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2009.
Gone, but not forgotten.
Can you believe 2009 is coming to an end?
Where has the time gone? It’s been a rollercoaster year. We’ve lost a lot, learned a lot
and we’ve all grown together.
This year was bittersweet for us at ION. Our
friend and part time contributor, Victor Martin,
lost his battle with HIV/AIDS. He wasn’t the
first friend we lost and, sadly, he probably
won’t be the last. No matter how bad things
got, however, Victor always had a smile
and his unique laugh. On the bright side, in
2010, ION will be working closely with the
Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS. Our goal is
to help educate our community how to live a
full, successful and healthy life with HIV and
AIDS. There are great programs and support
groups available at the Southwest Center.
We’ve also just renewed our commitment for
2010 with Project Hard Hat. This non-profit
organization is responsible for providing the
Gay community with FREE condoms. Look
for the yellow hard hat for your free condoms
at bars statewide. A complete list of locations
is listed on the ION Bar Guide on page 70. If
you play, play safe.
There are other sports many of us play
outside the bedroom. This year ION Arizona
formed two volleyball teams: The ION Party
Penguins, our fun, recreational team, and
the ION Knights, our more competitive team.
Participating in sports breeds friendships,
unity and growth.
We’re very excited to announce that we have
partnered with the Phoenix Hellraisers flag
football team to be the official local media
sponsor of the national Gay Bowl X coming
to Phoenix in October 2010. This event will
host over 2,000 athletes in Phoenix for the
first time.
This month we’ve produced our biggest Holiday Entertainment Guide ever. There’s so
much going on in and out of the clubs. We’ve
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added holiday shows, concerts, highlighted
local restaurants as well as all ION’s advertising bars’ and nightclubs’ special events.
So celebrate the holidays, your friends and
our great community this holiday season with
some help from your friends at ION Arizona.
I’d like to take this opportunity to thank Detective Tambra Williams, a special friend and
a tireless community leader, as she “steps
down” as the GLBT community’s liaison at
the Phoenix Police Department. Tambra has
worked tirelessly encouraging people and
organizations to work together. I’m sure we’ll
continue to see Tambra work for our common goal of equality and togetherness within
the Phoenix Police Department.
This year we began sponsoring monthly
contests to win great prizes. Already we have
given away Wizard of Oz, 17 Again, Rhoda
and Designing Women DVDs and box sets,
tickets to Cirque du Soleil, as well as the
book Queers in History. This month we are
giving away five two-disc 70th Anniversary
edition DVDs of the newly restored classic Gone with the Wind, and tickets to see
“American Stars in Concert” featuring finalists from the hit TV show American Idol at
the Mesa Art Theatre. To enter these exciting
contests, be sure to check out every issue
of ION, go to our website or sign up for our
weekly e-mail blasts.
Now 2010 is coming. It’s the end of a decade. What are your goals and resolutions
for the New Year? What are you going to do
to improve yourself, your friendships, your
community? It all starts with you. Make the
best of it.
From all of us here at ION Arizona, have a
fun, safe holiday season and a Happy
New Year!
Jack M. Tesorero
Publisher
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AMSTERDAM BAR
KIKI’S 4TH ANNIVERSARY
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Hamburger
Mary’s Reunion
Remember the delicious, hot food and the
prompt, attentive service our Hamburger
Mary’s was always so famous for? Well,
weep no more, Marys! At last, you can relive
all those great memories – if not the fabulous
“Buffy the Vampire Slayer Burger” – at the
1st Annual Hamburger Mary’s Reunion at The
Rock! It all happens on Friday, December 12.
We’ll see you at 4129 N. 7th Ave. Phone: 602248-8559
1in10 Talent Show
Time to practice the saxophone, tap dancing, or your
ventriloquist act! It’s the 1in10 Festivus Fantasticus Talent Show Competition! It all takes place on Thursday,
December 17 from 6-9 p.m. at the Community Church
of Hope. Judges include Barbra Seville, Afeelya Bunz
and Neveah. Rumor has it Miley Cyrus was discovered
here. Seriously. 4121 N. 7th Ave. Phone: 602-475-7456
Mustache Ride
Hop on for a ride you’ll never forget! Come to icepics
videobar the first Tuesday of every month for a hella
good time starting January 5. There’s hot go-go boys,
two DJs spinning the hottest music from NYC, socialite
whores, cheap drinks, no cover and more. The only
thing missing is a razor and shaving cream. 3108
E. McDowell Rd. Phone: 602-267-8707. Beards or
cleanshaven. It’s all good.
Holiday Events Everywhere!
“Ding-dong, merrily on high!” You’ll be hearing jingle bells – in addition to Lady
Gaga – all season long! Your favorite bars, and nightclubs are all having lots
of special parties and events this Holiday Season, with celebrity appearances,
giveaways, specials and much more! Check out your favorite hotspot’s ad and
see what’s going on or flip to our handy dandy Holiday Countdown on page 70.
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DECEMBER 2009 ION EVENTS LISTINGS
DATE EVENT & LOCATION
CITY
Check out bar and nightclub ads in this issue for daily & weekly specials!
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Vaquero Fridays every Fri. at Karamba
Phoenix
11&18 Solstice Winter Fantasy at Cherry Lounge
Phoenix
11 & 12 Stripper Pole Olympics at Dick’s & Dick’s II
Phoenix
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manads.com party at Woody’s
Tucson
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Hamburger Mary’s Reunion at The Rock
Phoenix
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AGRA 25th Annversary Party at Charlie’s
Phoenix
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Imperial Sovereign Court Show at Charlie’s
Phoenix
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Thalia CD Release Party at Karamba
Phoenix
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1in10 Talent Show at Church of Hope
Phoenix
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Johnny McGovern at Forbidden
Scottsdale
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Nightmare Before Xmas at BS West
Scottsdale
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Black Party at Karamba
Phoenix
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Miss Coco Peru at Forbidden
Scottsdale
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GLOW Party at Forbidden
Scottsdale
JANUARY
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Mustache Ride at icepics
Phoenix
Spirit
of the Season
Join the suave, debonair and heartbreakingly handsome Jeffrey Hattrick for an evening of holiday music and seasonal warmth
performed only the way Jeffrey and accompanist Nicole Pesce can.
Ring in the holidays with them on Monday, December 14 at the Herberger
Theater, 222 E. Monroe St. 602-252-8497 or catch them at the Ritz-Carlton for
Yuletide Tea 602-468-0700
American Stars in Concert
Four of the top ten finalists from the phenomenally popular
TV show American Idol take the stage at Mesa Arts Center
Ikeda Theater on Saturday, December 12 for an intimate
evening of holiday music, featuring the Valley’s very own AI
finalist, David Hernandez. 1 E. Main St. in downtown Mesa.
Tix: 480-644-6500 or MesaArtsCenter.com. Sorry, no crazy
Paula Abdul.
Tamale Festival
It ain’t Taco Bell, chicos! Join in this unique tradition brought to
us from our friendly neighbors south of the Border. Handmade
tamales from around the Valley will be available at the Cesar
Chavez Plaza just in time for the holidays on December 12
& 13. It’s the love that makes them taste so good. You’ll also
find Latin-American arts & crafts and entertainment. 201W.
Washington. St. Phoenix. Info: 602-279-4669
Zoo Lights
“Silent Night ... ” well, except for the blood-curdling screams of the howler monkeys and roaring from the big cat house piercing the winter
air. That what makes ZooLights so special.
