Monthly Archives: July 2014
Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil Brunch in Saugatuck
Oprah Winfrey’s favorite gay royal, India’s Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil, will be traveling to Saugatuck, Michigan on Sunday, August 17th to discuss his new public awareness campaign: “Free Gay India” during a royal brunch and Q & A session.
Heatwave Party at Key Lime Cove
HEATWAVE CHICAGO Passport to Paradise
Saturday, November 15th, 2014 thru Sunday, November 16th, 2014
Imagine 24-Hours of PRIVATE LGBT Paradise at
Key Lime Cove INDOOR Water Park Resort
From the producers of Six Flags Great America and Six Flags St. Louis’ OUT IN THE PARK, comes this very exciting event. “We’re taking over Key Lime Cove’s Indoor Waterpark Resort, for 24 hours!” says Derrick Sorles of BestGayChicago.com.
“A party like this has never been done before where you check-in and never have to leave the property the entire time! And just like our OUT IN THE PARK events at Six Flags, this will be a totally private event and it will benefit a local charity.”
- 414 Resort-Style Key West Guest Rooms and LUXE Suites
- (As of July 20th, HALF of the rooms have been sold!!!)
- Seven Room/Suite Options Sleeping/Connecting 2 to 12 Or More Guests
- 12-Hour INDOOR Water Park Dance Party Admission Included In Your Room Price
- 5 Amazing DJ Sets and Poolside Dance Party from 3PM – 3AM
- 45 Minutes Away from Chicago, Across From Six Flags Great America in Gurnee Illinois
- 65,000 Square Feet of INDOOR Water Park FUN – Always tropically-inspired, 84 degrees and Humid
- 10,000 Square Foot State-Of-The-Art Gaming Arcade
- Restaurants, Bars, Confectionery Center, Convenience Store, Souvenirs EVERYTHING A Guest Needs
- Party Packages As Low As $95 Per Person (includes accommodations and ticket to waterpark dance party!)
- 21 and over only BOOK BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE!
Chicago House Film Night for TransLife Center Aug. 2nd
CHICAGO HOUSE has a new and exciting benefit night they are launching! This is going to a very special event!!
AWARD-WINNING HOLLYWOOD DIRECTORS/PRODUCERS ANDY AND LANA WACHOWSKI TO OPEN UP PRIVATE STUDIO FOR “TRANSREELIZATION” ON AUGUST 2
The Matrix series. V for Vendetta. Cloud Atlas. For years, Andy and Lana Wachowski, the award-winning directors and producers of these films, have kept their Hollywood secrets hidden from the general public. But on Saturday, Aug. 2, the sibling duo is thrilled to offer an exclusive opportunity to join them at their private, 20,000-square foot industrial movie production studio in Edgewater – all to benefit Chicago House’s TransLife Center.
The inaugural event, TransReelization: An Evening of Film at Kinowerks Studio, will give attendees the chance to enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction and a selection of films at the Wachowskis’ studio at 5645 N Ravenswood Avenue.
Kinowerks Studio is renowned for its “cleverly sustainable design elements and the best of green technology,” and is lined with Wachowski artifacts, trophies and memorabilia from their films.
“We are delighted to host this event supporting the TransLife Center,” Lana Wachowski said, “for a cause that’s near and dear to our hearts.”
Lana herself identifies as transgender, and over recent years she’s accepted numerous awards for her work pertaining to trans issues, including the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) Visibility Award in 2012.
“Invisibility is indivisible from visibility,” Wachowski said in her HRC acceptance speech. “For the transgender community this is not simply a philosophical conundrum – it can be the difference between life and death.”
VIP guests will have the opportunity for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the studio guided by Lana prior to the start of the event.
All guests will get a comprehensive look into trans* issues with a full selection of short films that address gender-related topics set to play beginning at 7 p.m. The films include I Am A Girl!, I’m Yours, Gender Games, Sisterhood, a trailer for MAJOR!, and an exclusive sneak preview of Black is Blue.
The TransLife Center, Chicago House’s newest initiative, which opened its doors in July 2013, provides comprehensive programming and support to transgender individuals that seek housing, health, legal and employment services.
Support the life changing work of Chicago House’s TransLife Center today, and buy your tickets for TransReelization online at www.chicagohouse.org.
Skin Productions BEACH at HYDRATE July 18th
Chicago’s #1 underwear party returns to Chicago’s #1 late night dance bar!
Come out to Hydrate on Friday, July 18 for the hottest, most daring party to hit the strip. Skin productions presents BEACH!
