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BY THOMAS BARKER

MBPD OFFICERS ELIUT HAZZI AND FRANKLY FORTE – FIRED! Congratulations to everyone who stood up and made their voices heard in City Hall and the Miami Beach Police Department! Miami Beach police officers Frankly Forte and Eliut Hazzi have been terminated without pay after the MBPD internal affairs division concluded that they were, in fact, involved in police misconduct.

The following is a statement released by the Miami Beach Police Department on Monday, July 25th.

After spotting two men beating another man on the ground, he hung up and immediately dialed 911. As he informed the dispatcher of the situation, the officers noticed his presence, immediately demanded that he hang up, and eventually arrested him – all while screaming anti-gay epithets.

tion was handled fairly and that we thoroughly investigated the allegations.”

Because the officers sworn deposition testimony conflicts with the tape recording of Strickland’s 911 call, Strickland’s cell phone record, and the officers’ own arrest affidavits – all indicating that the officers lied in their report of the incident in order to cover-up their misconduct, the ACLU sued and settled a lawsuit for an undisclosed amount with the City.

In my phone conversation with Commissioner Gongora, he also stated, “I think this shows everyone in a position of power or authority that they are not above the law. I am never happy when someone faces termination, however, in this case, my opinion is that termination was the proper conclusion.”

“Today, the City of Miami Beach Police Department initiated termination proceedings for two officers, who were investigated by the Miami-Dade County State Attorney’s Office (SAO) for their involvement in the arrest of Harold Strickland on March 13, 2009 near Flamingo Park.

However, that didn’t mean that the officers would immediately be terminated. That could only happen if the Miami Beach Police Department discovered police misconduct in their investigation.

“The ACLU of Florida is certainly satisfied to see measures be taken in response to what happned to Mr. Strickland,” says ACLU of Florida spokesperson Baylor Johnson. “When officers violate public trust and engage in misconduct they need to be subject to consequences, and we hope that this sends a clear message to the officers in Miami Beach and across the state that these kinds of abuses will not be tolerated.”

“Although the SAO investigation concluded that no crime could be proven in relation to the officers’ actions, serious questions were raised about their conduct during the incident. Based on the Department’s subsequent internal affairs investigation, the determination was made to proceed with termination of employment for Officer Frankly Forte and Officer Eliut Hazzi.

Both officers have been relieved of duty without pay, effective immediately.

In a column I wrote two weeks ago, I discussed the story behind this case. To summarize: Harold Strickland was visiting Miami Beach on vacation and happened to be walking past Flamingo Park, while on the phone with his sister, late at night.

But with most “internal affairs investigations”, which are mostly managed by fellow officers, there was no guarantee that these officers would receive their just desserts, and that our community would be safe from officers like Hazzie and Forte, who overstep their boundaries and terrorize and harass members of the LGBT community.

And this is where Miami Beach Commissioner Michael Gongora stepped into the picture.

“As the first and only gay commissioner, I felt it was my responsibility to get involved in the city investigation of these two officers. I do not condone violence against any member of the community and was particularly troubled that the allegations involved city employees. I wanted to make sure the investiga-

And within only a couple of weeks, the officers found themselves without a job!

And it looks like the ACLU of Florida couldn’t agree more.

But it is not over yet.

In the final part of the MBPD’s statement, they announced that the two officers will have an opportunity to respond to the intent to terminate in a private hearing scheduled for Monday, August 1st, after which the city will make its final decision.

Please stay tuned to my column for the final outcome of this situation. A huge thanks goes out to Commissioner Gongora, The ACLU, and Harold Strickland for taking this on. I would also like to commend MBPD Chief Carlos Noriega, the city manager, and Mayor Matti Bower for doing the right thing!

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Well, not this year!

This past week we celebrated the 4th Annual SummerFest 2011 with events and parties all over town.

MOVA on Friday, followed by the SummerFest pool party at the Shore Club Hotel, Rafael Calvente hitting the wheels of steel with a Brazilian twist at Score, lots of people heading to TWIST for a few late night cocktails, then a nice relaxing brunch at the Lords South Beach on Sunday, followed by a packed T-Dance and Ascension kick-off party at Palace.

And if that wasn’t enough for you, Edison Farrow had the grand opening of his new House Sundays with a packed house. Slow summer my a$#!

