Check out the “JULIE GOLDMAN BIRTHDAY COMEDY SPECTACULAR” at Lipstick24, Saturday June 11^th at 8:30pm.

Austin’s favorite funny lesbian Holly Lorka will also be performing her famous pee-your-pants-and-spit-your-beer-out schtick. And special guests Brandy Howard (InYourBoxOffice.com) and Chris Garza will be there, along with super funny host Julie Gillis of “Ladies are Funny Fest (LAFF).”

Spread the word on Facebook and RSVP to let your friends know you’ll be going to Julie’s Birthday!!!

Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Tickets $7
Advance tickets: booking@lipstick24austin.com

And don’t miss the free after party—dance your booty off from 10pm – 2am!

And this Tuesday, January 18^th, is a super-special one. Come out and meet the ladies of the TXRD Lonestar Rollergirls from 7pm – midnight. Help celebrate the kick-off of their 10th anniversary season. Meet and mingle with the likes of skaters from the Holy Rollers, the Hellcats, the Putas Del Fuego and more!

Drink specials shall abound to keep you ladies happy, but that money will won’t go to waste. This TXRD ladies’ night is actually a fundraiser for the infamous Austin Angel’s women’s softball team. You know ‘em, you love ‘em… now come support ‘em!

Two raffles will be held for pairs of tickets to the TXRD Lonestar Rollergirls’ first bout on January 30^th at the Palmer Events Center – All Scar Army vs. United Skates Navy (oh how clever!). Both teams are made up of all star players from the league, so it’s gonna be a bloody awesome bout—guaranteed. Raffle tickets are $2 for one or $5 for three (you DO NOT have to be present to win. A pair of tickets is a $30 value).

Want the scoop on Austin banked track roller derby? Go to www.TXRD.com.

And be sure to check out OCH’s ladies nights EVERY Tuesday night.

Cap City Comedy Club
Monday 10/25 @ 8pm
Tickets $12 at Cap City Comedy Club

If you haven’t heard about this must-see documentary by Austin’s own Nevie Owens, here’s the scoop:

“Everyone is affected by cancer. It does not discriminate against age, race, social class, income, education, gender, or sexual orientation. Cancerpants - a story told through the eyes of Rochelle “Ro” Poulson is about life, love and a young woman’s journey with breast cancer. Ro faces each day as it comes, and is grateful for the lessons she learns along the way.”

Watch the trailer at www.cancerpants.com– and come support the film!

This is an ALL WOMEN’S flag football league, so no having to worry about those ball hoggin’ boys and silly co-ed rules – it’s just all girls, all fun, all the time!

Here’s the scoop:  Games are every Monday night, anywhere from 6:30 pm to 9 pm, at the fields on Robert E. Lee off Barton Springs Rd. (right across the street from Zilker Park).  There are usually 4 – 5 teams in the league and the season lasts for 10 weeks (or 8 games)!

The games are fun and light-hearted, but there is definitely still some great competition out there!  So, ladies gather your friends – more importantly, step up and be a CAPTAIN and get a team together.  It’s easy, just find 8 people or more, get them to hand over about $40 a piece and register online right here: http://www.capitalcityflagfootball.com/

No practicing necessary, just show up on Monday nights with your coolers and folding chairs and get ready for a great time.  If you don’t necessarily have a group of friends in mind to play with, just use LezGoAustin’s Facebook page to put yourself out there as a free agent and have some team pick you up!  There should be plenty of room for everyone to play!

Again, registration starts today, August 2nd and goes ONLY until August 6th – so you have to HURRY!  Go to http://www.capitalcityflagfootball.com/ print fill out the registration form and get your team IN!

Yes the reference to Lady Gaga couldn’t be more perfect, since this party is truly going to be different. Girl-on-girl… boy-on-boy… girl-on-boy… all are welcome. It’s not a lesbian takeover, per se, but an infusion. No one’s checked at the door. It’s a whole new vibe.

Get a view of the city at LANAI on 5^th Congress while you shake it for the crowd. It’s a pretty cool venue if you haven’t been before. Live DJs will be spinning it for you—Luis Ramirez, Filthy Rich and Silver will be in rotation.

