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House Colleagues Laud Frank’s Leadership
Openly gay and lesbian U.S. Reps. Tammy Baldwin, Jared Polis and David Cicilline praised their colleague, U.S. Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass., following his announcement that his current term in Congress will be his last. “Barney Frank was a groundbreaking pioneer and one of the most insightful, knowledgeable and humorous people ever to grace the halls of Congress,” said Polis, a Democrat from Colorado.
But on the local level, Rep. Barney Frank is a friend that took his time out last winter and called me to see how my Tampa City Council campaign was going. I know every congressman has a lot on their plate and to take time out to call someone he barely knows. “Thank You!”.
Barney complimented my efforts and said, “Keep up the good work!”
Top Marine Says Service Embracing Gay Ban Repeal
Since the lifting two months ago of a longstanding U.S. ban on gays serving openly in the military, U.S. Marines across the globe have adapted smoothly and embraced the change, says their top officer, Gen. James F. Amos, who previously had argued against repealing the ban during wartime. “I’m very pleased with how it has gone,” Amos said in an Associated Press interview during a week-long trip that included four days in Afghanistan, where he held more than a dozen town hall-style meetings with Marines of virtually every rank. He was asked about a wide range of issues, from his view of the Marine Corps’ future to more mundane matters such as why he recently decided to stop allowing Marines to wear their uniform with the sleeves rolled up. www.Biggaynews.com
Since the lifting two months ago of a longstanding U.S. ban on gays serving openly in the military, U.S. Marines across the globe have adapted smoothly and embraced the change, says their top officer, Gen. James F. Amos, who previously had argued against repealing the ban during wartime. “I’m very pleased with how it has gone,” Amos said in an Associated Press interview during a week-long trip that included four days in Afghanistan, where he held more than a dozen town hall-style meetings with Marines of virtually every rank. He was asked about a wide range of issues, from his view of the Marine Corps’ future to more mundane matters such as why he recently decided to stop allowing Marines to wear their uniform with the sleeves rolled up. www.Biggaynews.com
From the MC Film Mail Bag….
Media Contact: Moira Shiver (813) 505-8802
For Immediate Release: November 28, 2011
Ybor City, Fl. – The Ybor Art Association (YAA), a local artist organization will host “Deck the Walls – Art Under $100”, a unique holiday shopping experience on December 10, 2011 from 9am-5pm as part of their monthly art show, Ybor Art Series.
The second Saturday of every month the YAA hosts a themed art exhibition that not only promotes their member artists, but promotes the needs of the community and charity organizations in the area. From “Ta’-Ta’s for Ybor” an art show/breast cancer fundraiser for American Cancer Society to “Art is Cooler” an art challenge for the “Coolest” art on stainless steel mini-fridges provided by Red Bull, the YAA strives to be on the fore front of creating one of a kind events that help (re)introduce the local art scene to the public.
With the holiday season in full swing, the YAA focused on creating an event for December that encourages shoppers to support local arts and retailers. Joining efforts for the day with Hart Streetcar Holiday Connection – $0.25 rides, Centro Ybor Holiday Spirit, Parks and Recreations 2nd Annual juried art show “Arts in the Park” and Saturday Market in Centennial Park, “Deck the Walls – Art Under $100” compliments the day long holiday festivities throughout the historic district and offers holiday shoppers an affordable artistic alternative to mall shopping. From fine artists to sculptors, arts and crafts to hand-made jewelry, this holiday art crawl gives people the opportunity to share the gift of art, support local artists and retailers and rediscover to the treasures of Ybor City.
Participating venues include, Ybor Art Association Gallery, Blues Ship Cafe, Hoffman Porges Gallery, Centro Ybor, Singing Stone Gallery, Gaspars Grotto, Sunday’s Fine Dining, The Roosevelt, and the historic Don Vicente Inn.
For more information on all of the events happening on December 10, 2011 go to YborCityOnline.org. For more information on “Deck the Walls” or how artists can participate, contact Moira Shiver directly at msshiver@gmail.com or 813-505-8802.
