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News from the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA.
April, 2024
Star of RuPaul's Drag Race to Come to Erie
ERIE - April 1, 2024- Zone Dance Club is thrilled to announce Lola LeCroix presents VAIN is coming to Erie! This show, hosted by Lola LeCroix, who is originally from Erie, marks a significant milestone for The Zone, reaffirming their commitment to bring various forms of entertainment to the Erie Queer community. Lola will be bringing none other than Vanessa "Vanjie" Mateo for a one-night only stop in Erie on Saturday April 20th. They will be joined by local favorites Rebecca Mae and Miss Erie 2023 Shea D'Heaux as well as Shari Turner from Cleveland.
December, 2023
Packed and Lively Halloween Events from the Zone Dance Club
The Zone Dance enjoyed a lively Halloween celebration between October 27th, October 28th, and Halloween. The three-night celebration started on a Friday with a Diva's Performance hosted by Misty Michaels Kall, featuring the divas of Erie. Next came Saturday evening, featuring a dress to impress with a costume party contest. Prizes included $50, $75, and $100 to the three best customers registered. Each night saw a significant spike in revenue, with bustling crowds ready to take on the night. Lastly came the second costume content held on Halloween night, featuring a viewing of the new season of The Boulet Brothers Dragula hosted by Miss Erie herself, Shea D'Heaux.
Zone Flow Contest - Win $100
The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, will be giving away $100 for a contest for posting your video from a Thursday night Flow event. The deadline to submit is December 31, 2023.
November, 2023
18th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend raises $3,684.00
This year's Pink Party weekend was October 6-8 at The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St. The benefit was a three-night event with $3,684.00 going to Linked By Pink.
Erie's Zone Dance Club: A Milestone - 25 Years of Queer Community
Erie's Zone Dance Club, a symbol of queer community and celebration, proudly marks its 25th year. This venue's enduring journey began in November 1998 as new owner Bob Regan transformed the Embers into The Zone, which continued to serve Erie's LGBTQ+ community. After six years of resounding success, The Zone moved to its present location at 133 West 18th Street, formerly "The Village," another cherished gay bar. The club is a constant presence, open 365 days a year, with only brief interruptions during COVID-19 and the unforgettable 2017 Snowmageddon snowstorm.
October, 2023
A New Miss Erie Is Crowned!
We have a winner! This past August, Former Miss Erie, Debbie, handed down the crown to her successor. The 2023 iteration of the drag pageant brought six contenders to the stage. This year, Debbie, Katrina Island Twerk, Cherry Falwell, Snarebear, Shea D'Heaux and Alysin Wonderland were featured. All showcased their unique drag style to an energetic and supportive packed audience. Notable runways included Katrina's elaborate caution tape dress with working sirens. She left the crowd gagging as she dragged around two body bags as her accessories. Shea D Heaux showcased a The Wiz-inspired traffic cone scarecrow. Cherry Fallwell re-worked deconstructed rugs for a dress.
Pink Party Benefit Weekend on the Horizon
The great Pink Party is almost back! Don't miss out on the opportunity to attend Michelle Michael's annual Pink Party benefit weekend. This event will take place on the evenings of October 6th - the 8th. Basket auctions and a bake sale will be included. A drag show with no cover will be featured on Sunday evening at 9:30.
March, 2023
Debbie Does Nationals Fundraiser
The current reigning Miss Erie, Debbie, is set to compete in the National Miss Comedy Queen pageant. This March, the pageant will feature 20 other drag artists competing for the title in Orlando, Florida. To help support her trip, a fundraising benefit will be held at The Zone, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA. The event will be hosted by Debbie's drag mother, Vivian Vendetta Sinclaire, on Friday, February 24th.
November, 2022
16th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend raises $4,135
This year's Pink Party weekend was October 7-9 at The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St. The benefit was a three night event with $4,135 going to Linked By Pink.
October, 2022
16th Annual Pink Party Weekend at Zone Oct 7-9
The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA, will be hosting the 16th Annual Pink Party Weekend on from Friday, October 7 through Sunday, October 9. All proceeds go to Linked By Pink, a 501c3 nonprofit located in Erie, PA, that assists young breast cancer patients and their families as they go through a breast cancer diagnosis. There will be a basket raffle and bake sale on both days and a Pink Party Benefit Show on Sunday, October 9 at 9:30 PM. After the show on Sunday, we will pull the tickets for the basket. You need not be present to win. We will have other party favors and some shots to help raise money for the Saturday night Pink Party. The Pink Party Benefit Show on Sunday, October 9, will replace what would have been the usual monthly Face show for October.
September, 2022
Miss Erie Pageant 2022
And we have a winner! 2022 Miss Erie Pageant was held on August 19th and crowned native Erie drag performer, Debbie. The 2022 Miss Erie Pageant welcomed contestants, Debbie, Snarebear, Tammy Joe Hammertoe, and Alysin Wonderland, and were judged by the distinguished panel of talent, Michelle Michaels, Molli Jane Norman, Moe Ferrara, Patrick Hiller and Justin Kelso. Sponsors for the event included Northwest PA Pride Alliance, Greater Erie Alliance for Equality (GEAE) and of course, The Zone Dance Club.
