Annual AIDS WALK in St. Pete September 6th
This year marks the 11th Annual AIDS WALK Tampa Bay will be held in the Vinoy Park in St. Petersburg with a goal this year of $150,000. AIDS Service Association of Pinellas, (ASAP) organization serves the Tampa Bay community that have HIV/AIDS.
You can sign up now to walk with a team group or by yourself, donate money for a walker or become a volunteer. The kickoff for registration starts at 8 AM and the 2.5 mile Walk starts at 10 AM. You can also sign up on line at www.ASAPServices.org.
Among other ASAP sponsored events includes MISS ASAP Pageant, World AIDS DAY, Dine Out For Life and the Annual Santa Speedo Run held in GaYBOR District in historic Ybor City in early December.
ASAP, has been serving the area for 26 years, is a not-for profit organization that offers free HIV testing,
prevention education, counseling, support services, and other programs to members of the Tampa Bay Region. Currently ASAP serves over 1000 residents, which includes ASAP’s Pediatric AIDS program that supports over 125 children.
prevention education, counseling, support services, and other programs to members of the Tampa Bay Region. Currently ASAP serves over 1000 residents, which includes ASAP’s Pediatric AIDS program that supports over 125 children.
We congratulate Jay Aller, ASAP Event Coordinator & 2014 St Pete Pride’s Grand Marshall, and
Tampa City Council Gives Praise to GaYBOR and Holiday Spirit
Tampa City Council gave high praise and a Commendation to Florida Entertainment Group owner, D. Stephen Moss and Snow on 7th Holiday celebration coordinator Mathieu Stonach for the annual month long Holiday event held in historic Ybor City and in the GaYBOR District.
This is the 3rd annual holiday festival which includes many family themed events. The lighting of the Ybor City 34′ Christmas Tree in Centro Ybor by Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn kicks off the seasonable events. Also a Snow on 7th Parade including 18 high school bands participating as glittering snow falls from the cascade of Ybor buildings.
Tampa Councilwoman Yolie Capin gave the commendation in the Tampa City Council Chambers. This years holiday night parade will be Saturday, December 13th starting at 7pm.
New Latin LGBT Night Coming Soon!!!
New Same Sex Cake Toppers Arrived at MC FILM
Mark & Carrie Nephieu / Niece of the Week
OK…. Bonnie might be more like a Sister than a niece but we all LOVE her! Co owner of The Crowbar in Ybor City. Famous for Great Music and Fun. Get on her VIP list for the best Happy Hour every Wednesday.
You Can Not Make this Up
One Sunday afternoon we were at Hamburger Mary’s in GaYBOR. This time we were sitting in a different booth. All of a sudden we noticed what looked like the Virgin Mary on the wall. The same day we shot a video and posted it in facebook. This went viral across America and even made the Daily News in the UK. AOL News, local news TV stations and CBS Morning Show too.
The next day Manager Melanie Minyon tried to wipe it away. The Mary at Mary’s didn’t go away. Thousands of people have come to Hamburger Mary’s Tampa to witness the super natural vision that is bright & clear!
Today 3 years later it is still there. Here is the Video…. what do you think?
Caught @ Bradley’s on 7th
Caught @ G.Bar
Caught @ Hamburger Mary’s
Caught @ Steam Fridays
Caught @ The Social
From the MC Film Mail Bag
Metro Wellness Community Centers September Calendar
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September LGBT Programs |
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Check out new upcoming programs & events for LGBT: Impac+ Wednesday, Sept 3 & 10, 5:00-7:00pm Tampa Metro Center A group for HIV+ men to meet and bond while discussing topics important to them in a comfortable environment. Call Jomar at 813-232-3808. LGBT Youth & Faculty Workshop Saturday, Sept 6, 11:30am-1:30pm St. Pete Metro Center A free brunch workshop for LGBTA students and faculty, including information on how to jumpstart your GSA (presented by GLSEN), a Q&A session with LGBT leaders from the community (Equality Florida, ACLU, City Council) and community resources. LGBT Family Picnic Sunday, Sept 7, 11:00am-2:00pm Seminole Park – Kenwood Join us for a picnic for LGBT parents and their children at Kenwood’s Seminole Park, located at the corner of 30th St. and Burlington Ave. BYOP – Bring Your Own Picnic or a dish to share. RSVP to LGBT@metrotampabay.org. MTF Trans* Talk – City Mix Wednesday, Sept 10, 7:00-8:30pm St. Pete Metro Center A group for MTF to meet and discuss everything from relationships, sex, culture and more. Participants receive a $10 gift card. Call Christian at 727-321-3854. Extreme Coupon Class Saturday, Sept 13, 12:00-2:00pm St. Pete Metro Center Learn how to save big by extreme couponing in this one-of-a-kind workshop that teaches you how to werk those coupons! Wild Gala Saturday, Sept 13, 7:00-11:00pm One Progress Plaza – 200 Central Ave., St. Pete Enter the Wild side at Metro’s Wild Gala. One Progress Plaza will be transformed into an enchanted jungle with themed food, an open bar, performance artists, a live & silent auction, and surprises! Get your tickets here. GenderQueer Discussion Group Sunday, Sept 14, 2:00-4:00pm Tampa Metro Center We are the “Q” in LGBTQ. Join local genderqueer, non-binary and gender-questioning individuals in guided discussion and peer support with “Q” issues.
Medicare 101 Workshop Monday, Sept 15, 11:00am-12:30pm St. Pete Metro Center Join us for a workshop that explores the ins and outs of Medicare, how to enroll and get the most out of the program. Presented by SHINE. Boot Camp Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30pm, 6-week class starting Sept 16 St. Pete Metro Center Get in shape in this boot camp led by Daniel Nyiri. Whether you want to lose weight, gain muscle, whatever your fitness goal, Daniel will provide individual and group training throughout the 6-week class. Class is free and donations are appreciated. RSVP to LGBT@metrotampabay.org Free Legal Advice Saturday, Sept 20, 12:00-3:00pm Tampa Metro Center Free consultation with an attorney to discuss your legal matters. For an appointment, reply to this email or call 727-321-3854. Trans Quit Smoking Class Mondays, Sept 22-Oct 27, 5:00-7:00pm St. Pete Metro Center Stop smoking now in this quit-smoking class for the transgender community. Class includes free quit materials like nicotine patches and lozenges. Register by replying to this email. Women’s Potluck & Movie Thursday, Sept 25, 12:00-2:00pm St. Pete Metro Center A movie potluck for lesbian women, where we’ll watch the film “Prayers for Bobby.” Bring a dish to share with the group, and enjoy socializing while watching the film in the comfort of the Metro Center. RSVP to Floss at 727-321-3854. Xtreme Gay Weekend September 26-28 Celebrate Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness weekend with these events: Friday: Georgie’s Alibi, 6pm-9pm Saturday: Ybor City, 10pm-midnight Sunday: Gay St. Pete House – SMART Ride Luau, 12-4pm  |