Sep 6 - 28 (Fri - Sat) - Buffalo United Artists presents Monsters of the American Cinema (Compass Performing Arts Center, 545 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14222) When his husband passes away, Remy Washington, a Black man, unexpectedly becomes the owner of a drive-in movie theater and the guardian of his late husband's straight, white teenage son, Pup. Bound by their shared love for classic American monster movies, they form a warm and caring bond. Their relationship unravels when Remy learns that Pup and his friends have been bullying a gay classmate. Through intertwining monologues and sharp dialogue, "Monsters of the American Cinema" explores fathers and sons, the ghosts of our pasts, and the monsters we face within ourselves. Phone: (716) 886-9239. Venue Phone: (716) 697-0837. Email: buffalobua@gmail.com. Browse to https://buffalounitedartists.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://MonstersCinema.eventbrite.com. Browse to venue web site https://compassperformingartscenter.com.

Sep 10 (Tue) - PFLAG of Chautauqua meeting (Secret Undisclosed Location, 100 E 2nd St 2nd Floor, Jamestown, NY 14701) 6:30 PM. PFLAG of Chautauqua, a support group for allies, loved ones and the entire Queer community. Please visit our Facebook group, https://www.facebook.com/groups/594395124695283, or email PFLAGCHQ@GMAIL.COM or call (814) 313-4495 for details. Phone: (814) 313-4495. Venue Phone: (716) 846-1398. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/594395124695283. Browse to venue web site http://www.secretundisclosed.com/.

Sep 10 (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. 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: Richelle Kohler. Venue Phone: (814) 332-0359. Browse to https://transfamilynwpa.org/.

Sep 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/.

Sep 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/.

Sep 11 (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/.

Sep 11 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Sep 12 (Thu) - ASCEND Erie Queer Scouts Climbing Club (ASCEND Erie, 426 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM - 8 PM. Queer Scouts is an LGBTQ+ climbing club with the goal of creating connection and a safer and more inclusive community. Just look for the Queer Scout mascot, the tiny rainbow unicorn! Bring your authentic self and enjoy an evening of climbing and fun! We'll climb some walls and get to know each other. Club meetups are open to allies as well! Enjoy a discounted day pass when you attend a club meetup, and look out for our FREE QFTW Affinity Sessions every other month. No climbing experience is necessary, and your climbing shoes and chalk rental are free the first time you visit ASCEND. Check out the full club's schedule at AscendClimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule Phone: (582) 228-9035. Browse to https://www.ascendclimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule.

Sep 12 (Thu) - Bears Do Dinner #119 (Wooden Ladle Ramen & Rice Bowl, 4753 West Lake Rd, 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) 315-6868. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/BearsDoDinnerEriePA/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1150089979418473.

Sep 12 (Thu) - Zone Flow (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove! Spin with us to high energy EDM hits! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Sep 13 - 15 (Fri - Sun) - Back 2 School Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) With DJ Joe, DJ Bird, MC Buffy Phone: (814) 452-0125. Email: info@thezonedanceclub.com. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Sep 13 - 15 (Fri - Sun) - Halloween Weekend (Jones Pond Campground & RV Park, 9835 Old State Rd, Angelica, NY 14709-8729) Come one, come all to our spooky circus themed spectacular this Halloween weekend! Saturday afternoon we "Trick or Drink" at Mike and Phil's on site 239 for their 2nd Annual Halloween Party. On Saturday night, find your way Under A Big Top for the main event. Get ready for circus freaks and oddities. Gape in horror at the Bearded Lady, the Lizard Man, and other bizarre creatures. The ringmaster will try to maintain control over his creepy cast of characters, but things are bound to take a twist. Come...if you dare! Our circus-inspired Halloween weekend will be a creepy, kooky, spooktacular event full of games, thrills, chills, and haunting fun. Phone: (585) 567-8100. Email: info@jonespond.com. Browse to http://www.jonespond.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.jonespond.com/events/halloween-weekend-2.

