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April 2005
Issue 18
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Supporting GLBTQ Youth
Awards and Results from 2004
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gaycalgary.com magazine
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Established originally in January
1992 as Men For Men BBS by MFM
Communications. Named changed to
GayCalgary.com in 1998. Stand alone
company as of January 2004. First Issue
of GayCalgary.com Magazine, November
2003.
Publisher Steve Polyak & Rob Diaz-Marino
Editor Rob Diaz Marino
Original Graphic Design Deviant Designs
Advertising
Steve Polyak [email protected]
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Table of Contents
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Stretch Marks?
Letter from the Publisher
Contributors
Steve Polyak, Rob Diaz-Marino, Nina Tron,
Stephen Lock, M. Zelda, Jason Clevett, and
the Gay and Lesbian Community of Calgary
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Photographer
Steve Polyak and Rob Diaz-Marino
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Videographer
Steve Polyak and Rob Diaz-Marino
Please forward all inquiries to:
GayCalgary.com Magazine
Suite 403, 215 14th Avenue S.W.
Calgary, Alberta T2R 0M2
Phone (403) 543-6960 or toll free (888)
543-6960
Just Ask Nina!
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The Dish who dishes advice
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Map & Event Listings
Mapping Calgary’s core
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Bitter Girl
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Q Scopes
“Don’t nag, Libra!”
Fax (403) 703-0685
E-mail [email protected]
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Print Run Monthly, 12 times a year
Copies Printed Monthly, up to 10,000
copies.
Distribution points 150 points in Calgary,
largest distribution points for any Gay
publication in Calgary. Also in select locations
in Toronto, Vancouver, Edmonton, Montreal
and other places across Canada.
Q Puzzle
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“Out of the Drag Queen’s Closet”
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“Awards and Results from 2004
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Adult Film Reviews
Treasure, Apartheid and Genius
ATP Launches 2004/2005 Season
Masthead continued on page 4
Continued from page 3
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A Couple of guys
Kim Fontaine
Morning Pages
continued on page 4
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Distributed by DLRJ Distributions and by
GayCalgary.com
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Deadline for Ad Bookings 25th of the month
Deadline for Ad copy 28th of the month
Legal Council Courtney Sebree Aarbo,
Barristers and Solicitors
Printers North Hill News
Table of Contents continued
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Coronation 29
Emperor and Empress step down after successful year
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Mixed Media Motion
Bringing the Party to Calgary
The opinions expressed in this magazine are
not necessarily those of GayCalgary.com or the
contributors of the magazine.
People photographed or interviewed, writers,
advertisers, contributors and anyone else
involved with this publication are not
necessarily gay, lesbian, bi, bi-curious or trans
gendered. They can be straight people that
are gay friendly.
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Fundraising Photos
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European inspiration sets the style for the
new season
No part of the publication may be reprinted
without the expressed permission of the
editor-in-chief.
Springfield Presents its Spring-Summer 05 Collection
Copyright 2005
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Queer Eye - for the Calgary guy (or gal)
Events that happened around Calgary
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This Issue Cover Erica Divine and Alexander
DeKnight, photographed by Steve Polyak.
Classifieds Ads
Stretch Marks?
Letter from the Publisher
By Rob Diaz-Marino & Steve Polyak
Well, you may be noticing that this month’s
issue is a little thicker – 8 pages thicker to be
exact. Yes, we broke the 48 page barrier! As
they say, “It’s not the length but the girth that
counts.” Ouch, hopefully that doesn’t leave
stretch marks!
That’s not the only expansion we’ve undergone this
month. We’ve also secured a number of new distribution
locations. A few months ago we sealed a deal with Xtra!
West so that our magazines can be distributed on the
lower tier of their racks in places we can’t get into with
our regular distributor. This month we inked a similar
deal with Fast Forward, and the next several months will
be a transition as we update our distribution list to include even more locations that we couldn’t get into before.
It’s indeed a very exciting prospect for us!
still had the magazine to work on while we were there,
but at least we had a beautiful view of the mountains
and some time for relaxation. Personally, I stuffed myself
at the all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet, as I simultaneously smacked Steve’s hand away from the more fattening
foods. Yes, I can be such a bitch, but I was happy to see
myself finally put on a couple of pounds. Steve appears
not to have gained any, though I have yet to verify that on
the scale.
The results are in! Flip to page 28 to see the winners of
the GayCalgary.com Magazine Reader’s Choice Awards for
2004! Thanks once again to all those who took the time
to fill the survey out, and Congratulations to the winners!
Bar Banter
This is certainly the year of change, and we’re all learning to expect the unexpected. Indulge closed their doors
on the 12th of last month due to their landlord forcing
them out of their lease. If that wasn’t sad enough, the
Apollo Western Cup was a blast this year! They get
more and more people coming out for their events every
year, and they were happy to report that this was their
best turnout ever. Once again we ran around to all the
events and took pictures. Steve was a judge for the Apollo
Idol Karaoke competition, and we were blown away by
many of the finalists. Congratulations to all of this year’s
winners, both in sporting and singing!
We spent a night at Chateau Lake Louise for the Powder and Pride ski weekend that happened April 1st-3rd.
Though we’re not skiers ourselves, as a sponsor of the
event we wanted to be sure we were there to take photos
and attended the dance. It truly was a treat for us to get
away from Calgary – a much needed change of pace. We
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Verge has closed down much earlier than anyone had
anticipated. Our jaws dropped when we heard the news
at Solar Café, as a lesbian stand-up comedian made a
disheartened reference to its absence.
Where are the ladies to go now, you ask? Naturally,
good old Money-Pennies is still going strong. Indulge is
planning to reopen once they find a new location, so stay
tuned for updates. And believe it or not, Metro Boyztown
is no longer a private men’s club as they’ve started giving
memberships to women! The year of change I tell you!
Rumor Mill
When we first started out, because of the amount of
advertising Detour was doing with us, the popular rumor
was that Detour owned part of the magazine. Naturally
this was not true, and we quickly proved it wrong with
our feature article on Metro Boyztown and the Rekroom
in the very next issue. History repeats itself however, and
it seems that because of Twisted Element’s extensive advertising, we are believed to be owned by them now. With
the sudden influx of advertising from Metro Boyztown, we
sure seem to be changing hands a lot!
Seriously though, we have never received a bid from any
outside company. As a community magazine, it’s important for us to remain as neutral as possible. To be owned
by one of our advertisers would be a major conflict of
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interest, and we would never allow that to happen. We’re
here to support the community as a whole, wherever our
support is welcome.
In the News
Tuesday April 12th is the scheduled date for the vote
on Stephen Harper’s amendment to the Equal Marriage
Bill, demanding that it exclude same-sex couples. Even
if you’re indifferent about the idea of gay marriage, losing
this battle may lead to further roll-backs in gay rights.
It’s particularly concerning when you hear about
companies like Famous Players Theatres receiving death
threats for running equal marriage advertisements – the
very same ones that we’ve been running in our magazine
and on our terminals for the last several months.
There are organized people out there who would gladly
take everything away from us again, and we can’t let
their voices be stronger than ours! Visit www.equalmarriage.ca for more information on what you can do to
help.
Highlights this Month
Notice I didn’t say “It’s been a busy month” this time?
I’ve decided to stop. It goes without saying, especially as
we start ramping up to our usual summer festivities.
It’s Coronation Month once again! Cast your votes for
Empress at the Backlot on Saturday April 9th, any time
between noon and midnight. Candidates this year are Argintina Hailey-Would and Lady Ashley – good luck to both
of you! Coronation will occur on April 16th. Our events
calendar has more information about this event as well as
the in-town and out-of-town shows.
La Fleur is hosting their grand opening party, where
they will have a silent auction to raise money for Beswick
House. See their ad on page 43 for more details. Technically they’re already open so go check them out – they’re
an amazing flower store! Now you’ll have no excuse this
Mother’s day, May 8th.
Sponsorship
We’re proud to host Pride Calgary’s official Pride Guide
for the second year in a row! Once again you’ll be able to
find information about Pride events and the parade route
in our May and June issues. June is now designated
Pride Month, and will kick off with the Fairy Tales Film
Festival, end with the ARGRA Rodeo, and have the official
Pride events in the middle; Pride Dance, Parade, and
Street Festival happen over the weekend of the 11th. Visit
www.pridecalgary.ca for more information.
Questions or comments about the magazine or other
things happening in the community, please E-mail us at
[email protected]
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Answers to this month’s Q-Puzzle located on page 27
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INSIDE OUT
By Jason Clevett
While the world has changed in the past few
years and society in general is more accepting,
it still isn’t easy to be a queer youth. It is hard
enough dealing with puberty, school, friends
and relationships without adding the whole
“liking the same gender” aspect. While youth
groups have been a vital part of the coming
out process for several years, Calgary’s Inside
Out has proven to have a successful formula.
GayCalgary.com sat down with Facilitators
Ed, Lucas, Jasmine and Ayanna as well as
members Paul, Brad and Rachel about the
group.
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“Inside Out has always been a peer run program for
youth 15 – 25 as a safe place for youth to express who
they are [without having] to worry about being outed.
[Anyone can] volunteer as a facilitator and organize the
groups, it is all volunteer run. It goes in cycles as to how
many people are involved, but it has been going strong
even as the organization goes through its ups and downs,”
said Lucas, who has been with the group for three years.
Jasmine explained that the group offers a wide variety
of things to appeal to today’s GLBTQ generation.
“We do a lot of discussion and support activities, but
also have a lot of fun like survivor night or a ‘boost your
ego’ talent show. Sometimes we have educational components such as sexual health. It is a mix of everything.”
“The discussions center around issues like coming out,
being transgendered, or bringing in people to do workshops on topics like AIDS, hate crimes and racism. We
have movie nights, in the summer we play ultimate Frisbee,” added Ed.
The group is very multicultural and has a higher percentage of female members, something that has lacked in
past groups.
