Caught on the Street of GaYBOR
Friends on Balcony of RISE Sundays
From the MC Film Fest Mail Bag….
Congratulations to Tina Marie Eloian
on 4 New Leased Locations in GaYBOR/Ybor City!!!
Viva La GaYBOR!!!
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Deborah Cox to Perform at St. Pete Pride!
On June 30, 2012 St. Pete Pride will celebrate its 10th Anniversary in the Grand Central District of St. Petersburg, Fla. The event which started in 2003 has grown to become the largest Pride Celebration in the state and one of the largest in the country.
This year’s event will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the streets of St. Petersburg between 21st and 28th streets along Central Avenue. Two stages will present live entertainment all day with a variety of musicians, vocalists, drag performers and deejays from around the region.
Headlining this year’s event will be the multi-platinum selling and a multi-talented entertainer, Deborah Cox. “We are overjoyed to have Ms. Cox at St. Pete Pride this year,” said Executive Director Chris Rudisill. “Her on-stage energy and beautiful presence will only highlight our 10th anniversary celebration this year.”
Cox has earned three Juno Awards, conquered the R&B and pop charts, including six top-20 Billboard R&B singles, an impressive ten #1 hits on Billboard’s Hot Dance Club Play chart and the lead role in Elton John and Tim Rice’s Broadway musical, Aida. Deborah will be returning to Broadway in 2012 where she will portray the legendary Josephine Baker in Josephine.
While singing with Celine Dion, Cox was discovered by the infamous Clive Davis and instantly signed to Arista Records. Her platinum selling debut album Deborah Cox was released in 1995 and garnered her first JUNO award for Best R&B Soul Recording. In 1998 she followed up with the release of her second CD One Wish. From this CD came the double platinum “Nobody’s Supposed To Be Here” which held the record for being the longest running #1 R&B Single for 14 consecutive weeks. She earned her third JUNO, a Lady of Soul and a Soul Train Award. Her second single “We Can’t Be Friends” also went to #1 on Billboard’s singles chart and sold over 500,000 copies. “Things Just Ain’t The Same” and “It’s Over Now” followed. In 2000 Deborah recorded the duet “Same Script Different Cast” with Whitney Houston. The Morning After was released in 2002 with “Up & Down (In & Out)” co-written with Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis.
In addition to roles in both film and television, Deborah also released a Grammy Award nominated tribute album to the legendary Dinah Washington in 2007 (Universal) as well as an independent R&B album release of The Promise (Deco Recording Group) in 2008 where she earned her 10th #1 spot on the Billboard Dance Chart with the international hit “Beautiful U R”. Behind the scenes, Deborah has recorded singles for several film soundtracks including Akeelah and the Bee, Hotel Rwanda, Kingdom Come, Money Talks, A Good Man is Hard To Find and most recently Tyler Perry’s “Meet the Browns.”
In 2010 Deborah was invited by Andrea Bocelli to sing three duets with him at the O2 in London. She also Toured with David Foster on his Foster & Friends Tour.
Deborah Cox will headline the Jagermeister PLAY 98.7 Main Stage located near the corner 21st Street and Central Avenue during the Pride festival. St. Pete Pride is expected to draw an estimated 90,000-100,000 people this year and has a plethora of events occurring throughout the month of June leading up to the official St. Pete Pride Street Festival & Promenade.
For more information call St. Pete Pride at 727-279-LGBT (5428) or visit www.stpetepride.com.
St. Pete Pride is a 501(c)3 organization whose purpose is to promote unity, visibility, self-esteem and a positive image of and among the LGBT community of St. Petersburg and throughout the state of Florida by way of cultural and educational programs and activities including an annual St. Pete Pride Promenade and Street Festival Event.
For press photos and additional bio information
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Media Contact:
Chris Rudisill, Executive Director
St. Pete Pride, Inc.
Email: chris@stpetepride.com, (cell) 727-643-9160, (office) 727-279-LGBT
P.O. Box 12647, St. Petersburg, FL 33733
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Top Under Rated Gay City Destinations… So Get Ready To Explore!
by About.com columnist Andrew Collins
Cities like Detroit and Sacramento may not register as high on your gaydar as Boston or San Francisco, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have plenty to offer gay travelers. Many of us end up passing through smaller or less glamorous cities, perhaps on business, visiting friends or relatives, or enjoying a quick weekend getaway. It’s always a pleasant surprise to discover that a destination you had modest hopes for fosters a vibrant gay social scene. Here are some of my favorite underrated cities.
photo by Andrew Collins
Ohio’s largest city has two of the components that make for a great gay scene: it has a major collegiate presence (Ohio State University), and it’s a center of government (being the state capital). An extremely high number of gays and lesbians live here, and enjoy its lively downtown neighborhoods (such as the gay-popular Short North and German Village areas). Columbus has one of the Midwest’s best culinary reputations, a high number of art galleries, numerous gay sports clubs, and a youthful but unpretentious gay club scene. What more could a worldly traveler ask for?
photo by Andrew Collins
Sometimes unfairly dismissed as a mere gateway to Santa Fe and Taos, the nation’s hot-air ballooning capital has enough going for it to merit at least a three-day visit. Many lesbians and gay men call the “Duke City” home. You can explore up-and-coming downtown’s and historic Old Town’s galleries and museums, Nob Hill and Route 66’s trendy restaurants and handful of gay clubs, and the dramatic, 10,600-foot Sandia Mountains that fringe town – visit them via the aerial tramway (the world’s longest). Best of all, hotel rates here are about half what you’ll pay in Santa Fe, and Albuquerque has several gay-friendly B&Bs.
3. Providence, Rhode Island
photo by Andrew Collins
Just 45 minutes from Boston and one of the largest cities in America with an openly gay mayor, Providence has long been a tolerant, erudite, and progressive community. Artsy, left-leaning colleges like Brown, Rhode Island School of Design, and Johnson & Wales bring in a steady stream of gay students and academics. Superb restaurants, a vibrant Little Italy, restored historic neighborhoods, and a moderate cost of living (by Northeastern standards) are further draws to Rhode Island’s state capital. Providence is also the only city in New England with any gay bathhouses, which makes it something of a draw for guys on the make.
4. Kansas City, Missouri
photo by Andrew Collins
Near the nation’s geographic center, Kansas City is nevertheless often overlooked by gay and lesbian travelers. It’s a shame, because this surprisingly hilly and leafy metropolis on the Missouri River possesses considerable charms, and although the gay scene is comparatively discreet, it’s still active and sizable. K.C. has plenty of gay-friendly bars and eateries, plus a super snazzy retail and dining district, Country Club Plaza, famous for its elaborate Spanish-style architecture. First-rate art museums, a respectable theater scene, and mouthwatering barbecue offer further enticements to come and stay for a while.