Sep 13 (Fri) - Rebecca Mae's Flawless Fridays Friday the 13th Show (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 10:30 PM. Celebrate Friday the 13th with a spooky edition of Rebecca Mae's Flawless Fridays! Join Rebecca Mae, Shea D'Heaux, Savannah Ray (Pittsburgh, PA), and Snarebear for a night of thrilling performances and eerie fun. Doors open at 8pm, and the show kicks off at 10:30pm. Sponsored by Snowbelt Enterprises, come get your fright on at The Zone! $5 Cover - 21+ with Valid ID Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/TheZoneDanceClub.

Sep 14 (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 even-numbered months and QFTW (Queer, Femme, Trans, Women) in odd-numbered months. Please register for session at https://www.ascendclimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule or by contacting the front desk These FREE climbing sessions are intended only for those in our community who identify with these affinity groups. Rental gear included. Phone: (582) 228-9035. Browse to https://www.ascendclimbing.com/equity.

Sep 14 (Sat) - Wild Wild West Country Western Night (Camp Davis, 311 Redbrush Rd, Boyers, PA 16020-1219) 9 PM. Yeehaw! Get ready for a night of Wild, Wild West fun at our county western Naked Dance Party! Phone: (724) 637-2402. Browse to http://campdavispa.com/.

Sep 15 (Sun) - Deadline for Erie Gay News October 2024 print edition (#347) (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, September 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.

Sep 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/.

Sep 15 (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/.

Sep 16 - 23 (Mon - Mon) - Bisexual Awareness Week Co-founded by GLAAD, Bisexual+ Awareness Week seeks to accelerate acceptance of the bi+ (pansexual, fluid, no label, queer, etc.) community. #BiWeek draws attention to the experiences, while also celebrating the resiliency of, the bisexual+ community. Throughout #BiWeek, allies and bi+ people learn about the history, culture, community, and current policy priorities of bi+ communities. Browse to http://bisexualweek.com/.

Sep 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/.

Sep 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/.

Sep 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/.

Sep 18 (Wed) - National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day This day brings attention to the growing number of people living long and full lives with HIV and to their health and social needs. #NHAAAD #HIVandAging Browse to http://www.theaidsinstitute.org/programs/education/national-hivaids-and-aging-awareness-nhaaa.

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

Sep 19 (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.

Sep 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/.

Sep 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.

Sep 19 (Thu) - Zone Flow (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove! Spin with us to high energy EDM hits! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Sep 20 - 22 (Fri - Sun) - Camp YETI Euchre Weekend & Mega Bingo (Jones Pond Campground & RV Park, 9835 Old State Rd, Angelica, NY 14709-8729) Grab your dauber (or a friend's dauber) and head to the Pond this weekend. We will be featuring two classic pastimes - euchre and bingo. Saturday afternoon is our annual Camp YETI (Yearly Euchre Tournament Invitational) Euchre Tournament. $20 to enter and 100% of the money is given back to winners - plus a lot more! Saturday night it's time for Mega Bingo. We've been saving 10% of the pot all season long to add to this Saturday night's game. 100% off all money collected throughout the season is paid to winners! Whether you're a competitive card shark or just looking for some weekend entertainment, our euchre and bingo games weekend has something for everyone. Come try your hand at these classic games and we look forward to seeing you at the Pond. Phone: (585) 567-8100. Email: info@jonespond.com. Browse to http://www.jonespond.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.jonespond.com/events/camp-yeti-euchre-weekend-and-mega-bingo.

Sep 20 (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/.

Sep 20 (Fri) - Zone Divas Superheroes (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 10:30 PM. Get ready to be amazed as our fierce divas take on the roles of your favorite superheroes! Join us at the Zone Dance Club for a night of stunning performances, incredible costumes, and unforgettable entertainment. Hosted by the fabulous Misty Michaels Kall, our show features the legendary Vivian Vendetta-Sinclaire, the hilarious Debbie Does Drag, and the stunning Cherry Falwell. Witness these modern-day superheroes as they bring the art of drag to life with their captivating performances. Spend your day exploring Comicon Erie / Brick Erie, and then continue the fun with us at the Zone Dance Club. Don't miss this epic event! $5 Cover / 21+ with ID Phone: (814) 452-0125. Email: info@thezonedanceclub.com. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Sep 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/.

Sep 21 (Sat) - Aging with Pride Book Club - Let's Pretend This Never Happened by Jenny Lawson (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. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 864-1565. Email: daleallgeier@outlook.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. Browse to venue web site http://www.wernerbooks.com/.

