2015-04 EGN by Erie Gay News

April 2015 - Issue 233 October 2003

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Candidate Forum on April 16

from NW PA Pride Alliance NW PA Pride Alliance Inc and the Mental Health Association of Northwestern PA will be co-sponsoring a spring candidate forum at the Mental Health Association at 1101 Peach St, Erie PA on Thursday, April 16, 2015 at 6:30 pm. Doors open at 5:30. Parking available on street and in Toni & Guy parking lot. Candidates for Erie City Council and Erie County Council will be invited. Candidates will be asked questions by a moderator and attendees are encouraged to provide questions for the moderator. The event provides constituents the opportunity to meet local politicians and to hear their views on topics concerning the LGBTQ, mental health, and Erie city and county communities as a whole. Light refreshments will be provided and the event is free and open to the public. If you are unable to attend, all candidates will be mailed a list of questions by the NW PA Pride Alliance and their answers will be published in the Erie Gay News, also available at www.eriegaynews.com and on www.nwpapride.org.

Presbyterians approve marriage equality

from More Light Presbterians Presbyterians on March 17 approved marriages for same-sex couples in the first-ever nationwide, grassroots vote on marriage equality by a faith tradition. The Presbyterian Church, USA now holds that marriage is between “two persons” rather than “a man and a woman.” Last summer, the PC(USA) governing body voted by a 71% vote to change the description of marriage, from between “a man and a woman” to “two persons.” However, the amendment required 51% of the 171 regional bodies called presbyteries to affirm the change. That threshold was crossed as 86 presbyteries voted yes. The tipping point vote was cast by Palisades Presbytery. The voting will continue through June until

Season Crannell and son John at the “GEAE Gives Back” event benefitting the Mental Health Association of NWPA on March 21. More photos on our website. Photo by Mike Mahler every presbytery meets. In February, representatives from the Presbytery of Lake Erie congregations voted to endorse the amendment . For more information visit www.mlp.org

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by NW PA Pride Alliance As the Northwest PA (NW PA) Pride Alliance begins its fifth year, we are delighted to see how much we have grown. The support of individuals and organizations in our community has been the catalyst for furthering the Alliance’s mission: Improving the visibility of the LGBTQIA community and facilitating communication and collaboration between groups and (continued on page 3)

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Candidate Forum on April 16...........................1 Presbyterians approve marriage equality.........1 Become a Pride Donor!....................................1 Crime Victim Center Speaker Series Feat. NHL Star Theo Fleury .......................................3 Drenched Fur’s 11th Year Approaches.............4 Calendar............................................................6 Online Contests................................................11

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Community News individuals. We are asking for your support in 2015. Donors like you make it possible for the Alliance to organize, sponsor, and/or host events such as the Pride March/Rally, Candidate Forums, and the Pride Picnic. The Alliance also participates in various community events to promote awareness of LGBTQIA issues, and supports the efforts and activities of other groups dedicated to the health and wellbeing of the LGBTQIA community. To maximize the impact of your contribution and be included on the T-shirt and other promotional materials, please have donations in by Saturday, April 25th. Have checks payable to NW PA Pride Alliance, Inc., or include retail value of any non-monetary donations. Contact Michael Mahler at president@nwpapride.org or (814) 456-9833 for additional info. Please see the NW PA Pride or Erie Gay News web site for full details. Thank you very much for your consideration.

Crime Victim Center Speaker Series Feat. NHL Star Theo Fleury

from Crime Victim Center of Erie County On April 23, 2015, Crime Victim Center of Erie County will host our third annual speaker series featuring former NHL Star Theo Fleury as the keynote speaker at the Bayfront Convention Center at 6:30 p.m. Mr. Fleury will share his story of overcoming child abuse to become a hockey superstar and will help us educate the public on the services we provide to our community. Awareness and prevention education are the focus this year and we hope the public will walk away with a grasp of the impact that prevention can have in our community. Free and Open to the Public Visit www.cvcerie.org/

