Northampton?

[Stone_to_bone]

[COLOR=darkred]In other news, we've now had three suspect messages left in classroom buildings around campus - threatening violence with a weapon. :|

While we've been notified of the messages and generally of their content, there has been absolutely no notification of what our 'emergency plan' is - should something horrible happen.

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x C.

Lady CS
Sounds like you had a really exciting trip but my god, the stuff going on at school is awful. I haven't heard anything about it...I'm so out of the loop from working too much (laughing about moxie's building comment). I hope they figure out who's behind that crap.

I'm looking forward to seeing everyone at the Wig tomorrow. Alas, off to sleep. Night noho

STB

[Sweetstonefemme]

VIOLENCE??:oJust read this.....damn $%%^&@*&^&^%&^*@.........I would have gone to this........BIG FAN of Huges. In the years that I supported myself as an artist, I used his prose in watercolor drawings and calligraphy.........big big *SIGH....:'(
Oooo meant to add:

if the whole threat of violence doesn't put you off ~

>>> THIS <<< (http://umass.edu/umhome/events/articles/72363.php) <----- (clickclick) is happening on campus tonight,
and it looks to be quite wonderful an event. I'm a huge fan of Langston Hughes!

[msmoxie]

STB--

One of these days S and I will pay a visit to the new STB wing!

Apparently, another college is getting similar threats--except to my knowledge the one in (Bridgewater?) was isolated to one day 2/28, so ours is a bit of a different situation.

In the words of Amy Winehouse, what kind of fuckery is this?

Enjoy tini night!! See y'all next time.

xx mox(f)(d)

BTW--LADY C, INFINITBLU, AND S1---I'VE TAGGED YOU TO POST IN THE MEME THREAD. STALK ME TO FIND IT AND GO CHECK IT OUT.


Lady CS
Sounds like you had a really exciting trip but my god, the stuff going on at school is awful. I haven't heard anything about it...I'm so out of the loop from working too much (laughing about moxie's building comment). I hope they figure out who's behind that crap.

I'm looking forward to seeing everyone at the Wig tomorrow. Alas, off to sleep. Night noho

STB

[boxergal46]

Morning all (c),
That Saturday sounds great to me. Hope everyone had a peaceful weekend. Will see everyone tonight by the fire. Have a good day.
Boxer

[miss robin]

Good morning everyone!

LadyC, what wound up happening at UMass? Your NYC trip sounds fabulous! Did you mean Courbet prints? How amazing to see that and Schnabel in a casual setting! Courbet is one of my favorite artists and I can't wait to see his retrospective at the Met.

MsMoxie, the Chinese restaurant ... oh right! That's the Great Wall. I think it's the best. That was a good shortcut for the Meme thread. I got tagged as well.

Softness, is the weather going to be awful tonight? I hope you and NHPB can make it.

See the rest of you tonight! I really look forward to the Tuesday night 'tinis.

Miss Robin

[Lady C Sparkle]

Lady CS
Sounds like you had a really exciting trip but my god, the stuff going on at school is awful. I haven't heard anything about it...I'm so out of the loop from working too much (laughing about moxie's building comment). I hope they figure out who's behind that crap.

STB

Yes, it is horrible ~ regardless of whether they're empty threats aimed at closing school for a day ~ threatening violence with a weapon is just ICK.
The police on campus are treating it very seriously, but I've not seen a report of it in the press - I assume the Administration doesn't want to give the people doing this that kind of airtime, lest that encourage further threats.


Just read this.....damn $&#37;%^&@*&^&^%&^*@.........I would have gone to this........BIG FAN of Huges. In the years that I supported myself as an artist, I used his prose in watercolor drawings and calligraphy.........big big *SIGH....:'(

Langston Hughes was a genius & a hero. I (l) him. Sorry you missed it Sweetstonefemme!


STB--

In the words of Amy Winehouse, what kind of fuckery is this?


xx mox(f)(d)

BTW--LADY C, INFINITBLU, AND S1---I'VE TAGGED YOU TO POST IN THE MEME THREAD. STALK ME TO FIND IT AND GO CHECK IT OUT.

Hello Ms Winehouse(pot) ~ (t) this is kettle calling....(t)

I'll check out the thread, Sweetie!!!


Good morning everyone!

LadyC, what wound up happening at UMass? Your NYC trip sounds fabulous! Did you mean Courbet prints? How amazing to see that and Schnabel in a casual setting! Courbet is one of my favorite artists and I can't wait to see his retrospective at the Met.


The NYC trip was fabulous, but a fly-by!

The artist I mentioned was Gregory Colbert, his internationally traveling exhibit is called Ashes and Snow. Check it out here http://www.ashesandsnow.org (http://www.ashesandsnow.org/)
The work is beyond stunning, so to see an original full size prints in their home was simply gasp-worthy. As it turns out the (our hosts for the event) are friends of the artist and actually traveled on a shoot to the Galapagos Islands.

I had the opportunity to see the exhibit in Venice wayyyyyy back and then again in Santa Monica a few years ago.

And there is a good possibility that we *may* be going to Mexico City at the end of the month and will get to see it again! *SQUEEEEE* The collection keeps growing ~ explore the website, it is truly stunning. Also check out the info on the Nomadic Museum. The current Nomadic Museum is made of bamboo and when the exhibit ends it will be recycled in to low-income sustainable housing in Mexico City.


Have fun tonight with the 'tinis.
I have a dinner engagement so won't be able to make it!

[PearlsNLace]

March 22 is great for us! We will come for Tea, and stay as long as we can safely hold our eyes open for the road home.
(as long as its not snowin, k?)

PearlsnLace, and Coach T

[Sophisticated1]

Unable to to be at Wiggins tonight. To much work to do in preparation for a bunch of presentations I have to do. Hope everyone has a great time.

1,S1

[msmoxie]

Hoping everyone had a divine tini time last night!
I do expect a full report.

OY to the rain!
Mexico City, you say, milady?(ip)
*sigh*

I would love to see that exhibit.

Happy Wed.
xx mox

[PearlsNLace]

When the rain melts this damn snow, its my best friend. Never before moving to the east coast would I have looked up with happiness to see rain!

[Sophisticated1]

When the rain melts this damn snow, its my best friend. Never before moving to the east coast would I have looked up with happiness to see rain!

I imagine that you don't live in a flood plain? ;)

[PearlsNLace]

OOOH, No I dont live in a flood plain, Im on a hill. But my poor neihbors have a grand frozen "lake" in their yard. If it doesnt dry up soon, maybe we should get fishin poles..... we could add some salmon and trout when no ones lookin.
:)

[CynnicalButch]

I looked out my window this morning and there were robins in my front yard happily bouncing around. Spring is on its way!!!! YAAY!!

[miss robin]

I did an informal survey and March 22 works for most people. So this is the plan below.

Pearls, do you have children? Feel free to bring them. Fem-me is bringing her 15 year-old daughter.

Cynnicalbutch, nice to see you here again! You should come to the Tuesday night b/f social.

LadyC, I saw something of Colbert's in NYC at the pier. I think it was a temporary structure of some sort. I missed the elephant show though.

Miss Robin



Saturday, March 22

4pm ~~ Tea/coffee and sweets at Fiorentina Italian bakery (this is the only place I can think of that can accomodate a lot of people)

6-8pm ~~ Gallatica karaoke bowling!

8pm ~~ Dinner at a Chinese restaurant (because they can usually seat a lot of people on a Sat night)

10pm on ~~ Drinks and dancing at Diva's


directions for out-of-towners forthcoming when we figure out the plan
Miss Robin

[softness]

I looked out my window this morning and there were robins in my front yard happily bouncing around. Spring is on its way!!!! YAAY!!

yes they are! As NHPB and I woke up today, he said he heard Jays outside. I had been hearing birds for the past few days and told him I felt spring was coming round again..in two weeks your area will be breathing crocus and pips of woodland plants will be eeking out of the melting snow. I saw grass today!

Cynnical..its so nice to hear someone else saw the spring birds!

[PearlsNLace]

I would really love to bring the kids. If anyone has any discomfort with me bringing my charming, if slightly delayed 18 year old wanna be drag queen son, Please PLEASE, lemme know
IN PRIVATE message (so the thread doesnt get thrown off track K?)

Thanks, Misha/Pearls

[LizSybarite]

Some of you may have been at the Wig a few weeks ago when Infinitblu asked if I wanted to help promote the Sober Dance. Naturally, I said yes! (Hey, I don't have to be drunk to dance.) Here are the details to be spread far n' wide - so who else is planning to go? It's going to be a blast!
~L


The 7th annual Sober Dance Party & Entertainment Extravaganza!

The Sober Dance brings together individuals from all walks of life – the common thread is a desire to have fun while respecting those in recovery. In seven years, the event has grown to over 350 partiers with thousands of dollars donated to residential recovery programs. This year, proceeds will benefit Hairston House for men and Beacon House for women, two residential drug/alcohol recovery programs.

Where: Northampton Center for the Arts, 17 New South Street, 3rd Floor, Northampton, MA. The Northampton Center for the Arts is located in the Sullivan Building across from the Academy of Music.

When: Saturday, March 15th, 2008, 7:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Who: ALL are welcome! Please respect those in recovery from alcohol and substance abuse.

Tickets: $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Call 413-584-7745 or email WONMALe@aol.com. Tickets are also available from Hairston House and Beacon House residents directly. All hors d’oeuvres, full buffet and desserts are included in the ticket price. Coffee and other refreshments will be available for purchase.

Entertainment: The 2008 entertainment lineup will include:
* Music by NYC house DJ Byyl Arnold
* Song stylings by Evelyn Harris (formerly of Sweet Honey in the Rock)
* Fire Dance Exotica
* Lord Russ does Queen Elvis
* The Hairston House dance troupe
* Other special guests TBA

Proceeds benefit Hairston House for men and Beacon House for women, two residential drug/alcohol recovery programs located in Northampton and Greenfield, MA, respectively. For more information about Hairston House, call 413-585-8390. For more information about Beacon House, call 413-773-4610.

[CynnicalButch]

Cynnicalbutch, nice to see you here again! You should come to the Tuesday night b/f social.

Its great to be back Miss Robin and good to see you all again. I have been a bit busy with a Femme I met in NJ. {HUGE SMILE} I would love to come to one of the social events. Are they every Tues at the Wiggins?

:-)

Cyn

[OutlawDaddy]

Link: (http://www.berkshirestonewall.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=43&Itemid=52)

Berkshire Stonewall Community Coalition

GLBTQ People of Berkshire County
March-April 2008 Newsletter and Calendar

Sunday, March 9th, 7:00-8:30 pm
Transcend Meeting
South Congregational Church, Pittsfield, MA.
Monthly support/social group meeting for the Trans community. Sponsored by BSCC. FMI call the Infoline: 413-822-7268.


Saturday, March 15th, 8:30-12:30 pm
St. Patrick’s Day Dance
VFW Hall, 36 Linden Street, Pittsfield, MA.
DJ Larry Kratka (radio guru) will provide the music. Open to the community, friends and allies (whether you're Irish or not). $10.00 admission. Must be 18 and up to attend. Munchies provided. Cash bar; ID required. If you've been waiting for a BSCC Dance, this is it!!!


Wednesday, April 2nd, 7:00 pm
BSCC Potluck Dinner
Unitarian-Universalist Church, 175 Wendell Avenue, Pittsfield, MA.
Open to the GLBTQI community and friends. Bring a main dish, salad, veggie or dessert to share. Beverages provided. Volunteers are needed to set up, host, serve and clean up.

Thursday, April 3rd,
Speaker Series
Hardy House, 20 Morley Drive, Williamstown, MA
Williams College Bi-Gay-Lesbian-Trans-Alumni Association Stonewall Speaker Series presents Rives Kistler '71, - Supreme Court Judge in Oregon.

Friday, April 4th, 5:00 pm
Art Exhibit Opening Reception
Jenness House, 10 Morley Drive, Williamstown, MA.
The Canvas Project presents Man Made by Allison Golinkoff; a series of art exhibits exploring the issues of transgenderism.

Tuesday, April 8th, 8:00 pm
Lecture
Paresky Theater,Williams College, Williamstown, MA
Talkin' Trash in the Homo No Mo Halfway House, a lively lecture about gay reparative therapy and the Ex-gay movement, with Peterson Toscano.

Saturday April 12th
Rocky Horror Picture Show screening
Images Cinema (tentative)
50 Spring Street Williamstown, MA

Sunday April 13th, 8:00 pm.
Vidur Kapur, gay, South Asian stand-up comic.
Location TBA

Sunday, April 13th, 7:00-8:30 pm
Transcend Meeting
South Congregational Church, Pittsfield, MA. Monthly support/social group meeting for the Trans community. Sponsored by BSCC. FMI call the Infoline: 413-822-7268.

Wednesday, April 30th, 8:00 pm
Speaker Series
Hardy House, 20 Morley Drive, Williamstown, MA
Williams College Bi-Gay-Lesbian-Trans-Alumni Association Stonewall Speaker Series presents Dena Zaldua, of the National Center for Lesbian Rights.

BSCC Thirteenth Annual GLBTQI Festival
Saturday, April 26th, 2:00 pm
Silent and live auctions, catered buffet dinner, evening entertainment.
Details to follow in a special mailing and on the website.

This is our biggest fundraiser of the year…and a time for all of us to come together to remember our past, celebrate what we've accomplished, and have fun! We're making it less formal (and more affordable) this year. Please join us.

[Spanish_Princess9]

Hey folks,

my honey, Nedra Johnson, and Jamie Anderson will be performing in Shirley MA, here are the details:

Saturday, March, 15 2008 at The Bull Run
215 Great Rd. Rt. 2A, Shirley, Massachusetts 01464
Cost : $14 - $16

We've never heard of the town, so I hope some fellow BF'ers can make it out, and bring friends. If you want to listen to Nedra and Jamie's music, just get on myspace =)

Oh, I'll be accompanying her :)

So anyone know of things to do in Shirley, or nearby?

Natasha
<i'll be cross posting>

[Spanish_Princess9]

http://www.bullrunrestaurant.com/concert.htm

[Lady C Sparkle]

Hey folks,

my honey, Nedra Johnson, and Jamie Anderson will be performing in Shirley MA, here are the details:

Saturday, March, 15 2008 at The Bull Run
215 Great Rd. Rt. 2A, Shirley, Massachusetts 01464
Cost : $14 - $16

We've never heard of the town, so I hope some fellow BF'ers can make it out, and bring friends. If you want to listen to Nedra and Jamie's music, just get on myspace =)

Oh, I'll be accompanying her :)

So anyone know of things to do in Shirley, or nearby?

Natasha
<i'll be cross posting>


Thank you for posting this Spanish Princess, I hope you & your honey have a great show!

I'm so sorry I'm going to miss this (I'll be traveling West next weekend).

But I've heard Nedra Johnson's music and really like it!
I'd definitely recommend making a day-trip of it!

She has a myspace page, no?
You should link that here so that people can listen to her music!

[Lady C Sparkle]

:-* .....Oh & I think I heard a *rumour* that it was somebody's birthday this weekend past....:-* .... but I didn't see it officially announced so I shall send:

Happy Shiny Fabulous Birthday Wishes to the Anonymous Celebree

[miss robin]

Its great to be back Miss Robin and good to see you all again. I have been a bit busy with a Femme I met in NJ. {HUGE SMILE} I would love to come to one of the social events. Are they every Tues at the Wiggins? Cyn

Cyn, yes! We're on for tomorrow night:

March 11, 7:30
The Wig b/f social @
Wiggins Tavern
Hotel Northampton


I would really love to bring the kids. If anyone has any discomfort with me bringing my charming, if slightly delayed 18 year old wanna be drag queen son, Please PLEASE, lemme know
IN PRIVATE message (so the thread doesnt get thrown off track K?)

Thanks, Misha/Pearls

Hi Misha, bring your kids! Fem-me is bringing her daughter (15). I might be able to twist my son's arm to come along with his gf.


BSCC Thirteenth Annual GLBTQI Festival
Saturday, April 26th, 2:00 pm
Silent and live auctions, catered buffet dinner, evening entertainment.
Details to follow in a special mailing and on the website.

This is our biggest fundraiser of the year…and a time for all of us to come together to remember our past, celebrate what we've accomplished, and have fun! We're making it less formal (and more affordable) this year. Please join us.

OD, I would like to go to this. Please post the details or a link closer to the date. The talks and such look great but are too far for a weeknight, and some are here in the Happy Valley as well.

LadyC, whose birthday?!? I'm guessing it's one of the coy duo -- MsMoxie/S1. :) I hope you can make it to the social tomorrow night.

Miss Robin

[Lady C Sparkle]

LadyC, whose birthday?!? I'm guessing it's one of the coy duo -- MsMoxie/S1. :) I hope you can make it to the social tomorrow night.

Miss Robin

Well, I don't want to out anyone so I'll keep :-#

I am afraid I won't be able to make it tomorrow night, I'm sorry.

I'm in the middle of a really insane semester, I'm working very looooong days to try to accomplish everything that needs to be done (and still not succeeding)!

I have to keep fairly strict with myself about time management & social commitments ~ otherwise I'd be even more exhausted and remiss than I already am.

Hopefully, my long days will let up soon and I'll be better able to be wantonly social in the mid-week.

[miss robin]

You'll be missed LadyC. I understand about not outing birthdays. You never know what mayhem and ruckus may be bestowed upon the celebrant!

xo
Miss Robin

[CynnicalButch]

I really was planning to go!. I got tied up finishing the install of my wood floor and totally lost track of time. By the time I looked up it was 9:30. I definitely want to make it to one of them in the future. I hope you all had a great time!!


Cyn

[msmoxie]

Miss Robin--"The coy duo", you say? Hmm. That's funny.
Ok, fine. I'll bite. There was a belated celebration of a birthday.
We're both 27, if anyone cares or wonders.