5. Salt Lake City, Utah
photo by Andrew Collins
Nestled in the shadows of the spectacular Wasatch Mountains, which offer some of the world’s best skiing as well as the annual (and very gay) Sundance Film Festival (held in nearby Park City), Salt Lake City has a conservative reputation owing to its Mormon heritage and Utah’s decidedly red-state status. But Salt Lake is an eclectic city with plenty of outdoorsy, environmentally minded, socially liberal residents, and the handful of gay nightclubs here are wildly fun, much to the surprise of first-time visitors. There are several gay-friendly B&Bs in town as well as the gay-popular Hotel Monaco.
6. Indianapolis, Indiana
photo by Andrew Collins
America’s 13th-largest city, Indianapolis has experienced ups and downs over the past half-century, but it’s definitely in an “up” mood of late, with ambitious redevelopments of downtown neighborhoods; outstanding museums, theaters, and sports venues; and an increasingly visible gay and lesbian community. A beautiful canal-walk along the White River extends from downtown and passes by several notable museums, and the gay-popular Mass Ave Arts District abounds with cool places to eat and drink. You can cycle along a scenic bike trail north from Mass Ave Arts to the city’s hip Broad Ripple River neighborhood, where you’ll find another hotbed of great dining and entertainment. The city’s gay nightlife scene is friendly and diverse, too.
7. New Haven, Connecticut
photo by Andrew Collins
Famous for Yale University, New Haven has enjoyed one of the Northeast’s most stunning renaissances in recent years, following decades of urban ills. It’s the most liberal city in a state that recently legalized same-sex civil unions, and gays make up a big chunk of the social fabric here. Yale operates some outstanding museums, and the surrounding neighborhood has a dynamic, eclectic retail and dining scene that you’d expect of a much larger city. Theater buffs watch top-notch plays and musicals at the city’s three highly respected performing arts venues. Did we mention Jodie Foster and Larry Kramer are Yale alums?
8. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
photo by Andrew Collins
With a hilly, scenic setting at the confluence of three major rivers, the Steel City has gradually shed its image as a gruff blue-collar town, as new high-tech industries have moved in, and fans of arts and culture have become more familiar with such attractions as the fabulous Andy Warhol Museum, the provocative Mattress Factory modern art museum, and many museums associated with Carnegie Mellon and the University of Pittsburgh. The U.S. version of the TV show Queer As Folk was set in Pittsburgh (although filmed in Toronto), which has helped increase the city’s queer visibility.
photo by Andrew Collins
California’s state capital is as desirable for what it’s near as for what it is – within a two-hour drive are San Francisco, Tahoe, Napa and Sonoma, and Yosemite National Park. But this laid-back, attractive river city has its own charms as well, including a dynamic downtown shaded by leafy trees and packed with historic Victorian and Arts and Crafts homes, not to mention a number of stellar restaurants and convivial, gay-popular coffeehouses. Sacramento also has a handful of gay bars and gay-owned accommodations, making it a friendly, relaxed alternative to some of California’s bigger and pricier urban destinations.
10. Detroit, Michigan
photo by Andrew Collins
One of America’s largest cities, Detroit hardly lacks name recognition. Unfortunately, since the decline of the auto industry and the urban exodus of the mid-20th-century, Motor City has battled with image problems. The highly pronounced gay population here lives and plays mostly in the nearby towns of Ferndale and Royal Oak, but downtown Detroit itself has among the nation’s most vaunted cultural treasures: historic theaters and performance halls, the estimable Detroit Institute of the Arts, and such outlying attractions as the Henry Ford Museum and Cranbrook Art Museum. This is a city whose star is rising.
11. Fort Worth, Texas
photo by Andrew Collins
Nearby Dallas may have more gay bars and a ritzier reputation, but this self-proclaimed Cow Town of about 500,000 people has the far more impressive cultural heritage, including such renowned institutions as the Kimbell Art Museum, Amon Carter Museum, Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, and Bass Performance Hall. The city also has a number of first-rate restaurants, the infectiously fun if honky-tonk Stockyards district, and a handful of down-home friendly gay bars. And the National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame has developed something of a lesbian following since it opened in 2002.
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Creative Loafing’s Ybor City “Lunch and Learn” Series
Hello to all our fellow Tampa Bay Area business owners. We’d like your help in crafting something we’re very excited about – a chance to join us at our offices in historic Ybor City for lunch as well as a series of exclusive workshops on everything from “How to Get the Most from your iPhone” to “Social Media Marketing” to “Designing a Better Ad Campaign.” Please take just a minute and help us determine our Lunch and Learn programming for 2012/13. These lunchtime classes will be held at CL Space in Ybor City and we want your feedback on what types of sessions you’d like to attend, and when. Sincerely, Joran Oppelt Marketing and Promotions Director Creative Loafing
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GET YOURS & OUR Message Heard……
GetEQUALFL.org
My brothers and sisters in peace–
As you may have heard, following momentum created around the Executive Order–which would prohibit companies that do business with the government from discriminating against their employees based on sexual orientation or gender identity–Obama Administration staffers hurriedly called a meeting of several LGBT organizations about the Executive Order… only to tell those groups that the President wouldn’t sign the Executive Order.
Since then, GetEQUAL organizers across the country have been participating in inspiring actions at Obama for America campaign offices, asking campaign staff and volunteers to ask President Obama to stand up for workplace fairness. As Heather, GetEQUAL’s managing director, so perfectly stated in her previous e-mail, “This is about President Obama keeping promises to the LGBT community, and taking action whenever and wherever he can to make LGBT Americans more equal. This is about whether the President will stand up for workplace fairness, rather than political maneuvering. This is about whether the President will embrace full dignity and humanity for LGBT Americans, rather than clinging to the outdated mindset that standing up for equality is a political liability.”
So, as part of our efforts in Florida to keep the pressure on and make sure our voice is loud and clear…
Film a short video of yourself (ideally under three minutes) asking the President to sign the Executive Order and explaining why we just cannot afford to wait. Feel free to keep it simple or get as creative as you’d like! As long as it’s from the heart, it’s right. Once your video is all done, you can upload it by visitinghttp://www.dropitto.me/getequalfl and entering the password “equality.” Encourage family and friends to do the same. I’ll then compile the videos onto our page/website. Our message is clear: we can’t wait!
Keep an eye out for another e-mail on some on-the-ground action planning we’ll be doing. Thank you so much for being a force for equality; I am looking forward to seeing all of your videos!
Onward!
