Friday's showing of Volver, a feature film by the legendary Pedro Almodovar and starring the gorgeous Penelope Cruz was one of the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival's signature events. Fort Lauderdale's Parker Playhouse was filled beyond capacity with people standing in and sitting in the aisles! Also on hand was Ian Zieiring of Beverly Hills 90210 fame who presented his hilarious short film, Man versus Monday. Film festival patrons were also treated to a decadent opening party, the first event ever held at the new bayfront nightclub and restaurant, La Playa.  

On Sunday October 22 Noche Latina Sunday t at Voodoo Lounge presented their 1 Year Anniversary Extravaganza where direct from Puerto Rico the first lady of Latin rap, Lisa M performed to a packed room songs from her new album “Respect” including the hit single “Hey Ladies.” Lisa M also signed autographs of her poster for all who wanted. She also gave out some free CD’s. They also premiered their new $1000 BEST BUTT CONTEST hosted by Vegas Dion, and the 3 contestants were HOT, HOT, HOT…..this is definitely a contest you want to put on your must see list. In addition the hot sounds of DJ Jarel kept the dance floor packed all night long. For more information visit: www.nochelatinafridays.com

Events are listed in chronological order

Noche Latina Fridays at Elements presents “A Nightmare on Elements Street” on Friday October 27, with their annual $1000 Costume Contest at 1:30am sharp. The event is sponsored by Voodoo Lounge, To the Moon Marketplace, and Marks List. The night will star house diva’s Champagne Bordeaux and Alyssa Kartiar, DJ George Valdez and HOT Latin Go-Go Papi’s. As always they feature FREE DRINKS from 9-11pm and FREE parking.

Boardwalk features a free DVD of “Betwinked……a Bewitching Story” for the first 50 people after 9pm on Friday and Saturday the 27^th and 28^th. They also feature a live show with Robert Long from the movie. Then on Tuesday October 31^st they feature 2 live shows of Titan Exclusive Damien Crosse.

Ultra/Pandora Events presents 2 Halloween contests. On Friday October 27^th they present “Wicked” at Cherry Pie at O’Zone with a $500 in cash and prizes costume contest. They invite you to come out and show them your wicked ways. On Saturday at Elements they present “Nightmare on Elements Street” also with a $500 on cash and prizes costume contest. 

Score presents many parties for Halloween. They start with Evolution on Friday October 27^th when they present “Candy Man” starring DJ/Producer Eddie X. Then on Sunday October 29^th they present Danny Tenaglia. Then on Tuesday October 31^st they present the hottest party on Lincoln road!!! 

GLCC – Presents the Boo Bash which will be a 4 day event. On Saturday Oct 28^th they present the “Clean and Sober Halloween Dance” from 8pm till midnight at the GLCC. Admission is $10 and includes refreshments. On Sunday October 29^th they present the “Monster Mash Pool Party” at the Shubert Resort from 1-5pm. Admission is $10 and includes free beer. On Monday October 30^th they present “Fright Night” at Boardwalk bar with donations at the door. The main event takes place on Tuesday October 31 as they present “Halloween Carnival if Terror” in the GLCC parking lot. This event will start with a kid’s party from 4-6pm, and then continue with the adult party from 7pm till 12:30 am with Rocky Horror inside from 11pm till 12:30am ($5 cover). Vendor and food booths are on sale for only $50 and that includes the table. For more information call 954-463-9005 

Cupid’s – Invites all of their Patrons to come in costume on Saturday Oct 28^th, and if you do you get in FREE. That’s right dress up, be anonymous, and do some things to those sexy Cupids dancers that you would be hesitant to do without a mask……hehe!!! Cupid’s is the only place in South Florida that features NUDE men for your visual pleasure. 

Voodoo Lounge - This Sunday Oct 29,  Babylon T and Noche Latina T and the entire Staff of Voodoo Lounge presents “Rocky Horror T Dance” with the best Rocky Horror Drag Contest with over $1000 in cash and prizes. The T-Dance will feature guest DJ Lydia Prim in the main room, DJ Miik on the Patio and Latin DJ Jarel spinning in the Envy Room (the room is rocking and packed) spinning the Hottest Latin tunes as well as shows by Vegas Dion. Don’t forget they feature FREE DRINKS from 5-7pm. 

