Nice to See StevieB: Ad Hominem

By StevieB

I have turned into that old man that loudly talks about current events in the next booth at Denny's. You know the one, he talks loud enough for the entire restaurant to hear his thoughts on Obama. On Taxes. On cars being made of plastic. On why they needed dancing sharks on the Super Bowl. He speaks in a tone, so that everyone can hear what he thinks. He wants to express his option, but I believe if you challenged his thoughts; he would not listen.

This morning, awaiting for my Krups to brew some French Vanilla, I read an article on Republican Rep. Trey Radel who pushed to make food stamp and other government aid recipients take drug tests, got busted on a charge of cocaine possession. This sent a massive Schadenfreude moment down my spine. The pleasure derived from the misfortunes of others; hypocrites, makes me happy. Especially on a topic so near my heart. Making restrictive laws to push people away from government help is just fundamentally wrong. But, that's not my point here.

I don't normally thump my chest about what I feel is fundamentally wrong. Yet, the first thing I did is what every person does, that can't sit in a Denny's and yell their opinions at others. I posted the story on Facebook.

This comes one day after Joch, the hottest and best bartender at the Denver Eagle, had a long debate over debates on Facebook. The debate on debates could of been intelligent and courteous. Yet, the term "ad hominem" had to be thrown into a heated debate. Facebook has turned into the village square. You stand in the center and shout your beliefs. Until someone shouts you down or tosses tomatoes at your head. The only benefit to Facebook is then you can unfriend and block the produce pitcher. People, and by people I include me, post their wild opinions via links to web-posted "news" stories because of lack of any other outlet. Facebook has made it easy to disconnect with interaction making us like the lonely man sitting in Denny's desperately attempting to get his voice heard.

If you need me, I will be sitting at the Denver Eagle discussing and debating the latest topics with Joch. 

This post originally appeared on Steven Bennet's website Nice to See StevieB. Republished with permission.

Things to do in Denver when you're gay: Foam Party at the Denver Eagle!

The Denver Eagle's notoriously naughty Foam Party takes place every other Friday.

This Friday is that Friday.

Suds happen at 9 p.m.

Underwear Party tonight at the Denver Eagle

Tonight's the night!

Show off your best assets at the Underwear Party at the Denver Eagle.

No cover!

Get it?

No cover!

I crack myself up sometimes.

Things to do in Denver when you're gay: Black Eye Ball at Denver Eagle

Check out the Black Eye Ball at the Denver Eagle on the last Saturday of every month. This men's dance party promises an edgy, testosterone-soaked new theme every month and features DJ Jens Irish (left), sexy dancers and shot specials.

Next one takes place March 27.

Click the pic to embiggen for details.

Black Eye Ball at the Denver Eagle

There's a new monthly part for men at the Denver Eagle and you're invited to the preview party on July 25. Resident DJ Jens Irish (cute!) will be spinning some dark and sleazy music and there will be guest DJs, dancers, surprise events, and drink specials. Sounds like my kind of party.

Be one of the faces of The Eagle

The Eagle is looking for people to be a part of an upcoming ad campaign. They are seeking fun, energetic and enthusiastic people from the entire GLBT community to participate in campaign and advertising for the Eagle in Denver.

To participate, send a recent photo, including face and body, to info@DenverEagle.com. Photos can be snapshots, posed or just random pictures of yourself. Photos need to be at least 400x400 to be considered. Include you name, contact phone number and an email address that you regularly check.

The Denver Eagle goes green(er)

The Denver Eagle continues it's efforts to be a more environmentally friendly company.

They already use glass pints for their Beer & Liquor Bust, eliminating the need for plastic cups. One person buying one drink a week in a plastic cup, will generates 3.5 lbs of waste a year. Just 250 people will generate more than 45,000 lbs of plastic/paper cups waste this year alone.

Also, the Eagle is replacing incandescent bulbs to more energy efficient LED bulbs, helping to reduce the Eagle's carbon footprint from energy consumption. They have recently replaced our patio lights to LED bulbs; reducing consumption from 2,160 watts per hour to just 50 watts per hour on the patio alone.

The Eagle has also switched to more eco-friendly FOAM and FOG solutions. The new FOAM solution is hypo allergenic, odorless, and contain moisturizers to leave your skin feeling smooth and soft. They are also sent with less packaging and in containers containing larger amounts of post consumer products.

Be sure to stop by the Eagle and show your support for more eco-friendly practices.

The Denver Eagle's next FOAM Party is Friday, June 12th.

Leather is ...

Memorial Day is big in the leather community - what with International Mr. Leather in Chicago and all - and PlanetOut has an interesting article examining what leather is all about.

Colorado has a thriving leather community of its own and if you want to find out more about it you can check out the following links:

CJ's Leather
Colorado Leathermen
Denver Wrangler
Denver Eagle
Mr. Leather Colorado
Denver Boys of Leather
Labryinth Denver

International Mr. Leather Kick Off Party at the Denver Eagle this Saturday

This Saturday, May 2nd is the International Mr. Leather Kick Off Party hosted by Mr. Leather Colorado 2009, Chris Newell (the guy with the plaque below) at the Denver Eagle.

The Eagle and Mr. Newell invite you to:

Dust off your gear and come down this Saturday. DJ Mandi Lix will be on hand spinning out dirty tracks and some nasty boys will be performing demos and dancing for your viewing pleasure.

For all you sports fans or sports gear pigs, we have a Ryan Smyth autographed Avalanche jersey that will be up for silent auction to raise money for Mr. Leather Colorado travel fund.

It is going to be a great party so get on down the Eagle this Saturday, party and events will ignite at 10 p.m.

Three day toga party this Easter at the Denver Eagle

B&G Productions are throwing another awesome event, this time taking place the whole of Easter weekend - Friday, Saturday, and Sunday - at the Denver Eagle.

The fun begins Friday, April 10 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Crucifixion with DJs Heckler and Ken-E. Wear a toga.

At the EDEN Party - Saturday, April 11th from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. with DJs Bear Booggie Brandon and Gary Givant. Dress like Adam or Steve. That means get naked (or as close to it as possible).

The Resurrection Party takes place Sunday, April 12th from 4 - 10 p.m. with DJs Jens and Randy M.

Happy Easter!