HRC Gala Via Pams Houseblend

I would like to thanks Pam for her Coverage of the NC HRC Gala...

I had plans of bring in Raleigh to Photo those who attend this event but things didn't work out.

Pam post can be found here.

I so glad that Pam did highlight a good point about his event.


That the HRC is all about

financial clout

Yes, only those whom could afford to this event, since the Tickets were over $200 dollars and more if you attend the all the events.. Proving the organizers of this event only what those whom they can suck dry, money wise that is. Yes they need to suck up and kiss those fat cats fucking asss to money so they can paid their over paid mouth piece Joe.

Pam made a point to point this out

Did you know that the Carolinas gala is the second-largest fundraiser for HRC nationwide. When I see the room filled with so many people who clearly feel committed to LGBT equality at this gala, it is the kind of support that state and local organizations need to see as well.

So are we Second to New York or California, where most of the players who give to HRC are nothing more then a bunch self hating faggots and Dykes whom are in the fucking closet, for their fucking career, Like Ms Baxter, whom really come out, so late in life.. I wonder if the reason why she come out, was that someone was going to out her ass.

Its gets better Clay went back in the closet for Hollywood.. I sure he found some very interesting things while in CA...

I'm also willing to bet that many of these so-call fats cats don't do a dam thing for the community but writes checks,  while saying they can't do this with me, I'm the life line with out me nothing would get done..

Take this comment from a blender,

Yes, HRC does good work, but until back-stabber Joe is ousted from the leadership, and those galas are priced so more blue collar/service/retail workers can attend them, I'll have nothing to do with HRC.
I'm tired of HRC focusing on professionals and $75+/person tickets. Those of us who work for minimum wage and above who'd to be able to attend these functions too, y'know!
I've rarely if ever seen HRC focus on retail and service industry: hotels, retail chains (and not the giants like KMart and Wal-Mart), but the regionals like Kroger, Meijer, Piggly-Wiggly, etcetera.
I've also rarely seen any serious scholarly journals looking at the discrimination faced by folks like us who're in these fields as opposed to those in the upper middle class and above.

This Blender forgot that the worker don't dine and wine with the bosses.
check this out,, they are don't have many followers on twitter,

Just what makes this event so historic??

HRC Carolinas Thanks again to News14 and all the other local media for their coverage of this historic event: the return to the Triangle of the HRC Gala, the largest HRC dinner outside DC, and the apppearances of Clay Aiken and Meredith Baxter. 

Why, just because we have the most recently out, Lesbian, or because Joe is back in town???
Holy shit check out the silent auction items,

Silent Auction Gallery Items, so the bids start at zero or at the value of the items given...

Hilton Raleigh-Durham Airport
Hotel Certificate and Gift Basket
Certificate of one-night weekend stay with breakfast for two at the Hilton's Mansion on the Hill (Hilton Raleigh-Durham), and a basket with Hilton robe, slippers, LeSource Bath selection, and specialty pecans. $300
Quantity 1

Ed Hardy
Acrylic Painting
12x16 Perspective Abstract Landscape. $250
Quantity 1

Bryce Hammond
Tabletop with Iriquois Painting
12X10 Acrylic, enamel, ink, polyurethane on canvas, 2009. $1,100
Quantity 1

Ginger Brame - The Piece Parade
Glimpse - from my bears&boxes series
8” X 10” x 5” (box) with 4.5” bear. Bear-mohair body, ultrasuede paws, black glass eyes; Box-mixed media. Details: special hand dyed mohair, handmade wings and antenna. $439
Quantity 1

Triangle Travel Service/Cruise Planners/American Express Vacations
Travel Certificate
$100 off any 7 nights or longer cruise, resort package, tour, or customized independent travel. $100
Quantity 4

