Aug 29 - Nov 12 (Tue - Sun) - Not Gay Art Exhibit (SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marion Art Gallery, 280 Central Ave., Fredonia, NY 14063) Not Gay charts the energy and vitality of trans identifications across a range of artworks from the immediate post-World War II period through present day. Phone: (716) 673-3111 . Browse to http://home.fredonia.edu/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://events.fredonia.edu/event/not_gay_1559.

Sep 22 - Oct 8 (Fri - Sun) - O’Connell & Company presents the Tony Award Winning Musical, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES (O'Connell & Company, 4110 Bailey Ave, Amherst, NY 14226) 7:30 PM. Book by Harvey Fierstein, Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman, Based on the play by Jean Poiret This production stars Daniel Lendzian as Albin and Gregory Gjurich as Georges. Also starring Joey Bucheker as Jacob, Mary Coppola Gjurich as Jacqueline, Anna Fernandez as Anne, Michael J. Galante as Edouard Dindon, Mary Kate O’Connell as Marie Dindon, David Wysocki as Jean-Michel, with Lizzie Arnold, Corey Bieber, John Kreuzer, Kelleigh Murray, Matt Rittler, Michael Wells and featuring Kris Bartolomeo, Vinnie Canale, David P. Eve, Vinny Murphy, Daniel Pieffer, and Aimee Walker as The Cagelles Phone: (716) 848-0800. Email: info@oconnellandcompany.com. Browse to https://www.oconnellandcompany.com/.

Sep 29 - Oct 14 (Fri - Sat) - All An Act Theatre Presents: The Cat and The Canary (All An Act Theatre, 652 W 17th St, Erie, PA 16502) The family of Ambrose West attends a reading of his will at midnight; just 20 years after his death. His will designates that Annabelle West is his sole heir if there is no indication that she suffers from insanity. Should she be unsound of mind, a second will is to be opened naming a different heir. The family tries to unbalance Annabelle with tales of lunatics, murders, and death strikes. All of the heirs are suspected, but not until the last minute is the extraordinary mystery solved. Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 PM. Sundays at 3 PM. Doors open 30 minutes to showtime. Phone: (814) 450-8553. Email: director@allanact.net. Browse to http://www.allanact.net/.

Sep 29 - Oct 1 (Fri - Sun) - OctoBEARfest Weekend (Jones Pond Campground & RV Park, 9835 Old State Rd, Angelica, NY 14709-8729) It's our first Lumberjack Bear weekend and the boys will be out. The Bears will be stripping the sleeves off their flannel, unflapping their flannel onesies and buttoning their suspenders this weekend. We welcome the Buffalo Bears and Bears from all over! Phone: (585) 567-8100. Email: info@jonespond.com. Browse to http://www.jonespond.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.jonespond.com/events/octobearfest-weekend.

Oct 1 - 31 (Sun - Tue) - LGBT History Month First celebrated in 1994 in October. It was declared a national History month by President Barack Obama in 2009. The month was created with the intent to encourage openness and education about LGBT history and rights.

Oct 1 (Sun) - Full Spectrum LGBTQIA+ Youth Peer Support & Social Group meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 4 PM - 6 PM. Ages 14-17, under 14 with signed parental consent form. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Oct 1 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Community United Church, 1011 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508-2540) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting that meets every Sunday, at 7PM, at Community United Church Phone: (814) 504-1507. Venue Phone: (814) 864-4429. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site http://communityunited.church/.

Oct 2 (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/.

Oct 3 (Tue) - Creating Home: A Roundtable to Discuss LGBTQ+ Elder Housing in New York (Zoom) 10 AM - 2 PM. The NYS Roundtable will center the voices of stakeholders that are performing housing development, service provision, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ elders and people living with HIV, with particular context to the governor’s commitment to the development of LGBTQ+ affirming affordable senior housing across the state. Browse to http://www.sageusa.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.sageusa.org/get-involved/attend-an-event/nhi-regional-roundtable-new-york-state/.

Oct 3 (Tue) - Banned Book Drive (Journey To A Trauma Informed Life, 201 W 11th St, Erie, PA 16505) 6 PM - 8 PM. National Banned Book Week is October 1 - 7, 2023. This year the NWPA Queer Community is coming together to get Queer books into our community. We will collect books at Journey to a Trauma Informed Life on Tuesday, October 3rd, from 6 pm to 8 pm. Additional books can be dropped off at Journey before October 3rd. NWPA Pride will also collect books at the Meadville Happy Hour on 9/27/23. All books donated will be distributed using the Little Free Library system in both Erie and Crawford Counties following the collection. If you cannot donate at the event, we suggest placing a new or gently used book in a little free library. This event is in partnership with the following groups: NWPA Pride Alliance, Erie Gay News, Aging with Pride, PA Equality Project Transfamily of NWPA, Journey to a Trauma informed Life, Journey Healing Together, Greater Erie Alliance for Equality, For more information, visit NWPAPride.org Phone: (814) 314-9075. Venue Phone: (833) 487-5769. Email: president@nwpapride.org. Browse to http://www.nwpapride.org. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1685951818585935. Browse to venue web site https://www.atraumainformedlife.com/.

