Gay Days 2009 Magazine

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Time To Celebrate Welcome to Gay Days Orlando, the theme of our 19th Anniversary is Sun & Buns so remember your sunscreen. Plan a visit to the Magic Kingdom on Saturday, June 6th as being a highlight of your vacation. That is the tradition from when Gay Days started back in 1991 and is a must do event of any Gay Days vacation. This year in the Places To Play section on pages 17-18, we highlight some of the other great local attractions and shows to see during your Gay Days vacation. We know you will love these other magical places whatever the park. Gay Days continues to be one of the top vacation events in the world with 150,000+ attendees traveling from all fifty states and many foreign countries. A walk through our host hotel reminds you of WDW ‘s It’s A Small World. This year, we’re proud to have been voted one of the top 7 events in Orange County and one of the top 100 events in Florida in BizBash Magazine.. Before you head home, be sure to stop by the Gay Days Expo, enjoy one of the many pool events, or one of the other 50+ events happening around town during Gay Days. Check out the official Gay Days calendar in the middle of the magazine. Most of you will wear one of the official Gay Days red-shirts (available at Gay Days Central- see pg. 5), but whatever style you go for make sure this 19th Anniversary is an experience to remember. GayDayS.com/Gay Days, Inc. is proud you are part of the Gay Days growth. Check us out throughout the year for any of your vacation/cruise needs. Next time you are planning a visit to Orlando or Florida check out our sister sites GayOrlando.com and GayFlorida.com. To our Gay Days 2009 visitors, we’re glad you’re here! Please vacation responsibly and start making plans for Gay Days 2010, which is the 20th anniversary of this event. Our theme for 2010 is Heroes; the dates are June 1-7, 2010. Remember, you can book your 2010 hotel room while you’re here to get the best rooms. “GAY DAYS® is the registered trademark of Gay Days, Inc. All rights reserved.

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For 2010 advertising, sponsorship or expo information, please contact Chris Alexander-Manley [email protected] • 407.896.8431

THE BIG DAY

Special Thanks to Our Presenting Sponsor www.BudLight.com Design & Production by John Carollo Naked Eye Studios www.NakedEyeStudios.com [email protected] 407.616.7170

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Gay Days Everything Central In One Place Hotel Rooms - Stay near where you play! Many great nearby co-host hotels are also available. Gay Days Expo (11th Annual) - Thursday, June 4th to Saturday, June 6th. Free admission - 80+ vendors Girls @ Gay Days Marketplace at the Regal Sun Resort Pool right down the street - Friday, June 5th to Sunday, June 7th. Daytime Pool Parties at both Royal Plaza and Regal Sun Noon to 6 PM on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, June 5th - June 7th Evening Pool Bashes at the Royal Plaza Hotel 6 PM to 2 AM on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, June 5th - June 7th Attraction & Show Tickets—For the best theme parks & shows! Discovery Cove, Blue Man Group, La Nouba, WDW, and more! Gay Days Welcome Bag—Stuffed with the FREE Gay Days magazine and much more! Event and Party Tickets—Your “Will Call” hotspot! Stop by for dances, films, comedy, art exhibits, and many other events.

Gay Days Host Hotel Royal Plaza Hotel 1905 Hotel Plaza Blvd. Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830 407.828.2828

Ticket Center Hours Thursday, June 4th : 12 PM to 8 PM Friday, June 5th : 10 AM to 8 PM Saturday, June 6th : 10 AM to 6 PM 19th Gay Day in the Magic Kingdom! Sunday, June 7th : 11 AM to 3 PM Ticket & Merchandise Center Only – Expo Closed!

Merchandise Center Hours Pick up your Official RED Gay Days Merchandise— T-shirts, hats, dog tags and more! Thursday, June 4th : 11 PM to 8 PM Friday, June 5th : 10 AM to 8 PM Saturday, June 6th : 10 AM to 6 PM

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Sunday, June 7th : 10 AM to 3 PM

The 11th annual Gay Days Expo is held at the Gay Days Host Hotel, the Royal Plaza Hotel in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. You will find a wide variety of products & sampling from 80+ GLBT friendly vendors along with entertainment & special events from our stage. Be one of the over 15,000 that attend each year. Admission is FREE. Attend the Gay Days Expo and enter to win a FREE trip for two to Gay Days 2010 and more! Check sweepstakes details below.