Advanced Chiropractic
Ionic Cleanse Foot Bath and Nutritional Analysis
Certificate for Ionic Cleanse Foot Bath and Nutritional Consultation at Advanced Chiropractic in Cary, NC. The ionic footbath cleanses and detoxifies the system of toxins and assists in restoring optimal health. The Nutritional Consultation provides health analysis and diet recommendations. $110
Quantity 1

Dana Gayle - The Wood Shed
Assorted Handmade Woodcrafts
Basket with six handcrafted wood items - 1) Brazilian Goncalo Alves Wooden Americana Double Twist Pen with Rhodium Pen Makings & Swiss Carbide Tip; 2) Honduras Mahogany Confetti Oil Lamp; 3) Walnut Deluxe Wine Bottle Stopper; 4) Walnut & Maple Bird House; 5) Spalted Pin Oak Pocket Perfume Atomizer; and 6) Central African Zebrawood Bangle and Silver Earring Set. $300
Quantity 1

The Fearrington House Country Inn
Escape Package
The Fearrington Escape includes 3 nights' accommodations at the Fearrington House Country Inn in Pittsboro, NC, a 3-course dinner for two on 2 evenings at The Fearrington House, afternoon tea, breakfast, a picnic lunch, lunch at The Old Granary, two one-hour massages and a $30 gift card to the Shops at Fearrington. $1,100
Quantity: 1

Courtyard Raleigh Midtown
One-Night Weekend Stay
One weekend night (Thu-Sun) stay at Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Midtown. $119
Quantity 1

The Fairfield Inn by Marriott Raleigh Crabtree Valley
One Weekend Stay Package
Complimentary Two-Night weekend night (Fri/Sat/Sun) stay In a King Roomand at the Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Raleigh Crabtree Valley. $250
Quantity 1

Corbett Monica
Dinner for Four
Dinner for Four at Bella Monica in Raleigh, NC. Includes appetizers, salads, entrees, and desserts. Dinner Monday-Thursday 5pm-10pm, Friday 5-11pm, Saturday 11am-11pm. Lunch Monday-Friday 11-2:30pm. $140
Quantity 1

Advanced Chiropractic
Allergy Screening
Certificate for an Allergy Screening at Advanced Chiropractic in Cary, NC. Allergy screening uses patented technology to screen for any allergies or sensitivities you might have to over 4000 substances. $150
Quantity 1

Advanced Chiropractic
Chiropractic Evaluation
Certificate for Chiropractic Evaluation at Advanced Chiropractic in Cary, NC. The evaluation assesses for problems and pains and determines remedies available. $100
Quantity 1

Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh-Durham Airport
Two-Night Weekend Stay
Two night weekend stay with wine and cheese basket. $250
Quantity 1

Femme Fatale Tattoos
Gift Certificate for Tattoo/Piercing service
Gift certificate for tattoo/piercing service at Femme Fatale Tattoos, a female-owned business in Raleigh NC. $200
Quantity 2

Bogart's American Grill (Rocky Top Hospitality)
Gift Cards
Complimentary cards valid at Michael Dean's, 1705 Prime, Bogart's, Twisted Fork, Hi5, RedRoom, or the Mash House. $25
Quantity: 2

Jay Biles and Phil Wells
Six-Night Mountain House Stay
Six-night stay in 2 story, 5 bed / 3 bath ranch style home nestled in the Pisgah National Forest in Northern Burke County, Jonas Ridge, NC. Incredible views of Grandfather and surrounding mountains from wrap around decks, master bedroom with private balcony, and fantastic rear screen porch. Neighborhood and surrounding areas are full of activities, sites and amenities. Relax with a movie at home (library has over 100 titles), walk to hiking/pool/tennis or take a short drive to many different activities. Rooms - Upstairs living room, kitchen, master bath, guest bath, MBR (king), BR#2 (queen), BR#3 (double). Downstairs: BR#4 (double), BR#5 (two twins), lower den (queen futon), guest bath, laundry. Sleeps 12. Located 2 hours from Charlotte and 4 hours from Raleigh, easy to access from I-40. $1,400
Quantity: 1