Oct 3 (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/.

Oct 4 (Wed) - Dreams of Hope: creative movement: a theatriQ workshop with Trevor C. Miles (KST's Alloy Studios, 5530 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206) 5:30 PM - 8 PM. Our first fall theatriQ workshop is HERE! Get ready to move your bodies and connect with yourself with local movement artist Trevor C. Miles. Trevor is a powerhouse movement artist, writer, music creator and performer hailing from and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In this workshop we will focus not only on solo work, but also interconnectivity. It's Trevor's goal to encourage students to move past and beyond their bodies. Nuanced interaction is just as big as the amplified moments. We will explore the spectrum! Phone: (412) 361-2065. Venue Phone: (412) 363-4321. Email: info@dreamsofhope.org. Browse to http://www.dreamsofhope.org. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.dreamsofhope.org/event-details/creative-movement/form. Browse to venue web site https://kelly-strayhorn.org/class-workshop-categories/alloy-school-classes.

Oct 4 (Wed) - Erie's Queer Happy Hour (Oasis Pub, 3122 W Lake Rd, Erie, PA 16505) 6 PM - 9 PM. This event will be held in the backroom at Oasis. This event is open to everyone. However, those under 18 years of age will need a guardian to attend. In accordance with State law, only those 21+ can have alcoholic beverages. Contact: Alex Sphon. Phone: (814) 314-9075. Venue Phone: (814) 833-1212. Browse to http://www.nwpapride.org. Browse to venue web site https://oasispuberie.com/.

Oct 4 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Oct 4 (Wed) - Eerie Horror Fest Opening Night After Party (Warner Theatre, 811 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 10 PM. Tina Romero -- filmmaker, professor, daughter of George Romero, and Vice President of the George A. Romero Foundation, is coming to the Eerie Horror Fest! As a professional DJ (DJ TRx) hosting house parties and clubs, Romero has become a fixture of NYC queer nightlife. She will be introducing the Night of the Living Dead + live music performance event starting at 8PM, then will be lending her talents to Eerie Horror Fest's opening night party starting at 10PM. Phone: (814) 580-6608. Venue Phone: (814) 452-4857. Email: info@eeriehorrorfest.com. Browse to https://eeriehorrorfest.com/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.erieevents.com/events/event/10/04/2023/eerie-horror-fest-2. Browse to venue web site http://www.erieevents.com/about/warner_theatre.htm.

Oct 5 (Thu) - Lotz of Tea with Mona (Lotz of Tea) 7 PM. With co-host Large Marge. Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/LotzofTea.

Oct 6 - 8 (Fri - Sun) - Michelle Michael Pink Party Benefit Weekend (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) Proceeds benefit Linked by Pink. Basket auction, bake sale, and more all weekend! Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover Friday, $10 cover Saturday. Drag show 9:30 PM Sunday - no cover! 21 and over with ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Email: info@thezonedanceclub.com. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Oct 6 - 8 (Fri - Sun) - OctoBEARfest Weekend (Closing Weekend, 9835 Old State Rd, Angelica, NY 14709-8729) Until Next Season! Phone: (585) 567-8100. Email: info@jonespond.com. Browse to http://www.jonespond.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.jonespond.com/events/closing-weekend-1.

Oct 6 - 15 (Fri - Sun) - Reel Q Pittsburgh LGBT Film Festival (Row House Cinema - Lawrenceville, 4115 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201) Join us for our 38th annual film festival as we bring you the best in current queer cinema from around the world in-person and on-demand. Phone: (412) 422-6776. Venue Phone: (412) 904-3225. Email: info@reelq.org. Browse to https://reelq.org/. Browse to venue web site https://rowhousecinemas.com/.

Oct 6 (Fri) - Journey: Healing Together - LGBTQ+ Affirmative Game Night (Journey: Healing Together, 201 W. 11th Street, Erie, PA 16501) 5 PM. Gather around 5pm for a couple of hours to geek out with fellow gamers. Ages 18+ choose from a variety of board, card, dice, games. As the group grows, smaller groups can split off and play different games. There are plenty of quiet spaces avaialble to regroup for those of us who can get over stimulated sometimes. Hosted by Eric Reiche, Milo Orr, and Leo Ferko, there are opportunities to meet up with friends new and familiar. We are definitely an LGBTQ+ affirming space! Allies and Accomplices welcome! $5 suggested donation. Phone: (814) 867-5309. Browse to https://journeyht.org/.

Oct 6 (Fri) - G2H2 (Gay Guy/Gal Happy Hour) meets (Room 33 Speakeasy & Cafe, 1033 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM - 8 PM. All are welcome! Venue Phone: (814) 636-5062. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=54742829807. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1499997020829570. Browse to venue web site http://www.room33.bar/.

Oct 6 (Fri) - Fierce Fridays With Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 10:30 PM. With special guests Alysin Wonderland and Tammy Joe Hammertoe. Part of our Big Pink Weekend! Every Friday night, join us at the Zone Dance Club for an unforgettable evening of fabulousness, hosted by the one and only Rebecca Mae. Get ready to be dazzled as Rebecca takes the stage alongside special guests, featuring both our talented house cast and regional drag superstars. Doors open at 8 pm. $5 cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/TheZoneDanceClub.