Come to the Phoenix Zoo through January
11, 2010 to see this extraordinary display of
lights in the largest privately funded zoo in
America. 455 N. Galvin Pkwy. 602-273-1341
or visit www.PhoenixZoo.org
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Wish Upon A Star - PMMC
Don’t miss the Grand Canyon Performing Arts spectacular
holiday experience with traditional and not-so-traditional favorites that will light up the season for you. Enjoy an evening – or
matinee – of music and song that’ll warm the cockles of your heart
from December 18-20 at the John Paul Theater at Phoenix Community College. 1202 E. Thomas Rd. Tickets at ShowUpTix.com
DECEMBER 2009 ION HOLIDAY EVENTS
DATE
EVENT & LOCATION
CITY
CONTACT
1-30
Yuletide Tea at the Ritz
Phoenix
602-468-0700
3-23
“A Christmas Carol” - Hale Ctr. Theatre
Gilbert
480-497-1181
3-30
Noches de las Luminarias - Des. Bot. Gardens
Phoenix
480-941-1255
4-6
Holiday Pops - Phx. Symphony Hall
Phoenix
602-495-1999
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Electric Light Parade
Phoenix
N/A
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GPGLCC Festival of Trees - Sdale Hilton
Scottsdale
602-266-5055
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra - Jobing.com Arena
Glendale
800-745-3000
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Kenny Thomas - Radisson Hotel
Phoenix
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Chandler Parade of Lights
Chandler4
80-782-2735
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Neil Diamond Christmas - B’way Palm Theatre
Mesa
480-325-6700
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Sara Evans - Mesa Arts Ctr.
Mesa
480-644-6500
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Christmas Carol w/ Cantemus - Trinity Cath.
Phoenix
602-936-9120
11-27
Ballet Arizona - The Nutcracker - Symph. Hall
Phoenix
602-381-1096
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American Stars Concert - Mesa Arts Ctr. Mesa
480-644-6500
12-20
Orpheus Male Chorus Holiday Concert
orpheus.org
12-24
Actor’s Theatre “A Christmas Carol”
Phoenix
602-252-8497
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Christmas Mariachi Festival - US Airways
Phoenix
800-745-3000
12-13
Tamale Festival - Cesar Chavez Plaza
Phoenix
602-279-4669
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Tempe Town Lake Boat Parade
Tempe
480-921-2300
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Collin Raye Christmas - Celebrity Theatre
Phoenix
602-267-1600
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Jeffrey Hattrick - Herberger
Phoenix
602-252-8497
14-18
Lunch Time Theatre: B’way Holidays-Herberger
Phoenix
602-252-8497
16-20
Handel’s Messiah by Candlelight
Valleywide
602-495-1999
17-19
Holiday Traditions: Phx Boys Choir
Valleywide
602-264-5328
17-20
Shirley Jones Christmas Show - Wild Horse
Chandler
800-WIN-GILA
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Alice Cooper’s Christmas Pudding - Dodge Theatre
602-379-2888
18-20
Wish Upon A Star: Phx. Men’s Choir - Phx. College showuptix.com
18-22
Home for the Holidays: Phx Chorale
Valleywide
602-253-2224
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John Doan’s Victorian Christmas-Kerr Ctr.
Scottsdale
866-448-7849
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Winter Solstice - Irish Cultural Ctr.
Phoenix
602-258-0109
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Moscow Ballet’s Russian Nutcracker - Dodge Theatre
602-379-2888
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Smooth Jazz Christmas - Mesa Arts Center
Mesa
480-644-6500
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New Year’s Eve - Phoenix Symphony
Phoenix
866-448-7849
thru 31
Cowboy Christmas at Rawhide
Chandler
480-502-5600
thru 31
Christmas Jukebox - Copperstate Theatre
Phoenix
thru 1/11 ZooLights - Phx. Zoo
Phoenix
602-273-1341
thru 1/17 Glendale Glitters
Glendale
623-930-4500
iTheatre’s
Holiday Cabaret
Join in on the festivities with iTheatre Collaborative for their annual Holiday
Cabaret featuring songs of the season with some of the best vocal talent in the
Valley. A holiday favorite for over six years, experience this funny, touching and heartwarming cabaret without any smoke. Herberger Theater Center 222 E. Monroe St. Phoenix.
Get tix at 602-252-8497 or at www.itheatreAZ.org.
Shirley Jones Christmas Show
You loved her on Broadway, movies, and now, TV’s original MILF
— “Shirley Partridge” — is the current First Lady of American Song.
So she says. Come see her perform her special Christmas show at
the new Ovations Showroom at the Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino,
December 17-20, just up the road from Rawhide. 5040 Wild Horse
Pass Blvd., Chandler. 800-WIN-GILA.
Christmas Pudding
Nothing says “Christmas” — or Hanukkah — like
a show from one of rock ‘n’ roll’s baddest of the bad
boys. Gone are the guillotines, electric chairs, and boa constrictors, but his annual Christmas Pudding is a Valley mainstay in
Holiday rocker entertainment. Catch it at the Dodge Theatre: 400
W. Washington St. www.LiveNation.com or call 602-379-2888
CHERRY LOUNGE - TEMPE
DECEMBER 2009 ION CONCERT CALENDAR
DATE ARTIST / EVENT
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6
6
7
10-21
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12
15
17
17-20
18-20
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20
22
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Flo Rida
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
The Fab Four
Less Than Jake
iTheatre’s Holiday Cabaret
American Stars in Concert
Old School Jingle Ball Jam w/ Cameo
Christmas Rocks! w/ Brian Setzer
Eddie Money Accoustic Christmas
Shirley Jones Christmas Show
Wish Upon A Star: Phx Men’s Chorus
Alice Cooper’s Christmas Pudding
Wyndham Hill Winter Solstice
Toby Mac
Dave Koz: Smooth Christmas Jazz
Reverend Horton Heat
Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers
New Year’s Eve w/ Phx. Symphony
LOCATION
Celebrity Theatre
Jobing.com Arena
Celebrity Theatre
Marquee Theatre
Herberger Theater Ctr.
Mesa Arts Center
Celebrity Theatre
Dodge Theatre
Celebrity Theatre
Gila River Casino
Phx College
Dodge Theatre
Scotts. Ctr. for the Arts
US Airways Ctr.
Mesa Arts Center
Marquee Theatre
Celebrity Theatre
Symphony Hall
602-267-1600
602-772-3200
602-267-1600
480-829-0607
602-252-8497
480-644-6500
602-267-1600
602-379-2888
602-267-1600
800-WIN-GILA
showuptix.com
602-379-2888
480-994ARTS
800-745-3000
480-644-6500
480-829-0607
602-267-1600
602-495-1999
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by Jackson David Kelly
[email protected]
Yo, DJ!
What’s New?
Happy Holidays to you all. Crazy to think the
“Teens” are just around the corner. Heck,
I’m still stuck in the 90s! Let’s all hope the
music biz stays strong with its evolution
and continues to bring us great tunes. For
this month, check out new material from
A Iraheta, R Kelly, Thalia, Enya (best of),
30 Seconds to Mars, Snoop, Chris Brown,
Jamie Foxx and a tentative new disc from
Usher as well as …
Chicane
Best Of
Plain and simple
– this is a “must have.”
