san diego community events


AIDS WALK & RUN 2017 San Diego County’s largest


one-day HIV/AIDS fundraiser, is returning for its 27th year, for an event that brings together indi- viduals, teams, social clubs, local businesses, schools, universities, and faith organizations from all over San Diego! The annual AIDS Walk and Run, is set to start once again on Normal Street in Hillcrest,


following a route that takes you through the gayborhood and into beautiful Balboa Park. March, walk or run, in support for the more than 20,000 San Diegans living with HIV/AIDS and in remembrance of those who were lost to the disease. Established as AIDS Walk San Diego back in 1989, AIDS Walk & Run San Diego has raised millions, with more than $500,000 being distributed to 14 community-based HIV/AIDS service organizations throughout the county. The incredible annual event happens onSaturday, September 30and features an all-new certified 3.9 Mile Run, with start and finish lines at University Avenue and Normal Street. Go the “extra mile” by committing to raise $1,000 or more for AIDS Walk & Run San Diego and you will receive a gold pin to wear at AIDS Walk and an invitation to Flagship Cruises and Events, Post-Walk Brunch Cruise. For more information regarding AIDS Walk call 619.692.2077 or go toaidswalksd.org.


MAMA’S KITCHEN LAST MARTINI


STANDING Returning for its fourth


year of fabulous fun, look for Last Martini Standing onSaturday, September 16 to be held at the home of Mama’s Kitchen board member Dr. Adam Zweig


and Demetrius De la Cruz. This 21-plus only event, features six contestants who create signature martinis in the hope of claiming this year’s title of “Last Martini Standing.” You might be asking “who’ll be the judge of that?” Well my friends, it will be you if you’re in attendance, so come sample six, incredible signature martinis and vote for your favorite! Tickets are $25 online or $30 at the door and include food, entertainment and a silent auction. Canned and dry foods will be collected throughout the evening, with all proceeds going to benefit the clients of Mama’s Kitchen. For more information, contact Brian Kennedy at 619.884.0206 or Terry Kovarik at 858.627.5162 or go tomamaskitchen.org.


GAY DAYS ANAHEIM Who doesn’t remember this gay little ditty? “We’ll have fun, we’ll meet new faces. We’ll do things and we’ll go places. All around the world we’re march- ing. Who’s the leader of the club, that’s made for you and me? M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E!” Time to don those gay ears and prepare yourself for another star-studded lineup during Gay Days Anaheim 2017, taking place from Friday, October 6 through Sunday, October 8. This three-day party lands you at the “Happiest Place on Earth” during the “unofficial”gay days inside Disneyland Resort, making a walk inDisneypark with your fellow redshirts the “Gayest Place on Earth.” The fun begins with check-in Friday at the Trillium Room, at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and ends Sunday night with Gay at the Grand and the World of Color spectacle. The weekend will be filled with men, dining, dancing, entertainment, men, stars of the screen, stage and of course the Disney’s very own cadre of characters…Did I mention there would be men?! A few highlights:Wonderland takes place at Ralph Bren- nan’s Jazz KitchenFriday evening featuring DJ Ray Rhodes, withRuPaul’s Drag Race star, Alyssa Edwards and host, Kelly Bailey!Saturday, look for the Hungry Bear Brunchinside Critter Country,Miss Coco Peru at The Grand Californian, and finish the day off by dancing at Kingdom, with DJ Roland Belmares. OnSunday, enjoyGay Day at Disney’s California Adventure, catch up withDerek Hartley and Romaine Patterson for cocktails and conversation or get soakin’ wet at the Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel during thePlunge’s pool party. Exhausted yet? This is just a tiny, gay sampling of the endless events waiting for you at Disneyland! How am I gonna find time to meet Mickey, ride the rides and at the same time enjoy all the bountiful hot boys and girls? I’ll just have to find a way! For tickets and more event information, go togaydaysanaheim.com.


REP YOUR PRIDE Celebrating its 30th Anniversary


this year, Lambda Archives of San Diego has been dedicated to preserving the rich history of San Diego County’s LGBT community. OnWednesday, September 20, join San Diego Repertory Theatre in their lower lobby after the showing


of the powerful new dramaRoz and Ray to share a glass of wine, mingle with cast and crew, and meet Head Archivist Jen Labarbera. 20% of all single ticket sales for this performance will go to benefit Lambda Archives of San Diego. Lambda Archives will also hold an art gallery reception on September 20 for their exhibit which will be on display in the Lyceum Theatre Lower Gallery for the entire run of the show. Explore this historical exhibition featuring photographs from the Archives’ collection that highlight and narrate stories of activism in San Diego’s LGBT community. REP Your Pride is sponsored byThe Rage Monthly Magazine For tickets and more information call 619.544.1000 or go to sdrep.org


OUT ON THE MOUNTAIN “Wanna take a ride?” That’s the question Jodie Foster’s character was asked inContact, before she took her wild wormhole ride through space and time. Though it might not be a wormhole, that’s what Out On The Mountain organizers are offering…A night of wild rides! Come out onFriday, September 22 and catch some major thrill rides—on some of the fastest modes of transport you will ever experience—at least ones with wheels! Six Flags Magic Mountain is “going gay” for one night only, during their annual party that has been happening since 2008 and for 2017 the numbers attending are expected to exceed 6,000. Conceived by producer and DJ Ray Rhodes, he describes the evening as follows, “This is an exciting event to put on each year, where LGBT of all ages can enjoy an evening together with music, rides and great fun. While I’ve been a DJ all over North America as well as a club promoter for many years, this event still holds a special place in my heart because of how it also helps so many worthwhile LGBT organizations and charities.”RuPaul’s Drag Race season eight’sDerrick Barrywill be on hand along with superstar drag diva, Ingenue, mainstage DJsRay Rhodes andSRO, and pop and dance artistVizin to perform live. Come one, come all, for the ride of your life! For tickets and more information go tooutonthemountain.com.


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