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What to do this weekend
There are no shortage of options ranging from partying at the Museum of Fine Arts to professional networking opportunities and of course, plenty of dance parties, but I’d like to give a shout out to ManRay XIV – the Fourteen Year ManRay Reunion on Friday and the Mr. Boston Bear and Cub 2020 Competition this Saturday at The Alley.
FRIDAY
Queer Inclusive Climbing Klub (QuICK) Pizza night and climbing club at Brooklyn Boulders in Somerville
6th Annual Reach(OUT) LGBTQA+ career conference for students to gain advice and career planning strategies – registration is free for any Boston-area student with a college ID (pre-registration is required) Friday at 6PM at John D. O’Bryant African-American Institute in Roxbury
Boston Gay Professionals Networking is this Friday at Serafina – Financial District location – RSVP required and starts at 6:30PM
MFA Late Nites is this Saturday from 8PM – 2AM – this always sells out so get your tickets ASAP and have a blast
ManRay XIV – the Fourteen Year ManRay Reunion is this Friday at Sonia doors open at 10PM, in Central Square
Fascination Friday is Boston’s fetish/gear/kink night and it returns this Friday at Jacques – doors open at 10PM
Casual Fridays is a weekly dance party with no cover featuring DJ Begbick at the Alley Bar in DTX
FO-MO Fridays are every Friday at Blend in Dorchester – doors open at 10PM
Anthem Friday Halloween w/ Mizery and DJ Stevie Psyclone (no cover before 11PM) at Club Cafe this Friday
Mr. Boston Bear & Cub competition is at The Alley Bar on Saturday
SATURDAY
6th Annual Reach(OUT) LGBTQA+ career conference for students to gain advice and career planning strategies – registration is free for any Boston-area student with a college ID (pre-registration is required) Saturday at 3:30PM at John D. O’Bryant African-American Institute in Roxbury
Break the Chains giant queer Halloween dance party start your Saturday early with this party in the South End at Make Shift on Columbus Ave 6-10PM
Boston Gaymers HalloQueen host their 2nd annual Boston Gaymers HalloQueen party, costume contest, games and great company at Cathedral Station on Saturday 8PM – 2AM in Boston
Mr. Boston Bear and Cub 2020 Competition come down and cheer on your favorite contestant this Saturday at The Alley Bar starting at 9PM
HallowQueen: A Queer Takeover GQB hosts a “pop-up” takeover costume dance party at Game On this Saturday, starting at 9PM in the Fenway
HalloQueen @Mainestreet head up to Ogunquit for the weekend and check out Mainestreet’s halloween party starting at 9PM
Don’t Ask Don’t Tell: Spooky Ball is this Saturday at Great Scott in Allston – great music and drag show to boot – creative attire strongly recommended
Legacy Saturdays Halloween Party with DJ Paulo come down in your best costumes and dance the night away starting at 10PM in the Theatre District
Bloodfeast Halloween party is this Saturday at Machine with cash prize costume competition doors open at 10PM in the Fenway
So Hot Saturdaes: Monsters Ball have fun at Blend’s costume contests, spooky music selection and guest host Sham Payne in Dorchester
UNITE Saturdays Dirty Disco is at Club Cafe with DJ Susan Esthera (no cover before 11PM) in Boston
SUNDAY
SoWa Open Market SoWa Open Market is now open every Sunday from 10AM – 4PM through the end of October in Boston
Carving & Cocktails at dbar this Sunday from 2-4:30PM pumpkin, carving tools, cocktail and apps included with prizes for top 3 designs – voting is at 4:30PM (only 40 tickets avail so RSVP now)
Sunday Sip-tual is this Sunday at Jacques starting at 6PM with DJ Brian Halligan and guest DJ Math3ca and a special performance by Binx
Halloween Tea Dance dance to great music from 70s 80s & 90s, starting at 6PM no cover – Sunday at Club Cafe in Boston
Naked Yoga for Men meets in the Boston area most Sundays at 6:30 PM (note that classes fill in advance and you must pre-register with the group)
Karaoke at the Alley is every Sunday starting at 8PM in Boston
Pajama Party is a weekly dance party hosted every Sunday starting at 10PM at Machine in Boston
Hot Mess Halloween at Candibar in the Theater District this Sunday starting at 10PM in Boston
Send me information about your upcoming programs and events in my blog’s comment section or message me the details on Facebook.