Chicane’s first hit,
“Saltwater,” featuring
Moya (Enya’s sister)
put him on the map. To
date there hasn’t been
one disappointment.
Now having a collection
of his best is truly a gift for this holiday
season. Tracks of note include “Spirit” with.
Jewel, “Wake Up” with Keane and “Don’t
Give Up” with Bryan Adams. Additionally,
find two of my personal favorites that invoke
great emotion: “Come Tomorrow” and “No
Ordinary Morning.” From start to finish, this is
as perfect as it gets.
Adam Lambert
For Your Entertainment
After hearing the artistic
freedom of Lambert’s
debut, it’s probably a
good thing he didn’t
win American Idol (not
to mention that his CD
cover would’ve never
got the green light).
It’s packed with superstar credit (Red One,
Perry, Kara) and shines brilliantly. Though
the lead single proves safe, it’s on the
haunting “Soaked” and soaring “Broken”
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where he really sounds best in addition to
“Loaded” where he channels a bit of Thom
Yorke. And then there’s “Music Again”,
a track mashed with Queen and Muse.
Overall it’s a great disc and introduction to a
superstar in the making.
Timbaland
Shock Value II
After an initial release
of November 2008, this
project finally sees light.
However, the rumored
collaborations with
Beyoncé, Gwen, Lady
Gaga and Madonna
never make the final
cut. But find comfort
in Timberlake’s heavily urbanized “Carry
Out” as well as the atypical Furtado track
“Morning After Dark.” Furthermore, find 15
other tracks with support from Keri Hilson,
Brandy, Daughtry, Drake and One Republic
as well as the sleek “Undertow” featuring
The Fray. Overall, it’s not as groundbreaking
as his first but considering everyone has
used the Timba express it’s good to see he’s
still creative.
TOP ALBUMS of 2009
Stay tuned for January’s issue and my
top 10 singles of 2009
#1 – Foot of the Mountain - A-ha
#2 – Ellipse - Imogen Heap
#3 – Scars - Basement Jaxx
#4 – Yes - Pet Shop Boys
#5 – City of Black & Blue - Mat Kearney
#6 – Love Save the Empty - Erin McCarley
#7 – It’s Not Me - Lily Allen
#8 – One Love - David Guetta
#9 – Anjulie - Anjulie
#10 – For Your Entertainment - Adam
Lambert
Elements, Fridays at BS West
An all new production show featuring Miss Gay Sin City USofA
Naomi St. James (Water), Miss Gay Arizona USofA Mya McKenzie (Wood), Miss Gay Scottsdale USofA Nevaeh (Fire), 1st
Alternate to Miss Gay Scottsdale USofA Kayla Krawford (Metal)
and Miss Desert Elegance USofA Sallaeh V (Earth). Don’t miss
the hottest new drag show to hit the state of Arizona featuring five
of your favorite female impersonators with their new production, Elements. Come support opening night on Friday December 4th, and see
the show each Friday thereafter.
DECEMBER 2009 ION DRAG LISTINGS
DATE
TIME
First & Third Tues.
10:00p
Second & Fourth Tues. 10:00p
Second & Fourth Wed.
Tuesdays
10:30p
Wednesdays
10:00p
Wednesdays
10:30p
Thursdays
10:30p
Thursdays
9:00p
Thursdays
9:30p
Thursdays
10:30p
Last Friday
10:00p
3rd Thurs.
8:00p
Saturday the 4th
Saturday the 19th
10:00p
Saturdays
10:00p
Saturdays
10:00p
Saturdays
10:00p
Saturdays
9:30p
Saturdays
10:30p
Sundays
8:30p
Sundays
10:30p
First Sunday
8:00p
Second Sunday
8:00p
Last sunday
8:00p
LOCATION
SHOW / PERFORMER(S)
BS West
BS West
Pumphouse II
Karamba
Charlie’s
Karamba
Pumphouse II
Incognito
Amsterdam
Karamba
Cherry Lounge
Forbidden
The Rock
The Rock
The Rock
icepics
Forbidden
Charlie’s
Pumphouse II
Charlie’s
Karamba
Apollo’s
Apollo’s
Apolo’s
Hookers In Hose with Kiki Vermont
Heroine Chic with Mya & Naomi
What a Drag... Pun Intended hosted by Savannah
Susana’s Show
Claudia B. & Company
Diamond Dallas Hosts...
Hot Bodz Male Revue w/ Savannah
Divas After Dark with Dianna K. Shane
Icons Live w/ Mya McKenzie & Kiki Vermont
Susana’s Show
Scandalous w/ Scandalesque
Ruby ‘n’ Friends
Miss Gay Phoenix USofA
Mya McKenzie’s Christmas Show
Diamond Dolls with Mya McKenzie
The Follies Comedy Drag Show
The Barbra Seville Show
Pussy’s Patio Show
Hot Bodz Male Revue w/ Savannah
Pussy LeHoot & Friends
Galilea’s Show
That Time of the Month with Afeelya Bunz
That Time of The Month with Dottie
That Time of the Month with Barbra Seville
To add your drag event, e-mail dates, times, locations & pics to [email protected]
Included events must be 1) Charity Benefit OR 2) Located at an ION Arizona Advertiser
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by Deon Brown
photography by Don Thompson
Although historically denied the chance
to legally marry, Gay men and Lesbians
have always been on the forefront of
creating or redefining what constitutes a
“Family.”
John & Jared
with Ayden
& Taylar-Rae
Nationally, one in three Lesbian couples
and one in five Gay male couples are
raising children as of 2004. Arizona
permits one parent Gay/Lesbian
adoptions and sadly does not allow
Joint or Second-Parent adoption. This
is where one parent already has legal
rights and a second parent is petitioning
for joint rights.
Angela & Tami
with Cameron,
Domenic,
Vincent
& Nicole
Home
For the
Greg & Van
with Antonio
& Alex
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Lesbians and Gay men bring children
into their lives in a number of ways.
Lesbians frequently have one partner
who gives birth to a child – either
through artificial insemination or through
a surrogate father. Gay men can do
virtually the same thing by using a
surrogate to carry a child born from
one partner’s sperm and a donor egg.
These procedures ensure that both
partners are considered legal parents
of their child. As a result, even if they
split, or “divorce,” they both remain legal
parents.
Gay parents are growing more common.
Van Welborn told ION, “Before we
became parents to Antonio and Alex,
we had no idea that there were so many
gay parents in the Valley. We have been
pleasantly surprised, and have had
the opportunity to connect with many
wonderful families. We believe it is
important to show Antonio and Alex that
they are not the only kids in the world
with two dads.”
Being the child of Gay or Lesbian
parents is more than having a
hyphenated last name. It’s about what
every child deserves: being part of a
loving family.
ANGELA & TAMI
Angela Fischer and Tami SchmidtFischer have recently celebrated their
first wedding anniversary. They are the
proud parents of Cameron, age 10,
Dominick, 9, Vincent, 6, and 3-year-old
Nicole.
The joys of parenting are universal
and know no differentiation between
Gay and Straight. Angela and Tami
expressed, “There is so much joy in
watching children grow and discover
how to navigate this complex world. The
fact that we are Lesbians is such a small
part of who we are. As parents our days
are filled with the same types of things
all families contend with: homework,
extracurricular activities, packing
lunches, laundry, et cetera.”