Expo Hours Thursday, June 4th: Noon - 8 PM Friday, June 5th: 10 AM - 8 PM Saturday, June 6th: Noon - 6 PM Sunday, June 7th: Pool Vendors Noon - 6 PM

Sweepstakes • One Lucky Winner Will Win All Of The Following: • Three night stay at the Gay Days Host Hotel • Four Attraction Tickets courtesy of Gay Days, Inc. • Gay Days clothing/merchandise gift basket Or $500

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WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY FRANCO DRAGONE. PHOTOS: C AMIRAND, VÉRONIQUE VIAL COS TUMES: DOMINIQUE LEMIEUX © 2004, 2009 CIRQUE DU SOLEIL ©DISNEY C8680275

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Regal Sun Resort Host Hotel - starting at $99! Thursday, June 4 Women’s Welcome Reception 7 - 9 PM Poolside Dive In Movie 9 - 10:30 PM Poolside Friday, June 5 Pool Party & Marketplace Noon - 6 PM Shades Of Red Women’s Dance 9 PM - 2 AM Saturday, June 6 Pool Party & Marketplace Noon - 6 PM Kate Clinton Comedy Show 7 pm Door IN THE LINE OF FIRE Dive In Movie 10 PM Sunday, June 7 Pool Party & Marketplace Noon - 6 PM Book Your 2010 Rooms Today

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DJ Harmony

See calendar on pages 21-22 for all Girls at Gay Days events! DJ Grace

We’re back at the Regal Sun Resort for the Girls at Gay Days Host Hotel for 2009. Rates start from $99 per night using the booking code GAY DAYS. Many of you stayed at the Regal Sun last year and were in the center of all the women’s events. Once again, this is where all the Official Girls at Gay Days events will be happening. Check out the full Gay Days calendar in the middle of the magazine for many other events happening at the Royal Plaza Hotel and elsewhere. On Thursday evening, June 4th, you’ll enjoy the sounds of DJ Harmony at the Regal Sun Resort pool for the Girls Welcome Reception from 7-9 PM. Join weekend MC’s Donna & Denise of the Lesbian Lounge on G.I.R.L. (GayInternetRadioLive.com) as they rev up the party. Then at 9 PM enjoy a FREE dive in movie poolside. Friday, June 5th from Noon – 6 PM DJ Harmony will rock your world for the first of three daily pool parties. You’ll also be able to check out women vendors at the Women’s Marketplace at the pool. That evening dress up in your best shade of RED outfit for the annual Shades Of Red Dance Party for the women and enjoy rocking and rolling by DJ Grace from 9 PM-2 PM. Saturday, June 6th begins with a trip to the Magic Kingdom. Join the Lesbian Meet & Greet at Town Square at 11 AM followed by a ride on the Lesbian Express on the WDW railroad at 1 PM. Later, be part of the Lesbian Stroll over to the 3 PM “must see” Disney Parade. After the parade join the women who stayed back at the Regal Sun for the Noon-6 PM pool party. Then hurry to your room to prepare for the Gay Days Comedy Show in the Regal Ballroom. We have the best with Kate Clinton with doors opening at 7 PM, see ad page 20. Then join us for the FREE women’s movie IN HER LINE OF FIRE. Sunday, June 7th you’ll be able to recover from the non-stop events with a relaxing day by the pool with DJ Harmony from Noon-6 PM. Remember to book your room for Girls @ Gay Days 2010 before you head back home. The dates are June 1-7, 2010. Our 2010 theme is Gay Days – Heroes!

Regal Sun Resort- Girls @ Gay Days Host Hotel 1850 Hotel Plaza Blvd. Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 800.624.4109

Ticket & Merchandise Booth Regal Sun Resort Lobby Pick up your event tickets and Official RED Girls at Gay Days Merchandise Thursday, June 4th : Noon to 9 PM Friday, June 5th : 10 AM to 9 PM Saturday, June 6th : 10 AM to 9 PM Sunday, June 7th : 10 AM to 6 PM

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From crimson to cerise, fuchsia to fire engine, ruby to scarlet, you’ll be in the pink at the red hot Shades of Red Dance. Start getting “red-dy” now!! Wear your favorite shade of red and dance the night away with DJ Grace Albion. More info at www.GayDayS.com

Friday, June 5th, 9 PM - 2 AM Windsor Ballroom - Regal Sun Resort $15 Advance • $20 Door

Exclusive Discovery Cove offer for Gay Days attendees. Save up to $70 per person.

