Wire Magazine Issue #29, 2011: SummerFest 2011

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ALL WIRED UP

BY THOMAS BARKER

4TH ANNUAL SUMMERFEST IS HERE! It’s been four years in the making but the 4th Annual SummerFest Weekend has finally arrived!

For years, Miami Beach has had a reputation as a seasonal town with nothing to do throughout the sweltering summer months, and for all practical purposes there really wasn’t anything special taking place during the summer.

A little over four years ago, while working with a number of local non-profit organizations, I had the idea to create a collage of events that would serve as Miami Beach’s only gay weekend event of summer.

Working closely with all of Miami Beach’s seven-day-a-week gay bars, I created and produced the first SummerFest Weekend, as a benefit for the South Beach AIDS Project.

The weekend kicked off with a fabulous rooftop soiree and fashion show at The Catalina Hotel, which included delicious drinks and even more delicious models, sporting the latest fashions by Rock Star Swimwear. The success of the night was only topped by the highlight of the weekend, The SummerFest Pool Party at The Hotel Victor.

Local hotties filled the pool of one of SoBe’s most opulent venues to move to the beats of DJ Charlie Rojas and Miik, not to mention enjoy the two free cocktails that we have always provided during the pool party!

It’s been four years since then, and SummerFest has only gotten bigger, better, and even sexier. The caliber of new events has increased in a major way, while our mainstay parties has continued to be the foundation of what makes SummerFest so great.

This year, SummerFest is set to provide South Florida with another incredible weekend of events, cocktails, and gorgeous partygoers!

The festivities will kick off on Friday night at MOVA with Summer Twilight. This will be your last chance to get tickets to the SummerFest Pool Party and Summer Storm dance event at the pre-sale ticket prices.

Better yet, every person who purchases a ticket to the SummerFest Pool Party – or shows their ticket – will get one free Finlandia vodka cocktail, courtesy of MOVA. And since every SummerFest Pool Party ticket already comes with two free Chambord Vodka cocktails at the pool party, this means ticket holders will get a total of THREE FREE DRINKS WITH THE PURCHASE OF A TICKET! With the general admission ticket only costing $25, the ticket pretty much pays for itself and then some!

The following day will be the MAIN EVENT – the SummerFest Pool Party. This year, we have upped the ante by moving this party to the opulent pools of The Shoreclub Hotel, which is known as one of the hottest places in SoBe to spot your favorite celebs!

During the party, VIPs will gain access to the exclusive Shore Club Hotel Beach House, where they will get the official SummerFest ’11 CD by DJ Charlie Rojas, as well as their own private bathroom, bartenders, and more drink options – not to mention the opportunity to party it up in one of the most expensive hotel suites in town!

Later that night, it will be all about the music as DJ Rafael Calvente from Brazil hops on the wheels of steel for a night of high energy beasts, gorgeous boys, and stiff cocktails. Get there between 10 p.m. and midnight to get your free Finlandia vodka cocktail!

On Sunday, The Lords South Beach will provide SummerFest revelers with just enough sustenance to keep the party going. Brunch attendees will enjoy a delicious menu paired with two free cocktails.

Afterwards, it will be all about the Summer Fling T-Dance and Ascension Kick Off Party. DJ George Figares will be working the turntables, while partygoers enjoy delicious cocktails, nearly naked beach goers, and of course some of the most scandalous drag shows in South Florida!

Overall, we have a fantastic weekend of events, and I hope you will come out to not only enjoy all the festivities, but to also support the largest LGBT rights organization in the country, The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force!

Visit www.summerfestmiami.com for more details.

Let’s go dive in the pool!

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ABBA NEVER GETS OLD! PLUS SEE YOU THIS WEEKEND!!

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The Broadway musical and the movie never get old for me – just like life! They both bring back wonderful memories of my mom and dad listening to ABBA and having fun with their friends dancing till almost sunrise many a party night during the great times my parents had together before my dad passed away. Life can be shortened when you least expect it - since it is not up to

us to decide when the clock stops ticking.

