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2 • 3.2.2016 MEMBER news highlight WiNTEr parTy rETUrNs To miami John McDonald

inter Party, the National LGBTQ ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Task Force’s annual event in Miami, Wreturns this week (March 2-7) with all WINTER ISSUE of the excitement one would expect from a gay themed circuit party. “It’s a popular event worldwide,” said Michael Bath, Director of Events for the National LGBTQ Task Force. “And one that continues to grow.” What started as a local beach party 23 years ago has exploded into an event that draws Out Now! thousands to South Florida annually. The events across South Beach. entertainment is primarily supplied by DJs The Shelborne Wyndham Grand South spinning electronic music. If shirtless men Beach is host hotel for Winter Party 2016 and © 2015 Peter Max. Used by permission. dancing is not your thing do not worry as there Bath said the event’s signature pool party is are other options for fun. On Friday night, an already sold out. Fifteen percent of all revenue “Artscape” gathering at the new Pridelines raised by Winter Party, Bath said, is returned to location (6360 N.E. 4th Court) is a traditional local LGBTQ organizations. meeting place for women. Additionally, there “We are creating a week of happiness,” Bath are opportunities to catch screenings of said. “For many people this is like a family independent fi lms and learn more about safe reunion. Some of our guests may only see each sex practices at various Winter Party sanctioned other once a year and Winter Party is it.”

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Christians slam aussie arts school for allowing ‘Cross-dressing’ (AP) An Australian high school has been criticized schools is make boys’ and girls’ gender disappear.” for allowing students to wear boy or girl uniforms A number of federal government lawmakers regardless of gender. this week backed the ACL’s call to remove federal The Newtown High School of Performing Arts funding from a national program aimed at in inner Sydney changed its uniform policy last preventing bullying in schools of gay, lesbian, week to allow all students to “wear any part of the bisexual and transgender students. available uniform options,” the New South Wales Almost 500 schools have signed up to the Safe state education department said in a statement Schools Coalition Australia, which runs the program Wednesday. that also advocates that schools allow students Several parents and students hailed the change to cross-dress. It is not known how many schools as a boon for transgender students, who previously adopted that uniform policy, but the education needed parental approval and a psychologist’s department said Newtown High was not the only report to gain the school’s permission to cross- one in New South Wales, Australia’s most populous dress. state. Newtown High declined to comment. The change was condemned as radical by Prime Minister Malcom Turnbull bent to pressure the Australian Christian Lobby, an infl uential from government lawmakers by agreeing Tuesday conservative advocacy group. to review the continuation of 8 million Australian “It’s a deeper problem than just boys choosing dollars ($5.7 million) in federal funding for the Safe to wear a girl’s skirt to school,” ACL spokesman Schools program, which teaches students about gay Wendy Francis said. “What they’re trying to do in and lesbian issues.

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interrupt class to express their beliefs, because students nti-Gay Stickers Stir Controversy have a right to be educated without fear. utheran Church Cuts Ties with at California One teacher says some students and staff object because they Wisconsin Boy Scouts A(AP) Administrators say students at a Southern California feel the gay and lesbian community has been targeted. L(AP) Boy Scouts in Appleton will have to fi nd a new high school have the right to wear anti-gay stickers on their location for weekly meetings and other events. school ID badges, just as other students have the right to Faith Lutheran Church has been the chartering wear stickers supporting gay rights. ity of West Palm Beach Unveils organization for the scouts for about 60 years. WBAY-TV Shadow Hills High School administrators in Indio emailed New LGBT Web Page reported that Faith Lutheran has notifi ed the Boy Scouts that The Desert Sun newspaper saying both protests were OK, as C(PBCHRC) Members of the West Palm Beach Lesbian, Gay its beliefs no longer align with the church and that it will long as they didn’t escalate. Bisexual and Transgender community now have a place they need a new location by June 1. The anti-gay stickers, a small rainbow inside a circle with a can go to learn who can help them in the city. Faith belongs to the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod line through it, showed up about two weeks ago. At the request of the Palm Beach County Human Rights which has advised its thousands of churches to cut ties with The administrators warned that students aren’t free to Council, the city has created a LGBT page on its website. the Boy Scouts after its decision to accept openly gay adult On it the public will fi nd information on the city’s history leaders. of supporting the LGBT community, as well as contact The Appleton Boy Scouts council says the overwhelming information for the two liaisons to the LGBT community at majority of its members, families and chartered organizations the city. The information can be found at: wpb.org/LGBT remain committed to scouting. “West Palm Beach has led the way in promoting and supporting the rights of the LGBT community,” said Rand Hoch, President and Founder of the Palm Beach County Human Rights Council. “Having a specifi c name and way to contact someone to assist with LGBT-related issues in the city is so important, and just another example of the city’s

continued commitment to our community. Photo: Facebook The city has two LGBT liaisons. One is located at city hall and the other is with the police department. The city hall liaison is Robert Telford. He can be reached at 561-822-1866 or at [email protected]. The police department liaison is Lt. Greg Babcock. He can be reached at 561-822-1860 or at [email protected].

4 • 3.2.2016 3.2.2016 • 5 Compiled by Jillian Melero Continued Canada’s Top political leaders Strike a Pose for Pride Toronto (TravelOut) Pride Toronto unveiled its 2016 pictures has the potential to give a true face to Pride Month theme, announcing to the world our community. And what a truly diverse and that this June, “You Can Sit With Us.” beautiful community we have,’” said Mathieu The campaign for Canada’s fi rst-ever Pride Chantelois, Pride Toronto Executive Director. “By Month, features Canada’s top political leaders: striking a pose for our camera crew, hundreds noted “sexiest man alive” and “politician took a stand for Pride Toronto, they are telling dreamboat” (Vogue) Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the world that it’s ok to sit with us, but also to openly out Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne and rally, march, celebrate, love and change the partner Jane Rounthewaite and Toronto Mayor world with us.” John Tory who will all participate in this year’s Noted personalities in the campaign also festivities in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. include: Ministers of Canadian parliament, Pride Toronto’s 2016 Parade will make Canadian Toronto City Councillors, Trans activists, the history, with Justin Trudeau participating as Toronto Police Service Chief of Police, the Canada’s first ever sitting Prime Minister to Guinness World Record Holder for Oldest march, alongside leadership from both Toronto’s Performing Drag Queen, DJs, artists and municipal and Ontario’s provincial governments. performers, along with Pride Toronto’s recently Pride Toronto held an open photo shoot for announced 2016 Honoured Group, Black Lives community members, artists and city leaders Matter – Toronto. to show their Pride, enabling the campaign to Canada’s first-ever Pride Month will launch showcase over 300 community members of all on June 1, featuring extended programming and ages, sexual orientations, gender identities, events throughout the city, culminating in the gender expressions and ethnicities. Pride Parade on July 3. “If a picture is worth 1,000 words, maybe 1,000 Photo: CNN

ill Allowing Companies to Deny taly Senate OKs Civil Unions, But Services to Gays Advances LGBT Groups are Unhappy B(AP)Kentucky businesses could refuse services to gay, I (AP) Italy’s Senate voted Thursday to grant legal recognition lesbian or transgender clients in the name of protecting to civil unions, as the last holdout in Western Europe took a religious beliefs under a bill advancing in the state Senate. compromise step to give some rights to gay couples after a The bill comes after the Lexington-Fayette Urban County bitter, years-long battle. Human Rights Commission ordered a Christian T-shirt Premier Matteo Renzi described the passage of the company to get diversity training for refusing to print shirts GLCC Names New Affi liate bill Thursday as “historic.” But gay and lesbian groups for a gay pride festival. A state judge overturned the order, but Chamber Council Chair denounced the legislation as a betrayal because Renzi’s an appeals court is reviewing the case. N(NGLCC) NGLCC is pleased to announce that Jason Rae has Democratic Party sacrificed a provision to allow gay The bill is the latest eff ort of lawmakers in some states to react been named the new National Chair of the Affi liate Chamber adoption in order to ensure passage. to the U.S. Supreme Court ruling last summer that eff ectively Council. Rae previously served as the chair of the Midwest The legislation, which must still pass the lower Chamber of legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. The Georgia Region and is the founder and Executive Director of the Deputies, is nevertheless signifi cant for an overwhelmingly legislature is considering similar legislation, and the Missouri Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce. Roman Catholic country where the Vatican holds sway legislature is considering amending its state constitution to “We are thrilled that Jason has joined us as the National in politics and society, although Pope Francis remained protect businesses that decline to provide goods or services for Chair,” said NGLCC Senior Vice President Sam McClure. conspicuously silent as debate raged in recent months. same-sex marriage ceremonies or celebrations. “Jason has shown a commitment to LGBT business equality It passed 173-71, well over the threshold necessary. in the Midwest and across the country, and I know his vision and leadership will be a great asset to the Affi liate Chamber Council.” The Affi liate Chamber Council (ACC), previously known as the Council of Chambers and Business Organizations (CCBO), has recently undergone several changes in order to create a better support system for the 44 affi liate chambers around the country. In addition to the name change, the ACC has also

restructured from six regions to four: West, Midwest, South, Photo: CNN and Northeast.