Planning our trip to Argentina and Uruguay
In about 5 weeks Sergio and I will be traveling to South America to explore Northern Argentina and a bit of Uruguay. For our upcoming visit we plan to explore Mendoza (wine country), Cordoba which is the country’s second largest city as well as Buenos Aires before heading to Uruguay.
Do you have suggestions on things to do or places to visit or dine?
Share your suggestions by leaving a comment below.
I had visions of us staying at a winery in Mendoza but struggled to find something I could afford and liked. Out of frustration, I booked us into the Sheraton, which is very affordable. From there we can easily day trip to wineries. I’m much more excited about the hotel in Cordoba we booked. It looks really cool, and I hope the Azur Real Hotel lives up to expectations.
Sergio and I arrive in B.A. the night of national elections and we are bracing for disruptions and protests, considering the anger many Argentinians have with their government. In lieu of staying at a private residence in the Palermo neighborhood as I initially envisioned, I booked us into The Park Tower, which is a large hotel where we should be fine if civil unrest gets out of hand. Another driving factor in choosing the hotel was that I could book it on points (never underestimate the allure of free) and since we will be here 5 nights that gives us more money to allocate to eating, drinking and being merry.
After visiting Argentina, our itinerary will next take us to Uruguay. We will cross the Rio de la Plata from B.A. to Colonia del Sacramento and will stay at a gorgeous little hotel called Charco in the historic district overlooking the river. Colonia is best known for its cobblestone Barrio Histórico, that is lined with buildings from its time as a Portuguese settlement and after spending nearly a week in B.A. this quiet, historic town will be a nice change of pace.
After a quick stay in Colonia, we will rent a car and drive to a gay owned and operated boutique beach resort in Uruguay’s Punte del Este, Undarius, that was recommended to us by a friend called. We figured that after visiting Mendoza, Cordoba and B.A. it might be nice to sit back, relax and spend time at the beach. This will seem extra special since it will be winter back in Boston.
Sergio and I spent much of September thinking through the logistics of this trip, booking the many flights required and finding places to stay. Next up is planning activities, and I wanted to reach out to ask for suggestions on things to do, places to visit or dine. Do you know of any great private wine tour guides in Mendoza? A fun day trip or activity to consider while visiting these cities? Suggestions on somewhere we should eat? All these suggestions and more would be very welcome as we start to plan out how we will spend our time exploring.
Vintage gay
While collecting images and searching the web for more images of America’s LGBTQ past, I stumbled upon these images of what appears to be (maybe) our country’s first gay wedding captured on film. In the 1950s, a photoshop in Philadelphia allegedly refused to return wedding photos because the owner of the shop deemed the wedding to be inappropriate. You can see all their happy photos here.
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.
This week on Instagram: mensvarietymag
Chalk this Instagram account up to pure man candy. I can’t really tell you much about the magazine, but the account describes itself as a men’s focused website for guys everywhere. The website in question is, www.mensvariety.com.
Simply put, if you’d like to add more photos of shirtless men flexing their abs – this is the account for you. Both photos shared from the account provide a pretty good glimpse into what you can come to expect.
You can follow this account on Instagram here, instagram.com/mensvarietymag.
Do you like this weekly post? Check out previously featured IG accounts here.
Caption this photo
Hopefully the caption I’ve shared below inspires you to offer up a caption or two of your own. Leave a witty or funny caption as a comment for this post, and I’ll approve it for readers to enjoy.
“Damn”
New taqueria to open in South End
Boston Magazine recently featured an article about a new Mexican restaurant that will open inside the Revolution Hotel. Cosmica Mexican Eatery & Bar will focus on “inventive Mexican street food” and include items like chorizo-queso jalapeno poppers and duck carnitas tacos with mole verde – sounds delicious.
The new restaurant will be managed by the successful Wildlife Hospitality team, who also run The Beehive in the South End and Harvard Square’s Beat Brew Hall. Although the article didn’t mention a live entertainment license, I would bet you can expect Cosmica to offer live music. The hotel pays tribute to Boston’s rich music history and it would be only fitting that this new venue help the city’s current generation of musicians thrive.
