A posse of handsome men posed in the streets, at festive tents local businesses gave out freebies, Music blared, and Political candidates strolled among voters seeking support.
Ah, I must have stumbled on the Castro Street Fair that rolls around about this time of the year.
Thousands spent a leisurely day gobbling up tasty food, slurping down thirst-quenching draft beer, and signing up for a myriad of contest give-a-ways for spas, all-expense-paid trips, you name it.
Mainstream entities - such as the New York Times, the San Francisco Chronicle, and Citibank - did not blush or bat-an-eye at the mostly-gay presence that spilled out for blocks in every direction in the Castro District.
At one booth, I tried my luck with a free spin, and came out on "top" with a cum towel.
It's always a joy to win a prize that is useful and practical, don't 'ya think?
Many of the local organizations that provide services in the community - pet rescue, shelter for homeless teens, and support for those afflicted with A.I.D.S. - turned out in full force to give away freebies, hand out informational pamphlets, and - of course - rustle up funds.
Monterey Bay Aquarium gave out free tickets at their booth at the turn-of-a-spin, a truck for Monster drinks purred curbside as employees passed out free samples, and there were free condoms and lube samples in abundance to snap up.
On a more serious note, Community patrols handed out whistles with flyers that read:
Blow for Safety!
Residents were being encouraged to carry whistles on their person and blow 'em at any
sign of danger (fag bashing on the street, for instance) or call 9-11 for help.
"As a community we take care of ourselves"
At one booth, I tried to toss a ring on a dildo, to scoop up a prize.
Darn!
I missed by a country mile.
"I'm so much better at landing the real thing," I joked to the gathering crowd.
Reps for two political candiates - Scott Weiner and Raphael Mandelman - were stumping for votes.
Actually, I managed to have a few words with Raphael about his platform, just after he graciously accepted a toke on a joke from a constituent.
Well, I hazard a guess he's for legalization of marijuana, eh?
Mandelman expressed his disdain for Meg Whitman when asked if he thought Jerry Brown had a good chance to win in the hotly-contested race for Governor.
When I asked him what was the main thrust of his political platform, he was pretty forthcoming.
"I'm for safety nets for people in these troubled times," he uttered up without hesitation, "And, for rent control."
The bald-headed candidate - who cut a fine swath in the heart of gay gulch - touted bike lanes, too.
"It's important for the environment."
At this juncture, I slipped away for a spot of a spot of ale on tap, and a scrumptious snack
But, not before noticing, that the locals were still streaming into the neighborhood - to make the most of - what turned out to be a perfect day.
'Til next year!
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