Mar 1 - 31 (Fri - Sun) - Bisexual Health Awareness Month Bisexual Health Awareness Month is dedicated to raising awareness about the startling social, economic and health disparities facing the bi+ community. Browse to https://bihealthmonth.org/.

Mar 8 - 23 (Fri - Sat) - Long Day's Journey Into Night (PACA, 1505 State St, Erie, PA 16501) PACA is proud to present a once in a lifetime event. Eugene O'Neil's masterwork Long Day's Journey Into Night. This hard hitting drama, explores the relationships of the Tyrone family, over the course of one eventful day. This American classic is the winner of the Tony Award for Best Play and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1957. As well as the Tony for Best Revival in 2003 and 2016. This masterwork is very rarely performed, so don't miss this opportunity as this American classic is brought to life by some of Erie's best local actors. Featuring the talents of: Michael Burns* Lisa Simonian*Roland Robbinson*Luke Scribner*Gretchen Knapp Directed by J.D Mizikowski, assistant directions by Char Newport. Tickets available at https://www.paca1505.org/tickets or at the door cash or card. Email: paca1505@gmail.com. Browse to https://www.paca1505.org/.

Mar 15 - 24 (Fri - Sun) - Alice Through The Looking Glass (PACA, 1505 State St, Erie, PA 16501) Alice Through the Looking Glass is a completely original production based on the original story we all know and love, adapted by J.D. Mizikowski, with an original score by Erie native and friend of Footlights, Justin Moyer. Alice returns to Wonderland through a looking glass and embarks on another fantastical journey. This time, she encounters new friends and confronts greater challenges than her previous visit. The narrative unfolds in a whimsical and surreal fashion as Alice navigates through a series of peculiar scenarios, meeting eccentric characters like Tweedledum and Tweedledee, the White Queen, and the Red Queen. The story is characterized by its dreamlike atmosphere, wordplay, and imaginative settings, offering the audience a captivating continuation of Alice's adventures in the enchanting realm of Wonderland. Your journey will begin as you board the elevator destined for the fifth floor of the historic Mayer Building in Downtown Erie-a journey akin to stepping through the looking glass. The doors close, and the mundane world fades away, replaced by an enchanting atmosphere where the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary. As the elevator ascends, each floor traversed is a portal to a surreal realm, and upon reaching the fifth floor, you'll find yourself in a wonderland of unique experiences, where reality seamlessly blends with imagination, much like stepping through the fabled looking glass into a world of magic and marvels. Directed by: KC McCloskey Starring: Dustin Blount, Olivia Blount, Sam Brady, Ace Cortes, Aubree Dick, Laney Dolak, Josh Gardner, Lydia Haight, Naomi Heath, Olivia Kinnear, Piper Kutz, Addison Renne, Amelia Riemedio, Annalise Rodriguez, Aleena Salter, Alivia Salter, Willow Sullivan, Kingston Vahn, Alice White, Veronica Wolf. Email: paca1505@gmail.com. Browse to https://www.paca1505.org/.

Mar 19 (Tue) - Erie County HIV Task Force meets (Hybrid) (Erie County Department of Health (ECDH), 606 W 2nd St, Erie, PA 16507) 1 PM. The Erie County HIV Task Force is a collaboration of local organizations and individuals dedicated to educating, supporting, and advocating for people living with HIV/AIDS and preventing the spread of infection. Zoom Meeting ID: 927 9128 9996. Passcode: 940728 Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/92791289996?pwd=UVlySWxGV1N1YmRmdjRKcExXVEQrQT09 Contact: Gary Snyder. Phone: (814) 451-6700. Venue Phone: (814) 451-6700. Browse to https://echiv.org/. Browse to venue web site https://eriecountypa.gov/departments/health/.

Mar 19 (Tue) - LGBTQIA+ Recovery Support Group (UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor, 1330 W 26th St, Erie, PA) 5 PM - 6 PM. Our mission is to provide a supportive and empowering space for LGBTQIA+ individuals who are dealing with substance use disorders. We strive to create an inclusive, strengths-based community where participants can find understanding, acceptance, and inspiration to overcome any challenges they may be facing. Through support, education, and resources, we aim to foster personal growth, resilience, and long-term recovery. For more information about the LGBTQIA+ Recovery Support Group, please call 814-451-2246. Phone: (814) 459-9300.

Mar 19 (Tue) - Zone Tuesday Game Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Doors open at 8 PM. Bring your own game or use ours. (Must submit an ID for us to hold while game is in use.) Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 20 - 24 (Wed - Sun) - Fourteenth Annual Keystone Conference - A Celebration of Gender Diversity (Harrisburg Hilton Hotel, One North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101) TransCentralPA, Pennsylvania's largest and most impactful transgender organization, hosts this annual conference each year. As the keystone bridges and holds together associated entities, Trans-identifying people do the same, and the Keystone Conference is a celebration of the unique diversity of gender and our central and unifying place in society. Pennsylvania is known as the Keystone State because of its significance in unifying the early colonies, and it is quite relevant that we hold this conference here in the state’s capitol, ideally located within an easy drive from six major East Coast cities, with attendees coming from all over North, South and Central America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia Phone: (717) 831-8142. Venue Phone: (717) 233-6000. Email: info@transcentralpa.org. Browse to https://keystone-conference.org/. Browse to venue web site https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/mdthhhf-hilton-harrisburg.

Mar 20 (Wed) - National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day was first observed in 2007. This day is observed on the first day of Spring each year. #NNHAAD Browse to https://www.hiv.gov/events/awareness-days/native.

Mar 20 (Wed) - Bears Do Dinner #113 (Firestone's, 4823 Peach St, Erie, PA 16509) 6 PM. Join the Bears for a casual dinner of food and conversation! Dinner is on your own. Contact: Peter. Phone: (814) 384-9785. Venue Phone: (814) 864-5640. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/BearsDoDinnerEriePA/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1082788073014124. Browse to venue web site https://firestoneskitchen.com/.

