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Read: "Food, Fun and David" Notes from the Edge by Julie Potter & Caroline Smith Caroline's letting us in on her personal process and growth leading to a new project: "The Reincarnation of Rembrandt" Read: "Positive Thinking & Passion Plus" Teen Talk By Shane Craig Duncan Shane expresses his views and observations on what some can do or say and others can't. Read: "Double Standards" New in Town by Sarah Deragon Tips and tactics from Sarch for Newcomers or anyone looking for a new roommate! Read: "How to Find Your Roommate . . . or Not!" Linda's A-Musings by Linda Gebroe Linda's been grocery shopping and she'll tell you all about it! Don't Miss Reading: "Bagging It" Radar Reading Series by Michelle Tea Moderator Michelle Tea tells us what's coming up in the queer Radar Reading Series from the Hormel Center, San Francisco Public Library. Read: Radar Series April Soaring with the Music Pilot by DJ Gray DJ Gray tells why she's happy that Ladies Night is back and gives an update on music. Read "What's Up with MECCA?" The Rising Tide: Philanthropy & Volunteerism by Jody Cole & Jeff Lewy LGBT Community leader Jeff Lewy is an on-going contributor to our column on philanthropy, introduced by the column's founder Jody Cole.  In his latest article, Jeff tells us his thoughts on how we learn about giving to others and to community. Read Jeff Lewy's "Learning to Give. Science, If You Dare by Hilary Clark, PhD Geneticist Hilary Clark tells us about research on the genetic basis of autoimmune disease and her recent experience speaking about this to an audience of physicians. Read "A Geneticist Speaks to Doctors" Passion for Wine by Vivian Gay Wine lovers will enjoy industry guru Vivien Gay's new column, telling it like it is from her expert perspective. Read: "Memories and Recommendations" Conversations With . . . By Kit Kennedy Kit Kennedy brings us her interview with a remarkable woman. Meet Kendra Bryn Stewardson, homeless advocate, transgender activist and recent recipient of the Jefferson Award. Read "Just Kendra" Man About Town by David Perry David brings us a thoughtful account of how San Francisco's annual Pride Celebration has evolved and changed! Read: "Gay Pride Reflections -2006" GLBT Historically Speaking by Terence Kissack Terence introduces a new column with articles on the storied history of our community. Read "GLBT Historical Society Web Exhibit Presents the History of the Council on Religion and the Homosexual" Cartoons for the Innocent! by Leslie Ewing Leslie launches a new series of cartoon silliness and comment for our community! Weekly Updates from Betty Betty's List occasionally sends an "Update" message about what we've been up to, describing our new features, key events and other important items. Read an example of "Weekly Updates from Betty" Ladies Night Music Spotlight Meet All of Our Spotlight Artists! Our Outdoor Adventures Betty's List Outdoor Adventure Wildlife & Kayaking at Elkhorn Slough Smart Women Business Network Photo Collections Hon. Leslie Katz (r), Catherine Pinkas and 2223's Melinda Randolph with Betty at the Smart Women Get Together Our Book Club Rocks! Read the Story in Photos of Our Betty's List Book Club Photos & Info from the First Year Meet the Fabulous Guest Authors!   Our Book Club Hotties! The Betty's List Book Club Rocks at Duboce Park Cafe Duboce Park Cafe Co-chair Cynthia Katona with Featured Author Michelle Tea Ladies Go Biking Photos   5th Bike Ride - Crystal Springs Reservoir LGBT Community History - Visit our Photo Archive and Photo Gallery for More History   The Castro's Rainbow Flag @ Harvey Milk Plaza DJ Page Hodel's Respect Respect is history now, but we'll long remember the times there with Page! See Photos      Betty's List In The News Link to Related Photo Album by Karen T. 