Here’s to John Waters, Edith Massey, Mink Stole and of course Divine as Pink Flamingos debuted this week back in 1972. The grandfather of bad taste (and we mean that in a good way) John Waters truly pushed the envelope with his film making.

John Waters’ outrageous movie Pink Flamingos opens in theaters and introduces the world to Divine (Harris Glenn Milstead). When the film was initially released, it caused a huge degree of controversy due to the wide range of “perverse” acts performed in explicit detail. It has since become one of the most notorious films ever made and is rated as #29 on the list of 50 Films to See Before You Die.

RuPauls Drag Race Winner Sharon Needles new video This Club is a Hunted Club is released. Fun and of course dark and twisted as one would expect from her.

Were not so sure that it will be a top 40 hit but it will most likely be a “gay video bar hit” and isn’t that what really counts?

In the current on line article The Advocate gives a history of gay men and the “stache” (as in mustache). Some straight men may wear them but it truly has been a part of gay men’s history and for better words…we mastered this trend also!

The Walrus. The Captain. The Chevron. The Pyramid. The Fu Manchu. Call it what you want but know that gay, bi, and trans men and even a few queer women have helped popularized the mustache over the years. Now Allan Peterkin’s new book, One Thousand Mustaches: The Cultural History of the Mo (Arsenal Pulp) offers a lighthearted cultural history of the ‘stache — and its many incarnations— through the ages. He inlcudes a handful of gay or bi men, some in multiple categories (Freddie Mercury fits in “gay mustaches” and “mustaches that rock,” for example) and since he’s a doctor, male grooming expert, and writer (check out One Thousand Beards for even harrier boys), you can bet he knows what he’s talking about. In honor of Peterkin’s work, and the Movember movement (in which men around the globe sprout mustaches in November to help raise money and awareness about prostate and testicular cancer), we’ve come up with our LGBT slideshow of the ‘stache through the ages from Bayard Rustin and Rock Hudson to Marcel Proust and Jennifer Miller.

On the ever so changing and expanding night life and restaurant seen on the drive we have some updates.

As you may have read here recently Village Pub Wilton Manors is open and well worth a visit. Yes fun crowds, friendly bartenders and a great new space. We also have the Infinity Lounge  adding a new vibe and distinct feel that was a welcome addition to the drive. Infinity Lounge is the perfect place and size for a more intimate cocktail.

Just down from the Village Pub in the former Simply Delish space is now the new Angel’s. Well the exterior  of Angel’s has a new coat of paint that went from fuchsia to a copper orange. From the interior so far it appears to be still in transition with the right side being closed off and most likely being redone. The left side of Angel’s looks pretty much the same as Simply Delish did so far.

There was 3 of us looking for lunch and 1 that was strictly with a vegan diet. We looked over the menu which appeared to the pretty familiar breakfast and lunch choices. Our vegetarian in the group inquired about if there was a “veggie burger” that they did not have. The Angel’s waiter was very friendly and recommended one of their salads but also said they would be willing to try and accommodate and make any of their other dishes to his liking. We will give the waiter high marks for friendliness and his effort.

As far as a “full review” of Angel’s we will get back to you in the next several days and will eat there (minus or vegetarian patron). If any of you have ate at the new Angel’s drop us an email or message and give us your opinion (or any of the other dining and nightlife options on the Drive!).

Have you been to the  opening of the new Village Pub Wilton Manors  yet to see how much fun it is and what an amazing job they did?

If you have not been our question is: What are you waiting for? You could start with one of the best and longest Happy Hours around. Yes folks their Happy Hour is  2-4-1 Drinks  and from 11am till 9pm Monday-Saturday…yes you read the correctly  2-4-1 Drinks 11am till 9pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday!!!

With it’s prime location on the Drive and a totally brand new club from top to bottom. Located at 2283 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors (for those that maybe tourist) you can’t ask for a better location.

And with Halloween upon us what better place to celebrate than at Village Pub. With a costume contest @ 10:45pm  & prizes for 1st, 2cd and 3rd place on Wednesday, October 31st. So are you going to do the same old thing on Halloween or be at the place to be with friends at Village Pub Wilton Manors!

Look for the Village Pub Wilton Manors on Facebook.

Are you missing the handsome men of the NHL yet? Not so sure how many of you are true NHL fans like I am. Yes if your from Detroit like me or other big “Hockey Towns” (Pittsburgh, Montreal, Toronto, Calgary, Boston, Chicago, New York, Philly,etc…you get the point. This lockout sucks.

