What's HOT South Florida :: 8/06 - 8/12

A week ago Tuesday, Randy Jones, the Cowboy from the Village People shared his stories from his career at the Stonewall National Museum - Wilton Manors Gallery.

On Thursday evening I headed over to Long Island Thursdays at Alibi, which, as always, was packed. Friday evening was the closing party at Stable, and it was great to see so many people come out to pay tribute to this bar.

On Saturday night we headed over to Unity Coalition's Celebrate Orgullo Fundraiser at Dream Wine Lounge to hang out and support this great cause. Afterwards, we headed to Progress Bar to hang with DJ AJ Reddy and the gang. Later on, it was off to the Ramrod for Pig Dance #84 with DJ/Producer Bryan Reyes, who featured his new hit song "Ramrod."

Speaking of DJ AJ Reddy, on Sunday I went to support him at the first Vagabundos Pool Party at the Vagabond Hotel on 73rd and Biscayne, and the boys were out to party in colorful Speedos galore. Congrats to promoter Rramon (spelled correctly) Molina and AJ for a great party! Afterwards we headed to Flip Flops Dockside Eatery for their monthly T dance and once again it was packed. Another crazy week of events in South Florida and I am exhausted... J

Thursday, August 6

The Ritz, starring Rita Moreno is part of the "Dinner and a Movie" at Stonewall Gallery (Stonewall National Museum - Wilton Manors Gallery) at 7 pm Co-presented with Congregation Etz Chaim. Catering provided by Zona Fresca. Tickets $20 RSVP email [email protected]

Friday, August 7

The Ramrod invites everyone to meet International Mr. Leather 2015, Patrick Smith from 11 pm to 2 am. In addition, International Bootblack 2015, Bamm-Bamm will also be there.

Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale will host another Summer Social Cruise from 6-8:30 pm, embarking from Pier 66 -- 2301 SE 17th Street. This year's event is a casual two-hour cruise aboard the four deck, one-of-a-kind mega yacht, the Liberty Belle, courtesy of their partners Anticipation Yachts and Riverfront Cruises. This Riverboat Social is $40 per person and includes open bar, food, music and a beautiful sunset cruise along the Intracoastal. Refreshments sponsored by Premier Beverage and Stephens Distributing. All proceeds benefit 7 local non-profit organizations.

Saturday, August 8

Score will transform itself into an athletes' full training and competition center for their 17th anniversary theme entitled "Game Time," encompassing the current Fitster fashion trend, the athleticism of the staff and the patron's mental preparations to get themselves ready for a night at Score. The pre-gaming tailgate portion will begin at 8 pm on the lower level and mezzanine with disco-housie-techno-dancey beats. At midnight everyone will be invited to join them on the second level club room, known as Trade, for honorary team captain, Grammy Award Nominee Dj/Producer ABEL in control and calling the plays, it'll be all in, nothing less than 110% will be accepted until 5am!

Village Pub presents "Magic Mayhem," a male revue and underwear auction benefiting the Mayhem softball team trip to the gay softball world series in Columbus Ohio. Stage side tables available by calling 954-465-8559.

The work of artist, illustrator, writer and pop-culture provocateur, Kyle Willis will be featured in a solo exhibition organized by curator Rolando Chang Barrero which opens with a reception tonight from 6-9 pm at Bohemia AG Gallery located in burgeoning NOWO Art District at 536 Northwood Road, West Palm Beach.

Singer and actress Jill Scott, who was once called "the Queen of Neo-Soul" due to her cutting-edge innovation performing in the soul genre, will be in Hollywood at Hard Rock Live on at 8 pm. Tickets can be bought by going straight to Jill Scott's website at missjillscott.com.

The Manor Saturdays presents Empire, a themed event. In the Ballroom, making his Manor debut is international celebrity DJ Erez Ben Ishay. In the Ivy Lounge and Patio, Noche Latina Saturdays presents the final NLS appearance of Brittany Moore as Miss Florida F.I. 2014, along with special guest Velvet LeNore, Miss Fort Lauderdale F.I. 2015. Saturdays at the Manor features Choreographed productions, novelty acts, beautiful dancers and No Cover before midnight and only $5 after for members and $7 for non-members.

Monday, August 10

The 43rd anniversary of Miss Florida F.I. takes tonight at 7pm at the beautiful Deauville Beach Resort on Miami Beach. For tickets go to MissFloridaFIpageant.com and for hotel rooms call the Deauville, where rooms start at only $139 a night. Use the code "MissFL2015" for an instant upgrade. For more information about the pageant call 954-478-4587.

Tuesday, August 11

The Monthly Fort Lauderdale Mack Mixer networker takes place tonight at Scarfones (2150 Wilton Drive) from 6:30-9 pm. The $10 entry includes 1 complimentary Ketel One Cocktail. No RSVP required, but for more info, go to MackPlanet.com.

The National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) is bringing their annual International Business and Leadership Conference to South Florida this year. The 2015 conference will be held at the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa (3030 Holiday Dr.) from today until August 14. For more information on 2015's NGLCC International Business & Leadership Conference, go to their website at nglcc.org/nglcc15.

Wednesday, August 12

The adventure of Icarus begins when "Varekai," Cirque du Soleil's latest arena touring production, descends from the sky to the BB&T Center in Sunrise for fifteen performances starting tonight and going through August 23. For complete show and ticket information, please visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/varekai.

Hot Stuff

The Alibi/Monkey Bar is going Loco for Locals during the month of August where they are featuring 20% off all your food purchases from 11 am to 3 pm with Florida ID.

Don't forget the $5 off your $35 purchase coupon in the ad for Tunies, Natural Grocery and Vitamin Market. The coupon expires on Saturday, August 8th, so get shopping now and save!

Pride Factory is featuring 40% off previously-viewed adult movie DVD's while they last.

These are HOT

Logo TV recently announced its Summer 2015 programming slate, which includes the return of "Secret Guide to Fabulous" and the premiere of the new series "Food to Get You Laid."

Secret Guide to Fabulous:

Last year, the first season of "Secret Guide to Fabulous," from Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos' Milojo Productions, built a strong and growing fan following. This summer experts Rob Younkers (fashion & style), John Gidding (design) and Theodore Leaf (entertainment) will once again turn life from ordinary to extraordinary and teach viewers how to put the "u" in fabulous teaching viewers how to throw the most elevated events.

Food to Get You Laid:

Anyone can cook a meal in an industrial kitchen with the support of a full staff, but "Food to Get You Laid" will find out who has the skills and the dedication to create a romantic meal in their own home, using only the ingredients in their fridge and pantry. Featuring real people, real relationships, real kitchens and real ingredients. Each episode will focus on one couple trying to take their relationship to the next level. Guiding these culinary wannabes will be expert chef Ronnie Woo, helping to ensure that love fills their hearts and their stomachs.