Detroit's Hotter Than July
COLOR ME BLACK | HTJ!2007: July 21st - July 29th
 HTJ!2005 REVIEW | HTJ!2006 REVIEW | HTJ!2007 REVIEW Welcome to the twelth annual Detroit's Hotter Than July, the Midwest's oldest black same-gender-loving pride celebration. Our 2007 theme "Color Me Black" celebrates our contributions to black culture in America, while embracing the full truth of our lives as same-gender-loving men, women, youth, families, allies, friends and supportive famiiy. We encourage you to network, socialize, and spread the cheer of pride. Tell a friend "Happy Hotter Than July" when passing by.
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Official Schedule of Events
Saturday, July 21st
"I Don't Walk Well But I Walk"
Join us for our eighth annual pride march, one of the oldest black same-gender-loving pride marches in the country. This year registered floats will have an opportunity to win the 2007 Best Float Award. Small businesses, clubs, agencies, and support groups are invited to participate with banners, J-Set performances, and floats. Please contact: Ruth Ellis Outreach Committee for additional registration information. At the end of the march The Ruth Ellis Center will sponsor the Ruth Elllis Birthday Celebration. Refreshments served. [Review 2007 Pride March]
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Sunday, June 22nd
Karibu House presents ‘Kofi In Koncert’, featuring Board President Dr. Kofi Adoma on violin. A Fundraiser Recital Benefiting Karibu House. For more information call (313) 865-2170 ext 3 Or visit www.karibuhouse.org. [website]
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Tuesday, July 24th
The Revolution has begun! Men of Detroit, a motivational and empowerment group for African-American MSM (Men who have sex with Men) and African-American SGL (Same Gender Loving) Men will officially kick-off at this years Hotter Than July Celebration, the Midwest's oldest Black Gay Pride Celebration. Come and help us celebrate our new beginning at this year's pride! Then join us in our first topic discussion, "`do you really have to love the same gender in order to have sex? Can't you just have to sex without loving the same gender and having an official label attached to yourself?' What is really the difference between MSM and SGL in the African-American community?" This is bound to be a hot topic for discussion for our first Motivational Tuesday. We are the Renaissance for a brighter Detroit in the African-American LBGTQ community!. Email
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Wednesday, July 25th
Join us and many special guest for an evening of art, music, networking and fun. Everyone is welcomed, no dress code required. Music and art provided by Detroit artist. Includes light refreshments, open cash bar with official schedules and pride guides available. Sponsored by Liberal Art Gallery of Detroit. [Review 2007 Art Reception]
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Thursday, July 26th
 INTERFAITH CANDLELIGHT VIGIL
Join us at the Blue Spruce Evergreen Memorial in Palmer Park. This is the place where we annually start our pride greetings with a call to the ancestors. It's an evening filled with special performances. At dusk we hold a special lighting of the candles ceremony in memory of those who have made their transition due to AIDS/HIV and breast cancer. Special services provided by Full Truth Fellowship of Christ Church - Bishop Darlene C.A. Franklin presiding. Special performances by urban folk artist Keontae Peoples and poet-activist, Johnny Jenkins Jr., Resident Host of the EchoVerse Poetry & Slam Series. [Review 2007 Candlelight Vigil]
 HTJ!2007 BLACK PRIDE SOCIETY FILM & SHORT FEST
This year's film festival theme is "Hip Hop Ain't Dead In Da D". The festival features a panel and an artist meet and greet. Evening hosted by Aggracyst of Pick Up the Mic. refreshments served, and sounds provided by Soundcircle Collective's DJ Andre Royster.
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Friday, July 27th
 GENESIS CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS VIII
Learn, share and nourish your community with knowledge from our annual conference focused on improving the quality of life for people of African descent who identify as same-gender-loving, gay, lesbian, bi or transgender. Special workshop presentations by Detroit's own Men Empowered and S.P.I.C.E. community groups.
Nuts and Bolt of Grant Writing sponsored by Arcus Foundation 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. The Arcus Foundation's Director of Grant Making Programs, Cindy Rizzo, will present this grant writing workshop . This free workshop will help those with little or no grant writing experience learn how to create effective funding proposals for foundation and corporate funders. The workshop will cover: Is grantseeking right for your organization?; How to identify prospects; Making contact with funders; Developing a written proposal and required attachments; Building a relationship with funders. Refreshments will be served
All Are Welcome - No RSVP Necessary. Questions - (269) 373-4373 or grants@arcusfoundation.org
Black Pride Society and Men of Detroit presents the HTJ!2007 Writer's Cafe at 7:00 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn's Lower Level.Guest aurthors include Stanley Bennett Clay, Clarence Nero, Torri Dye, Michael Christopher, Roland Smith, Kimberly Purnell and Laurinda Brown. [Review 2007 Conference]
 HTJ!2007 POETRY SLAM & JAM 2.0
Presented by the popular EchoVerse Poetry & Slam Series with Resident Host Johnny "Obadele" Jenkins Jr. Features special guest performances and Detroit's only same-gender-loving "All Kinds Of Poetry" open mic. The evening features a special slam offering a $200.00 cash and HTJ!2007 Grand Slam title. Limited slam slots available, all poets invited to participate. Please contact Slam Master for pre-registration and rules for this year's spoken word competition. Smooth hip-hop, house and soul grooves provided by SoundCircle Dj's Andre Royster & Free Thought.
Location: Java Exchange Cafe, 440 Burroughs St., Techtown Detroit (2 Blks west of Woodward Ave off Cass Ave. near WSU Campus), (313) 822-6456
 WALK LIKE A MAN, THE PLAY
Presented by Positive Scribe Productions, written and produced by Laurinda D. Brown, and directed by Angelica Brooks in association with the Black Pride Society. A two hour theatrical twist of lesbian erotica, presentedd by an all-female cast. Based off the Lambda Literary Award Winning book "Walk Like A Man". Our drams, our stories, our lives. Tickets cost $27.50 Online, $30.00 at the door. [view flyer] [website]
 PINK ICEBREAKER 2007
Produced by Pink Ice Productions, look for tasty surprise guest appearances, and a host of special invited guest. Cash prize for the hottest black and for the sexiest pink attire. Additional information via (248) 352-7740. This is a grown and sexy event.
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Saturday, July 28th
HTJ!2007 PALMER PARK FESTIVAL XII
The pinnacle event of Detroit's 12th annual pride celebration is like a family reunion and you’re invited. Each year the Palmer Park Festival is host to over 10k folk taking a moment to celebrate culture, self-empowerment and identity. The day features music, entertainment, and everyone is encouraged to bring your own picnic basket, maybe even pitch a tent. [Review 2007 Festival & Picnic]
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Sunday, July 29th
 HTJ!2007 JAZZ BRUNCH: THE RED CARPET EDITION
Includes Red Carpet, live musical performances by MonicaBlair and other special guest. Hosted by Madison Leigh - Detroit Radio Personality. Surprise special guest appearances. Further information to come. Brunch served promptly at 12:30 p.m. Showtime starts promptly at 1:30 p.m. $30.00 Advance Tickets. [Review 2007 Jazz Brunch]
 HTJ!2007 CLOSING PARTY @ CLUB PINK
Presented by Lo-Key Productions. Join us for the official closing celebration of this year's pride. Come and party with HTJ!!2007 volunteers, partners and friends as we celebrate another great year of black same-gender-loving pride in Detroit. Sounds by Sheri Okey, 21 and up, tight security, drink specials and food available. Dress to impress in pink and white.
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