6 • 3.2.2016 News Briefs Continued nti-Gay Catholic League Spends 6 Figures to Blast AABC for Dan Savage Sitcom (EDGE) Dear Catholic League supporters: here are your charity dollars at work. Bill Donohue, president of the virulently anti-gay Catholic League, presumably spent six figures to run a full- page open letter in The New York Times Monday that blasts Disney-ABC for its plans to air “The Real O’Neals,” a sitcom based on the life of LGBT activist and sex columnist Dan Savage. The ad reads in part: ABC, which is owned by Disney, will launch a new show on March 8, “The Real O’Neals.” It is billed as a comedy about an Irish-American family, loosely based on the life of one of its producers, Dan Savage. For those not acquainted with him, his maniacal hatred of Catholicism is so strong that it would be as though David Duke were hired to produce a show about African Americans. According to the advertising rate card for The New York Times, a full page black and Photo: soundfromwayout, Facebook. white insertion on a weekday costs $158,859 to Charity Navigator, their total revenue for to run nationally. 2014 came to $3,529,624, out of which 48.6% The Catholic League, which is a 501 was spent on “programs.” Its president Bill c3 charity, gets 100% of its income from Donohue was paid $465,769 in salary, which contributions, gifts and grants. According amounts to 16.44% in expenses.

tah Senators OK Adding LGBT UProtections to Hate Crimes Law Photo: Scott Catron

(AP) The Latest on a plan in Utah’s remains wary about its chances advancing Legislature that would add protections for further given that the Mormon Church gay and transgender people to Utah’s hate released a statement urging legislators crime law. not to upset a balance between religious Utah senators are backing a proposal and LGBT rights. Most lawmakers are that would beef up the state’s hate crime members of the faith. law and add protections for gay and Some lawmakers criticized the transgender people. proposal, saying it gives special protection Lawmakers voted 17-12 Friday in favor for certain groups of people over others. of the plan, saying it protects many groups The proposal would also beef up the of people that are not currently protected penalties for crimes against a person or in the state. their property if the action was motivated Bill sponsor Republican Sen. Steve because of the victim’s race, gender, or Urquhart of St. George says he feels other protected groups. fantastic that the plan advanced. He

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Five Largest ADAPS by Viral Suppression among ADAP Clients: June 2015 16,000 14,000 12,000 10,000 8,000 6,000 4,000 2,000 0 Puerto Rico Texas Florida New York California With an Unknown With an Unsuppressed With a Suppressed Viral Load Viral Load Viral Load adap CliENTs iN Florida havE hiGh viral sUpprEssioN lEvEls 2015 AIDS Drug Assistance Program report Sean McShee

n January, the National Alliance of State Among Southern states only South Carolina (85 and Territorial AIDS Directors issued its percent), Delaware (88 percent), and Maryland Iannual report on the AIDS Drug Assistance (89 percent) had the same or higher levels of Program (ADAP) for the year 2015. As successful viral suppression than Florida (85 percent) did. HIV-treatment suppresses HIV in individuals, a South Carolina, Delaware, and Maryland together successful HIV-treatment program should show served fewer clients than Florida did. high levels of viral suppression among its clients. Of the four states with over 10,000 ADAP Failure to suppress the virus indicates potential clients, only Texas ranks in the lowest quarter of problems. states by percent of viral suppression among its In 2015, 72 percent of U.S. ADAP clients clients. Florida ranks at the median. New York achieved viral suppression, but 15 percent and California rank in the third quarter. Of the failed to suppress the virus. For 13 percent, viral eight states in the highest quarter, only three suppression was unknown. Failure to collect states had more than 1,000 ADAP clients per state: and report viral suppression data indicates poor Illinois with 4,726, Massachusetts with 3,245, and record keeping, but not program failure. Florida Colorado with 1,813. ADAP clients had a viral suppression level of 85 Seven states reported that more than 20 percent. percent of their ADAP clients failed to achieve The viral suppression level of 72 percent refers viral suppression. These states were Virginia (20 to national data. State ADAPs vary in the number percent), West Virginia (22 percent), Mississippi of clients served and in levels of viral suppression (22 percent), Georgia (30 percent), Oklahoma (33 achieved. Indiana ADAP had the lowest levels percent), Texas (46 percent), and Arkansas (63 of viral suppression, but had many clients 3,031. percent). All these states are in the South. It achieved viral suppression in 36 percent of Seven other states reported more than 20 its clients, but failed to suppress the virus in 15 percent viral suppression unknown. These states percent. Indiana reported 49 percent suppression were Pennsylvania (22 percent), Mississippi (23 status unknown. In contrast, Iowa had the highest percent), Utah (25 percent), Georgia (27 percent), levels of viral suppression, but few clients, 269. Alaska (29 percent), Maine (32 percent), and Iowa reported a 94 percent suppression level, Indiana (49 percent). with 4 percent not-suppression, and 2 percent Only 41 U.S. states and territories submitted unknown. data on viral suppression. All data refers to clients Only ten states had levels of viral suppression served as of June 2015. below the national level of 72 percent. Of these State ADAPs vary greatly, but generally have states, only the ADAPs in Indiana, Georgia, Texas, good results. Among the large state ADAPs, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania served California, New York, and Florida cluster together more than 1,000 clients per state. Texas had the closely in viral suppression levels from 85 to 88 fourth largest number of ADAP clients in the U.S. percent. Florida is keeping pace with the other and very poor levels of suppression: 54 percent large ADAP caseload states. The other state with suppressed, 46 percent unsuppressed, and 0.01 large numbers of clients, Texas, has low levels percent unknown. of viral suppression. While all ADAPs should The ADAPs in these ten states may have more improve their levels of viral suppression, some problems than ADAP in other states. These ten have much more work to do than others do. states drove down the national levels of viral suppression. To read the full report, please visit https://www. HIV in the South aff ects may people and nastad.org/sites/default/files/2016-National- confronts a hostile political-cultural environment. ADAP-Monitoring-Project-Annual-Report.pdf

10 • 3.2.2016 politics out on the trail

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EvaNs TaskEd WiTh GETTiNG Gays iNTo hillary’s Camp John McDonald JOIN US! en Evans stood out from a crowd leaders in 10 different regions around the COMBINEDCOMBINED BUBUSINESSSINESS AFTERHAFTERHOURSOURS WITWITHH of mostly African Americans at a Sunshine State that can mobilize those GAY & LESBIAN BUSINESS EXCHANGE Kpolitical rally Sunday afternoon in who identify as LGBT to vote for Hillary Miami Gardens. Clinton for President. Wearing a white polo shirt with “It’s a lot of solving issues, fixing things “Hillary” etched in rainbow-colored and organizing events,” Evans said. letters across his chest, Evans may have Evans said he encourages Floridians looked like the odd man out to a casual to vote early, by mail, ahead of the observer inside the Betty T. Ferguson March 15 presidential primary election. Recreational Complex, but the veteran U.S. Congresswoman Frederica Wilson political operative was certainly in his (D-Miami) echoed this from the stage element. on Sunday, “You cannot sit quietly and “My background is coordinating things assume that you are going to win.” to happen with big groups of people,” said Additionally, Evans serves as state Evans at the conclusion of Sunday’s event committeeman for the Broward County which featured a speech by former U.S. Democratic Party and recently completed President Bill Clinton. a two-year term as chairman of Florida FOOD TRUCK EVENT! Such is why Hillary Clinton’s Democrats’ clubs and caucuses committee. campaign tapped Evans to serve as LGBT He lives in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea with Thursday March 10, 2016 HOSTED BY: Constituency Volunteer Lead in Florida. his partner of more than 20 years, David 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm A gay man, Evans is tasked with finding Lamie. Admission 2040 N DIXIE HIGHWAY Members: $10, $15 at the door WILTON MANORS, FL 33305 Non-members: $20, $25 at the door Register at www.ftlchamber.com FREE PARKING Pre registration ends March 9, at 5 PM COCKTAILS AND FOOD TRUCK SAMPLES

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“Syphilis can have very serious complications Nationally, chlamydia cases in 2014 were at almost 1.5 million, STD cases. when left untreated…Most people who have an increase of 2.8 percent in 2013. Gonorrhea cases were around Mara Gambineri, spokeswoman for the state health department, chlamydia don’t know it since the disease often 350,000, an increase of 5.1 percent. Syphilis (primary and said that population increases should be considered when secondary) cases were at 20,000, an increase of 15.1 percent, while examining data. has no symptoms…ANYONE who is sexually syphilis (congenital) cases were at nearly 500, an increase of 27.5 “Miami-Dade is the largest county, and it is not unexpected that active can get gonorrhea.” percent from previous year. they have the highest number of cases. The vast majority of the “STDs are a substantial health challenge facing the United States. increase in bacterial STDs is from reported chlamydia cases, which hese are the current PSA banners featured on the Sexually CDC estimates that nearly 20 million new sexually transmitted increased signifi cantly statewide from about 40,000 cases in 2005 Transmitted Diseases (STDs) homepage of the Centers for infections occur each year in this country, half among young people to over 70,000 cases by 2009,” Gambineri said. TDisease Control and Prevention (CDC) website, www.cdc.gov. aged 15-24, and account for almost $16 billion in Gambineri additionally attributed an increase in Across the U.S., gay and bisexual men face the “highest and health care costs,” the CDC trends report states. chlamydia cases to improved testing technology for rising” number of syphilis infections, according to a November “Each of these infections is a potential screening. 2015 CDC trends report. threat to an individual’s immediate and long- "Each of these Prior to 2006, culture was previously considered “While rates have increased among both men and women, men term health and well-being. In addition to to be the “gold standard for diagnosis of infection.” account for more than 90 percent of all primary and secondary increasing a person’s risk for acquiring and infections is a Nucleic acid amplifi cation testing (NAAT) was syphilis cases. Men who have sex with men (MSM) account for 83 transmitting HIV infection, STDs can lead to adopted by most Florida health-care providers in percent of male cases where the sex of the sex partner is known,” severe reproductive health complications, such potential threat 2006 and has resulted in better accuracy, she said. the report states. as infertility.” to an individual’s “It provides superior sensitivity and specifi city Dr. Steven Santiago, chief medical offi cer of Care Resource, a Chlamydia is a common STD that can infect and is now the recommended method for diagnosis nonprofi t and health center for uninsured and under-insured LGBT both men and women, according to the CDC. immediate and of chlamydia,” Gambineri said. “Moreover, NAAT patients in Miami-Dade and Broward counties, gave his opinion on It can be contracted by having vaginal, anal long-term requires a urine sample rather than an invasive more cases of syphilis among gay men in South Florida. or oral sex with someone who has the STD. swabbing of the suspected infection site, a far more “It’s the increase in use of recreational drugs, such as crystal If a sex partner is male, Chlamydia can still be health and well- acceptable option for clients who opt for testing.” meth, ‘molly,’ and ‘bath salts.’ These drugs, and alcohol, cause contracted even if he does not ejaculate (cum). Gambineri further noted that the state health increases with high-risk unprotected/condomless sex,” Santiago Gonorrhea, which can infect men or women, being." department has implemented a new surveillance said. can cause infections in the genitals, rectum and and case management system for STDs that has He added, “It is common to diagnose someone with an STD throat, the CDC reports. - CDC Trends Report been in place since 2006, and today is at almost and HIV at the same time. The risk is increased even further if the Federal, state and local health agencies are 100-percent reporting with testing laboratories. person uses recreational drugs.” aware of an uptick in STDs and are working “This new system has the ability to incorporate Syphilis is an STD that can cause long-term complications if to address the increase through educational laboratory results through electronic transmission,” not treated correctly. Symptoms in adults are divided into stages – campaigns, improved testing and better reporting methods. she said. “In 2015, approximately 95 percent of all positive STD lab primary, secondary, latent, and late syphilis – according to the CDC. Many STD cases go undiagnosed and unreported, and a majority reports received by the department were electronic.” Syphilis can be contracted through direct contact with a syphilis of cases when discovered are in private physician offi ces or health State-level data for this STD trend is not broken down by age sore during vaginal, anal or oral sex. Sores can be found on the maintenance organizations, according to the CDC. groups, gender or sexual orientation; however, the state health penis, vagina, anus, in the rectum or on the lips and in the mouth. Miami-Dade and Broward counties collectively accounted for department estimates that almost 200,000 gay men live in South “The CDC reported recently that condomless sex had increased the largest number of primarily chlamydia cases, followed by Florida, according to Latinos Salud. by 20 percent over the past decade amongst gay men. This can gonorrhea and syphilis cases in South Florida and statewide from Fallon, from Salud, said gonorrhea and chlamydia cases are absolutely contribute to a rise in STD cases,” said Stephen Fallon, 2005-2014, according to data from the Florida Department of highest among heterosexual women, but that’s “largely a matter of executive director of Latinos Salud, a gay men’s health and Health’s Division of Public Health Statistics. missed opportunities for diagnosis… Studies show that if screening advocacy organization with offi ces and STD testing facilities in During this time period, Miami-Dade County STD cases for gay men doesn’t include self-collected rectal specimens, up to Wilton Manors and Miami Beach. increased from 5,721 to 13,440. Broward County cases increased 60 percent of infections will be missed. We’re in negotiations to add In 2014, general population increases were seen in all three from 6,490 to 11,791. Palm Beach County had a smaller increase in that screening to our service rooster.” nationally reported STDS – chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis cases from 3,085 to 5,955. Fallon added that Salud has a new program called “DIversiSafe,” (primary, secondary and congenital) – the CDC said. Statewide, there was an upward trend from 64,321 to 105,461 which empowers gay men to choose their preferred method of