Sep 21 (Sat) - Naked Frat Party (Camp Davis, 311 Redbrush Rd, Boyers, PA 16020-1219) 9 PM. Get ready for a night of wild fun and non-stop laughter at the Naked Frat Party's & Best Butt Contest! Don't miss out on the chance to show off your assets and be crowned the ultimate winner! Phone: (724) 637-2402. Browse to http://campdavispa.com/.

Sep 22 (Sun) - Aging with Pride planning meeting (Lake Erie Counseling Associates, 1932 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16505) 1 PM - 3 PM. Enrolling in Medicare or making changes during open enrollment can be a challenge. Ron Crist, a Medicare Specialist with HUB International, will be our guest speaker. Ron has a lot of experience and has advised many on making choices without a bias toward one company/plan or another. If you are interested and not routinely in attendance but plan to come, RSVP to kemlynb@gmail.com. We hope this will be welcome information for all of us Aging with Pride. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 455-4009. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/.

Sep 22 (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/.

Sep 23 (Mon) - Celebrate Bisexuality Day Marked each year since 1999, Bi Visibility Day raises bi awareness and challenges bisexual & biromantic erasure. Browse to https://bivisibilityday.com/.

Sep 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/.

Sep 24 (Tue) - ASCEND Erie Queer Scouts Climbing Club (ASCEND Erie, 426 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM - 8 PM. Queer Scouts is an LGBTQ+ climbing club with the goal of creating connection and a safer and more inclusive community. Just look for the Queer Scout mascot, the tiny rainbow unicorn! Bring your authentic self and enjoy an evening of climbing and fun! We'll climb some walls and get to know each other. Club meetups are open to allies as well! Enjoy a discounted day pass when you attend a club meetup, and look out for our FREE QFTW Affinity Sessions every other month. No climbing experience is necessary, and your climbing shoes and chalk rental are free the first time you visit ASCEND. Check out the full club's schedule at AscendClimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule Phone: (582) 228-9035. Browse to https://www.ascendclimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule.

Sep 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/366914709071731.

Sep 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/.

Sep 25 (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/.

Sep 25 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Sep 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. Browse to http://gafamilyservices.org/.

Sep 26 (Thu) - Aging with Pride Dinner (Thai Taste Cuisine, 35 Peninsula Dev, Erie, PA 16505) 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. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 920-4125. Email: daleallgeier@outlook.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/531218269261621. Browse to venue web site https://www.thaitasteerie.com/.

Sep 26 (Thu) - Zone Flow (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove! Spin with us to high energy EDM hits! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Sep 27 - 29 (Fri - Sun) - Harvest Moon Weekend (Closing Weekend) (Jones Pond Campground & RV Park, 9835 Old State Rd, Angelica, NY 14709-8729) Join us for a magical weekend at the Pond, the final weekend getaway of the season for non-seasonal campers. Experience autumn in all its glory with wine and craft beer tastings. Test your trivia skills during afternoon games in the barn. Join us for our year end dinner prepared by James & Kelly at the Cafe. Gather round the campfire and dance during our final two dances of the season. This is your last chance to reconnect with friends old and new before the season comes to a close. Take advantage of our Harvest Moon special - all accommodations are 50% off. Treat yourself to a cozy cabin, go glamping in a rental RV or the Guest House or park your RV in our campground. Phone: (585) 567-8100. Email: info@jonespond.com. Browse to http://www.jonespond.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.jonespond.com/events/harvest-moon-weekend-closing-weekend.

Sep 27 (Fri) - National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day In 2008 the National Association of People with AIDS launched this observance day to recognize the disproportionate impact of the epidemic on gay men. #NGMHAAD Browse to https://www.hiv.gov/events/awareness-days/gay-mens.

Sep 27 (Fri) - Meadville FreeShop 2024, Fall Edition (Meadville Public Library, 848 N Main St, Meadville, PA 16335) 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM. Donate your gently used clothing, blankets, toys, games, kitchen items, non-perishable food items, and baby items. Venue Phone: (814) 336-1773. Email: info@paequality.com. Browse to https://paequality.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/520796510274395. Browse to venue web site https://meadvillelibrary.org/.

