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Daphne Ferraro Needs our Help.
Dear Potential Sponsor,

I want to thank you for taking the time to read this and for considering sponsoring the Miss Tampa Bay Comedy Queen Pageant. I am extremely excited to welcome back the Comedy Queen Pageant system to the Tampa area for the 3rd year, and hope you are as well.

The Miss Tampa Bay Comedy Queen Pageant is an official preliminary to the Miss Comedy Queen Pageant in Orlando,FL in August, and was awarded the “Preliminary of the Year Award” for the last two years. All of this is made possible by people like you!
The Pageant will be held at The Honey Pot in Ybor City on Sunday, April 14th, at 8:00 PM SHARP. This event will feature some of Central Florida’s finest comedic female impersonators and will provide the audience with hours of light-hearted laughter.

I am writing to you today in order to let you know about the opportunities we have for advertising with The Miss Tampa Bay Comedy Queen Pageant. We will be creating and producing a professionally designed program. The programs will be on all of the tables and chairs at the event and will also be available to general admission attendees at the door.

Please see pricing information below and let me know if you have any additional questions.
Thanks in advance for your consideration and partnership.

Drag Princess- $50 1/4 page interior ad , 2 complimentary tickets, & slide in pre show

Drag Diva $100 1/2 page interior ad, 2 complimentary tickets , slide in the pre show

Queen Bee- $150 full page interior ad, slide in pre show slide, 4 complimentary tickets

Queen of Hearts AKA Crown Sponsor- $350 full page (cover location), 2 slides in pre show (one as a special thank you for sponsoring the crown), mention throughout the night by both hosts (Daphne Ferraro and Addison Taylor) as the official crown sponsor, *VIP Table for 10, mystery snack bags for your table, & permission to display banner at the event.

* VIP indicates preferred seating.

Payment Due by April 4th.
Payments can be made by check to Michael Dixon (memo: Tampa Bay Comedy Queen) 9620 Fredericksberg Rd. Tampa, FL 33635. Credit Card/Paypal Payments can also be made at www.findadragshow.comby clicking on Miss Tampa Comedy Queen Ticket Banner. After clicking on the banner, pull down the drop down to select the proper amount of sponsorship. Make sure to put your companies name in the notes.

Questions: DaphneFerraro@aol.com or 813.326.7484 (Michael Dixon)

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Our Boot Camp starts tomorrow and there are a few more spots available in the class! The class is led by International Male Model Daniel Nyiri, a personal trainer ready to get you in the best shape of your life. Class costs $30 for the full 6 weeks. Register now by replying to this email.

See you there,
Adam Jahr, LGBT Program Manager

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City Mix
citymix
A group for men who love men to meet, socialize and talk about issues important to them. Monthly meetings!

Looking? HMU!
A new program for gay and bisexual men in Tampa.

IMPAC+
A Group for HIV+ men to discuss topics liek making safe sex fun, discrimination when dating, and more.

HMU
A social and peer group for all men to talk about sex and community.

Call 813-232-3808 or email AbbyN@metrotampabay.org for more info.

St. Petersburg Events & Classes
Mondays
Positive Choices
Mondays & Wednesdays
12:00-2:00pm
Substance abuse program for HIV+ adults. Eligibility required.

Young M.I.N.D.S.
Mondays, 1:00-3:00pm
Empowerment program for Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino young adults, 18-24.

Next Generation
Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm
A forum for LGBTQA youth, ages 14-18, to discuss everything from coming out, bullying and dating, play games, watch movies and more. Free dinner.

The Lounge
Mondays, 7:00-8:30pm
Meet other LGBTQA young adults, ages 18-24, in this fun, supportive atmosphere. Weekly events vary. Free refreshments.

Domestic Partner Wealth Management
March 11, 6:00-7:00pm
Understand issues ranging from property rights, asset ownership & titling, adoption & child care, health care, guardianship & disability benefits, executor & trustee decisions and more.

Pregnancy Planning
March 18, 6:00-7:00pm
Learn from female couples who have successfully become mothers how to become pregnant: from planning, to finding a donor, legal and hospital issues and more.

Cooking Class
March 25, 6:00-7:30pm
Learn how to make a meal for under $10. Samples, wine and soda will be provided. $5 suggested donation.

Tuesdays
Mature Men’s Group
Tuesdays, 11:00am-12:00pm
Meet other men, aged 55+, for discussions, friendships and outings.

55+ Brown Bag Lunch
Tuesdays, 12:00-1:30pm
Bring your lunch and engage with other 55+ aged LGBT adults. Chat about current topics & make new friends.

Metro2
Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00pm
Prevention program for substance abuse, relapse, and reduction of HIV and Hepatitis transmission.

