FLORIDA DIGEST - August 23, 2008

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~~FLORIDA GLBT NEWS~~

Sun-Sentinel
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/
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-Six gay films come to town
After stints in New York and Los Angeles, TLA Releasing is bringing itsmini-fest of six gay-themed films to Fort Lauderdale.Running today through Thursday at Sunrise Cinemas Gateway (1820 E. SunriseBlvd.), the series features everything from comedy to suspense to romance.(Although there is one constant: It seems most of the movie postersprominently feature a shirtless man.) To see a trailer of the lineup, checkout youtube.com/user/tlareleasing. For a schedule and information, go tosunrisecinemas.com or call 954-763-7994.
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/features/lifestyle/sfl-aa22pplgayfestsbaug22,0,6865635.story


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Steve Rothaus
http://www.miamiherald.com/living/columnists/steve_rothaus/
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--Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival to screen 'Boystown' and 'Anatomy of anIcon' in Fort Lauderdale
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http://prod1.agileticketing.net/WebSales/Pages/TicketSearchCriteria.aspx?epguid=6fa5adfb-6d5f-4787-a1ef-2df5b834ea48&


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Express Gay News
http://www.expressgaynews.com/
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-Farewell, Express Gay News-our final issue
New look, new name, and new vibe is on the way with "South?Florida Blade"
http://www.expressgaynews.com/2008/8-21/view/editorial/4980.cfm

-SoFla in Gay World Series
Plus: Charitable laughs, festivals of films
Several local softball teams are heading to Seattle for the 2008 GaySoftball World Series, Aug. 23 - 30. More than 4000 athletes are expectedfor the tournament, which is the pinnacle of the North American Gay AmateurAthletic Alliance season. Former Army officer Grethe Cammermeyer andpro-football player Dave Kopay will be the featured guests at the openingceremonies. In open division play, South Florida will be represented AlibiC-5 (A Division); Bill's Raptors and Scandals Maulers (B Division); Rosie'sBlue Ice and Sidelines Cyclones (C Division); and Paladin Knights (DDivision). For more information or scores, go to www.series2008.org.
http://www.expressgaynews.com/2008/8-21/locallife/pulse/4986.cfm

-Fort Lauderdale travel agent flees
Broward Circuit Judge Michael L. Gates issued a warrant for Jacob Torossian,the former owner of Rita Olwell Travel Agency in Fort Lauderdale, when hefailed to show up for a hearing Aug. 14. Torossian pled guilty to threefelony counts of grand theft May 12. He was convicted of raking up more than$200,000 in false credit card charges, arranging fake trips and pocketingthe money. In several cases Torossian billed clients for cruises, but whenthey showed up they found that the agency had never booked their tickets.
http://www.expressgaynews.com/2008/8-21/news/localnews/4977.cfm

-After closure gym nets no takers
Main Street Gym landlord wants to keep a fitness facility, but has yet tofind a buyer
Two days after Broward Sheriff's deputies locked the doors of the MainStreet Gym in Wilton Manors, the front door was unlocked and ajar. The gym'sair conditioning - for months out of order - kept the now-empty business acool 79 degrees.
http://www.expressgaynews.com/2008/8-21/news/localnews/4973.cfm

-Relationships redux
Sol Theatre scores win with "Blowing Whistles"
Years ago, it was very trendy for directors to change the location orcontext of a classic play or opera, in an attempt to force audiences tofurther delve into the playwright's or composer's deepest message.Shapespearian dramas were set in modern day suburbs; characters written asminorities were portrayed by white actors; details were adjusted, to(theoretically) make the productions more pertinent to local audiences.
http://www.expressgaynews.com/2008/8-21/locallife/theatre/4984.cfm


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Gay & Lesbian Community Center of South Florida (GLCC) eVOICE
Ft. Lauderdale
http://glccsf.org/

-RESTAURANTS PARTICIPATING IN GLCC FOOD FOR THOUGHT FUNDRAISING EVENT ONTUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23.3030 Ocean -
3030 Holiday Drive
Christina Wan's - 664 N. Federal Highway
Galanga Thai Kitchen - 2389 Wilton Drive
Java Boys - 2230 Wilton Drive
Catalina Restaurant - 1611 N. Federal Hwy
The Melting Pot - 1135 N. Federal Highway
One Tea Lounge - 2037 Wilton Drive
Primavera - 830 E. Oakland Park Blvd.
Rendez Vous - 1576 E. Oakland Park Blvd.
Rosie's Bar & Grill - 2449 Wilton Drive
The Usual Place - 3045 N. Federal Highway

-PICTURES FROM JULY FOUNDER CIRCLE RECEPTION AT THE BROWARD COUNTYCONVENTION CENTER.
Thank you to the Broward County Convention Center for hosting and sponsoringthe July Founder Circle Reception. Click on these two links to view thepictures from Steve Shires: http://www.photoshow.com/members/shirespics andJumpOnMarksList.com: http://frontpage.jumponmarkslist.com/MSFL/2008/072308.htm

-Mike Trost will host the second annual fundraising event at his home forthe GLCC.
Last year Mike raised $25,000 to support the programs and services of theGLCC. This year the goal is $40,000. Cost is only $100 to enjoy greatfood, drink, Silent Auction with great items, and much more. For moreinformation contact Robert Boo, Development Director, at 954.463.9005 orrboo@glccsf.org.