Mar 20 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 21 (Thu) - Queer Open Mic (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 10 PM. Come hang out at our monthly open mics hosted by the awesome, talented, and slaying Gwen Elaine! FREE! BYOB (wrist bands provided for anyone with alcohol). if you want to register as a performer, email info@comptonstable.org Contact: Gwen Elaine. Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Mar 21 (Thu) - Lotz of Tea with Mona (Lotz of Tea) 7 PM. With co-host Large Marge. Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/LotzofTea.

Mar 21 (Thu) - Zone Flow Together (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove with Snarebear and Buffy Lynn Hayes. Learn to Poi dance with us! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 22 (Fri) - #NoFilter Fridays With Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 10:30 PM. Featuring Cherry Falwell, Anhedonia Delight & Katrina Twerk Island. Brace yourself, hunty! These queens are #unfiltered! Hosted by the one and only Rebecca Mae. Featuring Erie's top drag superstars as well as amazing out of town guests. Doors open at 8 pm. $5 cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/TheZoneDanceClub.

Mar 23 (Sat) - TransFamily of NWPA (Erie) Transgender Support Group meets (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 2 PM - 5 PM. Meetings are hosted at Compton's Table, 3401 State St, Erie PA. All current CDC, state, and local guidelines for meeting indoors will be observed. Meetings are always confidential and completely free. Venue Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/TransfamilyOfNWPA. Browse to venue web site https://comptonstable.org/.

Mar 23 (Sat) - Buffalo Gay Men's Chorus - Gay's At Shea's (Shea's Smith Theatre, 658 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14202) 7:30 PM. The Buffalo Gay Men's Chorus proudly presents their annual GALA Fundaraiser - On the Town: Gays at Sheas! A presentation of the individual talents of the members of the chorus. Your admission includes some nibbles from a local caterer. The evening will also include a silent auction. The Sheas Smith Theatre bar will be open as well - cash bar. Phone: (716) 883-1277. Venue Phone: (716) 847-1410. Email: office@TheBGMC.org. Browse to https://TheBGMC.org. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://a.purplepass.com/events/272719-gays-at-sheas---on-the-town-gala-mar-23rd-2024. Browse to venue web site https://www.sheas.org/smith-theatre/.

Mar 23 (Sat) - Veronyca's Showgirls - Diva's Birthday Drag Bash (Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge No. 119, 201 West State Street, Olean, NY 14760) 9 PM. Diva's Birthday Celebration Redo! $7 door/$5 COLOR/21+. Special guest - Sabrina Williams. Come on out to celebrate a drag icon's birthday! Special appearances from all over and a special guest from Buffalo, NY! Showtime 9 PM, doors open at 8 PM. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/VeronycasShowgirls/.

Mar 24 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 1603 W 32nd St, Erie, PA 16508) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting. Phone: (814) 844-2600. Venue Phone: (814) 864-6831. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/Mount-Calvary-Lutheran-Church-120337614645497/.

Mar 25 (Mon) - Zone Monday Night Karaoke with DJ Nitro (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM - 12 AM. Doors open 8 PM. No cover. 21 & over with state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 26 (Tue) - Erie Gay News folding/distribution work party (Lake Erie Counseling Associates, 1932 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16505) 7 PM. Help us get out the print edition of Erie Gay News. Volunteers are very much welcome and needed! You can also sign up for the Erie GLBT News and Events list at https://lists.eriegaynews.com/. Contact: Michael Mahler. Phone: (814) 456-9833. Venue Phone: (814) 455-4009. Email: info@eriegaynews.com. Browse to https://www.eriegaynews.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1102085120798627.

Mar 26 (Tue) - Zone Tuesday Game Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Doors open at 8 PM. Bring your own game or use ours. (Must submit an ID for us to hold while game is in use.) Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 27 (Wed) - NW PA Pride Alliance LGBTQIA and Allies Happy Hour (Julian's Bar & Grill, 299 Chestnut St, Meadville, PA 16335) 5:30 PM - 9 PM. Travis and Brett came up with the idea of having a monthly happy hour get together for the LGBT and allies community in Crawford County. ALL are WELCOME. This is a time to network and socialize with the LBGTQ community and allies in the Meadville area, make new friends and meet people you may not know. An RSVP would be appreciated by not necessary. All are welcome so please share and spread the word! Don't forget to bring your business cards for exchange. Phone: (814) 314-9075. Venue Phone: (814) 337-8513. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/Julians-Bar-Grill-1590463787848338/.

Mar 27 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 28 (Thu) - Teen Trans support group meets (G.A. Family Services, 210 Gustavus Ave, Jamestown, NY 14701) 5 PM. Contact: Kaden Mason. Phone: (716) 708-6161. Browse to http://gafamilyservices.org/.

Mar 28 (Thu) - Aging with Pride Social Hour (Habibi Mediterranean Cuisine, 127 W 14th St, Erie, PA 16565) 6 PM - 8 PM. Aging with Pride, an organization of senior LGBT+ members and allies, is hosting a social. This organization develops and sponsors social/recreational and educational events to promote healthy leisure activities, community and an active, enjoyable lifestyle. They are sponsoring this social hour (OK, social two hours) to interact with members of the community and to get a sense of the types of activities that are of interest to senior LGBT+ individuals. For more information about Aging with Pride, visit their website at AgingWithPrideErie.org, or email Dale Allgeier at DaleAllgeier@outlook.com. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 920-4756. Email: daleallgeier@outlook.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/263047740136374. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/HabibiErie/.

Mar 28 (Thu) - Mild to Wild Discussion Group (Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County, 31 Water Street Suite 7, Jamestown, NY 14701) 6 PM - 7:30 PM. Mild to Wild is a discussion group about sex and substance use designed for gay and bisexual men and folks of trans experience. Meets in person at MHA and also on Zoom. Phone: (716) 661-9044.

