Wire Magazine Issue #27, 2011: Score Celebrates 13th Year Anniversary with Kazaky

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ALL WIRED UP

BY THOMAS BARKER

TO THE COSMOS AND BACK When I first moved to Miami, Lincoln Road was and still is one of the hottest places to see and be seen, and even though I lived all the way in Miramar – I know, I know… what was I thinking?!

– I found myself regularly doing laps up and down the Road with my friends on a daily basis. The constant rotation of beautiful fashionistas and bohemians working the Road as if it were their very own personal runway show just mesmerized me.

With all of the fantastic restaurants and boutiques on Lincoln Road, there was only one place my friends and I loved to sit back, enjoy the people watching, and, of course, grab a few happy hour cocktails.

At the time, Score’s happy hour was well known for one major thing – FROZEN COSMOS! For $5 you could get a little piece of heaven in a cup. Was it vodka? Was it rum? Was it tequila? Honestly, we never knew! All I do know though, is that about two frozen cosmos in, you were well on your way to a wild night – if you made it that far!

Lucky for me, I was only 21 at the time and had the energy of an energizer bunny, so after a few hours of frozen cosmos, I would somehow make my way inside for a wild night of music, dancing, and some of the hottest guys I had ever seen in my life.

It has now been about seven years, and Score continues to serve up a mean frozen cosmo, but they’ve also grown to include so much more.

Thirteen years after opening their doors, Score has still managed to stay at the top of its game when it comes to being South Beach’s only large gay dance club. Over the years, while other gay dance clubs were closing their doors, Score has been able to not only thrive, but also grow to a point that they have actually had to partner with other major dance clubs in Miami to host some of their bigger events.

During Miami Beach Gay Pride 2010, they hosted the first Urge event at Dolce. The event was such a success; Score has continued to produce events during major holiday weekends. In fact, just this past Independence Day Weekend the boys from Score produced and hosted the hottest party of the holiday weekend at Dream Nightclub.

Hundreds of guys filled the club to listen to the beats of DJ Abel. It was certainly a success!

According to Score general manager, Luis Morera, Score and its big production events have been successful because of a basic formula they discovered years ago.

“Urge is the same great concept that has helped Score last for 13 years – we offer top-notch entertainment by some of the biggest DJs in the industry at a low cover charge, along with low drink prices,” explains Luis in this week’s cover story.

“In terms of production, entertainers, sound, lights, and DJs

– Urge, and Score for that matter, is definitely the best deal in town.”

And I couldn’t agree more!

Next Sunday, Score will host its 13th Anniversary Party with one of the biggest anniversary soirees to date. Every year, the boys at Score seem to top themselves time and time again – pun certainly intended – and this year will be no different.

Score will reveal their latest video installation that is set to blow the minds of Score revelers while DJ Mac plays the hottest pop videos remixed to get the party moving. After DJ Mac’s set, the gorgeous and wickedly talented European pop sensation Kazaky will perform. As you will read in our cover story, these guys are absolutely amazing. This will be their Miami debut and they have promised to deliver an over the top show!

The rest of the night will be dedicated to the music and people that have helped Score stay at the top of its game, and there’s no person better than DJ Abel to ensure that is exactly what happens!

Score owner Billy Kemp and Luis have also promised me that there will be tons of other surprises to expect. I know I am very much looking forward to it!

Happy 13th anniversary Score!

I look forward to seeing you on the dance floor next Sunday!

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BY MICHAEL W. SASSER POST MODERN nlandia Vodka and herradura Tequila as sponsors. the Parade, Ex STRUCTURE CHANGE CAN’T REALLY BETTER MUNICIPALcomplement GOVERNMENT main ofsince Pride, and Miami-Dade County has gone through it. At least twice on the people who have held the position subsequently, manage; nationalstages media has long documented the in recent years. So have countless other municipal govern- but one thing seems clear: it didn’t work. The County has adventures of mighty wealthy managers skipping from ments in Florida and around the country. only continued to struggle and the mini-revolution in the town to town, contract to contract. eally hasthisalready gonethatby for some additional fun at is hard to believe that a year county past year demonstrated the since public sure we isn’t It’s changing the structure of government. No, this is not pleased with elected leaders. So once again, an unhappy An additional weakness of the city manager style of gova euphemism for somehow fixing what government does public turned its eye to changes to how things work sys- ernment is that managers often end up as fall guys for supported1 by the politicians.to Many the publicthi blished first ever PrideofCollector’s Edition of Wire magazine, policy from p.m.