Jay Biles and Phil Wells
Three-Night Beach Condo Stay
Three-night stay in contemporary 1 bed / 1 bath condominium suite with kitchenette and large private deck with amazing ocean views. Located in the south end of Wrightsville Beach, NC, directly across from the Oceanic Pier & Restaurant, 15 minutes from historic Wilmington, NC with shopping, restaurants and sightseeing. Sleeping for four, with one queen in the bedroom and a queen sleeper sofa in the living area. Only steps away from the beach, sound, fine dining and fishing. Amenities include wireless internet access, beach chairs, bicycles, laundry facilities, color TV/VCR/DVD, daily laundry service, voicemail and use of fax/printer/copier. 4 hours from Charlotte and 2 hours from Raleigh. $600
Quantity: 1

The Law Offices of Jeffrey G. Marsocci
A Will Package for Two
A will package for two that includes for each person a simple will, a healthcare power of attorney, durable general power of attorney, a living will, and a nomination of conservator form. $700
Quantity 1

Washington Duke Inn and Golf Club
Weekender Package for Two with Terrace Suite Upgrade
Take a full weekend to enjoy the many attractions of the Durham, Raleigh, and Chapel Hill. Arriving on Friday, you'll receive a special welcoming gift, a delicious, full breakfast on Saturday morning, a three-course gourmet dinner in our acclaimed Fairview Dining Room, a one-hour in-room massage per person, topped off with Sunday Brunch. Let us show you what a difference one exceptional weekend can make. $1,392
Quantity 1

Courtyard by Marriott Chapel Hill
One-Night Weekend Stay
Complimentary one night stay at the Courtyard by Marriott Chapel Hill. $150
Quantity 3

Byron Brady
Autographed Basketball
Autographed Basketball from NC State Women's Head Coach Kellie Harper. $100
Quantity: 1

Ambiente International Contemporary Furniture
Chair
Scarlet Microfiber Accent Chair from Ambiente International Contemporary Furtniture. $799
Quantity: 1

Ambiente International Contemporary Furniture
Lamp
Chrome Floor Lamp from Ambiente International Contemporary Furniture. $179
Quantity: 1

Ambiente International Contemporary Furniture
Side Table
Black glass & chrome Side Table (height adjustable) from Ambiente International Contemporary Furniture. $129
Quantity: 1

Lori White
Painting
Framed 17x20 oil painting - wine still life. $475
Quantity 1

Bob's PC 101
PC Consulting
3 hour certificate offering computer/program training or repairs on any of certificate holder's computers. training is available on all technologies (computers, printers, digital cameras DVD-CD burners, etc.) $125
Quantity: 2

Details
Ceramics
Jonathan Adler Ceramic Canisters (Set of 5). $458
Quantity: 1

Carolina Roller Girls
Roller Girls Goods
6 tickets to any 2010 bout, 2 autographed t-shirts, 4 posters, 2 programs, 4 koozies, 7 buttons, and 6 stickers. $250
Quantity 1

Travel Network
Travel Certificate
$200 Travel Certificate. $200
Quantity 2

Marcie Rollins / Glass Artist
Rainbow Lighthouse - glass art
$200
Quantity 1

Allison Baer Art
Two Gift Certificates for Custom Charcoal Portrait
$200
Quantity 2

NC Symphpny
Gift Basket
Fan Pack for NC Symphony Lovers - 2 NC Symphony CD's (American Spectrum featuring Branford Marsalis AND Rachmaninov 4/Medtner 2 featuring Yevgeny Sudbin, paino); Gift certificate for choice of 2 classical or pops concert tickets OR 4 flex tickets for the 2010 Summerfest series; NC Symphony items - leather tote, notepads, magnets and paper plates/napkins. $200
Quantity: 1

