Jan 17 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jan 17 (Fri) - RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17 Viewing Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Hosted by Debbie Does Drag. Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Sponsored by Snowbelt Enterprises. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jan 18 (Sat) - Aging with Pride Book Club - Barrel Fever by David sedaris (Werner Books & Coffee, 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA 16508) 1 PM. Werner Books offers a 20% discount on books purchased for the book club. Contact: Dale Allgeier. 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/925174056242483. Browse to venue web site http://www.wernerbooks.com/.

Jan 18 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jan 19 (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/.

Jan 19 (Sun) - Full Spectrum Transgender Roundtable Discussion (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM. Open to all transgender and gender nonconforming ages 18 and older. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Jan 19 (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.  Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Jan 19 (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/.

Jan 19 (Sun) - Zone Closed (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Zone closed for a staff event. We will be back Monday with Karaoke with DJ Nitro. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jan 20 (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/.

Jan 21 (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/.

Jan 21 (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! 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/909576677822461.

Jan 21 (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/.

Jan 22 (Wed) - Zone Wednesday Trivia Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) Free to play. Play on your phone. Fun prizes. Doors open at 8 PM. Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jan 22 (Wed) - Meadville Monthly LGBTQIA+ & Allies Happy Hour (Julian's Bar & Grill, 299 Chestnut St, Meadville, PA 16335) 5:30 PM - 9 PM. Find community and fun at NWPA Pride's Meadville Happy Hour! Join NW PA Pride Alliance for drinks & laughs. Phone: (814) 314-9075. Venue Phone: (814) 337-8513. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/Julians-Bar-Grill-1590463787848338/.

Jan 22 (Wed) - Compton's Table Stitch and B*tch (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 8 PM. 18+. This group meets bi-weekly on Wednesdays. Bring your knitting needles, crochet projects, yarn, or whatever you're working on at the moment, and come hang out with us. This event is bring your own materials, and we encourage you to bring anything extra you may have to share with the group! Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Jan 23 (Thu) - Zone Thursday Night Flow Rave Nights (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove. Doors open at 8 PM. 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/.

Jan 24 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jan 24 (Fri) - RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17 Viewing Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Hosted by Debbie Does Drag. Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Sponsored by Snowbelt Enterprises. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jan 25 (Sat) - Who Wants To Be A Drag Star Round 2 (Meadville Council on the Arts, 910 Market St, Meadville, PA 16335, ) Hosted by Cherry Falwell. Featuring judges Travis Smith, Debbie Does Drag, and Alysin Wonderland. Doors: 7pm, Showtime 8pm, 18+, Tickets available online. For more info, email dragstarmeadville@gmail.com Phone: (814) 336-5051. Browse to http://www.artsmeadville.org/.

Jan 25 (Sat) - TransFamily of NWPA (Erie) Transgender Support Group meets (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 2 PM - 5 PM. Come join us for our monthly support meeting at Compton's Table in the Central Outreach Building. Enter through the rear entrance. Light snacks and refreshments provided. Join us for a community in a comfy, no pressure environment! All are welcome! Venue Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/TransfamilyOfNWPA. Browse to venue web site https://comptonstable.org/.

Jan 25 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jan 26 (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/.

Jan 26 (Sun) - Zone Sunday Funday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Reset, unwind, recharge, relax. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly.  Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jan 27 (Mon) - Holocaust Remembrance Day Day to remember all of the victims of the Nazi era. Browse to https://www.yadvashem.org/27th/index.asp.

Jan 27 (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/.

Jan 28 (Tue) - Aging with Pride Dinner (El Amigo Mexican Grill, 333 State St, Erie, PA 17607) 6 PM - 8 PM. Aging with Pride, an organization of senior LGBT+ members and allies, is meeting for dinner. Everyone is on their own for the meal. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 454-4600. Email: daleallgeier@outlook.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1287201789185033. Browse to venue web site https://www.elamigogrill.com/.

Jan 28 (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/.

Jan 29 (Wed) - Zone Wednesday Trivia Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) Free to play. Play on your phone. Fun prizes. Doors open at 8 PM. Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jan 29 (Wed) - Venango PRIDE in the Park (237 Seneca Street, Oil City, PA) 5:30 PM. Exciting news! Venango PRIDE in the Park 2025 is officially in the works! Last year's event was an incredible success, and we can't wait to come together again to celebrate love, acceptance, and community. Want to be part of the planning fun? Join us for our first meeting. Let's make 2025 even more amazing - see you there! Phone: (814) 657-1717. Email: venangopride@gmail.com. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559664907322.

