LGBT Elder Fund donation made

Last year as many of you may remember as part of boi Di's title as Washington State Ms Leather 2010 she held a few fundraisers with the intent of the monies raised going to a LBGT elder fund.  On October 7th a check for $2596 was presented to SAGE with Senior Services of King County.  We thank our community for donating their hard earned money to LBGT seniors in need.  

SAGE affiliates are building a movement to reduce isolation, improve financial security and enhance the quality of life for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender older adults. Through SAGENet, a national network of affiliates, local leaders draw on the wisdom of their peers to implement programs and services that address the most urgent issues facing LGBT elders—from unemployment, to housing, to LGBT-affirming healthcare and more. They are also creating advocacy initiatives where LGBT elders advocate on their own behalf—at the local, state and federal levels.

PS.  I am late in delivering this message due to internal (exciting) upcoming changes at Seattle Announcements.

See Auntie Mame to support Three Dollar Bill Cinema on December 15th

You would have to be new to the GayZette to not know that I love love love Three Dollar Bill Cinema.  They feature the best of the classics and select amazing new releases.  Thanks to the hardworking folks at Three Dollar Bill Cinema.  I have not ever seen the upcoming Auntie Mame which is their annual fundraising screening film.  Ms T.

 Celebrate the season with Three Dollar Bill Cinema and AUNTIE MAME. The beloved 1958 film starring the incomparable Rosalind Russell returns for one night of festive revelry, a 'homo for the holidays' tradition.

Always armed with a colorful dress and an acerbic quip, the flamboyant, vibrant Mame Dennis (Russell) is an unconventional socialite from the roaring 20's. When her young orphan nephew comes to live in her madcap party pad, Mame takes him under wing for an adventure in living life to its fullest.

Gaiety, classic film, and sharp humor...in the words of Auntie Mame: "What could be more wholesome and natural?"

Thursday, December 15, 2011 

7:30pm

AMC Pacific Place Cinema
600 Pine Street, 4th floor
$12.50, General 

$10.50, Members of Three Dollar Bill Cinema (limit 2 per member)

Buy Tickets

 

Bang for the Buck 2011 March 12th, Saturday 6pm - 2am

It is the time for the enticing and exciting Bang for the Buck that is not only a great fundraiser but a fabulously fun event for women to learn to strip, play and donate money to a great cause.  We thank the lovely Midori and the ever so sexy Lydia for making this event possible.  Ms. T.

Bang for the Buck

Benefiting AIDS LifeCycle

Saturday, March 12 at 6:00pm - March 13 at 2:00am

Center for Sex Positive Culture
1602 15th Ave. West
Seattle, WA

      Women Stripping for Women
Wanted: Fabulous Women, Hot Butches, Bois, Grrls & Sexy Sirens
Who will take it off for a good cause!

6-7 - Free Strip lesson for butches and fems
7:30-10 - Strip-O-Rama
10-2 - Shag & Play Party

Auntie Midori's Meat Market
Put yourself on the Market and Find a Hottie

Naughty Prizes & Sexy Raffle Items

Bang Bucks available now:
http://bang4thebuck.org/parties.php

VIP ADVANCED TICKETS HAVE SOLD OUT, but Big Bang All Night Tickets will be available at the door.

BANG BUCKS:
Turn your dancer tipping and raffle tickets into tax deductions! You've got 2 ways.

1. Before the party, donate directly to AIDS LifeCycle fundraising page by Midori & Kelly. www.ToFightHIV.org/goto/Midori and include the words 'BANG BUCKS' in the message. Your Bang Bucks will be waiting for you at the party with the Bank of Bang. Your wholesome and entirely non-suggestively titled tax deduction receipt will be mailed to you from AIDS LifeCycle.
2. Buy Bang Bucks at the party. Buy $50 bundles of Bang Bucks at the Bank of Bang, donated directly into AIDS LifeCycle and score your tax deduction, good karma and tipping money.

VIP Advanced Tickets: SOLD OUT
Big Bang all night: $25 (available at door while supplies last)

18+ (proof of age required)
Open to all women

Major Sponsors: The Pleasure Chest, Stockroom, Center for Sex Positive Culture, Babeland, TwistedMonk, Rope Bondage Dojo

After Holidays Party hosted by WA State Ms. Leather

Here is a double opportunity to play and contribute to the elder fund.  Join the fun at an after Holidays Party hosted by WA State Ms. Leather.  Ms T.

