May 20 (Tue) - Scott Thompson as Buddy Cole live in Asbury Hall (Babeville Buffalo, 341 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14202) 6pm Doors, 7pm ShowTickets: ON SALE 3/7 @10AM EST – General Admission Seated tickets: $46, Limited reserved Gold Circle: $66, can be purchased at TixR.com or the Babeville Box Office (Mon.-Fri. 11am-5pm for in person fee free cash sales / 3% credit/debit card fee). Ages 18+  https://babevillebuffalo.com/events/scott-thompson-is-buddy-cole-in-the-last-glory-hole/ Phone: (716) 852-3835. Email: info@babevillebuffalo.com. Browse to http://www.babevillebuffalo.com/.

May 20 (Tue) - Primary Election 7 AM - 8 PM. Polls are open from 7 AM to 8 PM.

May 20 (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/.

May 20 (Tue) - Erie Gay News folding/distribution work party (Lake Erie Counseling Associates, 1932 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16505) 7 PM. Help us get out the print edition of Erie Gay News. Volunteers are very much welcome and needed! Contact: Michael Mahler. Phone: (814) 456-9833. Venue Phone: (814) 455-4009. Email: info@eriegaynews.com. Browse to https://www.eriegaynews.com. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1046702410454832.

May 20 (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. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

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

May 22 (Thu) - Harvey Milk Day Celebrated to honor Harvey Milk, assassinated politician, on his birthday, it is celebrated officially in California, Milk's home state. Browse to http://milkfoundation.org/.

May 22 (Thu) - Zone Thirsty Thursday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Quench your thirst. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. 21+ with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 23 - 25 (Fri - Sun) - Imperial Court Buffalo Coronation 34: A Leather & Lace Ball (Buffalo Airport Hotel, 4600 Genesee St, Cheektowaga, NY 14225) Held at Buffalo Airport Hotel, Cheektowaga NY. Weekend Package $160, includes Out of Town, Coronation, & Victory Brunch tickets Out of Town Show $15, May 23rd 6pm-9pm Coronation $125, May 24th 6pm-11pm, Victory Brunch $40, May 25th 11a-1pm , " The Imperial Court of Buffalo raises funds for the Buffalo community and AIDS/LGBTQ related charities (among others charities as well), while providing fun and entertaining events for the community."  Venue Phone: (716) 634-6969. Email: Info@ImperialCourtOfBuffalo.com . Browse to http://www.imperialcourtofbuffalo.com/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://imperialcourtofbuffalo.com/coronation-34/?. Browse to venue web site https://www.buffaloairporthotel.net/.

May 23 (Fri) - Spring Fling (M & J's Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA 16001) Wear your sexy tops and shorts. Drag Show. We will be having a beauty pageant in June for the title of 2025 Miss or Mr. M&J' s Lounge. Phone: (724) 602-8447. Email: JoshuaSean2009@AOL.COM. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/MandJsLounge.

May 23 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 23 - 24 (Fri - Sat) - Zone Totally Fruity Weekend (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Summer Kickoff Party - Get ready to get juicy! Kick off your summer with Totally Fruity Weekend at The Zone! We're celebrating the start of the sunny season with a vibrant dance party and a delicious lineup of featured fruity drinks all night long. Come ready to groove and sip on some seriously refreshing concoctions! Friday, May 23 & Saturday, May 24 Doors open at 8 PM $5 Cover. Let's get fruity and dance our way into summer! Email: info@thezonedanceclub.com. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 24 (Sat) - Pansexual and Panromantic Awareness and Visibility Day This is a day to celebrate the pansexual and panromantic community and educate others on the community. Browse to https://thepancommunity.tumblr.com/faq.

May 24 (Sat) - TransFamily of NWPA (Erie) Transgender Support Group meets (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 2 PM - 5 PM. Come join us for our monthly support meeting at Compton's Table in the Central Outreach Building. Enter through the rear entrance. Light snacks and refreshments provided. Join us for a community in a comfy, no pressure environment! All are welcome! Venue Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/TransfamilyOfNWPA. Browse to venue web site https://comptonstable.org/.

