What's HOT South Florida :: June 23 - 28

Thursday, June 23

Join the Law Offices of George Castrataro, the LGBT Alliance and many friends and supporters for a meet and greet of Broward Sheriff, Scott Israel (Democrat) as he campaigns for re-election. The event will take place at Rosie's from 5:30-7:30 pm.

Stonewall National Museum - Wilton Manors Gallery (2157 Wilton Drive) invites everyone to Meet the Artists of Unity Coalition's TRANSART - Reception from 7-9 pm. The artists include: Visual art and jewelry by Alison Demzon, Samantha Perez, Iona Rivera, Dee Weingarden, Lukkas Wolf and Y'senia Mina. Lite refreshments provided.

Friday, June 24

"The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Man and the Silk Rodeo Ensemble" opens in Miami (AMC Sunset Place 24, Regal South Beach) and Fort Lauderdale (The Classic Gateway) today. From the director of the Oscar-winning documentary 20 Feet from Stardom and the critically acclaimed Best of Enemies, the new film The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble tells the extraordinary story of the renowned international musical collective created by legendary cellist Yo-Yo Ma. The feature-length documentary follows this group of diverse instrumentalists, vocalists, composers, arrangers, visual artists and storytellers as they explore the power of music to preserve tradition, shape cultural evolution and inspire hope.

Saturday, June 25

The original Fort Lauderdale Gay Men's Chorus presents its season finale concert at 8 pm at All Saints Episcopal Church 333 Tarpon Dr., Ft. Lauderdale. To close its 30th season, the original Fort Lauderdale Gay Men's Chorus celebrates "Living Out Loud," the commissioned work that lends its name to the concert title. Also including some favorite pieces from the last 30 years, this show is not one to be missed! Tickets are available at theftlgmc.org or by calling 954-832-0060. $25 general admission, $40 premium seating. Free parking on the church grounds!

The Ramrod invites everyone to come meet the new 2016 FLSB-FCBB title holders: Sir Kirby Florida Leather, Boy Bruce Florida Leatherboy and Amanda Florida Community Bootblack at 11 pm at the main bar at 11 pm. The night will star DJ Jeffrey Jacobs until 3 am.

Noche Latina Saturdays inside the Ivy Lounge and Patio at the Manor presents their monthly El Jimadar Salsa Dance Contest hosted by Sasha Lords with special guest Mia Patricyk with music by resident DJ Larry Larr, and hot Latin Go-Go Papi's provided by Marco Perez. Saturdays at the Manor is from 11 pm to 4 am and feature No Cover until midnight and only $5 after midnight for member and $7 for non-members.

Sunday, June 26

Miami Beach Botanical Garden welcomes Edge Zones for an afternoon of performance art as part of the Fourth Annual Miami Performance International Festival from 1-4 pm. For more information go to: Miamiperformancefestival.com. Admission is free.

Stonewall National Museum - Wilton Manors Gallery invites everyone to Unity Coalition's TRANSART Artist's Salon from 1-4 pm. Meet the Artists, Spoken Word & Writing Workshop with Y'senia Almaguer, Daliah Husu, Aryah Lester, Atticus Rank & Dee Weingarden. Light Fare & Refreshments provided.

Scandals Saloon presents their monthly Lady fancy's Gospel Jubilee at 6pm, which is a joyful celebration of Southern Gospel Music.

Monday, June 27

The Boardwalk invites you to come and support Velvet LeNore as they present a benefit for her to raise money to capture her dream of winning Miss Florida F.I. The show will start at 8 pm with a complimentary buffet at 10pm, raffles all night long, and over 20 of South Florida's top entertainers performing.

Country Queen Mondays at 8 pm at Scandals Saloon presents RaeJean as Martina Mcbride along with guests Melissa St. John and Mitzi Goldberg.

Tuesday, June 28

ViiV Healthcare invites everyone to a FREE educational HIV event starting at 6:30 pm at the Fillmore Miami Beach (1700 Washington Avenue). The event will feature inspiring stories, treatment options, local organizations, and the availability to ask questions. Call 844-524-9035 to reserve your seat.

Hot Stuff

In celebration of Marilyn Monroe's birthday month, "level2" at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is displaying artwork from Taglialatella Galleries which features the late actress and model. The eight Marilyn Monroe pieces being displayed were created by artist Russell Young, who has shown in galleries and museums in London, Paris, Vienna, Berlin, Tokyo, Singapore, New York, Detroit, Miami and Los Angeles. Young's Marilyn Monroe artwork is available for sale through the gallery with the eight pieces ranging in price from $6,500 to $30,000. Any inquiries on the artwork or where to purchase can be directed to Taglialatella Galleries at 561-833-4700 or taglialatellagalleries.com.

At Wolf Bar a newcomer for happy hour time: Norm Jeanis arriving from South Beach with his amazing experience and his sexy go-go boys... every day from 7 pm to 9 pm. Mondays and Tuesdays they will feature free pool games, video tracks, hors d'oeuvres.... and very special drink offers ... making it a happier hour for all. The smoking Lounge Bar "le Rouge" is now open on weekends (Fri-Sat-Sun) from 6pm to 12am with Pianist Kris Nicholson.... a cozy musical lounge atmosphere for those who want to relax and sip a Martini or Cosmo prepared by the experienced hands of Sam or Chandler. As always on Sunday evenings at 10:30 pm, catch the Drink'NDrag show with Nicole Halliwell and her girls.

In light of the horrific attack at the Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen are pleased to announce a special live benefit AC2 show at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, June 30. All proceeds raised will benefit the OneOrlando Fund (http://www.oneorlando.org/). Cohen, Cooper and the Dr. Phillips Center have joined together to donate services to produce the one-night-only benefit. Tickets are on sale now and start at $55 and may be purchased online at drphillipscenter.org, by calling (844) ?513-2014 or by visiting the Dr. Phillips Center Box Office at 445 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday. AC2 is an unscripted, unpredictable night of laughs and conversation with Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen (ac2live.com). The show has appeared before sell-out crowds around the country. ??

This is HOT

Multi-platinum-selling recording artist Nick Jonas released his highly-anticipated new album "Last Year Was Complicated" on Safehouse/Island Records and is available at all retailers now. "Last Year Was Complicated" features his current hit single "Close" featuring Tove Lo and is the follow up to Jonas's critically-acclaimed, platinum eponymous debut album.

Jonas will join his platinum-selling, chart-topping Safehouse Records/Island Records partner Demi Lovato on their co-headlining Honda Civic Tour: Future Nowwhich kicks off June 29th in Atlanta, GA. Jonas and Lovato will also perform live on the 43rd annual Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular on CBS On July 4th. For ticketing information and a full listing of Honda Civic Tour: Future Now concert dates please visit: http://civictour.honda.com/tour.

"Last Year Was Complicated" includes collaborations with Grammy Award-winning producer Max Martin (Taylor Swift, Ellie Goulding, The Weeknd), writer/producer Jason Evigan ("Chains"), and writers Nolan Lambroza and Simon Wilcox ("Jealous"), among others.

For the latest updates on Nick Jonas, or to purchase the album visit: Nickjonas.com