Hotspots! September 15, 2022 (Issue 3719)

The Black Party Saturday The Manor

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The Social event of the season presents the 50th Anniversary of the Miss Florida F.I. Pageantry System on Sunday and Monday, October 2nd and 3rd in the beautiful “Crystal Ballroom” at The Venue/The Manor Fort Lauderdale (2345 Wilton Drive). On Sunday October 2 it will be three pageants in one night with Miss Florida F.I. At Large, Mr. Florida M.E. and Miss Florida F.I. Supreme pageants. Then on Monday October 3rd is The Miss Florida F.I. pageant. The pageantry system attracts some of the top named female impersonators, and Movie, TV and Fashion stars from across the USofA and beyond.

In the past Miss Florida F.I. had celebrity

judges including KC and Sunshine Band, Boy George, and Sylvester.

Many pageant systems have started since, they have followed the lead of Miss Florida F.I., but Miss Florida F.I. is till recognized as one of the top 5 national pageants.

Former winners have gone onto great careers in TV, movies, and coveted lead roles in shows and cabarets including Las Vegas and P-Town, and have traveled not only across the state of Florida but around the world.

The host hotel is, once again, the Gallery One Doubletree Suites by Hilton Hotel (2670 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale).

The Current Court: Gustavo Rodriguez Cruz (Mr. Florida M.E. 2021/22); Velvet LeNore (Miss Florida F.I. at Large, 2021/22); Joanna James (Miss Florida F.I. Supreme 2021/22), and Melony Munro (Miss Florida F.I. 2021/22).

The owners who plan to uphold the vision of original owners Keith Landon and Rene Rodriguez include:

Alyson Thomas, a seasoned professional in the art form of female impersonation herself for over 40 years, brings professionalism, style, stability, and experience to the pageant. She is also known throughout the country as a leading promoter and supporter to many who have gone on to become national title holders, and a coach to newcomers. Well respected by everyone in the art form, a hands on owner with an eye for detail, coupled with personality, hospitality and vision.

Scott Holland, whose knowledge and experience in the Florida market includes: media and editorial experience, producer of events, judge to many pageantry systems including nationals and prelims to nationals, a pageant coordinator, public relations, professionalism, and a love for entertainment that cannot be touched.

Gary Santis, who has been involved with

the pageant for many years, is instrumental in keeping the history of the system alive. He brings decades of hands-on working knowledge of the system, and the experience that's makes Miss Florida F.I. rich in history, and memories. Gary continues to create amazing sets, outrageous productions, state of the art sound and lighting, encompassing a show and a night of entertainment not to be missed. Gary Santis is also the owner of Gary Santis events whose and has produced some of the biggest gay events south Florida has seen.

The Miss Florida F.I. pageantry system will take place on Sunday and Monday, October 2 and 3 at “The Venue” in Fort Lauderdale with doors opening each night at 7pm and pageant starting at 8pm sharp. To purchase tickets go to MissFloridaFIPageant.com.

For sponsorship or more information call Scott at 954-478-4587.

Miss, Mr. & Miss at Large Pub Pageant

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There are lots of exciting films with our favorite movie stars coming this season, including “Don't Worry Darling” starring Harry Styles, Billy Eichner's romcom “Bros,” “Hocus Pocus 2” and the Marilyn Monroe movie “Blonde.” Check out this list of fall films.

Sept. 16 Moonage Daydream / In theaters Music fans will have a lot to look forward to in this documentary of English singer-songwriter David Bowie. Directed by Brett Morgen, the film will explore the life and career of the talented and highly influential performer. Named after one of his songs, it includes unreleased footage from the performer's archives and never before seen live footage. Moonage Daydream also has the full backing of Bowie's estate.

Sept. 21

Meet Cute / On Peacock

Get cozy and stay in for this exclusive Peacock release. The rom-com, directed by Alex Lehman, stars Pete Davidson and Kaley Cuoco. The film follows Sheila (Cuoco) as she uses a time travel machine to “reshape” her relationship with Gary (Davidson). When a do-over of their first meeting doesn't work out as planned, Sheila insists on time-hopping to different points in Gary's life in the hope of shaping him into her perfect man.