May 24 (Sat) - 9th Annual Full Spectrum Pasta Dinner Fundraiser (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 3 PM - 7 PM. Raise a fork to support the Mahoning Valley's LGBTQIA+ Center. ADULTS: $15.00 | CHILDREN 3 - 10: $10.00 | CHILDREN UNDER 2: $1.00. Meal includes: Pasta, Meatballs, Bread and Salad. Vegetarian, Gluten Free Options available. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Email: info@fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.cognitoforms.com/BCCFullSpectrumCommunityOutreachFoundationCorporation/RSVP9thAnnualPastaDinnerFundraiser.

May 24 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 25 (Sun) - 2025 Bigger Gayer PicniQ (Allegheny Commons Park West, 810 Arch St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212) MUST BE 18+ TO ATTEND / 21+ TO DRINK. MUST HAVE PROPER ID TO ATTEND. NO OUTSIDE LIQUOR OR BEER IS PERMITTED AT THIS EVENT. Join us for an exceptional Memorial Day weekend at our Inaugural Event, the BIGGER GAYER PICNIQ. We guarantee an unforgettable experience as your admission provides access to a delightful picnic buffet showcasing an array of options, including vegan options. As well as a phenomenal drag extravaganza at 4pm. Quench your thirst at our bars, offering a selection of your favorite cocktails, beers, and seltzers. Complimentary soft drinks and water will also be readily available. Please bear in mind to consume responsibly and ensure a safe journey home—never drink and drive. Let's come together to make this Memorial Day weekend truly special! Email: info@pittsburghpride.com. Browse to https://www.pittsburghpride.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://pittsburghpride.regfox.com/2025-bigger-gayer-picniq.

May 25 (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/.

May 25 (Sun) - Zone Sunday Funday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Reset, unwind, recharge, relax. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly.  Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 26 (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. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 27 (Tue) - Pride Comedy Showcase (Helium Comedy Club, 30 Mississippi St, Buffalo, NY 14203) 8 PM. "Featuring five incredibly hilarious, local, queer comics and an iconic drag performance!" General Admission ($25 + $4.99)$29.99 Prices Include Fees. Presented by Sober One Six Phone: (716) 853-1211. Browse to https://buffalo.heliumcomedy.com/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://buffalo.heliumcomedy.com/shows/306103.

May 27 (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. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 28 (Wed) - Zone Wednesday Trivia Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) Free to play. Play on your phone. Fun prizes. Doors open at 8 PM. Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 28 (Wed) - Meadville Queer Happy Hour (Julian's Bar & Grill, 299 Chestnut St, Meadville, PA 16335) 5:30 PM - 9 PM. Find community and fun at NWPA Pride's Meadville Happy Hour! Join NW PA Pride Alliance for drinks & laughs. Everyone welcome! Phone: (814) 314-9075. Venue Phone: (814) 337-8513. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/Julians-Bar-Grill-1590463787848338/.

May 29 (Thu) - G.A. Family Services Queer Youth support group meets (James Prendergast Library Association, 509 Cherry St, Jamestown, NY 14701) 5 PM. For ages 12-21. Please contact Kaden Mason at (716) 720-8712 or kmason@lutheran-jamestown.org or Lisa Schmid-Miller at (716) 338-8702 or lschmidmiller@lutheran.jamestown.org with any questions. Phone: (716) 708-6161. Venue Phone: (716) 484-7135. Browse to http://gafamilyservices.org/. Browse to venue web site http://www.prendergastlibrary.org/.

May 29 (Thu) - Aging with Pride Dinner (Pineapple Eddie Southern Bistro, 1402 W 10th St, Erie, PA 16502) 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: Pete. Phone: (814) 384-9785. Venue Phone: (814) 454-0700. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1350949722625361/. Browse to venue web site http://www.americancasualdiningsouthernbistroeriepa.com/.

May 29 (Thu) - Zone Thirsty Thursday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Quench your thirst. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. 21+ with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 30 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

May 31 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 1 - 30 (Sun - Mon) - "Our Favorite Color Is Rainbow" Art Show (Erie Food Co-op, 1341 West 26th St, Erie, PA 16508) A rainbow-themed art show in honor of Pride month. Art will be on display June 1 to June 30 ain the Erie Food Co-Op Cafe. Featuring artists Patty Mazza and Eerie Eric Fargiorgio. Phone: (814) 456-0282. Email: contact@eriefood.coop. Browse to https://eriefood.coop/.

Jun 1 - 30 (Sun - Mon) - LGBT Pride Month June is celebrated as Pride in honor of the Stonewall Riots, though Pride events occur all year round. It also marks the month that same-sex marriage was legalized in the United States.

