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Q-Music: Fall Into New LGBTQ Music

MUSIC: New queer music to dive into: a star-studded Gypsy revival album, Maia Sharp’s intimate Tomboy, Kristen Ford’s electrifying Pinto, Joviale’s experimental Mount Crystal, and Dagger Polyester’s punk-charged debut.
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Pride Sports To Host ‘Wicked: For Good’ Screening And Toy Drive

SPORTS: Pride Sports FTL is hosting a free Nov. 23 screening of Wicked: For Good at AMC Coral Ridge—just bring an unwrapped toy. Catch the blockbuster sequel with community vibes and support a great cause.
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‘Wicked: For Good’ - ‘Good’ Riddance

MOVIES: “Wicked: For Good” goes darker—politics, violence, surprise romance, new songs, and origin stories galore. Elphaba’s truth-telling makes her a villain, Glinda rides a PR machine, and Oz is cracking at the seams.
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Parkland Survivor Announces Congressional Campaign

NATIONAL: Parkland survivor and March for Our Lives co-founder Cameron Kasky, 25, is running for Congress in NYC’s NY-12. A queer gun-reform activist shaped by the MSD tragedy, he’s entering a crowded race as Rep. Jerry Nadler retires.
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Runway With a Purpose: Transpire Help’s Fashion on the Block Raises Funds for LGBTQ People in Recovery

LOCAL: Transpire Help brings “Fashion on the Block” back to Clematis this Saturday — a trans-led runway celebrating trans designers, trans models, and trans joy, held during Transgender Day of Remembrance week to honor lives lost while supporting LGBTQ people in recovery.
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An Interview with Caridad Moro-Gronlier - Poet Laureate of Miami-Dade County

BOOKS: Meet Caridad Moro-Gronlier — Miami-Dade’s Poet Laureate, a proud Cuban-American lesbian poet and educator uplifting queer, immigrant, and women writers. She’s speaking at the Miami Book Fair and unveiling her “Generation 305” project.
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Pets | Benji: I'm Playful and Curious

PETS: Meet Benji, a playful 5-year-old tiger cat whose adoption fee is already paid thanks to Florida Panthers’ Sam Bennett. He loves cuddles, toys, and other pets — and he’s ready for a new home.
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This week’s issue is OUT! Wilton Manors goes full throttle for Pig Week.
Pick up a copy around town or click the link below to read a digital version.
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Fall into Reading 2025 - Books About Writers

BOOKS: Dive into fall reading with four standout 2025 releases — new biographies of James Baldwin, Arnold Lobel, and C.P. Cavafy, plus Edward Hirsch’s memoir blending humor and poetry. Discover the lives behind the legends.
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‘The Very Heart’ and Soul: An Interview with Gay Writer Thomas Mallon

BOOKS: Thomas Mallon, author of Fellow Travelers, opens up about his newly published 1983–94 New York diaries, capturing queer life in the shadow of AIDS and reflecting on writing, teaching, and the hit series his work inspired.
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Challenging the Constitution: Trump Says No Court Can Review His Decision on Sending the Military into US Cities | Opinion

OP-ED: Trump now argues the courts — even the Supreme Court — can’t review his decision to send the military into U.S. cities, despite history and evidence contradicting his claims. The stakes for civil liberties couldn’t be higher.
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‘All Men Are Pigs’ - Pig Week Runs From Nov. 28 to Dec. 7

LOCAL: Pig Week returns Nov. 28–Dec. 7 with nearly 60 events, international guests, wild parties, and a $5M boost to Wilton Manors. From the masked Cyber-Pig kickoff to the massive Psycho Circus Party, it’s the city’s filthiest tradition.
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Things to Do

TO DO: South Florida’s week is packed — Trans Day of Remembrance at the Pride Center, “Wicked: For Good” screenings, the Mr. Scandals contest, Black Flag at Culture Room, Andrea McArdle at Galuppi’s, and Thanksgiving Eve parties across Wilton Drive.
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Close Out November With Fun and Remembrance

PALM BEACH COUNTY: Palm Beach County is buzzing — from the newly opened Purple Lizard in Lake Park to dancers at H.G. Roosters, themed nights at Mad Hatter, a Trans Day of Remembrance runway by Transpire Help, and Compass’ World AIDS Day vigil.
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Roddy Bottum Reaches New Heights with Memoir ‘The Royal We’