12 • 3.2.2016 news state protection against STDs. believe that ‘normalizing’ unprotected sex in “For some, that will be condoms. For others, this manner will decrease the perception of the who are never going to be comfortable with risk that it carries,” Santiago said. condoms, we educate them about choices like Gambineri said STDs are preventable and negotiated safety, PrEP and TasP (treatment that state and county health departments are as prevention). Properly implemented, any of “committed to educating communities… on how these will lower new HIV infections, though to prevent STDs by making positive choices, only negotiated safety would likely lower STDs. as well as knowing how and where to receive For those using any of the ‘condomless’ risk testing and treatment.” reduction methods, we recommend vaccination She added, “Detecting and treating STDs against hepatitis A and B, and against HPV,” he early is key to protecting population health. said. All county health departments off er STD Santiago, from Care Resource, doesn’t testing services; some even have mobile health necessarily agree with this approach. units that go into communities with high-risk “This is also somewhat controversial. I populations.”

The stages of syphilis

PRIMARY STAGE The appearance of a single chancre marks the primary (fi rst) stage of syphilis symptoms, but there may be multiple sores. The chancre is usually fi rm, round, and painless. It appears at the location where syphilis entered the body. These painless chancres can occur in locations that make them diffi cult to fi nd (e.g., the vagina or anus). The chancre lasts 3 to 6 weeks and heals regardless of whether a person is treated or not. However, if the infected person does not receive adequate treatment, the infection progresses to the secondary stage.

SECONDARY STAGE Skin rashes and/or mucous membrane lesions (sores in the mouth, vagina, or anus) mark the second stage of symptoms. This stage typically starts with the development of a rash on one or more areas of the body. Rashes associated with secondary syphilis can appear when the primary chancre is healing or several weeks after the chancre has healed. The rash usually does not cause itching. The characteristic rash of secondary syphilis may appear as rough, red, or reddish brown spots both on the palms of the hands and the bottoms of the feet. However, rashes with a different appearance may occur on other parts of the body, sometimes resembling rashes caused by other diseases. Sometimes rashes associated with secondary syphilis are so faint that they are not noticed. Large, raised, gray or white lesions, known as condyloma lata, may develop in warm, moist areas such as the mouth, underarm or groin region. In addition to rashes, symptoms of second- ary syphilis may include fever, swollen lymph glands, sore throat, patchy hair loss, headaches, weight loss, muscle aches, and fatigue. The symptoms of secondary syphilis will go away with or without treatment, but without treatment, the infection will progress to the latent and possibly late stages of disease.

LATENT AND LATE STAGES The latent (hidden) stage of syphilis begins when primary and secondary symptoms disappear. Without treatment, the infected person will continue to have syphilis infection in their body even though there are no signs or symptoms. Early latent syphilis is latent syphilis where infection occurred within the past 12 months. Late latent syphilis is latent syphilis where infection occurred more than 12 months ago. Latent syphilis can last for years. The late stages of syphilis can develop in about 15 percent of people who have not been treat- ed for syphilis, and can appear 10–20 years after infection was fi rst acquired. In the late stages of syphilis, the disease may damage the internal organs, including the brain, nerves, eyes, heart, blood vessels, liver, bones, and joints. Symptoms of the late stage of syphilis include diffi culty coordinating muscle movements, paralysis, numbness, gradual blindness, and dementia. This damage may be serious enough to cause death.

NEUROSYPHILIS Syphilis can invade the nervous system at any stage of infection, and causes a wide range of symptoms varying from no symptoms at all, to headache, altered behavior, and movement problems that look like other neurologic diseases, such as Parkinson’s or Huntington’s disease. This invasion of the nervous system is called “neurosyphilis.” Ocular syphilis, a clinical manifestation of neurosyphilis, can involve almost any eye structure, but posterior uveitis and panuveitis are the most common. Ocular syphilis may lead to decreased visual acuity including permanent blindness. Clinicians should be aware of ocular syphilis and screen for visual complaints in any patient at risk for syphilis (e.g., MSM, HIV-infected persons, others with risk factors and persons with multiple or anonymous partners).

HIV INFECTION AND SYPHILIS SYMPTOMS Individuals who are HIV-positive can develop symptoms very different from the symptoms described above, including hypo-pigmented skin rashes. HIV can also increase the chances of developing syphilis with neu- rological involvement.

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lEvi's TEams Up WiTh harvEy milk FoUNdaTioN John McDonald pridE CENTEr To hosT WomEN’s evi’s, the iconic American clothing backward sporting a rainbow colored Levis company known for its denim brand logo. hisTory arT EXhBiTioN Lblue jeans, is teaming up with the It is designed to be gender neutral and Denise Royal Harvey Milk Foundation on a new ad inclusive of a whole range of body types campaign. and comes as the Levi’s Pride Collection The ad depicts two people in a supportive is being introduced for the fi rst time ever pose, one wearing a Harvey Milk denim in Australia. Levi’s is promising to donate he Pride Center at Equality Park, in paintings. She has produced murals in the US collaboration with Chic Flix, will as well as in Europe as well as paintings on jacket, arm draped around the other who a portion of the collection’s sales to the Thost the sixth annual art exhibition canvases of all sizes. is wearing a baseball cap turned around Harvey Milk Foundation. commemorating Women’s History Month. Ivette Ortiz - a mixed media artist. The show explores the creative perspective Ivette breathes new life into bits and pieces of 17 multidisciplinary female artists across of old, worn, and forgotten photographs various mediums and genres. The works and elements and incorporates them into highlight the contributions of women through her mixed media portrait collages and history and contemporary society. assemblages. She enjoys bringing life to the “We are very excited to be curating this photographic history of these images, each annual show for them for the sixth consecutive with its own narrative; trying to tell the story year,” says Closet Talk’s Judissa Atkinson. “We behind each one. Her work further allows the have a diverse group of women exhibiting this viewer to imagine their own narrative. year.” Niki Lopez - a multi-media artist A few highlights for some of the artists who works primarily in acrylics, “My include: representational work allows me to share and explore stories, symbols and concepts from Anabel Peicher - a widely exhibited ancient cultures and ideologies, as well as sculpture artist with many accolades. She had provoke thought as to the probability of life her fi rst solo art exhibit in 2010 at Gallery 101 in other dimensions, multiple universes and in Ft. Lauderdale. She also exhibited at the galaxies, how they are all inter-connected with CAS Gallery at UM on June 2014, with the us here on planet earth,” says Lopez. Known Ceramic League Miami in which she won the for her vibrant color palate, Lopez’s often Buck Weaver memorial merit award for her ‘other-worldly’ art has been exhibited across ceramic Abstract III. She also has participated South Florida (including the Fort Lauderdale at Flamingo Gardens Art Fest, winning fi rst Museum of Art), New York and California. place for 3D sculpture in 2013 and 2014 and an honorable mention in 2016. The Gallery reception event will take place Florencia Clement de Grandprey March 18th from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Artists will – known for her portrayal of strong, confi dent be in attendance to discuss their creations. women. She does so by recycling and re- Sponsored entertainment will include a purposing materials that would otherwise be contemporary dance number by cutting-edge disposed of such as discontinued fabric and dance company: Impulsik, and live painting by paper samples. Clement de Grandprey is a iconic artist: Teepop. Additionally, the show professional makeup artist as well, and uses will include music, raffl es, hors d’oeuvres, her knowledge in art and makeup artistry beer, and wine. The vent is free and open to interchangeably to create realistic portrait-like the general public.

This exhibition is organized and circulated by Chic Flix, the creators of ClosetTalk.com and The Pride Center at Equality Park. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/474209946099357/.

