Sonoma County Pride Festival 2011
Celebrate!
In 2011, the Sonoma County Pride Festival/Celebration followed the Sonoma County Pride Parade, and took place on the grounds of Guerneville Lodge in Guerneville. A short walk from the parade route was led by the San Francisco Gay/Lesbian Freedom Band.
The celebration included music, dancing, beer & wine, a seperate children's area, a seperate over 18 area, and space for vendors to sell their wares and non-profit groups to offer information about their groups and services. There was a committment and recommittment ceremony on the main stage.
Entertainment
Onstage entertainment at the Pride Festival showcased a wide variety of music and talent with Pippi Lovestocking acting as Mistress of Ceremonies for the festivities. Pippi is a co-founder of the long running SF institution “Trannyshack”, and a veteran performer of television and standup comedy. http://pippilovestocking.com/
Coyote Grace is made up of one part sultry femme Ingrid Elizabeth and one part hunky trans man Joe Stevens. This bands profound lyrics and sharp witty banter served them well as an opening band for The Indigo Girls, Melissa Ferrick and Girlyman. http://www.coyotegrace.com/
Jeb Havens is a San Francisco-based singer/songwriter who's been singing/playing piano, and writing music since the age of 10, blending a catchy pop/alternative style with raw, emotional therapy. He has performed at various Bay Area venues, including SF Pride 2010, Lone Star Saloon, The Mix, and Martuni's Piano Bar, where he co-hosts a monthly showcase of local queer music. His debut self-titled album is now available on iTunes. http://www.jebhavens.com/
In The Know, a progressive folk band joined with singer/song writer Kristen Van Dyke in early 2010. “In the Know” created a different kind of sound with Kristen's jazzy folk stylings, James Porter's melodic Latin-influenced lead, and Dan and Jonathan's funky rhythms. http://www.facebook.com/people/Kristen-Yvonne-Van-Dyke/1416069389
The Battlin’ Bluebirds. A blues band with drive and energy that will knock you off your feet and has a touch of Janis Joplin thrown in for good measure. Jeni Day, Maria Stanford, Robin Roth and Katharine Cole are bringin’ the thrill back into the blues! http://www.battlinbluebirds.com/
Joshua Klipp is a talented jazz vocalist who has hits on Billboard Charts and videos on MTV LOGO. Joshua toured internationally and has been featured on The Tyra Banks Show. http://joshuaklipp.com/
Sistas In The Pit, will delight you with their delicious, eclectric and fun music. Inspired by Jimi Hendrix, Sade and Aretha Franklin this electrifying trio recently shared the stage with Iggy Pop and the Stooges. http://www.sistasinthepit.com/
ANANTA is an alternative/ambient electric violinist, cellist, beat mistress and hula-hooper extraordinaire who blasts her audience with ‘spellbinding’ talent. ANANTA’S “booty shaking” styling’s include soul, jazz, hip-hop, classic middle eastern and trance. http://www.anantafiddlehooper.com/
Ethel Merman, (as channeled by Mark Sargent) is a San Francisco entertainment legend, famous for appearances at Trannyshack, Charley Horse, Martuni’s and Café Du Nord. Wherever she goes, Ethel’s big hair and big voice belting out the big hits is a big audience pleaser! http://ethelmerman.tribe.net/
The Deadlies, an instrumental surf band are famous as the house band for “Creepy KOFY Movietime” and Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo, CA! The Deadlies were recently featured on the TV on the “Rachel Ray Show”. http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/deadliesmusic
Polkanomics, a rollicking good-time band will have you on your feet with their musical styles encompassing pop, latin standards and crowd pleasing polkas! http://www.polkanomics.blogspot.com/
Comedienne Simone Campbell is an exciting, energetic and full of life entertainer with a killer smile. Simone has performed at numerous large venues. Simone was recognized by the San Francisco Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence for her contributions to the LGBTI community. http://www.facebook.com/YoufunnySimone?sk=wall
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