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On the Scene | Stephen Lang’s Hot Pics of the Week The Hot List | Top 5 happenings in South Florida this week What’s Hot | Scott Holland’s guide to events happening in Sofla Hot Talk | The best chatter on Facebook this week Feature | Pride Fort Lauderdale entertainment line-up Feature | Joe Posa Interview Outlook | Pompano Bill’s Top 5 Pics Small Business Spotlight | Realtor Warren Vess Hollywood | Inside & Out Black History Month | Tim'm T. West & Alvin Ailey Jr. Genre Latino | Conexiones Need Wood | Negotiating Monogamy Hot Bodies | Bigger, Beefier Biceps

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Gearing-up For Pride Fort Lauderdale!

Pride Fort Lauderdale is only a little over a week away, and this week we tell you all about the entertainment lineup for the updated festival that moves from Holiday Park to its new home on the beach in Fort Lauderdale. Take a look at what the organizers have in store for the one day festival which will take place on Sunday, February 26.

Our cover story this week tells you all about Palace's 29th Anniversary which will celebrate South Beach's only gay bar on Ocean Drive. The celebration will take place on Friday, February 17 starting at 4pm. Take a look at our article for more information.

We have an interview with legendary female impersonator Joe Posa who tells us about his new show “The Bitch is Back” which revives his dead on impersonation of the late great Joan Rivers. (Pun intended) Posa tells our own Scott Holland about how he got his start and what we can

expect from the show which will take place at Empire Stage in Fort Lauderdale starting on March 16th and running through April 9th.

This issue is chocked full of amazing content including a feature on Disney's The Little Mermaid which is presented

by The 5th Avenue Theatre and will open at the Broward Center Next Tuesday, February 22.

We also have an interview with local drag queen Dee Dee Van Cartier in this week's Queens We Love column, Bigger Beefier Biceps for our Hot Bodies entry this week, all you need to know about what's happening in the Hollywood scene, and advice from Wood Miller in our Need Wood Column.

Rounding out the magazine this week is a small business spotlight with local realtor Warren Vess, our Top Five of the week, web chatter, and What's Hot to help you plan your week with a ton of events that are happening around South Florida.

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Mikey Pusnick and his crew from Forester Financial chill with Adora

during The Hub’s Pre-Super Bowl Party at The Hub (LGBT Welcome Center).

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Adam, Adam, Evan, & David all have fun at

W Hotel’s Deep Dive RSVP Cruise Send Off Party.

HEY MR. DEEJAY...

Ramrod’s Steve likes hanging out with

Pig Dance’s DJ Roke Cabrera.

WELCOME ABOARD

Jeff & Todd Delmay welcome the new

Equality Florida Board Co-Chair David Bloom to the latest Broward Council Mixer.

THEY FOUND THE SPOT

Lisette Gomez welcomes Mike & Clay

to the G. Spot on Wilton Drive.

ISN’T SHE LOVELY...

Amanda Austin is the eternal

Hostess with the Mostess at Flip Flops Dockside Eatery’s monthly Tea Dance.

THANKS FOR COMING

Alice & Rosanna wouldn’t miss a

Dennis Dean opening for the world and enjoyed his Hearthrob 2 show at Tedds Art Works.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

Connor & Christian came out to

celebrate Bubble Gum Fridays’ 6th Anniversary at The Manor.

ENJOY THE BOYS

Chris & Rob from Stonewall Gallery welcome

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• Chaka Khan is a 10 time Grammy Winner (22 noms), an int’l music icon who has influenced multiple generations of artists.

Feb 17 at Arsht Center and Feb 18 at Kravis.

• This Iconic Movie hit Broadway and took it by storm.

Broadway Across America brings it to the Broward Center from Feb 22-Mar.5 w/ prices starting at $35.

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• Great American Songbook sensation Mr. Feinstein Conducts The Kravis Center Pops Orchestra in Big Band Swing on Sunday, February 19th at 8pm.

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• Don’t miss this rising star of stage & screen talk shop and sing the standards with Seth Rudetsky at his side!

Feb.17th at Parker Playhouse; VIP Tickets Avail. for prem. seating & meet & greet.

• Fritz Ann's “Night Of A Thousand Stars” returns after over a decade to raise money for the Pet Project.

Feb 18, 7-11pm at United Church of Christ. For seating: 239-900-9890

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By Scott Holland

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ast Friday, we were planning on having a quiet night at home, maybe having a glass of wine and catching up on reality TV when we got the call from Twist that Alan Cummings was going to be making an appearance after his one night show at The Adrienne Arsht Center. We rushed over to get a picture of him hanging out with the powers that be at Twist in their VIP area. On Saturday, we started the day at the 2017 Swatch Beach Volleyball Major Series on Fort Lauderdale Beach, and had a fun time and got a nice tan. In the evening we went to see, one of our favorites, Pam Ann, perform at the Sunshine Cathedral as part of the Outlandish series. As usual, she was AMAZING! Later

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that night we went by Rumors for their Bachelors Night Pick a Jock, an all-male dating game. The theme this week was Nuts and Bolts, and as usual was hosted

by Amanda Austin. On Sunday, the Aqua Foundation hosted their annual family BBQ at Greynolds Park in Miami Shores. Lots of gay families and straight allies were out to support. Afterward we to Scott Hauser’s event, a Pool Party at the Raleigh Hotel Miami Beach. The party featured sounds by Bonnie Beats. We ended the weekend back to Fort Lauderdale. We stopped by Rosie’s for their Sunday Funday where ran into TV Anchor Craig Stevens. Later that night, we stopped by Matty’s to watch the Grammy’s with some friends.

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Cabaret 2 1 1 3 BM&M presents, time for an upgrade, Hype Night Thursdays at Hunters from 9pm to 2am with music by DJ X-Ray.

Art Wynwood, presented

by Art Miami, will celebrate its sixth edition at The Art Wynwood Pavilion (3001 NE 1st Avenue), during Presidents Day Weekend from today until Monday, February 20. Art Wynwood has solidified its distinct identity amongst the other Miami art fairs by continuing to create unique and experimental exhibitions presenting the highest level of art from the 20th and 21st centuries.

Tickets: $25 one-day pass. $55 multi-day pass. Students 12-18 & Seniors 62+ $15. VIP Preview Benefit: $200. For further information or tickets, please call 800-376-5850 or email: info@artwynwood.com or visit ArtWynwood.com. u FRIDAY FEB 17

Starting at 4p.m. and going all night long, the Palace, Miami’s longest running LGBTQ venue presents their 29th anniversary extravaganza. For more information, see the feature in this issue or visit PalaceSouthBeach.com

Village Pub presents, back by popular demand, Gerianne and Eric, the Dynamic Duo at 8p.m. This is the ultimate

One of Broadway’s leading ladies comes to the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center when The Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida presents Cabaret on the Coast with Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Liz Callaway on Friday, February 17188th at 8 p.m.