Jan 30 (Thu) - G.A. Family Services Queer Youth support group meets (James Prendergast Library Association, 509 Cherry St, Jamestown, NY 14701) 5 PM. For ages 12-21. Please contact Kaden Mason at (716) 720-8712 or kmason@lutheran-jamestown.org or Lisa Schmid-Miller at (716) 338-8702 or lschmidmiller@lutheran.jamestown.org with any questions. Phone: (716) 708-6161. Venue Phone: (716) 484-7135. Browse to http://gafamilyservices.org/. Browse to venue web site http://www.prendergastlibrary.org/.

Jan 30 (Thu) - Zone Thursday Night Flow Rave Nights (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove. Doors open at 8 PM. 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/.

Jan 31 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jan 31 (Fri) - RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17 Viewing Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Hosted by Debbie Does Drag. Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Sponsored by Snowbelt Enterprises. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 1 (Sat) - LGBT Venango Support Group meets (Franklin Public Library, 421 12th St, Franklin, PA 16323) 10:30 AM. Peer-led support group for LGBTQ+ adults. We meet once a month upstairs at the Franklin Library. Venue Phone: (814) 432-5062. Browse to https://lgbtvenango.com/. Browse to venue web site https://oilregionlibraries.org/locations/franklin-public-library/.

Feb 1 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 2 (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/.

Feb 2 (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. Free to all youth ages 16-17, under 16 with signed parental consent form. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Feb 2 (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/.

Feb 2 (Sun) - Zone Sunday Funday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Reset, unwind, recharge, relax. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly.  Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 3 (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/.

Feb 4 (Tue) - Bears Do Dinner #124 (Colony Pub & Grille, 2670 W 8th, Erie, PA 16505) 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) 838-2162. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/BearsDoDinnerEriePA/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1306303667277108?. Browse to venue web site http://www.colonypub.com/.

Feb 4 (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/.

Feb 5 (Wed) - Zone Wednesday Trivia Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) Free to play. Play on your phone. Fun prizes. Doors open at 8 PM. Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 5 (Wed) - Compton's Table Stitch and B*tch (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 8 PM. 18+. This group meets bi-weekly on Wednesdays. Bring your knitting needles, crochet projects, yarn, or whatever you're working on at the moment, and come hang out with us. This event is bring your own materials, and we encourage you to bring anything extra you may have to share with the group! Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Feb 5 (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. Phone: (814) 314-9075. Venue Phone: (814) 833-1212. Browse to https://www.nwpapride.org. Browse to venue web site https://oasispuberie.com/.

Feb 6 (Thu) - 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 814-451-2277 or email wolfeme@upmc.edu. Phone: (814) 459-9300.

Feb 6 (Thu) - Compton's Table Chat & Chill Group (18+) (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 8 PM. Looking to boost your social skills, make new connections or just hang out in a chill, judgment-free zone? Chat N Chill is the place to be! We're all about creating a relaxed, sober space where you can be yourself, whether you're introverted or outgoing. It's a safe haven for the Queer community, where everyone's welcome and respect is the vibe. Join us to build confidence, learn new social cues, or some enjoy good conversation with great people. Chill vibes, real connections, all in a space that celebrates you. 18+ groups are every first Thursday of each month from 6-8 pm. Each month will have a different theme to keep the conversation going. Registration required to be sure that enough supplies are available. Register at https://comptonstable.org/chatnchill Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Feb 6 (Thu) - Lotz of Tea with Mona (Lotz of Tea) 7 PM. The talk show about love, healing, and acceptance! Hosted by Mona Lotz with therapist "Marjorie". Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/LotzofTea.

Feb 6 (Thu) - Zone Thursday Night Flow Rave Nights (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove. Doors open at 8 PM. 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/.

Feb 7 (Fri) - National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day February 7 is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD), a national HIV testing and treatment community mobilization initiative targeted at Blacks in the United States and the Diaspora. NBHAAD was founded in 1999 as a national response to the growing HIV and AIDS epidemic in African American communities. #NBHAAD Browse to https://nationalblackaidsday.org/.

