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Boston Pride is recruiting a Deputy Director

P R E S S R E L E A SE
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Contact:
Linda DeMarco, President
Boston Pride
hr@...

BOSTON PRIDE COMMITTEE LAUNCHES SEARCH FOR FIRST DEPUTY DIRECTOR

Boston, Mass., September 16, 2009 � After almost 40 years of service to the LGBT Community as an all-volunteer 501c(3) non-profit organization, The Boston Pride Committee is setting out to hire its first-ever full time employee to lead the organization into the future. The Board of Directors is seeking resumes to fill their newly instated position of Deputy Director.

�Boston Pride has always been a grassroots organization and will remain so,� explained Linda DeMarco, Boston Pride President. �More than one million people attended Boston Pride activities last year in events organized solely by a group of volunteers in their spare time. As we begin planning now for our 40th anniversary in 2010, hiring a Deputy Director is just the next step in the evolution of the organization.�

Operating since 1970, Boston Pride is an independent, non-profit agency that serves the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) and allied community by working to enhance visibility through a week of events each June and year-round activities designed to promote LGBT awareness, dignity, and understanding.

The public can learn more about Boston Pride by visiting www.bostonpride.org. Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume and salary requirement to hr@.... The deadline for applying is October 15 with interviews taking place in early November.

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J O B D E S C R I P T I O N
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What is the Boston Pride Committee? The Boston Pride Committee serves the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) and ally community. It works to enhance the visibility of Boston�s LGBT community through a week of events each June, in conjunction with year round activities, to promote LGBT awareness, dignity, and understanding.

REPORTS TO: Board of Directors

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Deputy Director (DD) reports directly to the Board of Directors, and is responsible for the daily administration and management of the Boston Pride Committee (BPC). The DD works with and supports the Board of Directors in: visioning and long-term planning; defining priorities; building and enhancing teamwork among Board members and other volunteer Chairs; developing strong and responsible relationships with Boston�s widely diverse lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities; and maintaining BPC�s grassroots orientation.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
- B.S. or equivalent.
- Minimum three years management experience in non-profit sector.
- Minimum three years experience with Boston/New England LGBT community.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with LGBT individuals and organizations across spectrums of race, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender-identity, disability, socio-economic background, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and productively with a volunteer board of directors.
- Strong skills and significant experience in staff supervision and development.
- Significant and measurable experience in sponsorship development and maintenance.
- Significant and measurable experience in contract negotiations.
- Experience managing a budget.

CHARACTERISTICS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong sense of organization and planning, and ability to manage time well.
- Demonstration of leadership, sense of vision, and ability to motivate others.
- Strong interpersonal skills, and a professional demeanor and presentation.
- Strong verbal and written communication and listening skills.
- Integrity and an ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Demonstrated ability to understand, value, and respect the broad range of diversity within the LGBT communities, and to work collaboratively with diverse individuals and groups to ensure Pride programs and events are inclusive and inviting.
- Ability to multi-task and be in control of numerous tasks at any one time.
- Strong computer skills with a proficiency in Microsoft Office products and email clients. Experience with Adobe software products (Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.) a plus.
- Bilingual a plus.
- Must be flexible, and able to work evenings and weekends as needed.
- Strong public relations skills and experience, including crisis management
- Cognizant of, and sensitive to, the political influences that affect Pride.
- Ability to work with government bodies and civil servants.

Position: Fulltime/Flexible/Salaried.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

About Boston Pride

The Boston Pride Committee is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization registered in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Meet the Board of Directors and the Chairs of the Committee:

Keri Aulita - Vice President, Board of Directors
vp@...

Sylvain Bruni - Board of Directors
sbruni@...

Malcolm Carey - Board of Directors
mcarey@...

Linda DeMarco - President, Board of Directors
president@...

Pierce Durkin - Clerk, Board of Directors
clerk@...

Kristie Helms - Board of Directors
khelms@...

Wilfred Labiosa - Board of Directors
wlabiosa@...

Heather Mills - Logistics Chair
logistics@...

Cale Moore - Merchandise Chair
merchandise@...

Cat Sauer - Festival Chair
festival@...

"The Boston Pride Committee, serving the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) and allied community, works to enhance the visibility of Boston's LGBT community through a week of events each June, in conjunction with year-round activities, to promote LGBT awareness, dignity, and understanding."

Web: www.BostonPride.org
Email: info@...
PrideLine: 617-262-9405

Boston Pride and the Boston Pride logo are registered service marks
of the New Boston Pride Committee, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
Please review our Service Mark Policy for more information.

Copyright © 2009 The New Boston Pride Committee, Inc. All rights reserved.

This message was sent from Boston Pride to EntreNousBoston@yahoogroups.com. It was sent from: Boston Pride, 398 Columbus Ave. #285, Boston, MA 02116. You can modify/update your subscription via the link below.

#538

From: TLGuard@...
Date: Tue Sep 29, 2009 10:18 pm
Subject: Twilight Guard Bar Night Oct.10

TLGuard@...

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#539

From: TLGuard@...
Date: Mon Oct 5, 2009 9:58 pm
Subject: Twilight Guard Event Reminder

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#540

From: "Boston Pride" <outreach@...>
Date: Tue Oct 13, 2009 11:04 am
Subject: Boston Pride Newsletter - Vol.4 No.11 - Happy Autumn!

outreach@...

Welcome to our New Chairs
Join in on the fun!
Search is on for first Full-Time Staffer at the BPC
Call for Theme Nominations to begin in November
Pride Meetings
About Boston Pride

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NEWSLETTER - Vol. 4 No. 11
Happy Autumn!

Dear friends,

The mission of this first newsletter for our 2010 Pride Season is simple…to say hello after a long, rainy summer, to let you know that we are back in action gearing up for our 40th Anniversary Pride season, and to encourage you to get involved!

You’ll be seeing much more of us now that we’ve had a few months to rest, recuperate and rejuvenate!

