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COLLARED… BUT IN A GOOD WAYFlavio Nisti and Kitty Meow host the Miss Florida F.I. Pageant

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into the bar business right out of college; working at Gentry in Chicago and HG Roosters in Palm Beach FL before mov-ing to Los Angeles and managing Micky’s Nightclub and The Apache. Padgett had a successful consulting career working in Atlanta and Tokyo before he gave it all up to be with his first husband on his farm in Tennessee and help raise his kids.

Negrete remembers how the couple met, “I wondered ‘Who was this hot guy who seemed to have rushed into this town like a tornado?’ We would run into each other

Jackson Padgett and Mark Negrete

Photo by Big Dewitte

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From Alibi to Bill’s Filling Station whenever we went out. After about eight months, while at Boom, we both seemed to have the courage to talk.”

For his part, Padgett says he wasn’t plan-ning on a relationship, “My first husband died in 2004. I never thought I’d marry anyone again and then I met Mark a year later and here I am.”

Padgett is the numbers guy, while Ne-grete is the creative one. As Padgett says, “We separate our skills. He takes care of all the special and charity events. I take care of the numbers and pay attention to the money. I try to make sure we do things well enough to be successful and he tells me where he wants the profits to go.”

One of the things on which they both agree is a commitment to give back to the community. Negrete sums up his philoso-phy, “Living through the ‘80s and losing friends to AIDS and having the government act as if you didn’t exist at the time made me realize that we had a responsibility to take care of each other.”

Padgett expands on their shared phi-losophy, “We give back; we have to. It’s our responsibility.” Later in our conversa-tion, after a little prodding for specifics, he added, “We give almost $300,000 a year to charitable organizations such as Broward House, Care Resource, Kids in Distress, and others. People depend on us to be leaders of the community. If we don’t do some-thing, no one else will. Our feeling is that if we treat the community well and take care of them, they will take care of us.”

Neither one thought about being com-munity leaders when they bought their first bar. As Padgett put it, “I built seven of the finest resorts in the world in my 25 years in the hotel industry. I’m very good about putting together strong teams and decided that I wanted to get into business for myself instead of making money for other people.”

Negrete adds, “Jackson and I thought about buying a bar since our management schedules left us little time to be together.”

Being partners in both business and life can be incredibly challenging, and both Negrete and Padgett admit that there have been some bumpy patches while navigating that road. “It’s been difficult. We certainly had our trials and tribulations, but we learned that we have the utmost respect

for one another--not only as life partners, but as partners,” says Padgett. “Mark is an incredibly wonderful and talented man and I have the utmost admiration for him. It took me a while to get to that point, because honestly, I was used to being the center of attention. I think what happens with Mark is that he tends to end up in the shadows. I’m a big guy who commands a presence and unfortunately Mark doesn’t get the recognition he deserves.”

“I’m somewhat of a shy person but my training in theater has helped me to step out of my comfort zone to deal with the many situations that come up,” admits Negrete.

Both emphasize the importance of find-ing a balance in their lives. “The hardest thing (is) taking the time to wind down and separate yourselves from the craziness. It’s important to leave the work at the office and not talk about it at dinner,” explains Negrete. “I’m always 2-3 months ahead of myself in setting up events and performers, so sometimes I lose living in the moment because I’m setting up for Halloween or Christmas or Gay Pride.”

“Sometimes I miss our corporate life when we would come home and just talk about our jobs, our day, the people we worked with. It’s sometimes very difficult for me,” Padgett reveals.

When asked to what they attribute their incredible success in such an unpredictable economy, their responses mirror their focus on the business. Negrete focuses on the more public aspects of the business, “Our se-cret is our staff and entertainment! The best I’ve have ever worked with. We have had Lady Gaga to RuPaul to Leslie Jordan. We also feature the best local talents--Jennifer McClain, Florida’s own Dame Edna, Lenora Jaye and Nikki Adams! We are always look-ing to bring fun events and new entertain-ment to the Drive.” Padgett agrees with Negrete’s summation, while adding their great team of loyal, dedicated employees.

Both agree, however, that all of the crazi-ness and stress is worth it. Says Negrete: “The most rewarding part of running the bar is being so involved in our community and getting those emails about what a great time a visitor had at our establish-ments, and how they can’t wait to come back to see us again.”

Visit Alibi on a Thursday night, and you will no doubt see them sitting at the

main bar surrounded by a gaggle of admir-ers, ordering shots for their customers. Friday and Saturday, move across the street to their other place--Bill’s Filing Station, the one-time Chardee’s Club that they bought out years ago. But who are these pillars of the Drive—Jackson Padgett and Mark Negrete?