7timesp.m. poorly or the somehow morphing the objective government temically at county hall. blames the person charged with instituting crappy policy into something civic-minded. Supporters of these oftencyclical changes might claim that basic structure change is Secondly, in one of the more unusual separations in lo- instead of the people who created it. that is definitely thethemcase. is government, once again place in miik will be spinning, revolutionary.

But time has proven wrong. Pride cal Hollywood’staking city manager, Cameron Benson, and the city agreed to something akin to an un- Personally, I have liked more city managers than I have officials. But does it make a difference in the virtue In this case the basic structure change to which I refer is contested dismissal or an agreed-upon dismissal. Although elected government? No. Not one bit. Finlandia v ami Beach this Saturday and hope thatthought allwell our readers in of a complimentary the fundamental balance of power – familiar forms such we Benson was generally of during his nine-year as strong mayor system, mayor and commission system, a tenure, he was accused of bungling the city’s challenged See, the real problem with government at all levels, and strong city manager system, and variations of these. and effectively ousted. I had the opportunity to which we’re all seeing play out on numerous stages, is ami and Fort lauderdale willfinances have a achance ticket purchase. interview Benson few times, likedto him,enjoy and found this him the people involved in it and attracted to it. For generaSound arguments can and have been made on each side sharp and imaginative. Recent reports, though, have ac- tions, elected officials were successful in their own rights, of the discussion about each potential form of government. centuated one of the issues most confounding about the set aside self-interest for a brief period of time to really be ek’s 2010 Pride areCollector’s Edition.

We couldn’t gotten Sometimes these arguments even made by actually empowered city manager structure.have Benson, 49, is walk- public servants – and then returned home. reasonable people. I’m not here to advocate for one form ing away with a virtual fortune and impressive pension; or another. Instead, it’s necessary to point out that a the and allsupport of it extends from is on the up-and- Today, “politician”sure is simplyto the stop single most re without allI think your support, and ofhis contract our and advertisers, make bylucrative our structural change is not a panacea for all that ails munici- up. This is rubbing people in Hollywood the wrong way career decision a bright young attorney with a heaping helping of narcissism can make. All the structure, all of pal governments. Legitimately in the end, in my observa- given the financial condition of the city. acting as of bufferthis betweenweek’s electeds and sp tion, it doesn’t difference at all. onsors, andmakeallanythe members of theBenson, Wire staff. Thanks very much the professionals your copy though, was a longtimer. The real problem with the masses can’t change that. Rooting these people out of Two recent stories prompted me to really consider this is- high-end city managers is that they are generally guns for government is the solution to most problems in the country in our communities. But that’s a lot harder than toying sue. One wasfor that structural changeus was make part of the reThey come into a city, sign a huge contract, and and contest, everyone helping thishire.possible! but definitely stop form package that Miami-Dade County had thrust upon it. leave two years later with a fortune and usually with the with structure and thinking it will foster wholesale change.

Structure is just a sad smoke screen.

Irony abounded here, because it seems just a decade ago city in no different shape than on arrival. Their contracts that voters, to the benefit of Alex Penelas, approved the also tend to ingratiate managers to the politicians who hotel Victor to celebrate Pr County’s strong mayor system. The idea was that the struc- inked the deal. Moreover most city managers don’t have --Author and journalist Michael W. Sasser’s commentary ture would create instant accountability. Perspectives vary any real long-term concern or investment for the city they on all things political appears exclusively in Wire MagaYour e-mail is welcome at Michael@wireweekly.com e also hope that you will be able to participate in the zine.pool party. We will be cam 6 | wire magazine | follow wire on facebook & twitter: visit www.wireweekly.com & click on the icons ide festivities on Saturday, plus many of the ancillary some additional fun in the This past weekend we celebrated our nation’s independence with spectacular fireworks around the country. I chose to stop by The Palace for a couple of drinks and met up with friends to walk across Ocean Drive to the white sands of Miami Beach just before 9 p.m. I have lived in Miami for over a decade, but this was the first time that I ventured out to the Beach to see a magnificent fireworks extravaganza on the sand up close – the thought of crazy crowds and traffic had kept me from doing this before. It was well worth it! Getting to the Beach around 6:30 p.m. for a quick bite made it a breeze.

Fourth of July has come and gone and the summer is now in full swing. That means SummerFest is back! The 4th Annual SummerFest weekend celebration has grown to be a bigger and better weekend and the biggest party of the summer in Miami Beach for Wire Magazine’s readers and all our friends.