Happy Autumn from the Boston Pride Committee!

In this issue

Welcome to our New Chairs

Three Boston Pride Committee Chairs were elected to leadership positions last week!

Heather Mills will be serving her 2nd year as Logistics Chair. In this role, Heather ensures that all Pride events have everything they need to run smoothly and successfully like tables, tents, radios and toilets!

Cale Moore has been re-elected to the position of Merchandise Chair for his third term. He will be coordinating all our merchandising efforts, during Pride events and beyond!

Sarah Prager comes to the Pride Committee as a newbie but brings with her tons of experience in the non-profit sector. We’re delighted to welcome her to the Volunteer Chair position.

We congratulate Heather, Cale and Sarah and hope you will join us in welcoming them to the Boston Pride Committee.

[more]

Join in on the fun!

Now that you met— albeit so briefly!— three members of our team, don’t you want to join the fun?

The Boston Pride Committee is always looking for new people to join our ranks. And there are so many ways— both big and small— that you can help. Of course, we have Chair positions that need filling including Entertainment, Parade, JP and Stuart Street Block Party and Media but we also can use some volunteer help around the office, making phone calls, and promoting events.

Since we’re about to embark on planning some amazing, spectacular 40th Anniversary Celebrations, now’s the time to get involved! Interested? Come to a meeting and see where the road takes you!

Search is on for first Full-Time Staffer at the BPC

BOSTON PRIDE COMMITTEE LAUNCHES SEARCH FOR FIRST DEPUTY DIRECTOR

After almost 40 years of service to the LGBT Community as an all-volunteer 501c(3) non-profit organization, The Boston Pride Committee is setting out to hire its first-ever full time employee to lead the organization into the future. The Board of Directors is seeking resumes to fill their newly instated position of Deputy Director.

“Boston Pride has always been a grassroots organization and will remain so,” explained Linda DeMarco, Boston Pride President. “More than one million people attended Boston Pride activities last year in events organized solely by a group of volunteers in their spare time. As we begin planning now for our 40th anniversary in 2010, hiring a Deputy Director is just the next step in the evolution of the organization.”

Operating since 1970, Boston Pride is an independent, non-profit agency that serves the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) and allied community by working to enhance visibility through a week of events each June and year-round activities designed to promote LGBT awareness, dignity, and understanding.

The public can learn more by visiting www.bostonpride.org/dd. Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume and salary requirement to hr@.... The deadline for applying is October 15 with interviews taking place in early November.

Call for Theme Nominations to begin in November

In November, Boston Pride will launch it’s Call for Theme Nominations for Pride 2010. During the open nominating period, you will be able to offer suggestions for next year’s theme. Once they’re collected, they will be posted online for everyone in the community to vote on! Selecting the theme for Boston Pride is truly a community event so stay tuned and get ready to submit, submit, submit your ideas!

Pride Meetings

The Boston Pride Committee meets every other Tuesday through December (and every Tuesday beginning in January 2010) at 6:30pm in the Wainwright Bank Community Room, 155 Dartmouth Street in Boston (next to Back Bay T Station). Meetings are open to anyone and we welcome your participation. Visit our website for a listing of upcoming meetings.

About Boston Pride

The Boston Pride Committee is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization registered in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Meet the Board of Directors and the Chairs of the Committee:

Keri Aulita - Vice President, Board of Directors
vp@...

Sylvain Bruni - Board of Directors
sbruni@...

Malcolm Carey - Board of Directors
mcarey@...

Linda DeMarco - President, Board of Directors
president@...

Pierce Durkin - Clerk, Board of Directors
clerk@...

Wilfred Labiosa - Board of Directors
wlabiosa@...

Heather Mills - Logistics Chair
logistics@...

Cale Moore - Merchandise Chair
merchandise@...

Sarah Prager - Volunteer Chair
volunteer@...

Cat Sauer - Festival Chair
festival@...

"The Boston Pride Committee, serving the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) and allied community, works to enhance the visibility of Boston's LGBT community through a week of events each June, in conjunction with year-round activities, to promote LGBT awareness, dignity, and understanding."

Web: www.BostonPride.org
Email: info@...
PrideLine: 617-262-9405

#541

From: "Kevin Prior" <kevinprior@...>
Date: Tue Oct 13, 2009 9:41 am
Subject: REMINDER: COCKTAILS @ EIGHT ~ THIS SATURDAY NIGHT

jungezumvater

www.hartfordeagle.com/donation

Please join us for

Cocktails @ Eight featuring the musical talents of: Al Caruso and Kenneth Lundquist, Jr. and others

Our Annual Fundraiser for the Hartford Gay & Lesbian Health Collective. www.hglhc.org

For those of you that have attended the event in the past....you know what to expect!

For you Manor newbies, let us tell you.....

This event draws a diverse crowd, from Firemen to Policemen, from School Teachers to Students, from Drag Queens to Emperors, from Socialites to the average joe, from Me to YOU!

The evening is full of entertainment, from people watching to the performers. Libations flow freely by our bartenders and Indulgent Noshing is provided by Emily's Catering Group. www.emilyscater.com

Don't miss your opportunity to support a cause that is important to BBK as they continue to give back to the variety of communities we all live in!