TicketsAventura, FL 33180 3385 NE Street, are 36.50 to 46.50. and TROPICAL WAVE FEATURING can be purchased online at aventuracenter.org; by phone SPECIAL GUEST ARTIST atWITH 877-311-7469.

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Ramrod presents their TICKETS AVAILABLE monthly Mandance (Third www.aventuracenter.org Friday of the month), Box Office: (877) 311-7469starring Sales: (954) 660-6307 DJGroup Herbie James. Ramrodbar.com u SATURDAY FEB 18 Funding for this project is provided by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council.

Rumors is celebrating their 4th anniversary with a Vegas Sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and Night with over $800 in cash the Florida Council on Arts and Culture. and prizes starting at 7pm.

They invite their guests to get their picture taken with some of their star impersonators. The night will star Joanna James, Rico Suave, Velvet LeNore, and Angie Ovahness. All proceeds to benefit the Florida AIDS Walk and Music Festival.

Scandals Saloon presents their monthly (3rd Sat of each month) “Queen Style Corn” starring all of Scandals Corn Queens at 8pm. ScandalsFla.com Join Eliad Cohen and the Score troop for “Papa, Army of Love,” starring DJ/Producer

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Danny Verde with a warm up set by DJ Ramon Pedro.

Pre tickets are available at Showclix.com

Joe Whitaker presents D.I.L.F., Daddies do it Better event at Hunters from 9p.m. to 3a.m. starring DJ Chomper Chicago. This is an underwear Jock party with a clothes check available. For all tickets, go to ManUpp.net.

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Georgie’s Alibi/Monkey Bar presents “Beast: Fetish & Gear Party” Volume 2 starring DJ Alex Ramos.

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Le Boy presents a Pre Pride party where they are giving away a pair of Kick Off Party Tickets for Pride (Tickets valued at $120 featuring celebrity chef Art Smith, chef to Lady Gaga and President Obama & more). You will get a free raffle ticket with every TITO’s Vodka Drink you purchase. The hostess for the evening is Miss Stonewall, Skye Beckett.

Noche Latina Saturdays (inside the Ivy Lounge and Patio) at the Manor complex presents the return of Taina Norell to the Fort Lauderdale stage after over 6 months.

The night will also star Kalah Mendoza. (Miss Noche Latina 2015, and the current reigning Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride) along with resident DJ Larry Larr, Omar on the Bongos and sexy Latin Go-Go papi’s.

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Miss Fritz Ann presents the return of “Night of a Thousand Stars” a benefit for the Pet Project at United Church of Christ from 7-11p.m.

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Fresh off a stunning Super Bowl halftime show performance, Lady Gaga is set to appear on the season premiere of Logo’s Emmy® Award-winning competition series, “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” Logo announced that the new season will kick off with “Mother Monster” and RuPaul this March.

The season nine premiere event features a shocking opening that will go down as one of the most jaw-dropping moments in “Drag Race” history. Additionally, the premiere event will unveil a court of cut-throat Queens each competing to snatch the crown and strut away with a $100,000 cash prize and the coveted title of “America’s Next Drag Superstar.” Along the way,

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11p.m. to 4a.m. with NO COVER before midnight and only $7 after midnight with Manor Card and $10 without.

u SUNDAY FEB 19 Village Pub presents the “Dirty Game Show” hosted

by Jeff (AKA Renica) at 10p.m. There is no cover and they invite everyone to come over and win great prizes, and some crap also. They warn you, this is dirty!

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Ramrod presents EDC (Enforced Dress Code) from 9p.m to midnight on the patio. u MONDAY FEB 20

The Oakland Park Democratic Club presents their Presidents Day Gala at Lips, the Ultimate in Drag Dining at 7p.m. They promise a night you will not forget with special

guests Representative Gwyn Clarke-Reed and Senator Dwight Bullard.

The cost is $60 per person in advance and $65 at the door and includes: Show

by Lips entertainers, Open bar (house liquor, beer and wine), Cesar salad, Entrée (GrilledChicken, BBQ Baby Back Ribs, or Grilled Salmon) and a chocolate cappuccino brownie. For more info contact Lee Hinkle at 954-557-0437. u WEDNESDAY FEB 22

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Georgie’s Alibi/Monkey Bar presents “Feud: Bette and Joan” preview of the pilot episode and after party before it airs on FX on March 5. This exclusive Pilot preview will be shown in the Manchester Room at 8:30 and 10p.m. and be hosted by Starlet Skye.

they’ll face an unpredictable competition and deliver watercooler moments as these talented ladies of drag join the fabulous 100 Queens who fought for the crown before them.

For a sneak peek at Lady Gaga’s appearance on the new season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” visit logotv.com/video-clips/ xca5d1.

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“Your group destroyed the definition of marriage for everyone by 1 vote on the Supreme Court. Now the 97% of America is standing up for marriage between one man and one woman. You do what you want – you don’t need marriage for a gay lifestyle.”

–Arkansas State Senator Jason Rapert, responding to a young man who questioned the senator’s motives in filing of a bill to amend the U.S. Constitution to define marriage as a union between a man and a woman.

“Let Liz speak! GOP screws up again. They are messing with the wrong person. Senator Warren will not be silenced!”

“Did I just hear correctly?

Jellyanne Conway apologized today on CNN? OMG, I think the dead will rise tonight!

John Ramus, Ft. Lauderdale

Popular South Florida D.J. Michael Tank

“News that Publix was no longer offering free slices of deli meat to shoppers turned out to be alternative facts. Whew!”

–David Schutz, on Twitter.

“We will keep the Pacific Ocean, the beach, Stanford, Berkeley, Caltech, our particle accelerators, a little thing called Hollywood (whose movies I know you like watching), Silicon Valley, Apple (because we’re bringing the whole coast with us), Google, Tesla and all the almonds, strawberries and other food we grow. You can have the corn.

And when California “loses all those billions from the federal government,” we will be just fine. And do you know why? Because that money comes from California. Our economy is bigger than France’s.

- Jane Warden, Malibu, responding to a campaign for the state of California to secede from the U.S. following the election of Donald Trump.

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Sunday . feb . 26 | noon - 8pm | fort lauderdale beach

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Pride Fort Lauderdale is turning over a new leaf and highlighting the city's best asset, the beach. To celebrate the festival's big move from Holiday Park, organizers have planned an amazing line up of entertainment to pump up the crowd.

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Headliners America's Got Talent phemon, Brian Justin Crum and Grammy Award nominee and country music singer Ty Herndon come to town and bring the star power to the 40th annual Pride Fort Lauderdale.

In 2016, Brian Justin Crum shot to fame on season 11 of America's Got Talent, where he eventually finished in 4th place. After receiving several standing ovations during his performances, it was obvious that great things were ahead for Crum, who

finished out 2016 with the release of his version of Robyn's hit Show Me Love.

Next week, Hotspots will feature an exclusive interview with Crum.

