New York Times:
Some small companies say they are no longer able to get loans from
newly cautious banks as credit tightens across the country, and even
those who do qualify are increasingly reluctant to borrow and
expand, fearful of overextending themselves in the midst of the
financial crisis.
Small Business Frozen by Crisis
Washington Blade:
Republican presidential nominee Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.)
told the Blade in an exclusive written interview this week that he
appreciates the Log Cabin Republicans’ decision to endorse
him, and he hopes “gay and lesbian Americans will give full
consideration to supporting me.”
McCain’s gay Q&A
Toronto Sun: Police are investigating whether an
independent federal candidate committed a hate crime by telling high
school students homosexuals should be executed. David Popescu
was invited to participate in a federal candidates' discussion at
Sudbury Secondary School on Tuesday. He made the comment after a
student asked his opinion of gay marriage.
Kill gays, candidate says
South Florida Blade:
The tents rise once again in South Beach, starting
today. It's Funkshion: Fashion Week Miami Beach Twenty-one
designers—some professional, some amateur—will showcase their new
lines in individual fashion shows through October 5.
Funkshion Fashion Week hits South Florida
OhLaLa: Below a video of
Daniel Conn interviewed by Titan Star, Kayne Lawton on the beach about
the "Gods of Football" charity competition. For me this
Aussie accent is the sexiest English accent on the planet ... and if
Daniel and his accent does not make you melt, his puppy will ;-)
You'll learn that he also wants to be a personal trainer and massage
therapist ...
OhLaLa So Hot! Daniel Conn Aussie Rugby Player
Queerty: Bishop
Jamie Soto of Sacramento pulled a bait-and-switch
at the National Association of Catholic Diocesan Lesbian and Gay
Ministries' conference last weekend. The organization, which
celebrates homosexuality and urges other Catholic group to do the
same, had invited Soto to speak to congregants and spread the good
word. Soto agreed, a move that surprised many of his faithful flock.
"How could such a pious man endorse those sinful queers?" Answer: he
doesn't.
Speaking To Gays, Bishop Bemoans Sexual "Deviation"
Daily Kos: When he
[Joe Biden] faces off against Sarah Palin Thursday
night, Joe Biden will have his hands full. I should know. I've
debated Governor Palin more than two dozen times. And she's a
master, not of facts, figures, or insightful policy recommendations,
but at the fine art of the nonanswer, the glittering generality.
Against such charms there is little Senator Biden, or anyone, can
do." Updated -- Palin Debate Preview III: Don't
just take my word for it.
Michael Musto:
That hot-box-of-crazy sketch-comedy show Little Britain is
masterful at popping the pretensions of people who try to act like
they're straight, disabled, female, or sane. From phony divorcée
Bubbles DeVere to lying slag Vicki Pollard and beyond, Matt Lucas
and David Walliams's characters are full of themselves, full
of it, and full-on lovable.
Little Britain Stars Dish Gay Aiken!
Bricks and Stones:Kim Kardashian could not be consoled after
being the surprise third casualty of Dancing with the Stars Tuesday
night. Once the cameras were off Kardashian rushed to the waiting arms of her
family and immediately broke down into tears. Kardashian’s publicist followed
Kim around the press line with a box of Kleenex.
Kim Kardashian Turns Into a Big Cry Baby after Getting Booted off DWTS!
Television Without Pity: There's been a lot of buzz about Dirty Sexy
Money changing showrunners (again) and getting soapier this season, which,
frankly, had us a little concerned. After all, it was so good last season that
we didn't want it to change. Fortunately, Peter Krause (who plays the
lead character, Nick George) took time out of his busy schedule on a
brief trip to New York City to chat via telephone, and let us know that
it's all going to be okay. We also asked him about his past shows, Six Feet
Under and Sports Night, and tried to get him to reveal this
season's Dirty Sexy secrets.
Dirty Sexy Money Soaps Up
Celebrities beg you not
to vote:
Via Popbytes: Katy Perry, Hot N Cold
The superficial: Apparently,
there's some shady circumstances surrounding Heather Locklear's
DUI arrest. The person who called 911 to report Heather was
former
Us Weeklystaffer Jill Ishkanian who was
under FBI investigation for hacking Us computers to locate
celebrities.
Heather Locklear's DUI was a setup!
Politico: After delivering
halting, unsteady performances in recent interviews with ABC's
Charlie Gibson and CBS's Katie Couric, expectations are
low for Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin in Thursday's vice
presidential debate in St. Louis. Yet a review of Palin's
experience during her 2006 campaign for governor, when she engaged
in a long series of debates with her opponents, suggests she is a
more formidable adversary than is widely thought.
