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LGBTQIA+ History Exhibits at Blasco Library in August

By Michael Mahler The local LGBTQIA+ History Project, recently displayed at 419 Artifacts, as well as The Long Road to LGBT Equality in PA, a touring project by the LGBT Center in Harrisburg, will both be on display at Blasco Public Library, 160 E Front St, Erie PA for the month of August. The exhibits will be on the first floor, near the circulation desk.

Erie Pride Picnic on Aug 10 from NW PA Pride Alliance

This event is free and open to the public, so bring your buns down to the beach and see what’s cooking! The Northwest Pennsylvania Pride Alliance, inc. would like to invite you to join us for the 27th Annual Erie Pride Picnic on Saturday, August 10th at the Rotary Pavilion at Presque Isle (near Beach 7) from 1 to 6 PM. Hot dogs, meatballs, potatoes, soft drinks, water and table settings are provided. Please bring a side dish,

dessert, or salad to share. Food will be served from 2 to 4 PM. Note that state law does not permit alcohol in the park and we respectfully ask that you abide by rules the good folks at Presque Isle State Park have set for everyone’s safety. Be sure to check in at the registration table when you arrive. We will be taking the annual Family Portrait around 4:30 PM right before the raffle, and there will also be roving photographers. If you prefer to not be included in photos, put a red dot on your name badge. If your group or organization would like to set up an info table, please let us know by July 31st. There is no charge for an info table, but vending at the park is not permitted. If you can bring your own table, that is very much appreciated, but not required. As always, there will be a collection taken for Second Harvest Food Bank of NW PA (non-perishables, Please and Thank You). Family Friendly and open to those of all ages. The picnic area and Beach 7 area are accessible. Info (814) 314-9075 or email president@ nwpapride.org nwpapride.org

In This Issue...

LGBTQIA+ History Exhibits at Blasco Library in August....................................................1 Erie Pride Picnic on Aug 10..............................1 Pride Day at Waldameer Aug 11.......................4 Rebecca Mae Crowned Miss Erie 2019; Lifetime Achievement Award for Michelle Michaels.....................................................5 Erie VA Medical Center LGBT+ Pride Event on June 25...................................................5 2019 Pridefest Again Sets Record.....................6 Calendar............................................................8 Social & support groups...................................11

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Community News Pride Day at Waldameer Aug 11 from NW PA Pride Alliance

We had so much fun last year, we’re doing it again! End your Pride picnic Weekend with unlimited rides and slides at Pride Day at Waldameer at a discounted price of $29 (normal price $41.50) To join us on Sunday August 11 for some family fun at one of Erie’s favorite summertime spots, you just need to: 1. Use the handy ticket link to get your discounted day passes to the main park and newly expanded water park. (You can also reserve your passes with us at Erie Pride Picnic, August 10 at the Rotary Pavilion at Presque Isle). 2. Then just stop by our reserved pavilion, Coaster 2, to pick up your passes. (Tickets must be picked up by 4pm day of the event) 3. Enjoy your day in the park with friends and family! The Main park will be open from 12 noon until

10 P.M. that day and Water World will be open from 11 A.M until 7 P.M., so bring your suits and towels and get ready to get wet! We’ve reserved Coaster 2 Pavilion this year; so you’re welcome to take a break from the fun to relax in the shade and eat or use the grills there to cook up something tasty. Please note that Waldameer & Water World are cashless so all purchases inside the park require a Credit/ Debit or Wally Card which can be purchased at the park or ahead of time on their website. In the interest of everyone enjoying the day, we’d like to ask everyone to please abide by the rules the good folks at Waldameer Park & Water World have established for everyone’s safety, a complete list of the parks guidelines is available at waldameer.com You attend at your own risk, NWPA Pride Alliance Inc. assumes no responsibility for personal belongings you leave at our reserved pavilion and you are responsible for your own child care. Info nwpapride.org

