Velvet Drinks Party For Gay London Professionals (GLP) February

Venue:: The Arts Club, 40 Dover Street, Mayfair, London W1S 4NP (7-12pm) and, by special arrangement, continue the evening on by collecting one of the 30 Guest Passes for yourself and your guests for complimentary admission to Shadow Lounge, 5 Brewer Street, Soho, London W1 (9pm-4am) Europe’s No: 1 gay members club.

After an excellent December drinks party we are looking forward to our February drinks party.

Come and join us for complimentary wine for guests who arrive between 7-8pm

We will be holding our February Drinks Party “THE PIANO LOUNGE AND THE DOVER BAR". At this stunning Private Members Club, well known for its fine paintings, impressive collection of books and comfortable furnishings.

Christian will be playing for us at our February Drinks Party and will be signing copies of his CD “ Teardrop Rain”. Christian Casher is know as Rain. His recently released CD is know as “Teardrop Rain” as the piano pieces are so emotionally moving they have been know to move audiences to tears.

He started playing for the Suzuki Institute at the age of 3 and composed his first song “Night Fog” when he was 5. Christian has performed at live concerts in high profile cities in America and Japan and his music has been described as “ a gentle tornado that blows away any negativity that has accumulated through your life, and you relax and let your soul be cleansed.”...more...

Get in the New Year Spirit by entering our LUCKY DRAW and win one of the tickets to attend the Circa-Club Private Screening of “MILK” at “The Hospital” (Private Members Club with a Screening Room in WC2) on Thursday 12 Feb, 7pm start.

From the acclaimed director Gus Van Sant (Good Will Hunting and Elephant) comes the powerful and inspiring story of California's first openly gay elected official, Harvey Milk. With a powerhouse performance in the leading role, Sean Penn (Mystic River) and supporting cast Emile Hirsch (Into the Wild), Josh Brolin (No Country for Old Men) and James Franco (Spider-Man 1, 2 and 3) bring this unforgettable story to the big screen.

MILK - IN CINEMAS JANUARY 23. www.milkmovie.co.uk
© 2009 Momentum Pictures. All Rights Reserved

Should you wish to have a snack a number of Platters are available including an Oriental Platter ( £8). Should you wish to have supper in The Dover Bar from the Bistro Menu you can make a reservation through Jean Francois Dor on 020 7499 8581.

Christian Casher is know as Rain. His recently released CD is know as “Teardrop Rain” as the piano pieces are so emotionally moving they have been know to move audiences to tears.

Christian will be playing for us at our February Drinks Party and will be signing copies of his CD “ Teardrop Rain”.

He started playing for the Suzuki Institute at the age of 3 and composed his first song “Night Fog” when he was 5. Christian has performed at live concerts in high profile cities in America and Japan and his music has been described as “ a gentle tornado that blows away any negativity that has accumulated through your life, and you relax and let your soul be cleansed.”

The Arts Club was founded in 1863 for those connected with the Arts and Members have included: Dickens, Mark Twain, Anthony Trollope and the creator of Count Dracula, musicians such as Jules Benedict and Charles Halle and actors such as Sir Henry Irving. If you would like to enquire about membership to The Arts Club in Mayfair please call Jean-François Dor on 07831 782200.

Enter our LUCKY DRAW for "Tulip" a stunning photograph on canvas. Just pop your business card in the hat on the night. Everyone has an equal chance of winning !! - the painting will be on view and available for collection on the night.

Curtis your Host and Co-Hosts – Jean Francois, Patricia, Ian, Alastair and Jason will be meeting and greeting.

Our members and guests are all ages and professions, a great place to network, flirt and make new friends. There is no entrance charge for yourself or your guests and the drinks prices are very reasonable. This is a Lesbian and Gay event. Members of our 'brother' club, Circa-Club (The Club for Gay Professional Men), have also been invited.

Time: 7pm to 12pm

Drinks: Join us for a Glass of Wine with our compliments for all guests who arrive between 7-8pm.

Dress: Smart casual

Capacity:300

Tube Access: Green Park is on the Jubilee, Piccadilly and Victoria Lines. From the station, walk along Piccadilly towards Piccadilly Circus, turn left into Dover Street. The Arts Club is approximately 100 yards on the left hand side.

RSVP: To attend, email Susie with your name, Velvet Screen Name and the names of up to 3 guests.