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Shane Phoenix Interviews Singer/Songwriter Ray Boltz

2011-06-30T07:22:00.001-04:00

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QueerChannel's Shane Phoenix interviews Christian singer/songwriter Ray Boltz. Boltz had just won Logo Network's 2011 Music "Album of the Year", "Songwriter of the Year" and "Spiritual Songwriter of Year" Awards.

Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman-Schultz Town Hall Meeting with the LGBT Community

2011-06-28T20:48:00.001-04:00

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Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman-Schultz addresses the LGBT community at the Pride Center at Equality Park in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Wasserman-Schultz is also chairman of the Democratic National Committee.

"S/HE"

2010-11-20T07:25:00.004-05:00

The local production of "S/HE", a play about a man's journey in a women's body that compels us to reconsider our answers to some of life's most basic questions. Performed at The Wine Cellar restaurant in honor of National Transgender Remembrance Day.

Kameron Scott with: Steven Daigle

2010-11-12T15:53:00.005-05:00

Kameron Scott interview gay porn actor and former house guest on "Big Brother 10". Steven Daigle. Daigle was in Fort Lauderdale for a video shoot for Studio703.com and a personal appearance at Boardwalk.

Kameron Scott with Kurt Wild

2010-11-12T11:51:00.003-05:00

Kameron Scott interviews porn star, Kurt Wild on the set of his latest video. Kurt will be co-staring with Steven Daigle.

Swearing-In and Statements of the Newly Elected Members of the Wilton Manors City Commission

2010-11-09T06:25:00.000-05:00

Wilton Manors City Commissioners Ted Galatis, Scott Newton and Julie Carson are sworn into their seats on the Commission. While Galatis and Newton were returned to office, Carson became the open lesbian woman elected to the Commission. Included was the swearing in of returning Mayor Gary Resnick.

"Celebrity Cabaret"

2010-10-23T07:09:00.000-04:00

A celebrity impersonation show produced by Peter Burke and starring Nikki Adams, Desiree and Charday Ross.

Bubba's Country Fair

2010-10-09T08:58:00.001-04:00

The third annual fundraiser thrown by Scandals Saloon in Wilton Manors. This year raising funds for The Food Pantry of Broward. Always a great weekend. Hosted by Kameron Scott.

Ribbon Cutting for the New MLounge

2010-10-01T09:34:00.000-04:00

The MProject holds a ribbon cutting ceremony for their new MLounge. The new lounge is double the size of the previous headquarters. MProject is a men's youth group providing camaraderie and activities for its membership and promotes safer-sex education.

Wilton Drive Main Street

2010-09-16T22:06:00.000-04:00

The grand opening of the Wilton Drive Main Street offices on Wilton Drive. Hosted by Kameron Scott.

Presentation of a Check to Tuesday's Angels

2010-09-02T00:09:00.001-04:00

9/2/10-Jackson Padgett and Mark Negrette present a check to Tuesday's Angels from the "Bartenders, Briefs and Boxers" benefit held at Bill's in Wilton Manors.

"One Square Mile"

2010-08-20T12:28:00.000-04:00

A documentary production crew stopped at Java Boys in Wilton Manors to shoot an episode of "One Square Mile". "One Square Mile" is a documentary series, that won a 2010 Emmy Award for Documentary, that examines a unique lifestyle within one square mile of a major metropolitan community.

"Broward Bares It"

2010-08-13T06:48:00.001-04:00

8/13/10-"Broward Bares It" was a new burlesque-style show fundraiser for Broward House. Shot at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood, Florida.

Poverello Center Open House

2010-08-12T15:59:00.001-04:00

The Poverello Center holds an open house for the community. The Poverello Center is a food bank helping to feed people with HIV/AIDS. Poverello is partially funded by its huge thrift store and hopes to be moving into its new, larger facilities by the end of 2010.