Mar 28 (Thu) - Zone Flow Together (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove with Snarebear and Buffy Lynn Hayes. Learn to Poi dance with us! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 29 (Fri) - #NoFilter Fridays With Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 10:30 PM. Featuring Tammy Joe Hammertoe, Shea D'Heaux and Danyel Vasquez. Brace yourself, hunty! These queens are #unfiltered! Hosted by the one and only Rebecca Mae. Featuring Erie's top drag superstars as well as amazing out of town guests. Doors open at 8 pm. $5 cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/TheZoneDanceClub.

Mar 31 (Sun) - International Transgender Day of Visibility The International TDoV is an annual holiday celebrated around the world. The day is dedicated to celebrating the accomplishments and victories of transgender & gender non-conforming people while raising awareness of the work that is still needed to save trans lives. The holiday was founded in 2009 as a reaction to the lack of LGBT holidays celebrating transgender people’s successes. Browse to http://tdov.org/.

Mar 31 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 1603 W 32nd St, Erie, PA 16508) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting. Phone: (814) 844-2600. Venue Phone: (814) 864-6831. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/Mount-Calvary-Lutheran-Church-120337614645497/.

Apr 1 (Mon) - Zone Monday Night Karaoke with DJ Nitro (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM - 12 AM. Doors open 8 PM. No cover. 21 & over with state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 2 (Tue) - LGBTQIA+ Recovery Support Group (UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor, 1330 W 26th St, Erie, PA) 5 PM - 6 PM. Our mission is to provide a supportive and empowering space for LGBTQIA+ individuals who are dealing with substance use disorders. We strive to create an inclusive, strengths-based community where participants can find understanding, acceptance, and inspiration to overcome any challenges they may be facing. Through support, education, and resources, we aim to foster personal growth, resilience, and long-term recovery. For more information about the LGBTQIA+ Recovery Support Group, please call 814-451-2246. Phone: (814) 459-9300.

Apr 2 (Tue) - Zone Tuesday Game Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Doors open at 8 PM. Bring your own game or use ours. (Must submit an ID for us to hold while game is in use.) Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 3 (Wed) - Erie's Queer Happy Hour (Oasis Pub, 3122 W Lake Rd, Erie, PA 16505) 6 PM - 9 PM. This event will be held in the backroom at Oasis. This event is open to everyone. However, those under 18 years of age will need a guardian to attend. In accordance with State law, only those 21+ can have alcoholic beverages. Contact: Alex Sphon. Phone: (814) 314-9075. Venue Phone: (814) 833-1212. Browse to http://www.nwpapride.org. Browse to venue web site https://oasispuberie.com/.

Apr 3 (Wed) - LGBTQ+ Drum Circle (St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 410 North Main Street, Jamestown, NY 14701) 7 PM - 8:30 PM. Come explore creative drumming, enjoy music in a playful atmosphere, and make connections with other LGBTQ+ members of the community! This group will foster joy and connection to yourself and with others in a safe, supportive environment. Facilitator Karen Hewes Suber (she/her) is a Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) with a passion for community music making and the "Aha!" moments it can bring. Sessions run approx. 1.5 hours. Monthly meetings on the first Wednesday @ 7 pm at St. Luke's in the Undercroft on 4th St. Hosted in cooperation with St. Luke's and MHA. Donations are welcome, and instruments are provided. Bringing your own instrument(s) is also welcomed! Phone: (716) 483-6405. Email: stlukes@stlukesjamestown.org. Browse to https://www.stlukesjamestown.org/.

Apr 3 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 4 (Thu) - Lotz of Tea with Mona (Lotz of Tea) 7 PM. With co-host Large Marge. Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/LotzofTea.

Apr 4 (Thu) - Zone Flow Together (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove with Snarebear and Buffy Lynn Hayes. Learn to Poi dance with us! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 5 (Fri) - G2H2 (Gay Guy/Gal Happy Hour) meets (Brewerie at Union Station, 123 W 14th St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM - 8 PM. Happy Hour! All Are WELCOME! Venue Phone: (814) 454-2200. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=54742829807. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1644183523020463. Browse to venue web site http://www.brewerie.com/.

Apr 6 (Sat) - International Asexuality Day International Asexuality Day is a coordinated worldwide campaign promoting the ace umbrella, including demisexual, grey-asexual and other ace identities. Browse to https://internationalasexualityday.org/en/.

Apr 6 (Sat) - Trans Day of Visibility (Perry Square, 6th and State Streets, Erie, PA 16507) 12 PM. Join TransFamily of NW PA on for Transgender Day of Visibility! We're celebrating trans lives, raising awareness about trans experiences, and building a community of powerful allies. We'll have speakers to promote understanding, connection, and support. Why it matters: TDOV is a chance to uplift trans voices and work towards a world where everyone, regardless of gender identity, has the right to live authentically and without fear. Contact: Raven Jane Cammarata. Browse to https://transfamilynwpa.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1620755898678753.

Apr 7 (Sun) - Aging with Pride planning meeting (Lake Erie Counseling Associates, 1932 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16505) 1 PM - 3 PM. Planning meetings are open to anyone interested in helping to plan activities for Aging with Pride. Meetings generally run for about 2 hours with coffee and light refreshments provided. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 455-4009. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/.

Apr 7 (Sun) - Full Spectrum LGBTQIA+ Youth Peer Support & Social Group meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 4 PM - 6 PM. Ages 14-17, under 14 with signed parental consent form. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Apr 7 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 1603 W 32nd St, Erie, PA 16508) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting. Phone: (814) 844-2600. Venue Phone: (814) 864-6831. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/Mount-Calvary-Lutheran-Church-120337614645497/.

Apr 8 (Mon) - Last Day to Register to Vote for Primary Election Primary Election is Tuesday, April 23. You must already be registered to vote to apply for an absentee or mail-in ballot. Browse to https://www.vote.pa.gov/Register-to-Vote/Pages/How-to-Register-to-Vote.aspx.

