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/a: verybody has a very specific image on Broadway. L of who they think I am," says Holly In 1971, Near shifted her focus back to Near, "and I would venture to say that if singing, beginning a musical touring career they came to the shows, that image would and starting a record company so she be altered." Near, long thought of solely as could make music independent of main- a mainstay of the progressive movement stream industry restrictions. and of women's music, appears in con- "I wanted to do songs that were more certs this weekend in San Antonio and outspoken than what they were willing to Dallas. take," she says. "Nowadays that's changed Holly Near began singing when she was some, but back then, they liked my voice, seven years old, around the county she they liked the fact that audiences liked me, grew up in in northern California. "I got a that I drew a crowd, but they wanted me to chance to start the practice and discipline change some of the words, and I didn't want to do that. "I was quite outspoken about my oppo- sition to the war in Vietnam, and I was beginning the early stages of my own con- sciousness around feminism, so my songs were bringing up issues of sexism and the relationship at that time between men and women. And then, of course, when the gay and lesbian community started blossom- ing, I became aware of that, which had not been a part of my life, and I began singing with lesbian artists, and while doing that fell in love with a woman. So all of that was coming through the music, and I constantly was doing songs that were in some way unacceptable to somebody." "Even now there are lesbian artists out there who are coming out," Near continues. "Melissa (Etheridge) being on the cover of of being a public performer really early on. a magazine with her girlfriend, talking And I knew quite early on that I would want about having a baby, is a huge step for the to be in the arts. I think that's very helpful, music industry that was not even dreamed because you get to make all kinds of mis- of back when I would have tried to be in the takes as a child that are forgiven while music industry; but there are still not a lot you're practicing and learning your trade of out lesbian songs being played on the that you might not otherwise get to make radio. I wanted to be able to write the as an adult." songs I wanted to write, and there was an After high school, Near went to UCLA audience !or it, and I thought, 'Well, it's a for one year, then began getting work in trade-off. III always have an audience and film, television and theatre. She appeared I'll always be able to work and I'll always be on TV's All in the Familyand Room 222, in able to have honest music; I just won't the movie Slaughterhouse-Five and in Hair have the access to that larger, flashier

PAGE 16 TWT MARCH 7 - MARCH 13 1997 audience, that stardom that comes with the pie up there told me after the fact that music industry.''' some of the men were saying, "Uhh, okay, In 25 years of performing, writing, com- we're having another guest, and this time posing and other activities that took her all it's going to be someone who's involved in around the U.S. and overseas, Near the peace and the women's movements." worked with such greats as Ronnie Gilbert, And they kind of went along with the deci- Pete Seeger, Arlo Guthrie, Mercedes Sosa, sion, but they weren't excited about it. I Inti IIlimani, Bonnie Raitt, Cris Williamson was going to play up there for three nights, and Mary Travers (of Peter, Paul and I think. So at rehearsal, we had such a ter- Mary), on recordings like Fire in the Rain, rific time, and they got to hear some of the Singing with You and Skydances. She also music that I do that comes more out of that has several books to her name, including 'diva singer' place that gay men are much the children's volume The Great Peace more responsive to than to the folk world March, the song collections Words and _ this is a huge generalization - and as Music and Singing for Our Lives and an soon as they heard it after the first night, autobiography, Fire in the Rain. .. Singer in the phones started ringing at the office be- the Storm. cause the guys had gone and told their In 1994, Near decided to take some time friends. off. "I've been on what I refer to as a 'semi- "So it sometimes just takes breaking sabbatical,' meaning that, instead of being that stigma." out on the road and doinq hundreds of Although her music comes from her concerts and events and workshops a heart and her experience, and still says year, like I used to - I mean, I was a things about the world we live in and its driven woman! - now I tour, for the most people, Near is quick to stress that she's part, one long weekend a month. I'm trying an entertainer, one who appeals to a broad to have some time at home (in northern audience. California), get a sense of what it's like to "I did a one-woman show at a theatre, be with my family again, have some time to my sister has a theatre in San Jose, and discover that I'm a really bad gardener!" she was amazed," Near says. 'There were she laughs. some people who came to her after the While she may be widely remembered show and said, 'You know, we're very con- as a "protest" or "political" singer, those servative people, we've voted Republican who haven't kept up with Near's evolution all our lives; we didn't think we were going as a performer may have their eyes to like this, but we were season tickethold- opened. She doesn't, in fact, fit neatly into ers, so we came. And although there were conventional musical pigeonholes. things in the show we didn't agree with, we "I think that's been one of the problems, had so much fun.' actually, with promotion people working on "I think people come to my shows:' Near my career, because they're stumped," Near says, "and no matter what their personal says. 'They come to a concert, they look at political viewpoint is, I think people have a the material and they shrug and they go, 'I really good time." don't know.' That makes it very hard to sell a product and, again, I'm sort of an 'anti- Holly Near performs with the Alamo City product' in that respect. I think my creative Men's Chorale in "Singing for Our Lives" sense, whatever it is, doesn't allow me to fit this evening (March 7) at 8 p.m. in Laurie into a certain category. Auditorium at Trinity University. Admission "I do songs that come from the folk tra- is $12 at the door. Near also performs this dition; I would say that probably refers Sunday, March 9, with the Womens Chorus mostly to the lyrics - that some of my of Dallas in 'Traditions of the Heart" at 8 songs tell stories of people's everyday p.m. at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony lives, which is really what folk music is. So Center. Tickets ($10-$25) are available at I certainly have a connection to that. Dillard's or through ARTTIX at (214) However, I work with a pianist in more of a 871-ARTS. Near presents a workshop Sat- musical theatre/cabaret style, so basically, urday from 4-6 p.m. at Dallas' Sammons I would say I fit more into the musical the- Center for the Arts ($10-$20), open to atre/cabaret genre. everyone, focusing on expression of emo- "It's been interesting working with the tion through song and on the politics, power gay men's choral movement. For example, and personal revelation of music. For work- when I was up in Seattle the first time, peo- shop reservations, call (214)520-7828 . ...,

TWT MARCH 7 - MARCH 13 1997 TWT MARCH 7 - MARCH 13 1997 CHEER DALLAS, HAPPY HOUR SILVER AND GOLD SEXUAL CiY~HH ORIENTATION THE ENTIRE MONT~ MARCH! BY PHIL JOHNSON AND AGE: You can win 1 Troy Ounce Register to win our daily Grand "Winning isn't everything, it's the only Prize ... A 1997 Pure Silver thing:' - attributed to football coach of Pure Silver! A 1997 Vince Lombardi WHAT REALLY Silver Eagle Eagle Coin. Drawings Mon.-Thurs. nightly I"ompeting in the National Cheerleaders Collector's Coin V Association finals at the Dallas Con- MATTERS Every Weekday in at 8 pm. Every vention Center recently, our Cheer Dallas Friday, we will March at IR.'s! cheerleaders gave a near-perfect perform- mention the sexual orientations of every- select five winners, ance. Team members had practiced so one on every team. Now that would be drawings held at long and tried so hard and yet. ..one bob- interesting. Interesting because of the We invite you ble and they came out third. In taking third 2,500 athletes competing, surely no more 6,7,8,9, lOpm. place, surely they disappointed no one but than 100 - if that many - were young to join us for themselves. Many loyal Cheer Dallas sup- men. Why the imbalance? Could it be that our All-American porters prefer coach Grantland Rice's phi- many young men don't go out for cheer- GmhIIPI'W Happy Hour. losophy over Lombardi's: leading for fear of being labeled gay? The drawing for 1 Troy "When the One Great Scorer comes DMN's remark only compounded that fear. Houston's friendliest Ounce of Pure Gold to write against your name - He What a pity. What a shame that many staff serves up Happy marks - not that you won or lost - young talents go undeveloped as a result -A 1997 Gold Eagle Coin. but how you played the game:' of our nation's screwed-up ideas about Hour prices until 10 pm. Adding to the disappointment was an masculinity and cheerleading! Drawing to be held April 1st article in the Feb. 17 edition of the Dallas * * * (No Poolin'!) at 9pm. Morning News, "Vying High." The writer If sexual orientation is not an issue, age TiKM;Z;~~I-/~Nr praised the stunning abilities of the many is. After high school and college, most 4 pm until 7 pm Ask your favorite bartender for an young cheerleaders, one only five years cheerleaders stop training, lose technique official entry. No purchase necessary; old. And then, and get fat. It is to the credit of our agile $2.25 Well Drinks "On the other end of the age spectrum men and women that they are still going $4.50 Doubles however, you must be present to win. were members of Cheer Dallas, a strong at an average age of 30. One of $1.75 Domestic Longnecks team consisting mostly of gay men them is 45! If only we all were so dedicat- and lesbians whose average age is ed and trim! 30:' How long can mature men or women And that was all the Morning News had continue hurtling their bodies through to say about Cheer Dallas. space and rebounding off pavement? At Many members of the community are what age will loss of muscle mass and outraged. We want to know why "gay and bone density, along with speed and lesbian" was made an issue. Why were strength, demand that the beloved "AII- they "outed" without their consent? If our American" red, white and blue uniform be cheerleaders had marched on City Hall put away for the last time? When will the demanding equal rights - not special priv- performer whisper to himself, "I've given ileges - for everyone, then yes, sexual ori- my last performance"? entation would have been an issue. But our And what of youthful beauty? The fresh cheerleaders are well-trained athletes, faces; the chiseled shoulders and chests; most of whom just happen to be gay and the firm stomachs; the strong legs? What lesbian. They neither flaunt nor hide. So group can claim to be more enticing than why make sexual orientation an issue? our cheerleaders? Sadly, that, too, will If the Morning News staff writer is going diminish with age. As Dolly Parton likes to to open that can of worms, then he should remind us,

PAGE 20 TWT MARCH 7 . MARCH 13 1997 "Time marches on - and leaves Dallas' New Year's Eve Lnd-ralser, (;OIOS- tracks right across your face." sus IV, having lost money. It's true. In con- So who will test the limits of age? Who trast to all the others, which have made will stay the hands of time till the very last money, one lost. That's kind of like coming moment, the very last cheer? Our cheer- out third after trying so hard. But a series of leaders will. In doing so, they will be an fund-raisers is being planned and, accord- inspiration for the rest of us. "Never stop ing to Cheer Dallas founder and director Ken Jorns, all debts will be paid within a training!" Perhaps, in years to come, there will be few months. Now, let him who will throw a reunion of retired Cheer Dallas cheer- stones ... ! leaders. Now wouldn't that be a hoot? A team of white-haired prime-timers taking Our cheerleaders remain our commu- center stage to lead cheers one more time! nity's most colorful and athletic ambas- Well, why not? After all, sadors of good will. The've headlined the "Spring isn't everything, it's true. LifeWalk AIDS fund-raising walk every year There's a lot to be said for winter. since 1993. They've been featured in For winter has beauty too. numerous newspaper and magazine arti- Had the Dallas Morning News looked cles. They astonished millions in the open- beyond orientation and age, it would have ing and closing ceremonies of the Gay noted that our spirited men and women Games in New York in 1994, and they will have traveled from coast to coast as posi- cheer for all Texas teams at the Games in i if -....•------:

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tive examples of commitment while always Amsterdam next year. Of special impor- reminding us to "Cheer for the Cure:' Our tance are their two standing-room-only team is less than four years old, and yet concerts with the celebrated Turtle Creek they've raised almost $200,000 for re- Chorale. search to help find cures for AIDS, cancer, In short, Cheer Dallas projects a positive diabetes and other diseases. They've image that all Texans can be proud of. busted their butts to benefit many, many Prouder still because, unless they're worthy organizations. And yet, not a penny pushed, it's unlikely you'll ever hear the has ever been used to help them pay their thirtyish, mostly gay and lesbian members monthly dues or buy their almost $200 of Cheer Dallas speak of their good deeds uniforms. or accomplishments. While we are on the subject of money, "They are proud in humility; proud in let's spread the cards out on the table face that they are not proud." up. Much has been said about Cheer - Robert Burton

lWT MARCH 7 _ MARCH 13 1997 'GMt PAGE 23 Volumes 1 and 2 proves that there is a real hunger for European dance music in this country." It's available on cassette and CD at major chains nationwide .... Speaking of great European dance music ...check out Popular Records' latest slew of releases, especially the new re- mixes of France Joli's "Touch." This is the mix by Darren Friedman that's got every- one up in a state. Also scope out the Shauna Davis record "Get Away."You may remember this one as a Canadian import from last year, produced by Stonebridge. It was the tea then and it's still the tea now! And by the way, if you see any record with Stonebridge mixes, you can pretty much BY count on it being flawless. Be on the look- JIMMY out for the new Judy Cheeks single "Joy," SMITH which is due out soon. Of course, those of MONDAYSABE A while back I told you about the deal JJ\. between Columbia and Ovum Re- cordings (Josh Wink's and King Britt's the leal label). You gotta check out this fabulous R&B-ish record they've got out by Sylk $1.15 Well All $1.50 Well aAd lononecks 130. The title of this little soulful wonder is "Gettin' Into It" (produced, written and real- All Nighl. Come aAd Nighl! Flawless ized by King Britt). I see no reason what- soever why this one won't be an interna- Compele In Our Drag Races Enlertainers tional smash; it's that good right out of the box. This is the debut single from the forth- coming album When the Funk Hits the Hosled bv Jennv McCall Fan, due out in May. Britt has combined Wesl. Erica electronic music with funk/jazZ/soul, live Featuring lavla laRue performances, poetry, rap and jazz vocals Andrews. to create a virtual cinema for the ears with and Newcomer ollhe Year. that collection .... Melissa How about those people at L.A.'s Interhit tallssa Michaels Records, already popping up with another compilation, DMA Dance-Vol. 3: witll Cash Eurodance? Volumes 1 and 2 sold well over 100,000 each. Here we have 16 turbocharged hi-NRG killers all on one CD. Perhaps one of the greatest highlights of this collection is the inclusion of Culture Beat's "Take Me Away," which has never been released in the U.S. as a single. ("Mr. Vain," another worldwide Culture Beat smash, is also included.) There are also tracks by Outta Control ("Sinful Wishes"), JK ("My Radio"), Datura ("Voo-Doo Be- lieve"), Captain Hollywood ("Love and Pain") and Crush ("Jellyhead"). Co-pro- ducer Jeff Johnson says, "With the high cost of buying import singles, it's great to have all of these European tracks on one domestically available CD. The success of

TWT MARCH 7 - MARCH 131997 ou with brilliantly refined taste and a ~harp ear for flawlessness already know hOWfierce Miss Cheeks is because you purchased her debut album on Popular when we told you about it last summer .... Since we're talking so much about NRG this week, I really need to tell you about this Gina G. album. Everyone knows that -oon aah ... Just a Little Bit" record. My gosh, it's all over every radio station from coast to coast. And I have to admit that I'm pretty guilty of forming my opinion on Miss Gina as one of those "cheddar cheese" artists. (You know the type without my going into it, right?) Sorry, but based on the first two singles, that's all one could do. However, to truly understand what Gina G. is all about, one must hear her entire album. There are some c-l-e-v-e-r morsels with some great potential for real success, like "Every Time I Fall;' "Follow the Light" and "Gimme Some Love:' With the right mixes, these songs can be big club rec- ords and huge radio monsters. I can't tell you enough about how good I'm feeling Once again the drums pulse a rhythmic beat as the tribes assemble to engage in about this record. When you get down to it, the rituals of spring. The fifth annual convergence of the Bayou City in the fertile Gina is kind of a Nicki French-meets-La Bouche (minus that yucky rap). This is the confines of the sultry jungle delivers its participants to the highest degree of direction that dance music must go to get festivity and Inspires humanitarian advantage. our feet in the mainstream door..for, sure. SATURDAY, MARCH 29, 1997 • 10 P.M. - 111 ~ THESPENCER COMPANY • 1609 ENNIS AT LEELAND,HOUSTON D.J. - JULIAN MARSH • New York City/Fire Island L ADVANCETICKETS$30 ($40 at door If allailable) Tickets Allailable at: Houston: Basic Brothers, LOBO, Custom Valet Cleaners • Austin: LOBO • Dallas: Ken Knight Information: 713-942-9494 Beneficiaries of Proceeds: Bering Dental Clinic Renollation • BodV Positille WeUness Center

