Let me introduce myself…..I am Lil’ Nicky and I am filling in for my Uncle Nicole.

This week since Nicole is sick I will be writing his column for him, let me introduce myself I am Lil’ Nicky. With all the complaining that some of you haters do on my uncle I must say it is time to get a hobby, a day job, something. Anyways a lot is going on in the gayborhoodz around California and the nation these days with Prop 8 getting deemed unconstitutional and then, do we stay or do we go? Even a young queen could get tired of this yo-yo ride! Well it is a sad time for those who wanted a husband even though I can’t for the life of me figure out why, I mean, who wants to only eat one type of cereal anyway? Boring but having equal rights and protections for those who wish to be as miserable as straight people should be able to. I am so pleased with the oh so intelligent Judge Walker along with the Governor and the Attorney General. We have made such big moves and we are headed in the right direction for equal rights for everyone in the kingdom of Queerdom and beyond!

I have to say that my uncle told me that there used to be a girl’s bar called Six Degrees where the lesbians in all shapes and sizes would flock to, and then it closed. Well I was never there but I can say they are flocking to Gossip Grill in the droves, honey! Every night of the week that place is packed tighter than a lesbian U-Haul on moving day and good for them. They are nice, the drinks are strong and Mo who is a community staple and would make a hot boy, might I add, is the manager. What more could you want? So if you get the chance stop in and check it out they are not boy haters over there either and offer something for everybody.

With all the rally’s for when we won I must ‘of missed the turning cars over in the streets when the stay was upheld, oh well. But today there is an event down at the County Clerk’s Office. It will start at 8am and goes until we get our rights, as in it is a Gandhi style sit in minus the whole group go up in flames, no one wants what happened to Michael Jackson to happen to them, I mean one minute you’re drinking a Pepsi then POOF! They will be GLBT who will demand to speak with the Attorney General and the Governor. Some plan to go in while others will rally outside. So if it is your cup of tea go show some support, at least they are trying to do something.

So our very own Todd Gloria could not have been a better sport getting in that dunk tank after the prospect of butch lesbians and buff leathers, drag queens and all belted him with softballs dunking him over and over. Todd took it like a champ, and it was for a very good cause, so we commend you for rolling up your sleeves and taking one for the team!

This is a heartfelt production from brothers Benjamin and Peter Bratt about the San Francisco neighborhood where they grew up, “La Mission”. It is about how destructive and violent the real life living in a barrio can be. It is fair and honest and keeps you on the edge of your seat. The twist is that the toughest homeboy with the worst temper in the Barrio who has the respect of all of his ‘hood has a gay son. It was worth watching twice and one not to be missed-full of sexy Latino men and a great plot.

Michael Mack presents Club Montage at Spin Night Club on Saturday, August 21st at 9:30 p.m. This event will play host to music by DJ Brett Henrichsen and DJ Marcel. There will also be a musical performance by Erin Hamilton, performing “Strength” live.

Doors will open at 9:30 p.m. with after hours until 5 a.m. A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit the John McCusker Scholarship Fund. Cover prices are $15 before 11 p.m. and $20 after.

Come out, party it up, and contribute to a great cause!

The 2010 Nicky Awards will be here before you know it and who doesn’t want to know who is hot and who’s not in San Diego! So August 29th save the date and see the movers and the shakers of GLBT San Diego. The Gay & Lesbian Times have brought you news, social events and have been in the community for over 20 years! And sure enough, we wouldn’t be who we are without or amazing community, readers and allies.

This year, we have quite a few nominations.

Outstanding Publication: GLT

Outstanding Businessman: Michael Portantino

Best Male Personality: Todd Klein

Best new online media: gltnewsnow.com

Now that you know, head on over to the website below and cast your votes!