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WIRE FEATURE: MOVA: THE LATEST EVOLUTION IN NIGHTLIFE

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I remember the months leading to the opening of HALO. The community was aflutter with talk of a new sevenday-a-week gay bar that would raise the bar in terms of luxury, cocktails, and service at a gay bar.

A few years later, owner Babak Movahedi had the opportunity to become the sole owner, allowing him to take his vision to the next level; hence, Halo changing its name to MOVA. Since becoming MOVA, we have seen a major evolution in the brand, the service, and the quality of the cocktails.

Like HALO, MOVA maintained the high quality drink standards and excellent service, but it gained a whole lot more.

Babak’s vision of providing a luxury product at an affordable price became the staple of what has made MOVA so great over the years. MOVA’s signature martinis have been and still are the game changer, but now you can also grab a cocktail at a price anyone can afford. Its drink specials literally range from $3 Miller Lites to $5 Finlandia vodka cocktails to free shots on Sundays during their Out ‘n’ Ugly Sunday party.

No matter how you look at it, MOVA has certainly evolved over the years, and it has grown to appeal to a community as diverse as Miami itself!

Check out their anniversary party weekend this weekend, July 29th to July 31st. Each night will feature an open Finlandia vodka bar from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. as well as a constant stream of contortionists, fire dancers, court jesters, clowns, and tons of surprises!

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To find out more, I sat down with owner Babak Movahedi. Check out what he had to say: How has MOVA evolved over the past four years?

MOVA has truly grown and morphed into a place that offers a little something for everyone. While transitioning from HALO to MOVA, we really spent a lot of time thinking about what our regular customers really wanted from our bar. I have always had high standards in regards to service, quality of ingredients, and cocktails, but MOVA has become more than that.

Over the past four years, like most people, we have seen the effects of a dismal economy. We know that most people have had to cut back and reduce spending, which is why we have considerably changed our prices at MOVA without sacrificing the quality of our drinks and service.

Our motto has been and will continue to be modern luxury at an affordable price. From college students, who enjoy the $4 Finlandia Vodka cocktails during Wednesday night’s College Night, to our regulars, who have fallen in love with our signature martinis, there really is a cocktail, a night, and a price for any and everyone! And that is really how we have evolved over the past few years.

A lot of people still associate MOVA with HALO. How is it is different and how is it alike?

Because we are in the same space, we continue to get that association, but like I said before, we have really evolved as a business. HALO was always known as a

WIRE FEATURE: MOVA: THE LATEST EVOLUTION IN NIGHTLIFE

Out ‘n’ Ugly Boys sophisticated lounge where people knew they would get a high quality cocktail and great service, and that has certainly not changed. In fact, the drinks and the service have only gotten better.

But MOVA is also different in a number of ways. MOVA is younger, fresher, and certainly hipper. Our drink prices and weekly event line-up have really helped create a new customer base that ranges from college students to sophisticated and discerning business men and women.

On Sundays, our bartenders cut loose, free pour Herradura tequila shots, and dance on the bar tops! You would never have seen that at HALO.

offer that safe space where politicians and voters can openly connect.

MOVA’s weekly event line-up has grown to include a diversity of events. Can you give me a run down?

What has been the response to the new, hipper MOVA?

Our weekly line-up has become just as diverse as the people who live and visit South Beach. On Mondays, we have an incredible karaoke night with DJ AJ Reddy.

I am really excited about our new Tuesday Latin night called RUMBA. This is the first time we have partnered with Milancita.com, and we are expecting some really great things with this night. There really is no other Latin night like RUMBA, and I think people are really going to appreciate that.

The response has been incredible. In the end, we all really want the same thing – to have a great time and find an escape from the daily grind. Our College Wednesdays have become one of our most popular nights – and getting people to go out on a Wednesday in this town is no easy task. Our new Sunday night party, Out ‘n’ Ugly Sundays continues to grow and draw in a crowd of people, looking to really let loose and get wild. Of course, every time we host a wet underwear contest, toga party, or fashion show, things always get a little out of control!

