Articles tagged with: Imperial Court of Alll Alaska (ICOAA)
Bent News, 6/2/11: a new White House LGBT site as we learn of a new DADT discharge
KTVA talks with ICOAA, Anchorage’s “rural” Pride events, a White House website on LGBT issues, a DADT discharge, antigay pastor Lou Engle visits Wasilla, and more in this edition of Bent News.
This weekend in LGBTQ Alaska (5/27/11): 3 Pride fundraisers & annual Memorial Day picnic
It’s Memorial Day Weekend, which means it’s time for the Imperial Court’s annual Memorial Day picnic! But with Pride Month almost upon us, it’s also a weekend dominated by several fundraisers for Identity and Alaska Pride Fest 2011. Those events and more, plus a preview of what’s coming up next week.
Fairbanks Rainbow Prom: Born This Way
The Imperial Court’s Grand Duke and Duchess of Fairbanks would like to invite you to the 2011 Rainbow Prom show and dance…We Were Born This Way!
Your Duke and Duchess, Lynnette and Kara, did a survey at the very first event. We asked everyone to comment in the theme section and an overwhelming request for a prom was given.
We hope you come out in one of the PRIDE colors, or all of them. Be creative, be fun, be daring like Lady GaGa! If wearing a Tux/Prom dress is not your thing, come dressed head to toe in PRIDE colors and we will give you a $5 discount. (Michael will be at the door and he will be expecting a bright Lady GaGa all-OUT type outfit.)
Our host is Empress Paige Pila Boho Langit!
DJ 50/50 is spinning the tunes.
When: Saturday, May 7, from 8pm to 2am. Doors open at 7pm. Show starts promptly at 8, with dancing afterwards.
Sponsored by: The Imperial Court of All Alaska
Where: The Blue Loon, 2999 Parks Hwy Fairbanks, Alaska
How much: $15 cover; $10 if you come dressed for a prom (or in Pride colors!) 21+ only.
Further info: See the Facebook event page.
Note: This is not a youth prom, it’s a prom-themed drag show and dance for 21+ only. However, the Duke and Duchess are planning an all-ages step down show on July 30. Put it on your calendar.
Keep track of this and other events in LGBTQ Alaska at Bent Alaska’s new & improved events calendar.
ICP Ball 2011: Happily Ever After…A Storybook Masquerade
Hansel and Gretel, The Gingerbread Man, Red Riding Hood, or the Big Bad Wolf? Who was your favorite? Come to the ICOAA Imperial Crown Prince and Princess Ball XIX dressed as your favorite storybook character!… and don’t forget, it’s also a Masque!
Celebrate with Imperial Crown Prince XVIII R.J. and Princess XVIII Ashley, as they take you through a fairy tale night marking the end of their year as ICP, and the beginning of a new year, for three hopeful candidates — Imperial Crown Prince Candidate Steve Smith and Imperial Crown Princess Candidates Alexis Kellie and Colleen Crinklaw. Voting will take place at the Ball!
Date/time: Sunday, May 1, 5:00 to 8:00 PM
Location: Mad Myrna’s, 530 E. 5th Ave, Anchorage
Cost of admission: $15.00. Tickets available at the door, or you can purchase your ticket in advance (check with R.J., Ashley, Empress 38 Paige, or Emperor 38 Cory) All proceeds to benefit the Imperial Court of All Alaska
Further info: See the Facebook event page
April’s Trash Drag Spectacle in the Valley
Aprils Follies, the Mat-Su Valley spring drag extravaganza, is back by popular demand, this time with two shows: 6 and 9 pm on Saturday, April 2.
“A jammed-packed night of singing, dancing, and live entertainment from performers around Alaska and beyond, including mini fashion shows sponsored by Mila’s Gowns and Alterations and The Younique Boutique. The line up for the night is EPIC, with MC’s April Rains, Daphne DoAll LaChores, and Kristara!”
This is a fundraiser for the West Lakes Fire Fighters, and other charities that will be chosen by the audience.
“A MUST SEE VALLEY TRASH ALASKAN EVENT!!”
Aprils Follies: “A Valley Trash Drag Spectacle”
Time: Saturday, April 2 · 6-8pm and 9-11pm (doors open at 5:30pm and 8:30pm)
Location: The Rock Cafe (the old Mile 49 Cafe)
Parks and Pittman, mile 49 at the BJ Center
Meadow Lakes, AK
Tickets: $15 at the door
The first Aprils Follies in the Valley was in 2009. Read April’s adventures On The Way to the Follies.