Sept. 23

Don't Worry Darling / In theaters

Harry Styles and Florence Pugh star in this psychological thriller directed by Olivia Wilde (who also appears in a supporting role). Tensions erupt when the reality behind a seemingly perfect couple (Styles and Pugh) living in a seemingly ideal community comes to the surface. Once Alice (Pugh) starts investigating Jack's (Styles) employer, which happens to be the company that owns the experimental community, a whole world of secrets is unearthed.

A Jazzman's Blues On Netflix

Set in the post War War II deep south, Tyler Perry's latest film is a drama that deals with a forbidden love, deception and family secrets. It focuses on the life

of a black jazz singer as he sets out to pursue a career beyond the confines of rural life. It is based on Perry's first screenplay, written 26 years ago. The film stars Joshua Boone, Amirah Vann and Solea Pfieffer.

Sept. 28

Blonde / On Netflix Adapted from Joyce Carol Oats' 2000 novel, Blonde uses a fictitious take on Marilyn Monroe's (Ana De Armas) life to craft a semi-biographical tale of trauma, exploitation and addiction. It employs the stylistic use of black and white (sometimes switching back to color) to enhance the nostalgic atmosphere. The psychological drama is directed by Andrew Dominik (Killing them Softly, Mindhunter) and stars Adrien Brody, Bobby Cannavale, Xavier Samuel and Julianne Nicholson.

Sept. 30 Bros / In theaters Bros breaks ground as the first film both written by and co-starring an out gay man (Billy Eichner) as well as the first gay romcom released by a major Hollywood studio. The almost entirely LGBTQ+ cast also features Luke MacFarlane, Ts Madison, Symone and Monica Raymund. The story follows two gay men with commitment issues who may not be able to avoid stumbling into love.

Hocus Pocus 2

On Disney+

After almost 20 years Disney is releasing the sequel to the 1993 hit film Hocus Pocus. The film's story picks up 29 years later, with three high school students fending off the 17th century Sanderson

Sisters who have returned with a vengeance to terrorize Salem.

The comedy/horror hybrid stars Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy.

Oct. 21

Oct. 7 Amsterdam / In theaters

Set in the 1930s, Amsterdam is a comedic mystery that involves three friends who become suspects in a murder. When the friends probe into the truth behind the crime, they uncover major national secrets and find themselves at the center of an outrageous plot. It has an all-star cast that includes Christian Bale, Chris Rock, Taylor Swift, Timothy Olyphant, Margot Robbie and Robert Deniro. Amsterdam is director David O'Russell's first film since 2015's Joy.

Oct. 14 Halloween Ends / In theaters and on Peacock

It's that time of year again and those who love a good scare can look forward to yet another installment from the neverending (or is this really the end?) horror franchise. Jamie Lee Curtis and James Jude Courtney will return to portray their well-known roles. Halloween Ends follows Laurie Strode (Curtis) as she's torn away from a comfortable life penning her memoir to once again face the evil she's fought so hard to expel from her thoughts and life.

My Policeman / In theaters on Prime Video on Nov. 4 Harry Styles makes another appearance in this film directed by Michael Grandage. Set in 1950s England, Tom (Styles) is a gay policeman who marries a schoolteacher but soon enters a gay relationship with a museum curator. At a time when homosexuality was still illegal in England, the struggle to keep this a secret could destroy their lives.

Ticket

to

Paradise / In theaters

Another romantic comedy, Ticket to Paradise stars George Clooney and Julia Roberts. Convinced they are preventing their daughter from making the same mistake they made when they were younger, Clooney and Roberts play divorced parents traveling to Bali to stop her from marrying a local man. The film was directed by Oliver Parker who last directed 2018's Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again.

Black Adam In theaters

The latest installment from the DC Comics' universe, Black Adam stars Dwayne Johnson, Aldis Hodge and Pierce Brosnan. After being held prisoner for thousands of years, Black Adam (Johnson) is released into the modern world and uses harsh means to deliver his own version of justice. Facing a bigger threat than they can handle, The

Justice Society of America joins forces with Black Adam after helping him tone down his brutal approach.

