June 14, 2018

Bingo, Butts and Bacon Bits: Sylvia O’Stayformore’s Dragtastic Guide to Pride

Sylvia O’Stayformore has officially left her muggle world and is full-swing producing some of the best shows in the city. Anyone catch Mr. Nude Cascadia? Or Miss Bacon Strip? Not to mention her normal Bacon Strip the first Saturday of every month. Let’s just say this Ms. Sylvia is the reigning Diva of queer fun happening in this city. Did you know that Sylvia O’Stayformore is also the QUEEN of the Rainbow Bingo scene? What began in 2006 as a party at the West Seattle Senior Center has grown to a traveling event at a dozen locations. Catch her working those balls at parties around the region this month, and win prizes and coupons for local events and businesses. Upcoming Bingo Party Dates Monday, June 18: Charity Bingo in Greenwood at Naked City Brewery Thursday, June 21: Community Bingo in Georgetown Friday, June 22: Rainbow Bingo, West Seattle Friday, June 29: Rainbow… Read More »

June 13, 2018

Friends, Family and Feels: Remington’s Guide to a Cheerful Pride

What is Pride to you? Pride is a time to celebrate all the people who make up the LGBTQ community. It is a time to get together with your close friends and allies and show the world your true self. To me, pride weekend is about enjoying inclusive events and recognizing that those that paved the way before us are the reason we are able to celebrate equality for our community. Seattle Pride now has some extra, personal significance for you, doesn’t it? I was fortunate enough to meet my partner, Tom, before the parade three years ago. We were both in line at the cuff at 9 AM, and he was standing right in front of me. We made eye contact several times, then started chatting. I asked for his number and we went on a date 2 weeks later! You never know who you may meet at Pride!… Read More »

June 12, 2018

Werk It For The Weekend: Rocky’s Guide to Seattle Pride Weekend 2018

There are parties every weekend during Seattle Pride Month, but the main festivities start on Thursday of next week. If you want to go hard at some of the hottest, sweatiest, sexiest parties in town, check out Rocky’s schedule for Pride weekend. Thursday, June 21 Fierce Queen w/ guest judge AJA (RuPauls Drag Race/All Stars), Android Allure, Urethra Franklin, Hellen Tragedy @ Neighbours Nightclub & Lounge, 8pm to 2am Peeps are still signing up to compete for the title of Fiercest Queen at this whacked out drag showcase and dance party. For those who want to kiki with Aja, get your VIP tickets for the meet & greet from 8pm to 10pm.  Get tix and more info online. Friday, June 22 Nark Magazine Presents The Make Out Party Pride 2018 Edition @ The Seattle Eagle, 9pm to 3am Kevin Kauer of Nark Magazine and company are hosting an entire event… Read More »

June 11, 2018

Pride Month: Love in all its Divaland Queer Glory

Pride month for Divaland means so much more than just a good time to party (not that there is anything wrong with that!) It is about celebrating our humanity and our queer magic. It is about doing and being yourself. Love is love. And in Divaland, we celebrate that love year round. During Pride month we get super fancy on how we display that love. Pride Month is More Than a Rainbow Flag For Divaland, Pride month is our time to celebrate our queer gloriousness. Part of being gloriously human is to be able to celebrate your honest self and the ones you love. For the Divas, it means being able to be with together as two Super Alpha Femme Bisexual Top Cyst Woman. For others, it means something different and that is what makes Divaland amazing. Below are Diva Dwellers celebrating themselves during Pride month and throughout the year in… Read More »

June 8, 2018

Divaland Pride Guide 2018: Your Comprehensive Seattle Pride Event Calendar

Pride is politics, pageantry and partying all in one messy mix. The core notion that we are all deserving of love and should be free to express our love demands diversity. Fortunately, there really is something for everyone. We have compiled a list of notable events and festivals happening this month. For the sake of expediency, we have put them in four categories: Culture, Drag Queens, Outdoor Events, and Drinking & Dancing. Peruse the lineup, check the dates, click the links for times and tickets, and get your schedule in order. Culture In addition to parties, shows, and cabarets, there are screenings, performances, and readings throughout Seattle. Here are some notable ones. Sapphic Selections from SIFF 2018’s Closing Weekend, June 9 and 10 Seattle International Film Festival 2018 ends June 10, and we’re highlighting three very different films with homoromantic elements. Wild Nights With Emily Actress Molly Shannon (yes, the… Read More »