“It is an advantage that the group is so diverse, it creates such an accepting, safe space regardless of your
background, race, sex, sexuality or age. We have a very
diverse group and it helps for people to feel more comfortable. We did make an effort to have the facilitator team
include all aspects of the community,” said Ed.
Lucas took some time to reflect on how coming out for
youth has changed even in the few years he has been
involved with Inside Out.
“People are coming out younger and able to create a social group for themselves as young as Junior High, which
baffles me. The group has become younger and younger
as the years go on, which says something about how
much more accepted homosexuality is. We hear a lot of
positive stories about coming out, but the difficulties and
experiences are the same as people have had in the past.
Some aspects never change.”
For members Paul, Brad and Rachel Inside Out has
meant new friendships and support.
“It’s meant a lot more communication among a younger
crowd. There aren’t a lot of places to go when you are
under 18. We have a lot more resources at our disposal
– groups and websites kids can access without needing
money from their parents,” Paul said. Rachel has her own
unique outlook.
While the current membership and facilitators will
eventually grow out of the youth group and into their
adult lives, everyone hopes that their effort in maintaining the current group is picked up by future members and
continues to be a safe haven for youth dealing with their
sexuality.
“We want it here for future youth because it is a needed
resource in Calgary. I hope it continues to exist and provide support,” said Lucas.
Ed concluded by telling GayCalgary about opportunities
to be involved with Inside Out.
“I think we are going through a process of change, we
are seeking more facilitators, there is always a need for
that, and the structure of the group is changing so that
we have the peer support people who are 18 – 25. We are
going to be adding a few adult facilitators as well who can
add their experience and knowledge. We are looking for
both types of people to be involved.”
Inside Out
Mondays from 7 – 9pm
GLCSA
206, 223 12 Avenue SW “Old Y” Centre
(403) 234-8973
http://www.glcsa.org
If would like to have your business or non-profit group
reviewed in an up coming issue of GayCalgary.com Magazine or have comment or suggestions of businesses to be
reviewed, please contact us at (403) 543-6960 or E-mail
us at [email protected].
“There aren’t a lot of places you can go and just talk. My
Dad is gay and the average person’s response is ‘Oh my
god, your Dad is gay? Blaaah!’ I don’t get that here.”
One of the things that can be difficult is balancing
member’s lives with the group. As a social entity, members meet and date, and as with any high school relationship, it can often have its fair share of drama and
heartbreak. Inside Out works hard to keep the group
drama-free.
“We ask that people be responsible. We ask them to
respect the group, it is great that people date other people
here and that they can be comfortable being themselves
in the group but not in terms of being disrespectful,” said
Jasmine.
“The number one priority is to make it a safe space and
that takes priority. As long as everyone is being respectful in this space during the time, things happen, people
break up and it can be challenging to deal with conflict
but we do the best we can and make decisions around
what is best for the group,” said Ed.
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Just Ask Nina!
The Dish who dishes advice
By Nina Tron
Dear Nina,
I am faced with a huge disaster. My family recently
found out I was gay and kicked me out of the house! They
have almost shut me out completely. My family has been
my backbone and I was always afraid that if I told them
this would happen. I guess I was right! My father will not
say a word to me, and my mother looks at me with such
disappointment. I was supposed to carry on the family
name. How do I fix this?
Home Wrecked
Dear Home Wrecked,
And how long did you expect this little secret to stay a
secret? Well you are out and now you have to deal with
the fallout. This queen will tell you this is a very delicate
matter. Your Mom just found out that there will be no
wedding for her only son (at least not to a woman), nor
will she be expecting any grandchildren, and let me tell
you, to a mother that is her great reward for raising you!!
Your mother has now been denied the right to see you
suffer with child as she did with you.
I would think to some degree that this must be a huge
weight off your shoulders. In the mean time, be patient
– you have already had the time to accept who you are as
a gay man, and now they must do the same. It could be
as early as tomorrow or it may take years. The old saying
goes “give it time”, so give
them the time, space, and
respect they require. You
also need to be available to
enlighten them on your own
acceptance. If they see you
are happy, they will eventually get on board. Happiness is what every parent,
no matter how horrible,
wants for their child. This is
the hard part for both you
and your family, but show
them who you really are and
let them come to terms with their issues. Be prepared this
isn’t going to be a walk in the park. I would say “buckle
your seat belts its going to be a bumpy ride” but certainly
one worth taking.
Best of luck,
Yours truly Nina
I am here for you, and I look forward to hearing from
you all, I can be reached at: [email protected] or
Mailed to Ask Nina c/o GayCalgary.com Magazine, Suite
403, 215 14th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta T2R 0M2.
You can also watch Nina every Sunday night and events
through out the week at Twisted Element, 1006 11th
Avenue SW.
Other than the question, all personal information
(i.e. name, address, E-mail) will remain confidential.
GayCalgary.com does reserve the right to alter questions
for brevity and content. Responses are for entertainment
value only.
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Events Listing
Find out what’s happening around Calgary
Accommodations
Bathhouse and Sauna’s
A broad selection of spirits, wines & beer
Foxwood B&B ●12
See our ad on page 20
1725 - 12 St SW • (403) 244-6693
Accommodation review in GayCalgary.com
Magazine August 2004 - Issue 10
http://www.thefoxwood.com
Goliath’s ●6
308 - 17 Ave SW • (403) 229-0911
Open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day
7 Days a Week, Specials on Lockers and Single
Rooms for Students. Valid student ID must be
shown. Student Rates unavailable 8pm to 4am
Weekends.
First Monday of the Month - Membership
Appreciation. All Day Drink Specials on Beer and
Hi-balls in the Texas Lounge. Valid Membership
must be produced. 10:00pm Draw for a voucher
for Free room or $20 bar tab
A Woman’s Place Book Store
2030 34th Avenue SW • (403) 263-5256
http://www.awomansplacebookstore.ca
Business review in GayCalgary.com Magazine
March 2005 - Issue 17
Self help, spirituality, Gay/Lesbian, woman’s
studies, parenting, children and health.
The Seville Park Place ●40
239 12th Avenue SW • (403) 265-6111
Renovated Bachelor Suites Starting at
$525/month. Right in the heart of the Gay
Community.
Westways Guest House ●13
216 - 25 Ave SW • (403) 229-1758
Accommodation review in GayCalgary.com
Magazine June 2004 - Issue 8
http://www.gaywestways.com
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Businesses
4th Street Liquor & Wine ●22
1809 4th St SW •(403) 229-1919
Adult Depot
140, 58th Ave SW •(403) 258-2777
524A 6th Ave SE •(403) 264-7399 ●23
Sex toys, and Straight, Bi, Gay video rentals
http://www.adultdepotstore.com
Adult Source
October 2004 - Issue 12
10210 MacLeod Trail S • (403) 271-7848
1536 - 16 Ave NW • (403) 289-4203
2770 - 32 Ave NE • (403) 250-8225
1127 - 17 Ave SW • (403) 244-6537 ●20
4310 - 17 Ave SE • (403) 273-2701
Calgary’s largest selection of adult DVD, VHS,
toys and magazines.
B&D Emporium Inc. ●14
July 2004 - Issue 9
829 17th Ave SW • (403) 265-7789
http://www.bndemporium.com
Adult clothing store and accessories specializing
in fetish, leather, latex, Gothic, punk, and
corsets.
Bay, the ●29
200 - 8th Ave SW • (403) 262-0345
http://www.hbc.com
(403) 261-2100, Trial code 3418 or try 1-900451-3800 ($1.99/min)
http://www.interactivemale.com
Phone chat room for 18+
Blubox ●15
1322A - 17 Ave SW • (403) 244-9500
June 2004 - Issue 8
La Fleur ●41
#103 - 100 7th Avenue SW
(403) 266-1707
Florist Shop
Clothing and home furnishings.
Boot Boys Bath Shop
(403) 819-2415
E-mail: [email protected]
http://www.bootboysbathshop.com
Bath Products, Massage Oils available for sale at
Priape, 1322 - 17 Ave SW ●16.
Brian Mahoney & John McNeill
#10, 6020 - 1A St SW • (403) 259-4141
Re/Max Reality Professionals
Courtney Sebree Aarbo ●24
1138 Kensington Road NW • (403) 571-5120
http://www.csalaw.ca
August 2004 - Issue 10
Barristers & solicitors
Cruiseline
(403) 777-9494 trial code 3500
http://www.cruiseline.ca
Phone chat room & talking classifieds for 18+
Customers First Auto Care
221 41st Ave NE • (403) 276-8001
Brakes, tune-ups, general repair, insurance
reports, drivability problems, computer
diagnostics
Deva Dave Salon ●32
4th Floor,
1304 4th Street SW • (403) 290-1973
http://www.devadave.com
Edges Salon & Spa
#7 - 400 Crowfoot Crescent NW
Phone: (403) 375-0000
http://www.edgessalonandspa.com
Our spa’s unique environment, independent of
salon, is a tranquil sanctuary where stresses of
everyday life melt away.
Ho Ho Ho Inc. ●38
2nd Floor,
Scotia Centre Downtown• (403) 398-4685
The Christmas Store
Mark Buckley
(403) 990-7616
http://www.markbuckley.ca
MaxWell Real Estate Agent
Mary’s Electrolysis ●39
110 815 8th Avenue SW • (403) 234-8704
Permanent Hair Removal
MFM Communications
(403) 543-6970
http://www.mfmcommunications.com
Web site hosting and development. Computer
Hardware and Software.
More Better Buses
(403) 651-1692
Providing unique, comfortable & affordable
transportation. Charter us for: High School
Graduations, Senior Groups, Pub Crawls and
Sporting Events
Play
Market Mall •(403) 202-1774
2nd Level , TD Square •(403) 252-9672 ●31
Priape Calgary ●16
1322 - 17 Ave SW • (403) 215-1800
May 2004 - Issue 7
http://www.priape.com
Clothing and accessories. Adult toys, leather
wear, movies and magazines. Gifts.