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Drenched Fur’s 11th Year Approaches by Gary Snyder Drenched Fur is celebrating its 11th year with a fun filled ‘Pop Goes the 80s’ theme weekend for the broader bear community from Erie, PA and beyond. Over 200 bears, cubs, and admirers will be attending Drenched Fur 11 the weekend of April 9-12. We invite you to join us for some rad times! On Friday night, April 10, join us at The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, for a TRON: GLOW party. As part of the 80s themed weekend, come show off your favorite glow items and apparel for hours of fun dancing to the retro music starting at 11 PM with cover charge at the door. Guests are welcome to support this year’s charity, Erie’s own Community Health Net by making a $1 donation and putting their name on display around the bar. And of course, the reason for the weekend is the exclusive ‘after hours’ event at the Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park Resort on Saturday April 11. The private event is from 10 PM until 2 AM, and the ad-

mission is just $40 per person. If local guys wish to participate in the Splash Lagoon private event, simply come to the lobby of the Splash Lagoon water park between 10pm and 11:30pm. Payment for admission can be cash or Mastercard/Visa credit/debit cards. The Splash Lagoon event is sponsored by Drenched Fur 11 and is part of Erie’s Bear Run Weekend. Visitors from across the nation will be enjoying the weekend’s activities listed at the Drenched Fur website, including various daytime tours, a charity auction, vendor market, and more! Commemorative DF11 embroidered beach towels are also available to order in advance for $25. There is a 21 and over age limit because of the presence of alcohol for events at the Clarion Hotel and Bel-Aire Conference Center. If you have questions, please contact the DF11 Run Coordinator, Gary at gnsnyder@drenchedfur.com or leave a message at 814-446-2327. For more about Drenched Fur 11 visit www.drenchedfur.com.

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Calendar Detailed calendar listings in our online calendar www.eriegaynews.com

Mar 27-Apr 19 - “See Alice Run” All An Act Theatre Productions www.allanact.net Mar 27-Apr 11 “BUA Takes 10: GLBT Short Plays 2015” www.buffalobua.org Mar 28 (Sat) - TransFamily of Erie Support Group meets (Mental Health Assoc. of NW PA, 1101 Peach St, Erie, PA) 2-5 PM. Support group dedicated to providing safe, supportive space for transgender, gender non-conforming, gender-questioning, and intersex people and their loved ones in Erie Co. region. Contact: Caitlyn Strohmeyer. (814) 823-1969. caitlyn_xpress@ verizon.net. www.facebook.com/TransfamilyOfErie. Mar 28 (Sat) - Dreams of Hope Absolute Motown Annual Fundraiser www.dreamsofhope.org. Mar 28 (Sat) - Erie Sisters meets (Unitarian-Univ ersalist Congregation of Erie, 7180 Perry Hwy, Erie, PA) 7 PM. Erie Sisters is a local transgender support

group that provides support and encouragement for both MTF and FTM transgender individuals. Followed by dinner at a local restaurant and dancing at The Zone Dance Club. (440) 265-8191. shub1@suite224. net. eriesisters.ning.com/ Mar 28 (Sat) - Drag Show with Jade Night (M & J’s Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA) (724) 602-8447 www.facebook.com/MandJsLounge. Mar 31 (Tue) - Butler LGBTQ Interfaith Network meets (Covenant Presbyterian Church, 230 E Jefferson St, Butler PA, PA) 1 PM. (724) 287-7731. www. facebook.com/ButlerLgbtqInterfaithNetwork. Apr 1 (Wed) - LBT Women go to Film at the Erie Art Museum (Erie Art Museum, 411 State St, Erie, PA) Doors open 6 PM, Film at 7 PM. Admission is $5. Apr 3 (Fri) - G2H2 (Gay Guy/Gal Happy Hour) Out of Hibernation / Spring Has Sprung Event (Gigliotti’s, 1325 State St, Erie, PA) 6 PM - 8 PM. Facebook: G2H2/ERIE Apr 3 (Fri) - Zone Diva Drag Show (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA) www.facebook.com/

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Calendar TheZoneDanceClub. Apr 3 (Fri) - Adult Easter Egg Hunt (M & J’s Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA) www.facebook. com/MandJsLounge. Apr 4 (Sat) - Easter Bunny at the Lounge (M & J’s Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA) www.facebook. com/MandJsLounge. Apr 5 (Sun) - PFLAG Butler meeting canceled due to Easter Next meeting will be May 3. (724) 290-9674 president@pflagbutler.com. www.pflagbutler.com/. Apr 8(Wed) - Theology on Tap meets (Molly Brannigans, 506 State St, Erie, PA) 7 PM. Check website or FB page for dates, times and locations as we’re in the process of making some changes. Info: www. thetableerie.com www.facebook.com/thetableerie 814-724-9775 pastrixjodi@gmail.com. Apr 8 (Wed) - J-Pride - LGBT Social Group meets (Mental Health Assoc. in Chautauqua Co., 31 Water St. Ste 7, Jamestown, NY) 6 PM. Drive into the big parking lot at the Gateway Center and drive to back of the building to the smaller rear parking lot. You’ll

