I have a twin sister, Poinsettia, and a younger sister, Daisy. We couldn’t be more different, but I love those dames more than my water bra.
This is a great time to grab your sis or bro and paint the town red…LGBT style! Whether you and your sibling want to go shopping, eat, take in a movie or show, or simply enjoy a few cocktails, there’s an event for you in this week’s happenings. Check them out! Until then, let’s read a letter from a woman not too keen on her sister’s wedding plans.
Dear Ruthie,
My sister’s getting married in Jamaica, and expects my wife and me to attend. This trip will do damage to our saving account and wipe out our vacation time. We’re not in the wedding party, and I don’t know how my sister’s right-wing friends will be with a Lesbian couple along. Should we go?
—Home Body
Dear Homie,
Unless you’re the one getting hitched, destination weddings suck! They’re expensive, time consuming and inconvenient. That said, go! There’s a good chance you’ll regret missing the nuptials if you don’t go. Bite the bullet and have a nice get-away with your honey…only slightly interrupted by some lame-ass wedding.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Aug. 19: NEWaukee Night Market at West Wisconsin Avenue (Wisconsin Ave., between Second and Fourth streets): Don’t miss the shopping, food and, of course, cocktails to be had at Milwaukee’s newest hot spot! Only open once per summer month from 5 to 10 p.m., this month, you’ll find more than 80 vendors, DJs, happy hour discounts and more! See newaukee.com for additional information.
Aug. 21-23: Joint Run 2015, Northwoods Horror Story: Penitentiary in Hilbert (N8287 Highway 57, Hilbert): The Argonauts of Wisconsin, The Castaways MC of Milwaukee and The Tennessee Leather Tribe join forces for this Leather/Levi run of friendship and fellowship. The incredible camping run includes a camping space, unlimited food and beverage, nightly entertainment and more for $175. To learn more visit argonautsofwi.com.
Aug. 21, 22 & 23: ‘Movie Music Sing Along’ at Off the Wall Theatre (127 E. Wells St.): Warm up your pipes and sing along with the cast and crew of Milwaukee’s favorite black box theater, Off the Wall! This change-of-pace show only runs three days, so call 414-484-8874 for your $20 ticket today.
Aug. 22: ‘Yeah, Bro! Live!’ at ComedySportz Milwaukee (420 S. First St.): The boys of the “Yeah, Bro!” podcast are ready to release their second live show on the public. Join the crazy cast with guests, Nick Young (of “GLEE” and “So You Think You Can Dance”), Justin Barney (of 88.9 Radio) and Kyle Ullsperger (model and volleyball pro). The midnight show reviews LGBT issues and offers hilarious rounds of trivia regarding Gay history and pop culture. Call 414-272-8888 for reservations to the $10 show.
Aug. 23: H.I.T. Bowling Trip to Boy’s Town Chicago (meet at College Avenue Park & Ride): The H.I.T. board takes their show on the road for a Sunday Funday you won’t forget! Enjoy a bus ride to Chicago where you can shop, eat, drink or all of the above! Next, meet up with the gang for Show Tune Sunday at Sidetrack Video Bar. A $45 ticket includes the noon bus ride to Boy’s Town and onboard cocktails. The bus leaves Chicago at 9:15 p.m. For reservations, contact Rick at 414-477-6565.
Aug. 23: Mr. Gay WI USofA/Mr. Gay WI USofA At-Large Pageant at Montage Lounge (801 S. Second St.): Grab your eyeliner and straighten your sequin lapels because it’s time to usher in a new Mr. Gay WI USofA! Best of all, this 9:30 p.m. pageant includes the crowning of Mr. Gay WI At-Large. The $10 cover gets you in on the excitement.
Aug. 25: Out in the Kitchen at Pier Wisconsin (500 N. Harbor Drive): Wisconsin’s LGBT Chamber of Commerce and Pick ’n Save pair up for this tasty tribute to Milwaukee’s finest foodies. A $35 ticket gives you access to enticing edibles from numerous Cream City eateries, caterers and more. The delicious fun runs 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. See the events area of wislgbtchamber.com.
Aug. 25: Drag Me to Hell Double Feature at Riverwest Public House (815 E. Locust St.): Queer Tuesdays at Riverwest Public House offers a double movie feature this week. Local horror maven Veruca Voorhees and Cream City songstress Dora Diamond serve a bit of drag at 9 p.m. before the first of two horror movie showings—Demons and Night of the Demons. Have a hell of a time at the 21-and-older screening.
Want to share an event with Ruthie? Email DearRuthie@Shepex.com or catch her on Twitter at @DearRuthie.
