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Oak Lawn Newsletter - Friday, Sept. 18
Greetings!
THE 26TH ANNUAL ALAN ROSS
TEXAS FREEDOM PARADE
Sunday, Sept. 21
Dallas Pride Weekend is here!
Parade: Sunday 2:00 pm
Cedar Springs Rd. to Lee Park
Festival in Lee Park
begins at Noon and continues after the Parade
Complete Parade and Festival information & travel info here:
www.dallasprideparade.com There are many, many events this week and throughout the weekend. For a complete list of Pride events around the area, check the Events page:
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MULLIGANS STAR CHARLIE DAVID
APPEARANCE AT TAPELENDERS 
** TONIGHT **
Friday, Sept. 18
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
TapeLenders is pleased to announce a special visit by Charlie David... the well known hunk who has starred in Dante's Cove, A Four Letter Word, and most recently, Mulligans. In the story (Mulligans), Tyler Davidson invites his college buddy Chase (Charlie David) home for the summer holidays and a secret is revealed that threatens to tear his perfect family apart. Fans of Charlie David are invited to come to TapeLenders, 3926 Cedar Springs Road, and meet Charlie and have their Mulligans DVD signed between the hours of 7 P.M. and 8 P.M., Friday, September 18th. www.tapelenders.com |
DEREK & ROMAINE LIVE 
Friday, Sept. 18
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join the two craziest, creative radio hosts from SIRIUS Satellite Radio's Out Q network as they once again invade Dallas for a live broadcast. Live from Sue Ellen's on Throckmorton, with special celebrity guests, prizes, games and audience participation. It's always wild and crazy so you better get there early to be sure you have a good seat. No cover charge. Sue Ellen's 3014 Throckmorton www.partyattheblock.com |
 PRE-PRIDE AT THE PARK
Friday, Sept. 18
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Dallas CVB and Logo Present: Pre-Pride at the Park in Victory Park. This promises to be one of the hottest parties of Dallas Pride 2009, and for good reason! Not only is it taking place at the trendy Park at Victory Park, but the first 200 guests will get fabulous gift bags. DJ Mitchell will be providing some funky beats, free drinks will be available and the paparazzi will be there to make sure you can at least remember some of the fun.
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BULI WINE/CHEESE GALA 
Friday, Sept. 18
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join us for a delicious and entertaining early evening Pride event in the heart of the "gayborhood".
Wine/cheese/appetizers and some great live entertainment. Buli Cafe, 3908 Cedar Springs Rd.
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LARRY KRAMER MEET & GREET 
Friday, Sept. 18
9:00 pm
Join us as we host a meet and greet with Larry Kramer and an art auction. Dallas Eagle, 5740 Maple Avenue
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"TAIL WAGGING" WALK ON THE TRAIL 
Saturday, Sept. 19
Do you love dogs and hate cancer? The American Cancer Society is hosting a brand new event just for you! Join us for a "tail waggin" good time that fights back against human and animal cancers. This is a fun non-competitive walk on the Katy Trail, a vendor fair, food, games, prizes and so much more!
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KEEP THE TRAIL SAFE! 
Saturday, Sept. 19
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Our good friends at the Dallas Police Central Division will be holding a Volunteers in Patrol Class on Saturday, September 19th from 9am until 3pm. This class will include a tour of the City of Dallas 911 Facility. We will also have guest speaker who will discuss Crime prevention on the Katy Trail. This course will be held at 3535 Travis suite #100.
Space is limited so Email your Volunteer Application and Volunteer Waiver early to reserve your space. Complete information can be found on the web site.
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GAY DAY AT SIX FLAGS 
Saturday, Sept. 19
10:00 am until park closes
Once again the "queer" community descends on the largest theme park in the Southwest for a day of food, fun, rides and community. This is a really special outing and should not be missed. Six Flags Over Texas is located in Arlington, midway between Dallas and Fort Worth at the intersection of Interstate 30 and Highway 360 (Angus Wynne Jr. Freeway). For more information or tickets after September 1st, call 214-754-8710 xt 116 or e-mail: martin@dallasvoice.com
Sponsored by the Dallas Voice.
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EAGLE KINK CARNIVAL 
Saturday, Sept. 19
Noon - 5:00 pm
Dallas Eagle hosts the carinval in the Upper Parking Lot. Dunking booths, Sumo wrestling, and many games provided by the local clubs and organizations. The event starts at noon and runs through 5pm. It's a Carnival like no other. Then join the Eagle as we host a Pride Celebration at 10pm. 5740 Maple Ave.
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GAY BINGO AT THE ROSE ROOM 
Saturday, Sept. 19
5:00 pm
This month's theme: "Gay Bingo University" Pledge my Way to Graduation. One of the highlights of Pride Week is Gay Bingo. Lots of guest stars, surprises, great prizes and loads of laughs with Jenna Skyy and her cohorts. Reserve your tickets early because this one is always sold out well in advance of the date. The Rose Room @ Station 4, 3911 Cedar Springs Road
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| A SORBID COMEDY AFFAIR
Saturday, Sept. 19
8:00 pm 
This event brings together three of the funniest entertainers in show business: world-famous comedienne and star of "Sabrina, The Teenage Witch" and "The Biggest Loser" Caroline Rhea; Emmy-award winning actor and author Leslie Jordan, "Will & Grace's" Beverly Leslie; and the award-winning playwright of "Sordid Lives," "Southern Baptist Sissies," "Queer as Folk," Del Shores. Plus Rue McClanahan, "Blanche Devereaux of "Golden Girls". The Majestic Theater, 1925 Elm Street. Tickets: $22.50 - $100.00 tickets, at The Majestic Box Office, 214-373-8000 or at Ticketmaster
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THE ANNUAL "HIGH DRAG" BALL 
Saturday, Sept. 19
It's not a "Stonewall Riot" but it will be a "fashion and laugh riot" as the gang gathers to model, perform and raise money for charity.