May, 2022
The Zone Dance Club presents Drag Brunch on May 1
The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, is presenting a Drag Brunch hosted by Alysin Wonderland & DJ Tony G on Sunday, May 1. No cover. Erie’s one and only gay bar is bringing drag brunches back home!
January, 2022
Pier Kids Screening and Panel Discussion on December 9
A very moving and powerful discussion left a group of local people with an enhanced appreciation for themselves and their life journeys. The POV Season 34 feature film Pier Kids was shown at The Zone Dance Club on December 9, 2021, exploring the lives of homeless queer and trans youth of color on Christopher Street Pier in New York City. Director Elegance Bratton and Producer Chester Algernal Gordon use the film as a vehicle to transport viewers to an historic area where an underground community of homeless Black youth navigate the streets to find safety and stability.
December, 2021
Ariel Versace and Chastity St. Cartier Headliners at The Zone on November 27
Join us at The Zone, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA, as we bring ARIEL VERSACE from RuPaul's Drag Race Season 11 and Chastity St. Cartier!
NAMI Peer-To-Peer Recovery Program Wednesdays at The Zone Nov 17-Jan 5
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness of Erie County) is partnering with The Zone to host a Peer-To-Peer Support Program on Wednesdays at The Zone, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA November 17 through January 5 from 9-aa AM. We are offering our signature Peer-to-Peer program: NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, eight-session educational program for adults with mental health conditions who are looking to better understand themselves and their recovery. The program is taught by trained leaders with lived experience, this program includes activities, discussions, and informative videos. There will be FREE refreshments and peer support from your friends. You must be 21 or over to attend. Register at (814) 456-1773 or online at NAMIErie.org/application
Pier Kids Screening & Discussion December 9th
Pier Kids explores the lives of homeless queer and trans youth of color on Christopher Street Pier in New York City. In support of the film, WQLN is hosting an intimate screening followed by a panel discussion around themes of the film and how they pertain to experiences in our own backyard. Visit www.wqln.org/POV to register for the event on Thursday, December 9th at The Zone, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. Presented with Erie Gay News, TransFamily of NWPA, and Greater Erie Alliance for Equality.
RuPaul's Drag Race Star Tatiana Sweeps the Zone
Tatianna, famous for her appearances on RuPaul’s Drag Race season 2 and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Season 2, brought the house down with a special appearance this past October 23rd. Drag enthusiasts far and wide flocked to the Zone to watch the highly anticipated drag shows, both set at 4:30 PM and 9 PM.
November, 2021
15th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend raises $3270
This year’s Pink Party weekend was October 9th and 10th at The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St. The benefit was a two-night event with money going to Linked By Pink. Michelle Michaels is donating the money this year in the memory of a friend who lost her battle this year. We love and miss your big heart, Tiffani Staley. The two-night event raised $3270.
October, 2021
15th Annual Pink Party Weekend at Zone Oct 9-10
The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA, will be hosting the 15th Annual Pink Party Weekend on Saturday, October 9, and Sunday, October 10. All proceeds go to Linked By Pink, a 501c3 nonprofit located in Erie, PA, that assists young breast cancer patients and their families as they go through a breast cancer diagnosis. There will be a Chinese auction and bake sale on both days and a Pink Party Benefit Show on Sunday, October 10 at 9:30 PM. After the show on Sunday, we will pull the tickets for the basket. You need not be present to win. We will have other party favors and some shots to help raise money for the Saturday night Pink Party. The Pink Party Benefit Show on Sunday, October 10, will replace what would have been the usual monthly Face show for October.
Rupaul’s Drag Race star Tatianna is Coming to The Zone Dance Club!
Famous drag queen Tatianna be appearing at The Zone Dance Club,133 W 18th St, Erie PA, on October 23rd, 2021! Tatianna appeared on RuPaul’s Drag Race season 2, and All Stars 2, the latter which she received runaway success. The event will be hosted by Rebecca Mae, along with special guests such as Luna Skye and Indie Skies. House cast queens such as Misty Michaels Kall, Priscilla Godzilla, Shea D’Heaux, and Pissi Gabune will also be performing. The 4:30 PM to 7 PM event prohibits smoking. Doors open at 4 PM. The second showing (9PM to 11:30PM) will allow smoking. A meet and greet will follow immediately after each event. Doors will open to the general public at 12 am. $5 cover for those who do not come to either show.
We have a winner! 2021 Miss Erie Pageant Recap
The 2021 Miss Erie pageant was filled to the brim with local talent and a dazzling showcase. On September 10, patrons, and queens near and far flocked to the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, for the 20th annual Miss Erie pageant. Five queens competed for the coveted title and succeed the glamorous Rebecca Mae. This year’s theme was "Leather, Feathers, and Lace". The panel of judges included Michelle Michaels at the head of the table, renowned hairstylist Thom Haraczy, Erie Playhouse staple Moe Ferrera, graphics designer Patrick Hiller, and Ashley Lauria.
