This photo circa 1880 is via Wikipedia Commons
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.
I disagree with the modern interpretation of the United States’ second amendment, and I’m painfully aware of how out of step I am with the majority of Americans on this issue. As much as the tragedy in Orlando breaks my heart (and it really does), something changed in how I view my country after the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre so while this tragedy infuriates me and I agree with the Daily News cover – I have come to expect so little from my country and even less from my politicians that all I have left are tears of shame.
In case you missed this in my blog post on Monday “What to do this week”, I wanted to remind you to head over to City Hall Plaza for an after work drink.
Today, from 5 to 7:30 p.m., Mayor Marty Walsh will host “Beer Garden on the Bricks,” a summer kickoff, featuring a beer garden, food and entertainment. A selection of local craft beers will be on hand, including offerings from Slumbrew and Aeronaut. And Roxy’s Grilled Cheese and Double Chin will be serving up the food, along with some yet to be named vendors. For more information and details click, 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 Daddy.
Daddy (ˈdadē/noun)
Definition: A typically older, financially established gay man.
Example: If you want to find yourself a daddy perhaps you should check out “Daddy Days” in Provincetown August 25 – 28th this year.
Each Wednesday morning I post a photograph and ask readers to offer a funny caption. Hopefully the caption below inspires you to share a few of your own.
You’re doing it wrong
As is so often the case with important messages, those who need to read or hear them turn a blind eye or deaf ear. However, when DJ Michael tweeted out this photo today, I couldn’t resist piling on by sharing as well. I only hope that the understandable anger and frustration that has come out of Orlando tragedy will be directed into more positive actions that will help heal and bring hope.
If you happen to be in Provincetown today, it is Tea Time.
Modus Vivendi has been on a tear lately, and their most recent Rainbow Line shot in Cuba was hard for me (and I’m assuming you as well) to overlook.
The new color blocking swimwear line is available in eight different color combinations that are made from fast drying, high quality material. The classic brief cuts have cleverly designed backs to accentuate the positive (so to speak).
Like what you see and want to place an order? Check out Modus Vivendi.
Much thanks to @justgngr for sharing this as a suggested Temptation Tuesday.
Looking for an alternative to bars? Boston’s Gay Men’s Book Club which meets each month at the Trident Booksellers and Cafe might be the perfect option. Each month this group gathers to socialize and discuss a different book in one of my favorite bookshops in Boston.
Next Monday this group will reconvene in the Back Bay to talk about the 2014 fictionalized biography of E.M. Forster, Arctic Summer by Damon Galgut. The New York Times’ Thomas Mallon wrote this piece in praise of the book back in September 2014, “A Closet With a View”.
All are welcome to join when the group meets on Monday, June 20th at 7:00 PM at the Trident Booksellers and Cafe located near Mass Ave at 338 Newbury Street. Be sure to sign up to the “Meet Up” group and RSVP, here.
You can purchase a copy of the book on Amazon here.
My job has been pretty intense lately and as this post goes live I’m about 30,000 feet above ground heading over to the Left Coast for the week. That combined with the fact that what little free time I had last week was spent enjoying Boston Pride means posting may be thin this week and my ability to respond to questions and comments will be limited. Thanks for your patience with me.
Rhode Island night PrideFest on Saturday, June 18th
What to do this week: June 13th – 19th
I Love the 90s Tea Dance takes place from 4PM – 7PM at the Boatslip every Monday in Provincetown
Fascination is Boston’s Gear / Kink / Fetish night at Jacques in BayVillage on Monday, June 13 in Boston
Musical Theater & Opera Trivia and Cabaret is MetroWest Opera’s semi-annual fundraiser at Club Cafe on Monday, June 13 in Boston
If/Then join TWC as they take over the Boston Opera House to watch the popular Broadway musical on Monday, June 13 in Boston
Show Tune Tuesday at dbar starts at 9PM and is every Tuesday in Dorchester
Geek Trivia is guaranteed fun and has lots of prizes (trivia starts at 8pm) hosted every Tuesday at Club Cafe in Boston
Karaoke Night starts at 10PM every Tuesday at Jacques in Boston
Out to Climb is Wednesday June 15th
Out to Climb join TWC as they take over Brooklyn Boulders for one evening starting at 6:30PM on Wednesday, June 15 in Somerville
Beer Garden on the Bricks turns Government Center for one evening after work into the city’s largest after work bar, Wednesday, June 15 in Boston
Stump Trivia lets you impress your friends with all the trivia you know from 5PM – 10PM every Wednesday at Cathedral Station in Boston
Boston Spirit Magazine Summer Sunset Cruise boarding begins at 6PM and departs at 6:30 on Wednesday, June 15 in Boston
Solid Gold Tea Dance takes place from 4PM – 7PM at the Boatslip every Thursday in Provincetown
ICA Boston every Thursday from 5PM – 9PM admission is free to the public.
RI Pride Block Party from 9PM – 3AM will include Steve Grand to perform at Dark Lady on Friday, June 17 in Providence, RI
Varla Jean Merman show Big Black Hole is at Mainestreet on Friday, June 17 in Ogunquit, ME
Donna Summer Tribute Roller Disco Party at Gov’t Center Friday, June 17
Donna Summer Outdoor Roller Disco Party returns for its third year to Government Center from 6PM-10PM on Friday, June 17 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, June 17 in Boston
RI Pridefest and Illuminated Night Parade starts at 12PM on South Water Street on Saturday, June 18 in Providence, RI
South End Open Market and SOWA Open Market return separately in the South End every Sunday from 10am – 4pm in Boston
Bearz Tea Dance never has a cover and always has great music from 70s 80s & 90s, starting at 5PM Sunday at Club Cafe in Boston
Send me information about your upcoming programs and events in my blog’s comment section or message me the details on Facebook.
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If you are a Britney fan you’ll want to see Todrick Hall’s latest video, which he released last week. You’ll be singing along in no time.
By the time this publishes most of you will have heard about the mass shooting at the gay club in Orlando called Pulse and maybe there will be more information. According to accounts from the scene, the gunman traded gunfire with police officer before entering Pulse at 2 a.m.
Most of the estimated 320 people inside escaped, but an unknown number were taken hostage in a bathroom. Current reports indicate 20 were killed and 42 injured. What a sad way to close out Boston Pride.
More information available on CNN here.
After all the fun from Boston Pride the night before I’m pretty sure a lot of guys will feel the same way about this morning, but you need to rally for the Back Bay block party later this afternoon.
BosGuy 