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ONGOING EVENTS:
(HARTFORD) NEW! The Connecticut Gay Men's Chorus is seeking experienced singers (age 18+) for its 2011 season. The CGMC, more a musical rep company than a typical chorus, produces musical comedy shows that are fully staged and costumed. Productions are held in December and April/May on Connecticut's premiere stages, including the Shubert in New Haven and the Bushnell in Hartford. Please prepare one vocal piece that showcases your talent; pianist will be provided. For more information call 1-800-644-2462 or email info@ctgmc.org. Visit our website at www.ctgmc.org.
(WMA) NEW! Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New England. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. FMI or event tickets: outinthepark.info
(WMA) NEW! The East Coast FTM Group meets in Northampton, MA every second Sunday of the month from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Topic discussions, peer support. Info: betpower@yahoo.com, 413-584-7616
(WMA, NEW in Springfield) Looking to start a Lesbian Book Club in Springfield, to read lesbian and non-lesbian titles, to meet once a month. If you are interested please email me at sballcoach@aol.com with "bookclub" in the title.
(WMA) Basketball League? Play basketball at on Thursday nights from 6-8pm the gym is located in Springfield MA. This is a pick up league for both men and women of all levels. FMI: mmarcinkewich@yahoo.com
(WMA) Every Wednesday; Pioneer Valley Lesbians over 40; 6:15 - 8:00 pm; Topic-driven discussion group for thoughtful lesbians over 40. Meets at UMass Stonewall Center. FMI: gottivons@aol.com
(WMA) Every first Wednesday of the month for a Potluck Dinner Social. We meet at the Unitarian-Universalist Church, 175 Wendell Avenue in Pittsfield at 7:00 PM. FMI: at the INFOline 413-822-7268.
(WMA) Williamstown-LGBT Nite; LGBT night, THURSDAY at 9pm, at Mezze in Williamstown. Weekly indefinitely. FMI: justin.adkins@williams.edu.
(WMA) South Congregational Church UCC; 45 Maple St., Springfield, MA. This service takes place the last Saturday of each month in South Congregational Church in Springfield, MA. 2pm with food and fellowship to follow at 3:30pm.
(WMA) Gay Men Social Hour; 3rd Friday of the month; 6:00 - 8:30 pm; Hotel Northampton; 36 King Street, Northampton, MA. No cover, cash bar. FMI: Doug Fountain, 413-535-1890.
(WMA) Springfield Martini Nights; 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, except holidays. 6-8pm; various Springfield bars and restaurants, somewhere different each time. FMI: bobmccarroll@juno.com
(WMA) Gay Men’s Chorus; every Wednesday, except holidays; 7:00 - 9:00 pm; St. John's Episcopal Church, 48 Elm St, Northampton. Free. FMI: Henry: 413-441-2160
(WMA) TREE (Trans Education and Empowerment) has a social/support group for trans-identified and gender non-conforming youth. The groups meet in Greenfield: Tuesdays 4-5pm and in Northampton: Wednesdays 4:30-5:30. FMI: 413-475-1798
(WMA) NEW: July 22 & Ongoing; PFLAG Franklin-Hampshire Chapter (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) offers welcoming support, education and advocacy for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, their families, friends and allies. We meet the 4th Thursday of each month (7/22) at the First Congregational Church, Main St, Ashfield Mass. at 7:00-9:00pm. Helpline - 413 625-6636 e-mail janenrosie48@yahoo.com
(CT) Living Soulfully: A Monthly Men’s Gathering; Meets on 4th Wednesday of every month from 7:30-9:00pm at the Hartford Gay & Lesbian Health Collective. FMI: HGLHC at 860-2787-4163.
(CT) RainbowRoom is open every Sunday from 3-6pm and is located at 1841 Broad St., Hartford. RainbowRoom is an affirming and safe place for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and questioning teens and young adults 13 to 21. RainbowRoom is a drop-in center located in an intimate, informal space with room for a variety of activities.
(VT) CORE GROUP; 6pm Potluck; 6:30pm Group Discussion, at the Menspace. Help guide the Men’s Program. Join us for a great potluck and then conversation about the program. We always welcome new members. Please come for the discussion even if you don’t come for the potluck! FMI: 802-254-2400.
(VT) NEW! Wednesday Nights; GAY NIGHT AT ALICI’S BISTRO: 4pm - 1am, Harris Place, Brattleboro. Gay and lesbian night at Alici’s Bistro, every Wednesday. GLBT Community Event
(VT) BOOK CLUB; 7pm; 139 Main Street, Ste #606B. FMI: Curtis, 802-254-2400.
RADIO: Gay hosts. Gay guests. Gay topics. Gay music. Rinse and repeat. Tune in to "This Show is So Gay;" the hit Vermont rainbow radio experience and see what all the talk is about. FMI: www.ThisShowIsSoGay.com
WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS:
NEW: Ongoing; PFLAG Franklin-Hampshire Chapter (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) offers welcoming support, education and advocacy for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, their families, friends and allies. We meet the 4th Thursday of each month (7/22) at the First Congregational Church, Main St, Ashfield Mass. at 7:00-9:00pm. Helpline - 413 625-6636 e-mail janenrosie48@yahoo.com
Sept. 12; Studio Artisan Workshop “Photographing Fine Arts & Craft”; 1-5pm; Orange Innovation Center , 131 West Main St. Orange , MA. FMI: The League of Massachusetts Artisans & Artists/Sue McFarland, 413-369-4631 or handwork@crocker.com
Sept. 14; UMass Stonewall Center Open House; 5-7pm; UMass Stonewall Center, Crampton Hall, 256 Sunset Ave., Amherst. Meet new and returning LGBTQ people and allies, and help us kick off 25th year. The event is open to LGBTQ people and allies in the Five-Colleges and local community. Vegetarian dinner provided. There is no need to RSVP. Just come out! FMI: (413) 545-4826 or www.umass.edu/stonewall.
Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New england. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. FMI: www.outinthepark.info/event_schedule.html
NEW: Sept. 24; Northampton Gay Men's "Social Hour" 2nd year Anniversary Party; 6pm - 9pm; Hotel Northampton, Northampton. Hot Appetizers, Live Piano Music and a Raffle/Silent Auction to benefit the Point Foundation.
