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Tuesday, March 15 – GFLGLCC February Mixer – 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Piazza Navona, New Construction Town Homes with Elevators, Rooftop Terraces & Garages. 645 NE 9th Ave.- Fort Lauderdale, In Victoria Park adjacent to Holiday Park. Join us as Reyka Vodka presents the January Mixer for the GFLGLCC - Greater Fort Lauderdale Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce. GFLGLCC Members: Free, Future-Members $10. One complimentary Reyka Vodka drink included. RSVP Not Required but Appreciated. http://www.gogayfortlauderdale.com/events/details/gflglcc-march-mixer-at-piazza-navona-630
On this
Blog, I will post a highlight of some of the LGBT non-profit and political
events that are going on in Ft. Lauderdale each month, so folks who want to
attend can put them on their Calendars.
Tuesday, March 1 – Mack Power Lunch – 11:30am – 1:30pm at Boat Yard,
1555 S.E. 17th Street, Ft. Lauderdale, FL. At the beginning of every Power
Lunch we offer approx. 30 minutes to introduce yourself and chat with fellow
attendees in a social setting. There may be a very brief presentation by an
event sponsor to share insights and industry information. Then the rest of our
time is enjoying lunch and breaking the ice to develop professional friendships
with everyone around you. $34.00, Advance Registration required: www.mackplanet.com
Wednesday, March 2 – Casino Night
for Poverello AIDS Walk Team – 7:00pm.
Hunters Fort Lauderdale, 2232 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, Florida 33305. Hunters
Fort Lauderdale is hosting Casino Night for Poverello's Hunger Fighter team for
the Florida AIDS Walk and Music Festival. All funds will go to Poverello's food
pantry. Games featured will be Texas hold'em, Roulette, Poker and BlackJack.
Buy in will be $25 for 2500 in chips. Lots of silent auction and raffle items
available. For more information contact events@poverello.org or Kevin at
954-561-3663 ext 106. This is a canned food drive, bring canned good for a
special raffle prize entry. https://www.facebook.com/events/1053786387985524/
Thursday, March 3 – GLLN Social
Luncheon – 11:45am
– 1:15pm. TIMPANO CHOPHOUSE
450 E Las Olas Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301.
Monthly luncheons are on the first thursday of every month. The mission for the
gay & lesbian lawyers network is to provide a social network in which gay,
lesbian and gay friendly lawyers can develop their practices through
friendships, referral relationships and professional development. APPROVED FOR
ONE (1) CLE ETHICS CREDIT FOR THIS LUNCHEON. http://www.glln.org/events/
Tuesday, March 8 – Mack Mixer Fort
Lauderdale – 6:30pm
- 9:00pm. TBD. There’s no doubt MACK continues to redesign how business people
create new relationships and establish friendships - regardless of sexuality.
MACK aims to be the most reliable business and social network for the Gay and
Lesbian Community of South Florida. Join their mailing list, register for a
lunch, swing by one of the mixers, but most important - bring your friends!
Everyone is welcome. MACK is less about orientation and all about discovering
untapped opportunities! Entry $10 includes one Kettle One Cocktail. For
information, visit: www.mackplanet.com
Thursday, March 10 – GLBX
Business After Hours – 5:30pm - 7:00pm. TBD. Come join us for great networking with
other members of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce at one of Fort
Lauderdale's finest dining establishments on Las Olas. Complimentary for
members and $10 admission for nonmembers. http://www.ftlchamber.com/index.php?src=events&srctype=detail&category=GLBX&refno=103805
Friday, March 11 – SunServe
Silver Serve Luncheon
– 11:00am – 1:00pm (Second Friday of the Month). ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise
Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL. Every Second Friday of the Month. SunServe is a
model 501(c)(3) nonprofit social service agency serving the Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (LGBTQ) community in South Florida. We
provide high quality, compassionate, and progressive care for all, including
those in financial need, minorities, youth, seniors, families, and those with
life-challenging physical or emotional conditions. We also perform numerous
education and outreach projects. Kindly RSVP by calling 954.764.5150 ext. 114.
Saturday, March 12 – SAGE in Fort
Lauderdale Event Honoring Tony Timiraos – 6:30pm -
8:30pm. 2415 Middle River Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305. SAGE (Services
& Advocacy for GLBT Elders) is the country's largest and oldest
organization dedicated to improving the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual and
transgender (LGBT) older adults. SAGE’s mission is to lead in addressing issues
related to LGBT aging. In Fort Lauderdale, SAGE and Our Fund Community
Foundation have teamed to provide training to local service providers,
including the Pride Center and SunServe, who will, in turn train employees of
area facilities and agencies in the care of, and respect for, LGBT elders. The Pride Center also continues to be a key
pilot site for SAGEWorks, a training program for older LGBT people seeking to
re-enter the workforce. I hope you consider joining us at the event. Donations
start at $100 pp. You can RSVP at
https://giveto.sageusa.org/pages/events/sage--friends-miami/2015/2016-sage-fort-lauderdale-event-registration-page-?srctid=1&erid=1221497&trid=247d4800-058f-48e6-ba79-daf05819576c
Saturday, March 12 – Pride Center
Bingo – Second Saturdays
of Each Month. 6:30 p.m. doors open; 7:30 p.m. Pride Center, 2040 N. Dixie Hwy,
Wilton Manors. Main Hall, Schubert Building. Bingo; proceeds benefit The Pride
Center. The cost is $15.00 for the Bingo Package. There will be a
concession stand open and there is a 50/50 raffle. In general about $1100.00 in
prizes are given out. http://www.pridecenterflorida.org/
Tuesday, March 15 – GFLGLCC February Mixer – 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Piazza Navona, New Construction Town Homes with Elevators, Rooftop Terraces & Garages. 645 NE 9th Ave.- Fort Lauderdale, In Victoria Park adjacent to Holiday Park. Join us as Reyka Vodka presents the January Mixer for the GFLGLCC - Greater Fort Lauderdale Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce. GFLGLCC Members: Free, Future-Members $10. One complimentary Reyka Vodka drink included. RSVP Not Required but Appreciated. http://www.gogayfortlauderdale.com/events/details/gflglcc-march-mixer-at-piazza-navona-630
Wednesday, March 16 – The
Equality Garden Club
– The Equality Park Garden Club meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month except
December. It is a Gay and straight friendly garden club with a variety of
plant related events. Meetings include a guest speaker with a
horticultural topic, plant exchange, raffle table, and refreshments. For more
info contact for Chuck Nicholls at canick@aol.com
March 17 - April 3 – Slow Burn
Theatre Company, Spring Awakenings – Amaturo
Theater at the Broward Center.201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. The winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical,
Spring Awakening explores the poignant journey of a group of German
students in the 19th century as they move from adolescence to adulthood. The
landmark musical is a rock musical adaption of morality, sexuality, rock and
roll, and the trials and tribulations of growing up.