They are complementary opposites, that’s who. Negrete is a Yankee, having grown up in Chicago. Padgett is a good ol’ southern boy born in South Carolina. Negrete went

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_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Thursday 8/21The Philadelphia Story

o “The Philadelphia Story,” playing at the Arts Garage Radio Theatre, is a radio play based on the classic fi lm. Arts Garage Radio Theatre uses scripts adapted from classic movies during the heyday of radio. They’re performed live, with performers utilizing specially designed sound effect devices, providing a nostalgic journey to the past with a modern twist. “The Philadelphia Story” tells the tale of a socialite whose wedding plans are complicated by the simultaneous arrival of her ex-husband and a tabloid magazine journalist. If unable to attend, each play is recorded and posted at www.artsradionetwork.com. 7:30 p.m. Arts Garage. 180 NE First St. Delray Beach. 33444.

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Friday 8/22Mobile DeathCamp

o Not to be confused with Jack Kevorkian’s travel-ing van, Mobile DeathCamp is actually a heavy metal band created by former GWAR member, Todd Evans. Evans played Beefcake the Mighty

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for seven years before deciding to retire the metal costumes in order to focus on Mobile DeathCamp. Their music is a combination of old-school speed metal, accompanied by distortion and indecipher-able growls. Based out of Toledo, Ohio, the band comprises of Evans, Boe Skadeland, and Chad Smith. They have been receiving more attention lately through music festivals and relentless tour-ing. 7:00 p.m. Revolution Live. 100 SW Third Ave. Fort Lauderdale. 33312.

Mermaid Show at Wreck Bar

o Truly a South Florida original event, the Mermaid Show at Wreck Bar consists of a series of mermaids swimming by the bar’s many ship windows to wave, blow kisses, and enchant awe-struck guests. Dinner is available along with a vast selection of drinks from the bar. The short though magical show is one of the more unique “fi nds” of Fort Lauderdale and continuously charms every Friday and Saturday night. 5:30 p.m. The Wreck Bar. 1140 Seabreeze Blvd. Fort Lauderdale. 33316.

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Saturday 8/23The Pure Zeppelin Experience

o Led Zeppelin was certainly one of the biggest bands of the 1970’s, creating such smash songs as “Stairway to Heaven” and “Kashmir.” The Pure

Mermaids, Zeppelins and PussycatsBY PATRICK ROBERTS

The Pure Zeppelin Experience(Courstesy of zep2.com)


Zeppelin Experience was created to accurately and mesmerizingly portray Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Bonham, and John Paul Jones. This imitation includes spot-on vocals, guitar, bass, drums, and keyboards combined with the group’s legendary stage persona. For those not alive in the 1970’s or who unfortunately missed some of Zeppelin’s electric live shows, the Pure Zeppelin Experience is a perfect simulacrum with proceeds benefiting the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Florida. 8:00 p.m. Parker Playhouse. 707 NE Eighth St. Fort Lauder-dale. 33304.

What’s New, Pussycat?

o This musical revue features the great music of the 1960s. Originally envisioned as just a revue of Burt Bacharach songs, creators Michael Leeds and choreographer Kevin Black couldn’t help but be entranced by other songs of the era. Thus, “What’s New, Pussycat? The Soundtrack of an Era” was born, featuring the music of Petula Clark, Dusty Springfield, Ray Charles, Simon & Garfunkel, The Mamas & the Papas, the Beach Boys, the Four Seasons, and many more. 8:00 p.m. Broward Stage Door Theatre. 8036 W. Sample Road. Coral Springs. 33065.

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Sunday 8/24Tori Amos

o Tori Amos came to prominence in the mid-1990s with her lyrically provocative, sensitively written music. Songs questioning God’s motives or an acapella description of rape made Tori Amos one of the voices of angsty generation X. Classic albums like “Under the Pink,” “Little Earth-quakes,” and “Boys for Pele” established her as a commercial and critical success. She is also a classi-cally trained pianist with a mezzo-soprano vocal range. Tonight her piano playing and vocal chops will be on full display in Miami Beach. 8:00 p.m. The Fillmore Miami Beach. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach. 33139.