Apr 8 (Mon) - Erie County Democratic Party LGBTQIA+ Caucus meets via Zoom (Zoom) 7 PM. General meeting on Zoom. Voting members must be a registered Democrat living in Erie County. Straight/cisgender allies welcome! Contact Michael Mahler at (814) 456-9833 or mmahler@eriedems.com for Zoom meeting info. Contact: Michael Mahler. Phone: (814) 456-9833. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/ErieDemsLGBTQIA/.

Apr 8 (Mon) - Zone Monday Night Karaoke with DJ Nitro (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM - 12 AM. Doors open 8 PM. No cover. 21 & over with state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 9 (Tue) - PFLAG of Chautauqua meeting (Secret Undisclosed Location, 100 E 2nd St 2nd Floor, Jamestown, NY 14701) 6:30 PM. PFLAG of Chautauqua, a support group for allies, loved ones and the entire Queer community. Please visit our Facebook group, https://www.facebook.com/groups/594395124695283, or email PFLAGCHQ@GMAIL.COM or call (814) 313-4495 for details. Phone: (814) 313-4495. Venue Phone: (716) 846-1398. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/594395124695283. Browse to venue web site http://www.secretundisclosed.com/.

Apr 9 (Tue) - Youngstown PFLAG meets (St. John's Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave, Youngstown, OH 44503) 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. If you're GLBT, a parent of someone who is, or an ally and you're looking for emotional support, we encourage you to attend Youngstown PFLAG's monthly support group. You will be surrounded by understanding peers from the valley who will be able to listen and help. Support groups are open to the public, and it starts at 6:30pm. Light refreshments will be available. Browse to http://www.youngstownpflag.org/.

Apr 9 (Tue) - Zone Tuesday Game Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Doors open at 8 PM. Bring your own game or use ours. (Must submit an ID for us to hold while game is in use.) Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 10 (Wed) - National Youth HIV & AIDS Awareness Day NYHAAD educates the public about the impact of HIV/AIDS on youth and highlights the work youth do to strengthen the fight against the HIV/AIDS epidemic. #NYHAAD Advocates for Youth and its partners direct this observance. Browse to http://www.advocatesforyouth.org/.

Apr 10 (Wed) - Aging with Pride Game Night (Werner Books & Coffee, 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA 16508) 5 PM - 8 PM. Bring games and/or cards with you, or just come to play what others bring. Contact: Steve. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 864-1565. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. Browse to venue web site http://www.wernerbooks.com/.

Apr 10 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 11 (Thu) - Zone Flow Together (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove with Snarebear and Buffy Lynn Hayes. Learn to Poi dance with us! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 12 (Fri) - Day of Silence (Day of Silence) GLSEN's Day of Silence is a student-led national event organized in thousands of schools, bringing awareness to the silencing effects of anti-LGBTQ name-calling, bullying and harassment in schools. Students from middle school to college take a vow of silence in an effort to encourage schools and classmates to address the problem of anti-LGBTQ behavior by illustrating the silencing effect of bullying and harassment on LGBTQ students and those perceived to be LGBTQ. Browse to http://www.glsen.org/dayofsilence.

Apr 12 (Fri) - Pissi Gabune's Eclipse'd (Edinboro Hotel Bar, 100 Meadville St, Edinboro, PA 16412) 9:30 PM. Featuring Pissi Gabune, and debut performances by Aiysha Storm and Tom Foolery Doors open at 8:00 pm. Show at 9:30 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid ID. Phone: (814) 734-5103. Browse to http://edinborohotelbar.com/.

Apr 13 (Sat) - Rainbow Fest (Basement Transmissions, 145 W 11th St, Erie, PA 16501) 12 PM. Join us for a full day of entertainment from the area's most amazing community of LGBTQIA+ featured bands, artists, performers, and businesses! Be proud of who you are and celebrate it with like-minded individuals. All are welcome, anyone being hateful or making anyone uncomfortable will be removed! This event will have tons of live music, drag performances, food, speakers, vendors, and informational booths, and it offers many accommodations such as a sign language interpreter, a wheelchair-accessible venue, booth seating options, and extra security staff! Doors open at 11 AM. Email: Reachout@oddcityentertainment.org. Browse to https://oddcityentertainment.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/865152251533727. Browse to venue web site http://www.basementtransmissions.com/.

Apr 13 (Sat) - TransFamily of NWPA (Meadville) Transgender Support Group meets (Empowerment with Grace, 941 Federal Ct Ste 104, Meadville, PA 16335) 2 PM. For GPS use: the address is 296 Chestnut Street - it’s the old post office building. Our entrance is on the side of the building, off of Federal court (which is the smaller side street.) We are basically across the street from Julian’s. Contact: Raven Jane Cammarata. Venue Phone: (814) 332-0359. Browse to https://transfamilynwpa.org/.

Apr 13 (Sat) - Drag Me To Dinner (Salvatore's Italian Gardens Restaurant, 6461 Transit Rd, Depew, NY 14043) 6 PM. Performers are Aggy Dune, Kasha Davis, Darienne Lake, and Ambrosia Salad. Includes appetizer display, 3-course meal, 1 drink ticket to the cash bar, and a fabulous show. Phone: (716) 683-7990. Browse to http://salvatores.net/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://salvatoresexperiences.com/drag-dinner.

Apr 14 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 1603 W 32nd St, Erie, PA 16508) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting. Phone: (814) 844-2600. Venue Phone: (814) 864-6831. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/Mount-Calvary-Lutheran-Church-120337614645497/.

Apr 15 (Mon) - Deadline for Erie Gay News May 2024 print edition (#342) (Erie Gay News, 1115 W 7th St, Erie, PA 16502-1105) Please have all articles, ads, and submissions in by this date. This issue will be released on the evening of Tuesday, April 23. For a complete list of upcoming deadlines and release dates, check the print edition schedule at www.eriegaynews.com/printedition/deadlineschedule.php Contact: Michael Mahler. Phone: (814) 456-9833. Email: info@eriegaynews.com. Browse to https://www.eriegaynews.com.