Ty Herndon blew the doors off the closet several years ago when, in an interview with People Magazine, he became the first country music star to come out. Like many men of his generation, his journey to the freedom of living his truth was bumpy and messy, but Herndon has never let the hard times hold

him back for long. When he spoke with Hotspots he told us; “the most amazing thing about the last two years of my life is being able to live so openly and authentically, not only in my personal life but in my professional life as well.” He added “I was lucky enough that the country fans have been gracious and the only thing that's changed is that I have a legion of new fans with the LGBT community and it so awesome to see everybody come together.”

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No Pride festival would be complete without a handful of DJs to keep the party going. This year, Pride Fort Lauderdale will feature DJ AJ Reddy, DJ Wendy Hunt, and DJ Joe

Gauthreaux.

DJ AJ Reddy has developed a local following in South Florida and he will surely have the crowd moving. Every week, he can be found bringing his music to the community at our local establishments.

Joining him as a guest DJ for Pride Fort Lauderdale is DJ

Wendy Hunt, who is a living legend and is celebrating her 43rd year as a DJ. Wendy has been dubbed the “Queen Mother� of DJs and has brought the house down at legendary parties like Winter Party and White Party, right here in South Florida, as well as Ascension Party in Fire Island.

Rounding out the DJ talent is DJ Joe Gauthreaux who is one of the most sought after DJs and producers in the industry. He has played

almost every major circuit event all over the world, including Winter Party Festival, Black Party, White Party Miami, Song Kran Bangkok, New Year's Rio at The Week, Atlantis Cruises, among others. A staple at major clubs across North America, Brazil and Asia, while holding multi-year residencies in several key markets across the world, his name is synonymous with having an amazing and unique musical experience.

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South Florida's most famous and sought after drag queen, Latrice Royale will also be making an appearance this year at Pride Fort Lauderdale.

Royale, who competed on season four of RuPaul's Drag Race and in the first season of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars, promises to have the audience gagging as she razzles and dazzles and lip syncs for her LIFE! If you haven't had a chance to catch her performing live, you won't want to miss this one. She totally owns the stage and she doesn't get home much anymore, now that she is booked for performances all around the world every week. Come out and give this hometown girl some love.

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JOE POSA brings JOAN RIVERS back to life “The Bitch is Back!”

Takes Over Empire Stage Theater March 16-April 9th

By Scott Holland Joe Posa, brings his spot on impersonation of the late and great comic icon Joan Rivers in “The Bitch Is Back!” to the Empire Stage Theater (1140 North Flagler Drive, Fort Lauderdale) from March 16 to April 9th. It would be easy to rave about how good Joe is, but I don't think I can say it nearly as eloquently as these two journalists did: “As someone fortunate enough to have interviewed the real Rivers a few times—the inal time, her last major interview before her death in August 2014—“the similarities of voice and presence between the igure—the performer, Joe Posa—and Rivers are resonant and mesmerizing.” Tim Teeman, The Daily Beast” “The voice is exact, the hairdo and clothes as Joan wore, the mannerisms and jokes were making one believe that this was indeed Joan Rivers on stage.” Gary R Beck , Puerto Vallarta Restaurant & Entertainment Guide It was a pleasure to sit down with Joe/Joan and her husband/manager, Frank Ribaudo for this exclusive Hotspots interview.

What's the irst drag show you ever attended?

I saw Lypsinka in New York City in the Village.

I was so impressed by him and I loved his Theatrical approach. It was in the late 1980's.

When did you start doing Drag, and what made you start? When did it become your career?

I started out as a dancer and did a lot of theater and for fun after shows, I would grab a hairbrush and lip sync Barbra [Streisand].

People thought it was great. Sometime later, I started an act without make up imitating different famous stars. I knew nothing about make-up, costumes or hair. Then in October of 1993, an Evening at La Cage came to New York at the Blue Angel and they were casting.

So I attempted to do the hair, makeup, and costumes and I went in to audition. Everyone in New York wanted it and they were only hiring seven people. They hired me and worked with me, to help me learn how to do my make-up, etc. and it changed my life. I was cast as Barbra and Liza at the Blue Angel on 44th street. We did six or seven shows a week.

I then started doing the club scene and it took off from there.

When did you start impersonating Joan Rivers?

I had always loved Joan and her New York Sensibility and the fact that she was a survivor in life. In 2002 I decided I was going to try impersonating her, and the irst time was at the Boatslip in Provincetown. They were doing a fundraiser called the Hollywood Ball, and I thought Joan needed to host this event. I had four to six weeks to get it together and luckily it went really well. I then incorporated her into the shows I was doing.

Shortly afterwards, I started getting more and more requests to host events and do red carpets as Joan. She was so hot, I was getting so much work impersonating her that the other characters became secondary.

Did you ever meet Joan Rivers?

I got hired to go to Houston Texas to do a red carpet as Joan. Unbeknownst to me Joan Rivers was the host of the event. We both went on stage together and afterwards she invited me into her dressing room and we got to know each other. We had a connection. She was like a mother, so nurturing.

She is in my head when I'm performing. I am her. I feel like I am channeling her. I'm a vessel for her work and her voice

She invited me to come to any of her shows complimentary. Sometime later, I did another gig with her. It was on CBS This Morning, promoting her then Show “How'd You Get So Rich?” We arrived in her limo and as they introduced Joan Rivers exiting the limo, it was actually me as Joan, followed by Joan.

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You are now performing with Tony Tripoli, how did that come about?

In 2012 I decided to contact Tony about maybe opening up for him. For those of you who do not recognize the name (as I am sure you would recognize his face) Tony had ive incredible years as a regular opening act for Joan Rivers. He was, and still is executive producer and head writer on E!'s hit show, “Fashion Police,” and he was also a cast member on “Joan And Melissa: Joan Knows Best”, and the online phenomenon, “In Bed With Joan.”

I invited Tony to come do a show with me in Boston. Before he said yes, he asked Joan who immediately gave her approval, and said, “I love Joe Posa, he is my favorite Joan Rivers Impersonator”. We performed together at Club Café , the club my husband owns, that same year.

Since you mentioned him, how did you meet your husband Frank, and how long have you guys been together?

I met Frank at Club Café in October of 2000 and we have been together ever since.

How did this Show, The Bitch Is Back, Joe Posa as Joan Rivers,” come about?

In 2014 I saw Joan perform live again in Provincetown. We met at the VIP reception after the show. I told her I am doing you in the show down the street, but of course I always do you respectfully, to which she replied “You Can Do Me Disrespectfully.” It turns out it was the last time we would meet. Just two months later she passed, and about a year later I decided I wanted to do a tribute to her. I called Tony, and we put this show together. He opens for me now the same way he used to open for Joan. He does the irst 30 minutes and then I do about an hour.

We have successfully been touring the show from New York to Los Angeles and 15 or so cities in between, as well as a recent two week engagement in Puerto Vallarta at The Palm Cabaret. Being able to bring this tribute show to Fort Lauderdale, our community, is truly very exciting.

