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Boston area bargain shoppers rejoice

Posted on November 16, 2011 | Leave a comment

The Boston Globe has an article in today’s business section about a significant mixed use development in Somerville to rejuvenate Assembly Row. Plans for this ‘mixed use neighborhood’ include condos, a hotel, a new IKEA, a new orange line metro station and more than 30 retail outlet stores. Typically outlet stores are not found so close to a downtown location, and this would be the closest concentration of outlets in Boston just a few miles from the heart of Boston.

According to the Globe article, Federal Realty has begun building roads and other infrastructure at the 45-acre site. They plan to begin construction on the first buildings early next year: a pair of apartment blocks with 450 units and street-level stores, being developed by AvalonBay Communities Inc.

You can read the full article on the Boston Globe here.

BosGuy is a Cultcha Vultcha

Posted on November 15, 2011 | 1 comment

In early September I wrote about all the great local theater companies in Boston in my post, 2011-2012 season (which was at the time just starting). The productions these companies pull together are not as elaborate as travelling Broadway and the National touring companies that come to Boston’s Theater District, but they can be surprisingly entertaining and tickets are half the price.

On Friday, I’m off to see The Divine Sister, which closes this weekend and is playing at the Roberts Studio Theatre in the Calderwood Pavilion. The program which was written by Charles Busch is probably more bawdy and lewd than anything playing currently in Boston’s theater district and that suits me just fine. We’re going to be joined by two other couples and make a night of this which is a welcome change from hitting the same bars or restaurants.

Have you attended a local theater production lately? There are so many good shows playing right now; support your local arts community.

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Messy

Posted on November 15, 2011 | 2 comments

Source: Izzoiz.com

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This post brought to you by: Sir Richard’s Condom Company

Posted on November 14, 2011 | 5 comments

I love SWAG so I’d like to say thank you very much to Sir Richard’s condom company for surprising me with some of their product and a letter encouraging me to try their brand and “WRAP UP MY PACKAGE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON”, which runs from World AIDS Day on December 1 through Valentines Day, February 14th.

At the risk of over-sharing, I’ll admit I have developed a degree of brand loyalty with these purchases and become accustomed to buying a particular brand, but I’m not so close minded that when such beautifully packaged “gifts” arrive at my doorstep I won’t give them a try. And of course I don’t want to appear rude or ungrateful so I equate this pause to the same sort of advertising NPR does when they take a moment to thank their sponsors.

Intrigued by Sir Richard’s Condom Company? I was too – this is what I learned.

They are made with 100% natural latex (without caein), which apparently makes them vegan friendly – Who Knew?
They are available nationally at Whole Foods (that’s where I shop!)
Check ’em out online at www.sirrichards.com, on Twitter @MySirRichards, or on FB at /SirRichardsCondoms

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Men of Twitter

Posted on November 14, 2011 | 2 comments

Each Monday I post #MenOfTwitter profiles of men who catch my eye and whom I think you may enjoy following. As always, suggestions for profiles to feature are welcome. If you’d like to follow me on twitter, you can find me @BosGuy. Below are this week’s #MenOfTwitter.

If so inclined, leave them a nice comment and start following on Twitter.

deedos86 – A.K.A. Joe, is the first Egyptian I’ve ever featured as a Men of Twitter. Joe is more than just good looks though. He is currently studying linguistics to become an interpreter. He’s very comfortable in front of the camera and has done some modelling (no surprise there). He also loves the water and plays water polo. I’ve never seen a water polo match before but perhaps I should look into this because I think I’d become a big fan. #EgyptianGod

finoccs616 – or “Bryan” as his friends call him, is from Boston. A recent nursing graduate (congratulate him he recently passed the boards), he has ambitions to be a Pediatric Oncology nurse. This year Bryan started a breast cancer charity fashion event which happened last month (you can learn more by following on Twitter, @CatwalkForACure). As if that wasn’t enough he is now creating a new non-profit focused on raising funds for local organizations and charities through visual and performing arts. #HandsomePhilanthropist

JeffChatterton – “Hey Mr. DJ put a record on…” Those who frequent NYC’s EasternBloc may be familiar with this handsome Canadian who works as a DJ and promoter for the bar. He will be the DJ at the bar’s one-year anniversary of “Messy Mary’s Mondays” on the 21st next week. Want to find out more? Check out his blog which he posts to about once a week at www.jeffchatterton.blogspot.com #MusicMan

BTW if you like this post, retweet it. If you love this post, follow me, @BosGuy. Link here to see past #MenOfTwitter postings.