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Community News Rebecca Mae Crowned Miss Erie 2019; Lifetime Achievement Award for Michelle Michaels from NW PA Pride Alliance

On Friday, June 21, NW PA Pride Alliance sponsored the 2019 Miss Erie Pageant at The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. Rebecca Mae was crowned Miss Erie 2019, and Alysin Wonderland was First Runner Up. Other performers at the pageant were Rhiannon Angelina, Valerie Valentino, Misty Michaels Kall, Lovin Heart, Danyel Vasquez, Veronica Lace, Michelle Michaels, and Buffy Lynn Hayes. Additionally Michelle Michaels was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award for 25 years of fabulousness. Also, NW PA Pride Alliance is pleased to announce that going forward, the winner of the talent portion of the pageant will receive the Michelle Michaels Talent Award.

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Erie VA Medical Center LGBT+ Pride Event on June 25

by Mike Mahler On Tuesday, June 25, The Erie VA Medical Center hosted an LGBT+ Pride Event. All Veterans, their families and the community were invited to attend in the second floor conference rooms of the main facility located at 135 E 38th St., Erie, PA. The event celebrated the achievements of LGBT+ Veterans and their perseverance that led to the ability for Veterans to openly serve! There was a brief program that included very moving presentations by LGBT veterans Beth and Frank, which was followed by a resource fair of both VA and local programs/organizations. For more information and photos of event, see the online version of this article at eriegaynews.com DEADLINE for next issue of EGN Aug 12

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2019 Pridefest Again Sets Record from NW PA Pride Alliance

NW PA Pride Alliance held a very successful Pridefest on Saturday, June 29. It is estimated that at least 2,500 people attended the event, an all-time record for a local Pride event, and even larger than the record set last year. The Pride Parade stepped off from the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St. Parade units were NW PA Pride Alliance, Erie Insurance, TransFamily of NWPA Transgender Support Group, Greater Erie Alliance for Equality (GEAE), Erie Regional GSA, LBT Women, Pennsylvania Equality Project, Wabtec, Community United Church, Wayside Presbyterian Church, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Eerie Roller Girls, Erie Playhouse, Erie County Democratic Party, Wolf/Fetterman for PA and other elected officials, Keystone Progress Erie, Erie Education Association-EEA, Erie Otters, First Spiritualist Church of Erie, Highmark, Planned Parenthood Pennsylvania Advocates, T-Mobile, Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Erie, Erie Bayhawks, Star 104, and Rebecca Mae. There were at least 700 people that were in the parade, surpassing last year’s record. Mayor Joe Schember and several of his staff marched at the front of the parade. Speakers at Pridefest included City Councilmember Liz Allen and City of Erie Mayor Joe Schember. PA Commissioners Ciora Thomas, Jason Landau Goodman, Tyler Titus and Michael Mahler read and presented a proclamation from Gov Thomas Wold. Performers included Michelle Michaels (co-host), Misty Michaels Kall, Alysin Wonderland, Miss Erie 2019 Rebecca Mae, Jill Jamison, King Maximo, Snarebear, and Priscilla Godzilla. The City of Erie again flew a rainbow flag and lit up the fountain in Perry Square East with rainbow colors. Over 100 Pride flags were flown in the City of Erie for Pride month, thanks to the efforts of Steve Huefner of GEAE. Info tables and vendors included SafeNet Center, Adagio Health, American Civil Liberties Union of PA Northwest Chapter and NW PA NOW, Community United Church, Crime Victim Center of Erie County, Damsel In Defense, Drenched Fur, Eerie Roller Girls, Erie County Democratic Party LGBTQIA+ Caucus and Erie County Democratic Party, Erie LGBTQIA+ History Project, Erie Regional GSA, Families United Network, Inc., First Spiritualist Church of Erie, Greater Erie Alliance for Equality (GEAE), Human Rights Campaign (HRC), Industrial Row, Lake Erie Counseling Associates,