Jun 1 (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/.

Jun 1 (Sun) - Full Spectrum LGBTQIA+ Youth Peer Support & Social Group meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 4 PM - 6 PM. Free to all youth ages 16-17, under 16 with signed parental consent form. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Jun 1 (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/.

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

Jun 2 (Mon) - Zone Monday Night Karaoke with DJ Nitro (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 9 PM - 12 AM. Doors open 8 PM. No cover. 21 & over with state-issued ID. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 3 (Tue) - Zone Tuesday Game Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Doors open at 8 PM. Bring your own game or use ours. (Must submit an ID for us to hold while game is in use.) Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 4 (Wed) - Movies at The Reg - Pride (Reg Lenna Center For The Arts, 116 East Third St, Jamestown, NY 14701) Presented with Jamestown Pride! Doors open at 6 pm. Showtime is 7 pm "It's the summer of 1984, Margaret Thatcher is in power and the National Union of Mineworkers is on strike, prompting a London-based group of gay and lesbian activists to raise money to support the strikers' families. Initially rebuffed by the Union, the group identifies a tiny mining village in Wales and sets off to make their donation in person." Rated R. 120 minutes. Venue Phone: (716) 484-7070. Email: info@JamestownPride.org. Browse to http://www.JamestownPride.org. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://reglenna.com/events/movies-the-reg-pride. Browse to venue web site http://reglenna.com/.

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

Jun 4 (Wed) - Erie Queer Happy Hour - Kick Off Pride Month (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM. Start your Pride Month off right with NWPA Pride! Join us for our June Queer Happy Hour at The Zone Dance Club. Let's celebrate the beginning of Pride with good company and good vibes. Everyone is welcome! Phone: (814) 314-9075. Email: president@nwpapride.org. Browse to http://www.nwpapride.org. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/995362586137632. Browse to venue web site https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 5 (Thu) - HIV Long-Term Survivors Day This day celebrates and honors long-term survivors of the epidemic and raises awareness of their needs, issues and journeys. Browse to https://medium.com/hiv-long-term-survivors-awareness-day-hltsad.

Jun 5 (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.

Jun 5 (Thu) - Compton's Table Chat & Chill Group (18+) (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 8 PM. Looking to boost your social skills, make new connections or just hang out in a chill, judgment-free zone? Chat N Chill is the place to be! We're all about creating a relaxed, sober space where you can be yourself, whether you're introverted or outgoing. It's a safe haven for the Queer community, where everyone's welcome and respect is the vibe. Join us to build confidence, learn new social cues, or some enjoy good conversation with great people. Chill vibes, real connections, all in a space that celebrates you. 18+ groups are every first Thursday of each month from 6-8 pm. Each month will have a different theme to keep the conversation going. Registration required to be sure that enough supplies are available. Register at https://comptonstable.org/chatnchill Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Jun 5 (Thu) - Lotz of Tea with Mona (Lotz of Tea) 7 PM. The talk show about love, healing, and acceptance! Hosted by Mona Lotz with therapist "Marjorie". Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/LotzofTea.

Jun 5 (Thu) - Zone Thirsty Thursday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Quench your thirst. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. 21+ with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 6 (Fri) - G2H2 (Gay Guy/Gal Happy Hour) meets (Pier 6 Rooftop Bar & Restaurant, 6 Sassafras St, Erie, PA 16507) 6 PM - 8 PM. All are welcome! Venue Phone: (814) 413-7437. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=54742829807. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/3189439454541020. Browse to venue web site http://bayhousepier6.com/.

Jun 6 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 7 (Sat) - LGBT Venango Support Group meets (Franklin Public Library, 421 12th St, Franklin, PA 16323) 10:30 AM. Peer-led support group for LGBTQ+ adults. We meet once a month upstairs at the Franklin Library. Venue Phone: (814) 432-5062. Browse to https://lgbtvenango.com/. Browse to venue web site https://oilregionlibraries.org/locations/franklin-public-library/.