You’ve worked hard on your body, you’ve taken it to the beach, now we’re taking the beach to you! Come out wearing your sexiest underwear and prepare to dance the night away to the beats of DJ ROLAND BELMARES!
Party goes till 5am followed by the official after-hours at STEAMWORKS, where the fun does never end!
DON’T FORGET TO BOOK YOUR ROOM FOR HEATWAVE –
It’s not till November – but this WILL SELL OUT MUCH SOONER!
ALCC brings SOUL TRAIN party to Sidetrack for August
SOUL TRAIN theme! Love it!
AIDS Legal Council of Chicago (ALCC) is proud to announce that its annual summer benefit is set for Wednesday, August 20, from 6 to 9pm at Sidetrack in Chicago.
This year’s theme is Soul Train and will feature cocktails by Sidetrack the Video Bar, specialty catering by Food for Thought, entertainment, a grand raffle, and a spectacular silent auction.
The auction will be done via mobile bidding at the event and online for those who are unable to attend. The auction will open online one week prior to the event and close at 8:30pm on August 20. Raffle and silent auction prizes include round-trip tickets to Europe courtesy of Orbitz; Chicago neighborhood entertainment and food packages; professional sports tickets; a Tesla Motors package; and hotel stays from various brands such as Hilton, Kimpton, Swissotel, Caesars Palace, Maui Sunseeker, Millennium, and more.
Tickets, which benefit ALCC’s free legal service programs, are just $50 and can be purchased at www.soultrain2014.eventbrite.com or by calling 312-427-8990.
AIDS Legal Council of Chicago uses the power of the law to secure health, dignity, and stability for people impacted by HIV and other life-changing health conditions.
Honey Bees Cause Disturbance at Chicago O’Hares Airport
I had no idea!
O’Hare Airport was buzzing Sunday and not just with returning Fourth of July travelers.
A swarm of honeybees clustered around a staircase railing outside United Airlines gate B7. As a precaution, United shut down gates B6, B7 and B8 and called in John Hansen, an experienced beekeeper who oversees the 75 beehives at the O’Hare apiary. ( I did not even know O’Hare had such a thing!) In May 2011, the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) installed an apiary of 28 beehives at O’Hare International Airport. With over 1 million bees, the apiary at O’Hare is the largest apiary at any airport in the world and the first major on-airport apiary in the U.S.
Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus presents “Some Like It Hot” July 15 and 22
CHICAGO GAY MEN’S CHORUS SHOWCASES A DISNEY TRIBUTE
Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus (CGMC) presents their second summer cabaret show, “Some Like It Hot!” The show features music selections from Disney. “Some Like It Hot!” under the direction of Larry Todd Cousineau and Patrick Sinozich, will have two performances: July 15 at the Laugh Factory and July 22 at Mayslake Peabody Estate.
Song selections include some of Disney’s most memorable tunes from Pinocchio, The Little Mermaid, Beauty & the Beast, The Lion King, and Frozen. Tickets are sale for $35 for general admission and $50 for VIP seating, both with a two drink minimum. For tickets and more information, visit cgmc.org.
WHEN/WHERE:
- Tuesday, July 15, 2014-8:00pm
Laugh Factory-3175 North Broadway; Chicago, IL 60657
- Tuesday, July 22, 2014 – 7:30pm
Mayslake Peabody Estate – 1717 West 31st Street; Oak Brook, IL 60523
About Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus
Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus (CGMC) creates musical experiences that entertain and enlighten, inspire change, and build community. CGMC has been an integral part of Chicago’s cultural and gay communities since 1983. For the last three decades, CGMC has entertained audiences across the continent with innovative musical programming. Among CGMC’s performances are traditional choral concerts, musical revues, original commissions, and full-length book musicals. As the largest LGBT performing arts organization in the Midwest, “Chicago’s Most Colorful Chorus” recently expanded into new major venues in downtown Chicago and the suburbs. CGMC looks forward to increasing its presence in Chicago’s thriving performing arts community while embracing its unique brand that uses music, laughter and a gay aesthetic to open hearts and minds.
Chicagos Borris Powell and Kyle Thomas Partner for Fashion
LEADING FILM & FASHION ARTISTS PARTNER
This summer, a momentous partnership will shake LGBT entertainment and fashion.
Nationally respected fashion designer, Borris Powell, on the cusp of launching a brand new men’s line, has chosen rising star film director/producer, Kyle Thomas, as the face of his anticipated “Freedom” line.