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'MARCH IN MARCH' BRINGS BROAD ')'()NI(.II' COALITION TO AUSTIN BY BRUCE WILLIAMS of rallies, parties and lobbying of state law- makers by their constituents. SEEKING "This is very important this session, FiliiiiiiP. where no one party has control," Hardy- BOOTS BOXERS UNDERWEAR FLASHLIGHT FREE FLASHUGHTS TO THE FIRST 300: Garcia said of the need for a new hate BETTER HATE crime law. "A lot of the emphasis this year I).' 1tJ(~ III~ltllIN••rr()~1 is on what the people want. The March is a NO COVER BEFORE MIDNIGH' Clillv.fES LAW chance to support ending hate crimes by passing stronger laws, which will make punishments greater and thus hopefully -r-tlt: deter persons, to think twice before they do LGRL,Other Sponsors something hateful and illegal. "We hope many people will come and Have Full Agenda voice their opinions. There's also a great ~-gICK deal of fun planned, what with the coming Planned for Weekend together of people from all over the state. This march has such a good feel attached of the 22nd-24th to it, so many groups are involved and sup- porting this." wo years ago, a crowd estimated at Senate Bill 80, sponsored by Sen. Rod- "-"DALLA'S T 7,000 marched through downtown ney Ellis of Houston, and House Bill 1116, Austin as part of the Stop the Violence sponsored by Rep. Sylvester Turner of Rally, designed to raise awareness of the Houston, are currently in the hands of the need for a stronger Texas hate crime law. relevant committees in their respective Over 100 people stayed over the following chambers. The proposed Texas Hate day to lobby their legislators in the state Crimes Bill would increase penalties for Senate and House. The efforts raised hate crimes motivated by prejudice or bias awareness and support, but in the end based on race, ethnicity, religion, disability very narrowly failed to sway the state and sexual orientation. Increased penalties • M€lIOft£X ~9W would serve as a deterrent to hate-related LegiSlature, which eventually tacked a tiny clarification onto existing law. violence in the same way that increased THURSDAY MARCH 13 Now it's two years later, the stakes are penalties for crimes against police officers SHOW STARTS AT 10PM much higher and the awareness and sup- have helped deter that kind of violence, port seems greater. On the other hand, the Hardy-Garcia emphasized. MC/HOST JOURDAN l.eqlslature is even more conservative than "For too long some people have thought it was two years ago, and financial consid- or acted like if you attacked someone for DJ CHET GREEN erations such as Gov. George W. Bush's their sexual orientation or race, you'd get $1.75 WELL & BEER TILL 2AM property tax-slashing proposals have com- off easy," she told THISWEEKINTEXAS."Hate manded the limelight. So Dianne Hardy- crimes hit beyond the victim; they threaten whole groups. Texas enhances penalties .IJI) liNn (~O}IIN(, I~'TI~N'I'S Garcia, Executive Director of the Lesbian/ Gay Rights Lobby of Texas, sees a crucial for all sorts of crimes: against the elderly, MISS FIESTA USofA THURS MAR 20TH law-enforcement officials, children, public THE FOG PARTY FRI MAR 21ST turning point on the horizon as her organi- ~m. IUUC;U (;ON')')~S'l'Hums ~IJUl 27'1'1I zation helps sponsor "The March in March: officials. The only time they get squeamish VIDEO STAR LOGAN REED FRI MAR 28th It's Time for Justice" in Austin on Sunday, to enhance the punishment is when it's a March 23, part of a busy three-day stretch hate crime. It's not about special privileges

PAGE 31 lWT MARCH 7 - MARCH 13 1997 or favoritism; it's about stopping crim L.CR state President Dale Carpenter told State Capitol building. Signs, banners once and for all getting tough against ps rWT he expected a large contingent to families and friends are welcome and pie who'd commit a crime. arch sunday and stay to meet with Re- encouraged. "The current law we have on hate crim rT1ublicanlegislators on Monday. "Hate After the march, there will be a rally and is deemed to be unconstitutional, une ~rirT1eSare at the top of our agenda of picnic featuring speakers from NOW, forceable; so it's rarely used. This new la' things we want to lobby for this term;' he NAACP and the Legislature as well as a is important because we've had a lot said. ''We'll also lobby our legislators, let rabbi. A $2 donation admittance to the pic- loss around hate crimes. Everyone d mern know there are gays in the GOP, if nic, at 4th and Lamar streets, is requested serves to live in a state where their live, they don't kno~ that already." to help. defray costs. . matter." saturday will be capped by The Free- As Important as the march Itself is The March in March has a long list dorn Dance from 9 p.m.-4 a.m. at 4th and LGR~s Lobby Day, Monday the 24th. The upfront sponsors, angered that since 199 Congress, both in the parking (under a big group is urging people to take a day or a the Texas Department of Public Safety ha, planned tent) and inside the adjacent few hours off from work and visit their state reported over 1,600 hate crimes. In add~1 clubs, The Forum and The Cuff. Tickets for senator or representative to discuss legis- tion to LGRL, the list includes Texas Fre the dance are $10 up to 11 p.m., $12 lative issues important to them. On that dom Network, NAACP of Texas, TexaSI thereafter; some live entertainment also is day there will also be a Children's Art Family Planning Association, Texas Civl being arranged. Exhibit at the State Capitol, sponsored by Rights Project, Texas NOW, Texas AFL. March day, Sunday the 23rd, starts with the Allan G. Calkin Human Rights Educa- CIO, ADAPT of Texas, Texas AIDS Net. an ecumenical service at 10 a.m. in the tion and Research Fund, expressing a work, Mexican American Legal Defense City Coliseum, 400 S. 1st St.; Metropolitan vision of the world without hate or violence. and Education Fund, American Jewish Community Church of Austin is hosting the LGRL and the other event sponsors are Congress, People for the American Way, service, and a special guest speaker will still seeking volunteers to help out over the Texas Faiths United, Austin Tavern Guild be announced. Marchers will gather at weekend, in areas like security, registra- and many publications. noon at Palmer Auditorium, next door to tion, merchandise sales, set-up and clean- Many organizations are sponsoring the Coliseum, and the march will proceed up. At least 300 volunteers are needed. For events or meetings in conjunction with the from there across the Congress Avenue more info, or to donate money to help March and Monday's LGRL Lobby Day. Bridge and up Congress Ave. to the Texas sponsor the weekend, call (512)474-5475. Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians 'tW and Gays/Austin is hosting the first South- western Regional PFLAG Conference on Saturday, March 22, at Grace United Meth- odist Church; the gathering opens at 11 a.m., features welcoming remarks by Re- In Memoriam Of Our Founders, David Scott Reed (1946-1996) gional Director Jerry Schreiber and panel and Cecil Ray deLoach (1952-1991) discussions, and is capped by a 6:30 p.m. barbecue at Lazy Oak Inn, 211 W. Live Living with HIV? Oak. The cost for PFLAG's weekend activ- ities is $20, or $35 per couple; for more The Medical Escrow Society information, call (512)302-FLAG or send e-mail to [email protected]. can help you ... The Austin chapter of the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Teachers Network is hosting a Saturday social gathering for educators who plan to march on the 23rd. A Youth Rally for Equality in Education is sched- uled for Saturday afternoon the 22nd at a ...make the most of your site to be announced; sponsored in part by life insurance today. LGRL, it's meant to create public aware- ness of the discrimination gay and lesbian ~ We create competitionamong the 12 most reputablefunding sourcesto make sure youths often face as they try to get an edu- you receivethe highest cash settlement. cation in Texas. LGRL also hosts a Texas ~ Absolutelyno cost or obligation at any time and we qualify anyone up to 1,000T-cells. 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PAGE 36 TWT MARCH 7 - MARCH 13 1991 AUSTIN LAW OFFICE John Kowalski sapphFire, a lesbian social group, is hav- 13 YEARS EXPERIENCE ing Friday Night at the Movies as the theme of its meeting at 7:30 p.rn. this REECONSULTATION evening (March 7) at 600 E. 50th St It's All Family Law Matters Suggested you bring munchies and some- thing soft to sit on for the double feature of emeanors - $90down lesbian/gay films. For more info, call (512) Kellsonable Fees Begin at: 323-2476 . .•. I;;•.....•...... •... ·75dn• •..•••.• ..•.••.•.•...••.....•. '75dn, The AustinfTravis County Health De- phony Center, 2301 Flora St To RSVP and Ieense Suspension .•.•...•.•.•. '75 dn, arrange a meeting area, call Ken at (214) .•••.••.•.•...•...... •...•... '75dn. partment is offering free HIV testing from 328-6749. Everyone is welcome. nies ••...... •...... •...... •...•. '150 dn. 6-9 p.m. Sundays in March at various bars Ivo~e ••..•....•.•...... •.•...... '95 dn. and clubs. All tests and consultations are ~orporaUon...•...•...••..••..••..... '75 dn. confidential. The March sites: March 9, The Prime Timers DFW, a support group for Cuff/The Forum; March 16, Chain Drive; mature gay men, hosts a Prime Diner from DALLAS 3210 Oak Lawn and March 23, The Edge. (no testing on 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11 at Pappa's (214) 526-9699 Easter Sunday, March 30). For more info, Barbeque House, 2231 West NW Highway. IRVING call (512)708-3505. For more info, call (972) 504-8866. 800 W. Airport Fwy. First Interstate Bank Lutherans Concerned of Austin and Dragonflies, a support group for gay "(Metro 972) 445-4149 Central Texas holds its monthly chapter Asian men, meets at 6 p.m. this Saturday, meeting from 2-3:30 p.m. this Sunday, March 8 for "Enhancing Your Romantic aIJol.Open Saturdays = March 9, in the parlor of First English Lu- Relationship," a program held at the Gay Ition by an Experienced Attorney theran Church, 3001 Whitis Ave. For more and Lesbian Community Center, 2701 by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. info, call (512)478-1933. Reagan at Brown. For more info, call (214) 521-5142, ext 852. AIDS Services of Austin's 1996-97 Red Ribbon Dinner Series continues at 7 p.m., The Lesbian Visionaries host a potluck Monday, March 10, at Fonda San Miguel, supper on Friday, March 7 at 6 p.m. at the 2330 W. North Loop Blvd. Tickets are $100, GLCC, 2701 Reagan at Brown. For more of which 75% goes directly to ASA and is information, please call (214)521-5342, tax deductible. For reservations, or more ext 844. info, call (512)406-6175. Men of All Colors Together will have a Cornerstone, Austin's gay and lesbian member meeting from 6:30-9 p.m. on community center, holds a volunteer orien- Tuesday, March 11 at the GLCC, 2701 You take an important step toward controlling your financial concerns when tation session at 6:30 p.m. Monday, March Reagan at Brown. For more info, call (214) you choose Funds For Life, Inc. We are unlike any other viatical service in the 10, at 1117 Red River. For more info, call 521-4765. industry in two important aspects. (512)708-1515. • Funds For Life, Inc. never purchases insurance policies from its clients, Gay 101, an introduction to gay and les- we represent you, not the buyer, therefore, your best interests are our primary "Positively Alive;' the HIV support group bian issues, is presented on Wednesday, concern. sponsored by Metropolitan Community March 12 from 6:30-10 p.m. at the GLCC, 2701 Reagan at Brown. For more info, call • Funds For Life's competitive bidding process guarantees that you receive Church of Austin, holds its next meeting the highest possible cash settlement. at 7 p.m. Monday, March 10. This group is (214)528-9254. for anyone affected by HIV in any way. For When you call, our caring professional location and more info, call (512)326-8566 staff is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a HOUSTON week to assist and help you. Each client or (512)708-8819. transaction is held in the strictest confidence. AIDS Foundation Houston has issued a 1~ILYFOi DALLAS call for donations of toiletry items for its You Deserve More than the net worth of your insurance Stone Soup Food Assistance Program. policy. You deserve Funds For Life. Call 407-420-1200 Friends ASSOCiating and Relating hosts Needs include toilet paper, toothpaste, Funds For Life, Inc. anytime at 407-420- a free concert this Sunday, March 9 at 2:30 toothbrushes, bar soap, shampoo, dispos- 1200 or toll free at 1-800-556-0807. or 1-800-558-0807 o.rn. The Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra able razors, shaving cream, adult and chil- performs with the Dallas Symphony Or- dren's diapers, deodorant, laundry deter- Chestra at the Morton H. Meyerson Sym- gent and dishwashing detergent Drop off

PAGE 39 iWT MARCH 7 . MARCH 13 1997 donations at Stone Soup, 608 Westheimer, Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., or at AFH, 3202 Weslayan Annex, also 9 a.rn-. 5 p.m.

Black and White Men Together/Men of All Colors Together-Houston holds its next meeting at 744 E. 9th St. at 5 p.m. this Sunday, March 9. For more info, call (713) 802-0454.

The Montrose Counseling Center cele- brates SI. Patrick's Day on Friday, March 14, with its tenth annual "Bringin' in the Green," a evening (5:30-8 p.m.) of revelry featuring entertainment, food and a silent auction at 4 Courtlandt Place. Suggested donation at the door is $20. Proceeds ben- efit the Counseling Center.

Twenty Something is a social group for young adults 20-29 that addresses gay, lesbian and bisexual issues. For more info, call (713)315-6786.

"Latex and Lesbians" is the topic of the next meeting of the Women's Network, on Wednesday, March 12, from 7-9 p.m. at the Montrose Counseling Center, 701 Richmond. Requested donation is $3-$5.

Outrage, Inc., which puts on one of Hous- ton's premiere annual events - "Outrage The Halloween Party" - and donates to local HIV/AIDS groups, will announce this year's charities at its next meeting, to be held Tuesday, March 11. For more info, call (713)706-2508. 'I'li

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The Community Clinic, Laurel Heights Clinic and the San Antonio AIDS Foun- dation are sponsoring a support group for anyone who has lost a friend or loved one to AIDS on Tuesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. The free group meets at the 8th Street Bar and Cafe, 416 8th SI. For more info, call (210)821-6407.

Lambda Alliance, a registered student organization at the University of Texas at San Antonio, works to provide a social, academic and political support network for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people within the UTSA community. Meet- ings are are on Thursdays at 4:45 p.m. in the UC Paloverde Room. 'OW ead over the rainbow as Dallas' Turtle Creek Chorale presents four per- forHmances of the heartwarming classic "The Wizard of Oz" on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, March 13-15, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, March 16 at 2:30 p.m. in the McFarlin Auditorium at Southern Methodist University. This musical extravaganza will take on new meaning when presented by Dallas' premier men's chorus. Chorus members will fill all the roles (except Doro- thy) and appear as witches, munchkins, poppies, inhabitants of Oz and more, all Gladyz and family patriarch Felix Leopoldo with their trademark talent and flair. Tickets Gigante. Local actor Diego Villarreal Gar- are $10-$30 and are available by calling cia brings all these characters to life at the ARTIIX at (214)871-ARTS (2787). TBH Cultural Arts Center, 333 S. Jensen, The Dallas Chamber Orchestra pre- at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through sents three performances of its sixth con- March 29 (and one Sunday matinee at 5 cert this season with a program of tradi- p.m. March 23). For tickets ($12, with some tional chamber music including Dvorak's $5 seats available), call (713)869-8927. ONS Trio for Two Violins and Via/a, Op. 75a, Boccherini's Quintet in 0 Major for Strings RETOHE and Brahms' Sextet for Strings in G Major, Op. 36, all performed without conductor in true chamber music style. Performances I get my medications'? are this evening and Sunday, March 7 and 9. Tonight's performance is at 8 p.m. at the iptic ns being filled by a Church of the Transfiguration (Hillcrest and Spring Valley in North Dallas); Sunday's t specializes in managing shows at 2 and 7 p.m. are at SMU's Caruth Auditorium (Hillcrest and Binkley). Tickets The Flirtations {Suede, Jimmy Rutland and Jon Arterton, ($17/adults, $12/senior citizens and $10/ f·r] bring their a cappella stylings to Austin's Pfanet Theatre students) are available through ARTIIX at next week. (214)871-2787 or at the door. VORTEX Repertory Company and the On Wednesday, March 12, Theater LaB HIV Wellness Center are presenting The Houston presents the Southwest premiere Flirtations in concert at 8 p.m. Tuesday- of Michael John LaChiusa's First Lady Saturday (March 11-15) at Planet Theatre, Suite, the third production of the theatre's 2307 Manor Rd. in Austin. These chamber "Fascinating Women" series. Four chamber concerts will provide Austin audiences with musical suites ranging from the funny to the brilliant blend of a cappella sounds of the lyrical focus on celebrated First Ladies: the group, as well as benefiting VORTEX "Over Texas" (Jacqueline Kennedy and and the HIV Wellness Center. The group Lady Bird Johnson), "Where's Mamie?" was created by Jon Arterton in 1987, and (Mamie Eisenhower), "Olio" (Bess Truman) he and Jimmy Rutland were joined in and "Eleanor Sleeps Here" (Eleanor 1995 by pop jazz vocalist Suede (a Roosevelt). Opening night is at 8 p.m., with woman) to create the group's current incar- regular shows at 8 p.m. Fridays and Sat- nation, which is immortalized on a new CD, urdays and 6 p.m. Sundays (April 6, 13 and Three. Tickets are $50 gold ticket or $35 20) at Theater LaB, 1706 Alamo. For tick- silver ticket; seating is limited. For reserva- ets ($18), call (713)868-7516. tions or more info, call (512)478-LAVA. New Heights Theatre and Talento Bi- Later at Live Oak Cabaret welcomes lingue de Houston have joined forces to Jackie Roache, Kethy Sherridan and bring John Leguizamo's one-man show Laura Powell for its show from 10:30 Spic-O-Rama to local audiences. It's Krazy p.m.-1 a.m. Saturday, March 8, at 719 Willie's wedding day, and his family the Congress Ave. in Austin. Cover is $5, and Gigantes live through it with us - nine- there are no reservations. Audiences can year-old nerd Miggy, Desert Storm vet enjoy beer, wine or soft drinks and scrump- Krazy Willie, aspiring Shakespearean tious desserts along with the smooth tu~ Raffi, bitter recluse Javier, the irrepressible in an intimate, smoke-free setting. Workout to fight HIV/AIDS liThe and related cancers ... ALASKA CRUISE Problem is - Most I 7-day 'Misty Fjords' Cruise People "1r.,- Y Gay Group aboard Wait Too COUNSELING & PSYCHOTHERAP NCLs The Windward San Antonio Long" April 12 "Where the gay and lesbian July 7-14 -Danna K. 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1Wf MARCH 7 - MARCH 13 1997 PAGE 55 PAGE 54 TWT MARCH 7 - MARCH 13 1997 BY C_LICHTENSTEIN MARCH 7- MARCH 13, 1997 DAVID DUCHOVNY BORN MARCH 7, 1960