Jun 7 (Sat) - Queens On The Patio (Brazil Craft Beer & Wine Lounge, 10 E 4th St, Jamestown, NY 14701) 4:30 PM - 6 PM. A free family-friendly event. Hostess: the Saucy Yet Spicy Exxxotica Splash. Featuring Jamestown Local Katrina Isla Hurricane Katrina Twerk Island, Your Reigning Miss Erie and Miss Queen City of WNY Newcomer! Featuring: The Beauty of Aneal Pleasures Dean Desain From Rochester, NY! Featuring: the Gorgeous Shari Turner From Cleveland, Ohio Phone: antonio_112@yahoo.com. Venue Phone: (716) 708-2471. Email: (716) 951-6118. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090308822558. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/braziljamestown/.

Jun 7 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 7 (Sat) - Dancing with the Queens Dance Party (Wicked Warren's, 330 Pennsylvania Ave W, Warren, PA 16335) 10 PM - 1 AM. $10 cover, everyone welcome 21+ Featuring DJ Felix. Hostess: Exxxotica Splash, Katrina Twerk Island, Shari Turner, Aneal Pleasures. Lips Poppin Productions. Phone: antonio_112@yahoo.com. Venue Phone: (814) 433-2739. Email: (716) 951-6118. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090308822558. Browse to venue web site https://wickedwarrens.com/.

Jun 8 (Sun) - Drag Me To Brunch (Seneca Allegany Event Center, 777 Seneca Allegany Blvd., Salamanca, NY 14779) 11 AM. Tickets start at $45 Featuring Mrs Kasha Davis, Darienne Lake, Thorgy Thor & Laila McQueen "Sashay your way into Pride Month with a Lively Brunch! We're serving up sass with a side of sequins and glam at this drag-tastic brunch! Join us for a colorful experience as fabulous drag performers dish up an unforgettable show featuring Queens from RuPaul's Drag Race. These ambassadors of pride will have you kicking up your heels, tossing back your hair (and a cocktail!) while feasting on dishes as fabulous as the queens themselves!" Phone: (888) 913-3377. Browse to https://senecaalleganycasino.com/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/00006291AAD77B88.

Jun 8 (Sun) - Full Spectrum Gender Nonconforming Social & Peer Support meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 4 PM - 6 PM. Free to all LGTQIA+ ages 18 & older Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Jun 8 (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/.

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

Jun 9 (Mon) - Bears Do Dinner #128 (Underdog BBQ, 2714 W 8th St, 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) 790-4001. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/BearsDoDinnerEriePA/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/990840696371467. Browse to venue web site https://underdogbbq.com/.

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

Jun 10 (Tue) - Drag Lunch Memory Cafe at Reg Lenna (Reg Lenna Center For The Arts, 116 East Third St, Jamestown, NY 14701) 12 PM - 1:30 PM. Memory Cafe at Reg Lenna Center for The Arts is a FREE respite and arts program for people with forgetfulness or other changes in their thinking (including cognitive decline, dementia or Alzheimers) as well as their care partner, family, or friends. Lips Poppin Productions (featuring Exxxotica Splash, Justin Time and Katrina Twerk) is a professional drag queen company established in Jamestown, NY, bringing the best of the best in the business! With glitz, glam, wigs, makeup, costumes, comedy, dancing and drama, these performers are must-sees full of talent, excitement and laughter! Memory Cafes will be held on the second Tuesday of each month at 12 p.m. in the 3rd floor Media Arts Studio at Reg Lenna Center for The Arts. Enter the building through the Reg Lenna awning entrance (108 E. 3rd St.) next to Art Cloth+Craft. Elevator accessible. We ask that you register for the Reg Lenna Memory Cafe ahead of time by emailing rsvp@reglenna.com or calling The Reg Box Office at (716) 484-7070 with the names and number of attendees. Reservations must be made by June 6 A suggested (but not required) donation of your choosing would support the Reg Lenna Memory Cafe, payable by cash, check, etc. The Memory Cafe program at The Reg is made possible by Exhale and its funders: Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation and Health Foundation for Western and Central New York. Phone: antonio_112@yahoo.com. Venue Phone: (716) 484-7070. Email: (716) 951-6118. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090308822558. Browse to venue web site http://reglenna.com/.

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

Jun 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. Join us for our monthly Crawford Support Group meeting! Please use the side entrance of the building on 296 Chestnut. It will have signage as Empowerment with Grace but this may not show up on your GPS. Contact: Richelle Kohler. Venue Phone: (814) 332-0359. Browse to https://transfamilynwpa.org/.

Jun 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/.

Jun 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. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

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

Jun 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/.