The School for Good & Evil / On Netflix

The School for Good and Evil is based on Soman Chainani's fantasy novel of the same name. Directed by Paul Feig (Bridesmaids, the Heat, Spy), it follows best friends Sophie (Sophia Anne Caruso) and Agatha (Sofie Wylie) as they enter a magical school and end up on opposing sides. Charlize Theron, Michelle Yeoh, Kerry Washington, Laurence Fishburne also star.

Nov. 11

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever In theaters

Marvel Comics steps in this fall to offer the latest addition to the Black Panther series. Starring Latitia Wright, Lupita Nyong'o,

Nov. 23

Bones and All / In theaters

One part romance, one part horror and one part road-film, Bones and All captures a cross country trek by two cannibalistic lovers.

Danai Gurira and Winston Duke, the film picks up after the death of King T'Challa with the kingdom of Wakanda having to defend their nation from new invaders.

Set in Reagan era America, it is based on the novel by the same name by Camille DeAngelis. The film stars Timothee Chalamet, Taylor Russell, Mark Rylance and Michael Stuhlbarg.

This summer, we were blessed with new music from Beyonce and Lizzo, but fall will not disappoint. This season, we're getting new music from Blackpink, Taylor Swift, Meghan Trainor and more!

Here are 15 albums to look out for.

Blackpink - Born Pink Blackpink's second studio album, Born Pink, will be released on Sept. 16. The K-pop stars' first full-length album, The Album, came out in October 2020. Their lead single, Pink Venom, dropped in mid-August, and the group performed the instant hit recently at the MTV VMAs.

Noah Cyrus - The Hardest Part Noah Cyrus' first studio album, The Hardest Part, will be out Sept. 16. She has already released singles I Burned LA Down, Ready to Go, Mr. Percocet and Every Beginning Ends with Death Cab for Cutie's Benjamin Gibbard.

Deathcab for CutieAsphalt Meadows Speaking of Death Cab for Cutie, their 10th studio album, Asphalt Meadows, will

be out Sept. 16. The group has released several singles from it, including Foxglove Through The Clearcut, Here to Forever and Roman Candles. They are currently on tour.

Kelsea Ballerini - Subject to Change

Kelsea Ballerini's fourth studio album, Subject to Change, will drop on Sept. 23. The country pop star released singles The Little Things in early August and What I Have on Sept. 1 and will be launching her Heartfirst tour in late September.

Willow - Coping Mechanism

Willow is releasing her 5th studio album, Coping Mechanism, on Sept. 23. She released singles Maybe Its My Fault in late June and Hover Like a Goddess in early August. In May, Willow joined Yungblud on his single Memories.

Brandi Carlile - In the Canyon Haze Brandi Carlile is releasing an acoustic deluxe version of her last album These Silent Days on Sept. 28. Titled In the Canyon Haze, a double-vinyl version will be available on Nov. 25. It will be her 8th studio album. She is currently on tour.

Kid Cudi - Entergalactic

Kid Cudi will release his 8th studio album, Entergalactic, on Sept. 30 and an animated music series to go along with it on Netflix. He released the first single Do What I Want in early June and is currently on his To The Moon tour through the end of November.

Bjork - Fossura Fossura, Bjork's follow up to 2017's Utopia, will drop on Sept. 30. News of the Icelandic star's 12th solo studio album came at the same time as an announcement of her podcast, Bjork: Sonic Symbolism.

Charlie Puth - Charlie Charlie Puth has released four singles from his third studio album, Charlie. These include Light Switch in January, That's Hilarious in April, Left and Right– featuring BTS' Jungkook in June and Smells like Me in early September. Charlie will drop on Oct. 7.

Tove Lo - Dirty Femme Tove Lo's Dirty Femme, out Oct. 14, will feature her hit How Long from the Euphoria second season soundtrack. It will also feature the

Swedish pop singer's recent single No One Dies from Love.