Apr 15 (Mon) - Zone Monday Night Karaoke with DJ Nitro (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM - 12 AM. Doors open 8 PM. No cover. 21 & over with state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 16 (Tue) - Last Day to Request a Mail-In Ballot for Primary Election Primary Election is Tuesday, April 23. You must already be registered to vote to apply for an absentee or mail-in ballot. Browse to https://www.vote.pa.gov/Voting-in-PA/Pages/Mail-and-Absentee-Ballot.aspx.

Apr 16 (Tue) - Erie County HIV Task Force meets (Hybrid) (Erie County Department of Health (ECDH), 606 W 2nd St, Erie, PA 16507) 1 PM. The Erie County HIV Task Force is a collaboration of local organizations and individuals dedicated to educating, supporting, and advocating for people living with HIV/AIDS and preventing the spread of infection. Zoom Meeting ID: 927 9128 9996. Passcode: 940728 Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/92791289996?pwd=UVlySWxGV1N1YmRmdjRKcExXVEQrQT09 Contact: Gary Snyder. Phone: (814) 451-6700. Venue Phone: (814) 451-6700. Browse to https://echiv.org/. Browse to venue web site https://eriecountypa.gov/departments/health/.

Apr 16 (Tue) - LGBTQIA+ Recovery Support Group (UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor, 1330 W 26th St, Erie, PA) 5 PM - 6 PM. Our mission is to provide a supportive and empowering space for LGBTQIA+ individuals who are dealing with substance use disorders. We strive to create an inclusive, strengths-based community where participants can find understanding, acceptance, and inspiration to overcome any challenges they may be facing. Through support, education, and resources, we aim to foster personal growth, resilience, and long-term recovery. For more information about the LGBTQIA+ Recovery Support Group, please call 814-451-2246. Phone: (814) 459-9300.

Apr 16 (Tue) - Zone Tuesday Game Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Doors open at 8 PM. Bring your own game or use ours. (Must submit an ID for us to hold while game is in use.) Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 17 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 18 (Thu) - National Transgender HIV Testing Day National Transgender HIV Testing Day (NTHTD) was first observed on April 18, 2016. Browse to http://transhealth.ucsf.edu/.

Apr 18 (Thu) - Queer Open Mic (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 10 PM. Come hang out at our monthly open mics hosted by the awesome, talented, and slaying Gwen Elaine! FREE! BYOB (wrist bands provided for anyone with alcohol). if you want to register as a performer, email info@comptonstable.org Contact: Gwen Elaine. Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Apr 18 (Thu) - Lotz of Tea with Mona (Lotz of Tea) 7 PM. With co-host Large Marge. Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/LotzofTea.

Apr 18 (Thu) - Zone Flow Together (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove with Snarebear and Buffy Lynn Hayes. Learn to Poi dance with us! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 19 (Fri) - Spring Fling Kick Off Party (M & J's Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA 16001) $6 cover charge, membership fee waived. Phone: (724) 602-8447. Email: JoshuaSean2009@AOL.COM. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/MandJsLounge.

Apr 19 (Fri) - Journey: Healing Together - LGBTQ+ Affirmative Game Night (Journey: Healing Together, 201 W. 11th Street, Erie, PA 16501) 5 PM. Gather around 5pm for a couple of hours to geek out with fellow gamers. Ages 18+ choose from a variety of board, card, dice, games. As the group grows, smaller groups can split off and play different games. There are plenty of quiet spaces avaialble to regroup for those of us who can get over stimulated sometimes. Hosted by Eric Reiche, Milo Orr, and Leo Ferko, there are opportunities to meet up with friends new and familiar. We are definitely an LGBTQ+ affirming space! Allies and Accomplices welcome! $5 suggested donation. Phone: (814) 867-5309. Browse to https://journeyht.org/.

Apr 20 (Sat) - Aging with Pride Trip to Buffalo AKG Art Museum (Buffalo AKG Art Museum, 1285 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14222) 10 AM. We will carpool from the parking lot of Lake Erie Counseling, 1932 W 8th St, Erie PA at 10 AM to the Buffalo Albright-Knox Gallery Art Museum in Buffalo, NY. We will also be having lunch together. Everyone is on their own for admission and lunch cost. Email kemlynb@gmail.com for more information Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (716) 882-8700. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1079049006721069. Browse to venue web site https://buffaloakg.org/.

Apr 20 (Sat) - Journey: Healing Together - LGBTQ+ Crafternoon (Journey: Healing Together, 201 W. 11th Street, Erie, PA 16501) 11 AM - 2 PM. CottageCore and Curious Crafter’s alike are welcome! Journey: Healing Together hosts a casual time of crafting and conversation. Crafting is a great anxiety reducer and being around great people while you're creating is even better! We are a Queer-Affirming space so LGBTQ+, Allies and Accomplices are welcome! $5 suggested donation per person or $10 max per family (Children welcome, although we do not provide any childcare or facilitation). Phone: (814) 867-5309. Browse to https://journeyht.org/.

Apr 21 (Sun) - Aging with Pride planning meeting (Lake Erie Counseling Associates, 1932 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16505) 1 PM - 3 PM. Planning meetings are open to anyone interested in helping to plan activities for Aging with Pride. Meetings generally run for about 2 hours with coffee and light refreshments provided. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 455-4009. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/.

Apr 21 (Sun) - Full Spectrum LGBTQIA+ Adult Peer Support Group meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 4 PM - 6 PM. Free to all LGBTQIA+ ages 18 and older. Entrance to the center is the red ramp on the side of the building off of the parking lot. Please do not use the front door! Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Apr 21 (Sun) - Journey: Healing Together - Gentle Yoga with Serene Bear Yoga (Journey: Healing Together, 201 W. 11th Street, Erie, PA 16501) 5 PM. Phone: (814) 867-5309. Browse to https://journeyht.org/.

