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July 29, 2010 | Vol. 1, No. 19 Marriage equality foes outnumbered in Madison By Emily Mills ers. In Madison about 500 Contributing writer counter-demonstrators faced Supporters for mar- off against the anti-equality riage equality outnumbered visitors. National Organization for An hour before NOM Marriage protesters by a began its presentation on ratio of 8 - 1 during a July 27 the steps of the Capitol, the duel of rallies on the streets counter-protesters gath- of Madison. ered at a rally orgnized by NOM’s Madison stop was a large coalition of state part of the group’s Summer and local groups, including for Marriage Tour, a 23-city Fair Wisconsin, the LGBT trek to spread the group’s Campus Center of UW - message of traditional, het- Madison, PFLAG and Planned erosexual-only unions. NOM Parenthood of Wisconsin. also hopes to gather two Addressing the crowd million signatures from what before the march began, hus- executive director Brian bands Michael Knaapen and Brown referred to as an John Becker of Milwaukee “army for traditional mar- told the story of their court- riage rights.” ship and marriage. But at most stops, local “Our relationship is the pro-equality supporters, most special thing in the alerted to the tour’s appear- world to us, of course,” ances via Facebook and Becker said. “But it’s prob- Twitter, have overwhelmed ably not so different than NOM’s small cadre of march- what millions of other people have. After we got engaged, though, that’s when things got complicated and became This a little more unique.” Knaapen went on to issue explain how the two had to Photo: Lucky To m a s z e k inside and online at travel to Canada to have a Pro-equality demonstrators (above) overwhelmed the National Organization for Marriage’s Sum- wisconsingazette.com Madison page 11 mer for Marriage tour during its Madison stop on July 27. News Wisconsin Gaze �����������4 Editorial ��������������������������8 City worker disciplined for sending hate mail National Gaze ������������ 12 International Gaze ���� 16 By Louis Weisberg without pay in mid-July after tance from several years to hear you married another his objection and his request WiGWAG ������������������� 26 Staff writer a man complained to city ago. He said she contacted man. God made Adam and that Luty stop contacting A Milwaukee city work- officials that she’d sent him him after seeing pictures on Eve not Adam and Steve.” him, she continued to write. Features er is back on the job after e-mails from her office com- Facebook of his nuptials with “I wrote back and said, Milwaukee employee WiGOUT �������������������� 19 agreeing to apologize to a puter filled with Christian another man. “You know you ‘What you’re saying to me relations director Maria Art Gaze ��������������������� 21 gay man she harassed via her right anti-gay rhetoric. are living in sin and will burn is inappropriate, wrong and Monteagudo said she imme- Theater Gaze ������������� 23 government e-mail account. Gordon Jablonski, a former in hell if you don’t change hurtful. I have the right to diately sent Luty home after On the Town �������������� 29 Donna Luty, an administra- Wisconsin resident who now your life around,” Luty wrote choose my own religion,’” learning of the harassment Community Events ��� 30 tive assistant with the Port lives in New Jersey, described in an e-mail that Jablonski Jablonski said. and launched an investiga- of Milwaukee, was suspended Luty as a peripheral acquain- shared with WiG. “I’m sorry But Jablonski said despite Hate mail page 5 2 WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010

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Wisconsin5 GAzE [email protected]. Milwaukee settles ‘Naked Boys’ lawsuit By John Quinlan ‘He informed AIDS, said the threat of jail Contributing writer time without access to medi- Five years after a Milwaukee me if I wanted cations was not a risk he vice squad officer shut down could afford to take. So on a traveling production of the to be all high Aug. 18, 2005, what was sup- gay-themed, off-Broadway posed to be the Milwaukee hit “Naked Boys Singing” and mighty premiere of “Naked Boys at the Milwaukee Gay Arts Singing” became a press Center, the city has settled that he could conference to announce a the resulting lawsuit with a take me down lawsuit against the city on $20,000 check delivered to First Amendment grounds of the center July 14. to the police prior restraint. The initial controversy With the help of ACLU broke in August 2005, less station if I of Wisconsin legal direc- than five months after MGAC tor Larry DuPuis, MGAC had opened with a Broadway sold even one filed a notice of injury and revue. Fundamentalist street claim in federal court seek- preacher Drew Heiss, tipped ticket.’ ing $634,420 in damages. off by the extensive public- It stated that the group’s ity campaign that preceded “rights were violated when the performance of “Naked the employees of the city Boys,” filed an open records selectively enforced the ordi- request that revealed MGAC nance in violation of the con- had not applied for a small Playbill that a man who iden- stitutional rights of (MGAC) theater license with the tified himself as Milwaukee and the staff of (“Naked Boys C ourtesy broadwaywor l d. c o m Milwaukee City Council, vice squad Det. Wilcox called Singing”) due to the organiza- The cast of the New York production of “Naked Boys Singing.” which was then in summer him to warn that performing tion’s focus on gay-related recess and not scheduled to the play that evening was not and AIDS-related causes.” Barrett called for a review of mecca of Provincetown, Amendment was designed meet until September. advised. The play’s themes are the city’s licensing practices Mass., which later amended to prohibit,” Dupuis said. MGAC’s attorneys main- “(Wilcox) was very gruff rooted in the transforma- and the police department’s its local ordinance to prohibit He was supported in the tained that the center was and I perceived his voice as tions that come with gay handling of the shutdown. all nude entertainment. suit by cooperating Madison exempt from the require- threatening,” Hooker said. identity and individual strug- Following a city attorney’s Some Milwaukee officials civil rights attorneys Steven ment because of its non- “He informed me if I wanted gles with AIDS, and support- ruling that the ordinance downplayed the significance Porter and Jeff Scott Olson. profit status, a position that to be all high and mighty and ers pointed out that most of should never have been of the case and the settle- “We are pleased that the city was later affirmed by the act like I was above the law, the play’s critics had never applied to a non-profit orga- ment. “There’s no admission has clarified the process so city attorney’s office. But that he could take me down heard or seen the play. They nization, 16 highly successful of wrongdoing,” assistant city that non-profits will know the city’s official stance was to the police station if I sold argued that the play’s award- performances played MGAC attorney Miriam Horwitz they are not required to get expressed in chilling terms even one ticket and have me winning musical score con- later that fall. said. “The city settled as a a license. However, we con- by two visits to MGAC from booked and printed like any tains “naked truth messages” The Milwaukee show’s practical matter.” tinue to believe that the city members of the Milwaukee drug dealer who was break- inherent to the universal shutdown was the fourth But advocates for MGAC should amend its ordinance Police Department vice ing the law.” struggle of being true to who such occurrence in its now disagreed. to limit the time the city has squad, followed by a tele- Organizers briefly consid- you are. decade-long history, includ- “Requiring any theater to to issue any theater license. phone ultimatum. ered moving ahead with the After a meeting with ing similar incidents in San get a license before putting It’s too easy for the authori- “Naked Boys Singing” pro- performance as an act of about 50 LGBT commu- Juan, Puerto Rico, and Atlanta. on a play comes dangerously ties to just delay giving the ducer Mark Hooker told the civil disobedience. However, nity leaders in September Ironically, the first incident close to the kind of prior permit to performances they Broadway-based publication Hooker, who is living with 2005, Milwaukee Mayor Tom occurred in 2001 in the gay restraint on speech the First don’t like.”

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WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010 5 Judge: HIV claim well as St. Agnes Hospital. LGBT community center Business or Organization can proceed The defendants had sought BRIEFS seeks nominations of indi- of the Year, Ally of the to trial a summary judgment that viduals, organizations and Year (non-LGBT individu- A U.S. district judge ruled would avoid a trial, but Judge businesses that have made als or groups that support July 22 that a discrimination J.P. Stadtmueller said the case living with HIV from discrimi- address on the papers rather outstanding contributions to the LGBT community) and case concerning a woman could proceed to trial under nation, and our community’s than her voting address. Madison’s LGBT community OutReach Volunteer of the who was denied surgery four different anti-discrimina- healthcare providers should A message left with in the past year. Year. because she’s HIV-positive tion laws. “A reasonable jury be our first line of defense Baldwin’s campaign wasn’t The awards will be pre- Nomination forms are can proceed to trial. could look at all of this evi- in the fight against the misin- returned. sented at OutReach’s 18th available at OutReach, 600 In February 2009, Lambda dence and conclude that Dr. formation and fear that fuels However, state Annual Community Awards Williamson St., or online at Legal and the AIDS Resource Cahee discriminated against such discrimination.” Government Accountability Banquet, to be held Fri., Sept. www.lgbtoutreach.org. Center of Wisconsin filed suit Rose in the provision of ser- The case is Rose v. Cahee Board spokesman Reid 17, at the Monona Terrace The deadline for submis- on behalf of Melody Rose, vices by declining to perform et al. Magney said state election Convention Center. sion is Aug. 1. 36, after Dr. Steven Cahee surgery on her and that this officials have allowed Baldwin, A committee of commu- For more information, of Fond du Lac refused to decision was based on Rose’s GOP challenges who is openly lesbian, to use nity members reviews the contact Harry at OutReach remove her gallbladder due disability,” he wrote. Baldwin’s her campaign office as her nominations and selects at 608-255-8582. to concerns about HIV trans- “Doctors are supposed nomination address for years because award recipients. Past award mission. Rose underwent the to first do no harm, but Republicans have filed a she received threats after she winners, OutReach staff and – from WiG and AP reports procedure at a different med- Dr. Cahee’s conduct was challenge to U.S. Rep. Tammy was first elected in 1998. board members are not eli- ical facility. very harmful,” said Rebekah Baldwin’s nomination papers. gible. The suit names Cahee, the Kopec-Farrell, director of The Young Republicans of OutReach seeks Award categories are Fond du Lac Regional Clinic ARCW’s legal services pro- Dane County allege Baldwin, nominations David Runyon Memorial and Agnesian Healthcare, gram. “Our state has laws a Madison Democrat, listed OutReach, Madison and Man of the Year, Susan Green More news online at which operates the clinic as that explicitly protect people her campaign office as her south central Wisconsin’s Memorial Woman of the Year, www.wisconsingazette.com.

Three months of e-mails were reviewed Hate mail from 1 tioned co-workers to ascer- if she’d agree to apologize and the national organization enough in this country, her city e-mail account to tain whether Luty tried to to Jablonski, according to GLAAD. where we don’t have protec- express discrimination and impose her religious views Monteagudo. “If she’d done that from tions for our marriage or hateful messages.” tion to determine whether on them at the workplace. What Luty did was “very her home computer, it would anything else.” “It’s an important reminder the behavior was an isolated In the end, the employee wrong,” Monteagudo said. have been a different story,” Fair Wisconsin execu- that discrimination still hap- incident or part of a pattern. relations office determined In addition to contact- Jablonski said. “But she’s a tive director Katie Belanger pens all around Wisconsin, Her office reviewed three that the e-mails were an iso- ing city officials about the government employee. She said she was “extremely and we need to remain vigi- months of e-mails sent from lated incident and Luty was harassment, Jablonski alerted represents diversity. She rep- disappointed that a City of lant in the fight against (it),” Luty’s city account and ques- allowed to return to work local media, Fair Wisconsin resents all of us. It’s hard Milwaukee worker would use Belanger said.

