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Dinah Shore Makes a Splash
2007-04-18
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Thousands of lesbians descended upon Palm Springs, Calif., for Dinah Shore Week 2007. Parties included the TGIF Pool Party, the PURE White Party and the 'Splash Dance' Pool Party. #4 Xena's Renee O'Connor, Club Skirts founder Mariah Hanson, India Arie and Jackie Warner (left to right). Image courtesy of Indie PR
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On March 28-April 1, thousands of lesbians descended upon Palm Springs, Calif., for Dinah Shore Week 2007. And, befitting such a wild and fun event, there were several parties that took place, such as the TGIF Pool Party, the PURE White Party and the 'Splash Dance' Pool Party. Among the celebrities who appeared and/or performed were Carmen Electra, Xena's Lucy Lawless and India.Arie. Photos by Darlene/Photo Graphics
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