Wild Mars continues to travel backward in the sky this week, retrograding from Libra back into Virgo. Thisretreating marauder almost guarantees that even our most sedate and serene actions seem to go too far too fast. Read ahead to see where we detonate the big one in our lives.... PISCES (Feb. 20 - March 20) Relationships Mars tosses a tornado into the best-laid are often the reason for being for all ro- plans. Proud Twins should delay any major mantic pink Fish, but now, with retro Mars, changes until late April. Avoid discussions LIVE GAY you may find cocooning a bit confining. with difficult relatives. Mars sends sparks CRUISING Mars adds the lighter fluid to any smolder- flying. Live life openly out, but don't invite Cruise through 100 ing argument, so bite your lip and let things family to rain on your pride parade. Call it telephone lines for a live one-on-one chat. go by until this feisty planet goes direct avoiding unnecessary aggravation. 1-268- again in late April. Words once spoken and CANCER (June 22 - July 23) Sensitive pink 404-6433 actions once taken cannot be easily Crabs are advised to keep their best opin- ··u-',:umm •• llIl:ltlr:t:WL!rrl undone. ions to themselves during the wild Mars ret- ARIES (March 21 - April 20) Feisty Mars ret- rograde. Simply stated, nothing is simply rogrades back into Virgo this week, which stated now. Of course, if you hanker to can tempt the ever dominating, proud Ram start an out-of-control stampede, Mars into inadvisable actions on the job. Refrain gives you the Molotov. Since good fences from getting those lovely horns locked into make good neighbors, consider building a any work-related disputes; you'll have a good Berlin Wall right now. And don't lend dickens of a time disentangling yourself. Try neighbors your chainsaw.... a more productive technique: count to ten LEO (July 24 - Aug. 23) Although you han- and then go to lunch. ker to retire early, the Mars retrograde can TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) Yes,dear, queer tempt you into inadvisable investments BUll, it is possible to have too much of a based on pure greed alone. Hopefully, you good time during the Mars retrograde. Your can temper your ardor until Mars changes creative musing could be in for a bruising. course. Until then, however, quietly do The "party hearty" mantra could lead to a your financial homework, seek conserva- dissipated, "scrape me off the floor" feel- tive advisors and learn how to balance ing. Avoid' overindulging, especially in alco- work and play. Proud Lions need to lie in hol, gambling or other recreational pas- the sun and rejuvenate their energies every times. It's hard to bounce back when you so often. feel like concrete. VIRGO (Aug. 24 - Sept. 23) Mars retros GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) Although you back into your own sign, which can play feel driven to solidify your roots by redec- havoc with any new endeavor or around orating your current hovel or moving, retro new and important people. Queer Virgins

iWT MARCH 7 - MARCH 13 1997 PAGE 57 DALLAS SOFTBALL EXPLOSIVE DALLAS - The Pegasus Siowpitch Soft- ball Association holds a pre-season Softball EROTIC Training Clinic at Glencoe Park this Sunday, March 9, from 1-4 p.m. There will be infor- mation about the league as well as clinics FANTASIESI and workshops for all levels of players. A sec- ond clinic will be held Sunday, March 23, at 1-900- the same time and location. Pegasus begins play with opening day cer- emonies on Sunday, April 13, at noon at Impact (Suicide Squad). 1-GET- Glencoe Park, where regular season play will take place. Among luminaries expected to attend are Dr. Tim Seelig, Artistic Director of HOUSTON BOWLING HIM the Turtle Creek Chorale, who will sing the HOUSTON - In standings reported National Anthem, and City Councilman Chris 3/3/97, Division A of the Montrose Monday Luna, who will throw out the first ball. Night Men's League is headed by We Go There are league openings from beginning There, Beat the Meat Again and Four Tops. to experienced competitive levels. Opportuni- Five Easy Pieces, Thirsty Wives Club and ties are also available for local businesses Spank My Feet lead Division B. Mike Figliola and organizations interested in sponsoring a bowled high scratch game of 278 and high team. For more info, call (214)358-6002. handicapped game. Gerald Hagan bowled high scratch series of 658 and high handi- AUSTIN BOWLING capped series. Bowling is at Palace Lanes, 4191 Bellaire Blvd., at 9 p.m. Mondays. For AUSTIN - Kelvin Harrison had the hottest more info, call Tom at (713)522-9612. hand in the Gamblers Bowling League [as of Please Don't Eat the Daisy, We Go There 2/25/97] at Dart Bowl, scoring the high game Too and Titty Titty Wang Wang lead the pack scratch (256), series scratch (681) and in the Inner Loop Sunday Evening League. series handicap (717). Richard Davis blocked For the men, Gardy Harvey bowled high Harrison from sweeping individual weekly scratch game of 248, David Furlong high honors with the high game handicap (274); scratch series of 694 and handicapped Davis was also most pins over average (86). series, and Bruce Metsker bowled high han- League-leading Ease It In had top team dicapped game. For the women, Terry Shan- game scratch (748) and series scratch non bowled high scratch game of 232 and (2,128), and its 38-2 record left it well ahead series of 601, Kate Brusegaard bowled high of nearest rivals Missing Impossible (29-13) handicapped game and Michelle Flora hand- and Clueless (28-14) in the standings. icapped series. Bowling is at Palace Lanes at 7 p.m. Sundays. For more info, call Tom at (713)522-9612. The Wednesday Night Mixers report that Gutter Bumper is in first place, with Gutter Trash in second and Charley's Tunas in third. For the men, Don Burken bowled high scratch game of 225 and series of 612. Michael Crabtree bowled high handicapped game. For the women, Terry Shannon bowled high scratch game of 203 and series of 576. Margaret Hale bowled high handicapped game and Carol Clark series. Bowling is at AMF Southway, 8180 S. Gessner, at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays. For more info, call Tom at HOUSTON BILLIARDS (713)522-9612. HOUSTON - After the first night of play The top four spots in the Monday Night on Thursday, Feb. 27, the top five teams in Women's League are held by Balls ROut, the Independent Billiard League of Houston Marks-A-Lot, TAZ Club and Bitches in Beau- are Bricks (Bricks II), Dynamite Sticks (Mont- tiful Shirts. Bowling is at 6:30 p.m. Mondays rose Mining Company), Highrollers (Cous- at AMF Southway. For more info, call Pat at Ins), Hot Pockets (Venture-N) and Sudden (713) 437-6218. ~

'fWTM-ADrl-l 7 _ t.11b.orw 1':1. 1007 Dar::.1= /)7 clear, however, that his group does not FOOTWEAR DESIGNER'S oppose AIDS research in any way, but that whose mission is to improve the quality, AIDS RESEARCH their complaint was that their beliefs were availability and funding of HIV/AIDS edu- offended. Others at Dallas Area Rapid cation, prevention and services in Texas. It CAMPAIGN OFFENDS Transit are concerned that the removal of sponsors Texas CAN! (Citizen Action Net- the ads is censorship, and guidelines for work), a grassroots project to help promote RELIGIOUS GROUPS such issues will be discussed at the next greater funding and sound AIDS policies board meeting. on local, state and national levels. •.....*••~ \Ii. Transit Authorities in Dallas, Cole believes the controversy isn't hurt- Fort Worth Pull AmFAR Ads. ing the campaign, which has raised over $85 million since 1985. "If this gets us DALLAS/FORT WORTH - You've prob- attention without hurting anyone, then fine. ably seen billboards and other promotions The reality is that a cure will come from the right thing? And a lot of the legislators for AIDS research awareness paid for by biomedical research. It's what needs fund- we talked to wanted more questions and footwear designer Kenneth Cole. "Red ing;' Cole said. information, depending on what the issue Ribbons Won't Cure AIDS;' and "Sexual At press time, no decision had been was. It was very encouraging." Abstinence Won't Cure AIDS" were two made to either re-run the existing ads or TAN plans to keep a close eye on slogans with the tag line, "Research WilL" make changes to them. upcoming legislative hearings by various With little or no controversy, the campaign committees, such as appropriations. The was used in 19 major cities to raise public group is also planning to take part in awareness. However, when the latest slo- TEXAS AIDS NETWORK Harry Livesay, chairman of the board of TAN, addressed AIDSWatch '97 April 13-15 in Washington, gan, "Prayer Won't Cure AIDS. Research participants in Capitol Days '97 last weekend. DC, following the same direct approach Will" was unveiled, negative response was PUSHES FOR MORE Sunday's orientation and training ses- with Texas Senators and Representatives so strong in Dallas and Fort Worth that STATE FUNDING sion at the Capitol drew participants from there. Anyone who wishes to volunteer or transit authorities in both cities immediately around the state, representing organiza- register to participate, or who wants more pulled the ads off all their buses. 'Capitol Days' Draw Advocates tions such as AIDS Services of Austin, information, can call the Texas AIDS Net- According to officials at Dallas Area From Around State for AIDS Foundation Houston, Texas South- work at (512)447-8887. Rapid Transit and the Fort Worth Transpor- Meetings with Lawmakers. western University, AIDS Outreach Center tation Authority, callers were upset at what of Fort Worth and ADAPT. There were also they thought was an attempt to discredit pharmacists and medical students in the HOUSTON TO HOST AUSTIN - Approximately two dozen prayer and religion in the ads. The transit group, which was urged by TAN board advocates for continued state funding in officials said pulling the ads was only a chairman Harry Livesay, "Our mere pres- POZ LIFE Expo response to what the community wanted, the battle against AIDS and HIV took part ence here is to remind them (legislators) of ApRIL 25-26 although they could not reveal exact totals in the Texas AIDS Network's 1997 Capital how they work and who they work for.... of the number of calls received. Days, designed to let constituents meet You're the frontliners; you're so busy in Kickoff of Six-City Tour Will Bring their legislators directly and make their As a result of actual and potential com- your daily dealings with the fight against Marketers, Providers Together plaints, the American Foundation for AIDS voices heard. AIDS and HIV that you don't often get a "We were very pleased with it;' TAN Ex- With People Affected by HIV. Research, which sponsors the campaign, chance to tell legislators what's really is removing the ads in all cities in which ecutive Director Carolyn Parker said of the going on out there, what the epidemic is HOUSTON - On April 25 and 26, the they ran, including New York, Boston and two-day effort, which began with a policy doing. We know what it's going to take (in George R. Brown Convention Center in San Francisco. The foundation admitted briefing and advocacy training on Sunday funding), and we have to let them know it Houston will host the Southwest's first con- that it might have been too insensitive in its and concluded with Monday's visits to leg- doesn't come free and it's important." sumer expo for people with HIV/AIDS and wording. One suggestion made before the islators' offices. "We covered a lot of terri- One of TAN's more uphill battles is push- their friends and families. As with tradi- campaign ran was to insert the word tory. Of course, we didn't have enough ing House Bill 866, which allows local com- tional trade shows, the Houston event, "alone" after "prayer;' but it was turned people to cover every legislator. We proba- munities the option of authorizing needle known as the POZ Life Expo, will bring down. bly came close to covering half (of the exchange programs in their areas. TAN businesses that market products used by In an interview with The New York Times, Texas House and Senate)." reports that at least 30 percent of all AIDS people with HIV/AIDS together with poten- Cole said, "I thought in no way did the slo- "There were many good experiences for cases in Texas are directly or indirectly tial consumers. gan diminish prayer. This was a challenge our participants. People came back really related to needle sharing. Parker said the Exhibitors will include marketers of to complacency and indifference, an excited about the depths of the discus- advocates on Monday got a surprisingly pharmaceutical products, nutritional serv- attempt to challenge conventional beliefs sions. We found (elected officials) who Positive reception as they pushed the bill. ices, and travel, financial and information we have, most of which harbor indifference. were supportive on our issues. We also did "The topic of needle exchange seems to services used by people with HIV/AIDS; Perhaps I was incorrect. I truthfully did not a lot of drop-in visits to offices where we have a lot more support than you would caregivers; and health care and social ser- anticipate this." didn't have constituents among our pres- think, even from some conservative legis- vice professionals. Houston-area nonprofit One of the groups upset over the cam- ent participants, delivering information lators;' she said. "On the other hand, those organizations will offer information and ser- paign's alleged desecration of prayer is the packages." people sometimes need some political vices from exhibition space provided free Tarrant County chapter of the American The Texas AIDS Network is a nonprofit cover for their district, because the issue is of charge by organizers of the Expo, which Family Association. Executive Director corporation representing a broad-based Controversial.... Now the question is, how is expected to draw several thousand peo- David Miller said he wanted to make it coalition of individuals and organizations do we make it safer so leqislators can do ple from Texas and surrounding states.

