Thu, February 2 2012
Media Contact
Cindi Creager, Director of Communications & Marketing
(212) 620-7310, ccreager@gaycenter.org
Center Authors and Second Tuesday (on a Wednesday!) Series Present Gay Men Don't Get Fat by Author Simon Doonan
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On Wednesday, February 15th, Center Authors and Second Tuesday present the witty, clever, and talented Simon Doonan, who will present and read from his new book of essays, Gay Men Don't Get Fat. A fashionista and trusted adviser, Doonan can tell a story like no one else, moving you from outright laughter to a little tear in the corner of your eye. In his new book, Doonan talks about himself (and his designer hubby, Jonathan Adler) with honesty and hilarity; offering wisdom, advice, and inspiration beyond the same old diet and exercise tips. He uses his own life experiences and insights to show us all how we can make every day a memorable event. Gay Men Don't Get Fat continues Doonan's tradition of linked stories and essays, this time to give away all the best gay secrets we use to stay svelte, fabulously accessorized, and beautifully decorated. |
"Simon Doonan is one funny gay nugget." "If I were really short, gay, and way funnier than I am now, I would try to pass myself off as Simon Doonan." "The most un-tragic book about being gay ever written." "Blisteringly funny... [Doonan] dishes on everything from the sartorial to the sensationalist." |
More About Simon Doonan
Originally from England, Simon Doonan worked for Savile Row before becoming the creative director for Barneys New York, where he designed legendary window displays for more than twenty years. Formerly a columnist for The New York Observer, he is now a contributor to Slate.com. He has appeared on Gossip Girl, Iron Chef America, and America's Next Top Model. He is the author of several books, including "Wacky Chicks," "Confessions of a Window Dresser," and "Beautiful People," which was adapted for television in the UK. Doonan lives in New York with his husband, Jonathan Adler. "Dining with Mr. Doonan is like lunching with the "Jersey Shore"-era grandnephew of Oscar Wilde... There are times when his thoughts on the sexual orientation of food can be unexpectedly eye-opening." This presentation is part of the Second Tuesday Lecture Series but will be held on a very special Wednesday, the day after Valentines Day. |
WHAT |
Center Authors and Second Tuesday Present: Gay Men Don't Get Fat by Simon Doonan |
WHEN |
Wednesday, February 15 PM, 6:30 PM - 8 PM |
WHERE |
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center 208 West 13th Street New York City |
CONTACT |
Press hould RSP to: Cindi Creager, Director or Communications & Marketing (646) 358-1703, ccreager@gaycenter.org and Adrian Ogle, Cultural Programs Coordinator, (646) 358-1751, aogle@gaycenter.org |
More About Second Tuesday
Second Tuesday Lecture Series is the oldest cultural program of the LGBT Center. Since 1985, more than 140 speakers have made presentations in the arts, academia, and politics. Speakers representing every major cultural award, including the Pulitzer Prize, the Grammy Award, the Academy Award (The Oscars), Broadway's Tony Awards, the Lambda Literary Award, and the National Book Award, as well as the UK Booker Literary Award, have made presentations. Through this program, Larry Kramer spoke about the plight of the AIDS Crisis in March 1987, thus beginning ACT-UP, the largest direct action AIDS organization in the world.
About the Center
A beacon of hope for 29 years, the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center builds and supports our community through arts and culture, wellness and recovery, family services and life-saving youth programs designed to foster healthy development in a safe, affirming environment. The Center envisions a world where LGBT people will no longer face discrimination or isolation because of who we are or who we love. We offer a welcoming home to 300,000 visitors each year and we are committed to serving all LGBT people through a variety of programs, services and activities that are designed to meet existing and emerging needs.The Center is many things to many people. We invite you to experience our home at 208 West 13th Street in person and online at gaycenter.org
