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Oak Lawn Newsletter - Friday, August 8th
Greetings!
Heat on the Street in Oak Lawn 
"Heat on the Street" took on two different forms this past week in Oak Lawn. First, on Sunday evening we caught the temperature outside Walgreen's at Oak Lawn and Cedar Springs. This was one day in a string of more than 20 days where the highs have reached 100 or above. Then on Wednesday night, it was "Heat on the Street" again as the Cedar Springs Merchant Association presented First Wednesday. Yes, it was hot, but the crowds came out for the monthly event which included the Scavenger Hunt gift basket which was won by Wes. 
The San Francisco Vacation for Two was won by Wes Morrison of Plano and the $1000 Cedar Springs Shopping Spree winner was Stephen Tisinger of Dallas.
The next First Wednesday is scheduled for September 3rd. Mark your calendars now! |
Danny Peterson won a 4-DVD set of Gay Classics from the Oak Lawn Newsletter. His name was drawn from all those who signed up to recieve our weekly newsletter.
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Black Tie Dinner Announcement 
Co-Chairs of the Black Tie Dinner announced that Kenneth Cole will be the Keynote speaker at the 27th annual Dinner at the Sheraton Dallas on November 22, 2008. Additionally, Logo, the GLBT cable television and online media outlet from MTV Networks will be honored with the 2008 Black Tie Dinner Media Award.
Kenneth Cole's name is synonymous with one of the top labels in contemporary fashion that sells shoes, clothing, and accessories, but he is just as well known as a humanitarian, activist and philanthropist.
Brian Graden, President, Entertainment, MTV Networks Music Group, and President, Logo will be in attendance at the 2008 Black Tie Dinner to accept the first Black Tie Dinner Media Award on behalf of Logo. The Black Tie Dinner Media Award is given in recognition of positive, increased awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues in the media.
Laurie Foley, co-chair of the fundraiser, said "The presence of the pioneering Logo cable television and online media outlet as the 2008 Black Tie Media Award recipient rounds out this year's dinner as one of the most empowering, educational and entertaining events in our history." Fulle story at BlackTie.org.
Ticket Sales and Table Captain Happy Hour is September 9, 2008
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Fall 08 DIVA
New Member Clinics Schedule
So you have thought "I would really like to get involved with an indoor volleyball league" that is gay and lesbian friendly but still open to all regardless of sexual orientation. But how do I go about it? Well we have the answer for you below. The Dallas Independent Volleyball Association has provided almost 20 year's of indoor volleyball to the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex. Come out and join DIVA for the upcoming Fall '08 new member clinics.
New Member Clinic Dates:
Monday, August 11th 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Reverchon Recreation Center
Wednesday, August 13th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
KB Polk Recreation Center
Friday, August 15th 7:30 to 8:30 pm
Advantage Sports Complex
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The Women's Chorus of Dallas
to Hold Open Auditions
The Women's Chorus of Dallas will hold open rehearsals for women interested in joining the Chorus on Monday, August 11, Monday, August 18 and Monday, August 25 promptly at 6:45PM. Interested singers are invited to sit in on a rehearsal, meet with the other members of The Women's Chorus of Dallas and learn more about becoming a member. Interested guests are invited to audition on their second visit to the open rehearsals. The Women's Chorus of Dallas offers women an opportunity sing the classical choral repertoire as well as popular music and other genres. Prior experience or the ability to read music is not a requirement for membership. Current openings are available for both chorus members and soloists. Regular season rehearsals are held every Monday from 7PM - 10PM at Sammons Center for the Arts. Members are expected to attend every rehearsal. For more information on auditions, traveling with the Chorus or for tickets, call 214-520-7828 or email twcdoffice@twcd.org
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PRIDE RADIO CASINO NIGHT 
Saturday, August 9
S4 The Rose Room
5:30 - 9:00 pm
Help Pride Radio raise money for a GREAT cause! All proceeds will benefit the Lone Star Ride benefiting AIDS. Plus, get the chance to win fabulous prizes like a Trip for 2 to Palm Springs. The games will include Blackjack, Craps, Roulette and Texas Hold'em Poker. Tickets are a $25 suggested donation in advance at www.prideradiodfw.com or $30 at the door. High Roller Tickets (Granite Bar VIP Access) are a $50 suggested donation in advance or $60 at the door. This event is brought to you through the generous donations of Texas Casion Parties, S4 and Pride Radio DFW. |
SAN ANTONIO BOUND 
Saturday, August 9
Round Up Saloon
9:00 pm
San Antonion Bound is a fundraiser for Vega Marie St. James (Miss Round Up USofA 2008) and Priscilla Edwards (1st alternate) in the Round Up Saloon Parlor. Special guests include Chanel, Jason Huff, Leyla O'Hara Edwards, Sabrina Starr, Scott Thompson, Alyssa Edwards, Contessa Piranha and more. The Round Up Saloon, 3912 Cedar Springs Rd.