Valentine’s weekend in Anchorage: Sunday brunch benefits Out North & ICOAA
Out North recently lost a major funding grant, and needs your help to continue fulfilling its mission of Art for Everyone, No Exceptions.
One way to help is by enjoying a splendid Valentine’s weekend afternoon this Sunday at Mad Myrna’s! This event benefits both Out North & the Imperial Court of All Alaska.
Joani LaChoy’ Sweetheart’s Champagne and Cabaret Brunch
Please join Joani LaChoy as she presents her annual Sweetheart’s Champagne and Cabaret Brunch.
- Benefit for Out North Contemporary Art House and The Imperial Court of All Alaska.
- Date/time: Sunday, February 13 at 2 PM.
- Location: Mad Myrna’s, 530 E. 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK (see map)
- Cost of admission: $35.00
- Info: Live and Silent auction, fantastic entertainment, and of course – a gourmet champagne brunch!
- Further information: See Facebook event page.
Please help support Out North – attend shows, buy season tickets, or donate directly.
Keep track of upcoming events with Bent Alaska’s LGBT Events Calendar.
Valentine’s Day weekend in Fairbanks: Two fundraisers featuring KRISTARA
It’s a KRISTARA double-header in Fairbanks this weekend for Valentine’s Day, with both events benefiting Interior Alaska causes: the Interior AIDS Association (Friday’s event) and the Interior Alaska Center for Non-Violent Living (Saturday’s event, sponsored by the Imperial Court of All Alaska).
Where to Find GLBT Alaska – Annual Events, Revised for 2011
The main annual events held by the LGBT organizations and local communities in Alaska are listed here in calendar order, along with city-wide events that we participate in every year.
Fur Rondy Grand Parade (Feb 26) – The Imperial Court creates a float for the Rondy Parade in downtown Anchorage.
Femme Fatale (mid-April) – The Imperial Court’s Juneau show closes the state legislative session and is a benefit for Four A’s.
Day of Silence (April 15) and Pride Prom (April 23 in Anchorage) – Alaska’s students, teachers and Gay/Straight Alliances (GSA’s) join the National Day of Silence, and break their silence celebrating at Pride Prom.
Celebration of Change (April 23) – Radical Arts for Women’s ‘break-up’ performance celebrates women, music and art in Anchorage.
Juneau Pride Chorus spring concert (April 30) – The concert is a spirited evening of women, song and dance at the Juneau Arts & Culture Center, and the chorus performs at various events during the spring and summer.
LGBT Pride Picnic (May 30, Memorial Day) – The Anchorage Picnic and BBQ celebrate unity in the community and the beginning of summer.
Alaska Pride Week and Festival (3rd week in June) – The summer solstice parade and festival celebrates LGBT Pride in downtown Anchorage, following a week of Pride events.
Northern Exposure (during Pride Week this year) – Alaska’s new gay & straight BDSM/Leather conference returns for a second year.
Juneau Pride Picnic and Glacier Hike (summer) – Juneau celebrates Pride with a GLBT community picnic and glacier hike organized by SEAGLA.
Marching in July 4th Parades – LGBT contingents design floats and march in July 4th parades in Anchorage and Homer.
PFLAG in Golden Days Parade (late July) and Tanana Valley State Fair (August) – PFLAG and the Fairbanks LGBTQA community march in the annual Gold Rush parade, host a Pride Picnic after the parade, and create a booth for the Interior state fair.
Coronation (Labor Day Weekend, Sept.) – An extravaganza of performances in Anchorage invests the new Emperor and Empress of the Imperial Court of All Alaska, and announces community awards and scholarships.
Pride Conference (Saturday near October 11) – Identity’s back-to-school youth conference is inspired by National Coming Out Day, celebrated nationally on October 11.
Alaskans Together annual meeting (Sunday after Pride Conference) – The state-wide LGBT advocacy group holds a strategy meeting each year in Anchorage.
Thanksgiving Community Meal (Thanksgiving Day) – Several gay-owned businesses in Anchorage host a Thanksgiving Day meal for the LGBT community.
World AIDS Day (Dec. 1) – Alaska commemorates World AIDS Day with red ribbons and candlelight vigils sponsored by Four A’s and IAA in Anchorage, Fairbanks and Juneau.
Arctic Heat (Jan. 2012) – The Men’s Club chooses the new Bear and Leather titleholders every other year.