Taylor Swift - Midnights

Taylor Swift announced that her 10th studio album, Midnights, is dropping Oct. 21 while accepting an award at the MTV VMAs in late August. In an Instagram post she described the album's songs as “the stories of 13 sleepless nights scattered throughout my life.”

Meghan Trainor - Takin' it Back Takin' it Back, out Oct. 21, is Meghan Trainor's fifth studio album. She released a video for first single Bad for Me in June

and remixes for the song in August. This is Trainor's first album since she had a child with actor Daryl Sabara (Spy Kids).

Tegan & Sara - Crybaby Canadian pop star twins, Tegan and Sara, released the single Fcking Up What Matters in April and in July, announced their 10th studio album, Crybaby, will be out Oct. 21. They also released a single titled Yellow. They are going on tour in support of the new album starting in late October.

Carly Rae Jepsen - The Loneliest Time

Carly Rae Jepsen announced in early August that her new album, The Loneliest Time, is coming out Oct. 21. She also announced her So Nice Tour, which starts in late September. Her last album, E*MO*TION, came out in 2015.

Louis

Tomlinson - Faith in the Future

The former One Direction member announced in late August that his new album, Faith in the Future, is coming on Nov. 11. He released the first single Bigger Than Me on Sept. 2. His last album, Walls, came out in January 2020.

Julian’s Reverse Quinceañera Pageant Venue Fort Lauderdale

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Leo Peralta’s Celebration of Life

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Pride Fort Lauderdale & Flockfest Labor Day Pool Party

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Echo

One South County Road • Palm Beach, FL 33480 833.253.5307 • echopalmbeach.com Daily 5pm–10pm • Happy Hour Mon–Fri 5pm–6pm

Located just a few blocks from the Breakers hotel at 230A Sunrise Avenue, Echo transports the senses, blending bold flavors and exoticism in a decidedly urban space. To start, enjoy sake and fresh sushi in the garden, dotted with lanterns, or see and be seen at happy hour in our Dragonfly Lounge, popular for its dramatic serpentine bar. For dinner, gather in the garden, front terrace or dining room for a veritable feast of Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese and Korean dishes, complemented by an outstanding selection of cocktails, beers and wines.

Foxy Brown 476 N. Federal Hwy. • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 754.200.4236 • foxybrownftl.com Mon – Fri 11:30am – 10pm • Sat & Sun Brunch 9:30am – 3:30pm An American bistro serving hearty dinner entrees plus upscale brunch dishes on weekends and a local neighborhood spot inspired by a patty melt and a milkshake, Foxy Brown specializes in serving comfort food with a twist! Some of their favorites are: French onion soup, maple bacon wings, poke salad bowl, the nemo & short rib grilled cheese sandwich and a must-have...the smores waffles. Visit them in October for Oyster Fest, Oct 7th & 14th. Reservations are suggested.

BBQ & Craft Company 947 Brickell Avenue • Miami, FL 33131 786.522.2300 • bbqcraftco.com • Mon-Thur 11:30am – 10pm

Fri – Sat 11:30am – 11pm • Sun 11am – 10pm

Serving up authentic & prime ribs, BBQ & Craft offers a full bar with with a great selection of craft beer, direct from local South Florida breweries. Here are some highlights: Appetizers: BBQ Chicken Wings, Loaded Mac & Cheese and Corn Bread. Main: Pulled Pork (even the sandwich is great), Ribeye and definitely their 2 or 3 Meat Plates. The Smoked Sausage is a must-try. BBQ is also sold by the pound to bring some home. Catering is also available. Enjoy the Q!

Café Seville

2768 E. Oakland Park Blvd. • Fort Lauderdale, FL 954.565.1148 cafeseville.com

Mon – Thur 5pm – 10pm • Fri – Sat 5pm – 10:30pm

A family-owned restaurant, showcases traditional Spanish cuisine in a welcoming atmosphere. Highlights: For starters, Spain's famous andalusian cold soup. Appetizers: Mejillones A La Navarra (mussels); Spanish Sausage; Calamaris. From their seafood menu: Salmon Mallorca, Red Snapper Ole and of course, Paella! Meats: Stuffed 12oz pork chop and Baby Lamb Chops with garlic, white wine, rosemary and brown sauce.