The line, which is slated to launch in Fall 2014, features a distinctly gentlemanly style, which is a core value both artists identify within their brands. “One chooses to be a gentleman. It takes style, sophistication, manners, and confidence to pull that off. And my new line harbors exactly that, with clean lines and quality craftsmanship. I want men to wear my clothes and feel the gentleman within them come alive,” Powell says, of his new line. “We’ve been producing several editorials and we can’t wait to release them.”
Kyle Thomas, who is producing and directing the highly anticipated upcoming show, SEX + LOVE, is honored to partner with Powell. “There’s a huge shift in culture with marriage being granted to LGBT individuals, and Borris and I have had long conversations about how there’s a desire within gay culture to focus less on the raw sexuality of past decades and to now be courted by a gentleman. Being a gentleman is inherently classic. We grew up on Disney films. It doesn’t matter whether you’re straight or gay, being a gentleman is sexy,” Thomas states.
“Borris saw the first cuts of SEX + LOVE and instantly related with the characters, themes, and struggles inherent in the story. The series documents how technology has created a broken road to romance for many of us. In a world with so many different viewpoints on love and sex, and with a cornucopia of options at your fingertips via social media, how does one find what one is looking for?” Thomas says of the series. “SEX + LOVE captures that struggle, that comedy, and that heartbreak.”
With both of their careers reaching new levels of success and many exciting things in development for the coming months and year, the two believe their partnership in film and fashion will be able to touch a wider audience. “It’s about the art and the way that we can make people feel. We want to give people that sense of glamour and romance, whether it be for three hours when she’s in my gown or he’s in my suit,” Powell said. “Or for the brief time to watch an episode,” Thomas added. “We all want that romance and fantasy, and those things exist here and now. You just have to believe in them once again.”
For more information on Borris Powell, visit: http://www.borrispowell.com/
For more information on SEX + LOVE, visit: http://www.sexandloveshow.com/
Tickets for FREEDOM show at Block 37
DILF at SoFo Saturday July 5th
Hot Men. Hot weather.
Summer is here!
The SoFo Tap brings you DILF, the First Saturday of every month, 9 pm to 3 am. And things are really HEATING UP this Saturday, JULY 5th!
There’s only place to be this holiday weekend: DILF. Yankee Dilfy Daddy!
Host/DADDYMASTER Jinx Titanic returns from his vacation on Tatooine to host the hottest DILF yet. Jinx and his boys will all be decked out in full patriotic regalia. Music, as always, by DJ Moose.
And check this out – to further HEAT things up….HEATWAVE is the new private party from the producers of OUT IN THE PARK @ SIX FLAGS. At this weeks DILF event the Heatwave folks will be handing out free raffle tickets for some Heatwave giveaways like swimsuits and other things. And they will be offering DILF attendees who book a room, 1 free Brunch Ticket with your booking ($30 value).
In case you have never been (really?) It’s is the party to be at in Chicago for MEN over 35 and the men who want them!
DJ Moose providing the rockin’ tunes and the Patio and bar will be hopping.
at The SoFo Tap, 4923 N. Clark Street 773-784-SOFO
AIDS Run Walk Chicago September 14 2014
AIDS Run & Walk Chicago raises funds to support life-saving care, prevention and housing services
WHAT: Ready… Set… Go!Thousands of Chicago-area runners will hit the lakefront path on Sunday, Sept.14 for this year’s AIDS Run & Walk Chicago, the city’s largest annual fundraising run/walk for HIV/AIDS. The event kicks off at Arvey Field in Grant Park with 5K and 10K courses winding along the lakeshore. Runners and walkers will be treated to post-race performances by local dance companies as well as entertainment along the route.
Funds raised through the AIDS Run & Walk Chicago will benefit programs and services for the AIDS Foundation of Chicago and local partner organizations that work with more than 25,000 people living with HIV/AIDS in Chicagoland. Since its founding in 2001, AIDS Run & Walk Chicago has raised more than $4 million to battle the epidemic.
To register, donate or learn more, visitwww.aidsrunwalk.orgor call (312) 334-0946. You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
WHEN: September 14, 2014
8:00 a.m. Event registration and packet pick-up
9:00 a.m. Opening ceremonies
9:30 a.m. 5K Walk begins
9:45 a.m. 10K Run begins
9:50 a.m. 5K Run begins
10:00 a.m. Post-race entertainment
COST: Event registration is $30-$45 in advance; $50 on-site. Registration includes the official t-shirt and other swag. To register as a fundraising individual or as a team, visit www.aidsrunwalk.org or call (312) 334-0946.
WHERE: Arvey Field in Grant Park, 1501 S. Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, Illinois 60605