And of course, the always magnetic bartender Jessica Wimpy will be hooking us up at DISCOSTICK with $3 wells and frozen drinks (ooh la la!) and $2.50 beers. The ladies love their Wimpy, yes they do!

And if you miss it this Sunday, I’ve got news for ya—it’s happening EVERY SUNDAY! Goldstar Promotions is giving us something to look forward to every week from 9pm – 2am. And there’s no cover, either!

Looks to me like this rooftop scene is the new “edge.”      See you Sunday!

That’s right – Donna Jam is back again!  If you’ve already got plans for the weekend…no worries!  Donna Jam is on a Thursday night this time around, and it will be a great fluffer into what’s sure to be a crazy, Rainbow- flagged-filled weekend in the ATX.

Come on down to Jovita’s, our friendly little Mexican food restaurant down on South First street at on June 3rd at 6 pm and grab a table…Donna Jam is presenting all a whole new line-up from the last showcase!

Opening up will be Boys On the Inside, fronted by Ryan Kelsey who brings some soulful lyrics to the stage.  Some would say her style is very Melissa Etheridge-esk.  Robin Smith who has already proven very popular among the lesbian community graces the stage next, and the night ends with a band new to the Austin lesbian scene – The Blue Hit with lead vocals by Grace Rowland.

To get pre-sale tickets for only $5, email info@justbmused.com, otherwise just show up and pay $8 at the door!

Here are the details one more time:
WHEN – Thursday, June 3rd – Doors open at 6pm
WHERE – Jovita’s Restaurant on South First

We’ll be there with our Pacifico’s in hand – hope to see you ladies at the show!

This is a weekly blog listing fun and interesting things to do during the week in Austin.  Please, as always, feel free to comment and leave your ideas and suggestions! ***Denotes places that usually draw a lesbian crowd!

MONDAY, May 17th:

Trivia:
***Trivia at Shangri-la – Austin Gay and Lesbian Couples Meetup***
WHEN – 7pm
WHERE – Shangri-la

TUESDAY, May 18th:

Networking:
***Austin Gay Professionals Happy Hour***
WHEN – 5:45 pm
WHERE – Sago Modern Mexican

Socializing:
***Newbie Tuesday’s Dykes n Doggies***
This Foodies event welcomes the ladies and their pooches to mix and mingle – meet other dog lovers like yourself!
WHEN – 6pm
WHERE –  House Wine

Comedy:
***Sour Grapes Comedy Show featuring Holly Lorka***
WHEN – 8pm
WHERE – Cap City

Movies:
Girlie Night – Pretty Woman
WHEN – 7pm
WHERE – Alamo Drafthouse Ritz

Music:
*** Gay Karaoke***
WHEN – 9pm
WHERE –  ‘Bout Time, 9601 North I-35

Sports & Rec:
***Capital City Front Runners’ Run***
Run, jog, walk, or skip!  This Tuesday the crew will be having a 2010 goals meeting before the run.  Dinner and networking always follows after…this time it’s at the Screaming Goat (7 pm)!
WHEN – 6 pm
WHERE – Underneath Mopac bridge on Lady Bird Lake Trail, by the water coolers

WEDNESDAY, May 19th:

Music:
***Grrlz will be Boiz***
WHEN – 8pm
WHERE – Lucky Lounge

***The Spazmatics***
The Ultimate New Wave 80′s show!
WHEN – 9:30 pm
WHERE – Cedar Street Courtyard

Books:
***Reading and signing of Amie Klempnauer Miller: She Looks Just Like You***
Part love story, part comedy, part quest, Miller’s candid and often humorous memoir is a much-needed cultural roadmap to what it means to become a parent, even when the usual categories do not fit.
WHEN – 7pm
WHERE – BookWoman

Socializing:
***Hang Out Coffee Time***
Hang Out is one of the University of Texas’ LBGT social groups.  They meet to have coffee and hang out every Wednesday night at 10 pm onward.
WHEN – 10 pm
WHERE –  Cafe Medici on Guadalupe

Sports & Rec:
***Austin LGBT Basketball Pick Up****
Been itching to get back on the court and shoot some hoops – come for some good, friendly, and free competition!
WHEN – 6:45 – 9 pm
WHERE – Oswaldo A. B. Cantu Pan American Recreation Center, 2100 East 3rd Street