My calendar and reserves are both a bit overwhelmed at present. Keeping rather still and subdued. Not sure if I'll make The Sober Dance or the events that Miss Robin has planned. The Sober Dance looks like such a great event. Enjoy Enjoy Enjoy! BTW, Miss, are you advertising that weekend in other threads?

Lady C--the promise of your wanton sociality warms my little cockles. Yes, you were missed. And I fear I may have lapsed in my last response to you. EEEP! bad mox. Maybe when I turn 28 I'll be better at the rsvping?

What is a cockle anyway?

I finally have a real wireless connection of my very own. I've been paying for it for 2 years, but never could get on my own network. GRRR. So, four hours later and another installation fee gone wild, VIOLA. And I find I can actually get on site and stay here instead of being bumped off.

Lest I forget, we are both accepting belated and early-bird birthday wishes and gifts. You may freely shower either or both parties of the Coy Duo with your offerings.(g)<:o)

:D;) mox

[miss robin]

Hi Cyn. You can come to the Wig b/f social next week.

It was nice to see everyone again. We had to twiddle our collective thumbs waiting for some people to move out of our 'round-the-fireplace spot. I wonder if we should come up with a new location once the weather gets warm? Maybe on the deck of the Brewery.


Miss Robin--"The coy duo", you say? Hmm. That's funny.
Ok, fine. I'll bite. There was a belated celebration of a birthday.
We're both 27, if anyone cares or wonders.

My calendar and reserves are both a bit overwhelmed at present. Keeping rather still and subdued. Not sure if I'll make The Sober Dance or the events that Miss Robin has planned. The Sober Dance looks like such a great event. Enjoy Enjoy Enjoy! BTW, Miss, are you advertising that weekend in other threads?


Happy belated birthday, Miss! I did advertise the weekend in the Upstate NY thread and I PMd a few people who I thought might like to join us. I should have Rob post something on FABU East.

Miss Robin

[Lady C Sparkle]

Lest I forget, we are both accepting belated and early-bird birthday wishes and gifts. You may freely shower either or both parties of the Coy Duo with your offerings.(g)<:o)

:D;) mox



seriously early-bird! tee*hee

Coy Duo may have to be your new super-hero names....

i'm off on a jet- (ap) ... have a lovely weekend Noho!

[Sophisticated1]

seriously early-bird! tee*hee

Coy Duo may have to be your new super-hero names....

i'm off on a jet- (ap) ... have a lovely weekend Noho!

LOL Hummm super-hero names?... I like it... eeeeeyes... has a bit of a ring to it. Perhaps the "Incredibly Coy Duo" sounds a bit more super-heroish ;)

I must be incredibly coy, ^o) and crafty too, what with being a Scorpio and all. I believe that I am only rivaled by my other coy Gemini half. :D I suppose it is never too late (well, late for me ..early for her) for (g) <:o) (8).

Have a safe trip good Lady CS. Lets <:o) upon your return!

1,S1

[msmoxie]

(8)did you ever know that you're my hero?(8)

(bics lit, noho thread crowd holding hands and swaying)

(8)and everything i (could want??) to be(8)

hey. brr. is there a breeze in here?
huh. must be the wind beneath my wings.

seriously corny, mox

((ps to lcs--bon voyage safe travels, and call when you return!! muah!!))





LOL Hummm super-hero names?... I like it... eeeeeyes... has a bit of a ring to it. Perhaps the "Incredibly Coy Duo" sounds a bit more super-heroish ;)

I must be incredibly coy, ^o) and crafty too, what with being a Scorpio and all. I believe that I am only rivaled by my other coy Gemini half. :D I suppose it is never too late (well, late for me ..early for her) for (g) <:o) (8).

Have a safe trip good Lady CS. Lets <:o) upon your return!

1,S1

[OutlawDaddy]

OD, I would like to go to this. Please post the details or a link closer to the date. The talks and such look great but are too far for a weeknight, and some are here in the Happy Valley as well.

Will do!


FYI - More Local Info

LGBT Associates of Western Massachusetts

Dr. Shelley Janiczek Woodson and Dr. Brett-Genny Janiczek Beemyn haved teamed-up to form LGBT Associates of Western Massachusetts. Through LGBT Associates, they bring their over 20 years of experience in LGBT activism, teaching, writing, training, health service and consulting work to the Pioneer Valley.

In celebration of the first New England Transgender Pride March and Rally, June 7th in Northampton, MA (www. transpridemarch. org (http://www.msplinks.com/MDFodHRwOi8vd3d3LnRyYW5zcHJpZGVtYXJjaC5vcmc=)), LGBT Associates is spotlighting activities designed especially for transgender people living in Western Massachusetts. Including:

Relationship enhancement activities for mixed-gender couples
Couples therapy for mixed-gender couples
Relationship activities for allies and their trans friends
Trans family therapy

We welcome you to email thebeemyns@gogtt.net for information and scheduling for the months of May and June. LGBT Associates' office is centrally located in Western Massachusetts. Site visits are available nationwide.

[msmoxie]

OD-- thanks for the info. How Fantastic!!!!
Belated hello to Cynnical Butch.

morning to all, and happy weekend.
--mox(l)

[miss robin]

LGBT Associates of Western Massachusetts

Dr. Shelley Janiczek Woodson and Dr. Brett-Genny Janiczek Beemyn haved teamed-up to form LGBT Associates of Western Massachusetts. Through LGBT Associates, they bring their over 20 years of experience in LGBT activism, teaching, writing, training, health service and consulting work to the Pioneer Valley.

In celebration of the first New England Transgender Pride March and Rally, June 7th in Northampton, MA (www. transpridemarch. org (http://www.msplinks.com/MDFodHRwOi8vd3d3LnRyYW5zcHJpZGVtYXJjaC5vcmc=)), LGBT Associates is spotlighting activities designed especially for transgender people living in Western Massachusetts. Including:

Relationship enhancement activities for mixed-gender couples
Couples therapy for mixed-gender couples
Relationship activities for allies and their trans friends
Trans family therapy

We welcome you to email thebeemyns@gogtt.net for information and scheduling for the months of May and June. LGBT Associates' office is centrally located in Western Massachusetts. Site visits are available nationwide.

Thanks OD. Are you on QueerE? It's the online newsletter from the Stonewall Center http://www.umass.edu/stonewall/queere/
(Brett-Genny is the director), and lists lots of queer things to do in the Valley.

Hey are you coming to Noho on March 22 for our b/f bowling social?

Hi everyone. Isn't it getting lovely out? The birds singing, the ice melting...

Miss Robin

[Lady C Sparkle]

LOL Hummm super-hero names?... I like it... eeeeeyes... has a bit of a ring to it. Perhaps the "Incredibly Coy Duo" sounds a bit more super-heroish ;)

I must be incredibly coy, ^o) and crafty too, what with being a Scorpio and all. I believe that I am only rivaled by my other coy Gemini half. :D I suppose it is never too late (well, late for me ..early for her) for (g) <:o) (8).

Have a safe trip good Lady CS. Lets <:o) upon your return!

1,S1

Or the FANTASTICALLY COY DUO... or FABULOUSLY COY DUO???

your costumes could be just darling...

[Sophisticated1]

Ok here is a question for the peanut gallery: Exactly how does one delete a photo from ones gallery? ... Anybody? I am a bit :s as to how it is done.


You know, just in case I have to make room for photos of me in my fabulously coy super-hero garb lol!


1,S1

[Lady C Sparkle]

Ok here is a question for the peanut gallery: Exactly how does one delete a photo from ones gallery? ... Anybody? I am a bit :s as to how it is done.


You know, just in case I have to make room for photos of me in my fabulously coy super-hero garb lol!


1,S1

Hey S1, did you figure it out?

When you're looking at the image you should see an option to "edit photo" below the image (around the same place that you can click "post a comment")

Click edit and then at the bottom of that screen will be a tick box option to delete photo.

Et Voila

[miss robin]

Good gloomy afternoon, Noho.

This week a couple b/f social regulars are out-of-town. I have a commitment on Tuesday night this week so I'm hoping we can make it on Wednesday night. My daughter and her friend (both queer) will be in town and I'll bring them along.

March 19, Wednesday, 7:30
The Wig b/f social @
Wiggins Tavern
Hotel Northampton

And don't forget next weekend!:

Saturday, March 22

4pm ~~ Tea/coffee and sweets at Fiorentina Italian bakery (this is the only place I can think of that can accomodate a lot of people)

6-8pm ~~ Gallatica karaoke bowling!

8pm ~~ Dinner at a Chinese restaurant (because they can usually seat a lot of people on a Sat night)

10pm on ~~ Drinks and dancing at Diva's

Miss Robin

Did anyone read today's NYT Magazine section about transmen at women's colleges? Smith is mentioned, as is Brett-Genny from the Stonewall Center at UMass.

[OutlawDaddy]

Did anyone read today's NYT Magazine section about transmen at women's colleges? Smith is mentioned, as is Brett-Genny from the Stonewall Center at UMass.

Here is the linky loo to the NYT Magazine article: Here (http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/16/magazine/16students-t.html?_r=1&ref=magazine&oref=slogin)

Although I won't be attending this weeks events...with the preparation for and commitments of Holy Week (the week preceding and including the Easter Tridium)...I hope fun is had by all and someone takes pictures for the galleries!

OD

[miss robin]

Here is the linky loo to the NYT Magazine article: Here (http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/16/magazine/16students-t.html?_r=1&ref=magazine&oref=slogin)

Although I won't be attending this weeks events...with the preparation for and commitments of Holy Week (the week preceding and including the Easter Tridium)...I hope fun is had by all and someone takes pictures for the galleries!

OD


Thank you, OD, I read it (in hard copy; my fav) but wondered if others had. So this is interesting -- your profile says "heretic" but you're entangled in Holy Week? Exactly what kind of heretic are you, OD?

Rob referred to me as a Heretic Queer in the Butch = Woman or Man? thread. I was very pleased.

I'm sorry you can't make it.

Miss Robin

[OutlawDaddy]

Thank you, OD, I read it (in hard copy; my fav) but wondered if others had. So this is interesting -- your profile says "heretic" but you're entangled in Holy Week? Exactly what kind of heretic are you, OD?

Rob referred to me as a Heretic Queer in the Butch = Woman or Man? thread. I was very pleased.

I'm sorry you can't make it.

Miss Robin

I often change my profile as a subtle social commentary...now my secret is out...THANKS Miss Robin, just thanks!;)

PS I hear through the grapevine that the Brass Cat in Easthampton is the place to be seen on Friday nights????????

Is that true?

Once... I changed it to craggy and now heretic...in solidarity with you and others as you take on the challenges of words and language... and all that then ensues.

Holy week isn't as much of an entanglement for me as it is deeply personal and a period of reflection on the metaphors of hope, failure, social justice, sadness and resurrection or rebirth...honestly it's my favorite time of year...but that is another thread entirely and probably more than anyone wanted to know.

OD

Who now has to come up with a new ? line...

I'll now be taking suggestions....Bueller, anyone...

I've heard through the grape vine that the Brass Cat in Easthampton is the new place to be seen?? True...Not True Check one and send this back before recess

[CapeCodCajun]

*Waves spastically from Cape Cod...

OHHHH How I miss those 60 degree winter days of the south :'(

[Sophisticated1]

Here is the linky loo to the NYT Magazine article: Here (http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/16/magazine/16students-t.html?_r=1&ref=magazine&oref=slogin)

Although I won't be attending this weeks events...with the preparation for and commitments of Holy Week (the week preceding and including the Easter Tridium)...I hope fun is had by all and someone takes pictures for the galleries!

OD


Hey OD how goes it?
Yes, just skimmed the article. First blush, interesting, annoying, predictable, unfortunately I have no time tonight for a back and forth about it as I will likely already be up til 2 preparing for work tomorrow. Hope all is well in your neck of the woods.

1,S1

[Fem-me]

We are trying to work it out to join you for this evening, at least through dinner. Are there any other children who will be attending? My daughter is 15, and not especially thrilled about attending an all-adult event. Especially one where she has to bowl. :s If there are any kids of b-f'ers who will be hanging out at home with their computers or TV's, she'd go for that, I think.

Let me know what is expected.

Thanks!
Lynn



Saturday, March 22

4pm ~~ Tea/coffee and sweets at Fiorentina Italian bakery (this is the only place I can think of that can accomodate a lot of people)

6-8pm ~~ Gallatica karaoke bowling!

8pm ~~ Dinner at a Chinese restaurant (because they can usually seat a lot of people on a Sat night)

10pm on ~~ Drinks and dancing at Diva's

[Holliday]

Good gloomy afternoon, Noho.

This week a couple b/f social regulars are out-of-town. I have a commitment on Tuesday night this week so I'm hoping we can make it on Wednesday night. My daughter and her friend (both queer) will be in town and I'll bring them along.

March 19, Wednesday, 7:30
The Wig b/f social @
Wiggins Tavern
Hotel Northampton

And don't forget next weekend!:

Saturday, March 22

4pm ~~ Tea/coffee and sweets at Fiorentina Italian bakery (this is the only place I can think of that can accomodate a lot of people)

6-8pm ~~ Gallatica karaoke bowling!

8pm ~~ Dinner at a Chinese restaurant (because they can usually seat a lot of people on a Sat night)

10pm on ~~ Drinks and dancing at Diva's

Miss Robin

Did anyone read today's NYT Magazine section about transmen at women's colleges? Smith is mentioned, as is Brett-Genny from the Stonewall Center at UMass.

Yay. I can probably make it to the Wed. evening gathering, and possibly to the bowling next weekend, too. :) Wednesdays are much better for me than Tuesdays.

Also, Happy St. Patrick's Day to the Irish among us! (y)(h)

[JesterButch]

6-8pm ~~ Gallatica karaoke bowling!

I will rearrange my schedule to AT LEAST take pictures of this
being kind of a "bowling snob" if there is such a thing (maybe it's an oxymoron lol)
yes, I was an extreme bowler in my youth meaning I took copious amounts of ummm, "art supplies" and tried to "beat my score" each time we went
mostly I just thought the glow in the dark stuff was really pretty <:o)

ah youth, wasted
ah, wasted youth
ah

AHHHHHHHHHH :P

[miss robin]

Yay. I can probably make it to the Wed. evening gathering, and possibly to the bowling next weekend, too. :) Wednesdays are much better for me than Tuesdays.

Oh good! Holliday I hope we see you tonight! And this weekend.

Jesterbutch, see you on Saturday. I like bowling but I prefer sitting on the molded plastics seats, drinking a soda, and gabbing until someone says, "Robin, your turn ... Robin, your turn ... ROBIN, YOUR TURN!!!!..." ;)

And Lynn, yes, there are other teenagers this weekend. Pearls has a son and I might be able to twist my son's arm and his girlfriend's into coming. My daughter might be around but she might be heading back to school on Sat because she works on Sunday.

Miss Robin

[Sophisticated1]

Evening Northampton

Well its official. I have reached the dreading summer stage. :| The other half of the Incredibly Coy Duo just called from Florida of all wretched places and said things like "80 degrees" and "sitting in the sun" and "I thought of how you would hate it" ... and she was right! :'(

Please Please Please whoever the weather gods are are, please dont let it get over 85 or humid and no long stretches of the hot ickies please. I promise to be a good butch just dont bring on the hell of the 90's .. in the name of humanity and all things good and kind.

Signed,
1,S1

[nhplowboi]

Alright, who pulled the fire alarm?

[miss robin]

I was reminded at the b/f social last night that I should give directions. Here we go:

Saturday, March 22

4pm ~~ Tea/coffee and sweets at La Fiorentina Italian bakery (this is the only place I can think of that can accomodate a lot of people)

If you're coming off I91, make a left off the ramp and you'll be on Pleasant St. Take that about 1/2 mile to Armory which is right before the main Noho intersection. Make a left and drive a few stores and you'll see La Fiorentina on your right.

6-8pm ~~ Gallatica karaoke bowling!

Spare Time Bowling. Off I91, make a left and it's right there near the on-ramp.

8pm ~~ Dinner at a Chinese restaurant (because they can usually seat a lot of people on a Sat night)

Teapot Restaurant. On Main Street not far from the corner of Pleasant and Main. It's across the street from the big church -- First something or another.

10pm on ~~ Drinks and dancing at Diva's

Divas is right across the street from the bowling alley on Pleasant St.

See you on Saturday! I'm excited to see old friends and meet new people!

Miss Robin

[msmoxie]

back from (ip)(ip) and realizing this is the event-filled weekend.

i am working all weekend--in fact--oh-oh--I'm gonna be late if I don't hurry here.:s

hope everyone has a divine time this weekend--not sure what or if I'll make it to any of the events--i'm sure it will be a grand time. (hey, when did i start using S1 speak?)

waving hello to everyone--see you this weekend, perhaps! (k)(k)
mox

[PearlsNLace]

We are really tempted to stay for the dance, so we may leave our son at home....

Really, really looking forward to meeting everybody!

Misha (Pearls) and Traci (Coach T)

[miss robin]

We are really tempted to stay for the dance, so we may leave our son at home....

Really, really looking forward to meeting everybody!

Misha (Pearls) and Traci (Coach T)

Rob and I are looking forward to meeting you both. MsMoxie, I hope you can make it to something!

Miss Robin

[PearlsNLace]

Helloo to everybody we met last night!

We (Trace and I) had a GREAT time last night, and Im so glad we got to do everything!!

So wonderful to meet ya'all, and we are looking forward to doing the next thing we can!

With love,

Misha/Pearls

[miss robin]

Helloo to everybody we met last night!

We (Trace and I) had a GREAT time last night, and Im so glad we got to do everything!!

So wonderful to meet ya'all, and we are looking forward to doing the next thing we can!

With love,

Misha/Pearls

Misha, I loved meeting you and Trace! You're both such smart, upbeat, easygoing people.

That was a really fun evening! I never had such a good time bowling. :)

Blavatsky, thanks for joining us. You have to come down more often so I can pick your brain and figure out how you really tick.