Jun 12 (Thu) - Pulse Night of Remembrance Annual day of US remembrance for the loss of 49 people in the Pulse Nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida on June 12, 2016.

Jun 12 (Thu) - ASCEND Erie Queer Scouts Climbing Club (ASCEND Erie, 426 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM - 8 PM. Queer Scouts is a LGBTQ+ climbing club, with the goal of creating connection and a safer and more inclusive outdoors community. Just look for the Queer Scout mascot, the tiny rainbow unicorn! Please check in at the front desk upon arrival. Not an ASCEND member? Enjoy a discounted $15 Club Day Pass while attending these meetups. Phone: (582) 228-9035. Browse to https://www.ascendclimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule.

Jun 12 (Thu) - Zone Thirsty Thursday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Quench your thirst. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. 21+ with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 13 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 14 (Sat) - Warren County Pride (Betts Park, 100 Ludlow St, Warren, PA 16365) 11 AM - 4 PM. Warren County Pride 2025 day event celebrating LGBTQ+ diversity in Warren County, PA. Vendors, food trucks, BINGO, entertainers, games, prizes. All-ages event. No alcohol permitted. Venue Phone: (814) 723-6300. Email: warrencountypride@gmail.com. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/WarrenCountyPride. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/590742740305315. Browse to venue web site https://www.cityofwarrenpa.gov/index.asp?SEC=49A5767C-E20B-4B20-A81D-B63B8DE36C30.

Jun 14 (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.

Jun 14 (Sat) - ASCEND Erie Affinity Session for QFTW (ASCEND Erie, 426 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Join ASCEND as we celebrate our diverse communities with Affinity Sessions - climbing sessions dedicated to individuals who haven't always had equal access to or treatment within the sport. It's a space dedicated to intentional inclusivity, not exclusivity, and we invite you to participate and be a part of these efforts. Sessions are the second Saturday of the month and alternate between BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) in odd-numbered months and QFTW (Queer, Femme, Trans, Women) in even-numbered months. Please register for session at https://www.ascendclimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule or by contacting the front desk These FREE climbing sessions are intended only for those in our community who identify with these affinity groups. Rental gear included. Phone: (582) 228-9035. Browse to https://www.ascendclimbing.com/equity.

Jun 14 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 15 (Sun) - Deadline for Erie Gay News July 2025 print edition (#356) (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, June 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.

Jun 15 (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/.

Jun 15 (Sun) - Full Spectrum Transgender Roundtable Discussion (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM. Open to all transgender and gender nonconforming ages 18 and older. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

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

Jun 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/.

Jun 15 (Sun) - Zone Sunday Funday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Reset, unwind, recharge, relax. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly.  Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 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. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 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/.

Jun 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. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

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

Jun 19 (Thu) - Full Spectrum Youth/Teen Social & Peer Support meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 5 PM - 7 PM. Free to all LGBTQIA+ youth 16-17, under 16 with signed parental consent form. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Jun 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.

Jun 19 (Thu) - Queer Open Mic (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Gwen Elaine. All Queer performers welcome. Suggested donation of $5 payable at event or by online donation at comptonstable.org. Contact: Gwen Elaine. Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/open-mic-registration.

Jun 19 (Thu) - Lotz of Tea with Mona (Lotz of Tea) 7 PM. The talk show about love, healing, and acceptance! Hosted by Mona Lotz with therapist "Marjorie". Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/LotzofTea.

Jun 19 (Thu) - Zone Thirsty Thursday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Quench your thirst. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. 21+ with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 20 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 20 (Fri) - 2025 Pride in the Valley Official Kick off Party (Modern Methods Brewing Company, 125 David Grohl Alley, Warren, OH 44481) 8 PM. NO COVER! There will be an annual Pride Shirt Fundraiser and Drink specials. Hosted by the amazing: Starrlet O'Hara with Live performances by: 2025 MX PITV WINNER: Kitty Katastrophy, Wicked Wiz, Bia Bia Bottom, and Maxx Hysteria. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Venue Phone: (330) 333-1594. Email: info@fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/. Browse to venue web site https://modernmethodsbrew.com/.