Sept. 25; Queer Carnevale:"Mardi Gras in New England!” 11:00am - 6:00pm; Northampton 3-County Fairgrounds, Fair St., Northampton, MA. FMI: www.lgbtcoalitionwma.org
September 25-26, 2010 - Natural Living Expo in Sturbridge, MA. New England’s largest holistic health event! 135 exhibits, 75 workshops, keynote speakers, live cooking demos, EcoKids activities daily 12-3pm, healthy food court, outdoor fireside drum jam Saturday night and more! $10 general admission for the weekend, children under 12 free. Keynote tickets available online. Held at the Sturbridge Host Hotel, 366 Main Street (Rt 20 West), Sturbridge, MA. Details online at www.NaturalExpo.org or call 508-278-9640. Presented by Spirit of Change Magazine.
Fall 2010; "LGBT Life Over the Past 25 Years;" A One-Credit Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies (WGSS) Course for Fall 2010. This coming Fall is the 25th anniversary of the Stonewall Center. To mark the occasion, we are offering a one-credit course through WGSS called "LGBT Life Over the Past 25 Years." The course will consist of presentations each week by leading LGBT scholars, artists, and activists from throughout the U.S. Topics to be covered include politics, law, history, religion, sports, film and television, literature, music, bisexual rights, transgender rights, and AIDS. The course will meet Wednesdays from 4-6 p.m. Registration will be in the Fall. To be notified when the course opens, please contact the Stonewall Center: 545-4826 or stonewall@stuaf.umass.edu. Individuals not taking the course for credit are also welcomed to attend.
CENTRAL MASS:
(Ongoing) Compassionate ears in live meetings of bi/gay married men take place in Worcester Ma. Twice a month. You Are Not the Only one. FMI: bmmg.org
(Ongoing) Sisters of Worcester; every Wednesday from 8:30-11pm; a social support group for trans women and men who wish to gather in a warm and supportive social environment. The group meets each Wednesday at Club Blu at 105 Water St. in Worcester. All are welcome to attend.
Sept. 6, Labor Day; Marlborough Labor Day Parade. Outraged at lack of jobs, unemployment cutoffs? Or never got unemployment? Join the Grace Team from across Massachusetts to march in this parade. Meet at 11am at Pleasant and Chestnut streets. The Grace Team is a group of concerned Massachusetts residents who believe that if people come together we can achieve constructive action from and refocus our government on the needs of regular people, the majority. FMI: (617) 297-TEAM (8326), engage@graceteammass.org or www.GraceTeamMass.org.
Sept. 18; NEW DATE! Worcester Pride; FMI: www.worcesterpride.com
Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New england. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. For more information or event tickets, please visit outinthepark.info
SOUTHEASTERN MASS:
NEW: Oct. 7-9; The Little Theatre of Fall River presents "RENT" at 7:30pm; on Oct. 10 at 2:00pm; Bristol Community College Arts Center. Tickets on sale now. Please call (508) 675-1852 or on line at www.littletheatre.net
BOSTON:
Ongoing:
Free, Walk-in services at Fenway Health; Every Wednesday, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Rooms 201 A & B, Fenway Health, 1340 Boylston Street, Boston. Our goal is to provide everyone, regardless of sexual orientation or financial status with innovative treatments and compassionate care. Talk to a qualified professional about getting the quality care you need -whether you require a session with one of our supportive and knowledgeable HIV counselors or need some sensitive questions answered by one of our nurses. Free, walk-in services include: Hep A&B vaccinations; HIV testing and counseling; Hep B & C screening; STD education and verbal screening; Linkage to medical care, treatment options, financial advisors and acupuncture detoxification services* *Sliding fee scales apply for these services. No one turned away because of his or her inability to pay. Wheelchair accessible. FMI: 617.267.0159.
40 & Forward: A group for gay and bi men 40 and over; Share food and dialog with guys in the prime of their lives. Do you find it hard to connect with people? Not having as much fun as you used to? Getting older often means changing the way we interact socially with others. Everything from meeting new people to negotiating sexual safety can seem different and more difficult than when we were younger. Would you like to learn new skills to help with these concerns? If so, then come join our 6-week men’s dinner group where you’ll learn tools & skills for connecting with others. Dinner will be provided each time. The group will meet once a week for 6 weeks, for 2 hours at a time, plus once afterwards for a special event social. If you’re interested, please call Chuck at 617.488.9720 or email 40andforward@fenwayhealth.org.
Out to Brunch; first Saturday of each month (next meetings: 4/3, 5/1, 6/5, etc.) Monthly brunch for older LBT women, for women 60+ the suggested donation is $1.75, under 60 suggested donation is $5. FMI: gloriatower@hotmail.com
NEW! LGBT Bereavement Groups; Free Six Week Bereavement Groups for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender people of all ages. Three (3) New Groups Forming in May 2010: North of Boston, (Burlington); South of Boston, (Braintree/Quincy); and in the Cape Cod Area, (Yarmouth). FMI: Bob Linscott at (617) 522-1292 or www.lgbtagingproject.org/
NEW! BAGLY Transgender/Gender Queer Identity Meeting; youth only; Wednesdays at the Community Church of Boston, 565 Boylston St, 2nd floor, Boston, MA; from 7 - 8p, youth led. FMI: www.bagly.org The Boston Alliance of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Youth provides weekly and monthly social activities and special events for people ages 22 and under. These activities provide an opportunity for youth to socialize, have fun and develop a sense of personal and community identity. Free and anonymous HIV testing is offered every Wednesday, 6-9pm.
Machine Second Saturday’s; Dyke Night; 10pm - 2 am; Join Kristen for Dyke Night, every Second Saturday at Machine. 1254 Boylston St., Boston MA; FMI: www.nightclubmachine.com
LGBT Caregiver Support Group; First Monday of the month; 6pm - 7:30 pm in Jamaica Plain, MA. This is a free monthly group that welcomes new members to talk about the impact of providing care for a partner, parent, sibling, spouse or friend. Come for stress relief, resources and understanding. Contact group facilitator Joanne Peskowitz at 617.271.4182 for details. Sponsored by the LGBT Aging Project and the Caregiver Alliance of Suffolk County.
LGBT Bereavement Group; Meets Thursday Evenings 6:30 to 8:00 pm in Brookline, MA. Starting September 24th. Contact Beth Prullage, LICSW, (413) 695-2236. Pre-registration is required, space is limited. To learn about upcoming LGBT Bereavement Groups in your area: contact Bob Linscott at (617) 522-1292.
Milky Way at The Brewery, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain near the Stonybrook T stop, $6, 21+ www.dykenight.com
Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New england. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. For more information or event tickets, please visit outinthepark.info
Sept 30-Oct. 3; 7th Annual Latino Pride of Massachusetts; to be held in and around Boston. Details of all the events will be post it soon! FMI: www.somoslatinoslgbt.org
Sept. 30; Alternative Insemination Orientation; 6-8:30pm; Fenway Health, 1340 Boylston Street, Boston. This is an introduction to Alternative Insemination (AI) in general and to Fenway’s AI Program in particular. Cost is $50 per couple and pre-registration at lcoolidge@fenwayhealth.org or 617.927.6243 is required. After you have registered, the AI program will contact you to arrange payment and answer any questions.