May 25, 2018

Memorial Day 2018: Five Royally Fun Things To Do Besides BBQ

Memorial Day is, of course, a time to reflect on the lives lost to war, and given that the current administration seems to want more of that—well, it makes the message a bit ambivalent, doesn’t it? As a matter of fact, it’s such a strange time, we are keen to do something different on this Memorial Day weekend. Fortunately, we just got some inspiration. The Royal Wedding of Harry and Meghan was…different, wasn’t it? The buzz has died down, and we’ve all processed the unique (and historic) elements of it. Now, we’re just thinking to ourselves: If a former briefcase model from Let’s Make a Deal can become royalty, surely all the fab folks in Divaland can put on some airs, glitter and be gay. It’s the transatlantic way! Here are five ways to add some royal sparkle to your long weekend that don’t require stodgy dress codes, stifling ceremony,… Read More »

May 2, 2018

Party! Miss Bacon Strip 2018 This Weekend, Saturday, May 5

There are few shows as consistently, outrageously funny (and sexy!) as the long-running drag-stravaganza Bacon Strip, hosted by Sylvia O’Stayformore and Mizz Honey Bucket. This special show will draw a larger crowd, so they are switching the venue to South Park Hall. Get to West Seattle this Saturday, May 5, because you won’t want to miss this hot, hilarious mess crowing the next Miss Bacon Strip. For those who don’t know the drill: Bacon Strip features multiple acts from a slew of local drag performers, many of whom run on the edgier side. Expect filthy songs, twisted attire, and surreal performances…and of course complimentary bacon served by hot go-go boys. This time, the performers will be competing with each other for the title of Miss Bacon Strip. The queen who takes the crown also receives a luxurious new wig designed by Seattle drag legend Coco Vaughn, $125 and–in the words… Read More »

April 25, 2018

Dining Out For Life and Sunday Brunching in Capitol Hill This Weekend

Lifelong AIDS Alliance is an incredible Seattle charity, and for the Divas, it’s personal. Kim and Chavi met by working with Lifelong years ago, and the life-saving work of Lifelong has touched many lives close to us. This week, the national event Dining Out For Life will raise funds for AIDS service organizations, and Lifelong is the beneficiary in Seattle. We got so lucky this year! We have a gorgeous evening open house this week on Capitol Hill (just a few blocks from Lifelong’s awesome thrift store, which you should also check out). That means it will be easy for us to Dine Out For Life on Thursday. The hard part will be choosing between so many favorites. On Sunday, we’ll also be able to grab brunch from one of the many great spots near the open house. We have some great suggestions for all of you in Divaland who… Read More »

April 4, 2018

Celebrate Spring in North Seattle This Weekend

Some of Seattle’s most coveted neighborhoods lie between Puget Sound and Green Lake. There are gorgeous vistas, great views, and lots of bustling main streets with real character. We have some great activity suggestions to ring in spring in style in the North Seattle neighborhoods of Ballard, Whittier Heights, and Loyal Heights. Sample Special Beers at a Great Local Brewery or Alehouse Seattle loves its beers. We have loads of great local breweries and alehouses with a passion for rare, delicious imports. For those who love a good brew, we have two recommendations perfect for spring. Fruity Fans: Get to Reuben’s Brews in Frelard for the release of Citra Mosaic Crush, starting at 11 am on Saturday, April 7. “This hazy IPA is brewed with Citra and Mosaic hops giving it a tropical fruit punch with hints of passion fruit and papaya on a grapefruit-y citrus base.” Facebook event page.… Read More »

March 29, 2018

Easter for Adults: Egg Hunts, Boozy Treats, and More

Yes, Easter may now be known for pastels and bonnets, but it was once a raucous fertility festival. To put it bluntly: Easter was for making children, not sending them on egg hunts. Archeologists have found decorated eggs dating back to the Neolithic era, and no one knows exactly when that tradition became linked with Eastertide. It’s been a long time, though, and from the start, Easter was full of adult activities. Nowadays, Easter activities are more focused on the kids. We may be grown up, but the seasonally appropriate merrymaking can be more fun than ever for your inner-child. Here are some pointers on having the best (and booziest) Easter for adults. Get Your Locale Prepared Not all of us have a great yard suitable for a proper egg hunt, but hopefully you have room enough to entertain. One alternative is to reserve a picnic facility at a Seattle… Read More »