July 2000

Saturday, July 8
Autumn Moon in July

Join MAXEast at the critically acclaimed Autumn Moon Cafe located in the Grand Lake area of Oakland. Autumn Moon is rated BEST AMERICAN FOOD AND BEST DINNER in "Where the Locals Eat: A guide to the Best Restaurants in America 1999."  Co-owners Wendy Levy and Kerry Hefferman deliver outstanding cuisine in the atmosphere of a neighborhood cafe. To assure yourself a place at the table and to avoid having to hear, "You really should have been there" from your friends, reserve online or call Paul Shields today at  933-6910. Members $49; Guests $59.

Tuesday, July 11, 6:30PM
TASTE at Elka's Restaurant

For an extravagant summer feast, join us for no host cocktails at 6:30PM with hors d'oeuvres followed by creations from a special menu. Randall, the sommelier, has paired the wines and sake to enhance the delectable dishes. This sumptuous feast is only $65 all-inclusive for members and $78 for non-members. Make your reservations online and Bill Funke will confirm your seat at the table. Elka's is at 900 Bush Street at Taylor.

Wednesday, July 12
MAXSouth's Dive Dinner

MAXSouth's Dive Dinner for July will be at Mike's Bar & Grill, 497 Reynolds Circle in San Jose. For information, contact Blair Cambra at 408.473.2205. Find your way to Mike's via our map.

Friday, July 14
Shockheaded Peter at A.C.T.

A smash hit in London, New York, Washington, and elsewhere, Shockheaded Peter is like nothing you've seen before. "Wonderfully inventive," extolled the New York Times about this amusingly macabre staging of the classic 19th century German children's book Struwwelpeter (Slovenly Peter). Deliciously morbid, cheerfully chilling, and always entertaining, Shockheaded Peter illuminates Heinrich Hoffman's classic cautionary tales and his cast of selfish, disobedient children with a whimsical and gruesomely hilarious combination of puppetry, Victorian melodrama, and musical storytelling. Book your orchestra seats for $56 for members or $67 guests with Dennis Baker,  821-9363.

Saturday, July 15, 10:30 AM
Docent Tour of Magritte Exhibit at SF MOMA

Inspirational to the pop culture imagery of the Beatles and Cirque du Soleil, this exhibition is the first overview of Belgian surrealist Rene Magritte's work on the West Coast in more than 30 years. The collection includes 65 works highlighting Magritte's investigation of painting as representation and the relationship between language, images, words and objects. Our docent tour will last from 10:30 AM to noon. An optional lunch at a nearby SOMA restaurant will follow. Reserve your place with Dennis Baker at  821-9363 or book online. Members $15; guests $25. Members of SF MOMA get a discount.

Saturday, July 15
Giants vs "A"s at PacBell Park 

TAKE ME OUT TO THE NEW BALLPARK!
Watch the Giants play their cross-bay rivals at the new Pacific Bell Park by the bay. Watch the homers sail over the fence and into the bay. MAX has secured 27 tickets to this sold-out game. The afternoon game (1pm) will be preceded by festivities at a nearby loft with a rooftop deck, owned by member David Cover. The loft is located only two blocks from the ballpark. The cost of only $25 for members and $35 for non-members includes ballpark-type food and drinks. Call Jim Tom at  861.8899 to reserve. The event will sell out very quickly.

Monday, July 17
Gay Author Reading/Discussion Group

The MAX Forum committee is conducting a reading and discussion group about gay authors. If you're interested, call Mark Cecil at  752-9851. You're invited to post your suggestions of interesting gay authors to the MAX Message Board.

Wednesday, July 19, 8:00 PM
Fully Committed -Theater on the Square

The action in Fully Committed revolves around a day in the life of Sam, a struggling actor, who works as a reservation clerk for an ultra-chic four-star restaurant, and the hordes of people who make his job impossible. The colorful cast of characters, all performed by Mr. Sandler, includes the restaurant's high-strung maitre d' and an egomaniacal chef that The New York Times described as "Hannibal Lechter in kitchen whites." Make your online reservation for this hilarious tour de force and Dennis Baker will confirm your $30 member or $40 guest ticket.

Saturday, July 22 noon
Napa Pool Party

Off with those sweaters and overcoats! 
The heat is on!
It's summer at MAX and nothing screams summer like a margarita by the pool at our annual invasion of the beautiful estate of our Dr. Gary Hayes. We will have plenty of cocktails, including those incredible margaritas, along with hot appetizers served by hot men in speedos and a full BBQ. The cost is $20.00 for members and $30.00 for non-members. Make your reservation by calling the MAXParty Hotline at 415 436-0976.

Sunday, July 23, 9:30am
Bike and Blade the Iron Horse Trail!

Bicyclists, rollerbladers and walkers mark your calendars! We'll meet in Civic Park, Walnut Creek to enjoy all or part of the Iron Horse Trail, a smooth bike path running approximately 16 miles from Walnut Creek to San Ramon. Bring your own box lunch for a picnic in Civic Park afterwards. MAX will provide liquid refreshments (non-alcoholic). Cost: $3 formembers and $13 for non-members. Please contact Greg Potts for details and to reserve,  865-6792. 

Wednesday, July 26, 8:00 PM
Les Miserables at the Curran Theater

"Do you hear the people sing? Singing the song of angry men" - of angry MAX members who did not reserve their tickets to the most memorable musical of all time. Even if you have seen it before, Les MIS is always a tender, touching and inspiring musical of the highest caliber. Reserve online for your orchestra $70 member, $80 guest tickets or by calling Robert Manuel at  396.1589.

Monday, July 31
Help Is On The Way: VI

This year, the Richmond/Ermet Aids Foundation will be producing their very popular Help Is On The Way on two evenings, July 31 and August 1. Featuring the music of Cole Porter, this year's performances are again at the Palace of Fine Arts, with stars such as Rita Moreno, Jill Eikenberry, Paula West, our favorite Grand Diva Miss Carole Cook and many more. On Monday is the grand gala with the huge pre-show party and auction. Tuesday has a party afterwards where you can mingle with the cast. Book your reservation by calling  273.1620. Visit the REAF website for more information about these performances.

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