-PA-G-E-6-S------=TWT--=.,-M.,-A,-R=-C=-H:-:-::7:----:M--:.,-A=R-=C.,..H"'1:-:3"""199:::71 1Wr MAIH'H 7 _ MADrH l~ 1007 PAGE69 In addition to information and marketing, dangerous precedent. convention, is integral to our democratic probation (in the past few years)," Linda the Expo will include two days of continu- "The attorney for the state Gap said form of government and receives the Moore, director of special projects and clin- ous panels, seminars and workshops basically they could exclude black people if broadest protection under the First Amend- ical resources at the TDH bureau, told TWT focused on living and thriving with HIV. they wanted to," Carpenter said. "This rul- ment to assure an open debate on political NEWS Tuesday, She noted that two of the Programs will feature Houston-area pro- ing basically gives them that ability - or ex- issues .... 1 cannot join an opinion that pre- others were in Lubbock and Odessa, and fessionals who treat people with HIV, AIDS cluding women, or handicapped, or anyone cipitately cuts off such a debate." are now under different agencies with no experts, activists and people with HIV, and they want to disenfranchise. This goes way Carpenter said the court's majority opin- lapse of services to the clients. topics will include AIDS treatment updates, beyond the state Gap and Republicans." ion was not unexpected, but he was sur- "It's not unusual, if we go in and find any financial and legal issues, and social Log Cabin was initially granted a con- prised at how far it went. "I had thought and neglect of clients, for us to take action issues such as dating and disclosure. The vention booth and program ad, and their hoped the Supreme Court would allow us immediately," Moore continued. ''There was Expo program is being produced by the check was cashed by the state Gap. Later to more fully brief it on important legal no abuse in this (Coastal Bend) case; basi- National Minority AIDS Council. LCR was told it could not have the frontline issues involved before coming out with the cally it was a lack of documentation. We "Nearly a million Americans are living exposure it had been promised, and its decision," he told TWT NEWS. "The opinion is will conduct unannounced visits during the with HIV, and they are informed, active money was refunded. LCR took the state significant in a number of respects. First, 90-day period, as well as helping them consumers of a wide range of products, party to court, and on June 14 last year, the Texas Supreme Court has created a work on resolving the problem areas." from prescription drugs to natural foods," won a temporary injunction from a Travis legal document that never existed in Texas Nancy Britner, Director of CBAF, said Sean Strub, organizer of the paz Life County district court. The Republican Party jurisprudence to allow the Texas Gap to Coastal Bend should have no trouble mak- Expos and Executive Editor of paz maga- of Texas skipped the state appeals court exclude Log Cabin .... Second, the Texas ing the needed improvements in service. zine, said earlier this week. "The paz Life and took its mandamus (extraordinary) Supreme Court basically eviscerated our Moore said her agency's emphasis is on Expo provides a wealth of information for relief request directly to the Republican- right to contract with the state GOp. ... protection of clients and making sure they people with HIV/AIDS, and allows market- dominated state Supreme Court because That's a novel and dangerous precedent. get qualified care. The bureau makes ers and information providers to meet the convention was rapidly approaching; "Never have so many tried so hard to unannounced visits based on client com- directly with the people they are trying to on June 19, the high court stayed the dis- prevent so few from participating." plaints, and does it all the time, she noted. reach." paz is a 90,000-circulation monthly trict court's temporary injunction because For more information, or to file a complaint, for people with HIV. "we were 'tentatively of the opinion that AIDS AGENCY call TDH's HIV/STD info line toll-free at The Houston event is the kickoff for a state action is required for there to have (800)299-AIDS. six-city national tour that will also bring the been a violation of the constitutional rights IN CORPUS CHRISTI paz Life Expo to New York, Washington, asserted by the Log Cabin Republicans D.C., Chicago, Atlanta and Los Angeles and that such action was not present under PLACED ON PROBATION TURTLE CREEK this year. the facts of the case; that the contract CHORALE TO PERFORM Last year, New York City hosted the first claims of the Log Cabin Republicans do State Health Department paz Life Expo, which drew 7,000 consu- not warrant the relief granted by the district Finds Lack of Documentation. AT NAT'L CONVENTION mers and 140 exhibitors; the Houston expo court; and that mandamus relief may be CORPUS CHRISTI - The Coastal Appearance at ACDA Meeting will accommodate 136 exhibitors. The appropriate under the unique and com- Bend AIDS Foundation, which serves expos are produced by the RDP Group, pelling circumstances of the case.''' This Evening in San Diego about 250 people in a 12-county region and are sponsored by Bristol Myers- The Texas Supreme Court retained around Corpus Christi, has been placed on Is Second for Dallas Group. Squibb, Ortho Biotech, Janssen Pharma- jurisdiction to issue an opinion explaining probation for 90 days by the Texas Depart- ceutica, Pharmacia & Upjohn and Serono in detail the rationale for its stay order. That DALLAS - The Turtle Creek Chorale, ment of Health's bureau of HIV and STD Laboratories. opinion, issued last Friday, was written by Dallas' world-renowned 225-member male prevention. Justice Greg Abbott, a Republican, and chorus under the direction of Dr. Timothy STATE SUPREME was joined by seven of the eight other jus- The action is a result of complaints Seelig, will perform in San Diego at the tices. Justice Rose Spector, one of the received by the TDH bureau of numerous American Choral Directors Association COURT'S OPINION court's two Democrats, concurred, but filed deficiencies in client relations and docu- national convention tonight, Friday, March WORRIES LOG CABIN a separate opinion finding fault with many mentation. Among the substantiated defi- 7. This is the second time the chorus has of Abbott's explanations. ciencies were: not adequately following up been chosen for this prestigious event. Decision on GOP Convention "I first disagree with the majority's over- on several clients, including one incident in "The national convention of the ACDA is Condemned as Setting broad rationale for adopting a state action Which a person wasn't contacted for two the 'Super Bowl' of choruses. ACDA has years; denying medication to a client with- 17,000 member choruses representing 'Dangerous Precedent. ' requirement for equal rights, due course of law, and free speech claims under the out justification; not documenting proof in over a million singers. To be one of only 40 AUSTIN - The Texas Supreme Court Texas Constitution," Spector wrote. "In the Some records that clients had HIV; improp- choruses invited from around the world is handed down its opinion last Friday on why 114 years since the United States Su- erly altering case management records; the greatest honor any chorus can re- it had ruled against the Log Cabin Repub- preme Court first recognized a state action failure to maintain contact with clients; and ceive," said Seelig. "The pressure is in- licans in the state group's bid for a program requirement under the federal Fourteenth requirinQ clients to sign blank release-of- tense, but exhilarating. We are very excited Information forms. advertisement and booth space at last Amendment. ..this court has never found a to be representing Dallas and Texas." summer's Republican Party of Texas con- proper occasion to determine whether any The probation period runs from Feb. 24 For their performance, the Turtle Creek vention. The court's belated explanation provision of our state Bill of Rights contains through May 26. If problems aren't cor- Chorale will present selections from left LCR state President Dale Carpenter of a similar limitation .... Political speech, the rected, CBAF could lose nearly $1 million "Naked Man," "Mockingbird Sings" and "I've Houston shaking his head, and expressing type of speech that the Log Cabin Repub- In state and federal contracts. Got Your Picture," all made famous by worries that the court had set an extremely licans sought to exercise at the Party's "This is the fifth program we've put on Patsy Cline. ~

PAGE 70 TWT MARCH 7 - MARCH 131997 ~AAnrLJ" ~A"I"'1""""I'" ,1"\1"\, PAGE 71 RJ. PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS DALLAS TEA - Since its grand opening, "SOARING ABOVE THE CLOUDS" the momentum at the Brick has gained at tremendous speeds. There's something THE OFFICIAL exciting happening tit_, d'" I every night of the week. Adult video MR. GAY METROPLEX fave Cliff Parker [right] made an ALL-AMERICAN CONTEST impressive AN EXHIBITION OF EXCEUING ENTERTAINERS appearance last A DIRECT PRELIMINARY TO MR. GAY TEXAS ALL-AMERICAN Friday that sti II has men breathless. spikers in spiked heels as the Round-Up Without a moment presents the Miss DIVA Pageant, sponsored THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 1997 wasted, they've by the Dallas Independent Volleyball PERFORMING SYMBOLS OF EXCELLENCE already announced Association .... that stud extraordinaire Logan Reed is Join JR's for the new Wild Wild heading our way on March 28, so go rent Weekend. Wild Friday nights mean drink Brother to Brother or The Last Taboo for a specials all night long and Cruisin' the little research project. That date's a little Crossroads from 10-10:30 p.m. Saturday ways off, so for something a little more nights bring Cruisin' from 10:30-11 p.m. current, why not stop in for the First Friday and gorgeous male dancers from 9 p.m.-2 Flashlight Party tonight. Once the lights go a.m. On Sundays, spend a leisurely after- out, the music begins and won't stop until noon drinking Bellinis and stick around for 4 a.m. The batteries in the flashlights will Wanda's Anything Goes Show and Paul J. last all night long, just make sure yours do, Williams' original Video Karaoke. Perhaps too. Stop by Sunday for a great cookout, he'll sing a medley of movie themes when beer bust, pool tournament and torn Levi's JR's hosts their Academy Awards party on contest. Don't forget the Mr. Gay March 24. Bartender Scott Todd was nomi- Metroplex All-American Contest this MR. GAY METROPLEX ALL-AMERICAN '96 JORDAN HAROLD nated this week for Best Performance by a Thursday with dozens of performers and Birthday Boy. Happy Birthday! Finally, if MR. GAY METROPLEX ALL-AMERICAN '95 ANTONIO EDWARDS special guests. Then next Friday, it's the you've ever been carded for looking too MR. TEXAS ALL-AMERICAN '96 STUART MICHEAL Beads and Boxers Party. Phew! It's a young, it was probably done by one of the whirlwind of activity atThe Brick .... FORMER MISS GAY AMERICA PATTI LE PLAE SAFE great JR's doormen. Of course, don't be Only one more weekend until the upset when they ask for your 1.0. It's really FORMER MR. GAY ALL AMERICAN DAVID PACE Round-Up hosts the TGRNs incredible the greatest compliment in the world!. .. KOURTNEY WELLS • PAIGE SAXON Queen of the Closet Ball. It's a wild benefit Crews Inn contin- pageant that will definitely bust the doors ues to attract the FORMER MISS GAY AMERICA LADY SHAWN off that closet when it gets underway on hottest men to dance Sunday, March 16. So if you need dance FORMER MR. GAY ALL-AMERICAN JOHN GORDON at the club night lessons, you'd better get to the Round-Up after night. They're MR. GAY ALL-AMERICAN 1996 JOHN MARTIN BEEBE this Sunday or Thursday at 8:30 p.m. They all so gorgeous, you probably would enjoy sharing a bit of the Also Appearing MISS GAY METROPLEX 1997 MARINA MOORE may be nervous spotlight with a few of the handsome men about approaching and MR. GAY ALL-AMERICAN 1997 JONATHAN GEORGE [left] who frequent them with your dol- PLUS SPECIAL OUT-OF-TOWN GUEST the Round-Up. lar bills, but Steve Drop by tonight and [right] is considerate I "A ! OVER $1,100 IN CASH AND PRIZES see for yourself. enough to wear a watch so you can go up Monday, March 17, to him under the guise of wanting to know FOR INFORMATION CONTACT JORDAN HAROLD (214)835-7519 the Round-Up the time. Just remember to look him in the -r-.,t: opens its doors for a eyes when you ask. Friday and Saturday Positive+Perscnals nights are beginning to rival the monumen- Social for HIV-positive men and women. tal popularity of Tuesday nights. The music It's a great time to meet some wonderful just keeps getting better and the drink spe- ~'RICK people, and since the club isn't normally cials are always right on target. Stop in .1I"c:a~ open for business, make sure you use the tonight and discover Crews Inn for yourself ~ back entrance. Coming soon, get ready for and say hi to the guys in the back bar. ...

4117 MAPLE AVENUE • DALLAS ~J1An""IJ'" ~AA""""'--II''''''''''''' ...• PAGE 73 You're in bed with the flu. You're at work the rest of the gang for a couple of drinks top female impersonators in the United crowd that came to see them last Tuesday and your boss is screaming. Your room- and a heavy dose of daytime television to Stateswill converge on Village Station on at Kolors. Those are three divas who can mate got mad and threw your car keys in help put your life into perspective. Then Thursday, May 8, when Alan Gellman pre- really put on a show! And as shows go, Big the garbage disposal. There are times in stick around as the male dancers come out sents the official Miss Gay South USofA Sister should bring down the house during your life when only a few hours at Moby to play in the evening. It's easy to see why 1997 Pageantas the final preliminary to a Iive concert on March 21. Add to that Dick will do, but you just can't get there. some people never want to leave Zippers Miss Gay USofA, to be held in Dallas May the nightly male Well, bring a little Moby home. That's from the time they get there in the morning 18-23. By special arrangement with USA dancers and fantastic right, Moby's gone online and you can get until late that night. At least they're open Pageantry,the top three will be sponsored music and you've got a taste of all the fun and excitement from every day.... to Miss Gay USofA, so you can count on a a great place to call your thrill-starved computer. Find out all The Disco Ball highly competitive and entertaining your regular hang- the latest news and up-to-date info on held last Friday at evening. For additional information, con- out. Owner Paul shows, specials and other treats. Of Sue Ellen's was so tact Alan at (214)521-0638 .... Gonzales [right, r, course, www.moby-dick.com should not groovy, you could HOTTEA would with Carmen Del be used as a substitute for the actual Moby hardly get in the like to officially Rio] continues to Dick experience. Bartenders in boxers on door. People from all congratulate the bring the people what they want. So stop Monday night, showtunes on Tuesday with over Dallas flocked fantastic Cassie by and tell him what you'd like to see hap- Wayne Smith, Nakoma Shaye's comedy on to Sue's to hear . Nova [left] on her pen at Kolors.... Wednesday and the happy hour buffet on Shannon [rightJ sing M.'.." ~ recent crowning as Hurry to the gym and work out, guys. Friday just wouldn't be the same on a her greatest hits. It ·l Miss Gay Highland Falcon Studios will be at Alternatives from monitor. And no matter how many pictures was the hottest ticket in town that night. Park. She stole the March 25-28 looking for new adult video of guys you come across on the net, noth- Speaking of hot, now that winter seems to show at Kolors and models. You could see your name next to be leaving us for good, the front and rear deserves every your favorite star's on a video in the very patios will be open for a little afternoon sparkling jewel in that lovely crown. Good near future. If you've got the look and the sun worshiping. Out back, the sand volley- luck in the next stage1... drive to succeed in this exciting business, ball court is just waiting for two teams to The three-day pool tournament at TMC give Mark a call at Alternatives now. Live battle it out. Of course, along with all this, went on without a hitch. Who knew there the fantasy! the Sunday afternoon cookouts are almost were so many talented pool players out here, so start freeing up your schedules in there? Throckmorton Mining Company evi- advance.... dently did. More pool tournaments are Village Station has caught spring fever in already in the works, so keep checking for a big way. They're planning so many more information. You probably already ing compares to actual flesh-and-blood events, there's hardly enough room on know how much fun TMC is at night, but men like Kevin and Rick [above, l-rl, who these pages to cover everything, but we'll daytime bartender Gary has plenty of sur- help make Moby Dick what it is. Visit the definitely try. On March 17, the Team prises and entertainment in store for any- website to find out the scoop, then get to Dallas 501 Party and Fund-raiser will give one who comes in after the bar opens at 1 Moby Dick as fast as you possibly can.... everyone in town a chance to meet the p.m. Come to the Mine and put Gary to Tonight's the night! It's the Miss Gay Las Team Dallas members who'll be compet- the test. He's ready, willing and definitely HOUSTON TEA - Rich's resident hunk Colinas Pageantat Buddies II starring ing in the '98 Gay Games. Don't forget to able.... bartender T.R. and his good friend Celeste Martinez. Other performers wear something green, or you might get a The Metro is gearing up for its first Hendryx, manager of Montrose's hottest include Laken Edwards, Jazsmyne Kelli, Team Dallas pinch! On March 28, Chi Chi annual Miss Metro US of A Pageant next new business, copy.com in the Tower Marina Moore, Nikki Lamour, Stuart Larue returns to Village Station with hunky Friday, so if you've got the glamour and Center, [above, I-r] are definitely excited Micheal and special guest Coco. All the Matt Bradshaw in tow for an evening of charm it takes to be a winner, this could about the club's list of upcoming concerts excitement starts at 10 p.m., but get there erotic excitement. All that's great, but be the one for you. Hosted by the lovely that includes comedian Monique Marvez early to stake out a spot to best view all you're probably looking for something to and talented Sophia Mcintosh and Lady PT, this Sunday, March 9 and dance diva Ioi the action. Someone will be crowned Miss do this weekend. it's gonna be a night of gala proportions. Cardwell next Saturday, March 15. In Las Colinas and go home with hundreds of Well, stop by Special guest Paris Frantz, Miss Continental preparation for Klub Kamp's move to dollars in cash and prizes. Start your week- tonight or Saturday USA, will be performing as well. There's Friday nights, Rich's will once again host end off with a strong dose of competition and head straight over $2,500 in cash and prizes to be given the Miss Gay Houston USofA Pageanton and illusion .... for Chris [left). out, so perhaps you should stop in this Friday, March 21. Special guests include Everybody's missed him, but one of the She'll make you Monqay night for Sophia's Talent night and Erica Andrews, Denise Mykels, Lauren favorite Zippers bartenders is finally back. something special brush up on your skills. Head over tonight, Brach and Regina Dane. Everyone get That's right. Billy left us for a skiing vaca- to get you energized loosen up to some funky EastCoast House ready because it's gonna get hot at tion in Colorado a while back, and things for a night on the and get a feel for the energy The Metro has Rich's.... just weren't the same. Now things are back dance floor or a to offer.... Even though nothing can hold a candle to normal, so drop by in the afternoons couple hours up in the Rose Room with Lady Shawn, Kourtney Wells and Sweet to last weekend's Roman Holiday bash, the and hang out with Billy and Stormy and Donna and the gals. Speaking of divas, the Savage knew exactly how to thrill the Midtowne Spa keeps the fire going with a