September, 2021
Upcoming Events from the Zone Dance Club
These next few months are going to have show-stopping events at the Zone Dance Club! While a few months away, famous drag queen Tatianna will be appearing at the Zone Dance Club on October 23rd, 2021! Tatianna appeared on RuPaul's Drag Race season 2 and All Stars 2, the latter which she received runaway success. The event will be hosted by Rebecca Mae and special guests such as Luna Skye and Indie Skies. House cast queens such as Misty Michaels Kall, Priscilla Godzilla, Shea D'Heaux, and Pissi Gabune will also be performing. Tickets go on sale on August 30th at 5:00 PM.
August, 2021
Miss Erie Pageant Returns to The Zone on September 10
On Friday, September 10 at 8:30 PM, the Miss Erie Pageant will return to The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA. This year's theme is "Leather, Feathers, and Lace," and we will be honoring our current reigning Miss Erie, Rebecca Mae. The event is sponsored by NWPA Pride Alliance, Greater Erie Alliance for Equality (GEAE), and The Zone and will also include performances by former Miss Erie title holders. Do you have what it takes to be the next Miss Erie? Packets are now available! Contact Misty Michaels Kall/Joshua Smolinsky via Facebook for a packet or more information! Packets can also be picked up at The Zone.
Zone Drag Events
The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, is proud to host Rebecca Mae's Watch Party for "RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars 6" every Thursday. Doors open at 8 pm, watch party starts at 9 pm, followed by a live performance from Rebecca Mae.
July, 2021
Erie Native Superstar Returns to The Zone
On Friday, June 4th, the Zone Dance Club got a visitor from Glamatron 5000, and her name is Alaska. Erie native, and RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 2 winner, Alaska Thunderfuck 5000, hosted a benefit show alongside Rebecca Mae for Erie's Zone Dance Club. Two separate shows were held during the evening. Each sold out within a day of the event's listing.
FACE Drag Show Returns to 3rd Sundays at The Zone
FACE Shows will return to The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, starting Sunday July 18 with a 10 PM showtime. FACE Show will be every third Sunday of the month, as it was before. First month back will be all of your local favorites. However, moving forward, FACE shows will have three or four local girls, a new out of town girl and a couple of open mic night performers that could be singers, dancers, comedians. They will compete and the audience will pick the winner. That night's winner moves on to a final against other winners that will be held months down the road
June, 2021
New Events for the Zone Dance Club
Erie's number one gay bar is getting back into the groove, one sequin at a time. Amidst the seemingly tail end of an unprecedented pandemic, the Zone is bringing the queens out of quarantine, with two new events! Rebecca Mae is now hosting weekly shows called Fierce Friday's. Queens near and far will have the opportunity showcase a sickening performance and entertain the crowds. Showtimes will start every Friday at 10 PM. No cover will be required.
May, 2021
Zone Trivia Thursdays
The Zone, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, is now hosting trivia nights every Thursday. Door opens at 8. Game starts at 9. The Zone is back to their regular hours of 8 PM to 2 AM. Masks are required when not sitting at your table. Social distancing is still required and dancing is not allowed due to COVID safety concerns. For more updates, follow The Zone on Facebook or Instagram.
April, 2021
The Zone Hour Changes as of April 4
Beginning Sunday, April 4, The Zone Dance Club will be changing their hours back to 8 PM-2 AM, except Fridays, which will be 7 PM-2 AM during Drag Race viewing parties. There will be no more food restrictions. All other safety measures remain in place (distancing, masks, no dancing, etc.) The light is at the end of the tunnel! Just hold on a little bit longer, and we’ll be back full-force! (And our first party is going to be *MASSIVE*!)
March, 2021
The Zone is Never a Drag
The Zone Dance Club is wading through lockdown restrictions with the help of RuPaul's Drag Race. Erie's flagship gay bar is open for business again. After a string of openings and closings due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the bar is experiencing a promising new year. The Zone has been holding viewing parties for weekly episodes of the new season of RuPaul's Drag Race season.
February, 2021
The Zone Dance Club Is Temporarily Closed
The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, unexpectedly closed on January 23 because one of the employees tested positive for COVID-19. The employee had minimal contact with the rest of the staff and no contact with customers.
January, 2021
Zone Closed Until January 4
Due to restrictions because of the surge in COVID-19 cases, The Zone Dance Club will be closed until January 4. They are hoping to reopen as soon as it is allowed and safe.
November, 2020
Zone Dance Club Reopening Nov 2
The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, will be reopening on Monday, November 2!
October, 2020
Zone Dance Club Looking At Options for Opening Safely
The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, is not currently open because of COVID-19 restrictions. They are examining business options for how to operate safely and reasonably in a changing environment and hope to have an update soon. They thank their patrons for their support and are grateful for the virtual drag show fundraiser on Saturday, September 19.
