Gay Okanagan

Art Gala to kick off “Pride Festival 2005”

The Gay and Lesbian community of the Okanagan valley celebrates Pride week in June. This year Vernon’s North Okanagan Gay & Lesbian Society is hosting an Art Gala to kick off “Pride Festival 2005” by presenting the works of gay and gay friendly artists and artisans.

There will be four categories in this show starting off with the visual artists on opening night. These visual mediums will consist of paintings, drawings, sculptures, photography, digital, and other artistic avenues.

Secondly, a silent auction will be set up of donated artwork where the public can bid on a piece of their liking. As well, works of art by our young people coming out in our community will be on display.

The final section of the show will consist of artisans who will display and sell their personal creations. The Pride Committee will receive a portion of the proceeds to help pay for the costs of this show and 50% of the net proceeds will be donated to the Vernon and District Hospice Society.

The Art Gala will be held in Vernon at 3401 30th avenue (next to Penny Lane) for the entire Week of Pride beginning with opening night on Friday June 17th (7pm-11pm). Door cover charge for opening night is $5.00. For the remainder of the week, June 18th to 25th the show will be open from 11am - 4pm with a suggested donation during that time.

Noglo is looking for any gay and gay friendly artists who are interested in submitting their work or selling their crafts. The submission deadline is June 5,6,7th 2005 after 6pm. Lat er submissions are accepted with intent conformation. For more info call: 542-8720 or 542-4670.

In order to make this event possible we need some able body hands to help out. These tasks range from basic tasks of picking up supplies and items to manning tables during the day. An errand, an hour, a few hours? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Karen through the Noglo phone line at 542-4670.

posted by ricky @ 12:41 PM