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Former Frontiers cover boy Alec Mapa is set to host Transamerican Love Story, a new reality dating show starring transgender performer and activist Calpernia Addams. Produced by World of Wonder, the eight episode series is set to debut on LOGO in February.

If you're looking for that perfect plush Santa suit like this fantastic seven piece set by Shirley of Hollywood or want to tuck your jingle balls and work a Mrs. Claus look, make sure to check out www.howcool.com for a wide selection of seasonal attire.

Those on the go who always have to go will be thrilled to learn about a new service called Miz Pee, a multi-platform mobile application that alerts users to the nearest bathroom. Simply text a message or street address to www.yojomobile.com and you'll not only be alerted to the closest facility, but be given a full report on everything from cleanliness, handicap access, to diaper changing facilities. If only they could find a way to tell you if the stalls were stocked with paper.

Lambda Literary Foundation (LLF) is celebrating 20 years of honoring writers within the community with the LLF LGBT Pioneers 2008 Calendar available for $25 at www.lambdaliterary.org.

If you loved A Decade Under the Influence you'll go crazy over www.filmartgallery.com's The New Hollywood: 1967-1980 film poster exhibition at the Arclight movie theatre 6360 W. Sunset now through Jan. 8. If only they could put Robert Evans on display as well.

—LENORA CLAIRE