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What to do this week: August 7 – 13
Sunday, August 13th, hosted by America’s Finest Kickball League at 11AM in Boston (All welcome)
Head over to The Alley on Monday to play Cards Against Humanity or check out karaoke at Machine on Thursday. Later this weekend Provincetown’s 2017 Carnival Week kicks off on Saturday. Click here for a more complete list of Carnival events. Finally on Sunday Newbury Street bans the car and becomes Boston’s premiere promenade from 10AM – 6PM.
Additionally, America’s Finest Kickball League hosts a pick up game on Sunday at 11AM in Southie near Carson Beach at Joe Moakley Field. More info here.
Drag Bingo is every Monday starting at 7PM free to play at Club Cafe in Boston
Queers with Beers – End of Summer Edition starts at 6PM at the Aeronaut Brewing Company in Somerville
Cards Against Humanity starts at 8PM at The Alley Bar in Boston
Show Girls Weekly Talent Show is hosted each Monday by Ryan Landry and guests each Monday at the A-House in Provincetown
Movies on the Greenway presents: King Kong is from The Coolidge Theater on Tuesday at the Greenway between Milk & India Streets in Boston
Taco Tuesday is a fun way to socialize and eat on the cheap in the South End; first come, first serve – hosted every Tuesday at Tremont 647 in Boston
Showtune Tuesday hosted by VJ Ryan Grow starts at 9PM every Tuesday at dbar in Dorchester
Karaoke Night starts at 10PM every Tuesday at Jacques in Boston
Geek Trivia is guaranteed fun and has lots of prizes (trivia starts at 8PM) hosted every Tuesday at Club Cafe in Boston
Bingo with Tiki Bronstein takes place at the A-House starting at 9:30 every Wednesday in Provincetown
Trivia night starts at 8PM at The Alley Bar
THURSDAY
ICA Boston every Thursday from 5PM – 9PM admission is free to the public
Free Summer Yoga takes place each Thursday through August 31st at the Frog Pond on the Common starting at 6PM
Trivia Night is at 8PM every Thursday at The Alley Bar in DTX Boston
Karaoke Thursdays is every Thursday at Machine with your hosts Rob Botelho and Emphysema Menthol 100s in Boston
Detention Thursdays! is hosted every Thursday starting at 9PM with shows at 10:30 & 11:45PM – No Cover – at EGO in Providence
Thump! Thursday is hosted every Thursday starting at 10PM at Peggy O’Neil’s in Dorchester
FUZZ Boston pays tribute to the Pet Shop Boys at their monthly party at The Alley
FRIDAY
Yankee Cruising Club is New England’s LGBTQ Boat Club and members are sailing from Boston to Provincetown
Tea Dance at the ‘Slip parties start up this weekend with DJ MaryAlice from 4-7PM at the Boatslip in Provincetown
Queer Inclusive Climbing Klub (QuICK) Pizza night and climbing club at Brooklyn Boulders in Somerville
Billiards Tournament is hosted each Friday starting at 7PM at Mainestreet in Ogunquit
Movies Under The Moonlight: Casablanca shows at dusk for free at Rowes Wharf in Boston
Delighted Tobehere (Opening Night) brings her Southern charm to Mainestreet starting at 8PM (tickets required) in Ogunquit
Dueling Divas are back for the summer at Mainestreet every Friday night in Ogunquit
FUZZ pays tribute to the Pet Shop Boys at their monthly party at The Alley starting at 10PM in Boston
Twerk Fridays at is an 18+ night at Ego in Providence
The Coolidge After Midnight: Nighthawks shows at The Coolidge Theater starting at 11:59PM on Friday in Brookline
Carnival kicks off with Boatslip’s Tea Dance at 4PM
SATURDAY
SoWa Open Market SoWa Open Market is now open every Saturday from 10AM – 4PM through the end of October in Boston
Marijuasana – Cannabis Yoga in Boston is a limited space workshop that combines cannabis and yoga (tickets required) at 12PM in Boston
Tea Dance at the ‘Slip with DJ MaryAlice from 4-7PM at the Boatslip in Provincetown
Delighted Tobehere brings her Southern charm to Mainestreet starting at 8PM (tickets required) in Ogunquit
Underwear Party is every Saturday night starting at 9:30 at Club Purgatory in Provincetown
Dueling Divas are back for the summer at Mainestreet every Saturday night in Ogunquit
