NW
CLASSEN UPDATE
The latest installment from Joe Quigley on
the situation at NW Classen High School is now online
at www.gayokc.com/quigley041103.htm.
PFLAG
LOBBY DAY
Rob Howard, president of the new OKC PFLAG,
writes: Several of the PFLAG chapters in Oklahoma
are planning a lobbying day at the state capitol on
April 30. We would meet with Keith Smith, (a lobbyist
as well as the chair of Stonewall Democrats) at 9:30
in the rotunda. The intent is to have packets of
information to pass out to all representatives and
senators.
If you are interested in participating in this event,
please let me know (by email to OKCPFLAG@AOL.COM)
OKC PFLAG will be meeting Thursday evening,
April 17, at 7PM at First Unitarian Church, 600 NW 13th
Street.
OGLPC
COCHAIR RECOGNIZED
Jim Nimmo writes: Paul Thompson, male co-chair
of the Oklahoma Gay & Lesbian Caucus (OGLPC), was
the recipient of the Lecia Swain Ross Award presented
at the recent Oklahoma County Democratic Party
Convention. The award, named after the much-missed
late editor of the Ebony Tribune and co-chair of the
Oklahoma County Democratic Party, recognizes those
county Democrats who have made a significant
contribution to the furtherance of the Democratic
Party's ideals of fairness and equality. Upon
receiving the award to the accompaniment of
tumultuous cheers and applause, the usually voluble
Mr. Thompson said only, "There's no higher honor
than to mentioned in the same breath as Lecia Swain
Ross."
OGLPC meets Monday, April 14 at 7PM at The Center,
2135 NW 39th Street. www.oglpc.org
GOODBYE
MICHAEL COFFMAN
I'm sorry to report that GayOKC.com is
losing its latest intern, Michael Coffman. Michael is
preparing to move to Arizona to begin graduate
school, and between that and family responsibilities,
his time for the foreseeable future is spoken for. I
feel that I had just barely started to work with
Michael, who I'll remember for his sense of
professionalism, among other things. I'm sure it will
stand him in good stead wherever his life ends up
taking him.
INTERNSHIPS
AVAILABLE
Needless to say, this leaves an opening here
at GayOKC.com for an intern (actually several if I
could get them!). I am desperately in need of someone
who can go out and cover events and write reports on
them to post on GayOKC.com, which is something I
unfortunately do not have time to do myself. This is
an unpaid position, and as such is entirely dependent
on what you are willing to volunteer to put the time
and effort into doing. This is a great way to learn
about OKC's GLBT Community. You must have your own
transportation and a computer with Internet access.
If you are interested, or you know someone who is,
please get in touch with me at rabiera@gayokc.com.
CRÈME
DE LA DO
On Sunday, May 4, Creme de la Do
International, in association with Red Rock
Behavioral Health Services, will be hosting a
fundraising event shocasing the talents of local
salons, boutiques, stylists, cosmetic professionals,
and entertainers. The show will be held in Ballroom C
of the Cox Convention Center at 7PM. Doors will open
at 6 and proceeds will benefit the clients and
communities served by Red Rock BHS North-side
Division.
In addition, City Walk will be hosting an after party.
Participating stores include: The Hair Store, Duncan
Brothers, Studio Grand, OK Salon, Van Cleef's A
Salon, Allyson's Closet, The Studio Spa Salon &
Boutique, Look At Me, Maria's Skin Care Clinic, LA
Tan & The Hot Spot.
Tickets may be purchased at the door for $25, or in
advance at any participating salon, Red Rock BHS, or
The Center for $20. For ticket info please call 524-6500.
STRUT
YOUR MUTT!
The Church of the Open Arms will be holding
its 5th Annual Dogs for Diversity Contest on May 3.
Details will be posted on the Events page when they
become available. Potential sponsors are invited to
email openarms@sbcglobal.net.
TRIBAL
FIRE
went well in Edmond last weekend, according to Rory,
who writes: It was in several issues of the
Edmond Sun and on channels 4, 5, and 9. In fact
Channel 9 reportedly took a picture of a man in
leather on the 6th floor from outside. Protesters
pretty much did not show up and news coverage was
lower then last year, which is good. www.tribalfireokc.com
SOONER
STATE LEATHER
Speaking of leather, the 2003 Mr & Ms
Sooner State Leather Contest is coming up next
weekend, April 18-20 at the COPA: www.geocities.com/soonerstateleather03
GRAND
MARSHALL NOMINATIONS DEADLINE
April 15th is not only the last day to file
your income taxes, it's also the last day to send in
your nominations for this year's OKC Pride Parade
Grand Marshalls! You can email your nominations to PNI@okcpride.com.
www.okcpride.com
MUSIC
FEST
Don't forget about the May Music Fest to
benefit RAIN & CarePoint on May 3! Tickets are
now on sale! www.rainoklahoma.org
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