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SCORE 13-YEAR ANNIVERSARY PHOTOS BY JUAN SACO MIRONOFF

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WIRE COVER: 4TH ANNUAL SUMMERFEST SCHEDULE

BY THOMAS BARKER // PHOTO BY JORGE FREIRE // MODEL GERMAN NEBLIA For decades almost every major destination city in the country has hosted some sort of gay weekend celebration during the summer -- with the notable exception of Miami Beach. Luckily that all changed four years ago with the arrival of SummerFest. Last year, over 1,000 people participated in the weekend’s festivities, imbibing on complimentary cocktails, moving to the beats of international DJs, and enjoying incredible shows by world-renowned entertainers – all while supporting the largest LGBT rights organization in the country, the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force.

From Friday, July 22, to Sunday, July 24, 2011 the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force -- producers of Miami’s largest LGBT weekend event, Winter Party Festival -- and Pink Dollar Enterprises will partner to create a fantastic weekend of stiff cocktails, over-the-top entertainment, and sexy fashions during the 4th Annual SummerFest Weekend.

admission receiving two free Chambord Vodka Cocktails and VIP having the option to enjoy both Chambord Vodka and Herradura Tequila cocktails.

To kick off the weekend’s festivities, SummerFest revelers will head over to MOVA for a night of martinis, gorgeous men, and high energy beats by DJ Smeejay. SummerFest attendees will get a free Finlandia vodka drink when they show their pool party ticket or purchase one on-site. There will also be a $6 specialty Finlandia cocktail available all night long with a portion of the proceeds going to the Task Force.

After Saturday’s SummerFest Pool Party, the weekend festivities will continue at Summer Storm, a Saturday night dance party at Score featuring Brazilian DJ Rafael Calvente; followed by the SummerFest Brunch on Sunday at the Lords South Beach; and the Summer Fling Tea Dance and Ascension kick-off party at the Palace on Sunday afternoon.

The Task Force will work with some of Miami Beach’s greatest venues to create the hottest event of the summer. The heart and soul of the 4th Annual SummerFest Weekend, the SummerFest Pool Party, has kicked things up a few notches by moving to the opulent pools of the Shore Club Hotel in South Beach. Guests will get the chance to dance poolside to the beats of DJs Miik and Charlie Rojas, while VIP guests will enjoy exclusive access to the private pool at the Shore Club Hotel Beach House.

Visit www.SummerFestMiami.com for details and to purchase tickets. Local ticket outlets include The Palace (1200 Ocean Drive), Miami Beach Gay Visitor’s Center (1130 Washington Ave.), and Score Nightclub (727 Lincoln Road).

SummerFest Pool Party tickets are currently on sale: $25 in advance for general admission and $45 for VIP. Each ticket includes two free cocktails with general

SummerFest’s proceeds will benefit the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force.

For more information, call 786.216.7513.

The Shore Club is offering SummerFest guests a special rate of $195 per night.

Email desiree.landazabal@morganshotelgroup.com to book your room and reference “SummerFest 2011.”

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WIRE COVER: 4TH ANNUAL SUMMERFEST SCHEDULE

Friday, July 22, 2011 Summer Twilight MOVA 1625 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.

DJ Smeejay

Summer Storm Score Nightclub 727 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.

DJ Rafael Calvente

Get ready for a wild night, as the 4th Annual SummerFest Weekend kicks off at South Beach’s sexiest martini lounge. DJ Smeejay will kick off the evening with some high-energy beats while revelers enjoy a $6 specialty Finlandia vodka cocktail all night long with a portion of each drink going to the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force.

Summer heat, hot boys, and fabulous entertainment make SummerFest’s late night dance event, Summer Storm, one of the hottest parties of the summer. The clouds will roll in with DJ Rafael Calvente pumping out some thunderous tracks. As one of the hottest DJs in Brazil, Rafael is set to spin Summer Storm revelers into a whirlwind of high-energy tracks!