Feb 7 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 7 (Fri) - RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17 Viewing Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Hosted by Debbie Does Drag. Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Sponsored by Snowbelt Enterprises. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 8 (Sat) - The Valentine Dance at Basement Transmissions (Basement Transmissions, 145 W 11th St, Erie, PA 16501) OddCity's second annual Valentine's Dance! Formal attire encouraged. Danceable Mixed Genre Live Music! Aerial Dancers, Games, Unique Photobooths, Corsages, and Flow Performers. Music By DJ Lone Sav, TayJer, James Myles, Do Not Call List, Fastfall, Velvet Waves, Logan B & Dirty Leaf. Sponsored by Johns Wildwood Pizzeria, A Floral Affair, Shadow Knight Curiosities, Morbid Merchandise, Erie Ale Works Johns Wildwood Pizza, and Soulful Wraps. MORE TBA! Email: Reachout@oddcityentertainment.org. Browse to https://oddcityentertainment.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1640894813358443. Browse to venue web site http://www.basementtransmissions.com/.

Feb 8 (Sat) - Erie Sisters & Brothers Transgender Group Bimonthly Meeting (Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Erie, 7180 Perry Highway, Erie, PA 16508) 5 PM - 9 PM. Changing rooms will be available if needed. Venue Phone: (814) 864-9300. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/127711820595493. Browse to venue web site http://www.uuerie.org.

Feb 8 (Sat) - 8th Annual Full Spectrum Winter GALA (DiVieste's Banquet Centre, 754 N River Rd NW, Warren, OH 44483) 6 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Denise Russell. Performers include Farrah Fawn, Starlett O'Hara, and Valerie Valentino. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Venue Phone: (330) 847-7422. Email: info@fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.cognitoforms.com/BCCFullSpectrumCommunityOutreachFoundationCorporation/_8thAnnualFullSpectrumWinterGALA. Browse to venue web site http://diviestebanquet.com/.

Feb 8 (Sat) - ASCEND Erie Affinity 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 odd-numbered months and QFTW (Queer, Femme, Trans, Women) in even-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.

Feb 8 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 8 (Sat) - BAD ROMANCE - a Lady Gaga Valentine's Day Party (Cussewago Creek Distillery, 993 Water St, Meadville, PA 16335) 10 PM. Hosted by Cherry Falwell. Featuring performances from Alysin Wonderland, Snarebear (Joe Snarey), and the cast of Who Wants to be a Drag Star. $5 cover. 21 and over. Email: cussewagocreekdistillery@gmail.com. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/CussewagoCreekDistillery/.

Feb 9 (Sun) - Full Spectrum Gender Nonconforming Social & Peer Support meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 4 PM - 6 PM. Free to all LGTQIA+ ages 18 & older Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Feb 9 (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/.

Feb 9 (Sun) - Zone Sunday Funday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Reset, unwind, recharge, relax. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly.  Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 10 (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/.

Feb 11 (Tue) - PFLAG of Chautauqua meeting (Secret Undisclosed Location, 100 E 2nd St 2nd Floor, Jamestown, NY 14701) 6:30 PM. This is a safe, inclusive space where queer community members and allies can come together for support, discussion, and connection. Whether you've attended before or are joining us for the first time, we'd love to have you with us. Let's continue building our community, sharing our stories, and supporting one another. Please visit our Facebook group, https://www.facebook.com/groups/594395124695283, or email PFLAGCHQ@GMAIL.COM or call (814) 313-4495 for details. Phone: (716) 499-4817. Venue Phone: (716) 846-1398. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/594395124695283. Browse to venue web site http://www.secretundisclosed.com/.

Feb 11 (Tue) - TransFamily of NWPA (Meadville) Transgender Support Group meets (Empowerment with Grace, 941 Federal Ct Ste 104, Meadville, PA 16335) 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. Join us for our monthly Crawford Support Group meeting! Please use the side entrance of the building on 296 Chestnut. It will have signage as Empowerment with Grace but this may not show up on your GPS. Contact: Richelle Kohler. Venue Phone: (814) 332-0359. Browse to https://transfamilynwpa.org/.

Feb 11 (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/.

Feb 11 (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/.

Feb 12 (Wed) - Zone Wednesday Trivia Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) Free to play. Play on your phone. Fun prizes. Doors open at 8 PM. Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 12 (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/.

Feb 13 (Thu) - ASCEND Erie Queer Scouts Climbing Club (ASCEND Erie, 426 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM - 8 PM. Queer Scouts is a LGBTQ+ climbing club, with the goal of creating connection and a safer and more inclusive outdoors community. Just look for the Queer Scout mascot, the tiny rainbow unicorn! Please check in at the front desk upon arrival. Not an ASCEND member? Enjoy a discounted $15 Club Day Pass while attending these meetups. Phone: (582) 228-9035. Browse to https://www.ascendclimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule.