Barbara's Pavilion, 315 Centre Street.
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THE 26TH ANNUAL ALAN ROSS
TEXAS FREEDOM PARADE 
Sunday, Sept. 20
2:00 pm
Come celebrate 26 years of Dallas GLBT Pride with a fabulous parade. This year's theme is "Your Rights Our Rights Human Rights" Party starts to gather at 12:00 noon with pre-parade entertainment at 1:00 pm and the parade steps off promptly at 2:00 pm. Cedar Springs Road to Lee Park.
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FESTIVAL IN LEE PARK 
Sunday, Sept. 20
11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Spend your Sunday of Pride Weekend in Lee Park with great food, live entertainment by Anton Shaw & her Band, VIP guests, trophies, awards, prizes and outrageous activities hosted by Derek & Romaine of SIRIUS Satellite's OutQ Radio 109.. Lee Park @ Turtle Creek
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3rd ANN. BLOCK PARTY PEACE FESTIVAL 
Sunday, Sept. 20
2:00 - 8:30 pm
ArtSpirit, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to the exploration of Spirituality and Social Action through the Arts, will host a special event in celebration of INTERNATIONAL PEACE DAY in Dallas. The Block Party Peace Festival in the Bishop Arts District. The festival includes a Green Dreams Village (arts and goods from recycled items), art booths, children's booths with face-painting, umbrella and mural painting and other crafts, plus story-telling, Bishop Arts District merchants' street sales, artwork and local entertainers. Plus a Pet Parade. The event is free.
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CLEVE JONES "MEET & GREET" 
Sunday, Sept. 20
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Equality March Texas and Equality Across America will host activist Cleve Jones at Buzz Brew's Kitchen, 4334 Lemmon Ave. Jones will be in Dallas promoting the National Equality March scheduled for October 10-11th in Washington D.C. From his days working along side pioneer LGBT rights leader, Harvey Milk, to the creation of the AIDS Memorial Quilt, the NAMES Project and the organization of the upcoming October 11th LGBT March on Washington, Cleve's work has helped shape the lives of millions of people the world over. Free event and open to the public. |
| NORTH TEXAS GLBT
CHAMBER PRIDE DINNER  Monday, Sept. 21
7:00 pm
Join the members of the North Texas GLBT Chamber as they celebrate Pride with special weekend guests Doug Spearman of Noah's Arc and Adam Bouska and Jeff Parshley of the NoH8 Campaign. Cocktails and social mixer at 6:00 pm and dinner served at 7:00 pm.
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WEDNESDAY SUMMER MOVIE NIGHT 
Wednesday, Sept, 23
8:45 pm
Every Wednesday Night thru the Summer on the TMC Patio at 8:45 pm. Enjoy give-aways and drinks. Black-Eyed Pea is on hand to take your food orders.
The movie on Septemver 23 will be
"Jeffrey".
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LONE STAR RIDE FIGHTING AIDS 
Saturday, Sept. 26 -
Sunday, Sept. 27
Ride Out to Fight AIDS on Our New Figure 8 Route - Two Great Days of Riding from One Central Location. Lone Star Ride is a two-day, 165-mile cycling adventure through scenic suburban and country roads winding through and around Dallas/Fort Worth. Lone Star Ride's goal is to raise money to fight AIDS and support those affected by HIV/AIDS. For both riders and crew members, it's a great way to meet new friends and have a lot of fun while supporting a serious cause. With hilarious pit stops, an evening party and live entertainment, it's an unforgettable experience.
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ALL ABOUT UPTOWN FESTIVAL 
Saturday, Sept. 26
11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Uptown Dallas, Inc. presents Signature Lifetime Festival to showcase Uptown dining, arts, culture and more! Enjoy the Viking/Factory Builder Stores Chef Showcase, Post Properties Pets R Uptown by City Vet, historic tours, Dean Food Kids Korner -- and of course the best music -- plus some new elements to keep it fresh! Great people watching, fun for kids, friendly pets, hot chefs, awesome tours, set to the hottest music = Uptown Fabulous!!
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135th ANNIVER. CELEBRATION SUNDAY 
Sunday, Sept. 27
10:50 am
Oak Lawn United Methodist Church invites you to the 135th Anniversary Celebration Sunday. Worship that day will be led by the North Texas Conference Bishop of the United Methodist Church, Bishop W. Earl Bledsoe. The weekend celebrations will begin with an Art Show open to all in the Fellowship Hall of Oak Lawn United Methodist Church. The Art Show will be available Friday, Sept. 25 from 12p - 5 p, Saturday, Sept. 26 from 10a - 5p, and Sunday, Sept. 27 from 8a - 2p. 3014 Oak Lawn Avenue, at the corner of Cedar Springs and Oak Lawn.
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| Pet of the Week
DFW Humane Society 
Anushka is a Domestic Short Hair female that is not spayed. She weighs about 7 lbs. and is blue in color. She is about 8 years old. His reason for surrender: Not working out.
"I am a gorgeous 8 year old spayed female. I was named after the daughter of Ravi Shankar. She is a composer and like her I know we can compose wonderful music together. I get only well with other pets and people. You must come by and let my tug at your heart strings."
Cat Adoption fee of $85.00 includes: Spay/Neuter, Leukemia test, FVRCP Vaccination, General deworm, Microchip, Microchip Enrollment, Free Exam at Vet within 10 days of adoption. Temporary carrier to transport.
If you can adopt Anushka 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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