Cosmica currently says they expect to open in November, but after taking a quick walk by the property this past weekend, it looks like a lot of work still needs to be done so we will see. Stay tuned.
Temptation Tuesday
I will be distracted by this guy all day long. From head-to-toe pure temptation.
What to do this week: October 21 – 27
There is a lot happening during the week as well with 40+ LGBTQ themed events taking place this week so make plans with friends.
I would like to give a shout out to two events of note this weekend, including ManRay XIV – the Fourteen Year ManRay Reunion on Friday at Sonia. More than any other, I miss the Fetish/gay club ManRay/Campus which closed in the early 2000s. Additionally, I want to encourage anyone considering entering Mr. Boston Bear and Cub 2020 Competition which takes place next Saturday at The Alley. Come down and cheer on all the contestants.
Drag Bingo is every Monday starting at 7PM free to play at Club Cafe in Boston
All Star Mondays is a weekly drag show with performances at 11:30PM and 12:30AM at Machine in Boston
Trivia Tuesday is every Tuesday at the Dorchester Brewing Company and starts at 7:30PM in Dorchester
Dirty Water Saloon Line Dancing for Queers & friends has country-western two-step, west coast swing and line dancing each Tuesday from 7-10PM (all are welcome) at the Milky Way Lounge in JP
Boston Drag Gauntlet Cycle 3 Challenge #5: Scary Tales this week contestants will be divided into teams to create horror versions of famous fairy tales – come down to Jacques on Tuesday starting at 7:30PM
Showtune Tuesday hosted by VJ Ryan Grow starts at 9PM every Tuesday at dbar in Dorchester
Karaoke Night starts at 10PM every Tuesday at Jacques in Boston
Stump Trivia with Jonathan Brett is guaranteed fun and has lots of prizes (trivia starts at 8PM) hosted every Tuesday at Club Cafe in Boston
The T: Fakes, Flakes, & Ghosts Men of Melanin Magic host a talk about the masks that society often forces us to wear as queer/trans men of color – RSVP to get details on the location on Wednesday starting at 7PM
Atomic Karaoke with DJ Stevie Psyclone & Jonathan Brett is every Wednesday at Club Cafe in Boston
Trivia Night comes to Cathedral Station every Wednesday from 8-10PM
Free Pool is available all evening at Cathedral Station every Thursday
RPDR Viewing Parties are at The Alley Bar, Blend, Machine and Club Cafe each Thursday in Boston
Bear Trivia Night is at 8PM every Thursday at The Alley Bar in DTX Boston
Gay Bash’d 18+ 2nd Annual Halloweekend Kickoff is a queer celebration of alternative drag, techno, and self-expression – costumes encouraged – on Thursday at Oberon starting at 10PM in Harvard Sq
Karaoke Thursdays is every Thursday at Machine with your hosts Rob Botelho and Emphysema Menthol 100s in Boston
#Yaasss Thursdays with hosts Penny Tentiary, Yune Neptune, and resident DJ Begbick plays the area’s best hip hop and top 40 at Club Cafe
Mr. Boston Bear and Cubs 2020 Competition is this Saturday
THE WEEKEND
Queer Inclusive Climbing Klub (QuICK) Pizza night and climbing club at Brooklyn Boulders in Somerville
6th Annual Reach(OUT) LGBTQA+ career conference for students to gain advice and career planning strategies – registration is free for any Boston-area student with a college ID (pre-registration is required) Friday at 6PM at John D. O’Bryant African-American Institute in Roxbury
Boston Gay Professionals Networking is this Friday at Serafina – Financial District location – RSVP required and starts at 6:30PM
MFA Late Nites is this Saturday from 8PM – 2AM – this always sells out so get your tickets ASAP and have a blast
ManRay XIV – the Fourteen Year ManRay Reunion is this Friday at Sonia doors open at 10PM, in Central Square
Casual Fridays is a weekly dance party with no cover featuring DJ Begbick at the Alley Bar in DTX
FO-MO Fridays are every Friday at Blend in Dorchester – doors open at 10PM
Anthem Friday Halloween w/ Mizery and DJ Stevie Psyclone (no cover before 11PM) at Club Cafe this Friday
