Steve Rothaus' Gay South Florida

New poll: Lesbians love Liza, too (and Madonna and Cher and Janet Jackson and Cyndi Lauper and … )

From SX News in Sydney, Australia:

Cheeky Biscuit: Rachel Cook

Written by Rachel Cook

LESBIAN ICONOCLASTS

An international poll has revealed that Angelina Jolie is the ultimate lesbian heroine.

The survey asked 2600 lesbians to rate who they thought are they top lesbian icons and they came up with the following: 1) Jolie; 2) Madonna; 3) Pink; 4) Martina Navratilova; 5) Ellen DeGeneres; 6) Kylie Minogue; 7) Lady Gaga;  8) Annie Lennox; 9) Beyoncé; 10) Germaine Greer; 11) Liza Minnelli; 12) Gwen Stefani; 13) Cher; 14) Janet Jackson; 15) Tori Amos; 16) Britney Spears; 17) Cyndi Lauper; 18) Scarlet Johansson; 19) Sarah Jessica Parker; and 20) Dolly Parton.

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Aqua Girl 2009 breaks fundraising, attendance records

News release from Aqua Girl:

Aqua Girl continues to shine as the nation’s premier charity women’s week

Miami Beach, FL – After ten years of producing the hottest Women’s fund raising week in the country, the women who steer the Aqua ship stand proud in announcing this year’s most successful Aqua Girl event yet. The annual fundraising week hosted record-breaking numbers with over 9,000 attendees basking in the golden South Florida sun and refreshing in the cool aqua waters of South Beach.

The sputtering economy can’t stop the party for a cause

This year’s festivities launched with a VIP cocktail party, art exhibit and live auction and then dazzled patrons with a variety of social and cultural events including a dive-in movie, pool parties, dance parties, comedy night, a Mother’s Day brunch and T-dance.

Aqua Girl week draws a diverse audience and celebrity entertainers including women of all ages, colors and cultures, all uniting for a good time and more, they know their support is linked to a great cause. With 100 percent of the net proceeds benefiting lesbian, bisexual, and transgender women of South Florida, attendees can feel good that their a part of an organization and event that is changing the lives of South Florida’s LGBT Community.

In addition to this year’s record-breaking attendance, gross proceeds of the event also broke records at $230,000 raised. These crucial dollars will provide financial support and critical resources to dozens of nonprofit organizations and scholarship recipients that share the Foundation’s commitment to promoting the strength, health, equality and visibility, of lesbian, bisexual and transgender women in South Florida.

“The results are outstanding given the current economic environment.” said Aqua Foundation treasurer Yolanda Flores. 

For more information about Aqua Girl, visit www.aquagirl.org

For more information about the Aqua Foundation for Women, visit www.aquafoundation.org

Photos by STEVE ROTHAUS / Miami Herald Staff

Olivia Cruises and Resorts celebrates 20 years of lesbian travel

From Wen Minkoff of Olivia Cruises and Resorts:

We thought you'd be interested in the attached press release announcing Olivia Cruises and Resort's 20th Anniversary Western Caribbean Cruise (February 28-March 7, 2010). Meg Christian, an original Olivia recording artist, and Leisha Hailey, of L-Word fame, will be involved.

20 Years of Travel Press Release Final

‘Does Your Bra REALLY Fit???’ -- Women in Network meeting on Wednesday, June 3

From Women in Network:

WIN Meeting June 3, 2009 - 7:00pm

A Lesson In Proper Foundations
(or... "Does Your Bra REALLY Fit???")

According to most foundation-wear professionals, almost 80% of women are wearing the wrong bra sizes. This results in women believing that bras are inherently uncomfortable and unnecessary. How mistaken! A bra that is fit properly will be most comfortable, and provide the support and silhouette most women desire. In this presentation, WIN's Noah Kitty will teach us how foundation-wear is just that - a foundation that supports your activity of the moment. She'll show us what to look for in a proper fit, the difference between band size and cup size, the different bras for various activities, and hopefully leave you feeling that your bra is your friend!