Revelers will receive one free complimentary cocktail between 10 p.m. and midnight with the purchase of a ticket.

Admission: Free

Saturday, July 23, 2011 SummerFest Pool Party The Shore Club Hotel 1901 Collins Ave, Miami Beach 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

DJs Charlie Rojas and Miik Summer heat, sizzling bodies, free cocktails, and the gorgeous pools of the Shore Club Hotel combine to create the hottest pool party of the summer!

Hundreds of sexy partygoers will get the chance to dance poolside, as DJs Charlie Rojas and Miik work the turntables till sunset – all while enjoying two free Chambord Vodka cocktails for general admission or the choice of Chambord Vodka or Herradura Tequila for VIP. This year, the producers of SummerFest are providing revelers with the opportunity to enjoy a total VIP package, complete with access to the private Shore Club Hotel Beach House and exclusive pool, cocktails, and the SummerFest ‘11 CD, compliments of DJ Charlie Rojas.

General Admission: $25 in advance/$35 at the door VIP Admission: $45 in advance/$55 at the door

Admission: $10 in advance/$15 at the door

Sunday, July 24, 2011 SummerFest Brunch The Lords South Beach 1100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

After a whole weekend of non-stop partying, there’s nothing better to help get you to the next event than a fabulous meal, champagne, and, of course, cocktails!

This year, we will be hosting the SummerFest Brunch at the only gay hotel in Miami, The Lords South Beach.

Expect delicious fare, fabulous entertainment, and great people!

Brunch: $25 per person Summer Fling T-Dance and Ascension Kick-off Party Palace 1200 Ocean Drive,Miami Beach 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.

DJ George Figares After a weekend of SummerFest soirees, it’s time for a little Summer Time T, as Palace hosts the closing event for SummerFest ’11. Indulge in some stiff cocktails, while checking out some of SoBe’s sexiest beach goers as they move to the beats of DJ George Figares.

Admission: Free

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STOLI INVADES THE PALACE PHOTOS BY JUAN SACO MIRONOFF

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WIRED ON THE ARTS: JULY 21 - AUGUST 3

BY JAMES CUBBY

JULY 21 Get ready for an incredible summer of entertainment. The one and only Britney Spears comes to the American Airlines Arena with Nicki Minaj, and the Toy Boys, and Nervo, topping the list of concerts this summer. Other musical acts include Marcelo D2 with Pitty, saxophonist AUGUST 3 Jessie Pablo Gil, the Puerto Rican pop group Menudo, Designer Drugs, Seun Kuti, Silvano Monasterios & the Fourth World Ensemble, and Graham Wood Drout & Nicole Yarling. Fans of the legendary band ABBA are in for a treat as ABBA the Concert plays at Hard Rock Live and Mamma Mia!, the hit musical filled with ABBA hits, plays at the Broward Center. Miami’s theatre season continues with productions of SUDS, Masked, and See Jane Run! Cirque du Soleil fans will be treated to two Cirque shows, Alegria and Cirque Éloize iD. Miami continues to uphold its title as Festival City by hosting festivals like the International Hispanic Theatre Festival and Illadelph Legends Hip Hop Festival. Florida Grand Opera offers a treat for opera and film buffs this summer with the Cine Zarzuela Summer Film Series.

CONCERTS

DANCE Mark your calendar boys!

Britney Spears comes to town on July 22 at the American Airlines Arena. Britney performs with Nicki Minaj, Jessie and the Toy Boys, and Nervo.

Hip Hop choreographer and Guggenheim Fellow Rennie Harris brings the 2011 Illadelph Legends Hip Hop Festival to Miami from July 31 to August 7 at South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center. For info visit www.facebook.com/rennieharrispuremovement.

Billed as the Brazilian party of the summer, Marcelo D2 brings his show to the Fillmore Miami Beach on July 22. Marcelo D2, one of the pioneers of Latin hip-hop, performs with a full band and special guest Pitty, Brazil’s reigning rock goddess.