Miss Robin

[miss robin]

Tomorrow night:

(back to) Tuesday Night at the Wig
March 25, 7:30pm
Wiggins Tavern,
Northampton Hotel

Come for 'tinis and 'tails and conversation with some of Noho's more alluring characters ~~ (h)

Miss Robin

[msmoxie]

where have all the threaders gone?(8)


hoping the weekend extravaganza was fabulous!
who showed up? stories? do tell!
looking forward to hearing about it and catching up at the wig tomorrow.

(f), mox, finally joining the living again.

[Blavatsky]

Helloo to everybody we met last night!

We (Trace and I) had a GREAT time last night, and Im so glad we got to do everything!!

So wonderful to meet ya'all, and we are looking forward to doing the next thing we can!

With love,

Misha/Pearls

Nice to meet you both.

[Blavatsky]

Misha, I loved meeting you and Trace! You're both such smart, upbeat, easygoing people.

That was a really fun evening! I never had such a good time bowling. :)

Blavatsky, thanks for joining us. You have to come down more often so I can pick your brain and figure out how you really tick.

Miss Robin

It was a pleasure.
Hope you and STB enjoyed your trip yesterday and that you saw many dirty pictures... at the Met.
P.S. No picking! No unraveling the Blav!

[msmoxie]

allow me to "butt in" with my dirty met story.;)

s1 and i were at the met this fall. at one point she turned around to find me transfixed by a statue. we looked at each other. i looked back at the statue and said to s1,
wow. he's got a great butt.....

hee.


It was a pleasure.
Hope you and STB enjoyed your trip yesterday and that you saw many dirty pictures... at the Met.
P.S. No picking! No unraveling the Blav!

[miss robin]

It was a pleasure.
Hope you and STB enjoyed your trip yesterday and that you saw many dirty pictures... at the Met.
P.S. No picking! No unraveling the Blav!

I won't tell anyone what Enormous Bugs, Cunt, Feet, Yo Mama, Genderfuck I find lurking in your cranium, Blav.

At the Met STB and I saw Courbet's Origin of the World,
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/L'Origine_du_monde (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/L'Origine_du_monde)
which the museum tucked behind a wall in a gallery back alley. I thought Lacan owned that painting but he owned an abstract landscape-ish version of it. The Sleepers is a lush, gorgeous painting:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Courbet_Sleep.jpg
The pearls on the bed. Those fascinated me.

Ms Moxie, a fun day was had by all. We all had a strike or two in bowling -- even Rob, who bowls like a cross between Fred Flintstone and the Godfather because he's avoiding doing anything that looks like a curtsy. Cicibird didn't bowl because she was being demure and wouldn't change her shoes, and Blavatsky wasn't there yet. At Divas, I danced with Liz/Lizivious (sp?) and Cynnical butch made a brief appearance sporting a very nice haircut. Blavatsky has a cool hair look and had on a nice retro heavy metal t-shirt. Misha/Pearls and Trace are both kickass bowlers and incredibly good dancers and just all around terrific people (and they had nice clothes and hair too. lol). Boxergal sings like you wouldn't believe. She did Patsy Cline karaoke at the bowling alley (maybe I am in Kansas afterall?) and is also a good dancer. Oh yeah, and at dinner we were joined by the young couple, Butchboston and Melissa (whose screen name I don't know, but she was on the femme mobile last Pride).

See you for tinis tomorrow night!

Miss Robin

[Blavatsky]

I won't tell anyone what Enormous Bugs, Cunt, Feet, Yo Mama, Genderfuck I find lurking in your cranium, Blav.

At the Met STB and I saw Courbet's Origin of the World,
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/L'Origine_du_monde (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/L'Origine_du_monde)
which the museum tucked behind a wall in a gallery back alley. I thought Lacan owned that painting but he owned an abstract landscape-ish version of it. The Sleepers is a lush, gorgeous painting:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Courbet_Sleep.jpg
The pearls on the bed. Those fascinated me.

Ms Moxie, a fun day was had by all. We all had a strike or two in bowling -- even Rob, who bowls like a cross between Fred Flintstone and the Godfather because he's avoiding doing anything that looks like a curtsy. Cicibird didn't bowl because she was being demure and wouldn't change her shoes, and Blavatsky wasn't there yet. At Divas, I danced with Liz/Lizivious (sp?) and Cynnical butch made a brief appearance sporting a very nice haircut. Blavatsky has a cool hair look and had on a nice retro heavy metal t-shirt. Misha/Pearls and Trace are both kickass bowlers and incredibly good dancers and just all around terrific people (and they had nice clothes and hair too. lol). Boxergal sings like you wouldn't believe. She did Patsy Cline karaoke at the bowling alley (maybe I am in Kansas afterall?) and is also a good dancer. Oh yeah, and at dinner we were joined by the young couple, Butchboston and Melissa (whose screen name I don't know, but she was on the femme mobile last Pride).

See you for tinis tomorrow night!

Miss Robin


The sad thing is, it was actually a CURRENT heavy metal t-shirt! haha.
P.S. Jesus, I missed karaoke?!
P.S.S. I can't believe they placed The Origin of The World behind a wall, like the "porn section" in the video store. Then again, our local art center posted warnings at an art exhibit celebrating Breastfeeding informing patrons that they were about to see Naked Breasts. So, wtf do I know...

[Blavatsky]

allow me to "butt in" with my dirty met story.;)

s1 and i were at the met this fall. at one point she turned around to find me transfixed by a statue. we looked at each other. i looked back at the statue and said to s1,
wow. he's got a great butt.....

hee.

That is disgusting! I'm calling John Ashcroft right now to put some underwear on that statue!
lol...

[msmoxie]

pish posh.
please don't.

oh, really?
i'll see your john and raise you a mapplethorpe.;)

sorry i missed meeting you this weekend. i've been a bit antisocial lately. perhaps another time, wittyblav?
--mox


That is disgusting! I'm calling John Ashcroft right now to put some underwear on that statue!
lol...

[msmoxie]

Thanks for the update!!
see you tomorrow.
(d)mox



Ms Moxie, a fun day was had by all. We all had a strike or two in bowling -- even Rob, who bowls like a cross between Fred Flintstone and the Godfather because he's avoiding doing anything that looks like a curtsy. Cicibird didn't bowl because she was being demure and wouldn't change her shoes, and Blavatsky wasn't there yet. At Divas, I danced with Liz/Lizivious (sp?) and Cynnical butch made a brief appearance sporting a very nice haircut. Blavatsky has a cool hair look and had on a nice retro heavy metal t-shirt. Misha/Pearls and Trace are both kickass bowlers and incredibly good dancers and just all around terrific people (and they had nice clothes and hair too. lol). Boxergal sings like you wouldn't believe. She did Patsy Cline karaoke at the bowling alley (maybe I am in Kansas afterall?) and is also a good dancer. Oh yeah, and at dinner we were joined by the young couple, Butchboston and Melissa (whose screen name I don't know, but she was on the femme mobile last Pride).

See you for tinis tomorrow night!

Miss Robin

[Blavatsky]

pish posh.
please don't.

oh, really?
i'll see your john and raise you a mapplethorpe.;)

sorry i missed meeting you this weekend. i've been a bit antisocial lately. perhaps another time, wittyblav?
--mox

I look forward to it...

[Stone_to_bone]

My dear, what a lovely day we had...But The Origin of the World itself was owned by Lacan (he was the last private owner, before it made its way from museum to museum--this is what the placard said). His brother-in-law was Andre Masson, who saw the painting at Lacan's abode and painted the surrealist immitation of the painting at Lacan's request. Lacan probably at one point owned them both, actually.

There is too much art to see in the world. I'm glad we made it to that show. The Origin of the World was astounding to come upon (so to speak) suddenly and intersting to consider in terms of how provocative and daring it was at the time it was created but there were so many other fabulous paintings.

Those Balthus paintings were something.


STB

[Lady C Sparkle]

...........this is a driveby (au) ..........(x)(x)(x)(x).......*waving* ...or more appropriately... a flyby(ap)...........is it Spring here yet? 8-)

I'm lovin' all the art-talk in here! :)

& as regards censored art:: one of my favourite artists ever is: Chris Ofili (http://www.victoria-miro.com/artists/6,biog/)<---clickclick

he's infamous in this country for being the artist Guiliani tried to shut down in Brooklyn for his use of elephant dung in his depiction of the Virgin Mary. (he uses dried elephant dung as supports for his canvases - for most of his large scale work)

i met him in Venice at the Biennale in '03 at the British Pavillion ~ & i was so in-awe of his work that i stumbled all over myself mute & blushing & when he was signing my catalog (and drawing me a picture *squeeee*) ...........

i managed to stutter & squeak out: "i love your work, i love sparkle" :$ :$ :$

[miss robin]

...........this is a driveby (au) ..........(x)(x)(x)(x).......*waving* ...or more appropriately... a flyby(ap)...........is it Spring here yet? 8-)

I'm lovin' all the art-talk in here! :)

& as regards censored art:: one of my favourite artists ever is: Chris Ofili (http://www.victoria-miro.com/artists/6,biog/)<---clickclick

he's infamous in this country for being the artist Guiliani tried to shut down in Brooklyn for his use of elephant dung in his depiction of the Virgin Mary. (he uses dried elephant dung as supports for his canvases - for most of his large scale work)

i met him in Venice at the Biennale in '03 at the British Pavillion ~ & i was so in-awe of his work that i stumbled all over myself mute & blushing & when he was signing my catalog (and drawing me a picture *squeeee*) ...........

i managed to stutter & squeak out: "i love your work, i love sparkle" :$ :$ :$




:| I thought Chris Ofili was a she! I have no idea why though.

Rob, I loved those Balthus paintings too. Pervert.

The Bone is going to Virginia this weekend until about Tuesday to clean out his mother's house. I'm sticking around with the dogs. Does anyone want to get together on Sat or Sunday? (you know, godforbid I went unentertained for a day or two.)

Miss Robin

[Kimbo]

GO MARINERS!!!! (b)(b)(b)

Kick some ass this year 8o|8o|8o|

Oooops wrong thread (a)

[MsCK]

Hello everyone!! Just a note to say "HI". I am still in Florida. I finally made it out with my new surf board. I miss you all VERY much! It's great to hear that the thread is still booming with activity. Hope to see you all at pride in May. (k)(ip)(l) Love to all, celena

[miss robin]

GO MARINERS!!!! (b)(b)(b)

Kick some ass this year 8o|8o|8o|

Oooops wrong thread (a)

Hi Kimbo, from across the country. Are you thinking maybe we're a group of seabound butches and femmes here in Noho? What does this mean?

CK! Are you coming back for Pride? Are you coming back ever?

[funluvin']

Hello Fellow Valley Womyn

Welll I am so upset that I am just now finidng out about the bf weekend. I would have loved to have attended this event. I don't know why i was not receiving the emails.

Oh well maybe next time.

peace,
Funluvin'

[miss robin]

Hello Fellow Valley Womyn

Welll I am so upset that I am just now finidng out about the bf weekend. I would have loved to have attended this event. I don't know why i was not receiving the emails.

Oh well maybe next time.

peace,
Funluvin'

Hi Funluvin' ~~ As far as I know, all things B/F-Northampton have been reduced to this thread so you've got to check in here! Are you still living in the area? If so, on Tues nights we have a b/f get-together at Wiggins Tavern in Hotel Northampton. We'll also plan something for Pride, but not just yet.

Which is as good a time as any to post a reminder!:

Tuesday, April 1st, 7;30
Drink night at The Wig
Wiggins Tavern on the couches around the fireplace
Hotel Northampton

[miss robin]

GlamMama just sent me this which is opening next week in SF:

I can't find any reliable information on the web about the exact location or time. Any 5-college insiders have the scoop?

The Center for Sex and Culture presents
BODY HEAT: a femme porn tour

This will be an evening of fierce, decadent performances/readings by Vixen Noir/Veronica Combs, Celestina Pearl, kathleen delaney and Jen Cross

~Body Heat: A femme porn tour~

Body Heat is a collective of fierce, sassy, irreverent Femme artists setting
ablaze performance art communities and smashing Femme stereotypes. Porn, Kink, Smut, Erotica - Body Heat is not reclaiming our sex so much as OWNING it.

We will turn you on.

We will challenge all of your gender, sex, feminist, social, & political
boundaries & assumptions.

We will entertain the hell out of you.

Mostly we will leave you panting, begging, dripping for more.

(deleted lots of dates)

April 11 @ Mount Holyoke, Northampton, MA.

Spread the word and bring your friends! Visit
http://www.myspace.com/femmeporntour (http://www.myspace.com/femmeporntour) for more info!


Miss Robin

[msmoxie]

Morning Noho!

hoping we are all well and laughing at the classic new england spring weather--snow and gloves and scarves on fri and sat and short sleeves on sunday!

hi CK!

thanks for the flyby lady c!

welcome funlovin!

until tini's tomorrow....mox

ps-- last week there was a bit of discussion about changing tini time til 8 since many of us cannot make it for 730. many of us (raising my hand) get there when we get there when we can get there if we can get there...kind of like a drop in thing. thoughts??

[miss robin]

ps-- last week there was a bit of discussion about changing tini time til 8 since many of us cannot make it for 730. many of us (raising my hand) get there when we get there when we can get there if we can get there...kind of like a drop in thing. thoughts??

Yes! 8pm! My Tuesday evening client is now 6pm so by the time I'm home and changed and at the Wig, it's usually 8pm and Boxergal is giving me the fish eye because I'm late and she's holding down the tables from innocent straight bar attendees.

Rob is in Virginia so it'll be me, solo, buying my own martini :'(

Miss Robin

Tuesday, April 1st, 8pm
Drink night at The Wig
Wiggins Tavern on the couches around the fireplace
Hotel Northampton

[funluvin']

Anyone going this weekend ???
Funluvin'

[Sophisticated1]

Yes! 8pm! My Tuesday evening client is now 6pm so by the time I'm home and changed and at the Wig, it's usually 8pm and Boxergal is giving me the fish eye because I'm late and she's holding down the tables from innocent straight bar attendees.

Rob is in Virginia so it'll be me, solo, buying my own martini :'(

Miss Robin

Tuesday, April 1st, 8pm
Drink night at The Wig
Wiggins Tavern on the couches around the fireplace
Hotel Northampton

LOL yes, the concept of "being late" is interesting. I think of it rather like, one can be late for work, late for a movie, late for a plane or late for a date, but the Wiggins things seem more like folks just show up sometime after (7:30 now 8:00) and we stay till around thus and so depending on the crowd. It is really more of an "ish" time than a written in stone time.

S1 <-- who will likely be there at some point.;)

[JesterButch]

(d) is there such a thing ? would that be like a REALLY REALLY dry martini LOL <:o)

I just found out there is BRANDY in rescue remedy stress relief, an organic and may I add EXPENSIVE little cornucopia treat I purchased recently (w)

my fabu femme friend (g), are you lurking here somewhere? STOLE it from me today and this is my REALLY REALLY long winded way of saying I would love to join you guys there for a cuppa or a non-alcoholic martini (d) but I am on the (au) and I don't mean volkswagon wagon

so there,

Jester :-*:$(l)

mea culpa (l)

[miss robin]

LOL yes, the concept of "being late" is interesting. I think of it rather like, one can be late for work, late for a movie, late for a plane or late for a date, but the Wiggins things seem more like folks just show up sometime after (7:30 now 8:00) and we stay till around thus and so depending on the crowd. It is really more of an "ish" time than a written in stone time.

S1 <-- who will likely be there at some point.;)

That's quite the theory, S1! See you tomorrow .... whenever. :)

Jester, several people don't drink alcohol. And those of us who do are the one martini or a couple beers types. It's not a let's get sloshed kind of get-together. Maybe see you tomorrow?

Miss Robin

[msmoxie]

jester--

it's true.
some of us only have non alcoholic bevvies.
and --we're not a wild drinking kind of bunch.
if that works for you--hope to see you sometime.
you know the place/time from here.

mox


That's quite the theory, S1! See you tomorrow .... whenever. :)

Jester, several people don't drink alcohol. And those of us who do are the one martini or a couple beers types. It's not a let's get sloshed kind of get-together. Maybe see you tomorrow?

Miss Robin

[JesterButch]

hope to come by, it's hard to be around alcohol sometimes (d)
but I love being around femmes <:o)

thanks for the invite!

paz~~~(l)

[funluvin']

Hello all: I have a dance ticket that I will not be able to use. If anyone would like to purchase it please let me know. If you cannot afford to purchase it, you can have it for free.

Peace,
Funluvin'

[Sophisticated1]

Well, it seems that I got a case of hermititis last night. With work piled up around me and books and papers in disarray, I suddenly felt the need to be reclusive and clear the decks. Ooo just writing about things being out of order gets me edgy!8o|

Plus, with big jobs out of the way, I am now going :| um okay...next, ..... :| ... anything? I definitely have FJ. (Freelance Jitters), which is better than FT (Freelance Terrors!) I am sure some of you know exactly what I mean.

Hope those that went out last night had a grand time. I am sure that Michelle took good care of everyone.

(ap) (ap) (ap)

Hey, 8-) is the Sparkly one back from her travels yet?

And when does Mr. Bone return from this fabulously grand family “vacation” I have been reading about? (h)

Oh well off to the Post Office, (the Florence Post Office) to see if my PO Box contains the much awaited reviews from recent jobs.

Enjoy the day Northampton B’s & F’s

1, S1

[Lady C Sparkle]

(ap) (ap) (ap)

Hey, 8-) is the Sparkly one back from her travels yet?

1, S1



I'm back! I'm back!

I had a perfectly deeeeeeeeelightful time in Chicago with the boxed1.
It's a city full of amazing art & architecture. I love it much.

I'm in charge of a teenager this weekend, anyone have any grand ideas for keeping him out of trouble???
I'm thinking we'll hit the cinema one evening and maybe the Lead Randazzo show at the Iron Horse (is there an age admittance policy at the Iron Horse?)
...but i'm struggling with a greater agenda - - all suggestions are welcome.