Michael Verdugo Press Conference

2010-08-10T05:14:00.000-04:00

Former Hollywood, Florida police officer, Michael Verdugo holds a press conference in an attempt to bring awareness towards the department's discrimination against gay police officers

Sidelines Receives a Proclamation

2010-07-27T06:14:00.001-04:00

7/27/10-Sidelines Sports Bar receives a proclamation from the City of Wilton Manors, FL in celebration of the bar's 4th anniversary.

Cubby Hole Anniversary

2010-07-25T05:58:00.001-04:00

7/25/10-The Cubby Hole celebrates its first anniversary under its new ownership. Cubby Hole is Fort Lauderdale's "Butch Bar" for men.

"Bummed Out"

2010-07-20T03:37:00.002-04:00

A television was filming the pilot for an upcoming television situation comedy, "Bummed Out" at Java Boys in Wilton Manors. The show will be about two former corporate executives who lost their jobs and realized they could make more money being bums than being on unemployment. The show will take place in the Fort Lauderdale area.

Monthly Market Bazaar at the Shoppes of Wilton Manors

2010-07-18T00:41:00.001-04:00

7/18/10-The monthly Market Bazaar in the Shoppes of Wilton Manors has become a huge neighborhood party visited by thousands each month.

NOH8 Campaign Open Photo Shoot

2010-06-21T10:42:00.002-04:00

6/21/10-Photographer Adam Bouska and his partner Jeff Parshley bring their national NOH8 Campaign to Ft. Lauderdale with their first open photo shoot in the southeast United States.

SSF&P VIP Party

2010-06-20T23:38:00.001-04:00

QueerChannel's Kameron Scott interviews Jujubee, Morgan McMichael, Jessica Wild (all from "RuPaul's Drag Race"), Nikki Adams and Tony Award-winning singer and actress, Jennifer Holliday.

2010 Stonewall Street Festival and Parade Opening Ceremonies

2010-06-20T15:18:00.002-04:00

Wilton Manors Mayor Gary Resnick opens the festival by reading a Proclamation from the city and presenting parade Grand Marshals Adam Bouska and Jeff Parshley with the Keys to the City of Wilton Manors. Features Misty Eyes and Shane Phoenix.

Georgie's Alibi Turnabout Pageant

2010-06-14T18:22:00.001-04:00

6/14/10-The second annual Georgie's Alibi Turnabout Pageant, the official opening of "Pride Week" and a benefit for Broward House and Poverello.

Georgie's Alibi Turnabout Pageant Red Carpet Introductions

2010-06-14T06:32:00.001-04:00

6/14/10-The 13th annual Georgie's Alibi Red Carpet introductions conducted by Nikki Adams and Dale Madison.

Green Dog Day Festival

2010-05-17T05:18:00.003-04:00

5/17/10-The first Green Dog Day Festival on N.E. 13 Street in Fort Lauderdale. This festival designed for our canine friends and their owners was a benefit for The Pet Project. Hosted by William Hitchings.

Candlelight Vigil for Courtney Bright

2010-05-10T06:57:00.001-04:00

Almost 100 people showed up for a candlelight vigil held in honor of Courtney Bright, a 24 year old Polk County, Florida lesbian who was allegedly murdered by the father of her girlfriend. The vigil was organized by the Gay American Heroes Foundation.

2010 Stars of the Rainbow

2010-03-21T05:07:00.001-04:00

3/21/10-The annual Stars of the Rainbow award ceremony benefitting the GLCC/Pride Center.

Boardwalk 25th Anniversary

2010-03-19T23:52:00.003-04:00

3/17/10-The world-famous Boardwalk, gay male stripper bar, reaches it's 25th anniversary. Video clips of the evening.

PrideFest 2010

2010-03-14T07:11:00.001-04:00

The annual spring PrideFest held this year in Jaco Pastorius Park in Oakland Park outside Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Sleazy Awards Pool Party

2010-03-07T06:28:00.001-05:00

The annual Sleazy Awards Pool Party held in conjunction with the Sleazy Awards was held at the Cheston House on Fort Lauderdale Beach. The afternoon event was held as a fundraiser for The Wellness Center of South Florida.