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WIRE COVER: UKRAINE POP SENSATION KAZAKY TO PERFORM AT SCORE 13-YEAR ANNIVERSARY

BY THOMAS BARKER PHOTOS PROVIDED BY FIREWORK SOUND It’s lucky 13 for South Beach’s largest seven-day-a-week gay dance club, Score Nightclub, and they’ve got one hell of a party to celebrate!

When Score first opened its doors, South Beach was certainly in its big gay heyday. Thousands of gay men flocked to the multi-billion dollar sandbar to experience a night unlike any other. Incredible dance music, over-the-top performers, celebrities, debauchery, and glamour just seemed to be oozing through the streets of SoBe. Over time though, the club kids grew up and South Beach started to lose some of its biggest nightclubs. Unable to evolve with the times, many of the large nightclubs just couldn’t keep the consistent crowds needed to support a seven-day-a-week gay dance club.

But that certainly has not been the case for Score. Since the very beginning Score has made it a point to constantly grow and evolve with the community. Their weekly line-up continually features nights and events that really do appeal to a variety of people. Their longest running weekly party Planeta Macho is still the hottest Latin dance party in town. Thursday nights Crème and Sugar with DJ Pride is always jam-packed.

Friday nights bring in the young and fabulous with DJ Mac spinning hot pop beats paired with videos during Filthy Gorgeous Fridays. Saturdays are always wild, as they pay tribute to the scene that made South Beach so famous by featuring some of the biggest DJs in the industry.

And if that were not enough, Score has even outgrown its own space and has started producing events at larger clubs in Miami. During Miami Beach Gay Pride, they took over the huge Ice Palace in Downtown, and they’ve also partnered with Dream Nightclub and Dolce to produce amazing dance events!

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WIRE COVER: UKRAINE POP SENSATION KAZAKY TO PERFORM AT SCORE 13-YEAR ANNIVERSARY To celebrate their anniversary, Score is bringing in the European sensation Kazaky. Now if you haven’t seen their videos on YouTube or Facebook, I suggest you stop by www.wireweekly.com and click on the Videos tab to see their latest hits, “In the Middle” and “Love”. Both songs have received over 10 million hits on YouTube alone!

The combination of skin, toned bodies, high fashion, dance ability, pure sexiness, and really, REALLY, high heels – yes I said heels – are what really set these guys apart. In fact, they have become so popular, they are regularly asked to open for some of the biggest fashion shows in the world, including Paris Fashion Week, Karl Lagerfeld, and DSquared, amongst many others.

Their style is so unique; Lady Gaga’s own people have reached out to them for potential partnerships!

Their performance at Score’s 13th Anniversary Party will be their first performance in the Miami, and you can bet they are going to WURK! In the meantime, I caught up with Score owner Billy Kemp and general manager Luis Morera to get the inside scoop on everything Score.

Check out what they had to say: It’s been an incredible year for Score. What have been some of your greatest memories from the past year?

Luis: In terms of how we’ve really grown this past year, we have really started to connect with a number of up and coming artists and featured them in full on productions. Our production value at Score has increased in a major way, and I think people recognize that.

One of the things I’ve noticed throughout the year is that you guys now produce oneoff events at major clubs outside of Score. How did that happen?

Luis: We felt that Miami definitely needed more options when it comes to entertainment. Unfortunately the clientele isn’t consistent enough to keep a big venue packed every night of the week. This is why we decided to do special events during holiday weekends that take Score outside of its space and into some of the biggest clubs in Miami. Urge is the same great concept that has helped Score last for 13 years – we offer topnotch entertainment by some of the biggest DJs in the industry at a low cover charge, along with low drink prices. In terms of production, entertainers, sound, lights, and DJs – Urge is definitely the best deal in town.

You guys have regularly partnered with local LGBT organizations within the community – Miami Beach Gay Pride being one of them. Tell me what your relationship was with Pride last year?

Luis: We put together the Saturday night sanctioned event, which we also called Urge. We also hosted a couple of fundraisers before to provide Pride with the much-needed funds necessary to pull off such a large event.

Why do you feel it is important to give back to the community on a scale as large as this?

Billy: We wouldn’t be here if it were not for the gay community. We give back because not only is it the socially responsible thing to do, but also our customers are our friends, our allies, and our family. Giving back is just a natural part of who we are, and we really appreciate all they do for us too!

Luis: It is also really important to us to support the community that is here as well.

If our community grows, more and more gay businesses will be able to open here and succeed.

In terms of community events, you guys have another really big event coming up that you are collaborating on with the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force. Can you tell me about that?

Luis: Our next big event – after our anniversary party of course – is the 4th Annual SummerFest dance event. Every year for the past four years, we have partnered with The Task Force and Pink Dollar Enterprises to host the largest gay dance event of SummerFest Weekend.

