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Showgirls with Commentary by Matthew McGee!

JOIN US AT THE NEW Metro Facilities for this fantastic event!

Dust off your glittery g-strings for a hilarious screening of the 1995 film SHOWGIRLS.  Actor/drag artist and film buff Matthew McGee will be offering hilarious commentary and encouraging audience participation throughout the evening as we raise money for TIGLFF with all the class and style of Nomi Malone in her brand new Versace party dress.

Audience members are encouraged to dress in their raunchiest, leopard print, see-through nighties or glam it up in sequined costumes that would give Cristal Conners a run for her money. McGee’s popular cinema series has sold out numerous venues with screenings of cult classics like FRIGHT NIGHT, CREEPSHOW, NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD and GREMLINS.   Book NOW as seats for these events go very fast.

SHOWGIRLS is an MGM release that tells the classic story of a young woman, Nomi Malone (Elizabeth Berkley), who dreams of being a dancer under the bright lights of the Las Vegas skyline. Catching the glittering eye of Stardust Casino’s showgirl superstar Cristal Conners (Gina Gershon), Nomi sees the opportunity for her desire to become real. But there is only room for one star on the marquee as the battle of the showgirls begins.

Joining you on this romp to Sin City is Tampa Bay’s favorite clown in a gown, The Marvelous Mrs. McGee (3-time Best of the Bay Winner – Best Local Drag Performer)

And in October join us for the new Documentary “You Don’t Nomi”

Paul Verhoeven’s Showgirls (1995) was met by critics and audiences with near universal derision. You Don’t Nomi traces the film’s redemptive journey from notorious flop to cult classic, and maybe even masterpiece.

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LEE BELL NAMED NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR YBOR CITY CHAMBER

Monday, August 5th, 2019

Media Contact:

Travis Horn, Chairman

813-770-4781

travislhorn@gmail.com

 

— Ybor City

The Ybor City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Lee Bell as

the new Executive Director. Mr. Bell started the new position on Monday, August 5, 2019.

Mr. Bell has built a career out of transforming businesses and organizations. He brings a great mix of experience in various

high-level management positions, a track record of success, operational excellence, and an easily discernible passion for supporting and building a vibrant membership organization.

Chamber Chairman, Travis Horn, expressed his pleasure with the pick by saying, “Our Selection Committee chaired by Lynn Kroesen

included the right mix of new & returning members who formulated a process that was thorough and fair. I’m ecstatic that Lee Bell has agreed to join our Chamber and believe he’s the right leader at the right time!”

Most recently, Lee worked as the Executive Director for the Florida

Association for Child Care Management. Previously, Lee served as the President and CEO of the Greater Temple Terrace Chamber of Commerce, serving the northern parts of Tampa Bay and Hillsborough County. Prior to the Chamber, Lee founded and operated a multi-million dollar staffing, recruiting, and human resource business until he sold it. For over twenty years Lee held various leadership posts within Ashland Chemical, a $2.7 billion division of Ashland, Inc. Lee joins us with the unique perspective of a small-business owner who understands the day-to-day challenges of running a business

as well as the knowledge of working diplomatically with governmental and community organizations.

Chairman Horn went on to say, “Lee’s enthusiasm is contagious, and we are proud and excited to introduce him to the community!

For more information on news and events visit Ybor.org or “Like” & follow our Facebook page.

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Date: Wed, May 22, 2019 at 1:08 PM

Subject: Tampa Bay Pride Band and Symphonic Winds move to Hillsborough Community College Ybor Campus

Greetings from the Tampa Bay Pride Band and Tampa Bay Symphonic Winds,

Today we are officially announcing our new home for our rehearsals and concerts during the 2019-2020 performance season.  Our new location is on the campus of Hillsborough Community College-Ybor 2112 N 15th St,, Tampa, FL 33605.  As many of you know this is a return to our roots as we originally formed our band in Ybor City five years ago.  This is a huge step in demonstrating our growth and development as a community band.  Below we have the full year performance calendar for your benefit in planning to attend rehearsal and concerts.

Thank you to all of our past and current members for your continued support.  Register to join at https://www.tampabayprideband.com/registration/

We look forward to seeing you at HCC Ybor beginning this August. 

 Sincerely,

David Triplett-Rosa M.M.E.

Artistic Director and Founder

Tampa Bay Pride Band and Tampa Bay Symphonic Winds

TampaBayPrideBand.com

Office #813-922-5449