An Evening with the Stars: Red Carpet Event

2010-02-19T02:38:00.001-05:00

Joe Posa as Joan Rivers does red carpet interviews of those attending the annual "An Evening with the Stars" a fundraiser for the Poverello Food Bank. This year, the evening also celebrates Poverello's founder, Father Bill Collins' 79th birthday.

"An Evening with the Stars"

2010-02-19T02:30:00.001-05:00

The annual fund-raising show for the Poverello Center. Hosted by Nicholette and features Nikki Adams, Florida's Own Dame Edna, Joe Posa as Joan Rivers, Cashetta, Shardee Ross and Charlize Angel.

Presentation: "One Man's Dream"

2010-02-19T01:00:00.001-05:00

This was the video presentation made for The Poverello Center that was on display at the "An Evening with the Stars".

GLCC/Pride Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Community Sock Hop

2010-02-12T08:46:00.001-05:00

The community turned out to witness the official grand opening of the new Pride Center at Equality Park (formerly the Gay and Lesbian Community Center of South Florida). The ceremony was followed by a community sock hop.

Ribbon Cutting of the New Wilton Manors City Hall

2010-01-21T20:07:00.001-05:00

1/21/10: An unexpectedly huge number of people show up for the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the new Wilton Manor City Hall and Police Complex.

Grand Opening of Gables Wilton Park

2010-01-14T07:17:00.001-05:00

The newest luxury apartment complex, Gables Wilton Park, holds its grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony lead by Wilton Manors Mayor Gary Resnick.

Leather Masked Ball Volunteer Appreciation Party and Check Presentation

2010-01-11T07:36:00.001-05:00

The Leather Masked Ball held by the Lambda Men's Brotherhood is an annual charity benefit. This year checks were presented to the Leather Museum and Archives and Equality Florida while thanking their volunteers for making The Ball possible. Held in the Manchester Room at Georgie's Alibi.

"BE THERE" with QueerChannel

2010-01-01T00:40:00.000-05:00

For the year ahead, www.QueerChannel.tv will BE THERE at almost every event that's important to South Florida's gay community and we sincerely hope that you will BE THERE with QueerChannel too.

Opening of The Manor Entertainment Complex

2009-12-16T06:49:00.000-05:00

The much-anticipated Manor Entertainment Complex opens on Wilton Drive to a large crowd. The Complex contains multiple bars, a restaurant, a dance club and an outside upstairs deck.

The Peters Twins @ Johnny's

2009-12-12T06:49:00.000-05:00

12/12/09: The controversial gay porn stars, the Peters Twins, perform at Johnny's Bar in Fort Lauderdale. The twins are from the Chech Republic and under exclusive contract with Bel Ami.

World AIDS Day Candlelight Vigil

2009-12-01T17:35:00.000-05:00

12/1/09: The second annual vigil held on Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors, Florida. Dedicated to the memory of QueerChannel co-founder, Michael James.

Interviews with Varla Jean Merman and Florida's Own Dame Edna

2009-11-19T17:31:00.000-05:00

11/19/09: Paul Leary interviews Varla Jean Merman and Florida's Own Dame Edna at an opening night party for the show, "Shut Up Sweet Charlotte" at the Dennis Dean Galleries on Wilton Drive. Varla Jean was the star of the show.

Behind the Scenes: "Living Colors"

2009-10-05T01:32:00.000-04:00

A behind the scenes video of a Dennis Dean photo shoot for the first anniversary of Living Room, the uber-popular, high tech dance club in downtown Fort Lauderdale.

"QueerChannel Weekly News" for October 1, 2009

2009-10-01T17:30:00.001-04:00

with Paul Leary

"QueerChannel Weekly News" for September 17, 2009

2009-09-17T17:29:00.002-04:00

with Paul Leary

Golden Homecoming

2009-09-09T17:28:00.000-04:00

9/9/09: Olympic gold medal champion diver, Greg Louganis and Jeanne White, mother of Ryan White return one of Greg's gold medals to the International Swimming Hall of Fame in Fort Lauderdale. Hosted by Paul Leary.