Professional Relaxation Massage
(403) 510-7572
Male to Male massage by appointment only
Saturday April 9th - Straight to Diva Meet &
Greet
Saturday April 16th - Uniform Night
Saturday April 30th - Harness night
RiTo Styling
#5, 5308 17 Ave SW • (403) 686-8489
Unisex Haircuts, styling, massage, facials,
waxing and hair products.
Video Fantasy
104, 4202 - 17 Ave SE • (403) 248-8620
http://www.videofantasy.ca
Adult movie rentals
What’s In Store
1600 Edmonton Trail NE • (403) 276-3066
January 2005 - Issue 15
Used clothing and accessories. Also costumes
and rentals.
Detour/Arena ●5
318 - 17 Ave SW • (403) 244-8537
Open Thursday-Sunday 10pm-close
November 2003 - Issue 1
http://www.detourcalgary.com
GayCalgary.com Internet Terminal Location in
the Loading Dock area*
Indulge
Closed. Watch for new location coming soon!
Loading Dock ●7
318 - 17 Ave SW, side entrance • (403)
244-8537
Open 7 days a week, 3-9:30pm
GayCalgary.com Internet Terminal Location*
Clubs and Bars
BackLot ●3
209 - 10 Ave SW • (403) 265-5211
Open 7 days a week, 4pm-close
Metro Boyztown ●8
See our ad on page 55 and 17
213 - 10 Ave SW • (403) 265-2028
December 2003 - Issue 2
http://www.metroboyztown.com
Calgary Eagle Inc. ●4
424a - 8 Ave SE • (403) 263-5847
Open Wed-Sun 4pm-close
February 2004 - Issue 4
http://www.calgaryeagle.com
Sunday - Beer Bust 4-8pm. Two Big Beef bones
$5.95. $2.00 Draft (12oz) Canadian.
Wednesday - Free Pool
Thursday - Get Boned. Two Big Beef bones
$5.95. and Wing Night. 20 cents per wing
Friday - Dark Night - “Feel your way around and
come in the Dark”
Toonie Sundays (First and last Sunday of every
month) - $2 Pizza Slices and $2 Draft
Money-Pennies ●9
1742 - 10 Ave SW • (403) 263-7411
Open Mon-Fri 11:00am-close; Sat & Sun 10:
30am-close
http://www.money-pennies.com
Tuesdays - 2 steak sandwiches $9.99
Wednesdays - 15cent Wing Night
Sundays - Happy Hour All Day
Friday’s - Karaoke at 9pm
Rainbow Destinations
(403) 283-0294
http://www.rainbowdestination.com
Travel agent to gay destinations and just about
anywhere in the world.
RBC Investments - Bob Sokoloski
(403) 969-8588
Interactive Male
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Monday’s - Open mike on with Chuck 8 to
10 pm
Saturday - Karaoke, Name that Tune, or Dancing
Sunday - Happy hour all day
Check the GayCalgary.com web site for updated
event calendar information.
The Rekroom ●10
213a - 10 Ave SW • (403) 265-4749
http://www.therekroom.com
Solar Cafe ●26
#100, 1011 1st St. SW • (403) 232-6355
http://www.solarcafe.ca
Sunday to Thursday: 10am to 11pm
Friday to Saturday: 10am to 2am
Texas Lounge ●6
308 - 17 Ave SW • (403) 229-0911
Open 7 days a week, 11am-close
Check the GayCalgary.com web site for updated
event calendar information.
First Monday of the Month - Membership
Appreciation. All Day Drink Specials on Beer and
Hi-balls in the Texas Lounge. Valid Membership
must be produced. 10:00pm Draw for a voucher
for Free room or $20 bar tab
Tuesdays - Karaoke
Wednesdays - Hi-Ball Specials
Sundays - Beer Specials (selected brands)
Ernestine Movie Matinee: April 10th - The
Incredibles, April 17th - Indiana Jones & The
Temple of Doom, April 24th - Troy, May 1st
- Finding Nemo.
The Twisted Element ●33
1006 11th Ave SW • (403) 802-0230
See our ads on pages 5, 8, 11 and 54
7 days a week 4:00pm to close
http://www.twistedelement.ca
The Verge
Closed
Community Groups and Organizations
Aids Calgary ●2
200, 1509 Centre St South • (403) 508-2500
Non-Profit review in GayCalgary.com Magazine
http://www.aidscalgary.org
These workshops are offered free to all interested
individuals.
Alpine Frontrunners Club Calgary
(403) 660-6125
[email protected]
The AFCC was formed in 1991 after individuals
who participated in the Gay Games in Vancouver
decided they wanted to form a club to promote
health and fitness in the gay community.
The club has a membership of approximately
20. These members are active in Team Calgary
which supports athletes going to the Gay Games.
The AFCC hosts a Pride Run as part of Gay Pride
Week, every June (on Father’s Day). As well, we
send teams to the Banff Mountain Ekiden race
held the Saturday after Canadian Thanksgiving
in October.
AFCC Fun Runs: Tuesdays. Eau Claire YMCA. 200
Barklay Parade SW (4th street and 3rd ave SW)
June thru October, at 6 pm. Outdoors.
Saturdays. 9 am. Eau Claire YMCA.
Brunch follows; location varies.
Join our mailing list: calgaryfrontrunners@c
oollist.com
Apollo Calgary Friends in Sports
April 2004 - Issue 6
http://www.apollocalgary.com
Schedule and events are changing, please check
website for Fall/Winter activities.
Sundays - League Sun Bowling, Regular League
at Let’s 10 Pin Bowlerama, 2916 5 Avenue NE.
Starting 2:00pm
Wednesdays - Rainbow Riders Bowling League
at Let’s 10 Pin Bowlerama, 2916 5 Avenue NE.
Starting at 6:30pm. League fees are $15.00 per
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Night. Shoe rental is $1.25
Saturday - Badminton. 1:30pm - 3:30pm.
Hillhurst Community Center, 1320 5th Avenue
NW
Saturday - League Curling. Details North Hill
Curling Club (1201 - 2 Street N.W.) 2:20 p.m.
and 4:30 p.m. games Round Robin 1
Sundays - Inner-city Volleyball, Starts on
September 12, 2004. Drop in: YWCA, 320 - 5th
Avenue SE. From 4:00 - 6:30PM
ARGRA – Alberta Rockies Gay Rodeo
Association
Hotline: (403) 541-8140
http://www.argra.org
Non Profit Group review in GayCalgary.com
Magazine June 2004 - Issue 8
April 16, 2005 - Easter Eggstravaganza Dance
starting at 7:30 pm. Dance cost is $6 for
members and $9 for non-members.
Country music until 10pm and hot mixed music
the rest of the evening.
May 28, 2005 - Spring Fling Dance starting at
7:30 pm. Dance cost is $6 for members and $9
for non-members. Country music until 10pm
and hot mixed music the rest of the evening
July 1-3, 2005 - CRIR Rodeo
Between Men and Between Men Online
Sean (403) 234-8973 or [email protected]
http://www.glcsa.org/
Peer support, sexual health education for gay
or bisexual men, as well as those who may
be uncertain or questioning their sexuality.
Discussions range from personal relationship or
life issues, to sexual health and well-being.
Mondays - Meetings at Money-Pennies from
7pm to 8:30pm
Calgary Gay Fathers
(403) 777-9499 ext 2090
http://www.geocities.com/calgaryfathers
Peer support group for gay, bisexual and
questioning fathers. Meeting twice a month
Calgary Men’s Chorus
(403) 262-6295
http://www.calgarymenschorus.org
Tuesdays - Rehearsals, 7:00pm to 9:30pm at
Rosedale United Church, 1317 1 Street NW
June 11 2005 “Ten Squared” Roza Centre, U of
C. Commemoration the tenth anniversary of the
CMC and the 100th anniversary of the province
of Alberta
Camp 181
http://www.camp181.com/
Non Profit Group review in GayCalgary.com
Magazine January 2005 - Issue 15
Canadians for Equal Marriage
http://www.equal-marriage.ca
We have chapters in Calgary, Edmonton,
Medicine Hat and Red Deer. If you would like
to volunteer contact us at [email protected].
CBCA Sexual and Reproductive Wellness
Centre
304, 301 14th Street NW
(403) 283-5580
http://www.cbca.ab.ca
CBCA offers counselling and educational services
that help people consider their sexual and
reproductive choices in informed and responsible
ways.
RU a lesbian, gay, bisexual, two-spirited or
queer youth, ages 17-24? RU interested in
helping make Calgary a safer place for people of
diverse sexual orientation? If UR, we are looking
for dynamic volunteers for our Anti-Homophobia
Program.
This program is intended to raise awareness
and understanding among students about the
experiences of lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, two
spirited, transgendered, queer and questioning
youth. If you are interesting in sharing your
experiences with other youth, and are available
days, please call us at 283-5580 and ask for an
Educator or contact [email protected]..
Choices
(403) 234-8973 or [email protected]
http://www.m2mchoices.ca/
Choices provides tailored prevention and
education to Choices is a partnership between
GLCSA and AIDS Calgary. Choices employs a
harm reduction philosophy to educate men and
HIV/AIDS and STDs, so they are able to make
the best decisions for themselves.
Different Strokes
http://www.differentstrokescalgary.org
Swim Club.
Wednesday - 7:00 to 8:00 PM at YWCA (Fitness
on Fifth), 320 - 5 Avenue S.E. not the Eau
Claire YMCA $5.00
Sunday - 6:00 to 7:00 PM YWCA (Fitness on
Fifth), 320 - 5 Avenue S.E. not the Eau Claire
YMCA $5.00
people at a fundamentalist school. Any other
questions, please feel free to ask.
Event production and promotion in Alberta for
women. Check online for fun things to do!