Sept. 30; MassEquality, the premier LGBT grass roots advocacy organization in Massachusetts, is overjoyed to announce MACY GRAY - THE SELLOUT - FOR MassEquality - in concert at 8 p.m. Boston’s Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02116. Tickets at $175.00 [VIP], $90.00 and $70.00 are on sale now at all Ticket master outlets, at the Wilbur Theatre Box Office, on line at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling: 800-745-3000. FMI: www.thewilburtheatre.com.
P-Town:
Ongoing:
Ongoing: COCKTAILS AT THE PORCHSIDE LOUNGE PORCHSIDE BAR GIFFORD HOUSE INN; 5pm-1am; A Provincetown Tradition. Open Daily Year Round at 5:00pm. NEVER A COVER CHARGE; www.goffordhouse.com
Tuesdays & Thursdays; Karaoke in the Little Bar at the A-House every Tues. & Thurs. Thursday nights are hosted by Thirsty Burlington. FMI: www.ahouse.com
Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New England. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. FMI or event tickets: outinthepark.info
Oct. 17-Oct. 24; Fantasia Fair 36; Commercial Street, in Provincetown, MA; Fantasia Fair is a week-long transgender event held every October in the LGBT resort town of Provincetown, Massachusetts. Part conference, part social gathering, the Fair is a “full immersion” experience, meaning that attendees can and usually do spend an entire week 24/7 presenting their gender as they wish. Fantasia Fair is unique amongst transgender events as it takes place in beautiful Provincetown - a wonderfully accepting community where anyone can mingle in the streets in friendship, safety, and acceptance. Yes, you really are welcome and free in all of Provincetown, and, yes, you will make friends at Fantasia Fair that you will keep forever. FMI: www.fantasiafair.org
Rhode Island:
Ongoing:
The Greater Providence Chapter of PFLAG meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 6:45 pm to 8:45 pm at their regular meeting place: The Met School Justice Building 325 Public Street Providence, RI 02905. FMI, please call (401) 751-7571, or email: pflagprovidence@verizon.net.
Ongoing; ACOS Gay Bingo; Gay Bingo is held on the third Thursday of every month from September through May. The doors open at 6 pm, and the game starts promptly at 7 pm. For more information visit www.aidscareos.org
Teadance Sundays; 9:00-11:35pm; CLUB GALLERY - 150 POINT STREET - PROVIDENCE RI. Every Sunday night for some mischief and fun. Dance the night away to the newest Hip-Hop, Top 40, Alternative and Techno music. We will be hosting RI’s largest LGBT alternative nightlife for all to come and enjoy. Special drinks $5 all night long. This date also celebrates Club Gallery’s very own Bob Thibeault’s “Once Again 21” B-day Bash. 18+ @ $8; 21+ @ $5 with proper ID. FMI: 401-751-7166.
Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New England. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. FMI or event tickets: outinthepark.info
Sept. 19; Got Harvey Milk? Drag Brunch; 11:00am - 3:00pm; Downcity, 50 Weybosset St., Providence, RI. As a start up not- for-profit organization, the Harvey Milk Foundation's program goals are to empower local, regional, national and global organizations so that they may fully realize the power of Harvey Milk's story, style, and collaborative relationship building - are large and bold as Harvey taught us! The Foundation, through Harvey’s dream for a just tomorrow, envisions governments that celebrate the rich and universally empowering diversity of humanity, where all individuals - gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, racial and ethnic minorities, the elderly, the young, the disabled - all who had been excluded can fully participate in all societal rights without exception. FMI: 401-331-9217
CONNECTICUT:
Latin Night (ongoing); The Chez Est; every first and third Saturday; 458 Wethersfield Ave., Hartford, CT; FMI: www.chezest.com
Club Lucy (ongoing); The Chez Est; every second Saturday; 458 Wethersfield Ave., Hartford, CT; FMI: www.chezest.com
Sept. 10; Paula Poundstone will be the main attraction for the third annual Stand Up for Homes with Hope at Westport, Connecticut's Levitt Pavilion. All proceeds from the evening will support Homes with Hope, the Westport based social services agency which serves our homeless neighbors and those at-risk of homelessness. FMI: kallen@homeswithhopect.org
Sept. 10 & Sept 12; The USA Basketball Women’s National Team will be hosting exhibition contests against Australia and Spain at the XL Center in Hartford, Conn. Tickets are available online at www.ticketmaster.com, through Ticketmaster by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and in person at the XL Center box office.
Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New England. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. FMI or event tickets: outinthepark.info
Oct. 9; The Art of Coming Out; 6:00pm - 11:00pm; 390 Grumman Avenue, Norwalk, CT. Our event will be held on October 9, 2010 beginning at 6pm at The Carriage House Arts Center. Contact Tina at tccentertina@gmail.com with any questions about this venue.
Nov. 14; One Big Event; Hartford Gay & Lesbian Health Collective; FMI: 860-278-4163.
VERMONT:
Aug. 27; GAYME NIGHT; 7pm at Howie’s in Chesterfield. Come on over and join the fun! If you’d like, bring a favorite board game, snack or beverage. For directions, email men@sover.net or call 802-254-4444. Men’s Program Event.
Aug. 28; GREEN RIVER POTLUCK: 6pm, Craig’s in Green River. 1919 Green River Road, Guilford, VT. Come celebrate the late summer season with friends in the beautiful village of Green River, Vermont. Stroll through the village, explore surrounding roads by bike, or take a swim at the dam and covered bridge before dinner. Please bring something to grill, an entrée/side dish, or dessert to share. Bring your own beer/wine. RSVP to kregwells@gmail.com. Info: www.aidsprojectsouthernvermont.org/calendar/76/498-POTLUCK-AT-Craig-s---RSVP-
Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New England. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. FMI or event tickets: outinthepark.info
Sept. 21; CONNECTIONS MAILING FUN; 6pm at the Menspace, 15 Grove Street, Brattleboro. Fold, stuff, seal, stamp, laugh. Pizza provided! Men’s Program Event
Sept. 22; TRANS POTLUCK; 6pm at the Menspace, 15 Grove Street, Brattleboro. The Trans Potluck is for all transgender folks, as well as partners, family and friends. Please bring a dish to share and enjoy genial company. GLBT Community Event
Sept. 24; GAYME NIGHT; 7pm at Howie’s in Chesterfield. Gayme night is always good for laughs and fun. Bring your favorite board game, or help select one from the options Howie has on hand. Bring a snack or beverage to share, if you’d like. For directions: men@sover.net or call 802-254-4444. Men’s Program Event.