"Queerchannel Weekly News" for September 3, 2009

2009-09-03T17:42:00.001-04:00

"QueerChannel Weekly News" for August 20, 2009

2009-08-20T17:40:00.001-04:00

Poverello Bowl-a-Thon

2009-08-08T17:27:00.000-04:00

8/8/09: 19th Annual Bowl-a-Thon fundraiser for Poverello Food Bank. Hosted by Kameron Scott.

"QueerChannel Weekly News" for August 6, 2009

2009-08-06T17:38:00.000-04:00

with Bobbi Sommerz

"QueerChannel Weekly News" for July 27, 2009

2009-07-27T06:26:00.000-04:00

with Bobbi Sommerz

"QueerChannel Weekly News" for July 23, 2009

2009-07-23T21:26:00.000-04:00

with Bobbi Sommerz

2009 Stonewall Street Festival

2009-07-21T13:41:00.000-04:00

The annual gay pride festival on Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors, Florida.

Hate Crimes Town Hall Meeting

2009-07-08T17:27:00.000-04:00

7/8/09: A meeting designed to educate the gay community about hate crimes and hate crime legislation. Held at the Gay & Lesbian Community Center of South Florida in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Stonewall Gay Pride Parade 2009

2009-06-20T22:14:00.000-04:00

6/20/09: The tenth annual Stonewall parade on Wilton Drive celebrating gay rights and the continuing battle for equality. Features the recently-out contemporary Christian singer/songwriter, Ray Boltz who now lives here in Wilton Manors, Florida.

Stonewall Gay Pride Parade 2009

2009-06-20T00:14:00.002-04:00

Interview with Charlie David

2009-06-20T00:14:00.001-04:00

6/20/09: Kameron Scott interviews actor Charlie David who stopped by Pride Factory in Fort Lauderdale to promote the sale of the DVD of his movie, Mulligans. Charlie wrote the screenplay for the film and is the host of Logo's travel show, "Bump" and stars in here! network's "Dante's Cove".

Miss Alibi Turnabout Pageant 2009

2009-06-15T00:13:00.001-04:00

6/15/09: The first annual fundraiser pageant, this year raising funds for AIDS Healthcare Foundation. For all the drama, all the comedy, and all the shenanigans no one has any control over. Watch as all those Alibi boys become all those Alibi girls. Hosted by Kameron Scott and Paul Leary for QueerChannel.

Alibi Turnabout Pageant Red Carpet Event

2009-06-15T00:12:00.000-04:00

6/15/09: The "Red Carpet" event for the first, Alibi Turnabout Pageant, a fundraiser for AIDS Healthcare Foundation. Featuring Nicolette.

Aquafarm Memorial Weekend Pool Party

2009-05-24T00:09:00.000-04:00

5/24/09: Featuring Alaundra Matt, Charlize Angel and dancers from Johnny's Bar in Fort Lauderdale. Hosted by Kyle Black.

GLCC Community Health Fair

2009-05-16T00:09:00.001-04:00

5/16/09: The Gay and Lesbian Community Center of South Florida's Community Health Fair presented by Lavender Events for Women.

Behind the Scenes: "Soaking Wet"

2009-05-04T00:07:00.000-04:00

5/4/09: A Dennis Dean photo shoot for 411 Magazine featuring the hottest trends in men?s swimwear for 2009.

"A Night at the Moulin Rouge"

2009-04-30T19:54:00.000-04:00

4/30/09: The annual "Spirit of Hope" Gala and Awards banquet for Broward House. Hosted by Paul Leary.

Opening of Dennis Dean Galleries

2009-04-24T19:48:00.000-04:00

4/24/09: Award-winning photographer, Dennis Dean opens his new photography galleries on Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors. All of gay South Florida's A-list came out to view Dennis' work.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of the New Stonewall Library and Archives

2009-04-23T19:43:00.000-04:00

4/23/09: The grand opening of the new Stonewall Library and Archives in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The library is the largest independent library in the world of gay and lesbian history. Hosted by Paul Leary.