March, 2020
Michelle Michaels Birthday FACE Drag Show 2020
On Sunday, February 16, 2020, Michelle Michaels and a talented team of drag performers presented the annual birthday Face drag show at The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA.
February, 2020
Zone Dance Club Welcomes 2020 with New Year's Eve Bash
The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, welcomed 2020 at their New Year's Eve Bash on December 31, 2019. There was a buffet and a champagne toast at midnight.
December, 2019
14th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend raises $3,423
The 14th Annual Breast Cancer Weekend was held at The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, October 11th-14th. What started as Michelle Michaels' idea to bring together the local drag community to raise money for a cause near and dear to heart has since grown into an entire weekend of fundraising.
Full Fury GLOW - A Benefit for Sean at Zone Dance Club Nov 15-17
Sean, the doorman for The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA,, has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Colon Cancer and currently going through the second round of chemotherapy. Back in May, he had major surgery to attempt to remove the cancer. He has been out of work (aside from here) since April. So naturally we're throwing him a benefit November 15-17 to help offset the medical and related costs.
October, 2019
14th Annual Pink Party Weekend at Zone Oct 11-13
The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, will be hosting the 14th Annual Pink Party Weekend will be held Friday, October 11 through Sunday, October 13. The fundraiser includes a bake sale, gift baskets, and a show on Sunday, All proceeds go to StringsforaCURE Foundation. StringsforaCURE is an Erie, PA based 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization dedicated to providing education, comfort, financial assistance and emotional support directly to breast cancer patients. The Face show cast will host a Pink Party Benefit Show on Sunday, October 13 at 9 PM, rather than the usual monthly Face show.
June, 2019
Zone After Pride Party June 29
To celebrate pride, we're opening our doors right after the festival! Start and end the gayest day of the year with the only gay bar in Erie, June 29 at The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 4 PM - 2 AM
March, 2019
The Zone hosting weekly viewing parties for RuPaul's Drag Race, FACE Show time change
The Zone, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA will be holding RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 11 viewing parties every Thursday starting 2/28 hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 PM, and the show airs at 9 PM. Michelle Michaels FACE Drag Show will now start at 9 PM. The March show will be March 24, due to St. Patrick's Day, and April 28, due to Easter and then move back to the third Sunday of the month in May. Additionally, The Zone will be hosting NW PA Pride Alliance's Happy Hour on Wednesday, February 27 from 7 to 9 PM.
December, 2018
Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend Raises over $4,000
The 13th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend was held at The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, October 12th-14th. What started as Michelle Micheals' idea to bring together the local drag community to raise money for a cause near and dear to her heart has since grown into an entire weekend of raising funds. Michelle Micheals mother Gracie is a 18 year survivor of stage 4 breast cancer has always been her biggest supporter and is the inspiration for the weekend. Over the years of doing this event it has grown thanks to the overwhelming support of Erie LGBT+ community, the dance community many other supporters of the cause.
November, 2017
Zone Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend raises $3,892
The 12th Annual Breast Cancer Weekend was held October 13-15 at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA The event was organized by Michelle Michaels. The beneficiary was again the StringsforaCURE charity. The event directly raised total over weekend $2,112.00, grant money $1,500 and check donations of $280.00 for a grand total of $3,802.00. There was a record number of 32 baskets donated for a Chinese auction. Basket donors included Chris Temple, Grace Watson, Sandy Hodas, Brenda Dugan, Elaine Crandall, Denise Kubiak, Brenda Crolli, Denise Kubiak, Dale Allgeier, Robert Eckendorf, Anelle Dugan, Jessica DeVita, Nancy Krumpe, Erie Gay News, Matthew Blake Steger, Glenn David Meyer, Sean Weary, NW PA Pride Alliance, Smiths family, Rose Palombi, and Schafer family. Financial donors included Pat & Tom Matson, Little Dance Studio, and Chris and Stacy G. (Also thanks for James Sayers for getting the grant from Sam's Club.) Thanks also to Zone owners Bob & Lou.
September, 2017
Zone Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend Oct 13-15
Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend will take place October 13-15 at The Zone, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. Baked goods and and action Friday, Saturday, and early Sunday before the show! Times TBA
August, 2017
Miss Erie Pageant
On Sunday, June 25, The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA hosted the Miss Erie Pageant. Brionna Brooks was crowned Miss Erie 2017, with Britney Shea as runner up. Performers at the pageant included former Miss Erie title holders Misty Michaels Kall (2011), Michelle Michaels (2002), Mistress Vanitay (2009), Veronica Lace (2014), Buffy Lynne Hayes (2010), Danyel Vasquez (2016 - the outgoing title holder), Valerie Valentino (2015), Angelica Redd (2003) and Rhiannon Angelina (2008). Judges were Rhiannon Angelina, Thomas J, and Ashley Lauria
January, 2017
World AIDS Day event at The Zone Dance Club
On Thursday, December 1, 2016, Erie Awareness Outreach organized a World AIDS Day event at The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. The event included performances by Michelle Michaels, Misty Michaels Kall, Jill Jamison, Twerkzilla, and Shun. Special guest DJ was BlackCat from Toronto. There was also a twerking competition. In addition, Erie County Department of Health provided free, rapid HIV and syphilis testing, and Community Health Net also had testing information.