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Sunday, January 4th, 2009 Magazine Column New Betty Blog: "Olde Year Out, Adieu! Adieu! Welcome Now The New! The New!" Holiday Season Joy! Betty Enjoys a Hug from Diva Kim Kuzma! (Photo by ArtGirl @ gogetyourgirlon.com) LGBT Directory Welcome! FIRST IN Emergency Response Training Welcome, Yule! "Rock Me, Baby, Like a Wagon Wheel!" Christmas Day, 2008 LGBT Directory Welcome! Lavonne C. Pineda, D.C. Gone Surfin' Wonderful Holiday Visit to Maui Holiday Party & Benefit Ladies Night & Curve Magazine Thursday, December 18th Featuring Marga Gomez Free to Attend - RSVP Now! LGBT Directory Welcome! Emily Coles Dance LGBT Directory Welcome! Sandra Kamiak, MD Sacred Healing Center Wishing You Happy Thanksgiving! Smart Women Business Network Thank you, Nanette! Monthly Reception @ Catch Restaurant Nanette Lee Miller, CPA Stonefield Jospehson, Inc Featured Guest Meet the Righteous Mothers Watch the Video "Old Fat Naked Women for Peace" LGBT Directory Welcome! Annie Goglia Life Coach & Laughter Leader Thanks to Diane & Jewelle . . . Recently Married & Showing the Way There for Us Through It All! Community Leaders  Jewelle Gomez and Diane Sabin Remembering Hank Wilson Hank Wilson Veteran Activist Friday Evening Protest Grassroots March Up Market  to Castro & Dolores Park Rally Photos by Cheryl Mazak Special to Betty's List LGBT Directory Welcome! Dale Marie Golden Private Banker Election Celebration President-Elect Obama Prayer of Thanks!   Barack atah Illinois, Elohenu melech ha'olam, Hoo-ray p'ri ha-electoral landslide.  AMEN   Comes November! Happy All Hallows Eve! The Betty Blog:  "Why Do I Love the Pumpkins?" "Halloween Revisited" Thank you, Twilight Vixen Revue! Get Spooky @ Ladies Night! Thursday, October 30th Special Guests: Twilight Vixen Revue Meet MSNBC's Rachel Maddow A Newswoman To Know About She's Out & Her Show's Hot on MSNBC Thank You, True Magrit! Ladies Night @ MECCA Music Spotlight Featured Artist True Magrit LGBT Community Directory Welcome! Keely Kolmes, PsyD Licensed Psychologist Yes, We Kayaked Sausalito! Sausalito Kayaking & Brunch Today! Photo History of Outdoor Adventures LGBT Community Directory Welcome! Ruth Stroup Insurance Agency Farmers Insurance Thank You, Laura Zucker! MECCA Music Spotlight Laura Zucker Singer / Songwriter Thank you, Irina Rivkin! Thursday, October 9th Ladies Night Music Spotlight Welcomes Irina Rivkin Thank you, Jen Foster! Thursday This Week! Ladies Night Music Spotlight Welcomes Jen Foster Nashville Recording Artist Thank you, Kitty Rose! MECCA Ladies Night  Music Spotlight LGBT Community Directory Welcome! Florann Vazquez Certified Massage Therapist "The West Wing" Lives! Seeking a President Who  Gives Goose Bumps? Opinion * Maureen Dowd, NYT Thank You, Valerie Orth Band! MECCA Ladies Night  Music Spotlight Valerie Orth Band Alternate Ending Wizard of Oz (Be Sure to See the Ending) Remembering Del Martin Del (r) with Phyllis in a Famous DOB Photo Kitty Rose @ MECCA MECCA Ladies Night Music Spotlight! Thursday, September 25th  GLAAD Media Awards/SF L-Word Creator Ilene Chaiken with Jennifer Beals on the Red Carpet 2008 GLAAD Media Awards

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A Favorite Memory: The Party for a Cause

The L-Word for Lesbian Health Benefit

 Photo by Phyllis Christopher Photography

The "Party For A Cause" benefit for Lyon Martin Health Services, May 6th, 2005, raised more than $100,000 in funds and in-kind contributions. Event co-producer Betty Sullivan (right) joined The L-Word creator Ilene Chaiken (center back), cast members Laurel Holloman and Sarah Shahi with legendary lesbian activists Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon.

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