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The only thing between you and an unforgettable day is a reservation. Make yours today - visit GayDays.com or visit the Discovery Cove booth at the Expo. Limited availability, restrictions apply. Advanced reservations required. Valid for visits June 1-30, 2009. ©2009 Busch Entertainment Corporation. All rights reserved .

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9 AM Park Opens* 11 AM Gay & Lesbian Youth Meet at Cinderella’s Castle Meet other young adults and new friends. It’s a casual thing. Talk to the people around you… that’s why they’re there too! Remember the 3 PM parade. 12:45 PM Lesbian Meet & Greet at Town Square Girls at Gay Days Unite! Meet at Town Square and mingle with women from around the world. Don’t miss the Lesbian Express train ride. In the afternoon, take time to rest awhile before attending the Comedy Night with Kate Clinton later tonight at the Regal Sun Resort Lake Buena Vista, the Girls at Gay Days Host Hotel. See the calendar for more info on these events.

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1 PM Lesbian Express All aboard the Lesbian Choo Choo Train! Share a tour around the Magic Kingdom, aboard the Walt Disney World Railroad. Disembark at Main Street Station for the Women’s Stroll. Once again, don’t forget Comedy Night with Kate Clinton later tonight. See the calendar for more info on these events. 1:40 PM Women’s Stroll Time for the girls to take to the street, proudly walking arm in arm down Main Street USA to join the Pre-Parade Meet & Greet at Cinderella Castle. 1:45 PM Pre-Parade Meet & Greet Cinderella Castle Forecourt. Join thousands of red-clad family from around the world as they gather for this traditional, impromptu

Set Your Alarm For The 1 PM Annual Bears Gathering 3pm Parade at Country Bear Jamboree street party. Join the BEARS and their admirers. Later, plan on 3 PM Disney’s Share A Dream Come True Parade* being at the Royal Plaza Hotel for the 6 PM Bear Comedy The 3 PM gathering to watch the parade is a tradition. Show and the Bear Dance at 9 PM. See the calendar for Wherever the parade travels, it’s surrounded by a sea of more info. red-shirted Gay Days crowds! Be part of this 19th annual event this year.

Noon-6 PM Gay Days Expo & Pool Party Need a break from the heat? Jump in the pool at the Gay Days Pool Parties at either the Royal Plaza Hotel or the Regal Sun Resort LBV or you can browse through the wares and exhibits of an eclectic collection of vendors and enter to win a FREE trip to Gay Days 2010. Royal Plaza Hotel, the Gay Days Host Hotel. (See Gay Days Expo page 6 and for directions see map page 36) Please note: if you intend to return to the Magic Kingdom later today, be sure to get a hand stamp prior to exiting the park. Both a hand stamp and a ticket are required for re-entry. Other wonderful Magic Kingdom must sees are Pirates of the Caribbean with Capt. Jack Sparrow, Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor, Mickey’s PhilharMagic, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin, and The Haunted Mansion. 10 PM Wishes™ Nighttime Spectacular 10 PM Park Closes* *Disney Park Hours, Events and Entertainment times are subject to change without notice.

Wear Red RED is so HOT! The traditional reason to wear RED on Saturday, June 6th is to be seen. Be creative or you can buy one of the Official Gay Days t-shirts at Gay Days Central at the Host Hotel Royal Plaza Hotel. Follow the Magic Kingdom schedule above and you will experience a FANTASTIC time. The weather will probably be hot and wet so remember to pace yourself. This will be a long day. Remember to buy your park tickets in advance and arrive early at the Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom employees look forward to this festive day each year. Make sure to thank them for any assistance. Make this Gay Days visit special. Take some great pictures and share some of them with us and be part of the 2009 Gay Days photo gallery.

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2009 GayDayS Film Fest Presented by:

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TICKETS: ONLY $5 PER SCREENING! Get your tickets today at the 2009 GayDayS Film Fest table at the GayDayS Expo, www.clipTampaBay.com or at www.GayDayS.com

WATERCOLORS SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2009 • 1:00PM

This exciting first feature from David Oliveras begins where it ends... in an art gallery, where Danny has made a promise never to paint his childhood obsession again. Quite an obsession, indeed. Gorgeous swimmer Carter enjoys being rebellious and open. His penchant for swimming in the nude doesn’t disappear just because he’s staying in young Danny’s home. Beautiful sequences and gritty acting make this a film a depressing delight to watch, and the swimming sequences are not to be missed.

