Bertolli pasta’s 2009 gay-themed advertisement

Bertolli AdvertBack in 2009 Bertolli pasta teamed up with Logo Films and released this gay-themed commercial. In light of recent remarks from Guido Barilla, CEO of Barilla pasta – a.k.a. Dick of the Week, this video from rival pasta company, Bertolli, is resurfacing on the web and starting to go viral.

Temptation Tuesday

Temptation Tuesday BosGuy BlogThis week’s temptation comes with a dash of scruff.

Past Temptation Tuesday Posts

Mildred Fierce in New York City

Ryan LandryRyan Landry and his Gold Dust Orphans have packed their bags and bid Provincetown and Boston a fond adieu for the time being while they shack up with Varla Jean Merman for a four week run at Theatre 80 St. Marks.

If you find yourself in NYC and would like to watch a hilarious melodrama starring one of my all-time favorite drag queens, Varla Jean Merman, then make note of this adult-themed parody.  Mildred Fierce opens this Saturday on October 5th and runs through October 27th on Saturdays and Sundays only. Ticket prices are $25 for general seating or $35 for VIP.

Order Your Tickets Here

2013 Santa Speedo Run registration opens tomorrow

Boston Santa Speedo RunThis year’s Santa Speedo Run in Boston will be on Saturday, December 14, 2013. Runners will congregate at Lir Tavern and at Whiskey’s Bar on Boylston Street in Boston’s Back Bay.

Check out: ssrunners.org

Registration for this fun event is on a first come, first serve basis and it will fill very quickly so don’t delay.  

Here is a recap of all the fun at the 2012 event. 

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Monday blues

Monday blues

Believe 2016

cruz and palin 2016The most often heard critique regarding politics in America is that Democrats and Republicans cannot find common ground on anything anymore. Here is a humorous if not frightening idea that I first saw posted on Joe.My.God.

I suppose this is one idea that would appeal to many Tea Party / Conservative Republicans and Democrats alike. Leaving only moderate Republicans and self-identified Independents shuddering at the thought. It would be interesting to see just how many red states this just might turn purple and how many purple states might turn blue if such a ticket ever manifest.

Fashionistas check out Boston’s Emerging Trends 2013

Boston Emerging Trends 2013Are you interested in fashion? You may want to check out Boston’s Emerging Trends 2013 at the Boston Center for the Arts (Cyclorama) at 539 Tremont Street in the South End on Saturday, October 5th.

Get Your Tickets Here

This event is a dedicated effort to aid Boston’s fashion community to encourage innovation and creativity by showcasing emerging designers from all over the world.  Designers featured this year at Boston’s Emerging Trends 2013 include: Nina Athanasiou (Germany), Fleur Kelinza (London), Shefali Couture (U.A.E.) w/ Sabrinah Renee, boutique jeweler (US, L)isa Loveday Designs (Canada), NuVu Studio (US), Naomi Davidoff (US), House of Laura Williams (US), The Haute House (US) and Ivanka Eston (US).  A handful of VIP tickets remain as do general admission tickets which range from $30-$45. 

Church humor

religion

This is a photo of a sign outside St. John’s Anglican Church in Niagara Falls from earlier this month. Source: RAY SPITERI Niagara Falls Review but I first saw it on its a kirby blog.

Cute and funny

adoptedHope you are having a great weekend.

The science of happiness

The science of happinessFeeling down? The experiment in the video below shows that expressing your gratitude is directly linked to the amount of happiness one feels. It is a cute video and one I’d encourage you to both watch and share with others.

Arts Week Boston: Xylograph Your Xylophone

Art Week BostonNot joining Sergio and I at The Donkey Show tonight? You may want to check out this program from Arts Week Boston:  Xylograph Your Xylophone.

Hosted at the Audio Concepts Experience Center at 870 Commonwealth Avenue. The program runs from 6:30 – 8:30 pm and is $20.13.  The fee helps pay for beverages, food and additional materials.

About Xylograph your Xylophone: Furniture maker, Ray Bachand of 60nobscot has combined two of his exceptional talents – woodworking and music – to create a memorable evening for people looking to do something different. During the course of the evening each participant will make a xylophone and learn to play it. Of course wine, canapés, and music will help fuel your creative inspiration.  
 
 

Berklee BeanTown Jazz Festival is today

Boston Music FestivalThis is the 13th year that Berklee School of Music has hosted the BeanTown Jazz Festival. The Festival is  a giant (FREE) block party that attracts 70,000+ people.

The fun starts at Noon and runs through 6 PM on Columbus Avenue between Mass Ave and Burke Street in the South End.

For more information visit www.beantownjazz.org.

Take your medicine

A spoonful of vodkaAnd have a great evening.

Emirates Airline to start flights to Boston

travelEarlier this summer I wrote a post about how Boston’s Logan airport has been successfully wooing new airlines and routes while consciously working to lessen reliance on traditional large US carriers and looking beyond Europe for destinations to serve in this post.

Japan Airlines (JAL) started flights to Tokyo, Turkish Airlines has announced flights to Istanbul and Copa Airlines announced flights to Central America from Boston.  Now Emirates Airlines has announced that they will start flying to Boston in March 2014, making it the 8th US city they will serve.  While flying can be a pain in the neck – I still love travel and welcome the news.

Much thanks to Adam from Boston Hospitality Industry Blog for pointing this out.  You can read more if interested, in the Dubai Chronicle.

Play me I’m yours

Celebrity SeriesPlay Me, I’m Yours is an arts project by artist Luke Jerram that has been touring the world since 2008, and starting today the program comes to Boston. Seventy-five pianos have been installed throughout the city with the invitation to Play Me, I’m Yours!

Curious where you can find these street pianos?  Check out this street map.