What:  To benefit the LGBT Elders Fund
Schedule:      January 15, 2011
When:           8PM to 1AM
Where:          In the annex and Raw Space
Who:   18+.
Cost:   $20 (everyone pays at fundraisers. Thank you.)
Description:
8-1pm Fuck the social hour, this is a fucking play party!
Come out and get your kink on after all the holiday time with family.
Join boi Di in a fundraiser for the elders fund.
50% of all money at the door goes to the elders fund (thanks to CSPC!)
Any member or non member is welcome (18+, with id)

Rhonda-Passion Parties will be there with fun sex toys (a portion of proceeds to go to the Fund).
NW Community Bootblack Dylan will be there 8pm-10pm with money going to the Elder Fund.

Get your tickets for Sunday's Perfect 10 Date Auction

Get your $5 tickets for an evening of entertainment and fun at Neighbors on Sunday (10th) and enjoy the bidding on packages fit for a date!  Tickets are available online or at the door for $10.  Join in on the bidding fun or be a voyeur and watch.  By all means, just show up!  Ms T.

Perfect 10 Date Auction
SUNDAY, October 10th
6 pm - 9 pm
$5 advance, $10 at the door
Neighbors Night Club
Auction benefiting LBT Health of the YWCA.
This event is co-hosted by The Sisters.
Not single, no problem! We will be auctioning off an Atlantis Cruise for
two!
Perfect 10 welcomes Gay men, Lesbians, Bisexuals, and Transgender
individuals.
Event tickets are available online at
www.perfect10speeddating.webs.com for $5 plus small handling fee.

Some of the Date Packages to Bid On
Atlantis Events Mexico Cruise

Trip:                    LA to Mexico Cruise
Date:                  October 17 – 24, 2010
Category:           I, Oceanview Stateroom
Guests:              Up to Two (2)
Retail Value of entire package:  $2,398.00 USD

The complete package consists of the all-gay vacation listed above and described in full on our website at www.atlantisevents.com. Airfare to and from the destination, ground transfers, onboard expenses, taxes, port fees ($210), and gratuities ($74) are not included, and are the responsibility of the traveler(s). This package is non-transferable and valid only for the vacation listed above. This certificate has no cash value and represents a donation made to the organization listed above.

Another Date package will be a private tour at the Northwest African American Museum  and dinner for two at Marjorie's.

Another Date package will be a tour of Theo's chocolate followed by dessert at Dilettante's.

Dinner and two tickets to a Seattle Sounders game.

Date package will be brunch for two at Rosebud on Capitol Hill.

Dinner for two at Lucid.

Dinner and drinks at Purr followed by Torch Bearers, the latest production for Women Seeking Theatre on Capitol Hill.

Thanks to Perfect 10!

10-10-10 Perfect 10 Date Auction Funds to benefit LBT Health at YWCA

I would like to invite, encourage and twist your lovely arms behind your backs to have you attend the upcoming second Perfect 10 Date Auction benefiting LBT Health of the YWCA next Sunday (read on).  As many of you know, Ingrid works smartly and tirelessly to fill a gap originally left by the closing of Verbena to bring much needed mammograms, breast exams and pap tests to women in need.  This event will help fund a scarcity of grant money that all non-profits are dealing with.  Please come out and support her efforts and support women in our community that need these services.

The event is an auction where you can bid on 'date' packages and enjoy entertainment presented by the  featured auctionee's.  Let me explain as I know this has been a little confusing to people.  You bid on the items and win them, not the person, sorry :~).

So, for example the lovely Fuschia Foxx, will preform and Fuchsia's date package will be a VIP package to Girl4Girl Seattle and dinner for two at Sur (to be confirmed). You can bid on her 'date' package but you do not get to have a date with her...sorry folks!  She just was darling enough to garner the package and will preform for us too!  Still following me?

A just confirmed item to be bid on is an Atlantis Events Mexico Cruise for two!  Now, that is worth either bidding on or coming to see the excitement of who will win it!  


Perfect 10 Date Auction
SUNDAY, October 10th
6 pm
$5 advance, $10 at the door
Neighbors Night Club
Auction benefiting LBT Health of the YWCA.
This event is co-hosted by The Sisters. 
Not single, no problem! We will be auctioning off an Atlantis Cruise for
two!
Perfect 10 welcomes Gay men, Lesbians, Bisexuals, and Transgender
individuals.
Event tickets are available online at
www.perfect10speeddating.webs.com for $5 plus handling fee.