PAGE 74 TWT MARCH 7· MARCH 13 1991 TWT MARCH 7 . MARCH 13 1997 PAGE 75 hot dance show tonight featuring Michael by Reign XIII's Investiture ceremonies. Reper and Duane Prince at 10 p.m. March Vanna is looking forward to seeing all of 15-17 is a Lucky Charms Weekend with a you there to support her and the new clover treasure hunt and a variety show monarchs .... hosted by Gimme Pilsen-Licher and J.T. A lineup of lovely ladies is waiting for Stone. The Spa's monthly levi and leather you at Heaven. This weekend, the Super party, The Garage, returns on March 22 .... Sunday Show welcomes spectacular The atmospheric special guests Whitney Paigeand Cezanne. engineering talents On Saturday, March 22, journey into of deejay Adrian Candyland with the outrageous Candy J. Viscarra and his The sassysister that brought you "Hateful sidekick Dante Head Helen" and "Sweet Pussy Pauline" Meyer [right, I-r] will be performing her club classics along continue to keep the with her smash hit, "Wham Bam" and crowds coming back I ~ I for more at Pacific Street. Shameless Caged Heat dancers and cheap drinks also add to the club's popularity. Weekends at P.S.start with Friday Foreplay, accelerate with Leather & Flesh Fantasy Night on Saturday and climax on Sunday with Male Overload ..... This Sunday from 6-10 p.m., the BRB hosts Soiree Aubergine's "H.M.S. Queen Mary Cotillion." The organization's fund- more. Backstage at a recent show, we were raising finale features music by Cowboy's able to snap a quick pic of deejay Steve Nightmare and a grand prize drawing for a Underwood with super sexy dancer trip for two to Paris, France. The BRB Brandon [above, I-r]. There's something for continues to be a Houston club scene everyone at Heaven.... landmark with dance lessons every Wanna get rich quick? It's easy at JR's Tuesday,Steak Night on Sunday and happy Silver & Gold Happy Hour Giveaway. hour specials every day of the week .... Every day, Monday through Friday, during Speaking of Soiree Aubergine, tonight's the entire month of March, they'll be your last chance to check out the Treasures giving away a 1997 Silver Eagle collectible of Atlantis silent auction at Gentry, coin at 8 p.m. Every Friday, they'll give featuring over $16,000 worth of art, away five of these coins. On April 1, all services, decorative accessories, March entries will be eligible for the grand memorabilia, parties at Sausalito Seafood prize drawing - a 1997 Gold Eagle pure & Pastaand a trip for two to Cancun, gold coin. Darling because bidding closes at midnight. Gentry duo Carlos Morales is still sizzling with male strip contests and David every Wednesday and Sunday and Boy Toy Maldonado [right, 1- dancers seven nights a week .... r] just love the antics i Tomorrow night, of JR'sown dynamic Imperial Princess duo. That's why Royale XII Vanna they're sure to be at White Lee Love the club on Tuesday, [left, r], with a little March 18 when Kofi and Lindsy Love host help from her the Man of the Month Wet Strip Finals.... friends and her On Saturday, March 29, the Bayou City handy husband Boys Club is hosting Jungle Lust V. This Steve Simpson [I], year's guest deejay will be Julian Marsh will be hosting the Imperial Court's P.R. from New York City. Proceeds benefit the Ball III. A delightful evening of dining and Bering Dental Clinic, Body Positive and the dancing beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Montrose Clinic. Tickets are available at Days Inn, 4640 Main, will be highlighted Basic Brothers, Lobo and Custom Valet lWTMARCH 7 - MARCH 13 1997 PAGE 77 shuffleboard area in Cleaners on Shepherd at San Felipe.... machine is now up and running and more information, call Jeff at (210) Following his super successful third town and cute accepts most major credit cards as well as 225-7330. cowboy bar staffers annual "Night in Black Leather," we ATM cards. The club's free C&W dance AUSTINteaCIOUS - The Forum is like Rogers Hall and focused in on event producer Don Gill lessons every Thursday are very popular becoming a gathering point for folks from Rick Roberts [right, and always packed with students and allover, as evidenced last Sunday when I-r]. At The Barn's party-goers, as are their customer apprecia- sister club, Chances, '" I tion nights the rest of the week. On the FacesBand performs every Saturday, Sunday, March 9, Miss Charanga hosts a while Sheila Lennon hosts karaoke every benefit for the Blue Light Candle Project Wednesday. beginning at 10 p.m. And the latest word SAN ANTONIO TEA - River City from The Annex is that remodeling is well boasts a new nightclub on Main Ave. under way and the projected opening date featuring some of the cutest staff around. is set for April 1. Watch TWT for details .... [above,c] with special guests comedian Tonight, Chance's invites you to "Come Shann Carr [I] and International Mr. As You Are" for a pajama party like no Drummer Kyle Brandon [r]. The evening's other. Slip into your favorite satin jammies, the CRUISE CAMERA got a friendly hello from grand total was $5,900 for the Colt 45's. or whatever, for the Friday night follies fea- Frank from Victoria, Joe, Mike from Fort Congratulations on a job very well done .... turing emcee JessicaWells, Delilah, Lady Lauderdale, Florida and Michael J. [above, Every Saturday, Or's welcomes you to Patand special guest Cruella Divine .... l-r]. The Forum and The Cuff will really Vera's Closet. Formerly known as The Back Mick's Hideaway in "The Yard" on play welcome wagon when it helps host Bar, they're showcasing male strip contests McCullough is just what the doctor The Freedom Dance on Saturday, March with $150 in cash prizes every Saturday We found bartender Kris and managers ordered if you're looking for a cozy spot in 22, part of LGRL'sMarch in March night. Stop by and check it out.... Jesseand Mike [above, l-r] preparing for which to relax and enjoy a chat and cock- weekend against hate crimes. On The New Barn is a country and western the club's huge grand opening celebration iJ.i ""'"" • tails with your Wednesday, March 12, and every dream come true complete with spacious next Thursday, March 13. The celebration, friends. Our CRUISE Wednesday thereafter, The Forum will have dance floor, the "horniest" pool and which runs from 9 p.m.-2 a.m., will CAMERA captured Drag-in-a-Bag shows at 11 p.m. and 12:30 feature fantastic drink specials and an Matthew, Rene and a.m., featuring the inimitable Heather appearance by porn god Karl Thomas. Lee [left, I-r] doing Thomas.... There's always plenty of free, secured just that. You can While many Austin nightclubs offer parking across the street at SAC and their chat with Rene expensive and specialized musical lineups Broadway@Cheever·SanAntonio546 staff of top-notch deejays, including ~...Jl __ n (210) 821-5345 daily for her happy hour drink specials to during the annual South-by-Southwest CncOUi V1~ U[]l©;, Michael Angel and Peter,guarantee some start the party off right.. .. Festival, the ever-unique Blue Flamingo of the hottest sounds in town .... After a two-year hiatus from competi- answers with its own rebel version, South- Tonight, the Alamo City Men's Chorale tion, former Miss Gay Texas USofA Melissa by-So-What. Duchess Laura and gang have presents "Singing For Our Lives" with spe- Crawford returned to the pageant circuit at amassed quite a lineup: On Tuesday, Where cial guest performer Holly Near, who is The Saint and was crowned Miss Texas March 11, it's The Thang, Sap, Yuckmouth profiled in this week's issue. The concert and Texas Philistines; Wednesday the 12th begins at 8 p.m. at Laurie Auditorium and features Dilli, Kiss-Offs, Softs, Junior adults tickets are available at the Laurie box Varsity, Primadonnas and Vidi Vitties; and office. For information on this as well as Thursday the 13th has Powersquid, 10-lnch other exciting ACMC events, call (210) Maria, Glorium, Trail of Dead and Zulu as rent 495-SING .... Kono. The fun continues through Sunday, • but the rest of the lineup will have to wait for next week .... movies. Remarkable Ronny Continental 1997. The winner's circle [right] stands guard photo [above, I-r] also includes Miss over TGRNs "Ride Continental USA Paris Frantz, second run- 'Em Cowboy Chili" in ner-up Kayla Crawford, first runner-up the final moments Erica,Andrews and last year's winner Coco. before the Spring This Sunday, The Saint's super show wel- Chili Cookoff Eagle Mountain Saloon is known for comes special guest Chevelle Brooks, Championships last their friendly staff, and Angel, Philip and while on Sunday, March 16, Hall Express Sunday at Rainbow Jeff [above, I-r] are just three examples of Pageantrypresents "Beauty and The Cattle Company. Call the club's hospitality. EMS is pleased to Beach," the 1997 Miss Gay San Antonio it the heavenly touch announce that their new ATM cash USofA Pageant. For table reservations or or whatever, but top

PAGE 78 TWTMARCH 7 - MARCH 13 1997 iWT MARCH 7 - MARCH 13 1997 PAGE 79 prize wound up going to the Austin Babtist Last-minute entry Christian was the winner Women's "Holier Than Thou Holy Ghost in the Amateur Strip Contest on Feb. 25; Black Bean Chili." The event raised money you can show your skills any Tuesday. for the Pediatric AIDS League. At 11 p.m. We're eagerly awaiting the B.E.A.N. Wednesday, March 12 it's the Miss Austin Awards for bar employees at 8:30 p.m. US of A At-Large 1997 Pageant, emceed by Monday the 17th; entertainment will Stacey Holliday and lame Perry. Don't miss include the Austin Babtist Women and Mike Love's RCC Roundup Party benefiting much more. Every other Monday this the Pediatric AIDS League on Thursday the month is a Blackout Monday, with happy 20th .... hour flashlight parties and dancers from There's not much you won't find at 7-9 p.m., plus $1 schnapps. This Sunday's Midtowne Spa Austin, we're discovering. Showtime features the return of Miss Gay Perry and his people will have male America Lauren Taylor as emcee, and she's dancers at 9 p.m. today (March 7) through joined by Dyan Michaels and Kyra Sunday.[arne Perry hosts a male strip Calloway .... contest at 9 p.m. Mondays. Sun deck, The Capital City Riders Motorcycle Club whirlpool, tanning bed, steam room, dry hosted last Sunday's cookout on the patio sauna, gym, wide-screen TV, movies - at Chain Drive, and they'll be doing it they've got it all!. .. again from 4-9 p.m. this Sunday the 9th; ,,» I Ii h Jim Tennessen when you're hot, you're hot, boys! The next [left], Austin TGRA Full Moon Contest should be Monday, chapter treasurer, March 24 - what a perfect way to cap was among the Lobby Day.... multitalented Happy hour BEGINNING performers playing bartender Michael to a full house in H. lright] at The Edge WEDNESDAY, 'Bout Time's "I Just is a lot of fun - and MARCH 12 Want to Be There" he was so excited to AND EVERY IHUI/'~ show last Saturday. lose his media WEDNESDAY AFTER Wayne Marion was virginity to our host as part of his CRUISECAMERA!This SHOWS AT campaign as a Mr. place always has a 11:00 & 12:30 TGRA 1998 candidate. The event raised lot of surprises for over $800 for Project Transitions. This FEAl1JRING us. There's a tasty Saturday at 4 p.m., Wayne deals blackjack buffet from 6 p.m. HEA'IHER THOMAS to raise more money for charities. And till it's gone every mark March 20-22 on your calendar as a Thursday and Friday.

HAPPY HOUR PRICFS special weekend: There'll be an Easter And Little Debbie I I UNTIL 11:00 Basket Contest and Auction, capped at says everyone better get ready for her $1 FROZEN RITAS 10:30 p.m. Sunday the 22nd during the "Shut Up and Dance '97" party coming $2.25 WELLS Hen House Sho'Down ho'down ..... soon, featuring giveaways of tapes, WITH DAISY, TRIXlE & records, posters and more .... MOMMA A.c.I.-Austin now opens at 7 p.m. daily at 500 Chicon. Great workout and relaxation facility, and for a limited time, they've got coupons for half-price lockers. Just ask dependable Brett about the latest I plans and additions. THE PORUIMI J: 408CONG~'AUsnN 408CONG~'AUsnN We had fun watching the Grammy (512)476-5700 (512)476-2900 Awards at Charlie's Feb. 26 with bar boys Zach, Mike, Steve and Eric [above, l-rl.

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MARCH 7 - MARCH 13 1997 PAGE 83 PAGE 82 TWT MARCH 7 - MARCH 131997 i'Wr Houston. Houston. Walter Joseph Carter, Sr. Midtowne needs men! See the audience applaud wildly as you perform, Walter Joseph Carter, Sr. lost his AMERICAN Hear the show director bark orders, Feel your pulse quicken at a job well done! battle with AIDS on Feb. 25, 1997 MOVERS ...Yes, that means we're lookin' for performers. Celebrating our 13th year Call (713)522-2379, days (and ask for Dave!) at John Sealy Hospital in Gal- Experienced - Trusted - Insured Houston. veston. He was preceded in Sean Carter, Mr. Gay Houston All-American and death by his lifemate, Till Call Frank Mr. Chances, has moved. Come see him at the New Barn Mon.-Fri. 12-7 p.m. Thacker, and his son, Bryan Power hour 12-3. $1.75 well drinks, $1 schnapps. (713)522-1717 "The Home of New Country." Patrick Carter. Walter is sur- vived by his son, Walter, Jr.; PERSONALS ; Houston. Join us in Candyland! his granddaughter, Sara; his National. Older Seeks Younger: Are you young, aggressive and dominant? Do you have smooth or With special guest CANDY J mother, Joyce DeLaVergne; light hair body? Are you considered gifted in the Voice of club classics: The Candy Girls, Hateful and his father, Sanford right spot? Although young, do you consider your Head Helen & More! Featuring the Hit, " Wham Bam " self mature? Do you enjoy quiet nights, country liv- HEAVEN 810 Pacific (713)521-9123 Carter. ing and animals? Older 42 year old business man, Houston. Walter was one of the most 6', 245 Ibs, brown hair and eyes seeks to enjoy Lets save lives together! times with younger guy. Photo and letter a must : colorful characters to hit the Neal, PO. Box 270, Elbert, CO. 80106. (800)650- Workout for Hopes' bar scene in Houston. He was 6969. LIFESAVER PARTY an owner of the Brazos River Texas. Penis-nipple enlargement. Professional vacu- March 28,1997, Good Friday· Entertainment: um pump. Instructions. Gain 1"-3". Permanent, safe, Shawn Welling & Planet Funk Bottom from the early '80s until enhance erection. Free brochure. Dr. Joel Kaplan. Admission: $10 Donation. (312)409-1950. Latest surgical/non-surgical the fall of 1993 when he retired to enlargement information, 1-900-976-PUMP. Rich's 2401 San Jacinto Houston Galveston. During his years at the ($2.95/min.) BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Texas. BRB,Walter was known as one of the GAY ORGY Houston. most generous people in Houston, offer- Listen In or Join In I've got the money $$$ ing not only the facilities of the BRB to char- 1-900-745-2463 If you've got the time $2.50/min. 18+ Incredible income opportunity! itable organizations but through personal financial support of their caus- Texas. She male relationship wanted by 40ish WM. Call now! (713)866-4836 es. As friends would readily tell you, Walter defied description; he was one (903)455-7402. Texas. of a kind and always had an opinion which he was anxious to express. HIV+ Date Line I Although outspoken, Walter Carter had a heart of gold and the gruff exte- $2.99/ minute, 18+ National. rior concealed a great big pussycat full of love for anyone who needed a (900)656-5050 CARIBBEAN ESCAPE Ext. 5896 hug. He was frustrating, funny, opinionated and always ready to help Dallas. Hot skinny Men Wanted. Billy (214)358- Discover the Wonderful Gay Resort on Beautiful St. 2965. Croix. Summer Packages Including Car $625 for I when he was needed. He loved a good drag show and it took little effort Two Persons & $150 of free liquor. Free Brochure Dallas. to get him in a dress ...he always said it was for charity! His friends were Coming: Friday, March 28 (800)524-2018. addressed as darlm', sister or honey and all knew his "habit" of chastis- Porn Star Logan Reed Texas. Showtime 12 Midnight ing friends with a kick in the shin. The Brick SEAHORSE INN 4117 Maple Ave. Walter was active in many charities throughout the state, having (214)521-2024 Your Semi-Tropical Island Retreat served three terms as State Treasurer of TGRA and three terms as Dallas. Congratulations, Terry L. Beavers and Paul In the wild dunes of Mustang Island President of the Colt 45s. He was a member of the Board of Directors and Phelps. Pager (214)326-2910 to chain massages. beside the Gulf of Mexico secluded European Charm & Atmosphere Dallas. Treasurer of Montrose Clinic at the time of his death. Walter became an Call the DATELINE that keeps different • Affordable Rates' Kitchens' Cable TV • early supporter of fledgling AIDS charities in the early '80s and was preferences in mind • Private Pool' Trained Pets Welcome' instrumental in helping to create the Colt 45s AIDS Troublefund. He 1-900-484-7070 Ext 2335 Port Aransas, Texas $2.99/min. 18+ Serv-U (619)645-8434. understood the need for financial support of community organizations (512)749-5221 Dallas. and the necessary services they offered to persons who could not get help JOEL REYES Acapulco, Mexico. Large 3 br, 3 bath condominium. Call me please, it's been 10 yrs. I'm in Houston. Bill Fantastic view of the bay. 1 block to beach, 3-minute through established charities. Even though he experienced his own walk to gay bars. Guest welcome. Maid service (713)953-7492. included. Only $125 per day. Call (800) 341-0448. health problems during the last fewyears, Walter still volunteered his ser- Houston. Vicesto the AIDSCoalition of Coastal Texas in Galveston, doing the little The Mailbox Club· MS' San Diego. in the heart of the Heights and Montrose area, KASA KORBET - SAN DIEGO necessary things no one else wanted to do. proud to be a gay-owned and operated Latin dance Walter will be sorely missed by all who knew him and all who benefit- club with no cover ever, ever, ever! And always Rooms, Suites, Continental Breakfast, Spa playing the best Tejano, salsa, meringue and "Where A Guest Is At Home" ed from his life. He is reunited with Till and now both will sleep in eter- Spanish rock! Call us at (713)864-2977 4215 Washington Ave.· Houston (619)291-3962. (800)757-KASA nal peace. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Montrose Clinic in Houston in Walter's name. PAGE 90 TWT MARCH 7 - MARCH 13 1997 A WEEKLY CITY-BY-CITY LISTING OF TWY"S SUPPORTERS AND ADVERTISERS ACROSS TEXAS