BOOKS: Roddy Bottum’s memoir “The Royal We” reveals his journey of survival, resilience, and pushing boundaries—musician, queer icon, and voice against hate.
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Mr. Eagle 2026 Named During Florida Leather Week | WATCH

LOCAL: Jafar Jaafar crowned Mr. Eagle 2026 at Florida Leather Week! He’ll compete in IML and aims to raise funds for his journey.
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Roddy Bottum Reaches New Heights with Memoir ‘The Royal We’

BOOKS: Roddy Bottum’s memoir “The Royal We” reveals his journey of survival, resilience, and pushing boundaries—musician, queer icon, and voice against hate.
tinyurl.com/47t6n9xw

Mr. Eagle 2026 Named During Florida Leather Week | WATCH

LOCAL: Jafar Jaafar crowned Mr. Eagle 2026 at Florida Leather Week! He’ll compete in IML and aims to raise funds for his journey.
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'The Things Gods Break' - Greek Gods and Deadly Trials "The Things Gods Break" is the second book in Abigail Owen's Crucible trilogy.

BOOKS: Author Abigail Owen dives back into modern-day Greek gods and deadly trials in The Things Gods Break, starring a morally gray Hades and a mortal heroine fighting for the throne of Olympus. Full interview at the link.
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Tasty Treats, Lively Libations & Delicious Delights!

HOT DISH: Taste of the Island turns 20 with a huge night of food, drinks, and surprises at Richardson Park—plus dozens of local restaurants, breweries, and vendors. Tickets always sell out fast. Full details at the link.
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The Tariff Follies | Opinion

OP-ED: A Supreme Court case on Trump’s tariffs could expose just how reckless and unconstitutional his economic agenda is—and why Americans flirting with autocracy may soon feel the consequences in their wallets.
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'I Was Born This Way' - The Forgotten Gay Anthem That Inspired a Generation

MOVIE: A new doc revisits the forgotten gay anthem “I Was Born This Way,” tracing its roots long before Lady Gaga—through Carl Bean, the queer activist, singer, and AIDS advocate who turned it into a disco landmark.
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Fort Lauderdale Mayor Testifies In Domestic Violence Case | WATCH

LOCAL: Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis testified he’s a victim of domestic violence, accusing partner Danny Curran—who was arrested and charged this week. Despite a protection order, Trantalis says he tried to help him.
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Exploring Destiny, Sacrifice, and Found Family

BOOKS: Author Yueh Yang opens up about The Omen Girl—from its 100k-reader Wattpad origins to themes of hiding who you are, surviving a cult, and finding redemption through found family.
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Exploring Destiny, Sacrifice, and Found Family

BOOKS: From cult survival to Comic Con success, The Omen Girl author turns trauma into fantasy — exploring love, fear, and found family in a story born on Wattpad.
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'Queer Enlightenments: A Hidden History of Lovers, Lawbreakers, and Homemakers'

BOOKS: From secret “marriages” in 1720s London to queer duels and hidden lovers, Queer Enlightenments uncovers the untold roots of LGBTQ history long before Stonewall.
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Three Men I Wouldn’t Mind Having A One-Night Stand With

A&E: From Gabe Salazar’s soulful night to Matteo Lane’s comedy and Andrew Keenan-Bolger’s Broadway magic — South Florida’s stages are heating up this week.
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Opening a Bar or Restaurant in Wilton Manors or Fort Lauderdale | Opinion

OP-ED: Opening a bar or restaurant in Wilton Manors or Fort Lauderdale can be thrilling — but rising costs, tough rents, and licensing hurdles mean success takes smart planning and deep community ties.
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‘Ruthless’ Delivers A Killer Night At the Theater

A&E: A killer revival! Ruthless! The Musical dazzles at Island City Stage with sharp humor, standout performances, and pure camp perfection. Runs through Dec. 6 in Wilton Manors.
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Craig Jungwirth’s Courtroom Meltdown

LOCAL: Accused LGBTQ harasser Craig Jungwirth caused chaos in a Broward courtroom, yelling until deputies dragged him out. His trial is now set for Jan. 12, 2026.
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