Synergy Spa
Pure Bliss Gift Certificate
Our most popular treatments have all been included in this package to make for a true day of pampering and relaxation. Includes a Revita-Glow Facial, 45 minute Aromatherapy Relaxation Massage with additional 15 minutes of Reflexology, Spa Pedicure and a Spa Manicure. 3hr 45min. $275.
Quantity 1

Synergy Spa
Skin Peel Package Certificate
Chemical peels improve and smooth the texture of the facial skin by removing its damaged outer layers. It is helpful for those individuals with facial blemishes, wrinkles and uneven skin pigmentation. Includes six skin peels. $480
Quantity 1

Bradley Hamilton, Visceral Expressionst Painter
On Show 2 Go Oil Painting
Original Oil on Canvas Painting, 30" x 40", framed. $2000
Quantity 1

Cat Banjo
Hand Painted Vase
$26
Quantity: 1

RBC
Signed Eric Staal Photo
Eric Staal (Carolina Hurricanes) autographed, framed picture. $275
Quantity: 1

Tim Simkin
Photographic Print
Digital Composite Giclee 12 x 19.5" print on plexiglass. $400
Quanity: 1

Wine n Things
Gift Basket
Gift Basket with a high-end Cabernet Sauvignon and a Merlot, a two wine glasses, and coasters. $300
Quantity: 1

Peg Holland
Original Jewelry
Large Round Amethyst Bead Necklace with Sterlnig Silver. $100
Quantity: 1

Sasha Bakaric / Sasha Ceramics
Pottery Artwork
Ceramic Vase, cone 6 white stoneware with sgrafitto on terra sigilatta. $100.
Quantity 1

Raleigh Marriott City Center
Weekend Stay for Two
Valid until 2/28/2011. $300
Quantity: 1

Art by Judy Davis
Rizzo, Watercolor
Original 1953 Women's Fashion in watercolor, one in a series of four, framed 13" x 14 1/2". $250
Quantity: 1

CARE Plastic Surgery
Consultation
Cosmetic or Reconstructive Surgery Consultation with Dr. Brian S. Coan. Botox, Juvederm and piercings also offered. $125
Quantity: 2

Duke Athletics
Sports Memorabilia - Football Jersey
Official ACC Duke Football Jersey. $85

JMS Hair Designs - José Schmidt
Personal Care - Haircut
One haircut every six weeks for one year. $375
Qunatity: 1

Museum of Life and Science
Family Pass to NC Museum of Life and Science
One ADMIT ONE FAMILY pass for up to 5 family members to enjoy a full day of discovery and wonder at the Museum of Life and Science. The Museum is home to hundreds of interactive exhibits, including one of the East Coast’s largest butterfly conservatories; a nature park with bears, wolves and lemurs; a giant radio-controlled sailboat pond; and a railroad just to name a few. With 65,000
square feet of indoor space and 13 acres of outside exhibits, you’ll discover something new and exciting with each visit to the Museum of Life and Science. Come discover for yourself why the Museum remains one of the Triangle’s most popular destinations. $50
Quantity: 1

Chrysallis
Personal Care Products
Strivectin Gift Bag - Includes Full Line of Product. $678.00
Quantity 1

AIMM Labs Inc.
Male Personal Care
Gift Basket with all natural nutraceutical Ultimate Performance Male Enhancement Cream. $252.00
Quantity 1

Empire Eats
Restaurant
Downtown Raleigh Dining Experience - $25 Gift Cards for The Duck and Dumpling, The Pit Barbeque, Sitti, Gravy and The Raleigh Times. $252.00
Quantity 1

Mitchell Gold + Bob Willliams (HRC National Corporate Partner)
Furniture
$2,500 Shopping Spree. $2,500.00
Quantity 1

The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa
Resort Spa Getaway
Grove Park Inn Resort Spa Getaway, including 2 nights, 2 breakfasts for two, 1 dinner for two (at Sunset Terrace) and 2 spa treatments (facial or massage.) $1,055.00
Quantity 1