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Calendar see a bright light over door 14. Enter there. Contact: Steven Michael Cobb. (716) 661-9044. Apr 8 (Wed) - LBT Women go to Film at the Erie Art Museum (Erie Art Museum, 411 State St, Erie, PA) Doors open 6 PM, Film at 7 PM. Admission is $5. Apr 9-12 - DF11 Drenched Fur www.drenchedfur. Apr 10 (Fri) - TRON: GLOW Party/Bear Bar Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA) 11 PM. Part of Drenched Fur 11 80’s themed weekend. Guests are welcome to support this year’s charity, Erie’s own Community Health Net by making a $1 donation and putting their name on display around the bar. Contact: Gary Snyder. (814) 446-2327. www.drenchedfur.com. Apr 10 (Fri) - Open Mic Night (M & J’s Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA) www.facebook.com/ MandJsLounge. Apr 11 (Sat) - Drenched Fur Exclusive After Hours Splash Lagoon Event (Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park, 8091 Peach St. Erie, PA) 10PM - 2AM. Private event, $40 per person. If local guys wish to participate in the Splash Lagoon private event, come to the lobby of Splash Lagoon between 10pm and 11:30pm. Payment for admission can be cash or Mastercard/Visa credit/debit cards. Splash Lagoon event sponsored by Drenched Fur 11 and is part of Erie’s Bear Run Weekend. Contact: Gary Snyder. (814) 446-2327. info@ drenchedfur.com. www.drenchedfur.com. Apr 11 (Sat) - Charade Game (M & J’s Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA) BYOB. (724) 602-8447 www. facebook.com/MandJsLounge. Apr 11 (Sat) - Veronyca’s Showgirls People’s Choice Awards (Speed Trap Restaurant, 543 Spittler Lane, Limestone, NY) 10 PM. $6 cover. Apr 11-12 North Coast Men’s Chorus: “Deliciously

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Calendar Wicked” www.ncmchorus.org/ Apr 12 (Sun) - LBT Women meets (Brew Ha Ha at the Colony, 2612 W 8th St, Erie, PA) Contact: Kim Conti. (814) 314-9512.www. ErieBeans@aol.com. https:www.facebook.com/LBTWOMENOFERIE. www. https:www.facebook.com/brewhahaerie. Apr 13 (Mon) - Deadline for Erie Gay News May 2015 print edition (Erie Gay News, 1115 W 7th St, Erie, PA) Complete list of upcoming deadlines and release dates at print edition schedule at www.eriegaynews. com/printedition/deadlineschedule.php. Contact: Michael Mahler. (814) 456-9833. info@eriegaynews. com. www.eriegaynews.com. Apr 13 (Mon) - PFLAG Erie/Crawford County meets (Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Erie, 7180 Perry Hwy, Erie PA) 7 PM. Support group for parents, friends and families of gay, lesbian and transgendered people. Also meets 4th Tues. of the month at 7 PM at Stone United Methodist Church, 956 S. Main St. Meadville, PA. Contact: Alex Sphon. (814) 3673311. pflag.erie.crawford@gmail.com. www.facebook.

com/pages/PFLAG-Erie-Crawford-Counties/1. Apr 14 (Tue) - Youngstown PFLAG meets (St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave, Youngstown, OH)6:30pm. www.youngstownpflag.org Apr 15 (Wed) - LBT Women go to Film at the Erie Art Museum (Erie Art Museum, 411 State St, Erie, PA) Doors open 6 PM, Film at 7 PM. Admission is $5. Apr 15 (Wed) - GEAE Celebrate Night (Calamari’s Squid Row, 1317 State St, Erie, PA) 7 PM. In 2015, the Greater Erie Alliance for Equality (GEAE) is hosting four GEAE Celebrate nights at Calamari’s Squid Row, honoring LGBT Icons and Allies of Erie. The first GEAE Celebrate Night is April 15 at 7:00pm. We will be honoring Michael Mahler for his many years of LGBT activism. Appetizers provided and cash bar available. (866) 229-1974. GEAEinfo@gmail.com. greatereriealliance.com/. Apr 16 (Thu) - Primary Candidate Forum (Mental Health Assoc. of NWPA 1101 Peach St, Erie, PA) 6:30 PM. NW PA Pride Alliance Inc and the Mental Health Association of Northwestern PA will be