Apr 21 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 1603 W 32nd St, Erie, PA 16508) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting. Phone: (814) 844-2600. Venue Phone: (814) 864-6831. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/Mount-Calvary-Lutheran-Church-120337614645497/.

Apr 22 (Mon) - Zone Monday Night Karaoke with DJ Nitro (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM - 12 AM. Doors open 8 PM. No cover. 21 & over with state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 23 (Tue) - Primary Election 7 AM - 8 PM. Polls are open from 7 AM to 8 PM.

Apr 23 (Tue) - Erie Gay News folding/distribution work party (Lake Erie Counseling Associates, 1932 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16505) 7 PM. Help us get out the print edition of Erie Gay News. Volunteers are very much welcome and needed! You can also sign up for the Erie GLBT News and Events list at https://lists.eriegaynews.com/. Contact: Michael Mahler. Phone: (814) 456-9833. Venue Phone: (814) 455-4009. Email: info@eriegaynews.com. Browse to https://www.eriegaynews.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1032207591230798.

Apr 23 (Tue) - Zone Tuesday Game Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Doors open at 8 PM. Bring your own game or use ours. (Must submit an ID for us to hold while game is in use.) Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 24 (Wed) - NW PA Pride Alliance LGBTQIA and Allies Happy Hour (Cussewago Creek Distillery, 42243 Water St, Meadville, PA 16335) 5:30 PM - 9 PM. Travis and Brett came up with the idea of having a monthly happy hour get together for the LGBT and allies community in Crawford County. ALL are WELCOME. This is a time to network and socialize with the LBGTQ community and allies in the Meadville area, make new friends and meet people you may not know. An RSVP would be appreciated by not necessary. All are welcome so please share and spread the word! Don't forget to bring your business cards for exchange. Phone: (814) 314-9075. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/CussewagoCreekDistillery/.

Apr 24 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 25 (Thu) - Teen Trans support group meets (G.A. Family Services, 210 Gustavus Ave, Jamestown, NY 14701) 5 PM. Contact: Kaden Mason. Phone: (716) 708-6161. Browse to http://gafamilyservices.org/.

Apr 25 (Thu) - Mild to Wild Discussion Group (Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County, 31 Water Street Suite 7, Jamestown, NY 14701) 6 PM - 7:30 PM. Mild to Wild is a discussion group about sex and substance use designed for gay and bisexual men and folks of trans experience. Meets in person at MHA and also on Zoom. Phone: (716) 661-9044.

Apr 25 (Thu) - Zone Flow Together (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove with Snarebear and Buffy Lynn Hayes. Learn to Poi dance with us! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 26 (Fri) - Lesbian Visibility Day Created in 2008, this day showcases women-loving-women, providing a platform for lesbian role models to speak out on the issues facing female-identified sexual minorities. This day, alongside other queer celebration days, is still an integral part of moving forwards to create an intersectional society where all are treated equally and fairly.

Apr 27 (Sat) - Aging with Pride Book Club - The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman (Werner Books & Coffee, 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA 16508) 1 PM - 3 PM. Werner Books offers a 20% discount on books purchased for the book club. Contact: Steve Siwiecki. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 864-1565. Email: awpebookclub@gmail.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. Browse to venue web site http://www.wernerbooks.com/.

Apr 27 (Sat) - Aging with Pride Book Club - The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman (Werner Books & Coffee, 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA 16508) 1 PM - 3 PM. Werner Books offers a 20% discount on books purchased for the book club. Please note date change for April! Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 864-1565. Email: daleallgeier@outlook.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1446726086281632. Browse to venue web site http://www.wernerbooks.com/.

Apr 27 (Sat) - TransFamily of NWPA (Erie) Transgender Support Group meets (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 2 PM - 5 PM. Meetings are hosted at Compton's Table, 3401 State St, Erie PA. All current CDC, state, and local guidelines for meeting indoors will be observed. Meetings are always confidential and completely free. Venue Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/TransfamilyOfNWPA. Browse to venue web site https://comptonstable.org/.

Apr 28 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 1603 W 32nd St, Erie, PA 16508) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting. Phone: (814) 844-2600. Venue Phone: (814) 864-6831. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/Mount-Calvary-Lutheran-Church-120337614645497/.

Apr 29 (Mon) - Zone Monday Night Karaoke with DJ Nitro (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM - 12 AM. Doors open 8 PM. No cover. 21 & over with state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Apr 30 (Tue) - Zone Tuesday Game Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Doors open at 8 PM. Bring your own game or use ours. (Must submit an ID for us to hold while game is in use.) Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 1 (Wed) - Erie's Queer Happy Hour (Oasis Pub, 3122 W Lake Rd, Erie, PA 16505) 6 PM - 9 PM. This event will be held in the backroom at Oasis. This event is open to everyone. However, those under 18 years of age will need a guardian to attend. In accordance with State law, only those 21+ can have alcoholic beverages. Contact: Alex Sphon. Phone: (814) 314-9075. Venue Phone: (814) 833-1212. Browse to http://www.nwpapride.org. Browse to venue web site https://oasispuberie.com/.

May 1 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 2 (Thu) - Lotz of Tea with Mona (Lotz of Tea) 7 PM. With co-host Large Marge. Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/LotzofTea.

May 2 (Thu) - Zone Flow Together (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove with Snarebear and Buffy Lynn Hayes. Learn to Poi dance with us! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 3 - 5 (Fri - Sun) - Opening Weekend (Jones Pond Campground & RV Park, 9835 Old State Rd, Angelica, NY 14709-8729) Welcome Back Boys! The sun rises again at Jones Pond as we welcome our campers back for Season 34. We hope you are as excited as we are to begin the camping season. It's time to open up your RVs, set up your tents and get ready for the wide range of activities and events we have planned for you this season. This weekend enjoy our first dances, first parties and first campfires of the season with us. Come play with us and help us kick off the season of making memories to last a lifetime. Phone: (585) 567-8100. Email: info@jonespond.com. Browse to http://www.jonespond.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.jonespond.com/events/opening-weekend-1.

