April 7, 2006 - Women's Weekend '06

LETTERS From CAMP Rehoboth

CAMP Rehoboth Women's Weekend '06

The 6th Annual CAMP Rehoboth Women's Weekend: Smart Women Are Making a Difference will be held April 14-16 at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center and other local venues. The weekend will feature a golf outing, top-rated entertainers, a day-long conference and Sunday brunch. Information and registration are available by calling 302 227-5620 or by visiting www.beachwomensweek.com.

The conference, Saturday, April 15th from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., will focus on programs related to health, personal finances, legal issues and more. From physical therapy for golfers to protecting your computer (and yourself) to estate planning and domestic partnerships, smart women will gain new knowledge.

Marsh Island Golf Club will host a casual 9-hole, random team, best-ball golf outing beginning with check-in at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, April 14. Prizes and free golf shirts are bonus features of the outing.

Sunday brunch, hosted by Cloud 9 on April 16th, will begin with a social hour at 11 a.m. followed by a choice of brunch entrees. Entertainment for the brunch will be provided by Viki Dee.

Entertainment for both Friday and Saturday evening will take place at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center at 8 p.m. with the doors opening for general seating at 7 p.m. Nationally-known comedian Vickie Shaw will be on stage Friday. Saturday evening will feature internationally acclaimed singer, Holly Near.

The Smart Women Are Making a Difference Women's Weekend is presented by CAMP Rehoboth in partnership with Gold Sponsors: CaregiverSupportLink.com, Castaway Custom Homes, LLC, Comcast Spotlight, Splash'06 Dance and Olivia Cruises and Resorts. Additional partners include Silver Sponsors: Coastal Frameshop and Gallery, Comfort Inn Rehoboth, Curtis J. Leciejewski, DDS, PA, Elegant Slumming Fine Jewelry/Home, The Homestead at Rehoboth Bed & Breakfast, Ladies 2000, Inc., Roly Poly Sandwiches, and Jackie Goff.

Vickie Shaw and Holly Near to Perform

Comedian Vickie Shaw and singer/songwriter Holly Near provide the evening entertainment for the 6th Annual CAMP Rehoboth Women's Weekend: Smart Women Are Making a Difference at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center on April 14 and 15, respectively. Both shows begin at

8 p.m. with the doors opening for general seating at 7 p.m. Tickets are available in advance from CAMP Rehoboth, 302 227-5620.

Vickie Shaw will make the transition from Women's Entertainment Television's "The Secret Lives of Women" to the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center on April 14. In describing herself, Vickie Shaw says,

"I don't look the part. I blow away all their stereotypes. I'm the woman next doorexcept I just happen to be gay." Over the last five years Vickie has performed in almost every state in the US and internationally aboard Olivia cruise ships.

Holly Near has performed in film, TV and on Broadway in Hair. Holly is an immense vocal talent, a skilled performer and an outspoken ambassador for peace. Her thirty-five years of creating social change music has put her in the company of Arlo Guthrie, Pete Seeger, Cris Williamson, Sally Fields, Bonnie Raitt and many others.

Information and tickets for the Holly Near or Vickie Shaw performances are available at the CAMP Rehoboth Community Center, 37 Baltimore Avenue, Rehoboth Beach or by calling 302 227-5620.

Kathleen DeBold Executive Director of The Mautner Project Keynote Speaker

Kathleen DeBold is the Executive Director of the Mautner Project. With an innovative combination of local direct services and national research, education and advocacy, the Mautner Project works to improve the health and well-being of lesbian, bisexual and transgender women, their partners and families.

Jill Cruse Chief Travel Officer, Olivia Cruises and Resorts Afternoon Session

As Chief Travel Officer of Olivia, Jill Cruse brings her unique perspective on Olivia Cruises and Resortsone of the premier travel companies serving the lesbian and gay community. Olivia works to change the world through the empowerment and visibility of women.

Vickie Shaw Comedian Friday, April 14 8 pm | $30

Vickie Shaw looks like the woman next doorall-American with blond hair, lipstick and polished nails. Once she opens her mouth, you'll know

she was born in Texas and you'll never stop laughing.Performing in both straight and gay venues, Vickie opens minds with laughter.

Holly Near Singer/Songwriter Saturday, April 15 8 pm | $30

Holly Near has released over 20 recordings, including the seminal Imagine My Surprise. Her recent recording, Edge, clearly demonstrates that Holly is not resting on her laurels, but continues to write and sing political songs with the grace, humor, and maturity that comes from doing social change work for over 30 years.

CAMP Rehoboth Women's Conference

Saturday, April 15 | 8 am-3:30 pm | $30 all three of the above events $75 any two of the above events $55 All three of the above events held at the Rehoboth Convention Center.

Golf Outing | Friday, April 14| 12:30 pm at Marsh Island Golf Club | $30

Brunch | Sunday April 16| 11 am at Cloud 9 | 234 Rehoboth Avenue | $25

After Parties | Friday & Saturday Cloud 9 | 234 Rehoboth Avenue | no cover

After the concerts & conference, the fun continues with DJ Sharon Messina

Gold Sponsors

Caregiver-SupportLink Castaway Custom Homes, LLC Comcast Spotlight Splash '06 Dance Olivia Cruises and Resorts

Silver Sponsors

Coastal Frameshop and Gallery Comfort Inn Rehoboth Curtis J. Leciejewski, DDS, PA Elegant Slumming Fine Jewelry/Home Jackie Goff Homestead at Rehoboth B&B Ladies 2000, Inc. Roly Poly Rolled Sandwiches

LETTERS From CAMP Rehoboth, Vol. 16, No. 3 April 7, 2006