Pre-Gala Reception on Friday, May 16 will be at The Republic | 828 S. Peters Street | 7 pm to 9 pm
There will be complimentary Stoli Vodka Cocktails and Bud Light beer, Free Food compliments of Whole Foods
Live music provided by New Orleans' own 30x90 - an all-female blues band
A Federal Club reception with HRC President Joe Solmonese will occur from 7 to 8 pm at The Republic.

You’re Invited

You’re invited to an evening of drinks, dinner, dancing and fun at the 16th Annual “Free to be…”
Louisiana Human Rights Campaign Gala
Dinner and Silent Auction
Saturday May 17th
at the
Hotel Intercontinental
New Orleans, LA beginning at 7pm

	MC and entertainment provided by the fearless, bold, and hilarious Suzanne Westenhoefer. The first award winning openly gay comedian in New York brings her talents to New Orleans for an evening of unpredictable fun!
	Also entertaining for the evening is New Orleans’ own, Bianca Del Rio, alter ego to Roy Haylock. A multifaceted individual who spans both theater and cabaret/bar scenes as an actor, costume designer and improv comic extraordinaire, that will be sure to keep the audience on their toes.
	Awardees for this year’s dinner are the very deserving GLBT activist, Tim Hornback, and Louisiana State Representative, Karen Carter Peterson. The recipient of this year’s Corporate Equality Award is Cox Communications.
	Special Guest U.S. Senator Mary Landrieu

So join us for an evening that’s sure to delight and know that your participation contributes to increased awareness in our community, a growing & diverse membership & funds to support HRC goals.