Oct 7 (Sat) - Masquerade Weekend (Camp Davis, 311 Redbrush Rd, Boyers, PA 16020-1219) Final party of the year! Sponsored by Michael. Phone: (724) 637-2402. Browse to http://campdavispa.com/.

Oct 7 (Sat) - Leather and Lace (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Bears, cubs, furries, & pets take over Erie PA. Presented by Bear Pack Entertainment and The Zone. Hosted by Dom Bear. Awards show at midnight: cutest pet, best dressed pet, best dressed furry, most obedient pet, most playful pet, most lovable puppy/pet, best of the best, lifetime achievement award. Music by Cleveland's own DANOGEE. Part of our big Pink Weekend.  Doors open 8 PM. $10 cover. 21 & over with ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Email: info@thezonedanceclub.com. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Oct 8 (Sun) - Harvest in the Harbor: Ashtabula Local Food Festival (Bridge Street, Ashtabula, OH) 10 AM - 4 PM. The event features local food companies, farms, educational opportunities, and fun for the whole family.

Oct 8 (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. Email: daleallgeier@outlook.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/713184940643885.

Oct 8 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Community United Church, 1011 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508-2540) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting that meets every Sunday, at 7PM, at Community United Church Phone: (814) 504-1507. Venue Phone: (814) 864-4429. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site http://communityunited.church/.

Oct 9 (Mon) - Erie County Democratic Party LGBTQIA+ Caucus meets via Zoom (Zoom) 7 PM. General meeting on Zoom. Voting members must be a registered Democrat living in Erie County. Straight/cisgender allies welcome! Contact Michael Mahler at (814) 456-9833 or mmahler@eriedems.com for Zoom meeting info. Contact: Michael Mahler. Phone: (814) 456-9833. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/ErieDemsLGBTQIA/.

Oct 9 (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/.

Oct 10 (Tue) - Dining Out For Life WNY (Jamestown, NY 14701) Make plans to dine out or order take out October 10, 2023 at participating restaurants for breakfast, lunch, dinner — or all the above! Invite everyone you know to do the same. Spread the word via email and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, EVERYWHERE! Donate to Evergreen Health’s HIV supportive services and be entered to win a prize! Phone: (716) 664-7855. Email: hello@evergreenhs.org. Browse to http://www.evergreenhs.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.diningoutforlife.com/city/wny/.

Oct 10 (Tue) - Compton's Table Chat and Chill Social Hour for Youth (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 5 PM - 7 PM. Register for location with info@comptonstable.org. For ages 13-18. FREE! Phone: (814) 580-8185. Email: info@comptonstable.org. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Oct 10 (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/.

Oct 10 (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/.

Oct 11 (Wed) - National Coming Out Day Every year on National Coming Out Day, we celebrate coming out as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) or as an ally. First celebrated in 1988. Browse to http://www.hrc.org/resources/national-coming-out-day.

Oct 11 (Wed) - Buffalo Gay Men's Chorus: Be The Change (Tacoma Performing Arts Center (TPAC), 351 Tacoma Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216) 7:30 PM. The Buffalo Gay Men's Chorus proudly presents BE THE CHANGE! A free concert event celebrating National Coming Out Day! Phone: (716) 883-1277. Venue Phone: (716) 507-9899. Email: office@TheBGMC.org. Browse to https://TheBGMC.org. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://beta.purplepass.com/events/262377-be-the-change---free-concert-event!-oct-11th-2023.

Oct 11 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Oct 13 (Fri) - Pissi's Super Spoopy Takeover (Edinboro Hotel Bar, 100 Meadville St, Edinboro, PA 16412) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Pissi Gabune. Featuring local queen Snarebear and special guest Rocky Switch. Doors open at 8 PM. 21+ with valid ID. Free admission. Phone: (814) 734-5103. Browse to http://edinborohotelbar.com/.

Oct 13 (Fri) - Fierce Fridays With Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 10:30 PM. With special guests Misty Michaels Kall and Debbie. Every Friday night, join us at the Zone Dance Club for an unforgettable evening of fabulousness, hosted by the one and only Rebecca Mae. Get ready to be dazzled as Rebecca takes the stage alongside special guests, featuring both our talented house cast and regional drag superstars. Doors open at 8 pm. $5 cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/TheZoneDanceClub.

Oct 14 (Sat) - Closing Weekend (Camp Davis, 311 Redbrush Rd, Boyers, PA 16020-1219) Bye-Bye Baby! All great things need to come to an end. Time for everyone to pack it all up and go home so we can prep for 2024! Phone: (724) 637-2402. Browse to http://campdavispa.com/.

Oct 14 (Sat) - TransFamily of NWPA (Meadville) Transgender Support Group meets (Empowerment with Grace, 941 Federal Ct Ste 104, Meadville, PA 16335) 2 PM. For GPS use: the address is 296 Chestnut Street - it’s the old post office building. Our entrance is on the side of the building, off of Federal court (which is the smaller side street.) We are basically across the street from Julian’s. Contact: Raven Jane Cammarata. Venue Phone: (814) 332-0359. Email: transfamilynwpabod@gmail.com. Browse to https://transfamilynwpa.org/.

