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Issue 294 | FEBRUARY 14, 2019
Utah Jazz and Stallions to host ‘Pride Nights’ BY TONY HOBDAY
Utah Jazz Local LGBT organizations have teamed up with the Utah Jazz to celebrate the LGBTQ community. For some this is not a concert, but rather a basketball game (although the term “swish” is often used). Pride Night on February 23 encourages rainbow colors while roping the unbranded Dallas Mavericks. Now, with that being said, it’s highly possible those Texans may rope us into submission. Of course, on our knee (during the National Anthem) we also will be encouraged to eat cotton candy … and maybe Skittles. Anyhoo, the Facebook event page says Utah Pride organizations will be recognized on the court before the game. And
Qmmunity High times to be had at the Bear Summit The Utah Bears group’s Bear Summit is a weekend-long event, March 1–3, 2019, hosted in part by Club Try-Angles that includes skiing, parties, swag, a bear/ cub contest, and more to be announced in the coming weeks. Attendees are required to register and the cost is $35 (not including the ski day). Below is a current list of the summit events. FRIDAY, MARCH 1
5–8pm – Bear Summit Vendor Fair (Registration Pickup) at Club Try-Angles 9:30pm – Meet & Greet at Club Try-Angles SATURDAY, MARCH 2
Ski with Jack – Park City Mountain Resort (Not included in registration). Skiing schedule: Departing the host hotel, the Hotel Hampton Inn & Suites,
tickets also include VIP Early Entry Passes and court-side photo opportunities. Also a Skybox Suite is being hosted, with a number provided for those who want to reserve a seat. Hurry to purchase the remaining tickets at groupmatics.events/event/ utahpride.
Salt Lake Stallions The Salt Lake Stallions are a professional American football team based in Salt Lake City and are charter members of the Alliance of American Football. Set to be coached by Dennis Erickson, 2019 marks the inaugural season. On this special Pride night, Saturday March 30, they will be playing the San Diego Fleet. Grrrr... Use “STALLIONPRIDE” as your code for discounted tickets and a portion of each ticket will go directly back to supporting the LGBTQ community, this is a win-win! And with the Stallions on the field, that’ll be another win! Tickets at http://bit.ly/stallionpride Q
1345 S. Foothill Dr., at 8:15 a.m. Or meet at Park City Mountain Village at 9 a.m. 1pm – (For those not skiing) Mountain West Cider Tour / Tasting included (21+) 7pm – Aprés Aprés Ski meal at Club Try-Angles 8pm – Bear/Cub Contest at Club Try-Angles SUNDAY, MARCH 3
11am Brunch @ Fiddlers Elbow (Not included in registration 21+ only) 2–4pm – Bowling – Olympus Hills Bowling Lanes (Not included in registration) Evening – Farewell Party – Club Try-Angles
UAF Red Carpet Gala: Murder on the Orient Express The Utah AIDS Foundation celebrates its 29th annual Red Carpet Gala. The typically sold-out event brings together hundreds of people who put on their finest black tie attire and watch the Academy
Awards celebration. The theme is ‘Murder on the Orient Express’ or 1930s attire. The extravaganza takes place Feb. 24, 6p.m., at The Grand Hall at The Gateway. As a fundraising gala, the night includes a catered dinner and a silent auction. All of the funds raised stay in Utah to help UAF offer a better quality of life for people living with HIV/ AIDS, and stop new infections through education and targeted outreach. Tickets available at tickettailor.com.
a swim meet Saturday, Feb. 16, 9 am at the Fairmont Aquatic Center, 1044 Sugarmont Dr., in Sugar House, followed by a catered dinner that evening and an after-party at Club Try-Angles. Sunday is spent skiing the slopes of Snowbird resort in Little Cottonwood Canyon, and then relaxing in the hot tubs and spa afterward. For more info, visit ski-n-swim.org.
QUAC Ski-n-Swim
The February charity for Third Friday Bingo is the Rocky Mountain Great Dane Rescue. This is one of the largest bingo nights of the year, as those rescuing great danes are a passionate bunch. Friday, Feb. 15, First Baptist Church, 777 S. 1300 East. Admission: $6 for one card or two for $10. Party Foul Insurance $5. Flamingo Hat of Shame $5. for a contribution of $50 they will give the person of your choosing a drag makeover.
The Queer Utah Aquatic Club’s annual Ski-n-Swim returns Feb. 15–17 for QUAC members, supporters and friends to ski, swim and socialize. The goal is to strengthen the LGBT community by strengthening the relationships among us. Starting the weekend is an opening social Friday, Feb. 15 at the Utah Pride Center, 1380 S. Main St., at 7 pm. Then on to
Third Friday Bingo rescues great danes