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The v By Louis Weisberg This Valentine’s Day, Maria T WiG Staff Writer and Jennifer Cadenas, who ree Court From the jewelry counter T had a civil union ceremony in s ’s to the Hallmark shop, same- 2003, will have 13-month-old delivers sex couples are surrounded - Alejandra in tow if they go - A quarter of MilwaukeeBT | Vol. 1, No. 14 g May 20, 2010 by idealized images of het out to celebrate their rela ‘huge’ erosexual love. But people tionship. But, “We might just homeless youth are L like them are almost invisible- buy a cake and stay home,” on the streets near the Alliance victory — or, when they’re not invis Maria says, noting the perils By Louis Weisberg campus and continued attending ible, often controversial. of dining out with an infant. classes until he graduated. Last fall, for state Despite this unwelcoming Although Alejandra is Staff Writer Anger mounts As a student at Nicolet High an older gay man gave him a place environment, the love that a new addition to their to live in exchange for sex. partners once dared not speak its relationship, the Cadenases School, Kevin never fit in. An African-American who likes to Andrea was banished from By louis Weisberg name is thriving. Just ask the- will continue practicing a home because she’s a lesbian. She same-sex Wisconsin cou personal tradition they’ve wear a little make-up, he endured WiG Staff Writer constant teasing and bullying. was placed in foster care with ily over Marquettethe heart of the concerns ples WiG spoke with about observed since their first The MADISON — The ing rainbow stickers, spoke of many on campus. Wild Eventually he transferred to a fundamentalist Christian fam Valentine’s Day: Valentine’s Day together: and ran away. Most of her teenage By Louis Weisberg through tears and quivering has cited O’Brien’s published Wisconsin Supreme Court Alliance School, which helps stu- has rejected a lawsuit seeking They will create handmade years were spent on the streets, Staff writer voices. writings on lesbian sex and dents who are not succeeding in to declare the state’s domes- Maria & Jennifer cards for each other. sleeping under porches and bridg- Less than a week after “Marquette has broken marriage as the reason for “Mine tend to be very traditional schools due to harass- treet tic partner registry unconsti- Cadenas es, dodging the police and s news broke that Marquette my heart,” one student said, retracting his offer, saying As executive director ment. short,” Maria says. “She puts- violence. University had rescinded a breaking from the prepared they were inconsistent with tutional. But when Kevin’s mother dis- In an unusual move, law- of Cream City Foundation, glitter on hers and uses col “Kevin” and “Andrea” aren’t high-profile job offer to an statement. “This is not the Marquette’s Roman Catholic Maria Cadenas promotes the orful markers.” covered he’s gay, she threw him Youth page 9 yers for Wisconsin Family out lesbian, students there - institution that over 100 mission. visibility of same-sex couples In addition to Jennifer, out of the house. Determined to delivered a message to uni years ago was revolutionary But Marquette faculty Action had fi led the case earn a diploma, he camped out directly with the state’s high by coordinating the “Gay Cadenas remembers her . versity president Robert A. for admitting women.” countered that the writings Neighbor” campaign, which friends on Valentine’s Day Wild: Resign immediately. William Malloy, a senior in question were published court rather than a lower Love page 9 court of jurisdiction. The features pictures of same-sex Military plots During an emotional May nursing student, fought back in respected peer-reviewed couples and their families on 11 meeting with Wild, group tears as he told WiG that the academic journals and were Christian-right group said This that “it was important to act billboards and public transit. after group of students university’s action “makes me well-known to the search - DADT repeal quickly,” because the registry Cadenas’ life reflects that of from top left: Jennifer, approached microphones to ashamed to have a Marquette committee that recom lejandra and issuee at the couples on the billboards a inside and onlin repeatedly read a prepared diploma.” mended O’Brien for the job violates a 2006 constitutional m By Lisa Neff amendment banning same- — she has a spouse and a Maria Cadenas, wisconsingazette.co statement calling on Wild to- “Some of my closest - after interviewing her several Mark Pocan Staff Writer sex marriage or civil unions. The Defense Department this re times over the last two years. frank, m i t h step down, to publicly apolo friends are gay, and it embar and Phil C : j a S o n S They also pointed out that Supporters of the registry G r a P h i News 2 month established a panel to prepa ’t gize and to re-extend the rasses me to have to tell - John Becker and WiGWAG ...... original offer he made Jodi them I went to Marquette,” O’Brien’s 15-years of expe argue that domestic partner- 4 for the repeal of “don’t ask, don This Michael Knappen, Milwaukee Gaze ...... d rience teaching at Seattle ships are not the equivalent stevens and ...... 5 tell,” as support for the policy barring O’Brien to become dean of - Malloy said. Partner page 5 Genia National Gaze the college of arts and sci Students have staged University, a Jesuit school 6 openly gay servicemembers continue - issuee at andrea Kleinheksel. 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Jon campaign to encourage the - By Louis Weisberg wake of the smoking ban bureau to add “sexual orien By Louis Weisberg Erpenbach, D-Waunakee, - Staff writer appear to be well-founded. the legislation would require- COUNT tation” to the Census ques WiG Staff Writer - The United Restaurant & patients to obtain a pre tionnaire, and, at least under ilwaukee’s gay bar Two of the state’s larg Tavern Owners of New York scription from a doctor to the Obama administration, owners are brac- est employers began offering Beltway Inc., for example, found that receive marijuana, which the bureau seems willing. ing for a potential 76 percent of New York City domestic partner benefits “That is one issue we m Jan. 1. could either be grown at downturn in business when bars and nightclubs experi- & beyond The State of Wisconsin home or obtained through a certainly care about,” said - TAKING STOCK a statewide indoor smoking enced a 30-percent decrease licensed nonprofit dispensary.- Timothy Olson, an assis Department of Employee ban takes effect July 5. 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Milwaukee5 GAzE [email protected]. Sheriff candidates square off for LGBT votes Political anybody come up to me and style prisoner rehabilitation have not outspent my budget ask me about my sexual pref- program at the Milwaukee in seven years. For seven analysis erence.” County Correctional Facility consecutive years, we’ve But interviews with the in Franklin. He said this returned a surplus to the By Louis Weisberg candidates revealed that nei- approach is standard in such county board. In 2009 we had Staff writer ther is familiar with LGBT programs. a $900,000 surplus.” Incumbent Milwaukee issues nor has relationships Moews said these inci- Clarke charged that his County Sheriff Dave Clarke – advisory or otherwise – dents show that Clarke is opponent does not have and his challenger in the with any LGBT community pandering to the Christian the experience required Democratic primary both leaders or organizations. And right. “I am a religious person to lead the sheriff’s office. say they support the hir- Clarke’s close association myself, but you can’t bring Clarke is a graduate of the ing and promotion of openly with right-wing talk radio your religion into the work- FBI National Academy and lesbian and gay law-enforce- personality Charlie Sykes, place on the taxpayer dime the FBI’s National Executive ment personnel. That’s appar- coupled with his procliv- and force it down everyone’s Institute. He earned a cer- ently one of the few points ity for bringing religion into throats,” he said. “Not only tificate from the Senior of agreement between two the workplace, could prove is that contradictory to our Executives in State and Local candidates who seem to dif- worrisome for LGBT voters. constitutional foundations, Government program at fer on nearly everything else. (Sykes was neutral on the but it opens the county up Harvard’s John F. Kennedy Challenger Chris Moews constitutional amendment to lawsuits, costing the tax- School of Government (he’s (pronounced “maze”), a banning same-sex unions and payers money.” frequently spotted wearing Milwaukee police lieutenant, marriage in Wisconsin.) Neither candidate would his Harvard ring at events). told WiG that sexual orienta- In 2006, Clarke was the answer whether he consid- P h oto : C o u rt e s y But Moews said he has tion is “a non-issue” for him. target of a lawsuit filed by ered “homosexuality” a “sin.” Milwaukee County Democrats unanimously accumulated the kind of on- “This is the land of the deputies who objected “I don’t even think it’s endorsed Chris Moews for county sheriff. the-street experience that’s free,” Moews said. “I’ve got when he invited a represen- appropriate for a sheriff to most important for the job. gay and lesbian officers on tative from the Fellowship comment on that,” Clarke ties as “losers” in roll call from his,” Moews said. “He “I’ve always had career the force who are my friends of Christian Centurions to said. meetings) and his affiliation rules with an iron fist. It’s aspirations of being the and they do excellent jobs. address meetings they had to Moews responded that it’s with the Tea Party move- important to have open dia- executive in charge of a law- They should be given the attend. The case ended last something he doesn’t think ment. logue with rank-and-file offi- enforcement agency, and I’ve same promotional opportu- year when the 7th District about. “Judge not lest ye be Milwaukee County cers. We might not always worked hard to give myself nities. I don’t look at people Court of Appeals ruled unan- judged,” he said. Democrats took the unusual agree but we have to have the kind of diverse back- as gay, straight, black or white. imously against Clarke. step of endorsing Moews open dialogue. Your person- ground needed to be an I look at them as officers.” Clarke contended that A lightning rod over Clarke in the upcoming nel are your greatest asset. effective leader,” he said. Clarke, who visited the judge who issued the On other issues, Clarke primary. If I don’t treat them with Moews began his policing PrideFest this summer to initial ruling in the case has been a lightning rod “The current sheriff has respect, they will not make career in Fox Point before meet LGBT voters, said he “didn’t know what he was for progressive pundits and been a comedy of errors,” me as successful as a sheriff moving to Milwaukee and doesn’t know whether open- talking about.” He told WiG bloggers, who deride him said county party chair as I can be.” working up the ranks. He’s ly lesbian or gay people are the speaker in question was as a Republican disguised Sachin Chheda in a state- Clarke countered that his been a patrol officer and currently serving under him. non-denominational and was as a Democrat. Clarke was ment. “Whether he’s using management style has yielded worked as a detective in the “The only thing you’re brought in by someone else appointed to the sheriff’s post the power of his office to a record of success, includ- criminal investigation bureau judged on is your perfor- – not to preach to deputies in 2002 by Republican Gov. pursue personal vendet- ing a 10-percent reduction in as well as the vice squad. mance,” he said of his depart- but rather to counsel those Scott McCallum. Although tas against political rivals or crime last year and reduced He’s currently the late-shift ment. “I would imagine I have who were suffering from on- he’s run as a Democrat since simply endangering other fatalities on area freeways. supervisor of the city’s homi- openly gay officers, but I have the-job stress. then, Democratic leaders officers by ignoring his own “Look at my record – my cide unit. not gone around and con- But in July, Clarke told the complain about his retalia- rules, he’s weakened the record of results,” Clarke Primary elections are Sept. ducted a head count, because Milwaukee Journal Sentinel tory and dictatorial manage- sheriff’s department.” said. “When I became sheriff, 14. A Republican has also I don’t care. That’s none of that he wanted to include ment style (Clarke has been “My management philoso- this organization had annual entered the sheriff’s race but my business. I’ve never had Bible study in a boot-camp quoted referring to his depu- phy is very, very different multi-million dollar deficits. I he is unopposed in his party.

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Jim Doyle to hire outside counsel to defend the law, forcing taxpayers to pay for a job that Van Hollen was elected and paid to do. But now advocates are harshly criticizing the U.S. Justice Department for defending the military’s “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy in a lawsuit brought by Log Cabin Republicans in California. It is the duty of the White House to implement and enforce laws passed by Congress, just as it is Van Hollen’s obligation to defend laws passed by the Legislature. Van Hollen justified refusing to defend the Wisconsin law by claiming it violated the state’s constitutional ban on same-sex marriage or its equivalent. However, the attorney general lacks the authority to make such decisions. They must be decided by the courts. Van Hollen’s argument was specious, but it was a convenient way for him, as a social conservative eyeing higher office, to avoid defending a law that he – and his followers – politically oppose. Our advocates are asking the Obama administration to do the very thing we criticized Van Hollen for doing. They’re asking the president not to defend { Letters } “don’t ask” on the basis that it violates his personal principles and could cost him our votes. Their specious argument is that the White House is currently working to overturn “don’t ask” and should not defend a law that’s in peril. AIDS Ride the case. Carol Stevens has come to But the president does not have the discretion to avoid defending a standing returns less AIDS Network’s annual rest. law on the basis that it faces an uncertain future. than stated independent financial audit Birds fall silent in their nests, WiG has argued that the administration should let stand a U.S. district I am writing in reference shows clearly where the The river dries in its distress; court ruling that a section of the Defense of Marriage Act is unconstitutional. to your article on the ACT agency’s fundraising dol- Hills are flat with emptiness. But the situations are different. The administration has already fulfilled its 8 Ride. lars are spent. A combined Yet out in starry galaxies Constitutional duty to defend DOMA in court. It is not obligated to file an The Wisconsin Gazette total of 58.7 percent of the in graceful dance serene appeal. article on the AIDS Network agency’s fundraising income around a golden table In the current case, the Justice Department doesn’t appear to have much ACT Ride stated, “There are in 2009 was used to pay for celestial women convene choice. The LGBT community and its advocates must continue to press for still critics who contend the “fundraising expenses” and celebrating their queen repeal and not let the White House’s defense of “don’t ask” divert our energy rides do not return as much “management and general” who’s livened up eternity from this goal or divide us. as promised, but coordina- expenses. This is unconscio- with newfangled delight: tor Melissa Kruser contends nable. with gusto they all tuck that every dollar netted is The ACT riders, donors into a lesbian potluck. essential to AIDS Network’s and crew have been led to Your earthly food was pies and operating budget.” believe that the bulk of the meats, I am one of those critics. I dollars fund client services, communion served up with the The Wisconsin Gazette is published served on the AIDS Network yet through carefully parsed beets. every other week and distributed board of directors from words AIDS Network avoids Christmas Eve throughout the Milwaukee area, Madi- March 2007 until May 2008. telling the truth, instead say- your door was wide son, Racine, Kenosha, and 40 other I also served as a member ing that it funds the “provi- and all we Jews welcome inside. cities statewide. To have WiG delivered of the executive committee sion” of services (i.e., over- Your heart expanded to CEO/PRINCIpal to your address, contact circulation@ as the elected secretary. My head of the agency). embrace Leonard Sobczak wisconsingazette.com or call 414-961- tenure on the board ended More information regard- Each hesitant emerging face 3240, ext. 101 when I resigned due to fun- ing the annual ACT Ride With feasts of love uncondi- Publisher/ WiG Publishing, LLC. © 2010 damental concerns regarding and other issues of concern tional Editor in Chief the management and direc- regarding HIV/AIDS services And organically nutritional. Louis Weisberg tion of the agency, particular- in the state can be found at Now it’s courage you serve up ly the disparity of HIV/AIDS www.wisconsinhiv.com. Your spirit fills the diamond cup NATIONAL NEWS Editor Entertainment Editor services provided to clients Greg Milward From which we sip your love Lisa Neff Gregg Shapiro of AIDS Network compared Madison and cheer; to services provided to those Just like you, we’re proud we’re Creative Director contributors Harry Cherkinian living with HIV/AIDS in other Tribute to queer Jason Smith Jr., Jody Hirsh, Rick Karlin, Kerrie areas of the state. Carol Stevens The skies are wide and you Kennedy, Cory Liebmann, Jamakaya, Emily My concerns regarding the I appreciated your articles are there Assistant Editor Mills, John Quinlan, Jay Rath Angel Sevilla, annual ACT ride are borne on Carol Stevens’ life. Below In stars, in moon, in everywhere; Lucky Tomaszek Paul Varnell, Dan Zaitz out of frustration over the is a poem I wrote, and read at Death builds bridges, agency’s refusal to provide her memorial service. I hope on which we’ll meet Account Executives Technical consultant verifiable information regard- you can share it with your as long as we still hear Will Elwood, Marypat Wulff, Kevin Rux ing the direct and indirect readers and all the many peo- your living words, Diane Banach expenses of the ride. The ple who loved Carol. your song: distribution ride has been built on the “Carol Stevens Meets the “Come my darlings, Kelly Harmon myth that the bulk of dollars Big Dipper” come and eat.” raised go to fund direct cli- Earth receive a beloved Carole Gottlieb Vopat ent service. This is simply not guest; Milwaukee WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010 9 Quitting Myspace Scott Walker’s dismal fiscal record

