LHI’s 2013 Annual Gala & Fundraiser will be an evening of entertainment, laughter, dancing and celebration at the beautiful DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Downtown. Join us on Saturday, February 23, 2013 as we  celebrate the change and honor Maria Fernandez, Ph.D., Associate Director, Center for Health Promotion and Prevention Research, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, School of Public Health. The Gala also features entertainment from the hilarious, nationally known and iconic lesbian comedian, Kate Clinton. Enjoy our Silent Auction, Raffle of a 4-Day Carnival Western Caribbean  Cruise for 2*, plus 2 night stay at the Hotel Galvez & Spa, A Wyndham Grand Hotel, $500 Visa Gift Card and a Bon Voyage Basket , Dinner, all followed by a Dance Party!                 Raffle package, a $2,500  value!  Your support of this event will help ensure the continued growth of the only organization in Texas, and one of only three in the United States, with a focus on LGBT women’s health care - so we may continue to deliver equality, the most powerful prescription for a healthy community.  Gala Timeline:                                                                        6:00 to 7:00pm      VIP Reception**, Gala Reception, Auction & Photo7:00 to 8:15pm      Seated dining8:15 to 9:30pm      Honoree, comedian Kate Clinton and more...9:30pm-12:00am   Party and dance!  Gala attire:  Black-tieSponsor tables are reserved seating*  4-Day Carnival Cruise courtesy of and donated by Angie & Jim Schwartz of Windsor Travel**  must have Kate Clinton VIP Reception tickets to attend Visit EventBrite.com for pricing.