Proximity Hotel
Love Me Tender Package
Love Me Tender Package, including 1 night stay, turn down service, homemade chocolate truffles, sparkling wine and CD. $305.00
Quantity 1

Glen Medders and Paul Coggins
Week long stay in Provincetown, MA
P-Town Getaway - 7 day stay in Provincetown, MA condo with full luxurious amenities, sleeps 6. $3,005.00
Quantity 1

Mitchell Gold + Bob Willliams (HRC National Corporate Partner)
Furniture
The Comfortable Home Package, including chair, ottoman, pillows, blankets and other accessories. $2,506.00
Quantity 1

Craven Allen Gallery
Drawing
Framed pen and ink drawing by Artist Michael Houston. $350.00
Quantity 1

Craven Allen Gallery
Lithograph
Framed antique Lithograph from 1876 elegantly accented with french matting. $250.00
Quantity 1

Lucky 32
Gift Certificate
$100 Gift Certificate to Lucky 32, valid at either Greensboro or Cary locations. $102.00
Quantity 1

The Carolina Panthers
Autographed Football
Authentic NFL pigskin autographed by Carolina Panthers #34 RB DeAngelo Williams. $153.00
Quantity 1

NC Pride
Oil Painting
Tonalist Romantic Landscape Painting, oil on canvas with gold frame, 8x10. $753.00
Quantity 1

Cal Hackeman & Eric Hunsley
Vintage Glass
Vintage Topaz Iridescent Stretch Glass by Fenton Art Glass Company, ca 1925 plus one year membership in the Stretch Glass Society. $53.00
Quantity 1

HRC National
Staycation Package
Staycation Package: 2 HRC Snuggle blankets plus 2 HRC mugs. $88.00
Quantity 1

Lorraine Johnson / Triangle Financial Advisors
Financial Services
Investment Asset Allocation Review. $610.00
Quantity 1

HRC National
Office Package
Office Package - HRC branded wireless mouse, mousepad, stapler and set of 4 coasters. $90.00
Quantity 1

Replacements Ltd.
Goebel Figurine
Side by Side (bronze finish) Figurine from the Friendship Collection by Goebel. $40.00
Quantity 1

Replacements Ltd.
Goebel Figurine
First Kiss (bronze finish) Figurine from the Friendship Collection by Goebel. $40.00
Quantity 1

Replacements Ltd.
Goebel Figurine
Warm Embrace (bronze finish) Figurine from the Friendship Collection by Goebel. $40.00
Quantity 1

Replacements Ltd.
Goebel Figurine
Side by Side (verdigris) Figurine from the Friendship Collection by Goebel. $40.00
Quantity 1

Replacements Ltd.
Goebel Figurine
Sweet Dreams (bronze finish) Figurine from the Friendship Collection by Goebel. $40.00
Quantity 1

Thomas J Ruane
Chalk Pastel and Ink on Paper
The Man in the Green Room Framed original art work, 33 x 47, chalk pastel and ink on paper, 2002. $500.00
Quantity 1

Replacements Ltd.
Westerly Platinum Set
50 Piece Set of Westerly Platinum Dinnerware by Lenox. $2,200.00
Quantity 1

Replacements Ltd.
Collins Stripe Demitasse
Set of 4 Demitasse cup and saucers by Kate Spade. Made by Lenox China. $77.00
Quantity 1

Compass Group
Gift Basket
Gift basket with company-branded and diversity-related items. $132.00
Quantity 1

Hiller Spires
Painting
Why Not? Mixed media painting on board. $403.00
Quantity 1

Patricia W. Lloyd
Wood Bowl
Black and White Wood Bowl, Hollow Vessel #860, Black Walnut, 7 3/4 x 6 1/4. $253.00
Quantity 1

Moon and Lola
Earrings and Necklace
Hilton Earrings and Waldorf Necklace. $103.00
Quantity 1