6th Annual Reach(OUT) LGBTQA+ career conference for students to gain advice and career planning strategies – registration is free for any Boston-area student with a college ID (pre-registration is required) Saturday at 3:30PM at John D. O’Bryant African-American Institute in Roxbury
Break the Chains giant queer Halloween dance party start your Saturday early with this party in the South End at Make Shift on Columbus Ave 6-10PM
Boston Gaymers HalloQueen host their 2nd annual Boston Gaymers HalloQueen party, costume contest, games and great company at Cathedral Station on Saturday 8PM – 2AM in Boston
Mr. Boston Bear and Cub 2020 Competition come down and cheer on your favorite contestant this Saturday at The Alley Bar starting at 9PM
HallowQueen: A Queer Takeover GQB hosts a “pop-up” takeover costume dance party at Game On this Saturday, starting at 9PM in the Fenway
HalloQueen @Mainestreet head up to Ogunquit for the weekend and check out Mainestreet’s halloween party starting at 9PM
Don’t Ask Don’t Tell: Spooky Ball is this Saturday at Great Scott in Allston – great music and drag show to boot – creative attire strongly recommended
Legacy Saturdays Halloween Party with DJ Paulo come down in your best costumes and dance the night away starting at 10PM in the Theatre District
Bloodfeast Halloween party is this Saturday at Machine with cash prize costume competition doors open at 10PM in the Fenway
So Hot Saturdaes: Monsters Ball have fun at Blend’s costume contests, spooky music selection and guest host Sham Payne in Dorchester
UNITE Saturdays Dirty Disco is at Club Cafe with DJ Susan Esthera (no cover before 11PM) in Boston
SoWa Open Market SoWa Open Market is now open every Sunday from 10AM – 4PM through the end of October in Boston
Carving & Cocktails at dbar this Sunday from 2-4:30PM pumpkin, carving tools, cocktail and apps included with prizes for top 3 designs – voting is at 4:30PM (only 40 tickets avail so RSVP now)
Sunday Sip-tual is this Sunday at Jacques starting at 6PM with DJ Brian Halligan and guest DJ Math3ca and a special performance by Binx
Halloween Tea Dance dance to great music from 70s 80s & 90s, starting at 6PM no cover – Sunday at Club Cafe in Boston
Naked Yoga for Men meets in the Boston area most Sundays at 6:30 PM (note that classes fill in advance and you must pre-register with the group)
Karaoke at the Alley is every Sunday starting at 8PM in Boston
Pajama Party is a weekly dance party hosted every Sunday starting at 10PM at Machine in Boston
Hot Mess Halloween at Candibar in the Theater District this Sunday starting at 10PM in Boston
Send me information about your upcoming programs and events in my blog’s comment section or message me the details on Facebook.
Mr. Boston Bear and Cub 2020 competition
Mass Bears and Cubs will be hosting their annual Mr. Boston Bear and Cub contest on Saturday, October 26th at the Alley Bar in Downtown Crossing. Contestants will compete for the 2020 Mr. Boston Bear and Mr. Boston Cub titles on the same night.
Come cheer on the contestants and support the Greater Boston Bear and Cub community. This is a friendly and welcoming group of guys.
This year’s events include:
- Meet and Greet Friday, October 25th at 8 pm at the Alley Bar
- Competition Saturday, October 26th at 9 pm at the Alley Bar
- Victory Celebration Brunch Sunday, October 27th at 2 pm at TBA
- Victory Celebration – *SIP* at Jacque’s Underground 6pm to 9pm
Scruffy Sunday
I have this theory that if I post a photo of a half naked man in bed it’s artistic so what I’m trying to tell you is that this is art; my kind of art.
Saturday morning coffee
I’m going to have to teach this guy how to make French press.
Saturday morning comics
ADAM & ANDY is set in the fictional New England town of Woodfield, CT. You can learn more about Adam and Andy and purchase a copy of “the definitive collection of Adam and Andy” by visiting, adamandandy.com.
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