December, 2016
World AIDS Day events at the Zone
Erie Awareness Outreach proudly will host two Awareness events for World AIDS Day 2016. The events will take place at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA The universal theme is: "Getting To Zero." Rapid HIV and syphilis testing will be available- Know your status!
November, 2016
Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend raises $5239

The 11th Annual Breast Cancer Weekend was held Sept. 30 to Oct. 2 at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA The event was organized by Michelle Michaels. The beneficiary was again local charity StringsforaCURE. The event directly raised $2,739, and Sam's Club additionally donated a grant of $2,500, making for a total of $5,239.
August, 2016
Miss Erie Pageant a Great Night!
On Sunday, June 26, the Miss Erie Pageant was held at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. The two contests were Danyel Vasquez and Jill Valentine Jamison. Miss Erie 2016/17 is Danyel Vasquez and 1st runner up is Jill Jamison.
July, 2016
Flowers left at Zone Dance Club
A day or two after the candlelight vigil for the Pulse Orlando Nightclub shooting that was held at the Zone Dance Club, someone left flowers at the door. Said bartender Glenn: These beautiful flowers and sign were left at the front door when I went to go in to paint today. THANK YOU ERIE for the ongoing support of our local LGBT community. It's hard to read the note at the bottom. It says, "LET LOVE SHINE TODAY! To those who are devastated, angry, forever changed: we are all connected, we are all witnesses to hate, we all work together to transform our communities." -unsigned. Photos are by Erie Gay News co-editor Michael Mahler.
November, 2015
Breast Cancer Weekend recap
The 10th Annual Breast Cancer Weekend raised $2,588 for StringsforaCURE® the weekend of October 2-4 at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA!
September, 2015
FACE Show Marriage Proposal
On Sunday, August 16, 2015, the last performance at Michelle Michaels' FACE show at The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, was the reigning Miss Erie, Valerie Valentino, AKA Derek. Derek's boyfriend, Todd (AKA Victoria London) had planned a surprise marriage proposal with the cooperation of Michelle Michaels and other performers. After accepting, Derek's mom, who was in attendance, had requested a song for the newly engaged couple to dance to, and soon almost everyone in the bar was on the dance floor as well. Todd and Derek both reside in Ohio, which was one of the states involved in the US Supreme Court marriage equality decision on June 26 of this year. Wishing the couple much happiness!
August, 2015
2015 Miss Erie Pageant
On Sunday, June 28, 2015, The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, hosted the 2015 Miss Erie Pageant. The winner was Valerie Valentino, with Britney Shea as runner-up. The event was hosted by Misty Michaels Kall with performances by Michelle Michaels, Taylor Morgan, Lovin Heart, Rhiannon Angelina, Buffy Lynn Hayes, outgoing 2014 Miss Erie Veronica Lace and Jayme Cadell Cox. The event was sponsored by NW PA Pride Alliance. Additionally, Greater Erie Alliance for Equality (GEAE) hosted a reception before the event, GEAE Celebrates! Erie Drag Culture, honoring the contributions of Erie's drag perfomers.
November, 2014
9th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend at the Zone
The 9th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend was held October 10-12, 2014 at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. The event included a bake sale, a ribbon sale, a Pink Party on Saturday and a special Pink FACE Breast Cancer Weekend drag show on Sunday. Michelle Michaels organizes the annual benefit, and announced that this year's event had raised $2,047 for StringsforaCURE.
Photos by David Reese
October, 2014
Breast Cancer Awareness at Zone Oct 10-12
Breast Cancer Awareness at Zone will run October 10-12. So come join me and The Zone for our 9th year of raising money for a breast cancer cause.
January, 2014
Erie Awareness Outreach Joy In The House FACE Drag Show for World AIDS Day
On Sunday, December 1, Erie Awareness Outreach presented "Joy in the House" at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA featuring FACE Show cast members Michelle Michaels, Misty Kall, Lovin Heart with special guest appearance by Vernessa Mitchell, who performed live. This was part of the HIV/AIDS prevention & awareness for World AIDS Day. Photos are by Michael Mahler, co-editor for Erie Gay News.
December, 2013
Bear Bar Night at the Zone
On Friday, November 22, 2013, the Drenched Fur board had a fun and friendly Bear Bar Night at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 8th St, Erie PA. Photos are by Michael Mahler, co-editor for Erie Gay News. To sign up for email reminders are Erie area Bear events, browse to here.
