Homoapolis: 2013

12/18/13

Wilde Roast Cafe opening New Restaurant

Mattie's on Main

The riverfront will be getting a new addition in spring 2014 as Wilde Roast Cafe opens "Mattie's on Main." Mattie's on Main will be right next Wilde Roast, in the former Kikugawa restaurant Space.

He just could have been way cuter

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The Onion Reviews 'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire'

Have you seen the New Hunger Games movie?

Check out the great review from the Onion.

"He just could have been way cuter"- The Onion's Peter K.

Flip Phone: It's Britney Brunch

Love Britney Spears?

Love your Pajamas?

Love french toast sticks?

Then you NEED to be at FLIP PHONE: It's Britney Brunch

Details after the jump

Tickle Torture at Icehouse via

2013 was filled with beautiful gay art, music, culture, politics and places. There were so many great things, we had a hard time narrowing it down to only 13.

Here is our annual countdown of the 13 gayest things in Mpls/St Paul in 2013.

Beyoncé releases surprise album

Beyonceé in Jealous Music Video

Apparently Beyoncé wasn't busy enough.

Baby...still free time

World Tour...still free time

SOOOOO she decided to SURPRISE RELEASE an ALBUM

Not only is it already on itunes, but each and every song on the album already has a music video too.

And while Brit Brit might have included a duet with her little sister, Beyoncé wanted to step it up and do one with her BABY.

An early Christmas present from Beyoncé to her fans!

Currently the album is itunes only.

Track listing and video directors after the jump

Beer Dabbler Winter Carnival

"Tickets for the 5th Annual Beer Dabbler Winter Carnival are ON SALE NOW! This year’s event – in partnership with the Saint Paul Winter Carnival – will be on Saturday, January 25th at the Midway of the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. The Beer Dabbler Winter Carnival 2014 is the biggest outdoor beer festival in Minnesota with more than 150 local, regional, and national breweries sampling craft beer, live music, gourmet food from local vendors, and a flurry of fun winter activities." more info HERE

Time-lapse tour of St. Paul's Green Line

Can't wait for the new Green Line to open up.

Till then, this awesome time-lapse tour will have to hold us over.

Click HERE to learn more about the video from the photographer.

A Time-lapse Tour of St. Paul's Green Line from cynick on Vimeo.

He needs to play for the Vikings now!

Hey Vikings,

You know how we're building you a giant new (and gorgeous) stadium, we have a great idea.

In exchange, why don't you hire Florida Gator's Jeff Driskel?

Please contact his agent and make that happen.

(we think he would look great in purple)

Love your Coven

Obsessed with American Horror Story Coven?

Oh you are?

GOOD (so are we)

And so is Patricio Oliver! He has created a gorgeous collection of Illustrations featuring everyones favorite Coven.

Check them out HERE

We're coming back

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Hello friends,

After taking a long break, WE'RE BACK!

We have some changes to the blog that we will slowly roll out over the next few months.

It is good to see you again

We've missed you in our absence!

-Team homoapolis

4/18/13

6th annual April Showers bring BITCH FLOWERS

Get ready for the return of the Bitch! (Bitch Flowers, that is)

Joining her for her annual variety show are gal-pals Foxy Tann & Krystal Klear with special guests Sherry Vine & Mrs Smith. The Bitch always puts on a great show, we can't wait to see what she has in store for us this year!

The event is Saturday, April 19th at the Varstiy Theatre.

Click HERE to learn more

4/12/13

Drop Dead Gorgeous trailer set to clips of Disney princesses.

Yes!

This boy is a bottom!

Can't wait for Thursday, April 25!

Why?

Cuz Willam, Detox & Vicky Vox are flying in MPLS for a visit to the saloon.

One listen to their song and you'll be singing along.

Can't wait to see them.

Sarah Cotner at LUSH's Blue Dayz

The lovely lushes local lady with long legs and lickable lips (ok, i'll stop with the alliteration)

Lemme start over,

Local Musician Sarah Cotner will be Performing as part of "Blue Dayz at LUSH."