Atlantis Events Mexico Cruise

Trip:                    LA to Mexico Cruise
Date:                  October 17 – 24, 2010
Category:           I, Oceanview Stateroom
Guests:              Up to Two (2)
Retail Value of entire package:  $2,398.00 USD

The complete package consists of the all-gay vacation listed above and described in full on our website at www.atlantisevents.com. Airfare to and from the destination, ground transfers, onboard expenses, taxes, port fees ($210), and gratuities ($74) are not included, and are the responsibility of the traveler(s). This package is non-transferable and valid only for the vacation listed above. This certificate has no cash value and represents a donation made to the organization listed above.

Thanks to Perfect 10.

A Theater off Jackson Party and FundRaisier September 15th Wednesday

Puu Puu III: A TOJ Party and Fundraiser

Tues Sep 15, 6:30 PM

Click here to download the Auction Preview Catalog! 

Tickets $25 or 2 for $45 advance $30 at the door 
A not-to-miss evening of appetizers, cocktails, auction, and puu puu-sized performances by TOJ regulars:
-Naughty shadow puppets by Sgt. Rigsby and His Amazing Silhouettes
-Jonah VonSpreecken from TOJ's Solo Performance Festival
-Comedy duo Chickee and Boom Boom
-Von Foxies burlesque
-Music from Sarah Rudinoff and Rick Miller
-Funny lady Peggy Platt

All Hosted by Lisa Koch (Ham for the Holidays), with
Auctioneer Maggie (Jennifer Jasper - Pulp Vixens)
Auction items include:
* 6 nights at a condo in Sun River
* Packages to pamper you or your pooch
* Entertainment: Annex Theatre, Seattle Symphony, SIFF, The Seattle Rep
* Sirena Espresso Machine
* 4 hours of architectural consulting
* Dining: Ivar's, Georgetown Liquor Co, World Trade Center
Thanks to our generous sponsors: Pnomh Penh, Tom Douglas, Szechuan Noodle Bowl, Four Seas, Georgetown Brewing & Baked In Seattle 

You can find this also on our Auction, Conference, Fundraiser Page http://seattleannouncements.blogspot.com/p/auctions.html as well as on the Seattle Announcements Calendar.

Lyme Time 4 on Saturday September 11th, Fundraiser

It is time for the fundraiser that put the FUN in Fundraiser, Lyme Time 4.  Randy Andy will preform again with a wonderful cast of community notables. The mere act of purchasing tickets will help Randy Andy and her devoted partner Rachel deal with the financial drain of Randy Andy having Chronic Lyme Disease.  As with any chronic illness, many areas of life can be affected and costly treatments can be a burden.  This event is a great evening out and can help a friend too!  Ms T.


Lyme Time 4 Show Details

Saturday, September 11th 7:30 PM (doors open at 6:30)
Theatre Off Jackson (of course!)
409 7th Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98125
Price: $12.00 advance.  $15.00 VIP.  $20 at the door
must be 21+ to attend
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/118415
If you can't make it, or live out of town and want to support us, as always we accept donations both directly (contact me at choreoray@yahoo.com) or via buying tickets on Brown Paper Ticket (and  let me know via email choreoray@yahoo.com that you are buying tickets in support but are unable to attend the show).  
Please tell the people in your life about this show.  We need all the help we can get!

On Seattle Announcements Calendar.

Hot Flash IS THE ONLY place to be this Saturday 21st -

     This Saturday (21st) it may feel like old home week at Hot Flash as you enjoy greeting friends you have not seen out for a while.  THIS is the Hot Flash to go to as Pauline is rolling out the red carpets and throwing a party that will have us wanting more!  I know I am excited to dress up, see women peeps that haven't been out as much lately and make a fabulous night of it.  It is time to party from 6 - 10pm at Neighbours!     
     boi Di will be ensuring that we are entertained at the dance and will be warming us up for the Leather and Lace Talent Show on October 2nd (see next post).  Come on out and support the LGBT Elder Fund by hanging with friends, getting your boots shined, testing your luck at the raffle and shaking your sexy groove thing.  Now, let's see what fun and debauchery Ms Pauline has in store for us!   Ms T.


That's right, Ladies.  Hot Flash has a NEW ATTITUDE!

