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HOO HOOOOOOOOO! We have a new President-Elect and the country (and the world) is excited about the possibilities. A contributing factor to Obama's win no doubt, was his campaign's use of the Internet. He now promises to use similar technology to make government more transparent and efficient. He will also most likely use it to communicate with the American public in a more timely fashion. Imagine it,,,instead of the fireside chats of FDR, our new president will probably talk to us much more frequently via YouTube videos, and best of all, we'll be able to respond with feedback and suggestions. For more info, go to www.Change.org. Of course, not all went perfectly. We lost several key proposition votes leaving many wondering what's next for the LGBT community. Read the Metro Weekly story that gives perspectives from our communities leaders in Washington D.C. Want more info on what I consider the first, best next step? Go to www.SLDN.org.
Take Care, Linda |
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These days, having a website seems to be a necessity. Whether you run a business, a club or even a family, a place on the web to call your own can be a useful thing. Ellie Armsby will spend time talking to you about what you need to communicate and what style fits you. Then she'll design a basic look and feel for your site. Once you are happy with the concept, she'll work with you to make sure everything you want to communicate is included. Finally, she'll test and retest before she launches your new site. She also provides e-commerce services and database and flash design among other services. Click here to go to her website. |
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Lesbian Club "Lace" Opens in DC on Nov 15 |
 by James Worsdale in The Blade
LINDA McALLISTER, A local lesbian, is also helping to bring change to the city's gay scene. McAllister is opening Lace, a lesbian club and restaurant at 2214 Rhode Island Ave., N.E., next weekend.
Her vision for Lace is that it will serve as a bar, club, restaurant and community center that is focused on women.
"There ought to be a place that's upscale and nice and appreciates the value of women," she says. "I want to address the needs of women across their life spans, so there will be a variety of different events that women of all ages would enjoy."
The space holds about 88 people and has a main level and a basement dance and lounge area.
The furniture is made of sleek metals with gentle curves and is lined with plush pink cushions. Floral silver and hot pink wall coverings give it an urban edge while maintaining a feminine vibe. The lounge area is lit by black, elegantly beaded chandeliers draped in white lace.
McAllister realizes the risk in starting a small business now with the economy in a recession. She says, however, "If you have a need, people will support what you give them to meet that need, and I feel deeply that I'm meeting a need."
Lace is scheduled to open November 15. |
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k.d. lang - "if satin had a sound..." |
 I had the distinct privilege of seeing k.d. lang perform last night. All I can say is WOW!!!! She came across as warm, genuine, and humble and her voice is absolutely fabulous. I've always like k.d., but until last night, Melissa was my favorite performer. I'm not one to stay up late, but last night, I became more engergized as the night went on. It was 11:30 before I hit the sheets and I actually had trouble falling asleep.
I had planned to write a review of the concert, but think I'll just steal the words from Andrea Myerson, owner of www.womenonaroll.com and All Out Films. She recently had the honor of interviewing k.d. lang and watching her concert in Austin, Texas. She was so moved by the woman and her music, she felt compelled to write this in one of her newsletters...
"Ninety minutes of pure bliss! From the moment k.d. stepped on to the stage until her last lingering note (and it did linger), the entire audience seemed in a mesmerized state, intoxicated by her music. She received three standing ovations during the concert, not including the long one at the end of the show that did not subside until she came out for her encore!
She was passionate, playful, poignant and quite frankly, phenomenal. Though short and sweet, she excited the audience with her words about Obama. She roused us again protesting Prop 8. She danced. She joked. She sang hymns. She sang ballads. She sang our favorite songs and introduced us to new ones. And she even revisited her country roots. Never losing her captivated audience, not even for a moment."
If you still have the chance to see k.d. on this tour, DO IT!! Click here to see where she'll be performing.
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Hope this Thanksgiving finds you in the company of family and special friends, with much to be thankful for.
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This election was bittersweet for our community with the adoption of anti-gay marriage legislation in California, Arizona and Florida. What we learned is that we can no longer be silent. This is our civil rights movement and this is our time. Do your part for the cause and show up at the National Day of Protest rally in your town this Saturday, Nov 15. Go to the website above to to find the time and place closest to you. |
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