I first opened my WiG reported on June 17 Walker’s anti-LGBT record, get was $258 million. That Myspace account in 2004 that Republican candidate what redeeming value would is an increase of nearly $40 just so I could look at for governor Scott Walker they find in his fiscal record? million during Walker’s time pinion someone else’s profile would oppose the state’s Walker’s rhetoric on fiscal as county executive. That fig- O (you had to be a member Angel Sevilla domestic partner registry as matters does not match the ure does not even include Cory Liebmann to do that back then – well as benefits for same-sex reality of his performance. the massive fee increases they had rules). At that Myspace has partners of state workers. In If Log Cabin Republicans that Walker has promoted debts. time, Myspace was all the fact, last year Walker vetoed truly value smaller govern- during his time in office. You A recent report by the rage with the cool kids, so degenerated an effort to extend ben- ment, it is difficult to fathom simply can’t claim to be a Public Policy Forum con- I decided to keep it. efits to Milwaukee County how they could support him. fiscal conservative and then firmed that Milwaukee I was 16 and my social into a employees and their domes- During his time as Milwaukee support someone with that County has applied short- networking skills were tic partners. County executive, county kind of a record. term approaches that have at an all-time low. But it teenage This follows Walker’s pat- spending has increased 35 One would think that a only prolonged the dire fiscal turned out that my pro- tern of pandering to some percent based on Walker’s fiscal conservative would problems that it faces. That file customizing skills were hook-up site of the most extreme ele- own proposed budgets. also see the error in adopt- same report estimates that top notch. I had the page that parents ments of the right wing in Earlier this year, the progres- ing short-term policies that Milwaukee County under with all the cool graph- the run up to an election. sive group One Wisconsin come at a much higher long- Walker’s leadership faces a ics and music playlists. I should find Unfortunately, LGBT employ- Now did an analysis com- term cost. That approach has structural deficit of between had a place to display my ees and their families have paring the rate of Walker’s been the hallmark of Walker’s $20 million and $45 mil- pictures so that the entire alarming. paid the price for Walker’s spending to that of Gov. Jim time as county executive. For lion for 2011. That amount world could see how cool grandstanding. Doyle and Milwaukee Mayor example, rather than making is estimated to grow to an I had become. The LGBT community is Tom Barrett. It showed that pension obligation payments, unprecedented $100 million Now I’m 23 and over certainly diverse, including Walker’s spending increases Walker chose instead to by 2014. it. I haven’t used Myspace in the areas of political and surpassed both of them. issue $400 million in bonds Whether you look at in ages. So the other day ideological beliefs. There are On their website, the Log to cover those costs. Many Walker’s abysmal record on I put “delete Myspace” on some in the community who Cabin Republicans list “low warned that this scheme was LGBT issues or take the Log my list of things to do. favor what may be called a fis- taxes” as one of their key risky and voters even reject- Cabin Republican look at his But the next day I signed you nasty boy! Please cally conservative approach beliefs. But nearly every one ed a similar plan in a 2005 fiscal record, he has been an on to the site for the don’t write on my page to public policy, while at the of Walker’s proposed bud- referendum. abject failure. Regardless of first time in a year and a ever again!” same time remaining socially gets has called for a higher By comparison, Barrett party affiliation or ideological half and everything looked Then again, the whole progressive. The Log Cabin tax levy. His proposed tax made tough budgetary deci- loyalties, this kind of failure different. Myspace has situation could have been Republicans are an example levy for 2003 was just over sions and had the city pay just shouldn’t be rewarded changed so many things avoided if the provocative of this. But even if groups $218 million, while his pro- its pension obligations rather with support from anyone in about the layout of the pictures had never been like LCR choose to ignore posed levy for the 2010 bud- than take on a risky set of the LGBT community. home page and the naviga- posted in the first place. tion that it actually looks a Parents should monitor lot more like Facebook. All their children’s Internet of this change piqued my activity! It seems as if interest, so I went surfing these kids have free rein LGBT history from the trenches around Myspace’s never- to do whatever they want, ending web of friendships whenever they choose to for one last hoorah, just to do so. This is not OK. Writing for Wisconsin In covering local and state- entrenched hostility to the see what I’d been missing. The banner ads posted Gazette has made me think Opinion wide events as a reporter, I queer community all contrib- As it turns out, I’d been on Myspace should be about the news I’ve cov- Jamakaya witnessed some major highs uted to the tragedy. Over the missing nothing! Nothing enough to warn parents ered and the many changes and lows. years that Dahmer stalked good, anyway. Myspace has that young people should I’ve witnessed since I first light sentence shocked the The lows that stand out his victims, often in the bars, apparently become a place not be there. One of the had stories published in the nation and who later com- most are related to hatred the MPD was routinely raid- for teenagers to hook up ads posted on my home GPU News and Amazon, mitted suicide. Today, hun- and institutional negligence. ing strip shows at gay clubs with each other and leave page, for instance, was for Milwaukee-based publica- dreds of openly LGBT indi- I am still haunted by cases and harassing and ticketing inappropriate comments meeting hot singles in my tions, in 1977. viduals serve in public office I covered in the Milwaukee patrons outside those clubs. on each others’ inappro- area. If that showed up on The year I began writing and continue to seek office courts of vicious overkill- The high points I recall are priate pictures. I kept see- my page, then it must be for gay and lesbian presses, with hardly a raised eyebrow. type murders of LGBT indi- legal victories and institution- ing names like #1bABY- showing up on the kids’ Anita Bryant was leading The ERA was defeated viduals, none of which were building. mama and HOT.cuz.I.got. pages too. her crusade against a civil by a right-wing campaign of ever adjudicated as hate The American Psychiatric IT.lyke.DAT on the pages After seeing all of this rights law covering sexual fear and misrepresentation crimes. Dennis Owens, Ricky Association removed homo- of teenage girls claiming I was certain about my orientation in Florida. It was promoted by some of the Roundtree, Juana Vega – the sexuality from its list of men- to be 99 years old. There decision to delete my also the year that Harvey same players who worked list goes on and on. tal disorders in 1973, and were provocative photos page, but Myspace never Milk emerged as a major to defeat gay rights laws. Yet, The racism, homopho- Lawrence v. Texas obliterated of them taken in mir- sent back the confirma- figure in San Francisco poli- over the past three decades, bia and incompetence criminal sanctions for homo- rors with their iPhones. tion e-mail. I tried several tics. Hundreds of thousands a plethora of legislation has of the Milwaukee Police sexuality in 2003. Under the photos, oth- times to delete it, but still of women marched on passed eliminating inequities Department in the Jeffrey In February 1982, ers had posted comments no e-mail was sent. So I Washington in support of based on sex from statutes. Dahmer case was almost Republican Gov. Lee Dreyfus like, “You look good ma. I basically I tried to can- the Equal Rights Amendment. Enforcement is another mat- as shocking as the crimes. signed a law banning discrimi- would hit that.” And the cel my membership, and The spirit of Anita Bryant ter, of course, and there is still Officers’ inability to detect nation based on sexual ori- response from the girls? Myspace told me “No.” is certainly still alive in the no excuse for not enshrining a pattern of young gay men entation in housing, employ- “Thank you.” It’s an evil corporation. land, but civil rights provi- the principle of sexual equal- of color disappearing, their ment and public accommo- Someone needs to tell sions incorporating sexual ity in our constitution. failure to respond to the dations. A combination of these girls that “thank orientation and gender iden- It’s a truism that history concerns of family mem- legislative calculation, alli- you” is not the appropri- tity have spread exponential- runs in waves of progress bers searching for sons, ances, timing and enlightened ate response to “I would Check out more news ly across the United States. and reaction. Those duel- their delivery of Konerak executive leadership helped hit that.” The appropriate and views online at Harvey Milk was assassi- ing elements are especially Sinthasomphone into the Wisconsin claim the title. as response is, “That’s nasty, www.wisconsingazette.com nated in 1978 by a bitter, prominent in the recent his- hands of Dahmer, who then “First Gay Rights State.” woeful wreck of a man whose tory of the LGBT movement. murdered him, and their www.wisconsingazette.com 10 WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010 Bar fundraiser aims to raise AIDS awareness By Louis Weisberg co-owner of PJs Oshkosh. someone else with another not for any one particular Staff writer Participating bars He sees Raising the Bar as an strain.” reason, but because it’s the Since the beginning of the Ballgame, 196 S. Second St., Milwaukee opportunity to put HIV/AIDS Volker believes the bars right thing to do. AIDS epidemic, gay bars have D.I.X., 739 S. First St., Milwaukee back on people’s radar. can contribute to spread- “It’s a very worthy cause,” played a pivotal role in dis- Hybrid Lounge, 707 E. Brady St., Milwaukee “Even if (the event) makes ing information such as this he says. “Everyone knows seminating information about PJs, 1601 Oregon, Oshkosh one or two or three people through events like Raising someone who’s infected with HIV disease and prevention. The Shelter Club, 730 N. Quincy St., Green Bay aware that it’s still out there the Bar. HIV or has breast cancer or They’ve also contributed sig- Woody’s, 1579 S. Second St., Milwaukee and it’s still a problem, then Cory Bartel, co-owner of something. I think we need to nificantly to fundraising for To sign up call 800-348-WALK or go to aidswalkwis.org. we’ve won,” he says. D.I.X., which opened June 11, help because our healthcare local AIDS service organiza- In addition to participat- says he joined Raising the Bar system sucks.” tions. ing in Raising the Bar, Tucker Raising the Bar, a state- LGBT Humanity Fund. The increase. In fact, reported has ARCW staff visit his bar wide fundraiser for AIDS bar team that raises the most HIV cases among young men every three months to con- ‘Witches’ Night Off’ Walk Wisconsin, draws on cash gets to add that amount who have sex with men have duct free HIV testing. the bars’ unique ability to to its total. risen 170 percent in the Brian Volker, who’s coordi- raises money for ARCW raise both awareness of Organizers at the greater Milwaukee area and nating Raising the Bar efforts the disease and dollars to AIDS Resource Center of 247 percent in other metro- at Woody’s, says young peo- In support of AIDS fight it. Begun in 2006, the Wisconsin, which benefits politan counties of Wisconsin ple’s general sense of invin- Resource Center “Witches’ Night Off” is fundraiser is open to all from AIDS Walk, aim to enlist over the last decade. cibility, which has been rein- of Wisconsin and 7 p.m., Aug. 2, in Cardinal LGBT and LGBT-friendly bars participation from at least 10 Perhaps not coincidentally, forced by medical progress, Broadway Cares, the Stritch University’s in the state. This year’s event bars this year and to raise Gospodarek says, younger has created apathy toward HIV. Broadway touring cast Nancy Kendall Theater, launched recently but is still a minimum of $25,000. To gay and bisexual men have “People in general just and crew of “Wicked” 6801 N. Yates Road, adding participants. (See side- date, the bars have raised become increasingly less aren’t paying attention the is performing a one- Milwaukee. Call 414- bar for a list of participating $179,041. involved in such events as way they used to,” he adds. night-only adult cabaret 225-1570 or e-mail bars, as well as contact infor- The bars are an “ideal” AIDS Walk. “(Raising the Bar) Volker is particularly trou- fundraiser at 7 p.m., Aug. shannon.malnory-silber- mation for joining the effort.) way to boost AIDS aware- is a way to pull them in to bled by online dating pro- 2., in Cardinal Stritch [email protected]. In addition to money ness, especially among young support the cause and to files in which men advertise University’s Nancy that participating bars raise gay and bisexual men, says understand that this is really that they’re HIV-positive but Kendall Theatre. through such activities as Tad Gospodarek, ARCW affecting the younger genera- want to have sex without Tickets are $25 or $50 for VIP tickets, which include drink specials, auctions, bingo, director of development. The tion of gay men more so than protection. “There’s different a dinner reception with the cast at Coa in Bayshore live performances and the overall rate of new HIV infec- any other specific age popu- strains out there,” he says. Town Center. sale of $1 Raising the Bar tions in Wisconsin climbed lation,” Gospodarek says. “Just because you’re already In addition to the show and dinner reception, the tags, fundraising is augmented 11 percent last year, and “The younger group – if it’s positive doesn’t mean you evening’s entertainment includes silent and live auctions. with a $5,000 challenge grant young men who have sex not put in front of them, it’s can’t get reinfected with a Bidders will vie for autographed items and show memo- from the Johnson and Pabst with men had the greatest not there,” says Steve Tucker, different strain or reinfect rabilia, as well as opportunities for a walk-on part in one performance of “Wicked” or a backstage chance to see Elphaba get “greenified.” The performances, theater space and dinner for the JOIN IN ON THE FUN! event are all being donated, which means beneficiaries will receive 100 percent of the money raised, said ARCW development director Tad Gospodarek. ARCW and Broadway Cares, the philanthropic arm of the Actors’ Equity Association, will each receive half of the proceeds. “Wicked” cast member Don Richards said the cast enjoys such fundraisers and finds them energizing, AIDS Walk Wisconsin despite having to do them on their only night off. “We takes place Sept. 19 really love our audiences and the cities we visit,” he said. on the lakefront at “This is a way to do something important for (them).” Milwaukee’s Summerfest While no specific fundraising goal has been set for the Grounds. For informa- event, Gospodarek hopes to exceed the $20,000 raised tion go to aidswalkwis. by “Witches’ Night Off” in Charlotte, N.C. + org. - Lucky Tomaszek

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“I believe what every- started, Brown declared, that displayed two nooses AIDS RESOURCE CENTER OF WISCONSIN one here is saying (is) that “We’re standing up for a and contained a biblical verse everyone should be treated great good. We’re standing proscribing death as punish- Excellence in HIV Health Care the same and that marriage up for the foundation of our ment for homosexuality. isn’t just for certain kinds of society – that marriage, the Fair Wisconsin and Call for an appointment: (414) 223-6800 or 800-359-8272 extension 6800 people,” said Lori of Madison, union between one man and Freedom to Marry launched who withheld her last name. one woman, is something an online petition drive call- “It needs to be for people worth fighting for.” ing on NOM to denounce who love each other, people Local traditional marriage the statement. who are committed.” advocates, including Bishop At the stop in Madison, “This affects me personally Robert Morlino and Julaine NOM touted its electoral vic- as a lesbian and a resident of Appling, chief executive offi- tories, including Wisconsin’s Wisconsin,” said Jackie Scott cer of the Wisconsin Family 2006 constitutional amend- of Madison. “I feel like this Council, also took turns at ment banning both same-sex is kind of important. It isn’t the podium in support of civil unions and marriage, as enough that the hate amend- NOM. All echoed the claim well as the narrowly passed ment passed, people from that same-sex marriage back- Proposition 8 in California, out of state have to come to ers were being “intolerant” which overturned that state’s our capital and rub salt in the and “hateful” toward them supreme court decision to wound.” and their message. Morlino extend marriage rights to Several politicians current- urged listeners to “pray to same-sex couples. Several ly vying for office attended open hearts and minds to see recent polls in California, the pro-equality rally. Henry marriage only between one however, indicate that pub- Sanders, who’s seeking the husband and one wife, with lic opinion has since shifted Democratic nomination for openness to children.” toward acceptance of gay lieutenant governor, collect- Brown referred to an inci- marriage. A lawsuit aimed at ed signatures for his petition dent from the tour’s stop in overturning Proposition 8, to overturn the state’s con- Providence, R.I., where his Perry v. Schwarzenegger, is stitutional ban on gay mar- group was met by protesters working its way through the riage. employing tactics that a NOM courts. “I’m here,” Sanders said, press release referred to as Coming tour dates for the “because I want to stand by “harassment and threats.” He Summer for Marriage tour all advocates and allies of said the overwhelming oppo- include: July 29 in St. Cloud, equality for all. I think mar- sition NOM has met on most Minn.; July 30 in Rochester, riage equality is a civil rights stops has only inspired them Minn.; Aug. 1 in Des Moines, issue, but I also think it’s more to “spread their mes- Iowa; Aug. 3 in Sioux City, economic. One of the things sage of respect for human Iowa; Aug. 5 in St. Louis; Aug. we have to do is make sure dignity and the importance 7 in Atlanta; Aug. 8 in Tampa, we’re not a state that’s about of marriage for children and Fla.; Aug. 10 in Raleigh, N.C.; Diverse Music discrimination. We want to society.” Aug. 11 in Charleston, W.Va.; recruit and retain the most Brown’s message reflected Aug. 13 in Harrisburg, Pa.; and for a Diverse city talented workforce.” a new tactic of the religious Aug. 15 in Washington, D.C. By the time the marchers right: borrowing language reached the Capitol, reciting from the Civil Rights move- – Lucky Tomaszek and Lisa www.radiomilwaukee.org such chants as “Get your ment to paint evangelicals Neff contributed to this story

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From AP Obama said at a White Part of the strategy for The administration is allo- in hard-hit developing coun- infection through such behav- and WiG Reports House reception honoring lowering new infections cating $30 million from the tries. That includes setting iors as unprotected sex. President Barack Obama people who fight HIV and relies on targeting HIV pre- massive health care overhaul specific targets and mandat- In one step toward reduc- says a new strategy for com- AIDS. “It will require a broad- vention efforts among the Congress passed earlier this ing coordination among dif- ing disparities in access to bating HIV and AIDS fulfills er effort to make life more highest-risk populations, year toward implementation ferent government agencies care, the Obama administra- America’s obligation to stop just and equitable.” which include gay and bisex- of the new plan. to guard against missteps and tion earlier this month real- the spread of the virus and While medical break- ual men as well as black Some AIDS activists criti- wasted, duplicated efforts. located $25 million to states will root out the inequities throughs have greatly Americans. cized the plan for not setting “We’ve never had that that have waiting lists for and attitudes it thrives on. improved the quality of life That means finding cre- more ambitious goals and for kind of coordinated, account- their AIDS Drug Assistance The strategy sets a goal of for the 1.1 million U.S. resi- ative ways to expand suc- not funding the benchmarks able effort to address AIDS in Programs, which provide reducing new infections by dents living with HIV, the cessful local programs that it lays out. America, and that’s what we treatment for the uninsured 25 percent during the next nation has struggled to lower help HIV-negative people stay “The president’s plan is so need,” Collins said. and underinsured. five years, getting treatment the rate of new infections. that way, as well as pro- flawed that it might actually There is a new HIV infec- The National Alliance for 85 percent of patients About 56,000 people in viding education and treat- represent a step backward tion every nine and a half of State & Territorial AIDS within three months of their the United States become ment for people who are in combating HIV and AIDS minutes in the United States. Directors reported that diagnosis, and increasing edu- infected with HIV each year, a living with HIV to reduce in the United States,” said But about one of every five more than 2,200 people in cation about the virus, even rate that has held steady for their chances of spreading Charles King, president of people living with HIV does 12 states were on waiting in communities with low about a decade. the virus, said Chris Collins Housing Works, a communi- not know it. lists for ADAP help as of last rates of infection. “We’ve been keeping pace of the Foundation for AIDS ty-based AIDS organization. Access to care plays a role week. “Fighting HIV/AIDS in when we should be gain- Research, one of the many The strategy aims to copy in prevention, too, because America and around the ing ground,” said Health and groups that advised admin- some of the steps credited the more virus in someone’s Check out more news world will require more Human Services Secretary istration officials on the new with spurring the success of a bloodstream, the easier it is and views online at than just fighting the virus,” Kathleen Sebelius. strategy. Bush-era policy to fight AIDS for that person to spread www.wisconsingazette.com

Did you know? In 2009 alone, Wisconsin experienced an 11-percent increase in the number of HIV infections – an all-time high. There are currently more than 7,000 people living with HIV infection in Wisconsin – an all-time high.

