vinvac
Well-known member
It was my priviledge and honor to be invited this weekend to a very special event in Chicago. The new Center on Halsted was dedicated to the community. The Center on Halsted is dedicated to serving Chicago's gay, lesbian, bisexual and trangender community. (LGTB)
VCCC webmaster and club member Fred Nelson helped to play an important role in making all of this happen. He was very much unaware that he would be honored at this event. Fred's partner Edward S. Gould also played an important role by leaving a charitable trust fund to help makes this vision happen. Fred's partner passed on November 8, 1996, but Fred has in many ways helped to make this dream become a reality.
Fred arranged to have a limo pick us up and take us to the event. I had no idea how moving this would be. It still brings tears to my eyes when I hear all of the wonderful things about the center and those that made this dream come to life. There was not a dry eye at our table as a video was played talking about the accomplishments of Ed and as friends of Fred spoke of his unending efforts and behind the scenes work to help Chicago's LGTB community.
Fred, I can not Thank You enough for inviting me and letting me be a part of this special event. Your generousity is overwhelming....
Members of the VCCC and AW that were able to attend were Charlie W., Tanyia v, Greg N, Jeff P., Mike B, Terry L, and new VCCC club member Mike Buffington and then share in some great vacuum fun for the rest of the weekend. Gregg Nunn was able to help Jeff Parker move some vintage washing machines and to help with the set up of those machines. I had to leave early for another committment, but I am sure they are all down stairs having fun with vacuums.
I am posting some pictures of Friday nights event. First picture is Fred receiving a gift from the folks at the Center On Halsted. Again Fred, Thanks for your wonderful gift of Friendship and your desire to see this world and your community become a better place.
Morgan
VCCC webmaster and club member Fred Nelson helped to play an important role in making all of this happen. He was very much unaware that he would be honored at this event. Fred's partner Edward S. Gould also played an important role by leaving a charitable trust fund to help makes this vision happen. Fred's partner passed on November 8, 1996, but Fred has in many ways helped to make this dream become a reality.
Fred arranged to have a limo pick us up and take us to the event. I had no idea how moving this would be. It still brings tears to my eyes when I hear all of the wonderful things about the center and those that made this dream come to life. There was not a dry eye at our table as a video was played talking about the accomplishments of Ed and as friends of Fred spoke of his unending efforts and behind the scenes work to help Chicago's LGTB community.
Fred, I can not Thank You enough for inviting me and letting me be a part of this special event. Your generousity is overwhelming....
Members of the VCCC and AW that were able to attend were Charlie W., Tanyia v, Greg N, Jeff P., Mike B, Terry L, and new VCCC club member Mike Buffington and then share in some great vacuum fun for the rest of the weekend. Gregg Nunn was able to help Jeff Parker move some vintage washing machines and to help with the set up of those machines. I had to leave early for another committment, but I am sure they are all down stairs having fun with vacuums.
I am posting some pictures of Friday nights event. First picture is Fred receiving a gift from the folks at the Center On Halsted. Again Fred, Thanks for your wonderful gift of Friendship and your desire to see this world and your community become a better place.
Morgan