Putting her comedy back out there is a powerful piece as she left us so suddenly and tragically. I do this as a tribute to her life! I have also gotten more edgy, as I feel I am channeling Joan in the performances.

It's really a healing process for both of us to keep her comedy alive.

How do you capture Joan so perfectly?

I need to feel the journey of who that person is to impersonate them. Joan was a survivor of show business and suicide [of her husband Edgar Rosenberg, in 1987], and she has many parts of her that were compassionate because of that. She is in my head when I'm performing. I am her. I feel like I am channeling her. I'm a vessel for her work and her voice Tony gave me the most amazing compliment ever, he said: 'People can look and sound like her, but you smell like Joan.'”

How do you keep Joan with you?

Joan's favorite piece of jewelry she sold on QVC was the Bee pin. Bees are not anatomically correct to be able to ly, but they do. It's the same as Joan's life as she de ied all the odds and became successful. In Puerto Vallarta, as I was writing the script for one of the video's for my show, produced by Broken Heel at Cinema 31 Studio's right here in Wilton Manors, I couldn't get rid of a bee that was lying around me. I realized Joan was there.

Joan had three Bee Pins that she kept for herself.

For my birthday, in August, Tony gave me one of Joan's Altoid cases, which she always carried with her. In the case were three Bee pins that she had worn. I was so honored to get this. I wear them on stage all the time, so Joan is always with me.

Don't forget to catch Joe in “The Bitch Is Back!” at the Empire Stage Theater from March 16 through April 9th playing Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 8pm and Sunday at 5pm. You can order tickets at EmprireStage.com

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uPompano Bill Calcaterra, who turned 91 on January 12 has been photographing the LGBT scene in South Florida for several decades and has been breaking ground in gay publishing. Originally from Norway, Michigan, Bill served in the U.S. Navy and was at IBM. Today he still takes pictures on his travels around town and Hotspots is proud to reproduce them here. Pompano Bill is a recognizable face in our community and is loved by all.

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The Hub Pre-Super Bowl Party at LGBT Welcome Center

Photos: Stephen R. Lang

by Scott Holland The Palace, an iconic LGBTQ bar and restaurant in the heart of Miami Beach's art deco district, turns 29 years old on Friday (Feb. 17) with all the fanfare deserving of such an occasion.

The festivities begin at 4 p.m. and continue all night long. A proclamation from the City of Miami Beach will formally be presented at 7 p.m., followed by an all-star show featuring a Who's Who cast of South Florida entertainers including TP Lords, Tiffany Fantasia, Noel Leon, Shanaya Bright, Fantasia Royale, T-Lo Ivy, Pusilla, Elishaly D'Witshes, Joanna James, Athena Dion, Daisy Deadpetals, Melissa Hilton, Poizon Ivy and Mhi'ya Iman.

“It's hard to believe that we're celebrating 29 years here at the Palace,” said owner Thomas Donall.

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“This is a big deal for anyone in the nightclub business, but even more so for the Miami LGBTQ nightlife community. I mean, who can boast 29 years?!”

A “really spectacular night” is planned to

supporters and invite anyone who has hung out here — or wanted to but never had the chance — to join us for our Birdcagethemed anniversary party.

We've got incredible entertainers, fantastic music, a great open bar

uThomas Donall, TP Lords and William Balcazar.

celebrate, Donall promised Hotspots. “Our queens are going to pull out all the stops for this one. And just as with anything that we do here, we want to thank our

with some of our signature cocktails from 6 p.m. -7 p.m., and a ton more surprises.

“As much as we would like to celebrate Palace, we

are actually celebrating the are actually celebrating the love and support that the love and support that the community has shown us,” community has shown us,” explained Donall. “That explained Donall. “That support is what I always try support is what I always try to show and I've always to show and I've always tried to give back with tried to give back with everything we do here. It's everything we do here. It's going to be a fantastic night going to be a fantastic night and I can't wait.” and I can't wait.”

General Manager William General Manager William Balcazar, who is a fairly new Balcazar, who is a fairly new addition to the staff, also addition to the staff, also shared with his thoughts shared with his thoughts about the iconic nightclub. about the iconic nightclub.

“There's nothing quite “There's nothing quite like Palace. As a member of like Palace. As a member of the LGBTQ community I've the LGBTQ community I've seen, first-hand, even before seen, first-hand, even before I was the GM here, what this I was the GM here, what this [place] means to people,” [place] means to people,” said Balcazar. “There's no said Balcazar. “There's no arguing that our brunches arguing that our brunches are a staple in this city, but are a staple in this city, but I've also seen how Palace I've also seen how Palace transforms itself beyond a transforms itself beyond a restaurant/bar for so many restaurant/bar for so many other things. We've held other things. We've held fundraisers to cover funeral fundraisers to cover funeral costs for people in our costs for people in our

community. We've held community. We've held fundraisers to send queens fundraisers to send queens to pageants. We've to pageants. We've partnered with other teams partnered with other teams like Latinos Salud to help like Latinos Salud to help spread information and spread information and awareness about HIV/AIDS. awareness about HIV/AIDS. They've even provided free They've even provided free HIV testing here almost HIV testing here almost monthly. Palace was a place monthly. Palace was a place to mourn in solidarity after to mourn in solidarity after the Pulse shooting. the Pulse shooting.

“But,” he added, “we've “But,” he added, “we've also been, a fun, familyalso been, a fun, familyinclusive place for anyone inclusive place for anyone just walking on Ocean just walking on Ocean Drive. It's a real venue that Drive. It's a real venue that welcomes Miami's locals welcomes Miami's locals and tourists with open and tourists with open arms. There are not a lot of arms. There are not a lot of places like that anymore. I places like that anymore. I think that's what makes think that's what makes this place so successful and this place so successful and has kept us around for 29 has kept us around for 29 years. There are many more years. There are many more things in the works that I things in the works that I would love to tell you about would love to tell you about but it's all very hush hush. but it's all very hush hush.

What I can tell you is that What I can tell you is that 2017 has a ton of events 2017 has a ton of events

happening right here at happening right here at 1200 Ocean Drive and they 1200 Ocean Drive and they are going to be bigger and are going to be bigger and better and gayer than ever!” better and gayer than ever!”

uPlan to come out this uPlan to come out this Friday, February 17th to Friday, February 17th to celebrate the Palace's 29th celebrate the Palace's 29th anniversary in South anniversary in South Beach. The bar/restaurant Beach. The bar/restaurant is open 7 days a week, 11 is open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. or later. Visit a.m. to 1 a.m. or later. Visit PalaceSouthBeach.com for PalaceSouthBeach.com for more info. more info.

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2017 Miami Cornerstone Society Reception

Photos: Juan Saco Mironoff

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[exclusive interview] interview] [exclusive

by Scott Holland by Scott Holland photos by Kurt Fowl photos by Kurt Fowl

Dee Dee Van Carter

What was the first drag show you saw and What was the first drag show you saw and tell me about the experience? tell me about the experience?

