the LGBT community. What tears down barriers better than laughter?” The event also will feature an art exhibit showcasing the works of local artists Lazaro Amaral, Monica Hernandez and Alekxey Sabido. Proceeds from art sales will be donated to Winter Party Festival. Tickets for the event are $41.50 and $61.50. VIP tickets, priced at $101.50, include a backstage reception with the stars, free cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are available at the Jackie Gleason Theater and through Ticketmaster.  Comedy Spotlight SM will be interpreted for the hearing-impaired. The Performers Leslie Jordan is the 2006 Emmy Award winner for “Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series” for his portrayal of Beverley Leslie on Will and Grace. He is also well-known for his outrageous performance as Brother Boy in the feature film version of Del Shores’ adaptation of his play, Sordid Lives. He has had recurring roles on Boston Legal and Reba, and his autobiographical one-man show, Like a Dog on Linoleum, has performed to sold-out audiences at theaters across the country. ANT hosts VH1’s Celebrity Fit Club and stars in his own LOGO series, U.S. of ANT. A regular guest on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, he is also the only comedian to appear on all three seasons of NBC’s reality series Last Comic Standing. His hit stand-up DVD, ANT: America’s Ready, and comedy CD, Follow My Ass!, are available in stores and online. Michele Balan has performed on Comedy Central and in many of the nation’s top comedy clubs, theaters and festivals, as well as on cruises. She was voted one of the "Top 10 Comics" by Backstage Magazine in 2004. She outlasted all of the other female comedians on a recent installment of NBC’s Last Comic Standing. Two-thirds of the net proceeds from Winter Party Festival will be distributed to the Miami-Dade LGBT community through a program administered by the Dade Community Foundation. The remaining one-third of the proceeds will benefit the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force.

SpeakOut Project

Tigertail Productions launches their new SpeakOut project for the GLBT (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered) community with a weeklong residency with nationally recognized Latino gay spoken word poet Emanuel Xavier. Workshops and an open mic evening for GLBT youth, as well as readings throughout Miami-Dade, take place from February 20 through February 24. All events are free. For more information and a full schedule of events visit www.tigertail.org  or call  Tigertail Productions at 305 324 4337.

Palm Beach Gay Pride

Former American Idol contestant Frenchie Davis will headline the fourteenth annual PrideFest of the Palm Beaches, being held on March 24 and 25, at Bryant Park in Lake Worth. The event plans to attract nearly 10,000 people from South Florida and the Treasure Coast. Davis, a contestant on season two of the hit Fox television show, has also performed in "Rent" on Broadway and the West coast tour of "DreamGirls." Saturday's other featured entertainment a variety of folk rock, indie, and soulful music by Bev McClelland, Steph Taylor and Ashland Miller. Miami Beach's DJ Oren Nizri will return to spin soulful house music, rounding out Sunday's wide range of entertainment, including Latin dance sensation Shelina and folk rock band Halcyon. "Our community celebrates PrideFest to express the importance of diversity in our county," said Nicole Leidesdorf, Compass executive director. "Every year the event expands with better entertainment and games, making it the fun, family festival we all enjoy." More than 150 local businesses will showcase everything from jewelry and art to non-profit organizations. Washington Mutual and Sun-Sentinel are among the leading sponsors for this year's festival. Sunday's Grand Parade will begin at noon at South J Street and will be marshaled down Lake Avenue to Bryant Park. The grand marshals will judge the Booth Decorating Contest, themed on pop culture television shows. Community events will be held on March 15 in downtown Lake Worth and on March 17 at Kashmir Dance Club in West Palm Beach. Advanced tickets and packages can be purchased at Compass at 7600 S. Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach. Guests are encouraged to buy tickets in advance to avoid the lines at the gate. Pets are not permitted in the park. For more information, call 561-533-9699 or visit www.compassglcc.com.

Jewish and Christian Treasures From The Holy Land

The Men's Club of Congregation Etz Chaim will get together on Sunday, March 18, at 1:00 p.m., to view the Fort Lauderdale Museum of Art's special exhibit, “Jewish and Christian Treasures From The Holy Land.”   Sponsored by the Jewish Community Foundation and the Jewish Federation of Broward County, the exhibit features archeological artifacts from the days of the Second Temple, the Herodian Period and the first century C.E. as well as artifacts from the fourth to the seventh centuries of the Common Era.  Among the many items of special interest is one of the Dead Sea Scrolls, the “Temple Scroll.”  Tickets for the tour are $15 for Members of the Men’s Club and Sisterhood and $18 for non-members.  CEC Education Director, Dr. Murray Lichtenstein will give an informal lecture about the history surrounding that exhibit. Prior to the Art Museum Tour, at 10:30am, the Men's Club members and their friends will gather for Sunday Brunch at Tropics Restaurant.  Tickets for the Brunch are $20 per person, including tax and tips, and features Tropics' huge array of breakfast and luncheon delights, a carving station and complimentary Bloody Marys, Mimosas or Screwdrivers. For more information or RSVP, e-mail cecmensclub@aol.com or phone the Men's Club at (954) 567-8599, extension 3.

