Sign Up for HOTT Bowling Tourney!
The Heart of Texas Tournament (or HOTT) is just a few days away but you can still get in on all of the lane action! For one weekend each year, HOTT gives GLBT bowlers in Austin and around the country an opportunity to knock a few spares, bounce a few balls and do it all in the name of great fun, friendship and fundraising. This year HOTT will donate to Friends of David Powell Clinic which provides support to people living with AIDS in Central Texas. Teams and players... Read More
HRC Tuesdays Together
Join HRC Austin members, friends and allies for our award-winning monthly social at Live Oak Pharmacy. Come mix and mingle with us and learn about whats going on nationally and locally and hear about upcoming events as well as new opportunities to help us by volunteering. Snap Kitchen will be serving their Portabello Mushroom Wraps and Provencal Chicken Wraps along with some of their delicious gluten-free chocolate chip cookies…. Live Oak Pharmacy will also be serving... Read More
First Gay Austin Sport Fair Kicks off Sunday
If you have ever wanted to join a gay sport but was a little shy about walking up to a team then this Sport Fair is for you! Therepubliq.com will be hosting its first Gay Austin Sport Fair this Sunday, August 29, 2010 at Score@OCH & Oilcan Harry’s from 4-8 PM. With representatives from several LGBT sporting groups in attendance, this is a great place for LBGT students new to Austin who are looking to connect with a local group for their favorite sports. The event... Read More
Equality Texas Pool Party This Saturday!
It’s time for a Pool Party! The Annual Summer Pool Party benefiting Equality Texas is THIS Saturday, August 28th. Grab your swimsuit, best friends and get ready to mix and mingle along a gorgeous poolside with cold bevies, cool snacks and hot guys and gals. 5909 Lookout Mountain Drive, Austin, TX 78731 $20 per person Early Bird online $25 per person at the pool (if available; event is limited to 150 guests) $40 per person VIP Lounge (Indoor bar; limited to... Read More
Fleshjack Boys: Brent Everett, Pierre Fitch and Ralph Woods Steam Up Austin Saturday
Fleshjack’s newest stable of spokesmen are flying into Austin for a little work and a special appearance this weekend. According to the online journal of Pierre Fitch, Fleshjack – based in Austin – will make molds of Fitch’s ‘man-parts’, butt and mouth – most likely for the company’s popular line of celebrity replicas. I’m still wondering about the mold of his mouth – mouth? Hmmm. Maybe Fleshjack will share a shot or two of... Read More
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! United Court of Austin holds Coronation XVII
For almost two decades The United Court of Austin has been supporting various AIDS-related and other organizations through fundraising efforts throughout the year. This weekend, UCA is hosting four days of events including A Sweet 16 Ball for Coronation XVII. Keep reading to see the schedule of events… Read More Read More
Get Ready for a Spiritual Invasion – Beatles Style
Every Sunday for the month of August, The Center for Spiritual Living Central Texas hosts Austin musicians as they perform covers of the Beatles songs that Minister Walt Brewer references in his talks. Performers for 2010 include Darin Murphy, John Burgess of the Eggmen, Baby Atlas, Kim & Paul Pollini, Lisa Clark and more. Beatles Month grew out of the advice of one of Brewer’s mentors to give an annual series of talks with a theme. Nine years later, Beatles Month is still... Read More
Dead White Males: The Dark Humor of Texas Education
“Dead White Males” is the first show to hit Austin stages that tackles the widely controversial decisions passed by the Texas Board of Education. How do the politics of education interfere with our teachers’ ability to connect with children? And how do we define a good education when no one can agree on what should be taught? Further – what does it mean to be a great teacher? Who is responsible for teaching our children better ways of living, or giving compassion... Read More
Rev Up for Saturday’s Rubber Duck Party!
