The Gainesville Community Alliance (GCA) is a social membership organization that provides an environment in which gay. lesbian, bisexual, transgendered people, and their friends have opportunities to meet through educational and social activities.

President's Message

Hello members, what fantastic weather we're having. Enjoy these next few weeks before the humidity returns for the summer.

It's been a very busy time, but I hope you will mark your calendar for the upcoming GCA event this month. Our hosts, Tom and Chuck are planning a fun afternoon BBQ so please just bring all the extras to share.

I wish to thank Tim and Dottie for last months gathering on the "prairie". It was unusually quiet but I must say it was one of the most comfortable few hours, with great conversations, and excellent food, not to mention the surroundings and the great sunset. A great venue!

Please check our website; www.gcaonlineorg for all upcoming event details and directions. I am expecting a couple of dates to be created for members to enjoy in the upcoming weeks so stay tuned for their announcements. I also am awaiting any member to come forward to host any of the open dates for 2008, especially November and December. Please refer to the newsletter and the website for the complete list. Link up with some other members if you feel it is too much for
just yourself. We will assist and help defray costs, as usual. Contact me at 352-284-3881 (cell) or reach any GCA Board member. If you learn of any interesting events locally and would like to let the membership know, contact Gordon to get it out to the listserv.

On a personal note, May is my birthday month (yes, a Taurus) and this year is one of the noted ones. Let's just say that I am pouring over my plethora of Medicare A, B, C, and D brochures and guides. I feel wonderful and I am so thankful for all the blessings that I have in my life, including GCA and its impact on so many individuals. I am planning a trip to Massachusetts in May and will also be celebrating my sister's birthday with family members.

Wishing you all a great May and don't forget to smell the roses (and the jasmine).

Joe Antonelli