Friday

June Book Club

Thursday, June 28, 7:30 PM
 
Hero
Location: 2001 Royalwood Dr., Arlington, 76006
Email or call Bill for directions: 817-718-2424

Hero (by Perry Moore). Synopsis: "The last thing in the world Thom Creed wants is to add to his father’s pain, so he keeps secrets. Like that he has special powers. And that he’s been asked to join the League – the very organization of superheroes that spurned his dad. But the most painful secret of all is one Thom can barely face himself: he’s gay. But becoming a member of the League opens up a new world to Thom. There, he connects with a misfit group of aspiring heroes, including Scarlett, who can control fire but not her anger; Typhoid Larry, who can make anyone sick with his touch; and Ruth, a wise old broad who can see the future. Like Thom, these heroes have things to hide; but they will have to learn to trust one another when they uncover a deadly conspiracy within the League. To survive, Thom will face challenges he never imagined. To find happiness, he’ll have to come to terms with his father’s past and discover the kind of hero he really wants to be." This novel appears on the AfterEllen’s Best Gay Books, Top 100 Gay Books, and Best Gay Fiction reading lists.
  1. Get the book. (Books available at Barnes & Noble or Amazon.com)
  2. Read it.
  3. Sign-in on the comments for this blog entry so we know how much dessert to get.
  4. Come share dessert, as well as your thoughts and insights on the book.
All are welcome. See you there!

Upcoming Book Club Selections:
  • July: Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin
  • August: Dancer From the Dance by Andrew Holleran
  • September: Maurice by E. M. Forster
  • October: The Front Runner by Patricia Nell Warren
  • Nov-Dec: Call Me by Your Name by Andre Aciman
  • January: The Dreyfus Affair: A Love Story by Peter Lefcourt
  • February: At Swim, Two Boys by Jamie O'Neill
  • March: How I Paid For College: A Novel of Sex, Theft, Friendship & Musical Theater by Marc Acito
  • April: A Home At The End of the World by Michael Cunningham
  • May: Like People in History by Felice Picano
  • June: Becoming a Man: Half a Life Story by Paul Monette
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June Supper Gathering

Saturday, June 16, 7:00 PM
2408 W Abram St, Arlington, TX 76013
PH: (817) 276-8160

The gourmet menu includes favorites such as Spinach Quesadillas, Enchiladas de Mariscos (crabmeat and popcorn shrimp stuffed into three corn tortillas and topped with two large shrimp and ranchera sauce) and Chicken Stuffed Jalapeños. It is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat before or after shopping at The Shoppes at Brownstone Village. “The best Tex-Mex food between Dallas and Fort Worth!” - FW Weekly

Please leave your FIRST NAME and EMAIL ADDRESS in the comment section for this posting so we know how many tables to pull together and we can look for you.
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June Breakfast Gathering

Sunday, June 10, 9:00 AM
6204 South Cooper, Arlington, TX 76001
PH: 817-375-8662

Please leave your FIRST NAME and EMAIL ADDRESS in the comment section for this posting so we know how many tables to pull together and we can look for you.
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June Hump-day Happy Hour

Wednesday, June 6, 6:00-8:00
510 East Abram, Arlington, TX, 76010
PH: 817-265-8226

Come early - stay later - just plan to be there! Sign the comment section for this entry (including your email address) so we can be on the look-out for you.
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Special

Saturday, June 2, 8:00 PM
305 W. Main St. Arlington, TX 76010
Box Office: (817)275-7661 or purchase online

Based on the tragic and real-life beating of a homosexual man in 1998, this compilation of interviews provides a breathtaking theatrical collage that explores the depths to which humanity can sink and the heights of compassion of which we are capable.

Reserve seats early for the best availability. Sign up in the comment section below to meet for dinner before the show (details TBA).
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Saturday

Pool Party

Saturday, May 26, 4:00 PM - ???
 
Hosts: Don & Yuri
Location: 5204 Wimbledon Ct., Arlington, TX 76017-2785
Call for directions: 817-300-7130
Clothing optional (social nudity only!)