Jazz aficionados will not want to miss Venezuelanborn jazz saxophonist, Pablo Gil, who will be performing at the WDNA Jazz Gallery on July 22. This concert complements an exhibition by visual artist Bayunga Kialeuka. 8 p.m.

The classic Puerto Rican pop group Menudo reunites for a concert at the James L. Knight Center on July 23 at 8 p.m.

The Fillmore and Embrace present “Honeymoon,” an all-ages electronic music series that features Designer Drugs on July 23 at 9 p.m.

Hard Rock Live presents ABBA The Concert, a tribute to ABBA that follows the quartet’s successful career in music on July 27. 8 p.m.

Seun Kuti, the undisputed champion and prince of the Afrobeat movement, comes to Miami with his legendary band Egypt 80 on July 29 at the Manuel Artime Theater. 8 p.m. For more info visit www.rhythmfoundation.com.

The Bass Museum of Art continues its Hot Nights, Cool Jazz series with Silvano Monasterios & the Fourth World Ensemble on July 29.

The Deering Estate’s Cabaret Concert Series features Graham Wood Drout and Nicole Yarling playing Blues and Americana on July 30 at the Deering Estate at Cutler. 8 p.m.

EVENTS Florida Grand Opera presents the Cine Zarzuela Summer Film Series, a summer-long film series hosted in independent cinemas throughout South Florida. July 20 at Miami Beach Cinematheque. 7 p.m. Free. Reservations are required. For full schedule visit www.fgo.org.

VENUES

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

THEATRE Cirque Éloize iD, a spectacular, mind-blowing fusion of new theatrical circus and urban dance created by the great contemporary cirque director Jeannot Painchaude, comes to the Arsht Center from July 26 to September 4.

Miami Beach Stage Door Theatre opens at the Bryron Carlyle Theatre with a production of SUDS, a bubbly 60s musical about romance in a Wash-ORama. This hilarious musical features vintage hits like “Chapel of Love,” and “Don’t Make Me Over.”

July 29 to September 4.

The acclaimed International Hispanic Theatre Festival (IHTF) of Miami (thru July 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.

GableStage, known for its critically acclaimed productions, presents Masked thru 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 thru August 14. This energetic musical gives us a funny and moving look at the female sex.

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 thru July 24.

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

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

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Bass Museum of Art 2100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach 305.673.7350 or www.bassmuseum.org Broward Center for the Performing Arts 201 Southwest Fifth Ave., Ft. Lauderdale 954.462.0222 or www.browardcenter.org Deering Estate at Cutler 16701 SW 72nd Ave., Miami 305.235.1668 ext. 233 www.deeringestate.org Fillmore Miami Beach at The Jackie Gleason Theater 1700 Washington Ave., Miami Beach 877.598.8690 or www.livenation.com GableStage at the Biltmore 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables 305.445.1119 or www.gablestage.org 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 or www.jlkc.com Manuel Artime Theater 900 S.W. 1st St., Miami 786.221.21.5976 Miami Beach Cinematheque 1130 Washington Ave., Miami Beach 305.673.4567 or www.mbcinema.com Miami Beach Stage Door Theatre at the Byron Carlyle Theatre 500 71st Street, Miami Beach 305.397.8977 or www.stagedoorfl.org

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WIRED ON: MENTAL HEALTH SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION IN MEN Three (3) of the most common types of sexual dysfunction found in men are: impotence, premature ejaculation, and inability to reach orgasm. These conditions occur in both gay and straight men, and happen for a variety of reasons.

ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION It is estimated that more than 50% of men over age 40 in the U.S. have erectile dysfunction (ED), also known as impotence. A man with ED is unable to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. Healthy men achieve an erection because they have a normal penis, with intact nerves and proper blood flow, and properly circulating hormones. When they experience an arousing stimulus, the brain sends a signal, carried by neuro-transmitters (chemical stimuli), that causes the tissue in the penis (corpora cavernosa) to fill with blood and become erect. In men with ED, one of these elements fails and the erectile reflex is impaired. Almost all men experience ED at some point during their lives. It may be a lifelong condition (in which a man has never had an erection) or acquired (in which a man has had erections in the past but is no longer able to have them). Acquired ED may be situational (occurring only in certain situations) or generalized (occurring in all situations). It may happen during foreplay, during intercourse, or only with certain partners.

Physical causes: In some men, ED is caused by decreased blood flow to the penis during normal aging. Smooth muscle is replaced by tissue that can’t expand enough to achieve or maintain an erection. Psychological causes: Some experts say that over 80% of ED is caused by psychological factors. In fact, the most common cause of ED is performance anxiety. This can happen when a man has failed to achieve or maintain an erection in the past and becomes anxious when he feels pressured to achieve an erection at a later time. Being anxious prevents him from achieving an erection; a cycle of anxiety and failure results. Gay and bisexual men who are uncomfortable with their sexual orientation, or coming out of the closet, may experience performance anxiety.

What Is the Treatment for ED? Sex therapy: This type of treatment is needed for many men whose ED is caused by psychological problems such as anxiety or stress. A certified Sex Therapist uses psychoeducation and reconditioning to help individuals and couples learn how to pleasure themselves and one another. Medications: Viagra, Levitra, and other medications are very effective for about half of all men with ED. However, as men age, the loss of muscle in the penis means that oral medications lose their effectiveness. For these men, penile injections are needed; for others, penile implants solve the problem.

PREMATURE EJACULATION Premature ejaculation (PE) is the inability to delay ejaculation to a moment that pleases both partners. The actual timing is up to the preference of the two partners. The factor that determines a diagnosis of PE is whether the couple is satisfied with the length of intercourse before ejaculation occurs. PE is a very common problem, especially among young men with little sexual experience, gay men who are just coming out of the closet, or men who have not had sex for a long time. Its cause is uncertain, but it is thought to be a psychological problem.

As a young man gains more sexual experience, he usually develops greater control over orgasm and no longer experiences PE. However, some men remain anxious about sex and are troubled by PE for a longer time. There are several treatments, including the squeeze technique; special creams that minimize the sensations that a man feels during intercourse; condoms, which also lessen the level of stimulation and arousal; and trying different sexual positions.

MALE ORGASMIC DISORDER Male orgasmic disorder occurs when a man is unable to have an orgasm and ejaculate in the way he would like to. Like the other sexual dysfunctions, it can be either life-long or acquired, and is either generalized or situational. The lifelong form of this disorder is very rare; the acquired form is more common and is usually the result of psychological factors— for example, a very strict, religious background, a homophobic upbringing, or a high need to be in control. The treatment is to gradually desensitize the man to the factors that keep him from experiencing ejaculation.

In the State of Florida, only a board-certified Sex Therapist who has undergone extensive training and supervision is legally permitted to engage in the practice of sex therapy.

Sexual problems may be due to emotional factors, medical conditions, or both, and treatment of these problems should be addressed only by a qualified professional. If you are experiencing pain or physical discomfort during sex, consult your physician immediately.

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 21 THE BETSY: Enjoy a night of jazz at The Betsy’s weekly jazz series with the fabulous Jacob Jeffries Band at 9 p.m. 1440 Ocean Drive.

JOHNNY’S MIAMI: Miami’s only gay stripper club features the hottest, most masculine men in Miami. Tonight enjoy sexy beats by DJ Daisy D, while Johnny’s dancers work the stage for your viewing pleasure. 62 NE 14th Street, Downtown Miami.

MOVA: Stop by for happy hour from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., followed by a night with the ladies, as Pandora Events hosts a fabulous nights of gorgeous girls and great music by DJ Zehno. Located near the corner of Lincoln and Michigan.