BREAKFAST WITH SCOT SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2009 • 3:00PM

Eric (Tom Cavanagh) lives for all things hockey. Now in his thirties, he’s managed to turn his stint as an ex- Toronto Maple Leaf into a full-time gig as commentator for sports TV. He’s living the dream! He and his partner Sam (Ben Shenkman), a lawyer, live discreetly on a tree-lined street in Toronto. Enter Scot, budding queen of an 11 year old, who is Eric’s mirror opposite. Dressed in vibrant colors, his mother’s charm bracelet and with a penchant for musicals and Christmas carols, he’s not quite the ‘boy’ they expected.

IN HER LINE OF FIRE SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2009 • 10:00PM*

When the Vice President’s plane goes down near a remote South American island, he is kidnapped by rebel forces and held for ransom. It is up to his female Secret Service agent and a press secretary to infiltrate the camp and save him.

MULLIGANS SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 2009 • 1:00PM

Tyler Davidson invites his college buddy Chase home for the summer holidays and a secret is revealed that threatens to tear his perfect family apart. When Tyler’s mother, Stacey discovers her husband Nathan in an unspeakable affair, the Davidson family’s world begins to collapse. The summer is ripe with adventure, revelations, and betrayal as this family learns how to laugh, cry and love again.

WERE THE WORLD MINE SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 2009 • 3:00PM

If High School Musical indulged in flights of homoerotic fancy, it might look something like Tom Gustafson’s Were the World Mine. But to truly capture the essence of the writer-director’s spirited debut feature, we turn to an ever more timeless source: Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. When not suffering the wrath of his homophobic classmates, Timothy withdraws into his imagination, where macho rugby players morph into dancing fairies decked out in go-go boy attire. Timothy first balks at acting in the play but eventually embraces the role of Puck and, armed with a magical pansy, turns nearly the whole town gay - with unexpected implications for his mother, his two best friends and the hot star rugby player.

Film screenings will be held in the Harrington Ballroom at the Royal Plaza hotel, host hotel of GayDayS. * In Her Line of Fire will be screened poolside at the Regal Sun Resort.

Places To Play During Gay Days and beyond

Buy Your Tickets At Gay Days Central (see page 5)

GREAT SHOWS OR PARKS TO VISIT WHILE YOU’RE HERE!

Magic Kingdom - Where It All Started!

Blue Man Group

No matter what your age, you can follow your Disney dreams in this storybook fantasy park. Prepare for day of adventures, magical memories, and all the photo ops with new friends and Disney Characters you can imagine. DON’T MISS THE 3 PM PARADE! Gay Days 19th Anniversary-Saturday, June 6th Look around! It’s all about us!

Experience the new face of today’s entertainment at Universal Orlando Resort with Blue Man Group. Their unique form of entertainment that combines music, comedy and multimedia theatrics to create a blissful party atmosphere that people of all ages agree is a totally outrageous experience. World-renowned for their live stage shows, Blue Man Group now brings their eclectic mix of live music, fantastic percussion instruments, unexpected humor and so much more to Orlando—and the only place in town you’ll find a show as astounding as this is at Universal Orlando Resort. After experiencing the wildly popular Blue Man Group, enjoy FREE ADMISSION to select CityWalk® venues with the presentation of your Blue Man Group ticket stub. Tickets for Blue Man Group can be purchased individually or packaged with your theme park admission. Remember that you can see Blue Man Group and have one day at Universal’s Islands of Adventure for only $84 plus tax.

Other Walt Disney World Parks to visit. ANIMAL KINGDOM, EPCOT, & DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS. Get a Park Hopper at the Gay Days Ticket Center and go around the WORLD everyday.

Gay Days Central Royal Plaza Hotel (see page 5) Pool parties, free Expo, Welcome Bash, Ticket Center, Dances, Art Shows, and so much more.

Girls @ Gay Days Central Regal Sun Resort (see page 9) Pool parties, vendor marketplace, Welcome Reception, Ticket Center, Dances, Comedy, and so much more.

SEE AD PAGE 18 FOR SPECIAL GAY DAYS OFFERS!

