Dec 6 (Wed) - Aging with Pride Game Night (Werner Books & Coffee, 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM. Bring games and/or cards with you or just come to play what others bring. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 864-1565. Email: daleallgeier@outlook.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/626156842928442. Browse to venue web site http://www.wernerbooks.com/.

Dec 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/.

Dec 6 (Wed) - LGBTQ+ Drum Circle (St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 410 North Main Street, Jamestown, NY 14701) 7 PM - 8:30 PM. Come explore creative drumming, enjoy music in a playful atmosphere, and make connections with other LGBTQ+ members of the community! This group will foster joy and connection to yourself and with others in a safe, supportive environment. Facilitator Karen Hewes Suber (she/her) is a Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) with a passion for community music making and the "Aha!" moments it can bring. Sessions run approx. 1.5 hours. Monthly meetings on the first Wednesday @ 7 pm at St. Luke's in the Undercroft on 4th St. Hosted in cooperation with St. Luke's and MHA. Donations are welcome, and instruments are provided. Bringing your own instrument(s) is also welcomed! Phone: (716) 483-6405. Browse to https://www.stlukesjamestown.org/.

Dec 6 (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/.

Dec 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.

Dec 7 (Thu) - Zone Flow Together (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove with Snarebear and Buffy Lynn Hayes. Learn to Poi dance with us! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Dec 9 (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/.

Dec 9 (Sat) - Feel The Joy: Buffalo Gay Men's Chorus Holiday Concert (Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 2669 Sheridan Drive, Tonawanda, NY 14150) 7:30 PM. Enjoy a night filled with favorite songs you know and love, new pieces sure to inspire and get into the holiday spirit with us! With classics including "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" and "Dance of the Sugar-Plum Fairy," two Chanukah pieces to celebrate the Festival of Light, a cheeky take on the holidays and new favorites including "Christmas Time is Here" from "A Charlie Brown Christmas," there's something for everyone! Bring your friends and join us for one or both performances and get yourself in the holiday spirit. Phone: (716) 883-1277. Venue Phone: (716) 832-5390. Email: office@TheBGMC.org. Browse to https://TheBGMC.org. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://beta.purplepass.com/events/270907-feel-the-joy-dec-9th-2023. Browse to venue web site https://goodshepherdtona.org/.

Dec 9 (Sat) - Fire & Ice: Renaissance City Choir Holiday Concert (East Liberty Presbyterian Church, 116 S. Highland Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15406) 7:30 PM - 9 PM. Celebrate the Holidays with Renaissance City Choir, with our 2023 Holiday Concert Fire & Ice. This concert will feature your favorites from Mariah Carey to Frozen. Phone: (412) 345-1722. Venue Phone: (412) 441-3800. Email: rcc@rccpittsburgh.com. Browse to http://rccpittsburgh.com/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://rccpittsburgh.ticketleap.com/fireandice/. Browse to venue web site http://cathedralofhope.org/.

Dec 9 (Sat) - Veronyca's Showgirls Presents Holiday Extravaganza (Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge No. 119, 201 West State Street, Olean, NY 14760) 9 PM. Doors open at 8 PM, showtime is 9 PM. Performers include Willow, Dakota, Will, Velvet, Diva, and Khloe. Special guests Asher, Wayne. Melody Magic DJ, Colors Cafe, 50/50. Entry $7.00. COLORS members $5.00. 21+. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/VeronycasShowgirls/.

Dec 10 (Sun) - Human Rights Day Human Rights Day is observed every year on 10 December – the day the United Nations General Assembly adopted, in 1948, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a milestone document that proclaimed the inalienable rights which everyone is inherently entitled to as a human being -- regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, language, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status. Browse to http://www.un.org/en/events/humanrightsday/.

Dec 10 (Sun) - Feel The Joy: Buffalo Gay Men's Chorus Holiday Concert (Orchard Park United Methodist Church, 3700 N Buffalo St, Orchard Park, NY 14127) 3 PM. Enjoy a night filled with favorite songs you know and love, new pieces sure to inspire and get into the holiday spirit with us! With classics including "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" and "Dance of the Sugar-Plum Fairy," two Chanukah pieces to celebrate the Festival of Light, a cheeky take on the holidays and new favorites including "Christmas Time is Here" from "A Charlie Brown Christmas," there's something for everyone! Bring your friends and join us for one or both performances and get yourself in the holiday spirit. Phone: (716) 883-1277. Venue Phone: (716) 662-7912. Email: office@TheBGMC.org. Browse to https://TheBGMC.org. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://beta.purplepass.com/events/270915-feel-the-joy-dec-10th-2023. Browse to venue web site http://www.opumc.com/.

