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Out South Florida covers the LGBTQ community here and beyond. These may be our pages, but we’re your voice. 🏳️🌈☀️ https://outsfl.com
HOT OFF THE SHELF: From dragon-fueled romantasy to gut-wrenching wartime love stories and steamy sports romance, Entangled’s latest bestsellers deliver high stakes, slow burns, and emotional payoffs you won’t forget. Your TBR just got hotter.
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OP-ED: In a blistering opinion, attorney Sabrina Haake argues Trump’s push to seize voter data and “nationalize” elections defies the Constitution and demands urgent legal action from Democratic-led states.
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KEY WEST: Artist ransome’s new exhibit at The Studios of Key West explores Bahama Village’s history, honoring the resilience and cultural legacy of its Black community through 50 intimate works. “Ghost in Bahama Village” runs through Feb. 26.
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BOOKS: A hotheaded hockey player is forced to pair skate with an “ice princess” to save her scholarship in Carli J. Corson’s sapphic YA inspired by The Cutting Edge. Packed with fierce competition, slow-burn romance, and unapologetic queer joy.
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MOVIES: Song Sung Blue follows two struggling divorcees who form a Neil Diamond tribute act, land a Pearl Jam gig, survive addiction, amputation, and a heart attack—then get summoned by Neil Diamond himself. Fame, relapse, and resilience collide.
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This week’s issue is OUT! 💘 Meet South Florida’s most eligible LGBTQ+ singles.
Pick up a copy around town or click the link below to read a digital version.
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OP–ED: America is enforcing one rulebook for trans people and another for everyone else — from name changes to surgeries to puberty blockers used safely for decades. The science hasn’t changed. The targets have.
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BOOKS: Inspired by sleepless nights with her toddler, Molly Harris’ new kids book Whirby uses a robot to teach kids why rest matters — with tons of beeps, bangs, and heart
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OP-ED: Bad Bunny turned the Super Bowl halftime show into a global Puerto Rican celebration — Spanish-led, culture-forward, and impossible not to dance to
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KEY WEST: Six-time Independent Music Award winner Rachael Sage brings her uplifting folk-pop to Key West Feb 17–18, with violinist Kelly Halloran
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HOT OFF THE SHELF: New fiction to watch this spring/summer: bold women, genre-bending stories, dark fantasy, romance, and thrillers that refuse the rules
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HOT DISH: Valentine’s plans? From drag brunches and prix fixe dinners to chocolate tastings and dog-friendly dates, South Florida has you covered
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LOCAL: After 30+ years, GayDays has canceled its 2026 Orlando event, citing hotel changes and nationwide challenges — but organizers say it’s a pause, not the end.
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LOCAL: SunServe supports 5,000 people a year — from mental health to housing and trans care — and their $400K fundraising goal could double thanks to matching funds. Here’s how they’re making it happen.
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This week’s issue is OUT! ICE is breaking the Constitution — and the press is next.
Pick up a copy around town or click the link below to read a digital version.
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OP-ED: Two openly gay faith leaders argue love isn’t doctrine — it’s liberation. In this powerful opinion, they reject fear-based religion and affirm that every identity, body, and expression of love belongs.
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MUSIC: Queer indie icon Rachael Sage drops her bold new album Canopy—a joyful, band-driven release on orange vinyl that includes covers of Buddy Holly and “God Bless America,” plus a moving tribute to Nex Benedict. She performs in Key West Feb. 17–18.
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MUSIC: Queer indie icon Rachael Sage drops her bold new album Canopy—a joyful, band-driven release on orange vinyl that includes covers of Buddy Holly and “God Bless America,” plus a moving tribute to Nex Benedict. She performs in Key West Feb. 17–18.
tinyurl.com/mhd3sp9d
LOCAL: Wilton Manors boosted its donation to the Early Learning Coalition to $4,240, supporting childcare for 61 local kids and four centers that received over $900K last year.
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LOCAL: As LGBTQ health funding faces cuts, Our Fund stepped up with $440K in grants for HIV prevention, mental health care, and trans support across South Florida.
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HOT OFF THE SHELF: From Marsha P. Johnson to John Lewis, Black boy joy to Civil Rights verse — here are powerful new children’s and middle grade books to read for Black History Month and beyond.
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HOT DISH: Rustic Inn’s legendary garlic crabs meet Pizza Fest at the Park — unlimited slices, seafood classics, and Fort Lauderdale food history all in one delicious February.
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A&E: Wilton Manors/Miami just ranked top 5 kinkiest cities worldwide, beating Berlin, NYC, and Amsterdam — plus Kathy Griffin, Matthew Morrison, ABBA, and Lunar New Year events.
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IN MEMORIAM: Butch McKay, a tireless HIV/AIDS advocate and founder of OASIS in Florida, has died at 77. His work changed lives across the South — and far beyond.
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TELEVISION: Drag Race winner Onya Nurve is hosting WOW Presents Plus’ Hello Hello Hello, dishing with eliminated queens on casting, behind-the-scenes tea, and life after the crown.
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BOOKS: A psychological thriller set in elite figure skating: a teen skater accused of murdering her coach, inspired by the author’s own intense training years. Dark, emotional, and fast-paced.
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OP-ED: Flagler Village went from industrial afterthought to one of South Florida’s most LGBTQ-friendly, walkable hotspots — with new luxury buildings offering up to 3 months free rent, culture, and community minutes from the beach.
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This week’s issue is OUT! An off-Broadway musical flips gender, love, and expectations upside down — and it’s landing in South Florida.
Pick up a copy around town or click the link below to read a digital version.
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FILM: Three 2026 films I can’t stop thinking about: Scream 7, The Mandalorian & Grogu, and live-action Moana — horror, heart, and nostalgia bringing movie theaters back to life.
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LOCAL: Mr. Ramrod 2026 Jesse Nicholson is launching the Leather Heritage Project to preserve LGBTQ stories—especially from the AIDS era—through a podcast, YouTube, and community events, while competing at IML this year.
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