In high school, I was pretty much invisible to In high school, I was pretty much invisible to my class. I found relief in music. The music on the my class. I found relief in music. The music on the radio rang true and touched my spirit. Disco was radio rang true and touched my spirit. Disco was popular and dominated by black female artists popular and dominated by black female artists like Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, and Grace like Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, and Grace Jones, and especially Sylvester. He was known as Jones, and especially Sylvester. He was known as the Queen of Disco, and in the late 70's, he the Queen of Disco, and in the late 70's, he released two singles, You Make Me Feel (Mighty released two singles, You Make Me Feel (Mighty

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Real) and Dance (Disco Heat). I saw Sylvester Real) and Dance (Disco Heat). I saw Sylvester perform live on a balcony in a small gay club perform live on a balcony in a small gay club in Silver Lakes near Los Angeles, and was awe in Silver Lakes near Los Angeles, and was awe struck by his costumes and ability to engage struck by his costumes and ability to engage the crowd. I don't remember seeing him as a the crowd. I don't remember seeing him as a drag queen, just simply Sylvester! drag queen, just simply Sylvester!

When did you decide you wanted to do When did you decide you wanted to do drag and when did you realize it would be drag and when did you realize it would be a profession? a profession?

When I moved to Fort Lauderdale, I was a When I moved to Fort Lauderdale, I was a

member of Asians and Friends and Southern Country South Florida. We would have backyard fundraising social events, and of course, we had to have the “wig wagon.” The performances grew from two drag queens to mini-production numbers. The sense of acceptance that I experienced made me realize that I wasn't the only shy boy in search of out an outlet. After a few stage performances, I realized that drag could not only fill a void, but might pay for itself over time.

Who is your drag mother and who is your favorite queen other than your drag mother and why?

Usually a drag mother helps you develop your craft and takes her under her wings. I did it backwards as evidenced in my early photos. I developed Dee Dee Van Carter by researching drag queens from the past. I wanted to capture the essence of drag from the ladies of the Jewel Box Revue. The images were my inspiration, but turning inspiration into reality sometimes requires the voice of experience. I turned to a dear friend I affectionately call my “Drag Mother,” Cathy Craig.

She is and continues to be there for this ole gal.

My favorite drag queen was Cashetta, may she rest in peace. As a female impersonator, singer, magician, and comedian, she brought drag to the stage in 3D. What's your favorite number to perform and why?

My favorite number is a Connie Francis Medley featuring her greatest hits. When I perform the number, it brings smiles from fans of the era and younger fans as well. When the audience sings along with Where the Boys Are, it brings me joy and a feeling of satisfaction of a job done well.

What's the best thing that has happened to you in drag?

There is a saying, “There is just a small step from a small stage to the big stage.” During my run at Monkey Business Bar, a casting agent and director attended one of my themed shows. They came back a second time and offered me a role in an Off Broadway Musical called Little House on the Ferry performed at the Broward Center for the Performing arts. Along with meeting a wonderful cast, I felt privileged at being part of a musical that supported marriage equality.

What differentiates you from other Queens?

I learned early on that to be successful you have to learn to use a microphone. Hosting a weekly show at Monkey Business Bar for seven years, I always shared the mic with each performer

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Why We Love Her! She is old school drag Have you seen her hairdo's?

She is always on time She proved its never too late to do what you want! regardless of experience. This little gesture has proved quite successful for many queens. I also learned that the show doesn't start on stage. I greet each customer as they arrive with a smile and I thank them for their generosity as they say good bye.

What does the future hold?

I'm in the process of working with a focus group to create a venue that brings our community together around a variety of art forms. Can you handle an explosion of creativity where talent just melts off the stage? Me too!

Where can we find you on stage?

You will find Dee Dee Van Carter at Georgie's Alibi of Wilton Manors each Saturday for Drag Yourself 2 Brunch. On Sunday, I host at the World Famous Boardwalk for Sunday T-Dance, Beyond those, I also do special appearances around South Florida. Visit my Dee Dee Van Carter page on Facebook for more events.

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Flip Flops Dockside Eatery February Tea Dance

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Small Business Spotlight

Realtor Warren Vess Finding the Perfect Home for his Clients Realtor Warren Vess is a member of the Castelli Real Estate team who has expertise in the LGBT housing market here in South Florida. It was a pleasure to chat with Warren about the challenges that are specific to our community in regards to finding the perfect house. |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||

by Ian Maloney Tell our readers a little about you and your business.

I'm a Midwestern boy from the Great State of Ohio who always had dreams of living in the Sunshine State. I've worked in real estate marketing and sales for the past 20 years both in Ohio and in Florida. I specialize in finding the perfect home or rental for my clients.

Whether that is right here in our friendly neighborhoods of Wilton Manors, Oakland Park, Poinsettia Heights, Victoria Park or in deep waterfront luxury canal homes in Pompano Beach, Lake Santa Barbara,

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Pompano Isles, or Harbor Village; I'm here to help!

How long have you been in the real estate business?

I have over 20 years of marketing and sales experience.

Do you specialize in any specific types of real estate?

I specialize in the area's Gayborhoods as well as deepwater, waterfront homes in Fort Lauderdale and Pompano Beach areas.

Do you focus on any specific neighborhoods? If so, where?

I love selling and renting in the Gayborhoods of Wilton Manors, Oakland Park,

Poinsettia Heights, Victoria Park, Middle River Terrace, or anywhere else my clients would like to be. I also specialize in deep-water, waterfront homes in Fort Lauderdale and Pompano Beach.

How is the market now in South Florida?

The market is strong and fast.

Plan ahead and be ready that when you find that perfect home, to make your offer right then and there. There is low inventory in the area, so homes go fast!

What advice do you have for anyone buying or selling a home?

Get all the answers you need to make the best decision for you. Buying and selling a home can sometimes feel overwhelming. Speaking with a professional realtor can eliminate stress and streamline selling your home or purchasing a new one.

Is there anything else that you would like to add?

It is always best to ask, ask, ask. Realtors are here to help you every step of the way. I pride myself on the relationships I have with my clients by providing them all the information, professionalism, and integrity they deserve to make the best decision. Shouldn't your real estate experience be a great one? uTo find out more about Warren and the properties that he has available, visit him on the web at WarrenSoldIt.com or call him at (954)-860-3731

Equality Florida Broward Council Mixer

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HOLLYWOOD | INSIDE & OUT

Alan Turing

Ivanka Trump

Boy Scouts

Tom Daley

By Billy Masters

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In these days with so much doom and gloom, I feel it's important to seize upon positive things when we find them. One such story is about the Islamic Center in Victoria, Texas. The Center had previously been broken into several times and last week was destroyed by a suspicious fire. Just when it was darkest, a group came forward to give the Muslims a place to worship. Shahid Hashmi said, "Jewish community members walked into my home and gave me a key to the synagogue." Robert Loeb, president of Temple B'nai Israel, didn't think twice about the act of kindness. "We have probably 25 to 30 Jewish people in Victoria, and they

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probably have 100 Muslims.