 Buddhist Meditation
Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30pm
Develop a clearer mind and calmer soul in this guided meditation series. $10 per class or $60 for 6-week series (book included).

Boot Camp
Tuesdays, March 12 – April1 6
7:00-8:30pm
Get in shape in this 6-week boot camp led by International Male Model Daniel Nyiri. $30 donation for 6-week course.

Wednesdays
Living, Loving, Learning
Wednesdays, 10:00am-12:00pm
Peer-based group for HIV+ women and men. Eligibility required.

Women’s Wednesdays
Wednesdays, 11:00am-12:00pm
Meet other women, aged 55+, for discussions, friendships and outings.

Positive Choices
Mondays & Wednesdays
12:00-2:00pm
Substance abuse program HIV+ adults. Eligibility required.

Trans* Talk
FTM: March 6       MTF: March 13
7:00-8:30pm
Share experiences, explore emotions and express yourself in a discussion and support group for those who identify as transgender.

Book Club
March 20, 5:30-6:30pm
The Metro Book Club meets once a month to discuss thought-provoking literature.

Rakes & Blades
March 27, 6:30-7:30pm
LGBT Gardening Club meets to discuss gardening projects, socialize and more.

To register for a class, email: LGBT@metrotampabay.org

 Thursdays
Senior Fitness
Thursdays, 11:00am-12:00pm
Increase your strength, endurance and flexibility in this fitness class for those aged 55 or better.

Yoga
Thursdays, 6:00-7:00pm
Center yourself at the Metro Center. All experiences levels welcome.

Employment Class
March 21, 2:00-4:00pm
Climb the ladder to success. Resume skills, job searches, interviewing and more. Eligibility required.

Fridays
Wii Games
Fridays, 2:00-4:00pm
Play fun Wii games like Just Dance, Rock Band and Fishing Frenzy. Bring a group or play solo. Win prizes!

Saturdays
Free Legal Advice
March 2 & April 6, 12:00-2:00pm
Stop in for a consultation with a lawyer with your questions regarding: Name change, Domestic partnerships, Estate planning, Wills, Advocacy and more.

Free Financial Advising
March 30, 12:00-1:30pm
Consult with a financial adviser on issues specific to LGBT people.

Sundays
LGBT Sunday Cinema
Sundays, 1:00-3:00pm
Join us for these LGBT-themed movies every Sunday afternoon.

How to Survive a Plague
Sunday, March 24
2:00-4:00pm
Film about the activists who turned AIDS from a death sentence into a manageable condition.

Cyber Center
Open Daily, 9:00am-7:00pm

Exhibit Hall:
History of HIV
Open Daily, 11:00am-7:00pm

FREE HIV Testing
Monday – Wednesday
11:00am-4:00pm
Thursday
11:00am-7:00pm

Tampa Events & Classes
Mondays
Young M.I.N.D.S.
Mondays, 1:00-3:00pm
Empowerment program for Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino young adults, 18-24.

Tuesdays
Mature Men’s Group
Tuesdays, starts March 19
11:00am-12:00pm
Meet other men, aged 55+, for discussions, friendships and outings.

PC3D
Tuesdays, 11:00am-1:00pm
Substance abuse and therapeutic support group for HIV+ adults. Eligibility required.

Living, Loving, Learning
Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00pm
Peer-based group for HIV+ women and men. Eligibility required.

Next Generation
Tuesdays, 5:30-7:00pm
A forum for LGBTQA youth, ages 14-18, to discuss everything from coming out, bullying and dating, play games, watch movies and more. Free dinner.

Domestic Partner Wealth Management
March 12, 6:30-7:30pm
A forum to understand issues ranging from property rights, assest ownership & titling, adoption & child care, health care, guardianship & disability benefits, executor & trustee decisions and more.

Wednesdays
PC3D
Wednesdays, 11:00am-1:00pm
Substance abuse and therapeutic support group for HIV+ adults. Eligibility required.

Metro2
Wednesdays, 1:00-3:00pm
Prevention program for substance abuse, relapse, and reduction of HIV and Hepatitis transmission.

Guided Meditation
Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00pm
An hour of meditation experiences that induce relaxation of the mind and body. Led by Shamanic Practitioner Anna Oliver.

 Gay & Bi Men’s Discussion
Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30pm
A safe space for gay and bisexual men to have discussions, socialize, network, learn and grow.

Women’s Wednesdays
Wednesdays, starts March 20
11:00am-12:00pm
Meet other women, aged 55+, for discussions, friendships and outings.

Quit Smoking Class
Wednesdays, March 6 – April 10
12:30-1:30pm
Learn tips on how to quit smoking and develop your personal quit plan. Gum, pathes and lozenges are provided.