Sep 27 (Fri) - Platonic Boyfriends, Nancy Boys, and Common Spence (Philly On The Rocks, 401 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16502) 6:30 PM. Lets Welcome Detroit touring band Platonic Boyfriends! ?‍? Instagram.com/platonicboyfriendz They are a high energy, show stopping, punk band that you DONT want to miss! With Special guest and local favorites, Nancy Boys and Common Spence! $5 entry Doors open at 6:30 pm All at the one place to get the BEST Philly Cheesesteaks & Drinks Phone: (814) 315-1193. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/phillyontherockseriepa. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/2741049302721220.

Sep 27 (Fri) - Rebecca Mae's Flawless Fridays Grand Finale (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 10:30 PM. Flawless Fridays at The Zone! Rebecca Mae hosts an epic night featuring Blonde Vanity (Columbus, OH), Misty Michaels Kall, and Danyel Vasquez (Akron, OH). Celebrate the finale with show-stopping performances and unforgettable moments. Doors open at 8pm, and the show begins at 10:30pm. Sponsored by Snowbelt Enterprises, end the series with a bang! $5 Cover - 21+ with Valid ID Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/TheZoneDanceClub.

Sep 28 (Sat) - Meadville FreeShop 2024, Fall Edition (Day 2) (Meadville Public Library, 848 N Main St, Meadville, PA 16335) 10 AM - 4 PM. Donate your gently used clothing, blankets, toys, games, kitchen items, non-perishable food items, and baby items. Gather what you need for free. Venue Phone: (814) 336-1773. Email: info@paequality.com. Browse to https://paequality.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1016810243337741. Browse to venue web site https://meadvillelibrary.org/.

Sep 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/.

Sep 28 (Sat) - Cum As You Are! (Camp Davis, 311 Redbrush Rd, Boyers, PA 16020-1219) 9 PM. Need a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life? Take this weekend to unwind, recharge, and get ready for the next amazing weekend ahead! Embrace the "Cum As You Are" mantra and make the most of your downtime. Phone: (724) 637-2402. Browse to http://campdavispa.com/.

Sep 29 (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/.

Sep 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 1 - 31 (Tue - Thu) - 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 (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 2 (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 2 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Oct 3 (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.

Oct 3 (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 4 - 5 (Fri - Sat) - Michelle Michaels' Pink Party Benefit Weekend - 20th Anniversary (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) Basket auction, bake sale, and fun merch! Drag show 10 PM Friday night. Proceeds benefit Linked By Pink. Doors open at 8 PM. 21 & over with ID. $5 cover Fri & Sat. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Email: info@thezonedanceclub.com. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Oct 4 (Fri) - Drag Me to the Stage Presents: The Kindness Connection (O'Connell & Company, 4110 Bailey Ave, Amherst, NY 14226) 7 PM. Don't miss this extraordinary evening of entertainment, where you'll be inspired by the power of kindness and community. Join Mrs. Kasha Davis and Nina West for a night that promises to leave you with a smile on your face and warmth in your heart. Phone: (716) 848-0800. Email: info@oconnellandcompany.com. Browse to https://www.oconnellandcompany.com/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.dragmetothestage.com/.

Oct 5 (Sat) - Masquerade (Camp Davis, 311 Redbrush Rd, Boyers, PA 16020-1219) 9 PM. Get ready to unleash your inner mystery and charm at our Masquerade celebration! Dress in your most captivating costumes and join us for a night of enchantment, delicious food, specialty drinks, and amazing prizes. Don't miss out on this unforgettable night of fun and festivities - mark your calendars and get your masks ready! Phone: (724) 637-2402. Browse to http://campdavispa.com/.

Oct 6 (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/.

Oct 6 (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 6 (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/.

Oct 7 (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 8 (Tue) - PFLAG of Chautauqua meeting (Secret Undisclosed Location, 100 E 2nd St 2nd Floor, Jamestown, NY 14701) 6:30 PM. PFLAG of Chautauqua, a support group for allies, loved ones and the entire Queer community. Please visit our Facebook group, https://www.facebook.com/groups/594395124695283, or email PFLAGCHQ@GMAIL.COM or call (814) 313-4495 for details. Phone: (814) 313-4495. Venue Phone: (716) 846-1398. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/594395124695283. Browse to venue web site http://www.secretundisclosed.com/.