Still, being a two Mommy family has it’s
share of challenges. “The hardest part
is watching the kids struggle with other
kids or families that don’t accept our
family. The greatest benefit to us would
be for society to focus on where we are
similar rather than focusing so much
attention on our differences,” Angela
said.
GREG & VAN
Greg Kinder and his partner Van
Welborn will celebrate 17 years together
in January. Their family is completed
with their sons Antonio, 5, and Alex, 3.
They focused on the positive aspect of
non-traditional parenting. “As adoptive
parents, the most redeeming part of our
parenting experience so far has been to
witness the positive transformation that
occurred as our sons began to move
past their traumatic past, let down their
defenses, and bond with us as their
forever parents.”
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together for six years. They
welcomed two children, Ayden, 4, and
Taylar Rae, age 2, into their loving
home.
“At this point in time our greatest
challenges are not much different
from those faced by most parents,
gay or straight, of three or five-yearolds. Getting them to finish their meals,
sibling rivalry issues, and sticking to the
nightly bedtime schedule are our top
three current challenges.”
JARED & JOHN
“There is so much love between us and
our kids and the most redeeming part
of parenting is simply the love and trust
that is created when you welcome a
child into your life,” said Jared Cranford
and John Fagundes, who have been
“We have a huge support system full of
family and friends that are always there
for us and willing to do anything they can
to help out. We surround ourselves with
positive influences and we have a ton of
love to pass around. When the children
get older and they’re in school and they
have kids and friends asking questions
like, ‘Where is your mom?’ and ‘Why
do you have two dads?’ that will be a
challenge. John and I try so hard to
protect our kids from anything that would
hurt them or make them feel like they
are different in a negative way.”
Gay & Lesbian parents all recommend
that prospective parents are in a good
place – personally, professionally and
financially before you make the decision
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individuals and need ‘me time.’”
To learn more about same-sex partners’
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Familys & Friends of Lesgians and Gays
– www.pflag.org, Google “Rainbow
Fences,” or try The Gay Dads Group on
Yahoo! at groups.yahoo.com/group/TheDads-Group. The Franciscan Renewal
Center, the Lambda Center and the
Community Church of Hope are other
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Dixie’s
Tupperware Party
Burp it! Dixie Longate, the #1 Tupperware Salesperson in the
world brings her riotous, raucous show filled with stories, fun and
helpful food storage solutions to the Mesa Arts Center December
8-13. And did we mention prizes? Yes, Tupperware! This is one show
you don’t want to miss! We’ll see you there at 1 E. Main St., Mesa. 480644-6500
Little House on the Prairie
Put on your best calico dress, sunbonnet and hitch up the buggy,
because Laura Ingalls Wilder, bitchy Nellie Oleson and the gang are
coming to ASU Gammage in an a good ol’ fashioned musical based
on the famous books and TV series with TV’s original
“Half Pint” Melissa Gilbert as Ma. 1200 S. Forest
Ave. Tempe. www.ASUGammage.com Tix: 480965-3434
Annie
When will the sun come out? Tomorrow, silly! That
curly-haired mop-top comes to ASU Gammage along with Daddy
Warbucks, Miss Hannigan and, of course, Sandy! We’ll see you
there! Remember, you’re never fully dressed without a smile!
December 29-January 3, 2010. 1200 S. Forest Ave. Tempe.
www.ASUGammage.com Tix: 480-965-3434
DECEMBER 2009 ION THEATER + STANDUP
DATE
1-27
3-23
4-5
4-19
thru 5
6
thru 6
8-13
8-13
10-21
12-24
thru 19
20
29-1/3/10
30-1/3/10
thru 31
31
31-1/2/10
thru 1/2/10
thru 1/10/10
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EVENT
Sister’s Christmas Catechism
A Christmas Carol
Ken & Brady
Speech and Debate
The LIttle Dog Laughed
Best of the Best Showcase
George is Dead
Dixie’s Tupperware Party
Little House on the Prairie
iTheatre Holiday Cabaret
Actor’s Theatre “A Christmas Carol”
Compleat Works of Shakespeare
A Winter’s Tale
Annie
Ain’t Misbehavin’
Christmas Jukebox
Joel McHale
Louis C.K.
Meet Me in St. Louis B’way
Arsenic & Old Lace
LOCATION
Scotts. Ctr. for the Arts
Hale Theatre Ctr.
Comedy Spot
Stray Cat Theatre
Nearly Naked Theatre
Comedy Spot
Mesa Arts Ctr.
ASU Gammage
Mesa Arts Center
Mesa Arts Center
ASU Gammage
Herberger
Copperstate Dinner Theat.
Dodge Theatre
Tempe Improv
Palms Dinner Theatre
Scotts. Desert Stages
PHONE
480-994-2787
480-497-1181
480-945-4422
480-350-1884
602-254-2151
480-945-4422
602-252-8497
480-644-6500
480-965-3434
602-252-8497
602-252-8497
480-644-6500
480-644-6500
480-965-3434
602-252-8497
602-279-3129
602-379-2888
480-921-9877
480-325-6700
480-483-1664
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by Kimberly M. Ruff
[email protected]
Movie Previews
A Single Man
Avatar
Fashion Designer Tom Ford makes his
directorial debut with A Single Man, the
film adaptation of Tom Isherwood’s
groundbreaking novel heralded as one of
the first major works in the gay liberation
movement. Set in the 60s, the film stars
Colin Firth (Bridget
Jones’ Diary; Pride
and Prejudice)
as George,
a middleaged gay
English
professor
who goes
about
his day
in Los
Angeles
after the
loss of his
long-term
partner. Haunted
by the events that led
to the loss, as well as the confusion of being
a homosexual in America at a time when
homosexuality was kept in the closet, the
film has the same appeal as Revolutionary
Road in which we watch seemingly flawless
characters come apart at the seams. Ford
does a remarkable job capturing both
the imagery and feel of the 60s, taking a
page from the works of French New Wave
directors, Jean Luc Godard and Francois
Truffault with his heavily nuanced scenes.
And, more importantly, for those of you
who watched the BBC Version of Pride
and Prejudice and secretly hoped Mark
Darcy liked the fellows, you get your
wish!
Release Date: 12/11/09
Academy Award Winning Titanic Director
Cameron Crowe finally brings to the
screen his long-awaited science fiction
epic, Avatar. A project he’s been wanting
to do for a long time but has waited for
Hollywood’s special effects departments to
catch up, Avatar tells the story of Jake Sully
(Worthington), a paraplegic ex-Marine
sent to the planet Pandora to establish a
human settlement. Reticent to begin with,
Sully quickly discovers that humankind is the
parasite to Pandora’s host and finds himself
battling alongside the indigenous Nav’I tribe.
Synthesizing live-action performances with
computer-generated effects, Avatar is a epic
achievement and illustrative of the limitless
potential for the future of cinema. It is also,
for you students of psychology, an interesting
study on the “uncanny valley” – the point
at which human-like images (stick figures,
illustrations, clay molds, robots) end up
crossing the mental threshold that allows us
to separate humanoids from human beings,
resulting in a negative appraisal. Among SciFi fans that had the opportunity to see Avatar
at this year’s ComicCon the appraisal was
positive, but I would be curious to hear the
opinions of others.