May 5 (Sun) - International Family Equality Day (IFED) Celebrates the Diversity of Families globally. The Council of Europe recognises the IFED as an important tool to combat homophobia and transphobia and to promote a tolerant and cohesive society. Browse to http://internationalfamilyequalityday.org/.

May 5 (Sun) - Aging with Pride planning meeting (Lake Erie Counseling Associates, 1932 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16505) 1 PM - 3 PM. Planning meetings are open to anyone interested in helping to plan activities for Aging with Pride. Meetings generally run for about 2 hours with coffee and light refreshments provided. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 455-4009. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/.

May 5 (Sun) - Full Spectrum LGBTQIA+ Youth Peer Support & Social Group meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 4 PM - 6 PM. Ages 14-17, under 14 with signed parental consent form. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

May 5 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 1603 W 32nd St, Erie, PA 16508) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting. Phone: (814) 844-2600. Venue Phone: (814) 864-6831. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/Mount-Calvary-Lutheran-Church-120337614645497/.

May 6 (Mon) - Zone Monday Night Karaoke with DJ Nitro (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM - 12 AM. Doors open 8 PM. No cover. 21 & over with state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 7 (Tue) - LGBTQIA+ Recovery Support Group (UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor, 1330 W 26th St, Erie, PA) 5 PM - 6 PM. Our mission is to provide a supportive and empowering space for LGBTQIA+ individuals who are dealing with substance use disorders. We strive to create an inclusive, strengths-based community where participants can find understanding, acceptance, and inspiration to overcome any challenges they may be facing. Through support, education, and resources, we aim to foster personal growth, resilience, and long-term recovery. For more information about the LGBTQIA+ Recovery Support Group, please call 814-451-2246. Phone: (814) 459-9300.

May 7 (Tue) - Zone Tuesday Game Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Doors open at 8 PM. Bring your own game or use ours. (Must submit an ID for us to hold while game is in use.) Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 8 (Wed) - Aging with Pride Game Night (Werner Books & Coffee, 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA 16508) 5 PM - 8 PM. Bring games and/or cards with you, or just come to play what others bring. Contact: Steve. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 864-1565. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. Browse to venue web site http://www.wernerbooks.com/.

May 8 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 9 (Thu) - Zone Flow Together (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove with Snarebear and Buffy Lynn Hayes. Learn to Poi dance with us! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 10 - 12 (Fri - Sun) - Onesie Weekend (Jones Pond Campground & RV Park, 9835 Old State Rd, Angelica, NY 14709-8729) Cozy Up at the Pond! Who's ready for a casual weekend getaway where everyone wears comfy, silly onesies the entire time. That's exactly what we have planned for you at Jones Pond this weekend. Wear your onesies the entire weekend. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, parties, cosmos, dances...IT'S ONESIE weekend! Phone: (585) 567-8100. Email: info@jonespond.com. Browse to http://www.jonespond.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.jonespond.com/events/onesie-weekend-2.

May 11 (Sat) - TransFamily of NWPA (Meadville) Transgender Support Group meets (Empowerment with Grace, 941 Federal Ct Ste 104, Meadville, PA 16335) 2 PM. For GPS use: the address is 296 Chestnut Street - it’s the old post office building. Our entrance is on the side of the building, off of Federal court (which is the smaller side street.) We are basically across the street from Julian’s. Contact: Raven Jane Cammarata. Venue Phone: (814) 332-0359. Browse to https://transfamilynwpa.org/.

May 11 (Sat) - ASCEND Erie Affintity Session for QFTW (ASCEND Erie, 426 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM - 8 PM. Join ASCEND as we celebrate our diverse communities with Affinity Sessions - climbing sessions dedicated to individuals who haven't always had equal access to or treatment within the sport. It's a space dedicated to intentional inclusivity, not exclusivity, and we invite you to participate and be a part of these efforts. Sessions are the second Saturday of the month and alternate between BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) in even-numbered months and QFTW (Queer, Femme, Trans, Women) in odd-numbered months. Please register for session at https://www.ascendclimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule or by contacting the front desk These FREE climbing sessions are intended only for those in our community who identify with these affinity groups. Rental gear included. Phone: (582) 228-9035. Browse to https://www.ascendclimbing.com/equity.

May 12 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 1603 W 32nd St, Erie, PA 16508) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting. Phone: (814) 844-2600. Venue Phone: (814) 864-6831. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/Mount-Calvary-Lutheran-Church-120337614645497/.

May 13 (Mon) - Deadline for Erie Gay News June 2024 print edition (#343) (Erie Gay News, 1115 W 7th St, Erie, PA 16502-1105) Please have all articles, ads, and submissions in by this date. This issue will be released on the evening of Tuesday, May 21. For a complete list of upcoming deadlines and release dates, check the print edition schedule at www.eriegaynews.com/printedition/deadlineschedule.php Contact: Michael Mahler. Phone: (814) 456-9833. Email: info@eriegaynews.com. Browse to https://www.eriegaynews.com.

May 13 (Mon) - Erie County Democratic Party LGBTQIA+ Caucus meets via Zoom (Zoom) 7 PM. General meeting on Zoom. Voting members must be a registered Democrat living in Erie County. Straight/cisgender allies welcome! Contact Michael Mahler at (814) 456-9833 or mmahler@eriedems.com for Zoom meeting info. Contact: Michael Mahler. Phone: (814) 456-9833. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/ErieDemsLGBTQIA/.

May 13 (Mon) - Zone Monday Night Karaoke with DJ Nitro (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM - 12 AM. Doors open 8 PM. No cover. 21 & over with state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 14 (Tue) - PFLAG of Chautauqua meeting (Secret Undisclosed Location, 100 E 2nd St 2nd Floor, Jamestown, NY 14701) 6:30 PM. PFLAG of Chautauqua, a support group for allies, loved ones and the entire Queer community. Please visit our Facebook group, https://www.facebook.com/groups/594395124695283, or email PFLAGCHQ@GMAIL.COM or call (814) 313-4495 for details. Phone: (814) 313-4495. Venue Phone: (716) 846-1398. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/594395124695283. Browse to venue web site http://www.secretundisclosed.com/.

