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Created: October 07 2013

Marilyn Cale, Laurie Sallarulo and Ginny Fujino to take the stage during “Dinner with the Divas” at Lips to benefit Neighbors 4 Neighbors OAKLAND PARK, FL (October 7, 2013) – Lips, the ultimate in drag dining, will present its very own “Vegas” style drag show “Dinner with the Divas” to benefit Neighbors 4 Neighbors at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, November 13. This exclusive one-night fundraiser hosted by Diva will be a night of many stars with impersonations of Cher, Diana Ross, Tina Turner and Lady Gaga, plus the stage debut of Marilyn Cale, respected community advocate and philanthropist, Laurie Sallarulo, Chief Executive Officer at Leadership Broward Foundation, Inc. and Ginny Fujino, Owner of Blacktie-Southflorida.com as the new “Dames” of Lips.
 
In Lips’ fashion, “Dinner with the Divas” will deliver all the glitz and glam that people flock to see regularly. Attendees will go back in time and enjoy new experiences as the ladies of Lips present their diva inspired extravangza in support of children and families in need. The new “Dames” will add to the fabulosity with a reveal of their new stage look and an exciting performance.
 
“It’s great that we can once again present this entertaining night to benefit Neighbors 4 Neighbors,” said Jen Klaassens along with Michael Goodman, event co-chairs and Neighbors 4 Neighbors board members. “We are grateful to Lips for supporting our mission of Neighbors 4 Neighbors as we help to raise much needed funds for those in need.”
 
Guests of Lips’ “Dinner with the Divas” will enjoy the exclusive female impersonator show, a delicious three-course meal with two complimentary glasses of wine or Lips’ signature drinks for $50*. A limited number of VIP packages for $75* per person include premium seating for dinner and the show, plus a champagne reception with a meet and greet with the dynamic cast members of Lips.
 
“We are proud to give back to the community and especially to support the mission of Neighbors 4 Neighbors” said Yvonne Lamé, Lips founder and co-owner.  "Lips is the perfect celebration place and it gives us great pleasure to support this night of giving.”
 
Proceeds from ticket sales will directly benefit Neighbors 4 Neighbors. Neighbors 4 Neighbors was created in the aftermath of Hurricane Andrew, in partnership with WFOR Television (then WCIX).  N4N has connected those in need with those who can help for the past 20 years.  Using a combination of resource development, collaboration with service providers and the power of media, they empower our neighbors to use the talents, time and money they have to help others.  In the process, they find, as do others, that “Helping Feels Good.”
 
Guests of Lips always enjoy their favorite witty Mistress of Ceremonies such as Diva, Nicolette, Misty Eyes and Twat La Rouge. Lips’ cast of talented performers includes Alexis, April, Charity, Champagne, Charlize, Chocolata, Deja, Desiree, Franchesque, Martina, Nicole and Velvet, who light up any evening as they serve up delicious food and entertain with solo and group acts. A well-orchestrated show each night features a revue of past and present leading ladies of the entertainment world.
 
When it comes to dining, Lips is more drag-a-licious than ever before with its popular menu of drag queen-inspired delicious salads, appetizers, entrees and desserts. To
enhance the dining experience, Lips offers a full-bar serving its world famous frozen cosmos and other great specialty drinks.
 
The fun never ends at Lips, with sister locations in New York, San Diego and Atlanta, six nights a week from Tuesday through Sunday and every Sunday afternoon for Lips ever-popular Gospel Brunch. Friday nights there are two shows, while Saturday nights there are three with the ever-popular Taboo show at midnight. A show cover charge of $5 applies on most weekdays and $7 on weekends. Lips is located at 1421 East Oakland Park Blvd. in Oakland Park, about one-mile east of I-95.
 
To purchase tickets for Lips’ “Dinner with the Divas” to benefit Neighbors 4 Neighbors, please visit neighbors4neighbors.org or call 305-597-4404. *Price per person includes tax and gratuity.  For more information about Lips, visit www.lipsusa.com.