Three Years Strong...
Where has the time gone? Three years ago we opened WOOF'S...touting it as Madison's premier gay sports bar—we've lived up to our mission, met our goals and exceeded our expectations. We've come a long way and you've been there with us and for us! We've sponsored close to a dozen different teams over the years; from bowling and volleyball, to darts, rugby, softball and bicycle factions—each with the main focus on inclusive community, sportsmanship, acceptance and fun! Through these teams we've been able to raise and donate over $100,000 to local charities and community organizations including the AIDS Network, American Cancer Association, GSA for Safe Schools, Perfect Harmony Men's Choir, Outreach and the New Harvest Foundation to name a few.
We've seen new faces, reconnected with old friends and greeted visitors from the US, Europe and beyond. We've made many friends and have sadly lost some too—yet one thing prevails, the community that is WOOF'S continues to grow and be enriched by the simple premise that it is not only okay to be who and what you are but to express and embrace it with a passion that can be seen, felt and heard as well. Our monthly theme parties, held on the third Saturday of each month, have become notorious, attracting a diverse crowd of locals and visitors full of energy and exuberance previously unseen here in Madison...you are the party! We simply provide the environment, energy and inspiration. Moving forward we're excited by the installation of PUMP—Milwaukee's own DJ John Murges who'll continue to turn these parties into legends!
With Pride 2011 on the horizon, we've got events and activities planned that will have you marching, dancing, strutting, sailing and carrying on like, well...like it's 2011! Watch for details to be a part of WOOF'S at Milwaukee Pridefest in June and then get ready for WOOF'S Pride here in Madison in August! Our Spit-n-Seamen boat ride continues to sell out weeks before the event—don't miss it—Friday Night August 19th, 10:30 p.m.! Saturday August 20th will show you a party like you've never seen before!
Our themed events, including our Haunted Forest Hay Ride, Pumpkin Carving Contest, Santa Saturday, as well as the notorious Christmas Eve Buffet and New Years Eve White Party have established WOOF'S as the place to celebrate.
If you haven't been in for a while you've missed our new video wall, Dog Den/Nasty Pig Boutique and lounge areas, not to mention added seating and new layout making it easy to meet old friends or find new ones! With that we'll leave you enriched, empowered and energized for yet another great year ahead... WOOF! |