***Austin Valkyries Recruiting & Training***
This all-women’s rugby team is invites new ladies with an interest to come to practice every Monday and Wednesday. Contact recruiting@austinvalkyries.com for details.
WHEN – 7 pm
WHERE – Burnet Middle School in North Austin

THURSDAY, May 20th:

Networking:
***Austin Gay Professionals Happy Hour***
WHEN: 6 pm
WHERE: Malaga Tapas & Bar on 2nd street

Music:
***L.A.X. CD Release Party***
Super fun, local Austin band! $8 at the door
WHEN – 9pm
WHERE – The Parish

No Shame – The Soft Rock Sing-Along
WHEN – 10:00 pm
WHERE – Alamo Drafthouse Ritz

Sports & Rec:
***Capital City Front Runners’ Run***
Every Tues/Thurs at 6 pm – Jog the Lady Bird Lake trail with the CCFR crew!  Dinner and networking always follows after…this time it’s Galaxy Cafe on West Lynn (7 pm)!
WHEN – 6 pm
WHERE – Underneath Mopac bridge on Lady Bird Lake Trail, by the water coolers.

FRIDAY, May 21st:

Nightlife:
***Kings N Things 8th Birthday Bash***
$8 at the door
WHEN – 9 pm
WHERE – Elysium

Movies:
Master Pancake – Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves
WHEN – 7 pm & 10 pm
WHERE – Alamo Drafthouse Ritz

SATURDAY, May 22nd:

Homo Revolution:
***Harvey Milk Day – March and Rally at the State Capital***
March from City Hall to the Capital! To honor the legacy of struggle of Harvey Milk, the Equality Across America network has called for actions across the country on May 22, Harvey Milk Day. In that spirit, the Saturday of the Texas Conference will culminate with a march and rally in downtown Austin.
WHEN: 6:30 pm
WHERE: City  Hall and The Capital

Socializing:
***Our Body – The Universe Within Exhibit – Lesbian Coffee House Meetup***
WHEN – 10:00 am
WHERE – www.meetup.com/austinlesbiancoffeehouse

Sports & Rec:
***Austin Outlaws Women’s Football vs. New Orleans Blaze***
WHEN – 7pm
WHERE – Westlake High School Football Stadium

***Capital City Front Runner’s Run***
WHEN – 10 am
WHERE –  Underneath Mopac bridge on Lady Bird Lake Trail, by the water coolers.

Movies:
Master Pancake – Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves
WHEN – 7pm & 10pm
WHERE – Alamo Drafthouse Ritz

SUNDAY, May 23rd:

Fundraising:
***Charity Bikini Car Wash***
This here spectacular car wash is benefiting Team for Kids – a program designed by adult runners who raise money for running programs for children in underprivileged areas of the United States – A New York Marathon sponsor. Also benefiting The Austin Pride Foundation – raising the bar for celebrating diversity in our community. All proceeds will be divided equally between both charities. Your donation will also get you a proper white trash meal. It is BYOB though
WHEN – 11 am – 3 pm
WHERE – 2003 Glen Allen

Socializing:
***Foodies’ 2nd Annual BACKYARD EXTRAVAGANZA!***
Play tennis or volleyball.  Bring snacks and drinks to share with fellow lezzies.  Don’t forget to bring your own coolers with ice.
WHEN – 1 pm – 5 pm
WHERE –  Amy & Deb’s: 11506 Boulder Lane

***May’s Not Yo’ Momma’s Book Club Meetup***
The Lesbian Book Club will be meeting up to discuss Bow Grip by Ivan Coyote.
WHEN – 11 am
WHERE – Russel’s Bakery and Coffee Bar

Spirituality:
***Metropolitan Community Church***
A Christian church proudly serving the LGBT community in Austin for over 30 years. Take part in any of the 3 services on Sunday. www.mccaustin.com
WHEN: 9am; 11am; or 2pm
WHERE: MCC Austin at Freedom Oaks, 8601 South 1st St.

