Getting ready for a good political time, bro.

Obama-mania is in EFFECT, yo. I called my lil' cuz last night and asked if I should bring my Obama shirt with me to DC or if it was too cheesy to wear during the week's events. She told me that Obama-gear is all the rage in the Capitol. Head to toe, people are looking Barack-ish. I bought cheap, red jeans, but I don't think I'll be wearing the shirt, though maybe. Who knows? I definitely need to rep the 305 in the 202; maybe I'll bedazzle the shirt. 

Etsy has some really interesting suggestions for inaugural-wear. Click here.

THE Inauguration Party to Attend

What better place to watch the first half-African president get sworn into office than at Churchill's?
Human Services Coalition (HSC) will be hosting Hail to the Community Organizer in Chief on January 20th; it will cost $10, but it's for a good cause since all proceeds will go to HSC. If I weren't going to Washington, I'd definitely want to celebrate this historic occasion with these people. They are dedicated to building up the Miami-Dade community, and enacting policies that actually benefit people. They know what changes are important, and they actually do something about it.

Here's what HSC says about the event:
Being president of the United States is kind of like being a community organizer.... That's why Human Services Coalition (HSC) and its supporters invite you to celebrate the election of our first Community Organizer in Chief. We'll watch this historic occasion together and toast the arrival of the new administration. Join us for trivia games, cake, and well wishes for the new president. Cost: $10 (includes a champagne toast) The ceremony begins at 11:30 a.m., so arrive early to get a good seat and to claim your glass of bubbly. All proceeds benefit HSC. Visit www.hscdade.org.

Bush's Last Time as Pres.

I caught the end of G.W. Bush's FINAL presidential press conference! It's almost over. Can you believe it's only 8 days away?

Over the last 8 years, I've often shied away from Bush's face, voice, ideas, away from his essence in every way. However, I thought, hey, what the hell, I'll listen to this dude talk for a minute. He clearly seemed frustrated and defensive about his policies, which is typical. Even more on par with his track record, he didn't fully or even sometimes, at all answer questions the way they were asked. I'm not going to say he's without his "charm," he is jokey, in a very traditionally un-presidential way, but I will say that he is a doof. He said Obama was a better "speech-maker" than he was, proving a point with his awkward wording.

Anyway, it seems it is the end of an era for the nation. I will be flying up to DC for the inauguration festivities. This is the time to celebrate a new beginning and a new approach to politics. Congratulations, America, we're getting somewhere, finally.

Classic, bro: electroclash and backyard partying

Funny Muppets and plush people. 

Thanks Kelsey and Eddie. 

It's the Weekend, BRO.

This Saturday is art walk, but I am going to skip it again this month. My advice is to go the Design District early, load up on decent drinks, then loiter around Wynwood, look at art, and then at 10 go over to 2020 for a Busch.  

The Holy Terrors will be playing at Churchill's on Saturday night with their original drummer who now plays with Interpol. Don't miss it! Also on Saturday, Poplife will celebrate its one year anniversary at White Room. 

Vagabond has proven to have a popular and fun Friday night, and I'm sure it'll be a good option tonight. 

Can you, a little softer? Just a tiny bit?

So, though we are now in 2009, this beautiful poster still speaks of something special to us all... It says graffiti with eyeliner and bit of concealer can make "rock" into "fuck" (good job Nathan and Amanda). It asks us to move slowly, and in a sexual manner, into this joyous new year. Essentially, it speaks of the wonderful night that Raffa hosts on Wednesdays at Churchill's. So tomorrow, before or after you hit up the Nightdrive, head over to my favorite place to see Alina Hevia, one of my oldest friends (Carver Middle, yo), and Ravelstein, one of my favorite people, perform for your audio amusement. 

Hope to see you there! 

Waterford Landing here, bro.

Isn't Alex Caso great? I think so, and so does the Miami New Times' blog CrossFade. Download his mix here. 

Gay Equality, Bro

I know you all love protests! Well, you don't, but I do, and it's my blog, so here ya go, bros. 

Join the Impact Miami will be hosting a protest to encourage President Elect Barack Obama to stand up against homophobia and repeal the Defense of Marriage Act.

www.JoinTheImpact-Miami.blogspot.com

SNL Represents in Congress - Finally!

Al Franken, author of one of the funniest books of all time, Rush Limbaugh is a Big Fat Idiot, was just declared the winner of the long debated and recounted race for one of the two Minnesota senatorial seats. 

Read about it here. 

I think Franken as Stuart Smalley sums it up nicely: 

Midweek Funnin'

Human Rights, Anyone?

Protest the bombing of Gaza. Stand up for humanitarian ideals! 

Read my blog entry or any human rights periodical to understand why it is necessary to protest! 

WHEN: Sunday, January 4th; 1PM-4PM 

WHERE: Israeli Consulate in Miami (West of Bayside); look for a building called "New World Tower" 

ADDRESS: 100 N. Biscayne Boulevard

- Items will not be allowed:
. Face covers, Sticks, knifes, guns, any kind of weapons.
. Burning Flags will not be allowed. 
. Hateful statements & Explicit language not permitted. 
(These will not achieve our community's goals and should not be practiced around our children)

Sponsoring Organizations: South Florida Palestine Solidarity Network, Muslim American Society, Association of Muslim Americans of North America, Palestinian-American Organization (Palm Beach County), A.N.S.W.E.R. Coalition (Broward + Palm Beach), and others.

Lincoln Road During the Season

I've been busy with the family and the holidays, so I haven't been able to write much, or think at all, or even groom myself. So, my blogging has fallen to the wayside. However, I now have a load of stuff on reserve. 

Right before X-mas, there was a crew of santa-types parading, shitfaced, down Lincoln Road - pictured above. I like people who try to keep the holidays fun. Thanks, guys.  

At the Art Center South Florida, there is an awesome display of vintage Japanese toys on loan from Prof. James B. Levy and Mark Nagata, obviously obsessives. I especially like the toys with womanly body parts, like the boob head and monster with legs. I know nothing about these except that they're funny in a good way. 

Lincoln Road continues to be one of the most pleasant places in Miami. I went down there tonight for a hot cocoa at Ghiradelli's and a stroll in the "cool" air. We tried to go to the gay night at Buck 15, but the fire marshals got there first. It tis a worthy gay night, I believe, and I hope they don't shut it down. Check it out, Thursday nights. Also, I wanted to mention that Van Dyke has the bomb turkey burgers. Hot damn. I always get one when I go there, and it's like the perfect burger- just ask for avocado, cheddar and bacon. Mmmmm. Enjoy.