 

Featured Events

On Valentines Day, Wednesday Feb 14, join Cupids Cabaret in West Palm Beach (4430 Forest Hill Blvd) as they present the 7th Annual MR. CUPIDS Contest, the largest Male Talent and Body Contest in S. Florida. There will be $1,000 in Cash Prizes, sponsored by Fris Vodka, Bud Light, & Aqueerius.com. Contestants will be judged in the following categories: Evening Wear, Talent/Lap Dance, Physique, Swimwear, Q&A, & Audience Approval and the winner will represent Cupids at four events in the year 2007. Celebrity Judges to include: Scott Holland- Out with Scott (that’s me), Alan Beck-Publisher, Fun Maps, Kip Reynolds – 411, Misty Eyez – Trannie Palace, Terry DeCarlo - Care Resource, Mark Haines - JumpOnMarksList.com, and John Nichols - Owner Club Fort Dix.

This weekend starting on Friday is the Grand Re-Opening of Scandals (in the old Elements location) as Fort Lauderdale’s premiere 7 day a week Country Western bar. As they will feature different events every night (please check their ads right here on jumponmarkslist) however the main event is sure to be their Sundays where they will feature the “Sunday Stampede…….Studs and Suds” with all you can drink Bud and Bud light draft from 3-9pm for only $10. This Sunday from 6-9pm they feature live performances by the popular Dean & Lee. 

For those of you who have followed the success of Noche Latina Fridays over the years you'll remember the party has moved several times and with each move, NLF grew larger and became more successful. On February 16th, Fort Lauderdale's Premier Latin night will once again move, and this time it's to STEEL Video Lounge and Dance Club 1951 NW 9th Avenue (Powerline Road). With state of the art lights, superb air conditioning, two distinct rooms, an outdoor patio and the largest dance floor in a Fort Lauderdale Gay nightclub all pumped up by a new 75,000 Watt Phoenix Sound system, this is sure to be Noche Latina Fridays best location yet. Steel also offers convenient free parking for hundreds of cars. The night will continue to feature FREE WELL AND DRAFT from 9-llpm, DJ George Valdez spinning the best mix of Salsa, Raggaeton, Merengue, Bachata and Cumbia in the main room, and DJ Angel Infiniti spinning Hip-Hop and Top 40 in the video lounge. The night will also star our House Diva's Champagne Bordeaux, Miss Florida 2005-2006 and Alyssa Kartiar, Miss Noche Latina 2007 as well as special guest musicians, Drag Queens and of course, the hottest Latin Go-Go Papi's. Opening night party highlights will include a gift from Bilatinmen.com. The first 300 people will receive a free pair of boxer shorts. To top it off, Steel Owners, Chris Burdecki and Russell Johannsen are offering $1 off all drinks to guys wearing the bilatinmen.com boxer shorts all night long! There will also be lots of other surprises which you will not want to miss!!! For more information visit their website at www.nochelatinafridays.com

Other Upcoming Events

On Wednesday February 14th Zoo Two (2151 Wilton Drive) presents a special Valentines day sale where if you buy 2 Tank Tops or Muscle T’s and get the 3rd one free!!!! 

Wednesday February 14, the Boardwalk presents Video star Roman Heart with 2 live shows. They will also feature the Mr. Heart on Contest hosted by Daisy Deadpetals with a $200 cash prize 

The Men's Club of Congregation Etz Chaim launches its series of classic Jewish films with "Gentlemen's Agreement" (1947) on Thursday, February 15, at 7:30 p.m., at the Wilton Manors home of a Men's Club member.  A pizza dinner will be served before the movie and a discussion will follow the film.  Admission is $5 for members of the Men's Club and $10 for non-members and is limited to 12 people.  "Gentlemen's Agreement," stars Gregory Peck as a writer who pretends to be a Jew in order to uncover anti-Semitism in fashionable society.  A critical success, "Gentlemen's Agreement" won Academy Awards for Best Picture, Best Director (Elia Kazan) and Best Supporting Actress (Celeste Holm).  For reservations and directions, phone Jesse Monteagudo at (954) 424-8449. 

