Events
Every year Lambda Legal hosts award galas, garden parties, intimate dinners and other events. We also hold educational forums, seminars and rallies, sometimes with partner organizations — and our attorneys and public education staff participate in a wide range of conferences and workshops open to the public. Check out the calendar below to find out what's happening in a town near you!
Jeffrey Fashion Cares 2010
March 22, 2010 | 6:30 pm – 11:00 pm
The Intrepid Aircraft Carrier, Pier 86, 12th Avenue & 46th Street, New York, NY
Jeffrey Fashion Cares 2010 brings together fashion’s most fabulous for a dazzling evening of cocktails, silent and live auctions, and haute couture on the runway. Join the biggest and brightest stars in fashion coming together to benefit Lambda Legal, The Hetrick-Martin Institute, Gay Men's Health Crisis, and The Point Foundation. For more information, please contact Kylee Sunderlin at 212-809-8585, ext. 216.
LGBT Legal Update: Your Rights In Arizona And Beyond
March 25, 2010 | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
1 Voice Community Center, 725 West Indian School Road, Suite #125, Phoenix, AZ
Lambda Legal presents a free community forum to discuss its cutting edge civil rights work around the country and to give an update on its current work in Arizona, including Collins v. Brewer, the lawsuit seeking to block elimination of domestic partnership benefits to gay and lesbian Arizona state employees. Phoenix based estate planning and family law attorneys will also provide critical information on how you can protect yourself and your family in Arizona. Thank you to our community partners in Phoenix: City of Phoenix, Equality Arizona, Human Rights Campaign, One Community and 1 Voice Community Center. For more information, please contact Loren Javier at 213-382-7600, ext. 234.
Registration begins at 6:30 pm
Silverlake Wine Tasting
March 27, 2010 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Silverlake Wine, Los Angeles, CA
Please join the Lambda Legal Women's Event Host Committee and the Lesbian and Gay Lawyers Association of Los Angeles for an exclusive experience at Silverlake Wine. Get to know the members and mission of Lambda Legal and LGLA while enjoying high-quality, artisanal wines, cheeses and olives from around the globe. $15 admission at the door. For more information or to RSVP by March 25, please contact Abel Martinez at 213-382-7600, ext. 230.
Lambda Legal in Fort Lauderdale
March 28, 2010 | 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, 900 North Birch Road, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Please join South Florida board members and supporters for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres to celebrate the incredible work of Lambda Legal at the historic Bonnet House Museum and Gardens. For more information, please contact Rick Hill at 786-473-6126.
Iowa Marriage Anniversary Celebration
April 3, 2010 | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Temple for Performing Arts, Des Moines, IA
April 3, 2009 is a date that will live in our hearts as the day the Iowa Supreme Court ruled unanimously in our historic case, Varnum v. Brien, that barring same-sex couples from marriage is unconstitutional. Now, a year later, Iowa is one of six jurisdictions to fully realize the freedom to marry for gay and lesbian couples, and we're throwing a party!
Spring Theatre Event: Promises Promises
April 7, 2010 | 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Etcetera Etcetera/Broadway Theatre, 352 West 44th Street, 1681 Broadway, New York, NY
Join Lambda Legal for our spring theatre event. Begin the evening with a pre-theatre dinner with cocktails catered by Etcetera Etcetera, followed by a showing of Promises, Promises in its first Broadway revival. To purchase tickets, become a sponsor, or for more information, please contact Max Scales at 212-809-8585, ext. 209.
Bon Foster 2010
April 22, 2010 | 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Chicago History Museum, 1601 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL
The Robert Bonvoulior “Bon” Foster Celebration honors the late civil rights activist and attorney who was an outspoken opponent of injustice and challenged others to demand the best for themselves - and never settled for any less from himself. His generosity aided in the creation of Lambda Legal’s Midwest Regional Office and its subsequent civil rights victories. For more information, please contact Jeff Souva at 312-663-4413, ext. 335.
Lambda Legal in Philadelphia
April 22, 2010 | 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
The Comcast Center, One Comcast Center, 1701 JFK Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA
Please join Lambda Legal at the Comcast Center on the evening of April 22, 2010 for a celebration of our accomplishments and discussion of our challenges in Philadelphia and across the nation. We were proud to honor Governor Rendell last year and will be announcing the 2010 honoree(s) in the coming weeks. For more information, please contact John Herget at 212-809-8585, ext. 231.
Lambda Legal's San Francisco Celebration 2010
April 22, 2010 | 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The Four Seasons Hotel, 736 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA
Join us for our annual San Francisco Celebration, enjoying an evening of art, cocktails and conversation at the exquisite Four Seasons Hotel. For more information, please contact Jennifer Bing at 415-821-9693.