Feb 13 (Thu) - Zone Thursday Night Flow Rave Nights (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove. Doors open at 8 PM. 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/.

Feb 14 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 14 (Fri) - RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17 Viewing Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Hosted by Debbie Does Drag. Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Sponsored by Snowbelt Enterprises. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 15 (Sat) - Deadline for Erie Gay News March 2025 print edition (#352) (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, February 25. 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.

Feb 15 (Sat) - Aging with Pride Book Club - Don't Cry For Me by Daniel Black (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: Dale Allgeier. 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/440277662512119. Browse to venue web site http://www.wernerbooks.com/.

Feb 15 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 16 - 22 (Sun - Sat) - Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week (Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week) An aromantic is someone who doesn't experience romantic attraction. Arospec is the shorthand name for people who identify anywhere on the aromantic spectrum, including aromantics. Aro Awareness Week is for anyone on the aromantic spectrum, regardless of where they lie there or sexual orientation. Browse to https://twitter.com/aroweek.

Feb 16 (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/.

Feb 16 (Sun) - Full Spectrum Transgender Roundtable Discussion (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM. Open to all transgender and gender nonconforming ages 18 and older. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Feb 16 (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.  Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Feb 16 (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/.

Feb 16 (Sun) - Zone Sunday Funday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Reset, unwind, recharge, relax. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly.  Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 17 (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/.

Feb 18 (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/.

Feb 18 (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/.

Feb 19 (Wed) - Zone Wednesday Trivia Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) Free to play. Play on your phone. Fun prizes. Doors open at 8 PM. Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 19 (Wed) - Compton's Table Stitch and B*tch (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 8 PM. 18+. This group meets bi-weekly on Wednesdays. Bring your knitting needles, crochet projects, yarn, or whatever you're working on at the moment, and come hang out with us. This event is bring your own materials, and we encourage you to bring anything extra you may have to share with the group! Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Feb 19 (Wed) - Sexual Wellness PA's Queer Happily Ever After Book Club (Zoom) 6 PM - 7:30 PM. Love getting swept up in romance novels, rom coms, and erotica? Want to see yourself and your community represented in the books you read? Want to dish about sex, romance, and relationships in a group of like-minded peers led by a sex therapist*? You're in the right place! Read and discuss books hand-picked by Sexual Wellness PA in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. Book Club meetings are donation-based and open first come, first serve to the first 8-10 pre-registered, interested participants. Come prepared to listen, share, discuss, and ask questions!  Phone: (814) 580-8677. Email: sexualwellnesspa@gmail.com. Browse to https://www.sexualwellnesspa.com/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.sexualwellnesspa.com/bookclubfiction.

Feb 20 (Thu) - Full Spectrum Youth/Teen Social & Peer Support meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 5 PM - 7 PM. Free to all LGBTQIA+ youth 16-17, under 16 with signed parental consent form. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Feb 20 (Thu) - 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 814-451-2277 or email wolfeme@upmc.edu. Phone: (814) 459-9300.

Feb 20 (Thu) - Queer Open Mic (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Gwen Elaine. All Queer performers welcome. Suggested donation of $5 payable at event or by online donation at comptonstable.org. Contact: Gwen Elaine. Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/open-mic-registration.

Feb 20 (Thu) - Lotz of Tea with Mona (Lotz of Tea) 7 PM. The talk show about love, healing, and acceptance! Hosted by Mona Lotz with therapist "Marjorie". Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/LotzofTea.

Feb 20 (Thu) - Zone Thursday Night Flow Rave Nights (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove. Doors open at 8 PM. 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/.

Feb 21 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 21 (Fri) - RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17 Viewing Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Hosted by Debbie Does Drag. Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Sponsored by Snowbelt Enterprises. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 22 (Sat) - TransFamily of NWPA (Erie) Transgender Support Group meets (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 2 PM - 5 PM. Come join us for our monthly support meeting at Compton's Table in the Central Outreach Building. Enter through the rear entrance. Light snacks and refreshments provided. Join us for a community in a comfy, no pressure environment! All are welcome! Venue Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/TransfamilyOfNWPA. Browse to venue web site https://comptonstable.org/.

Feb 22 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 23 (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/.

Feb 23 (Sun) - Zone Sunday Funday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Reset, unwind, recharge, relax. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly.  Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 24 (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/.

