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.
Thursday, Sept. 5 – GFLGLCC Chamber Hero Awards Luncheon– 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM. Wild Thyme Oceanside Eatery, 601 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304. Join us where Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis will be our guest speaker and awards presenter.
Our 2019 Chamber Hero Award Recipients:
-Jungle Queen Riverboats – Jeffrey Kaplan
-Northwestern Mutual Striano Financial Group – Linda Buccilli
-Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitor’s Bureau – Richard Gray
-Freedom Travel – Richard Safaty
-Reyka Vodka – Paola London
The chef will create a unique multi-choice plated lunch, served with an appetizer, tea, soda or coffee. Wild Thyme Oceanside Eatery offers a grown-up interpretation of a chic boardwalk dining experience with a whimsical twist on fresh dining favorites from the land and the sea. https://www.gogayfortlauderdale.com/events/details/gflglcc-chamber-hero-awards-luncheon-presented-by-capital-one-21930
Saturday, Sept. 7 – SAGE of South Florida Monthly Luncheon– 12:30pm – 2:00pm at the Herb Skolnic Center in Pompano Beach. Call (954) 634-7219 to reserve your space. http://www.sagewebsite.org/sage-calendar/
Tuesday, Sept. 10 – OutClique Meet & Greet – 6 PM - 8 PM. United Church of Christ Fort Lauderdale, 2501 NE 30th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306. OutClique and BBB Serving Southeast Florida and the Caribbean present our Gather, Greet, & Eat event! Mark your calendars for this mixer and networking event at United Church of Christ Fort Lauderdale. Lite bites and drinks provided. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/outclique-bbb-of-southeast-florida-gather-greet-eat-tickets-64970281862?aff=eac2
Wednesday, Sept. 11 – Dolphin Democrats Meeting – Second Wednesday of Each Month. 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.” www.dolphindems.org
Friday, Sept. 14 – 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.
Tuesday, Sept. 17 – GFLGLCC Mixer – 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach - A Doubletree by Hilton 801 Seabreeze Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316. Join us as Reyka Vodka Presents the September Mixer for the GFLGLCC - Greater Fort Lauderdale LGBT Chamber of Commerce at Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach- A Doubletree by Hilton with live entertainment with Singer/Songwriter CriStyle Renae. You'll enjoy:
-One Complimentary Reyka Vodka Drink
-Cash Bar with Happy Hour Specials
-Complimentary Hors D'oeuvres
-Attendees will receive a Bahia Mar Local Loyalty Card*
-Stay for dinner and save 20% at the Breezes
Monday, Sept. 23 – SAGE of South Florida Men's Night Out – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm at The Grille On The Drive, 2000 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL 33305.
Men's Night Out has moved to The Grille on the Drive (formerly Tropics).
Save the Date:
Sunday, October 21 - Dolphin Democrats Annual Awards Gala - 6:00pm The Venue Ft. Lauderdale Crystal Ballroom 2345 Wilton Drive Wilton Manors, FL 33305. HONORING Fort Lauderdale’s Mayor Dean J. Trantalis Verna D Johnson Ron Mills Michael Albetta Emma Collum The Pride Center Women’s March - Broward Chapter. To purchase tickets: https://www.dolphindems.org/events/annual-awards-gala/
Saturday, November 9 – The 17th Annual Equality Florida Broward Gala–6:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Las Olas Ballroom, Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach. This fixture on South Florida's November social calendar includes entertainment, dancing, lavish hors d'oeuvres and open bar, the presentation of The Voice for Equality Award (to be announced), the Annual State of the State Address by Equality Florida CEO and co-founder, Nadine Smith, exciting, live and silent auctions, and much much more. Sponsorships available: equalityflorida.org/browardgala
Saturday, November 9 – The Equality Florida Broward Gala VIP Sponsor Reception –5:00 - 6:00 PM. Poolside Terrace, Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach. Join Equality Florida leadership, sponsors and VIPs on the rooftop terrace for sunset for a very special event. Details to come!
Sunday, February 23, 2020 –Stonewall National Museum & Archives Gala–6:00 PM - Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach. The 7th Annual Stonewall National Museum & Archives Gala will be held on Sunday, February 23, 2020 at the fabulous Conrad Hotel hailed as the new five-star beacon of luxury on Fort Lauderdale Beach. The Gala, co-chaired by Yvonne Rohrbacher and Julio Rodriguez will offer guests an exciting evening celebrating the history and culture of the LGBTQ+ community including open bar, 3-course gourmet dinner, live and silent auctions, and entertainment by Miss Coco Peru. *Tickets on sale September 2019! Early bird pricing in effect through December 31, 2019, increasing $25 per ticket thereafter.
Regular Ticket includes open bar cocktail hour, 3-course gourmet diner, wine service with dinner and complimentary valet parking. VIP Ticket includes all the above PLUS premier VIP seating and invitation to exclusive Champagne Reception with Miss Coco Peru under the stars on the Conrad’s beautiful Sky Deck. Stay tuned for exciting announcements of the 2020 Stonewall honorees www.stonewall-museum.orgSponsorships available at all levels as well as Table Captain opportunities. Call 754-206-3323 or e-mail monique@stonewall-museum.org for more information.
Regular Ticket includes open bar cocktail hour, 3-course gourmet diner, wine service with dinner and complimentary valet parking. VIP Ticket includes all the above PLUS premier VIP seating and invitation to exclusive Champagne Reception with Miss Coco Peru under the stars on the Conrad’s beautiful Sky Deck. Stay tuned for exciting announcements of the 2020 Stonewall honorees www.stonewall-museum.orgSponsorships available at all levels as well as Table Captain opportunities. Call 754-206-3323 or e-mail monique@stonewall-museum.org for more information.
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