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Monday 8/25Pass It On

o The gay community suffers from addiction issues, such as alcoholism, at a surprisingly higher rate than the heterosexual community. The many LGBT Alcoholics Anonymous programs throughout

THE WEEKgayborhoods of the United States have supported countless numbers of addicts struggling with alcoholism. “Pass It On” is a play that details the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous. Set in the late ‘40s, the two-man show details the conflicts and triumphs that Bill W. and Dr. Bob encountered while creating the most famous 12-step program of all time. The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence puts on the production that stars Broadway actors Gary Kimble and Will Stutts. 2:00 p.m. Crest Theatre. 51 N. Swinton Ave. Delray Beach. 33444.

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Tuesday 8/26Summer Dinner for Two Special at Sublime

o Sublime has maintained its stature as the greatest vegan restaurant in South Florida for many years. Nestled on US-1 between a series of mini-malls, Sublime’s elegant atmosphere and delicious, animal-cruelty free food has flourished among both the vegetarian/vegan community and its allies. This summer Sublime is offering an off-season special from Tuesday through Thursday. A forty-dollar four-course meal for two includes a soup, salad, entrée, and dessert. The best part: guests can enjoy the food knowing that 100% of the profits benefit organizations that promote animal welfare and a vegan lifestyle. 5:30 p.m. Sublime. 1431 North Federal Highway. Fort Lau-derdale. 33304.

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Wednesday 8/27The Mix

o Asian tapas lounge Dapur hosts this month’s premiere LGBTQ networking event, The Mix. Each month, Guy Magazine and the Wilton Manors De-velopment Alliance present two hours of cocktails and hors d‘oeuvres for Wilton Manors’ busi-ness professionals. Rub shoulders with lawyers, advertising agents, writers from this magazine, and many other successful professionals from our glittering community. The Mix allows for new busi-ness opportunities and chances to grow start-ups. This week’s Mix also offers a chance to win a $500 advertising certificate with Guy Magazine and The Agenda. Come enjoy a few drinks and strong connections. 6:30 p.m. Dapur. 1620 N. Federal Highway. Fort Lauderdale. 33305.


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Give and Takeby GreGG Shapiro

The film version of “The Giver” (TWC), based on the cherished dys-topian Y/A novel by Lois Lowry that pre-

dates “The Hunger Games” and “Divergent” by nearly 20 years, does a first-rate job of including Oscar-winning actors, such as Meryl Streep and Jeff Bridges, alongside promising younger talent to bring this tale of memory and manipulation to the big screen. A pet project of Bridges’, who plays the titular char-acter, a role he originally wanted for his late father Lloyd, “The Giver” has plenty to offer.

Following The Ruin of the future, communi-ties were constructed in which people minded the border, obeyed the curfew, followed every rule and did the job they were assigned. All of this and more was done in an effort to eliminate the conflicts, wars and annihilation of the past. In a (literally) black & white world where being different was frowned upon, Jonas (Brenton Thwaites) saw things differ-ently. It was something he couldn’t share with his mother (Katie Holmes in all her “Stepford” glory), father (Alexander Skarsgård), sister Lilly (Emma Tremblay) or best friends Asher (Cam-eron Monaghan) and Fiona (Odeya Rush).

Jonas isn’t the only one aware of his differ-ence and at the Ceremony of Advancement, held for teens his age to get their work assign-ments, Jonas is singled out by the ominous Chief Elder (Streep), and her equally menacing hair, to be The Receiver to Bridges’ Giver, and have all the past wisdom and memories of the world and society transmitted to him. It’s both an awesome responsibility and a luxury, as all restrictions are lifted from Jonas, as he witnesses scenes involving love (they couldn’t include a single same-gender couple?), war, religion, nature, man’s inhumanity to man, and so on. However, Jonas and the Giver must proceed cautiously considering the terrible fate met by Rosemary (Taylor Swift), the previous Receiver. As the past is revealed to Jonas, and begins to color his world, so to speak, he finds himself in an unexpected position of power.

It’s a given, if you will, that “Hunger Games” and “Divergent” fans will receive “The Giver” with open arms. Also, having a hot guy such

SCREEN SAVORas Thwaites as the lead character gives teen girls and gay guys something to look at while taking in the story, and all of its political and social implications, and the action.

The late Robin Williams was a gifted co-medic and dramatic actor. Sadly, you’d never know that by watching “The Angriest Man in Brooklyn” (Lionsgate), now on DVD + Digital, one of Williams’ final films before his untimely passing.

