Gal's Spring Fling 2011
Monday, May 9, 2011
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Dinner out at Gananoque Inn dinning room for Early-Early arrivals.
9:00 pm - Midnight: Brainstorm at Sophia's room with wine and fun (What can we do for a better T world?)
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
9:00 am - 10:00 am: Hot Breakfast in the Ramada Inn Dining Room.
10:00 am - 5:00 pm: Various discussion mini-groups (What actions do we take for a better Trans-World)
This is a first for Gal's Spring Fling and we will be playing it by ear. With time we hope that this part will encourage the people of action to have a chance to meet. The fact that GSF brings people from many different geographical parts of the region is a great opportunity to meet and create some new ideas with others.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Dinner out for those arriving early.
Meet in the Lounge at the Ramada Inn and make plans for dinner.
9:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Social time in the Ramada Inn Lounge.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
7:00 am - 10:00 am: Hot Breakfast in the Ramada Inn Dining Room.
9:00 am - 12:00 noon: Spa Time.
Enjoy some pampering at the Gananoque Inn Spa. Time for a manicure, pedicure, facial or massage. Induldge yourself.
12:00 noon - 1:00 pm: Lunch on your own or join Amanda and Sophia at Muskie Jake's at the Gananoque Inn.
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm: More Spa time at the Gananoque Inn.
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Cocktails at the Ramada Inn Lounge.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Dinner at Trinity House Inn.
We will get together in the Ramada Inn Lounge and head over to Jacque's lovely Inn. He has given us some wonderful dinners in the past. Always a treat.
9:00 pm - 1:00 am: Social time in the Ramada Inn Lounge.
Thursday, May 12, 2011
7:00 am - 10:00 am: Hot Breakfast in the Ramada Inn Dining Room.
8:00 am - 6:00 pm: Registration in the Ramada Inn Lobby.
8:00 am - 9:00 am: Special Info Sesssion.
Big Sister/Little Sister Team up.
10:00 am - 3:00 pm: Bus Tour.
Place and features to be decided. Lots of choices.
12:00 noon - 1:00 pm: Lunch on the Bus Tour or at a place of your choosing.
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Cocktails in the Ramada Inn Lounge.
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm: An evening at the Legion.
An evening at the Legion. The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #92 in Gananoque has invited us to have an evening at their Legion. Meet & Greet and play a little Pool. The Legion Ladies will put on a Roast Turkey and Roast Pork Buffet dinner for us. Then live music and dancing. A group of us went dancing here last year and had a great time.
10:00 pm - 2:00 am: Social time at the Ramada Inn Lounge.
Talk over the entertainment you saw that night. Make plans for the next few days.
Friday, May 13, 2011
7:00 am - 10:00 am: Hot Breakfast in the Ramada Inn Dining Room.
8:00 am - 6:00 pm: Registration in the Ramada Inn Lobby.
8:00 am - 9:00 am: Special Info Sesssion. Big Sister/Little Sister Team up.
10:00 am - 11:00 am: Speed Meeting.
Spend an hour meeting 12 new friends with 5 minutes conversations. A great way to meet new friends. Get to know the people who will be around with you all weekend.
11:00 am - 12:00 noon: Out and About with Sophia.
Sophia Cassivi will share her experiences and insight with you. Tips for the Mall. Choices of clothing. How to blend in. Everything you need to know.
12:00 noon - 1:00 pm: Lunch on your own whereever you like.
Stay at the Ramada's lovely Restaurant or find something in Gananoque or the surrounding area.
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm: S.O. - W.H.A.T.!!! Significant Others - We Have A Tour
Significant Others - We Have A Tour. Join us for a walking tour of the elegance that is Gananoque. Tour some of the nicest homes in Gananoque. Learn about it's history and the many people who have lived in Gananoque.
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Free Time for the rest of us.
Wander around Gananoque and see the sights. Do a little shopping. Or just relax. Your choice.
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Cocktails at the Ramada Inn Lounge.
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Thousand Island Boat Cruise and Dinner.
Watch the beautiful Thousand Islands go by while enjoying a great dinner on the Thousand Island Boat Lines. Live entertainment will follow dinner. Be prepared to sing. Got some talent? Show that off during our Talent Show.
10:00 pm - 2:00 am: Social time at the Ramada Inn Lounge.
Music by Sophia. What more could you ask for.
Saturday, May 14, 2011
7:00 am - 10:00 am: Hot Breakfast in the Ramada Inn Dining Room.
8:00 am - 6:00 pm: Registration in the Ramada Inn Lobby.
8:00 am - 9:00 am: Special Info Sesssion. Big Sister/Little Sister Team up.
9:00 am - 10:00 am: Funerals and Transfolk.
Can I be crossdressed in my casket? Amanda Ryan will bring her 35 years of experience as a Funeral Director to this seminar. Learn what is possible. Ask questions. This will be an informative workshop. Nothing macabre, just good information.
10:00 am - 11:00 am: Shelley Ratcliffe - Fashions That Move.
Shelley Ratcliffe from Fashions That Move will show us how to select fashions that compliment our body shapes and sizes. Her fashions are stylish and reasonable. Ask questions about what is best for you.
11:00 am - 12:00pm: Miqqi Gilbert - FANTASY GIRL vs. REALITY WOMAN.
All too often cross-dressers enjoy those aspects of womanhood that we consider "fun" or "sexy" while ignoring the realities of being a woman, especially in a male-dominated society. In this workshop we will explore some of the differences between the fantasy of being a woman, and the reality of a woman’s life. This workshop is for all trans folk, but will also be enjoyed by spouses.
12:00 noon - 1:30 pm: Spring Time Lunch in the Ramada Inn Dining Room.
3:00 noon - 6:00 pm: Makeovers.
Once again the girls from Shoppers Drug Mart will be making us look beautiful. Have your foundation done then on to makeup. Ask questions and learn as you go. Gotta look great for the Gala evening.
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Photo Sessions.
Get a professional picture while you are looking your absolute best.
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm: Pool Party and Best Legs Contest.
Enjoy an afternoon by the Pool. Swim or just sit in the sun. That's right - the sun. We already have the requisition in. Then the Best Legs Contest. Whose name will be added this year? Samantha and Helen have their names on it now. Who will be next? Want to be in the contest? Let me know on your registration form. Bring your swimming suit.
2:30 pm - 6:30 pm: Social time in the Ramada Inn Lounge.
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm: Gala Cocktails in the Ramada Inn Lounge.
Show off that new gown, shoes, jewellery and makeup. Don't hold back ladies. This is your chance to go all out.
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm: Gala Dinner in the Ramada Inn Dining Room.
We have a great meal planned for you. Come and Enjoy.
9:00 pm - 12:00 midnight:
Gala Dance, Dance, Dance. Bring that extra pair of dancing shoes. You will want to be comfortable while you dance the night away. Fun, Fun, Fun.
12:00 midnight - 2:00 am: Social time in the Ramada Inn Lounge.
Music and great company to follow the dance.
Sunday, May 15, 2011
9:00 am - 10:30 am: Buffet Brunch in the Ramada Inn Dining Room.
Better than ever. Paul and his staff will put on a magnificant closing day buffet brunch for us to help us wrap up the event.
11:00 am - 12:00 noon: Mini Putt Tournament
Not ready to go home yet? Real golf not your game? Come and play a round of mini putt. Show off that talent.
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm: Thousand Island Playhouse.
If you want to stay a little longer and enjoy some great entertainment "The Marvellous Wonderettes" is playing a Sunday Matinee. Sign up at the Registration desk.