Saga Saturdays Boston’s biggest gay dance party at Paradise in Cambridge
The Coolidge After Midnight: Sudden Death shows at The Coolidge Theater starting at 11:59PM on Saturday in Brookline
Newbury Street opens for pedestrians only on Sunday from 10AM-6PM
SUNDAY
SoWa Open Market SoWa Open Market is now open every Sunday from 10AM – 4PM through the end of October in Boston
Open Newbury is happening again today from 10AM-6PM the street will be closed to automobiles to become Boston’s busiest promenade for the day
LGBT Pickup Kickball Game hosted by America’s Finest Kickball League starts at 11AM at Joe Moakley Field by Carson Beach in Boston
Tea Dance at the ‘Slip with DJ MaryAlice from 4-7PM at the Boatslip in Provincetown
Back 2 Basics Tea Dance never has a cover and always has great music from 70s 80s & 90s, starting at 5PM no cover every Sunday at Club Cafe in Boston
Sunday Tea Dance starts at 4PM at Mainestreet in Ogunquit
Marijuasana – Cannabis Yoga in Boston is a limited space workshop that combines cannabis and yoga (tickets required) at 7:30PM in Boston
Free Movies at Christopher Columbus Park: ET shows in the North End start at dusk in Boston
Pajama Party is a weekly dance party hosted every Sunday starting at 10PM at Machine in Boston
Hot Mess Sundays at Candibar in the Theater District is every Sunday starting at 10PM in Boston
Send me information about your upcoming programs and events in my blog’s comment section or message me the details on Facebook.
Amy Schumer filming in South End on Monday
Those movie tax credits continue to pay dividends locally. Starting Monday, August 7th, Amy Schumer is set to start filming in the South End for her upcoming comedy, “I Feel Pretty”. Residents have already received notices that the movie shoot will take over Tremont Street between Union Park and West Brookline Street (so if you’re driving avoid that section of Tremont). The production will also return to Boston on August 18th to film additional scenes at a store located on Union Park Street. My guess would be the new Walden Local Butcher shop that is yet to open and currently an empty space – ideal for a shoot (but that is only a guess).
“I Feel Pretty” is about a woman who starts acting extremely confident after suffering a head injury. Model Emily Ratajkowski and actress Michelle Williams, join Schumer in the movie that is expected to be released next summer.
Restaurant review: Lulu’s Allston
Source: Lulu’s Allston Facebook Page
Recently I visited the Allston/Brighton neighborhoods of Boston to spend an evening with my friend Evan. Allston is a vibrant neighborhood that many students and 20-somethings call home. Tourists who visit Boston are unlikely to venture into Allston/Brighton but it is an easy T or Uber ride, and I was glad my friend had invited me to have dinner in his neighborhood.
Lulu’s is located on Cambridge Street in Allston and is a fairly large space with a decent size bar and a recently opened back patio. Televisions hang around the the restaurant, which both Evan and I noticed preoccupied the attention of most of the 20-something patrons who come to this place for its comfort food and reasonable prices. The menu is filled with classic American food served in large portions that are not in the least calorie conscious – dieters stay away.
Lulu’s Pretzels $4 || Lulu’s Cajun Tots $4
We started our dinner with orders of their Pretzels and Cajun Tots, which came out very warm served in tiny tin pales. The munchkin shaped pretzels were served with sides of cheese and mustard. I’m not sure what made the Tots Cajun since I didn’t taste any spices but I love tater tots so I was not disappointed. They were crispy on the outside and steamy warm and fluffy on the inside.
Our sever was vigilant about refilling our drinks, which if you are a beer drinker Lulu’s has a lot of options (about 50 is what I counted) but note they don’t have a full liquor license, rather they have a cordials liquor license. This article in the Boston Metro explains what that means. That being said it didn’t prevent Evan from enjoying his Manhattan and me from having scoffing down two lagers.
