‘Pumps and Circumstance’ to benefit Youth First Texas
The United Court of the Lone Star Empire will present "Pumps and Circumstance: Graduating with Class," a benefit for Youth First Texas, on Saturday, May 17, beginning at 9 p.m. at Illusions, 4100 Maple Ave.
The show will follow the state memorial service for Empress XXXI Wilhemina Wilson, which begins at 6 p.m.
‘Boots and Briefs’ to benefit TGRA, ASNT at Hidden Door
Mr. TGRA 2008 Wade Earp and Miss TGRA 2008 Trisha Davis will be hosts for the "Boots and Briefs" underwear auction benefiting the Dallas chapter of the Texas Gay Rodeo Association and AIDS Services of North Texas, at 8 p.m. on May 17 at the Hidden Door, 502 Bowser.
The event will feature models from various local organizations and sports clubs, including the Dallas Diablos, Highway Men, Southern Ladies Under Tremendous Stress, Firedancers, TKO, DFW Leatherboys, RRRA and TGRA ..
Leather Knights to present ‘Military Maneuvers’ fundraiser
The Leather Knights of Dallas, with the help of the Dallas Eagle, will stage "Military Maneuvers" 2008 on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 17, beginning at 9 p.m. at Dallas Eagle, 2515 Inwood Road.
The event will benefit the Nelson-Tebedo Health Resource Center, with a focus on raising money to buy new dental clinic equipment This event will include a live USO-style show, a silent auction, boot blacking and military haircuts from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m., raffle tickets, a "Best Military Uniform" contest and a live auction.
Sherman Preservation League to present ‘Greening Your Old House’
Sherman Preservation League’s Old House Club will present "Greening Your Old House," by Catherine Horsey on May 18 at 3 p.m. at the C.S. Roberts House, 915 S. Crockett, in Sherman.
Horsey, a preservationist and consultant, will talk about the ways that old houses can be intrinsically sustainable and advise owners about priorities for retrofitting their houses.
The program is free of charge. For additional information call 903-893-4067 or e-mail information@shermanpreservationleague.org.
Cheer group Dallas Pride seeks new members for events
Dallas Pride, a collegiate-style co-ed cheer/stunt/dance team in Dallas is looking for active men and women 18 years or older with the desire to perform at local cheerleading, fundraising and community events to raise awareness in the fight against AIDS and other incurable diseases.
Previous experience helpful but not required. Nonperforming volunteers are also welcome. For information e-mail Dallas_Pride@ yahoogroups.com.
This article appeared in the Dallas Voice print edition May 16, 2008.