TEXAS ORGANIZATIONS Texas Gay Rodeo Association 355·2666 The CuN 406 Congress 476-5700 Ace Social Group 01 Mineral Wells (617)325-0325 ANGLETON ORGANIZATION (AC: 409) The Edge. .213 W. 4Ih 460-6666 Byzantine Calholic Church 01America (210)520-6213 Gull Coast Cenler (HIV case manage.) . .2512 N. Velasco The Forum 406 Congress 476-2900 Siale TGRA Inlo . .. P.0.1601731Auslin ... _.. 849-2311/(713)469-0545 Oilcan HarrYs 211 W. 41h 320-6823 ...... 76716-0173. .. (512)635-5314 ARLINGTON CHURCHES (AC: 817) Rainbow Cattle Co _.. 305 W. 51h SI. 472-5266 THRF AIDS Legal Resoorce Projecl. _ Christian Gays in Fellowship/EC _ P.O. 120611176012 Viclory Grill 1104 E_ Ilih 474-4494 ...... __615 Brazos 1601176701. 1-600-626-6417 _ __ 446-1555 AUSTIN ORGANIZATIONS/HELPLINES (AC: 512) TEXAS GROUPS BASED IN AUSTIN (AC: 512) Lutherans Concerned·Fort Worth/Arlington .. AA Auslin (LM! and Lei Uve) . Am~ Inl'l Mbrs lor UG Concerns ... 637-159611ax 636-9715 . 2600 W. Boyce 924-3966 ...... 2700 W. 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PO. 2395176766 447-6667 .... cia Della Omega, PO. 1021 264-7103 Auslin Lesbian/Gay Polilical Caucus P.O. 622 Texas Freedom Nelwork P.O. 1624176767 Tarranl Coun~ Gay Pride Week Assoc P.O. 3459 ...... 474-0750 ... 322-0545 ...... Fori Worlh, TX 76113 Austin Lalinola Les. & Gay Organ. . . 472-2001 Texas Human Righls Foundation .. 615 Brazos 1601176701 Tarrant County lesbian/Gay Alliance .. ASA Inlormalion Line.. . _ 456-AIDS ...... 479-647311-600-626-6417 .... 3327 Winlhrop, Suile 243176116 .. 763-5544 Auslin Bablisl Women. . .. _.442-6415 TEXAS GROUPS BASED IN DALLAS (AC: 214) UT Gay/Les. Assoc PO. 19346-77 794-5140 Auslin Gay Nudisls P.O. 684101176766-4101 AIDS Maslery PO. 36125175235 . . . 526-LlFE ATHENS ORGANIZATIONS (AC: 903) NAMES Projecl. P.O. 14176767...... 365-3094 Lambda Amaleur Radio Club .... _..... PO. 35343175235 Parenls, Families & Friends 01 Les. & Gays 675-6326 Auslin Radical Faeries. _ _ (voice mail)703-6952 _.. 522-1456 AUSTIN ADULT THEATER (AC: 512) Austin SIOf1eWallChamber 01Commerce. . _707-3794 Lesbian/Gay Democrals 01Texas P.O. 224424 Cinema Wesl. _.. _. 2130 S. Congress 442-5719 Auslin VD Clinic. .. .. 15 Waller _ 469-2070 . 521-5342, e~.229 AUSTIN BUSINESSES (AC: 512) Bisexual Nelwork ... P.O. 8439176713 _ _. 370-9573 Texas Repu~icans lor Equali~ & Privacy . ACI (Allernale Club Incorporaled) 500 Chioon Sound by Desire (women's S&M supporl groop) .. 764-9900 .. _ PO. 191033. _ 520-6655 ... __ .. __ __ .. __ _.472-1443 Capital Ci~ Men's Chorus. . . _... _.. PO. 50082 TEXAS GROUPS BASED IN FORT WORTH (AC: 617) Brown r.s~ibuling Co. (Budweiser) .... 411 Chiconl76702 .477-7464 Texas Gay Velerans. . . _.. _. cia TCLGA ____ .. 476-9353 CARE Free HIV Tesl. .. 1633 E. 2nd ... .473-CARE ...... 3327 Winlhrop, Sune 243176116 .. 763-5544 Gay & Lesbian Yellow Pages, Inc 691-0356 . lax 476-0217 TEXAS GROUP BASED IN SAN ANTONIO (AC: 210) Lealher Chesl. 5041'01iow .. _ _ 476-2261 Cenlex Rainbow Socie~ 01 Deal. . . PO. 2555176768 Texas Gay Rodeo Inlo 735-4106 N6.. . _ 1014-B N_LamarI76703 476-3446 Classic Chassis Car Club. _ P.O. 12553176711 COMPUTER BULLETIN BOARDS (modem) Sial Scripl Pharmacy 3610 Medical Parkway, 1115 Cornerstone (Iesbianlgaylbi. community cenler) . AI Miswll's End (lesbian BBS) 512-442-1565 .. _ 451-7100 ...... 1117 Red River176701 706-1515 Bare FaCis (1IIineslI4.4) 617/264-25511214-673-6164 361h Street Pharmacy. . . _.. 711 391h SI.176705 Couples-Auslin-Texas P.O. 664413176766 The Bear's Den 713-550-9243 ...... 45B-3784 .. 990-0162 DABBS - HIVIAIDS Inlo Service. .214-351-0007 AUSTIN CHURCHES & RELlG, ORGAN, (AC: 512) E.C. WOOCFoundalion P.O. 609176767-0606 Firsl Time (42 lines) 214-231-5250 Affirmalion (Melhodisl). . . .. 451-2329 .... 451-9607 FirSiTime (D/FW Melro) '" _ 214-697-3565 All Sainls Holy Calholic Church cia SI. George's Episc .. From All Walks 01 Lile 452-WALK Gay Malchmaker (chaV20 lines) (Melro)617-355-66oo ..... 4301IH35176722. .260-9151 FronlRunners. _ 473-6334 Inner Ci~ Communi~ (32IinesichaVI4.4) ... 214-350-6656 AIDS Inlerrailh Alliance_ . . . _ 444-0767 Gam~ers (bowling) . .719-4737 Last Call...... 713-523-6366 r.gni~/Auslin P.O. 2666 . .. 467-7906 Gay Fathers 01Auslin.. . 451-5635 Male 2 Male _ 512-369-2467 First Un"arian Church _ _ 452-6168 Gay, Lesbian, Siraighl Teachers Nelwork . P.O. 3603176764 Man's Counlry.. .. . 214-520-6599 Grace Unned MelhodiSi Church _. . 205 E. Monroel78704 _323-2329 The Pa~ (Waoo) __ _ , 617-752-1939 __ .. _ __ .442-5944 Hearl 01Texas Bears P.O. 684391176768 The Pink F~mingo __ 214-559-3994 Integri~ (Episc_) PO_ 4327 . .. 707-3737 San Anlonio Malchmaker 210-224-6966 ... _ .. __ .. __ 445-6164/476-2494(TTY) Helping Hands lor Lne,lnc. . ...476-1210 T~n's Lair (adulls). . .. __ .. __ 214-352-2464 Inlerlailh AIDS Care Teams (InlerACn 472-4934 HIV Denial ProjecliSansing Clinic. . . 479-6833 The Kingdom Seekers (charismal~) __ _ _. 443-5940 HIV Siudy Group 450-1666 ABILENE CHURCHES (AC: 915) LC/ACT-LuUterans Concerned (Da>id Auslin) HIV Wellness CIr.. . . cia SI. George's Epis. Church Covenanl 01 Hope Communi~ Church . .632-4159 .. 4301IH-35176722 467-0068 ...... _.. 142 Grape SI.. .. 677-7654 Uve Oak Unitarian Universalist Church. Inlorme SIDA (inlormaci6n de AIDS en espanol) .472-2001 E'Odus-MCC P.O. 2473179604 672-7922 _ 13276 Research Blvd. #109 219-9006 KO.OP Radio _ P.O. 49340176765 _ 472-1369 ABILENE CLUBS (AC: 915) MCCA . .. 425 Woodward 706-6002 Lesbian/Gay Pride Commission of Austin. JUSIFriends 201 S.141h 672-9316 Mishpachal Am Echad (Jewish) PO. 9591 .... P.O. 402064176704 479-9431 The Rainbo Bar 3334 E. Hwy 60 670-9609 ...... 451-7016 Log Cabin Republicans 01Austin .... PO. 2565176768-2565 ABILENE ORGANIZATIONS (AC: 915) SI. Andrew's Presb~erian Ch ..... 14311 WellS PorV76726 ...... 916-3236 B~ Counlry AIDS Resources 3909 S. 71h SI.179605 ...... 251-0698 Men 01All Colors Togelher...... P.O. 7161178713 ...... , 690-9559 SI. Luke's Uniled Melhodisl Church. _ 1306 W. Lynn ...... 926-2590 ~IDS Holline (M-F, 4-IOp) 667-AIDS ...... 476-6164 Nal. Lealher Assoc .. PO. 49601176765 703-6927 .C.H.D. STD/AIDS Clinic ..... _... _ 317 Pecan SI. Texas Regional AIDS Inlerfailh Nel. (TRAIN) _... 451-0991 Oul Youlh (gay, les. and bi. leens) ... 1117 Red River176701 .... _676-7625 Trinny Uniled Melhodisl Church 600 Easl501h . _ __ 706-1234i1ielpline 477-HELP Am AMARILLO ORGANIZATIONS (AC: 606) . 459-5635 Parents, Families & Friends of les. & Gays . "ilia Lesbian/Gay Alliance ..... _.... PO. 9361179105 AUSTIN CLUBS (AC: 512) ...... _PO. 9151176766. . .302-FLAG Blue Flamingo. . __617 Red River. .469-0014 Peo~e's Communi~ Clinic. . . 476-6924 ~;iA;';':rii~••••••••••• :••.••••••••••• ;i~~~;~'Soul TIme 9601 N.I-35 __ .. 632-5339 Pride HealUt Fesl Club. . . 4605 A Ten Rd. 1 ndle AIDS Supporl OrganlZallOn _372-1050 Chain DrM! __ .. _504 I'Oliow 460-9017 707-9070 "'as AIDS Pr~eCI 711 S. Virginia 371-9110 Charlie's _.. _.. __ ... 1301 Lavaca _. . 474-6461 Prime TImers .''-'- P.O. '14892iiii61'-4892'- : ... : 282-2661

