The 2013 deadline to nominate individuals, friends of the community and organizations for induction into the Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame has been extended to Monday, Aug. 12.
Nomination forms can be downloaded or printed from the Hall of Fame's website ( www.GLHallofFame.org ) or requested by calling 312-401-8893 and leaving a mailing address.
Completed nominations should be sent to:
The Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame
3712 North Broadway, Unit 637
Chicago, Illinois 60613-4235
The 2013 Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame induction ceremony and reception are scheduled for November 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Chicago History Museum. The ceremony is open to all at no cost.
The Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame's featured sponsors for the 2013 season include Phil Hannema, Rick Aguilar Studios, BBJ Linen, Center on Halsted, Chicago History Museum, Grab Magazine, Hall's Rental, House of Blues, Chuck Hyde, International Mr. Leather, J&L Catering, Michael A. Leppen, Miller Lite, Napleton's Northwestern Chrysler Jeep Dodge, Sarah (Frey) Rose, Sidetrack, Supergurl Images, Richard M. Uyvari and Joe La Pat, Waveland Bowl, and Windy City Times (list still in formation).
The Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame is privately funded through generous donations from individuals, businesses, organizations, and fundraisers such as the annual Pride and Joy Reception and the annual Celebrity Bowl. Staff support is provided by Friends of the Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame and volunteers. Chicago is the only known municipality that so honors its gay and lesbian residents. The Hall of Fame not only pays tribute to individuals and organizations but also documents the communities' heritage and diversity through its annual ceremony, its annual publication, and its site on the World Wide Web ( www.GLHallofFame.org ).
For more information, call Israel Wright at 312-401-8893.