River City Gems Upcoming Events

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Sep
11

Gems September Social
Sacramento
6:30pm-11:30pm

It's time once again to make your plans for an evening of fun, food, and friendship at the River City Gems Monthly Social. Gather with the most welcoming group around in the relaxing atmosphere of our own private hotel banquet room. You can count on a great meal and lots of friendly conversation, plus prize drawings, music, dancing, and more!

Doors open at 6:30pm, dinner served at 7:30pm.
Choose from one of three delicious dinner entrees:

1) Margarita Grilled Chicken

2) Chile Pork

3) Vegetarian: Chef's Choice

Meals come with salad, bread, iced tea, dessert, and coffee. Tax and gratuity are included for a total price of $25 per person, payable in cash at the door. There will also be a full no-host bar in the room, with our own bartender.

Please RSVP by noon on Wednesday, September 8. We are required to give our meal count to the hotel 72 hours in advance, and we can only accommodate a limited number of late RSVPs. If you cancel after the deadline, we still have to pay for the meals we have guaranteed, so you will be asked to cover the cost of your meal even if you do not attend. Cancellations prior to the deadline are not charged.

Special note: We will have a designated changing room at the hotel so that attendees can change on-site before and after the social. It will be available from 5:00pm. Just stop by the banquet room to pick up a key. A hotel map will be provided when you RSVP.

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Sep
18

New Girls' Night Out - Shopping Experience
Sacramento Area
2:00pm-8:00pm

If you have been wanting to go out shopping for a new dress, shoes or makeup, but are not confident enough to do it on your own or want some fashion advice, September's New Girls' Night Out event is just for you. Gems member Melissa will be taking a small group out for an afternoon of shopping followed by an optional dinner. A shopping trip to Arden Fair Mall or Roseville Galleria and nearby stores such as Nordstrom Rack is planned. The exact locations will be based on the desires of the group. The start and end times are flexible, but be prepared to shop until you are ready to drop. Definitely wear a pair of very comfortable walking shoes!

The shopping group will be limited to two in addition to Melissa. Spaces will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis so it is important to RSVP early and no later than September 14. More details will be provided after you RSVP. If the demand is great enough, an additional shopping outing during the day on Friday, September 17 may be added. Please don't assume this will happen so don't wait until the last minute to RSVP.

There is no cost for the outing; however, you will be responsible for your purchases, meals, drinks, transportation, foot massages and any other personal costs incurred during the day.
 
If this date does not work for you and you would like to participate in a future outing or have an idea for one, please let us know. We will try to plan an outing that fits your schedule and desires.

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Sep
24

Gems Drab Gab Lunch
Sacramento
11:45pm-1:30pm

The Drab Gab is a group that meets for support, friendship, and discussion. Attendees are asked to come in "drab" only (male attire). This group is open to anyone who is interested, and is especially intended for those who may not feel ready or able to attend events en femme due to personal circumstances.

The Drab Gab will be held at a casual, affordable Sacramento restaurant.

When you RSVP, your email will be forwarded to the Drab Gab organizers, Sharon and Calie, who will send you the location.

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Sep
25

Private Fall Shopping Event at Dress Barn
Sacramento Area
7:00pm-10:00pm

Our favorite Sacramento area Dress Barn store will be closing its doors to the public at 7pm, and welcoming the Gems and friends for a Private Fall Shopping Event! Our annual spring shopping events have been so popular that members have been asking us to do it twice a year. The fall collection is in the store now, along with lots of great clearance items, so don't miss out!

This is your chance to try on Dress Barn's entire selection of stylish clothing in Misses' and Women's sizes 4-24. With skirts, pants, blouses, sweaters, jackets, dresses, and even accessories and jewelry, Dress Barn has all the right pieces to put together an outfit or a whole wardrobe. Everyone will receive a special coupon good for 15% off your entire purchase.

We'll have the whole store to ourselves, with up to three full hours to browse, chat, and enjoy light snacks and sparkling cider while we shop! This time attendance will be limited to 35, to minimize wait time for the dressing rooms.

Our Dress Barn shopping trips are always among our most popular events. The Dress Barn staff is wonderful and eager to give each and every shopper personalized attention and expert fashion advice. The store is located in a quiet shopping center with plenty of parking near the entrance.

This event is for everyone, from seasoned shoppers to those who have never shopped for women's clothing in a mainstream store. Spouses, family, and friends are welcome too! You may attend en femme or in drab, whichever is more comfortable for you.

We look forward to a seeing you at this fun night out! Please RSVP as soon as possible, but no later than Wednesday, September 22, so that the store can plan for adequate staffing.

Store address and directions will be provided when you RSVP.

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Oct
09

River City Sparkle - Emerald Extravaganza!
Sacramento
6:00pm-12:00 midnight

Back for its third dazzling year!  River City Sparkle is an elegant transgender celebration for the whole community. Come experience an enchanted evening featuring:

*classy cocktail reception beginning at 6pm
*full no-host bar
*3-course plated dinner
*professional live entertainment by Magic Man Dan Chan
*late-night dance party
*professional portrait packages only $15
*on-site makeovers available
*prizes galore

TICKETS ON SALE NOW at www.rivercitysparkle.org

Get your tickets now for the transgender social event of the year. Purchase tickets online or order by mail.  Get ready to dress up in your finest attire and party the night away at River City Sparkle 2010!

Why not book a room at the Red Lion Hotel and stay overnight for the low River City Sparkle rate of just $79 (rate available through September 15). Then join us on Sunday morning for a special post-Sparkle breakfast at a nearby restaurant.

For information about the dinner menu, hotel, changing facilities, and frequently asked questions, visit www.rivercitysparkle.org . Details about this year's entertainment lineup and keynote speaker will be available soon.  See you on October 9!

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