This year, the dance event will take place on Saturday, July 23 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., and we have brought in Rafael Calvente from Brazil to work the turntables. This event is 13 | wire magazine | follow wire on facebook & twitter: visit www.wireweekly.com & click on the icons

WIRE COVER: UKRAINE POP SENSATION KAZAKY TO PERFORM AT SCORE 13-YEAR ANNIVERSARY always packed, and we are expecting an even larger crowd this year.

speak. It is a sad and happy moment for me right now.

Speaking of the anniversary party. This is always a huge event. What can people expect this year?

As for the happy hour, I know that has been in the works for a bit. Can you tell me what you guys are doing with your outdoor patio?

Luis: This year we decided to really go back to basics.

First off, it is all about the shock and awe of the entertainment. Thirteen years ago in South Beach, we had some of the most amazing entertainers performing here from around the world, and we wanted to bring that feel back for our anniversary, which is why we are bringing in a big, big pop/dance group from the Ukraine called Kazaky. All of our bartenders will be contributing to the mix by dressing up in retro-gear. Our visuals are going to be mind-blowing, but I don’t want to get into that because I want it to be a surprise.

Luis: The new concept for the outdoor patio is to really play with the five senses. We began with the visuals by changing out a lot of the furniture, and we have even more coming. And to really connect the inside of Score to the outdoor patio, we added some speakers outside, so our happy hour crowd can sit on Lincoln Road, enjoy a great cocktail, and still feel like they are a part of the party inside. Our customers are definitely going to see an upgrade in our cocktails as well. We are changing our glassware, and we will now be offering bottle service for wine.

We know that martinis are a big thing for happy hour, so we are even changing our martini glasses. Everyone should stay tuned to Wire Magazine for the date of the launch event in August.

As for music, you guys selected DJs Mac and Abel for the big night. Why those two?

Luis: Well Mac is definitely going to give you the fun, pop, 80s, rock, mixed format paired with some music videos that will get the night really pumping. DJ Abel will be bringing the 100 percent high-energy dance music that people really love.

What big events do you guys have planned for the next year?

Billy: We really wanted to give everyone a combination of Friday and Saturday nights here at Score.

Luis: The next big event will take place on Labor Day Weekend. We are going to do another Urge party. Halloween is always a great party. And we will continue to work with a lot of record labels to bring in their up and coming artists. Remember that Lady Gaga performed here before anyone even knew who she was!

How did you get connected with Kazaky?

Anything else you guys want our readers to know?

Luis: I followed them on Facebook. I also follow a lot of fashion shows, which is where I first saw them perform.

Kazaky recently opened a fashion show for DSquared and Paris Fashion Week. They’ve also opened for Karl Lagerfeld and other designers. They are really hot in Europe right now, and this will be the first time they’ve performed in Miami. That in itself is going to be a huge hit!

Luis: I really want our customers and the community to know how much we appreciate their consistent support of not just Score but the big events we produce outside of Score. It’s been 13 years, which is quite an accomplishment, and that wouldn’t be possible without our loyal customers. We don’t plan on going anywhere soon!

The fact that these guys have really amazing bodies, are incredible dancers, and can really work these really, really high heels caught my attention.

When did you decide to book them?

Luis: I was with some friends and they became the subject of conversation one night. I started doing research until I ended up talking with a friend of mine in New York City, who is a big promoter there. He and I decided to work together to do a double booking, and bring them to the U.S.

Billy: I also want to thank all of the other clubs that work with us. It is great that we have come together to create events that really help drive tourism and keep South Beach on the map as a gay dance destination. Our promoters have also been terrific! Of course, there’s the Wire Magazine, which has been a part of the community well before Score opened and continues to support us!

Every year, you guys upgrade the space. What did you guys do this year?

Billy: This year, we decided to concentrate on two projects. First was the outside patio and remodeling the upstairs lounge area. The upstairs lounge has the only original Score bar left, which we are demolishing as we 14 | wire magazine | follow wire on facebook & twitter: visit www.wireweekly.com & click on the icons

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WIRED ON THE ARTS: JULY 7 - 20

BY JAMES CUBBY

JULY 7 - 20 Summer sizzles in Miami, on the beaches and off, with an impressive roster of entertainment that offers a little something for everyone. The

musical offerings include Latin pop rock band, Maná, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, the incredible Rihanna with special guest J. Cole, and Sade with John Legend. Miami’s theatre season continues all year and current shows include the Broadway smash hit Mamma Mia! at the Broward Center, Avenue Q at the Riviera Theatre, the world premiere of See Jane Run! at Actor’s Playhouse, and Masked at GableStage at the Biltmore.