There's More Than Dolphins to Discover at Discovery Cove

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Discovery Cove Enjoy an all-inclusive tropical vacation designed to fit into one unforgettable day. All it takes is a reservation to get to a place where friendly dolphins and birds welcome you to their home in an exclusive, secluded tropical getaway. Let the discovery begin right now. Journey into the fascinating world of Discovery Cove. Imagine a lush, tropical hideaway, where you can choose between adventure and relaxation at every turn. Kick back on pristine beaches. Float along a scenic tropical river. Snorkel in crystal waters teeming with fabulous rays or exotic fish. Explore vibrant coral reefs and lush, secluded grottos. Marvel at the thrill of tropical birds feeding from your hand. Then experience the high point of your day as you befriend a delightful dolphin who welcomes you to share a swim in a tranquil lagoon. As one of only a thousand guests enjoying this 30-acre retreat, you’ll enjoy Discovery Cove at your own pace and with lots of personal space. Discovery Cove is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. Reserve your place today. Save $70 per person when you book during Gay Days and visit between June 1 – 30, 2009. SEE AD PAGE 12 FOR SPECIAL GAY DAYS OFFERS!

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TRANSFORM THE ORDINARY INTO THE EXTRAORDINARY. The show name La Nouba originates from the French phrase “faire la nouba,” which means to party, to live it up. It is a world where dreams and reality intertwine as the urban and circus worlds meet on stage. Blending acrobatics, dazzling choreography, whimsical characters and live music, La Nouba stimulates our imagination from beginning to end. Only at Walt Disney World® Resort in Orlando, Florida. SEE AD PAGE 41 FOR SPECIAL GAY DAYS OFFERS!

Be sure to check out GayOrlando.com and GayFlorida.com for everything that’s going on in the city and state!

SPECIAL GAY DAYS OFFER

BLUE MAN GROUP & ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE COMBO TICKET Experience the wildly popular mix of music, comedy and multimedia theatrics of Blue Man Group. Live the AdventureSM of a lifetime at Universal’s Islands of Adventure® theme park. And now you can do them both at an incredible price!

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'!9$!93#/-s407-BLUE-MAN Ticket must be used between 6/01/09 and 6/10/09. Offer valid for one (1) guest admission to a specific seat for a specific performance of the Blue Man Group show as stated on the ticket and may be used for admission to Universal CityWalk venues on same day. Blue Man Group portion of the ticket is only valid for the day and time of show reservation. Valid for one (1) guest admission to Universal’s Islands of Adventure only for any one (1) calendar day. Ticket is non-transferable and non-refundable. Parking not included. Not valid for separately ticketed events. Subject to availability. Restrictions apply. Jurassic Park, Jurassic Park River Adventure ® Universal Studios/Amblin. © 2009 BMP. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2009 Universal Studios. © 2009 Universal Orlando. All rights reserved. 242712/0309/MW

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IT’S TIME FOR SOME RESTORATION COMEDY!

PRESENTS

Trillions schmillions - get off your troubled assets and let Kate Clinton tickle your stimulus package!

Saturday, June 6, 2009 7:00 PM Doors 8:00 - 9:30 PM Showtime $30 General Advance $45 Preferred Advance $60 VIP Regal Sun Resort • 1850 Hotel Plaza Blvd. Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 More info at www.GayDayS.com

Mullen Productions

Gay Days Orlando TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2009 GayDayS.com & Gary Lambert Salon present

Gay Days 2009 Kickoff Party Saks - Florida Mall 5:30 – 9:00 PM $25 advance - See ad page 34

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2009

Royal Plaza Hotel Welcome Pool Party 6 PM – 2 AM DJ Ricky/Orlando

Girls at Gay Days Pool Party and Marketplace Regal Sun Resort Noon - 6 PM See page 9-10

Gay Days/MBA Reception Regal Sun Resort Restaurant 6:30-9 PM

DJ Harmony/Florida FREE to hotel guests, $10 day pass at pool

FREE admission for MBA members, $10 non-members, cash bar! See map page 36

Gay Days Men’s Blue Pool Party Royal Plaza Hotel Noon - 6 PM See ad page 26

FREE admission, cash bar!