November, 2013
8th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend
On October 4-6, The Zone Dance Club hosted the 8th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend, organized by Michelle Michaels. The event raised $2,008 for this year's charity, StringsforaCURE™. Performers at the drag show on Sunday, October 6 included Michelle Michaels, Jill Jameson, Celine Dashawn, Mr. Manny, Cammy Seoul, Lovin' Heart, Trista Towers, Velvet Lace, Damone Morris our Akirah Hurricane, Misty Kall & Taylor Morgan. Photos are by David Reese.
April, 2013
Bear Bar Night at the Zone
On Friday, March 15, 2013, The board for Drenched Fur held a fun Bear Bear Night at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. Bear Bar Night is usually the 3rd Friday of the month. Photos are by Michael Mahler, co-editor for Erie Gay News. To sign up for email reminders are Erie area Bear events, browse to here.
March, 2013
FACE Drag Show Birthday Bash
On Sunday, February 17, 2013, Erie icon Michelle Michaels and friends put on a spectacular FACE Drag Show Birthday Bash at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. FACE Drag Show is usually the 3rd Sunday of the month. Photos are by Michael Mahler, co-editor for Erie Gay News.
February, 2013
Bear Bar Night at the Zone
On Friday, January 18, 2013, members of Erie's Bear community had a fun time at the monthly Bear Bar Night at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. The event is organized by the Drenched Fur committee, the annual Bear Run. Photos are by Michael Mahler, co-editor for Erie Gay News. To sign up for email reminders are Erie area Bear events, browse to here.
January, 2013
Bear Bar Night
On Friday, December 14, 2012, Erie's Bear community and friends enjoyed a wonderful holiday Bear Bar Night at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. The event was organized by the Drenched Fur committee. Photos are by Michael Mahler, Erie Gay News co-editor and Season Crannell.
November, 2012
Bear Bar Night
On Friday, October 19, Drenched Fur committee members organized another fun Bear Bar Night at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. Bears and their admirers enjoyed a wonderful night of good times and hanging with old and new friends! Photos by Michael Mahler and others.
Michelle Michaels Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend breaks record
The 6th annual Breast Cancer Awareness weekend held at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA October 5 -7 set an all time record of about $3,400, which is almost twice last year's total. Donors included David and Mama Reese, Jared, Grace Watson, Michelle Michaels, Annelle (Brenda's mom), Sherry Edkin, Lorie's Wildwood Restaurant, Shawn Coverdale, Brenda Dugan, NWPA Pride Alliance, Erie Gay News, Furhman's, Robert Eckendorf, Gene Seigworth, Mom Crandall (Elaine), Watson Family, Derek McCance/ Celine DaShawn, Josh and Marty, respectively), Melissa Irwin, Drenched Fur, Season Crannell, Karen from Cookie Lee, Rich Hayford, and Kevin Schultz. Volunteers included TJ Knight, Wendy, Rich, Chris Dye and Josh Atkinson, Josh Maleno and Timmy Crandall. Performers at the show on Sunday included Michelle Michaels, Celine Dashawn, Rhiannon Angelina, Taylor Morgan, Misty Kall, Damone, Velvet Lace, T J Knight + Bodyguard, Buffy Lynn Hayes, Jill Jameson, Destiny Divine and Jade Jette (in from Buffalo.)
October, 2012
Bear Bar Night
On Friday, September 21, Erie's Bear community had a fun night out at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, at the monthly Bear Bar Night. The get together is usually held the 3rd Friday of the month. For more info, browse to the Drenched Fur web site or sign up for the Erie Bear Event email list. Photos are by Erie Gay News co-editor Michael Mahler and NW PA Pride Alliance Vice President Season Crannell.
June, 2012
Leukemia/Lymphoma Benefit at the Zone
from Michelle Michaels: On Wednesday, May 9 at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, we helped raise money for the fight against leukemia and lymphoma and Kristen Bailey was behind it. We raised over $1,700 and within 10 weeks Kristen raised 22,000 and became Woman of the Year. Thanks go out to Alaska Thunderfuck, Michelle Michaels, Celine Dashawn, Misty Kall, Velvet Lace, Buffy Lynn Hayes, and the Erie crowd for always coming out to help me and help others! Photos by Deb Spilko for Erie Gay News. Alaska later went on to win RuPaul's Drag Race.
May, 2012
Michelle Michaels FACE Show with Destiny Divine
On Sunday, April 15, 2012, Michelle Michaels' FACE Show at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, welcomed former Miss Erie Destiny Divine, who had not performed in 18 year. After the show, Destiny had a book signing copy for I Was Born This Way - The Book. Photos are by Erie Gay News co-editor, Michael Mahler.
February, 2012
Bear Bar Night at the Zone Dance Club
On the Friday night of this year's first winter storm (January 13, 2012), The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA hosted a Bear Bar Night where dozens of bears, cubs and their friends defied the snow to enjoy fun times with the local community and staff at the bar. The Drenched Fur 8 Committee gave away a Splash Lagoon Private Event Pass for Saturday March 31st during this year's run. Congrats to Jared on being the proud recipient! The guys that put on Drenched Fur are grateful for everyone that came out to join us for bringing together Erie's GLBTQA community and thanks all the individuals that helped make January's Bear Bar Night a success. Our next Bear Bar Night will be Friday, February 17!
