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Covering <strong>the</strong> Space and Treasure <strong>Coast</strong>s<str<strong>on</strong>g>OUT</str<strong>on</strong>g>ONTHE<str<strong>on</strong>g>OUT</str<strong>on</strong>g><str<strong>on</strong>g>COAST</str<strong>on</strong>g>m a g a z i n eIssue #093, January 2011


I N S I D EHoroscope..........................................JacquelineTea Time..............................................10Miss TSpiritually Speaking ........................14Rev. JaneE LeeMaps................................................ 12 - 13In <strong>the</strong> New s.......................................16Directory................................20 - 21Subscripti<strong>on</strong> informati<strong>on</strong>: $24 for 12 issues.Subscribe <strong>on</strong>-line at: OOTCmag.com or sendyour check or m<strong>on</strong>ey order to: <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong><strong>Coast</strong> <strong>magazine</strong>, PO Box 155, Roseland, FL32957-0155 Issues mailed First Class in plainenvelope.Model: Edmund, Cold Keg bartenderPhoto: LAN2Issue #093.December 23, 2010News, links, forums & more at:www.ootcmag.com <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Coast</strong> Magazine Issue #093<str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Coast</strong> <strong>magazine</strong>published by OOTC Publishing, Inc.PO Box 155, Roseland, FL 32957772.913.3008sales/marketingSales@OOTCmag.comJeffry CiveyAdManager@ootcmag.comJas<strong>on</strong> ManganJas<strong>on</strong>M@ootcmag.comSadao HarperSadaoH@ootcmag.compublisher/editorLee A. Newell IILeeN@ootcmag.comc<strong>on</strong>tributorsRev. Gregory L. Dent<strong>on</strong>Rev. JaneE LeeJoseph S<strong>on</strong>dayDavid McKinn<strong>on</strong>Miss TMEMBERnati<strong>on</strong>al advertising representativeRivendell Media Company1248 Rt. 22 WestMountainside, NJ 0709908-232-2021Publicati<strong>on</strong> of <strong>the</strong> name or photograph of any pers<strong>on</strong> or organizati<strong>on</strong> inarticles in <str<strong>on</strong>g>OUT</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <str<strong>on</strong>g>COAST</str<strong>on</strong>g> MAGAZINE is not to be c<strong>on</strong>strued as anindicati<strong>on</strong> of <strong>the</strong> sexual orientati<strong>on</strong> of such pers<strong>on</strong> or organizati<strong>on</strong>. Allcopy text, display photos and illustrati<strong>on</strong>s in advertising are publishedwith <strong>the</strong> understanding that <strong>the</strong> advertisers are fully authorized, havesecured proper c<strong>on</strong>sents (written, verbal, etc.) for <strong>the</strong> use of names,pictures or testim<strong>on</strong>ials of any living pers<strong>on</strong>(s) and <str<strong>on</strong>g>OUT</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong><str<strong>on</strong>g>COAST</str<strong>on</strong>g> MAGAZINE may lawfully publish and cause such publicati<strong>on</strong>to be made and advertiser automatically agrees to by submitting saidad to indemnify and save blameless <strong>the</strong> publisher from any and allliability, loss and expense of any nature of such publicati<strong>on</strong>. Unlesso<strong>the</strong>rwise indicated, all material in this publicati<strong>on</strong> is copyright 2007by OOTC Publishing, Inc. and may not be reprinted ei<strong>the</strong>r wholly orin part without express permissi<strong>on</strong> of <strong>the</strong> publisher.“<str<strong>on</strong>g>OUT</str<strong>on</strong>g>RAGEOUSLY FUNNY!”-Peter Travers, ROLLING STONEEXCLUSIVE ENGAGEMENTSTARTS CHRISTMAS DAYCHECK DIRECTORIES FOR LISTINGSMOBILE USERS: For Showtimes - Text PHILLIP With Your ZIP CODE To 43KIX (43549)<str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> On The <strong>Coast</strong> (Orlando) • Thur 12/23 • 2x3.75’’Name: 1223_Phm_<str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g>On<strong>Coast</strong>.pdf #100 12/15/10 3:25 PMGay Bowling Sunday, Jan 16brunswick harbor lanes1099 n. wickham rd, melbourneget tickets at coffee or sendemail to info@tlrbrevard.orgwww.TLRbrevard.org6 to 9 PM $15advance$18at doorincludes shoe rental, bowling& pitcher of soda per lane


