July 2001

Saturday, July 7th, 8:00PM    *SOLD OUT*
The Most Fabulous Story Every Told

Creation of the world: Instead of Adam and Eve our lead characters are Adam and Steve and Jane and Mabel, a lesbian couple with whom they decide to start civilization. Original sin, irreverence, mysterious forces, infidelity, flashing repartee and wanton wiles are offered up in this seriously silly and sexy farce. A West Coast premiere of a play by Paul Rudnick, writer of the award winning play Jeffrey. The performance is at the New Conservatory Theatre in San Francisco. Tickets $25 members, $28 guests.

Sunday, July 8th at 1:05 PM
Take Me Out To A Giant Ball Game

It's the SF Giants vs. Milwaukee Brewers for a great day at PacBell Park. MAXsports has obtained 25 tickets on the Third Base side with terrific views of the Bay. Tickets are $25.00 (Members) / $30.00 (Guests) and the price includes one drink plus your admission. Reserve online, or contact event champion. PacBell Park is at King and Third Streets in San Francisco.

Saturday, July 14, 11:00AM
Stanford Museum tour

Did you know that the Stanford University has the largest collection outside of Paris of the works of Auguste Rodin, the great French sculptor? The Rodin open air sculptor garden, including the famous "Gates of Hell", is not to be missed. That's not all! The Cantor Arts Center, formerly the Leland Stanford, Jr. Art Museum, on the Stanford University campus has a marvelous collection ranging from ancient to avante-garde art. MAXsouth invites you to a docent-led tour of this museum on Saturday July 14, at 11:00 AM with an optional lunch to follow.  Make your reservations early.  We will meet at 10:50AM on the steps of the museum for a delightful visit to this surprise jewel of the peninsula art world.

Saturday, July 14th at 2:00PM   *SOLD OUT*
Hot Fun in the Summer Time!

Break out the Speedos, shades and Coppertone for a fun day of delicious food, cool cocktails and hot men. Hosted by Mike and Alejendro, this is one gathering not to be missed. Your all-inclusive day includes an afternoon of BBQ entrees, appetizers, margaritas, wine, beer, soda, a resort like pool and plenty of fun! The fun will continue until at least 8:00-ish and the cost is a mere $20.00 (Members) / $30.00 (Guests). The party is sold out at this time, but you can be on the waitlist. (VENUE: Directions given at time of reservation.)

Wednesday, July 25th      *SOLD OUT*
Prime Time News with Hank Plante

Join MAXforum for a live broadcast of KPIX prime time news!

Hank Plante has extended an invitation to MAX to view a live broadcast of the news. Hank will be giving us a tour of the KPIX facilities. He'll also share his perspective on broadcast journalism. Pizza with light refreshments will be provided.

Space is limited! Contact MAXforum champion, Jim Oswald, at  621-2370 for more information. After Jim confirms your space at this event, you can pay online if you wish.

Saturday, July 28
Tour of World Famous Monterey Aquarium

Join MAXforum for a car pool to Monterey, California. Participate in a private, Monterey Aquarium docent-led tour of this world-class facility. Enjoy the tour, company and the optional no-host, seafood dinner. The fee is $25 for members and $30 for guests. You can reserve online and pay online for this event! Contact MAXforum champion, Ed Rose, for details at  552-7832.

Sunday, July 29th
Circling The Wagons Again!

It's time for the quarterly new and renewed member brunch. New members and those members who have renewed their membership between February and June 2001 will receive an invitation to this great free event which will explain - or in some cases, remind - you about all the wonderful things that can happen with your MAXmembership. Location is to be announced, but advance questions about the event can be directed to Jeff Mondon at  825-8522.

Monday, July 30th
Tuesday, July 31st
Help is on the Way VII:
An All Broadway Concert

MAX is proud to continue its sponsorship of the Richmond/Ermet AIDS Foundation's annual AIDS benefit concert gala at the Palace of Fine Arts. This year's roster of stars is one of the best yet, with MAXreport cover girl (and Oscar winner) Shirley Jones, cabaret chanteuse and Oz nun (and Oscar winner) Rita Moreno, friend of Whoopi (and Oscar writer) Bruce Vilanch, Taxi driver (and...uh-oh, no more Oscars) Marilu Henner, local loves Jill Eikenberry, Michael Tucker, Paula West and Meg Mackay, that Boitano boy, diva divine Carole Cook and a host of others. As always, 100% of the ticket sales benefit a deserving group of AIDS service organizations.

Host-level tickets starting at $150 include a pre-show gala and a dessert party with the cast following the performance. Performance only tickets are $75 on
Monday and $50 & $75 on Tuesday. To buy tickets, call the REAF ticket line at  273-1620. MAX members will be seated together so be sure to identify yourself as a MAX member. If you're interested in volunteering for this event, call the volunteer coordinator, Larry Klein at  552-3355.
More details at www.richmondermet.org.

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