Wigged: A Halloween Drag Show comes to Club Cafe October 30th

Cacophony Daniels and Sutton Lee Seymour bring their HalloWICKED drag cabaret show to Club Cafe for one show only on Saturday, October 30th where they will perform songs from Wicked, Hocus-Pocus, and Rocky Horror Picture Show to name a few.

Seating is limited and tickets cost just $30. This show will sell out quickly so make plans with friends and get your tickets today.

Scruffy Sunday

Who would like to volunteer to go wake this guy up?

Previous Scruffy Sunday Posts

Saturday morning coffee

Enjoy your morning cup of joe (or whatever you might like to call him).

Saturday morning comics

ADAM & ANDY is set in the fictional New England town of Woodfield, CT. You can learn more about Adam and Andy and purchase a copy of “the definitive collection of Adam and Andy” by visiting, adamandandy.com.

Click on this week’s comic strip to enlarge

Click here if you would like to see the previous Adam & Andy

SOLD: Provincetown’s Crown & Anchor

If you live in Provincetown or follow one of the many Facebook groups about Provincetown this is old news to you, because yesterday The Provincetown Independent shared that the gay landmark, Crown & Anchor, had gone under agreement; purchased by Jonathan Hawkins, and his partner / boyfriend, Paolo Martini.

The innkeeper, entertainment, and liquor licenses were all transferred from the previous owners Dougal and Murray to Martini and Hawkins at a licensing board meeting this past Tuesday, October 12th. While I don’t know Hawkins or Martini personally, several of my friends do. Hawkins has lived and worked as a producer in Provincetown for several years. His partner, Martini (what an appropriate name for an owner of the Crown & Anchor) is an executive at Cambridge-based, Moderna Inc.

What makes me happiest about this transaction is that it was purchased by a local, gay couple who live in and love this town. The Provincetown Independent correctly points out that in recent years there has been a great deal of corporate consolidation of gay bars, hotels, media etc… It is good to see that Ptown continues to march to the beat of its own drum and has somehow managed to keep this important venue locally (and gay) owned.

I want to thank Dougal and Murray for all the work they’ve done to make the Crown & Anchor such an excellent venue and wish the new owners Martini and Hawkins much luck and success.

Furry Friday

Thank god it’s Furry Friday. Have a great weekend everyone.

Past Furry Friday

BosGuy brain teaser

riddle, exercise for your brainEach Friday, I post a riddle to get you to think outside the box and exercise your brain. If you are stumped, share it with a friend or colleague and see if you can figure out the answer together.

Leave your answer in the comment section. I’ll approve responses later in the day to give people a chance to respond without seeing any spoilers. This week’s riddle is a tough, but don’t be discouraged. The riddle comes from a past episode of NPR’s Sunday Puzzle and was shared by Dan Pitt of Palo Alto, California.


This week’s brain teaser: Take the common abbreviation for a major American city. Insert it inside an airport code for that city. And you’ll name a flower. What flower is it?

Hit me up if you want / need a hint!
Like riddles? Check out past week’s brain teasers.

What to do this weekend

Mr. Boston Bear & Cub competition is this weekend at The Alley Bar

Below is a list of what is happening in Boston and Provincetown. Show your love by supporting our gay bars and businesses. If you have an event you want included, email bosguymail@gmail.com.

Boston Gay Bars

The Alley
THURSDAY: UK Drag Race viewing party @7PM
FRIDAY: Mr. Boston Bear/Cub Title Competition, Meet & Greet @8PM
SATURDAY: Mr. Boston Bear/Cub Title Competition @9PM
SUNDAY: Mr. Boston Bear/Cub Luncheon @2PM & Idol Karaoke @8PM

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THURSDAY: RPDR UK w/ host Harlow Havoc @8PM
FRIDAY: Supernature w/ DJ Brian Derrick, host Penny Tentiary & Miranda Rights @10PM
SATURDAY: Mayhem Saturdays w/ Twisted Gleam @10PM
SUNDAY: Mizery Loves Company Drag Brunch shows @11AM & 2PM

Cathedral Station
FRIDAY: Watch the Red Sox play the A’s in Houston ALCS Game 1 @8PM
SATURDAY: Watch the Red Sox play the A’s in Houston ALCS Game 2 @TBD
SUNDAY: Watch the New England Patriots play NY Jets @1PM

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FRIDAY: Karaoke Night – Give me back my mic w/ Ryan Grow @8PM
SATURDAY: “Slay Saturdays” Stoplight Party w/ DJ Mascari @10PM
SUNDAY: Patio tea dance sponsored by Pride Sports w/ DJ Joe Bermudez @4PM

Jacques CabaretProof of COVID-19 vaccination required for entry
THURSDAY: Now That’s What I Call A Drag Show! @8PM
FRIDAY: Birthday Roast of Mike Hawk, MT Hart and Travis Tí @8PM Drag Me To The Main Stage @10PM
SATURDAY: Drag Me To The Main Stage @10PM
SUNDAY: Sunday Fun Day – Open Mic

Call 617-426-8902 for show information and to reserve seats.

Legacy & Royale (Gay Mafia Boston)
THURSDAY: Serve Thursdays w/ BIQTCH PUDDIN, host Violencia, DJ Coleslaw & mixologist Rob Botelho @10PM
FRIDAY: Bussdown Fridays w/ DJ FrenchY @10PM
SATURDAY: Halloween Saturdays w/ DJ Ranny @10PM
SUNDAY: DRAGATHON starring Trixie & Katya @Royale @10PM

Trophy Room has reopened! No programming scheduled at the moment.