RisqueSommelier.com hosts

LUSH-A-LICOUS International Plaza Resort & Spa 5-9 PM Wine Tasting and Hors d’oeuvres. 21+

Girls at Gay Days Welcome Reception Regal Sun Resort Pool with DJ Harmony 7-9 PM with FREE movie at 9 PM FREE admission, cash bar! See map page 36

$20 advance, $30 door See ad page 39

Habitat for Humanity - Build A House Day Downtown Orlando area- sponsored by Log Cabin Republicans/Orlando Chapter 8 AM - 2:30 PM

THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2009 Gay Day @ Animal Kingdom Walt Disney World Regular park hours (Buy WDW Multi-Day Passes at Gay Days Expo)

Gay Days Roundup – Recovery Meetings Regal Sun Resort See ad page 35 www.gaydaysroundup.org DIGNITY/Orlando presents

Gay Days Welcome/Information Booth Royal Plaza Hotel Grand Hallway 10 AM - 9 PM Pick up your FREE welcome bag

GayDayS.com Merchandise Center Royal Plaza Hotel Grand Hallway 11 AM - 8 PM Girls at Gay Days Welcome/Information Booth Regal Sun Resort Lobby Noon - 9 PM Pick up your tickets, merchandise & FREE welcome bag

GayDayS.com Ticket Center Royal Plaza Hotel Lobby Noon - 8 PM Orange County Health Department Royal Plaza Hotel Lobby Noon - 7 PM Providing FREE HIV Rapid Testing, Hepatitis A & B vaccines

Gay Days Expo Royal Plaza Hotel Noon - 8 PM See page 6 for more info FREE admission & chance to win a FREE trip back to Gay Days 2010 - Open to public, all ages welcome

Gay Days 18+ Expo Royal Plaza Hotel Jasmine Ballroom Noon - 8 PM FREE Admission - Ages 18+

Art Exhibit Royal Plaza Hotel Grand Hallway Noon - 8 PM

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Miss Gay Days Pageant Royal Plaza Hotel Harrington Ballroom 7 PM Door • 8 PM Pageant $20 advance, $30 door. Benefit for the Center. See ad page 32

FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 2009 Gay Day @ Disney’s Hollywood Studios Walt Disney World Regular park hours

Gay Days Roundup – Recovery Meetings Regal Sun Resort See ad page 35 www.gaydaysroundup.org DIGNITY/Orlando presents

Gay Days Welcome/Information Booth Royal Plaza Hotel Grand Hallway 9 AM - 9 PM Pick up your FREE welcome bag

Girls at Gay Days Welcome/Information Booth Regal Sun Resort Lobby 10 AM - 9 PM

MANHUNT hosts

DJ Ronny Boy/Orlando FREE to Royal Plaza Hotel guests, $10 day pass at pool WET hosts

Gay Days BUD LIGHT Pool Bash Royal Plaza Hotel 6 PM - 2 AM See ad page 26

DJ Joshua Bula/Tallahassee & DJ Peter Savas/SaltLakeCity FREE to Royal Plaza Hotel guests, $10 night pass at pool

Comedian Wanda Sykes Hard Rock Live-Orlando 7:30 PM Door, 8 PM Show $35 Reserved Seating “Mature Content”

Gay Days Official Welcome Party Royal Plaza Hotel Harrington Ballroom DJ David Harness/San Francisco & DJ MARKFRANK Special guests Jade of RuPaul’s Drag Race and Super Nova Cyon Flare

9 PM - 3 AM $25 advance, $35 door See ad page 28

Girls at Gay Days SHADES OF RED Dance Party Regal Sun Resort Ballroom DJ Grace/Florida

9 PM – 2 AM $15 advance, $20 door See ad page 11

Pick up your tickets, merchandise & FREE welcome bag

Orange County Health Department Royal Plaza Hotel Lobby 10 AM - 7 PM

Tiffany in concert The Parliament House Resort 12 AM $20 See ad page 24

Providing FREE HIV Rapid Testing, Hepatitis A & B vaccines

Gay Days Expo Royal Plaza Hotel 10 AM - 8 PM See page 6 for more info Free admission & chance to win a FREE trip back to Gay Days 2010 - Open to public, all ages welcome

Gay Days 18+ Expo Royal Plaza Hotel Jasmine Ballroom 10 AM - 8 PM Free admission - Ages 18+

GayDayS.com Ticket Center Royal Plaza Hotel Lobby 10 AM - 8 PM

SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2009 Gay Day @ the Magic Kingdom 19th Anniversary Walt Disney World Normal park hours See pages 13-14 for more info Gay Days Roundup – Recovery Meetings Regal Sun Resort See ad page 35 www.gaydaysroundup.org