STEEL- Have you always wanted to perform or dress up for just one night a year…. Dance or twirl as your favorite girl….. or boy dead legend…..After all it is Halloween! Amateur contestants especially are encouraged to participate this year at The Dead Legends Masquerade Ball a fund raising event for Care Resource at Steel Nightclub on Monday, October 30^th starting at 8:00 pm. The ball is reminiscent of the Berwick Ball held in Columbus Ohio, the longest ongoing Halloween event in our country started in 1964.Prizes will be awarded in 3 categories (1) Best in theme costume (Dead Legend) male or female (2) Couturier, The most convincing female illusion (Evening Gown), this category will be broken down to amateur & professional competitors. (3) The anything goes talent competition, best performance musical or non musical up to 5 minutes. Bring your own music (4) Grand prize, the most outrageous, spectacular, in theme presentation or performance of the night. There will be 1000.00 in prize money awarded. The Dead legends Ball will be hosted by Misty Eyez, Action & Heidi Ho. Judges & performers include Erika Norell, Champagne Bordeaux, Misty Eyez, Noel Leon, Sharde Ross & others. This should definitely prove to be one of the social events of the season. Costume or formal wear requested. 

Jackhammer will be celebrating Halloween on Tuesday October 31^st with a themed party called “Goes to Hell” and featuring a $1000 in cash and prizes contest hosted by Moldavia Ishtar.

Bills Filling Station presents a Halloween costume contest on Tuesday October 31^st at 9pm with $500 in cash and prizes with a $200 cash grand prize. The contest will be followed by their new Tuesdays “Drag Factor” hosted by Mistress Mel, and starring, Blair Anthony, Deja Devonaire, and cast.

Boom presents “Psycho Circus” on Tuesday October 31^st with DJ Bryan Reyes, no cover and a Costume contest.

China White features the “Drag Ball” on Tuesday October 31^st with free admission. Doors open at 10pm with the contest at 1am and a Burlesque show at 2am. They will also feature a Free Drink for all that come in drag!!

Torpedo presents Daisy D’s Halloween Ball on Tuesday October 31^st with no cover and free drinks from 10-12midnight.

Elements – in association with Pride Factory present “Little Trannie Shock of Horrors” starring Misty Eyes and the cast of Trannie Shack and featuring a costume contest with $1000 in cash and prizes with the categories “Best Misty Look-a-like” and “Best Overall.”

Coliseum presents on Tuesday October 31^st, “The Out of this World Halloween Bash……..Captured” with a $2000 in cash and prizes costume contest hosted by Electra, ad spinning will be the hot sounds of DJ Miik. Admission is $10 for members and $12 for non-members.

The women are taking over White Party this year with more events, more glamour and more beautiful women… White Party began 22 years ago as a one night fundraiser for Care Resource, Florida’s largest not-for-profit, community based organization source for AIDS/HIV care. 22 Years later White Party is a weeklong community celebration known across the world for its spectacular parties, celebrity watching, cultural events, superstar djs, entertainers and so much more. The event attracts more than 10,000 gay men and women from all over the world to the streets of Miami and Miami Beach. This year’s festivities again take place Thanksgiving week from November 22nd - November 27th.