Lulu’s “Miss PIggy” Burger burger is $15
Lulu’s serves several burgers and Evan opted for the largest on the menu. The Miss Piggy Burger (as it is called) is served on texas toast, topped with pasta salad, pulled pork, bacon, bbq sauce, red onions and served with a side of fries that are drizzled with honey mustard and sprinkled with scallions. The order is so large that it is served on a metal tray. I only swiped a few fries so I cannot comment on the burger but it looked like a heart attack on a bun. Evan ate almost everything so I assume it was very good.
Lulu’s Short Rib and Mac & Cheese $14
I opted for something equally unhealthy albeit slightly smaller, Short Rib Mac & Cheese, after our waiter suggested it was one of their most popular plates and one that the place is probably best known for serving. I enjoyed the meal but would probably try something different if I were to return to Lulu’s. The short rib was slightly dry and the cheese had pooled at the bottom of the plate rather than coating the pasta. My critique aside – in full disclosure – it didn’t stop me from eating nearly everything on my plate.
Which brings me to my overall evaluation, which I would characterize as a solid neighborhood restaurant. It knows its clientele and caters to them with affordable price points, typical American food and plenty of cold beer on tap. Lulu’s Allston is open 7-days a week, serving lunch and dinner and brunch on the weekends.
BosGuy Rating: 3 out of 5 stars, Good.
Lulu’s Allston
421 Cambridge Street in Allston || (617) 787-1117
lulusallston.com
Provincetown’s 39th Carnival Week: Gods & Goddesses
The 39th Annual Carnival week celebration starts next Saturday. This year’s Carnival is August 12th – 18th and the theme is Gods and Goddesses. Below, I have included a partial list of events not to miss for those of you attending Carnival 2017.
Many of these events require that you purchase tickets in advance and will sell out (if they have not already) so don’t delay.
Saturday, August 12th
Margaret Cho performs at Town Hall at 8PM
Sunday, August 13th
Gods of Love Sunset Cruise
Note that the boat leaves at 4:30PM so arrive early
Monday, August 14th
Poseidon’s Pool Party at the Brass Key Guest House is from 2-5PM
Pam Ann: I don’t speak Economy performs 8.14 and 8.15 at The Crown.
Hades: Underworld Dance Party with DJ James Anthony at The Crown. Doors open at 9:30PM
Tuesday, August 15th
ADONIS Party at the A-House – Doors open at 10PM.
wednesday, august 16th
Zephyrus Dance Party at The Crown. Doors open at 9:30PM
Toga Disco at A-House – Doors open at 10PM.
Thursday, august 17th
The 39th Annual Gods and Goddesses Carnival Parade – Starts at 3PM
Atlas Dance Party at the Crown with DJ Micky Friedman – Starts at 9:30PM
Roman Baths Dance Party at A-House (bring a towel) Doors open at 10PM
Hot as Hades Leather / Underwear Party at Club Purgatory – Starts at 10:30PM
Friday, august 18th
Zeus King of Gods Closing Party at The Crown – Starts at 9:30PM
See you next year for Carnival 2018
Waterfire in Providence tonight
Here is to hoping the weather improves this evening in time for Providence’s free public art / show Waterfire scheduled for later tonight, at 8PM.
Tonight’s full installation includes over eighty braziers from Waterplace Park to Memorial/South Main Street Park, occurring shortly after sunset (7:59PM tonight) until half past midnight. For more information about tonight’s lighting and the schedule for future events visit here.
Saturday morning coffee
Enjoy your morning cup of joe (or whatever you may want to call him).
Saturday morning comic: Casey At The Bat
Casey At The Bat is a comic strip follows the adventures of a young, gay man and his friends in life, love and sports! Casey At The Bat is the work of the very talented Bob Glasscock who resides in NYC.
You can read back issues and order Casey At The Bat volume 1 from his website, caseyatb.com.
Saturday morning comic: Adam and Andy
Click on the comic strip to enlarge
ADAM & ANDY is set in the fictional New England town of Woodfield, CT. You can learn more about this strip by visiting, adamandandy.com. To see previous Adam and Andy cartoons link here
Bonus fur
Enjoy the weekend and thanks for stopping by to check out my blog.
Devotion by Robert Frost
Devotion
The heart can think of no devotion
Greater than being shore to ocean –
Holding the curve of one position,
Counting an endless repetition.
