June, 2010 News (5 Articles with 17,892 total views)
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Local and Regional News
Abbey Atkinson Remembrance Memorial Service
On Sunday, May 16, 2010, friends and family gathered at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Erie, 7180 New Perry Highway, Erie PA to celebrate the life and memory of Abbey Atkinson, who died on April 19, 2010 at the age of 32. Abbey had been president of Trigon, the Penn State Behrend LGBT student group and had organized many events, including the hugely successful 2002 and 2003 Pride Weekends. She was preparing to take her bar exam in Florida after having graduated law school. She was unfailingly kind, cheerful and selfless.
Drenched Fur 6
Drenched Fur, Erie PA's Annual Bear event, held yet another fun-filled run! About 200 guys attended. The weekend included performances by Bearapalooza at Craze Night Club, a night out at the Zone Dance Club, a trip to Presque Isle Downs Casino, a winery tour, a buffet dinner with a performance by comedian William Brown, a private party at Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park, after parties and great times with friends!
Local Faces and Photos
DJ Joe's Birthday Party at Vertigo in Butler PA
On Saturday, May 15, 2010, Vertigo, Butler PA's LGBT bar had a fun birthday party for DJ Joe. The crowd was friendly and delightful! Photos by Michael Mahler for Erie Gay News.
Political, Activism and Legal
Delta Foundation Announces Jason Crighton To Head Western Pennsylvania Advocacy Alliance
May 17, 2010—Pittsburgh, PA—The Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh is pleased to announce that Jason Crighton has been hired as a Field Organizer for the Western Pennsylvania Advocacy Alliance.
Spirituality and Religion
Stonewall Celebration at UU Erie
On Sunday, May 23, 2010, the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Erie, 7180 New Perry Highway, Erie PA held a Stonewall Celebration service in support of equality for LGBT people. Rev. Steve Aschmann led the service, which included performing and speaking by Pat Collins of Rainbow Pride Connection in Chautauqua County, NY, signing of a closet door, lighting of candles and a delightful coffeehour afterward.
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