In peace and solidarity,
Caterina Victoria
GetEQUAL Florida | State Lead
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Dishing with Mark & Carrie 4-25-12
Road trip to Lakeland
A short 30 minutes east of Tampa is Lakeland. On a Monday afternoon we didn’t expect much but WOW were we wrong! Our first stop was a late lunch early dinner at The Texas Longhorn just off the Florida Ave exit on I-4. 6 tables of blue hairs and 3 tables of Gays. Of course we knew the Gay guys LOL. Next we were eager to check out Karma Bar & Lounge https://www.facebook.com/KarmaBarAndLounge . Located inside the Regal Grand Hotel on Memorial Blvd. This club is full of great surprises inside! We were greeted by new owner Jay and given a full tour. The club is located just off the private outside pool and adjacent to a very large convention room that has a gigantic stage perfect for pageants! The club has an upbeat atmosphere and great energy. At 5 in the afternoon on a Monday there was actually DJ Travis spinning!!! Rooms start at just $39.00!!! So why drink & drive??? No trip to Lakeland is complete without paying homage to the Green Parrot now called Pulse Lakeland https://www.facebook.com/lakeland.pulse Quick history lesson here…. The Green Parrot is the 2nd oldest Gay Bar in Florida, the oldest Gay Bar in Florida is the KIKIKI but it has moved 3 times. The Oldest Gay bar in the same location with the same name is The Pro Shop in Clearwater.
Anyway it is always a treat to stop at Pulse Lakeland. We were greeted by Bartenders Extraordinare Dustin & Shaelah and friend Matt. With very little cooing we got Dustin & Matt to show off their new UNICO Underwear. Which they purchased from MC Film. Hmmm… I wonder where the suggestion for road trip came from LOL???? The club was sparkling clean. The Lounge area, stage & outdoor patio had all been updated. With a great staff & club house feel it’s easy to why Pulse is so very popular. Both stops told us we should also check out the Tuesday GLBT Night at Alligator Alley. If your looking for fun friendly people we suggest you definitely check out Lakeland. On our next trip we will try staying at the Regal Grand.
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Jay @ Karma Bar & Lounge
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Dustin & Shaelah @ Pulse Lakeland
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Sunday FunDay in GaYBOR
Every week the crowds are getting bigger and bigger. This past Sunday the crowds were several thousand!!! It is like a Big progressive Party every Sunday. Starting out with Gospel Drag Brunch at Hamburger Mary’s. The first show is at 1PM. After brunch it’s a lazy start for the afternoon with drinks at Centro Canteen, Cigars at King Corona, a movie at Centro Muvico 20 and shopping for the latest in swim wear at MC Film. Cocktails at Liquid Tampa, Bradley’s on 7th and the Judy B. Goode show at Liquid Ultra Lounge. The BIG GaYBOR T-DANCE kicks off at Barbarella’s with $1.00 drinks the first hours then $2 then$3. You’ll just never know what to expect…. Concert, Water Slide, Bucking Bulls, Gladiators… Always a great Time & Fun Hot People!!! After T-Dance the crowd moves to the roof top of RISE Sundays @ Tabu, Liquid Tampa, Bradley’s on 7th. One last stop the must do stop every night in GaYBOR/Ybor City New York New York Pizza!!! See you all in GaYBOR!!!
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Will the real Dolly Parton please stand up?
Looking for a club with Great Energy??? Then Bradley’s on 7th is the place for you! Opening daily at 4PM this is the Happy Hour of choice for many of the locales. Many of the fun club events are the brainchild of the regulars. From cook offs, game night, Easter Egg decorating contest and more. Miss Joey Brooks is the cast director here. Miss Brooks who is also Miss Ybor City & Miss MC Film, is also former cast member of La Cage in Las Vegas. Using those connections & years of entertaining Miss Brooks brings local & Super Stars in to perform. Working together with Hamburger Mary’s it is now possible to give a Big Star 2 bookings in the same night, on the same block. This makes the booking fees affordable and the local fans all win! This is how Miss Gigi Monroe https://www.facebook.com/GigiMonroe was booked. Gigi is famous for her Dolly Parton & Liza Minnelli impressions. Can you tell who the real Dolly Parton is in these photos?
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Congratulations to Darcel Stevens!!!
Drag Queens at Sea in USA Today!!!
Welcome Ray Hendershot to the
Bradley’s on 7th Family
Viva La GaYBOR!!!
New Gay Resort Opening?
Care for a shot @ Hamburger Mary’s?
Krysta @ Liquid Lounge
Happy Birthday TJ @ Liquid Lounge
Friends @ Bradley’s on 7th
Hot Sundays @ Liquid Tampa
Great bartenders @ G.BAR
Party @ Barbarella’s
FREE Parking or Streetcar to Barbarella’s
Shopping @ MC Film
Live Music @ JJ’s Cafe
How much is the boy in the window?
@Liquid Tampa
NY NY Pizza
Where the Pizza is hot too!!!
Black Goat Tattoos
Collage Night @ the Ybor Social
Happy 4 Year Anniversary @ the Honey Pot
GaYBOR Member of the Week
Jocelyn Brenner – Hyde Park Village
Dick Clark may have launched Madonna’s career, but Jocelyn met him first! Jocelyn and Dick circa 1977. Is that money we see in her hand too???? LOL LOL
Mark & Carrie Nephew/Niece of the Week
Sam & Josh
Whether you say Sam n Josh or Josh n San or Samuel n Joshua you are always talking about a great Couple!!! Not only are the guys life partners but work together at Hamburger Mary’s too.
From the MC Film Mail Bag…. 4-18-2012
Great Press release from Sawmill
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Jonathan Bugg
Tel: 404-547-4933
Email: jbugg@flsawmill.com
SAWMILL BREAKS WINTER MEMBERSHIP RECORDS
While many in the gay community continue to be concerned about the state of Florida’s economy, it was reported today that the traditionally slow WINTER MONTHS of January, February, and March produced record attendance at Sawmill…America’s First Gay Community. Through March 31, 2012 nearly 2000 NEW PAID MEMBERS joined Sawmill. “Our community is definitely growing and at a rate that far exceeded our expectations for Winter Months” said Sawmill Not For Profit Co Op President George Cressman. The Sawmill General Manager Stan Gorsky added “…we believe this is an all time first quarter record for new members joining Sawmill. It is a reflection of the dramatic turnaround we are seeing here at Sawmill.”
Sawmill is America’s first Gay Community and is a not for profit co op. Sawmill offers themed weekends & events and offers permanent homes & rentals plus nightly hotel rooms, cabins, RV sites, electric and primitive tenting and more. Sawmill features a Dance Club, Mainstage Courtyard, a Leather/Bear Bar, and clothing optional pool & bar. For more information visit www.FLsawmill.com or 352-583-0664.
From the MC Film Mail Bag…. 4-11-2012
New TransGender-TampaBay, Inc.
Hi Carrie & Mark,
It was so nice to see you on Friday at the coalition meeting.
After I gave Carrie the application for TransGender-TampaBay, Inc., he had asked me for a description of the organization. I’ve supplied a brief description below and we will be expanding as time goes by.
Hugs,
Brianna Lovely
Director
TGTB, Inc. BriannaLovely@att.net
TransGender-TampaBay, Inc. (TGTB) is a non-profit organization, which will interact with other LGBT organizations to form an information network for transgender people.