Tickets will be available in advance online at:

www.hartfordeagle.com/cocktails

or by snail mail by sending your checks made out to HGLHC and mailing to
Broadview Manor
41 Broadview Street
Bristol, CT 06010

EVEN IF YOU CAN'T COME TO THE EVENT, PLEASE CONSIDER MAKING A DONATION TO THE HEALTH COLLECTIVE BY GOING TO OUR WEBSITE AT:

#542

From: "Kevin Prior" <kevinprior@...>
Date: Mon Oct 19, 2009 10:22 pm
Subject: REMINDER: HARTFORD EAGLE PARTY ~ THIS SATURDAY NIGHT @ CHEZ EST!

jungezumvater

#543

From: asst2msgross@...
Date: Mon Oct 19, 2009 8:07 pm
Subject: Servant's Retreat is coming to Washington D.C

bdsmclassessec

Servants Retreat
Eight years of fortifying great service…
February 19-21, 2010
Washington, D.C



At Retreat, we will explore in depth who we are as submissives,
servants, bottoms, slaves, boys, girls, etc. This retreat will not
provide you with uniform answers- there are no patent answers.  It is
designed to provide you with tools that may allow you to find your
answers while enhancing your service and self.  This is an intensive,
interactive weekend.  This is not a service 101 course of study.  Each
session has worksheets and focuses on a different emotional or
intellectual area of service.  Be prepared to explore yourself.
This weekend was created for people who submit and serve.  It is for
people who are 24/7, who serve a few hours a month, or anywhere in
between.   It is open to all genders and orientations. It is not about
fantasy but the realities of service.

Some of the concepts we explore are:  who we are; submission and self
esteem; our past/present and how that effects our service; maintaining
submission;  training; self-maintenance;  punishment and reward; growth
and much more.

Some comments from past participants:
"Open, honest, probing....  Be prepared to see your world turned inside
out and have some cob webs exposed to the light of day."  K.J.
"It was insightful, scary, deep and very emotional.  The idea and skills
I learned here were remarkable... The hole I felt in my chest is gone!
I now have an action plan..." A. L.
"Very introspective-learned about myself and how I can be better in my
service.  I am still looking for my Dominant (I know he's out there) and
I know now how I do myself service in finding the right Dominant for
me!" K.

To reserve your spot for Servant's Retreat, you will need to prepay.
RSVP early due to extreme group size limitations.  The exact location
will be released to registered attendees only upon registration.
Participation is only $125 per person, which includes meals!

Payment Plans are still available.  Please contact my assistant nic to
set up a payment plan. Asst2msgross@...

Make your plans now as SR is going to fill up fast!
Catherine Gross is a national educator who has taught at New York
University, Black Rose, IMsL, LIL, Leatherfest, Leather University, as
well as given hundreds of classes to smaller groups.  She is the
recipient of Black Rose's Vaughn Keith National Educator Award 2002 and
Pantheon of Leather Southeast Community Service Award 2006. She’s
offering Servant’s Retreat II and you must attend SRI in order to
attend SR II.

Please go to Http://www.BDSMClasses.com for a glance at the schedule,
registration, and fees.  Please click on Servant’s Retreat under
Skillshops on the main menu.

PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY

#544

From: Chaz Antonelli <mc4bbs@...>
Date: Wed Oct 28, 2009 1:56 am
Subject: ECMC's 46th Annual Toys for Tots Benefit - December 5th, 2009 - New York, NY

chazantonelli

Empire City M.C.'s
46th Annual Holiday Party
TOYS FOR TOTS BENEFIT!

Saturday, 5th December, 2009 - 6pm -10pm
Houndstooth Pub - 520 8th Ave, New York, NY

Tickets are $65.00 and include two cocktails, appetizers, full dinner,
dessert and coffee/tea and are available from any ECMC member,
by mail using the form below or online at http://ecmc.eventbrite.com/

PLEASE BRING AN UNWRAPPED TOY SUITABLE FOR A CHILD OR TEENAGER
Your generosity will help support the Leake & Watts Specialized Foster Care Program

Please detach and send the bottom portion along with your check

Name______________________________________________Club Affiliation (if any) ___________________________________

Address ________________________________________________ City________________ State__________ Zip___________

Phone_____________________________________ Email_________________________________________________________

Number of tickets _____ X $65.00 per ticket Total $__________ Please tick here have your tickets held at the door --> [ ]

