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Barlesque Strip-a-Thon benefits TPAN throughout November
From a press release
2014-10-28
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Chicago, Illinois, October 21, 2014 During the month of November, contestants representing eighteen local bars and businesses are competing for the title of "Chicago's Sexiest" to raise money for TPAN in its online strip-a-thon, Barlesque 7: Let's Get Physical!
This year's competition will feature a sports theme: expect lots of sporty looks, massive muscles and hot jocks. As people visit the Barlesque website ( www.Barlesque.org ) and donate money, the contestants' photos will reflect their various stages of undressthe more that donors give, the less that the contestants wear! As multiple donation levels are reached, contestants go from fully dressed to "nature's best." The contestant raising the most money will be crowned "Chicago's Sexiest." "This year's contestants are out to prove that giving back is sexy!" said photographer KJ Heath, who shot the contestants for the fundraiser, "They are a fierce group of competitors, so I know this is going to be an amazing contest this year. They really are Chicago's sexiest."
Barlesque 7: Let's Get Physical! officially runs from Saturday, November 1st through Sunday, November 23. The Barlesque 7 Kick-Off Party will be held on Wednesday, November 5 from 7-10 pm at Charlie's Chicago at 3726 N. Broadway. All money raised through Barlesque goes directly towards TPAN's HIV/AIDS services. Last year, this event raised more than $58,000.
"Barlesque is an important fundraiser for TPAN," Said TPAN's CEO Patti Capouch, "and we are thrilled that so many businesses in our community are joining us this year!"
This year, there are 18 participating bars/businesses, more than ever before. They include: Berlin, Big Chicks, Bobby Loves,Cell Block, Charlie's Chicago, The Closet, Club Krave ( Blue Island ), DS Tequila, The Glenwood, Minibar, Manhole, Progress Bar, Roger's Park Social, Roscoe's, Shaker's on Clark, Sidetrack, Steamworks, Touché and Wang's.
About TPAN
TPAN is the oldest peer-led HIV/AIDS social service organization in Chicago. TPAN's mission is to empower everyone living with or at risk for HIV/AIDS to live open, healthy and productive lives. TPAN innovates to deliver peer-led support programs and collaborative wellness services and to communicate comprehensive information. |
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