Kevin McDermott is an accomplished photographer who first came to my attention in 2014 when his book, Virgin Island, with Detroit-based model, Todd Sanfield, was released. McDermott is getting attention again for a new book that is available for pre-order called High Line Nudes.
The forthcoming book juxtaposes the male form against impressive and iconic New York City architecture and is now available for pre-order from the publisher, Ten Avenues Press.
Stella’s Patio Opening Party starts at 5PM on Thursday, April 14
What to do this week: April 11th – 17th
Boston Gay Men’s Book Club is meeting to discuss TEX by Beau Rice at the Trident Cafe on Monday, April 11 in Boston
Fascination Monday is Boston’s Gear / Kink / Fetish night at Jacques in BayVillage on Monday, April 11 in Boston
Drag Misérables 2 is a Gender-Bending, Sing-A-Long performed by some of Boston’s favorite fringe artists at Club Cafe – the 90-minute show starts at 7:30 and tickets start at $15 for Tuesday and Wednesday, April 12 & 13 in Boston
Wizard of Oz opens Tuesday, April 12 at the Wang and runs through Sunday, April 24 in Boston
November Project: Stair workout at Harvard takes place at the Harvard Stadium from 6:30-7:30 AM every Wednesday in Boston
Boston Spirit LGBT Networking Night includes Gov. Charlie Baker as the keynote at the Marriott Copley on Wednesday, April 13 in Boston
Stump Trivia impress your friends with all the trivia you know from 5PM – 10PM every Wednesday at Cathedral Station in Boston
Stella Patio Opening Party is free, open to the public and starts at 5PM on Stella’s patio in the South End on Thursday, April 14 in Boston
AMP Gallery Opening Party takes place in their new digs at 432 Commercial Street from 6-8PM on Friday, April 15 in Provincetown
Champagne Tasting “Know Your Bubbles” stop by Brix in the South End for a Champagne tasting from 6-8PM on Friday, April 15 in Boston
Boyfriends is a monthly gay party held the third Friday of every month at the Milky Way Lounge in JP takes place this month on Friday, April 15 in Boston
Sports & Fitness Expo is free and open to the public and is a precursor to next week’s Boston Marathon from Friday – Sunday April 15-17 in Boston
Great Provincetown Chocolate Scavenger Hunt runs from 11:30 AM till 5:00 PM, April 16,17 & 18 for details email pete@thepurplefeather.com in Ptown
Dont Ask Dont Tell is a monthly gay party hosted at Great Scott in Allston. This month’s theme is HEDWIG on Saturday, April 16 in Boston
Butterfly Music Transgender Chorus holds their second public performance in Harvard Square at the University Lutheran Church; doors open at 7:15 (tickets required) on Saturday, April 16 in Cambridge
Back2Basics Bearz Tea Dance every third Sunday of the month is the Bearz Tea Dance at Club Cafe starting at 5pm (no cover) Sunday, April 17 in Boston
Meet Ruth Pointer of The Pointer Sisters who will be coming to Club Cafe for a Q&A and to sign her new book at 5PM Sunday, April 17 in Boston
Boston Midnight Marathon Bike Ride actually starts at 7PM on Sunday, April 17 in Boston
Send me information about your upcoming programs and events in my blog’s comment section or message me the details on Facebook.
He looks way too awake and pensive for a Sunday morning.
Underbear is at the Alley Bar from 10PM – 2AM Saturday, April 9th
Head over to Pi Alley in DTX tonight and join DJ Taffy and the usual gang of underwear-clad guys as they welcome April.
Have a good weekend and thanks for stopping by to check out my blog.
Despite significant progress there has been an ugly backlash directed at the LGBT community over the past year. The #NOH8Worldwid movement returns to W Boston on Saturday, April 23rd from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Based on past experience, plan on arriving early as this shoot always attracts a large crowd.
More Information About The Open Photo Shoot for NOH8 Campaign
PHOTO COST:
Single/Solo Photos: $40 — Couple/Group Photos: $25 per person
TIPS:
Come camera-ready
Wear a white shirt
Have fun
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
E-mail info@noh8campaign.com with your contact information.
Please be sure to indicate you’d like to volunteer for the Boston shoot.
Here are some photos I took when I went to the NOH8 photo shoot in Boston back in the spring of 2011. Despite the long lines, we had a lot of fun.
Gay couple during WWII
Source: hypervocal.com
Although I don’t believe the above photo is of David or Brian, I would encourage you to read the love letter penned by Brian to David that accompanied this photo on hypervocal.com. The letter was first published by the pro gay magazine ONE in 1961. Read Brian’s love letter here.
I like to think of my blog as an important, educational site that can help you expand your vocabulary. Today’s vocabulary word is verklempt.
Verklempt
Originates from Yiddish אַרקלעמט or farklemt and the German word verklemmt.
Definition: choked with emotion
Used in a sentence: Oy, vey! When I saw this photo I got all verklempt.
Dear North Carolina LGBT Community,
A lot has been written about the mean-spirited legislation your State Legislature passed and Republican Governor, Pat McCrory recently signed into law. Without going into the details, we all understand the message: The LGBT community is not welcome in North Carolina and those who wish to discriminate against the LGBT community can now do so freely with the blessing of the state.
While North Carolina is a beautiful state, home to many wonderful people, it is hard for me to understand how a state can categorically write-off their LGBT community. The LGBT community has been instrumental in revitalizing neighborhoods like the South End in Charlotte and comprise a growing professional demographic that the state needs if they are to continue to court new employers to relocate to the area.
“If you do not feel welcome in North Carolina anymore many states will welcome you with open arms; Massachusetts included.”
Massachusetts is familiar with bigotry in all its forms but I suppose we are lucky to live in a state where the LGBT community is celebrated and not shunned. Our own governor (a Republican no less) is a staunch supporter of gay rights. I don’t write this to brag – I write this to let you know you deserve to be respected and would be welcomed with open arms in many states; Massachusetts included.
I applaud those who choose to stay in North Carolina and fight to change the law and the hearts of those who supported it, but for those who want to live in a state where the LGBT community is celebrated; not perceived as a social ill, come visit us in Massachusetts. From Northampton to Provincetown — Massachusetts has communities large and small where the LGBT community is viewed as an asset. If you come to the area to visit this spring or summer, let me know and I’ll be the first to buy you a drink and say, “Welcome to Massachusetts“.
With all my love,
BosGuy
I think I’ve posted this before but I love it. The photo reminds me of the lyrics to Madonna’s song, Justify My Love.
I want to kiss you in Paris – I want to hold your hand in Rome – I want to run naked in a rainstorm – Make love in a train cross-country…
Have a good weekend and thanks for stopping by to check out my blog.
Gay couple from the 1920s
Source: woolfandwilde.com
I want to dedicate this weekly post, featuring vintage gay photographs, to the men and women who lived in a more critical time where being true to yourself and loving who you want wasn’t always an option and came at a great price. Do you have a photo you would like to share? Email me at bosguymail@gmail.com.
The Butterfly Music Transgender Chorus is the nation’s second all-transgender chorus, and the only chorus of its kind in New England. The chorus will give their first public concert on Saturday, April 9th at First Church at 66 Marlborough St. in Back Bay.
UPDATE: The Saturday, April 9th concert has sold out! A second public concert will take place on Saturday, April 16th in Harvard Square at the University Lutheran Church, located at 66 Winthrop Street. Doors will open at 7:15 pm and the concert will begin at 8:00 pm. If you are interested in attending, general seating tickets can be purchased here.
If you would like to learn more about The Butterfly Music Transgender Chorus, visit their website at butterflymusictranschorus.org.
BosGuy 