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Labor Day Weekend in Pictures |
| Victor Zepka and Julian
Fantechi at Boardwalk |
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| Twilo Miami |
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| Tommy Blade at Cupids |
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| Leather Benefit at
Elements |
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| CJ Night and
Eddie Stone
at Score |
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| Peter Burke's Gay Tea
Cruise (Peter Burke with
Boardwalk's Nicolas and Steve) |
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| Voodoo Lounge's Black
Party |
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| The Dance Floor at Boom |
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| Eddie Stone and Douglas
Lowere at The Bottom Line in
Fort Myers |
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Online Short Story
and Novel Writing Workshop for Lesbian and Gay Writers
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The Next
Generation,
a project of Lavender Writes, the
Broward
County Cultural Division, the Broward County North Regional Library and Border
Books & Music,
presents an ongoing free workshop for gay and lesbian adults who want to learn
how to write fiction or improve their knowledge and writing skills. The course
will meet online, with free computers available at the Broward County Libraries
for people who do not have access to computers at home. Students will learn
about the elements of fiction, write short stories or novel chapters and
critique drafts of work for other students, which will provide feedback for
students while helping them learn to evaluate and improve their own fiction.
This is an interactive class. Students will post drafts of their work and
participate in discussions of fiction wiring and problems and questions as they
arise. The course is organized as a Yahoo Group and meets weekly. Assignments
and discussions are due once a week, but students can participate at a time and
date that is convenient for them. The class is ongoing during the year.
Students can participate for the entire year or for a shorter time. Students
will also have opportunities to read their work at Open Mic readings during the
year. The course is open to new and established writers. A working knowledge of
Microsoft Word and the Internet are required. Attendance is limited to keep
class size small. Students will be accepted on a first-come basis. Additional
students will be accepted during the year as space become available.
Pre-registration required at
LWrites@mindspring.com. This course is part of The
Next Generation, a year-long series of free fiction writing
workshops and public readings for gay and lesbian writers. This program is a
collaborative project of Lavender Writes, the Broward County Libraries Division,
Borders Books and Music and author Karen Dale Wolman. Funding for this
program is provided in part by the Broward County Board of County
Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council.
Non-gay writers and readers are also welcome to participate. Lavender Writes,
Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, provides service and support to
lesbian and gay writers by sponsoring writing workshops, developing public
forums for writers to present their work and offering assistance with
publication.
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PALS Project Launches New Program for HIV+
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Living with HIV/AIDS can
prove quite stressful. That’s why the Gay and
Lesbian
Community Center’s PALS Project has launched CHOICES, a new, five-session small-group program
to help participants reduce stress by building coping skills. The first local
example of the nationally respected Healthy Relationships curriculum,
this free program focuses on equipping HIV-positive men with life skills
including problem solving, decision making and
negotiating choices. Interactive, educational and fun, each two-hour CHOICES
session will
 provide
group members a time and space to share common experiences and learn new skills
from one another. The PALS Project will offer CHOICES (Choosing
Healthy Options & Improving Communication EffectivenesS)
groups both in English and Spanish. The first group
will begin to meet September 7. The PALS staff currently is facilitating
intake interviews for participants. In a supportive small-group environment,
participants will apply different life skills to building healthy, safer
relationships with family, friends and sex partners. “We don’t tell people
that they have to disclose,” states Kristofer Fegenbush of the PALS
Project. “That’s not our purpose. Instead, we focus on developing
decision-making and problem-solving skills. We provide a safe atmosphere for
guys to discuss honestly how they can make more informed decisions about sexual
behaviors and disclosure. There’s great power in sharing common experiences. By
empowering and equipping participants, we can help stop the spread of HIV.” Sessions
involve both the practice of coping skills and motivational feedback from peers
and trained facilitators. Each meeting will involve fun, interactive
role-playing in a positive, engaging and creative setting. “During each
session we’ll view several short clips from popular movies,” explained
Magno Morales, who recently joined the PALS team. “These modern movie
clips serve as a launching pad for role-play and small group discussions. We’ll
relate the clips to times when disclosure or safer sex decisions could be made.