Make checks payable to Empire City M.C. and mail form and payment to: Wind ECMC Apt 609 10 W. 15th St. NYC, NY 10011

~~~~~ PLEASE ORDER YOUR TICKETS EARLY AS SPACE IS LIMITED ~~~~~

If you have any questions call 212-929-4390 or email ecmc@...

#545

From: "Boston Pride" <webmaster@...>
Date: Sun Nov 1, 2009 11:39 pm
Subject: Boston Pride Announces Call for 40th Anniversary Theme

webmaster@...

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Boston Pride Announces Call for 40th Anniversary Theme

P R E S S R E L E A SE

Contact:
Linda DeMarco, President
Boston Pride
info@...

BOSTON PRIDE ANNOUNCES CALL FOR 40TH ANNIVERSARY THEME

Boston, MA, November 1, 2009 - The Boston Pride Committee is excited to announce the nomination period for the 2010 Pride theme. "This is a special year for us" says Linda DeMarco, President of the Board of Directors for the Committee. "This year will mark our 40th anniversary, and we have a lot to celebrate."

DeMarco goes on to explain that it was 40 years ago that a group from our community gathered on the Boston Common to protest the discrimination they were facing. "The discrimination was literally killing people in our community," DeMarco adds, "and after the Stonewall uprising, Boston's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community responded. Because of this remarkable anniversary, our theme needs to be special."

The Boston Pride Committee first opened the annual theme nomination process to the public when searching for the theme for the 2008 celebration, and the number of submissions has grown exponentially since then. Anyone can nominate a theme by visiting www.bostonpride.org/theme. The nomination period will open November 1st and remain open until November 15th. The Committee will then compile the nominations, and open the voting period to the public on November 22nd. The results will be announced after December 5th.

Questions can be directed to info@... or by calling the Committee's PrideLine at 617-262-9405.

###

About Boston Pride

#546

From: TLGuard@...
Date: Tue Nov 3, 2009 10:20 pm
Subject: Twilight Guard November 14 Bar Night

TLGuard@...

#547

From: TLGuard@...
Date: Mon Nov 9, 2009 10:01 pm
Subject: Twilight Guard Nov 14 Reminder

TLGuard@...

#548

From: TLGuard@...
Date: Mon Nov 30, 2009 11:16 pm
Subject: Twilight Guard Bar Event December 12

TLGuard@...

#549

From: "garyhudson00" <garyhudson00@...>
Date: Thu Dec 10, 2009 5:33 am
Subject: Huge collection of Motorcycle Leather Jackets and Riding Boots

garyhudson00

Wow, i got huge collection of motorcycle leather jackets and ridding boots, Here
you can check http://www.theridinggear.com/Motorcycle-Jackets/c40/index.html

Reply | Messages in this Topic (2)

#550

From: TLGuard@...
Date: Mon Jan 4, 2010 11:16 pm
Subject: Twilight Guard Event January 9

TLGuard@...

#551

From: "Boston Pride" <webmaster@...>
Date: Tue Dec 15, 2009 3:21 pm
Subject: Boston Pride Announces 2010 Theme

webmaster@...

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Boston Pride Announces 2010 Theme

P R E S S R E L E A S E

Contact:
Linda DeMarco, President
Boston Pride
info@...

BOSTON PRIDE ANNOUNCES 2010 THEME:
"RIOTS TO RIGHTS - CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF PROGRESS"
NOMINATIONS FOR PARADE MARSHALS OPEN

Boston, MA, December 15, 2009 - The Boston Pride Committee is pleased to announce that the Theme for Boston Pride 2010, per the community vote on www.bostonpride.org, is: "Riots to Rights - Celebrating 40 Years of Progress".

"Riots to Rights - Celebrating 40 Years of Progress" honors the 1969 Stonewall Riots that commenced the modern Gay Rights movement and commemorates the progress we’ve made as a community’s since those early days of the battle for equal rights. As Boston Pride celebrates its 40th Anniversary, we encourage our community to remember the brave pioneers before us who bravely took to the streets in protest and in anger, but with incredible hope that one day we would overcome the harsh shackles and restraints of hatred, bigotry and discrimination.

And from those early riots, rose rights and freedoms and progress that we slowly see coming to fruition. What this year’s Pride theme does not do, however, is pretend that the struggle is over. We celebrate the progress that has been won thus far, but also recognize that across the globe- from Massachusetts to Moscow, Puerto Rico to Uganda, Taiwan to Sri Lanka, and thousands of lands across the world- we are still not wholly free.

During Pride week, as we remember and reflect on how our journey started, let us all commit to doing our part to ensure that our remaining battles end in victory.

With the 2010 Theme selected, Boston Pride is delighted to open up nominations for Boston Pride Parade Marshals. Nominations forms are available at www.bostonpride.org/marshals.

Questions can be directed to info@... or by calling the Committee's PrideLine at 617-262-9405.

###

About Boston Pride

The Boston Pride Committee is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization registered in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Meet the Board of Directors and the Chairs of the Committee:

Sylvain Bruni - Board of Directors
sbruni@...

Malcolm Carey - Clerk, Board of Directors
clerk@...

Linda DeMarco - President, Board of Directors
president@...

Pierce Durkin - Board of Directors
pdurkin@...

Wilfred Labiosa - Vice-President, Board of Directors
vp@...

Heather Mills - Logistics Chair
logistics@...

Cale Moore - Merchandise Chair
merchandise@...

Frank Pitts - Outreach Chair
outreach@...

Sarah Prager - Volunteer Chair
volunteer@...

Cat Sauer - Festival Chair
festival@...

"The Boston Pride Committee, serving the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) and allied community, works to enhance the visibility of Boston's LGBT community through a week of events each June, in conjunction with year-round activities, to promote LGBT awareness, dignity, and understanding."

Web: www.BostonPride.org
Email: info@...
PrideLine: 617-262-9405

#552

From: asst2msgross@...
Date: Tue Feb 9, 2010 3:31 pm
Subject: Servant's Retreat coming to D.C only 10 days left to register!

bdsmclassessec

Servants Retreat
                                         Nine years of fortifying great
service…
                                                  February 19-21, 2010
                                                    Washington, D.C



      At Retreat, we will explore in depth who we are as submissives,
servants, bottoms, slaves, boys, girls, etc. This retreat will not
provide you with uniform answers- there are no patent answers.  It is
designed to provide you with tools that may allow you to find your
answers while enhancing your service and self.  This is an intensive,
interactive weekend.  This is not a service 101 course of study.  Each
