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Very Jolly Farmers indeed, in Paradise, Oxford.

Very Jolly Farmers indeed, in Paradise, Oxford.

Banburyshire Photos posted a photo:

Very Jolly Farmers indeed, in Paradise, Oxford.

This charming 17th century pub at the junction of Paradise Street and Paradise Square has long been Oxford’s gay pub, and apparently one of the oldest gay venues in the country.
It has retained its small low ceilinged rooms and cosy ambience and would not be out of place in any of the nearby market towns, although the clientele on Friday and Saturday nights might have a few traditionalists spluttering into their beer.

It is rather tucked away, like most gay pubs in the past, but it stands in a very historic area, just outside the original West Gate of the town and over-looked by Oxford Prison and Castle that once towered above it just across the street.

Paradise Street and Square have long been a misnomer, although the area has much improved of late. The St. Ebbes area of Oxford bore the worst of Victorian industrialisation and the enormous gas-works that lined both sides of the Thames lay just behind the pub. The area was redeveloped in the 60’s and 70’s, and the enormous Westgate shopping centre and its much loathed multi-story carpark virtually cut this area off from the nearby city centre. Now the Westgate has been redeveloped again, this time in a much more inclusive way to the neighbouring streets and the Jolly Farmers finds itself brought into the fold.

Very Jolly Farmers indeed, in Paradise, Oxford.

Sexy & Romantic Friday Fun at the Pearl!

Sexy & Romantic Friday Fun at the Pearl!

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Sexy & Romantic Friday Fun at the Pearl!

SECOND LIFE – A Path Out of the Closet…and ready for Valentine’s Day ♥

For transgender Ladies and Gentlemen, Second Live (secondlife.com) offers a world of opportunities to explore new worlds, both romantic and exotic, adventurous and relaxing, beautiful and mysterious.

But most importantly Second Life (SL) allows you to explore yourself – your heart, needs and desires – and to share your journey with thousands of other lovely people – both transgenders (TGs) and their friends and admirers.

Basic membership in SL is free. Create your account, your avatar, your wardrobe and begin exploring.

Searching for a friendly companion? Come to SL.

Searching for a shoulder to cry on? Come to SL.

Searching for virtual romance? Come to SL.

As in Real Life (RL), SL is not without perils. We are all avatars – we all create our perfect self-images, whether close to our real selves, or dreamboats.

But take a chance. Step into a world of endless virtual possibilities.

And if you do, please visit the White Pearl Salon (Search > Places > White Pearl Salon).
maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Hispaniola%20Bay/89/21/3500

Our calendar of exciting DJ dance and costume parties is at:
calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/embed?src=whitepearlcale…

Photo albums of past and future events are at www.flickr.com/photos/191000934@N06/albums

For TGs, their friends and all people, the Pearl is dedicated to the principles of respect, dignity, pride, beauty, charm and…. well…. the best time ever in a Virtual Environment. The Pearl is SL’s most “safe space” for TGs.

So take the next step and join Second Life (secondlife.com).

Celebrate the woman… or man… within.

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MOTOWN DANCE PARTY – Feb 16

MOTOWN DANCE PARTY – Feb 16

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MOTOWN DANCE PARTY - Feb 16

DEEEE-TROIT!

MOTOR CITY!

MO – as in “Motor” (the capital of the US auto industry in its day)

TOWN – as in “town”

1960s – 1970s

…and here’s a sweet taste…. www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXrP3wFfBrM

The MOST globally influential American pop music since Jazz in the 1920s!

So welcome to MOTOWN as the world-famous White Pearl Salon presents

MOTOWN DANCE PARTY

February 16 – ALL DAY

In the Grand Ballroom of The White Pearl Salon – maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Hispaniola%20Bay/89/21/3500

….with special shows (DJ Dance Parties)…. calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/embed?src=whitepearlcale…

Preferred dress:
Ladies: 1960-70’s mod, or sensually elegant gowns, cocktail dresses
Gentlemen: Suit or tux always appropriate…

Inspiration photos at our award winning ½ million views Flickr – www.flickr.com/photos/191000934@N06/albums

♥♥♥♥♥

All elegant, sophisticated, charming, and fun human avis are welcomed at the Pearl, Second Life’s only sophisticated, low-pressure, intimate and romantic club. And yes, we warmly welcome LGBT, Transgenders, and their Admirers.

Management reserves the right to excuse visitors not wishing to embrace the Pearl’s mission, decorum, or social graces.

www.flickr.com/photos/191000934@N06/51874133272/