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October 11 – National coming out day
Every year on National Coming Out Day, we celebrate coming out as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or as an ally. On Oct. 11, 2013. This year – the 25th anniversary – theme is “Coming Out Still Matters.” I couldn’t agree more with this theme and its timing. 2013 has seen some landmark legislation that may have some wondering does this still matter? But rights that have been hard fought can be quickly taken away.
Just a week ago Pennsylvania Republican Governor suggested that same-sex marriage was as comparable to incest. However, his comments are hardly isolated in the US as a more radical conservative wing of the Republican Party continues to flex its muscle advocating for such despicable practices as Reparative (otherwise known as “Conversion”) therapy. Additionally, as the world continues to connect through social media, those living in countries abroad can and hopefully do take heart knowing they are not mentally ill or in need of being ‘fixed’.
Foreplay: A masquerade fundraiser Nov. 1st
Friday, November 1st Foreplay: A masquerade fundraiser will take place at The Manhunt Mansion. Tickets cost $20 and 100% of the proceeds go to benefit The Theater Offensive.
Friday, November 1st – 8 PM to 12 Midnight
Hosted by ManHunt, the event will be emceed by The Maverick Men, music provided by disc jockey Jim Clerkin from KISS 108 and appearances by The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. Sips & treats will be provided by Boston Chops.
Lighting art installation
Starting at dusk tonight and running through October 13th each night until 2 AM a public art installation will be visible as a bright-red beam of light will slice the Boston skyline, stretching between two Boston University towers more than a half mile apart.
The afterhours show is part of a temporary public art installation by Florian Dombois. The display is intended to serve as a “metaphorical centerpiece” for TransCultural Exchange’s 2013 conference happening at Boston University, Engaging Minds: International Opportunities in the Arts.
Thanks to BostonInno for the tip.
Keigwin Company #ShareTheMattress
Keigwin Company has created an interesting video campaign on YouTube to mark their 10th anniversary and the return of their signature piece ‘Mattress Suite’.
Several of the videos have gone viral. Below I’ve included the 1 minute video of Matt Baker, Brandon Cournay and Kile Hotchkiss. If you are intrigued, you may watch more videos in the #ShareTheMattress campaign here.
Toys for Joys 2013 – December 14th
One of my favorite holiday traditions in Boston is the annual Toys for Joys party. The growing popularity of this event appears to have moved the party from the Artist for Humanity building to the larger Black Falcon Cruise Terminal in South Boston. You can stay up to date with all the plans for this year’s party (their 5th anniversary) by liking T4J’s Facebook Page.
Mark your calendars – Saturday, December 14th
Enjoy this quick video from the 2012 party
Squatty Potty
Back in March I wrote a post, poking fun at an advertisement I’d seen for the Squatty Potty. Guess what was recently delivered to me by a chuckling smiling UPS delivery man.
Social Studies Presents: Horse Meat Disco
Friday, October 11th The Good Life in downtown Boston hosts Horse Meat Disco Night. Social Studies presents your host Gabi Aguilar and the opening disco sets by Social Studies residents Alfredo & Brenden Wesley. Love to go out and dance and want to try something new?
Friday, Oct-11 at The Good Life – 28 Kingston Street, Boston
21+ | $5 before 11pm | $10 after
More info about London’s Horse Meat Disco. More info is available on the Facebook Event Page.
Learning to speak BosTongue
“Keepah”
Today’s lesson in learning how to speak BosTongue is keepah.
keepah – verb \ˈkē-ˈpa-\
: to continue having or holding (something) : to not return, lose, sell, give away, or throw away (something)
Used in a sentence: He is a keepah.
Thanks to Keith Jackson for sharing this picture.
Richard Branson
I rarely talk about work, but every once in a while something happens that I want to share. Later today, I will see and possibly meet Sir Richard Branson – Founder of Virgin Group. He is a guest speaker at a program I am helping run. At this same event last year, I was able to meet and talk to our 2012 Keynote, President Bill Clinton.
Sometimes my job is pretty cool.
#HHD
I have a very hectic day ahead of me. I arrived in Washington, D.C. yesterday to prepare for an all day program so I may be a bit distracted and slow to respond to people. However, I wanted to start the day with a bit of humor and to wish you a happy Wednesday.
Jennifer Hudson P.S.A. for “Obamacare”
Jennifer Hudson stars in this new video to help reach out and debunk myths about the Affordable Care Act through humor. Check out this spoof.
German Sochi Olympic outfits have rainbow theme
JMG last week broke the story that Germany’s Athletes will wear the above rainbow-hued uniforms at the Sochi Olympics, but officials insist the design is not intended as a commentary on Russia’s anti-gay laws. Either way, I love it. I’d love to see more countries follow Germany’s lead. You can read the full story here in Der Spiegel (it is in English).
Restaurant review: Border Cafe Harvard Square
The Border Cafe is a local restaurant chain that first opened their doors in Harvard Square in 1987. The Tex-Mex and Cajun menu is very affordable, making it a popular destination for students. The atmosphere is very casual and the portions are quite generous as you can see by my glass of iced tea (below) which is so large you’ll definitely need to head to the bathroom at least once.
I’ll be the first to admit that New England will never be known for their Tex-Mex or Mexican cuisine so I’ll defer to food snobs to call me out on my lack of experience, but I’ve never had a bad meal here. The service is consistently prompt and the waitstaff is knowledgeable – making helpful suggestions. Our (complimentary) corn chips were served warm, our drinks brought over promptly and the food was damn good. 
On this visit Sergio and I ordered a Chicken Burrito ($8) and Quesadilla w/ a side of homemade guacamole ($9). Both were served as requested and despite the very large portions, nearly finished. I had the quesadilla and had to pull back the tortilla to able to devour all the tasty melted cheese and veggies. I also ordered a side of black beans ($1) because they are so good here and ended up waddling out after I ate too much. While this particular location can be crazy during peak times, it remains a favorite location for quick, easy, cheap eats in Harvard Square and is a place I would recommend for a casual night out.
Border Cafe – 32 Church St. – Harvard Square – (617) 864-6100
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