Oct 14 (Sat) - Safe Journey Masquerade Ball (Enchanting Beginnings, 18700 Conelway Rd, Corry, PA 16407) 6 PM. Unmasking the faces of domestic violence. Tickets $30. Hear victims' stories. DJ Brian Silvis. Dinner (BYOB). 50/50 tickets. Lottery tree. Gift basket auction. Mask tree - purchase mask in honor of/in memory of. Phone: (814) 438-2675. Venue Phone: (814) 462-6449. Email: info@mysafejourney.org. Browse to https://www.mysafejourney.org/. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/people/Enchanted-Beginnings/100069592892327.

Oct 15 (Sun) - Deadline for Erie Gay News November 2023 print edition (#336) (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, October 24. 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.

Oct 15 (Sun) - National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day The Latino Commission on AIDS (LCOA) , the Hispanic Federation  and other organizations organize this day to build capacity for non-profit organizations and health departments to reach Latino/Hispanic communities, promote HIV testing, and provide HIV prevention information and access to care. #NLAAD Browse to http://www.nlaad.org/.

Oct 15 (Sun) - Full Spectrum Bowling For A Cause (Westside Bowl, 2617 Mahoning Ave, Youngstown, OH 44509) 12 PM - 4 PM. Join us for a night of Bowling for a Cause! At Westside Bowl proceeds support Full Spectrum. $20 entry. 50/50 raffle. Family friendly. Food & drink purchased separately. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Venue Phone: (330) 792-7675. Email: info@fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/148339354994976. Browse to venue web site https://www.westsidebowl.com/.

Oct 15 (Sun) - Journey: Healing Together - Banned Book Club (Journey: Healing Together, 201 W. 11th Street, Erie, PA 16501) 2 PM - 4 PM. Phone: (814) 867-5309. Browse to https://journeyht.org/.

Oct 15 (Sun) - Full Spectrum LGBTQIA+ Adult Peer Support Group meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 4 PM - 6 PM. Free to all LGBTQIA+ ages 18 and older. Entrance to the center is the red ramp on the side of the building off of the parking lot. Please do not use the front door! Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Oct 15 (Sun) - Full Spectrum LGBTQIA+ Adult Peer Support Group meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 4 PM - 6 PM. Free to all LGBTQIA+ ages 18 and older. Entrance to the center is the red ramp on the side of the building off of the parking lot. Please do not use the front door! Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Oct 15 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Community United Church, 1011 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508-2540) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting that meets every Sunday, at 7PM, at Community United Church Phone: (814) 504-1507. Venue Phone: (814) 864-4429. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site http://communityunited.church/.

Oct 16 (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/.

Oct 17 (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/.

Oct 17 (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/.

Oct 18 (Wed) - International Pronouns Day International Pronouns Day seeks to make respecting, sharing, and educating about personal pronouns commonplace. Referring to people by the pronouns they determine for themselves is basic to human dignity. Being referred to by the wrong pronouns particularly affects transgender and gender nonconforming people. Together, we can transform society to celebrate people’s multiple, intersecting identities. Browse to https://pronounsday.org/.

Oct 18 (Wed) - Living for the Dead premieres (Hulu) In "Living for the Dead," five fabulous, queer ghost hunters roam the country, helping the living by healing the dead. Our gay "Ghost Hunties" explore infamous haunted locations while pushing past boundaries with both the living and the deceased. Browse to https://www.hulu.com.

Oct 18 (Wed) - Active Shooter Response & Stop The Bleed Training (Blasco Memorial Erie County Public Library, 160 East Front Street, Erie, PA 16507) 6 PM - 8 PM. MUST REGISTER BY FRIDAY, OCT. 13th - CALL 814-823-5205. Active Shooter Event can happen anytime & anywhere. Learn what to expect in an active shooter event & how to react. Bleeding is the #1 cause of preventable death after injury. Participants will learn 3 quick actions, in order to save a life. Training sponsored by Northwest Pennsylvania Medical Reserve Corps & Erie County Department of Health. Phone: (814) 823-5205. Venue Phone: (814) 451-6900. Email: mrc@eriecountypa.gov. Browse to https://eriecountypa.gov/departments/health/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/49d802fd3f6c494a8583362c19285a91. Browse to venue web site http://www.erielibrary.org/.

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

Oct 19 (Thu) - Queer Open Mic (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 10 PM. Come hang out at our monthly open mics hosted by the awesome, talented, and slaying Gwen Elaine! FREE! BYOB (wrist bands provided for anyone with alcohol). if you want to register as a performer, email info@comptonstable.org Contact: Gwen Elaine. Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Oct 19 (Thu) - PFLAG Westfield NY meets (Patterson Library, 40 S Portage St, Westfield, NY 14787) 6:30 PM. Support group for parents, friends and family of LGBTQ+ people. Contact: Patricia. Phone: (716)-450-9055. Venue Phone: (716) 326-2154. Browse to venue web site https://www.pattersonlib.org/.