Care Resource is Florida's oldest and largest HIV/AIDS service organization serving both Miami-Dade & Broward Counties. Their unique "total care" approach includes working with affected communities in creating and/or implementing prevention strategies, community outreach and education initiatives, testing, medical care, research protocols, as well as individual and family counseling and support services. This wide array of programs collectively strives to respond to every area of need of our HIV at-risk and infected communities. Last year women from all over the world descended on South Beach for memorable women’s parties like Cirque Blanc at Nikki Beach. This year Alison Burgos, Carmen Benard and Pandora Events are bringing more events and cultural activities for everyone to enjoy. Women’s events include Dolce on Wednesday evening, the signature women’s dance event, Cirque Blanc at the glamorous Nikki Beach, the White Party at Vizcaya with special guest Tracy Young, Lilly and Lila’s Lovely Lesbian hour interactive burlesque style show, Splendor, the women’s after-party on Saturday night at Yuca Lounge and finally Sunday a wonderful Flamingo brunch at the Raleigh Hotel on South Beach. This years theme is ‘Global Union’ and Cirque Blanc (the Women’s Signature White Party event) will take its guests into a mystical trip to the French Riviera at the ultra sexy Nikki Beach Club in the heart of South Beach.

Attendees will be treated to an assortment of visual entertainment, outdoor VIP room with lush tropical gardens and seating, an exciting silent auction featuring women’s oriented trips, jewelry, dinners, theater tickets, spa days, autographed memorabilia and more. The dance floor will be jumping with the hot sounds of DJ Pride, and over 1,200 gorgeous women partying in a symphony of white. The newest addition to the line-up is Lilly and Lila’s Lovely Lesbian Hour. This sexy variety show has been winning critical acclaim and selling out theaters across the state. These twisted gals are at it again mixing cocktails, powering up sex toys and sharing the “Judy Garland Diet” with the audience in high-wattage camp! Christine Robison and Leneil Bottoms will guest star in the show along with the outrageous and sexy BabyBLUE, Tymisha and Lollie. This is definitely a show not to miss!

This year the Women have their own host hotel in the “White Party Village”, the South Seas Hotel, just next door to the men’s host hotel and welcome center. This newly renovated, classic, 1941 Art Deco Hotel, is on one of South Beach’s hippest blocks. The oceanfront location on one of the world’s top ten most beautiful beaches is only one of the reasons why guests love the South Seas Hotel. This is just a short walk to trendy Lincoln Road Mall, Ocean Drive and The Miami Beach Convention Center, and only minutes away from The Port of Miami and Miami International Airport. Complimentary Continental Breakfast Included! The exclusive Women's White Party rate of just $169 a night with a 2 night minimum please book early, these rooms will go quickly. For Reservations Call 305 538 1411 Rate Code: White Party. Individual tickets and passes are now on sale. For up to the minute event information or to order tickets online visit www.womenswhiteparty.com or careresource.org or you can call (305) 495-6969.

Eliana Gilad, an internationally recognized expert in the conscious use of voice and rhythm as natural healers, will conduct a workshop on “Ancient Sounds & Rhythms for Living Peace” at the Religious Science Center for Spiritual Living (1550 NE 26^th Street) on October 29 from 2:00-5:30 pm. Everyone is welcome; no prior experience is necessary.  Suggested donation for the workshop is $35.00.  Gilad will also be speaking and singing at Religious Science’s regular Sunday services at 10:00am and 11:30am. Gilad works regularly with Arab and Jewish nationals.  "While bombs exploded around me during the current war, I remained calm inside. I want to share this with others. We can slow down, and cultivate peacefulness and inner quiet—celebrating our vulnerability and common humanity," says Gilad. During the full-participation event, the group will explore a mystical Hebrew vocal meditation that connects us to our roots, five-element healing chants (shown to induce relaxation and focus) that connect us to our Source, and natural rhythms from the ancients. Eliana Gilad, an author and composer influenced by classical and Mediterranean music, lectures and teaches workshops on the conscious use of voice and rhythm, as they were used in ancient times--for centering and healing. Her credits include presenting with Dr. Masaru Emoto of "What the Bleep Do We Know!?” fame. She has performed at the United Nations and with the Andalusian Orchestra, Arab & Jewish Neonatal wards, and toured with Bobby McFerrin. Gilad has produced five Voices of Eden CDs and two books, the latest, “Quiet in the Eye of the Storm: Living Peace in a War Zone” which she wrote during the recent Israel-Lebanon war. She lives in the hills of Galilee, Israel, where she directs the Voices of Eden Healing Music and Peace Center, open to Jews, Arabs and all nationalities.