On small stage, Palin scored big debate wins
AlterNet:Obama's senior
aides believe he is on course for a landslide victory over McCain
and will comfortably exceed most current electoral vote
projections. Their optimism, which is said to be shared by the
Democratic candidate himself, is based on information from private
polling and on faith in the powerful political organization he has
built in the key swing states.
Barack Obama's Team Believes He Can Win by a Landslide
Pandora Events is bringing sexy women back to South Beach with
Sweet Thursdays at
Halo LoungeMiami Beach.
Come say a Sweet Farewell to British Bombshell Carol
Coombes in grand style as she heads to Philadelphia. Enjoy Happy Hour from 7 PM to 9 PM and the
party will go into full gear at 10 PM with DJ Jenni Fox spinning the funkiest blend of
the 80’s and 90’s. Enjoy $3 Miller Lights and $7 Flor de Cana
Mojitos all night long. VIP Tables are available with delicious
bottle prices.
The event requests a $20 donation to Broward House for
entrance and this can be made in advance by following the Macys link
on the front page of
Http://www.BrowardHouse.org. We suggest that tickets be ordered
in advance as there is limited space for this event and we cannot
guarantee admittance for people buying at the door that evening.
This event is sponsored in part by Hotspots Magazine and
Mark's List.
Opening night! Music, fun
and festivities outside with Mayor Iorio and Macy’s goodie bags. Special guest
star for the evening will be Hollywood writer, actor and comedian, Bruce
Vilanch!
Ruby Blue- Bob
Hoskins stars as a broken man who is putting his life back together even as he
deals with prejudices and misperceptions. Both heartwarming and heartrending in
equal measure this slower moving gem has Oscar quality performances throughout.
Books & Books Miami BeachEditorial
Ultramar, a new Miami-based publishing division of the non-profit organization
Hispanic Events, Inc., presents
Poesía Gourmet this evening, a poetry reading by
Cuban-American poet Rodrigo de la Luz
and an optional dinner to follow at the Café at Books & Books. Come for the
reading only, or stay for dinner. $40 covers dinner and includes a copy of de la
Luz’ Poesía Viva, a
collection of poems, recently published by Editorial Ultramar. After 13 attempts
to leave Cuba, de la Luz arrived in Miami by boat in 1998. Since then, he has
written five books, and created hundreds of paintings and sculptures. Local
critics have praised de la Luz’ clever and profound poems, calling him a modern
minstrel. To
guarantee dinner, please send a check payable to Hispanic Events, Inc.,
445 Grand Bay Drive, #501, Key Biscayne, Florida 33149, by
September 25. For additional
information, call Aida Levitan
at (305)361-7831.
The reading begins at 7:30 PM,
followed by dinner at 8:30 PM.
Books & Books Coral GablesDr. William R. Butler
was Vice President for Student Affairs and Professor of Education at the
University of Miami from 1965-1997.
Embracing the World: The University of Miami – From Cardboard College to
International and Global Acclaim ($29.95 paperback, $45
hardcover) follows the passage of time as the University of Miami’s temporary
Cardboard College, chartered in 1925, became the present institution of
international and global acclaim. The University’s international history, from
1925 to 2005, brings to the reader wonderful stories involving hundreds of
students, faculty members, administrators and trustees. Some unrecognized
visionaries, who served collegially, are included, along with each of the five
University presidents. Dr. Butler’s story is personal and engaging. He believes
that the future path of the University is being shaped by a solid conviction
that “The University of Miami has an international rendezvous with greatness.”
6 PM
Underwear Night and
Amateur Strip Contest
Stilettos
Nightclub
and Showbar
presents an Underwear Night with an Amateur Strip Contest with a $100
prize at midnight. Enjoy Boylesque Rico’s Men hosted by Alicia Markstone
and DJ Brianna Lee.
Sabroso
Twist Miami Beach
Thursday is packed with boys clamoring for their 2 for 1 well drinks and
domestic beers 11pm to 3am. Enjoy Sabroso, a latino themed night featuring hot
salsa mixed with the latest sounds in popular dance music and special guest
performers - in Bar Five. Billboard reporting DJ Paulie keeps the dance floor
in the main room slammed all night. Hot Gaiety dancers taking it off in the
Bungalow Bar.
Two Guys
on a Mic Karaoke
Two Guys
on a Mic Karaoke Thursdays 9pm to close: Join Bill's
Filling Station Wilton Manors
and Rick & Andy aka Two Guys on a Mic for the best and most popular karaoke on
the drive. Can you sing like Whitney? Who can, but with our amazing drink
specials at your fingertips; you may begin to think you sound like Whitney after
a few. Tuesdays we have $5 32oz Malibu Flavored Rum Buckets; Thursdays we have
$3 margaritas, both available after 9. On Key, Off Key, Bill’s is the right
“Key” for the best karaoke in town on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9pm. Hear you
there!
