I think we can officially call it fall now. After all, Halloween is over, the clocks have changed and it’s a pretty safe bet that we won’t see another warm spell for months.
That means we only have a couple of weeks to catch our breath before the holidays start kicking into gear. But that’s OK because, even though there’s a slight lull in the calendar, there’s no shortage of great things to do around town over the next couple of weeks.
DVLF Texas Hold’em tourney
Calling all card sharks! Show off your bluffing skills from 4-9 p.m. Nov. 9 at Stir Lounge, 1705 Chancellor St., at a Texas Hold’em poker tournament benefiting the Delaware Valley Legacy Fund.
Buy-in is only $25, with re-buys and add-ons available. There will be specials including $1 PBRs and discounts across the entire drink menu, plus raffles, food, prizes and your fabulous hostess, Contessa. For more information, see www.dvlf.org.
Philadelphia Leather Pride Night
Let your leather pride shine from 7 p.m.-midnight Nov. 9 at Voyeur Nightclub, 1221 St. James St. Doors open at 6 for the fifth anniversary of this event, which will include a silent auction, a live auction, entertainment by the Liberty City Kings and Rodney Burger, emcee JR Ramos from Bucks MC, and a host of surprises. Don’t miss the exciting Wheel of Kink and the new “Taste of the Aviary” on the second floor. (Hint: It ain’t gonna be no wine tasting up there, that’s for sure!)
This year’s beneficiaries include By the Grace of George, Leather Leadership Conference, Leather Archives and Museum, and William Way LGBT Community Center. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door.
See www.plpn.org for more information.
Pam Ann at the Troc
Fasten your seatbelts and make sure your tray tables are secured in their upright positions! At 8 p.m. Nov. 14, the incomparable Pam Ann is coming in for a landing at The Trocadero, 1003 Arch St. She’s opened for Cher and Elton John, and Madonna thinks she’s “cruelly funny.” She’s more fun than a TSA cavity search on your way back from Cabo! Tickets for this 21-plus event are $25-$45 and will be available at the door, or get them online now at www.thetroc.com.
Philly Social League Kickoff
Do you miss Sisters? Then get on board with the new Philly Social League! The inaugural event will be held 9:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Nov. 16, starting at Fifth and Market streets. Hop on a guided bus tour of Philly landmarks, complete with mimosas on the bus and a group photo on the Art Museum steps. Then get ready for a three-hour private party at Buffalo Billiards with lunch, drinks, games, sports on the TVs, and a one-hour open bar starting at 12:30.
Tickets are $65 and are available online at www.phillysocialleague.eventbrite.com.
Attic Youth Center 20th-Anniversary Gala
Enjoy an elegant evening of entertainment, dancing and celebrating the youth in our community from 6-9 p.m. Nov. 16 at the Crystal Tea Room, 1300 Market St.
For two decades, The Attic Youth Center has been a refuge and resource for a huge number of LGBTQ youth who’ve needed a little guidance or assistance along their way to adulthood. Honor everything the center has accomplished while helping it set the stage for the next 20 years and beyond, with special guest Alex Newell from “Glee” and many surprises.
For tickets and more information, see www.atticyouthcenter.org.
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