Oct 19 (Thu) - Lotz of Tea with Mona (Lotz of Tea) 7 PM. With co-host Large Marge. Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/LotzofTea.

Oct 20 (Fri) - Fierce Fridays With Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 10:30 PM. With special guests Shear D'Heaux and Snarebear. Every Friday night, join us at the Zone Dance Club for an unforgettable evening of fabulousness, hosted by the one and only Rebecca Mae. Get ready to be dazzled as Rebecca takes the stage alongside special guests, featuring both our talented house cast and regional drag superstars. Doors open at 8 pm. $5 cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/TheZoneDanceClub.

Oct 21 (Sat) - Journey: Healing Together - LGBTQ+ Crafternoon (Journey: Healing Together, 201 W. 11th Street, Erie, PA 16501) 11 AM - 2 PM. CottageCore and Curious Crafter’s alike are welcome! Journey: Healing Together hosts a casual time of crafting and conversation. Crafting is a great anxiety reducer and being around great people while you're creating is even better! We are a Queer-Affirming space so LGBTQ+, Allies and Accomplices are welcome! $5 suggested donation per person or $10 max per family (Children welcome, although we do not provide any childcare or facilitation). Phone: (814) 867-5309. Browse to https://journeyht.org/.

Oct 21 (Sat) - Halloween Costume Extraordinaire (Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge No. 119, 201 West State Street, Olean, NY 14760) 4 PM - 8 PM. Come on out for an amazing time with friends, family, and tons of fun! This event is BYOB and Dish to Pass! Members: FREE, NonMembers: $3 Single/$5 Couple/$8 Family. Please RSVP and state your attendance count and dish to pass! Email: colors.14760@gmail.com. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/COLORSinOlean14760. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/2051118928556945.

Oct 22 - 28 (Sun - Sat) - Ace Week Ace Week, formerly Asexual Awareness Week, is an international campaign that seeks to educate about asexual, aromantic, demisexual, and grey-asexual experiences and to create materials that are accessible to our community and our allies around the world. Browse to https://www.aceweek.org/.

Oct 22 (Sun) - 15th Annual Diversity Worship Service (Community United Church, 1011 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508-2540) 11 AM. Please join us as we celebrate our 15th Annual Diversity Service, recognizing our national Open and Affirming status as a Christian congregation. Here, LGBTQ people are warmly welcome! Contact: Rev. Dr. Rich McCarty. Phone: (814) 864-4429. Email: communityunitedchurch@yahoo.com. Browse to http://communityunited.church/.

Oct 22 (Sun) - Zone Haunted Brunch (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 12 PM. Brunch is BACK! Alysin Wonderland and DJ Tony G bring our brunches back with a special HAUNTED edition! Featuring Miss Erie 2023 Shea D'Heaux, Rebecca Mae, and special guest Bact Eeriea! Doors open at 11 AM, showtime at 12 Pm. Tickets are $25 (plus service fees) and includes the show and brunch buffet! Phone: (814) 452-0125. Email: info@thezonedanceclub.com. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.thezonedanceclub.com/tickets.

Oct 22 (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. Email: daleallgeier@outlook.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/2225463364329840.

Oct 22 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Community United Church, 1011 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508-2540) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting that meets every Sunday, at 7PM, at Community United Church Phone: (814) 504-1507. Venue Phone: (814) 864-4429. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site http://communityunited.church/.

Oct 23 (Mon) - Last Day to Register to Vote in Pennsylvania General Election Pennsylvania General Election is Tuesday, November 7 You must already be registered to vote to apply for an absentee or mail-in ballot. Browse to https://www.vote.pa.gov/Register-to-Vote/Pages/How-to-Register-to-Vote.aspx.

Oct 23 (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/.

Oct 24 (Tue) - Compton's Table Chat and Chill Social Hour for Youth (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 5 PM - 7 PM. Register for location with info@comptonstable.org. For ages 13-18. FREE! Phone: (814) 580-8185. Email: info@comptonstable.org. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Oct 24 (Tue) - Compton's Table Chat and Chill Social Hour for Youth (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 5 PM - 7 PM. Register for location with info@comptonstable.org. For ages 13-18. FREE! Phone: (814) 580-8185. Email: info@comptonstable.org. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Oct 24 (Tue) - Erie Gay News folding/distribution work party (Lake Erie Counseling Associates, 1932 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16505) 7 PM. Help us get out the print edition of Erie Gay News. Volunteers are very much welcome and needed! You can also sign up for the Erie GLBT News and Events list at https://lists.eriegaynews.com/. Contact: Michael Mahler. Phone: (814) 456-9833. Venue Phone: (814) 455-4009. Email: info@eriegaynews.com. Browse to https://www.eriegaynews.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/525190493001795.

Oct 24 (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/.

Oct 25 (Wed) - NW PA Pride Alliance LGBTQIA and Allies Happy Hour (Cussewago Creek Distillery, 993 Water St, Meadville, PA 16335) 5:30 PM - 9 PM. Travis and Brett came up with the idea of having a monthly happy hour get together for the LGBT and allies community in Crawford County. ALL are WELCOME. This is a time to network and socialize with the LBGTQ community and allies in the Meadville area, make new friends and meet people you may not know. An RSVP would be appreciated by not necessary. All are welcome so please share and spread the word! Don't forget to bring your business cards for exchange. Phone: (814) 314-9075. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/CussewagoCreekDistillery/.