Thursdays at Sawmill Camping Resort
Sawmill
Camping Resort
in Dade
City
(between Tampa & Orlando) Enjoy
Sawmill's heated clothing optional pool, delicious food and drinks
poolside. Take a stroll around Ricky Lake with towering Cypress trees and
through our nature trails. 8PM Dart Tournament, Karaoke & Open Mic Talent
Search w/Coffee Tom in Woody's; Tini Thursdays & 4PM - 7PM Happy Hour @ Splash
Pool Bar & Cafe.
Chill Lounge Sounds
The Chill Lounge at The
Naked Grape Wine
Barwill host DJ Marc Scott
as he brings over 25 years experience to their The Chill Lounge. Known for his
other events like The Red Ball, White Party as well as clubs like Twist DJ Marc
Scott will show another side of himself and muslical versatility with down-tempo
House, Lounge, and Chill Out music while you enjoy the finest selection of wines
The Naked Grape has to offer.
Sweet Thursdays
Pandora Eventsis bringing
sexy women back to South Beach with Sweet Thursdays at
Halo Lounge
Miami Beach. Enjoy Happy Hour from 7 PM to 9 PM and the
party will go into full gear at 10 PM with DJ Jenni Fox spinning the funkiest blend of
the 80’s and 90’s. Enjoy $3 Miller Lights and $7 Flor de Cana
Mojitos all night long. VIP Tables are available with delicious
bottle prices.
Uncut Reality
Group
The M Project
Uncut Reality
Group
Alternative
Activities, for
the Alternative
Lifestyle.
Core/Social
Group meets Thursdays
at 7:00 PM at
the
M Lounge,
2645 N Andrews
Ave, Wilton
Manors, FL
33311.
Weekly agenda,
come choose the
free Friday
movie, plan
activities for
future
adventures and
give feedback on
M Projects
progress. Bring
your ideas,
comments, and
friends. We need
to hear from our
core group
members and the
youth in the
community!
Use your mouse to rollover the club
names for general info. Click the underlined link for map
& address. Some events may change. To insure you have a good
time we recommend that you be prepared to 'go with the flow'. Most
recent update:
December 21, 2008 11:20 PM.
South Florida
(Includes
Fort Lauderdale, Wilton Manors, Miami, Naples, Fort Myers and the Palm Beaches) Bill's$5 Malibu Buckets.
The Birdcage
(at The Boardwalk)
All
Stoli Drinks $4 & $9 Miller Lite or Presidente Beer Buckets.Boardwalk
Towell night with $3 Skyy vodka drinks
Boom
Thursday therapy with $3 Long Island iced teas and DJ Lydia PrimGeorgie’s Alibi
Long Island teas in Mason jars 9 PM to closeHalo LoungeWham Thursdays with DJ Jenni Foxx 1/2 price drinks 1:30 AM to 3
AM
JackhammerPorn Bingo
with host Ivana Du $ 3.00 Iced Teas and happy hour prices all dayLips Drag Dining
Dinner with the Divas. Electra as Cher, Madonna, Dianna Ross,
Bette Midler and many more.
Matty’s
½ price happy hour 11 AM to 9 PM. Purple Thursdays anything purple
$4.Naked Grape Wine Bar
Chill out Thursdays 9 PM to midnight. Lounge music with Circuit
Stephen
New
MoonBe a rock star Karaoke with Melissa
The
PalaceRetrodisco //
Drag show hosted by Tiffany at 8PM with vodka and beer specialsRosie's Bar and Grill
$2 miller lites at 7 PM Scandals Saloon
Cash Prize Pool Tournament at 8 PM Score
Creme and Sugar
Sidelines Sports Bar2-4-1 Happy
Hour 2 PM to 9 PM, $3 Svedka Night 9 to Close, Late Night Happy Hour
2-4-1 on Well & Draft Midnight to Close SoBe Social Club
presentsSimple Life Thursdays at Buck15 LoungeStable
Sangria Thursdays with Bartender Dan’s Unique Sangria Blend.Torpedo
DJ T Pro mixTwist
see long description above
Central Florida (Includes Tampa, St Petersburg,
Orlando, Daytona)
Sawmill Camping Resort
4PM - 7PM HH @ Splash Pool Bar & Cafe; 8PM Dart Tournament, Karaoke &
Open Mic Talent Search w/Coffee Tom in Woody's.
Cold Keg: Trash night amateur
strip contest at midnight, $1 rum and cokes and 50 cent drafts from 9 PM to 11
PM.
G. Bar Ybor City
$1 Drinks until midnight and no cover!
North Florida (Includes Gainesville,
Tallahassee, Jacksonville and Pensacola Beach) Emerald City,
Drag O Rama at 11:30 with
your hostess Ebony Sinclair.
Club
Blue GLBT
Equality Social