Sept. 25; QUEER CARNEVALE in NOHO; 11am, Three County Fairgrounds, Northampton, MA. This event is a fundraiser for and organized by LGBT Coalition of Western MA. Multiple performances in a day-long event. Check out the details at: www.lgbtcoalitionwma.org GLBT Community Event
Sept. 28;MOVIE NIGHT: “Chris & Don: A Love Story,” 7pm at the Menspace. Howie will host a movie night, featuring this documentary on the life of artist Don Bachardy and his lifelong relationship with world famous writerChristopher Isherwood. See page 5 for more details. Bring a snack to share if you would like. Men’s Program Event
Sept. 29; BISEXUAL CHAT; 7pm at the Menspace, 15 Grove Street, Brattleboro. Bi night features movies, conversation, and snacks. This event welcomes women and individuals who fall elsewhere on the gender and orientation spectrum. Happy to see folks who don’t necessarily identify as bisexual attend as well! GLBT Community Event
Oct. 1; MEN’S PROGRAM ART SHOW: 5:30pm - 8:30pm, 15 Grove Street, Brattleboro; Join us for a display of art work by gay and bisexual men from your local community. This is Gallery Walk evening in Brattleboro, and the event will feature refreshments, and the artists will be on hand. Men’s Program Event
Oct. 2; GRF CONTRA DANCE: 4pm advanced dance, 5:30pm supper, 7pm all abilities dance.The Gender Role Free Contra dances are great fun with live music. All dances are taught, and the dance community is very welcoming to beginners. This, the first dance of the season, starts with a 4pm dance for experienced dancers, then a supper open to all. The all-ability dance begins at 7pm. GLBT Community Event
Oct. 6; CORE GROUP: 6pm, Menspace. Core Group helps guide the Men’s Program and has a lot of fun doing it. New guys welcome! Just please RSVP to men@sover.net or 802-254-4444 if you plan to attend. Thanks! NOTE: WE’RE MEETING ON WEDNESDAYS NOW. Men’s Program Event
Oct. 6; BOOK CLUB: 7pm, at 139 Main Street #601B. October’s book is THE CARNIVOROUS LAMB, by Agustin Gomez-Arcos. “A brilliant, lunatic tale filled with black humor and decadence, THE CARNIVOROUS LAMB is a compelling family saga of power, love, and politics.” FMI Curtis, 254-2400. Men’s Program Event
Oct. 8; SPIRITUALITY: 7pm, Menspace; Movie - OH MY GOD, 2009 documentary. We'll be watching Peter Rodger’s 2009 documentary OH MY GOD, then discussing. The summary of the film: “Traveling across 23 countries, filmmaker Peter Rodger asks one question: What is God? With both predictable and surprising answers, people from all walks of life share their personal truths. From the ethereal to the tangible, the positive to the negative, the answers reflect experiences, family influences, cultures and, ultimately, imperfections. Hugh Jackman, Seal and other celebrities make appearances.” FMI: eflash@sover.net Men’s Program Event
Oct. 16; ROCKITQUEER: Gay Dance Party at the Rendezvous in Turners Falls, MA. The third Saturday of the month, the Rendezvous goes gay! GLBT Community Event
Oct. 19; INTIMACY CONNECTING GROUP: with Michael Gigante; 7-9:30pm, Menspace, 15 Grove Street. Intimacy is always a popular topic for our small group discussions, and one that guys ask us to bring back. Here for a return engagement is Michael Gigante, PhD, to lead a small group interactive conversation about intimacy as gay and bisexual men. More information on page one. “Connecting” events have limited seating so that all guys attending have a chance to fully participate. Therefore, RSVPs are required. Please call or email Howie at men@sover.net or 802-254-4444 to reserve your spot. Please be on time, and plan to stay for the entire program, out of courtesy to all participants. If you arrive more than a few minutes late, after the program has already begun, we may not be able to accommodate you. Men’s Program Event
Oct. 20;TRANS POTLUCK: 6pm at the Menspace, 15 Grove Street, Brattleboro. The Trans Potluck is a gathering for all transgender folks, their partners, family and friends. Please join us for food and genial company. GLBT Community Event
Oct. 22; GAYME NIGHT: 7pm at Howie’s; Come on over and join the fun! Bring your favorite board game, and a snack or beverage to share if you’d like. For directions: men@sover.net <https://docs.google.com/mc/compose?to=men@sover.net> or call 802-254-4444. Men’s Program Event.
Oct. 26; CONNECTIONS MAILING FUN: 6pm at the Menspace, 15 Grove Street, Brattleboro. Fold, stuff, seal, stamp, laugh. Pizza provided. Men’s Program Event
Oct. 27; BISEXUAL CHAT; 7pm at the Menspace, 15 Grove Street, Brattleboro. Bi Night often shows movies, and has relaxed social conversation. This event welcomes women and individuals who fall elsewhere on the gender and orientation spectrum. We would love to see folks who don’t necessarily identify as bisexual. GLBT Community Event
Oct. 29; HALLOWEEN DANCE; Dance Party for the LGBT Community and Friends; AMERICAN LEGION, 9pm - 1am; with DJ BUCK; lightshow by Jonathan!; $5 Admission
Oct. 30; GRF CONTRA DANCE: 7-10pm, Montague Grange, Montague MA. Gender Role Free Contra Dance is fun and a great way to meet people. All dances taught. Live music. FMI: www.lcfd.org/westma/ <http://www.lcfd.org/westma/>
GLBT Community Event
Maine:
Aug. 28; THE FIRST EVER ALL MENS POOL PARTY; The Country View Motel/Guesthouse; Pool Party Tea Dance at The Country View; followed by Gay Days Tea at Maine Street. Benefitting
FRANNIE PEABODY CENTER. Starting on August 28th from 12 till 4 (Free Trolly service to be announced); $25.00 ticket donation includes, Pool Party admission, D.J. Ken Day, BBQ, door prizes, and discounts. Free Trolly service from Mainestreet at noon to The Country View Motel and back to Mainestreet for Gay Days Tea Dance at 4 p.m. and much more. The Country View is offering discounted weekend packages, for the Mens Event, including free admission and all ticket privilege's to The Pool Party and Maine Street. FMI: http://www.countryviewmotel.com/
(HARTFORD) NEW! The Connecticut Gay Men's Chorus is seeking experienced singers (age 18+) for its 2011 season. The CGMC, more a musical rep company than a typical chorus, produces musical comedy shows that are fully staged and costumed. Productions are held in December and April/May on Connecticut's premiere stages, including the Shubert in New Haven and the Bushnell in Hartford. Please prepare one vocal piece that showcases your talent; pianist will be provided. For more information call 1-800-644-2462 or email info@ctgmc.org. Visit our website at www.ctgmc.org.
