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As we dance, we are giving back to the Taskforce

by Jan Cline

Cleveland—Dancin' in the Streets will start thumping music next Sunday July 13 at 1:00 pm in on Mall B next to Public Hall in downtown Cleveland.

Each year that I've been involved in the planning of Dancin,' I've worked with some incredible volunteers dedicated to throwing the best outdoor summer dance party in the Midwest. It is the motivation of one of these committee members that compels me to write this. He came to one of our first meetings this year, sat in the back, and didn't say much. He told me the story behind his motivation to help:

"About this time last year, my best friend came out to me as HIV-positive, and he broke down and cried," this volunteer told me. "I cried

The Dancin' committee is especially proud of our entertainment line-up this year. Headlining the Dance Music Stage is Martha Wash, followed by Shannon, Sandy B, Pretty Poison, and DJs Dean Rufus from Cleveland and Chuck Arida from Detroit.

The Rock Stage will feature Pansy Division from San Francisco, Ivet from Young-

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with him for few minutes. Then I made a pact to support him in every way that he needed it. I made an appointment at the AIDS Taskforce for him, and we went together. The Taskforce was great, giving him all the information and contacts he needed. He's doing great now, and I want to help the Task force raise money so that they can help more people this year." This man had gotten something when he needed it, and now he wanted to give back. That's why we plan Dancin': to give back. That is why so many of you attend, why our generous sponsors underwrite some of our costs, and certainly why the entertainers donate their time: to give back. Thank you all for giving back.

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So join us this year at Dancin' in the Streets and give back as much as you can to our Taskforce. Dancin' is a great party, but remember that every person who attends the event-every volunteer, sponsor, vendor, and entertainer— helps to continue HIV prevention programs and services to people

with AIDS in our community.

When planning for Dancin,' please remember the following:

1. No bottles, cans, or coolers in the event. 2. No animals-none.

3. Bring your ID, you will be carded.

4. Bring a non-perishable food item for the food bank.

5. All proceeds will benefit the services and programs of the AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland.

6. Dance your ass off!

Jan Cline is a volunteer co-chair of Dancin' in the Streets.

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