Oct 25 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Oct 26 (Thu) - Intersex Awareness Day Intersex Awareness Day on October 26 marks the first public demonstration by intersex people in North America. Morgan Holmes and Max Beck of Intersex Society of North America (ISNA) were joined by allies from Transexual Menace and other organizations. It took place on October 26, 1996 in Boston, Massachusetts outside a conference of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Browse to https://intersexday.org/en/intersex-awareness-day/.

Oct 26 (Thu) - Teen Trans support group meets (G.A. Family Services, 210 Gustavus Ave, Jamestown, NY 14701) 5 PM. Contact: Kaden Mason. Phone: (716) 708-6161. Email: kmason@lutheran-jamestown.org. Browse to http://gafamilyservices.org/.

Oct 26 (Thu) - Aging with Pride Social Hour (Like My Thai?, 827 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM - 8 PM. Aging with Pride, an organization of senior LGBT+ members and allies, is hosting a social. This organization develops and sponsors social/recreational and educational events to promote healthy leisure activities, community and an active, enjoyable lifestyle. They are sponsoring this social hour (OK, social two hours) to interact with members of the community and to get a sense of the types of activities that are of interest to senior LGBT+ individuals. For more information about Aging with Pride, visit their website at AgingWithPrideErie.org, or email Dale Allgeier at DaleAllgeier@outlook.com. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 504-6281. Email: daleallgeier@outlook.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1238512160877018. Browse to venue web site http://www.likemythai.com/.

Oct 26 (Thu) - Mild to Wild Discussion Group (Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County, 31 Water Street Suite 7, Jamestown, NY 14701) 6 PM - 7:30 PM. Mild to Wild is a discussion group about sex and substance use designed for gay and bisexual men and folks of trans experience. Meets in person at MHA and also on Zoom. Phone: (716) 661-9044.

Oct 27 (Fri) - Aging with Pride screening of Rocky Horror Picture Show (Erie Movie House, 3424 W Lake Rd, Erie, PA 16505) 7 PM. Free Admission. Costumes Optional – BYOB. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 636-1662. Email: daleallgeier@outlook.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. Browse to venue web site http://eriemoviehouse.wix.com/erie-movie-house.

Oct 27 (Fri) - M & J's Lounge Annual Halloween Party (M & J's Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA 16001) 9 PM. Prizes and a Hell of a spooky night. Doors open at 9:00 pm. Phone: (724) 602-8447. Email: JoshuaSean2009@AOL.COM. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/MandJsLounge.

Oct 27 (Fri) - Fierce Fridays With Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 10:30 PM. Every Friday night, join us at the Zone Dance Club for an unforgettable evening of fabulousness, hosted by the one and only Rebecca Mae. Get ready to be dazzled as Rebecca takes the stage alongside special guests, featuring both our talented house cast and regional drag superstars. Doors open at 8 pm. $5 cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/TheZoneDanceClub.

Oct 28 (Sat) - TransFamily of NWPA (Erie) Transgender Support Group meets (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 2 PM - 5 PM. Meetings are hosted at Compton's Table, 3401 State St, Erie PA. All current CDC, state, and local guidelines for meeting indoors will be observed. Meetings are always confidential and completely free. Venue Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/TransfamilyOfNWPA. Browse to venue web site https://comptonstable.org/.

Oct 29 (Sun) - Full Spectrum Halloween Drag Story Time (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 12 PM - 2 PM. Join us for a new series of Drag Story-Time events. Starting with a Halloween Themed one. Event is free and open to the public as well as family friendly! Hosted by Starrlet O’Hara and other local Drag Performers. Costumes are encouraged but not required/ Free candy and refreshments. Security will be onsite at all times Phone: (234) 254-8924. Email: info@fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/850686456681429.

Oct 29 (Sun) - Fundraising event for Pip-Skey's Foundation for Homeless Animals (Sneakers, 100 W Harrison St, Jamestown, NY 14701) 2 PM - 6 PM. Music, raffles, and a chance to win a signed Josh Allen jersey! Contact: Mary Green. Phone: (716) 484-8816. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/sneakersjamestown/.

Oct 29 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Community United Church, 1011 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508-2540) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting that meets every Sunday, at 7PM, at Community United Church Phone: (814) 504-1507. Venue Phone: (814) 864-4429. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site http://communityunited.church/.

Oct 30 (Mon) - Improving Treatments for Drug and Alcohol Use Listening Session (The Pointe, 259 Seneca Street, Oil City, PA 16301) 11 AM. Recovery is Community NWPA wants to hear about what community members think should be done locally to improve treatment for drugs and alcohol use. The UPMC Center for High-Value Health Care will be hosting listening sessions where individuals who identify LGBTQIA+, a person of color, and/or loved ones of someone who uses drugs can share their experiences, thoughts, and ideas about using drugs/alcohol, seeking treatment, and recovery. Sessions will be in-person, last about an hour, and light refreshments will be provided for participants. Venue Phone: (814) 676-1009. Browse to https://www.recoveryisnwpa.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://bit.ly/ListeningSessionNWPA. Browse to venue web site https://www.thepointeoilcity.com/.