GLASS, Gay & Lesbian Association of
Students and Staff
PF4255 in the Professional Faculties Building,
University of Calgary
(403) 220-6394
October 2004 - Issue 12
http://www.glassuofc.com
April 9 - Gender Bender
GLCSA - Gay And Lesbian Community
Services Association ●1
206, 223 - 12 Ave SW, Old “Y” Centre
(403) 234-8973
February 2004 - Issue 4
Girl Friends
http://members.shaw.ca/girlfriends
Girlsgo Productions
(403) 510-2502
http://www.girlsgo.ca
Tuesday, May 3, 2005 - Alix Olson performing
LIVE in Calgary! www.alixolson.com at Liberty
Lounge, Mount Royal College. Tickets Advance:
$10, Door: $12.50 available for sale at:
Woman’s Place Bookstore (cash only accepted)
NEW Location!! 2030 - 34th Avenue SW (in
Marda Loop)
Saturday, May 7th, 2005 (doors open at 8pm)
- HERLAND Film Festival Queer Celebration
at Inglewood Community Hall, 1740 - 24th
Avenue SE. Tickets: Members: $5 (must give
membership # with order), Non-Members
Advance: $10, Non-Members Door: $15
Heading Out
Sean (403) 234-8973 or [email protected]
Peer group for men who are looking for an
alternative social activity to the bar. Activities
vary and are fun and entertaining. The group
meets the 1st and 3rd Friday of every month
from 7 pm to 9 pm.
Illusions Calgary
#206, 223 - 12th Ave. S.W.• (403) 234-
Don’t Buy In Project
http://www.dontbuyin.ca
This Calgary Police Service Initiative aims to
encourage youth to working towards an inclusive
environment in which diversity is embraced in
their schools and community.
Gay Prairie Alumni
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/
gayprairiealumni/
This group is for all gay/lesbian/transgendered
alumni of Prairie Bible Institute and/or Prairie
High School in Three Hills, Alberta. It’s
purpose is twofold: First, social -- to renew old
friendships and make new ones. Second -- to
talk about our common experiences as gay
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8973
Social group for Calgary and area transgender
community members (cross dressers,
transvestites, drag kings and queens). Illusions
provides a safe, discrete and welcoming
atmosphere, in which transgendered people
can meet others of like mind. Illusions offers
discretion, acceptance, compassion and a safe
place to express your gender. Cross-dressing is
the purpose of the group, but is not mandatory.
Inside Out
206, 223 - 12 Ave SW, Old “Y” Centre• (403)
234-8973
Peer-facilitated youth group for GLBTQ ages
15-25. The group aims to let youth know they
are not alone, and to connect them with their
peers. Every Monday, 7 pm to 9pm at GLCSA. It
is a funky and safe environment with a variety
of resources and activities.
ISCCA – Imperial Sovereign Court of the
Chinook Arch
http://www.iscca.ca
November 2003 - Issue 1 and December 2003
- Issue 2 Crowns for Kids
Coronation Week
Monday April 11, 2005 - Last Bowling PartyMountain View Bowl, #11 3919 Richmond Rd
SW. 7:00pm $12.00/person
Tuesday April 12th, 2005 - Imperial State
Dinner & Roast-Money Pennies, 1742 10 Ave
SW. 7:00pm $10.00
Wednesday April 13th, 2005 - Entertainer of the
Year Kimmy Awards at The Calgary Eagle, 424A
8 Ave SW. 9:00pm $3.00
Thursday April 14th, 2005 - In Town Show at
Twisted Element, 1006, 11 Ave SW. 10:00pm
$5.00
Friday April 15th, 2005 - Hospitality & Protocol
at the Days Inn , Edworthy Suite 3828 Macleod
Trail S. 3:00pm to 6:00pm. All music for Out of
Town show must be handed in here. Preferences
is given to Reigning Monarch’s and ICP’s.
Friday April 15th, 2005 - Out of Town Show at
the Days Inn, 3828 Macleod Trail S. 9:00pm
$10.00
Saturday April 16th, 2005 - Hospitality &
Protocol at the Days Inn, 3828 Macleod Trail
S. 11:00am to 3:00pm. All protocol must be
neatly printed or typed on 3X5 cards. Only one
walk, please use highest title and only one last
name. NO LATE PROTOCOL WILL BE ACCEPTED
Saturday April 16th, 2005 - Coronation 2005
From Broadway to the Big Screen: A Night of
Celebration of Theatre and Song. $25.00 in
Advance $30.00 at the Door. Doors open at 5:
00pm. Coronation at 6:00pm Sharp!
Sunday April 17th, 2005 - Victory Brunch at the
Days Inn. 11:00am $20.00
Sunday April 17th, 2005 - Texas Twister at
Money Pennies, 1742 10 Ave SW. 4:00pm
Sunday April 17th, 2005 - Tough Drag at Metro
Boyztown, 213 10 Ave SW. 10:30pm $3.00
Integrity Calgary
Worship – Every Second Sunday of the month
at 7pm. Meet at St Stephen’s Anglican Church,
1121 - 14 Ave SW. Christian fellowship for gay,
lesbians, bisexuals and our friend and family.
New Directions
Drop in peer/social support group to provide
support and resources for individuals who
identify as transgendered, transsexual or intersexed. Social support meetings 1st Friday of
every month from 7 pm to 11 pm and peer
support meetings 3rd Friday of every month
from 7 pm to 9 pm at GLCSA.
Kitty Group
Phone: Nico (403) 605-6597
A social group for womyn – Every First Saturday
of the month at 7pm. At The Good Earth Café,
1504 - 11 Ave SW
Pride Calgary
(403) 262-3410
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May 2004 - Issue 7
http://www.pridecalgary.ca
June 2005 is Pride Month in Calgary
Pride Dance Friday, June 11th 2005 - at Hall
D, Roundup Centre, Stampede Park. Starts at
8:00 PM
Pride Parade - Saturday, June 12th 2005 Along
17th Avenue SW. Starts at 12:00 Noon. Come
out and “march to the beat of a diverse drum”.
The Pride Parade is a great opportunity to see
all the faces of our community and all of our
supporters. Whether you want to be a part of the
Parade or simply watch it go by, 17th Avenue
SW is the place to be... get a great seat as they
will go fast!
Street Festival - Saturday, June 12th 2005,
Tomkins Park Until 5:00 PM. Right after the
fabulous Pride Parade travels down 17th
Avenue, the Pride Street Festival will kick into
high gear at Tomkins Park! Many businesses
and organizations market their wares and
promote themselves to the thousands of
people in attendance. This is a great place to
make face-to-face contact with members and
supporters of the community. There will be lots
of entertainment and great music, a fabulous
way to spend a June afternoon in the Park!
More information will be added to this page
very soon.
Sponsorship Package is now available call 2623410 to receive your copy.
Primetimers Calgary
Phone: (403) 612-2430
http://www.primetimerscalgary.com
Prime Timers Calgary is designed to foster social
interaction for its members through a variety of
social, educational and recreational activities. It
is open to all gay and bisexual men over forty
and respects whatever degree of anonymity that
each member desires.
April 3 – General Meeting at the Old “Y” with
dinner to follow at the Solar Café.
April 5 - Card Night at Harvey and Tony’s. If
you wish to attend please let them know at
547–9129. We will meet at MoneyPennies
at 6:00PM for dinner for their Tuesday night
special before cards.
April 6 - Free Pool at the Eagle
April 9 – Coffee Hour at Timothy’s 1610 – 10
St. S.W. Meet at 10:00 AM - Straight To Diva a
fundraiser for Calgary’s HIV Peer Support Group
at The Eagle Tickets $5.00 in advance $7.00
at the door.
April 12 - Pumphouse Theatre production of
“Present Laughter” Curtain time 7:30. For
tickets call their box office at 263 – 0079 .
We will meet at MoneyPennies at 6:00PM for
dinner for their Tuesday night special before the
performance.
April 15 - Pub Crawl . Meet at The Backlot
around 6:00 PM to start out the evening.
Establishment for dinner to be determined.
April 17 – Dinner at the Eagle. Please call Neil
if you wish to attend.
April 19 – Theatre production of “A Chorus
Line” at the Engineered Air Theatre in the Centre
for the Performing Arts. Curtain time 7:30PM.
Tickets available through Ticketmaster. Tickets
$12.99 for seniors $15.00 for adults .Meet for
dinner at MoneyPennies at around 6:00PM
for their Tuesday Evening special before the
performance.
April 23 - Coffee Hour at Timothy’s 1610 – 10
St. S.W. Meet at 10:00 AM
April 26 - Bridge Night at Neil’s . Please call
Neil if you wish to attend.
April 30 - Movie Night at Don’s . Please call Don
at 281–2430 if you wish to attend
Rocky Mountain Bears
January - Issue 3
http://www.rockymountainbears.com
Thursday, April 21st - Rocky Mountain Bears
AGM at 7:30pm. Location: Park Place Condo
Building, main floor party room (323 - 13th
Avenue S.W.) For details call Lafe & John at
261-4640
Thursday, April 28th - Parade Float Meeting.
Location TBA
Saturday, April 30th - Bar Night at the Calgary
Eagle - 10pm
Monday, May 2nd - Coffee Night is back!
Timothy’s - 1610 - 10th St. S.W. @ 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 14th - Day at the Zoo. Meet at
the mastodon in the lower LRT station at Noon
Sharp Foundation
Phone: (403) 272-2912
http://www.thesharpfoundation.com
SHEQ Soulful Healing Ego Quest
A workshop for women that want to be
themselves in a supportive, safe environment. It
is a chance to grow and share their experiences
related to women’s sexuality. Runs for a ten
week period on Thursdays at 7pm. Call Trudy
or Krista at 585-7437. To participate, please
call the exclusive SHEQ line at 585-7437 (you
may leave a voice message for Trudy or Krista)
or leave your name and a contact time/number
with the Gay & Lesbian Community Services
Association at 234-8973.
Small Change...Big Changes
http://www.smallchange.ab.ca
Speak Sebastian
http://www.cjsw.com
Radio Show – Every first & third Wednesday
from 9-10pm. Radio for the gay, lesbian,
bisexual, trans gender and kink community.