Theatre audiences will also be treated to performances from some of the best theatre companies from Latin America during the International Hispanic Theatre Festival (IHTF) of Miami. Other upcoming highlights include Cirque du Soleil’s popular show Alegria, the American Black Film Festival, and the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim.

CONCERTS

THEATRE

The Latin pop rock band, Maná, brings their sound to the American Airlines Arena on July 7. Maná has earned three Grammy Awards, five Latin Grammy Awards, five MTV Video Music Awards Latin America, four Premios Juventud awards, nine Billboard Latin Music Awards, and 13 Premios Lo Nuestro awards.

Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, best known for their hit cover “I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll,” bring their show to the Hard Rock Live on July 12. Fans will remember their hits like “Crimson and Clover,” “I Hate Myself for Loving You,” “Do You Want to Touch Me,” “Light of Day,” “Love Is All Around,” “Bad Reputation,” and “Little Liar.”

The acclaimed International Hispanic Theatre Festival (IHTF) of Miami (July 7- 24) presents some of the best theatre companies from Latin America, Europe, and the United States. Various locations in Miami. For schedules and locations, visit www.teatroavante.com

Lo Crudo, Lo Cocido, Lo Podrido, presented by the XXVI International Hispanic Theater Festival, will play at the Arsht Center on July 7 & 8 at 8:30 p.m. A trio of shadowy waiters are cloistered in a restaurant waiting for the return of the glories of yesteryear.

The Area Stage Company and Conservatory presents the hilarious musical, Avenue Q, winner of three Tony Awards, at the Riviera Theater from July 8 -16. For more info visit www.areastagecompany.com

The incredible Rihanna brings her Loud Tour to the Bank Atlantic Center on July 14. Joining Rihanna onstage is special guest J. Cole.

Sade, who first exploded on the music scene in the eighties, returns to the stage with John Legend on July 15 at the Bank Atlantic Center in Ft. Lauderdale and on July 16 at the American Airlines Arena in Miami. For more info visit www.livenation.com

EVENTS The American Black Film Festival (thru July 9) returns to Miami Beach with an impressive itinerary that includes some of the latest and best Black films from around the world and a series of panels and symposiums. At various theaters throughout Miami Beach. For more information, visit www.abff.com.

The Rhythm Foundation and Little Haiti Cultural Center produce Big Night Little Haiti on the third Friday of each month (6-10 p.m. on July 15). This evening includes kreyol jazz music performed on the Little Haiti Cultural Center Plaza with arts and crafts in the gallery. For more info visit www.bignightlittlehaiti.com.

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim brings the fashion world to Miami Beach with a series of swimwear runway shows and events at the Raleigh Hotel from July 15-19. For more info visit www.mbfashionweek.com

COMEDY Comedian Eddie Griffin, best known for his sitcom, Malcolm & Eddie, brings his humor to the stage of the James L. Knight Center on July 15 at 8 p.m.

VENUES

Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre 280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables 305.444.9294 www.actorsplayhouse.org Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Downtown Miami 305.949.6722 www.arshtcenter.org American Airlines Arena 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami www.aaarena.com BankUnited Center 1245 Dauer Drive, Coral Gables 561.367.3583 www.bankunitedcenter.com

GableStage, known for its critically acclaimed productions, presents Masked from July 9 to August 7. This is an explosive Israeli play about three brothers locked in a life-and-death struggle.

Actors’ Playhouse brings theatre fans the world premiere of See Jane Run! running at the Miracle Theatre from July 13-August 14. This play gives us a funny and moving look at the female sex.

Broward Center for the Performing Arts 201 Southwest Fifth Ave., Ft. Lauderdale 954.462.0222 www.browardcenter.org

Over 32 million people have fallen in love with Mamma Mia!, the Broadway hit based on the songs of ABBA, which returns to the Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center from July 19-24.

GableStage at the Biltmore 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables 305.445.1119 www.gablestage.org

The internationally renowned Cirque du Soleil brings their popular show, Alegria, to the Bank Atlantic Center from July 20-31. For more info visit www. cirquedusoleil.com

Hard Rock Live 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood 954.327.7625 www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com James L. Knight Center 100 S.E 2nd St., Miami 305.416.5977 www.jlkc.com Little Haiti Cultural Center Plaza 212 NE 59th Terrace, Miami 305.672.5202

DANCE The Tango Times Dance Company presents Native Tango: Argentine Folk & Tango Show at the Manuel Artime Theater on July 9 at 8:30 p.m.