College Wednesdays speak for itself. It’s always packed, the drinks are very affordable, and the crowd is always very attractive. On Thursdays, it is all about our ladies, as Pandora hosts their weekly Sweet Thursdays. Friday nights, we feature something new, so people can always expect the unexpected. Saturday nights have become one of our most popular nights as well. VJ Chris Racine does a fantastic job of setting the vibe, and playing exactly what the crowd is looking for. People come in for one drink and wind up staying all night!

MOVA has always been really focused on the community. What are some of the things you guys have done over the past few years to support the community?

Sundays have become one of my favorite nights at MOVA. The Penny Back Boyz and Sookie Stacks have really created something special here, and people are really loving it.

At MOVA we also regularly host fundraising events to support a number of local LGBT organizations that do some really important work. We hosted Drag Bingo for Care Resource for more than a year, recently held a fundraising event for the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, and continue to support organizations like the Aqua Foundation, Equality Florida, and Miami Beach Gay Pride.

I also noticed that you guys have been launching some new monthly events. Can you tell me about that?

MOVA has also had very strong ties with the political community here. Why is that?

MOVA has and will always be a place where politicians and voters can come together. Maybe it is because of my days in Washington D.C., but I think it is important that members of the LGBT community have a forum, a place, where they can ask the questions that directly impact their lives without being harassed, discriminated against, or attacked by unaccepting people. I wanted MOVA to

No one wants the same thing all the time, which is why we also host one-off events, as well as monthly events.

On the first Thursday of the month, we have Maryel Epps performing from 7 to 9 p.m. in a way most people have never seen her – she is singing house music! The first one was a huge hit.

On the first Friday of each month, we also host our Friends and Family Happy Hour, where we do a martini tasting for $20. This gives people an opportunity to taste about six to eight of our signature martinis from 7 to 9 p.m.

We are also launching a new event called A Taste of Lincoln Road this month. The event will feature three to

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four restaurants from The Road, paired with a martini tasting. For $25 about 100 people will get to try some of the most amazing restaurants on Lincoln Road, as well as our signature drinks. The best part is that this is also a fundraising event for Care Resource!

Each bar has its own unique quality. What do you think separates MOVA from the other gay bars in Miami?

Beyond the fact that we are the only gay martini bar in Miami Beach, MOVA is also a perfect space for private and special events. Our stark white walls, state-of-the-art projectors, and customizable lighting system have provided a good amount of businesses with the ideal location to launch a product, host a birthday party, and even host important presentations!

This is one area we have really focused on this year. We have set-up preferred catering relationships with different restaurants, including Whole Foods Market South Beach to provide our private events with deeply discounted rates. I’ve also brought in a special events manager to ensure all our private events go off without a hitch!

What can people expect at this year’s anniversary party?

This year, we have created an entire weekend of events that are centered on the wonderful world of the circus. To thank our regulars we will be offering an open Finlandia vodka bar from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! The craziness will begin on Friday night, when MOVA is transformed into a big top. Contortionists, fabric dancers, little people, DJ Juan E, Pussila, and many other surprises will make Friday night a wild experience.

On Saturday, we will continue the circus with flame dancers and special guest appearances. There will be special guest appearances all night. Sunday will be the most over the top night of them all, all of our circus entertainer will come together to create an over the night top in the “big top”! DJ Latrice will be working the turntables, so we know the music will be pumping all night long.

MOVA Anniversary Weekend Friday, July 29 to Sunday, July 31 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.

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SUMMERFEST 2011: 4TH ANNUAL SUMMERFEST POOL PARTY @ THE SHORE CLUB HOTEL PHOTOS BY JUAN SACO MIRONOFF & RAFA CARVAJAL

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SUMMERFEST 2011: 4TH ANNUAL SUMMERFEST POOL PARTY @ THE SHORE CLUB HOTEL PHOTOS BY JUAN SACO MIRONOFF & RAFA CARVAJAL

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SUMMERFEST 2011: SUMMER TWILIGHT @ MOVA PHOTOS BY HENRY PEREZ

SUMMERFEST 2011: SUMMER FLING T-DANCE & ASCENSCION KICK-OFF @ PALACE PHOTOS BY HENRY PEREZ

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TWIST ROCKS SATURDAY NIGHT PHOTOS BY HENRY PEREZ

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GRAND OPENING OF EDISON FARROW’S HOUSE SUNDAYS PHOTOS BY HENRY PEREZ

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WIRED FLIX: WORLD ON A WIRE & PROJECT NIM COME TO MIAMI

WORLD ON A WIRE &

PROJECT NIM

COME TO MIAMI

BY KEVIN WYNN

The Miami premiere of Rainer Werner Fassbinder’s World on a Wire is a coup for the Miami Beach Cinematheque and an important cultural event for Miami. And it’s a manic movie trip!

