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Santa Fe’s 24th Annual Aid Comfort Gala!

November 26, 2012 by admin · Leave a Comment

There are more worthy causes to support then one person can possibly keep up with and Santa Fe is no exception. You name it and there is sure to be an event where the City Different is committed to raising funds. The community kicks off the Thanksgiving-Christmas holiday season with the Annual Aid & Comfort Gala. Sponsored by Southwest Care Center, the gala makes sure that HIV/AIDS is given priority when it comes to funding and awareness.

Heralded as one of Santa Fe most spirited and energetic parties, this year’s two day theme was Burlesque! Friday night kicked off with a celebrity chef dinner at La Posada de Santa Fe hotel in the ballroom. Red lights lined the walls while centerpieces crafted of red burlesque feathers adorned the white linen covered tables. Several of Santa Fe’s top chefs created a multi course dinner with wine pairing for each course which was followed by a live auction.

Saturday night the burlesque theme carried over to the Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino. A scrumptious buffet and several flowing bars kept the guests entertained while perusing the silent auction. On the main stage was a full burlesque show that would have made the Moulin Rouge proud. After there was no more clothing to shed, the bawdy performers turned the dance floor into a party where guest lost themselves into a night of frivolity while raising funds and awareness all for a good cause.

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Yeehaw! The Santa Fe Gay Rodeo Was In town!

September 14, 2012 by admin · Leave a Comment

Santa Fe wasn’t voted the #2 Gayest City in America by Advocate Magazine for no reason. Not only do we have the monthly Friends of Dorothy happy hours, gay retirement centers, drag shows at the Silver Starlight Lounge as well as a tolerant gay-friendly culture we even have a gay rodeo!

Each year, the New Mexico Gay Rodeo Association produces the Zia Regional Rodeo, a premier fundraiser and the state’s second largest LGBT event. In the past, the rodeo’s profits have been donated to New Mexico AIDS Services, New Mexico Breast Cancer Coalition, New Mexico Domestic Violence Hotline and People Of Color AIDS Foundation, to name a few.

Previously held in ABQ, Santa Fe was honored for the 2 ^nd straight year to host the event and it didn’t disappoint.

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Santa Fe Pride Train Cocktail Kick-Off Party

June 6, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment

Save The Date: Saturday, June 19th, 2010

3:30 – 5:00 pm

Let’s get the party started early – just one block from the train!!

Join us for champagne cocktails…gemstones & jewels…old friends & new at Marc Howard Exceptional Jewelry Designs. Come whether you’re riding the train or not! There will be great Door Prizes, including (2) $100 Marc Howard Gift Certificates, several Naughty Gay Gift Baskets and $50 to spend at Unity, Fashion For All! (Drawing at 4:45 pm.)

In honor of Pride week, print this invite to receive 20% off any custom or showcase jewelry pieces during the month of June.

Details:

3:30 – 5:00 pm
Saturday, June 19th
Marc Howard Exceptional Jewelry Designs
328 S. Guadalupe St., Ste. E
(Entrance on Montezuma)
505.820.1080

See the full list of Santa Fe Gay Pride Events.

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Dorothy Has Friends in Santa Fe

April 2, 2010 by admin · 8 Comments

Fast forward to the present. We are here! And we are queer! No longer feeling the need for secrecy, Friends of Dorothy gatherings have become a huge social network across the globe and its presence in Santa Fe is no different. The group meets once a month on Friday’s at 6pm onwards and is attended by 200 – 250 members of Santa Fe’s gay community.

It is hosted by a different venue each month including such places as Ecantado Resort, Las Posada, Inn and Spa at Loretto, Santa Fe Capital Grill, Bishops Lodge Resort & Spa just to name a few. The hosting company generously supplies the group with an array of appetizers.

In the winter months we enjoy the warmth of the roaring fires inside while watching the snow gently fall on Santa Fe. During the summer months we gather outside sipping cocktails while watching the gorgeous Santa Fe sunsets magically appear before setting behind the mountains. Finally the clear night overhead gives way to millions of stars which is not to be missed.

Friends of Dorothy is a great opportunity to meet new friends, see old friends and connect with Santa Fe’s gay community in a beautiful setting. If you are visiting Santa Fe and want information on attending or for more information on enjoying the Gay Life in Santa Fe CLICK HERE

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Rancho Viejo in Santa Fe, New Mexico

March 10, 2010 by admin · 1 Comment

For several reasons, many members of the gay community have chosen to call Rancho Viejo home. The 11,000 acre master planned community of Rancho Viejo has been in development for over 10 years and features homes in a variety of price ranges and styles. The community is surrounded by open space with views of the Sangre de Cristos, Jemez and Sandia mountain ranges and miles of paved trails to enjoy them from.

The Village Center will soon have a new addition to offer their residents with the soon to be opened Village Market offering an array of foods to make living in Rancho Viejo more convenient and will be located next to the delightful Coffee Shop.

On the south side of Santa Fe, the community of Rancho Viejo blends with the scenic beauty of the Southwestern landscape & reflects the rich cultural heritage of New Mexico. Nestled among the 3 parks, hiking trails, local coffee shop stands a charming home at 6 Victorio Peak. You’ve never experienced an Aspen model that boast these upgrades: 30+K custom cooks kitchen with quartz counters & stainless appliances, diamond plaster walls, elegant custom drapery, flagstone patios & overlooks a lovely park.

A short 20 minute drive to The Plaza in the heart of Santa Fe, Rancho Viejo is conveniently located to shopping, food and entertainment and the new Rail Runner station at Interstate 25 and 599 making it an easy commute for residents to travel between Santa Fe and Albuquerque. Nearby is the Santa Fe Community College which offers an array of classes for those continuing their education or those just wanted to learn something new. Also, located in Rancho Viejo is the Institute of American Indian Arts. (IAIA)

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