14/04/2014 – Scene Magazine – From the heart of LGBTQ+ Life

Run for Brighton Pride

Posted on 14/04/201414/04/2014 by Besi

Pride to stage an inaugural 5K Rainbow Run, Community Sports Day and Picnic for Disco Diva’s this summer.

The first 5k Pride Rainbow Run takes place on Sunday, July 27 on Preston Park.

Every omi and polone is invited to chuck on some lycra and leg warmers, troll along to Preston Park to vada the talented totty and bona bods as they mince around a variety of camp courses.

The Rainbow Run is all about having fun. All ages and abilities are welcome. You choose whether to run, walk, mince or even crawl the 5K.

Hosted by the glorious Dolly Rocket it’s a chance to forget 118 118 and embrace a discotastic fun run full of frolics and camp afro-tastic kitsch glamour.

Rainbow Run has partnered with Minimal Sportswear for the event. Tracey Davenport from Minimal Sportswear is very excited to be part of this new addition to the Brighton Pride Festival calendar.

She said: “The aim of the day aside from raising money for charity is to make people laugh. Laughter and fun does wonders for people and it’s highly infectious! I think this run will do the trick.

“There are going to be four 1K crazy fancy dress stations where each participant grabs some extra disco glamour. At each station there will be disco music and must-hear drag queen comparing. The Rainbow Run is going to be the mother of good times, laughter and running all rolled into one fantastic fun package!”

Registration is £18.50 and includes your donation to the Rainbow Fund and Pride plus your diva Feather Boa, clip on butch YMCA moustaches, hot sexy leg warmers and disco specs. You may also wish to raise extra funds for the Rainbow Fund or the charity of your choice.

Medals for winners and prizes from Vivo Barefoot and Nick Rivett Intersport in Hove will be awarded for the best disco divas. Forget Saturday Night Fever, this is your Sunday morning disco workout, so pump up the jam and let’s get physical!

To enter, CLICK HERE:

Entrants will have the option at registration to purchase an affordable and iconic 80’s ‘Choose Life’ race t-shirt so they can shout it out to the rest of the world that they took part in this one of a kind fundraising event.

Other events planned for Brighton Pride’s Community Sports Day and Picnic include Bears Tug Of War, Drag Racing And Five A Side Football.

If you are interested in putting a team together EMAIL:

What: Pride Rainbow Run 2014, The Worlds a Disco

Where: Preston Park, Brighton

When: Sunday, July 27

Time: 10am for 10.30am

For more information about Brighton Pride, CLICK HERE:

PREVIEW: Actually Gay Men’s Chorus: ‘One night only’

Posted on 14/04/201414/04/2014 by Besi

Prepare to have your spirits stirred for One Night Only with the Actually Gay Men’s Chorus.

The chorus will be performing a mesmerising programme of eclectic songs, arranged by Musical Director Jason Pimblett on Friday, May 9.

Monteverdi to McCartney and trenches to turntables is the thread of deep emotion running through this show.

The performance will be presented by Chorus friend and Patron Gerry McCrudden MBE and features a debut performance with the Chorus, from Australian guest soprano Laura Wolk-Lewanowicz.

For more information about the Actually Gay Men’s Chorus, CLICK HERE:

What: Brighton & Hove Actually Gay Men’s Chorus: One Night Only

Where: St Andrew’s Church, Waterloo Street, Hove

When: Friday, May 9

Time: 7.30pm

Cost: £12/£10 concessions

Ohso Cool! Ohso Brighton! Ohso Social!

Posted on 14/04/201414/04/2014 by Besi

The ultimate Balearic experience on Brighton seafront.

Ohso Social, widely acknowledged as Brighton’s premier seafront dining location, has been acquired by Stagfleet Ltd. owners of Club Revenge, Bar Revenge, The Dorset Arms, Hove Kitchen and JB’s American Diner next to the Ship Hotel.

Brighton Pier provides an Iconic backdrop to this unique family friendly, cafe bar restaurant which is open daily from 9am – 2am serving breakfasts, lunches and evening meals.

Drink a coffee, cocktail or beer while you take in the sun on the heated terrace and watch the tourists cruise up and down Brighton’s historic seafront.

The varied menu offers everything from classic fish and chips to high end steaks and burgers.

Eat inside the restaurant or enjoy an alfresco dining experience on the outdoor heated terrace that offer spectacular views over the English Channel.

For more information about Ohso Social CLICK HERE:

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You no longer have to fly to Ibiza to experience a Balearic vibe, rather, you can sip cocktails and groove to Donna Summer’s I Feel Love under the two massive mirror balls at Ohso Social on Brighton seafront with the Iconic Brighton Pier to your left, the spectacular fairground carousel to your right and ocean in front of you.

