Oak Lawn Network Newsletter
Friday, July 31, 2009
Oak Lawn Newsletter - Friday, July 31
 
Greetings!   
 
THE BRICK REUNION/CLOSING PARTY
The Brick Reunion/Closing Party - Sun., Aug. 2    
After a 17 year run in the present location, The Brick will be closing its doors on Sunday, August 2nd. To commemorate the occasion, promoter Paul Kraft, in conjunction with the Purple Foundation, will host a "Brick Reunion - One Last Tea on Maple" party from 5:00 pm to Midnight. There will be a $10 cover, with proceeds to benefit AIDS Services of Dallas. The event will feature DJ's Blaine Soileau, Paul Kraft, Troy Sands and Mark Brack.
   
Opened in March, 1992 by Howard Okon, The Brick was a well received addition to the intersection of Maple Ave. and Throckmorton St. where the popular nightclub called "The Wave" was greeting large throngs of party-goers.
   
Over the years, The Brick has welcomed various crowds including Leather/Levi, Circuit/Dance and most recently the late-night show and Hip-Hop crowds.
  
The Brick will be re-opening soon in a yet-to-be announced location. Watch the website for location and opening updates. www.brickdallas.com  
 
   
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BLACK TIE TAPS GAVIN NEWSOM FOR 2009 KEYNOTE SPEAKER 2009 BTD Speaker - SF Mayor Gavin Newsom
2009 BTD Speaker - SF Mayor Gavin Newsom 
 
Called "one of the best mayors in America" by Newsweek because he has not been afraid to make bold reforms, San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom has been announced to be the Black Tie Dinner keynote speaker which will be held October 3, 2009 at the Sheraton Dallas.
 
Mayor Newsom tops the dinner gala's line-up which includes previously announced Judy Shepard and Cyndi Lauper, who will be on hand to receive Black Tie Dinner's esteemed Elizabeth Birch Equality Award and Media Award, respectively. Local activist, Steve Atkinson, will receive the Kuchling Humanitarian Award. Table sales for the 28th Black Tie Dinner, themed "Courage. Hope. Inspiration." are underway and officials expect upwards of 3000 guests. To obtain a table, which seats 10 guests, please visit the website for details.
  
VOICE OF PRIDE CONTINUES DTG's Voice of Pride continues
Final Round
Sunday, August 16
9:00 pm 
 
Voice of Pride 2009 sponsored by the Dallas Tavern Guild has selected the finalists! The final round will be held on Sunday, Aug. 16 in the Rose Room. The top five finalists win cash prizes and the winner gets $3,000 plus a trip for two to Hawaii courtesy of Delta Airlines and Orbitz Gay Travel.
 
TABLES AVAILABLE FOR
FINAL NIGHT

 
For reservations, email chris@caven.com  
Major Credit Cards accepted
 
www.dallastavernguild.org

  Events
LONE STAR RIDE CASINO NIGHT Lone Star Ride Casino Night - Friday, July 31
Friday, July 31
7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
 
Pride Radio presents "Lone Star Ride Casino Night" from 7 pm - 10:30 pm at the Hilton Dallas/Park Cities, 5954 Luther Lane in Dallas. Entertain your clients, publicize your business and support the Lone Star Ride all in one place. Various table sponsor packages available. More information available at 214-540-4452.
 
MISS ILUME PAGEANT Miss Ilume Pageant - Friday, July 31 @ Rose Room
Friday, July 31
8:00 pm 
 
The Miss Ilume Pageant will be held Friday night at 8:00 pm in the Rose Room at S4. Doors open at 7:30 pm and there is a $5 suggested donation at the door - Benefitting Kidd's Kids. The event's host will be Jessica Jade and Edna Jean Robinson. Judges include personalities from 106.1 FM. For information call 214-520-0588.
ROUND UP PARLOR SHOW Round Up Parlor Show - Sat., Aug. 1 - 8:30 pm
Saturday, Aug. 1
8:30 pm 
 
The Round Up Saloon presents a Parlor Show on Saturday night at 8:30. It's a fund raiser for Miss Round-Up 2009 Alexandra DeVane on her way to Miss Texas USofA. Hosted by Chanel.
 