PALACE: Palace hosts Cabaret Thursdays with solo performances by the incomparable Tiffany Fantasia. Show starts at 6 p.m. $8 Absolut cocktails, $3 domestic beer, and $11 draft pitcher specials all night.

SCORE: Enjoy cocktails out on the patio and watch the famous Lincoln Road traffic pass by as you and your friends chill and enjoy great music. Tonight Score hosts the steamiest Thursday night soiree with fab beats by DJ Pride paired with an incredible crowd of delicious partygoers. 727 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach.

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 22 JOHNNY’S MIAMI: Miami’s only gay stripper club features the hottest, most masculine men in Miami. Tonight enjoy sexy beats by DJ Miik. 62 NE 14th Street, Downtown Miami.

MOVA: It’s the kick off party for the only gay weekend event of the summer, SummerFest! Enjoy hot beats by DJ Smeejay, while enjoying a $6 specialty cocktail with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Task Force. 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.”.”

SCORE: The Penny Back Boyz host the weekly Friday night party Filthy Gorgeous

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Fridays with DJ Mac spinning a true open format of music and videos, while Score’s hottest Go-Go boys work the speaker boxes.

SATURDAY, July 23 DISCOTEKKA: Downtown Miami’s 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 JOHNNY’S MIAMI: Miami’s only gay stripper club features the hottest, most masculine men in Miami. Enjoy fab beats, while Johnny’s dancers work the stage for your viewing pleasure. 62 NE 14th Street, Downtown Miami.

MOVA: Stop by for happy hour from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., followed by FLASH Saturdays with the hottest music videos and visual entertainment by VJ Chris Racine till 3 a.m. with $9 Grey Goose cocktails all night. Located near the corner of Lincoln and Michigan.

PALACE: Enjoy a special day of drag shows, great food, and stiff $8 Absolut cocktails, as The Palace Bar hosts Drag Madness with Tiffany Fantasia and her gaggle of performers! Heels hit the pavement at 6 p.m. sharp!

SCORE: Tonight is Score hosts Summer Storm, the late night dance event for SummerFest, featuring DJ Rafael Calvente.

Enjoy beats by the Brazilian sensation, while taking in Score’s new state of the art video instillation! 727 Lincoln Road.

SHORECLUB HOTEL: HOTEL: Stop Stop by by for for the the SHORECLUB SummerFest Pool Pool Party Party from from 11 p.m. p.m. To to 66 SummerFest p.m. and and enjoy enjoy TWO TWO FREE FREE DRINKS DRINKS with with p.m. entrance, as as well well as as hot hot beats beats by

by DJs DJs Miik Miik entrance, and Charlie more information and Charlie Rojas.

Rojas. For www.summerfestmivisit www.summerfestmiami.com ami.com for more information.

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 24 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.

JOHNNY’S MIAMI: Miami’s only gay stripper club features the hottest, most masculine men in Miami. Stop by for the afternoon Iced Tea Dance with DJ Bill Hallquist with $5 Long Island Ice Teas and $3 Budweisers. 62 NE 14th Street, Downtown Miami.

THE LORDS: Stop by for the SummerFest Brunch, 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, Out-n-Ugly Sundays with DJ Latrice Beginning at 9 p.m. enjoy $3 beers, $4 Herradura Shots, and $5 Finlandia. No cover.

PALACE: South Beach’s most legendary drag brunch will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with two seatings. Enjoy overthe-top performances paired with a delectable menu and $8 Absolut cocktails.

Afterwards, check out the sexiest Sunday T Dance in SoBe. 1200 Ocean Drive.

SCORE: It’s Panty Raid, an afternoon party for women who love women, followed by Score’s weekly karaoke night hosted by Tiffany Fantasia. With over 2,000 titles to choose from, you are sure to find a song to inspire your inner star.

Grab a cocktail and belt out your favorite number.

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.

TUESDAY, July 26 MOVA: MOVA: Looking Looking for for aa little little Latin Latin flavor? flavor?