Di King, WA State Leather Woman 2010, is bringing in the women of Seattle's Leather Community to fundraise for LGBT Elders. 
Be ready:  2 beautiful femme boot blacks to shine your shoes;

Leather Raffle featuring cool gear;
Toilet Paper Bondage Contest; Fan and Flag Dancing by Corky;



1/2 Price for Dykes Who Bring Their Bikes (Motorcycles Only)!  Register your bike for a reserved parking spot in the alley at Neighbours - email (*Pauline at hotflash dot com ) with your name and bike style for 1/2 price coupon; limited space so register early.  You'll be cruising all night without even having to turn on your engines!


Burlesque by our own Happy Hour Hooptinis, Ms. Popeye and Ms. Birdie!


DJ WILDFIRE amps the night with a combination of party anthems, old skool, R&B, disco, hip hop & the best dance music of today.

You know her from our Pride Dances at the War Room (HG) and you've been asking for her at Hot Flash Seattle.  She's the bomb, ladies!

PHOTOS OF YOUR TATTS by our photographer, Jennifer Durham, so wear fetish clothing that shows off your best assets . . .  You will ID by your tattoos in our photos. 

Gina, Garland, Tracy and Wendy are REAL LIVE LESBIAN GO-GO DANCERS dancing for the women they truly LOVE!

And More to be Announced Next Week When Finalized!

On Seattle Announcements Calendar.

1st Annual Leather and Lace (No Contest) FundRaiser - Save the Date

Now that you know where you will be this Saturday the 21st (Hot Flash), let me tell you about the event that we are preparing for!  boi Di who is the current title holder of Washington State Ms. Leather is putting on a show that will be reminiscent of some old school entertainment!  We hope to raise money and have a spanking good time.  Save the date of October 2nd and let's make a great evening of it!

1st Annual Leather & Lace No Contest Fundraiser 

will directly benefit the 

newly established 

LGBT Elders' Fund.  

October 2nd, 2010

6:30 -  8:30
MC'd by the one and only Lamar Van Dyke
Featuring Fabulous Community Entertainers

The Cuff

1533 13th Ave, Seattle,
Suggested Donation $10
Raffle to benefit LGBT Elders' Fund
email: boi Di wastatemsleather2010@gmail.com with any questions
www.wsmlo.org
WSMLO is a federally recognized 501(c) (3) organization.

On Seattle Announcements Calendar.

Yard Sale FundRaiser that is easy to fit in between the Health Fair and the Dyke March

For those of you that know Ruth, you will know that she is headed to South Dakota to dance in a Lakota Ceremony.  What folks may or may not know is what an incredible honor it is to be invited to dance in this sacred ceremony on land that has been danced on for many years by others.  I admit I have an extremely limited understanding of what all this entails but feel blessed to have a teacher such as Ruth to share information with me so I can gain a better understanding of that which I have had little exposure.  Thank you - Ruth!

Before or after you pop into the Rainbow Health Fair at Gilda's Place (ah hem), stop by Ruth's and purchase a little something to help her on her way.  Head up to the hill early for the Dyke March (check your traffic routes as I hear there is hell traffic in spots) and say high and part with a little cash - lol.

Yard Sale / FundRaiser for Ruth's South Dakota Trip

Ruth will Dance in the Lakota Ceremony

June 26th, 10am - 4pm

1018 E. REPUBLICAN ST on CAPITOL HILL.

Tamara the Trapeze Lady's FundRaiser for the Y, TONIGHT

If you have not yet purchased your tickets to the hottest event going in town, do so now! 

Yes, we are talking about...

TAMARA THE TRAPEZE LADY'S BROADWAY FOLLIES
Benefit for the YWCA's Women's Health Outreach Program

Your Rainbow Health Care Team will be there enjoying the show and all of you!

Thursday June 17 8pm Show

Age 18+
Julia’s Restaurant 300 Broadway E
Seattle WA 98122

*Dinner at 6:30pm recommended, but not required.
Tickets $20
$40 Deluxe
$25 cash only at the door

*Dinner guests get preferred seating at 6:30pm, so we highly recommend making reservations to enjoy dinner at the show. Ticketed guests will be admitted at 7pm and 'at the door' ticket buyers will be admitted at 7:30.

For dinner reservations please contact Julia’s @206-334-0513 or email juliasrestaurantseattle.com.

