I hope you all will be heading down to Capitol PRIDE today at the Riverfront Park.  It starts at 11:00am and goes until 7:00pm.  For more information on the entertainment, and for directions, click here.

 

There is also a special at the Southside Speakeasy starting at 5 PM on Saturday, August 2nd after Pride.

 

On Sunday at 7 PM the Woo Family is putting a special show on at the Southside Speakeasy to raise funds for next year's Pride.

 

 

MC'd by Poison Waters & Kertie Right St. James

Nearly 50 vendors! Children's activities! Food!

11:00am - Opening, announcements & introductions
11:30am - Felina's Arrow band performs
12:30pm - Imperial Sovereign Court of the Willamette Empire title holders perform
1:00pm - Guest speaker - Laura Calvo, Regional Director of National Stonewall Democrats
1:30pm - Confluence, mixed GLBT chorus performs
2:30pm - Guest speaker - Jeana Frazzini, Executive Director of Basic Rights Oregon
3:30pm - Burlesquire and River City Riders perform
4:30pm - Shebang Girls, Eugene drag queen group performs
5:30pm - Felina's Arrow band performs
6:30pm - Drawing for prizes, announcements & thank you's
7:00pm - FREE underage (under 21) dance party & drag show on the Willamette Queen boat.

Sponsor's: Eugene Pride, Pride Foundation, Equity Foundation, Southside Speakeasy, Salem Spirt of Life Church, Capitol Subaru, GLSEN, Sweet Spirit MCC, Bob's Bookstore, Wachovia, Just Out & Kelcema Productions!

Many thanks to Jonathan Reitan, Capitol Pride 2008, President, for all of his hard work in putting this together.

 

 

Recipes contributed by butches from around the world and from all walks of life are mixed with butch musings, life and lore, history, and quotes.  Novice to gourmet, these chefs have shared their expertise, frequently with humor, in easy-to-follow, hands-on instructions for an entirely new blend of cooking and culture.  Irresistible offerings include quick meals for a night on your own, luscious potluck recipes, holiday indulgences, sweet treats, a special time for two, and even goodies for furry friends.  This collection exemplifies the best of the butch, a feast for palate and heart. 
 
Contributors include authors, playwrights, comedians, musicians, artists, chefs, activists, lawyers, librarians, teachers, truck drivers, construction workers, editors, entrepreneurs, doctors, nurses, mothers, bloggers, biologists, volcanologist, and a myriad of others. 

 

To find out more, visit: www.thebutchcookbook.com

 

 

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Eugene PRIDE will be on August 9th at Alton Baker Park.  They'll be using the International Pride theme:  LIVE - LOVE - BE.

 

A Youth Dance for ages 14-20 will be held August 9th from 8pm-11pm at Amazon Community Center- 2700 Hilyard. Sponsored by the City of Eugene's Recreation Services, Connect Youth Group and the ASUO Women's Center.
 
Club Pynk White Party will be held August 9th from 9pm-2am at John Henry's 77 W Broadway. Sponsored by John Henrys, Hair Virtuoso, and Imagine That.

 

For more information about Eugene PRIDE, visit their web site at:  http://eugenepride.org/index.html

 

Here are a list of Portland events, which were posted by the PDX Lesbian Network:

 

 

 

Monthly Card night
Sunday August 3, 2008
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
(This event repeats every month.)
Location: At Gladys's home

We may play Euchre we may play poker.  Have an open mind and come have fun.  Euchre is easy to learn and loads of fun.  Please BYOB and bring a dish to share.  Contact gladspirit4@netscape.net to get directions and please show up if you RSVP.

 

Dog walk
Sunday August 3, 2008
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Kelly Point Park

Let's take our dogs for a brisk walk in this glorious park. We will probably walk 1 to 2 miles.  Women without dogs are welcome but please know that this is a dogwalk. You may get jumped on or get muddy.

Meet in the first parking lot at 11 AM.  For info please contact pdxlesbiannet@yahoo.com

 

Eckhart Tolle discussion group - East side
Sunday August 3, 2008
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
(This event repeats every other week.)

We'll be reading sections from The New Earth and sharing in the interest of spiritual encouragement and practice. The purpose of this group is to grow and support each other in our spiritual goals as it is
reflected in this book. Everyone is welcome.

RSVP directly with mara_c_pdx@yahoo.com for address and directions.

 

Monthly Boardgames
Tuesday August 5, 2008
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
(This event repeats every month on the first Tuesday.)
Location: Q Center
Street: 69 SE Taylor St

Enjoy a social evening of board, card and interactive games during Game Night. 
http://www.pdxqcenter.org/  

 

Date: Thursday August 7, 2008
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
(This event repeats every month on the first Thursday)
Location: Sue's home
A support group for those who are HIGHLY motivated to loose weight.

We will take a vigorous 20 - 30 minute walk in the neighborhood where our meeting is being held and then we can resume our meeting and talk about diet ideas, things that work for each individual.

Light potluck. No alcohol.  Please provide recipes if you bring in homemade goodies.  All ages, all sizes of women are welcome.

If you are interested please RSVP by contacting Danielle: pdxlesbiannet@yahoo.com

Due to the popularity of this event I am setting the limit to 15.

Sing with the Portland Lesbian Choir

A non-audition community chorus open to all
women, begins the new season Sept. 3rd with a rehearsal especially for new members.

If your only experience singing is to your car radio or in the shower, you are perfectly qualified. If you like to sing at all, you will have a blast. Parts range from bass to soprano.

Find your voice (part), preview the music, sing and socialize with continuing members, 6:30-8:45 pm, downstairs at Ainsworth United Church of Christ, 2941 NE Ainsworth St. portlandlesbianchoir@hotmail.com

503-727-3306 http://www.plchoir.org

 

Hey Eugene,

 

What an incredible party this past Saturday at Diablo's Downtown Lounge!  You all outdid yourselves and came out en masse (185 women) which secured our place as a regular party at Diablo's.   Did you have any of the food there?  I had a beautiful salad, sauteed veggies and barbeque pork -- incredibly good!  I encourage you all to come hungry at future events.

 

Our next Eugene party is -- Saturday, August 2nd.  We're having a Hawaiian Shirt Party out in the back of Diablo's.  You don't want to miss it!