It’s a Big Party for a good cause. We all like to have a little fun so join your feathered friends for a fun time this Saturday! Beer, Margaritas, and Snacks will be provided by the hosts. There will be lots of laughter and good times. In addition to a few twinkle lights, there will also be a huge display of everything "ducky". As this party is an Octopus function, a minimum donation of $25.00 per person is requested in order to raise funds for the Emergency... Read More
Festival Highlights for aGLIFF 23
Screening more than 100 films from 15 countries, this year’s 6-day festival, presented by Subaru, celebrates stunning talent from all over the world. This year, the party doesn’t end with the films’ credits, Keep reading to see this year’s list of elbow-rubbing action: Read More Read More
Kiss & Fly Brings Back the Fever of Studio 54
Think Back to a Time… When the LOVE was FREE… Rules were Broken… And the Power of Expression and Music were taken to the next level! We’ll take you there! On August 20th, become a part of the FEVER that WAS the 70’s with Studio 54! Attire- Spectacular! Disco-Theme strongly encouraged Featuring: Sounds by VJ Havoc Cocktail Hour from 10-11pm Dance and Costume Contests Beverages provided by: ABSOLUT Vodka Pre-Product Launch by: Skivvies ‘N... Read More
Shady Ladies roll the dice on Casino Party Fundraiser
Win a One Hour Private Aerial Tour For Two of Austin, TX valued at $750!!! The Shady Ladies final fundraiser before the World Series will be a Casino Night & Silent Auction. The Casino set up at OCH will be 1 poker table, 3 blackjack tables, and 1 craps table. We will also have a Silent Auction with several great prizes from local Austin businesses. The Grand Prize winner of the Casino will receive a One Hour Private Aeriel Tour… For Two of Austin, TX valued at $750!!! ... Read More
allgo kicks off Fab20 fundraiser
allgo has a wonderful opportunity for you to jump in and play a major role in supporting this amazing journey of liberation and social justice. In 2008, allgo launched the Fab20 FUNdraising initiative: 20 people sign on and commit to raise or give $1,000 resulting in $20,000 for this necessary and life sustaining work! We can truly say that our movements to create a world in which we can all thrive are making a huge impact. And yet there is still so much work to... Read More
Ex-UFC Stud Roger Huerta Caught on Slam Cam
Austin homeboy turned UFC Celebrity – Roger Huerta – reportedly turned a downtown Austin street into a bloody cage fight (minus the cage). And it was all caught on camera. From what you can see in the video posted by TMZ.com, a guy clocks a woman standing outside of Cuba Libre on Colorado St (near OCH and Truluck’s). A crowd gathers and a man who looks to be Huerta walks into the scene. Later in the video, you see “Huerta” (with his shirt... Read More
Splash Days Advance Tickets on Sale!
Advance Tickets on Sale Now! Last Chance! VIP weekend passes 15% off at www.splashdays.com. Individual tickets are also available at advance ticket prices. This is your last few weeks to get your tickets on sale! VIP passes include: VIP admission to all events VIP lounge with complimentary Vitamin Water and refreshments and private bar at Main Event (Splash Dance) Complimentary refreshments at After Hours (Adult Swim) and Closing Party (High Tide) VIP weekend... Read More
Rusty Spurs turns 2!
Come on out and help Rusty Spurs celebrate 2 years serving Austin’s GLBT Community! They have a week FULL of events, specials and FUN planned that no one is going to want to miss out on including NEW Hours of opperation Tuesday thru Saturday 4p-2a and 2p-3a on Sundays! Starting on Tuesday, come on out for Happy hour with their Newest bartender BLAINE! Then stick around for FREE Poker Night with cash prizes, dance lessons and munchies! Keep reading to check out what Rusty... Read More
Red Hot 2010 Host / Casino Party Friday at OCH
Oilcan Harry’s always has a party for the "Red Hot Hosts" the week before "Red Hot" and it happens this Friday! If you have not yet become a host, it is only $25. All hosts get a Red Hot shirt, and chips to gamble with at our casino party. Proceeds go to Project Transitions, its a great cause, great party, with great prizes! 7:00pm – 11:00pm Oilcan Harry’s, 211 West 4th Street Read More
Bloom: Call for Artists & Volunteers
aGLIFF invites you to be a part of Bloom 2010! The new Bloom party – Friday, July 23 at Action Figure Studios – is designed to promote the work of queer and ally artists that surprise and delight our audience as well as challenge the status quo and buck tradition across all mediums including digital, canvas, performance, photography, theatre, dance, sculpture, film and mixed media. Special Note: While ALL art submissions are appreciated, aGLIFF has a special need... Read More