Told via dismal voiceovers by the titular character Henry (Williams) and a doctor

named Sharon (Mila Kunis), as well as inferior flashback sequences, “The Angriest Man in Brooklyn” is essentially about what one man thinks are his final 90 minutes alive before a brain aneurysm kills him. This movie is so awful that you might envy Henry’s plight. The supporting cast, including Melissa Leo as Henry’s estranged wife Bette, Hamish Linklater as his estranged son Tommy, Peter Dinklage as his brother Aaron, Louis C.K. as his M.I.A. doctor, James Earl Jones as an electronics store clerk (in a shockingly offensive scene involv-ing stuttering) and Richard Kind as estranged

classmate Bix is utterly wasted. Director Phil Alden Robinson (“Field of Dreams”) ought to be ashamed.

Not only is “The Angriest Man in Brooklyn” not in the least bit entertaining or amusing, it’s also shockingly prescient. Henry’s tomb-stone reads 1951-2014, the same lifespan as Williams. Following his prognosis, Henry is suicidal and even attempts to take his own life by jumping off of a bridge. The equation for comedy is supposed to be tragedy + time. There will never be enough time passing to make this bomb palatable.

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There are times when you just want to get away from it all, but don’t have the time to plan a vacation. That’s when

it’s time for a “stayacation,” acting like a tourist in your own city. Luckily you live in a city where there are tons of resorts, making it easy to get away from it all without ever leaving town. Book a room (hell go for a suite, you don’t have any travel expenses) and enjoy your hometown like a tourist. Take in a show at the Broward Center for Performing Arts, Living Arts Theater or

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the “Summer Shorts” short play festival from Island City Stage. Wander down Las Olas, eat at restaurants you’ve never tried and gener-ally just act like a tourist (hopefully you’ll drive better than they do).

The Grand Resort and Spa (539 N. Birch Rd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-630-3000) is the ar-ea’s largest gay owned and operated men’s re-sort hotel. Located just steps from the beach, it rivals the luxury and style found in most popular boutique hotels. If you’re looking for a staycation where you can be pampered, the staff at The Grand pays close personal atten-tion to guests’ desires and is available 24/7. Many guests liken the attention to that one might expect at small guesthouses. The per-sonal service has

been noted by GayTravel.net, “The genuine hospitality of their staff sets them apart from the other boutique hotels.”

It is a gay resort with its’ own full-service day spa and hair studio and can provide an experience that is unique and indulgent from a relaxing massage to facial or mani-pedi. Out Traveler Magazine declared, “One of the 10 best luxe gay spas in the U.S.” It was also named a “Top 10” for 2014 by the Travel Channel. The only gay property on this year’s list! Among the spa/resort packages available are “Romance by the Sea,” which includes two nights in a junior suite, one bedroom suite, or one bedroom penthouse, champagne or wine upon arrival, gourmet chocolates, two souvenir Grand Resort logo robes and a choice of a 50-minute couples’ massage or a 50 minute couples’ facial. The package, for couples only, ranges in price from $545-$645 depending upon room selection.

The “Quick Chill” package features three nights in a room or suite, choice of either a 50 minute Swedish or 50 minute deep tissue massage, a facial and a bottle of champagne on arrival. Prices quoted are for single occupancy and double occupancy; $533-$723 for a courtyard room, $625-$815 pool view room category, $655-$845 junior suite and $791-$981 for a one bedroom. For a longer stay, the “Get Pam-pered Getaway” includes five nights in a choice of room or suite, choice of either a 50 minute Swedish or 50 minute deep tissue massage, a facial, a choice of either a glacier salt body scrub or a “Jack Black” signature body scrub, a choice of either an exfoliating manicure or standard pedicure and a bottle of champagne on arrival. Priced from $891-$1,209 for a courtyard room, $1042-$1,359 for pool view room and $1092-$1,409 for a junior suite. Note: there are no substitutions on spa services quoted in packages. Prices quoted are in effect through Sept. 30 and include taxes, but not gratuities.

The Cabanas Guesthouse & Spa (2209 N.E. 26th St., Wilton Manors, 954-564-7764) is the only all-male, clothing optional, waterfront gay resort located in Wilton Manors. The entire resort is meticulously landscaped with royal palms, gorgeous flowers, and

lush foliage. Summer rates, good through Oct. 15 range from $99 a night to $179 a night, with discounts for longer stays. Room choices include queen standard or waterfront rooms, double standard or premium, king standard or premium waterfront rooms and one or two-bedroom suites. Each room is equipped with entertainment systems and a vast DVD library is available. The Cabanas offers kayak and bike rentals, high-speed DSL and free Wi-Fi throughout the grounds.