Lambda Legal's Spring Women's Brunch 2010
April 24, 2010 | 11:30 am – 4:30 pm
Home of Jo Bess Jackson and Joanne Martin, Dallas, TX
Start your day off right with a balanced assortment of civil rights and social studies. Join the Women of Lambda Legal for a casual brunch and a relaxed Saturday morning in the company of like-minded friends. Leslie Gabel-Brett, Lambda Legal's Director of Education and Public Affairs, will be the featured speaker. For more information, please contact Carla McKinzie at 214-219-8585.
Lambda Legal in the Desert
April 25, 2010 | 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Home of Steve Winters and Don Curtis, Palm Springs, CA
The Lambda Legal in the Desert Host Committee invites you to the beautiful home of Steve Winters and Don Curtis for a sunny brunch, open bar and an update on Lambda Legal's critical work in California and around the country. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Abel Martinez at 213-382-7600, ext. 230.
2010 Liberty Awards National Dinner
May 3, 2010 | 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Pier 60, Chelsea Piers, 23rd Street & The Hudson River, New York, NY
Join us in 2010 for our flagship event: The Liberty Awards National Dinner. Enjoy the company of Lambda Legal staff, Board and NLC members, as well as supporters from around the nation. This year's gala event will honor Katherine Acey, Executive Director of Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice, for her work to further the civil rights of LGBT people and people living with HIV and Microsoft for becoming one of the first Fortune 500 companies to offer domestic partner benefits, add gender identity and sexual orientation to their nondiscrimination policy and continue to serve as a role model for corporate diversity. For more information, please contact Adam Pedersen-Doherty at 212-809-8585, ext. 289.
Lambda Legal in Columbus
May 13, 2010
TBD, Columbus, OH
Join Executive Director Kevin Cathcart and fellow Lambda Legal supporters for cocktails, and hors d'oeuvres and a discussion of Lambda Legal's critical work in Columbus and around the nation. For more information, please contact Jeff Souva at 312-663-4413 ext. 335.
Lambda Legal in the Hamptons
June 5, 2010 | 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Home of Mitch Draizin and Philippe BrugereTrelat, Sag Harbor, NY
Join Executive Director Kevin Cathcart and fellow Lambda Legal supporters for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in the Hamptons at the lovely home of Mitch Draizin and Philippe Brugere-Trelat. For more information, please contact Kylee Sunderlin at 212-809-8585, ext. 216.
Lambda Legal in DC
June 9, 2010 | 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Long View Gallery, 1234 Ninth Street NW, Washington, DC
Please join supporters and Board Members for an evening of cocktails and hors d’oeuvres to celebrate the successful work of Lambda Legal at Long View Gallery. Guest speaker: Executive Director Kevin Cathcart. For more information, contact Rick Hill at 786-473-6126.
Forum Conveniens
June 16, 2010 | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
TBD, Chicago, IL
Lambda Legal presents Forum Conveniens, the fourth annual networking & pro bono opportunities event for summer associates and young professionals. For more information, please contact Jeff Souva at 312-663-4413 ext. 335.
Lambda Legal Pines Brunch
July 10, 2010 | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Home of Dan Cochran & Greg Sutphin, Fire Island Pines, NY
Join us for our 32nd Anniversary Pines Brunch at the lovely home of Lambda Legal board member Dan Cochran and Greg Sutphin. Enjoy an early afternoon party on the island with Executive Director Kevin Cathcart and fellow Lambda Legal supporters. For more information, please contact Rick Hill at 786-473-6126.
Seattle Garden Party 2010
August 5, 2010 | 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Home of Susan & Eric Benson, Seattle, WA
Lambda Legal's annual Seattle event is a casual, fun reception in a private home featuring hors d'oeuvres, refreshments and a brief program about Lambda Legal's work across the nation, specifically in the Northwest. Our prominent guests include law firm partners, lead attorneys, corporate executives and civic and community leaders. For more information, please contact Adam Pedersen-Doherty at 212-809-8585, ext. 289.
Into the Woods 2010
August 14, 2010 | 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
TBA, New Troy, MI
Leave the city behind and go Into the Woods with this signature summer event and fundraiser for Lambda Legal. For more information, contact Jeff Souva at 312-663-4413, ext. 335.
West Coast Liberty Awards
September 16, 2010 | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The Egyptian Theater, 6712 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Join Lambda Legal for our annual West Coast Liberty Awards and enjoy a hosted cocktail reception and buffet with Lambda Legal staff, board members and special guests, including Executive Director Kevin Cathcart. Held at the historic Egyptian Theater in Hollywood, California, this year's gala event will be hosted by Tori Spelling and will honor Kari Lizer, creator and executive producer of The New Adventures of Old Christine, for her work to further the civil rights of LGBT people and people living with HIV. For more information, please contact Max Scales at 212-809-8585, ext. 209.