(WMA) NEW! Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New England. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. FMI or event tickets: outinthepark.info
(WMA) NEW! The East Coast FTM Group meets in Northampton, MA every second Sunday of the month from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Topic discussions, peer support. Info: betpower@yahoo.com, 413-584-7616
(WMA, NEW in Springfield) Looking to start a Lesbian Book Club in Springfield, to read lesbian and non-lesbian titles, to meet once a month. If you are interested please email me at sballcoach@aol.com with "bookclub" in the title.
(WMA) Basketball League? Play basketball at on Thursday nights from 6-8pm the gym is located in Springfield MA. This is a pick up league for both men and women of all levels. FMI: mmarcinkewich@yahoo.com
(WMA) Every Wednesday; Pioneer Valley Lesbians over 40; 6:15 - 8:00 pm; Topic-driven discussion group for thoughtful lesbians over 40. Meets at UMass Stonewall Center. FMI: gottivons@aol.com
(WMA) Every first Wednesday of the month for a Potluck Dinner Social. We meet at the Unitarian-Universalist Church, 175 Wendell Avenue in Pittsfield at 7:00 PM. FMI: at the INFOline 413-822-7268.
(WMA) Williamstown-LGBT Nite; LGBT night, THURSDAY at 9pm, at Mezze in Williamstown. Weekly indefinitely. FMI: justin.adkins@williams.edu.
(WMA) South Congregational Church UCC; 45 Maple St., Springfield, MA. This service takes place the last Saturday of each month in South Congregational Church in Springfield, MA. 2pm with food and fellowship to follow at 3:30pm.
(WMA) Gay Men Social Hour; 3rd Friday of the month; 6:00 - 8:30 pm; Hotel Northampton; 36 King Street, Northampton, MA. No cover, cash bar. FMI: Doug Fountain, 413-535-1890.
(WMA) Springfield Martini Nights; 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, except holidays. 6-8pm; various Springfield bars and restaurants, somewhere different each time. FMI: bobmccarroll@juno.com
(WMA) Gay Men’s Chorus; every Wednesday, except holidays; 7:00 - 9:00 pm; St. John's Episcopal Church, 48 Elm St, Northampton. Free. FMI: Henry: 413-441-2160
(WMA) TREE (Trans Education and Empowerment) has a social/support group for trans-identified and gender non-conforming youth. The groups meet in Greenfield: Tuesdays 4-5pm and in Northampton: Wednesdays 4:30-5:30. FMI: 413-475-1798
(WMA) NEW: July 22 & Ongoing; PFLAG Franklin-Hampshire Chapter (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) offers welcoming support, education and advocacy for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, their families, friends and allies. We meet the 4th Thursday of each month (7/22) at the First Congregational Church, Main St, Ashfield Mass. at 7:00-9:00pm. Helpline - 413 625-6636 e-mail janenrosie48@yahoo.com
(CT) Living Soulfully: A Monthly Men’s Gathering; Meets on 4th Wednesday of every month from 7:30-9:00pm at the Hartford Gay & Lesbian Health Collective. FMI: HGLHC at 860-2787-4163.
(CT) RainbowRoom is open every Sunday from 3-6pm and is located at 1841 Broad St., Hartford. RainbowRoom is an affirming and safe place for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and questioning teens and young adults 13 to 21. RainbowRoom is a drop-in center located in an intimate, informal space with room for a variety of activities.
(VT) CORE GROUP; 6pm Potluck; 6:30pm Group Discussion, at the Menspace. Help guide the Men’s Program. Join us for a great potluck and then conversation about the program. We always welcome new members. Please come for the discussion even if you don’t come for the potluck! FMI: 802-254-2400.
(VT) NEW! Wednesday Nights; GAY NIGHT AT ALICI’S BISTRO: 4pm - 1am, Harris Place, Brattleboro. Gay and lesbian night at Alici’s Bistro, every Wednesday. GLBT Community Event
(VT) BOOK CLUB; 7pm; 139 Main Street, Ste #606B. FMI: Curtis, 802-254-2400.
RADIO: Gay hosts. Gay guests. Gay topics. Gay music. Rinse and repeat. Tune in to "This Show is So Gay;" the hit Vermont rainbow radio experience and see what all the talk is about. FMI: www.ThisShowIsSoGay.com
WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS:
NEW: Ongoing; PFLAG Franklin-Hampshire Chapter (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) offers welcoming support, education and advocacy for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, their families, friends and allies. We meet the 4th Thursday of each month (7/22) at the First Congregational Church, Main St, Ashfield Mass. at 7:00-9:00pm. Helpline - 413 625-6636 e-mail janenrosie48@yahoo.com
Sept. 12; Studio Artisan Workshop “Photographing Fine Arts & Craft”; 1-5pm; Orange Innovation Center , 131 West Main St. Orange , MA. FMI: The League of Massachusetts Artisans & Artists/Sue McFarland, 413-369-4631 or handwork@crocker.com
Sept. 14; UMass Stonewall Center Open House; 5-7pm; UMass Stonewall Center, Crampton Hall, 256 Sunset Ave., Amherst. Meet new and returning LGBTQ people and allies, and help us kick off 25th year. The event is open to LGBTQ people and allies in the Five-Colleges and local community. Vegetarian dinner provided. There is no need to RSVP. Just come out! FMI: (413) 545-4826 or www.umass.edu/stonewall.
Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New england. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. FMI: www.outinthepark.info/event_schedule.html
NEW: Sept. 24; Northampton Gay Men's "Social Hour" 2nd year Anniversary Party; 6pm - 9pm; Hotel Northampton, Northampton. Hot Appetizers, Live Piano Music and a Raffle/Silent Auction to benefit the Point Foundation.
Sept. 25; Queer Carnevale:"Mardi Gras in New England!” 11:00am - 6:00pm; Northampton 3-County Fairgrounds, Fair St., Northampton, MA. FMI: www.lgbtcoalitionwma.org
September 25-26, 2010 - Natural Living Expo in Sturbridge, MA. New England’s largest holistic health event! 135 exhibits, 75 workshops, keynote speakers, live cooking demos, EcoKids activities daily 12-3pm, healthy food court, outdoor fireside drum jam Saturday night and more! $10 general admission for the weekend, children under 12 free. Keynote tickets available online. Held at the Sturbridge Host Hotel, 366 Main Street (Rt 20 West), Sturbridge, MA. Details online at www.NaturalExpo.org or call 508-278-9640. Presented by Spirit of Change Magazine.