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Friends Associating & Relating. .328-6749 Rainbow Flyers Pilots Assoc. P.O. 190990175219 AIDS Awareness Clinic. Project Transitions, Inc. . . .. P.O. 4826/78765 1-888-0AK LAWN (John Lochner) Comprehensive Care Center .. . 2708 Inwood 2825 E. Rosedale .. 454-8646 Crossroads Markel. . . 3930 Cedar Springs .351-3936 Rainbow Garden Club...... P.O. 226811175222-6811 521-5342, ext 840 David Powell HIV Assessment & Treat. Clinic .. 479-6121 .... 521-8919 Diamond, Susan M., MD .. .. 358-0323 Rainbowlers (lues. at 8:30) .528-5813 AIDS Helpline ... 5~OC;~E Round-Up at the Ranch 11900 FM 812 Eagle Honda (Jack Averitt) . · 5311 Lemmon Ave. .8226 Douglas 1311 890-7943 Gay and Lesbian Community Center.. .. 2701 Reagan SI. Rainbow SkydiVing Club. .357-9880 AIDS Information Line .. " ... '" .. : : 336-006~ · .. Del Valle!7861I . . .243-2608 904-3324 Nelson-Tebedo Community Clinic. . . 4012 Cedar Springs .528-9254 Respect All Youth (gIIIb youth) 521-5342, ext, 288 .. {outside Tarrant Co.) .. t.800.836-0066 Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous. . .. 440-1494 Ewing & Assoc. (insurance) . . . 866-8445 . . . . PO. 190869175219-0869 .528-2336 Gay and Lesbian Parents Coalition International .. Rice Gay & Lesbian Alumni Assoc./OFW Chapter .. AIDS Intertaith Network ...... Soulhern Country ... P.O. 13151178111 .243-1578 Gay & lesbian Yellow Pages, Inc.. . . . 754-0004 Swanson, Jan, D.O.. . . 1244 S. Ridge CI. 1103, Hurst .. P.O. 1540321, Irvingl75015-4031 .259-9862 . 834 S. Monteiair Ave.175208-5856 • • • > • 603 W. MagnOlia Ave., Suite 207 .. 927-2437 Team Austin .. P.O. 161101178116 Lambda Pages .... 3100 Carlisle. .880-7577 . (817)268-4100 Gay & lesbian Switchboard...... 528-0022 (Michael) 942-9537 AIDS Outreach Center.. . 1125 W. Peter Smith .447-6408/450-0230 leather by Boots. 2525 Wycliff, Suite 124 . . 528-3865 Watson,TerryR.,D.O. .3618 Fairmount Gay/lesbian Info. Une (OlCS). . P.O. 191069 Sin Fronteras (radio program) . PO. 190922175219 .. 335-1994 The Tribe. . P.O. 1951178767-1951 .434-3280 Life Benefactors...... 254-1603 ..... 520-7200 .520-8781 .826-8869 Alliance News (lClGA) . . 877-5544 Texas Gay Rodeo Associalion . . ... P.O. 1511178767 Mardi Gras Male Dancers . . 839-3993 DALLAS FITNESS CENTERS (AC: 214) Gay/LesbianYoungAdults .2701 Reagan SI. Stonewall (Narc. Anon.) .5415 Maple, Suite 120175235 Assoc. of GaylLesJBi. Educators. . .. 329-3415 .833-0747 ..... 691-8300 The Club . .2616 Swiss. .821-1990 · 521-5342, ext. 260 Stonewall Dive Club. . . PO. 227031175222 Bridge the Gap, Inc...... (HIVIAIDS testing, educ.) United Court of Austin, Inc P.O. 43255178745 Simple Elegance Florist. .4028 Cedar Springs Midtowne Spa 2509 Pacific 821-8989 Gay Married Men's Support Group. . . .. 558-1696 Stonewall Professional and Business Association. .. 2825 E. Rosedale176105 .... 531-0223 Waterloo Counseling Center 2525 Wallingwood .559-6171 DALLAS ORGANIZATIONS/HELPLINES (AC: 214) Gaymsters Bridge Club. .. P.O. 190858175219-0856 . P.O. 191343175219...... 526-6216 Co-Dependents Anonymous. .517-5847 ..... 8Idg.15, Suite 1500178746 329-9922 Stat Script Pharmacies.. 1-800-829-3044 ACT-UP/Dallas...... 521-5342, ext. 224 .526-8376 Suicide & Crisis Center . . 828-1000 Couples w/gay or bisexual partner ... 338-4551 BASTROP ORGANIZATION (AC: 512) .3818 Cedar Springs 1106. 522-4006 Addicare Alcohol & Drug Crisis Line...... 824-6503 GlAAD/Dalias. PO. 190869175219-0869 Texas Gay Rodeo Association. P.O. 191168175219-8168 Cowtown Leathermen . .536-8051 Rural AIDS Servo Pro.. 1002 Chestnut .. 303-1403 ... 8226 Douglas 1331 . 373-3494 African·American HIV/AIDS Support Group .941-7696 .. 521-5342, e~.260 . .526-1115 Crisis/Suicide Intervention (24-hr. help). . . . 927-5544 BEAUMONT CHURCHES (AC: 409) Ultra Limousine ..... 320-3331/537-7204 African-American Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Coalition. HIV Anon. Testing & Counseling. .. . 920-7916 Team Dallas. . P.O. 190869175219-0869 Diversity 689-7925 Rainbow Christian Church...... 2271 Hazel, #5 Union Jack 3920 Cedar Springs. . .. 528-9600 · .. 521-5342, e~. 828 HIV Testing (AIDS Resource Center) 528-2336 . 521-5342, e~.800 Family Violence Counseling . 282-2211 ... 833-2501 Zebra Printing & Graphics...... 4054 McKinney, #103 AIDS ARMS .. 4300 MacArthur 1160, lB5 .... 521-5191 HIV Testing & Counseling. . .819-1980 Team Dallas AquatICS . {972)579-6340 Fort Worth Formal...... 877-5544 Spindletop Unitarian Church 1575 Spindletop Rd. .599-9264 AIDS CllnidParkland Hospital. Hands to Hearts (social/singles) 699-5763 Texas Fathers for Equal Rights...... P.O. 50052 Fort Worth Gay Pride Week Assoc. . ... PO. 3459176113 ... 77705/0136 .833-6883 DALLAS CHURCHES & RELIG. ORGAN. (AC: 214) . 5201 Harry Hines Blvd. 16B . 590-5632 Housing Opportunities for PWAs (HOPWA) . 819-1828 One Main PI. Stal. .741-4800 Fort Worth Men's Chorus P.O. 101464 BEAUMONT CLUBS (AC: 409) Affirmation (Methodist) . . . . 528-4913 AIDS Funding Association 522-3722 Immunocise(aerobics)...... 522-0650 The Texas Motorcycle Club .. P.O. 9188175209 ..... 731-0122 Copa . . 304 Orleans. . 832-4206 Cathedral of Hope MCC. . . .. 5910 Cedar Springs AIDS Hotline.. . 559/2437/1-800-924-AIDS Imperial Sovereign Royal Court de Dallas .. .. 528-5692 Future Fort Worth-Arlington .5736 Pershing Sundowner 497 Crockett. . 833-3989 .... 351-1901 AIDS Info Line (24 hrs). 1-800-299-2437 .... P.O. 190464175219. . .521-8446 IA.U.S.T. (adolescent children of gays and lesbians) .323-9031 BEAUMONT ORGANIZATIONS (AC: 409) Congregation Beth EI Binah .. · P.O. 191188175219 AIDS Intertaith Network (Oak Cliff). .941-7696 Kyro Proj.lnc. (KYRO News) P.O. 214223 ..... 528-9191 GALlVGay and lesbian Assoc. of TCJC . lambda Group AA .... 6300 College...... 835-1508 ...... 497-1591 AIDS Mastery...... 521-5342, ext. 325 · 526-KYRO (5976) Turtle Creek Chorale .526-3214 . TCJC Student Acl. Bldg. . 828 Harwood Triangle AIDS Network. . .. 2544 Broadwayl77702 Bethany Presbyierian Church. . . 528-4084 AIDS Prevention Project (free and anon.). .905-2190 Lambda Amateur Radio Club . · P.O. 35343175235 Umoja Hermanas (lesbians of color). 943-8750/946-7108 . HursV/6054 . . 788-6644 ..... 832-8338 Communi~ Church of Relig. Science .. 2829 W. NW Hwy AIDS Programs/OlCS 2017 Cedar Springs .522-1458 United Court of the Lone Star Empire. . . P.O. 190865 Gay/lesbian Youth. . .. 338-4551 BROWNSVILLE ORGANIZATION (AC: 210) ... 358-3992 ...... 520-8108 lambda Bowling (men and women) .. {Metro/817)267-9055 522-28231559-2806 Health Depl. sm Info 871-7357 AIDS Information Line 1-800-333-7432 Digni~/Dallas (CathOliC gaysAesbians) .. P.O. 190133175219 AIDS Resource CenterlFHU . .2701 Reagan SI. lambda Car Club .. P.O. 710271175371.. .521-7309 Women's Health Project .. .4012CedarSprings Health Education Learning Project. . 332-7722 BRYAN/COLLEGE STATION RELIGIOUS ORGAN. .521-5342,e~.832 PO. 190869175219-0869 ..... 521-5124 lambda Codependents Anonymous. . . . 520-8108 ...... 521-5131 HIV Anonymous Group. .292-9494 (AC:409) Disciples ot Christ gay~esbian support (GLAD). AIDS Services of DallaS/PWACD . PO. 4338 lambda Meeting/Sex & love Addicts Anon . 241-5442 Women'sSpiritualityGroup .. .5008HomerSt. Imperial Court de Fort Worth/Arlington. . . 654-9114 Rainbow Christians 846-8187 ... P.O. 190181175219 946-2184 .... 941-0523 Lambda Overeaters Anonymous 488-3301 .826-9213 Imperial Privy Council P.O. 365176101 BRYAN/COLLEGE STATION CLUB (AC: 409) First Unitarian Church of Dallas. . 4015 Normandy AIDS Update (ARC newsletter).. . 521-5342, ext 220 lambda Weekly (radio program) .. PO. 35031175235 DENISON CLUB (AC: 903) Institute for Teen AIDS Prevention P.O. 136116n6136 The Club. . .. 308 N. Bryan Ave 823-6767 ...... 528-3990 Alliance for Progress 3102 Oak Lawn, Suite 700 ..... 823-8930 Good Time lounge .. 2520 Hwy 91 N...... 463-9944 .... 237-0230 BRYAN/COLLEGE STATION ORGAN. (AC: 409) Friends Full Gospel.. 5427 Phillip Ave. . ... 821-4332 .520-2205/1-800-520-4AFP lambda AA.. .. 2727 Oak lawn. . 522-6259 DENTON CLUB (AC: 817) lambda AA ..... 1700 8th Ave.176110 . . .. 921-2871 AIDS Services of Brazos Valley ..... 1702-B S. Texas Ave. Gay People in Christian Science . . P.O. 2878 Alliance of Design Professionals. . . .. P.O. 565112 leadership lambda Inc. . . P.O. 190228175219 Bedo's 1215 E. University 566-9910 lambda Alanon 737-7681 · .. Suite 202lBryan . .260·AIDS .522-3086 .526-2085 .... 712-6430 DENTON ORGANIZATIONS (AC: 817) Leadership Luncheon Forum .. 877·5544 Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Aggies . . . 847·0321 Grace Fellowship .. 5029 Lemmon Ave. .528-2811 ARC Client Services 521-5444 A League of Our Own (bowlingIiSteve) . . . 372-5337 AIDS Servicesof Denton .. 381-1501 lesbian/Gay Political Coalition 370-0460 lambda AA. . . . MHMR Coffeehouse Holy Trinity Community Church . 4402 Roseland ARC fax line. .522-4604 leather Knights .... P.O. 190111175219. 521-5342, ext 871 Courage/UNT Student Group. .565-6110 lone Star Bowling league. . . 338-0706 · . (S. Bryan and Sims) 846-3390 .827-5088 Asians & Friends P.O. 9142175209 480-5906 lesbian Book Club. .. 331-5513 Harvest Metropolitan Community Church lone Star Charity Rodeo Assoc...... 336-7927 Parents, Families & Friends of Les. & Gays.. ..694-2617 Honesty (Baptists). · P.O. 190869175219 Asian Gay Males: Dragon Flies PO. 190869175219 lesbian/Gay Political Coalition of Dallas. PO. 227273175222 . 1-35 at Exit 460. .321-2332 longhorn Bowling Assoc. (Tony). . . 283-8295 Planned Parent. (HIV testing/Sm screening) . · 521-5342, e~.233 ...... 521-5342, e~. 852 .. 504-6724 Parents, Families & Friends of Les. & Gays. .387-1491 NAMES Project. . .. 33-NAMES ...... 4001 E.291hII03/Bryan ..... 260·1061 Dallas Center for A Course in Miracles 943-6298 Assoc. for Gay, Lesbian & Bisexual Educators . 824-5924 Lesbian Moms and Gay Dads . . .. 526-5088 EL PASO CLUBS (AC: 915) Over the Hili, Inc. (HIVIAIDS testing center) Speakers Bureau. . .847-0321 SI. Mary, the Holy Theotokos Orthodox Catholic Church. Big D longhorns Square Dance Club .. P.O. 190869175219 Lesbian Resource Center. . . 821-3999 Old Plantation 301 S. Ochoa. .533-6055 .2001 S.FrwyI76104. 922-9955 CARROLLTON CHURCHES & RELIG. ORGAN. . 521-5342, exl.465 · .. 521-5342, ext 272 Lesbian Visionaries. P.O. 190712 521-5342, ext. 844 San Antonio Mining Company .. 800 E. San Antonio Parents, Families & Friends of Les. & Gays .. 498-5607 (AC:214) SI. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church. Bryan's House . . 559-3946 Life Walk ...... 443-WAlK .533-9516 Respect·TCJC NE Campus .281-7860 Cathedral of Light . 2040 N. Denton...... 245-6520 ...... 6525 Inwood Rd. .352-0410 Buddy Project .. 520-8108 Men of All Colors Together P.O. 190611175219 EL PASO ORGANIZATIONS (AC: 915) Ribbons of Hope .763-8168 Seventh·Day Adventist Kinship... .. P.O. 110116175011 Seventh-Day Adventist Kinship .. PO. 38454 CaliOutteen info line. . 520-7433 .. 521-4765 AIDS Info Eng.-543-3574 ... Span.-543-3575 Ryan Avenue AA . .3144 Ryan Ave .... 416-1358 .416-1358 Cheer Dallas. .3027 Routh SI., Suite 200. .922-9229 Log CabiniMetroplex Republicans P.O. 191033 GlBT Communi~ Center.. .910 N. Mesa (rear) Samaritan House. . 2200 Ephriham . .626-9398 COMMERCE ORGANfZATION (AC: 903) Universal Creator's Community Church .690-0883 Classic Chassis Car Club . . .. P.O. 7703175209 .. 520-6655 ... 533-6024 . fax 626-8289 ANGLSJAssociation for the Needs of Gay and Lesbian Stu. White Rock Community Church . Client Services fax line. .521-3859 NAMES Project . P.O. 190869175219 .520·SEWS HIV & STD testing . 222 S. Campbell . . 543-3560 Second Saturday {gay male socials)... .795-1376 at East Texas State Unlv. . 886-5205 ...... 722 Tenison Memorial Rd.. . 320-0043 Codependents Anonymous/lambda 520-8108 Narcotics Anonymous (24 hrs.). . 699-9306 lambda Line (helplinelswitchboardl24 hrs.). .562-GAYS Second Tuesday (lesbian socials). . 795-1376 CORPUS CHRISTI CHURCHES & RELIG. ORGAN. White Rock Friends HIV Support 320-0106 Couples/Metro Dallas.. PO. 803158175380 Nelson-Tebedo Community Clinic ..... 4012 Cedar Springs lambda Services .. P.O. 31321179931-0321 Sex Addicts Anonymous. . . . 461-8801 (AC: 5t2) DALLAS CLUBS (AC: 214) 521-5342, exl.464 ..... 528-2336 MCC EI Paso. . .. 9828 Montana .591-4155 Sexuality Education Center .338·4551 Digni~/Corpus Christi...... 937-2604 Bamboleo's...... 5027Lemmon Ave. . . 520-1124 Crossdressers (TVs) Helpline. .264-7103 Nat. Leather Assoc .. . PO. 7597175209 National Gay & Les. Victim Assist. Hotline (hate crimes) Spiritual AIDS Ministry...... 535-5002 Metropolitan Community Church of Corpus Christi . Buddies II 4025 Maple Ave. . . 526-0887 D/FW Big Man's Club .. .264-2449 . 521-5342,exI.820 .800-259-1536 Survivors of Incest. .335-4330 ...... 1315 Craig S1.178404.. .882-8255 Crews Inn. ..3215 N. Fitzhugh 526-9510 D/FW MAN. (Metro Area Nudists) PO. 612813175261 North Texas Assoc. of Physicians for Human Rights Southwest AIDS Comm .. . 1505 Mescalero Tarrant Coun~ lesbian/Gay Alliance .. 1219 6th Ave.176104 Socie~ of Friends (Quakers) P.O. 3298178463 Dallas Eagle .... 2515 Inwood Rd. 1107 .357-4375 ...... 933-4334 ... 12222 CoitRd.. .233-3100 .772-3366 . 877-5544#ax 877-1626 .... 993-1207 Dallas One. . .. 2615 Oak lawn.. . .. 528-0454 D/FW Young Naturists Club. PO. 802815/75380 Northern Lights Alternatives. .871-1611 ERATH COUNTY ORGANIZATION (AC:817) Tarrant County Tavern Guild. . .877·4419 CORPUS CHRISTI CLUB (AC:512) Hidden Door . 5025 Bowser...... 526-0620 Daire Center (adult day care for PWAs) 522-4365 Oak Lawn Band. . Sammons Center for the Arts AIDS Resources of Rural Texas . IC.M.E.R.F. Drug Treatment Ctr...... 900 Southland Ave. Zodiac.. .. 4125 Gollihar. .853-5080 Hideaway...... 4144 Buena Vista. . 559-2966 Dal. Co. Deaf AIDS Task Force. . . P.O. 835546 .3630 Harry Hines Blvd ... 972-497-1458 PO. I 720IWeathertord 76086 ... 596-3022 TCU Triangle Student Gr.. .921-7160/336-5454/ CORPUS CHRISTI ORGANIZATIONS (AC: 512) Ice Factory. .4117 Maple Ave 521-2024 Richardsoni75083. Oak Lawn Bowling Association. . . .. 871-0809 FORT WORTH BUSINESSES (AC: 817) . 336-1978 ... HIV clinic 534-2273 Coastal 8end AIDS Foundation . . 527 Gordon JR's ...... 3923 Cedar Springs . 380-3808 .516-54421516-5443(1DD) Oak lawn Communi~ Services. . ... P.O. 191069175219 Casa Manana Theatre. .3101 Lancaster Teen Project Hotline. 332-8382 ..... 814-2001 Jugs. .. 3810 Congress. .521-3474 Dallas Bears. · do FHU, PO. 190869 .4300 MacArthur 1200 ... 520-8108 .... 332-CASA Texas AIDS Network (Thomas B.) . .335-1994 Gays Gerting Together PO. 331394178463-1394 Kolors. . 2525 Wycliff 520-2525 75219-0869. Oak lawn Soccer Club . . . 834 S. Montclair Ave.175208 D.J.'s Restauranl. .... 1308 SI. louis. ..927-7321 Texas Gay Rodeo Assoc ... PO. 788176101 ...... 882-6550 The Metro 2204 Elm 742-2101 . {hotline)521-5342, ext. 880 .. 942-9537 Hayes Discount Pharmacy. .426 S. Hendersonl76104 .731-2143 loving Spoenful. . P.O. 3534178404.. . .. 883-7763 Moby DICk. .4011 Cedar Springs. . .520·MOBY Dallas Gay & lesbian Alliance P.O. 190712 Oak Lawn Tennis Assoc .. PO. 224605175222-4605 .. 336-7281 Texas Gay Veterans. 877-5544 The Passage (AIDS care residence) . . . P.O. 1454178403 Round·Up Saloon .. 3912 Cedar Springs. .522-9611 .528-4233 . {972)390·0787 FORT WORTH CHURCHES & RELIG. ORGAN, TVITS Support Group ..... {214)264-7103 ...... 887-7042 Starck. . . . 703 McKinney 922-9677 DIVA (volleyball) . . P.O. 190869175219-0869 OASIS Recovery Program/OlCS . . 4300 MacArthur (AC:817) Women's Singles. . . 249·1622 RSIC Texas Riviera Empire. . . PO. 3882178463 Sue Ellen's. . .3903 Cedar Springs .3BO-3808 .... 521-5342, e~.804 .. 520-8108 Agape MCC 4615 S.E. loop 820 .535-5002 GALVESTON BUSINESS (AC: 409) .937-6557 TMC 3014 Throckmorton. . 380-3808 D,ICDT. (Dal.lnvll. Columbus Day Tm. Bowling Org.) . O.UT. (Over & Under Thir~) .... do Gay & Les, Comm. Ctr. Celebration Community Church . . 1959 Sandy In. Life Benefactors. . . . 744-3200 DALLAS ADULT THEATER (AC: 214) Trestle. .412 S. Haskell .826-9988 ...... -.240-8351 .. PO. 190869175219-0869 .695-1792 GALVESTON CLUBS (AC: 409) Alternatives. 1720 W. Mockingbird. .. 630-7071 Village Station 3911 Cedar Springs 380-3808 Dallas legal Hospice .. 370 W. 7th. . 941-2600 Parents, Families & Friends of Les. & Gays.. .. 348-1704 Fellowship of love. 711 Gambrell SI. .921-5683 Kon-Tki ... 315 23rd (Tremont) . .763-6264 DALLAS ATTORNEYS (AC: 214) Zippers. . . .. 3333 N. Fitzhugh. .526-9519 Dallas NAMES Project. 823-3899 Parents Support Group (PWA) . . . 262-84791248-2721 Hones~ (Baptists) .924-4159 longfellow's. . . . 2405 Postoffice. . . 763-8800 Kowalski, John .. 3210 Oak lawn. . 526-9699 The Zone. 4020 Maple Ave. .. . 520-1366 Dallas Silver Sabres. . .3230 Adbritain DrJ75211 Pegasus SoHball Assoc.. . P.O. 191075 Lutherans Concerned/Fort Worth/Arlington. GALVESTON ORGANIZATIONS (AC: 409) Stewart, Charles L. . . . 3500 Oak lawn 1400 DALLAS COUNSELING (AC: 214) 467-3474 .•. .358-6002 .. 2800 W. Boyce...... 924-3966 AIDS Coalition of Coastal Texas, Inc. . . . . 1419 Tremont .763-AIDS .... 521-3804 8edrick, Dianna M. Ph.D., LP.C.. .223 S. Montclair Ave Dallas Tavern Guild .3300 Reagan StJ75219 Pentamidine Mist Treatments...... 528·2336/521-5124 Speciallnvilation Ministries.. 1520 Hemphill .765-5071 DALLAS BUSINESSES/SERVICES (AC: 214) ...... 75208 ... 948-5557 .521-0638 People Uke Us [PLUS,).. .521-5444 FORT WORTH CLUBS (AC: 817) Galveston Tennis Network (Jerry).. .. . Aardvark, Etc.. . . veterinary services/grooming Legacy Counseling Center . Deaf Action Center. .521-0407 Phil Johnson AIDS Research Library. .521-5124 Corral Club .621 Hemphill.. . .. 335-0196 Gulf Coast Center (HIV case management) .. ..1721 Tremont (23rd). .762-5935 ... 2525 Wycliff, Suite 103. .520-8835 ...... 4054 McKinney, Suite 212175204 .. 520-6308 DIFFA .... 748-8580 Phil Johnson Gay & lesbian Ubrary 528-9254 D.J.'s.. . 1308 SI. louis 927-7321 lambda AA . .. 684-2140/(713)489-1573 Apothecary Shop II . 3434 Swiss Ave.175024 Oak Lawn Community Services...... 4300 MacArthur Easfield lambda Student Alliance . 324-7185 PWA Coalition of Dallas. PO. 4338 . . . 941-0523 MagnOlia Station.. .600 W. Magnolia. .. . 332-0415 ..... 823-4520 .520-8108 Federal Club. .. .. P.O. 191153175219 699-5889 Police Harassment Reporting. . . 528-4233 The 651 Club. . . 651 S. Jennings 332-0745 Silk Stocking Ball ... David Bump, P.O. 5295177554 ... 737-3122 Apothecary Shop 12 Aston Center·UT Med. Ctr. DALLAS DOCTORS (AC: 214) Federal GLOBE of Texas, Inc. . P.O. 50961175250 Posnve-Personsls...... 521-5342, ext. 250 Square Room. .2308 W. 7th SI. . . .. 336-1410 HARLINGEN CLUB (AC: 210) . 5303 Harry Hinee!75235 ..... 688-2422 Bellos, Nicholaos C., M.D.... 8226 Douglas Ave., Suite 311 .264-2800 Presbyterians for Lesbian/Gay Concerns 823-2317 FORT WORTH DOCTORS (AC: 817) Colors ... 703 Ed Carey Dr. . . 440-8663 Chateau Fleur Florist. ..651-7314 . (24 hours).. 890-7943 Firedancers (leatherflevi club). PO. 190869175219-0869 Prime Timers .. P.O. 191101175219.. .504-B866 Swanson, Jan, 0.0...... 1244 S. Ridge Ct. 1103, Hurst HOOD COUNTY ORGANtZATtON (AC: 817) Community Partners. 1415 N. MacArthur Blvd. Coats, Andrew Gordon (chiro.) Food Pantry .. .. 521-3390 Queer Nation/Dallas . P.O. 64091175206 .... 268-4100 .lrvingl75061. . .. {972)254-1603 . 3303 lee Parkway, Suite 350 .... 528-6292 Foundation for Human Understanding .528-0144 .504-B720 FORT WORTH ORGAN./HELPLINES (AC: 817) AIDS Resources of Rural Texas