session has worksheets and focuses on a different emotional or
intellectual area of service.  Be prepared to explore yourself.

      This weekend was created for people who submit and serve.  It is
for people who are 24/7, who serve a few hours a month, or anywhere in
between.   It is open to all genders and orientations. It is not about
fantasy but the realities of service.

      Some of the concepts we explore are:  who we are; submission and
self esteem; our past/present and how that effects our service;
maintaining submission;  training; self-maintenance;  punishment and
reward; growth and much more.

      Some comments from past participants:
"Open, honest, probing....  Be prepared to see your world turned inside
out and have some cob webs exposed to the light of day."  K.J.
"It was insightful, scary, deep and very emotional.  The idea and skills
I learned here were remarkable... The hole I felt in my chest is gone!
I now have an action plan..." A. L.
"Very introspective-learned about myself and how I can be better in my
service.  I am still looking for my Dominant (I know he's out there) and
I know now how I do myself service in finding the right Dominant for
me!" K.

      To reserve your spot for Servant's Retreat, you will need to
prepay. RSVP early due to extreme group size limitations.  The exact
location will be released to registered attendees only upon
registration.
Participation is only $125 per person, which includes meals!

     Please contact my assistant nic if you have any questions
Asst2msgross@...
Make your plans now as SR is going to fill up fast!

      Catherine Gross is a national educator who has taught at New York
University, Black Rose, IMsL, LIL, Leatherfest, Leather University, as
well as given hundreds of classes to smaller groups.  She is the
recipient of Black Rose's Vaughn Keith National Educator Award 2002 and
Pantheon of Leather Southeast Community Service Award 2006. She’s
offering Servant’s Retreat II and you must attend SRI in order to
attend SR II.

    Please go to Http://www.BDSMClasses.com for a glance at the schedule,
registration, and fees.  Please click on Servant’s Retreat under
Skillshops on the main menu.

                                            PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY

#553

From: "Boston Pride" <sbruni@...>
Date: Tue Feb 23, 2010 3:09 pm
Subject: Newsletter - Parade and Festival Applications: Online and Ready for you!

sbruni@...

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february 2010
vol.5/no.1

N E W S L E T T E R

PARADE / FESTIVAL
Parade and Festival Applications: Online and Ready for you!
Boston Pride is pleased to announce that the applications for the Parade and Festival are now available on our website. As an incentive to register early, we are offering a 20% discount to participants who sign up before March 1st... [more]

DONATE!

Boston Pride Needs Love, Too!
Now that February is on its way out (and hopefully a beautiful spring, on its way in!) and you’re done doting on your sweetheart (or looking for a one!), why not show some love for Boston Pride? [more]

VOLUNTEER

Join the Team. Join the Fun!
Meet that special someone or give back with the one you love while enjoying special access to the events – Volunteering with Boston Pride will make your Pride Week experience unforgettable. [more]

COMMITTEE

Discover the Pride Committee!
The people behind the organization: discover our Board, our Staff, and our Committee Chairs! [more]

"The Boston Pride Committee, serving the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) and allied community, works to enhance the visibility of Boston's LGBT community through a week of events each June, in conjunction with year-round activities, to promote LGBT awareness, dignity, and understanding."

Web: www.BostonPride.org
Email: info@...
PrideLine: 617-262-9405

Photo Credits: "Boston Pride / Marilyn Humphries / Michal Marcol / FreeDigitalPhotos.net"

Boston Pride and the Boston Pride logo are registered service marks
of the New Boston Pride Committee, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
Please review our Service Mark Policy for more information.

Copyright © 2010 The New Boston Pride Committee, Inc. All rights reserved.

#554

From: Chaz Antonelli <mc4bbs@...>
Date: Fri Feb 26, 2010 4:20 pm
Subject: Chaz' Biker News

chazantonelli

It was like taking a double-dose of Prozac on Wednesday with I uncovered Sabados (my motorcycle), cleaned, washed, polished did some routine maintenance then went out for a ride! I knew the snow was coming -- and it was my last opportunity to do this for a while. Folks on the street when I was stopped at traffic lights smiled and chatted with me freely about how near the spring was! It was glorious.

I'm missing my bike something fierce -- and fierce is a very good word to describe my mood when I don't have access to ride.

In gay bike club news:

The Pocono Warriors are celebrating their anniversary this (snowy) weekend in Philadelphia, PA. Congrats boys! I think they're 32 years old now!
The Long Island Raven's celebrate their 19th anniversary March 19th-20th with their annual RUN and DINNER. Information is at http://www.liravensmc.org/
Empire City has some great rides and events coming up this spring and summer, including our 46th annual free Biker's Picnic and Bike Blessing (which will be the weekend following Memorial Day) -- information is in the club's calendar at http://www.empirecitymc.com/
The Rochester Rams, M.C. have secured their traditional weekend for their 35th Anniversary at their private campground -- it'll be the weekend before Labour Day. Information coming to http://www.rochesterrams.com/ soon.

Biker's rights news:

The Massachusetts Motorcycle Association (a non-gay lobbying group) has won two major battles for all biker's rights:

#1) The Massachusetts Motorcycle Association (MMA) reported to its membership that “Motorcycle Only” checkpoints [like we had in New York in the spring in 2009!] were initiated in the small Town of Sterling, MA last July 15th stopping any and all Motorcycles without probable cause for “safety checks”. These stops resulted in numerous citations issued for a range of violations including non-functioning lights, tire tread depth, helmets and exhaust systems. In October, 15 of those riders stood up for their rights and yours in front of a Magistrate and today, 4 more riders went before a MA District Court Judge and were found “Not Responsible” for all 6 charges. Read more at http://www.massmotorcycle.org/