How is everyone?

[Sophisticated1]

I'm back! I'm back!

I had a perfectly deeeeeeeeelightful time in Chicago with the boxed1.
It's a city full of amazing art & architecture. I love it much.

I'm in charge of a teenager this weekend, anyone have any grand ideas for keeping him out of trouble???
I'm thinking we'll hit the cinema one evening and maybe the Lead Randazzo show at the Iron Horse (is there an age admittance policy at the Iron Horse?)
...but i'm struggling with a greater agenda - - all suggestions are welcome.

How is everyone?

Heeeeeeey! You were missed to be sure.

Glad you had a great time away.

Hummm things to do with a teenager, gee, I am drawing a blank. Does said teenager like sports? Isn’t there some thing-a-ma-jig sporthish type thing going on at Umass curreltly? You know, orange ball thrown into hoops, some people like to watch it I hear. *shrug*

How about:
April 4th 2008
Free and open to the public.
UM Student Union Art Gallery, 416 Student Union Building
Photographic Exhibition-- Deeds Not Words
Phone Contact
545-0792
Deeds Not Words Exhibition runs March 24-April 4, 2008. Photographs of Max Roach by Edward Cohen. Exhibit Opening March 25, 2-3 pm. Join us to celebrate the life and music of Max Roach. Gallery hours: Monday-Thursday 10 am-5 pm; Friday 10 am-3 pm. Wheelchair accessible. This exhibit is sponsored by the Center for Student Development, the DuBois Department of AfroAmerican Studies, and the UMass Amherst Department of Music and Dance.

Umm how about get a lot of quarters head for the video arcade? (Hey, I’m tryin here!)

Whatever you end up doing good Lady, I hope it is fun!

Hope to see you soon

1,S1

[Lady C Sparkle]

Heeeeeeey! You were missed to be sure.

Glad you had a great time away.

Hummm things to do with a teenager, gee, I am drawing a blank. Does said teenager like sports? Isn’t there some thing-a-ma-jig sporthish type thing going on at Umass curreltly? You know, orange ball thrown into hoops, some people like to watch it I hear. *shrug*

How about:
April 4th 2008
Free and open to the public.
UM Student Union Art Gallery, 416 Student Union Building
Photographic Exhibition-- Deeds Not Words


Umm how about get a lot of quarters head for the video arcade? (Hey, I’m tryin here!)

Whatever you end up doing good Lady, I hope it is fun!

Hope to see you soon

1,S1


Ironically, I have spent a greater part of my day arranging tickets for said orange ball/hoop game...but the NIT finals happen tomorrow night & in NYC...not here...

besides the boy is not the hugest of sports fan.
(he is, afterall, my babybrother, :s )...
(we'll be hanging out while the remainder of our family attends a small white ball/wooden bat event in toronto this weekend)
skiing and tennis, we can get behind...the rest... not so much.

the max roach exhibit sounds cool, i may pop over there and check that out on my lunch break tomorrow.

* * * * * * *

we may end up sleeping late & then reading (our respective books) on either end of the sofa, which is our standard 'winter-time' agenda.

...but thanks for your suggestions 1,S1 :D

[msmoxie]

yay! the lady is home!!
there is no age issue at the horse, dearie.

*sigh* chores to do at the house of mox on a sunny day, and here i sit on the couch of s1.

but tho it seemed i was getting the ick of sick completed with the grumpyumpies....and so avoided the wig the other day, early to bed with magical tea with extra honey, i thwarted it once again! woo-shall we say--hoo.

(k) muah.




Ironically, I have spent a greater part of my day arranging tickets for said orange ball/hoop game...but the NIT finals happen tomorrow night & in NYC...not here...

besides the boy is not the hugest of sports fan.
(he is, afterall, my babybrother, :s )...
(we'll be hanging out while the remainder of our family attends a small white ball/wooden bat event in toronto this weekend)
skiing and tennis, we can get behind...the rest... not so much.

the max roach exhibit sounds cool, i may pop over there and check that out on my lunch break tomorrow.

* * * * * * *

we may end up sleeping late & then reading (our respective books) on either end of the sofa, which is our standard 'winter-time' agenda.

...but thanks for your suggestions 1,S1 :D

[theGraduate]

Hey all, when is the next get-together? Sorry I've been MIA. I missed the b-f get-together way back in January cause I was in Boston. Hope to meet you all soon.

-Grad

[miss robin]

Hey all, when is the next get-together? Sorry I've been MIA. I missed the b-f get-together way back in January cause I was in Boston. Hope to meet you all soon.

-Grad

Welcome back!

Tuesday, April 8st, 8pm
(d) (b)at The Wig
Wiggins Tavern on the couches around the fireplace
Hotel Northampton

and

Friday, April 11th
Body Heat: Femme Porn Tour
Mt. Holyoke

Though I know no more about it. Cici, can you get the scoop?

Miss Robin

[katasutra]

Miss Robin & all!

This is Jen, & I'm w/ the Body Heat tour -- we've had two fierce shows already, and would *love* to see folks out at the Noho (EaHo, really) & Boston shows!!

Mt. Holyoke didn't work out, so now we're doing a HOUSE PARTY:

7 Davis St. Apt. B, Easthampton
PLEASE RSVP: calversion13@yahoo.com

(In Boston, btw, we'll be at the Lily Pad (Truth Serum hosts!) -- it's an early show, at 3:30!)

I'm wicked excited to meet other B-F'ers around the country... :)

-k!


GlamMama just sent me this which is opening next week in SF:

I can't find any reliable information on the web about the exact location or time. Any 5-college insiders have the scoop?

The Center for Sex and Culture presents
BODY HEAT: a femme porn tour

This will be an evening of fierce, decadent performances/readings by Vixen Noir/Veronica Combs, Celestina Pearl, kathleen delaney and Jen Cross

<...snip...>

April 11 @ Mount Holyoke, Northampton, MA.

Spread the word and bring your friends! Visit
http://www.myspace.com/femmeporntour (http://www.myspace.com/femmeporntour) for more info!

[miss robin]

Jen, is it still this Friday? Rob (Stone_to_Bone) and I will be there!

Miss Robin


Miss Robin & all!

This is Jen, & I'm w/ the Body Heat tour -- we've had two fierce shows already, and would *love* to see folks out at the Noho (EaHo, really) & Boston shows!!

Mt. Holyoke didn't work out, so now we're doing a HOUSE PARTY:

7 Davis St. Apt. B, Easthampton
PLEASE RSVP: calversion13@yahoo.com

(In Boston, btw, we'll be at the Lily Pad (Truth Serum hosts!) -- it's an early show, at 3:30!)

I'm wicked excited to meet other B-F'ers around the country... :)

-k!

[JesterButch]

I can't keep up w/ya wenches
it was Tuesday then Wednesday and now its Tuesday again :o:|:@

I will just wait for the next Lolly Polloser at the Bowling Alley or sumthin :$+o(<:o):-*

Somebody has a thing for smiley icons, ya think?

I am with all you bitches in spirit and I mean bitches in the nicest of ways REALLY (l)(um)(l)

[miss robin]

I can't keep up w/ya wenches
it was Tuesday then Wednesday and now its Tuesday again :o:|:@

I will just wait for the next Lolly Polloser at the Bowling Alley or sumthin :$+o(<:o):-*

Somebody has a thing for smiley icons, ya think?

I am with all you bitches in spirit and I mean bitches in the nicest of ways REALLY (l)(um)(l)

It was only on Wednesday once. We like to mix things up.

Tonight
Tuesday, April 8st, 8pm
(d) (b)at The Wig
Wiggins Tavern on the couches around the fireplace
Hotel Northampton

Miss Robin

[Sophisticated1]

Hey all you Northamptonites and Friends.

Hope you have a good time at Wiggins tonight. Have a seltzer and cranberry juice for me!

Hey did anyone hear about the dumb ass that shot the black bear that had walked into his lawn in Granby. He says the bear got "too close" to his house and was "after his cats" so he had to shoot it with a bow and arrow. Of course the dumb ass only wounded it and it ran off into the woods where the environmental cops had to track it down and put it down.

Classic example of IGNORANCE and STUPIDITY. Although personally, I think he just wanted to kill a bear, he had what looked like serious 60 to 70 lb draw hunting bow and arrows of the broad head 3 bladed type. I would love to take one of his arrows and shove it... oh never mind. This is exactly why I didn't become an environmental cop. The end of the story would be about how he trip and fell on his arrow. The police are pressing charges against him. I bet he will get off easily, with some tiny fine at most.

Okay not only am I sick, now Im mad... grrrrr: 8o| :rant2:

- breathe S1 breathe -

Hope folks have a grad evening.

1, S1

[msmoxie]

we missed you.
and yes, there was a good deal of cran and seltzer going around.
bad man, bad man in granby! bad!
don't blend into the couch,mkay? feel better.:feelbetter:
(k)mox


Hey all you Northamptonites and Friends.

Hope you have a good time at Wiggins tonight. Have a seltzer and cranberry juice for me!

Hey did anyone hear about the dumb ass that shot the black bear that had walked into his lawn in Granby. He says the bear got "too close" to his house and was "after his cats" so he had to shoot it with a bow and arrow. Of course the dumb ass only wounded it and it ran off into the woods where the environmental cops had to track it down and put it down.

Classic example of IGNORANCE and STUPIDITY. Although personally, I think he just wanted to kill a bear, he had what looked like serious 60 to 70 lb draw hunting bow and arrows of the broad head 3 bladed type. I would love to take one of his arrows and shove it... oh never mind. This is exactly why I didn't become an environmental cop. The end of the story would be about how he trip and fell on his arrow. The police are pressing charges against him. I bet he will get off easily, with some tiny fine at most.

Okay not only am I sick, now Im mad... grrrrr: 8o| :rant2:

- breathe S1 breathe -

Hope folks have a grad evening.

1, S1

[Sophisticated1]

sure is quiet in these here parts.. was that a tumbleweed?

Hey Miss R,

What do you know about the ASJA? Thoughts one them?

S1

[miss robin]

sure is quiet in these here parts.. was that a tumbleweed?

Hey Miss R,

What do you know about the ASJA? Thoughts one them?

S1

Tumbleweeds always remind me of a really scary Twilight Zone I saw when I was a kid. I'm scared by tumbleweeds. I've dreamed of them.

I don't belong to any organizations for writers, editors, or indexers. Do you? Some people do for the health insurance. It's probably unwise of me not to be affiliated. I just joined LinkedIn but don't know how to navigate yet.

Can you believe what a gorgeous day it is?! I dropped my car off at Noho Tire to have my tires switched and I walked to the PO (Boxergal, you weren't there but Hellllp YOUUUUUU was) and then to Deals & Steals to see if they had any running shoes I liked (n), and then I bought a Margaret Atwood book at Broadside, Onxy and Crake, and sat outside at Woodstar with an ice latte and scone and the book. It could have been the French Riviera, I was so pleased to sit and read in the warm sun after the winter. Then I called Rob to pick me up :) because my sandals unexplicably hurt my feet (my feet changed since last year?).

At that's all the news from over here.

Miss Robin

[Sophisticated1]

Tumbleweeds always remind me of a really scary Twilight Zone I saw when I was a kid. I'm scared by tumbleweeds. I've dreamed of them.

I don't belong to any organizations for writers, editors, or indexers. Do you? Some people do for the health insurance. It's probably unwise of me not to be affiliated. I just joined LinkedIn but don't know how to navigate yet.

Can you believe what a gorgeous day it is?! I dropped my car off at Noho Tire to have my tires switched and I walked to the PO (Boxergal, you weren't there but Hellllp YOUUUUUU was) and then to Deals & Steals to see if they had any running shoes I liked (n), and then I bought a Margaret Atwood book at Broadside, Onxy and Crake, and sat outside at Woodstar with an ice latte and scone and the book. It could have been the French Riviera, I was so pleased to sit and read in the warm sun after the winter. Then I called Rob to pick me up :) because my sandals unexplicably hurt my feet (my feet changed since last year?).

At that's all the news from over here.

Miss Robin


Hey Miss R.

Twilight Zone was a scary show!! I think I saw that episode. I'll not use the reference again if it scares you :|

Yes, I belong to the Society for Environmental Journalists. I was looking at a ASJA conference that is taking place in NYC this weekend, but as I saw it so late, attending wasn’t really an option.

Yes it was a beautiful day! Time to take the kayak out of hiding! We have had deer tromping through the field in front of my house almost every morning. Me? Oh I’m inside on the computer, which seems wrong, very wrong!

1,S1

[funluvin']

Is the show at Mt holyoke canceled i was planning on going today at 3:30 in cambridge if anyone wants to car pool.
Here is the info. they are going to dinner and ice cream afterwards this is with the madfemme pride group.



Peace,
funluvin'


Here's the plan:

Stop 1:Body Heat: Femme Porn Tour 2008
Lily Pad
1353 Cambridge Street Inman Square Cambridge
$8 3:30-6:30 (early show)
http://www.truthserum... for more info.

Stop 2: Bukowski's for food and/or drinks
http://boston.citysea...
1281 Cambridge St

Stop 3: Christina's for ice cream
http://boston.citysea...
1255 Cambridge St

[Holliday]

Is the show at Mt holyoke canceled i was planning on going today at 3:30 in cambridge if anyone wants to car pool.
Here is the info. they are going to dinner and ice cream afterwards this is with the madfemme pride group.



Peace,
funluvin'


Here's the plan:

Stop 1:Body Heat: Femme Porn Tour 2008
Lily Pad
1353 Cambridge Street Inman Square Cambridge
$8 3:30-6:30 (early show)
http://www.truthserum... for more info.

Stop 2: Bukowski's for food and/or drinks
http://boston.citysea...
1281 Cambridge St

Stop 3: Christina's for ice cream
http://boston.citysea...
1255 Cambridge St

Hi, Funluvin'. The Mt. Holyoke gig didn't happen, so they performed at someone's house instead. It was great! I'm sure you'll like what you see in Boston. :)

[JesterButch]

I'm confused, as far as I recollect, all the good stuff happens in Cambridge and that really isn't "Western MA" is it now? (ip):s(ip)

nOHO, i Love you but give me Park Avenue (ap)

just kidding, I'm here for life, I gotta stay and watch my kid become a full size diva like her Mama (l)

in the meantime, catch us at Yellow Sofa in a week or two and then Gay Pride ()YAY()

Miss R, I think it's great that you have your butch trained so well
Mine does the same thing when her feet hurt or she can't reach something ;)

love to all the Femmes, porn stars or otherwise |-)

[msmoxie]

morning noho.
i've been MIA myself.

this week's ADVOCATE has a cover story on neo-burlesque. i only flipped the pages and have not read it yet. but it looks pretty interesting.

i think i will drag my butt outside and read on my patio if i can get away from this site. i can;t see the screen if i take my pc out there.

but it's gorgeous out and i can;t bear to be inside.

i am feeling kinda sick, better than yesterday, so a lazy day of pleasure reading is what i need to do.

xx to all (minus my cooties.) mox

[Sophisticated1]

Yes it is a beautiful day in the neighborhood. One would think I would be out tromping about the woods or the like, but no… the list says “clean basement.” Plus my favorite woods tromper arounder is sick so, clean the basement it is. (Although today is perfect S1 weather, just the right temperature * sigh *)

Perhaps the “cleaning the basement” can spill over onto the patio outside the basement and turn into a wee bit of gardening… hummm …


LOL S1, at a porn show? :o I tend to restrict my viewing of, or participation in anything risqué or pornographic to the privacy of my home. :-# And that is about all I am saying about that as in the S1 world that is already TMI! :| Lol

Hope all who attend have a grand time though.

Mox: GET BETTER :feelbetter:

Miss R Here’s to happy, pain free feet! :crutch: By the way what is LinkedIn?

Enjoy the day

1, S1

[wanderer64]

hey north hampton!!!!!!!!!!!!! I figured I would post this over here because you all aint too far from albany............

any Irish dancing fans over here????.......... micheal flatley is coming to Albany, the palace theater

this guy is awesome, irish dancing on steroids (I am a kraut and I think he is awesome, pretty good huh?)

I am going with my cousin because its her birthday and plus I owe her one.

Just letting you all know........... May 1st ..........

I cant wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!! wooooooooooohooooooooooooo

[wanderer64]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zaSUjZ6mUp0


I hope this plays....... this is micheal flatley

[miss robin]

(*)Weekly reminder(*)

Tomorrow night:

(d)(b) or not ~ at the Wig
Tuesday, 4/15, 8pm
Wiggins Tavern
Hotel Northampton

I can't make it this week. I have a monthly Board meeting. I'll miss you guys.

Wanderer, Sophisticated1 is our local Irishbutch and afficionado of many things Irish. I'm not a stepdancing fan but I know enough to know that Michael Flatley is the guy.

You might want to head our way a couple days after the performance for Northampton Pride on May 3rd:

http://www.northamptonpride.org/ (http://www.northamptonpride.org/)

Miss Robin

[Sophisticated1]

1, S1, “Aficionado of many things Irish” ya, kinda has a ring to it. I’ll keep it.

I saw Michael Flatley a thousand years ago when he was performing on a tour with the Chieftains. Nobody knew him back then and he was just “that young guy with the amazingly high kicks and fast feet!” lol

I was in Ireland when Riverdance hit the scene. Ha I bought a video of the performance, and being a bit techno-impaired, I had no idea that the recording systems were different in Europe than here. So, really what I did was by a video of snow in Ireland! :s

Might actually be able to make the Tuesday night soirée this time around. I don’t know though, I heard Michele our favorite bartender was MIA last time. :'(

Slainte,
1, S1

[katasutra]

Hi, Funluvin'. The Mt. Holyoke gig didn't happen, so they performed at someone's house instead. It was great! I'm sure you'll like what you see in Boston. :)

Hey Holliday!! Thanks so much for coming out to the Easthampton show -- we *loved* it there; what a gorgeous group of folks. After trying to shout over a bar-full of folks in Columbus, OH, Easthampton was an absolute delight. :)

all best!
Jen

[katasutra]

funluvin', thank you so much for getting the word out -- I'm so sorry for the confusion about the easthampton show! We had SUCH a good time in Boston -- lord help us. :) It was such a good-looking crowd, I could hardly concentrate... ;)

best best best!
Jen


Is the show at Mt holyoke canceled i was planning on going today at 3:30 in cambridge if anyone wants to car pool.
Here is the info. they are going to dinner and ice cream afterwards this is with the madfemme pride group.