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MTV held a solid lead trayals of gay and trans- and HBO (26 percent), which and Cameron on ABC’s among 15 U.S. TV net- gender people that help all received a “Good” rat- “Modern Family” and the works for its representation Americans better understand ing. The report assigned a story line on Fox’s “Glee,” of gay characters last sea- and accept our communi- “Failing” grade to USA (4 where high school student son, according to a report ty,” said GLAAD president percent), A&E (3 percent) Kurt comes out as gay to released July 23. Jarrett Barrios. and TBS (2 percent). his father. In its fourth annual Among broadcast net- GLAAD reviewed all “When television net- Network Responsibility works, the CW was on top prime-time programming – works share real stories of Index, the Gay & Lesbian with 35 percent, while Fox totaling 4,787.5 hours – on our community, audiences Alliance Against Defamation ranked a close second with the major broadcast net- begin to see the common found that of MTV’s 207.5 30 percent. ABC, with 26 works between June 1, 2009, ground that we all share,” hours of original prime-time percent, got a “good” rating, and May 31, 2010. The study Barrios said. programming, 42 percent while NBC was “adequate” also examined all original In September, GLAAD included content reflecting with 13 percent. CBS’ 7 per- prime-time programming will release its annual report the lives of LGBT people. cent earned that network – 1,227.75 hours – on 10 evaluating gay, bisexual and This earned MTV the first- a “failing” grade from the prominent cable networks. transgender inclusion, and ever “excellent” rating from report. This included dramas, com- other diversity, among script- GLAAD. Scoring high on cable edies, unscripted fare and ed characters scheduled to “MTV programs like ‘The along with MTV were ABC newsmagazines. appear during the 2010-11 Real World’ and ‘America’s Family (37 percent), TNT (34 GLAAD noted, with season. GLAAD praised Fox TV’s “Glee” for its accurate Best Dance Crew’ have percent), Showtime (32 per- approval, the parenting roles portrayals of LGBT people. Chris Cofler (above) offered richly diverse por- cent), Lifetime (31 percent) played by gay couple Mitchell – AP plays gay teenager Kurt on the popular series.

and gun use penalties. halted any other proceedings. Trial in school slaying stalls Campbell, citing prior “Whatever happens in this delays in the case, refused trial, two young lives have By Lisa Neff motion July 19 seeking a new of Lawrence King at E.O. News reports indicated the defense’s request for a been lost to homophobia,” Staff writer judge in the case. The motion Green Junior High School in there was friction between delay in mid-July and set jury said Eliza Byard, executive The trial of a 15-year-old follows an order from Ventura Oxnard, Calif. the boys. King was gay, selection to begin July 20, director of the Gay, Lesbian facing a first-degree murder County Superior Court Judge Authorities say McInerney and there are claims that with pre-trial motions to be and Straight Education charge in the death of a Charles Campbell rejecting shot King in front of about McInerney is gay and feared heard July 19. Network. “One young per- classmate stalled before tes- the defense’s request for a 25 classmates in a science being outed. But the motion for the son is dead, and another gave timony began in a Ventura, trial delay to better prepare. lab. McInerney was 14 at the McInerney, if convicted, judge’s dismissal, which up his future by murdering a Calif., courtroom. McInerney is being pros- time of the shooting. King could face 53 years to life alleges that McInerney and classmate so no one would Attorneys for defendant ecuted as an adult in the was 15, and died of a gunshot in prison. The prosecution is his attorneys can’t get fair say he was gay.” Brandon McInerney filed a February 2008 shooting wound to the head. seeking enhanced hate crime treatment from Campbell, www.wisconsingazette.com

Hawaii groups “buycott.” It is in response a questionnaire and an evalu- launch to calls to boycott Hawaii ation by an advisory board ‘buycott’ tourism in the wake of Gov. composed of members of Did you know? Three Hawaii groups Linda Lingle’s July 6 veto of Pride Alliance Hawaii. that support civil unions legislation that would have The alliance, Gay and Gay men accounted for 68 perdent are launching a campaign to permitted same- and oppo- Lesbian Connection for Me of all new HIV cases reported encourage consumers to buy site-gender couples to form and the Lesbian and Gay in Wisconsin in 2009. from companies that also civil unions. Businesses of Hawaii are back civil unions. The effort lists Hawaii coordinating the campaign. The campaign is dubbed a businesses that score well on – L.N. 16 WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010

Got news? Tell us International gaze [email protected]. Argentina legalizes gay marriage in historic vote By Michael Warren more attractive destination. having access to health care, will need to live in Argentina Argentina’s dictatorship years especially outside the capital, AP Writer But it also carries political to leave a pension, to leave before becoming eligible, ago, and urged their fellow remain firmly opposed to gay Argentina became the first risks for Fernandez and her our assets to the people with and the necessary residency senators to show the world marriage, and while the presi- Latin American nation to husband, former President whom we have shared many documents can take months how much Argentina has dent’s confrontation with the legalize gay marriage earlier Nestor Kirchner. The vote years of life, including our to obtain. matured. “Society has grown Roman Catholic Church may this month, granting same- divided their governing coali- children,” she said. The approval came despite up. We aren’t the same as play well in the socially liberal sex couples all the legal tion, and while gay rights The 33-27 Senate vote was a concerted campaign by we were before,” Sen. Daniel Buenos Aires, the vote may rights, responsibilities and have strong support in the tallied shortly before dawn, the Roman Catholic Church Filmus said. encourage fissures in her rul- protections that marriage capital, anti-gay feelings after a marathon debate that and evangelical groups, Same-sex civil unions have ing coalition. brings to heterosexuals. still run strong in much of touched on religion, ethics, which drew 60,000 people been legalized in Uruguay and Some opposition lead- The law’s passage – a pri- Argentine society, where the the legacy of Argentina’s dic- to march on Congress and some states in Mexico and ers accused Fernandez and ority for President Cristina vast majority of people are tatorship and the challenges urged parents in churches Brazil, and the Colombian Kirchner of trying to gain Fernandez’s government Roman Catholic. of raising children. There and schools to work against Constitutional Court has votes in next year’s presiden- – has inspired activists to “From today onward, were three abstentions. Since passage. Cardinal Jorge Mario granted same-sex cou- tial elections, when Kirchner push for similar laws in other Argentina is a more just and the lower house already Bergoglio led the campaign, ples inheritance rights and is expected to run again. countries and a wave of gay democratic country,” said approved it, the law took saying that “children need to allowed them to add their weddings are expected in Maria Rachid, president of effect within days. have the right to be raised partners to health insurance Buenos Aires. Some gay busi- the Argentine Lesbian, Gay, Gays and lesbians who and educated by a father and plans. BRIEFS ness leaders are predicting Bisexual and Transgender have already found Buenos a mother.” Mexico City went even an economic ripple effect federation. Aires to be a welcoming Opponents of gay mar- further, not only legalizing from an increase in tourism The law “not only recog- place to live will likely rush riage proposed a civil-union gay marriage but launching a 18 slain at among gays and lesbians who nizes the rights of our fami- to the altar, but same-sex law instead that would have tourism campaign to encour- birthday party will see Argentina as an even lies, but also the possibility of couples from other countries barred gays from adopting or age foreigners to come and An attack July 18 on a undergoing in-vitro fertiliza- wed. Two weeks ago, Mexico gay-themed birthday party in tion to have children, and City officials offered a free the northern Mexican city of enabled any civil servant to honeymoon in Mexico to the Torreon has left 18 people “conscientiously object” to first gay couple to wed under dead and more than a dozen register gay couples. In the the new Argentine law. injured, police say. Don’t just smile – Sparkle! end, parliamentary maneu- Argentina doesn’t allow Gunmen sprayed bullets at vers kept the Senate from non-resident foreigners to revelers after storming the voting on civil unions as the tie the knot, but it is likely to party inside a walled gar- David A. Paris, DDS, SC government bet all or noth- draw more gay tourists who den in the city in Coahuila ing on the more politically already contribute millions state, across the border from difficult option of marriage. to the country’s economy, Texas. The final vote split both said Pablo De Luca, found- Drug gangs are fighting the governing coalition and er of the Gay and Lesbian over the region, which is a Cosmetic & the opposition, with lawmak- Chamber of Commerce in key transit point along smug- ers on both sides saying they Buenos Aires. gling routes into the United went with their convictions. “The fact that we are the States. General Dentistry Sen. Juan Perez Alsina, usu- first country in Latin America The attackers drove up to ally a loyal supporter of the that respects the rights of the party, taking place in the president, called marriage the gay community by law open but within the grounds between a man and a woman sends a solid message that of a recreation center, before 414-272-7747 “essential for the preserva- makes Argentina even more opening fire on those pres- Downtown Milwaukee tion of the species.” attractive,” said De Luca, who ent with a machine-gun, But others compared estimates that 18 percent of reports said. 601 N. Broadway the discrimination closeted the tourists who come to The victims, aged between (corner of Broadway & Michigan) gays face to the oppres- Argentina are gay or lesbian. 20 and 38, included the gay sion millions suffered under Still, many Argentines, man who was celebrating his birthday. “They came in, opened fire and shot against everything DON'T MISS... that moved,” an official at the Coahuila prosecutor’s office THE DOG WASH: You wash, we wash or call ahead for Professional Grooming. told Reuters news agency. THE BARKER LOUNGE: Enjoy delicious Alterra Coffee, relax with your dog, The same source said the surf the net, find the finest supplies for your pup! attackers had pulled up at the venue of the birthday party in five 4x4s, smashing down Come see us in Bayside! a door to reach the walled garden where the party was 326 W. Brown Deer Road being held. Just east of Sendik's A source within the state 414-DOG-WASH police department told AFP 3 6 4 - 9 2 7 4 news agency that witnesses had reported hearing the group yell “kill them all” Join our mailing list! www.communitybark.net before opening fire. – From WiG and AP reports WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010 17 United Nations Gays march in Poland to demand accredits longtime equality Thousands of gays and lesbians from around Europe LGBT group marched through Poland’s capital July 17 to demand equal rights and more tolerance in this heavily Roman By Lisa Neff should not be silenced, and Catholic nation. Staff writer that human rights cannot be The parade, part of the EuroPride gay rights festival, The International Gay denied on the basis of sexual was meant to give a boost to the fledgling gay rights and Lesbian Human Rights orientation or gender iden- movement in Poland. Gay rights were strongly repressed Commission won a hard- tity.” during the Communist era, and gays and lesbians have fought campaign and secured The vote means IGLHRC struggled since Communism fell 20 years ago for accep- accreditation July 19 from formally will participate in tance in a society still strongly influenced by the church. the United Nations. UN meetings, submit state- “We feel like they are 20 years behind the Netherlands,” The UN Economic and ments and collaborate with said Ad Bakker, a 39-year-old from Holland who traveled Social Council, which serves the UN and member gov- to Warsaw to show solidarity with Polish friends. “But as the main UN forum for ernments on human rights the atmosphere is good and we hope that EuroPride international economic and issues. will help.” Photo: dontca ll m e i k k e / D o m i n i k a Komender via fl i c k r social issues, voted 23 – 13 in “IGLHRC’s access to the An initial police estimate put the number of partici- Marchers in the gay Pride parade in Warsaw, favor of a U.S.-led resolution UN means that we too will pants at 8,000. Poland, earlier this month. to grant consultative status have greater access to inter- to IGLHRC, the 10th orga- national human rights mecha- nization working on LGBT nisms that can prove invalu- Africa and the Philippines, mental organizations from 59 ECOSOC stated, “Diversity White House issued a state- issues to gain such status at able to LGBT people’s lives,” began the application pro- countries. of civil society at the United ment from President Barack the United Nations. said Frank Mugisha of Sexual cess about three years ago Support also came from Nations is essential to Obama. “I welcome this “Today’s decision is an Minorities Uganda. and had recently received the U.S. government. UN respecting, protecting and important step forward for affirmation that the voices “We celebrate this deci- a “no action” vote from a Ambassador Susan Rice promoting the human rights human rights. … The UN was of lesbian, gay, bisexual and sion,” said Toni Reis of the subcommittee involved with endorsed IGLHRC’s appli- of all people and to achieving founded on the premise that transgender people have a Brazilian group Associacao the initial review. Johnson cation, as did 14 members sustainable peace and human only through mutual respect, place at the United Nations Brasileira de Lesbicas, said IGLHRC faced deferrals, of the U.S. House and four security. Please do not allow diversity and dialogue can as part of a vital civil society Gays, Bissexuais, Travestis e homophobic questioning and members of the Senate, the voices of marginalized the international community community,” said IGLHRC Transexuais. procedural roadblocks in its including John Kerry, who people to be silenced by dis- effectively pursue justice and executive director Cary Alan IGLHRC, which oper- push for accreditation. chairs the Senate Committee crimination and procedural equality,” the statement said. Johnson. “The clear message ates offices in the United But support came from on Foreign Relations. roadblocks.” here is that these voices States, Argentina, South more than 200 non-govern- A congressional letter to Following the vote, the www.wisconsingazette.com

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WiGOUT!Wisconsin Gazette entertainment Etheridge: ‘Fearless is a path’

By Harry Cherkinian formed bald-pated at the Contributing writer 2005 Grammy Awards, paying tribute to the late Janis Joplin. here are Etheridge’s brand of a lot of fearlessness is particularly n u m b e r s impressive in today’s volatile i n v o l v e d social climate, where right- in Melissa wingers are inclined to hold a Etheridge’s bonfire and burn the record- career: one ings of performers who Academy Award; one Juno speak out against the status AwardT (Canada); one ASCAP quo. (Remember the Dixie Songwriter of the Year Chicks and a certain for- Award; two Grammy Awards; mer president of the United 15 Grammy nominations; States?) 11 studio albums; 14 million “Fearless is a path, it’s not recordings sold in the United a destination,” Etheridge said. States and over 25 million “If you’re out, you’re fearless. worldwide. If you don’t have fear, then There are also some vital you’re filled up with love. numbers in her personal Love can change the world. life: one extended bout with And that’s what we need to breast cancer; two former do. We’re all going to be OK.” spouses; and four children Etheridge came out in (two boys and two girls). Add January 1993 at the Triangle in, of course, the millions Ball, an LGBT celebration of of LGBT people worldwide President Bill Clinton’s first who consider Etheridge an inauguration. Since then, iconic LGBT-rights activist. she’s been in two domes- But on the afternoon when tic partnerships – and messy WiG spoke with her, eight breakups. Court proceed- was probably the number ings between Etheridge and uppermost on Etheridge’s her ex grabbed headlines on mind. That’s how many inter- July 16 when she accused views she’d already conduct- Michaels of using their kids as ed that day in advance of “pawns” in their battle over her concert tour to support spousal support. “Fearless Love,” her latest Still, Etheridge remains release. The tour comes to a firm believer in legaliz- The Riverside in Milwaukee ing same-sex marriage. The on Aug. 11. absence of marriage laws for Despite all this and the same-sex couples has com- Melissa Etheridge performs at 8 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 11, at the Riverside Theater. Call 414-286- ongoing stress of her bitter plicated her relationships, 3663 or go to www.pabsttheater.org. split with wife Tammy Lynn Etheridge said. Michaels, Etheridge’s voice “You need gay marriage Part of the balancing act well-known lesbian record In Milwaukee, Etheridge really starting to recognize was brimming with energy to have gay divorce,” she during her upcoming tour is label Olivia Records passed will perform her hits as well my audiences.” and enthusiasm. “I’m healthi- explained. “You want things in having her two older children on her (she still has the her new material, which has Etheridge said she’s aim- er than I’ve ever been in my place, and we need to under- – Bailey Jean, 13, and Beckett, rejection letter). a much rockier feel to it – a ing for an entirely new type entire life,” she said. stand that it’s not about 11 – accompany her. Although Etheridge return to who she is musi- of audience in 2011, when At 49, Melissa Lou dressing up and ceremonies. recorded her debut in 1988, cally as well as personally. she’ll begin work on a rock Etheridge still puts her heart It’s a legal process.” Kansas to it was “Brave and Crazy,” “It’s a culmination of learn- ‘n’ roll musical, penning both fearlessly into everything she Being a well-known per- Broadway her second release, that ing from all the other tours the music and lyrics. Her col- does, whether it’s the confes- former complicates rela- A native of Leavenworth, brought her first hit – “Bring before,” she said. “I looked laborator is longtime friend sional lyrics of her songs or tionships both for straight Kansas, Etheridge first picked Me Some Water” – and a around and saw how many and producer Linda Wallem her political activism. When and gay couples, according up a guitar at age 8. By the Grammy nomination. By that people want to come see (producer and writer of California banned same- to Etheridge. “We still have time she was a teenager, she time, Etheridge already was me. I thought, ‘Maybe I can Showtime’s “Nurse Jackie). sex marriage in November the same hardships, with one was playing in all-male coun- attracting the attention of just enjoy myself (this time “I’m gay! I like show 2008 with the passage of being away (touring) and one try music groups. Her deter- other artists with her raspy around).’” tunes!” Etheridge exclaimed, Proposition 8, Etheridge at home with the kids,” she mination to perform her own vocals and mix of rock, folk “The difference with this a smile in her voice. “Seeing refused to pay taxes as an act said. songs kept her going, despite and pop styling. (U2’s lead tour is confidence,” she that rock ‘n’ roll can be of civil disobedience. Rather “I love performing and I her first attempt – and rejec- singer Bono can be heard added. “The new stuff is embraced, it’ll be a totally than remain in seclusion dur- love family. It’s finding a bal- tion – in getting signed to a playing harmonica on “Brave exciting, and I enjoy every new story, a rock opera. I ing chemotherapy, she per- ance.” record label. Ironically the and Crazy”). song I play. And shoot! I’m hope they love it.” 20 WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010 Rufus Wainwright returns to The Pabst