Jun 21 (Sat) - 2025 Ashtabula Pride Festival (Downtown Ashtabula, Walnut Beach Drv, Ashtabula, OH 44004) 12 PM - 6 PM. Ready to meet up at the beach and be loud and proud? Some of the things you can expect to find at Ashtabula Pride include: Food Trucks: With a wide array to choose from, you'll never go hungry! Cheesesteaks, fries, funnel cake, and more! Vendors: Local artists and creators are here with plenty to sell, make sure to stop by and support them by snagging a new pair of earrings, fun stickers, or sweet plushies! Entertainment: Drag queens and kings, live singing, and much more in store - even some Dungeons and Dragons! Family Friendly: From face painting to character actors to bouncy castles, Ashtabula Pride continues to be a family friendly event for old and young alike! Pride Traditions: A commencement ceremony, followed by a live performance of the National Anthem, as well as announcing the recipient for the Bill DayWalt Scholarship! Continuing Pride: Help support Ashtabula Pride! 50/50 ticket sales, volunteer sign-ups, and much more! Browse to https://www.ashtabulaprideinc.org/.

Jun 21 (Sat) - Full Spectrum Pride In The Valley Parade & Festival (Courthouse Square Park, 161 High Street NW, Warren, OH 44481) 12 PM. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Venue Phone: (330) 841-2641. Email: info@fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/963027422661912. Browse to venue web site https://www.exploretrumbullcounty.com/things-to-do/parks/courthouse-square-park/.

Jun 21 (Sat) - Aging with Pride Book Club - Disco Witches of Fire Island by Blair Fell (Werner Books & Coffee, 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA 16508) 1 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/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/985133516919962. Browse to venue web site http://www.wernerbooks.com/.

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

Jun 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/.

Jun 22 (Sun) - Zone Sunday Funday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Reset, unwind, recharge, relax. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly.  Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 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. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 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! 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/551205584570159.

Jun 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. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 25 (Wed) - Meadville Queer Happy Hour (Julian's Bar & Grill, 299 Chestnut St, Meadville, PA 16335) 5:30 PM - 9 PM. Find community and fun at NWPA Pride's Meadville Happy Hour! Join NW PA Pride Alliance for drinks & laughs. Everyone welcome! Phone: (814) 314-9075. Venue Phone: (814) 337-8513. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/Julians-Bar-Grill-1590463787848338/.

Jun 26 (Thu) - G.A. Family Services Queer Youth support group meets (James Prendergast Library Association, 509 Cherry St, Jamestown, NY 14701) 5 PM. For ages 12-21. Please contact Kaden Mason at (716) 720-8712 or kmason@lutheran-jamestown.org or Lisa Schmid-Miller at (716) 338-8702 or lschmidmiller@lutheran.jamestown.org with any questions. Phone: (716) 708-6161. Venue Phone: (716) 484-7135. Browse to http://gafamilyservices.org/. Browse to venue web site http://www.prendergastlibrary.org/.

Jun 26 (Thu) - Aging with Pride Dinner (Give A Crepe. La CrepErie, 1909 Chestnut St, Erie, PA 16502) 6 PM. Aging with Pride, an organization of senior LGBT+ members and allies, is meeting for dinner. Everyone is on their own for the meal. RSVP to Peter at (814) 384-9785 (text or voice). Contact: Peter. Phone: (814) 384-9785. Venue Phone: (814) 504-1827. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1780249302921550/. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/giveacrepe/.

Jun 26 (Thu) - Zone Thirsty Thursday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Quench your thirst. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. 21+ with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 27 (Fri) - National HIV Testing Day National HIV Testing Day (NHTD) was first observed on June 27, 1995. NHTD is a day to encourage people to get tested for HIV, know their status, and get linked to care and treatment. #HIVTestingDay Browse to https://locator.hiv.gov/.

Jun 27 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 27 - 28 (Fri - Sat) - Renaissance City Choir 2025 #THIS IS ME Pride Concert (Point Park University Pittsburgh Playhouse, 350 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222) 8 PM. Celebrate our 40th anniversary with us at our 2025 P.R.I.D.E concerts This is Me. These concerts will lift your soul, stress the importance of never going back, and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community in Greater Pittsburgh. Phone: (412) 345-1722. Venue Phone: (412) 392-8000. Email: rcc@rccpittsburgh.com. Browse to http://rccpittsburgh.com/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/rccpittsburgh/rcc-2025-pride-concerts. Browse to venue web site https://playhouse.pointpark.edu/.