The primary focus of TGTB is to help transgender people. This may include, but is not limited to the areas of discrimination, equal rights, medical care, job opportunities, housing, food and clothing.
The social/support subdivision, The Tampa Bay Ladies, holds meetings on the second Saturday of the month at various LGTB friendly venues around Tampa Bay, to exchange ideas and further the mission of TGTB, Inc.
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NOW HIRING!!!
Sent: 4/11/2012 10:03:24 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time
Subj: Hyatt Hotels of Tampa Bay & Clearwater Employment Opportunities
The Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay, Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach, & Hyatt Regency Tampa have some fantastic career opportunities. I have attached three flyers with a job list from each location. Please share and post in your respective areas. I welcome any calls with interested candidates. I look forward to working with each of you!
Regards,
Yana Moreland
Area Recruiting Manager
Hyatt Hotels and Resorts Tampa Bay
E: Yana.Moreland@hyatt.com
www.hyatt.com careers: www.hyatt.jobs
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April BALM (The Bay Area Leather Men ) Potluck Dinner
Host: Ross & Richard
Phone: 813-237-6292
When: Saturday, April 21 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: Ross & Richard’s Home 6704 N Navin Ave Tampa, FL 33604
Message from Host
Our next potluck dinner will be held Saturday, April 21, 2012 from 6pm to 9pm at Ross & Richard’s home in Seminole Heights.
The Bay Area Leather Men is a social gathering for Tampa Bay Area gay men into or curious about the fetish lifestyle (leather, rubber, BDSM, sports gear, all interests and curiosities are welcome). The rules are simple: no by-laws, no dues, no politics, no drama; only good home-cooked food, socializing, camaraderie, and networking. Bring your favorite dish to share with others.
We start serving dinner between 6:30 to 7pm. Toward the end of the evening we go around the room allowing anyone to make announcements for events their group may have in the upcoming month. At the end of the evening we announce the date and location of the next potluck.
Our normal dress code is “leather casual”. Wear what makes you feel comfortable whether it is casual clothes, leather or other fetish gear. Make Saturday night Gear Night! This is a residential neighborhood. Please be discrete.
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Attention:
Ybor Merchants
FREE Advertising Opportunity
The Ybor City Development Corporation’s District Marketing Committee with Mercury Productions is launching a new merchant promotion called
Ticket to Dine
This is a joint promotions project among Ybor City, the TECO Line Streetcar, the Florida Aquarium and Tampa Bay Times Forum and a great opportunity for Ybor merchants to promote their businesses. All you need to do is provide a valuable offer/discount for visitors.
Here’s the way it would work:
Visitors attending the Aquarium or an event at the Forum would use their ticket
stub or receipt to get a half-off, round-trip aboard the Streetcar to stub or
receipt to get a half-off, round-trip ride aboard the Streetcar to Historic Ybor City. Once in Ybor, the same ticket stub or receipt would be used for discounts at participating restaurants.
The special offer would be up to Ybor merchant- perhaps a percentage off meals, a free appetizer with the purchase of an entree or a discounted dessert, for example. The promotion will advertised on Clear Channel radio stations in the Tampa Bay market and online on Google, Facebook and TampaBay.com, the Tampa Bay Times website.
To particpate in the promotion, please contact Bill McQueen, Mercury Productions, at 813/287-8044 or at bill@mercurytampabay.com.
For more information, please visit YborCityOnline.com
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Dishing with Mark & Carrie 4-18-2012
This week we took over 400+ photos
and still didn’t share with you all the excitement in GaYBOR/Ybor City!!!!
Viva La GaYBOR
Tampa Moves Ahead with Domestic Partnership
Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn with Tampa City Councilwoman Yvonne “Yolie” Capin, who introduced the ordinance to Tampa City Council members 6 weeks ago, watched the signing of this historic Tampa Domestic Partnership Registry Ordinance legislation into Tampa law. Mayor Buckhorn, in his chambers, signed with several pens. After the signing the first pen was given to Carrie West, President of the GaYBOR District Coalition. Before the signing Carrie joked with the staff and tried to change the pen to a bright pink GaYBOR District pen. ” This goes right to heart of who we are as a community and how we treat people.” Mayor Buckhorn commented. “For me this is a great chance to level the playing field for a lot of folks who are in relationships that may not look like my marriage, but should be treated accordingly.” added Mayor Buckhorn to the crowded room packed with media representatives. He also added that this is a great discussion point when talking to the companies that want to relocate to Tampa.
Carrie West commented, “ This isn’t a gay or straight issue. It is an equality and fairness community ordinance benefiting all of Tampa’s residents. Now, lets have the Hillsborough County Commissioners take note!”
Also present for the signing were Rich Kerin, treasurer of GaYBOR, Mark Bias co- secretary of GaYBOR and 3 representatives from Equality Florida, Ed Lally, Phil Dinkins & Brian Winfield. After the signing the Mayor & Tampa City Council members were off for a meeting with President Obama at the Port of Tampa. Tampa is now one of many other cities including most recently Orlando, Gainesville, Ft Lauderdale, Miami and Key West that have the Domestic Partnership law on their books!
That same day at 4PM Councilwoman Yvonne “Yolie” Capin was the guest speaker at the GaYBOR District Coalition monthly meeting.
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Councilwoman Yvonne “Yolie” Capin , Guest @ GaYBOR Meeting
A lot of new business members, members and local friends came to Bradley’s on 7th for the monthly GaYBOR District Coalition meeting. The guest speaker was Tampa City Councilwoman Yvonne “Yolie” Capin who had a very busy day by being with Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn earlier to sign into law the Tampa Domestic Partner Registry ordinance, had lunch and a meeting with President Barack Obama at the Port of Tampa and then onto the GaYBOR meeting all in the 6 hour window!
‘I felt that it was a right thing to do.” Yolie said. ” I wasn’t approached by any organization or individuals about this Domestic Partner Registry issue. I just said to myself that this would be a great legacy for my grandson who was born February 29th!” Thank You Tampa City Councilwoman Yvonne “Yolie” Capin for living by your conscience!
Upcoming agenda and events in historic Ybor City included: new GaYBOR maps 10,000 given out in 6 weeks, GaYBOR Days events will be held during Memorial Day Weekend this year, Orlando Gay Days June 1-4th and St. Pete Pride coming June 30th. The group Welcomed 12 new businesses to GDC.
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Big Ybor City Welcome to President Obama
We are sure that President Obama did not miss the HUGE Flag flying over Ybor City during his recent visit to the Port of Tampa. The State of Florida re-election campaign headquarters will again be located in Ybor City. Humm, So the Obama flag will be flying high over the Republican Safe Zone during the convention???? This is going to be great!
Will the REAL Cuban Sandwich Please Stand Up!