Peace,
funluvin'


Here's the plan:

Stop 1:Body Heat: Femme Porn Tour 2008
Lily Pad
1353 Cambridge Street Inman Square Cambridge
$8 3:30-6:30 (early show)
http://www.truthserum... for more info.

Stop 2: Bukowski's for food and/or drinks
http://boston.citysea...
1281 Cambridge St

Stop 3: Christina's for ice cream
http://boston.citysea...
1255 Cambridge St

[funluvin']

i went to the show and it was great!!
funluvin'

[msmoxie]

evening, threaders!

so...S1 and i arrived at the wig around 815...and hung out with Michelle the uber-tender for a while.both of us sans phone. we talked about 1980s and 1990s TV.

Name those cop shows!
and the Fire Dept show in NYC....

Mr Bone--she said we just missed you.
that'll teach us to be fashionably late.

but SVU is on so, uh, buh-bye.
see you all next time?!

have a great night, all

xx mox

[miss robin]

evening, threaders!

so...S1 and i arrived at the wig around 815...and hung out with Michelle the uber-tender for a while.both of us sans phone. we talked about 1980s and 1990s TV.

Name those cop shows!
and the Fire Dept show in NYC....

Mr Bone--she said we just missed you.
that'll teach us to be fashionably late.

but SVU is on so, uh, buh-bye.
see you all next time?!

have a great night, all

xx mox

Argh! I just got home from a long tedious meeting wishing I were at the Wig instead having a 'tini with you two. I fed Mister Bone first so he may have been a little woozy from the seductive qualities of femme-cooked food. I'm glad to hear Michelle is back!

We'll be there next Tues.

Miss Robin

[softness]

And now that I am all moved in and a resident of NH, I will be at the Wig as well, more often!!!!

Looking forward to more evenings out with butch-femmes!

[miss robin]

And now that I am all moved in and a resident of NH, I will be at the Wig as well, more often!!!!

Looking forward to more evenings out with butch-femmes!

Welcome Softness!! I hope to see you and Plow at the Wig!

Next Tuesday at The Wig is Earth Day. How about if we all dress in birkenstocks and fleece. NOT. Is there a special thing happening on that day? S1, do you know? You're the environmental (Irish afficionado of Irish things) dude...

Btw S1, LinkedIn is a professional networking site with tens of thousands of members. I've yet to do a profile and figure it out, but once I showed up at all, old friends and even a half-sister I barely know, contacted me.

Miss Robin

[Sophisticated1]

[B]Welcome Softness!! I hope to see you and Plow at the Wig!

Next Tuesday at The Wig is Earth Day. How about if we all dress in birkenstocks and fleece. NOT. Is there a special thing happening on that day? S1, do you know? You're the environmental (Irish afficionado of Irish things) dude...

Btw S1, LinkedIn is a professional networking site with tens of thousands of members. I've yet to do a profile and figure it out, but once I showed up at all, old friends and even a half-sister I barely know, contacted me.

Miss Robin


I am not sure about anything happening in Northampton on Earth Day.
There is this link for those who are interested in sort of “nutshell information” regarding Massachusetts and the environment:

http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=mg2homepage&L=1&L0=Home&sid=massgov2

Birkenstocks? Why, I’ll have you know I have never worn Birkenstocks in my life LOL!

8-) Of course, we could celebrate the day/week ourselves by bringing some current environmental/ecological topics to the table. I mean hell, anything and everything is related to the environment, even having a drink or putting on nail polish.

Why should folks who love Margarita love bats as well?
Tequila is produced from agave plants, whose flowers open at night and attract bats with their nectar. As the bats feed from the flowers, their fur gets coated with pollen, which is then spread to other plants as they search for more food.
The bats and the agave plants have become so dependent upon each other, scientists believe neither species could survive in the wild without the other. In fact, the seed production of agave plants drops to one-three thousandth of normal when bats are not around to cross-pollinate them.

Toxic nail polish?
Have the makers of your favorite nail polish removed the DBP’s ?
The polishes, acrylics, and other products used in nail salons contain some 20 chemicals flagged by the Environmental Protection Agency as having potential symptoms and health effects.

One could go on and on.. but one has to get to work.

There, I have thrown down the environmental topics gauntlet for next week! Takers?

Have grand days all

1,S1 (A.O.I.T.)

[Blavatsky]

Last night "my" owl returned for the first time since fall.
Tonight, I hear the first peepers of the year awakening.
Soon, they will become cacophony.
The seasons are so distinctly flamboyant in Vermont.
So extraordinarily beautiful.
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[cicibird]

Next Tuesday at The Wig is Earth Day. How about if we all dress in birkenstocks and fleece. NOT. Is there a special thing happening on that day? S1, do you know? You're the environmental (Irish afficionado of Irish things) dude...


I.... have fleece... and birks. I worked at summer camp for a few too many years. I could earth day it up next week complete with a lack of makeup and wash-n-go hair. We could make a campfire and cook dinner over it and sing kumbaya?

[Sophisticated1]

I.... have fleece... and birks. I worked at summer camp for a few too many years. I could earth day it up next week complete with a lack of makeup and wash-n-go hair. We could make a campfire and cook dinner over it and sing kumbaya?


I love your versatility, really, I do. 8-) The kumbaya piece however, might just put me over the edge.


S1 ,<-- who also doesn't sing in a circle and sway :|
:D

[cicibird]

I love your versatility, really, I do. 8-) The kumbaya piece however, might just put me over the edge.


S1 ,<-- who also doesn't sing in a circle and sway :|
:D



You could... hold the lighter. How's that for environmentally friendly?

[Lady C Sparkle]

I'm quite sure that none of my shoes are environmentally sanctioned.



Hello Noho! Hope you're all well!

Maybe I'll catch some of you at Pride?
I have to work earlier in the day ~ but will pop along later that afternoon/evening.

Leah Randazzo Group (who are utterly fantastic), check out their MYSPACEPAGE (http://www.myspace.com/leahrandazzogroup) <<<<clickclick Are performing at Bishops that evening ~ I think I may pop along there that night!

[softness]

now Ms R...I happen to be wearing a pair of berkies at this very moment! And I have tons of fleece! I am, afterall, a farm femme...my purses have a western flare to them. My shoes can look like cowboi boots. But I still wear my pearls and add make up....I cant exactly clean stalls or work in the garden in heels....so I have TWO wardrobes...and isnt that just every femmes dream..to be able to shop for more? LOL....


Welcome Softness!! I hope to see you and Plow at the Wig!

Next Tuesday at The Wig is Earth Day. How about if we all dress in birkenstocks and fleece. NOT. Is there a special thing happening on that day? S1, do you know? You're the environmental (Irish afficionado of Irish things) dude...

Btw S1, LinkedIn is a professional networking site with tens of thousands of members. I've yet to do a profile and figure it out, but once I showed up at all, old friends and even a half-sister I barely know, contacted me.

Miss Robin

[msmoxie]

Welcome back and welcome home, Softness!

I have owned at least 3 pairs of birks. I have a great green pair. I havent worn them in a while. Maybe I'll drag them out and wear them *right now*. I did get rid of all my flannel a long long time ago. I love fleece. However, i am quite certain that, recycled from bottles as it may be, what fleece i do own is probably made by starving children in sweat shop conditions, and are flown here, and shipped about in bigass trucks, creating a gargantuan carbon footprint and contributing to the exploitation of children and the economies of developing nations. And, my birks are leather.

So, um. I fail the Earth Day test.

I best start swaying and singing kumbaya.
anyone got a drum?

let's replace the lighter with a few dry sticks to redeem ourselves a bit.

it's beautiful outside!!!

(l)mox

[unndunn]

Greetings to my neighbors to the north!

Can someone please tell me when Noho pride is? My friends and I are planning to take a little road trip again this year. We had a great time the past two years and look forward to doing it all again this year.

I hope to see some of you up there,
Unn

[JesterButch]

hey undunn and all others :)

Pride is Saturday May 3 at the Thornes Parking Lot (between parking garage and Pleasant Street if you can picture that)
The "march itself" starts at Bridge Street Elementary and heads winding down to there...you really can't miss it but traffic is impossible so I suggest parking way off away from the madness and walking into town...

Hope to see some of you waving lighters (or panties HA HA) in front of the stage at 2 pm when our band plays (we are kind of like the Smothers Brothers meets Acid Rock) :P

Let's make every day gay pride day (ip)

P.S> we will also be at Yellow Sofa this coming Saturday April 26, 24 Main Street in Noho, yo

[unndunn]

hey undunn and all others :)

Pride is Saturday May 3 at the Thornes Parking Lot (between parking garage and Pleasant Street if you can picture that)
The "march itself" starts at Bridge Street Elementary and heads winding down to there...you really can't miss it but traffic is impossible so I suggest parking way off away from the madness and walking into town...

Hope to see some of you waving lighters (or panties HA HA) in front of the stage at 2 pm when our band plays (we are kind of like the Smothers Brothers meets Acid Rock) :P

Let's make every day gay pride day (ip)

P.S> we will also be at Yellow Sofa this coming Saturday April 26, 24 Main Street in Noho, yo

Jester,
Thanks for the info. We'll definitely be there. I look forward to hearing your band. I was in an all butch band a few years ago (we imploded before we had time to get a real following lol) and I love all live music.

Ms. Moxie and S1 are you going to be at Noho pride? I'd love to meet you both in person!

Unn

[miss robin]

Hi. I miss everyone. I've been ... to coin a MissRobin'sGrandmotherism ... running around like a chicken with its head cut off. (charming image.) I'll be back later but I didn't want to forget ...

(*)Weekly reminder(*)

Tomorrow night:

Earth Day ~ at the Wig
Tuesday, 4/22, 8pm
Wiggins Tavern
Hotel Northampton

See you there in my spiked-heel birkenstocks, fleece boa, and organic lipstain (;)) (I was only kidding about all that anyway because it tied into Earth Day. I don't have an agenda about what femmes or butches should wear :)).

Miss R

[Sophisticated1]

Jester,
Thanks for the info. We'll definitely be there. I look forward to hearing your band. I was in an all butch band a few years ago (we imploded before we had time to get a real following lol) and I love all live music.

Ms. Moxie and S1 are you going to be at Noho pride? I'd love to meet you both in person!

Unn

Hey Unndunn,

Yes, I think I will likely be at Pride but the mox may have to work that day. :( She may be around for evening festivities such as dinner and or drinks if there is anything like that happening.

I have pretty much gone to Pride since the first one we had in Northampton, (very different back then!) so it is sort of a tradition. Over the past couple of years, there has been a designated spot for BF folks to meet up. Perhaps we should designate such a spot again this year.

S1

[Lady C Sparkle]

I think the corner of the parking lot by Dynamite Records/Cornucopia Entrance of Thornes is a great place to meet.

I've no idea what time I'll make it there ~ mid-to-late afternoon sometime, so its not appropriate for me to set a meet up time.

But perhaps you could set up "hand-hold" times (130/230/330/whatever): take turns going to meet people & then bring them back & introduce them 'round the larger amassed group.

Or alternately we could email everyone 1,S1 face jpegs ~ to be printed, cut-out & glued to Popsicle sticks (ala 'being john malkovich') ~ and then everyone could find each other super-easy-like! :D

[Sophisticated1]

I think the corner of the parking lot by Dynamite Records/Cornucopia Entrance of Thornes is a great place to meet.

I've no idea what time I'll make it there ~ mid-to-late afternoon sometime, so its not appropriate for me to set a meet up time.

But perhaps you could set up "hand-hold" times (130/230/330/whatever): take turns going to meet people & then bring them back & introduce them 'round the larger amassed group.

Or alternately we could email everyone 1,S1 face jpegs ~ to be printed, cut-out & glued to Popsicle sticks (ala 'being john malkovich') ~ and then everyone could find each other super-easy-like! :D





lol 1,S1 face jpegs ha! I do like your other idea though, ie the corner of the parking lot by Dynamite Records/Cornucopia Entrance of Thornes. I like the general meeting times too. Maybe 1, 2 and 3pm? Introductions 'round the larger amassed group sounds fab!

UPDATE
Had to take the mox to the ER this morning. Last night she thought she was having a bout of food poisoning, but it turned out not to be that. Blood work and CT scans later, we still have no answer for why she is experiencing so much pain. They originally thought it may have been appendicitis but they are 90&#37; sure that is not it. Have to consult with more Docs.

She is now home with me, tucked in with drugs and books and magazines and an intercom to summon me when need be. Hard for the nurse to be the patient, but I am putting my foot down.

I hope everyone else is well.

1, S1

[softness]

Please tell Ms Moxie that NHPB and I send our regards and hope she feels better very soon. And good for you that you are putting your foot down, S1....NHPB had to do that with me too recently....thank god our butches are more stubborn than we femmes are....at times... :flu:
UPDATE
Had to take the mox to the ER this morning. Last night she thought she was having a bout of food poisoning, but it turned out not to be that. Blood work and CT scans later, we still have no answer why she is experiencing so much pain. They originally thought it may have been appendicitis but they are 90% sure that is not it. Have to consult with more Docs.

She is now home with me, tucked in with drugs and books and magazines and an intercom to summon me when need be. Hard for the nurse to be the patient, but I am putting my foot down.

I hope everyone else is well.

1, S1
[/quote]

[Lady C Sparkle]

(l)(l)(l)(l) many kisses to ms. m & a speedy recovery (l)(l)(l)(l)

[JesterButch]

couldn't we wear little identifying party hats with B-F the butch femme logo on em?

or is that just "too gay" <:o)

I for one will be wearing identifiable butch wear, as soon as I figure out 4 sure what that is

sigh,

looking thru my wallet and my closet and sighing once more :s

[LizSybarite]

I'm planning to be there tonight - Laurie's going to meet me there and we both plan to get dinner. I hope I see some of you - definitely show up if you want proof that my spouse isn't imaginary!

I'll also be at Pride, though I hadn't yet determined in what capacity... is anyone marching? I always enjoy marching, but it's also nice to just watch the parade and socialize. So just tell me the plan and I'll be there!

Speedy recovery to Ms. Mox - I'm so sorry to hear about! But she's clearly in good hands.

See (some of) you tonight!
~L

[miss robin]

We're still ironing out the details about Pride. There might be a femme float again. Rob has to see about getting a truck and securing a place in line. It was so much fun last year! I have all the femme banners in my basement.

As to meeting at the rally: LadyC, that's a good spot but it's not far from Rob's Toyota booth. Maybe that should be the central meeteing place since it fairly easy to find a Toyota parked in the middle of Pride.


I'm planning to be there tonight - Laurie's going to meet me there and we both plan to get dinner. I hope I see some of you - definitely show up if you want proof that my spouse isn't imaginary!

Liz, it was great to see you and Laurie last night. MsMoxie, I'm so glad you're well.

Miss Robin

[msmoxie]

many many thanks for the well-wishes, everyone.
i am pleased to say that my appendix decided to cooperatively stay inside my body afterall. whew. it had us going for a while thinking it was forming some sort of coup.

*something* was rebelling but it has entirely stopped pestering me. perhaps S1 scraed it away with one of *those looks* she gave me when i said i did not need any pain medicine. i've been nursed back to perfection by 1,S1, a true rennasiance butch, who doubles as a nagging nurse with a raised eyebrow to scare the feistiest resistor to shut up and take the morphine. of course, after the first eensy bit, i went all Oliver...please sir, may i have some more....

i won't make it to pride. :'(
enjoy!!

it was wonderful WONDERFUL to meet the real and true, not phantom, "Mr Sybarite" last night! Hope we get to meet him/hym/her again.

hoping everyone is enjoying the weather!!

kisses
--mox

[Stone_to_bone]

HI all. How is everyone? I'm probably going to have another big Toyota pickup this year and RObin and I will meet everyone at the park, say around 11:20? To put the banners on the truck.

FEMMES: call your friends and tell them to walk with us--we have probably 10 or 12 femme pride signs for you all to hold from last year, but make more if you want. I have room for 6 in the truck and more can ride in the bed too.

Does anyone know if there's a teadance?

STB

[Lady C Sparkle]

i do not want to do my chores.


that.is.all.

[MsCK]

Hey to all! Alas, I am coming back to NOHO to visit for Pride and maybe a tini nite. I will be home from the 1st to the 6th of May. Let me know what's going on and who wants to get together.

(l)ck

[Nohodyke]

I know I haven't posted here in over a year, and I haven't been active on this site, but I wanted to let folks know about an event you might be interested in. My twin sister's book signing!

Kathy is Dipstick (the butch) and Gina(Lipstick) is the femme. They author an advice column for Curve Magazine, and they have published their first book: Lipstick & Dipstick's essential guide to Lesbian Relationships. They are fun and funny in my unbiased opinion.

They will be on stage at Pride from 1:45 - 1:55 on Saturday

Then on Sunday, May 4th they will be signing their book from 1-3 at Pride
& Joy, 20 Crafts Ave, in Northampton. The signing is interactive, and
really fun. Plan on being there on time to see the show.

Here is information about her book:
http://www.lipstickdipstick.com/swag.htm


Lipstick & Dipstick's essential Guide to Lesbian Relationships.

Lipstick & Dipstick are the #1 rated column in the #1 best selling
lesbian Magazine: Curve Magazine.