Her unplugged performance will begin at 8pm with a special unplugged performnce from some of the Sick of Sarah gals.

Thats right, Sarah and Sarahs Unplugged.

Dj Shannon Blowtorch will start spinning at 10pm.

Click HERE to learn more and RSVP on f.book

Now you can spill wine in uptown

Photo by Jamie Schumacher for Minneapolis Eater

"Spill the Wine" has reopened in uptown. Before you head over for a glass, check out these gorgeous photos from Jamie Schumacher for the Minneapolis Eater and read Joy Summers article for City Pages.

Click HERE to check out Schumacher's Photos for the Minneapolis Eater

Click HERE to read about Joy Summers experience for City Pages

2/28/13

EMMA BERG FALL/WINTER PREVIEW

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Get Lucky at LUSH

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St Patrick's Day at LUSH

YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE IRISH TO GET LUCKY THIS ST. PATRICK'S DAY @ LUSH

JOIN LUSH THIS ST. PATRICKS DAY AS WE SHAM-ROCK OUT

IN STYLE WITH THE BEAT OF DJ LENKA PARIS.

GREEN IS THE COLOR, LET'S SEE WHO CAN WEAR IT THE BEST!!!

* BOTTOMLESS MIMOSA'S 10a - 2p

* 2-4-1's 2p - 2a

* DJ PARIS 12p - 6p

2/23/13

furry guys await you at Bearracuda

Bearracuda Minneapolis
Saturday, March 30th
DJ STEVE SHERWOOD (San Francisco)
Eagle Bolt Bar - 515 Washington Ave S.
$5 before 10pm, $7 after
http://www.bearracuda.com/
Minneapolis

"We're finally making the trip up with 100's of friendly, furry guys for one great night at the Eagle!

Started in San Francisco in August 2006, Bearracuda is the largest attended bear dance party and most prolific gay dance event in the U.S.

Flying over from San Francisco, we're very happy to welcome DJ STEVE SHERWOOD to Minneapolis! http://www.djstevesherwood.com/ Steve has played at some of Bearracuda's biggest events in San Francisco, LA, Australia, New Zealand, Austin, Vancouver and beyond. He comes to Minneapolis for one big night!

We have events in 35 cities across the world, including parties in San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, NYC, London, Austin, Atlanta & Sydney. We’ve got bears, cubs, otters, beefcakes and other wildlife!

Tasty snacks, chunky visuals and friendly, furry guys await you at Bearracuda!"

Click HERE to RSVP online

Saloon's Danny, Best Bartender of 2012

Danny from "54" in 20012

Congratulations to DANNY from the Saloon for winning "Best Bartender of 2012" from TwinCitiesNightClubs.com !!!!

Check out the full list of winners after the jump!

Cute pics by Tim Davis from Valentines Escape Ft Dave Aude @ Marquee

Click HERE to check out the full bunch

2/13/13

Venus and Adonis

Ballet of the Dolls Presents: Venus and Adonis
Thu 2/14/13 through Sun 2/17/13
The Ritz Theater
345 13th Avenue NE, Minneapolis

Enjoy a special $13 ticket price sponsored by the 13th Ave Business Association.

Join us for a romantic evening featuring the choreography of Myron Johnson, the Ballet of the Dolls and music by Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Tracy Chapman and more!

Get tickets: http://www.ritz-theater.org/
Details: Ballet of the Dolls Presents: The Blue Stockings Society's Production of: Venus and Adonis at The Ritz Thea

Click HERE for Tickets

glass 1/2 full

Call your Boyfriend

V-day events

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Looking for something to do on Valentine's Day?

Single or paired up, here are some fun events to check out.

Mr TCL 2013
Friday Feb 15 - Sun Feb 17
The Saloon

"It's back and better than ever! This year's contest will happen on Friday and Saturday only, and all events will be held at The Saloon!