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The course experience hours are: Friday - 7 p.m.- approx. 10:30 p.m., Saturday - 9 a.m. - approx. 10 p.m. and Sunday - 9 a.m. - approx 7 p.m. There will be plenty of breaks and healthy snacks are available. SunServe is located at 1480 SW 9th Ave. in Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33315.

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(SFGN) Ashley Williams is a Black queer The speech has come under scrutiny as organizer living in Charlotte, North Carolina an example of Clinton’s previous support the Nation reports. But Wednesday, Williams for incarceration policies which had a drew attention for interrupting a private disproportionately negative eff ect on the (AP) School superintendents in Texas The amendment goes into eff ect Aug. 1. fundraiser for Hillary Clinton. While Clinton black community. have overwhelmingly approved a change It does allow other government documents was delivering a speech, Williams stood in "I thought that quote was important not that requires public school offi cials to use to be used for the purpose of identifi cation front of her with a sign that read “We have only because it was her own words, but a birth certifi cate to determine a student- if a birth certifi cate is unavailable. to bring them to heel,” a quote from Clinton’s because that was her pathologizing black athlete's gender. Transgender advocates condemned 1996 “super predators” speech. youth as these criminal, animal people," A referendum ballot submitted to the move, saying it will force transgender "They are often the kinds of kids that Williams told The Washington Post. "And superintendents last month shows they students to amend their birth certifi cate, are called 'super-predators,'" Clinton said we know that’s not right and we know that’s voted 586 to 32 to amend University a laborious and costly process, in order in 1996, in reference to an increased rate really racist." Interscholastic League rules when it comes to play. Chris Mosier, the founder of of crime and violence. “No conscience, no In a written response to The Washington to transgender athletes. The UIL is the TransAthlete.com, told the newspaper that empathy, we can talk about why they ended Post Clinton said: “Looking back, I shouldn’t state's governing body for high school the policy would deny transgender athletes up that way, but fi rst we have to bring them have used those words, and I wouldn’t use sports. an "equal opportunity to sports." to heel." them today."

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s the LGBT community goes to vote in why,” Robert F. Kennedy once said, quoting prisoner or joking about foam parties at the immigration plan and strengthening America’s the Florida primary on March 15, both George Bernard Shaw, “but I see things as they Warsaw. position in Eastern Europe. Agay Republicans and Democrats will get can be, and ask, ‘Why not?’ Donald Trump has become more than a Rubio stands with Israel against terror, and to select the candidate to represent their party. Politics should be inspirational and huckster with bad hair. He has inspired hate he stands with the military being bolstered to But when it comes to the Republican primary motivational. We should be asking not how to and fear, and become all that Neo-Fascists are. prevent America from becoming a victim of it. there is only one choice and that’s Marco Rubio. make America white again, but how to make He has placed the safety of Americans at risk Rubio actually has a tax plan that analysts Republicans may represent the minority of America wider, open to all, and excluded to all over the world, threatening torture and can review. He will probably gain a lot of LGBT voters in South Florida, but you certainly none. unconstitutional uses of force. He has attacked support for his call that we have “20,000 deserve a respectable voice in the general Our national motto, from the days of our peoples and populations, and mocked the new border agents instead of 20,000 new IRS election. Marco Rubio is best suited to be that founders, was ‘E Pluribus Unum,’ or, ‘Out of disabled. agents.” voice. Many, One.’ America is a melting pot, a nation Anyone who stands up to him, from jurists to The point here is not to endorse Rubio’s After a knockdown, dragged out fi ght, only of immigrants dreaming of how today we can journalists, has been called names and now he position on any of these issues. The point a few Republicans are still standing against make things better tomorrow. is threatening the press. The candidacy of the here is that his candidacy allows America to Donald Trump. It has been a winnowing Marco Rubio set upon his campaign with neo-Fascist with a spray tan and puff ed up face thoughtfully debate issues and ideas, from process that began with 17 candidates. Others many views that are inconsistent with LGBT will only further sour a campaign season he has Cuba to the constitution, from Supreme Court may have been more progressive, but Marco aspirations. He has spoken out against already toxifi ed with bile and venom. justices to social security and better ways to Rubio has shown the wit and wisdom, the guts same sex marriage, and judicial decisions Rubio is now the target of Trump, but of take care of our seniors. and gumption, to be his party’s best standard- authenticating them. But he called not for hate course not on ideas or issues. In one day, Accordingly, with so much at stake, the bearer. and insurrection, only a promise to advance his Trump demeaned Rubio on personal looks, South Florida Gay News has to take a position. Trump has a whole bunch of delegates after beliefs judicially and justly, in courts of law and hygiene, and height. Still, Rubio has taught the And our position is that Donald Trump simply last night’s Super Tuesday contests. But an legislative forums. Trumpster a lesson – two can play the same must not win. election is a marathon, not a sprint, and Marco With Rubio as the nominee of the Republican game. Next week, we will express our preference Rubio has the tenacity and toughness to push Party, America will get to debate conservatism Trump is discombobulating on stage, in the Democratic Presidential primary. But on and unite his party. The future of democracy vs. liberalism, a move forward towards stupidly trying to justify the fraud that was right now, Republicans have to choose between and his party is at stake. He should and he must. diversity or a retreat back to nationalism. His Trump University and the failures of his a candidate or a Klandidate; a respected U.S. Make no mistake about it. Donald Trump has positions may not agree with ours, but we four business bankruptcies. It has become Senator or a disgusting businessman who lies not just brought this primary into the gutter; will debate issues intelligently, advance ideas increasingly obvious that Trump can’t stand unconscionably every day. he has disgraced the Republican Party. He has respectfully, and enhance the political process the heat. He can’t take what he gives out. Bullies The interest of the U.S. will best be served if demeaned the legacy of Reagan, the memory of exponentially. are always that way. Marco Rubio represented the Republican Party Eisenhower, the party of Abraham Lincoln. With Marco Rubio as the Republican Let’s help take him down. in this year’s presidential election. Trump has poisoned the political process candidate, America will debate whether Still, while you have seen fi ve minutes of If you are a Log Cabin Republican, if you are this year, demeaned and disgraced the Democrats or Republicans serve our nation’s Rubio standing up to Trump on the airwaves a member of the South Florida gay community, presidential race, reduced American electoral best interests. We won’t be inciting bigotry or lately, you have not seen his 40 minutes of policy or just a plain ordinary good old god fearing politics to a cesspool. standing silent against white supremacists. making speeches. He does not salute Putin or Republican, get out there on Tuesday, March “Some people see things as they are, and ask We won’t be mocking soldiers who were taken make fun of Mexicans. He talks of a progressive 15, and vote for Marco Rubio.

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ear attorney General lynch and agency charged with protecting America I do not question the need for strong 11th attacks to serve this purpose. dsecretary Johnson: from terrorists, to shut down a company enforcement in prostitution cases where All Americans owe a debt of gratitude I write regarding your departments’ that provided sex workers with a safer there is even a hint of minors being to the many DHS and DOJ employees who troubling investigation and on-going alternative to street walking or relying exploited, where human traffi cking plays a work tirelessly to keep us safe. But for criminal prosecution of individuals on pimps. The defendants have not been role, or where there is evidence of coercion. much of American history, marginalized associated with the website Rentboy.com. accused of exploiting sex workers, featuring That does not appear to be the issue here. communities have experienced government I believe your decision to devote taxpayer minors on the website, fi nancial crimes or There was no indication of exploitation, primarily through harassment and resources to pursue this matter raises other serious off enses that would warrant a traffi cking, or coercion on Rentboy.com. oppression. In recent years, we have made deeply troubling questions federal prosecution. Yet, to my knowledge, Rentboy.com has real progress towards greater LGBT equality. about the priorities of More troubling still is the earned the distinction of being the only President Obama and his administration your departments and role that anti-LGBT attitudes Internet-based site without any of these deserve tremendous credit for supporting the motivations of those and biases may have played in antecedent crimes to be targeted by the and enabling that progress. But this under your direction who More troubling your pursuit of this matter. As Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”). seemingly arbitrary action by DHS and DOJ have now spent untold the Gay City News reported in Based on their own prosecutorial work – which appears to be aimed at shaming the time and resources on this still is the role September: product, I am deeply concerned that your LGBT community rather than protecting the issue, including the use of that anti-LGBT In a 22-page complaint and investigators were more motivated by the American people – comes off as a disturbing undercover agents, rather affi davit fi led by Homeland nature and orientation of the sexual activity relic of our troubled past. It is that dark than being focused on attitudes and Security Special Agent Susan facilitated by Rentboy.com than whatever history that drives my concern over your combatting terrorism and biases may have Ruiz in support of the arrest unremarkable off enses the website’s prosecution of Rentboy.com. violent criminal activity. warrants, we read an awful operators may have assisted. Ultimately what I am asking for is You no doubt believe you played in your lot about the sexual desires In America, gay sex is not a crime. Many answers. I request that you each respond have uncovered evidence pursuit of this Rentboy.com’s customers of us have fought for years to have LGBT in writing with a specifi c explanation of suggesting Rentboy.com could expect to satisfy by relationships treated with the same dignity why Rentboy.com was so uniquely targeted. was profi ting from illegal matter. hiring escorts who advertised and respect long aff orded relationships in Because without those answers, the actions activity. As you know, this there...In place of the usual the straight community. By elevating the of your departments will continue to raise website operated entirely objections to prostitution, we investigation and prosecution of Rentboy. deep concerns in the LGBT community out in the open for nearly are off ered salacious details of com into a matter of “national security”, your and beyond about the motivations for this two decades. As the New York Times wrote gay men’s sexual appetites. It’s hard not to departments run the risk of resurrecting seemingly heavy-handed use of taxpayer recently in an editorial: conclude that law enforcement crafted the discredited and discriminatory attitudes resources. Prosecutors…have provided no complaint and affi davit to appeal to popular about the consensual sexual activity of reasonable justifi cation for devoting disgust with the activities described. This LGBT adults. The Department of Homeland signifi cant resources, particularly from an may have been calibrated to incite visceral Security, in particular, was not established very truly yours, homophobic attitudes…. by Congress in the wake of the September Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney

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Volume 3 • Issue 5 GazetteMarch 2, 2016 Twice-Monthly Neighborhood Outlook

Business Community Colohatchee Focus Commission Passes Vacation Group Ready to Meet Rental Regulations By Michael d’Oliveira Rules go into effect in 90 days By Michael d’Oliveira A letter from multiple realtor associations was enough to cause a lengthy commission discussion on the new vacation rental regulations, but not enough to stop the regulations from being approved. At their Feb. 23 meeting, commissioners unanimously approved the new regulations, which go into eff ect 90 days from the time they were passed. Greater Fort Lauderdale Realtors sent a letter to That leaves the commission time to make changes. the commission outlining concerns they had with Commissioners expressed annoyance at the regulations. The letter, drafted by the law fi rm receiving the letter only hours before their meeting. Robinson & Cole, outlined concerns over potentially “I’m a little perturbed by that. I don’t like the manner high registration fees and that certain regulations in which this was presented,” said Commissioner were “overly burdensome.” Long a destination for sexual To pay for it, Caan said the city Julie Carson. Mayor Gary Resnick called it “bad faith.” Mindful of a possible lawsuit, Commissioner rendezvous, Colohatchee Park has would most likely develop a Capital Adam Sanders, director of government aff airs for Justin Flippen said he wanted the regulations to be been the subject of numerous resident Improvement Plan. “Similar to the The Greater Fort Lauderdale Realtors, wrote in an “as legally defensible as possible.” complaints over the years. Some process with Mickel.” Just like Mickel, email, “I apologize for the late arrival of the analysis, City Attorney Kerry Ezrol reiterated that the more residents are so dismayed over the he said the city will also be able to apply which the National Association of Realtors and the stringent and restrictive the regulations, the more park’s reputation as a place for sex that for government grants to help fund partnered fi rm have been working on extensively.” likely the city could be sued. “It’s a question of what they have intentionally refrained from improvements. It’s all about showing Vacation rentals have been controversial for your appetite for litigation is,” said Ezrol. The state using the facility. the plans are publically-driven.” years with residents complaining that visitors legislature has also prohibited local governments Now, just like Mickel Park, which Reopened last July at a cost of $1.5 who rent homes in their neighborhoods are often from passing laws which would prohibit vacation was redeveloped after years of neglect million, the Mickel Park improvements disrespectful, leave trash and cause a lot of noise. rentals. and had become a destination for are funded through a $744,000 bank “The time to take action is now,” said Sal Torre, A previous attempt by the city to regulate prostitution, crime and drugs, a focus loan with the rest coming from general president of the Westside Association of Wilton vacation rentals resulted in a lawsuit that the city lost. group will be held to get resident input funds, impact fees and grants. Manors. Those defending vacation rentals have said Ezrol said the city lost because former Community on how to repurpose the park. Mickel’s improvements include that not all of them create problems for neighbors Services director Wayne Thies tried to regulate Patrick Caan, director of Leisure a walking trail, security cameras, and that many are professionally-run and actually vacation rentals by classifying them as transient Services, said the fi rst focus group estate-style fencing, pavilion, concert help the city by improving property values. rentals. A judge disagreed with the classifi cation. meeting will be held on March 16 at 6:30 performance area, volleyball court, Under the new regulations, vacation rental Commissioners have said they are confi dent the p.m. at Hagen Park Community Center, additional bathroom, fi tness equipment owners will have to pay registration fees, register new regulations fall within the law but also directed 2020 Wilton Drive. stations and shade canopies. their property, comply with waste disposal and Ezrol to write the Attorney General Pam Bondi and The focus group will be given the Caan said the top responses in maximum occupancy rules, be available 24/7 to ask if it is possible to limit the number of vacation results of a survey which asked residents the Colohatchee survey included address concerns, submit to inspections and provide rentals on one street. Commissioners compared that what kind of programs and amenities expanding the dog park, adding kayak hard surface parking for all vehicles. Parking in restriction to the laws that prevent bars from being they’d like to see Colohatchee off er. and paddle boards, an outdoor fi tness swales would not be allowed. The registration fee has too close to schools and churches. Caan said the group will look at the area, walking or jogging path, upgrades yet to be determined. Resident Paul Kuta suggested a 50 percent cap current conditions, review the results to the pavilion and improving security Paul Rolli, president of the Central Area on each street. “I chose that generous percentage of the surveys and, working with city by adding cameras and additional park Neighborhood Association, suggested that a list of because that’s what we have in our ordinance offi cials, “come up with a park site staff or police support. “Those are the vacation rentals should be made public so potential as a limit on the number of bed and breakfast master plan. The goal of a park site core things we will discuss.” WMG home buyers know if the property they want to establishments we can have on NE 6 Avenue and master plan is to implement the desired purchase is next to a vacation rental. NE 26 Street, and the city has never been sued.” amenities.” For more information, call 954-390-2130. The National Association of Realtors and WMG • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • www.WMGAZETTE.com • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

1 • March 2, 2016 3.2.2016 • 25 Opinion Wilton Mano rs No Term Limits in Wilton Manors Gazette

By Sal Torre MARCH 2, 2016 • VOLUME 3 • ISSUE 5 2520 N. DIXIE HIGHWAY • WILTON MANORS, FL 33305 PHONE: 954-530-4970 FAX: 954-530-7943

PUBLISHER • NORM KENT During the past few weeks I am hearing the rising drum beat coming [email protected] from a collection of newspaper articles, online postings and other CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER • PIER ANGELO GUIDUGLI comments that propose instituting term limits for city offi cials here in ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER / EXECUTIVE EDITOR • Wilton Manors. Stop right there! JASON PARSLEY There is absolutely no reason to impose term limits on elected offi cials [email protected] in our small city of Wilton Manors because we already have them. They’re last election Doug Blevins ran a tight race, but fell short. Mayor Resnick Editorial called “elections!” It would seem that those who lose elections and those is still our Mayor, not due to a faulty system that term limits will cure, ART DIRECTOR • BRENDON LIES who do not like the results of an election need someone or something but because our residents keep voting him back into offi ce. Wow, I think [email protected] to blame, claiming that the system is rigged, incumbents are unbeatable, that’s called “democracy.” EDITORIAL ASSISTANT • JILLIAN MELERO and so on and so on. Does it ever cross their minds that these offi cials are Now there might be good arguments for term limits when we talk [email protected] reelected again and again because the majority of Wilton Manors voters about Congressional races or perhaps state offi ces. These campaigns cost NEWS EDITOR • MICHAEL D’OLIVEIRA feel they deserve to stay in offi ce? millions of dollars to run, and incumbents defi nitely have the advantage, Correspondents No argument will convince me that Wilton Manors is not better off no doubt about it! NATALYA JONES • JOHN MCDONALD • Here in Wilton Manors, far less money is needed and can easily be JAMES OAKSUN each and every day Commissioner Scott Newton continues to serve our wonderful city. Commission Newton always takes the time to listen to his raised by anyone who has any real chance of winning and serving on fellow residents, is not afraid to make the tough or unpopular decisions, the Commission. Our city has less than 12,000 residents, and you need Staff Photographers has actively supported the LGBT community for many years, and has to reach at most 3,000 voters. A disliked offi ce holder can have all the J.R. DAVIS • POMPANO BILL • STEVEN SHIRES always believed that Wilton Manors can be even better as we move campaign dollars one can ask for, but getting those votes from residents Sales & Marketing forward. Term limits would have pushed Scott Newton out long ago, and on such a small scale needs more than dollars and incumbency. It DIRECTOR OF SALES & MARKETING • MIKE TROTTIER I for one think that Wilton Manors would have suff ered because of it. requires a level of trust, a solid record of accomplishments within the [email protected] Our Mayor, Gary Resnick, is also mentioned when people talk about community, ¬ and an electorate that feels secure about who they are term limits. Our Mayor has to run for offi ce every two years, unlike the voting for. SALES MANAGER • JUSTIN WYSE four-year terms of our City Commissioners, and yet we continue to elect Term limits on a local level are being peddled by some in our [email protected] Mr. Resnick as our Mayor. The simple truth here is that the majority of community as the cure-all wonder drug that will end all evil. Let’s stop ADVERTISING SALES ASSOCIATE • EDWIN NEIMANN our residents vote him back into offi ce because they feel he is doing his looking for an easy road to getting elected, and let’s start earning it the [email protected] old fashion way--through hard work, trust, respect, community service, job. ADVERTISING SALES ASSOCIATE • CINDY CURTIS Obviously there are many who feel diff erently and many who disagree and educating the residents of our great city on who will be the best [email protected] with Mayor Resnick, but term limits are not the way to unseat him. A choice come Election Day! Term limits will only limit choices, and over ADVERTISING SALES ASSOCIATE • JIM ALBRIGHT true hard-fought campaign and educating voters are the way to do it. time will strip our city of dedicated community servants who do their [email protected] A few years back, a very negative and slanderous campaign was waged jobs very well! against Mayor Resnick. Another year the Mayor ran un-opposed, and So, get out and vote!...cause life will just get better here. WMG ACCOUNTING SERVICES BY CG BOOKKEEPING