Every Friday evening starting May 23 get down, get naughty and re-energise your aurora at the Dirty Sunset Disco (DSD), the place to be for celestial clubbing in the company of a mixed metrosexual good time crowd with altitude! Dress to impress and let your hair down while funky disco blends into edgy house.

Dance the sun down with DSD’s resident DJs Mister Barker and Queen Josephine along an impressive guest DJ rota including Hifi Sean, Paul Coals, Maze & Masters, Lee Harris and Go Bang. Dirty Sunset Disco will regenerate your faith in old skool clubbing.

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Pictured from left to right are the Ohso Social team: Amy Boyce – General Manager at Ohso Social: AJ – Creator & Promoter of Dirty Sunset Disco: James Harrison – Head Chef at Ohso Social: Collette Barlow – Deputy General Manager at Ohso Social

Bowls club receives Sports England funding

Posted on 14/04/2014 by Sarah Green

Peacehaven & Telscombe Cliffs Bowls Club has been awarded a grant of £27,573.00 from Sport England.

The grant will allow the Club to extend its pavilion, improve its facilities, and enable bowls to be played there throughout the entire year.

The club applied for the funding in December 2013 and Simon Kirby, MP for Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven today spoke of his delight at the announcement of the funding.

Simon Kirby, MP for Kemptown and Peacehaven

Simon said: “Bowls clubs are often at the heart of local communities, and the Peacehaven and Telscombe Cliffs Bowls Club is no different. Today’s announcement is great news and I am pleased that they will be receiving this funding to improve their facilities, and maintain year round use of the Club.

“I look forward to visiting after the improvements have been completed, and to perhaps try my hand on the new indoor Short Mat.”

New LGBT friendly will writing service

Posted on 14/04/201414/04/2014 by Besi

A local legal consultant Nick Betteridge and his gay son Adam have established an LGBT-friendly Will and Lasting Power Of Attorney service called Sussex Wills And Attorneys.

Nick, a recently retired legal consultant, has over 45 years experience in the preparation of and advising on Wills and Lasting Powers Of Attorneys. After doing some research with his son Adam, they realised that there were not many LGBT-friendly and cost-effective options in the area for this kind of service.

Adam Betteridge, said: “With equal rights for same sex marriage becoming law as of March 29 here in the UK, its a useful reminder to everyone (whether single, civil partnered or married) of the crucial benefits of getting organised. We’ve come across so many cases where people have overlooked the importance of having an up-to-date Will until it’s too late. I’m sure everyone has heard the horror stories, and so we’ve decided it was the right time to set up an affordable LGBT friendly service to help people protect both themselves and their loved ones.”

Nick Betteridge added: “It is a good idea to review your Will whenever key events in your life occur, such as civil partnership, marriage or divorce, or an expanding family, or even a new business venture. Without an up-to-date Will in place, the rules of intestacy would apply and you would have no choice in who the beneficiaries of your belongings would be. This can cause upset and unnecessary friction at an emotional time for your loved ones. A Lasting Power of Attorney can also help should you be at risk of becoming unable to make decisions for yourself and wish to appoint someone close to you to safe-guard your well being by making important decisions for you.

“As this is a limited cost-effective service Sussex Wills And Attorneys highly recommend you seek independent tax and accounting advice should you require it when considering your affairs.”

Colin Rimmer, a recent client of Nick and Adam’s, said: “As a gay man I would highly recommend Sussex Wills and Attorneys. All it took was a phone call, an email and a couple of witnesses. All done for a total fee of only £100. Very easy. Much clearer than my last one which Nick reviewed and revised. Go ahead people!”

Based in East Sussex, the Sussex Wills team offer a telephone/email based service to everyone in any location, and in addition can travel to your home or office if you are located in the Sussex area or sometimes even further afield such as in London. They can also help you set up a Lasting Power of Attorney relating to your property and financial affairs should you become incapable physically or mentally of making your own decisions.

For more information, CLICK HERE:

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New divorce negotiator service opens

Posted on 14/04/201414/04/2014 by Besi

A national firm has launched a new service covering Gloucestershire aimed at offering couples an alternative and amicable approach to divorce or separation without the need of two solicitors.

Divorce Negotiator is the brainchild of Carol Fennell, former Career Consultant and mother of one.

