February 2002

Saturday, February 2nd, 7:00PM
Fine Wine for Lean Times

We may be in a recession, but we won't drink screw-top wine, darlin'. Let MAX's wine expert Paul Mugnier introduce you to some fine imports that can be uncorked for $10 or less. Join us at a trendy SOMA loft where you will enjoy wine and cheese while hearing some of Paul's stories from his life as a Cajun restauranteur, Frenchman and wine buyer. Quel scandale! Members pay $25, guests $35. Reserve online or contact Dan Epp at  503-0455.

Friday, February 8th, 8:00 PM
The Red & Black Party 

MAX continues the tradition of hosting a wild, passionate Valentine's Party! Come join us at the dark, private, woodsy, secluded, sexy Stern Grove Lodge for a night of fun, desire, lust and passion. This year's theme? Wear your best red and black outfits. Pull out those red silk boxers, red jockstraps, add some black leather for a night of libations, dancing, go-go boys, and strippers. Try your luck on the MANdate raffle, where five of MAX's finest will be offered up for a future night of fun and frolic. This is the party to go wild and enjoy yourselves with your new and old friends. Admission for members is $30, guests $40. Reserve online or call champion Mark Busse to reserve at  290-5689. View a map of Stern Grove and directions about how to get to the party.

Saturday, February 9th at 10:15AM
Fundamentals of Sketch
and Figure Drawing Class

Instruction will include some still life, perspective, and fundamentals of drawing and sketching, with the majority of time spent on figure sketching the male nude. Instructor Les Barnett has tremendous insight into figure drawing and is willing to share his experience with us as we learn and experiment with this form of drawing. While he wants us to learn from this experience he knows that this can be a fun and casual way to spend time together and enjoy ourselves in a constructive manner. He anticipates that we will have a good time and learn something in the process.

Barnett is a graduate of The Cooper Union, New York City. He studied in both the U.S. and Europe and was the creative head of a New York and San Francisco communications firm. He directed the work of artists such as Norman Rockwell and Andy Warhol and has had recent exhibits in New York’s Soho and Chelsea.

Participants can bring their own lunches or order a deli lunch. Admission is $35.00 (Members) / $45.00 (Guests). Contact Ken Wrasse at  591-1546 for further information including a list of absolute must-have items for the class. Participants can bring their own supplies or let Ken buy them and purchase them from Ken at his cost - estimated under $10.00. (VENUE: TBA)

Thursday, February 14th, 8:00PM
Valentines Day at Club 1220, Walnut Creek

Roses are red, violets are blue, pucker up MAXers and maybe he'll bid on you! Come celebrate a very special Valentines Day at Club 1220 in Walnut Creek where we will have bachelor dates, raffles, "love" notes, finger foods and a DJ to help dance the night away. All for just $5 at the door (cash bar). All our proceeds for this event go to help the Diablo Valley AIDS Center. Contact Bill Evans at 925.708.1865 for more information. View a map of how to get to the Club 1220, which you'll find at 1220 Pine Street in Walnut Creek ( 938-4550). Party time is 8:00PM

Sunday, February 17, 6:00 PM
Chinese Dinner at the Five Happiness

Join your MAXbuds at the Five Happiness Chinese restaurant on Geary near 6th Ave. Jim Meyers has organized a delicious full dinner including one beer or one glass of wine. This is sure to be a great experience. Jim knows his restaurants and is looking forward to bringing his MAX brothers to this favorite of his. Call Jim Myers at  864-8349. $19 Members/$29 Guests.
Note: the printed MAXreport has an incorrect date of Feb 16.

Saturday, February 23, 7:00PM
AFTERGLOW: A Castro Cabaret Friday

The Lesbian/Gay Chorus  present AFTERGLOW: A Castro Cabaret at Cafe du Nord near the corner of Sanchez and Market. The LGCSF will perform "A Handful of Keys" and "My Funny Valentine", and many other acts. Call Dennis Baker at  821-9363 or reserve online. $18 for MAXmembers and   $28 for MAXguests. 

Sunday, February 24th
A DAY AT THE RACES - Golden Gate Fields, Albany

Spend a relaxing fun Sunday with friends watching and wagering on your favorite ponies! Cocktails will be served at your own linen covered table. In addition to admission to the track, the package includes seating in the exclusive Turf Club protected from the elements, a wonderful buffet lunch and a racing program. New this year, preferred parking has been included, a $7.00 savings over last year. Tickets are STILL $25.00 (Members) and $35.00 (Guests). Contact Scott Todd at  938-3615 for information.

Monday, February 25, 7:30PM
One Night Only special cabaret event

The Richmond/Ermet AIDS Foundation (REAF) presents a one-of-a-kind cabaret hostessed by Grand Diva Carole Cook with stars Rachel York, Chuck Wagner ("Kate") and special appearances by Gary Sandy ("Whorehouse") and Rex Smith ("Kate") as well members of both companies (including those hunky "Whorehouse" dancers) in a special benefit performance. The stars get to sings the songs they love, so it makes for a very special performance. Beach Blanket Babylon's intimate Club Fugazi is donating their theater for this special event and MAX has a section in the front center balcony reserved for MAXmembers and guests. Admission is $40. Call the BBB Box Office at  421-4222 (Mention "MAX Seating"). A limited number of reception tickets ($25.00 extra) are also available for the cast party following the performance at the nearby Savoy Tivoli. Doors open at 6:30 and tickets will be held at the box office so be sure and bring ID. Also, Club Fugazi runs a "cash only" bar. For more information, visit REAF's website at www.helpisontheway.org.

Wednesday, February 27, 8:00PM
Best Little Whorehouse In Texas  **CANCELLED**

Thursday, February 28th at 7:00PM
Tails of the City

MAXoutreach invites you to join us for Destination Foundation’s Pre “Tails of the City” Cocktail Party at The Ritz Carlton San Francisco. Come mingle and meet the “Tails of the City” hosts and sponsors in the beautiful Courtyard of the Ritz Carlton. Complimentary cocktails and appetizers will be served. Valet parking available. Destination Foundation is a non-profit organization that grants dream trips to people in the San Francisco Bay Area living with life-threatening illnesses, such as HIV/AIDS and breast cancer. Together, we can give the world! Please RSVP and purchase your tickets with Janice Lum at Destination Foundation. More information is available at www.destinationfoundation.org. The Ritz-Carlton San Francisco is at 600 Stockton Street, and a donation of $25.00 is suggested for admission. To reserve, call or email Janice Lum at  970-3333. 

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