South Florida Gay News is published weekly. The opinions expressed in columns, stories, and letters to the editor do not Politics represent the opinions of SFGN, or the Publisher. You should not presume the sexual orientation of individuals based on their names or pictorial representations. Furthermore the word “gay” in SFGN should be interpreted to be inclusive of the entire LGBT community. All of the material/columns that appears in print and online, including articles used in conjunction with the AP, is Term Limits May Go protected under federal copyright and intellectual property laws, and is jealously guarded by the newspaper. Nothing published may be reprinted in whole or part without getting written consent from Before Voters in 2018 the Publisher, at his law offi ce, at [email protected]. SFGN, as a private corporation, reserves the right to enforce its own standards regarding the suitability of advertising copy, illustrations By Michael d’Oliveira and photographs. Associated Press The question of adding city commission the limits were enacted, commissioners to review the charter and recommend term limits probably won’t show up on this in offi ce at the time, like former mayor changes. With the commission’s approval, year’s ballot. Jim Naugle, who had already been mayor the recommendations would be presented Offi cials discussed the idea at their since 1991, were allowed to serve up to an to voters for approval. If enough signatures Feb. 23 meeting. Resident and former additional three terms. from voters are collected, a rejected mayoral candidate Doug Blevins prompted Vice Mayor Scott Newton said in a recommendation could still end up on the Copyright © 2014 South Florida Gay News.com, Inc. Commissioner Julie Carson to bring it before previous article that he believes term limits ballot. the rest of the commission. Blevins has are already imposed on commissioners – by No commissioner expressed an objection argued that Wilton Manors should follow voters who kick them out of offi ce at the to the issue of term limits, but Blevins’ other Fort Lauderdale, Oakland Park and other ballot box if they don’t approve of their job idea, limits on advisory board members, want it ready for November]. I like the idea of cities and enact term limits. performance. seemed not to have any support from the thinking about it. It makes more sense,” said One possibility [similar to Oakland Park] “Now is a really good time to consider commission. Mayor Gary Resnick. is allowing commissioners and the mayor doing that,” said Carson about adding term With the end of May as the deadline to get Commissioner Tom Green also suggested that to serve multiple terms for up to eight limits. “There are lots of things that need to a ballot question approved by the state, city the charter changes would be overshadowed consecutive years and taking a two-year be changed in the charter. I’d rather do them commissioners said they don’t think enough by this year’s presidential race as well as all break before running again. in a group rather than piecemeal.” time was left to form a committee to review the state candidates and amendments on the Fort Lauderdale limits its elected offi cials The fi rst step is convening a charter all the possible charter changes. ballot. “It will be a much shorter ballot [in to three consecutive three-year terms. When review committee made up of residents “We’ve got to do it very quickly [if we 2018],” said Green. WMG

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26 • 3.2.2016 2 • March 2, 2016 Real Estate Geek Who's Doing What In WilMa (Real Estate) By James Oaksun

Recently I was in Orlando at the Florida Realtors midwinter Periodically I take a look at the competitive situation here meeting. While there I saw the updated membership stats in WilMa. Does any one Realtor dominate the market in the for the Realtor boards here in South Florida. Would you Island City? Does any one brokerage company? Just how believe that across all three counties there are about 70,000 fragmented is the business and what implications might that Realtors? have for Realtors and brokers (and customers too)? I looked at all sales of single-family homes, town homes and condos for calendar years 2014 and 2015 combined. I wanted to see who was doing what – how many transactions, how much sales volume. No I won't name names (but I do know them). Over the last two years, more than 650 Realtors were involved in at least one sales transaction here in the Island Clearly no one Realtor (or even group of Realtors) City. Those Realtors represented more than 250 separate dominates. brokerage companies. Of course, most of those Realtors (and When you consider market share in WilMa for the various companies) were involved in exactly one WilMa transaction brokerage companies, even that would still be considered a in that time frame. fragmented market by the standard defi nition. The leading Holy Fragmentation! company in the Island City does about 11 percent of the total But how does the business distribute overall? The two pie volume. Yet the “Top Five” fi rms do only 41 percent, and charts here spell it all out. Considering individual Realtors, more than 250 companies have at least a small piece of the the Realtor who did the most Island City business the last WilMa pie. WMG two years had just under three percent of the total market. The “Top 10” have 18 percent of the market. The “Top 50” James Oaksun, Broward's Real Estate GeekSM, is a Realtor have 41 percent! Bear in mind it is a fairly large market with with the Wilton Manors offi ce of RE/MAX Preferred. In more than $100 million in annual sales volume (Multiple addition to having degrees from Dartmouth and Cornell, he Listing Service sales only). is a graduate of the Realtors Institute (GRI).

3 • March 2, 2016 3.2.2016 • 27 Business Community BID Board Seat Open Code Compliance Officials By Michael d’Oliveira Push For Improvements The resignation of Business to the street and to fund the Two Lane By Michael d’Oliveira Improvement District [BID] Board member Initiative, which would reduce the number Danny Scarfone has left his seat on the of lanes on Wilton Drive from four to two. seven-member board open. The goal of the Two-Lane Initiative is to The BID Board was formed last year improve pedestrian safety and add more to oversee the additional tax money landscaping and parking. generated from commercial properties To apply for the board, call 954-390- on Wilton Drive. The commission has 2100. WMG the ultimate power to decide how the City offi cials have always maintained that the end of May and said some property owners additional tax money is generated but the their main goal with code compliance is to have already made improvements to parking board can make recommendations and get home and business owners to keep their lot surfaces, landscaping and other problem it will have the fi nal determination over properties looking presentable, not collect areas. assessments. fi nes. “I applaud your eff orts,” said Mayor The board is made up of three business To do that, the city’s Code Compliance Gary Resnick to Davila. “Code compliance owners, three property owners and Department is in the midst of its Main is incredibly important. Especially among one resident. Scarfone, who cited other Thoroughfare Action Plan, an appeal to our commercial thoroughfares. I’d like to obligations as his reason for resigning, commercial property owners along the city’s keep a better handle on that.” Resnick added owns Scarfone’s on Wilton Drive and held primary roadways – Wilton Drive, Oakland that property values are directly tied to code one of the business owner seats. Park Boulevard, Powerline Road, Andrews enforcement and that it is sorely needed along The goal is to raise $1 million over the Avenue, Dixie Highway and Northeast 26 Andrews Avenue and Oakland Park Boulevard. next 10 years; a maximum cap of $100,000 Street. “Virtually none are in compliance,” Resnick per year has been set. The bill for each Code Compliance Supervisor Julio Davila said. property owner will be based on square said the hope is that letters, sent to 409 Commissioner Julie Carson said she’d Photo: Facbeook. footage. property owners, will spur action “so there’s a like to see more information provided on the The money generated could be used little less to do.” progress that Code Compliance is making. “We for marketing, to make improvements The program has been divided into four are tracking the dollar amount reinvested,” said stages. Davila estimated it would be fi nished by City Manager Leigh Ann Henderson. WMG Briefs Egg Hunts, Parking Meters and a Science Fair By Michael d’Oliveira News briefs from around Wilton Manors

New Parking Meters Will Take Credit Cards Sponsors Needed for Wilton Manors Elementary’s Science Night Don’t always have change available for a lot of handicapped people who complain. Wilton Manors parking meter? That won’t It’s very important we have these lowered,” Science Night at Wilton Manors organizing the event, which takes place be a problem anymore. Soon, the city will said Commissioner Julie Carson. Elementary won’t feature the standard every year at the school. This year, it replace the coin only single parking space Bob Mays, fi nance director and parking paper mache volcano, but vinegar and will be held in the school cafeteria on meters and replace them with meters that contract administrator, recommended baking soda will still be mixed to get April 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. accept coins and credit cards. the new meters because it is becoming that classic chemical reaction. “Some of the activities correlate On Feb. 23, commissioners voted to increasingly diffi cult and costly to maintain That will be one of 15 science with the state standards they have to spend $83,575 to purchase and install 130 the current ones. He also estimates that stations set up to teach students know,” Heinle said. “This is the fi rst of the new meters. The new meters will the new meters will result in an increase about various scientifi c principles, year we have organized it ourselves.” also be installed at a height that is more in revenue – from $193 per meter to $290. including photosynthesis, the water But it’s also fun. user friendly for those in wheelchairs. “The new meters should pay for themselves cycle, sound waves, fossilization, “The kids love it. They really do.” The meters not being replaced will also be in about 2 years,” Mays wrote. He expects magnetization, electricity, matter and Wilton Manors Elementary is lowered. IPS Group will install the meters the meters to have a life of about fi ve to simple machines. located at 2401 NE 3 Ave. To sponsor and lower the existing ones. “We do have a seven years. WMG Sharon Heinle, a teacher’s assistant one of the stations, $50 each, call 754- with a background in science lab, is 322-8950. WMG

Thousands of Easter eggs will be ripe for the pictures with Mr. Cottontail and more. The event Eggstravaganza picking on March 19 at Mickel Park, 2675 NW 7th is free and open to children, from newborns to Ave., during the city’s Annual Eggstravaganza Egg 13. Additional parking is available at St. Clement Hunt. The egg hunt starts promptly at 10:15 a.m. Church, 225 NW 29 St. A shuttle will carry Egg Hunt but there will also be entertainment, concessions, passengers to Mickel every 10 minutes. WMG

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Check SFGN next week where we'll feature three more women in honor of International Women's Day.

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nternational Women’s Day is a global celebration in all spheres of life. International Women’s Day Lynare Robbins that the United Nations marked as an official day to seeks to celebrate the social, economic, and political Icelebrate the accomplishments of women on March achievements of women and also signals a call to action 8, 1975. The day was inspired by the work of women in for unity and continued activism. labor movements across the U.S. and Europe in the early The following are local LBT South Florida women part of the Twentieth Century. who continue the legacy of International Women’s Day As the movement of women’s activism grew so in their efforts to bring about change and empowerment did support for women’s rights and gender equality in their communities.

martha sternberg Elena Naranjo Self Employed MS Ed, Licensed Mental Health Counselor What does International Women’s Day What does International Women’s Day mean to you? mean to you? It means women are recognized for their To me, International Women’s Day symbolizes achievements without divisions, whether the journey of women everywhere around the national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic world to make a space for themselves, where they or political. can be all that they can be. Women experience different levels of oppression in different parts Is there a historical woman that has of the world, but we all experience some form inspired you? of oppression, even if it’s seemingly subtle. And, Other than my mother, the first real while I no longer subscribe to a binary gender feminist I ever knew, I’ve always admired and system, I can appreciate that there is still a large been inspired by Eleanor Roosevelt, wife and divide between the way “men” and “women” are political aide of American president Franklin treated. International Women’s Day provides us Delano Roosevelt. Eleanor made a significant with an opportunity to reflect upon the things that still keep us from reaching our full potential. contribution to the field of human rights, a topic she campaigned upon throughout Is there a historical woman that has inspired you? her life. As head of the UN human rights Probably the first historical woman who impacted and inspired me as a child was Marie Curie. commission, she helped to draft the 1948 UN She was a brilliant chemist and physicist. She also had the self-confidence to pursue her dreams declaration of human rights. and never allowed society to limit her because of her gender. She gave me hope that, I too, had possibilities. What is your greatest achievement? That’s tough since I’m not sure I’ve reached that goal yet. But I’d say coming out in the mid-’80s What is your greatest achievement? was pretty brave since anti-LGBT sentiment was alive and well in the U.S. as it was the middle of Being present. I had a realization a few years ago that I wasn’t fully awake in my life. I the AIDS crisis. Those of us who were out and fighting for federal funding of AIDS drugs didn’t was going through the motions, but I was completely numb. In that “aha” moment, I made have time to think about what our coming out meant. We just knew we wanted to help save our a commitment to myself to be more present and make more conscious decisions. I began gay brothers and becoming separatist lesbians like some women we knew was never an option. So, to care more deeply about all living beings. It has made me an activist. I connected with my I joined thousands of others at the March on Washington in 1987 for equal rights and in 1993 for passion and now it is just a part of who I am. federal AIDS funding. How do you personally support or advocate women’s empowerment? How do you personally support or advocate women’s empowerment? I advocate women’s empowerment in all of my roles, as partner, stepmother, friend, supervisor, I’m proud to be one the seven founders of the Aqua Foundation for Women and seen how much therapist and board member for a women’s empowerment organization. I feel that we all have the the organization benefits women in South Florida, whether through grants or scholarships. I was responsibility to bring each other up. also proud to serve on the boards of Broward Women in Network and Pridelines Youth Services.