Carol, said: “The benefits of amicable divorce in particular include a less stressful experience for the couple and their children and a process that is quicker and less expensive. Rather than employing two separate solicitors to negotiate on opposing sides in divorce cases we will support both parties through the divorce paperwork from initial Petition through to Decree Absolute.”

The Gloucestershire launch will bring the total number of Divorce Negotiator offices across the UK to 10 with a further 10 planned this year.

Carol added: “Gloucestershire couples will now be able to have joint face to face advice (in the comfort of their home if wished) to help them agree the details of their divorce and settlement as swiftly and amicably as possible meaning that they save time, money and stress.”

She concluded: “Our service will help couples reach a fair settlement without fighting out their divorce through two solicitors. We are also open 7 days a week from 9am to 9pm to offer a personal service to all our clients when they need us”.

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AB FAB charity sale and auction of hats and handbags

Posted on 14/04/2014 by Besi

A beautiful Zandra Rhodes handbag donated by Joanna Lumley will be included in a charity sale of hats and handbags.

The sale takes place on April 24 at the lovely Boxgrove Village Hall near Chichester to raise money for Sussex Hospices. There will be hundreds of hats and handbags for sale (all donated) from as little as £5 with the more prized items being auctioned by antiques expert Catherine Southon of Antiques Road Trip and Bargain Hunt fame.

Famous ‘milliner to the stars’ Philip Treacy whose creations have been worn by stars like Joan Collins, Britney Spears, Sarah Jessica Parker, Lady Gaga and even by Boy George, as well as by 36 of the guests at the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton, has donated a hat to be auctioned.

Tracey Mogard, milliner for Four Weddings and a Funeral has also donated two of her stunning designs. The auction will offer something for the gentlemen too, including hats donated by antiques expert and bon viveur Tim Wonnacott, and by Strictly Come Dancing’s stylish and dapper Anton du Beke. An exquisite Chanel bag will go under the hammer along with bags from Louis Vuitton, Mulberry and top UK designer Liz Cox.

As a bonus Catherine Southon has agreed to undertake free valuations of antiques and collectibles brought along.

Beneficiaries of funds raised by this Friends of Sussex Hospices (FSH) event will be the 12 hospice care providers that serve the adults and children of Sussex.

FSH Chair Kathy Gore said: “Don’t miss this chance to get an heirloom valued and buy a new hat or handbag at the same time. There will be hundreds of items for sale at bargain prices as well as the celebrity items being auctioned.”

Hats&Handbags4Hospices is on Thursday, April 24, from 2.30pm to 5.30pm at Boxgrove Village Hall, The Street, Boxgrove, Chichester PO18 0EE.

The auction starts at 3.30pm. Entrance fee is £5 payable at the door. Teas will be available.

If you’d like to make it a truly stylish afternoon, there are still a few places left for a ‘limited edition’ champagne tea which costs £25 including entrance charge.

To book tickets for the champagne tea, CLICK HERE:

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Friends of Sussex Hospices is a registered charity run entirely by volunteers. It raises funds for and promotes awareness of the invaluable services offered by the 12 hospice care providers that serve the adults and children of Sussex.

FSH was formed in 1995 and to date has distributed over £1 million towards the running costs of: Chestnut Tree House Children’s Hospice; Demelza Hospice Care for Children; Hospice in the Weald; Leo House at Home; Martlets Hospice; St Barnabas House; St Catherine’s Hospice; St Michael’s Hospice; St Peter & St James Hospice; St Wilfrid’s Hospice (Chichester); St Wilfrid’s Hospice (Eastbourne) and The Sussex Snowdrop Trust.

What: Hats&Handbags4Hospices

Where: Boxgrove Village Hall, The Street, Boxgrove, Chichester PO18 0EE.

When: Thursday, April 24

Time: 2.30-5.30pm

Cost: £5

For more information, CLICK HERE:

Brighton Heroes vs Villains run 2014

Posted on 14/04/2014 by Besi

Sunday May 18 sees the return of the 10 kilometre Heroes and Villians run.

This year for the first time Peer Action, the HIV charity has a hypnotherapist and personal trainer (Matthew Etherington from Fitness First) running to raise money for the charity.

Matt, said: “I’m really pleased to be running for Peer Action, this charity has gone from strength to strength over the last couple of years by arranging social events for people living with or affected by HIV. I’ve been working with Peer Action for over a year on therapy days and other social events, so it’s really exciting to now be raising money and raising their profile further.

“As a younger member of the steering group, it’s my hope to reach out to younger people living with or effected by HIV, by using my professional qualifications to run alternative fitness related events for Peer Action.”

The event takes place between Hove Lawns and Hove Lagoon – if you’re available on the day go down and show your support.

