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Midsumma 2010: opening with Carnival on Sunday 17 January and closing on Sunday 7 February
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Dear [NAME],
We hope that you have had a wonderful Christmas, and that 2010 will be a healthy and joyful year for you. Sadly though, this time of year can be fraught with difficulties for many people, and especially for those from our community. Sharon and Andrea from SheBar have made the following kind offer: "Many of us at this time of the year may be feeling a tad low. Both Andrea and I are here for you, so please feel free to pick up the phone and say hi (on 0419 992 966) as you are not alone......".
Note too that the Gay and Lesbian Switchboard is there to assist, 365 days a year, on 03 9663 2939 or 1800 184 527. Gay and Lesbian Switchboard is a volunteer organisation which provides a free and confidential telephone counselling, referral and information service for the Victorian and Tasmanian gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and intersex (GLBTI) communities. Their phones are staffed by trained volunteers who themselves are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender. The switchboard is open on Mon-Thu from 6pm to 10pm (on Wed from 2pm to 10pm) and on Fri-Mon from 6pm to 9pm.
Amendments to the 2010 Midsumma Program
There have been a small number of amendments to the Midsumma program since the 2010 Midsumma Program Guide was printed. Those that we're aware of are:
| Guide-Page | Event | Amendment |
| 24 | CAN, AIDS Posters | This runs from Thu 28 Jan to Sun 31 Jan, rather than from 19-31 Jan as printed. |
| 38 | A Day in the Life At JOY | Correct date is Monday 1 Feb (not Monday 2 Feb as printed) |
| 38 | Drags Aloud | This event has been cancelled |
Nightlife
What's On & Queer Around Town this New Year's Eve
Below you will find a few ideas for welcoming in the New Year in Queer Melbourne.
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Closet NYEThis New Year’s Eve, Closet is throwing the biggest gay disco inferno Melbourne has ever seen. It's been a big year for Closet. After four epic parties, they are going to celebrate the end of 2009, and the dawning of the second decade of the millennium in style. Over three massive rooms, Closet NYE brings you 7 hours of Electro, Disco, House & Hip Hop with more than 12 DJs. Where: Roxanne Parlour, 2 Coverlid Place. For more info see www.closetparty.com.au. |
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NYE @ The GreyhoundThis New Years Eve celebrate for FREE. Free Entry, Free Champagne on arrival, and a special party pack to help you bring in the new year. Doors open 8pm. Shows at 10pm and 11.30pm sharp. Where: The Greyhound Hotel, 1 Brighton Rd, St Kilda. For more info check out www.ghhotel.com.au, phone 03 9534 4189 or email info@ghhotel.com.au. |
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NYE - Harmony @ The Market (Thu 31 Dec)DJs: 10pm-1am Queen Martine; 1am-4am James Fraser; 4am-7am Tony Svehla; 7am-10am Carmine Romano. Midnight: countdown with Paris; 3am: Spectacular produced by Zowie Knox. Lights by Rob Lawry and Visuals by Wayne Morton. Tickets: pre-sale $35 general, $25 members. On the night: $40 general, $30 members, half-price after 6am. The Market Welcomes 2010 - New Years Night (Fri 1 Jan)
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| Where: The Market, 143 Commercial Rd,
Sth Yarra. More info: markethotel.com.au. |
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NYE @ Neverwhere....Black-out partyThat's right. We will be turning all the lights off and partying in the dark with torches and glow sticks handed out at the door, or bring your own. DJ SPYKE: (Two Tribes, Trans Atlantic 6, G.O.D. and NRG Parties (Smile Police), Intellectronica, Hard Kandy, PHD, The Peel, Traffik/Tongue & Groove) From 9pm till all hours in the morning. $10 entry, pre-sale tickets on the Neverwhere website. $5 basic spirits, $2.50 pots and half-price cocktails till 10pm. Drink Specials all night. $5 wet pussy's. $3.50 Jelly shots. Where: Neverwhere, 185 Smith Street, Fitzroy. For more info see www.neverwhere.com.au. |
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NYE at SheBarThe next SheBar is happening on New Year's Eve, and for this month only SheBar will not be happening on the 4th Saturday of the month..... Lot's of fun, giveaways, drinks @ bar prices, meals from 6.30pm. All your favourite party tunes will be supplied by the fantastic DJ Trish with special guest Giulietta. Dinner available from 7:30pm. Dancefloor opens 9:30pm. Tix $20: phone 0419 992 966 to book. Where: Bendigo Hotel, 125 Johnston St, Collingwood. For more info see www.shebar.org. |
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NYE at SircuitGavin Campbell will bring in the New Year with a bang and a Midnight countdown. A stripper or two will help bring on Midnight from 10pm. NYE is a MEN ONLY event with free entry all night. NYD at SircuitAfter partying in the New Year, perhaps up all night, or just finished a day party there comes a time when a bloke just wants to get a little dark and dirty. Sircuit opens at 8pm on Friday 1st January, New Years Day, with a Men Only After-Party. Where: Sircuit Bar, 103 Smith St, Fitzroy. For more info see www.sircuit.com.au. |
Sundae at the Greyhound: Every Sunday from 10 Jan
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First in a series of Sunday parties at the newly renovated GH hotel in St Kilda. Boasting some of Melbourne's most recognized & upcoming DJs:
From Midday onwards. Free before 5pm, $5 after, with a 'happy hour' from 2-4pm on beer, champas & basics. |
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| The Greyhound Hotel is located at 1 Brighton Rd, St Kilda. For more info check out www.ghhotel.com.au, email info@ghhotel.com.au or email sundaenaturals@live.com.
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We would like to highlight the following events around Melbourne:
| Event | On / Until... | Where | Genre |
| Topp Twins - Untouchable Girls | Screenings: 26 Nov+ | Cinema Nova | Film |
| Grouse Season 3 Party | (monthly) | Neverwhere | Nightlife |
| SheBar's New Year's Eve | 31 December | Bendigo Hotel | Nightlife |
| Pride March Launch | 5 January 2010 | St Kilda Town Hall | Community |
Thanks!
Your Midsumma Crew.
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