That way, the guys can think about, discuss and act out how they might do things
differently than the movie characters.” The PALS Project’s commitment
to providing Spanish-speaking groups reflects the GLCC’s dedication to help
better serve the Hispanic community. If you or someone you know may be
interested in joining one of these groups, please contact the PALS Project today
at (954) 463-9011 or
PALS@glccsf.org. Talk with a facilitator about how the program might benefit
you. The PALS Project provides HIV+ men with real social support, accurate HIV
information and practical, effective strategies and tools to lead safer, richer
lives. Through creative efforts, the Project aims to
decrease the number of new HIV infections in the community. The PALS
Project provides a safe, non-judgmental environment for men to look at their own
behavior and to make wise choices that benefit their health and the health of
others. The PALS Project is funded by The Florida Department of Health,
Bureau of HIV/AIDS and is sponsored by the Gay and Lesbian Community Center
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Mark's List VIP Special |
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 The
Windamar Beach Resort
has just hired former Titan Star Alex Andros to join their staff. He’ll
be working the front desk and guest relations, and they will also have
personally autographed copies of his videos available for sale! They think Alex
will bring new reasons for you to come and join them for day passes at
The Windamar during the week, and not just on the weekends. The Windamar will
be welcoming Alex with discounted day passes on September 13, 14, and 15.
The normal $15 day pass will be $10 to welcome Alex aboard.
 Ask
for your special Mark's List VIP discount
throughout the month of September
on day passes by telling them you heard about the Windamar
on Jumponmarkslist.com.
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Upcoming Events |
 This
Wednesday, Sept 6th, Hump at
China White goes Egyptian. Hump is MC’d by Mizz
Cori, with door diva the Lady Ivy, hosted by
Jordan Bailey, and DJ FX rockin the house. Go out and
see all of their Egyptian gods….sounds like fun!!!
On
Thursday, Sept. 7th
the New Moon Bar presents the Women4Women get
together. This is a great way to meet business ladies in our
community. The event is hosted by Independent News and GLCC.
Enjoy 2-4-1 cocktails plus light snacks while you support those
who support you.
Starting this Thursday, September 7th
Elements Bar & Motor Mouth Productions presents the
premiere of “2 guys on a Mic, an Interactive Karaoke
Experience.” The night will be hosted by Rickie and
Andy, and feature weekly themed karaoke parties, special
guest performances, hourly prizes and drink specials, as well as
a choice of thousands of songs to sing!! Opening week special
guest will be the cast of Laffing Matterz.
Join the MDGCC on September 7th from 6:30 to
8:30 PM
at new member VINE Wine Tasting Shop @
7657 Biscayne Blvd.
in the
Upper East Side
of
Miami...305-759-WINE.
Hostess Cary Quintana is offering a free glass of one of
their fantastic wines and some light food. Other wines will be
showcased for a nominal charge. Great Networking opportunities
abound so, don't miss this great event. Members $5/potential
members $10 and bring your business cards and, a friend.
On Friday September 8, Evolution at
Score presents the gay media party starring DJ Angelo
Kortez and featuring shows by JOY Entertainment.
 Noche Latina Fridays at
Elements presents free tickets to the new movie “Poster
Boy” on Friday September 8 (to see Misty’s review
click
here). Poster Boy will open at the Gateway Theater
on
Sunrise Blvd , September 15th.
 On
Friday
September 15, in association with Granda Entertainment
and Universal Music Latino, Noche Latina Fridays will
present a CD single release party for Paulina’s “Ananda”
featuring the single Ni Una Sola Palabra.” They will
be giving away FREE CD Singles remixes not available in stores,
Posters and Stickers. With FREE DRINKS (well & dom) form
9-11pm, DJ George Valdez spinning the hottest mix of
Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Cumbia, Raggeton, and top 40, Hot
Latin Go-Go Papi’s, and their all star show at 1:30am
starring House Divas Champagne Bordeaux, Alyssa
Kartiar and guests. For more info visit
www.nochelatinafridays.com
On Saturday, September 9, Twilo in downtown
Miami
presents your only opportunity in 2006 to get a free Twilo
Membership Card. DJ Eric Cullenberg spins.
This
Sunday Sept 10, Babylon T and Noche Latina T at
Voodoo Lounge presents guest DJ Paulie and DJ
Miik in the main room, and new Latin DJ Jarel (who
is getting rave reviews) spinning in the Envy Room
(the room is rocking and packed) spinning the Hottest Latin
tunes as well as shows by Erika Norell and Vegas Dion.
Don’t forget they feature
FREE DRINKS
from
5-7pm and the Boardwalk dancers for your viewing
pleasure.