'Feud' returns

We loved Ryan Murphy's limited series “Feud” with Susan Sarandon and Jessica Lange, and we wondered what might come next. And now there's an answer: “Feud: Capote's Women,” based on the bestselling non-fiction book by Laurence Leamer, “Capote's Women: A True Story of Love, Betrayal, and a Swan Song for an Era.” It'll tell the

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board for this project? Tom Hollander ( “Pride and Prejudice”) as Capote, which makes sense. But we all know Murphy loves his actresses, so he's giving us, for starters, Chloë Sevigny, Naomi Watts, Diane Lane and Calista Flockhart. Acclaimed queer playwright Jon Robin Baitz is on the script and Gus Van Sa nt will direct. More casting news will come later, and production is set to begin this autumn in New York for a 2023 air date. Now, who wants to jumpstart a project as gay as this? Anyone? We'll wait.

Ariana DeBose chops it up in 'House of Spoils' In March 2020, “Blow the Man Down,” a black comedy/thriller from writersdirectors Bridget Savage Cole and Danielle Krudy, quietly dropped on Amazon Prime as the world was

story of late gay author Truman Capote and the circle of Manhattan socialites he called his “swans.” Fixtures like Babe Paley, Slim Keith, C.Z. Guest and Lee Radziwill (dearest youngs, go look them up) were Capote's constant companions. Until he wrote about them, that is. And then there were none. And who's on

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with Chloë Sevigny and Naomi Watts

preoccupied with a global pandemic. If you missed it then, it's still streaming and it's a smart and funny bit of wickedness. And once you see what these women can do, you'll have more reason to look forward to their next project, “House of Spoils,” a psychological thriller starring Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose, the queer actor who is currently, and justifiably, everywhere at once. DeBose plays a chef opening her first restaurant on a remote estate, where her challenges include the usual kitchen troubles… and a ghost on a mission of vengeance. It could happen. Look, it's the one plot point “The Bear” forgot to toss into its stew, so if it hits our plates with a side of flying butcher knives and at least one haunted risotto, we'll be checking it out.

'The People's Joker' is coming to make fanboys confused Vera Drew is a transgender comedy force who, until recently, has produced, directed, and written behind the scenes with comedy's weird wave, alongside stars like Eric Andre, Sacha Baron Cohen and Tim Heidecker. After building up a strong

resume on shows like “Who is America?” and flatly insane cult projects like the surreal series “Beef House,” it's time for Drew's first feature-length film, “The People's Joker,” premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival. Fully unauthorized by DC Comics, the film stars Drew as a failed clown dealing with gender identity, a Gotham City where comedy is illegal, a fascist caped crusader, and some parody versions of other villains you may recognize. Made during the first part of the pandemic and featuring a lo-fi aesthetic and cast members like Heidecker and Sarah Sherman from “Saturday Night Live,” this one looks like the perfect antidote to poisonous online comics fanboy culture. We can't wait.

Zoe Tarakes and Shea Couleé will queer up 'Ironheart' Earlier this summer we told you that “Judas and the Black Messiah” co-star Dominique Thorne would be stepping into the title role of the new Marvel Cinematic Universe series for Disney+, “Ironheart.”

Her character, Riri, is a teenage inventor genius who creates a power suit more iron than Iron Man's. That's when Tony Stark steps in to collaborate. Marvel was looking to add major queer characters to this series, as well, and now they've found two. Transmasculine actor Zoe Terakes — whose roles to date have included playing a trans inmate on the Australian prison drama, “Wentworth,” and a supporting role on the bonkers limited series, “Nine Perfect Strangers” — has stepped into an unspecified role here (details are never very forthcoming from the MCU; they hate spoilers even more than their fans).