What to bring: (swim suit optional), towel, sunscreen, potluck dinner item, your own beverages

Dinner Details:
  • Potluck dinner to begin at 6:00p
  • NO GRILL, so be creative with your potluck choice!
  • Ice chest/ice provided for your beverages
So that we can get a guesstimate of the number of men attending for the food/paper products/tables and chairs, please leave your FIRST NAME, EMAIL ADDRESS and POTLUCK ITEM in the comment section for this posting. Thanks!
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May Book Club

Thursday, May 22, 7:30 P.M.
Location: 2001 Royalwood Dr., Arlington, 76006
Email or call Bill for directions: 817-718-2424

Mahu Surfer: A Hawaiian Mystery (by Neil S. Plakcy) "Mahu is a generally negative Hawaiian term for homosexual, and for police detective Kimo Kanapa’aka, being gay doesn’t make for an easy life. Especially when you’re publicly outed. Now, semi-retired, Kimo must go undercover and stop a brutal killer. Already three surfers have been shot dead, and Kimo must infiltrate the close-knit surfing community, knowing his only way back to active duty is to catch a killer he may know all too well."
  1. Get the book. (Books available at Barnes & Noble or Amazon.com)
  2. Read it.
  3. Sign-in on the comments for this blog entry so we know how much dessert to get.
  4. Come share dessert, as well as your thoughts and insights on the book.
All are welcome. See you there!
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May Breakfast Gathering

Sunday, May 13*, 9:00 AM
Jay Jay Cafe #2
1001 S. Bowen Rd., Arlington, TX 76013

ASC Member Recommendation: "This place has great breakfasts. The waffles combo or pancake combo are great. Good coffee never runs dry. Good friendly service. I go here on Saturday morning, no wait. Which I do not know why not. The price is fair. I would go here for breakfast all the time, but I would get fat."

Please leave your FIRST NAME and EMAIL ADDRESS in the comment section for this posting so we know how many tables to pull together and we can look for you. I look forward to seeing you there!

* Yes, this is Mother's Day... so call mom before you come to breakfast, or make plans to have lunch with her... but come eat breakfast with the ASC!
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May Hump-day Happy Hour

Wednesday, May 2, 6:00-8:00 PM

200 N Mesquite, Arlington
PH: (817) 366-4776

The Grease Monkey Burger Shop and Social Club team has a goal to change the Arlington Restaurant / Bar experience. “The Monkey” combines hearty burgers, wicked libations, serious music and a party deck destined to be the place to be seen on a beautiful Texas day. We are excited to be part of a new Downtown Arlington REVIVAL focused on bringing the people back to where Arlington Business and Arlington Cool were born. So please UTA students, faculty and staff, local businesses and families, sports junkies, barflies, music addicts, foodies and of course our out of town guests, come join us on this ride. We promise to make the experience unique and memorable. Let’s all meet at “The Monkey”!

Come early - stay later - just plan to be there! Sign the comment section for this entry (including your email address) so we can be on the look-out for you.
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Sunday

B.B.Q. Potluck

Saturday, April 21 at 7:00 PM
The Lakewood and Arlington Supper Club invite you to a Texas Size BBQ!

The Boys, Beers and Queers potluck event will be the first time the two groups have combined for a night of Texas size camaraderie.

The Lakewood Social Club has a rich 30 year-plus history. It began in the early 1980s by a group of men who lived in the Lakewood area of Dallas. As the years passed, members from all over the metroplex began to be a part of the group.

The Arlington group started 3 years ago this March. The goal was to create a sense of community among the gay men in the Arlington/Mid-cities area. A website keeps the community informed of the monthly book club, breakfast, happy hour, dinner and special events.

The BBQ will follow the Lakewood format.
· The meal is a pot-luck (so men dig out those Texas recipes)
· There will be a $5 per person charge to cover the drinks
· Western attire is encouraged but not required.

Lakewood co-hosts are John Ahne and Sean Stewart; Arlington co-hosts are Terry Garner and Doug Studebaker; and the event will be at the home of Will Fields located in North Arlington.

An Evite is on its way to all members of the ASC; all others may leave a comment in the comment section and your information will be forwarded to the hosts.

*Yes, I realize there is already an event (Main St. Arts Festival) this evening; however, for those not planning to attend the arts festival, please join the festivities at the BBQ!
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