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BREAKFAST WITH THE MANIAX 
Saturday, August 9
Applebee's Irving
8:00 - 10:00 am
The Mickey's Maniax PSSA Sofball team is having a fundraiser Breakfast at Applebee's, 7855 Las Colinas Ridge in Irving. It's an 'All You Can Eat' event with eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes and fresh fruit. Tickets are available from any Maniax player or by email.
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DALLAS VOICE - DALLAS DRILLERS 
Car Wash
Saturday, August 9
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Dallas Voice Dallas Drillers softball team will be sponsoring a car wash fundraiser behind the Round Up Saloon (3912 Cedar Springs Rd) on Saturday. Donations are accepted and appreciated. Proceeds will help the Drillers go to the NAGAAA World Series in Seattle.
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| DALLAS RAGE GARAGE SALE
Saturday, August 9
8:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Dallas Rage is having a Garage Sale at 3904 Gaspar Drive in Dallas to help raise funds for their trip to Seattle. Drop by and haul away our junk! You will be helping a worthy cause at the same time. The team will sponsor a pool party next Friday (15th) at 8:00 pm in Kessler Park at 1512 Oak Knoll St. $10 cover buys drinks, snacks and access to one of the coolest backyard spots in Kessler Park. Additional tickets sold for door prizes. |
THE SEATTLE SIX 
World Series Fundraiser
Sunday, August 10
7:00 pm
Helen Bed will host a fundraiser for the "Seattle Six" and World Series with the show beginning at 7:00 pm at the Round Up Saloon, 3912 Cedar Springs Rd.
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MISS TGRA 2008 - A Night of Friends 
Friday, August 15
Illusion's
10:00 pm
Trisha Davis, Miss TGRA 2008, puts together an incredible show that will be her last as Miss TGRA 2008. Join Trisha and many friends as they perform for you to raise money for two wonderful organizations, TGRA and the United Court of the Lone Star Empire. Dallas Illusion's nightclub,
4100 Maple Ave.
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GAY BINGO - AUGUST 
Saturday, August 16
S4 - Rose Room
6:00 pm
Gaybingo is presented by Resource Center Dallas every third Saturday (except December) in The Rose Room at S4, 3911 Cedar Springs, Dallas 75219 -- in the heart of Oak Lawn. Doors open at 5PM. Games start at 6PM. Pre-sold tickets get first entry when the doors open. You must be 21+ to attend to Gaybingo. The August theme is Double Wide Gaybingo. One man's trash is another man's treasure!
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CAMP EQUALITY 
presented by HRC
August 16-17
Camp Equality™ is an intensive, 2-day interactive training program that combines lectures, discussions, and real-life simulations. Camp Equality™ teaches both advanced and fundamental skills to help strengthen the impact our community has on the 2008 elections. We know that as visible supporters of equality, your contributions to campaigns are an invaluable part of making America a place that embraces equality for all. At the two-day training, you'll have the opportunity to choose one of two tracks.
This year, elections will occur for a new president, all U.S. House members, one-third of the U.S. Senate, and thousands of state legislators. Check out the Camp Equality video!The Human Rights Campaign will be on the campaign trail every step of the way - and we want you to be there, too.
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VOICE OF PRIDE FINALS 
Sunday, August 17
S4 - The Rose Room
8:00 pm showtime
The 2008 Voice of Pride Competition is coordinated by the Dallas Tavern Guild and consisted of several preliminary contest leading up to the finals which will happen Sunday night, August 17th at The Rose Room. Doors open at 6:30 pm and the show starts at 8:00 pm. One of 12 final contestants will win the $5,000 Cash prize this year. There is a $5.00 cover charge and all proceeds go to Dallas Tavern Guild Beneficiaries. There is very limited VIP seating available and if you want to insure yours, please email Chris at Caven Enterprises for your table reservations.
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Pet of the Week
DFW
Humane Society 
Baylee is a spayed Female American Eskimo about 7 years old weighing in at about 20 lbs. She is white and was rescued from another shelter.
Baylee is very sweet. She is deaf but knows hand signals. She is housebroken.
If you can adopt Baylee and give her a good home, please contact the DFW Humane Society at 972-253-3333, or check out one of the many other pets that need a home by visiting their web site.
"Put a Paw Print in Your Heart"
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