Here’s a run down on a few of the great dog parks around Austin. If you’re new to town, you’ll be amazed at how many dog-friendly parks you can start exploring. And if you and Fido have been here awhile, you probably have a favorite, no doubt!

Also, mark your calendars for this Sunday to join the Austin Lesbian Coffee House Meetup to stretch your legs on a hike at Turkey Creek for dogs (and the women who love them). So far at least 22 women are planning to the Emma Long Park area for this fun excursion– so you and Fido shouldn’t miss it! Click here for details.

Auditorium Shores – 920 W. Riverside Dr 78704
This is the most popular of the dog parks, this big park along the shores of Town Lake downtown offer big fields for running and lots of water for doggy paddling. For the uber-social dog, this is the place to play. If you’re into jogging with your dog, it’s also a great place to start your run.

Emma Long Metropolitan Park - 1600 City Park Rd
If you and your pooch like hiking, Emma Long (otherwise known as Turkey Creek) is perfect for both of you. Enjoy a 3.5 mile trail through the lush Hill Country woods, with a few streams along the way to cool your pups off.

Bull Creek – 6701 Lakewood Dr 78731
A great park off the 360 Capital of Texas Hwy, it’s great for picnics while your pups run and play. There’s a creek that runs through the middle of the park, so if there’s no drought, it’s the ideal wet place for your four-legged friend to play!

Red Bud Isle - 3401 Red Bud Trail 78746
This has to be one of my favorites. Is your dog a swimmer? If so, this perfect little doggy island is surrounded by water, serving as a natural fence-free barrier for those dogs that like to explore in the woods then go for a swim to cool off. One of the best Austin has to offer!

Zilker Park - 2100 Barton Springs Rd 78746
This is one of those parks where your pup could run it’s little legs off for what seems to be miles! This huge expansive park doesn’t have much for trees, but the soccer fields are zoned for leash-free fun so there’s plenty of open area for frisbee tossing and fun.

Walnut Creek – 12138 N. Lamar 78753
A great park for both of you to get exercise, this park has lots of winding trails that cross the water in several places, and you’ll see lots of joggers and mountain bikers enjoying the area, too.

Georgetown Bark Park - 151 Holly Street
Live up north? This shady park is entirely fenced in and perfect for chilling. Plenty of water stations, benches, and even has a separate small dog section!

So what to do after you hit up the park? Grab at bite to eat at any of these dog-friendly local restaurants. Don’t you just love Austin? Woof!

This is a weekly blog listing fun and interesting things to do during the week in Austin.  Please, as always, feel free to comment and leave your ideas and suggestions! ***Denotes places that usually draw a lesbian crowd!

MONDAY, April 5th:

Nightlife:
***Wolfevideo.com FINAL FOUR PARTY***
Check out all the details here - http://www.lezgoaustin.com/2010/04/05/wolfevideo-com-final-four-party/
WHEN – 7 pm
WHERE – The Industry Bar (San Antonio)

Trivia:
Fado’s Trivia Night
WHEN – 7:30 pm
WHERE – Fado’s Irish Pub on 4th Street

TUESDAY, April 6th:

Nightlife:
***First Tuesday – Ladies’ (Lesbian) Night at Red Fez and RAIN***
Come watch Ginger A. Thompson kick off the night with some tunes at Red Fez then head over to RAIN for the after party!!
WHEN – 8:35 pm
WHERE -  Red Fez and RAIN

*** Gay Karaoke***
WHEN – 9pm
WHERE –  ‘Bout Time, 9601 North I-35

Trivia:
***Austin Lesbian Couples Trivia Night ***
Join this LGBT meetup team for some trivial fun!
WHEN – 7:15
WHERE -  Joe’s Bar & Grill, 506 West Ave

Sports & Rec:
***UT Softball vs. Texas Tech – Left field Lesbians!***
Join the ladies on the outside of the left field fence to drink some beer, bbq, and cheer on the horns!
WHEN – 6:30 pm
WHERE – Longhorn’s McComb’s Field

***Capital City Front Runners’ Run***
Run, jog, walk, or skip!  This Tuesday the crew will be having a 2010 goals meeting before the run.  Dinner and networking always follows after…this time it’s at Wahoo’s Tacos (7 pm)!
WHEN – 6 pm
WHERE – Underneath Mopac bridge on Lady Bird Lake Trail, by the water coolers

