Tom of Finland biopic opens in February 2017

Posted on December 18, 2016 | 1 comment

gay eroticism, David Grant, Touko LaaksonenDo you recognize the name Touko Laaksonen? Perhaps not, but his drawings have become collectibles and his Tom of Finland drawings are iconic in the gay community.  Earlier this week the full trailer for Tom of Finland was released.

The video gives us a glimpse of the biopic, that explores the life of Laaksonen, a.k.a Tom of Finland, whose unapologetic drawings shattered taboos and showcased gay male eroticism in a way it never was before and has not been seen since. The Finnish-language biopic, directed by Dome Karukoski and starring Pekka Strang, is scheduled for release in early 2017.

For more information about the movie visit, www.tof.fi.

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Scruffy Sunday

Posted on December 18, 2016 | Leave a comment

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A Drag Christmas at House of Blues Sunday, Dec 18

Posted on December 17, 2016 | Leave a comment

A Drag Queen Christmas, BostonI somehow missed this event when I was compiling my “What to Do” post for this week so I wanted to rectify that by sharing with you information about A Drag Christmas.

If you are a fan of RuPaul’s Drag Race on Logo TV you’ll want to come to the House of Blues tomorrow to see this most unconventional holiday show. Check out performances by former Drag Race contestants, Thorgy Thor, Kim Chi, Naomi Smalls and more. (Sunday, December 18 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.; House of Blues, Boston; $20-155; all ages)

Get Your Tickets Here

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Saturday morning coffee

Posted on December 17, 2016 | Leave a comment
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Source: @MenAndCoffee (Instagram)

I like coffee because it gives me the illusion that I might be awake.
– Lewis Black

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Saturday morning comic: Adam and Andy

Posted on December 17, 2016 | 2 comments

gay cartoon, gay comicClick 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.

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Bonus fur

Posted on December 16, 2016 | 2 comments

bonus-fur-chestEnjoy the weekend and thanks for stopping by to check out my blog.

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Boston Tea Party happened 243 years ago today

Posted on December 16, 2016 | Leave a comment

kennedy-tea-partyDid you know that on December 16, 1773 (some 243 years ago) a bunch of fed up colonists from Massachusetts dressed like Native Americans and snuck aboard a ship to dump tea into Boston harbor as a way to protest their frustrations with the British Monarchy?

Although it has nothing to do with the protest, I prefer this image of one of my favorite Presidents, having a tea party of another sort with his daughter.  I find both the history of the Tea Party as well as the image of President John Kennedy very inspiring, and these days I’m looking for inspiration wherever I can find it.

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Furry Friday

Posted on December 16, 2016 | 2 comments

Furry Friday, handsome, hunk, hairy, ChristmasSay hello to Matt – this week’s Furry Friday. I’ve included photos of this handsome Bostonian in the past, but I saved this one for the Christmas season.

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G Lounge in Chelsea will close at end of the year

Posted on December 16, 2016 | Leave a comment
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Source: G Lounge Facebook page

Yesterday Kennethinthe212 blog posted that the popular gay bar G Lounge in Chelsea will be closing at the end of this year. I have some fun memories navigating my way around the bar and was sorry to hear that the popular bar would be closing.  Kenneth writes:

I just confirmed this with G Lounge, a gay-bar staple in Chelsea for 20 years. I first heard rumblings about G closing in early 2014, but then was told I was wrong in 2015. Sadly, I wasn’t. The bar — which signed a confident 20-year lease when it opened in 1996 — seemed to remain vibrant as Splash, Rawhide, The Break, Champs, View Bar and others faded away. Sad to hear a place that played such a big role in my life is coming to an end, even if it had ended in my actual life many years ago.

Read this funny conversation Kenneth’s friend had via text when he learned of G Lounge’s imminent closing. I think we can all agree with his friends sentiments.

Kenneth’s friend’s funny response to G Lounge closing

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BosGuy brain teaser

Posted on December 16, 2016 | 9 comments

brain teaser, shirtless manEach Friday morning 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.

I’ll confirm answers in the afternoon so don’t worry if you don’t see your comment posted right away. I want to give everyone a chance to guess.

This week’s riddle: What do you call a bear without an ear?

Like riddles? Check out past week’s brain teasers.

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The Lure of Provincetown exhibit opens in Wilton Manors, Friday, Dec. 16

Posted on December 15, 2016 | Leave a comment

The Lure of Provincetown, Midge Battelle, Al KaplanTHE LURE OF PROVINCETOWN
Photography by Midge Battelle and Al Kaplan
Stonewall Gallery 2157 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors FL

This new exhibit at the Stonewall National Museum and Archives in Wilton Manors, FL examines the rich culture and history of Provincetown, MA, as a popular tourist destination for the LGBT community.

This exhibit opens Friday, December 16th. The exhibit is free and open to the public, but a suggested donation of $5 is appreciated. For more information, visit stonewall-museum.org.

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Massachusetts marijuana law: What you need to know

Posted on December 15, 2016 | 1 comment

legalize potEffective today, recreational marijuana is legal in Massachusetts — but it is not readily available.  The law allows adults to have limited quantities of marijuana for recreational purposes and grow pot plants in their homes, but for the moment it’s still illegal to sell marijuana in Massachusetts — except to registered medical marijuana patients.

The State has one year to figure out how to license and regulate the sale of marijuana so until January 2017 it looks like Massachusetts could become one of the leaders in homegrown marijuana.

For more information, check out WBUR’s The Legal Do’s and Don’ts to Know.

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Vintage gay

Posted on December 15, 2016 | 2 comments

vintage-gay-photographMuch thanks to my friend, Tony, for sharing this week’s submission. As my regular readers know, 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 for a future post? Email me at bosguymail@gmail.com.

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Opus Affair cocktail social tonight 6-9PM at Stoddard’s

Posted on December 14, 2016 | 1 comment

LGBT social, gay bostonLooking for something to do after work? Want to meet new, interesting people in Boston? Why not check out Opus Affair’s monthly cocktail social which takes place after work at Stoddard’s in Downtown Crossing?

There is no cost but Opus Affair does ask people to RSVP if possible so they can keep count and ensure the bar has enough staff – this group is very popular and attracts a large crowd. If you’re thinking of going RSVP – it takes just a minute.

Opus Affair Cocktail Social 6-9PM
Stoddard’s Fine Food & Ale
48 Temple Place, Boston
RSVP – Yes, I’m Going

About: Opus Affair is a mix of artists and art appreciators who get together each month for cocktails and to chat about the arts scene in Boston. Some come for serious networking, others come for fun. There’s no agenda—just a chance to have a few drinks with other like-minded folks. Bring some friends or come make some new ones.

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Word of the day: Fruit Fly

Posted on December 14, 2016 | 1 comment

fruit flyFruit Fly (\ˈfrüt-flī\adjective) 
Definition: a woman who prefers the company of gay men to heterosexual men.
Example: Margaret Cho may be the world’s most famous fruit fly.

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