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THE SAN DIEGO LGBT COMMUNITY CENTER’S HARVEST HOWL FOR YOUTH HOUSING 2009
36TH ANNIVERSARY GALA The “Top of the Park” is the perfect venue to be prowled by a wolf man or seduced
Wouldn’t you know it, that Marie Antoinette costume WILL see anoth- by a vampire! Especially if they’re generous and they care about the community!
er use this year! The San Diego LGBT Community Center cordially invites On Thursday, October 29, show the creatures of the night how giving you are by
to a stunning evening of dinner & dancing at the opulent Paradise Point attending this year’s Harvest Howl and supporting The Center’s Youth Housing
Resort & Spa. On Saturday, October 10, fete to your heart’s content Project. You and your ghoulish date will enjoy live entertainment by Ria Cary, and
while supporting The Center’s 40+ programs and services. Cocktail endless river of treats from the top eateries in town and a hosted bar from 6:00 to
hour & the silent auction begin promptly at 6:00 p.m. Dinner & dancing 7:00 p.m. Call Ivan Solis at 619.804.9000 or visit
harvesthowl.thecentersd.org for
commences at 7:00 p.m. and goes on until 11:00 p.m. tickets—$40 in advance and $50 at the door.
Enjoy a piano lounge atmosphere in the Paradise Ballroom where
you can greet your fellow guests in black tie or creative cocktail attire.
A silent auction awaits—as does live entertainment by the legendary PRIDE AT THE BEACH 2009
12-piece band Haute Chile, gourmet dinner and an awards ceremony You know summer is REALLY coming to a close when North County’s pride
honoring community leaders who have made positive and lasting festival is in preparation. Honoring those who stand up daily against any kind
impacts in greater San Diego. This year an additional row of VIP tables of discrimination—and for those who want to live in a safer community where
have been made available to ensure a quality experience for the more diversities are respected and not marginalized—The North County LGBT Coali-
generous individuals. The following service upgrades are offered to VIP tion invites all diversities to enjoy a celebration of equality on Saturday, October
table guests: preferred table placement surrounding the dance stage, 10 from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Located in Betty’s Lot in Oceanside, “Pride @ the
“first call” express seating for dinner and an upgraded entrée & wine Beach!” will be a family event as well—games, music, food, vendors and beach
package, a “golden ticket” for each guest to enjoy a White Chocolate play will be encourages for adults and kids alike. Betty’s Lot is located just south
Martini upon arrival, complimentary parking with preferred placement, of the Oceanside pier. For more event information, contact Max Disposti at
a dedicated VIP check-in and check-out experience and a delectable 760.672.1848 or visit
northcountypride.com.
assortment of gourmet sweets before dinner. Proceeds from this event
are used to fund more than 40 programs, services and activities that
serve San Diego’s LGBT communities—including LGBT youth, families, FRONT RUNNERS 5K FUN-RUN/WALK AT PRIDE AT THE BEACH
seniors, Latinos and those living with HIV/AIDS. Take a preemptive strike at all the Halloween candy that’s going to “disappear”
Regular tables run $1,500 and VIP Tables are $3,000. Individual VIP from your pantry and show some pride while doing it! In conjunction with “Pride
tickets are not available, only entire VIP tables. This event has sold out @ the Beach! 2009,” the North County chapter of Front Runner & Walkers of San
for the past three years so advance purchase of tables is strongly recom- Diego will host a 5K Fun-Run/Walk on Saturday, October 10. From 9:00 a.m.
mended. Tables are placed in order of payment and they must be paid to 11:00 a.m. (just before North County Pride’s grand inauguration), runners
in full to secure a reservation. The Paradise Point Resort & Spa is located and walkers of all ages are invited to congregate at Betty’s Lot just south of the
at 1440 Vacation Road. Contact Terry Bishop at 619.692.2077 ext. 209 or Oceanside pier. The walk/run commences promptly at 9:30 a.m. for a level stride
visit
thecentersd.org to purchase tickets. down the strand past Buccaneer Beach and back. Food and refreshments will
be available at the Pride site following the run/walk. Medals will be awarded to
Congratulations to this year’s Gala Award winners! the top three finishers in a variety of categories. There is no charge for joining
Jess Jessop Founders Award – Terry Cunningham the run/walk but volunteers are much-appreciated and can register to help at
Friend of The Center Award – MARYAH 68.15.3.47/FRWRunWalkRegistration/default.aspx. To be involved in “Pride @ the
M. Corrine Mackey Award – Tryce Czyczynska Beach! 2009,” attend the Pride Committee meetings on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. at
Dennis Howard Volunteer Service Award – Frank Jones Hill Street Café—524 South Coast Highway in Oceanside. Send e-mails to info@
Brian S. Mullin Youth Award – Hollis Liebe
northcountycoalition.org or call 760.672.1848.
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