Jazz, Puppies and Square Dancing at the 2001 Castro Street Fair

2001 Events: Castro Street Fair

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Doe See Doe yer pardner

There was a virtual cavalcade of "entertainment" at this year's Castro Street Fair. The queer folk dancer's booth was sort of deserted. When I asked where the dancers were, the lady pointed down the row at a little country and western booth further along the row. All the dancers had on similar ensembles, each representing a different colour of the rainbow. It was fun watching them dance, but it bored Puppy, so we didn't stay long.

Fascinating Rhythm

This was a jazz band that performed early on the main stage. I wish I knew who they were, they sounded really nice. Maybe a bit too mellow, to hang out just for that, but Puppy's new BF had to wait for his friends, so we loitered and listened. The next act was some rock and roll chick with really loud feedback and screeching guitars. It was so disturbing we had to leave that area of Market Street half way through her opening number...

Puppy found a friend

While we were waiting for his BF's buddies, Puppy found a friend of his own. Their were two little guys on long red leads. Their owner said they were a mix of about three things that I can't remember right now, but as you can see from these pix, they were so cute. Apparently they were a little tired and ready for a cuddle...

Green Folker
Circuit Queens follow their favourite DJs around and get together with their friends to dance in silly costumes. Ravers and Gavers do the same thing. Square dancers add a little twist, they don't dance to pre-recorded music. Instead, They follow their favourite callers around and get together with their friends to dance in silly costumes.