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First Light: New Year’s Eve in Provincetown

Provincetown New Year's EveProvincetown is once again pulling out all the stops for New Years celebrations. It has been several years since Sergio and I have spent New Year’s Eve in Ptown, but it looks like the town is hoping that more people will come to ring in the New Year.  Visiting Provincetown off season can be amazing fun.  If you are still trying to figure out what to do for New Year’s Eve you might want to consider driving down to Ptown with someone special or a group of friends.

Celebrations will start on Wednesday, December 30th and run through Saturday, January 2nd. NYE parties are planned at places like the Crown & Anchor and AHouse and there will be plenty of events including shows from some of your favorite Ptown entertainers like Miss Richfield and Dina Martina as well as special events like the annual Polar Bear Plunge and Fireworks.

For more information visit, ptown.org/firstlight.

Boston Santa Speedo Run 2015

Boston Santa Speedo Run 2015In case you missed it, this past Saturday Boston hosted the 16th Annual SSR (Santa Speedo Run) in the Back Bay.

This year there were fewer runners than in past years despite the unseasonably warm temperature but there remained (as usual) a very large contingent of gay men who participated.  Notably two large teams that have been raising money for several years: Team Wrecking Ballz who were dressed in black with antlers and Team Straight As A Candy Cane.

Unfortunately this year I cannot make a video but below are some photos from the run, which raises money for the PlayBall! Foundation.  Much thanks to Sergio for taking photographs and special thanks to friend and reader, Kyle Szary for sharing his photographs with me to share with you this year.

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Team Straight As A Candy Cane

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Team Wrecking Ballz

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Past Santa Speedo Runs in Boston that I covered:

Santa Speedo Run 2014
Santa Speedo Run 2013
Santa Speedo Run 2012
Santa Speedo Run 2011
Santa Speedo Run 2010
Santa Speedo Run 2009

As usual, thanks to the city and organizers who put on this fun run and to everyone who participated. See you in December 2016.

What to do this week December 14 – 20

Santa's helperWhat to do this week: December 14th – 20th

Opus Affair After Work Social starts at 6PM at Blu in the theater district. All are welcome on Monday, December 14 in Boston

Fascination Mondays is Boston’s Gear / Kink / Fetish night at Jacques in Bay Village on Tuesday, December 15 in Boston

Cocktails for a Cause starts at 8:30 at the Trophy Room on Wednesday, December 16 in Boston

Fellows Monthly Cocktails join this fun group of gay men who are mostly in their 30s and 40s on at 7PM on Wednesday, December 16 in Boston

Outryders monthly social is an informal after work get together open to all at Cathedral Station on the 3rd Thursday, December 17 in Boston

Christmas WaterFire this is the 5th annual holiday celebration and runs from 5-9PM at Waterplace Park on Friday, December 18 in Providence

Retro Throwback Night at The Alley DJ BEGBICK will be playing retro throwbacks all night at The Alley on Friday, December 18 in Boston

Boyfriends is the monthly gay party at the Milky Way Lounge in JP so come over and check it out on Friday, December 18 in Boston

DotOUT Goes Bowling is a fun way to spend the afternoon at Boston Bowl from 4-7PM on Saturday, December 19 in Boston

Back To Basics Tea Dance takes place each week at Club Cafe starting at 5PM on Sunday, December 20th in Boston

I’ve started posting a weekly listing of upcoming activities.  Send me information about your upcoming programs and events in my blog’s comment section or message me the details on Facebook.

Dance class doubleheader at South End Swet Studio

swet studio, twc, The Welcoming CommitteeThursday, December 17th, work on your dance moves in a judgment-free atmosphere.  Boston’s first alternative, LGBTQ-centric fitness facility teams up with The Welcoming Committee to offer an evening of dance workout fun.