We got a lot of building for a small amount of Jews."

There's a lesson to be learned there.

Recently, numerous sources claimed Trump planned to sign a "religious freedom" executive order which would roll back protections to members of the LGBT community in the workplace. It's been rumored that the bill was being prepared by Pence and his followers. Allegedly Trump didn't even know about it. A few early drafts leaked.

Protests were hurriedly mounted around the country.

And each day...nothing. On Thursday night, everyone

said Friday was the day. And on Friday, no bill was forthcoming. But an explanation emerged.

Support for our community came from Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, Ivanka's husband and Trump aide.

Ivanka is a registered Independent and has been described as very progressive; Kushner is a lifelong Democrat. Allegedly, the couple not only argued against the order, but felt it was important to send out a strong message denying the rumor. The White House released a statement: "President Donald J. Trump is determined to protect the rights of all Americans, including the LGBTQ

Elsewhere in Great Britain, the Policing and Crime Bill finally went into effect.

Commonly known as Turing's Law (after Alan Turing), thousands who were prosecuted for gay sex crimes will be pardoned. People already dead have been pardoned automatically.

Everyone else can apply for a pardon. Once again, the dead get all the breaks.

Adrian Grenier

We all know Tom Daley is in great shape - a lad who has been known to share glimpses of it online (as you can see on my website). But, please, don't compare yourself to Tom's amazing body. It's futile. "I train six hours a day, six days a week. It's not as if it's something that happens just from going to the gym for 20 minutes or an hour a day."

Who goes to the gym 20 minutes a day and expects to look like Tom Daley? That said, Tom wants you to have hope. "I know that if anyone else trained for six hours a day six days a week, they would get the same results."

Here in the States, the Boy Scouts made a historic ruling and decided that transgender boys can join the organization. In the past, membership was based solely on the birth certificate. A spokesperson for the group stated, "Starting today, we will accept and register youth in the Cub and Boy Scout programs based on the gender identity indicated on their application." This is more in line with the Girl Scouts membership guidelines. Although the Scouts won't admit it, this change came about because of an 8-year-old transgender boy from New Jersey named Joe Maldonado. Joe was

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community." It's said the draft was one of about 200 that was written but never even reached Trump's desk. "Some are real, some are drafts of things people like, and some are ideas people from outside have suggested." While there's still much to question and worry about, let's savor the positive when we see it.

kicked out of the Scouts a few months ago because he was born a girl. "Just knowing that he can go back to his Scouts and knowing that he's accepted, it means a lot," says his mom.

Our "Ask Billy" question comes from Stan in Los Angeles: "First you had those hot 'Teen Wolf' boys. Then Tom Daley. Now there's a video of Adrian Grenier pleasuring himself somewhere online. But it's vanished. Can you find it?"

I wish I could disclose the machinations I went through to get this video. Let's just say it pays to travel with a pair of Ben Wa balls. In the video, Adrian is Skyping with someone and pulls his sizable appendage through the bottom of his briefs.

About two minutes later, a male voice calls out to Adrian, saying he's gonna take off. Grenier says, "I'm just gonna take a shower if you wanna wait." The guy apparently didn't wait, so Adrian continues working on what Courtney Robertson from "The Bachelor" called "the biggest penis I'd ever seen - and the biggest bush!"

The video may have disappeared from most places, but you can still see every inch of Grenier on BillyMasters.com.

When Adrian's appendage is big enough to have its own entourage, it's definitely time to end yet another column. Of course, you can get all this and much more on BillyMasters.com the only site where a big bush isn't a political euphemism. If you've got questions, send them along to Billy@BillyMasters.com and I promise to get back to you before Tom Daley releases a 20-minute workout DVD (and, perhaps, an R-rated version). Until next time, remember, one man's filth is another man's bible.

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black history month

Celebrating Black History Month

Tim'm T. West b. July 6, 1972

There are aspects of ourselves that we are encouraged never to reveal, but I'm not a unicorn.

- Tim'm T. West

Hotspots has teamed up with our partners at LGBTHistoryMonth.com to celebrate Black History Month. Tim'm T. West and Alvin Ailey are two 20th century LGBT Icons who have left an indelible mark on the world around them.

Tim'm T. West, born Timothy Terrell West, is a hip-hop performance artist, poet, activist and educator. He has produced nine albums, written extensively about hip-hop culture and has been a spokesperson for a new generation of openly gay musicians.

West was born in Cincinnati, Ohio. He had a speech impediment as a child that caused him to stutter and repeat the “m” in his name, which led him to include it in his moniker.

West was a respected student and athlete who became interested in music at a young age. He was interviewed by recruiters from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point while in high school, but was rejected when he told them he was gay.

West was an active Boy Scout and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormon). But when he came out to his bishop and was rejected, he struggled with depression and anxiety and even contemplated suicide. He admitted later that the experience in luenced his youth outreach as an adult.

West was a serious college student. He attended Duke and Howard Universities and

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later The New School for Social Research in New York, where he was exposed to the spoken word and poetry scene. While pursuing his master's degree at Stanford University in 1999, West discovered he was HIV positive. The revelation inspired him to begin his youth advocacy work and to join with friends to launch the queer hiphop group Deep Dickollective. West coined the term “homohop” to describe homophobia in the hip-hop community.

As a solo artist, West has released music and published many books, including “Red Dirt Revival: a Poetic Memoir in 6 Breaths.” He performs, writes poetry and hosts “Front Porch,” a spoken word showcase that travels to colleges and universities. He also created a one-man show called “Ready, Set, Grow: A Coming of Age Story” about his life.

He launched MyWritingProfessor.com and continues to advocate for youth with Teach for America, where he combines education and advocacy to improve the experience of LGBT students in public schools. West's daughter, Shannon Rose Matesky, is also a spoken word artist. They both live in Chicago.

black history month

Alvin Ailey Jr. January 5, 1931-December 1, 1989

I am trying to show the world that we are all human beings and that color is not important. What is important is the quality of our work.

- Alvin Ailey Jr

Alvin Ailey Jr. was an internationally acclaimed dancer and choreographer. He founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, a dance company hailed as an ambassador of American culture. Ailey formed a multiracial company and revolutionized dance, incorporating elements of ballet and jazz, along with modern and African dance, into his work.

Ailey grew up in Rogers, Texas, the son of a young, struggling single mother. His father abandoned the family when Ailey was six months old. In 1941, the family moved to Los Angeles, where Ailey met Lester Horton, who ran the irst multiracial dance school.

Horton took Ailey under his wing, teaching him a variety of dance styles and techniques.

In 1953, Ailey joined Horton's company. Later that year, he was named artistic director.

In 1954, Ailey made his Broadway debut dancing in “House of Flowers.” He also performed in “Sing, Man, Sing” with Harry

Belafonte and in “Jamaica” with Lena Horne.

In 1957, Ailey established the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. The company's premiere performance, “Blues Suite”—a riveting work re lecting the African-American emotional experience—de ined Ailey's theatrical and eclectic style.