Event: “Deck the Walls – Art Under $100” – (A Santa Shopping Crawl)
When: Saturday, December 10, 2011 9am-5pm
Where: Multiple Venues Throughout Historic District of Ybor City
Deck the Walls art crawl maps and venue times will be available the day of the event at Centennial Park and participating “Deck the Walls” venues.
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Dishing with Mark & Carrie 11-23-11
HAPPY THANKSGIVING !!!
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This Saturday!
POP UP & RAINBOW Christmas Trees Arrived at MC FILM
OK, you always wanted something different to decorate your home or office for the holidays.
MC FILM have it! POP UP Christmas Trees in 4′ Gold, 5′ Silver or 6″ Red Star starting at $19.95. The light festive trees are gorgeous and fit the holiday! They are small packaged, great for storage in your closet or under the bed. Rainbow Holiday Trees and December Diamonds Mermen and holiday ornaments are also in stock. Colt 2012 Calendars are in!
Historic Ybor City “Historic Holiday Spirit” Decorating Party 2011
After months & months of planning & preparations the BIG 2011 “Historic Holiday Spirit” Ybor City Kick Off Event was finally here!!! The greater Ybor City community came together (150+ people) under the leadership of GaYBOR District Coalition, YCDC & Florida Entertainment to festively decorate the main streets and parks of Historic Ybor City for the Holidays 2011!!! The volunteers were made up of residents, Tampa Park’s Dept, City employees, business owners, HCC Ybor, USF, church groups, non profit organizations & many, many friends of Ybor City (The Ybor City Chamber of Commerce had no representation or volunteers?). All these people were up early to meet at The Reservoir Bar at 11 AM Sunday morning. There was a breakfast buffet of bagels, muffins, fruits, coffee & juice. Everybody received a Historic Holiday Spirit in Ybor City 2011 T-shirt & directions on how to set up. Breaking off into 5 main groups the teams were off. There were free drinks along the way at MC Film & Hamburger Mary’s. All of Santa’s helpers worked together for about 2 hours throuhout Ybor City. The after parties were at Gaspar’s Grotto, Hamburger Mary’s & Bradley’s on 7th. There are many special and memorable events planned through the month of December. For times & dates please visit www.YborEvents.com
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Tampa Mayor Buckhorn @ Hoffman Porges Art Gallery Ribbon Cutting
Another positive step in reviving Historic Ybor City retail took place when the newly re-opening of Hoffman Porges Art Gallery on 7th Ave.. The new owners had a Great Classy Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn cutting the ribbon and hundreds of city officials, businesses and residents attended and thanked the new owners, retired Air Force General David Scott and imaginative designer wife, Jill for re-opening an Ybor art stay for over 20 years.
Local and national artists have items in the gallery for display and for sale! “The layout changes weekly and we have over 6,000 sq. feet to fill.” Jill told us. “We are very happy on the welcome we are receiving.”
The new gallery is at 1907 East 7th Ave in Historic Ybor City.
Congratulations 5 Year Anniversary of G.BAR
G.BAR is one of those few wonderful clubs where you “Expect the Unexpected!!!” Their 5 Year Anniversary lived up to their reputation!!! On stage was a 5 foot tall Birthday Cake complete with a Golden Model Dancing! Surrounded by Dancing Men & Drag Queens! Tossing out Limited edition music CD’s by resident VJ/DJ Greg Anderson! Girls in cake dresses were passing out shots of Cake Vodka. There was a Champaign toast & so much more. This is the stuff Legends are Made Of!!! Congratulations and THANK YOU to club owners, D. Stephen Moss and Steve Donahue for your positive vision for the Tampa Bay GLBT community. Just to show you how very committed to the community G.BAR is…. the next day at 11 AM the staff all volunteered to help put up Holiday Decorations throughout Historic Ybor!!! WOW WOW Not many clubs can say that!!! Congratulations to Founding members of GaYBOR, G.BAR!!!!
