Urban Bear NYC

Urban Bear Weekend NYC May 12-15, 2011 www.urbanbearweekend.com Bear, in LGBT communities is a metaphorical reference to the animal of the same name with similar notable features. These features include the animal's hairiness, its solid proportions, and also its perceived masculine power. The bear is both large and powerful, and the reconciliation of these two qualities is at the heart of the Bear concept's appeal. Bears are typically very similar in appearance to the ideal of the North American lumberjack. Each year in May, NYC celebrates the diversity of our community with a weekend of events for Bears and their admirers throughout NYC ranging from dance parties, barbeques, arts & culture and more, culminating with an outdoor street festival in the heart of NYC's Meatpacking District. For more information, visit www.urbanbearweekend.com