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A publication OF the Lexington Gay and Lesbian Service OrganiZatlon
Volume 18 Number98
Closet Ball Fairness Fundraising Dinner
. By Jim Dickinson and Cindy Downey

The Imperial Court of Kentucky pres- Co-Chairs
ents one of its most popular annual events,
the Julie Vaughn Memorial Closet Ball on Fairness, Bluegrass Chapter invites
Wednesday, September 24 at Club 141. everyone to their annual fall fundraiser. A
The Ball is named in honor of Empress l of dinner and auction Will be held at
Kentucky, Julie Vaughn. Last year's win- Portofinos, East Main St- on Sunday,
ner, Amaya Masters will be stepping down. Sept. 28, starting with cocktails and silent

Contestants cannot have appeared ina auction at 6330 pm. Tickets are $50-
drag show, talent night, Pageant, or Reservations are strongly recommended
accepted tips for a performance while and can be made by calling 8064114-
dressed in the attire of the opposite sex. A5 a special treat for this year's event,
Contestants are first presented in the attire the Bluegrass Chapter Wi” be auctioning
of their biological gender and are given theoriginalfrontdoorsign from the Bungalow.
one hour to prepare for their performance We know a l°t 0f you have fond memories Of
dressed in the attire of the opposite sex. this well known watering hole, and this
Contestants may have one dressing room item will make a great conversation piece
assistant. for your abode. So be sure to bring your

individuals interested in entering the checkbook and put in a bid- This item was
Closet Ball should contact Empress 22 JD donated to us courtesy Of Allan Barger,
Vaughn. Greg Scott and John Barker Gray. Minimum

opening bid is $175.00. We look fonrvard
King's Jsland ¢rlde \NIQh‘l to seeing you on the 28th.

GLSO is now selling tickets to Pride BIUSZZSpligifnesss:rwgrfrunnflllogorig:tllc:
Night at King’s island which will be Friday, Partner Benefits for city workers
September 26. The cost through us is $37 '
which is less expensive than tickets on line
or at the door. The Gay Lesbian Community Sponsor of the Month
Center of Cincinnati is sponsoring this event
and will financially benifit from the evening. ' °

GLSO will also make a small amount on {/ZVN Unltanan
each ticket so drop by the Pride Center at { % UHIVCI'SEIISt
389 Waller Ave. We’re open from 10 am to ik /

3 pm, Mon through Fri. You can also call \\ I Church

Mon - Sat. to reserve your tickets. 253-

3233. (Volunteers on Sat will not have see page 4-5

access to tickets. _