Miami Beach Gay Pride Parade

2009-04-18T19:37:00.000-04:00

4/18/09: Gay pride has returned to Miami-Dade County, Florida. This is the first gay pride parade and celebration for over a decade.

"Drag Race" Finale Viewing Party

2009-03-24T19:25:00.001-04:00

3/24/09: The finale viewing party of "RuPaul's Drag Race" featuring interviews with the winner, Bebe Benet, second runner-up Rebecca Glasscock and Misty Eyez. Hosted by Dan Renzi.

Behind the Scenes: "Brief Encounters"

2009-03-23T19:14:00.000-04:00

3/23/09: Behind the scenes video of a Dennis Dean photo shoot for a magazine underwear feature. Most of the models in the videos dance at Johnny's Bar in Fort Lauderdale.

Pridefest

2009-03-22T19:53:00.000-04:00

3/22/09: The annual Pridefest in Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale. This is the first of two gay pride festivals in Fort Lauderdale every year. Hosted by Paul Leary.

Florida AIDS Walk

2009-03-15T19:05:00.001-04:00

3/15/09: The annual Florida AIDS Walk from downtown Fort Lauderdale and the ocean and back. Hosted by Jarrett Terrill.

Sleazy Awards

2009-03-09T08:00:00.003-04:00

3/9/09: The annual Sleazy Awards held at the Boardwalk Bar in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. "The Sleazies" have become a major event and is a parody of other award presentations in our area. Hosted by Carmen deLeon and Michael Lopez-Mata.

Sleazy Awards Pool Party

2009-03-08T07:59:00.003-04:00

3/8/09: The first ever pool party to coincide with the annual Sleazy Awards. Held at the Cheston House Resort in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

"Stars of the Rainbow"

2009-03-01T08:36:00.004-05:00

3/1/09: The Gay and Lesbian Community Center of South Florida's annual "Stars of the Rainbow" gala which brings out the best of South Florida's gay society. Hosted by Paul Leary from WLRN.

Behind the Scenes: "Oscar Glam"

2009-02-01T07:59:00.002-05:00

2/1/09: A behind the scenes video of a Dennis Dean photo shoot featuring QueerChannel's Carmen deLeon, Misty Eyez, Diamond Dunhill, Franchesque Richards and Noel Leon.

'God Hates Fags' Counter-Protest

2009-01-16T07:58:00.006-05:00

1/16/09: Reverend Fred Phelps of the Westboro Baptist Church of Topeka, Kansas scheduled a protest against the Fort Lauderdale gay community and the Rising Action Theatre's presentation of "The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told". The gay community, in response, came out to counter-protest.

Behind the Scenes: J.D. Ordonez of MTV's "The Real World/Brooklyn"

2009-01-08T07:59:00.005-05:00

1/8/09: A "behind the scenes" video of a Dennis Dean photo shoot of J.D. Ordonez who appeared on MTV's "The Real World/Brooklyn". J.D. is a local resident who works as a dolphin trainer at the Miami Seaquarium.

QC-TV Takes You There

2009-01-01T07:58:00.006-05:00

www.QueerChannel.tv looks forward to taking you to more of Gay Fort Lauderdale in 2009!

2008 Best of the Worst

2008-12-31T16:02:00.002-05:00

12/31/08: Bloopers, out-takes and miscellaneous clips from our 2008 videos.

Benefit for Chris Degado

2008-12-19T17:01:00.000-05:00

A benefit held at Monkey Business to send Chris to the Mr. Florida Continental Pageant.

An Un-Named Random Stroll Down Wilton Drive

2008-12-19T06:10:00.000-05:00

The edited "Random Stroll" with additional footage from "Wilton Wonderland". Hosted by Ruben Bermudez, Jonathan Martinez, Carmen DeLeon with additional footage hosted by Robbie Chaw and David DeMello.

Winterfest Boat Parade

2008-12-13T06:48:00.004-05:00

This is the 37th annual Winterfest Boat Parade in which gaily decorated boats go down Middle River and north in the Intracoastal Waterway. Over the years, this has become the largest night time parade in the country. Hosted by Ruben Bermudez and David.