Dec 10 (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/.

Dec 11 (Mon) - Deadline for Erie Gay News January 2024 print edition (#338) (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, December 19. 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.

Dec 11 (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/.

Dec 12 (Tue) - Bears Do Dinner #110 (Bricks American Steakhouse, 417 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 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) 464-0175. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/BearsDoDinnerEriePA/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1456210078614647. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/p/Bricks-American-Steakhouse-100090022761821/.

Dec 12 (Tue) - Intimacy Building Book Club: The Ethical Slut by Janet W. Hardy and Dossie Easton (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/.

Dec 12 (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/.

Dec 12 (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/.

Dec 12 (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/.

Dec 12 (Tue) - Shea D' Heaux's Ghouls and Games A Boulet Brothers Dragula Viewing Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM. Hosted by Miss Erie 2023, Shea D'Heaux. Join us for a hauntingly fabulous evening at our Shea D' Heaux's Ghouls and Games - A Boulet Brother's Dragula Viewing Party! Hosted by the reigning Miss Erie, Shea D'Heaux, the fierce competition unfolds on screen, and the excitement is real. The viewing begins at 9 PM, so grab your crew and immerse yourself in a world of ghoulish glamour. Let's watch the drama, the scares, and the fierceness together! Doors open at 8pm and the viewing starts at 9pm. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Dec 13 (Wed) - Greater Erie Alliance for Equality (GEAE) End of Year Celebration (Room 33 Speakeasy & Cafe, 1033 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM - 9 PM. Please join GEAE to help celebrate you and our community and enjoy complimentary heavy hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and entertainment by the Stephen Trohoske Trio! Please RSVP today at GEAEINFO@GMAIL.COM! $5 Donation at the door. Phone: (866) 229-1974. Venue Phone: (814) 636-5062. Email: GEAEinfo@gmail.com. Browse to http://greatereriealliance.com/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1536701893808730. Browse to venue web site http://www.room33.bar/.

Dec 13 (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/.

Dec 14 (Thu) - Aging with Pride Holiday Cocktail Party (340 Nevada Drv, Erie, PA 16505) 6 PM. Email bdessy@gmail.com for more information. Please RSVP by December 7 to confirm your attendance! Contact: Blane. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Email: bdessy@gmail.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/891981885828455.

Dec 14 (Thu) - Zone Flow Together (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove with Snarebear and Buffy Lynn Hayes. Learn to Poi dance with us! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Dec 15 (Fri) - Gallery Night (Erie Art Museum, 411 State St, Erie, PA 16501-1106) 5 PM - 10 PM.

Dec 15 (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/.

Dec 16 (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/.

Dec 16 (Sat) - Compton's Table Presents Cookies & Queen (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 12 PM - 2 PM. Join us as Miss Erie 2023, Shea D. transforms into Mrs. Claus for crafts, cookies, and cocoa. (Her elves even have some special gifts for those who register by 12/09). We are asking for a suggested donation of $10 (Paypal, Venmo, Cash, or Check). Phone: (814) 580-8185. Email: info@comptonstable.org. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1383205489069236.

Dec 16 (Sat) - Aging with Pride Book Club - Naked Lunch by William S Burroughs (Werner Books & Coffee, 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA 16508) 1 PM. The Aging with Pride Book Club currently meets the third Saturday of the month at 1:00 PM. Werner Books offers a 20% discount on books purchased for the book club. Venue Phone: (814) 864-1565. Email: awpebookclub@gmail.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/256371416960305. Browse to venue web site http://www.wernerbooks.com/.

Dec 16 (Sat) - 4th Annual Full Spectrum Holiday Hangout (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 5 PM - 7 PM. Free & family-friendly! Pizza & soda pop. Holiday cookies, hot chocolate, holiday music, ugliest sweater contest, and drag queen story time. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Email: info@fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/3095528067257709.

Dec 17 (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/897068917929321/.

Dec 17 (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/.

Dec 17 (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/.

Dec 17 (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/.

Dec 17 (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/.

Dec 18 (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/.

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

Dec 19 (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 at https://www.comptonstable.org. For ages 13-18. FREE! Phone: (814) 580-8185. Email: info@comptonstable.org. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

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

Dec 19 (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/1507943569617941.

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

Dec 19 (Tue) - Shea D' Heaux's Ghouls and Games A Boulet Brothers Dragula Viewing Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM. Hosted by Miss Erie 2023, Shea D'Heaux. Join us for a hauntingly fabulous evening at our Shea D' Heaux's Ghouls and Games - A Boulet Brother's Dragula Viewing Party! Hosted by the reigning Miss Erie, Shea D'Heaux, the fierce competition unfolds on screen, and the excitement is real. The viewing begins at 9 PM, so grab your crew and immerse yourself in a world of ghoulish glamour. Let's watch the drama, the scares, and the fierceness together! Doors open at 8pm and the viewing starts at 9pm. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Dec 20 (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/.