WEDNESDAY SUMMER MOVIE NIGHT  Wednesday Movie Night on Cedar Springs - Sex And The City
Wednesday, Aug. 5
8:45 pm

 
Every Wednesday Night thru the Summer on the TMC Patio at 8:00 pm.
  
The movie on August 5 will be
"Sex And The City", plus it's 'Hot Tub Night on the Patio.'
  
Complete Movie Schedule online here
www.shopcedarsprings.com  

 
HRC SUPER FRUIT BOWL HRC Super Fruit Bowl (Aug. 30) - Advance Registration ends August 7
Advance Registration ends
Friday, Aug. 7
   
Event- Sunday, Aug. 30
2:00 pm 
 
Join us for this friendly event where you can show your super bowling skills on the lanes and reveal your true identity while doing so. We will have Best and Worst Contests, a silent auction, and other fun things!
 
Sunday, August 30
1:00 p.m. Check-in
2:00 p.m. Bowling
4:45 p.m. Awards
 
USA Bowl
10920 Composite Dr.
Dallas, TX 75220
 
Early Registration
$25.00 per player (max. 4 players per team) before August 7, 2009. After August 7, 2009 $30.00 per player (max. 4 players per team).
 

 
BIG D CLASSIC Big D Classic (bowling) - Aug 7-9
Friday, Aug. 7 -
Sunday, Aug. 9
  
In a tradition dating back very nearly to the 20th century, bowlers from all around the country descend upon Dallas, Texas in the middle of August to beat the heat and engage in a little friendly competition, all while raising money for a good cause. That event is the Big D Classic bowling tournament.
 
We expect this year's tournament to be our biggest ever, with people traveling to Dallas from all over the world. Be sure to submit your entry as early as possible to guarantee that space is reserved for your team. The Big D Classic is an International Gay Bowling Organization-affiliated tournament.
 
 
Saturday, Aug. 8
 
Big D Classic Get-together @ Woody's - Sat., Aug. 8Big D Get-Together at Dallas Woody's from 7-9 pm. 4011 Cedar Springs Rd.
 
 
Sunday, Aug. 9
 
Big D Awards Presentation Party at Dallas Woody's from 7-9 pm. 4011 Cedar Springs Rd.
WFAA HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO WFAA Health & Fitness Expo Sat. Aug. 8 & Sun. Aug. 9
Saturday, Aug. 8 &
Sunday, Aug. 9

10:00 am - 5:00 pm 
 
You can do it all at the WFAA-TV Health and Fitness Expo coming to the Dallas Convention Center HALL C Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9. It's all part of the Good Morning Texas Summer Health Series and ongoing commitment to helping North Texans lead healthier lives.
 
This FREE event will feature activities fun for the whole family.  Interact with many health and fitness focused businesses and organizations. Free tests and screenings will be available from medical professionals. Plus, there will be lots of free giveaways, special guests, cooking demos, chances to win great prizes, exercise classes and more. Enjoy learning about how you can live a healthy and fit lifestyle.
 
Issue: 09.30 
In This Issue
Black Tie-Gavin Newsom
Voice of Pride Continues
Lone Star Casino Night
Miss Ilume Pageant
Round Up Parlor Show
Wednesday Movie Night
Super Fruit Bowl Regis.
Big D Classic
WFAA Health & Fitness
Pet of the Week
Pet of the Week
DFW Humane Society 
DFW Humane Pet of the Week - Bitty Bit
Bitty Bit is a Domestic Short Hair female that is not spayed. She weighs about 2 lbs. and is White and Black in color. She is about 10 weeks old. Her reason for surrender: Rescued from a hoarder.
   
Bitty Bit is about two and a half months old. She loves to help with the laundry and making beds. She also has experience being on a computer. Her favorite hobbies are eating and playing with sister, Betty Boop. She already knows her vocation - lap cat. Bitty Bit and her sister seem to compliment each other. Bitty Bit is short with a round belly while Betty Boop is tall and lanky. They keep each other company and get along so well together.
     
If you can adopt Bitty Bit 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.

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