Release Date:
12/18/09
Starring: Julianne Moore, Colin Firth,
Matthew Goode, Nicholas Hoult
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Starring: Sam Worthington, Sigourney
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by Wes Bergman
[email protected]
DVD Movie Review
Chef’s Special
Starring: Javier Camara, Lola Duenas,
Fernando Tejero, Benjamin Vicuna
Experiments in the kitchen are a mixture of
chemistry and art. You must be sure to mix
two cups of flour, one cup of sugar, and a
teaspoon of salt to a pumpkin bread recipe,
but it’s the artful decision to
bring an extra tablespoon of
cinnamon and a handful
of crushed walnuts that
makes the pumpkin
bread your recipe.
The same can be
said about love;
you may remember
to bring your
special someone
flowers and a card
on the appointed
day as a recipe for
love, but it was your
surprise tickets to see a
shuttle launch at Kennedy Space
Center or the gift-wrapped new novel by their
favorite author that made it your recipe. Yet
anyone who has ever toiled over a pot in
the kitchen of cooking and love knows, not
every decision is artful or successful. Such
is the story behind Chef’s Special (Fuera
de Carta), the directorial debut of Nacho de
Velilla, a Spanish director hailed as the next
Pedro Almodovar. Javier Camara stars as
Maxi, a successful chef who owns his own
restaurant, has a great working relationship
with his employees, and seems to have the
secrets to a successful long-term relationship
on hand. Despite all his good fortune, the
re-emergence of his children from a previous,
unsuccessful marriage and the presence
of a sexy neighbor (Vicuna) leads Maxi to
make some less than artful decisions that
lead him to reevaluate his life. If you enjoy
foreign language films that are not about the
Holocaust or depressing dramas that end in
mass death (like the Holocaust), I strongly
recommend you check out this quirky film.
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Monsters, Inc.
Starring (the voices of): John Goodman,
Billy Crystal, Steve Buscemi,
James Coburn
The city of Monstropolis runs on children’s
screams, so the biggest company, Monsters,
Inc., is responsible for sending their best
scarers to children’s bedrooms at night to
elicit those desperately-needed shrieks
of terror. Sulley (Goodman) and his
partner, Mike Wazowski (Crystal)
are the most successful scarers
on the floor until one day,
they fail to frighten one little
girl. Fearful themselves that
being touched by a child will
contaminate and harm them,
they try desperately to get
her back into her bedroom
each time foiled by her curiosity
and tenacity. When it becomes
evident that there’s more going
on at Monsters, Inc. and the little girl
might actually be in harm’s way, Sulley
and Wazowski work over-time to right their
wrongs and save not just themselves, but
“Boo” from their mistake. Released originally
in 2001, Monsters, Inc.
is now available
on Blu-Ray
just in
time
for the
holiday
season.
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othin’ says lovin’ like something from the oven. And ION advertisers provide
some of the tastiest culinary delights in town. Whether you’re looking for a burger, sandwich,
a full meal, inventive cocktails, or coffee and ice cream, they’ve got you covered. Here’s a
smorgasbord of our samplings from them, and the best reviews from this year.
Acacia Café
What makes Acacia Café so special? It’s warm, friendly, cheerful
atmosphere for starters. Not only that, their wide variety of hot and
cold sandwiches are bangin’ and so are their salads. Don’t forget
breakfast! After all, it is the most important meal of the day.
3701 E. Indian School Rd. - Phoenix 602-956-0908
AcaciaCafe.net
BÒCÁ 7
House of Beef, Fish and some Chicken. Enjoy seven elaborately
prepared and extremely delicious courses in this stylishly elegant
Vietnamese restaurant. If imaginatively prepared Asian cuisine is your
style, you can’t miss.
66 S. Dobson Rd. Suite 133 - Mesa 480-649-6777
BOCA7.com
FEZ
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“We
wish you a FEZzy Christmas and a a FEZzy New Year!” Celebrate
the Holidays in style with lunch, dinner, a late night nosh, fab cocktails
or the best Sunday Brunch in town with family and friends at FEZ.
Remember, they also do catering, parties and they have gift certificates.
Ask about their terrific monthly specials, too!
3815 N. Central Ave. near Clarendon 602-287-8700 FezOnCentral.com
Ticoz Resto-Bar
This top-notch resto-bar, brought to you from those good folks at FEZ
and Switch offers a palate-pleasing selection of Torta Sandwiches,
burgers, salads, tacos, enchiladas and more. The Ticoz House Paella is a
sure-fire hit. Don’t forget to try their signature sangrias and their killer
mojitos. Ask about their monthly specials.
5114 N. 7th St.
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Hanny’s
Two Hippies Beach House
From the creators of AZ88 comes downtown’s newest jewel in the
crown. Hanny’s – once Phoenix’ premiere Art Moderne haberdashery
– is now the place to see and be seen. Upscale and still casual, Hanny’s
has a variety of sandwiches, salads and entrées to choose from before
or after a night at the Dodge, game, symphony or play.
40 N. 1st St. 602-252--2285
Hannys.net
This tiny hut cranks out hundreds of tasty tacos and hot dogs every
day. Best of all, nothing’s over $5. Try out their new Two Hippies
Breakfast Joint on the Melrose Curve and their Pizza .
501 E. Camelback Rd. Phoenix 602-277-0399
Maizie’s
Z-Pizza
Maizie’s warm, contemporary café and birstro features some of the best,
mouth-watering delights we’ve come across along the Central Corridor.
With a thoughtful assortment of salads, sandwiches, customizable
pizzas, and freshly made pasta dishes, you’re bound to discover a treat to
tempt your tastebuds! Creative housemade soups, daily specials, too.
4750 N. Central Ave. 602-274-2828
MaiziesCafe.com
53 W. Thomas Rd. 602-234-3289
Pizza. Probably Nature’s most perfect food. And nobody gives pizza
as much love and attention as Z-Pizza. But don’t stop there: they also
have mouth-watering sandwiches, pasta dishes and salads, too. All
served with the highest quality meats, cheeses and veggies. Catering
and gift certificates available. Head to the Pink Spot for ice cream after!
ZPizza.com
Mi Patio
Family owned and operated, Mi Patio is a local landmark and they’ve
been serving up some of the freshest, most authentic Mexican cuisine
in Phoenix. Experience the traditional fare, or something with a Greek
twist! Soups, salads, and much more! Party trays available.
3347 N. 7th Ave. at Osborn Rd. 602-277-4831
MiPatioAZ.com
SWITCH
This celebrated sandwicherie and much more was one of the charter
businesses on the Metro Light Rail. Tops in ‘wiches, a variety of
creatively prepared – and affordable –entrées along with a full bar.
Check out their “Recession Buster” for only $5.
2603 N. Central Ave. near Virginia 602-264-2295 SwitchofArizona.com
Tuck Shop
Nestled in the heart of the Coronado District you’ll find Tuck Shop.
Proudly serving “neighborhood comfort food” with an East Coast,
Southern and Portuguese influence, their menu changes occasionally,
but you’ll always be satisfied.
2245 N. 12th St. at Oak St. - Phoenix 602-354-2980
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25TH ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND
Photo by Kurtis Scholz
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BEAT-BOXING CHAMP
Idol’s Blake Lewis
Returns for Round 2
by Jeremey Rubin
American Idol alumni and beat-boxing
sensation Blake Lewis returns this
month with his second studio album,
Heartbreak on Vinyl.
We sat down with Lewis to discuss the
album, the meaning behind the first
single from the album, “Sad Song,” and
those pesky gay rumors that just won’t
go away.
