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Thought of the day: Sochi Olympics
Source: homo-promo.tumblr.com
Today is the final day of the Sochi Olympic games and I’m going to go out on a limb and suggest that hosting the games in homophobic Russia has been a blessing in disguise for the gay community.
Gay rights have been consistently discussed during the Olympic Games. Air time has been provided to discuss Russia’s discriminatory legislation in a way I’ve rarely seen in the US; we tend to only report on what happens here at home, forgetting there is a world beyond our borders.
While these protests may have fallen on deaf ears in Russia, the conversation has taken on new meaning here in the US. I can’t help but wonder was Michael Sam’s historic announcement days after the Opening Ceremony at Sochi intentional? It seems to have added fuel here in the US to fighting homophobia in sport; against the backdrop of the Sochi Olympics the conversation seemed all the more poignant.
Homophobia thrives when it is unchallenged. The 1980s gay activist group ACT UP had it right; Silence = Death. Although they were fighting for more AIDS funding and helping those dying from AIDS to live their final days with dignity, the mantra remains true so I hope the dialog started and scrutiny focused on Russia continues after the Olympic torch goes out in Sochi.
Scruffy Sunday
It is a scruffy ‘puppy’ Sunday this week.
South End rumor: Fritz (update)
Earlier today I wrote that the former South End gay sports bar, Fritz, might reopen in a new location later this year.
This afternoon I received an email from the owner of Fritz indicating this was a rumor and he has not sold the name or logo. #WickedBummer
South End Rumor: Red Fez to become Fritz Boston
UPDATE Fritz will not reopen in the Red Fez: details here
One of my most read blog posts from 2013 Farewell to Fritz appears to have been incorrect. At the time Fritz had announced they would close in early 2014 to remodel but would reopen better than before. However, persistent rumors led me and others to believe Fritz days were numbered, and I bemoaned the loss of a great gay neighborhood / sports bar.
Now rumors indicate that Fritz will indeed reopen but not in the Chandler Inn space. This blogger has been told that Fritz will get the keys to The Red Fez at 1222 Washington Street in the South End in early March and they plan to reopen there. The new space is double the size of the original bar, has a full kitchen, patio and parking for patrons.
I’ll continue to look into these rumors. It isn’t clear if the owners plan to do any remodeling or when they may open, but if you have any news to share, contact me at bosguymail@gmail.com.
Andy Roddick and Mardy Fish take stand against homophobia
In light of the disgraceful way the International Olympic Committee has dealt with championing Russia’s homophobic legislation, I wanted to share this story.
American star tennis players Andy Roddick and Mardy Fish become the 1st professional men’s tennis players to align with Athlete Ally.
Andy Roddick said, “Yesterday was an incredible day for athletes everywhere. Jason Collin’s courage and leadership in coming out reminds me of how important it is for an athlete to be able to be true to him or herself. As an Athlete Ally, I want to support every athlete to feel comfortable and confident being themselves and to make sure that all people – players and fans alike – are welcome and included in tennis.” More about this story here and more about Athlete Ally here.
dBar Snowball Tea Dance Sunday
Sunday really can be a fun day this weekend in Boston since dBar will be hosting their seasonal tea dance from 4-8 p.m. Talk among yourselves and make plans to head over to Dorchester for tea this Sunday.
More information about is on their event page: Snowball Tea Dance.
Fenway Men’s Event 2014
Mark your calendars and dust off that tuxedo. Boston’s gay prom is Saturday, April 26. Sergio and I will miss this year’s festivities as we celebrate the wedding of our very good friends Ralph & Joao, but I look forward to hearing all about this year’s Men’s Event.
More information and tickets for The Men’s Event here
Hey Ladies – here is info about The Women’s Dinner Paahty – March 29th
Here is a glimpse of The Fenway Men’s Event 2013.
Furry Friday
Forget about love (at least for the moment) and focus on lust. Use this week’s Furry Friday for inspiration.
Federal judge strikes down Virginia’s marriage ban
Yesterday, the traditionally conservative but trending progressive state of Virginia got a little more progressive when a Federal judge ruled that Virginia’s marriage ban is unconstitutional.
What a wonderful Valentine’s Day gift for the thousands of LGBT couples who call Virginia home. This was the second favorable ruling on marriage equality from a Southern state in as many days; a judge in Kentucky ruled on Wednesday that the Bluegrass state had to recognize same-sex marriages performed in other states. The Virginia judge’s ruling follows similar decisions in Utah and Oklahoma federal courts.
Want to read more? Check out the Huffington Post article, here.
Fur and Gold anniversary party tomorrow
Host Sean Johnson invites you to dance, drink, and have a great time with DJ Brent Covington & DJ Taffy spinning Indie Rock/Pop/Dance, Post-Punk, ’80s, Britpop, Underground, New Wave, Electro, & Euro Hits.
21+ 10pm – 2am $$No Cover$$ at The Alley Bar in DTX
Gay cliques test: Muscle pup
I took the free online Gay Cliques Test and came away with the following results: 44% Twink, 52% Bear, 68% Daddy, 39% Cub, 44% Otter, 50% Pup, 72% Muscle_Pup, 71% Wolf and 54% Gym_Bunny. I don’t really understand what any of that means; how can one be 44% Twink and 52% Bear – seems impossible. I broke down the quiz’s description of me according to how Gay Cliques interpreted my responses to the 2-minute quiz.
Oddly I’m labeled “The Muscle Pup” despite not having much muscle mass nor being of a “pup” like age. According to this fun, free and easy online quiz, I “have average height, hairiness, looks, and sex appeal.”
“Your best friends are Gym bunnies, and other Pups“, Um… not really although I do love bunnies and puppies. The quiz goes on to suggest that I am attracted to Twinks, Gym Bunnies, and Otters. All true I suppose as I like all sorts of men.
Curious and want to take this quiz: The Gay Cliques Test
There are no gays in figure skating
Don’t worry Vlad. There won’t be any gays attending or competing in men’s figure skating; a sporting event with a proud Russian heritage.
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