May 14 (Tue) - Youngstown PFLAG meets (St. John's Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave, Youngstown, OH 44503) 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. If you're GLBT, a parent of someone who is, or an ally and you're looking for emotional support, we encourage you to attend Youngstown PFLAG's monthly support group. You will be surrounded by understanding peers from the valley who will be able to listen and help. Support groups are open to the public, and it starts at 6:30pm. Light refreshments will be available. Browse to http://www.youngstownpflag.org/.

May 14 (Tue) - Zone Tuesday Game Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Doors open at 8 PM. Bring your own game or use ours. (Must submit an ID for us to hold while game is in use.) Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 15 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 16 (Thu) - National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day was established to draw awareness to and appreciation of the lifetime of contributions made by LGBT older adults. The gains made in recent years toward LGBT equality sit squarely on the backs of those whose struggles and victories, extraordinary courage and everyday authenticity pioneered the path toward freedom. National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day works to unite the LGBTQ community and its allies to celebrate and thank those individuals who fought on behalf of us all. #LGBTEldersDay Browse to https://www.lgbteldersday.org/.

May 16 (Thu) - Queer Open Mic (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 10 PM. Come hang out at our monthly open mics hosted by the awesome, talented, and slaying Gwen Elaine! FREE! BYOB (wrist bands provided for anyone with alcohol). if you want to register as a performer, email info@comptonstable.org Contact: Gwen Elaine. Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

May 16 (Thu) - Lotz of Tea with Mona (Lotz of Tea) 7 PM. With co-host Large Marge. Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/LotzofTea.

May 16 (Thu) - Zone Flow Together (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove with Snarebear and Buffy Lynn Hayes. Learn to Poi dance with us! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 17 - 19 (Fri - Sun) - Hot Flash-Back (Jones Pond Campground & RV Park, 9835 Old State Rd, Angelica, NY 14709-8729) Get Retro with Us! Step back in time and join us for Hot Flash-Back Weekend, one of our newest theme weekends at the Pond. It's about flashing back to the music of yesteryear. 70s, 80s, House Music and Techno, we have it all. It's a different theme at each dance so be sure to dress for both Friday & Saturday. Saturday afternoon get your caftans and bulky costume jewelry and join us for ourMrs Roper Romp. The romp is a costumed park crawl based on Mrs. Helen Roper, a character on the 1970s TV show, "Three's Company." Mrs. Roper was the wisecracking, caftan-wearing, love-deprived wife of landlord Stanley Roper. You can dress like Stanley, too! Before the dance, get to know your fellow campers with Fast Friends in Five Minutes. It's a bit like speed dating but geared towards getting to know people better. We will have a set of structured questions to get you started along with some fun, low-pressure ways to interact and express yourself. We will start off with a group Icebreaker to get the ball rolling. Phone: (585) 567-8100. Email: info@jonespond.com. Browse to http://www.jonespond.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.jonespond.com/events/hot-flash-back.

May 17 (Fri) - International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia & Biphobia First celebrated in 2005, the main purpose of the May 17 mobilizations is to raise awareness of violence, discrimination, and repression of LGBT communities worldwide. Browse to https://dayagainsthomophobia.org/.

May 17 (Fri) - Journey: Healing Together - LGBTQ+ Affirmative Game Night (Journey: Healing Together, 201 W. 11th Street, Erie, PA 16501) 5 PM. Gather around 5pm for a couple of hours to geek out with fellow gamers. Ages 18+ choose from a variety of board, card, dice, games. As the group grows, smaller groups can split off and play different games. There are plenty of quiet spaces avaialble to regroup for those of us who can get over stimulated sometimes. Hosted by Eric Reiche, Milo Orr, and Leo Ferko, there are opportunities to meet up with friends new and familiar. We are definitely an LGBTQ+ affirming space! Allies and Accomplices welcome! $5 suggested donation. Phone: (814) 867-5309. Browse to https://journeyht.org/.

May 18 (Sat) - HIV Vaccine Awareness Day This day is a chance to thank the volunteers, community members, health professionals, and scientists working together to find a safe and effective preventive HIV vaccine. It is also a time to educate communities about the importance of preventive HIV vaccine research. National Institutes of Health’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) leads this observance. #HVAD Browse to https://www.niaid.nih.gov/.

May 18 (Sat) - WNY Pride 5K Fun Run/Walk and LGBTQ+ Health and Wellness Fair (Niagara County Community College, 3111 Saunders Settlement Rd, Sanborn, NY 14132) 9 AM - 2 PM. We are merging our WNY LGBTQ+ Health and Wellness Fair into the WNY Pride 5K to create an event focused on LGBTQ+ health and well-being. This is fun run/walk, so you can run, strut, or sashay your way across the finish line! Featured Drag Performer at the WNY Pride 5K is Buffalo's own and legendary ... Freddie Hercury! Phone: (716) 298-7656. Venue Phone: (716) 614-6222. Email: info@NiagaraPride.org. Browse to http://niagarapride.org/. Browse to venue web site http://www.niagaracc.suny.edu/.

May 18 (Sat) - Journey: Healing Together - LGBTQ+ Crafternoon (Journey: Healing Together, 201 W. 11th Street, Erie, PA 16501) 11 AM - 2 PM. CottageCore and Curious Crafter’s alike are welcome! Journey: Healing Together hosts a casual time of crafting and conversation. Crafting is a great anxiety reducer and being around great people while you're creating is even better! We are a Queer-Affirming space so LGBTQ+, Allies and Accomplices are welcome! $5 suggested donation per person or $10 max per family (Children welcome, although we do not provide any childcare or facilitation). Phone: (814) 867-5309. Browse to https://journeyht.org/.

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