Weekend Debauchery

Well... I guess the "season" is in full swing. European and Canadian visitors are around and the temperature has plummeted down (I always say they bring it with them). Also, the Northern friends and dignitaries are making their way down to the sun, fun and surf now and in the next few months.....Alan and Darren, Randee, Douglas, Provincetown Jerry, The Countess.... and maybe some last minute visitors...

First up is the Friday afternoon Pool Side Party at the Tides given by Alan and Darren. They are here escaping from Newport, RI and we always enjoy their company. It should be a hoot. They have The Mrs Astor as an event planner and Geraldine is to perform, along with a DJ and some refreshment. The one thing I'm not sure of is what to wear for a Pool Side Event if the temperature is below 70?

In the evening Twist will be having it's Warsaw Party. It is a night of excess and glamor and shows. I helped the manager in finding some Cuban Bakery cakes that they will serve in all the rooms. The plan is for different flavors, etc.....It is a Marie Antoinette type theme this year. Hmm? Cake, alcohol and dancing could mean a big clean up job on Saturday morning....

Warsaw was located where Jerry's Deli is now on Collins in South Beach. I used to go there with my sister before it was Warsaw and was named: Ovo's at the Warsaw Ballroom. It was when South Beach was still grimy and getting it's Mojo back in the 80's/early 90's. Many memories from both places ..... some will never be disclosed........ well....maybe someday.....

Saturday is the 7th Annual Dachshund Winterfest Festival from 12 noon to 2 PM. It is a fun, free event with a parade, games and activities for the dogs, etc and The Mrs Astor will be the Doxie Fortune Teller this year. (If I am not helping Mr. S with a job that morning, I will be there. )

Sunday, I get a little more dignified. It is the 25th Anniversary of Bishop Frade's ordination as Bishop (He was the Bishop of Honduras before becoming the Bishop of the Diocese of Southeast Florida). The Presiding Bishop, the Rt. Rev. Dr. Katherine Jefferts-Shori, will be in attendance and delivering the sermon. It is at 4:00 PM at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, Miami and is open to the public. The parking will be at the Omni because the parking lot will be used for an outdoor reception.

I guess that's the weekend. Along the way I am still in the middle of planning the Winter Party Festival LGBT Family Picnic (Feb 22, 12 noon to 4 PM @ TY Park)... along with other committee responsibilities.... and Happening #24 for the Diocesan Youth.

Hope you all are keeping warm. Keep praying for the country....Peace.