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Hello,
With our pumpkin spice latte in hand and Halloween just around the corner, we know that fall is in full swing.
I would like to welcome our newest readers from the Out & Equal Workplace Summit. Also, congratulations to the winners of the $100 AA Gift Cards (a perfect holiday gift by the way) Debbie E of Windham, NH, and David B of Carrollton, TX.
I was very happy to show my pride with American in the Alan Ross Texas Freedom Parade and the Fort Worth Pride Parade, and I hope youll enjoy seeing our float. There are some exciting events coming up in Los Angeles and Washington, DC.
Safe Travels,
George
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Americans Pride Flies and Floats
We were very happy show our support of the north Texas LGBT community and participate in the 26th annual Alan Ross Texas Freedom Parade and the Fort Worth Pride Parade. A little rain didn't stop us from showing our pride in Forth Worth. The Fort Worth Pride parade ran as scheduled on Sunday, October 4, 2009. There were a record number of entries and spectators along the route.
American Airlines was also this years official airline for the Texas Freedom Parade on September 20, 2009. The parade kicked off at 2 p.m. It ran through the Cedar Springs entertainment district and ended in Lee Park, with more than 40,000 spectators in attendance. American was honored to be recognized for the best corporate float among more than 100 entries, including businesses and organizations
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Dallas Voice Anniversary: Our Hometown Pride and "Voice" for a Quarter Century
Many of us at American Airlines are understandably proud to call Dallas/Fort Worth our Home. This is largely due to the dedication of community leaders, LGBT and straight allies, who believe in inclusion, fairness and respect.
We are even luckier to be supported by our friends and business leaders at the Dallas Voice (www.dallasvoice.com) who have celebrated, reported and served our needs for 25 years. Its no wonder that we have so much in common, especially with Voice publisher Robert Moore, who loves the joy of aviation. Robert maintains his hard earned certification as a private pilot. To Robert and all our friends at the Dallas Voice – we toast your successes and the friendships we have savored over the years.
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SPOTLIGHT ON THE COMMUNITY
This spotlight focuses on our valued community partners every month – the nonprofit leaders that work every day to make all of our lives better.
The Center's 38th Anniversary Gala:
October 24, 2009
The Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Center urges all of us to get ready for an evening of humor and to honor American Airlines continuing support of the LGBT community. Late-night television show host and comedian Chelsea Handler (Chelsea Lately) will host the Centers 38th Anniversary Gala and Auction on Saturday, October 24 at the glamorous Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel. American Airlines will be presented with their Corporate Vision Award, which thrills every on of us.
With honorees like Wanda Sykes (The New Adventures of Old Christine, IMA BE ME) and Clinton Leupp, aka Miss Coco Peru (trick, Girls Will Be Girls) also bringing the funny, this years gala will be a memorable occasion. There will also be a special performance by Amber Riley, who plays Mercedes Jones on the hit television series, Glee.
One of the premier events for the LGBT community in Los Angeles will begin with a chic cocktail reception at 6 p.m. and a dazzling silent auction featuring unique items, experiences and travel packages, followed by a night of fine dining and fabulous entertainment.
Why not join some of Los Angeles most respected leaders in the civic, corporate, entertainment and philanthropic communities to fete the Center and to honor the contributions of those who have made such a difference in our community? Proceeds from the Anniversary Gala help fund the vital programs and services of the L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center. To get more information, please click here.
The Center provides a broad array of services for the LGBT community, welcoming nearly a quarter-million client visits among the communitys ethnically diverse youth and adults each year. American is sincerely honored to be recognized at this years event and to support the Center as a Gold sponsor. The L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center's Business ExtrAA code is # 538388.
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The 2009 NGLCC National Dinner: November 6, 2009
 Theres always something exciting and historic to do in our Nationals capital. The National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) will again host a spectacular and unique event in November. The event brings LGBT business owners, corporate allies, local chamber leaders, government officials and community leaders together at the 2009 National Dinner to celebrate business courage and activism.
The 2009 NGLCC National Dinner will take place on Friday, November 6, 2009, starting at 6 p.m. at the stately National Building Museum. NGLCC will shine its spotlight on the individuals, companies and organizations best known for their exemplary work in and for the LGBT business community. To purchase tickets or for more information, please visit www.nglcc.org.
American Airlines is very proud to be a Vice President Level Sponsor of the event, and will present the winner of the NGLCC/American Airlines ExtrAA Mile Award to be announced that evening.
Fall is great time to visit Washington, DC, and experience this great event. To book your flight, visit us at aa.com/rainbow. Help support NLGCC and use this Business ExtrAA code # 766298 when you book your next flights.
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