IT’S A HIT!!!…The Showbar Ybor City

SUNday FUNday in Tampa has been elevated to a new higher standard at The Showbar Ybor City!!!! Show Director Miss Joey Brooks has brought together and incredible team all eager to give you a GREAT TIME!!! This opening Sunday the cast team included Esme Russell, Amanda D Rhod & Kiala Santis. DJ Mike Sklarz with Tea Cup & April behind the bar. Making sure everything went smoothly was Corey Kane & Daniel Lee. The big opening production included New Costumes made by Frey Rose Young.  The party started with a great piano player and Drink Specials and a Fun New Menu. Join us next Sunday to see what everyone is talking about. Doors at 12 NOON. ShowTime 2pm. The Showbar Ybor was SOLD OUT!!! Make your reservation NOW at 813.443.8581

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Show Your Ybor City PRIDE

The Heart of Tampa campaign is now available. These FREE logos , backgrounds and more are now available on line. Visit http://yborcityonline.com/HeartofTampa/

The Ending of a legend

The World-Famous Club Manila-Patron https://www.facebook.com/Club-Manilla-350205898323389/?rf=103311396403477   was torn down this week in Ybor City. Located at 2620 E. 7^th Ave. in Ybor City. This was one of the largest and very popular African American Clubs in Tampa. It closed about 6 or 7 years ago. We remember all the energy and fun people here. The walls were very 1970 and all mirrored. Disco lights flashing and loud music. They always had the best food buffet in Ybor.  There are so many crazy stories from here. Most of them are true LOL. One that we remember was….There were code violations inside the club. When the inspectors showed up, the owners chained the front doors shut. The fire department came to cut the chains.  The Club might be gone the memories will go on forever.

The Parrott Lakeland

Florida’s Oldest Gay Bar, “The Parrott” is located 1030 E Main St Lakeland, FL.  The club has gone thru some wonderful renovations recently and is looking better than ever. One thing that they didn’t change is….. The Second OLDEST Bartender (Tea Cup is the Oldest)  in The Universe, Mike Burdette is still there!!!! LMAO https://www.facebook.com/mike.burdette.96  The Parrott make for a fun drive to from Tampa. When you there tell Mike Tea Cup say Hi!

https://www.facebook.com/theparrotlakeland/

Trump Jr riled up MAGA protest with bizarre rant about trans women before they attacked Congress.

“Thank you for standing up to the bullshit!” he said about transgender equality before the crowd attacked the Capitol.

By Alex Bollinger Thursday, January 7, 2021

CLICK HERE

https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2021/01/trump-jr-riled-maga-protest-bizarre-rant-trans-women-attacked-congress/?fbclid=IwAR1Cm28X3E2iOKYNv3Wk6qRonoW1A7eE2zxbDBPTqmutJaEVN9mumVS9a5w

A Special Happy Birthday to

Jeffrey Italiano

https://www.facebook.com/jeffrey.italiano

Hillsborough County LGBTA Democratic Caucus

January 2021 Membership Meeting

Join the online Zoom Meeting

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2021 AT 6:30 PM EST – 8 PM EST

https://www.facebook.com/hclgbtadc

OBITUARY

Glen White (aka Glenda)

Glenn H. White, lifelong Tampa resident, passed away today 1-7-2021. He had a great smile and humor all about him. He was a friend to many. He was an architect and worked with a number of Tampa Bay architect firms and also ending his career with the Tampa International Airport. He always had many stories to tell. Growing up with 2 Mom’s when it wasn’t popular. He was also double jointed in his hands and amazed many with his tricks. He personally met Elvis Pressley in the 1950’ at the downtown Floridan Hotel after one of his Tampa Concerts. 20+ years ago Glenn was the selected Queen of the old Tampa Pride along with Jack Sarver as the Pride King.  Glenn will be missed by many. No further info on a Memorial or Celebration of Life ceremony. https://www.facebook.com/glenn.white.351

THIS SUNDAY FUNDAY

New Year’s Eve Celebrations

The Ybor City Wine Bar

HAPPY 8 Year Anniversary!!!

SUNday FUNday Grand Opening

This Sunday is the grand opening SUNday FUNday at Showbar Ybor City. The doors open at 12 noon Show time is 2PM PLEASE MAKE YOUR RESERVATION NOW!!! This will be a sold-out show. 813.443.8581

Snow in Ybor City Christmas Eve

Photo from Daniel Lee

Happy Birthday Alex Barbosa

The Honey Pot

A photographic history of men in love.

CLICK HERE

https://www.cnn.com/style/article/loving-photographs-nini-treadwell/index.html?fbclid=IwAR22jheSAiS0vrXAmt_8bZr-kxkRPPz68io_i1gSC0Ld8R_rdKAa2-HaNXQ

From the Kitchen of Mark & Carrie

People ask… How has Carrie put up with you for 43 years? When we 1st got together, I started a cookbook journal.  Whenever I found a recipe that he and I both loved, I would put it down in this journal. I’m still adding to this journal. Sometimes I will flip through it and remember things to cook.

Uncle Frank

Everyone is talking about “Uncle Frank”, on Amazon Prime. This is one roller-coaster of emotions. From laughter to tears. The next day you will still be thinking about this must see film.

Christmas at Bradley’s on 7^th

Pach’s Restaurant

For many years Pach’s was located on Bayshore Blvd. The several years ago they moved into the Tahitian Inn at 601 S. Dale Mabry. Famous for their breakfast and smiles. This week we stopped in and to our surprise over ½ the restaurant was from Ybor City.  La France owner, Reservoir Bar Manager, Dan Snow & date and even a Drag Diva out of drag!   So when your hungry for a great breakfast think about Pach’s. Tell them mark & Carrie Sent you.

https://www.facebook.com/Pachs-Restaurant-130847420340857/

New Ybor City Dog Park

The Barrio Latino Commission approved the development of one of the first dog parks in Ybor City this week! Planned for the corner of 18th Street and 4th Avenue, fundraising is now underway for this awesome new amenity for Ybor residents and visitors.