Dec 21 (Thu) - Journey: Healing Together presents Raise The Roof - Winter Solstice Celebration (Journey: Healing Together, 201 W. 11th Street, Erie, PA 16501) 5:30 PM - 8 PM. You're invited to celebrate the beginning of winter with our fellow community members. There will be an art show, food, art projects, intention setting ceremony and a cozy fire! Free to the public - donations are welcomed! https://journeyht.org/donate/ Phone: (814) 867-5309. Browse to https://journeyht.org/.

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

Dec 21 (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/.

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

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

Dec 22 (Fri) - DIVAS: Naughty and Nice (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 10:30 PM. Doors open at 8 PM, showtime at 10:30 PM. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Email: info@thezonedanceclub.com. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Dec 23 (Sat) - t's Beginning to Look a Lot Like ALASKA ...A Christmas Show (Erie Playhouse, 13 West 10th Street, Erie, PA 16501) Justin Andrew Honard is an American drag queen and recording artist from Erie, PA, performing under the stage name Alaska 5000. She is best known as the runner-up on the fifth season of RuPaul's Drag Race and the winner of the second season of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars. Phone: (814)454-2852. Email: info@erieplayhouse.org. Browse to http://www.erieplayhouse.org/.

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

Dec 24 (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/.

Dec 24 (Sun) - Zone Open Christmas Eve (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Email: info@thezonedanceclub.com. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Dec 25 (Mon) - The Color Purple movie musical premieres in theatres This musical adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel (and the popular 1985 Steven Spielberg film) spotlights Celie, a downtrodden young woman whose personal awakening over the course of 40 years forms the arc of this epic story.

Dec 25 (Mon) - Zone Open Christmas Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Email: info@thezonedanceclub.com. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

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

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

Dec 27 (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/.

Dec 27 (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/.

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

Dec 28 (Thu) - Aging with Pride Social Hour (Royal Chopstix Asian Cuisine, 3444 W Lake Rd, Erie, PA 16505) 6 PM - 8 PM. Aging with Pride, an organization of senior LGBT+ members and allies, is hosting a social. This organization develops and sponsors social/recreational and educational events to promote healthy leisure activities, community and an active, enjoyable lifestyle. They are sponsoring this social hour (OK, social two hours) to interact with members of the community and to get a sense of the types of activities that are of interest to senior LGBT+ individuals. For more information about Aging with Pride, visit their website at AgingWithPrideErie.org, or email Dale Allgeier at DaleAllgeier@outlook.com. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 833-3339. Email: daleallgeier@outlook.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/653392540274762/. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/chopstixerie/ .

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

Dec 31 (Sun) - M & J's New Year's Eve Party (M & J's Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA 16001) Tickets are $20.00. Food and all the party supplies and champagne included. Pre-sale tickets are $20.00 at the door will be $25.00. Doors open at 8:00 pm for this event. We have a limited numbered amount of tickets. Drag Show to end the year of 2023. Phone: (724) 602-8447. Email: JoshuaSean2009@AOL.COM. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/MandJsLounge.

Dec 31 (Sun) - Ashtabula Pride, Inc. - Drag In The New Year (Conneaut Human Resources Center, 327 Mill St, Conneaut, OH 44020) 6 PM - 1 AM. A fun night of Dinner, Dancing, & Drag! Hosted by Mona Lotz and Gingerella, it's a night you don't want to miss. Raffle baskets, 50/50, and the BIG UNVEILING of our HUGE RAFFLE! Only 130 tickets are available. Join us for the biggest fundraising event of the year. Phone: (440) 789-9134. Venue Phone: (440) 593-5273. Email: admin@lotzproductions.org. Browse to https://www.ashtabulapride.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.ashtabulapride.org/event-details-registration/drag-in-the-new-year. Browse to venue web site https://www.conneauthrc.org/.

Dec 31 (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/.

Dec 31 (Sun) - New Year's Eve (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Celebrate the end of 2023 and help us ring in 2024! Complementary buffet AND champagne toast at midnight. $10 cover. 21+ with valid state-issued id. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Email: info@thezonedanceclub.com. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jan 1 (Mon) - Compton's Table Chat and Chill Social Hour for Youth (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 5 PM - 7 PM. Register at https://www.comptonstable.org. For ages 13-18. FREE! Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

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

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

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

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

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

Jan 3 (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/.

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

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

Jan 5 (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/.