WEDNESDAY, April 7th:

Music:
The Spazmatics
The Ultimate New Wave 80′s show!
WHEN – 9:30 pm
WHERE – Cedar Street Courtyard

Socializing:
***Hang Out Coffee Time***
Hang Out is one of the University of Texas’ LBGT social groups.  They meet to have coffee and hang out every Wednesday night at 10 pm onward.
WHEN – 10 pm
WHERE –  Cafe Medici on Guadalupe

Sports & Rec:
***Austin Valkyries Recruiting & Training***
This all-women’s rugby team is invites new ladies with an interest to come to practice every Monday and Wednesday. Contact recruiting@austinvalkyries.com for details.
WHEN – 7 pm
WHERE – Burnet Middle School in North Austin

THURSDAY, April 8th:

Movies:
The Wedding Singer Quote-Along
WHEN – 7:40 pm
WHERE – Alamo Drafthouse Ritz

The Ladies of the 80′s Sing-Along
WHEN – 10:30 pm
WHERE – Alamo Drafthouse Ritz

Sports & Rec:
***Capital City Front Runners’ Run***
Every Tues/Thurs. at 6 pm – Jog the Lady Bird Lake trail with the CCFR crew!  Dinner and networking always follows after…this time it’s Whole Foods (7 pm)!
WHEN – 6 pm
WHERE – Underneath Mopac bridge on Lady Bird Lake Trail, by the water coolers.

FRIDAY, April 9th:

Nightlife:
***Learning Secrets Presents: Gay Ghey Gaiye***
Friday’s focus at Red Fez is on the gay community. Ramesh (lead singer of Voxtrot) and Sam&tha Garrett are DJing. They are both gay, so, you know, they want all the gays to come and just share in some dirty disco dancing for a night. Music will range from house to gay disco to kitschy new wave and post punk, basically anything you can dance to, but no hip hop. NO COVER!
WHEN – 10 pm – 2 am
WHERE –  Red Fez

***Guerrilla Queer Bar***
Wear Yellow!!
WHEN – 6 pm – 9 pm
WHERE – TBA

Socializing:
***Lipstick Lesbians***
Hang out and meet some fems!  Girls of all types and styles are welcome!
WHEN – 8:30 pm
WHERE – Spiderhouse Coffee

***Capital City Front Runner’s Happy Hour – Trail Foundation Information Session***
Rusty Spurs is catering the session with a cash bar for beer, wine, and soft drinks, as well as some yummy cheese and fresh fruit.
RSVP here: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?v=wall&id=593825447#!/event.php?eid=106833606003512
WHEN – 6 pm
WHERE – Austin City Hall

SATURDAY, April 10th:

Sports & Rec:
***UT Softball vs. Missouri – Left Field Lesbians***
WHEN – 1 pm
WHERE – Longhorn’s McComb’s Field

***Putas Del Fuego vs. Cherry Bombs – Texas Roller Derby!***
WHEN – 6 pm
WHERE – Palmer Events Center

***Austin Outlaws Women’s Football SEASON OPENER – 10th Anniversary Season!***
Come out to help kick-off the Outlaws 10th season.  Girls in pads and tight pants knocking each other over and scoring! Sounds like a good time!
WHEN – 12 pm
WHERE –  Westlake HS Chaparral Stadium

***GALA – Golf Among Ladies Association***
GALA is a lesbian only golf league, which plays monthly at the public courses. While you do not have to be a good player, you do have to have played so that you know course etiquette and how to get around 18 holes. The format is a four person best ball scramble which allows women of all abilities to participate. There are prizes for closest to the pin, longest drive and the team with the least amount of putts.
If you would like to play, contact Leslie at galagolf@hotmail.com
WHEN – tbd
WHERE – tbd

Volunteering:
***Clean Sweep Trail Clean Up – CCFR***
Join the Capital City Front Runners in helping clean up the Lady Bird Lake Trail!  If you would like to volunteer, please send a quick email with your t-shirt size to daleherron@mac.com.
WHEN – 9 am – 11 am
WHERE – Meet at the Zach Scott Theater

