Philadelphia: A haven within a hell?
By Angela Giampolo | Jul 3
EDGE Philadelphia’s new legal columnist examines how Philadelphia compares with the rest of Pennsylvania in terms of protections for its LGBT residents.
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McDonald’s Stands Up to Anti-Gay Group
By Kilian Melloy | Jul 3
The anti-gay American Family Association, which condemns gay and lesbian family causes like marriage equality, has called for a boycott of fast-food chain restaurant McDonald’s.
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A Wolf at the Table: A Memoir of My Father
By Kilian Melloy | Jul 3
Augusten Burroughs’ new book is dark and scary, trembling with anguish and pain long unsoothed rather than laughing nervously at the craziness of his life; but somehow, he makes that okay, too.
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Newcomers revive men’s fashion in Paris
By Joelle Diderich | Jul 4
A trio of newcomers breathed new life into Paris menswear on Friday, with displays that ran the gamut from sober minimalism to Gothic excess. Riccardo Tisci, who has been heading the women’s division at Givenchy since 2005, presented his first men’s collection for the French label.
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Tease :: June 22, 2008
Jun 25
It was, in fact, a star-studded affair, bringing notable guests from all over Philadelphia to the Ritz Carlton Ballroom to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Ettore Spa and Salon. Hosted by Noel Zayas along with brothers Ettore and Gary Mastroddi and benefitting the Attic Youth Center, the night featured fashion, dancing, and fun. Here are the pics!
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Philly hit list: July 3
By Matthew Ray
The cradle of American liberty will ring in the Fourth unlike any other city this weekend.
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Twelfth Night
By Jim Rutter | Jun 25
The Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival presents Shakespeare’s "Twelfth Night," a riotous romp through the pranks and mistaken romances of Illyria. Four outstanding comedic performances ensure that the wit consistently crackles and the laughter rarely stops.
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2008 Philadelphia Pride Parade
The 2008 Philadelphia Gay Pride parade enjoyed beautiful (if overwarm) weather, fabulous marshals including Ron Sy and Tami Sortman, the presence of the hysterical Bruce Vilanch, and thousands of cheering fans throughout the Gayborhood and along Market Street. EDGE has the photos!
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Scientists: Watermelon yields Viagra-like effects
By Betsy Blaney | Jul 3
A slice of cool, fresh watermelon is a juicy way to top off a Fourth of July cookout and one that researchers say has effects similar to Viagra - but don’t necessarily expect it to keep the fireworks all night long.
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Past Perfect:: The 2008 Mercedes-Benz C300 Sport
By Joe LaMuraglia | Jul 2
In Hollywood’s version of a reunion, the protagonist arrives at the event in the most expensive vehicle possible, usually rented, in order to impress his former classmates. While not an S-Class, the shining red C300 Sport certainly allowed me to play the part of successful graduate for my trek back to the past.
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Travelers Give Back by Vacationing
Jul 2
With projections of online travel spending topping more than 125 billion a year by 2011, travelers have found a new way to direct some of that money to the nonprofit of their choice through GoodShop.com.
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The Gay Ghetto Top 10 for 2008
Jul 1
GLBT towns, cities, villages, ghettos, enclaves, districts, quarters, and neighborhoods are referred to with various descriptive words. But they all represent blossoming pride, celebration, and reliable real estate value.
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Alegria Pride 2008 :: Photo Album
Jul 2
With massive air-conditioning ductwork snaking up the facade of Webster Hall from the street below, anyone on the outside could see that the scene inside Alegria Pride 2008 would be Stygian-and it was: steamy hot, dark, and hard. With three deejays working three separate rooms and boyz from around the globe overflowing the labyrinthine dance floors, staircases, and hallways, Alegria Pride 2008 was a gargantuan affair-and a testament to promoter Ric Sena’s bold vision in the face of Manhattan’s nightlife paroxysms. One thing’s for certain: Alegria’s got a new home.
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Even Minus Trans Fats, The Pastry Is Tasty
Jul 4
Making cannoli is serious business in New York. It’s a dessert so tempting that even a hit man in the "Godfather" couldn’t leave a box behind. But even the most respected chefs of this and other pastries are being ordered to make changes by Tuesday - the day New York’s trans fat ban takes full effect.
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Saturday, July 12th
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7:00pm
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1960’s Shore Sensation! :: at New Jersey
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Sunday, July 13th
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9:00pm
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Pride Idol Finale :: at Baxter’s Lounge & Restaurant - Wilmington, DE
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Tuesday, July 15th
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6:30pm
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Sake on the deck @ Azie :: at Azie Restaurant, 217 West State Street, Media, PA 19063
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Friday, July 18th
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7:00pm
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Men’s Cuddle Party :: at Sharon Hill (Near the airport), Philadelphia, PA
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