It seems that there is a real feud going on about who made the first “cubano” or “Cuban Sandwich?” Miami claims that the honor goes to them while of course Ybor City brags that no! We made it first and even ‘named it!” In fact it was so original the name could have been “the Cigar Workers Sandwich.” It was said that the diversity of the community, both Cuban immigrants and newly settled Italians that came to be cigar rolling workers created this great ‘mixto’ sandwich’ masterpiece.
Of course it has to be on fresh crisp Cuban bread, then a layer of glazed ham, next layer mojo cooked roast pork, a layer of Genoa salami with Swiss cheese, pickles and a smear spread of yellow mustard. Mayo was omitted and would have spoiled back then! Put in a press and that is an “Original Turn of the Century Ybor City Cuban Sandwich”! Added later years were tomatoes and lettuce.
Miami has the base right. Cuban bread, roast pork, ham, a question on which cheese to use, pickles and yes yellow mustard! What luck the Latino Times is having a competition to see which “cubano” is better in the upcoming Cuban Sandwich Festival, May 26th. in Tampa.
In any event we know that artist and creator of the Cuban Sandwich Show, David Audett, will artfully mastermind the famous Cuban Sandwich Show and will be there!
People are Talking
With 11 LGBT Bars & Nights in GaYBOR/Ybor city it is easy to see why the for rent sign in the former Blue Dog Bistro was only up a couple of days! Rumors are that a new LGBT entertainment complex will be opening there soon. The GaYBOR Sunday/ Fun Days have been packing them in.Al the members are reporting up sales which translates into more fun your everybody! What a birthday party for the emcee host at Hamburger Mary’s, Miss Esmee Russell. Even the queen of Orlando, Miss Darcel Stevens even meandered over from the Parliament House to host Sundays Gospel Brunch. The bull ride at Barbarella’s really brought out the rhinestone cowboys!!! Just say n
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Miss REAL Trailer Trash
The most unusual Miss Trailer Trash Drag Pageant was held at Gaspar’s Grotto with a fair number of well, … very specially adorned eye catching characters! The charity event proceeds went to Metro Wellness & Community Center. Contestants had people rolling or slipping off their seats. Many couldn’t enter because they didn’t qualify for not having any teeth. There was a 1 tooth minimum we heard to enter! The emcee was Miss Melanie Minyon (when she wasn’t barking at passerby’s from the middle of the street) who introduced the colorful contestants and was helped by the Tampa Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. It was a blast and congratulations for having a fun afternoon event. The Airstream trailer sponsored by Sailor Jerry Rum offered goodies and games.
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TV Personality Chuck Henson Caught in GaYBOR/Ybor City
Jason lounging @ Carne Chophouse
Happy 1st Year Anniversary
to the Original Liquid Lounge
Happy Birthday Esme Russell
Cast @ Steam Fridays
Party @ GBAR
The Men of Mary’s @ Steam Fridays
Fun House @ Tease Saturdays
Men @ Bradley’s on 7th
Party @ Liquid Tampa
Friends @ Barbarella’s
Niely @ Collage
Live Music @ The Collage
Friends @ JJ’s Cafe
Live Music @ JJ’s Cafe
We will have one of each @ Centro Canteen
Live Music @ Centro Canteen
Drinks @ The Brick’s
Night Crew @ Jimmy Johns
GaYBOR members of the Week
Carol “Mama” & Michael Wilson
Two of the Best GaYBOR supporters you will find anywhere. Both are now working together at Hamburger Mary’s in GaYBOR.
Mark & Carrie nephew of the Week
Jack Garrett
Always wearing a big smile and surrounded by friends. You will find Jack at all the GaYBOR Hot Spots. When not working as an advertising executive, in his own company. Jack enjoys cooking, performing music, and friends in his Ybor City penthouse.
Dishing with Mark & Carrie 4-11-2012
2 New Gay Clubs in GaYBOR/Ybor City
Over the past couple of months two new LGBT Clubs have opened in GaYBOR both raising the entertainment bars to new levels!!!
The GaYBOR T-Dance at Barbarella’s is now 1 month old and packing them in every Sunday. This “One of A Kind” Club has fun indoor and outdoor bars the upstairs is a huge roof top open air club. Every Sunday there are fantastic DJ’s, Hunky Dancers, Drag Queens, Celebrity Hosts/ Entertainers and sun worshipping dancers. It is sooo much fun in the sun! Directly behind the club is FREE Sunday Parking in the 1/2 block city lot!!! The doors open at 5 PM every Sunday with Great Drink prices.
Liquid Tampa should have been called the ever changing experiencing bar. Opening daily at 4 PM it is a fun neighborhood Happy Hour with a most interesting view of 7th Ave. As the sun sets the Hot men come out & loose their clothes. Manny of these guys also bare it all at “The Men of Liquid @ SKIN” once a month. The all star cast of DJ’s reads as the Who’s Who in the music world. On Fri, Sat & Sunday Nights there are Special Event Parties that have been WOW!!! Toss in Drag Queens, Club Kids & Local celebrities with a mixture of all ages and you have a Great Time!!!
Add these two new clubs together with the 9 others already open in GaYBOR/Ybor City and suddenly the Ybor City City slogan takes on a whole new mean. “Flavored to suit any Taste.” & “Taste the may Flavors of Ybor City.”
R-Bar Opens in GaYBOR/Ybor City
The owners of the Row Boat Mediterranean Cusine on the corner of 8th ave & 15th street have opened next door “The R- Bar”. The bar is divided into two sections. In the font is a long welcoming full liquor main bar. Thru the large arch into the back section where there are small intimate tables and a fun stage area that will be hosting bands and entertainers. On many nights in the adjoining Row Boat Restaurant there are exotic belly dancers. We are sure they will have a lot of samba and creativity with the new stage.
$2 Shot & Beer Specials nightly the R-Bar will hoppin!
Carne Chophouse Opening this Week in GaYBOR/Ybor City
After some major renovations, Carne Chophouse will be opening this week!!! Located at 1536 E. 7th Ave in the former L’ Olivier location, this steak house is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. The restaurant is new but the owners & operators are familiar faces. Currently they also own & operate Bernini’s, Green Iguana & Willy’s Hot Dogs all in Ybor City. Become a Carne Facebook fan today at http://www.facebook.com/CarneChopHouse?sk=info
People are Talking
Easter Sunday and GaYBOR Sunday FUNday both on the same day!!! Say it’s not so!!! The Booze Cruise Brunch at Gaspar’s Grotto totally pulled up anchor and set sail for Crazy Fun!!! At Hamburger Mary’s Gospel Brunch there was a special Easter Brunch with ham, fried chicken, turkey and all the comfort foods your Mom would have made. Frozen Drinks at Centro Canteen and cigars and coffee con leche at King Corona for the mid afternoon break. At Bradley’s on 7th was the first annual Easter Egg Decorating Contest. With 38 entry’s the first year! Congrats to the winners! It was a wet & wild T-Dance at Barbarella’s with a dunking tanks and LONG LONG water slide! As the sunset the parties started at RISE Sunday & Liquid Tampa.