If you would like to sponsor Matt, EMAIL: with your pledge.

Include your name and a contact phone number on the email.

Hove MP Weatherley backs Parliamentary motion on human trafficking

Posted on 14/04/201414/04/2014 by Sarah Green

Mike Weatherley, the Conservative MP for Hove and Portslade, has backed an Early Day Motion (EDM) against Human Trafficking to help raise awareness of issue.

Mike Weatherley, MP for Hove & Portslade

Early Day Motion 54 draws attention to the problem of human trafficking in Britain and highlights the suffering of victims. Through this parliamentary motion, Mike has voiced his support for the need for legislation to assist in limiting or eliminating the root causes of this crime.

The motion also highlights the role of human trafficking in sustaining the criminal economy and recognises that many products sold to consumers are being produced using forced labour.

The cross-party EDM calls for better cooperation between EU member states and the appointment of liaisons to increase the effectiveness of international anti-human trafficking efforts.

Mike said: “Human trafficking is a silent menace whose very existence is totally unacceptable in the 21^st century. That is why through support for this motion, and the Government’s work on this issue, we aim to send a message to the world that the United Kingdom supports human rights and will not tolerate modern day slavery.”

EDM 54 – Human Trafficking reads:

“That this House recognises that human trafficking represents a form of modern-day slavery and that many victims are held under conditions of enforced or bonded servitude whilst being exploited for their labour; urges the Government fully to implement the Council of Europe’s Convention on Human Trafficking, including appointing an independent rapporteur or ombudsperson and to work closely with other EU member states to adopt an effective regime to combat this appalling practice; notes that, as well as sustaining the criminal economy, human trafficking infiltrates the mainstream economy and the high street; further recognises that many innocent consumers buy products and use services that have been in some way produced or sustained by human trafficking or modern-day slavery; and calls on the Government to introduce a framework for UK companies to audit their supply chain in order to eradicate any trace of human trafficking or modern-day slavery from their goods and services.”

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Day: April 14, 2014

Run for Brighton Pride

Pride to stage an inaugural 5K Rainbow Run, Community Sports Day and Picnic for Disco Diva’s this summer.

PREVIEW: Actually Gay Men’s Chorus: ‘One night only’

Prepare to have your spirits stirred for One Night Only with the Actually Gay Men’s Chorus.

Ohso Cool! Ohso Brighton! Ohso Social!

The ultimate Balearic experience on Brighton seafront.

Bowls club receives Sports England funding

Peacehaven & Telscombe Cliffs Bowls Club has been awarded a grant of £27,573.00 from Sport England.

New LGBT friendly will writing service

A local legal consultant Nick Betteridge and his gay son Adam have established an LGBT-friendly Will and Lasting Power Of Attorney service called Sussex Wills And Attorneys.

New divorce negotiator service opens

A national firm has launched a new service covering Gloucestershire aimed at offering couples an alternative and amicable approach to divorce or separation without the need of two solicitors.

AB FAB charity sale and auction of hats and handbags

A beautiful Zandra Rhodes handbag donated by Joanna Lumley will be included in a charity sale of hats and handbags.

Brighton Heroes vs Villains run 2014

Sunday May 18 sees the return of the 10 kilometre Heroes and Villians run.

Hove MP Weatherley backs Parliamentary motion on human trafficking

Mike Weatherley, the Conservative MP for Hove and Portslade, has backed an Early Day Motion (EDM) against Human Trafficking to help raise awareness of issue.

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Pride to stage an inaugural 5K Rainbow Run, Community Sports Day and Picnic for Disco Diva’s this summer.

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Prepare to have your spirits stirred for One Night Only with the Actually Gay Men’s Chorus.

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The ultimate Balearic experience on Brighton seafront.

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Peacehaven & Telscombe Cliffs Bowls Club has been awarded a grant of £27,573.00 from Sport England.

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A local legal consultant Nick Betteridge and his gay son Adam have established an LGBT-friendly Will and Lasting Power Of Attorney service called Sussex Wills And Attorneys.

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A national firm has launched a new service covering Gloucestershire aimed at offering couples an alternative and amicable approach to divorce or separation without the need of two solicitors.

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A beautiful Zandra Rhodes handbag donated by Joanna Lumley will be included in a charity sale of hats and handbags.

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Sunday May 18 sees the return of the 10 kilometre Heroes and Villians run.

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Mike Weatherley, the Conservative MP for Hove and Portslade, has backed an Early Day Motion (EDM) against Human Trafficking to help raise awareness of issue.

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