Produced for German television in 1973, World on a Wire aired and was screened at a few film festivals and then it vanished. Recently restored, the film is touring North America with the Cinematheque screening it this weekend.

Based on an American science fiction novel, World on a Wire is a mesmerizing vision of a world of paranoia and beauty, glimpsed in gauzy, shimmering light. It’s a film noir in silver and the provocative palette of the 1970s: acidic yellows, burnt oranges, cold blues. It’s a long, languorous, post-orgasmic sigh with chase scenes.

Whole subgenres of contemporary science fiction echo World on Wire’s story: A tech company has created an alternate world populated by computer programs that could pass for people – and that sometimes cross the line between the virtual world and the real one.

As a scientist (Klaus Löwitsch) working for the company investigates the project, he gets pushback from management (they are, naturally, trying to use the project for corrupt commercial purposes) and interference from the press (they’re trying to expose management). And as he burrows deeper, he becomes confused about where the actual world ends and the virtual world begins.

Fassbinder doesn’t exactly neglect the plot, but World on a Wire is by no means a Hollywood film with a neatly etched narrative arc. The director stands back from his story, viewing it from a distance, framing it with outlandish décor, shooting reflections in mirrors, and scoring it with what frequently sounds like arbitrary needle-down music (is that The Blue Danube playing? Playing now?

Why?)

Fassbinder revels in his pulpy sci-fi source, while satirizing it and the cinematic conventions associated with it.

Viewing World on a Wire prompts innumerable vague memories of things you’ve seen in other movies. But before you place the moment, the shot, the film is moving – and you’re compelled to move with it.

Fassbinder is a gay cultural icon, as famous for the extremity of his life as his mastery of cinema. And there’s a distinctly gay sensibility at work here. Nothing is what it seems. Evil festers behind the bland gray facades of office blocks. And beneath the glittering, seductive sheen of sleek chrome furniture, in the chilly light of Spartan High Tech lamps, danger awaits.

The entire enterprise can be enjoyed as a crazy camp spectacle and a prescient meditation on the nature of reality and the ways movies portray it. World on a Wire goes both ways.

Over on the mainland, where reality as we know it has not been suspended for the weekend, the Coral Gables Art Cinema is presenting the Miami premiere of Project Nim, the new documentary from the director/producer team of James Marsh and Simon Chinn, whose previous doc, Man on Wire, won the 2009 Oscar for Best Documentary.

Project Nim is the engrossing account of a scientific experiment launched at Columbia University in 1973. Nim, a baby chimpanzee, joins the human family of Stephanie LaFarge, a psychology student with no knowledge or experience of chimpanzees, to be raised as a human child, to learn sign language, and to communicate with humans. LaFarge dresses Nim, cuddles him and (astonishingly) breast-feeds him. Nim grows, learns signs, and runs riot in LaFarge’s Upper West Side home.

Having outgrown his first human home, Nim is moved to a large estate owned by the university. There, he learns

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many more signs. His physical power also increases and his manipulative streak – it often seems that Nim understands his human teachers better than they understand him – comes to the fore.

Nim’s language skills stall. He bites his trainers. The experiment is abruptly terminated and Nim is sent back where he came from, to a primate research center in Oklahoma, to live with other chimps, even though he has only known human contact since infancy. Nim is headed for a medical lab, sold as a research animal, before some of his more sympathetic keepers start a crusade to free him.

Project Nim features a wealth of archival film artfully interwoven with interviews with the human who took part in Nim’s story. It’s a jaw-dropping chronicle of human hubris and callousness. You’ll be rooting for the chimp from the word go.

