What's HOT South Florida :: 12/03 - 12/09

This past Holiday weekend was filled with great parties all over South Florida. The 2 major ones were the Leather Masked Ball and the 31st Annual White Party.

Thursday, December 3

From today until December 10, the Pride Factory features 20% off regular priced underwear.

As part of the Stonewall Author Series, Stonewall National Museum - Wilton Manors Gallery (2157 Wilton Drive) presents Eclectic Essence - Poetry for the Heart, Mind and Soul and Detached by Lorenzo C. Robertson from 7-8:30pm. This event is free and open to the public. Signed copies will be available for sale with refreshments courtesy of Barefoot Wine & Bubbly.

Friday, December 4

Hunters presents a fashion show for the new clothing line: Raw, by Antonio Biaggo and Rocco Rogowski at 10:30 pm. The night will also feature sexy box boys and music by DJ Freddy Arends.

Children's Diagnostic & Treatment Center (CDTC) will celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the "Ribbons for the Children," art exhibit and silent auction. What began as an intimate event held at the CDTC has evolved into a special evening with more than 250 guests recognizing the advancements in HIV/AIDS through art. The Ribbons for the Children event is the Center's opportunity to honor World AIDS Day while raising awareness and funds for children who have been affected by HIV/AIDS in our community. This year, the evening will again consist of an art exhibit, silent auction, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres from 6-9 pm in the Mary Port Ballroom at the Huizenga Pavilion at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. For more information, visit ChildrensDiagnostic.org.

The South Florida Mustangs will be showcasing Square Dancing at Scandals Saloon at 7:30 pm with special guest Mustang Mary.

Twist presents special guest DJ Bill Hallquist turning on the dance floor until 5 am.

Bill Meissner's Food Pantry of the MCC Palm Beach Gardens presents their 3rd annual Holiday online silent auction, which starts today and ends on December 10th. To bid on items go to: BiddingOwl.com/MCCFoodPantry

Dr. Harvey Austin, internationally known surgeon, will be signing his international best-selling book, "Elders Rock!," at the Fort Lauderdale Center for Spiritual Living, 1550 NE 26th Street, Wilton Manors, from 7-9:pm. Dr. Austin will share a brief message - To Be An Elder means to live life in full-bloom. The purpose of this powerful book is to restore humanity's natural Third Stage of Life ? Elder. Complimentary light refreshments will be served. The event is FREE and open to the public. For more information please call: (954) 566-2868.

Saturday, December 5

Bigger Saturdays at Score presents "Super Party with a Bang" featuring Bang beachwear, nightlife wear and gym gear. The night will star DJ's Kidd Madonny and Carlos G.

The Ramrod presents their monthly Pig Dance (first Saturday of the month) with special guest DJ Alex Ramos.

Club Fort Lauderdale, presents their monthly Res-Erection event at 10 pm with a Blackout Naked Play Space. This event is always packed with a lot of group action.

The Manor Saturdays presents "Visit Cuba," a Theme Party featuring a night of Tropical Flavor. The night will feature DJ Daniel Kristopherre in the Ballroom with productions by Erika Norell. In the Ivy Lounge and Patio, Noche Latina Saturdays presents a tribute to the Cuban Diva's starring Erika Norell and Valeria Coutier along with DJ Nena and Hot Latin dancers provided by Marco Perez. Saturdays at the Manor is from 11pm to 4 am and features NO COVER before midnight and only $5 after midnight for members and $7 for non-members.

Sunday, December 6

Flip Flops Dockside Eatery presents their monthly T Dance from 4-7pm starring Amanda Austin and her special guests this month TP Lords, Joanna James and Selena Jimenez with DJ Barry Huffine.

Lips presents their yearly party for Nicolette's birthday during their famous Gospel Brunch at 11am and 2 pm. This will be a benefit for Children's Diagnostic Center, so Nicolette asks everyone to bring an unwrapped toy instead of a gift.

Tuesday, December 8

Creative Male presents their annual Holiday Party from 7 to 10 pm featuring Cocktails, Hors d'oeuvres, an appearance by Tiffany Fantasia and boys modeling sexy gift ideas. A portion of the night's proceeds will benefit Miami Beach gay Pride.

The GFLGLCC presents their quarterly networking luncheon from 11:30 to 1:30 pm at Thirteen restaurant and bar (2390 Wilton Drive). Lunch is $35 for GFLGLCC members and $40 for future members. They will also be producing a Holiday Toy Drive and encourage all attendees to bring a new unwrapped toy to benefit Children's Diagnostic & Treatment Center. To RSVP or for further information email: [email protected]

The monthly Mack Mixer takes place from 6:30-9 pm at Beauty and The Feast at the beautiful Atlantic Hotel. The $10 entry fee includes one complimentary Ketel One cocktail. No RSVP required, however, for more information go to MackPlanet.com

Lips presents their Holiday Spectacular with the Dragettes every Tuesday in December. The Holiday Spectacular features Vegas Style Drag shows, and a special 3 course dinner for only $20.95. To make reservations call 954-567-0987.

Village Pub is celebrating Nicolettes birthday by featuring a benefit to send her to Miss Continental Elite at 10pm. The night will feature performances by over 20 performers, so come on out and support one of our local favorites!

This is HOT

"The Surface" - Evan Jones, a child orphan who, for years, was shifted from one foster home to surfaceanother is now a disaffected college student living with his wealthy boyfriend, Chris. Their social and financial disparities have made their relationship increasingly volatile despite their mutual love for one another.

While sifting through old relics at an elderly man's yard sale, Evan finds an 8mm movie camera. The man offers to teach Evan how to use it if he comes back the following week. Upon returning, Evan meets the man's 43-year-old son, Peter. They strike up a conversation and Peter gives him reels of old 8mm movies that are collecting dust in the garage. The home movies, featuring a young Peter and his boyhood friend touch a nerve with Evan. Their youthful flirtations and tenderness are uncomplicated and pure. Evan begins to live vicariously through the home movies and his friendship with Peter soon turns romantic.

Evan's relationship with his boyfriend Chris splinters as he pushes for greater understanding of himself and the notions of family, love and fulfillment.

The DVD of "The Surface" hits the streets December 15, 2015, with a running time of 80 minutes, and has a MSRP of $24.95, but is on sale at Ariztical.com for only $19.99