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Author, Sex-Advice Columnist, Podcaster, Pundit, and Public Speaker - Dan Savage
DAN SAVAGE is a writer, TV personality, and activist best known for his political and social commentary, as well as his honest approach to sex, love and relationships.
Savage’s sex advice column, “Savage Love,” is syndicated in newspapers and websites throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. He is the Editorial Director of The Stranger, Seattle’s weekly alternative newspaper, and his writing has appeared in publications including The New York Times, The New York Times Magazine, GQ, Rolling Stone, The Onion, and on Salon.com. "Savage Love," Dan's sex-advice column, first appeared in the The Stranger, Seattle’s alternative weekly, in 1991. The column is now syndicated to more than 50 papers across the United States and Canada. Dan has published six books. His newest book, American Savage, will be published in May of 2013. In 2010 Dan and his husband Terry Miller founded the It Gets Better Project. The IGBP has gathered tens of thousands of videos from people all over the world offering hope to LGBT kids. The book--It Gets Better: Coming Out, Overcoming Bullying, and Creating a Life Worth Living—was a New York Times best seller. In 2012 the It Gets Better Project was awarded an Emmy. Dan is a regular contributor to public radio's This American Life. He is a also a frequent guest on The Colbert Report, Real Time with Bill Maher, and other television programs. In the fall of 2011 MTV filmed Dan as he toured colleges performing "Savage Love Live," the live version of his sex-advice column. That tour became the basis for the 2012 MTV program "Savage U." In 1996 Dan launched the Savage Lovecast, a weekly, call-in advice podcast. It is now one of iTunes top 50 podcasts. Dan’s graphic, pragmatic, and humorous advice has changed the cultural conversation about monogamy, gay rights, religiosity, and politics. Dan lives in Seattle with his husband, their son, and a one-eyed, deaf poodle named Stinker.
Win a pair of tickets to see Dan Savage and a
One Night Stay at the W Boston Hotel
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Treat yourself to luxury! Visit the Connextions Magazine booth at the GLBT Expo in NYC on March 22nd and you could win a 3-night stay at one of the many luxurious Swank properties. From brownstone's to penthouses and condo's, Swank Properties offers conveniently located, spacious living with all the comforts of home. Modern amenities in a clean and stylishly space is just the beginning. Lance Swank and his team are dedicated to ensuring a great stay. The winner will picked and announced on March 22nd at the Connextions Magazine booth inside The Original GLBT Expo at the Javits Center in New York City. For more details on the expo, click here. To visit Swank Properties website, click here. Provincetown For Women & Lesbian Nightlife Present: Memorial Day Weekend for Women in Provincetown, MA May 23-27, 2013 Annual FREEDOM Party Cruise Anchors 3 Days of Fun in the Sun Provincetown, MA – A party cruise for women and a classic beach clambake highlight the 2013 Memorial Day Weekend for Women in Provincetown May 23-27. Described as "Spring Break for young lesbians," this increasingly popular weekend draws thousands of women annually for an unrivalled series of sizzling events. Hosted by Provincetown For Women and Lesbian Nightlife, this year’s festivities include the FREEDOM Party Cruise, back by popular demand, 1-3:30pm on Saturday, May 25. Dance a sultry summer afternoon away aboard the Bay State Cruise Company’s Provincetown II (also known as “the slow ferry”). Enjoy DJs and special celebrity guests, sip delicious beverages, and take in breath-taking views of the Cape Cod coastline and the shimmering waters of Provincetown Bay. This 2 ½-hour party cruise sets sail from MacMillan Wharf in Provincetown. Get tickets while they last! This year also marks Provincetown’s first Memorial Day for Women New England Clambake by the sea at 6pm on May 25. Guest can choose an entree of a lobster, steak or chicken, served hot and delicious with clams, clam chowder, potatoes, a drink of your choice, and more. As the sun sets over Provincetown, fire pits will be lit for a festive beachside evening with friends. Join Provincetown for Women, Lesbian Night Life and The Crown & Anchor for an evening to remember. Dance parties round out the weekend for revelers. LesbianNightlife.com will co-produce five of the weekend’s parties, including CRAVE Friday (9pm-1am, 5/24), REBEL Saturday (9pm-1am, 5/26) and REHAB Pool Party Sunday (12-5pm, 5/26) at The Crown & Anchor. The annual wet and wild FOAM PARTY, the weekend’s closing party, takes place Sunday evening (9pm-1am, 5/26). For a complete schedule and tickets: http://www.provincetownforwomen.com/ptown-memorial-day-weekend Summer 2013 with Provincetown For Women: Four popular summer events for lesbians and their friends taking place in Provincetown again this year are expected to draw more than 15,000 women, making P-town the most popular travel destination for lesbians. Single Women's Weekend, May 17-19: www.SingleWomensWeekend.com Memorial Day Weekend, May 23-27: http://www.provincetownforwomen.com/memorial-day-weekend/events-schedule National Women of Color & Friends Weekend, May 30-June 2: www.WomenOfColorWeekend.com Girl Splash: The Summer Event for Women, July 23-27: www.Girl-Splash.com The non-stop Summer 2013 programming specifically tailored to women ranges from all-lesbian cruises, whale watches, dances, beach gatherings and pool parties to world-renowned lesbian entertainment, wine tasting and meet-up events. Single Women’s Weekend, Women of Color & Friends Weekend, and Girl Splash are supported in part by the Provincetown Tourism Fund. All of the events are sponsored in part by The Provincetown Visitor Services Board, Olivia Cruises, The Crown & Anchor, ABSOLUT® Vodka and others. About Lynette Molnar, Founder of Provincetown For Women: Single Women's Weekend, Women of Color Weekend and Girl Splash, along with Provincetown's December celebration Holly Folly, were dreamed up by Provincetown For Women’s founder Lynette Molnar, who devotes her professional life to creating unique events for women. “Lesbians sometimes wonder where to actually find the ‘community’ everyone talks about,” she said. “Especially for women living outside urban areas. Even in cities like Boston, New York, Miami, Los Angeles and San Francisco, it can be difficult to feel like you’re part of a larger whole. Provincetown For Women creates opportunities for women to come together and feel the power and energy of gatherings of large numbers of women, fueled by P-town’s trademark no-holds-barred approach to community and fun.” A savvy entrepreneur, promoter, professional photographer and activist, Molnar has also contributed to the community through her volunteer work with The Human Rights Campaign, GLAAD, NCLR, The Task Force, Fenway Community Health and many other important nonprofit LGBT organizations. She is the recipient of numerous honors and awards, including NGLTF’s Community Service Award. Molnar has been named one of GO Magazine’s Top 100 Women We Love – an annual list of politicians, entertainers and entrepreneurs making a difference – along with such luminaries as Ellen DeGeneres, Rachel Maddow, Cynthia Nixon, Cherry Jones, Portia de Rossi and Tammy Baldwin – as well as one of GO's Top 17 Entrepreneurs. Cape Cod Town Kicks off the Summer 2012 Season with a Host of National Awards, Cultural Milestones, Family Activities and More From the world-class nature trails and beaches of the Cape Cod National Seashore, to the lively festivals and cultural events held throughout the summer season, there is no better time to explore your Provincetown. Read on for a complete primer on Provincetown for the nature lover, the LGBT visitor, the history buff, the arts & culture enthusiast – and everyone in between. This summer, see for yourself whyGayCities.com named Provincetown the “Best Resort Town of 2011” and why Homes.com named Provincetown one of the “Top 10 Scenic Sea Sides.” For the Nature Lover Surrounded by water on three sides, Provincetown boasts the Cape Cod National Seashore, home to some of the best beaches in the country, most of which are accessible by bike trails. It is also the closest port to the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary, a federally-protected marine habitat home to whales, dolphins, sea turtles, deep sea fish and sea birds. Bay State Bike Week (May 14-21, 2012) Bay State Bike Week takes up residence in Provincetown in mid-May as a weeklong celebration of human-powered, two-wheeled transportation. Take advantage of the newly-rehabilitated, eight-mile long Province Lands Bike Trail, the first bike trail designed and constructed in a national park area, as well as a variety of activities for the cyclist. (www.baystatebikeweek.org) Whale Week (July 23-28, 2012) A weeklong celebration of family-friendly, marine-themed events, Whale Week features a build-your-own boat paddle race, arts and crafts, talks and sunset whale cruises. (www.coastalstudies.org) Harbor Week (September 1-7, 2012) The perfect way to wrap up the summer