On Saturday February 17th Circuit Saturdays at Steel/Jackhammer presents the “Love Ball” starring DJ Alyson Calagna with performances by JoJo Infiniti. Then on Sunday February 18th the Jackhammer famous Sunday T with DJ Marc Scott moves locations to Steel/Jackhammer. The first 100 people in the door which opens at 4pm will receive a free Jackhammer T-Shirt which will soon become a collector’s item. They will also feature Recording Artist Simone performing her hits. As always there is no cover and free parking. 

Ultra Events presents the grand opening of Snatch Saturdays on February 17th at China White. The night will feature DJ Chaos spinning Dance, Hip-Hop, Rock, and Raggaeton, Open Bar from 9-11pm, Guest host Mizz Cori, as well as Snatch Go-Go Girls. The night is sponsored by Three Olive Vodka, She Magazine, Kittystoybox.com, and the L Word. For more info visit www.pandoraultra.com 

The Coliseum present’s the Military Ball on Saturday February 17th starring Grammy Nominated DJ Chris Cox. 

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Join Flamingo Auto Group South as they help Rosie’s (2449 Wilton drive, www.rosiesbarandgrill.com) salute President's day weekend with a classic car show on Saturday February 17th  from: noon - 4:00 pm. For car club information, email: flamingocarclub@aol.com 

Voodoo Lounge’s Babylon T-Dance and Noche Latina T, presents a spectacular celebration this Sunday February 18th entitled “Mardi Gras Paradise.” The night will star from 4pm till 10pm DJ Dave Dimitri in the main room, DJ Miik on the patio playing disco and DJ Jarel (5pm till 11pm) in the Latin room playing the hottest Latin and Hi-Hop sounds. In addition in the Latin Room there will be shows by Vegas Dion, and the now very popular “Best Butt Contest.” At 10pm DJ Cedric Gervais takes over the main room and then the Voodoo Lounge expands and takes over the Berlin Amphitheater (all entrance is through Voodoo’s front door) to Bring you DJ Tracy Young from 10pm till 4am. Admission is only $10 for members and $15 non members before 7pm and after only $15 for members, any Voodoo VIP card, and all in the biz, and $30 all others; any non members or people who are not in the biz people can also get $15 tickets in advance only (before Feb 17) by purchasing them at the Voodoo Lounge or on wantickets.com. In addition they will feature FREE DRINKS from 4-6pm and $5 drinks from 6-11pm (Coors Lite, Absolut Flavors, and water).  

On Sunday February 18th, Villa Venice (2900 Terramar) presents the hottest poolside Guest House party in Fort Lauderdale from 2-5pm. The entertainment will be b Rod Stephens, and the service will be provided by Jimmy Cunningham. The low $10 admission includes Poolside buffet, Cocktails and Resort Tours. All out of towners staying at another guest house can show their key for ˝ price admission. 

Boom presents Trannie T-Dance starting Sunday February 18th starring Diva, Misty Eyez, Kenendy Davenport, Champagne Bordeaux, Rebecca Glasscock and Tianna Love Iman. 

Edison Farrow presents “Real Tea”, this Sunday February 18th from 6 to 9pm at Flamingo South Beach (1500 Bay Road). This is a complimentary Tea Dance with free admission and cocktails and music by DJ Smeejay. 

On Tuesday February 20th and Tuesday February 27th the Boardwalk presents Carnaval 2007 with a 2 week theme party entitled “One Night in Rio.”  The nights will star DJ Just Oliver and be hosted by Victoria Michaels. 

On Sat. Feb. 24th, Siren at Score will enter the exotic world of the Orient. Join the girls as they revel in a spectacular performance from the Chinese Lion dancers, percussionist and girls that kick ass with their martial arts moves.  The club is going to look great and the music will always keep you on the dance floor. DJ Meesh with the best in Dance music and DJ Dezrock keeping the Escandalo party jumping with the best in Latin music in the Creme Lounge. For more info go to www.icandeeproductions.com 

On Sunday February 25th Pride South Florida presents the annual Miss and Mr. Pride South Florida Pageant being held this year at J’s Bar at 2780 Davie Blvd. The pageant starts at 9pm and features $2000 in cash and prizes. Categories include Presentation, which is disco and not judged, Evening Gown/Formal Wear, Talent and Q&A. The night will be hosted by Diva and star Vegas Dion (Current Reigning Miss Pride), Amanda West, Jose Vega, and Barbra Brice. Admission is $10 in advance and $12 at the door. For more information contact Michael or Kayla at 754-368-6350. 

The Pet Project presents a Garden Cocktail Reception featuring the Drums of Polynesia on Friday March 2nd from 6pm on being held at 2020 NE 3rd terrace in Wilton Manors. Donations will be accepted at the door. 