Tonight Milancita Milancita host host an an evening evening filled filled Tonight with delicious delicious papis, papis, moving moving to to the the beats beats with of DJs DJs Carlo Carlo G G and and David.

David. Enjoy Enjoy $6 $6 “you “you of call its” its” all all night night long. long. Located Located near near the the call corner of of Lincoln Lincoln and and Michigan.

Michigan. corner PALACE: Stop in for Palace’s 2-4-1 happy hour till 4 p.m. Better than ever before on Ocean Drive and 12th Street, try it for lunch or a late afternoon snack, or just hang out at the bar with the locals.

No matter what you’re in the mood for, Palace is sure to have it!

SCORE: It’s Planeta Macho, the hottest Latin Party in Miami Beach, featuring incredible Latin beats by award winner DJ George Ferrero, Pelu Rivero on drums, amazing shows by Miami’s best female impersonators, and the hottest crowd in town. Don’t miss this party – it’s South Florida’s Best Latin Party!

TWIST: 2-4-1 happy hour from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on everything. Afterwards, some of the most scandalous drag performers will hit the stage upstairs, while DJ Paulie works it out on the main dance floor.

At TWIST: “Never a cover...Always a groove.

TWIST: 2-4-1 Happy Hour from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on everything. Tonight Dustin Reffca hosts his weekly party, Fun House Tuesdays. With DJ Daisy D working the turntables on the main dance floor, you can bet the beats will be hot and the dance floor, packed. $5 Jumbo Blue Long Island Ice Teas all night long. Never a cover… Always a groove.

MONDAY, July 25

WEDNESDAY, July 27

KILL YOUR IDOL: Dustin Reffca hosts his weekly Glitter Box Mondays with hot tracks by DJs FR8-O and Smeejay, paired with $1 PBR beers, $2 Jello shots, $3 Jack shots, and $4 vodka drinks all night long.

Doors open at 10 p.m. 222 Espanola Way, Miami Beach.

THE LORDS: Enjoy a boozy take on oldschool pastimes such as Twister, Spin the Bottle and strip-Texas Hold ‘Em, along with college frat house favorites Beer Pong and Flip Cup and classics Connect Four and Jenga.

MOVA: Tonight is SHOUT!, an over the top night of karaoke, where everyone can be a star or at least try to be. And if you need a little liquid courage, there will be half priced drinks all night long. Located near the corner of Lincoln and Michigan.

PALACE: Stop in for Palace’s 2-4-1 happy hour till 4 p.m. Special bon voyage cocktail specials all day. 1200 Ocean Drive.

SCORE: Swing by for one of the best happy hours in Miami Beach where all drinks are 1/2 price, followed by Video Freak where you can request your favorite music videos and enjoy $5 vodka cocktails, $7 martinis and $3 beers. No cover.

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

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MOVA: Stop by for MOVA’s weekly College Night Wednesdays, hosted by the Penny Back Boyz and Sookie Stacks.

While DJ J. Felix works the turntables, enjoy a $1 Finlandia cocktails from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. followed by $4 Finlandia & $8 Stoli cocktails all night long. Located on the corner of Michigan and Lincoln.

PALACE: Stop in for Palace’s 2-4-1 happy hour till 4 p.m. and some delicious eats oceanside! 1200 Ocean Drive.

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.

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 snag some beats from DJ Maximus 3000.

Happy Hour from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. with 2-4-1 on everything. “Never a cover...

Always a groove.”

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2011 SOUTH BEACH MEN’S SHOW - FEATURING TERRELL CARTER PHOTOS BY MARK CHIN-SANG

What’s hotter than seeing the guys from The Miami Beach Bruthaz weekend walk around with their pumped arms and perfect abs? Of course, watching them do it in their underwear.

During the Miami Beach Bruthaz annual South Beach Men’s Show, designers Mundo Unico, Frank Dandy, and BoyRio presented the upcoming lines of, swimwear and underwear; along with first-time guest Chirp, showcasing a full line of men’s clothing. The show was hot! The models even hotter!

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