Membership Cards are being distributed at WIN meetings!  Make sure to attend and pick your card up!

Visit our website at:  www.womeninnetwork.com to learn about membership benefits and special member discounts at local establishments!

Meeting Location:

Hagen Park

2020 Wilton Drive

Wilton Manors, FL 33305

Video | ‘My Miserable Lonely Lesbian Pregnancy’ author Andrea Askowitz at Books & Books in Coral Gables

On YouTube:

Who Have You Told by Andrea Askowitz from Lip Service 9, May 16, 2009. Taped at Books & Books, Coral Gables, FL. Check out AndreaAskowitz.com for more information or to buy her memoir, "MY MISERABLE LONELY LESBIAN PREGNANCY"

7,000 women expected at Girls in Wonderland / Gay Day at Disney Women’s Weekend

News release from Yesi Leon:

Move over Snow White. Back off Sleeping Beauty. South Florida's top women's party producers Pandora Events bring a different brand of leading lady to the Wonderful World of Disney. Expect more than 7,000 women to turn out for their annual Girls in Wonderland extravaganza, one of the largest lesbian event in the state, June 4-7 in Orlando.

The events, hosted by MTV reality stars Dani Campbell (A Shot at Love with Tila Tequila) and Road Rules veteran Rachel Robinson (now appearing in RW/RR Challenge: Duel 2), coincide with the 19th annual Gay Day at Walt Disney World and raise funds for the National Center for Lesbian Rights.

"We've added more live music and spiced up the dance events this year with no increase in price," says Girls in Wonderland co-founder Yesi Leon. "Once again, we'll have something for everyone, from spectacular parties to a Polynesian Luau. We're even creating a late-night lounge at the host hotel to continue the party after the signature Girls in Wonderland event at House of Blues."

All of the greatest hits from previous years are back in full force: three bikini-filled days of pool parties, a live concert featuring Halcyon, club events with gyrating go-go girls, a relaxed three-course Polynesian Luau, and the hottest women's dance party of the weekend: the nautically themed Girls in Wonderland 8: Anchors Away.

The rapidly growing event now claims two host hotels: the nearly sold out Courtyard Marriott, ground zero for pool party action, the welcome reception, and luau; and its laid-back neighbor, the Fairfield Inn, which also hosts a pool party. Both hotels are conveniently located at Marriott Village, 8623 Vineland Ave., Lake Buena Vista, and will have shuttle service to off-site events. Rates start as low as $99 night (includes the pool parties); book at www.girlsinwonderland.com or call 1-800-922-3194 and use the reservation code "Girls in Wonderland."

Proceeds from the Girls in Wonderland weekend benefit NCLR, a national legal resource center that advances the rights and safety of lesbians and their families through litigation, public policy, and education. NCLR also provides representation and resources to gay men and bisexual and transgender individuals on key issues that support lesbian rights.

Girls in Wonderland Sponsors: Travelocity, Bud Light, Monster Energy Drink, Olivia Cruises, Sweet Cruises, LogoOSS Technology Services,  Pacific Reproductive Services, Gay Philadelphia, All Star Direct Insurance,
KittysToyBox.com, Curve magazine, Girlbar, PhishPhest.com, Orlando Premium Outlets, Go Magazine, She Magazine, Crescent Resort-South Beach, Damron, Mark's List, Bonnelly Productions, Lesbo-a-GoGo,

For more information, please visit www.girlsinwonderland.com

Photo gallery | AquaGirl @ Bongos

On Miami.com:

Rewind: AquaGirl @ Bongos

Havana Nights was the theme for AquaGirl's Friday night party at Bongos Cuban Cafe. Photo: Jipsy.

Aqua Girl 2009 to begin May 6 on South Beach

Aqua Girl ‘09 runs May 6-10. Click photo for more information:

Miami Beach Gay Pride 'She Tea' 5 p.m. Saturday at Bentley Hotel on Ocean Drive

From icandee events:

Original 1972 trailer to 'Pink Flamingos'