Oct 30 (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/.

Oct 31 (Tue) - Last Day to Request a Mail-In Ballot for Pennsylvania General Election Pennsylvania General Election is Tuesday, November 7 You must already be registered to vote to apply for an absentee or mail-in ballot. Browse to https://www.vote.pa.gov/Voting-in-PA/Pages/Mail-and-Absentee-Ballot.aspx.

Oct 31 (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/.

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

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

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

Nov 3 (Fri) - Improving Treatments for Drug and Alcohol Use Listening Session (Crawford County Mental Health Awareness Program (CHAPS), 944 Liberty Street, Meadville, PA 16335) 10:30 AM. Recovery is Community NWPA wants to hear about what community members think should be done locally to improve treatment for drugs and alcohol use. The UPMC Center for High-Value Health Care will be hosting listening sessions where individuals who identify LGBTQIA+, a person of color, and/or loved ones of someone who uses drugs can share their experiences, thoughts, and ideas about using drugs/alcohol, seeking treatment, and recovery. Sessions will be in-person, last about an hour, and light refreshments will be provided for participants. Venue Phone: (814) 333-2924. Browse to https://www.recoveryisnwpa.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://bit.ly/ListeningSessionNWPA. Browse to venue web site http://www.chapsinc.org/.

Nov 3 (Fri) - Journey: Healing Together - LGBTQ+ Affirmative Game Night (Journey: Healing Together, 201 W. 11th Street, Erie, PA 16501) 5 PM. Gather around 5pm for a couple of hours to geek out with fellow gamers. Ages 18+ choose from a variety of board, card, dice, games. As the group grows, smaller groups can split off and play different games. There are plenty of quiet spaces avaialble to regroup for those of us who can get over stimulated sometimes. Hosted by Eric Reiche, Milo Orr, and Leo Ferko, there are opportunities to meet up with friends new and familiar. We are definitely an LGBTQ+ affirming space! Allies and Accomplices welcome! $5 suggested donation. Phone: (814) 867-5309. Browse to https://journeyht.org/.

Nov 5 (Sun) - Trans Parent Day Celebrates life and the love between Transgender parents and their children. And parents and their Transgender children. Browse to http://transparentday.org/.

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

Nov 5 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Community United Church, 1011 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508-2540) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting that meets every Sunday, at 7PM, at Community United Church Phone: (814) 504-1507. Venue Phone: (814) 864-4429. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site http://communityunited.church/.

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

Nov 7 (Tue) - Pennsylvania Municipal General Election 7 AM - 8 PM. Polls open from 7 AM to 8 PM. Be sure to read the Erie Gay News Voters Guide in our November issue!

Nov 7 (Tue) - Compton's Table Chat and Chill Social Hour for Youth (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 5 PM - 7 PM. Register for location with info@comptonstable.org. For ages 13-18. FREE! Phone: (814) 580-8185. Email: info@comptonstable.org. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

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

Nov 8 (Wed) - Intersex Day of Remembrance Intersex Day of Remembrance, also known as Intersex Solidarity Day, is an internationally observed civil awareness day designed to highlight issues faced by intersex people. It marks the birthday of Herculine Barbin, a French intersex person whose memoirs were later published by Michel Foucault in Herculine Barbin: Being the Recently Discovered Memoirs of a Nineteenth-century French Hermaphrodite. Browse to https://intersexday.org/en/category/actions/solidarity/.

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

Nov 10 (Fri) - Improving Treatments for Drug and Alcohol Use Listening Session (Corry Counseling of LECOM Health, 45 E Washington St, Corry, PA 16407) 9 AM. Recovery is Community NWPA wants to hear about what community members think should be done locally to improve treatment for drugs and alcohol use. The UPMC Center for High-Value Health Care will be hosting listening sessions where individuals who identify LGBTQIA+, a person of color, and/or loved ones of someone who uses drugs can share their experiences, thoughts, and ideas about using drugs/alcohol, seeking treatment, and recovery. Sessions will be in-person, last about an hour, and light refreshments will be provided for participants. Venue Phone: (814) 664-7761. Browse to https://www.recoveryisnwpa.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://bit.ly/ListeningSessionNWPA. Browse to venue web site https://www.csccorry.org/.

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

Nov 11 (Sat) - Night of the Living Drag (SUNY Fredonia, 280 Central Ave. - Williams Center Multi-Purpose Room, Fredonia, NY 14063) 7 PM - 10 PM. Students - $3, General Public - $5. Phone: (716) 673-3111 . Browse to http://home.fredonia.edu/.

Nov 12 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Community United Church, 1011 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508-2540) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting that meets every Sunday, at 7PM, at Community United Church Phone: (814) 504-1507. Venue Phone: (814) 864-4429. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site http://communityunited.church/.