TWC & Swet Studio Special: one class for $20 or two for $30
Swet Studio dance class doubleheader in the South End
Thursday, December 17th at 6:30 PM

Part I Fabulous Ballroom: The first lesson is full of energy as you learn the waltz, foxtrot, and swing dancing. Don’t worry if you don’t have a partner—the idea is to meet new friends, get fit, and have fun.

Part II Latin Mania: After a short break, the second lesson will begin; a mixture of techniques and rhythms. Learn Salsa and Bachata. Socialize and meet new people. Come with a partner or leave with one!

Classes run for 45 minutes each and start at 6:30 PM in the South End at Swet Studio located at 480 Tremont Street (between Appleton and Berkeley Streets).

Pets and the ridiculous costumes their owners make them wear

animals, christmasI can’t imagine how uncomfortable it is to have their ears squished inside these knit hats, but I will admit the photo is adorable, and I’d probably use this as my Christmas card if they were mine.

Scruffy Sunday

handsome, gay couple, cuddlingProbably the best medicine out there is waking up to a morning cuddle with someone you love. I’d like to prescribe this to all my readers.

RSVP to volunteer with TWC at Cradles to Crayons on Tuesday, Dec. 15th

The Welcoming CommitteeIn this season of giving you may want to consider giving back.  The Welcoming Committee is committed to helping our community through their TWC Gives Back programs that organizes ways for the LGBT community to volunteer.

REGISTER HERE

One such opportunity takes place on Tuesday, December 15th with Cradles to Crayons at C2C’s Giving Factory warehouse in Brighton. TWC volunteers will roll up their sleeves and help provide local, low-income children with the essentials they need to thrive. During the 2-hour shift, you’ll sort and pack winter clothing and basic toiletries that’ll help get kids through the holidays.

If possible please bring one or more of the following unused items.

  • Hats and gloves for children age 8-12
  • Kids shampoo (e.g., L’Oreal kids 2-in-1)
  • Bar soap (e.g., Dove, Olay)
  • Kids toothpaste
  • Adult toothpaste (no whitening toothpaste)
  • Baby wipes
  • Baby lotion
  • Baby nail clippers

Please plan on arriving 10-15 minutes early.

Santa Speedo Run in Boston at 1PM today

SSR BostonToday you are likely to see several hundred men and women running down Boylston and Newbury Streets in Boston’s Back Bay if you are in the area around 1PM. This annual tradition which has since inspired more than a dozen similar runs in cities through out North America and Europe starts outside of Lir at 903 Boylston Street. Come down to check out all the activity. Unlike past years the weather today is relatively mild with temperatures expected in the high 50s.

Past Santa Speedo Runs in Boston that I covered:

Santa Speedo Run 2014
Santa Speedo Run 2013
Santa Speedo Run 2012
Santa Speedo Run 2011
Santa Speedo Run 2010
Santa Speedo Run 2009

Saturday morning comic: Casey At The Bat

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Casey At The Bat is a comic strip follows the adventures of a young, gay man and his friends in life, love and sports!  Casey At The Bat is the work of the very talented Bob Glasscock who resides in NYC.

You can read back issues and order Casey At The Bat volume 1 from his website, caseyatb.com.

Saturday morning comic: Adam and Andy

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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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Furry Friday

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BosGuy brain teaser

riddle, brain teaserEach Friday morning I post a riddle to get you to think outside the box and exercise your brain.

If you are stumped, feel free to get help – share it with a friend or colleague to see if you can figure it out together.

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

This week’s riddle: How can a woman living in New Jersey, legally marry 3 men, without ever getting a divorce, be widowed, or becoming legally separated?

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

Who said it: Donald Trump or not Donald Trump?

Hillary ClintonDonald Trump’s recent comment about banning all Muslims from entering the US has a lot of Republicans distancing themselves, but the fact is the Republican Party of 2015 is far more conservative than it has ever been and while many may revile Mr. Trump, his running mates are in many ways just as extreme. The Hillary Clinton campaign has created a rather interesting online game I’d suggest you try called Who said it: Donald Trump or not Donald Trump?