begin by offering my sincerest condolences on your mother’s ON STAGE passing. Rufus Wainwright per- Interview Rufus Wainwright: Thank forms Aug. 10 at the Gregg Shapiro you. Pabst Theater, 144 E. GS: I had the honor of inter- Wells. Multi-talented out per- viewing her for “The McGarrigle former Rufus Wainwright Hour,” the 1998 disc on which has returned with “All Days you also performed. It’s being your more classical side, as you Are Nights: Songs for Lulu” reissued in a vinyl edition. Are do on “All Days Are Nights”? (Decca), his first studio you involved with that project? RW: I think that it defi- album of new material since RW: Well, I am in spirit nitely ensures that the album 2007’s “Release the Stars.” and historically. But that’s will be made and that there He’s been keeping busy pro- really Anna McGarrigle’s ter- won’t be too much interfer- fessionally in between, releas- ritory at the moment. I’m ence, which I did experience ing a pair of concert albums really happy that it’s com- a little bit of before on Geffen and working on his opera ing out. I think it’s a fantas- and Interscope. It was such a “Prima Donna.” tic album. I do intend, along pop label. But on the other Personally, Wainwright has with Martha (Wainwright’s hand, a huge major label is a been dealing with his mother singer/songwriter sister), to huge major label. When you Kate McGarrigle’s illness and further my mother’s legacy get a project out with one death earlier this year. The down the line, for sure. But of those companies, you do melancholy and emotional at the moment, we’re just have a lot more power and “All Days Are Nights” is trying to get our act together it goes a lot further. I think at reflective of his loss. Possibly in general (laughs). There is a the end of the day, it works Wainwright’s least accessible void. But it’s great that that’s out to be about the same. release, it is nevertheless well coming out. You’re on a nice little label Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care Communities worth the investment of time GS: “All Days Are Nights: where you can do what you and psychic energy. A sort of Songs For Lulu” and your pre- want, but they can’t push it C o u rt e s y G e ff e n R e c o r d s mourner’s prayer, the album vious release, the live album as hard as someone who has Rufus Wainwright recorded the CD/DVD “Milwaukee At Last!” at The also finds a way to celebrate “Milwaukee at Last!,” are more might. Pabst, which he calls “a magical place.” life, which is much to the released domestically on Decca. GS: “All Days Are Nights” credit of his bountiful talents. Does being on Decca give you includes both a song from your selections from your collabora- ‘The music your concert tour includes a Gregg Shapiro: I want to license or freedom to pursue opera “Prima Donna” and three tion with Robert Wilson. With return to The Pabst Theater, so much from which to choose, where “Milwaukee At Last!” was mirrors what’s how did you go about selecting recorded. How was that venue what to include on “All Days Are going on in chosen for the live CD and DVD Nights”? – and did you always intend to RW: That group of songs, my soul. I’m return again to perform? “All Days Are Nights” – in heavy-duty RW: Yes! That theater, INDEPENDENCE • INDIVIDUALITY • DIGNITY • CHOICE • PRIVACY they’re all flowers from a specifically, has been a real garden that I’ve been growing mourning. I’m milestone for me in terms for at least 20 years. … I had of both maintaining a strong- to squeeze my artistic sensi- going through hold in middle America and Let us help you bilities to the max in order also bringing back a kind of to come up with this rarified the motions European, sophisticated sen- with the mix of material. There wasn’t sibility that I think once exist- a lot of sifting through songs. of grief but ed in America, throughout I knew that these were the the country, which that the- songs of a lifetime, so I had to artistically.’ ater embodies. It’s a magical put them all together. place. Also, I have to say that GS: “Martha” and “Zebulon” the owners of that theater are among your most deeply are just wonderful – they’re personal compositions. What a great family. That really has was it like exposing yourself to be supported in this day through your work? and age. RW: Probably due to the GS: You gave a memorable fact that I am a musician first Days Are Nights” had an effect performance in the 2005 and secondly a lyricist, my on your live performances? movie “Heights.” Are there any lyrics have to be really, really RW: If anything, it mir- upcoming movie roles? potent. They come with an rors what’s really going on RW: (There is) nothing ounce of blood, shall we say in my soul. I’m in heavy-duty set yet. But if they come to Assisted Living (laughs)? I think I get some mourning, and when I get out me with a good offer, I may and Memory Care Communities really good ideas and they’re there and I have to master accept. I’m not saying that I most effective when they’re these treacherous composi- don’t want to act. But I would

closest to my personal life tions and get from one end say that it is a little bit spooky Menomonee Falls • Eau Claire and there’s a certain truth to the other without being how many music people do that shines through there. cute, because that’s what I’m go into that field. I guess West Allis • Monona I have to do that in order doing with this album. It’s a there’s a reason for it. But I’m to maintain my ability as a very serious show. I’m just battling opera at the moment. For tours and information, please contact us at songwriter. going through the motions of GS: Battle on! GS: Has the raw, emotional grief, but artistically. RW: Hollywood will have (414) 302-9700 • www.heritagesenior.com tone of the material on “All GS: One of the stops on to wait! WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010 21 art GAzE ‘New Media’ provokes unanswered questions

By Kat Murrell images, and often sound, with take over. Contributing writer a variety of techniques and Sit in the large leather New media. It speaks to outcomes. chair in the corner and feel the future, it screams cutting- Stephen Hilyard’s like you’re observing a play of edge, high-tech, clean and “Morning Glory” is shown life come back from the dead. streamlined. And now you on a flat screen television The narrative is vague and can see it in a 100-year-old that sits atop a sideboard not necessarily related to the mansion. in the elegant formal din- actual history of the room, The current exhibition at ing room. This reveals that but it does evoke medita- the Charles Allis Art Museum even artwork shares such tions on a bedroom before it features five contemporary quotidian problems as where became a museum piece. It’s Wisconsin artists whose to stow those unattractive a must-see in this season’s work is cleverly, successfully remote controls. Here, they art installations. inserted among the furnish- sit incongruously in front of The ideas behind new ings and art treasures of this the screen, a digital montage media are fun and even sexy former family home. The new unfolds before us and we in the way artists deploy media works enliven rooms journey into the heart of techniques and technologies. on the first floor that are the eponymous flower. Then Combining these elements usually reserved for the per- things get really trippy in a C o u rt e s y C h a r l e s a L L i s A rt M u s e u m . with the antique setting manent collection. charming, idyllic countryside “New Media” is at the Charles Allis Art Museum, 1801 N. Prospect Ave., opens up all sorts of pos- This strategy is a great inspired by Messien china – through Sept. 15. Above, a detail from James Barany’s “Libera Me Stereo.” sibilities. antidote to the so-called an Asian landscape replete Yet, the messages to the “white cube syndrome” that with a pagoda, and imagina- Jill Casid’s installation in the tures on a phone (or the like) and murky explorations of viewer remain murky; what often plagues gallery spaces tive points beyond. library spans recent decades seem poised to convey infor- place, history and memory. are the definitive statements by showing art as inhabit- James Barany is fittingly with a juxtaposition of quint- mation – this is our vacation, These works have the most behind these constructions? ing living space. But more showcased in the sitting essential technologies. The this is my friend Beth, this is conventional character in There is little curatorial guid- than that, it makes sense. The room, where the grand piano advent of the Polaroid was a our dog? terms of contemporary art, ance on this matter. The wall works in this show carry suggests a room of musi- breakthrough in instant grati- In Casid’s installation, there and they occupy rooms that text is essentially each artist’s on dialogues between the cal enjoyment. The music fication and allowed users to is a dance between nostalgia lack the richness of histori- statement, and these tend present and past. Less poeti- in this case is provided by avoid the weeklong wait to and information as multiple cal decorations, furniture and to be declarations geared cally, they suggest what life Barany, who sings with the get pictures back from the images vie for attention. The knickknacks to act as coun- toward the specialized art would be like if the Allis fam- Florentine Opera in addi- local Photomat. Today, they Polaroids, in contrast to the terpoints. world rather than the public ily shared our fixation with tion to his work as an art- are undeniably quaint. changing iPod slideshows, In contrast, Chele Isaac’s at large. having TVs in nearly every ist. Stereoscopic images, a Casid pairs Polaroids with seem fundamentally tangible “Listing Towards, Falling The exhibition leaves one room. favorite entertainment of the suites of images on an array and lasting, while their coun- Away,” installed in the master with thoughts more about There seems to be a con- 19th century, are blended as of iPods, illuminating how terparts have the fragility of bedroom suite, doesn’t just the methods of delivery than sensus here that new media digital images with recordings differently we can look at digital obsolescence, easily take advantage of the setting an overarching meaning of means using electricity in of Barany’s vocals and pre- pictures. Is a still photo more erased from memory. but transcends it. The walls the exhibition. some form. Each artist incor- sented in complex wooden apt to invite contemplation Upstairs, video dominates. dissolve into a sunset sea- porates moving or changing contraptions. and a critical eye? Do pic- Sabine Gruffat offers moody scape and from there, ghosts www.wisconsingazette.com

upcoming fundraiser, called lation “Agristocracy” in the at work.” The paintings and “Exposure,” on Aug. 4. The Windows on 5th Gallery, sculptures chronicle the his- event is in a warehouse at which is part of RAM. tory of industry and labor, Artwatch 234 Florida, just east of the Eskuche is a glass artist who from farming to the intro- Debra Brehmer Iron Horse Hotel. There will casts large piles of garbage duction of the steam engine be music, food, drink and or “trash” out of Italian glass. and on. a silent auction including Curator Lena Vigna will talk It’s a quirky notion for The Milwaukee Art great photographs donated about this new work at 7 p.m. a museum of this size to Museum’s special inter- by Jen Davis, Brian Ulrich and Summer is the time to have such a narrow focus, est group, the Photography Jonathan Gitelson, among be downtown and to do and one might question the Council, is growing at an many others. There will also things out of our normal man-at-work focus here. accelerated pace of late. Along be a Slideslam featuring routines, such as visit the Didn’t women work too? with the city’s other photog- projected “favorite pictures city’s least well-known art But if one can ignore that, raphy group, The Coalition you’ve taken this year” – museum – The Grohmann one could view this museum of Photographic Arts, one images submitted by the pub- Museum, 1000 N. Broadway, as something of a gay para- would think Milwaukee was lic. Call 224-3284 for infor- on the Milwaukee School of dise (admission is $5). There turning into a photo hotbed. mation. Cost of the event is Engineering campus. It hous- are bare-chested, hunky men Lots of good things have $50 in advance, $60 at the es Eckhard G. Grohmann’s everywhere, sweating in steel P h oto : C ourtesy Photo g r a p h y C o u n c i l come out of this emerging door, which includes dinner. personal collection of more mills, smelting iron, working XCaliber network of collectors, artists On Aug. 6, the Racine than 800 works from a 400- in the fields, reeling in the and enthusiasts. If you want Art Museum is free on First year span. Uniquely, all of the fishing nets. The current exhi- Richard Lorenz, Robert van rowed from the Museum of to climb on board, attend Fridays. Artist Matt Eskuche works are thematically con- bition features working men Neumann, Gerrit Sinclair and Wisconsin Art in West Bend the Photography Council’s will unveil his new instal- nected to the subject “man from Wisconsin, with art by John Steuart Curry – all bor- and on view through Aug, 20. 22 WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010 lifestyle GAzE Luxury, nature reward guests at Sundara Spa By Anne Siegel Guests often sandstone body polish. 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Presenting Sponsor WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010 23 Theater GAzE ‘Wicked’ flies high on talent and effects Witch of the North. The story references on stage Dorothy before and dur- “Wicked” runs Review ing her travels through Oz, through Aug. 8 at the HARRY CHERKINIAN where it turns out that all Marcus Center for is not well. The Wizard is a the Performing Arts, It’s got amazing special corrupt public official (what 929 N. Water St. For effects, catchy show-stopping else is new?) and Elphaba more information, call tunes, a multi-talented cast suffers discrimination due to the Marcus Center box and costumes and lighting her skin color. office, 414-273-7206 or and sets that dazzle the eyes. The plot is complex and, go to www.marcuscen- Oh my! at times, confusing – with ter.org. It’s “Wicked,” the award a number of subplots: Both winning Broadway musical witches love the same man. that tells the story of the two Animals can speak and Gravity” and “For Good,” witches of Oz and how they there’s a subversive politi- the beautiful ballad about the got there. So catch a ride on cal attempt to silence them. bond of enduring friendship. a flying broomstick (or flying Elphaba’s sister is confined But it is the two actress- monkey) to see another side to a wheelchair. And their es who inhabit the witches’ to the Emerald City. father, the governor of Oz, roles that make “Wicked” “Wicked,” based on the likes sis best. worth the effort. Amid a tal- 1995 novel by Gregory Fortunately, the show’s ented ensemble of actors, Maguire, focuses on the rela- songs, acting and special Vicki Noon captures the Photo: Joan M a r c u s tionship between Elphaba, effects more than make up heart of the audience as “Wicked” stars Natalie Daradich and Vicki Noon. who is green-skinned at birth, for the muddle. Stephen Elphaba, her outward appear- an outsider at school and Schwartz (“Godspell,” ance disappearing into an nation. As Glinda, Natalie against the background of you, I have been changed for the future Wicked Witch of “Pippin”) has created some inner strength and a vocal Daradich is a comical delight growing discord in Oz. good.” And in way, so has the the West, and Galinda, who memorable tunes, especial- prowess that rises above the to watch – her impish, cutesy As both witches sing to audience seeing this magical becomes Glinda – the Good ly the Act 1 finale “Defying ever-present din of discrimi- moves providing comic relief each other, “because I knew production.