#2) New Hampshire's "Anti-Motorcycle" bills were successfully defeated: The Massachusetts Motorcycle Association (MMA) was in attendance to represent the Motorcyclists of Massachusetts at the New Hampshire State House on January 28th in opposition to 2 bills – NH HB 1162 and NH HB 1261 which would have respectively required all riders to wear helmets and all motorcycles to have EPA-stamped exhaust systems. Both bills were subsequently voted “Inexpedient to Legislate” (ITL) unanimously by the NH House Transportation Committee, and last week the MMA reported to our members that NH HB 1261 had been successfully defeated. The MMA is pleased to report that the NH House today voted to also defeat NH HB 1162. Read more at http://www.massmotorcycle.org/

(Yeah, these are New England news items, but it affects all riders!)

Biker's education:

- If you were riding this season and came across an accident scene, would you know what to do?

- If you were riding this season and you or someone in your group were in an accident, would you be prepared?

The Massachusetts Motorcycle Association takes Motorcycle Safety very seriously and with the help of Accident Scene Management, Inc (ASMI - http://www.accidentscene.net ), developed the following low-cost classes:

Crash Course for the Motorcyclist
Heartsaver CPR
Advanced Bystander Assistance

I am interested in pursuing the creation of similar classes here in New York City.

There are two instructors (below) in the New York area.

I need to know: Is anyone interested in these potentially life-saving classes? If so, please e-mail me today!! I'm guessing we'll need 10-30 people to hold classes; furthermore, I feel it would be a rewarding activity for bikers in the NYC area us to do during our winter "down time". Please let your mates know about my idea -- I really would like to see this happen!

Colleen

Joe “Stormin” Norman - Assistant Instructor

I work for the NYC Dept. of Transportation. I have been riding motorcycles for over 35 years. I am a co-founder of the Staten Island Bikers Association and co-founder of the Low Riders Motorcycle Club. I belong to ABATE of NY, H.O.G., AMA and am a Rider Coach for the MSF and MANYS. I became interested in teaching this program out of my desire to teach my fellow bikers how to be safe through proper riding skills. My goal is not to attend another friend’s funeral over something that could have been prevented. To schedule a class, contact me at ASMINYC@...

John Colandrea, Paramedic - Lead Instructor

Having been around the fire service since his dad was a fire chief and EMT back in the 70’s John learned early on the importance of “Knowing what to do”. Having been an EMT and Paramedic since the early 90’s, most of what he has encountered was completely preventable. He became a motorcycling instructor to help put himself out of business as a paramedic. His ultimate goal is for you to NEVER use the first aid skills or collision avoidance techniques he teaches, but statistics show that this is not reality. Therefore, we must all become part of the solution. TRAINING is the BEST accessory you can buy for your bike and your life! John and his mother operate Capital Area Motorcycling School, Inc. in Troy, NY which trains nearly 1300 students each year in basic, intermediate and advanced riding. He is an MSF RiderCoach and ScooterCoach, Total Control ARC instructor, EVOC instructor and USCA Curling Instructor. Besides his family, his vices are trackdays and curling. Info and schedules at www.hvcc.edu/rider To schedule as ASMI class, contact John at CAMSTraining@... www.hvcc.edu/rider To schedule as ASMI class, contact John at CAMSTraining@...

In Brotherhood,

Chaz Antonelli.,

Vice President, Empire City Motorcycle Club

My Websites: My Blog ~ Where's Chaz? ~ Chazhome Web Server

#555

From: Chaz Antonelli <mc4bbs@...>
Date: Thu Feb 18, 2010 3:36 pm
Subject: LI Ravens MC 18th Anniversary - Early Registration Discount Ends this Weekend!

chazantonelli

Graphic Design by 7th C Studio,
� Michael Conley

Long Island Ravens M.C.
18th Anniversary Weekend
March 19-21, 2010

Early registration discount ends this weekend

The brothers of the LI Ravens M.C. once again invite their friends and fellow club brothers and sisters and bears to join us as we celebrate our Eighteenth Anniversary. We're finally "Of Age" and looking to stir up some fresh fun and put these raging hormones to good use!

What hasn't changed is our commitment to giving you the best all inclusive run we can deliver.

All Meals Friday through Sunday
Endless Soda, Beer and Bottled Water
Cocktail Parties throughout the weekend
Transportation to Venues
Run Pin
Designated Play Spaces

What are we adding to the mix? Hehehehe....

Fun and Twisted People Events with Awards
Inter-Club contest for bragging rights and more

Sound like your kinda weekend yet?
STILL ONLY $144 Per Person
($154 after 2/19/10)

Or if you'd like to join us just for the Gala Leather Ball?
STILL ONLY $79 Per Person
Once again at the Historic Thatched Cottage in Centerport, NY
Lavish Cocktail Hour and Full Course Dinner
With choice of Prime Rib, Chicken, Filet of Sole, or Artisan Ravioli
And Full Open Bar with High NRG DJ'ed Dancing ALL NIGHT!

PURCHASE YOUR WEEKEND or DINNER TICKET Now
Visit the Ravens' Store
Safe Secure Quick Online processing for tickets, T-shirts,
and More Information.

Should you prefer, mail-in forms are available at:
Weekend Leather Ball

Advertising in our Anniversary Journal

More Journal Information

Holiday Inn, Ronkonkoma

Once Again Our Host Hotel...

Holiday Inn MacArthur Airport
3845 Veterans Memorial Highway, Ronkonkoma NY 11779
Reservations: (631) 585-9500 (Holiday Inn Ronkonkoma Reservations)

Rooms feature Wifi/Highspeed Internet access

Special Room Rate: $99.00 (plus taxes and fees)
Up to 4 people per room (1 King or Double Bed rooms available)

Please make reservations through Hotel and be sure to mention you are with the LI RAVENS group.
Please make reservations before Feb 25, 2009 to be included in our reserved block.

Visit: More hotel information

#556

From: asst2msgross@...
Date: Thu Feb 25, 2010 3:01 am
Subject: Servant's Retreat 2 and Foundations In Mastery coming to NH

bdsmclassessec

Servant’s Retreat II
                                             For the experienced…

                                              August 13-15 2010
                                                Stratham, NH

SRII is an action and results oriented weekend for those who serve.
We’re not investigating how to carry a drink or the latest in serving
trays—we’re going to move forward working with dynamic methodologies
to further your passion, your ability, and your delivery of solid
service.

• Expect inter-connective exercises.
• Expand your personal abilities.
• Explore accessible and integrative philosophies and solutions.
• Energize yourself!

Servant’s Retreat II is open only to those who have taken SR I.
Servant’s Retreat I & II is a progressive learning experience and no
exceptions will be made. Participation is only $125 per person which
includes meals!