Feb 25 (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! 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/551152244429262.

Feb 25 (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/.

Feb 26 (Wed) - Zone Wednesday Trivia Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) Free to play. Play on your phone. Fun prizes. Doors open at 8 PM. Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 26 (Wed) - Meadville Monthly LGBTQIA+ & Allies Happy Hour (Julian's Bar & Grill, 299 Chestnut St, Meadville, PA 16335) 5:30 PM - 9 PM. Find community and fun at NWPA Pride's Meadville Happy Hour! Join NW PA Pride Alliance for drinks & laughs. Phone: (814) 314-9075. Venue Phone: (814) 337-8513. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/Julians-Bar-Grill-1590463787848338/.

Feb 27 (Thu) - G.A. Family Services Queer Youth support group meets (James Prendergast Library Association, 509 Cherry St, Jamestown, NY 14701) 5 PM. For ages 12-21. Please contact Kaden Mason at (716) 720-8712 or kmason@lutheran-jamestown.org or Lisa Schmid-Miller at (716) 338-8702 or lschmidmiller@lutheran.jamestown.org with any questions. Phone: (716) 708-6161. Venue Phone: (716) 484-7135. Browse to http://gafamilyservices.org/. Browse to venue web site http://www.prendergastlibrary.org/.

Feb 27 (Thu) - Aging with Pride Dinner (Habibi Mediterranean Cuisine, 127 W 14th St, Erie, PA 16565) 6 PM. Aging with Pride, an organization of senior LGBT+ members and allies, is meeting for dinner. Everyone is on their own for the meal. 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/1131814331913891. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/HabibiErie/.

Feb 27 (Thu) - Zone Thursday Night Flow Rave Nights (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove. Doors open at 8 PM. 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/.

Feb 28 (Fri) - International STAND UP to Bullying Day International STAND UP to Bullying Day is a special event in which participants sign and wear a pink "pledge shirt" to take a visible, public stance against bullying. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/pg/standupday/.

Feb 28 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 28 (Fri) - RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17 Viewing Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Hosted by Debbie Does Drag. Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Sponsored by Snowbelt Enterprises. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 1 - 31 (Sat - Mon) - 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 1 (Sat) - Zero Discrimination Day Zero Discrimination Day is an annual day celebrated by the UN and other international organisations. The day aims to promote equality before the law and in practice throughout all of the member countries of the UN. Browse to http://www.unaids.org/en/resources/campaigns/zero_discrimination.

Mar 1 (Sat) - LGBT Venango Support Group meets (Franklin Public Library, 421 12th St, Franklin, PA 16323) 10:30 AM. Peer-led support group for LGBTQ+ adults. We meet once a month upstairs at the Franklin Library. Venue Phone: (814) 432-5062. Browse to https://lgbtvenango.com/. Browse to venue web site https://oilregionlibraries.org/locations/franklin-public-library/.

Mar 1 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 2 (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/.

Mar 2 (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. Free to all youth ages 16-17, under 16 with signed parental consent form. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Mar 2 (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 2 (Sun) - Zone Sunday Funday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Reset, unwind, recharge, relax. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly.  Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 3 (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 4 (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 5 (Wed) - Zone Wednesday Trivia Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) Free to play. Play on your phone. Fun prizes. Doors open at 8 PM. Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 5 (Wed) - Compton's Table Stitch and B*tch (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 8 PM. 18+. This group meets bi-weekly on Wednesdays. Bring your knitting needles, crochet projects, yarn, or whatever you're working on at the moment, and come hang out with us. This event is bring your own materials, and we encourage you to bring anything extra you may have to share with the group! Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Mar 5 (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. Phone: (814) 314-9075. Venue Phone: (814) 833-1212. Browse to https://www.nwpapride.org. Browse to venue web site https://oasispuberie.com/.

Mar 6 (Thu) - 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 814-451-2277 or email wolfeme@upmc.edu. Phone: (814) 459-9300.

