[SWAF-Potluck] Support Boobapalooza: A Dancers for Cancer Fundraiser

[Trina Ricketts-Bagnall]

Hey friends,

I am a Surrey member of this list and haven't made it out to a potluck yet
due to health issues but I am a former dancer and still do what I can for
the industry from home. I'm co-coordinating a cancer fundraiser in Surrey
and wanted to invite you all. It's two blocks from Gateway Skytrain
station. Please join us and have a great time. It will also serve as an
unofficial meeting of the Canadian Union of Naked Trades (an unofficial
group formed by me and some friends in the biz ;).

Respect and solidarity,

Trina Ricketts

You're invited to...

Boobapalooza 2014!
Sunday, August 3rd, 3-11 PM
Dancers for Cancer Fundraiser at The Byrd Pub, Surrey BC

In loving memory of Jocelyne Sioui
This even is dedicated to Terry Ricketts

On Sunday August 3rd, from 3 to 11 p.m., dancers will donate shows at the
Byrd Pub, 10768 King George Blvd, Surrey to fundraise for the children of a
former colleague who died of cancer in 2008. Before she passed away, Twyla
Newton was a waitress at the Cecil Hotel for nearly 20 years. She also made
and sold costumes to exotic dancers in the community.

When she died, her children found themselves at the mercy of family,
friends, and the foster care system during a crucial and vulnerable time in
their lives, as they were coming into the teen years and early adulthood.

"We've been able to help in a small but ongoing way over the past six
years," explains Trina Ricketts, founder of the annual event. "By funding
piano lessons, musical equipment, computers, graduation clothes and things
like that, we have been able to support their passions and provide
opportunities for growth."

The event is run through the volunteer efforts of NakedTruth.ca - an
information and support network of adult entertainers and friends. Although
Boobapalooza was started by exotic dancers, it has become an event that
welcomes performers from all styles of dance. "Clothing removal is
appreciated but not required," says Ricketts.

Ironically, Ricketts sadly lost her father to lung cancer on June 17,
during the planning of this year's fundraiser. "My dad had every t-shirt
from every Naked Truth event," Ricketts shared. "He never made me feel bad
for being a stripper. In my heart, I'm dedicating this event to him."

Boobapalooza will feature continuous, live entertainment, door prizes, a
silent auction, photo booth, and more. Entry is by donation. Anyone
interested in donating a performance or a silent auction item, is invited
to contact jenh at nakedtruth.ca or annie at nakedtruth.ca.

THANK YOU BOOBAPALOOZA SPONSORS!

§         The Byrd Pub, Surrey
§         The Georgia Straight, Vancouver
§         Manifesto Salon, Vancouver
§         Mysfit Fitness, Surrey
§         Birdie @ Black Rabbit Tattoo Studio
§         Westcoast Piercing and Tattoo, Surrey
§         Lashes, Lipstick Gore and More, Surrey
§         Get Exposed! Media, Surrey
§         Free Spirit Media, Vancouver
§         Tantra Fitness, Vancouver
...and more!

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A SPONSOR?

100% Proceeds to Local Children Orphaned by Cancer

The celebration will feature continuous entertainment, door prizes, photo
booth, silent auction, and more. We are thrilled to announce that
award-winner for Best Floor Show in the TNT Awards two years running,
Exotic Dancer Charlie, will be emceeing the fundraiser.

Funds raised will be going to the children of a woman who passed away from
cancer. She worked with exotic dancers as a costumer designer and server in
one of the Vancouver clubs. Her children have been recipients of our
fundraisers in the past and we are proud to continue to offer them what
little financial support we can as they are raised by their foster parents
and become adults.

Would you like to donate an item to our silent auction? Some ideas for
donations include products or services, themed gift baskets, tickets to
events, restaurant and hotel gift certificates, and vacation packages.

In return for your sponsorship, we will put a thank you on our website at
NakedTruth.ca and thank you publicly during the event. Your company name
will also be highlighted above the description of the auction item you
donate so that guests will have repeat exposure to your company’s goodwill
and generosity.

We welcome smaller items for door prizes too. And you are invited to
include a coupon or small give-away in each of the gift bags we hand out to
guests as they arrive (approximately 200 gift bags will be provided).
Include your business card or company info with the give-away to entice new
customers and let them know where to find you.

Our events get good media coverage and great turnout. The Georgia Straight
is our media sponsor. This is a worthwhile opportunity for you to promote
your brand.

Thank you very much for your consideration. Please feel free to contact me
if you have any questions or would like to contribute.

Your participation is valued and your generosity appreciated.

Sincerely,


Trina Ricketts
Event Co-Coordinator
www.nakedtruth.ca
annie at nakedtruth.ca


PLEASE DONATE A SHOW!


Exotic dancers, Burlesque Dancers, Pole Dancers, Hula Hoopers, Chair
Dancers - ALL DANCERS WELCOME!

Nudity Appreciated but Not Required.

Contact: jenh at nakedtruth.ca or annie at nakedtruth.ca
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