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Besides, it’s Contributing writer “C” is for Cafe La Scala, a seat alongside 1813 E. the appearance and freshness Here we are, right in the with the pizzas and panini Kenilworth and commence that counts. middle of al fresco dining sea- you expect from the Italian people watching. “N” is for North Shore son. Why not take full advan- name. Seating in the quaint “I” is for an Irish pub Bistro. A Friday fish fry, tage of Milwaukee’s many courtyard is a must at 631 E. named Harp at 113 E. Juneau. Sunday night jazz and a cute sidewalk-dining opportuni- Chicago. All it takes is the three Bs: outdoor dining area at 8649 ties and experience a beauti- “D” is for Dogg Haus, burgers, beer and a bench N. Port Washington make a ful view, a charming ambiance, because dining al fresco seat. great weekend spot. fascinating clientele and, of doesn’t have to be expensive “J” is for John’s, the Tosa “O” is for Ouzo Café, course, great food and ser- or fancy. It just has to be sandwich shop that is an where you can pretend your vice? good, and the Chicago-style institution. Since 1963, folks are in Athens with classic, Consider the following al hot dogs are perfection. Four have been enjoying the affordable Greek dishes, all fresco choices, from A to Z: locations: 1433 E. Brady, 1633 squares a day on the patio at of which are completely “A” is for Alterra. Alterra W. Wells, 318 E. Wisconsin or 8913 W. North. homemade. One taste of the is ubiquitous, but none com- 3116 N Downer. “K” is for The Knick, tzatziki sauce and you’ll for- pare to the location at 2999 “E” is for Eagan’s, because where the high style never get that you’re at 776 N. N. Humboldt. An old steel seafood never tastes better overwhelms the substance of Milwaukee. pergola provides a shady than it does with water in elegant food, simply prepared “P” is for Palomino, an old- respite in a spacious court- view, even if it’s only 1030 and served with panache at school tavern from the folks yard. Relax with or without Water St. 1030 E. Juneau. behind Fuel and Comet. The your dog at your side and “F” is for Fratello’s “L” is for La Fuente. It old school tavern at 2491 S. people watch while enjoying Waterfront, with a board- could be the fountains and Superior specializes in lots of the fair trade coffee or tea walk dining space that colorful tile or the deli- deep fried stuff and has some and nibble on treats made accommodates 100-plus din- cious margaritas, but you’ll vegan fare as well. from locally grown ingredi- ers at 102 N. Water, just feet swear you’re in an authen- “Q” is for the queen you’ll ents. from Milwaukee River. tic Mexican courtyard, even feel like on Brocach’s rooftop Roots Restaurant and cellar “B” is for Barnacle Bud’s, “G” is for Good Life, though you’re at 625 S. Fifth. lounge while enjoying Irish which has a patio that seems where the Caribbean arrives “M” is for Molly Cool’s fare from what appears to be plenty of vegetarian options perched along the RiverWalk to float on the bank of the at 1935 N. Water on a large Fish Café, 1110 N Old World a castle overlooking Water there’s something for every- at 249 N. Water offers some Kinnickinnic River in Bay patio filled with umbrella- Third. Sure the sushi and Street and the Milwaukee one on the vast menu. of the best views of the city. View. The tin roof makes covered tables. oysters aren’t local, but if River at 1850 N. Water. There’s nothing like a cold “X” is for xenophobia: the even rainy days a great time “H” is for Hotch-A-Do, you squint your eyes and “R” is for Ristorante Indian beer on the patio to only reason not to enjoy to sit and watch life drift by a café specializing in locally- look at the Milwaukee River Bartolotta. How could you make a hot summer night the international influences discuss dining in Milwaukee more bearable. that flavor the menu at Soup and not mention a Bartolotta “U” is for upstairs at Roots Brothers at 209 W. Florida in place? The “cucina rustica,” at Restaurant and Cellar, 1818 Walker’s Point. 7616 W. State in Wauwatosa, N. Hubbard. The two-tiered “Y” is for The Yard and features traditional, simple restaurant offers fine dining its enormous outdoor patio foods that Italian families above with a terrace over- adjoining the Iron Horse time enjoy in their homes. looking the city. The lower Hotel in Walker’s Point. It’s “S” is for Swig, a small plates level, also high above the far from sedate with the joint at 217 N. Broadway. For rest of town, offers a more soaring cables of the Sixth those of you with a heartier casual environment in which Street Viaduct Bridge and the time remembered appetite, check out the spe- to enjoy the organic fare. occasional freight train pass- cialty entrees, salads and des- “V” is for Vecchio, where ing by, but 500 W. Florida isn’t serts. A full bar makes this an there’s fondue and focaccia, the place to be heard. It’s the outdoor oasis in the heart of and cheese on just about place to be seen. Third Ward. everything at 1137 N. Old “Z” is for Zarletti. This “T” is for Taste of India World Third on a beautifully Juneau Town hot spot offers at 17800 W. Bluemound in maintained patio. rustic Italian fare on its Brookfield. Moderate prices, “W” is for Water Buffalo, street-side patio at 741 N. approachable Indian fare and with a two-story terrace Milwaukee.

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‘Inception’ (Warner Brothers) Written and directed by Christopher Nolan (“Memento,” “The Dark Knight”), “Inception” is about the business of dreams – dreams and the money that can be made by influencing the other people’s dreams. Dom Cobb (Leonardo “OUTRAGEOUSLY FUNNY.” DiCaprio), a sought-after A.O. SCOTT dream extractor, is dealing with a living nightmare. He’s under suspicion in the death of his fellow dream-weaving wife Mal (Marion Cotillard) “FUNNY, SMART & and unable to gain access to OVERFLOWING his surviving children. Cutthroat businessman WITH LOVE. THOROUGHLY Saito (Ken Watanabe) makes ENTERTAINING.” Cobb a business proposition BETSY SHARKEY that will clear Cobb’s name, if it succeeds. It sounds like a dream come true. But the job doesn’t involve dream extraction. It’s a case of “EXUBERANT. inception, implanting an idea into someone’s dreams. It’s a A HEARTWARMING LOOK difficult and dangerous pro- cess. AT MODERN FAMILIES.” Cobb accepts the challenge MICHELLE KUNG and assembles his dream team, if you will. Right-hand man Arthur (Joseph Gordon- C o u rt e s y p h oto Levitt), forger Eames (Tom “Salt.” Hardy) and architect Ariadne (Ellen Page). Then he sets After spending two years in Breathtaking and bombastic, about making contact with captivity in North Korea, CIA “Salt” seasons the audience, his subject, Robert (Cillian agent Evelyn Salt (Angelina leaving us hanging, waiting for Murphy), the reluctant heir Jolie) is back at work in Evelyn’s inevitable return. to a major corporation. Washington, D.C. She’s living Here the work begins, in the U Street corridor with not only for Cobb’s team, German national husband MIA WASIKOWSKA JOSH HUTCHERSON Nic and Jules had the perfect family, but also the audience. Fight Mike (August Diehl) and until they met the man who made it all possible. sequences that go on far dog Burt. She gets on well too long, threaten to bog with co-worker Ted (Liev things down. And there’s a Schreiber). Everything seems lot to digest here, and one’s to be fine. MUST capacity to suspend disbelief But the arrival of Orlov LIST is challenged. But it’s also (Daniel Olbrychski), a mys- rewarded with spectacular terious former high-ranking KidsAreAllRightMovie.com visual effects that stay with KGB agent throws Evelyn’s you long after the movie world into a tailspin. Is she ends. really, as he says, Chenkov, a “Inception” is a dream- Soviet-trained spy and kill- come-true for fans of action/ ing machine whose unful- fantasy films for taking the filled mission includes the genre to a whole new level. assassination of the Russian president, the devastation of ‘Salt’ Muslim cultural centers and FOLLOW US! (Columbia) total Russian world domina- As if to remind us that tion? We’re Russia and its citizens remain After countless cunning a threat to the well-being stunts, mounting body count, @wigazette of the planet (see also: “The dozens of daring escapes, EXCLUSIVE ENGAGEMENTS NOW PLAYING on Twitter. MOBILE USERS: For Showtimes – Text KIDS with your ZIP CODE to 43KIX (43549) Girl Who Played With Fire”), buckets of betrayals and obvious sequel-setup “Salt” action sequence after action Tell us what “family” means to you! Go to Family-Is.com sets teeth chattering with its sequence, we realize that, like or Facebook.com/TheKidsAreAllRight and share your definition of Cold War revival mentality. Evelyn, we are being set up. “family” through a photo, video or story. RIVENDELL MEDIA Milwaukee Wisconsin Gezette Trim: 4.68" x 10.7" Issue Date: Thursday, July 29th Color Magazine 26 WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010 Dearest.” It’s a rabidly misog- Runaways and ynistic mess: a corny, soft- iva core-porn, toxic baby-oil spill DVD of a movie and probably Ann GREGG SHAPIRO showgirls Coulter’s favorite flick of the puts the band through the the make-up, even the cars 1990s. ‘The Runaways’ paces and eventually unleash- so right, while she drops Switchblade-wielding (Sony Pictures Home es the Runaways on the the ball on other things. The hitchhiker Nomi (barely Entertainment/Apparition) world. They only caused a Runaways were more than human blow-up doll Elizabeth Biopics are always a hit-or- ripple stateside, but in Japan just Jett and Currie, but their Berkley) is on her way to miss proposition, and “The they were a tsunami. One story is the main focus. This Las Vegas to be a “dancer,” a Runaways” is a good case in scene shows a mob of rabid is true to the end of the film. career goal as vague as the point. An all-girl (emphasis and screaming Japanese fans Post band break-up, the two look in her eyes. Once there, on “girl,” as the band mem- shattering a glass wall sepa- young women who hadn’t she’s frequently proposi- bers were in their teens) rating them from the band. spoken to each other for tioned. One perv tells Nomi rock band that actually played Unprepared for success, quite some time are reunited that “sooner or later she’s its own instruments and co- the already unstable per- on the radio – one as an going to have to sell it,” and wrote its own songs, The sonalities begin to clash. interview subject, the other sooner comes sooner than Runaways formed in the mid- Cherie, especially, feels as a listener and caller. Kudos, later. 1970s, a time when such a pulled in several directions. however, to Sigismondi for Staying with costume mis- thing was still on the risky After being abandoned by not shying away from the tress Molly (Gina Ravera), side. her self-absorbed mother same-sex love story in The Nomi “dances” at strip Southern California girls (Tatum O’Neal), she feels Runaways’ tale. club Cheetahs, but clings to Joan Jett, nee Larkin (Kristen guilty for having left sister DVD bonus features her dream of being a Vegas Stewart) and Cherie Currie Marie (Riley Keough) behind include the featurette showgirl just like Crystal (Dakota Fanning), who share to care for their alcoholic “Plugged In: Making The (Gina Gershon), the star of p hoto: courtesy a love of rock music and father. Heading down a path Film,” commentary by Joan “Goddess” at the Stardust. A scene from “The Runaways.” coloring outside of the lines, similar to dear old Dad’s, Jett, Kristen Stewart and But Nomi still has dues to are groomed by record pro- Cherie becomes involved in Dakota Fanning and more. pay, including a $500 private “Goddess.” Soon Nomi and And in a twist on the ducer/starmaker Kim Fowley a romantic relationship with dance for Crystal and boy- Crystal are thick as thieves “42nd Street” myth, Nomi (Michael Shannon) to be the Jett. Things come to a head ‘Showgirls’ friend/manager Zack (Kyle and flirting with lesbian titil- becomes Crystal’s under- next big thing. during a recording session (MGM/UA) MacLachlan and his impor- lation (it’s a testament to study and then proceeds to With other band members where tempers flare and Newly reissued in a Blu- tant hair). Gershon’s talent that she fix it so that she gets the recruited, including Sandy instruments are thrown. Ray+DVD set, the value of Before you know it, Nomi survived this car wreck). lead in the show. But Nomi’s West (Stella Maeve), Lita Ford Since the devil is in the this film is completely lost lands an audition at the Of course, Nomi can’t world is about to be turned (Scout Taylor-Compton) and details, it’s interesting that in on me. As camp classics go, Stardust with Tony (a tou- resist banging Zack, which upside down when Molly is someone – a possible com- director/screenwriter Floria “Showgirls” ranks low on the peed Alan Rachins) and his only heightens the sexual brutally raped and beaten posite? – named Robin (Alia Sigismondi’s vision, she gets list when compared to “Valley gay assistant Marty (Patrick tension between her and and Zack discovers the truth Shawkat), taskmaster Fowley the fashions, the hairstyles, of the Dolls” or “Mommie Bristow), and she’s cast in Crystal. about Nomi’s sordid past.