Devotion was written by American Poet, Robert Frost, and first published in 1928. I love the simplicity of this poem and the imagery he evokes to describe such a personal and intimate concept.
What to do this weekend
Sinners Ball Weekend kicks off at Mainestreet in Ogunquit on Friday
With the first Friday of the month approaching that means that First Fridays in SoWa and The Welcoming Committee’s massively popular Guerrilla Queer Bar are happening Friday evening. However, there is a lot more happening including: the closing weekend performances of Romeo & Juliet on the Boston Common, outdoor movies and midnight showings at The Coolidge.
If you want to get out of town, check out Sinner’s Ball Weekend in Ogunquit. Mainestreet has events lined up through Sunday.
ICA Boston is open and free to the public after 5PM each Thursday
THURSDAY
ICA Boston every Thursday from 5PM – 9PM admission is free to the public
Free Summer Yoga takes place each Thursday through August 31st at the Frog Pond on the Common starting at 6PM
Trivia Night is at 8PM every Thursday at The Alley Bar in DTX Boston
Thursty Thursday Drag Show hosted by Bianca York starts at 9PM at the Gas Light in Portsmouth
Karaoke Thursdays is every Thursday at Machine with your hosts Rob Botelho and Emphysema Menthol 100s in Boston
Detention Thursdays! is hosted every Thursday starting at 9PM with shows at 10:30 & 11:45PM – No Cover – at EGO in Providence
Thump! Thursday is hosted every Thursday starting at 10PM at Peggy O’Neil’s in Dorchester
TWC’s popular Guerrilla Queer Bar (GQB) is this Friday
FRIDAY
Tea Dance at the ‘Slip parties start up this weekend with DJ MaryAlice from 4-7PM at the Boatslip in Provincetown
SoWa First Fridays allows you to peruse galleries and artist studios in the South End from 5 – 9PM in Boston
Queer Inclusive Climbing Klub (QuICK) Pizza night and climbing club at Brooklyn Boulders in Somerville
Billiards Tournament is hosted each Friday starting at 7PM at Mainestreet in Ogunquit
Classsic Movies by Moonlight presents: Tootsie at Rowes Wharf starting at dusk in Boston
Sinner’s Ball Weekend has activities through Sunday at Mainestreet in Ogunquit
Guerrilla Queer Bar (GQB) from the Welcoming Committee will take over another “straight” bar in the area – location TBA later this week
Dueling Divas are back for the summer at Mainestreet every Friday night in Ogunquit
Twerk Fridays at is an 18+ night at Ego in Providence
The Coolidge After Midnight: The Taking of Pelham One, Two Three shows at The Coolidge Theater starting at 11:59PM on Friday in Brookline
SATURDAY
SoWa Open Market SoWa Open Market is now open every Saturday from 10AM – 4PM through the end of October in Boston
Tea Dance at the ‘Slip with DJ MaryAlice from 4-7PM at the Boatslip in Provincetown
Underwear Party is every Saturday night starting at 9:30 at Club Purgatory in Provincetown
Dueling Divas are back for the summer at Mainestreet every Saturday night in Ogunquit
Saga Saturdays Boston’s biggest gay dance party at Paradise in Cambridge
The Coolidge After Midnight: Black Sunday shows at The Coolidge Theater starting at 11:59PM on Saturday in Brookline
SoWa Farmer’s Market is Sunday from 10AM – 4PM
SUNDAY
SoWa Open Market SoWa Open Market is now open every Sunday from 10AM – 4PM through the end of October in Boston
Tea Dance at the ‘Slip with DJ MaryAlice from 4-7PM at the Boatslip in Provincetown
Back 2 Basics Tea Dance never has a cover and always has great music from 70s 80s & 90s, starting at 5PM no cover every Sunday at Club Cafe in Boston
Sunday Tea Dance starts at 4PM at Mainestreet in Ogunquit
Pajama Party is a weekly dance party hosted every Sunday starting at 10PM at Machine in Boston
Hot Mess Sundays at Candibar in the Theater District is every Sunday starting at 10PM in Boston
Send me information about your upcoming programs and events in my blog’s comment section or message me the details on Facebook.
BosGuy 
