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!
Minneapolis Legal Update
May 15, 2008 | 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Faegre & Benson LLP, 2200 Wells Fargo Center, 90 South 7th Street, Minneapolis, MN
This evening will feature the Lambda Legal Community Leader Award honoree alongside Senior Staff Attorney, Camilla Taylor, who will be presenting a legal briefing, followed by a question and answer session.
Chicago Life Planning Symposium
May 21, 2008 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Taste at the Blackstone Hotel, 636 S. Michigan Avenue, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL
An exclusive panel of professionals will discuss key issues around Philanthropic Strategies to create your legacy, Legal Relationship Issues for Domestic Partners, and Disciplined Investment Strategy in an Undisciplined Market. Though everyone needs to make basic plans for the unexpected, same-sex couples and their families need to be particularly vigilant because the law often discriminates against them. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Willard Dumas at 312-663-4413, ext. 29.
New York Liberty Game Day
May 22, 2008 | 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Madison Square Garden, 4 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York, NY
Join Lambda Legal and the WNBA for "Give us Justice! Give us Liberty," an evening with former New York Liberty Center, Kym Hampton, and President and General Manager of the WNBA's New York Liberty, Carol "The Blaze" Blazejowski. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and wine before the game and stay for the tip-off to support the New York Liberty as they take on the Washington Mystics. For more information, please contact Shay Sellars at 212-809-8585, ext 251.
Chicago Life Planning Symposium
May 22, 2008 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Taste at the Blackstone Hotel, 636 S. Michigan Avenue, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL
An exclusive panel of professionals will discuss key issues around Philanthropic Strategies to create your legacy, Legal Relationship Issues for Domestic Partners, and Disciplined Investment Strategy in an Undisciplined Market. Though everyone needs to make basic plans for the unexpected, same-sex couples and their families need to be particularly vigilant because the law often discriminates against them. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Willard Dumas at 312-663-4413, ext. 29.
Lambda Legal in DC
June 2, 2008 | 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Harman Hall, 610 F Street NW, Washington, DC
Please join Lambda Legal supporters and Board Members for an evening of cocktails and hors d'oeuvres at the new Sidney Harman Hall. Special guest and former plaintiff, Lorenzo Taylor, will be speaking at the event alongside Executive Director, Kevin Cathcart, to celebrate the successes of Lambda Legal. For more information, please contact Rick Hill at 786-473-6126.
Sexuality, Liberty and the Constitution: 5 Years After Lawrence v. Texas
June 5, 2008 | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
National Press Club, 529 14th Street NW, Washington, DC
Join us for a reception followed by a roundtable discussion on "Sexuality, Liberty and the Constitution: 5 Years After Lawrence v. Texas." Moderated by NBC Nightly News Correspondent, Pete Williams, the evening will feature remarks by Lambda Legal Board Member, Paul Smith, who argued the case before the Supreme Court; Kevin Cathcart, Lambda Legal Executive Director; Mandy Carter, founding member of Southerners on New Ground and the National Black Justice Coalition; Deb Price, columnist; and John Brittain, Chief Counsel and Senior Deputy Director for the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights. To RSVP or for more information, please contact Joanne Arellano at 212-809-8585, ext. 206.
Lambda Legal in New Jersey - Surf Party
June 8, 2008 | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Moonstruck, 517 Lake Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Lambda Legal's "Surf" Party will feature an afternoon cocktail reception at the lakefront landmark restaurant, Moonstruck. Please join us for a beautiful afternoon of sun and fun. For more information, please contact Kylee Sunderlin at 212-809-8585, ext. 216.
Lambda Legal in Long Beach
June 14, 2008 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Home of Elena & Sydney Baca
Join Lambda Legal supporters alongside guest speaker and Senior Staff Attorney, Jenny Pizer, for an evening of cocktails and hors d'eouvres at the lovely home of Elena and Sydney Baca in Long Beach to celebrate Lambda Legal's most recent successes. To RSVP or for more information, please contact Elissa Barratt at 213-382-7600.
Dallas Lawrence Celebration
June 21, 2008 | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Eddie Deen's Ranch, 944 South Lamar Street, Dallas, TX
Join Lambda Legal for the 5th Anniversary of Lawrence v Texas at Eddie Deen's Ranch. Enjoy a BBQ buffet, line dancing, and celebratory remarks on this landmark victory in the fight for civil rights from guest speaker and Co-Counsel, Paul M. Smith. To RSVP or for more information, please contact Carla McKinzie at 214-219-8585.
Lambda Legal Pines 30th Anniversary Brunch
August 2, 2008 | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Home of Dan Cochran & Greg Sutphin, Fire Island Pines, NY
Join us for our 30th 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 Adam Pedersen-Doherty at 212-809-8585, ext. 289.
Seattle Garden Party
August 7, 2008 | 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Home of Susan & Eric Benson, Seattle, WA
Held at the lovely home of Susan and Eric Benson in the Montlake neighborhood, and with food and refreshments donated by Flying Fish and Absolut, Lambda Legal supporters will not want to miss our annual Seattle Garden Party. Additionally, a brief program will feature remarks by Executive Director, Kevin Cathcart, on Lambda Legal's work in Washington State and around the country. For more information, please contact Adam Pedersen-Doherty at 212-809-8585, ext. 289.
Lambda Legal in the Hamptons
August 9, 2008 | 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Home of Mitch Draizin & Philippe Brugere-Trelat, Sag Harbor, NY
Join Lambda Legal 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.
Indiana Benefit Dinner
September 12, 2008 | 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Indianapolis Marriott Downtown, 350 West Maryland Street, Indianapolis, IN
Join us in celebrating Lambda Legal's 9th annual Indiana Benefit Dinner. The evening will feature Executive Director, Kevin Cathcart, as well as an awards program honoring citizens and organizations furthering the recognition of civil rights for the LGBT community both locally and statewide. For more information, please contact Adam Pedersen-Doherty at 312-663-4413.
Fall Theatre Event - Billy Elliot
October 1, 2008 | 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
The Imperial Theatre, 249 West 45th Street, New York, NY
Join Lambda Legal for our fall theatre event. Begin the evening with a pre-theatre dinner with cocktails catered by Etcetera Etcetera, followed by a showing of Billy Elliot in its Broadway debut. For more information, please contact Kylee Sunderlin at 212-809-8585, ext. 216.