What will happen next Sunday FUNday as it is also Tax Day & the Orthodox Easter???? Hum… This coming Sunday is the Charity benefit “Trailer Trash Drag Pageant” at Gaspar’s Grotto.
T-Dance @ Barbarella’s
Party with Tea Cup @ Barbarella’s
Party @ Liquid Tampa
Party @ Liquid Tampa
Tea Cup with the Saints
Happy Birthday Arthur
Cast of Steam Fridays
Balcony Party @ Steam Fridays
Easter Bunny @ G.BAR
Bunny Hop @ G.BAR
Friends @ Bradley’s on 7th
Easter Egg Winners @ Bradley’s on 7th
WOW Energy @ Liquid Tampa
Miss Sharon Rose caught Dancing in the Streets
Frank Sinatra caught @ Hamburger Mary’s
Mama NOW @ Hamburger Mary’s
Fun @ The Social on Collage Night
Dancing in the basement @ The Social
Jeanne & Mark friends for over 30 years
Frozen Cocktails at Centro Canteen
Great Fresh Smiles @ Fresh Mouth
Hunks on the Streets of GaYBOR!!!
Video of the Week
What happens when you buy your Dad a ipad.
Obituary
Bill Sharpe, Editor/ Publisher / Friend
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Owner of South Tampa news & Founder of “Tampa Epoch” & member of the GaYBOR District Coalition
GaYBOR Member of the Week
May 2, 2012
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Peter Clark
Owner /Publisher of HOTspots Magazine
A founding member of the GaYBOR District Coalition, Peter is not only a member but a good will ambassador of GaYBOR. With weekly advertisements in HOTspots GaYBOR is reaching out to 100’s of thousands of people weekly. A BIG Viva La GaYBOR to Peter & his staff!!!
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April 25, 2012
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Jocelyn Brenner – Hyde Park Village
Dick Clark may have launched Madonna’s career, but Jocelyn met him first! Jocelyn and Dick circa 1977. Is that money we see in her hand too???? LOL LOL
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April 18, 2012
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GaYBOR members of the Week
Carol “Mama” & Michael Wilson
Two of the Best GaYBOR supporters you will find anywhere. Both are now working together at Hamburger Mary’s in GaYBOR.
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April 4, 2012
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Jenna Becker Clements
Jenna has been the #1 GaYBOR realtor in Ybor City since day one! She broke many hearts when Jenna married Ryan Clements. Together they make a fantastic couple and are also involved with the Bricks.
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March 28, 2012
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Sawmill Campground
In 1997 the then owners, Joey Livingston & the late John Moore, were at MC Film shopping for Lucy memoribila for their new North of Tampa campground, Sawmill Campground. MC Film was invited the first year to come up on the weekends to sell rainbow pride things in the party building. The next year the Suncoast Resort opened and WOW where has the time since gone to??? The Sawmill Campground is a founding member of the GaYBOR District Coalition in 2007. The bond & friendship between GaYBOR District & Sawmill have been very supportive & strong. Two different GLBT venues yet compatible entertainment areas. Then, last year Sawmill was sold again. This time to GLBT resident owners forming a non profit residential co-op. Who would have thought 15 years later we would be saying “Happy 1st Anniversary “ & Welcome RuPaul to the Sawmill!! Viva La GaYBOR!!!
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March 21, 2012
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E.G. Tripp Sciulli III P.E.
When not working full time as an environment engineer & attorney, Tripp enjoys donating time to GaYBOR. This past week we caught Tripp lamenting & cutting out passes for the upcoming GaYBOR Easter Bonnet Bar Crawl. Viva La GaYBOR to Tripp
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March 14, 2012
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Lenny
Cristino’s Coal Oven Pizza
It is very easy to se why Cristinos has been named #1 Restaurant in Clearwater. From the appetizers to home made gelato everything is fantastic. The atmosphere is warm & authentic Italian with friendly service. From Tampa to all points beyond Cristino’s is definitely worth the drive!!!
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March 7, 2012
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Bradley Nelson
We love this photo of Bradley “Life of the Party” and so true!!! His perfect party would be “Bradley’s on 7th”. We agree!!! Bradley has created one of the most perfect Party Clubs in the Tampa Bay area. Plus it just celebrated its 1st Anniversary.A mix of “Drinks, Divas & Dance!”
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Feb. 29, 2012
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Daddy Eric Siglin
As a proud member of GaYBOR daddy Eric brought the first “Florida Leather Weekend 2012? to GaYBOR.
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Feb. 22, 2012
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Manny & Mike
New Bar… Liquid Lounge is moving at least 12? but 1 huge difference, there address is now on 7th Ave. The old Blue Shark has totally been redone. The new openness of light through the front windows allow you to see downtown Tampa’s tallest buildings and skyscape. What a great transformation. Glass tiles, zebra wood and metal walls make the new Liquid…liquid! Owners, Manny Alvarez and Mike M. have moved their small 15th Street bar to a 2 story dance club. New added shot bars are on the 2nd floor and an added bar in the front bar area with a wrap around bar rail. A soft opening was last Saturday night during the Sant Yago Knight Parade. It was packed! A real big Grand Opening is set for mid March before the Roughrider’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade.on March 17th.
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Feb 14, 2012
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Miss Joey Brooks
The First lady of Ybor City and the First Lady of MC Film too!!! You will find Miss Brooks every weekend performing at Hamburger Mary’s & Bradley’s on 7th in the Heart of GaYBOR!!!
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Jan. 25, 2012
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Diane James
With a steady hand and mind, Diane & her husband Dean James have purchased many historical commercial properties in Ybor City and downtown Tampa. The 2 crafty artisans create magic with the making of the historical steel light bridges all along on 7th Ave in Ybor City, Also the fancy flared steel waste baskets throughout Ybor City. Once beginners in the art of glass masters they have ventured into making stain glass windows, sand etching glass and blowing glass. She is a very strong advocate to area history, local preservation groups and safety concerns in Ybor City. A founding member of the GaYBOR District and is a nurse by trade. Diane is very involved with the her grandchildren, their Pennsylvania farm and the many properties she owns and manages.
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Jan. 18, 2012
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Crystal Rivera
Meet founding member, Crystal Rivera, the Business Travel Sale Manager & Social Media for the Sheraton Tampa Riverwalk Hotel. Crystal has helped out with many GaYBOR events. She works with hotel manager Bryan Clancy, formerly with Hampton Inn & Suites Ybor. We especially remember the times on the St. Pete Float !!! Wink Wink
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Jan. 11, 2011
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Steve Donahue
Steve was one of the original 5 to start GaYBOR. No stranger to the Tampa Bay LGBT Club seen, Steve has been a promoter/owner for 20+ years here. Today Steve & his partners run Florida Entertainment. Something you might know about Steve is…. Not only is Steve the person who books all the Top DJ in America, but most of the DJ’s are also his personal friends!!! You can catch Steve in his favorite spot….the DJ Booths at Honey Pot, G.BAR & The Social.
