A new event launched this week, meant to keep Monday nights hot and partiers cool.
Party promoter Josh Schonewolf will present Drink or Swim pool party at North Shore Beach Club, 1031 Germantown Ave., every Monday from 8 p.m.- 2 a.m.
Schonewolf said more than 100 people turned out for the May 19 premiere.
“It was really amazing and really packed,” he said. “A lot of people that have never been to any of my events before were really excited about having the option of an LGBTQ pool party. It felt like such a gay time and it was very welcoming towards the queer community.”
Schonewolf said North Shore heated the pool to 82 degrees. Drink or Swim will feature drink specials and music spun by DJ Javascript.
There is a $10 cover charge, but members of North Shore get into the event for free.
Schonewolf said plans for Drink or Swim developed organically.
“When talking with the local community, I can basically come up with the next event I want to host,” he said. “People were saying it would be cool to have something outdoors and through that, it all came together.”
Schonewolf said the event provides an environment to build community.
“It is a safe space for the LGBT community and I am always looking for ways to bring the community together in the form of events,” he said. “I can’t think of a better way to spend a Monday night.”
In addition to Drink or Swim, Schonewolf also has a few other new events up his sleeve.
Summer Kamp, a 10-week talent show focused on acting, singing and dancing, will premier in June. He also is gearing up to debut Last Laugh, a 10-week stand-up comedy show.
