Lifelong AIDS Alliance

We went to the recent January 2007 version of Gay Bingo, a major fundraising event for Lifelong Aids Alliance. What a BLAST! Jill G of JB invited us and we brought along a group of friends too. Watching drag queens, The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, and all the crazy bingo players made for a very entertaining Saturday night. Having lost my cousin to AIDS when we were both 25 I am a big supporter of many non-profits working in AIDS related fields. If you've ever considered providing support this is a great way to do it. Not only do you get to hang out with friends, eat some good food (simple fare but good) and have drinks you will be immensely entertained. Oh, and bring earplugs because it is LOUD. Each month brings a new theme so be prepared! January was "superhero" night and there were some fabulous costumes. I can't wait for February... more

The Lifelong AIDS Alliance thrift store is small, but it has a decent selection of hip, used clothes, shoes, books, and furniture. You can feel good about coming here knowing that your purchase is not just clothing you, but helping those living with HIV and AIDS get the support they need. The clothes seemed to be priced between $5 and $15, generally. more