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HOROSCOPE byJacquelineHAPPY NEW YEAR! This is <strong>the</strong> year fortransformati<strong>on</strong>s! We start off with <strong>the</strong>New Mo<strong>on</strong> and solar eclipse in Capricorn<strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> 4 th , this event illuminates <strong>the</strong>heavens providing us with <strong>the</strong> means tosee bey<strong>on</strong>d our normal field of visi<strong>on</strong> andprovides us with a str<strong>on</strong>g foundati<strong>on</strong> toset l<strong>on</strong>g term goals and steer ourselvestowards a better life. When Venus entersSagittarius <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> 7 th , we will be ableto know what we truly love and withMercury traveling back into Capricorn<strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> 13 th , we’ll know how to achieve it.Next, Mars goes into Aquarius <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> 15 th ;beware of <strong>the</strong> ensuing drama however,instead of feeding to it, use this time totake foundati<strong>on</strong>al steps towards yourl<strong>on</strong>g term goals. The full mo<strong>on</strong> in latedegrees of Cancer <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> 19 th , allows usto transform our old traditi<strong>on</strong>al ties to<strong>the</strong> past to suit our new directi<strong>on</strong> in life.Expect sudden opportunities to ariseafter Jupiter goes into Aries <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> 22 nd .We end <strong>the</strong> m<strong>on</strong>th with Saturn in Libragoing retrograde <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> 26 th . There areless<strong>on</strong>s for all in balance and <strong>on</strong>e to <strong>on</strong>erelati<strong>on</strong>ships.Aries March 23 - April 22 C<strong>on</strong>gratulati<strong>on</strong>s!The work you began in <strong>the</strong> fall of 2009 isgaining momentum as you’ve past <strong>the</strong>midpoint of your quest. Now is <strong>the</strong> time foryou to relax and see <strong>the</strong> strides you havemade. Remember those who aided you,still have much to offer and will be of greatassistance in your endeavors. After <strong>the</strong> 22 nd,new c<strong>on</strong>tacts could bring great benefits. Soget out and have some fun!You’ll be happy with <strong>the</strong> results.Taurus April 23 – May 22 You begin <strong>the</strong>year in a quandary regarding relati<strong>on</strong>ships,friends and those in positi<strong>on</strong>s of authority.Who can you rely <strong>on</strong>, believe in, or trust?The answer has been as it always has; <strong>the</strong><strong>on</strong>e you can trust is you! D<strong>on</strong>’t play into <strong>the</strong>drama. Take your time, analyze <strong>the</strong> factsand let <strong>the</strong> evidence guide you to a soluti<strong>on</strong>. <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Coast</strong> Magazine Issue #093Gemini May 23 – June 22 You’ll be <strong>the</strong>centre of attenti<strong>on</strong> this m<strong>on</strong>th as all cometo you for soluti<strong>on</strong>s and guidance. However<strong>the</strong> newfound popularity has you stretchedbey<strong>on</strong>d your limits. Set your boundaries,identify your limitati<strong>on</strong>s and d<strong>on</strong>’t getcaught up in <strong>the</strong> drama. Expect lots ofcommunicati<strong>on</strong> coming from unexpectedsources. Know what is right for you andd<strong>on</strong>’t allow o<strong>the</strong>rs to cross that line. Yourtrue friends will support you.Cancer June 23 – July 22 The Sun isdirectly opposing your sign this m<strong>on</strong>thmaking you feel extremely sensitive. D<strong>on</strong>’tinternalize o<strong>the</strong>rs emoti<strong>on</strong>s and expressi<strong>on</strong>sas <strong>the</strong>y might not be for <strong>the</strong> reas<strong>on</strong> youthink. Instead of dwelling <strong>on</strong> what is in <strong>the</strong>past, take this time to get out and embracenew experiences and friends as this whereyou’ll find comfort.Leo July 23 – August 22 Prepare yourselffor a ride <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> wild side as Mars goesinto Aquarius <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> 15 th . You may feel <strong>the</strong>urge to jump in <strong>the</strong> hoopla but curb yourenthusiasm. Nothing is urgent; nothing isc<strong>on</strong>crete, as your plans will change due to<strong>the</strong> envir<strong>on</strong>ment. Although you may loseinterest in a project or pers<strong>on</strong>, put yourworries aside, <strong>the</strong> timing is not right and<strong>the</strong>re’s <strong>the</strong> chance it may return later in awhole new light.Virgo August 23 – September 22 As <strong>the</strong>New Year begins your natural urge to take<strong>the</strong> bull by <strong>the</strong> horns comes into fruiti<strong>on</strong>. Goforward and stay <strong>the</strong> course. Steer clearof distracti<strong>on</strong> as o<strong>the</strong>rs suggesti<strong>on</strong>s can’<strong>the</strong>lp you. You may be overly sensitive orjudgmental to <strong>the</strong>ir ideas. Rise above it andwork with <strong>the</strong>m to accomplish your goals.Libra September 23 – October 22 After <strong>the</strong>Full Mo<strong>on</strong>, obstacles created in Decemberdissolve. Seek out those with creativeenergies that complement that of yourown. Make purchases that enhance andsimplify your living envir<strong>on</strong>ment. Beware ofresistance from Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, andAquarius as <strong>the</strong>ir path is not yours and <strong>the</strong>drama will <strong>on</strong>ly create c<strong>on</strong>fusi<strong>on</strong>.Scorpio October 23 – November 22 Youstart <strong>the</strong> New Year off <strong>on</strong> a roll as you’reability as an alchemist is heightened. Until<strong>the</strong> 19 th , your impulse to make <strong>the</strong> most outof nothing is heightened; use this time toyour advantage. After, sit back and be <strong>the</strong>observer, especially at work. Your handsare tied so d<strong>on</strong>’t participate in <strong>the</strong> dramaand <strong>on</strong>ly answer questi<strong>on</strong>s when asked.You’ll discover that your silence will allow<strong>the</strong> right changes to occur.Sagittarius November 23 – December 22Cupid has a surprise for you as Venus goesinto your sign <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> 7 th . Be acceptant ofhis gift, d<strong>on</strong>’t questi<strong>on</strong> it, you deserve it.Use this opportunity to take inventory of<strong>the</strong> things that bring joy into your life andafter <strong>the</strong> full mo<strong>on</strong> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> 19 th , you’ll be ina better positi<strong>on</strong> to identify <strong>the</strong> things thatbring happiness into your heart and able toc<strong>on</strong>tinued <strong>on</strong> page 18Tobacco, Hookahs,Pipes, Papers,Wraps, Vaporizers,Replacement Parts,Body Cleansers,Grinders, Scales,and IncenseM<strong>on</strong> - Sat: 10 am - 7 pmSun: no<strong>on</strong> - 5 pm835 17th StreetSuite 103Vero Beach, FL(772) 794-9039


Te a Ti m ewith Miss TIt’s that weird time of year for us: in <strong>the</strong> middle of all <strong>the</strong> parties, gearing up for New Year’s Eve and getting<strong>the</strong> <strong>magazine</strong> out with <strong>on</strong>ly part of <strong>the</strong> informati<strong>on</strong>. We know what’s happened and what’s going to happenbut <strong>the</strong>re’s still enough up in <strong>the</strong> air to make things, um, interesting.So let’s start with what has happened. Once again Vero Beach PFLAG highlighted December with <strong>the</strong>iryearly toy drive. It’s <strong>the</strong>ir l<strong>on</strong>gstanding outreach to local families in need. Members adopt families living atSafe Space, <strong>the</strong> shelter for abused women and <strong>the</strong>ir families, and every<strong>on</strong>e brings presents to <strong>the</strong> Christmasdinner for Youth Guidance who is dedicated to enriching <strong>the</strong> lives of over 700 “at-risk” children in IndianRiver County. Vero Beach PFLAG does it again: shows <strong>the</strong> maturity of being <strong>the</strong> oldest GLBT organizati<strong>on</strong><strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> Space andTreasure <strong>Coast</strong>s byjust doing it, no bigdeal, just making<strong>the</strong> community, as awhole, a better place.Pride festivals arepart of making <strong>the</strong>area better andREBAR is hosting <strong>the</strong>final benefit for Prideof <strong>the</strong> Treasure <strong>Coast</strong>with <strong>the</strong>ir spectacularDining with <strong>the</strong> Stars<strong>on</strong> January 23. Only$25 for dinner and ashow, what a deal.You can get in to see<strong>the</strong> show <strong>on</strong>ly for just$15. Call <strong>the</strong> bar fortickets and if you’relucky <strong>the</strong>y’ll have aseat left.PFLAG Vero Beach collected toys for Youth Guidance and adopted familiesJanuary 23 must bean auspicious day as at Safe Space. As usual <strong>the</strong> folks showed how much our community cares.Project Resp<strong>on</strong>sechose that day as well for <strong>the</strong> kick off of <strong>the</strong>ir Camp Heartland and Bey<strong>on</strong>d fundraisers to send childrenfrom families affected by HIV/AIDS to summer camp with a show at Cold Keg. We know <strong>the</strong> queens willbe talking but we also know that nei<strong>the</strong>r organizati<strong>on</strong> knew what <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r planned so <strong>the</strong>re’s no feud, norancor, no nothing. Coincidence is all it is but I’m sure Facebook will have an amusing undercurrent of fakedrama between <strong>the</strong> groups and individuals involved. Just ignore it and choose <strong>the</strong> <strong>on</strong>e closest to you, goand enjoy.MONDAYSKaraokeKelli RandellAmber DouglasPage