LBT Women, LECOM Allies, Mental Health Association of Northwestern Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Equality Project, Pennsylvania Youth Congress, PNC Bank, Self Advocates United as 1, Inc., T-Mobile, Temple Anshe Hesed, TransFamily of NWPA Transgender Support Group, UPMC Hamot, US Census Bureau, Whispering Lake Grove419 Artifacts, Bold and Elegant Jewelry, Chalk It Up!, Dee Fish, Dragonfly Lake Scents, Dragons Union Jewelry, Elite Jewelry By Jasmine, Gardens of Eternity, LuLaRoe by Anita, Sugar T’s Smell Goods, The Cookielady, Three 22 Fragrances, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, Dobbin’s Dogs, Fat Boys Phillys food truck, Kona Ice of Erie, Shawarma Station, Signature Concessions, SorcERIE Food Truck, Andora’s Bubble Tea Shop, Butch Hulings Memorial Scholarship, E3 Youth Lgbtqa Summit, Erie County United, Erie County Young Dems, Erie Homes for Children and Adults (EHCA), Erie Playhouse, Erie Sisters & Brothers Transgender Support Group, Erie VA Medical Center and Erie Vet Center, Jonas Photography, Raiden Kubiak, Safe Harbor Behavioral Health of UPMC Hamot, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Sundae Vegan Bakery, and Wayside Presbyterian Church. Additionally, Erie County Department of Health and NW PA Rural AIDS Alliance tested 31 people for HIV and syphilis, an all-time record. Pride was also bigger and better this year, with additional tables being setup in Perry Square East. Pride events would not be possible without the support of NW PA Pride Alliance’s generous donors: Erie Insurance, Erie County Department of Health (ECDH), NWPA Tobacco Control Program, UPMC Hamot, Erie Gay News, Hospice of Metropolitan Erie, Lion’s Den Adult Super Store, Northwest Pennsylvania AIDS Alliance, SafeNet Center, Greater Erie Alliance for Equality (GEAE), Lake Erie Counseling Associates, Mooney’s Bakery, and UPMC for You, Pride was also made possible by NW PA Pride Alliance’s board and the help of many including Brenda and Macy’s staff, Doug Anderson, Johauna, Audrey, Julie, Amber, Sean, and David.

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Calendar

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

Jul 26 (Fri) - SafeNet’s 7th Annual Garden Party “Classic Hollywood: The Golden Era” “Food,

drinks, music, and fun in SafeNet’s beautiful Big Backyard Children’s Garden. Supports SafeNet’s Children’s Programming.” safeneterie.org

Jul 26 (Fri) - Drag Show (M & J’s Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA 1) FB: M&J’s Lounge Jul 27 (Sat) - “Orange is the New Black” Season 7 Jul 27 (Sat) - 90s Dance Party (Sneakers 100 Harrison St Jamestown NY) 9PM FB: Sneakers Bar Jul 27 & 30 - “Rocketman” (1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia NY) fredopera.org Jul 27 (Sat) - Pride Youth Theater Alliance Celebration (Bricolage Production Company, 937 Liberty Ave 1st FL, Pittsburgh, PA) 7:30 PM. dreamsofhope.org. Jul 28 (Sun) - Rebecca Mae’s July Drag Brunch (Bourbon Barrel, 1213 State St. , Erie PA) 11 AM-2:30 PM FB: Rebecca Mae’s Drag Brunch Aug 2 (Fri) - “Dear White People” Vol. 3 Netflix FB:

Dear White People - Show #DearWhitePeople Aug 2 - 4 (Fri - Sun) - Mardi Gras Weekend (Jones Pond, 9835 Old State Rd, Angelica, NY ) jonespond. com. Aug 2 (Fri) - G2H2/Erie (The Cove, 2 State St.,Erie PA) 6-8 PM FB: G2H2/Erie Aug 2 (Fri) - Pool Tournament (M & J’s Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA) “We are a members-only BYOB establishment. We have a yearly membership of $5.There is a cover charge of $5.” FB: M&J’s Lounge Aug 3 (Sat) - Eerie Roller Girls Home Bout with NARD (Bayfront Convention Center, 1 Sassafras Pier, Erie, PA) “First whistle at 7:30, After party at The Cove Restaurant. Presale tickets $10 from your favorite Roller Girl, or in Brown Paper Tickets.$12 at door, or $10 if you bring a nonperishable donation to Second Harvest Food Bank of NW PA” FB: Eerie Roller Girls Aug 4 (Sun) - Whispering Lake Grove Lughnassadh (Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Erie, 7180 Perry Hwy, Erie, PA)Ritual 6pm, community potluck after. Contact: Rev. Christopher Temple. (814) 7201560. senior.druid@wlg-adf.org. wlg-adf.org/

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Calendar Aug 5 - 9 (Mon - Fri) - Vacation Week (Jones Pond, 9835 Old State Rd, Angelica, NY ) jonespond.com. Aug 9 (Fri) - Welcome Reception for PA Commission on LGBTQ Affairs and Mayor’s LGBTQ Adivisory County (Room 33 Speakeasy, 1033 State St, Erie PA) 5-7 PM. Hosted by GEAE. Open to all. Cash Bar Aug 9 (Fri) - “GLOW” Netflix #glow Aug 9 - 11 (Fri - Sun) - Survivor Weekend & Jones Pond’s Got Talent ((Jones Pond, 9835 Old State Rd, Angelica, NY ) jonespond.com. Aug 9 (Fri) - Veronyca’s Showgirls presents Puttin on the Ritz fundraiser for COLORS (Allegany American Legion, 4350 NY-417, Allegany, NY) 10PM. colorsunity.com. $6 cover. FB: VeronycasShowgirls/. Aug 10 (Sat) - 27th Annual Erie Pride Picnic Presented by Erie Insurance (Presque Isle State Park, Rotary Pavilion Erie, PA) 1 PM - 6 PM. Contact: Alex Sphon. nwpapride.org. Aug 11 (Sun) - Pride Day at Waldameer (Waldameer, Coaster 2 Pavilion, Erie, PA) 11 AM - 10 PM. Unlimited rides and slides at a discounted price of $29. (normal price $41.50)” nwpapride.org.

Aug 12 (Mon) – Deadline for Erie Gay News Sept. ber 2019 print edition eriegaynews.com. Aug 13 (Tue) - Bears Do Dinner #74 (Lavery Brewing Company, 128 W 12th St, Erie, PA) 6:30 PM. Join the Bears for a casual dinner of food and conversation! Dinner is on your own. Contact: Peter. (814) 384-9785. FB: Bears Do Dinner - Erie, PA Aug 16 (Fri) - Erie All-Stars Present Queen at Celebrate Erie 8PM FB: Erie All Stars Aug 16 (Fri) - Shaving Cream Party (M & J’s Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA) FB: M&J’s Lounge Aug 16 (Fri) - 5th Annual Mark Pacheco Wow Fund Lip Sync Battle (Herman Kent Celoron Legion Post 777 26 Jackson Ave, Jamestown, NY) 7PM-2AM Presale $/10 door. Info/reserve call Marcos 716-951-6118. Benefits Resource Center (resourcecenter.org) FB: 5th Annual Mark Pacheco Wow Fund Lip Sync Battle Aug 16 - 18 (Fri - Sun) - Leather Weekend - Mr. Jones Pond Leather Contest (Jones Pond, 9835 Old State Rd, Angelica, NY ) jonespond.com. Aug 18 (Sun) - Michelle Michaels presents FACE Drag Show (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie,

