Elaine Lancaster to Appear at Bongos
MIAMI, FL – The fabulous Elaine Lancaster can now be seen every Monday night hosting Bongos Cuban Café and Sky Lounge at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 5733 Seminole Way in Hollywood. Elaine will present “Café Society” every Monday at 8 p.m., with a live musical performance by Maryel Epps and musical arrangements by D.J.Smeejay. For reservations, call (954) 791-3040 or visit www.bongoscubancafe.com.
Judy Shepherd Back Pack Drive
WILTON MANORS, FL – Everyone is asked to help out with the annual Back to School Back Pack Drive, Thursday, August 11th, at the Pride Center at Equality Park from 5:30 to 7 p.m. At this event, they will be collecting back packs and school supplies. While you are not required to bring donations to attend, you are strongly encouraged to bring supplies or contribute a minimum of $10 to be used for additional supplies.
The Back Pack Drive is being presented by the Gay and Lesbian Business Exchange and is sponsored by Metro Media Works, Varsity Club, Women in Network and Fast Printz. The completed back packs will benefit students of the Thurgood Marshall Elementary School.
MDGLCC Spotlight Mixer
MIAMI BEACH, FL – The Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend its Spotlight Networker Mixer on Thursday, August 24th, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Rooftop of the Gansevoort Hotel (2377 Collins Avenue) in Miami Beach. Mingle and network with MDGLCC members and guests. Free hors d’oeuvres and vodka drinks. Cash bar. Drawing for great prizes. Complimentary admission for MDGLCC members and $10 general admission. Valet parking $20 or metered street parking in surrounding area. Please register at mdglcc@bellsouth.net or call (305) 673-4440.
Stonewall Library Mourns Loss of Librarian
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – The Stonewall National Museum and Archives is mourning the loss of their beloved librarian and friend, Susanne Phelps. Phelps, who served as Stonewall’s chief librarian, passed away on Friday, August 5th. She was loved and admired by many people connected with Stonewall and the community’s thoughts and prayers go out to her partner, Karen, as well as her family and friends. A memorial service and reception for Susanne Phelps will be held on Saturday, August 20th, at 3 p.m. at the Sunshine Cathedral, 1480 S.E. 9 Avenue in Fort Lauderdale. In lieu of flowers, everyone is being asked to consider a donation in Phelps’ name to a nonprofit animal, environmental or other charity of your choice. The Stonewall National Museum and Archives will create a Library Fund in Phelps’ honor to maintain the ongoing acquisition and collection of books.
Stratton Pollitzer to be Honored by Harvey Milk Foundation
FT. LAUDERDALE, FL – Stratton Pollitzer of Equality Florida will be honored by the Harvey Milk Foundation on August 28 in Miami Beach. According to the Harvey Milk Foundation, Pollitzer is being honored in recognition of his outstanding leadership through tireless work on behalf of Florida LGBT community. The award is presented to a select group of people who have demonstrated outstanding leadership. Past recipients have been Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Gianfranco Fini, President of Italy’s Lower House of Parliament.
The award presentation will take place on Sunday, August 28, at Yuca, 501 Lincoln Road on Miami Beach.
Tickets are $45 and include a fixed menu 3-course brunch with unlimited specialty drinks, tax and tip.