Fall 2010; "LGBT Life Over the Past 25 Years;" A One-Credit Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies (WGSS) Course for Fall 2010. This coming Fall is the 25th anniversary of the Stonewall Center. To mark the occasion, we are offering a one-credit course through WGSS called "LGBT Life Over the Past 25 Years." The course will consist of presentations each week by leading LGBT scholars, artists, and activists from throughout the U.S. Topics to be covered include politics, law, history, religion, sports, film and television, literature, music, bisexual rights, transgender rights, and AIDS. The course will meet Wednesdays from 4-6 p.m. Registration will be in the Fall. To be notified when the course opens, please contact the Stonewall Center: 545-4826 or stonewall@stuaf.umass.edu. Individuals not taking the course for credit are also welcomed to attend.
CENTRAL MASS:
(Ongoing) Compassionate ears in live meetings of bi/gay married men take place in Worcester Ma. Twice a month. You Are Not the Only one. FMI: bmmg.org
(Ongoing) Sisters of Worcester; every Wednesday from 8:30-11pm; a social support group for trans women and men who wish to gather in a warm and supportive social environment. The group meets each Wednesday at Club Blu at 105 Water St. in Worcester. All are welcome to attend.
Sept. 6, Labor Day; Marlborough Labor Day Parade. Outraged at lack of jobs, unemployment cutoffs? Or never got unemployment? Join the Grace Team from across Massachusetts to march in this parade. Meet at 11am at Pleasant and Chestnut streets. The Grace Team is a group of concerned Massachusetts residents who believe that if people come together we can achieve constructive action from and refocus our government on the needs of regular people, the majority. FMI: (617) 297-TEAM (8326), engage@graceteammass.org or www.GraceTeamMass.org.
Sept. 18; NEW DATE! Worcester Pride; FMI: www.worcesterpride.com
Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New england. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. For more information or event tickets, please visit outinthepark.info
SOUTHEASTERN MASS:
NEW: Oct. 7-9; The Little Theatre of Fall River presents "RENT" at 7:30pm; on Oct. 10 at 2:00pm; Bristol Community College Arts Center. Tickets on sale now. Please call (508) 675-1852 or on line at www.littletheatre.net
BOSTON:
Ongoing:
Free, Walk-in services at Fenway Health; Every Wednesday, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Rooms 201 A & B, Fenway Health, 1340 Boylston Street, Boston. Our goal is to provide everyone, regardless of sexual orientation or financial status with innovative treatments and compassionate care. Talk to a qualified professional about getting the quality care you need -whether you require a session with one of our supportive and knowledgeable HIV counselors or need some sensitive questions answered by one of our nurses. Free, walk-in services include: Hep A&B vaccinations; HIV testing and counseling; Hep B & C screening; STD education and verbal screening; Linkage to medical care, treatment options, financial advisors and acupuncture detoxification services* *Sliding fee scales apply for these services. No one turned away because of his or her inability to pay. Wheelchair accessible. FMI: 617.267.0159.
40 & Forward: A group for gay and bi men 40 and over; Share food and dialog with guys in the prime of their lives. Do you find it hard to connect with people? Not having as much fun as you used to? Getting older often means changing the way we interact socially with others. Everything from meeting new people to negotiating sexual safety can seem different and more difficult than when we were younger. Would you like to learn new skills to help with these concerns? If so, then come join our 6-week men’s dinner group where you’ll learn tools & skills for connecting with others. Dinner will be provided each time. The group will meet once a week for 6 weeks, for 2 hours at a time, plus once afterwards for a special event social. If you’re interested, please call Chuck at 617.488.9720 or email 40andforward@fenwayhealth.org.
Out to Brunch; first Saturday of each month (next meetings: 4/3, 5/1, 6/5, etc.) Monthly brunch for older LBT women, for women 60+ the suggested donation is $1.75, under 60 suggested donation is $5. FMI: gloriatower@hotmail.com
NEW! LGBT Bereavement Groups; Free Six Week Bereavement Groups for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender people of all ages. Three (3) New Groups Forming in May 2010: North of Boston, (Burlington); South of Boston, (Braintree/Quincy); and in the Cape Cod Area, (Yarmouth). FMI: Bob Linscott at (617) 522-1292 or www.lgbtagingproject.org/
NEW! BAGLY Transgender/Gender Queer Identity Meeting; youth only; Wednesdays at the Community Church of Boston, 565 Boylston St, 2nd floor, Boston, MA; from 7 - 8p, youth led. FMI: www.bagly.org The Boston Alliance of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Youth provides weekly and monthly social activities and special events for people ages 22 and under. These activities provide an opportunity for youth to socialize, have fun and develop a sense of personal and community identity. Free and anonymous HIV testing is offered every Wednesday, 6-9pm.
Machine Second Saturday’s; Dyke Night; 10pm - 2 am; Join Kristen for Dyke Night, every Second Saturday at Machine. 1254 Boylston St., Boston MA; FMI: www.nightclubmachine.com
LGBT Caregiver Support Group; First Monday of the month; 6pm - 7:30 pm in Jamaica Plain, MA. This is a free monthly group that welcomes new members to talk about the impact of providing care for a partner, parent, sibling, spouse or friend. Come for stress relief, resources and understanding. Contact group facilitator Joanne Peskowitz at 617.271.4182 for details. Sponsored by the LGBT Aging Project and the Caregiver Alliance of Suffolk County.
LGBT Bereavement Group; Meets Thursday Evenings 6:30 to 8:00 pm in Brookline, MA. Starting September 24th. Contact Beth Prullage, LICSW, (413) 695-2236. Pre-registration is required, space is limited. To learn about upcoming LGBT Bereavement Groups in your area: contact Bob Linscott at (617) 522-1292.
Milky Way at The Brewery, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain near the Stonybrook T stop, $6, 21+ www.dykenight.com
Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New england. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. For more information or event tickets, please visit outinthepark.info
Sept 30-Oct. 3; 7th Annual Latino Pride of Massachusetts; to be held in and around Boston. Details of all the events will be post it soon! FMI: www.somoslatinoslgbt.org
Sept. 30; Alternative Insemination Orientation; 6-8:30pm; Fenway Health, 1340 Boylston Street, Boston. This is an introduction to Alternative Insemination (AI) in general and to Fenway’s AI Program in particular. Cost is $50 per couple and pre-registration at lcoolidge@fenwayhealth.org or 617.927.6243 is required. After you have registered, the AI program will contact you to arrange payment and answer any questions.