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Calendar PA) 9 PM. FB: The Zone Aug 20 (Tue) – Erie Gay News folding/distribution work party (Lake Erie Counseling Associates, 301 W 10th St,, Erie, PA) 7PM. Contact: Mike (814) 4569833. Venue (814) 455-4009. info@eriegaynews.com Aug 20 (Tue) - Painting With Pride (Dramashop, 1001 State S. 2nd Floor, Erie, PA) 7 PM. Presented by NWPA Pride Alliance, Inc. and Dramashop 21+. Tickets are $35, which includes all painting supplies, are available at the online version of this article or the Facebook event page and MUST be purchased prior to 12:01am on 8/15/2019. “bring your own drinks and snacks”. (limited selection of non-alcoholic drinks available for purchase). Only night of. Only cash. $5 each. Details. nwpapride.org. FB: Painting With Pride Aug 21 (Wed) - Greater Erie Alliance for Equality presents Speakeasy Sing-Along Part 2 (Room 33, 1033 State St, Erie, PA) 5-8PM “This time it’s more than just show tunes (but there will always be show tunes).” Details greatereriealliance.com Aug 23 - 25 (Fri - Sun) - Summer Beach Party (Jones Pond, 9835 Old State Rd, Angelica, NY) jonespond.

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com. Aug 23 (Fri) - “Vita & Virginia” national release (Aug. 30 VOD) #VitaAndVirginia ifcfilms.com Aug 23 (Fri) - Boxers Night (M & J’s Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA) FB: M&J’s Lounge Aug 24 (Sat) - “Revival, A Southern Gothic Gospel Cabaret” (Schuster Theatre, 620 Sassafras St., Erie, PA) 8 PM. “First-hand unpacking of Bobby’s Texas upbringing, experience with conversion therapy, and the music of the church that raised him. Blends honest storytelling with dynamic music. ” FB: Gannon University’s Schuster Theatre (814) 871-7494 Aug 24 (Sat) - Melissa Etheridge and Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo (Chautauqua Institution, Chautauqua, NY) 7:30 PM.Visit melissaetheridge.com. or chq.org Aug 25 (Sun) - Rt. Rev. V. Gene Robinson (Chautauqua Institution Amphitheatre, Chautauqua NY) 10:45am Admission to Grounds and Amphitheater is free on Sundays. Sunday Parking is free until 2 p.m. chq.org Aug 30 - Sep 2 (Fri - Mon) - Labor Day Weekend (Jones Pond, 9835 Old State Road, Angelica, NY) jonespond.com. Aug 30 (Fri) - Drag Show (M & J’s Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA) FB: M&J’s Lounge Sep 6 (Fri) - Moonlight on the Bay (Perry Monument at Presque Isle, Erie PA). Gala event benefits Crime Victim Center programs for children. cvcerie.org Sep 10 (Tue) - “Margaret Atwood: Live at Cinemas” (Cinemark 17, Erie PA) margaretatwood.ca cinemark. com Sep 27 (Fri) - “Judy” national release #JudyTheFilm

Upcoming Oct 18 (Fri) - David Sedaris (Mercyhurst University, Erie PA) miac.mercyhurst.edu Tickets 8/12 Camper Marshall

Nov 2 (Sat) - Rufus Wainwright (Mercyhurst University, Erie PA) miac.mercyhurst.edu Tickets 8/12

Elton John Farewell Tour comes to Cleveland Nov 11 (Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse), and PPG Paints in Pittsburgh Nov 13. eltonjohn.com

Watch now “Tales of the City” (1993) This earlier adaptation of Armistead Maupin’s novel (set in 1976-77) can be streamed on Netflix or Acorn TV “Janet King” is an Australian legal drama that streams on Acorn TV acorn.tv FB: TV Series Janet King