GaYBOR Members Open for Thanksgiving
(A letter was sent to all GaYBOR members. Below are the ones that replied)
Thanksgiving Eve
NEW BAR OPENING- “Barbarella” on 7th Ave in Ybor City! 9pm
located in the old Fuel Club location. The owners also ow, Independent Bar in Orlando and Barbarella in Party town Austin, Texas. A new type of bar for Ybor City!
Barbarella Tampa!
1920 E. 7th Ave
Tampa, Florida 33605 – G.BAR will be Open with a Special “Indians in Bikini’s Event!”
1920 E. 7th Ave
Tampa, Florida 33605 – G.BAR will be Open with a Special “Indians in Bikini’s Event!”
– Bradley’s on 7th with special cast show.
– Liquid Lounge has a room full of dancing bois
– Hamburger Mary’s Drag Queen Bingo Night
Thanksgiving Day
Chelsea Lounge is Open 3pm 3 am and are doing a Turkey Potluck from 6-8PM! See poster below. On Sunday Nov 27th they are doing a benefit for Paws for Hope, a non-profit that trains displaced dogs as service animals, and gives them to Disabled Veterans
Sawmill will be Open
Hey guys, in answer to the question. yes, we’ll be open for Thanksgiving. We have our annual feast at 3pm on Thanksgiving. We provide the meat (turkey, ham) and the rest is potluck and it’s a lot of fun. Then over the weekend we have a bare as you dare blacklight body paint party called “Tomahawk – Get Back to Your Native Roots.” hopefully this has been helpful. Let me know if I can provide anything else.
Jonathan Bugg
Promotions Coordinator see poster below
The Ybor Social will be open 10 PM – 3 AM
The Metro Restaurant and Lounge will be open from 4:30 to 1:00 AM
Bradley’s on 7th will be open regular hours
Gaspar’s Grotto will be serving a Thanksgiving Dinner
Castle open regular hours
Below are Non GaYBOR members who will also be open.
If you choice to visit them … Ask them why they are not GaYBOR members???
* The Columbia Restaurant
* Boneyard
* Tampa Bay Brewing Company
Miss Tiffany Middlesex Farewell Performance
On her 63 birthday Tampa legend Miss Tiffany Middlesex gave her farewell performance at Bradley’s on 7th. The Diva at the famous Tampa’s Rene Night Club in the 1970’s thru 1990’s and Tiffany was a Miss Gay Florida plus 20 more national distinguished titles. The rooms were packed with many faces we had not seen in a long time. The Miss Joey Brooks cast members performed their hearts out for Tiffany. Then the Grand Finale came & it was Miss Tiffany looking more beautiful than ever before!! We all know she said this was her farewell performance but everybody is hoping it is not!
New Gay Restaurant/ Bar Opens in Downtown Tampa
The Metro Restaurant & Lounge is now open! Located at 511 North Franklin Street in downtown Tampa. It is just south of the Tampa theatre. Owners, Bill & Marc want their club to be “Step Out of the Ordinary!”. We are excited to report that is just what this club is!!! A very clean contemorary, smoke free LGBTA club with a wonderful Grand Piano and tons of CLASS! The menu is impressive and as Lucy Ball would say, “very tasty too!” Here is the menu on line www.metro-tampa.com. Open for Happy Hour… we suggest you treat yourself & give Metro a try today!!!
Now Open Luigi's Cafe @ The Don Vicente Inn
A Must DO for Breakfast & Lunch!!! It has great ambiance and the Don Vicente Historic Hotels polished wood floors, chandeliers and deep dark wood mahogany wall panels set up your luncheon experience. A very good crowd for the Thursday weekday lunch. I ordered the special, Italian Goulash with Polenta. Mark ordered the Homemade Pasta with Fresh Fall Vegetables. Jack Shiver, Don Vicente Hotel owner joined us for a quick chat and a snapshot. Luigi’s is a Great asset to any community. Thankful for us he is in Ybor City.