The Stonewall Library Book Club will meet on Thursday, March 8, at 7:30 p.m.  Moderator Jesse Monteagudo will lead a discussion of "Gay L.A.:  A History of Sexual Outlaws, Power Politics, and Lipstick Lesbians" by Lillian Faderman and Stuart Timmons.  Admission is free and all are welcome.  The Stonewall Library and Archives is located at the Gay and Lesbian Community Center of South Florida, 1717 North Andrews Avenue, in Fort Lauderdale.  For more information contact the Stonewall Library at (954) 763-8565.

Fort Lauderdale Gay Men’s Chorus, South Florida Choral Arts, Inc., is Seeks Board Members

The parent organization of the Fort Lauderdale Gay Men’s Chorus, South Florida Choral Arts, Inc., is seeking members to serve on its board. “Like the chorus itself, the board is dedicated to encouraging and embodying diversity,” said Board Chief Executive Officer Robert Garrett. “So we encourage anyone — male or female, gay, bisexual or straight — who supports the mission and goals of the Fort Lauderdale Gay Men’s Chorus to step forward and express an interest in serving.” The first gay performing-arts organization in the state of Florida, the FTLGMC exists with a mission to build community through quality musical performances that promote a world that accepts and values diversity. It presents a four-concert main season, along with dozens of community performances throughout the year. The recently reorganized South Florida Choral Arts Board is now meeting monthly to develop fund-raising programs for the chorus. “As anyone in the performing arts knows, ticket sales alone cannot keep pace with the costs of presenting quality entertainment,” Garrett said. “Only through the active participation of dedicated board members to help us seek other funding sources can the chorus continue to grow and thrive for the benefit of the entire community.” Garrett cited the chorus’ fall concert with Tony Award-winner Barbara Cook as an example of the chorus’ continued growth and funding needs. The talented performer will join the chorus in concert October 22 on the main stage (Au Rene Theater) of the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale. A major fund-raising event is planned in conjunction with the gala event. SFCA Board meetings will be held quarterly once programs are put into place. For more information, contact Garrett at (954) 763-1862. Rehearsing on Wednesday evenings at the Sunshine Cathedral, 1480 SW 9th Ave., the chorus welcomes new singing members, as well as those who support the chorus behind the scenes on its crew, board or as donors. For more information on the FTLGMC and its 21st season, see www.ftlgmc.org or call (954) 832-0060. This organization is funded in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Division. The chorus’ 21st season is also sponsored by Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) and Pride South Florida.

Territories of the Breast

Territories of the Breast, a documentary on minority women experience with breast cancer will be presented at Cinema Paradiso, 506 SE 6th Street in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday afternoon, March 18, at 12:30 PM.   Following the presentation, there will be a no holds barred audience Q&A with Director Jean-Rene Rinvil, Co-Director & Cancer Survivor Sonia Baez-Hernandez, Composer, Diego Parez, Cancer Survivors Catherine Connor and Tina Nava, and their support systems. In 2006, the Florida-produced film was nominated as Best Documentary at the 5th Annual Urban Mediamakers Film Festival in Atlanta, Georgia, and is this year a selection for the 5th Spaghetti Junction Urban Film Festival in the same city, in April. The feature documentary intimately explores multiple crossroads of breast cancer: health inequality, gender crisis, support system, and medical knowledge, as experienced by artist, performer and co-director Sonia Baez-Hernandez. A survivor of the dread disease, she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2001 at an outpatient facility in Evanston, Illinois. While at that facility, she twice canceled her surgery because her rights to know treatment options and to participate in decisions about her care were violated. She struggled to get access to respectful and nondiscriminatory medical care within this facility. Through a series of networks, she applied to philanthropic organizations and finally had access to surgery, reconstruction, and treatment at Northwestern Medical Center. The film documents unequal choices in medical care and how 46 million Americans without health insurance could potentially experience a violation of their patient rights. It also reveals an intimate portrait of Sonia's struggles and artistic response. Because of her experience, she was intrigued by other women's similar problems in dealing with breast cancer and inequality issues in healthcare. Sonia interviews Latina and African American cancer survivors, including Diana Solis, Tina Nava, Lucille Afua Gram and Catherine Roach Connor, to reveal their personal experiences with breast cancer.     The viewer joins Sonia's journey to see at first hand all the experiences interwoven, disclosing the complexities of medical access, choices, gender crisis, and the meaning of becoming women. TICKETS:  $8 general admission, $7 seniors and students, $5 FLIFF Members.  A percentage of the ticket sales will benefit Project Help, an organization located in Fort Lauderdale, who's mission is to help women with cancer. 

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