Patricia W. Lloyd
Wood Bowl
Small Hollow Wood Bowl, Vessel #714, Black Walnut, 5 x 3. $113.00
Quantity 1

Somerhill Gallery
oil painting
Sunset Beyond the Trees Oil on Canvas by Terry Moeller. $2,400.00
Quantity 1

Hank Aaron & the Atlanta Braves
Autographed Book
Autographed Hank Aaron Autobiographical book I Had a Hammer. $203.00
Quantity 1

Nike (HRC National Corporate Sponsor)
Running Package
Nike+ Running Package including iPod Nano, Sensor Kit, Sportband and $100 Gift Card Plus one HRC Aluminum Sports Bottle. $386.00
Quantity 1

Cherie Green
NC Zoological Garden
Day at the Zoo - 4 Tickets to the NC Zoo, plus 2 plastic HRC water bottles. $64.00
Quantity 1

Showtime (HRC National Corporate Sponsor)
TV Series DVD
Californication DVD - 1st Season plus HRC Bag. $48.00
Quantity 1

Showtime (HRC National Corporate Sponsor)
TV Series DVD
The Tudors DVD: The Complete Second Season plus HRC Bag. $49.00
Quantity 1

Showtime (HRC National Corporate Sponsor)
TV Series DVD
United States of Tara DVD - 1st Season in HRC Bag. $51.00
Quantity 1

Showtime (HRC National Corporate Sponsor)
TV Series DVD
Dexter: The Complete First Season , Second Season and Third Season + HRC No Excuses Bag. $131
Quantity 1

Showtime (HRC National Corporate Sponsor)
TV Series DVD
Weeds: The Complete Second Season , Third Season , and Fourth Season + HRC No Excuses Bag. $108
Quantity 1

Rob Williams/ Replacements Ltd.
DVD/CD and Lenox China Ornament
Christmas Package - Make the Yuletide Gay autographed DVD and soundtrack CD; plus Lenox China Larabee Dot Ornaments by Kate Spade. $77.00
Quantity 1

Concierge Travel/Pineapple Point (HRC National Corporate Partner)
Travel
Pineapple Point - 3 Night Stay in 1 Bedroom Villa at Ft. Lauderdales Largest Gay Mens Guesthouse. $1,605.00
Quantity 1

Orbitz (HRC National Corporate Partner)
Travel
2 Delta Trans-Atlantic coach tickets. $2,975.00
Quantity 1

Olivia (HRC National Corporate Partner)
Travel
Club Cancun Resort - 7 day stay in Deluxe Oceanview Room. $4,603.00
Quantity 1

Mary Emory
Silver Gelatin Photograph
Silver Gelatin B/W photography by artist Mary Emory titled Bovine Blues 12" X 18" framed. $125.00
Quantity 1

Clarke and Hunt / CED Colin
Doll
Colin - 19" CED fashion doll makeover with brown saran hair and gold gown. $250.00
Quantity 1

Clarke and Hunt / CED Colin
Doll
Claire - 19" CED fashion doll makeover with red saran hair and orange gown. $250.00
Quantity 1

Clarke and Hunt / CED Colin
Doll
Constance - 19" CED fashion doll makeover with cobalt blue gown. $250.00
Quantity 1

Clarke and Hunt / CED Colin
Doll
Cara - 19" CED fashion doll makeover with blonde saran hair, halter-style silk gown, embroidered black velvet gored skirt re-purposed from Madame Alexander's Cissy "70's Strut" maxi jacket. $250.00
Quantity 1

Cal Hackeman & Eric Hunsley
Art Glass
Vintage Celeste Blue Iridescent Stretch Glass by Fenton Art Glass Company (ca 1925) plus one year membership in the Stretch Glass Society. $78.00
Quantity 1

HRC National
Pet Package
HRC branded retractable dog leash, collapsible dog bowl, dog bag carrier, and dog frisbee. $37.00
Quantity 1