Oct 8 (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. 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: Richelle Kohler. Venue Phone: (814) 332-0359. Browse to https://transfamilynwpa.org/.

Oct 8 (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 8 (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 9 (Wed) - Dining Out For Life - Western NY 2024 (Various Restaurants in Western NY) THE MOST SATISFYING MEAL YOU'LL EVER EAT. HOW DOES DINING OUT FOR LIFE WORK? Make plans to dine out or order takeout on Wednesday, October 9 (see https://www.diningoutforlife.com/city/wny/ for a full list of 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, 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.facebook.com/events/854510359508217.

Oct 9 (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/.

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

Oct 10 (Thu) - ASCEND Erie Queer Scouts Climbing Club (ASCEND Erie, 426 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM - 8 PM. Queer Scouts is an LGBTQ+ climbing club with the goal of creating connection and a safer and more inclusive community. Just look for the Queer Scout mascot, the tiny rainbow unicorn! Bring your authentic self and enjoy an evening of climbing and fun! We'll climb some walls and get to know each other. Club meetups are open to allies as well! Enjoy a discounted day pass when you attend a club meetup, and look out for our FREE QFTW Affinity Sessions every other month. No climbing experience is necessary, and your climbing shoes and chalk rental are free the first time you visit ASCEND. Check out the full club's schedule at AscendClimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule Phone: (582) 228-9035. Browse to https://www.ascendclimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule.

Oct 11 (Fri) - 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 - 13 (Fri - Sun) - Pride On The Rocks (Philly On The Rocks, 401 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16502) Come join Philly on the Rocks as we celebrate National Coming Out Day (Oct 11th) all weekend! We will have Queer featured bands and solo musicians, as well as Local Queer Artists and Vendors! We have 3 days planned with different themes happening each day Friday doors open at 6, and the theme for the day is Queer Folk Punk Saturday doors open at 3 pm. Block Party Style theme with two different staged areas! Starting the day off with Indie and Rock and going to end the day with some Queer Pop and Drag! Sunday doors open at 6 pm. With the theme being Queer Open Mic night! Any artist, poet, dancer, etc, that wants to take the stage for 2 -3 numbers, this is your chance to show off your talent or discover new friends! Doors open at 6 pm Friday 3 pm Saturday And 6 pm Sunday for a Queer Open Mic experience! $8 per day Or $15 for the whole weekend The cost of doors will go towards the bands/artist, sound tech, and to Comptons Table!!! So, let's raise money for our community! Event Brought to you by Philly on the Rocks & Nash Drag MC: Roxanne M. F. Lewinsky Flyer created by Cy Eihwaz Event made possible by all the wonderful volunteers within OddCity Entertainment and our community here in the local music scene Phone: (814) 315-1193. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/phillyontherockseriepa. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/844493934316676.

Oct 11 (Fri) - Camp Davis: Until Next Season (Camp Davis, 311 Redbrush Rd, Boyers, PA 16020-1219) 5 PM. Thank you! Phone: (724) 637-2402. Browse to http://campdavispa.com/.

Oct 11 (Fri) - Aging with Pride Movie Night - Maurice (Erie Movie House, 3424 W Lake Rd, Erie, PA 16505) 7 PM. Doors open at 7 PM, and show time is 7:15 PM. Free admission. We will be watching the 1987 gay classic, Maurice, based on E.M. Forster's novel. The seating capacity is 35. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 636-1662. Email: daleallgeier@outlook.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/481488331440404. Browse to venue web site http://eriemoviehouse.wix.com/erie-movie-house.

Oct 12 (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.

Oct 13 (Sun) - 2nd Annual Barks & Booze Basket Raffle for Pip-Skey's! (Sneakers, 100 W Harrison St, Jamestown, NY 14701) 2 PM - 6 PM. Join us for our 2nd Annual Barks & Booze Basket Raffle! Pip-skey's Foundation for Homeless Animals & Sneakers Bar are teaming up for an awesome day of raffles, baskets, drinks, and fun for a great cause! Phone: (716) 484-8816. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/sneakersjamestown/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1188681899009302.