Kingwww.coldkegnightclub.com4060 W. New Haven, Melbourne(321) 724-1510TUESDAYSTexas Hold emCold Kegphotos: LeePOOLWEDNESDAYSGoth NiteLea<strong>the</strong>r/LaceNewYearsEve$15 advance - $20 @ doorOpen til 4 AMSUNDAYS ARE BACKstarting Jan 2!B I N G Owith Miss Christine7 PM& Jeffrey behind <strong>the</strong> barTHURSDAYSTrash NiteSATURDAYSDJ Spin in <strong>the</strong>houseThe best in femaleimpers<strong>on</strong>ati<strong>on</strong>Showtime11:30 PMBeat <strong>the</strong> ClockDrink Pricing:come early,pay less!Open 4 PM-MidnightNO COVERHappy Hour 4-8 PM$1 Domestic Drafts &$1.25 Wells8-11 PM$1 Tequila Shots$2 Bloody Marys2nd & 4th FRIDAYS Men’s NightUltra Lounge is <strong>the</strong> place to go and enjoy yourself in Cocoa – you can be sure <strong>the</strong>ir New Year’s Eve partywill be outstanding, and it’s free! Yes indeed, Lexi Leigh and Axhia Li will show in <strong>the</strong> New Year as <strong>on</strong>lyUltra Lounge can do. You can be sure all Cocoa Village will stop by for <strong>the</strong> fun!Of course down in Melbourne, Cold Keg has a triple threat: Kelli Randell, Amber Douglas and PaigeKing will party late into <strong>the</strong> night for <strong>the</strong> <strong>on</strong>e time a year that Cold Keg stays open until 4 AM. Food, funand <strong>the</strong>ir famous ballo<strong>on</strong> drop are to be had for a reas<strong>on</strong>able cover – get your ticket now and save $5. It’sgoing to be fabulous night at <strong>the</strong> club.And that brings us to Dukes. They aren’t open Christmas Eve or New Years Eve and with a change ofc<strong>on</strong>tinued <strong>on</strong> page 1910 <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Coast</strong> Magazine Issue #093 <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Coast</strong> Magazine Issue #093 11


If you’re reading this <strong>on</strong> line, click <strong>on</strong> a name <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> map to go to an advertiser’s web siteSpace <strong>Coast</strong>If you’re reading this <strong>on</strong> line, click <strong>on</strong> a name <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> map to got to an advertiser’s web siteTreasure <strong>Coast</strong>MelbournePalm BayCocoa19295Harlock RdJohn Rodes BlvdLevelzNightclub4250 W. New Haven1st Wednesday <strong>on</strong>lyClearlake RdSteve LewisLeary Hair Design4301 N. WickhamAppliance LiquidatorsTurtle Mound RdEau Gallie BlvdHotFlixx3369 Sarno RdEllis RdBare AssetsFiske Blvd501 5191520Wickham RdSarno RdWickham Rd Wickham RdNew HavenCold KegNightclub4060 W. New HavenPalm Bay Rd.King St.Forrest AveTheUltra Lounge407 Brevard AveCocoa VillagePost RdParkway DrMint<strong>on</strong> Rd.Lake Washingt<strong>on</strong> RdAurora RdGiGi’sThrift240 S. WickhamAveEvans RdHollywood BlvdFamily of GodCommunity Church950 Cocoa Blvd.Melanie GoffPsycho<strong>the</strong>rapyCocoa Village1520The Maxwell C. King CenterPost & Wickham RoadsCrot<strong>on</strong> RdSarno RdMelbourneAirportNasa BlvdHibiscus95Dairy Rd.Airport BlvdBabcock St.PFLAG Melbourne4th M<strong>on</strong>days, 6:30 PMRiviera UCC, 451 Riviera Dr, Palm Bay1Emerald City421 S. Babcock St., MelbourneProject Resp<strong>on</strong>se745 S. Apollo Blvd., Melbourne192Apollo Rd.1University Blvd.520A1AA1AOrange Ave1Kitterman RdMacquillen RdKitterman Next to McD<strong>on</strong>ald’s Rd1Macquillen Camino Rd Real1 Walt<strong>on</strong> RdIndiantown Rd12 <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Coast</strong> Magazine Issue #093 <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Coast</strong> Magazine Issue #093 1343rd AveAtlantic BlvdOrange AveProject Resp<strong>on</strong>se18th St3501 Orange Ave., Ft. PierceVero Beach6016th StPFLAG, 7pm Orange Ave2nd M<strong>on</strong>day &4th TuesdayProject Resp<strong>on</strong>seUnity Center3501 Orange Ave., Ft. Pierce950 43rd AvenueOleander Ave27th AveProject Resp<strong>on</strong>se3501 Orange Ave., Ft. PiercePrima Vista BlvdREBAR8283 S. US 1Fiesta Square1Oleander AvePrima Vista BlvdOleander Ave12th St8th StREBAR8283 S. US 1Fiesta SquarePrima Vista BlvdREBAR8283 S. US 1JupiterFiesta Square16060All Heavenly CreaturesPet CrematoryFederal Hwy1123rd St20th St19th Pl7664 S. US 1114th AveKitterman RdMacquillen Rd1Up n Smoke835 17th St, Suite 103Old DixieAll Heavenly CreaturesPet CrematoryWalt<strong>on</strong> RdCamino RealFederal HwyAll Heavenly CreaturesPet Crematory1Camino RealIndiantown RdFederal Hwy7664 S. US 1Next to McD<strong>on</strong>ald’s17664 S. US 1Next to McD<strong>on</strong>ald’sIndian River BlvdWalt<strong>on</strong> RdA1AOcean DriveMaltz Jupiter Theatre1001 E. Indiantown Rd1Duke’s BarSurf Club Hotel4700 N. A1AFridays 9PM-1AM60A1AIndian River Dr ERiverside Theatre3250 Riverside Park Dr.Port St. LucieOcean DriveMockingbird Dr.Ft. PierceA1AOcean Dr.