Sept. 30; MassEquality, the premier LGBT grass roots advocacy organization in Massachusetts, is overjoyed to announce MACY GRAY - THE SELLOUT - FOR MassEquality - in concert at 8 p.m. Boston’s Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02116. Tickets at $175.00 [VIP], $90.00 and $70.00 are on sale now at all Ticket master outlets, at the Wilbur Theatre Box Office, on line at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling: 800-745-3000. FMI: www.thewilburtheatre.com.
P-Town:
Ongoing:
Ongoing: COCKTAILS AT THE PORCHSIDE LOUNGE PORCHSIDE BAR GIFFORD HOUSE INN; 5pm-1am; A Provincetown Tradition. Open Daily Year Round at 5:00pm. NEVER A COVER CHARGE; www.goffordhouse.com
Tuesdays & Thursdays; Karaoke in the Little Bar at the A-House every Tues. & Thurs. Thursday nights are hosted by Thirsty Burlington. FMI: www.ahouse.com
Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New England. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. FMI or event tickets: outinthepark.info
Oct. 17-Oct. 24; Fantasia Fair 36; Commercial Street, in Provincetown, MA; Fantasia Fair is a week-long transgender event held every October in the LGBT resort town of Provincetown, Massachusetts. Part conference, part social gathering, the Fair is a “full immersion” experience, meaning that attendees can and usually do spend an entire week 24/7 presenting their gender as they wish. Fantasia Fair is unique amongst transgender events as it takes place in beautiful Provincetown - a wonderfully accepting community where anyone can mingle in the streets in friendship, safety, and acceptance. Yes, you really are welcome and free in all of Provincetown, and, yes, you will make friends at Fantasia Fair that you will keep forever. FMI: www.fantasiafair.org
Rhode Island:
Ongoing:
The Greater Providence Chapter of PFLAG meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 6:45 pm to 8:45 pm at their regular meeting place: The Met School Justice Building 325 Public Street Providence, RI 02905. FMI, please call (401) 751-7571, or email: pflagprovidence@verizon.net.
Ongoing; ACOS Gay Bingo; Gay Bingo is held on the third Thursday of every month from September through May. The doors open at 6 pm, and the game starts promptly at 7 pm. For more information visit www.aidscareos.org
Teadance Sundays; 9:00-11:35pm; CLUB GALLERY - 150 POINT STREET - PROVIDENCE RI. Every Sunday night for some mischief and fun. Dance the night away to the newest Hip-Hop, Top 40, Alternative and Techno music. We will be hosting RI’s largest LGBT alternative nightlife for all to come and enjoy. Special drinks $5 all night long. This date also celebrates Club Gallery’s very own Bob Thibeault’s “Once Again 21” B-day Bash. 18+ @ $8; 21+ @ $5 with proper ID. FMI: 401-751-7166.
Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New England. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. FMI or event tickets: outinthepark.info
Sept. 19; Got Harvey Milk? Drag Brunch; 11:00am - 3:00pm; Downcity, 50 Weybosset St., Providence, RI. As a start up not- for-profit organization, the Harvey Milk Foundation's program goals are to empower local, regional, national and global organizations so that they may fully realize the power of Harvey Milk's story, style, and collaborative relationship building - are large and bold as Harvey taught us! The Foundation, through Harvey’s dream for a just tomorrow, envisions governments that celebrate the rich and universally empowering diversity of humanity, where all individuals - gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, racial and ethnic minorities, the elderly, the young, the disabled - all who had been excluded can fully participate in all societal rights without exception. FMI: 401-331-9217
CONNECTICUT:
Latin Night (ongoing); The Chez Est; every first and third Saturday; 458 Wethersfield Ave., Hartford, CT; FMI: www.chezest.com
Club Lucy (ongoing); The Chez Est; every second Saturday; 458 Wethersfield Ave., Hartford, CT; FMI: www.chezest.com
Sept. 10; Paula Poundstone will be the main attraction for the third annual Stand Up for Homes with Hope at Westport, Connecticut's Levitt Pavilion. All proceeds from the evening will support Homes with Hope, the Westport based social services agency which serves our homeless neighbors and those at-risk of homelessness. FMI: kallen@homeswithhopect.org
Sept. 10 & Sept 12; The USA Basketball Women’s National Team will be hosting exhibition contests against Australia and Spain at the XL Center in Hartford, Conn. Tickets are available online at www.ticketmaster.com, through Ticketmaster by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and in person at the XL Center box office.
Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New England. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. FMI or event tickets: outinthepark.info
Oct. 9; The Art of Coming Out; 6:00pm - 11:00pm; 390 Grumman Avenue, Norwalk, CT. Our event will be held on October 9, 2010 beginning at 6pm at The Carriage House Arts Center. Contact Tina at tccentertina@gmail.com with any questions about this venue.
Nov. 14; One Big Event; Hartford Gay & Lesbian Health Collective; FMI: 860-278-4163.
VERMONT:
Aug. 27; GAYME NIGHT; 7pm at Howie’s in Chesterfield. Come on over and join the fun! If you’d like, bring a favorite board game, snack or beverage. For directions, email men@sover.net or call 802-254-4444. Men’s Program Event.
Aug. 28; GREEN RIVER POTLUCK: 6pm, Craig’s in Green River. 1919 Green River Road, Guilford, VT. Come celebrate the late summer season with friends in the beautiful village of Green River, Vermont. Stroll through the village, explore surrounding roads by bike, or take a swim at the dam and covered bridge before dinner. Please bring something to grill, an entrée/side dish, or dessert to share. Bring your own beer/wine. RSVP to kregwells@gmail.com. Info: www.aidsprojectsouthernvermont.org/calendar/76/498-POTLUCK-AT-Craig-s---RSVP-
Sept. 19; The Ultimate GLBT private party! Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters at Six Flags New England. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment and Friends! Don’t miss Jessica Kirson, Jonny McGovern, and more performing live! More entertainment to be added soon. FMI or event tickets: outinthepark.info
Sept. 21; CONNECTIONS MAILING FUN; 6pm at the Menspace, 15 Grove Street, Brattleboro. Fold, stuff, seal, stamp, laugh. Pizza provided! Men’s Program Event
Sept. 22; TRANS POTLUCK; 6pm at the Menspace, 15 Grove Street, Brattleboro. The Trans Potluck is for all transgender folks, as well as partners, family and friends. Please bring a dish to share and enjoy genial company. GLBT Community Event
Sept. 24; GAYME NIGHT; 7pm at Howie’s in Chesterfield. Gayme night is always good for laughs and fun. Bring your favorite board game, or help select one from the options Howie has on hand. Bring a snack or beverage to share, if you’d like. For directions: men@sover.net or call 802-254-4444. Men’s Program Event.
