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It's Wednesday August the 9 around 10:13AM and

Gossip Tidbits: Encounters with Jack Layton's Old Man Jeans

*A Special Vancouverite Tipster saw NDP Leader Jack Layton at a fundraiser for the Dr. Peter Centre this past weekend. Mr. Layton who was seen drinking $2.50 cheap beers and talking to everyone and generally being friendly with the tranny's "had really ugly jeans on, old man style [with] pukey blue with distinct yellow stitching." Incredible news. Reminds us of the old Saturday Night Live "Mom Jeans" ad. Layton you are on fire! And we can take comfort that Jack has moved on from tank tops and orange cowboy hats.

In related news, there also appeared to be a drag queen who failed a major fashion test. "'s/he' was committing a serious fashion faux pas....felt dresses should NEVER be worn until after labour day...sheesh you would think they taught that in drag queen skool" Our education system is as lacking as ever.

*Darren Parkman over at 24 Hours is stalking Michael Buble. Well, not really but two Buble spottings in one column:

"[Buble] was spotted looking downright casual at London Drugs on Robson last week. Clad in a T-shirt and jeans, Buble says he's getting set to hit the studios to record his new album, and he hopes to have even more more creative control this time around. Buble was also recently spied clowning around with his girlfriend, actress Emily Blunt, during a quiet dinner at Cin Cin on Robson street."

Thank god, Buble knows the glory of London Drugs.

*Meanwhile Chasing Vancouver has all the news on Pierce Brosnan filming in Gastown. I think he used to be James Bond or something.

*As we were searching for more hot Jack Layton action, we couldn't help but notice this hilarious upcoming NDP event.

"Scotch & Port" Tasting Party
5th Annual Mount Pleasant Highlands

Jenny Kwan and the Vancouver-Mount Pleasant NDP would like to invite you to this elegant gathering featuring a selection of fine, single malt scotches and smooth ports. Wine and beer available. Accompanied by various cheeses, haggis and smoked salmon. Music by bagpipe. "

Oh yeah. Nothing says fun on a bun like this friends. Like chocolate and peanut butter, Jenny Kwan, Scotch, and Haggis. Naturally.

*I think I mentioned Hedy Fry's parade float and mechanical bull. I think this Flickr trove of Pride photos has the money shot as it were. And finally, Hedy Fry in all her glory.