Meanwhile,“ RuPaul's Drag Race” alum Shea Couleé has also been cast, and that's exciting because, unless we're forgetting something, there has yet to be a drag presence in the MCU. And we want one. The series is in production and a premiere date will be announced whenever they decide we're ready for that.

Romeo San Vicente understands that loving Thanos is wrong, yet he doesn't want to be right.

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Oakland Park Business Association Launch Party & Business Networker

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Beyoncé's seventh solo album is single-handedly ushering in a new wave of dance and house music, proving once again that she is the queen. Every sound, lyric, and transition on Renaissance is perfection with samples and collaborations by some of the most iconic names in the underground including Grace Jones, Kevin Aviance and Big Freedia. Bey also borrowed heavily from Donna Summer, incorporatin g "I Feel Love" in the album's final track. It is the second time she has pulled from the disco diva. "Naughty Girl," from her solo debut, takes pieces from Summer's "Love to Love You," another gay anthem.

With dancefloors hotter than ever, music artists are eager to capitalize on the club craze with new beats of their own. Whatever you're into — from bubble gum pop to hard tribal beats — there is sure to be something to get down to this season. Here are some of the best.

Kristine W

• “Can't Look Back”

One of the original dance divas, hailed by Billboard Magazine as Dance Artist of the Decade, returns with the first single from her soon-to-be released album. At its core, the track is a lush, soulful house groove that provides the perfect platform for Kristine's powerful vocals. Its message is to rise up and appreciate the day because looking back isn't going to heal the past. A global team of producers including James Hurr, J Squad's Joey Mosk and Joel Dickinson, Beyond Chicago and Tony

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Moran all flavor the track with their personal styles of house beats and EDM, ensuring the track will continue playing across every imaginable dance floor long into the winter.

Joey Diamond & Jace M

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“Tearin' Up My Heart”

Miami-based singer Joey Diamond and Miami-based DJ Jace M are bringing back pre-millennial beats to dancefloors this fall with their re-imagining of *NSYNC favorite “Tearin' Up My Heart.” While their version pays homage to the original, it takes the song in a new direction, incorporating

houe and disco elements for an uplifting club sound. Along with the radio edit, Jace M has called upon some of the biggest remixers and producers in the club industry to release their own versions of their track. The remix package includes eleven mixes of varying sounds from techno to hard tribal, making the track suitable for every dance floor. There is even an acoustic mix with a huge orchestral movement!

Stewart Taylor • “Maybe We Shouldn't Talk”

If there is one thing Stewart Taylor has learned in his years as a young adult, it's

the importance of walking away from unhealthy relationships. He sings about it in “Maybe We Shouldn't Talk”, his catchy true-to-life pop tune about breaking ties with an ex-lover. “My ex and I argued over anything and everything,” Taylor admits. “If there was a boundary that I set, he would cross it every time. I'm not saying he was a bad person. I did things, too, that hurt the relationship. It's just that we all have our demons. I didn't respond well to his and he didn't respond well to mine. Some people simply shouldn't be together.” But as another Taylor can attest to, bad relationships make great music.

The Oracle • “Cloud 9 Angel”

For those seeking a more celestial out-ofthis world groove, THE ORACLE returns with “Cloud 9 Angel”, their magical, dreamy, ethereal track that offers a moment of surreal escapism while celeb rating the abundance of nature. The track is the final release off Lost Amulet, Thr Oracle's debut EP that received critical acclaim for its soaring vocals, futuristic sounds, and deeply emotional narratives. “Cloud 9 Angel” stands apart from the other moody tracks on the EP with its hopeless romanticism

and naivete of the lyrics and sound. No other track on the EP features the bouncy glitches, progressive drums, and soaring melodies that carries “Cloud 9 Angel”.

JR Price • “Nightmare” (Casa de Galindo Galaxy Mix)

The title track to JR Price's sophomore album is about realizing a person once considered a dream is, in actuality, a nightmare. Where the album version has

deep emotional elements that bring tears to the eyes, the Casa de Galindo Galaxy Mix takes the song to a new level. It is full on techno with super high energy and high bpm. It's less crying over the devastation of a failed relationship and more about letting the rage out. It's one for all the vengeful boys in mesh shirts who want to air their grievances under a neon lit disco ball.