November, 2011
Update on Breast Cancer Awareness at Zone events
The weekend of September 30-October 2 was the 5th annual Breast Cancer Awareness Benefit put on by Michelle Michaels at the Zone Dance Club. At the end of the week, we raised $1,530!
September, 2011
Zone Diva Benefit for Erie Pride 2011
On August 14, 2011, The divas of The Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, put on a special benefit FACE drag show to support Erie Pride 2011 events. Over $250 was raised, and the Pride Planning Committee is very grateful to all of the performers and volunteers who gave of their time to help make Pride events in Erie possible! Photos are by Pride Planning Committee member Danny Tingley, with photo editing by Erie Gay News co-editor Deb Spilko.
August, 2011
Michelle Michaels presents 2nd Anniversary FACE Drag Show
On Sunday, July 17, 2011, Michelle Michaels' FACE Drag Show at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, celebrated its 2nd anniversary with a cavalcade of local performers. FACE happens every 3rd Sunday of the month. Photos are by Michael Mahler, co-editor for Erie Gay News.
June, 2011
Michelle Michaels FACE Drag Show at the Zone Dance Club
On Sunday, May 15, 2011, Michelle Michaels and the divas of the Zone put on yet another fabulous monthly FACE drag show at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th st, Erie PA. Photos are by Michael Mahler, co-editor and web master for Erie Gay News.
May, 2011
Michelle Michaels FACE Drag Show at the Zone Dance Club
On Sunday, April 17, 2011, Michelle Michaels and the divas of the Zone presented the monthly FACE drag show at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th st, Erie PA. Photos are by Michael Mahler, co-editor and web master for Erie Gay News.
April, 2011
HIV/AIDS Benefit raises $1,000 for Ryan White Program at Community Health Net of Erie
On Friday, March 4, 2011, The Erie Divas of the Zone, the Imperial Court of Buffalo (ICOB) and friends from Jamestown put on an HIV/AIDS benefit for the Ryan White program at Community Health Net of Erie. Performers included Angelica Redd, Michelle Michaels, Celine Dashawn, Miss Erie 2010 Buffy Lynn Hayes, Empress XX Jade Jett of the ICOB, Mr Manny, Dana and Ciara Chaleen from Jamestown. Volunteers helping with the ticket raffle and ribbon sales included Misty Kal and Jimbo. Gene was a major help to all aspects of the event. Donors for the ticket raffle included Drew Riggs, Celine, Tommie and Brenda, Michelle Michaels, Tanglez Hair and Nail Studio, Emily Trejchel, and the door prize was a digital camera donated by Jade Jett. The Zone Dance Club also made a donation, bringing the amount raised to $1,000, which was twice the original goal. There was also a great turnout for the onsite HIV testing performed by Community Health Net. This was part of a weekend of fundraising by drag performers for HIV/AIDS taking place in Erie and Jamestown.
February, 2011
FACE Show: Toys for Tots Benefit
On Sunday, December 19, 2010, Zone Night Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA devoted their monthly FACE Drag Show to benefiting Toys for Tots. $365 and about 20 toys were collected. Fundraising efforts included performers and support staff auctioning Barbie Dolls to look themselves. Performers included show organizer Michelle Michaels, Buffy Lynn Hayes, Mistress Vanitay, Celine Dashawn, Jill Jamison, Diva D'Vyne, Angelica Redd, and Siren, Lady of the Lake. In addition, stage manager Season auctioned a Barbie doll that included her signature clipboard with spikes and a riding crop. Erie Gay News co-editor Michael Mahler took photos.
Michelle Michaels FACE Show at the Zone Dance Club
On Sunday, January 16, 2011, Michelle Michaels, Buffy Lynn Hayes, Celine Dashawn and Misty Kal presented another FACE drag show at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. FACE occurs the 3rd Sunday of every month. Photos are by Michael Mahler, co-editor of Erie Gay News with editing by Deb Spilko, co-editor for Erie Gay News.
January, 2011
November FACE show at Zone and other activities benefit Food Bank
The monthly Michelle Michaels' FACE drag show at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, raised money and food for the Second Harvest Food Bank of NW PA. Between the drag show and other activities throughout November, $527 was raised to help provide food for the less fortunate. Drag performers included Jill Jamison, Trista Towers, Celine Dashawn, Mistress Vanitay, Glow Sorceror Buddy Dobson, and Michelle Michaels.
November, 2010
Zone’s Breast Cancer Awareness raises $1500
The 2010 Pink Weekend was phenomenally succesful and raised $1500 for Breast Cancer Awareness. The weekend included a Pink Party, featuring a Chinese auction and bake sale on Saturday, October 2, and a special edition of FACE on Sunday, October 3. The Zone is located at 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. Their web site is http://www.TheZoneDanceClub.com.
