Welcome to VELVET-CLUB the club that enables members to connect with 1,000’s of lesbians around the world – at home, in the office, on their travels!! Link up with new friends, increase your business contacts or find the perfect partner and much, much more!!

The Arts Club Garden and Terrace will be exclusively ours for the night, is softly lit and provides a warm and convivial atmosphere and leads through to the Conservatory, which, as the name suggests is light and airy and perfect for supper overlooking the secluded and attractive courtyard garden.
So come and join us for complimentary wine (for members and guests who arrive between 7-8pm) at The Arts Club. A Special Supper Menu will be available to members and their guests.

So chat, flirt or talk shop its up to you. Our members and guests are all ages and professions. There is NO admission charge and the drinks prices are very reasonable.

Enter our LUCKY DRAW for “SEE THE LIGHT” a superb oil painting on canvas (24”x20”) and by special arrangement, continue the evening on by collecting one of the 30 Guest Passes for you and your guests for complimentary admission to Shadow Lounge, 5 Brewer Street, Soho, London W1 (before 11pm) Europe’s No 1 gay members club.

Tracy your Host and Co-Hosts – Jean-Francois and Alastair will be meeting and greeting, so there will be no excuse for you to be shy !!

Guest List places are limited to 150 members and their guests. Click here for more details and to RSVP and add your name and the names of up to 3 guests to the June Guest List please email Susie at susie@velvet-club.com.

The Arts Club, 40 Dover Street, Mayfair, London W1S 4NP

HAVE YOUR SAY

Chat and exchange ideas with other members... start your own topics in sections such as “Let Us Entertain You”. One of our favourite threads is: Anagrams of Everyday Phrases and Words

Cosmetic surgery: Yes, I correct mugs."
Public Relations: Crap, built on lies
Board meeting : "I get bored, man."
Eleven plus two - Twelve plus one
The Morse code - Here come dots
Snooze alarms - Alas! No more Zs
A decimal point - I'm a dot in place

You speak, we listen - you ask, we act. Other sections include: Social Networking, Lifestyle, M2M Advice, Have Your Say, Business Network, Thought for The Day …more

Their lifelong struggle and dedication to the cause of gay rights is recognised and respected by lesbians all over the world which si reglected in this quote “ It is with deep and heartfelt thanks to Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon, and women like them, that the lesbians of today are no longer seen as criminals or mentally ill. They were persecuted and harrassed during the early years of the battle, but they can look at the world today and be proud of what has been accomplished. They laid the groundwork for us and we will always be in debt to them." Lyon and Martin's openly gay partnership of over 50 years is also an inspiration for gay women. more

Planning your next trip ? Once all important decision has been made, make our Travel Lounge your first stop ..click here helpful information, including weather forecasts, a currency converter, phrase translator, a list of international holidays and festivals and much much more. Looking for a new friend, or even a holiday romance at your destination? No need to wait until you arrive - get the holiday started early, and visit Meet U There … let VELVET members know where you plan to be and when!

SHOPPING MALL

We have found some great online merchants for you to link to, quickly and easily, specialising in all those essential items – fashion, gifts, gadgets, health and beauty products. Not forgetting scented candles for pampering and de-stressing yourself! Browse our categories and read the descriptions to see what you feel like today... click here!

All Member Profile Searches give top listing to Member Profiles that include a main photograph. Photographs that are 400x400 pixels or 64 kb can be accommodated. Should you wish to have a modesty flash across your face for privacy then please email your photograph with your Screen Name to photos@velvet-club.com and we will do this for you. Photographs will maximise your chances to connect with other members. Please note that Gallery Search is a search by main photograph only, so if you do not upload a photograph you will not be able to be included.

MEMBERS NOTICE BOARD

35 years after Britains first ever Gay Pride march, Pride London has confirmed that the 2007 parade will return to Oxford Street again after the success of last years event.
Last year crowds of over 500,000 packed the streets of London to watch the spectacular parade of celebrities, floats, and performers celebrating Europe’s largest gay and lesbian festival.
This years confirmed route will once again include West Ends world renowned Oxford Street and Regent Street, and take in iconic landmarks including Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Piccadilly, and Houses of Parliament.
Chair of Pride London Paul Birrell said, “The Pride Parade is one of the highlights of capitals cultural calendar. It is a unique celebration of diversity that is enjoyed by everyone”. more

Please help raise money for Stonewall whenever you search the web. Just go to http://www.everyclick.com/uk/circauklimited and search as you normally would. You will be raising money for Stonewall with every search. It does not cost you or Stonewall any money - so it is a great way to help Stonewall everyday.
“Everyclick.com is a simple and highly effective way for Velvet-Club members and visitors to raise money for Stonewall as we search the web” Patricia Madden, Velvet-Club.
“We’re delighted that Velvet-Club and everyclick.com are supporting us in this way. The money raised will help our campaigning work, such as our Education for All program to tackle the homophobic bullying that is endemic in our schools” - Ben Summerskill, Chief Executive, Stonewall
Everyclick.com is the fastest growing search engine in the UK and one of the busiest charity websites - go give it a try! http://www.everyclick.com/uk/circauklimited

Delighted to say that Mark will be taking all our photographs. Mark Weeks creates beautiful images for corporate and creative purposes. Mark’s simple and clean style, coupled with his background in business as well as his penchant for portraying real people and products in cheeky situations, separates him from the pack.

Mark Weeks’ whimsical style and eye for beauty are a natural fit for creating images of people that are used for advertising and editorial purposes. Frequently combining the absurd with skilled lighting and execution, Mark Weeks Photography creates beautiful photos that bring on a smile. Mark’s experience in the world of business also provides insight into company dynamics and creates a comfort level for corporate clients. To see Mark’s work visit his Website: www.markweeksphotography.com