A proli ic choreographer, Ailey created 79 original works for his company.

“Revelations” (1960), recognized as his signature piece, is touted as the mostwatched work of modern dance. “Cry” (1971), one of Ailey's most successful works, was dedicated to his mother and African-American women.

In 1979, Ailey received the Springarn Medal for outstanding achievement from the NAACP. In 1988, he was recognized with a Kennedy Center Honors Award.

Ailey died at age 58 from complications of AIDS. In his memory, a section of West 61st Street in New York was named “Alvin Ailey Way.”

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Super Bowl LI Parties in Fort Lauderdale

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el salvador: dios, ` union, libertad “...a pesar de su limitado territorio, cuenta con una considerable riqueza de ecosistemas asociados a los bosques salados, bosques pantanosos, morrales, bosques secos, bosques caducifolios, robledales...” con Oscar Ambulo

Información General

El Salvador se encuentra en la parte central del continente Americano. El Salvador en la actualidad, tiene una población de más de 6 millones de habitantes.

El Salvador adquirió su estatus de república libre e independiente en 1859, luego de separarse de la Federación Centroamericana en 1841, unión que fue disuelta de facto dos años antes, en 1839, al haberse separado de esta el resto de estados 96 | Hotspots.LGBT

centroamericanos, quedando solo El Salvador como miembro oficial de ella.

El Salvador hace frontera con Honduras y Guatemala y este país centro Americano se divide en 14 provincias y la capital es la ciudad de San Salvador.

Riquezas Naturales

El Salvador se conoce por sus riquezas naturales tales como sus extensas montañas, las cuales están cubiertas por pastizales y por bosques

poco densos de encinas y coníferas. La vegetación natural del resto del país está formada por plantas caducifolias y pastizales subtropicales. En la franja costera quedan restos de la antigua selva tropical, con numerosos mangles. Los árboles tropicales, como mango, naranjo o banano, y las plantas medicinales son abundantes.

El Salvador cuenta con parques nacionales que presentan una flora y fauna de gran variedad; el Parque nacional Montecristo y Parque nacional El Imposible son los que cuentan con mayor riqueza, aunque también hay que destacar el de Cerro Verde, y el de Nancuchiname, y otros espacios naturales como la Laguna El Jocotal o el Complejo Los Volcanes. Las áreas protegidas suman más de 125 espacios naturales.

Por su posición geográfica, su historia geológica y su topografía, El Salvador, a pesar de su limitado territorio, cuenta con una considerable riqueza de ecosistemas asociados a los bosques salados, bosques pantanosos, morrales, bosques secos, bosques caducifolios, robledales, encinares, pinares, pino/ roble, bosques nebulosos y vegetación de playa.

Destinos Turísticos

Ahora, cuando de destinos turísticos se habla, el Salvador es se encuentra en los más famosos de América Central y le contaré de los tres más famosos.

Las Ruinas de San Andrés,

unas majestuosas ruinas encontrados entre los lugares turísticos más famosos e importantes de El Salvador.

Cautivan, con su patrimonio arqueológico, una antigua capital de un señorío maya que logró supremacía sobre los demás asentamientos del valle. Hoy en día, son solo apreciables las estructuras que conformaban el centro monumental, un complejo de pirámides y construcciones anexas que ocupan un área de aproximadamente 20 hectáreas. Entre estas estructuras hoy es posible de admirar pirámides, plataformas escalonadas y las ruinas de la acrópolis y plaza central, un sobrecogedor paisaje que se mezcla con la indomable acción de la naturaleza que ha tapizado con prado parte de las edificaciones y la majestuosa presencia del Volcán de San Salvador en el horizonte.

El segundo lugar del cual les quiero contar es la hermosa y majestuosa Playa El Tunco. Uno de los destinos más atractivos del El Salvador para amantes de las olas, escenario de playas reconocidas entre las mejores de Centro América para la práctica de surf. Su punto más famoso corresponde al Malecón bordeando la playa, corredor turístico desde donde apreciar el atardecer en el horizonte y degustar los tradicionales platos de la zona costera entre sus numerosos restaurantes. A solo 15 minutos, se sitúan las Playas el Tunco y el Sunzal, ambas afamadas playas que congregan a la comunidad sufista, caracterizadas también por su atmosfera 98 | Hotspots.LGBT

Parque Nacional El Imposible

Laguna el Jocotal

bohemia, reuniendo numerosos bares playeros, clubes y restaurantes.

Y el tercero y último, pero no menos importante, les contaré del impresionante Parque Nacional El Imposible. Situado en la Cordillera de ApanecaIlamatepec, corresponde a uno de los lugares turísticos de El Salvador más atractivos para los amantes de la naturaleza. Es un bosque tropical de montaña que alberga la mayor biodiversidad de especies vegetales y animales del país. Su terreno escarpado da origen a una serie de senderos que ascienden por las montañas alcanzando espectaculares miradores naturales, entre circuitos de diversa dificultad que transitan por cascadas, ríos y una exuberante vegetación.

Dentro de su asombrosa biodiversidad se cuentan al menos 1000 especies identificadas de flora, 500 de mariposas diurnas, 282 de aves, 103 de mamíferos y 53 especies de anfibios y reptiles, muchas de ellas amenazadas o en peligro de extinción. Entre otras cosas que se pueden hacer en esta riqueza natural, se encuentran rutas de teleféricos con las cuales se pueden apreciar todas las

vistas que posee esta belleza natural.

Gastronomía Deliciosa

El Salvador tiene una gastronomía muy diversa.

Hay que disfrutar las ricas Pupusas. Estas tortillas de maíz rellenas con diferentes ingredientes. Son las más fieles representantes de la cocina salvadoreñas .acompañar el delicioso atol shuco es una bebida típica que te vendría perfectamente en una mañana muy fría o después de una noche de parranda.

General Information

El Salvador is located in the central part of the American continent. El Salvador at present, has a population of more than 6 million inhabitants. El Salvador acquired its status

as a free and independent republic in 1859, after separating from the Central American Federation in 1841, a union that was dissolved de facto two years earlier, in 1839, when the rest of Central American states had been separated, leaving only El Salvador as an official member of it.

El Salvador borders Honduras and Guatemala and is divided into 14 provinces. The capital city is San Salvador.

Natural Treasures

El Salvador is known for its natural riches such as its extensive mountains, which are covered by grassland and thin forests of holm oaks and conifers. The natural vegetation of the rest of the country is formed by deciduous plants and subtropical grasslands. In

Playa El Tunco

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the coastal strip there are remains of the old tropical forest, with numerous mangroves. Tropical trees such as mango, orange or banana, and medicinal plants are abundant.

El Salvador has national parks that present a variety of flora and fauna; The Montecristo National Park and the El Imposible National Park are the most reknown, but don't overlook the Cerro Verde, and the Nancuchiname, and other natural areas such as the El Jocotal Lagoon or the Los Volcanes Complex. There are more than 125 protected areas throughout the country.