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Calendar co-sponsoring a Spring candidate forum. Doors open 5:30. Candidates for Erie City and Erie County councils will be invited. Light refreshments provided, event is free and open to the public. Contact: Michael Mahler. (814) 456-9833. mmahler@nwpapride.org. www.nwpapride.org. Apr 17 (Fri) - Wild Hair Night (M & J’s Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA) www.facebook.com/ MandJsLounge. Apr 18 (Sat) - LBT Women go to Yahn Planetarium (Penn State Behrend, 5103 Station Rd, Erie, PA) 1 PM. Cost $5. Show at 1p.m. Meet at entrance at 12:30 p.m. Contact: Kim (814) 314-9512. ErieBeans@aol.com. https://www.facebook.com/LBTWOMENOFERIE. Apr 18 (Sat) - In-door Badminton (M & J’s Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA) www.facebook.com/ MandJsLounge. Apr 19 (Sun) - FACE Drag Show - Drag Roulette (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA) 11 PM. (814) 452-0125. www.thezonedanceclub.com/. Apr 20 (Mon) - Bears Do Dinner (Like My Thai?, 827 State St, Erie, PA) 6:30 PM - 8 PM. Dinner is on your

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dinner at a local restaurant and dancing at The Zone Dance Club. (440) 265-8191. shub1@suite224.net. eriesisters.ning.com/ Apr 26 (Sun) - ACLU NWPA Annual Meeting (Erie, PA) Keynote speaker: Vic Walczak, ACLU PA Legal Director. “From Michael Brown to Marriage Equality: The Civil Liberties Landscape in 2015” To RSVP, text or call 814-881-3788 with your name and phone number. You will receive a confirmation with full meeting details. (814) 881-3788. northwestchapter@ aclupa.org. www.aclupa.org/chapters/northwestpa/. Apr 26 (Sun) - Marriage in All 50 Candlelight Vigil (Erie Federal Courthouse, 17 S Park Row, Erie, PA) 7 - 8 PM. Sponsored by Pennsylvania Equality Project. On Tuesday, April 28, 2015, the US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments from the marriage equality cases from the 6th US Circuit Court of Appeals. We want to show the Court that the people are ready for marriage equality. info@paequality.org. www.paequality.org/. Apr 27 (Mon) - Camp Davis Opens to the public (Camp Davis, 311 Redbrush Rd, Boyers, PA) . (724) 637-2402. www.campdaviscampground.com. Apr 28 (Tue) - PFLAG Meeting in Meadville (Stone United Methodist Church, 956 S Main St, Meadville, PA) 7 PM. The meeting is co-sponsored by Stone United Methodist Church and Unitarian Universalist Church of Meadville. Info: (814) 724-6736 or sroncola@allegheny.edu (Stone UMC) or Rev. Carmen Emerson (814-724-4023 ext. 302, revcme@gmail.com (UU Meadville.). www.facebook.com/pages/PFLAGErie-Crawford-Counties/. May 1-3 - Jones Pond - Opening Weekend 9835 Old State Rd Angelica NY www.jonespond.com May 3 (Sun) - LBT Women meets - NOTE DATE CHANGE! (Brew Ha Ha at the Colony, 2612 W 8th St, Erie, PA) 12 PM. Contact: Kim (814) 314-9512. ErieBeans@aol.com. May 3 (Sun) - PFLAG Butler meets (Covenant Presbyterian Church, 230 E Jefferson, Butler PA) 5 PM. www.pflagbutler.com/. May 15-17 Imperial Court of Buffalo Coronation 2015 - 25th Anniversary www.imperialcourtofbuffalo.com Jun 6 - Erie Pride Picnic Rotary Pavilion, Presque Isle State Park. © 2015 EGN

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