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Bay Windows - Local News, March 11, 1999
Scott A. Giordano, Bay Windows staff
Titled "La Noche de Caballeros," the fund-raising event was hosted for the second consecutive year by former radio talk-show host and would-be congresswoman Marjorie Clapprood, who captivated the audience with her charisma and humor.
"I feel very close to all of you and as though you are family. ... I know what you are thinking. You are probably leaning next to whoever is next to you and whispering 'Oh my God, doesn't she look terrific,'" Clapprood said to thunderous whistles, laughter and applause.
Clapprood went on to thank the gay community for its support during her unsuccessful run last year for Massachusetts' 8th District congressional seat, and she then sang a rendition of "Wouldn't it be lovely?" about her fantasy of winning that race.
She then introduced Event Co-Chairs Oz Mondejar and Kevin Vine, who thanked the night's attendees, event volunteers and sponsors, and the entertainers for their contributions.
After the dinner, the Greater Boston Business Council (GBBC) was presented with the 1999 Congressman Gerry Studds Visibility Award, which was "created to honor people and organizations providing leadership and positive visibility to the gay male community in the manner set forth by Gerry Studds, the nation's first openly gay member of Congress," according to the event's brochure.
The GBBC is a gay and lesbian networking organization for business and professional organizations that foster the vitality and support of the [gay and lesbian] community," according to GBBC President Paul Anagnostos.
"We are extremely thrilled and honored to receive this prestigious award," Anagnostos told Bay Windows after the event. "We are proud of the work we do for the community and proud to have received this honor, which is such an incredible award."
Founded in 1971, the Fenway Community Health Center is a comprehensive health center with services targeting, but not limited to, the gay community -- including primary and specialty care; mental health and addiction services; HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment; complementary therapies including acupuncture, chiropractic, massage and polarity; and a range of educational programs that include its Violence Recovery Program to help prevent hate crimes and to assist victims of the same.
(The Fenway Community Health Center is located at 7 Haviland St. in Boston. For more information on its services, call 617 267-0900.)
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