Nov 13 (Mon) - Deadline for Erie Gay News December 2023 print edition (#337) (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, November 21. For a complete list of upcoming deadlines and release dates, check the print edition schedule at www.eriegaynews.com/printedition/deadlineschedule.php Contact: Michael Mahler. Phone: (814) 456-9833. Email: info@eriegaynews.com. Browse to https://www.eriegaynews.com.

Nov 13 - 19 (Mon - Sun) - Transgender Awareness Week Individuals and organizations around the country participate in Transgender Awareness Week to help raise the visibility of transgender and gender non-conforming people, and address the issues the community faces. Browse to https://www.glaad.org/transweek.

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

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

Nov 14 (Tue) - Intimacy Building Book Club: The Penis Book by Dr. Aaron Spitz (Erie County Public Library Iroquois Branch, 4212 Iroquois Ave, Erie, PA 16511) 6 PM - 7:30 PM. Want to learn skills to build your intimate relationships? Want to better understand yourself and your body? Want a safe place to discuss your questions, concerns, and experiences 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 free 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. Venue Phone: (814) 451-7082. Email: sexualwellnesspa@gmail.com. Browse to https://www.sexualwellnesspa.com/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.sexualwellnesspa.com/bookclubs. Browse to venue web site https://erielibrary.org/accordions/iroquois-branch-library/.

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

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

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

Nov 16 (Thu) - Spirit Day Each year on Spirit Day, millions go purple to support LGBTQ youth. #SpiritDay Browse to http://www.glaad.org/spiritday.

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

Nov 16 (Thu) - PFLAG Westfield NY meets (Patterson Library, 40 S Portage St, Westfield, NY 14787) 6:30 PM. Support group for parents, friends and family of LGBTQ+ people. Contact: Patricia. Phone: (716)-450-9055. Venue Phone: (716) 326-2154. Browse to venue web site https://www.pattersonlib.org/.

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

Nov 17 (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/.

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

Nov 19 (Sun) - Journey: Healing Together - Banned Book Club (Journey: Healing Together, 201 W. 11th Street, Erie, PA 16501) 2 PM - 4 PM. Phone: (814) 867-5309. Browse to https://journeyht.org/.

Nov 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. Entrance to the center is the red ramp on the side of the building off of the parking lot. Please do not use the front door! Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Nov 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. Entrance to the center is the red ramp on the side of the building off of the parking lot. Please do not use the front door! Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Nov 19 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Community United Church, 1011 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508-2540) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting that meets every Sunday, at 7PM, at Community United Church Phone: (814) 504-1507. Venue Phone: (814) 864-4429. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site http://communityunited.church/.

Nov 20 (Mon) - Transgender Day of Remembrance The Transgender Day of Remembrance was set aside to memorialize those who were killed due to anti-transgender hatred or prejudice. Browse to http://tdor.info/.

Nov 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/.

Nov 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/.

Nov 21 (Tue) - Compton's Table Chat and Chill Social Hour for Youth (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 5 PM - 7 PM. Register for location with info@comptonstable.org. For ages 13-18. FREE! Phone: (814) 580-8185. Email: info@comptonstable.org. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Nov 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/.

Nov 22 (Wed) - NW PA Pride Alliance LGBTQIA and Allies Happy Hour (Julian's Bar & Grill, 299 Chestnut St, Meadville, PA 16335) 5:30 PM - 9 PM. Travis and Brett came up with the idea of having a monthly happy hour get together for the LGBT and allies community in Crawford County. ALL are WELCOME. This is a time to network and socialize with the LBGTQ community and allies in the Meadville area, make new friends and meet people you may not know. An RSVP would be appreciated by not necessary. All are welcome so please share and spread the word! Don't forget to bring your business cards for exchange. Phone: (814) 314-9075. Venue Phone: (814) 337-8513. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/Julians-Bar-Grill-1590463787848338/.

Nov 22 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Nov 23 (Thu) - Mild to Wild Discussion Group (Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County, 31 Water Street Suite 7, Jamestown, NY 14701) 6 PM - 7:30 PM. Mild to Wild is a discussion group about sex and substance use designed for gay and bisexual men and folks of trans experience. Meets in person at MHA and also on Zoom. Phone: (716) 661-9044.

Nov 25 (Sat) - TransFamily of NWPA (Erie) Transgender Support Group meets (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 2 PM - 5 PM. Meetings are hosted at Compton's Table, 3401 State St, Erie PA. All current CDC, state, and local guidelines for meeting indoors will be observed. Meetings are always confidential and completely free. Venue Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/TransfamilyOfNWPA. Browse to venue web site https://comptonstable.org/.

Nov 26 (Sun) - Live & Let Live AA Chapter meets (Community United Church, 1011 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508-2540) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting that meets every Sunday, at 7PM, at Community United Church Phone: (814) 504-1507. Venue Phone: (814) 864-4429. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue web site http://communityunited.church/.

Nov 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/.

Nov 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/.

Nov 29 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Nov 30 (Thu) - Teen Trans support group meets (G.A. Family Services, 210 Gustavus Ave, Jamestown, NY 14701) 5 PM. Contact: Kaden Mason. Phone: (716) 708-6161. Email: kmason@lutheran-jamestown.org. Browse to http://gafamilyservices.org/.