season, the Great Provincetown Schooner Regatta kicks off a week of schooner races, art exhibitions, cookouts, films, tours, parties and award ceremonies during Harbor Week. Winding down the maritime festivities is the 25th annual Provincetown Harbor Swim for Life & Paddler Flotilla (September 8), a community-building swim through the harbor that raises money for a variety of Cape Cod charities. (provincetownschoonerrace.com,swim4life.org) For the LGBT Visitor Provincetown’s reputation as a gay and lesbian mecca began in the 1920s when the town was a summer destination for artists, writers, playwrights, poets, socialists, radicals and dilettantes. This reputation was fostered throughout the 20th century thanks to summer regulars taking up permanent residency and purchasing local businesses to further entrench themselves in the town’s fabric. Today, Provincetown, the “Gayest City in the U.S.” according to the 2010 Census, attracts a wide swath of summer visitors for its annual LGBT events and festivals. Provincetown Bear Week (July 7-13, 2012) A Provincetown tradition, Bear Week celebrates the bear community and their admirers with a week of tea dances, galas, barbecues, dance parties, performances and more. (www.ptownbears.org) Provincetown Family Week (July 28 – August 4, 2012) As an organization that celebrates diversity and promotes community building for same-sex parents raising children, the Family Equality Council sponsors a week of family-oriented picnics, clambakes, activities, unity and pride parades and more. Events are open to all families. (familyequality.org) Carnival (August 12-18, 2012) Rivaling the diversity and energy of Rio, Provincetown celebrates Carnival every August with this year’s theme being “Ptown: A Space Odyssey.” Events include DJs spinning dance music, karaoke, the infamous Gay Pride Parade (August 16) with floats down Commercial Street, art exhibits, boat cruises and more. (ptown.org/Carnival) For the Arts & Culture Enthusiast Recognized as the nation’s oldest artist’s colony and as the birthplace of modern American theatre, Provincetown has inspired artists, writers and playwrights such as Hans Hofmann, Franz Kline, Mark Rothko, Edward Hopper, Tennessee Williams, Truman Capote, Norman Mailer and Michael Cunningham over the years. 14th Annual Provincetown Film Festival (June 13-17, 2012) This five-day festival features an impressive lineup of more than 50 American and international narrative films, documentaries and shorts, bringing together some of the entertainment industry’s most popular and recognized names. Honorees this year include Roger Corman receiving the 2012 Filmmaker on the Edge Award, Kirby Dick receiving the prestigious 2012 Career Achievement Award. (ptownfilmfest.org) Portuguese Festival (June 21-24, 2012) What began in 1947 as the Blessing of the Fishing Fleet to pay homage to the town’s patron St. Peter, the Provincetown Portuguese Festival has expanded into a four-day celebration of the town’s vibrant Portuguese heritage with traditional food, games, music, dance and art. (www.provincetownportuguesefestival.com) Robert Motherwell: Beside the Sea Exhibition (July 20 – September 30, 2012) Just one of the many 20th-century artists who came to call Provincetown home, Robert Motherwell was the youngest and most prolific member of the Abstract Expressionist movement, which included Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning, Mark Rothko and Franz Kline. This exhibition at the Provincetown Art Association and Museum (PAAM) marks the 70th anniversary of the artist’s first visit to Provincetown and the 50th anniversary of the creation of his Beside the Sea series, based on his experiences living Provincetown. (paam.org) 8th Annual Provincetown Jazz Festival (August 11 & 13, 2012) A three-day lineup of artists includes Washington DC musicians Sharón Clark (the vocalistJazzTimes calls “a revelation”), Paul Carr (director of the non-profit Jazz Academy in the Washington, DC area) and Joe McCarthy (Grammy Award-winning drummer, producer and bandleader of Afro Bop alliance, and chief in charge of the US Naval Academy Jazz Ensemble). (provincetownjazzfestival.org) 7th Annual Tennessee Williams Theater Festival (September 20-23, 2012) A celebration of Tennessee Williams’ legacy, this three-day festival features nine innovative productions from as near as Boston and as far as Italy. (twptown.org) Nationally-Known Performers (throughout the summer) Provincetown’s reputation for attracting top-tier talent continues this summer with scheduled appearances and performances by Whoopi Goldberg, Bruce Vilanch, Margaret Cho, Kate