ONE-TIME EVENTS - Updated Sunday, February 5th, 2012
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Vote for Pride Grand Marshals
Now through April 10th
Being named a Grand Marshal of the Houston LGBT Pride Celebration is among the highest honors bestowed by
Houston's LGBT Community. Individuals nominated for Grand Marshal have made significant achievements for LGBT
rights and considerable contributions to the LGBT community at large. Grand Marshal voting will end on Tuesday, April
10, 2012 at 11:59 PM CST. Find out more about the nominees and vote by clicking here.
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Noche de Amoure (Night of Love): GALLO Annual Valentine's Day Dinner
Friday, February 10th, 8 pm to 2 am, 812 Westheimer
Join GALLO, the Gay and Lesbian Latin Organization for this annual Valentine's dinner/dance. Tickets start at $50
per person and are available on-line. Dinner choices include chicken, fish or beef, with a champagne toast. A limited
number of VIP tables are also available.
The event will have a cash bar and we will have beer, wine, champagne, mixed drinks, water, sodas, etc. along with
photo shoots, valet parking, DJ, and Silent Auction.
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LHI's Celebration of Love Gala
Saturday, February 11th, at the DoubleTree Hotel Downtown, 400 Dallas
Join the wonderful women of the Lesbian Health Initiative (LHI) at their annual Valentine's Day Dinner, Comedy Show
and dance. Nationally known comedian Suzanne Westenhoefer is the headliner, and local favorite Ginger Leigh
returns as Master of Ceremonies. The attire is Black Tie and Boots. This year's honoree is Dorothy Weston
Gibbons, founder of The Rose.
This year's silent auction featured item is a Vitacci 50cc Retro Scooter, and you can buy raffle tickets in advance
along with your online ticket purchases. Easy peasy! Event tickets start at $100 and raffle tickets are 3 for $25.
* 6:00 to 7:00pm Reception, auction and photo
* 7:00 to 8:15pm Seated dining
* 8:15 to 9:30pm Honoree, comedian Suzanne Westenhoefer and more...
* 9:30pm-1:00am Party and dance!
Sponsor and reserved table opportunities are available. See the website for details.
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Flowercat Productions Meltdown Chocolate Valentine's Bash
Saturday, February 11th, 10 pm to 2 am at The Fairview Lounge, 315 Fairview
We are providing free chocolate covered strawberries and complimentary free drinks to everyone in the house, by
one of our local sponsors just for being our fabulous guest. Also a lucky guest will have a chance to win a dozen of
roses for valentine's with a cash value of $75 to be delivered on valentine's day to their special someone. And to all
the single people we didn't forget about you. We are asking you to wear something pink or chocolate brown so you can
be recognized by others that are single. Our guest DJ on board will be dj millerchild. We have a list of chocolate
drink specials just waiting for you to taste. They're starting as low as $5 for some of the top names for all yall heavy
hitters!!! And remember, it's never a fee to party. For more info, contact Flowercat
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Le Masquerade - a Pre-Mardi Gras Party by Pride Houston
Saturday, February 11th, 6:30 until 9:30pm, Location TBD
At this celebration ALL guests MUST be wearing a mask - although I think the guy in this picture has missed the mark!
! What you wear beyond that is up to you. How elaborate will your mask be? Show off because everyone will be
watching. *costumes are encouraged but not required*
A $25 donation will be collected at the door. Proceeds from the event benefit Pride Houston. This event is a social
mixer. There will be an open bar and light hors d'oeuvres. Music will be provided by DJ Bobby J! I'll publish the
location as soon as I hear from Pride.
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House Concert featuring Nancy Beaudette, Canadian Singer/Songwriter
Saturday, February 18th, 7 pm at 3203 Rustling Moss Drive, Houston
These house concerts are a great way to meet the women of LOAF and to discover new and talented musicians. Please
call Sandi at 713-502-9297 for reservations
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Out & Equal Lunch & Learn: Lessons-learned from the Out & Equal Workplace Summit
Wednesday, Feb. 22nd, 11:15 am to 1 pm at the Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza
Question: What do you get when over 2000 GLBT and allied business leaders convene for the Out & Equal's annual
Workplace Summit?