Oct 13 (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/.

Oct 14 (Mon) - Deadline for Erie Gay News November 2024 print edition (#348) (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 22. 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 14 (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 15 (Tue) - 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 (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 15 (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 16 (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 16 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Oct 17 (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.

Oct 17 (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 17 (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 18 (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 18 (Fri) - Pissi Gabune's Super Spoopy Takeover 2! Electric Booooo-Galoo (Edinboro Hotel Bar, 100 Meadville St, Edinboro, PA 16412) 9:30 PM. Doors open at 8:00 PM. 21+ with valid ID. NO COVER. Phone: (814) 734-5103. Email: pat@edinborohotelbar.com. Browse to http://edinborohotelbar.com/.

Oct 19 (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 20 - 26 (Sun - Sat) - Ace Week (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 20 (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/.

Oct 20 (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 20 (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/.

Oct 21 (Mon) - Last Day to Register to Vote for General Election General Election is Tuesday, November 5. 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 21 (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 22 (Tue) - ASCEND Erie Queer Scouts Climbing Club (ASCEND Erie, 426 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM - 8 PM. Queer Scouts is an LGBTQ+ climbing club with the goal of creating connection and a safer and more inclusive community. Just look for the Queer Scout mascot, the tiny rainbow unicorn! Bring your authentic self and enjoy an evening of climbing and fun! We'll climb some walls and get to know each other. Club meetups are open to allies as well! Enjoy a discounted day pass when you attend a club meetup, and look out for our FREE QFTW Affinity Sessions every other month. No climbing experience is necessary, and your climbing shoes and chalk rental are free the first time you visit ASCEND. Check out the full club's schedule at AscendClimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule Phone: (582) 228-9035. Browse to https://www.ascendclimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule.

Oct 22 (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/887627326070471.

Oct 22 (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 23 (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/.

Oct 23 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Oct 25 (Fri) - Big Wigs with Mrs. Kasha Davis and Aggy Dune (Shea's 710 Theatre, 710 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14202) 8 PM. Big Wigs is a Las Vegas-style impersonation show starring Mrs. Kasha Davis from RuPauls Drag Race and her longtime gal pal Aggy Dune. Its two men and many women. Impersonations include Judy Garland, Liza Minnelli, Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Bette Midler, Adele, Reba McEntire, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Joan Rivers, Tina Turner, and Cher. Kasha and Aggy have been performing this show to sell-out crowds for over 20 years. Phone: (716) 847-1410. Browse to http://www.sheas.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.sheas.org/performances/big-wigs.

Oct 26 (Sat) - 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 (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 27 (Sun) - 16th Annual Diversity Worship Service (Community United Church, 1011 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508-2540) 11 AM. Please join us as we celebrate our xxth 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 27 (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/.

Oct 28 (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 29 (Tue) - Last Day to Request a Mail-In Ballot for General Election General Election is Tuesday, November 5. 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 29 (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 30 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Oct 31 (Thu) - Teen Trans support group meets (G.A. Family Services, 210 Gustavus Ave, Jamestown, NY 14701) 5 PM. Contact: Kaden Mason. Phone: (716) 708-6161. Browse to http://gafamilyservices.org/.

Nov 3 (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 3 (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/.

Nov 3 (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 3 (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/.

Nov 4 (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 5 (Tue) - General Election 7 AM - 8 PM. Polls are open from 7 AM to 8 PM.

Nov 5 (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 6 (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 6 (Wed) - Wednesday Night Trivia with Rebecca Mae (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Rebecca Mae. Doors open at 8 pm. Play right on your phone! Fabulous prizes! Trivia begins at 9:30 pm. Happy hour 8 PM-10 PM. $1 off bottled beer.  $2 well drinks. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Nov 7 (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.

Nov 7 (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 8 (Fri) - 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 9 (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 even-numbered months and QFTW (Queer, Femme, Trans, Women) in odd-numbered months. Please register for session at https://www.ascendclimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule or by contacting the front desk These FREE climbing sessions are intended only for those in our community who identify with these affinity groups. Rental gear included. Phone: (582) 228-9035. Browse to https://www.ascendclimbing.com/equity.