Sept. 25; QUEER CARNEVALE in NOHO; 11am, Three County Fairgrounds, Northampton, MA. This event is a fundraiser for and organized by LGBT Coalition of Western MA. Multiple performances in a day-long event. Check out the details at: www.lgbtcoalitionwma.org GLBT Community Event
Sept. 28;MOVIE NIGHT: “Chris & Don: A Love Story,” 7pm at the Menspace. Howie will host a movie night, featuring this documentary on the life of artist Don Bachardy and his lifelong relationship with world famous writerChristopher Isherwood. See page 5 for more details. Bring a snack to share if you would like. Men’s Program Event
Sept. 29; BISEXUAL CHAT; 7pm at the Menspace, 15 Grove Street, Brattleboro. Bi night features movies, conversation, and snacks. This event welcomes women and individuals who fall elsewhere on the gender and orientation spectrum. Happy to see folks who don’t necessarily identify as bisexual attend as well! GLBT Community Event
Oct. 1; MEN’S PROGRAM ART SHOW: 5:30pm - 8:30pm, 15 Grove Street, Brattleboro; Join us for a display of art work by gay and bisexual men from your local community. This is Gallery Walk evening in Brattleboro, and the event will feature refreshments, and the artists will be on hand. Men’s Program Event
Oct. 2; GRF CONTRA DANCE: 4pm advanced dance, 5:30pm supper, 7pm all abilities dance.The Gender Role Free Contra dances are great fun with live music. All dances are taught, and the dance community is very welcoming to beginners. This, the first dance of the season, starts with a 4pm dance for experienced dancers, then a supper open to all. The all-ability dance begins at 7pm. GLBT Community Event
Oct. 6; CORE GROUP: 6pm, Menspace. Core Group helps guide the Men’s Program and has a lot of fun doing it. New guys welcome! Just please RSVP to men@sover.net or 802-254-4444 if you plan to attend. Thanks! NOTE: WE’RE MEETING ON WEDNESDAYS NOW. Men’s Program Event
Oct. 6; BOOK CLUB: 7pm, at 139 Main Street #601B. October’s book is THE CARNIVOROUS LAMB, by Agustin Gomez-Arcos. “A brilliant, lunatic tale filled with black humor and decadence, THE CARNIVOROUS LAMB is a compelling family saga of power, love, and politics.” FMI Curtis, 254-2400. Men’s Program Event
Oct. 8; SPIRITUALITY: 7pm, Menspace; Movie - OH MY GOD, 2009 documentary. We'll be watching Peter Rodger’s 2009 documentary OH MY GOD, then discussing. The summary of the film: “Traveling across 23 countries, filmmaker Peter Rodger asks one question: What is God? With both predictable and surprising answers, people from all walks of life share their personal truths. From the ethereal to the tangible, the positive to the negative, the answers reflect experiences, family influences, cultures and, ultimately, imperfections. Hugh Jackman, Seal and other celebrities make appearances.” FMI: eflash@sover.net Men’s Program Event
Oct. 16; ROCKITQUEER: Gay Dance Party at the Rendezvous in Turners Falls, MA. The third Saturday of the month, the Rendezvous goes gay! GLBT Community Event
Oct. 19; INTIMACY CONNECTING GROUP: with Michael Gigante; 7-9:30pm, Menspace, 15 Grove Street. Intimacy is always a popular topic for our small group discussions, and one that guys ask us to bring back. Here for a return engagement is Michael Gigante, PhD, to lead a small group interactive conversation about intimacy as gay and bisexual men. More information on page one. “Connecting” events have limited seating so that all guys attending have a chance to fully participate. Therefore, RSVPs are required. Please call or email Howie at men@sover.net or 802-254-4444 to reserve your spot. Please be on time, and plan to stay for the entire program, out of courtesy to all participants. If you arrive more than a few minutes late, after the program has already begun, we may not be able to accommodate you. Men’s Program Event
Oct. 20;TRANS POTLUCK: 6pm at the Menspace, 15 Grove Street, Brattleboro. The Trans Potluck is a gathering for all transgender folks, their partners, family and friends. Please join us for food and genial company. GLBT Community Event
Oct. 22; GAYME NIGHT: 7pm at Howie’s; Come on over and join the fun! Bring your favorite board game, and a snack or beverage to share if you’d like. For directions: men@sover.net <https://docs.google.com/mc/compose?to=men@sover.net> or call 802-254-4444. Men’s Program Event.
Oct. 26; CONNECTIONS MAILING FUN: 6pm at the Menspace, 15 Grove Street, Brattleboro. Fold, stuff, seal, stamp, laugh. Pizza provided. Men’s Program Event
Oct. 27; BISEXUAL CHAT; 7pm at the Menspace, 15 Grove Street, Brattleboro. Bi Night often shows movies, and has relaxed social conversation. This event welcomes women and individuals who fall elsewhere on the gender and orientation spectrum. We would love to see folks who don’t necessarily identify as bisexual. GLBT Community Event
Oct. 29; HALLOWEEN DANCE; Dance Party for the LGBT Community and Friends; AMERICAN LEGION, 9pm - 1am; with DJ BUCK; lightshow by Jonathan!; $5 Admission
Oct. 30; GRF CONTRA DANCE: 7-10pm, Montague Grange, Montague MA. Gender Role Free Contra Dance is fun and a great way to meet people. All dances taught. Live music. FMI: www.lcfd.org/westma/ <http://www.lcfd.org/westma/>
GLBT Community Event
Maine:
Aug. 28; THE FIRST EVER ALL MENS POOL PARTY; The Country View Motel/Guesthouse; Pool Party Tea Dance at The Country View; followed by Gay Days Tea at Maine Street. Benefitting
FRANNIE PEABODY CENTER. Starting on August 28th from 12 till 4 (Free Trolly service to be announced); $25.00 ticket donation includes, Pool Party admission, D.J. Ken Day, BBQ, door prizes, and discounts. Free Trolly service from Mainestreet at noon to The Country View Motel and back to Mainestreet for Gay Days Tea Dance at 4 p.m. and much more. The Country View is offering discounted weekend packages, for the Mens Event, including free admission and all ticket privilege's to The Pool Party and Maine Street. FMI: http://www.countryviewmotel.com/