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Jan. 4, 2012
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Terrell A. Italiano & Jeff Italiano
This brother & sister duo are the stuff that makes Tampa Bay so Great!!! Separate individual businesses but equally committed to helping out the community and customize their great talents in customer care.
Jeff Italiano is the owner of Italiano Insurance Services
A backbone to the Tampa Bay Community for many years. The GaYBOR District Coalition insurance is thru Italiano Insurance.
Terrell Italiano is the owner of “Teamwork Imprint Sportswear”. Talk about a Community TEAM PLAYER!!!! For many years Terrell has supported 100’s of community events. The GaYBOR Bar Crawl t-shirts are just some of the many shirts made here. Viva la Terrell.
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Dec 27, 2011
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Thomas Ward
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000173616525
By day Thomas is a hard working business person. By Night hi is the Crazy Manager/Bartender at G.BAR!!! If your not his facebook friend yet you need to join today. Tomas will keep you up on all the Hottest parties in GaYBOR. Just remember he is on facebook, so be careful what you say to him, especially when we are all cocktailed!!!
By day Thomas is a hard working business person. By Night hi is the Crazy Manager/Bartender at G.BAR!!! If your not his facebook friend yet you need to join today. Tomas will keep you up on all the Hottest parties in GaYBOR. Just remember he is on facebook, so be careful what you say to him, especially when we are all cocktailed!!!
LOL LOL Many (((HUGS))
“That’s ice water in my Tea Cup Officer!”
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Dec 21, 2011
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Vince J Pardo
Vince is the President of the Ybor City Development Company aka YCDC. Everybody knows that Vince is an all around Great Guy…. but many of you do not know that he is also a Great wine maker. Check out his site http://vincepardo.net/
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Dec 14, 2011
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Joe Vigliarolo
The owner of JJ’s Cafe & Bar, Fresh Mouth & Centro Cantina. Joe is a founding member of the GaYBOR District Coalition. Always the first to raise his hand and pitch in to helps with the many GaYBOR Projects. This past week Joe donated food to the GaYBOR Holiday Party and was on the GaYBOR Bar Crawl. In Ybor City there are many choices to party & eat at. We suggest spending your money with business who support you. Viva La Joe & Viva La GaYBOR!!!
Centro Cantina www.centrocantinaybor.com
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Dec 6, 2011
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Yanett Sabat
of The Attic on Seventh
2010 E 7th Ave
Yanett’s antique store featuring unique items from all over the southeast U.S. This store offers a plethora of one of a kind objects for any design motif. Find that perfect treasure for your old Victorian home, rustic bungalow, modern home, or new urban loft.
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Nov 30, 2011
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Officer Sean Mahabir
Officer Sean Mahabir, Ybor City Community Officer is respected highly by the Ybor City business community. Always helping out with projects and promoting safety in the district. Friendly, and has a sense of humor. Oh by the way did you know he was a shaving cream commercial actor?
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Nov 23, 2011
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Chef Luigi Cavallaro
Luigi is very pleasant and outgoing and Luigi’s Catering has earned a flawless reputation for fine food, presentation, style and service. With his recent opening inside the Don Vicente Historic Hotel, Things have gone very well since his move. Luigi will personally meet with you to create a special menu for your event and give you all of the information you need. Luigi will show you a variety of menus, and pictures of food and displays. Stop in and see and visit the creative Italian chef.
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Nov 16, 2011
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Tom Dyer
The publisher & founder of Watermark Magazine. A founding member of GaYBOR District Coalition. We have had the pleasure of knowing Tom since the start of Watermark. Tom is lucky to live with his 4 legged friend, Duncan.
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Nov 9, 2011
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Jack Shiver
In 1998 Jack & his family took on the task of renovation the Don Vicente Inn de Ybor. Jack is known as Mr. Ybor after receiving the “Ybor Man of the Year Award “ in 2002. He has renovated over 14 of the historic Ybor City Buildings. Today the hotel it’s one of the Crown Jewels of Ybor City. Proud members of GaYBOR, the Shiver family have hosted GaYBOR meeting and events for many members. Jack & his family always makes you feel welcome and at home at the Don Vicente! As Walt Disney said, ” When you wish upon a star… makes no difference who you are”
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Nov 2, 2011
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Bardda & Freddy, Owners of New York, New York Pizza
Founding members of GaYBOR!!! This duo not only make the best Pizza in Ybor but sure can have fun too!!!
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Oct 19, 2011
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GaYBOR District Member(s) of the Week
Robert R. Boles Jr. & Staff of
Muvico Centro Ybor 20
Founding member of the GaYBOR District Coalition. Muvico Centro 20 proudly hosts GaYBOR and others meeting, events, bar crawls & private screenings. A week doesn’t go by that you will not find complementary Movie tickets in the Hamburger Mary’s BINGO bags! Muvico also has a full adult beverage bar for your added enjoyment! The extreme tall horizontal marquee and bright LED lights circumvent the center of the historic district. This is a must do in Ybor City. The “Movie & Dinner Date” has taken on a whole new meaning to now include… “Dinner & Movie and Shopping, Arts Shows, Drag Shows, Cocktails & Dancing the night away!!!!” Viva La Muvico & Viva La GaYBOR!!!
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Oct 12, 2011
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Shere & Eric Schiller
Shere & her husband, Eric are founding members of the GaYBOR District Coalition. Both are champion fighters for all human rights. Their expansive newly remodeled restaurant/patio bar Gaspar’s Grotto is the perfect spot for your celebrations & events.
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Oct 5,2011
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Vincent Pawlowski
of Megajustice.com
Vincent is a founding member of the GaYBOR District Coalition. A generous community supporter who’s office is right here in Ybor City, above Coyote Ugly. Something that a lot of people do not know about Vince is that he is fluent in French & Italian!!! He is also the President of Pro Agents Sports Management & a Certified Contract Advisor, (NFL) National Football League Player’s Association! GO VINCENT!!!!
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Sept 27, 2011
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Mario
from Island Florist Ybor City
Every wonder where do all those wonderful flowers come from? Wonder no more there are from Island Florist in Ybor City. A founding member in the GaYBOR District Coalition, Mario & his staff are always there for us & you!
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Sept 22, 2011
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Judy B. Goode
We all know Judy is a wonderful performer!!! But did you know IS that at age 6 when Judy’s teacher asked her… “What your favorite football team” Judy said “Well my mom’s a Cleveland Browns Fan and so is my Dad so I’m a Cleveland Brown Fan!” The teach asked…”If your dad is a idiot and your Mom’s a idiot, doses that make you an idiot too?” Judy relied “NO that makes me a Pittsburgh Steelers Fan!” HERE WE GO BROWNIES HERE WE GO, WOOF WOOF!!!!