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venueartist/106505/2084160?brand=broward&camefrom=CFC_Broward_Web
Saturday, March 19 – Wilton Manors
Art Expo – Held on
the 3rd Saturday of each month – 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm. November through April,
along the 1.1 mile Wilton Drive, in the Wilton Manors Art and Entertainment
District. The official participants include galleries, eclectic stores, cafes,
boutiques and upscale restaurants, which will host over 40 local artists. This
is a grassroots collaboration bringing culture and business together for the
public to enjoy. Experience Stonewall Gallery, as part of the Art Walk On
Wilton Drive. Free admission and festive offerings along Wilton Drive and
throughout Wilton Manors. https://www.facebook.com/wiltonmanorsartexpo/?fref=photo
Sunday, March 20 –
Lambda Legal in Fort Lauderdale – 5:00pm – 7:00pm. Bonnet House
Museum & Gardens, 900 N Birch Rd, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304. Lambda
Legal returns to the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens on Sunday, March 20,
2016. Join us for an evening of cocktails & hors d'oeuvres among the lush
grounds of this historic Fort Lauderdale icon as we celebrate Lambda Legal’s
victories for equality and commit to the work ahead. Event Co-Chairs: Robert
Kuhn, Ken Keechl. Special Guest Speaker: Kevin Cathcart, Lambda Legal Executive
Director. For tickets or more information visit http://www.lambdalegal.org/fortlauderdale
or please contact Jeff Souva at jsouva@lambdalegal.org or call 312-605-3228.
Save the Date:
Wilton Manors Art Expo – Held on the 3rd Saturday of
each month – 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm. November through April, along the 1.1 mile
Wilton Drive, in the Wilton Manors Art and Entertainment District. The official
participants include galleries, eclectic stores, cafes, boutiques and upscale
restaurants, which will host over 40 local artists. This is a grassroots
collaboration bringing culture and business together for the public to enjoy.
Experience Stonewall Gallery, as part of the Art Walk On Wilton Drive.
Free admission and festive offerings along Wilton Drive and throughout Wilton
Manors. https://www.facebook.com/events/1636973699909440/
Pride Center Bingo – Second Saturdays of Each Month.
6:30pm. doors open; 7:30pm. games begin Main Hall, Schubert Building. Bingo;
proceeds benefit The Pride Center. The cost is $15.00 for the Bingo
Package. There will be a concession stand open and there is a 50/50
raffle. In general about $1100.00 in prizes are given out. http://www.pridecenterflorida.org/
TBD – Dolphin Democrats Meeting – 7:00pm. The Pride Center, 2040 A North Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors, FL. 7:00 pm – Pizza and social. 7:30 pm – Meeting. “Further, it shall be the mission of this organization to foster good will between gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) members of the Democratic Party and the community at large. We seek individual freedom in the framework of a just society and political freedom in the framework of meaningful participation by all citizens.” http://www.dolphindems.org/
TBD – Pride Center Founders
Circle Reception – 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm. TBD. The Founder's Circle are individuals who
make a monthly gift of $100 to the Pride Center. If you are interested in
attending the event to see what it is all about, there is no commitment to
become a Founder, just a chance to meet folks and hear about the great work the
Pride Center is doing. Free parking is available but limited. RSVP by
Wednesday, August 19, 2015 to RSVP@PrideCenterFlorida.org or 954.463.9005 x
104.
Sunday, April 10 – The Pride Center
5K Run/Walk on Wilton Drive – A
5K run or walk through the city. Both the 5K Run/Walk will be professionally
timed by Split Second Timing, with overall male & female winners as well as
age-based category winners.In the heart of the City of Wilton Manors, Wilton
Drive! A certified 5K race route is along Wilton Drive to Andrews Avenue and
through beautiful city neighborhoods and back to Wilton Drive. https://www.facebook.com/events/1691286071087956/
Friday, May 13 –Diversity Honors,
co-presented by the Harvey Milk Foundation and The Pride Center at Equality
Park – 6:00pm – 10:00pm at The
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. Diversity Honors event is a collaboration
between two organizations, The Harvey Milk Foundation and The Pride Center at
Equality Park. Diversity Honors is designed to put South Florida on the
International stage of LGBTQ rights and activism. The event will highlight
those who have made a transformational effect on improving the lives of others,
leading the change to promote inclusion and acceptance. Tickets: $150 per
person. http://www.diversityhonors.com/
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