GLSEN seeks student leader
National student-advocacy organization Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network is accepting nominations for its first Student Advocate of the Year award.
The award will be given to a high-school student who has demonstrated a commitment to fostering safe classroom environments for LGBT and ally youth. Students must be entering 10th-12th grades this fall.
GLSEN will pay for all expenses for the winning student to attend the organization’s Respect Awards in Los Angeles Oct. 9, where he or she will be recognized.
Nomination forms, which are due Aug. 23, can be found at www.glsen.org.
— Jen Colletta
PGMC holds auditions
The Philadelphia Gay Men’s Chorus will hold auditions for its 2009-10 concert season on the evenings of Aug. 12, 19 and 26 at Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion, 2111 Sansom St.
Formed in 1981, PGMC performs at cabarets, fundraisers and other community events throughout the year and is affiliated with the Gay and Lesbian Association of Choruses.
The chorus is looking for singers of all skill levels for all voice parts, including tenor, baritone and bass.
No walk-ins. Call (215)731-9230 or 1-87-PGMC-SING or e-mail [email protected] to set up an appointment.
For more information, visit www.pgmc.org.
Tryouts for Firebirds
The Philadelphia Firebirds are looking for new players.
The women’s full-contact tackle-football team is holding try-outs from 9-11 a.m. Aug. 16, Sept. 20 and Oct. 18 at Drexel University’s Buckley Field, 33rd and Arch streets.
Hopefuls will be tested on running skills and agility, and will be required to perform skill-specific drills.
There is a $40 try-out fee. For more information, visit www.philadelphiafirebirds.com, e-mail [email protected] or call (484) 682-4238.
— Larry Nichols