Jan 7 (Sun) - Aging with Pride planning meeting (Lake Erie Counseling Associates, 1932 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16505) 1 PM - 3 PM. Planning meetings are open to anyone interested in helping to plan activities for Aging with Pride. Meetings generally run for about 2 hours with coffee and light refreshments provided. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 455-4009. Email: daleallgeier@outlook.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1150565145909679.

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

Jan 7 (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/.

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

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

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

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

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

Jan 9 (Tue) - Shea D' Heaux's Ghouls and Games A Boulet Brothers Dragula Viewing Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM. Hosted by Miss Erie 2023, Shea D'Heaux. Join us for a hauntingly fabulous evening at our Shea D' Heaux's Ghouls and Games - A Boulet Brother's Dragula Viewing Party! Hosted by the reigning Miss Erie, Shea D'Heaux, the fierce competition unfolds on screen, and the excitement is real. The viewing begins at 9 PM, so grab your crew and immerse yourself in a world of ghoulish glamour. Let's watch the drama, the scares, and the fierceness together! Doors open at 8pm and the viewing starts at 9pm. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jan 10 - 11 (Wed - Thu) - Broadway in Erie: Hairspray (Warner Theatre, 811 State St, Erie, PA 16501) HAIRSPRAY is the story of 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad in 1960s Baltimore as she sets out to dance her way onto TV's most popular show. Can a girl with big dreams (and even bigger hair) change the world? Featuring the beloved score of hit songs including "Welcome to the '60s," "Good Morning Baltimore," and "You Can't Stop the Beat," HAIRSPRAY is "fresh, winning, and deliriously tuneful!" (The New York Times). Phone: (814) 452-4857. Browse to http://www.erieevents.com/about/warner_theatre.htm. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://nacentertainment.com/erie-hairspray/.

Jan 10 (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/.

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

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

Jan 13 (Sat) - Veronyca's Showgirls Diva's Birthday Drag Bash (Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge No. 119, 201 West State Street, Olean, NY 14760) 9 PM. A queen's fabulous birthday revue. $7 at the door/$5 colors/21+. Special guest Sabrina Williams. Come on out to the Olean Moose Lodge to celebrate a drag icon's birthday! Special appearances from all over, and a special guest from Buffalo NY. Doors open at 8 PM, showtime at 9 PM. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/VeronycasShowgirls/.

Jan 14 (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/.

Jan 15 (Mon) - Deadline for Erie Gay News February 2024 print edition (#339) (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, January 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.

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

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

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

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

Jan 16 (Tue) - Shea D' Heaux's Ghouls and Games A Boulet Brothers Dragula Viewing Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM. Hosted by Miss Erie 2023, Shea D'Heaux. Join us for a hauntingly fabulous evening at our Shea D' Heaux's Ghouls and Games - A Boulet Brother's Dragula Viewing Party! Hosted by the reigning Miss Erie, Shea D'Heaux, the fierce competition unfolds on screen, and the excitement is real. The viewing begins at 9 PM, so grab your crew and immerse yourself in a world of ghoulish glamour. Let's watch the drama, the scares, and the fierceness together! Doors open at 8pm and the viewing starts at 9pm. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jan 17 (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/.

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

Jan 18 (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/.

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

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

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

Jan 21 (Sun) - Aging with Pride planning meeting (Lake Erie Counseling Associates, 1932 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16505) 1 PM - 3 PM. Planning meetings are open to anyone interested in helping to plan activities for Aging with Pride. Meetings generally run for about 2 hours with coffee and light refreshments provided. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 455-4009. Email: daleallgeier@outlook.com. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/365249849321499.

Jan 21 (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/.

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

Jan 21 (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/.

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

Jan 23 (Tue) - Erie Gay News folding/distribution work party (Lake Erie Counseling Associates, 1932 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16505) 7 PM. Help us get out the print edition of Erie Gay News. Volunteers are very much welcome and needed! You can also sign up for the Erie GLBT News and Events list at https://lists.eriegaynews.com/. Contact: Michael Mahler. Phone: (814) 456-9833. Venue Phone: (814) 455-4009. Email: info@eriegaynews.com. Browse to https://www.eriegaynews.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/300457749627079.

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

Jan 24 (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/.

Jan 24 (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/.

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

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

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

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

Jan 27 (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/.

Jan 28 (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/.

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

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

Jan 31 (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/.

Feb 1 (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.

Feb 1 (Thu) - Zone Flow Together (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove with Snarebear and Buffy Lynn Hayes. Learn to Poi dance with us! Doors open at 8 pm. No cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Feb 2 (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/.

Feb 4 (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/.

Feb 4 (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/.