Answer: Lots of information about how to make GLBT workplace equality a reality -- including: emerging trends,
strategies for success, best practices and lessons-learned from a wide range of companies and organizations.
Out & Equal Houston Co-Chairs, Gemma Burns and Mike Craig have been featured panelists and workshop presenters
at several Workplace Summits. At this informative Lunch & Learn program, they will share some highlights from the
2010 and 2011 summits -- including workshop materials from companies like Raytheon, Accenture, Blue Cross of
Florida, Procter & Gamble, Chevron, and more!
A sampling of the workshop materials will be provided on:
Hitting the bullseye: How your ERG can engage leaders and drive business results
Social Media & Mobile Strategies (for employee groups)
The ABC’s of a Successful ERG: Allies, Business Focus and Community
Authenticity: Bring the best "you" to work and life
You Don't Just Need a Business Case -- You Need a Business Plan
The program will conclude with a round-table discussion about 2012 programming plans for Out & Equal Houston --
including topic suggestions for upcoming Lunch & Learns, webinars and panel discussions.
Regular Ticket Price: $25 and you can register online.
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Out & Equal Networking Happy Hour
Tuesday, February 28th, 6 to 8 pm at Vida Tex Mex, 4224 San Felipe
Out & Equal Houston and My Gay Houston will be co-hosting quarterly networking mixers at some of Houston's
trendiest spots! Join us for our first networking mixer on Tuesday, February 28th at River Oak's hottest new
restaurant, Vida Tex-Mex! Your first drink from a select beverage partner will be free -- and your free drink ticket
will also double as an entry for some fabulous door prizes! Plus enjoy a sampling of delicious appetizers courtesy of
Vida! RSVP via Facebook.
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Houston Area Women's Center 24th Annual Race Against Violence
Saturday, March 3rd
Join over 2,500 survivors, family members, and community supporters will take a step to stop domestic and sexual
violence in Houston. For the first time, American General and Whole Foods host the family festival on their grounds.
El Paso Corporation presents the Kids 1K fun run; medals are awarded to all children. $500 cash prizes are awarded
to the overall winners, female and male, and to the overall Masters female and male. Special awards are presented to
the top three females and males by age category. FREE PARKING is available on the surface lots of the American
General Campus (enter off Waugh Drive at D'Amico). For more information, and to register, click here.
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Bringin' in the Green, a Benefit for Montrose Counseling Center
Friday, March 16th, 5:30 to 8:30 pm at 3618 Burlington • Houston
Bringin' in the Green is vital to Montrose Counseling Center's ability to serve the mental health needs of Houston's
GLBT communities. Every penny raised will go to direct client services, thanks to the generous underwriting of hosts
John Danielson, who welcomes us in his beautiful home, and attorney Dwane Todd, who provides the delicious hors
d'oeuvre.
Sponsorship opportunities begin at the $60 Shamrock level and continue to the $5,000 St. Patrick Underwriters.
They include ticket(s) to the event and recognition of your support. Tickets may be purchased at the door or in
advance online. $35 per person. $30 for seniors. Great company and a silent auction -- You won't want to miss it!
For more information, please contact Community Projects Specialist Meleah Jones by email or at 713.800.0872.
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Victory Fund Champagne Brunch - Houston
Sunday, March 25th, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm at the Hilton Americas
Since 1991, the Victory Fund has helped thousands of openly LGBT candidates win election to local, state and federal
offices. This Brunch is their major Houston fundraiser each year, and it is a wonderful event. 2012 is going to be an
exciting year. Tammy Baldwin could become the first openly LGBT U.S. Senator. We have an opportunity to nearly
double our representation in the U.S. House. And hundreds of other brave LGBT candidates will be running for public
offices across the country. Tickets are $125 and you can purchase them online.
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