For the next Erie Gay News (issue # 368, cover-dated for July 2026), please send in-person and online events, news items, and other info for late June 2026 and beyond by Monday, June 15. We expect the next edition to come out on Tuesday, June 23.

What is the legal landscape for members of the LGBTQ+ community? What are the chief legal issues we are facing as a community of diverse individuals? How does federal hate crime law affect local law enforcement? Ted Hoover of Pittsburgh's Persad Center will address these and other questions in a training session, "LGBTQ+ and Law Enforcement," to be held on Wednesday, June 17, in Erie. Members of our queer community, allies, and all other interested individuals are encouraged to attend.

On June 7, friends and associates of Blane Dessy gathered at PACA (1505 State St, Erie, PA) to honor a special man who supported the Erie community in a big way. The afternoon celebration drew a large crowd who listened to several poets and performers paying tribute to Blane.

More than 60 queer and transgender youth and their allies gathered on Saturday, May 30th, for "A Knight to Remember: Queer Youth Prom", an evening dedicated to celebration, belonging, and community.

G2H2 held its monthly get-together on June 5 at Pier 6 Rooftop Bar & Restaurant, 6 Sassafras Pier Third Floor, Erie, PA The group usually gathers on the first Friday of each month. The next G2H2 will be on July 3 at Sloppy Duck, 726 West Bayfront Parkway, Erie, PA.

Join us for a family and kid-friendly BBQ hosted by The LGBTQ+ Coalition of Ashtabula County on Saturday, June 20, from noon to 5 PM at Walnut Beach in Ashtabula! Enjoy great food, activities, and the opportunity to connect with friends and allies in a welcoming, inclusive environment. Donations are not required, but are encouraged to help support our programs and future community events. For more info, visit https://linktr.ee/ALGBTQ, email AshCoLgbtq@gmail.com, or call Chris at (440) 344-7310.

From Werner Books: June is the time for Pride Month celebrations! Throughout the entire month of June, you can help grow our Pride Garden in the cafe (located at 3608 Liberty Street, Erie, PA) by donating $5 to add a flower to the wall, with proceeds benefiting Aging with Pride. Write your name on your flower with an encouraging message or anything positive!

Check  out all of the Pride celebrations taking place in our tri-state region!

Get ready to celebrate queer identity and divine feminine energy at Femme Night, an intentional, community-centered gathering hosted by Davona, Angel, and Sarah on June 27 from 9 PM to 1 AM at 10/20 Collective, 1020 Holland St., Erie, PA, 16502