Listen on CJSW FM 90.9.
Alberta’s website for youth with sex-and-gender
differences. Youthsafe.net lists the resources,
information and services to help youth find safe
and caring spaces in Alberta.
Restaurants
Calgary Eagle Inc. ●4
424a - 8 Ave SE • (403) 263-5847
Open Tues-Sun 4pm-close
Restaurant review in GayCalgary.com Magazine
http://www.calgaryeagle.com
Money-Pennies ●9
1742 - 10 Ave SW • (403) 263-7411
April 2004 - Issue 6
Solar Cafe ●26
#100, 1011 1st St. SW • (403) 232-6355
June 2004 - Issue 8
http://www.solarcafe.ca
Sunday to Thursday: 10am to 11pm
Friday to Saturday: 10am to 2am
Timothy’s Coffee ● 27
1610 10th St SW • (403) 244-7750
September 2004 - Issue 11
Monday - Saturday: 7am to 11pm
Sunday: 8am to 11pm
The Twisted Element ●33
1006 11th Avenue SW • (403) 802-0230
See our ad on page 5, and 8
Sunday 11:00am to close
Monday to Saturday 4:00pm to close
http://www.twistedelement.ca
Victoria’s Restaurant ●18
306 - 17 Ave SW • (403) 244-9991
Mon Fri, 11am-close; Weekends 10am-close
The Wicked Wedge ●19
618 - 17 Ave SW • (403) 228-1024
Team Calgary
http://www.teamcalgary.org
Urban Sex
http://www.cjsw.com
Radio Show – Every second & forth Wednesday
from 9-10pm. Focus on sexuality; gay bisexual
lesbian trans gendered and straight issues here
in Calgary and around the web. Listen on CJSW
FM 90.9.
Western Leather Federation
Coffee Night – Wed, 8:30pm. At the Calgary
Eagle.
Womynspace
Peer social/support group for women providing
an evening of fun, bonding, discussion and
activities. Meets every Friday 7pm to 9pm at
GLCSA.
Youth 4 Youth
102, 1212 - 1 St. S.E. • (403) 283-8591
http://www.youth4youth.com
YouthSafe
http://www.youthsafe.net
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Theatre and Art
Alberta Ballet
http://www.albertaballet.com
Great Chefs in Great Homes - An Alberta
Ballet Fundraising Event. Sumptuous Food,
Unforgettable Wines. Beautiful Surroundings.
$250 per person. Tickets 245-4222 ext 32
Friday March 4th, Rouge
Friday March 6th, the Bears Den
Thursday March 10th, Crazy Weed and River
Cafe
Saturday March 12th, La Tavola
ATP, Alberta Theatre Projects ●36
Phone: (403) 294-7402
http://www.ATPlive.com
Marion Bridge
March 29 – April 16, 2005
Black sheep of the family Agnes returns from
Toronto to her hometown of Sydney, Nova Scotia
to help nurse her terminally ill mother. But
family can bring out the worst in a person –
despite their best efforts to behave like a grownup! Much to her sisters’ discomfort, her presence
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loosens the lid on some closely guarded secrets.
Agnes’ return reawakens yearnings and feelings
she and her sisters have spent a lifetime trying
to forget. Three women blunder comically and
clumsily through forgiveness and understanding
towards a true acceptance of each other.
2Pianos 4Hands
May 3 – 21, 2005
A lifetime obsession. An everlasting gift. 2
Pianos, 4 Hands is a musical extravaganza
about the pleasures and torments of a passion
for music. The story interweaves music by
artists from Mozart to Tom Waits with warm,
comic memories of a youth spent over the keys
of a piano. In their quest for perfection, two
young prodigies encounter the eccentricities of
oddball teachers, the love-hate relationship
with practicing and the pressure of piano exams
before finally facing the terror of the limits of
their own ambition and talent.
Part virtuoso piano recital, part warmhearted
comedy, 2 Pianos, 4 Hands will strike a chord
with anyone who’s ever tinkled the keys of a
piano or dreamed of performing on stage.
Fairytales International Gay & Lesbian Film
Festival
http://www.fairytalesfilmfest.com
May 27th - June 2nd, 2005. Check website for
more details
New Gallery ●25
516D - 9 Ave SW • (403) 233-2399
Open Tuesday to Saturday from 11am to 5pm
One Yellow Rabbit ●35
Big Secret Theatre – EPCOR CENTRE for the
Performing Arts • (403) 299-8888
http://www.oyr.org
April 5 to 23, 2005 - In Klezskavania. Directed
by: Blake Brooker. Written by: Ty Semaka and
Blake Brooker.
Performed by: The Plaid Tounged Devils, The
OYR Ensemble and special guests. Tickets:
Available in advance through the OYR office.
(403) 264-3224 or Ticketmaster (403) 2998888 | Web: Ticketmaster. Opening Night:
Thursday, April 7, 2005
Pumphouse Theatre ●37
2140 Pumphouse Avenue SW • (403) 2630079
http://www.pumphousetheatres.ca
April 1 – 9, 2005 - Iolanthe presented by
Morpheus Theatre. In the Victor Mitchell Theatre.
Tickets $14.00 Adults, $12.00 Students/
Seniors. Wednesday to Saturday @ 7:30 pm,
Saturday and Sunday matinees@ 2:00pm
For Tickets Call 263-0079. Strephon, an
Arcadian Shepard, wants to marry Phyllis, a
ward of the Court of Chancery. Phyllis does not
know that Strephon is half fairy – down to the
waist. When Phyllis sees Strephon kissing an
apparently young woman, she assumes the
worst. But he “rival” turns out to be none other
than Stephon’s own mother, Iolanthe, a fairy –
fairies never grow old. But Phyllis’ guardian, the
Lord Chancellor of England, and half the peers
in the House of Lords are sighing after her. Soon
the peers and the fairies are virtually at war,
and long friendships are nearly torn asunder. As
in Trial by Jury, the Legal Mind comes up with a
clever solution to the problem. And, as you may
well guess, thereby hangs by a tale.
April 7 - 16, 2005 - Present Laughter presented
by Gas & Light Productions. In the Joyce
Doolittle Theatre. Tickets $16.00 Adults, $14.00
Students/Seniors. Tuesday to Saturday @ 7:
30 pm, Sunday matinee @2:30. For Tickets
Call 808-3818. Garry Essendine, a popular and
pampered actor, is busy making preparations
for an extended tour. Daphne, a beautiful,
but stage-struck young lady, has apparently
spent the night in his studio after having ‘lost’
her latchkey! When his estranged wife, his
partners and other admirers arrive, Garry is hard
pressed to escape an embarrassing and easily
misinterpreted situation. More complications
ensue due to Joanna, his partner’s wife, not
to mention the attentions of Roland, a young,
and not very good, aspiring playwright. Garry
eventually escapes from the chaos by adopting a
totally unsuspected solution
April 15 – May 7, 2005 - Seussical the Musical
In the Victor Mitchell Theatre presented by Story
Book Theatre. Tickets Range $7-15 Wednesday
to Friday @ 7:30 pm, Saturday and Sunday
@ 12:00pm & 3:30pm. For Tickets Call 2160808. A highlight in the season and a storybook
coup! Just released from production in its North
American Tour, this will be a Calgary premier!
All of Dr. Seuss’ favorite stories and characters,
including the Cat in the Hat, and Horton the
Elephant, have been cleverly combined into a
delightful musical romp.
April 20 - 30, 2005 - The Mercy Seat presented
by Ground Zero Theatre In the Joyce Doolittle
Theatre. Tickets $18.00 Adults. $15.00
Students/Seniors plus $1.75 service charge
Tuesday to Sunday @ 8:00 pm. For Tickets
Call 263-0079. On September 12, 2001,
Ben Harcourt finds himself in the downtown
apartment of his mistress, Abby Prescott, toying
with the idea of claiming death in the fallen
buildings of 9/11. His endlessly ringing cell
phone haunts their conversation at the two
explore the choices now available to them in
an existence different from the one they knew
just the day before. Will Ben let his family know
he’s alive or will he and Abby take this chance
to create a new life for themselves? LaBute
continues his unflinching fascination with the
war between the sexes and explores whether one
can be truly opportunistic in a time of universal
selflessness.
May 3 - 14, 2005 - Jenny Presented by Broad
Minds, In the Joyce Doolittle Theatre, Tickets
$15.00 Adults. $12.00 Students/Seniors.
plus $1.75 service charge Tuesday to Saturday
@ 8:00 pm. Sunday matinee @ 2:00pm.
For Tickets Call 263-0079. Inspired by the
sculptures, diaries, and short-but-rich life of
artist Jenny Read, this poignant play chronicles
the journey of Jenny’s mother, Dorothy, as she
struggles with her unresolved grief associated
with Jenny’s violent death. Jenny incorporates
art, poetry, psychotherapy , and the power of
forgiveness to tell this emotional story. This
intricately woven and ultimately hopeful story
also received Honorable Mention in the 1997
Jane Chambers Playwriting Contest.
Stagewest
727 42 Avenue SE • (403) 243-8642
http://www.stagewestcalgary.com
The Odd Couple
Feb. 17 – April 24, 2005
This renowned comedy inspired the production
of the hit TV series starring Jack Klugman and
the late Tony Randall in the 70’s and the Award
Winning motion picture starring Walter Matthau
and Jack Lemmon. It begins with a group of the
boys assembled for card games in the apartment
of a divorced fellow, and if the mess is any
indication, it’s no wonder that his wife left him.
Late to arrive is another fellow who they learn
has just separated from his wife. Since he is
very meticulous and tense, they fear he might
commit suicide and so go about locking all
the windows.... As life would have it, the slob
bachelor and the meticulous fellow decided to
bunk together - with hilarious results.