Socializing:
***Central Market Coffee Clatch with Special Invite to Moms and their Kids***
WHEN – 10 am
WHERE – Join the group to find out where and how to meet up! http://www.meetup.com/AustinLesbianCoffeeHouse

Fundraising Fun:
***White Trash Snipe Hunt for MS***
It’s like a big savager hunt for crazy adults.
Its a mixed crowd and anyone is welcome. We are raising money for the National MS Society. We are asking for a $ 5.00 donation.
We will have prizes for the best dress white trash folks.
It’s a extra chance to dress up and act crazy during the year. Or just come hang out and meet some new people.
Drinking for a good cause!
WHEN – 8 pm
WHERE – Shangri La, E. 6th Street

SUNDAY, April 11th:

Socializing:
***Austin Gay Professionals Kite Flying!***
WHEN – 1 pm
WHERE – http://www.meetup.com/austingayprofessionals/
We can meet up for coffee right before the kite flying – will confirm location to those who RSVP.

Music:
***Sounds of Pride – presented by the Pride Foundation***
This is a unique opportunity to experience an evening of music and memories featuring a unique orchestra consisting entirely of local gay and lesbian musicians, and their friendly allies. Guest soloist for this event is UT professor and violin virtuoso Brian Lewis. A cocktail reception of hors d, oeuvres and dessert will follow, as well as a chance to bid on valuable products and services from local businesses at a silent auction. All proceeds will benefit the Austin Pride Festival, which will be held June 3-6 at the Long Center. Everyone is encouraged to purchase tickets online at austinpride.org, or at the door. Prices are $25 and include both the concert, as well as the reception afterwards.
WHEN – 6 pm
WHERE – Hyatt Regency on Lady Bird Lake

Sports & Rec:
***UT Softball vs. Missouri – Left Field Lesbians***
WHEN: 12 pm
WHERE: Longhorn’s McComb’s Field

***Gay Social Network of Austin – Capital 10k fun run/walk UNTIMED***
$30/person
WHEN – 8 am
WHERE – Auditorium Shores

Movies:
* **aGLIFF presents Brunch Time Boo-ya with Rebecca Havemeyer***
BRUNCH TIME BOOYA is so very thrilled and warmed to the heart to present BEAUTIFUL THING.  It’s a movie that chills ya’ to the core with heartfelt purity and honest to goodness hope that ignorance in this world will not and shall not prevail. Two boys, a kooky fag hag, a small London suburb, and a bubble of adults who don’t know how in the blazes to handle true love.
WHEN: 1:30 pm
WHERE: Alamo Drafthouse Ritz downtown

Spirituality:
***Metropolitan Community Church***
A Christian church proudly serving the LGBT community in Austin for over 30 years. Take part in any of the 3 services on Sunday. www.mccaustin.com
WHEN: 9am; 11am; or 2pm
WHERE: MCC Austin at Freedom Oaks, 8601 South 1st St.

So where should you start? First things first, you have to find a shepherd, a counselor, a voice of reason, a source of inspiration, a tour guide and an expert this sort of thing– the right real estate agent for you. And Debbie Barrera just might be that person.

Do you know Debbie? If you’re looking to buy or sell– or even lease a rental– she’s the one. She’s lived in Austin for over 10 years, so she knows the ins and outs of all the ‘hoods, and can even tell you where the best food, drink and music is nearby any house you’re interested in….which is very important. Trust me.

She’s all about first time home buyers to help you find the right place to call home. What’s even cooler is that she’s into all the social media outlets as part of the home buying/selling process– fun stuff like Virtual Tours, You Tube Videos, Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, blogging and vlogging, which not everyone’s doing yet, if you can believe it!

So call Debbie Barrera. Get her to do the hard work for you– trust me, she lives for it! As the ringleader of the Mullets softball team, she’s used to taking action, motivating people, making things happen. And as a REALTOR with the Presidio Group, she does exactly the same.

Check her out at DebbieKnowsAustin.com. You can even meet her in person at bMUSED Music Fest at Sister’s Edge this Saturday and pick up a koozie (you can never have too many, really).