Blake
Lewis
ION: Is it true you recently performed
for the First Lady, Michelle Obama?
Blake Lewis: I did, it was amazing! It
was for the Ladies of Congress
Luncheon. 1000 woman and me and
some secret service. I taught the First
Lady how to beat box!
ION: We have to ask your take
on Ellen replacing Paula on this
season’s American Idol.
BL: I was sad to hear that Paula was
leaving. She was the sweetheart of
the show for me and many of the
contestants. But when I heard that Ellen
was coming on I knew the show would
remain a great program. I think Ellen is
hilarious.
ION: Tell us about your new album,
Hearbreak On Vinyl.
BL: Hearbreak On Vinyl is the record I
wanted to make the first time around.
Very edgy, gritty, with hard beats that
make you want to move. It’s a fun
album!
ION: Has Simon [Cowell] given his
support?
BL: I’ve always had Simon’s support. He
has heard the record and loves it.
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ION: What was the inspiration behind
the first single, Sad Song?
BL: Sad Song was a challenge I made
with myself to make an anthem track.
I’ve never written one before and at
the time I was listening to a lot of 80’s
groups like Boys Like Girls and Fall
Out Boy. I had just gotten out of a
relationship with the woman I loved and
this song for the broken hearted just
came out of me.
ION: Can we dispel the gay myth
once and for all? Are you or aren’t
you?
BL: I’m Straight, but I embrace my inner
Gay (laughs). I’m just open and honest.
ION: What do you think started the
gay rumors?
BL: A photoshopped pic of me sitting
on the lap of (Idol contestant) Chris
Richardson circled the internet. That
was the jump off.
ION: If you were gay, who would be
your man crush? Who would you
cozy up next to on the dance floor?
BL: Good question! Probably my stylist,
Ashton Michael. He designs and styles
my clothes and is multi-talented. He
used to be a professional breakdancer
and he owns the floor. Probably would
be fun to learn some more moves from
him. I don’t think I would get cozy, but
we could battle it out.
ION: You’re participating in the
Marriage Equality campaign. Why is
marriage equality important to you?
BL: I have many friends that are Gay
and I don’t think the government should
have the right to say who can or can’t
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yourself and the music industry?
be happy. I believe
in unity.
ION: What
direction do you
hope the new
album will take
you?
BL: All over,
really. Where ever
there is a fan, I
want to meet them.
ION: It’s been three
years since Idol. What
have you learned about
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BL: Wow, so many
things. I’ve learned you
have to be very aware
of your fans and
communicate as
much as possible
with them. Never
burn any bridges,
even if they need
to be.
For more
information on
Blake Lewis, Visit
blakelewisofficial.com
or follow him on Twitter
@BlakeLewis.
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Amsterdam - Phoenix
Celebrate the season on December 19 at Amsterdam for a night of
gifts, performances and surprises as well as a $500 cash giveaway! On
New Year’s Eve Party with Paparazzi! It’s a celebrity look-a-like contest
with a cash prize for best costume, a $1,000 cash drop at midnight and
champagne, of course. AmsterdamBar.com
718 N. Central Ave.
(602) 258-6122
Apollo’s Lounge - Phoenix
Enjoy Jessika Murphy performing holiday faves on Dec. 8, Nikki Kidd
Kidd’s
Silver Balls and Ta-Ta
Ta-Ta’s on Dec. 9, the AGRA Christmas Hoedown on Dec.
20 at Apollo
Apollo’s. Say “Hello” to 2010 with an amazing Drag Show with
Barbra Seville, hors d
d’oeuvres, party favors, champagne, dancing and $5
rides home after 1 a.m. No cover charge! Apollos.com
5749 N. 7th St.
(602) 277-9373
Babylon Showclub - Phoenix
Join in on the fun for the New Year
Year’s Eve and Grand Opening
Extravaganza! The winsome Nevaeh hosts and DJ Milkshake spins. Enjoy
a professional fashion and hair show. Tickets are limited, so get yours in
advance. BabylonShowclub.com
Planning on staying
home for the holidays?
Get real! Get out and
celebrate the most festive month of the year!
There is so much to do
it can be overwhelming, so we highlighted
a few of Arizona’s hot
spots and their grandest
festivities. Get out and
make this holiday season
a memorable one.
holiday
nightlife
guide
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3613 E. Van Buren St. - Phoenix
(602) 306-1000
Bar 1 - Phoenix
Hey, sexy! It’s bar none, it’s Bar1 for fun, fun, fun! This year they’re
throwing one big, gay New Year’s Eve party with champagne galore,
noise makers and more. Bring your friends, or make some there! Bar1.
com
3708 N. 16th St.
(602) 266-9001
BS West - Scottsdale
Pop your cork at BS West and bring in 2010 with a bang! Bring in a
picture of Uncle Andy and drinks are only 1
1¢ each. Or for $10 cover you
can pay as you go. And, of course, there
there’ll be champagne at midnight.
Don’t miss their Customer Appreciation Holiday Party on Dec. 11 at 9
Don
p.m. BSwest.com
7125 5th Ave.
(480) 945-9028
Charlie’s - Phoenix
Yee-haw! Mosey on down to Charlie’s for their 15 Days of Christmas
celebration starting on December 11. They’ll also be celebrating the 25th
Anniversary of the AGRA with special shows, including Pussy LeHoot’s
Christmas Extravaganza on December 20, and, of course, a New Year’s
Eve hootenanny. CharliesPhoenix.com
727 W. Camelback Rd.
(602) 265-0224
Cherry Lounge - Tempe
Life is a bowl of cherries ... at the Cherry Lounge & Pit! Experience the
magic of Scandalesque Winter Fantasy, “Solstice” on December 11 & 18.
You won’t believe your eyes. TheCherryLoungeAZ.com
1028 E. Indian School Rd.
(602) 277-7729
Dick’s / Dick’s II Cabaret - Phoenix
Nothing says “Homo for the Holidays” like a journey over the river
and through the woods to Dick’s Cabaret! With two great locations
to choose from, you’ll find plenty of hot guys who really know how
to shake their moneymaker just for you. On New Year’s Eve they’ll be
offering a special sparkling cider toast. The boys provide the “swizzle
sticks.”. DicksCabaret.com
3432 E. Illini St.
(602) 274-DICK
Forbidden Nightclub - Scottsdale
“Happy people always make such racket!” And Miss Coco Peru makes
people very happy. See her perform with our own Barbra Seville – and
many more – on Sunday, December 20 and catch The Big Gay Sketch
Show’s “Gay Pimp,” Johnny McGovern, on Friday, December 18 at 9 p.m.
Don’t forget the Xmas Pajama Party on December 25 with no cover!