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Social & support groups ADDICTION & RECOVERY AA Meeting Live & Let Live LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting every Sun. 7PM, at Community United Church, 1011 W. 38th St., Erie, PA. aaeriepa.org. MISC. Aug 12 (Mon) – Erie Dems LGBTQIA+ Caucus meets (Erie Dems HQ, 1305 State St, Erie PA) 7 PM. (814) 456-9833. mmahler@eriedems.com. FB: Erie Dems LGBTQIA+ Caucus Aug 13 (Tue) – Youngstown PFLAG meets (St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave, Youngstown, OH ) 6:30 PM. youngstownpflag.org. Aug 20 (Tue) - Erie County HIV Task Force meets (Erie County Department of Health (ECDH), 606 W 2nd St, Erie, PA ) 1 PM. Contact: Laura Beckes. (814) 451-6786. Lbeckes@eriecountypa.gov. echiv.org ecdh.org SOCIAL Aug 20 (Tue) - Crawford Area LGBT+ meets (3rd Tues. 7 PM Unitarian Church of Meadville, 346 Chestnut St, Meadville PA. Contact: Randy. (814) 724-6736. crawfordarealgbt@gmail.com. LBT Women of Erie Various events and venues.: August’s meeting will be at the Pride Picnic. (814) 490-3994. ErieBeans@ yahoo.com. FB: LBT Women of Erie LGBT+ Erie County PA FB: LGBT+ Erie County, PA Southern Tier Queer Peers 31 Water St., Suite 7, Door 14, Jamestown NY “A wellness group for the LGBTQ+ community Tues. 5:30-7:30PM. ” Sheridan.smith@mhachautauqua.org 716-490-4438 SPIRITUALITY Community United Church 1011 West 38th St. Erie, PA Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Erie 7180 Perry Hwy Erie PA uuerie.org Welcoming congregation. Aug 13 (Tue) - Butler LGBTQ Interfaith Network meets (Covenant Presbyterian Church, 230 E Jefferson St, Butler PA, PA 16001) 1 PM. Email: butlerinterfaith@zoominternet.net. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/ButlerLgbtqInterfaithNetwork/. STUDENT & YOUTH LGBTQIA Support Group (Ashtabula County District Library, 4335 Park Ave, Ashtabula OH) Every Tuesday, 4-5 PM. shannan. farmer@cccohio.com Aug 20 (Tue) – LGBT Teen Support & P.E.A.R.S Teen DropIn Center (Full Spectrum, 5060 Youngstown Poland Rd, Youngstown, OH) 6 PM. FB: Full Spectrum Community Outreach Support Aug 25 (Sun) – Full Spectrum Sexuality Support (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 5060 Youngstown Poland Rd, Youngstown, OH) 3-5PM. Aug 25 (Sun) – Parents Who Are LGBTQIA+ Support Group meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 5060 Youngstown Poland Rd, Youngstown, OH) 6 PM – 8 PM. TRANS Aug 10 (Sat) – TransFamily of Meadville Transgender Support Group (CHAPS Building, 1st floor, 944 Liberty St., Meadville,

PA) 2-5 PM. Contact: Linda Thomas. imhzwoman4586@msn. com. (814) 232-1778 FB: Transfamily of NWPA. Aug 11 (Sun) – Full Spectrum Transgender Support Group meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 5060 Youngstown Poland Road, Youngstown, OH) 6 PM – 8 PM. Aug 12 (Mon) – TransFamily of Warren Transgender Support Group meets (Jefferson DeFrees Family Center – Hawke Room, 207 Second Ave., Warren, PA) 6- 8 PM. Contact: Kingsley Reese (814) 688-5574. kreeseamon@gmail.com. FB: Transfamily of NWPA. Aug 18 (Sun) – Parents and Partners of Gender Variant Individuals Support Group meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 5060 Youngstown Poland Rd, Youngstown, OH) 6 PM Aug 22 (Thu) - Transgender Support Group of Jamestown NY Meeting 4th Thursday of each month, 5pm, call for location. Also, every 2nd Thurs. of the month we get together for food and drink (venue changes). Text or call: Bethany (716) 499-4817 Hayley (814) 888-7525. FB: Transgender Support of Jamestown, NY Aug 24 (Sat) – TransFamily of NWPA (Erie) Transgender Support Group meets (Crime Victim Center of Erie County, 125 W 18th St, Erie, PA) 2 – 5 PM. Contact: Annie Rosenthal. FB: Transfamily of NWPA

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