OUXRNBES—Sit ilit augue magniamet,Inc<strong>on</strong>sequat, voloremTheinibh essi.aditNewsiliquis nim quam zzrilit nim dolute min eros ad dolorpe rcidui blan uteUre tin hent laorer sed euis num nulputem vel in euisse vel ullaor autem zzrit modipit veratue tatum dolorem euisismodit prat ut vero commy n<strong>on</strong>sed tatinvelenis nos er inci blandignim quipit acincin hendreros euipsus ciduisl eum ex esequatie do euipsus.zzrit alit alit lore tie modipit, c<strong>on</strong>sequ amc<strong>on</strong>se quisim velis aciliquipit utpat OUXRNBES—So core doleniam, susto ex el ercilit luptat. Duisl euipsusci telore tie estio eugait lutate do do c<strong>on</strong>sendre faccum quis n<strong>on</strong>ulput prat loredolent la facip et aliquate erciniat. Et nullamc <strong>on</strong>sequat iniam do od deliquamodiat praestrudLuptat. Ut elent incil dolendipit augiametue mincil eugaittummodo lestie core ent essi.augiam venibh elenis ad et ate faccumsan erostrud tet, vel ipsum ip er in euisl OUXRNBES—Solut adip el dolortin eleniamet at ex erciduisit lorpera esequisldo et ut ute tate volum zzrit utet aciliquat lam velendre c<strong>on</strong>ulputat. Ut volum deliquam dolore ver sed te eriustio enim ea feui blandi<strong>on</strong>sed ex eugiatioquam volore commod el dolumsan ulpute ea atuerit nulput lut init duiscidunt deliquate erostrud tet irilla feuipit amc<strong>on</strong>sed dolorpercin ut iriliscin exFor current headlines see our website: www.ootcmag.comFLORIDA/WASHINGTON, DC—Martin Gill,<strong>the</strong> plaintiff in <strong>the</strong> successful legal challengeto Florida’s anti-gay adopti<strong>on</strong> ban, will beattended <strong>the</strong> White House Holiday Recepti<strong>on</strong>December 16th. The invitati<strong>on</strong> follows a directappeal by Equality Florida to <strong>the</strong> Presidentasking him to spotlight <strong>the</strong> harm of Florida’santi-gay adopti<strong>on</strong> law which has since beenstruck down by <strong>the</strong> courts.“I know I’m not representing just myself oreven just my own children. I will be <strong>the</strong>re <strong>on</strong>behalf of every child in need of a loving homeand all <strong>the</strong> future families that will be formedbecause of our victory this year. Thank youfor standing with me,” said Martin Gill in anote written to supporters across <strong>the</strong> state.On September 22nd, Martin and his family,represented by <strong>the</strong> ACLU, w<strong>on</strong> a unanimousThird District Court of Appeals decisi<strong>on</strong> thatfound Florida’s adopti<strong>on</strong> ban unc<strong>on</strong>stituti<strong>on</strong>al.The decisi<strong>on</strong> is binding statewide and, for <strong>the</strong>first time in 33 years, allows gay people to bec<strong>on</strong>sidered as prospective adoptive parentsin Florida.Earlier in <strong>the</strong> year, Equality Florida facilitatedMartin Gill and his boys’ attendance at <strong>the</strong>Easter Egg Roll <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> White House lawn. Thepicture of <strong>the</strong> two boys facing <strong>the</strong> oval officebecame a powerful emblem in <strong>the</strong> fight to end<strong>the</strong> ban. During <strong>the</strong> White House Pride eventin June, Equality Florida’s Executive DirectorNadine Smith was able to place that pictureand a note in President Barack Obama’shand and ask for his help in denouncing antigayadopti<strong>on</strong> law. The President promised toread <strong>the</strong> note and White House staff followedup <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> request.“We are thrilled that <strong>the</strong> President madegood <strong>on</strong> his promise by inviting Martin andhis partner to <strong>the</strong> White House,” NadineSmith, executive director of Equality Florida.“Martin Gill is a hero to <strong>the</strong> thousands ofchildren in Florida’s foster care system wh<strong>on</strong>ow have a better chance of finding a lovingadoptive family,” said Smith. “Most of all,Martin is a fa<strong>the</strong>r who stood up and refusedto allow any<strong>on</strong>e to tear <strong>the</strong>ir family apart.”The end of <strong>the</strong> anti-gay adopti<strong>on</strong> ban, <strong>the</strong><strong>on</strong>ly such ban in <strong>the</strong> nati<strong>on</strong>, is evidence ofa dramatic shift in Florida. A recent reportby Equality Florida shows <strong>the</strong> majority ofFloridians now live in communities withinclusive anti-discriminati<strong>on</strong> policies.Major employers are also lauding <strong>the</strong> end of<strong>the</strong> adopti<strong>on</strong> ban, passage of safe schoolslaws and pro-equality local ordinances as amajor improvement in Florida’s reputati<strong>on</strong>as a welcoming and inclusive place to live,work and visit. Through Equality Florida’s“Equality Means Business” program,corporati<strong>on</strong>s such as Pepsico, Wells Fargo,Citi, and BlueCross BlueShield of Floridaare highlighting <strong>the</strong> importance and value ofrespecting diversity in Florida.Equality Florida is <strong>the</strong> largest civil rightsorganizati<strong>on</strong> dedicated to securing fullequality for Florida’s lesbian, gay, bisexualand transgender community.WELLINGTON—Internati<strong>on</strong>al Gay PoloTournament To Benefit Palm Beach CountyHuman Rights CouncilThe Gay Polo League - <strong>the</strong> world’s <strong>on</strong>lypolo league for lesbian, gay, bisexual andtransgender (LGBT) players - will return toFlorida to host <strong>the</strong>ir sec<strong>on</strong>d Internati<strong>on</strong>alGay Polo Tournament. The event will beheld at <strong>the</strong> Grand Champi<strong>on</strong>s Polo Field inWellingt<strong>on</strong> <strong>on</strong> Saturday, April 1, 2011.The Gay Polo League is a United States PoloAssociati<strong>on</strong> (USPA) official club and c<strong>on</strong>sistsof all levels of polo players, from