Sites to See

Now, when it comes to tourist destinations, El Salvador is among most famous of Central America and I will tell you about the three most famous.

The Ruins of San Andrés, a majestic set of ruins are perhaps the most famous and important tourist places of El Salvador. With their archaeological heritage, these captivating ruins are all that remains of an ancient capital of a Mayan lordship that gained supremacy over the other settlements of the valley. Nowadays, only a complex of pyramids and annexed constructions that occupy an area of approximately 20 hectares remain. Among the ruins, it is possible to admire pyramids, stepped platforms, and the ruins of the acropolis and central square, an overwhelming landscape that shows how Hotspots.LGBT | 99

nature has encroached upon the buildings and is dominated by the majestic presence of the Volcano Of San Salvador on the horizon.

The second place I want to tell you about is the beautiful and majestic Playa El Tunco. One of the most attractive destinations of El Salvador for lovers of the sea, this beach town is recognized as one of the best in Central America for surfing. El Tunco's most famous point is the Malecรณn bordering the beach. This tourist corridor is a great place to appreciate the sunset on the horizon and taste the traditional dishes of the coastal area as you sample its many restaurants.

Just 15 minutes away are the beaches El Tunco and El Sunzal, both famous beaches where the Surfing community congregate.

They are also characterized by their bohemian atmosphere, with numerous beach bars, clubs and restaurants.

The third and final place I'll tell you about is the impressive El Imposible National Park. Located in the Cordillera of ApanecaIlamatepec, it's the spot in El Salvador that is most popular for nature lovers. It is a tropical mountain forest that harbors the greatest biodiversity of vegetation and animal species that the country offers. Its steep terrain gives rise to a series of trails that ascend through the mountains reaching spectacular natural viewpoints, waterfalls, rivers 100 | Hotspots.LGBT

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and a lush vegetation.

Within its astonishing biodiversity are at least 1000 species of flora identified, 500 species of butterflies, 282 different bird species, 103 mammals and 53 species of amphibians and reptiles.

Many of the species found in El Salvador are threatened or endangered.

Check out the cable cars which allow you to appreciate all the beauty.

Delicious Cuisine

El Salvador has a very diverse gastronomy. Enjoy the rich pupusas. These corn tortillas are stuffed with different ingredients. They are the most faithful representative of Salvadoran cuisine. Wash them down with the delicious shuco atoll, a typical drink that would suit you perfectly on a very cold morning or after a night out.

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NEED WOOD

By Woody Miller

NEGOTIATING MONOGAMY

H

ey Woody!

It seems that someone moved the goalposts. When my boyfriend and I first met we agreed to have an open relationship. We’ve been together for over a year now, have grown closer to each other, and moved in, but he wants us to be monogamous. I, on the other hand, don’t want to do that, and don’t think I can ever return to a monogamous state. How do we work it out between us?

—Concerned Lover

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Dear Concerned: Relationships are not set in stone. They’re set in cottage cheese. If you think boyfriends moving goalposts after a year is a surprise, wait till you’ve been together for a longer time.

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“True monogamy (in nature) is rare,” said Dr. Stephen T. Emlen of Cornell University, an expert on evolutionary behavior in an interview with the New York Times.

So if it’s “unnatural” why does society see it as a moral imperative?

My own experiences leave me questioning it. I “wandered” in my last long-term relationship. Shame and guilt followed me like shadows after every encounter. Were they the consequences of violating a moral law or a holdover of antiquated thinking?

Either way, I was left with an unanswered question: How could I so deeply and

profoundly love my partner and still have sex with other guys?

The answer’s obvious if you’re observant.

Human beings are capable of experiencing two contradictory feelings at the same time and one does not negate the other. Maybe true love doesn’t prevent you from wanting casual sex. And maybe casual sex doesn’t diminish profound love.

There’s not much empirical or anecdotal evidence proving that monogamy is possible or even necessary for a relationship to thrive. Ask any long-term couple the top 5 reasons why they’re still together and none, I mean NONE, will say, “Because he’s sexually faithful to me.”

If sexual commitment is so unimportant in keeping couples together, why is fidelity considered so moral?

But I digress. You want to know how to make it work. First, know that relationships require constant re-negotiating as people change. It’s the flux and flow of life. You guys are obviously in love with each other for reasons other than sexual fidelity. What are they?

Talk about the value systems you share, what you love about each other. From there you can make rules that work for both of you. Maybe you only play when you’re out of town. Maybe you only play when Woody’s in town. Who knows?

Make up the rules and stick to them.

His change of mind is rooted in emotions, in a fear of loss and abandonment. He’d be more relaxed about monogamy if he sees that nothing will threaten the relationship. The problem is, you’ve got to convince him of that.

The only way to figure it out is to talk it out.

uAsk Woody a question at needwood@mac.com. Want more dating tips? Check out Woody’s book,

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he biceps (those perky muscles in the front of the upper arms) are great for showing off and always fun to work because they respond so well to training. For building biceps, the curl is just about the only exercise you can do, and it's all you really need for mounds of upper-arm power. Here's a routine that'll get those biceps bulging in 2017.

Perform 3 sets of eight to twelve reps with each exercise.

Standing Dumbbell Curl

The front barbell curl is perfect for taking the biceps through their full range of motion.

Stand grasping a barbell or EZ curl bar palms up in front of the thighs. Proceed to curl the bar up until the biceps meet your forearms. Pause, squeeze the positive upper contraction hard, then lower in a slow deliberate manner to starting position to get the benefit of the negative phase of the movement. Stretching between sets during any weight training session will aid recovery and speed growth by bringing extra blood to tired stressed muscle fibers.

Standing dumbbell curls are great for exercising each bicep separately. Stand grasping a dumbbell palm forward in the right hand. Proceed to curl the weight up until biceps meets forearm. Pause, squeeze the contraction, and then slowly lower to starting position.

Perform eight to twelve reps, and then switch the weight to the left hand for another set.

Don't be surprised if one bicep is stronger or bigger than the other, this exercise will help promote symmetry and allow the weaker muscle to catch up.

Concentration dumbbell curls allow you to isolate each bicep and make it work hard without the help of the other muscle groups.

Kneeling on the left knee, grasp a dumbbell palm up in the right hand just off the floor, elbow against the inner right thigh. Proceed to curl the weight up until bicep meets forearm. Squeeze and pause, then lower to starting position slowly.

Perform eight to twelve reps, and then switch the weight to the left hand for another set kneeling on the right knee.

Isometric presses allow you to stretch, work and pose at the same time! Standing, curl the right arm to a 90-degree angle, then grasp the wrist with the left hand. Press down with the left hand while the right hand pushes up, feeling the biceps contract. Hold for 20 seconds, then release. Perform five repetitions then swap arms.

Biceps are the smallest muscle group of the anterior upper body, so they are naturally going to show results quickly. Always pay attention to form and don't overdo the amount of weight. For more workout tips contact TrainerTomB@aol.com.

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