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Sept 13, 2011
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Bonnie Plumtree
Bonnie is the co-owner of the Crowbar in Ybor City & is a proud member of GaYBOR. She was recently appointed to the Ybor City Development Corp., Bd of Directors. It is easy to see why The Crowbar is named #1 spot for LIVE Music in Tampa!!! With Bonnie & Tom everybody is welcome at the Crowbar all the time! Famous for her Wednesday 4:00 Happy Hours too. Next time your in GaYBOR stop by the Crowbar & say “Hi.”
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Sept 6, 2011
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David Karst
David Karst has been a long time friend and is also one of the founding members of GaYBOR District Coalition. David is the Director of Suncoast Project, a part of AIDS Services Association Pinellas (ASAP). This weekend is AIDS Walk St. Petersburg 2011, one of many projects that help finance ASAP services and keeping the community informed and educated. On a monthly Saturday night the ASAP mobile unit would be parked in Czar parking lot with FREE HIV Testing. The mobile unit will returning soon David has told us. Always helpful and pleasant to work with. Country music and country men are David’s favorites!
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August 30, 2011
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Michael Mikula Jr.
Michael is the co-owner of The Liquid Lounge in GaYBOR. An active member of the GaYBOR District Coalition, Michael’s positive energy & can do spirit has created a fantastic Happy Hour in GaYBOR. There are now 3 LGBT Happy Hours in GaYBOR!!! The night and late night energy (HOT MEN & STRONG DRINKS) at Liquid Lounge is a great pick me up when out bar hopping. Stop by Liquid Lounge & say “Hi” to Mike today.
Viva La GaYBOR
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August 24, 2011
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Jocelyn Brenner
The marketing director of The Hyde Park Village. Jocelyn is so very full of life! Her positive attitude & big smile is so contagious! The next time your in the Hyde park Village going WOW think of Jocelyn!!
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August 16, 2011
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Carol Steen aka “Mamma”
Mamma is the Spark & Life you find at The Reservoir! Known for her naughty smile & paddle. Don’t tell her it’s your birthday unless you want a spanking!!! Everybody calls carol “Mamma” which is only right since she has 6 children of the own & now is even a Grand mamma. Caution I wouldn’t call her Granny!!!
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August 9, 2011
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Michele & Tom Keating
Michele is the Director of Development & Tom is President of the Ybor City Chamber of Commerce. When not working on Ybor projects they are the new proud grandparents! Their page is new so join it today.
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August 2, 2011
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A founding member of the GaYBOR District Coalition, Sharon is a shining star in our community. An artist, professor, historian, world traveller & designer she is an inspiration to all of us. Sharon works at the Art Institute as a prof teaching art history. With her style, humor & class you know that class rocks! The next time you see her in Ybor City introduce yourself to her for a wonderful experienced. Viva La GaYBOR!!!
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July 27, 2011
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Scott Spar
Scott holds the new position of GaYBOR Member at Large on the board of GaYBOR. We all know him as the WILD Club promoter. His party ”RISE Sundays” is on everybody must do list!!!! Scott was just named
“New Father Of the Tampa House of Infiniti” aka Scott Infiniti now!!!!
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July 20, 2011
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Mike Olds & Partner Scott Weichman
Mike Olds is on the GaYBOR District Coalition Board and YCDC Board. Here he represents the Ybor City residents. Together with his life partner, Scott W.(who happens to be a housewife of GaYBOR!) . They just celebrated their 25th Anniversary! Now that calls for a big Viva La GaYBOR!!!
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July 13, 2011
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Rich Kerin
Even if he did cut us out of his profile photo we still do like Rich!!! On the GaYBOR board as co-secretary & treasurer Rich takes pride in our community. Original from Philly PA he moved here in the 1980’s and is living in Ybor City. He describes himself on facebook as…”Laid back, weirdly humorous, opinionated and independent!” We agree with all that!!! The next time you see Rich out and about introduce yourself to him.
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July 7, 2011
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Retailer and Cigar Connoisseur… Don Barco
Don Barco is the owner of “King Corona Cigars” in Ybor City. He was also a founding member of the GaYBOR District Coalition! King Corona is our favorite place for Cuban cafe’ con leche’ & town gossip! Don and his wife, Brenda had a small cigar shop in the old Ybor Square Cigar Factory for many years before moving to the 7th Ave shop. Involved in all Ybor City boards and local city politics, most all political candidates have a forum or event at King Corona. Many of our small GaYBOR meetings are also held here in this friendly welcoming environment. With a large outside cafe patio, you can enjoy people watching while in the great outdoors. When the Hillsborough County Commissioners did not sign the GaYBOR Proclamation, Don was one of the first to stand up and say that’s not right!
As board member Richard said, ” I just love Don! He is a Straight, Gay Freedom Fighter!!” Stop by King Corona today for a sandwich, lunch, fine handmade cigar, variety of coffees, assorted fine wines, unique books & a good time!!!
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June 29, 2011
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Tessa Shiver
To know Tessa is to Love her!!! A proud supporter of GaYBOR & Ybor City. Tessa Shiver & her brother Damon run the family hotel business, ”The Don Vicente de Ybor Historic Inn” http://www.donvicenteinn.com. At the Inn Tessa & Damon have hosted a wide variety of GLBT Events. From GaYBOR Meetings, GLBT Holy Unions, Catered Banquets to Circuit Parties and coming soon a Leather Event in their Dungeon. Oops I meant to say basement!!! This is an historic pathway of Ybor City. This building was the first building to be built by cigar maker, Vincent Martinez Ybor in his new founding city in 1896.
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June 22, 2010
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Kurt King
One of the hardest working guys in GaYBOR, Kurt (ahmm…aka Kurtrina) is also one of the owners of Hamburger Mary’s & is the new GaYBOR District Coalition Vice President. Kurt has been active in the Tampa Community for over 30 years. Dating back to the original Baxter’s Days, Angels, Male Box, Copa, and Matrix. Be careful what you say. Kurt has a great memory & just might remember you back in the day!!! He was a Michigan State Football player you know!!! LOL !!! Become his facebook friends today at http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=100000051170574
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6-15-11
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Jason Fernandez, Owner
& Bill Lyle, General Manager
of: Bernini www.BerniniOfYbor.com ,
Green Iguana Ybor www.greeniguana.com
& Hot Will’s http://www.hotwillys.com All in GaYBOR.
You just never know what these guys will come up with next !!! Over the past 4 years as GaYBOR member they are the first to say YES to GaYBOR Events. On your next trip to Ybor stop by & say Hi to the guys & their crazy fun staff!!! Viva La GaYBOR
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