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Holy casting H o m e l a n d to have created the world’s cigar lounge. Chicago club- on her show “My Life on the Warner Bros. producer Women behind S e c u r i t y strongest beer – a concoc- goers told AP that the man D List,” referred to U.S. Sen. Jerry Weintraub has long bars S e c r e t a r y tion that’s 55 percent alco- they know as DJ Veritas isn’t Scott Brown’s daughters as been eyeing a remake of the Lindsay Lohan’s next-cell J a n e t hol by volume and served in the murderous type. “prostitutes.” Frank wrote 1977 classic “Oh, God!” star- neighbor in jail is E! reality Napolitano, one a dead, taxidermied squirrel. to Griffin because she men- ring George Burns and John TV star Alexis Neiers, who’s of the team’s big- With a $750 price tag, how- Mississippi tioned him on the episode Denver. Deadline recently serving a six-month sen- gest fans, was in the audi- ever, Wisconsin breweries make-up and because he’s made a reported that Weintraub tence for taking part in bur- ence when the Mercury shouldn’t fret the competi- Constance McMillen, the name for himself standing finally has pitched the idea glarizing Orlando Bloom’s won their second WNBA tion. BrewDog, which pro- Mississippi teen who sued against name-calling. to the studio, with Betty house. Neiers occupies the title in three years last sea- duces the beer, has come her school district over its White playing the title char- cell that once housed Paris son. under fire from animal rights policy banning same-sex Pup-town acter. Hilton. Lohan recently began groups for the stunt. dates at the high school Dog Fancy magazine a nine-day sentence for vio- Stone Age prom, is due to receive has deemed Provincetown, More woman lating probation in a DUI dildo? Sunshine state $35,000 from the district Mass., “Dogtown USA.” than he is man case. An object resembling slaying for damages and legal costs. Forty cities are honored on Sen. David Vitter, R- La., an ancient dildo was exca- Authorities have arrest- School officials had initial- the list, but the gay-friendly apologized to MSNBC host Women to vated recently in Sweden, ed bisexual club dj/porn ly refused to settle with P-town, at No. 1, is the only Rachel Maddow after quip- look up to according to livescience. actor from Chicago Jason McMillen, who won a federal place in the country where ping on a radio broadcast At a White House recep- com. Measuring about 4 Andrews and porn actress court fight on the issue. The “virtually every establish- that she only looked like a tion, President Barack inches long and 0.8 inches Amanda Logue for alleg- Itawamba School District ment opens its doors to woman “a long time ago.” Obama thanked the WNBA in diameter, the find has an edly killing a tattoo artist also will amend its anti-dis- dogs – even the bank,” “Regarding my remark dur- champion Phoenix Mercury “erected-penis-like shape,” in Florida. Detectives say crimination policy. Yes, such according to the editors. ing a radio conversation players for being good role said archaeologist Gsran the pair stabbed and blud- a policy does exist. Madison also made the Top today, I apologize,” Vitter models for his daughters. Gruber of the National geoned the 41-year-old man, 10 list, as did Carmel, Calif.; wrote in a letter to Maddow. “I want Malia and Sasha to Heritage Board in Sweden. then stole his cash. They F list… Benicia, Calif.; Fort Bragg, “The hosts made their com- know that there is absolute- Gruber couldn’t say for cer- allegedly planned the crime Kathy Griffin is getting Calif.; Lincoln City, Ore.; San ment and I obviously chimed ly no contradiction between tain how Stone Age people in a series of text mes- less than a D grade from Diego, Virginia Beach, Va.; in. While we do not usu- women who are beautiful might have used the object. sages. Authorities caught up U.S. Rep. Barney Frank, Sioux Falls, S.D.; and Salem, ally agree on the issues, I do and healthy and contribut- with Andrews in Tennessee, D-Mass. The congressman Ore. not think you deserved that ing, and good athletes and Strong brew, strange mug where he had been manag- says it’s “terrible” and “com- comment.” competitive,” Obama said. A Scottish brewery claims ing an upscale pool hall and pletely unfair” that Griffin, www.wisconsingazette.com WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010 27 Tea-dance divas Music Crisis” would have been a ing “You’ve Changed” prove continues in a similar vein. GREGG SHAPIRO better name for the record. that Sia is nothing if not “Fembots” is everything that Combining the worst and versatile. Of course, there’s Aguilera’s “Bionic” track isn’t. Crystal Castles most dated elements of more to Sia: the soulful “Be “Dancing On My Own,” the Crystal Castles vocal- Madonna’s early sex-pot Good To Me,” the bouncy best track, is that rare dance ist Alice Glass alternates period and those of her pre- pop of “The Co-dependent” cut that stirs up emotions between disco diva status fab Disney clone Britney, and a respectable reading of while whipping the listener and punk banshee, some- Aguilera gets lost in the Madonna’s “Oh Father.” into a dance-frenzy. “None of times in the same song, process on songs such as Dem” (featuring Röyksopp) on the Canadian electro “Not Myself Tonight” and Dragonette is almost as good. The Euro duo’s aptly named sopho- the Nicki Minaj collabora- Led by Martina Sorbara, reggae of “Dancehall Queen” more effort “II” (Fiction). tion “Woohoo.” The album Dragonette isn’t afraid to is the only misstep. You can get a taste of that isn’t a total loss. Aguilera’s toss in a banjo sound on a in the suitably titled open- gorgeous reunion with Linda dance track such as “Gone Kylie Minogue ing track “Fainting Spells,” Perry (“Beautiful”) pays off, Too Far,” from the trio’s Longtime tea-dance god- which should come with as does the resilient “Elastic “Fixin To Thrill” (Bandroom) dess Kylie Minogue retains her its own smelling salts. “Doe Love” and all three of the Sia disc. “Liar” is a truly delirious status with her dynamic new Deer” and “I Am Made of numbers. dance cut and the synco- “Aphrodite” (Atralwerks/ Chalk” pack a similar punch. pated “Easy” is hard to resist. Parlophone) disc. There’s no Seasoned club-goers who Sia “Pick Up The Phone” has the question about what’s on her Kelis survive those cuts are in for Sia delivers her most ring of a dance anthem, and mind, because the first word a real treat for the remainder, dance-driven disc with “We “Big Sunglasses” sounds like she sings on album opener Is Beautiful,” co-written by you know that a change is in including the heavenly disco Are Born” (Monkey Puzzle/ an homage to Lady Gaga. “All The Lovers” is “dance,” Keane’s Tim Rice-Oxley, is the air. Turns out there was a of “Celestica,” the fat stomp Jive). “The Fight” (from which and you have no choice striking. full-fledged dance diva under of “Year of Silence” and the the album’s title is drawn) Robyn but to obey. The exuberant her tough urban cookie exte- airy “Suffocation.” struts and pumps and gets As tea-dance divas go, few “Put Your Hands Up (If You Kelis rior all along. Just listen to the juices flowing. But it’s can hold a candle to Swedish Feel Love)” could be kissing One of the more surpris- “22nd Century,” the explo- Christina the ecstatic and irresistible sensation Robyn. Her brilliant cousins with Sia’s “Clap Your ing entries into tea-dance sive “4th of July (Fireworks),” Aguilera “Clap Your Hands” (go ahead, 2008 eponymous disc (and its Hands.” But the big news territory is from Kelis of the slamming “Acapella” and Coming just a few years try not to clap your hands preceding “Rakamonie” EP) is Kylie’s interesting choice “Milkshake” and “Caught the motherhood anthem after her triumphant and or dance, I dare you) that put some distance between in collaborators. “Too Much,” Out There” fame. When Kelis “Song For My Baby” as audi- accomplished “Back To sounds as though it’s destined the Robyn of the 20th and co-written by Minogue, Jake chants “we control the dance ble proof of this distinctly Basics” disc, Christina to be the tea-dance tune the 21st centuries. The new Shears and Calvin Harris, is floor” at the end of the intro different side of Kelis. Aguilera’s “Bionic” (RCA) is of the summer. The retro “Body Talk Pt. 1” (Konichiwa/ justmorning right forglory dancing,1-4 whilewis gazfrom pride the newfest:Layout release “Flesh 4 6/24/10 12:43 PM Page 1 a disappointment. “Identity “Stop Trying” and the thump- Cherry Tree/Interscope) the pop-oriented “Everything Tone” (will.i.am/Interscope), www.wisconsingazette.com

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D.I.X., 739 S. 1st St., 414-231-9085 KENOSHA/RACINE Woody’s, 1579 S. Second St., 414-672-0806 FOX VALLEY Club ICON, 6305 120th St. (off I-94), Rascals Bar & Grill, 702 E. Wisconsin, Appleton, Kenosha, 262-857-3240 MADISON 920-954-9262 JoDee’s, 2139 Racine St., Racine, 262-634-9804 Cardinal Bar, 418 W. Wilson St., 608-257-2473 Ravens, 215 E. College Ave., Appleton, 920-364-9599 Club 5, 5 Applegate Court, 608-277-9700 Napalese, 1351 Cedar St., Green Bay, 920-432-9646 MILWAUKEE Plan B, 924 Williamson St., 608-257-5262 SASS, 840 S. Broadway, Green Bay, 920-437-7277 Art Bar, 722 Burleigh, 414-372-7880 Shamrock, 117 W. Main St., 608-255-5029 The Shelter, 730 N. Quincy St., Green Bay, 920-432- Ballgame, 196 S. Second St., 414-273-7474 WOOF’S, 114 King St., 608-204-6222 2662 Boom & The Room, 625 S. Second St., 414-277-5040 XS Niteclub, 1106 Main St., Green Bay, 920-430- Boot Camp, 209 E. National Ave., 414-643-6900 BELOIT/JANESVILLE 1301 City Lights Chill & Grill, 111 W. Howard Ave., 414- Impulse, 132 W. Grand Ave., Beloit, Debs Spare Time, 1303 Harrison St., Oshkosh, 481-1441 608-361-0000 920-235-6577 Fluid, 819 S. Second St., 414-643-5843 Off The Wagon, 18-24 S. River St., PJS, 1601 Oregon St., Oshkosh Harbor Room, 117 E. Greenfield, 414-672-7988 Janesville, 608-359-3209 Hybrid, 707 E. Brady St., 414-810-1809 NORTHERN JACK, 200 E. Washington St., 414-389-3596 LACROSSE Scooters, 411 Galloway Street, Eau Claire, 715-835- Kruz, 354 E. National Ave., 414-272-KRUZ My Place, 3201 South Ave., 608-788-9073 9959 LaCage, 801 S. Second St., 414-383-8330 Players, 300 Fourth St., 608-784-4200 JT’s Bar and Grill, 1506 N. Third St., Superior, 715-- Mona’s, 1407 S. First St., 414-643-0377 Chances R, 417 Jay St., 608-782-5105 394-2580 Nut Hut, 1500 W. Scott, 414-647-2673 The Flame, 1612 Tower Ave., Superior, 715-395-0101 Pump, (Sundays at Decibel), 1905 E. North Ave., WISCONSIN DELLS The Main 1217 Tower Ave., Superior, 715-392-1756 414-272-3337 Captain Dix Rainbow Valley Resort, 4124 River OZ, 320 Washington St., Wausau, 715-842-3225 This Is It, 418 E. Wells St., 414-278-9192 Road, 866-553-1818 Triangle, 135 E. National Ave., 414-383-9412 Don’t see your favorite LGBT hangout? Tropical Niteclub, 626 S. Fifth St., 414-460-6277 SHEBOYGAN To get considered for a listing on Out & About, e-mail Walker’s Pint, 818 S. Second St., 414-643-7468 Blue Lite, 1029 N. Eighth St., 920-457-1636 [email protected]. WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010 29

July 29, Thursday Aug. 6, Saturday

John McGivern performs “The Wonder Bread Years” Hear the sounds of the fabulous 1950s in the through July 31 at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, WiGOUT Milwaukee premiere of “Hula Hoop Sha-Boop,” 400 W. College Ave., Appleton. Call 920-730-3760. by Larry Deckel, John Leicht and John Tanner, in Turner Hall Ballroom, 103 N. Fourth, presents Greg the Stackner Cabaret, running through Sept. 4 at Laswell & Cary Brothers at 8 p.m. Call 414-286-3663. ON THE Milwaukee Repertory Theater, 108 E. Wells. Call 414- Bartell Theatre, 113 E. Mifflin, Madison, presents 224-9490. “The Game Sho_ Sho_” on the Evjue Stage, tonight through Sunday night at 7:30 p.m. Call 608-661-9696. TOWN E dited and compiled by G regg S hapiro Aug. 7, Sunday July 30, Friday Montage Lounge at LaCage, 801 S. Second, presents Miss Gay Wisconsin pageant with April Reign, Ravens Drag Revue presents Mama Mabel’s 30th Aug. 3, Wednesday Seymour Chilton and many others at 10 p.m. Call 414- Anniversary at 10:30 p.m. at Ravens of Appleton, 215 E. 383-8330 College. Call 920-364-9599. Out “American Idol” legend Clay Aiken and Ruben Napalese Lounge, 1351 Cedar, Green Bay, hosts the It’s a “Showgirls” theme for the Miss Gay Forest Studdard perform at 8 Mr. & Miss Napalese Show at 10:30 p.m. Call 920-432- City pageant, featuring Kenya Sanchez, Jackie Roberts p.m. in The Northern 9646. and many others at 10 p.m. at The Office, 513 E. State, Lights Theater at Club 5 Bar, 5 Applegate Court, Madison, hosts a live Rockford, Ill. Call 815-601-6982. Potawatomi Bingo female impersonator show at10 p.m. Call 608- 277- The Riverside, 116 W. Wisconsin, presents Neil Casino, 1721 W. Canal. 9700. Young solo acoustic and electric at 8 p.m. Call 414-286- Call 414-847-7922. Timers, 739 S. First, hosts New Orleans Days, a 3663. benefit for Louisiana fisheries 8/7 beginning at 4 p.m. The Pabst, 144 E. Wells, welcomes Ustad Amjad Ali Call 414- 276-0000. Khan-De Almaas at 8 p.m. Call 414-286-3663. Turner Hall Ballroom, 103 N. Fourth, presents Johnny Clay Aiken Winter at 8 p.m. Call 414-286-3663.

Aug. 10, Wednesday July 31, Saturday The Pabst, 144 E. Wells, presents out singer/ Aug. 4, Thursday songwriter Rufus Wainwright at 8 p.m. Call 414-286- Wear your hottest beach wear as The Boys of 3663. The farce “Not Now, Darling,” by Ray Cooney and Detention return to Club 5 Bar, 5 Applegate Court, “Wicked” runs through Aug. 8 at the Marcus Center John Chapman, runs tonight through Aug. 8 at Carte Madison, with Beach Ball, featuring DJs MF and Cody For the Performing Arts at the corner of Water and Blanche Studios Theatre, 1024 S. Fifth. Call 262-716- Domino, at 10 p.m., followed by a shower contest at State. Call 414-273-2787. 4689. midnight. Call 608-277-9700. Boulevard Theatre, 2252 S. Kinnickinnic, presents The Riverside, 116 W. Wisconsin, presents The Wonderful singer/songwriter Tift Meritt is at Shank Fourplay: 4 Comedies Of Seduction, through Aug. 29. National at 8 p.m. Call 414-286-3663. Hall, 1434 N. Farwell, at 8 p.m. Call 414-276-7288. Call 414-744-5747 or visit www.boulevardtheatre.com. Keane performs at 7 p.m. at The Riverside, 116 W. Wisconsin. Call 414-286-3663.

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Sunday Aug. 5, Friday The one and only Melissa Etheridge performs in support of Club 5 Bar, 5 Harbor Room, 117 E. Greenfield, has The Historical her “Fearless Applegate Court, Mystery Band with Jerry Grillo at 8 p.m. Call 414-672- Love” release Madison, presents 7988. at 8 p.m. at The a live female Alterra Cafe at the Lake, 1701 N. Lincoln Memorial Riverside, 116 W. impersonator show, Drive, hosts Florentine at the Lake featuring Florentine Wisconsin. Call at 10 p.m. Call Opera Chorus members at 7 p.m. 414-286-3663. 608-277-9700. Melissa Etheridge 30 WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010 community EVENTS

ONGOING 7:30 p.m., Four Lakes Bears, 9:30 p.m., first Friday, Milwaukee Stowell, Milwaukee. 6 p.m., third Tuesday, Fair Wisconsin Michelangelo’s Coffee Shop, 114 Guerilla Gay Bar takeover, location 7 p.m., AA The Big Book meeting, The Action Network of the Chippewa Mondays and Thursdays, 1-5 p.m., State St., Madison, 608-251-5299. varies, www.mkeggb.com. Galano Club, Milwaukee.* Valley, LGBT Community Center of SAGE Office drop-in hours, 5 p.m., OutThere LGBT youth group the Chippewa Valley, Eau Claire.* Milwaukee.* meeting, OutReach, Madison.* 6:30 p.m., NORML weekly meeting, Mondays, Wednesdays-Saturdays, FRIDAY SATURDAY 5 p.m., third Sundays, PFLAG Berlin Public Library, 121 W. LGBT Center of SE Wisconsin drop- 4-7 p.m., fourth Friday, Happy Hour 9 a.m., Frontrunners/Walkers Milwaukee, Martin Luther Park Ave., Berlin, 54923, www. in hours, Racine.* with Planned Parenthood Advocates Milwaukee Run Walk, starting at Church, 9235 W. Bluemound Rd., northerwinorml.com. of Wisconsin, rotating location in the Water Tower at the East end Wauwatosa. 7 p.m., last Tuesday, Canasta night, Milwaukee/Madison, www.ppawi. of North Avenue, Milwaukee, 262- 7 p.m., second Sundays, Gay and SAGE Milwaukee.* THURSDAY org. 285-7645. Straight in Christ, Good Shepherd 7 p.m., Spectrum GLBT and Allied 2:30 p.m., first and third Thursdays, 5:30 p.m., second and fourth Fridays, 9 a.m., Frontrunners/Frontwalkers Catholic Church, N88 W17658 social group for adults, Harmony LGBT senior adults discussion, Pozitive Lite HIV/AIDS group, Madison, Wingra Park off Monroe Christman Rd., Menomonee Falls, Cafe, Appleton.* Madison Senior Center, 330 W. OutReach, Madison.* St., Madison, 608-469-4882. 262-502-0437. Mifflin St., Madison, ferington@ 6 p.m., second Fridays, Lesbian Alliance 3 p.m., second and fourth Saturdays, charter.net. game night and potluck, LGBT Women4Women, OutReach, WEDNESDAY 6 p.m., third Thursdays, same- Community Center, Milwaukee.* Madison.* MONDAY 6 p.m., first Wednesday, LGBT cancer sex partners group, OutReach, 6:30 p.m., Open Mic night, Harmony 6 p.m., AA The Women’s Light meeting; 7 p.m., Spectrum-Social and networking group, Gilda’s Club, Madison.* Cafe, Green Bay.* 7:30 p.m., Spiritual Light, The networking LGBT group, Harmony 7907 UW Health Court, Middleton, 6 p.m., Qgrads, UW Memorial Union 7 p.m., AA, The Galano Club, Galano Club, Milwaukee.* Cafe, Appleton.* 53562, 608-828-8880, www. Rathskeller, 800 Langdon St., Milwaukee.* 6 p.m., Rotating Activity Night each 7:30 p.m., AA Came to Believe, The gildasclubmadison.org Madison, 53276. 7 p.m., Gay Narcotics Anonymous, The week, LGBT Community Center of Galano Club, Milwaukee.* 7 p.m., AA 12 Steps and 12 Traditions, 7 p.m., third Thursdays, Lesbian Galano Club, Milwaukee.* the Chippewa Valley, Eau Claire.* The Galano Club, Milwaukee.* Alliance movie night, LGBT 7 p.m., Drop-in night, LGBT Community 7-8:30 p.m., third Saturdays, BWMT 7 p.m., first Wednesday, Bear Club 4 Community Center, Milwaukee.* Center of the Chippewa Valley, Eau (Black and White Men Together), TUESDAY Men monthly meeting, Napalese 7 p.m., AA Living Sober; 7 p.m., Crystal Claire.* general meeting.* 12:30 p.m., third Tuesday, Retired Old/ Lounge, 1351 Cedar St., Green Bay, Meth Anonymous, The Galano Club, 8:30 p.m., second and fourth Fridays, Older Lesbians (ROLLers), Madison. Info: [email protected]. Milwaukee.* Shoreline Milwaukee line dancing Info: 608-219-7751. 7 p.m., Q2-LGBTQ Youth Group, LGBT and lessons, Hot Water, 818 S. SUNDAY 5 p.m., AA Over 40; 7 p.m. AA The Community Center of the Chippewa Water St., Milwaukee, 414-383- 1 p.m., Cream City Squares dances, Blue Group, The Galano Club, Send listings to ltomaszek@ Valley, Eau Claire. 75936. Lake Park Lutheran Church, 2647 N. Milwaukee.* wisconsingazette.com.