WORLD ON A WIRE

July 29th – August 2nd Miami Beach Cinematheque 1130 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach Tickets are $10.00 www.mbcinema.com For more information call 305.67.FILMS (673-4567)

PROJECT NIM

July 29th – August 11th Coral Gables Art Cinema 260 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables Tickets are $10.00 www.gablescinema.com For more information call 786.385.9689

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TOP TRAX: GOODBYE AMY

BY DJ FR8-O

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THIS WEEK THURSDAY, July 28

SATURDAY, July 30

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.

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

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.”

THE VAGABOND: Tonight (((SHAKE))) welcomes the return of Get Low with DJs Juan BassHead, Robb Riggs, and A-Train. $5 Cuba libres all night long! 30 NE 14th Street, Miami.

FRIDAY, July 29 JOHNNY’S MIAMI: It’s College Night at Miami’s only gay stripper club with $2 domestic beers, $3 imports, and $4 stoli vodka cocktails. Tonight enjoy sexy beats

by DJ Miik. 62 NE 14th Street, Downtown Miami.

MOVA: It’s the kick off party for MOVA’s weekend 4-Year Anniversary Celebration.

From 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. enjoy a Finlandia vodka open bar followed by a wild night of circus acts, contortionists, fire dancers, over-the-top performances, and incredible music by DJ Juan E. 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 Fridays with DJ Mac spinning a true open format of music and videos, while Score’s hottest Go-Go boys work the speaker boxes.

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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: It’s MOVA’s 4-Year Anniversary!

From 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. Enjoy a Finlandia vodka open bar followed by a wild night of circus acts, contortionists, fire dancers, over-the-top performances, and incredible music by VJ Chris Racine. Located near the corner of Lincoln and Michigan.

Enjoy $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’s weekly Bigger Saturdays, the largest gay dance party on the Beach with beats by international DJ sensations, and performances by CircX. 727 Lincoln Road..727 Lincoln Road.

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.”

THE VAGABOND: Back Door Bamby presents Critical Mass with DJs Brad Strickland, Ray Milian, Ryan Evans, Carmel Ophir, and Wasabi. 30 NE 14th Street, Miami.

SUNDAY, July 31 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.

HOUSE: Edison Edison Farrow Farrow has has done done itit HOUSE: again, and and this this time time he he has has taken taken the the again, party out out of of the the club club and and into into aa home home party well kinda! kinda! Enjoy Enjoy Edison’s Edison’s new new soiree soiree –– well House with with beats beats by

by DJs DJs Alex Alex Infiniti Infiniti House and Adora!

Adora! Drink Drink specials specials available, available, and free parking, parking, and and aa fabulous fabulous night night that that free feels just just like like home! home! 221 221 NE NE 17th 17th Street, Street, feels Miami.

Miami.

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.

MOVA: MOVA: It’s It’s MOVA’s MOVA’s 4-Year 4-Year Anniversary, Anniversary, and and tonight tonight is is the the culmination culmination of of aa weekweekend end of of circus circus debauchery. debauchery. Wild Wild Child, Child, Circ Circ X, X, Lucky Lucky & & Zaza, Zaza, odd odd creatures, creatures, stilt stilt walkers, walkers, fire fire dancers, dancers, evil evil clowns, clowns, areal areal acts, acts, and and scandalous scandalous ring ring masters masters will will completely completely take take over over MOVA MOVA for for aa wild wild night night of of entertainment entertainment with with music music by

by DJ DJ Latrice!

Latrice! Finlandia Finlandia Vodka Vodka open open bar bar 9 9 p.m. p.m. to 10 p.m.

No cover. to 10 p.m. No cover.

TUESDAY, August 2 JOHNNY’S MIAMI: Miami’s only gay stripper club features the hottest, most masculine men in Miami. Tonight is all about the brothas as Cocodorm.com present a scandalous night with music by DJs TPromix and Surreal. 62 NE 14th Street, Downtown Miami.

MOVA: Looking for a little Latin flavor?

Tonight Milancita host an evening filled with delicious papis, moving to the beats of DJs Carlo G and David. Enjoy $6 “you call its” all night long. Located near the corner of Lincoln and Michigan.

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.

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 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.

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, August 1 JOHNNY’S MIAMI: Stop by for the premiere of Drag On with TP Lords, Daisy D, and DJ Rob Sky. Drags drink for free till midnight. $3 drinks all night long! 62 NE 14th Street, Downtown Miami.

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 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.

WEDNESDAY, August 3 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: 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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