Holiday Gay Tea Cruise

2008-12-07T06:46:00.003-05:00

Joe Posa poses as Joan Rivers as passengers board the special Holiday Gay Tea Cruise. Joan welcome aboard guests from around the United States, Europe and South America.

After being greeted by Joan Rivers on the Red Carpet, it time to set sail down New River and the Intracoastal Waterway while celebrating the holidays. Hosted by Justin Michaels.

"Our Memories Burn Bright"

2008-12-01T06:42:00.002-05:00

World AIDS Day candlelight vigil and memorial service in Fort Lauderdale/Wilton Manors, Florida. Expecting 100 people to attend this first year, over 550 showed up to participate. Hosted by Ruben Bermudez.

"Silver Scream" Halloween Street Party

2008-10-31T06:28:00.000-04:00

The second annual Halloween Street Party on Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors/Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It is estimated that over 10,000 people showed up this year.

Country Fair Benefit @ Scandals for Gay American Heroes

2008-10-12T06:20:00.000-04:00

A benefit for Gay American Heroes, a traveling exhibit bringing attention to gay hate murders. ... Hosted by Jonathan Martinez.

Gay Glass Bottom Boat Snorkeling Cruise

2008-08-25T10:35:00.002-04:00

8/25/08: The Gay Glass Bottom Boat Snorkeling Cruise takes guests to explore the reefs and exotic sea life 1½ miles of the coast in the Atlantic Ocean. Hosted by Kameron Scott. The cruise is organized twice monthly by Peter Burke (Gay Tea Cruise!)

QueerChannel's Hottest MySpace Friends #12

2008-08-15T21:59:00.004-04:00

QueerChannel's Hottest MySpace Friends #11

2008-08-01T07:33:00.003-04:00

"Vix in the City"

2008-07-25T20:21:00.000-04:00

7/25/08: Vixen is at the grand opening of "Uncut Fridays" nights at DEC 23 on South Beach.

QueerChannel's Hottest MySpace Friends #10

2008-07-15T15:27:00.003-04:00

QueerChannel's Hottest MySpace Friends #9

2008-07-01T18:21:00.000-04:00

Party at Victor Zepka's Penthouse

2008-07-01T06:47:00.002-04:00

7/1/08: Originally a birthday party video, we re-edited the video by request. The party took place in the penthouse of Victor and Jim, owners of Boardwalk bar. But there were great interviews, beautiful guys, and Kameron Scottt did a great job as the video's host.

2008 Stonewall Gay Pride Festival

2008-06-22T22:42:00.000-04:00

6/22/08-The annual gay pride festival taking place on Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors/Fort Lauderdale.

Pre-Gay Pride Party at Georgie's Alibi

2008-06-21T08:10:00.001-04:00

In order to get out of a rain storm, many went to Georgie's Alibi where an impromptu party was taking place. Hosted by Kameron Scott.

QueerChannel's Hottest MySpace Friends #8

2008-06-15T07:37:00.000-04:00

QueerChannel's Hottest MySpace Friends #7

2008-06-01T07:21:00.003-04:00

Sidelines' Second Anniversary

2008-05-18T19:25:00.000-04:00

Sidelines Sports Bar held its second anniversary the weekend of May 10, 2008. Immediately becoming an overwhelming success two years ago, Sidelines welcomes a clientèle of straight as well as gay, female as well as male. All that's required is that everyone has a great time. Hosted by Kameron Scott.

QueerChannel's Hottest MySpace Friends #6

2008-05-15T20:45:00.003-04:00

QueerChannel's Hottest MySpace Friends #5

2008-05-01T11:38:00.005-04:00

Florida AIDS Walk

2008-04-27T11:49:00.003-04:00

3/27/08: The annual Florida AIDS Walk started from downtown Fort Lauderdale, went to the ocean and returned. Hosted by Ruben Bermudez with featured guests, actor Blair Underwood and actor/comedian Mario Cantone.