Jun 27 (Fri) - DIVAS: Prism (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 10:30 PM. Our Pride Kick-Off Party! Alright, get ready to kick off Pride weekend with a bang! Zone Dance Club is thrilled to present DIVAS: Prism. Hosted by the fabulous Misty Michaels Kall and Alysin Wonderland, this drag show is set to be an unforgettable night. Doors open at 8 PM with a $5 cover, cash only, so come early and secure your spot. It's the perfect way to start celebrating Pride with Erie's premier queer bar, a staple for over 25 years. 21+ with ID, Cash Only Email: info@thezonedanceclub.com. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 28 (Sat) - Drag Show and Disco Bingo (M & J's Lounge, 124 Mercer St, Butler, PA 16001) We are a BYOB establishment. Cover charge $6.00. We sell mixers. No outside mixers are permitted. Phone: (724) 602-8447. Email: JoshuaSean2009@AOL.COM. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/MandJsLounge.

Jun 28 (Sat) - Stonewall Riots Anniversary To remember the Stonewall Riots that are described as the start of the Trans and Gay Liberation Movement in the United States. It's a day for people to remember the biracial lesbian and drag king Stormé DeLarverie whose scuffle with the police started the rebellion, and the trans woman of colour Marsha P. Johnson who would have thrown the first brick.

Jun 28 (Sat) - 2025 Pride on the Bay (Liberty Park, Lawrence Pier, Erie, PA 16507) 1 PM - 6 PM. Experience the energy and excitement of Pride on the Bay, hosted by NWPA Pride Alliance! Join us at Liberty Park for a day of celebration, community, and LGBTQIA+ visibility. Enjoy live music, entertainment, food vendors, and opportunities to connect with local organizations. Pride on the Bay is a chance to celebrate our achievements, honor our history, and build a brighter future together. All are welcome! Phone: (814) 314-9075. Email: president@nwpapride.org. Browse to http://www.nwpapride.org. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.nwpapride.org/events/pride-on-the-bay-2025. Browse to venue web site http://www.porterie.org.

Jun 28 (Sat) - TransFamily of NWPA (Erie) Transgender Support Group meets (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 2 PM - 5 PM. Come join us for our monthly support meeting at Compton's Table in the Central Outreach Building. Enter through the rear entrance. Light snacks and refreshments provided. Join us for a community in a comfy, no pressure environment! All are welcome! Venue Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to http://www.facebook.com/TransfamilyOfNWPA. Browse to venue web site https://comptonstable.org/.

Jun 28 (Sat) - Official Pride After Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM. Get ready to keep the celebration going! After you've had your fill of fun at Pride on the Bay, come on over to The Zone, Erie's only Queer Dance Club, for the Official Pride 2025 After Party! We're throwing open our doors at 6 PM for what's going to be our biggest party of the year. Keep the energy high and dance the night away with your community. There's a $5 cover after 8 PM, so come early and stay late! We can't wait to celebrate with all of you! 21+ with ID. Cash Only. Email: info@thezonedanceclub.com. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 28 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 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/.

Jun 29 (Sun) - Zone Sunday Funday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Reset, unwind, recharge, relax. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly.  Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jun 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. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jul 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. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

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

Jul 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.

Jul 3 (Thu) - Compton's Table Chat & Chill Group (18+) (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 8 PM. Looking to boost your social skills, make new connections or just hang out in a chill, judgment-free zone? Chat N Chill is the place to be! We're all about creating a relaxed, sober space where you can be yourself, whether you're introverted or outgoing. It's a safe haven for the Queer community, where everyone's welcome and respect is the vibe. Join us to build confidence, learn new social cues, or some enjoy good conversation with great people. Chill vibes, real connections, all in a space that celebrates you. 18+ groups are every first Thursday of each month from 6-8 pm. Each month will have a different theme to keep the conversation going. Registration required to be sure that enough supplies are available. Register at https://comptonstable.org/chatnchill Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/.

Jul 3 (Thu) - Lotz of Tea with Mona (Lotz of Tea) 7 PM. The talk show about love, healing, and acceptance! Hosted by Mona Lotz with therapist "Marjorie". Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/LotzofTea.