Mary B

[Blavatsky]

WHERE exactly is Pride this year? In the park/field or in the center of town???
I've heard differing opinions.
I want to know where to go.
I'm bringing a posse.
(and their babies...lol.)

[Stone_to_bone]

WHERE exactly is Pride this year? In the park/field or in the center of town???
I've heard differing opinions.
I want to know where to go.
I'm bringing a posse.
(and their babies...lol.)

Its in the parking lot behind Thorne's. See you there
STB

[Blavatsky]

Its in the parking lot behind Thorne's. See you there
STB

Wow! Where the hell are they putting the stage?!
OK, thanks for the info STB!
(y)

[Stone_to_bone]

Wow! Where the hell are they putting the stage?!
OK, thanks for the info STB!
(y)
Oh it all fits. They put the stage at the end of the lot that abuts the street. Its all a bit jam-packed, but so much better than the few years when the powers that be saw fit to arrange that all us queers march OUT of town to the indoor arena near the airport. What a weird idea that was.

Te best was the old days when it was in Pulaski Park but we're too big for that now, which is of course a good thing (ala Martha, big queer that she is [not])
STB

[Blavatsky]

(ala Martha, big queer that she is [not])
STB

Oh, SHE IS!!!
I've "Done" her!
(it was ok. lotsa lube. she kept that fucking bluetooth thing on the whole time, and scribbled on "post-it" notes during. pay was good. free meal.)
lol. thanks for info.
Best place to park???

[Sophisticated1]

That field where the rally used to be held for a while is no longer available. It is not really a "field" anymore, it is a skater park.

[msmoxie]

mox checking in....pleased to report that i won't need to call in sick with the "rainbow flu" ...

(not that i ever WOULD. my god, i'm still way to catholic for "calling in sick")

i've managed to change my hours a wee bit so i can make the tail end of festivities!
for dramatic emphasis i added, in my thank you i said "this means a lot to me, it's a HOLIDAY you know, IT's THE GAY HIGH HOLY DAY!" ;)

see you at the lot!
--mox

[msmoxie]

hahahahahahahahahhahahahahahahahaha.
HAHHAHAHHAHHAHAHHAHAHHAHAHHA

laughed mox, whose clothes are *still* in the dryer. how many (more) times can i refluff before i take them out, fold, and stack on my dresser---oh, i mean, put them away?

(my wee inside voice says----> if i ever wonder why S and i spend more time ar her house, um, hmm. perhaps, this is why. pout. i am not a slob. i have a laundry quirk. harrumph.)

muah!
(l)


i do not want to do my chores.


that.is.all.

[miss robin]

Oh, SHE IS!!!
I've "Done" her!
(it was ok. lotsa lube. she kept that fucking bluetooth thing on the whole time, and scribbled on "post-it" notes during. pay was good. free meal.)
lol. thanks for info.
Best place to park???

Bone, Martha is queer. A gossipy butch trainer I worked alongside in NYC was her trainer (not lover, alas). But then I thought my boyfriend George Clooney was queer and look what happened. I can't believe there was a Pride where you marched out of town! lol. Who was the mayor?

Blavatsky, ha ha! Film at 5. Really the best place to park is in any of the Smith lots, which are unrestricted on the weekend, and unmetered. I can give you directions in a PM (so as not to glaze over the collective eyes of the Noho thread).

MsMoxie, I'm glad you'll make part of the festivities! Let's all go to dinner like we did last year. Blav, you and your brood are welcome to join us.


Miss Robin

[Lady C Sparkle]

That field where the rally used to be held for a while is no longer available. It is not really a "field" anymore, it is a skater park.

They could still use that park (the concrete skate-"park" bit is only a small area of the green) - but I understand that they're re-seeding the grass because it is an area that often floods & when the rains are heavy it washes out whole sections. 'Twould be all sorts of swampy this weekend coming, given our forecast.

[miss robin]

(*)Weekly reminder(*)

Tomorrow night:

B/f social at the Wig
Tuesday, 4/29, 8pm
Wiggins Tavern
Hotel Northampton

Starting next week maybe we should meet at The Brewery on the roof since the weather is getting too nice to be indoors in the evening. I'll miss Michelle, our friendly and accomodating bartendress.

Miss R

[Stone_to_bone]

S1, I forgot all about those few years of going to the Veteran's Field. That was really the best place for the Pride rally, but yes, as you said, it is a skate park. Amazingly, but in a predictable teenage feat of clumsiness, Robin's son managed to fall and get stiches at that skate park without a skateboard and before the place was even open, in winter last year.

About Pride: I'm going to have a big Toyota pickup which some local femmes, some on this site, many off the site, are planning on adorning with a banner or two in support of the Femme Pride marchers. So this is a big {{{{{{shout out}}}}}} to all femmes who are going to pride to come march with these lovely femmes --Miss R, cici, LizSybarite, infiniteblu, moxie all know about it from the Wiggins martini evenings but the rest of you COME.

We're meeting at the truck around 11:30-11:40 and it'll be parked along the road in front of the park. Look for me and MissR. Butches are welcome. You can ride in the truck with me :) Or march with the girls. It's going to be a helluva good day.

For more info pm me or Miss R.

LizSybarite, if you're on here, will you post about the sign-making party on Thursday?

STB

[Stone_to_bone]

Bone, Martha is queer.
[B][COLOR=#483d8b]Miss Robin

Honey, I don't know about that. But I loved Sasan Westenhoffer's old routine in the 90s in which she thought Martha was really a mean butch top underneath all the floral things and glue guns and truffles. It was a riot.

[miss robin]

Honey, I don't know about that. But I loved Sasan Westenhoffer's old routine in the 90s in which she thought Martha was really a mean butch top underneath all the floral things and glue guns and truffles. It was a riot.

You're doubting the gossip of a personal fitness trainer?! What, I have to get Martha's hairdresser for you? I think Martha should be with Jane Lynch from the L Word and Best in Show. We can be blinded by their blonde whiteness. It's All Good.

Miss Robin

[LizSybarite]

LizSybarite, if you're on here, will you post about the sign-making party on Thursday?

STB

Gladly - here's the email I received:


Hello Femme Friends!
It's that time of year again - Northampton Pride is just around the corner -
and we're organizing another contingent of femmes to march together. We'll
meet at Lampron Park (by Bridge St. School) at 11:45 next Saturday, May 3rd.
The march starts promptly at 12 (it's surprisingly prompt) so please come
early!

In preparation, Charlotte has organized a night of sign-making at her house
this Thursday, May 1st at 7:30. She lives behind Northampton High School -
email ccapogna@gmail.com or call 582-1866 for the address and directions.

We'll have the poster board, markers, and glitter; you bring your witty
slogans and inspired sayings. (A dollar or two for supplies would be great
too!)

Please forward this email to anyone you think might be interested in joining
us!

xoxo,
corinna


I don't know whether I'll be able to make the sign-making, but I'll definitely march! :)

Still trying to decide what to wear for Pride... I'm leaning toward a summery dress, low-heeled sandals and completely ridiculous rainbow-themed eye makeup. Oh, and maybe a big hat!

~L

[softness]

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NHPB wants to know if you all would like either/or or either/AND his big truck (no plow ladies, its been "packed" away for the season!) and his Tbird convertible? He is willing to bring one or both....

Also, how long is this pride parade? As in distance wise....I am not so sure I can walk any great length

[guitarboi]

I am very much looking forward to seeing your sister perform and seeing you as well M. I am resting up for the festivities. Unfortunately I have been ill which has been making me tired. I'll be in touch.
GB



I know I haven't posted here in over a year, and I haven't been active on this site, but I wanted to let folks know about an event you might be interested in. My twin sister's book signing!

Kathy is Dipstick (the butch) and Gina(Lipstick) is the femme. They author an advice column for Curve Magazine, and they have published their first book: Lipstick & Dipstick's essential guide to Lesbian Relationships. They are fun and funny in my unbiased opinion.

They will be on stage at Pride from 1:45 - 1:55 on Saturday

Then on Sunday, May 4th they will be signing their book from 1-3 at Pride
& Joy, 20 Crafts Ave, in Northampton. The signing is interactive, and
really fun. Plan on being there on time to see the show.

Here is information about her book:
http://www.lipstickdipstick.com/swag.htm


Lipstick & Dipstick's essential Guide to Lesbian Relationships.

Lipstick & Dipstick are the #1 rated column in the #1 best selling
lesbian Magazine: Curve Magazine.

Mary B

[Holliday]

Oh, I'm sad to be missing out on Noho Pride this year! I didn't even realize that the femme float was happening again. (I guess that's what happens when I neglect my social life.) :$

But...I will be in town for the NOLOSE conference this fall. :D I'm so excited it's being held in our neck of the woods!! It looks like I'll be hosting a mailing "party" to get flyers out, so if anyone is interested in volunteering send me a PM.
http://www.nolose.org/08/

Holliday
xox

[msmoxie]

hey there!
hope to see you and nhpb!
i am guessing the entire parade distance is no more than 1-1.5 miles. it's about 8 blocks or so. anyone know for sure?

i suck at guessing distance. i always get puzzled when i see the fire trucks with their warnings--stay back 500 feet. wtf is that? 500 feet--somewhere between a car length and a football field....ha. like *i* know from football fields.

i wont be around for the parade part, but i love the idea of the femmes being escorted by (or adorning the inside of) a t-bird convertibile!

i bet stb and miss r are the best folks to chat with about *that*



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NHPB wants to know if you all would like either/or or either/AND his big truck (no plow ladies, its been "packed" away for the season!) and his Tbird convertible? He is willing to bring one or both....

Also, how long is this pride parade? As in distance wise....I am not so sure I can walk any great length

[miss robin]

Still trying to decide what to wear for Pride... I'm leaning toward a summery dress, low-heeled sandals and completely ridiculous rainbow-themed eye makeup. Oh, and maybe a big hat!

~L

Liz, thanks for forwarding that info! I have a bunch of signs from last year and the Paradise City Femmes banner. I just emailed Charlotte about dropping them at her house tonight. She can be in charge of accoutrement and Rob will be in charge of the truck, and I, like you, will be figuring out what to wear. You have a fabulous flair for style my dear!


(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)(au)NHPB wants to know if you all would like either/or or either/AND his big truck (no plow ladies, its been "packed" away for the season!) and his Tbird convertible? He is willing to bring one or both....

Also, how long is this pride parade? As in distance wise....I am not so sure I can walk any great length

Oooooo! This is interesting! I think PB should PM STB (lol! it sounds like an affliction) about the vehicles. I, like MsMoxie, (I do like MsMoxie) don't know the length of the parade or any of the protocol or who to contact. I'm just glad you and PB will be there!


Oh, I'm sad to be missing out on Noho Pride this year! I didn't even realize that the femme float was happening again. (I guess that's what happens when I neglect my social life.) :$

But...I will be in town for the NOLOSE conference this fall. :D I'm so excited it's being held in our neck of the woods!! It looks like I'll be hosting a mailing "party" to get flyers out, so if anyone is interested in volunteering send me a PM.
http://www.nolose.org/08/

Holliday
xox

Holliday! Nooooo! I'll miss your gorgeousness on the femme float! And your fabulous music! That is very cool that NOLOSE will be right in Northampton in the fall. That means lots of queers around town. I love that.

Miss Robin
p.s. I have a femme friend who has a karaoke machine who said you can play music and speak over it so the femmes can take turns being provocateurs. ;)

[softness]

[quote=miss robin;2841716]

Oooooo! This is interesting! I think PB should PM STB (lol! it sounds like an affliction) about the vehicles. I, like MsMoxie, (I do like MsMoxie) don't know the length of the parade or any of the protocol or who to contact. I'm just glad you and PB will be there!


oh lord...he tells me to ask and now you tell me to tell him to ask the other butch...

i am playing "femme in the middle"...laughing softly....

I will try to get him to email STB...his schedule is what complicates things like this...

[Stone_to_bone]

You're doubting the gossip of a personal fitness trainer?! What, I have to get Martha's hairdresser for you? I think Martha should be with Jane Lynch from the L Word and Best in Show. We can be blinded by their blonde whiteness. It's All Good.

Miss Robin

Honey. Martha says its a "good thing," not "it's all good" which is a hokey New England and teenage thing. ::rolling eyes:: you have to keep these shallowhtings straight, or clear but bent, as the case may be.

So about the parade:
Anyone can drive anything in it. Its still a small town event. You just line up and let the people at the park where it starts know that your vehicle is "parading" or whatever and that's that. So bring on the tbird.

This year Pride is going to be a lot of fun.

STB

[msmoxie]

Pride: It's A Good Thing.

I have been giggling for days about "what? you want me to ask her hairdresser?"
Though I am quite certain that both a personal trainer and hairdresser would be fab sources for true gossip, I bet that whoever is employed within Martha's household would also be a A Good Source. And then there's Blav. ;)

By the way, Martha could use a new hairstylist. Or perhaps a comb. She said, frankly.

Let's hope the weather clears!

Pout. I wanna ride in the convertible!
I won't be there until late afternoon.
Someone (S1 and others?) text or call me with details and plans.
I'm gonna miss Rachel Maddow AGAIN!
(double pout)

muah to all. mox

[miss robin]

Honey. Martha says its a "good thing," not "it's all good" which is a hokey New England and teenage thing. ::rolling eyes::.

LOL. I Am A Dork.

And yes honey, this year Pride is going to be fun, (h) although the weather may be crummy which makes it hard to wear fabulous shoes.

Miss Robin

[softness]

well, it looks like we wont be going to the parade...so no convertible nor PB truck will be there. His store employee had to change shift and now we cant get there until later. Wehope you all have a good time...next year, lets plan on decorating a wagon that our horses will pull....we can put rainbow glitter on them...now THAT would be horses of a different color!

See you later in the day.... Soft & PB

[Stone_to_bone]

well, it looks like we wont be going to the parade...so no convertible nor PB truck will be there. His store employee had to change shift and now we cant get there until later. Wehope you all have a good time...next year, lets plan on decorating a wagon that our horses will pull....we can put rainbow glitter on them...now THAT would be horses of a different color!

See you later in the day.... Soft & PB

softness and NHPB, sorry to hear you won't be here tomorrow. I was just getting ready to call you when I read this thread and saw your post. Next year for sure.

The rest of y'all--we'll see you tomorrow
STB

[msmoxie]

I know! I am *SSSSSsooooooooooooo* annoyed about the weather. it's bad enough i am working, but rain, too?! GAH!




the weather may be crummy which makes it hard to wear fabulous shoes.

Miss Robin


softness--sorry we won;t see you and NHPB there. next year. and next year, i'll get the day off!

happy gay days!

[Blavatsky]

see you all soon. (i'm running late as usual).
btw I took softness to mean that she and nhplowb would miss the parade and arrive a bit later?
ok.
dang do i feel prideful...

[miss robin]

see you all soon. (i'm running late as usual).
btw I took softness to mean that she and nhplowb would miss the parade and arrive a bit later?
ok.
dang do i feel prideful...

Hey, it's not even raining. I also thought Soft said they'd be here later. See you soon, Blav.

Rob's going to be here in 20 mins and I still don't know what to WEAAARRRRRRRR!!! ARGH!!! (this is how I do things, making me impossible to live with)

Aside to femmes: you can bring multiple pairs of shoes because we can store them in the Toyota on display.

Miss Robin

[softness]

see you all soon. (i'm running late as usual).
btw I took softness to mean that she and nhplowb would miss the parade and arrive a bit later?
ok.
dang do i feel prideful...
yes! We are coming later,....you will see us...we just couldnt make it to the parade because her store help needed the morning off.

We will be parking ourselves in front of a tv in a bar somewhere to watch the derby....its derby day too!

[Stone_to_bone]

Okey dokey.

Pride was great and now we're making dinner plans:

6pm at MAMA IGUANA'S on Main St.

Meet us there.

STB and miss robin

[Lady C Sparkle]

Just up from a disco nap!
Hope you've all had a fabulous Pride! And that your supper was great! :)

It was nice to see ~ those of you I saw, however briefly!

Happy Gay Day!

[softness]

NHPB and I had a WONDERFUL time with our BF friends! Dinner was so warm and riendlyand we laughed so much! I love to listen tothe buches tell tales about their femmes...

I must admit it was a real delight to walk around on the arm of PB today...it was a rare treat to get off the farm and away from the store as well as to be "out and about" so to speak!

[softness]

Oh please forgive me for all my spelling errors! I was at the store using the cash register to post and ...well....its just hard to use it! \

:$


NHPB and I had a WONDERFUL time with our BF friends! Dinner was so warm and friendly and we laughed so much! I love to listen to the butches tell tales about their femmes...

I must admit it was a real delight to walk around on the arm of PB today...it was a rare treat to get off the farm and away from the store as well as to be "out and about" so to speak!

[Mariahgrly]

I live in Northampton Drive ... in North Carolina however....

[msmoxie]

Happy Post Pride weekend!

I missed those I did not see, and had a fab time with those I did!
Next year I must get the day off--make that the weekend. (p'op!)
ferrealyo. (she said, in honor of HRHPWTF, MSRIP)

xx mox

ps--not intending to be cryptic--a good friend who called herself princess, who i called her royal highness princess *** , and who has passed away, used to say ferrealyo--and so, at pridetime, i say ferrealyo, and may she rest in peace.

[Stone_to_bone]

COME TO THE "MISS ROBIN'S BEEN BANNED FOREVER" PARTY!!

This week, because of the nice weather, The Wig is Moving to the Brewery. Meet us there for drinks and noshy bits in celebration/mourning of Miss Robin's Banning.

8pm Tuesday, May 6th
on the upstairs Backdeck
*Black attire requested

Feel free to PM me with questions or for details.

STB

[msmoxie]

:s good gracious.:s

not sure what my eve holds.
getting ready to head out of town and have a kazillion eleventy billion things to tend to, including some that are not so jolly. but i did miss last week, so...ugh.

the brewery is a fab locale.
someone have a porter or a dark brown ale for me if i don't make it.
and maybe a boneless wing with hot lava (or is it the tiger?) sauce.