Please note: Dinner and the show are sold separately.  Julia’s Restaurant does NOT sell tickets to this event. 

Want to be treated like the super special person you are?  $40 Deluxe package includes front section seating reserved till 7:45pm, your photo with performers after the show, a signed Tamara the Trapeze Lady /Blow Me' postcard and a marvy mystery gift.

Thanks to Tamara for the scoop!  She is one stand up broad!

Aunt Flo FundRaiser at the Lobby Bar on Monday May 3rd

I enjoyed the artwork that advertised this event but it was huge even when optimized so if you have nothing else to do, check it out on the Lobby Bar's website.

Join us on Monday May 3rd 8pm to help the Lobby’s Exceptional Queen Aunt Flo.  Join us for drink specials, special Flo shots, commentary on how life is a bitch, and some fabulous drag numbers!


If you can’t make it to our event, please consider donating directly to Aunt Flo through the paypal link www.thelobbyseattle.com.  Although not tax deductible a donation will insure your placement in the Gay Mafia.


For more info visit www.thelobbyseattle.com
916 East Pike, Seattle, WA 98122, (206) 328-6703

The 6th Annual "An Incredible Feast" on August 22, 2010

Save the Date:

The 6th Annual "An Incredible Feast" on August 22, 2010!  Conceived by Tamara Murphy of Brasa Restaurant, this event is one of Seattle's premier food events and showcases an astounding variety of local flavors, all prepared using fresh farm ingredients.

Held outdoors in a farmers market setting, guests can sample over 30 gourmet dishes, enjoy excellent local (Salmon Safe certified!) wines and beers, and meet the chefs and farmers behind the food.  The event also features country-fair-style games with fabulous prizes, live music and a dessert auction.  All proceeds from the event support the Good Farmer Fund (emergency relief for local farmers in need) and the NFMA's educational programing.  

This year's Feast will again be held at the University District Market site under one enormous event tent, complete with chandeliers to light up the farmer and chef tables.  The U-District market is the oldest and largest 'farmer-only' market in Washington state, celebrating 17 years of operation in 2010.  This market is 'home' to thousands of shoppers each year, including many of Seattle's best-known chefs and foodies.

This fundraiser was conceived by Chef Tamara Murphy of Brasa Restaurant and is organized by Chef Tamara and the Neighborhood Farmers Market Alliance.  Tamara’s inspiration for this event comes from her personal experience of cooking with local farm and sea products.  She says: “Good dishes can only come from good food…Chefs get all the glory for their creations, but it is vitally important to acknowledge the local farmers who are the backbone of these culinary successes.  Citywide farmers markets have made us rethink what tastes good and the value of local, seasonal, sustainably-grown food."

With farmland continuing to disappear across the nation (due to development and urban sprawl), it is more vital than ever to support and protect our local farmers, farmland, and the markets where small family farms earn the full dollar value of their products.  Our health, our environment, our local economies cannot thrive without healthy, sustainable systems of food and agriculture.

Thanks to:
http://www.seattlefarmersmarkets.org/the-incredible-feast-where-the-farmers-are-the-stars
for this entire important posting, Ms T.

Olive Dume's Enigma Ball - March 19th - $3 Donations for Alzheimer's Association FundRaiser

This is an extremely inexpensive donation cover so if you can donate at the event - great, they won't turn it away!  Think about getting out and enjoying other peoples company.  Look at the great men's effort at dressing up.  They are probably starting right now - lol.  Ms T
Come join SOMHOW for an evening of live entertainers, belly dancers, burlesque AND A Masquerade ball on March 19th at Cafe Metropolitan - 8pm - 11pm.

Announcing.. ......

Sisters of the Mother House of Washington (SOMHOW) present, Olive Dume's Enigma Ball

Bring out you favorite costume and paint your face or wear a mask.  Several items shall be auctioned and there will be a raffle and who can resist the tantalizing taste of Jell-O Shots.

Date: March 19th
Time: 8PM
Cost: $3 donation
Location: Cafe Metropolitain 1701 E Olive Way, Seattle WA 98102
Venue Phone: 206 324 0771
Primary Contact: Sister Olive Dume daschsmeister@gmail.com   

Secondary Contact: Sister Angela Merici srangelamerici@gmail.com 

http://www.seattlesisters.org

Thanks Sisters of the Mother House of Washington.

On Seattle Announcements Calendar.