* See Community Listings, next page, for address and contact information.

The next two weeks Call for original THURSDAY 7 p.m., 3Kings Saturday Night Fever, MONA’s, SATURDAY 1407 S. First St., 53204, 414-643-0377. monologues July 29 7 p.m., Marshall Grant Ministries performance, Aug. 7 8 a.m., ACT 8 Ride, annual fundraiser for AIDS Milwaukee Metropolitan Community Church, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Firefly Art Fair, runs through Network of Madison, takes off from Olin Park, 1239 W. Mineral St., 53201, 414-383-110, www. Aug. 8, Kneeland Walker House, 7406 Hillcrest Forward Theater Company seeks 1101 Olin Turville Drive, Madison, 53713, www. marshallgrantministries.org. Drive, Wauwatosa, 53213, 414-774-8672. playwrights to submit unproduced, actride.org. 4 p.m., New Orleans Days, fundraiser for New original monologues on the theme 5:30 p.m., My Best Friend is Straight, fundraiser Orleans fisheries, D.I.X, 739 S. First St., 53204. “The Love that Changed My Life.” for Cream City Foundation, Lynden Sculpture MONDAY 6 p.m., Bear Bash with Brew City Bears There is no entry fee for the first Garden, 2145 W. Brown Deer Road, River Hills, Aug. 2 and Bear Club 4 Men, Harbor Room, 117 E. two submissions from each author. 53217, http://www.creamcityfoundation.org/my- 7 p.m., Witches Night Off, a special adult Greenfield Ave., 53204, 414-514-4063. Scripts should be a maximum of best-friend-is-straight.html. performance of song and dance by the cast of 8 p.m., “A Single Man,” Madison Gay Video 10-minutes long, and require minimal “Wicked,” at Cardinal Stritch University, 6801 Club, 608-244-8690, www.mgvc.org. sets, props and costumes. N. Yates Road, 53217, 414-225-1570, shannon. 9 p.m., Miss Gay Wisconsin US of A pageant, Send submissions to info@forward- FRIDAY [email protected]. Montage Lounge (third floor of La Cage), 801 S. theater.com before Oct. 1. July 30 Second St., 53204, 414-383-8330. Winners will be announced on or 8 p.m., Night Boat to Cairo Ska-Fla Hafla Belly before Nov. 30. Dance Party, Milwaukee Gay Arts Center, 703 TUESDAY Winners will receive two compli- S. Second St., 53204, 414-383-3272, milwgac@ Aug. 3 MONDAY mentary tickets to the Feb. 11, 2011, yahoo.com. 7-9 p.m., Brew City Bears coffee and chat, Aug. 9 opening night performance. Starbucks, 1130 Miller Park Way, 53214, RSVP to 6-7:30 p.m., La Crosse Pride planning meet- Bruce, 414-514-4063. ing, new volunteers welcome, LGBT Resource SATURDAY Center of the Seven Rivers Region, 303 Pearl St., July 31 La Crosse, 54602, www.7riverslgbt.org. Farwell Ave. #220, 53202, 414-224-0517, www. 10:30 a.m., Downtown History Walk with THURSDAY sagemilwaukee.org. SAGE Milwaukee, meet at the Chase Bank Tower, Aug. 5 Water Street and Wisconsin Avenue, 414-224- 8 a.m., Wisconsin State Fair opens, runs WEDNESDAY 0517, www.sagemilwaukee.org. through Aug. 15, Wisconsin State Fair Park, 640 S. Aug. 11 7 p.m., open mic and potluck with Milwaukee 84th St., West Allis, 53214, www.wistatefair.com. Noon-1 p.m., Blue plate special with GAMMA, GAMMA, open to the community, Milwaukee Gay 7 p.m., Florentine at the Lake, season preview, Ma Fischer’s, 2214 N. Farwell Ave., 53202, R.S.V.P. Arts Center, 703 S. Second St., 53204, 414-530- Alterra at the Lake, 1701 N. Lincoln Memorial to 414-530-1886, milwaukeegamma.com. Send listings to ltomaszek@ 1886, www.milwaukeegamma.com. Parkway, 53202, www.alterracoffee.com. 7 p.m., Bingo, SAGE Milwaukee office, 1845 N. wisconsingazette.com. WI s c O n s I N GAZ E TT E . C O M | July 29, 2010 31 community GROUPS 2349 N Holton St., 53212, 414-390-0444. stjamesmilwaukee.org. Applegate Court, Madison, 53713, 608-277- MILWAUKEE WanderWomyn Outdoors Group, debydoo2@ 9700, www.dcandc.org yahoo.com. Arts/Entertainment Washington Heights Rainbow Association, 414- Sports Cream City Chorus, 315 W. Court St., 53212, 414- 258-8834 www.washingtonheightsrainbow. Front Runners/Front Walkers, 414-443-0379, Community 276-8787, www.creamcitychorus.org, info@ org. ullrwolf.com/frontrunnersmke, thbolt@milwpc. OutReach, 600 Williamson St., Suite P1, Madison, creamcitychorus.org. Wauwatosa Rainbow Association, 414-218-9277, com. 53703, 608-255-8582, www.lgbtoutreach.org, Cream City Squares, 414-445-8080, www.iagsdc. [email protected]. Metro Milwaukee Tennis Club, 3957 81st St., [email protected]. org/creamcity. Wisconsin Rainbow Alliance of the Deaf, P.O. Box 53222, 414-616-3716, [email protected]. PFLAG-Madison, 4221 Venetian Ln., Madison Men’s Voices Milwaukee, 2717 E. Hampshire 353, Hartland, 53029, www.wiscrad.org. Milwaukee Gay Soccer League, 1012 E. 53718, 608-848-2333, pflagmadison@yahoo. St., 53211, 414-964-1513 www. Wisconsin Rainbow Families, 315 W. Court St., Clark St., 53212, 414-405-5878, www. com. mensvoicesmilwaukee.com. 53212, www.wirainbowfamilies.com, info@ milwaukeegaysoccer.org. Milwaukee Gay Arts Center, 703 S. Second wirainbowfamilies.com. Milwaukee Gay Volleyball League, www. St., 53204, 414-383-3727, www. milwaukeegayvolleyball.com. Politics milwaukeegayartscenter.org. Saturday Softball Beer League, 2333 N. 56th St., Fair Wisconsin, 112 State St., Suite 309, Milwaukee/LGBT Film/Video Festival, www4. Health 53210, www.ssblmilwaukee.com. Madison, 53703, 608-441-0143, www. uwm.edu/psoa/programs/film/lgbtfilm. AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin, P.O. Box fairwisconsin.org, [email protected]. Queer Zine Archive Project, 2935 N. Fratney St., 510498, 53202, 414-273-1991, www.arcw.org, 53202, www.qzap.org. [email protected]. Youth/Education Shoreline Country Dancers, 2809 E. Oklahoma Brady East STD (BESTD) Clinic, 1240 E. Brady St, Alliance School, 850 W. Walnut St., 53205, 414- Sports Ave., 53207, www.shoreline-milw.org, info@ 53202, 414-272-2144, www.bestd.org, bestd@ 267-5400, www.allianceschool.org. Madison Gay Hockey Association, www. shoreline-milw.org. execpc.com. Alliance for LGBTQ Youth, 1212 S. 70th St., madisongayhockey.org. Women’s Voices Milwaukee, 315 W. Court St., Galano Club, 315 Court St., Suite 201, 53213, 53214, 414-453-1400, www.cssw.org. Madison Gay Volleyball, 608-347-8907, www. 53212, 414-534-5645, womensvoicesmke.viviti. 414-276-6936, www.galanoclub.org, mail@ Gay Youth Milwaukee, P.O. Box 090441, 53209, madisonlbtvolleyball.com. com, [email protected]. galanoclub.org. 414-265-8500, http://gayyouthmilwaukee. Health Institute of Milwaukee, 1817 N. Martin tripod.com. Luther King Drive, Suite 3, 53212, 414-263- Marquette Gay/Straight Alliance, 1442 W. Youth/education Community 9999. Wisconsin Ave., 53233. GSA for Safe Schools, 301 S. Bedford St., Bay View Gays, 414-482-3796, www.bvgays.com. Milwaukee Women’s Center, 611 N. Broadway, Marquette U G/L Alumni, P.O. Box 92722, 53202. Madison, 53703, 608-661-1360, www. Brew City Bears, P.O. Box 1035, 53201, 414-331- Suite 230, 53202, www.mwcinc.org. Project Q, 315 W. Court St., 53212, 414-223-3220. gsaforsafeschools.org. 3744, www.bcb4men.info. Pathfinders, 1614 E. Kane Pl., 53202, 414-271- UWM LGBT Resource Center, UWM Union WG BWMT, 414-463-5359, www.nabwmt.org/ 1560, www.pathfinders.org, [email protected]. 89, P.O. Box 413, 53201, 414-229-4116, www. milwaukee. STD Specialties, Inc., 3251 N. Holton St., 53212, uwm.edu/Dept/OSL/LGBT. RACINE/KENOSHA Castaways, P.O. Box 1697, 53202, castawaysmc@ 414-264-8800, www.stdspecialties.org. yahoo.com. Community CONNEXUS, 2439 N. Holton St., 53212, 414-390- FOX VALLEY LGBT Center of SE Wisconsin, 1456 Junction 0444, www.diverseandresilient.org/connexus. Politics Ave., Racine, 53403, 262-664-4100, info@ Diverse and Resilient, 2439 N. Holton St., 53212, Center Advocates, 315 W. Court St., 53212, 414- Community lgbtsewisc.org. 414-390-0444, www.diverseandresilient.org. 271-2656, www.centeradvocates.org. Harmony Café, 233 E. College Ave., Appleton, PFLAG-Racine/Kenosha, P.O. Box 580058, Firebirds, P.O. Box 159, 53201. Equality Wisconsin, 2717 E. Hampshire Ave., 54915, 920-734-2233, www.harmonycafe.org, Pleasant Prairie, 53158, 262-694-2729, FORGE, P.O. Box 1272, 53201, 414-559-2123, 53211, 414-431-1306, www.equalitywi.org. [email protected]. [email protected]. www.forge-forward.org. Human Rights League, P.O. Box 510407, 53203, PFLAG-Appleton/Fox Cities, 740 Kensington Road, GAMMA Milwaukee, P.O. Box 1900, 53201, 414- 414-319-9863, www.hrl-pac.org, hrlpac@ Neenah, 54956, 920-722-7145. Rainbow Over 530-1886, www.milwaukeegamma.com. yahoo.com. Wisconsin, 702 E. Wisconsin Ave., Appleton, Religion/Spirituality Gemini Gender Group, P.O. Box 44211, 53214, WI 54911, www.rainbowoverwisconsin.org. Bradford Community Church-Unitarian 414-297-9328, gggwi.tripod.com. Universalist, 5810 8th Ave., 53140, 262-656- Lesbian Alliance, 315 W. Court St., 53212, 414- Religion/spirituality 0544, www.bradforduu.org. 272-9442, www.lesbianalliance.org. Central United Methodist Church, 639 N. 25th St., GREEN BAY Lesbian Fund of the Women’s Fund of Milwaukee, 53233, 414-344-1600, www.centralumcmilw. 414-290-7350, www.womensfund.com/ org. Community who_we_are/lesbian_fund. Congregation Shir Hadash, 414-297-9159, www. Argonauts of Wisconsin, P.O. Box 22096, Green Sports LOC/Women of Color, P.O. Box 93594, 53203, cshmilw.org. Bay, 54305, www.argonautsll.org, info@ Wisconsin Warriors, P.O. Box 334, Somers, 53171, 414-263-1631. Cross Lutheran Church, 1821 N. 16th St., 53205, argonautsll.org. 414-759-8823, wiwarriors.com, wiwarriors@ Milwaukee LGBT Community Center, 315 W. 414-344-1746, www.crosslutheranmilwaukee. Bear Club 4 Men, P.O. Box 13463, Green Bay, yahoo.com. Court St., 53212, 414-271-265, www.mkelgbt. org. 54307, www.bc4m.com. org. Divine Word Lutheran Church, 5505 Lloyd St., Harmony Café, 1660 W. Mason St., Green Bay, Milwaukee LGBT History Project, 414-224-0517, 53208, 414-476-3189, divinewordlutheran.org. 54303, 920-569-1593, www.harmonycafe.org. Youth/Education www.mkelgbthist.org. First Unitarian Society of Milwaukee, 1342 Positive Voice, P.O. Box 1381, Green Bay, 54305, Rainbow Alliance, UW-Parkside, Student Center, Milwaukee Pride Parade, P.O. Box 070177, 53207, N. Astor St., 53202, 414-273-5257, www. 920-435-4404, pvinc.org, [email protected]. L108D, 262-595-2685, http://www.uwp.edu/ www.prideparademke.org. uumilwaukee.org. Pride Alive, 920-471-3260, www.newpride.org, clubs/clubtemp.cfm?clubID=38. PFLAG-Milwaukee, 315 W. Court St., 53212, 414- Lake Park Lutheran Church, 2647 N. Stowell Ave., [email protected]. 299-9198, [email protected]. 53211, 414-962-9190, lakeparklutheran.com. OTHER PrideFest, 414-272-3378, www.pridefest.com. Metropolitan Community Church, 1239 W. LGBT Community Center of the Chippewa Valley, Queer Program, P.O. Box 090441, 53209, 414-265- Mineral St., 53204, 414-383-1100, www. Religion/spirituality 510 S. Farwell St., Eau Claire 54701, 715-552- 8500, [email protected]. milmcc.org. Angels of Hope MCC, P.O. Box 672, Green Bay, LGBT, www.thecentercv.org, SAGE Milwaukee, 1845 N. Farwell, Suite 220, Milwaukee Friends Meeting (Quakers), 3224 54305, 920-983-7452, www.aohmcc.org, LGBT Community Resource Center 53202, 414-224-0517, www.sagemilwaukee. N. Gordon Pl., 53212, 414-263-2111, www. [email protected]. Seven Rivers, P.O. Box 3313, 303 Pearl org. milwaukeequakers.org. St., LaCrosse, 54602, 608-784-0452, Sapphic Adventures Milwaukee, www.meetup. Plymouth Church, 2717 E. Hampshire Ave., 53211, MADISON www.7riverslgbt.org, r.st.sauver@7riverslgbt. com/sapphic-MKE, calamityjane321@gmail. 414-964-1513, www.plymouth-church.org. org. [email protected]. com. St. James Episcopal Church, 833 W. 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