PAGE 95 PAGE 94 TWT MARCH 7 - MARCH 13 1997 lWT MARCH 7 - MARCH 131997 Rainbow Fishing Club ..... P.O. 66450m266 Prodigal Ministries Community Church (Odessa). Gay & lesbian Community Center 923 E. Mistletoe .861·6181 . P.O. 1720IWeaiherford 76086. ..596·3022 Briar Patch .. 2294 W. Holcombe at Greenbriar .. 665-9678 ...... 523·6381 .. .. " 1500 E. Murphy.. .. . 58IJ.7328 ...... 732·4300 HOUSTON ACCOMMODATIONS lAC: 713) Chances 1100 Westheimer. . 523-7217 Gay & Lesbian Health Professionals 523-4700 Rainbow Ranglers Dance Club .3115 Houston Avefl7009 MINERAL WELLS ORGANIZATIONS lAC: 817) Gay & Lesbian Community Center/Unity Foundation .. The lovett Inn.. . . 501 lovett 522·5224 E/J's.. . .. 2517 Ralph St.. ..527·9071 Gay & lesbian Swilchboard PO. 66469m266·6469 .. .. 880·0670 AIDS Resources of Rural Texas ...... P.0.15857n8212 734·UNITY The Montrose Inn 408 Avondale 520-0206 Gentry.. .. . 2303 Richmond.. .. 520·1861 .529·3211 Rice U. Gay and Lesbian Alumni Assoc. {Rice GALA)...... PO. I 720llieathertord 76086 .... 596·3022 Happy Foundation .... 411 Bonham. . 227-6451 HOUSTON ADULT BOOKSTORES lAC: 713) Heaven Pac ific at Grant. 521-9123 Gay, Lesbian and Straight Teachers Network 529-4571 INeal Tannahill) 526·6718 Ace Social Group. . 325·03251328·1799 Hispanic AIDS Committee 132 W. Grayson Stfl8212 AnerDark News.. .. 1431 WI8th The Hill. 12726 N. Frwy . . .. 873·8810 Gays/lesbians 01 Rice. . 527·8101 Soiree Aubergine...... 524-9304 Friends 01Jesus (Ouakersl , . .. 1404 SE 13th St176067 ...... 224·7330 Big Ci~ News & Video. . . .. 10105 Gull Frwy Incognito. . .. 2524 McKinney. . . . 237·9431 Gay Men's Chorus. .. .. PO. 54IOO4m254·1004 Southeast Texas Legal Clinic. . .. (HIV/lerm. ill. legal clinic) ... .. 325·0325 lambda AA .... 8546 Broadway, Suite 255 .... 824-2027 Gaslight News . 3519 Bellaire Inergy 5750 Chimney Rock 666·7310 Gay Men's Network .. 529·3211 .3400 Montrose, Suite 203177000 .. 523·7852 NACOGDOCHES ORGANIZATION lAC: 409) lesbian Inlo./S.A P.O. 12327. . . . .828·lISA Richmond News & Video 124 hrs.) 4330 Richmond JR's. ...808 Pacilic.. .521·2519 Gay, Lesbian & Bisexual Alliance at U of H . Southern Country Houston . . P.O. 1502177252 EastTexas AIDS Project.. . P.O. 631346 MHMR . .. 402 Austin. . 225·4227 HOUSTON ADULT THEATER lAC: 713) lazy J 312 Tuam . .. 528·9343 .. P.O. 314177204·3650.. .743·5180 ...... 648·9340 ...... 569·8240 testing/569·2021 Metropolitan Health District . . 224-2437 French Quarter.. .3201 Louisiana. . .. 527·0782 The Mailbox. . 4215 Washington Ave 864·2977 Greater Houston Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce . St. Michael's AIDS Support Group. 1801 Sage ODESSA CLUB lAC: 915) NAMES Project 818 E. Grayson 225·4715 HOUSTON APARTMENT COMMUNITIES (AC: 713) Mary's 1022Westheimer. ...527·9669 ...... 1109 Hyde Parkl77oo6 523-7576 ..... 621·4370 Miss Lillie's Nitespot. . . 8401 Andrews Hwy . Parents, Families & Friends of Lesb. & Gays .. Memorial Club.. ...904 Weslcott. .. 864·7312 Montrose Mining Co ... 805 Pacific. . . 529·7488 Grealer Houston Pockel Billiards league IPJ) .863·8482 Sleven's House 522-5757 ...... 366·6799 ... 121 W. Woodlawnl78212 ..... 822·4135 Westbury Square Townhomes 11540 Chimney Rock The New Barn 1100 Westheimer...... 521·9533 Grey Par~.. . P.O. 130773177219 Stone Soup IAFH) . . . 623·6796 PORT ARANSAS ACCOMMODATIONS lAC: 512) Rainbow Garden Club. .. PO. 15292178212 ...... 729·7077 Outpost. 1419 Richmond.. ..520·8446 Gull Coast Transgender Communi~ . . PO. 66643177266 Team Houston ... P.O. 66405177266·6405. . ... 935·1060 Sea Horse Inn. . . . 1423111h St.. .. .749·5221 .733·9086 HOUSTON AnORNEYS lAC: 713) Pacific Street.. . .. 710 Pacific...... 523-0213 .780·4282 Texas Gay Rodeo Association .... P.O. 130585177219·0585 RIO GRANDE VALLEY ORGANIZATIONS River Ci~ Pool league. . . 734·3630 Archer, Danna K. . . 524·1273 OFs 534 Westheimer...... 529·8813 Hate Crimes Hotline...... PO. 66469177266·6469 ...... 777·1444 RIO Grande Valley Gay & les. Bowling ..... (210)971.8894 Ryan White Dental Clinic. .818 E. Graysonl78208 Green, Bill (24 hrs.) . .. .. 266·1004 Rich's 2401 San Jacinto 759·9606 .. 529·9615 Texaslnvilationa\ Bowling Tournament UTlPan Amer. Gay and les. Student Organ .. (210)381.2260 .224·8950 Milledge, Samuell. . .. 465·3385 Ripcord .. 715 Fairview. .. .. 521·2792 Health Dept. AIDS Hotline 794·9020 ...... (Andrea) 447·8133 ... (Tom) 522·9612 SAN ANGELO CLUB lAC: 915) San Anlonio AIDS Foundation. .. 818 E. Graysonl78208 Ritchie & Glass 124 hrs.) . .. 521·9216 Sanla Fe Bar & Patio 804 Pacilic. ..521·2519 Heartsong (women's chorus) .. PO. 980243177098·0243 Texas Riders·Houston.. PO. 66545177266·6545 Silent Partners 1819 S. Harrison 949-9041 .. 225·4715 Simon & Knesek . .. 524·6000 611 Club 611 Hyde Park...... 526·7070 Herpes H.E.l.P. Hotline 917·4910 That's What Friends Are Fori IIOa·6p) (AIDS chari~ event). SAN ANGELO ORGANIZATIONS lAC: 915) San Antonio Equal Rights Polilical Caucus. Walker, Jim 552·1117 vemure-N 2923 S. Main. . . 522·0000 HIV Counseling ..... 701 Richmond .529·0037 .11525 Burdine 1421n7035. .729·7077 lambda AA . 1121 S. Bryanl...... 949·0662 · .... P.O. I 257tn821 2 . . . 828·2723 HOUSTON BUSINESSES/SERVICES (AC: 713) HOUSTON COUNSELING lAC: 713) Houston Area Bears. PO. 66443177226 867·9123 TlC House IHIV·posilive shelter) 902·2231 San Angelo AIDS Foundation. . ... P.O. 62474n6906 San Antonio Gay & Lesbian Youth Panel. . . 732-4300 AdvancelDamron Vacations Carroll, Tony, lMSW·ACP. . 522·3045 Houston Area Teen Coalition of Homosexuals 942-7002 TV-TG·TS Helpline... . 780·4282 ..... 658·3834 San Antonio Gay, lesbian and Bisexual Vets of America...... One Greenway Plaza, Suite 890 .. 888·1023 Edd, Nicholas, Dr., PsyD.. . 493·9984 Houston Black Tie Dinner. . . 523-9611 United States Mission (res. shelter program) .. 810 Branard SAN ANTONIO ACCOMMODATIONS lAC: 210) . P.O. 33397n8265·3397.. .554·9918 Basic Brothers ..... 1232 Westheimer. . 522-1626 Montrose Counseling Center . . . 701 Richmond Houston Gay & Lesbian Parents. . . 284-4939 ...... 942·0355 Elmira Motor Inn. . 1126 E. Elmira. . .. 222·9463 San Antonio Gay and lesbian Switchboard ... 733-7300 Celebration Travel 941·7686 ...... 529·0037 Houslon Gay & lesbian Political Caucus. P.O. 66664n7266 Visiting Nurse Association. . 520·8115 Painted lady...... 620 Broadway 220·1092 . San Anlonio lambda Students Alliance .. PO. 12715178212 creADtive 2219 Richmond.. .526·5190 Ostrin, Olivia, M.Ed., l.PC. .. .493·9984 ...... 521·1000 Wednesday Night Mixers Bowling. . . ITom) 522·9612 SAN ANTONIO BUSINESSES lAC: 210) .... 736·4329 Crossroads Market .. 1111 Weslheimer 942-0147 HOUSTON DOCTORS/DENTISTS lAC: 713) Houston GayfLesbian Pride Week '97 .. Women's Info. and Referral. 528-2121 Encore Videc 8546 Broadway.. . 821·5345 San Antonio Men's Chorus...... 102 Wickes SI. Dramatika 3804 S. Shepherd. . . 528·5457 Fletcher, Richard/chiropractor. . . . 862-3897 P.O. 66071177266·6071 529·6979 Women lor Sobriety IPat). . . 520·1501 Encore Video Too. . 1216 E. Euclid. .472·3004 .... 226·2324 Exposure Prints byTio 619·1968 OnCol Medical Group.. . 961·7100 Houston Lesbian and Gay Community Center .. Women's Cenler . . 528·6798 Gay & lesbian Yellow Pages, Inc.. . .. 308·6636 San Antonio Tavern Guild. . . . P.O. 12712178212 Gay & Lesbian Yellow Pages, Inc 4200 Montrose Blvd. Smilh, Bruce W., D.D.S. . . . 529-4364 . P.O. 2304177252 867-7904 HOUSTON RESTAURANTS lAC: 713) Gunn Inliniti .. 750 NE loop 410 at Broadway .. 824·1272 South Texas Outreach Program lor AIDS/UT Health Sci. Cnt...... 942·0084 HOUSTON FITNESS CENTERS lAC: 713) Houston Metropolitan Billiards League. . 299-8969 Crostini . . 2411 S. Shepherd 524·8558 Gunn Saab .. 750 NE loop 410 at Broadway ... 824·0411 .... 301 S. Frio 1278 270·4621 Jack Roach Ford .... 2727 S.w. Frwy. . . .525·7400 The Club. .. 2205 Fannin. .. . 659·4998 Houston Outdoor Group...... KAMP·OUT House 01 Pies.. .. 3112 Kirby Dr.. .. 528·3816 Our Iravel 15600 San Pedro.. . 496·1776 Texas Gay Rodeo Association.. . P.O. 12651 lealher by Boots. . .. 807 Fairview 526·2668 Midtowne Spa 3100 Fannin 522·2379 Houston Pride Band .. 309 Straford 14.. .524·0218 HUNTSVILLE ORGANIZATION lAC: 409) Shocking Gray.. . .. 1216 E. Euclid. . . 472·2800 ...... 349·8478 leather by Boots .. 715 Fairview/Ripcord. . 526·0444 HOUSTON HEALTH CLUB lAC: 713) Houston Professional Men's Association 866-4079 Planned Parent. IHIV counseling)...... 2405·C Ave. I Zebra'z Igins). . . 1216 E. Euclid. . .472·2800 United States Mission of Tx. (res. shelter program) . Leather Forever. . .. 711 Fairview 526-6940 Filness Exchange 3930 Kirby 1300 524·9932 Houston Tennis Club .. .692·2703 ...... 295·6396 SAN ANTONIO CHURCHES & RELIG. ORGAN. ... 626 E. Quincyn8215 299·1318 lile Benefaclors Janel Cohen . . 800·330·5281 HOUSTON ORGANIZATIONS/HELPLINES lAC: 713) Houson We

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