Employment Class
March 20, 2:00-4:00pm
Climb the ladder to success. Resume skills, job searches, interviewing and more. Eligibility required.

GLSEN
March 20, 6:30-8:00pm
Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network meeting. Open to the public.

Thursdays
Relapse Prevention
Thursdays, 11:00am-1:00pm
Substance abuse prevention for HIV+ adults who are 100+ days clean and sober. Eligibility required.

Money Smart
Thursdays, starting March 7
4:00-5:00pm
Learn the basics of banking, saving and managing your accounts.

Young M.I.N.D.S.
Thursdays, 5:00-6:30pm
Empowerment program for Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino young adults, 18-24.

Narcotics Anonymous
Thursdays, 5:45-6:45pm
A discussion and support group for those struggling with narcotics usage.

The Lounge
Thursdays, 7:00-8:30pm
Meet other LGBTQA young adults, ages 18-24, in this fun, supportive atmosphere. Weekly events vary. Free refreshments.

To register for a class, email: LGBT@metrotampabay.org

 Fridays
Wii Games
Fridays, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Play fun Wii games! Bring a group or play solo! Win prizes.

GaYBOR Meeting
Friday, March 8       4:00-5:30pm
GaYBOR District Coalition meeting. Open to the public.

Fourth Friday Film
March 22, 6:00-8:00pm
Tampa Gay and Lesbian International Film Festival presents its monthly free film.

Saturdays
Buddhist Meditation
Saturdays, 10:00am-12:00pm
Develop a clearer mind and calmer soul in this guided meditation series. $10 per class or $60 for 6-week series (book included).

Free Financial Advising
March 30, 2:30-4:00pm
Consult with a financial adviser on issues specific to LGBT people.

Sundays
Trans*Talk
Sundays, March 3 & 17
2:00-4:00pm
Share experiences, explore emotions and express yourself in a discussion and support group free from judgment.

How to Survive a Plague
Sunday, March 31
2:00-4:00pm
Film about the activists who turned AIDS from a death sentence into a manageable condition.

SPECIAL OFFER
Get exclusive tickets to  iconic shows, which you’ll watch in the Tampa Bay Times Forum loft party area with alcohol and food.

ALICIA KEYS
March 24, 7:30pm
Tickets only $125

RIHANNA
April 19, 7:30pm
Tickets only $200

Cyber Center
Open Daily, 9:00am-7:00pm

FREE HIV Testing
Monday – Wednesday
11:00am-4:00pm
Thursday
11:00am-7:00pm
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News from Tampa History Center

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March 2013
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History Adventure Camp
Florida Conversations
TBHC/OLLI Class
Home School History Day
Coming Up:
March. 21
Review and discussion of Calling Yankees to Florida: Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Forgotten Tourist Articles. More information here.
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The first Army Air Corps contingent of 50 arrived at MacDill Field, later MacDill Air Force Base, on

March 11, 1940.

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Carlton Ward Jr. leads Florida Conversations

 

CWJAfter traveling 1,000 miles in 100 days, publishing a book, and opening a new exhibition about the Florida Wildlife Corridor, conservation photographer Carlton Ward Jr. will travel to the History Center for the Florida Conversations Lecture Series, Thursday, March 21 at 6:30 p.m.

 

Ward’s talk, Personal Reflections from a photographer’s Field Notes, will offer insight into his 100-day cross-Florida journey. He’ll also sign copies of his recently-published book Florida Wildlife Corridor Expedition: Everglades to Okefenokee.

 

Florida Conversations is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Tampa Bay History Center at (813) 228-0097 or online.

TBHC/OLLI Class: Characters of Ybor City

 

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V.M. Ybor

Every town has its characters, but Ybor City can boast of some of the most intriguing in Florida’s history. Join Gary Mormino, Richard Gonzmart, Patrick Manteiga and others as they explore some of these personalities-from founders and entrepreneurs to artists and gamblers-and how they helped shape Ybor City and Tampa.

 

When: April 3, 10 and 17,  10 a.m.-noon

Where: TBHC Classroom

Cost: $30 (3 sessions)

Register: Contact USF-OLLI at 813-974-2403 or www.conted.usf.edu/seniors

Home School History Day: Natural Florida
Explore our state’s unique habitats and wildlife, learn about some of the environmental challenges we face, and discover ways we can become more “green.” Children ages 4-17 and parents will enjoy a variety of hands-on activities, nature crafts, games, a gallery tour and take-away educational resources. Pre-registration required.

 

When: March 22, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: TBHC galleries
Who: Homeschooling families with children of all ages
Cost: $6/person, ages 4-adult (members)
$8/person, ages 4-adult (non-members)

Register: Download a registration form here or, contact Julie Matus, Curator of Education, at matus@tampabayhistorycenter.org.
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