                                             Foundations in Mastery
                                        When only excellence will do.

                                                Stratham, NH
                                               May 21–23, 2010
Registration is only $115.00 which includes meals


If D/s and M/s is part of what you do or if you want to know more—this
weekend is for you. Expect more than a discussion.  Expect more than a
glancing pass at the concepts you utilize in your relationships.
We’re going to dig deep to further your understanding, skills, and
ability to command and direct.

Pay plans are available! Please contact nic at
asst2msgross@... to set one up today!
Visit http://www.bdsmclasses.com to learn more about each module
offered.

#557

From: TLGuard@...
Date: Mon Mar 1, 2010 10:54 pm
Subject: Twilight Guard Social Event

TLGuard@...

Reply | Messages in this Topic (2)

#558

From: Chaz Antonelli <mc4bbs@...>
Date: Wed Apr 7, 2010 9:44 pm
Subject: Empire City Motorcycle Club's Annual Biker Weekend!

chazantonelli

Calling all bikers!

Empire City, M.C.'s
Annual Biker's Weekend

Bike Blessing - Friday, June 4th …with a lot of hot bikes (and the guys ain't bad either!)

Meet at Ty's Bar - 114 Christopher St, West Village, NYC
Registration at 7 PM, Bike Blessing begins at 8PM
Open to all Bikers, Buddies & Admirers! If you would like to get your bike blessed/christened, please register for this event!

Biker's Picnic - Saturday, June 5th
Meet-up with your bike at 10 AM at Sweet Life Cafe, 147 Christopher St, we'll lead a guided, formation ride from NYC to our 'secret hideout' in Flemington, NJ where we’ll enjoy our famous BBQ, sunbathing, swimming and brotherhood! Please register for this event if you're planning on attending so we know how much beer/food to get!

Notes: If you are attending both events, please register for both events events.
Only those wishing to get their bike blessed/named/christened need register for the Bike Blessing.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

For more information, or to register for the picnic, please call Mark Wind at 212.929.4390 or contact our Road Captain at road-captain@... or visit www.empirecitymc.com to register online.

#559

From: TLGuard@...
Date: Wed Apr 7, 2010 10:54 pm
Subject: Twilight Guard + Northeast Ursamen April 17 reminder

TLGuard@...

Other Event in April:� NE Pa Leathermen - Electric City Run in Scranton PA,
and Shipmates of Baltimore 36th Anniversary in Baltimore, MD
For more information, you can visit our web site www.thetwilightguard.org

If you have received this message in error, please reply back to this E-mail address, asking to be removed from the mailing list. Your e-mail address will be removed form the requested mailing as soon as your removal message is received. Thank you.

#560

From: TLGuard@...
Date: Mon Mar 29, 2010 10:51 pm
Subject: Twilight Guard + Northeast Ursamen April 17

TLGuard@...

Other Event in April: NE Pa Leathermen - Electric City Run in Scranton PA,
and Shipmates of Baltimore 36th Anniversary in Baltimore, MD
For more information, you can visit our web site www.thetwilightguard.org

If you have received this message in error, please reply back to this E-mail address, asking to be removed from the mailing list. Your e-mail address will be removed form the requested mailing as soon as your removal message is received. Thank you.

#561

From: "Mark" <mark@...>
Date: Tue Apr 13, 2010 12:53 am
Subject: Are you a sexually adventurous man?

fhaolan

Are you a sexually adventurous man? Would you like to explore and enjoy
activities like bondage, spanking and other BDSM activities in a healthy,
respectful, drug-free and alcohol-free environment?

Would you enjoy a relaxing weekend in a beautiful country setting with some
friendly, attractive, fun-loving masculine men?

There's still a few days left to register for Easton Mountain's Kinky
Camp which starts this Friday, April 16.

http://bit.ly/EastonMountainKinkyCamp

This is a unique, one of a kind event designed for fun and learning
for men of all experience levels--designed specifically for men like you.

Thomas Lewis and I, both from Boston, will be leading this weekend,

There is a group of friendly, attractive, and fun men lined up, and we
would be happy for you to join us.

For more information http://bit.ly/EastonMountainKinkyCamp or send an
email to us at Kinky_Camp@...

Mark

P.S. If you can't come this year, it's not too early to mark your calendar and
start setting aside some money so you can attend next year, April 15-17, 2011.

#562

From: "andrewcollins01" <andrewcollins01@...>
Date: Sat Mar 27, 2010 5:27 am
Subject: Huge collection of Motorcycle Leather Jackets and Riding Boots

andrewcollins01

Wow, i got huge collection of motorcycle leather jackets and ridding boots, Here
you can check http://www.theridinggear.com/Motorcycle-Jackets/c40/index.html

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#563

From: Chaz Antonelli <mc4bbs@...>
Date: Wed May 12, 2010 4:16 pm
Subject: Rochester Rams 35th Anniversary Weekend

chazantonelli

The Rochester Rams - Rochester, NY

We have our old Run Date back
August 27-29, 2010
Application Coming soon.

If you registered and did not get a confirmation, please contact the run chair.

We reserve the right to refuse admittance to the Run to anyone.

This will be our second year at our new campsite and we will now be allowing Small Campers & Small Rv's. There is no electrical hookup, or water hook up so keep that in mind.

We will also have a space reserved for quieter camping away from the main area.

This is a small tenting campground perfect for relaxation and fun with other men. We have a Pool, Dining facility, Rec-Hall with a pool table, Fire Pit, Cabin 4, and we will be having a motorcycle ride on Saturday for those who bring their bikes.

If you have any questions or you have registered and did not get a confirmation please email Chip, the run chair.

Our plans include (but are not limited to)

Friday Reception. Get registered, get your campsite set up, and grab a bite to eat. Registration opens at 4:00 pm, dinner starts around 6:00. Grab a beer or a cocktail -- cocktail parties start shortly before opening ceremonies.
Opening Ceremonies. At 9:00, we'll have our official welcome, including the Parade of Colors and administrative announcements.
Friday Night Party
Cabin 4. A special place for the heavy players. Slings, stocks and St. Andrew's crosses are just some of the attractions here. Cabin 4 will be open Friday night, part of Saturday afternoon and Saturday night.
The "I Like Dyke" Bike Hike. Jump on a motorcycle and speed through the countryside, led by Jack.
Formal Dinner. Put on your best leathers, visit with formal cocktails and dine in fine fashion at 6:30 . Our kitchen staff provides fare unrivaled at any leather run.