LGBTQ+ nights & events

THURSDAY: (NEW GAY NIGHT) That Very Thursday w/ music by DB SWEETS from The Glitter boys starting @9PM at The W Hotel Boston

THURSDAY: Queeraoke Thursdays is back at Midway Cafe in JP every Thursday @10PM

Mr. Boston Bear, Mr. Boston Cub
Mr. Boston Bear & Cub competition is this weekend

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY: Mr. Boston Bear & Cub Competition is at the Alley Bar

FRIDAY & SATURDAY: Miss Richfield 1981 (Sold Out) @7:30PM at Club Cafe

FRIDAY & SATURDAY: Diva Royale Drag Show Upstairs at Hennessey’s starting @7:30PM

FRIDAY: Heroes (18+) w/ DJ Chris Ewen @9PM at Sonia

FRIDAY: Beach Ball Friday w/ DJ Michael Giller and host Lady German at La Makina on Revere Beach

FRIDAY: The Mummy (on 35mm) – Midnight Showing will be playing at the Coolidge Corner Theatre

SATURDAY: Latin Night w/ DJ La Nena is at La Makina nightclub on Revere Beach

SUNDAY: Boston Gay Men’s Bookclub meet from 3-4PM at the Boston Public Garden (will meet in front of the Make Way For Ducklings statue before finding a place to spread out) to talk about this genre bending treat inspired by the Mary Shelley gothic classic.

SUNDAY: SIP w/ DJ Brent Covington & Brian Halligan 6-10PM at Phoenix Landing

SUNDAY: LEATHERETTE Leather Night @10PM at Phoenix Landing

Drag Brunches in Boston

Some drag brunches require tickets purchased ahead of time. Click the event links shared below for ticketing and reservation information.

Disney Villians Drag Brunch
Saturday 9:00AM
Hosted at House of Blues Boston

Illusions The Drag Brunch Boston
Saturday & Sunday shows @1:30PM
Hosted upstairs at Hennessey’s

Mizery Loves Company Drag Brunch
2 Shows Sunday 11:00AM & 2:00PM
Hosted at blend

Drag Me To Brunch
Sunday 12PM – 4PM
Hosted at Carrie Cocktail Nation Club

And finally… another resource for what is happening at Boston gay bars is KikiPedia.

Provincetown This Weekend

Monday, October 11th – Sunday, October 17th is Women’s Week.

Vintage gay

Sometimes when I post photos from the past, it isn’t clear if the men are a couple or merely friends, but this photo is not in the least ambiguous. I love how the photographer captures the two as the man on the left leans in for a kiss.

I 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.

Previous Vintage Gay Photos

Epoc Studios

Personal and small group training studio in Boston’s South End

Yesterday, I wrote about the Elite Training Group, the personal traing studio I work out at 2x a week. I also wanted to give ETGs “sister studio” a shout out. Epoc Studios which opened this past summer is owned and operated by Kris Kranzky’s brother Kyle and his girlfriend Tatiana. The two relocated from Southern California to open this space, located just a couple doors down from ETG on Washington Street, across from Peter’s Park.

Epoc Studios specializes in small-group training, delivering customizable, challenging, and effective fitness experience for people of all ages and fitness levels. The sleek interior is definitely deceptive from its exterior. Their custom-designed workouts can include heart-rate monitors with a visual display shown in real-time on screens throughout the gym during class to see how hard you’re working out. Both trainers are very friendly, easy to talk to and a very welcome addition to the neighborhood.

Photos courtesy of Epoc Studios Instagram Account @epoc.studios

With the days getting shorter and the holiday season approaching, it gets harder to carve out time to workout. One of the lessons I’ve taken from the pandemic is personal health can’t be taken for granted, but it also takes work. That work is easier thanks to expert advise from people like Kyle and Tatiana there every step of the way – all it takes is for you to meet them halfway. If you’re looking for a new gym or need to mix things up check out Epoc.

Epoc Studios
1250 Washington Street – South End
epocstudios.com

Alternatively, you can also check out their sister gym, Elite Training Group, a few doors down.

Caption this photo

Hopefully the caption I’ve shared below inspires you to offer up one or two of your own. Leave a funny caption in the comment section, and I’ll approve it for readers to enjoy.

“Copping a feel”

Elite Training Group (ETG)

Personal training studio in Boston’s South End

A little more than a year ago, personal trainers Kris Kranzky and Stephen “Stew” Stewart, opened Elite Training Group (ETG), a personal training studio, on Washington Street across from Peter’s Park in the South End of Boston.

Both worked for many years at the Boston Sport Club South End, cultivating a large and loyal number of clients (including yours truly). So when the gym opened early last fall, I signed up for sessions. I had gained what I referred to as the “Covid 19” and with the end of the pandemic nowhere in sight I knew I needed that extra attention you get from a good personal trainer.

Some of these photos were taken prior to the mask mandate in Boston

Over the past year, I’ve gained more muscle and lost body fat. I’m down about 15 pounds. With the days getting shorter and the holiday season approaching, it gets harder to carve out time to workout. One of the lessons I’ve taken from the pandemic is personal health can’t be taken for granted, but it also takes work. That work is easier thanks to expert advise from people like Kris and Stew helping you. If you’re looking for a new gym or need to mix things up check out ETG.

Elite Training Group
1242 Washington Street – South End
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Alternatively, you can also check out their sister gym, Epoc Studios, a few doors down.

Temptation Tuesday

Past Temptation Tuesday Posts

Men in kilts

Previous Men in Kilts Posts

Monday morning mancandy

May this week’s mancandy post of the ever so handsome Peruvian model, Diego Rodriguez Doig, distract you from the fact that it is Monday.