On Sunday September 10, The Pet Project
presents “Woof Woof” a pool party at Mary’s Resort
(1115 Tequesta Street) from
12 noon to
5pm. The $15 admission includes Food provided by the Chefs
table, 1 drink and DJ Marcio spinning your favorite
hits.
GLCC
presents FabFlicks on Tuesday September 12 at
8pm at Cinema Paradiso (503 SE 6th Street)
hosted by Denise Warner. The movie being shown is “There
Goes The Bride, Imagine Me & You,” and is a refreshingly
unconventional and witty comedy about love’s constant surprises.
Admission is $8, and you can purchase tickets at the door.
The Stonewall Library and Archives is happy to announce
that its monthly GLBT book discussion group will return
from its summer hiatus on Thursday, September 14, at 7:30
p.m. Jesse Monteagudo, author of "The Book Nook"
and an award-winning authority on GLBT literature, will lead the
discussions on the second Thursday of every month. The first
book to be discussed, appropriately enough, is "Stonewall:
The Riots That Sparked the Gay Revolution," David
Carter's history of the pivotal event in GLBT history (that
incidentally gave
SLA its name).
Lambda Chorale's concert at the Broward Center's
Amaturo Theater on Saturday September 16th will
be an exciting, fast-moving production featuring great music
from such well known shows as the
Sound of Music,
Rent,
Phantom of the
Opera,
Chicago,
and
Avenue Q.
Other familiar highlights will include "Ain't No Mountain
High Enough," "Let the River Run," "Put a Little
Love in Your Heart," "Imagine," "Gracias a la
Vida," and a Cole Porter medley. There will also be some
pieces that may be new to you but they are sure you will love.
The entire production will be an energetic, highly enjoyable
mixture of great music and choreography. For chorale members -
singers, production people, and everyone involved - the night is
a labor of love. A love they want to share with you. As of press
time there are less than 100 tickets left so be sure to get your
ticket now as they are sure to be sold out in the next week or
so. Most tickets are $30; however, there are also a limited
number of premium seats (forward rows) available for $40 and
rear-of-theater seats for $25. You can get your tickets by
logging onto
www.browardcenter.org, by
calling the Broward Center's AutoNation
Box Office at 954-462-0222, or by contacting South
Florida Lambda Chorale at 866-937-4644.
Richard Cortez, local folk singer, will be hosting a benefit
concert at the Gay and Lesbian Community Center (GLCC) at
8pm on Friday, September 22nd. This concert
will coincide with his CD release party for Richard
Cortez: Live at the Red Room which, with the $10
admission, you will receive a copy of his album from which he
will be playing the songs. These songs are pre-wollenberg songs
that are from his seedy back room bar days playing for
prostitutes, stoners, and college students. You will also get a
sneak peak at some of the tracks from his upcoming album
He Loves Me Not which contains even more of his
pre-recording days. For more information, go to
www.wollenbergrecords.com or at
www.myspace.com/richardcortez. The GLCC is located at 1717
North Andrews Avenue in
Fort Lauderdale and all proceeds go to benefit the Youth Group
of the GLCC.
On
Monday September 25th, Steel
Nightclub presents the 11th annual Miss South
Florida Illusion and the 2nd annual Miss South
Florida Illusion Classic pageants…More info to come soon!!
We’ve all
fall’n in love, We’ve Fall’n out of Love, But nothing will
prepare you for the love you’ll feel …when
you reach Fort Lauderdale’s
Broward Center For Performing Arts
for Interludes of Love on Saturday, October 7 at
8:00 p.m. Produced & Directed by Joel Caceres, dancers &
performers accompany an all-local star cast including Lennis
Sabatino (JazzyPhat) & Nelson Polanco (NelsonFitness)
in a cleverly arranged collection of songs that lead you into
the whirlwind of emotions that many call Love. A young couple
has parted ways. Both heartbroken, they venture out and meet new
love ones and begin happy lives until a single phone call
changes everything. For the better, for the worst…you decide.