Bobby Newberry • “Blackout”

Bobby Newberry knows that the real party starts when the lights go out. He returns to the dancefloor with the fourth single from his upcoming EP. Written by Newberry and produced in collaboration with th3ory, the single is his most dance

driven house track yet. It's a hardpounding, sultry ride that flips at the end with a surprise half tempo vibe-changer. When asked if he's ever experienced a blackout in real life, Newberry admits that he has. “Especially when I'm in Miami. It's like I leave my off button at home. I want hang out and dance all night. I wake up with a big headache and no memory about how I got to wherever I am.” We know the feeling, Bobby.

By Tom Bonanti

FIVE WEIGHT TRAINING EXERCISES

THAT GUARANTEE RESULTS!

Whether your goal is to pack on muscle, lose fat, or simply build a healthy, sexy body, there are certain weight training exercises that need to be a part of every guy's routine. With these basic lifts you don't need to throw a lot of weight around. It's all about performing each rep of each set with good form and perfect technique. Here are five exercises every

man should master. Try 3-4 sets of eight to twelve reps twice per week for guaranteed results!

Squats are king. Whether you want to drop weight, build strength, or increase natural testosterone production, it all starts with the squat. Begin simply with body weight squats or exercise ball squats against the wall and

get the form down perfectly. Consult a personal trainer, look up a tutorial online, check out how other guys do it, then proceed to the squat rack with confidence!

Bench presses rule. When you think strength training and bodybuilding, there's probably no better exercise than the bench press for targeting chest, back and arms. Getting proper form down is not hard, but essential. You're merely picking up weight- barbells or dumbbells- and pushing them up above your head and chest as you lie flat on a bench. When you lower the weight, keep elbows parallel to the floor, then push up forcefully with all of your might. As with any of these exercises, it's always safer to have a spotter once you start tackling heavier weights.

Deadlifts promote brute strength. This is the simplest lift you can do – you're merely picking up as much weight as you can and putting it down again. There are many ways to perform deadlifts, with dumbbells, a barbell, etc. Just make sure to bend the knees, lift with core, butt and legs

and be careful about your lower back.

The power clean or hang clean lift develops upper body like no other lift. A bit more complica ted, but incredibly effective, this exercise may take practice to learn the form, so begin with a light barbell and give yourself plenty of space. Basically, you're picking up a weight off the floor, hoisting it to your waist, and then under your chin, and finally back down to the floor.

Rows build boulder shoulders and a strong back. There are many ways to do this exercise – with a barbell, dumbbells, rope attachments or on machines. You can perform it standing or seated. Basically, you're just mimicking the movement you'd do if you were rowing a boat, pulling weight toward yourself.

Push-ups are great and they can be performed easily anywhere anytime. You may not be able to perform one of these at first, but just keep at it. Start with modified pushups against the wall, then push-ups on the floor. Bench presses and power clean lifts will help to build and strengthen upper body and soon you'll be blasting chest and shoulders with sets and sets of push-ups.

Always remember to keep your workouts consistent. Keep your routines interesting, be mindful of good form and keep these 5 exercises in mind whenever you go to the gym and expect results.

Tom Bonanti is a certied tness trainer and massage therapist (MA#40288) with his own one on one gym in Ft. Lauderdale. Contact trainertomb@aol.com with questions or to set up a free tness consultation.

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Where Are The Girls At?

Get Ready for GIW Beach in St. Petersburg, this October!

By Maria Espinal

Taking place October 7-9, and brought to you by S. Florida’s Pandora Events, this time the party comes to St. Pete Beach for a weekend that promises to make new memories! So, start making your suitcases ladies, here is a list of events to plan for:

Friday, October 7th Sunset Happy Hour • 4pm - 7pm Postcard Inn, 6300 Gulf Blvd., St Pete Beach, FL • Free Events Welcome to paradise. Check-in and check it all out. Head to the Beachside Bar, mix, mingle and experience an amazing sunset paired with drink specials at host hotel. Out For Laughs with Jen Jober • 7pm Postcard Inn, 6300 Gulf Blvd., St Pete Beach, FL

Award winning comedian and actress, Jen Kober has energetically bounded onto the national stage bringing crowds to their feet with her original blend of stand-up, story telling, and improvised rock-n-roll comedy.