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dBar Harvest Tea Dance

Posted on November 13, 2011 | 1 comment

As expected, the dbar Tea Dance on Sunday, November 13th attracted a large and friendly crowd. It was a gorgeous fall evening and many people preferred to cocktail in the open air of dBar’s patio, but it was a bit too chilly for me to spend much time there since I opted to only wear a t-shirt.

“Gay Jim” from KISS 108 FM helped keep everyone in good spirits with one dance song after another and the bar staff seemed to be pouring drinks at the speed of light limiting the amount of time you had to wait.

Thank you dBar for another great Tea Dance.

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Cocktail Sunday

Posted on November 13, 2011 | 1 comment

Sad Sunday has already arrived and don’t want to think about the inevitable Monday morning blues? There are two events today that can make you forget all about tomorrow (and by forget I mean black out).

The dbar Harvest Tea Dance (4Pm – 8PM) will gather an early crowd of mostly gay men looking for an excuse to get out, chat with friends and listen to KISS 108 disc jockey “Gay Jim” play a heavy rotation of dance music. There is no cover for the fall – sorry – “Harvest” party so bring your friends but arrive early since parking can be a royal pain in the you know what.

LUPEC (Ladies United for the Preservation of Endangered Cocktails) is hosting a cocktail party at the House of Blues from 5PM – 11PM. The event includes cocktails, comedy, Prince tribute band LoveSexy and a Left bank (Cambridge) – Right bank (Boston) bartender competition. Cost: $50

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Madonna sings acapella

Posted on November 12, 2011 | 2 comments

OMG, I love this video of Madonna. If you are a fan you’ll want to watch this. Thank you to Kevin over at The Lisp for bringing this to my attention.

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Tagged BosGuy, Boston Guy, Madonna

The Divine Sister

Posted on November 12, 2011 | 2 comments

The Divine Sister is now in its final week at the Roberts Studio Theatre (at the Calderwood Pavilion) in the South End.

I’m not sure if I completely understand the write up below which I swiped from the SpeakEasy Stage Co. website, but I’m intrigued.

The Divine Sister – written by Charles Busch, the comic genius behind such classics as Die, Mommie, Die!; Psycho Beach Party; and Vampire Lesbians of Sodom, is a gleefully twisted tale that tells the story of an indomitable Mother Superior trying to cope with a young postulant experiencing “visions,” a sensitive schoolboy in need of mentoring, a mysterious nun visiting from Berlin, and a former suitor intent on luring her away from her vows.

Interested? The show closes one week from today, Saturday, November 19th. Tickets may be purchased online here.

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Tagged BosGuy, Boston Guy, Calderwood Pavilion, SpeakEasy Stage, Theater

Restaurant review: Teatro

Posted on November 11, 2011 | 3 comments

Teatro is an Italian restaurant nestled between Boston’s theater district and Downtown Crossing across the street from the Boston Common.

The restaurant is part of the Columbus Hospitality Group which own several high profile dining establishments in the city and like many of it’s sister restaurants, has stood the test of time.

The menu is mostly comprised of handmade pastas and risotto dishes $20 (half portions for $10 available) and main dishes (all $22). The average cost of dinner for two including a shared starter, two main courses, a shared dessert and one drink per person (not including tip) is $80-$90. The restaurant can be quite loud and bustling so one shouldn’t assume a fine dining experience when visiting Teatro, but the food is consistently good, reasonably priced and a fun place to meet friends for a good meal.

Depicted below is the Rigatoni with classic Ragu Bolognese ($20) and Chicken Milanese with tomatoes, arugula and Parmesan ($22). Dinner was very good and the portions are filling enough for even those with a healthy appetite. However, we were undeterred and opted to also sample the dessert menu. Depicted below is the Gelato and Chocolate Crema, which is like a thick mousse and sure to please a chocoholic. (All desserts are $7.)

Teatro is open Tuesday through Sunday and located at 177 Tremont Street. Reservations are strongly recommended, 617-778-6841.

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I’m just getting more awesome

Posted on November 11, 2011 | 3 comments

This has been making the rounds online but I thought it worth sharing. I hope everyone feels as if they too are getting “more awesome”.

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Gay in America book signing

Posted on November 11, 2011 | 1 comment

Scott Pasfield will be signing copies of his latest book, Gay in America at the Harvard COOP bookstore on Monday, November 14th starting at 7PM.

Photographer Scott Pasfield spent three years travelling the United States gathering stories and documenting the lives of 140 gay men from all 50 states in the United States. The stories of these men are moving testaments of what it means to be gay and challenges stereotypes we all have. The hard cover book is 224 pages with 100 full color photographs and retails for $45.00.

For more information about the signing call the COOP at (617) 499-2000.