(k) mox

[PearlsNLace]

I learned yesterday that my son has never seen a hippo. He has NEVER in his 18 years been to a zoo.

I intend on changing that. I would like to take him to a really good zoo. So, since ya'all are my favorite source of local information,
what is New Englands best zoo?

~mama Pearls

[Lady C Sparkle]

I learned yesterday that my son has never seen a hippo. He has NEVER in his 18 years been to a zoo.

I intend on changing that. I would like to take him to a really good zoo. So, since ya'all are my favorite source of local information,
what is New Englands best zoo?

~mama Pearls

Hiya Pearls,

Zoos actually make me really sad :'( so I haven't been to one in decades...

That said - I remember really *loving* the Six Flags Animal Safari in New Jersey when I was young.
http://www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure/nearbyParks/AllAnimals.aspx (http://www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure/nearbyParks/AllAnimals.aspx)
...and because its a "free-roaming" 350 acre preserve it didn't feel so... circus-like-cruel-creatures-in-a-box to me.

I expect its about a 3hour drive from CT to NJ, the park is in not terribly far from the city - probably 1-1.5hours or so.

There are two zoos in the greater Boston area: Franklin Park & Stone Zoo
http://www.franklinparkzoo.org/index.cfm?nodeID=2&stopRedirect=1 (http://www.franklinparkzoo.org/index.cfm?nodeID=2&stopRedirect=1)
I haven't been to either since I was a child, so I couldn't tell you how good or not they are. But I know Franklin Park has undergone huge renovations and upgrades in recent years. I think Franklin Park is known for its gorillas, and i recall a rather unfortunate gorilla escape incident a couple of years ago. :(

Anyway, happy hunting!

[PearlsNLace]

Lady C Sparkle, thank you so much for the options.

I was wondering if I could make an event of it. Seems like we could all use some frivolous fun around here.
Wanna go to the ZOO?

[boxergal46]

Hello everyone :),

It was good to see some of you at pride. I haven't been around for I have been working CRAZY hours, most of the time when I finally get home I lie down and just sleep cause I am just dog tired :|. Is it possible for us all to get together again and go bowling? Damn I had a good time and laughed alot. Well, have to get another cup of (c) and get ready for work. Have a great day.
Boxer

[Sophisticated1]

Good morning Northampton! :D

Back from a few days in ME seeing our local photographer par excellence graduate from her program. Brought her and her work back from ME for a couple of weeks. There may be a gallery showing of her work, which, is absolutely stunning by the by. Will keep you all posted.

Hope all had a great weekend are happy and well!

1, S1

[Lady C Sparkle]

put me on the guest list for our soon-to-be-famous-friend's gallery premier!

:photographer: <---crazykindascarybutseemedappropriateemoticon

[guitarboi]

For anyone interested. Feel free to PM me with any questions or for additional info.
GB


The New England premiere of an extraordinary documentary, "Touchstone: Dancing with Angels" is opening at The Academy of Music Theatre on Friday, May 16th at 7:00pm. The spiritual community of Touchstone Farm, a world renowned group of Sacred Circle Dancers, musicians, herbalists and healers, has been the focus of intense cinematic interest for more than two years. A locally produced documentary film about the people, history and evolution of Easthampton's Touchstone Farm and also of the personal transgender journey of one of the founders. A film filled with local music and captivating imagery. From their humble roots, 20 years ago, to a shining future as an "organically growing" eco-village, their uplifting story of flourishing, death and rebirth is now an unforgettable film. Discover the magic, the mastery of "Touchstone: Dancing with Angels".

By filmmaker D.S. Fine and edited by Rebecca Rideout. A portion of the proceeds from these events will benefit construction of Touchstone Farm's eco-village. This film is made possible in part by the Easthampton Cultural Council and the Northampton Arts Council. Please visit www.TouchstoneMovie.org for more information.

At The Academy of Music Theatre
274 Main Street
Northampton, MA
Friday, May 16th at 7pm
Suggested donation $15

for a preview trailer of the film go to
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7a6MhXtTsg

The film will be preceded by live music with Anja Daniel and friends and followed by a commentary and question and answer period with the film-makers and with Anja and Debbie (co-directors of Touchstone Farm).

Here is a link to a web page on the eco-village http://www.sacredcircles.com/EcoVillage/eco-village.htm

[mistyblui]

hi everyone..

I havent been in here for a long time..Last time i was in here the discussion was babies crawling on a dirty public floor and scooping shrimp out of a barrel of ice..They both still give me the "ickies"..

ok here is my story..I have been working a million hours a week my family is throwing responsibilities my way that are not my concern my house is shrinking in on me and i also just got 25 years in where i work...Soooo my solution is a weeks vacation..I sure would like to meet all of you in this thread..From time to time i do get back in here and read..I like the way you all interact with each other..I can see that everybody is very friendly and are true friends..Here is my question...Is it ok if i join all of you on a "tini tuesday"..??..I plan on leaving sometime saturday..I live in northern Ohio and i feel drawn to the east coast..Being closer to the community is a big plus..There is pretty much nothing where i live..There is 2 dairy farms on my road..Yeah i am out here..I have been to 3 bashes and love going..Always a good time..
It sounds like i am missing out on alot of the activities by living out here..I want to come out there and see what i am missing..Dont know why but i feel drawn to the east..
I also have a new set of golf clubs i havent used yet..Yeah i will be throwing those in the car..Any golfers..??.hopefull i will meet everyone soon...It will be fun..

oh yeah i do love a good zoo..

[LizSybarite]

Here is my question...Is it ok if i join all of you on a "tini tuesday"..??..I plan on leaving sometime saturday..I live in northern Ohio and i feel drawn to the east coast..Being closer to the community is a big plus..

Of course! Right now, since the weather's nice, we've been meeting at Northampton Brewing Company on the deck (upstairs by the bar), every Tuesday around 8pm. Definitely stop by and introduce yourself!

~L

[mistyblui]

hello everyone..

Thanks Liz..
Could i get the address of the Brewing Company.??.
I am borrowing my sisters GPS..Never used one before so it should be intresting..
Cant wait to get going..One more night of work..

[cakebaker]

I'm helping someone from out of state find a conference center/hotel venue in western mass. if any of you out that way can give me any suggestions, i would truly appreciate it!

[softness]

Hey Misty, sorry I am missing out on meeting you! I am originally from NE Ohio. You will love the people at NoHo tinis! I have to work now on Tuesdays for the next few months so it wont be until July that I will be able to get back to tinis. I am hoping my butch will get out tho...or if people stay later we can get out there after 1030.

to the group....I still want to get folks over to the farm for a get together but my boxes are still ALL over the place. Now that I am working I dont havealot of time to get them all unloaded or stored away. And the pony is taking up alot of my time...

and NHPB is going to get me a chicken coop tomorrow for my guinea hens and my other chickens I am getting this weekend...

no goats yet tho....

and no camels after all...


hi everyone..

I havent been in here for a long time..Last time i was in here the discussion was babies crawling on a dirty public floor and scooping shrimp out of a barrel of ice..They both still give me the "ickies"..

ok here is my story..I have been working a million hours a week my family is throwing responsibilities my way that are not my concern my house is shrinking in on me and i also just got 25 years in where i work...Soooo my solution is a weeks vacation..I sure would like to meet all of you in this thread..From time to time i do get back in here and read..I like the way you all interact with each other..I can see that everybody is very friendly and are true friends..Here is my question...Is it ok if i join all of you on a "tini tuesday"..??..I plan on leaving sometime saturday..I live in northern Ohio and i feel drawn to the east coast..Being closer to the community is a big plus..There is pretty much nothing where i live..There is 2 dairy farms on my road..Yeah i am out here..I have been to 3 bashes and love going..Always a good time..
It sounds like i am missing out on alot of the activities by living out here..I want to come out there and see what i am missing..Dont know why but i feel drawn to the east..
I also have a new set of golf clubs i havent used yet..Yeah i will be throwing those in the car..Any golfers..??.hopefull i will meet everyone soon...It will be fun..

oh yeah i do love a good zoo..

[Lady C Sparkle]

hello everyone..

Thanks Liz..
Could i get the address of the Brewing Company.??.
I am borrowing my sisters GPS..Never used one before so it should be intresting..
Cant wait to get going..One more night of work..

et voila! :) & safe travels

http://www.northamptonbrewery.com/


I'm helping someone from out of state find a conference center/hotel venue in western mass. if any of you out that way can give me any suggestions, i would truly appreciate it!

Hi, cakebaker, where in Western Mass?

*technically* Western Mass is everything west of Worcester out to the Berkshires/NY border. Is your friend looking for something in the Northampton area, specifically?

What are the basic parameters? How many people attending? How many rooms are needed? Where are guests coming from?

In Northampton there is:

The Clarion http://www.clarionhotel.com/ires/en-US/html/HotelInfo?hotel=MA117&promo=gglocal

Hotel Northampton can accommodate smaller groups/meetings
http://www.hotelnorthampton.com/

Across the river in Amherst, UMass Amherst has conference services
http://www.aux.umass.edu/conferenceservices/

that said, I bet any of the many many colleges and Universities in the area host conferences, particularly during academic year breaks:

Smith, Mt. Holyoke, Hampshire, Amherst - Colleges

Elms, Bay Path, American International, New England - Colleges

to name but a few...

Bigger conferences and conferences where attendees will be traveling from afar (via plane or train or via car from NYC/Boston) tend to be held in Springfield - there is a train station, its 25min from Bradley Airport and just minutes from the MassPike

I've been to a conference at one of the hotels there ... I can't remember exactly which it was... I'll look in to it for you, if needed.

[CuddleBug]

I know this says northhampton, but I am looking for information on boston proper. I will be in Boston (Northeastern University) for a workshop at the end of June. The dorms are 68.00 a night which is reasonable but If I can do better I would like to. Thanks ahead of time for the help!
~C

[Lady C Sparkle]

I know this says northhampton, but I am looking for information on boston proper. I will be in Boston (Northeastern University) for a workshop at the end of June. The dorms are 68.00 a night which is reasonable but If I can do better I would like to. Thanks ahead of time for the help!
~C

Well, personally, I'd consider $68/night a *really* good rate, and I'd want to stay v. near to where my workshop is.

Boston is an expensive city to stay in!
I'm excited when I can find a hotel under $200/night in Boston.

But...here is a link to the Boston Hostel Organisations....this is a little cheaper http://www.bostonhostel.org/reservations.shtml
If you stay in a 6-bed room.
I have no idea if there is a hostel in close proximity to Northeastern, though!



Good Luck!

[mistyblui]

Thanks for the website Lady C Sparkle..I checked it out and it looks like a real nice place..Cant imagine everyone meeting for drinks and not eating anything..Looked at the menu to..Just wondering if the Brewery is straight..??..Can i assume there is a place to stay near by..??..

Softness..Where in Ohio did you live..??..I am way north between Toledo and Cleveland real close to lake Erie..Wondering if we ever crossed paths at one of the Pride things..

Oh yeah....How much is gas over there..??..Here as of this morning it is $3.86..Two days ago it was $3.95..I dont understand why it has to be that much..

See everyone in a few days..

s..

[Medra]

Thanks for the website Lady C Sparkle..I checked it out and it looks like a real nice place..Cant imagine everyone meeting for drinks and not eating anything..Looked at the menu to..Just wondering if the Brewery is straight..??..Can i assume there is a place to stay near by..??..

Softness..Where in Ohio did you live..??..I am way north between Toledo and Cleveland real close to lake Erie..Wondering if we ever crossed paths at one of the Pride things..

Oh yeah....How much is gas over there..??..Here as of this morning it is $3.86..Two days ago it was $3.95..I dont understand why it has to be that much..

See everyone in a few days..

s..

I was just browsing the thread *coughstalkingthethread* anyways, I just wanted to wish you luck in Boston. I used to live in Erie, MI just across the border from Toledo. Moved out here last August. It's quite a change.

Also, gas prices here really aren't any better. Last time I checked the price was almost to $4, but it may have gone down.

Sorry for popping in, just my two cents.

[guitarboi]

Hi Cuddlebug :)
Northeastern U is on and around Huntington Avenue which is technically Rte 9. About a 20 minute drive west on Rte 9 in Natick there is a Motel 6 which will be cheaper but no public transportation from there that is ideal so you will end up paying high gas prices if you with a car and the aggravation of stop and go traffic lights and paying for parking at meters. Right by the Museum of Fine Arts and Mass Art there is some free parking but it's hard to get.

There is an international hostel over by Berklee School of Music just off Boylston on Hemenway which is walking distance from Northeastern. In fact, part of the campus is on Hemenway. Here's a link. I think there is small hostel member fee, but recall the nightly rates about 40 bucks.

---->>>> link HI - Boston<----- (http://www.hihostels.com/affiliates/hiusa060002.php?PHPSESSID=b57c92e6c87172808d2117a257a99732&house=060002)
12 Hemenway Street
Boston MA 02115
USA

Tel. 1-617-536-9455
Fax. 1-617-424-6558
bostonhostel@bostonhostel.org

This hostel is also down the street from Whole Foods and not too far from Trader Joes for quick healthy meals on the go.

Feel free to message me for any other Boston stuff for I am from there originally. If you are in western MA, let's get (c)
:)
GB





I know this says northhampton, but I am looking for information on boston proper. I will be in Boston (Northeastern University) for a workshop at the end of June. The dorms are 68.00 a night which is reasonable but If I can do better I would like to. Thanks ahead of time for the help!
~C

[Lady C Sparkle]

Thanks for the website Lady C Sparkle..I checked it out and it looks like a real nice place..Cant imagine everyone meeting for drinks and not eating anything..Looked at the menu to..Just wondering if the Brewery is straight..??..Can i assume there is a place to stay near by..??..

Softness..Where in Ohio did you live..??..I am way north between Toledo and Cleveland real close to lake Erie..Wondering if we ever crossed paths at one of the Pride things..

Oh yeah....How much is gas over there..??..Here as of this morning it is $3.86..Two days ago it was $3.95..I dont understand why it has to be that much..

See everyone in a few days..

s..

I just filled up at $3.69/gallon, apparently MA has less taxes on fuel than NY state (thats just an FYI if you're driving through NY on your way you may want to fill up before and after).

The Brewery is not exclusively "gay" and its not exclusively "straight" - pretty much like every place in Northampton. Noho is very queer-centric & pretty damn friendly, on the whole. You shouldn't get any hassle from any one. :)

There is a parking garage behind the Brewery which is the best (read easiest) and cheapest (free for the first hour, .50c every hour after - take your pass with you, you have to pay before you exit) place to park in town.

Metered parking hours are 9am-6pm Mon. - Sat., and our Parking Attendants are 'quick draw' - also note that finding parking in the evenings and weekends can be a real challenge. Which is why I use the garage, even when metered hours are not in effect.

The "back" entrance to the Brewery is often a good place to meet people - it is also where the stairs up to the deck are.

I don't know that I'll be there, I have a pretty hectic week again next week...but you may want to do a quick gallery search on: Liz Sybarite, Sophisticated1, msmoxie, cicibird, Miss Robin & Stone_to_Bone (I imagine some combination of that lovely-lot will be present) ~ and you'll have some faces you'll recognise when you're waiting or looking for them on the deck! Or send a PM to a few of them, I'm sure someone will offer to meet you and introduce you around.

Ooops, edited to add: you asked about a place to stay nearby? Do you mean a hotel?
Here's a few links on local accomodation:

http://www.hampshirehospitality.com/ (http://www.hampshirehospitality.com/)

http://www.bbonline.com/ma/northampton.html (http://www.bbonline.com/ma/northampton.html)

http://www.pioneervalleyinnandsuites.com/ (http://www.pioneervalleyinnandsuites.com/)

If you haven't booked anything, I'd recommend you do so quickly - I believe this weekend coming is Commencement for:
Smith College (in Noho) & Hampshire College (in Hadley - just across the river).
And the following weekend is Commencement for: UMass, Amherst College and Mt. Holyoke College...thatsalotta parents, friends etc. who will be flooding the area, so accomodations will be difficult to secure.

Hi & welcome to Medra! :)

[BoisWillBeBois]

Hey All Come Down And Check Out The Parade And Festival On Sat June 14th.. Then The Womens Tea Dance In Jamaica Plain On Sunday 1-7pm The 15th...

Happy Pride All.. GO TO BOSTONPRIDE.ORG for more info.....

[mistyblui]

Lady C Sparkle..Thank you very much for the information..It will be very helpful..I was thinking this is a bad tuesday for the group to get together..Maybe i can make it another time..Looking at the map it is pretty much a straight shot for me driving..I was wondering if anyone is going to be able to make it on tuesday..??..thanks again..

s..

[msmoxie]

oh, my dear Lady Sparkle. what a great guide to the area you are!
(k)(k)

welcome to newcomers! good luck with lodging and conference center findings. For what it's worth, I agree with the good lady--I too prefer to stay near my meeting sites.

our local photgrapher is indeed having a show this coming week. PM me for details. it's sure to be DIVINE--I've had a preview. I know these things.
when said famous photog gives the go-ahead, we'll post details. hint--it's before mid week. as in within the next 4 days. mark your calendars as best you can.

(f)(f) mox

[softness]

[quote=mistyblui;2855977]
Softness..Where in Ohio did you live..??..I am way north between Toledo and Cleveland real close to lake Erie..Wondering if we ever crossed paths at one of the Pride things..

Hey Blue....I lived in Youngstown, Ohio but I also just moved from Meadville Pa which is right under Erie, Pa...I have been to Cleveland Prides and Erie Prides...whattabout you?

[Lady C Sparkle]

I'm officially having a 1,S1 moment..........

Its MUGGY!!!
I'm sticky!
BLECH!