beginnersto professi<strong>on</strong>als. The League will bring out<strong>the</strong>ir highest players to compete in a USPAgoverned tournament, comprised of twelveLeague players, and four additi<strong>on</strong>al worldclasspolo professi<strong>on</strong>als.This year, half of <strong>the</strong> m<strong>on</strong>ey raised from ticketsales will be d<strong>on</strong>ated to <strong>the</strong> Palm BeachCounty Human Rights Council (PBCHRC),a local n<strong>on</strong>-profit organizati<strong>on</strong> dedicatedto ending discriminati<strong>on</strong> based <strong>on</strong> sexualorientati<strong>on</strong>, gender identity and genderexpressi<strong>on</strong>.After last year’s tournament, PBCHRCsuccessfully lobbied <strong>the</strong> Village of Wellingt<strong>on</strong>to amend its Equal Employment Opportunitypolicy to prohibit discriminati<strong>on</strong> based <strong>on</strong>sexual orientati<strong>on</strong>, gender identity andgender expressi<strong>on</strong>.“The Gay Polo League’s selecti<strong>on</strong> ofWellingt<strong>on</strong> as <strong>the</strong> site for an internati<strong>on</strong>alLGBT event encouraged <strong>the</strong> Council toask <strong>the</strong> Village to adopt a more inclusiveemployment,” said Council President RandHoch. “We also took <strong>the</strong> opportunity to askWellingt<strong>on</strong> to c<strong>on</strong>sider offering domesticpartner benefits for Village employees.”PBCHRC c<strong>on</strong>tinues to work with <strong>the</strong> Village<strong>on</strong> domestic partnership issues.“The Palm Beach County Human RightsCouncil is h<strong>on</strong>ored to be in partnershipwith <strong>the</strong> Gay Polo League for this incredibleevent,” said Hoch.WASHINGTON, D.C.—From Nati<strong>on</strong>al Centerfor Lesbian Rights (NCLR) Major FederalIncome Tax Changes for Same-Sex Couplesfor 2010 Tax Returns A Special to On <strong>the</strong>Docket by Karen K. Stogdill, CEBS, EA andDeb Kinney, Esq.In a major victory for <strong>the</strong> lesbian, gay,bisexual, and transgender community, <strong>the</strong>Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announcedin May 2010 that it will recognize <strong>the</strong>community property rights granted by statesto same-sex couples in state-registereddomestic partnerships, civil uni<strong>on</strong>s, andmarriages just as it does for opposite-sexmarried couples. Currently, <strong>the</strong> states thatboth legally recognize same-sex couplesand grant community property rights areCalifornia, Nevada, and Washingt<strong>on</strong>. While<strong>the</strong> IRS did not go so far as to recognize<strong>the</strong> relati<strong>on</strong>ship status, this recogniti<strong>on</strong> hasmany positive c<strong>on</strong>sequences. As a resultof being able to split community propertyincome, many couples—though not all—willpay less federal income tax. Whe<strong>the</strong>r anyparticular couple will pay less tax depends<strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir particular circumstances, and somecouples may owe more in federal taxes.The IRS announced that <strong>the</strong> changes, whilemandatory for 2010 tax returns and futurePromoting understanding,equal rights and diversitythrough support groups,community activitiesand scholarships.Every<strong>on</strong>e is welcome!Meetings 7pm:2 nd M<strong>on</strong>day and 4 th Tuesdayevery m<strong>on</strong>th atUnity Center of Vero Beachof Vero Beach950 43rd Ave.PO Box 650533Vero Beach, FL 32965-0533772-778-9835www.VeroBeachPFLAG.orgyears, can be applied retroactively for 2007,2008, and 2009 tax returns if desired. Taxpractiti<strong>on</strong>ers in California, Nevada, andWashingt<strong>on</strong> have been busy amending taxreturns for legally related same-sex coupleswith many of <strong>the</strong>m getting c<strong>on</strong>siderable taxrefunds, anywhere from $500 per couple toas much as $20,000 per couple, per year.You should c<strong>on</strong>sult with your tax advisorabout amending your past returns as so<strong>on</strong>as possible to see how <strong>the</strong>se changes mayaffect you. Generally, couples who benefit<strong>the</strong> most are those where <strong>the</strong>re is a largedisparity in <strong>the</strong>ir income levels. But <strong>the</strong>re areno hard and fast rules here.If you file as Head of Household (HOH) youmay need to take some specific acti<strong>on</strong> beforeDecember 31, 2010 in order to preserve yourHOH filing status.While this probably does not apply tosame-sex couples whose legal residenceis in Florida, <strong>the</strong> status of couples that werelegally married in California, Nevada orWashingt<strong>on</strong> is not clear. If you are in thatsituati<strong>on</strong> and want to explore this IRS rulingyou must c<strong>on</strong>sult both a legal expert and anIRS expert.16 <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Coast</strong> Magazine Issue #093 <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Coast</strong> Magazine Issue #093 17


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New Haven, MelbourneComputer Geek................................................................................................................................321-961-2521Emerald City................................................................................................................................................................ 321-652-5960421 S. Babcock St, MelbourneFlorida Pride Massage...................................................................................................................... 321727-8287GiGi’s Attic Thrift Boutique.......................................................................................................................................... 321-952-5656240 S. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FLHot Flixx............................................................................................................................................321-752-88053369 Sarno Rd., Melbourne, FL 32934King Center for <strong>the</strong> Performing Arts..............................................................................................321-242-22193865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32935Levelz Nightclub (1st Wednesday of each m<strong>on</strong>th <strong>on</strong>ly).............................................................................................. 321-409-53854250 West New Haven Ave, Melbourne, FL 32904Nati<strong>on</strong>al Realty/Maria Kaps......................................................................................................................................... 321-604-1151Steve Lewis/Leary Hair Design.......................................................................................................321-258-82584301 N. Wickham Rd., MelbourneThe Living Room of Brevard...........................................................................................................321-505-0077PO Box 121732, Melbourne, FL 32912-1732....................................................................www.TLRbrevard.orgPFLAG Melbourne............................................................................................................... www.MySpace.com/PFLAGmelbourneMeets m<strong>on</strong>thly <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> fourth M<strong>on</strong>day at 6:30 p.m. at Riviera United Church of Christ, 451 Riviera Drive NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905Project Resp<strong>on</strong>se............................................................................................................................. 321-724-1177745 S. Apollo, MelbourneRockItLandscaping...................................................................................................................................................... 321-327-4367Shark Pest C<strong>on</strong>trol...................................................................................................................................................... 321-872-0214David R. Stokes Plumbing, Inc. .....................................................................................................321-725-55721200 M<strong>on</strong>ument Ave. SE, Palm Bay, FLWomen’s Glass........................................................................................................................................................... 888-676-0376Vero Beach (Indian River County)AA The Sober Rainbow............................................................................................................................................... 772-538-8068Thursdays, Unity Church, 950 43rd Ave, Vero Beach..........................................................................TheSoberRainbow@aol.comDuke’s Bar in <strong>the</strong> Surf Hotel (Fridays <strong>on</strong>ly)...................................................................................772-918-4061.................................................................................................................................................www.GayVero.comPFLAG Vero Beach (2nd M<strong>on</strong> & 4th Tue, Unity Ctr, 950 43rd Ave)..............................................772-778-9835PO Box 650533, Vero Beach, FL 32965-0533....................................................... www. VeroBeachPFLAG.orgPeople Care Center.................................................................................................................................................... 772-978-0044Riverside Theatre.................................................................................................................................800-445-6754/772-231-69903250 Riverside Park Dr., Vero Beach, FL 32963Treasure <strong>Coast</strong> GLBT Social Group...................................................................................................www.TCglbtSocialGroup.comUp n Smoke......................................................................................................................................772-794-9039835 17th St, Suite 103, Vero Beach, FL 32960Ft. Pierce & Port St. Lucie (St. Lucie County) & Stuart(Martin County)All Heavenly Creatures Pet Crematory................................................................................................866-912-8470/772-878-23157664 S. US Highway 1, Port St. Lucie, FL 34953Carnival Cruise Line/Gary Robbins...................................................................................800-819-3902 x85840Crystal Tides............................................................................................................................................................... 772-334-33371958 NE Ricou Terrace, Jensen BeachFred’s Place................................................................................................................................................................ 772-286-6766Social Group in Stuart.......................................................................................................................FredsPlaceStuart@yahoo.comHaber & Associates Insurance.................................................................................................................................... 772-528-4384In Da Dog House......................................................................................................................................................... 772-464-7800936 S. US 1, Ft. Pierce, FL 34950Kelli Randell......................................................................................................................................772-215-1002Nu-2-U Boutique......................................................................................................................................................... 