Friday, Feb. 15th
Opening Ceremonies, 9pm, at The Saloon
The Black Party, 10pm

Saturday, Feb. 16th
The Mr. Twin Cities Leather Contest, 8pm, at The Saloon
LeatherBOMB! A Victory Party, 10pm
-SPECIAL GUEST DJ, Multidimensional Fortitude

Sunday, Feb. 17th
Victory Brunch, 1pm at The Saloon (Sponsored by Cuppa Java)
Victory Beer Bust, 3pm

Do you have what it takes to be the nest Mr. Twin Cities Leather? Find out! Applications are being accepted for contestants now! E-mail orders@TwinCitiesLeather.com or stop by the shop for more details!"

click HERE to rsvp

$1 Wednesdays at LUSH

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1/30/13

V-day at Union

Albie Hamilton & The Boys Present - Valentines Escape @ Marquee (Lower Level of the New Union)

Thursday, February 14, 2013
10:00pm until 2:00am
Marquee
731 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis

"Get Ready Minneapolis for your Thursday Nights to be transformed!

Tired of doing the same thing at the same gay bars week after week?

We Have the Cure! Beginning with an over the top Valentines Day Party Featuring Internationally renowned Producer, DJ, and Remix Master Dave Aude!

To learn more about Dave Aude Visit
www.daveaude.com

Check out Dave Aude's Sounds at
soundcloud.com/daveaude

**RSVP@marqueempls.com to ensure you are on the list to gain entry**

This is a limited capacity event. RSVP early, and show up early to ensure you make it in.

$5 Opulent Cocktails all night long

$50 Union Gift Card for the Best Dressed Couple
$50 Union Gift Card for the Sexiest Couple

21+

Doors open at 10 pm with local power house Dj Alex Jarvis

Dance to the Master of Remixs - Dave Aude - Until 2:00 pm

For questions, or any other information email Albie Hamilton
albie@theboyspresent.com"

RSVP HERE

1/25/13

12 gayest things in 2012

2012 was an amazing year!

A great year for sports, concerts, politics and more!

Here is our annual list of the Great Gay things in 2012!

Sing it with me

Progressive Wednesdays

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PROGRESSIVE WEDNESDAYS

10-11pm – $1 drinks
11-12am – $2 drinks
12-1am – $3 drinks
1-2am – $4 drinks

Click HERE to learn more

1/16/13

Luvvbazaar

Kansas City/New York queer artist SSION has released a new video for his song Luvvbazaar.

Check it out

1/15/13

Adam DeGuru

Minneapolis's Adam DeLong has made it to the final level of voting in GayTravel.com's competition to be their next travel writer.

Click HERE and read about his adventures.

Oh (and a shameless plug)

go HERE to vote for him.

Ga-ga-ooh-la-la

Born This Way Little Monster bowl
Friday, Feb 1
8pm-2am
Camp Bar

"it's time to go goo goo fer GAGA once again...make'n her triumphant return to the Land of 10,000 Lakes with her "BORN THIS WAY BALL"

to help celebrate one of the world's most celebrated artists...CAMP Bar in St Paul will be throw'n the "BORN THIS WAY: little monster bowl"...fer all the little monsters skipp'n out on the stupid bowl (oops) i mean super bowl parties

hosted by thee unintentionally...internationally...unknown perform'n illusionist of her own universe and Minne-Apple dirty gurl...KRYSTAL KLEER

friday february 1st @ 8pm
21+ w/ID
$5 cover

portions of the proceeds to benefit the BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION http://bornthiswayfoundation.org/

LADY GAGA music remixed and revisited...play'n all nite long

Lady Gaga specialty drinks and shots served thru-out the nite

Come dressed as yer fav-o-rit LADY GAGA look and enter in the "LADY GAGA DRAG RACE" for fabulous prizes!

Sponsored by MY SCENE CITY and SMIRNOFF

Stick around til mid-nite for yer chance to win 2 tickets to the "BORN THIS WAY BALL" @ Xcel Energy Center on 2-6-2013"

Click HERE to RSVP online