-MIKE TROST HOSTS FUNDRAISING EVENT - SEPTEMBER 25
Our next Founder Circle Reception will be on Thursday, August 28 on the newGLCC Campus. To learn more about the Founder Circle membership and how youcan get invited to these great networking events, contact Robert Boo,Development Director at rboo@glccsf.org or 954.463.9005.

-GLCC HOSTS WOMEN'S EVENT ON AUGUST 30
Lavender Events, the new women's committee established by the Gay andLesbian Community Center (GLCC) of South Florida is pleased to announce itsfirst dance! Lavender Events is comprised of lesbian, bisexual andtransgendered women who take an active interest in the south Floridacommunity. "I Am What I Am, So Come As You Are" is the theme of this eventwhich will take place at the GLCC, 1717 N. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdaleon Saturday, August 30 from 8-midnight. DJs Rae Rae and Gemini from New Moonwill be playing a variety of music for all ages. The cost is $12 at the doorwhich includes 2 drinks and snacks or $10 in advance. Advance tickets can bepurchased by contacting Janet Vargas at 954.463.9005. For furtherinformation regarding the dance, other events or volunteering, pleasecontact Janet Vargas at 954-463-9005 or jvargas@glccsf.org.


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The NAMES Project South Florida Chapter of the AIDS Memorial Quilt will beshowing over 300 12 x 12 foot sections beginning the week of September 8thand continuing thru December5th 2008. The majority of these sections willbe displayed during the NMAC conference being held at the Broward ConventionCenter Sept 18th-20th,.6 hotels along 17th street causeway and Ft.Lauderdalebeach have requested Quilt to be hung in their lobby during this time.Additional displays are being scheduled for both Miami International Airportand the Ft.Lauderdale Airport. After the conference a portion the displaywill continue to the Galleria Mall for display and WPB Compass in observanceof World AIDS Day. We are in need of volunteers to help inventory, hang inthe hotels and pack up for transport to other destinations and displaysafter the conference. We will be hosting a volunteer training on SaturdaySeptember 13 from 1 - 3PM at the GLCC 1717 N Andrews Ave. If you areavailable and would like to help please contact Jodi at our web sitewww.namesprojectsouthflorida.org or e-mail panels123@aol.com, We can alsobe reached at 954-599-7782. Please leave your contact information and wewill get back to you as quickly as possible.


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From Clarence Brooks
Boca Raton
I've helped add a few more seconds to my mother's 15 minutes of fame when Inominated her for the Mom-of-the-Month in Instinct Magazine (August Issue,page 15) which is just out on magazine newsstands now. (Compass, GLSEN anddance are mentioned in the article.)
Clarence
PS Yes the picture of the two of us is old, but there is no denying thefamily resemblance.
Clarence Brooks
Boca Raton
clarencejr1960@bellsouth.net


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White Party Week Miami
Now is the time to make your plans for the 24th Annual White Party week asall passes and tickets will go on sale, Monday, September 1st with specialdiscounts available for a limited time on select pass purchases. TheFlorida Resident Pass is currently available for only $175.00 and is limitedto 4 per household with proof of State of Florida residency. This passentitles entrance to both the 24th Annual White Party at Villa Vizcaya andPoseidon's Muscle Beach. The Florida Resident Pass sale ends September 30thso be sure to get yours today before they sell out.
http://www.whiteparty.org/tickets.html



~~FLORIDA GENERAL NEWS~~

New York Times
http://www.nytimes.com/
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-Fay's 4th Florida landfall is one for record books
Tropical Storm Fay crossed into the Florida Panhandle on Saturday, becomingthe first storm of its kind in recorded history to hit the state fourdifferent times. Fay's center made landfall around 1 a.m. EDT about 15miles north-northeast of Apalachicola, according to the National WeatherService's National Hurricane Center.
http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/us/AP-Tropical-Weather-Fay.html


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Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/
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-On the 5th day of Fay, cleanup begins in Fla.
As Tropical Storm Fay finally got on track Friday to leave Florida behind,flood-stricken homeowners got an encouraging sign: Muddy brown water linesbegan appearing on the sides of homes, a clue that floodwaters werereceding. The fickle storm that stuck around for five days and carved adizzying path that included three separate landfalls dumped more than twofeet of rain in some places. But to the relief of Floridians, it finallyveered west on a path that should take it away from the state for good laterthis weekend.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/08/22/AR2008082200265.html?hpid=sec-nation


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Sun-Sentinel
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/
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-Robin Bartleman raises most money among Broward School Board contendersStudent enrollment is declining at Broward public schools, the state'sbuilding industry is in a financial slump and the school district's budgetis so tight that officials say there isn't money for teacher raises thisyear. That isn't stopping many groups from spending thousands to influencethis year's race for the Broward County School Board.
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/broward/sfl-flbboardcash0823sbaug23,0,3730114.story

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