Wonderlust 9pm – 2am • Location TBA Women will take over this downtown lesbian owned hot spot for a wild night.

Live music, followed by dancing with DJ Citizen Jane and Ivy Les Vixen and her lovely ladies on the go-go boxes.

Saturday, October 8th

1st Annual Wonderland Beach Volleyball Tournament

9am - 12pm • Postcard Inn

Play, sit back and watch the balls fly beachside. Teams will win medals, swag and bragging rights. Let's serve it up! Sign up online.

Lez Beach House Pool Party

1pm - 6 pm • Postcard Inn

Sip tropical cocktails, sun bath and splash in the enormous pool, dance to the beats of DJ Citizen Jane and DJ Pat Pat, as we exclusively take-over this St. Pete beachfront paradise. Poolside Daybeds and Cabanas are available.

Women's Film Tampa Bay International

Gay & Lesbian Film Festival

7:30pm – 9pm • Location TBA Signature Night Event – Euphoria

9pm - 2am • Postcard Inn Location TBA

Sunday, October 9th DIP Pool Party

1pm – 6pm • Postcard Inn

Sunday vibes poolside. Tropical cocktails, take a 'dip' in that pool, DJ Citizen Jane and DJ Pat Pat on the decks, as we close out the weekend at this beachfront paradise. Poolside Daybeds and Cabanas are available.

Bae Jazz Brunch

10am – 12pm • Postcard Inn

Enjoy a delicious buffet brunch and soulful live jazz. The yummy brunch Chef Choice.

Pandora Events has been celebrating women and the LGBTQ+ community for over twenty-two years, bringing thousands of LGBTQ+ patrons together at the hippest venues and resorts producing over the top shows, celebrating music, dance and art, and keeping women from around the world coming back for more. All GIW Beach events are 21 and over / rain or shine / no refunds or exchanges. For updated information, visit giwbeach.com

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By Andreus Quinones

Dear Andreus, My boyfriend and I have been together for ten years. He keeps telling me that he wants to spend the rest of his life with me. I suggested we get married because I feel the same way, especially after all this time. The problem is that he doesn't want to get married. He says that he does not believe in marriage, and it should not change things. For me, I feel like marriage is the next step, and if we are going to spend our lives together then it is a true sign of security. Am I missing something?

Sincerely, Abner S. Dear Abner, I agree that it would seem like marriage would be the next step. However, if he does not believe in marriage, there is nothing wrong with that. Yes, it is a symbol of love and some paperwork –

but like anything, there are no guarantees. People do like that sense of security, but that does not promise a lifetime with someone. Marriages break just like relationships. Though you want marriage, my response is – If it isn't broke, don't try to fix it. Obviously, you guys have something special after ten years. Enjoy it, nurture it. You already have something that a lot of people are looking for.

Dear Andreus, After 2 years, my boyfriend and I seem like we are going to break up. When we met, I was planning on transitioning. He told me that he would support me 100%, because he was more attracted to women, since he was married before. Recently, after much thought, I decided that I did not want to transition, and he told me that if I wasn't –then he was leaving me. I don't know how to feel about this. He has been with me all this time; I cannot believe that my decision is going to end us. What do I do?

Sincerely, Francis P. Dear Francis, What do you do? Well, that is clearly up to you. If it were me, I would let him go. He has been with you this long without pre-transition, so the assumption would be that there were genuine feelings involved. If he has been staying just based on you eventually transitioning, then the relationship was not built on genuine feelings about the authentic you. If you truly love someone or want to be with someone, then you accept their truth, and you embrace them living in their truth. His decision to leave means that he cannot accept your truth, and better that you know that now. I am sorry things have happened this way, but maybe the Universe has something better in store for you.