What's HOT South Florida :: Feb. 4 - 10

A week ago Tuesday, Equality Florida presented their Miami Equality Connection at RHouse in Wynwood. On Wednesday evening, SFGN held their 6th Anniversary party at Hunters which was a benefit for Poverello. Congrats to Norm, Mikey and the entire staff at SFGN. Also on Wednesday, Ed Lugo Resort was celebrating at Rosie's the 2106 Travelers Choice award they received from Trip Advisor as one of the top 25 small hotels in the US. Congrats to Ed and his entire staff!

Early on Friday evening, the Pompano Art Center held a Pop Up Art Show called, "Art Pop! Kinetic!" and featured over 50 artists. Alisha Riddle was one of the featured artists and Byron Stuart is the curator. Later Friday evening the Alibi/Monkey Bar opened a new area for their popular Growl Fridays, the Woof Den which was really popular this past Friday. Also on Friday night (he was also there on Sat), Matty's at Wilton Park featured the sound of recording artist Caswell.

On Saturday night was one of Hotspots' own, Andrew LaRochelle, and his partner Stephen's engagement party and the entire Hotspots staff had a wonderful time. On Sunday Scandals presented the return of Lady Fancy (please don't ever retire again) for her monthly Gospel Jubilee at 6pm. This is a joyful celebration of southern gospel music.

Thursday, February 4

Village Pub presents fan favorite from American Idol season 13, Keith London, performing live at 9:30pm.

The Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce presents "Maximizing your Membership Benefits" Networking Breakfast, an information sharing and networking at the LGBT Visitor Center, 1130 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach from 10 - 11 am. Whether you are a new, existing or potential new MDGLCC member, learn how to maximize the use of all the Marketing tools and Programs available through the Chamber. Learn about the Chamber's website and access to features as well as bounce ideas and ask questions to chamber staff and Membership Committee on how to engage the LGBT consumer with your products and / or services. Free admission. RSVP at gaybizmiami.com, [email protected] or 305-673-4440.

Le Boy presents, back by popular demand, comedienne Brad Loekle at 10pm. Brad is know from: Tru Presents World's Dumbest, writer on Joan Rivers Fashion Police and adored cruise director for RSVP Vacations.

Friday, February 5

Scandals Saloon presents a showcase square dancing event by the South Florida Mustangs at 7:30 pm.

Saturday, February 6

Village Pub welcomes the RSVP cruisers with an official Concierge Travel client party from 4-6 pm and surprise entertainment co-sponsored by Concierge Travel at 5 pm.

Hunters presents "Abyss," the unofficial after party of the RSVP cruise sail away party "Deep Dive" starring DJ Herbie James.

Bigger Saturdays at Score presents a party celebrating the Chinese New Year starring DJ Carlos G. In honor of the Chinese New Year they are featuring free admission for all Florida ID holders until 1 am.

Wolf Bar presents DJ Terrance Lalley at 9pm with no cover.

The Ramrod presents Pig Dance #90 (the first Saturday of every month) from 10 pm to 3 am starring DJ Marko Demarko.

Hidden Treasures Thrift Store presents 50% off everything from 10 am to 6 pm.

The Manor Saturdays presents Andrea Suarez, "The Most OUTrageous Act in America," Newsweek Magazine as well as DJ Paul Deleon spinning in the Ballroom. In The Ivy Lounge and Patio, Noche Latina Saturdays presents "Carnaval in Rio" starring Brazillian Olga Dantelly and special guest Miss Florida 2015/16, Chasity Ross Boen along with Hot Latin Go-Go Papi's courtesy of Marco Perez. Saturdays at the Manor features no cover before midnight and only $5 after midnight for member and $7 for non-members.

Sunday, February 7

Flip Flops Dockside Eatery presents their monthly T-Dance (the only T-Dance on the intra-coastal) hosted by Amanda Austin with music by DJ Barry Huffine and this month's special guest are: Willow Bierce Austin, Gemma Stone and Serenity Hinez Dupree.

NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale will present Bellissima: Italy and High Fashion 1945 - 1968. The exhibition, on view today through June 5, explores the remarkable period of creativity in Italy that gave rise to Italian high fashion (alta moda) and was notable for extraordinary contributions in art, architecture, cinema, theater and photography.

(Super Bowl Sunday in alphabetical order)
Alibi/Monkey Bar presents a 55" Flat TV Giveaway, a complimentary Halftime buffet and much more.

Ballz Sports and Video bar presents 12 super HD screens and a 144" big screen with amazing surround sound, which will be the closest thing to being there live. They are also featuring a limited number of VIP tables, so reserve now, and a $5 BBQ.

The Boardwalk presents Super Bowl with a bigger kick including: 12 big screen TV's, a Big BBQ, and buffet from 6-9 pm, $.69 Big chicken wings and the Big men of Boardwalk.

Matty's presents a $50 special (optional) which includes an open bar from kick off to the winner is announced and a half time buffet (FYI... Matty's is now serving food).

Rumors presents a Super Bowl Patio party and they feature two 80" TV screens; one inside and one outside.Buy your table of 5 for only $125, which includes 1 bottle of Vodka with mixers ad a half time buffet. They will also feature over $500 in cash and prizes.

Village Pub presents the game on all their screens and a complimentary half-time buffet.

Tuesday, February 9

Mack Planet presents their monthly Mack Power Mixer, this month at Su Viche (401 E las Olas Blvd) from 6:30-9 pm. The $10 admission includes 1 complimentary Ketel One cocktail. No RSVP required. For more info, go to: MackPlanet.com

Score presents Planeta Macho, the hottest Latin party in Miami Beach on Tuesdays presents DJ Otto and hostess Marytrini along with Teresita La Caliente, Valeria Coutier and Tayanna Love. Doors open at 10:30 pm to 5 am.

The Boardwalk presents a Fat Tuesday party featuring: no cover for anyone wearing beads, $.69 jumbo chicken wings and a Jambalaya special.

Tropics restaurant celebrates Mardi Gras 2016 with entertainer Alex Amarosa.

Wednesday, February 10

The Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce & GALLA presents its monthly networking program sponsored by Kaufman Rossin and tailored for attorneys, judges and legal professionals held on the middle Wednesday of each month at City Hall, The Restaurant, 2004 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Registration is at 11:30am with luncheon/networking from noon to 1:30 pm. This event is open to the general public and the cost is $35 to MDGLCC members and $45 for non-members, but $10 will be applied to a new MDGLCC membership. Includes seated style lunch limited to 50 persons. RSVP at gaybizmiami.com, [email protected] or 305-673-4440.

This is HOT

4th Man Out, which hits theaters Frdiay, Feb 5th, stars Parker Young ("Arrow"), Evan Todd ("Switched at Birth"), Kate Flannery ("The Office"), Chord Overstreet ("Glee") and Jon Gabrus ("Comedy Bang! Bang!"). A hilarious mash-up of man-child and coming-out comedies, the film examines a small-town, blue-collar guy who lets his friends know he's gay - and what happens when they try to help him find a boyfriend. Both brashly funny and daring in its exploration of the kind of gay man we rarely see on the big screen, the film enjoyed a run at the Seattle Film Festival and also played at Outfest where it won "Best Dramatic Feature" as well as Toronto's Inside Out where it was awarded "Best Narrative Feature." For more information about the movie, go to: 4thmanout.com.