California Dreaming
April 28 – July 3, 2005
The British may have dominated the airwaves
in 1964, but by the late 60’s the new “
California sound “ was all the rage. From the
snow-covered Prairies to the concrete jungles
of New York and Toronto, teens dreamed of
surfboards and souped up 56 Chevy’s. California
was the land of bleached blondes, blue skies,
bikinis and the Beach Boys! From the Beach
Boys to CCR, Fleetwood Mac to the Mamas and
Papas, the hits had made music history in North
America and had us all doing a little “ California
Dreaming “
GayCalgary.com endeavors to have the
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and listings can change at any time so it is
recommended to check with the establishment
before you head out. Non-Profit groups free
listings. Business receive a listing once an ad
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last 3 months after the last ad is placed unless
there is a GayCalgary.com service located at
that location.
Theatre Junction
http://www.theatrejunction.com
Vertigo Mystery Theatre ●34
161, 115 – 9 Ave SE • (403) 221-3708
http://www.vertigomysterytheatre.com
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Q Scopes
“Don’t nag, Libra!”
Lifestyle | Astrology
By GayCalgary.com Magazine Staff
Sun in Aries is trine to Pluto in Sagittarius,
boosting energy and focus - or obsession.
Be careful to avoid the latter. Mars conjunct
Neptune in Aquarius blurs our energies and
tempts us to get ahead of ourselves. Meditation will help you focus.
ceptible to infections, inflammations, and sprains.
LIBRA (September 23 - October 22): You may
be expecting a little too much of others and
coming off a bit strong. Take more initiative, and be careful not to nag! “Loosen up and enjoy” is good advice - up
to a point. Too loose isn’t fun; it’s just sloppy.
ARIES (March 20 - April 19): Energetic,
impulsive, headstrong, and assertive - that’s
what you are at any time, but now all the more so! You’re
up for interesting adventures or furious arguments. Try to
avoid the latter, as they’re usually pointless and, especially now, could damage friendships.
SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21): It’s
an optimal time to clean up financial matters
- anything from balancing your checkbook on up. Even
cleaning house and having a tag sale can prove lucrative,
if you know what your castoffs are really worth.
TAURUS (April 20 - May 20): Everybody has a
secret. What’s yours? Don’t tell. Just thinking
about your deepest, darkest secret will make you irresistibly sexy. Do not try this at work! A scandal is brewing
there, and you or your boss will likely be involved.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 - December 20):
Your playful side is getting so emphatic that
your invitations for fun may sound coercive. Be gentle and
ready to backpedal a little. Communications in general
are likely to be muddled, so be extra careful to be clear.
GEMINI (May 21 - June 20): Your social and
political skills are very sharp now, if only you
can keep your mouth shut. Go to a poetry slam or call
someone for phone sex to get the blabber out of your system - but when it counts, keep those lips tight!
CANCER (June 21 - July 22): Your hard work
speaks for itself, but don’t be too modest.
Take due pride and accept due credit. Though you may
earn yourself a special night out, be careful of overindulgence. Getting too high, especially now, leads to danger.
LEO (July 23 - August 22): There are fireworks
waiting to happen, but someone could get seriously burned. Just what is your understanding of “fidelity”? Make sure you and your partner - and any playmates
(and their partners!) - are on the same page.
CAPRICORN (December 21 - January 19):
Hide out at home and do whatever needs
doing. Clean up archives; get rid of junk. If your house is
already in perfect order, make yourself helpful to others in
your community. Avoid financial dealings (even unnecessary shopping!) this week.
AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18): You
are especially persuasive now. The only problem is that you’re lacking your usual certainty and focus.
Meditate on the ideals you want to promote, thinking
carefully about them before you speak up.
PISCES (February 19 - March 19): Stay focused
on what you’re worth to yourself and what you
consider most important. If you can keep your own priorities clear, you’ll make great strides toward your goals.
Exercise and mediation will help keep you sharp.
VIRGO (August 23 - September 22): Your
sexual impulsiveness, contrary to your reputation, is our little secret - until now, at least. Have your
fun, but remember to be careful. You’re particularly sus-
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Q Puzzle
“Out of the Drag Queen’s Closet”
Fun | Crosswords
By GayCalgary.com Magazine Staff
A crossword featuring possible items of
clothing worn by drag queens.
Across
1 Guitar motifs from Etheridge
6 Clumsy come-on
10 Charles of Threesome
14 Gay porn director Francis
15 Uncommon, to Caligula
16 Photographer Catherine
17 What Vampires suck
18 Alternative to “Go straight”
19 Part of Caesar’s boast
20 What a drag queen wears to go fishing?
23 Outing in Africa
26 Educational level of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tales
27 Get hard
28 Coming attractions?
30 Filmmaker Kenneth’s family
32 One with a sharp butt
33 Many, many moons
36 Stats from A League of Their Own
37 What a drag queen wears to the gym?
40 Billy Elliot portrayer Jamie
42 Jeffrey won one
43 Chicken hawk’s pad?
47 Feel rancor about
49 Senator with a bear?
51 Cause of Venus envy?
52 Aida solo
55 Throw out of a bar
56 What a drag queen wears to stuff a turkey?
59 Sometime Capote associate Chaplin
60 Supporter of Julia Morgan?
61 “Do-Re-Mi” subject
65 Cut glass
66 Ziegfeld Follies costume designer
67 First name in talk
68 “A Boy Named Sue” writer Silverstein
69 A Brit soldier may shoot it off
70 Terminal Bar playwright Paul
Down
1 Gone with the Wind extra
2 Will descriptor
3 Alice waitress
4 “Criminal” singer
5 Commemorations at Beth Chayim Chadashim
6 They’re performing, in Fame
7 Like Beard’s cuisine
8 Swashbuckling Flynn
9 Man of La ___ _
10 Rock’s Bon ___
11 Where to go with your first mate
12 Boy George and the Indigo Girls
13 A dick investigates them
21 Nile Rodgers’ “Good ___”
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Ralph of Glenn Burke’s sport
Spill one’s seed
Constellation over Rio
3-pointers to Kopay
Gay nightlife district of London
Arthur, to Tabitha
Result of excessive circumcision
Swallow alternative
Bones below elbows
Bannon’s Brinker
Make arrangements for a gay wedding, e.g.
Linda Villarosa’s magazine, once
One to Ulrichs
Premature ejaculation meas.
Poet who inspired _Cats_, initially
Changes a decorator’s work
“Two ___” (Frankie Goes to Hollywood hit)
Uses a divining rod
Not potent
A marble player may shoot it off
Comedian from Siberry’s homeland
They were under Hoover
“I Could Have Danced ___ Night”
Non-Judy garland
C. Marlowe’s tongue“
answer key is on page 8
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Awards and Results from 2004
Survey | 2004
By Rob Diaz-Marino
At long last, the much awaited results from
the reader’s choice survey we conducted this
January. As we mentioned in the Publisher’s
Column last month, we had a phenomenal
turnout. The majority of the surveys came
in through our ballot boxes, which left us the
long and arduous task of data entry.
As of this issue, we’re starting to act on some of the
results and comments we received. By popular demand, we’re now including Astrology, Comics, Crossword
puzzles, and Male Porn Reviews. Due to the substantial
number of female readers, we’re going to be pushing to
have a little more lesbian content – don’t worry guys,
there will still be plenty for you!
We had a couple of good chuckles at people who did a
creative job filling out the survey. One woman nominated
herself as the sexiest clientele at the Verge. A few others
weren’t shy to admit that they accessed the Internet by
“stealing” their building’s wireless signal. As for lesbian
porn reviews…no offense, but I’m certainly not doing it!!
Baby steps ladies, let’s get an established lesbian writer
first. As for going glossy – it’s a novel but expensive idea
that we’re not quite ready for.
Plaques will be awarded to the establishments, organizations, and people that our readers chose as their
favorites during 2004. Congratulations to the winners
and runners up!
So without further adieu, here are some of our results:
Gender:
Male
Female
Trans-Identified
68.5%
30%
1.5%
Sexual Orientation:
Bisexual
Openly Gay
Semi-Closeted Gay
Straight
9.5%
75%
11.5%
4%
Relationship:
Single
Casual
Monogamous
Open
Widowed
48%
16%
30%
5.5%
0.5%
Reader Choice Awards for the year of 2004:
Which Club/Bar would you say has the friendliest staff?
Backlot
Twisted Element
Verge
15.9%
14.4%
13.4%
- First Place
- Second Place
- Third Place
Which Club/Bar would you say was the best place to go for
Happy Hour?
Backlot
Verge
Twisted Element
23.4%
11.9%
8.5%
- First Place
- Second Place
- Third Place
Best place to watch a Drag Show?
Submission Methods:
Ballot Boxes
The Verge
Twisted Element
The Backlot
Indulge
Texas Lounge
Detour
Solar Café
Calgary Eagle
Money-Pennies
Metro Boyztown
The Rekroom
Online
Mail
1%
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68%
19.5%
8%
7%
7%
6.5%
6%
4.5%
4%
3.5%
1.5%
0.5%
31%
Detour
Metro Boyztown
Twisted Element
38.8%
17.9%
12.4%
Best place to go for Karaoke?
Verge
16.9%
Money-Pennies
15.4%
Rekroom
15.4%
Texas Lounge
10%
- First Place
- Second Place
- Third Place
-
First Place
Second Place TIE
Second Place TIE
Third Place
Sexiest Clientele?
Twisted Element
Detour
Indulge
27.9%
12.4%
11.4%
- First Place
- Second Place
- Third Place
Sexiest Staff?
Twisted Element
Verge
Detour
Indulge
22.4%
11.4%
11.4%
10.4%
-
First Place
Second Place TIE
Second Place TIE
Third Place
16.9%
14.4%
13.9%
- First Place
- Second Place
- Third Place
29.4%
11.9%
10.9%
- First Place
- Second Place
- Third Place
14.4%
7.5%
6.5%
- First Place
- Second Place
- Third Place
DJ Krazay Steve, Twisted 33.8%
DJ Ward, Detour
16.4%
DJ Stare, Metro Boyztown 12.9%
- First Place
- Second Place
- Third Place
Best place to shoot pool?