772-380-05512741 SE Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie, FLParty Town U.S.A........................................................................................................................................................ 772-465-52556829 S. US 1, Port St. Lucie, FLProject Resp<strong>on</strong>se........................................................................................................................................................ 772-464-04203501 Orange Ave, Ft. Pierce, FLPFLAG PSL/Treasure <strong>Coast</strong>...................................................................................................................................... 772-781-4028REBAR........................................................................................................................................................................ 772-340-77778283 Hwy 1, Fiesta Square, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952St Julian of Norwich Old Catholic Parish/Abbey......................................................................................................... 772-370-9885Services Sundays, 10 am, 7664 S. US Highway 1, Port St. Lucie, FL 34953 (house all <strong>the</strong> way in <strong>the</strong> back)Treasure <strong>Coast</strong> GLBT Social Group...................................................................................................www.TCglbtSocialGroup.comUltimate Barbers at Traditi<strong>on</strong>....................................................................................................................................... 772-345-995510474B SW Village Center Dr., Port St. LucieNorth Palm BeachD i r e c t o r yAdult Video Warehouse...................................................................................................................561-863-9997SOUND OFF<strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> forums at www.ootcmag.com20 <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Coast</strong> Magazine Issue #093 <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Coast</strong> Magazine Issue #093 21


TEA TIME c<strong>on</strong>tinued from page 19You never knowwhat to expect atMoose’s Christmasparty and this yearKevin showed off hisfiery chops.We want to thank each and every<strong>on</strong>e for inviting us to be part of your holidaycelebrati<strong>on</strong> and salute each and every<strong>on</strong>e who took <strong>the</strong> spirit of <strong>the</strong> seas<strong>on</strong>and c<strong>on</strong>tributed <strong>on</strong> <strong>on</strong>e good cause after ano<strong>the</strong>r. And sincerest wishes fora prosperous New Year! (And now we’re off to our final Christmas party).Gay Rights tidbit: Florida now ranks am<strong>on</strong>g <strong>the</strong> top five states in <strong>the</strong> nati<strong>on</strong>in protecting gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people fromdiscriminati<strong>on</strong>, according to a report released by <strong>the</strong> statewide civil rightsgroup Equality Florida. The report, Winning Equality, looks at <strong>the</strong> progressmade in Florida since <strong>the</strong> organizati<strong>on</strong> formed in 1997. It documentspro-equality successes in areas of workplace n<strong>on</strong>-discriminati<strong>on</strong>, familyrecogniti<strong>on</strong>, and school safety, while also highlighting that <strong>the</strong> organizati<strong>on</strong>has defeated anti-LGBT legislative efforts in every sessi<strong>on</strong> over <strong>the</strong> past13 years.Looking at <strong>the</strong> status of GLBT people in Florida this becomes a soberingstatistic. We may have come a l<strong>on</strong>g way but <strong>the</strong> journey has much fur<strong>the</strong>rto go.b u s i n e s s p l a c eSteve LewisLeary Hair Design Master Stylist4301 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne, FL321–258–8258Tuesday-Saturday 9 am to 5 pmEvening hours by appointmentDavid R. Stokes PlumbingPh<strong>on</strong>e 321-725-5572www.StokesPlumbing.comInc.FL: RS11067188 DC # 797Brevard: PL324 VA# 2710 030292 FAST & SPEEDY SERVICEMD# 15483 WSSC# 01216 Over 40 years in <strong>the</strong> TradeDE# 846BC# 420A1200 M<strong>on</strong>ument Ave. SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909WHEN YOU NEED TO TALK...Melanie Goff, LCSW, ACSWLic. No. SW4536PSYCHOTHERAPY FOR INDIVIDUALS AND COUPLESCOCOA VILLAGE, FL(321) 639-0097SLIDING SCALE FEESGLBT OPEN & AFFIRMINGEVENING & SAT APPOINTMENTSPortraitsandCandid PhotographyLee A. Newell II772-663-3450photo@LAN2.netGraphics producti<strong>on</strong>for posters, POP,advertising and webEvery<strong>on</strong>e had a great time atKevin&J<strong>on</strong>&Michael&Jeffry’sparty. You shoulda been <strong>the</strong>re!D<strong>on</strong>’t see your event menti<strong>on</strong>ed? Did you tell me about it? I’m a fairy, not a seer, silly! Let me know, dropa line to MissT@ootcmag.comUp n Smoke in Vero Beach has all your smoking needs including tobacco and rolling machineswith cigarette paper and filter packages. Stop in and check out <strong>the</strong> wide variety of smokingsupplies!Do you want additi<strong>on</strong>al income?Can you sell?Selling advertising in <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Coast</strong><strong>magazine</strong>. <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g>standing opportunity withcommissi<strong>on</strong> rates up to 25%! Must be aself-starter, previous sales experiencerequired.Account executives need in all areas• Brevard County● Greater St. Lucie County including Indian River and MartinSend your qualificati<strong>on</strong>s tosales@ootcmag.com<strong>on</strong><str<strong>on</strong>g>OUT</str<strong>on</strong>g><strong>the</strong>COA S Tm a g a z i n e22 <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Coast</strong> Magazine Issue #093 <str<strong>on</strong>g>Out</str<strong>on</strong>g> <strong>on</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Coast</strong> Magazine Issue #093 23


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