FOR MANY, LABOR DAY WEEKEND is the unofficial end of summer, offering one last opportunity to grill out, picnic or catch a fireworks show. But with Atlanta’s Black Gay Pride Celebration taking place Aug. 27-Sept. 1, the holiday weekend also offers some alternative festivities.
“Time to Act” is the theme this year, a nod to the impending presidential election. But politics and activism will be only one aspect of the festivities. In fact, from a candlelight vigil at Tabernacle Baptist Church on Aug. 27 to a Girls in the Night outing to Magic City strip club Aug. 28, revelers will have opportunities for both sin and salvation.
For those more interested in the artistic side of things, there will be an erotic night of poetry, painted models and late-night dancing at SpeakFire on Aug. 29 and an all-female performance of “Walk Like A Man” at the Woodruff Arts Center on Aug. 30. And the “See Us in the Life” film festival will feature independent films and animated features revolving around topics relevant to African-Americans in the gay community.
Other festivities include various workshops and seminars, a health expo, fashion shows and nightly outings to area clubs. And the vendor area will offer clothing, artwork, home décor, and various other goods.
• THE 411: Black Gay Pride Celebration. $20-$85. Aug. 27-Sept. 1. W Atlanta Hotel, 188 14th St. N.E., Midtown. 404-683-1239 .... http://www.atlantablackgaypride.com/
“Time to Act” is the theme this year, a nod to the impending presidential election. But politics and activism will be only one aspect of the festivities. In fact, from a candlelight vigil at Tabernacle Baptist Church on Aug. 27 to a Girls in the Night outing to Magic City strip club Aug. 28, revelers will have opportunities for both sin and salvation.
For those more interested in the artistic side of things, there will be an erotic night of poetry, painted models and late-night dancing at SpeakFire on Aug. 29 and an all-female performance of “Walk Like A Man” at the Woodruff Arts Center on Aug. 30. And the “See Us in the Life” film festival will feature independent films and animated features revolving around topics relevant to African-Americans in the gay community.
Other festivities include various workshops and seminars, a health expo, fashion shows and nightly outings to area clubs. And the vendor area will offer clothing, artwork, home décor, and various other goods.
• THE 411: Black Gay Pride Celebration. $20-$85. Aug. 27-Sept. 1. W Atlanta Hotel, 188 14th St. N.E., Midtown. 404-683-1239 .... http://www.atlantablackgaypride.com/
By JONATHAN WILLIAMS For accessAtlanta August 21, 2008
Posts
1 comment:
Just save your money fellas...
Post a Comment