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Flashdance: The Gala!
Oct
14
to Oct 15

Flashdance: The Gala!

Join us for the Diversity Center’s Annual Gala,  6pm, October 14, 2017 at the trendy Hotel Paradox, in Santa Cruz.

Afterparty @ 8:30pm

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS TODAY!

We have lots in store for a grand celebration and production that will be nothing less than spectacular! Come together, celebrate and show your support for the LGBTQ+ community of Santa Cruz County at the Center’s biggest event of the year. This is also an opportunity to learn about the many programs that we offer, share ideas, and engage with staff, volunteers and the board.

There’s non-stop excitement and fun from the moment you arrive. Enjoy cocktails and conversation with friends and a plated dinner by Hotel Paradox Executive Chef Ross McKee. Check out the high-energy live auction, or try your luck in the casino. The prizes are fantastic, the entertainment is top-notch and you’ll find photo ops at every turn. Later, get ready for the Flash Dance 80’s themed After Party, including a drag show, special performance by 80’s Pop Icon Tiffany – and a dance floor that’s gonna be burnin' up - It's truly a night you don't want to miss! 

We’ve packed a lot into one fun-filled evening for you!

· Plated Dinner and Dessert by Hotel Paradox Executive Chef Ross McKee

· Auctions for everyone – Checkout the high-energy live auction or browse plenty of silent auction items such as art, getaways, food and lots more. 

· Casino games including blackjack, craps and roulette.

· Activities and plenty of photo opportunities

· Group VIP tables and individual tickets available

· Intimate as well as group table seating areas

· Scandalous, off-the-hook after party!

· Special Live Performances and a Drag Show

· Smokin’ hot dance floor and DJ

Volunteer For Our Biggest Event Of The Year!

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR A VOLUNTEER SHIFT!

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Oct
15
to Oct 16

Diversity Center Anniversary Gala

Join us for the Diversity Center’s Annual Gala, October 15, 2016 at the trendy Hotel Paradox. We have lots in store for a grand celebration and production that will be nothing less than spectacular! Come together, celebrate and show your support for the LGBTQ community of Santa Cruz at the Center’s biggest event of the year. This is also an opportunity to learn about the many programs that we offer, share ideas and engage with staff, volunteers and the board.

There’s non-stop excitement and fun from the moment you arrive. Enjoy cocktails and conversation with friends and a plated dinner by Hotel Paradox Executive Chef Ross McKee. Check out the high-energy live auction, or try your luck in the casino. The prizes are fantastic, the entertainment is top-notch and you’ll find photo ops at every turn. Later, get ready for the scandalous Studio 54! themed After Party, including a drag show, special performance by Disco and Grammy Legend Yvonne Elliman – and a dance floor that’s gonna be burnin' up - shiny disco balls spinning and bell bottoms flying everywhere.  It's truly a night you don't want to miss!

 

We’ve packed a lot into one fun-filled evening for you!

· Plated Dinner and Dessert by Hotel Paradox Executive Chef Ross McKee

· Auctions for everyone – Checkout the high-energy live auction or browse plenty of silent auction items such as art, getaways, food and lots more. 

· Casino games include including blackjack, craps and roulette.

· Activities and plenty of photo opportunities

· Group VIP tables and individual tickets available

· Intimate as well as group table seating areas.

· Scandalous, off-the-hook after party!

Special Live Performances and a Drag Show

Smokin’ hot dance floor and DJ

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Nov
26

Closed for Thanksgiving

You've heard of the turducken, but have you ever heard of the vegducken?!

It's Thanksgiving and the Diversity Center will be closed in observance of turkey day. Share a meal with your family, or share a meal with those less fortunate. Whatever you do, have a wonderful dinner.  

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Mar
21
to Mar 25

Final call for nominations! The Diversity Center Lifetime Achievement Awards

There are only a few days left to make your nominations for Pride proclamations, Pride Grand Marshals or Lifetime Achievement Awards. They can't win if you don't nominate them! 

Please fill out the short nomination form and submit it by March 25th.               

http://diversitycenter.org/programs/santa-cruz-glbtiq-pride/pride-proclamations/

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