Alaska’s LGBT groups hold many other events and performances, as well as weekly and monthly meetings and events, that the community is invited to attend. Visit the links in the side column of the blog for more lists of Where to find LGBT Alaska.
Imperial Court crowns Emperor & Empress, gives awards & scholarships at Coronation
Congratulations to the new Emperor and Empress of the Imperial Court of All Alaska: Cory and Paige!
The top title holders were announced at Coronation, along with the Court’s community awards and student scholarships.
The ICOAA gave out 26 scholarships totaling $25,000, and these awards:
Peter Dispirito Community service Award – Vicki Evans
Wayne Hussey Community Service Award – Gail Palmer
Raymond Jorgenson Organization award – Anchorage Ducal Court (Mikel Wiles and Colleen Crinklaw)
Rochelle DeLite Fairbanks Community Award – PFLAG of Fairbanks
President’s Service to the Board Award – Mary Bess Bohall
The following are new awards decreed by Emperor and Empress Kevin and MeMe:
Lynn “Honey” Howard Court Member of the Year – Dan Thunder aka Bella and Aaron Finch
Michael Meeks Denali Award – Denali Emperor 25 Mikey LaChoy and Denali Emperor 31 Scott Turner
Misty Dawn Aurora Award – Aurora Empress 28 Eve, Aurora Empress 29 Joani LaChoy and Aurora Empress 31 Vicki Evans aka Sister Mary Sunshine
Congratulations to all of the award and scholarship recipients!
The Imperial Court is the oldest and largest not-for-profit GLBTA organization in the state of Alaska. They give scholarships to Alaskan students each year, and raise money for other charitable organizations in the state.
Channel 11 aired a short interview with the previous Emperor & Empress, Kevin & MeMe, at Coronation. (The story incorrectly states that the Emperor & Empress were elected at Coronation, but the voting took place on August 21, and that the Duke & Duchess were also announced at Coronation, but the ducal balls were held earlier in the summer. Still, we appreciate the coverage of our events.)
Watch the story:
Coronation 2010 – Kickin’ it Old School!
Please join The Imperial Court of All Alaska, Emperor 37 Kevin Holtz, and Empress 37 Miss MeMe Jenkins for“Coronation XXXVIII: Kickin’ it OLD SCHOOL: Back to Our Roots – A Trip Down Memory Lane”on September 2-6, 2010 in Anchorage, Alaska.EVENTS:Thursday, September 2 at 5 PM:SUNSHINE OVER SIBERIAAnnual meet-n-greet hosted by Empress 31, Sister Mary SunshineWHERE: Sub Zero Lounge, 6th Avenue & F Street in downtown Anchorage(no cover)Thursday, September 2 when we’re done with Sunshine Over SiberiaTHE ROAST OF THEIR MOSTSAn irreverant look back at Kevin & MeMe’s year, brought to you by Duke & Duchess 9 of Anchorage, Mikel Wiles and Colleen Crinklaw. Please be prepared to skewer Their Most Imperial Majesties one last time!WHERE: Either Sub Zero or Mad Myrna’s – we haven’t decided yet.(no cover)Friday, September 3 at 9 PM; Doors at 8 PMTHE IN-STATE SHOWThe best of the Alaskan Court Members will entertain you for hours! The worst of them will just get you drunk! Hosted by Their Most Imperial Majesties, Kevin & MeMe!WHERE: Mad Myrna’s($10)Saturday, September 4 at NOONTHE BROWN BEAR BUS RUNWhatever you do – don’t wear jeans with holes in them. Jus’ sayin… Meet at The Raven Bar to board the busses no later than 11:30. Don’t be late, or we’ll leave you in the parking lot. Hosted by the Candidates for Emperor and Empress!WHERE: The Raven Bar (didn’t you just read that?)($20)Saturday, September 4 at 9 PM; Doors at 8 PMTHE OUT-OF-STATE SHOWVisiting Monarchs dazzle us with their talents! Hosted by SoFonda Peters and Sister Mary SunshineWHERE: Mad Myrna’s($10)Sunday, September 5 at 6 PM SHARP! Doors at 5 PMCORONATION CEREMONIES XXXVIIIWe highlight the 2010 College of Emperors and Empresses Scholarship Recipients, honor our stepping-down monarchs, and crown the newest leaders of the ICOAA.WHERE: The Sheraton Anchorage Hotel($40)Monday, September 6 at NOONVICTORY BRUNCHEat, cry, eat some more, applaud, drink, and cry! The BEST brunch on the circuit!WHERE: Mad Myrna’s($30)