Clinton, Patti LuPone, Betty Buckley and more. For the History Buff Provincetown is rich with historical significance as the site of the Pilgrims’ first landing in the New World when they arrived from England on the Mayflower. Independence Day Weekend (July 3-5, 2012) Provincetown teems with Fourth of July activities and celebrations. Set off over Provincetown Harbor, the annual fireworks display is the culmination of a weekend of parades, bands, live music and performances. (www.provincetowntourismoffice.org) In the Path of the Pilgrims (throughout the summer) A new walking tour that traces the path the Pilgrims took upon their 1620 landing in Provincetown, their three exploratory treks throughout the Lower Cape, and their subsequent signing of the Mayflower Compact, the first written declaration of a democratic commonwealth in the New World. (www.capehistorymuseums.org) Historic Walking Tour (throughout the summer) Available as a mobile app (with voice-over narration) or brochure, this 50-site self-guided walking tour leads visitors past icons of early- and mid-20th century residential architecture, famous artist and playwright homes, as well as historic whaling captain homes from the 19th century. (provincetowntourismoffice.org) About Provincetown Located 120 miles from Boston along the National Seashore on the outer most tip of Cape Cod, Provincetown is a year-round destination with a fascinating history and extraordinary offerings. From incredible beaches and boundless natural beauty to an eclectic arts and culture scene and world-class dining and shopping, Provincetown offers something for each of the diverse visitors it hosts throughout the year. Provincetown is the proud recipient of the following honors and designations over the last two years: America’s Most Dog-Friendly City (Dog Fancy, 2010), the Gayest City in America (U.S. Census, 2010), Best Resort Town (GayCities.com, 2011), Top 10 Scenic Seasides (Homes.com, 2012), Best U.S. Destination to Get Married (Grindr, 2012). For more information visit: www.provincetowntourismoffice.org Don't miss Boston's premier food and wine event featuring 40+ restaurants, Taste of the South End! Taste will take place in the evening on Tuesday, March 6 at the Boston Center for the Arts. A night you won't forget at the Boston Center for the Arts, Taste of the South End benefits the AIDS Action Committee of MA. For under $100, you can experience unlimited food and wine sampling from Boston's best kitchens. For slightly more, you can experience Taste of the South End as a VIP, gaining early entry to the tasting room and enjoying special benefits like the VIP lounge and access to our after-party next door at The Beehive. As the largest AIDS organization in New England, AIDS Action Committee is leading the fight to end the epidemic right here at home. Buy your tickets now, or explore our site to learn more. Details March 6, 2012 General Admission: 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm VIP Admission: 6:00 pm The Cyclorama at the Boston Center for the Arts 539 Tremont Street, Boston LGBT Business Networking with Chaz Bono - Largest Event of its kind in New England - March 28, 20122/17/2012 Join Keynote Speaker Chaz Bono, and more than 1,000 local lgbt corporate professionals at Boston Spirit's upcoming networking night, the largest business oriented lgbt event in New England. When: March 28th, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Where: Boston Marriott Copley Place Join Boston Spirit magazine for their 5th Annual LGBT Executive Networking Night. The event will feature our 2012 Keynote Speaker Chaz Bono! In February, 2011 more than 1,000 local lgbt corporate professionals attended this event making it the largest LGBT business event in New England … don’t be left out in 2012. If you are looking for a job, looking to change jobs, looking to network with other lgbt professionals, or just mix and mingle this is the place to be. You must RSVP to attend this event. Click here to RSVP. $10 suggested admission at the door, partial proceeds will be donated to area non-profits. Melissa Ferrick, with her impressive 20 year career in the music industry is due to release her next album “Still Right Here” on September 13, 2011 via MPress Records. Still Right Here is Ferrick’s first studio record in five years, and boasts guest vocals from friend and often tour mate, Ani DiFranco and guitar work from the incredible Kaki King. Read full article, featuring: photos, tour dates and exclusive commentary from Melissa: http://www.calameo.com/read/000390467cfedfbe1fe51 |
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