Habitat for Humanity - Build A House Day Downtown Orlando area- sponsored by Log Cabin Republicans/Orlando Chapter 8 AM - 2:30 PM DIGNITY/Orlando presents

GayDayS.com Merchandise Center Royal Plaza Hotel Grand Hallway 10 AM - 8 PM

Gay Days Welcome/Information Booth Royal Plaza Hotel Grand Hallway 10 AM - 9 PM

Art Exhibit Royal Plaza Hotel Grand Hallway 10 AM - 8 PM

Girls at Gay Days Welcome/Information Booth Regal Sun Resort Lobby 10 AM - 9 PM Pick up your tickets, merchandise & FREE welcome bag

2009 Calendar GayDayS.com Ticket Center Royal Plaza Hotel Lobby 10 AM - 6 PM GayDayS.com Merchandise Center Royal Plaza Hotel Grand Hallway 10 AM - 6 PM Girls at Gay Days Pool Party and Marketplace Regal Sun Resort Noon - 6 PM See pages 9-10 DJ Harmony/Florida FREE to hotel guests, $10 day pass at pool

Gay Days Expo Royal Plaza Hotel Noon - 6 PM See page 6 for more info Free admission & chance to win a FREE trip back to Gay Days 2010 - Open to Public, all ages welcome

Gay Days 18+ Expo Royal Plaza Hotel Jasmine Ballroom Noon - 6 PM Free Admission - Ages 18+ MANHUNT hosts

Gay Days Men’s Red Pool Party Royal Plaza Hotel Noon - 6 PM See ad page 26 DJ/Producer Randy Bettis/NYC FREE to Royal Plaza Hotel guests, $10 day pass at pool

Art Exhibit Royal Plaza Hotel Grand Hallway Noon - 6 PM Esurance presents the Gay Days Film Festival Movie-Watercolors Royal Plaza Hotel Harrington Ballroom 1 PM - See ad page 16 $5

Esurance presents the Gay Days Film Festival Movie-Breakfast With Scot 3 PM - See ad page 16 Royal Plaza Hotel Harrington Ballroom $5

Gay Days Official Comedy Event

MANHUNT hosts

$30 general advance, $60 VIP See ad page 20

DJ Seth Cooper/Austin FREE to Royal Plaza Hotel guests, $10 day pass at pool

Kate Clinton Regal Sun Resort Grand Ballroom 7 PM Door • 8 - 9:30 PM Show Gay Days Bear Dance Event

EuFURia Royal Plaza Harrington Ballroom 9 PM – 3 AM DJ Hazmat/Hollywood, DJ Francisco Guerra/Portland and DJ Ronny Boy/Orlando $30 advance, $40 door See ad page 19

Esurance presents a Girls at Gay Days movie Dive In Movie-In Her Line of Fire Regal Sun Resort Pool 10 PM FREE See map page 36

Deborah Cox in concert The Parliament House Resort 12 AM $20 See ad page 24

SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 2009 Gay Day @ Epcot Walt Disney World Regular park hours Gay Days Roundup – Recovery Meetings Regal Sun Resort See ad page 35 www.gaydaysroundup.org

Dignity Mass Royal Plaza Hotel Jasmine Ballroom 9 - 10 AM FREE all welcome DIGNITY/Orlando presents

Gay Days Men’s White Pool Party Royal Plaza Hotel Noon - 6 PM See ad page 26

Esurance presents the Gay Days Film Festival Movie-Mulligans 1 PM See ad page 16 Royal Plaza Hotel Harrington Ballroom $5 What’s Happening Magazine hosts the

Disco Brunch for GeoVax.com Royal Plaza Hotel Grand Ballroom 3 PM FREE

Esurance presents the Gay Days Film Festival Movie-Were The World Mine Royal Plaza Hotel Harrington Ballroom 3 PM - See ad page 16 $5 WET hosts

Gay Days BUD LIGHT Pool Bash Royal Plaza Hotel 6 PM - 2 AM - See ad page 26 DJ Deanne/Indianapolis & DJ Hazmat/Los Angeles FREE to Royal Plaza Hotel guests, $10 night pass at pool

Jennifer Holiday in concert The Parliament House Resort 12 AM $10 See ad page 25

MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2009

Gay Days Welcome/Information Booth Royal Plaza Hotel Grand Hallway 10 AM - 7 PM

Start planning your 2010 Gay Days vacation! Our 20th Anniversary!