6820 E. 5th Ave.
www.forbiddenaz.com
icepics video bar - Phoenix
icepic
It nuttier than a fruitcake! Join Pandora and all the ho-ho-ho’s for The
It’s
Follies every Saturday night in December at 10 p.m. with Skyy Vodka
drink specials. Remember: nothing says “Christmas” like a man dressed in
ladies’ clothing! icepicsvideobar.com
ladies
3108 E. McDowell Rd.
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(602) 267-8707
Karamba - Phoenix
The glittering, glamorous Diamond hosts Karamba’s first annual
Christmas Posada on December 23 with beer & cocktail specials. On New
Year’s Eve the first 200 guests get “The Best of 2009” CD mix & Vaquero
Mix. Countdown to the New Year with Susana! KarambaNightclub.com
(602) 254-0231
Pumphouse II - Phoenix
Say “Goodbye” to 2009 and “Hello” to 2010 at Pumphouse II! Dive in to
the 2-for-1 drinks all day and all night while you enjoy a drag show and
the sizzling Hot Bodz Crew of strippers! There
There’ll be a free buffet, hourly
giveaways and a champagne toast! And did we say “no cover?” Well,
there’s no cover! Pumphouseii.com
there
(602) 275-3509
The Rock - Phoenix
Between The Rock and a hard place? Then enjoy the party! The
glamorous Mya McKenzie presents the Diamond Dolls Christmas Show
on Saturday, Dec. 19 and escape Phoenix and enjoy A Night in Paris on
New Year’s Eve with champagne, noise makers and more! Ooh la la!
4129 N. 7th Ave.
(602) 248-8559
Roscoe’s - Phoenix
Watch the granddaddy of all bowl games, the Rose Bowl on New Year’s
Day, or the Fiesta Bowl on January 4 – or some Bowl game throughout
the year – at the Valley’s one and only sports bar, Roscoe’s on 7th!
RoscoesOn7.com
4531 N. 7th St.
(602) 285-0833
Woody’s - Tucson
Join Miss Ajia Simone on December 12 for hot ‘n’ sexy launch party for
ManAds.com. It’s the annual Snow Ball on December 19, and on New
Year’s Eve it’s a party with Niki Haris performing! MyWoodysAZ.com
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3710 N. Oracle Rd.
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Holiday Survival Guide:
Now that you’ve decided to get off your butt and have some fun, here are
some valuable tips that will help you avoid starting your new year in the
hospital, jail or morgue!
1. Know when to say ‘when’. Drink responsibly. Passing out is not a determination of ones limits. Please, know yours. Plus, you want this to be a New
Year to remember!
2. Don’t drink and drive. Not even one drink. Sheriff Joe has lots of rooms
available and he wants to fill them... Call a Discount Cab so you can go bar
hopping with friends and have the time of your life!
4. Behave! Try using the Phoenix Metro Light Rail this year if you plan to
visit many hot spots for one fee.
5. If a “friend” offers you an illegal drug for free, the cost is too high and
they’re no friend!
6.. Take this copy of ION Arizona Magazine with you wherever you go so you
don’t miss a thing!
Photos by Jerry O’Conner | Art by Kevin Bushaw | Art Direction by Craig Rubin
Styling by Sam Mohamoud & Craig Rubin | Makeup by Anton Khachaturian
Models are Kristin, Ahmed Aynab, Dusty (bartender at Forbidden Nightclub,
Armando Ibarra, and Brock (owner of desertstallions.com, co-owner of
mandiboomboomxxx.com, Performances seen at BS West & Babylon
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Victor Keith
Martin
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Victor Keith Martin a man who loved life and making
others happy, died November 15, 2009 at Casa de la Luz
Hospice in Tucson, Arizona. He was 46. Victor’s knack
for connecting with and understanding people led to a
successful sales career. His zest for life, infectious sense
of humor, and sharp wit won him many devoted friends.
Gardening was one of Victor’s great passions among his
several hobbies and interests; and he created an enchanting English-style garden in the rear of his Phoenix home.
His cat, Zen, was a beloved companion. He had a keen
eye for interior decorating, and took great pleasure in
helping friends and family members resolve their decorating and fashion dilemmas. Most of all, Victor consistently made time for his young niece and nephew, Irie
and Isley, who affectionately called their devoted uncle
“Tio.” In so many ways, Victor brightened our world and
will be deeply missed. It gives us great comfort knowing
he is with our Creator and at peace. A Memorial Service
for Victor will be held on Friday, December 4, 2009, at
St. Philip’s in the Hills Episcopal Church at 2:00 p.m. in
Tucson, Arizona. Arrangements handled by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd.,
Tucson, AZ 85716, 326-4343.
December 2009
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DECEMBER 2009
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departure from
Alaska’s
the Governor’s
former
office in Alaksa.
governor and
“By golly,
old Republican
moose meat’s a
“maverick”
great source of
Sen. John
riboflavin, iron,
McCain’s
phosphorus and
Vicezinc,” said Palin.
Presidential
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running
it’s got more
mate, Sarah
protein and niacin
Palin was
than you could
seen working
shake a stick at!”
at Tempe’s
she quipped with
Costco
a sly wink to the
Wholesale
media’s reporters.
warehouse
Other sources cite
on Tuesday,
moose meat is has
December 1
a heart stoppingly
as a “Sample
high amount of
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cholesterol.
“I was shocked,” said Paloma Nathanson.
“And I am not gonna stand by silently while
“I was there to buy a case of Tofurkey for
that ol’ so-and-so Mr. Barry Obama and his
the holidays, and there she was – giving
knucklehead administration takes precious,
out little Moosemeat Sliders! I was
delicious moose meat out of my Down
shocked!”
Syndrome baby’s - what’s his names mouth,” Palin expanded. “And Todd, Track
Palin has been touring the country touting
and Bristol sure do like it, too.”
moose meat on a bun to make ends meet
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and checks
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has made me
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a goddam
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Skid Row.
millionaire!”
The Economic
she said. She
Meltdown
will redistribute
has affected
her fortune once
everyone in
she becomes the
Amercia from
“Rightful queen
Park Avenue
of Arizona,” as
to the Bowery.
she describes it.
Bums, hobos,
drifters,
Downtown
vagabonds and
Tempe’s “Mill
other vagrants who have worked hard at
Rats” are also taking credit cards. “Between
making a living by panhandling have had
begging and stealing, with credit cards I can
to move from operating on a strictly “cash
now earn enough to support my heroin habit
only” basis to accepting cashiers’ checks,
and feed my dog,” said Dawn S., a teenage
money orders and major credit cards.
runaway from the Midwest.
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“Times is hard,” said Hal “Snuffy” Porter
Banks are encouraging their patrons to
from his squat near Jackson Street and 5th
use their credit cards when donating to the
Avenue. “My daily cash intake has dropped
homeless. Gerald S. Symes, New Client
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dramatically in the past year. It just made
Accounts Manager for Bank of America
more sense for my business model to accept
said, “For a limited time, we’re offering
credit cards.” Ten out of twelve transients
double-miles for each transaction done with
surveyed agreed that attaining merchant
a bum.”
status improved their bottom line.
Participating tramps accept Visa, Mastercard
Carol “Crazy Bag Lady” Mortinson, who
and American Express. Sorry, no personal
rants and raves about the government while
checks or Discover.
cadging for spare change near Symphony
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GALESBURG,
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Ia– Mothers and
Peanut Butter and Jelly
schoolchildren
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everywhere
were
for breakfast, lunch and
saddened to learn
dinner. I’d be eating
of the passing of
them today except that I
one of America’s
have the diabetes.”
culinary giants and
great unsung heroes,
Throckmorton explored
Mrs. Dixie Ann
variations of her popular
Throckmorton, 102,
sandwich with little or
the original creator of
no success. “Mom’s
the Peanut Butter and
Mayonnaise and Potato
Jelly Sandwich.