August, 2010
FACE 1 Year Anniversary at Zone Dance Club
On Sunday, July 18, 2010, Michelle Michaels and other drag performers celebrated the 1 year anniversary of FACE, the drag show happening the 3rd Sunday of the month at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. Many talented performers contributed to making the night a stunning success! Photos are by Michael Mahler for Erie Gay News, with editing by Deb Splko, Co-editor of Erie Gay News.
July, 2010
Miss Erie Pageant at the Zone Dance Club
On Friday, June 11, 2010, The Zone Dance Club in Erie PA held the 11th Annual Miss Erie Pageant. The theme was Fairy Tales. The winner was Buffy Lynn Hayes and 1st runner up was Paris Mann. Other contestants included Rhiannon Angelina and Misty Kall. All photos are by Matt Steger.
May, 2010
Mark Pacheco Benefit at the Zone
On Sunday, March 28, 2010, friends and family of the late Mark Pacheco gathered at the Zone Dance Club to celebrate his life, Mark died as the result of injuries received during an assault. Over $400 was raised to help with funeral expenses. Mark's sister spoke and expressed her gratitude to the performers and attendees.
March, 2010
FACE Drag Show at the Zone
On Sunday, February 21, 2010, the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA had their 3rd Sunday of the month drag show, FACE. It was also organizer and co-emcee Michelle Michael's birthday and friends and family turned out. Photos are by Michael Mahler for Erie Gay News.
December, 2009
Halloween at the Zone
On Saturday, Octber 31, 2009, the Zone Dance Club in Erie PA had a fun Halloween party. The Zone is located at 133 W 18th St, Erie PA. Photos are by Erie Gay News staff photographer James von Loewe.
Zone food drive at December Michelle Michaels FACE
December 18 is "Angels and Divas" — the Zone Diva Christmas Show. Erie’s own drag queens are doing something special this year....taking Barbie dolls and making them their own....turning them into different drag performers. During the show, we will sell/ auction them off and use the money to buy toys for the "Toys for Tots." Also, you can bring in toys to the Zone—starting the first week in December—if you would like or buy one of the drag-Barbies.
November, 2009
Giving Zone...
On the 10th & 11th of October, the Zone Dance Club held a fundraiser to benefit the fight for a breast cancer cure. A total of $846 was raised and made this years event a great success! The Pink Cotton Candy Carnival was a Saturday night of dancing and fun as customers at the Zone played carnival games, ate pink cotton candy, and tried their luck at winning one of 15 great prize filled gift baskets donated by the many great businesses and friends of the Zone! On Sunday evening, Michelle Michaels hosted a special edition of her Sunday drag series Face...Tears of a Clown with all the girls who performed donating their tips to help out such a great cause. The Zone would like to give a special Thank You to all the business and individuals who made this weekend a great success! Thank You for donating your time, talents, gifts, and baked goods and helping to make this a better community!
July, 2009
Miss Erie 10th Anniversary Pageant
The Zone Dance Club held its 10th anniversary Miss Erie Pageant. Mistress Vanitay earned Miss Erie crown. The runner-up was Buffylynn Hayes.
May, 2009
Zone and Drenched Fur raise money for Bear exhibit for Erie Zoo
The Zone and Drenched Fur raised money for the bear exhibit at the Erie ZooT. he money was raised at the UnderBear Party at the Zone on April 3 during the Drenched Fur 5 weekend. It was a quickie ten minute fundraiser and $119 will go to the bear exhibit at the Erie Zoo.
December, 2008
Project Postcard
On Tuesday, November 25, at the Erie Gay News folding/distribution work party at the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, several people from Erie participated in the nationwide Project Postcard organized by Join the Impact. Participants across the US wrote to the Obama Transitional Team to ask the President-elect to repeal the so-called Defense of Marriage Act. Photos by James von Loewe.
November, 2008
Wedding from Hell Party at Zone Dance Club
On Saturday, November 1, 2008, the Zone Dance Club had a Wedding from Hell themed Halloween Party. Photos by James von Loewe
April, 2008
St. Patrick's Day Party at the Zone
On Saturday, March 15, 2008, the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, had a St. Patrick's Day Party. Erie Gay News staff photographer James von Loewe took some photos of folks having a good time.
December, 2007
Out and About: Halloween
On Saturday, October 27, 2007, staff photographer James von Loewe took photos of the wonderful costumes at both Trance, 1607 Raspberry St, Erie PA and the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, the 2 gay bars in Erie.
June, 2007
Out and About: 2007 Zone White Party
On Saturday, June 2, the Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie PA, had their annual White Party the night of the Pride Picnic. James von Loewe, Erie Gay News staff photographer, took these photos.
March, 2007
Out & About: Zone Dance Club for St. Patrick's Day, 2007
Erie Gay News staff photographer James von Loewe took these photos at Zone Dance Club at their St. Patrick's Day party on March 17, 2007
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