Mar 6 (Thu) - Compton's Table Chat & Chill Group (18+) (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 8 PM. Looking to boost your social skills, make new connections or just hang out in a chill, judgment-free zone? Chat N Chill is the place to be! We're all about creating a relaxed, sober space where you can be yourself, whether you're introverted or outgoing. It's a safe haven for the Queer community, where everyone's welcome and respect is the vibe. Join us to build confidence, learn new social cues, or some enjoy good conversation with great people. Chill vibes, real connections, all in a space that celebrates you. 18+ groups are every first Thursday of each month from 6-8 pm. Each month will have a different theme to keep the conversation going. Registration required to be sure that enough supplies are available. Register at https://comptonstable.org/chatnchill Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Mar 6 (Thu) - Lotz of Tea with Mona (Lotz of Tea) 7 PM. The talk show about love, healing, and acceptance! Hosted by Mona Lotz with therapist "Marjorie". Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/LotzofTea.

Mar 6 (Thu) - Zone Thursday Night Flow Rave Nights (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove. Doors open at 8 PM. 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 7 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 7 (Fri) - RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17 Viewing Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Hosted by Debbie Does Drag. Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Sponsored by Snowbelt Enterprises. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 8 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 9 (Sun) - Full Spectrum Gender Nonconforming Social & Peer Support meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 4 PM - 6 PM. Free to all LGTQIA+ ages 18 & older Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Mar 9 (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 9 (Sun) - Zone Sunday Funday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Reset, unwind, recharge, relax. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly.  Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 10 (Mon) - National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Every year on March 10 - and throughout the month of March - local, state, federal, and national organizations come together to show support for women and girls impacted by HIV and AIDS. National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWGHAAD) sheds light on the impact of HIV and AIDS on women and girls. #NWGHAAD Browse to https://www.womenshealth.gov/nwghaad/.

Mar 10 (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 11 (Tue) - PFLAG of Chautauqua meeting (Secret Undisclosed Location, 100 E 2nd St 2nd Floor, Jamestown, NY 14701) 6:30 PM. This is a safe, inclusive space where queer community members and allies can come together for support, discussion, and connection. Whether you've attended before or are joining us for the first time, we'd love to have you with us. Let's continue building our community, sharing our stories, and supporting one another. Please visit our Facebook group, https://www.facebook.com/groups/594395124695283, or email PFLAGCHQ@GMAIL.COM or call (814) 313-4495 for details. Phone: (716) 499-4817. Venue Phone: (716) 846-1398. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/594395124695283. Browse to venue web site http://www.secretundisclosed.com/.

Mar 11 (Tue) - TransFamily of NWPA (Meadville) Transgender Support Group meets (Empowerment with Grace, 941 Federal Ct Ste 104, Meadville, PA 16335) 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. Join us for our monthly Crawford Support Group meeting! Please use the side entrance of the building on 296 Chestnut. It will have signage as Empowerment with Grace but this may not show up on your GPS. Contact: Richelle Kohler. Venue Phone: (814) 332-0359. Browse to https://transfamilynwpa.org/.

Mar 11 (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/.

Mar 11 (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 12 (Wed) - Zone Wednesday Trivia Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) Free to play. Play on your phone. Fun prizes. Doors open at 8 PM. Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 12 (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/.

Mar 13 (Thu) - ASCEND Erie Queer Scouts Climbing Club (ASCEND Erie, 426 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM - 8 PM. Queer Scouts is a LGBTQ+ climbing club, with the goal of creating connection and a safer and more inclusive outdoors community. Just look for the Queer Scout mascot, the tiny rainbow unicorn! Please check in at the front desk upon arrival. Not an ASCEND member? Enjoy a discounted $15 Club Day Pass while attending these meetups. Phone: (582) 228-9035. Browse to https://www.ascendclimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule.

Mar 13 (Thu) - Zone Thursday Night Flow Rave Nights (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove. Doors open at 8 PM. 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 14 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 14 (Fri) - RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17 Viewing Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Hosted by Debbie Does Drag. Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Sponsored by Snowbelt Enterprises. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 15 (Sat) - Deadline for Erie Gay News April 2025 print edition (#353) (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, March 25. 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.

Mar 15 (Sat) - Aging with Pride Book Club - In Memoriam by Alice Winn (Werner Books & Coffee, 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA 16508) 1 PM. Werner Books offers a 20% discount on books purchased for the book club. Contact: Dale Allgeier. 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/1665067090740328. Browse to venue web site http://www.wernerbooks.com/.

Mar 15 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 16 (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/.

Mar 16 (Sun) - Full Spectrum Transgender Roundtable Discussion (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM. Open to all transgender and gender nonconforming ages 18 and older. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Mar 16 (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.  Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Mar 16 (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 16 (Sun) - Zone Sunday Funday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Reset, unwind, recharge, relax. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly.  Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Mar 17 (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 18 (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 18 (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/.