The Rekroom
Calgary Eagle
Metro Boyztown
Best Over All Club/Bar?
Twisted Element
Metro Boyztown
Detour
Favorite Bartender?
Rhea, Verge
Daphne, Indulge
Allan, Texas Lounge
Favorite DJ?
Favorite House Queen?
Izora Jackson Jones, Metro
Selma Body, Detour/Arena
Nina Tron, Twisted Element
21.9%
20.9%
19.4%
- First Place
- Second Place
- Third Place
All-Time Favorite Calgary Drag Queen/Female Persona?
Carly York Jones
Selma Body
Bianca La Bouche
12.4%
9%
8.5%
- First Place
- Second Place
- Third Place
All-Time Favorite Calgary Drag King/Male Persona?
Bruce Lee
Marty Mojo Stevens
Dion Boink
27.9%
10.9%
7%
- First Place
- Second Place
- Third Place
Non Bar/Club event of 2004 in the Calgary Gay Community?
ARGRA CRIR Rodeo
Pride Calgary Pride Week
Calgary Cares
Fairy Tales Film Festival
Apollo Western Cup
20.4%
20.4%
10%
10%
8%
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First Place TIE
First Place TIE
Second Place TIE
Second Place TIE
Third Place
Please note that the Gay Community in Calgary has
changed over the past 6 months, so information listed
from 2004 may not apply to this year.
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Adult Film Reviews
By Benjamin Hawkcliff
Review | Adult Male
It’s been a lot of begging and pleading, but
I’ve finally been given the chance to write for
GayCalgary.com magazine. What’s my assignment? Well, it’s reviewing the hottest releases
in adult film from some of Calgary’s best
places to procure such materials. It’s a hard
job but somebody’s got to do it.
That’s the last bad joke, I promise. This is a classy
magazine after all.
Some of the best movies come out of Europe, especially
Russian porn. I don’t know what they put in the water
over there, but if Kristian Bjorn’s Hangar, available at
Adult Depot, is any indication, perhaps I need to plan a
trip. Amidst a plot about criminals trying to crack bank
codes to steal money, police officers “infiltrate” their ranks
to bust them in some of the hottest action I have seen in
a long time – my DVD player and I both needed a smoke
afterward. It clocks in at 150 minutes, which is a long
time by porn standards, but the scenes are amazing. Apparently in Russia, people don’t have sex in any less than
three’s… another reason to book a flight. Yes, you will
have to read to get the plot developments, but at least the
scenes make sense as opposed to “Ding-dong, here’s your
pizza, oh where did our clothes go?”
You definitely want to head down to Adult Depot and
pick up this flick – hot guys, a story, and did I mention hot guys? For something a little different, check out
GayCalgary.com’s other April selections – Marc’s Orgy
Afternoon from Marcbrodey.com for those who like their
porn stars young (and Canadian! It’s filmed in Toronto).
And then there’s Squirt from Sweatshop Video – while sex
in front of a Christmas tree may seem wrong, this is an
interesting dynamic featuring guys under 5’8” coming out
on top of the 6’+ boys.
Vivid Video is the feature company from the Adult
Source selections for April. Pure is the story of young
lust, as three guys reminisce about some of their early
sexual experiences. This reminiscing of course gets them
excited, and each performer gives us a sneak peak with
a solo performance before letting the camera’s see what
got them so hot and bothered. All together it is six scenes
with some good looking guys getting it on, including an
especially interesting scene in a gym – somehow watching sex while wearing big red boxing gloves, to me, is
comparable to wearing clown shoes. Maybe that is a new
fetish I need to figure out…or not. Regardless, Pure is
simply sex weaved together with a thin plot – but in some
cases (ok most) you don’t care about plot. This month’s
other GayCalgary.com Adult Source selections are Dax – a
steamy story on hustling for rent, food, or just because
you’re horny – and Insert Name Hear something a little
wilder and edgy than the standard x-rated fare.
I am exhausted… and you can probably imagine why!
It’s off to rest and let you guys check these films out on
your own. Don’t worry, I wiped them off before returning
them! Oh, and if you’re still not sure, you can see teasers
for these pornos on select GayCalgary.com TV ads and
terminals, intertwined with all those photos and community events.
Adult Depot
140, 58th Ave SW - (403) 258-2777
524A 6th Ave SE – (403) 264-7399
Adult Source
10210 Macleod Trail S – (403) 271-7848
1536 16th Ave NW – (403) 289-4203
2770 32nd Ave NE – (403) 250-8225
1127 17th Ave SW – (403) 244-6537
4310 17th Ave SE – (403) 273-2701
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Treasure, Apartheid and Genius
ATP Launches 2004/2005 Season
By Jason Clevett
Live theatre is about performance, and what
better way to announce the upcoming season
than with a cloud of fog and the tremendously
talented Christopher Hunt MCing “The Martha Awards?” This was the case as ATP recently invited subscribers, donors, sponsors,
volunteers and community supporters to a
tongue-in-cheek “awards gala.”
The constant nomination of “Andrew Lloyd Webber’s
Cats” for the gold cat statues was an ongoing joke during
the cleverly disguised announcement of an a-list series
of plays, book-ended by two tales of artistic genius. From
September 20th – October 8th the season will kick off
with Amadeus, the story of fiendishly talented Wolfgang
Amadeus Mozart in eighteenth century Austria, and ends
with Vincent in Brixton, the story of Vincent Van Gogh,
from May 2nd – 20th.
From October 18 to November 5, one talented actress
takes patrons through 23 characters and draws you into
an extraordinary world. From her perch in the fragrant
Syringa Tree, Lizzie Grace bears a child’s clear-eyed witness to the beauty and brutality of South Africa during
apartheid in “The Syringia Tree.” From there, ATP continues on the success of this season’s Pinocchio by teaming
with Quest Theatre for an adaptation of Treasure Island,
showing from November 26 to December 28.
The 20th annual Enbridge playRites Festival of New
Plays promises to once again highlight some of Canada’s
best upcoming playwrights. Already scheduled are Hippies
and Bolsheviks by Amiel Gladstone, Picking up Chekhov
by Mansel Robinson and The Blue Light by Mieko Ouchi .
More shows will be announced in the future
Finally, Sarah Rhul’s The Clean House runs March 28
– April 15th. “A place for everything and everything in its
place” is what Lane expects from her well-ordered life in
her clean house. But for her housekeeper, Mathilde, life is
anything but neat as grief over her parents’ deaths overwhelms her daily routine. Order is temporarily restored
when Lane’s sister Virginia strikes a deal with Mathilde
to keep herself busy with the housework. From chaos
springs unexpected feelings, friendships and a strange
sort of magic that transforms their sterile environment
into a world of passion and enchantment.
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Preview | Theatre
While there is a great deal of excitement about next
season, ATP still has two stellar pieces left in this season. Marion Bridge runs until April 16th and is the story
of Black sheep of the family, Agnes, who returns from
Toronto to her hometown of Sydney, Nova Scotia to help
nurse her terminally ill mother. But family can bring out
the worst in people – despite their best efforts to behave
like grown-ups! Much to her sisters’ discomfort, her presence loosens the lid on some closely guarded secrets.
Agnes’ return reawakens yearnings and feelings she and
her sisters have spent a lifetime trying to forget. Three
women blunder comically and clumsily through forgiveness and understanding towards a true acceptance of
each other. The 2003/2004 season will conclude with 2
Pianos, 4 Hands from May 3rd to 21st. The show is a musical extravaganza about the pleasures and torments of a
passion for music. The story interweaves music by artists
from Mozart to Tom Waits with warm, comic memories of
a youth spent over the keys of a piano. In their quest for
perfection, two young prodigies encounter the eccentricities of oddball teachers, the love-hate relationship at practice, and the pressure of piano exams, before finally facing
the terror of the limits of their own ambition and talent.
Part virtuoso piano recital, part warmhearted comedy,
2 Pianos, 4 Hands will strike a chord with anyone who’s
ever tinkled the keys of a piano or dreamed of performing
on stage.
2003/2004 was a stellar season for one of Calgary’s
best theatre companies, blending comedy, drama, entertainment and music. From next year’s stacked line-up, it
looks like more great moments are to come. Season’s tickets for next year as well as tickets to this season’s final
two performances are available at the box office.
Alberta Theatre Projects
Epcor Centre for Performing Arts
215 8 Avenue SE
(403) 294-7402
www.atplive.com
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Kim Fontaine
Morning Pages
Review | Music
By Rob Diaz-Marino
Last month we had the pleasure of going to
see singer/song writer Kim Fontaine perform
some of the songs from her latest CD, “Morning Pages”, live at the Verge. Kim has such a
rich and soothing voice that her music is easy
on the ears, while her lyrics are simple, sincere, and touching. She plays guitar lead for
her songs, with accompanying instruments
and percussion by Dave Taylor, Lou Fontaine,
and many others.
According to the website (www.kimfontaine.ca), “Morning Pages” was inspired by a daily writing exercise devised
by Julia Cameron, author of “The Artist’s Way”.
“The purpose behind [it] is to perform a daily writing
ritual with anything that comes to mind. It’s a way of
making us shut down our internal editors to allow the
first thing that pops into our heads be committed to paper
…it’s simply about releasing those thoughts that secretly
dance around in our hearts. … It gives us an opportunity
to get to know ourselves - our fears, our frustrations, our
desires and our dreams.”
It’s difficult not to get caught up in the earnestness and
beauty of her songs. Indeed Kim opens up her heart and
lays out her bare emotions; her self-confidence in “This
Night”, her depression and sorrow in “Forgive Me”, her
need for affection in “Tenderness”, her anger and bitterness in “Don’t Feel Sorry for Me”, her process of healing in
“Feel Good Today”, and even a glimpse into hear naughty
side in the catchy “Naked”.
The latter was a particular favorite of mine – I had only
heard it once when she had played it live, but I instantly
remembered it and could practically sing along when I
heard it on the CD for the first time nearly a month later.