The show was based on an original idea of Oscar Caballero and Roxana Garber.

Submissions for Wired on the Arts should be sent to: cubby@wireweekly.com.

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Manuel Artime Theater 900 S.W. 1st St., Miami 786.221.21.5976 Raleigh Hotel 1775 Collins Ave., Miami Beach www.raleighhotel.com The Riviera Theater 1560 S. Dixie Highway, Coral Gables 305.666.2078

WIRED ON: MENTAL HEALTH GOING SOLO IN COUPLES THERAPY CAN RELATIONSHIP THERAPY WORK WHEN ONLY ONE PARTNER PARTICIPATES?

There are many reasons why a person might seek counseling for relationship problems without his or her partner’s participation. For example, the relationship may be so negative that the absent partner doesn’t think it can be repaired, the absent partner may be reluctant to share personal information with anyone outside the relationship, the partner seeking counseling may fear that the absent partner will interfere with a constructive counseling process, or the absent partner may be prevented from participating because of scheduling or geographic obstacles. Regardless of the reason why only one partner is present with the therapist, counseling can still be worthwhile. By exploring and expressing his or her feelings and learning new communication skills, one partner can have a positive impact on the relationship.

HOW CAN ONE PARTNER CHANGE A RELATIONSHIP FOR THE BETTER? Any relationship therapist will tell you that one of the most common problems therapists see when couples come for help is poor communication skills. Many people get into trouble in their relationships because they have not developed their ability to listen and communicate.

This can happen for several reasons: -

They don’t know how to communicate properly.

They don’t take the time to think through what they want to say.

They don’t take the time to anticipate what the other partner might be thinking and feeling.

They fear revealing too much of themselves, or perhaps their partner’s anger.

They don’t want to hurt their partner’s feelings.

HOW CAN PARTNERS BE MORE EMPATHIC AND ACCEPTING? People commit to relationships because they want to spend the rest of their lives together.

They have every hope of growing together and creating a relationship that makes them feel emotionally healthy. Two factors that are necessary for this to happen are empathy and acceptance on the part of both partners. Empathy is the capacity to put oneself in another’s shoes and understand how they view their reality; how they feel about things. Demonstrating empathy and acceptance is critical to maintaining a strong relationship. This is what active listening sounds like: -

“Sounds like you’re upset about what happened at work.”

“You’re very annoyed by my lateness, aren’t you?”

“It makes you angry when you find the toothpaste cap left off.”

“I get the feeling you’re awfully busy right now.”

HOW CAN ACTIVE LISTENING CREATE A POSITIVE CLIMATE IN A RELATIONSHIP? Active listening is a way of communicating that creates the important climate of empathy, acceptance, and understanding. It is a two-step response to a statement made by your partner. It includes reflecting back the emotion you detected in the statement, and the reason for the emotion. This is what active listening sounds like: “Sounds like you’re upset about what happened at your meeting.”

RELATIONSHIP-BUILDING SKILLS Active listening is an effective skill for dealing with conflict. Other important relationshipbuilding skills include asking open-ended questions, making summary statements to check understanding, and encouraging your partner to open up and elaborate by using neutral questions and phrases. Open-ended questions begin with what, why, how, do, or tell me.

They get the other person to open up and elaborate on the topic. Asking these kinds of questions gets the other person involved by giving him or her a chance to tell what he or she thinks or knows. They are useful when the other person is silent or reluctant to elaborate.

They are useful in dealing with negative emotions (such as anger or fear), since they help encourage the other person to vent feelings. Summary statements sum up what you hear your partner saying. They enhance your partner’s self-esteem by showing that you were listening carefully.

Dr. Gregg A. Pizzi, Licensed Psychologist, specializes in the Emotional Health & Wellness of the GLBT community. An Imago Relationship Therapist and HIV Psychologist Trainer, he can be reached at 1.888.DRPIZZI or www. drpizzi.com The content of this article is for informational purposes only. Reliance upon the information contained herein does not create a professional relationship, nor is the information intended to provide psychological evaluation or treatment.

THIS WEEK THURSDAY, July 7

only gay dance party delivers one hell of a shindig every Saturday night as Discotekka divas Vegas Dion, TP Lords, Sasha Sky, and Victoria Sky entertain and mesmerize the crowd while international DJs keep up the beat. Doors open at 11 p.m. 950 NE 2nd Ave. www.discotekka.com

MOVA: It’s It’s Maryel Maryel Epps Epps like like you’ve you’ve MOVA: never seen seen her her before before –– performing performing never house music! music! From From 77 to to 99 p.m. p.m. enjoy enjoy house wine specials, specials, half half priced priced martinis, martinis, wine and hors hors d’oeuvres d’oeuvres courtesy courtesy of of Whole Whole and Foods Market.

