O&A Lanes for Change

posted: February 10, 2010 

o&a’s “lanes for change” bowling fundraiser for creative clay was a rousing success, marked by lots of laughter, cheering, high fives, strikes, spares, and yes, gutter balls! the action-packed afternoon rocked the house at sunrise lanes, thanks to creative clay member artists and staff, family, friends, and o&a’ers. ...

O&A Lanes for Change

posted: January 12, 2010 

be the change! make a difference and bring smiles to the faces others. we’ll be done in plenty of time for you to get to your super bowl plans. help us support creative clay, a wonderful local nonprofit cultural arts center which makes the arts accessible for everyone, regardless of age, gender, ability and/or race. join us for “o&a...

Equality Florida Oasis Mixer

posted: October 14, 2009 

Join Equality Florida outside the Tampa Theatre for some slushy (non-alcholic) drinks, music and fun! This is a great time to meet up with friends before or after the movie for a free mixer. Care to be an Equality Florida volunteer at Oasis Mixer? click here

AIDS Walk St Pete-CANCELLED

posted: August 18, 2009 

EVENT CANCELLED due to weather yet we managed to raise over $800 Outings & Adventures once again joins forces with SAC Suppers to form the ultimate St Pete AIDS Walk Team! This event is open to everyone, come join our team. We’ve made it very simple to join AND extra rewarding. Let’s get out there to show our support for such a great...

I’m Revolting and You Should Be Too

posted: July 14, 2009 

Demonstration/Protest Of WFLA CH 8 For Airing Homophobic Infomercial What: A peaceful demonstration to protest Media General’s anti-gay programming. Who:Fair-minded people willing to stand up to hateful anti-gay attacks. Where: Media General HQ- 202 S Parker St Tampa, FL 33606-2395 When: July 15th – 4:30 P.M. Press Conference, followed...

Watch Florida’s First Ever
Pro-LGBT Commercial

posted: March 23, 2009 

Should it be legal to fire gay and transgender people in Gainesville? On March 24th, voters will decide whether to remove sexual orientation and gender identity from the Gainesville Human Rights Ordinance. The local team, led by Equality Florida’s very own Joe Saunders, is doing an amazing job. Hundreds of volunteers are going door to door and...

Past Event 3/16/09
Join Equality Florida for Rally in Tally

posted: March 12, 2009 

Why Rally? How To Get There Where To Stay Itinerary Come Join the Rally in Tally for LGBT Equality Monday • March 16, 2009 • Noon Florida Capitol Building Join fair-minded Floridians from across the state as we gather at the State Capitol to demand that all Floridians be treated fairly and equally under the law, regardless of sexual orientation...

Past Event 3/15/09
Film FEASTival Brunch Benefitting CLIP

posted: March 12, 2009 

Sunday, March 15 Who doesn’t love a great gay brunch? L’Olivier Restaurant & Cabaret, the perfect place to ‘do brunch’ then a movie.    Here’s how you participate: You host a brunch in your home for as many people as you wish. Each person who attends your brunch would contribute a dollar amount you agree is acceptable....

Gov. Crist Appoints Florida Supreme Court

posted: March 11, 2009 

With Florida Supreme Court Justice Charles Wells retiring this month, Governor Charlie Crist today lived up to his promise to appoint a more diverse court. He resisted intense pressure from ultra conservatives and appointed Seminole County Judge James Perry to replace Justice Wells. Click here to thank Gov. Crist. Last month, we wrote and asked you...

Past Event 12/14/08
Holiday Cocktail Reception at GrillSmith

posted: March 4, 2009 

The Passing of One of Our Own

posted: February 8, 2009 

Celebration of Life Service: Thursday, April 9  Funeral service: “Chapel of Lights” at the Garden of Memories Mausoleum, 4207 E. Lake Ave, Tampa, click here for map & directions Viewing:  10 AM Celebration of Life Service: 11AM  All information provided courtesy of Mark & Carrie, MC Film. The Tampa Bay GLBT Community lost a fighting...

Past Event 1/20/09
MOVEON.ORG INAUGURATION BASHES

posted: December 24, 2008 

Tuesday, January 20 When Barack Obama takes the oath of office on January 20th, the millions who worked to put him in office are going to be ready celebrate.So MoveOn is organizing Inaugural Bashes that night in communities across the country.  Use this link to find one near you!

Past Event 12/14/08
138 Meals Contributed To Metropolitan Ministries

posted: December 6, 2008 

We Ate, Drank, Socialized & Won Prizes All While Benefiting MetMin The outdoor patio, professionally decorated, made for a wonderful setting for O&A’s Holiday Cocktail Party. Pics from the party along with credit due to our wonderful sponsors, local gay friendly and gay owned businesses. The talk of the party was a person, we’ll...

Past Event 9/13/08
AIDS Walk St. Petersburg, Get Involved!

posted: September 2, 2008 

O&A Joins SAC Suppers Team Saturday, September 13 Get Involved and Make a Difference! O&A is joining forces with SAC Suppers Team to raise money for AIDS Walk St. Pete. Come join us for this walk for awareness.  Click on this link to view all the details at O&A Event Calendar