I love this new Kmart commercial. Thanks to WGB for sharing.
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Calamus Bookstore SALE
Calamus Bookstore coupon
Boston’s only remaining LGBT bookstore over in the Leather District by South Station, Calamus Bookstore, is holding a killer sale.
Buy any full price (non-discount) item at any price and get a second item of equal or lesser value for half price with the digital coupon I’ve included in this post.
Print this coupon or show it on your phone and start your holiday shopping by supporting this fantastic local bookstore. The BOGO sale is currently in effect and runs through November 30, 2013.
Calamus Bookstore is located at 92B South Street and can be contacted via phone at 617-338-1931. They are open Monday – Saturday from 10am – 7pm and Sunday 12pm – 6pm.
Know your (Gay) history: 10 years ago today
10 years ago today Massachusetts State Supreme Judicial Court ruled that a ban on gay marriage is discriminatory and unconstitutional. Opponents made doomsday predictions about how this would harm traditional marriage and lead to problems with children raised in same-sex households. History has proven those arguments were nothing more than barely concealed homophobic rantings.
I would imagine the fact that the very, very gay friendly state of Massachusetts having the lowest divorce rate per capita in the United States is a very inconvenient truth for those who continue to oppose same sex marriage on the basis that it harms the institution of marriage.
Want to read more about this topic? Check out The Boston Globe’s recent article, A decade after Mass. ruling, gay marriage gains.
Monday blues
Hurry up or you’ll be late to work.
Photography tips from Essdras M. Suarez
Love photography? Would you like to get tips from an expert? Learn more about photography by attending this FREE lecture with Pulitzer Prize winning photographer, Essdras Suarez.
Essdras M Suarez has traveled to over 30 countries as a Globe photographer. Gain valuable insights as Essdras critiques anonymous photos submitted by the audience and stay for even more advice during a question and answer session. Details about how and where to send photographs are included on the registration page.
Tuesday, November 19, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM At the Boston Globe 135 Morrissey Blvd.You must register to attend and seats are limited. If you are interested, register for Picture Perfect Insider Photography Tips from Essdras M Suarez.
Lovejoy Wharf in Boston
Late last week new renderings of Lovejoy wharf where shared. Lovejoy wharf is located between the North End and Charlestown and it is a highly visible building for anyone coming into Boston on I-93 north of the city so when plans were announced to renovate this eyesore everyone cheered.
Included above is a photograph of Lovejoy wharf before construction started and a rendition of what the wharf will look like when construction is finished in the spring of 2015. The project will transform the decrepit building into a 187,000 square foot headquarters for Converse, residential units, ground floor shops and a new restaurant. Next to the building a new floating dock and public access to a new visitor’s center will be included.
Scruffy Sunday
Have yourself a relaxing Sunday. Thank you for stopping by.
Most Bearish US Cities
I love these unscientific survey and I hope you do too. GROWLR has recently issued a list of their top ‘bearish’ cities in the US. I was surprised to see that Atlanta topped the list and skinny Los Angeles was ranked 4th — really?
I would’ve expected gay meccas like San Francisco and NYC topping the list and colder cities like Chicago, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, St. Louis and Detroit all ranking higher.
Want to see the full list or see where your hometown ranked? To see the full list, click here.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch on Broadway in April
Looks like I need to book a trip to New York City this spring when Neil Patrick Harris stars in Hedwig and the Angry Inch. I LOVE this movie and can only imagine how fantastic it will be when it opens on Broadway in April. Not familiar with the 2001 film starring John Cameron Mitchell? Check out the movie trailer I’ve included.
Posted in Pop Culture, Theater, Video
Tagged BosGuy, Boston Guy, Pop Culture, Theater
Saturday snugglefest
Time to wake up and get up guys. Enjoy your Saturday morning.
Brazil one week from today
One week from today (actually right about now) I’ll be heading to the airport to fly down to meet Sergio in Brazil. Our trip this year is tinged with a bit of sadness as I head down to see Sergio’s Dad who’s health has rapidly declined over the past year.
On a happier note, after spending a few days in Belo Horizonte, Sergio and I will fly to Rio de Janeiro where we will meet a couple of friends and spend a fun week vacationing along Ipanema Beach. I’m looking forward to the warmth and energy of Rio.
Blogging will slow a bit while I”m away, but I’ve scheduled posts regularly and will check in to accept comments so keep ’em coming.
South End restaurant gossip: jm Curley’s to move into 28 degrees space
In late October I heard rumors that jm Curley in DTX was considering opening a new location in the space formerly occupied by 28 degrees in the South End. However, when I contacted Suzanne Dagenais – GM for jm Curley & Bogie’s Place – she responded that the ownership remained open to new ventures but there would not be “any more jm Curley’s in the South End or elsewhere.”
Fast forward to mid-November and word on the street is that the owners of jm Curley have inked a deal that will have them moving into the space formerly occupied by 28 degrees. If this turns out to be true it will be great to have them in the neighborhood. Not familiar with jm Curley’s? Check out their website, jmcurleyboston.com.
UPDATE – NOV 15: I was contacted again by Suzanne Dagenais. She confirmed the owners are looking at this space, but have not finalized negotiations (this runs counter to what I was told about the deal being inked).
According to Suzanne, should a deal go through, the space would be for a separate concept not yet determined. It is hard for me to believe that owners would agree to move into such an expensive space and not have a full business plan if only so they can get financing. What I’ve concluded from Suzanne’s email is it is unlikely jm Curley’s will open, but the owners are probably looking at a higher end option to make the space economically viable.
Could the soon to be departing jm Curly chef Sam Monsour be involved with the jm Curley’s owners in this new space? Time will tell I suppose. More about Chef Sam Monsour’s departure can be found in EaterBoston’s article.
Legal Sea Foods “brain food” campaign
This past spring Boston’s seafood restaurant chain, Legal Sea Foods, launched their “brain food” ad campaign. The humorous campaign includes the tag line “Fish is brain food. We have fish.” alongside photos like the one shown. You can see the full collection of images by linking to their Facebook page, here.
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