Why does it suck? Well it’s a fun sport to watch, play and yes the handsome men are always an incentive. Would you not like to be “checked” or “pinned” in a corner by any of these hot guys-I know I would. Let’s just hope the season is not completely lost and that these guys will be on the ice soon.

Model, reality TV star, designer, trainer and now dating site owner. Yes Project Runway reality TV star Jack Mackenroth continues to prove he can do it all.

Poz men are getting an exciting new dating site in the form of Volttage. “Volttage is a site devoted to developing an online community where HIV-positive men can connect without concerns of judgment and stigma.” It is a project that he truly can relate with obviously being HIV positive and where others are pretty much in the same boat.

It looks like he continues to take on new endeavors and breakdown stereotypes. Being HIV positive does not mean withering away and wasting said one interested soon to be new  member for his new site.

MSNBC host Thomas Roberts will become the first cable news anchor to marry a person of the same sex after his wedding this fall.

In an interview with the New York Observer, Roberts will wed his partner of 12 years, Patrick Abner. The Manhattan wedding will take place in front of about 150 guests in late September.

Many of Roberts’ openly gay cable news colleagues — including Don Lemon and Rachel Maddow — have been in long-term relationships. But he is the first one to tie the knot.

Roberts told the paper that he is exercising like mad to get himself into wedding shape.

“I was on the treadmill for three miles this morning,” he said. “I will be on it for three miles tomorrow. I had a Red Bull for lunch and I eat gum. I’m the typical groom!”

Roberts also told the Observer that he was the first cable news anchor to publicly come out. He revealed he was gay in a 2006 speech before the National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association.

Well the month of September is just about over and that only means Halloween will be here in a matter of no time.

Yes the fall season and the slightly cooling of the hot Florida weather will be a welcome change. Living in an area with so much to do for Halloween from Wicked Manors to South Beach or Fantasy Fest in Key West! Don’t forget about Orlando and Horror Nights or the notorious Belle Meade neighborhood party as well.

So have you decided yet what your going to wear and where your going to go? There will be no shortage of activities and really no bad choice, maybe just the headache of parking.  We will have upcoming features and try and map out all the festivities for you.

Friday, September 14

Bill’s Filling Station is always packed with hot men and the place to be on Friday’s! Just down on the drive Sideline’s is also a safe choice and a nice mixed crowd with both men and woman.

The Cubby Hole offer’s stiff drinks and stiffer men on the prowl!

Dudes is featuring a Fashion Show from 4 Men and Miguel’s starting at 9 pm with Free Entrance.

Wet Bar on Calle Ocho presents one of the official Celebrate Orgullo preliminary dance contests.

Bubble Gum Fridays at the Manor presents a Back To School Toga Party with a $250 (cash and prizes) Sexy Toga Contest. The night stars DJs JPS, Miik, Estepania St. Lords and Sasha Lords.

Saturday, September 15

Discotekka in association with Alex Infiniti presents, from RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 4, Phi Phi O’Hara in the Forbidden Room.

Matty’s is offering a free brunch with the purchase of any beverage from 11 am to 3 pm.

The Manor Presents Erotica, a Red, Hot and Sexy themed party starring DJ Terrance Lalley with a performance by Erika Norell. In the Latin Room and Patio DJ Larry Larr spins the beats with hostess Viva Mirage and special guest Jennifer Grant. 10:30 pm – 4 am with no cover!

Sunday, September 16

The annual Leather Masked Ball Leather Auction will take place today at Scandals from 1 to 6 pm. To donate new or previously worn leather items contact
Ken@LeatherMaskedBall.org

or call 832-978-1622.

The monthly Royal Palms T Dance, the hottest monthly T Dance on the beach, is from 4 to 8 pm and features DJs Chuck Knowles and Jason Gonzalez.

The Alibi is featuring an opening day Grand Slam After Party for the SFAAA Softball 2012/2013 season from 4 to 7 pm.

This week’s T Dance at the Depot Cabana Bar and Grill stars DJ Wendy Hunt starting at 2 pm.

Misty Eyez invites everyone to come to her Trannie Palace this Sunday at Bill’s as the theme will be Jungle and Misty will be the Jungle Queen along with her Queendom featuring Noel Leon, Twat LaRouge, Nikki Wyte, Nicole Halliwell, Amanda Austin and special guests.

For all of your nightlife and local entertainment make sure to pick up the current issue of Hotspot’s Magazine or visit them on line!