In fact, I’d say most if not all of the tracks have a high
“sing-along-ability” value – at least, they’ve certainly got
me going!
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Kim Fontaine
www.kimfontaine.ca
You can pick up a copy of “Morning Pages” at the following locations in Calgary:
Megatunes
932 17th Ave SW
Tel: (403) 229-3022
Ironwood Grill
1429 9 Ave. S.E.
Tel: (403) 269-3031
Coronation 29
Emperor and Empress step down after successful year
By Jason Clevett
This year’s Coronation, happening on April
15th at the Days Inn on Macleod Trail, marks
the end of one of the most successful years of
fundraising in recent court history. Under the
Guidance of Emperor XXVIII Alexander Star
DeKnight and Empress XXVIII Erica Devine,
the court put in a lot of hard work – and it
sure paid off!
“It was in part due to combining with Mz. Rhonda’s toy
drive, which was her most successful year as well. That
helped, in addition to shooter bars, the shows at Solar
Café, Metro Boyztown and Twisted Element, BBQ’s at the
Backlot and Money Pennies, dinners and pool tournaments at the Eagle – it was a combination of getting the
community out and different ways of fundraising. It made
for quite the year,” Devine told GayCalgary.com.
“It was a lot of hard work and commitment. You can’t
raise a lot of money without a lot of events. It was a pretty
steady paced year, not a lot of time to relax if we weren’t
away, we were doing events a couple of times a week every
week for the entire year. Court events tend to happen
more on the weekend. We run full throttle from coronation
to step down,” added DeKnight.
It takes a great deal of effort and sacrifice when elected
to the role. DeKnight described it as taking on a second
job while Devine talked about what it takes, clearing up
some misconceptions.
“We do have a handbook of things we take care of
and do in the community, for example we must host a
minimum of six functions each and travel four times as
goodwill ambassadors. I did eight, Alexander did four himself. It is also [about] being there, listening and interacting
with the community. It is hard to get activities going in
every bar. Some have the misconception that the money
raised is used for wigs, makeup and hair but nothing
could be further from the truth. I have paid for my travel
myself, and put a lot of money into it myself. The money
[we raise] is going to charity.”
Community | Spotlight
Francisco trip was a big highlight because it was the 40th
anniversary of the whole court system. That was quite
the extravaganza and party.”
The Coronation is a chance to celebrate those whose
efforts have paid off. In addition to the Emperor and
Empress, stepping down with them will be Prince Papa
Johnwolf and Princess Dyna Mite, Duke Sir Wayne and
Duchess BB Edwards and entertainer of the year Kim
Wood.
“It is a celebration of our year. Dinner is included and
we have a number of production numbers and events
from businesses, as well as every court in Canada will
be in attendance, [with] guests from the US. That night
we will crown a new Emperor and Empress. This year’s
theme is “From Broadway to the Big Screen: A celebration of theatre and song.” We are encouraging people to do
Broadway or Soundtrack numbers and have fun with it,”
she said.
Both monarchs wanted to extend their thanks to all of
those that helped make 2004/2005 a great year.
“We would like to thank all the different bars and businesses and the community support, and hope they will
come out and celebrate.”
Coronation XXIX
Days Inn Macleod Trail
Tickets $25 in advance $30 at the Door
Available The Backlot, Boyztown and Solar Café
http://www.iscca.ca
The travel, while out of pocket, is one of the highlights.
“I did a lot more traveling this year, on 8 trips to places
like Alaska, Portland, Montana, San Francisco, Vancouver, Surrey, Edmonton, and Winnipeg. Alexander went
to Halifax, Edmonton, Vancouver, and Regina. The San
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Mixed Media Motion
Bringing the Party to Calgary
By Jason Clevett
Community | Spotlight
While Saskatoon, Saskatchewan may not
strike many as a “party town”, the small
prairie city was where the recently relocated
Mixed Media Motion first came into existence.
When founder Robbie Picard recently moved
to Calgary, he saw new opportunities to bring
unique events to our city.
“I originally worked for the bar DIVAS in Saskatoon and
then joined a group called Plastic Puppet Motive (PPM)
[which] would throw raves. You couldn’t throw a circuit
party because the gay scene wasn’t big enough, so we
would throw these raves. We won awards for the events
we put on and had the top headliners in the world come
and play for us. The main people involved in PPM left and
I started Mixed Media Motion, and started doing various
events at clubs in Saskatoon.”
After leaving the promotion business and managing a
straight bar in the city, Picard moved to Calgary a few
months ago and immediately jumped back into promoting.
“I’ve started MMM up again with a focus on gay circuit
events. I have been very fortunate to be involved with the
people at Metro Boyztown and we have started a student’s
night in association with GLASS, which is doing very well.
That has started taking care of itself so now I am focusing
on a circuit event called ’Babylon,’ which will run May 7th
at Metro Boyztown. We are bringing in DJ Dekoze who is
Canada’s top gay circuit pride DJ, he headlined pride in
Toronto and was one of the founders of PPM. We are going
to encompass various elements to make it a party like
Calgary has never seen.”
To many people, the rave scene is believed to be filled
with drugs and violence. This is something that Picard
feels is in the past, and he also highlighted the differences
between a rave and a circuit party.
“A circuit event is better than a rave because you have
older gay men. Gay men aren’t violent and are more responsible than many kids that attend raves. Raves were
phenomenal, you would have different types and classes
of people, and it was the only place other than a gay bar
that I have seen so many different aspects of society. I
think drug dealers saw that and took advantage of the
young people. It was too good to be true because you
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could be free without consequences and that killed the
scene. I liked raves but I like circuit parties more. I am
excited to be in a city that will support what I want to do.”
Metro Boyztown has also made a number of changes
recently, including its “Fever” events and will soon be
offering memberships to women. He feels that Calgary’s
gay scene is lacking something and hopes to help light a
spark.
“We have changed a lot of the policies at Metro
Boyztown. I am for gays and lesbians and diversity, whatever happened in the past I have no control over so I am
going to do the best I can. When I first came to Calgary
I was really disappointed with what I found here, there
wasn’t an energy level. The scene in Saskatoon, if we
had more of a population would be better. There is more
energy, less politics, and the community was closer. In
Toronto, it is so big that you can do anything you want
and have a crowd. Calgary is in between those two cities;
people are still trying to find their niche. My goal is to take
everybody from every scene, old or young, and provide
a great party for them to enjoy and experience. It is less
about ‘I’m a leather’ or ‘I’m a twink’ and instead about
just bringing people together.”
Picard is focusing on the upcoming “Babylon” event and
promises that it will be something new and exciting.
“Babylon is going to be a party the likes of which Calgary has never seen before. Stay tuned, because it will
blow you away.”
Mixed Media Motion is looking for performers, artists,
and go-go dancers. For more information on MMM events
call 697-1067.
Mixed Media Motion
(403) 697-1067
http://www.mixedmediamotion.ca
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Fundraisers in Calgary
Calgary Eagle - Straight to Diva
Photos by Steve Polyak of GayCalgary.com Magazine
ISCCA - Wild Court Wednesday’s at Twisted
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ISCCA Saturday at the
Solar Cafe
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Fairy Tales Fundraiser
at Detour/Arena
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European inspiration sets the style for the new season
Springfield Presents its Spring-Summer 05 Collection
Review | Fashion
By Fred Amen
Madrid, November 23, 2004 - Springfield
presents its collection for the upcoming
spring-summer. In it you can notice the importance of color, graphics and a youthful attitude, all surrounded by a very European air.
There are two lines in the collection: a CASUAL one in
which the taste for being free-and-easy and relaxed is emphasized, and a SPORT one in which the taste for the cool
and dynamic is dominant. Within this last one a minicollection of garments and accessories inspired by Beach
and Surf has been created, with strong colors, along with
a small group in soft shades.
Color
All of the collection is very colorful. For the Casual line,
a softer palette has been chosen; in it is the denim and
the soft shades of blue, with shades of tanned and stone
color as a base for yellow, orange, green and earth colors.
For the Sport line, the shades are much more vibrant, and
an intense red is added to obtain that atmosphere.
We may emphasize the novelty of the very colorful madras shirts. And more into the summer, combinations of
intense colors and white are suggested, which creates a
very peculiar effect.
Graphics
In most of the garments you can find graphic motifs
that adorn, decorate and characterize the whole collection. The graphics have different and distinct inspirations:
Collage, Roud and Beach, but always with a very European touch.
Attitude
Casual or Sport, relaxed or dynamic, the clothing always reflects the young and “careless” character, using
washed and “scarcely ironed” garments.
Especially noteworthy is the fashion of “wearing layers”
with different garments on top of each other, and “rolled
up”; thus better showing the superimposing of the layers,
and creating an impressive color effect.
Springfield is the chain with greatest expansion of
Grupo Cortefiel, that in just a few years has positioned
itself as an international fashion brand directed to the ur-
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ban young man, with over 482 stores in over 35 countries.
All of this makes an entire lifestyle out of a brand, the garments, and the stores.
Brand
Springfield’s designers work to create contemporary,
urban and comfortable garments.
To win its own personality, the “Springfield style”, the
company has a complete range of products to satisfy all
the necessities in dressing without leaving the young and
fun style that marks all of its collections. Every product
reflects a new lifestyle.
Springfield makes two big seasons every year: Spring/
Summer and Autumn/Winter, with several different lines
every season. All of it is under strict quality criteria, one
of the most solid commitments acquired by Springfield;
Quality in the finishing, as each article is examined in
detail, and quality in the fabrics, as the team of designers
travel all over the world in search of the best raw materials.
The result is a line of garments that, in consonance
with the latest fashion trends, offer the possibility to any
youth to find their own style at an affordable price.
The Bay Downtown
200 8th Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta
(403) 262-0345
See ad on page 21
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Queer Eye - for the Calgary guy (or gal)
Events that happened around Calgary
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RPO, Calgary, Alberta, T2K 6J8
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