Aid
for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN) hosted the 28th annual Black & White Party at The
Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas last night. With black and
white attire as the only dress code, the dichromatic fashion ran the gamut from
couture cocktail dresses to painted on pasties. 3,000 guests filled the venue
to party for a good cause, raising nearly $130,000 to benefit AFAN's client
service programs.
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| Jabbawockeez |
Host Bryan Chan introduced performances from
Jabbawockeez, Melody Sweets, Sky Dee Miles, Jubilee!, Chase Brown, Lorena
Peril, new show LIMELIGHT and more. Star of RuPaul's "Drag Race"
Shangela (D.J. Pierce) was a highlight of the night and posed for photos with
guests. The night was full of surprises as Chan invited some of his pals from
Chippendales to the stage for an unforgettable performance.
With
2014 being AFAN's 30th anniversary, the organization honored some of their
original founders with the "Right to Wear Red," including Wes Davis,
Mel Pohl and Senator David Parks. AFAN's board members and executive director
Antioco Carillo welcomed the nominees and recognized their lasting
contributions to the community.
Guests
enjoyed food & beverage samplings from Vegas' top chefs and mixologists
including Culinary Dropout, Maggiano's, Pink Taco, 35 Steaks + Martinis, Jamba
Juice, Popcorn Girl, Ferraro's, Aliante Casino + Hotel and Back Bar USA.
About
AFAN
Aid
for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN) was founded in 1984 and is the oldest and largest
AIDS service organization in the state of Nevada. This year marks AFAN's 30th
anniversary of unyielding commitment to the community, providing support and
advocacy for adults and children living with and affected by HIV/AIDS in
southern Nevada. AFAN offers consistent and comprehensive direct client service
programs, including medical case management, housing and utility assistance,
emergency food and transportation vouchers, prevention and education programs
and community outreach. As part of AFAN's mission, these client service
programs assist in enhancing the physical health and psychosocial wellness of
the individuals they serve, while promoting dignity and improving the quality
of their lives. For more information, please visitafanlv.org..
Photo
Credit – Erik Kabik -