Interludes of Love is a unique show developed to raise funds for
Little River Historical, Cultural & Economic Development
Corporation, a Non-Profit Organization, and their continuing
efforts to improve the local community with education through
employability preparation, training, child sporting programs and
The Arts. Currently, Little River HC & EDC is in desperate need
of a physical location to continue their invaluable work in our
community, in addition to providing a mode of transportation for
children during its many outdoor recreational programs such as
the Professional Golf Association’s My First Tee. Visit their
website for more information at www.interludesoflove.com
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LGBT Events Today |
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 Gay
/ Mixed (Straight & Gay) leagues at Manor Lanes, Wilton Manors |
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* Sunday
Fun League
--- 4 person teams
(Men & Women Welcome) 30 week Winter season - Starts at 3:50 pm -- Restarts September 10, $17 weekly fee ( Fee includes Prize
fund, Bowling fee, End of season Award Banquet fund) Handicapped at 90% of 220
--- USBC Sanctioned League ($18 yearly fee) Bowler of
the week, Weekly Skill Shot Jackpots & Weekly Sponsors Prizes contact Jim Guziak
sundayfunleage@bellsouth.net --
954-701-7564
* Bear Bowl
(An Invitational League)
--- 4 person teams
Some single players may be needed for filling of teams. Sundays -- Starts at
6:15 pm -- Restarts September 10, weekly fee (Fee includes Prize fund, Bowling
fee, End of season Award Banquet fund) Handicapped at 90% of 220 USBC
Sanctioned League ($18 yearly fee) Weekly Skill Shot Jackpots & Weekly Sponsors
Prizes Web Page is:
http://www.bearbowl.com/ Contact:
Bearbowl@gmail.com
* Monday
Nights
--- 4 person
teams
Starts
at 9:00 pm -- Restarts September 11. (Fee includes Prize
fund, Bowling fee, End of season Award Banquet fund) Handicapped at 90% of 220
--- USBC Sanctioned League ($18 yearly fee) weekly
skill shot jackpots & weekly sponsors prizes. Contact: Brian Gordan at:
IGBOBrian@aol.com
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Wednesday Night Mixers
--- 4 person teams (Men & Women Welcome) Starts at
9:00 pm -- Restarts approx October 25, (based on date of Capt meeting)
$17.00 weekly fee (Fee includes Prize fund, Bowling fee, End of season Award
Banquet fund) Handicapped at 90% of 220 --- USBC
Sanctioned League ($18 yearly fee) Weekly Skill Shot Jackpots & Weekly Sponsors
Prizes Contact: Brian Gordan at: IGBOBrian@aol.com
There are plenty
of other Mixed leagues: You can call and speak to Eddie at Manor Lanes
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1517 NE 26th St,
Wilton Manors, FL --- (954) 566-7457. |
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New Day Line-Up |
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 Bills Filling Station presents
3-4-1
(well & domestic)
Wednesdays from 10pm till close with 80’s videos all night long!!
If you haven't been in Bill's in a while, it's time to take a
second look! New owners Mark Negrette and Jackson Padgett have
added plasma TVs, a new game room and given this one-of-a-kind neighborhood bar
a fresh new look. |
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Congregation Etz Chaim’s High
Holy Days Food Drive |
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The Board of
Directors of Congregation Etz Chaim has announced plans for the Synagogue's
Annual
Food Drive to benefit the Poverello Food Center. The Congregation
organizes the
Food Drive each
year as part of its observance of the Jewish High Holy Days. The
Poverello
Food Center, located on Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors, serves the Nutritional
Needs of People Living with HIV/AIDS. Those who would like to contribute to the
Food Drive should bring non-perishable foods to CEC’s Kol Nidre or Yom Kippur
Services, which are being held at the
Religious
Science
Center,
1550 NE 26th Street in Wilton Manors, on Sunday, October 1, at
8:00 p.m. or Monday, October 2, at
10:00 a.m.
This Annual Food Drive is coordinated by the Synagogue’s Tzedakah and Tikkun
Olam Committee, which in Hebrew mean Charity and Repairing the World. Lyn
Saberg, Chairperson of the Committee, is hoping that this year’s collection
will exceed 200 bags of non-perishable food: “This year we will celebrate
our thirty-third historic year as a spiritual home for GLBT Jews in
South Florida.
With the guidance of Rabbi Harold F. Caminker, our Spiritual Leader, we look
forward to a promising new era of growth and development, and we are asking the
members of our wonderful Congregation, and the Community to be generous in their
donation of food for this worthy Agency." For additional information about Etz Chaim’s
High Holy Day Services, please contact the Synagogue Office at 954-564-9232. |
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