Pick up your FREE welcome bag

The dates and theme for Gay Days are June 1 – June 7, 2010 - Heroes see ad page 42 Remember to bring your outfits to change in the phone booth!

Girls at Gay Days Welcome/Information Booth Regal Sun Resort Lobby See map page 36 10 AM - 6 PM Pick up your tickets, merchandise & FREE welcome bag

WET hosts

Gay Days BUD LIGHT Pool Bash Royal Plaza Hotel 6 PM - 2 AM See ad page 26 DJ Joe Bermudez/Boston & DJ Andy Ajar/Cape Coral FREE to Royal Plaza Hotel guests, $10 night pass at pool Gay Days Bear Comedy Event

Bear Necessities Royal Plaza Harrington Ballroom 6 PM Door • 6:30 - 7:30 PM Show Comedian Marc Peurye/Chicago $15 advance, $20 door See ad page 33

GayDayS.com Merchandise Center Royal Plaza Hotel Grand Hallway 10 AM - 3 PM Joy MCC Sunday Service Royal Plaza Hotel Harrington Ballroom 11 AM FREE all welcome

GayDayS.com Ticket Center Royal Plaza Hotel Lobby 11 AM - 3 PM Girls at Gay Days Pool Party and Marketplace Regal Sun Resort Noon - 6 PM - See page 9-10 DJ Harmony/Florida FREE to hotel guests, $10 pass at pool

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Improving Lives Every Day Abbott Laboratories proudly supports Gay Days in Orlando.

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We specialize in the care of chronic conditions, like HIV/AIDS, but can take care of your everyday medications too.We’re here for you and your family.

Delivery of specialty medications One on One counseling by HIV expert pharmacists Complete insurance billing and coordination of benefits

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Printer of 2009 Gay Days Orlando Magazine. 3440 Edgewater Drive, Orlando FL 32804 • P. 407-4812333 boomeranggraphics.com

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Bear Necessities The Gay Days Bear Comedy Show with Marc Peurye/Chicago P RESE N T E D B Y

Saturday, June 6, 2009 6 PM - doors open 6:30 - 7:30 PM show Royal Plaza Hotel 1905 Hotel Plaza Blvd. Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 Ages 18+ welcome. Proper I.D. required. More info. at www.GayDayS.com

$15 advance • $20 door

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*SPECIAL OFFER* Buy both Bear Necessities and EuFURia Bear Dance for only $40. A $5 savings off Bear Necessities.

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Need a Meeting? 1850 Hotel Plaza Blvd All meetings are open

Location Map TO ORLANDO 10 MILES PARLIAMENT HOUSE THE CENTER GARY LAMBERT SALON BIOSCRIP

HOST HOTEL Regal Sun Resort 1850 Hotel Plaza Blvd.

DISCOVERY COVE/ SEA WORD 3 MILES

• Shades of Red Dance • Kate Clinton Comedy • Roundup Meetings • Wine/Food Tasting

ORLANDO PREMIUM OUTLETS

BLUE MAN GROUP/ UNIVERSAL STUDIOS 5 MILES

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HOST HOTEL Royal Plaza 1905 Hotel Plaza Blvd. • Gay Days Expo • Pool Parties • Welcome Dance • Bear Comedy & Dance

Local Bars & Clubs TO TAMPA CLEARWATER/ST. PETERSBURG

Enjoy these Orlando establishments during Gay Days 2009! Remember to drink responsibly and take a designated driver or a taxi. Parliament House . ...........................407-425-7571 The Bears Bar .................................. 407-532-3627 The Legacy Club (Women)............. 407-521-2007 Savoy................................................ 407-898-6766 Hank’s................................................ 407-291-2399 Paradise........................................... 407-898-0090 Revolution........................................407-228-9900 The New Phoenix.............................. 321-363-7245 Wylde’s............................................. 407-835-1889 Pulse ................................................ 407-649-3888 More information on nightlife can be found on GayOrlando.com

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Wednesday, June 3, 2009 • 5:00-9:00 PM

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10100 International Drive Orlando, FL 32821

$20 Advance • $30 Door www.GayDayS.com or 888.942.9329 Ages 21+ Proper ID Required