Holy crap! It’s a three-day weekend! Do you have special plans? You should! Take a look at my social calendar below and choose a few days that are sure to make your Labor Day weekend extra special. Come on out and have some fun with me! Before doing that, however, let’s read a letter from a reader who is thinking about “coming out” this Labor Day in a different way entirely.
Dear Ruthie,
What is the best age to come out as gay to your parents? (Selfie attached.)
Help!
Curious Kevin
Dear Kevin,
Thanks for the pic. You’re a real sweetie pie. To return the favor, I’ve created flyers with your picture and added a caption: “Kevin is stepping out...of the closet!” I have plastered your neighborhood, church, former high school, gas station, McDonalds and all the ATMs in a four-mile radius with them. You’ll never have to think about telling your folks that you like guys because the rest of the neighborhood will tell them for you. You’re welcome.
Of course, there is no target age when it comes clueing in your parents (or anyone, really) about your sexuality. You need to make that decision when it feels right for you, sweetie. Listen to your heart and take that step when doing so feels like the right thing to do. When the time is right, tell them...or simply hand one of them this article right before they head into the john. Your call, sweetie.
Ruthie’s Social Calendar
Aug. 31—Marvel Comix Party at D.I.X. Milwaukee (739 S. First St.): Sailor Moon takes centerstage during this cosplay and comics party at 10 p.m. A cosplay-themed drag show, dancing and more make D.I.X. the place to be this Friday night.
Sept. 1—Outdoor Urban Market at Milwaukee Public Market (400 N. Water St.): Growers, makers, crafters and artists come together for this late summer celebration of local wares. Enjoy the popular shops, restaurants and overall Third-Ward charm during the 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. event.
Sept. 2—Yoga with Cats at Sip & Purr Cat Café (2021 E. Ivanhoe Place): Yep, you read that right, honey. Yoga...with cats...at a café. This new hot spot has a cat lounge where you can roll out your yoga mat among the adorable, adoptable pussies. The one-hour session is open to all (over 12) and directed at all levels of expertise. Cuddle with the kitties afterward. Visit sipandpurr.com to reserve your spot.
Sept. 2—Gay Bowling League Sign Up Party at Fluid (819 S. Second St.): Free food, drink specials, raffles and so much more are in store for you this Labor Day weekend when you swing by Fluid for a 2-7 p.m. party. Learn about Wisconsin’s LGBTQ bowling league during the afternoon for fun.
Sept. 2—Rooftop Tea Dance at Hamburger Mary’s (730 S. Fifth St.): Check out the new rooftop bar at Milwaukee’s pink and purple burger palace with a 3 p.m. tea dance. Sweet tea drink specials, a DJ, dancing and the girls from the reality show “Camp Wannakiki” make it the perfect way to celebrate the long weekend. I’ll see you there, doll face!
Sept. 4—Latin Night at This Is It (418 E. Wells St.): Marcus Angel spins beats during this monthly party. Kick off the 9 p.m. event with Tito’s specialty cocktails and two-for-one tequila shots. Save even more money on your bar tab when you ask the bartender about Progressive Tuesday!
Sept. 5—Coffee Connection at North Node Clinic (231 E. Buffalo St., Suite 306): Still recovering from the long weekend? Maybe a cup of joe will pick you up! Hosted by the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce, this friendly 8-9 a.m. coffee hour can’t be beat. They supply the coffee, you supply the smiles and networking. (Okay, that sounded corny, but you get it. Free coffee; new friends; stop by.)
Want to share an event with Ruthie? Email DearRuthie@Shepex.com and follow her on Instagram @ruthiekeester and Facebook at Dear Ruthie. Don’t miss Ruthie’s new reality show, “Camp Wannakiki” on YouTube.