Market. Afterwards Afterwards Pandora Pandora Foods Events hosts hosts aa fabulous fabulous nights nights of of gorgorEvents geous geous girls girls and and great great music music by

by DJ DJ MOVA: Stop by for happy hour from Zehno.

Zehno. Located Located near near the the corner corner of of 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., followed by FLASH Saturdays with the hottest music videos Lincoln Lincoln and and Michigan.

Michigan. and visual entertainment by VJ Chris PALACE: Palace hosts Cabaret Racine till 3 a.m. with $9 Grey Goose Thursdays with solo performances by cocktails all night. Located near the the incomparable Tiffany Fantasia. corner of Lincoln and Michigan.

Show starts at 6 p.m. $8 Absolut cocktails, $3 domestic beer, and $11 draft PALACE: Enjoy a special day of drag shows, great food, and stiff $8 Absolut pitcher specials all night. cocktails, as The Palace Bar hosts Drag Madness with Tiffany Fantasia and her SCORE: Enjoy cocktails out on the gaggle of performers! Heels hit the patio and watch the famous Lincoln pavement at 6 p.m. sharp!

Road traffic pass by as you and your friends chill and enjoy great music. SCORE: Tonight is Score’s weekly Tonight Score hosts the steamiest Bigger Saturdays, the largest gay Thursday night soiree with fab beats dance party on the Beach with beats

by DJ Pride paired with an incredible by international DJ sensations, and crowd of delicious partygoers. 727 performances by CircX. 727 Lincoln Lincoln Road, Miami Beach.

Road..727 Lincoln Road.

TWIST: Don’t miss out on a fabulous night at TWIST with seven different bars, DJ Just Oliver, stiff drinks, and beautiful dancers. And if you’re looking for some hot papis, DJ Adora will be hosting Sabroso in Bar 5! “Never a cover... Always a groove.”

FRIDAY, July 8 MOVA: Tonight it is Era Friday with a flashback to the 70s with DJ Smeejay and Pussila! Enjoy $6 Finlandia vodka cocktails all night long! Located near the corner of Lincoln and Michigan.

PALACE: Drag Madness is the place to be to see the hottest Friday night shows by Latrice Royale, Champagne Bordeaux, and Noel Leon beginning at 6 p.m. Enjoy $8 Absolut cocktails. You never know what these girls are gonna do, so get there early!

TWIST: Don’t miss out on a fabulous night at TWIST. Enjoy seven different bars, DJ Michael Tank, stiff drinks, beautiful dancers, and, of course, the only place where there’s “Never a cover...Always a groove.”.”

TWIST: Happy Hour 2-4-1 with Tommy and the locals from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on everything. Come tonight and enjoy a full house of hot men and some incredible beats by DJ Mika. “Never a cover...Always a groove.”

SUNDAY, July 10 ANGLERS: If you are looking to nurse that hangover with some unlimited mimosas and bloody Mary’s, look no further than 660 at the Anglers. Enjoy great food and delicious libations in one of the most beautiful boutique resorts Miami Beach has to offer.

THE LORDS: If you love great food paired with free drinks, Punch Brunch is the way to go, as Cha Cha Rooster at The Lords offers a two-course meal paired with two free cocktails for only $25. Afterwards, enjoy cocktails poolside for their weekly Punch T-dance.

MOVA: It’s time for one of the wildest parties in SoBe, as the Penny Back Boyz and Sookie Stacks host the most scandalous party in South Beach, Outn-Ugly Sundays with DJ Power Infiniti.

Beginning at 9 p.m. enjoy $3 beers, $4 Herradura Shots, and $5 Finlandia.

SCORE: The Penny Back Boyz host No cover. the weekly Friday night party Filthy Gorgeous Fridays with DJ Mac spin- PALACE: South Beach’s most legendning a true open format of music and ary drag brunch will take place from videos, while Score’s hottest Go-Go 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with two seatings. boys work the speaker boxes.

Enjoy over-the-top performances paired with a delectable menu and $8 Absolut SATURDAY, July 9 cocktails. Afterwards, check out the sexiest Sunday T Dance in SoBe. 1200 DISCOTEKKA: Downtown Miami’s Ocean Drive.

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ROYAL PALMS PALMS RESORT: RESORT: Chambord Chambord ROYAL Vodka hosts new Sunday afternoon Vodka hosts aSplash! pool party on pool party from 12 6 to p.m.