Saturday Night Party
Closing Ceremonies. Awards, club announcements and a tearful farewell as the run closes.

The terms

Run lasts from 4:00 p.m. on Friday, June 26th to noon on Sunday, June 28th. You will have a reasonable amount of time to pack up and head out Sunday.
The gate to the campsite will be closed Friday night. You will not need to leave the campsite. If you do, special arrangements can be made.
You will not need cash. You'll have food and booze and men available; forget the rest.
You must bring a tent for shelter, Small Campers & Small RV's are welcome.
No drag, no drugs, no dogs.
Run rates: $110 for early registration (until May 18), $125 for late registration (until June 12).
Embroidered T-shirts commemorating the run are available for $14 apiece. Order it by May 18.

About the Run

What is a Rams Run?
The Rams Run is a weekend-long event where leather, fetish and gay brotherhood come together. The Rams Run is held at a secluded, private campground in Upstae NY.

What's there to do at a Rams Run?
There are many things to do, you choose. The Rams will have a schedule of events, including opening ceremonies, several cocktail parties, themed events (varies on the theme of the run), , Cabin 4 (our well-equipped dungeon), a formal leather dinner, awards and closing ceremonies.

What if I don't want to do nuthin'?
The weekend has events which you may choose to participate in. If you so desire, you can take time to just relax and socialize versus participating.

What's included in the weekend?
The Run includes 24-hour beer and beverages. We provide all the meals and even have snacks available after-hours. Of course, you will also enjoy the company of 75 or so other men, and the famous Rams' hospitality.

What are the accommodations?
This is a tentning run. You may bring a small RV or Camper, there are no hookups for water or electricity, so they must me self conatined.

What about emergencies?
Rams are on-call 24/7 for the duration of the event.

What about pets, drag or drugs?
The Rams have a policy of a few things NOT to bring to the run, those are it. You can also leave lovers' quarrels home as well.

Still have more questions?
No problem. Email the run chair, and he'll be happy to help you out.

#564

From: Chaz Antonelli <mc4bbs@...>
Date: Fri May 14, 2010 2:32 am
Subject: Leather Dinner IX

chazantonelli

Leather Dinner IX - Saturday, June 26
(New York Gay Pride Weekend)
Benefiting: The Ali Forney Centre
(providing housing and support for
homeless GLBT youth of New York)

Get your tickets now before they're gone!

Please take note: There is a strict leather dress code (below) which will be enforced at the door. Avoid embarrassment, please respect it! Leather Dinner IX is an opportunity to show off your best leather and enjoy the company of others who share your interest. Be mindful that many of our guests make an extra effort to gear up nicely, so please don't under-dress. Formal leather is strongly encouraged. Full coverage below the waist is mandatory, and you must wear a shirt. See our dinner photos to see what other guests have worn.

Leather Dress Code:

YES! :-)	NO! :-(
Leather jeans	Bare butts
Leather uniforms	Bare chests (more than a harness, please)
Leather riding breeches/jodhpurs	Sneakers of any kind or colour
Leather shirts, long sleeve or short sleeve	Suits unless full leather
Leather chaps with jeans or leather under chaps	Jeans unless worn with chaps or tall boots
Leather kilts	Shorts unless leather
Formal military uniforms	Polo shirts unless Fred Perry, Lonsdale, or leather
Tall boots	Camouflage fatigues
Cloth shirts worn with a leather vest

I hope to see you there! This event is posted on facebook, as it is a benefit, please let people that you know who might be interested know about this great event!

If you can't see the links in this e-mail or it looks "weird", please visit http://leatherdinner.com to read about the event.

Also: Don't forget the "NYC Biker Weekend" is coming up June 4-6th! For details, visit http://EmpireCityMC.com/

#565

From: TLGuard@...
Date: Wed Jun 2, 2010 10:32 pm
Subject: Twilight Guard June !2

TLGuard@...

Other Event in June:� Folsom Street East, June 20, NYC
For more information, you can visit our web site www.thetwilightguard.org

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#566

From: "Boston Pride" <sbruni@...>
Date: Fri Jun 4, 2010 12:29 pm
Subject: Newsletter - Boston Pride Week 2010 Starts Today!

sbruni@...

OFFICIAL BOSTON PRIDE MERCHANDISE

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june 2010
vol.5/no.5

N E W S L E T T E R

PRIDE WEEK 2010
Happy Pride! The 40th Annual Boston Pride Celebration Starts Today!
It's finally here! Boston Pride Week 2010 kicks off today at noon, with the raising of the Rainbow Flag over Boston's City Hall Plaza! Join us to hear a proclamation from Mayor Menino, meet our Grand Marshals, and watch the rainbow flag fly over City Hall![more]

CALENDAR

10 Days of Events!
Boston Pride is a 10-day Celebration- View our calendar of events and enjoy the week ahead! [more]

THEME

Riots to Rights - Celebrating 40 Years of Progress
This year's theme honors the 1969 Stonewall Rebellion and commemorates the progress made since then... [more]

TONIGHT

Guerrilla Queer Bar at the Hard Rock Cafe
Join the gay takeover of the unexpecting straight bar! This event benefits Boston Pride and the week of events, so don't miss it... [more]

WEEK-END

10th Annual Pride Day at Faneuil Hall
Saturday, bright and early at 10 am, come on out for Pride Day at Faneuil Hall, a family-friendly day of entertainment, shopping, and tourism at one of Boston's oldest landmarks. [more]

WEEK-END

Pride Tea-Dance for LGBT Seniors Friends
In the spirit of celebrating the history of the LGBT community, Sunday will be The LGBT Aging Project's Annual Pride Tea-Dance for LGBT Seniors Friends. [more]

NEXT WEEK

2nd Annual King and Queen of Boston Pride Pageant
Hosted by Ms Kris Knievel, the Pageant will see our fabulous, glittery, and gorgeous contestants compete for the titles of King and Queen of Boston Pride 2010! [more]

NEXT WEEK

Boston Pride Idol Finale
Join us at Club Café for our annual talent showcase as Pride Idol contestants sing their hearts out to win. Hosted by Fresh Fruit and Fast Freddy... [more]

NEXT WEEK

Riots to Rights Rally
For the first time in years, we will come together as a community to rally in celebration, remembrance, and reverence of this year's theme. Speakers from the local community and beyond will grace the stage, including Cleve Jones and Stuart Milk. Followed by a screening of the film "Beyond Gay: the Politics of Pride" recently featured at the Museum of Fine Arts LGBT Film Festival. [more]

NEWS

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