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Carthy Frye-Thomas Healthcare Marketing Leader What does International Women’s Day mean to you? I am reminded of the poem by William Ross Wallace that I read in high school called, “What Rules the World,” and of that very profound line, “For the Hand That Rocks the Cradle, Is the Hand That Rules the World.” The strength of that poem sums up perfectly what International Women’s Day means to me. The contributions that women have made throughout history deserve to be acknowledged and celebrated, as they have clearly changed the course of time. Is there a historical woman that has inspired you? There are so many famous women, both nationally and internationally that I admire. I have always been able to see greatness at any stage in life and for that inspiration I look closer to home. My mother, Aldith Phillips, has always been an inspiration of strength, fortitude and perseverance. I have always looked to her for motivation. Additionally, I have had many women mentors who’ve helped me along life’s journey. One of the most encouraging is a non-profi t business development executive and business owner, Cynthia Jerry. She is a philanthropist, community leader and mother, who gave me one of my fi rst opportunities to hone my public relations skills.

What is your greatest achievement? Marrying my wife and the process of starting our family in a community that is not always supportive, but doing so proudly and without apology is without question one of my greatest personal achievements. Professionally speaking, being considered a healthcare warrior, dedicated to creating excellent healthcare experiences, while consistently advocating for the community is also something I’m really proud of. Throughout my career, I’ve worked cross culturally in an eff ort to eradicate perceived barriers, connect with countless communities and provide programming to a variety of individuals. How do you personally support or advocate women’s empowerment? I strive to advocate and empower women daily by my involvement in many community organizations, including Suits, Stilettos and Lipstick, Inc. of which I am a board member. Our mission is to empower women and children through education, personal and professional development, mentorship, leadership training, networking and philanthropic endeavors. For the past three years it’s been an honor to support women and give voice to their needs. Working on behalf of women is not only fulfi lling, but at times, it can be a lot of fun. Throughout the years I’ve met some great people, grown passionate about my advocacy and learned a lot about myself - perhaps the biggest lesson I’ve amassed from my advocacy is that sometimes in life you don’t fi nd your purpose, your purpose fi nds you.

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3.2.2016 • 33 lifestyle history

homo hisTory 101 History was never as straight as we are told. recording our history means reporting the truth.

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he offi cial South Florida “season” starts aNd hErE is a raNdom shorT lisT oF with the fi rst sighting of a Quebec license Gay CaNadiaN CElEBriTiEs. Tplate. After that we know for sure that the avalanche is on its way. Our northern neighbors kathleen Wynne – Ontario - Canada's rst want what most Florida dreamers seem to openly gay premier. want, somewhere warm, active, provocative, adventuresome, comforting, gay, with blue skies. kd lang – Multiple Grammy Award-winning Florida’s siren song sounds irresistible, especially singer behind songs such as "Constant Craving." Sung in frost nipped ears. They are the snowbirds, a particularly stirring rendition of Leonard Cohen's prosperous enough to aff ord a temporary second "Hallelujah" at the 2010 Winter Olympics. home or condo unit or camper or RV. And so to make them feel welcome I want to scott Thompson – Actor and comedian, most dedicate this column to all the LGBT Canadian famous for " e Kids in the Hall." snowbirds before they head back: On October 19, 2015 the new wave of Trudeau- rufus Wainwright – Singer. mania ushered in big changes to the makeup of the LGBT caucus in Parliament, with three big scott heggart – Athlete, activist, online gay names going down to defeat and four new MPs rights advocate. to match them. Along with one retirement, that leaves six openly gay or lesbian MPs in Parliament. sarah vaillancourt – Member of Canada's gold The Liberal caucus now features four out medal-winning women's hockey team. gay men — a record for the party — including returning incumbent and former cabinet minister andré Boisclair – former leader of the Parti Scott Brison (Kings-Hants, NS), returning MP Rob Quebecois, was the rst openly gay politician in Oliphant (Don Valley West, ON), and newcomers Canada to win the leadership of a party with legislative Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton-Centre) and representation. Seamus O’Regan (St John’s South-Mount Pearl). Boissonnault and O’Regan are the fi rst douglas Coupland – Novelist and visual artist. openly gay MPs ever elected from Alberta and Newfoundland. ann-marie macdonald – Novelist, playwright Election night was not as happy for the and author. New Democrats, who lost, along with more than half their seats, three strong openly gay adamo ruggiero – Actor, best known for his incumbents: Craig Scott (Toronto-Danforth), role on "Degrassi:  e Next Generation." Dany Morin (Chicoutimi-Le Fjord) and Philip Toone (Gaspésie-Les Îsles-de-la-Madeleine). All Ellen page has starred in major lms including lost to Liberal challengers. The New Democrats "Juno," "Inception" When she came out in 2014, she queer caucus has been reduced to two members: said she did it because "maybe I can make a di erence. Randall Garrison held on to his seat in Esquimalt- Sanich-Sooke, and Sheri Benson won in Mark Tewksbury – Olympic gold medalist in Saskatoon West. Benson is the fi rst openly LGBT 100-metre backstroke at the 1992 Games in Barcelona. MP elected in Saskatchewan, and the only open lesbian in Parliament. Brian orser – ex- gure skater who won a silver The election was also notable for being the medal at the 1984 Olympic Games in Sarajevo. He fi rst time an openly trans person was put on the would later coach skaters Kim Yu-Na and Hanyu to ballot for an established party. Jennifer McCreath Olympic gold medals. ran under the new Strength in Democracy banner in Avalon, NL, where she received 84 votes (0.2 Gary paterson – became the United Church of percent). With Libby Davies’ retirement, Scott Canada's rst openly gay moderator in 2012. Brison is now the longest-serving openly gay MP in Parliament (both joined Parliament in 1997), Wade maclauchlan became the rst openly although he’ll have to win one more election to gay premier of Prince Edward Island in the 2015 beat the 25-year record set by Svend Robinson, election. He also previously served as president of the who retired in 2004. University of Prince Edward Island.

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Rick Karlin ragin’ for Cajun

othing gets me ragin’ for Cajun food more describes someone of European ancestry while Sandwiches include po’boys, burgers, fried For an extra buck you can combine three than the idea of Mardi Gras. For too many “Louisiana Creole” implies mixed racial ancestry. and blackened chicken and a patty comprised entrée options in one bowl. The fact that the Npeople the cuisine of New Orleans begins Cajun food is famous for being very well of a mixture of ground gator and spicy sausage, menu not only indicates the heat level for and ends at Popeye’s Fried Chicken. And while I seasoned and most dishes begin with a medley all of which come with a choice of tater tots, each dish, but also points out gluten free and do love me my Popeye’s (especially after a few too of vegetables based on the French mirepoix fries or authentic Zapp’s chips. Entrée options vegan options is a nice touch. Whatever you many cocktails), Louisiana cooking is so much (onion, celery, and bell pepper) the “holy trinity include crawfish etouffée, catfish, roast duck, do, make certain you leave room for dessert; more than that. Cajun and Creole are the major of Cajun cuisine.” Creole food is a blend of the fried oysters (most of which are harvested from the peach cobbler is worth every calorie. This influences on Louisiana cuisine. Many people various cultures of New Orleans including Italian, state certified Louisiana waters) and a variety of may be a small chain (there are franchises think the two are the same, but they are two Spanish, African, German, Caribbean, Native combo platters. Sandwiches are in the $10-$15 in 10 states, but this is the only Florida distinct styles of cooking. American, and Portuguese. The dishes often range, entrees about five bucks more. There’s a location), but it sure feels like a mom and pop The main difference between the two cuisines include creamy sauces such as remoulade. Creoles nice surprise bordering the menu; a damn good operation. is that Creole cuisine uses tomatoes and Cajun had access to exotic ingredients and a wider mix and very reasonably priced wine selection. food doesn’t. Additionally, Cajun cooking tends to of cultures. On April 1-2 Shuck ‘N Dive will host its 2nd be more rustic, while Creole is a bit more refined. Restaurants in New Orleans usually serve annual Craw Debauchery, a New Orleans food Hot & Soul Even a roux, the basis for sauces in both cuisines dishes from both cultures and each resident of and music festival. 3045 N Federal, Fort Lauderdale are different. A Creole roux is made with butter the city has their favorite. I love both Cajun and 754-206-2155 and flour while a Cajun roux is made with oil and Creole, but this year my calendar was so full that HotAndSoul.com flour. Fat Tuesday came and went and I wasn’t able to Cajun originates from the term “les Acadians,” get down to N’awlins, so I went on the prowl in J. Gumbo’s Technically, this is not a Cajun/Creole which was used to describe French colonists who Fort Lauderdale for a taste of the bayou. 9940 NW 6th Ct., Pembroke Pines restaurant. The menu at Hot & Soul is an settled in the Acadia region of Canada (present- 954-842-3957 unlikely mix of Southern, Asian and vegan day New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and JGumbos.com fare. That being said, the menu always Nova Scotia). When the British conquered Acadia Shuck ‘N Dive features a gumbo of the day (which sometimes in the early 1700s, the inhabitants were forced to 650 N. Federal, Fort Lauderdale In addition to a few apps and a half dozen mixes in ingredients from other cultures) and relocate and many settled in the levees and coastal 954-462-0088 po’boy options, the menu mostly consists tasty BBQ shrimp, a NOLA staple. Husband marshes of Louisiana. Descendants of those Shuck-n-Dive.com of bowls of rice topped with any number and wife chefs Mike Hampton and Christy original Acadians also have Native American, of traditional, as well as some innovative Samoy blend his experience as a cook at German or French roots. “Creole” describes The strip mall storefront doesn’t look like Louisiana fare. The menu may be limited, but Emeril's Delmonico and her flair for unusual the people who were born to settlers in French much. In fact, from the outside you’d think it the flavors are not! Gumbo, jambalaya and combinations that often incorporate her colonial Louisiana in the 18th century. Creoles was a fast food franchise. Don’t let chicken dishes are all about $9 for a large Filipino heritage with her Florida cracker are the descendants of the French and Spanish appearances fool you. This is some mighty bowl with a scoop of rice. Vegetarian options, roots. The food here is a bit pricier than the upper class that ruled the city. Over the years, the fine Looseeana cooking, with an emphasis on such as white chili, ratatouille or bumblebee other places listed in this column, but you term Creole has also expanded to include native- seafood (but there are plenty of options for stew, a mixture of corn and beans, are about are getting top of the line ingredients and an born slaves of African descent. “French Creole” landlubbers). a buck less. extra dash of charm.