Chip Sandwich wasn’t
too bad, but others,
Pennington, an
like the Liverwurst
ordinary housewife
and Marmalade, or the
and mother of five,
Pickled Pigs Feet and
created the world’s
Wrigley’s Chewing Gum
first PB&J on a warm April day, when
sandwiches were just awful. Awful. But
her son, Alfred, then 6-years-old, came
mom never gave up.”
home from school hungry in 1938. The
Depression hit the family hard, and the
Sadly, Dixie Ann’s kid-crowd pleasing
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exasperated mom grabbed the first thing
recipe was stolen. Some think it was an
in sight: two slices of bread, peanut butter
inside job from Betty Crocker. The world
and grape jelly. This was the sandwich that
may never know.
would change American childrens’ lunches
forever.
Services for Throckmorton were held at
the First Christian Church. Refreshments
“My mother was so proud of that
of milk and Peanut Butter and Jelly
sandwich,” her daughter, Sylvia Rhodeway,
Sandwiches were served after.
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Doubletree Hotel at Reid Park
Embassy Suites
La Posada Lodge and Casitas
Royal Elizabeth B&B
The Westin La Paloma
by Addison DeWitt
It looks like yet once
again I’ll be spending the
Holidays in the WonderVu Trailer
Court standing under the mistletoe
alone. And just when I thought I had
a boyfriend. And I did. For five days.
Five. Cinco. He was younger. Much.
Completely age inappropriate. And on
the rebound. And drinks. It was perfect.
But just as the cup of happiness was
at my quivering, salivating lips another
chickenhawk snatched him out from
under my favorite
little nose
at a party. The kid
was
there one minute,
then – poof!
– he was gone.
So word to the
wise: if you have
a young Turk
and go to any
holiday parties,
check the guest
list first and ferret out
any
potential chickenhawks, cockblockers
and other prickheisters.
Gays everywhere are all in agog about
Lady Gaga’s newly released “Fame
Monster” in addition to her recent
dazzling appearances on the American
Music Awards and Jay Leno. And
the fashion world is rocking from her
fabulous footwear. Alexander McQueen
is the queen responsible for Gaga ‘s
fab, space age zapatos. However, eerily
enough the shoes resemble the head
of a Bedlington Terrier. (See picture)
Frightening.
And with a “Ki-yi-yippee yay”
people turned out for Charlie’s 25th
Anniversary at the ol’ homestead in
Phoenix. The winsome Pussy LeHoot
94
reminisced about the good ol’ days
when she first came to that lil bitty
ol’ pissant country place during The
Great Goldschläger Rush of 1895 as a
young(ish) drag queen with a nothing
but tube lipstick and a dream. And a
couple of hamburgers. And a bottle of
Everclear. And look at her now! We love
you, Pussy! Big congrats and thanks
go out to owner John King. You’re
fabulous and divine. And I don’t say that
about everybody, darling.
The Good Book
says “When one
door closes,
another one
opens.” I’m
not really
sure which
Good Book.
I’ve read so
many. But the
ho-hum Homme is
closed. But on a more
exciting note, the former pussy palace
and titty city, Babylon Showclub is
open. This exciting venue features
go-go boys, drag, and the dreamy,
handsome Bradford Crespo behind
the bar.
And, so sorry, my little lords and lads
of leather – I hate to dash your holiday
hopes, really I do – but for once and
for all, I’m here to quash any rumors
that the remains of the ancient Aztec
temple that was originally La Cucaracha
Mexican Restaurant then known as The
Wave, then as padlock, and ultimately
as cellblock is most reliably undeniably
dead. It will never, ever, ever be reopened as a gay bar. The wrecking
ball is slated to tear down the remains
of that bastion of debauchery and the
property will house a brand new
Panda Express. So,
no, you may not
be able to wade
through a pool
of stagnant
water from
a leaking
urinal to get
a blowjob
in the dark
corner, but
you can can
get an order of
Kung Pao Chicken
that’ll blow your ass off,
if that’s any consolation. I’m just sayin’.
I have an especially soft spot in my
96
iron clad heart for this
Party Penguin. Not only is he the Party
Penguin of the month, my dears, but
in my not particularly humble opinion
he’s the Party Penguin of the Year.
Perhaps of the Ages, even.
Yep. He’s
He that incredible. He
definitely sets the standard
and raises the bar. Any bar.
I could wax poetic
about his charm and
wit. It’s none other
than our very own
Craig Rubin
Rubin. Shut it
down, bitch! We love
you. Especially me.
_
Share your favorite horror stories
about cockblocking and sexploits
with Addison. Write to him at
[email protected]
97
Libra Sep. 23 - Oct. 22
Aries Mar. 21 - Apr. 20
You light up a room when you walk in.
You’re like a candle, an incandescent bulb,
CFL, and LED all rolled into one. Share
some of that fabulous light with someone
else, and they’ll shed some light on a very
important subject for you.
Taurus Apr. 21 - May 20
You’re going to learn something new this
month. It could be anything from origami,
to tap dancing, to a new recipe. But if you
practice real hard, this will be a new talent
you can use the rest of your life. Along with
origami.
Gemini May 21 - June 21
If you have a choice between two evils,
choose the one you haven’t tried before.
You just might find out that it isn’t even that
evil. But it is a little kinky. And you won’t
need to take an antibiotic afterward.
Cancer June 22 - July 22
You’re having déjà-vu all over again this
month. Yes, you have been in this same
place and situation before. Follow your
instincts and it’ll be a piece of cake. But you
may want to re-think your outfit ahead of
time.
Leo July 23 - Sep. 22
Bah, humbug! Don’t be such a Scrooge!
We all know it’s just an act and you’ve got
a heart of gold. Let it show this Holiday
Season. You’ll find a special something – or
someone – under the tree for you. So brush
your teeth.
Virgo Aug. 23 - Sep. 22
Be careful what you wish for. You just
might get it. Keep your eyes on the prize
and examine a new opportunity from every
angle and you’ll make the right decision in
the long run. And order pie with every meal.
Go ahead.
98
WWW.IONAZ.COM
December 2009
“Duck, duck, duck – goose!” Things feel
like endless chase and you’re scrambling
to stay in the circle. Figure out what the
stakes are and decide if the game is worth
it. Next month is Musical Chairs. You’ll win
every round, guaranteed.
Scorpio Oct. 23 - Nov. 23
You’re just Little Mary Sunshine these
days, and your attitude hasn’t gone
unnoticed. You can count on one Jolly Old
Elf delivering an extra special gift to you
for Christmas. Or Hanukkah. Or Ramadan.
Whatever! Hey, it’s a present!
Sagittarius Nov. 23 - Dec. 23
If you have a birthday this month you’ll
have an unexpected reunion with someone
from your past. What you make of this
rekindled acquaintance is up to you. In
the meantime, get a new haircut and go
dancing!
Capricorn Dec. 23 - Jan. 20
If you share a birthday with other
Capricorns note the importance of that:
sharing. Be generous with gift and spirit,
and it will return to you ten-fold. But it still
might be a good idea to hang on to any
receipts, just in case.
Aquarias Jan. 21 - Feb. 19
Look up. Look down. Look all around. Look
at my thumb. No, you’re not dumb but pay
special attention to your surroundings.
Lately you’re a bit spacey. Sweet, but
spacey. You’ll be making more friends than
usual.
Pisces Feb. 20 - Mar. 20
You’re loaded with more talent than
a baked potato has sour cream. But
remember: not everybody likes chives.
Don’t spread yourself too thin this month.
Give somebody a little extra “quality time”
and see how they sparkle, too.

102 December 2009.indd

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