Jul 3 (Thu) - Zone Thirsty Thursday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Quench your thirst. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. 21+ with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jul 4 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jul 5 (Sat) - LGBT Venango Support Group meets (Franklin Public Library, 421 12th St, Franklin, PA 16323) 10:30 AM. Peer-led support group for LGBTQ+ adults. We meet once a month upstairs at the Franklin Library. Venue Phone: (814) 432-5062. Browse to https://lgbtvenango.com/. Browse to venue web site https://oilregionlibraries.org/locations/franklin-public-library/.

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

Jul 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/.

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

Jul 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/.

Jul 6 (Sun) - Zone Sunday Funday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Reset, unwind, recharge, relax. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly.  Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jul 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. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jul 8 (Tue) - PFLAG of Chautauqua meeting (Secret Undisclosed Location, 100 E 2nd St 2nd Floor, Jamestown, NY 14701) 6 PM. This is a safe, inclusive space where allies and queer community members can come together for support, discussion, and connection. Whether you've attended before or are joining us for the first time, we'd love to have you with us. Let's continue building our community, sharing our stories, and supporting one another. Please visit our Facebook group, https://www.facebook.com/groups/594395124695283. Phone: (716) 499-4817. Venue Phone: (716) 846-1398. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/594395124695283. Browse to venue web site http://www.secretundisclosed.com/.

Jul 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. Join us for our monthly Crawford Support Group meeting! Please use the side entrance of the building on 296 Chestnut. It will have signage as Empowerment with Grace but this may not show up on your GPS. Contact: Richelle Kohler. Venue Phone: (814) 332-0359. Browse to https://transfamilynwpa.org/.

Jul 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/.

Jul 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. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jul 9 (Wed) - Zone Wednesday Trivia Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) Free to play. Play on your phone. Fun prizes. Doors open at 8 PM. Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jul 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/.

Jul 10 (Thu) - ASCEND Erie Queer Scouts Climbing Club (ASCEND Erie, 426 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM - 8 PM. Queer Scouts is a LGBTQ+ climbing club, with the goal of creating connection and a safer and more inclusive outdoors community. Just look for the Queer Scout mascot, the tiny rainbow unicorn! Please check in at the front desk upon arrival. Not an ASCEND member? Enjoy a discounted $15 Club Day Pass while attending these meetups. Phone: (582) 228-9035. Browse to https://www.ascendclimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule.

Jul 10 (Thu) - Zone Thirsty Thursday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Quench your thirst. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. 21+ with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jul 11 (Fri) - Zone Friday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Kick off the weekend! Doors open at 7 PM. $5cover after 8 PM. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jul 12 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jul 13 (Sun) - Full Spectrum Gender Nonconforming Social & Peer Support meets (Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 4 PM - 6 PM. Free to all LGTQIA+ ages 18 & older Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

Jul 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/.

Jul 13 (Sun) - Zone Sunday Funday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Reset, unwind, recharge, relax. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly.  Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jul 14 (Mon) - Deadline for Erie Gay News August 2025 print edition (#357) (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, July 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.

Jul 14 (Mon) - International Non-Binary People's Day July 14 is recognized around the world as an occasion to shine a light on those who identify as non-binary and celebrates the rich diversity of the community.

Jul 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. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jul 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/.

Jul 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. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

Jul 16 (Wed) - Zone Wednesday Trivia Night (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) Free to play. Play on your phone. Fun prizes. Doors open at 8 PM. Happy hour 8-10 PM. $1 off bottled beers. $2 well drinks. No cover. 21 & over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

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

Jul 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.

Jul 17 (Thu) - Queer Open Mic (Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA 16508) 6 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Gwen Elaine. All Queer performers welcome. Suggested donation of $5 payable at event or by online donation at comptonstable.org. Contact: Gwen Elaine. Phone: (814) 580-8185. Browse to https://comptonstable.org/open-mic-registration.

Jul 17 (Thu) - Lotz of Tea with Mona (Lotz of Tea) 7 PM. The talk show about love, healing, and acceptance! Hosted by Mona Lotz with therapist "Marjorie". Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/LotzofTea.

Jul 17 (Thu) - Zone Thirsty Thursday (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Quench your thirst. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. 21+ with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

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

Jul 19 (Sat) - Aging with Pride Book Club - Dear Evan Hansen by Val Emich, et al. (Werner Books & Coffee, 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA 16508) 1 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/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/644794624804729. Browse to venue web site http://www.wernerbooks.com/.

Jul 19 (Sat) - Zone Saturday Night Dance Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Dance, drink, fun, food. With DJ Joe & MC Buffy. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.