I don't want to vacuum anymore!!!
I don't want to mop or launder or litter-change anymore!!!
Wahhhhhhhhh!
(and yet I have to, i simply can not bare to live with the gingerfurbunnies running rampant)

tasty top for supper sounds grand. right about now.

.....Hello Noho! Sure is quiet 'round here.......


i want to be back on the (ip)
strop. strop.

[msmoxie]

(bwahhahahahaha--an S1 moment. Indeed. psst--don't forget the wilting and melting part....le sigh, le grand muggy sigh)

oh, sweets. i am so sorry for your misery.
welcome back from (ip)!

details and pics soon??

xx mox
(we *must* plan our annual celebration.)




I'm officially having a 1,S1 moment..........

Its MUGGY!!!
I'm sticky!
BLECH!

I don't want to vacuum anymore!!!
I don't want to mop or launder or litter-change anymore!!!
Wahhhhhhhhh!
(and yet I have to, i simply can not bare to live with the gingerfurbunnies running rampant)

tasty top for supper sounds grand. right about now.

.....Hello Noho! Sure is quiet 'round here.......


i want to be back on the (ip)
strop. strop.

[Lady C Sparkle]

LeGrandeMelt, indeed!

Not many pics were taken, actually....but I am a lovely shade of salmon for my efforts
(& i *did* use SPF30!!!!, i am a mere fraction of a shade of my normal neon)

And yes, yes, yes ~ 30-somethingtimes YES ~ to planning our annual frivolities!






(bwahhahahahaha--an S1 moment. Indeed. psst--don't forget the wilting and melting part....le sigh, le grand muggy sigh)

oh, sweets. i am so sorry for your misery.
welcome back from (ip)!

details and pics soon??

xx mox
(we *must* plan our annual celebration.)

[Sophisticated1]

I'm officially having a 1,S1 moment..........

Its MUGGY!!!
I'm sticky!
BLECH!

I don't want to vacuum anymore!!!
I don't want to mop or launder or litter-change anymore!!!
Wahhhhhhhhh!
(and yet I have to, i simply can not bare to live with the gingerfurbunnies running rampant)

tasty top for supper sounds grand. right about now.

.....Hello Noho! Sure is quiet 'round here.......


i want to be back on the (ip)
strop. strop.




LOL Good Lady Sparkle, welcome to my life!!! SEE! there is nothing fun about the icky stickies! Why, I have been almost whining all day! I went out side and went ugh! I cant wait for the sun to go down.

S1
ps yes it is like tumbleweed city around these parts lately. :|

[Lady C Sparkle]

LOL Good Lady Sparkle, welcome to my life!!! SEE! there is nothing fun about the icky stickies! Why, I have been almost whining all day! I went out side and went ugh! I cant wait for the sun to go down.

S1
ps yes it is like tumbleweed city around these parts lately. :|

I'm okay with the sticky when there is a large body of water at my be-flipflopped pedicured feet!

But even at 8am it was ICK! supa*ick.
And not a beach cabana or fabulous wave to be seen!!!


...and thats not tumbleweed, its big giant poofs of ginger fur....:|...i'm hoovering....don't fret!.....

[Sophisticated1]

I'm okay with the sticky when there is a large body of water at my be-flipflopped pedicured feet!

But even at 8am it was ICK! supa*ick.
And not a beach cabana or fabulous wave to be seen!!!


...and thats not tumbleweed, its big giant poofs of ginger fur....:|...i'm hoovering....don't fret!.....





Yes I hear you. I will be at the sea side this Thursday and thru the weekend. That should be grand.

I am glad you are hoovering and I have ceased fretting! :D

1,S1

[msmoxie]

news at 11:

northampton is invaded by giant globs of ginger fur.
recent humidity has caused these normally miniscule everyday blobs to be unusually tenacious and large.
some say it's another sign of global warming.
others suggest that local hoovers, after years of supressing their rage at being used to pick up after the townspeople, have finally revolted and have started secretly spewing thier contents onto unsuspecting owners.
a local team of climate control specialists are working on an eco-airvac-cooling unit.

watch our website for more updates.

[Lady C Sparkle]

:) :| :) :| :) :| :) :| :)


all under control this side of town.

but do send a team of eco-airvac-cabana-people my way.....just in case....

[teddybearbutch]

:) :| :) :| :) :| :) :| :)



Ms Birthday Twin I want to go ahead and wish ya a happy Bday a few days early I hope that ya get all ya want and that ya day is special and the next yr all the dreams come true


have a great day
teddy

[Lady C Sparkle]

Ms Birthday Twin I want to go ahead and wish ya a happy Bday a few days early I hope that ya get all ya want and that ya day is special and the next yr all the dreams come true


have a great day
teddy


HAPPY *early* BIRTHDAY, BIRTHDAY TWIN! :D :D :D

And I see that many of your dreams have come true already!
Congratulations to you both! (l)


A million wishes to you ~ for a wonderful year to come ~ filled with much laughter & love, happiness & health!!!


Happy Day Teddy!

And thank you for your wishes!

[drvnsnow]

Hey, thanks for the heads up! Happy early birthday to you oh sparkly one! May it be filled with sparkly things, fabulous shoes and lots of love!

[Lady C Sparkle]

Hey, thanks for the heads up! Happy early birthday to you oh sparkly one! May it be filled with sparkly things, fabulous shoes and lots of love!

thank you, Lovely! (k)

[Morningstar]

hey ya .. Mass peopless....... (c)

welp i am here..... innnnnnn SUDBURY, MA off I 84 .. x1
at a pilot truck stop.........
im on a 10 hr brk and ready for another load to go do......... but its the weekend now....
sooooooo i maybe here a lil bit longer then expected.......
and NO clue where a wally world is or diddly......
anyone near this area????
give me a shout........ ill be here...... heh:[

[teddybearbutch]

hey ya .. Mass peopless....... (c)

welp i am here..... innnnnnn SUDBURY, MA off I 84 .. x1
at a pilot truck stop.........
im on a 10 hr brk and ready for another load to go do......... but its the weekend now....
sooooooo i maybe here a lil bit longer then expected.......
and NO clue where a wally world is or diddly......
anyone near this area????
give me a shout........ ill be here...... heh:[


hey search wal-mart.com for a location and ya in sturbridge, ma. I know right where ya are. However I dont know if there is a walmart or anything in that town however ya not that far from a few places in Ct so try there also

Ya can also search 411.com and find something close to ya

hope ya get a load and get to leave early

have a great day
teddy

[Morningstar]

hey search wal-mart.com for a location and ya in sturbridge, ma. I know right where ya are. However I dont know if there is a walmart or anything in that town however ya not that far from a few places in Ct so try there also

Ya can also search 411.com and find something close to ya

hope ya get a load and get to leave early

have a great day
teddy

sounds like an idea..........
i have the next exit book too...... ;)
i been up since 3 30 am ..... |-) and im beat......
im gonna go for a walk here ... move my legs ..... and such......
im on a 10 hr brk..... soooooooo most likely will b here in the morning and plus is being saturday...... no tellin how long i will hang here......
anyways. ty ..... TB ...
i may even get a empty move ... to ???? sometimes my choice..... lol

[Morningstar]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!!!


(((((((((((((((((((((( TEDYBEARBUTCHEE PPOOHSSS ))))))))))))))))))))))))))


* * * (pi) (b) (g) :party:(p) <:o) (^) * * **

[Lady C Sparkle]

1st Annual New England Trans Pride

Saturday 7th June 2008

Parade/Rally/March begins at 11am

Events to follow

"The first New England Transgender Pride March and Rally will be held on June 7, 2008 in Northampton, MA. The event is organized by members of the trans and gender variant community, and their allies, with the intent of taking a visible and positive stand for transgender rights. The March and Rally is dedicated to diverse representation among organizers and participants. We seek to educate and build awareness of the movement against gender-based discrimination. We promote self-acceptance and acceptance of our whole identities and lives. We gather to celebrate and affirm our individuality, diversity, and strength."

>>>>CLICKME<<<< (http://www.transpridemarch.org/)

[msmoxie]

yay, dear lady sparkle!
you beat me to it!
thanks for getting this up here!!
muah!(f)(l)
mox




1st Annual New England Trans Pride

Saturday 7th June 2008

Parade/Rally/March begins at 11am

Events to follow

"The first New England Transgender Pride March and Rally will be held on June 7, 2008 in Northampton, MA. The event is organized by members of the trans and gender variant community, and their allies, with the intent of taking a visible and positive stand for transgender rights. The March and Rally is dedicated to diverse representation among organizers and participants. We seek to educate and build awareness of the movement against gender-based discrimination. We promote self-acceptance and acceptance of our whole identities and lives. We gather to celebrate and affirm our individuality, diversity, and strength."

>>>>CLICKME<<<< (http://www.transpridemarch.org/)

[teddybearbutch]

You know you wanna!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Come to the QUEER POETRY OPEN MIC at Cafe Evolution on Thursday!
Sponsored by the fierce Hellbound Tricycle, a trio of desperately
exhausted people in need of yet another project.

When: Thursday, June 19, 7-8:30
Where: The fabulous Cafe Evolution in Florence

Bring your favorite poem to read (queer themes not required, but
happily encouraged) or bring one of your own poems!



We wont be able to attend cuz of my work I hope that everyone is able to make it and enjoy it

This thread has beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeen so quite lately so here is something to get yall a talkin and socialing again we all ya'll like to.

Have a great day
teddy

[Blavatsky]

This thread has beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeen so quite lately

Yes, it sure has been quiet.
fancy that...

[msmoxie]

true enough.

HELLO!!!!!!!!!
as for me, i am officially off vacation at 1159p and must go back to work tomorrow.

(l)mox


Yes, it sure has been quiet.
fancy that...

[Sophisticated1]

Ahhh yes quiet indeed. Good news is the heat wave is over, for the moment anyway.

What else... lets see...

Bad news: Cyd Charisse has died. Now THERE was a dancer!

Oh, fun stuff this weekend:
Celtfest
An afternoon of Celtic music. Bands include Boston Blackthorne, Spancil Hill and Tir na nOg- bands start at 2 preceeded by an open session from 12-2. Tented event, rain or shine.

Saturday, June 21; 12:30pm to 7pm
The Harp
163 Sunderland Rd
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 548-6900
info@theharp.net
Tickets: 10 adults 12 at the door

Well, that's all I've got at the moment.

Hope all are well

1, S1

[unndunn]

Oh, fun stuff this weekend:
Celtfest
An afternoon of Celtic music. Bands include Boston Blackthorne, Spancil Hill and Tir na nOg- bands start at 2 preceeded by an open session from 12-2. Tented event, rain or shine.

Saturday, June 21; 12:30pm to 7pm
The Harp
163 Sunderland Rd
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 548-6900
info@theharp.net
Tickets: 10 adults 12 at the door

Well, that's all I've got at the moment.

Hope all are well

1, S1

Hey S1,
I'm going to the Irish Festival in North Haven, CT this weekend. It's Saturday and Sunday at the North Haven fairgrounds, which are right off of 91.

Here's a link: Connecticut Irish Festival: Feis and Agricultural Fair (http://www.ctirishfestival.com/)

If anyone is interested in going and wants to meet up, just send me a PM.

:)

[Stone_to_bone]

S1, Mox, LadyCS, softness, nhplowboi, InfiniteBlue and all the other Northamptonites and folks nearby who feel like venturing to Noho:

After a few weeks off ,we're meeting tonight at the Brewery for drinks at 7:30.

I hope to see you all there. We've been so busy in the last few weeks with Theo graduating and the end of the school year and other stuff. It'll be nice to relax and have a beer with friends.

Interruption over, carry on.

[Sophisticated1]

Hey S1,
I'm going to the Irish Festival in North Haven, CT this weekend. It's Saturday and Sunday at the North Haven fairgrounds, which are right off of 91.

Here's a link: Connecticut Irish Festival: Feis and Agricultural Fair (http://www.ctirishfestival.com/)

If anyone is interested in going and wants to meet up, just send me a PM.

:)

Hey there Unn,

After posting that there was an event happening AND hearing about yet another, I ended up doing absolutely nothing Celtic at all :s. Well,I did hang about with the mox so I was in fine Irish company, but we were both homebodies for the most part. I guess I have to work on my follow through and remember that there are actually people and things going on outside of my house. :o Imagine that!



S1, Mox, LadyCS, softness, nhplowboi, InfiniteBlue and all the other Northamptonites and folks nearby who feel like venturing to Noho:

After a few weeks off ,we're meeting tonight at the Brewery for drinks at 7:30.

I hope to see you all there. We've been so busy in the last few weeks with Theo graduating and the end of the school year and other stuff. It'll be nice to relax and have a beer with friends.

Interruption over, carry on.

And speaking of which, here is a thing going on outside my house. We are having to prepare for a trip to Florida (S1 in Florida... :hot-n-sweat: now there is a picture huh?:|) So I am not sure if we can make the Brewery or not. I will check in with Herself, and maybe we can swing it.

1,S1

[unndunn]

Hey there Unn,

After posting that there was an event happening AND hearing about yet another, I ended up doing absolutely nothing Celtic at all :s. Well,I did hang about with the mox so I was in fine Irish company, but we were both homebodies for the most part. I guess I have to work on my follow through and remember that there are actually people and things going on outside of my house. :o Imagine that!



Don't feel bad S1, I had major car issues and was stranded without a car all weekend. I didn't get to the Irish fest either day, which I am not happy about. I'll post info if any other ones are coming up. It's really a fun event for people of all backgrounds.

Unn

[Taking a chance]

Sometimes my mechanic loans me a Saab when I have to have work done on my little Camry.

I often say that he is like an old school butch in a male body.

:[ Chancie

[softness]

I want to go out tonight!

chances are, we need to stay in...

the Spider King and his troops work at night....ya know....

:D

(from a thread on Stupid Silly Fights)

[Stone_to_bone]

BF Social at the Brewery Tonight--7:30pm
Miss R, Bikerboyz, and I are definites for meeting up for a beer tonight so those of you who get off work and want to unwind, come do it with us. We'll be on the upper deck outside (hopefully the one that's way up, if its free)

See you all there.

STB

[cicibird]

BF Social at the Brewery Tonight--7:30pm
Miss R, Bikerboyz, and I are definites for meeting up for a beer tonight so those of you who get off work and want to unwind, come do it with us. We'll be on the upper deck outside (hopefully the one that's way up, if its free)

See you all there.

STB

I'll be there in spirit!

[Sophisticated1]

Ahhh shoot! I read about the get together at about 10:30 pm! I guess it is true what they say, timing is everything. Hope fun was had!

S1

[softness]

North Hampton folks! We have a treat for you! I hope you are ready for some road travel! On August 15th, Friday, KC's store is having a BEER TASTING PARTY!!! WOO HOOO!!! Plan on coming...because its also KC's BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!

yep...my butch is getting another year older....

and then on the 16th, we are throwing a BBQ at our place...yes, FINALLY, we are ready to entertain! BYOB and a side dish to share, and we provide the meats and the mixers and the chips and the etceras.....this is his birthday bash....cake and everything! We have plenty of room for people to stay over if they want...

rsvp to me please...as the cook, I have to figure out how much to make!

(^)

[nvcap1]

North Hampton folks! We have a treat for you! I hope you are ready for some road travel! On August 15th, Friday, KC's store is having a BEER TASTING PARTY!!! WOO HOOO!!! Plan on coming...because its also KC's BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!

yep...my butch is getting another year older....

and then on the 16th, we are throwing a BBQ at our place...yes, FINALLY, we are ready to entertain! BYOB and a side dish to share, and we provide the meats and the mixers and the chips and the etceras.....this is his birthday bash....cake and everything! We have plenty of room for people to stay over if they want...

rsvp to me please...as the cook, I have to figure out how much to make!

(^)

Hey. I do not think we have met. I grew up in NH though. I will be out of town at the MWMF. My 15th year as a worker there and I think it is my 17 festival. Counting gets tricky as I age. Happy Birthday and good luck with your party. N.

[Butch4Harley]

Hey all,

So it seems that this is a very inactive thread and I am surprised about that. Actually, I guess I'm not that surprised. I've live in the area now for just over a year and really haven't met all that many people. I only feel this more because my partner is out of town for the week and I am pretty damn bored. So I hope that maybe we can get this thread up and active again!

[msmoxie]

hey there--you are right, this once active thread has died!
another thread was created, "noho hello" i think it's called.
it's also not so active, i'd post a link but i don't know how.
we had a heyday here a year or 2 back.....*sigh*
oh well.
anyhoo--
welcome to town!
--mox


Hey all,

So it seems that this is a very inactive thread and I am surprised about that. Actually, I guess I'm not that surprised. I've live in the area now for just over a year and really haven't met all that many people. I only feel this more because my partner is out of town for the week and I am pretty damn bored. So I hope that maybe we can get this thread up and active again!

[nhplowboi]

Okay I'll try this thread too. Any of you all going to the Tea Dance this Sunday? Would like to see some of you guys again. KC

[vegasgrrl24]

Northhamptonites,

I have a temporary roommate who will be looking for a room or apartment in November or December for three months. Do any of you have any leads or maybe a room that will be available? Thanks a bunches!

vegasgrrl24

[Nohodyke]

I have a friend who I think is still looking for a housemate. email me at yahoo and I can put you in touch with her.

Nohodyke
nohodyke@yahoo.com

[vegasgrrl24]

bump bump bump bump

[Lady C Sparkle]

Hello Lovely,

I will let you know if I hear of anything.

xo Sparkle


Northhamptonites,

I have a temporary roommate who will be looking for a room or apartment in November or December for three months. Do any of you have any leads or maybe a room that will be available? Thanks a bunches!

vegasgrrl24

[Butch4Harley]

Come on you guys let's make this an active thread again. I would love to get out and meet some of you fine folks out here in the valley.

[musicfemme]

Yeah, I miss having local community.

[Butch4Harley]

Hey there musicfemme. How are you doing? Glad to know I'm not the only one looking for community around here! Do you ever go to the Rendevous in Turners Falls for RocketQueer?