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by DJs and Daisy D. 717 and byFR8-O DJs FR8-O & Daisy D. Breakers Ave., Fort Beach.

717 Breakers Ave.,Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale Beach.

Finlandia & $8 Stoli cocktails and half priced cocktails from 11 p.m. to midnight. Located near the corner of Lincoln and Michigan.

TWIST: Happy Hour 2-4-1 drinks ‘till 9 p.m. Then it’s “I’m A Local” night, with $3 drinks for anyone with TWIST’s “I’m A Local” I.D. all night long. Join Nathan in the Frolic Lounge for his signature mix of pop and the top 20. Also check out the fabulous men of Gaiety in the Bungalow Bar starting at 10 p.m. and DJ Bryan Zero’s fab beats on the main dance floor.

SCORE: Come and spend a pleasant evening on one of Score’s outdoor couches as they host Martini Madness Night. A half price Happy Hour runs till 9 p.m.

PALACE: Stop in for Palace’s 2-4-1 happy hour till 4 p.m. Better than ever before on Ocean Drive and 12th SCORE: It’s Panty Raid, an afternoon Street, try it for lunch or a late afterparty for women who love women, fol- noon snack, or just hang out at the lowed by Score’s weekly karaoke night bar with the locals. No matter what hosted by Tiffany Fantasia. With over you’re in the mood for, Palace is sure 2,000 titles to choose from, you are to have it! sure to find a song to inspire your inner star. Grab a cocktail and belt out your SCORE: It’s Planeta Macho, the hottest Latin Party in Miami Beach, featuring favorite number. incredible Latin beats by award winTWIST: 2-4-1 happy hour from 1 p.m. ner DJ George Ferrero, Pelu Rivero on to 9 p.m. on everything. Afterwards, drums, amazing shows by Miami’s best some of the most scandalous drag female impersonators, and the hottest performers will hit the stage upstairs, crowd in town. Don’t miss this party – while DJ Paulie works it out on the it’s South Florida’s Best Latin Party! main dance floor. At TWIST: “Never a TWIST: 2-4-1 Happy Hour from 1 cover...Always a groove. p.m. to 9 p.m. on everything. Tonight Dustin Reffca hosts his weekly party, MONDAY, July 11 Fun House Tuesdays. With DJ Daisy KILL YOUR IDOL: Dustin Reffca hosts D working the turntables on the main his weekly Glitter Box Mondays with dance floor, you can bet the beats will hot tracks by DJs FR8-O and Smeejay, be hot and the dance floor, packed. $5 Jumbo Blue Long Island Ice Teas all paired with $1 PBR beers, $2 Jello night long. Never a cover… Always a shots, $3 Jack shots, and $4 vodka groove. drinks all night long. Doors open at 10 p.m. 222 Espanola Way, Miami WEDNESDAY, July 13 Beach.

THE LORDS: Enjoy a boozy take on MOVA: Tonight is SHOUT!, an over old-school pastimes such as Twister, the top night of karaoke, where every- Spin the Bottle and strip-Texas Hold one can be a star or at least try to be. ‘Em, along with college frat house And if you need a little liquid courage, favorites Beer Pong and Flip Cup and there will be half priced drinks all night classics Connect Four and Jenga. long. Located near the corner of Lincoln and Michigan.

MOVA: Stop by for MOVA’s weekly College Night Wednesdays, hosted PALACE: Stop in for Palace’s 2-4-1 by the Penny Back Boyz and Sookie happy hour till 4 p.m. Special bon Stacks. While DJ J. Felix works the turnvoyage cocktail specials all day. 1200 tables, enjoy a $1 Finlandia cocktails Ocean Drive. from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. followed by $4 Finlandia & $8 Stoli cocktails all SCORE: Swing by for one of the best night long. Located on the corner of happy hours in Miami Beach where Michigan and Lincoln. all drinks are 1/2 price, followed by Video Freak where you can request PALACE: Stop in for Palace’s 2-4-1 your favorite music videos and enjoy happy hour till 4 p.m. and some deli$5 vodka cocktails, $7 martinis and $3 cious eats oceanside! 1200 Ocean beers. No cover.

Drive.

TWIST: It’s time to hit the stage as Sean Brady hosts the Sean Brady Show.

Karaoke and tons of entertainment all night long. After getting your jam on, head over to the main dance floor to TUESDAY, July 12 snag some beats from DJ Maximus 3000. Happy Hour from 1 p.m. to 9 MOVA: Stop by for happy hour from p.m. with 2-4-1 on everything. “Never 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. followed by $5 a cover...Always a groove.”

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