A variety of spa packages are available at Cabanas. The “Honeymoon Package” includes a three-night stay in a one-bedroom water-front suite and treatments for two including one hour massages, facials, body scrubs/wraps or manicures/pedicures, lunch, a dozen roses, a fruit tray, a crudite tray, as well as a Babor men’s cosmetics gift. The summer rate is $1255. For singles, the “Gentlemen’s Retreat” includes a two night stay, a one hour massage, a body wrap and an exfoliation for $370. The “Lover’s Relaxation” package includes a two-night stay, and pair of one hour massages and exfoliations/wraps. This package is available for couples only and is $490 during the summer season (a savings of more than $140 over high season). The “Cel-ebration” package features a two-night stay, a one-hour aromatherapy massage and an anti-aging facial treatment. The $370 package is based upon single accommodation. www.thecabanasguesthouse.com.

Of course, if you’re looking for a bit more of a getaway, Key West is not that long of a drive. The Equator Resort (818 Fleming St., Key West, 305-294-7775) is in the heart of Key West’s old town district on historic Fleming Street and just a short walk to Duval Street, home of fabulous restaurants and night life. Enjoy the clothing optional pool deck sipping cocktails and listening to the tropical birds and the trickling of a fountain and let the rest of the world slip away.

Room rates are the cheapest they get at this time of year, only $200 for a two-room king bed poolside suite, complete with a wet bar, or $187 for a king room with private two-man whirlpool. If you’re on a budget, a regular queen room is only $140 a night. Summer rates are in effect until Oct. 15. A quick check on Yelp featured overwhelmingly positive reviews and even mentioned that the place was dog friendly.

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Over the past decade as a fitness colum-nist, I have addressed

a wide variety of issues from how to get bigger bi-ceps, to what you need to eat to fuel monster work-outs. It’s great to know that exercise and the fitness lifestyle are still topics that people care about.

Yet along with the need to achieve healthier bodies, I have seen a disturbing trend among many guys which manifests itself in a sort of obsessive/compulsive desire to achieve “per-fect bodies” at any price. Many psychologists refer to this as “body dysmorphic disorder” or “The Adonis complex.”

Body dysmorphic disorder is a mental condi-tion that first reared its’ head with the rise of the body building community some three decades ago. The disorder has spread to the general population as the media constantly bombards us with bigger, leaner, more mus-cular images of the perfect male and female physiques. These often unrealistic and unat-tainable ideals are held up as the standards of perfection against which we measure our-selves. Victims of body dysmorphia, no matter how hard they work, are convinced that they will never be as big or important as their super hero role models. These people often resort to unhealthy behaviors like excessive and dangerous over-training, the use of anabolic performance enhancing drugs, and eating disorders, to name but a few.

In our Gay community, body dysmorphic disorder is no less prevalent than in the gener-al population. I have always expected that Gay men would be more sensitive, more accepting of themselves and others considering all we’ve been through. Yet the pursuit of the perfect body at all costs is just as disturbing. Images of youthful, perfect muscular young bodies are used to sell everything from vacation rentals to new tires for your car. Many ordinary Gay men are made to fell insignificant and left out!

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on grooming, diet, etc. In contrast, guys with body dysmorphia report spending up to five hours a day pondering these same issues. This exces-sive preoccupation with body image often causes guys to miss work, social opportunities and other obligations. And the ex-asperating conclusion to all this is that they are still

miserable and dissatisfied with their physiques.In their book, “The Adonis Complex,”

Harrison G. Pope Jr., Katharine A. Phillips and Robert Olivardia (Touchstone, $20.95) reveal the often hidden signs and symptoms of body dysmorphic disorder.

• Weight lifting and exercise com-pulsions: Working out is a healthy pursuit, but when the quest for the perfect muscular physique becomes such a single minded pur-suit that you sacrifice relationships and career goals, you are in trouble.

• Obsessive/compulsive behavior: Unlike healthy guys, those with body image problems obsessively try to fix flaws that oth-ers don’t notice or don’t exist. Depression and low self-esteem are the results.

• Eating Disorders: Millions of guys suffer from compulsive eating disorders like bu-limia and anorexia nervosa which can result in serious health problems. Countless others with milder forms of eating disorders diet and whine about being fat even when they clearly are not.

• Steroid Abuse: In an attempt to look like the latest movie action hero, millions of men – including teenagers – are abusing steroids.

A great body is an asset. But you are not just a body, you are a human being entitled to a long and healthy life filled with fine friends and great experiences.

If you are shackled by a poor body im-age, then do some reading, engage in some serious reevaluation, and if necessary, seek professional counseling.

Questions? Contact [email protected]. Call Tom (954)557-1119 to set up a free intake.

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