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J.W. Arnold [email protected] THU 3/3 cIRcUS Cirque du Soleil returns to South Florida with its new show, “Toruk: The First Flight,” tonight at the BB&T Center in Sunrise. The fanciful arena show, inspired by James Cameron’s groundbreaking film, “Avatar,” tells the story of the Na’vi and their symbiotic relationship with nature. The show plays through Sunday before moving to the American Airlines Arena in Miami on March 10. Tickets at Ticketmaster.com. FRI 3/4 aRT A temporary urban art gallery devoted to controversial gay photographer Robert Mapplethorpe opens this weekend on the Wolfson Campus of Miami-Dade College. The show will include large projections of some of his most famous images and is being mounted to promote an HBO documentary premiering on Monday, April 4 at 9 p.m. The Ventriloquist and comedian Jeff Dunham comes to the bb&T center in Sunrise with all gallery will be open daily, Thursday his friends on the “Perfectly Imbalanced” tour on Saturday, Feb. 27 at 5 p.m. through Saturday, 5 – 10 p.m. Submitted photo. SaT 3/5 SUN 3/6 mON 3/7 TUE 3/8 THEaTER THEaTER THEaTER cabaRET Pembroke Pines Theater of the You’re going to want to get up and Jan McArt’s New Play Reading Series If you didn’t get to see Lee Roy Reams Performing Arts presents “Young dance at the Broward Center in continues tonight with the latest work as Dolly Levi at the Wick last fall, then Frankenstein,” the monster musical Fort Lauderdale because the hit from Dan Clancy, “Middletown.” This get your tickets for the Broadway hit from Mel Brooks, through March Broadway musical Kinky Boots is moving play from the writer of “The legend’s cabaret act tonight at 8 20 at the Susan B. Katz Theater at playing through March 13. This show Timekeepers” focuses on two couples p.m. at the Delray Beach Center the River of Grass Arts Park, 17195 has a huge heart and even higher who reminisce on their friendship, for Arts at Old School Square, 51 Sheridan St. in Pembroke Pines. The heels. Charlie Price realizes he can marriages, children, and the choices N. Swinton Blvd. in Delray Beach. production stars audience favorite take charge of his destiny with the they made over 35 years. The Reams will sing and dance and share Larry Buzzeo in the comic role help of Lola, a sassy drag queen who staged reading offers a fascinating stories about his 10 major Broadway made famous by Gene Wilder in the helps save his family’s floundering opportunity to observe the evolution shows, including “The Producers” and classic film version. Tickets are $25 at shoe factory. Tickets start at $30 at of a new play. Tickets are $10 at Lynn. “42nd Street.” Tickets are $49 at PPTOPA.Tix.com. BrowardCenter.org. edu/events. OldSchoolSquare.org.

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This self-portrait of photographer Robert Mapplethorpe is one of dozens of images that will be projected in an outdoor exhibit at Miami-Dade College this weekend.

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outh Florida art lovers have two No other artist of the 20th century had a opportunities to explore the legacies fi rmer grasp on the zeitgeist of his time or Sof infl uential gay artists Robert a greater impact on contemporary art than Mapplethorpe and Andy Warhol. Andy Warhol. Illustrator, fi lmmaker, painter, Photographer Robert Mapplethorpe became sculptor, photographer and celebrity—Warhol a household name in 1989 when Sen. Jesse is one of the few artists to make the transition Helms (R-N.C.) denounced his provocative and from studio into pop culture. erotic images on the fl oor of the U.S. Senate. The Boca Raton Museum of Art, 501 Plaza His exhibitions were deemed obscene and even Real, is showcasing three exhibitions on raided by police in what would be one of the fi rst display through May 1 that explore Warhol’s battles in the culture wars that eventually set the continuing legacy: stage for gay rights and later marriage equality. Music fi lls the galleries devoted to “Warhol The Miami International Film Festival, on Vinyl” The Record Covers,” an unique opening on March 3, will celebrate the works of survey of the artist’s career through the design the artist, who also died of AIDS in 1989, with of record album covers. According to curators, an outdoor exhibit of his most famous images, Warhol’s tastes in music were eclectic and “Mapplethorpe: The Pictures,” projected on his record cover designs refl ect his interests the sides of the Miami-Dade College campus ranging from the classical music of Sergei Wolfson Campus buildings at the intersection Prokofi ev to divas Debbie Harry and Aretha of NE 1st Ave. and NE 1st St., Thursday, March Franklin. The exhibit includes more than 100 3 through Friday, March 5 from 5 to 10 p.m. The album covers, original designs, wallpaper and outdoor gallery is free and open to the public. video. Also, the festival will screen a new HBO As confi dante and editor of Warhol’s documentary, “Mapplethorpe: Look at the “Interview” magazine from 1971 to 1983, Pictures,” on Saturday, March 5 at 6:30 p.m. and Bob Colacello was perfectly positioned to Saturday, March 12 at 7 p.m. at the Regal South photograph the artist’s world from inside out. Beach 18, 1120 Lincoln Road in Miami Beach. “Bob Colacello: In and Out with Andy” is a Filmmakers Fenton Bailey and Randy collection of candid photographs documenting Barbato (“The Eyes of Tammy Faye, 2000; the glamorous social scene of Warhol’s milieu “Inside Deep Throat,” 2005) “don’t hold back and its celebrity denizens. “An accidental in confronting Mapplethorpe’s personal photographer,” as Colacello calls himself, complexities or the unabashed provocations he captured hundreds of engaging images of his x-rated photography,” according to of Warhol with Mick Jagger, Diana Vreeland, production notes. Both fi lmmakers will be in Gloria Swanson, Liza Minelli, Truman Capote attendance at the festival to accept the Knight and more. Documentary Achievement Award. The museum’s celebration of Warhol’s art, After the fi lm’s premiere at the Sundance also includes an installation of more than 100 Film Festival in January, BBC reviewer Owen silkscreens, “Warhol Prints from the Collection Gleiberman wrote, “The movie is a gorgeous of Marc Bell.” This collection includes the edited scrapbook of underground passion.” artist’s iconic “Campbell’s Soup Cans,” the Tickets for the screenings are $13 at 2016. remarkable portraits of Marilyn Monroe and MiamiFilmFestival.com and the documentary Chairman Mao, and “Wizard of Oz,” all from will also be broadcast on HBO on Monday, the collection of Boca Raton resident Marc Bell. April 4 at 9 p.m.

Admission is $12 for adults and $10 for seniors. For more information and museum hours, go to BocaMuseum.org.

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ChamBEr ChaT Community / member engagement Jorge Richa (Marketing & Programming Director; Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (MDGLCC))

he Miami-Dade Gay and Lesbian • We have active programming within the Chamber of Commerce (MDGLCC) is ranks of higher education - MDGLCC partners Tthe largest not-for-profi t corporation with both the student and faculty at both the in the county for gay and lesbian businesses. University of Miami & Florida International With membership on the rise, the University hosting networking and student on Chamber’s mission is to promote a unifi ed campus connectivity. and thriving, gay and gay-friendly, business and professional community throughout • We are engaged - The Staff of the Miami-Dade County. MDGLCC sits on the boards of the Greater Our goals are to promote networking Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, the within the existing gay and gay-friendly Miami Beach Visitor & Convention Authority, business and professional community, Miami Beach Gay Pride, Miami Gay & to promote business opportunities for Lesbian Film Festival, and the LGBT Advisory Chamber members, to promote Miami as Committee of Miami Beach. We also are an a year-round, gay and gay-friendly tourist affi liate organization to the National Gay & destination, to provide resources for our Lesbian Chamber of Commerce. members, and to provide outreach from our community to other organizations. • We support Supplier Diversity - one The MDGLCC is involved with the of MDGLCC’s main objectives is to identify community is many diff erent ways, aside LGBT owned businesses that are eligible from networking. Here are some facts you for certifi cation under NGLCC’s Supplier may not have known... Diversity Program.

• We support our community - MDGLCC is For a more in depth understanding of our a frequent attendee at our local community Supplier Diversity program and discussion partner’s events. Through our MDGLCC on Diversity as it relates to business Foundation, we support the LGBT Visitor & opportunities, please join us at our next Community Center off ering a welcome and Networking Luncheon & Business Expo on safe space for visitors and community groups Thursday March 24 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 alike. p.m. at the Miami Marriot Biscayne Bay (1633 North Bayshore Drive, Miami).

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